Newly promoted full-time Saturday Night Live cast member Bowen Yang had only two lines here. They weren’t even lines. Just seven words in total, all of them proper names. But he’s got the funniest moments in this sketch about a COVID-era school board meeting. I’d even say they’re the funniest moments of SNL‘s entire Season 47 premiere.

What, you think I’m going to spoil anything? Just watch it. Yang has been an energizing addition to SNL since he joined as a featured player in 2019. He’s clearly keeping that vibe going now as a full-time member of the cast.

An energized Pete Davidson sat down with the the Saturday Night Live Weekend Update crew, ostensibly to sum up the recent Met Gala in New York City, which he attended. Instead, Pete spent most of his time rattling off wisecracks directed at his own wardrobe that night, his uncle, the ’80s, which he describes as “somehow the gayest and the most homophobic generation of all time,” and, of course, Colin Jost.

If Davidson shows up for a Weekend Update without roasting the hell out of Jost, was he even really there?

For fans of Pete Davidson, this is some great Pete Davidson. His wisecracks are on point, his awkward guy timing is impeccable, and his tie-dyed shirt celebrating late SNL Weekend Update host Norm Macdonald, which seem to prominently feature a dove as well, is a sweetly ridiculous touch.

Owen Wilson’s funniest moment in the Season 47 premiere of Saturday Night Live, which he hosted, came with his first appearance as Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. The cowboy hat-wearing billionaire, slouched in the captain’s chair of his very own Star Trek ship, says bro-ily to the camera: “Dude. Space is freakin’ awesome.”

Cue the dumb toothy grin.

In one of the premiere’s standout sketches, SNL pitched a new Star Trek series, “Star Trek: Ego Quest”. It’s a show about three asshole billionaires — along with “Bezos,” there’s Virgin’s Richard Branson (Alex Moffat) and Elon Musk (Mikey Day) — farting around in space for no particular reason. And yes, for Bezos specifically that happens in “a ship that looks like a penis.”

Also, Luke Wilson is here too, as “Jeff Bezos’ brother.” He doesn’t really do anything, but hey, another Wilson.

You don’t have to be under the age of 12 to enjoy kids’ movies.

Main target demographic aside, sometimes you just want to sit back and watch a host of colourful characters — maybe of the animated variety, possibly CGI — getting out there and going on some rip-roaring adventures.

The good news is that the streaming services have us more than covered, with plenty of options to choose from on Netflix and (of course) Disney+.

But don’t overlook Amazon Prime, either. From oddly existential unicorn cartoons to miniature talking mice, here are some of the best kids’ movies you can stream today…

1. The Baby-Sitter’s Club

If you dreamed of having your own phone and stashing junk food all around your room as a kid (Claudia Kishi hive assemble), then you probably read Anne M. Martin’s The Baby-Sitter’s Club book series. The concept was simple: a group of teens in junior high in the suburb of Stoneybrook regularly meet to make extra cash through their babysitting business — but more importantly, to talk about all the stuff that’s going on in their lives (crushes, family crap, dumb school, etc.). 

Long before Netflix’s adaptation, in 1995, the books were made into a film by director Melanie Mayron, with Rachael Leigh Cook as Mary Anne, Larisa Oleynik as Dawn, Tricia Joe as Claudia, Schuyler Fisk as Kristy, Bre Blair as Stacey, Zelda Harris as Jessi, and Stacy Linn Ramsower as Mallory. The film sees the BSC running a summer day camp as its core narrative, but each member has their own drama going on in their lives, from Kristy’s relationship with her estranged dad to a questionable storyline involving Stacey hiding her age (and her diabetes?) from an older guy called Luca. But there is a memorable scene involving a “quick study” science rap that will get stuck in your brain, the centre of the chain. — Shannon Connellan, UK Editor

How to watch: The Baby-Sitter’s Club is currently streaming on Amazon Prime.

2. Horton Hears a Who

As well as The Lorax, potential young climate activists need to watch Horton Hears a Who, the film version of Dr Seuss’ parable about doing everything you can to protect the planet. (It’s worth noting that the source material of this film comes from the children’s author whose books featuring racist imagery will no longer be published — Horton is not among these.)

