Lionsgate has launched the first official trailer for J. J. Perry's upcoming action comedy The Killer's Game, which is every bit as bloody as you'd expect as we see Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy; Dune; Blade Runner 2049) step into the shoes of an assassin who must survive the aftereffects of a hit he put out on himself.
As per the synopsis, "when top hitman Joe Flood (Dave Bautista) is diagnosed with a terminal illness, he decides to take matters into his own hands – by taking a hit out on himself. But when the very hitmen he hired also target his ex-girlfriend (Sofia Boutella) , he must fend off an army of assassin colleagues and win back the love of his life before it’s too late."
The film is based on Jay Bonansinga's 1997 novel of the same name and, based on the trailer, doesn't look like it'll...
As per the synopsis, "when top hitman Joe Flood (Dave Bautista) is diagnosed with a terminal illness, he decides to take matters into his own hands – by taking a hit out on himself. But when the very hitmen he hired also target his ex-girlfriend (Sofia Boutella) , he must fend off an army of assassin colleagues and win back the love of his life before it’s too late."
The film is based on Jay Bonansinga's 1997 novel of the same name and, based on the trailer, doesn't look like it'll...
- 6/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Robert Downey Jr. is one of the biggest stars in Hollywood working today. His cinematic glory was further complemented as the actor came fresh out of the 2024 Academy Awards claiming his first Oscars after being nominated three times. Of course, his recent performance in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer is one of the best of his career but the credit to the actor will forever shine with golden words as he revolutionized the industry with his Iron Man role.
Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man in The Avengers. Credit: Marvel Studios
Downey had his fair share of ups and downs but the actor almost lost the vision of his future as he was found to have indulged in some wrongdoing which even put him in jail. But the actor bounced back and with his return, he made the foundation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe a solid base which is now one...
Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man in The Avengers. Credit: Marvel Studios
Downey had his fair share of ups and downs but the actor almost lost the vision of his future as he was found to have indulged in some wrongdoing which even put him in jail. But the actor bounced back and with his return, he made the foundation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe a solid base which is now one...
- 6/5/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
It was the year 1989 when veteran actor Robert Downey Jr. portrayed the role of Alex Finch in a forgotten movie titled Chances Are. Chances are, you probably haven’t heard of this film but for Rdj, the role of Finch was the most accessible role that he had ever portrayed, until Iron Man came along.
Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man in the MCU | Marvel Studios
From being a person in jail to an Oscar-winning actor in 2024, Downey Jr.’s life has been incredible over all these years. Taking a look back at what he has achieved over the years, Downey Jr. revealed that his forgotten film Chances Are stands right near the top!
Robert Downey Jr. And A Forgotten Film From 1989
Well, no offense to Mr. Downey Jr., but back in 1989, he wasn’t as famous compared to the present. Hence, starring alongside Cybill Shephard and Ryan O’Neal, the...
Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man in the MCU | Marvel Studios
From being a person in jail to an Oscar-winning actor in 2024, Downey Jr.’s life has been incredible over all these years. Taking a look back at what he has achieved over the years, Downey Jr. revealed that his forgotten film Chances Are stands right near the top!
Robert Downey Jr. And A Forgotten Film From 1989
Well, no offense to Mr. Downey Jr., but back in 1989, he wasn’t as famous compared to the present. Hence, starring alongside Cybill Shephard and Ryan O’Neal, the...
- 6/5/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Evangeline Lilly’s acting career has spanned 22 years, and in this period, she has worked in films like Real Steel, Crisis, The Hobbit, and many more films. However, her most iconic role would be that of Hope Van Dyne, which she has been portraying in Paul Rudd’s Ant-Man trilogy and Avengers: Endgame.
Evangeline Lilly. Credits: Gage Skidmore/ Wikimedia Commons
The role has not only earned her fame and love from fans around the world but also made her a critically praised name in the MCU. But what’s more surprising is that even though she has worked in four Marvel films, she has a remarkably modest net value compared to her peers.
Sadly, after entertaining movie enthusiasts for so many years, she has decided to step away from it all to follow her dharma.
Evangeline Lilly Steps Away From Acting With A Low Net Worth
Starting her acting career...
Evangeline Lilly. Credits: Gage Skidmore/ Wikimedia Commons
The role has not only earned her fame and love from fans around the world but also made her a critically praised name in the MCU. But what’s more surprising is that even though she has worked in four Marvel films, she has a remarkably modest net value compared to her peers.
Sadly, after entertaining movie enthusiasts for so many years, she has decided to step away from it all to follow her dharma.
Evangeline Lilly Steps Away From Acting With A Low Net Worth
Starting her acting career...
- 6/5/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Robert Downey Jr. has cemented a strong legacy who literally rose from rock-bottom to gain worldwide fame with his Iron Man role in the MCU. Apart from his superhero role, he continued showcasing his versatile acting skills in different projects ranging from comedy to drama. Although his acting prowess is enough to convince you that his personality is what his character shows on-screen, in reality, he’s quite a goofy one.
Robert Downey Jr as Roger Baron in True Believer | Columbia Pictures
While his off-screen persona is more of a chirpy one, it would surprise many that the Oscar winner once received a weird nickname from his co-star after he acted too “preppy” on set.
Robert Downey Jr. Recounted His Story on Getting Weird Nickname
In a 2013 interview with Interview Magazine, the Oppenheimer actor reflected on his acting journey in Hollywood which started way before the Iron Man saga. He...
Robert Downey Jr as Roger Baron in True Believer | Columbia Pictures
While his off-screen persona is more of a chirpy one, it would surprise many that the Oscar winner once received a weird nickname from his co-star after he acted too “preppy” on set.
Robert Downey Jr. Recounted His Story on Getting Weird Nickname
In a 2013 interview with Interview Magazine, the Oppenheimer actor reflected on his acting journey in Hollywood which started way before the Iron Man saga. He...
- 6/5/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
The gaming community is a very vibrant and diverse place. They are known for their passion and fellowship among players. In particular, communities like Destiny 2 are recognized for their unwavering dedication and heartfelt gestures for fellow members and the game itself.
One touching gesture occurred in Destiny 2 after the community heard the news of Lance Reddick’s passing. After that, the players went to the Tower, a central hub in the game, to honor his memory in a unique and heartfelt way.
Tribute to Lance Reddick in Destiny 2
The community came together to pay tribute on Reddick’s death anniversary. | Bungie’s Destiny 2
For many players, the characters in Destiny 2 are more than avatars, they are characters who are part of their journey. One of those well-known and beloved characters was Commander Zavala, voiced by Lance Reddick. He was a true leader since the beginning of the game and gained...
One touching gesture occurred in Destiny 2 after the community heard the news of Lance Reddick’s passing. After that, the players went to the Tower, a central hub in the game, to honor his memory in a unique and heartfelt way.
Tribute to Lance Reddick in Destiny 2
The community came together to pay tribute on Reddick’s death anniversary. | Bungie’s Destiny 2
For many players, the characters in Destiny 2 are more than avatars, they are characters who are part of their journey. One of those well-known and beloved characters was Commander Zavala, voiced by Lance Reddick. He was a true leader since the beginning of the game and gained...
- 6/5/2024
- by Shubham Chaurasia
- FandomWire
Greatness in writing comes in different forms, and two shining examples of this virtue are prolific authors Stephen King and George R.R. Martin. While King is popularly known as the ‘King of Horror’ for his masterful depiction of narratives in the genre like The Shining, Martin is the bonafide genius of fantasy with Game Of Thrones.
