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

The Force

Why 'The Ninth Jedi' Changed Lightsabers As We Know Them

By Ryan Britt

It's more than just a cool space sword.

MCU

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Almost Featured Two Daredevil Cameos

By Lyvie Scott

Make way for the Night Nurse.

Blu-rays

'Project Hail Mary' Is Finally Available To Buy on 4K Blu-ray

By Ryan Britt

Here’s what to know about the home video version of Project Hail Mary.

News

A Canceled Star Wars Movie Could Break A Hollywood Sci-Fi Curse

By Dais Johnston

If you’re kind and polite, the whole universe will be right.

Movie Trek

The Star Trek Are Movies Quietly Returning To Theaters — With A Twist

By Ryan Britt

The first four theatrical Star Trek films will each get perfect episode pairings.

Rewind

25 Years Ago, 'Samurai Jack' Was The Closest We Got To Adapting Frank Miller’s Best Work

By Jeff Ewing

Gotta get back, back to the past!

Rewind

30 Years Ago, John Carpenter Delivered A Remake Viewers Weren’t Ready For

By Richard Chachowski

The President has a few domestic problems.

Opinion

7 Years Later, The MCU's Spider-Man Repeats A Superhero Sin

By Chrishaun Baker

Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man has become increasingly less friendly.

Rewind

25 Years Ago, 'The Others' Captured A Strange Moment In History

By Kristen Lopez

"This house is ours."

Exclusive

Is Scotty Star Trek's Most Normal Character?

By Ryan Britt

Martin Quinn reflects on the Final Frontier's working-class hero.