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In the world of modern action cinema, Jason Statham has established himself as one of the genre’s premiere stars from a 20-plus year career dating back to the 2001 Jet Li vehicle The One. It was this knowledge that Statham looked to while on the set of The Beekeeper, where director David Ayer admitted to […]

The cast of Mortal Kombat 2 is set to expand significantly from the 2021 film with additions of Johnny Cage, Jade, Quan Chi, Sindel, and Kitana to name a few. Director Todd Garner hasn’t been shy about teasing these new characters on social media, with one of the latest teasing at the sequel’s take on […]

With Netflix’s Daredevil series now MCU canon, it has seemingly opened the door for multiple members of Netflix small corner of Marvel to find their way into Marvel Studios’ cinematic universe. It appears two of those stars are on their way back for Daredevil: Born Again, reuniting them with Charlie Cox, Vincent D’Onofrio, and Jon […]

After a pair of emotional confrontations in Echo’s fourth episode, things come to a head in the season finale as Maya Lopez and Wilson Fisk face off with the safety of Maya’s family and her home hanging in the balance. It brings to an end a series that kicks off what looks to be the […]

The shadow of Wilson Fisk has loomed over Maya Lopez’s actions over the course of Echo’s first three episodes as she took the first steps to battle his criminal empire under the belief he was dead. It was not the case, though, and Fisk’s relationship with his adopted niece is put to the forefront in […]

Episode two of Echo saw Maya Lopez kick the proverbial hornet’s nest by bombing one of Wilson Fisk’s key shipping hubs in New York City, setting the stage for a major faceoff. This comes to pass in episode three as Maya is forced to contend with some of Fisk’s loyalists, with members of her family […]

The season premiere of Echo didn’t waste time introducing viewers to Maya Lopez, her backstory, and the events that led up to her returning to her home in Tamaha, Oklahoma, after 20 years. Episode two of Echo continues as Maya begins her war to takeover Kingpin’s empire, roping in some estranged family members to help […]

After an action-packed introduction in Hawkeye, Echo makes her return to the TV screen in the first episode of her titular series on Disney+ and Hulu. The first release under Marvel Studios’ new Marvel Spotlight banner, episode one doesn’t waste any time in getting audiences familiar with Maya Lopez’s story and the chaos that her […]

The end of 2023 brought with it a handful of films that were able to make a splash at the box office, riding the holiday spirit as people got to take a short break from work or school. While 2024 may have started, 2023 is still the king at the box office thanks to Wonka […]

The impact of Star Trek can be seen all over entertainment and pop culture, but it would not be possible without the mind of Gene Roddenberry and the crew of the original USS Enterprise. To honor this legacy, the remains of Roddenberry and four of the original series’ castmates will be sent off into space […]

It isn’t uncommon for Marvel and DC to trade writers, editors, and artists as long-running series undergo relaunches or a brand new character needs a team to bring them to life. However, Marvel allegedly went all the way to the top of DC Comics in an attempt to sway one of the latter’s top executives […]

Since James Gunn was named one of DC Studios’ new heads, there has been a near constant flow of alleged “leaks” all over social media about the rebooted shared cinematic universe set to begin on the big screen with Superman: Legacy. It appears these leaks are causing plenty of frustration for Gunn, who did not […]

The start of the new year means the start of awards season, and things kicked off with the 2024 Creative Arts Emmys to celebrate the best in art and technical achievement on TV. While night one of the two night event saw plenty of winners across primetime TV, HBO’s The Last of Us walked away […]

The end of Ahsoka season one seemingly set the stage for some big things to come in Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau‘s corner of the Star Wars universe born out of The Mandalorian. Despite this, it appears there no concrete plans regarding a second season in the immediate future according to the series’ central star. […]

The live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon has already found its Hiccup and Astrid, which will see Mason Thames and Nico Parker take over for Jay Baruchel and America Ferrara, respectively. Another casting update for the upcoming film has been given, and fans will be happy to hear a familiar name to the […]

Questions have been circulating around Kang’s future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the wake of Jonathan Majors being found guilty of misdemeanor assault and harassment against his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. While there is still no concrete plans, rumors have emerged suggesting the studio may be looking to recast the multiversal-villain and could already have […]

Hollywood is in mourning with the loss of longtime character actor Christian Oliver, 51, and his two children in a tragic plane crash in the Caribbean. The crash took place on Thursday while Oliver and his two daughters, 10-year-old Madita Klepser and 12-year-old Annik Klepser, were flying in a small, single-engine plane with its pilot, […]

The start of a new year means the start of awards season for the entertainment industry, from January’s Golden Globes to the Grammys in February. Across the “pond” during the same month will be the EE BAFTA Film Awards, and audiences now know the show will be hosted by none other than one of Doctor […]

The partnership between Netflix and Zack Snyder has proven to be a fruitful one for both sides, especially with the release of Rebel Moon Part One to close out 2023. To commemorate the partnership, Netflix has given the director a unique distinction on the service that will allow users to reflect their love of Snyder’s […]

