Unlike The Last Airbender, The Legend of Korra had a different approach to its show, as it preferred to follow a more mature protagonist and deal with more layered themes such as politics, class, and Post-traumatic stress disorder (Ptsd). While the 2005 show was labeled as age-neutral, the sequel is more appealing to an older audience, who have an interest in these themes.
Korra
Though the show is undeniably remarkable, full of intricate world-building with three-dimensional characters, it is disliked by a percentage of the franchise’s fans. However, a fan has come forward and mentioned how some of the events featured in the show were quite unnecessary. If the story writers avoided making the story so complex, and how certain events did not make any sense at all.
The Legend of Korra Featured One Major Mistake During Its Poor Run
There’s no denying that the 2012 show, The Legend of Korra...
Korra
Though the show is undeniably remarkable, full of intricate world-building with three-dimensional characters, it is disliked by a percentage of the franchise’s fans. However, a fan has come forward and mentioned how some of the events featured in the show were quite unnecessary. If the story writers avoided making the story so complex, and how certain events did not make any sense at all.
The Legend of Korra Featured One Major Mistake During Its Poor Run
There’s no denying that the 2012 show, The Legend of Korra...
- 4/29/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Boa Hancock is one of the most powerful female characters in One Piece. She was introduced in the Amazon Lily arc, and since then, she has been an ally of Luffy and his crew. She helped Luffy reach Impel Down to save his brother Ace, and she even helped him get better after the Paramount War in the Marineford arc.
Boa Hancock – One Piece
Boa Hancock recently made an appearance in the story when Blackbeard decided to go after her Devil Fruit abilities. Many believe that she is one of the worst-written characters in the series because her role is quite short compared to her powers, which does not do justice to her character and her abilities.
However, there is a chance that Eiichiro Oda might be saving her for the final war and will bring her back to help the Straw Hat Pirates fight the World Government during the conclusion.
Boa Hancock – One Piece
Boa Hancock recently made an appearance in the story when Blackbeard decided to go after her Devil Fruit abilities. Many believe that she is one of the worst-written characters in the series because her role is quite short compared to her powers, which does not do justice to her character and her abilities.
However, there is a chance that Eiichiro Oda might be saving her for the final war and will bring her back to help the Straw Hat Pirates fight the World Government during the conclusion.
- 4/23/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda loves to base his stories on the real world. That’s probably why the betrayals and twists in One Piece feel so much more relatable. Many characters in One Piece are inspired or named after pirates who actually existed in history.
From Eustass Kid to Edward Newgate (Whitebeard) the list of inspired pirates is quite long. In fact, even the beloved swordsman Zoro is a member of the club.
Who inspired Zoro’s Last Name in One Piece? Zoro in One Piece
In a fan question-answer session, Eiichiro Oda revealed that Zoro‘s last name was inspired by the “Most Fierce & Cruel Pirate François l’Olonnais of the Caribbean Sea.”
François l’Olonnais was a French pirate, who was active during the 1660s in the Caribbean. The Japanese translation of l’Olonnois is Roronoa, which served as inspiration for Zoro’s last name.
SUGGESTEDOne Piece: Eiichiro Oda’s...
From Eustass Kid to Edward Newgate (Whitebeard) the list of inspired pirates is quite long. In fact, even the beloved swordsman Zoro is a member of the club.
Who inspired Zoro’s Last Name in One Piece? Zoro in One Piece
In a fan question-answer session, Eiichiro Oda revealed that Zoro‘s last name was inspired by the “Most Fierce & Cruel Pirate François l’Olonnais of the Caribbean Sea.”
François l’Olonnais was a French pirate, who was active during the 1660s in the Caribbean. The Japanese translation of l’Olonnois is Roronoa, which served as inspiration for Zoro’s last name.
SUGGESTEDOne Piece: Eiichiro Oda’s...
- 4/13/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
In January, Vince McMahon stepped down as executive chairman of Tko Holdings after being accused of s-xually assaulting and s-x trafficking former WWE employee Janel Grant. While the lawsuit’s process has moved slowly, WWE was quick to distance itself from McMahon after the allegations came to light, and Paul Levesque, aka Triple H, ushered WWE in a new direction.
With WrestleMania 40 being the first major step in the company’s new era, which saw McMahon miss his first Wm since its inception, his trainer took to Ig to share his dismay over the matter.
Vince McMahon’s Personal Trainer Was Not Happy With His Absence in Wm 40 Vince McMahon | Credit: Wikimedia Commons.
For obvious reasons, Vince McMahon wasn’t involved in the Showcase of the Immortals, as WWE was quick to distance itself from its founder father following the weight of the lawsuit. However, his absence hasn’t sat...
With WrestleMania 40 being the first major step in the company’s new era, which saw McMahon miss his first Wm since its inception, his trainer took to Ig to share his dismay over the matter.
Vince McMahon’s Personal Trainer Was Not Happy With His Absence in Wm 40 Vince McMahon | Credit: Wikimedia Commons.
For obvious reasons, Vince McMahon wasn’t involved in the Showcase of the Immortals, as WWE was quick to distance itself from its founder father following the weight of the lawsuit. However, his absence hasn’t sat...
- 4/8/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
As the Egghead Island Arc continues full force in the One Piece manga, fans already expect an Imu vs Luffy showdown in the final saga. However, Eiichiro Oda, the master of plot twists, could have some other plans in store.
Imu is currently the biggest One Piece antagonist, as he controls the Gorosei. He is considered an immortal who has been alive since God knows when. He is the driving force behind the World Government, and fans consider him the biggest threat to the Straw Hat pirates.
But what if the real threat is just around the corner, waiting to strike at the right time?
Why is Blackbeard the perfect person to defeat Imu?
A fan theory suggests that the Imu vs. Luffy battle might never happen, as Imu might get defeated by Blackbeard first. Imu is an immortal who was presumably alive even during the Void Century. However, so far,...
Imu is currently the biggest One Piece antagonist, as he controls the Gorosei. He is considered an immortal who has been alive since God knows when. He is the driving force behind the World Government, and fans consider him the biggest threat to the Straw Hat pirates.
But what if the real threat is just around the corner, waiting to strike at the right time?
Why is Blackbeard the perfect person to defeat Imu?
A fan theory suggests that the Imu vs. Luffy battle might never happen, as Imu might get defeated by Blackbeard first. Imu is an immortal who was presumably alive even during the Void Century. However, so far,...
- 4/6/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is full of surprises. Often, it leaves the fans speechless and spellbound. One Piece has been running for 25 years, and even after so many years, it managed to hold on to its magic. Monkey D. Luffy is the main protagonist of the anime, but that does not stop the fans from taking an interest in other pirates. They sometimes also take sides with antagonists.
Due to Eiichiro Oda’s habit of maintaining secrets and revealing them when necessary, fans often create their own theories. There are instances when the theories were better than the original story. One of the mysterious characters in One Piece is Marshall D. Teach. Even after there being tons of fan theories based on him, they devised a new one, and it looks like they might be onto something.
Blackbeard Is Living Under A Misconception Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach (Credit: Toei Animation)
Marshall D.
Due to Eiichiro Oda’s habit of maintaining secrets and revealing them when necessary, fans often create their own theories. There are instances when the theories were better than the original story. One of the mysterious characters in One Piece is Marshall D. Teach. Even after there being tons of fan theories based on him, they devised a new one, and it looks like they might be onto something.
Blackbeard Is Living Under A Misconception Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach (Credit: Toei Animation)
Marshall D.
- 4/1/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
It’s true that One Piece has its own set of sorrowful goodbyes that can leave one feeling heartbroken.
One Piece is a world famous manga series selling over 500 million copies all over the world. With its share of lovable characters, like Zoro and Sanji, they managed to capture the hearts of many fans worldwide. Some of these characters met their untimely ends leaving a huge impact with their sacrifice and code. All of them had an equally sad impact on our mental states, with the hole they left in our hearts.
With every fan swearing that the hardest one to let go was Ace’s demise, we had other thoughts on this subject.
We compiled a list of the most devastating ones that left us in tears.
