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Iyanu Scores Three NAACP Image Award Nominations

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Lion-Forges-IyanuLion Forge Entertainment’s animated series Iyanu has picked up three nominations at the 2026 NAACP Image Awards, marking a strong moment for the growing franchise.

The series is nominated for Outstanding Children’s Program and Outstanding Animated Series, while its season-ending movie special, Iyanu: The Age of Wonders, earned a nod for Outstanding Writing in a Television Movie, Documentary or Special, recognizing writers Roye Okupe and Brandon Easton.

Based on Okupe’s graphic novel Iyanu: Child of Wonder, the series follows a teenage orphan who discovers divine powers tied to the fate of the ancient kingdom of Yorubaland. Drawing heavily from Yoruba culture and mythology, Iyanu has stood out for its world-building and perspective within children’s animation.

The show premiered in 2025 on Cartoon Network and HBO Max and has since built an international audience. A second season is already set to arrive in Spring 2026, continuing Iyanu’s journey as her powers, and the stakes around her: grow.

The 57th NAACP Image Awards will take place on February 28, 2026, with winners announced during the ceremony in Pasadena, California.

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Re:ZERO Season 4 Is Officially Set for April 2026, and the Opening Theme Is a Curveball

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Re-ZEROAfter nearly a decade of twists, resets, and emotional damage, Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World is gearing up for its next chapter. Season 4 has been officially confirmed to premiere in April 2026, landing right in the middle of the series’ 10th anniversary year.

Alongside the date, the franchise dropped a wave of anniversary updates, including a new digest trailer revisiting key moments from past seasons and a second main trailer for Season 4 featuring brand-new footage. But the detail that’s getting the most attention is the opening theme: “Recollect,” performed by longtime Re:ZERO vocalist Konomi Suzuki, this time joined by Ashnikko.

It’s an unexpected pairing on paper, but one that feels very in-step with where anime music has been heading lately. Suzuki has been part of Re:ZERO since the beginning, while Ashnikko brings a very different, internet-native energy to the mix. The track is produced by Giga and TeddyLoid, a duo known for pushing J-pop and vocaloid-adjacent sounds into darker, heavier territory.

Beyond the new season, the anniversary plans lean hard into fan engagement. The official 10th anniversary site is rolling out quizzes, episode voting, and Q&A projects with the production team. There’s also a first-ever Re:ZERO exhibition scheduled to run in Tokyo this fall, offering a look back at the anime’s decade-long run.
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The Mortuary Assistant Brings a Cult Horror Game to Theaters This February

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the-mortuary-assistantIf you’ve spent any time around horror games in recent years, The Mortuary Assistant likely sounds familiar. The unsettling indie hit, known for its slow-burn dread and deeply uncomfortable atmosphere, is getting a film adaptation, arriving in theaters on Friday, February 13, 2026.

The movie comes from Epic Pictures and Dread, the genre label behind Terrifier, and is based on the best-selling game created by Brian Clarke. IndieWire has already flagged it as one of the year’s most anticipated horror releases, and the newly debuted trailer leans heavily into the claustrophobic tension that made the game a cult favorite.

Directed by Slapface filmmaker Jeremiah Kipp, the film stars Willa Holland as Rebecca Owens, a newly certified mortician working the night shift alone at a small-town funeral home. As the hours stretch on, routine embalming work gives way to increasingly disturbing events, pulling Rebecca into a web of demonic rituals, buried trauma, and the unsettling influence of her mentor, played by Paul Sparks.

First released in 2022, The Mortuary Assistant gained viral attention through streamers and horror fans for its ability to create sustained unease rather than rely on cheap scares. The film expands on the game’s mythology while aiming to preserve its oppressive tone, including the recreation of the mortuary as a full practical set.

The Mortuary Assistant opens exclusively in theaters on February 13, before streaming on Shudder on March 27, 2026.

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CES 2026: Broadcast TV Is Still Here, and It Might Need Another Box

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Between the massive TVs and AI demos at CES, Pearl TV is showing something much less exciting: a small black box meant to sit next to your TV.

The group announced plans for a NEXTGEN TV converter box that would let people with antennas and older TVs keep watching free local channels as broadcasters move toward ATSC 3.0, the next version of over-the-air TV. If this sounds familiar, it should. It’s basically the same idea as the converter boxes people needed when TV went digital years ago.

The reason it’s back is simple. Not everyone is replacing their TV, and not everyone streams everything. A lot of households still rely on antennas for local news, weather, sports, and emergency alerts. ATSC 3.0 doesn’t work with older TVs, which means those viewers could eventually lose access unless something fills the gap.

At CES, Pearl TV is showing early versions of the box made with companies like Skyworth, a manufacturer behind many mainstream TVs. The pitch isn’t flashy. Plug it in, keep watching, and don’t buy a new TV just yet.

It’s not the kind of thing people stop for selfies with on the show floor. But it’s a quiet reminder that while tech keeps moving fast, a lot of people are still watching TV the same way they always have. And someone still has to make sure it works.

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Peaky Blinders Returns With Feature Film The Immortal Man, Set for March Release

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Peaky-BlindersPeaky Blinders is officially returning with a new feature film, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, continuing the story of Tommy Shelby four years after the series concluded on Netflix. The film is written by series creator Steven Knight and directed by Tom Harper, who previously helmed episodes of the original series.

Set in 1940 against the backdrop of World War II, The Immortal Man follows Tommy Shelby, played once again by Cillian Murphy, as he is drawn out of self-imposed exile to confront what may be his most consequential reckoning yet. According to the film’s synopsis, the future of both the Shelby family and the country hangs in the balance as Tommy is forced to confront his past, his legacy, and the cost of survival in a world at war.

