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items: Dorohedoro season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
items: Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
items: Classroom of the Elite season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
items: Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 release date finally confirmed by Netflix – with "dark" storylines teased
items: Tomb Raider TV series filming put on hold after Lara Croft star Sophie Turner injured
items: Fate/strange Fake season 2 release date speculation, latest news
items: Harry Potter season 2 gets fresh update from HBO boss following TV series' record-breaking trailer
items: Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release schedule: When could episode 13 come out?
items: Game of Thrones spin-off plans get update from HBO boss as he notes "script by script" approach
items: Netflix horror icon makes surprise appearance in Duffer Brothers' new series - and changed it in a big way
items: Lost icon cast in major role in God of War TV series as streaming giant's adaptation grows starry line-up
items: Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen ending explained: Showrunner breaks down final twist
items: Will there be a season 2 of Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen? Showrunner weighs in
items: Will there be Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2?
items: Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen review: Netflix's blood-soaked thriller values gore over lore
items: Harry Potter TV series spin-offs are not planned at HBO, confirms network CEO
items: Harry Potter TV series confirms earlier release date with first look trailer and new cast imagery
items: Good Omens season 3 unveils first look at Michael Sheen's Aziraphale in finale episode
items: School Spirits future finally confirmed weeks following end of acclaimed season 3 episodes
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items: Will there be a Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3?
items: Harry Potter TV series unveils first look – with trailer coming very soon
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Dorohedoro season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
type: item
date: 2026-04-01T15:25:13.000Z
creator: Nicola Austin
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: Fans can finally dive back into the swamp of chaos!
encoded: The weird and wonderful anime Dorohedoro has finally returned, after fans endured a mammoth six-year wait for more episodes from animation studio MAPPA. The series, based on the manga written and illustrated by Q Hayashida, follows the reptilian Caiman and his friend Nikaido as they embark on a brutal quest for answers and revenge. The second season sees the pair continuing their search to discover Caiman’s true identity, as they hunt for the sorcerer which took his memories, while the conflict between the Hole’s residents and En's Sorcerers intensifies in the grimy, post-apocalyptic world. Here’s everything we know so far about the release schedule for the highly anticipated Dorohedoro season 2. Dorohedoro season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out? The long-awaited second season of Dorohedoro has its premiere on anime streaming service Crunchyroll with the first three episodes. That means the release schedule currently looks like this: Episode 1 – 1 April 2026 Episode 2 – 1 April 2026 Episode 3 – 1 April 2026 Episode 4 – 8 April 2026 Episode 5 – 15 April 2026 Episode 6 – 22 April 2026 Episode 7 – 29 April 2026 Episode 8 – 6 May 2026 Episode 9 – 13 May 2026 Episode 10 – 20 May 2026 Episode 11 – 27 May 2026 What time are new Dorohedoro season 2 episodes released? As previously confirmed by Crunchyroll, new episodes of Dorohedoro season 2 are released at the following times: 7am PT 10am ET 3pm BST 11pm JST How many episodes will there be in Dorohedoro season 2? Based on current information, Dorohedoro season 2 is expected to consist of 11 episodes in total. Where can I watch Dorohedoro season 2? Dorohedoro season 2 will be available to stream on Crunchyroll as it airs in Japan, with the platform simulcasting the series worldwide. Fans can also watch all 13 episodes of season 1 on the platform in Japanese with subtitles, alongside English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and Thai dubs worldwide (excluding Japan and China). View oEmbed on the source website What'…

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Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
type: item
date: 2026-04-01T14:00:30.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Crunchyroll
description: The romantic comedy has been highly anticipated by fans after a delay to its premiere.
encoded: As the spring anime season officially gets going, one of the new shows you need to be on the lookout for is Go For It, Nakamura-kun!!. The new series, which is streaming on Crunchyroll, follows closeted high school student Nakamura, who has a crush on his classmate, Hirose, despite never having spoken to him. The romantic comedy is adapted from the manga series Syundei and has been highly anticipated by fans, especially after a delay saw its premiere date pushed back from 2025. Here's everything you need to know about when new episodes are released on Crunchyroll. Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? New episodes of Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! are released on Crunchyroll at 3:30pm on Wednesdays. That means the release schedule currently looks like this, although it is subject to change: Episode 1 – 1 April 2026 Episode 2 – 8 April 2026 Episode 3 – 15 April 2026 Episode 4 – 22 April 2026 Episode 5 – 29 April 2026 Episode 6 – 6 May 2026 Episode 7 – 13 May 2026 Episode 8 – 20 May 2026 Episode 9 – 27 May 2026 Episode 10 – 3 June 2026 Episode 11 – 10 June 2026 Episode 12 – 17 June 2026 Episode 13 – 24 June 2026 View oEmbed on the source website How many episodes are in Go For It, Nakamura-kun!!? There will be 13 episodes in Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! What is the plot of Go For It, Nakamura-kun!!? The synopsis for the show reads: "Nakamura is a shy boy who falls in love at first sight with one of his classmates–his dreamy high school classmate, Hirose. But there’s a problem: they haven’t met yet. And Nakamura is a total klutz who might bungle things before they even begin!" Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Classroom of the Elite season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
type: item
date: 2026-04-01T13:08:15.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Crunchyroll
description: Class is back in session!
encoded: Class is back in session, as Classroom of the Elite season 4 is officially here! The anime, which began in 2017, follows Kiyotaka Ayanokoji – a youngster who ends up in the problem class at a highly-regarded school. But when he meets Suzune Horikita and Kikyō Kushida, everything starts to change for it. Now on its fourth season, titled Classroom of the Elite: Year 4, the anime is well into its stride. Here's everything you need to know about when new episodes of Classroom of the Elite season 4 are released. Classroom of the Elite season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? New episodes are out on Wednesdays. The series premiered with a whopping four episodes, with the rest of the release schedule currently looking like this - although it is subject to change. Episode 1 – 1 April 2026 Episode 2 – 1 April 2026 Episode 3 – 1 April 2026 Episode 4 – 1 April 2026 Episode 5 – 8 April 2026 Episode 6 – 15 April 2026 Episode 7 – 22 April 2026 Episode 8 – 29 April 2026 Episode 9 – 6 May 2026 Episode 10 – 13 May 2026 Episode 11 – 20 May 2026 Episode 12 – 27 May 2026 Episode 13 – 3 June 2026 Episode 14 – 10 June 2026 Episode 15 – 17 June 2026 Episode 16 – 24 June 2026 What time are new episodes of Classroom of the Elite released on Crunchyroll? New episodes of Classroom of the Elite season 4 are released at 12:30pm BST in the UK. That works out to the following times around the world: 4:30am PST 6:30am EST 7:30am EST 11:30pm AET How many episodes are in Classroom of the Elite season 4? Classroom of the Elite season 4 is expected to have 16 episodes. Classroom of the Elite season 4 trailer The trailer for Classroom of the Elite season 4 is below: View oEmbed on the source website Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 release date finally confirmed by Netflix – with "dark" storylines teased
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date: 2026-03-31T14:31:11.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: News
description: Ready to return to the Earth Kingdom?
encoded: Aang is finally on his way back to us in season 2 of Netflix's live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender, which officially has a release date. The streamer has confirmed that season 2 of the series, which is adapted from the beloved animated show, will arrive on 25 June 2026, and has shared a glimpse of what we can expect as things get more dangerous in the Earth Kingdom. Alongside the release date announcement, Netflix shared a behind-the-scenes video, which shows the cast and crew exploring the incredible practical sets of Ba Sing Se. Avatar: The Last Airbender follows youngster Aang (played by Gordon Cormier), as he masters the four elements to restore balance to a world threatened by the villainous Fire Nation. View oEmbed on the source website Season 2 will introduce some new faces, including the blind earth-bending master Toph Beifong (played by Miyako), who trains Aang – but the pair don't always see eye to eye. The show also has new showrunners for season 2, with Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani stepping in for Albert Kim. As for what we can expect for our heroes? Raisani told Tudum: "Our goal for Season 1 was to introduce the audience to this group of characters that were kids in the middle of a war zone. View oEmbed on the source website "And [in] Season 2, we take those kids and they grow. But growth is not a straight line. … They’re really trying to figure out who they are.” Boylan has also teased that things will be getting darker for Aang and co in the series, which has already wrapped production on its third and final season. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/03/AVTRS2Unit00515RColored-b835507.jpg" width="3600" height="2400" alt="Kiawentiio Tarbell as Katara, Gordan Cormier as Aang, Ian Ousley as Sokka, Maria Zhang as Suki in season 2 of Avatar: The Last Airbender" title="Kiawentiio Tarbell as Katara, Gordan Cormier as Aang, Ian Ousley as Sokka, Maria Zhang as Suki in season 2 of Avatar: The Last Airbender" /> “…

