Catch up with some gaming, movie, and TV news that may have flown under your radar. Let’s recap!
‘Donkey Kong 64’ Revealed for NSO
We’re just a week out from Summer Game Fest, and the news has been flowing. This week we got the news that Donkey Kong 64 is finalllyyy being added to Nintendo Switch Online on June 3.
New ‘The Simpsons’ Disney+ Exclusive Episodes This Summer
Disney revealed three new episodes of The Simpsons will air on Disney+ this summer, starting June 17.
We also got a look at the episode synopsis from Disney:
- “Extreme Makeover: Homer Edition”
- Premieres June 17, 2026, exclusively on Disney+
- In this Disney+ exclusive double-episode, Homer and Marge’s fun couples’ date night goes off the rails when Marge learns Homer left the kids unsupervised with only the doorbell camera as a babysitter. Frustrated with her imperfect husband, a tipsy Marge stirs up a trilogy of fantasies of a different Homer. The special guest stars Betty Gilpin, with musical guests Laufey and Tegan and Sara.
- “Simpsley”
- Premieres July 3, 2026, exclusively on Disney+
- When penniless con-artist Marge Bouvier is sent to Italy to convince wealthy sap Seymour Skinner to come home, she’s tempted by the trappings of his affluent lifestyle. But there’s a big fat fly in the ointment: Skinner’s clingy, dim-witted mooch of a houseguest, Homer Simpsley. Lies, lust and Italian lira are abound in this Disney+ exclusive Simpsons noir.
- “Yellow Mirror”
- Premieres Aug. 26, 2026. exclusively on Disney+
- A defective lamp reveals a heartbreaking truth about what Homer believes is reality, and an AI-powered tablet befriends and controls Maggie. The Simpsons struggle to find the light through two dark tales of the curious and bizarre in this Disney+ exclusive.
‘The Get Out’ Trailer, Poster
We got a look at The Get Out‘s official trailer and poster as its June 26 premiere date inches closer. The film stars Russell Crowe, Luke Evans, Teresa Palmer, with Nina Dobrev and Aaron Paul.
A nightclub owner (Russell Crowe) is forced back into a violent game of cat and mouse when masked gunmen (Nina Dobrev, Aaron Paul), cartel threats, and a mysterious buyer (Luke Evans) turn his escape plan into a deadly trap.
Brief History of Robin Hood, Narrated by Hugh Jackman
We got another promo for The Death of Robin Hood in the form of a brief history, narrated by star of the film Hugh Jackson. The Death of Robin Hood hits theaters on June 19.
‘Primetime’ Teaser Showcases Robert Pattinson as ‘To Catch a Predator’ Host Chris Hansen
A24’s upcoming Primetime got a first official teaser. The film will release in theaters this fall.
Lionsgate Gives ‘John Rambo’ a 2027 Release Date
The Rambo franchise’s next film got its official release date from Lionsgate: June 4, 2027. The prequel will focus on John Rambo’s origin story and the events leading up to First Blood (1982).
Starring Noah Centineo, John Rambo is directed by Jalmari Helander (Sisu), the film is produced by Kevin King Templeton, Les Weldon, Jonathan Yunger, Angela Russo-Otstot, and Michael Disco, and executive produced by Sylvester Stallone, Anthony & Joe Russo, Trevor Short, Dallas Sonnier, and Amanda Presmyk. It is written by Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani.
‘Tekken 8’ Final Season 3 Pass Character Revealed
Bandai Namco gave gamers a look at Tekken 8‘s final character releasing in the Season 3 Pass: Yujiro Hanma, the “Strongest Creature on Earth.” Yujiro will be available in early 2027.
‘Rick and Morty’ Season 9 Gets Blu-Ray, DVD Release Date
Rick and Morty: The Complete Ninth Season will release on Blu-Ray and DVD on November 3, which will include all 10 episodes plus bonus content exclusive to the new home release.
‘Spa Weekend’ Official Trailer
Spa Weekend hits theaters on August 21, starring Leslie Mann, Isla Fisher, Michelle Buteau & Anna Faris.
In the spirit of BAD MOMS and THE HANGOVER, SPA WEEKEND is a hilarious and heartfelt comedy about four lifelong friends who realize that somewhere between careers, relationships, families and everyday responsibilities, they have forgotten how to take care of themselves and each other. Burned out and overdue for a break, the women escape to a luxury spa retreat for what turns out to be an unforgettable weekend dedicated to fun, laughter, and a lot of really bad decisions.