Using every last theatrical element of his voice, Jim Carrey is perfect as Horton, a sweet, friendly elephant whose quest to save a tiny world goes largely mocked. As the title suggests, Horton hears a small noise coming from a piece of floating fluff, on which the city of Whoville resides (here Whoville is located within a speck, and in The Grinch, also starring Carrey, it’s located within a snowflake, keep up). So, Horton embarks on a perilous journey to keep Whoville safe. Steve Carell brings his good-natured sarcasm to Whoville’s jovial Mayor Ned McDodd, and the cast also includes Amy Poehler, Niecy Nash, Seth Rogen, Will Arnett, Isla Fisher, Selena Gomez, Jonah Hill, Dan Fogler, Jesse McCartney, and Carol Burnett as a snobby naysaying kangaroo, “the type who’s convinced she knows better than you.”

But apart from being a star-studded ride through Blue Sky Studios’ stunning, bright animation, the film also encourages us to think about the smaller ecosystems we might not be able to see or hear, our impact upon them, and why we should do whatever we can to protect them. — S.C.

How to watch: Horton Hears a Who is currently streaming on Amazon Prime.

3. The Last Unicorn

Fair warning: The Last Unicorn isn’t your typical jolly, look-at-how-much-fun-we’re-all-having kind of kids’ movie. Not at all. Although there are some lighthearted moments it’s also pretty bleak in parts, probably closer in tone to Watership Down than Monsters Inc. But that doesn’t mean you should skip it! If you’re a fan of the darker Disney movies and Studio Ghibli films like Spirited Away, The Last Unicorn is well worth checking out. The story — based on Peter S. Beagle’s novel and adapted by the man himself — follows the titular unicorn (voiced by Mia Farrow) on a quest to re-discover the rest of her kind. Along the way she must contend with an evil witch (Angela Lansbury), a miserable king (Christopher Lee), and the shadow of an ominous red bull that wants nothing more than to trap her forever. Extra points for the music in this one, which comes with some original songs from Jimmy Webb performed by the band America and the London Symphony Orchestra. — Sam Haysom, Deputy UK Editor

How to watch: The Last Unicorn is currently streaming on Amazon Prime (U.S.). If you’re in the UK, you can rent it for £3.49.

4. Madeline

Adapting children’s books into live-action films is not the easiest thing to do. Especially when the film involves a clown-orchestrated kidnapping and an inadvertent fall into the River Seine. Madeline manages to string each chaotic event together into a pretty heartwarming film, though. The heroine (you can guess her name) is a precocious young girl attending a Catholic boarding school with 11 other girls, run by a loving nun and excitable chef. The plot sees the girls forced to save their school from being shut down, and they get into all sorts of adventures in the process. It’s a wholesome family film that might just procure a tear or two. — M.N. 

How to watch: Madeline is available on Amazon Prime (U.S.) and Netflix (U.K.).

5. The Muppets Take Manhattan

You can never go too far wrong with The Muppets. Jim Henson’s colourful band of puppets journey to New York in this 1984 sing-a-long, with Kermit bringing the gang’s musical to Manhattan in an attempt to get it produced on Broadway. Cue plenty of entertaining songs, some amusing slapstick moments and a cute rags-to-riches story that sees everybody’s favourite frog navigating a world of dubious producers, kindly cafe workers, and one very jealous pig. — S.H.

How to watch: The Muppets Take Manhattan is currently streaming on Amazon Prime (U.S.) and NOW TV (U.K.).

6. Ramona and Beezus

Based on the Ramona books written by Beverly Cleary in the ’50s, Ramona and Beezus is just a really sweet movie about being your best and weirdest self, growing up, using your imagination to be extraordinary, and hey, being a bit nicer to your sister. 

