Following their adventures in three seasons of the Disney+ show, Pedro Pascal’s Din Djarin and Grogu are set to further extend their journey in the highly anticipated film, The Mandalorian & Grogu. Details surrounding the project remain shrouded in secrecy/ However, new updates have suggested that the studio has moved up the filming schedule to May, which was originally slated to start in June 2024.
The Mandalorian | Credit: Disney Plus
Disney Reportedly Moved Up Filming Schedule For The Mandalorian & Grogu
Earlier this year, Lucasfilm announced that The Mandalorian and Grogu will continue their next adventure on the big screen in Jon Favreau’s film, which would lead Lucasfilm’s ongoing feature-development slate. The report also stated that the Pedro Pascal starrer would begin filming in June 2024.
The Mandalorian and Grogu | Credit: Disney+
However, recent reports are suggesting that the production of the film could commence sooner than expected. Making Star Wars,...
The Mandalorian | Credit: Disney Plus
Disney Reportedly Moved Up Filming Schedule For The Mandalorian & Grogu
Earlier this year, Lucasfilm announced that The Mandalorian and Grogu will continue their next adventure on the big screen in Jon Favreau’s film, which would lead Lucasfilm’s ongoing feature-development slate. The report also stated that the Pedro Pascal starrer would begin filming in June 2024.
The Mandalorian and Grogu | Credit: Disney+
However, recent reports are suggesting that the production of the film could commence sooner than expected. Making Star Wars,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
20 Most Iconic Star Wars Characters of All Time - Main Image
When Star Wars debuted with A New Hope in 1977, it set the stage for a galaxy rich with complex characters, grand adventures, and epic battles. Over the decades, the franchise has introduced us to unforgettable characters that have captured our hearts, so narrowing it down to only 20 was challenging.
From droids to humans, these iconic characters have helped shape Star Wars into the ever-expanding universe it is today.
20. Jyn Erso
The courageous rebel from Rogue One who spearheaded the Rebel Alliance's mission to steal the Death Star plans. Daughter of the Death Star's architect, Jyn Erso's journey from outlaw to hero is a key chapter in the rebellion's history.
19. Ezra Bridger
The force-sensitive orphan from the animated series Star Wars Rebels, Ezra Bridger, epitomises hope and resilience in a time of darkness. As he discovers his connection to the Force,...
When Star Wars debuted with A New Hope in 1977, it set the stage for a galaxy rich with complex characters, grand adventures, and epic battles. Over the decades, the franchise has introduced us to unforgettable characters that have captured our hearts, so narrowing it down to only 20 was challenging.
From droids to humans, these iconic characters have helped shape Star Wars into the ever-expanding universe it is today.
20. Jyn Erso
The courageous rebel from Rogue One who spearheaded the Rebel Alliance's mission to steal the Death Star plans. Daughter of the Death Star's architect, Jyn Erso's journey from outlaw to hero is a key chapter in the rebellion's history.
19. Ezra Bridger
The force-sensitive orphan from the animated series Star Wars Rebels, Ezra Bridger, epitomises hope and resilience in a time of darkness. As he discovers his connection to the Force,...
- 5/2/2024
- EpicStream
Star Wars: Tales of the Empire releases on May 4, 2024.
The Lucasfilm dive into Dave Filoni‘s most cherished characters has frustrated some fans. Many loved Ahsoka and the relaunch of Clone Wars adjacent shows. However, others have grown weary of over-using these characters, specifically if they do not have prior knowledge. In many ways, Tales of Empire exists because of the hardcore fans who love Clone Wars and Rebels-era characters. However, the expanding universe has paid dividends already, with greenlit shows and movies based on characters Filoni created from scratch, or co-created.
Yet the question about including more Filoni characters has become a hot-button issue in the fandom. Unlike Tales of the Jedi, this series focuses on more obscure figures within the larger Star Wars canon. Without having seen Ahsoka or deep into Clone Wars, you might never have seen these figures. The results have been inconsistent – providing a backstory...
The Lucasfilm dive into Dave Filoni‘s most cherished characters has frustrated some fans. Many loved Ahsoka and the relaunch of Clone Wars adjacent shows. However, others have grown weary of over-using these characters, specifically if they do not have prior knowledge. In many ways, Tales of Empire exists because of the hardcore fans who love Clone Wars and Rebels-era characters. However, the expanding universe has paid dividends already, with greenlit shows and movies based on characters Filoni created from scratch, or co-created.
Yet the question about including more Filoni characters has become a hot-button issue in the fandom. Unlike Tales of the Jedi, this series focuses on more obscure figures within the larger Star Wars canon. Without having seen Ahsoka or deep into Clone Wars, you might never have seen these figures. The results have been inconsistent – providing a backstory...
- 5/2/2024
- by Alan French
- FandomWire
Known for his work on several Star Wars projects, Dave Filoni has become a key figure in shaping the space opera. Starting with his work on animated projects such as The Clone Wars and Rebels, he has also ventured into live-action projects The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett, and has since assumed the role of chief creative officer at Lucasfilm.
The Mandalorian | Credit: Disney Plus
However, when he initially received a call with an offer to work with Lucasfilm Animation, Filoni’s skepticism nearly caused him to overlook the opportunity, as he refused to believe that Lucasfilm Animation even existed and that the offer was potentially a prank.
Dave Filoni Was Skeptical of the Existence of Lucasfilm Animation
After completing the prequel trilogy, George Lucas started working on further expanding the space opera with the animated series, The Clone Wars. One person he had on his mind to...
The Mandalorian | Credit: Disney Plus
However, when he initially received a call with an offer to work with Lucasfilm Animation, Filoni’s skepticism nearly caused him to overlook the opportunity, as he refused to believe that Lucasfilm Animation even existed and that the offer was potentially a prank.
Dave Filoni Was Skeptical of the Existence of Lucasfilm Animation
After completing the prequel trilogy, George Lucas started working on further expanding the space opera with the animated series, The Clone Wars. One person he had on his mind to...
- 5/2/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
The Bad Batch Season 3 Finale: Why [Spoiler]'s Resurrection Took Forever - Main Image
As much as Star Wars fans are hoping the story of their favorite outcast of a team doesn't end yet, The Bad Batch season 3 ends with a bang. Here's why the resurrection of Emperor Palpatine took so long in The Bad Batch.
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3 finale, so proceed with caution.
The Bad Batch Season 3 Finale Shows How Project Necromancer was Halted
The Empire's main goal had always been capturing Omega in pursuit of Emperor Palpatine's Project Necromancer.
The project was intended to resurrect Emperor Palpatine to his former glory, which would explain how he returned in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
While they could easily create Palpatine's clones, the Emperor was seeking a larger experiment in mind: Project Necromancer existed to build something much stronger and...
As much as Star Wars fans are hoping the story of their favorite outcast of a team doesn't end yet, The Bad Batch season 3 ends with a bang. Here's why the resurrection of Emperor Palpatine took so long in The Bad Batch.
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3 finale, so proceed with caution.
The Bad Batch Season 3 Finale Shows How Project Necromancer was Halted
The Empire's main goal had always been capturing Omega in pursuit of Emperor Palpatine's Project Necromancer.
The project was intended to resurrect Emperor Palpatine to his former glory, which would explain how he returned in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
While they could easily create Palpatine's clones, the Emperor was seeking a larger experiment in mind: Project Necromancer existed to build something much stronger and...
- 5/2/2024
- EpicStream
There was no mention of it during Lucasfilm's splashy Star Wars Celebration last year, but The Mandalorian and Grogu will be the first Star Wars movie released theatrically since 2019's The Rise of Skywalker.
