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The Lord of the Rings franchise is coming back with Peter Jackson. A new film, The Hunt for Gollum, has been slated for a 2026 release date with Andy Serkis returning. David Zaslav took to a recent Warner Bros earnings call to announce the bombshell move (via Variety). He revealed that Jackson, who directed the […]

Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery are joining forces to create a streaming bundle, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The two entertainment companies plan to launch the bundle this summer which will combine the streaming platforms of Disney+, Hulu and Max. Pricing details for the bundle hasn’t been announced yet. However, there will be options for […]

The return of Max Rockatansky in 2015’s Mad Max: Fury Road breathed new live into the post-apocalyptic world George Miller brought to life starting with the original 1979 film starring Mel Gibson. While it will expand further with the 2024 spin-off Furiosa, the director is still interested in exploring the life of Max, himself, and […]

While the new DC Universe won’t hit theaters until July 2025 with Superman, DC Studios and its heads James Gunn and Peter Safran have made it clear they have some big plans for the new shared cinematic universe. The first chapter of this shared universe already has other major theatrical releases planned, but a new […]

Nearly 25 years ago, Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy dominated theaters as audiences got to witness the Fellowship’s journey across Middle-Earth to destroy the One Ring and end Sauron’s threat. The trilogy is now set to return to theaters in 2024 and give audiences the chance to relive the magic or even experience […]

The return of Mad Max to the big screen with 2015’s Mad Max: Fury Road introduced audiences to Charlize Theron’s Imperator Furiosa, the driver and warrior who Max aids in her quest for redemption and vengeance against Immortan Joe. Anya Taylor-Joy is set to take over the role in the 2024 prequel Furiosa, a film […]

The success of Dune Part speaks for itself between the rave reviews from both critics and fans praising Denis Villeneuve’s take on Arrakis and the sci-fi epic grossing over $630 million during its theatrical run that lasted nearly all of March. While a third film in the series had previously been teased, it appears the […]

In an unprecedented collaboration, TNT Sports, Warner Bros. Games, and the National Hockey League (NHL) are joining forces to present the “MultiVersus NHL Face-Off” on Sunday, April 14. This groundbreaking event will blend the animated excitement of Warner Bros. Discovery’s cherished characters with the real-life thrills of NHL hockey, marking a significant milestone in entertainment […]

Warner Bros. has officially announced the development of a fifth installment in “The Matrix” franchise, with Drew Goddard, known for his work on “The Martian” screenplay and “The Cabin in the Woods,” set to write and direct the film, per Deadline. The project will see Lana Wachowski, the original co-scribe and co-director of the franchise, […]

March has proven to be the shot in the arm the box office has been waiting for with the releases of Dune Part 2, Kung Fu Panda 4, and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire getting audiences into theaters. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire continued this trend to close out the month, with the latest MonsterVerse entry […]

While Oppenheimer has been a hit everywhere it has released in the world, the film had been noticeably absent from theaters in Japan. It has taken eight months, but Oppenheimer has hit theaters in Japan and is proving to be a hit there, as well, but not without mixed feelings from audiences. The film released […]

Following on the heels of 2021’s Godzilla vs Kong, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has teased even more kaiju-chaos on the big screen as the titular monsters are pitted against a new foe in the Scar King. It appears to be the case as the first set of reviews tease a mindless, monster-filled time […]

After the successes of Wonka and Dune: Part Two, Warner Bros wants to stay in the Timothée Chalamet business. The two Dune films and Wonka have made over $1.5 billion for the studio. It’s not surprising that they would like to lock him up for future projects. It’s being reported that Warner Bros and Chalamet […]

Despite the cost-cutting measures taken following the massive merger, Warner Bros. Discovery has shown a willingness to invest and double-down in areas the studio feels it can succeed such as DC and Harry Potter. Anime can join that list as WBD looks primed to expand its investment in the genre, and potentially more as the […]

Rian Johnson is heading to Warner Bros, but the move is contingent on Knives Out 3. It’s being reported that Johnson and Ram Bergman of T-Street have signed a deal with Warner Bros. It’s a two-picture producing deal. The deal has two “put” pictures, which, according to Deadline’s report, means that the studio “will make […]

Despite no films or series hitting screens yet, Peter Safran and James Gunn are not wasting time building out a sprawling cinematic universe with the new DC Universe. The first slate of projects already has several films at various points of development, with filming underway for 2025’s Superman, and even more heroes are set to […]

While audiences still haven’t gotten a look at why the new cinematic DC Universe is going to look like, DC Studios co-heads James Gunn and Peter Safran haven’t been shy about teasing how vast the universe will be based solely on the cast for 2025’s Superman. The man of steel’s latest big screen outing is […]

The release of Dune Part 2 was accompanied by a proverbial tidal wave of acclaim from critics and audiences, alike, who adored their return to Arrakis on the big screen courtesy of director Denis Villeneuve. Among those showering praise on the film is the mind behind Metal Gear, Hideo Kojima, who could only gush about […]

While 2024 had gotten off to a relatively quiet start at the box office, Dune Part 2 changed that in very short order after already becoming the biggest opening of the year in barely two days. The film has since managed to blow past projections for the whole weekend to dominate the box office on […]

While the 2024 box office has started off relatively quiet, it is poised to change with the release of Dune Part 2 that followed a tidal wave of acclaim from critics and early fan screenings. The opening weekend domestic box office is already reflecting this as the sci-fi sequel is off to an extremely hot […]

