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Michael Tilson Thomas, a leading American conductor for a half-century who headed orchestras in San Francisco, Buffalo, Miami and London while also composing, died Wednesday. He was 81.

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Serious question. Is there anyone in the world who doesn’t like Shrek? The loveable green ogre has WITHSTOOD the test of time and become one of the most loveable fixtures of animation. And, of course, there’s that old saying, “Ogres are like LEGO sets, they’re made up of many pieces.” Oh, is that not it? Well, it is today because the first-ever Shrek LEGO sets have arrived. And we’re thinking, “Where have you been all my life?” To our TOTAL delight, LEGO even decided to introduce them via a… LEGO Shrek dance party?! We are outraged by this level of awesome. Let’s dive into the LEGO Shrek sets below. View this post on Instagram

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TWO LEGO Shrek Sets Have Landed

Not one, but TWO LEGO Shrek sets are officially available for pre-order. Naturally, LEGO has thought of everything and created a detailed set for the adult-Shrek lovers in the room. (Yes, you, I see you.) And one more geared toward children. But we have to say that one is SO cute, we can barely resist it ourselves. Cute Shrek, who knew! Let’s take a look at the details of these two new Shrek LEGO sets.

LEGO Shrek, Donkey & Puss in Boots Posable Display Set

It’s time to head to the swamp. LEGO shares, “Adult fans can reminisce on 25-years of Shrek with the detailed LEGO Shrek, Donkey & Puss in Boots posable display set for ages 18+. Featuring brick-built Shrek and Donkey, plus a Puss in Boots minifigure, this set is on a swamp base with the classic “Beware Ogre!” sign. Other nods to the film include sunflowers, an onion, and a blue flower with red thorns. Discover hidden Easter eggs tucked inside Shrek’s gut for an extra layer of fun.”

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We couldn’t have a Shrek LEGO set without a LEGO onion! What are we, amatures? It’s hard to believe that Shrek is 25 years old now. But this Shrek LEGO set will bring back all the magic of the original, combining nostalgia with bricks in the perfect way. Who doesn’t love a LEGO swamp? Or a LEGO flying, talking Donkey? … Or, we guess… looking into Shrek’s LEGO stomach?! Why not…

Click To View Gallery LEGO LEGO LEGO LEGO LEGO Shrek: Shrek, Donkey & Puss in Boots Details

• Age: 18+
• SRP: €119.99 / $129.99 / £109.99
• Pieces: 1,403
• Product No.: 72423
• Dimensions: Measures over 9.5 in. (24 cm) high, 8.5 in. (21 cm) wide and 6 in. (16 cm) deep
• Available: June 1, 2026
• Purchase Link: https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/shrek-donkey-puss-in-boots-72423

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But we can’t leave those who are newly discovering Shrek out of the fun! LEGO BrickHeadz Shrek set is designed for younger builders and features adorable renditions of Shrek, Donkey and Gingy. So adorable that we know older builders will seek them out too. A release shares, “LEGO BrickHeadz are stylized, brick-built collectible figures, known for their distinctive square-headed design. Packed with playful details from Shrek’s signature ears and Donkey’s cheeky smile to Gingy’s icing buttons, the set also features a “Beware Ogre” sign inspired by Shrek’s iconic swamp.”

LEGOLEGO BrickHeadz Shrek Details

• Age: 10+
• SRP: €24.99 / $24.99 / £21.99
• Pieces: 260
• Product No.: 40923
• Dimensions: Shrek standing over 3 in. (8 cm) tall, Donkey standing over 3 in. (7 cm) tall and Gingy standing over 2 in. (5 cm) tall
• Available: June 1, 2026
• Purchase Link: https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/shrek-donkey-gingy-figures-40923

More About LEGO’s Shrek Collaboration

Raquel Ojeda, Creative Lead from the LEGO Group reveals about this new collaboration, “Shrek has always celebrated imagination, friendship, and a little bit of mischief, which are values that translate perfectly into LEGO play. We’re ogre the moon to partner with this beloved universe and see how fans build their own fairy-tale adventures. This is just the beginning, so keep your eyes peeled for lots more LEGO Shrek magic!”

