One of CBS's most watched shows, Young Sheldon, has ended after seven years on the air. And it went out on a high ratings note. The final episode drew 8.95 million viewers to the small screen on its premiere night, the show's best rating in four years.
The announcement of the spin-off was met with caution by many viewers. But what initially felt like a manipulation of fans' emotions ended up being one of the most comforting comedies in recent years.
As you say goodbye to the iconic series, we have compiled a list of the ten best episodes so you know exactly which stories will make you feel nostalgic in the future.
1. A Therapist, A Comic Book, and a Breakfast Sausage – Season 1 Episode 4
This is the episode in which one of Sheldon's main passions is born – his love of comic books. At breakfast, Sheldon chokes on sausage and then refuses to eat.
The announcement of the spin-off was met with caution by many viewers. But what initially felt like a manipulation of fans' emotions ended up being one of the most comforting comedies in recent years.
As you say goodbye to the iconic series, we have compiled a list of the ten best episodes so you know exactly which stories will make you feel nostalgic in the future.
1. A Therapist, A Comic Book, and a Breakfast Sausage – Season 1 Episode 4
This is the episode in which one of Sheldon's main passions is born – his love of comic books. At breakfast, Sheldon chokes on sausage and then refuses to eat.
- 5/22/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Amid the extensive hype for Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s Deadpool & Wolverine, a new MCU report has extended further excitement. As Deadpool and Wolverine belong to the same saga, the new report of the X-Men reboot locking a writer shows that Marvel Studios is quite serious about the former Fox mutant superhero franchise.
Beau DeMayo. Credit: beau_demayo/Ig
Beau DeMayo, the creative mind behind X-Men ’97, celebrated the prowess of the show. X-Men ’97 has been one fine addition to the Marvel Animations, and fans and critics have embraced the show with open hearts. The animated series is a nostalgic treat carrying almost a similar essence to the comic book on the screen.
Beau DeMayo Celebrates The Best Marvel Series Of Recent Times Official art for X-Men ’97. Credit: Marvel Animation
There would not be an extensive debate after claiming that X-Men ’97 is the best Marvel show of recent times.
Beau DeMayo. Credit: beau_demayo/Ig
Beau DeMayo, the creative mind behind X-Men ’97, celebrated the prowess of the show. X-Men ’97 has been one fine addition to the Marvel Animations, and fans and critics have embraced the show with open hearts. The animated series is a nostalgic treat carrying almost a similar essence to the comic book on the screen.
Beau DeMayo Celebrates The Best Marvel Series Of Recent Times Official art for X-Men ’97. Credit: Marvel Animation
There would not be an extensive debate after claiming that X-Men ’97 is the best Marvel show of recent times.
- 5/22/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The Star Trek reboot may get another producer after hiring writer Seth Grahame-Smith and Andor director Toby Haynes for the project. Simon Kinberg, who produced the X-Men films, is reportedly in talks with Paramount Pictures to serve as a producer in the new iteration of the franchise. However, fans are not happy with Kinberg’s involvement in the project as his recent portfolio has been largely lackluster.
Chris Pine in a still from Star Trek Beyond | Paramount Pictures
Fans shared that Kinberg ruined the X-Men franchise with his involvement and would repeat the same with the new reboot. The sci-fi space series received some recent love with the streaming series, Star Trek Discovery, Picard, and Strange New Worlds.
Fans Say Simon Kinberg’s Involvement Will Ruin Star Trek A still from the original Star Trek series | Paramount Television
According to The Hollywood Reporter, X-Men producer Simon Kinberg met with Paramount...
Chris Pine in a still from Star Trek Beyond | Paramount Pictures
Fans shared that Kinberg ruined the X-Men franchise with his involvement and would repeat the same with the new reboot. The sci-fi space series received some recent love with the streaming series, Star Trek Discovery, Picard, and Strange New Worlds.
Fans Say Simon Kinberg’s Involvement Will Ruin Star Trek A still from the original Star Trek series | Paramount Television
According to The Hollywood Reporter, X-Men producer Simon Kinberg met with Paramount...
- 5/22/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
X-Men: Marvel Taps Hunger Games Writer for MCU Reboot - Main Image
Marvel Studios has found a writer to pen the screenplay for the highly-anticipated X-Men MCU reboot.
For the past few months, Kevin Feige and his team at Marvel Studios have been searching for a writer who will oversee the project that will mark the official MCU debut of the iconic mutant team.
A recent report revealed the two finalists that Marvel was considering for the job and, now, they have made their decision.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Producer Shares Exciting Update on Season 2
Marvel's X-Men Reboot Taps Hunger Games Writer Michael Lesslie
A recent report confirmed that Marvel Studios had tapped The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes writer Michael Lesslie to pen the screenplay for the X-Men MCU reboot.
Lesslie's other credits include Assassin's Creed, Park Chan-wook's The Little Drummer Girl miniseries,...
Marvel Studios has found a writer to pen the screenplay for the highly-anticipated X-Men MCU reboot.
For the past few months, Kevin Feige and his team at Marvel Studios have been searching for a writer who will oversee the project that will mark the official MCU debut of the iconic mutant team.
A recent report revealed the two finalists that Marvel was considering for the job and, now, they have made their decision.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Producer Shares Exciting Update on Season 2
Marvel's X-Men Reboot Taps Hunger Games Writer Michael Lesslie
A recent report confirmed that Marvel Studios had tapped The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes writer Michael Lesslie to pen the screenplay for the X-Men MCU reboot.
Lesslie's other credits include Assassin's Creed, Park Chan-wook's The Little Drummer Girl miniseries,...
- 5/22/2024
- EpicStream
Paramount Pictures has a few successful franchises, but the studio's apparent inability to do more with Star Trek is beyond confusing.
When J.J. Abrams relaunched the franchise in 2009, the stage was set for it to become a mainstream property, something which looked increasingly likely when the sequels - Star Trek Into Darkness and Star Trek Beyond - were also moderate box office hits. Unfortunately, Star Trek 4 has been stuck in development hell for several years.
Filmmakers such as Quentin Tarantino, Matt Shakman, Lindsey Beer, and Geneva Robertson-Dworet are just some of the names who have been attached to the movie in recent years, with none of them ultimately sticking around.
Now, with it seemingly no closer to becoming a reality, it seems Paramount's next prequel project is finally taking shape.
According to Puck (via SFFGazette.com), X-Men franchise producer Simon Kinberg is in talks to produce the new...
When J.J. Abrams relaunched the franchise in 2009, the stage was set for it to become a mainstream property, something which looked increasingly likely when the sequels - Star Trek Into Darkness and Star Trek Beyond - were also moderate box office hits. Unfortunately, Star Trek 4 has been stuck in development hell for several years.
Filmmakers such as Quentin Tarantino, Matt Shakman, Lindsey Beer, and Geneva Robertson-Dworet are just some of the names who have been attached to the movie in recent years, with none of them ultimately sticking around.
Now, with it seemingly no closer to becoming a reality, it seems Paramount's next prequel project is finally taking shape.
According to Puck (via SFFGazette.com), X-Men franchise producer Simon Kinberg is in talks to produce the new...
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
We might finally be getting a new X-Men film as Michael Lesslie has been tapped to write a new film for Marvel.
It looks like the X-Men have come to stay in the MCU. After the disappointing Dark Phoenix, the X-Men have been laying low until we got quick teases in Ms. Marvel and The Marvels before Deadpool & Wolverine re-introduces everyone’s favourite grumpy mutant proper.
Deadline now reports that Marvel is planning a proper X-Men movie and Michael Lesslie is in negotiations to pen the script. Lesslie wrote last year’s Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes, proving he can adapt someone else’s material. Lesslie has also penned the script for the new Now You See Me sequel which will be filming later this year.
The film is officially in development, but it’s still early days and there is no news...
It looks like the X-Men have come to stay in the MCU. After the disappointing Dark Phoenix, the X-Men have been laying low until we got quick teases in Ms. Marvel and The Marvels before Deadpool & Wolverine re-introduces everyone’s favourite grumpy mutant proper.
