Who needs Netflix and Prime? BBC iPlayer has a terrific collection of films to watch – here’s our updated list of what to watch right now (and when they’re leaving the service).
Whilst all eyes tend to be on streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime when it comes to movie updates, on the quiet the BBC iPlayer service continues to play host to a limited, diverse selection of films. What’s more, a good number of them you can download to your tablet to watch on the move.
So, without further ado, welcome to the weekly updated iPlayer film list. This list will be updated every week with the test available data from the BBC, in order of how long you have left to watch (so you can prioritise your viewing pleasure)
New! – denotes all new movies this week!
Brand-new This Week: The Heat, The Power of the Dog,...
Whilst all eyes tend to be on streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime when it comes to movie updates, on the quiet the BBC iPlayer service continues to play host to a limited, diverse selection of films. What’s more, a good number of them you can download to your tablet to watch on the move.
So, without further ado, welcome to the weekly updated iPlayer film list. This list will be updated every week with the test available data from the BBC, in order of how long you have left to watch (so you can prioritise your viewing pleasure)
New! – denotes all new movies this week!
Brand-new This Week: The Heat, The Power of the Dog,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Em McGowan
- Film Stories
Captain America: Civil War is considered to be one of the best films the Marvel Cinematic Universe has had to offer. Keeping the storyline aside, such intense love for the film came because fans got to see their favorite Marvel superheroes together on the screen. The airport fight scene is still one of the fandom’s favorites! However, Chris Hemsworth was clearly missing from the party.
Captain America: Civil War (2016)
When Chris Hemsworth realized Captain America: Civil War was a thing and that many of his “friends from work” were going to be in it, he was quite worried about his future in the MCU. He came to the conclusion that Thor was being kicked out of the superhero universe and decided to confront the higher-ups about the fiasco.
Chris Hemsworth Worried He Was Out of the MCU Chris Hemsworth in Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
While the Avengers were on a press tour for Age of Ultron,...
Captain America: Civil War (2016)
When Chris Hemsworth realized Captain America: Civil War was a thing and that many of his “friends from work” were going to be in it, he was quite worried about his future in the MCU. He came to the conclusion that Thor was being kicked out of the superhero universe and decided to confront the higher-ups about the fiasco.
Chris Hemsworth Worried He Was Out of the MCU Chris Hemsworth in Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
While the Avengers were on a press tour for Age of Ultron,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Directing highly anticipated films in renowned franchises like the Marvel Cinematic Universe is always considered a tough job that requires dedication, commitment, and mutual effort between the cast, crew, and the filmmaker. But seemingly, Avengers: Age of Ultron director Joss Whedon faced a bit more difficulty than usual, perhaps due to his cast of superheroes.
Chris Hemsworth in and as MCU’s Thor
Making things excessively difficult for Joss Whedon than it actually was, the MCU cast of superheroes caused an exhausting journey for the director as he helmed two massive tent-poles for the MCU. Cracking up their co-stars and ruining takes, Thor actor Chris Hemsworth revealed during an interview with MTV, how they all unanimously awakened Whedon’s fury while filming.
Joss Whedon Had a Frustrating Journey Directing His MCU Films
When it comes to directing highly anticipated projects for billion-dollar-worth franchises with immense popularity, filmmakers face obvious pressure and expectations surrounding the film.
Chris Hemsworth in and as MCU’s Thor
Making things excessively difficult for Joss Whedon than it actually was, the MCU cast of superheroes caused an exhausting journey for the director as he helmed two massive tent-poles for the MCU. Cracking up their co-stars and ruining takes, Thor actor Chris Hemsworth revealed during an interview with MTV, how they all unanimously awakened Whedon’s fury while filming.
Joss Whedon Had a Frustrating Journey Directing His MCU Films
When it comes to directing highly anticipated projects for billion-dollar-worth franchises with immense popularity, filmmakers face obvious pressure and expectations surrounding the film.
- 4/10/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Everyone is well-aware of the outstanding achievements that Robert Downey Jr. managed to amass in the film industry ever since he took on the role of Tony Stark in the first film of the MCU, which was none other than Iron Man.
But as the saying goes, behind every successful man is a story, which in Rdj’s case, is filled with dark and destructive events and situations.
Robert Downey Jr. in a still from Oppenheimer
While his dark past is well documented and equally well-known, many might not know how his co-stars felt about working with him during those times. Shedding light on this, his co-star James Spader, who worked with him in 1987’s Less Than Zero, revealed that when he was on set with the star, his heart broke seeing him in such a terrible state.
James Spader Reveals How Awful He Felt About Robert Downey Jr. When...
But as the saying goes, behind every successful man is a story, which in Rdj’s case, is filled with dark and destructive events and situations.
Robert Downey Jr. in a still from Oppenheimer
While his dark past is well documented and equally well-known, many might not know how his co-stars felt about working with him during those times. Shedding light on this, his co-star James Spader, who worked with him in 1987’s Less Than Zero, revealed that when he was on set with the star, his heart broke seeing him in such a terrible state.
James Spader Reveals How Awful He Felt About Robert Downey Jr. When...
- 4/10/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
Fans who are eager to experience—or re-experience—Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ Dune: Part Two in IMAX will have even further opportunities to view the film in theaters as the critically acclaimed blockbuster extends its run in the format’s top 20 markets across North America. Beginning Friday, April 19, fans will have two additional weeks to see the film in IMAX.
This includes 70Mm IMAX in two locales: Los Angeles’s Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk and New York City’s AMC Lincoln Square 13. The announcement was made today by Jeff Goldstein, President, Domestic Distribution at Warner Bros. Pictures.
“The incredible response to this film has proven that Denis Villeneuve has crafted an unmissable cinematic experience for audiences, whether they are fans of the first film or discovering this world for the first time through ‘Dune: Part Two,'” said Goldstein.
“The fans have spoken, and we, along with...
This includes 70Mm IMAX in two locales: Los Angeles’s Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk and New York City’s AMC Lincoln Square 13. The announcement was made today by Jeff Goldstein, President, Domestic Distribution at Warner Bros. Pictures.
“The incredible response to this film has proven that Denis Villeneuve has crafted an unmissable cinematic experience for audiences, whether they are fans of the first film or discovering this world for the first time through ‘Dune: Part Two,'” said Goldstein.
“The fans have spoken, and we, along with...
- 4/9/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Marvel’s Avengers can be described as many things, but a successful game is not one of them, and the live service structure that Square Enix and Crystal Dynamics went with is one of the culprits. Failing to achieve the same success as the live-action films from the MCU, the game had the potential to improve where the films lacked, but it turned out to be a major disappointment.
Marvel’s Avengers Could Have Utilized Ultron Better Than the MCU
James Spader made his first and last appearance as Ultron in Avengers: Age of Ultron, and a version of the character was teased in Marvel’s Avengers.
The game was originally conceived with the idea of constant updates and content support from developers and an overarching story meant to span multiple seasons. Ultron was meant to appear as a villain, and actor Jim Meskimen had already recorded dialogue before the untimely cancellation.
Marvel’s Avengers Could Have Utilized Ultron Better Than the MCU
James Spader made his first and last appearance as Ultron in Avengers: Age of Ultron, and a version of the character was teased in Marvel’s Avengers.
The game was originally conceived with the idea of constant updates and content support from developers and an overarching story meant to span multiple seasons. Ultron was meant to appear as a villain, and actor Jim Meskimen had already recorded dialogue before the untimely cancellation.
- 4/8/2024
- by Rouvin Josef Quirimit
- FandomWire
Joe Simon and Jack Kirby created Captain America in 1940 as a symbol of American propaganda. Enhanced by a powerful steroid, Steve Rogers was given over to the American military, given a colorful, American flag costume, and ordered to pummel Nazis. Indeed, on the cover of "Captain America Comics" #1, Steve can be seen punching Adolf Hitler in the face. After WWII ended, Captain America has been adrift in Marvel Comics, only finding usefulness as the leader of a ragtag group of other superbeings. It's astonishing how successful the character has been in the last 60 years or so, given that he clearly exists as a still-living relic of the Greatest Generation.
