Dais Johnston

Dais Johnston is a staff writer at Inverse covering Entertainment and Culture, particularly international media and social justice in media. Their work has previously appeared on BUST.com and The Belladonna. They have a degree in Theatre from Agnes Scott College, focusing on screenwriting and the elements of storytelling. As a military child, Dais grew up all over the world, giving a global perspective to the stories we all enjoy and what they have in common. They are also part of a zoom theatre troupe, the Cobalt Internet Theater, live-streaming table reads of classic TV and movie scripts.

News

You Can Thank Peacemaker For 'Superman’s Early Digital Release

Corporate synergy at work.

By Dais Johnston
Review

'Peacemaker' Season 2 Is The Multiverse Done Right

The DC series dabbles in revisionist history and tells a heartbreaking multi-dimensional story.

By Dais Johnston
Put It On Ice

Somehow, 'War Of The Worlds' Is Even Worse Than You Think

And yet, it’s #6 on Amazon Prime Video’s top ten.

By Dais Johnston
Trailers

'Wednesday' Season 2 Part 2 Trailer Reveals Gwendoline Christie Is Back

It’s the principal of the matter.

By Dais Johnston
Retrospective

How A Sci-Fi Cult Classic Inspired The Defining Midnight Cinematic Tradition

There's no better argument for the cinematic experience than this queer musical romp.

By Dais Johnston
News

Pirates of the Caribbean Could Return, And Bring A Troubling Star With It

What do you do with a problematic sailor?

By Dais Johnston
News

Russell T. Davies Doesn’t Know What Will Happen To 'Doctor Who'

That’s above his pay grade.

By Dais Johnston
News

The Creepiest Part Of 'Weapons' Is Getting A Spinoff

A visit to our aunt.

By Dais Johnston
News

John Boyega Thought 'The Force Awakens' Was Going To Be Completely Different

Forget fan theories. Here’s an actor theory.

By Dais Johnston
News

Netflix's 'Wednesday' Kinda-Sorta Rebooted The Addams Family

Only four years later, we’re getting a reboot.

By Dais Johnston
News

'Squid Game’s Shocking Ending May Not Mean Anything At All

Cate Blanchett’s down for a rematch, but has no plans.

By Dais Johnston
TV

Here’s Everything You Need To Know About 'Alien: Earth'

In space, nobody can hear you stream.

By Dais Johnston
News

Hollywood's New Favorite IP Is Frankenstein

He’s alive!

By Dais Johnston
Trailers

Netflix’s 'One Piece' Is Expanding In A Major Way

“Everything I've done… everywhere I go… is for the One Piece!”

By Dais Johnston
News

Could 'The Batman Part II' Bring Robin Back to the Big Screen?

Holy Hollywood gossip, Batman!

By Dais Johnston
News

Mr. Beast Is Threatening To Make A 'Hunger Games'-Inspired Reality Show

Catching ire.

By Dais Johnston
TV

You Can Now Rewatch 'Wednesday' Season 2's Surprising Standout Scene On YouTube

“Tonight, you're gonna hear the tale of the Skull Tree.”

By Dais Johnston
News

'The Batman Part II' Is Finally Scheduled To Start Filming

Matt Reeves' long-awaited Batman sequel is finally done being delayed, at least for now.

By Dais Johnston
News

Disney Will Shut Down Hulu’s Standalone App — What Does This Mean?

One of the first titans of the streaming landscape is about to be absorbed.

By Dais Johnston
News

Star Wars Casts Matt Smith As A Villain, Again

A second chance to do bad.

By Dais Johnston
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