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Alien: Earth's Maginot Ship Name Meaning Is a Forewarning for the Crew

The Maginot's naming is a hidden warning for its crew in the Alien: Earth premiere.

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Doctor Strange 2 Actor Hints at MCU Phase 6 Return (In A Big Way)

One of the biggest names from Doctor Strange 2 might be on their way back to the MCU sooner rather than later.

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One Piece Star Speaks Out About Race Swapped Season 2 Controversy

The drama has been so pervasive even the show's cast have had to get involved.

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DC Confirms These 3 Upcoming Projects Are NOT Set In The DCU

Despite upcoming connectivity at DC, these projects are set to stand alone.

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Apple TV+ Smoke Season 1 Finale Exclusive Clip Teases a Big Confrontation Between Michelle & Dave

Michelle knows what Dave is, and Dave knows she knows, but he's not giving up.

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Disney Confirms Next Marvel & Star Wars Announcement Showcase For 2025

Disney is bringing out the big guns for those in attendance at Destination D23 2025.

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Nobody 2 Review: Bob Odenkirk Can't Get A Break In A Hilarious, Action-Packed Sequel

The latest adventure of Bob Odenkirk's Hutch Mansell is a campy, action-heavy celebration of justice.

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Spider-Man 4 Toy Rumor Reveals Which Version Of Hulk We Are Getting In Brand New Day

Next July, Marvel True Believers will be treated to a superhero encounter never seen in the MCU.

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MCU Gods: Complete List of Marvel’s Most Powerful Beings (2025 Edition)

The MCU's roster of God-like beings (and literal gods) has significantly grown over the years and is even longer in 2025.

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Forgotten Avengers: Infinity War Villain Actor Rumored for 2026 MCU Movie Return

A fan-favorite villain actor from Avengers: Infinity War may become the latest star to take on two separate MCU roles.

By Richard Nebens -

Disney+ Just Renewed Its Most Popular New Show for Two More Seasons

Disney+'s top-viewed episodic series shows no signs of slowing down after news confirmed its renewal.

By Richard Nebens -

Marvel Studios' Biggest Flop of 2025 Is Now an Official Bomb

One of Marvel Studios' 2025 films didn't live up to expectations at the box office.

By Nathan Johnson -

Wednesday Season 2 Part 2 Spoilers Shared by Netflix

Wednesday Season 2, Part 2 is poised to raise the stakes even more after that wild cliffhanger ending in Part 1.

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David Corenswet Reveals His Dream DCU Movie Appearance (Not Superman 2)

David Corenswet seems to be strapped in for the long haul at DC Studios.

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Claire's Parents Fate In 'Outlander: Blood of My Blood' Changes Everything We Thought We Knew About Them

Outlander: Blood of My Blood revealed an important tidbit about the fate of Claire's parents, and it's quite shocking.

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Legend of Zelda Movie (2027) First-Ever Promo Material Revealed By Sony Pictures

Sony Pictures' Hylian epic is starting up the movie marketing machine.

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Resident Alien Season 4 Cast Address the Series Cancellation & Lessons Learned (SDCC)

Following the news that Resident Alien was cancelled, the cast and crew spoke their mind with The Direct.

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When Susannah Dies In 'Summer I Turned Pretty' Got Secretly Disclosed Last Season - And Why The Timing Matters to Belly & Jeremiah

Susannah Fisher's death in The Summer I Turned Pretty is a pivotal moment in Belly's life in the book and series.

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5 Iconic Marvel Animated Series That Deserve To Be Official MCU Canon

X-Men '97 is now officially canon in the MCU, and these other shows deserve the same treatment.

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Avengers: Doomsday Could Break MCU Tradition With First R-Rated Hero, According To New Photo

The Avengers franchise is about to go where no previous film in the series has gone before.

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Disney+'s Young Avengers Will Assemble Sooner Than Expected in 2025 MCU Series

The MCU's Young Avengers will assemble on Disney+ later this year, according to a new report.

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HBO Should Abandon Its Harry Potter Reboot, And Make These 8 Spin-Offs Instead

HBO would be better off making new spin-offs to expand the Harry Potter world.

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Superman 2025's Ending Almost Cut This Heartfelt Moment

Alan Tudyk gave The Direct an inside look at his time on the set of James Gunn's Superman.

By David Thompson -

Reviving This Forgotten Star Wars Series Could Save Disney+

Disney shelved Star Wars Detours in 2013, but bringing this comedy show back might save Disney+ from itself.

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10 Avengers-Level Threats the X-Men Should Face in MCU Phase 7

Phase 7 of the MCU will be a blast as the X-Men get to face off with any of these big bads.

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The Mandalorian Season 4's Replacement Confirmed to Fix the Show's Biggest Problem

The Mandalorian and Grogu is looking to avoid this major Season 3 mistake on the big screen.

By Savannah Sanders -

KPop Demon Hunters' Derpy Tiger Has a Much Deeper Meaning In Real Life

One of KPop Demon Hunters' most lovable characters is steeped in Korean history.

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Riverdale's Madelaine Petsch Is Ready to Play This X-Men Hero (Exclusive)

Madelaine Petsch spoke to The Direct about her hopes for joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

By Lauren Rouse -

Cesare's Final Enzo Decision at the End of 'Mafia: Old Country' Is Completely Driven By His Power-Hungry Jealousy

Enzo has had quite a compelling journey in Mafia: The Old Country, but he made mistakes along the way.

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Wednesday Season 2: Principal Weems' Replacement Is Hiding a Dark Secret

Nevermore's new principal, Barry Dort, may not be as nice as Principal Weems as fans thought.

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Marvel Insider Compares Spider-Man: Brand New Day to One of MCU’s Best Movies

A report has revealed exciting news about Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and it is being compared to a top-tier MCU flick.

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'Hudson and Rex' Star Reveals Why Hudson Is Not In Season 7

John Reardon was absent for a portion of Hudson and Rex Season 7, and here's why.

By Nathan Johnson -

DCU Batman Actor: 10 Best Actors To Play James Gunn's Dark Knight

A new Dark Knight will be hitting the big screen in James Gunn's DCU reboot.

By Klein Felt -

Here's What Happened To Takamura In Sakamoto Days Episode 16

One of Sakamoto Days' most mysterious characters was seemingly taken off the board in its newest episode.

By Klein Felt -

James Gunn Offers First Official Update On DCU’s New Flash

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn is hyping up the DCU's Flash by providing fans with an interesting update.

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The Gilded Age's Mrs. Astor Actress Is a 66-Year-Old Who is a Broadway Legend

Donna Murphy, who played Mrs. Astor in The Gilded Age Season 3, has had an incredible career.

By Nathan Johnson -

MCU’s Next Disney+ Series Reportedly Adds 7 Superheroes & Villains

Several big names are reportedly coming to Marvel Studios' upcoming Marvel Zombies series.

By Klein Felt -

Outlander: Blood of My Blood Family Tree Picture: Jamie Fraser & Dougal MacKenzie Next of Kin

The long-awaited Outlander prequel series is finally here, depicting how two series mainstays came to be.

By Klein Felt -

Butterfly Cast on How Its Parental Relationships Make This Spy-Thriller Different

Daniel Dae Kim and Reina Hardesty's father-daughter relationship is truly unique in this series.

By Russ Milheim -

6 Star Wars Characters Who Deserve a Solo Movie More Than Han

Several familiar faces deserve a shot at a Star Wars movie of their own.

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