17th Jan2026

FrightFest Glasgow 2026 Is Coming… And It’s Going to Be Savage

by Phil Wheat

FrightFest is back in Glasgow… and it’s coming in hot. The UK’s undisputed heavyweight champion of horror, fantasy and genre cinema returns to the Glasgow Film Festival for its 21st year, running from Thursday 5 March to Saturday 7 March 2026 at the legendary Glasgow Film Theatre. This is the stuff nightmares (and lifelong fandoms) […]

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17th Jan2026

Nerdly Presents: Nerdly Rips – Episode 6: Not More AEW Game Used SP? Surely Not?!

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to Nerdly Rips – Nerdly’s dedicated series for trading card openings, pack rips, box breaks, and mailday reveals. Every episode dives into the world of TCGs and collectable cards: Pokémon, Topps WWE, AEW, sports cards, indie TCGs, retro packs, new releases, premium boxes, mystery bundles – if it’s sealed and rip-ready, it’s fair game. […]

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17th Jan2026

“Punishing” Games: Genre Explained

by James Smith

Casual video games, regular games, hard games—all of that is in the normal spectrum of gaming. Closer to the border of this spectrum, there are the so-called punishing games: an evil design where the consequences for failure are severe, often setting the player back significantly in terms of time, progress, or resources. This is the […]

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17th Jan2026

Secrets of the mobile casino: How an app can change your gaming strategy

by James Smith

In recent years, mobile casinos have become an integral part of the gaming industry, offering players convenience and flexibility. In the UK, online casinos are becoming increasingly popular, and thanks to modern mobile apps, users can enjoy gambling anywhere, anytime. Mobile apps are particularly appealing to players who are looking for more options than traditional […]

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16th Jan2026

’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ Review

by Matthew Turner

Stars: Ralph Fiennes, Jack O’Connell, Alfie Williams, Erin Kellyman, Chi-Lewis Parry | Written by Alex Garland | Directed by Nia DaCosta Danny Boyle hands over directing duties to Nia DaCosta (Candyman) for 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, the second half of the 28 Years Later two-parter, effectively forming the third and fourth instalments of […]

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16th Jan2026

‘Hamnet’ Review

by Guest

Stars: Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, Emily Watson, Joe Alwyn, Jacobi Jupe
 | Written by Chloé Zhao, Maggie O’Farrell
 | Directed by Chloé Zhao Hamnet is a historical drama based on the acclaimed novel of the same name, which looks at the impact of William Shakespeare’s family on the playwright. William Shakespeare (Paul Mensal) is a […]

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16th Jan2026

‘TNA Wrestling’ Review (Jan 15th 2026)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this week’s review of TNA Wrestling. Let’s get straight into the episode and see what went down on the first show in the new “AMC era” of TNA Impact… hell, it can’t be any worse than last week’s AXS TV finale! Match #1: The Hardys (Matt & Jeff) & Elijah def. Order 4 […]

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16th Jan2026

‘AEW Dynamite: Maximum Carnage’ Review (Jan 14th 2026)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this week’s review of AEW Dynamite: Maximum Carnage, another AEW “special”, which was broadcast from Phoenix, Arizona. Also, as usual, we’ll be abbreviating AEW’s huge match recaps where we can to save your eyes and your time! With that, let’s get into the review… Match #1: Darby Allin def. PAC The following is […]

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16th Jan2026

Interview: Director Alan Hopkins & producer Husni Hafid on “3 Films That Have Impacted Your Adult Life”

by Phil Wheat

Join screenwriter Stuart Wright as he dives into movies that changed your life with the two Irish filmmakers: director Alan Hopkins and producer Husni Hafid in this engaging episode of 3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life. Jurassic Park and The Virgin Suicides’ impact, Badlands and Shawshank Redemption analysis, and There Will […]

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15th Jan2026

‘Frightmare: Tromatic Special Edition’ Blu-ray Review

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Jeffrey Combs, Nina Talbot, Scott Thomson, Donna McDaniel, Ferdy Mayne, Luca Bercovici, Leon Askin, Jennifer Starrett | Written and Directed by Norman Thaddeus Vane During the 1980s, Troma Entertainment gave the world a string of cult favourites, including The Toxic Avenger, Christmas Evil, Class of Nuke ’Em High and the lesser-discussed Frightmare. First released in […]

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15th Jan2026

‘OnlyFangs’ VOD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Jessa Flux, Kansas Bowling, Ellie Church, Drew Marvick, Nina Lanee Kent, Adriana Uchishiba, Meredith Mohler, Bebe Bardot, Delawna McKinney, Ginger Lynn | Written by Paul Ragsdale | Directed by Angelica de Alba, Paul Ragsdale Paul Ragsdale and Angelica de Alba – the team behind Murdercise – return with OnlyFangs, a playful, vampire-driven horror-comedy that […]

