While You Were Offline: Wonder Woman Comes Out and Portland Turns on Portlandia

Also, you have to get up pretty early in the morning to catch Donald Trump's sex tape tweets. The post While You Were Offline: Wonder Woman Comes Out and Portland Turns on Portlandia appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Wonder Woman Comes Out and Portland Turns on Portlandia

The Secrets of Luke Cage, Straight From Its Showrunner

In this special edition of the WIRED Culture podcast, Cheo Hodari Coker talks about what it's like to work with Marvel and what makes superhero TV special. The post The Secrets of Luke Cage, Straight From Its Showrunner appeared first on WIRED. The Secrets of Luke Cage, Straight From Its Showrunner

5 Comics You Must Read Next Month

In what must be a sign from the comic book heavens, next month some of the best releases of the year are all arriving on the same day. The post 5 Comics You Must Read Next Month appeared first on WIRED. 5 Comics You Must Read Next Month

The Inside Story Behind Disney’s ‘Radical’ Queen of Katwe

Director Mira Nair's movie about a young chess champion from a Ugandan slum is more art house than Mouse House. Inside one exec's quest to get it made. The post The Inside Story Behind Disney's 'Radical' Queen of Katwe appeared first on WIRED. The Inside Story Behind Disney’s ‘Radical’ Queen of Katwe

Cape Watch: Look Out for Doctor Strange in Avengers: Infinity War

This week we got a lot of news about the upcoming Doctor Strange movie (and what will come after it). Also, some quick glimpses of Spidey and the Flash. The post Cape Watch: Look Out for Doctor Strange in Avengers: Infinity War appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Look Out for Doctor Strange in Avengers: Infinity War

WIRED Book Club: Picking Apart the Satisfying, Uncheesy End of Three-Body Problem

Three bodies in the WIRED Book Club talk religion and science in the final act of Liu Cixin's mind-bending book. The post WIRED Book Club: Picking Apart the Satisfying, Uncheesy End of Three-Body Problem appeared first on WIRED. WIRED Book Club: Picking Apart the Satisfying, Uncheesy End of Three-Body Problem

Folks, TV May Have Reached Peak Millennial Slacker-Com

Netflix's most recent streaming series is just the latest in a long line of stories about young people trying to figure themselves out. Is it too much? The post Folks, TV May Have Reached Peak Millennial Slacker-Com appeared first on WIRED. Folks, TV May Have Reached Peak Millennial Slacker-Com

WIRED Pilot Program: I Love Dick

Will you love Jill Soloway's new show? Read on to find out. The post WIRED Pilot Program: I Love Dick appeared first on WIRED. WIRED Pilot Program: I Love Dick

12 Things You Need to Watch on Hulu in October

Hulu is out to be your go-to destination for streaming movies. Here's what's coming to the service next month. The post 12 Things You Need to Watch on Hulu in October appeared first on WIRED. 12 Things You Need to Watch on Hulu in October

Presenting the Best Tweets of the First Presidential Debate

Last night's presidential debate was the most tweeted debate ever. Here are the highlights. The post Presenting the Best Tweets of the First Presidential Debate appeared first on WIRED. Presenting the Best Tweets of the First Presidential Debate

While You Were Offline: Skittles PR Faces Its Biggest Crisis Ever

In other news, astrology isn't science, love is dead, and some people are unhappy with the results of their Harry Potter online quiz. The post While You Were Offline: Skittles PR Faces Its Biggest Crisis Ever appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Skittles PR Faces Its Biggest Crisis Ever

Don’t Try to Make a Living Writing Short Stories

In the latest 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast, writer Michael Swanwick discusses the difficulties of breaking even as a short fiction author. The post Don't Try to Make a Living Writing Short Stories appeared first on WIRED. Don’t Try to Make a Living Writing Short Stories

WIRED Pilot Program: Easy

Joe Swanberg's new anthology series is funny, sexy, and unexpectedly touching. The post WIRED Pilot Program: Easy appeared first on WIRED. WIRED Pilot Program: Easy

