I'm really GEEKED about this announcement as I'm a big fan of the horror stories published by Archie Comics! “Afterlife with Archie,” the bestselling comic book series from Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (“Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”) and Francesco Francavilla (“The Black Beetle”), has been greenlit for a TV series adaptation on Disney+, arriving just in time for Halloween 2027.
From Warner Bros. Television, Aguirre-Sacasa and Greg Berlanti (“You, The Flash,” “The Flight Attendant”) will serve as executive producers, bringing their signature blend of heart, humor, and high stakes to a story that turns the all-American town of Riverdale into a zombie-overrun apocalypse — where the only thing scarier than the undead is trying to survive your teenage years. When a supernatural spell from a certain teen witch backfires, unleashing an army of the possessed dead upon Riverdale, Archie and his friends must fight to stay alive, testing the friendships, romances, and loyalties.
From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!
The Tony Award®-Winning musical phenomenon SIX comes to Detroit’s Fisher Theatre November 3 – 8, 2026. Tickets go on sale Thursday, September 10 at 10:00 a.m. and will be available online at us.ATGTickets.com/Detroit.
Performance schedule for SIX during its November 3 - 8, 2026 run at the Fisher Theatre located at 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit, MI are:
Tuesday through Saturday evening performances at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday matinees at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday matinees at 1:00 p.m.
Sunday evening performances at 6:30 p.m.
Special Open Caption performance on Thursday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets start at $40.00 (including parking). CLICK HERE for more information.
SIX returns to Detroit as Series Extra in the ATG Broadway In Detroit Series. Subscribers can purchase tickets for SIX now as benefit of their 2026-27 Season Subscription.
Based upon the success of the live action ONE PIECE series on Netflix, the cast has reunited for a LEGO special themed around the likeness of their characters on the hit show. Iñaki Godoy (Luffy), Emily Rudd (Nami), Mackenyu (Zoro), Jacob Romero (Usopp), Taz Skylar (Sanji), Charithra Chandran (Miss Wednesday), Mikaela Hoover (Tony Tony Chopper), Katey Sagal (Dr. Kureha), Jeff Ward (Buggy the Clown), and Callum Kerr (Captain Smoker) reprise their roles from the live action tv series for a LEGO ONE PIECE animated special. Coming to Netflix on September 29!
Get ready to set sail! In this two-part animated LEGO® special, Usopp, the Straw Hat’s most reliably unreliable narrator, regales Chopper with the crew’s escapades across the East Blue and into the Grand Line, prior to him joining them in Drum Island. Usopp only tells the tallest of tales, and this action packed special is no different!
Thanks to Better Made Snack Foods for sending a sample box my way filled with potato chips as well as a bunch of other stuff to try out from this Detroit-based business lineup of products.
Generations of Detroit area families have enjoyed snacks from Better Made. They have been making snack foods in Michigan since 1930. I grew up eating Better Made potato chips and over the years they've expended their snack food offerings to include popcorn, pretzels, and tortilla chips too. So, while many people associate their vintage Miss Better Made logo with potato chips, the brand has a whole lot more to offer. My kids love Better Made Snack Foods popcorn for example ... Better Made Old Fashioned Movie Theater Gourmet Popcorn is my family's go to snack for our family movie nights!
Better Made Snack Foods popcorn styles include Detroit Mix (Caramel & Cheese), Red Hot Cheese, White Cheddar, and Movie Theater Gourmet. Better Made is most known for their potato chips which are available in a wide variety of textures and flavors including krinkle cut, wavy, honey bbq and salt & vinegar to name a few. They even have pork rinds and cracklins for those looking for a zero-carb snack!
Don't live in Metro Detroit where Better Made Snack Foods are easily available at local grocery stores? You're not out of luck! You can order Better Made Snack Foods on Amazon.com!
Better Made Snack Foods has earned a Geek Daddy nod of approval because generations of Detroiters have been delighted by the brand and my family wants to support local brands like Better Made, Faygo and Sanders that have remained connected to the local community through good and bad times. Plus, their snacks are tasty! If you haven't had Better Made snacks, give them a bite and you'll be hooked.
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The Detroit Tigers secured a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory against the Los Angeles Angels in the teams July 17 matchup. Down to their final out in the ninth inning, Hao-Yu Lee blasted a clutch two-run double to put the Tigers ahead on the scoreboard.
How Detroit Stole One in Anaheim:
Tigers Win in the 9th! Whew, did anyone else's heart almost stop last night? If you stayed up late to watch the Tigers kick off the second half of the season against the Angels at Angel Stadium, you were treated to a masterclass in never giving up.
Pitching Kept Tigers Alive:
First of all, shoutout to Troy Melton. The 25-year-old righty was pitching right in his own backyard, and he absolutely brought it. He grinded through 5.2 innings, allowed just one run, and racked up an impressive 9 strikeouts. He got into a little bit of trouble with walks early, but he settled down like an absolute pro.
But the real MVP of the night might just be Keider Montero. When he came in, our bullpen absolutely locked it down. Montero went 3.1 innings and gave up just one hit while striking out five! When the Angels threatened in the bottom of the ninth, he stayed cool as ice to secure the final out.