Deadline now reports that Marvel is planning a proper X-Men movie and Michael Lesslie is in negotiations to pen the script. Lesslie wrote last year’s Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes, proving he can adapt someone else’s material. Lesslie has also penned the script for the new Now You See Me sequel which will be filming later this year.
The film is officially in development, but it’s still early days and there is no news...
- 5/22/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
From humble small screen beginnings to becoming one of the most recognizable faces in the entertainment industry, Mike Colter’s success as an actor has truly been phenomenal. The actor is renowned for his portrayal of Luke Cage in the Marvel show of the same name. The actor has portrayed the iconic role for two seasons.
Mike Colter. Credits: Gage Skidmore/ Wikimedia Commons
However, it looks like the third season is going to be delayed indefinitely as the actor refuses to return to put on his superhero costume as he is enjoying his role in another TV series. Recently, Colter has opened up about how he has received immense success and fame in Evil, and he has decided to not return to the show until his expectations and production dates of the show align with his expectations.
Mike Colter States His Conditions to Return For The 3rd Season of Marvel...
Mike Colter. Credits: Gage Skidmore/ Wikimedia Commons
However, it looks like the third season is going to be delayed indefinitely as the actor refuses to return to put on his superhero costume as he is enjoying his role in another TV series. Recently, Colter has opened up about how he has received immense success and fame in Evil, and he has decided to not return to the show until his expectations and production dates of the show align with his expectations.
Mike Colter States His Conditions to Return For The 3rd Season of Marvel...
- 5/22/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The Marvel Universe is a treasure trove of characters, and the X-Men are among its most beloved properties. Ever since Disney acquired Fox and its repository, Marvel fans have been asking for the live-action debut of the mutants after decades of hits and misses within the Fox Universe. While the animated X-Men ’97 was definitely a step in the right direction, it seems Marvel has reverted back to its old ways.
X-Men ’97| Disney+
According to the latest update, the screenwriter for an X-Men movie has just been hired. And fans are not happy that Kevin Feige ignored Beau DeMayo and instead recruited Assassin’s Creed writer, Michael Lesslie.
Kevin Feige Ignores Beau DeMayo for the Live-Action X-Men Movie
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram | @beau_demayo
Beau DeMayo was apparently fired due to unknown reasons by Marvel Studios just ahead of the release of his series,...
X-Men ’97| Disney+
According to the latest update, the screenwriter for an X-Men movie has just been hired. And fans are not happy that Kevin Feige ignored Beau DeMayo and instead recruited Assassin’s Creed writer, Michael Lesslie.
Kevin Feige Ignores Beau DeMayo for the Live-Action X-Men Movie
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram | @beau_demayo
Beau DeMayo was apparently fired due to unknown reasons by Marvel Studios just ahead of the release of his series,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Beginning her career as a teenage music prodigy, Taylor Swift’s success has been nothing but phenomenal as her vocal abilities and skill as a songwriter have only developed over the years. The pop star has transitioned from country music to various genres, allowing her to reach various genres and evolve her music to become one of the biggest names in the music industry.
Taylor Swift. Credits: makaiyla willis/ Wikimedia Commons
Throughout her career, the Bad Blood singer has made sound strategic decisions that have sky-rocketed her popularity and guided her as a leading name in the music industry as well as on social media. It looks like her popularity is going to reach new levels as she is set to join the MCU and it’s not going to be a mere cameo as Dazzler in the upcoming Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman starrer Deadpool & Wolverine.
Taylor Swift Is...
Taylor Swift. Credits: makaiyla willis/ Wikimedia Commons
Throughout her career, the Bad Blood singer has made sound strategic decisions that have sky-rocketed her popularity and guided her as a leading name in the music industry as well as on social media. It looks like her popularity is going to reach new levels as she is set to join the MCU and it’s not going to be a mere cameo as Dazzler in the upcoming Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman starrer Deadpool & Wolverine.
Taylor Swift Is...
- 5/22/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
X-Men ‘97 has left fans more excited than ever before to see a live-action take on the mutant team. Movies like Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and The Marvels have offered a glimpse of what the heroes could look like in the MCU, with Deadpool & Wolverine set to do the same later this summer.
The difference there, though, is that those are the 20th Century Fox Variants of the X-Men; what Marvel Studios does with its long-awaited reboot will surely be completely different. And, if X-Men ‘97 is any indication, we’re in store for something truly special (the series has been praised for its compelling take on the heroes and the way their powers have been portrayed in new and visually distinct ways).
Now, with the San Diego Comic-Con and D23 fast approaching, Deadline has confirmed that The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes writer...
The difference there, though, is that those are the 20th Century Fox Variants of the X-Men; what Marvel Studios does with its long-awaited reboot will surely be completely different. And, if X-Men ‘97 is any indication, we’re in store for something truly special (the series has been praised for its compelling take on the heroes and the way their powers have been portrayed in new and visually distinct ways).
Now, with the San Diego Comic-Con and D23 fast approaching, Deadline has confirmed that The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes writer...
- 5/21/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Marvel Studios’ X-Men movie is gaining momentum as the project lands a writer.
Michael Lesslie, who is known for his work on the series The Little Drummer Girl and the recent prequel feature The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, is in talks to pen the new film focused on Marvel Comics’ iconic mutant team, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. The feature does not currently have a release date or a director attached.
X-Men remains a popular property for Disney following the recent success of well-reviewed Disney+ animated series X-Men ’97. The show is a reboot of the fondly remembered X-Men: The Animated Series, which launched in 1992.
The team made its comics debut in 1963 from creators Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Its first feature film arrived in 2000 with 20th Century Fox’s X-Men from director Bryan Singer. Two sequels followed, with the team getting rebooted for 2011 prequel...
Michael Lesslie, who is known for his work on the series The Little Drummer Girl and the recent prequel feature The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, is in talks to pen the new film focused on Marvel Comics’ iconic mutant team, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. The feature does not currently have a release date or a director attached.
X-Men remains a popular property for Disney following the recent success of well-reviewed Disney+ animated series X-Men ’97. The show is a reboot of the fondly remembered X-Men: The Animated Series, which launched in 1992.
The team made its comics debut in 1963 from creators Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Its first feature film arrived in 2000 with 20th Century Fox’s X-Men from director Bryan Singer. Two sequels followed, with the team getting rebooted for 2011 prequel...
- 5/21/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Since the moment it was revealed that Disney was considering acquiring 20th Century Fox, Marvel fans have been imagining the X-Men joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We’re still a number of years away from Marvel’s first X-Men movie, but the project has taken a big step forward. Deadline reports that Michael Lesslie (The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes) is now in negotiations to serve as the writer of the X-Men movie.
When the WGA strike concluded last year, X-Men was the first project Marvel Studios began tackling, taking pitches for the movie from a variety of writers. In addition to The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, Michael Lesslie is also known for Macbeth, Assassin’s Creed, The Little Drummer Girl, and the upcoming Now You See Me 3.
Although we’ve seen several X-Men characters appear in the MCU since the acquisition of 20th Century Fox — notably...
When the WGA strike concluded last year, X-Men was the first project Marvel Studios began tackling, taking pitches for the movie from a variety of writers. In addition to The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, Michael Lesslie is also known for Macbeth, Assassin’s Creed, The Little Drummer Girl, and the upcoming Now You See Me 3.
Although we’ve seen several X-Men characters appear in the MCU since the acquisition of 20th Century Fox — notably...
- 5/21/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
The X-Men are one step closer to joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe with their own movie.
Screenwriter Michael Lesslie (“The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes”) is in talks with Marvel Studios to write the first “X-Men” movie since the mutant superhero franchise was acquired by Disney in its purchase of 21st Century Fox in 2019.
