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The Witcher 4 Tech Demo Reveals Ciri and Next-Gen Open World with Unreal Engine 5
At the 2025 State of Unreal keynote, CD PROJEKT RED and Epic Games unveiled an early development tech demo for The Witcher 4, offering a glimpse into the technological advancements powering the next chapter of the Witcher saga. While not actual gameplay footage (watch below), the demo showcases the capabilities of Unreal Engine 5.6 in…
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Superman Merch Hits Retail Ahead of James Gunn’s New Film
Warner Bros. Discovery has rolled out a global line of Superman-themed merchandise ahead of the new Superman movie, set to release July 11, 2025. The products support DC Studios’ first feature in the rebooted DCU, written and directed by James Gunn. The collection covers everything from toys and fashion to home goods and pet accessories,…
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James Gunn’s Metahumans Arrive In New Superman Character Posters
James Gunn has released six character posters that usher in the arrival of the DCU’s metahumans this summer in Superman. The posters feature David Corenswet as the Man of Steel, Krypto the Super Dog, Robot #4 who is voiced by Alan Tudyk, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner Green Lantern, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, and…
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Brie Larson Goes Blonde Again Hinting at Captain Marvel Return
Brie Larson just sparked more Avengers: Doomsday speculation about the return of Captain Marvel, with her latest Instagram drop. The actress, who played Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel in the MCU, now sports short blond hair again, matching her similar look from Avengers: Endgame. Fans immediately picked up on the resemblance, especially following recent rumors…
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Avengers: Doomsday Rumor Reveals Gambit Origin Universe
A big rumor hits the net that it’s all connected as Avengers: Doomsday is claimed to reveal the origin universe for Channing Tatum’s Gambit. Of course, Channing Tatum appeared in Deadpool & Wolverine as part of the resistance group. However, the flick doesn’t say where each character is from.
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Clayface Screen Tests Reportedly Happening This Week: Actors Rumored
The DCU Clayface movie is moving forward with screen tests reportedly happening this week. Four actors are said to be on the shortlist: Tom Blyth, Leo Woodall, Jack O’Connell, and George MacKay. This follows earlier news that the movie underwent a major script overhaul, with production targeting a fall shoot and a 2026 release. DC…
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Superman by the Numbers: Gunn’s Budget and Break-Even Point Revealed
We get some potential insights into James Gunn’s Superman, with the budget, break-even number, and success threshold possibly revealed. Update: Superman to a Billion? New Report Says It Might Have To ➤ Before we dive in, while it was previously reported the Superman budget was an exorbitant $363 million, which was said to be listed on…
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James Cameron’s Next Project After Avatar Is ‘The Devils’
James Cameron is officially moving on from Avatar, at least temporarily. The director announced that his company Lightstorm Entertainment has acquired the rights to The Devils, the latest novel by British author Joe Abercrombie. Published on May 6, The Devils quickly topped the UK’s Sunday Times bestseller list and debuted at number 5 on the…
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Superman: Nicholas Hoult Promises ‘Darker and Stranger’ Take On Lex Luthor
Nicholas Hoult is stepping into some big villainous shoes as he takes on the role of Lex Luthor in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman. Speaking to Empire, Hoult shared his thoughts on following in the footsteps of past Luthors and teased how far he’s willing to go in portraying the iconic character. Inspired by Hackman and…
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This Terminator Flop Just Became a Surprise Success
It flopped in theaters. Critics and fans weren’t impressed. But now, Terminator: Dark Fate is finally back and in the black. While talking about how he wants to be a part of the MCU’s X-Men reboot, director Tim Miller recently reflected on his Terminator movie, saying that while Dark Fate wasn’t a box office hit…
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Oscar Winner Wants Nothing to Do With Marvel
Sean Baker isn’t trading Cannes for capes anytime soon. The Anora director, who made history at the Oscars with six wins for the indie breakout — including Best Picture and Best Director — made it clear during a new podcast appearance with THR that Marvel Studios isn’t in his future. “Don’t expect a Marvel film,”…
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Tony Gilroy Was Right: Disney+ Is Broke and Now People Are Paying the Price
Less than 24 hours after I pointed out how Andor creator Tony Gilroy revealed Disney told him “streaming is dead” and budgets were gone, it’s come out and been reported that the company has now laid off hundreds across its TV and film divisions. According to Deadline, the sweeping cuts hit Disney Entertainment’s television and…
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Peacemaker Is Back! Season 2 Sizzle Reel Brings the Hype
Peacemaker is officially back. Following the recent trailer, a new Season 2 sizzle reel was released during CCXP Mexico, where James Gunn and John Cena made an appearance for the DCU. The behind-the-scenes video offers a first look at what fans can expect when the DC series returns, including a new look at Michael Rooker,…
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Disney+ Dead: Marvel, Star Wars Broke Confirms Tony Gilroy
Tony Gilroy drops a bomb while reflecting on his time working with Disney on Andor. The creator reveals the Star Wars series cost a whopping $650 million for two seasons, yet by Season 2, Disney told him, “Streaming is dead” and there is no money. Despite the massive budget, Gilroy says the shows were made…
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Black Phone 2 Trailer Drops, Confirms Return of Ethan Hawke and Cast
Universal Pictures has released the official trailer for Black Phone 2, confirming the return of key cast members and setting the stage for the next chapter in the horror franchise. The original Black Phone, released in 2022 by Blumhouse, grossed over $160 million worldwide and became a critical hit. Now, the phone is ringing again,…
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Carlito Out at WWE, Says Contract Won’t Be Renewed
In another surprising turn of events following the news of the exit of R-Truth, WWE veteran Carlito has announced that his contract will not be renewed, marking the end of his current tenure with the company. The 46-year-old wrestler shared the news on social media, stating that his contract expires in two weeks and will…
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Daredevil Disaster Continues? White Tiger Suit Leaks And It Looks Awful
The mess that is Daredevil: Born Again continues. A new set photo from Season 2 has surfaced, revealing a rough-looking take on the White Tiger suit – worn by Angela – and it’s already getting roasted online. Fans are calling it cheap, amateur, and downright embarrassing. And that might be Karen Page in a red…
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WWE Shocker: R-Truth Released After Surprise Return
Ron Killings, widely known as R-Truth, has announced his release from WWE, concluding a remarkable 17-year tenure with the company. Update: It all appears to be a work. R-Truth returned in the last match at Saturday’s WWE Money in the Bank. Truth hit Cena with the belt. Rhodes made the cover for the win. Update…
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Feige Says This Time They’ll Get It Right: Fantastic Four Teases Superpowered Kids
Kevin Feige has big things to say about The Fantastic Four: First Steps to match the galactic-sized debut of Galactus in the movie. Vanessa Kirby also further opens up about playing Invisible Woman Sue Storm and hints that not just the adults have superpowers. The movie is featured in the latest issue of Empire Magazine,…
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No Mercy: Karate Kid: Legends Takes a Beating at the Box Office
Karate Kid: Legends, the new movie from Sony based on the long-time popular franchise, has bombed big time at the box office. Estimates had offered around a $35 million opening, but Karate Kid: Legends will be lucky to bring in $21 million for the entire weekend. That’s at least good enough for #3 at the…