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Catch up on the latest Movie News, where we bring you updates on upcoming blockbusters, casting announcements, exclusive trailers, and box office reports. Explore articles featuring in-depth movie reviews, interviews, and insider scoops on the biggest releases in Hollywood and beyond. Whether you’re into action, drama, sci-fi, or indie films, this is your go-to source for all things movies.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Ben Affleck In The Accountant Trailer #2

Prior to Justice League, check out a new trailer below for Ben Affleck’s latest movie The Accountant.

The Accountant has an October 14, 2016 release directed by Gavin O’Connor also starring Anna Kendrick, Jon Bernthal, Alison Wright, J.K. Simmons and John Lithgow.

Synopsis:

Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) is a math savant with more affinity for numbers than people. Behind the cover of a small-town CPA office, he works as a freelance accountant for some of the world’s most dangerous criminal organizations. With the Treasury Department’s Crime Enforcement Division, run by Ray King (J.K. Simmons), starting to close in, Christian takes on a legitimate client: a state-of-the-art robotics company where an accounting clerk (Anna Kendrick) has discovered a discrepancy involving millions of dollars. But as Christian uncooks the books and gets closer to the truth, it is the body count that starts to rise.

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Watch: Kevin Feige Talks Spider-Man: Homecoming Sequels & Vulture Powers

Check out video below featuring Marvel Studios president and producer Kevin Feige talking about what to expect from Spider-Man: Homecoming and its sequels.

Of interest is that Feige says they have talked about going the Harry Potter route by doing further Spider-Man movies set in each grade of Peter Parker’s high school.

Feige also notes that Tony Stark created Peter Parker’s Spider-Man costume, and we have yet to see all its capabilities.

Regarding the villain of the movie, Vulture, Feige said Vulture’s origins and powers are tech-based and not super powers.

Watch below.

Tom Holland also recently said Spider-Man: Homecoming is  intense featuring heavy hitters.

“Spider-Man: Homecoming” has a July 7, 2017 release directed by Jon Watts starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Michael Keaton, Donald Glover, Jacob Batalon, Laura Harrier, Tony Revolori, Tyne Daly, Bokeem Woodbine, with Marisa Tomei, and Robert Downey Jr. 

Synopsis:

A young Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Tom Holland), who made his sensational debut in Marvel Studios’ “Captain: Civil War,” begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinging superhero in “Spider-Man: Homecoming.” 

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Watch: Michael B. Jordan Talks About Playing Black Panther Super Villain

Comic-Con saw it announced that Michael B. Jordan is playing the super villain in the Marvel Studios Black Panther movie with Erik Killmonger, a character in the comics that’s capable of going toe-to-toe and defeating T’Challa.

MTV caught up with Michael B. Jordan following the Marvel Studios panel and asked about getting the role questioning if there was any hesitance in not having the starring role. Jordan noted it was nothing about being the “alpha,” (but since he recently starred in Creed and as a hero in Fantastic Four), the only thing that worried him was playing a bad guy.

“My only hesitation was playing a villain,” Jordan offered. “It was always something that I’ve wanted to do — to play something completely different than any other character that I’ve ever played before. And under the right circumstances, this being it, you know. I feel safe. I feel safe to take those risks. Take those chances. That’s what I’m about to do.”

Watch more in the video below.

Black Panther opens February 16, 2018 directed by Ryan Coogler starring Chadwick Boseman.

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Benedict Cumberbatch Teases Doctor Strange & Tom Hiddleston’s Loki On Screen Together

Will we ever see Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Hiddleston on screen together?

Now that both English actors are a part of the Marvel Cinematic Multiverse, it could happen, which more than likley would be with one of The Avengers: Infinity War movies (or maybe Thor 3?).

Following the recent Doctor Strange panel at Comic-Con, MTV caught up with Benedict Cumberbatch where they chatted about Tom Hiddleston. MTV said we need to see the two together in a film now that they are in the Marvel Universe.

“I know. I know. We’ll see. Stuff could happen,” Cumberbatch responded with a big grin.

Benedict Cumberbatch also talked about his character, Doctor Stephen Strange, and said he’s arrogant and a “douche,” – similar to Tony Stark – and that they are using some humor as well. Cumberbatch also added that the Doctor Strange movie is dark and serious, but again, does have humor.

