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Scotsman
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
9 things you want to see at the new Universal Studios Bedford
What do you want to see when Universal Studios Bedford opens in 2031? Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Speculation continues over what attractions Universal Studios Bedford will offer when it opens. But it's not just rides that people want to see - some would like some courtesy from other revellers at the site. Here's nine things that fans hope to see when the theme park finally opens. As planning continues ahead of the new Universal Studios Bedford continues, the wish list for many looking forward to the theme park's opening in 2031 continues to grow. While we've taken a look at what we thinking could be some of the attractions when the site finally opens it's gates in the near future, many of those who have visited the other sites in Orlando, Japan or Beijing have all made their suggestions what they would like to see at the park, from new rides that have opened based on new franchise properties through to timeless favourites. But what do you want to see at the park? Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad We asked readers on social media what they would like to see at the new Universal Studios Bedford, and while some opted purely for rides, others made mention of the environment and systems they would like to see once the theme park opens. What do fans want to see at the new Universal Studios Bedford? From wet and wild rides to shorter queues to hop on some of the biggest thrills and spills coming to Bedford. Here's nine requests from yourselves what you'd like to see at the new Universal Studios in the UK. | UniversalJurassic World: The Ride Imagine stepping into the lush, prehistoric world of Isla Nublar, only to find chaos unleashed! Fans are clamouring for a signature Jurassic Park water ride, reminiscent of the iconic River Adventure. Picture a thrilling boat journey through a dinosaur-filled landscape, culminating in a heart-pounding escape from a colossal T-Rex and a massive splashdown. Or perhaps the UK will get a version of the highly advanced Jurassic World Adventure from Beijing, with cutting-edge animatronics and immersive motion technology, plunging guests deep into the world of raptors and the Indominus Rex. Whichever it is, a dinosaur encounter is at the top of many wish lists! Back To The Future: The Ride Great Scott! Despite its closure at other Universal parks, the desire for Back To The Future: The Ride remains incredibly strong. Fans are hoping for a reimagined, perhaps even more epic, version of the beloved simulator, taking them on a time-travelling adventure through Hill Valley. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Imagine a cutting-edge, high-speed launched roller coaster that could truly make you feel like you're hitting 88 miles per hour in a DeLorean, weaving through iconic scenes from the films. A ride that brings Marty and Doc Brown's antics to life in a fresh, thrilling way would be a dream come true for sci-fi enthusiasts. Jaws Visitors crowd around a hanging shark display near the ride, themed after the Steven Spielberg motion picture "Jaws," at Universal Studios during a pre-opening preview of the park March 29, 2001 in Osaka, Japan. | Koichi Kamoshida/Liaison "We're gonna need a bigger boat!" The classic Jaws ride holds a special place in the hearts of Universal fans, and many are hoping to see it make a splash at Bedford. Picture a tranquil boat tour that quickly turns terrifying as the infamous great white shark attacks. With dramatic explosions, close calls, and plenty of splashes, a Jaws attraction would bring a beloved piece of cinematic history and thrilling suspense to the UK park, offering that perfect blend of classic movie magic and adrenaline. Halloween Horror Nights For those who love a fright, Halloween Horror Nights is the ultimate scream-inducing event. Fans are eagerly anticipating that Universal Studios Bedford will bring this globally renowned scare-fest to the UK. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Intricately themed haunted houses based on horror films and original terrifying concepts, scare zones filled with menacing creatures, and live entertainment that will send shivers down your spine. It's the perfect way for Universal to transform into a darker, more terrifying realm after dusk, attracting a huge audience of horror enthusiasts. Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey While the presence of Harry Potter at Universal Bedford has been a subject of much discussion due to existing UK rights, fans are still holding out hope for the magical experience of Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. This ground-breaking dark ride inside Hogwarts Castle combines thrilling motion with stunning projection and practical effects, making you feel like you're soaring through the Quidditch pitch, encountering Dementors, and navigating the Forbidden Forest - but it is more than a long shot, with Harry Potter attractions are not expected to be included, according to a report from the BBC . Lord of the Rings Though there has been no official word on a Lord of the Rings area, many are speculating that it could be an addition to the Epic Universe in the near future. | Getty Images Whispers of a Lord of the Rings presence at Universal Bedford have set the internet alight! Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad While purely speculative at this stage, the idea of an immersive Middle-earth land fills fans with immense excitement. Imagine strolling through the Shire, venturing into the depths of Mordor, or encountering iconic characters and creatures from J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved saga. Whether it's a ground-breaking dark ride through ancient ruins or a thrilling outdoor adventure, a Lord of the Rings area would offer an unparalleled fantasy experience unique to Universal Bedford. Water Rides - such as Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges Is it a tradition to get absolutely soaked at a theme park? Many of you who responded think yes - yes it is. Thankfully, Universal is famous for its exhilarating water rides, and fans are hoping Universal Bedford will follow suit with attractions like Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges. Some fans hope that they'll be navigating a circular raft through treacherous rapids, dodging waterfalls, and enduring chaotic encounters that guarantee a thorough drenching. These types of rides offer refreshing thrills, perfect for a summer's day, and a guaranteed laugh as you emerge soaking wet! Short queue times One of the biggest wishes from potential visitors for Universal Studios Bedford is an efficient and enjoyable experience, and that starts with short queue times. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fans are hoping Universal implements innovative queue management systems, efficient ride operations, and perhaps even a robust virtual queue or Express Pass system that genuinely reduces wait times. The dream is to spend less time in lines and more time immersed in the magic and thrills of the park! Respectful attendees - and no graffiti While many have cited rides they want to see at the new theme park, others opted for more sociable elements including patient attendees and no graffiti. |Beyond the attractions themselves, a key desire for the Universal Studios Bedford experience is a welcoming and well-maintained environment. Fans are hoping for a park where all attendees are respectful of fellow guests and the property itself. This extends to the visual appeal, with a strong emphasis on no graffiti or vandalism. The vision is for a pristine, immersive environment where the focus remains on the incredible theming and attractions, allowing everyone to fully enjoy the magic without distractions. A well-maintained park fosters a sense of pride and ensures a fantastic experience for all who visit - and let's be honest, it's a lot of money for an investment just to see go into ruins early on in it's lifespan. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What would you like to see at Universal Studios Bedford - either in terms of rides or just generally the environment of the new attraction? Share your thoughts and hopes by leaving a comment down below.
Hindustan Times
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
What's new on Netflix August 2025: Wednesday Season 2, Fast & Furious, Jurassic Park and more
The month of August 2025 on Netflix is power-packed with originals, returning favorites, and must-watch documentaries. The amazing lineup includes the highly anticipated Wednesday Season 2, with Jenna Ortega reprising her breakout role in what is now a global phenomenon. Animation fans are in for a treat too, with Fixed, an edgy new comedy from Genndy Tartakovsky, making its debut on the streaming platform, What's on Netflix reported. Streaming platforms like Netflix and Prime Video will bring forth some new shows in the next few days.