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.

TV

'Severance’s Ominous Opening Song Could Be A Huge Hint For The Show’s Next Twist

A pink slip won’t stop Irv’s mission.

By Dais Johnston
The Inverse Interview

CRTs And Slurpees: The Making Of The 'Yellowjackets' Opening Titles

The story behind the glitchy analog introduction to Showtime’s creepiest thriller.

By Dais Johnston
Review

'Yellowjackets' Season 3 Secures Its Place In TV History

In its third season, Showtime’s supernatural thriller goes fully surreal.

By Dais Johnston
TV

Everything You Need To Know About 'Severance' Season 2 Episode 5

How will Lumon cope after Episode 4’s shocking reveal?

By Dais Johnston
News

There's Yet Another Targaryen 'Game Of Thrones' Spinoff In The Works

Time to buy stock in white-blonde wigs.

By Dais Johnston
Trailers

'The Handmaid’s Tale' Can Finally Reach Its Happy Ending

June’s story can finally leave Offred behind once and for all.

By Dais Johnston
The Inverse Interview

Sophie Thatcher Would Return to Star Wars "In a Heartbeat"

The Yellowjackets star is eager to return to the Mandoverse, especially if it means a reunion with Pedro Pascal.

By Dais Johnston
MCU

Marvel Just Accidentally Answered A 'Thunderbolts' Mystery

Meet the second-best supersquad in the universe.

By Dais Johnston
News

'Alice In Borderland' Just Sneakily Revealed Its Season 3 Release Window

Another wait is over.

By Dais Johnston
MCU

'Fantastic Four' Theory Reveals Marvel Is Sneakily Setting Up An X-Men Movie

Those first steps may not be what you thought.

By Dais Johnston
The Inverse Interview

“They’re All Political”: Daisy Ridley On Star Wars And Her New Movie 'Cleaner'

The Star Wars star speaks about her upcoming action movie and the future of 'Star Wars.'

By Dais Johnston
Inverse Recommends

'Sirens Of The Deep' Is 'The Witcher' Distilled

A charming one-off story lets Geralt do what he does best.

By Dais Johnston
News

'Mandalorian & Grogu' Won’t Break The Show’s Winning Formula

Stick with what you know.

By Dais Johnston
Trailers

'Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning' Trailer Reveals A Look At The Final Chapter

A brand-new look at what may just be Ethan Hunt's final adventure.

By Dais Johnston
Retrospective

A Decade Later, 'The Jinx' Remains A Shocking True Crime Saga

Sometimes you get lucky.

By Dais Johnston
TV

Hang In There — 'Severance’s Latest Loss May Not Be Totally In Vain

Severance's latest episode ends with a tragic loss, but that may not be the end of the story.

By Dais Johnston
The Inverse Interview

“I Just Want To Genre Bend.” Josh Ruben Skewers The Horror Rom-Com

The comedian and director balances love and guts in Heart Eyes.

By Dais Johnston
Retrospective

'Birds Of Prey' Was A Premature Cure For Superhero Fatigue

A fantabulous look back.

By Dais Johnston
TV

'Severance' Doesn't Hate Your Fan Theory — And That's Why It Rules

The mystery box show is officially back for good.

By Dais Johnston
News

Netflix Is Restarting An Epic Fantasy Franchise With A Forgotten Prequel

Put a (green) ring on it.

By Dais Johnston