5. Pedro
Pedro from One Piece
Leader of the Guardians and a former pirate himself, Pedro was a great ally for the Strawhat...
One Piece is a world famous manga series selling over 500 million copies all over the world. With its share of lovable characters, like Zoro and Sanji, they managed to capture the hearts of many fans worldwide. Some of these characters met their untimely ends leaving a huge impact with their sacrifice and code. All of them had an equally sad impact on our mental states, with the hole they left in our hearts.
With every fan swearing that the hardest one to let go was Ace’s demise, we had other thoughts on this subject.
We compiled a list of the most devastating ones that left us in tears.
5. Pedro
Pedro from One Piece
Leader of the Guardians and a former pirate himself, Pedro was a great ally for the Strawhat...
- 3/26/2024
- by Archak
- FandomWire
After winning hearts through manga and anime, One Piece once again had fans’ complete attention in its hold with its most recent live-action adaptation. Not only were the action, storyline, and sets adapted truly immaculately from the source material, but even the actors cast for the respective characters fit so perfectly that fans couldn’t help but commend the series’ creators.
Netflix’s One Piece live-action series.
That being said, there are still quite a few prominent characters from the saga who are yet to be adapted into live-action, like Whitebeard and a few others. And since they would be ostensibly making their live-action debut soon, we have compiled a list of all the Hollywood actors who could play 5 of the most major characters remaining to be cast. Read on!
5 Hollywood Actors Who Could Be Perfect For One Piece Live-Action
Following the end of season 1 of the series, there are...
Netflix’s One Piece live-action series.
That being said, there are still quite a few prominent characters from the saga who are yet to be adapted into live-action, like Whitebeard and a few others. And since they would be ostensibly making their live-action debut soon, we have compiled a list of all the Hollywood actors who could play 5 of the most major characters remaining to be cast. Read on!
5 Hollywood Actors Who Could Be Perfect For One Piece Live-Action
Following the end of season 1 of the series, there are...
- 3/24/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece has shown an array of villains and antagonists that have created a huge impact on the story, but none of them compare to Blackbeard. Blackbeard, also known as Marshall D. Teach is probably the last villain Luffy and The Straw Hat Pirates will encounter in their race to find the One Piece treasure.
Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach
The most important thing that speaks about the uniqueness of Blackbeard as a character and as a villain is his ability to use more than one Devil Fruits. He acquired his first Devil Fruit Yami Yami no Mi by killing one of his crewmates and got his second Devil Fruit Gura Gura no Mi during the Marineford arc.
Oda has not yet revealed how Blackbeard can have the powers of two Devil Fruits. But there have been multiple theories regarding the same. Out of those, the most prominent...
Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach
The most important thing that speaks about the uniqueness of Blackbeard as a character and as a villain is his ability to use more than one Devil Fruits. He acquired his first Devil Fruit Yami Yami no Mi by killing one of his crewmates and got his second Devil Fruit Gura Gura no Mi during the Marineford arc.
Oda has not yet revealed how Blackbeard can have the powers of two Devil Fruits. But there have been multiple theories regarding the same. Out of those, the most prominent...
- 3/23/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Blackbeard has been one of the most mysterious characters in One Piece. He was introduced as a member of the Whitebeard Pirates who went rogue after killing his commander. Portgas D. Ace was hunting him. Initially, fans thought it to be an open-and-shut case. But as the story progressed, Eiichiro Oda started to open the knots, and the fans were left baffled.
There are several fan theories surrounding the captain of the Blackbeard Pirates. Marshall D. Teach is the only character in One Piece to possess two Devil Fruit abilities. Most fans believe he has three Devil Fruits, the last of which is a mythical Zoan with the powers of a Cerberus. The latest fan theory adds to it by bringing forth new claims about Blackbeard’s split personality.
Blackbeard Has Split Personality Disorder Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach
In most cases, the Jolly Roger of a pirate defines the captain of the ship.
There are several fan theories surrounding the captain of the Blackbeard Pirates. Marshall D. Teach is the only character in One Piece to possess two Devil Fruit abilities. Most fans believe he has three Devil Fruits, the last of which is a mythical Zoan with the powers of a Cerberus. The latest fan theory adds to it by bringing forth new claims about Blackbeard’s split personality.
Blackbeard Has Split Personality Disorder Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach
In most cases, the Jolly Roger of a pirate defines the captain of the ship.
- 3/23/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Since the beginning of the Egghead Island arc, fan theories have been popping up from every corner to fill up the mystery gaps in One Piece. Eiichiro Oda has provided the fans with several revelations, including the entire journey of Bartholomew Kuma, but it is never enough for them. They always want more.
The entire world seems to be involved during the ongoing arc, with every crucial pirate crew having something or the other to do. Since the Blackbeard pirates were seen to fulfill a specific mission on the futuristic island, speculation has started surrounding Marshall D. Teach’s third Devil Fruit. He has a Paramecia and a Logia type, and the fans have deduced the person from whom he is going to steal the Zoan-type Devil Fruit.
Blackbeard’s Next Target Could Be A Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teech
Marshall D. Teach’s journey has been pretty unique.
The entire world seems to be involved during the ongoing arc, with every crucial pirate crew having something or the other to do. Since the Blackbeard pirates were seen to fulfill a specific mission on the futuristic island, speculation has started surrounding Marshall D. Teach’s third Devil Fruit. He has a Paramecia and a Logia type, and the fans have deduced the person from whom he is going to steal the Zoan-type Devil Fruit.
Blackbeard’s Next Target Could Be A Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teech
Marshall D. Teach’s journey has been pretty unique.
- 3/22/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
The Gorosei have reached the Egghead Island and are trying to stop Dr. Vegapunk’s video to go live. Monkey D. Luffy, along with Dorry and Broggy, are fighting them. All of them have unleashed their true Devil Fruit form, and the fans were shocked to see their monstrous strengths. Currently, the Gorosei are trying to lay down everyone and everything on the Egghead Island.
Even though they are taking such drastic steps to keep the world order intact, the fans have become more curious about a certain past incident. During the Reverie arc, Red-Haired Shanks was seen to have a secret meeting with the Five Elders at Mariejois and mentioned talking about a certain pirate. Shanks has always been protective of Monkey D. Luffy. So, it raised several questions after the Elders came for Luffy’s head.
Shanks Might Be Wary About Blackbeard Red-Haired Shanks
In One Piece chapter...
Even though they are taking such drastic steps to keep the world order intact, the fans have become more curious about a certain past incident. During the Reverie arc, Red-Haired Shanks was seen to have a secret meeting with the Five Elders at Mariejois and mentioned talking about a certain pirate. Shanks has always been protective of Monkey D. Luffy. So, it raised several questions after the Elders came for Luffy’s head.
Shanks Might Be Wary About Blackbeard Red-Haired Shanks
In One Piece chapter...
- 3/21/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
One Piece Chapter 1111 is scheduled to be released on March 24, 2024. Currently, the Egghead Island arc is approaching its climax, with the Monkey D. Luffy having to face the Gorosei. But it looks like he will be aided by the Giant Captains Dorry and Broggy and his vice-captain, Roronoa Zoro. The latter was busy fighting Rob Lucci, but one shot after hearing Sanji speak ill about him.
On the other hand, Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro started to wreak havoc after setting foot the Egghead Island. In his Devil Fruit form, he froze half of the Pacifistas in the blink of an eye. He is the only member of the Gorosei to use a sword, and with Zoro not occupied anymore, the fans are pitching a ferocious battle between them in the upcoming chapter.
Roronoa Zoro’s Next Opponent Might Be One of the Gorosei Roronoa Zoro
Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro wields the Shodai Kitetsu,...
On the other hand, Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro started to wreak havoc after setting foot the Egghead Island. In his Devil Fruit form, he froze half of the Pacifistas in the blink of an eye. He is the only member of the Gorosei to use a sword, and with Zoro not occupied anymore, the fans are pitching a ferocious battle between them in the upcoming chapter.