Arriving in place of The Mandalorian season 4, the hope is that Din Djarin and The Child can restore the franchise to its former glory on the big screen (with the Rey-led movie next up for Lucasfilm and James Mangold and Dave Filoni's efforts somewhere on the twin-sunned horizon).
We recently learned that The Mandalorian and Grogu will be released on May 22, 2026, and a shooting update has been shared today by Making Star Wars (via SFFGazette.com).
"I talked to two different cats, both believe that filming is actually going on in May for 'The Mandalorian and Grogu," they explain. "In May there will be filming done. I’m not saying it’s May 1st,...
Arriving in place of The Mandalorian season 4, the hope is that Din Djarin and The Child can restore the franchise to its former glory on the big screen (with the Rey-led movie next up for Lucasfilm and James Mangold and Dave Filoni's efforts somewhere on the twin-sunned horizon).
We recently learned that The Mandalorian and Grogu will be released on May 22, 2026, and a shooting update has been shared today by Making Star Wars (via SFFGazette.com).
"I talked to two different cats, both believe that filming is actually going on in May for 'The Mandalorian and Grogu," they explain. "In May there will be filming done. I’m not saying it’s May 1st,...
- 5/2/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Years after "The Sopranos" started what we consider the Peak TV era, there came a show that changed network TV forever: "Lost." It's a show that is as controversial as it is influential, one that helped bring serialization to mainstream TV, make the showrunner as recognizable among TV obsessives as the actors on screen, and delivered one of the most controversial endings in history (though it is a perfect send-off for the show).
Much like "Star Wars," it doesn't matter where you fall on the love/hate scale of "Lost," there is one thing all fans can agree on — the score remains consistently stellar throughout.
A big part of why "Lost" is still talked about so many years later is Michael Giacchino's score. There is a reason why Giacchino has played multiple concerts celebrating the music of the show since it ended in 2010, and why hundreds of people from...
Much like "Star Wars," it doesn't matter where you fall on the love/hate scale of "Lost," there is one thing all fans can agree on — the score remains consistently stellar throughout.
A big part of why "Lost" is still talked about so many years later is Michael Giacchino's score. There is a reason why Giacchino has played multiple concerts celebrating the music of the show since it ended in 2010, and why hundreds of people from...
- 5/1/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
This article contains spoilers for "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" season 3, episode 15, "The Cavalry Has Arrived."
"The Cavalry Has Arrived" is a fitting title for the end of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch," the animated series that was as much a continuation of "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" as it was its own distinct show. Revolving around the genetically altered Clone Force 99, as first introduced in "The Clone Wars," "The Bad Batch" spent three seasons offering us a window into the plight of clones in the days and years following the creation of the Empire and how these particular clones were able to carve their niche in the galaxy. One of the key motivators for this group of former Republic special forces is Omega. She's a special clone and vital to the Emperor's plans to clone himself should something happen to him. Her blood seems to be the only sample...
"The Cavalry Has Arrived" is a fitting title for the end of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch," the animated series that was as much a continuation of "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" as it was its own distinct show. Revolving around the genetically altered Clone Force 99, as first introduced in "The Clone Wars," "The Bad Batch" spent three seasons offering us a window into the plight of clones in the days and years following the creation of the Empire and how these particular clones were able to carve their niche in the galaxy. One of the key motivators for this group of former Republic special forces is Omega. She's a special clone and vital to the Emperor's plans to clone himself should something happen to him. Her blood seems to be the only sample...
- 5/1/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Exclusive: Matt Lanter (Jupiter’s Legacy) and newcomer Sophia Esperanza have joined Prime Video’s Motorheads cast in recurring roles, Deadline has learned exclusively.
From writer-showrunner John A. Norris, Motorheads is about first love, first heartbreak, and turning the key in your very first car. Set in a once-thriving rust-belt town that’s now searching for a glimmer of hope, the series is the adrenaline-filled story of a group of outsiders who form an unlikely friendship over a mutual love of automobiles. And while some characters will be navigating the hierarchy and rules of high school, others will be racing from a dark past.
The series also includes previously announced stars Ryan Phillippe, Nathalie Kelley, Michael Cimino, Melissa Collazo, Uriah Shelton, Drake Rodger, Johnna Dias-Watson, Josh Macqueen and Mia Healey.
Lanter will portray Darren, a wealthy and powerful father of 17-year-old Harris (Macqueen), who, like his dad, is a serious street racer.
From writer-showrunner John A. Norris, Motorheads is about first love, first heartbreak, and turning the key in your very first car. Set in a once-thriving rust-belt town that’s now searching for a glimmer of hope, the series is the adrenaline-filled story of a group of outsiders who form an unlikely friendship over a mutual love of automobiles. And while some characters will be navigating the hierarchy and rules of high school, others will be racing from a dark past.
The series also includes previously announced stars Ryan Phillippe, Nathalie Kelley, Michael Cimino, Melissa Collazo, Uriah Shelton, Drake Rodger, Johnna Dias-Watson, Josh Macqueen and Mia Healey.
Lanter will portray Darren, a wealthy and powerful father of 17-year-old Harris (Macqueen), who, like his dad, is a serious street racer.
- 5/1/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
The Star Wars franchise is probably one of the most influential and talked about series since its inception by George Lucas back in 1976. With Jon Favreau currently serving as the showrunner of The Mandalorian, there are bound to be differences in opinions.
With the popularity of Pedro Pascal’s The Mandalorian, several fans debated what exactly makes a person Mandalorian. To clear things up, Favreau had the perfect explanation for why Boba Fett (a popular bounty hunter) is not considered a Mandalorian even though he looks like a Mandalorian.
Pedro Pascal in a still from The Mandalorian
George Lucas Doesn’t Consider Boba Fett As a Mandalorian
Jengo Fatt was the most feared and the best bounty hunter in the galaxy during the final years of the Republic. He was also the chosen one who was cloned multiple times to create the clone army. During the cloning, Jango Fett had...
With the popularity of Pedro Pascal’s The Mandalorian, several fans debated what exactly makes a person Mandalorian. To clear things up, Favreau had the perfect explanation for why Boba Fett (a popular bounty hunter) is not considered a Mandalorian even though he looks like a Mandalorian.
Pedro Pascal in a still from The Mandalorian
George Lucas Doesn’t Consider Boba Fett As a Mandalorian
Jengo Fatt was the most feared and the best bounty hunter in the galaxy during the final years of the Republic. He was also the chosen one who was cloned multiple times to create the clone army. During the cloning, Jango Fett had...
- 5/1/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Following her breakout role as Shin Hati in the hit Star Wars series Ahsoka, Ivanna Sakhno has found her next big role. Sources tell Deadline she has landed a major part in M3GAN 2.0, a sequel to the hit film from Atomic Monster and Blumhouse in association with Divide/Conquer.
She joins a cast that includes Allison Williams and Violet McGraw.
Plot details on M3GAN 2.0 are unknown, but the original film revolves around a life-like AI doll that is programmed to be a child’s greatest companion and a parent’s greatest ally. Designed by brilliant toy-company roboticist Gemma (Williams), M3GAN can listen, watch and learn as she becomes friend and teacher, playmate and protector, for the child she is bonded to. That film would go on to make $180 million worldwide on a $12 million budget, with a sequel quickly going into development.
Related: How ‘M3GAN’ Boogied Her Way To...
She joins a cast that includes Allison Williams and Violet McGraw.