George R.R. Martin and Stephen King
The first part of the Tales of Dunk and Egg trilogy is The Hedge Knight which is set between the events in House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones, and has been given the green flag by HBO (via Variety) to be developed into a series.
Suggested“…the Shadow of the Erdtree is yet another part…”: George R. R. Martin’s Elden Ring Writings are So Vast Individual ‘parts’ Inspired Shadow of the Erdtree and the Main Game. How Much is Being Kept From Us?...
George R.R. Martin and Stephen King
The first part of the Tales of Dunk and Egg trilogy is The Hedge Knight which is set between the events in House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones, and has been given the green flag by HBO (via Variety) to be developed into a series.
Suggested“…the Shadow of the Erdtree is yet another part…”: George R. R. Martin’s Elden Ring Writings are So Vast Individual ‘parts’ Inspired Shadow of the Erdtree and the Main Game. How Much is Being Kept From Us?...
- 6/5/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Josh Brolin is an incredible actor who has graced several movies with his extraordinary talent and genius. Part of several acclaimed cult classics along with being a beloved Marvel star, Brolin still is underrated despite being in the industry for decades.
Josh Brolin | Credit: Siebbi/Wikimedia Commons.
However, before he broke into the mainstream, way before his popular portrayal of Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the actor was just another broke actor. In a recent interview, Brolin got candid and revealed how a paycheck from Ridley Scott’s American Gangster saved his career.
Josh Brolin Reveals American Gangster Saved Him From Ruin
Josh Brolin in American Gangster | Paramount Pictures
Josh Brolin is an incredibly versatile actor, who can seamlessly transition between roles, from the brooding intensity of his portrayal of Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to his deeply human performances in dramas. Known for movies like Deadpool 2,...
Josh Brolin | Credit: Siebbi/Wikimedia Commons.
However, before he broke into the mainstream, way before his popular portrayal of Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the actor was just another broke actor. In a recent interview, Brolin got candid and revealed how a paycheck from Ridley Scott’s American Gangster saved his career.
Josh Brolin Reveals American Gangster Saved Him From Ruin
Josh Brolin in American Gangster | Paramount Pictures
Josh Brolin is an incredibly versatile actor, who can seamlessly transition between roles, from the brooding intensity of his portrayal of Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to his deeply human performances in dramas. Known for movies like Deadpool 2,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Avengers, re-assemble!
Variety has reported that Shawn Levy, reliable director of “Night at the Museum,” “Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian,” and “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb” is “in the mix” to helm the next “Avengers” superhero team-up for Marvel. In late July, his promised-to-be-potty-mouthed R-rated “Deadpool & Wolverine” will hit theaters and, clearly, Marvel’s leader, Kevin Feige, liked what he saw.
Marvel is in desperate need of a course correction after some wobbly entries like “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” “The Marvels,” and “Thor: Love and Thunder.” There was once a time when the Marvel opening logo was enough to print money and create cultural resonance, but those days have begun to wane, due in part to a glut of Disney+ streaming shows and the fact that “Avengers: Endgame” really did seem like a nice place to end the story. The word “end...
Variety has reported that Shawn Levy, reliable director of “Night at the Museum,” “Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian,” and “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb” is “in the mix” to helm the next “Avengers” superhero team-up for Marvel. In late July, his promised-to-be-potty-mouthed R-rated “Deadpool & Wolverine” will hit theaters and, clearly, Marvel’s leader, Kevin Feige, liked what he saw.
Marvel is in desperate need of a course correction after some wobbly entries like “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” “The Marvels,” and “Thor: Love and Thunder.” There was once a time when the Marvel opening logo was enough to print money and create cultural resonance, but those days have begun to wane, due in part to a glut of Disney+ streaming shows and the fact that “Avengers: Endgame” really did seem like a nice place to end the story. The word “end...
- 6/5/2024
- by Jordan Hoffman
- Gold Derby
Defining a major turning point in his career, Robert Downey Jr immortalized himself in popular culture with his portrayal of Iron Man in the 2008 flick that kick-started the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the first place. The character gained unanimous love from fans thanks to his charisma, genius-level intellect, and most importantly, the several suits that he built, improving each one after learning from his mistakes.
Iron Man and War Machine in a still from Iron Man 2 | Marvel Entertainment
Over the years, as Tony Stark upgraded his tech and armor, Marvel Studios also evolved from a mix of practical and CGI shots at the start to nearly fully digitally rendered suits. Ironically, with each year of improvements in graphics, the suits began losing a major chunk of their realism, culminating in divisive outings in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. However, one iteration among all the suits’ appearances on-screen takes...
Iron Man and War Machine in a still from Iron Man 2 | Marvel Entertainment
Over the years, as Tony Stark upgraded his tech and armor, Marvel Studios also evolved from a mix of practical and CGI shots at the start to nearly fully digitally rendered suits. Ironically, with each year of improvements in graphics, the suits began losing a major chunk of their realism, culminating in divisive outings in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. However, one iteration among all the suits’ appearances on-screen takes...
- 6/5/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Lost star-turned-Marvel superhero Evangeline Lilly is calling it quits: The actress announced Monday that she is “stepping away” from acting… at least for now.
“I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision,” she captioned on Instagram alongside a video from 2006 where she’s seen sharing her dreams for the future. “Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings. Stepping away from what seems like the obvious choice (wealth and fame) can feel scary at times, but stepping into your dharma replaces the fear with fulfillment. I might return to Hollywood one day,...
“I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision,” she captioned on Instagram alongside a video from 2006 where she’s seen sharing her dreams for the future. “Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings. Stepping away from what seems like the obvious choice (wealth and fame) can feel scary at times, but stepping into your dharma replaces the fear with fulfillment. I might return to Hollywood one day,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
Chris Hemsworth may have earned global recognition as an actor through his performance as Thor Odinson in projects from the MCU, but that isn’t the only franchise that has established a fairly respectable future for him in the industry.
While his other projects are one thing, the mastermind Avengers: Endgame helmers seem to have complete faith in one other of Hemsworth’s saga.
Chris Hemsworth in Ragnarok. | Credit: Marvel Entertainment
This one franchise is his superhit Extraction action saga, and Joe and Anthony Russo, who were the genius brains behind the 2019 masterpiece from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, are already backing up that franchise.
But that’s not all, because Joe and Anthony Russo have even more on their mind about their next projects that would be focused on “original storytelling”!
Avengers: Endgame Directors Have Big Plans for Chris Hemsworth’s Extraction Saga
Back in 2020, fans received something extraordinary after...
While his other projects are one thing, the mastermind Avengers: Endgame helmers seem to have complete faith in one other of Hemsworth’s saga.
Chris Hemsworth in Ragnarok. | Credit: Marvel Entertainment
This one franchise is his superhit Extraction action saga, and Joe and Anthony Russo, who were the genius brains behind the 2019 masterpiece from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, are already backing up that franchise.
But that’s not all, because Joe and Anthony Russo have even more on their mind about their next projects that would be focused on “original storytelling”!
Avengers: Endgame Directors Have Big Plans for Chris Hemsworth’s Extraction Saga
Back in 2020, fans received something extraordinary after...
- 6/5/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
“The Truth is… I Am Iron Man”. The iconic line for Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark kick-started the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the first Iron Man movie back in 2008. Ever since the franchise evolved and expanded beyond comprehension and currently stands as one of the most star-studded ones in Hollywood. However, the biggest pull and win for this new connected universe truly came with 2012’s The Avengers and its subsequent iterations.