Cantina Talk: Rejoice! Another Star Wars Standalone Movie Will Land in 2020

Disney CEO Bob Iger didn't reveal what the movie would be about, but he says a third Star Wars anthology flick is in the works for 2020. The post Cantina Talk: Rejoice! Another Star Wars Standalone Movie Will Land in 2020 appeared first on WIRED. Cantina Talk: Rejoice! Another Star Wars Standalone Movie Will Land in 2020

Sigourney Weaver Thinks 2016 Has Been Terrifying, Too

When the current political climate scares Ripley, you know it's bad. The post Sigourney Weaver Thinks 2016 Has Been Terrifying, Too appeared first on WIRED. Sigourney Weaver Thinks 2016 Has Been Terrifying, Too

Cape Watch: Is Thor’s Roommate Joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe?

After a few weeks chock full of news about DC movies, the Internet's attentions have returned to Marvel. Here's what's going on with all your fave Avengers. The post Cape Watch: Is Thor's Roommate Joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe? appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Is Thor’s Roommate Joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe?

Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Needs to Get a Lot Crazier—And Soon

The good news is that ABC's street-level Marvel show always loses its restraint at some point, so it should be back in nutso form soon. The post Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Needs to Get a Lot Crazier—And Soon appeared first on WIRED. Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Needs to Get a Lot Crazier—And Soon

That Brilliant Emmys Telecast Has Us Jonesing for Fall TV

On this week's WIRED Culture podcast we're talking about just how great TV is right now. (And it really is!) The post That Brilliant Emmys Telecast Has Us Jonesing for Fall TV appeared first on WIRED. That Brilliant Emmys Telecast Has Us Jonesing for Fall TV

7 Upcoming Films You Gotta Catch, From Sci-Fi to Shootouts

Lots of great new films premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. Here are the ones we think you should start anticipating now. The post 7 Upcoming Films You Gotta Catch, From Sci-Fi to Shootouts appeared first on WIRED. 7 Upcoming Films You Gotta Catch, From Sci-Fi to Shootouts

The Best Superheroes Right Now Aren’t on Screens. They’re in Books

In a rather dismal summer for superheroes, these three novels are bringing some much-needed fun to superhero storytelling. The post The Best Superheroes Right Now Aren't on Screens. They're in Books appeared first on WIRED. The Best Superheroes Right Now Aren’t on Screens. They’re in Books

While You Were Offline: And God Said, ‘Let There Be Harambe McHarambeface’

Most chatter online this week has been about US politics. But there were some breaks to talk about baking, gorillas, and Lady Gaga. Here's what you missed. The post While You Were Offline: And God Said, 'Let There Be Harambe McHarambeface' appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: And God Said, ‘Let There Be Harambe McHarambeface’

Come on Hollywood, Give Us an X Prize Movie Already

There's so much drama in the X Prize story, it would easily make a movie. Just ask the woman who wrote the book on it. The post Come on Hollywood, Give Us an X Prize Movie Already appeared first on WIRED. Come on Hollywood, Give Us an X Prize Movie Already

Tom Sachs Won’t Wait for NASA to Land on Europa. He’s Sending ‘Astronauts’ Now

Lots of artists make mission statements about their work. Tom Sachs just makes missions. The post Tom Sachs Won’t Wait for NASA to Land on Europa. He’s Sending ‘Astronauts’ Now appeared first on WIRED. Tom Sachs Won’t Wait for NASA to Land on Europa. He’s Sending ‘Astronauts’ Now

6 New Albums We Insist You Listen to Immediately

If you don't, we will send the Crash Test Dummies to your workplace, where they will "Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm" you to the point of Mmmadness. The post 6 New Albums We Insist You Listen to Immediately appeared first on WIRED. 6 New Albums We Insist You Listen to Immediately

How Do You Make the Fake NASA Documentary Operation Avalanche? Hire a Really Good Lawyer

Every now and then eagle-eyed lawyers can help the creative process. Who knew? The post How Do You Make the Fake NASA Documentary Operation Avalanche? Hire a Really Good Lawyer appeared first on WIRED. How Do You Make the Fake NASA Documentary Operation Avalanche? Hire a Really Good Lawyer