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Tomb Raider TV series filming put on hold after Lara Croft star Sophie Turner injured
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T14:56:54.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: The series from Phoebe Waller-Bridge started filming earlier this year.
encoded: Just over two months after filming began on Phoebe Waller-Bridge's new Tomb Raider series, production has been haled due to a "minor injury" experienced by Lara Croft star Sophie Turner. A spokesperson for Amazon MGM Studios told Deadline in a statement: "Sophie Turner recently experienced a minor injury. As a precaution, production has briefly paused to allow her time to recover. We look forward to resuming production as soon as possible." The publication has reported that the shutdown is expected to last two weeks, while it is unclear whether Turner suffered the injury on set or elsewhere. As well as Turner, the series, which is primarily filming in the UK, also stars Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs, Martin Bobb-Semple, Jack Bannon, John Heffernan, Bill Paterson, Paterson Joseph, Sasha Luss, Juliette Motamed, Celia Imrie and August Wittgenstein. When Turner was confirmed to star as Lara Croft, she said in a statement: "I am thrilled beyond measure to be playing Lara Croft. She’s such an iconic character, who means so much to so many – and I am giving everything I’ve got. "They’re massive shoes to fill, following in the steps of Angelina (Jolie) and Alicia (Vikander) with their powerhouse performances, but with Phoebe at the helm, we (and Lara) are all in very safe hands. I can’t wait for you all to see what we have cooking." Meanwhile, Waller-Bridge said: "I’m so excited to announce the formidable Sophie Turner as our Lara alongside this phenomenal creative team. It’s not very often you get to make a show of this scale with a character you grew up loving. "Everyone on board is wildly passionate about Lara and are all as outrageous, brave, and hilarious as she is. Get your artifacts out… Croft is coming…" The series is inspired by the Tomb Raider games, the first of which was released in 1996. The games have previously been adapted into multiple live action films and two animated series, although this will be the first live action TV series. Tomb Raider will stream …

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Fate/strange Fake season 2 release date speculation, latest news
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T12:57:47.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: And why studio A-1 pictures could take a while.
encoded: Fate/strange Fake season 2 is already on fans’ minds after the finale of season 1, which saw the Fate series adapt the Holy Grail War. With Masters and Servants colliding in Snowfield, Nevada, and the scale of the conflict only getting bigger with each new development (and more source material to cover), the series has made a strong case for a longer future on screen. Thankfully, season 2 has already been confirmed, with a new teaser being released after season 1's finale. Here's everything we know so far. When could Fate/strange Fake season 2 be released? For now, any Fate/strange Fake 2 release date is purely speculative, but with no official announcement yet, the very earliest we could see a new batch of episodes is 2027 – but that’s only if it were to launch late in that year. That said, we predict we won’t see Fate/strange Fake season 2 until at least 2028, due to the already stacked anime output studio A-1 Pictures has for 2027 and beyond: the anime adaptation of Bless, season 3 of Mashle: Magic and Muscles, and season 2 of Too Many Losing Heroines! for a TBA window. View oEmbed on the source website It was confirmed that the show will continue in March 2026, with the anime's official social media sharing a teaser image and a caption reading: "Something big is coming..." What could the plot of Fate/strange Fake season 2 be about? View oEmbed on the source website It would likely move the anime beyond its current dream-realm storyline and into the more explosive later novels, where the battle for Snowfield becomes far more intense. Without getting into major spoilers, that would mean bigger faction clashes, more focus on the war’s hidden masterminds, and long-teased characters finally stepping into more pivotal roles. The Fate/strange Fake anime is available to watch on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Harry Potter season 2 gets fresh update from HBO boss following TV series' record-breaking trailer
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T09:03:05.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: HBO Max
subject: News
description: "It’s not going to be an annual; the show is too big and too massive."
encoded: Interest in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series is swirling, following the release of the show's first trailer last week, and now, we've got an update on the series's future. While season 1 will arrive on HBO Max over Christmas 2026, as was revealed in the trailer, Casey Bloys (chairman and CEO, HBO and Max Content), has given The Times an update on season 2. He told the publication: "Our goal is to not have a huge gap, you know, especially because the kids are growing. It’s not going to be an annual; the show is too big and too massive. But… they’re writing the season 2 now." The trailer, which was released on Wednesday 25 March, amassed more than 277 million organic views, making it the most-watched trailer in HBO and HBO Max history, doubling the previous record. Bloys recently confirmed to Radio Times that while plans for the mainline series are continuing on apace, there are currently no plans for the Harry Potter series to get any spin-offs or a wider, extended universe. "First of all, we'll be so busy… adapting the books is going to be a long process," he said. "So, no, the idea is not to go into this and turn it into, you know, a DC or a Marvel, or anything like that. The idea is to go in and do the books. "The opportunity, the creative opportunity, is to spend more time to spend more time with the books than an arbitrary two-hour runtime of a movie." Harry Potter author JK Rowling has faced backlash in some quarters due to her views on transgender rights. In 2020, she published a lengthy statement detailing her stance on sex and gender debates – the essay was criticised and disputed by LGBTQ+ charities including Stonewall. Rowling has also shared her views on social media, including in a 2024 post on X (formerly Twitter), in which she insisted that “there are no trans kids” and opposed the idea that a child can be “born in the wrong body”. In May 2025, Rowling set up the JK Rowling Women’s Fund, which describes itself as offering legal funding support to “i…