A tiny Joey King is the mischievous Ramona Quimby, who, despite what her big sister Beatrice (aka Beezus, played by Selena Gomez) will tell you, is not a pest! Sure, she might squeeze a whole bunch of toothpaste into the sink and annoy her mum Dorothy (Bridget Moynahan) and dad Robert (John Corbett). Sure, Ramona’s stories in class aren’t quite yet appreciated by her classmates or teacher, Mrs. Meachum (Sandra Oh). But she’s just being creative — as some of the surreal sequences in this film will attest.

When her dad loses his job, life throws a bit of a challenge at the Quimbys, with Ramona looking for life advice from her aunt Bea (Ginnifer Goodwin) and her beloved cat Picky-Picky. She’ll need to use her particular brand of creativity to find her way through it all — and find a way to get along with Beezus too. — S.C.

How to watch: Ramona and Beezus is currently streaming on Amazon Prime.

7. The Secret of NIMH

The main protagonist in The Secret of NIMH may be a tiny adorable mouse, but don’t let that fool you: Like The Last Unicorn this is another dark one, with levels of peril that practically hit Jason Statham levels in certain scenes. Rats engaging in bloody sword-fights? Check. Giant, terrifying cats? Check. Characters almost drowning in quicksand? Check. Basically it’s not for the faint of heart, but if you’re after a fast-paced adventure with a moral message up its sleeve, you won’t go far wrong. — S.H.

How to watch: The Secret of NIMH is currently streaming on Amazon Prime.

8ths . Stuart Little

There are many famous movies out there starring mice — Mousehunt; The Great Mouse Detective; The Secret of NIMH from this very list — but Stuart Little is arguably king of the genre. With his bright jumpers, red Converse shoes, and habit for getting trapped inside washing machines and ticking off the household cats, Stuart Little is a character who that doesn’t really need much more of an introduction. Voiced by Michael J. Fox and starring Hugh Laurie and Geena Davis, this is peak family viewing that you pretty much have to see at least once. — S.H.

How to watch: Stuart Little is currently streaming on Amazon Prime.

9. The Wild Thornberrys Movie

Based on the popular Nickelodeon series of the same name, The Wild Thornberrys Movie zeroes in on the struggles of Eliza Thornberry, a young girl who can talk to animals and must track down a missing cheetah cub after it gets snatched by evil poachers. Okay, so there are a few sequences in this one that feel a little like bit like padding (the whole boarding school sequence is a little random), but this one makes up for it with its diabolical villains and surprisingly intense, elephant-hopping conclusion. — S.H.

How to watch: The Wild Thornberrys Movie is currently streaming on Amazon Prime (U.S.) and NOW TV (U.K.).

“Let’s talk about the elephant in the womb.”

The anger that built up over the month of September finally boiled over on Saturday. It started on Sept. 1 with Texas effectively outlawing abortions using a mechanism that looks an awful lot like vigilante justice. Then, just a day later, the U.S. Supreme Court’s move to uphold the ban while the law worked its way through the legal system further infuriated abortion activists, who saw an implicit undermining of the court’s landmark Roe v. Wade decision.

In a reflection of just how deeply unpopular the Texas law is, a number of major companies, including the likes of Apple, Lyft, and Uber, pledged to support their Texas-based workers in various ways. With resistance continuing to grow, the Women’s March planned an Oct. 2 Rally for Abortion Justice. While it’s a nationwide effort, the D.C.-based centerpiece of the protest included a march right to the steps of the Supreme Court.

Photos from the event show an energized public exercising their First Amendment right to let people like Texas governor Greg Abbott know that these kinds of unconstitutional legal games aren’t going to fly. There’s Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Handmaid’s Tale cosplay. Upturned middle fingers. More clever protest signs than you can possibly imagine. The outrage is real.

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In its call to action, the Women’s March laid out the issue of the day in blunt term: “When the Supreme Court rejected an emergency request to block Texas’s abortion ban, they effectively took the next step towards overturning Roe v. Wade. Simply put: We are witnessing the most dire threat to abortion access in our lifetime.”

NARAL Pro-Choice America offered a similar sentiment on Twitter: “We’re done compromising. Abortion justice for all—when, where, and however we need it. Reproductive freedom is a fundamental freedom. That’s why we #RallyForAbortionJustice. Why do you? Tell us why you’re rallying and drop a photo or two from today’s rally.”

