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Xbox Reportedly Shopping IP Bundle to Hollywood for Movies and TV — Includes Halo, Elder Scrolls, Diablo, and More

Xbox Reportedly Shopping IP Bundle to Hollywood for Movies and TV — Includes Halo, Elder Scrolls, Diablo, and More

In early August, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma outlined a multiyear plan to return Microsoft’s gaming division to player and revenue growth. One of its four priorities, described as “Connection,” involves expanding Xbox properties into movies, television, consumer products, sponsorships, and live experiences. Now, Xbox appears to be putting that strategy into action.

Captain America: Brave New World Suffers Devastating 71.8% Drop in Second Weekend as Media Tries For the Usual Spin

Captain America: Brave New World Suffers Devastating 71.8% Drop in Second Weekend as Media Tries For the Usual Spin

Captain America: Brave New World has taken a steep fall in its second weekend, with a massive 71.8% decline at the domestic box office. The Anthony Mackie-led superhero film pulled in just $28.2 million from Friday through Sunday, according to Box Office Mojo, a sharp contrast to its $100 million five-day double holiday opening weekend. This significant drop is raising serious concerns about the film’s staying power and the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s continued struggles at the box office.

Hammer Films Announces its First New Monster Movie in 60 Years

Hammer Films Announces its First New Monster Movie in 60 Years

Hammer Films is back with a new CEO and production strategy! After 60 years of waiting, horror fans are finally getting a new monster movie from this historic film studio.  

As horror news site Bloody Disgusting stated, “you can’t talk about the history of horror without talking about Hammer Horror.” And they’re absolutely right. Hammer Films has helped define the horror genre of cinema since 1934. One of their many classics is Dracula: Prince of Darkness, which starred the legendary actors Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing. 

Rumor: Johnny Depp Returning to Pirates of the Caribbean After Vowing Never to Work With Disney Again

Rumor: Johnny Depp Returning to Pirates of the Caribbean After Vowing Never to Work With Disney Again

The DisInsider reported that Disney is gearing up to make the next Pirates movie with Johnny Depp. Whether or not he will reprise his iconic role of Captain Jack Sparrow is currently unknown. According to the report, an anonymous source claimed that Walt Disney Studios is preparing to begin production on the next Pirates movie. The source stated that while “there is no timeline for when production will officially begin, [they] have heard that this entry will feature the return of Depp.”

Amazon Wrestles Control of James Bond Away From the Broccoli Family as Jeff Bezos Asks Instagram Who the Next 007 Should Be

Amazon Wrestles Control of James Bond Away From the Broccoli Family as Jeff Bezos Asks Instagram Who the Next 007 Should Be

In a move that has sent shockwaves through Hollywood, Amazon MGM Studios has officially taken creative control over the iconic James Bond franchise. For decades, the world’s most famous spy was carefully shepherded by longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson. Now, that era has come to an end as the franchise falls into the hands of Amazon—the same company that notoriously mishandled The Lord of the Rings with its controversial Rings of Power series.

Disney Appears to Change Rachel Zegler’s Skin Color in Snow White International Poster to Make Her Look White

Disney Appears to Change Rachel Zegler’s Skin Color in Snow White International Poster to Make Her Look White

Disney’s live-action Snow White has found itself in the spotlight once again after the release of a new international trailer and accompanying Snow White international poster. The promotional materials have raised eyebrows for seemingly adjusting Rachel Zegler’s appearance, particularly through lighting effects that noticeably lighten her skin tone. Zegler, who is of Colombian and White heritage, appears in the Snow White poster with a much lighter complexion, more closely resembling the fair-skinned animated version of the iconic character. This has led to speculation that Disney may be modifying Zegler’s appearance in marketing materials ahead of the film’s scheduled release on March 21, 2025.

Captain America: Brave New World Loses to Bridget Jones Mad About The Boy in the UK Box Office, Peacock Original Film Delivers Embarrassing Blow to Marvel and Disney

Captain America: Brave New World Loses to Bridget Jones Mad About The Boy in the UK Box Office, Peacock Original Film Delivers Embarrassing Blow to Marvel and Disney

In a shocking and humiliating upset for Disney and Marvel Studios, Captain America: Brave New World was outpaced at the UK and Ireland box office by Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy, a romantic comedy that made history with its record-breaking debut. The Bridget Jones film is actually a Peacock original with no U.S. theatrical run, which might be good news for everyone over at Marvel.