A screen-grab of the original six Avengers from The Avengers (2012) | Marvel Entertainment
In the span of its first decade or so of existence, its Infinity Saga, as termed officially, featured four Avengers movies including the whopping acclaimed cinematic experience of Avengers: Endgame. The next five years, unfortunately, have settled for a dry spell of any major crossover of that level, barring Spider-Man: No Way Home. Amid all of this, the latest scoop may rather hint at further disappointment despite its positive nature,...
A screen-grab of the original six Avengers from The Avengers (2012) | Marvel Entertainment
In the span of its first decade or so of existence, its Infinity Saga, as termed officially, featured four Avengers movies including the whopping acclaimed cinematic experience of Avengers: Endgame. The next five years, unfortunately, have settled for a dry spell of any major crossover of that level, barring Spider-Man: No Way Home. Amid all of this, the latest scoop may rather hint at further disappointment despite its positive nature,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Will the Original Avengers Assemble Again? Jeremy Renner Reacts to Potential Reunion(Photo Credit –Instagram)
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has not been the same since the departure of the original Avengers in Avengers: Endgame (2019). While the franchise continued with new and young heroes, ardent fans believe that it has lost its plot and are eager to see the Og heroes back on screen.
Jeremy Renner, who played one of the founding Avengers, Hawkeye, in a number of MCU films, has now expressed his thoughts on a possible reunion, revealing that he would love to work with everyone again.
Jeremy Renner is Up for an Avengers Reunion
Jeremy Renner recently appeared on Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad Confused podcast to talk about the new season of his Paramount+ show, Mayor of Kingstown. During the interview, the host asked him about a potential reunion of the original Avengers. To this, Jeremy replied...
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has not been the same since the departure of the original Avengers in Avengers: Endgame (2019). While the franchise continued with new and young heroes, ardent fans believe that it has lost its plot and are eager to see the Og heroes back on screen.
Jeremy Renner, who played one of the founding Avengers, Hawkeye, in a number of MCU films, has now expressed his thoughts on a possible reunion, revealing that he would love to work with everyone again.
Jeremy Renner is Up for an Avengers Reunion
Jeremy Renner recently appeared on Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad Confused podcast to talk about the new season of his Paramount+ show, Mayor of Kingstown. During the interview, the host asked him about a potential reunion of the original Avengers. To this, Jeremy replied...
- 6/5/2024
- by Jashandeep Singh
- KoiMoi
Marvel Star Evangeline Lilly Announces Retirement From Acting(Photo Credit –Instagram)
Marvel star Evangeline Lily has made a disappointing announcement about her career. She took to her social media to make the announcement. She has also been part of the MCU and The Hobbit franchise. Her acting career began over two decades ago, and now, with this decision of hers, the fans are upset about it yet they wish for the best for the actress. Scroll below for more.
The Ant-Man actress came into showbiz after being discovered by a Ford Modelling Agency agent. She gained recognition with her role in the series Lost, which ran for six seasons. Her fame increased after she appeared in the critically acclaimed The Hurt Locker. In 2011, she did Real Steel opposite Hugh Jackman, and when the latter reportedly offered her a role in the X-Men franchise, Lily turned it down as she wasn’t into superhero films.
Marvel star Evangeline Lily has made a disappointing announcement about her career. She took to her social media to make the announcement. She has also been part of the MCU and The Hobbit franchise. Her acting career began over two decades ago, and now, with this decision of hers, the fans are upset about it yet they wish for the best for the actress. Scroll below for more.
The Ant-Man actress came into showbiz after being discovered by a Ford Modelling Agency agent. She gained recognition with her role in the series Lost, which ran for six seasons. Her fame increased after she appeared in the critically acclaimed The Hurt Locker. In 2011, she did Real Steel opposite Hugh Jackman, and when the latter reportedly offered her a role in the X-Men franchise, Lily turned it down as she wasn’t into superhero films.
- 6/5/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Exclusive: As Deadpool & Wolverine tracks huge ahead of its July 26 release and looms as a summer box office savior, we can reveal that director Shawn Levy is the top choice and is having early conversations to direct another Marvel Studios pic — the next Avengers movie.
Deadline hears that Levy has been given the latest script by Michael Waldron, though sources add that he has not given an answer on whether he will take the job, and the studio is still planning to meet with other directors while they wait on a decision from him.
Marvel Studios could not be reached for comment.
We can’t say for sure that Levy will take the job; he expects to be heavily involved as a director and executive producer of the final season of Netflix’s signature series Stranger Things, and there is also a Star Wars film in his future. Still,...
Deadline hears that Levy has been given the latest script by Michael Waldron, though sources add that he has not given an answer on whether he will take the job, and the studio is still planning to meet with other directors while they wait on a decision from him.
Marvel Studios could not be reached for comment.
We can’t say for sure that Levy will take the job; he expects to be heavily involved as a director and executive producer of the final season of Netflix’s signature series Stranger Things, and there is also a Star Wars film in his future. Still,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr and Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Lost and Marvel Cinematic Universe actress Evangeline Lilly is “stepping away” from Hollywood to live out her vision of early retirement. The 44-year-old film and television star is excited to embrace a new chapter of her life. However, she says she might return to Hollywood one day if the right opportunity comes calling.
Lilly announced her departure from the limelight via Instagram, saying she’s joyful about her decision and feels like she’s exactly where she belongs. The post includes 20-year-old footage of Lilly saying she’d like to retire at a young age and a video of the great Maya Angelou articulating the act of moving on from something you love to do something more fulfilling with the time you have left.
“I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision,” Lilly wrote to her fans on Instagram. “Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings.
Lilly announced her departure from the limelight via Instagram, saying she’s joyful about her decision and feels like she’s exactly where she belongs. The post includes 20-year-old footage of Lilly saying she’d like to retire at a young age and a video of the great Maya Angelou articulating the act of moving on from something you love to do something more fulfilling with the time you have left.
“I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision,” Lilly wrote to her fans on Instagram. “Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings.
- 6/4/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Evangeline Lilly announced on Instagram that she has stepped away from Hollywood for the foreseeable future and “might return one day.” Lilly, best known for playing Kate Austen in ABC’s drama series “Lost,” re-shared a video recorded in 2006 in which she expressed her desire to be a “retired actress” by the next decade.
“Ten years from now, where would I like to be? I am terrified to admit this to the rest of the acting world but ideally 10 years from now I’d like to be a retired actress and have a family,” Lilly said in the video. “I’d like to be writing and influencing people’s lives in humanitarian ways.”
In her caption to the video posted June 3, 2024, Lily writes: “I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision. Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings. Stepping away from...
“Ten years from now, where would I like to be? I am terrified to admit this to the rest of the acting world but ideally 10 years from now I’d like to be a retired actress and have a family,” Lilly said in the video. “I’d like to be writing and influencing people’s lives in humanitarian ways.”
In her caption to the video posted June 3, 2024, Lily writes: “I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision. Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings. Stepping away from...
- 6/4/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Disney has long been one of the strongest entertainment companies that brought unique content to its fans. It is also the hub of Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar franchises. However, fans have noticed a massive downfall in the content the franchises are presenting us, leaving us skeptical about its future.
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi | LucasFilm
As the franchises struggle with their underwhelming content, it sparks considerable debate among fans and critics, connecting its poor performance with the House of Mouse.
Fans Discuss the Recent Downfall of Marvel and Star Wars
Disney has faced considerable turmoil after a series of big-budget projects failed to capture audiences’ attention across both the Pixar and live-action franchises like Marvel Studios and Star Wars.
