Avengers: Endgame sits at 94% on Rotten Tomatoes with more than 550 reviews. However, with many critics turning on superhero movies in recent years, there's been an increase in "superhero fatigue" talk and a general, often overly harsh, criticism of the genre.
However, one person who won't put up with the 2019 movie being torn down in any way is singer and talk show host Kelly Clarkson.
In a new video posted on The Kelly Clarkson Show's YouTube channel, the American Idol winner responds to negative Letterboxd reviews. In the case of Avengers: Endgame, she was having none of it.
"Who gave this a bad review?" Clarkson wondered before mocking critics: "'Ugh, it’s just these big epic Marvel things. These big epic superhero movies.' Fans love them. Not everything has to be Shawshank Redemption. Whatever."
The review also referenced Martin Scorsese's scathing assessment of comic book adaptations to which Clarkson said,...
However, one person who won't put up with the 2019 movie being torn down in any way is singer and talk show host Kelly Clarkson.
In a new video posted on The Kelly Clarkson Show's YouTube channel, the American Idol winner responds to negative Letterboxd reviews. In the case of Avengers: Endgame, she was having none of it.
"Who gave this a bad review?" Clarkson wondered before mocking critics: "'Ugh, it’s just these big epic Marvel things. These big epic superhero movies.' Fans love them. Not everything has to be Shawshank Redemption. Whatever."
The review also referenced Martin Scorsese's scathing assessment of comic book adaptations to which Clarkson said,...
- 6/9/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Marvel fans have been anticipating the return of several characters in the upcoming, Deadpool & Wolverine. Since the film introduces and plays with the concept of the multiverse, the possibilities are endless when it comes to who exactly is going to show up and who isn’t. With this, fans have been looking forward to two faces making their way into the film; one making a comeback, and the other potentially getting an introduction.
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Considering how badly fans want the Scarlet Witch to come back with Magneto by her side, a recent update may make audiences very upset. While fans were looking forward to their entry, another character has been rumored to appear in an upcoming Marvel project in the worst of ways.
Upsetting News For Marvel Fans
For years, Marvel fans have been wanting to see Magneto enter the MCU.
Elizabeth Olsen in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness I Marvel Studios
Considering how badly fans want the Scarlet Witch to come back with Magneto by her side, a recent update may make audiences very upset. While fans were looking forward to their entry, another character has been rumored to appear in an upcoming Marvel project in the worst of ways.
Upsetting News For Marvel Fans
For years, Marvel fans have been wanting to see Magneto enter the MCU.
- 6/9/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Sam Raimi was among the filmmakers who added to the rise and popularity of the superhero genre after Blade and X-Men with his Spider-Man trilogy with Tobey Maguire. The first two films have been considered landmarks that changed the genre, providing character depth and emotion that made the films more than just action spectacles.
Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker/ Spider-Man in Spider-Man 2 | Sony Pictures Releasing
At the time, Marvel films were not interconnected like the MCU today and were separate entities. Fox’s X-Men and Sony’s Spider-Man films did not share storylines or reference each other at all. However, J.K Simmons’s J. Jonah Jameson makes a subtle Doctor Strange namedrop, a character who would become a major MCU character and a full circle moment for Raimi himself.
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 2 Has a Doctor Strange Reference Despite No Shared Universes
Before Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange,...
Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker/ Spider-Man in Spider-Man 2 | Sony Pictures Releasing
At the time, Marvel films were not interconnected like the MCU today and were separate entities. Fox’s X-Men and Sony’s Spider-Man films did not share storylines or reference each other at all. However, J.K Simmons’s J. Jonah Jameson makes a subtle Doctor Strange namedrop, a character who would become a major MCU character and a full circle moment for Raimi himself.
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 2 Has a Doctor Strange Reference Despite No Shared Universes
Before Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange,...
- 6/8/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Kevin Wright joined Marvel Studios as a development assistant before being tasked with working as a production and development manager on 2016's Doctor Strange. From there, he rose to associate producer on Ant-Man and the Wasp in 2018 and, as a full-fledged producer, took charge of Loki.
Now, though, his time in the MCU has reached its end.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Loki executive producer and former Vice President of production and development at Marvel Studios has exited his position to produce original film and TV projects, independently. It's currently unclear what those will be but they'll surely be worth keeping an eye on.
"I am incredibly proud of my contributions to the MCU and thankful for my time at Marvel Studios and The Walt Disney Company," he told the trade. "The industry has changed dramatically during my near decade with the company, and I can no longer ignore...
Now, though, his time in the MCU has reached its end.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Loki executive producer and former Vice President of production and development at Marvel Studios has exited his position to produce original film and TV projects, independently. It's currently unclear what those will be but they'll surely be worth keeping an eye on.
"I am incredibly proud of my contributions to the MCU and thankful for my time at Marvel Studios and The Walt Disney Company," he told the trade. "The industry has changed dramatically during my near decade with the company, and I can no longer ignore...
- 6/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The MCU has experienced a bit of a lull in recent years. While they’ve provided audiences with occasional hits, the slew of flops cannot be ignored. In this pivotal moment, the departure of Kevin R. Wright, who has been the man behind one of the most successful shows in MCU history, from the Marvel offices, might spell bad news for both the fans and the studio.
Tom Hiddleston’s Loki
With projects like Loki, which have pushed boundaries and expanded the MCU’s narrative in a way people did not expect, Wright’s absence could leave a significant void in the studio.
Why is Loki Boss Leaving the MCU?
After nearly a decade with Marvel Studios, the Loki executive producer and former VP of production and development, Kevin R. Wright, has bid farewell to his position to pursue independent ventures in original film and TV projects.
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Tom Hiddleston’s Loki
With projects like Loki, which have pushed boundaries and expanded the MCU’s narrative in a way people did not expect, Wright’s absence could leave a significant void in the studio.
Why is Loki Boss Leaving the MCU?
After nearly a decade with Marvel Studios, the Loki executive producer and former VP of production and development, Kevin R. Wright, has bid farewell to his position to pursue independent ventures in original film and TV projects.
Suggested“They take...
- 6/8/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
After some not-so-great MCU projects, it’s time to get back on track and gear up for ‘Avengers 5’ and ‘Avengers: Secret Wars.’ ‘Doctor Strange 3’ was supposed to kickstart this journey but things seem uncertain now, especially after Cumberbatch’s recent comments.
Recent statements from Alex Perez during his Discord Ask Me Anything session bring some disappointing news for Doctor Strange fans. According to him, setting up the story of Doctor Strange and Clea properly will require more than just a couple of appearances in other projects.
What I’ve heard about Stephen Strange’s story leading into Secret Wars requires a minimum of a third Doctor Strange movie for it to be explored properly, or at the very least three Avengers films. Anything less, and I’m afraid that both Stephen and Clea’s characters might fall short of fans’ expectations.
There’s a rumor going around that Wong...
Recent statements from Alex Perez during his Discord Ask Me Anything session bring some disappointing news for Doctor Strange fans. According to him, setting up the story of Doctor Strange and Clea properly will require more than just a couple of appearances in other projects.
What I’ve heard about Stephen Strange’s story leading into Secret Wars requires a minimum of a third Doctor Strange movie for it to be explored properly, or at the very least three Avengers films. Anything less, and I’m afraid that both Stephen and Clea’s characters might fall short of fans’ expectations.
There’s a rumor going around that Wong...
- 6/8/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Following a disappointing few projects so far for the MCU, It’s time to turn this around and slowly start building toward ‘Avengers 5’ and ‘Avengers: Secret Wars.’ One massive project that was supposed to be a direct prelude to these multiversal events was ‘Doctor Strange 3.’
Following Cumberbatch’s latest statements fans aren’t quite sure that the movie will come to fruition before the next two ‘Avengers’ movies.