Roronoa Zoro’s Next Opponent Might Be One of the Gorosei Roronoa Zoro
Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro wields the Shodai Kitetsu,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
One Piece has often raised questions in fans’ minds about certain scenarios. Even though there are several fan theories to justify those answers, most of them remain unanswered. One question that has often lurked among the fans is why Luffy’s grandfather, Vice-Admiral Monkey D. Garp, never launched a full-scale attack against the Red Hair Pirates.
No one ever rightly found out the correct answer to that question since Eiichiro Oda never mentioned it. But one of the latest One Piece fan theories delved deep into the matter and found an answer to why Garp never attacked Shanks even though he poisoned Monkey D. Luffy’s mind and influenced him to become a pirate as he grew older.
Monkey D. Garp Never Hated Shanks in One Piece Monkey D. Garp
Monkey D. Garp always wanted his grandchild to become a celebrated marine, along with Portgas D. Ace. But neither of...
No one ever rightly found out the correct answer to that question since Eiichiro Oda never mentioned it. But one of the latest One Piece fan theories delved deep into the matter and found an answer to why Garp never attacked Shanks even though he poisoned Monkey D. Luffy’s mind and influenced him to become a pirate as he grew older.
Monkey D. Garp Never Hated Shanks in One Piece Monkey D. Garp
Monkey D. Garp always wanted his grandchild to become a celebrated marine, along with Portgas D. Ace. But neither of...
- 3/17/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
One Piece has crossed more than 1100 chapters and 1000 episodes, but it has yet to reveal all of its secrets. Eiichiro Oda has a great job of preserving the mysteries and spills them when he feels is the right time. The mangaka has a great sense of timing and often connects several mysteries with one piece of information.
Eiichiro Oda is considered a genius and has often foreshadowed several crucial aspects that were not understood by the fans. There are several times when he gives hints from the cover pages of the manga chapters. The fans believe that the mangaka may have approached the same path again by featuring a submerged Onigashima on the cover of One Piece chapter 1109.
One Piece Chapter 1109 Might Provide Some Insights on Kaido Kaido
One Piece chapter 1109 featured a submerged Onigashima on its cover page. After seeing it, the fans have started to speculate that it...
Eiichiro Oda is considered a genius and has often foreshadowed several crucial aspects that were not understood by the fans. There are several times when he gives hints from the cover pages of the manga chapters. The fans believe that the mangaka may have approached the same path again by featuring a submerged Onigashima on the cover of One Piece chapter 1109.
One Piece Chapter 1109 Might Provide Some Insights on Kaido Kaido
One Piece chapter 1109 featured a submerged Onigashima on its cover page. After seeing it, the fans have started to speculate that it...
- 3/11/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
The recent chapters of One Piece manga have featured some of the most interesting events that One Piece fans have witnessed in a very long time. The chapters focus on the Egghead Island arc which marks the beginning of the final saga, thus the stakes are too high for the Straw Hat Pirates and others.
One Piece – Egghead Arc
Currently, the chapters are showing an epic fight between Luffy and Saturn, one of the Five Elders, and although Luffy seems to be dominating the fight, he is unable to hurt Saturn in any way, and to top it all off Saturn has summoned the rest of the Elders to help him stop Luffy and Vegapunk’s message to the world.
However, another interesting thing was happening at the other side of the Egghead Island. Caribou, who has been following the Straw Hats has met the Blackbeard Pirates and is trying...
One Piece – Egghead Arc
Currently, the chapters are showing an epic fight between Luffy and Saturn, one of the Five Elders, and although Luffy seems to be dominating the fight, he is unable to hurt Saturn in any way, and to top it all off Saturn has summoned the rest of the Elders to help him stop Luffy and Vegapunk’s message to the world.
However, another interesting thing was happening at the other side of the Egghead Island. Caribou, who has been following the Straw Hats has met the Blackbeard Pirates and is trying...
- 3/11/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
One Piece’s protagonist Luffy is currently facing his biggest challenge right now in Egghead Island as he is about to fight all five elders together in the coming chapters, and he needs to either defeat them or escape from them to move to the next arc of the series, which will most likely be the Elbaf arc.
Egghead Island Arc – One Piece
However, as the series has entered the final saga, his problems have just started, as now he will be facing all the major antagonists of the series one after the other. The Navy, The World Government, Imu, and Blackbeard, all of them are getting ready to decide the fate of the story, and Luffy has to beat them all to achieve his dream.
While all of these villains are insanely strong, the strongest of them all in the end will probably be Blackbeard, who according to recent chapters,...
Egghead Island Arc – One Piece
However, as the series has entered the final saga, his problems have just started, as now he will be facing all the major antagonists of the series one after the other. The Navy, The World Government, Imu, and Blackbeard, all of them are getting ready to decide the fate of the story, and Luffy has to beat them all to achieve his dream.
While all of these villains are insanely strong, the strongest of them all in the end will probably be Blackbeard, who according to recent chapters,...
- 3/2/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Edward Newgate aka Whitebeard will definitely go down in history as one of the most loved anime characters of all time. Newgate was given the title of ‘Strongest Man in the World‘ despite never becoming the Pirate King really speaks volumes of his character.
Whitebeard
There are a lot of loose ends in the world of One Piece and one of them is the true heritage and identity of the captain of Red Hair Pirates, Shanks. However, there is this one fan theory that might explain a lot about his heritage and the connection of the character with the World Government.
Whitebeard dropped a hint about Shanks’ heritage on their very first meeting
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is one of the most popular anime and manga series of all time with an ever-expanding universe. Even after almost 27 years of mangas, we’re still nowhere near the end and there...
Whitebeard
There are a lot of loose ends in the world of One Piece and one of them is the true heritage and identity of the captain of Red Hair Pirates, Shanks. However, there is this one fan theory that might explain a lot about his heritage and the connection of the character with the World Government.
Whitebeard dropped a hint about Shanks’ heritage on their very first meeting
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is one of the most popular anime and manga series of all time with an ever-expanding universe. Even after almost 27 years of mangas, we’re still nowhere near the end and there...
- 2/21/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
One Piece is slowly coming to the end of its first arc from the Final Saga. The Egghead Island arc saw many different important things happening all over the world. While the Straw Hats were busy fighting Admiral Kizaru and Saint Jaygarcia Saturn, the Blackbeard Pirates were edging closer to the One Piece. Blackbeard defeated the Heart pirates and most likely took the Road Poneglyphs.
Then they attacked the Whole Cake Island and kidnapped Pudding due to her Poneglyph reading abilities. Even though One Piece chapter 1108 is yet to be released, the spoilers point at Marshall D. Teech planning another ambush on one of the Ancient Weapons. Their next target might be Shirahoshi, who happens to be Poseidon.
Blackbeard May Directly Challenge Monkey D. Luffy Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach
One Piece chapter 1108 spoilers revealed that two of the commanders from the Blackbeard Pirates, Catarina Devon, and Van Augur, have captured Caribou.
Then they attacked the Whole Cake Island and kidnapped Pudding due to her Poneglyph reading abilities. Even though One Piece chapter 1108 is yet to be released, the spoilers point at Marshall D. Teech planning another ambush on one of the Ancient Weapons. Their next target might be Shirahoshi, who happens to be Poseidon.
Blackbeard May Directly Challenge Monkey D. Luffy Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach
One Piece chapter 1108 spoilers revealed that two of the commanders from the Blackbeard Pirates, Catarina Devon, and Van Augur, have captured Caribou.
- 2/21/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
My Hero Academia is one of the most well-known and globally acclaimed anime and manga franchises in the world and has a gigantic fanbase scattered all around the globe. It has seen a sharp increase in viewership in the past few decades, and since Covid, has become a hub of entertainment for millions.
My Hero Academia, season 7
Anime has changed a lot over the years, and one of the foremost reasons for its popularity is the anime adaptation of My Hero Academia. The series was widely popular in the US, and since the announcement of its anime, many popular publishers, such as Crunchyroll, applied for its distributing rights, which managed to drop piracy around the world. However, despite this, Kohei Horikoshi’s series’s 6th season is the 5th most pirated in the world.
