'Werewolf by Night' Gets MCU Sequel Update From Michael Giacchino

Werewolf by Nightis quite possibly the most unique MCU project fans have had the pleasure of receiving in Marvel’s modern flop phase. The black-and-white Disney+ Halloween special was a breath of fresh air for MCU and comic fans alike, as it captured a completely different vibe from any other adjacent project in its moreserious tone and stunning yet muted visuals. For horror fans, the special was an unprecedented field day of monster hunters, monster memorabilia, and, of course, monsters, which included an appearance by the iconic Man-Thing....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 531 words · Jonathan Becker

Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reveals He Has Rejected Roles in Some Major Franchises

ActorAaron Taylor-Johnsonhas managed to make a name for himself in Hollywood thanks to his roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe,Kick-Ass,Godzillaand many more tent-pole projects, but it seems like he could have been part of some other blockbusters too. And they would likely have pushed his career even further. While the actor gets ready to return to the world of Marvel playing the villain/anti-heroKraven the Hunter, he recalls some of the past chances he got at some other major franchises or big Hollywood projects, which he ended up rejecting as he wanted to prioritize his family....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 543 words · Sarah White

Alien Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Short Film Contest

Almost exactly one year from today, the sci-fi horror classicAlienwill be celebrating its 40th Anniversary, and 20th Century Fox is teaming with the filmmaking community at Tongal to celebrate in a unique way. Starting today, filmmakers can start submitting their pitches to create an original five to nine minute short film that is set within theAlienfranchise universe. Here’s the description of the project from Tongal. “That’s right, Tongalers, we’re giving you the chance to create your own original story set in the biggest horror franchise of all time:Alien!...

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 566 words · Erin Schmidt

Aquaman Movie Wants Amber Heard as Mera

Ever since theAquamanmovie was first announced back in October 2014,Jason Momoahas been attached to play the title character. He is rumored to join the rest of hisJustice Leagueteam members at the end ofBatman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, but we haven’t ever heard who else will be starring alongsideJason Momoain his stand alone movie. Today,The Hollywood Reporterreveals that actressAmber Heardis in talks to play the female lead, Mera. The site reports that the actress will make herDC ComicsExtended Universe (DCEU) debut in next year’s Justice League Part 1, which is said to introduce a number of characters and story threads that will “fully launch” the DCEU....

July 3, 2025 · 2 min · 371 words · Tina West

Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rob Reiner and More Mourn James Caan: 'I'll Miss Him'

The news ofJames Caan’s deathwas announced on Thursday, and many of his fellow performers in Hollywood are mourning the sad loss. Caan was a veteran of the big screen with dozens of roles dating back decades. TheMiseryandThe Godfatherstar had still been active with multiple upcoming planned projects in the works, making his death seem just as shocking as it is saddening for those who love and look up to Caan. That includes many of his famous friends and fans....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 546 words · Pamela Griffin

Better Call Saul Season 5 Is Bringing Back Several Breaking Bad Favorites

Get ready for some moreBreaking Badreunions, as many fan favorites from the hit AMC show are set to appear in the fifth season ofBetter Call Saul. In an image posted to the network’s official Twitter account, Dean Norris and Steven Michael Quezada are seen chatting it up with Bob Odenkirk on the set of theBreaking Badprequel series. The photo’s caption officially confirms that the two will be appearing in season 5, reprising their roles as DEA agents Hank Schrader and Steven Gomez after nearly seven years....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 493 words · Samuel Martin

Carol Marcus' Absence in Star Trek Beyond Explained by Simon Pegg

WithStar Trek Beyondentering its third weekend in theaters, the sci-fi sequel is faring quite well at thebox office, earning $115.5 million domestically and $171.9 million worldwide, although it has yet to open in several international markets like China. Before the release, it was confirmed that this sequel is set within the U.S.S. Enterprise’s five-year mission, but, surprisingly, one character was suspiciously absent, Carol Marcus, played byAlice EveinStar Trek Into Darkness....

July 3, 2025 · 2 min · 388 words · Sarah Schultz

Chucky Makeup Designer on the Changes of the Killer Doll Over Decades

While her lifeas a makeup artisthas spanned a variety of hits in different genres (Nightmare Alley, Room, Queer as Folk), there is something special aboutSid Armourworking on the hit TV seriesChucky. One of the first films she worked on was actually 1998’sBride of Chucky, and now, 25 years later, she’s back with horror legend Don Mancini for the critically acclaimed third season ofChuckyon SyFyand USA, streaming next day on Peacock. The Wednesday night lineup ofSurreal Estate and Chuckyis actually one of the best pairings on TV right now....

July 3, 2025 · 6 min · 1072 words · Troy Castro

Dawn Wells Dies from Covid-19, Mary Ann from Gilligan's Island Was 82

Some very sad news is coming in today as veteran actress Dawn Wells has reportedly passed away. Wells, best known for playing the castaway Mary Ann on the classic comedy seriesGilligan’s Island, died on Wednesday morning in Los Angeles due to complications from Covid-19. She was 82 years old. Dawn Elberta Wellswas born on Jun 27, 2025, in Reno, Nevada. Destined for success, she was crowned Miss Nevada in the Miss America 1960 pageant in 1959....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 494 words · Jessica Torres

Dune 2 Director Shares Big Disappointment with Movie's Box Office Success

Denis Villeneuvecannot have too much to complain about when it comes to the achievements of his secondDunemovie, which was released earlier this year to both great reviews and a strong box office. However, the director does have the surprising gripe at still having the biggest box office movie of the year as we enter June. During an appearance at the 2024 Canadian Screen Awards, Villeneuve shared his disappointment with the fact another movie has not yet been able to match his achievement and surpass it as the summer movie season gets underway....

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 655 words · Katherine Parrish

Eddie Murphy Won't Do Beverly Hills Cop 4 Until the Script Is Right

Just in case you were worried,Beverly Hills Cop 4is still development at Netflix. But Eddie Murphy is waiting until the script is just right before we see the return of Axel Foley. This month, Murphy reprised the role of Akeem Joffer in the comedy sequelComing 2 America. Released exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, the sequel was touted by the company as the most-streamed movie in a single weekend since the start of the pandemic....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 496 words · Lydia Caldwell

Every Comic Book Movie Featuring Chris Evans, Ranked

If any actor is the go-to for a superhero adaptation, it’sChris Evans. This is true both in terms of his talent, his likable presence, and what’s apparently Hollywood’s perception. The latter must be true, because he has been cast in an absolute litany of superhero films, and they’re not even all part of the MCU. He’s even starred in a superhero movie thatwasn’tbased on an existing IP. But, these are the movies thatwerebased on an existing IP....

July 3, 2025 · 6 min · 1186 words · Christina Bright

Exclusive: Nana Mensah Discusses Directing, Writing, and Starring in Queen of Glory

“Blackness is not a monolith.” That phrase fromNana Mensahsticks in the mind after watching her new film,Queen of Glory, which she wrote, directed, and stars in. A wonderful and subtle look at how culture informs personality and experience, the film follows a doctoral student at Columbia University who is enmeshed in a very different culture than her Ghanaian parents, immigrants who live in the Bronx. As she is planning a move to Ohio with her white boyfriend, a married professor, she receives the news that her mother has died, so she needs to head home to plan the matriarch’s funeral and handle her odd inheritance (a Christian bookstore named King of Glory)....

July 3, 2025 · 7 min · 1412 words · Erin Graham