“They could have had us for free”: Disney’s Costliest Mistake Made Them Cough Up $7 Billion That They Could Have Bought for Peanuts from George Lucas
What was...
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi | LucasFilm
As the franchises struggle with their underwhelming content, it sparks considerable debate among fans and critics, connecting its poor performance with the House of Mouse.
Fans Discuss the Recent Downfall of Marvel and Star Wars
Disney has faced considerable turmoil after a series of big-budget projects failed to capture audiences’ attention across both the Pixar and live-action franchises like Marvel Studios and Star Wars.
“They could have had us for free”: Disney’s Costliest Mistake Made Them Cough Up $7 Billion That They Could Have Bought for Peanuts from George Lucas
What was...
- 6/4/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
It looks like Will Smith is finally in the “redemption arc” of his life all thanks to Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah’s Bad Boys: Ride or Die which marks the fourth installment in the Bad Boys franchise. Martin Lawrence and Will Smith will be reprising their roles as Marcus and Mike and we honestly cannot wait to see their chemistry on-screen once again.
Bad Boys for Life (2020) | Columbia Pictures
It’s a known fact that sequels often end up disappointing the viewers who come in with a ton of hope. However, Bad Boys: Ride or Die has proven that there are always exceptions to the rule. Those who attended the early screenings of the film have had nothing but praise for the film and are counting it among one of the best action movies released in the last few years.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die Receives Unending Praise...
Bad Boys for Life (2020) | Columbia Pictures
It’s a known fact that sequels often end up disappointing the viewers who come in with a ton of hope. However, Bad Boys: Ride or Die has proven that there are always exceptions to the rule. Those who attended the early screenings of the film have had nothing but praise for the film and are counting it among one of the best action movies released in the last few years.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die Receives Unending Praise...
- 6/4/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
With a career spanning nearly half a century, Paul Newman has starred in some truly memorable films including Cool Hand Luke and The Hustler. The late actor left a lasting impression with his work and continues to be celebrated as one of the finest talents in the industry.
Paul Newman | Credit: Bettmann Archive via Wikimedia Commons
And the finest star also had some of the finest possessions, whose worth could easily eclipse that of the biggest Hollywood stars. One such exclusive thing in the late actor’s collection included a Rolex Daytona, which has been reported to be more valuable than the earnings of some Avengers: Endgame cast members.
Paul Newman’s Exclusive Rolex Daytona Watch is Worth Over $20 Million
The iconic Hollywood star who passed away at 83 after battling lung cancer for months, Paul Newman had interests that extended far beyond acting. In addition to his illustrious acting career,...
Paul Newman | Credit: Bettmann Archive via Wikimedia Commons
And the finest star also had some of the finest possessions, whose worth could easily eclipse that of the biggest Hollywood stars. One such exclusive thing in the late actor’s collection included a Rolex Daytona, which has been reported to be more valuable than the earnings of some Avengers: Endgame cast members.
Paul Newman’s Exclusive Rolex Daytona Watch is Worth Over $20 Million
The iconic Hollywood star who passed away at 83 after battling lung cancer for months, Paul Newman had interests that extended far beyond acting. In addition to his illustrious acting career,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
It appears Evangeline Lilly's time as The Wasp in the MCU has reached its end.
The actress has just shared a post on Instagram confirming that she plans to "[step] away" from Hollywood for the foreseeable future. In that, Lilly included a 2006 video which saw her talk about future aspirations, including retiring from acting to start a family and focus on humanitarian work.
Now, it appears she's making that dream come true.
"I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision. Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings," Lilly captioned the post. "Stepping away from what seems like the obvious choice (wealth and fame) can feel scary at times, but stepping into your dharma replaces the fear with fulfillment."
"I might return to Hollywood one day, but, for now, this is where I belong."
Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania received largely negative reviews,...
The actress has just shared a post on Instagram confirming that she plans to "[step] away" from Hollywood for the foreseeable future. In that, Lilly included a 2006 video which saw her talk about future aspirations, including retiring from acting to start a family and focus on humanitarian work.
Now, it appears she's making that dream come true.
"I am so filled with joy and contentment today as I live out my vision. Praise God, I feel so grateful for my blessings," Lilly captioned the post. "Stepping away from what seems like the obvious choice (wealth and fame) can feel scary at times, but stepping into your dharma replaces the fear with fulfillment."
"I might return to Hollywood one day, but, for now, this is where I belong."
Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania received largely negative reviews,...
- 6/4/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Light and Darkness saga that Destiny once began is finally, after a very long time, reaching its climactic finale. Throughout this past year, anticipation for The Final Shape expansion has continued to grow to a fever pitch, and it checks out too, given how it marks the end of a narrative that began spinning into existence over a decade ago.
Interestingly enough, some fans have begun comparing Destiny 2 and Marvel’s Cinematic Universe. You may be surprised to know, however, that the comparison isn’t limited to the grandiosity of the events—no, it goes far deeper than expected.
Similar to the MCU, Destiny 2’s Finale Is Nearly Inaccessible to Newcomers The allure of Destiny 2 to newcomers is stronger than ever, thanks to The Final Shape.
Since the release of the first Destiny, the franchise has evolved into a profoundly intricate looter shooter, all thanks to its significant number of expansions and seasonal events.
Interestingly enough, some fans have begun comparing Destiny 2 and Marvel’s Cinematic Universe. You may be surprised to know, however, that the comparison isn’t limited to the grandiosity of the events—no, it goes far deeper than expected.
Similar to the MCU, Destiny 2’s Finale Is Nearly Inaccessible to Newcomers The allure of Destiny 2 to newcomers is stronger than ever, thanks to The Final Shape.
Since the release of the first Destiny, the franchise has evolved into a profoundly intricate looter shooter, all thanks to its significant number of expansions and seasonal events.
- 6/4/2024
- by Akshit Dangi
- FandomWire
Way back in 2019, Avengers: Endgame handed over the mantle of Captain America to Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson. Two years later, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier made the point canon and established the hero firmly into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which canonically was flaring up in tensions owing to the sudden re-emergence of the population that vanished and returned leading to mass displacement and worldwide chaos.
Anthony Mackie taking over as Captain America in Avengers: Endgame | Marvel Entertainment
To address the issue in depth as well as mark the first big-screen debut of the new Captain, Marvel Studios announced in 2022 a new movie titled Captain America: Brave New World, the fourth installment in the franchise. However, only little headway in terms of actual production made progress, marred by cast and storyline changes as well as the rechristening to Captain America: Brave New World. To add to the woes, a...
Anthony Mackie taking over as Captain America in Avengers: Endgame | Marvel Entertainment
To address the issue in depth as well as mark the first big-screen debut of the new Captain, Marvel Studios announced in 2022 a new movie titled Captain America: Brave New World, the fourth installment in the franchise. However, only little headway in terms of actual production made progress, marred by cast and storyline changes as well as the rechristening to Captain America: Brave New World. To add to the woes, a...
- 6/4/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Robert Downey Jr. is "surprisingly open-minded" to a return as Iron Man.The 59-year-old actor played the superhero for more than a decade in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and would consider a comeback as the character because the role is in his "DNA".In conversation with Jodie Foster for Variety's Actors on Actors series, Robert said about putting on Iron Man's suit again: "It's just crazily in my DNA. Probably the most like-me character I've ever played, even though he's way cooler than I am. I've become surprisingly open-minded to the idea."It is not the first time that Robert has discussed coming back as Iron Man as he revealed earlier this year that he would "happily" play the role again even though the character was killed off in the 2019 movie 'Avengers: Endgame'.Downey Jr. told Esquire magazine in April: "It’s too integral a part of my DNA.
