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TV, MacGruber, snl, Will Forte

Will Forte’s MacGruber Goes Full QAnon Shaman on ‘SNL’ Return

Will Forte goes full QAnon Shaman on MacGruber

MacGruber's alpha male posturing has only become more prescient and incisive as the years go on.

The post Will Forte’s MacGruber Goes Full QAnon Shaman on ‘SNL’ Return first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, Knives Out, Knives Out 2, things we saw today

Things We Saw Today: ‘Knives Out 2’ Coming to Netflix in 2022

knives out cast

Mystery lovers rejoice! Rian Johnson's highly anticipated follow-up to 2019's Knives Out is set to be released this fall on Netflix and in theaters simultaneously.

The post Things We Saw Today: ‘Knives Out 2’ Coming to Netflix in 2022 first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, John Cena, Peacemaker (series), Robert Patrick

What Does the Upside Down Flag in ‘Peacemaker’ Mean?

Robert Patrick and John Cena in 'Peacemaker'

When Peacemaker and Vigilante pull up to Auggie's house, Vigilante clocks the upside-down American flag.

The post What Does the Upside Down Flag in ‘Peacemaker’ Mean? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Echo Kellum, Grand Crew, Nicole Byer

NBC’s ‘Grand Crew’ Is the Funniest Show You’re Not Watching

Justin Cunningham, Nicole Byer, Echo Kellum, Grasie Mercedes, Carl Tart, and Aaron Jennings in 'Grand Crew'

Grand Crew is currently airing on NBC and Hulu.

The post NBC’s ‘Grand Crew’ Is the Funniest Show You’re Not Watching first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Ahsoka, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Star Wars (franchise)

Mary Elizabeth Winstead Joins Star Wars ‘Ahsoka’ Series on Disney+

Mary Elizabeth Winstead in Netflix's Kate trailer.

Who should Mary Elizabeth Winstead play in 'Ahsoka'?

The post Mary Elizabeth Winstead Joins Star Wars ‘Ahsoka’ Series on Disney+ first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Bruce Wayne, Matt Reeves, The Batman (Movie)

The Batman’s Lengthy Runtime Is for Me and Me Alone

Batman and Catwoman posing in the sun in the new trailer for The Batman

Outside of the side remarks about movies being too long or fans being mad because other Batman movies were shorter, I think this is cool news and shows me that Warner Bros. clearly trusts Reeves and The Batman to have that big of a runtime to give this story justice.

The post The Batman’s Lengthy Runtime Is for Me and Me Alone first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV

Yellowjackets’ Popularity Is So Exciting, on So Many Levels

Four women stand side by side posing for a camera, wearing fancy dresses, in a scene from Yellowjackets

Now that Yellowjackets has wrapped its first season, Showtime has been sharing some of its ratings numbers for the show and they are out of this world.

The post Yellowjackets’ Popularity Is So Exciting, on So Many Levels first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, Charisma Carpenter, Joss Whedon, Ray Fisher

Things We Saw Today: Charisma Carpenter, Ray Fisher Respond to Joss Whedon Profile

Charisma Carpenter and Ray Fisher

Ray Fisher and Charisma Carpenter both responded to New York Magazine's wild Joss Whedon profile with support for one another.

The post Things We Saw Today: Charisma Carpenter, Ray Fisher Respond to Joss Whedon Profile first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Eternals, Lia McHugh, Sprite

INTERVIEW: Marvel’s Eternals’ Lia McHugh on Sprite, Memes, and More

Lia McHugh as Sprite in cool glasses in Eternals

Catch Lia McHugh as Sprite in Eternals. Eternals is now available on Digital and will be available on 4K, Blu-ray and DVD February 15.

The post INTERVIEW: Marvel’s Eternals’ Lia McHugh on Sprite, Memes, and More first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Christopher Meloni, Law and Order: SVU, Mariska Hargitay

Will Stabler and Benson Finally Get Together on Law and Order: SVU?

Christopher Meloni and Mariska Hargitay as Benson and Stabler our cool mom/older sister's otp

"The energy's there," she said. "Olivia's been in love with him for many a year."

The post Will Stabler and Benson Finally Get Together on Law and Order: SVU? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Squid Game, the universe

A ‘Squid Game’ Universe Is Coming, But I’m All Universed Out, Thanks

Squid Game guard in focus with the about to die contestants in the background

Netflix announced that a 'Squid Game' universe was in the works, but not every piece of art needs an expanded universe.