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Meanwhile, Rafa Macias, Global Commercial Officer, Consumer Products, Games & Digital at Universal Products & Experiences offers, “Partnering with the LEGO Group to introduce Shrek in LEGO brick form marks an exciting moment as we celebrate the franchise’s 25th anniversary,” said “These sets bring Far Far Away to life with innovative design, fun Easter eggs for fans to discover, and storytelling– honoring the legacy that has made Shrek a cultural icon and inviting fans back to the swamp where it all began.”

When Will the LEGO Shrek Sets Be Available to Buy?

The new LEGO Shrek sets will be available for pre-order starting today, and available to purchase in LEGO retail stores worldwide, and on LEGO.com, starting June 1st. 

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In episode six of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, “Night of the Hunted,” the show’s creators have officially teased one of the battles fans have always wanted to see most, but for years thought impossible. We’re talking about Maul vs. Darth Vader, the battle royale of the apprentice Sith Lords. Well, the battle royal of the current Sith Lord and the former holder of the title “Darth.” And we’ll explain how this is now almost guaranteed to take place on Maul-Shadow Lord, and hopefully, very soon.

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In episode six, the Empire has arrived on the planet Janix looking for Maul (Sam Witwer). The former apprentice of Darth Sidious, he’s a loose end the Emperor wants off the map. He’s dispatched one of his Inquisitors along with the Imperial forces on Janix, to find Maul and end him. Although the Inquisitors’ main objective is to kill any remaining Jedi Knights who survived Order 66, Maul also falls under their purview. In episode six, the Inquisitor known as the First Brother/Marrok engages Maul in a deadly lightsaber duel, but Maul gets away. The episode ends with the First Brother speaking to a shadowy hologram he calls “My Lord,” asking how to proceed with the Maul situation.

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Some may speculate that the person the First Brother is speaking to is Emperor Palpatine himself. After all, it was Palpatine who issued Order 66 in Revenge of the Sith. But the Sith Lord who Sidious actually tasked with overseeing the Inquisitors is actually Darth Vader. We saw this in both Star Wars Rebels and Obi-Wan Kenobi. We don’t think the First Brother would go over Vader’s head and go straight to the Emperor. Besides, he’s rather busy with despot business. Alternately, the Grand Inquisitor would not likely get referred to as “My lord.” No, we are fairly certain the other caller on the line in this scene is Darth Vader. And while Vader might trust his Inquisitors to take on random Jedi survivors, to take down Maul may require another Sith Lord.

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Since The Phantom Menace ended with the apparent death of Maul, for years, fans thought a Maul vs. Vader fight was only possible in the realm of fan fiction. But once The Clone Wars resurrected Maul, it was at least possible. Especially since Maul survived the events of the series’ ending. In Rebels, we very nearly got a fight between Maul and Vader, in the episode “Twilight of the Apprentice.” This occurred when Vader went to the planet Malachor, home of an ancient Sith weapon. Maul was there too, but he scrambled away rather than face Vader. In fact, his obvious fear suggests he had faced the former Anakin Skywalker before. An event he likely barely survived, and didn’t want to repeat.

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We know from the aforementioned Rebels (as well as Solo) that if Vader and Maul do indeed have a dark side lightsaber duel, both warriors walk away from it alive. But that doesn’t mean fans aren’t going to get a duel for the ages when it does happen, however. One that might even rival “The Duel of the Fates,” or the legendary battle of Obi-Wan and Anakin. A duel between Darth Vader and (former Darth) Maul has been something Star Wars fans have imagined for years. And we’re pretty sure that Maul-Shadow Lord is about to give it to us.

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It’s here. We know you’ve been waiting for this one! And by this one, we mean one of the most exciting trailers of the year—our first real look at The Legend of Vox Machina season four. We now know that this is the penultimate season of The Legend of Vox Machina and that it will release in June. With only one more season of The Legend of Vox Machina to go after this one, Critters know there will be no punches or bleeps pulled. It’s a huge season of What the Duck?!! action and drama. And you can get your first taste of it below. Press play now on The Legend of Vox Machina season four trailer.