As with every Marvel Studios film, Kevin Feige will produce, but nothing else about the film has been set, including director or cast. Marvel has been slowly seeding the MCU with mutants over the past two years, including brief mentions in 2022’s “Ms. Marvel” and “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” and appearances of the X-Men’s namesake and leader, Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart), in an alternative universe in 2022’s “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” and of Beast (Kelsey Grammer) in the post-credits sequence of 2023’s “The Marvels.”
Most recently, Marvel Studios...
Screenwriter Michael Lesslie (“The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes”) is in talks with Marvel Studios to write the first “X-Men” movie since the mutant superhero franchise was acquired by Disney in its purchase of 21st Century Fox in 2019.
As with every Marvel Studios film, Kevin Feige will produce, but nothing else about the film has been set, including director or cast. Marvel has been slowly seeding the MCU with mutants over the past two years, including brief mentions in 2022’s “Ms. Marvel” and “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” and appearances of the X-Men’s namesake and leader, Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart), in an alternative universe in 2022’s “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” and of Beast (Kelsey Grammer) in the post-credits sequence of 2023’s “The Marvels.”
Most recently, Marvel Studios...
- 5/21/2024
- by Adam B. Vary
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Following the success of its animated series X-Men ’97, Marvel Studios is now ramping things up on its live-action X-Men movie with Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes scribe Michael Lesslie in negotiations to pen the movie. The film is still in early development with no talent or director attached and no release date set. Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige will produce.
As Deadline reported last fall, this project became one of the first major writing assignments to open up once the writers strike had been resolved. Feige and his execs made it clear there was no rush and have taken their time meeting with numerous candidates since then. Late last week, the decision was made to go with Lesslie. (Lesslie was mentioned in the InSneider Newsletter as a finalist.)
Even with Lesslie officially boarding, it still will be some time before we get a movie in...
As Deadline reported last fall, this project became one of the first major writing assignments to open up once the writers strike had been resolved. Feige and his execs made it clear there was no rush and have taken their time meeting with numerous candidates since then. Late last week, the decision was made to go with Lesslie. (Lesslie was mentioned in the InSneider Newsletter as a finalist.)
Even with Lesslie officially boarding, it still will be some time before we get a movie in...
- 5/21/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
It's fair to say that, since 2016's Star Trek Beyond, the big and small screen incarnations of the venerable sci-fi franchise have certainly diverged in terms of output. While the films have been seemingly stuck in dry dock as different options are announced, only to fail to appear, the TV universe has exploded in all sorts of interesting directions. Part of the Paramount+ success appears to be having Alex Kurtzman as a producing/writing guiding light, and it seems that Paramount's studio division is aiming to have someone take over the film side in a similar capacity. That someone? Simon Kinberg.
The writer/director/producer, who has been behind a variety of successful projects including The Martian, Apple TV+'s Invasion and several X-Men movies, is now, according to Puck, in talks to join the Trek franchise to produce the film that appears to be closest to fruition: an origin...
The writer/director/producer, who has been behind a variety of successful projects including The Martian, Apple TV+'s Invasion and several X-Men movies, is now, according to Puck, in talks to join the Trek franchise to produce the film that appears to be closest to fruition: an origin...
- 5/21/2024
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
Whenever one hears Dwayne Johnson’s name, there are a lot of things that come to mind. Smashing villains left, right and center, taking on the unthinkable, and, occasionally, providing comic relief to a story. What you don’t associate him with are roles that receive critical acclaim, a performance that makes the critics sit up and take notice. But The Rock is looking to remedy that with his next movie, The Smashing Machine.
The first look of The Smashing Machine has fans excited
The Smashing Machine is currently in production | Credit: A24 Twitter
The first look of director Benny Safdie’s The Smashing Machine has just dropped. And fans are finding it hard to come to grips with the massive transformation undergone by the 52-year-old for playing celebrated Mma fighter Mark Kerr. Many couldn’t even recognize him after taking a peek.
Suggested‘The Smashing Machine’: Dwayne Johnson...
The first look of The Smashing Machine has fans excited
The Smashing Machine is currently in production | Credit: A24 Twitter
The first look of director Benny Safdie’s The Smashing Machine has just dropped. And fans are finding it hard to come to grips with the massive transformation undergone by the 52-year-old for playing celebrated Mma fighter Mark Kerr. Many couldn’t even recognize him after taking a peek.
Suggested‘The Smashing Machine’: Dwayne Johnson...
- 5/21/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
Exclusive: The finale of X-Men ’97 has set a promising track record for Disney+.
The episode, which debuted on May 15, saw 3.5M views globally in its first five days on the streaming platform. That makes it the most-viewed full-length animation series finale since Season 1 of What If…?, the Walt Disney Company says.
According to Disney, viewership had been growing consistently over the four episodes leading to the finale.
X-Men ’97 premiered in March with 4M views collectively across the first two episodes in their first five days on the platform.
The exact breakdown of viewership for each episode is unclear, but regardless it does indicate a strong, growing interest for the animated series, since the finale alone was nearly able to match the audience of the first two episodes in the same time frame.
As an added bonus, Disney also says that viewership for the original 1992 X-Men animated series has doubled since X-Men ’97 premiered.
The episode, which debuted on May 15, saw 3.5M views globally in its first five days on the streaming platform. That makes it the most-viewed full-length animation series finale since Season 1 of What If…?, the Walt Disney Company says.
According to Disney, viewership had been growing consistently over the four episodes leading to the finale.
X-Men ’97 premiered in March with 4M views collectively across the first two episodes in their first five days on the platform.
The exact breakdown of viewership for each episode is unclear, but regardless it does indicate a strong, growing interest for the animated series, since the finale alone was nearly able to match the audience of the first two episodes in the same time frame.
As an added bonus, Disney also says that viewership for the original 1992 X-Men animated series has doubled since X-Men ’97 premiered.
- 5/21/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
There have been several iterations of Superman (at least 35) ever since the character made his debut in the DC Comics. Adapting the stories for the bigger screens, there has never been (as far as we know) a Superman who is unsure of himself.
Henry Cavill and Amy Adams in a still from Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice | Warner Bros. Pictures
Sure, we could argue that Zack Snyder and Henry Cavill took a little dive into the human side of Superman. However, it was not as impactful as the stories of other superheroes (just look at Batman). Well, the animated series My Adventures With Superman Season 2 is here to change that!
My Adventures With Superman Is Much More Human
Back in 2023, an animated series by the name of My Adventures With Superman was released, which received great ratings and a second season. Based on the life of Clark Kent falling...
Henry Cavill and Amy Adams in a still from Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice | Warner Bros. Pictures
Sure, we could argue that Zack Snyder and Henry Cavill took a little dive into the human side of Superman. However, it was not as impactful as the stories of other superheroes (just look at Batman). Well, the animated series My Adventures With Superman Season 2 is here to change that!
My Adventures With Superman Is Much More Human
Back in 2023, an animated series by the name of My Adventures With Superman was released, which received great ratings and a second season. Based on the life of Clark Kent falling...
- 5/21/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
There's been chatter for years about singer/songwriter Taylor Swift joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Yesterday evening, one scooper went so far as to claim she's had a "good meeting" with Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige to discuss her joining the franchise.
Swift, who has become nothing short of a global phenomenon in recent years, is no stranger to acting and has even stepped behind the camera to direct. With that in mind - and the singer's immense popularity - it's no great shock that Marvel Studios is interested in working with her.
The question now is, who should she play? Many of the McU's biggest roles have already been cast and, given how successful Swift is as a writer and recording artist, we don't anticipate her signing any nine-picture movie deals!
In this feature, we explore some of the most exciting and realistic possibilities for Swift's MCU role. To check them out,...
Swift, who has become nothing short of a global phenomenon in recent years, is no stranger to acting and has even stepped behind the camera to direct. With that in mind - and the singer's immense popularity - it's no great shock that Marvel Studios is interested in working with her.
The question now is, who should she play? Many of the McU's biggest roles have already been cast and, given how successful Swift is as a writer and recording artist, we don't anticipate her signing any nine-picture movie deals!
In this feature, we explore some of the most exciting and realistic possibilities for Swift's MCU role. To check them out,...
