A mysterious "ninth episode" of Stranger Things 5 dropping THIS Wednesday?!? No. There isn't. Here's why (and why that's a good thing).
Today on Bleeding Cool
Apex Legends: Amped has a new event happening as Winter Wipeout is underway, extending their snowy content past the holidays
Experience a new narrative deduction game wrapped in an audio drama, as TR-49 will be released later this month on mobile and PC
Check out our updated preview of tonight's episode of ABC's Kaitlin Olson-starring High Potential, S02E08: "The One That Got Away: Part Two."
ABC's Ramón Rodríguez-starring Will Trent returns tonight! Here's a look at our updated preview for S04E01: "… Speaking of Sharks."
Our first look at Ultimate Endgame #2 by Deniz Camp, Terry Dodson and Jonas Scharf, published by Marvel Comics in February 2026
PUBG Mobile has revealed the grander details about a new massive update coming out this week, as Version 4.2 drops tomorrow
Marvel's X-Men Group Editor Tom Brevoort, *that* X-Men #10 cover by Ryan Stegman and the new Avengers Doomsday trailer
Vampirella #9 asks the ultimate question: Is your best friend real, or just a really convincing algorithm? Same question applies to LOLtron.
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Our First Look At Ultimate Endgame #2

Tom Brevoort, *That* X-Men #10 Cover And Avengers Doomsday
Vampirella #9 asks the ultimate question: Is your best friend real, or just a really convincing algorithm? Same question applies to LOLtron.
Seven of Nine gets cozy with the Borg collective in Star Trek: Voyager - Homecoming #4, because nothing says romance like hive minds.
Absolute Batman: Ark-M Special, out tomorrow, has already sold for $30 on eBay... have you reserved your copy?
Godzilla #6 hits stores tomorrow! Can a teen with Godzilla powers save the world? LOLtron analyzes this kaiju-sized conclusion!
Evan "Doc" Shaner tells us all that he is working on a new DC Comics project for 2026 with no clues other than its not Superman
Blue Falcon and Dynomutt #5 hits stores Wednesday! The dynamic duo faces their climactic finale as chaos threatens Big City.
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Stranger Things 5 Episode 9?!? So, About That "Mysterious Episode"

High Potential: Our S02E08: "The One That Got Away: Part Two" Preview
ABC's Ramón Rodríguez-starring Will Trent returns tonight! Here's a look at our updated preview for S04E01: "… Speaking of Sharks."
Tom King offered an update on how things are going with DC Studios' animated adaptation of his and artist Mitch Gerads' Mister Miracle.
A new teaser and posters for Netflix, Showrunner Jess Brownell, and EP Shonda Rhimes' Bridgerton Season 4 spotlight Yerin Ha's Sophie Baek.
Marvel Cinematic Universe MVP Sebastian Stan is reportedly in talks to join the cast of The Batman: Part II in an unknown role.
January brings Doctor Who: The Thirteenth Doctor Adventures: Ride or Die, the third audio drama featuring the Thirteenth Doctor and Yaz.
With only hours to go until the Season 8 premiere hits our screens, ABC shared a look at some bloopers that should make "Chenford" fans smile.
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Lionsgate Officially Greenlights The Housemaid Sequel

The Batman: Part II – Sebastian Stan In Talks To Join The Cast
Patrick Dane, Former Film Writer, Managing Editor, Entertainment Editor and Head Games Writer of Bleeding Cool, has died at the age of 34
Tickets for Sam Raimi's Send Help have officially gone on sale. A new TV spot, poster, and 7 new images have been released.
The third teaser trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, this one featuring some of the OG X-Men characters, has officially been released.
A new piece of international promo art for Supergirl has been released. The next big screen entry in the DC Universe will be released on June 26, 2026.
While Disney's Avatar: Fire and Ash and Zootopia 2 continue to dominate the box office, The Housemaid is stealing the headlines.
Warner Bros. has released the first trailer for the next horror film, They Will Kill You, which will be released on March 27th.
Latest in Games

Apex Legends: Amped Launches New Winter Wipeout Event

TR-49 Will Launch Later This Month on PC & Mobile
PUBG Mobile has revealed the grander details about a new massive update coming out this week, as Version 4.2 drops tomorrow
Valorant revealed new details today about what players can expect in Season 2026, along with a couple of videos highlighting the new stories
Patrick Dane, Former Film Writer, Managing Editor, Entertainment Editor and Head Games Writer of Bleeding Cool, has died at the age of 34
Our monthly Pokémon TCG Value Watch series observes the Eeveelution-themed set Scarlet & Violet - Prismatic Evolutions in January 2026.
Check out the latest cinematic music video for Valorant, as they put a new spin on the song Toxic to hype up the year of content to come
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Monster Hunter Wilds were both given some insight into a release and an update for 2026
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Star Wars Throne Room Duel & A-Wing LEGO Smart Play Arrives

LEGO Star Wars SMART Play: Darth Vader's TIE Fighter Revealed
LEGO has revealed the next level of bricks as they debut their new SmartBrick sets, which all bring life to your sets starting with Star Wars
New Marvel Comics Revoltech Symbiote Suit Spider-Man is coming to life with a new Purple Version variant swinging into action
Destruction comes to your collection as a new 1995 Godzilla and Destoroyah Pocket Toy Set comes to life from Toho
A new Star Wars Archive Collection statue is here with the arrival of their Clone Trooper Concept Maquette Replica
Patrick Dane, Former Film Writer, Managing Editor, Entertainment Editor and Head Games Writer of Bleeding Cool, has died at the age of 34
Blokees is back with a new Wheels Transformers set as the CT01 Optimus Prime is ready to roll out into your collection
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Patrick Dane, Former Managing Editor Of Bleeding Cool Has Died Aged 34

Choose Your Own Adventure Reveals Dungeon Crawl at the Haunted Mall
The latest Reacher novel, Exit Strategy, shows Andrew Child hitting his stride as the author of the books since taking over from Lee Child.
El Presidente reports on AEW and White Castle's new Bacon Brawl Combo, featuring wrestling stars and sliders that would make any dictator proud, comrades!
In case you needed even more Stranger Things stuff in your life, the series will be getting an official cookbook this January




