In 1944, Captain America first appeared in cinemas as the star of a 15-part Republic Pictures serial starring Dick Purcell. The character was altered dramatically for the serial, however. Instead of a weakling soldier named Steve Roger enhanced by steroids, Captain American...
In 1944, Captain America first appeared in cinemas as the star of a 15-part Republic Pictures serial starring Dick Purcell. The character was altered dramatically for the serial, however. Instead of a weakling soldier named Steve Roger enhanced by steroids, Captain American...
- 4/8/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
The TV production industry continues to roar back after Covid setbacks and union strike delays, although many series with great hopes, disappeared after only one season:
ABC
$100,000 Pyramid, The (renewed)
20/20 (renewed)
American Housewife (canceled; five seasons)
American Idol (renewed)
America's Funniest Home Videos (renewed)A Million Little Things (canceled; after Season 5)Bachelor, The (renewed)
Bachelorette, The (renewed)
Bachelor in Paradise (renewed)
Baker and the Beauty (canceled; one season)
Big Sky (renewed)Black-ish (canceled; after Season 8) Bless This Mess (canceled; two seasons)Call Your Mother (canceled; one season)Card SharksCelebrity Family Feud (renewed)
Conners, The (renewed)
Dancing With The Stars (renewed)
Don't (canceled; one season)Emergence (canceled; one season)
For Life (canceled; after Season 2)
Fresh Off The Boat (canceled; six seasons)
Good Doctor, The (renewed)
Grand Hotel (canceled; one season)
Goldbergs, The (renewed)
Grey's Anatomy (Season 18)
Great Christmas Light Fight (renewed)
Holey Moley (canceled; after Season 4)
How To Get Away With Murder...
ABC
$100,000 Pyramid, The (renewed)
20/20 (renewed)
American Housewife (canceled; five seasons)
American Idol (renewed)
America's Funniest Home Videos (renewed)A Million Little Things (canceled; after Season 5)Bachelor, The (renewed)
Bachelorette, The (renewed)
Bachelor in Paradise (renewed)
Baker and the Beauty (canceled; one season)
Big Sky (renewed)Black-ish (canceled; after Season 8) Bless This Mess (canceled; two seasons)Call Your Mother (canceled; one season)Card SharksCelebrity Family Feud (renewed)
Conners, The (renewed)
Dancing With The Stars (renewed)
Don't (canceled; one season)Emergence (canceled; one season)
For Life (canceled; after Season 2)
Fresh Off The Boat (canceled; six seasons)
Good Doctor, The (renewed)
Grand Hotel (canceled; one season)
Goldbergs, The (renewed)
Grey's Anatomy (Season 18)
Great Christmas Light Fight (renewed)
Holey Moley (canceled; after Season 4)
How To Get Away With Murder...
- 4/4/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Jon Favreau On Robert Downey Jr As Iron Man. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Robert Downey Jr turns 59 today! Rdj has entertained the audience for three decades or more with incredible stories, characters and performances. After working in Hollywood for many years, Robert won his first Oscar Award this year for his performance in Christopher Nolan’s 2023 film, Oppenheimer. However, one character that fans will never stop associating him with is Iron Man.
In 2008, Marvel released Iron Man, and it forever changed the fate of the studio and also Robert Downey Jr! Due to his drug addiction, the Tropic Thunder actor was often arrested between 1996 to 2001. Hence, Rdj didn’t really have a great reputation in Hollywood. However, director Jon Favreau’s faith in him and Robert’s charismatic screen presence and impeccable performance as Tony Stark/Iron Man changed everything.
But did you know that when Jon Favreau initially approached Marvel Studios...
Robert Downey Jr turns 59 today! Rdj has entertained the audience for three decades or more with incredible stories, characters and performances. After working in Hollywood for many years, Robert won his first Oscar Award this year for his performance in Christopher Nolan’s 2023 film, Oppenheimer. However, one character that fans will never stop associating him with is Iron Man.
In 2008, Marvel released Iron Man, and it forever changed the fate of the studio and also Robert Downey Jr! Due to his drug addiction, the Tropic Thunder actor was often arrested between 1996 to 2001. Hence, Rdj didn’t really have a great reputation in Hollywood. However, director Jon Favreau’s faith in him and Robert’s charismatic screen presence and impeccable performance as Tony Stark/Iron Man changed everything.
But did you know that when Jon Favreau initially approached Marvel Studios...
- 4/4/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Married at First Sight viewers were hopeful that Chloe Brown and Michael Shiakallis would be the one couple to stay married this season, but they were left utterly disappointed.
Michael is one getting the brunt of the backlash since he chose to get divorced while Chloe wanted to stay married.
The 38-year-old has seen negative comments online from many people expressing regret that he got a second chance at marriage.
Michael responded to the criticism and told viewers, “I understand the disappointment.”
However, he’s waiting until after the reunion to spill the tea on what we didn’t see.
Meanwhile, we saw Michael’s sheer audacity to claim he wasn’t ready for marriage on Decision Day despite convincing the experts and TV viewers otherwise.
Everyone was disappointed for the jilted groom when the runway bride took away his chance at marriage, and people were excited when the experts...
Michael is one getting the brunt of the backlash since he chose to get divorced while Chloe wanted to stay married.
The 38-year-old has seen negative comments online from many people expressing regret that he got a second chance at marriage.
Michael responded to the criticism and told viewers, “I understand the disappointment.”
However, he’s waiting until after the reunion to spill the tea on what we didn’t see.
Meanwhile, we saw Michael’s sheer audacity to claim he wasn’t ready for marriage on Decision Day despite convincing the experts and TV viewers otherwise.
Everyone was disappointed for the jilted groom when the runway bride took away his chance at marriage, and people were excited when the experts...
- 4/2/2024
- by Alicea James
- Monsters and Critics
The upcoming action entertainer film ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, which stars Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and action star Tiger Shroff in the lead, has its action choreography designed by renowned choreographer Craig Macrae. Craig is known for films like ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ and ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’.
In Hindi cinema, he has also done films like the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer ‘Jawan’, ‘Pathaan’ and the Hrithik Roshan-starrer ‘War’, which also starred Tiger Shroff.
From heart-pounding stunts on aircraft to intricately choreographed fight sequences, audiences will be treated to a spectacle in ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’.
Talking about the action choreography of the film, producer Jackky Bhagnani said: “We were determined to offer audiences a once-in-a-lifetime cinematic experience with our action sequences. I believed in Ali’s vision, and what you see in the movie is the result of that collaboration.”
The film also features Malayalam superstar Prithviraj Sukumaran,...
In Hindi cinema, he has also done films like the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer ‘Jawan’, ‘Pathaan’ and the Hrithik Roshan-starrer ‘War’, which also starred Tiger Shroff.
From heart-pounding stunts on aircraft to intricately choreographed fight sequences, audiences will be treated to a spectacle in ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’.
Talking about the action choreography of the film, producer Jackky Bhagnani said: “We were determined to offer audiences a once-in-a-lifetime cinematic experience with our action sequences. I believed in Ali’s vision, and what you see in the movie is the result of that collaboration.”
The film also features Malayalam superstar Prithviraj Sukumaran,...
- 4/1/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
It began with 2008’s “Iron Man,” a film that introduced the world to Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark with the hint that he could be part of something greater. Thirty-two films later, the story of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is still being told, albeit with various tributaries and detours that introduce new characters and new worlds that may or may not cross paths one day. Each film in the MCU stands on its own to some degree, but like building blocks, they all connect as part of one interconnected universe. And in that way, watching the Marvel movies in order tells one grand story.
There are a couple of different ways to watch the Marvel movies in order, but below we run down how to watch the MCU in chronological and release date order. Indeed, some films like “Captain Marvel” and “Captain America: The First Avenger” are full-on prequels...
