While You Were Offline: Droppin’ Balloons and Sick Burns All Over the Place

To sum up this week online: Politics! Drake's dad! Balloons! The post While You Were Offline: Droppin' Balloons and Sick Burns All Over the Place appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Droppin’ Balloons and Sick Burns All Over the Place

Damn It Feels Good to Be a Star Trek Fan

There's a new movie in theaters and a new TV show on the way. It's a great time for Trekkies to live long and prosper. The post Damn It Feels Good to Be a Star Trek Fan appeared first on WIRED. Damn It Feels Good to Be a Star Trek Fan

Emoji Advice from Werner Herzog—A Guy Who Doesn’t Have a Smartphone

WIRED asked the filmmaker for his advice on Internet etiquette. Here's what he had to offer. The post Emoji Advice from Werner Herzog—A Guy Who Doesn't Have a Smartphone appeared first on WIRED. Emoji Advice from Werner Herzog—A Guy Who Doesn’t Have a Smartphone

Cape Watch: Here’s Everything You Missed Because of Comic-Con

OK, to be fair, these things happened before, during, and after Comic-Con International, but they still might've escaped your attention. Catch up here. The post Cape Watch: Here's Everything You Missed Because of Comic-Con appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Here’s Everything You Missed Because of Comic-Con

Culture Podcast: We’ve Recovered From Comic-Con and Need to Talk About It

Here's what we really thought of all those Marvel, DC, and cult TV panels in San Diego last week. The post Culture Podcast: We've Recovered From Comic-Con and Need to Talk About It appeared first on WIRED. Culture Podcast: We’ve Recovered From Comic-Con and Need to Talk About It

Design FX: Hardly Anything in Star Trek Beyond Is Real

Sure, the acting is real—but most of the spaceships and aliens in Justin Lin's latest addition to the franchise were made with VFX. Here's how. The post Design FX: Hardly Anything in Star Trek Beyond Is Real appeared first on WIRED. Design FX: Hardly Anything in Star Trek Beyond Is Real

Rey Was Comic-Con’s New Favorite Cosplay, and We’re Loving It

There were Reys all over Comic-Con this year—so we started to ask them why she was so popular. The post Rey Was Comic-Con’s New Favorite Cosplay, and We’re Loving It appeared first on WIRED. Rey Was Comic-Con’s New Favorite Cosplay, and We’re Loving It

Star Trek Beyond’s Breakout Star Sofia Boutella Shows Us What’s on Her iPhone

She's apparently a big fan of the Shins. The post Star Trek Beyond's Breakout Star Sofia Boutella Shows Us What’s on Her iPhone appeared first on WIRED. Star Trek Beyond’s Breakout Star Sofia Boutella Shows Us What’s on Her iPhone

Kurt Russell Is Indeed Star-Lord’s Dad in the GOTG Sequel

And he's playing Ego. Naturally. The post Kurt Russell Is Indeed Star-Lord’s Dad in the GOTG Sequel appeared first on WIRED. Kurt Russell Is Indeed Star-Lord’s Dad in the GOTG Sequel

Room Actress Brie Larson Is Your New Captain Marvel

The casting was announced during Marvel Studios' Comic-Con panel. The post Room Actress Brie Larson Is Your New Captain Marvel appeared first on WIRED. Room Actress Brie Larson Is Your New Captain Marvel

We Finally Know the New Title (and Ship) of Next Year’s Star Trek Series

The new series will debut on CBS All Access in 2017. The post We Finally Know the New Title (and Ship) of Next Year's Star Trek Series appeared first on WIRED. We Finally Know the New Title (and Ship) of Next Year’s Star Trek Series

Wonder Woman Is the Hero the World Deserves Right Now

Wonder Woman got the first big panel on the biggest day of Comic-Con. All eyes are on her—and they should be. The post Wonder Woman Is the Hero the World Deserves Right Now appeared first on WIRED. Wonder Woman Is the Hero the World Deserves Right Now

Here’s the Suicide Squad Teaser That Just Rocked Comic-Con

Couldn't make it to Hall H? The teaser director David Ayer just showed to the audience there is now on Twitter. The post Here's the Suicide Squad Teaser That Just Rocked Comic-Con appeared first on WIRED. Here’s the Suicide Squad Teaser That Just Rocked Comic-Con

Oculus’ Newest Tool Is For Comic Artists, Too

Oculus' Medium tool is for sculpting in VR, but just about anyone who wants to draw can use it—even the guy behind "Batman Beyond." The post Oculus’ Newest Tool Is For Comic Artists, Too appeared first on WIRED. Oculus’ Newest Tool Is For Comic Artists, Too

