entertainmentTuesday, June 30, 2026
Today's entertainment coverage is a grab bag of nostalgia and behind-the-scenes stories, with Polygon leading on two retro analyses: a deep dive into 'Sliders' as a multiverse pioneer and a look back at 'Akira''s enduring ending. A former Bond casting director weighs in on the next 007, and Netflix's profile email change is annoying users.
Two Polygon pieces argue that older works still have lessons for today.
Polygon argues that the 1990s series 'Sliders' was ahead of its time in exploring multiverse concepts, predating shows like 'Rick and Morty.' It's a reminder that the current obsession with alternate realities has deeper roots.
Akira's manga ending, 36 years on, is praised for subverting cyberpunk's typical despair with a hopeful vision of rebirth. The piece makes a case for why it still resonates.
Casting news and a platform change round out the day.
Former Bond casting director Debbie McWilliams insists the next 007 must have an 'absolutely essential' trait, though she doesn't name it. With auditions reportedly underway for actors like Callum Turner and Jacob Elordi, the comment adds intrigue.
Netflix is rolling out a change that requires each profile to have its own email address, effectively turning profiles into individual accounts. Users are frustrated by unexpected login prompts and extra steps.
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