There are a couple of different ways to watch the Marvel movies in order, but below we run down how to watch the MCU in chronological and release date order. Indeed, some films like “Captain Marvel” and “Captain America: The First Avenger” are full-on prequels...
- 3/30/2024
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
Since the Infinity Stones saga ended, Marvel has tried to expand the stories on the television screen. The MCU has flourished on the small screen, as it allows more room and time for character development.
The studio has found critical success, and the quality of the stories was not affected by the change. However, as several series came under the expanded universe of Marvel, Disney is still far from making one of their most beloved shows part of the current MCU timeline—Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
So far the series is beyond the canon events of the MCU (Source: Agents of the S.H.I.E.L.D.)
Why has Disney not made Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. canon yet?
Marvel has released a spate of TV shows in the last few years. So far, all of them have hit the mark and...
The studio has found critical success, and the quality of the stories was not affected by the change. However, as several series came under the expanded universe of Marvel, Disney is still far from making one of their most beloved shows part of the current MCU timeline—Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
So far the series is beyond the canon events of the MCU (Source: Agents of the S.H.I.E.L.D.)
Why has Disney not made Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. canon yet?
Marvel has released a spate of TV shows in the last few years. So far, all of them have hit the mark and...
- 3/27/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
British Actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson Rumored as Next 007 The iconic role of James Bond, a character that has become synonymous with suave espionage and British sophistication, might soon be portrayed by Aaron Taylor-Johnson. The British actor, known for his roles in ‘Kick-Ass’ and ‘Avengers: Age Of Ultron’, could become the seventh actor to step into the stylish shoes of 007. Despite the rumors and offers, Taylor-Johnson remains focused on his current projects, which include ‘The Fall Guy’, ‘Kraven the Hunter’, and ‘Nosferatu’. Controversy Over Potential Casting While many fans are excited about the possibility of Aaron Taylor-Johnson taking on the
The post Boycott Threats by Fans Over Potential Jewish James Bond Actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson first appeared on TVovermind.
The post Boycott Threats by Fans Over Potential Jewish James Bond Actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson first appeared on TVovermind.
- 3/27/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Hayley Atwell’s Captain Carter appeared in plenty of Marvel-based projects. She played the role of alternative Captain America most recently in ‘What If…?’ Season 2 and most of the episodes featured her to some extent. She also appeared in ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ as an Avenger and a founding member of the Illuminati. In 2018, she fought in the Infinity War and helped defeat Thanos in the Battle of Titan. Later, she voted to execute Doctor Strange due to his use of the Darkhold, which led to a multiversal incursion.
Captain Carter also had her own show in pre-Disney+ days titled ‘Agent Carter’ which was pretty successful with the fans. Now in the most recent Q&a, Alex Perez confirmed that Captain Carter will still be a massive part of the Marvel Multiverse, as she will appear again in ‘What If…?’ Season 3 and apparently will play a role...
Captain Carter also had her own show in pre-Disney+ days titled ‘Agent Carter’ which was pretty successful with the fans. Now in the most recent Q&a, Alex Perez confirmed that Captain Carter will still be a massive part of the Marvel Multiverse, as she will appear again in ‘What If…?’ Season 3 and apparently will play a role...
- 3/25/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
From its very inception, Marvel Cinematic Universe has been giving box office hits. Throughout the years, we have seen many acclaimed directors helming MCU films. With each passing year, the MCU kept captivating audiences with its complex storylines.
Marvel Cinematic Universe
From Jon Favreau to James Gunn, Alan Taylor to the Russo Brothers, everyone somehow contributed to MCU’s legacy and box office success and made it a juggernaut.
Suggested“I wish you were in it!”: Forget the MCU, Timothée Chalamet wants his own ‘Musical Cinematic Universe’ with Austin Butler’s Elvis
Here, we present the top 5 MCU directors in terms of box office average.
Shane Black
Shane Black directed Iron Man 3, which was Robert Downey Jr.’s last solo outing. This film became the highest-grossing installment in the Iron Man franchise, with a whopping $1,215,392,272 collection at the worldwide box office.
Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark in...
Marvel Cinematic Universe
From Jon Favreau to James Gunn, Alan Taylor to the Russo Brothers, everyone somehow contributed to MCU’s legacy and box office success and made it a juggernaut.
Suggested“I wish you were in it!”: Forget the MCU, Timothée Chalamet wants his own ‘Musical Cinematic Universe’ with Austin Butler’s Elvis
Here, we present the top 5 MCU directors in terms of box office average.
Shane Black
Shane Black directed Iron Man 3, which was Robert Downey Jr.’s last solo outing. This film became the highest-grossing installment in the Iron Man franchise, with a whopping $1,215,392,272 collection at the worldwide box office.
Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark in...
- 3/25/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
In 2016, I attended a conversation between filmmaker Joss Whedon and actor Mark Ruffalo, who Whedon recruited to star in "The Avengers" as Bruce Banner/The Hulk. Hosted by the Tribeca Film Festival, this was the same one where Whedon said "Avengers: Age of Ultron" made him feel like "a miserable failure."
During the talk, Whedon confessed how he feels that he lacks the eye of a great director. This moment of vulnerability by Whedon stuck out to me because it echoed criticism of his work I'd absorbed online as a budding cinephile. These critics would argue that Whedon's directing never matured past middling TV-level craft, as seen on "Buffy The Vampire Slayer." At the time, I was one of the Whedon faithful and stubbornly refused to see it, but my mind has been cleared now.
Gita Jackson, writing for Vice in 2022, argues that while Whedon is a screenwriter, he never...
During the talk, Whedon confessed how he feels that he lacks the eye of a great director. This moment of vulnerability by Whedon stuck out to me because it echoed criticism of his work I'd absorbed online as a budding cinephile. These critics would argue that Whedon's directing never matured past middling TV-level craft, as seen on "Buffy The Vampire Slayer." At the time, I was one of the Whedon faithful and stubbornly refused to see it, but my mind has been cleared now.
Gita Jackson, writing for Vice in 2022, argues that while Whedon is a screenwriter, he never...
- 3/24/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Reports are surfacing that Aaron Taylor-Johnson might’ve been offered the role of iconic 007 after Daniel Craig’s exit. Even the actor himself has remained tight-lipped on the rumors, which is only adding to the speculation about whether he’s been offered the role.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Lieutenant Ford in Godzilla
While rumors swirled about him becoming James Bond, he admitted to hate big tentpole movies. The rising star who shot to fame with action-packed films like Kick-Ass, Godzilla, and Avengers: Age of Ultron, has revealed that he used to prefer working on smaller projects rather than major movie franchises.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Surprising Revelation About Big Franchises
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Pietro Maximoff/Quicksilver in Avengers: Age of Ultron
In a talk with Esquire magazine, Aaron Taylor-Johnson said he actually preferred smaller projects over big blockbuster movies. He explained:
“There was ‘Kick-Ass’ and then there was ‘Godzilla’ and ‘Avengers,’ and...
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Lieutenant Ford in Godzilla
While rumors swirled about him becoming James Bond, he admitted to hate big tentpole movies. The rising star who shot to fame with action-packed films like Kick-Ass, Godzilla, and Avengers: Age of Ultron, has revealed that he used to prefer working on smaller projects rather than major movie franchises.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Surprising Revelation About Big Franchises
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Pietro Maximoff/Quicksilver in Avengers: Age of Ultron
In a talk with Esquire magazine, Aaron Taylor-Johnson said he actually preferred smaller projects over big blockbuster movies. He explained:
“There was ‘Kick-Ass’ and then there was ‘Godzilla’ and ‘Avengers,’ and...
