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

Rewind

20 Years Ago, 'Jericho' Inspired A Historic Fan Campaign

By Dais Johnston

“Nuts!”

Thrill Ride

I Saw 'Hope' In 4DX And Almost Died

By Hoai-Tran Bui

Fasten your seatbelts. Oh wait, there aren’t any.

Rewind

This Exploitation Quickie Was A Horror Legend's Final Film

By Don Kaye

Anyone remember Dracula vs. Frankenstein?

Till All Are One

40 Years Later, 'Transformers: The Movie' Is Pure Cinema

By Ryan Britt

We've still got the touch.

Rewind

40 Years Ago, 'Blue Velvet' Caught Detective Movies with Their Pants Down

By Katie Rife

“I don’t know if you’re a detective or a pervert.”

News

'Doctor Who' May Come Back Sooner Than You Think — But There's A Catch

By Dais Johnston

If only we could time travel to 2028.

Exclusive

Christina Chong Reveals How La’an’s Star Trek Fairytale Has A Deeper Truth

By Ryan Britt

The actress says that the long goodbye to the Final Frontier is heartbreaking.

Rewind

The Sci-Fi Phrase That Made History

By James Grebey

"Klaatu barada nikto."

News

'The Last Of Us' Is Walking Back Its Ambitious Finale Plan

By Dais Johnston

The Last (season) of Us.

Movies

A Massive Star Wars Record Was Just Broken In The Most Surprising Way

By Lyvie Scott

But what does it mean?