Plot details on M3GAN 2.0 are unknown, but the original film revolves around a life-like AI doll that is programmed to be a child’s greatest companion and a parent’s greatest ally. Designed by brilliant toy-company roboticist Gemma (Williams), M3GAN can listen, watch and learn as she becomes friend and teacher, playmate and protector, for the child she is bonded to. That film would go on to make $180 million worldwide on a $12 million budget, with a sequel quickly going into development.
Related: How ‘M3GAN’ Boogied Her Way To...
- 5/1/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Prominent voice actor Dee Bradley Baker has been the voice behind many iconic characters of Star Wars: The Clone Wars. The voice actor returned to the franchise after the end of the Clone Wars with the Disney Plus animated series Star Wars: The Bad Batch, in which he voiced all five of the main clones of the group Clone Force 99.
The actor has also voiced more characters on the show, bringing versatility to each character. Bradley Baker cited his favorite character to play from the series, which reportedly changed between seasons. The actor mentioned how he started to like the character of Crosshair in season two as he was fascinating and had an interesting story.
Dee Bradley Baker Names Crosshair As His Favorite From Star Wars: The Bad Batch Dee Bradley Baker voices all five members of the Clone Force 99 in Star Wars: The Bad Batch
Dee Bradley Baker has...
The actor has also voiced more characters on the show, bringing versatility to each character. Bradley Baker cited his favorite character to play from the series, which reportedly changed between seasons. The actor mentioned how he started to like the character of Crosshair in season two as he was fascinating and had an interesting story.
Dee Bradley Baker Names Crosshair As His Favorite From Star Wars: The Bad Batch Dee Bradley Baker voices all five members of the Clone Force 99 in Star Wars: The Bad Batch
Dee Bradley Baker has...
- 5/1/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Star Wars: Tales of the Empire Trailer Features Darth Vader’s Return - Main Image
Star Wars is now gearing up for the upcoming release of Tales of the Empire this weekend. And to give fans a glimpse of what they’re about to see, the franchise has dropped a new trailer featuring the return of Darth Vader on the small screen.
Tales of the Empire, the second season of the Tales series and a sequel to Tales of the Jedi, will bring the franchise’s villains to the forefront.
In addition to Darth Vader, it will also feature Nightsister Elsbeth Morgan, the former Jedi Barriss Offee, Grand Admiral Thrawn, and General Grievous.
Star Wars: Tales of the Empire New Trailer Explored
The new Tales of the Empire trailer has shown the path to the dark side. It gives a deeper look at how one person can join the Galactic...
Star Wars is now gearing up for the upcoming release of Tales of the Empire this weekend. And to give fans a glimpse of what they’re about to see, the franchise has dropped a new trailer featuring the return of Darth Vader on the small screen.
Tales of the Empire, the second season of the Tales series and a sequel to Tales of the Jedi, will bring the franchise’s villains to the forefront.
In addition to Darth Vader, it will also feature Nightsister Elsbeth Morgan, the former Jedi Barriss Offee, Grand Admiral Thrawn, and General Grievous.
Star Wars: Tales of the Empire New Trailer Explored
The new Tales of the Empire trailer has shown the path to the dark side. It gives a deeper look at how one person can join the Galactic...
- 5/1/2024
- EpicStream
Star Wars The Phantom Menace: Where Are They Now in 2024 on Film's 25th Anniversary? - Main Image
What happened to the cast of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace since 1999? Where are they now? In celebration of Star Wars: Phantom Menace's 25th anniversary, fans will get to rewatch the entire Skywalker Saga in theaters this May.
Where Are the Original Cast of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace in 2024?
As fans reminisce about the first chapter of the Skywalker saga, here's where the cast is, as of 2024!
Liam Neeson as Qui-Gon Jinn
Initially starring as Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn in 1999's Star Wars Episode I - The Phantom Menace, Liam Neeson later became involved in several projects in the franchise.
Moving past being best known for his action flicks like Taken, Neeson lent his voice in Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker and Tales of the Jedi to reprise his role.
What happened to the cast of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace since 1999? Where are they now? In celebration of Star Wars: Phantom Menace's 25th anniversary, fans will get to rewatch the entire Skywalker Saga in theaters this May.
Where Are the Original Cast of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace in 2024?
As fans reminisce about the first chapter of the Skywalker saga, here's where the cast is, as of 2024!
Liam Neeson as Qui-Gon Jinn
Initially starring as Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn in 1999's Star Wars Episode I - The Phantom Menace, Liam Neeson later became involved in several projects in the franchise.
Moving past being best known for his action flicks like Taken, Neeson lent his voice in Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker and Tales of the Jedi to reprise his role.
- 5/1/2024
- EpicStream
Is Tales of the Empire Star Wars Canon? How Does It Fit into the Timeline? - Main Image
With the show’s release just days away, many are wondering if Star Wars: Tales of the Empire is canon. Along with its place in the canon, some are also asking where it fits in the franchise’s timeline.
This new show was announced back in Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023, and it’s the second season of the Tales series.
All You Need to Know About Tales of the Empire, the New Star Wars Animated Series
The Star Wars Tales series began with the Tales of the Jedi, a six-part anthology series that told new stories about Count Dooku and Ahsoka Tano.
For the follow-up, the new season will follow two characters whose lives intertwine with the Galactic Empire – Barriss Offee and Morgan Elsbeth.
These two characters played minor roles in the Prequel Trilogy,...
With the show’s release just days away, many are wondering if Star Wars: Tales of the Empire is canon. Along with its place in the canon, some are also asking where it fits in the franchise’s timeline.
This new show was announced back in Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023, and it’s the second season of the Tales series.
All You Need to Know About Tales of the Empire, the New Star Wars Animated Series
The Star Wars Tales series began with the Tales of the Jedi, a six-part anthology series that told new stories about Count Dooku and Ahsoka Tano.
For the follow-up, the new season will follow two characters whose lives intertwine with the Galactic Empire – Barriss Offee and Morgan Elsbeth.
These two characters played minor roles in the Prequel Trilogy,...
- 5/1/2024
- EpicStream
More names have been added to New York City’s most exclusive guest list. Netflix has announced the addition of cast members joining the upcoming limited series, Black Rabbit, which will be set in New York’s nightlife scene and will star and be executive produced by Jason Bateman and Jude Law. Bateman will also direct the first two episodes.
Black Rabbit centers on some serious sibling drama: When the owner of a New York City hotspot (Law) allows his chaotic brother (Bateman) back in his life, he opens the door to escalating dangers that threaten to bring down everything he’s built.
Joining the lineup are Academy Award-winning actor Troy Kotsur, Abbey Lee, Odessa Young, and Robin De Jesus (The Boys In the Band, Tick Tick…Boom, Welcome to...
Black Rabbit centers on some serious sibling drama: When the owner of a New York City hotspot (Law) allows his chaotic brother (Bateman) back in his life, he opens the door to escalating dangers that threaten to bring down everything he’s built.
Joining the lineup are Academy Award-winning actor Troy Kotsur, Abbey Lee, Odessa Young, and Robin De Jesus (The Boys In the Band, Tick Tick…Boom, Welcome to...
- 4/30/2024
- by Stephan Lee
- Tudum - Netflix
Star Wars is a franchise known for having villains as rich as the heroes. The films have featured iconic villains such as the Sith Lords Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine. However, The Mandalorian introduced viewers to a different kind of negative force in the form of the ever-conniving Moff Gideon, played by Giancarlo Esposito.
Moff Gideon’s true goal in The Mandalorian remains a mystery.