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Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release schedule: When could episode 13 come out?
type: item
date: 2026-03-27T09:44:27.000Z
creator: Nicola Austin
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: Crunchyroll
description: The Culling Games are about to begin!
encoded: Fans had to wait a long time for Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 to arrive, and now the first chapter of its latest instalment has officially come to a close – ending on one of the most anticipated battles of the Culling Game arc. The anime returned earlier this year with the highly anticipated Culling Game arc, and the action has escalated with each episode, as Yuji Itadori and his allies fought to survive Kenjaku’s deadly sorcerer tournament. Fans were even treated to a closing extended episode, culminating in the Sendai Colony battle, a showdown that was widely considered as one of the most anticipated sequences of the Culling Game storyline. The dark, supernatural action anime based on the equally popular manga series by Gege Akutami, Jujutsu Kaisen follows Yuji Itadori as he learns to wield jujutsu sorcery. After eating a cursed finger to save his classmate, Yuji gains supernatural powers and is enrolled in Tokyo Jujutsu High School to develop his skills and fight cursed spirits. Season 3 picked up the story with the brutal Culling Game, where sorcerers are forced to fight across deadly colonies in Japan in order to survive - with the escalating battles playing out across Tokyo Colony No.1 and culminating in the Sendai Colony showdown. With Season 3 Part 1 now at an end, fans may be wondering when the story will continue - so here’s everything you need to know about Jujutsu Kaisen season 3’s release schedule. Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release schedule: When is episode 13 out? While an official release date for The Culling Game Part 2 has yet to be confirmed by Crunchyroll or MAPPA, there are some strong clues about when the series could return. If season 3 follows a similar release pattern to season 2 - which was split into two cours with a break in between - it’s likely that Part 2 will arrive after a standard three-month hiatus. Based on this schedule, a summer 2026 release window (likely July 2026) would traditionally be expected. However, recent reports suggest that …

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Game of Thrones spin-off plans get update from HBO boss as he notes "script by script" approach
type: item
date: 2026-03-27T08:00:51.000Z
creator: Morgan Jeffery
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: Exclusive
subject: HBO Max
subject: News
description: HBO boss Casey Bloys shares a fresh update on Game of Thrones spin-offs, revealing why the network is taking a cautious approach to expanding the franchise.
encoded: HBO boss Casey Bloys has offered a fresh update on the future of the ever-expanding Game of Thrones universe – making it clear that the network is taking a cautious, quality-first approach to any potential spin-offs. Speaking about the franchise’s future, Bloys (chairman and CEO, HBO and Max Content) stressed that HBO is deliberately avoiding committing to a set number of new shows, instead evaluating projects on an individual basis. "You know, we kind of take an individual approach," he told Radio Times. "I don’t like to make any decisions ahead of time, like 'we need so many spin-offs' because I think when you do that, you put yourself in a position where you may compromise." He continued: "So I like to do it on a script-by-script basis." The comments come as interest in the world of Westeros remains high following the success of House of the Dragon and a second season of another spin-off, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, also on the way. However, Bloys was keen to emphasise that not everything in development will make it to screen – despite frequent speculation from fans. "I think one of the challenges with a show or a franchise that’s as popular as Game of Thrones is kind of anything we develop will get speculated about, talked about, and some people will think it’s an actual show," he said. "And I always do like to remind people we’ve had exactly two spin-offs… and a lot of speculation elsewhere." Bloys went on to explain that developing multiple ideas is a necessary part of finding the right projects – even if many don’t progress beyond the early stages. "In order to get the best shows, you really do have to develop a lot of things… not just for Game of Thrones, but for television in general," he said. "You try a lot of things. Some things you think are going to be good may actually be good. Some don't turn out well." "So you really just have to give yourself that ability to try a lot of different things without committing to a show. That process of development…

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Netflix horror icon makes surprise appearance in Duffer Brothers' new series - and changed it in a big way
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date: 2026-03-26T19:00:24.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: Netflix
subject: News
subject: Video
description: Look who it is!
encoded: *Warning: Spoilers ahead for Something Very Bad is Going to Happen episode 4.* As Netflix's new horror series, Something Very Bad is Going to Happen, hits screens, viewers may have been surprised to see a secret guest star appear midway through the series. Horror icon Victoria Pedretti makes an unannounced appearance in the show, which is executive produced by Stranger Things creators the Duffer Brothers, as Alexandra, as the mother of Camila Morrone's character Rachel Harkin, with episode 4 exploring a terrifying chapter in Rachel's family history. Starring alongside Logan Miller as a young Jay, Rachel's father, Pedretti was tasked with some of the most horrifying scenes in the entire series. Speaking exclusively to Radio Times, showrunner Haley Z Boston explained: "I'm a huge fan of her, and I think a lot of of horror fans are. "She's so brilliant, so great in this genre - the way she captures fear, and she's very good at externalising these very internal emotions. I was surprised that she agreed to do it, and she really elevated that character." In fact, Pedretti's performance even changed the structure of the entire episode, with Boston adding: "It was challenging to depart from the main story - and if you're going to do that, you really need to compel the audience with a different character, a different story. View Green Video on the source website "Victoria and Logan just did an incredible job and allowed me to to be able to structure the episode with, I think, 15 minutes of just their story. That's not how the script was written. It was supposed to cut back to Rachel, and because their performances were so strong, we were able to structure the episode that way." Pedretti is best known for her roles in Mike Flanagan's Netflix horror hits The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor, as well as the psychological thriller You. Boston also added that fans will have heard Pedretti earlier in the season, as she voices the podcast in the very first episo…