- 3/23/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
Actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson was confirmed to be playing Sergei Kravinoff / Kraven the Hunter in Kraven the Hunter in May 2021. The film, which is set in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe (Ssu), will focus on Kraven, one of the most popular villains in the Marvel Universe. Thanks to Insomniac Games’ 2023 game, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, the character was popularised among a wider audience and now, fans are looking forward to this film.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in and as Kraven The Hunter
Taylor-Johnson is already under pressure and he has made it clear in his latest interview that he finds it really hard to please the studios as well as the fans. In the past, many of Sony’s Spider-Man Universe films have failed terribly, so fans hope that Sony doesn’t butcher Kraven but Taylor-Johnson seems confident.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson talks about the hardships of playing Kraven the Hunter
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Kraven the Hunter
Actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson,...
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in and as Kraven The Hunter
Taylor-Johnson is already under pressure and he has made it clear in his latest interview that he finds it really hard to please the studios as well as the fans. In the past, many of Sony’s Spider-Man Universe films have failed terribly, so fans hope that Sony doesn’t butcher Kraven but Taylor-Johnson seems confident.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson talks about the hardships of playing Kraven the Hunter
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Kraven the Hunter
Actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson,...
- 3/20/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
Since the last couple of Sony’s Spiderverse films have proven to be failures, people are now quite skeptical of what to expect from the franchise going forward. But to put everyone at ease, Aaron Taylor-Johnson in the past was seen in the trailer of the upcoming Kraven The Hunter.
From the initial impressions, people are somewhat hopeful that it will prove to be like the Venom films for the cinematic universe when it releases.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in and as Kraven The Hunter
It seems like the star is aware of these stakes that are on his shoulders to make good on, which is why he delved deeper into what made him choose to play this character on the big screen. Thus, in a recent interview, he revealed that once he read his character’s story arc, titled Kraven’s Last Hunt, he instantly knew he wanted this role.
But...
From the initial impressions, people are somewhat hopeful that it will prove to be like the Venom films for the cinematic universe when it releases.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in and as Kraven The Hunter
It seems like the star is aware of these stakes that are on his shoulders to make good on, which is why he delved deeper into what made him choose to play this character on the big screen. Thus, in a recent interview, he revealed that once he read his character’s story arc, titled Kraven’s Last Hunt, he instantly knew he wanted this role.
But...
- 3/20/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
Aaron Taylor-Johnson graces the latest cover of Rolling Stone UK ahead of what is going to be a busy rest of the year for the 33-year-old actor. He’s got a supporting role in “The Fall Guy” (in theaters May 3 from Warner Bros), he’s headlining the superhero movie “Kraven the Hunter” (in theaters Aug. 30 from Sony) and he’s part of Robert Eggers’ “Nosferatu” ensemble (in theaters Dec. 25 from Focus Features). “Kraven” offers Taylor-Johnson an opportunity to launch a new superhero franchise after a single appearance as Pietro Maximoff in the Marvel Cinematic Universe courtesy of 2015’s “Avengers: Age of Ultron.”
“I think there was something unique about this character, and something grounded,” Taylor-Johnson told the publication about tackling Kraven. “We’ve all had enough of seeing certain studio films, a certain kind of pop culture… where they’re churning out stuff that dilutes wanting to go to the cinema.
“I think there was something unique about this character, and something grounded,” Taylor-Johnson told the publication about tackling Kraven. “We’ve all had enough of seeing certain studio films, a certain kind of pop culture… where they’re churning out stuff that dilutes wanting to go to the cinema.
- 3/20/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Taking over the mantle from Daniel Craig, who played MI6’s most famous spy James Bond, for 15 years, Kick-Ass movie star Aaron Taylor-Johnson is reportedly expected to accept the role of 007. While Eon Productions and Barbara Broccoli have been worried about the next casting of Bond after Craig’s exit, insiders alleged that Johnson has already been formally offered the job.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in Avengers: Age of Ultron
Although several reputed outlets covered the alleged report of Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s casting as James Bond, nothing has been confirmed so far, by official sources. Meanwhile, taking to their X accounts, netizens began offering their reactions and extreme opinions on the MCU actor’s reported casting.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Expected to be the Next James Bond
Ever since Daniel Craig bid adieu to the James Bond franchise in 2021, speculations began regarding who might take over the mantle. For months, fans...
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in Avengers: Age of Ultron
Although several reputed outlets covered the alleged report of Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s casting as James Bond, nothing has been confirmed so far, by official sources. Meanwhile, taking to their X accounts, netizens began offering their reactions and extreme opinions on the MCU actor’s reported casting.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Expected to be the Next James Bond
Ever since Daniel Craig bid adieu to the James Bond franchise in 2021, speculations began regarding who might take over the mantle. For months, fans...
- 3/20/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been long rumored as the next James Bond ever since Daniel Craig said goodbye to the famed role. Not only has he been a popular fan choice for the role but the actor would certainly make a great 007 spy given his English heritage and prowess in the action genre.
Daniel Craig as James Bond in a still from Spectre
Up until some hours ago, rumors were flying around that the actor had reportedly been offered the role instead of other popular contenders like Henry Cavill or Idris Elba. Yet if the recent update is true, it would be pretty disheartening news for Johnson’s fans and his career.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson To Play James Bond?
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in a still from Avengers: Age of Ultron
The James Bond franchise is among the most revered and fan-followed franchises of all time. Since its inception, the titular...
Daniel Craig as James Bond in a still from Spectre
Up until some hours ago, rumors were flying around that the actor had reportedly been offered the role instead of other popular contenders like Henry Cavill or Idris Elba. Yet if the recent update is true, it would be pretty disheartening news for Johnson’s fans and his career.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson To Play James Bond?
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in a still from Avengers: Age of Ultron
The James Bond franchise is among the most revered and fan-followed franchises of all time. Since its inception, the titular...
- 3/20/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
“How can a short, blond actor with the rough face of a professional boxer and a penchant for playing villains, killers, cranks, and cads pull off the role of a tall, dark, handsome, and suave secret agent?”
So asks the front page of the website Daniel Craig is Not Bond, one of many fan-sites launched in the wake of the actor getting cast as James Bond for Casino Royale back in 2005. Nearly two decades later, the question seems laughable, as Craig elevated the franchise into something rich and emotionally dense, touching on qualities the series rarely attempted.
The 20/20 hindsight about Craig’s tenure comes in handy with the escalating rumors that Eon Productions have offered Aaron Taylor-Johnson the Bond role. On paper, Taylor-Johnson seems like the safe choice, a conventionally handsome white Englishman, a veteran of big-budget movies such as Avengers: Age of Ultron, Godzilla, and Tenet.
To be frank,...
So asks the front page of the website Daniel Craig is Not Bond, one of many fan-sites launched in the wake of the actor getting cast as James Bond for Casino Royale back in 2005. Nearly two decades later, the question seems laughable, as Craig elevated the franchise into something rich and emotionally dense, touching on qualities the series rarely attempted.
The 20/20 hindsight about Craig’s tenure comes in handy with the escalating rumors that Eon Productions have offered Aaron Taylor-Johnson the Bond role. On paper, Taylor-Johnson seems like the safe choice, a conventionally handsome white Englishman, a veteran of big-budget movies such as Avengers: Age of Ultron, Godzilla, and Tenet.
To be frank,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
The debate for who should play the next James Bond, now that Daniel Craig has moved on, has taken on a new life. MGM is yet to reveal who will be taking up the mantle of 007, with various factions in the industry championing their heirs to the GoldenEye throne. While there have been a lot of fans who would love to see Henry Cavill play the role, Chris Evans has come up with his own choice for who he would like to see as James Bond in the future.
Chris Evans in Avengers Infinity War
Speaking to Wired with his Knives Out co-star Ana de Armas, Chris Evans brought up who he would like to see as the next James Bond, while Ana de Armas was answering a question about her being a Bong girl. de Armas also provided her choice for the role of 007 while the discussion was on.
