DC Studios is developing another project centered on one of Batman’s most recognizable villains, while the mainline DCU still awaits a proper introduction to the Dark Knight.
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Stephen Colbert Turns Final Late Show Episodes Into Anti-CBS Reunion With Fellow Late-Night Hosts
For his final week as host of The Late Show, Stephen Colbert has booked several fellow late-night hosts. When CBS announced the cancellation of the long-running program last July, many saw it as more than just another casualty of a fading television format — they viewed it as a direct rebuke of Colbert himself.
‘Mortal Kombat II’ Headed Toward $35-$40 Million Opening Weekend Box Office
After the success of The Minecraft Movie and The Super Mario Bros. Movie, it appeared to many that audiences were ready for the era of video game films. Yet the initial box office returns for Mortal Kombat II serve as a sharp reminder that not every gaming property is a guaranteed blockbuster. A familiar name and early hype do not automatically translate into ticket sales.
Paramount WB Merger Chugs Toward September Close Despite Mark Ruffalo’s Objections
Paramount Skydance reaffirmed plans for a September 30th 2026 close on its massive WB acquisition. At it's completion, David Ellison is pushing a combined 30-film theatrical slate. Q1 updates show progress despite ongoing regulatory scrutiny as expected. Ellison...
Disney ABC Claims FCC Probe Threatens Free Speech as The View Faces Scrutiny Over Equal-Time Rules
Disney-owned ABC is pushing back hard against the Federal Communications Commission after the agency launched an investigation into whether The View still qualifies for a long-standing exemption to federal equal-time rules for political candidates. According to a...
Stephen Colbert Responds to ‘Lord of the Rings’ Backlash, Sidesteps Larger Concerns
When it was announced in March that Stephen Colbert was working on a new Lord of the Rings film for Warner Bros., fans reacted with skepticism and concern. At the end of May, Colbert will be leaving his hosting duties at The Late Show, and many critics have noted the show’s leaning into progressive politics under his tenure.
Mark Ruffalo Calls on Hollywood to Oppose Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger in NYT Op-Ed
Mark Ruffalo is continuing to speak out against the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. The Hollywood actor and activist has been one of the deal’s most outspoken opponents.
She-Hulk Star Admits No One Wants to See Her Return to MCU
As Disney prepares to release Avengers: Doomsday this December, questions are rising about the future of the MCU. Fans are wondering which characters will continue and which will be shelved. She-Hulk actress Tatiana Maslany was recently asked about returning to Marvel. Her answer was telling.
Mark Hamill Issues Non-Apology for Trump in Grave Post After White House Labels Him “One Sick Individual”
Actor Mark Hamill recently sparked outrage after a social media post featuring an AI-generated image of President Trump, seeming deceased, with the caption “If Only.” While Star Wars made the Luke Skywalker actor famous, recent years have also made him increasingly known for political rhetoric many fans dislike.
Fired Scream Actress Melissa Barrera Blasts ‘Scream 7’, Accuses Paramount of Faking Record Box Office
Actress Melissa Barrera was fired from Scream 7 after a series of social media posts. The film, however, continued without her. In a recent interview with Variety, Barrera accused Paramount of exaggerating Scream 7’s box office success and openly criticized actors who returned to the franchise.
Another Planet of the Apes Reboot in Development at Disney’s 20th Century Studios
A new Planet of the Apes movie is in development at 20th Century Studios. Director Matt Shakman will lead the project. Josh Friedman will write the script, reprising his role from the last film in the franchise, 2024’s Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. However, this...
HBO Harry Potter Props Missing Reported on Set During Filming
Props from the HBO Harry Potter series have gone missing. And producers have added microchips and several warnings to dissuade further disappearances. According to British media reports, production staff discovered that several items had disappeared during the filming...
26 Crew Members Arrested For Possession of Child Materials After Disney Cruise Reaches Port
The Disney vacation experience has long been associated with family time spent without worry. For many, that image is now being questioned following the arrests of several cast members aboard a Disney Magic cruise ship.