Please Do Enjoy This Game of Thrones Blooper Reel

Man, Peter Dinklage really can't pronounce "benevolent" can he? The post Please Do Enjoy This Game of Thrones Blooper Reel appeared first on WIRED. Please Do Enjoy This Game of Thrones Blooper Reel

6 Things We Learned at the Game of Thrones Comic-Con Panel

Well, that's one way for Samwell Tarly to die. The post 6 Things We Learned at the Game of Thrones Comic-Con Panel appeared first on WIRED. 6 Things We Learned at the Game of Thrones Comic-Con Panel

The New Ghostbusters Is Full of Missed Opportunities

In the new 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast, the panel discusses the ways director Paul Feig's movie could've been better. The post The New Ghostbusters Is Full of Missed Opportunities appeared first on WIRED. The New Ghostbusters Is Full of Missed Opportunities

Who Does the Game of Thrones Cast Think Should Get the Iron Throne?

The cast entertained one very important question during their Comic-Con panel. Here's what they said. The post Who Does the Game of Thrones Cast Think Should Get the Iron Throne? appeared first on WIRED. Who Does the Game of Thrones Cast Think Should Get the Iron Throne?

There Might Actually Be a Warm Bodies Sequel

Teresa Palmer, who played Julie in the original film, says there's a chance we might get a follow-up to the zombie rom-com. The post There Might Actually Be a Warm Bodies Sequel appeared first on WIRED. There Might Actually Be a Warm Bodies Sequel

Yes, Mr. Robot Plays Pokémon Go

Despite the fact that his castmates have reservations, Christian Slater is on a quest to catch 'em all. The post Yes, Mr. Robot Plays Pokémon Go appeared first on WIRED. Yes, Mr. Robot Plays Pokémon Go

Luc Besson’s Valerian Is Exactly What Hollywood Needs Right Now

The director and his cast presented some footage from the forthcoming movie during their Hall H panel at Comic-Con and it promises to be very epic. The post Luc Besson's Valerian Is Exactly What Hollywood Needs Right Now appeared first on WIRED. Luc Besson’s Valerian Is Exactly What Hollywood Needs Right Now

Want the Best Iron Man Cosplay for Comic-Con? Call This Guy

Meet Shawn Thorsson—the superhero of cosplay. The post Want the Best Iron Man Cosplay for Comic-Con? Call This Guy appeared first on WIRED. Want the Best Iron Man Cosplay for Comic-Con? Call This Guy

Culture Podcast: Go See Ghostbusters Because We Told You So

This week the WIRED Culture podcast crew has some serious ghost-busting feelings to process. There's also some giddy excitement for Comic-Con, too. The post Culture Podcast: Go See Ghostbusters Because We Told You So appeared first on WIRED. Culture Podcast: Go See Ghostbusters Because We Told You So

Cantina Talk: Darth Vader Is Coming to Virtual Reality [Cue Imperial March]

Star Wars Celebration Europe brought a lot of news, including updates on 'Rogue One' and 'Episode VIII' and a little something we're calling Vader Reality. The post Cantina Talk: Darth Vader Is Coming to Virtual Reality [Cue Imperial March] appeared first on WIRED. Cantina Talk: Darth Vader Is Coming to Virtual Reality [Cue Imperial March]

An Armed Society Is a Dystopian Society

For his short story "Blood Drive" Jeffrey Ford imagined a world where guns are required in high schools. It feels all too real. The post An Armed Society Is a Dystopian Society appeared first on WIRED. An Armed Society Is a Dystopian Society

While You Were Offline: Haters to the Left and the Right and OK Yeah Everywhere

Taylor Swift, Pokémon, and more Taylor Swift dominated the Internet last week. Here's what you need to know to catch up. The post While You Were Offline: Haters to the Left and the Right and OK Yeah Everywhere appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Haters to the Left and the Right and OK Yeah Everywhere

We Love You, Kate McKinnon. And Thanks for Saving Ghostbusters

There are lots of reasons to go see director Paul Feig's new movie. But there’s only one that matters: bearing witness to the ascension of Kate McKinnon. The post We Love You, Kate McKinnon. And Thanks for Saving Ghostbusters appeared first on WIRED. We Love You, Kate McKinnon. And Thanks for Saving Ghostbusters

Margaret Atwood’s Part-Cat, Part-Bird Graphic Novel Hero Has Great Pecs

Check out a preview of the author's first foray into graphic novels here. The post Margaret Atwood’s Part-Cat, Part-Bird Graphic Novel Hero Has Great Pecs appeared first on WIRED. Margaret Atwood’s Part-Cat, Part-Bird Graphic Novel Hero Has Great Pecs

