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Annie McDonough's Latest The Direct Articles
Warner Bros. Announces DC's Surprise Final Movie of the TomorrowVerse
The Tomorrowverse series of animated movies is coming to a conclusion.
Hailee Steinfeld Joins Florence Pugh and 10 Actors In Special MCU Club
Certain MCU actors have met a very specific piece of criteria to be included in this "club."
James Gunn Gives Perfect Response to Fan Concern About His Superman Movie Cast
The Superman: Legacy director concisely shut down a claim about the film having too many characters.
Will Kevin Feige Quit Marvel Amid Troubles? MCU Insider Reveals Likelihood
After a shaky 2023, is Feige considering abandoning his post as Marvel Studios president?
First Look at The Marvels Post-Credits Scene Art Revealed (SPOILERS)
New designs from Marvel Studios’ Andy Park show a certain much-loved Marvel hero who recently had a surprise cameo.
Young Sheldon Season 7 Release Date Schedule of Episodes Officially Announced
The Big Bang Theory prequel series is entering its final season. Here's when new episodes return.
Tim Burton Throws Shade at The Flash's Nicholas Cage Superman Decision
The fan-favorite director broke down his dissappointment over Flash using elements from his canceled Superman film.
5 New Star Wars Disney+ Shows Now Confirmed to Release In 2024
Nest year, Disney+ will journey to a Galaxy Far, Far Away with some all-new shows and some returning favorites.
Ryan Reynolds Breaks Silence on Taylor Swift's Reported Deadpool 3 Role
Reynolds commented on the music superstar's possible role in the forthcoming Deadpool threequel.
Is Spider-Man 2002 a Thanksgiving Movie?
Parts of the original Tobey Maguire Spidey movie are set during Thanksgiving, but is it really a Thanksgiving film?
The Marvels Director Fought Over This X-Men Decision
Nia DaCosta wanted to make room for Marvel's Merry Mutants in the latest MCU film.
Doctor Who 2023 Special Receives Unsurprising Runtime
Russell T Davies spoke on exactly how long David Tennant's new special runs for.
Marvel Director Blames Cap for the Avengers Losing In Infinity War
The Marvels' Nia DaCosta shared her thoughts on Steve Rogers' sense of heroism.
James Gunn's DC Reboot Casts New Wonder Woman Villain Actress
A member of Wonder Woman's rogues gallery is entering the new DCU with Gunn's Creature Commandos series.
The Marvels Calls Out Elizabeth Olsen's Scarlet Witch In New Footage
A newly-shown Marvels scene concerning Monica's superhero origins makes direct reference to a key WandaVision moment.
2024 Justice League Movie Gets Record-Breaking Runtime
The next entry in DC’s animated Tomorrowverse will have a considerable runtime.
Loki Season 2 Video Reveals Final Episodes' Scenes With Mobius, Renslayer & More
A fan-compiled video shows all the scenes that take place after Loki's jaw-dropping fourth-episode.
Ghosts 2023: CBS Confirms 2-Episode Premiere Date for UK Series
Ghosts, the quirky, paranormal BBC sitcom, on which the popular CBS series is based, will air in the U.S.. Find out when!
Loki S2 Writer Defends Time Travel Scene That Contradicts Avengers: Endgame Rules
Loki’s encounter with Ke Huy Quan’s OB seemingly violated MCU time travel logic. The show's head writer responded.
Disney Confirms 3 Marvel Movies Still Releasing In 2024 (For Now)
There are currently three MCU films on the docket for next year, but what do they always say about best laid plans?
Funko Unveils Historic MCU 12-Character Collection (Photos)
It’s Avengers vs. Avengers with Funko’s latest Marvel diorama offering.
10 Best LEGO Star Wars Sets from The Clone Wars Era, Ranked
Here’s The Direct’s ranking for the 10 best LEGO models to originate from the Clone Wars period of Star Wars!
Marvel Studios Officially Admits It Screwed Up Spider-Man: Homecoming's Timeline
An infamous Spider-Man timeline mistake got called out in the new, official MCU timeline book.
New Fantastic Four Movie Director Addresses Marvel's Recent Troubles
Matt Shakman discussed his directorial process for the Fantastic Four's MCU debut.
Marvel Just Introduced an MCU Villain Deadlier Than Thanos
A particular antagonist from Loki wreaked more havoc than the Mad Titan ever did.
Loki Season 2 Producer Shuts Down Doctor Strange Theory
Executive producer Kevin Wright shed some light on Loki's Balder the Brave reference.
Kevin Feige Issues Statement on MCU Canoncity Amid Fan Disputes
The official MCU timeline book featured some very telling words in Kevin Feige’s foreword.
Marvel Removed This Jonathan Majors Kang Plan from Loki Disney+ Show
The original intent was to have another Kang Variant show up in Loki Season 1.
Aubrey Plaza Announced for 2024 Monsters Inc. Project
Aubrey Plaza was confirmed for a role in the next entry from the Monsters, Inc. universe.
'We Put Out a Banger': Marvel Shocked by Ant-Man 3 Negative Reviews (Report)
Reporter Joanna Robinson revealed Marvel Studios' initial hype for the ill-fated Quantumania.
2025 Superman Movie: New Photo Sparks Fortress of Solitude Theories
New images from James Gunn's travels have many fans wondering if he's scouting the location for Superman's DCU HQ.
DC Producer Explains Why Batman Gets More Movies Than Superman
My Adventures with Superman producer Josie Campbell discussed why the world needs Clark Kent.
Captain Marvel's New Boyfriend In the MCU Just Got Confirmed
Carol Danvers has a new man in her life in The Marvels, but things might not be as they seem.
Marvel Announces Sacha Baron Cohen's Major MCU Casting
The Borat star, who was long rumored to have taken on a Marvel role, was officially confirmed for an upcoming project.
Yes, Disney Almost Made a Jabba the Hutt Star Wars Movie (Confirmed)
Lucasfilm was, at one point, considering a film based around everyone’s favorite slug-like crime lord.
Disney+ Daredevil Reboot Gets Disappointing New Release Window
It looks like Daredevil: Born Again might not be hitting Disney+ anytime soon.
Morgan Elsbeth's Blade of Talzin Sword Explained: How Did the Great Mothers Create It?
In Ahsoka's finale, the Nightsisters of Peridea summoned the mysterious Blade of Talzin. Here's everything known about the sword.
Man of Steel Artist Confirms Controversial Detail About Metropolis Battle
Storyboard artist Jay Oliva commented on the level of destruction in Superman and Zod’s climactic clash.
First Look at Amber Heard's Aquaman 2 Funko Pop Revealed (Photos)
Heard's Mera and several other Aquaman and the Lost Kingdrom characters are featured as Funko Pops.
The Expendables Movies Get Disappointing Streaming Update
The first three cinematic outings for Barney Ross and his band of badasses will soon vacate their streaming home.