Gideon served as the primary antagonist for the first three seasons of The Mandalorian. However, despite his ruthless pursuit of Grogu, aka Baby Yoda, little has been revealed about the motivations and true objectives of Gideon. As a result, there has been speculation among fans about Gideon’s eventual goal, which just might be to follow in Vader’s footsteps and become a Sith Lord.
Why Giancarlo Esposito’s Moff Gideon Wanted to Become a Sith Lord in The Mandalorian
Giancarlo Esposito debuted as Moff...
Moff Gideon’s true goal in The Mandalorian remains a mystery.
Gideon served as the primary antagonist for the first three seasons of The Mandalorian. However, despite his ruthless pursuit of Grogu, aka Baby Yoda, little has been revealed about the motivations and true objectives of Gideon. As a result, there has been speculation among fans about Gideon’s eventual goal, which just might be to follow in Vader’s footsteps and become a Sith Lord.
Why Giancarlo Esposito’s Moff Gideon Wanted to Become a Sith Lord in The Mandalorian
Giancarlo Esposito debuted as Moff...
- 4/30/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
The original trilogy of Star Wars films is known for its highly unique visual style and storytelling. The trilogy created by George Lucas has carved itself a special place in pop culture. Fans continue to enjoy discussing several aspects of the films, especially certain creative choices made by Lucas that did not sit well with them, such as the death of Boba Fett in Return of the Jedi.
Boba Fett was killed off in Return of the Jedi
During an interview, editor Duwayne Dunham revealed that he and other crew members protested against the creative choice during the production of Return of the Jedi. However, Lucas persisted with the choice, leading to the death of Boba Fett, something Lucas himself regretted later. Here is why the Return of the Jedi crew protested against George Lucas’ decision to kill off Boba Fett.
Star Wars Editor Duwayne Dunham Reveals Protest Against George...
Boba Fett was killed off in Return of the Jedi
During an interview, editor Duwayne Dunham revealed that he and other crew members protested against the creative choice during the production of Return of the Jedi. However, Lucas persisted with the choice, leading to the death of Boba Fett, something Lucas himself regretted later. Here is why the Return of the Jedi crew protested against George Lucas’ decision to kill off Boba Fett.
Star Wars Editor Duwayne Dunham Reveals Protest Against George...
- 4/29/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
1977’s Star Wars, directed by George Lucas, captivated audiences worldwide with many falling in love with the galaxy far far away. While Luke, Leia, and Han Solo became fan favorites, the deaths of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader in the original trilogy moved fans because of their affection for the characters.
Darth Vader instructing Boba Fett in Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
As a result, it must have been difficult for Lucas to pick the one death scene from the originals he regretted the most. However, according to Lucas’ statement, he failed to properly address the death of beloved bounty hunter Boba Fett in the original Star Wars trilogy. Here is why Lucas felt he dropped the ball with Boba Fett’s death and what he would have done differently in retrospect.
George Lucas Arguably Regrets Boba Fett’s Death Scene In Star Wars the Most...
Darth Vader instructing Boba Fett in Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
As a result, it must have been difficult for Lucas to pick the one death scene from the originals he regretted the most. However, according to Lucas’ statement, he failed to properly address the death of beloved bounty hunter Boba Fett in the original Star Wars trilogy. Here is why Lucas felt he dropped the ball with Boba Fett’s death and what he would have done differently in retrospect.
George Lucas Arguably Regrets Boba Fett’s Death Scene In Star Wars the Most...
- 4/29/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
With all the buzz around AI, Disney’s timing for a Tron sequel couldn’t be more spot-on. Fans have been craving one for ages, and with today’s tech, Tron: Ares is set to be stunning visually. The Og films had the audiences absolutely hooked back in the day, so naturally, expectations are sky-high. And now, the Shameless actor Cameron Monaghan’s nod to the movie’s progress has the fans feeling even more optimistic. Looks like it’s in good hands!
Joachim Rønning’s director chair on Tron: Ares via @joachimronning on Instagram
Cameron Monaghan Drops a Major Update on Tron: Ares!
Last year’s official announcement of the Gotham actor Cameron Monaghan joining the star-studded cast of the much-hyped Tron: Ares was met with absolute delight from fans. Despite little updates from Disney here and there about the movie’s progress, it’s still not...
Joachim Rønning’s director chair on Tron: Ares via @joachimronning on Instagram
Cameron Monaghan Drops a Major Update on Tron: Ares!
Last year’s official announcement of the Gotham actor Cameron Monaghan joining the star-studded cast of the much-hyped Tron: Ares was met with absolute delight from fans. Despite little updates from Disney here and there about the movie’s progress, it’s still not...
- 4/27/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Sony Pictures is playing a little release date shuffle this Friday evening. Kraven the Hunter, the upcoming Spider-Man spin-off starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, was originally slated to hit theaters on August 30th, but the film has now been pushed back to a December 13th release. Kraven the Hunter‘s fresh release date was already occupied by the new Karate Kid movie, which has now been bumped to May 30, 2025.
Kraven the Hunter has been delayed several times already, but hopefully, this will be the last move. Coming on the heels of the less-than-impressive debuts of Morbius and Madame Web, this Spider-Man spin-off has a lot to prove, but with an R-rated edge, it could just turn the tide. Director J.C. Chandor has previously described the movie as a tragedy. “Sony probably doesn’t want me to lead with this. but the story is a tragedy,” Chandor said last summer. “When the final credits roll on this film,...
Kraven the Hunter has been delayed several times already, but hopefully, this will be the last move. Coming on the heels of the less-than-impressive debuts of Morbius and Madame Web, this Spider-Man spin-off has a lot to prove, but with an R-rated edge, it could just turn the tide. Director J.C. Chandor has previously described the movie as a tragedy. “Sony probably doesn’t want me to lead with this. but the story is a tragedy,” Chandor said last summer. “When the final credits roll on this film,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
One of the biggest kids series on the planet is coming to the big screen. DreamWorks Animation is in the works on “Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie” and has set it for release on September 26, 2025 from Universal Pictures.
“Gabby’s Dollhouse” is the DreamWorks mixed media series for preschoolers that airs on Netflix and, according to Nielsen, was the most-streamed series that’s original to streaming in 2023. Each episode follows a girl named Gabby unboxing a surprise before jumping into a fantastical animated world of adorable cats living inside Gabby’s dollhouse.
Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey, who created the series, are executive producing the “Gabby’s Dollhouse” movie. Ryan Crego, who earned a Children’s and Family Emmy nomination for his TV feature “Arlo the Alligator Boy,” is directing the film.
In the new film, Gabby heads out on a road trip with her Grandma Gigi to the urban wonderland of Cat Francisco.
“Gabby’s Dollhouse” is the DreamWorks mixed media series for preschoolers that airs on Netflix and, according to Nielsen, was the most-streamed series that’s original to streaming in 2023. Each episode follows a girl named Gabby unboxing a surprise before jumping into a fantastical animated world of adorable cats living inside Gabby’s dollhouse.
Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey, who created the series, are executive producing the “Gabby’s Dollhouse” movie. Ryan Crego, who earned a Children’s and Family Emmy nomination for his TV feature “Arlo the Alligator Boy,” is directing the film.
In the new film, Gabby heads out on a road trip with her Grandma Gigi to the urban wonderland of Cat Francisco.
- 4/25/2024
- by Brian Welk
- Indiewire
It is very important to pay attention to one’s looks if they are trying to make it into show business. Other than being talented and a hard worker, one’s looks also play a major part in the trajectory of how their career is going to look like. Even after finding success, you need to stay in tip-top shape and keep delivering your best if you want to not only survive but thrive in the entertainment industry.