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Lost icon cast in major role in God of War TV series as streaming giant's adaptation grows starry line-up
type: item
date: 2026-03-26T17:37:28.000Z
creator: Phoebe Kowhai Barnes
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: News
description: The God of War characters are quickly coming to life.
encoded: Lost icon Sonya Walger has been cast in the upcoming TV series adaptation from Prime Video of the God of War video game. Prime Video is set to adapt Sony Santa Monica's recent 2018 reboot of the franchise, with a particular focus on the Norse storyline. Walger has been cast as one of the show's leads, Freya, the goddess of love, and will act opposite Ryan Hurst's protagonist, the Spartan Kratos, Callum Vinson, who plays his son Atreus, and Ed Skrein, who will be taking on the villainous role of Baldur. Walger, who is perhaps best known as Penny Widmore in the ABC drama series Lost, has also appeared in the likes of For all Mankind, The Mind of the Married Man and FlashForward. Walger's character Freya is described as a Vanir goddess, once queen of the Valkyries and former wife of Odin. She is a powerful practitioner of Vanir magic and was exiled to Midgard under a curse that prevents her from harming any living creature, also meaning she is unable to fight or defend herself. Following her exile, she lives reclusively in the woods of Midgard, aiding Kratos and Atreus. She is feared by humans, and often referred to as the Witch of the Woods. Walger will join Hurst and Vinson in the cast alongside the likes of Ólafur Darri Ólafsson (Thor), Teresa Palmer (Sif), Max Parker (Heimdall), Alastair Duncan (Memir), Jeff Gulka (Sindri) and Danny Woodburn (Brok). God of War is a 2018 video game from Sony and follows Kratos, now living in the realm of Norse gods, as he sets out on a journey with his young son, Atreus, to fulfil his late wife's wish of scattering her ashes from the highest peak in the Nine Realms. Amazon has already renewed God of War for a second season, with Outlander creator Ronald D Moore at the helm, and Shōgun director Frederick EO Toye set to direct the first two episodes. Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen ending explained: Showrunner breaks down final twist
type: item
date: 2026-03-26T16:00:38.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: Netflix
subject: Video
description: Showrunner Haley Z Boston takes us through that bloody final episode.
encoded: **Warning: Major spoilers ahead for the finale episode of Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen.** From the very off, Netflix's new horror warned us that Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen – but did you see that ending coming? The new series, executive produced by Stranger Things creators the Duffer Brothers, follows couple Rachel (Camila Morrone) and Nicky (Adam DiMarco) in the week leading up to their wedding, as strange happenings start plaguing the both of them. A horrifying revelation changes everything for them, however, and their wedding soon becomes a matter of life and death, with Rachel suddenly questioning everything about their relationship. Here's everything you need to know about that dramatic end – complete with a breakdown from showrunner Haley Z Boston. Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen ending explained: What happened to Rachel? While she initially dies from the curse, with it being revealed that Nicky isn't her soulmate, Rachel is resurrected and takes on the mantle of The Witness. Speaking exclusively to Radio Times about that twist, showrunner Boston said: "It was important to me that Rachel was active in the finale and that, even after making her decision, she has to recalibrate, and she gets another chance to make another decision [about whether to marry Nicky]. "And she says no, but of course, I didn't want her to die. That would have been so bleak! Ultimately, by becoming the new Witness, she is reborn. "It's a break-up story, so she gets to leave with this freedom and this new life. And that's kind of how it feels to leave a relationship. It's bittersweet, and obviously you're leaving some hurt people in your wake. "But she's triumphant at the end, and she chooses herself, and that was important to me." Earlier in the season, it was revealed that Rachel and her entire bloodline have been plagued with a curse when it comes to getting married. If they are proposed to, either they marry their soulmate or they die. If they choose not to g…

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Will there be a season 2 of Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen? Showrunner weighs in
type: item
date: 2026-03-26T16:00:25.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: Video
description: Could Rachel be back for more?
encoded: **Warning: Spoilers ahead for Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen.** With Netflix's new horror series, Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, exploring our very worst fears about soulmates and committing to the wrong person, all eyes are on whether there will be a season 2. The series, executive produced by the Duffer Brothers, marking their first project since the end of Stranger Things, sees Camila Morrone's Rachel faced with an increasing sense of dread as her wedding to Adam DiMarco's Nicky approaches. The reason she's so on edge is revealed mid-season (with a scene featuring an unexpected guest star!), and culminates in a very dramatic and blood-soaked finale. But what, if anything, is next for her? Radio Times spoke to showrunner Haley Z Boston to find out. Will there be a Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen season 2? Currently, Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen has not been renewed for a second season – but showrunner Haley Z Boston isn't fully ruling it out. Speaking exclusively to Radio Times, she said: "In my mind, it was always one [season], and it works as one. "I think it's a complete story. Of course, it is a bit open ended – there's a world where the show exists as an anthology if I would be lucky enough to be able to continue that [but] it's such a personal story to me. "I know that's kind of funny to say, because of what happens, but drawing from my own kind of fears, that's what excites me as a filmmaker. So I think I would need to kind of figure out what my next existential fear is in order to continue!" Who could star in a Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen season 2? If the show does return, it sounds like it would be an entirely different cast. Considering how it ended, there's the possibility that Camila Morrone's Rachel Harkin could be back – however, as Boston says, her story may be at an end. Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen available to stream on Netflix now. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available …

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Will there be Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2?
type: item
date: 2026-03-26T10:00:13.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Crunchyroll
description: Including the earliest possible release window.
encoded: The first run of the Sentenced to Be a Hero anime has now reached the end of its opening chapter, with episode 12 closing out its season 1 run – leaving fans to immediately wonder if a season 2 is on the cards. After its 60-minute premiere special on 3 January 2026, the series settled into a weekly Thursday schedule from episode 2 onwards, bringing its first season to a close on 26 March. With both the manga and original light novel still going, it’s natural to ask whether there’ll be more of Xylo Forbartz and Teoritta’s brutal dark fantasy world to come. Here is everything we know so far about the potential for a Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2. Will there be Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2? At the time of writing, Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2 has not been officially announced. The anime’s official website and news archive do not currently list a second season renewal, so any talk of a follow-up remains speculation for now. Still, that doesn’t necessarily mean the story is over. As many fans of the franchise will know, Rocket Shokai’s original light novel series is already up to volume 8, which means there is source material available for the anime to continue adapting if the production committee decides to move ahead. When could Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2 be released? If the series does return, fans probably shouldn’t expect Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2 too quickly, with a potential season 2 arriving in 2027 at the very earliest. The anime was originally due to launch in October 2025 before being pushed back to January 2026 in order to improve the overall quality of the production, as previously confirmed by Crunchyroll. That earlier delay suggests the team is willing to take its time with the series, so a 2027 release feels like the absolute earliest a second season might arrive. That is still only an educated guess, rather than an announced release window. What could Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2 be about? View oEmbed on the source website Without v…

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Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen review: Netflix's blood-soaked thriller values gore over lore
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date: 2026-03-26T08:01:07.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: Review
description: The Night Manager star Camila Morrone steals the show in Netflix's new horror.
encoded: Ever witnessed a wedding where a happily ever after just doesn't seem on the cards? Netflix's blood-soaked new horror series takes that fear to the extreme, shouting from the rooftops with every title card, that Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen by the end of its eight episodes. You can't say you weren't warned... A week before their wedding, Rachel Harkin (Camila Morrone) and Nicky Cunningham (Adam DiMarco) travel to Summer House, the ancestral home of Nicky's family. But multiple strange happenings plague the couple on the way there, leaving Rachel, in particular, more than a little on edge at the beginning of her wedding week. Things only get more unsettling when they get to Summer House and meet the rest of Nicky's imposing family, including his parents, whose marriage he idolises, brutally honest brother Jules (Jeff Wilbusch) and his no-nonsense wife Nell (Karla Crome), larger-than-life sister Portia (Gus Birney), and quiet and watchful nephew Jude (Sawyer Fraser). As Rachel gets closer to her big day, she's filled with an unmistakable sense of dread. But surely everything will be fine once she and Nicky get married, right? Right? Created by Hayley Z Boston and executive produced by the Duffer brothers, marking their first release since Stranger Things, Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen makes for a thrilling watch, perfect for a rainy weekend binge. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/03/SomethingVeryBadIsGoingtoHappennS1E500364616R-0273a13-e1774016662478.jpg" width="2700" height="1800" alt="Camila Morrone as Rachel Harkin, Adam DiMarco as Nicky Cunningham in Something Very Bad is Going to Happen" title="Camila Morrone as Rachel Harkin, Adam DiMarco as Nicky Cunningham in Something Very Bad is Going to Happen" /> It's an interesting premise from showrunner Boston, which taps into fears that have been unintentionally instilled into many from a young age about choosing the right person to marry - and what may happen i…