Chris Evans in Avengers Infinity War
Speaking to Wired with his Knives Out co-star Ana de Armas, Chris Evans brought up who he would like to see as the next James Bond, while Ana de Armas was answering a question about her being a Bong girl. de Armas also provided her choice for the role of 007 while the discussion was on.
- 3/19/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Actor Daniel Craig’s iteration of the British spy James Bond was loved by fans all over the world. The franchise has been a fan-favorite for a long time now and Craig’s version of the character indeed maintained the bold spy persona that has been passed on over the years with different versions played by different actors.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Nocturnal Animals (2016)
With Craig’s journey wrapped up, fans have been eagerly waiting for the studios to announce the next actor who will play the iconic role. As per a popular media outlet, there is one actor who has almost signed to play the role: Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Speculation went viral on social media but there is still no official statement from the studios. The actor acknowledged the statements in a recent interview, explaining that he finds it “charming.”
Aaron Taylor-Johnson might play the next James Bond Aaron Taylor-Johnson as...
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Nocturnal Animals (2016)
With Craig’s journey wrapped up, fans have been eagerly waiting for the studios to announce the next actor who will play the iconic role. As per a popular media outlet, there is one actor who has almost signed to play the role: Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Speculation went viral on social media but there is still no official statement from the studios. The actor acknowledged the statements in a recent interview, explaining that he finds it “charming.”
Aaron Taylor-Johnson might play the next James Bond Aaron Taylor-Johnson as...
- 3/19/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
While Taylor-Johnson has not yet played James Bond, he is no stranger to action movies or spy thrillers.
Daniel Craig officially turned in his license to kill following 2021’s “No Time to Die,” and in the three years since, there has been a nearly insatiable stream of rumors about who would pick up the 007 mantle. On Tuesday, all of the speculation seems to have been ended as The Sun reports that British film star Aaron Taylor-Johnson has officially been offered the role, and that the official contract is set to be signed in the next week.
Word of Taylor-Johnson’s candidacy for the role has been well-known since 2022, but he was far from the only major name in the running. Henry Cavill, Idris Elba, Cillian Murphy, and James Norton were all rumored to be in consideration at one point, but it appears that Eon Productions has found its latest spy.
Daniel Craig officially turned in his license to kill following 2021’s “No Time to Die,” and in the three years since, there has been a nearly insatiable stream of rumors about who would pick up the 007 mantle. On Tuesday, all of the speculation seems to have been ended as The Sun reports that British film star Aaron Taylor-Johnson has officially been offered the role, and that the official contract is set to be signed in the next week.
Word of Taylor-Johnson’s candidacy for the role has been well-known since 2022, but he was far from the only major name in the running. Henry Cavill, Idris Elba, Cillian Murphy, and James Norton were all rumored to be in consideration at one point, but it appears that Eon Productions has found its latest spy.
- 3/19/2024
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
After Daniel Craig’s departure from the role in No Time to Die, the James Bond franchise has been in search of Craig’s successor in the role. An announcement has yet to be made officially, but as you probably know, many names have been put forward over the years, including but not limited to Henry Cavill, Idris Elba, Cillian Murphy, Tom Holland(???), a female star. And while we have not listed his name here intentionally, there is also one other actor who has been tied to the role, and if the reports by the British tabloid The Sun are correct, it seems that we actually have found the next James Bond – Aaron Taylor-Johnson!
Taylor-Johnson has been one of the frontrunners for the role, and his name has often been mentioned alongside Cavill’s and Elba’s, as the three of them were the three most-often named candidates. Now, we...
Taylor-Johnson has been one of the frontrunners for the role, and his name has often been mentioned alongside Cavill’s and Elba’s, as the three of them were the three most-often named candidates. Now, we...
- 3/19/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Amid the high anticipation for the next James Bond, new reports suggest that the 33-year-old British actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson is now set to take over Daniel Craig as the super spy 007. Craig portrayed the role since the 2006 film Casino Royale and concluded his journey with the 2021 film No Time To Die, leaving fans wondering about the next actor who would take on the role.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in a still from Avengers: Age of Ultron
Many names, including that of the former Superman actor Henry Cavill, have been speculated to land the role for the future installments in the franchise. However, to the dismay of his and many other actors’ fans, the role has now reportedly gone to the Kick-Ass star.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Cast as the New James Bond
According to a new report from The Sun, Aaron-Taylor Johnson is expected to take on the role of the...
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in a still from Avengers: Age of Ultron
Many names, including that of the former Superman actor Henry Cavill, have been speculated to land the role for the future installments in the franchise. However, to the dismay of his and many other actors’ fans, the role has now reportedly gone to the Kick-Ass star.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Cast as the New James Bond
According to a new report from The Sun, Aaron-Taylor Johnson is expected to take on the role of the...
- 3/19/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Actor Henry Cavill was a strong fan favorite to play the next James Bond. However, recent reports suggest that the former Superman star is set to enter the MCU. Meanwhile, we might already be nearing the confirmation of the next actor to step into the shoes of Agent 007, with a Marvel star reportedly receiving a formal offer for the part.
Daniel Craig as James Bond in No Time To Die
According to a recent report, actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been offered the role of James Bond for the upcoming Bond 26. On the other hand, Cavill is heavily rumored to be making his MCU debut in one of the most hotly anticipated superhero movies of the year. Here is everything you need to know about the latest rumors circulating on the internet about the casting of the next Bond actor.
Former Avengers Actor Reportedly Offered James Bond Role Over Henry...
Daniel Craig as James Bond in No Time To Die
According to a recent report, actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been offered the role of James Bond for the upcoming Bond 26. On the other hand, Cavill is heavily rumored to be making his MCU debut in one of the most hotly anticipated superhero movies of the year. Here is everything you need to know about the latest rumors circulating on the internet about the casting of the next Bond actor.
Former Avengers Actor Reportedly Offered James Bond Role Over Henry...
- 3/19/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
When you think of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, you might not think of improvisation as being central to its success. In fact, extemporaneous additions seem like the complete opposite of Kevin Feige's approach to establishing his gargantuan blockbuster franchise. The Marvel Studios head and his cohorts meticulously plan out each so-called "phase" of the MCU, carefully charting a course for their cinematic saga ahead of time.
Recently, however, this approach hasn't worked so well, with Feige and co. bombarding us with Marvel media, ultimately proving that too much of the MCU is essentially the franchise's Kryptonite. But for a long time, the plan was very much working. The Marvel machine was churning out hit after hit, with "Avengers: Endgame" and its record-breaking box office marking the apex of Marvel Studios' success. In that sense, deviating from the plan just doesn't seem to fit with the MCU ethos. But improvisation...
Recently, however, this approach hasn't worked so well, with Feige and co. bombarding us with Marvel media, ultimately proving that too much of the MCU is essentially the franchise's Kryptonite. But for a long time, the plan was very much working. The Marvel machine was churning out hit after hit, with "Avengers: Endgame" and its record-breaking box office marking the apex of Marvel Studios' success. In that sense, deviating from the plan just doesn't seem to fit with the MCU ethos. But improvisation...
- 3/19/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Many iconic characters have appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe ever since the release of Iron Man back in 2008. However, not many characters have been able to make as huge an impact on the franchise as Tony Stark has.
Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark | Source: Iron Man
Even though he is considered one of the most intelligent characters in the Marvel Universe, it seems like Stark was allegedly too lazy to come up with a creative full form for Jarvis.
Tony Stark gave the most ridiculous full form to Jarvis
Despite being one of the most intelligent characters in multiple universes, Tony Stark was just too lazy to give a creative name to one of its most helpful AI, Jarvis. According to Marvel, Jarvis stands for ‘Just a Rather Very Intelligent System‘ which does not seem like much of a cool acronym for an AI system of its magnificent abilities.
Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark | Source: Iron Man
Even though he is considered one of the most intelligent characters in the Marvel Universe, it seems like Stark was allegedly too lazy to come up with a creative full form for Jarvis.