Now the recent claims by Alex Perez during his Discord Ama have a few disappointing updates for fans of Doctor Strange. Per his claims to set up his and Clea’s story properly it’s going to take a lot more than a few appearances in other projects:
What I’ve heard about Stephen Strange’s story leading into Secret Wars requires a minimum of a third Doctor Strange movie for it to be explored properly, or at the very least three Avengers films.
Following Cumberbatch’s latest statements fans aren’t quite sure that the movie will come to fruition before the next two ‘Avengers’ movies.
Now the recent claims by Alex Perez during his Discord Ama have a few disappointing updates for fans of Doctor Strange. Per his claims to set up his and Clea’s story properly it’s going to take a lot more than a few appearances in other projects:
What I’ve heard about Stephen Strange’s story leading into Secret Wars requires a minimum of a third Doctor Strange movie for it to be explored properly, or at the very least three Avengers films.
- 6/8/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Benedict Cumberbatch plays Stephen Strange a.k.a Doctor Strange in the MCU. One of the leading figures of the Avengers, Strange, has made multiple appearances, including Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. The character was last seen in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Though Strange is an important character, his future in the MCU has been unclear. However, a recent update sees him taking a backseat to make way for Benedict Wong’s Wong to act as a recruiter. According to a new rumor, Wong, the current Sorcerer Supreme, will be recruiting new Avengers for the film Captain America: Brave New World.
Will Wong Replace Benedict Cumberbatch As The New Leader of The Avengers? A still from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness | Credits: Marvel Studios | Credits: Marvel Studios
After the exit of Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans as Iron Man and Captain America, the...
Though Strange is an important character, his future in the MCU has been unclear. However, a recent update sees him taking a backseat to make way for Benedict Wong’s Wong to act as a recruiter. According to a new rumor, Wong, the current Sorcerer Supreme, will be recruiting new Avengers for the film Captain America: Brave New World.
Will Wong Replace Benedict Cumberbatch As The New Leader of The Avengers? A still from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness | Credits: Marvel Studios | Credits: Marvel Studios
After the exit of Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans as Iron Man and Captain America, the...
- 6/8/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Kevin R. Wright’s MCU timeline has come to a close. The Loki executive producer and now-former VP of production and development at Marvel Studios has exited his position to produce original film and TV projects, independently. Wright was one of the central creative figures behind the Tom Hiddleston-led Loki, which is widely considered to be the crown jewel of Marvel Studios’ Disney+ slate. On top of six Emmy nominations, the time-bending sci-fi series is the first-and-only MCU live-action series to receive a second season thus far.
In 2018, when Disney CEO Bob Iger pivoted to streaming with Disney+, he asked his most successful studio, led by Kevin Feige, to expand its shared universe into television. So Wright took the initiative with regard to a potential series about the God of Mischief, crafting a 30-page pitch that included many of the future show’s foundational elements, including the Time Variance Authority.
In 2018, when Disney CEO Bob Iger pivoted to streaming with Disney+, he asked his most successful studio, led by Kevin Feige, to expand its shared universe into television. So Wright took the initiative with regard to a potential series about the God of Mischief, crafting a 30-page pitch that included many of the future show’s foundational elements, including the Time Variance Authority.
- 6/7/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
We recently learned that Marvel Studios is eyeing Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy to helm Avengers 5. The filmmaker has read Michael Waldron's script for the project and is now in talks to take charge of a movie originally titled The Kang Dynasty.
The Cosmic Circus has shared an update on the project today, reiterating recent reports about it featuring a "grounded story" with Multiversal elements. The site has also heard that, when it comes to Avengers: Secret Wars, it will likely become a two-parter and feature "more than one central antagonist."
It also sounds like the plan is to adapt elements from Jason Aaron's Avengers Assemble event. In that, Mephisto rewrites reality to rid himself of Earth-616's Avengers once and for all; the heroes pursue the villain through the Multiverse and even meet their 10,000 B.C. counterparts. It also involved a Multiversal Masters of Evil.
Avengers...
The Cosmic Circus has shared an update on the project today, reiterating recent reports about it featuring a "grounded story" with Multiversal elements. The site has also heard that, when it comes to Avengers: Secret Wars, it will likely become a two-parter and feature "more than one central antagonist."
It also sounds like the plan is to adapt elements from Jason Aaron's Avengers Assemble event. In that, Mephisto rewrites reality to rid himself of Earth-616's Avengers once and for all; the heroes pursue the villain through the Multiverse and even meet their 10,000 B.C. counterparts. It also involved a Multiversal Masters of Evil.
Avengers...
- 6/7/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Guests looking to pick up a Magic Key pass for Disneyland will not be happy! The California version of our Annual Passes is no longer being sold.
On the Magic Key’s page, a new blurb recently appeared announcing sales have been halted:
“Please note that we have paused new sales of Magic Key passes. At this time, current Magic Key holders may have the opportunity during their renewal window (currently up to 30 days prior to the pass expiration date) to renew into a pass made available within the program. The quantity of passes and pass types available for renewal may be limited. Passes or a pass type may be unavailable from time to time or at any given time or available only for renewal.“
Image Credit: Walt Disney Company
Luckily, current Magic Key holders may renew, but newcomers are out of luck. It’s unclear when sales will resume,...
On the Magic Key’s page, a new blurb recently appeared announcing sales have been halted:
“Please note that we have paused new sales of Magic Key passes. At this time, current Magic Key holders may have the opportunity during their renewal window (currently up to 30 days prior to the pass expiration date) to renew into a pass made available within the program. The quantity of passes and pass types available for renewal may be limited. Passes or a pass type may be unavailable from time to time or at any given time or available only for renewal.“
Image Credit: Walt Disney Company
Luckily, current Magic Key holders may renew, but newcomers are out of luck. It’s unclear when sales will resume,...
- 6/6/2024
- by Mike Phalin
- Pirates & Princesses
The Office alum John Krasinski had long been a fan-favourite choice to play Mister Fantastic and finally got the chance to do so as a member of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' Illuminati.
Added during reshoots, Reed Richards' role in the sequel was far too brief and his death at the hands of the Scarlet Witch...well, the less said about that, the better. Even so, many fans appreciated seeing Krasinski suit up and it was a nice surprise for the stretchy superhero to make his MCU debut on Earth-838.
We've seen concept art with several different suit designs, but a viral clip from a VFX reel reveals just how close Mister Fantastic came to donning a primarily black suit instead of the blue one we saw on screen.
It's a pretty big change and we can't help but wonder whether that previous design is being saved for...
Added during reshoots, Reed Richards' role in the sequel was far too brief and his death at the hands of the Scarlet Witch...well, the less said about that, the better. Even so, many fans appreciated seeing Krasinski suit up and it was a nice surprise for the stretchy superhero to make his MCU debut on Earth-838.
We've seen concept art with several different suit designs, but a viral clip from a VFX reel reveals just how close Mister Fantastic came to donning a primarily black suit instead of the blue one we saw on screen.
It's a pretty big change and we can't help but wonder whether that previous design is being saved for...
- 6/6/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The upcoming multiplayer game, Marvel Rivals, is generating a lot of excitement thanks to its wide roster of beloved Marvel characters. Fans are excited to get their hands on the game as soon as possible.
A concept for the character The Spot was shared on the game’s subreddit as a joke, and the character actually being included in the game would lead to some really fun chaos.
The Spot’s Potential for Chaos in Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals will feature a massive roster of heroes and villains.
The Spot is a quirky villain who can create portals using the black spots on his body, making for some pretty wild and unpredictable moves. He’s not your typical villain, and his power to create several portals can turn any battle in the game into a chaotic mess.
The Spot Concept
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Imagine being in a heated fight,...
A concept for the character The Spot was shared on the game’s subreddit as a joke, and the character actually being included in the game would lead to some really fun chaos.
The Spot’s Potential for Chaos in Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals will feature a massive roster of heroes and villains.
The Spot is a quirky villain who can create portals using the black spots on his body, making for some pretty wild and unpredictable moves. He’s not your typical villain, and his power to create several portals can turn any battle in the game into a chaotic mess.