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Harry Potter TV series spin-offs are not planned at HBO, confirms network CEO
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date: 2026-03-26T08:00:50.000Z
creator: Morgan Jeffery
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: HBO Max
subject: News
description: HBO’s Harry Potter reboot promises a deeper, “books plus” retelling – but don’t expect a sprawling Wizarding World franchise to follow.
encoded: HBO is embarking on a new adaptation of the Harry Potter book series – but don't expect any spin-offs exploring other aspects of the Wizarding World. It's been 16 years since the much-loved film series starring Daniel Radcliffe concluded, and an ambitious new screen version inspired by JK Rowling's novels has been confirmed to be arriving over Christmas 2026. But while the previous films were followed by a spin-off trilogy in the form of the Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them movies, Casey Bloys (chairman and CEO, HBO and Max Content) has insisted that the new TV series is not intended as a launchpad for any kind of Harry Potter shared universe on-screen. "First of all, we'll be so busy… adapting the books is going to be a long process," Bloys told Radio Times. "So, no, the idea is not to go into this and turn it into, you know, a DC or a Marvel, or anything like that. The idea is to go in and do the books. "The opportunity, the creative opportunity, is to spend more time to spend more time with the books than an arbitrary two-hour runtime of a movie." Bloys added that he is "thrilled" with what he's seen of the Harry Potter series so far, describing it "books plus" – in other words, both adapting and expanding on the original novels. "There will be things in the show that were not in the movies, but also were not necessarily in the books, but are not off-canon, you just didn't necessarily see them," he hinted. View oEmbed on the source website Dominic McLaughlin will take on the role of Harry Potter in the new series, joined by Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley and Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger. Meanwhile, John Lithgow will take on the role of Professor Albus Dumbledore, with Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid. Harry Potter author JK Rowling has faced backlash in some quarters due to her views on transgender rights. In 2020, she published a lengthy statement detailing her stance on sex and gend…

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Harry Potter TV series confirms earlier release date with first look trailer and new cast imagery
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date: 2026-03-25T19:38:19.000Z
creator: Phoebe Kowhai Barnes
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: HBO
subject: HBO Max
subject: News
description: Step aside Daniel Radcliffe, there's a new Harry in town.
encoded: A first-look trailer for the all new Harry Potter TV series has just dropped, and it's confirmed that the highly-anticipated show will drop earlier than expected. The new TV adaptation is set to arrive this Christmas, earlier than the original "early 2027" window that had previously been reported. A first-look trailer shows the very beginnings of Harry's story, from being mistreated by his relatives, the Dursleys, to meeting half-giant Hagrid (now played by Nick Frost) and arriving at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. It also hints at previously unseen parts of Harry's story, including showing him at a muggle school. You can watch the trailer below: View oEmbed on the source website New imagery of the cast has also been unveiled. A HBO series was announced back in 2023 and last year the cast was confirmed along with first-look images of them in costume, including of Dominic McLaughlin who is playing the titular role of Harry. At the start of this year, the show was then given a confirmed release schedule of early 2027 before a first-look photo of McLaughlin on set was shared earlier this week. The photo, shared on The official Harry Potter social media account, shows the Boy Wizard clad in red robes, headed towards the Hogwarts quidditch pitch with his broomstick in hand. Gryffindor and Hufflepuff banners can be seen hanging in front of him (along with a poster emblazoned with the names of Ron Weasley's twin brothers, Fred and George), with snow lightly falling on the Hogwarts grounds. McLaughlin was seen in the Sky Original comedy Grow, whilst Stanton is known for having previously starred in the West End production of Matilda, as well as the Andrew Lloyd Webber production of Starlight Express. The new Harry Potter series will be the first proper acting credit for Stout who has only been seen in TV advertisements so far. Harry Potter author JK Rowling has faced backlash in some quarters due to her views on transgender rights. In 2020, she published a leng…

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Good Omens season 3 unveils first look at Michael Sheen's Aziraphale in finale episode
type: item
date: 2026-03-25T17:30:09.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: News
description: This latest peek follows a recent glimpse at David Tennant's Crowley.
encoded: Good Omens season 3 has offered fans a fresh glimpse at Michael Sheen’s Aziraphale ahead of the long-awaited 90-minute finale episode of the fantasy series. Shared on the show’s social media pages, the new image sees Sheen’s angel peering in through a window with a calm but curious expression, framed by the familiar surroundings of what appears to be his beloved bookshop. Dressed in his signature pale coat, waistcoat, and bow tie, Aziraphale looks every bit as immaculate as ever — even if the mood of the shot suggests all is not quite as peaceful as it seems. It makes for a rather different first look than the one recently released for David Tennant’s Crowley, which showed the demon looking distinctly more dishevelled and furious. Put side by side, the two images hint that the Good Omens finale could have both chaos and quiet heartbreak in store as the story comes to an end. Plot details for the final chapter are still being kept firmly under wraps, but the 90-minute special is set to land on 13 May 2026 and will bring the Prime Video adaptation to a close. The series, based on the novel by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, follows the unlikely bond between angel Aziraphale and demon Crowley, whose friendship has repeatedly placed them at the centre of heaven-and-hell-sized trouble. Season 2, ending all the way back in July 2023, left viewers on an emotional cliffhanger, with Aziraphale and Crowley pulled onto very different paths just when it seemed as though they might finally be honest about what they meant to one another. That has left fans particularly eager to see how the finale handles their reunion, or whether it will make things even messier first. Sheen previously teased that the final instalment would give viewers plenty to talk about, suggesting there will be moments fans adore as well as developments that spark debate. Neil Gaiman, co-author of Good Omens, exited the TV series after he was accused of sexual assault, which he has strongly denied. He contr…

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School Spirits future finally confirmed weeks following end of acclaimed season 3 episodes
type: item
date: 2026-03-25T14:29:16.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: News
subject: Paramount Plus
description: With an official announcement from Paramount itself.
encoded: Fans have spent the weeks since the finale asking the same thing: if School Spirits has been renewed for season 4. Now, there’s finally a clear answer. Paramount+ has officially confirmed School Spirits season 4, putting an end to the uncertainty that followed the end of the show’s latest run. The streamer announced the renewal on 24 March, after season 3 wrapped on 4 March, meaning the supernatural drama’s future has been locked in less than a month after its most recent finale. That news will come as a major relief to viewers, because season 4 of School Spirits always felt likely after the way the latest episodes left things hanging. Paramount’s official announcement said the series had closed its third season on a high with critical acclaim, and also noted that the latest run carried a perfect 100% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes. While Paramount+ hasn’t revealed a season 4 release date yet, the renewal suggests there is still plenty more story to tell after that dramatic season 3 ending. Paramount Plus's own post-finale breakdown made clear there are still major loose ends surrounding Maddie, Split River High, and the fallout from the final episode, so a return always seemed more like a necessity than a bonus. The next instalment also looks set to keep the same creative core intact. Paramount confirmed that creators Nate and Megan Trinrud will continue as co-showrunners and executive producers, while Oliver Goldstick remains involved as a consultant. Star Peyton List is also continuing as an executive producer alongside leading the cast on-screen. School Spirits is available to stream Paramount Plus – you can sign up for Paramount Plus now. Add School Spirits to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editori…

