Okay, let's be real. Remembering exactly when *anything* came out these days is a Herculean task.
Especially when we're talking about a show like Under the Banner of Heaven. It feels like it's been around forever, right?
So, When Did This Thing Actually Drop?
The "official" answer? It premiered on April 28, 2022.
But honestly, does that date really *mean* anything to anyone besides the people who made it? Probably not.
It's like trying to remember the exact date of your last dentist appointment. Painful, and ultimately, pointless.
The Perpetual Streamer Time Warp
Thanks to streaming services, time has lost all meaning. Shows arrive, vanish into the algorithm, and then reappear like mystical creatures.
Did Under the Banner of Heaven really come out almost two years ago? Or did it just materialize fully formed in my "recommended for you" section last week?
I'm starting to suspect my streaming service is a sentient being messing with my memories.
My Unpopular Opinion? Dates Don't Matter.
Here's where I might lose some of you. I don't care when something came out.
If it's good, it's good. If it's bad, it's bad. The date is just trivia.
I mean, who actually remembers when *The Office* first aired? Besides die-hard fans with encyclopedic knowledge, of course.
The Content is King (or Queen)
All that matters is the experience. Was it gripping? Did Andrew Garfield give an amazing performance?
Did it make you think? Or just make you want to binge-watch something lighter afterwards?
These are the important questions, people!
The Point is: Enjoy the Ride
Instead of stressing about release dates, let's just appreciate the stories we get to consume. And perhaps debate the finer points of Dustin Lance Black's writing style.
Whether it's brand new or a slightly older gem, there's always something to discover. Maybe even something about the complexities of faith and history, like in *Under the Banner of Heaven*.
So, stop worrying about the calendar and start watching! Your eyeballs will thank you.
Unless It's a Sequel... Then We Care (A Little)
Okay, I lied a little. Sequels are different. We need to know when those are coming out!
But that's because we're emotionally invested. We need to know what happens next!
And let's be honest, we want to be the first ones to brag about seeing it.
Final Thoughts (Before I Get Distracted by Another Show)
So, yes, *Under the Banner of Heaven* came out in April 2022. Happy now?
But more importantly, is it worth watching? That's the real question. And probably deserves another article entirely.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a streaming service to yell at for messing with my temporal perception.