Ninth-Inning Magic:
Let's talk about the drama in the top of the ninth. Things looked bleak. Tigers were down 1-0 and down to their final out against Angels reliever Kirby Yates. But this team just doesn't quit.
After some gritty baserunning, Detroit had guys on the bases. Then, Hao-Yu Lee stepped up to the plate and delivered the absolute dagger! He lined a two-out, two-run double into right-center field. Seeing Riley Greene and James Outman come crossing home plate to take the 2-1 lead was a shot of pure adrenaline.
Defensive Jewels:
The Tigers couldn't have pulled this off without some serious leather work in the bottom of the frame. With two runners on, third baseman Kevin McGonigle made an unbelievable, leaping grab on a high chopper and fired a rocket to first! That play saved the game and gave Montero the breathing room to shut the door on an Angels comeback.
A win like this—scrappy, pitching-heavy, and decided by late-inning heroics—is exactly the kind of momentum the team needs heading into the rest of this grueling 13-games-in-13-days stretch of their schedule. Having stumbled through a disastrous May, the remainder of the month of July really is a make it or break time if the team has hopes for a postseason appearance.
Desert Heist by Alex Dekker is a masterfully executed debut for the writer that perfectly bridges the gap between historical mystery and gritty military realism. Published by Emily Bestler Books, this high-octane thriller introduces readers to Nate Wilde, a former Green Beret turned Harvard archaeology student who trades academic red tape for an unsanctioned, high-stakes tactical expedition into the Middle East.
The Plot: "Indiana Jones" Meets "Jack Reacher"
The story follows Nate Wilde as he becomes obsessed with finding the legendary lost city of Ubar—the so-called "Atlantis of the Sands". When political bureaucracy stalls his official dig, Wilde takes matters into his own hands. He assembles a team of his former Special Forces brothers to infiltrate the dangerous, unforgiving terrain of the Saudi Arabian "Empty Quarter" via war-torn Yemen. What begins as a quest for historical truth quickly devolves into a desperate race for survival as the team is hunted by terrorists, shadowy corporate entities, and local authorities.
Authenticity Drawn From Real-World Experience
What elevates Desert Heist above standard thriller fare is the undeniable authenticity injected into every page. As a retired Green Beret with nearly twenty years of Special Forces service, Dekker knows the territory, the language, and the tactics intimately. The weapon handling, squad banter, and operational planning feel raw and incredibly real. Instead of the cliché "lone wolf" operator trope, Dekker shines a light on the psychological strength and organic chemistry of a tight-knit Special Forces unit.
The "Operator-Scholar" Dynamic
The core strength of the novel lies in the distinct juxtaposition of its protagonist. Nate Wilde is just as comfortable decoding ancient historical texts as he is clearing a room with an assault rifle. This blend of intellectual curiosity and lethality makes him a captivating lead. The pacing transitions seamlessly from a slow-burn academic mystery into an explosive, heart-pounding tactical survival story.
The Verdict: Desert Heist Makes Great Summer Read
While the plot occasionally flirts with traditional action tropes and a slightly formulaic villain, its historical details and blistering pacing completely overshadow minor critiques. It delivers the exact type of action adventure that fans of Jack Carr, Brad Thor, and Vince Flynn crave. Desert Heist cements Alex Dekker as a major new voice in military adventure fiction and earns a Geek Daddy nod of approval for its modern day take on the exotic escapades of an adventurous archeologist.
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Join the Mandalorian and Grogu on their most thrilling mission yet when Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” arrives on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango July 21, and on August 25 the movie comes to 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray.
Following multiple award-winning seasons on Disney+, this theatrical release motion picture sees the Mandalorian and Grogu facing new challenges and exploring uncharted corners of the galaxy. In "Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu", the evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu. "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" also stars Sigourney Weaver, with Martin Scorsese and Jeremy Allen White lending their voices.
The home video release includes the following bonus content in addition to the theatrical release of the movie:
FEATURETTES:
Crafting “The Mandalorian and Grogu”: Discover the craft behind an epic Star Wars adventure! Go behind the scenes with artists creating the stunning puppetry, miniatures, sound design, and visual effects that bring the worlds, characters, and creatures of “The Mandalorian and Grogu” to life.
Biomes—From Snow to Swamp: Voyage with director Jon Favreau and his crew to a pair of brand-new worlds that may seem a touch familiar to fans of the original Star Wars trilogy. Discover how the ingenious filmmakers constructed snowy landscapes and a living swamp from the ground up!
Welcome to Shakari: A bustling metropolis like Shakari cannot simply be found—it must be made. Join the film’s fabrication as they build an entire Star Wars city with a downtown warehouse, conjuring an epic playground for Mando and his young apprentice.
Dejarik for Real: Sometimes it’s the little things! Who can forget the Millennium Falcon’s charming holochess game introduced in 1977? Witness how the tiny creatures featured in the game were lovingly brought to giant-sized life for the Mandalorian’s big-screen debut!
AUDIO COMMENTARY:
Audio commentary by Jon Favreau: Watch the film with audio commentary by director Jon Favreau.
Collectible versions of 4K UHD will be available in a SteelBook and in the special Beskar Collector’s Edition (U.S. only), which includes special packaging and metal posters when the physical media release of "Star Wars" The Mandalorian & Grogu" arrives at stores on August 25.