Ming-Na Wen | Source: Wikimedia Commons
The American actress, Ming-Na Wen recently opened up about the same on a podcast and revealed how she wants her female peers to embrace the ‘Tom Cruise’ effect.
Ming-Na Wen wants her fellow female stars to embrace the ‘Tom Cruise’ effect
Ming-Na Wen is one of the most established and successful stars in the industry at the moment. The American actress first rose to fame back in...
Ming-Na Wen | Source: Wikimedia Commons
The American actress, Ming-Na Wen recently opened up about the same on a podcast and revealed how she wants her female peers to embrace the ‘Tom Cruise’ effect.
Ming-Na Wen wants her fellow female stars to embrace the ‘Tom Cruise’ effect
Ming-Na Wen is one of the most established and successful stars in the industry at the moment. The American actress first rose to fame back in...
- 4/25/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
The actor on tricking her tear ducts, being entertained as a child by Tom Cruise and legging it from dinosaurs while wearing stilettos
Hi Bryce! If two generations makes an acting family, does three make an acting dynasty? [Her father is director Ron Howard, both of whose parents were actors.] JohnHunt
I think a dynasty is five generations or more, so we’re not even close. We’ve got a way to go. We’ve got three generations, so maybe I’ll be around for it when the Howards cross that threshold.
When you’re directing something that’s part of a larger collection, such as The Mandalorian, how do you find the balance between maintaining the tone and making something that reflects your own artistic vision? porcospino
Something like The Mandalorian is such an important story and piece of intellectual property. It’s dramaturgically essential to understand the essence of the creator and...
Hi Bryce! If two generations makes an acting family, does three make an acting dynasty? [Her father is director Ron Howard, both of whose parents were actors.] JohnHunt
I think a dynasty is five generations or more, so we’re not even close. We’ve got a way to go. We’ve got three generations, so maybe I’ll be around for it when the Howards cross that threshold.
When you’re directing something that’s part of a larger collection, such as The Mandalorian, how do you find the balance between maintaining the tone and making something that reflects your own artistic vision? porcospino
Something like The Mandalorian is such an important story and piece of intellectual property. It’s dramaturgically essential to understand the essence of the creator and...
- 4/25/2024
- by As told to Rich Pelley
- The Guardian - Film News
Bill Burr was in the middle of a standup set in the original room at The Comedy Cellar when his cell phone rang: It was Jerry Seinfeld. What do you do? Burr answered.
Seinfeld wanted Burr to play JFK in his Pop-Tarts (fake) origin story, “Unfrosted.” Burr immediately accepted the role — and then went back to telling jokes to the paying customers.
It was the fastest (and the most public) “yes” that Seinfeld and his writing partner Spike Feresten say they got from a tremendous ensemble comedy cast that includes Seinfeld himself, as well as Jim Gaffigan, Melissa McCarthy, Amy Poehler, Hugh Grant, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer — there’s honestly just too many to list. That wasn’t always the case.
“There was a long time where we didn’t have anybody to make this movie. We had the budget, we had the script, but we...
Seinfeld wanted Burr to play JFK in his Pop-Tarts (fake) origin story, “Unfrosted.” Burr immediately accepted the role — and then went back to telling jokes to the paying customers.
It was the fastest (and the most public) “yes” that Seinfeld and his writing partner Spike Feresten say they got from a tremendous ensemble comedy cast that includes Seinfeld himself, as well as Jim Gaffigan, Melissa McCarthy, Amy Poehler, Hugh Grant, Max Greenfield, Christian Slater, James Marsden, Jack McBrayer — there’s honestly just too many to list. That wasn’t always the case.
“There was a long time where we didn’t have anybody to make this movie. We had the budget, we had the script, but we...
- 4/25/2024
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
While shows like WandaVision and Loki seem to be all anyone can think of when someone says “Marvel TV,” let’s not forget where it all began. Marvel Television was created all the way back in 2010 and the first project that was released through it was Agents of Shield in which actress Ming-Na Wen played the role of Melinda May.
ABC’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
And now, Ming-Na Wen has finally spoken up about the division between the shows created for traditional television and those developed for streaming platforms. The actress believes that her show, Agents of Shield, deserves an accolade or acknowledgment for launching Marvel Studios into the television space.
Agents of Shield Actress Voices her Disappointment
Ming-Na Wen as Melinda May in Agents of Shield
Ming-Na Wen has a long list of projects to her name including films like Mulan and The Darkness as well as television shows...
ABC’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
And now, Ming-Na Wen has finally spoken up about the division between the shows created for traditional television and those developed for streaming platforms. The actress believes that her show, Agents of Shield, deserves an accolade or acknowledgment for launching Marvel Studios into the television space.
Agents of Shield Actress Voices her Disappointment
Ming-Na Wen as Melinda May in Agents of Shield
Ming-Na Wen has a long list of projects to her name including films like Mulan and The Darkness as well as television shows...
- 4/25/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace celebrates a major milestone this year, and fans will never forget how the movie created a divisive opinion among its viewers, particularly on the matter of Jar Jar Binks.
Jar Jar Binks
The character was beloved by some and hated by many, and this remains a mystery among the cast and crew. Fans did not like the figure because of his clownish behavior and was too cartoonish for the movie.
Star Wars Actor Liam Neeson Reacted To Jar Jar Binks Issue
In an interview with Empire, Liam Neeson recalled how much he loved working with Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best. He admitted feeling offended after the surge of backlash on the character and the actor.
“Ahmed was so funny and inventive. Myself and Ewan were personally hurt and offended by the critical reaction to the character.”
Suggested“I want this to...
Jar Jar Binks
The character was beloved by some and hated by many, and this remains a mystery among the cast and crew. Fans did not like the figure because of his clownish behavior and was too cartoonish for the movie.
Star Wars Actor Liam Neeson Reacted To Jar Jar Binks Issue
In an interview with Empire, Liam Neeson recalled how much he loved working with Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best. He admitted feeling offended after the surge of backlash on the character and the actor.
“Ahmed was so funny and inventive. Myself and Ewan were personally hurt and offended by the critical reaction to the character.”
Suggested“I want this to...
- 4/24/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
This post contains spoilers for "Fallout" season 1.
In its first season, Prime Video's adaptation of the hugely popular video game series "Fallout" follows several heroes and villains who are still working to understand what's real in their worlds. Walton Goggins' movie star character, Cooper Howard, slowly comes to realize that America is making up an apocalypse to sell back to itself, while Brotherhood of Steel squire Maximus quickly learns that the powerful men he idolized as a kid aren't all they're cracked up to be. It's Ella Purnell's Vault-dweller Lucy, though, who gets the biggest reality check when she leaves her underground dwelling to explore a ruthless world with no place for the chipper sense of entitlement she was taught to convey.
Given the themes of the series, it's fitting that it's just as hard to tell what's real and what's not behind-the-scenes of "Fallout" as it is in front of the camera.
In its first season, Prime Video's adaptation of the hugely popular video game series "Fallout" follows several heroes and villains who are still working to understand what's real in their worlds. Walton Goggins' movie star character, Cooper Howard, slowly comes to realize that America is making up an apocalypse to sell back to itself, while Brotherhood of Steel squire Maximus quickly learns that the powerful men he idolized as a kid aren't all they're cracked up to be. It's Ella Purnell's Vault-dweller Lucy, though, who gets the biggest reality check when she leaves her underground dwelling to explore a ruthless world with no place for the chipper sense of entitlement she was taught to convey.
Given the themes of the series, it's fitting that it's just as hard to tell what's real and what's not behind-the-scenes of "Fallout" as it is in front of the camera.