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It’s not just Washington, D.C. where people are rallying. All across the United States, hundreds of rallies hosted thousands of protesters on Saturday, as concerned citizens gathered to let their voices be heard. This shouldn’t be a surprise. Well over half the U.S. population is supportive of birthgivers having the right of access to abortions.

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A cartoon is an inherently limitless medium. It is not bound to our world, or even our physics, and so can communicate in ways that humans in front of a camera simply can’t. Anything goes in the world of cartoons, which are shackled only by the imaginations of writers and animators. Stories can be bigger, wilder, darker, and more fanciful than anything bound by the gravity of our reality. Can you tell how much we love cartoons? We love cartoons a lot.

So, we put together a list of our favorite cartoons and animated shows and movies on Netflix, ranging from kids’ hits that adults will love to gory adventures for the moodiest among us. If that sounds like a diverse range of picks, that’s because it is. Cartoons, people! They can do anything!

1. The Mitchells vs. The Machines

Take your typical family road trip comedy, toss in a robot apocalypse, and top it all off with a heavy smattering of meme-worthy filters, doodles, and GIFs, and you might end up with something like The Mitchells vs. The Machines: a truly fun-for-the-whole-family feature that hinges on whether an artsy teen (voiced by Abbi Jacobson) and her Luddite dad (voiced by Danny McBride) can set aside their differences long enough to save all of humanity from being launched into space by Siri Pal.

Come for the jokes about our impending AI-led dystopia, stay for the heart-tugging moments of Mitchell family bonding. Seriously, we might never hear T.I. and Rihanna’s “Live Your Life” without tearing up again. — Angie Han, Deputy Entertainment Editor (*)

How to Watch: The Mitchells vs. The Machines is streaming on Netflix.

2. The Dragon Prince

Set in a rich fantasy world, The Dragon Prince is a fun and adventurous epic full of dragons, magic, and evil courtiers. The story centers around a young, idealistic human prince, his caring half-brother, and a playful elf-assassin, all brought together by a quest to heal the rift between their two peoples. They and their friends are deeply relatable, in part because the show allows them to make mistakes and to change their minds. It’s certainly an achievement for a cartoon to explore both the nuances of the human condition and deliver a sweeping magical set-piece in under 30 minutes, but The Dragon Prince does so with grace — and a whole lot of whimsical jokes.

Need another reason to watch? The Dragon Prince’s cast of characters features a full spectrum of skin color, sexual orientation, and physical ability, and all are treated with simple, almost mundane respect by those around them. This casual normalization of under-represented groups elevates The Dragon Prince from a great show to an exceptional show, and one of the few in the fantasy genre to get diversity right.

How to Watch: The Dragon Prince is streaming on Netflix.

3. BoJack Horseman

The king of adult animation, BoJack Horseman needs no introduction. The series has been nominated for multiple Emmys and was a critics’ darling for most of its six-season run. In a world where animals and humans live side-by-side, BoJack follows a washed-up actor (and horse!) trying to make a comeback while struggling with addiction. While the cast deserves a write-up of its own (Will Arnett, Alison Brie, Paul F. Tompkins, and Aaron Paul to name a few), one reason this show has remained such a fan favorite is its dedication to realism. It explores dark topics like depression, sexism, trauma, and more with sobering honesty — which is all the more interesting coming from characters like a talent agent (and cat) named Princess Carolyn (Amy Sedaris).

The only explanation you could have for avoiding BoJack this long is some sort of misguided rebellion against the dozens of people in your life insisting you should watch it. We’re sorry, but it’s time to let go. Accept it. BoJack is every bit as compelling as your friends claim it to be.

How to Watch: BoJack Horseman is streaming on Netflix.