Tony Stark gave the most ridiculous full form to Jarvis
Despite being one of the most intelligent characters in multiple universes, Tony Stark was just too lazy to give a creative name to one of its most helpful AI, Jarvis. According to Marvel, Jarvis stands for ‘Just a Rather Very Intelligent System‘ which does not seem like much of a cool acronym for an AI system of its magnificent abilities.
- 3/19/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
The Hulk is one of the most popular characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After Edward Norton’s turn as the green monster in The Incredible Hulk, actor Mark Ruffalo took over the role starting with The Avengers. Ruffalo’s performance has been well received and the Hulk continues to be a prominent player in the MCU.
Mark Ruffalo as the Hulk in The Avengers
However, a fan recently took to social media to argue how Ruffalo’s Hulk was underutilized and had little to no contributions to the overall plot of the Avengers films. As a result, the fan’s comments ignited an online debate regarding the Hulk and how the character has been used in different projects in the MCU’s recent past. Here is what fans are saying about the harsh reality of Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk.
Marvel Fan Highlights How Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk is Underused...
Mark Ruffalo as the Hulk in The Avengers
However, a fan recently took to social media to argue how Ruffalo’s Hulk was underutilized and had little to no contributions to the overall plot of the Avengers films. As a result, the fan’s comments ignited an online debate regarding the Hulk and how the character has been used in different projects in the MCU’s recent past. Here is what fans are saying about the harsh reality of Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk.
Marvel Fan Highlights How Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk is Underused...
- 3/16/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
The four Avengers films have been the most commercially successful entries in the MCU. The films showed the MCU heroes coming together to fight a common enemy and defend the universe. While the first Avengers film consisted of the Og six members, each film added new heroes with increasing stakes and dangerous threats.
A still from Avengers: Infinity War
Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame ended the Infinity Saga on a highly satisfying note. As some years have passed, fans have been debating online about which Avengers film is the most rewatchable one. Fans have voiced their pick, and the results are interesting, even surprising to a certain extent.
The Online Debate About The Most Rewatchable Avengers Film is Intense Avengers: Age of Ultron got a lot of love in a recent Marvel poll
The MCU’s epic crossover films have been the Avengers films, and over the years, they...
A still from Avengers: Infinity War
Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame ended the Infinity Saga on a highly satisfying note. As some years have passed, fans have been debating online about which Avengers film is the most rewatchable one. Fans have voiced their pick, and the results are interesting, even surprising to a certain extent.
The Online Debate About The Most Rewatchable Avengers Film is Intense Avengers: Age of Ultron got a lot of love in a recent Marvel poll
The MCU’s epic crossover films have been the Avengers films, and over the years, they...
- 3/13/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Superpowers usually have a lot of implications that we don’t see on screen. While properties like My Hero Academia dive deep into these implications, superhero universes like the MCU tend to shy away from them. For example, Captain America has a metabolism that is four times faster than the average human being, as revealed in Captain America: The First Avenger. While it keeps Captain America from getting drunk, it also has certain other implications for his body.
Chris Evans in Captain America: The First Avenger
Chris Evans’ Captain America, who has been an important part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, having been part of some of its biggest conflicts, might have been fighting his own body all along as well. As this Marvel theory suggests, the super soldier serum might have given Steve Rogers a host of powers but also created a particularly strong gastric problem for The First...
Chris Evans in Captain America: The First Avenger
Chris Evans’ Captain America, who has been an important part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, having been part of some of its biggest conflicts, might have been fighting his own body all along as well. As this Marvel theory suggests, the super soldier serum might have given Steve Rogers a host of powers but also created a particularly strong gastric problem for The First...
- 3/12/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Hollywood star Robert Downey Jr., who won his first Oscar for Best Supporting Actor at the 96th Academy Award, found himself at the receiving end of host Jimmy Kimmel’s barbs during the opening monologue. Kimmel aimed two sharp jabs at the actor, including references to his past struggles with substance abuse.
A still from Oppenheimer
However, the joke seemed to fall flat as the actor looked somber, gazing at the camera before gesturing for Kimmel to proceed. While it remains uncertain if the Iron Man star was in on the jest, body language expert, Judi James, has analyzed Downey Jr.’s reactions, suggesting that the situation may not have been as straightforward as it seemed.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Reaction to Jimmy Kimmel’s Quips at the 2024 Oscars
Jimmy Kimmel took the Oscars hosting duties for the fourth time at the 96th Academy Awards and has since become a...
A still from Oppenheimer
However, the joke seemed to fall flat as the actor looked somber, gazing at the camera before gesturing for Kimmel to proceed. While it remains uncertain if the Iron Man star was in on the jest, body language expert, Judi James, has analyzed Downey Jr.’s reactions, suggesting that the situation may not have been as straightforward as it seemed.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Reaction to Jimmy Kimmel’s Quips at the 2024 Oscars
Jimmy Kimmel took the Oscars hosting duties for the fourth time at the 96th Academy Awards and has since become a...
- 3/12/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Lego and Marvel are teaming up again this summer with nine new sets hitting the shelves on August 1, 2024. Brick Clicker, a trusted source for Lego news, leaked details on the upcoming releases, ranging from a Guardians of the Galaxy ship to a Spider-Man-themed advent calendar.
Kicking off the lineup is ‘The Milano,’ a revamped set featuring Star-Lord, Gamora, Rocket, Baby Groot, and Drax mini-figures, along with a display stand, priced at $169.99. Iron Man vs. Hulk follows with 68 pieces for $10.99, including mini-figures and a motorbike. The Iron Legion Battle Pack from ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ includes 135 pieces, featuring Iron Legion androids, an Hydra agent, and Iron Man, priced at $24.99.
Inspired by ‘Thor: Ragnarok,’ the Surtur Battle set offers 245 pieces and a buildable Surtur model for $24.99. Avengers vs. Loki & Leviathan includes a model of a Leviathan and mini-figures of Captain America, Black Widow, Hulk, Loki, and Chitauri Warrior, totaling 347 pieces for $59.99. The...
Kicking off the lineup is ‘The Milano,’ a revamped set featuring Star-Lord, Gamora, Rocket, Baby Groot, and Drax mini-figures, along with a display stand, priced at $169.99. Iron Man vs. Hulk follows with 68 pieces for $10.99, including mini-figures and a motorbike. The Iron Legion Battle Pack from ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ includes 135 pieces, featuring Iron Legion androids, an Hydra agent, and Iron Man, priced at $24.99.
Inspired by ‘Thor: Ragnarok,’ the Surtur Battle set offers 245 pieces and a buildable Surtur model for $24.99. Avengers vs. Loki & Leviathan includes a model of a Leviathan and mini-figures of Captain America, Black Widow, Hulk, Loki, and Chitauri Warrior, totaling 347 pieces for $59.99. The...
- 3/11/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Lego and Marvel are a match made in heaven as it seems, as the construction toys manufacturer is set to add several new sets to its portfolio this summer, on August 1, 2024, to be more exact. This is according to Brick Clicker notable leaker and scooper on all things related to Lego. Expected sets are going to span everything from notable Guardians of the Galaxy ship with quite a price tag on it to Spider-Man-inspired advent calendar, so let’s take a look at all the available info.
First in line is ‘The Milano’ with the expected revamped set following in the footsteps of Benatar, the set is bound to include a display stand and Minifigures for Star-Lord, Gamora, Rocket, Baby Groot, and Drax. The expected price for the set stands at a steep $169.99.
Next, Iron Man vs. Hulk features 68 pieces going for around $10.99, with mini-figures of both Hulk and Iron Man,...
First in line is ‘The Milano’ with the expected revamped set following in the footsteps of Benatar, the set is bound to include a display stand and Minifigures for Star-Lord, Gamora, Rocket, Baby Groot, and Drax. The expected price for the set stands at a steep $169.99.
Next, Iron Man vs. Hulk features 68 pieces going for around $10.99, with mini-figures of both Hulk and Iron Man,...