- 4/24/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Disney+ Acquires Live Soccer Rights in Europe; Is it a Preview of What Viewers Can Expect in the US?
The deal marks the first time Disney+ has offered live sports outside of Indian Premier League cricket.
Disney+ has already pulled off one big transformation in the United States in 2024, as it has officially launched its Hulu on Disney+ experience for subscribers of both services. Internationally, Disney+ isn’t done making changes for the year, however; according to Sports Pro Media, Disney+ has acquired the rights to stream UEFA soccer in two European territories, marking the first time the streamer has offered live sports outside of India.
Disney+ will secure 342 live soccer games each season from the UEFA Europa League and the Conference League. Denmark and Sweden are the two countries that will benefit, and will see games remain on Disney+ until 2026-27. A new ESPN streaming service launching in the United States in 2025 will also be available to watch through Disney+. Sign Up Now $7.99+ / month disneyplus.com
Get Disney+, Hulu,...
Disney+ has already pulled off one big transformation in the United States in 2024, as it has officially launched its Hulu on Disney+ experience for subscribers of both services. Internationally, Disney+ isn’t done making changes for the year, however; according to Sports Pro Media, Disney+ has acquired the rights to stream UEFA soccer in two European territories, marking the first time the streamer has offered live sports outside of India.
Disney+ will secure 342 live soccer games each season from the UEFA Europa League and the Conference League. Denmark and Sweden are the two countries that will benefit, and will see games remain on Disney+ until 2026-27. A new ESPN streaming service launching in the United States in 2025 will also be available to watch through Disney+. Sign Up Now $7.99+ / month disneyplus.com
Get Disney+, Hulu,...
- 4/19/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
In the movie Dream Scenario, starring Nicholas Cage, a biology professor named Paul Matthews starts appearing in the nightmares of random people all over the country.
None of these people understand why, nor do they know anything about Paul beyond recognizing his unusual face -- which gives them flashbacks of the terrible dream.
Paul himself is perplexed because he has not intentionally done anything to these people, nor is he a Freddy Krueger-type monster who controls a higher plane of existence.
But when Paul becomes infamous for his cameo appearances in peoples' dreams, he begins to see scorn, fear, hatred, and eventually violence coming from people who hold him personally responsible for their nightmares.
As I finished Dream Scenario, I realized this is what some right-leaning celebrities must feel like.
The Magic of Offending People You've Never Met
They feel they have inadvertently "gone viral" and incited all sorts...
None of these people understand why, nor do they know anything about Paul beyond recognizing his unusual face -- which gives them flashbacks of the terrible dream.
Paul himself is perplexed because he has not intentionally done anything to these people, nor is he a Freddy Krueger-type monster who controls a higher plane of existence.
But when Paul becomes infamous for his cameo appearances in peoples' dreams, he begins to see scorn, fear, hatred, and eventually violence coming from people who hold him personally responsible for their nightmares.
As I finished Dream Scenario, I realized this is what some right-leaning celebrities must feel like.
The Magic of Offending People You've Never Met
They feel they have inadvertently "gone viral" and incited all sorts...
- 4/19/2024
- by Michael Arangua
- TVfanatic
Giancarlo Esposito looked back at his financial struggles this week, recalling a time when he considered ordering his own murder in pursuit of a life insurance payout for his family.
During an appearance on SiriusXM’s Jim & Sam show, Esposito said he went through two bankruptcies before landing Breaking Bad, as well as a foreclosure on his home. At his lowest, he told the hosts, he considered suicide.
“The first thing that had me think there was a way out, was my wife’s father — God rest his soul — Pops McManigal was in insurance,” Esposito said. “So I asked [my ex-wife], I started poking around, ‘How much am I insured for?’ And then she told me. My way out in my brain was, I said, ‘Hey, do you get life insurance, if someone commits suicide, do they get the bread?’ And my wife said, ‘Well, that’s kind of tricky.’”
Esposito said from there,...
During an appearance on SiriusXM’s Jim & Sam show, Esposito said he went through two bankruptcies before landing Breaking Bad, as well as a foreclosure on his home. At his lowest, he told the hosts, he considered suicide.
“The first thing that had me think there was a way out, was my wife’s father — God rest his soul — Pops McManigal was in insurance,” Esposito said. “So I asked [my ex-wife], I started poking around, ‘How much am I insured for?’ And then she told me. My way out in my brain was, I said, ‘Hey, do you get life insurance, if someone commits suicide, do they get the bread?’ And my wife said, ‘Well, that’s kind of tricky.’”
Esposito said from there,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
We typically think of any actor who has appeared in movies and television as having it made, but that’s not the case for most working actors. In fact, before Giancarlo Esposito landed the role of Gus Fring on Breaking Bad, he was so broke that he was considering arranging his own murder for the life insurance money.
While speaking on Sirius Xm’s Jim & Sam show, Giancarlo Esposito revealed that the year before Breaking Bad, he was in dire financial straits and desperately looking for a way out. “My way out in my brain was…’Hey, do you get life insurance if someone commits suicide? Do they get the bread?’” Esposito said. “My wife had no idea why I was asking this stuff. I started scheming. If I got somebody to knock me off, death by misadventure, [my kids] would get the insurance. I had four kids. I wanted them to have a life.
While speaking on Sirius Xm’s Jim & Sam show, Giancarlo Esposito revealed that the year before Breaking Bad, he was in dire financial straits and desperately looking for a way out. “My way out in my brain was…’Hey, do you get life insurance if someone commits suicide? Do they get the bread?’” Esposito said. “My wife had no idea why I was asking this stuff. I started scheming. If I got somebody to knock me off, death by misadventure, [my kids] would get the insurance. I had four kids. I wanted them to have a life.
- 4/18/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Giancarlo Esposito appeared on a recent episode of SiriusXM’s “Jim & Sam” show while promoting his new AMC drama series “Parish” and revealed that he was so broke prior to landing his iconic role of Gus Fring on “Breaking Bad” that he once considered arranging his own murder so that his children could have some financial protection courtesy of his life insurance money. The actor considered this around 2008, a year before “Breaking Bad” inextricably changed his career and opened the door for roles in “The Mandalorian,” “The Boys” and more.
Asked how he got out of near bankruptcy around 2008, Esposito said, “My way out in my brain was: ‘Hey, do you get life insurance if someone commits suicide? Do they get the bread?’ My wife had no idea why I was asking this stuff. I started scheming. If I got somebody to knock me off, death by misadventure, [my kids] would get the insurance.
Asked how he got out of near bankruptcy around 2008, Esposito said, “My way out in my brain was: ‘Hey, do you get life insurance if someone commits suicide? Do they get the bread?’ My wife had no idea why I was asking this stuff. I started scheming. If I got somebody to knock me off, death by misadventure, [my kids] would get the insurance.
- 4/18/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Marshall Weinbaum, an admired publicist who has been a principal intermediary between The Walt Disney Studios and the press for the past 17 years, including on virtually every Disney Animation and Pixar project, is leaving the Mouse House to join Netflix’s awards team, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.
He will be a manager of awards (animation), working under veteran Julie Tustin on awards campaigns for the streamer’s animated films, which have increasingly factored into the Oscar race. Indeed, over the past five years, Netflix has landed seven best animated feature Oscar nominations (at least one every year), winning for Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio in 2022, and two best animated short Oscar nominations, winning for If Anything Happens I Love You in 2021.
Weinbaum came to Disney almost directly after graduating from Michigan State University. As a senior publicist, he became a fixture at the company’s large-scale premieres, screenings and junkets,...