Watch more in the video below.

“Doctor Strange” has a November 4, 2016 release starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Rachel McAdams, Tilda Swinton, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Mads Mikkelsen.

Synopsis:

“Doctor Strange” follows the story of neurosurgeon Doctor Stephen Strange who, after a horrific car accident, discovers the hidden world of magic and alternate dimensions.

“Doctor Strange” is the latest film in Phase 3 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Phase 3’s goal—over the course of four years and nine films—is to introduce audiences to new heroes and continue the adventures of fan favorites.

Doctor Strange Comic-Con trailer:

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Brie Larson Talks About Being Nervous For Captain Marvel Reveal

Comic-Con saw Marvel Studios announce that Brie Larson will play Captain Marvel in Avengers 3 as well as the solo movie.

As we all know, the fans can get a little nutso, and it turns out Brie Larson was worried about their reaction.

Larson took to Instagram to share her thoughts and feeling about the Captain Marvel reveal noting “it was nerve-racking to trust fall into the Internet!” 

However, everything seems good as the internet has embraced Brie Larson as Captain Marvel, and Larson seems at ease as well as she recently took to Twitter to have a little fun at Captain America Chris Evans’ expense.

The Captain Marvel movie hits March 8, 2019.

Here is the text and image of what Brie Larson posted:

Woke up this morning thinking about the tidal wave of support I got this weekend. It was nerve-racking to trust fall into the Internet! I know who I am, but its wild how quickly you can forget once someone calls you something terrible. I was reminded how the acceptance of community is a deeply rooted need – but I don’t want to live worried people will hate me because I’m myself! We should all have the freedom to be our authentic selves without fear or judgement. It’s scary to chip away at all the hardness we coat ourselves with to protect that perfect little being inside. Yeah, people can be mean, but they can also be so many other wonderful things too. Let’s make this place a safe space. No hate and more understanding. To the followers that are new: welcome! Sometimes I let people take over my Instagram to share their views of the world. That’s coming up next. Thanks for joining us!

 

A photo posted by Brie (@brielarson) on

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Spider-Man: Homecoming Is Intense Featuring Heavy Hitters Says Tom Holland (Video)

While the recent cast announcements and footage released at Comic-Con suggest a good part of Spider-Man: Homecoming will take part in high school, Tom Holland lets it be known the film will still have a lot of intense scenes.

“We haven’t yet. We haven’t yet,” Holland responded to questioning by MTV if he started to mix it up with the Vulture. “We’re waiting for that day to come. And it’s fun because we’ve been shooting all the high school stuff with all the cast who are just wonderful, and I love them to bits, and it’s so great to work with them, but all the heavy hitters haven’t arrived, yet. That’s all to come. It’s going to get intense. What you saw today [at Comic-Con] is a part of the movie, but there is a whole other side of this movie we that we haven’t seen, yet.”

We see mention of “heavy hitters,” which may suggest more than just the Vulture for Spider-Man: Homecoming as info out of Comic-Con may have accidently leaked two more villains for the movie.

The Comic-Con footage released saw Peter Parker in high school watching footage of the Captain America: Civil War airport scene; of Peter secretly making web fluid while in class; of girls in gym class playing an Avengers-name game with question of “What about Spider-Man” being asked; of Zenday’s Michelle making fun of Peter and a friend for staring at girls; of Peter wanting to leave library, with Zendaya’s Michelle questioning, “Where are you going” and “What are you hiding,” but then teasing, “I don’t care”; other footage showed Spider-Man on the back of a truck, and hiding under a table by sticking to it; with a quick glimpse of the Vulture also shown at the end. 

Watch the video below for more with Tom Holland.

“Spider-Man: Homecoming” has a July 7, 2017 release directed by Jon Watts also starring Michael Keaton, Donald Glover, Jacob Batalon, Laura Harrier, Tony Revolori, Tyne Daly, Bokeem Woodbine, with Marisa Tomei, and Robert Downey Jr. 

Synopsis:

A young Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Tom Holland), who made his sensational debut in Marvel Studios’ “Captain: Civil War,” begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinging superhero in “Spider-Man: Homecoming.” 

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48 Suicide Squad Images

With Suicide Squad getting released next week, WB has released a batch of high-res images including behind-the-scenes pics and posters.