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Will there be an Oshi No Ko season 4?
type: item
date: 2026-03-25T08:00:36.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: What a fourth season could involve now that the third is at the endpoint.
encoded: With Oshi No Ko season 3 wrapping up as of 25 March, with its one-hour special for episode 35, whether there will be a season 4 is surely the next major question on many fans’ minds. Based on the manga by Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari, the anime has become a major modern anime hit – there’s one major difference between this and other series like Frieren, Oshi No Ko’s source material has already finished, with the manga ending in November 2024. With that, it’s easy to wonder naturally, fans are already wondering what comes next for Aqua, Ruby, and the rest of the cast, as we know there are more adventures to be had. Has an Oshi No Ko season 4 been confirmed? At the time of writing, Oshi No Ko has not officially been renewed for season 4. The anime’s official website is currently centred on season 3 news, including its finale, with no fourth season announcement listed just yet. That said, a renewal certainly wouldn’t be a surprise. Season 3 was officially announced in October 2024, and with the manga already complete, the anime team now has a full story to work from. That doesn’t confirm season 4, of course — but it does make the chances feel strong. When could a potential Oshi No Ko season 4 be released? If Oshi No Ko is renewed for season 4, we wouldn’t expect it to arrive especially quickly. The first season aired from April to June 2023, the second aired from July to October 2024, and the third began in January 2026. Based on that pattern, 2027 feels like the absolute earliest a fourth season of Oshi No Ko could arrive — and even that is only speculation for now. A 2028 release wouldn’t be out of the question either, depending on the scale of the adaptation and production schedule. For now, though, that remains educated guesswork until an official announcement is made. What could a potential Oshi No Ko season 4 be about? As for what the potential season could cover, based on where season 3 seems to be ending, season 4 would likely focus on the rest of The 15-Year…

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Will there be a Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3?
type: item
date: 2026-03-25T08:00:19.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Crunchyroll
description: Season 2 had a considerably shorter run than season 1 - but what's next?
encoded: It's been a short run for Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2, with the season coming to an end after just 10 episodes (compared to season 1's 28). The anime, which follows immortal elf mage Frieren on her journey to the resting place of souls, has proven a popular adaptation of the widely-loved manga. So, naturally, fans are looking to the future of the anime - but it looks like they're going to have a long wait ahead of them for any more episodes. Here's everything we know so far about the future of the anime - and whether there will be a season 3. Will there be a Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3? Frieren: Beyond Journey's End has not yet been renewed for season 3 and, if it is, the episodes likely won't be coming any time soon. The manga has been on an indefinite hiatus since October 2025, reportedly due to its creators, Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe focusing on their health. While nothing has been confirmed, it seems unlikely that a season 3 will be announced while this hiatus is ongoing. When could a potential Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3 be released? If Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is renewed for season 3, we wouldn't expect to see it any earlier than 2028. Even before the manga hiatus, season 2 premiered almost two and a half years after season 1. We'd expect that timeline to continue - and for there to potentially be a delay on top of that too. View oEmbed on the source website What is the plot of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End? The official synopsis for the show reads: "After the party of heroes defeated the Demon King, they restored peace to the land and returned to lives of solitude. Generations pass, and the elven mage Frieren comes face to face with humanity’s mortality. "She takes on a new apprentice and promises to fulfil old friends’ dying wishes. Can an elven mind make peace with the nature of life and death? Frieren embarks on her quest to find out." As for what season 3 could cover? We'll have to wait until new chapters of the…

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Harry Potter TV series unveils first look – with trailer coming very soon
type: item
date: 2026-03-24T16:34:30.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: HBO
subject: News
description: The new adaptation will be released in 2027.
encoded: Harry Potter fans have officially been given a first look at the upcoming TV series, with a teaser trailer promised imminently. The newly-released image from the HBO series, which will reimagine JK Rowling's novels, shows Dominic McLaughlin's Boy Wizard, clad in red robes, headed towards the Hogwarts quidditch pitch with his broomstick in hand. Gryffindor and Hufflepuff banners can be seen hanging in front of him (along with a poster emblazoned with the names of Ron Weasley's twin brothers, Fred and George), with snow lightly falling on the Hogwarts grounds. The official Harry Potter social media accounts, which shared the image, have also announced a teaser trailer coming on 25 March. McLaughlin will be joined by Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley and Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger. Meanwhile, John Lithgow will take on the role of Professor Albus Dumbledore, with Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid. It's been confirmed that the series will also feature characters cut from the iconic film series, including Professor Cuthbert Binns (played by Richard Durden), and the poltergeist Peeves (whose casting has not been announced). Director Chris Columbus, who helmed the first two movies, previously told Radio Times his hopes for the series including elements from the books that he did not have time for in the films. He said: "There was so much we couldn't put in the films – they weren’t short, they were over two and a half hours long, but I still struggled. It still keeps me up at night sometimes.” Specifically, he shared: “I missed the fact that I was never able to put Peeves in the first film.” Harry Potter author JK Rowling has faced backlash in some quarters due to her views on transgender rights. In 2020, she published a lengthy statement detailing her stance on sex and gender debates – the essay was criticised and disputed by LGBTQ+ charities including Stonewall. Rowling has also shared her views on soci…

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How to watch JoJo's Bizarre Adventure in order
type: item
date: 2026-03-24T14:49:48.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: Evergreen
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: And whether you need to see it all before Steel Ball Run.
encoded: Figuring out how to watch JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure in order can feel oddly daunting at first, especially now that Steel Ball Run (the seventh story arc in the franchise) has started on Netflix. Between the changing protagonists, the different subtitles, and the franchise’s habit of reinventing itself every few arcs, it is easy to see why so many viewers end up searching for the right JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure watch order — being sure that nothing important is missed. The good news is that the anime is much less confusing than its reputation suggests. Once you know how the series is organised, the canon order to watch JoJo becomes far clearer — and there is a simple way to tackle it without missing any of the big character moments or the stranger twists along the way. How to watch JoJo's Bizarre Adventure in order For anyone wondering what order to watch the JoJo anime in, the cleanest answer is to follow the main parts in release order. The official anime portal lists the franchise across six numbered TV seasons, beginning with Phantom Blood and Battle Tendency in the first season, then moving through Stardust Crusaders, Diamond is Unbreakable, Golden Wind, Stone Ocean, and now Steel Ball Run. That means the canon JoJo order to watch is: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Battle Tendency JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean Steel Ball Run: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Do you have to watch JoJo's Bizarre Adventure in order? To understand and enjoy each separate season of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, you don’t need to watch the show in the exact order before Steel Ball Run, but it does become slightly easier to understand the overarching story if you do. This is because each part of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure has its own central cast, its own setting, and its own immediate conflict going on as part of the plot, which…

