MCU has had it’s up and downs in the last couple of years, but despite that, it’s still the most successful franchise of all times. What started out as a single movie released in 2008 over the course of 16 years grew into the largest cinematic universe to date which includes both live-action movies, and TV Shows.
Despite this impressive track record, it’s become sort of a trend among high-profile directors to criticize the MCU and superhero movies in general. Some of the biggest names in the industry like Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, and Francis Ford Coppola mocked the premises and the executions, lauding that superhero movies are no true cinema.
5 years, ago Martin Scorsese one of the most critically acclaimed directors of all time decided to fire a couple of shots at the genre, saying that he didn’t see them as cinema.
I don’t see them.
Despite this impressive track record, it’s become sort of a trend among high-profile directors to criticize the MCU and superhero movies in general. Some of the biggest names in the industry like Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, and Francis Ford Coppola mocked the premises and the executions, lauding that superhero movies are no true cinema.
5 years, ago Martin Scorsese one of the most critically acclaimed directors of all time decided to fire a couple of shots at the genre, saying that he didn’t see them as cinema.
I don’t see them.
- 5/31/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
2024 is nearly half over and while it’s a wasteland at the box office this year for television fans it is one of the better years as we have gotten many brilliant shows both at the big and small scale. With incredible series like Masters of the Air starting the year, there was no way that the rest of the year could go bad and that’s what happened because we got powerful and thrilling shows like Shōgun, Fallout, and 3 Body Problem. So, if you want to know the best new shows that came out this year here are the top picks for you. We have only added the shows that came out with their first season this year and excluded the shows that returning with a new season.
Fallout (Prime Video)
Fallout is a post-apocalyptic action-comedy series created by Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet. Based on a popular...
Fallout (Prime Video)
Fallout is a post-apocalyptic action-comedy series created by Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet. Based on a popular...
- 5/31/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Deadpool and Wolverine Cameos: Confirmed and Rumored Appearances So Far - Main Image
With the return of the most iconic mutants on-screen, here are the other cameo appearances fans should expect in the list of Deadpool and Wolverine cameos in July!
Remember, one of the main plot points of the threequel includes the Tva agents from the Loki series, Deadpool and Wolverine, who will jump through hoops into the Multiverse to save it from utter chaos, which also segues some of the more crucial characters to have on the flick.
Without further ado, here are all the confirmed and rumored cameos involved in the Deadpool and Wolverine project!
Confirmed Cameos Appearing in Deadpool and Wolverine
The main cast returning for the Deadpool threequel includes Leslie Uggams as Blind Al, Karan Soni as the fan-favorite taxi driver Dopinder, and Morena Baccarin's Vanessa Carlysle aka Wade Wilson's love interest.
Additionally, any...
With the return of the most iconic mutants on-screen, here are the other cameo appearances fans should expect in the list of Deadpool and Wolverine cameos in July!
Remember, one of the main plot points of the threequel includes the Tva agents from the Loki series, Deadpool and Wolverine, who will jump through hoops into the Multiverse to save it from utter chaos, which also segues some of the more crucial characters to have on the flick.
Without further ado, here are all the confirmed and rumored cameos involved in the Deadpool and Wolverine project!
Confirmed Cameos Appearing in Deadpool and Wolverine
The main cast returning for the Deadpool threequel includes Leslie Uggams as Blind Al, Karan Soni as the fan-favorite taxi driver Dopinder, and Morena Baccarin's Vanessa Carlysle aka Wade Wilson's love interest.
Additionally, any...
- 5/31/2024
- EpicStream
Is the X-Men Comics Relaunch Testing Heroes and Rosters for Future MCU Appearances? - Main Image
Marvel is bringing back its band of merry mutants in X-Men: From the Ashes starting this July 2024, testing out new rosters and storylines for comic books as the mutants deal with the aftermath of the fall of their island nation, Krakoa.
Coming hot on the heels of the acclaimed run of X-Men ‘97, this new era of X-Men in the comics may also inspire future appearances, especially since a second season of the animated series and plans for a big-screen MCU debut are both in the works.
In X-Men, Cyclops leads Beast, Magneto, Psylocke, Kid Omega, Temper, Magik, and Juggernaut from their new base in Alaska to identify and combat new threats to mutantkind. From New Orleans, mutant renegades Rogue, Wolverine, Nightcrawler, Gambit, and Jubilee team up in Uncanny X-Men, reminiscent of the classic Blue Team,...
Marvel is bringing back its band of merry mutants in X-Men: From the Ashes starting this July 2024, testing out new rosters and storylines for comic books as the mutants deal with the aftermath of the fall of their island nation, Krakoa.
Coming hot on the heels of the acclaimed run of X-Men ‘97, this new era of X-Men in the comics may also inspire future appearances, especially since a second season of the animated series and plans for a big-screen MCU debut are both in the works.
In X-Men, Cyclops leads Beast, Magneto, Psylocke, Kid Omega, Temper, Magik, and Juggernaut from their new base in Alaska to identify and combat new threats to mutantkind. From New Orleans, mutant renegades Rogue, Wolverine, Nightcrawler, Gambit, and Jubilee team up in Uncanny X-Men, reminiscent of the classic Blue Team,...
- 5/30/2024
- EpicStream
Apologies to the Dune: Part Two popcorn bucket, but you’ll need to hold Deadpool & Wolverine‘s beer as a new receptacle for buttery popped kernels takes the crown. Ryan Reynolds is making savory snack enthusiasts think filthy thoughts after debuting the limited-edition popcorn bucket for Deadpool & Wolverine.
The Deadpool & Wolverine popcorn bucket gives audiences the gift of an open-mouthed Logan Howlett while wearing his X-Men ’97 costume. In a new video posted to Reynolds’ YouTube page, the Merc With a Mouth promotes the suggestive popcorn bucket by lovingly stroking Logan’s plastic face as a popcorn waterfall fills the surly hero’s gaping maw with delicious treats. Immediately, one imagines opportunistic movie fans planking over the bucket with wicked intentions. No? Just me? Clearly, y’all need to spend more time on the internet.
If you’re interested in owning the Deadpool & Wolverine popcorn bucket, you’ll need to act fast.
The Deadpool & Wolverine popcorn bucket gives audiences the gift of an open-mouthed Logan Howlett while wearing his X-Men ’97 costume. In a new video posted to Reynolds’ YouTube page, the Merc With a Mouth promotes the suggestive popcorn bucket by lovingly stroking Logan’s plastic face as a popcorn waterfall fills the surly hero’s gaping maw with delicious treats. Immediately, one imagines opportunistic movie fans planking over the bucket with wicked intentions. No? Just me? Clearly, y’all need to spend more time on the internet.
If you’re interested in owning the Deadpool & Wolverine popcorn bucket, you’ll need to act fast.
- 5/30/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Actor Jonathan Frakes, who plays William Riker, reportedly has one theory on why Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has been the most well-received Star Trek show in the recent past. Part of the new Alex Kurtzman series of shows from the sci-fi franchise, Strange New Worlds has reportedly broken viewership records for the franchise for Paramount+.
The Star Trek: The Next Generation star has also been a part of more spinoffs of the popular franchise such as Discover, Picard, Voyager, and more. He has also gone on to direct a couple of episodes in the shows and also helmed the film Star Trek: First Contact. According to Frakes, the format of Strange New Worlds has worked well with audiences.
Jonathan Frakes Has A Theory Why Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Works Better A still from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds | Credits: Secret Hideout/Weed Road Pictures/H M R X...
The Star Trek: The Next Generation star has also been a part of more spinoffs of the popular franchise such as Discover, Picard, Voyager, and more. He has also gone on to direct a couple of episodes in the shows and also helmed the film Star Trek: First Contact. According to Frakes, the format of Strange New Worlds has worked well with audiences.
Jonathan Frakes Has A Theory Why Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Works Better A still from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds | Credits: Secret Hideout/Weed Road Pictures/H M R X...
- 5/30/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Release Date: Everything We Know So Far - Main Image
The upcoming Marvel animated series Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man will finally premiere soon, and fans have been wondering when to expect its release date once it arrives on Disney+.
