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Star Wars: The Bad Batch - How the Premiere Succeeds (And How It Struggles)

The Direct provides a spoiler-free review of Episode 1 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch titled "Aftermath," debuting May 4 on Disney+.

By Savannah Sanders -


Disney+ Releases New Art Showing Kylo Ren, Anakin Skywalker & Many More For Star Wars Day

New art focused on the Star Wars films and shows has been revealed for Disney+'s May the 4th celebration.

By Andrew Gilman -


Marvel's Eternals: 7 Easter Eggs & Plot Hints From New Trailer Footage

Marvel Studios' latest sizzle included The Eternals , and The Direct is here to break down every new piece of footage.

By Tom Drew -


Star Wars Rumor Points To Multiple Animated Movies In the Works at Lucasfilm

A recent rumor suggested that Disney and Lucasfilm are in active development on several animated "films" in the Star Wars universe.

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Mark Ruffalo, Clark Gregg & More MCU Actors React To Marvel's Mega Movie Trailer

Following the release of Marvel Studios' cinematic celebration mega trailer, many members of the franchise's cast and crew have reacted to the new announcements.

By Sam Hargrave -


Disney+ Leak Reveals 2 Original New Star Wars Titles Heading To the Streaming Service

A Reddit leak revealed title cards for Biomes and Vehicle Flythroughs on Disney+, potentially highlighting more details from the worlds of Star Wars.

By Richard Nebens -


Marvel Boss Reveals Doctor Strange 2 Rewrites Caused By WandaVision Changes

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige teased how WandaVision and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness connect through Chaos Magic.

By Richard Nebens -


WandaVision Creator Confirms Meaning of Commercials

WandaVision director Matt Shakman speaks on the use of commercials in the new Disney+ show, as well as the use of the heart as a hidden clue.

By Richard Nebens -


Star Wars Producer Reveals Episode Count of The Bad Batch Season 1

Director Brad Rau revealed that Season 1 of The Bad Batch will consist of 16 episodes.

By Richard Nebens -


Star Wars Unveils Official New Poster For The Bad Batch Disney+ Show

A new character poster showcasing Hunter of The Bad Batch has been officially unveiled.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Marvel Reveals Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3's Official Release Date, New Logo

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 has received an official release date and a brand-new logo.

By Tom Drew -


Marvel's Ant-Man 3 Receives Official Release Date

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania received an official release date in a new sizzle reel posted by Marvel Studios.

By Russ Milheim -


Marvel's Eternals: First Footage of Angelina Jolie, Richard Madden & More Released

Fresh footage from the Phase 4 slate of the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been unveiled in a new sizzle reel.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Zack Snyder's Justice League: Blu-ray Cover Forgets Batman's Eye Makeup

This steel book cover for Zack Snyder's Justice League features a decidedly more "natural" look for Batman.

By Jennifer McDonough -


Avengers: Endgame Composer Reveals Alternate Versions of Portals Scene Music

Composer Alan Silvestri talked about the creative process of the "Portals" track for Avengers: Endgame.

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Spider-Man 3: Tie-In Book Teases Doctor Strange Magic and Mysterious New Location

A tie-in book for Spider-Man: No Way Home teased a location filled with magic and mystery that Peter Parker and his friends might encounter in the film.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Falcon and Winter Soldier: First Look at Anthony Mackie's Captain America Concept Art Revealed

New costume concept art from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier has been revealed in the new episode of Marvel Studios: Assembled.

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Zachary Levi's Shazam 2: Actor Teases Updated Superhero Costumes

Ross Butler took to Instagram and teased new upgrades to the superhero suits in Shazam!: Fury of the Gods.

By Richard Nebens -


The Batman: New Look at Robert Pattinson's Superhero Revealed By Leaked Merch

A Reddit leak revealed a new look at Robert Pattinson's Batman suit and the Batmoblie from 2022's The Batman.

By Richard Nebens -


Batman Forever Producer Teases Release of Darker Director's Cut

Producer Akiva Goldsman teased the existence of a director's cut of 1995's Batman Forever.