Info:

From director David Ayer (“Fury,” “End of Watch”) comes “Suicide Squad,” starring Oscar nominee Will Smith (“Ali,” “The Pursuit of Happyness”), Oscar winner Jared Leto (“Dallas Buyers Club”), Margot Robbie (“The Wolf of Wall Street,” “Focus”), Joel Kinnaman (Netflix’s “House of Cards”) and Oscar nominee Viola Davis (“The Help,” “Doubt”).

It feels good to be bad… Assemble a team of the world’s most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government’s disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do. However, once they realize they weren’t picked to succeed but chosen for their patent culpability when they inevitably fail, will the Suicide Squad resolve to die trying, or decide it’s every man for himself?

Written and directed by Ayer based on the characters from DC Comics, the film also stars Jai Courtney (“Insurgent”), Jay Hernandez (“Takers”), Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (“Thor: The Dark World”), Ike Barinholtz (“Neighbors”), Scott Eastwood (“Fury”), Cara Delevingne (“Paper Towns”), Adam Beach (“Cowboys & Aliens”), and Karen Fukuhara in her feature film debut. It is produced by Charles Roven and Richard Suckle, with Zack Snyder, Deborah Snyder, Colin Wilson and Geoff Johns serving as executive producers.

Ayer’s behind-the-scenes creative team includes director of photography Roman Vasyanov (“Fury,” “End of Watch”), production designer Oliver Scholl (“Edge of Tomorrow”), editor John Gilroy (“Pacific Rim”), costume designer Kate Hawley (“The Hobbit” Trilogy) and Oscar-nominated visual effects supervisor Jerome Chen (“Stuart Little,” “Fury,” “The Amazing Spider-Man” films). The music is by Oscar-winning composer Steven Price (“Gravity”).

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, an Atlas Entertainment production, a film by David Ayer, “Suicide Squad.” The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. The film opens worldwide in 3D, and in 2D, and in select IMAX 3D theaters beginning August 5, 2016.

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Star Wars: The Old Republic: Battle Of Odessen Trailer

PREPARE FOR THE EPIC SHOWDOWN AGAINST ARCANN IN THE BATTLE OF ODESSEN
– COMING AUGUST 11 TO STAR WARS: THE OLD REPUBLIC – KNIGHTS OF THE FALLEN EMPIRE

Get a first look at The Battle of Odessen 

 

BioWare™ and Lucasfilm today announced details of its climactic chapter in the storyline of Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ – Knights of the Fallen Empire. Early Access to The Battle of Odessen will be available for qualified Star Wars: The Old Republic subscribers on August 9* and to all active Star Wars: The Old Republic subscribers starting August 11.

In The Battle of Odessen, Arcann launches a full-scale assault against the Outlander’s base. Still recovering from a shattering betrayal of the now-renegade droid, SCORPIO, the Outlander’s Alliance must rally to defeat Arcann’s forces in a desperate battle to determine the fate of the galaxy. Play and be a part of the crowning chapter that sets the stage for a brand new adventure in the recently announced digital expansion, Knights of the Eternal Throne, coming this fall.

Star Wars: The Old Republic puts you at the center of your own personal Star Wars™ story:

– All players of Star Wars: The Old Republic can now play Knights of the Fallen Empire Chapter 1: The Hunt for free**

– Subscribers can play beyond Chapter 1 through the final chapter The Battle of Odessen for free**

– All summer, players can join the Dark vs. Light Event to complete exciting challenges, earn epic new rewards, and make dark or light side choices that ultimately impact the fate of the galaxy. Those who complete the Eternal Level will earn a unique dark or light side companion to join in future battles***!

There’s never been a better time to play Star Wars: The Old Republic.

*SUBSCRIBERS AS OF JULY 1, 2016 RECEIVE EARLY ACCESS TO CHAPTER 16: THE BATTLE OF ODESSEN ON AUGUST 9, 2016. CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY. SEE http://www.swtor.com/fallen-empire/rewards FOR DETAILS.