The series, which is set in a different universe from the MCU, will explore the origins of Peter Parker and his early days as Spider-Man while being mentored by Norman Osborn.
Let's explore what we know so far about the release date of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man.
Also Read: 5 Essential Spider-Man Noir Comics You Must Read
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Release Window
So far, Disney+ and Marvel Studios have not set an official release date for Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man.
Last year, it was announced that the series' release window had been set for this year alongside X-Men '97 (which already finished its first season) and Eyes of Wakanda.
The upcoming Marvel animated series Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man will finally premiere soon, and fans have been wondering when to expect its release date once it arrives on Disney+.
The series, which is set in a different universe from the MCU, will explore the origins of Peter Parker and his early days as Spider-Man while being mentored by Norman Osborn.
Let's explore what we know so far about the release date of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man.
Also Read: 5 Essential Spider-Man Noir Comics You Must Read
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Release Window
So far, Disney+ and Marvel Studios have not set an official release date for Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man.
Last year, it was announced that the series' release window had been set for this year alongside X-Men '97 (which already finished its first season) and Eyes of Wakanda.
- 5/30/2024
- EpicStream
The transition from good to evil has fascinated writers for centuries. Forcing characters to dance on the line of morality has always intrigued audiences more than two-dimensional characters with simple moral compasses. The Marvel Cinematic Universe is well-known for administering such dilemmas to their viewers through the characters they make.
A still from The Avengers | Marvel Studios
Be it Kilmonger in Black Panther, Thanos’ noble motivations to wipe out half the universe, or the execution of the Punisher’s justice, it is difficult for fans to condemn some villains when their motivations are so complex. Despite this, there are a few characters that have stayed consistent over the years, even though the law would disagree.
Five of the main six Avengers have managed to always have a strong moral compass, ever since the 2011 film, and these traits have stayed consistent. However, it would seem that their actors have played parts that juxtapose their iconic roles.
A still from The Avengers | Marvel Studios
Be it Kilmonger in Black Panther, Thanos’ noble motivations to wipe out half the universe, or the execution of the Punisher’s justice, it is difficult for fans to condemn some villains when their motivations are so complex. Despite this, there are a few characters that have stayed consistent over the years, even though the law would disagree.
Five of the main six Avengers have managed to always have a strong moral compass, ever since the 2011 film, and these traits have stayed consistent. However, it would seem that their actors have played parts that juxtapose their iconic roles.
- 5/30/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Henry Cavill’s Superman might have had a very short tenure, and with the Dceu closing out, it seems highly unlikely that we will see the character again. However, audiences, creators, and some critics alike enjoyed the fresh, more personal take that Zack Snyder had when it came to Superman, as opposed to the Big Blue Boy Scout image the character had boasted.
Henry Cavill as Superman in Man of Steel | DC Studios
X-Men ’97 creator Beau De Mayo talked about how Man of Steel had influenced a few shots in his hit show, taking to X (formerly Twitter) to talk about how much he appreciates the film. While the former head writer of the show has already revealed the influence the film had on the scene where Storm experiences her powers again, DeMayo has come out with some more information about which scene in the show took its cues...
Henry Cavill as Superman in Man of Steel | DC Studios
X-Men ’97 creator Beau De Mayo talked about how Man of Steel had influenced a few shots in his hit show, taking to X (formerly Twitter) to talk about how much he appreciates the film. While the former head writer of the show has already revealed the influence the film had on the scene where Storm experiences her powers again, DeMayo has come out with some more information about which scene in the show took its cues...
- 5/30/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
In the world of superheroes, Spider-Man has had a special place in the hearts of fans worldwide. His agility, web-swinging powers, sixth sense, and relatable persona as Peter Parker have made him a beloved figure in the genre.
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 | Credit: Sony Pictures
While the superhero has excelled at apprehending the thugs and villains of New York, it appears improbable that he will gain an advantage over the adversaries of Gotham. Unlike Batman, whose very name strikes a feat in the hearts of criminals, the web-swinging superhero might find himself out of his depth in a world where darkness reigns supreme.
The Stark Difference Between Spider-Man and Batman’s Interrogation Techniques
There are many differences between Marvel and DC’s superheroes, as evident in the case of Spider-Man and Batman. While one gets his powers from the radio-active spider bite, it contrasts sharply with the Caped Crusader, who relies on his intellect,...
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 | Credit: Sony Pictures
While the superhero has excelled at apprehending the thugs and villains of New York, it appears improbable that he will gain an advantage over the adversaries of Gotham. Unlike Batman, whose very name strikes a feat in the hearts of criminals, the web-swinging superhero might find himself out of his depth in a world where darkness reigns supreme.
The Stark Difference Between Spider-Man and Batman’s Interrogation Techniques
There are many differences between Marvel and DC’s superheroes, as evident in the case of Spider-Man and Batman. While one gets his powers from the radio-active spider bite, it contrasts sharply with the Caped Crusader, who relies on his intellect,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
2024 is half over and we have seen some brilliant and some not-so-brilliant TV shows by streaming services and cable networks. However, the sci-fi fantasy genre TV shows are proving to be the biggest ones this year with the release of shows like Fallout and 3 Body Problem. The sci-fi fans are having a great year and if TV shows weren’t enough we also got Dune: Part Two this year which is the most successful film 2024 so far. So, let’s check out the best new and returning sci-fi fantasy shows that came out this year.
Dark Matter (Apple TV+)
Dark Matter is a sci-fi fantasy thriller series created by Blake Crouch. Based on a 2016 novel of the same by Crouch, the Apple TV+ series follows the story of Jason Dessen, a Chicago-based physicist as he is warped into an alternate version of his life where everybody he knows in...
Dark Matter (Apple TV+)
Dark Matter is a sci-fi fantasy thriller series created by Blake Crouch. Based on a 2016 novel of the same by Crouch, the Apple TV+ series follows the story of Jason Dessen, a Chicago-based physicist as he is warped into an alternate version of his life where everybody he knows in...
- 5/30/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds are undeniably the hottest movie tandem today and all thanks to their upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine film. The project has been a long-gestating one, and it’s quite clear that the chemistry between the two remains unmatched.
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine / Walt Disney Studios
The great thing about Jackman and Reynolds is that they are best friends in real life so it wasn’t difficult to convince people that they are the baddest pair of anti-heroes in the comic book world. For one, they love trolling each other the same way their characters would.
Ryan Reynolds And Hugh Jackman Celebrate Their Everlasting Friendship
In an interview with People, actors Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman talked about their 17 years of friendship. This is quite impressive as it is truly difficult to find genuine friends in the movie industry. Jackman admitted:
There’s...
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine / Walt Disney Studios
The great thing about Jackman and Reynolds is that they are best friends in real life so it wasn’t difficult to convince people that they are the baddest pair of anti-heroes in the comic book world. For one, they love trolling each other the same way their characters would.
Ryan Reynolds And Hugh Jackman Celebrate Their Everlasting Friendship
In an interview with People, actors Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman talked about their 17 years of friendship. This is quite impressive as it is truly difficult to find genuine friends in the movie industry. Jackman admitted:
There’s...
- 5/30/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Despite being fired as X-Men '97 showrunner (the details are still sketchy) shortly before the series premiered on Disney+, Beau DeMayo has remained active on social media, sharing intriguing insights into the development of the animated revival show and revealing some of his key influences.
DeMayo has previously explained how the iconic "Superman takes flight" sequence from Zack Snyder's Man of Steel inspired a similar moment from episode 6 featuring Storm regaining her powers, and has now revealed that a different scene may have "subconsciously influenced" Rogue attacking the villainous Bastion in the recent season finale.
This was yet another standout moment for Rogue, who unleashed the full extent of her power while channelling the pain and rage she felt after losing Gambit in the Genosha massacre
I was likely subconsciously influenced by this when writing the #xmen97 finale beat of Rogue punching Bastion. That’s not Superman hammering Zod.
DeMayo has previously explained how the iconic "Superman takes flight" sequence from Zack Snyder's Man of Steel inspired a similar moment from episode 6 featuring Storm regaining her powers, and has now revealed that a different scene may have "subconsciously influenced" Rogue attacking the villainous Bastion in the recent season finale.
