Ryan Britt
Ryan Britt is the features editor for Inverse. He covers TV, film, spaceflight and books, with emphases on science fiction history, Star Trek, Dune, Star Wars, Sherlock Holmes, James Bond, Doctor Who, comics, ‘80s pop culture, and fantasy. Formerly, he was the entertainment editor for Fatherly.
He is also the author of three non-fiction books: ‘Luke Skywalker Can’t Read’ (2015), Phasers On Stun!’ (2022), and ‘The Spice Must Flow’ (2023); all from Plume/Dutton Books (Penguin Random House).
His other writing has been published with Men’s Journal, the New York Times, Esquire, Den of Geek!, SyFy Wire, VICE, Clarkesworld, Reactor, StarTrek.com, and elsewhere.
Does 'Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea' Hold Up?
The legacy of a forgotten Irwin Allen sci-fi event.
Does 'Star City’s Shocking Ending Leave Room For Season 2?
The tense alt-history spy drama has reached its surprising but inevitable conclusion.
10 Years Later, One New Sequel Could Save The 'Blade Runner' Franchise
Time to head to the year 2099.
'Dune 3' Trailer Quietly Revealed A Secretly Pivotal Character — And It's Not Who You Think
One of the most powerful characters in Dune is hiding in plain sight.
'Star Trek Online' Just Revealed The Fate Of One Forgotten Character
It's your kid, Tom Paris! Something has to be done about your kid!
'Obsession' Just Made Box Office History — But There's A Big Catch
The indie horror hit is crossing a big milestone. But haven’t we been here before?
'Strange New Worlds' Season 4 Cast Might Break A Modern Star Trek TV Record
Could we have even more TOS folks than ever before?
30 Years Ago, I Saw 'Independence Day' In The Theater, And You Had To Be There
The movie has become a meme, but in 1996, it was like a rock concert.
How 'The Ninth Jedi' Will Avoid The Modern Star Wars Curse
Imagine a new galaxy far, far away.
You Can Finally Watch 'Project Hail Mary' On A Regular Streaming Service
Where to stream great movie, question?
The First 'Neuromancer' TV Trailer Teases An Iconic Opening
Are we going full retro-future here?
'The Prisoner' Remains An Incomplete Masterpiece
Beware the wailing inflatable ball!
That Time 'Doctor Who' Beat Marvel To The Punch
Doctor Who companions, assemble!
'Dark Shadows' Will Return. But When Did It Actually Start?
Here’s what you (probably) didn’t know about the origin of this vampire.
The Moment '12 Monkeys' Redefined The Predestination Paradox
Predestination paradoxes can be confusing, especially when they’re you’re own fault.
16 Years Later, A Star Trek Captain Is Becoming Batman — Again
If I had a nickel for every time Captain Pike became Bruce Wayne...
Wait. Did Star Trek And Doctor Who Almost Have An Actual Crossover?
Here's what we know about the TARDIS and the Starship Enterprise almost meeting.
The Next Great Hope For Star Wars Is Coming Sooner Than You Think
Missing what really makes 'Star Wars' great? There's still hope.
There’s Really Only One Way 'Star Trek: Year One' Would Work
Will Strange New Worlds really lead to an Original Series prequel?
Disney’s Most Underrated Flop Proves Pulp Sci-Fi Never Dies
Thirty-five years later, The Rocketeer remains amazing.