(Representative image/Unsplash) Meanwhile, the creator of BoJack Horseman returns with a brand-new animated series - Long Story Short. Also on the list is The Thursday Murder Club, the film adaptation of the eponymous bestselling novel. Also read: Netflix confirms Wednesday Season 3 ahead of latest instalment's premiere. What to know However, your dose of entertainment does not stop there. The upcoming month packs a punch with full-throttle franchises like Vin Diesel's Fast & Furious and the legendary Jurassic Park films. It is the kind of lineup that is a blend of comfort, chaos, and cinematic thrills all in one go. Whether you are in the mood for high-speed heists or prehistoric adventure, there is everything. Here are all details on what to expect from the streaming giant this August. What's new on Netflix: August 2025 August 1 – After the Sunset (2004), American Pie (1999), American Pie 2 (2001), Anaconda (1997), Clueless (1995), Dazed and Confused (1993), Despicable Me (2010), Despicable Me 2 (2013), Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982), Fire Country (Season 2), Groundhog Day (1993), Journey 2: The Mysterious Island (2012), Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008), Jurassic Park (1993), Jurassic Park III (2001), Megamind (2010), Minions (2015), My Oxford Year (2025), Pawn Stars (Season 16), Perfect Match (Season 3), Scarecrow (2024), The Departed (2006), The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997), Thirteen (2003), Weird Science (1985), Wet Hot American Summer (2001), Wyatt Earp (1994), Rush Hour (1998), Rush Hour 2 (2001), Rush Hour 3 (2007) August 2: Beyond the Bar (Season 1), Freelance (2023) August 4: Closet Battle (Season 1) August 5: Love Life (Seasons 1–2), SEC Football: Any Given Saturday (Season 1), Titans: The Rise of Hollywood (Limited Series) August 6: Wednesday (Season 2 – Volume 1) August 8: Stolen: Heist of the Century (2025) August 9: Kandahar (2023) August 10: Antes & Depois (2025), Marry Me (2022) August 11: Outlander (Season 7), Sullivan's Crossing (Season 3) August 12: Final Draft (Season 1), Jim Jefferies: Two Limb Policy (2025) August 13: Fixed (2025), Love is Blind: UK (Season 2), Saare Jahan Se Accha: The Silent Guardians (Season 1), Songs From the Hole (2025), Young Millionaires (Season 1) August 14: In the Mud (Season 1), Miss Governor (Season 1 - Part 2), Mononoke The Movie: Chapter II - The Ashes of Rage (2025), Quantum Leap (Seasons 1-2) August 15 - Fatal Seduction (Season 2), Fit for TV: The Reality of the Biggest Loser (Limited Series), Night Always Comes (2025), The Echoes of Survivors: Inside Korea's Tragedies (Season 1) August 16: The Fast and the Furious, 2 Fast 2 Furious, The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift, Fast Five, Fast & Furious 6, Furious 7, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw August 18: CoComelon Lane (Season 5), Extant (Seasons 1–2) August 19: America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys (Season 1), Titans: The Rise of Wall Street (Limited Series) August 20: Fisk (Season 3), Rivers of Fate (Season 1) August 21: Death Inc. (Season 3), Fall for Me (2025), Gold Rush Gang (2025), Hostage (Limited Series), One Hit Wonder (2025), The 355 (2022) August 22: Abandoned Man (2025), Long Story Short (Season 1), The Truth About Jussie Smollett (2025) August 23: Bon Appétit, Your Majesty (Season 1) August 27: Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives (2025), Her Mother's Killer (Season 2) August 28: Barbie Mysteries (Season 2 – Beach Detectives), My Life with the Walter Boys (Season 2) August 29: The Thursday Murder Club (2025), Love Untangled (2025), Two Graves (Limited Series), Unknown Number: The High School Catfish (2025) From docu-series and global dramas to amazing fan favorites, Netflix's August 2025 slate packs variety and volume. Whether you're into true crime, heartfelt romance, family fun or adrenaline-fueled action, there's a title to match every mood and moment. Also read: Anime on Netflix is now a global fav: Here's what shows are coming next FAQs: 1. What are the current top 10 movies on Netflix? The current top 10 movies on Netflix US are KPop Demon Hunters, Madea's Destination Wedding, Trainwreck: Balloon Boy, Happy Gilmore, Grown Ups 2, Penguins of Madagascar: The Movie, Ride Along 2, Despicable Me 4, Brick, and A Madea Homecoming. 2. What are three good movies on Netflix? Three of the best movies on Netflix include Happy Gilmore, Shiva Baby, and Smile. 3. What is coming to Netflix in August 2025? Netflix in August 2025 brings a packed lineup including Wednesday Season 2, Love Is Blind, The Fast and the Furious titles and more.
Vogue
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Here's Everything Coming to Netflix in August 2025
August is almost upon us, and with it the sunburn, bug bites, and sniffles from too much air-conditioning that always manage to make summer a little less dreamy than we remembered it being (ugh, adult life!). That said, if you're nursing a summer cold—or have just spent way too much time outdoors lately—you're in luck, because Netflix has a whole new crop of movies and TV shows headed our way next month. Below, find everything that's coming to the streaming service in August. August 1: My Oxford Year Perfect Match: Season 3 American Pie American Pie 2 Anaconda Clueless Dazed and Confused The Departed Despicable Me Despicable Me 2 Fast Times at Ridgemont High Fire Country: Season 2 Groundhog Day Journey 2: The Mysterious Island Journey to the Center of the Earth Jurassic Park The Lost World: Jurassic Park Jurassic Park III Megamind Minions Pawn Stars: Season 16 Rush Hour Rush Hour 2 Rush Hour 3 Thirteen Weird Science Wet Hot American Summer Wyatt Earp August 2: Beyond the Bar August 5: Love Life: Seasons 1-2