The Spot Concept
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Imagine being in a heated fight,...
- 6/6/2024
- by Suhaib Adeel
- FandomWire
While the Marvel Cinematic Universe has dominated the superhero genre in recent years, the film that ruled fans’ hearts even before the Avengers assembled, was Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man. Starring Tobey Maguire alongside Kirsten Dunst and Willem Dafoe, the film sparked a huge interest among the audience after its original trailer was attached to screenings of numerous films’ in 2001, including Jurassic Park III and Rush Hour.
Spider-Man (2002) | Credit: Sony
Clocking in at just over two minutes, the trailer enticed viewers with the iconic reveal of Spider-Man. The original teaser trailer, which had to be altered heavily due to a tragic and devastating event, was able to get one thing right that the MCU blockbusters are failing to do.
Sam Raimi’s Original Spider-Man Trailer Continues to Captivate Fans
The audience got the first glimpse at Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man in a brief teaser trailer screened alongside various movies in 2001. The teaser trailer,...
Spider-Man (2002) | Credit: Sony
Clocking in at just over two minutes, the trailer enticed viewers with the iconic reveal of Spider-Man. The original teaser trailer, which had to be altered heavily due to a tragic and devastating event, was able to get one thing right that the MCU blockbusters are failing to do.
Sam Raimi’s Original Spider-Man Trailer Continues to Captivate Fans
The audience got the first glimpse at Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man in a brief teaser trailer screened alongside various movies in 2001. The teaser trailer,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
60 MCU Characters Reportedly Set to Reprise Their Roles in Next Avengers Movie - Main Image
With a new line of Avengers waiting to return to the big screens on the next project, a recent report says fans can expect a whopping 60 MCU characters to appear in Avengers 5.
The Next Avengers Movie Might Pull An Endgame on Fans
It has already been five years since we last saw the Avengers team up on the big screen.
Don't get Marvel wrong — they're not done with uniting the superheroes in theaters, no. In fact, a recent report stated that the upcoming Avengers movie may bring back the old MCU characters together – a whopping 60 of them.
Marvel Studios is switching things up in terms of their yearly release plans for their roster of films and series, which may delay the excitement for Avengers 5.
However, the prospect of reuniting the original Avengers is...
With a new line of Avengers waiting to return to the big screens on the next project, a recent report says fans can expect a whopping 60 MCU characters to appear in Avengers 5.
The Next Avengers Movie Might Pull An Endgame on Fans
It has already been five years since we last saw the Avengers team up on the big screen.
Don't get Marvel wrong — they're not done with uniting the superheroes in theaters, no. In fact, a recent report stated that the upcoming Avengers movie may bring back the old MCU characters together – a whopping 60 of them.
Marvel Studios is switching things up in terms of their yearly release plans for their roster of films and series, which may delay the excitement for Avengers 5.
However, the prospect of reuniting the original Avengers is...
- 6/5/2024
- EpicStream
For a while now, the status of Marvel’s next Avengers movie has been in flux. Back in July 2022, Kevin Feige announced that the Multiverse Saga would offer up two major hero team-up movies: Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, and Avengers: Secret Wars. But in the wake of underperforming Phase 4 movies, and Jonathan Majors being dropped as Kang after an assault conviction, the plan changed – The Kang Dynasty is no more, Shang-Chi’s Destin Daniel Cretton stepped down from directing to focus on Shang-Chi 2 instead, and little has moved since then.
Until now. Because, according to Deadline, Marvel is eyeing up Shawn Levy as the man to next assemble the Avengers on screen. The filmmaker is currently hard at work in the final stages of Deadpool & Wolverine, which is gearing up to be a real big box office win – and, as a result, Marvel Studios is said to be keen...
Until now. Because, according to Deadline, Marvel is eyeing up Shawn Levy as the man to next assemble the Avengers on screen. The filmmaker is currently hard at work in the final stages of Deadpool & Wolverine, which is gearing up to be a real big box office win – and, as a result, Marvel Studios is said to be keen...
- 6/5/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Screen Gems has put out a whole lot of horror movies over the years, with titles including The Exorcism of Emily Rose, Don’t Breathe, Resident Evil, Underworld, Deliver Us from Evil, The Grudge, Carrie, The Stepfather, Prom Night, The Pope’s Exorcist, Insidious: The Red Door, and the recently released Tarot – and they’re making moves to ensure they’re going to be seen as a source for interesting horror in the years ahead. They’re working with Platinum Dunes on the “District 9 by way of The Purge“ werewolf movie Wolf Night and recently signed a first-look deal with Gary Dauberman that will see him “creating projects for himself while curating a slate featuring established and up-and-coming filmmakers.” Now Deadline reports that Scott Derrickson, the director of such films as Sinister, Doctor Strange, The Black Phone, and the previously mentioned The Exorcism of Emily Rose and Deliver Us from Evil,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
A few hours down the line, Sony dropped the much-anticipated trailer for Venom: The Last Dance. The third iteration of the franchise helmed by Tom Hardy’s Eddie Brock previewed some of the most iconic scenes that it had in store and took fans over by storm. Additionally, it also highlighted a sense of tension and brought forward the fact that it could indeed be the last time that the symbiotic relationship rolls on the screens, at least for the British actor.
Tom Hardy in Venom: The Last Dance | Sony Entertainment
The trailer debut also marked Hardy as the only other actor in Sony’s Spider-Man universe to complete a trilogy of movies after Tobey Maguire. Regardless of such highs, the teaser also threw numbing plot inconsistencies. A complete disregard or lack of sense prevailed as the snippet seemingly did away with the multiverse crossover that took place in Tom Holland’s 2021 flick,...
Tom Hardy in Venom: The Last Dance | Sony Entertainment
The trailer debut also marked Hardy as the only other actor in Sony’s Spider-Man universe to complete a trilogy of movies after Tobey Maguire. Regardless of such highs, the teaser also threw numbing plot inconsistencies. A complete disregard or lack of sense prevailed as the snippet seemingly did away with the multiverse crossover that took place in Tom Holland’s 2021 flick,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Actor/ director and comedian Jordan Peele has been the mastermind behind some of the most talked about horror movies, including Get Out, Us, and of course, Nope. However, his recent cinematic journey as a producer has not been quite as promising as Dev Patel’s very own Monkey Man, despite the hype, was far from making a splash at the box office.
Jordan Peele. Credit: Claudette Barius – Universal Pictures
Certainly, Peele deserves a break, and his recent meeting with Marvel Executives might just change his fate. With the recent report, fans might wonder what project Peele would pick up. While most fans almost believed that he would direct Mahershala Ali’s Blade, we think he might just land on a different exciting project, given Yann Demange is set to direct Blade (if Marvel Studios is still sticking with him).
Jordan Peele Reportedly Met With Marvel to Discuss Upcoming Film
Jordan...
Jordan Peele. Credit: Claudette Barius – Universal Pictures
Certainly, Peele deserves a break, and his recent meeting with Marvel Executives might just change his fate. With the recent report, fans might wonder what project Peele would pick up. While most fans almost believed that he would direct Mahershala Ali’s Blade, we think he might just land on a different exciting project, given Yann Demange is set to direct Blade (if Marvel Studios is still sticking with him).
Jordan Peele Reportedly Met With Marvel to Discuss Upcoming Film
Jordan...
- 6/4/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The duo behind Sinister, Doctor Strange and The Black Phone, Scott Derrickson and his frequent partner C. Robert Cargill have set up shop at Screen Gems, Deadline reports tonight.
The idea behind the pact? To bring new genre films to movie theaters.
Specifically, in Deadline’s words, they’ve “signed a first look deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment to produce feature films for Screen Gems under their Crooked Highway banner.”
“We first got to experience Scott’s talent with The Exorcism of Emily Rose. From then on, he and Cargill have excelled in reinventing the genre space by pushing boundaries and tapping into people’s deepest fears. They have an incredible ability to connect with (and scare) audiences. We feel lucky to have them here at Screen Gems and look forward to creating hits and breaking new boundaries with them at our side,” said Ashley Brucks, President, Screen Gems.