- 5/21/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Veteran producer Simon Kinberg, who oversaw most of the “X-Men” movies for 20th Century Fox, is in talks to produce an upcoming “Star Trek” movie for Paramount Pictures, Variety has confirmed.
The project has already been in development at the studio for some time, with Seth Grahame-Smith (“Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter”) handing the screenplay and Toby Haynes on board to direct. Insiders say the film is intended as an origin story for the main timeline of the “Star Trek” franchise, set in the aftermath of humanity’s first contact with aliens.
Kinberg started his career as a screenwriter, penning 2005’s “XXX: State of the Union” and “Mr. and Mrs. Smith,” before joining the “X-Men” franchise as a co-screenwriter of 2006’s “X-Men: The Last Stand.” He transitioned to producing every subsequent “X-Men” film, and he made his directorial debut with the final movie in the franchise, 2019’s “Dark Phoenix.” He...
The project has already been in development at the studio for some time, with Seth Grahame-Smith (“Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter”) handing the screenplay and Toby Haynes on board to direct. Insiders say the film is intended as an origin story for the main timeline of the “Star Trek” franchise, set in the aftermath of humanity’s first contact with aliens.
Kinberg started his career as a screenwriter, penning 2005’s “XXX: State of the Union” and “Mr. and Mrs. Smith,” before joining the “X-Men” franchise as a co-screenwriter of 2006’s “X-Men: The Last Stand.” He transitioned to producing every subsequent “X-Men” film, and he made his directorial debut with the final movie in the franchise, 2019’s “Dark Phoenix.” He...
- 5/21/2024
- by Adam B. Vary
- Variety Film + TV
Sir Patrick Stewart is a veteran actor who is known worldwide for portraying the role of Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise for several years. Starring as the character for the first time alongside Ian McKellen’s Magneto back in 2000’s X-Men, Stewart placed himself in the hearts of millions of fans worldwide.
Patrick Stewart in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness | Marvel Studios
Playing the role for so many years, the veteran actor had some iconic things to say in an interview. From the rapid changes in Hollywood to the “superhero fatigue” that people are experiencing now, Stewart’s answer came true as he predicted what the genre might look like in 10 years!
Sir Patrick Stewart Knew The Answer 10 Years Back!
It is the claim of millions of fans worldwide that the MCU has become “too woke”. Although we cannot say whether these statements are justified or not,...
Patrick Stewart in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness | Marvel Studios
Playing the role for so many years, the veteran actor had some iconic things to say in an interview. From the rapid changes in Hollywood to the “superhero fatigue” that people are experiencing now, Stewart’s answer came true as he predicted what the genre might look like in 10 years!
Sir Patrick Stewart Knew The Answer 10 Years Back!
It is the claim of millions of fans worldwide that the MCU has become “too woke”. Although we cannot say whether these statements are justified or not,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
There are few stories that have come out of Marvel that are as influential as Old Man Logan. There is no doubt, that the company has some of superhero fiction’s greatest stories, but few have the caliber and the complexity of a piece like Old Man Logan, which follows an elderly Wolverine, who has given up the use of his claws after he was tricked into killing the X-Men and other mutants in Xavier’s Institute.
James Mangold directed Logan (2017) | Fox Studios
The comic book served as inspiration (in part) for 2017’s Logan, which saw Hugh Jackman essay the role of Fox’s version of Wolverine for the final time. The book has some of Logan’s most violent moments, one of which shows how far Logan can go even without using his claws. This particular instance had the older mutant face off against Red Skull, one who was...
James Mangold directed Logan (2017) | Fox Studios
The comic book served as inspiration (in part) for 2017’s Logan, which saw Hugh Jackman essay the role of Fox’s version of Wolverine for the final time. The book has some of Logan’s most violent moments, one of which shows how far Logan can go even without using his claws. This particular instance had the older mutant face off against Red Skull, one who was...
- 5/21/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Lego is returning to the wonderful world of Oz for sets based on the upcoming Wicked film adaptation of the iconic Broadway show.
“The Lego Group and Universal Products & Experiences are bringing to life 4 new Lego Wicked sets featuring mini-dolls, launching 1st October 2024! The ‘popular’ musical phenomenon, Wicked, becomes a two-part gravity-defying cinematic event with the first film arriving in cinemas on November 27th and the second coming in autumn 2025. Lego Group will introduce four sets inspired by the first film that will allow fans to delve deeper into some of the most iconic scenes straight out of Oz and explore core themes, characters, and songs from the upcoming film.”
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Pop Culture Coffee has expanded its collection with some fantastic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cold brew drinks!
“Pop Culture Coffee, known for its unique collaborations with popular franchises, is expanding its agreement with Paramount Consumer Products...
“The Lego Group and Universal Products & Experiences are bringing to life 4 new Lego Wicked sets featuring mini-dolls, launching 1st October 2024! The ‘popular’ musical phenomenon, Wicked, becomes a two-part gravity-defying cinematic event with the first film arriving in cinemas on November 27th and the second coming in autumn 2025. Lego Group will introduce four sets inspired by the first film that will allow fans to delve deeper into some of the most iconic scenes straight out of Oz and explore core themes, characters, and songs from the upcoming film.”
Read more at Brickset
Pop Culture Coffee has expanded its collection with some fantastic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cold brew drinks!
“Pop Culture Coffee, known for its unique collaborations with popular franchises, is expanding its agreement with Paramount Consumer Products...
- 5/21/2024
- by Lee Parham
- Den of Geek
Longtime X-Men producer Simon Kinberg is beaming up to a new franchise.
The multi-hyphenate is in talks to produce a new Star Trek feature for Paramount Pictures, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. If all goes well, the door would open to him taking active creative roles on the rest of the storied franchise’s film side. Alex Kurtzman and Akiva Goldsman are the main creative producers on Star Trek‘s television side.
The project Kinberg would step into is already in very active development. Toby Haynes, who directed episodes of of the Star Wars series Andor, is on board to direct the new feature, with Seth Grahame-Smith writing the script. The project is said to be set decades before the events of the 2009 movie that was directed J.J. Abrams, likely around modern times. It is said to involve the creation of the Starfleet and humankind’s first contact with alien life.
The multi-hyphenate is in talks to produce a new Star Trek feature for Paramount Pictures, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. If all goes well, the door would open to him taking active creative roles on the rest of the storied franchise’s film side. Alex Kurtzman and Akiva Goldsman are the main creative producers on Star Trek‘s television side.
The project Kinberg would step into is already in very active development. Toby Haynes, who directed episodes of of the Star Wars series Andor, is on board to direct the new feature, with Seth Grahame-Smith writing the script. The project is said to be set decades before the events of the 2009 movie that was directed J.J. Abrams, likely around modern times. It is said to involve the creation of the Starfleet and humankind’s first contact with alien life.
- 5/21/2024
- by Etan Vlessing and Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In the Deadpool & Wolverine trailer, Paradox, Deadpool’s assigned Tva agent, talked about how a Wolverine that he was referring to let down his entire world, as the camera focuses on Wolverine, in costume, lying on the floor of the Tva, possibly incapacitated. A theory has emerged pointing towards how Wolverine could have let down his world, and it ties in directly with a certain comic book run that has been widely influential for the Wolverine of the Fox-verse.
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine | Marvel Studios
Old Man Logan has been a widely influential comic for Wolverine as a character, so much so that a version of this Logan has made his way into Earth 616, and remains an integral part of the Snikt Family.
The story has a significant amount of influence on 2013’s The Wolverine, and 2017’s Logan. The story’s inciting incident has...
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine | Marvel Studios
Old Man Logan has been a widely influential comic for Wolverine as a character, so much so that a version of this Logan has made his way into Earth 616, and remains an integral part of the Snikt Family.
The story has a significant amount of influence on 2013’s The Wolverine, and 2017’s Logan. The story’s inciting incident has...