- 6/4/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Robert Downey Jr. Admits He's 'Surprisingly Open-Minded' for MCU Return - Main Image
Robert Downey Jr. recently admitted that he's been "surprisingly open" with the idea of making his MCU return and reprising his iconic role of Tony Stark.
As we're getting closer to the release of Avengers: Secret Wars, fans have been speculating whether the Oscar winner will have his grand comeback in the upcoming MCU film to don the Iron Man suit again one last time.
So far, Marvel Studios has confirmed any plans to bring back Downey in the MCU, but Kevin Feige has insisted that Tony Stark's iconic death scene in Avengers: Endgame will remain permanent.
Robert Downey Jr. Comments on Potential MCU Return
In a recent conversation with Jodie Foster, Downey opened up about his potential return as Tony Stark when he was asked whether he is open to don the suit again.
He revealed...
Robert Downey Jr. recently admitted that he's been "surprisingly open" with the idea of making his MCU return and reprising his iconic role of Tony Stark.
As we're getting closer to the release of Avengers: Secret Wars, fans have been speculating whether the Oscar winner will have his grand comeback in the upcoming MCU film to don the Iron Man suit again one last time.
So far, Marvel Studios has confirmed any plans to bring back Downey in the MCU, but Kevin Feige has insisted that Tony Stark's iconic death scene in Avengers: Endgame will remain permanent.
Robert Downey Jr. Comments on Potential MCU Return
In a recent conversation with Jodie Foster, Downey opened up about his potential return as Tony Stark when he was asked whether he is open to don the suit again.
He revealed...
- 6/4/2024
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Robert Downey Jr Weighs In On Potential Return Of Iron Man. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
It’s been nearly five years since Robert Downey suited up as Iron Man. The gap might seem relatively small in human years, but it’s astronomical in Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) years, considering they dole out a superhero movie/series every fortnight.
Robert Downey Jr. has portrayed the iconic character for over a decade and has endeared himself to fans worldwide. So, it was unsurprising that the character’s death in the third act of Avengers: Endgame left fans heartbroken. The devastation was exacerbated by the stark reality that they might never see Robert Downey Jr. play Tony Stark, aka Iron Man.
In the ensuing years since he departed from the MCU universe, whispers about his return have often sent fans into a tizzy. So, the recent news alluding to the possibility of Robert Downey Jr.
It’s been nearly five years since Robert Downey suited up as Iron Man. The gap might seem relatively small in human years, but it’s astronomical in Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) years, considering they dole out a superhero movie/series every fortnight.
Robert Downey Jr. has portrayed the iconic character for over a decade and has endeared himself to fans worldwide. So, it was unsurprising that the character’s death in the third act of Avengers: Endgame left fans heartbroken. The devastation was exacerbated by the stark reality that they might never see Robert Downey Jr. play Tony Stark, aka Iron Man.
In the ensuing years since he departed from the MCU universe, whispers about his return have often sent fans into a tizzy. So, the recent news alluding to the possibility of Robert Downey Jr.
- 6/4/2024
- by Anushree Madappa
- KoiMoi
Get Out, Us and Nope director Jordan Peele has had a meeting with Marvel about making a franchise movie according to a new report.
Ever since his wildly successful 2017 filmmaking debut, Get Out, writer-director-producer Jordan Peele has been known for making original, darkly imaginative genre movies. To date, he’s managed to avoid the gravitational pull of the kinds of major franchises that tend to suck in filmmakers and keep them busy for years on end.
According to a new report, however, there’s an outside chance that Peele might eventually direct a Marvel movie. As picked up by World of Reel, Hollywood journo Jeff Sneider mentions in his latest newsletter that Peele recently took a meeting with Marvel to discuss the possibility of directing one of its films.
That’s not much to go on, admittedly, given that filmmakers have meetings all the time. That a filmmaker of Peele...
Ever since his wildly successful 2017 filmmaking debut, Get Out, writer-director-producer Jordan Peele has been known for making original, darkly imaginative genre movies. To date, he’s managed to avoid the gravitational pull of the kinds of major franchises that tend to suck in filmmakers and keep them busy for years on end.
According to a new report, however, there’s an outside chance that Peele might eventually direct a Marvel movie. As picked up by World of Reel, Hollywood journo Jeff Sneider mentions in his latest newsletter that Peele recently took a meeting with Marvel to discuss the possibility of directing one of its films.
That’s not much to go on, admittedly, given that filmmakers have meetings all the time. That a filmmaker of Peele...
- 6/4/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Robert Downey Jr. led the Avengers in the Infinity Saga as Tony Stark/ Iron Man for a decade. Following his introduction in Iron Man, he slowly assembled the original six Avengers with the help of Samuel L. Jackson’s Nick Fury. Captain America, Thor, Black Widow, Hulk, Hawkeye, and Iron Man would assemble for the first time in 2012’s The Avengers.
Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark/ Iron Man in Avengers: Endgame | Marvel Studios
Giving closures to these six members was one of the major plotlines of 2019’s Avengers: Endgame. Since then, Iron Man and Black Widow sacrificed themselves for the greater good, while Hulk, Thor, and Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye have gone on their own adventures post-Endgame. With audiences clamoring for a reunion of them in some way, Renner really wants it to happen down the line.
After Robert Downey Jr., Jeremy Renner Wants To Return as Hawkeye in...
Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark/ Iron Man in Avengers: Endgame | Marvel Studios
Giving closures to these six members was one of the major plotlines of 2019’s Avengers: Endgame. Since then, Iron Man and Black Widow sacrificed themselves for the greater good, while Hulk, Thor, and Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye have gone on their own adventures post-Endgame. With audiences clamoring for a reunion of them in some way, Renner really wants it to happen down the line.
After Robert Downey Jr., Jeremy Renner Wants To Return as Hawkeye in...
- 6/4/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Robert Downey Jr. set the tone for the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe with his portrayal of Tony Stark/Iron Man, but after more than a decade, the actor bid farewell to the role in Avengers: Endgame. While it may seem like Downey Jr. has moved on from Marvel, he has been more vocal about his willingness to return over the last year.
While speaking with Jodie Foster for Variety’s Actors on Actors, Downey Jr. said he was “surprisingly open-minded” to returning as Tony Stark. “It’s just crazily in my DNA. Probably the most like-me character I’ve ever played, even though he’s way cooler than I am,” he said. “I’ve become surprisingly open-minded to the idea. Between ‘Nyad’ and [‘Night Country’] and, for me, ‘Oppenheimer’ and then ‘Sympathizer,’ it really is crazy because we look pretty good. I was actually looking at the stills we were taking, making...
While speaking with Jodie Foster for Variety’s Actors on Actors, Downey Jr. said he was “surprisingly open-minded” to returning as Tony Stark. “It’s just crazily in my DNA. Probably the most like-me character I’ve ever played, even though he’s way cooler than I am,” he said. “I’ve become surprisingly open-minded to the idea. Between ‘Nyad’ and [‘Night Country’] and, for me, ‘Oppenheimer’ and then ‘Sympathizer,’ it really is crazy because we look pretty good. I was actually looking at the stills we were taking, making...