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BAFTA TV Awards 2026 nominations revealed: Full list of nominees including Celebrity Traitors, Doctor Who legend and EastEnders
type: item
date: 2026-03-24T12:16:53.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: Comedy
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Current Affairs
subject: Documentaries
subject: Drama
subject: EastEnders
subject: Fantasy
subject: Sci-fi
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Soaps
subject: BBC
subject: News
description: Adolescence, A Thousand Blows, Andor, and Trespasses lead the way.
encoded: We finally have the BAFTA TV Awards 2026 nominations in, and it's a big night ahead for Stephen Graham. Multiple nominations are in for the beloved Liverpuddlian actor, including 11 nominations for Adolescence and a further seven for A Thousand Blows. Elsewhere, the acclaimed Star Wars series Andor and Channel 4 historical drama Trespasses each have six nominations, while The Celebrity Traitors has five. Meanwhile, Doctor Who legend Matt Smith is nominated for his turn in The Death of Bunny Munro, while EastEnders and Coronation Street go head to head with Casualty for the Soap award. Read below for the full list of nominees at the BAFTA TV Awards 2026. BAFTA TV Awards 2026 nominations revealed: Full list of nominees including Doctor Who legend and Netflix smash hit Actor in a Comedy Jim Howick, Here We Go Jon Pointing, Big Boys Lenny Rush, Am I Being Unreasonable? Mawaan Rizwan Juice Oliver Savell, Changing Ends Steve Coogan, How Are You? It's Alan (Partridge) Actress in a Comedy Diane Morgan, Mandy Jennifer Saunders, Amandaland Katherine Parkinson, Here We Go Lucy Punch, Amandaland Philippa Dunne, Amandaland Rosie Jones, Pushers Children’s: Non-Scripted A Real Bugs Life Boosnoo! Production Team Deadly 60 Saving Sharks World.war.me (Sky Kids Investigates) Children’s: Scripted Crongton Horrible Science Shaun the Sheep The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball Current Affairs Breaking Ranks: Inside Israel’s War (Exposure) The Covid Contracts: Follow the Money Gaza: Doctors Under Attack Undercover in the Police (Panorama) Daytime The Chase Lorraine Richard Osman’s House of Games Scam Interceptors Drama Series A Thousand Blows Blue Lights Code of Silence This City Is Ours Entertainment The Graham Norton Show Last One Laughing Michael McIntyre’s Big Show Would I Lie to You Entertainment Performance Amanda Holden and Alan Carr, Amanda & Alan’s Spanish Job Bob Mortimer, Last One Laughing Claudia Winkleman, The Celebrity Traitors Lee Mack, The 1% Club Rob Beckett and Romesh R…

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One Piece filler guide: All canon and skippable episodes
type: item
date: 2026-03-24T09:50:51.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: Evergreen
description: You don’t always need a piece of this.
encoded: With more than 1100 episodes to its name, the One Piece anime is bigger than ever, but that means there might be more filler episodes to distinguish from the canon ones, too — making you need a watch guide like this one to follow the adaptation of Eiichiro Oda's manga properly. If you're coming back to the series after some time away, the anime's general premise is the same as it was back when One Piece first aired in 1999: a mischievous rubber man, Monkey D Luffy, has set off on a pirate journey to assemble a crew, reach the Grand Line, and find the franchise's titular treasure that will earn him the name of King of the Pirates. You'd think such a story wouldn't take over 26 years and 1140-something episodes to finish, but both the manga and anime cover a multitude of different stories as part of that overarching plot. In order to help widen the gaps between the manga and anime, though, the latter sometimes introduces filler episodes that are completely disconnected from the source material. These give the manga creators time to catch up, but we know there are plenty of fans who want nothing more than to skip them and just get to the core story. Now, things are getting more complicated as One Piece will be changing its release schedule when it returns for the Elbaph arc, stripping things back to air just 26 episodes a year. So, to help give you the best watching experience of all of One Piece's arcs to fit your preferences, we'll take you through which anime episodes are filler and canon, what's a mixture of the two, and where you can watch the whole series right now. Which One Piece episodes are purely skippable filler? After confirming reports by Crunchyroll and Anime Filler List, the complete list of One Piece episodes that are entirely skippable filler is as follows: Episodes 54-60: Warship Island arc Episodes 98-99: Arabasta arc Episode 102: Arabasta arc Episodes 131-135: Post-Arabasta arc Episodes 136-138: Goat Island arc Episodes 139-143: Ruluka Island arc E…

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When could Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure episode 2 be released?
type: item
date: 2026-03-24T09:37:42.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: Netflix
description: The beloved anime franchise is back in business.
encoded: With anime fans having raced through Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure episode 1, the wait is on for episode 2 to arrive on Netflix. Steel Ball Run, the all new series, is the long-awaited adaptation of Part 7 of Hirohiko Araki's beloved manga series. Fans are delighted to delve back into the adventure, which follows Johnny Joestar, a former jockey who lost the use of his legs in a freak accident, as he heads on a cross-continental horse race in the hopes of winning a monumental grand prize. But, with just one episode being released, fans are wondering when we might get to see more. Here's what we know so far. When could Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure episode 2 be released? Netflix has not yet confirmed the release schedule for Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, so we can only speculate at this stage. We do know that the schedule will not be weekly, which leaves the dreaded "batch release" format, meaning it could be months before we see episode 2. Director Yasuhiro Kimura also gave a disappointing update when speaking in a recent interview. "I want to see it soon, too! When will it be? I don’t know," Kimura told <a href="https://anitrendz.net/news/2026/03/20/steel-ball-run-jojos-bizarre-adventure-director-yasuhiro-kimura-talks-how-he-rode-a-horse-for-research/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-id="inline-link" data-url="https://anitrendz.net/news/2026/03/20/steel-ball-run-jojos-bizarre-adventure-director-yasuhiro-kimura-talks-how-he-rode-a-horse-for-research/" data-hl-processed="none" data-mrf-recirculation="inline-link" data-hawk-tracked="hawklinks">AniTrendz. "It takes a lot of time to make just one episode, but production is going smoothly, and I’m looking forward to seeing the finished episode as much as you are!" So, currently episode 2's release date is up in the air - but we'll update this page when we have more information. View oEmbed on the source website How many episodes will there be in Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarr…