“We...
The idea behind the pact? To bring new genre films to movie theaters.
Specifically, in Deadline’s words, they’ve “signed a first look deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment to produce feature films for Screen Gems under their Crooked Highway banner.”
“We first got to experience Scott’s talent with The Exorcism of Emily Rose. From then on, he and Cargill have excelled in reinventing the genre space by pushing boundaries and tapping into people’s deepest fears. They have an incredible ability to connect with (and scare) audiences. We feel lucky to have them here at Screen Gems and look forward to creating hits and breaking new boundaries with them at our side,” said Ashley Brucks, President, Screen Gems.
“We...
- 6/3/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Exclusive: Horror filmmakers Scott Derrickson and C. Robert Cargill have signed a first look deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment to produce feature films for Screen Gems under their Crooked Highway banner.
Derrickson and Cargill’s have teamed on several hit movies, among them are 2022’s sleeper The Black Phone, which minted over $160M at the box office for Universal and Blumhouse with a sequel already on deck. They both wrote, with Derrickson directing, the global Marvel Studios feature Doctor Strange which grossed close to $680M worldwide. The duo was also behind the Blumhouse box office hit films, Sinister and Sinister 2, which have earned collectively over $140M around the globe. They are currently in post-production on their latest feature, Apple Original Films’ The Gorge, which stars Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy.
“We first got to experience Scott’s talent with The Exorcism of Emily Rose. From then on, he and...
Derrickson and Cargill’s have teamed on several hit movies, among them are 2022’s sleeper The Black Phone, which minted over $160M at the box office for Universal and Blumhouse with a sequel already on deck. They both wrote, with Derrickson directing, the global Marvel Studios feature Doctor Strange which grossed close to $680M worldwide. The duo was also behind the Blumhouse box office hit films, Sinister and Sinister 2, which have earned collectively over $140M around the globe. They are currently in post-production on their latest feature, Apple Original Films’ The Gorge, which stars Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy.
“We first got to experience Scott’s talent with The Exorcism of Emily Rose. From then on, he and...
- 6/3/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Venom: The Last Dance starring Tom Hardy in the lead is approaching, and soon we will have the movie on our screens. As per sources from Sony, this will be the last movie in the series. Every other day we have a new rumor running around about the movie, and now we have a brand new update about Venom 3.
Tom Hardy in a still from Venom: The Last Dance trailer | Sony Pictures
Sony Pictures just released the trailer for Venom: The Last Dance and it’s a lot to take in. We have Eddie and Venom, of course, but we also have some brand new characters in the mix. But while some characters seem new, the faces might feel familiar.
Venom: The Last Dance Trailer Makes Reference to Possibly 3 Seperate Spider-Man Universes
Venom 3 just gave us it’s first trailer, with the movie set to release later this year.
Tom Hardy in a still from Venom: The Last Dance trailer | Sony Pictures
Sony Pictures just released the trailer for Venom: The Last Dance and it’s a lot to take in. We have Eddie and Venom, of course, but we also have some brand new characters in the mix. But while some characters seem new, the faces might feel familiar.
Venom: The Last Dance Trailer Makes Reference to Possibly 3 Seperate Spider-Man Universes
Venom 3 just gave us it’s first trailer, with the movie set to release later this year.
- 6/3/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Oscar-nominee Michael Stuhlbarg is set to join Amazon MGM Studios’ upcoming feature After the Hunt, which will be released in theaters next year. The film stars Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri and Andrew garfield. Luca Guadagnino is directing the film from a script penned by Nora Garrett. Imagine Entertainment’s Brian Grazer and Allan Mandelbaum are producing alongside Guadagnino via his Frenesy banner. Imagine Entertainment’s Karen Lunder will executive produce alongside Nora Garrett. The film is targeting a summer start-of-production.
After the Hunt is an intense dramatic thriller about a college professor who finds herself at a personal and professional crossroads when a star pupil levels an accusation against one of her colleagues, and a dark secret from her own past threatens to come to light.
The project has been a hot property going back to when Imagine landed the script and began developing it at the top of...
After the Hunt is an intense dramatic thriller about a college professor who finds herself at a personal and professional crossroads when a star pupil levels an accusation against one of her colleagues, and a dark secret from her own past threatens to come to light.
The project has been a hot property going back to when Imagine landed the script and began developing it at the top of...
- 6/3/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Tom Hardy in Venom: The Last DanceScreenshot: Sony Pictures Entertainment/YouTube
Superhero movies inherently have life-or-death stakes—the villain must be defeated or else the world will end!—but Venom: The Last Dance really wants you to believe that Eddie Brock (Tom Hardy) and his symbiote are gonna kick the...
Superhero movies inherently have life-or-death stakes—the villain must be defeated or else the world will end!—but Venom: The Last Dance really wants you to believe that Eddie Brock (Tom Hardy) and his symbiote are gonna kick the...
- 6/3/2024
- by Mary Kate Carr
- avclub.com
A third film in the Marvel Comics-inspired Venom franchise made its way through production last year, shutting down for several months along the way due to the Screen Actors Guild strike. Now the film, titled Venom: The Last Dance, is aiming for an October 25th theatrical release – and today, Sony Pictures is starting to build the hype by unveiling the first trailer! You can check it out in the embed above.
The first Venom was scripted by Jeff Pinker, Scott Rosenberg, and Kelly Marcel. Ruben Fleischer directed that film, which made $856 million. But then Fleischer turned his focus to making Zombieland: Double Tap and Uncharted – so Andy Serkis took over as director on Venom: Let There Be Carnage. Which was written by Kelly Marcel, working from a story she crafted with star Tom Hardy. That sequel earned $506 million at the pandemic era global box office. Serkis said he would be...
The first Venom was scripted by Jeff Pinker, Scott Rosenberg, and Kelly Marcel. Ruben Fleischer directed that film, which made $856 million. But then Fleischer turned his focus to making Zombieland: Double Tap and Uncharted – so Andy Serkis took over as director on Venom: Let There Be Carnage. Which was written by Kelly Marcel, working from a story she crafted with star Tom Hardy. That sequel earned $506 million at the pandemic era global box office. Serkis said he would be...
- 6/3/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Inhumans Star Anson Mount Debunks Rumored Avengers: Secret Wars Cameo - Main Image
Anson Mount recently addressed his rumored return as Black Bolt in the upcoming MCU film Avengers: Secret Wars.
There have been rumors that the team-up film will feature several cameo appearances from various actors from past MCU and non-mcu projects considering that it is expected to lean heavily into the multiverse.
So far, Marvel Studios has not confirmed any of the rumored cameos as the project continues to be in development, but fans are hoping to see many past actors make their return in the film.
Anson Mount Debunks Avengers: Secret Wars Cameo
In his recent post on X, Mount debunked a scoop from an insider that allegedly claimed he and his Inhumans co-stars will make appearances in Avengers: Secret Wars.
"This is so interesting. Please tell us more about this contract I apparently signed in my sleep.
Anson Mount recently addressed his rumored return as Black Bolt in the upcoming MCU film Avengers: Secret Wars.
There have been rumors that the team-up film will feature several cameo appearances from various actors from past MCU and non-mcu projects considering that it is expected to lean heavily into the multiverse.
So far, Marvel Studios has not confirmed any of the rumored cameos as the project continues to be in development, but fans are hoping to see many past actors make their return in the film.
Anson Mount Debunks Avengers: Secret Wars Cameo
In his recent post on X, Mount debunked a scoop from an insider that allegedly claimed he and his Inhumans co-stars will make appearances in Avengers: Secret Wars.
"This is so interesting. Please tell us more about this contract I apparently signed in my sleep.
