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An Archie Comics Movie Is In the Works at Universal

A live-action Archie Comics movie is on the way! The TV take of Archie Comics, Riverdale, spanned 137 episodes on the CW, and ran from 2017-2023, but Universal Pictures believes there are more Archie stories to tell on the

Halloween Boo Buckets Return To McDonald’s On October 21st

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Summer isn’t even over, but McDonald’s is already preparing for fall by announcing the highly anticipated return of one of its most iconic seasonal items. As many brands lean into pumpkin spice lattes and fall spice-flavored treats,

New Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction Video Game Is Coming Soon

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Some exciting news was announced this week from Mattel and Limited Run Games on Instagram. “He-Man, Teela, Man-at-Arms and more are coming to a brand new hack ‘n slash ’n magic adventure!” “Battle across Eternia in He-Man

AOL Is Putting An End To It’s Dial-Up Internet Service

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For many people who grew up in the 1990s, they remember the beeps and buzzes of the AOL online service starting up as much as they remember any other sounds of the era. Now, after living far

Looney Tunes Now Streaming On Tubi After Removal From Max

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This week, nearly 800 classic Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies shorts landed on the ad-supported streaming platform Tubi, offering fans free access to one of the crown jewels of American animation. The shorts, produced between 1930 and 1969, are

Retro Spooky Fun Is On the Way In the Archie Comics Digest Halloween Special

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Halloween is just around the corner, and as such, we want to take a moment to tell you about an upcoming release packed with thrills, chills and laughs: The ARCHIE COMICS DIGEST HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! Featuring work

McDonald’s Is Launching a New Adult Meal Featuring the Legendary Characters From the Past

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McDonald’s is bringing back nostalgic characters to launch a new adult Happy Meal, which will include a new limited-edition shake. Ronald McDonald, Birdie, Hamburglar, Mayor McCheese, Fry Friends and Grimace, whose birthday meal went viral after its

Jem and the Holograms 40th Anniversary Album is Available Now

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A new release of the Jem and the Holograms album, celebrating the brand’s 40th anniversary is available now. Fans can now immerse themselves in the glitter and glam of the ’80s with six re-recorded tracks

Choose Your Own Adventure Is Bringing Back the Magic With the Retro Box

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For anyone who grew up flipping pages and making split-second decisions that could lead to treasure, time travel, or total disaster, Choose Your Own Adventure books were more than stories, they were experiences. Now, thanks

MTV Is Bringing Back 24/7 Music Videos For a Limited Time

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For years, fans have begged for MTV to go back to a music video format. Well, dust off your air guitars and crank up the volume, because for one glorious week this September, MTV is

Knight Rider is Getting a 4K Ultra HD Release

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The iconic 1980s sci-fi action series Knight Rider is making a high-octane comeback. Starting July 22, 2025, fans can own Knight Rider: The Complete Series in stunning 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, marking the first time

MeTV Is Now Airing Old Episodes of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom

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Get ready to answer the call of the wild again! Starting Sunday, July 6, 2025, MeTV is bringing back one of television’s most iconic nature series: Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom. Airing every Sunday morning

Mattel Is Reviving the Fright Zone Playset

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In a move that has longtime MOTU fans buzzing, Mattel is relaunching the iconic Fright Zone playset, first released in 1985. The updated version of the playset will be available starting July 1, 2025, through

New Back to the Future Funko Pops Drop in 2025

Pitfall Gary

This is heavy! Back to the Future Funko Pops Are Coming in August 2025 Fire up the flux capacitors, because Funko is taking us Back to the Future. Funko has officially announced a brand-new wave

Chuck E. Cheese Christmas Special Coming this Holiday Season

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Charles Entertainment Cheese, better known to millions of kids and adults as Chuck E. Cheese is getting his own animated Christmas Special, titled The Chuck E. Cheese Christmas Special The Christmas special is billed as

Hey Kids, Heavy Metal is Back

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No, not the music genre (although based on a recent number one album, that might be true as well). The classic “world’s greatest illustrated magazine” Heavy Metal is back on the newsstands and comic shops

OutRun: The Movie Is Racing Into Theaters

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Video game movies and TV series are all the rage right now. Some are better than others. My sons saw The Minecraft Movie and gave it a solid, meh. But the movie is a financial