Hey, families and animation aficionados! Are you on the hunt for your next TV night treasure? Look no further! Geeked Week has unveiled a lineup that’s sure to bring smiles, thrills, and a whole lot of fun to viewers of all ages. Let’s dive into these four fantastic titles that are perfect for family bonding!
Adam Sandler brings his comedic magic to “Leo,” an animated musical that’s as heartfelt as it is humorous. Imagine living a lifetime in a classroom terrarium. That’s Leo, a 74-year-old lizard with one year left to live and a bucket list to complete. But, plot twist! He ends up entangled in his students’ lives, including handling an imposing substitute teacher. Get ready for laughs and life lessons with “Leo”!
Baseball star turned superhero? That’s Ken Sato for you in “Ultraman: Rising.” Returning to Japan, Sato steps into the giant shoes of Ultraman, only to find an unexpected twist – he’s now a dad to his arch-enemy’s offspring! This action-packed animated film, inspired by Eiji Tsuburaya’s characters, promises high-flying adventures and heartwarming moments.
Sonic’s back, and the stakes are higher than ever in Season 3 of “Sonic Prime.” With the Shatterverse in peril, Sonic faces his toughest challenge yet – saving his friends, foes, and the entire universe! Will Sonic make the ultimate sacrifice? This exclusive clip teases a finale filled with speed, suspense, and Sonic’s signature style.
Meet Orion, an average kid with not-so-average fears. But when the Dark, the embodiment of his deepest fear, shows up, Orion’s world turns upside down. Join them on a whirlwind adventure that teaches Orion the beauty of the night and the power of facing his fears. This heartwarming tale, voiced by Jacob Tremblay, is set to be a visually stunning and emotionally rich journey.
Gear Up for a World of Wonder
Mark your calendars! These four titles from Geeked Week are not just shows; they’re gateways to worlds of wonder, laughter, and heart. Whether it’s Adam Sandler’s lizardly antics, Ultraman’s heroic feats, Sonic’s speedy showdowns, or Orion’s night-time escapades, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
So, why wait? Get your popcorn ready, snuggle up on the couch, and let these Geeked Week specials turn your family TV night into an unforgettable experience. Let the fun begin!
Geeked Week is officially wrapped, but the games are just beginning. Hosts Geoff Keighley and Mari Takahashi closed the five-day virtual event on Friday with a slew of news and first looks about all things games, ranging from games-inspired series like The Cuphead Show! and Sonic Prime to our long list of new mobile games, which will double our current catalog to approximately 50 titles by the end of 2022. Learn about new releases like Poinpy — now available to play! — and get ready to step into the world of your favorite Netflix series and films with games such as La Casa de Papel and The Queen’s Gambit Chess.
Missed the epic Geeked Week finale? Don’t stress! We’ve compiled all of the latest announcements, hottest clips and everything in between every day this week to keep you up-to-date and in the know.
Dragon Age: Absolution: That’s right! The hit role-playing video game is being adapted as an animated series at Netflix, and we’ve got the new teaser and the poster to prove it.
Tekken: Bloodline: The iconic Japanese fighting game franchise is getting the anime treatment! Hear from Chief Producer Katsuhiro Harada as he introduces never-before-seen exclusive clips from the series and touches on the background of a fan favorite character. Check out some exclusive footage and a special message from Katsuhiro Harada.
Shadow and Bone: Destinies: Straight from the Fold comes a new mobile game based on the fan-favorite series. Get a first look at this single-player RPG where you can step into the shoes of your favorite characters and journey across the world of the Grishaverse.
Too Hot to Handle: Swipe left on this sneak peek from the upcoming mobile game based on the Netflix series and get ready to meet and mingle with a whole new cast of sexy singles vying for your affection.
La Casa De Papel: It’s not all relaxation and romance. We’re excited to unveil this single-player action-adventure game based on the hit series, in which players crack safes, pick locks and help rob a casino in Monaco — all to help an old friend of the Professor’s. Watch the first look gameplay here.
