Ryan Britt

Ryan Britt is an editor and writer for Inverse. He covers TV, film, and books, with emphases on science fiction, Star Trek, Dune, Star Wars, Sherlock Holmes, James Bond, Doctor Who, comics, ‘80s pop culture, ‘90s music, kids’ media, and more. 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 Dune history book “The Spice Must Flow” (2023); all from Plume/Dutton Books (Penguin Random House.) His other writing has been published with the New York Times, Esquire, Den of Geek, SyFy Wire, VICE, StarTrek.com and elsewhere.

Ryan is represented by the Fischer-Harbage Literary Agency and lives in Portland, Maine with his wife and daughter.

Retrospective

The 'Wonder Woman' TV Show Was Iconic. It Hasn’t Been Topped Since.

In 1975, Lynda Carter made us believe a woman could fly a transparent plane.

By Ryan Britt
Spoilers

'Predator: Badlands' Has A Not-So-Secret 'Aliens' Easter Egg

It’s power loader time!

By Ryan Britt
Spoilers

'Predator: Badlands’ Ending Hints At A Much Bigger Swing For The Franchise

This isn’t quite what anyone saw coming.

By Ryan Britt and Hoai-Tran Bui
Retrospective

30 Years Ago, One Explosive Game Revolutionized A New Kind Of Combat

What if the cars were the weapons?

By Ryan Britt
Canon Guide

Does 'Predator: Badlands' Require 'Predator' Homework?

Do you need to rewatch all the Predators? Nope.

By Ryan Britt
Books

Star Wars Finally Addresses The Weirdest Thing About Darth Vader

You can't always get what you want. Especially if you’re a Sith Lord.

By Ryan Britt
Retrospective

The Most Underrated Sci-Fi Show Of The ‘90s Delivered Twists On Par With The Giants

This isn't how anyone expected things to go.

By Ryan Britt
Yub Nub

The Ewoks Are Finally Cool Again

Ee chee wa maa!

By Ryan Britt
Spoilers

43 Years Later, Star Trek Reveals The Hidden Cause Of One Galactic Tragedy

Why did Ceti Alpha VI explode anyway?

By Ryan Britt
Spoilers

Star Wars Just Turned One Famous Tech Into A Force Of Nature

What happens when carbonite freezing gas gets loose?

By Ryan Britt
Timey Wimey

After A Divisive Cliffhanger, 'Doctor Who' Finally Announces A 2026 Release Date

The beloved sci-fi show will return, this time, without Disney.

By Ryan Britt
Primer

3 Things To Remember Ahead Of 'Star Wars: Visions' Season 3

It's been almost 4 years. Here's what some of these characters are up to.

By Ryan Britt
Retrospective

10 Years Ago, One Superhero Show Paved The Way For The New DCU

What if being corny and nice was the real punk rock?

By Ryan Britt
Exclusive

Why 'Tron: Ares' Sounds Super Loud, But Doesn’t Destroy Your Ears

Tormod Ringnes reveals what makes Tron sound like Tron.

By Ryan Britt
Retrospective

15 Years Ago, 'Sherlock' Was A Triumph. And Not For The Reason You Think

The game is on!

By Ryan Britt
Elegant Weapons

Star Wars Just Doubled Down On The Weird Creation Of Its Most Iconic Weapon

The moment when Vader went red has a new point of view.

By Ryan Britt
Retrospective

Vin Diesel’s Famously Absurd Urban Fantasy Movie Was Way Better Than Its Dismal Reviews

Time to hunt some witches.

By Ryan Britt
Trek Talk

'Strange New Worlds’ Final Season Is Going Back To A Classic Star Trek Formula

Back-to-basics. Again.

By Ryan Britt
Khaaan!

Star Trek Finally Reveals The Details Of One Grisly Off-Screen Tragedy

"I know what he blames me for."

By Ryan Britt
Retrospective

40 Years Ago, One Lurid Horror Movie Created A Genre All-Star

Has there ever been a horror movie quite like this?

By Ryan Britt