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BBC’s His Dark Materials will condense book trilogy into two seasons

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When it was announced that the BBC and HBO were to bring Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy to the small-screen, millions of fans rejoiced that the beloved story would finally receive the treatment it deserved following the lacklustre 2007 adaptation of the first book, The Golden Compass, which was cancelled following a terrible $70 […]

Marvel announces its plans for Disney’s D23 Expo

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Having unveiled its Phase Four line-up at the San Diego Comic-Con this past weekend, Marvel is now prepping for next month’s D23 Expo, and Disney has announced what fans can expect from the House of Ideas during the convention in Anaheim, California. On Saturday, August 24th, Disney promises “a behind-the-scenes look at its blockbuster collection […]

Charlie Barnett to play John Diggle Jr. in Arrow’s final season

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With the eighth and final season of Arrow fast approaching, it has been announced that Russian Doll actor Charlie Barnett has joined the DC superhero show in the series regular role of John Diggle Jr., the future adult son of John Diggle (David Ramsey) and Lyla Michaels (Audrey Marie Anderson). Appearing in the future-set flashfowards […]

Elizabeth Tulloch will return as Lois Lane for Arrowverse crossover Crisis on Infinite Earths

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The casting announcements for the Arrowverse crossover Crisis on Infinite Earths just keep coming. After the reveals over the San Diego Comic-Con weekend that Brandon Routh will reprise the role of Superman for the crossover alongside Batman’s Burt Ward making an appearance, Entertainment Weekly has announced Elizabeth Tulloch will also be returning as Lois Lane. Tulloch first appeared as […]

Sylvester Stallone says Rocky VII and a prequel TV series in the works

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Despite the fact that he announced his retirement as Rocky Balboa following the release of last year’s Creed II, it looks like Sylvester Stallone is keen on another outing as the Italian Stallion. Speaking to Variety, Stallone has revealed that he is currently working on another Rocky movie – that’s Rocky VII, as opposed to […]

Damon Lindelof responds to Alan Moore’s displeasure over HBO’s Watchmen with a respectful “f*ck you”

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Damon Lindelof doesn’t mind that Watchmen co-creator Alan Moore isn’t a fan of the HBO adaptation. Watchmen is one of the most beloved comic-book runs in history and co-creator Alan Moore isn’t a big fan of people adapting his work for the screen. The Wrap reports that at a TCA Q&A, HBO’s Casey Bloys was […]

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy being developed as a TV series for Hulu

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Douglas Adams’ seminal sci-fi comedy novel series The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is getting another adaptation, this time over at Hulu. Deadline reports the series is being developed by Carlton Cuse (Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan) and Jason Fuchs (Wonder Woman). The series will be produced by ABC Signature, the streaming division of ABC Studios where Cuse […]

First trailer and posters for Why Women Kill featuring Lucy Liu, Ginnifer Goodwin and Kirby Howell-Baptiste

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Ahead of its premiere next month, a trailer and character posters for CBS’ dark comedy series Why Women Kill which follows the lives of three women from different decades – Lucy Liu, Ginnifer Goodwin, and Kirby Howell-Baptiste – who are each dealing with infidelity in their relationships; take a look here… WHY WOMEN KILL details […]

Star Trek: Short Treks trailer sees the return of Pike, Spock, Number One, and the Tribbles

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During this weekend’s Star Trek panel at the San Diego Comic-Con International, CBS All Access has announced six new episodes of its Star Trek: Short Treks series, three of which will revolve around the original crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise and see the return of Pike (Anson Mount), Number One (Rebecca Romijn) and Spock (Ethan […]