The Queen’s Gambit Chess: The tables have turned and now you get to take part in the ultimate game of chess. See a first look at the trailer and the locations for this upcoming game, which lets you take lessons, play puzzles and matches, and compete against online competitors or familiar faces from the award-winning limited series. Official game trailer here
The Cuphead Show!: Get ready for the latest misadventures of the impulsive Cuphead and his cautious brother Mugman with a new teaser for the upcoming episodes of this video game-turned-series. Official teaser here.
Want more scoop on what’s to come? Then check out this table read from a new never-before-seen episode and see the faces behind those iconic voices. Check out The Cuphead Show! table read here
Lucky Luna: Check out the first trailer for this platformer based on Japanese folklore, in which you can join Luna on a magical journey to the depths of hidden dungeons and mythical temples as she unlocks the mysteries of her past. Official game trailer here
Desta: The Memories Between: Duck and cover… and watch the trailer for this new turn-based strategy game inspired by the game of dodgeball. Overcome broken relationships and a tragic family event, all through the medium of a surreal and exciting ball game. Official game trailer here
Reigns: Three Kingdoms: The beloved game series that lets you rule your own kingdom and change your destiny with a single swipe is coming to Netflix. This time, you can dive headlong into ancient China and climb the ranks to navigate the epic Chinese saga of The Romance of the Three Kingdoms.
Terra Nil: Who wants to save the planet? With a nod at the current climate crisis, this game subverts the city-builder genre to let you do just that. Use technology to rejuvenate barren wastelands, then recycle all the structures you used to do it, leaving nothing behind but pristine wilderness.
Poinpy: To celebrate the launch of this vertical climber game — available to download and play today! — see the trailer for this experience that lets you dodge adorable baddies and feed the blue beast hot on your heels. Warning: The more you play, the harder the game gets. Official game trailer here
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DOTA: Dragon’s Blood: Sneak a peek at Season 3 of this fantasy adaptation of the beloved game as Davion the Dragon Knight continues his quest to make the world a safer place one dragon slay at a time.
Wild Things: Animal Adventures: Dragons aren’t the only creatures on the loose! As the trailer hints, this new game tasks players with helping restore cute beasts to their wildlands (ranging from lush forests to tropical islands to icy terrains) by playing match-3 puzzles and restoring their habitats to health. Watch the full Games Day show to see the trailer and get more info.
Sonic Prime: Our favorite hedgehog is coming to Netflix as you’ve never seen him before. Get a sneak peek at this new animated series featuring an incredible twist that puts the fate of the multiverse in his gloved hands. First look here
Raji: An Ancient Epic: Paging all Raji fans! The Indian action-adventure game is coming to Netflix. Step into the shoes of Raji, the young orphan chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion, as she tries to rescue her younger brother and face the demon lord Mahabalasura.
Spiritfarer: This award-winning cozy management game about dying is coming to Netflix, and we’ve got the new trailer. As Stella, a Spirtfarer and ferrymaster to the deceased, you can explore the world, farm, mine, fish, harvest, cook, and craft while spending quality time with your spirit passengers, creating lasting memories and learning to say goodbye.
Castlevania: Nocturne: A year ago, we ended Geeked Week on an epic mic drop: News of a new Castlevania series centered on Richter Belmont during the French Revolution. Now, get a sneak peek at the iconic Rondo of Blood hero in action. Check out the announcement here
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Couldn’t watch the festivities live? Don’t sweat it! We’re compiling all of the latest announcements, exclusive sneak peeks and everything in between every day this week to keep you up-to-date and in the know.
The Sea Beast: Fasten your life vest and brace for the open waters with the latest trailer and poster for this epic animated film from director Chris Williams (Moana, Big Hero 6) about a legendary sea monster hunter whose life is turned upside down when a young girl stows away on his ship.
Troll: Get a first look at this Norwegian folklore-inspired action-adventure about an ancient creature awakened after being trapped in a mountain for a thousand years and the unlikely group of heroes who must come together to try and stop it.
