The long-awaited sequel to 2003’s The Italian Job may finally be getting the green light. But news of who Paramount is eyeing to direct may have some otherwise excited fans pumping the brakes.
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Ubisoft Blames Disney/Lucasfilm and State of Modern Star Wars for Failure of Star Wars: Outlaws
Star Wars Outlaws, an open-world action-adventure game developed by Massive Entertainment and published by Ubisoft, was released on August 30, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Billed as the first open-world Star Wars game, it promised players the chance to explore the galaxy as a scoundrel named Kay Vess, engaging in heists, space combat, and interactions with criminal syndicates between the events of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi.
Katy Perry Nearly Falls to Her End at Concert in Stunning Trend of Aging Artists Risking Life and Limb for Relevancy
Katy Perry was at the precipice of the end. The pop star who has had a tumultuous year, to say the least, almost tumbled off of a gothic butterfly prop into the crowd far below at one of her recent concerts last week. It's not the first time that Perry has put herself...
X-Men Writer Claims Kevin Feige is “Straight Up Lying” on Claim Marvel’s Switch from Kang to Dr. Doom was the Plan Before Jonathan Majors Legal Drama
As the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) gears up for Avengers: Doomsday in 2026, a fresh wave of controversy has erupted over the decision to abandon Kang the Conqueror in favor of Doctor Doom. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige recently claimed that the shift from Kang to Doom was a creative choice made long before actor Jonathan Majors’ legal issues.
Superman Holds Strong With 54% Box Office Drop — Overtakes Thunderbolts and Nearly Surpasses Captain America’s Full Run in 2 Weeks But Still Struggling Overseas
In a summer season hungry for superhero spectacles, James Gunn’s Superman has proven its mettle, dominating the box office for a second consecutive weekend and crossing the $400 million milestone worldwide. The DC Studios reboot, starring David Corenswet as Superman, earned an estimated $57.25 million domestically in its sophomore frame—a respectable 54% box office drop from its $125 million opening—pushing its North American total to $235 million.
Jon Stewart Uncertain About ‘The Daily Show’ Future Amid Paramount-Skydance Merger and Colbert Cancellation
In a candid episode of his podcast, The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart, the veteran comedian and host of The Daily Show expressed uncertainty about the long-running satire program’s fate following the recent cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s The Late Show and the impending merger between Paramount Global and Skydance Media. Stewart, who has been a staple of Comedy Central since 1999 and returned as a part-time host in 2024, shrugged off concerns but admitted he has had no communication from Skydance executives.
BUC-EE’S: Driving a Resurgence in the Family Road Trip
Buc-ee’s giant convenience store gas stations have become something of a phenomenon in recent years across the United States. At the same time, there’s been a noticeable resurgence in the classic family road trip.
BDX Droids Begin Limited Run at Walt Disney World’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Walt Disney World has launched a limited-time offering in its Hollywood Studios park with the arrival of BDX droids in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. These small, free-roaming robots began making appearances on July 16, 2025, and will continue to interact with guests five days a week through August 30.
New Verse by Richard Sherman Debuts in “It’s a Small World” Finale for Disneyland and Walt Disney World
Disney Parks just introduced a new verse in the finale of the beloved attraction “It’s a Small World.” The verse, penned by the late Richard M. Sherman, debuted at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World on July 17, 2025—marking Disneyland’s 70th anniversary and coinciding with celebratory events at Magic Kingdom.
From Hunter to Beast: Aaron Taylor-Johnson to Star in Robert Eggers’ ‘Werwulf’ Film
Robert Eggers’ next gothic horror epic is taking shape, and it’s already attracting some familiar faces. A recent report from Variety states that Aaron Taylor-Johnson will reunite with Eggers following Nosferatu, taking on the lead role in Werwulf.
WGA Calls For Investigation of CBS Over Colbert Cancellation as Political Conspiracy Ignores Stark Financial Realities
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has demanded investigations into CBS over its decision to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2026. The union is baselessly alleging political foul play tied to President Donald Trump, but mounting evidence points to a far simpler explanation.
James Gunn Confirms Controversial Jor-El and Lara Message in ‘Superman’ Is 100% Real, Shutting Down Fan Speculation of Retcon
In a recent interview on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Gunn laughed off doubts about the message’s legitimacy, stating, “How can someone not think it’s real? I don’t understand…” Apparently the director can’t wrap his mind around one of his decisions being so unpopular that even fans who liked the movie are desperate to explain it away.
Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ Inherited the Scrapped ‘Blade’ Reboot’s Wardrobe
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners doesn’t just resemble a Marvel movie; it partially is one. The 1930s vampire thriller starring Michael B. Jordan and Hailee Steinfeld repurposed costumes originally created for Marvel’s canceled Blade reboot. The result was a rare...