Stranger Things is stirring up excitement as it teases Vecna’s ominous plans ahead of the second part of season 5. Meanwhile, the animated spinoff, Tales From ’85, is hinting at its intriguing place within the Hawkins timeline. Plus, get ready for what’s bubbling up in Fallout season 2. Spoilers ahead!
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Wraps Up Filming
The excitement is palpable as filming has officially concluded on Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Director Destin Daniel Cretton described this venture as “the most rewarding I’ve ever been a part of.” Imagine the thrill of being involved in a project where youthful heroes swing into action and where every day presents a new challenge and creative opportunity!
Spaceballs 2: A Dream Come True for Lewis Pullman
Lewis Pullman can’t contain his joy about filming Spaceballs 2, calling the experience “a dream come true.” He reflected, “Every day was such a trip. It felt like a bizarre simulation.” This feeling of surreal joy is something many actors strive for in their careers. If only every experience could feel like a dream come true!
It was a dream come true. We just wrapped, and every day was such a trip. I felt like a bizarre simulation. I couldn’t believe my luck.
[Deadline]
Updates on The Creep Tapes
In an engaging interaction on Twitter, Mark Duplass confirmed that two episodes of The Creep Tapes’ third season have already been filmed. Fans will surely be looking forward to what chilling tales are coming up!
Stranger Things: A New Chapter
In the latest clip from Stranger Things, “Mr. Whatsit” is seen gathering his eleven kids for a fresh adventure. The stakes are high, as he warns them with a simple but effective rule: don’t wander off into the woods. It’s a classic moment that perfectly captures the eerie essence of Hawkins and the shadowy threats lurking just beyond the trees.
mr whatsit demands one simple rule: don’t venture out to the woods pic.twitter.com/nsKl0wPsdd
— sƃuᴉɥʇ ɹǝƃuɐɹʇs (@Stranger_Things) December 21, 2025
Tales From ’85: Connecting the Dots
Switching gears back to Stranger Things, showrunner Eric Robles of the animated spinoff, Tales From ’85, shared his method for fitting the new series into the established timeline of Hawkins. He mentioned dissecting the original show to spot any gaps, and he uncovered a few nuggets of inspiration along the way.
I dissected the show, looking for any loopholes. I found a few of them… and then I found this one idea that I was just like, oh shit! I think that’s it.
[It’s] Hawkins Lab science meets Upside Down matter… There’s a chain reaction to the creatures that are in our world and the things that are popping up.
[EW]
Fallout: New Adventures Await
Finally, Amazon has just shared an exhilarating “this season on…” trailer for Fallout season two, teasing fans about the exciting adventures and chaotic moments coming this season. The blend of adventure and humor keeps the series alive, offering something for everyone.
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