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School Spirits Season 4 Star Sarah Yarkin's New Short Film 'Visitors' Makes You Question Everything

Sarah Yarkin stars as a pregnant woman questioning her reality during a possible alien invasion.

By Russ Milheim -


Thrilljoy Makes MEGACON Orlando Debut with Long Lines & Sold Out PIX (Exclusive)

The Direct spoke with former Funko CEO Brian Mariotti about what's new at his collectibles company Thrilljoy.

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Anima Is a Timeless Tale That Explores the Beauty and Complications of a Digital Afterlife

Anima tells a story of a world where you can upload your consciousness into a digital afterlife.

By Russ Milheim -


The Meg 3 Gets Discouraging Status Update From 'The Trench' Director Ben Wheatley (Exclusive)

Fans looking for a third Jason Statham shark movie might be out of luck.

By David Thompson -


Brian Is a SXSW 2026 Movie That Shines a Spotlight on the Unseen

The Direct spoke with stars William H. Macy and Randall Park to talk all about their new film Brian.

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Zeno Robinson Breaks Down His Roles in Spider-Man, My Hero Academia, and Demon Slayer (Exclusive)

Known for voicing fan-favorite anime characters, Zeno Robinson gave fans a look behind the scenes at some of the shows he's involved with.

By David Thompson -


DC Studios' Jimmy Olsen Show Confirmed To Be a 'Crime Mystery Comedy' By Superman Spin-off Showrunner Dan Perrault (Exclusive)

DC Studios' Superman spin-off focusing on Skyler Gisondo's Jimmy Olsen is a rare genre blend.

By Lauren Rouse -


Dakota Fanning Debunks Marvel Casting Rumors While Leaving the Door Open For Future MCU Roles: 'I'd Be Down' (Exclusive)

Dakota Fanning addressed the chances of possibly joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a future project.

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Paradise Season 2's Big Reunion Was Almost Very Different

Season 2, Episode 7 of Paradise featured a reunion fans have been waiting for since the first season.

By Russ Milheim -


Godzilla's Axis Mundi and Hollow Earth in the Monsterverse Finally Gets Explained

The Monsterverse movies clearly explain Hollow Earth, but the existence of Axis Mundi left viewers confused.

By Russ Milheim -


Here's What Daredevil & Kingpin's Shame Rooms In Thunderbolts Would've Looked Like, According to Charlie Cox & Vincent D'Onofrio (Exclusive)

Charlie Cox gets honest about what Matt Murdock would've seen in his shame room if he were affected by the Void.

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Peacemaker Star Freddie Stroma Admits His DCU Future as the Superhero Vigilante Is Being Completely Hidden From Him By James Gunn (Exclusive)

Freddie Stroma addressed his DCU future as Vigilante after the wild events of Peacemaker Season 2's finale.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Invincible Showrunners Tease the Show's Most Brutal Scene Yet, "Did We Go Too Far?"

Invincible has always been a violent series, but Season 4 somehow manages to level it up.

By Russ Milheim -


Fallout Season 3: Justin Theroux Casts Uncertainty on Mr. House's Return: 'I'm Not Even Sure I'm Gonna Be There' (Exclusive)

Justin Theroux revealed what he knows so far about returning as Mr. House in Fallout Season 3 on Prime Video.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Introduces a Brand New Matt Murdock

Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio have played Daredevil and Kingpin for a while, so here's what's new once Born Again Season 2 premieres on Disney+.

By Russ Milheim -


Nick Offerman's New Animated Movie 'The Pout-Pout Fish' Is Not Finding Nemo—This Is Why

Nick Offerman plays Mr. Fish, a fish with a pout-pout face who must help a wish come true.

By Russ Milheim -


A Safe Distance Provides SXSW 2026 With an Unconventional Romance and Meditation on Morality

A Safe Distance follows a woman who, after a bad breakup, runs into a couple in the forest.

By Russ Milheim -


Hitman TV Series Is Officially Dead (Exclusive)

It looks like Hitman will not be the next video game adaptation success on streaming.

By David Thompson -


Paradise Episode 6's Doomsday Man Will Ultimately Get Explained During the Hulu Show, Confirms Producer John Hoberg (Exclusive)

Season 2, Episode 6 of Paradise finally gave Jane a backstory, and it all began with a crazy man.

By Russ Milheim -


SXSW Standout Film Ugly Cry Is 2026's The Substance - But Probably Better

Many know of the recent hit horror movie The Substance, but Ugly Cry plays its message better.