This was yet another standout moment for Rogue, who unleashed the full extent of her power while channelling the pain and rage she felt after losing Gambit in the Genosha massacre
I was likely subconsciously influenced by this when writing the #xmen97 finale beat of Rogue punching Bastion. That’s not Superman hammering Zod.
- 5/29/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced the nominations for the first ever Gotham TV Awards taking place on Tuesday, June 4 at Cipriani 25 in New York City. With a focus on shows in their first seasons, the nominees selected by committees of film and television critics, journalists, festival programmers, and film curators feature a range of series, from “Baby Reindeer” to “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” and “Black Twitter: A People’s History,” as well as performances from Emma Stone and Nathan Fielder in “The Curse” to Kristen Wiig in “Palm Royale,” and Lily Gladstone in “Under The Bridge.”
The new ceremony will also celebrate tribute recipients Mariska Hargitay, Peter Morgan, and Lulu Wang.
Hargitay will be feted with the Anniversary Tribute for her “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” tenure of over 550 episodes of playing Captain Olivia Benson. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the procedural series on air...
The new ceremony will also celebrate tribute recipients Mariska Hargitay, Peter Morgan, and Lulu Wang.
Hargitay will be feted with the Anniversary Tribute for her “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” tenure of over 550 episodes of playing Captain Olivia Benson. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the procedural series on air...
- 5/29/2024
- by Marcus Jones and Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
In a drastic move, Marvel shockingly fired the X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo on the eve of his project’s debut. Despite being in the midst of a particularly busy time at Marvel Studios, DeMayo was suddenly laid off after his company email was deactivated and his colleagues were informed about his exit from the project.
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram/@beau_demayo
While Marvel Studios’ decision to fire Beau DeMayo has sent shockwaves through the fandom, this move doesn’t seemingly compare to Fox’s measures in the 1990s. According to reports, in a surprising twist of fate, Fox had taken a critical decision regarding the beloved X-Men: The Animated Series and its crew that still blows people’s minds.
Marvel Surprisingly Fired Beau DeMayo Ahead of X-Men ’97 Release
Premiered on March 20, 2024, with its first two episodes, X-Men ’97 soon took over the internet...
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram/@beau_demayo
While Marvel Studios’ decision to fire Beau DeMayo has sent shockwaves through the fandom, this move doesn’t seemingly compare to Fox’s measures in the 1990s. According to reports, in a surprising twist of fate, Fox had taken a critical decision regarding the beloved X-Men: The Animated Series and its crew that still blows people’s minds.
Marvel Surprisingly Fired Beau DeMayo Ahead of X-Men ’97 Release
Premiered on March 20, 2024, with its first two episodes, X-Men ’97 soon took over the internet...
- 5/29/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Martin Scorsese is one of the most acclaimed filmmakers in Hollywood, and even at the age of 81 is churning out pieces of art. The filmmaker last helmed the crime-Western Killers of the Flower Moon, and is already gearing up for his next project. He remains one of the few individual voices still making films today.
Scorsese’s statements about cinema and the way superhero films were taking over the medium had drawn a lot of flack from fans. The director’s comparison of Marvel movies to theme parks sparked outrage as well as a popular meme template. However, even he would agree to one scene from Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel as cinema.
Beau DeMayo Exhibits Man of Steel Scene To Prove Superhero Films Can Be Cinema Martin Scorsese | Credits: Criterion Channel
Martin Scorsese has often discussed, publicly, his disdain towards the superhero genre of films, especially Marvel films.
Scorsese’s statements about cinema and the way superhero films were taking over the medium had drawn a lot of flack from fans. The director’s comparison of Marvel movies to theme parks sparked outrage as well as a popular meme template. However, even he would agree to one scene from Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel as cinema.
Beau DeMayo Exhibits Man of Steel Scene To Prove Superhero Films Can Be Cinema Martin Scorsese | Credits: Criterion Channel
Martin Scorsese has often discussed, publicly, his disdain towards the superhero genre of films, especially Marvel films.
- 5/29/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
The storytelling process often blurs lines, enabling creators to weave their magic subconsciously, and this holds true for one brutal Henry Cavill scene from Man of Steel. Indeed, the film has intriguingly likely influenced an iconic X-Men ‘97 finale moment involving Rogue, as revealed by Beau DeMayo. Well, a few weeks ago, we got to know about Bastion’s genesis in Tolerance Is Extinction – Part 1, which actually sent waves of nostalgia and surprise through the DC fandom.
A still from X-Men ‘97 | Marvel Animation
Further enriching this, the X-Men ‘97 showrunner, through the candid windows of X, recently admitted that the finale beat of Rogue punching Bastion—a flourish of raw “emotion” rather than narrative need—was a ‘subconscious’ homage to Clark’s fervent defense of his earthly mother.
Beau DeMayo Reveals How Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel Scene Shaped X-Men ‘97’s Finale
In a recent revelation by X-Men ‘97 creator Beau DeMayo,...
A still from X-Men ‘97 | Marvel Animation
Further enriching this, the X-Men ‘97 showrunner, through the candid windows of X, recently admitted that the finale beat of Rogue punching Bastion—a flourish of raw “emotion” rather than narrative need—was a ‘subconscious’ homage to Clark’s fervent defense of his earthly mother.
Beau DeMayo Reveals How Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel Scene Shaped X-Men ‘97’s Finale
In a recent revelation by X-Men ‘97 creator Beau DeMayo,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Marvel and DC Comics have long served as twin colossi in the boundless universe of pop culture, inspiring legions of impassioned devotees. These two powerhouses of the comic book world have long been at odds, with fans fiercely defending their favorite superheroes and storylines. However, amidst the constant bickering and rivalry between Marvel and DC fans, there is one figure who has managed to earn respect and love for his achievements in the DC universe: Zack Snyder.
Henry Cavill in Man of Steel | Warner Bros. Pictures
Snyder’s distinctive vision within the DC Extended Universe, especially with his Man of Steel, which starred Henry Cavill, has become a beacon for discourse. So much so that Beau DeMayo, the creative force behind highly acclaimed X-Men ‘97, boldly soared into the fray, championing Snyder’s work and skillfully parrying Martin Scorsese’s scathing comments about superhero flicks.
Beau DeMayo Considers Zack Snyder...
Henry Cavill in Man of Steel | Warner Bros. Pictures
Snyder’s distinctive vision within the DC Extended Universe, especially with his Man of Steel, which starred Henry Cavill, has become a beacon for discourse. So much so that Beau DeMayo, the creative force behind highly acclaimed X-Men ‘97, boldly soared into the fray, championing Snyder’s work and skillfully parrying Martin Scorsese’s scathing comments about superhero flicks.
Beau DeMayo Considers Zack Snyder...
- 5/29/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
‘X-Men ’97’ was a breath of fresh air on Disney+. The continuation of the original animated series drew many fans back to the platform after the disappointment of ‘The Marvels.’
Combining nostalgia with excellent storytelling, the episodes kept us entertained for weeks, even though the plot moved quickly.
The hashtag ‘X-Men ’97’ trended for weeks, with social media buzzing with theories and discussions, primarily sparked by showrunner Beau DeMayo. The overwhelmingly positive reaction led to the confirmation of at least two additional seasons, with rumors suggesting the show could continue indefinitely.
However, the viewership numbers tell a different story. It seems that only die-hard fans of the original animated series and the X-Men team were drawn to this project.
When the show premiered, Variety reported that 4 million people watched it, marking the biggest premiere for original Marvel animated content. However, this statistic is somewhat misleading, given that Marvel has released...
Combining nostalgia with excellent storytelling, the episodes kept us entertained for weeks, even though the plot moved quickly.
The hashtag ‘X-Men ’97’ trended for weeks, with social media buzzing with theories and discussions, primarily sparked by showrunner Beau DeMayo. The overwhelmingly positive reaction led to the confirmation of at least two additional seasons, with rumors suggesting the show could continue indefinitely.
However, the viewership numbers tell a different story. It seems that only die-hard fans of the original animated series and the X-Men team were drawn to this project.
