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James Gunn Backlash: WB Finds His Antics ‘Annoying’
It’s claimed that Warner Bros. is finding James Gunn’s online behavior more and more annoying and that it’s hurting things more than helping things. The claim follows Gunn recently shooting down a rumor that Robin is in Matt Reeves’ The Batman Part II script. What did James Gunn say? Gunn replied to the rumor: “Guys…
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Fans Blast James Gunn Over Superman’s Early Digital Release
James Gunn’s announcement that Superman will hit digital on Friday, August 15 — just 35 days after its theatrical debut — has lit up social media with a mix of backlash, excitement, and trolling. Hundreds of fans on X have already reacted to James Gunn’s post about the announcement. I asked Grok to summarize the…
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Superman Digital Release Moves Up to Aug. 15 — Just 35 Days After Theatrical Debut
In a move that’s likely to raise eyebrows — and possibly anger theater owners — Warner Bros. is pushing up the digital release of Superman to Friday, August 15, just 35 days after it hit theaters. Original Date Moved Forward The film was initially said to hit digital platforms on August 26, but WB released…
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Johnny Depp Open to Pirates of the Caribbean Return
Pirates of the Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer is keeping the door open for Johnny Depp to once again play Captain Jack Sparrow. In related news, Gina Carano won her lawsuit against Disney and could be returning to Star Wars. What did Jerry Bruckheimer say about Johnny Depp? Speaking with EW.com, Bruckheimer revealed he’s spoken to…
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Madelaine Petsch Wants To Play X-Men’s Jean Grey In MCU Reboot
Riverdale and The Strangers star Madelaine Petsch has thrown her name into the ring for one of Marvel’s most iconic mutant roles for Kevin Feige’s X-Men reboot coming to the MCU following Avengers: Secret Wars. Petsch’s Pick for a Marvel Role Speaking to The Direct at San Diego Comic-Con while promoting The Strangers – Chapter…
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Gunn Breaks Silence on DCU Flash, Wonder Woman, Superman — And Why Krypto’s Dangerous
James Gunn addressed multiple DCU topics on the Peacemaker Season 2 podcast and in fan Q&A on Threads — touching on the futures of The Flash and Wonder Woman, Superman’s place in the DCU, and even why Krypto can’t just meet people. The Flash and Wonder Woman in the DCU When asked about the status…
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Thunderbolts Ends With Second-Worst MCU Box Office: Only The Marvels Did Worse
Thunderbolts has officially wrapped its theatrical run, and the final numbers are bad — really bad. The Marvel Studios team-up movie finishes as the second-worst box office performer in the MCU’s history, only topping The Marvels. When adjusted for inflation, Thunderbolts ranks second-worst both domestically and worldwide. It’s office: The New Avengers has disassembled. Thunderbolts’…
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Can Deadpool Save the MCU? ‘To The Rescue’
Ryan Reynolds might be teasing more than just a cameo. With Deadpool & Wolverine crossing the billion-dollar mark last year, it’s starting to look like Kevin Feige is positioning Wade Wilson as the MCU’s next big draw, likely as an Avenger. Marvel’s Box Office Problems The tease comes at a time when the MCU has…
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Ryan Reynolds Teases Avengers Deadpool
Ryan Reynolds just poured gasoline on the rumor fire. The Deadpool & Wolverine star posted an image mashing up the Avengers “A” logo with the anarchist “A” — a nod to Deadpool’s chaotic style. He didn’t include any text with the post. Naturally, fans think it’s a hint that Wade Wilson could join Earth’s Mightiest…
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James Gunn’s Superman Lost Over Half the Audience of Zack Snyder’s Films
James Gunn’s Superman has now passed Batman v Superman at the domestic box office, earning $331 million compared to BvS’s $330 million. That headline made the rounds over the weekend, with some outlets calling it the “highest-grossing Superman film ever domestically.” But as several movie watchers pointed out on X, the number hides the reality…
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DCU Clayface Cast Adds Max Minghella
Max Minghella is in final talks to join the DCU Clayface movie, a horror-driven take on the Batman villain from DC Studios. Cast and Crew Minghella joins Tom Rhys Harries and Naomie Ackie in the James Watkins–directed film, which begins shooting this fall in the UK. Watkins is best known for Speak No Evil, while…
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Noah Centineo to Play Young John Rambo in Vietnam War Prequel
Millennium Media has found its lead for the Rambo prequel. The trades report that Noah Centineo is set to star in John Rambo, with Sisu director Jalmari Helander directing from a script by Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani. Production and Distribution Via Deadline, filming is planned for early 2026 in Thailand. While no distribution deal…
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First Look At Greta Gerwig’s Narnia: Now Filming
Netflix’s long-gestating The Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew movie is finally filming, which is Greta Gerwig’s big follow-up to her billion dollar Barbie movie. Filming Kicks Off in London This past weekend saw Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew shooting in and around Bank Station and The Royal Exchange in London. Director Greta Gerwig was spotted…
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Weapons Box Office Off to a Killer Start, Performing Better Than Estimates
Zack Cregger’s new horror movie, Weapons, is off to a good start at the box office, coming in higher than the estimates. Monday update: Actuals have come in higher with a $43.5M domestic opening, and a $71.8M global opening. Sunday afternoon update: Estimates are at a $42.5M domestic opening, with another $27.5M from foreign grosses,…
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No Obi-Wan: Ewan McGregor Not in Ahsoka Season 2
Apparently, fans got their info mixed up; however, it is confirmed Ahsoka Season 2 will not feature Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi. What happened? What happened is that the actor recently appeared over the weekend at Fan Expo Boston. McGregor talked how his wife, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, was filming Ahsoka Season 2. Fans apparently mistook…
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DCU Lanterns Rumors Include Kyle Rayner & Obsidian
We have some potential leaks for the upcoming DCU Lanterns series, which is due to hit HBO Max in 2026. According to an account on X, Kyle Rayner and Obsidian will be appearing in Lanterns. Worth pointing out is that in July, the account tweeted Peacemaker Season 2 details about the DCEU Justice League, which…
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Peacemaker Season 2 Leaks Include Justice League, Pom Klementieff As Huntress, More
Peacemaker Season 2 premieres next week on HBO Max, and according to leaks and rumors, episodes will tackle the DCEU Justice League, and feature the DCU Captain Atom and Huntress. That’s not all, as it is also claimed David Ayer’s Suicide Squad will become DCU canon. Warning: Spoilers may follow. What are the Peacemaker Season…
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Paramount+ Secures Exclusive UFC Rights in $7.7 Billion Deal
Skydance makes big moves following the merger, as Paramount and TKO Group Holdings have announced a seven-year agreement making Paramount the exclusive home of UFC in the United States starting in 2026. The deal covers all 13 annual numbered events and 30 Fight Nights, which will stream live on Paramount+. Select major cards will also…
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Superman Box Office Stalls Short Of $600M: The Batman Did It In 18 Days
The latest Superman box office numbers are in and following its fifth weekend and having played for 31 days in theaters, James Gunn’s Man of Steel reboot is still well short of $600 million. Matt Reeves’ The Batman hit that mark in only 18 days. Update: The Superman digital release has been moved up early…
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Avengers: Doomsday Leak Hints At Chris Evans’ Captain America Return
While rumors have already offered that Chris Evans will be returning for Avengers: Doomsday, a new possible leak offers even more support that the actor could be back as Captain America. Recall how Kevin Feige recently said fans didn’t go see Brave New World because it didn’t feature Evans as Captain America. Warning: Possible major…