Explore Monthy For A Jam Packed April

In this April 2026 edition of Explore Monthly, host Tony Tolado delivers a deep dive into the latest developments across sci-fi, fantasy, and horror media, continuing his mission to explore humanity through speculative fiction. The episode covers major releases and updates including sold-out 70mm IMAX showings for Dune 3, a glowing review of The Boys Season 5 for its escalating dystopian satire, and a nuanced take on The Testaments, the Handmaid’s Tale sequel, which expands on key characters’ backstories. The X-Men reboot is revealed to have two writers, while Spider-Man: Brand New Day adds new scenes with humor and layered villainy. The host shares a personal visit to Pandora at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, praising its immersive design—especially Avatar Flight of Passage—though noting limited overall content. Other highlights include Aaron Pierre joining the Superman sequel, the return of Dark Matters and Paradise Season 2, the upcoming Weapons prequel with Amy Madigan as the witch, and a spotlight on the cult resurgence of Battle Los Angeles on Tubi. The episode closes with a list of 10 sci-fi TV shows with no bad seasons, celebrating enduring classics like The Twilight Zone and The Expanse.