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15th Jan2026

‘Luther the Geek: Tromatic Special Edition’ Blu-ray Review

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Edward Terry, Joan Roth, Stacy Haiduk, Thom Mills, Jerry Clarke, Tom Brittingham, Carlton Williams, Gil Rogers | Written and Directed by Carlton J. Albright The 1980s were highlighted by horror movies featuring maniacs like Freddy Krueger, Jason Vorhees and Michael Myers. But what about Luther? The name Luther is not on that list! Why? […]

15th Jan2026

‘WWE NXT’ Review (Jan 13th 2026)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this week’s review of NXT, right here on Nerdly. Let’s get straight into it and see what went down on this week’s show! Match #1: Lola Vice def. Kelani Jordan The following is courtesy of wwe.com: Lola Vice continues to rack up wins to begin 2026 as she knocked Kelani Jordan out. Jordan’s […]

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15th Jan2026

The History of Bad Ideas – Episode 633: Fake Baby It Is!

by Phil Wheat

Emanating from their studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, The History of Bad Ideas sees hosts Jason, Jeff and Blake talk about all things geeky on their podcast. Whether it’s rumours of the latest comic book movies, debating who really is the worst villain of all time, discussing the latest comic issues or just wondering about life […]

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14th Jan2026

‘Tron: Ares’ 4K UHD Review

by Matthew Turner

Stars: Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Jodie Turner-Smith, Hasan Minhaj, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan, Gillian Anderson, Jeff Bridges | Written by Jesse Wigutow | Directed by Joachim Rønning Jared Leto and Greta Lee star in Tron: Ares, the third instalment of the Tron franchise, which is intended as a new story, rather than a […]

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14th Jan2026

‘Marvel Cosmic Invasion’ Review (PS5)

by Phil Wheat

As I’ve gotten older, I play video games less and less – which means it takes something special for me to actually pick up a pad and commit, even more so to see a game through to the end. These days, my tastes are pretty narrow: side-scrollers (beat-’em-ups and shooters in particular) and the odd […]

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14th Jan2026

‘The Miracle’ Blu-ray Review (Warner Archive)

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Roger Moore, Carroll Baker, Walter Slezak, Vittorio Gassman, Katina Paxinou, Dennis King, Gustavo Rojo, Isobel Elsom, Carlos Rivas | Written by Karl Vollmöller, Frank Butler, Jean Rouverol | Directed by Irving Rapper, Gordon Douglas Before he became the world’s most famous secret agent, James Bond. Before he lit up television screens in series like The […]

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14th Jan2026

‘WWE Raw’ Review (Jan 12th 2026)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to our review of this past Monday’s episode of WWE Raw, right here on Nerdly! Let’s see what went down on this week’s show… Match #1: Je’Von Evans def. Bravo Americano The following is courtesy of wwe.com: Despite interference from Los Americanos, newly signed Raw Superstar Je’Von Evans defeated Bravo Americano with an awe-inspiring […]

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14th Jan2026

Interview: Author Amanda Graham on “3 Films That Have Impacted Your Adult Life”

by Stuart Wright

Join screenwriter Stuart Wright as he dives into movies that changed your life with the author of the self-help book “Good Stuff To Read When You’re About To Lose Your Shit”, Amanda Graham, in this engaging episode of 3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life. Explore Pee Wee’s Big Adventure impact, Edward […]

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13th Jan2026

‘Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-o-Rama’ Limited Edition Blu-ray Review (101 Films)

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Michelle Bauer, Brinke Stevens, Linnea Quigley, Andras Jones, Robin Stille | Written by Sergei Hasenecz | Directed by David DeCoteau There are cult movies, and then there are cornerstone cult movies – the kind that don’t just sit on the shelves of genre fans, but actively shape a movement. Sorority Babes in the Slimeball […]

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13th Jan2026

‘Killing Mary Sue’ VOD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Sierra McCormick, Dermot Mulroney, Katie Killacky, Jake Busey, Martin Kove, French Stewart, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jason Mewes, Maddie Hogan, Kym Whitley | Written and Directed by James Sunshine Written and directed by James Sunshine and starring Sierra McCormick, alongside more familiar names like Dermot Mulroney and Martin Kove, Killing Mary Sue is a 2025 […]

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13th Jan2026

‘The Iron Mistress’ Blu-ray Review (Warner Archive)

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Alan Ladd, Virginia Mayo, Joseph Calleia, Phyllis Kirk, Alf Kjellin, Douglas Dick, Anthony Caruso, Nedrick Young | Written by James R. Webb, Paul Wellman | Directed by George Douglas In this generation, when most people hear the name “Bowie,” they think of David Bowie. But long before him, there was Jim Bowie – an […]

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