File this one firmly in the rumour cabinet for the time being, but Bleeding Cool is reporting that Marvel has secretly shot four live-action shorts – including one based around the character of White Tiger – which are intended as pilots for potential Netflix shows. The site claims that the version of the White Tiger character […]
Dolph Lundgren to play villain in Arrow season 5
Some 27 years after his role as Frank Castle in 1989’s The Punisher, Dolph Lundgren is returning to the world of superheroes with a guest role in the upcoming fifth season of Arrow. “In our flashbacks in Russia — we’re set in Russia this season — we are going to be bringing in Dolph Lundgren […]
Benedict Cumberbatch says he almost missed out on Doctor Strange role, confirms Avengers: Infinity War appearance
In less than a month, Marvel Studios will unleash its latest superhero franchise as Benedict Cumberbatch takes on the role of the Sorcerer Supreme in Doctor Strange. However, speaking to Empire, the British actor has revealed that he almost missed out due to his commitments to a stage production of Hamlet. “[I] really did think I […]
Scott Derrickson reveals PG-13 rating for Doctor Strange, Avenger cameo rumoured
Scott Derrickson has taken to Twitter to reveal that Doctor Strange has received a PG-13 rating, with the director having a little fun with his tweet… https://twitter.com/scottderrickson/status/764334403317149696 In case you don’t have a mirror handy, the tweet reads: “PG-13 for kaleidoscopic galactic intensity and other dimensional psychotropic violence.” SEE ALSO: Magic in Doctor Strange will […]
The LEGO Ninjago Movie adds Justin Theroux and Olivia Munn
While the majority of the voice cast for The LEGO Ninjago Movie was revealed back in June, Warner Bros. has just brought two more actors into the mix. According to the studio, Justin Theroux and Olivia Munn have joined the cast of the film to voice characters named Garmadon and Koko, respectively. Garmadon, described as “the […]
Kevin Feige explains why Brie Larson is perfect for the role of Captain Marvel
During the San Diego Comic-Con International back in July, Marvel officially announced the newest addition to the MCU, Brie Larson, who will be taking on the role of Carol Danvers – a.k.a. Captain Marvel – for Avengers: Infinity War and the subsequent solo film, and speaking to Variety, Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige has explained […]
Kevin Feige says Captain Marvel is “by far the most powerful character we’ve ever introduced”
Earlier in the week Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige confirmed that the upcoming Captain Marvel movie will “certainly” be an origin story, and now in an interview with IGN, the producer has discussed the search for a director on the project, as well as stating that Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers is “”by far the most […]
New name added to the Captain Marvel director shortlist
A few days ago a shortlist of directors emerged for Marvel’s first female-headlined superhero movie Captain Marvel, and now it seems we may have an additional name, with Jeff Sneider stating on Meet the Movie Press that Electrick Children helmer Rebecca Thomas is also in contention. Thomas has two high-profile gigs on her upcoming slate, […]
Captain Marvel director shortlist revealed
With Brie Larson on board as Carol Danvers, Marvel is now turning its eye to directors for 2018’s Captain Marvel movie, and it seems the studio has identified three candidates to take the reins. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Niki Caro (Whale Rider), Lesli Linka Glatter (Ray Donovan) and Lorene Scafaria (Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist) […]
Captain Marvel movie will revamp Carol Danvers’ origin to avoid Green Lantern comparisons
During an appearance on the Any Time with Vin Forte Podcast, Guardians of the Galaxy screenwriter Nicole Perlman has been chatting about her next foray into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the Brie Larson-headlined Captain Marvel (which she’s co-writing with Inside Out’s Meg LeFauve). Although she wasn’t giving much away, Perlman did reveal that the 2019 […]