4. Surf’s Up (2007)

Cody Maverick, a young, Antarctic penguin, has dreamed his entire life of being a pro surfer, but does he have what it takes? Not before he’s had a Karate Kid-style training session, of course! Surf’s Up stands out from other CGI family flicks because of its mockumentary style, complete with penguin confessionals. Shia LaBeouf charms as the headstrong Cody, but the star performance belongs to Jeff Bridges, in his most Jeff Bridges role (besides Lebowski) as Cody’s burned-out-beach-bum teacher. Hilarious and surprisingly grounded for a movie about penguins on surfboards, Surf’s Up is a solid choice for your next movie night — kids or no kids!

How to Watch: Surf’s Up is streaming on Netflix.

5. Yasuke

This LeSean Thomas original anime series is inspired by the story of Yasuke, a real-life 16th-century Black samurai. Through flashbacks, we piece together the events that led Yasuke (LaKeith Stanfield) to abandon his warrior’s life and hole up in a small town. In the present, after years of solitude, impending danger forces him to once again pick up his katana. Set in a mystical feudal Japan, and elevated by a fresh soundtrack from Flying Lotus, this alternate reality story of an actual historical figure is moody, well-paced, and engrossing. Though far too heavy and gory for kids, Yasuke is a cool treat for those adults who love anti-heroes and stunning sword fights.

How to Watch: Yasuke is streaming on Netflix.

6. Hilda

Hilda is, simply put, a gorgeous show. Based on a graphic novel series, this whimsical tale follows the young, blue-haired Hilda’s endless adventures in a modern but mythical Scandinavian landscape. She’s precocious, kind, and has a knack for making friends with all manner of wilderness creatures, each more imaginative than the last. What sets Hilda apart from other animated series is its unique sense of style. Colored exclusively in autumnal hues, Hilda does not shy away from moments of silence and often will pan quietly across a beautifully drawn mountainside between scenes. The result is spellbinding, with each new visual imbued with a sense of wonder. You do not need to be a kid to fall for this lovely and ruminative show!

How to Watch: Hilda is streaming on Netflix.

7. I Lost My Body

Seeking something more mature? Then, check out Jérémy Clapin’s animated French drama about a dismembered hand searching for the body who lost it. This setup might sound grisly. Yet there’s a sprightly sense of wonder in the journey of the hand, its fingers racing from rat-infested subways to cushy apartments and lofty rooftops. The heart of the film, however, is the interwoven tale of love and loss. In search of direction, dreamer Naoufel thinks the witty Gabrielle might be his North Star. But life and romance are rarely so simple. With unique style, sophisticated storytelling, and a challenging gimmick, I Lost My Body won over not only critics but also the Academy Awards voters, earning an Oscar nod for Best Animated Feature in 2020. For those who struggle with subtitles, Netflix also offers an excellent English-language overdub. — Kristy Puchko, Deputy Entertainment Editor (*)

How to Watch: I Lost My Body is streaming on Netflix.

8. She-Ra and the Princesses of Power

If the opening sequence of Dreamworks’ She-Ra and the Princesses of Power doesn’t get you pumped up, then we’re sorry that you’re dead inside. The 30-second opener is a rapid-fire mosaic of unapologetic femininity — horses, rainbows, magnificent hair — set to a pulsing call-to-action: “We must be strong!” The juxtaposition makes it clear what this show believes: Anyone can be a warrior.

A welcome reboot of the 1985 cartoon, She-Ra follows Adora, a soldier who discovers she has the ability to channel the ancient hero She-Ra. Suddenly, she’s thrust into a new world — and on the other side of the battlefield from her former friends. With a narrative absolutely bursting with emotion, She-Ra soars on its diverse representations of female, nonbinary, and LGBTQ characters. It’s an absolute must-watch for anyone needing an immediate jolt of joy.

How to Watch: She-Ra and the Princesses of Power is streaming on Netflix.

9. Arlo the Alligator Boy

For a road trip adventure proudly packed with every color in the rainbow, check out this Netflix original about the eponymous alligator boy. Raised in the bayous of the American South, Arlo (Michael J. Woodard) has never fit in with the humans or the critters. So, with a song in his heart and a gift for making friends, he sets forth to find his fortune — and his long-lost father — in New York City. Along the way, he’ll meet a parade of unorthodox characters, voiced by the likes of Jennifer Coolidge, Tony Hale, Jonathan Van Ness, Mary Lambert, Brett Gelman, and Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers. On top of silly shenanigans and heartwarming song numbers, director Ryan Crego creates a world of wonder and weirdness that’s sure to enchant. — Kristy Puchko, Deputy Entertainment Editor (*)

How to Watch: Arlo the Alligator Boy is streaming on Netflix.

10. Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra

Two great shows set in the same fascinating universe! Avatar: The Last Airbender introduces us to a world in which people can harness the powers of the four elements — air, water, earth, and fire — through a power called “bending.” There, we meet the young and earnest Aang, the last airbender, who hopes to put a stop to the Fire Nation’s aggressive invasions outside of their borders. Though tackling big topics like indoctrination and totalitarianism, this Nickelodeon show remains cheerful thanks to the optimism of Aang and his friends.

The story continues decades later in The Legend of Korra with a slightly more mature tone. The world has changed. The people need a leader and are hoping to find it in Korra, a young woman with the potential to bend all four elements. Korra, on the other hand, is just trying to get her temper under control! The continuation retains the spark of the original series (get ready to see a few familiar faces!), but its compelling plot twists, 1940s-style narration, and talented vocal cast assure its status as a winning series in its own right.

How to Watch: Avatar: The Last Airbender is streaming on Netflix.

How to Watch: The Legend of Korra is streaming on Netflix.

11. Big Mouth

Though its characters are children, Big Mouth is not a show for kids. It’s a blunt and brazen exploration of the horror of puberty, stacking each half-hour with broken hearts, broken genitals, and lots of masturbation. It’s a gross-out comedy with a surprising amount of heart, perhaps thanks to the absolutely top-of-the line vocal cast: John Mulaney, Jessi Klein, Jason Mantzoukas, Fred Armisen, Maya Rudolph, Jenny Slate, Ayo Edebiri, Andrew Rannells, Jordan Peele, and Nick Kroll — the show’s creator. Its biggest triumph is its frank look at mental health, manifesting everything from hormone monsters to shame and depression as walking, talking creatures the preteens interact with. That’s right! Hidden under that layer of jizz is a smart and relatable show.

How to Watch: Big Mouth is streaming on Netflix.

12. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Generally regarded as one of the best anime series, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is an epic tale of magic, villains, war, and family. Brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric attempt to bring their mother back to life using alchemy, but it goes horribly wrong. In the end, Edward loses an arm and a leg and Alphonse loses his whole body, his soul being relegated to a suit of armor, and the two set off to find the Philosopher’s Stone but wander into so much more. — Kellen Beck, Science Reporter (*)

How to Watch: Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is streaming on Netflix.

Asterisks (*) indicate the entry comes from another Mashable streaming list.

The kids are on his lawn, and he damn well needs to tweet about it.

Former president and Florida resident Donald Trump is suing Twitter in an attempt to get his account back, reports The Verge. The lawsuit, filed Friday in the Southern District of Florida, seeks to grant the failed blogger immediate temporary access to his account while he continues to pursue a larger fundraising effort disguised as a legal broadside against tech giants like Twitter and Facebook.

Trump was permanently booted from Twitter in January of 2021, shortly after the storming of U.S. Capitol building by pro-Trump extremists. Facebook, in comparison, has not committed to making Trump’s banishment from its service a permanent one.

“[Twitter] is censoring Plaintiff, a former President of the United States,” claims the lawsuit.

We asked Twitter if it has any comment on the suit, but received no immediate response.

“[Twitter’s] censorship and prior restraint of Plaintiff’s speech violates the First Amendment to the United Sates Constitution and likewise violates Florida’s newly enacted Stop Social Media Censorship Act (‘SSMCA’),” continues the suit.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the SSMCA into law in May, however in June a judge prevented the law from going into effect.

SEE ALSO: Instagram boss says social media is like cars: People are going to die

So, yeah. Like with many things Trump, the latest lawsuit against Twitter appears more bluster than substance.

The legendary Hubble telescope snapped an image of an intriguing galaxy, some 130 million light-years away.