My Hero Academia’s 6th Season is the 5th Most Pirated anime show in the World...
My Hero Academia, season 7
Anime has changed a lot over the years, and one of the foremost reasons for its popularity is the anime adaptation of My Hero Academia. The series was widely popular in the US, and since the announcement of its anime, many popular publishers, such as Crunchyroll, applied for its distributing rights, which managed to drop piracy around the world. However, despite this, Kohei Horikoshi’s series’s 6th season is the 5th most pirated in the world.
My Hero Academia’s 6th Season is the 5th Most Pirated anime show in the World...
- 2/20/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
The conclusion of One Piece has been a topic of discussion for quite some time now, with the most important question being who will the Straw Hat Pirates face as their final enemy. The two most obvious responses to the question are Marshall D. Teach, the captain of Blackbeard Pirates, and Imu, the highest authority who is considered above the Five Elders.
Imu Sama
Many fans speculated that Blackbeard also being part of the race to attain the treasure of One Piece, he might not be the final villain and Luffy will ultimately face Imu sama in the end. But after the revelations in the recent chapter, this theory might change. One Piece chapter 1107 revealed the true goal of Blackbeard.
Since the goal of Blackbeard has been revealed, it can be said that he might be the final adversary in the story of One Piece because his ambition makes him much more terrifying than Imu.
Imu Sama
Many fans speculated that Blackbeard also being part of the race to attain the treasure of One Piece, he might not be the final villain and Luffy will ultimately face Imu sama in the end. But after the revelations in the recent chapter, this theory might change. One Piece chapter 1107 revealed the true goal of Blackbeard.
Since the goal of Blackbeard has been revealed, it can be said that he might be the final adversary in the story of One Piece because his ambition makes him much more terrifying than Imu.
- 2/20/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
It has been many years since Naruto ended, but fans are still not willing to move on from the past. Being an anime fan means creating many theories about your favorite characters, and one new theory has started to gain momentum among the Naruto community, which is based around Kakashi Hatake.
Kakashi Hatake
Kakashi, also known as the copy ninja, was one of the most prominent characters in the Naruto series; however, he faded away in the Boruto franchise. However, according to one popular theory, Kakashi Hatake could be getting his Sharingan back, making him reach the peak of his powers once again.
There is still a way for Kakashi to get his Sharingan back in Boruto
Crafting theories for your favorite characters is one of the best things you can do as an anime fan, and with Naruto being one of the biggest franchises in the world, it’s...
Kakashi Hatake
Kakashi, also known as the copy ninja, was one of the most prominent characters in the Naruto series; however, he faded away in the Boruto franchise. However, according to one popular theory, Kakashi Hatake could be getting his Sharingan back, making him reach the peak of his powers once again.
There is still a way for Kakashi to get his Sharingan back in Boruto
Crafting theories for your favorite characters is one of the best things you can do as an anime fan, and with Naruto being one of the biggest franchises in the world, it’s...
- 2/20/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
With One Piece hovering over its end, Eiichiro Oda is not holding back and is providing the audience with intense chapters. The world of One Piece is still a den of mysteries, despite the series being ongoing for two decades. Among the myriad unresolved mysteries, one such is how Blackbeard could use two devil fruits simultaneously, along with information about his race.
Blackbeard’s Dark-Dark Fruit from One Piece
It looks like we are ultimately starting to get more information as the latest One Piece chapters draw hints on Blackbeard’s lineage and point out him being a member of an extinct race that is very similar to Buccaneers in the latest One Piece chapter.
Blackbeard could be a member of an extinct race in One Piece
One of the numerous reasons why One Piece continues to surpass its rivals and is deemed the greatest anime and manga franchise of...
Blackbeard’s Dark-Dark Fruit from One Piece
It looks like we are ultimately starting to get more information as the latest One Piece chapters draw hints on Blackbeard’s lineage and point out him being a member of an extinct race that is very similar to Buccaneers in the latest One Piece chapter.
Blackbeard could be a member of an extinct race in One Piece
One of the numerous reasons why One Piece continues to surpass its rivals and is deemed the greatest anime and manga franchise of...
- 2/19/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is arguably the most renowned shonen anime series in anime history, as it was a part of “The Big Three” comprising Naruto and Bleach. Ever since the first episode of the anime was aired on television, it gained immense love from the viewers and fans of the manga. Even in 2024, the anime series continues to gain more and more viewers as they continue to tell the story of Monkey D. Luffy, and his Straw Pirate crew.
The Straw Hat Pirate Crew
The series has numerous strong points like its well-written characters, storyline, well-choreographed fight scenes, and most important of all its animation. However, an AI artist claimed that they could do the job better than the animators working in the show, until José B. Rebolledo, one of the animators of One Piece silenced him on social media.
One Piece Animator Silences an AI Artist on...
The Straw Hat Pirate Crew
The series has numerous strong points like its well-written characters, storyline, well-choreographed fight scenes, and most important of all its animation. However, an AI artist claimed that they could do the job better than the animators working in the show, until José B. Rebolledo, one of the animators of One Piece silenced him on social media.
One Piece Animator Silences an AI Artist on...
- 2/19/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The Mappa controversy has left a poor aftertaste for the fans with their animation. It had several anime under its contract, including Jujutsu Kaisen, which suffered badly. Even though several anime were in turmoil, Toei Animation maintained its position as one of the top animation studios with One Piece under its contract.
The fans have appreciated Toei Animation for the amazing work they did during the Wano arc, especially with the Raid on Onigashima. But the latest One Piece episode has a certain section of the fandom fuming with how lazy they have been lately. The fans were quite vocal with their concern and used various forums and social media platforms to address their issues with the latest episode.
One Piece Episode 1093 Has Earned A Bad Name For Toei Animation Toei Animation
Toei Animation is one of the oldest animation studios in Japan and likewise, they have been maintaining their standards since their inception.
The fans have appreciated Toei Animation for the amazing work they did during the Wano arc, especially with the Raid on Onigashima. But the latest One Piece episode has a certain section of the fandom fuming with how lazy they have been lately. The fans were quite vocal with their concern and used various forums and social media platforms to address their issues with the latest episode.
One Piece Episode 1093 Has Earned A Bad Name For Toei Animation Toei Animation
Toei Animation is one of the oldest animation studios in Japan and likewise, they have been maintaining their standards since their inception.
- 2/17/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
A man of many parts, from starring in Deadwood and Sexy Beast to MCing for Grace Jones, the artist also still known as Lovejoy is here to tell all
With a new film on the way, now is a good time to reflect on all things Ian McShane. He trained with Anthony Hopkins and John Hurt at Rada (living with the latter) and both McShane and Hurt’s first film was 1962 British romantic drama The Wild and the Willing.
Other career highlights on the big screen include a role as a bisexual drug dealer opposite Richard Burton in the classic 1971 crime drama Villain, crimelord Teddy Bass in 2000’s Sexy Beast with Ray Winstone and Ben Kingsley, Captain Hook in 2007’s Shrek the Third, Blackbeard in 2011’s Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides and has starred with Keanu Reeves in all four John Wick films.
With a new film on the way, now is a good time to reflect on all things Ian McShane. He trained with Anthony Hopkins and John Hurt at Rada (living with the latter) and both McShane and Hurt’s first film was 1962 British romantic drama The Wild and the Willing.
Other career highlights on the big screen include a role as a bisexual drug dealer opposite Richard Burton in the classic 1971 crime drama Villain, crimelord Teddy Bass in 2000’s Sexy Beast with Ray Winstone and Ben Kingsley, Captain Hook in 2007’s Shrek the Third, Blackbeard in 2011’s Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides and has starred with Keanu Reeves in all four John Wick films.
- 2/16/2024
- by Rich Pelley
- The Guardian - Film News
Jump Festa ’24 unveiled a special message from Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, hinting at the future of the Straw Hat Pirates.
Oda began his message by expressing his commitment to continuing his hard work on the manga, as well as addressed the challenging events many characters had faced in the series.