**ACCEPTANCE OF END USER ACCESS AND LICENSE AGREEMENT (‘EUALA’), PERSISTENT INTERNET CONNECTION, AND ACCOUNT REGISTRATION REQUIRED TO PLAY. MUST BE 13+ TO REGISTER. ACCOUNT IS NON-TRANSFERABLE ONCE USED. PAID SUBSCRIPTION, VALID AND ACCEPTED PAYMENT METHOD OR PAID GAME TIME CARD (IF AVAILABLE) REQUIRED TO ACCESS SUBSCRIPTION GAMEPLAY. PAYMENT METHOD AGE RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY. SWTOR ONLINE SERVICE MAY BE DISCONTINUED. SEE EUALA FOR DETAILS. AGREEMENT TO SHARE ACCOUNT INFORMATION WITH LUCASFILM ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY LTD. (‘LUCASFILM’) IS REQUIRED TO ACCESS GAMEPLAY. GAME INTENDED FOR PLAY ONLY WITHIN NORTH AMERICA, EUROPE AND CERTAIN OTHER TERRITORIES. USE OF CARTEL COINS SUBJECT TO DIGITAL SERVICES AGREEMENT. PRIVACY POLICY AND TERMS OF SERVICE AVAILABLE AT WWW.SWTOR.COM . ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO PLAY THE GAME APPLY AT ALL TIMES. SUBSCRIPTIONS MAY BE CANCELLED AT ANY TIME. SEE WWW.SWTOR.COM  FOR DETAILS.

***CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY. SEE http://www.swtor.com/dark-vs-light FOR DETAILS.

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David Ayer Shoots Down Jared Leto Joker Theory (Video)

With the different look of the Jared Leto Joker and the reveal of the Robin suit in Batman Vs. Superman, a fan theory hit the net suggesting Suicide Squad‘s Joker was actually Jason Todd due to possible similar wounds on the shoulders (see above).

Nope.

You can watch an interview below with the cast of the Suicide Squad, with director David Ayer asked what’s the most ridiculous rumor he’s heard?

“That the Joker is Jason Todd. It ain’t the case,” Ayer responded and pointed into the camera [at the fans]. “He’s not.”

Ayer also tackles the rumor that said they did Suicide Squad reshoots to add funnier moments, aka “The Deadpool Affect.”

“I don’t think you can do that,” Ayer said. “You know you got a scene and then all of a sudden dudes are cracking jokes back to the old scene. It doesn’t work like that. The movie was always funny. The movie was always a lot of fun. The studio just gave me more resources to make it even better.”

“Suicide Squad” has an August 5, 2016 release date directed by David Ayer starring Will Smith as Deadshot, Jared Leto as the Joker, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Cara Delevingne as Enchantress, Jai Courtney as Boomerang, Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag, Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, Adam Beach as Slipknot, Karen Fukuhara as Katana, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Killer Croc, Jay Hernandez as El Diablo, and Scott Eastwood in an unknown role.

Synopsis:

It feels good to be bad… Assemble a team of the world’s most dangerous, incarcerated Supervillains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government’s disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do. However, once they realize they weren’t picked to succeed but chosen for their patent culpability when they inevitably fail, will the Suicide Squad resolve to die trying, or decide it’s every man for himself?

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Grant Gustin Wants Joss Whedon To Direct An Episode Of The Flash

Joss Whedon just said he wouldn’t mind tackling the Black Widow movie, well, how about an episode of The Flash?

Members of the press caught up with Grant Gustin at Comic-Con where the actor let it be known that Whedon happens to be a big fan of the series.

“I met Joss Whedon last night,” reports CBR. “Yeah, that’d be really cool. He was a really nice guy and he loves the show. He’s seen every episode of the show.”

Joss Whedon recently directed Avengers and Avengers 2 for Marvel. At one time he was involved with a Batman and Wonder Woman movie at WB, which caused a bit of bad blood between the two, but that was years ago. Whedon has since left Marvel (but did state he wouldn’t mind returning), and with Whedon’s success on TV with Buffy, Angel, Firefly, etc., The Flash would be a perfect choice. 

I wouldn’t actually mind seeing Whedon jump ship and come on board the DCEU as well.

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Michael Bay Reveals Onslaught For Transformers: The Last Knight

Michael Bay has revealed the vehicle mode for Onslaught in Transformers: The Last Knight.

“Nothing can prepare you for Onslaught,” Bay posted on Facebook.

In the Transformers original series, Onslaught happens to be the leader of the Combaticons who are an elite group of Decepticon soldiers that form Bruticus. Making up the other members of the group are Brawl, Blast Off, Swindle and Vortex. Hopefully we’ll see all five including the combiner bot.

