After 1 plot, not only wasYoung Sheldonnever the same, it also factored in its cancelation a few years later. Motivated byThe Big Bang Theory’s popularity, the franchise’s very first spinoff put the spotlight on Sheldon and his backstory in Texas. In the end, however,Young Sheldonbecame more than his origins story. InThe Big Bang Theory,Jim Parson’s Sheldon used to share anecdotes about his experiences growing up in Texasas a child prodidy. While the majority of his stories ended up being accurate, many of them were either inaccurate or straight-up wrong....

Showrunner Matt Selman had some choice words for outlets who treated Marge’s death inThe Simpsonsseason 36 finale as canon, despite the show’s ever-changing continuity. After over 790 episodes to its name and a theatrical movie spinoff,The Simpsonsis now the longest-running scripted primetime American TV show in history. As such, it is hardly shocking that the series has pulled off some wild storylines from time to time. As far back as 2002,South Parkseason 6, episode 7, “Simpsons Already Did It,” saw the show’s mince characters complain the long-running show had already staged every conceivable storyline....

The Far Sideis a relic of print publishing’s peak, but it has found a second life on the internet, given how Gary Larson’s single-panel, self-contained cartoons are effectively proto-memes.Larson’s impact on internet humorhas been cited before, and in one way or another, each of the panels collected here deserves its own viral moment. From jokes that reflect current trends in online humor, to panels that carry a satirical or social message which has become even more relevant in the decades since, theseFar Sidecartoons are ripe for revitalization on the internet....

Recognizable movie cameos always offer something different, especially if actors get a chance to play themselves. There aren’t many movies that can pull this off. The ones that work are almost exclusively comedies, and even these have to be the type which can accommodate a celebrity presence. Comedy movie cameos usually give actors a chance to make fun of themselves, either by playing up their public personas or subverting them completely....

Warning: This article covers potentially disturbing themes including incest and suicide. Disturbing episodes are common in most medical dramas, butHousehad several that are darker than you remember. The show followed the arrogant diagnostics genius Dr. Gregory House as he fought to diagnose patients while spending as little time with them as possible.House could be a complete jerk, but this often hid his own despair about his leg injury. Some ofthe best episodes ofHouseare dark and deal with House’s internal pain and Vicodin addiction, but many of these installments are already well-known and acclaimed....

It’s been over a decade sinceTokyo Ghoulfirst appeared on screens, introducing millions of anime fans to its brutal world of ghouls. The series hadall the makings of a classic with its attention-grabbing premise, haunting themes, and some of the most compelling character arcsin modern manga. Yet, despite the anime adaptation never quite living up to the manga’s full potential due to rushed and inconsistent pacing, disjointed storytelling, and creative decisions that stripped away the emotional depth, it left many longtime fans frustrated and newcomers confused....

Rings of Poweris headed into a new story with season 3, and this could be the perfect chance to clear up a confusing change made to Peter Jackson’sLord of the Ringsmovies. So far, the Prime Video series has used its existing two seasons to explore a variety of settings across Middle-earth, especially those that no longer exist in the Third Age. In season 2, we saw the fall of Eregion, a great Elven city governed by Celebrimbor....

With so many new characters, I can’t wait to see what fights are included inMortal Kombat 2. In addition to introducing many new characters, the highly anticipated sequel will also include anactual Mortal Kombat tournament. This is exciting, since it will allow the movie to include even more fights than the first film, which received mixed reviews in 2021. Even though not everyone loved the reboot film, theending of 2021’sMortal Kombatset up many exciting possibilities for the sequel....

Sometimes, a weird movie is what’s needed to provide a completely different experience. Most movies follow a stringent set of rules, even if audiences might not realize it. This is why strange and quirky movies can be so entertaining. They offer something that most conventional mainstream movies don’t. Of course, there are some movies which seem to be intentionally weird in a shallow attempt to shock audiences. What’s more impressive is a movie which can incorporate strange ideas and techniques into the very fabric of its being without being so off-putting that people can’t enjoy them....

For all the great storiesMarvelandDC Comicshave put out, there are a handful that are known for a controversy that made certain comics change course. It’s not unusual for stories to receive some kind of flak or pushback in one way or another. But with some comics, there’s no choice but to pivot. Just look at how DC’srefusal to let Batwomanget married led to its creative team leaving or how the mere preview of Marvel’sNew Warriorsled to the series quietly being canceled....

Someanimeare unforgettable because of their powerful narratives and characters that leave a lasting impression. When anime explores complex and intense emotions, it can evoke a range of feelings, from beautiful and thrilling to heartbreaking and even chilling, all at once. This creates an experience that fans will never forget, yet might never want to revisit. These are the anime that are unafraid to explore cruelty or consequences, pushing the boundaries of storytelling in ways few other narratives dare to attempt....

Even though the IBM Model M not a “real” mechanical keyboard and even though it’s several decades old, it still has a certain charm to it that some people still want to keep today. Only problem is that using an original one might prove challenging if you don’t have a PS/2 port (the first few models actually had an even older DIN port). Thankfully, 8bitDo is coming through with its own copycat for you to check out....

Sophie Sierra from90 Day: The Last Resortshared the surprising people who have messaged her since she revealed she is single.Sophie is an influencer from the UKwho moved to the U.S. to marry Rob Warne.Sophie and Rob’s marriagedidn’t work out due to her being unable to trust him after a cheating episode.Efforts to get back together didn’t work outeven after Rob and Sophie sought therapy.Rob was cast on spin-offHunt For Love, where he met Jeniffer Tarazona, while it’s not known if Sophie will be seen in any new spin-off....