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Get the Kids to Bed Early and Catch Some Zzzs on New Year’s Day With Netflix New Year’s Eve Countdowns

December 30, 2016Anthony Karcz

Netflix has created New Year’s Eve countdowns and a special door hanger so that you and your kids can celebrate New Year’s together… and get some much-needed sleep!

Richard Madden in Medici, Image: Big Light Productions

‘Medici: Masters of Florence’ Arrives on Netflix

December 9, 2016December 16, 2017Sophie Brown18

‘Medici: Masters of Florence’ explores the Medici dynasty–a wealthy Italian family who rose to prominence and had incredible influence across Europe.

How Long Does It Take to Get Hooked?

November 30, 2016Jonathan H. Liu

When you start watching a new series, how long does it take you to get hooked? What’s the episode that takes you from “hmmm, this could be interesting” to “I gotta find out what happens next”?

‘Penny Dreadful’ Is Perfect for Your 2016 Hangover

November 30, 2016Natania Barron1

If you know me, you may be shocked that I only just now started watching Penny Dreadful from Showtime. As a writer, dark, Victorian horror has long been a staple for me. My husband is often amused at how very creepy and strange my own writing is, considering I generally avoid traditional horror in film. It’s true, I’m not a fan of slasher films or dismemberment movies. But give me something profane, Victorian, and steeped in the influence of the Romantic poets and Mary Shelley, and I am all over it.

‘Young Justice’ Returns for Season Three

November 8, 2016Joey L. Mills

More than three and a half years after the last new episode aired, DC Comics and WB Animation announce the return of ‘Young Justice.’

Netflix’s ‘Glitch’ Has Me Hooked… and I’ve Got Questions

November 2, 2016James Floyd Kelly98

While many of us anxiously wait for Season 2 of ‘Stranger Things’ to arrive, Netflix has dropped something else in its lineup with which you may or may not be familiar. It’s called ‘Glitch,’ and it’s an Australian production that offers up a slightly creepy and mysterious premise–a small town police officer discovers a small group of individuals have risen from the dead in the local cemetery.

‘DinoTrux’ Toys Giveaway

October 31, 2016Will James

To coincide with the third season of ‘DinoTrux,’ we’ve teamed up with DreamWorks Animation, Netflix, and Mattel to do a giveaway of some of the latest toys just in time for the holidays!

GBBP 97: Doug TenNapel

October 28, 2016Jamie Greene

Today, we’re chatting with Doug TenNapel, a guy whose career spans an impressive variety of genres and media. He’s worked in video games, graphic novels, film, and television, and our conversation really covers some ground.

Make Your Own Voltron Pumpkin

October 22, 2016Jonathan H. Liu

Voltron fans: form jack-o’-lanterns!

Enter the Sewers with Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Trollhunters’

October 13, 2016Jamie Greene

One of things I was most excited about at this past weekend’s New York Comic-Con was the premiere of ‘Trollhunters,’ the new animated series coming to Netflix from Dreamworks Animation and Guillermo del Toro.

‘Voltron: Legendary Defender’ Season 2 Trailer

October 9, 2016Jonathan H. Liu

The trailer for the second season of ‘Voltron: Legendary Defender’ was posted earlier this week—check it out!

Luke Cage Is a Hero We All Need to See

October 8, 2016Natania Barron

I’ve been a fan of Netflix’s Marvel series since day one when ‘Daredevil’ totally blew my mind. Since then, I’ve followed along through all their releases, sometimes staying up way too late, always on the edge of my seat, crying, cheering, shouting, getting into long, drawn-out discussions with my husband about the importance of these characters.

Exclusive Peek at ‘DinoTrux’ Season 3

October 5, 2016Jamie Greene

It’s no secret that we here at GeekDad HQ are big fans of ‘DinoTrux.’ Season 3 drops on Netflix this Friday, but we’re thrilled to bring you an exclusive clip from the new season today. Enjoy!

‘Luke Cage’ Released on Netflix Today

September 30, 2016Jonathan H. Liu

The first season drops today—are you ready?

Heavy Metal ‘Stranger Things’ Theme is Epic (Like the Show)

August 15, 2016Ken Denmead

This metal cover of the ‘Stranger Things’ theme turns things upside down.

Marvel’s ‘Luke Cage’ Trailer and History

August 12, 2016December 8, 2017Ricardo Rebelo

Marvel and Netflix currently hold the title for best relationship in media, and ‘Luke Cage’ is another chapter in their romance.

Lessons Learned From ‘The Little Prince’

August 4, 2016Jonathan H. Liu

This Friday, August 5, ‘The Little Prince’ will be available for streaming from Netflix. I was given early access to the film last week as part of the Netflix StreamTeam, and we thoroughly enjoyed the film.

5 Fan-Made ‘Stranger Things’ Tributes I Would Buy in a Heartbeat

August 4, 2016Preston Burt1

Demand for Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things’ is so great, fans have made their own tributes. Here’s five great items that absolutely need to exist in real life.

‘Iron Fist’ Comic-Con Preview

July 27, 2016December 8, 2017Ricardo Rebelo

Among the avalanche of news coming out of this year’s San Diego Comic-Con was the trailer for the upcoming Marvel/Netflix series, ‘Iron Fist.’

‘Voltron’ Season 2 Confirmed!

July 22, 2016December 16, 2017Jonathan H. Liu

If you’re at all interested in the new ‘Voltron: Legendary Defender’ series on Netflix, you may have already heard this news, but the showrunners announced Thursday at San Diego Comic-Con that a second season has been confirmed, to be released later this year.

Netflix’s New ‘Stranger Things’ Review

July 20, 2016December 8, 2017Ricardo Rebelo1

Netflix has shown to be the new titan in television programming and ‘Stranger Things’ is another in a long line of great shows.

A Preview of ‘Home: Adventures With Tip & Oh’

July 18, 2016Jonathan H. Liu

On July 29, Netflix and DreamWorks Animation will release the first season of ‘Home: Adventures of Tip & Oh,’ an animated series that picks up the story after the film ‘Home.’ Here’s a quick look at what to expect.

GBBP Unplugged 9: ‘Voltron: Legendary Defender’

June 17, 2016June 29, 2018Jamie Greene1

This week, we celebrate the return of Voltron with the awesome new Dreamworks/Netflix show ‘Voltron: Legendary Defender.’

Friendly Boov Reminder: ‘Voltron’ Released Today!

June 10, 2016Jonathan H. Liu

Just a quick reminder, in case you didn’t stay up until midnight to start binge-watching Voltron: Legendary Defender: the entire 11-episode season is available on Netflix today!

‘Voltron: Legendary Defender’

June 1, 2016Jonathan H. Liu

In early May, I got to attend a blogger day at DreamWorks Animation to get a sneak peek at Voltron and talk to some of the people involved in the show.