The Legend of Vox Machina season four’s trailer does NOT disappoint. It’s full of all the elements we’ve really missed from this Critical Role series. Serious portents of doom, high stakes, cultists, and… a lot of laughter. Not to mention, some GORGEOUS animation courtesy of Titmouse. Is there an animated series out there that looks as good as The Legend of Vox Machina? But most of all, it’s the show’s tone that we love seeing return to our screens. That irreverent wittiness that keeps things from getting too serious, even as the literal fate of the world hangs in the balance.

And, would it really be a The Legend of Vox Machina trailer without some new words of wisdom from Grog Strongjaw? This time around, he lets us know that “Most problems can be solved by punching, and when they can’t, you kick!” Genius, truly!

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The synopsis for The Legend of Vox Machina season four, shared along with the trailer, reveals to us a bit more about what we can expect this season. It shares, “The trailer finds our loveable heroes facing their most challenging and darkest foe to date. The group will be tested in more ways than they could possibly imagine.” And adds, “The Legend of Vox Machina Season Four is set a year after the Chroma Conclave. Vox Machina has separated, searching for love, family, and purpose. But as always, the call of adventure is a breath away. When a long-slumbering evil awakens to threaten the realm, they must reunite to take on an epic foe.”

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As we’ve written before, “Critters will know that in the original fifth and final arc of Critical Role‘s Vox Machina campaign, our party faced off against Vecna, who proved to be an intense foe, almost too strong to defeat. But for the purposes of The Legend of Vox Machina season 4, we probably won’t hear the official V-word tossed around.” Instead, Vecna will be known as “The Whispered One” on The Legend of Vox Machina season four. But he’ll be just as epic by any name.

In conclusion, as usual, everyone is in danger. Classic Vox Machs. But our favorite team will be turning up the volume on power, adventure, and awesome, and we can’t wait. We’ll definitely be rewatching this The Legend of Vox Machina season four trailer at least 100 times.

The Legend of Vox Machina season four will release on June 3; season four will have a three-episode weekly rollout on Prime Video. You can stream the first three seasons of the show on Prime Video today.

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In 2025, we named Heart Eyes as one of our best movies of the year. The horror flick starred Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding as two people working together on a campaign who end up in the crosshairs of a killer who murders on Valentine’s Day. It flew under the radar of many but it is a great blend of romantic thriller, slasher gore, and comedic gold. And, that Heart Eyes killer mask is kinda cool, too. The film ended with somewhat of a cliffhanger, so we are delighted that Paramount Pictures will bring a Heart Eyes 2 sequel to theaters on February 11, 2028. (Thanks to Variety for bringing this to our attention!)Sony Pictures

At the end of Heart Eyes, Ally (Olivia Holt) gets a phone call from someone with the same menacing voice as the killer. This is obviously a shock to her considering some time has passed but it turns out to be her friend Monica (Gigi Zumbado) playing around. Monica tells Ally that she loves her but the line gets cut short, leaving her confused. We will surely figure out what that means in the next film.

We can assume that Gooding and Holt will reprise their roles as Ally and Jay and maybe Zumbado as Monica. But who will be the killer(s) this time around? We will have to wait a while and see what Valentine’s Day massacre happens in the Heart Eyes 2 sequel.

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Here’s what’s happening on Santa Cruz County roads this morning…

▼︎ new incidents

Road incidents as of 7 a.m. on April 23

• A pickup truck and a four-door vehicle collided at the intersection of Highway 1 south and the Highway 129 off-ramp in Watsonville. The crash happened when the truck pulled out to turn and was hit by another vehicle coming over the overpass. It is not known if anyone was injured. The incident was reported today.
   
• A lane on westbound Highway 152 at Clifford Drive/Ohlone Parkway in Watsonville is closed for asphalt paving. The closure is scheduled to last until July 3.
   

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Police procedurals will never, ever get old, apparently. There’s something about digging into that dark and complex world of drugs, crime, and drama that audiences love. Back in the late ‘80s, there was Miami Vice (1984-1989), which deviated from the typical procedural format and drenched it in pop culture and stylish visuals. It didn’t have the longevity of the others, but it did produce one film adaptation in 2006. Now, a new Miami Vice film adaptation is in the works with Universal with Top Gun: Maverick director Joseph Kosinski at its helm. The film will be titled Miami Vice ’85 and star Oscar winner Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler.Universal Television

Dan Gilroy will pen the film’s script. We know that Gilroy, who happens to be Tony Gilroy’s brother (Andor), knows the action world well. He wrote Nightcrawler as well as The Bourne Legacy starring Matt Damon. Right now, things are in the very early stages so we don’t know who will star in this film. The 2006 film by Michael Mann had Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx in the leading roles.