He then hinted at a destination where Luffy and his crew may be headed next, provided the crew can escape the Egghead island. He simply called the new destination as ‘That’ Island. However, Oda admitted to considering alternative routes but hinted that he might not be able to deter Luffy from ‘That’ route.
The hype didn’t end there, as Oda also disclosed a long-anticipated battle between two undisclosed characters, suggesting that the “outcome may lead to unexpected results”.
The full message can be read below:
I’ll keep working hard on the manga as well, but this past year,...
Oda began his message by expressing his commitment to continuing his hard work on the manga, as well as addressed the challenging events many characters had faced in the series.
He then hinted at a destination where Luffy and his crew may be headed next, provided the crew can escape the Egghead island. He simply called the new destination as ‘That’ Island. However, Oda admitted to considering alternative routes but hinted that he might not be able to deter Luffy from ‘That’ route.
The hype didn’t end there, as Oda also disclosed a long-anticipated battle between two undisclosed characters, suggesting that the “outcome may lead to unexpected results”.
The full message can be read below:
I’ll keep working hard on the manga as well, but this past year,...
- 12/18/2023
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
When Is One Piece Episode 1088 Coming? Well, the new episode of One Piece, which is 1088, is set to come out on December 2023 at 9:30 am Japan Standard Time. The last episode was full of action as the Blackbeard Pirates stormed Amazon Lily to snatch Boa Hancock’s special power, causing a lot of chaos.
A new group called the Seraphines was introduced, stirring up a lot of buzz among fans. Episode 1088 is likely to focus heavily on what’s happening on Amazon Lily, especially with the possible appearance of Rayleigh.
Additionally, the next episode might shed light on what the Straw Hats are up to and how they’re heading towards Egghead.
If you want to know more about Episode 1088 of One Piece, including the release date, a recap of the previous episode, and what to expect next, keep reading this article till the end.
When Is One Piece Episode 1088 Coming?...
A new group called the Seraphines was introduced, stirring up a lot of buzz among fans. Episode 1088 is likely to focus heavily on what’s happening on Amazon Lily, especially with the possible appearance of Rayleigh.
Additionally, the next episode might shed light on what the Straw Hats are up to and how they’re heading towards Egghead.
If you want to know more about Episode 1088 of One Piece, including the release date, a recap of the previous episode, and what to expect next, keep reading this article till the end.
When Is One Piece Episode 1088 Coming?...
- 12/18/2023
- by Om Prakash Kaushal
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
Jessica Chastain is one of the most influential actresses in Hollywood history, in a career spanning almost 25 years, she has won several awards including the prestigious Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. Jessica started her career with television shows and later started doing movies.
Jessica Chastain’s Career Over the Years Glamour
In 2012, Jessica was named in Time’s 100 Most Influential People in the World list, but it was a long journey, she faced a lot of difficulties in getting work earlier in her career and she got her first project in 2004 when she was signed for American mystery drama television series Veronica Mars.
Her debut role was loved by fans and then she went on to do similar kinds of roles in shows like Close to Home, Blackbeard, and Law & Order: Trial By Jury.
Her film debut came a decade after she started her...
Jessica Chastain’s Career Over the Years Glamour
In 2012, Jessica was named in Time’s 100 Most Influential People in the World list, but it was a long journey, she faced a lot of difficulties in getting work earlier in her career and she got her first project in 2004 when she was signed for American mystery drama television series Veronica Mars.
Her debut role was loved by fans and then she went on to do similar kinds of roles in shows like Close to Home, Blackbeard, and Law & Order: Trial By Jury.
Her film debut came a decade after she started her...
- 10/6/2023
- by Vishal
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
This post contains spoilers for the first three episodes of "Our Flag Means Death" season 2.
The second season of "Our Flag Means Death" has premiered on Max, and if you've watched, you know that one of the newcomers to the cast, Ruibo Qian, is playing someone who has a few run-ins with our beloved, Muppet-like pirates.
Qian also has something in common with the show's two leads — Rhys Darby, who plays Stede Bonnet, and Taika Waititi, who plays Blackbeard — in that her character, Zheng Yi Sao, is based on a real-life pirate who once sailed the seas.
Like the show's Blackbeard and Stede, however, Qian's Zheng Yi Sao differs from her real-life counterpart. "There's about a 100-years' time difference between Zheng Yi Sao and Blackbeard and Stede, so we're already inventing that they're all together in the same world," series creator David Jenkins told me an interview. "Zheng Yi Sao's...
The second season of "Our Flag Means Death" has premiered on Max, and if you've watched, you know that one of the newcomers to the cast, Ruibo Qian, is playing someone who has a few run-ins with our beloved, Muppet-like pirates.
Qian also has something in common with the show's two leads — Rhys Darby, who plays Stede Bonnet, and Taika Waititi, who plays Blackbeard — in that her character, Zheng Yi Sao, is based on a real-life pirate who once sailed the seas.
Like the show's Blackbeard and Stede, however, Qian's Zheng Yi Sao differs from her real-life counterpart. "There's about a 100-years' time difference between Zheng Yi Sao and Blackbeard and Stede, so we're already inventing that they're all together in the same world," series creator David Jenkins told me an interview. "Zheng Yi Sao's...
- 10/6/2023
- by Vanessa Armstrong
- Slash Film
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Set sail for the high seas! Max’s swashbuckling romantic comedy “Our Flag Means Death” returns for season 2 on Oct. 5, a year-and-a-half after season 1 wrapped.
The streaming service has debuted the new season’s first three episodes and will continue to release episodes two at a time every Thursday throughout the month of October.
Watch 'our flag means death' on max (via Prime Video)
If you want to catch all of the pirate action and quirky romance between Rhys Darby’s Stede Bonnet and Taika Waititi’s Edward Teach, Aka Blackbeard, you can sign up for Max’ 7-day free trial via Prime Video. Afterwards, the ad-free version of the streaming service goes for $15.99/Month.
Created by David Jenkins and executive produced/directed by Taika Waititi, “Our Flag Means Death...
Set sail for the high seas! Max’s swashbuckling romantic comedy “Our Flag Means Death” returns for season 2 on Oct. 5, a year-and-a-half after season 1 wrapped.
The streaming service has debuted the new season’s first three episodes and will continue to release episodes two at a time every Thursday throughout the month of October.
Watch 'our flag means death' on max (via Prime Video)
If you want to catch all of the pirate action and quirky romance between Rhys Darby’s Stede Bonnet and Taika Waititi’s Edward Teach, Aka Blackbeard, you can sign up for Max’ 7-day free trial via Prime Video. Afterwards, the ad-free version of the streaming service goes for $15.99/Month.
Created by David Jenkins and executive produced/directed by Taika Waititi, “Our Flag Means Death...
- 10/5/2023
- by Rudie Obias
- Variety Film + TV
Max has released the first Our Flag Means Death season two teaser trailer, and all I can say is it’s about damned time there’s some official news on the upcoming season.
Ofmd has an incredibly passionate fan base, and they’ve kept the series in the spotlight on Twitter since season one wrapped up on March 24, 2022. After announcing season two way back in June 2022 and keeping fans anxiously awaiting more of Stede Bonnet and Blackbeard, Max has now confirmed the second season will premiere on October 5, 2023 with the release of the first three episodes.
Two new episodes of the eight-episode season will arrive on Thursdays, with the season finale set for October 26.
Season two stars Rhys Darby as Stede Bonnet, Taiki Waititi as Captain Blackbeard, Samson Kayo as Oluwande, Vico Ortiz as Jim, Ewen Bremner as Buttons, Joel Fry as Frenchie, Matthew Maher as Black Pete, Kristian Nairn as Wee John Feeney,...
Ofmd has an incredibly passionate fan base, and they’ve kept the series in the spotlight on Twitter since season one wrapped up on March 24, 2022. After announcing season two way back in June 2022 and keeping fans anxiously awaiting more of Stede Bonnet and Blackbeard, Max has now confirmed the second season will premiere on October 5, 2023 with the release of the first three episodes.
Two new episodes of the eight-episode season will arrive on Thursdays, with the season finale set for October 26.
