2017 was a mixed bag for the DC Extended Universe. After the critical highs and commercial success of Wonder Woman, the DCEU almost derailed itself later in the year with Justice League. After enduring a troubled production, the superhero team-up underperformed at the box office and led to a major behind-the-scenes shake-up and refocussing at […]
First look at Guillermo del Toro-produced Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
Fandango has unveiled a first look photo from Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, director Andre Ovredal (The Autopsy of Jane Doe) and producer Guillermo del Toro’s (The Shape of Water) adaptation of Alvin Schwartz’s book trilogy, which follows a group of young teens who must solve the mystery surrounding sudden and macabre deaths in their […]
2018 to set new worldwide box office record with $41.7 billion
After topping $40 billion for the first time in history last year, Deadline is reporting that 2018 will set a new worldwide box office record with $41.7 billion.The twelve month total is a 2.7% increase on 2017’s $40.6 billion, with $11.9 billion coming from North America (a 7% increase on 2017) and $29.8 billion from […]
Jason Momoa’s Aquaman joins The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part
After making a huge splash this month in cinemas around the world with the DC blockbuster Aquaman, Jason Momoa’s Arthur Curry is set for a quick return to the big screen, albeit in minifigure form, with the newly-crowned King of Atlantis set to feature in Warner Bros.’ animated sequel The LEGO Movie 2: The Second […]
Marvel’s The War of the Realms gets a trailer
With The War of the Realms set to erupt this coming April, Marvel has unveiled a trailer for the upcoming crossover event featuring writer Jason Aaron and editor Wil Moss, as well as the cover to the first issue above, from artist Arthur Adams.“The story really begins when that war that’s been brewing for years […]
Jude Law’s Captain Marvel character may have been revealed on new promo poster
When it was first announced that Jude Law had been cast in Captain Marvel, reports stated that the British actor would be portraying the character of Mar-Vell, the original Captain Marvel, and mentor to Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers.Law’s role was never confirmed by Marvel (the actor refused to confirm or deny the report himself), with […]
Marvel’s Kevin Feige updates on Disney’s Fox takeover
Late last year, it was announced that The Walt Disney Company was seeking to acquire 20th Century Fox’s film and TV assets, in a deal that will have huge ramifications for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, allowing Marvel Studios to bring characters from the X-Men and Fantastic Four worlds into the fold.Despite a late effort from […]
He-Man won’t appear in Netflix’s She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
If you were hoping to see Princess Adora teaming up with her twin brother Prince Adam in a future episode of Netflix’s She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, then I’m afraid we have some rather disappointing news for you as showrunner Noelle Stevenson has ruled out the possibility of a guest appearance from He-Man.“He-Man is not […]
The Favourite leads the Online Film Critics Society Awards nominations
The Online Film Critics Society has announced the nominees for its 2019 awards, with Yorgos Lanthimos’ The Favourite leading the field with eight nominations including Best Picture, Best Director (Lanthimos), Best Lead Actress (Olivia Colman) and Best Supporting Actress (Rachel Weisz, Emma Stone).Following hot on The Favourite’s heels is Alfonso Cuaron’s Roma with seven nominations, followed […]
DC Universe teases 2019 line-up with sizzle reel trailer
DC Entertainment has unveiled a new 2019 sizzle reel trailer showcasing some of the original and classic content coming to the DC Universe streaming service in the next twelve months.This January sees the launch of its second original series Young Justice: Outsiders, which will be followed later in the year by Doom Patrol, Swamp Thing, […]