Day Shift: Sink your teeth into Jamie Foxx’s upcoming action-packed vampire comedy with this behind-the-scenes video from the film, about a hardworking dad (Foxx) who uses a pool-cleaning job as a front for his real gig: hunting and killing vampires.
Killer Book Club: The suspense is over — almost! — with this teaser from the adaptation of the chilling novel about a group of college students haunted by an anonymous stalker threatening to take their lives and expose a killer secret.
mysterious teens and a creepy clown — what more can you ask for? KILLER BOOK CLUB, a new Spanish horror film, is coming soon to Netflix #GeekedWeekpic.twitter.com/B2rkyAtLsr
Blasted: Check out the out-of-the-world trailer for this sci-fi comedy, inspired by a real-life UFO phenomenon in Norway, about two childhood best friends who must reunite as the kick-ass laser tag duo they once were to stop an alien invasion.
Zom 100: Bucket List of Dead: If yesterday’s All of Us Are Dead segment didn’t satisfy your blood thirst, see the first look for this upcoming zombie apocalypse comedy based on the original manga series from writer Haro Aso and illustrator Kotaro Takata.
Wendell & Wild: Prepare to face your demons in this spooky new clip from the new stop motion film from the delightfully wicked minds of Henry Selick and Jordan Peele, about two demon brothers who trade the Underworld for the Land of the Living.
Spiderhead: Get ready to trip out with this new exclusive clip from Joseph Kosinski’s upcoming film, centered on two young convicts (Miles Teller and Jurnee Smollett) grappling with their pasts in a facility run by a brilliant visionary (Chris Hemsworth) who experiments on inmates with emotion-altering drugs.
Rebel Moon: Fresh off fan-favorite Army of the Dead, director Zack Snyder gives an update on his science fantasy epic about a peaceful colony that finds itself threatened by the armies of the tyrannical leader and tasks a young woman with a mysterious past to seek out warriors from neighboring planets to help them take a stand. Official teaser here
The School for Good and Evil: Listen up, class, and turn your attention to the very first teaser for Paul Feig’s upcoming adaptation of the best-selling book series, about two best friends at an enchanted school where young heroes and villains are trained to protect the balance of good and evil.
Check out the full panel for The School for Good and Evil below.
Geeked Week runs all this week on YouTube, Twitter, Twitch, Facebook and TikTok. Check out our Day 1 recap and tune in tomorrow for the latest on our animation slate, including Arcane, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, Inside Job and Exception. Visit GeekedWeek.com for all the details.
Netflix Geeked, Netflix’s home for all things genre entertainment, is back with Geeked Week ‘22….and it’s bigger than ever! The five-day virtual fan event celebrating Netflix’s genre series, films, and games returns on Monday, June 6 – Friday, June 10 with tons of your favorites.
And today we are giving you a first look at what to expect in our brand new trailer narrated by the one and only David Harbour. In addition to a trip to the Upside Down, Netflix geeks can expect the latest on The Sandman, The Umbrella Academy, Manifest, The Gray Man, Alice in Borderland,Day Shift,Resident Evil, The Sea Beast, and for the first time ever, we’ll be sharing exclusive Netflix games. THERE IS SO MUCH TO GET GEEKED ABOUT!
Each day will be jam-packed with cast reveals, talent appearances, trailer premieres, sneak peeks, surprise announcements and so much more covering over 60 Netflix projects.
Every day of Geeked Week will be dedicated to different themes:
Monday, June 6 (Day 1) – Series Tuesday, June 7 (Day 2) – Film Wednesday, June 8 (Day 3) – Animation Thursday, June 9 (Day 4) – Stranger Things Friday, June 10 (Day 5) – Games
Bookmark GeekedWeek.com so you can stay up-to-date on the latest announcements and details, we’ll share over the next few weeks. And follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Twitch and Facebook to get the latest on Geeked Week and all of your Netflix genre faves.