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While it is not impossible for either of them to return in some capacity for a clever cameo, Butler and Jordan are undoubtedly the leads for this film. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Miami Vice ’85 will be a period piece that pays homage to the TV series. Butler will play James “Sonny” Crockett, the same role that Don Johnson played in the show, while Jordan will portray Ricardo Tubbs, which was Philip Michael Thomas’ role.

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Miami Vice ’85 will hit theaters on August 6, 2027 with shooting happening sometime in 2026. We will keep our eyes peeled for more information about this new Miami Vice film adaptation.

Originally published on April 29, 2025.

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Dungeon Crawler Carl is getting a television series by Family Guy‘s Seth MacFarlane on Peacock. The LitRPG book series has a legion of fans and an eighth installment coming in 2026. While we totally think it is worth diving into as you wait for more information about the live-action adaptation, time is a tricky thing. We simply don’t have enough of it, it seems. So, here’s everything you need to know about Dungeon Crawler Carl. What Is a LitRPG?

LitRPG, short for Literary Roleplaying Game, refers to a genre of literature that combines a lot of familiar mechanics from computer roleplaying games/tabletop games with science fiction/fantasy novels. The game elements are a core component of the story, and they often follow the path of a “progression fantasy,” where characters will slowly but surely get stronger over a long period of time. It leads to a very satisfied, earned power level that you get to watch every step of. You’ll find yourself cheering for new weapons from Loot Crates and fascinating rewards from Achievements. While often viewed as inaccessible, the success of titles like Dungeon Crawler Carl shows that LitRPGs can be for everyone.

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“Every interior of your world has been crushed, and all raw minerals—organic and inanimate—are in the process of being mined for the requested elements. Per the Mined Material Reclamation Act, along with the Subsection 35 of the Indigenous Planetary Species Protection Act, any surviving humans will be given the opportunity to reclaim their lost matter. 

Per Syndicate rules, Subsection 543 of the Precious Elemental Reserves Code, having failed to file a proper appeal for the mineral and elemental rights within fifty solars of first contact, your planet has been successfully seized, and is currently being mined of all requested elemental deposits by the assigned planetary regent.”

One ice-cold, snowy night in Seattle, the world ends. At least for Carl, a 27-year-old boat repairman and former Coast Guard machinery tech. Every structure on Earth is flattened in the blink of an eye. Everyone inside? Dead. Luckily, Carl (and his ex-girlfriend’s cat Princess Donut) are outside. Unluckily, he is in his underwear, a leather jacket, and a pair of too-small pink Crocs. An AI voice explains to the survivors that Earth is going to be essentially strip-mined for all of its minerals. But, humans have the right, legally, to attempt “reclamation.”

It’s all according to some bullsh*t Syndicate code. The Syndicate is the universe-spanning governing body for billions upon billions of planets. The Syndicate dictates that the planetary regent (read: invading force) gets to decide how denizens of a planet can reclaim their home… or what remains of it. This invading force—the Kua-Tin of the Borant Corporation—choose the Eighteen-Level World Dungeon, as it is outlined in the Precious Elemental Reserves Code.

The Kua-Tin are a race of tiny humanoid fish people. Borant Corporation is an extremely powerful Kua-Tin company. And they are all too happy to use this hostile takeover as an excuse to produce a season of Dungeon Crawler World, with the survivors of Earth as the stars.

Staircases open up all over Earth. You can either choose to stay on the surface (bad idea), or you can descend into the Eighteen-Level World Dungeon.

AmazonThe Eighteen-Level World Dungeon & Dungeon Crawler World

“The Borant corporation, having been assigned regency over this solar system, is allowed to choose the manner of this reclamation, and they have chosen Option 3, also known as the Eighteen-Level World Dungeon. The Borant corporation retains all rights to broadcast, exploit, and otherwise control all aspects of the world dungeon, and will remain in control as long as they adhere to Syndicate regulations regarding world resource reclamation.”