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
23 Must-Watch Shows on Netflix Right Now (July 2025)
It seems like nothing can slow down Netflix's momentum even during the hottest months of the summer. Netflix's new crime drama, The Waterfront, is dominating the charts and seems like a strong candidate for renewal. Ditto Untamed, a crime drama set at the Yosemite National Park. Meanwhile, Mr. Robot has found new life on Netflix a decade after it became a critical smash on USA Network. These are just three of the series on Watch With Us' selections for the must-watch shows on Netflix right now. You can catch them all below. Need more recommendations? Then check out the Best New Shows on Netflix, Max, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video and More, the 10 Most Popular Shows on Netflix Streaming Right Now and the Best Sitcoms on Netflix Right Now.'Untamed' (2025) Ready for your next Netflix murder mystery obsession? Untamed stars Eric Bana as Kyle Turner, an Investigative Series Branch agent who is called to investigate a brutal murder at the serene Yosemite National Park. Kyle gets more than he bargains for as his quest to find the killer unlocks shady secrets about the park — and his own past. Untamed ticks all the streaming murder mystery boxes and then some, with a stellar supporting cast that includes Jurassic Park vet Sam Neill and Mad Men's Rosemarie DeWitt. It's Bana, though, who steals the spotlight as the increasingly conflicted Kyle. His character has a past he's not proud of, and it will definitely come back to haunt him as he tries to find the killer. 'The Waterfront' (2025 - Present) The Waterfront is a crime drama with a dark sense of humor which finds Cane Buckley (Jake Weary) and his mother, Belle Buckley (Maria Bello), struggling to save the family's business interests while Belle's husband, Harlan Buckley (Holt McCallany), recovers from health issues. After discovering that Cane and Belle made a risky alliance with drug smugglers, Harlan pushes things even further. Meanwhile, Cane's sister, Bree Buckley (Melissa Benoist), is sleeping with a DEA agent and informing him of her family's crimes. That may be more than enough to bring the Buckley empire to its knees. The Waterfront is streaming on Netflix. 'Mr. Robot' (2015 - 2019) Rami Malek scored the role of a lifetime when he was cast in the lead of Mr. Robot. This dark cyberpunk thriller broke the mold for USA Network originals, and Malek won an Emmy for his performance as Elliot Alderson, a vigilante hack with a desire to change the world. Mr. Robot (Christian Slater) seizes on that desire to recruit Elliot into fsociety, a hacker collective with an ambitious plan to redistribute wealth on a massive scale. It's a tantalizing prospect, but it also sends Elliot down a rabbit hole that makes him question what's really happening in his life. Mr. Robot is streaming on Netflix. 'Blindspot' (2015 - 2020) Blindspot gave Jaimie Alexander the chance to headline her own show as Jane Doe, a mysterious woman who was found in Times Square without any memories about who she is or where she came from. FBI Special Agent Kurt Weller (Sullivan Stapleton) is summoned to investigate Jane when his name is found among the hundreds of tattoos on her body. Their pairing is not a coincidence, as Jane and Kurt realize that the tattoos are also meant to help them investigate numerous crimes as part of someone's hidden agenda. And they're only going to find out who was behind this by working together. Blindspot is streaming on Netflix. 'Ginny & Georgia' (2021 - Present) Georgia Miller (Brianne Howey) has a son, Austin (Diesel La Torraca), on Ginny & Georgia. But as implied by the name of the series, a lot of the focus is on her daughter, Ginny (Antonia Gentry). Georgia has tried to be a good mother to her kids, but she's left some literal bodies in her wake. Season 3 picks up with Georgia on trial for murder, her marriage to Paul Randolph (Scott Porter) in jeopardy, and she may lose custody of both of her children while fighting for her freedom. Ginny has her own problems at school as the media scrutiny and her complicated relationships threaten to derail her life. Ginny & Georgia is streaming on Netflix. 'Dept. Q' (2025) The Queen's Gambit creator Scott Frank has returned to Netflix with a new mystery series, Dept. Q, based upon Jussi Adler-Olsen's Department Q crime thriller novels. The show is making some changes to the source material, including setting the series in Scotland instead of Denmark. But the core premise remains. Carl Morck (Matthew Goode) was once one of the top detectives in his department, but now he's been reduced to heading up Department Q, the cold case division that has nothing but crimes other detectives couldn't solve. It's a career dead end, at least until Carl actually starts making headway on these impossible cases alongside a team of misfits who just don't fit in around the regular cops. Dept. Q is streaming on Netflix. 