NGC 5728 is a spiral galaxy, similar to the Milky Way, but with an especially energetic core, as seen in the recent Hubble image. This is a class of galaxy with an “active galactic nucleus (AGN),” explained NASA.

Hubble’s invaluable Wide Field Camera 3 — installed by astronauts in 2009 during their last and final trip to service Hubble — captured this intense visible and infrared light (infrared is light we can’t see but can sometimes feel as heat).

Yet, importantly, NASA emphasizes that NGC 5728’s energetic core (filled with stars) is actually emitting much more light than Hubble (or us) can see. In other words, significantly more light, coming out in other wavelengths, is emanating from the galaxy.

“This galaxy is more than meets the eye…” NASA tweeted from its Hubble Twitter account.

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NASA’s next generation of space telescope, the James Webb Space Telescope, is currently set to launch on Dec. 18. The telescope, with larger mirrors and a much greater resolution than Hubble, will peer at some of the oldest galaxies in our universe, and observe planets forming in distant solar systems.

Seinfeld is alive on Netflix, at long last. But Jerry’s sneakers and George’s pothole nemesis aren’t the only things missing. John Randolph is also a no-show.

Here’s some Seinfeld trivia for ya: Fans of a certain age may not remember, but Jerry Stiller wasn’t always the Festivus-creating patriarch of the Costanza family. Before Ben Stiller’s dad added his iconic presence to the hit NBC series, another actor played Frank Costanza: That’s right, John Randolph.

The character of Frank debuted in the 22nd episode of Season 4, “The Handicap Spot.” This, Randolph’s lone appearance on Seinfeld, gave us a more genteel and soft-spoken version of Frank. When Stiller joined the cast in Season 5, he put his own stamp on the character and the rest is history.

But “The Handicap Spot” still existed. The story goes that Seinfeld co-creator Larry David had originally wanted Stiller for the role, but the actor turned it down. It wasn’t until David’s second attempt, some months later, that Stiller said yes. Once he established the Frank Costanza we know and love today, David reportedly pushed NBC to re-shoot Randolph’s scenes. (I wasn’t able to find an interview confirming exactly how the re-shoots came to happen, but David’s push for them is the story that floats around.)

Both versions of “The Handicap Spot” appear on the Season 4 DVD release of Seinfeld. Both versions were also included in Hulu’s library, which is where Seinfeld lived before it made the leap to Netflix. But now, in its new home, there’s only one version of “The Handicap Spot” to be found, and it’s the Stiller re-shoot.

I’m not trying to kick off a “Release the John Randolph” cut campaign. That version of the episode still exists on DVD if nothing else. You can also find Randolph’s clips on YouTube in various forms as well.

It’s nonetheless curious that Seinfeld‘s previous streaming home of Hulu had both versions of the episode, but Netflix only has one. Mashable has reached out to Netflix for more information, so stay tuned for updates.

It’s the age-old social media question: How do I get more followers on Twitter?

The truth is, there is no simple answer.

Some people stumble upon making a post that just happens to go insanely viral and gain a slew of followers that way. Others happen to be somewhere offline at the right time and catch something incredible on camera for their 15 minutes of fame, which drives a large number of people to hit the follow button.

But that’s like hitting the social media lottery. You really can’t plan or schedule a tweet that you can guarantee will go viral.

So, what can you do? Let’s go through some simple tips to grow your following on Twitter.

Tweet, tweet

This seems obvious, right? Tweet. Post content to your account. Contribute to the Twitter community.

People follow accounts because they’re interested in what that user is tweeting. Tweet on a frequent basis, and you’ll see your follower count grow, as there’s more content to grab people’s attention.

Obviously, don’t tweet nonstop garbled nonsense. Provide value, whether that’s entertainment or information. Throw some multimedia into the mix: Share links, embed photos, upload video.

Life happens; we all need breaks and sleep. I’m not saying you have to become a machine firing off tweets every hour on the hour. But if your last tweet was that “Happy New Year” post ringing in 2017, don’t be surprised that you’re not gaining a following in the 2020s.

An active account will see gains to their follower count.

