Titan Comics has announced that New York Times bestselling writer Brian Wood is set to pen the all-new Robotech comic book series, which will launch in 2017. “We are excited to have the opportunity to work with Brian to expand the Robotech universe.” said Robotech’s Tommy Yune, “His bold approach to storytelling is thoughtful and […]
Michael Stuhlbarg, Scoot McNairy and more join Fargo season 3 cast
On the heels of the David Thewlis announcement, THR reports that six more actors have been added to the cast of Fargo season 3, rounding out the show’s ensemble. The new additions include Michael Stuhlbarg (A Serious Man), Scoot McNairy (Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice), Shea Whigham (Silver Linings Playbook), Karan Soni (Safety Not Guaranteed), […]
Ava DuVernay to direct A Wrinkle in Time for Disney
Having passed on the opportunity to direct Marvel’s Black Panther, Selma director Ava DuVernay has now found her next project. Entertainment Weekly revealing that the filmmaker is set to adapt Madeleine L’Engle’s 1963 time travel novel A Wrinkle in Time, working from a script by Jennifer Lee (Frozen). A Wrinkle in Time “follows the Murry […]
Michael B. Jordan to star in remake of The Thomas Crown Affair
The Thomas Crown Affair is set for a new remake courtesy of MGM, with The Hollywood Reporter revealing that Michael B. Jordan (Fantastic Four, Creed) has signed on for the title role in the project, which is being developed as a vehicle for the actor. The original movie was released in 1968 and starred Steve […]
Scream Queens’ Brianne Howey joins The Exorcist TV pilot
Fresh from her role in Scream Queens, Brianne Howey has signed on for a lead role in Fox’s upcoming reinvention of The Exorcist, where she is set to play Charlotte, “a former ballet dancer, once the golden child, she has not been the same since her terrible accident. Now depressed and anti-social, she’s closed off […]
George Clooney in development on feature adaptation of Syrian Civil Defense documentary The White Helmets
Variety is reporting that George Clooney and his Smokehouse Pictures producing partner Grant Heslov are in early development on a feature adaptation of Netflix’s documentary The White Helmets. Directed by Orlando von Einsiedel, The White Helmets tells the story of the Syrian Civil Defense (a.k.a. the White Helmets), a volunteer organisation of first responders who […]
Tommy Flanagan newest addition to Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 cast
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, which began filming a little over a week ago, has reportedly added Braveheart actor Tommy Flanagan to its recently announced cast. Heroic Hollywood first reported the rumour and claims that the actor is set to play a Ravager. The Ravagers are a group of interstellar thieves and smugglers, lead by Michael Rooker’s Yondu Udonta in […]
Stellan Skarsgard won’t appear in Thor: Ragnarok but could feature in Avengers: Infinity War
Although Marvel is yet to make an official announcement on the cast for Thor: Ragnarok, we do know of several cast members who will feature in the God of Thunder’s third solo outing. However, it looks like we can rule out an appearance from Erik Selvig, with actor Stellan Skarsgard telling Den of Geek that he’ll […]
Jonathan Frakes to play Star Lord’s father in Guardians of the Galaxy animated series
We may not know the identity of Star Lord’s father in the Marvel Cinematic Universe just yet, but we now know that the Guardians of the Galaxy animated series will be following the traditional comic book continuity. USA Today is reporting that Jonathan Frakes is set to make a guest appearance in the animated show as […]
Gods of Egypt bombs at the box office with a $14 million opening weekend
Uh-oh. Looks like those bad reviews of Gods of Egypt [read ours here] has taken its toll on the movie, as it has opened to a rather dismal $14 million. The film opened behind Deadpool (which has now crossed $600 million worldwide). This was the predicted number by industry experts, however its 13% on Rotten Tomatoes […]