“Transformers: The Last Knight” has a June 23, 2017 release directed by Michael Bay starring Mark Wahlberg, Josh Duhamel, Stephen Merchant, Tyrese, Isabela Moner, Jean Dujardin, Jerrod Carmichael, Allen Phoenix, with Peter Cullen returning as the voice of Optimus Prime.   

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No Charlie Hunnam For Pacific Rim 2

Charlie Hunnam will not be back for Pacific Rim 2.

Hunnam, who starred in the first Pacific Rim movie as Gypsy Danger Jaeger pilot Raleigh Brackett, let it be known at this past weekend’s Comic-Con he won’t be returning for the sequel due to a scheduling conflict. Hunnam says he is happy they are making the movie and even offered he was featured heavily in an earlier script (via yahoo):

They have a very definite schedule that they have to film because of the, you know, politics and business surrounding filmmaking. Sometimes non-creative decisions will dictate how something, you know, unfolds — which seems bass-ackwards, in fact, that we’re making art, or at least aspiring to make art — but yeah, it just ended up being something that unfortunately we couldn’t remedy…”

Hunnam goes on to say he feels Pacific Rim 2 will be a significant progression from the first movie, which is something you always hope to do.

Up next for Charlie Hunnam is the King Arthur movie (the trailer just hit at Comic-Con).

Regarding the new star of Pacific Rim 2, that would be Star Wars: The Force Awakens actor John Boyega, who is playing the son of Idris Elba’s character. Scott Eastwood is also in talks for a role.

Pacifc Rim 2 has a February 23, 2018 directed by Daredevil showrunner Steven S. DeKnight.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Suicide Squad “You Should Run” Spot

Watch the latest spot below for Suicide Squad with “You Should Run.”

Suicide Squad opens next week.

“Suicide Squad” has an August 5, 2016 release date directed by David Ayer starring Will Smith as Deadshot, Jared Leto as the Joker, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Cara Delevingne as Enchantress, Jai Courtney as Boomerang, Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag, Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, Adam Beach as Slipknot, Karen Fukuhara as Katana, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Killer Croc, Jay Hernandez as El Diablo, and Scott Eastwood in an unknown role.

Synopsis:

It feels good to be bad… Assemble a team of the world’s most dangerous, incarcerated Supervillains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government’s disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do. However, once they realize they weren’t picked to succeed but chosen for their patent culpability when they inevitably fail, will the Suicide Squad resolve to die trying, or decide it’s every man for himself?

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Marvel Ultimate Alliance & Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 Next-Gen Trailer

Marvel Ultimate Alliance and Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 are now available on next-gen consoles starting today.

Both games are now availabe on PS4 and Steam, and will be available for Xbox One owners via the Xbox Games Store on July 28th.

Each games costs $40 if purchases separtely, but but can be bundled for $60.

Check out the trailer below.

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New Justice League Movie Logos & Social Networks Launched

With the release of the new Justice League Comi-Con trailer, WB has also released new logos as well as the Justice League official website and social networks.

Below you can check out Justice League logos for Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash and Cyborg, in addition to a Justice League banner from Facebook and “JL” profile picture.

The official Justice League movie website is located at: justiceleaguemovie.com.

Official Justice League Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justiceleagueofficial

Official Justice League Twitter: https://twitter.com/justiceleaguewb

Watch the Justice League trailer below as well.

“Justice League” has a November 17, 2017 release directed by Zack Snyder starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Jason Momoa as Aquaman, Ezra Miller as The Flash, Ray Fisher as Cyborg, J.K. Simmons as Commissioner Gordon and Willem Dafoe as an Atlantean.

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Justice League trailer:

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Joss Whedon Wants To Make The Black Widow Movie

While Joss Whedon has taken a bit of a break following The Avengers 2, Whedon recently said he would like to return to Marvel.

Well, how about directing the Black Widow movie?

Whedon told IGN (via Yahoo) that he would be all up for it.

“If someone pointed at me and said, ‘Do you want to do a Black Widow movie?’, the answer would be, ‘Duh!’” Whedon said. “For two reasons: I think that character really is very interesting and very earthbound, so it’s the kind of action that I got to do less of with somebody like Thor or The Vision… Also, Scarlett Johansson is just delightful. She works really hard but she just spends most of her time cracking me up, so it would be a fun shoot.” 

