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5 The Simpsons Episodes That Are Unwatchable Today

staff@looper.com (Lisa Laman) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 21:18:00 +0000

There are over 800 episodes of "The Simpsons," so it's inevitable that some will have aged poorly since 1989. These five episodes are totally unwatchable today.

The Best Odyssey Adaptation Is An '80s Sci-Fi Show You've Never Heard Of

staff@looper.com (Mike Bedard) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:18:00 +0000

If you're looking for more versions of "The Odyssey" after seeing the movie, this wild 1981 animated update is a great place to start.

5 Best Batman Video Games Of All Time, Ranked

staff@looper.com (Mike Bedard) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:18:00 +0000

The Dark Knight's mythos and very character make for some compelling video games. Here are the five greatest Batman games of all time, ranked.

5 Worst Lightsaber Fighters In Star Wars, Ranked

staff@looper.com (Rick Stevenson) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 21:18:00 +0000

Let's ignore legendary duelists like Anakin Skywalker for a second and focus on the B-tier. Here are the five worst lightsaber fighters in Star Wars, ranked.

X-Men '97 Season 2, Episode 4 Delivers The Show's Most Shocking Death Yet

staff@looper.com (Sergio Pereira) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000

"X-Men '97" isn't shy when it comes to killing off big characters. The fourth episode of Season 2 does away with a major mutant in shocking fashion.

What Is The Ship? Apocalypse's Secret Weapon In X-Men '97, Explained

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

If you've been watching "X-Men '97" and you're wondering what the deal is with Apocalypse's sentient vessel Ship, here's an explainer.

X-Men '97 Season 2's X-Factor, Explained

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:26:44 +0000

If you've been watching "X-Men '97" and you're curious about the mutant team X-Factor, here's what you need to know about them.

Who Is X-Men '97's Mysterious Pharaoh? He's More Important Than You Think

staff@looper.com (Michael John Petty) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

The enigmatic Egyptian ruler seen in Season 2 of "X-Men '97" is a character who has appeared in different forms across the entire Marvel canon.

X-Men '97 Stealthily Brings Back Marvel's Kang With A Perfect Recasting

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Although it seemed like Kang the Conqueror was out of the Marvel picture just a few years ago, he's come back with a vengeance in "X-Men '97."

X-Men '97 Breaks Its Own Timeline By Introducing One Of Marvel's Strongest Mutants

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000

The second episode of "X-Men '97" Season 2 brings an Omega-level mutant from a different part of the timeline into the fold.

The True Identity Of Mother Askani In X-Men '97 Season 2, Explained

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Mother Askani made her debut in the final episode of "X-Men '97" Season 1, and now the Season 2 opener has revealed the truth about her identity.

5 TV Shows To Watch If You Like The Legend Of Vox Machina

staff@looper.com (Chris Hodges) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:18:00 +0000

If you love the Critical Role series "The Legend of Vox Machina" and you're looking for something similar to watch, check out these five shows.

The Obsession Connection You Missed In X-Men '97 Season 2

staff@looper.com (Mike Bedard) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000

What does the biggest horror movie smash of 2026 have in common with Season 2 of Marvel's animated hit "X-Men '97"? Read on to find out.

X-Men '97 Season 2 Gives Storm A Massive Power Upgrade - But Is It Accurate?

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000

"X-Men '97" Season 2 finds Storm able to do much more than control the weather -- giving her abilities that come straight out of the original comics.

Who Are The Final Horsemen Of Apocalypse? The X-Men '97 Villains Explained

staff@looper.com (Kayleigh Hearn) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

"X-Men '97" introduces a whole new quartet of villains as Season 2 gets underway: the Final Horsemen, who are devoted to serving Apocalypse at all costs.

All 7 Star Wars Lightsaber Forms Explained

staff@looper.com (Rick Stevenson) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:18:00 +0000

Lightsaber duels are a foundational part of the Star Wars franchise. Let's examine and break down the 7 forms of lightsaber combat.

Every DC Movie And TV Show Happening After Supergirl

staff@looper.com (Melissa Lemieux) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:18:00 +0000

"Supergirl" will expand the DC Universe as James Gunn envisions it, and we've compiled the details on every project that's currently in the works.

10 Best TV Spin-Offs Ever Made, Ranked

staff@looper.com (Zach Laws) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:18:00 +0000

It's hard enough to make a truly fantastic TV show, but these 10 spin-offs are just as good as the original - if not better! These are our top 10, ranked.

The Only Recap You Need Before X-Men '97 Season 2

staff@looper.com (Kayleigh Hearn) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:55:25 +0000

The X-Men are back, and they're still in 1997. "X-Men '97" brought a ton of story to the table in 2024, and we've got a recap ready before Season 2 premieres.

5 TV Shows Every Kid Should Watch At Least Once

staff@looper.com (Allyssa Capri) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:18:00 +0000

There are lots of different options when it comes to TV shows for children, but every kid should watch these five at least once growing up.