- 6/3/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Robert Downey Jr. first played Tony Stark in 2008's Iron Man, a movie which turns 16 this year. He'd go on to reprise the role in several MCU movies, ultimately bidding farewell to the Armoured Avenger in 2019's Avengers: Endgame.
It's been five years since the actor snapped his fingers and bid farewell to the role. Since then, Downey has won an Oscar for his work in Oppenheimer and all eyes are on what he does next.
Surprisingly, it seems an MCU return is somewhere on his list (and these comments come just hours after Hawkeye actor Jeremy Renner also expressed an interest in reuniting with his fellow original Avengers).
Talking to Jodie Foster for Variety, Downey was asked if he'd consider suiting up again. "It’s just crazily in my DNA. Probably the most like-me character I’ve ever played, even though he’s way cooler than I am," the actor responded.
It's been five years since the actor snapped his fingers and bid farewell to the role. Since then, Downey has won an Oscar for his work in Oppenheimer and all eyes are on what he does next.
Surprisingly, it seems an MCU return is somewhere on his list (and these comments come just hours after Hawkeye actor Jeremy Renner also expressed an interest in reuniting with his fellow original Avengers).
Talking to Jodie Foster for Variety, Downey was asked if he'd consider suiting up again. "It’s just crazily in my DNA. Probably the most like-me character I’ve ever played, even though he’s way cooler than I am," the actor responded.
- 6/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The series of murder mysteries that began with the 2019 film Knives Out and continued with the 2022 film Glass Onion is set to keep on going with Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, which has writer/director Rian Johnson back at the helm. Johnson and his collaborators are being very secretive about this project right now, but there’s a lot of hype for it – so we figured this would be a good time to start assembling a list of Everything We Know About Wake Up Dead Man. Here we go:
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Johnson got the title Knives Out from a Radiohead song. When it came time to make the sequel Glass Onion, he got the title from a song by The Beatles. So it’s only fitting that the third film in the franchise have a song-inspired title as well. But while Radiohead and The Beatles were from England,...
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Johnson got the title Knives Out from a Radiohead song. When it came time to make the sequel Glass Onion, he got the title from a song by The Beatles. So it’s only fitting that the third film in the franchise have a song-inspired title as well. But while Radiohead and The Beatles were from England,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Marvel had a rough year in 2023. Many of its properties underperformed, and they lost their big villain due to Jonathan Majors being fired. Looking forward to their upcoming slate, comic fans have been excited about some of the studio’s projects over the next few years. Will these films help Marvel regain control? The upcoming Thunderbolts film has been one that fanboys have been hoping to see since the MCU started. With some recent news about the property coming up, it seems like the right time to break down what we know about the production.
Who Are The Thunderbolts?
The team first appeared in Marvel Comics in 1997 in an issue of The Incredible Hulk. They seemed to be a new group of superheroes that had arrived on the scene and gained acclaim very quickly. The reader was informed that the group was actually a group of supervillains led by Baron Zemo.
Who Are The Thunderbolts?
The team first appeared in Marvel Comics in 1997 in an issue of The Incredible Hulk. They seemed to be a new group of superheroes that had arrived on the scene and gained acclaim very quickly. The reader was informed that the group was actually a group of supervillains led by Baron Zemo.
- 6/3/2024
- by Bryan Wolford
- JoBlo.com
Ever since Steve Rogers decided to hand his shield off to his buddy Sam Wilson (a.k.a. Falcon) at the end of Avengers: Endgame, fans have wondered what was next. We got a Disney+ series that showed Sam’s hesitance to pick up the mantle of Captain America and the history that comes with it. By the end of the series, he knew he was the only person who could take on the role of Captain America. Now, where do we go? It looks like the upcoming story of super heroes and alter egos, Captain America: Brave New World, will tell us when it reaches theatre screens on February 14, 2025.
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The first official image from Captain America: Brave New World, featuring Sam Wilson in his Captain America costume, has just (on May 3rd) been unveiled by Empire, and you can see it right here!
Director Julius Onah, whose...
Official image
The first official image from Captain America: Brave New World, featuring Sam Wilson in his Captain America costume, has just (on May 3rd) been unveiled by Empire, and you can see it right here!
Director Julius Onah, whose...
- 6/3/2024
- by Bryan Wolford
- JoBlo.com
Robert Downey Jr.’s career has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. The Oppenheimer star has seen it all – the highs and the lows. From his early rise to fame, that was stunted by a crippling drug addiction and was at once threatened to stunt his career as well. But he bounced back in style. Since then, there has been no turning back for him. And he’s played numerous interesting roles. But on the top of his list would be a series which saw him take on the mantle of playing 4 roles.
Robert Downey Jr.’s rise (and return) to fame
Robert Downey Jr. has not taken a step back after the turn of the millennium l l Author: Georges Biard Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Ever since Robert Downey Jr. came out of rehab, it’s been about going from strength to strength for him. The 59-year-old was always known for his acting prowess.
Robert Downey Jr.’s rise (and return) to fame
Robert Downey Jr. has not taken a step back after the turn of the millennium l l Author: Georges Biard Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Ever since Robert Downey Jr. came out of rehab, it’s been about going from strength to strength for him. The 59-year-old was always known for his acting prowess.
- 6/3/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
Following his debut as Helmut Zemo in the 2017 film Captain America: Civil War, Daniel Brühl reprised his role in the Disney+ series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier alongside Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie. Zemo, who played a pivotal role in pitting the Avengers against each other, was anticipated to reappear in Thunderbolts*, where he is a key figure in the comics, even serving as the team’s leader.
Daniel Brühl in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier (2021)
However, Zemo’s absence from the Marvel’s Thunderbolts* cast announcement was disappointing for many, given his close association with the team in comics. Despite the significant snub, Brühl has remained optimistic, as he expressed confidence about his return to the franchise in a recent interview.
Daniel Brühl is Confident About His Return to the MCU
In a recent interview with ScreenRant, Daniel Brühl reflected on the unexpected exclusion of Helmut Zemo...
Daniel Brühl in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier (2021)
However, Zemo’s absence from the Marvel’s Thunderbolts* cast announcement was disappointing for many, given his close association with the team in comics. Despite the significant snub, Brühl has remained optimistic, as he expressed confidence about his return to the franchise in a recent interview.
Daniel Brühl is Confident About His Return to the MCU
In a recent interview with ScreenRant, Daniel Brühl reflected on the unexpected exclusion of Helmut Zemo...
- 6/3/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Jim Henson Idea ManImage: Disney
Over the past few weeks, Disney has released two new documentaries, both on high-profile, crowd-pleasing subjects. For The Beach Boys, directors Frank Marshall and Thom Zimny interviewed and reunited all the remaining members of the groundbreaking ‘60s surf band, which is no easy feat considering...
Over the past few weeks, Disney has released two new documentaries, both on high-profile, crowd-pleasing subjects. For The Beach Boys, directors Frank Marshall and Thom Zimny interviewed and reunited all the remaining members of the groundbreaking ‘60s surf band, which is no easy feat considering...
- 6/3/2024
- by Jen Lennon
- avclub.com
The film adaptation of the game Ghost of Tsushima is currently being discussed. A film adaptation of the game was first announced by Sony back in March 2021, and it has been a mystery since. It was later reported that Chad Stahelski would be directing it. Stahelski is also on board to produce alongside Alex Young and Jason Spitz of 87Eleven Entertainment.
A still from Ghost of Tsushima
It is rumored that Hiroyuki Sanada is in talks with Stahelski, to be a part of the film. He was most recently seen in the Japanese historical Drama, Shogun, where he plays the role of Yoshi Toranaga. Although the role Sanada is eyed for has not yet been disclosed, fans are excited to see him as Lord Shimura in the film.