Since making his big screen comeback in 2022’s critically acclaimed Everything Everywhere All At Once, audiences have been watching closely to see what is next for Ke Huy Quan. He has already found his way into the MCU, is set to join the Kung Fu Panda series, and the latest addition to the list comes […]

A new season at the British Film Institute brings with it new films for audiences to revisit, with two classic James Bond films among the offerings to kick off 2024. However, viewers who attend screenings of the films will first be greeted by trigger warnings for content that may “cause offence today.” The chosen Bond […]

Marvel hasn’t been shy about teasing the darker, violent themes and images audiences will get to see when Echo premieres on Disney+ and Hulu. The latest look at the series, though, provides a look at the cultural roots of Echo, herself, and the lengths Marvel Studios went to be faithful to Choctaw Nation that will […]

Godzilla Minus One has drawn plenty of accolades since it first hit movie theaters in Japan following its November 2023, and more followed when the monster film made its U.S. theatrical debut shortly after in December. It can add another to the list of accolades as the film hit a massive box office milestone for […]

With season two of What If…? freshly in the rearview mirror, it appears Marvel Studios isn’t wasting time in looking toward the series’ future in a new clip showcasing two returning characters and a third making his series debut. The season three clip was posted to Marvel’s YouTube channel shortly after the season finale of […]

Strange Supreme takes center stage for the season two finale of What If…?, bringing him back together with Captain Carter alongside the new hero Kahhori. The finale closes out season two strong with the focus once again on Strange after a season that, at times, could feel creatively uneven. *Warning: This article contains spoilers for […]

As 2023 comes to a close, Hollywood said goodbye to another veteran of stage and screen with the death of actor Tom Wilkinson on Saturday. The hours since have seen an outpouring of support from his peers who shared the camera with him, including his Michael Clayton co-star George Clooney. Clooney was one of many […]

Time has become a playground for Marvel Studios as multiple characters have found themselves slung across time for wild adventures in the MCU’s history, especially in What If…?’s two seasons. What If…? may have delivered one of the craziest, though, in an episode that takes inspiration from author Neil Gaiman’s notable 2003 comic mini-series, Marvel […]

Plenty of characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe have gone through transformative journeys, whether it be Rocket Raccoon’s story of self-acceptance in the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy or Iron Man’s entire arc from the original 2008 film all the way to Avengers: Endgame. What If…?’s seventh episode sees a notable villain undergo a similar […]

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has seen plenty of characters changed in various ways when making the jump from the comic page to movie or TV screen, but all could trace their origins back to the comics. What If…?’s sixth episode has changed that as the MCU has introduced its first original hero in an episode […]

One of the breakout characters from the first season of What If…? was Captain Peggy Carter, who became her universe’s equivalent to Captain America and would ultimately help save the multiverse from Ultron. She is back in the fifth episode of What If…?’s second season in what is, unfortunately, one of the season’s weakest episodes. […]

The very premise of What If…? opens doors for various characters across the MCU multiverse to find themselves in the same spot as others audiences have already watched, and this was the case for Iron Man’s visit to Sakaar in the series fourth episode. In what effectively becomes Iron Man: Ragnarok, the episode is also […]

Zack Snyder’s films have often had a history of drawing polarizing responses from audiences and critics, with the former typically enjoying his films while the latter have harsher opinions. It appears the same can be said for Rebel Moon Part 1: A Child of Fire, and Snyder’s writing partner has some thoughts about the critical […]

It’s the time of year where the air is filled with joy and cheer, and the latest episode of What If…? got in on the holiday cheers with what was effectively the series’ holiday special. Along with plenty of holiday gags, the episode makes no effort to hide its inspiration from one of the most […]

Zack Snyder is familiar with playing in other cinematic sandboxes, whether it be his remake of Dawn of the Dead or fostering the DCEU with Man of Steel. One he hasn’t gotten the chance to, though, is James Bond, but it doesn’t mean the director doesn’t have an idea for the kind of movie he […]

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has become full of superhero teams protecting the universe from threats at the planetary, cosmic, and multiversal levels, but the team at the heart of the universe has been The Avengers. It is The Avengers who get the spotlight in the second episode of What If…?’s second season, telling of how […]

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has grown from a single reality into a vast multiverse teeming with possibilities, many of which viewers get continue briefly exploring with season two of What If…? The voice of The Watcher welcomes viewers back for the animated series’ new season that sends them off to the stars to explore a […]

It is normal to see various characters pop up in other Marvel Cinematic Universe entries beyond their own, whether it be in a simple cameo or in a full supporting role. This continues with season two of Marvel Studios’ animated series What If…?, which has confirmed a massive list of MCU stars returning to the […]

The holidays is not just a time for joy and cheer, it is also a time for some big theatrical releases hoping to cash in on audiences’ time off from work and school. Heading into Christmas weekend, it is looking like Warner Bros. is going to be the studio having a very green holiday at […]

As the DCEU comes to a close with the release of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, fans eyes now turn toward what is to come with the new DC Universe under the guidance of James Gunn and Peter Safran. The first film in this new cinematic universe will be 2025’s Superman: Legacy, and Gunn has […]