When the show premiered, Variety reported that 4 million people watched it, marking the biggest premiere for original Marvel animated content. However, this statistic is somewhat misleading, given that Marvel has released...
- 5/29/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘X-Men ’97’ was truly a breath of fresh air on Disney+. The continuation of the original animated series brought numerous fans back to the platform following the failure that was ‘The Marvels.’
It was a perfect combination of nostalgia and excellent storytelling, and the episodes kept us entertained for weeks, despite burning through the plot rather fast.
‘X-Men ’97’ hashtag was trending for weeks, the social media was filled with theories and discussions, started by the showrunners themselves primarily Beau DeMayo. Seeing that overwhelmingly positive reaction to the show, it was confirmed that it would get at least 2 additional seasons, with several rumors going as far as claiming that the show would get as many seasons as possible.
Yet, the number tells us a different story altogether, primarily, that it wasn’t all that watched, in fact, it seems like only the fans of the animated series and the team...
It was a perfect combination of nostalgia and excellent storytelling, and the episodes kept us entertained for weeks, despite burning through the plot rather fast.
‘X-Men ’97’ hashtag was trending for weeks, the social media was filled with theories and discussions, started by the showrunners themselves primarily Beau DeMayo. Seeing that overwhelmingly positive reaction to the show, it was confirmed that it would get at least 2 additional seasons, with several rumors going as far as claiming that the show would get as many seasons as possible.
Yet, the number tells us a different story altogether, primarily, that it wasn’t all that watched, in fact, it seems like only the fans of the animated series and the team...
- 5/29/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
X-Men ’97 was able to achieve one more thing that live-action Marvel failed to do, First, of course, was making Cyclops as a character cool again. Second, was the fact that the animated offering from Marvel Studios’ new wing, Marvel Animation, was able to do Avengers: Age of Ultron right.
Avengers: Age of Ultron | Marvel Studios
According to YouTuber DoomBlazer, who has been a credible voice for the community, the plots of the first season of X-Men ’97 and Avengers: Age of Ultron are not that different from each other. Both properties deal with the issue of artificial intelligence one way or the other, but that is not where the similarities of the stories end.
Bastion and Ultron have similar visions for humanity
A look at Bastion from X-Men ’97 (via Marvel Animation)
As DoomBlazer points out, Bastion and Ultron are similar characters, with similar motivations, and similar end goals.
Avengers: Age of Ultron | Marvel Studios
According to YouTuber DoomBlazer, who has been a credible voice for the community, the plots of the first season of X-Men ’97 and Avengers: Age of Ultron are not that different from each other. Both properties deal with the issue of artificial intelligence one way or the other, but that is not where the similarities of the stories end.
Bastion and Ultron have similar visions for humanity
A look at Bastion from X-Men ’97 (via Marvel Animation)
As DoomBlazer points out, Bastion and Ultron are similar characters, with similar motivations, and similar end goals.
- 5/29/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
It is safe to say that the concept of the X-Men ’97 is quite unique. Bringing it back for the same audience and starting off right where it left off while using the same animation style is something that has not been done before. However, it is safe to say that the approach worked exceptionally well, with all of the episodes getting immense public engagement.
A still from X-Men ’97 | Marvel Animation
Since fans realized that the series was able to gain the same amount of success after so many years, they have been looking for other projects that can go through a similar process. Interestingly enough, the most recent demand does not come from Marvel fans but from those who grew up watching one iconic show.
Teen Titans Need Another Go!
There have been many different series’ to follow the iconic superhero team, the Teen Titans. There have been spoof films,...
A still from X-Men ’97 | Marvel Animation
Since fans realized that the series was able to gain the same amount of success after so many years, they have been looking for other projects that can go through a similar process. Interestingly enough, the most recent demand does not come from Marvel fans but from those who grew up watching one iconic show.
Teen Titans Need Another Go!
There have been many different series’ to follow the iconic superhero team, the Teen Titans. There have been spoof films,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
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It’s always better when a streaming service offers a free trial, but viewers already know exactly what they’re getting with Disney+: exclusive access to new shows and movies from the Marvel and Star Wars franchises like “The Acolyte” and “X-Men '97.” That gives Disney+ the confidence to offer its service without any kind of free trial.
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It’s always better when a streaming service offers a free trial, but viewers already know exactly what they’re getting with Disney+: exclusive access to new shows and movies from the Marvel and Star Wars franchises like “The Acolyte” and “X-Men '97.” That gives Disney+ the confidence to offer its service without any kind of free trial.
Fortunately, there are several bundling options available with Disney+, and viewers can save up to 40% off Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ by subscribing to all three.
What Disney+ Plans Are Available?
Disney+ has two plans for customers who want to subscribe to just that service: its ad-supported Basic plan and its ad-free Premium plan.
- 5/28/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
"Deadpool and Wolverine" — which is due out on July 26, 2024 — will mark Hugh Jackman's return as Wolverine after a seven year hiatus. (I remember vividly when 2017's "Logan" was supposed to be his final bow.)
Ever since superhero movies have become Marvel and DC's biggest cultural footprints, the comics have had the mandate to follow their lead. The adaptations point the direction of the source material, not the other way around.
Take how, in the 2010s, Marvel relegated the X-Men from the top shelf to the dustbin because 20th Century Fox owned the mutants' movie rights. Once Marvel's parent company Disney acquired Fox (and the X-Men with it) in 2019, the X-Men were raised back up. "Deadpool and Wolverine" is the greatest culmination of that merger yet, with the film's trailers suggesting the Merc with a Mouth is entering the MCU full-throttle — and bringing the rest of Fox's Marvel films along with him.
Ever since superhero movies have become Marvel and DC's biggest cultural footprints, the comics have had the mandate to follow their lead. The adaptations point the direction of the source material, not the other way around.
Take how, in the 2010s, Marvel relegated the X-Men from the top shelf to the dustbin because 20th Century Fox owned the mutants' movie rights. Once Marvel's parent company Disney acquired Fox (and the X-Men with it) in 2019, the X-Men were raised back up. "Deadpool and Wolverine" is the greatest culmination of that merger yet, with the film's trailers suggesting the Merc with a Mouth is entering the MCU full-throttle — and bringing the rest of Fox's Marvel films along with him.
- 5/28/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Recent inside sources reveal that after the epic showdown in Tom Holland’s No Way Home, the iconic Doctor Octopus and the Green Goblin are slated to make a comeback in Spider-Man 4. One thing that nobody can deny is that Spider-Man is just not complete without his villains. Throughout each era of Spider-Man movies, these villains have not only made a name for themselves but have also gathered dedicated fan bases of their own.
Tom Holland as Spider-Man in No Way Home | Sony Pictures
While the project is still in its very early stages, this recent scoop has undeniably sparked joy among fans. With the promise of these legendary anti-heroes resurfacing, the stage is set for a thrilling journey of Spider-Man’s epic saga.
Green Goblin and Doc Ock Set to Return in Tom Holland’s Next Spider-Man Film?
After Tom Holland’s Spider-Man navigated through the multiversal chaos of No Way Home,...
Tom Holland as Spider-Man in No Way Home | Sony Pictures
While the project is still in its very early stages, this recent scoop has undeniably sparked joy among fans. With the promise of these legendary anti-heroes resurfacing, the stage is set for a thrilling journey of Spider-Man’s epic saga.
Green Goblin and Doc Ock Set to Return in Tom Holland’s Next Spider-Man Film?
After Tom Holland’s Spider-Man navigated through the multiversal chaos of No Way Home,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Since ‘X-Men ’97’ teased Spider-Man from the original animated series, fans have eagerly awaited his reunion with Mary Jane, and the showrunners fulfilled that hope.
In the explosive finale of ‘X-Men ’97,’ Peter Parker and Mary Jane finally come together again. Amidst numerous iconic cameos, including several Avengers, one appearance stood out. Showrunner Beau DeMayo verified its authenticity and hinted at the potential recreation of another beloved animation from the same era.
Following Professor X’s intervention, which healed Magneto and diverted Asteroid M, a cameo by Peter Parker and Mary Jane reminiscent of their appearances in the 1994-1998 Spider-Man animated series brought joy to fans. DeMayo affirmed the reunion on social media, bridging a narrative gap from the original animation where Peter and Mj never reconnected.