- 5/21/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The world of comic book movies stands largely on the shoulders of devoted actors who have dedicated a large portion of their careers to playing famed roles. From Chris Evans as Captain America to Scarlett Johanson as Black Widow, the list goes on. However, in terms of holding on to that role for the longest time ever, no one comes close to Hugh Jackman and his stint as Wolverine. However, despite a staggering tenure of 24 years and continuing, the actor has not evaded the thought of letting go of his character.
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine | 20th Century Studios
A brilliant twist of fate landed the Australian actor in his now synonymous role. Originally slated for a different actor, Jackman still has not forgotten the mercy of fate. Professionally enough, he also knows how to return the favor when the time comes.
Hugh Jackman has a plan to pass on the...
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine | 20th Century Studios
A brilliant twist of fate landed the Australian actor in his now synonymous role. Originally slated for a different actor, Jackman still has not forgotten the mercy of fate. Professionally enough, he also knows how to return the favor when the time comes.
Hugh Jackman has a plan to pass on the...
- 5/21/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Like any good superhero, Marvel Television has returned from the dead. The label is what the Marvel Netflix shows like "Daredevil" and the ABC ones like "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." were made under. Marvel Television was rendered defunct in 2019 after Marvel Studios absorbed it. Now, though its operations remain under the studio's purview, its name is being used again as part of an effort to more cleanly delineate the projects of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Marvel Studios will continue to be the label of the films, while Marvel Television will headline upcoming Disney+ programs like "Agatha All Along" and "Daredevil: Born Again." Marvel Animation will cover projects like the excellent "X-Men '97" (which is not part of the MCU), while Marvel Spotlight is for small-scale projects like "Echo" (read our review here).
Brad Winderbaum, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, explained in an interview with ComicBook.com that, "We want...
Marvel Studios will continue to be the label of the films, while Marvel Television will headline upcoming Disney+ programs like "Agatha All Along" and "Daredevil: Born Again." Marvel Animation will cover projects like the excellent "X-Men '97" (which is not part of the MCU), while Marvel Spotlight is for small-scale projects like "Echo" (read our review here).
Brad Winderbaum, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, explained in an interview with ComicBook.com that, "We want...
- 5/21/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Taylor Swift has long been one of the most favorite personalities in the music industry, and rumors have been going around that she will soon become ginormously favorite in the entertainment industry too. And while some may argue these rumors and speculation started with Ryan Reynolds’ upcoming Deadpool 3, we tend to differ, because, truth is, these actually started nearly 7 years ago.
Swift in a still from Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour. | Credit: Taylor Swift Productions.
Although it may seem surprising for those who forgot or didn’t know, these initially originated back in 2017 with a track from Swift that had fans convinced the billionaire singer was going to defeat Thanos. However, that never came to be, and those rumors drowned, but even then, that ain’t the end of the speculation around Swift joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
Taylor Swift Had Fans Believing She Would Defeat Thanos in 2017
Back...
Swift in a still from Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour. | Credit: Taylor Swift Productions.
Although it may seem surprising for those who forgot or didn’t know, these initially originated back in 2017 with a track from Swift that had fans convinced the billionaire singer was going to defeat Thanos. However, that never came to be, and those rumors drowned, but even then, that ain’t the end of the speculation around Swift joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
Taylor Swift Had Fans Believing She Would Defeat Thanos in 2017
Back...
- 5/21/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
When Secret Wars writer Jonathan Hickman relaunched the X-Men line of comic books by sending the heroes to Krakoa and making them immortal, there was one subtle change which generated a lot of discussion.
After decades of the trio being embroiled in a love triangle, it was strongly hinted that Wolverine, Cyclops, and Jean Grey's new life on the island nation had resulted in them taking their relationship down a very...modern...route.
Yes, the insinuation was that they were a "throuple," with Scott and Logan presumably sharing Jean (or vice versa).
The biggest hint in that respect came when the floorplan of the "Summer House" confirmed that their bedrooms were linked, with Jean's in the middle (something unique to their rooms only).
We're sure you don't need us to join the dots there, but Tom Brevoort, Executive Vice President and new X-Men Group Editor at Marvel Comics, has...
After decades of the trio being embroiled in a love triangle, it was strongly hinted that Wolverine, Cyclops, and Jean Grey's new life on the island nation had resulted in them taking their relationship down a very...modern...route.
Yes, the insinuation was that they were a "throuple," with Scott and Logan presumably sharing Jean (or vice versa).
The biggest hint in that respect came when the floorplan of the "Summer House" confirmed that their bedrooms were linked, with Jean's in the middle (something unique to their rooms only).
We're sure you don't need us to join the dots there, but Tom Brevoort, Executive Vice President and new X-Men Group Editor at Marvel Comics, has...
- 5/21/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has always given us big bad villains who know how to put our beloved Avengers in the worst possible situations. While we have come to love some of them like Loki, it’s a little too difficult to do so with others like Thanos. And now, a report suggests that Dwayne Johnson could be taking on the responsibility for playing the MCU’s next big bad.
Dwayne Johnson in Red Notice (2021) | Seven Bucks Productions
We all had a lot of expectations with Kang the Conqueror but how things played out in Ant-Man 3 and everything regarding Jonathan Majors’ personal life seems to have dulled out our hopes. The villain Dwayne Johnson is rumored to be playing just might be what the MCU needs but not everyone is happy with the potential casting.
Dwayne Johnson to Play a Villain in the MCU? Dwayne Johnson in Black Adam...
Dwayne Johnson in Red Notice (2021) | Seven Bucks Productions
We all had a lot of expectations with Kang the Conqueror but how things played out in Ant-Man 3 and everything regarding Jonathan Majors’ personal life seems to have dulled out our hopes. The villain Dwayne Johnson is rumored to be playing just might be what the MCU needs but not everyone is happy with the potential casting.
Dwayne Johnson to Play a Villain in the MCU? Dwayne Johnson in Black Adam...
- 5/21/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Let’s not beat around the bush; Marvel’s going through something right now. The superhero studio’s recent output has simply exhausted both casual and hardcore fans alike.
The sentiment appears to be close to universal too: amidst the avalanche of MCU content, there have been too few hits and too many misses. The fact that Bob Iger, Disney’s Chief Executive Officer, has publicly said that they’re going to change strategy and “slowly decrease volume” tells you everything you need to know.
So how does Marvel proceed from here? MCU mastermind Kevin Feige is seemingly planning to course-correct by re-assembling the Avengers sooner rather than later. Next year alone will see the release of Captain America: Brave New World, Thunderbolts, The Fantastic Four, and Blade, followed a few months later by a new Avengers—previously subtitled “The Kang Dynasty,” though that’s reportedly been abandoned.
It’s a sensible play.
The sentiment appears to be close to universal too: amidst the avalanche of MCU content, there have been too few hits and too many misses. The fact that Bob Iger, Disney’s Chief Executive Officer, has publicly said that they’re going to change strategy and “slowly decrease volume” tells you everything you need to know.
So how does Marvel proceed from here? MCU mastermind Kevin Feige is seemingly planning to course-correct by re-assembling the Avengers sooner rather than later. Next year alone will see the release of Captain America: Brave New World, Thunderbolts, The Fantastic Four, and Blade, followed a few months later by a new Avengers—previously subtitled “The Kang Dynasty,” though that’s reportedly been abandoned.
It’s a sensible play.
- 5/21/2024
- by David Crow
- Den of Geek
The Marvel universe has a great many numbers of characters yet to have made their MCU debut. But with X-Men and other character rights finally returning to Marvel Studios, fans can expect to see some of them finally make their live-action appearances. With fan expectations on the rise, numerous rumors have been plaguing the fandom, with one or the other actor or character speculating to join the MCU.
The MCU is potentially gearing up to introduce several new characters | Marvel Studios
Among the many rumors floating around, Taylor Swift too has found her way back to MCU’s casting speculations. After an insider revealed she met Kevin Feige for a Marvel role, fans believe her casting is a recipe for disaster.
Taylor Swift Reportedly Met Kevin Feige for Potential MCU Role Kevin Feige at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Among the many actors and actresses rumored to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe,...