Season two stars Rhys Darby as Stede Bonnet, Taiki Waititi as Captain Blackbeard, Samson Kayo as Oluwande, Vico Ortiz as Jim, Ewen Bremner as Buttons, Joel Fry as Frenchie, Matthew Maher as Black Pete, Kristian Nairn as Wee John Feeney,...
- 8/30/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Reaction was swift and heartfelt to the news that actor Ray Stevenson, best known for his performances in Rrr, Thor, Vikings, Rome, Divergent and multiple Star Wars series, has died at 58.
Guardians of the Galaxy director DC co-ceo James Gunn wrote:
Damn. So sorry to hear about the passing, far too young, of Ray Stevenson. I only knew him a little from shooting post-credits of Thor 2 & a couple interactions at events, but we had some good laughs & he was a joy to work with. His friends & family are in my heart today.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings Of Power composer Bear McCreary wrote, “I’m shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Ray Stevenson. I was honored to write him a theme for his mesmerizingly unforgettable Blackbeard on #BlackSails. What a talent! #Rip“
For more remembrances, see below.
Damn. So sorry to hear about the passing,...
Guardians of the Galaxy director DC co-ceo James Gunn wrote:
Damn. So sorry to hear about the passing, far too young, of Ray Stevenson. I only knew him a little from shooting post-credits of Thor 2 & a couple interactions at events, but we had some good laughs & he was a joy to work with. His friends & family are in my heart today.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings Of Power composer Bear McCreary wrote, “I’m shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Ray Stevenson. I was honored to write him a theme for his mesmerizingly unforgettable Blackbeard on #BlackSails. What a talent! #Rip“
For more remembrances, see below.
Damn. So sorry to hear about the passing,...
- 5/22/2023
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Ray Stevenson was the kind of actor who could bring authenticity to any role, regardless of the historical period or fantasy world in which it took place. Whether he was portraying an Asgardian alongside Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe or starring as the Roman soldier Titus Pullo on HBO's "Rome," he brought a humanity to characters that otherwise might be hard to identify with. With his skills as a performer, rugged good looks, and penchant for looking fierce in period garb, it would seem like Stevenson would be a shoo-in to play one of the many characters on the hit HBO series "Game of Thrones," but it turns out that he had an opportunity to join the cast and turned it down.
In an interview with Movies.com (via Digital Spy) back in 2015, the late actor revealed that he had been offered a role on the series but decided not to take it,...
In an interview with Movies.com (via Digital Spy) back in 2015, the late actor revealed that he had been offered a role on the series but decided not to take it,...
- 5/22/2023
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
Ray Stevenson, the Irish actor who starred in films like “Punisher: War Zone,” “King Arthur,” the “Thor” films and shows like HBO’s “Rome” and the upcoming “Ahsoka” series,” died on Sunday in Italy, Variety has confirmed with his publicist. He was 58.
No cause of death was available. Italian media reported that he had been taken to a local hospital while on the island of Ischia.
Born in Northern Ireland on May 25, 1964, Stevenson began his career appearing on TV shows in the 1990s then began landing action roles in Hollywood films starting in the 2000s. His first major film role came in Antoine Fuqua’s 2004’s adventure movie “King Arthur,” where he played Dagonet, one of the Knights of the Round Table. In the film, his character sacrifices himself in battle to help Arthur (Clive Owen) and his brotherhood of warriors.
In 2008, Stevenson landed a starring role in the Marvel film,...
No cause of death was available. Italian media reported that he had been taken to a local hospital while on the island of Ischia.
Born in Northern Ireland on May 25, 1964, Stevenson began his career appearing on TV shows in the 1990s then began landing action roles in Hollywood films starting in the 2000s. His first major film role came in Antoine Fuqua’s 2004’s adventure movie “King Arthur,” where he played Dagonet, one of the Knights of the Round Table. In the film, his character sacrifices himself in battle to help Arthur (Clive Owen) and his brotherhood of warriors.
In 2008, Stevenson landed a starring role in the Marvel film,...
- 5/22/2023
- by Jordan Moreau
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Rrr and Thor franchise star Ray Stevenson is headlining Frank Ciota’s Cassino in Ischia, a feature which is being produced by Goodfellas and Casino‘s Barbara DeFina.
The pic is a Republic Pictures Acquisition which is being distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.
In the movie, three-time winner of “Best Yell in Action Film,” box office king and action star Nic Cassino (Stevenson) is knocked off his perch by the next generation of action heroes. In an attempt to revive his career, he travels to Italy to make the first ever “Neo-Realist” action film with down on their luck Italian directors. However, unresolved struggles with his family resurface and he is forced to reconcile all he left behind on his road to fame. Frank Ciota’s brother, Joseph Ciota, wrote the screenplay. The brothers previously collaborated on Stiffs and Ciao America.
Pic is produced by Isola Verde Films and DeFina Film Productions.
The pic is a Republic Pictures Acquisition which is being distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.
In the movie, three-time winner of “Best Yell in Action Film,” box office king and action star Nic Cassino (Stevenson) is knocked off his perch by the next generation of action heroes. In an attempt to revive his career, he travels to Italy to make the first ever “Neo-Realist” action film with down on their luck Italian directors. However, unresolved struggles with his family resurface and he is forced to reconcile all he left behind on his road to fame. Frank Ciota’s brother, Joseph Ciota, wrote the screenplay. The brothers previously collaborated on Stiffs and Ciao America.
Pic is produced by Isola Verde Films and DeFina Film Productions.
- 5/15/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Searchlight Pictures has released the trailer for Taika Waititi’s upcoming sports comedy-drama film, “Next Goal Wins.”
Based on directors Mike Brett and Steve Jamison’s 2014 documentary of the same name, “Next Goal Wins” follows the true story of unorthodox coach Thomas Rongen (Michael Fassbender) as he attempts to turn the American Samoa national soccer team into champions. The film takes place after the soccer team’s infamous 31-0 FIFA loss in 2001.
Along with Fassbender, the film stars Elisabeth Moss, Will Arnett, Uli Latukefu, Rhys Darby, Oscar Kightley, David Fane, Lehi Falepapalangi, Semu Filipo, Rachel House, Angus Sampson, Frankie Adams, Beulah Koale, Sisa Grey, Russell Satele, Karim Benz, and Chris Aloso. Variety exclusively reported in Nov. 2019 that Kaimana, a fa’afafine non-binary actor, will portray Jaiyah Saelua, the first non-binary player to compete in a men’s FIFA World Cup qualifier.
“It was vital,” Waititi told Variety about casting a non-binary actor for the role.
Based on directors Mike Brett and Steve Jamison’s 2014 documentary of the same name, “Next Goal Wins” follows the true story of unorthodox coach Thomas Rongen (Michael Fassbender) as he attempts to turn the American Samoa national soccer team into champions. The film takes place after the soccer team’s infamous 31-0 FIFA loss in 2001.
Along with Fassbender, the film stars Elisabeth Moss, Will Arnett, Uli Latukefu, Rhys Darby, Oscar Kightley, David Fane, Lehi Falepapalangi, Semu Filipo, Rachel House, Angus Sampson, Frankie Adams, Beulah Koale, Sisa Grey, Russell Satele, Karim Benz, and Chris Aloso. Variety exclusively reported in Nov. 2019 that Kaimana, a fa’afafine non-binary actor, will portray Jaiyah Saelua, the first non-binary player to compete in a men’s FIFA World Cup qualifier.
“It was vital,” Waititi told Variety about casting a non-binary actor for the role.
- 4/26/2023
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
SXSW’s documentary program has fast become one of the Film & TV Festival’s most exciting strands, and this year is no exception. Once again boasting an eclectic lineup that showcases a bevy of fascinating true-life tales from around the world, the docs class of 2023 is definitely one to keep an eye on.
This year’s roster sees a number of bold new voices and celebrated documentarians tackling a broad range of topics: from the perilous rise to fame of an Afghan sporting superstar to the daring performance art of a Russian queer icon; from the legendary creator of the first Black Barbie to Captain James T. Kirk himself.
