Game of Thrones and Star Wars star Gwendoline Christie has signed to to star in 20th Century Fox’s Darkest Minds, which is being directed by Jennifer Yuh Nelson (Kung Fu Panda) and is based upon Alexandra Bracken’s YA book trilogy. Darkest Minds is set in a a post-apocalyptic America where a pandemic has killed most […]
Colin Farrell in talks for Tim Burton’s live-action Dumbo
According to Deadline, Colin Farrell is in talks to join the cast of Tim Burton’s live-action Disney adaptation Dumbo, where he would play the role of Holt, the widowed father of two children from Kentucky. Dumbo is gearing up to go into production in the spring, with Burton directing from a script by Ehren Kruger […]
Adam Sandler signs another four-film deal with Netflix
With the third film of his four-picture deal, Sandy Wexler, set to hit Netflix next month, it has been announced that Adam Sandler has extended his contract with the streaming giant for a further four movies, which will be produced through his Happy Madison Productions banner. “Love working with Netflix and collaborating with them,” said […]
Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio joins The Punisher
With The Punisher nearing the end of production, some new set photos from the Marvel and Netflix show have arrived online, which reveal that Academy Award-nominated actress Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio (The Color of Money) has joined the cast; take a look here… SEE ALSO: The Punisher set photos see Jon Bernthal’s Frank Castle going up […]
Two more alternative endings for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story revealed
This past week Rogue One: A Star Wars Story screenwriter Gary Whitta discussed a couple of alternative endings for December’s Anthology movie, including a “happy” ending where Jyn Erso and Cassian Andor survived, and another where Darth Vader killed Director Krennic. And now, speaking to io9, ILM’s Chief Creative Officer John Knoll (the man responsible […]
The Week in Spandex – Justice League, The Batman, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Avengers: Infinity War, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Black Panther, Deadpool 2
In this edition of The Week in Spandex, we look at Justice League, Wonder Woman, The Batman, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Supergirl, The Flash, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, Arrow, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Black Cat and Silver Sable, Avengers: Infinity War, Black Panther, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Thor: Ragnarok, […]
Robert Rodriguez in talks to direct Escape from New York
It looks like 20th Century Fox may have found its director for the upcoming Escape from New York remake, with The Tracking Board reporting that the studio is currently in talks with filmmaker Robert Rodriguez. Rodriguez recently finished up production on Alita: Battle Angel for the studio, and should a deal be reached he would […]
Deadpool 2 screenwriters explain why Zazie Beetz was cast as Domino
Despite the rumour sites bringing up virtually every actress in Hollywood as potential candidates for Domino in Deadpool 2, the role of the assassin has gone to relative newcomer Zazie Beetz (Atlanta), and during an interview with IGN screenwriters Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese explained why she was the ideal candidate for the part. “She, […]
Archie and friends face mortal danger in Over the Edge
The lives of Archie Comics’ most popular characters will be changed forever as legendary comic book writer Mark Waid and superstar artist Pete Woods take readers ‘Over the Edge’ with a new three-part event beginning in the pages of Archie #20. “Up until now, Archie and his pals have led fairly untroubled, normal lives,” said […]
Charlie Hunnam dismisses Green Arrow casting rumours and superhero movie roles
Earlier this year some fan art appeared online showing Pacific Rim and Sons of Anarchy star Charlie Hunnam as Oliver Queen. However, if you were hoping to see the actor taking on the role of Green Arrow in the DC Extended Universe, I’m afraid we have some bad news for you. Speaking to Yahoo Movies, […]