- 6/3/2024
- EpicStream
The aftermath of Avengers: Endgame had Marvel Studios enter its multiverse saga. A deep dive into the storyline with projects such as Loki, Spider-Man: No Way Home, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, marked the beginning of that chapter and threw open the doors to endless possibilities. Furthermore, after its take on Kang saw botched results owing to narrative failures in flicks like Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, a revamp of sorts is on the way with Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine.
Ryan Reynolds and Morena Baccarin as Wade Wilson and Vanessa in a still from Deadpool | Marvel Entertainment
In his latest expression of passion and gratitude to his mutant character, the Canadian actor called upon his co-star from the first two movies, Morena Baccarin. This move not only called back and foreshadowed their sparkling chemistry but also reignited memories of a harrowing disaster...
Ryan Reynolds and Morena Baccarin as Wade Wilson and Vanessa in a still from Deadpool | Marvel Entertainment
In his latest expression of passion and gratitude to his mutant character, the Canadian actor called upon his co-star from the first two movies, Morena Baccarin. This move not only called back and foreshadowed their sparkling chemistry but also reignited memories of a harrowing disaster...
- 6/3/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Deadpool and Wolverine Cameos: Confirmed and Rumored Appearances So Far - Main Image
With the return of the most iconic mutants on-screen, here are the other cameo appearances fans should expect in the list of Deadpool and Wolverine cameos in July!
Remember, one of the main plot points of the threequel includes the Tva agents from the Loki series, Deadpool and Wolverine, who will jump through hoops into the Multiverse to save it from utter chaos, which also segues some of the more crucial characters to have on the flick.
Without further ado, here are all the confirmed and rumored cameos involved in the Deadpool and Wolverine project!
Confirmed Cameos Appearing in Deadpool and Wolverine
The main cast returning for the Deadpool threequel includes Leslie Uggams as Blind Al, Karan Soni as the fan-favorite taxi driver Dopinder, and Morena Baccarin's Vanessa Carlysle aka Wade Wilson's love interest.
Additionally, any...
With the return of the most iconic mutants on-screen, here are the other cameo appearances fans should expect in the list of Deadpool and Wolverine cameos in July!
Remember, one of the main plot points of the threequel includes the Tva agents from the Loki series, Deadpool and Wolverine, who will jump through hoops into the Multiverse to save it from utter chaos, which also segues some of the more crucial characters to have on the flick.
Without further ado, here are all the confirmed and rumored cameos involved in the Deadpool and Wolverine project!
Confirmed Cameos Appearing in Deadpool and Wolverine
The main cast returning for the Deadpool threequel includes Leslie Uggams as Blind Al, Karan Soni as the fan-favorite taxi driver Dopinder, and Morena Baccarin's Vanessa Carlysle aka Wade Wilson's love interest.
Additionally, any...
- 6/3/2024
- EpicStream
As Captain America: Brave New World undergoes more reshoots, actor Giancarlo Esposito has reportedly joined the cast.
Once set for a July release before being subjected to a lengthy delay, Captain America: Brave New World is currently undergoing a round of reshoots. In the meantime, it’s being reported that Breaking Bad star Giancarlo Esposito has belatedly joined the cast.
Those reshoots are ongoing in Atlanta, Georgia, and will reportedly last for 22 days. Principal photography on the Captain America sequel wrapped over two years ago in spring 2023, but early test screenings prompted Marvel to push its release date back in order for new sequences to be shot.
There have been reports that several major scenes originally filmed have since been edited out, and that the reshoots have been ordered to beef up the action sequences which “were not big or satisfying enough” according to Daniel Richtman's sources.
It’s currently unknown who Esposito will play,...
Once set for a July release before being subjected to a lengthy delay, Captain America: Brave New World is currently undergoing a round of reshoots. In the meantime, it’s being reported that Breaking Bad star Giancarlo Esposito has belatedly joined the cast.
Those reshoots are ongoing in Atlanta, Georgia, and will reportedly last for 22 days. Principal photography on the Captain America sequel wrapped over two years ago in spring 2023, but early test screenings prompted Marvel to push its release date back in order for new sequences to be shot.
There have been reports that several major scenes originally filmed have since been edited out, and that the reshoots have been ordered to beef up the action sequences which “were not big or satisfying enough” according to Daniel Richtman's sources.
It’s currently unknown who Esposito will play,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
A rumor very briefly circulated that The Inhumans, a group of super-powered people who live on the Moon, would finally return to the MCU after several years of silence.
An unofficial Marvel X account recently said, “The Inhumans from the Inhumans series will return in ‘Avengers: Secret Wars'”. However, one of the stars of the forgotten series has something different to say.
The Inhumans from the Inhumans series will return in 'Avengers: Secret Wars' pic.twitter.com/T70Cn7r6U6
— Marvel Updates (@marvel_updat3s) May 31, 2024
X (Twitter) has become flooded with engagement farming. One of the Inhumans thinks this is the case with the alleged MCU news.
In a response to a Marvel fan account on X, the actor who played the silent hero Black Bolt (Anson Mount) said he was unaware the the Inhumans were coming back for the sequel:
“This is so interesting. Please tell us...
An unofficial Marvel X account recently said, “The Inhumans from the Inhumans series will return in ‘Avengers: Secret Wars'”. However, one of the stars of the forgotten series has something different to say.
The Inhumans from the Inhumans series will return in 'Avengers: Secret Wars' pic.twitter.com/T70Cn7r6U6
— Marvel Updates (@marvel_updat3s) May 31, 2024
X (Twitter) has become flooded with engagement farming. One of the Inhumans thinks this is the case with the alleged MCU news.
In a response to a Marvel fan account on X, the actor who played the silent hero Black Bolt (Anson Mount) said he was unaware the the Inhumans were coming back for the sequel:
“This is so interesting. Please tell us...
- 6/2/2024
- by Mike Phalin
- Pirates & Princesses
The House of M is a storyline that a slew of fans want to see play out in the MCU. Ever since Avengers: Age of Ultron introduced Wanda Maximoff into the MCU, fans have been speculating how Marvel Studios intended to do the storyline without any mutants being around.
Now Mutants are headed into the MCU, and Wanda Maximoff, for all reasons and purposes, has been pronounced dead. How, then, will the Marvel Studios work in the House of M storyline into the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Scarlet Witch in WandaVision | Marvel Studios
A rule of thumb when it comes to fiction in general, is that if there is no body shown on screen after a character has died, they can be presumed to be alive. Given that there was a very distinct red explosion before Wanda Maximoff was ‘crushed’ by the debris on Wundagore Mountain, there is a very potent...
Now Mutants are headed into the MCU, and Wanda Maximoff, for all reasons and purposes, has been pronounced dead. How, then, will the Marvel Studios work in the House of M storyline into the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Scarlet Witch in WandaVision | Marvel Studios
A rule of thumb when it comes to fiction in general, is that if there is no body shown on screen after a character has died, they can be presumed to be alive. Given that there was a very distinct red explosion before Wanda Maximoff was ‘crushed’ by the debris on Wundagore Mountain, there is a very potent...
- 6/2/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Denis Villeneuve is at the top of the world (and the box office) after releasing his iconic Timothée Chalamet film, Dune: Part Two. Getting a theatrical release at the start of March, the film went on to earn $711 million at the global box office, which is the highest earnings in 2024 by any film.
Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atredies in a still from Dune: Part Two | Warner Bros. Pictures
Well, the director made some bold comments regarding the high earnings that Dune: Part Two earned. While talking about other movies and people not going to theaters, Villeneuve revealed that he’s sad that his film is still at number one on the box office collection!
Denis Villeneuve Is Suffering From Success
It is indeed no small feat for a film to pull in $711 million at the global box office, especially after the rise of streaming services and the pandemic. However, Denis...
Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atredies in a still from Dune: Part Two | Warner Bros. Pictures
Well, the director made some bold comments regarding the high earnings that Dune: Part Two earned. While talking about other movies and people not going to theaters, Villeneuve revealed that he’s sad that his film is still at number one on the box office collection!