We’ve picked out a handful of documentary highlights from SXSW 2023 that are sure to get festivalgoers talking and that, hopefully, will be popping up in theatres and on streaming platforms later this year…
Credit: Blackbeard Media Riders on the Storm...
This year’s roster sees a number of bold new voices and celebrated documentarians tackling a broad range of topics: from the perilous rise to fame of an Afghan sporting superstar to the daring performance art of a Russian queer icon; from the legendary creator of the first Black Barbie to Captain James T. Kirk himself.
We’ve picked out a handful of documentary highlights from SXSW 2023 that are sure to get festivalgoers talking and that, hopefully, will be popping up in theatres and on streaming platforms later this year…
Credit: Blackbeard Media Riders on the Storm...
- 3/11/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
[This story includes spoilers for season three of Netflix’s Outer Banks.]
The Pogues finally ended up with their treasure — but, of course, it came with a price.
Outer Banks’ third season, currently streaming on Netflix, concludes a three-season focus on retrieving the gold lost from the sunken ship known as the Royal Merchant. The twists and turns for the Pogues — including John B. (Chase Stokes), Sarah Cameron (Madelyn Cline), JJ (Rudy Pankow), Pope (Jonathan Daviss), Kiara (Madison Bailey) and Cleo (Carlacia Grant) — culminated in the deaths of Sarah’s dad, Ward (Charles Esten), and John B.’s dad, Big John (Charles Halford), after the friends finally thwarted crime kingpin Carlos Singh (Andy McQueen) and located El Dorado.
During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, series co-creators Josh Pate, Jonas Pate and Shannon Burke discuss saying goodbye to the two patriarchs; balancing the fan-favorite love triangles, including Sarah spending time with ex Topper (Austin North); what Ward’s...
The Pogues finally ended up with their treasure — but, of course, it came with a price.
Outer Banks’ third season, currently streaming on Netflix, concludes a three-season focus on retrieving the gold lost from the sunken ship known as the Royal Merchant. The twists and turns for the Pogues — including John B. (Chase Stokes), Sarah Cameron (Madelyn Cline), JJ (Rudy Pankow), Pope (Jonathan Daviss), Kiara (Madison Bailey) and Cleo (Carlacia Grant) — culminated in the deaths of Sarah’s dad, Ward (Charles Esten), and John B.’s dad, Big John (Charles Halford), after the friends finally thwarted crime kingpin Carlos Singh (Andy McQueen) and located El Dorado.
During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, series co-creators Josh Pate, Jonas Pate and Shannon Burke discuss saying goodbye to the two patriarchs; balancing the fan-favorite love triangles, including Sarah spending time with ex Topper (Austin North); what Ward’s...
- 3/2/2023
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix viewers have been left blindsided by a revelation in its latest chart-topping series.
Subscribers have been watching the teen adventure show Outer Banks in their millions since the release of the third season on 23 February.
The show, created by Josh Pate, Jonas Pate, and Shannon Burke , is set in North Carolina, following two groups of teenagers as they hunt for lost treaure.
While fans have been left entertained by the acclaimed new episodes, they’re expressing disbelief over a plot twist too far.
In the final episode, the group are approached by man who is impressed with their treasure hunting skills, and offers them a captain’s log he’d like them to investigate.
“I need partners and you were all first on my list,” the mysterious figure tells them.
When asked who the book, and the treasure they’d be hunting, belonged to, the man responds: “Edward Teach.
Subscribers have been watching the teen adventure show Outer Banks in their millions since the release of the third season on 23 February.
The show, created by Josh Pate, Jonas Pate, and Shannon Burke , is set in North Carolina, following two groups of teenagers as they hunt for lost treaure.
While fans have been left entertained by the acclaimed new episodes, they’re expressing disbelief over a plot twist too far.
In the final episode, the group are approached by man who is impressed with their treasure hunting skills, and offers them a captain’s log he’d like them to investigate.
“I need partners and you were all first on my list,” the mysterious figure tells them.
When asked who the book, and the treasure they’d be hunting, belonged to, the man responds: “Edward Teach.
- 3/1/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
This article contains spoilers for Outer Banks season 3.
Outer Banks season 3 scales up, branches out, and brings real-world mythos into its action-adventure drama. What started as a small local mystery in season one expands to an international hunt for a mythical treasure in the show’s latest season. After escaping from the Camerons and losing Denmark Tanny’s golden cross, the Pogues, including newcomer Cleo, wind up stranded on a deserted island they lovingly dubbed Poguelandia. When they’re rescued weeks later, they find themselves in the crosshairs of yet another rich man on the hunt for somebody else’s loot. Carlos Singh (Andy McQueen) is looking for the legendary city of gold, El Dorado, and he thinks the Pogues can lead him to it with Tanny’s diary.
Big John is reunited with John B in Barbados, and Singh is on their trail. They return with the Pogues to the Obx,...
Outer Banks season 3 scales up, branches out, and brings real-world mythos into its action-adventure drama. What started as a small local mystery in season one expands to an international hunt for a mythical treasure in the show’s latest season. After escaping from the Camerons and losing Denmark Tanny’s golden cross, the Pogues, including newcomer Cleo, wind up stranded on a deserted island they lovingly dubbed Poguelandia. When they’re rescued weeks later, they find themselves in the crosshairs of yet another rich man on the hunt for somebody else’s loot. Carlos Singh (Andy McQueen) is looking for the legendary city of gold, El Dorado, and he thinks the Pogues can lead him to it with Tanny’s diary.
Big John is reunited with John B in Barbados, and Singh is on their trail. They return with the Pogues to the Obx,...
- 2/28/2023
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
When Warner Brothers Discovery started eviscerating so much wonderful programming on HBO Max, there was a great deal of worry that "Our Flag Means Death" would likely be on the chopping block. But just like the Gentleman Pirate, in spite of every danger thrown its way, the series lives on to sail another day with a second season currently in development.
"Our Flag Means Death" is a hilarious showcase for comedian Rhys Darby, who brings a delightful amount of heart, flair, and, of course, humor to the swashbuckling period comedy about Steve Bonnet, a wealthy Englishman who ultimately chooses piracy during a mid-life crisis. Along with his crew of lovable Queer misfits, the Gentleman Pirate gets into sorts of misadventures on the high seas.
The series features an all-star ensemble with Nathan Foad, Joel Fry, Gus Khan, Matthew Maher, Kristian Nairn, Con O'Neill, and Vico Ortiz, in addition to a slew of guest stars.
"Our Flag Means Death" is a hilarious showcase for comedian Rhys Darby, who brings a delightful amount of heart, flair, and, of course, humor to the swashbuckling period comedy about Steve Bonnet, a wealthy Englishman who ultimately chooses piracy during a mid-life crisis. Along with his crew of lovable Queer misfits, the Gentleman Pirate gets into sorts of misadventures on the high seas.
The series features an all-star ensemble with Nathan Foad, Joel Fry, Gus Khan, Matthew Maher, Kristian Nairn, Con O'Neill, and Vico Ortiz, in addition to a slew of guest stars.
- 9/2/2022
- by Matthew Bilodeau
- Slash Film
In its finale in January, “Yellowjackets” posed a terrifying question: Who the fuck is Lottie Matthews? And now, Showtime has an answer. With Season 2 of the show starting production later this month in Vancouver, the network announced that adult Lottie will be played by Simone Kessell, who recently starred as Princess Leia’s mother Breha Organa in “Obi-Wan Kenobi” and as the mother of Blackbeard (Taika Waititi) on “Our Flag Means Death.”
Lottie, who is played as a teenager by Courtney Eaton, emerged as the central antagonist of the show in the first season of “Yellowjackets.” A rich kid whose parents furnished her soccer team with a private plane in order for the Yellowjackets to travel to nationals, Lottie had been forced to go off her anti-psychotic medication after that plane crashed in the wilderness, where the show’s 1996 timeline is set. In its 2021 timeline, the only adult survivors we...