Whedon continues with mention that his version of a Black Widow movie would be more of a spy thriller and less of a super hero flick: “…a good, paranoid, John le Carré-on-crack kind of thing.”

Marvel Studios hasn’t announced a Black Widow movie yet, and it has left fans shaking their heads as to why.

Scarlett Johansson has proved she can carry her own movie as Lucy was a whopping success and wasn’t even a part of the Marvel brand. In addition, Scarett Johansson also happens to be Hollywood’s top grossing actress, and she next stars in Ghost in the Shell.

The good news is that Marvel themselves have taken notice and are aware of the potential of a Black Widow movie.

“It’s a no-brainer, right?” Anthony Russo told Collider back in May. “I don’t think [it’ll take] much,” added Joe Russo. “I think it’s just a function of where on the slate it goes. She’s a badass.”

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New Look At Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman

Check out a new look at Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman from the latest issue of Empire Magazine.

This past weekend also saw a new trailer for Wonder Woman as well as a poster and images. See below.

Wonder Woman has a June 2, 2017 release directed by Patty Jenkins also starring Chris Pine, Robin Wright and Connie Nielsen.

Synopsis:

Before she was Wonder Woman, she was Diana, princess of the Amazons, trained to be an unconquerable warrior. Raised on a sheltered island paradise, when an American pilot crashes on their shores and tells of a massive conflict raging in the outside world, Diana leaves her home, convinced she can stop the threat. Fighting alongside man in a war to end all wars, Diana will discover her full powers…and her true destiny. 

Wonder Woman trailer:

 

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Bruce Timm Responds To Controversial Batgirl & Batman Scene From Killing Joke

If you haven’t seen Batman: The Killing Joke just yet, you may want to skip this one.

SPOILERS

Comic-Con saw the premiere of Batman: The Killing Joke which caused fans to erupt in disapproval as one scene features Batgirl an Batman having sex on a rooftop, something that is not a part of the Alan Moore comic book.

The controversy has now forced Bruce Timm to respond (via Vulture):

“We were aware that it’s a little risky. There’s definitely some stuff in that first part of the movie that’s going to be controversial. Here’s where we came down on that specific issue: It was really important to us to show that both of the characters make some pretty big mistakes. I mean, his “parental skills” aren’t that great. Maybe never having had any kids of his own, he doesn’t realize that if you tell a kid to not do something, they’re going to want to do it even more. And then she makes some mistakes and then he kind of overreacts to her mistakes and then she overreacts to his overreaction. So it’s very human; it’s a very understandable story. It’s tricky because it’s messy, because relationships are sometimes messy. But to me and to [co-producer] Alan Burnett and to [screenwriter] Brian Azzarello, Alan and Brian, it was all very fascinating to us to explore that angle”.

Here is a clip from the scene:

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Watch: Batman: The Killing Joke “Mob Boss” Clip

Batman: The Killing Joke is now available and in theaters.

WB released a new clip with “Mob Boss.”

Info:

Based on the acclaimed DC graphic novel of the same name, Batman: The Killing Joke takes a journey into the dark psyche of the Clown Prince of Crime – from his humble beginnings as a struggling comedian to his fateful encounter with Batman that changes both of their lives forever. Years later, and now escaped from Arkham Asylum, The Joker devises a plan to prove that one bad day can make anyone as insane as he is – setting his sights on Commissioner Gordon. It’s up to the Dark Knight to put a stop to The Joker’s latest scheme and save one of Gotham City’s finest. Following a gripping prologue introducing Barbara Gordon’s heroic adventures alongside Batman as Batgirl, Batman: The Killing Joke stays true to the authentic tale that has held fans’ imaginations for nearly three decades – spotlighting the birth of a Super-Villain, the fortitude of a Super Hero and the punchline that will leave you speechless.

Produced by Warner Bros. Animation and DC Entertainment, Batman: The Killing Joke arrives August 2, 2016 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Blu-Ray™ Deluxe Edition, Blu-Ray™ Combo Pack and DVD. The Blu-rayTM Combo Pack includes a digital version of the movie on Digital HD with UltraViolet. The Blu-ray™ Deluxe Edition will include all components of the Blu-Ray™ Combo Pack, along with an exclusive figurine of The Joker in a numbered, limited edition gift set. Fans can own Batman: The Killing Joke on Digital HD starting July 26, 2016 via purchase from digital retailers.