He will be a manager of awards (animation), working under veteran Julie Tustin on awards campaigns for the streamer’s animated films, which have increasingly factored into the Oscar race. Indeed, over the past five years, Netflix has landed seven best animated feature Oscar nominations (at least one every year), winning for Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio in 2022, and two best animated short Oscar nominations, winning for If Anything Happens I Love You in 2021.
Weinbaum came to Disney almost directly after graduating from Michigan State University. As a senior publicist, he became a fixture at the company’s large-scale premieres, screenings and junkets,...
- 4/18/2024
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It has been a lucky 13 years since Tom Hiddleston first played Loki, the God of Mischief in the film “Thor.” He returned to the role recently for season two of the TV series “Loki.” This Disney+ show provided a beautiful end (we’ll see) to the character’s epic arc.
The sophomore outing of the series seee Loki trying to save the universe with the help of Sylvie (Sophia Di Martino), Mobius (Owen Wilson), and Ouroboros (Ke Huy Quan). Kang (Jonathan Majors) is once again at the center of the trouble. The series is fantastical and is held together by the superb performance of Hiddleston. Once again, this classically trained actor brings Shakespearean authority to the role. He is also able to infuse increasing vulnerability to the former villain, making Loki one of the best characters in MCU history. Critics agree, “Loki” is the Tom Hiddleston show.
Zaki Hasan (San Francisco Chronicle...
The sophomore outing of the series seee Loki trying to save the universe with the help of Sylvie (Sophia Di Martino), Mobius (Owen Wilson), and Ouroboros (Ke Huy Quan). Kang (Jonathan Majors) is once again at the center of the trouble. The series is fantastical and is held together by the superb performance of Hiddleston. Once again, this classically trained actor brings Shakespearean authority to the role. He is also able to infuse increasing vulnerability to the former villain, making Loki one of the best characters in MCU history. Critics agree, “Loki” is the Tom Hiddleston show.
Zaki Hasan (San Francisco Chronicle...
- 4/18/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Attention: The Following Report Is A Rumor. Please Take The Following Story With A Grain Of Salt.
The 2021 film Spider-Man: No Way Home was seen as not only the third installment of a popular trilogy of Spider-Man films but also the celebration of two decades of Spider-Man in the cinema. Bringing together the worlds of Tom Holland, Andrew Garfield and Tobey Maguire was seen as a cinematic event on par with Avengers: Endgame.
Nearly three years later, Sony has been dropping the ball on nearly every Spider-Verse-related project, with massive flops such as Morbius and Madame Web. With Sony seemingly desperate to hang on to the Spider-Man license, they know they need the next Tom Holland Spider-Man film to be on equal footing with the previous film.
One of the rumored plots for the project would be a direct follow-up with both Garfield and Maguire returning, while Kevin Feige wants to start fresh.
The 2021 film Spider-Man: No Way Home was seen as not only the third installment of a popular trilogy of Spider-Man films but also the celebration of two decades of Spider-Man in the cinema. Bringing together the worlds of Tom Holland, Andrew Garfield and Tobey Maguire was seen as a cinematic event on par with Avengers: Endgame.
Nearly three years later, Sony has been dropping the ball on nearly every Spider-Verse-related project, with massive flops such as Morbius and Madame Web. With Sony seemingly desperate to hang on to the Spider-Man license, they know they need the next Tom Holland Spider-Man film to be on equal footing with the previous film.
One of the rumored plots for the project would be a direct follow-up with both Garfield and Maguire returning, while Kevin Feige wants to start fresh.
- 4/17/2024
- by Mr. Milo
- Pirates & Princesses
Hulu Live TV may offer the best value in entertainment. Not only do you get 33 of the top 35 cable channels, you also get free Hulu on demand, Disney+, and ESPN+. Today, that deal is even better — you can enjoy it free for three days.
Activate 3-Day Free Trial $76.99+ / month hulu.com What is Hulu Live TV?
If you’ve never cut the cord before, think of Hulu Live TV as a replacement for cable. The main benefit is that you receive the channels over the internet, meaning you can watch TV on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and Vizio Smart TV.
Even better, there’s no contract. Feel free to cancel before your free trial expires or just pay on a month-to-month basis.
The service comes with an unlimited cloud DVR,...
Activate 3-Day Free Trial $76.99+ / month hulu.com What is Hulu Live TV?
If you’ve never cut the cord before, think of Hulu Live TV as a replacement for cable. The main benefit is that you receive the channels over the internet, meaning you can watch TV on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and Vizio Smart TV.
Even better, there’s no contract. Feel free to cancel before your free trial expires or just pay on a month-to-month basis.
The service comes with an unlimited cloud DVR,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Ben Bowman
- The Streamable
Customers can access the MyDisney site to manage their accounts and marketing preferences across Disney services like Disney+ and Hulu.
Disney has the ability to offer different types of entertainment experiences in ways that none of its competitors can. The company has its TV and movie studios, of course, which churn out dozens of titles per year that eventually make their way to streamers like Disney+ and Hulu, but it also has its theme parks, cruise ships, as well as online shopping choices that customers can access from anywhere. It can be confusing to keep login information for websites that deliver these experiences and products straight, which is why Disney is rolling out the new “MyDisney” unified login ability to allow consumers to access all their various Disney accounts with a single username and passowrd.
The MyDisney experience will allow customers to log into Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ with one email and password combo.
Disney has the ability to offer different types of entertainment experiences in ways that none of its competitors can. The company has its TV and movie studios, of course, which churn out dozens of titles per year that eventually make their way to streamers like Disney+ and Hulu, but it also has its theme parks, cruise ships, as well as online shopping choices that customers can access from anywhere. It can be confusing to keep login information for websites that deliver these experiences and products straight, which is why Disney is rolling out the new “MyDisney” unified login ability to allow consumers to access all their various Disney accounts with a single username and passowrd.
The MyDisney experience will allow customers to log into Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ with one email and password combo.
- 4/17/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Disney+ plans to launch new linear-tv-like channels with Star Wars or Marvel shows, according to a report from The Information. But don’t call them Fast channels, because considering the Disney+ subscription price, they wouldn’t be free.
First things first: IndieWire went straight to the source, a spokesperson for Disney’s streaming business, to inquire. The spokesperson declined comment. Shoot.
So then we went straight to the guy who coined the Fast acronym — it stands for Free, ad-Supported Streaming Television — for his opinion on the report.
Alan Wolk has been yelling at SVOD (Streaming Video On-Demand — not Wolk’s acronym) services to roll out preprogrammed channels for years now. It’s Fast without the free; it’s broadcast and cable TV without the cord. Programmers set a 24/7 schedule of owned and licensed content, one after another in whatever order, and they will come. Who’s “they”? Folks who don...
First things first: IndieWire went straight to the source, a spokesperson for Disney’s streaming business, to inquire. The spokesperson declined comment. Shoot.
So then we went straight to the guy who coined the Fast acronym — it stands for Free, ad-Supported Streaming Television — for his opinion on the report.
Alan Wolk has been yelling at SVOD (Streaming Video On-Demand — not Wolk’s acronym) services to roll out preprogrammed channels for years now. It’s Fast without the free; it’s broadcast and cable TV without the cord. Programmers set a 24/7 schedule of owned and licensed content, one after another in whatever order, and they will come. Who’s “they”? Folks who don...
- 4/16/2024
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
Way back in 2002, the excitement for Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones diminished somewhat. Late Night with Conan O’Brien sent Triumph the Insult Comic Dog to mock the fans lined up for the premiere, resulting in a segment in which comedian/puppeteer Robert Smigel launched nerd jokes at the assembly.