'The Four Seasons' (2025) The Four Seasons is loosely based on the 1981 film of the same name, and it still revolves around three couples: Kate (Tina Fey) and Jack (Will Forte), Nick (Steve Carell) and Anne (Kerri Kenney-Silver) and Danny (Colman Domingo) and Claude (Marco Calvani). The six of them are such close friends that they take four vacations a year together, hence the title of the show. While there's some drama in each of these couples, only Steve is willing to end his marriage with Anne in pursuit of a younger lover. That major life change threatens the dynamic of the group and may send these lifelong pals in different directions. The Four Seasons is streaming on Netflix. 'Ransom Canyon' (2025) Westerns are all the rage now thanks to Yellowstone, and Netflix is the latest streamer to throw its lasso into the ring with its new series, Ransom Canyon. The 10-episode first season stars Josh Duhamel as Staten Kirkland, a lonesome Texas rancher who is still not over the death of his wife. His mood improves considerably when Quinn O'Grady (Minka Kelly) returns to Staten's small town to oversee the local dance hall. Staten and Quinn were once sweethearts, but can they rekindle the love they felt for each other all those years ago? As you can tell, Ransom Canyon is more romantic than Kevin Costner's hit cowboy series, but it's just as watchable and dramatic. Duhamel and Kelly have great onscreen chemistry as reluctant lovers and the show features some amazing shots of the Texas countryside. 'The Eternaut' (2025) Those looking for quality shows that don't get the spotlight other Netflix shows like Stranger Things and You receive should stream The Eternaut, an outstanding new sci-fi series from Argentina. Based on a popular 1950s graphic novel, the six-episode series begins with a beautiful but deadly snowfall that wipes out most of humanity. The survivors are left to pick up the pieces, and that includes Juan Salvo (Ricardo Darín), who wants to find his missing daughter while helping others seeking food and shelter. But deeper mysteries remain, including who — or what — caused the snowfall and why? What makes The Eternaut so entertaining is peeling away its many layers and discovering the shocking origin of the event that changed the world forever. Don't miss it. 'You' (2018-2025) Even though it originated on Lifetime, You only became a big hit when it started streaming on Netflix. The show follows charming psychopath Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) as he travels the country — and later the world — looking for love and leaving a lot of dead bodies in his wake. The recently released season 5 is the show's last and provides a satisfying conclusion to Joe's story. He's back in New York City, the setting in season 1, and obsessed with yet another winsome female, Bronte (Madeline Brewer). But Bronte may be hiding some secrets of her own, and they may prove to be Joe's downfall. 'Black Mirror' (2011-Present) Is there any sci-fi show as effective and unsettling as Black Mirror? The critically acclaimed Charlie Brooker series has been disturbing audiences since 2011 — and it shows no signs of ending its reign of enjoyable terror. The show just returned from a brief hiatus with new tales of science gone awry and the dangerous allure of technology. Season 7 features such stars as Paul Giamatti, Issa Rae, Will Poulter and Emma Corrin in stories that blend reality and fantasy. Some standout episodes include 'USS Callister: Into Infinity,' which is a follow-up to season 4's much-acclaimed 'USS Callister,' and 'Hotel Reverie,' an unusual romance that explores how artificial intelligence can make someone's dreams come true with devastating results. 'Adolescence' (2025) When 13-year-old Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper) is accused of killing a fellow classmate who rejected his advances, his family must deal with the fallout. Meanwhile, the town's cops and teachers struggle to understand why a seemingly well-adjusted child would want to murder its release in March, Adolescence has ignited worldwide discussion about incel culture and its effects on young males. The series is only four episodes long, with each one devoted to exploring different points of view: Jamie's family, his teachers and friends, a child psychologist struggling to understand him and, finally, his father. Adolescence is a disturbing drama that is both punishing and rewarding to watch. 