Category: TV Shows

Publishing News: Master of Evil Vader Novel Announced, New Reference Books, and More!

Once listings revealed there was an upcoming Star Wars novel titled Master of Evil, fans had been wondering whether its title was an obvious hint of its subject matter or not, with expectations set on a reveal at Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025’s publishing panel. While there will be a deeper dive into what it’s all about, the mask was partially removed early for Master of Evil, a Darth Vader-centric novel by Adam Christopher out November 11, as well as a bevy of other reference book titles and updates via the official site. Is there going to be that much more new content at the panel besides what they all showed below?!? We won’t know until April 18, but for now, check out all the news below. Continue reading “Publishing News: Master of Evil Vader Novel Announced, New Reference Books, and More!”

Tales of the Underworld Premieres May 4!

Now this is a May the Fourth/Star Wars Day tradition I can get behind. Lucasfilm has announced the next expansion of the “Tales of” shows with Tales of the Underworld, dropping 6 new episodes for 2025’s May 4! As is expected, two characters get the deep dive for three episodes each, but what might be unexpected is the who: Cad Bane and Asajj Ventress!! Check out the appropriately moody and seedy trailer above and check out some additional thoughts and the key art below! Continue reading “Tales of the Underworld Premieres May 4!”

Andor Season Two Trailer Revolutionizes

While your mileage may vary with the choice of song—I for one am really looking forward to more of Nicholas Britell’s riveting score—there’s no denying the striking and thrilling imagery in Andor‘s season two trailer! Given the excellence Andor climbed in season one, I don’t think we were expecting anything less! I particularly enjoyed Cassian swooping down after the missile strike, seeing Bix Caleen more involved, Krennic’s return, and whatever colorful rave Mon Mothma was in, to name a few of the intriguing glimpses of the show’s return. Set for April 22 (just after Celebration Japan 2025, where I’m sure they’ll show it early), Andor season two will release across four weeks of three episode chunks, as technically the show jumps a year after each set of three episodes, so it sort of makes sense to make them one big movie-like experience. I’d still have loved for it to be weekly, but it’s more Andor, so how can I complain?! I’ll be reviewing them in the three episode chunks once Andor hits our Disney+ using devices in April!

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Publishing News: Bad Batch Novel, Sequel Trilogy-set Manga Announced!

With The High Republic era coming to an end in June, what else will publishing give fans to read in its absence? We already know some of the comics on the way, but now we have two early answers when it comes to booms, first being an upcoming manga called Path of the Lightsaber, which does have a High Republic connection, and the second being a novel about Clone Force 99 titled Sanctuary – A Bad Batch Novel, giving fans more time with their favorites! Find out more below! Continue reading “Publishing News: Bad Batch Novel, Sequel Trilogy-set Manga Announced!”

Skeleton Crew Season One Finale Review: “The Real Good Guys”

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Skeleton Crew’s season one finale “The Real Good Guys” is a rousing good time, which helps obscure some shortcomings, and a delightful showcase of the characters’ growth with some themes and ideas everyone could benefit learning. Continue reading “Skeleton Crew Season One Finale Review: “The Real Good Guys””

Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “We’re Gonna Be In So Much Trouble”

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The pirates, with Jod in tow, find At Attin just as the kids return as well, leading to a fateful and tense penultimate episode of Skeleton Crew with “We’re Gonna Be in So Much Trouble.” Continue reading “Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “We’re Gonna Be In So Much Trouble””

Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “Zero Friends Again”

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After Jod’s betrayal, the kids struggle with the fallout and the way forward, while the wily pirate finds himself on the edge of execution in Skeleton Crew’s sixth episode, “Zero Friends Again,” a delightful, madcap episode which gives KB her due and covers disability representation in a respectful way. Continue reading “Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “Zero Friends Again””

Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “You Have a Lot to Learn About Pirates”

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With Skeleton Crew’s “You Have a Lot to Learn About Pirates,” tracking down the secret lair of the ship’s previous captain leads to a really fifth episode with quite the cliffhanger ending. Continue reading “Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “You Have a Lot to Learn About Pirates””

Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “Can’t Say I Remember No At Attin”

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Did Kh’ymm’s coordinates lead the kids home or somewhere far more surprising? In Skeleton Crew’s fourth episode, “Can’t Say I Remember No At Attin,” despite a tonal shift it can’t quite support, the mystery of their home world broadens, a friend might not be a friend after all, and Neel really shines! Continue reading “Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “Can’t Say I Remember No At Attin””

Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “Very Interesting, As An Astrogation Problem”

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With a mysterious stranger guiding their escape, will the kids from At Attin find their way home or more trouble? In Skeleton Crew’s third episode, “Very Interesting, As An Astrogation Problem,” keeps up the fun pace, answers some and provides more questions for its mysteries, and really lets the main cast thrive. Continue reading “Skeleton Crew Season One Review: “Very Interesting, As An Astrogation Problem””