Pay attention to what’s happening

Twitter asks each user — right there everyday at the top of their feed — “What’s happening?”

That’s because Twitter is a platform for current events. You don’t have to be a newsophile or run one of those “BREAKING” accounts that share news outlet links all day. Just pay attention to what other users are talking about and what topics are listed on the platform’s trending topics.

Maybe there’s a way to tie your niche into what the day’s trends are? If you tweet a lot about horror films and the trailer for the latest big scary movie just dropped, that can work in your favor and provide some inspiration about what to tweet.

If you have something of value to add to a conversation that’s trending…add to it!

But don’t spam

Yes, trends can help users find your tweets. But don’t be an asshole about it.

Don’t even think of spamming a trending topic by stuffing those keywords into your completely unrelated tweet. That won’t attract new followers and will probably turn some of your current followers into unfollowers.

The same goes for hashtags. Don’t clutter a hashtag search with your tweets. People use those to follow events or certain topics. (As a side note, you should probably look into whether you’d like to use hashtags at all. They’re quite passé.)

You won’t gain followers with off-topic self-promotion cluttering people’s feeds. In fact, you’ll lose them.

Be aware of when you tweet

There are hardcore social media professionals that analyze their Twitter data and dive into the hour and day of the week in which their content receives the most engagement. You can really crunch the numbers if you’d like.

But you don’t have to do that. Being aware of how society functions doesn’t require you to be a big data person.

If you’re growing a following on the West Coast, it probably doesn’t make sense to fire off your best tweets at 8 a.m. ET. If you’re running an account tweeting out business tips, you probably don’t want your quality material debuting on Labor Day.

Obviously, there are plenty of niches that are evergreen, meaning you can tweet whenever you’d like and find engagement. Just don’t be surprised when those 3 a.m. tweets you’re blasting out on a Sunday night from NYC mostly get replies from a bunch of Australians passing the time at the end of the work day.

Actually set up your account

Just having a Twitter @ handle isn’t enough.

Change your avatar to something unique to you, even if you don’t want to use your own photo. Add a header image while you’re at it.

Also, fill out that bio. No, really, fill out that bio. Include information that will inform people about what they’ll get from this account, what your experience is in.

Are you a football fan? Let people know. Will you be sharing your latest original knitting patterns? You have to put that in your bio! You’d be surprised about how much one’s profile determines whether another user will follow them or not.

A complete profile also helps Twitter accurately place your account within its search results so other users can find you.

Don’t be a bot

There are some great automated accounts on Twitter that share some quality, funny content around the clock.

But, unless you have some creative idea for a themed-account that can be run by a bot, don’t do it. Automating replies or DMs to thank new followers is not that. Be a real person and don’t use bots or automated systems to tweet for you. Interact with people where it’s appropriate so they know you’re a real person.

And if your Twitter handle is the default first name and bunch of numbers Twitter suggests for you, for the love of God, change it. You look like a bot.

Follow people

We’re not talking about those “follow back” trains where you reciprocate with someone who follows you so you eventually end up with 30,000 followers and 30,000 people you’re following. There’s no value in that for anyone.

Follow accounts that you find interesting, even if they don’t follow you back. Curate your own Twitter feed so you can find the value in what others are tweeting about. You’ll discover interesting content yourself.

From there, you’ll end up interacting with these users by replying to their tweets to discuss what they’re posting. This will help you grow in your niche among fellow members of that Twitter community. You’ll probably end up eventually getting a follow-back too, but this way you’ll have earned it, and your new follower will actually pay attention to what you post in the future.

And last, but not least…

Grow your account organically

Do not buy followers. Just don’t do it.

There are a slew of websites out there where you can drop money and gain thousands of followers in just a few hours. How are all those wonderful Twitter users finding you? They’re not. Many of these websites take advantage of hacked accounts or set up tens of thousands of fake profiles to provide the illusion of being a popular Twitter user.

Ever see a Twitter account with hundreds of thousands of followers, yet each tweet gets no more than one retweet and two likes? It’s because they’re faking it with paid followers. It’s inauthentic, and real people who do find your account can see right through it.