By Richard Nebens -


Justice League: New Photo Shows Green Lantern Actor In Mo-Cap Costume On Set

A new behind-the-scenes photo from Zack Snyder's Justice League shows Wayne T. Carr on set.

By Tom Drew -


Avengers: Endgame: Tessa Thompson Reveals New Set Photo Featuring Tom Holland

Tessa Thompson posted three pictures from the set of Avengers: Endgame on Instagram to celebrate National Superhero Day.

By Richard Nebens -


Ms. Marvel Disney+: First Look at MCU Costume Revealed In Set Photos

New set photos showcase a first look at Iman Vellani in her Ms. Marvel costume for the MCU Disney+ series.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Falcon and Winter Soldier: Alternate Costume For Sebastian Stan's White Wolf Revealed

Concept art for Bucky Barnes in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier shows him with a white and gold prosthetic.

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Chris Evans Cameo In Falcon and the Winter Soldier Was Discussed By Marvel

The showrunner for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier revealed that a Chris Evans cameo was discussed at Marvel Studios.

By Russ Milheim -


Black Panther 2: Michael B. Jordan Cautiously Avoids Confirming His Marvel Return

Micheal B. Jordan once again kept mum on his involvement with Black Panther 2 in a recent interview.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Samuel L. Jackson's Secret Invasion: Actor Killian Scott In Talks For Marvel Disney+ Show

Marvel's Disney+ series Secret Invasion adds Killian Scott.

By Russ Milheim -


Marvel Kept Chris Evans' Captain America Status a Secret From Falcon and Winter Soldier's Creator

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Creator was not given information on what happened to Chris Evans' Captain America by Marvel.

By Russ Milheim -


DC Reveals First Official Look at The CW's Newest Superhero, Naomi

DC Comics reveals the first look at the upcoming CW show Naomi.

By Russ Milheim -


The Flash Movie: New Set Photos Reveal Wayne Manor For Michael Keaton's Batman

A new batch of set photos from Ezra Miller's The Flash reveals the first look at Wayne Manor of Michael Keaton's Batman.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Star Wars Set Photos Reveal New Location For Andor Disney+ Series

A new batch of set photos from the production of Andor reveals a cantina-themed location for the Disney+ series.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Why Kevin Feige Wants the Marvel Cinematic Universe To Continue

Marvel CCO Kevin Feige has explained the studio's motivation to continue producing films in the MCU while revealing the point at which the cinematic universe could one day end.

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HBO Max's Green Lantern Series Casts American Horror Story's Finn Wittrock In Leading Role

Warner Bros. has reportedly cast Finn Wittrock as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern in the upcoming HBO Max show.

By Russ Milheim -


Falcon and Winter Soldier Creator Reveals Why Tom Holland's Spider-Man Didn't Appear

A Spider-Man cameo in the last episode of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier was briefly considered but shutdown by Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige.

By Pierre Chanliau -


Marvel's Eternals Casts Lead Actress From Director's First Feature Film

Marvel Studios cast Jashaun St. John in an undisclosed role in Chloe Zhao's Eternals.

By Richard Nebens -


Star Wars Day: Official Poster Omits The Mandalorian, Highlights Skywalker Saga

Star Wars shares the official poster for 2021's May the 4th or Star Wars Day that omits characters from the Prequel Trilogy and Disney's Sequel Trilogy.

By Savannah Sanders -


Marvel Boss Reveals Why the MCU Has So Many Indie Directors

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige recently sat down with Variety to praise Marvel's indie filmmakers as Eternals director Chloe Zhao takes home two Oscars for Nomadland.

By Sam Hargrave -


Marvel Producer Reveals Biggest Worry With Anthony Mackie's Captain America Costume

The cast and crew of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier spoke on Sam Wilson's new Captain America suit.

By Richard Nebens -


Black Adam Movie Casts Sitcom Version of Dwayne Johnson, Uli Latukefu, In Mystery Role

Uli Latukefu was cast in the Black Adam movie in the DCEU, although his role hasn't yet been confirmed.

By Richard Nebens -


Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts Rumors Addressed By Falcon and Winter Soldier Creator

Nate Moore and Malcolm Spellman teased why the Thunderbolts weren't explored more in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

By Richard Nebens -


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