- 3/11/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Seoul-based sales company Finecut has boarded international sales on the action-comedy Boss and will launch sales at this week’s Filmart in Hong Kong.
The synopsis reads: This action-comedy follows gang members embroiled in fierce competition, struggling not for the title of the next boss but to achieve their own dreams in normal life.
Starring are Jo Woo-jin (Inside Men), who wants to run the family’s Chinese restaurant, Jung Kyung-ho (Men of Plastic), who believes in the destiny of being a Tango dancer and Park Ji-hwan (The Roundup), who is most eager to be the boss but nobody wants him. The film is directed by Ra Hee-chan (Going By The Book). Boss is produced and presented by Hive Media Corp, the production company behind Kim Sung-soo’s record-breaking 12.12: The Day. The first exclusive footage of the film will be available at Finecut’s booth during Filmart.
Finecut’s...
The synopsis reads: This action-comedy follows gang members embroiled in fierce competition, struggling not for the title of the next boss but to achieve their own dreams in normal life.
Starring are Jo Woo-jin (Inside Men), who wants to run the family’s Chinese restaurant, Jung Kyung-ho (Men of Plastic), who believes in the destiny of being a Tango dancer and Park Ji-hwan (The Roundup), who is most eager to be the boss but nobody wants him. The film is directed by Ra Hee-chan (Going By The Book). Boss is produced and presented by Hive Media Corp, the production company behind Kim Sung-soo’s record-breaking 12.12: The Day. The first exclusive footage of the film will be available at Finecut’s booth during Filmart.
Finecut’s...
- 3/11/2024
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
Deadpool & Wolverine broke the internet with its first teaser, ushering in a new era of hype in the MCU, one that has not been seen since Avengers: Endgame. The first feature-length mutant project in the MCU, the film has a lot riding on it and also has a lot of speculation about what it is going to be.
A still from the trailer of Deadpool and Wolverine
One of the main attractions of the film is that it will introduce mutants in a major capacity in the MCU. While X-Men heavy hitters Quicksilver and Wanda Maximoff made their appearances way back in Avengers: Age of Ultron, they were referred to as ‘enhanced’ and not mutants. A new theory has emerged that Wade, through his shenanigans will retcon the origins of the Maximoff twins and make them full-fledged mutants in the MCU as well.
Deadpool seems to be in Avengers: Age of Ultron...
A still from the trailer of Deadpool and Wolverine
One of the main attractions of the film is that it will introduce mutants in a major capacity in the MCU. While X-Men heavy hitters Quicksilver and Wanda Maximoff made their appearances way back in Avengers: Age of Ultron, they were referred to as ‘enhanced’ and not mutants. A new theory has emerged that Wade, through his shenanigans will retcon the origins of the Maximoff twins and make them full-fledged mutants in the MCU as well.
Deadpool seems to be in Avengers: Age of Ultron...
- 3/10/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
While onscreen, Hulk and Thanos weren’t too keen on being in each other’s presence, like most MCU stars, Mark Ruffalo and Josh Brolin shared a wholesome bond off-screen. Brolin, who has now jumped onto another acclaimed sci-fi IP (Dune) since leaving the MCU, recently reflected on his time with the person he severely beat up during the opening minutes of Infinity War.
Although Brolin did an impeccable job playing the MCU’s best villain, he had a little humiliating moment in Endgame, but thanks to Ruffalo’s brilliant memory, he was able to mitigate the situation.
Josh Brolin’s Thanos in Avengers: Endgame
Mark Ruffalo’s Memory Saved Josh Brolin From Embarrassment
Speaking with GQ, Josh Brolin recounted forgetting his line while filming Avengers: Endgame, but fortunately for him, Professor Hulk was there to save the day. While Mark Ruffalo is undoubtedly one of the best actors to step foot in the MCU,...
Although Brolin did an impeccable job playing the MCU’s best villain, he had a little humiliating moment in Endgame, but thanks to Ruffalo’s brilliant memory, he was able to mitigate the situation.
Josh Brolin’s Thanos in Avengers: Endgame
Mark Ruffalo’s Memory Saved Josh Brolin From Embarrassment
Speaking with GQ, Josh Brolin recounted forgetting his line while filming Avengers: Endgame, but fortunately for him, Professor Hulk was there to save the day. While Mark Ruffalo is undoubtedly one of the best actors to step foot in the MCU,...
- 3/5/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Ultron is one of the most nefarious and tricky foes the Avengers have had to deal with in the pages of Marvel Comics. However, the character was underutilized in his big-screen debut in 2015’s Avengers: Age of Ultron. The film’s climax sees the villainous AI disintegrated, leaving little room for Ultron’s return in future MCU projects.
Ultron in Avengers: Age of Ultron
However, one particular storyline from rivals DC Comics, featuring Cyborg could show the path for bringing back Ultron, especially amidst all the uncertainty revolving around the MCU’s plans involving Kang the Conqueror. Here is how Cyborg faced a grim fate in the comics because of his cybernetic parts, and how it could translate to Ultron’s MCU return.
Suggested“The worst of all the characters in the film”: Why Did Joss Whedon Cut Ray Fisher’s Cyborg Scenes From Justice League?
Cyborg’s Gruesome...
Ultron in Avengers: Age of Ultron
However, one particular storyline from rivals DC Comics, featuring Cyborg could show the path for bringing back Ultron, especially amidst all the uncertainty revolving around the MCU’s plans involving Kang the Conqueror. Here is how Cyborg faced a grim fate in the comics because of his cybernetic parts, and how it could translate to Ultron’s MCU return.
Suggested“The worst of all the characters in the film”: Why Did Joss Whedon Cut Ray Fisher’s Cyborg Scenes From Justice League?
Cyborg’s Gruesome...
- 3/4/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård is one of the finest actors in the industry who has appeared in movies, including Good Will Hunting, King Arthur, The Unbearable Lightness of Being, Mamma Mia!, and more. The actor portrayed the character of Baron Vladimir Harkonnen in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune and reprised his character for the recently released Dune Part Two for which he has been appreciated.
The actor has also been a part of Marvel Cinematic Universe portraying Dr. Erik Selvig in 2011’s Thor followed by The Avengers, Thor: The Dark World, Age of Ultron, and Thor: Love and Thunder. Stellan Skarsgård recently opened up about his experience of working in the MCU.
Suggested“I did that just to put Paul more on edge”: Denis Villeneuve’s Controversial Dune 2 Decision Won Hearts But Let Down Book Lovers in a Major Way
Stellan Skarsgård and Austin Butler in Dune: Part Two...
The actor has also been a part of Marvel Cinematic Universe portraying Dr. Erik Selvig in 2011’s Thor followed by The Avengers, Thor: The Dark World, Age of Ultron, and Thor: Love and Thunder. Stellan Skarsgård recently opened up about his experience of working in the MCU.
Suggested“I did that just to put Paul more on edge”: Denis Villeneuve’s Controversial Dune 2 Decision Won Hearts But Let Down Book Lovers in a Major Way
Stellan Skarsgård and Austin Butler in Dune: Part Two...
- 3/4/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
Stellan Skarsgard On Doing Marvel Movies. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Marvel movies actors always have something interesting to say. Some talk about how they always wanted to play a particular superhero, while some reveal they got involved in the franchise when they had nothing else to do. Actor Stellan Skarsgard, who was recently busy with Dune 2 promotions, opened up about his thoughts when he signed up for the MCU movies. The versatile actor played Erik Selvig, an astrophysicist in Thor movies.
Stellan Skarsgard’s last appearance in the MCU was in the 2022 film Thor: Love and Thunder. The film stars Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and Christian Bale. In an interview with Vanity Fair, the Mamma Mia actor shared that when one signs up for one movie, they must sign up for four. However, he had fun while shooting the first movie.
About his initial thoughts, Stellan Skarsgard said, “The film was fun.
