Despite numerous rumors and widespread speculation, casting for the next James Bond remains ongoing. Since Daniel Craig surrendered the license to kill, debate over who could or should become the next 007 has drawn intense attention.
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RUMOR: Seth Rogen Tapped to Produce Muppet Show Pilot at FOX – Another Beloved Classic in the Crosshairs
The Muppets just can’t seem to catch a break. According to multiple outlets, a pilot for The Muppet Show is reportedly in the works at FOX. The kicker? Seth Rogen is said to be attached as producer of The Muppet Show, alongside his Point Grey Pictures partner Evan Goldberg.
Sophie Turner Cast as Lara Croft in Amazon’s Long-Delayed Phoebe Waller-Bridge Tomb Raider Series
Sophie Turner has officially been cast as Lara Croft in Amazon’s Tomb Raider live action series by Phoebe Waller Bridge.
For months it seemed Amazon’s big bet on a live-action Tomb Raider series was over before it began. Reports earlier this year suggested Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s expensive adaptation was dead in the water. Yet today, the streamer surprised the industry with the announcement that Sophie Turner has officially been cast as Lara Croft, breathing life back into a project many had written off.
Hollywood Press Tells Colbert and Kimmel to Double Down on Politics as Late Night Ratings Collapse
As Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, and Seth Meyers return from their summer hiatus, media outlets are working overtime to assure readers that late-night TV’s struggles have nothing to do with politics. Late Nighter, a trade site focused on the format, ran a feature this week framing the looming season as a test of the medium itself rather than the hosts’ increasingly partisan material.
Guillermo del Toro Says His ‘Frankenstein’ Isn’t About AI—Clarifies It’s About Humanity
Guillermo del Toro has made it clear that his recently released Netflix Frankenstein film isn’t a parable about artificial intelligence, despite speculation about an AI connection. Speaking at the Venice Film Festival ahead of the film’s premiere, the Oscar-winning director emphasized that the story is about human flaws, broken hearts, and the imperfection inherent in all of us.
No, Stephen Colbert Didn’t Get a “$13.5 Million Netflix Deal” — Rumor Debunked
A wild rumor has been spreading across social media, claiming Stephen Colbert has signed a $13.5 million contract with Netflix for a seven-episode docuseries. The supposed project was described as a behind-the-scenes look at Colbert’s rise to fame. It sounded...
Warwick Davis Returns as Professor Flitwick in HBO Harry Potter Series
The HBO Harry Potter reboot series just got a major injection of nostalgia in the form of veteran actor Warwick Davis.
In a move that has longtime fans buzzing, Warner Bros. and HBO announced that Warwick Davis will reprise his role as Professor Filius Flitwick, the Hogwarts Charms Master, in the sprawling multi-season reboot. Davis’ return marks the first time an original film cast member has been confirmed to cross over into the new production.
Preschool Avengers Assemble on Disney Jr. — But Will it Be More Than Just Colorful Noise?
Disney Jr. has revealed plans for a new preschool animated series titled Marvel’s Avengers: Mightiest Friends, scheduled to premiere in 2027. This show will feature child versions of well-known Marvel characters including Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, Black Panther, Black Widow, and Thor.
Bella Ramsey Lashes Out at The Last of Us Fans: “You Don’t Have to Watch Season 3”
HBO’s The Last of Us has been one of the most hotly debated shows in recent memory. After a highly successful first season, the second season arrived with far more mixed reception—viewership drop-offs, fan backlash, and heated conversations about the show’s direction. Now, Bella Ramsey, who plays Ellie, has decided to fire back at critics in a way that’s raising eyebrows: telling frustrated viewers and The Last of Us fans that they simply don’t have to watch anymore.
Marvel Zombies Sparks “M-She-U” Debate: MCU Doubles Down on Female Characters
Marvel is bringing back Kate Bishop, Kamala Khan, and Ironheart for Marvel Zombies despite there being virtually no demand for them.
With Disney’s Marvel Zombies series on the horizon, fans are asking whether Marvel Studios is doubling down on the so-called “M-She-U”—a wave of female-led superhero projects that general audiences seem increasingly unwilling to support.
Disney Files Lawsuit Against Sling TV Over $5 Streaming Passes, Citing Breach of Carriage Deal
The Walt Disney Company has taken Sling TV to court with a lawsuit accusing the streaming service of violating its carriage contract by introducing short-term “passes” that give customers access to ESPN, Disney Channel, and other Disney-owned networks for as little as $4.99. The lawsuit, filed in the Southern District of New York, highlights just how fragile content licensing agreements have become in the rapidly shifting world of streaming television.
Original Harry Potter Movie Director Chris Columbus Blasts HBO Reboot: “What’s the Point?”
The original Harry Potter director Chris Columbus is speaking out about HBO’s big-budget reboot, and his words are raising eyebrows across fandom.
Chris Columbus, the filmmaker who launched the wizarding franchise with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and Chamber of Secrets, is openly questioning why Warner Bros. is treading old ground. After seeing leaked set photos of Nick Frost as Hagrid in the upcoming series, Columbus bluntly asked: “What’s the point?”
From Stalin to ‘Andor Jesus’: Tony Gilroy’s Radical Take on Star Wars
Usually, if the words “Star Wars” and “heresy” are being used together, it’s related to something in-universe. Like saying Rogue One proves the Force isn’t important to the narrative. But this time, we have Rogue One co-writer Tony Gilroy telling IndieWire, “What do we need? We need Star Wars Jesus.”