Director Jake Castorena of ‘X-Men ’97’ disclosed to Comicbook.com that Beau DeMayo’s aim was to offer a satisfying resolution to the...
In the explosive finale of ‘X-Men ’97,’ Peter Parker and Mary Jane finally come together again. Amidst numerous iconic cameos, including several Avengers, one appearance stood out. Showrunner Beau DeMayo verified its authenticity and hinted at the potential recreation of another beloved animation from the same era.
Following Professor X’s intervention, which healed Magneto and diverted Asteroid M, a cameo by Peter Parker and Mary Jane reminiscent of their appearances in the 1994-1998 Spider-Man animated series brought joy to fans. DeMayo affirmed the reunion on social media, bridging a narrative gap from the original animation where Peter and Mj never reconnected.
Director Jake Castorena of ‘X-Men ’97’ disclosed to Comicbook.com that Beau DeMayo’s aim was to offer a satisfying resolution to the...
- 5/28/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Ever since ‘X-Men ’97’ gave fans a glimpse of Spider-Man from the original animated series, fans have been hoping that he will find his Mary Jane, and the showrunners delivered.
In the bombastic ‘X-Men ’97’ finale, Peter Parker and Mary Jane finally reunited. The final episode of the series featured numerous iconic cameos, including several Avengers, but one particular appearance stole the show. Showrunner Beau DeMayo confirmed its authenticity and hinted at the possibility of recreating another iconic animation from the same era.
After Professor X’s intervention healed Magneto and diverted Asteroid M, saving humanity. A brief cameo by Peter Parker and Mary Jane, reminiscent of their appearances in the 1994-1998 Spider-Man animated series, delighted fans. DeMayo confirmed the reunion on social media, filling a narrative gap from the original animation where Peter and Mj never reconnected.
Director Jake Castorena of X-Men ’97 revealed to Comicbook.com that Beau...
In the bombastic ‘X-Men ’97’ finale, Peter Parker and Mary Jane finally reunited. The final episode of the series featured numerous iconic cameos, including several Avengers, but one particular appearance stole the show. Showrunner Beau DeMayo confirmed its authenticity and hinted at the possibility of recreating another iconic animation from the same era.
After Professor X’s intervention healed Magneto and diverted Asteroid M, saving humanity. A brief cameo by Peter Parker and Mary Jane, reminiscent of their appearances in the 1994-1998 Spider-Man animated series, delighted fans. DeMayo confirmed the reunion on social media, filling a narrative gap from the original animation where Peter and Mj never reconnected.
Director Jake Castorena of X-Men ’97 revealed to Comicbook.com that Beau...
- 5/28/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Marvel’s upcoming Fantastic Four reboot has rightly generated hype considering the kind of updates that have come out thus far. While the characters were previously featured in the 20th Century Fox series, perhaps the most accurate depiction from the comics happened in 1994’s Fantastic Four: The Animated Series, as it featured multiple narratives taken straight from various traditional DC arcs.
The titular theory, which suggests that the upcoming movie might as well feature the same characters from the timeline seen in the animated offering makes sense on various fronts. Furthermore, it will also pave the way for the potential inclusion of the X-Men ‘97 characters in a future live-action movie.
Galactus shall soon arrive! | Marvel
That in itself appears to be something the MCU is inadvertently heading towards, considering the kind of developments that have happened via the various TV series that Marvel has released in recent years.
Can...
The titular theory, which suggests that the upcoming movie might as well feature the same characters from the timeline seen in the animated offering makes sense on various fronts. Furthermore, it will also pave the way for the potential inclusion of the X-Men ‘97 characters in a future live-action movie.
Galactus shall soon arrive! | Marvel
That in itself appears to be something the MCU is inadvertently heading towards, considering the kind of developments that have happened via the various TV series that Marvel has released in recent years.
Can...
- 5/27/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
The three-part finale of X-Men ’97 featured many surprise cameos including heroes outside of the X-Men. The show presented how other Marvel heroes around the world were responding to the impending apocalypse carried out by Bastion while the X-Men try to prevent it from happening.
A still from X-Men ’97 | Marvel Animation
Quick glimpses of Daredevil, Doctor Strange, and Spider-Man are seen in the three-part finale, with the latter appearing twice. The Peter Parker cameo in the last episode was a game changer as it resolved a long-standing cliffhanger from the 90s animated Spider-Man show about Mj’s fate. X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo wanted to provide a happy resolution with the scene.
Beau DeMayo Wanted to Provide Closure To an Infamous Spider-Man Cliffhanger with X-Men ’97 Peter Parker and Mj are reunited in the finale of X-Men ’97 | Marvel Animation
The final episodes of Spider-Man: The...
A still from X-Men ’97 | Marvel Animation
Quick glimpses of Daredevil, Doctor Strange, and Spider-Man are seen in the three-part finale, with the latter appearing twice. The Peter Parker cameo in the last episode was a game changer as it resolved a long-standing cliffhanger from the 90s animated Spider-Man show about Mj’s fate. X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo wanted to provide a happy resolution with the scene.
Beau DeMayo Wanted to Provide Closure To an Infamous Spider-Man Cliffhanger with X-Men ’97 Peter Parker and Mj are reunited in the finale of X-Men ’97 | Marvel Animation
The final episodes of Spider-Man: The...
- 5/27/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Hollywood heartthrob Glen Powell and Puerto Rican actress Adria Arjona recently collaborated on their first movie together: A comedy-action masterpiece titled Hit Man. And, unarguably enough, the duo share some undeniable chemistry onscreen that has fans swooning in commendation. In fact, even the intimate scenes they shot together look as though they were real.
Adria Arjona and Glen Powell in Hit Man. | Credit: Netflix.
But that’s hardly the case when you get to know the behind-the-scenes fiasco, especially for those particular intimate scenes. Why? Well, because what these two fan-favorite actors had to go through just to shoot those scenes must have been nothing short of hell, considering how they were in “so much pain;” learning about which would change your thoughts on those scenes being sexy at all.
The Intimate Scenes in Hit Man were Anything but Sexy for Glen Powell and Adria Arjona
When you look at...
Adria Arjona and Glen Powell in Hit Man. | Credit: Netflix.
But that’s hardly the case when you get to know the behind-the-scenes fiasco, especially for those particular intimate scenes. Why? Well, because what these two fan-favorite actors had to go through just to shoot those scenes must have been nothing short of hell, considering how they were in “so much pain;” learning about which would change your thoughts on those scenes being sexy at all.
The Intimate Scenes in Hit Man were Anything but Sexy for Glen Powell and Adria Arjona
When you look at...
- 5/27/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
X-Men '97 Season 2 Release Date: When Will the Mutants Return on Disney+? - Main Image
X-Men '97 has been an eagerly awaited animation series from Marvel, so it makes sense why fans are highly anticipating the official release date for X-Men '97 season 2.
The show was meant to revive the original 1992 X-Men: The Animated Series, with the story continuing where the show left off.
While season 2 of X-Men '97 was already greenlit as early as July 2022, here is everything you need to know about its release date predictions and potential plotlines.
X-Men '97 Season 2 Release Date Predictions
Animation takes a much longer time to produce, which is why X-Men '97 season 2 had been greenlit ahead of the first season's premiere.
This is also how the showrunners managed to get a headstart on writing the second season's finale.
"[Production] is going really, really well. We're just in post-production on season 1 and [right now] writing...
X-Men '97 has been an eagerly awaited animation series from Marvel, so it makes sense why fans are highly anticipating the official release date for X-Men '97 season 2.
The show was meant to revive the original 1992 X-Men: The Animated Series, with the story continuing where the show left off.
While season 2 of X-Men '97 was already greenlit as early as July 2022, here is everything you need to know about its release date predictions and potential plotlines.
X-Men '97 Season 2 Release Date Predictions
Animation takes a much longer time to produce, which is why X-Men '97 season 2 had been greenlit ahead of the first season's premiere.
This is also how the showrunners managed to get a headstart on writing the second season's finale.
"[Production] is going really, really well. We're just in post-production on season 1 and [right now] writing...
