True Detective’s Cary Fukunaga has spoken about difficulties working on the acclaimed HBO series, of which he directed all eight episodes of the first season. “The show was presented to me in the way we pitched it around town – as an independent film made into television,” the director told …
Read More »New Peacemaker trailer has screened for press – heres what happens
A Peacemaker trailer has been screened during a panel as part of the Television Critics Association press tour, revealing brand new footage of the upcoming DC series. The Suicide Squad spin-off series sees John Cena’s character, an antihero who believes in peace at any cost (no matter how many people …
Read More »Vincent D’Onofrio wants to play Kingpin again but “needs to be asked” by Marvel
Kingpin actor Vincent D’Onofrio has confirmed in a new interview he wants to reprise the role of the Daredevil villain in the MCU. Speaking to Screen Rant (opens in new tab), D’Onofrio said, “I so badly want to play that character again. I love that character.” But it’s not a …
Read More »Marvel and Star Wars special looks are coming on Disney Plus Day
Marvel and Star Wars will both receive special looks at the upcoming Disney Plus Day. The exact lineup on the Marvel side of things hasn’t been confirmed just yet, but Disney promises (opens in new tab) “a special celebrating the Marvel Cinematic Universe on Disney Plus with an exciting look …
Read More »Netflix partners with Roald Dahl Story Company to bring new versions of old favorites to the screen
Netflix has acquired The Roald Dahl Story Company, giving the streamer access to all the author’s works – so expect plenty of Dahl adaptations in the near future. The British writer’s numerous children’s novels include James and the Giant Peach, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fantastic Mr. Fox, and The BFG. …
Read More »The Mandalorian season 3, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Andor will reportedly release on Disney Plus in 2022
The Mandalorian season 3, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Andor are all reportedly releasing on Disney Plus in 2022. The news comes courtesy of The Hollywood Reporter (opens in new tab), tucked into a report about Lucasfilm appointing new PR Head Chris Coxall. In an overview of the studio’s upcoming projects, the …
Read More »Is Star Wars Visions canon? The show’s producer weighs in on the debate
So, is Star Wars: Visions canon? The anime anthology, now streaming on Disney Plus, touches upon all corners of a galaxy far, far away and – crucially – doesn’t quite fit in with the Skywalker Saga in many respects. But that doesn’t mean it doesn’t matter. During a recent roundtable …
Read More »Star Wars Visions review: “Opens up the franchise to a whole new generation of storytellers”
To understand the appeal of Star Wars Visions, the new anthology series on Disney Plus, it’s worth revisiting Darth Vader’s iconic hallway scene in Rogue One. There, the idea was simple: present a familiar icon and approach them from a different perspective. In that case, Vader’s efficient, merciless scything down …
Read More »The Queens Gambit producers confirm the show wont return for season 2
The executive producers of The Queen’s Gambit have confirmed that the hit Netflix drama won’t be returning for another season. During a virtual panel at this year’s Emmys, Scott Frank and William Horberg said that they won’t be revisiting the story of chess prodigy Beth Harmon (played by Anya Taylor-Joy) …
Read More »Marvel has a new animated show with Jason Sudeikis and Olivia Munn – heres the first Hit-Monkey trailer
Marvel has a new animated show on the way, and the first trailer is finally here. Hit-Monkey sees a Japanese snow macaque go on a killing spree while exacting revenge for the death of his former mentor, Bryce, voiced by Ted Lasso actor and creator Jason Sudeikis. Despite being dead, …
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