Denis Villeneuve Is Suffering From Success
It is indeed no small feat for a film to pull in $711 million at the global box office, especially after the rise of streaming services and the pandemic. However, Denis...
- 6/2/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Marvel’s ‘Multiverse Saga’ is all set to end with the climactic cinematic event Avengers: Secret Wars. Even though the film is a long way ahead, the MCU has probably begun to set up the ultimate battle between the Avengers and the multiversal threat. Many antagonists such as Kang the Conqueror and Doctor Doom have been rumored to be the villains.
While the film will definitely see many of the superheroes established from the beginning of the MCU make an appearance, one group that will not be seen is the Inhumans. Debunking a rumor that the Inhumans (as seen in the series) would be appearing in the film, Black Bolt actor Anson Mount ridiculed the page that broke the news and denied his involvement.
Inhumans Will Not Be Appearing In Marvel’s Avengers: Secret Wars Anson Mount in Marvel’s Inhumans | Credits: ABC Studios/Marvel Television/Devilina Productions
Anson Mount...
While the film will definitely see many of the superheroes established from the beginning of the MCU make an appearance, one group that will not be seen is the Inhumans. Debunking a rumor that the Inhumans (as seen in the series) would be appearing in the film, Black Bolt actor Anson Mount ridiculed the page that broke the news and denied his involvement.
Inhumans Will Not Be Appearing In Marvel’s Avengers: Secret Wars Anson Mount in Marvel’s Inhumans | Credits: ABC Studios/Marvel Television/Devilina Productions
Anson Mount...
- 6/2/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
While Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness didn't include as many surprises as some fans had hoped for, one of the biggest saw Anson Mount reprise his Inhumans role as Black Bolt.
Decked out in a comic-accurate costume, we finally saw the extent of his powers when his voice reduced Earth-838's Doctor Strange to little more than a pile of dust. However, after he crossed paths with Earth-616's Scarlet Witch, his head was blown up from the inside out.
Whether we'll see more of the Inhumans in the MCU remains to be seen. Former Marvel Entertainment Chairman Isaac Perlmutter tried to force Kevin Feige into making a movie featuring the characters and, when he refused, we ended up with the disastrous Marvel Television series.
If you use social media, chances are you'll be all too familiar with engagement farming accounts which post baseless claims (minus a source...
Decked out in a comic-accurate costume, we finally saw the extent of his powers when his voice reduced Earth-838's Doctor Strange to little more than a pile of dust. However, after he crossed paths with Earth-616's Scarlet Witch, his head was blown up from the inside out.
Whether we'll see more of the Inhumans in the MCU remains to be seen. Former Marvel Entertainment Chairman Isaac Perlmutter tried to force Kevin Feige into making a movie featuring the characters and, when he refused, we ended up with the disastrous Marvel Television series.
If you use social media, chances are you'll be all too familiar with engagement farming accounts which post baseless claims (minus a source...
- 6/2/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Of all the existing franchises in the entertainment industry, two of the biggest rivals are the Marvel Universe and the DC Universe. Both are two of the greatest superhero franchises of all time, with even shared writers for their comic books.
But what if these two universes were to collide onscreen due to a multiversal situation? Well, that is something very well possible and could happen.
MCU and the once-dceu.
Since both are superhero sagas, they could definitely clash onscreen in a multiversal war and just may have already done that had it not been for one superhero who had been preventing it all along.
This hero is ‘Access’ from the Marvel universe, and he is actually responsible for preventing these 2 superhero universes from clashing — even more crucial than Benedict Cumberbatch’s Stephen Strange!
Access is Responsible for Preventing Marvel’s Clash With DC
While both are superhero-verses that have...
But what if these two universes were to collide onscreen due to a multiversal situation? Well, that is something very well possible and could happen.
MCU and the once-dceu.
Since both are superhero sagas, they could definitely clash onscreen in a multiversal war and just may have already done that had it not been for one superhero who had been preventing it all along.
This hero is ‘Access’ from the Marvel universe, and he is actually responsible for preventing these 2 superhero universes from clashing — even more crucial than Benedict Cumberbatch’s Stephen Strange!
Access is Responsible for Preventing Marvel’s Clash With DC
While both are superhero-verses that have...
- 6/1/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
When Kevin Feige Confirmed Tom Hiddleston’s Loki Was To Be Blamed For Breaking The Multiverse( Photo Credit – Flickr; IMDb )
The Marvel Cinematic Universe, aka the MCU, has opened the vast concept of the multiverse and has been exploring it for the past few years. According to the events in the movies Spider-Man: No Way Home and Doctor Strange Into the Multiverse of Madness, the multiverse is now a complete mess. But how did it deteriorate so much? Marvel boss Kevin Feige once explained that Tom Hiddleston’s Loki was responsible for all the chaos. Scroll below for more.
People who are not avid followers of the Marvel movies and series and have only watched Doctor Strange 2 might think that his multiversal journey and spell before that in No Way Home might have caused the multiverse to break apart. But Feige confirmed it was not him. For the unversed, English...
The Marvel Cinematic Universe, aka the MCU, has opened the vast concept of the multiverse and has been exploring it for the past few years. According to the events in the movies Spider-Man: No Way Home and Doctor Strange Into the Multiverse of Madness, the multiverse is now a complete mess. But how did it deteriorate so much? Marvel boss Kevin Feige once explained that Tom Hiddleston’s Loki was responsible for all the chaos. Scroll below for more.
People who are not avid followers of the Marvel movies and series and have only watched Doctor Strange 2 might think that his multiversal journey and spell before that in No Way Home might have caused the multiverse to break apart. But Feige confirmed it was not him. For the unversed, English...
- 6/1/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Sam Wilson is back in action this week in Atlanta, where Captain America: Brave New World began a round of additional photography, with a new actor now in the cast.
Giancarlo Esposito, who for a few weeks had hinted at his involvement in a Marvel Studios project, is officially on the call sheet in an undisclosed, but sources say, villainous role.
The shoot will run 22 days, according to insiders. Among the added elements will be some new action sequences. Julius Onah remains the director.
Brave New World has been operating under a hazy shroud ever since it wrapped principal photography in the spring of 2023. The movie, which stars Anthony Mackie as hero Sam Wilson takes up the mantle of Captain America, barely escaped the direct impacts of the writers and actors strikes. Marvel’s other productions — Thunderbolts*, Deadpool & Wolverine and Blade — were forced to shut down or delay production,...
Giancarlo Esposito, who for a few weeks had hinted at his involvement in a Marvel Studios project, is officially on the call sheet in an undisclosed, but sources say, villainous role.
The shoot will run 22 days, according to insiders. Among the added elements will be some new action sequences. Julius Onah remains the director.
Brave New World has been operating under a hazy shroud ever since it wrapped principal photography in the spring of 2023. The movie, which stars Anthony Mackie as hero Sam Wilson takes up the mantle of Captain America, barely escaped the direct impacts of the writers and actors strikes. Marvel’s other productions — Thunderbolts*, Deadpool & Wolverine and Blade — were forced to shut down or delay production,...
- 5/31/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The making of the Infinity Saga is as big a mystery to the fans as the entirety of Phase Five’s Secret Invasion. The narrative established in the run-up to Avengers: Endgame proved that the level of planning that was required to pull off the two-part grand finale would make the Time Heist look like child’s play. As the Avengers played pretend on screen, the real superheroes got to work to create one of the most visionary and sprawling spectacles ever dreamed of on film.
Thanos in the Battle of Earth in Avengers: Endgame [Credit: Marvel Studios]
However, before the Infinity Saga could go into production, a plethora of complications would arise that would make the mere existence of these two films seem like a miracle. Directed by the Russo Brothers and later becoming one of the highest-grossing films of all time, the history behind the making of Avengers: Infinity War...