The post A ‘Squid Game’ Universe Is Coming, But I’m All Universed Out, Thanks first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, DIY, tiktok, trans representation

Why TikTok Users Are Flocking to the Trans Handy Ma’am for DIY Repairs

Mercury Stardust a.k.a. The Trans Handy Ma'am next to trans flag and TikTok logo. (Image: Mercury Stardust, TikTok, and Alyssa Shotwell.)

My introduction to Stardust was due to my partner sharing a video of Stardust begging people not to use Drano to fix clogged drains. As someone with thick curly hair, I'm a Drano-fiend and was really taken aback until she explained why. 

The post Why TikTok Users Are Flocking to the Trans Handy Ma’am for DIY Repairs first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, Mitch McConnell, racism, voter suppression

Mitch McConnell Talks About “Americans” & “African Americans” as if They’re Mutually Exclusive

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) speaks during a press conference

This should not have to be said but McConnell has made it necessary: "African American voters" and "American" voters are not two distinct groups.

The post Mitch McConnell Talks About “Americans” & “African Americans” as if They’re Mutually Exclusive first appeared on The Mary Sue.
AMP Featured, TV, anime, CrunchyRoll, Funimation

Here’s The Winter 2022 Anime We’ve Checked Out So Far

Winter Anime 2022 (1)

Winter anime season is alive and well in 2022, meaning that there's a large lineup of new series and returning series to watch.

The post Here’s The Winter 2022 Anime We’ve Checked Out So Far first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Disney, Eternals, Marvel Entertainment

Is Eternals 2 on the Way? Here’s What We Know

Ikaris and Sersi share an embrace in Marvel's Eternals.

Despite the original film's mixed reception, an Eternals sequel is totally possible. Here's what we know so far, according to cast and crew interviews.

The post Is Eternals 2 on the Way? Here’s What We Know first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, Jessica Chastain

Jessica Chastain Shared How Important Planned Parenthood Was for Her

Jessica Chastain wears a pink feathered robe and full makeup lying in bed, looking angry as Tammy Faye Bakker in 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye'

Chastain's upbringing wasn't perfect and her sharing this story helped her fans understand her better and kudos to Chastain for sharing her support.

The post Jessica Chastain Shared How Important Planned Parenthood Was for Her first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Hide From Homepage, Lord of the Rings, the lord of the rings: the rings of power

What Are “The Rings of Power” in the Lord of the Rings?

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power logo on Amazon Prime Video

Newcomers to Tolkien’s epic fantasy world might wonder - “What are the Rings of Power? I thought Frodo just destroyed one!” Whereas longtime fans of Tolkien’s books and films might be curious as to how the rings will come into play during the series. Regardless of where you land on the fan to casual observer spectrum, we’ve got answers and theories for you!

The post What Are “The Rings of Power” in the Lord of the Rings? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
AMP Featured, TV, And Just Like That…, Sex and the City

Who Is Carrie’s Young New Downstairs Neighbor on And Just Like That…?

Carrie Bradshaw living through an awkward moment

There have been a lot of shake-ups and changes in Carrie Bradshaw's world during the divisive Sex and the City spin-off/reboot, And Just Like That. Among the more pleasant of them is meeting Carrie's new downstairs neighbor. 

The post Who Is Carrie’s Young New Downstairs Neighbor on And Just Like That…? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, Twitter, Twitter memes

Everyone Has Jokes for How the 4 Covid Test Limit Would Work for Fictional Characters

Avengers walking towards Clint's house in Age of Ultron

Again, we're laughing through the pain.

The post Everyone Has Jokes for How the 4 Covid Test Limit Would Work for Fictional Characters first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, candy, inclusivity, M&Ms, Mars Inc.

Mars, Incorporated Accused of Slut-shaming Because They’ve Taken Away the Green M&M’s ”Step on Me” Boots

M&Ms characters

In an attempt to be more inclusive, Mars, Incorporated has given their M&M mascots makeovers, leading to fan outcry about the green M&M losing her boots.

The post Mars, Incorporated Accused of Slut-shaming Because They’ve Taken Away the Green M&M’s ”Step on Me” Boots first appeared on The Mary Sue.
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