With the new cinematic DC Universe set to kick off on the movie screen with 2025’s Superman, James Gunn has put together a cast of characters to reflect the vast universe he and Peter Safran are building. It has gotten just a little bigger as the film has found its Perry White, a character close […]

After the unjust cancellation of his brilliant The Last Man on Earth, and now the shelving of his infamous Warner Bros.’ Coyote vs Acme film, Will Forte would be justified if he wanted to turn into a bitter Hollywood actor — however, Forte appears to be taking the high road with a message of kindness […]

In quite the twist, Warner Bros. Discovery is no longer in talks with Paramount Global for a merger. It’s been several months of discussion of the two giants merging into one powerhouse. However, it looks like it’s not happening, CNBC reports. Regarding coming together, Paramount Global has a special committee to look into the potential. […]

In a recent earnings call, Warner Bros. Discovery claimed their entertainment is about telling stories more than anything else. During the call, top executives discussed the earnings, how the company is growing in various numbers, what’s happening, the future, and much more. It featured David Zaslav, President and Chief Executive Officer, Gunnar Wiedenfels, CFO, and […]

2023 proved to be a tough year for DC and Warner Bros. Discovery due to a combination of low financial returns, lackluster reviews for multiple properties, and behind the scene issues including Ezra Miller’s various legal problems. WBD CEO David Zaslav believes that is going to change, though, in 2025 when Superman: Legacy hits theaters […]

Warner Bros. Discovery has publicly shared its dissatisfaction with the commercial performance of its latest video game release, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, pointing out a concerning start that could signify troubled waters ahead for the title. The game’s underwhelming launch was spotlighted in the entertainment conglomerate’s latest financial disclosures, underscoring a period of […]

The first theatrical outing for the fledgling cinematic DC Universe, Superman: Legacy, has put together a star-studded cast led by James Gunn to bring start off the universe on a strong note. With filming reportedly set to begin in March 2024, fans were treated to a first look at the principle cast all together for […]

Warner Bros doesn’t seem overly-enthusiastic about Bong Joon-ho’s follow-up to the Oscar-winning Parasite, Mickey 17. Recently, the release date for the film was moved. After initially being slated for a March 29, 2024, release date, it was moved to January 2025 by Warner Bros. This wasn’t that surprising, as outside of the one image of […]

Tom Cruise‘s blockbuster Warner Bros deal is coming with new changes for the Top Gun actor. While he’s known for his tentpole films like the Mission: Impossible franchise and Top Gun, Cruise wants to return to his roots. Variety’s latest report on the studio reports that Cruise wants to begin working with more auteur filmmakers […]

The influence of Sony’s Spider-Verse films can be seen across animation as more shows and films, including the latest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film, taking clear inspiration from Miles Morales two big screen outings. According to one artist, the Spider-Verse’s style almost reached into the DC universe as well in what could have been the […]

The last Godzilla and Kong shared the big screen together, the two monsters faced off in titanic battles that only ended with the appearance of an even greater threat born of humanity’s fear and desire for power. They will reunite in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire to battle an even greater threat, this time […]

After the success of Barbie, which made over $1.4 billion at the box office, Margot Robbie‘s LuckyChap Entertainment is ready to work with Warner Bros again. The two parties have come to terms on a blockbuster deal. A blockbuster deal for Margot Robbie, LuckyChap It’s being reported that Warner Bros and LuckyChap Entertainment have come […]

If there was a movie about the creative fate of the Warner Bros. Looney Tunes film Coyote vs Acme, it might be called Filmmakers vs Studio — and it sounds like it’d be almost as interesting as the film at the heart of it. On Friday, The Wrap released an exclusive report detailing the various […]

While Superman: Legacy will introduce the DC Universe’s version of the titular hero and kick off the cinematic universe on the big screen, many other DC characters are set to appear in the James Gunn-helmed film. Hawkgirl will be one of those characters to appear in the film and Isabela Merced, who is set to […]

In a monumental move, Disney, Fox Corp., and Warner Bros. are joining forces to introduce a streaming service. This time, revolutionizing sports entertainment. Per Variety, the forthcoming joint venture will consolidate all sports programming. Fom ESPN, TNT, Fox Sports, and more onto a single digital platform. This collaboration aims to offer subscribers an extensive array […]

Could this be the mecca of sports streaming? A dynamite team of three major companies, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox, are planning the ultimate sports platform expected to debut this fall. They’re all teaming up to obtain streaming rights to channels like ESPN, ABC, Fox, TNT, and TBS, The Hollywood Reporter reveals. However, all […]

The Harry Potter series for Max has slowly been taking shape behind the scenes with Warner Bros. Discovery putting together the creative team to lead the charge on this reboot of the Wizarding World. One role that may soon be filled is the show’s lead writer, which is reportedly down to a shortlist of names […]

James Gunn has tried to be fairly transparent with fans about plans for the burgeoning cinematic DC Universe, from his preparation for Superman: Legacy to the ever-growing cast of characters that will populate this universe. This transparency continued in his latest back-and-forth with fans on social media, giving them insight into the state of DCU’s […]

With Superman: Legacy only a year and half away, James Gunn has clearly been hard at work preparing to get the first entry in DC’s new cinematic universe ready for cameras to start rolling. One way he’s been prepping for the film has been drawing a copious amount of storyboards, which he was more than […]