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5 ways video game adaptations can learn from The Last of Us

Future video game adaptations could stand to take these notes from HBO's The Last of Us.
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6 things we hope to see in DC’s upcoming Green Lantern series, Lanterns

James Gunn announced DC is producing a Green Lantern series for HBO Max titled Lanterns, and there is a list of things that this show should have to succeed.
Ellie stares at Joel and Tess in the The Last of Us TV show.

The Last of Us TV show will return for Season 2 at HBO

Yes, a second season of HBO's The Last of Us TV adaptation is already in the works.
Colin Farrell looks through a window at Brendan Gleeson in The Banshees of Inisherin.

Where to watch The Banshees of Inisherin

Find out where to watch the acclaimed comedy-drama The Banshees of Inisherin, starring Collin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson.
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Ad-free HBO Max is about to get more expensive

The ad-free tier of HBO Max will become $1 more expensive starting in February, the company announced.
The titular Endless surrounded by his supporting cast in The Sandman.

The Sandman and Peacemaker were 2022’s best comic book adaptations

There was certainly no shortage of comic book TV adaptations in 2022, but Netflix's The Sandman and HBO Max's Peacemaker stand above the rest.
Ellie and Hoel turning back to face the camera in the poster for HBO's The Last of Us.

The 10 most anticipated TV shows to look forward to in 2023

2023 is fast approaching, and highly anticipated shows like The Last of Us and Ahsoka should make fans rejoice about what the new year has in store.
Ethan confronts Cameron in The White Lotus.

The White Lotus season two ending explained

What happened in the season two finale of The White Lotus? Digital Trends explains that shocking ending and more.
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HBO Max is back on Amazon Prime Video Channels

You're now once again able to subscribe to HBO Max and watch it via Amazon Prime Video. And there was much rejoicing.
The cast of "Friends" in formal clothes.

The 6 most likable characters on Friends, ranked

Is it Monica or Joey? Chandler or Rachel? Ross or Phoebe? The core group on Friends are all entertaining, but some of them are far more likable than others.
Vince Vaughn and Paul Giamatti stand next to each other in a scene from Fred Claus.

Where to watch Fred Claus

Find out where to watch Fred Claus, the 2007 Christmas comedy about Santa's older brother starring Vince Vaughn and Paul Giamatti.
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Where to watch Gremlins

It wouldn't be the holiday season without revisiting Joe Dante's black comedy, Gremlins. Find out where to watch it here.
A collage of characters in "Star Wars: The Old Republic" promo art.

Star Wars’ distant past has potential for Game of Thrones-like drama

Star Wars' Andor is currently impressing with its Rebellion-era spy-thriller story, but the Old Republic has the potential for Game of Thrones-esque intrigue.
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone standing next to a horse.

The best TV shows like Yellowstone

Those looking for more great TV shows like Yellowstone should be satisfied with this list, which include such classics as The Sopranos and Justified.
Batman confronts Catwoman in The Batman.

Why The Batman universe doesn’t need the DCEU

Amid course correcting the DCEU and the scorched-earth approach from the Warner Bros. Discovery merger, The Batman can prove it can stand wholly on its own.
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Ralphie returns home for holiday hijinks in A Christmas Story Christmas trailer

Ralphie Parker returns to his childhood home for more holiday fun in the first trailer for HBO Max's A Christmas Story Christmas.
Tyrion and Daenerys on Dragonstone with Rhaegal and Drogon on either side.

Game of Thrones deserves to be a great video game like Elden Ring

The Game of Thrones IP has been a huge success for HBO thanks to the original show and House of the Dragon, and gaming is a space primed for further expansion.
Daenerys and Jon meeting together in her room.

The 10 most powerful Game of Thrones characters ever, ranked

Now that House of the Dragon is over, it's the perfect time to revisit Game of Thrones and the most powerful characters that made it a game-changing success.
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The best Batman movies and shows on HBO Max

One of the best ways to celebrate Batman is with HBO Max's collection of live-action and animated movies and shows.
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The best TV crime dramas to stream now on HBO Max

The HBO brand has established itself as one of the faces of top-tier TV, and HBO Max has naturally become the best place to stream serialized crime dramas.
Alicent Hightower looking distressed in House of the Dragon.

Hey, House of the Dragon fans: Stop hating Alicent Hightower

Alicent Hightower is the most conflicted and complex figure in House of the Dragon, and it's time we start appreciating her for the excellent player she is.
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What we’d like to see in House of the Dragon season 2

House of the Dragon season 1 did a brilliant job laying the groundwork for the Dance of the Dragons, but season 2 needs to kick things into full gear.
Daemon stands next to his dragon in House of the Dragon.

House of the Dragon season 1 finale recap: A shocking death leads to all-out war

House of the Dragon season one reached its highly anticipated conclusion with an explosive episode that finally began the long-awaited Dance of the Dragons.
Griffith, Guts, Casca, and co. in Berserk: The Golden Age arc key art.

The best TV fantasy anime to stream now

Fantasy shows are incredibly popular in anime, and these are some of the best TV shows within that subgenre available to stream now.
Chihiro sitting with No-Face in Spirited Away.

The best Studio Ghibli movies on HBO Max right now (October 2022)

Some of the world's greatest animated movies have come from Studio Ghibli. We've picked the best titles available from the studio on HBO Max.
A father stands as his daughter sits at a table in House of the Dragon.

More Targaryen lore that House of the Dragon could explore

HBO's House of the Dragon is doing an enticing job building up to the Dance of the Dragons, but there's plenty more to explore should it evolve in an anthology.
Robert Pattinson as the Dark Knight in red promo art for The Batman.

Batman’s live-action future should be on HBO, not on the big screen

Matt Reeves' prospective The Batman trilogy is undoubtedly the current focus, but DC should be looking to the HBO brand when the next reboot needs a new angle.
Joel and Ellie in HBO's The Last of Us.

HBO’s The Last of Us trailer gives a first look at its game-accurate world

HBO released the first full trailer for The Last of Us, which gives us a look at its dark, video-game-accurate world.
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How to download HBO Max on a Samsung smart TV

Samsung's TVs are smarter and more connected than ever, but you still need to get your favorite apps on the platform. Here's how to download and use HBO MAX.
Demon's Souls key art featuring the protagonist facing the undead and the looming Boletaria gates.

Video games to play for fans of House of the Dragon and Lord of the Rings

Fall 2022 is a great time for fantasy fans, and there are several excellent video games to check for fans of House of the Dragon and The Lord of the Rings.
Jon Snow beyond the wall in Game of Thrones.

Game of Thrones: the best Jon Snow episodes

House of the Dragon is the IP's next big endeavor, but with the Jon Snow-led sequel in development, here are some of his best episodes from Game of Thrones.
Morfydd Clark in "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power."

Why Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power can’t be a Game of Thrones rip-off

Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power may seem like a Game of Thrones rip-off to naïve viewers, but if its creative team is smart, it will be anything but.
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Does HBO Max think you’re dumb?

HBO Max is offering a steep annual discount while at the same time severely cutting content. How does that make sense?
Early art for Batman: Caped Crusader.

Bye-bye, Batman: Caped Crusader. Animated series is no longer on HBO Max

HBO Max has dropped several animated projects, including Batman: Caped Crusader, which will all be shopped to find new homes on other services.