- 5/27/2024
- EpicStream
Bryan Cranston is a true great, and while the Argylle star is no stranger to genre fare, he's yet to star in a comic book movie or TV show.
The actor was a fan-favourite choice to play Lex Luthor for a time, but that always felt like a knee-jerk response to what a terrific job he did as a bald antagonist in Breaking Bad. Of course, we're also well-aware that many of you would love to see him portray Stan "The Man" Lee in a future biopic.
Today, we have word from scooper @MyTimeToShineH that Cranston has met with Marvel Studios about a mystery MCU role. Kevin Feige has general meetings with lots of actors, so there's nothing to say this will lead anywhere.
It's an undeniably exciting prospect, though, particularly with movies like The Fantastic Four, Avengers 5, and the X-Men reboot on the horizon.
"I want to play...
The actor was a fan-favourite choice to play Lex Luthor for a time, but that always felt like a knee-jerk response to what a terrific job he did as a bald antagonist in Breaking Bad. Of course, we're also well-aware that many of you would love to see him portray Stan "The Man" Lee in a future biopic.
Today, we have word from scooper @MyTimeToShineH that Cranston has met with Marvel Studios about a mystery MCU role. Kevin Feige has general meetings with lots of actors, so there's nothing to say this will lead anywhere.
It's an undeniably exciting prospect, though, particularly with movies like The Fantastic Four, Avengers 5, and the X-Men reboot on the horizon.
"I want to play...
- 5/26/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Fortnite is the gold standard of what a live service game should be. The gaming community is delighted to see the improvements that the developers have made for the latest season and it even featured the work of a prolific voice actor from the Pokémon franchise.
Sarah Natochenny did her best to bring Ash Ketchum to life through her talent in voice acting and it is high time for her gifts to be used in other entertainment mediums like gaming. Natochenny voiced Ash in English for the last 17 years which made her well-known in the community.
Pokémon Voice Actor Is Now A Part of Fortnite
After years of doing voice work for Pokémon, Natochenny is ready to enter Fortnite.
It is awesome to see voice actors who helped shape the childhood of many be a part of something bigger like video games. There is a strong likelihood that these players...
Sarah Natochenny did her best to bring Ash Ketchum to life through her talent in voice acting and it is high time for her gifts to be used in other entertainment mediums like gaming. Natochenny voiced Ash in English for the last 17 years which made her well-known in the community.
Pokémon Voice Actor Is Now A Part of Fortnite
After years of doing voice work for Pokémon, Natochenny is ready to enter Fortnite.
It is awesome to see voice actors who helped shape the childhood of many be a part of something bigger like video games. There is a strong likelihood that these players...
- 5/26/2024
- by Rouvin Josef Quirimit
- FandomWire
Mahershala Ali is gearing up to make his debut as Eric Brooks in Marvel Studios’ upcoming Blade reboot. Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige announced Mahershala Ali’s casting as Blade back in 2019. However, the development of the film has faced numerous setbacks, including departures, delays, and script rewrites.
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram/@beau_demayo
Despite these challenges, progress is finally being made on Marvel Studios’ Blade reboot. Rumors are swirling that the creator of X-Men ’97, Beau DeMayo may be penning the script for this project. A recent update from the writer has fans eagerly anticipating more details.
Beau DeMayo’s Latest Update Has Fans Excited
A recent X (formerly known as Twitter) update by writer Beau DeMayo has the fans excited. The story shows him lounging by a pool in Palm Springs, California with “writing” overlaid on top, leading many to speculate that DeMayo...
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram/@beau_demayo
Despite these challenges, progress is finally being made on Marvel Studios’ Blade reboot. Rumors are swirling that the creator of X-Men ’97, Beau DeMayo may be penning the script for this project. A recent update from the writer has fans eagerly anticipating more details.
Beau DeMayo’s Latest Update Has Fans Excited
A recent X (formerly known as Twitter) update by writer Beau DeMayo has the fans excited. The story shows him lounging by a pool in Palm Springs, California with “writing” overlaid on top, leading many to speculate that DeMayo...
- 5/26/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Kevin Feige has been shepherding the MCU since its inception in the late 2000s and came out guns blazing with the first Iron Man in 2008. The MCU soon expanded over the years, and more characters started to populate the narrative and make the universe layered and interconnected.
Phase 4 of the MCU started strong with 2021’s WandaVision | Marvel Studios
However, the franchise is struggling to balance all the narratives that they have going on currently. Many loose ends from the many shows and films released in Phase 4 have yet to be resolved or addressed. Fans have pointed out significant unresolved storylines from the current MCU multiverse storyline that have been pushed to the side and have left them hanging.
Kevin Feige Has Left Fans Confused With Certain Unresolved MCU Storylines
The MCU has yet to address multiple storylines including Hercules in Thor: Love and Thunder | Marvel Studios
The MCU has certainly...
Phase 4 of the MCU started strong with 2021’s WandaVision | Marvel Studios
However, the franchise is struggling to balance all the narratives that they have going on currently. Many loose ends from the many shows and films released in Phase 4 have yet to be resolved or addressed. Fans have pointed out significant unresolved storylines from the current MCU multiverse storyline that have been pushed to the side and have left them hanging.
Kevin Feige Has Left Fans Confused With Certain Unresolved MCU Storylines
The MCU has yet to address multiple storylines including Hercules in Thor: Love and Thunder | Marvel Studios
The MCU has certainly...
- 5/26/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
There is little doubt that Marvel has seen a gross loss in quality in recent years, perhaps after the incessant success of Avengers: Endgame. However, things are certainly looking on the up, at least potentially, with a range of exciting projects set to be released in the coming time.
This, quite notably, includes the upcoming Fantastic Four movie, which has been allotted a release date of July 25, 2025, for the time being. Featuring a glut of stars such as Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, it seems as if another superstar of Indian origin, previously seen in CBS’s SuperGirl, Rahul Kohli, was also in the running for a major role.
Rahul Kohli was also a choice for Reed Richards. | Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons
The actor revealed that he also ‘tried out’ for the role of none other than Reed Richards aka. Mister Fantastic, but it was eventually...
This, quite notably, includes the upcoming Fantastic Four movie, which has been allotted a release date of July 25, 2025, for the time being. Featuring a glut of stars such as Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, it seems as if another superstar of Indian origin, previously seen in CBS’s SuperGirl, Rahul Kohli, was also in the running for a major role.
Rahul Kohli was also a choice for Reed Richards. | Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons
The actor revealed that he also ‘tried out’ for the role of none other than Reed Richards aka. Mister Fantastic, but it was eventually...
- 5/26/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
When Pink Friday 2 hit the shelves in the twilight of 2023, Nicki Minaj couldn’t have been happier. Her fifth studio album was going strong, amassing 228,000 units sold in its first week itself, ensuring that it debuted at No.1 on Billboard 200. It also made her the female rapper with Most No.1s on the chart. But time spares no one.
2024 has not gone as Nicki Minaj would have wanted it to. The Super Bass singer’s Pink Friday 2 World Tour was expected to be a sensation. But right when she was in the European leg of the Tour, she seems to have been caught in a pickle, one which will be hard to break out of.
Nicki Minaj’s The Pink Friday 2 World Tour seems to have hit an unexpected snag Nicki Minaj kicked off her Pink Friday 2 World Tour this March l Author: Dyllan Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Beginning on 1st March,...
2024 has not gone as Nicki Minaj would have wanted it to. The Super Bass singer’s Pink Friday 2 World Tour was expected to be a sensation. But right when she was in the European leg of the Tour, she seems to have been caught in a pickle, one which will be hard to break out of.
Nicki Minaj’s The Pink Friday 2 World Tour seems to have hit an unexpected snag Nicki Minaj kicked off her Pink Friday 2 World Tour this March l Author: Dyllan Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Beginning on 1st March,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
The Fantastic Four has been rumored to take place in a completely separate universe for the MCU, before making the jump to the Sacred Timeline during the events of Avengers: Secret Wars. There is yet to be official confirmation about whether this is actually going to be the case, but if true, The Fantastic Four will be able to deliver a cliffhanger as big as the one we saw in Avengers: Infinity War.
