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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Disney Expands Controversial and Unpopular Virtual Queue System to Cruise Line, Sparking Fresh Outrage
If you thought each virtual queue rollout was a disaster at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, it looks like Disney is ready to bring that frustration to the high seas as part of the Disney Cruise Line.
Guests aboard the Disney Wish were met with an unwelcome surprise during the ship’s April 21 voyage — the rollout of a virtual queue system for popular onboard experiences. Using the Disney Cruise Line’s Navigator app, passengers were encouraged to reserve times for character meet-and-greets and rides like the AquaMouse water coaster. Access to the app is complimentary even without a paid Wi-Fi package, but that doesn’t make the move any less controversial.
Disney to Begin Closing the Muppets Courtyard at Hollywood Studios Ending a Vital Piece of Jim Henson’s Legacy
Starting May 11th, Disney will officially begin a phased closing of the Muppets Courtyard, marking the slow dismantling of one of the last places in the parks that honored Jim Henson’s legacy. The first step will see Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano serving its final meals on May 10th, after which it will permanently shutter. Other offerings, including the beloved MuppetVision 3D attraction, the final project Henson worked on before passing away tragically in the early 90s, will remain open for a few more weeks.
Is Disney’s Andor Quietly Glorifying Stalin and The Soviet Union? BBC Makes Uncomfortable Discovery About Show’s Plot
According to a detailed write-up by the BBC, Disney’s gritty Star Wars series Andor may have taken more than just inspiration from history—it may have quietly adapted the early exploits of one of the 20th century’s most infamous political figures: Joseph Stalin. Yes, that Stalin.
PlayStation 6 Release Date May Have Accidentally Been Revealed
While it’s disappointing news for fans of the Blade Runner universe, the recent cancellation of Supermassive Games’ planned Blade Runner title may have inadvertently revealed something even bigger: a potential clue about the PlayStation 6 release date.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Becomes a Breakout Hit as Sales Hit Over One Million Copies in Three Days
In a gaming landscape dominated by franchise reboots and remakes, it’s rare to see a brand-new intellectual property not only survive, but thrive. Yet that’s exactly what Sandfall Interactive has achieved with sales for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Just three days after launch, the game has already sold over one million copies, a feat made even more impressive considering its competition and the size of its development team.
Oblivion Remastered Shocks Gaming Industry and Clearly Shows “Modern Message” Tropes in Video Games Doesn’t Work
Bethesda's surprise release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has not only delighted fans but also sent ripples through the gaming industry. With over four million players in just five days, the remaster's success underscores a growing trend: gamers are...
Disney Hit With $2 Million Lawsuit After Woman Hit by Wave in Wave Pool at Typhoon Lagoon
A New York mother is taking Disney to court after an alleged injury at one of Walt Disney World’s most popular water parks. Kimberly Panetta, a mom of two from Long Island, has filed a lawsuit against Disney seeking $2 million in damages, claiming she was “violently struck” by a “mammoth” wave in the Surf Pool at Typhoon Lagoon during an April 2022 visit.
John Lithgow Won’t Quit Harry Potter Series Over J.K. Rowling Gender Controversies — ‘Why is This a Factor?’
John Lithgow has made it clear that outside pressure will not influence his involvement in HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter television series. In a new interview with The Times of London, the 79-year-old actor addressed the controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling and the backlash he has personally received since signing on to play Professor Albus Dumbledore.
Taylor Swift and Hugh Jackman May Be Subpoenaed in Blake Lively Explosive Lawsuit Against Justin Baldoni
The legal battle between Blake Lively and It Ends With Us director and co-star Justin Baldoni continues to spiral, and it may soon drag some of Hollywood’s biggest names into the fray. Sources now say Taylor Swift and Hugh Jackman are likely to be subpoenaed as witnesses in the growing clash between the former colleagues.
Paramount and Trump Legal Teams Enter Mediation as CBS Faces Mounting Internal Shifts
Paramount Global and representatives for President Donald Trump are scheduled to meet before a mediator on Wednesday in an effort to resolve Trump’s $20 billion lawsuit against CBS, according to sources familiar with the matter. The mediation session comes at a pivotal time for Paramount, as the company seeks federal approval for its $8 billion merger with Skydance Media.
Dragon Age Creator Slams BioWare Over Perceived Mass Effect Favoritism in BlueSky Firestorm
Sibling rivalry has been a part of the human condition since we were all living in caves hitting things with clubs (some of us still are!). This also apparently holds true at BioWare, particularly among its two divisions devoted to Mass Effect and Dragon Age.
Per PC Gamer, David Gaider, the creator of Dragon Age and former lead writer at BioWare, has posted up a storm over on BlueSky about just how bad the internal conflicts got at BioWare between both development teams.
Sam Neill Joins the Monsterverse: Jurassic Park Star Boards Upcoming Godzilla x Kong Sequel
Sam Neill is officially joining the Monsterverse, leaving dinosaurs in favor of kaijus. According to Deadline, Neill’s role in the upcoming film remains under wraps, but his casting alone has sparked fan speculation about how this seasoned actor will fit into the world of Godzilla and Kong.