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Fran Ruiz
Fran Ruiz is our resident Star Wars guy. His hunger for movies and TV series is only matched by his love for video games. He got a BA of English Studies, focusing on English Literature, from the University of Malaga, in Spain, as well as a Master's Degree in English Studies, Multilingual and Intercultural Communication. On top of writing features and other longform articles for Space.com since 2021, he is a frequent collaborator of VG247 and other gaming sites. He also serves as associate editor over at Star Wars News Net and its sister site, Movie News Net.
Latest articles by Fran Ruiz
![Comic book Superman. Man wearing a blue bodysuit with a giant S on his chest. He is also wearing red pants and has a red cape. He is sitting high above a city, looking over his shoulder towards us.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dkMWjY99gDhzbsArTLK2di-320-80.jpg)
Everything we know about James Gunn's Superman
By Fran Ruiz published
James Gunn's Superman reboot kicks off the DC Extended Universe's refresh in 2025.
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5 sci-fi movies that weren't great but still deserve a sequel
By Fran Ruiz published
We're constantly talking about good movies that deserve a sequel, but what about the divisive ones that, while not great, had cool ideas worth building upon?
![A giant mech robot standing on a desolate landscape.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WdRtfsLNBqNienPwBy6rBd-320-80.jpg)
Netflix releases official trailer for Jennifer Lopez mech combat sci-fi film 'Atlas' (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
The full trailer of Netflix's 'Atlas' is a bit spoiler-y, but does a better job of selling the Jennifer Lopez-led sci-fi adventure.
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DC Extended Universe movies ranked, worst to best
By Fran Ruiz last updated
After Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, the DCEU is over. Here’s our ranked list of all the movies, from ill-fated crossovers to more off-beat flicks.
![an illustration with photographed faces with four characters in blue jumpsuits and a rock man in blue underwear enjoying time in a living room. A small robot hands the rock man a mug.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2YSs8oWPv7EGLdAFgwmsNY-320-80.jpg)
Everything we know about 'The Fantastic Four'
By Fran Ruiz published
After several years in development and pre-production at Marvel Studios, The Fantastic Four is finally coming to the big screen in 2025. Here's all we know.
![Image from the animated movie 'Transformers One.' Four transformers are standing in a row looking forwards. There is a large sun in the background.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jyts9m6B6tKRNFrsLo5h4R-320-80.jpg)
'Transformers One' 1st trailer unveils Optimus Prime and Megatron's shared history (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
The Transformers are returning to cinemas in 2024 with their first animated movie in nearly 40 years. This is the beginning of Cybertron's end.
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Fallout and the Space Age: The franchise's connections and nods to the final frontier
By Fran Ruiz published
The Fallout video game franchise (now also a streaming series) is known for its unique take on the post-apocalypse, but it's also quite interested in outer space.
![Tales OF The Empire Character Stands Menacingly In Front Of A Large Fire](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eNKB6oz25bsuzCNseJX5XV-320-80.jpg)
'Star Wars: Tales of the Empire' sets surprise May the 4th debut on Disney Plus (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one. Before The Acolyte, Star Wars animation will return to our screens with Tales of the Empire, a brand-new anthology series.
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'Constellation' season 1 episode 8 review: This isn't the conclusion you're looking for
By Fran Ruiz published
The final season 1 episode of "Constellation" lacks satisfying answers and instead doubles down on shock value without clear goals.
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'Constellation' season 1 episode 7 review: Fumbling around in the dark
By Fran Ruiz published
The penultimate episode of 'Constellation' runs in circles before finding its way towards an emotional and satisfying ending.
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The dark side of the Force rises in 1st 'Star Wars: The Acolyte' trailer (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
Disney and Lucasfilm have finally unveiled the first-ever public trailer for the upcoming Disney Plus series "Star Wars: The Acolyte."
![Three menacing women wearing dark red robes with hoods. They have pale white faces with black markings. They each have one hand raised, palm up. Image of some of the Witches of Dathomir from Star Wars.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Aeh6FiAq9kDHgfoKseTbN-320-80.jpg)
Who are the Witches of Dathomir in 'Star Wars'?
