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Josh Holloway's Lost Follow-Up Was A Quickly Forgotten Sci-Fi Series

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:17:00 +0000

The main cast of "Lost" had a promising future, thanks to the series' success, but few projects could deliver the same intrigue "Lost" did.

Star Trek: All 5 Captain Kirk Actors, Ranked

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Captain Kirk first appeared on TV in the '60s as one of the most iconic roles in "Star Trek," so it can't be easy for anyone to sit in that Captain's chair.

A Beloved Disney Voice Actor Also Co-Invented The First Artificial Heart

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Even when actors go on to be successful, they have their hobbies, but few actors dabble in medicine on the side and have a hand in such a medical breakthrough.

Why Star Wars' Lightsabers Are More Than Just Weapons, Explained

staff@bgr.com (Christian Wait) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:17:00 +0000

One of the coolest weapons in all of science fiction is the lightsaber, the weapon of a Jedi, a weapon that every boy wants the moment they see it in action.

Roku Is Adding 4 New Free Channels In June 2026

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:47:00 +0000

Love sports? The Roku Channel is bolstering its lineup of sports content with a diverse offering of four new channels with a little something for everyone.

Idris Elba's Role In This Obscure '90s Sci-Fi Series Is Genuinely Baffling

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Idris Elba has had an extensive career, spanning multiple franchises, including the Marvel Cinematic Universe, "Sonic the Hedgehog," and "Fast and Furious."

Chris Evans' Acclaimed 2013 Sci-Fi Movie Became An Underrated TV Show

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:17:00 +0000

This dystopian sci-fi movie starring Chris Evans was widely acclaimed, but its offshoot TV show version has gone on to be wildly underrated.

One Of George Clooney's First Roles Was On A Failed Sci-Fi Motorcycle Series

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:17:00 +0000

George Clooney made a name for himself in the medical drama "ER," before he went off to be Batman and then lead the "Ocean's Eleven" trilogy.

Apple TV+'s Widow's Bay Is The Perfect Horror-Comedy For Midnight Mass And Stephen King Fans

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:17:00 +0000

"Widow's Bay" is the series that should get Katie Dippold the recognition she deserves, despite working on "Parks and Recreation" and 2016's "Ghostbusters."

Why Your Smart TV Doesn't Have DisplayPorts (And Probably Never Will)

staff@bgr.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 02:17:00 +0000

The latest iteration of DisplayPort blows the commonly used HDMI 2.1 out of the water - so why isn't it the norm on smart TVs? There are a couple reasons.

5 Unresolved X-Files Storylines We Hope Ryan Coogler's Reboot Actually Answers

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:17:00 +0000

There's no confirmed release date yet, but Ryan Coogler is rebooting "The X-Files," and there is so much material for him to explore and even revisit.

4 Ways You Can Use Apple TV Free For A Limited Time

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:47:00 +0000

Want to try out Apple TV but aren't sure if there's anything for you? There's actually a number of ways to get a free trial if you want to try it out first.

5 Near-Perfect Netflix True Crime Shows You'll Devour In Hours

staff@bgr.com (Yoni Heisler) — Sun, 31 May 2026 11:17:00 +0000

If you're on a true crime kick and looking for your next obsession, consider checking out these nearly perfect true crime shows on Netflix.

Why A Star Trek Episode Was Banned In Germany For Three Decades

staff@bgr.com (Talia Roepel) — Sat, 30 May 2026 14:17:00 +0000

"Star Trek" often looked at important topics through a sci-fi lens, but this season 2 episode was just too much for German censors back in 1968.

Which Star Trek Ship Is The Franchise's Most Powerful?

staff@bgr.com (Alan Bradley) — Sat, 30 May 2026 11:17:00 +0000

The "Star Trek" franchise has introduced over 50 different types of ships for the main characters to interact with, some more threatening than others.

This Dystopian HBO Sci-Fi Miniseries Flew Under The Radar Despite Critical Praise

staff@bgr.com (Vic Hood) — Fri, 29 May 2026 14:17:00 +0000

From the mastermind behind "Doctor Who" is this stunning dystopian nightmare that you may have missed. Find out which sci-fi drama deserves your full attention.

Disney Almost Rebooted This Beloved '90s Cartoon

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Thu, 28 May 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Somebody tell Disney to remake its entire line up of classic '90s cartoons like "Darkwing Duck" and "Tale Spin," and there will be a lot of happy millennials.

Yellowstone's Lawless 'Train Station' Is Based On A Real Region In The American West

staff@bgr.com (Vic Hood) — Thu, 28 May 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Think the perfect crime zone only exists on a Paramount script? Think again. Meet the real geographical loophole that inspired television's favorite body dump.

The Conjuring's Vera Farmiga Starred In An Apple TV Miniseries That Flew Under The Radar

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Wed, 27 May 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Apple TV+ has some of the best original shows seen on a streaming platform, including "Ted Lasso," "Foundation," and its own medical drama based on real events.

Star Trek's William Shatner Created And Starred In This Underseen '90s Sci-Fi Show

staff@bgr.com (Vic Hood) — Wed, 27 May 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Every Star Trek fan knows how incredibly talented Will Shatner is, but only a handful had the chance to watch his sci-fi show that aired in 1994.