'The Residence' (2025) The Residence has a setup we've all seen before — a murder has been committed at a large house, and a kooky detective must solve the case. But the man who has been murdered is a chief usher to the President of the United States, and the house he was killed in is the White House. This isn't an ordinary murder, and The Residence isn't your ordinary mystery Aduba stars as Cordelia Cupp, the aforementioned detective who is as fastidious as Hercule Poirot and as fashion-forward as Carmen Sandiego. She has to interrogate a handful of colorful suspects —including Jason Lee as the president's brother and Ken Marino as a shady chief adviser — and figure out who did it and why before the killer claims their next Residence is a comedic thriller that doesn't take itself too seriously, yet is more uncommon than you might think. Aduba is terrific as the crafty Cupp and the supporting cast all make their suspects vivid enough to remember — and be suspicious of. 'Apple Cider Vinegar' (2025) Belle Gibson has a secret. As the creator of the successful wellness app The Whole Pantry, the twentysomething influencer from Australia seemingly has it all: a burgeoning career, a supportive family and an inspiring backstory about how she beat multiple forms of cancer without the help of conventional Western medicine, capturing the hearts and minds of her online fandom in the process. The only problem? Belle never had cancer, and she isn't as well-intentioned as people the intriguing setup to Apple Cider Vinegar, a six-episode limited series that stars The Last of Us Season 2's Kaitlyn Dever as Belle. The show delves into the real-life case of how Gibson built an alternative medicine empire in the early 2010s and how quickly it all came apart as Belle's lies were exposed. If Apple Cider Vinegar leaves you wanting more, check out The Search for Instagram's Worst Con Artist, which unveils even more infuriating details of Belle's elaborate con. 'The Åre Murders' (2025) Dig a little deeper into Netflix's vast catalogue, and you'll find some quality foreign mystery shows just waiting to be binged. One such show is The Åre Murders, a Swedish-language series based on a popular series of novels by Viveca Sten. It's like True Detective: Night Country, only with fewer supernatural elements and more snow. Hanna (Carla Sehn) is a detective in Stockholm tasked to investigate a bizarre crime in Are, a remote city nestled in a mountain range. At a ski resort, a young girl, Amanda, has gone missing. As search parties frantically try to find any trace of her, Hanna suspects the girl's family and friends know more than they are telling. Can Hanna crack the case before it's too late? 'Zero Day' (2025) Robert De Niro is a cinema legend who has never led a TV series in his long career. That all changes with Zero Day, a new political thriller with a heady premise and a stacked cast. De Niro stars as George Mullen, an ex-president of the United States who is recruited by America's current head of state, Evelyn Mitchell (Angela Bassett), to lead the Zero Day Commission, a top secret government division specializing in high-profile quickly has his hands full when he's called to investigate a massive cyberattack that caused worldwide destruction. But as he discovers just who is behind the terrorist attack and why, he gradually uncovers a massive conspiracy that is closer to home than he realizes. Also starring Lizzy Caplan, Jesse Plemons, Connie Britton and Joan Allen, Zero Day is a captivating thriller that will prompt you to binge all of its six episodes in one sitting. 'Running Point' (2025) Kate Hudson is due for a comeback. The Almost Famous actress and former Fabletics spokeswoman was the rom-com queen of the early 2000s, but lately, she hasn't been in anything significant. That changes with Running Point, a new series from Mindy Kaling that puts the star front and center of her own Netflix show. The series follows Isla Gordon (Hudson), who has to take over the family business after one of her brothers, Cam (Justin Theroux), gets into an accident. The business in question is the Los Angeles Waves, a successful basketball team that has seen better days. Isla's never managed a pro team, and the Waves aren't exactly thrilled to have her there, but with the help of her brothers, friends and one hot coach (Jay Ellis), she may prove her haters wrong in the end. 'The Night Agent' (2023 - Present) When it debuted in 2023, The Night Agent was an unexpected sensation. The story of how a lowly FBI Agent, Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso), uncovers a vast conspiracy involving assassins, criminal cover-ups and the White House electrified viewers. To no one's surprise, Netflix immediately renewed it for a second season. Now that Season 2 is here, expect more intrigue, action and unexpected narrative twists as Peter finally becomes an actual Night Agent. There's a leak in the CIA, and Peter is the only one smart enough to investigate. But what if the traitor is closer than he realizes? With scenes set in Thailand and California, The Night Agent is more like a Jason Bourne movie than ever. We're not complaining. 