Cape Watch: A Matt Damon Batman Movie? Uh, Yes Please

He might currently be returning to his role as Jason Bourne, but Matt Damon isn't opposed to the idea of joining a Caped Crusader flick. The post Cape Watch: A Matt Damon Batman Movie? Uh, Yes Please appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: A Matt Damon Batman Movie? Uh, Yes Please

The YouTubers Pushing India’s Millennials to Talk About Tough Issues (Penises, for Instance)

In a country where both mobile internet access and video is growing at an enormous rate, some companies see an opportunity to help young people The post The YouTubers Pushing India's Millennials to Talk About Tough Issues (Penises, for Instance) appeared first on WIRED. The YouTubers Pushing India’s Millennials to Talk About Tough Issues (Penises, for Instance)

Culture Podcast: Halp, We Can’t Stop Playing Pokémon Go

Sure there were movies and TV we could've spent time on last week, but we mostly spent the last few days staring at our phones. The post Culture Podcast: Halp, We Can’t Stop Playing Pokémon Go appeared first on WIRED. Culture Podcast: Halp, We Can’t Stop Playing Pokémon Go

Carly Chaikin Answers Your Mr. Robot Questions (Hint: Yes, It’s Realistic)

Also, she thinks hackers will rule the world. The post Carly Chaikin Answers Your Mr. Robot Questions (Hint: Yes, It’s Realistic) appeared first on WIRED. Carly Chaikin Answers Your Mr. Robot Questions (Hint: Yes, It’s Realistic)

How Well Does Paul Feig Know His Ghosts? We Quizzed Him

Does the director know about the Wizard Clip? The Hair Witch? WIRED asked him about some ghost stories to see if he could tell the real ones from the fake. The post How Well Does Paul Feig Know His Ghosts? We Quizzed Him appeared first on WIRED. How Well Does Paul Feig Know His Ghosts? We Quizzed Him

No Matter How Good it Is, The New Ghostbusters Can’t Win

Unless it can send us back in time, this movie has an impossible task. The post No Matter How Good it Is, The New Ghostbusters Can’t Win appeared first on WIRED. No Matter How Good it Is, The New Ghostbusters Can’t Win

While You Were Offline: Beyoncé Calls for Action and Sulu Comes Out

From Beyoncé's response to more police shootings to Spice Girls' "Wannabe" becoming a gender equality song to Sulu's coming out, it was a busy week online. The post While You Were Offline: Beyoncé Calls for Action and Sulu Comes Out appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Beyoncé Calls for Action and Sulu Comes Out

The Return of Arthur C. Clarke’s Fantastic Vision of Jupiter

In the latest 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast, Stephen Baxter discusses the sequel he co-wrote to Arthur C. Clarke's "A Meeting with Medusa" novella. The post The Return of Arthur C. Clarke’s Fantastic Vision of Jupiter appeared first on WIRED. The Return of Arthur C. Clarke’s Fantastic Vision of Jupiter

Cape Watch: Anna Kendrick as Squirrel Girl Would Be the Best Marvel Movie Ever

The actress has an idea for which Marvel hero she should play. And it's a pretty good one. The post Cape Watch: Anna Kendrick as Squirrel Girl Would Be the Best Marvel Movie Ever appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Anna Kendrick as Squirrel Girl Would Be the Best Marvel Movie Ever

If You Don’t Think Dana Carvey Was Hans Your Buttocks Are ‘Soft Like Marshmallows’

Comedian Dana Carvey has played a lot of characters, from Garth to the Church Lady, but he's never been in a Marvel movie. So stop asking, Internet. The post If You Don’t Think Dana Carvey Was Hans Your Buttocks Are 'Soft Like Marshmallows' appeared first on WIRED. If You Don’t Think Dana Carvey Was Hans Your Buttocks Are ‘Soft Like Marshmallows’

Cantina Talk: Chill Out. Darth Vader Will Be in Rogue One

Yes, the big dude will be back in black in the next Star Wars movie. And that's not all we know about it. Read on for more. The post Cantina Talk: Chill Out. Darth Vader Will Be in Rogue One appeared first on WIRED. Cantina Talk: Chill Out. Darth Vader Will Be in Rogue One

While You Were Offline: You Stay Classy, #HeterosexualPrideDay

Also, Hillary Clinton wrote a good-bye letter to a beloved website and we're still unable to take our eyes off Brexit. Just another week in paradise. The post While You Were Offline: You Stay Classy, #HeterosexualPrideDay appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: You Stay Classy, #HeterosexualPrideDay

Penny Dreadful Wasn’t Supposed to End This Way

The Showtime gothic drama had a shocking Season 3 finale. So shocking that it's still hard to believe. The post Penny Dreadful Wasn't Supposed to End This Way appeared first on WIRED. Penny Dreadful Wasn’t Supposed to End This Way