Hiroyuki Sanada is set to be the face of the film
According to Daniel Richtman, Sanada would be a perfect fit for the role of Lord Shimura,...
A still from Ghost of Tsushima
It is rumored that Hiroyuki Sanada is in talks with Stahelski, to be a part of the film. He was most recently seen in the Japanese historical Drama, Shogun, where he plays the role of Yoshi Toranaga. Although the role Sanada is eyed for has not yet been disclosed, fans are excited to see him as Lord Shimura in the film.
Hiroyuki Sanada is set to be the face of the film
According to Daniel Richtman, Sanada would be a perfect fit for the role of Lord Shimura,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Anupam Lamba
- FandomWire
It’s great to be alive if you are a Marvel fan! Though there was a period of darkness following several box office bombs, it seems like we are finally going to get some quality pieces. The official trailer for Venom 3 just dropped, but that’s not all. Robert Downey Jr. just blew the door to his return wide open with his recent statement.
Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man 3. | Credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
While Sony and Marvel both are trying hard to win back their audience, with their focus now on quality, we can expect some pretty exciting news on the horizon. One of the most anticipated projects on MCU’s slate is Avengers: Secret Wars. And Downey Jr. might just make a return as Tony Stark.
The former Sherlock Holmes himself seems pretty interested in coming back to the MCU!
Robert Downey Jr. is “open-minded...
Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man 3. | Credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
While Sony and Marvel both are trying hard to win back their audience, with their focus now on quality, we can expect some pretty exciting news on the horizon. One of the most anticipated projects on MCU’s slate is Avengers: Secret Wars. And Downey Jr. might just make a return as Tony Stark.
The former Sherlock Holmes himself seems pretty interested in coming back to the MCU!
Robert Downey Jr. is “open-minded...
- 6/3/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
Apprehensions regarding the fate of Marvel Studios post Avengers: Endgame went away right after a cinema-defining experience brought over by Spider-Man: No Way Home. The third iteration of the Tom Holland-led trilogy climbed up box office ranks swiftly while also bringing the multiverse into full force. Moreover, the implications of the storyline directly tied into the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as it gave rise to speculations regarding Avengers: Secret Wars.
Tom Holland and Benedict Cumberbatch in a still from Spider-Man: No Way Home | Sony Entertainment
In the meantime, Jon Watts, the director who helmed all the first three movies of the web-slinger inside the Marvel-Sony partnership, threw a curveball and parted ways. The decision left the Kevin Feige-led team in a fix and in search of a new visionary. Additionally, with the deadline for the release of a potential fourth Spider-Man movie fast approaching and the...
Tom Holland and Benedict Cumberbatch in a still from Spider-Man: No Way Home | Sony Entertainment
In the meantime, Jon Watts, the director who helmed all the first three movies of the web-slinger inside the Marvel-Sony partnership, threw a curveball and parted ways. The decision left the Kevin Feige-led team in a fix and in search of a new visionary. Additionally, with the deadline for the release of a potential fourth Spider-Man movie fast approaching and the...
- 6/3/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
It’s not crazy to say the Marvel Cinematic Universe hasn’t reached “Avengers: Endgame” heights over the past five years. Phases 4 and 5 have largely been seen as letdowns. So, it’s not all that shocking that fans are clamoring to know if Marvel Studios will attempt to bring back some of the Og Avengers to help steer the ship. Well, two of the OGs are seemingly open to it happening.
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- 6/3/2024
- by Martin Miller
- The Playlist
The Russo Brothers, Anthony, and Joseph, are two of the most successful filmmakers of recent years and have been involved in some of the most successful Marvel iterations till date. This also includes 2019’s Avengers: Endgame, which resulted in a triumphant send-off for the director duo from the MCU, garnering almost $2.8 billion worldwide.
The Russo brothers. | Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons
What’s more, back when the Russo Brothers were part of the MCU, it was effectively a golden bird for Marvel. Avengers: Endgame was the second-last movie of the MCU’s Phase III, and there has been considerable stagnancy ever since. Be it in the form of narrative problems, dwindling box office returns, or repetitive storytelling, there are simply a number of reasons why fans have not been as impressed with Marvel’s offerings over the past few years.
Recently, the Russo Brothers talked about the latter, suggesting that the...
The Russo brothers. | Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons
What’s more, back when the Russo Brothers were part of the MCU, it was effectively a golden bird for Marvel. Avengers: Endgame was the second-last movie of the MCU’s Phase III, and there has been considerable stagnancy ever since. Be it in the form of narrative problems, dwindling box office returns, or repetitive storytelling, there are simply a number of reasons why fans have not been as impressed with Marvel’s offerings over the past few years.
Recently, the Russo Brothers talked about the latter, suggesting that the...
- 6/3/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Daniel Brühl made his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut as a reimagined take on Baron Zemo in Captain America: Civil War, before returning for the Disney+ The Falcon and the Winter Soldier series.
Already a somewhat sympathetic villain given everything he went through in Sokovia during the events of Avengers: Age of Ultron, Zemo put his differences with Bucky Barnes and Sam Wilson aside in Tfatws to help them put a stop to the Flag Smashers - though he always had his own schemes in play.
Last we saw of him, he had agreed to return to The Raft to finish out his sentence for killing King T'Chaka in an attempt to frame Barnes for a terrorist attack.
When a Thunderbolts (since retitled Thunderbolts*) movie was announced, it was assumed that Zemo would be involved since he is so closely associated with the supervillain strike team in the comics. Marvel Studios went in a different direction,...
Already a somewhat sympathetic villain given everything he went through in Sokovia during the events of Avengers: Age of Ultron, Zemo put his differences with Bucky Barnes and Sam Wilson aside in Tfatws to help them put a stop to the Flag Smashers - though he always had his own schemes in play.
Last we saw of him, he had agreed to return to The Raft to finish out his sentence for killing King T'Chaka in an attempt to frame Barnes for a terrorist attack.
When a Thunderbolts (since retitled Thunderbolts*) movie was announced, it was assumed that Zemo would be involved since he is so closely associated with the supervillain strike team in the comics. Marvel Studios went in a different direction,...
- 6/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
It’s not news that Robert Downey Jr.’s iconic character Tony Stark is widely considered one of the most powerful and, well, egoistic characters in the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe.
While his extraordinary smarts are what set him apart from every other superhero, the lifestyle he leads and the personality he sports — especially at the beginning of his tenure — further contributed to it.
Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man 3. | Credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
However, while he manages to turn into a softie in the later events of his story arc in the Cinematic Universe, especially around Peter Parker aka Spider-Man, he does set his ego aside for one other Marvel character as well.
In fact, not only this but on closer observation, one would realize that he actually even breaks his rule for this very character too: Howard Stark, i.e. Tony’s dad.
Robert Downey Jr.
While his extraordinary smarts are what set him apart from every other superhero, the lifestyle he leads and the personality he sports — especially at the beginning of his tenure — further contributed to it.
Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man 3. | Credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
However, while he manages to turn into a softie in the later events of his story arc in the Cinematic Universe, especially around Peter Parker aka Spider-Man, he does set his ego aside for one other Marvel character as well.
In fact, not only this but on closer observation, one would realize that he actually even breaks his rule for this very character too: Howard Stark, i.e. Tony’s dad.
Robert Downey Jr.