Thanos in the Battle of Earth in Avengers: Endgame [Credit: Marvel Studios]
However, before the Infinity Saga could go into production, a plethora of complications would arise that would make the mere existence of these two films seem like a miracle. Directed by the Russo Brothers and later becoming one of the highest-grossing films of all time, the history behind the making of Avengers: Infinity War...
- 5/31/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Around the time Doctor Strange was opening in the fall of 2016, MCU was at its peak with back-to-back iconic action flicks surrounding the titular Avengers characters. However, with all eyes on the upcoming movies, Scott Derrickson’s Doctor Strange faced intense scrutiny and backlash surrounding one controversial decision that was made with the best intentions.
Tilda Swinton and Benedict Cumberbatch in Doctor Strange (2016) | Marvel StudiosAccording to reports, it was Tilda Swinton’s casting as The Ancient One in Doctor Strange that faced a public outrage. Since her original Marvel character was an Asian man, Swinton’s casting was met with accusations of whitewashing in Hollywood despite Scott Derrickson’s intentions of avoiding racial stereotypes.
Tilda Swinton’s Controversial Casting as The Ancient One in Doctor Strange
Marvel has always had this strange habit of playing with character depiction in movies, compared to their original self in the comics. Although this...
Tilda Swinton and Benedict Cumberbatch in Doctor Strange (2016) | Marvel StudiosAccording to reports, it was Tilda Swinton’s casting as The Ancient One in Doctor Strange that faced a public outrage. Since her original Marvel character was an Asian man, Swinton’s casting was met with accusations of whitewashing in Hollywood despite Scott Derrickson’s intentions of avoiding racial stereotypes.
Tilda Swinton’s Controversial Casting as The Ancient One in Doctor Strange
Marvel has always had this strange habit of playing with character depiction in movies, compared to their original self in the comics. Although this...
- 5/31/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
In 2021, Kevin Feige retracted his statement supporting the casting of Tilda Swinton as the Ancient One in Doctor Strange. The character is a Tibetan-born old man in the comics, but the casting of Swinton was criticized as another instance of cultural appropriation of Asian characters. While Feige defended the idea during the film’s production and release, he expressed his regret over the casting decision a few years later.
Kevin Feige at the 2019 San Diego Comic-Con International (credits: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Feige admitted that the film could’ve taken another direction with the character that remained true to the Asian origin of the character. Despite the criticisms of her casting in the film, Swinton did complete justice to the character and was one of the best performers in the film.
Kevin Feige Regretted His Casting Decision Of The Ancient One In Doctor Strange
Tilda Swinton in Doctor Strange | Marvel Studios...
Kevin Feige at the 2019 San Diego Comic-Con International (credits: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Feige admitted that the film could’ve taken another direction with the character that remained true to the Asian origin of the character. Despite the criticisms of her casting in the film, Swinton did complete justice to the character and was one of the best performers in the film.
Kevin Feige Regretted His Casting Decision Of The Ancient One In Doctor Strange
Tilda Swinton in Doctor Strange | Marvel Studios...
- 5/31/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
NetEase Games has confirmed that Marvel Rivals, the new Marvel-themed Super Hero Team-Based PvP Shooter, will be coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. It will be available for both console platforms at launch alongside PC.
No release date has been announced, although a closed beta test for all platforms is scheduled for late July. This could suggest the game could be ready for official launch later this year.
Drawing comparisons to Blizzard's Overwatch, Marvel Rivals pits two teams of various Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains against each other in various game modes on destructible maps from across the Marvel Multiverse.
In Marvel Rivals, players can look forward to choosing heroes split into three distinct roles based on their unique power inclinations: Vanguard, Duelist, and Strategist. They’ll be free to pick their preferred role and hero, teaming up with allies to create a versatile and dynamic lineup for battle.
No release date has been announced, although a closed beta test for all platforms is scheduled for late July. This could suggest the game could be ready for official launch later this year.
Drawing comparisons to Blizzard's Overwatch, Marvel Rivals pits two teams of various Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains against each other in various game modes on destructible maps from across the Marvel Multiverse.
In Marvel Rivals, players can look forward to choosing heroes split into three distinct roles based on their unique power inclinations: Vanguard, Duelist, and Strategist. They’ll be free to pick their preferred role and hero, teaming up with allies to create a versatile and dynamic lineup for battle.
- 5/31/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Among his impressive repertoire of roles that have showcased his vast talent, Benedict Cumberbatch’s Marvel gig as Doctor Strange is one that got the actor a lot of fame and recognition. After being introduced in 2016’s standalone film, the star went on to become part of the hugely successful Avengers ensemble in the MCU.
Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange (image credit: Marvel)
2022’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness received mixed reviews despite doing decently well at the box office. With the franchise undergoing a lot of development in terms of future narratives, The Imitation Game actor spoke about the possibility of his famous character’s presence in future films or in a 3rd installment featuring the superhero.
What Is Benedict Cumberbatch’s Future As Doctor Strange?
While Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man and Chris Evans’ Captain America could be considered the faces of the Avengers, Benedict...
Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange (image credit: Marvel)
2022’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness received mixed reviews despite doing decently well at the box office. With the franchise undergoing a lot of development in terms of future narratives, The Imitation Game actor spoke about the possibility of his famous character’s presence in future films or in a 3rd installment featuring the superhero.
What Is Benedict Cumberbatch’s Future As Doctor Strange?
While Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man and Chris Evans’ Captain America could be considered the faces of the Avengers, Benedict...
- 5/30/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
In today’s episode of Bingeworthy, our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo delves into the underworld to wrestle with the emotions of “Eric.” The Abi Morgan-written Netflix series follows Vincent, a neurotic puppeteer whose son goes missing, leading him to attempt to solve the case with his son’s imaginary friend – a monster named Eric. The show stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Gaby Hoffmann, McKinley Belcher III, Dan Fogler, Ivan Morris Howe, and more.
Continue reading ‘Eric’: Benedict Cumberbatch & Gaby Hoffmann On Their Thrilling Netflix Series, ‘Doctor Strange,’ & More [Bingeworthy Podcast] at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Eric’: Benedict Cumberbatch & Gaby Hoffmann On Their Thrilling Netflix Series, ‘Doctor Strange,’ & More [Bingeworthy Podcast] at The Playlist.
- 5/30/2024
- by Mike DeAngelo
- The Playlist
In WandaVision, Wanda Maximoff finally became the Scarlet Witch. However, her evolution ended on a tragic note when she was forced to drop the Hex around Westview and bid farewell to The Vision and her children, Tommy and Billy.
When we caught up with Wanda in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, the Darkhold had corrupted the Avenger and she went on a rampage through realities to find Variants of her twin boys.
Verging on being a full-blown villain by the time all was said and done, Wanda eventually saw the error of her ways and appeared to bury herself beneath Wundagore. However, that was only after she'd used her powers to destroy every possible copy of the Darkhold in the Multiverse.
It's widely believed that Wanda found a way to survive and there's been chatter online about a Scarlet Witch movie for several months.
Today, scooper @MyTimeToShineH has...
When we caught up with Wanda in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, the Darkhold had corrupted the Avenger and she went on a rampage through realities to find Variants of her twin boys.
Verging on being a full-blown villain by the time all was said and done, Wanda eventually saw the error of her ways and appeared to bury herself beneath Wundagore. However, that was only after she'd used her powers to destroy every possible copy of the Darkhold in the Multiverse.
It's widely believed that Wanda found a way to survive and there's been chatter online about a Scarlet Witch movie for several months.
Today, scooper @MyTimeToShineH has...
- 5/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Exclusive: Global TV and film studio Sister is gearing up for a string of projects to hit the small and big screens and today might well see the launch of its most daring.
Netflix’s Eric about a desperate father battling his own demons on the streets of 1980s New York as he searches for his missing nine-year-old son features Benedict Cumberbatch and a custom-made seven foot puppet, which is visible only to Cumberbatch’s character, the flawed Vincent. Abi Morgan’s six-part series ties together themes of belonging, addiction, loss and police brutality in a familiar setting. It was described as Sesame Street meets Taxi Driver by one British reviewer, although Sister creative chief Jane Featherstone compared it in scope and theme to Steven Spielberg’s Et.