On average, there are two seasons of Dungeon Crawler World (or its equivalent, depending on what race of aliens are controlling it at any given time) every 2.5 Earth years. The season our heroes are participating in is called Dungeon Crawler World: Earth. As you might imagine, Carl takes the staircase with Princess Donut in his arms and becomes Dungeon Crawler Carl.

Dungeon Crawler World is a sci-fi fantasy game where Dungeons & Dragons meets mind-boggling crimes against humanity, with the highest stakes imaginable. It’s all with the tone of a sadistic reality show/game show, hosted by a blood-thirsty AI. The goal is to descend deeper and deeper into the dungeon, until reaching the end of the eighteenth floor. Ten million Crawlers enter Earth’s season, with three million dying in the first hour. Thankfully, Carl isn’t one of them, and neither is Donut. Once they locate the nearest tutorial guild, headed by Mordecai the Changeling, Carl starts to learn how the game functions while Donut knocks over an urn containing Mordecai’s mother’s ashes, and then takes a shit in it. Bless her heart.

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Mordecai, currently in the form of a bipedal rat, explains that he used to be a Crawler himself, a long time ago. He was a Skyfowl (a race of alien birds) when he entered the Dungeon, but once he was given the chance to pick a race and class—a Crawler’s reward for making it to the third floor—he selected Changeling. In his current indentured servitude to the dungeon, he does not get to select what form he presents as. Supposedly, this will be Mordecai’s last season, and he’ll earn his freedom at the end. 

Carl, having been the first Crawler to enter the dungeon with a cat, receives a Legendary Pet Box—one of many possible loot boxes a Crawler can earn while inside the dungeon, mostly through getting achievements. Inside are special cat treats that Mordecai says will likely make Donut stronger in some way or kill her. Before Carl has a chance to decide one way or another, Donut jumps up, bites him, and eats the treat herself. 

Long-story short, Princess Donut gains full sapience and the ability to talk—and a base character build that frankly is much better than Carl’s. Donut promptly names their party Princess Donut’s Royal Court and names Carl her Royal Bodyguard. Donut is like a child in many ways. However, she proves herself to be a formidable threat in her own right as she progresses through Dungeon Crawler World. 

The Apocalypse Will Be Televised

As previously mentioned, Dungeon Crawler World is a television show, and a television show that a LOT of people watch. Upon reaching the second floor, Carl and Donut gain the ability to see how many current viewers, followers, and favorites they have. The social media aspect of Dungeon Crawler World is extremely important. On later floors, Crawlers can gain sponsorships from individuals, companies, and even world governments. Who sponsors you, if anyone, often comes down to your visibility and what kind of Crawler you come across as to the viewers. Per Mordecai, sponsorships are often the difference between life and death on the lower levels.

There’s Fanboxes, too, where fans of the show will vote on what they want you to get in a particular Loot Box. It could be the thing that saves you, or it could be a pair of boxers because the audience wants to troll you for saying you want pants. 

Aethon Books/Ace/Good Reads Carl, the Royal Bodyguard

“You will not break me. F**k you all. You will not break me.”

Carl is a decent guy. That might sound like a pretty weak description, but I think it’s the best place to start. He’s got a good heart and when he can be easy-going, he is. It doesn’t take much to make him happy. He’s friendly, and he likes most folks, as long as they’re not antagonistic towards himself or Donut. Save for his colossal Mommy and Daddy issues, he’s almost well-adjusted. Carl ends up running around in the dungeon in his underoos, an enchanted cloak, bare feet (save a toe ring), and a troll-skin shirt. Will Carl ever get pants? Probably not. 

Carl leans primarily into an unarmed build, supplementing his fast-growing Pugilism skill with explosives of all varieties. The stronger he grows, the harder he’ll hit, and the bigger the booms. Carl’s technical know-how from his years of messing around with systems both electrical and mechanical serve him well in the Dungeon. What Carl lacks in Intelligence and Charisma, Donut more than makes up for. His hardiness and high Strength make him an excellent foil for Donut, with her low Constitution. 

Princess Donut, the Queen Anne Chonk

“Carl! CARL! Tell them who I am! Tell them I’m beautiful!”