'American Murder: Gabby Petito' (2025) Netflix has increased its true crime output in recent years, and its latest documentary, American Murder: Gabby Petito, immediately became one of the streamer's top shows after it debuted in February 2025. There's a good reason why — it's addictive, gruesome stuff, a true-crime tale that showcases a love story gone terribly wrong. In August 2021, Gabby and her fiancé Brian Laundrie travelled to Utah in their van looking for adventure. By the end of September, Gabby's body is discovered and Brian is nowhere to be found. What happened to Gabby? And how was Brian involved in her eventual death? American Murder: Gabby Petito has no easy answers, but it faithfully captures an event that captivated the public four years ago and still fascinates people today. 'All of Us Are Dead' (2022 - Present) Growing up is hard. Growing up during a zombie apocalypse is even worse. Don't believe me? Then check out All of Us Are Dead, which gives the zombie genre a new twist by setting it in a South Korean high school. A science teacher conducts an experiment that goes awry, which causes most of the students and faculty to turn into rampaging flesh-eaters. The few surviving students must try to find a way to escape their school without being eaten or turned into a zombie themselves. Like the modern horror classic Train to Busan, All of Us Are Dead is brutally effective in depicting what might happen if an actual zombie apocalypse occurred. The genius of the show, however, is that it never loses sight of the fact that its protagonists are still just kids, and thus prone to fits of anger, jealousy and love. If Buffy the Vampire Slayer effectively used vampires as a metaphor for the miseries of high school, this show does that just as well, with its undead antagonists symbolizing the dehumanizing effects of growing up. 'Missing You' (2024) Netflix's hottest properties include Stranger Things, Squid Game, and … Harlan Coben?!? The famed mystery author has had a run of successful Netflix adaptations recently, with his last show, Fool Me Once, becoming one of the streamer's most-watched programs of 2024. His latest, Missing You, serves up more of what's worked so well in the past: an intriguing mystery set in England populated by a talented cast. Detective Kat Donovan (Rosalind Eleazar) is lonely. Eleven years ago, her fiancé, Josh (Ashley Walters), disappeared, and she's never quite gotten over that. One night, while swiping left on a dating app, she's stunned to find her missing lover alive and well … and actively looking for a hookup. How is Josh still alive? And what does this have to do with the death of Kat's father years ago? Missing You weaves an intricate mystery very well, with a genuinely shocking ending. 'Sweet Magnolias' (2020 - Present) One of Netflix's most underrated series, Sweet Magnolias isn't anything more than an enjoyable drama about good people doing good things. That sounds boring, but throughout its four seasons, the show has provided enough entertaining moments to remain one of the streamer's most consistently watched original shows. The show focuses on the friendship between three friends: Maddie Townsend (JoAnna Garcia Swisher), a mother of three recently separated from her husband Bill (Chris Klein); Helen Decatur (Heather Headley), a successful attorney contemplating a career change; and Dana Sue Sullivan (Brooke Elliott), a chef who runs her own restaurant. The three women navigate life, love and everything in between while living in an idyllic South Carolina town. Sweet Magnolias is romantic escapism, but it's done well, and the three leads are genuinely charming. The fourth season premiered on February 6, 2025 and with its continued success, it's bound to return for another season. 'American Primeval' (2025) Westerns have been making a comeback lately thanks to Kevin Costner (Horizon: An American Saga) and Taylor Sheridan (a half-dozen Yellowstone spinoffs), so it was only a matter of time before Netflix got into the game. American Primeval is a six-episode series written by Mark L. Smith (The Revenant, Twisters) and Peter Berg (Friday Night Lights) and stars Taylor Kitsch, Betty Gilpin, Dane DeHaan and Jai Courtney. The show follows new settlers in the American West, which is still a wild and unruly place in 1857. As the Utah War heats up and the Mountain Meadows Massacre takes place, they fight for their place in the new frontier and try to survive the harsh environment … and threats from within. American Primeval is often very violent, but it depicts a time and place without rules. This isn't your dad's Western, but all the bloodshed paints an unexamined and fascinating era of American history.