Speaking exclusively to Deadline, Featherstone said the show is testament to the Chernobyl and This is Going to Hurt studio’s commitment to taking a talent-first approach.
Netflix’s Eric about a desperate father battling his own demons on the streets of 1980s New York as he searches for his missing nine-year-old son features Benedict Cumberbatch and a custom-made seven foot puppet, which is visible only to Cumberbatch’s character, the flawed Vincent. Abi Morgan’s six-part series ties together themes of belonging, addiction, loss and police brutality in a familiar setting. It was described as Sesame Street meets Taxi Driver by one British reviewer, although Sister creative chief Jane Featherstone compared it in scope and theme to Steven Spielberg’s Et.
Speaking exclusively to Deadline, Featherstone said the show is testament to the Chernobyl and This is Going to Hurt studio’s commitment to taking a talent-first approach.
- 5/30/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
“You break the rules and become a hero,” Wanda Maximoff tells Stephen Strange at the start of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. “I do it and I become the enemy… doesn’t seem fair.”
That line from should confuse some viewers. After all, such rule breaking didn’t occur in 2016’s Doctor Strange, to which Multiverse of Madness is a sequel. It happened in Avengers: Infinity War. And Wanda’s rule-breaking happened in WandaVision. During the drive to Avengers: Endgame, this type of comprehensive world-building was a feature and not a bug of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But it’s become a distraction for some fans, which is why Marvel has rebranded its divisions, into Marvel Film, Marvel Television, and Marvel Animation.
According to Marvel streaming head Brad Winderbaum (via Variety), the rebrand addresses a problem among fans. “There was a lot of pressure post-Avengers: Endgame on...
That line from should confuse some viewers. After all, such rule breaking didn’t occur in 2016’s Doctor Strange, to which Multiverse of Madness is a sequel. It happened in Avengers: Infinity War. And Wanda’s rule-breaking happened in WandaVision. During the drive to Avengers: Endgame, this type of comprehensive world-building was a feature and not a bug of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But it’s become a distraction for some fans, which is why Marvel has rebranded its divisions, into Marvel Film, Marvel Television, and Marvel Animation.
According to Marvel streaming head Brad Winderbaum (via Variety), the rebrand addresses a problem among fans. “There was a lot of pressure post-Avengers: Endgame on...
- 5/28/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Committed to long-interconnected franchises can sometimes be a chore for the viewers, especially when something is as big as the MCU. It also doesn’t help when newcomers are required to know about the entries that came before to enjoy a new show or movie. One major example is Madness of Multiverse, as fans, who weren’t familiar with the Wanda Vision beforehand, had a hard time piecing it all together in the sequel to 2016’s Doctor Strange.
But Star Wars did combat this issue with Rosario Dawson’s Ahsoka, as the showrunners succeeded in making it more accessible to fans, who had no knowledge about her history.
Dave Filoni Succeeded in Making Ahsoka Its Own Thing
A still from Ahsoka | Disney Plus
Before getting her own live-action Disney Plus show, Ahsoka made her debut in the 2008 animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars and subsequently appeared in Star Wars Rebels.
But Star Wars did combat this issue with Rosario Dawson’s Ahsoka, as the showrunners succeeded in making it more accessible to fans, who had no knowledge about her history.
Dave Filoni Succeeded in Making Ahsoka Its Own Thing
A still from Ahsoka | Disney Plus
Before getting her own live-action Disney Plus show, Ahsoka made her debut in the 2008 animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars and subsequently appeared in Star Wars Rebels.
- 5/28/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Filmmaker Scott Derrickson helmed the first Doctor Strange back in 2016. The noted horror filmmaker, who was known for his film Sinister handled the first live-action depiction of the Sorcerer Supreme in the MCU. The film received positive responses around the world and was a commercial success, earning $677 million at the global box office.
While Derrickson did a great job with the film, he left the sequel after working on it for a while due to creative differences. Recently, a fan posted a nice detail about the first film which proved why the MCU was great back in the day and why Kevin Feige seemed to have forgotten the kind of creators that were involved in its making.
Scott Derrickson’s Attention To Detail In Doctor Strange Makes It Legendary Scott Derrickson on the sets of Doctor Strange | Credits: Disney/Marvel Studios
Scott Derrickson was known for helming multiple horror films...
While Derrickson did a great job with the film, he left the sequel after working on it for a while due to creative differences. Recently, a fan posted a nice detail about the first film which proved why the MCU was great back in the day and why Kevin Feige seemed to have forgotten the kind of creators that were involved in its making.
Scott Derrickson’s Attention To Detail In Doctor Strange Makes It Legendary Scott Derrickson on the sets of Doctor Strange | Credits: Disney/Marvel Studios
Scott Derrickson was known for helming multiple horror films...
- 5/28/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Benedict Cumberbatch Responds to Deadpool and Wolverine Cameo Rumor - Main Image
Benedict Cumberbatch recently opened up about his rumored cameo as Doctor Strange in Deadpool and Wolverine.
The upcoming film is expected to feature several cameo appearances from fan-favorite actors from the Fox Marvel movies and potentially from the MCU actors as well.
One of the characters that is being rumored to appear in the film is Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange, especially since the trailer showed the titular heroes jumping into a sling ring portal.
Also Read: Deadpool and Wolverine: Ryan Reynolds Confirms Rob McElhenney's Cameo
Benedict Cumberbatch Addresses Potential Doctor Strange Cameo in Deadpool and Wolverine
In a recent red carpet interview, Cumberbatch was asked whether the portal scene in the Deadpool and Wolverine trailer hints at his potential cameo appearance as Doctor Strange.
As expected, the actor played coy in his response and suggested that...
Benedict Cumberbatch recently opened up about his rumored cameo as Doctor Strange in Deadpool and Wolverine.
The upcoming film is expected to feature several cameo appearances from fan-favorite actors from the Fox Marvel movies and potentially from the MCU actors as well.
One of the characters that is being rumored to appear in the film is Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange, especially since the trailer showed the titular heroes jumping into a sling ring portal.
Also Read: Deadpool and Wolverine: Ryan Reynolds Confirms Rob McElhenney's Cameo
Benedict Cumberbatch Addresses Potential Doctor Strange Cameo in Deadpool and Wolverine
In a recent red carpet interview, Cumberbatch was asked whether the portal scene in the Deadpool and Wolverine trailer hints at his potential cameo appearance as Doctor Strange.
As expected, the actor played coy in his response and suggested that...
- 5/28/2024
- EpicStream
Following the release of MCU’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, audiences were bewildered with the movie since it was nothing like what they had expected from the 2016 movie’s sequel. However, Stephen Strange’s investigation of the multiverse in 2022 certainly set up a potentially exciting focus for the third movie.
Charlize Theron as Clea in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) | Marvel Studios
Therefore, now rumors surrounding the threequel suggest — with Benedict Cumberbatch’s titular character gearing up for his appearance, other important characters like Charlize Theron’s Clea and the 2016 installment’s Dormammu are also preparing for an alleged return. Although Theron previously claimed that her MCU future is uncertain, reports suggest that she might reprise her role.
Charlize Theron’s Clea Might Return in Doctor Strange 3
After Charlize Theron made her MCU debut in the credit scene of 2022’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,...
Charlize Theron as Clea in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) | Marvel Studios
Therefore, now rumors surrounding the threequel suggest — with Benedict Cumberbatch’s titular character gearing up for his appearance, other important characters like Charlize Theron’s Clea and the 2016 installment’s Dormammu are also preparing for an alleged return. Although Theron previously claimed that her MCU future is uncertain, reports suggest that she might reprise her role.
Charlize Theron’s Clea Might Return in Doctor Strange 3
After Charlize Theron made her MCU debut in the credit scene of 2022’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,...
- 5/27/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
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