Cape Watch: The Internet Has Picked a Robin for the New Batman Movie

This is what happens when unsolicited audition tapes go viral. The post Cape Watch: The Internet Has Picked a Robin for the New Batman Movie appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: The Internet Has Picked a Robin for the New Batman Movie

Snowden’s Zachary Quinto Explains Voting Machine Hacking in 2 Minutes

Hey, the guy is in a movie about Edward Snowden, he probably knows a thing or two about security, right? The post Snowden's Zachary Quinto Explains Voting Machine Hacking in 2 Minutes appeared first on WIRED. Snowden’s Zachary Quinto Explains Voting Machine Hacking in 2 Minutes

Who We Think Will Win Big at the Emmys

Clear some space on your mantle, FX. The post Who We Think Will Win Big at the Emmys appeared first on WIRED. Who We Think Will Win Big at the Emmys

Operation Avalanche Clip: The CIA Plans a Fake Moon Landing

In 'Operation Avalanche,' a group of naïve CIA agents come up with a not-too-bright plan to fake the Apollo 11 landing. Watch the "eureka!" moment here. The post Operation Avalanche Clip: The CIA Plans a Fake Moon Landing appeared first on WIRED. Operation Avalanche Clip: The CIA Plans a Fake Moon Landing

Snowden’s Shailene Woodley: ‘Privacy Is a Privilege’

The star, who plays Edward Snowden's girlfriend in Oliver Stone's new film, says that the world no longer treats privacy as a human right. The post Snowden's Shailene Woodley: 'Privacy Is a Privilege' appeared first on WIRED. Snowden’s Shailene Woodley: ‘Privacy Is a Privilege’

Carrie Brownstein’s New Social Media Satire Film Is Brilliant

The short stars Natasha Lyonne and takes a slightly twisted look at what would happen if all those things people said online were actually real. The post Carrie Brownstein's New Social Media Satire Film Is Brilliant appeared first on WIRED. Carrie Brownstein’s New Social Media Satire Film Is Brilliant

Cantina Talk: Star Wars: Episode VIII Is Big—Because It’s Full of Secrets

We also have some maybe-possibly new plot details from the first Star Wars anthology film, if you're into that kind of thing. The post Cantina Talk: Star Wars: Episode VIII Is Big—Because It's Full of Secrets appeared first on WIRED. Cantina Talk: Star Wars: Episode VIII Is Big—Because It’s Full of Secrets

Chelsea Handler: ‘If You Believe in Astrology, You’re an Idiot’

We asked Chelsea Handler the things people often Google about her. She, naturally, had rather funny answers. The post Chelsea Handler: 'If You Believe in Astrology, You're an Idiot' appeared first on WIRED. Chelsea Handler: ‘If You Believe in Astrology, You’re an Idiot’

While You Were Offline: Yeah North Korea Really Chill of You to Ban Sarcasm

Also, people have a lot of feelings about feminists and AirPods. The post While You Were Offline: Yeah North Korea Really Chill of You to Ban Sarcasm appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Yeah North Korea Really Chill of You to Ban Sarcasm

Books Would Be So Much Better if They Could Read Your Mind

In the latest episode of 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy,' writer Hannu Rajaniemi discusses what he calls "neurofiction." The post Books Would Be So Much Better if They Could Read Your Mind appeared first on WIRED. Books Would Be So Much Better if They Could Read Your Mind

Watching John Cho Play With Sulu Action Figures Is Oddly Captivating

It's gotta be weird being turned into a toy, right? The post Watching John Cho Play With Sulu Action Figures Is Oddly Captivating appeared first on WIRED. Watching John Cho Play With Sulu Action Figures Is Oddly Captivating

5 Reasons Mooncop Will Be Your New Favorite Graphic Novel

Don't let the title fool you, the latest graphic novel from Tom Gauld goes beyond fighting crime in space. The post 5 Reasons Mooncop Will Be Your New Favorite Graphic Novel appeared first on WIRED. 5 Reasons Mooncop Will Be Your New Favorite Graphic Novel

Oculus’ Virtual Reality Film Henry Just Won an Emmy

The award is another bit of validation for the burgeoning art form. The post Oculus' Virtual Reality Film Henry Just Won an Emmy appeared first on WIRED. Oculus’ Virtual Reality Film Henry Just Won an Emmy

Star Trek Is Brilliantly Political. Well, at Least It Used to Be

The most recent movies from the final frontier have a lot of action. A political message? Not so much. With a new series on the horizon, will that change? The post Star Trek Is Brilliantly Political. Well, at Least It Used to Be appeared first on WIRED. Star Trek Is Brilliantly Political. Well, at Least It Used to Be

Cape Watch: Apparently Shia LaBeouf Was Almost in Suicide Squad?

