2025 was a HUGE year for anime, and we’re breaking down what made it hit, from the shows that dominated streaming to the movies that broke the box office.

 

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2025 was a HUGE year for anime, and we&rsquo;re breaking down what made it hit, from the shows that dominated streaming to the movies that broke the box office.
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Nerd-culture podcast X-Ray Vision takes listeners on a journey through the zeitgeist-iest (patent pending) films, TV shows, and comics. Join award-winning hosts Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight for one-of-a-kin analysis, the latest news and show lore, and access to the writers, producers, directors, and stars who make your favorite pop culture shows, movies, and more!

Nerd-culture podcast X-Ray Vision takes listeners on a journey through the zeitgeist-iest (patent pending) films, TV shows, and comics. Join award-winning hosts Jason Concepcion and Rosie Knight for one-of-a-kin analysis, the latest news and show lore, and access to the writers, producers, directors, and stars who make your favorite pop culture shows, movies, and more!

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The State of Anime in 2025

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This week on PREVIOUSLY ON…, Jason and Rosie break down the trailer for A24’s Hugh Jackman–led reimagining of the classic legend, The Death of Robin Hood. They also discuss reports that Sebastian Stan is joining The Batman – Part II as Harvey Dent, Tom Cruise visiting the set of Shawn Levy’s Star Wars: Starfighter and jumping behind the camera to film a lightsaber duel, and the disappointing news that Marvel’s Blade solo film starring Mahershala Ali has been cancelled, but Blade is still expected to be introduced in a Midnight Sons movie.

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This week on PREVIOUSLY ON&hellip;, Jason and Rosie break down the trailer for A24&rsquo;s Hugh Jackman&ndash;led reimagining of the classic legend, The Death of Robin Hood. They also discuss reports that Sebastian Stan is joining The Batman &ndash; Part II as Harvey Dent, Tom Cruise visiting the set of Shawn Levy&rsquo;s Star Wars: Starfighter and jumping behind the camera to film a lightsaber duel, and the disappointing news that Marvel&rsquo;s Blade solo film starring Mahershala Ali has been cancelled, but Blade is still expected to be introduced in a Midnight Sons movie.
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NEWS: Blade Solo Movie Cancelled, Sebastian Stan Joins The Batman Part II, Tom Cruise Visits Star Wars: Starfighter Set & The Death of Robin Hood Trailer

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All aboard the hype train! Jason and Rosie break down the Avengers: Doomsday teaser trailers released so far, plus the rumored final teaser. They’re then joined by producers Joelle and Ian to discuss Marvel’s unique rollout and marketing strategy for the film. Finally, the crew dives DEEP into their theories and speculation, exploring the movie’s possible plot, surprise character appearances, and the future of the MCU beyond Doomsday and Secret Wars.

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All aboard the hype train! Jason and Rosie break down the Avengers: Doomsday teaser trailers released so far, plus the rumored final teaser. They&rsquo;re then joined by producers Joelle and Ian to discuss Marvel&rsquo;s unique rollout and marketing strategy for the film. Finally, the crew dives DEEP into their theories and speculation, exploring the movie&rsquo;s possible plot, surprise character appearances, and the future of the MCU beyond&nbsp;Doomsday and Secret Wars.
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Are the Avengers: Doomsday Teasers Working?

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Lucy's addicted to drugs, Max isn't making choices he just has to kill all the leaders. Steph's indentured husband has discovered her ancient Canadian driver's licenses. What does it mean for the people in Vault 32? A small battalion of Elvis Zombies and a Death Claw welcome us to New Vegas in Fallout 204. Rosie and Jason discuss Canada's in universe history with America, where the hell is Bob, and is Walton Goggins' Ghoul the best character on TV?

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Lucy's addicted to drugs, Max isn't making choices he just has to kill all the leaders. Steph's indentured husband has discovered her ancient Canadian driver's licenses. What does it mean for the people in Vault 32? A small battalion of Elvis Zombies and a Death Claw welcome us to New Vegas in Fallout 204. Rosie and Jason discuss Canada's in universe history with America, where the hell is Bob, and is Walton Goggins' Ghoul the best character on TV?
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Fallout Season 2 Episode 4

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