Craig Ellison

About Craig Ellison

Craig Ellison has been writing about entertainment for nearly a decade — from college newspapers to major film publications. His work focuses on adult animation (Futurama, Solar Opposites), video game adaptations (Castlevania: Nocturne), dark fantasy (Jujutsu Kaisen, Daemons of the Shadow Realm), and horror (Mike Flanagan, John Carpenter's The Thing, and anything A24 touches).

Before shifting fully into entertainment, Craig spent over six years as a baseball writer, publishing weekly articles across multiple outlets. That sports background gave him an unusual but useful skill: he treats streaming rankings, IMDb scores, and release schedules like a box score — with healthy skepticism and a soft spot for the underdog.

Craig got his start in student journalism at Illinois Valley Community College (writing for The IV Leader) before transferring to Eureka College on the Stephen W. Rigazio scholarship. At Eureka, he wrote for The Pegasus, covering everything from campus happenings to politics — including the 2020 election and Palestine. He graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor's in Communication.

What he's watching right now

  • Only Murders in the Building
  • What We Do in the Shadows
  • Castlevania: Nocturne
  • Whatever FromSoftware game is currently ruining his sleep schedule

Favorite films

  • Forrest Gump
  • Pulp Fiction
  • The Thing (John Carpenter)
  • Sinister
  • Anything A24

Favorite anime

  • Jujutsu Kaisen
  • Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Why trust his reviews: Craig watches everything he covers. No second-hand takes. No fluff. Just honest opinions from someone who has spent nearly a decade writing professionally about film, TV, and animation.

Craig writes for CineCorner independently. All views are his own.


All news by Craig Ellison

Masters of the Universe Director Nixes Radical Skeletor Redesign — and Explains Why
Masters of the Universe Director Nixes Radical Skeletor Redesign — and Explains Why
Masters of the Universe almost went full bling. The director says a previous version slapped a gold skull mask on Skeletor.
Inside Jared Leto’s Extreme Transformation Into Skeletor for the He-Man Movie
Inside Jared Leto’s Extreme Transformation Into Skeletor for the He-Man Movie
Jared Leto didn’t just slap on makeup for Skeletor—he put in serious grind to summon the villain for Masters of the Universe, hitting theaters June 5. Early buzz has flipped from trailer doubt to legit excitement for the Amazon MGM release, with much of the heat aimed at Leto’s menacing turn.
One of TV’s Bloodiest, Raunchiest Hits Just Smashed a Major Streaming Milestone
One of TV’s Bloodiest, Raunchiest Hits Just Smashed a Major Streaming Milestone
Twelve years in, Starz’s historical fantasy juggernaut is still roaring—and its spin-off is primed to seize the spotlight next.
Hulu’s Two-Part True Crime Phenomenon Tops the Streaming Charts
Hulu’s Two-Part True Crime Phenomenon Tops the Streaming Charts
Hulu just notched another win: a true-crime original that’s climbing the charts and splitting viewers down the middle.
Why Stan Lee Thought the First Live-Action Spider-Man Missed the Mark
Why Stan Lee Thought the First Live-Action Spider-Man Missed the Mark
Long before Spidey conquered cinemas, Marvel legend Stan Lee tore into the first live-action take — and in a string of interviews, he spelled out what went wrong.
Avengers Doomsday Star May Have Nailed the MCU’s Biggest Problem
Avengers Doomsday Star May Have Nailed the MCU’s Biggest Problem
Sebastian Stan just shined a light on the MCU’s real problem—and it’s not the usual suspect. As he readies Bucky Barnes’ return in Avengers: Doomsday, in theaters December 18, 2026, his candid Cannes remarks about his Marvel future raise a bigger question the studio can’t dodge.
Inside Emily Blunt’s Pivotal Role in Steven Spielberg’s Original Disclosure Day Sci-Fi Epic
Inside Emily Blunt’s Pivotal Role in Steven Spielberg’s Original Disclosure Day Sci-Fi Epic
With Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day nearing launch, Emily Blunt is pulling back the curtain on her lead role as Margaret, teasing an original sci-fi ride packed with big ideas and twisty plot turns. Expect character-driven stakes woven through heady themes as the countdown begins.
After Two Years, Netflix’s Most Overlooked Thriller Returns This Week — Prepare to Binge
After Two Years, Netflix’s Most Overlooked Thriller Returns This Week — Prepare to Binge
Netflix’s thriller bench runs deep, from Mindhunter to His & Hers, and an underrated gem is back with a new season dropping May 27, 2026.
The Crossover You Didn’t Know You Needed: Avatar and Marvel Stars Unite — Now on Digital
The Crossover You Didn’t Know You Needed: Avatar and Marvel Stars Unite — Now on Digital
Avatar and Marvel alums finally join forces in David Mackenzie’s slick heist thriller Fuze, which hit digital on May 26 — and the cast and director break down how this score came together.
Prime Video Just Handed The Rings of Power a Major Season 4 Win
Prime Video Just Handed The Rings of Power a Major Season 4 Win
Middle-earth faithful can exhale: Prime Video’s The Rings of Power is quietly lining up a fourth season, with a fresh update calming renewal jitters even without an official nod—just as Season 3 eyes a late 2026 debut.