Author Ernest Cline is set to hit continue on Ready Player One, with the writer revealing during a Facebook Livestream for Steven Spielberg’s upcoming movie adaptation of his cult novel that he is working on a sequel to the 2011 novel.“It’s true,” said Cline when asked about the rumours that he was working on a […]
Noah Hawley gives an update on his Doctor Doom movie following Disney’s Fox takeover
During last year’s San Diego Comic-Con, it was announced that Legion showrunner Noah Hawley would be developing a Doctor Doom movie for 20th Century Fox.Of course, circumstances have changed dramatically since then, with The Walt Disney Company agreeing a takeover of Fox’s movie and TV assets, which means that both the Fantastic Four and X-Men […]
The Flickering Myth Reaction to the Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom trailer
The Flickering Myth writing team reacts to the Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom trailer…After successfully relaunching the Jurassic Park franchise in 2016 with Jurassic World, Universal Pictures is set to take us back to Isla Nublar next summer with the J.A. Bayona-directed Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, and yesterday saw the release of the very first trailer […]
Showtime gives 10-episode order for Stephen Colbert’s Donald Trump animated series
Showtime’s President and CEO David Nevins has announced that the cable network has placed a ten-episode order for an as-yet-untitled animated comedy series from Stephen Colbert, which revolves around President Donald Trump, his family and administration. As per Showtime’s announcement, “the fresh, cutting-edge comedy will present the truish adventures of Trump’s confidants and bon vivants […]
Samuel L. Jackson to headline Old Man TV series
Deadline is reporting that Samuel L. Jackson is attached to headline Old Man, a new marquee drama from Jonathan E. Steinberg (Black Sails) and Warren Littlefield (The Handmaid’s Tale), which is based upon Edgar Award-winning author Thomas Perry’s novel The Old Man. The series will follow a widower called Dan Chase (Jackson), “an average Vermont […]
LEGO Star Wars: The Last Jedi 2018 set descriptions revealed
With the release of Star Wars: The Last Jedi fast approaching, some descriptions have arrived online for LEGO’s second wave of tie-in sets for the latest chapter of the galaxy far, far away. Hopefully we’ll get some set images soon, but check out the descriptions here courtesy of Eurobricks…75195 – Ski Speeder vs. First Order […]
Bob Odenkirk and Catherine Keener join The Incredibles 2
With a first trailer for The Incredibles 2 slated to arrive later today, The Tracking Board has revealed that Bob Odenkirk (Better Call Saul) and Catherine Keener (Get Out) have signed on to the voice cast of the Disney-Pixar sequel.The duo join the previously announced Craig T. Nelson as Mr. Incredible, Holly Hunter as Elastigirl, Samuel […]
Filming wraps on Disney’s live-action Aladdin remake
Filming has officially wrapped on Aladdin, Disney’s latest live-action remake from its animated back catalogue, with stars Mena Massoud (Aladdin) and Naomi Scott (Jasmine) taking to social media to announce that production on the Guy Ritchie-directed film is now complete. Wrap day today. What an incredible 6 months. I can honestly say I’ve enjoyed every […]
Disney’s Aladdin criticised for “browning up” white extras
As filming continues on Disney’s Aladdin, the Guy Ritchie-directed live-action adaptation has now come under fire due to reports that the production has been “browning up” extras. According to the Sunday Times (via Deadline), the film has around 500 extras on set, with 400 of the background performers from Indian, Middle Eastern, African, Medierranean or […]
HBO chief provides updates on Game of Thrones, Big Little Lies, True Detective, Deadwood and more
HBO network president Casey Bloys has been discussing the premium cable network’s upcoming slate during a presentation at the Television Critics Association press tour, providing brief updates on big shows such as Game of Thrones, Big Little Lies, True Detective and Deadwood.Firstly, Bloys clarified that 2019’s eight and final season will not serve as any […]