The new Fantastic Four cast. | Credit: Marvel Studios.
If Marvel’s The Fantastic Four does indeed take place in a separate universe, this allows the film to take a more liberated approach with its story, as the film would not be beholden to all the development of the mainline MCU. This could encourage the film to deliver a cliffhanger like that of Avengers: Infinity War, which could see the Fantastic Four lose to the antagonist of the film,...
The new Fantastic Four cast. | Credit: Marvel Studios.
If Marvel’s The Fantastic Four does indeed take place in a separate universe, this allows the film to take a more liberated approach with its story, as the film would not be beholden to all the development of the mainline MCU. This could encourage the film to deliver a cliffhanger like that of Avengers: Infinity War, which could see the Fantastic Four lose to the antagonist of the film,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Chef Carmy Berzatto will return to the perils of running a professional if somewhat dysfunctional kitchen in the third season of FX’s critically acclaimed comedy-drama series The Bear. The series explores the life of Carmy as he tries to rebuild his brother’s failing restaurant business while dealing with personal and professional drama.
Jeremy Allen White will return for The Bear season 3 (Image Credit: FX | Hulu).
The third season of the series recently dropped a teaser trailer, giving fans a tease of all the high-voltage emotional drama that will ensue on screen. At the same time, the teaser also confirmed the release date and schedule for the new episodes. While the teaser excited fans for the upcoming season, one detail left them utterly disappointed. Here is what fans had to say about The Bear season 3.
The Much Anticipated Season 3 of The Bear Drops First Trailer
Created by Christopher Storer,...
Jeremy Allen White will return for The Bear season 3 (Image Credit: FX | Hulu).
The third season of the series recently dropped a teaser trailer, giving fans a tease of all the high-voltage emotional drama that will ensue on screen. At the same time, the teaser also confirmed the release date and schedule for the new episodes. While the teaser excited fans for the upcoming season, one detail left them utterly disappointed. Here is what fans had to say about The Bear season 3.
The Much Anticipated Season 3 of The Bear Drops First Trailer
Created by Christopher Storer,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
The mastermind behind the iconic MCU show X-Men ’97, Beau DeMayo recently shared his top 10 plot ideas for the series. Following the conclusion of season 1, as the show awaits its next installment, DeMayo posted an image via his X account that took a hilarious dig at the X-Men comics and its treatment towards one particular mutant.
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram/@beau_demayo
While his list teased plots for Charles Xavier, Wolverine, and even Storm, Beau DeMayo’s ideas were majorly focused on Scott Summers aka Cyclops. DeMayo’s list almost came as a sarcastic blow, that hinted at how X-Men comics turned Cyclops’ devastating fate into a compelling storyline, while never actually focusing on the character’s development.
Beau DeMayo’s Hilarious List of Ideas for X-Men ’97
Following the end of X-Men ’97 season 1 on May 15, former creator Beau DeMayo took to his X...
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram/@beau_demayo
While his list teased plots for Charles Xavier, Wolverine, and even Storm, Beau DeMayo’s ideas were majorly focused on Scott Summers aka Cyclops. DeMayo’s list almost came as a sarcastic blow, that hinted at how X-Men comics turned Cyclops’ devastating fate into a compelling storyline, while never actually focusing on the character’s development.
Beau DeMayo’s Hilarious List of Ideas for X-Men ’97
Following the end of X-Men ’97 season 1 on May 15, former creator Beau DeMayo took to his X...
- 5/25/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The recent Disney+ animated series X-Men ’97 has been well received by both critics and fans alike. After revisiting the classic X-Men: The Animated Series which originally ended 27 years earlier the Marvel Animated Universe (Mau) has been given a new breath of life. The series has just finished its first season and fans are already hungry for more.
However, one appearance in the recent X-Men ’97 series may give us a bit of a hint about what might come next. In episode 8 of season 1, Spider-Man makes a brief appearance. What’s more is that in Episode 10 both Peter Parker & Mary Jane made cameo appearances, alongside other Mau characters such as Iron Man, Captain America and the Fantastic Four.
Ever since his appearance many fans have been speculating on the possibility of Marvel reviving the Spider-Man series as well. Multiple fans have even taken it upon themselves to make fan art...
However, one appearance in the recent X-Men ’97 series may give us a bit of a hint about what might come next. In episode 8 of season 1, Spider-Man makes a brief appearance. What’s more is that in Episode 10 both Peter Parker & Mary Jane made cameo appearances, alongside other Mau characters such as Iron Man, Captain America and the Fantastic Four.
Ever since his appearance many fans have been speculating on the possibility of Marvel reviving the Spider-Man series as well. Multiple fans have even taken it upon themselves to make fan art...
- 5/25/2024
- by Mr. Milo
- Pirates & Princesses
Marvel’s animated series for Disney+, X-Men ’97 has provided an acute picture of Rogue, an X-Men character long been ignored in the cinematic representation. Particularly, in the 20th Century Fox’s X-Men movies where Jennifer Lawrence’s Mystique got more preference over Anna Paquin’s Rogue.
Anna Paquin as Rogue in X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut. Credit: 20th Century Fox
It’s not that Rogue was completely out of the picture, X-Men makers definitely had the character in mind but the omission of her character was a pain for fans. Bryan Singer’s X-Men: Days of Future Past has celebrated 10 year anniversary and Rogue could have been one important character in the movie but there was a reason why the director decided to leave her out of the theatrical version of the movie.
Why Rogue Was Sidelined From X-Men: Days Of Future Past?
Anna Paquin as Rogue in the X-Men series.
Anna Paquin as Rogue in X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut. Credit: 20th Century Fox
It’s not that Rogue was completely out of the picture, X-Men makers definitely had the character in mind but the omission of her character was a pain for fans. Bryan Singer’s X-Men: Days of Future Past has celebrated 10 year anniversary and Rogue could have been one important character in the movie but there was a reason why the director decided to leave her out of the theatrical version of the movie.
Why Rogue Was Sidelined From X-Men: Days Of Future Past?
Anna Paquin as Rogue in the X-Men series.
- 5/24/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The X-Men are due to make thier appearance in the MCU, and there are a lot of theories as to how they will be integrated into the history of the franchise. Some have suggested that mutants will enter the MCU from a different universe, one that will be assimilated into the sacred timeline. However, another theory has emerged, suggesting that the X-Men have already been part of the MCU.
The X-Men | Marvel Comics
There have been multiple theories about how the X-Men exist in the MCU. Some have suggested that Charles Xavier is responsible for hiding mutants in the MCU, while others say that the mutants will slowly emerge now that The Blip has been undone. There is one theory that suggests that not only have mutants always existed in the MCU, but some sort of cataclysmic event wiped them out from the memories of the general public.
The X-Men | Marvel Comics
There have been multiple theories about how the X-Men exist in the MCU. Some have suggested that Charles Xavier is responsible for hiding mutants in the MCU, while others say that the mutants will slowly emerge now that The Blip has been undone. There is one theory that suggests that not only have mutants always existed in the MCU, but some sort of cataclysmic event wiped them out from the memories of the general public.
- 5/23/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Besides giving star-studded performances as Thanos in (majorly) Marvel’s Avengers film series, Cable in Deadpool 2, and Gurney Halleck in the Dune lore, one of Josh Brolin’s most unforgettable roles is from his series from 2022, Outer Range. Displaying his brilliant acting prowess as Royal Abbott in it, he won everyone’s hearts with this critically approved sci-fi Western drama as well.
Josh Brolin. | Credit: Siebbi/Wikimedia Commons.
Before the series’ release, there was quite a bit of buzz that it might feel like it was piggybacking Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone saga. However, Brolin was quick to shut all of that down with a disagreeing statement that made it evident that besides a few necessary factors required in Western projects, perhaps nothing was similar between these two masterpieces of different universes.
Josh Brolin Doesn’t Feel Outer Range Piggybacked Yellowstone
Back in 2022, when Josh Brolin‘s science fiction Western...
Josh Brolin. | Credit: Siebbi/Wikimedia Commons.