Also, it looks like soon-to-be-Aquaman Jason Momoa has another comic book movie in the works. Sheesh. The post Cape Watch: Apparently Shia LaBeouf Was Almost in Suicide Squad? appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Apparently Shia LaBeouf Was Almost in Suicide Squad?

WIRED Book Club: It’s Time for the Hugo-Winning Hard Sci-Fi of Three-Body Problem

This month, the WIRED Book Club is going deep into a very popular novel from China's Arthur C. Clarke. The post WIRED Book Club: It's Time for the Hugo-Winning Hard Sci-Fi of Three-Body Problem appeared first on WIRED. WIRED Book Club: It’s Time for the Hugo-Winning Hard Sci-Fi of Three-Body Problem

What if Star Trek Had Never Existed?

There's an alternate reality in which Gene Roddenberry's TV show never voyaged to space. What would sci-fi, fandom, and technology look like if it hadn't? The post What if Star Trek Had Never Existed? appeared first on WIRED. What if Star Trek Had Never Existed?

Does Atlanta Have to Be ‘Important,’ or Just Good?

On this week's podcast, the WIRED Culture team is discussing Donald Glover's new show for FX, and what it means for television. The post Does Atlanta Have to Be 'Important,' or Just Good? appeared first on WIRED. Does Atlanta Have to Be ‘Important,’ or Just Good?

It’s OK to Start Speculating About Taylor Swift’s Tom Hiddleston Songs, Yes?

He'll probably inspire at least one track, right? The post It’s OK to Start Speculating About Taylor Swift's Tom Hiddleston Songs, Yes? appeared first on WIRED. It’s OK to Start Speculating About Taylor Swift’s Tom Hiddleston Songs, Yes?

Star Trek’s 100 Most Important Crew Members, Ranked

Don't @ us. The post Star Trek's 100 Most Important Crew Members, Ranked appeared first on WIRED. Star Trek’s 100 Most Important Crew Members, Ranked

Love Classic Star Trek? You Owe a Huge Debt to Gene L. Coon

Enjoy Klingons? What about the friendly banter Spock and McCoy shared all those years? Gene Roddenberry isn't the only person you should thank. The post Love Classic Star Trek? You Owe a Huge Debt to Gene L. Coon appeared first on WIRED. Love Classic Star Trek? You Owe a Huge Debt to Gene L. Coon

While You Were Offline: Drake and Rihanna, Sitting in a Tree, Almost K-i-s-s-i-n-g

If you weren't paying attention to the Internet last week, you might have missed the sweetest Romeo and Juliet story of our time. The post While You Were Offline: Drake and Rihanna, Sitting in a Tree, Almost K-i-s-s-i-n-g appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Drake and Rihanna, Sitting in a Tree, Almost K-i-s-s-i-n-g

How Sci-Fi Tried to Warn Us About the Evils of Advertising

All the concerns we have about the influence of advertising? Science fiction author Frederick Pohl addressed those decades ago. The post How Sci-Fi Tried to Warn Us About the Evils of Advertising appeared first on WIRED. How Sci-Fi Tried to Warn Us About the Evils of Advertising

The 11 Best Movies Coming to Hulu This Month

Think Hulu is just for binge-watching TV? Think again. The post The 11 Best Movies Coming to Hulu This Month appeared first on WIRED. The 11 Best Movies Coming to Hulu This Month

Cape Watch: A Glimpse at Who Batman Will Battle in His Solo Movie

Now that the summer blockbuster season is over, the superhero movie industry can finally look to the future. Here's what they have in the works. The post Cape Watch: A Glimpse at Who Batman Will Battle in His Solo Movie appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: A Glimpse at Who Batman Will Battle in His Solo Movie