The MCU is potentially gearing up to introduce several new characters | Marvel Studios
Among the many rumors floating around, Taylor Swift too has found her way back to MCU’s casting speculations. After an insider revealed she met Kevin Feige for a Marvel role, fans believe her casting is a recipe for disaster.
Taylor Swift Reportedly Met Kevin Feige for Potential MCU Role Kevin Feige at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Among the many actors and actresses rumored to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
We are just weeks away from the release of ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ a film significant for several reasons. It marks the MCU’s first “R” rated movie, introduces Deadpool into the MCU, and features Hugh Jackman’s return as Wolverine after his on-screen death in ‘Logan.’
Jackman had announced his retirement from the role years ago and reiterated this in numerous interviews. Yet, he is back, starring in a movie expected to redeem the studio after a series of disappointing releases over the past year.
Recently, it came to light that Feige himself discouraged Jackman from reprising his role as Wolverine, fearing it would tarnish the character’s perfect ending in ‘Logan.’ However, through clever plot devices, Jackman can now return without directly impacting the original Wolverine storyline.
Jackman recently sat down with Fandango to discuss his decision to return to the character, especially in light of Reynolds jokingly calling...
Jackman had announced his retirement from the role years ago and reiterated this in numerous interviews. Yet, he is back, starring in a movie expected to redeem the studio after a series of disappointing releases over the past year.
Recently, it came to light that Feige himself discouraged Jackman from reprising his role as Wolverine, fearing it would tarnish the character’s perfect ending in ‘Logan.’ However, through clever plot devices, Jackman can now return without directly impacting the original Wolverine storyline.
Jackman recently sat down with Fandango to discuss his decision to return to the character, especially in light of Reynolds jokingly calling...
- 5/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Only a few weeks stand between us and ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’. The movie is significant for several reasons. It’s MCU’s first “R” rated movie, it’s the movie that’s going to bring Deadpool into the MCU, and it’s Jackman’s first appearance as Wolverine since his on-screen death in ‘Logan.’
Jackman was supposed to retire from the role years ago, and he claimed that in numerous interviews over the years, and yet he is back, in a movie that’s supposed to redeem the studio from the line of failures that they released over the last year.
Recently, we’ve learned that Feige himself discouraged Jackman from returning as Wolverine, not to spoil the perfect ending for the character that ‘Logan’ had. But through some clever plot devices, he can now return without touching The original Wolverine.
Jackman recently spoke to Fandango and explained what motivated...
Jackman was supposed to retire from the role years ago, and he claimed that in numerous interviews over the years, and yet he is back, in a movie that’s supposed to redeem the studio from the line of failures that they released over the last year.
Recently, we’ve learned that Feige himself discouraged Jackman from returning as Wolverine, not to spoil the perfect ending for the character that ‘Logan’ had. But through some clever plot devices, he can now return without touching The original Wolverine.
Jackman recently spoke to Fandango and explained what motivated...
- 5/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Hugh Jackman has played Wolverine for almost 24 years since the first X-Men film in 2000. The actor’s compelling and intense performance as the character has been loved by audiences, and he and the character have become synonymous with each other. Fans have since believed that only Jackman could have played Wolverine as well as one could.
Hugh Jackman had previously retired as Wolverine in 2017’s Logan | 20th Century Studios
Jackman had announced his retirement with 2017’s Logan. He had already made up his mind while he was prepping for the film in 2016. However, when he saw Ryan Reynolds’ first Deadpool film, he immediately realized the missed opportunity to do a buddy comedy reminiscent of 48 Hrs. with Deadpool and Wolverine.
Watching 2016’s Deadpool Made Hugh Jackman Question His Retirement Plans
Hugh Jackman was very much impressed by 2016’s Deadpool | 20th Century Studios
With 2017’s Logan, Hugh Jackman officially hung up his...
Hugh Jackman had previously retired as Wolverine in 2017’s Logan | 20th Century Studios
Jackman had announced his retirement with 2017’s Logan. He had already made up his mind while he was prepping for the film in 2016. However, when he saw Ryan Reynolds’ first Deadpool film, he immediately realized the missed opportunity to do a buddy comedy reminiscent of 48 Hrs. with Deadpool and Wolverine.
Watching 2016’s Deadpool Made Hugh Jackman Question His Retirement Plans
Hugh Jackman was very much impressed by 2016’s Deadpool | 20th Century Studios
With 2017’s Logan, Hugh Jackman officially hung up his...
- 5/21/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Marvel fans have been ecstatic since the announcement of Deadpool and Wolverine’s long-awaited team-up. With tickets now on sale for the highly anticipated third installment of the Deadpool franchise, fans are eagerly devouring every piece of information they can get their hands on.
Nonetheless, a recent interview featuring Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, and director Shawn Levy have left some fans perplexed. The topic of cameos—more especially, the potential for characters like Elektra, Mystique, and Storm to show up in Deadpool & Wolverine—was discussed during the Fandango interview.
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in Deadpool & Wolverine | Marvel Studios
While the trio remained tight-lipped about any potential cameos, Jackman’s reaction to the mention of Halle Berry’s Storm piqued fans’ interest. And they couldn’t help but notice Jackman’s hesitation and the hint of a smile that played on his lips, leading many to speculate that something fishy might be going on.
Nonetheless, a recent interview featuring Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, and director Shawn Levy have left some fans perplexed. The topic of cameos—more especially, the potential for characters like Elektra, Mystique, and Storm to show up in Deadpool & Wolverine—was discussed during the Fandango interview.
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in Deadpool & Wolverine | Marvel Studios
While the trio remained tight-lipped about any potential cameos, Jackman’s reaction to the mention of Halle Berry’s Storm piqued fans’ interest. And they couldn’t help but notice Jackman’s hesitation and the hint of a smile that played on his lips, leading many to speculate that something fishy might be going on.
- 5/21/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Since the character’s inception on the big screen, Bond girls were a staple in most James Bond adaptations, until Casino Royale, as Daniel Craig refrained from using this term. But before Craig took the 007 gig and became the definitive modern James Bond, we had Pierce Brosnan as the charming British spy.
But unlike most Bond girls during the ’60s and ’70s, who were limited to being eye candy with ridiculous names, in Brosnan’s films, they defied those stereotypes. This was apparent in the character of Jinx Johnson, played by Halle Berry, who was even considered for her own spin-off film.
Halle Berry Was Closest to a Female James Bond in Die Another Day
A still from Halle Berry in Die Another Day | Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Unlike Bond girls in the past, Halle Berry had no problem going toe to toe with Pierce Brosnan‘s British Spy in Die Another Day,...
But unlike most Bond girls during the ’60s and ’70s, who were limited to being eye candy with ridiculous names, in Brosnan’s films, they defied those stereotypes. This was apparent in the character of Jinx Johnson, played by Halle Berry, who was even considered for her own spin-off film.
Halle Berry Was Closest to a Female James Bond in Die Another Day
A still from Halle Berry in Die Another Day | Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Unlike Bond girls in the past, Halle Berry had no problem going toe to toe with Pierce Brosnan‘s British Spy in Die Another Day,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Ryan Reynolds said in a new video interview with Fandango that he is “surprised” Disney allowed the upcoming “Deadpool and Wolverine” to be so R-rated. The movie is the first “Deadpool” film to be released under Disney following the company’s acquisition of Fox, which made Reynolds’ first two R-rated “Deadpool” movies that grossed just over $780 million each at the worldwide box office. Comic book fans feared Disney might tamp down the franchise’s R-rating given its commitment to family entertainment, but Reynolds and director Shawn Levy were granted permission to continue with the raunchy humor.
“I hope it doesn’t sound condescending, I’m really proud of them for doing this. I think it’s a huge step for them,” Reynolds said about Disney letting a film be R-rated “I mean, it adds a whole other color to this kaleidoscopic wheel that is that company and the different people...
