Ryan Britt
Ryan Britt is the features editor for Inverse. He covers TV, film, spaceflight and books, with emphases on science fiction history, Star Trek, Dune, Star Wars, Sherlock Holmes, James Bond, Doctor Who, comics, ‘80s pop culture, and fantasy. Formerly, he was the entertainment editor for Fatherly.
He is also the author of three non-fiction books: ‘Luke Skywalker Can’t Read’ (2015), Phasers On Stun!’ (2022), and ‘The Spice Must Flow’ (2023); all from Plume/Dutton Books (Penguin Random House).
His other writing has been published with Men’s Journal, the New York Times, Esquire, Den of Geek!, SyFy Wire, VICE, Clarkesworld, Reactor, StarTrek.com, and elsewhere.
Does One Rowdy Terry Gilliam Sci-Fi Classic Really Hold Up?
Is Time Bandits actually a classic?
One Legendary Space Opera Just Got A Huge Upgrade
The greatest starfighter adventure ever isn't Star Wars.
Anthony Mackie Stars In Benjamin Percy And Andy Weir's New Space Opera, 'Exoplanet'
Listen to this incredible new science fiction drama right here.
'VisionQuest' Episode 7 Finally Unpacks Its Mystery Box
Deeper AI from before the dawn of AI.
The 'Babylon 5' Season 3 Finale Changed The Game Forever
Did Babylon 5 ever top this moment?
Why Patrick Stewart's Jean-Luc Picard Felt Like A Real Person
Is Picard the best Star Trek character?
'Highlander II' Is Still Bad. But Not For The Reason You Think
Magic from before the dawn of Zeist.
Patrick Stewart's Best Star Trek Role Isn't Captain Picard
Inspired by a deep-cut Beatles song, "The Inner Light" remains a classic for a reason.
40 Years Ago, Patrick Stewart Almost Didn't Become Captain Picard
The world will miss Sir Patrick, but we're lucky we live in a world in which he became Picard at all.
Star Trek's First Parallel Earth Still Feels Terrifying
What happens on alternate Earths stays on alternate Earths — or does it?
'Dune: Part Three' Is Changing Its Timeline For One Crucial Reason
Once again, we have to wonder, is Dune 3 adapting more than one book?
'VisionQuest' Just Resurrected A Foundational 'Iron Man' Villain
It feels like an Easter egg, but it's more than that.
32 Years Later, Walter Koenig's Best Sci-Fi Role Isn't Star Trek
Be seeing you, Mr. Bester.
I Spoke To ‘Star Trek’ Legend Walter Koenig Before He Died. It Changed My Life
One conversation in 2021 reframed my outlook on Star Trek and the world at large.
20 Years Ago, The Best Modern Space Opera Delivered The Most Badass Scene Ever
Looking back on the Adama Maneuver.
Daisy Ridley's 'Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea' Reboot Has A Star Trek Secret Weapon
Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea is resurfacing, and it could revitalize a forgotten and foundational sci-fi franchise.
5 Years Later, 'Dune' Represents The Best (And Worst) Of Modern Sci-Fi Epics
The 2021 Dune created a new frenzy for the Arrakis saga, but its legacy remains in flux.
'Rings of Power' Finally Reveals The Most Important 'Lord Of The Rings' Moment
There’s literally no LotR without this moment. Will The Rings of Power deliver?
'VisionQuest' Just Quietly Changed MCU Canon — With A Deep-Cut Easter Egg
Markridge is the key to a big 'Iron Man' retcon.
James McAvoy's Star Trek Series Pitch Sounds Amazing
The Professor X actor was close to playing Jean-Luc Picard in a tantalizing prequel series.