By Russ Milheim -


Young Justice Season 5 Prospects Get Clarified Amid Warner Bros. Sale By Cyborg Actor Zeno Robinson (Exclusive)

The voice of Cyborg in Young Justice gave an update on the future of the animated DC series.

By David Thompson -


'Avatar' Star Trinity Bliss Responds to MCU X-Men Jubilee Casting Rumors (Exclusive)

One of the best fan casts for 2028's X-Men reboot has been officially acknowledged by the actress.

By David Thompson -


Invincible TV Creator Robert Kirkman Teases Future Spin-off Possibilities: 'There's Certainly Corners of This Universe We'd Love To Explore More' (Exclusive)

Invincible creator Robert Kirkman was honest about the possibility of making spinoffs set in Mark Grayson's universe.

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Son of Star Trek Creator Is Convinced Paramount's New Owners Will Actually Make the Franchise Better (Exclusive)

The Star Trek team seems to feel as though the franchise is in good hands at Paramount.

By Nathan Johnson -


School Spirits Season 4 Story Details Revealed By Kristian Ventura: 'Even More Body Swaps' (Exclusive)

School Spirits Season 4 isn't confirmed yet, but this is what you can expect when—and if—it is.

By Russ Milheim -


Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Confirms Matt Murdock's Next Romance: 'There's a Dependence' (Exclusive)

Speaking with The Direct, Deborah Ann Woll teased Matt and Karen's relationship in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.

By Gillian Blum -


School Spirits Star Confirms the Insane Scene That Was Cut From Season 3

Season 3 of School Spirits was jam-packed, but a key hallucination scene was cut from Maddie's story.

By Russ Milheim -


Bobby Moynihan Reveals How Pixar's Hoppers Let Him Flex His Comedic Muscles In New Ways

Bobby Moynihan plays King George, a beaver who is key to Hopper's wonderful comedy.

By Russ Milheim -


School Spirits Season 3 Star Admits the Finale Ending 'Felt So Wrong' Because 'It Was Too Perfect'

Season 3 of School Spirits seems to work out for many characters, which is unusual for the show.

By Russ Milheim -


National Treasure 3 Gets Promising Status Update From Producer Jerry Bruckheimer (Exclusive)

Jerry Bruckheimer reassured fans that National Treasure 3 is still coming along.

By Lauren Rouse -


Hoppers Is the Craziest Pixar Movie Yet, and It Could Have Been Even Crazier (Exclusive)

Hoppers involves body-swapping and flying sharks, both of which are absolute insanity from start to finish.

By Russ Milheim -


KPop Demon Hunters 2 Sequel Story Ideas Revealed by Sony Animation Producer Michelle Wong (Exclusive)

KPop Demon Hunters producer Michelle Wong wants to explore the backstory of these major characters in a sequel.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Paradise Season 2's Shocking Episode 4 Death Almost Didn't Happen

One key character bites the dust in Episode 4 of Paradise Season 2, but they almost stuck around.

By Russ Milheim -


Pirates of the Caribbean 6 Producer Confirms Johnny Depp's Return as Jack Sparrow Is Being Planned: 'If It's Up To Me, He'll Be In It' (Exclusive)

The upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean movie finally received a much-needed update regarding Johnny Depp.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


In the Blink of an Eye Tells Three Stories Across Time—One Was More Challenging Than the Rest

In the Blink of an Eye's story takes place in the time of cavemen, the present day, and the far future.

By Russ Milheim -


Operation Taco Gary's Is a Conspiracy Fueled Comedy That "Had One Chance to Be Funny"

Aliens, conspiracy theories, and a crazy brother; what more could you ask for in a comedy? Here's all you need to know about Operation: Taco Gary's.

By Russ Milheim -


Predator: Badlands Star Knows What Alien Franchise Monster Dek Should Fight Next (Exclusive)

The Direct interviewed Predator: Badlands star Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi about Dek's hopeful next fight and more.

By Jeff Ewing -


Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2's Kong: Skull Island Connections Explained By Star

Monarch's Season 1 finale promised Kong, and Season 2 delivers, further connecting the timelines.

By Russ Milheim -


Georgina Campbell's Final Girl Has Nothing to Lose In Psycho Killer

Georgina Campbell plays Detective Jane Archer in the movie Psycho Killer, and she wants to end the Satanic Slasher.

By Russ Milheim -


Scrubs Star Zach Braff Assigned 'The Pitt' as Homework To Prepare For New Revival Series (Exclusive)

Scrubs icon Zach Braff, who plays JD, is a fan of HBO Max's The Pitt and used it as guidance.

By Russ Milheim -