Murphy, who recently won an Academy Award for Oppenheimer, said returning to the role felt unfinished. “It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me,” he noted in a statement released alongside the teaser. Steven Knight has described the film as an “explosive chapter” in the Peaky Blinders saga, positioning it as a wartime continuation rather than a quiet epilogue.

The cast includes returning and new faces, with Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan, Tim Roth, Sophie Rundle, Stephen Graham, and others joining Murphy. The film is produced in association with BBC Film and continues Netflix’s strategy of extending marquee series through standalone features.

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man will debut in select theaters on March 6, 2026, before arriving on Netflix on March 20, 2026.

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Tron: Ares Sets Disney+ Streaming Debut

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ares-disney-plusTron: Ares, the latest installment in Disney’s long-running sci-fi franchise, will make its streaming debut on Disney+ on January 7, bringing the Tron universe back to screens more than a decade after Tron: Legacy.

Directed by Joachim Rønning, the film expands the series’ exploration of the digital “Grid,” centering on Ares, a highly advanced program sent from the virtual world into the real one. The storyline frames the mission as humanity’s first direct encounter with artificial intelligence beings, positioning the film within ongoing cultural conversations about AI and technology.

Tron: Ares will be available in IMAX Enhanced on Disney+, preserving the expanded aspect ratio and sound mix originally designed for theatrical exhibition. The film features a new original score by Nine Inch Nails, continuing the franchise’s emphasis on electronic music as a defining element of its atmosphere.

The release also coincides with renewed availability of Tron (1982) and Tron: Legacy (2010) on the platform, allowing viewers to revisit the series’ evolution ahead of the new chapter.

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HBO Max Drops Trailer for Season Two of Hospital Drama The Pitt

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the-pittHBO Max has released the official trailer and key art for season two of The Pitt, the Emmy-winning hospital drama starring Noah Wyle, ahead of its January 8 premiere.

Created by R. Scott Gemmill and produced by John Wells Productions, the series returns with a 15-episode second season that will roll out weekly through April 16. Set in a modern Pittsburgh hospital, The Pitt continues its grounded portrayal of frontline healthcare workers navigating systemic strain, moral dilemmas, and high-stakes emergencies.

The show arrives for its sophomore run after a strong awards showing for its debut season, which earned 13 Emmy nominations and five wins, including Outstanding Drama Series and acting honors for Wyle and Katherine LaNasa. The success positioned The Pitt as one of HBO Max’s breakout dramas of 2025, particularly resonating with audiences drawn to realistic medical storytelling in the post-pandemic era.

Season two also expands accessibility efforts, with episodes streaming simultaneously in American Sign Language, and continues its companion podcast offering that blends episode discussion with real-world medical context.

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Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton Face a Deadly Wilderness Hunt in Netflix Thriller Apex

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apexNetflix has released the first teaser for Apex, a survival thriller directed by Baltasar Kormákur (Everest, Adrift), set in the Australian wilderness. The film stars Charlize Theron as a grieving woman whose search for solitude turns into a deadly game of cat and mouse with a serial killer, played by Taron Egerton.

The teaser emphasizes isolation, psychological tension, and the unforgiving natural environment, positioning the landscape as a central force in the story. Brief footage suggests a stripped-down narrative focused on endurance, pursuit, and survival rather than spectacle.

Shot on location in New South Wales, Apex also stars Eric Bana and was filmed using real outdoor locations, including remote rivers and mountain terrain. The film continues Kormákur’s interest in extreme environments and human vulnerability, a recurring theme in his previous work.

Apex premieres globally on Netflix on April 24, 2026.

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Oscars to Move to YouTube in 2029 Under New Multiyear Deal

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oscarsThe Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has reached a multiyear agreement with YouTube that will make the platform the exclusive global home of the Oscars beginning in 2029. The deal will launch with the 101st Academy Awards and run through 2033, ending the ceremony’s decades-long run on ABC.

Under the agreement, the Oscars will stream live and free worldwide on YouTube, including red carpet coverage and behind-the-scenes programming. In the U.S., the ceremony will also be available to YouTube TV subscribers. ABC will continue to air the show through the 100th ceremony in 2028.

Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor said the move is aimed at expanding the show’s global reach, calling YouTube “the future home of the Oscars and our year-round Academy programming.”

The partnership marks a significant shift for Hollywood’s most prominent awards show as viewing habits continue to move toward digital platforms. In addition to the annual ceremony, the deal includes year-round Academy content on YouTube, including awards events and educational programming.

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“My Happy Marriage” Announces Three New Special Episodes for 2026 Netflix Release

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my-happy-marriageNetflix has confirmed that My Happy Marriage will return with three new special episodes set to stream worldwide in 2026, expanding the popular romance–fantasy series based on Akumi Agitogi’s light novels.

Alongside the announcement, new artwork was released featuring Miyo and Kiyoka beneath blooming cherry blossoms, signaling the series’ continued focus on their evolving relationship.

Director Takehiro Kubota will return following his work on the first two seasons, with Reina Ueda and Kaito Ishikawa reprising their roles as Miyo Saimori and Kiyoka Kudou. Both actors expressed enthusiasm about revisiting the characters and continuing the couple’s story beyond the events of Season 2.

Original author Akumi Agitogi also commented on the project, noting that the special episodes serve as a continuation made possible by the support of the series’ fans.

Further details, including story specifics and release timing, will be announced later. Seasons 1 and 2 remain available on Netflix for viewers looking to catch up.

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