A host of DC Studios’ official podcast has sparked controversy after suggesting that some critics of HBO’s Lanterns are not smart enough to appreciate the series and questioning whether they deserve to be saved from drowning.
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Zootopia 2 Box Office Stuns Hollywood With $39.5 Million Launch as Disney Finally Finds a Win
The Zootopia 2 box office has delivered a major jolt to a movie industry desperate for good news. Disney’s long-awaited sequel blasted out of the gate with $39.5 million in its first full day of release, instantly establishing itself as the dominant film of the Thanksgiving corridor.
Bob Iger Makes Surprise Cameo in Zootopia 2 That Nods at His Past
Disney fans spotted an unexpected voice in Zootopia 2 this Thanksgiving weekend, as Disney CEO Bob Iger made a cameo appearance. Iger was inserted briefly into the sequel with a quick cameo as a tiger weatherman named, fittingly, “Bob Tiger.”
Rip Ride Rockit Replacement Already Under Construction, Aerial Photos Show
Aerial photographs of Universal Studios Florida reveal that major construction has begun on the site once occupied by Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, even though Universal has not yet announced what the replacement attraction will be.
Simu Liu Says Asian Actors Now Seen as “Risky” by Studios as Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, & Others Score Huge Roles in Hollywood Blockbusters
Actor Simu Liu lashed out at the film industry Sunday night. Using his Threads account, the star of Marvel’s Shang-Chi wrote, “Put some Asians in literally anything right now.” He followed that with a claim that Asian representation on screen is backsliding, which he finds “appalling.”
Christmas Exhibit Comes to Walt Disney Presents in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World has introduced a brand new Christmas exhibit for 2025. Located in the “Walt Disney Presents” building (a small, walk through museum) is the new “Disney Takes A Holiday” display, showcasing costumes and props from a few classic Disney Christmas movies, and the inclusion of one made for Disney + film.
Santa to Arrive at Magic Kingdom Thanksgiving Weekend
As the holiday season begins at Walt Disney World, visitors arriving over Thanksgiving weekend in 2025 will find a notable update: Santa Claus will start greeting guests at Magic Kingdom during regular park hours beginning on Thanksgiving Day (November 27th). Santa’s daytime meet-and-greet in Storybook Circus will operate under normal operating hours of the park. This will continue through Christmas Eve, December 24th.
Cynthia Erivo Will Play Dracula in New Adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Classic
Cynthia Erivo has been announced as the lead in a new West End production of Dracula, prompting renewed conversation as the Tony-winning actress once again steps into a role historically portrayed by a man.
Lost Continent Signage Removed and Construction Walls Up at Universal’s Islands of Adventure
The Lost Continent at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure Park will soon be a thing of the past.
Stranger Things Makes Netflix History With All Four Seasons in the Top 10 at Once
Netflix has never seen anything like this. For the first time in the platform’s history, one series has managed to place four of its seasons in the streamer’s Top 10 lineup simultaneously, and unsurprisingly, it’s Stranger Things. This surge was driven by fans rewatching or discovering the show ahead of its much-anticipated Season 5 debut.
Trump-Backed Rush Hour 4 Moving Forward at Paramount
In a twist nobody had on their Hollywood bingo card, Rush Hour 4 is finally happening — and yes, it’s the Rush Hour 4 President Trump reportedly pushed for behind the scenes.
Warner Bros. Discovery Wants Second Round of Bids by Monday as Zaslav Pushes for $30 Per Share Goal
The race for Warner Bros. is officially entering its next—and most chaotic—phase. According to multiple industry outlets, Warner Bros. Discovery has now told potential buyers to submit a second round of bids by Monday, signaling that the first offers weren’t big enough and the studio wants stronger offers before narrowing the field.
Stellar Blade Becomes Sony’s Biggest PlayStation Exclusive IP Debut on PC Yet Despite Media-Generated Controversy
Stellar Blade, the popular and controversial 2024 action-adventure game, recently made the jump from PS5 to PC and has shattered records.