Before the series’ release, there was quite a bit of buzz that it might feel like it was piggybacking Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone saga. However, Brolin was quick to shut all of that down with a disagreeing statement that made it evident that besides a few necessary factors required in Western projects, perhaps nothing was similar between these two masterpieces of different universes.
Josh Brolin Doesn’t Feel Outer Range Piggybacked Yellowstone
Back in 2022, when Josh Brolin‘s science fiction Western...
- 5/23/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The season 1 finale of Marvel Studios' acclaimed animated series, X-Men '97, hit Disney+ last Wednesday, and the events of "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 3" may have given us a pretty good idea of which characters will be undergoing a major personality change when the show returns for its second season.
If you haven't watched the episode yet, spoilers follow.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes ended up being transported through time in the process (by who or what remains to be seen).
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack); while Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.
If you haven't watched the episode yet, spoilers follow.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes ended up being transported through time in the process (by who or what remains to be seen).
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack); while Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.
- 5/23/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Marvel fans were in for a surprise when they sat down for the X-Men ’97 Season finale. While they expected a Spider-Man cameo in the film, they never expected to get an answer to the biggest cliffhanger of the ’90s. It was revealed that Peter Parker had finally found Mary Jane, a storyline from the 1994 animated series Spider-Man that never saw the light of day.
Peter Parker and Mj from Spider-Man 1994 make an appearance in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The big reveal also made fans question whether a Spider-Man ’97 (or is it ’98) revival is in the books for Marvel Studios Animation. Brad Winderbaum, the Head of Animation, has an answer that may not fully satisfy the Spider-Man fans.
Brad Winderbaum Keeps Fans’ Hope Up For Spider-Man ’97 Revival
Spider-Man in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The tenth and final episode of X-Men ’97 Season 1, titled Tolerance is Extinction – Part 3, featured cameos from several Avengers.
Peter Parker and Mj from Spider-Man 1994 make an appearance in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The big reveal also made fans question whether a Spider-Man ’97 (or is it ’98) revival is in the books for Marvel Studios Animation. Brad Winderbaum, the Head of Animation, has an answer that may not fully satisfy the Spider-Man fans.
Brad Winderbaum Keeps Fans’ Hope Up For Spider-Man ’97 Revival
Spider-Man in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The tenth and final episode of X-Men ’97 Season 1, titled Tolerance is Extinction – Part 3, featured cameos from several Avengers.
- 5/23/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
The X-Men '97 finale featured some huge Marvel Universe cameos, including Black Panther. However, we'd later discover that T'Chaka was beneath the mask, not T'Challa.
The decision has perplexed viewers, particularly when T'Challa's father is typically portrayed as the former Black Panther who fought alongside Captain America in World War II. T'Challa being sidelined has spawned many fan theories, with most convinced the decision must be related to Chadwick Boseman's death.
Following the actor's tragic passing, Marvel Studios chose not to recast his Black Panther. Instead, the hero died off-screen in the MCU, and 2022's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever ended with the reveal that he has a son, also called T'Challa.
In an interview with Phase Zero (via Toonado.com), X-Men '97 supervising director Jake Castorena was asked if there was a reason T'Chaka was depicted as Black Panther after the short-lived Fantastic Four: The Animated Series featured the...
The decision has perplexed viewers, particularly when T'Challa's father is typically portrayed as the former Black Panther who fought alongside Captain America in World War II. T'Challa being sidelined has spawned many fan theories, with most convinced the decision must be related to Chadwick Boseman's death.
Following the actor's tragic passing, Marvel Studios chose not to recast his Black Panther. Instead, the hero died off-screen in the MCU, and 2022's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever ended with the reveal that he has a son, also called T'Challa.
In an interview with Phase Zero (via Toonado.com), X-Men '97 supervising director Jake Castorena was asked if there was a reason T'Chaka was depicted as Black Panther after the short-lived Fantastic Four: The Animated Series featured the...
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
“Assembled: The Making of X-Men '97” continues Marvel Studios behind-the-scenes Sneak Peek of their newest TV series, now streaming on Disney+:
“…in the early 1990’s, , few beyond those who journeyed into the pages of Marvel comics had ever heard of ‘Rogue’, ‘Beast’, ‘Gambit’ and ‘Wolverine’.
“But that sad state of affairs changed forever when ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ debuted on television and touched millions hungry for something different. The series was unlike any cartoon that had come before it, exploring themes of prejudice and social justice. The characters were super, but they were also outsiders, underdogs. Kids everywhere could relate – as well as adults.
“‘Assembled’ recalls the birth of ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ and its revival thirty years later as ‘X-Men ’97’.
“Spend time with the original cast members, along with new voices, as they reveal the stories behind the classic show and its uncompromising continuation…”
Click the images to enlarge…...
“…in the early 1990’s, , few beyond those who journeyed into the pages of Marvel comics had ever heard of ‘Rogue’, ‘Beast’, ‘Gambit’ and ‘Wolverine’.
“But that sad state of affairs changed forever when ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ debuted on television and touched millions hungry for something different. The series was unlike any cartoon that had come before it, exploring themes of prejudice and social justice. The characters were super, but they were also outsiders, underdogs. Kids everywhere could relate – as well as adults.
“‘Assembled’ recalls the birth of ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ and its revival thirty years later as ‘X-Men ’97’.
“Spend time with the original cast members, along with new voices, as they reveal the stories behind the classic show and its uncompromising continuation…”
Click the images to enlarge…...
- 5/22/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
T’Chaka’s Black Panther cameo in X-Men ‘97 was met with so much criticism that director Jake Castorena had to explain why they chose T’Chaka over T’Challa to appear in the series. Meanwhile, others wondered why bring back the character at all, now that Chadwick Boseman has passed away.
Chadwick Boseman in Black Panther / Marvel Studios
The Disney+ show has been peppered with a lot of controversies over the course of its Season 1 run, and the finale did not fail to elicit more conversations among fans.
X-Men ‘97 Director Explains T’Chaka’s Cameo As Black Panther
Jake Castorena is aware of the backlash that T’Chaka’s Black Panther has received, but according to the director, it was more of series creator Beau DeMayo’s jurisdiction. Appearing on Comic Book’s Phase Zero podcast, Castorena stated:
Some of the Black Panther of it all are definitely closed...
Chadwick Boseman in Black Panther / Marvel Studios
The Disney+ show has been peppered with a lot of controversies over the course of its Season 1 run, and the finale did not fail to elicit more conversations among fans.
X-Men ‘97 Director Explains T’Chaka’s Cameo As Black Panther
Jake Castorena is aware of the backlash that T’Chaka’s Black Panther has received, but according to the director, it was more of series creator Beau DeMayo’s jurisdiction. Appearing on Comic Book’s Phase Zero podcast, Castorena stated:
Some of the Black Panther of it all are definitely closed...
- 5/22/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 just finished its first season, one of the best things the MCU has ever released. Yet, way back in 1992, Fox Kids almost killed its predecessor before it had a chance to evolve.
In the new documentary special Assembled: X-Men ’97, three of the chief creatives on X-Men: The Animated Series reveal their struggles getting the show off the ground. Producer and director Larry Houston recalls working under Marvel Productions president Margaret Loesch, who always championed the X-Men throughout the ’80s, resulting in misfires like Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends or Pryde of the X-Men but no ongoing series. When Loesch took a role as head of Fox Children’s Network, she brought Houston with her and gave him his shot, with one caveat.
“The folks above her didn’t believe X-Men was gonna do anything,” says writer Julia Lewald, who, along with her husband Eric, worked as a writer on the original show.
In the new documentary special Assembled: X-Men ’97, three of the chief creatives on X-Men: The Animated Series reveal their struggles getting the show off the ground. Producer and director Larry Houston recalls working under Marvel Productions president Margaret Loesch, who always championed the X-Men throughout the ’80s, resulting in misfires like Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends or Pryde of the X-Men but no ongoing series. When Loesch took a role as head of Fox Children’s Network, she brought Houston with her and gave him his shot, with one caveat.
“The folks above her didn’t believe X-Men was gonna do anything,” says writer Julia Lewald, who, along with her husband Eric, worked as a writer on the original show.
- 5/22/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
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