Lottie, who is played as a teenager by Courtney Eaton, emerged as the central antagonist of the show in the first season of “Yellowjackets.” A rich kid whose parents furnished her soccer team with a private plane in order for the Yellowjackets to travel to nationals, Lottie had been forced to go off her anti-psychotic medication after that plane crashed in the wilderness, where the show’s 1996 timeline is set. In its 2021 timeline, the only adult survivors we...
- 8/17/2022
- by Kate Aurthur
- Variety Film + TV
“I’ve mostly been working in film, and I’ve realized TV is harder,” confesses makeup artist Nancy Vincent about her work on the pirate comedy “Our Flag Means Death.” For our recent webchat she continues, “It’s a lot faster. We were trying to make a feature film that lasts 30 minutes 10 times in a row with no breaks. It’s rolling and prepping and shooting all at the same time. The most important thing for me was having an amazing team.” Watch the exclusive video interview above.
“Our Flag Means Death” tells the tale of Stede Bonnet (Rhys Darby), an aristocrat who abandons his family to pursue the life of a pirate on the high seas. In the series, Oscar-winning screenwriter Taika Waititi plays infamous pirate Blackbeard. Vincent explains, “Stede’s so clueless about the whole pirating thing. He’s not trying to fake it. He just doesn’t know what’s going on.
“Our Flag Means Death” tells the tale of Stede Bonnet (Rhys Darby), an aristocrat who abandons his family to pursue the life of a pirate on the high seas. In the series, Oscar-winning screenwriter Taika Waititi plays infamous pirate Blackbeard. Vincent explains, “Stede’s so clueless about the whole pirating thing. He’s not trying to fake it. He just doesn’t know what’s going on.
- 5/18/2022
- by Matt Noble
- Gold Derby
“Who doesn’t want to be a pirate?”
Rhys Darby certainly does, but not just any pirate. In the new HBO Max series Our Flag Means Death, the comedian immediately recognizable from Jumanji: The Next Level, What We Do in the Shadows, Flight of the Conchords, and so many more roles, assumes the mantle of real-life “gentleman pirate” Stede Bonnet.
Premiering March 3 with three episodes, Our Flag Means Death was created by David Jenkins (People of Earth), and co-created by Taika Waititi, who also co-stars as the dread pirate Blackbeard. More Muppets Treasure Island than Black Sails, the 10-episode first season is about a pirate out of his depth — something Darby says is like some of his other characters, such as Murray from Conchords.
And although the New Zealand actor says he isn’t fancy like the 18th-Century Stede was, he does think there is a relatability to the gentleman pirate.
Rhys Darby certainly does, but not just any pirate. In the new HBO Max series Our Flag Means Death, the comedian immediately recognizable from Jumanji: The Next Level, What We Do in the Shadows, Flight of the Conchords, and so many more roles, assumes the mantle of real-life “gentleman pirate” Stede Bonnet.
Premiering March 3 with three episodes, Our Flag Means Death was created by David Jenkins (People of Earth), and co-created by Taika Waititi, who also co-stars as the dread pirate Blackbeard. More Muppets Treasure Island than Black Sails, the 10-episode first season is about a pirate out of his depth — something Darby says is like some of his other characters, such as Murray from Conchords.
And although the New Zealand actor says he isn’t fancy like the 18th-Century Stede was, he does think there is a relatability to the gentleman pirate.
- 3/2/2022
- by Aaron Sagers
- Den of Geek
This weekly feature is in addition to TVLine’s daily What to Watch listings and monthly guide to What’s on Streaming.
With nearly 500 scripted shows now airing across broadcast, cable and streaming, it’s easy to forget that a favorite comedy is returning, or that the new “prestige drama” you anticipated is about to debut. So consider this our reminder to set your DVR, order a Season Pass, pop a fresh Memorex into the Vcr… however it is you roll.
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With nearly 500 scripted shows now airing across broadcast, cable and streaming, it’s easy to forget that a favorite comedy is returning, or that the new “prestige drama” you anticipated is about to debut. So consider this our reminder to set your DVR, order a Season Pass, pop a fresh Memorex into the Vcr… however it is you roll.
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- 2/26/2022
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Do ya really wanna, do ya really wanna taste some more? Good, because HBO Max’s Peacemaker is reloading for a second season.
The John Cena-starring series’ Season 2 renewal was announced on Wednesday, just hours before its freshman finale premieres on HBO Max.
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Series creator James Gunn will direct and write all episodes for Season 2.
“Creating Peacemaker...
The John Cena-starring series’ Season 2 renewal was announced on Wednesday, just hours before its freshman finale premieres on HBO Max.
More from TVLinePeacemaker Boss James Gunn Reveals Marvel's (!) Big Role in Finale TwistAnd Just Like That...: Here's What's Holding Up That Season 2 RenewalOur Flag Means Death: Taika Waititi's Blackbeard Teaches Pirate Lessons in New Trailer -- Plus, Get Premiere Date
Series creator James Gunn will direct and write all episodes for Season 2.
“Creating Peacemaker...
- 2/16/2022
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
When it comes to And Just Like That… returning for a second season, the ball is… not in HBO Max’s court?
Asked why the hugely successful Sex and the City revival, which wrapped its inaugural season two weeks ago, has yet to be renewed, HBO and HBO Max’s Chief Content Officer Casey Bloys tells TVLine that he’s waiting on showrunner/EP Michael Patrick King and leading lady/EP Sarah Jessica Parker to make the call.
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Asked why the hugely successful Sex and the City revival, which wrapped its inaugural season two weeks ago, has yet to be renewed, HBO and HBO Max’s Chief Content Officer Casey Bloys tells TVLine that he’s waiting on showrunner/EP Michael Patrick King and leading lady/EP Sarah Jessica Parker to make the call.
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- 2/16/2022
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
Ever wish you were a pirate? One refined gentleman gets to live out that fantasy in the new HBO Max comedy Our Flag Means Death.
The series will debut Thursday, March 3 with the first three episodes, TVLine has learned, and HBO Max also released a new trailer on Wednesday, which you can watch above. In it, Flight of the Conchords alum Rhys Darby stars as Stede Bonnet, an 18th Century gentleman who ditches his comfortable lifestyle to be a swashbuckling buccaneer. “Instead of killing with weapons,” he declares, he will “kill with kindness!” Yeah, we don’t think this is...
The series will debut Thursday, March 3 with the first three episodes, TVLine has learned, and HBO Max also released a new trailer on Wednesday, which you can watch above. In it, Flight of the Conchords alum Rhys Darby stars as Stede Bonnet, an 18th Century gentleman who ditches his comfortable lifestyle to be a swashbuckling buccaneer. “Instead of killing with weapons,” he declares, he will “kill with kindness!” Yeah, we don’t think this is...
- 2/16/2022
- by Dave Nemetz
- TVLine.com
Enjoy Taika Waititi’s Blackbeard as a swaggering celebrity pirate and Rhys Darby (“Flight of the Concords”) the hilariously ineffective “gentleman pirate” in the full length trailer for HBO Max’s “Our Flag Means Death,” which dropped on Wednesday. HBO Max also announced that the first three episodes will debut on Thursday, March 3.
The 10-episode series is from David Jenkins and Waititi, who executive produces in addition to swordfighting and rocking head to toe leather as the infamous pirate. He also directed the pilot.
Darby’s pirate Stede Bonnet, who aims to “kill with kindness” and defeat his enemies by outdressing them, is based very loosely on the real adventures of a wealthy 18th century landowner who left his comfortable estate to sail the high seas.
On board the Revenge with a potentially mutinous crew, Stede is the kind of pirate who thoughtfully replaces the books he steals with ones he’s already read.
The 10-episode series is from David Jenkins and Waititi, who executive produces in addition to swordfighting and rocking head to toe leather as the infamous pirate. He also directed the pilot.
Darby’s pirate Stede Bonnet, who aims to “kill with kindness” and defeat his enemies by outdressing them, is based very loosely on the real adventures of a wealthy 18th century landowner who left his comfortable estate to sail the high seas.
On board the Revenge with a potentially mutinous crew, Stede is the kind of pirate who thoughtfully replaces the books he steals with ones he’s already read.
- 2/16/2022
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
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