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Lionsgate Drops ‘The Crow’ Official Trailer
Bill Skarsgård takes on the iconic role in this modern reimagining of the original graphic novel by James O’Barr, and this gritty, grisly supernatural thriller is not for the squeamish; in theaters June 7.
‘The Batman Part II’ Release Pushed to 2026
And the wait goes on! Previously slated to swoop into theaters on October 3, 2025, the film will now premiere October 2, 2026; it stars Robert Pattinson as the Dark Knight alongside familiar franchise faces Jeffrey Wright as Commissioner Gordon and Andy Serkis as Alfred.
‘X-Men ’97’ Creator Beau DeMayo Fired Ahead of Series Debut
The writer / producer, known for his work on ‘Moon Knight’ and ‘Blade,’ will no longer promote the project or participate on future seasons, according to The Hollywood Reporter; Marvel had no comment on the firing.
Amazon MGM Studios to Develop ‘El Gato Negro’ Series Adaptation
Based on the comic book ‘El Gato Negro’ by Richard Dominguez, the series will star Diego Boneta with a script by Frank Guerrero; Eric Carrasco is attached to executive produce and co-showrun with Turi Meyer and Alfredo Septién.
Keep it Simple: ‘Superman: Legacy’ Now Titled ‘Superman’
Director James Gunn revealed the news on the film’s first day of shooting alongside a close-up image of the Man of Steel’s costume; the film flies into theaters July 11, 2025.
The Folio Society Releases ‘DC: Batman’ in Collaboration with DC
In celebration of the 85th anniversary of the first comic book appearance of Batman, the new project, curated by former DC Comics President Jennette Kahn, presents a dozen of the greatest Batman comics of all time, including a replica copy of ‘Batman #1.’
Lionsgate Drops ‘Borderlands’ Trailer and Posters
If minimal explosions bore you, you're in for a treat, as Eli Roth's action-packed adaptation of the famous Gearbox game blasts into theaters August 9th!
‘The Umbrella Academy’ Season 4 Gets a Release Date
All good things must come to an end… but not just yet! Netflix has announced the August 8 streaming debut of the popular series' final season, noting the return of cast members Elliot Page, Tom Hopper, David Castañeda, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Robert Sheehan, Aidan Gallagher, Justin H. Min, Ritu Arya, and Colm Feore.
Disney+ Drops ‘X-Men ‘97’ Trailer and Images
It's finally here... the all-new animated series that takes us back to the iconic era of the 1990s as The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future; streaming starts March 20.
Disney Branded TV Inks Deal with ‘Big City Greens’ Houghton Brothers
The creators/executive producers enter a multiyear agreement that includes producing new projects for Disney Television Animation and developing adult animation with 20th Television Animation.
Milly Alcock is DC’s ‘Supergirl’
The ‘House of the Dragon’ actress joins Peter Safran and James Gunn’s new DCU as Kara in ‘Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow,’ based on the series of comics by Tom King and Bilquis Evely, with the possibility of debuting the character in ‘Superman: Legacy,’ out July 11, 2025.
‘Invincible’ Copyright Lawsuit Settles Ahead of Trial
William Crabtree, a colorist for the first 50 issues of the comic, alleged creator Robert Kirkman tricked him into surrendering his co-ownership stake in the series; the terms of the settlement were not disclosed.
Je Suis Bien Content Launches ‘Silex & The City’ Feature Production
Based on the popular comic book series by Juls, the 2D live-action hybrid prehistoric operetta follows the Dotcom family in a tragi-comic time-travel escapade that kicks off evolution; coming to theaters in Q4 2024.
First Featurette Drops for ‘Agatha: Darkhold Diaries’
The ‘WandaVision’ spinoff follows the witch as she finally breaks free of the spell that trapped her, though she must get her powers back with the help of an unlikely friend or two; series premieres Fall 2024 on Disney+.
Ana Nogueira to Pen DC Studios ‘Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow’ Feature
First announced as part of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s new DCU, the live-action science fiction adventure is based on Tom King’s award-winning dark comics stories; Sasha Calle to reprise her role as Superman’s cousin Kara Zor-El, along with her superdog Krypto.
Second ‘Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom’ Trailer is Missing Controversial Character
Arthur Curry and Orm team to protect their bloodline and Atlantis from the dastardly Black Manta in the ‘Aquaman’ sequel, hitting theaters December 22.
First Full-Length Trailer Drops for ‘Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom’
Arthur Curry and Orm flaunt the bromance of the year in the ‘Aquaman’ sequel as the duo team to save Atlantis from the dastardly Black Manta, hitting theaters December 20.
Casper Kelly Talks ‘Star Trek: very Short Treks’: A Funny Celebration of Humanity
The Adult Swim veteran discusses his use of slightly weird, experimental comedy on five new 2D shorts that honor ‘Star Trek: The Animated Series’ 50th anniversary, kicking off this Friday with ‘Skin a Cat.’
CBS Studios Teases ‘Star Trek: very Short Treks’ Trailer
New series of animated promotional shorts honors ‘Star Trek: The Animated Series’ 50th anniversary, kicking off Friday with ‘Skin a Cat;’ also coming Friday - new comic book, ‘Star Trek: The Animated Celebration Presents The Scheimer Barrier,’ chapter 1.
Sasheer Zamata Joins ‘Agatha: Coven of Chaos,’ Aubrey Plaza Role Revealed
The comedian will play sorceress Jennifer Kale in the upcoming Marvel and Disney+ miniseries, while the ‘White Lotus’ actress will play Rio Vidal, an original main villain character created for the show.
Eli Roth’s ‘Borderlands’ Feature Gets Release Date
The live-action adaptation of the hit video game, starring Cate Blanchett, Jack Black, Edgar Ramirez, Kevin Hart, Ariana Greenblatt, Florian Munteanu, and Jamie Lee Curtis, will debut in theaters August 9, 2024.
Third Round of Reshoots Wrap for 'Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom'
Due to changes from three different executive teams, pandemic shutdowns, and actor controversy, the ‘Aquaman’ sequel has undergone numerous rewrites, reshoots, and postponements, with the newest round finishing right as SAG actors went on strike.
‘Superman: Legacy’ adds Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho
The ‘Barry’ star heads to the DCU; also joining the James Gunn helmed ‘Gods and Monsters’ DCU flick are Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, and Nathan Fillion.
‘Superman: Legacy’ Clark Kent Older Than Expected
While the new DCU flick was originally touted as an origin story, the amateur journalist-meets-moonlighting superhero will be a mature 30 years old.