July 2026

The 2026 Blockbuster Issue

The Inverse Interview

Rebecca Romijn Is Number One

By Lyvie Scott

The Blockbuster Issue

In a chaotic world, Blockbusters are wonderfully uncomplicated: All you need is great writing, lovable characters, and stories that speak to many.

Ok, you also need money, innovative movie-making techniques, and great actors like, say, Rebecca Romijn, who can grab everyone's attention and hold it. But when it works, well, that's what we live for. Let’s hear it for the Blockbuster!

Spidey Sense

The Spider-Men That Time Forgot

What does it take to be Spider-Man? We caught up with the web-crawlers who slipped through the cracks to find out.

Look Up

Why Superhero Capes Define DC — But Not Marvel

Not all costumed heroes wear capes.

Lost Classics

How Roger Corman’s Zany B-Movies Invented The Modern Blockbuster

From ‘50s monster movies through ‘90s superhero fare, B-movie king Roger Corman was the invisible force behind the creation of the blockbuster.

Force Rant

Hear Me Out: The First Blockbuster Is 'Star Wars,' Not 'Jaws'

Let's settle this.

Exclusive

How Destin Daniel Cretton Brought Spider-Man Back To Earth

From VFX to costume design, reflective moments to swinging solo, director Destin Daniel Cretton made Peter Parker feel real again in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

Reel Stories

I Projected 'The Odyssey' In 70mm. Here's Why It Proves Movies Are Back

To see Nolan’s latest epic on analog film is to be part of an Odyssey in it of itself.

Review

In 'Strange New Worlds' Season 4, Star Trek Takes A Victory Lap

Review

'The Odyssey' Is A Majestic, Haunting Epic Like No Other

Review

'Silo' Season 3 Is A Masterclass In Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi

Review

'Supergirl' Shoots For The Stars, And Lands In The Middle

Review

'Disclosure Day' Wants You To Believe

Review

'Masters Of The Universe' Achieves The Impossible

Review

'House Of The Dragon' Reclaims The Magic, Fire, And Blood Of Its First Season

Review

'The Immortal Man' Is The Swan Song 'Peaky Blinders' Deserves

Review

'For All Mankind' Season 5 Proves It's One Of The Bravest Sci-Fi Shows Of All Time

Blu-rays

You Really Should Get This Scuzzy Lo-Fi Zombie Film On High-Def 4K

By Rory Doherty

After more than two decades, 28 Days Later is finally getting a 4K remaster. But does it need it?

Spoilers

Is Star Trek A Soap Opera? 'Strange New Worlds' Just Made A Bold Statement

By Ryan Britt

Maybe the Final Frontier is a little like a soap opera after all.

Rewind

'Shang-Chi' Came Out 5 Years Ago. Why Is 'Doomsday' The First We're Seeing Of Him Since?

By James Grebey

Shang-Chi is one of the only successful new additions to the MCU since Endgame!

Spoilers

'Silo' Star Breaks Down Season 3's Shocking Ending

By Dais Johnston

Jessica Brown-Findlay on playing "Susan" and that big reveal.

News

2025's Best Sci-Fi Thriller Game Is Coming To The Big Screen

By Chrishaun Baker

The Drifter getting a cinematic adaptation is proof that the indie gaming scene deserves the big screen treatment too.

Rewind

15 Years Ago, 'Apollo 18' Launched The Found Footage Horror Into Space

By Jon O'Brien

And maybe it should stay there.

Gaming News

Is 'Star Wars Zero Company' Actually Canon?

By Chrishaun Baker

Hawks and his squad of lovable mercenaries have deep connections to other parts of the Star Wars universe.

Exclusive

New Star Trek Movie Writers Tease “Dark” Story About “Bad Apples” In Starfleet

By Ryan Britt

John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein's in-progress Trek film is a very big swing.

Trailers

The New Star Wars Special Fixes 'Mandalorian and Grogu's Biggest Flaw

By Dais Johnston

Disney+'s latest LEGO special does something 'Mandalorian and Grogu' never thought to do.

Rewind

'The Wicker Man' Remake Is An Insult To The Original. It's Also Very Funny.

By James Grebey

One is a folk horror masterpiece. The other is unintentional comedy, no matter what Nick Cage says.