ABC News
2 days ago
- Science
- ABC News
Extinct Species
MICHELLE WAKIM, REPORTER: What do you think about bringing extinct animals back to life? PERSON: I think it's a bit scary, but I think it's a really cool idea. PERSON: The world has adapted without them, but then if they come back, the right climates and stuff won't be right for them. PERSON: It would be really cool, but it could interrupt the food web or the food chain. PERSON: It could go really wrong. PERSON: It could very wrong. PERSON: Some things would go wrong. PERSON: It just depends on the animal and what it can do to society, like a dinosaur, that would just not be a good thing. PERSON: Well, I watched Jurassic Park. So not the plot of Jurassic Park? PERSON: Yeah, no, not the plot of Jurassic Park. PERSON: I think the plot of Jurassic Park would be cool. When we talk about de-extinction, bringing extinct animals back to life, Jurassic Park, the 1993 sci-fi film, often comes to mind. JURASSIC PARK: Welcome to Jurassic Park. But now, in real life, America Biotech company Colossal Biosciences has announced plans to de-extinct this. Do you know what this animal is? PERSON: An emu? PERSON: Uh, it looks like an emu. PERSON: I don't know. PERSON: An emu? This is the moa, and to be fair, it is in the same family as the emu. Moa were big flightless birds that once inhabited New Zealand and became extinct around 500 years ago due to over-hunting, habitat destruction and introduced predators. And the moa isn't the first animal Colossal Biosciences is keen to de-extinct. They've been working on woolly mammoths, the Tassie tiger, and these guys, which the company says are the first dire wolves to be born in more than 10,000 years. BETH SHAPIRO, COLOSSAL BIOSCIENCES: The process of de-extinction is that we extract DNA from ancient bones, and we sequence that DNA and assemble ancient genomes. DNA, which stands for deoxyribonucleic acid, is like a blueprint that exists inside the cells of all living things. It's made up of chemical bases, adenine, thionine, cytosine, and guanine. They form the building blocks of DNA, which determines how all living things look and act. Sometimes you can also find DNA preserved in dead things. Now might be a good time to bring in Associate Professor Nick Rawlence. Part of his job is to get DNA out of archaeological, and fossil remains. NIC RAWLENCE, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO: So, think Jurassic Park, but we don't bring back dinosaurs. De-extinction in the strictest sense is bringing back an animal that has been extinct, bringing it back to life. The only way to do that is through the process of cloning. So, if we think of Dolly the sheep. NEWS REPORTER: When the world first said, 'Hello Dolly' there were hopes this was the beginning of a revolution. Dolly was the first mammal to be cloned and was born back in 1996. But the thing about cloning is you need really high-quality DNA for it to work. ASS. PROF. RAWLENCE: The problem with extinct animals is that for the most part, their DNA is really badly degraded. It's like you've taken that DNA, and you've put it in a wood-fired pizza oven at 500 degrees overnight, and it comes out fragmented in shards, crumbs, dust, chemically modified. Nic says while we can take these damaged bits of DNA and kind of put them back together like a puzzle, there will be missing pieces and holes in the final product. Sound familiar? JURASSIC PARK: Gaps in the DNA sequence. We use the complete DNA of a frog to fill in the holes and complete the code, and now, we can make a baby dinosaur. So, if ancient DNA is too damaged to clone, what is Colossal Biosciences actually doing when they claim to de-extinct animals? BETH SHAPIRO, COLOSSAL BIOSCIENCES: To de-extinct the moa, we are collecting DNA from all nine species of moa. We'll be comparing the genome sequences to genomes of living birds to identify what it is that made moa unique, and using the tools of genome editing to make those changes in the DNA sequence of the living close relatives. ASS. PROF. RAWLENCE: So, the only way to get an animal that's similar to one that was extinct is to use genetic engineering. So, bringing back the dire wolf, you've created a genetically engineered grey wolf; you would do the same with emu and moa. A good analogy is if it walks like a duck, talks like a duck, and quacks like a duck, it's a duck. What we have is we've got something that looks like a dire wolf, but we're not entirely sure it actually behaves like a dire wolf. PERSON: If you made it look like it and genetically put it together like that, then it might not have the same behaviours as it had a long time ago. PERSON: If they're just taking an emu and sort of like changing it to bring it back, I mean, what are we really going to gain from this? I don't think it's very necessary. PERSON: Why do we need the moa, kind of? It's like, what purpose does it have here? It could maybe endanger emus? PERSON: They might create a new animal, that's nothing like the original one, that went extinct. So, knowing all of this, we're left with the classic dilemma. JURASSIC PARK: Yeah, yeah, but your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should. ASS. PROF. RAWLENCE: I'm against de-extinction. I would say by all means develop the technology but use it to save what we've got left. You could use this technology to genetically engineer animals to be resistant to a disease, giving them the chance to evolve with climate change in a fast-changing world. Colossal scientists said we have a moral obligation to bring back these species and undo the sins of the past; I'd say we need to learn from them, otherwise we're doomed to repeat them. PERSON: If it's used for commercial purposes, that would cross the line, I reckon. If it's used to kind of help the environment and save endangered species or stuff like that, that could be really good. PERSON: Maybe like polar bears. I know they're, like struggling because of climate change. So maybe, yeah, doing something for the polar bears. PERSON: If it's going to cause more harm than good then there's no need to bring them back and take money out of the science budget as a whole. PERSON: Especially with climate change it's a much better idea to focus on the animals that we have now because, like, we don't know if in a while those animals are going to be extinct as well.
