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
'Venom: The Last Dance' gets 1st trailer full of alien symbiote mischief and mayhem (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
The third and (supposedly) final Venom movie is coming in 2024, and its first trailer is an intriguing one. Here's your first look at 'Venom: The Last Dance.'
Everything we know about 'The Acolyte': Release date, plot, cast & more
By Fran Ruiz last updated
The upcoming Star Wars series "The Acolyte" will bring the High Republic era to live-action and explore the dark side of the Force. This is what we know so far.
Is 'Star Wars: The Acolyte' already canceled? Breaking down the rumors
By Fran Ruiz published
There have been some rumblings of the next Star Wars series, The Acolyte, getting the axe before its first season even premieres, but all is not what it seems.
Watch 1st 'Star Wars: Hunters' gameplay trailer ahead of June 4 launch (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
We’ll soon be playing 'Star Wars: Hunters' on Nintendo Switch and mobile phones, and the latest gameplay trailer has a fun look at game modes and more.
Everything we know about 'A Quiet Place: Day One'
By Fran Ruiz published
A Quiet Place is expanding its universe with an ambitious prequel.
'Fallout' season 2 is going to New Vegas. How might outer space tie in?
By Fran Ruiz published
The Fallout T.V. show has been a huge hit for Bethesda and Prime Video, with season 2 already confirmed. With New Vegas now on the horizon, can we expect some space connections?
'Star Wars: Tales of the Empire' review: A gorgeous but ultimately uneven set of stories
By Fran Ruiz published
Lucasfilm Animation's second Star Wars anthology series often wows, but neither the tales chosen nor the structure feel like a good fit for the format.
Star Wars makes Darth Jar Jar official in 'Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy' mini-series (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
One of the Star Wars fandom's most infamous memes is joining the Star Wars canon (kind of) in this Lego Star Wars special mini-series.
The history of the Jedi Order in 'Star Wars'
By Fran Ruiz published
All aboard this lightspeed tour of the history of the Jedi Order, the peacekeepers of the galaxy.
The history of the Sith Order in Star Wars
By Fran Ruiz published
A long, long, time ago in a galaxy far, far away began the ultimate battle of good and evil. Here is the full history of the Sith order.
Somehow, Star Wars has returned to Fortnite for May the 4th (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
Star Wars and Fortnite's relationship has been fruitful over the years, but 2024's offerings could be the best yet. This is where the fun begins!
Star Wars: Hunters launches in June for Nintendo Switch and mobile (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
Star Wars: Hunters is finally opening its arena to everyone.
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?
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.
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.
'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.
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.
'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.
'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.
'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.
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."
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.
'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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