Marvel movies actors always have something interesting to say. Some talk about how they always wanted to play a particular superhero, while some reveal they got involved in the franchise when they had nothing else to do. Actor Stellan Skarsgard, who was recently busy with Dune 2 promotions, opened up about his thoughts when he signed up for the MCU movies. The versatile actor played Erik Selvig, an astrophysicist in Thor movies.
Stellan Skarsgard’s last appearance in the MCU was in the 2022 film Thor: Love and Thunder. The film stars Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and Christian Bale. In an interview with Vanity Fair, the Mamma Mia actor shared that when one signs up for one movie, they must sign up for four. However, he had fun while shooting the first movie.
About his initial thoughts, Stellan Skarsgard said, “The film was fun.
- 3/3/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
The DC head and filmmaker, James Gunn, is gearing up for the launch of the new Dcu with shows like Creature Commandos, which will premiere later this year, and Superman: Legacy set to start its principal photography in Atlanta this week. With Gunn’s Dcu projects gaining momentum, recent reports have surfaced regarding the film’s estimated budget, suggesting it could become one of the most expensive films ever made.
James Gunn’s Superman: Legacy
The budget of the film is reported to be $64 million more than the budget of the 2017 DC film Justice League. And these rumors prompted Gunn to address yet another speculation swirling around the new DC Universe.
James Gunn’s Superman: Legacy Rumored to Have a Budget of $364 Million
Since its inception, James Gunn’s DC Universe has been shrouded in rumors, with the latest speculation revolving around the highly anticipated Dcu film starring David Corenswet.
James Gunn’s Superman: Legacy
The budget of the film is reported to be $64 million more than the budget of the 2017 DC film Justice League. And these rumors prompted Gunn to address yet another speculation swirling around the new DC Universe.
James Gunn’s Superman: Legacy Rumored to Have a Budget of $364 Million
Since its inception, James Gunn’s DC Universe has been shrouded in rumors, with the latest speculation revolving around the highly anticipated Dcu film starring David Corenswet.
- 2/28/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Many godlike Avengers, including Doctor Strange, Scarlet Witch, Hulk, and Thor, are mentioned when fans argue over who is the most powerful character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Sure, upon examining the physical attributes, fans may discover that the answer to this question is not as simple as they initially believed. There are other abilities besides brute force, magic, and energy blasts that can provide a hero with an edge during battle.
Having said that, Scott Lang, a.k.a. Ant-Man in the MCU, is a superhero who, with the use of Pym Particles, can shrink to the size of an ant while retaining his normal strength and durability. This means that he can outmaneuver his rivals and deliver punches with the force of a full-sized man. Not to mention, his ability to change size gives him an extra edge in battle.
Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch in Doctor Strange...
Having said that, Scott Lang, a.k.a. Ant-Man in the MCU, is a superhero who, with the use of Pym Particles, can shrink to the size of an ant while retaining his normal strength and durability. This means that he can outmaneuver his rivals and deliver punches with the force of a full-sized man. Not to mention, his ability to change size gives him an extra edge in battle.
Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch in Doctor Strange...
- 2/24/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Mark Ruffalo as Hulk in the MCU (Picture Credit: Facebook & IMDb)
Mark Ruffalo has been associated with the Marvel Cinematic Universe for over ten years. The actor made his MCU debut in 2012 with Joss Whedon’s The Avengers as Bruce Banner, aka Hulk. He replaced Edward Norton as the scientist/green monster with anger issues. The franchise fans instantly fell in love with Mark’s performance as the superhero.
After The Avengers, Mark has appeared in many MCU movies like Avengers: Age of Ultron, Thor: Ragnarok, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame, and in mid-credit and post-credit scenes of several films. He also played a supporting character in the Disney+ MCU series, She-Hulk. However, the actor and the character didn’t get a solo superhero movie. Edward got a solo Hulk movie, but the franchise didn’t have full rights to the character back then.
Many prominent superheroes, even Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye,...
Mark Ruffalo has been associated with the Marvel Cinematic Universe for over ten years. The actor made his MCU debut in 2012 with Joss Whedon’s The Avengers as Bruce Banner, aka Hulk. He replaced Edward Norton as the scientist/green monster with anger issues. The franchise fans instantly fell in love with Mark’s performance as the superhero.
After The Avengers, Mark has appeared in many MCU movies like Avengers: Age of Ultron, Thor: Ragnarok, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame, and in mid-credit and post-credit scenes of several films. He also played a supporting character in the Disney+ MCU series, She-Hulk. However, the actor and the character didn’t get a solo superhero movie. Edward got a solo Hulk movie, but the franchise didn’t have full rights to the character back then.
Many prominent superheroes, even Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye,...
- 2/22/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
With Jonathan Majors’ Kang out of the MCU’s scheme of things after his conviction last year, fans have been speculating who might be the perfect foe to replace the Conqueror in the multiversal saga. And while many have pointed to Doctor Doom as the perfect substitution following the scale of the upcoming Avengers, the MCU might already have the ideal solution to this situation.
Considering we are already halfway through the multiversal saga, setting up Doctor Doom in the limited time for the upcoming Avengers flicks isn’t going to be easy if the MCU goes that route. However, bringing back one Avengers foe from the past could work in the MCU’s favor, as he could effortlessly fill Kang’s shoes in the upcoming multiversal battle in Avengers 5 or 6.
Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror | MCU
Fans Theorize on How Ultron Could Make His Way Back to...
Considering we are already halfway through the multiversal saga, setting up Doctor Doom in the limited time for the upcoming Avengers flicks isn’t going to be easy if the MCU goes that route. However, bringing back one Avengers foe from the past could work in the MCU’s favor, as he could effortlessly fill Kang’s shoes in the upcoming multiversal battle in Avengers 5 or 6.
Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror | MCU
Fans Theorize on How Ultron Could Make His Way Back to...
- 2/20/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Be it people in general or well-renowned celebrities — everyone has some secrets that they keep to themselves until the very end, with some even taking those secrets down to their graves. Being no exception to this fact, the late legendary method actor Heath Ledger had some secrets of himself as well. However, one of his secrets was in the latter category where he took the secret to his grave.
Heath Ledger in Brokeback Mountain
This one secret was the fact that a little time before his untimely death due to a drug overdose, Ledger was involved in a relationship with none other than one of Avengers: Age of Ultron actress Elizabeth Olsen’s sisters. And while the reason why this was kept secret remains unknown to this day, it did cause some consequences for the one Heath Ledger was dating after his sudden demise.
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Heath Ledger in Brokeback Mountain
This one secret was the fact that a little time before his untimely death due to a drug overdose, Ledger was involved in a relationship with none other than one of Avengers: Age of Ultron actress Elizabeth Olsen’s sisters. And while the reason why this was kept secret remains unknown to this day, it did cause some consequences for the one Heath Ledger was dating after his sudden demise.
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- 2/15/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The official trailer for The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes was just released on YouTube, creating quite a buzz among movie enthusiasts. This upcoming film seems to be a nostalgic journey, harking back to the roots of the story and paying tribute to the original 1968 movie.
Directed by Wes Ball, known for his work on the Maze Runner series, the movie features a cast including Owen Teague, Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, Peter Macon, and William H. Macy. It serves as the sequel to the 2017 hit, War for the Planet of the Apes, and marks the fourth installment in the rebooted Planet of the Apes franchise.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
The previous trilogy, consisting of Rise of the Planet of the Apes, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, and War For the Planet of the Apes, received widespread acclaim from both critics and audiences alike.
Directed by Wes Ball, known for his work on the Maze Runner series, the movie features a cast including Owen Teague, Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, Peter Macon, and William H. Macy. It serves as the sequel to the 2017 hit, War for the Planet of the Apes, and marks the fourth installment in the rebooted Planet of the Apes franchise.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
The previous trilogy, consisting of Rise of the Planet of the Apes, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, and War For the Planet of the Apes, received widespread acclaim from both critics and audiences alike.
- 2/15/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
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