“I hope it doesn’t sound condescending, I’m really proud of them for doing this. I think it’s a huge step for them,” Reynolds said about Disney letting a film be R-rated “I mean, it adds a whole other color to this kaleidoscopic wheel that is that company and the different people...
- 5/20/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
All sober-minded pop culture fans adhere to one important maxim: everything’s better with Nicolas Cage. And sure enough, Cage was a stand-out in the wonderful animated movie Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, as the comically hardboiled Spider-Man Noir. Every time Cage spit out a line about drinking egg creams and punching Nazis, audiences couldn’t help but cheer However, Cage isn’t the only thing that makes Spider-Verse‘s comedic take on Spider-Man Noir work. It also works because it’s limited, appearing in just a few scenes and making room for Miles Morales to be the far more dynamic heart of the piece. So as much as we love Nicolas Cage as Spider-Man Noir, the recently-announced Spider-Man Noir live-action series sounds potentially ill-fated, especially if Cage’s character ends up being the same gag from the animated movies.
If there must be a Spider-Man Noir television show, Amazon Prime...
If there must be a Spider-Man Noir television show, Amazon Prime...
- 5/20/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Tickets are now on sale for Deadpool & Wolverine, and Fandango recently caught up with director Shawn Levy and stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman to learn more about this long-awaited team-up.
The filmmaker started by addressing the threequel's R-Rating, explaining why it was important to keep the movie in line with Wade Wilson's previous big screen adventures.
"We were clear from the get-go. We said, 'Well, the three of us are going to do this and we've got to be truthful to the tone of a Deadpool movie.' That means we're not softening the edges," Levy said. "We're going to be audacious and funny and edgy, the way I know I, as a fan, want from Logan and from Wade Wilson."
"I have to say, every time Ryan, Hugh, and I went in expecting pushback, we got support from Kevin, from everyone at Disney. They have trusted us...
The filmmaker started by addressing the threequel's R-Rating, explaining why it was important to keep the movie in line with Wade Wilson's previous big screen adventures.
"We were clear from the get-go. We said, 'Well, the three of us are going to do this and we've got to be truthful to the tone of a Deadpool movie.' That means we're not softening the edges," Levy said. "We're going to be audacious and funny and edgy, the way I know I, as a fan, want from Logan and from Wade Wilson."
"I have to say, every time Ryan, Hugh, and I went in expecting pushback, we got support from Kevin, from everyone at Disney. They have trusted us...
- 5/20/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Tickets are now on sale for Deadpool & Wolverine, and Fandango recently caught up with director Shawn Levy and stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman to learn more about this long-awaited team-up.
The filmmaker started by addressing the threequel's R-Rating, explaining why it was important to keep the movie in line with Wade Wilson's previous big screen adventures.
"We were clear from the get-go. We said, 'Well, the three of us are going to do this and we've got to be truthful to the tone of a Deadpool movie.' That means we're not softening the edges," Levy said. "We're going to be audacious and funny and edgy, the way I know I, as a fan, want from Logan and from Wade Wilson."
"I have to say, every time Ryan, Hugh, and I went in expecting pushback, we got support from Kevin, from everyone at Disney. They have trusted us...
The filmmaker started by addressing the threequel's R-Rating, explaining why it was important to keep the movie in line with Wade Wilson's previous big screen adventures.
"We were clear from the get-go. We said, 'Well, the three of us are going to do this and we've got to be truthful to the tone of a Deadpool movie.' That means we're not softening the edges," Levy said. "We're going to be audacious and funny and edgy, the way I know I, as a fan, want from Logan and from Wade Wilson."
"I have to say, every time Ryan, Hugh, and I went in expecting pushback, we got support from Kevin, from everyone at Disney. They have trusted us...
- 5/20/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
From comic books to movies, Wolverine is one of the most popular superhero characters that has become an instant fan favorite. The character made its comic book in 1974, in Incredible Hulk #180. However, Logan’s popularity skyrocketed when Hugh Jackman decided to portray the mutant for the majority of his career to the point that he would become synonymous with the role.
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in Logan. Credits: Marvel. Tm and Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation
Fans were thrilled to learn that Jackman was returning to reprise his iconic role in Deadpool 3. Everyone is looking forward to the film because it features potential numerous variants of Weapon X. However, the MCU is going to face serious competition with a fanmade project that has received a thumbs up from the X-Men fans as they want the character to be a part of the MCU.
Fan Made Wolverine Film Receives a...
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in Logan. Credits: Marvel. Tm and Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation
Fans were thrilled to learn that Jackman was returning to reprise his iconic role in Deadpool 3. Everyone is looking forward to the film because it features potential numerous variants of Weapon X. However, the MCU is going to face serious competition with a fanmade project that has received a thumbs up from the X-Men fans as they want the character to be a part of the MCU.
Fan Made Wolverine Film Receives a...
- 5/20/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Earlier this month, a pretty wild rumour started doing the rounds online suggesting Marvel Studios wants Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson to play Apocalypse in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
An X-Men reboot - hopefully titled "Uncanny X-Men" - will be released after Avengers: Secret Wars, but is the pro wrestler turned Hollywood A-Lister a good fit for the MCU? It's no secret that he attempted to exert creative control over the DC Extended Universe after attempting to turn it into the "DJ Extended Universe" with Black Adam!
That won't fly with Marvel Studios and Kevin Feige, but if The Rock is willing to play ball, then he could make for a suitably formidable En Sabah Nur in a future live-action X-Men movie.
In some new fan art, we get an idea of what he'll look like as the villainous Apocalypse and, honestly, it works. We still don't know how old the X-Men themselves will be,...
An X-Men reboot - hopefully titled "Uncanny X-Men" - will be released after Avengers: Secret Wars, but is the pro wrestler turned Hollywood A-Lister a good fit for the MCU? It's no secret that he attempted to exert creative control over the DC Extended Universe after attempting to turn it into the "DJ Extended Universe" with Black Adam!
That won't fly with Marvel Studios and Kevin Feige, but if The Rock is willing to play ball, then he could make for a suitably formidable En Sabah Nur in a future live-action X-Men movie.
In some new fan art, we get an idea of what he'll look like as the villainous Apocalypse and, honestly, it works. We still don't know how old the X-Men themselves will be,...
- 5/20/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Fantastic Four is gearing up to begin shooting later this summer and Marvel Studios has now enlisted a cinematographer in Jess Hall.
He's no stranger to period pieces and previously worked with director Matt Shakman on WandaVision and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. Other credits include Chevalier, Ghost in the Shell, Hot Fuzz, and The Spectacular Now.
The news that he'll serve as The Fantastic Four's Director of Photography comes our way from Hall's website. Shakman and Hall reteaming isn't a surprise, and based on her work in WandaVision, he won't struggle to make this movie look visually distinct.
In other news, Hollywood insider Matt Beloni recently weighed in on Marvel Studios' upcoming projects in an edition of his podcast titled, "The Best and Worst Media Mergers of the 21st Century."
"The future of Marvel seems to be in exploiting these Fox Marvel properties like Fantastic Four and X-Men and Deadpool,...
He's no stranger to period pieces and previously worked with director Matt Shakman on WandaVision and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. Other credits include Chevalier, Ghost in the Shell, Hot Fuzz, and The Spectacular Now.
The news that he'll serve as The Fantastic Four's Director of Photography comes our way from Hall's website. Shakman and Hall reteaming isn't a surprise, and based on her work in WandaVision, he won't struggle to make this movie look visually distinct.
In other news, Hollywood insider Matt Beloni recently weighed in on Marvel Studios' upcoming projects in an edition of his podcast titled, "The Best and Worst Media Mergers of the 21st Century."
"The future of Marvel seems to be in exploiting these Fox Marvel properties like Fantastic Four and X-Men and Deadpool,...
- 5/20/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
X-Men ’97 concluded its debut season with a blast, leaving fans eager to know more about what comes next with Apocalypse in the scene. Meanwhile, to keep the hype alive, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum teased the possible appearance of Deadpool in the show’s season 2, after missing out on showing up in season 1.
Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool | Disney, Marvel Studios
Currently, with Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool making all the headlines surrounding MCU for his upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine movie, it seems like a great time to tease his character’s appearance in X-Men ’97 S2. As Reynolds undoubtedly saves Marvel Studios with his fan-favorite character, Brad Winderbaum believes Deadpool could have a future in the animated show, too.
Brad Winderbaum Teases Deadpool’s Appearance in X-Men ’97 S2
Reviving the beloved 90s show X-Men: The Animated Series, X-Men ’97 returned with similar aesthetics to serve as a...
Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool | Disney, Marvel Studios
Currently, with Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool making all the headlines surrounding MCU for his upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine movie, it seems like a great time to tease his character’s appearance in X-Men ’97 S2. As Reynolds undoubtedly saves Marvel Studios with his fan-favorite character, Brad Winderbaum believes Deadpool could have a future in the animated show, too.
Brad Winderbaum Teases Deadpool’s Appearance in X-Men ’97 S2
Reviving the beloved 90s show X-Men: The Animated Series, X-Men ’97 returned with similar aesthetics to serve as a...
- 5/20/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Cyclops. Wolverine. Jean Gray.
Some characters have been at the forefront of the Marvel brand that are intimately connected to the X-Men. It is as Captain America and Iron Man are to the Avengers, Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben are to the Fantastic Four, and as Superman, Wonder Woman and Batman are to the Justice League. Whenever it comes to introducing these teams in new mediums, these characters are the premier choices to build out the universe with.
X-Men | Marvel Comics
While Wolverine, Cyclops, and Marvel Girl might be important characters to introduce the X-Men within any universe, a rumor has surfaced online that states that Marvel might forgo its premiere mutant team to focus on ‘underutilized’ characters to introduce the X-Men in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Needless to say, fans had a few things to say about it, whether it is true or not.
Fans simply don’t want...
Some characters have been at the forefront of the Marvel brand that are intimately connected to the X-Men. It is as Captain America and Iron Man are to the Avengers, Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben are to the Fantastic Four, and as Superman, Wonder Woman and Batman are to the Justice League. Whenever it comes to introducing these teams in new mediums, these characters are the premier choices to build out the universe with.
X-Men | Marvel Comics
While Wolverine, Cyclops, and Marvel Girl might be important characters to introduce the X-Men within any universe, a rumor has surfaced online that states that Marvel might forgo its premiere mutant team to focus on ‘underutilized’ characters to introduce the X-Men in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Needless to say, fans had a few things to say about it, whether it is true or not.
Fans simply don’t want...
- 5/19/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Tom Hardy loves to keep his social circle small, and during his initial years in Hollywood, he often didn’t engage in small talk with his fellow costars. This was reflected during his time in Star Trek: Nemesis, which remains his first and only appearance in the franchise, as Hardy would spend most of his time in his trailer when the cameras were off.
As a result, his costar Patrick Stewart thought he might never hear of the Venom star again after Nemesis, as the actor hardly communicated with his costars on set.
Tom Hardy Hardly Communicated With His Star Trek Costars Outside of Filming
A still from Star Trek: Nemesis | Paramount Pictures
Although Tom Hardy has no problem engaging in small talk when he needs to, the actor mostly prefers to be by himself. While there’s nothing wrong with it, this did become a problem for his costars...
As a result, his costar Patrick Stewart thought he might never hear of the Venom star again after Nemesis, as the actor hardly communicated with his costars on set.
Tom Hardy Hardly Communicated With His Star Trek Costars Outside of Filming
A still from Star Trek: Nemesis | Paramount Pictures
Although Tom Hardy has no problem engaging in small talk when he needs to, the actor mostly prefers to be by himself. While there’s nothing wrong with it, this did become a problem for his costars...
- 5/19/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
If there’s anything superhero movies try to stay away from over the past years, it’s the exhibition of s*x scenes. The majority of comic book films don’t show this type of mature theme as it would affect the rating and viewership.
Avengers: Infinity War / Marvel Studios
This is the dilemma of renowned director Richard Linklater when it comes to creating movies. The lack of intimate scenes in superhero films has swiftly become the trend in Hollywood.
Richard Linklater Slams Superhero Movies For Not Including S*x Scenes
During his interview with The Times, filmmaker Richard Linklater aired his frustration over movies that don’t feature sensual themes. He claimed that s*x is a great way to sell films and wondered why Hollywood changed its rules.
S*x and violence is what cinema is great at. S*x was always the great seller; I don’t...
Avengers: Infinity War / Marvel Studios
This is the dilemma of renowned director Richard Linklater when it comes to creating movies. The lack of intimate scenes in superhero films has swiftly become the trend in Hollywood.
Richard Linklater Slams Superhero Movies For Not Including S*x Scenes
During his interview with The Times, filmmaker Richard Linklater aired his frustration over movies that don’t feature sensual themes. He claimed that s*x is a great way to sell films and wondered why Hollywood changed its rules.
S*x and violence is what cinema is great at. S*x was always the great seller; I don’t...
- 5/19/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
*Major Spoilers For X-Men ’97*
Marvel Studios managed to retain millions of audiences with the recent release of the MCU animated show X-Men ’97. Bringing in several iconic characters like Professor Xavier, Wolverine, and Rogue into the fold, the animated series is indeed quite exceptional.
Forge in X-Men ’97/ Marvel Animation
With an intriguing storyline to its name, the show took a dive into the relationship between mutants Rogue and Gambit. As we all know how the story ended, a Marvel executive was also concerned about whether to develop the relationship or not.
Marvel Exec Was Afraid To Develop A Relation In X-Men ’97
Rogue and Gambit are two characters appearing in Marvel Comics and the two have developed a relation in the comics. With Rogue and Gambit being powerful mutants who have been associated with the X-Men, fans loved seeing the characters in X-Men ’97.
A still from X-Men ’97...
Marvel Studios managed to retain millions of audiences with the recent release of the MCU animated show X-Men ’97. Bringing in several iconic characters like Professor Xavier, Wolverine, and Rogue into the fold, the animated series is indeed quite exceptional.
Forge in X-Men ’97/ Marvel Animation
With an intriguing storyline to its name, the show took a dive into the relationship between mutants Rogue and Gambit. As we all know how the story ended, a Marvel executive was also concerned about whether to develop the relationship or not.
Marvel Exec Was Afraid To Develop A Relation In X-Men ’97
Rogue and Gambit are two characters appearing in Marvel Comics and the two have developed a relation in the comics. With Rogue and Gambit being powerful mutants who have been associated with the X-Men, fans loved seeing the characters in X-Men ’97.
A still from X-Men ’97...
- 5/19/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 has finally concluded with 10 episodes and it can be undoubtedly hailed as one of the best Marvel shows yet. The animated revival and continuation of the 90s X-Men: The Animated Series garnered praise for its masterful handling of several iconic comic book storylines. Yet there was one significant moment in X-Men ’97 that was not so easy to execute.
X-Men ’97 I Marvel Animation
The Executive Producer of the latest X-Men series and Marvel Animation head Brad Winderbaum revealed that the crew was very nervous about pulling off Gambit’s death in Episode 5. Gambit’s fateful end in the Genosha massacre shown in the episode Remember It shocked several fans and provided one of the most emotional endings for a fan-favorite character.
Why were X-Men ’97 makers anxious to carry out Gambit’s death?
The scene of Gambit’s death in Episode 5 of X-Men ’97 I Marvel Animation...
X-Men ’97 I Marvel Animation
The Executive Producer of the latest X-Men series and Marvel Animation head Brad Winderbaum revealed that the crew was very nervous about pulling off Gambit’s death in Episode 5. Gambit’s fateful end in the Genosha massacre shown in the episode Remember It shocked several fans and provided one of the most emotional endings for a fan-favorite character.
Why were X-Men ’97 makers anxious to carry out Gambit’s death?
The scene of Gambit’s death in Episode 5 of X-Men ’97 I Marvel Animation...
- 5/19/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
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