Okay, so the ex-girlfriend’s cat thing. We know the series is titled Dungeon Crawler Carl, but there is a lovely deuteragonist we simply must talk about. Grand Champion, Breed Winner Regional, National Winner, Best-in-Dungeon Princess Donut, the Queen Anne Chonk. Carl’s ex-girlfriend Beatrice comes from a family of Persian cat breeders. Donut was their greatest accomplishment, sweeping awards at every cat show she’d ever been brought to—and she’d been brought to hundreds.

Days before the end of the world, Carl saw a picture of Beatrice in Italy on Instagram, sitting in her ex-boyfriend’s lap. Carl proceeded to dump her over the phone. He said he’d have all of her stuff packed for her when she got back, and he didn’t want any drama. Carl hates drama. Beatrice asked only that Carl take care of Donut until she returned to the States. Carl, who secretly adored Donut, began to plan a daring cat-napping venture. But, then the world ended, and so too did Beatrice. Kinda convenient, right?

Carl and Donut’s dynamic is the heart and emotional driving force of this series. I jokingly told my fiancee that Dungeon Crawler Carl is about the bond between a man and his ex-girlfriend’s cat. But in reality…no. That’s his cat. I know it might seem insane to take a character called Princess Donut seriously. But she has captured hearts in realms both fictional and real for a reason.

Donut’s highest stats are Intelligence and Charisma. And she uses them to the best of her advantage, while also enjoying the high Dexterity of being a cat. Donut’s main move is her Magic Missile, which is a deadly laser she shoots from her eyes. Carl and Donut quickly become a mostly well-oiled machine. Carl is the meat shield and heavy hitter and Donut supports him with her magic. 

That doesn’t mean Donut doesn’t go her own way—because she often does. This is how Carl ends up with the catchphrase, “Godd*mnit, Donut.” 

The Odds Are Not In Your Favor

While the Eighteen-Level World Dungeon may be entertainment for quintillions of Syndicate citizens across the universe, being inside of it is a hell unlike any other. Humans die at the hands of mobs of monsters, and many other dangers within the dungeon. Whether it’s meth-addled llamas or mantaurs (half man, half…more man), there’s rare respite inside of the dungeon, even on its very first floor. 

Oh, and per Mordecai: the lowest any Crawler has ever made it to is the thirteenth floor. No one has ever completed the dungeon. No one has ever reclaimed their planet, not once in all of the seasons of Dungeon Crawler World. Some survive—if you make it to the tenth floor, opportunities to escape the dungeon to live another day start to present themselves. Still, that’s a long way down the line for Carl and Donut, as they grind to grow stronger and chase humanity’s last hope. 

Dungeon Crawler Carl is a witty, compelling, and shockingly earnest story. It will make you laugh—a lot. And when you least expect it, it’ll make you cry too. Obviously I encourage everyone to dive into the book series, but if not, I hope you thoroughly enjoy Carl’s live-action adventures to come. 

And remember Crawlers: Kill, kill, kill! 

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When Marlon Wayans said that Scary Movie would leave no parody stone unturned, he really meant it. The upcoming sixth installment is taking aim at a ton of horror films, like Sinners and Weapons. But one movie that we didn’t see being a part of Scary Movie was Michael, the new biopic starring Michael Jackson’s nephew Jaafar as the King of Pop. Sure, the franchise has poked fun (for better or worse) at the late superstar before, but this is directly tied to this new movie about Michael. In a new Scary Movie trailer, SNL mainstay Kenan Thompson plays Michael Jackson and completely commits. 

We see MJ’s sparkly glove and jacket as well as his black loafers at the beginning of the clip. A watered down version of Billie Jean plays as stickies litter a wall with song titles. The producer says he isn’t Michael because he doesn’t have a monkey, a reference to Bubbles, of course. But Kenan’s Michael Jackson does have a llama. It is a bit hard to tell if this scene will actually be in the movie or if it is just slick promo that’s tied into Michael’s release weekend. 

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We get more glimpses at Scary Movie, including a parody of Get Out when Chris ends up in the Sunken Place for the first time. The end of the clip goes back to Kenan, who high kicks a man over before poorly moonwalking until he falls down a flight of stairs. Scary Movie will bring its Michael parodies and more to theaters on June 5.

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