- 6/3/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Tom Holland shared the screen together with Og Spider-Man Tobey Maguire and Amazing Spider-Man Andrew Garfield in the MCU film, Spider-Man: No Way Home. Maguire and Garfield’s characters help Holland’s Spidey save Earth-616 and even achieve the noble mission of curing old-time villains. They met for the shoot for the first time in Atlanta and their first pic together has once again resurfaced on social media.
Tobey Maguire, Tom Holland, and Andrew Garfield in a still from Spider-Man: No Way Home | Marvel Studios
Tom Holland brought along Zendaya and Jacob Batalon because he was nervous about meeting the two actors. It was Batalon who clicked the photo of the three of them. According to Holland, this meeting for a rehearsal was the beginning of a rollercoaster that he didn’t want to end.
The First Time Tom Holland Met Og Spider-Man Tobey Maguire Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield...
Tobey Maguire, Tom Holland, and Andrew Garfield in a still from Spider-Man: No Way Home | Marvel Studios
Tom Holland brought along Zendaya and Jacob Batalon because he was nervous about meeting the two actors. It was Batalon who clicked the photo of the three of them. According to Holland, this meeting for a rehearsal was the beginning of a rollercoaster that he didn’t want to end.
The First Time Tom Holland Met Og Spider-Man Tobey Maguire Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield...
- 6/3/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
With the Multiverse Saga failing to connect with audiences in the way Marvel Studios hoped, none of us were surprised to learn Kevin Feige is thinking about reassembling the original six Avengers.
The Infinity Saga was built around Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Hawkeye, Black Widow, and The Hulk. While some of them would almost certainly be Variants, that team is certainly one way to get people back into theaters for the next Avengers movies.
Talking to Josh Horowitz, Hawkeye star Jeremy Renner was asked for his thoughts on getting the gang back together.
"Maybe if enough time goes by, right? I think it kind of has at this point, but also what is the point of the narrative [and] the story?" the actor wondered. "These are beloved characters. We did spend 23 films together essentially as a collective. What is the reason? What is the story? Do you have to do more after that?...
The Infinity Saga was built around Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Hawkeye, Black Widow, and The Hulk. While some of them would almost certainly be Variants, that team is certainly one way to get people back into theaters for the next Avengers movies.
Talking to Josh Horowitz, Hawkeye star Jeremy Renner was asked for his thoughts on getting the gang back together.
"Maybe if enough time goes by, right? I think it kind of has at this point, but also what is the point of the narrative [and] the story?" the actor wondered. "These are beloved characters. We did spend 23 films together essentially as a collective. What is the reason? What is the story? Do you have to do more after that?...
- 6/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
There has been a significant drop in the VFX works of major films, including the MCU. Fans have often trolled these movies or scenes with bad CGI, and some wonder why such a drop happened. A fan on X shared an image of Pirates of the Caribbean‘s CGI work side-by-side with some of the latest sloppy work in the MCU. One VFX artist came out with an explanation that makes it clear skills/technology aren’t the issue here.
One of the stills worked by VFX artists in Secret Invasion | Marvel Studios
Earlier, there were complaints against major studios like Marvel and Sony for overworking their VFX artists. According to reports, Marvel Studio was severely understaffed when it came to the visual department, and they were also paid lower than the industry standards.
VFX Artist Explains Why Studio Is Actually Responsible For Bad CGI
A CGI-enhanced still from Pirates of the Caribbean...
One of the stills worked by VFX artists in Secret Invasion | Marvel Studios
Earlier, there were complaints against major studios like Marvel and Sony for overworking their VFX artists. According to reports, Marvel Studio was severely understaffed when it came to the visual department, and they were also paid lower than the industry standards.
VFX Artist Explains Why Studio Is Actually Responsible For Bad CGI
A CGI-enhanced still from Pirates of the Caribbean...
- 6/3/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man has been one of the most important characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The actor witnessed the birth of the MCU with the first movie in his solo franchise Iron Man in 2008. However, the character almost died in the first Avengers movie for his heroic bravery.
Robert Downey Jr as Iron Man. Credit: Marvel Studios
Iron Man is also one of the most vibrant characters in the MCU, and Downey’s portrayal of the character is irreplaceable. Still, the journey of the character would have ended much before Avengers: Endgame where Tony Stark ultimately sacrificed himself to save the universe from Thanos.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man Escaped Dark Fate in The Avengers
Iron Man in Avengers. Credit: Marvel Studios
Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man, one of the core members of the original Avengers, almost died in the first Avengers movie in 2012. But thanks to Jarvis,...
Robert Downey Jr as Iron Man. Credit: Marvel Studios
Iron Man is also one of the most vibrant characters in the MCU, and Downey’s portrayal of the character is irreplaceable. Still, the journey of the character would have ended much before Avengers: Endgame where Tony Stark ultimately sacrificed himself to save the universe from Thanos.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man Escaped Dark Fate in The Avengers
Iron Man in Avengers. Credit: Marvel Studios
Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man, one of the core members of the original Avengers, almost died in the first Avengers movie in 2012. But thanks to Jarvis,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Robert Downey Jr.’s portrayal of Iron Man will go down in history as one of the greatest superhero performances of all time. His character’s journey from selfish playboy to selfless hero was truly inspiring, and his ultimate sacrifice in Avengers: Endgame will forever be remembered as a key moment in the MCU.
Of course, Avengers: Infinity War, in which most of the franchise’s heroes came together to try and stop Thanos’ plan to wipe out half of the universe’s population, represented the conclusion of MCU’s decade-long projects. Following the events of Captain America: Civil War (2016), the heroes of the MCU were divided into two factions for Avengers: Infinity War’s ending. Nevertheless, in the end, neither group was able to prevent Thanos’ conquest.
Robert Downey Jr and Mark Ruffalo in Avengers: Infinity War | Marvel Studios
That being said, strangely enough, Iron Man—who made the...
Of course, Avengers: Infinity War, in which most of the franchise’s heroes came together to try and stop Thanos’ plan to wipe out half of the universe’s population, represented the conclusion of MCU’s decade-long projects. Following the events of Captain America: Civil War (2016), the heroes of the MCU were divided into two factions for Avengers: Infinity War’s ending. Nevertheless, in the end, neither group was able to prevent Thanos’ conquest.
Robert Downey Jr and Mark Ruffalo in Avengers: Infinity War | Marvel Studios
That being said, strangely enough, Iron Man—who made the...
- 6/3/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
The aftermath of Avengers: Endgame had Marvel Studios enter its multiverse saga. A deep dive into the storyline with projects such as Loki, Spider-Man: No Way Home, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, marked the beginning of that chapter and threw open the doors to endless possibilities. Furthermore, after its take on Kang saw botched results owing to narrative failures in flicks like Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, a revamp of sorts is on the way with Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine.
Ryan Reynolds and Morena Baccarin as Wade Wilson and Vanessa in a still from Deadpool | Marvel Entertainment
In his latest expression of passion and gratitude to his mutant character, the Canadian actor called upon his co-star from the first two movies, Morena Baccarin. This move not only called back and foreshadowed their sparkling chemistry but also reignited memories of a harrowing disaster...
Ryan Reynolds and Morena Baccarin as Wade Wilson and Vanessa in a still from Deadpool | Marvel Entertainment
In his latest expression of passion and gratitude to his mutant character, the Canadian actor called upon his co-star from the first two movies, Morena Baccarin. This move not only called back and foreshadowed their sparkling chemistry but also reignited memories of a harrowing disaster...
- 6/3/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
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