By Fran Ruiz published
Intrigued by the Witches of Dathomir from Star Wars: Ahsoka? Here's all you need to know.
![Man inside a space shuttle wearing a white spacesuit.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YdDTcqnJ64vjQauZ4zDX2F-320-80.jpg)
'Constellation' season 1 episode 6 review: Haunted houses and new perspectives
By Fran Ruiz published
In episode 6, 'Constellation' becomes more unsettling and offers renewed hope that we might be going somewhere stimulating.
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'Constellation' season 1 episode 5 review: Less paranoia, more reveals
By Fran Ruiz published
Episode 5 of Apple TV+'s 'Constellation' focuses on expanding the conspiracy theories as worlds begin to collide and merge.
![Giant sandworm breaching out of the desert in front of a tiny human.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eynSQX5LdHNqZaiahkmfhL-320-80.jpg)
Everything we know about Dune: Awakening
By Fran Ruiz published
Experience Arrakis like never before in the upcoming sci-fi game Dune: Awakening.
![A woman wearing a blue astronaut jumpsuit decora ted with several different patchers, including a Swedish flag. She is also wearing a blue baseball cap. She is standing in front of a black board with some chalk writing on.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MVy8oonMQGp9b83iMfnkHk-320-80.jpg)
'Constellation' season 1 episode 4 review: Compelling drama makes up for a thin mystery
By Fran Ruiz published
In its fourth episode, 'Constellation' finds a satisfying balance between personal conflicts and the underbaked conundrum at the center of it all.
![Close up of an adult woman's face. In the background there is a swirling galaxy.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/paKDpwpYwEiU6QkLjvYfRJ-320-80.jpg)
'Constellation' episodes 1-3 review: A well-made thriller that may be revealing its cards too soon
By Fran Ruiz published
Apple's new sci-fi thriller 'Constellation' dazzles in its opening episodes, but it may lack the juice needed to keep us engaged.
![Close up of a bearded man wearing an astronaut helmet. He looks very concerned.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Vvdkzhoy5vfYVNnjpvXj3Y-320-80.jpg)
Everything we know about 'Spaceman'
By Fran Ruiz published
Netflix's upcoming sci-fi movie "Spaceman" follows Adam Sandler losing his grip on reality as he ventures deep into the cosmos.
![Still from the video game Star Wars Outlaws. Here we see a dogfight in space. A flat, rectangular ship is being fired at by several enemy spaceships. They're going through an asteroid field, so there are lots of chunks of rock floating about.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YSs8CNikC5Va6SE9MerbZM-320-80.jpg)
Upcoming space games: Homeworld 3, Space Marine 2, Star Wars Outlaws & more
By Fran Ruiz last updated
Our round-up of the most anticipated space games in 2024 and beyond, including fresh IPs, new Star Wars adventures, and Mass Effect 4.
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Everything we know about Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2
By Fran Ruiz published
We're diving back into the grim darkness of the 41st millennium once again, as Titus returns in Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2. For Ultramar!!!
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New 'Judas' game trailer teases a dystopian sci-fi romp in outer space
By Fran Ruiz published
Straight from PlayStation's latest State of Play event, here's the second look at Ghost Story Games' riff on the familiar formula, new mystery included.
![Star Wars Battlefront II screenshot showing a TIE Interceptor chasing an X-wing - Best Star Wars games](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/shVAXjG4qKmXrQQdW5QduL-320-80.jpg)
Best Star Wars games of all time
By Fran Ruiz last updated
May the Force be with you! Here's our rundown of the best Star Wars games of all time.
![a person in silver armor carries a small green alien with big ears as a spaceship explodes behind them](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LQ726uWHVfzEP496DQdHoU-320-80.jpg)
Everything we know about 'The Mandalorian & Grogu'
By Fran Ruiz published
Din Djarin and Grogu are headed to the big screen for their next Star Wars adventure. Here's everything we know about The Mandalorian & Grogu.