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Hell's Paradise season 2 release schedule: When is episode 12 out?
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date: 2026-03-23T14:52:00.000Z
creator: Nicola Austin
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: Gabimaru's fight for survival on Shinsenkyo island continues.
encoded: Hell’s Paradise finally returned for its second season at the start of 2026, continuing to explore the aftermath of the brutal trials on the isolated island, as Gabimaru and the remaining survivors - along with the executioners - continue their search for the fabled Elixir of Life. The series, from director Kaori Makita and studio MAPPA, follows the assassin and his uneasy alliance with the other convicts as they face an increasingly dangerous Tensen. As the second instalment approaches its conclusion, the story dives deeper into the secrets of the island, including Shinsenkyo’s life energy system - explored through Tensen biology and Tao - and the Elixir itself. Read on for the full breakdown when you can expect to see the remaining episodes of Hell's Paradise season 2. Hell’s Paradise season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out? Hell’s Paradise season 2 premiered on 11 January 2026, as previously revealed in Crunchyroll’s Winter 2026 anime season lineup announcement last December. Current information suggests the second season will run for 12 episodes in total. Based on that, here is the expected release schedule for the remaining episodes: Episode 1 - Dawn and Confusion - 11 January 2026 (out now) Episode 2 - Reality and Fantasy - 18 January 2026 (out now) Episode 3 - Immutability and Change - 25 January 2026 (out now) Episode 4 - The Samurai Code and Carnage - 1 February 2026 (out now) Episode 5 - Humans and Sages - 8 February 2026 (out now) Episode 6 - Conflict and Growing Together - 15 February 2026 - (out now) Episode 7 - Two People and One Person - 22 February 2026 (out now) Episode 8 - Chrysanthemum and Peach - 1 March 2026 (out now) Episode 9 - Love and Karma - 8 March 2026 (out now) Episode 10 - Master and Student - 15 March 2026 (out now) Episode 11 - TBC - 22 March 2026 (out now) Episode 12 - TBC - 29 March 2026 What time are new Hell’s Paradise season 2 episodes released? As previously confirmed by Crunchyroll, new episodes of Hell’s Paradise …

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One Piece anime confirms exciting cast update ahead of long-awaited return
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date: 2026-03-23T14:23:14.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Crunchyroll
subject: News
description: Joined by two anime veterans.
encoded: The countdown to One Piece’s anime return is nearly over, and the sense of anticipation around Elbaph has only continued to grow, especially now that two new casting announcements have been revealed. After months away from screens, the series is set to resume on 5 April in Japan, picking up with one of the manga’s most long-awaited storylines and ushering in the next phase of the Straw Hats' adventure. That comeback already feels like a major event in itself, especially after the franchise confirmed a three-month break from January to March 2026 as part of a broader production shake-up. Now, with the premiere drawing closer, fans have another reason to get excited. View oEmbed on the source website In a post shared by the series’ official X account, One Piece confirmed that Ayane Sakura will voice Gerd, while Ryota Takeuchi will play Road in the upcoming Elbaph arc. In the manga, Gerd and Road aren’t just random new faces for the anime. Both are giants from Elbaph and are tied to the New Giant Warrior Pirates, the crew led by Hajrudin. Gerd serves as the crew’s doctor, while Road is its navigator It’s a smart bit of casting, too, given the experience of both of these voice actors. Many anime fans will already know Sakura for roles including Ochaco Uraraka in My Hero Academia and Fiona Frost in Spy x Family, while Takeuchi is well known for playing Elias Ainsworth in The Ancient Magus’ Bride and Wakatoshi Ushijima in Haikyu!!. View oEmbed on the source website The same announcement also said comments from both performers will be published in Weekly Shonen Jump issue 18, which goes on sale on 30 March. Elbaph has been teased for years in the wider One Piece story, especially since the Egghead Arc ended after episode 1155. With the Straw Hats finally about to visit the home of Dorry and Brogy, who many Netflix fans will have seen for the first time in season 2 of the live-action One Piece show, this new anime season is about to get even more action-packed. One Piece is…

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Dr Stone season 4 release schedule: When is Part 3 out on Crunchyroll?
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date: 2026-03-23T11:43:45.000Z
creator: Gavia Baker Whitelaw
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: Here's everything we know about season 4 of the Dr Stone anime, titled Dr Stone: Science Future!
encoded: Now in its fourth and final season, Dr Stone is back with a vengeance, with fans eagerly awaiting its third and final part after the second cour concluded in September 2025. Taking place in the distant future, this sci-fi anime series began with a bizarrely original kind of apocalypse, freezing the entire human population in stasis in 2019. Thousands of years later, teen genius Senku Ishigami wakes up and decides to rebuild human civilisation in an ambitious new direction. One of the big headlines for this season is the arrival of Dr Xeno Houston Wingfield, a major villain from the original Dr Stone manga series. He's the leader of a group that Senku encounters in North America, and like Senku he prides himself in being a technological and scientific genius, providing a worthy adversary for the story's final act. Read on to learn everything we know about Dr Stone: Science Future's season 4 part 3 release schedule! Dr Stone season 4 part 3 release schedule: When are new episodes out? Dr Stone season 4 part 3 is almost upon us, with anime and manga specialist Crunchyroll revealing just when the third instalment will hit the popular streaming service. The show - based on Riichiro Inagaki and Boichi’s original manga – will officially return on Thursday 2nd April. Below is the expected release schedule for the remaining episodes following a weekly format: Episode 25 - 2nd April 2026 Episode 26 - 9th April 2026 Episode 27 - 16th April 2026 Episode 28 - 23rd April 2026 Episode 29 - 30th April 2026 Episode 30 - 7th May 2026 Episode 31 - 14th May 2026 Episode 32 - 21st May 2026 Episode 33 - 28th May 2026 Episode 34 - 4th June 2026 Episode 35 - 11th June 2026 Episode 36 - 18th June 2026 What time are new episodes of Dr Stone season 4 released? New episodes of Dr Stone season 4 are expected to be released at the following times: 2pm GMT 6am PST 9am EST This follows the Japanese broadcast time of 10:00pm JST, with Crunchyroll confirming that episodes will stream as they are rel…

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Harry Potter TV series star says he has received death threats over taking Snape role: "I’d be lying if I said it doesn’t affect me emotionally"
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date: 2026-03-22T11:53:06.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: HBO Max
description: The Capture star Paapa Essiedu will portray Severus Snape in the upcoming TV series.
encoded: Paapa Essiedu has said he has received death threats following his casting in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series. The British actor, known for his turns in I May Destroy You and The Capture, will portray the iconic and enigmatic character Severus Snape in the HBO Max adaptation of JK Rowling's much-loved novels. Speaking to The Sunday Times, Essiedu has shared that abusive responses to his casting in the show, which will premiere in early 2027, have not been a comfortable experience for him. "It really matters," he told the paper. "The reality is that if I look at Instagram I will see somebody saying, ‘I’m going to come to your house and kill you.’ So while I’m pretty sure I’m not going to be murdered…" After reportedly laughing, he is noted to have added: "That could age badly! But, yes, while I hope I’ll be OK, nobody should have to encounter this for doing their job. Many people put their lives on the line in their work. I’m playing a wizard in Harry Potter. And I’d be lying if I said it doesn’t affect me emotionally." Despite any vitriol experienced, Essiedu said that "the abuse fuels" him and has made him more "passionate" about taking on the role of Snape. He said of himself as a child: "I would imagine myself at Hogwarts on broomsticks, and the idea that a kid like me can see themselves represented in that world? That’s motivation to not be intimidated by someone saying they’d rather I died instead of doing work I’m going to be really proud of." Last year, Harry Potter film series star Jason Isaacs spoke out against the "racist" abuse that Essiedu was facing over Essiedu's casting in the TV series adaptation. “Paapa Essiedu is one of the best actors I’ve ever seen in my life. I’ve seen some people online who are being rude about him. What they’re being is racist,” Isaacs said at FanExpo Denver, according to Collider. “All the cast of the new Harry Potter TV series are amazing. They will be swallowing their tongues, hopefully – you know, their digital tongues…

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