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Watch: 8-Minute Justice League Dark Sneak Peek

The next animated movie from WB is Justice League Dark, and now an 8-minute sneak peek has hit the net.

Matt Ryan provides the voice of Constantine, with the Justice League Dark also consisting of  Zatanna, Etrigan the Demon, Swamp Thing, Black Orchid an Deadman.

Members of the Justice League also make appearances including Batman, Superman and Green Lantern John Stewart.

JLD hits in the Fall.

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James Gunn Reveals Guardians of the Galaxy 2 Ravagers

The Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 panel at Comic-Con saw The Ravagers take stage and harass James Gunn and the cast of the movie (watch the video here).

Now Gunn has taken to Instagram to reveal the names of The Ravagers.

“Ravagers R Us, starting at the top left, around in a circle: Brahl, Oblo, Scrote, Narblik, Gef the Ravager, Kraglin, Wretch, Half-Nut, Taserface,” Gunn posted.

Gunn also discussed the Ravagers on Facebook and named the actors.

“Thank you,” Gunn responded to a fan mentioning that the Ravagers coming up on stage at Comic-Con was pure genius. “That was a lot of fun to have those guys. It was kind of like a wrestling match at the beginning with the Ravagers coming up and heckling us,” Gunn laughed. “We had a lot of new roles revealed. We had Steven Blackheart as Brahl. Of course everyone knows my brother Sean Gunn plays Kraglin and is an important part. We had Chris Sullivan as Taserface. We had Evan Jones as Wretch. Jimmy Urine as Half-Nut. Joe Fria, who you might recognize from a PG Porn episode, who plays Oblo. So really all those guys that are Ravagers are all my good friends, and it was a great way to have those guys on set with me all the time hanging out. We had a great time shooting those scenes, and they’re great in the movie. Steve Agee as Gef the Ravager is particularly hilarious. We had a great time doing that.”

“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” has a May 5, 2017 release starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Bradley Cooper, Vin Diesel, Michael Rooker and Sean Gunn. New cast members include Pom Klementieff, Elizabeth Debicki, Chris Sullivan and Kurt Russell.

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Marvel Studios May Be Introducing Same Characters As Marvel TV Through Multiverse & Doctor Strange

We know Marvel Studios recently broke away from Ike Perlmutter and the Marvel TV/Comics goons.

This weekend at Comic-Con also saw Marvel Studios launch their own social networks and change their movie intro from comic book footage to film footage (further distancing themselves from Marvel TV/Comics).

Now it’s learned the Doctor Strange movie will be introducing the Multiverse, which is Marvel’s collection of alternate timelines and universes.

Could this be Kevin Feige’s way to use the same characters in the Marvel movies that are currently on TV?

For example, Marvel TV recently announced the car version of Ghost Rider (that no one’s thrilled about) will be on Agents Of SHIELD. Possibly going the “Multiverse,” route would mean Marvel Studios could use Dan Ketch or even Johnny Blaze. Likewise, Marvel Studios could then use a different Daredevil (etc.) in the movies. Update: Another possibility is that Feige could simply be sticking Marvel TV in the multiverse, which would free up the characters for movie use.

Another bonus with the Multiverse is that Marvel Studios could use already existing movie characters (i.e. Iron Man) using different actors and costumes (similar to what WB and DC are now doing).

CBR reports Doctor Strange director Scott Derrickson confirms the Multiverse:

“What the comics did was, they brought with Doctor Strange an extra dimension into psychadelia, mysticism, and spirituality and all these very 60’s things and broke open the Marvel comic book universe into the Marvel multiverse. I think ‘Doctor Strange’ is going to be the beginning of the Marvel Cinematic Multiverse. It’s really serving the same function that the comic did.”

Back a few months ago even saw Charlie Cox, the Daredevil actor in the Netflix series, hint there could be a Marvel Multiverse where Marvel Studios would use a different Daredevil actor for the films:

“Marvel TV and Marvel Studios are two very different things. Even if the character were to appear in that film, that doesn’t necessarily mean that I would appear in that film.

Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn even confirmed the divide between Marvel Studios and Marvel TV a while back stating there is no connection between the two:

“There is Marvel TV who is pretty disconnected from Marvel Film, which is owned by Disney, and that’s really not connected at all.”

So hopefully that means we could still see Norma Reedus as Ghost Rider after all.

“Hell yeah. It would be a blast,” Reedus said about potentially playing Marvel’s Spirit of Vengeance. “Do I get a skull face that’s on fire and all that stuff? F–k yeah. I’m down.”

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Watch: Blair Witch Comic-Con Trailer

What was thought to be titled “The Woods,” at Comic-Con Lionsgate actually revealed it’s the sequel to the Blair Witch Project, the popular found footage movie from 1999.

Blair Witch hits theaters September 16, 2016 directed by Adam Wingard starring James Allen McCune, Callie Hernandez, Brandon Scott, Valorie Curry, Corbin Reid, and Wes Robinson.

Synopsis:

A group of college students venture into the Black Hills Forest in Maryland to uncover the mysteries surrounding the disappearance of James’ sister who many believe is connected to the legend of the Blair Witch. At first the group is hopeful, especially when a pair of locals offer to act as guides through the dark and winding woods, but as the endless night wears on, the group is visited by a menacing presence. Slowly, they begin to realize the legend is all too real and more sinister than they could have imagined.

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New Look At Jared Leto Joker From Suicide Squad

Check out a new look at the Joker in Suicide Squad as revealed by Jared Leto on Instagram.

The last couple of days has seen a ton of Suicide Squad footage released including a dozen clips and appearances on Conan O’ Brien.

The movie is almost here as Suicide Squad opens next week!

“Suicide Squad” has an August 5, 2016 release date directed by David Ayer starring Will Smith as Deadshot, Jared Leto as the Joker, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Cara Delevingne as Enchantress, Jai Courtney as Boomerang, Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag, Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, Adam Beach as Slipknot, Karen Fukuhara as Katana, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Killer Croc, Jay Hernandez as El Diablo, and Scott Eastwood in an unknown role.

Synopsis:

It feels good to be bad… Assemble a team of the world’s most dangerous, incarcerated Supervillains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government’s disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do. However, once they realize they weren’t picked to succeed but chosen for their patent culpability when they inevitably fail, will the Suicide Squad resolve to die trying, or decide it’s every man for himself?

 

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Karl Urban Goes Bald For Skurge In Thor: Ragnarok

Karl Urban is playing Skruge (aka Executioner) in Thor: Ragnarok and has now released an image of himself on Twitter following a hair cut.

“Thanks for the haircut !! [director Taika Waititi],” Urban posted on Twitter with an image of his new bald self.

In the comics, Skurge is an Asgardian warrior and enemy of Thor (at times) who sides with the Enchantress.

Thor: Raganarok has a November 3, 2017 release starring Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Mark Ruffalo as Hulk/Banner, Tom Hiddleston as Loki, Idris Elba as Heimdall, Cate Blanchett as Hela, Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie, Jeff Goldblum as Grandmaster and Anthony Hopkins as Odin.

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Brie Larson Tells Chris Evans She’s The Captain Now

Comic-Con saw Marvel Studios announce that Brie Larson will play Captain Marvel first in The Avengers: Infinity War followed by her solo movie.

Now Brie Larson is having some fun on Twitter as she tweeted to Chris Evans that she is the Captain now and including an image of herself with a Marvel Studios hat and a sad Cap face.

Brie Larson also posted some images from the SDCC as well as fan manips and art. 

You can also watch the video of Brie Larson getting introduced which sees Comic-Con fans erupt with cheers.

Captain Marvel hits March 8, 2019.

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Watch: Spider-Man: Homecoming Comic-Con Panel

Marvel Studios released video from the Spider-Man: Homecoming Comic-Con panel in Hall H.

In attendance includes Marvel Studios president and producer Kevin Feige, actors Tom Holland, Laura Harrier, Tony Revolori, Jacob Batalon, Zendaya and director Jon Watts. 

Spider-Man vs. Vulture concept art was also revealed.

Spider-Man: Homecoming has a July 7, 2017 release also starring Robert Downey Jr. and Michael Keaton.

Synopsis:

A young Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Tom Holland), who made his sensational debut in Marvel Studios’ “Captain: Civil War,” begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinging superhero in “Spider-Man: Homecoming.” 

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