Most of the jokes were pretty obvious, including the last bit, in which a man cosplaying as Mr. Spock gained the knack for cursing and walked up and down the line with his middle finger extended. But while the perceived Star Wars vs. Star Trek rivalry has become an old toxic cliché at this point, the fact is that the two franchises don’t actually overlap very much in terms of their core missions. Trek favors optimistic philosophical inquiry and Wars emphasizes fantasy and adventure.
In fact, in their decades-long history, Star Wars and Star Trek haven’t...
Most of the jokes were pretty obvious, including the last bit, in which a man cosplaying as Mr. Spock gained the knack for cursing and walked up and down the line with his middle finger extended. But while the perceived Star Wars vs. Star Trek rivalry has become an old toxic cliché at this point, the fact is that the two franchises don’t actually overlap very much in terms of their core missions. Trek favors optimistic philosophical inquiry and Wars emphasizes fantasy and adventure.
In fact, in their decades-long history, Star Wars and Star Trek haven’t...
- 4/16/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
“Loki” could conjure up a Best Drama Series nomination this year and give Disney and Marvel representation at this year’s Emmys. The second season of “Loki” continues the journey of Tom Hiddleston‘s titular former villain as he attempts to save the multiverse. Loki traverses the multiverse with the help of Owen Wilson‘s Mobius, Ke Huy Quan‘s Ouroboros, Sophia Di Martino‘s Sylvie, and Wunmi Mosaku‘s Hunter B-15. They are hoping to repair the damage caused to the multiverse during the events of the first season, with Kang (Jonathan Majors) again at the center of the trouble.
Season one was greeted with rapturous applause and this sophomore outing has been met with the same response.
Bob Strauss (The Wrap) observed: “Characters with compelling issues, high existential drama, quirky comedy and world-threatening action are blended better than in any other Disney+ show to date.”
John Nugent (Empire...
Season one was greeted with rapturous applause and this sophomore outing has been met with the same response.
Bob Strauss (The Wrap) observed: “Characters with compelling issues, high existential drama, quirky comedy and world-threatening action are blended better than in any other Disney+ show to date.”
John Nugent (Empire...
- 4/16/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
The move to add free streaming channels is the latest bid by Disney to increase engagement on its streaming platform.
Fresh off a proxy fight win against activist investor Nelson Peltz, Disney CEO Bob Iger is feeling confident and emboldened to fully enact his strategy to get the company’s streaming segment to profitability as soon as humanly possible. A new report from The Information suggests that the company will soon be bringing free ad-supported TV (Fast) channels on its flagship streaming service Disney+ in an effort to increase revenue and engagement. The plan reportedly will include around-the-clock linear channels that broadcast titles from Star Wars, Marvel, and other popular franchises owned by the company.
Disney+ will reportedly keep these channels behind a paywall, making them available only to subscribers. There are few details available as yet, such as the number of channels available or a launch date. Disney launched...
Fresh off a proxy fight win against activist investor Nelson Peltz, Disney CEO Bob Iger is feeling confident and emboldened to fully enact his strategy to get the company’s streaming segment to profitability as soon as humanly possible. A new report from The Information suggests that the company will soon be bringing free ad-supported TV (Fast) channels on its flagship streaming service Disney+ in an effort to increase revenue and engagement. The plan reportedly will include around-the-clock linear channels that broadcast titles from Star Wars, Marvel, and other popular franchises owned by the company.
Disney+ will reportedly keep these channels behind a paywall, making them available only to subscribers. There are few details available as yet, such as the number of channels available or a launch date. Disney launched...
- 4/16/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
For Disney's latest Star Wars experience, the role of The Mandalorian's Din Djarin and Grogu prove that "This is the Way."
For the first time ever, the Disney Parks have integrated Star Wars Disney+ characters into a theme park ride via the latest addition to Star Tours: The Adventures Continue at Disneyland, Hollywood Studios, and Disneyland Paris.
In addition to both Cassian Andor and Ahsoka Tano, the original Star Wars Disney+ stars make an appearance, and it may be the best of the new batch.
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For the first time ever, the Disney Parks have integrated Star Wars Disney+ characters into a theme park ride via the latest addition to Star Tours: The Adventures Continue at Disneyland, Hollywood Studios, and Disneyland Paris.
In addition to both Cassian Andor and Ahsoka Tano, the original Star Wars Disney+ stars make an appearance, and it may be the best of the new batch.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 4/16/2024
- by Savannah Sanders
- The Direct
Critically acclaimed and Emmy-nominated, while it may not have matched the ratings of similar “Star Wars” shows like “The Mandalorian”—perhaps more adult and mature than expected— the “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” prequel spinoff series “Andor” was very adored by its fans. Already highly anticipated, the second season will be something special, according to the show’s creator/showrunner Tony Gilroy, who added to the hype. Gilroy is typically a bit more reserved, leaving the showboating for others, but even he suggested that “Andor” season two will be epic.
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- 4/15/2024
- by Christopher Marc
- The Playlist
‘Queen Rock Montreal’ with IMAX Enhanced sound comes to Disney+ in May, followed by nearly 20 Marvel films that will incorporate the tecnology.
Disney+ wants to bring the power of IMAX to your home screens. The streamer has announced that starting May 15, it will begin offering select titles with IMAX Enhanced sound, a dynamic experience offering the highest fidelity for superior listening. The announcement marks Disney’s latest move to improve its streaming platform and is designed to get the company one step closer to becoming the “ultimate streaming destination” that company CEO Bob Iger believes Disney+ can be.
The “Queen Rock Montreal” concert movie will be the first to use IMAX Enhanced sound technology. Disney+ will also upgrade 18 Marvel films to work with IMAX Enhanced Sound. The sound experience can be enjoyed on a wide range of devices, including those manufactured by Sony, Hisense, Sharp, and more. Sign Up Now $7.99+ / month disneyplus.
Disney+ wants to bring the power of IMAX to your home screens. The streamer has announced that starting May 15, it will begin offering select titles with IMAX Enhanced sound, a dynamic experience offering the highest fidelity for superior listening. The announcement marks Disney’s latest move to improve its streaming platform and is designed to get the company one step closer to becoming the “ultimate streaming destination” that company CEO Bob Iger believes Disney+ can be.
The “Queen Rock Montreal” concert movie will be the first to use IMAX Enhanced sound technology. Disney+ will also upgrade 18 Marvel films to work with IMAX Enhanced Sound. The sound experience can be enjoyed on a wide range of devices, including those manufactured by Sony, Hisense, Sharp, and more. Sign Up Now $7.99+ / month disneyplus.
- 4/15/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
“Bluey” fans are in for a treat this weekend as a supersized episode drops on Disney+. The Season 3 finale episode, titled “The Sign,” features a couple of exciting storylines. There are changes in store for the Heeler family, and Bluey is not prepared. Gather your kids around to see what’s next for Bluey, Bingo, Bandit, and Chilli. The new release, which is the longest “Bluey” episode yet, is 28 minutes long, while most clock in at seven minutes. You can begin streaming the “Bluey” special, “The Sign” on Disney+ on Sunday, April 14. You can watch with a subscription to Disney+.
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About 'Bluey' Special 'The Sign'
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- 4/14/2024
- by Aubrey Chorpenning
- The Streamable
Disney has posed a robust defense against Gina Carano, the former star of The Mandalorian, who filed a lawsuit against Lucasfilm and The Walt Disney Co. in February 2021, alleging wrongful termination. Disney has submitted a motion to dismiss the lawsuit and cited a constitutional right to dissociate themselves from Carano’s controversial anti-trans statements.
According to court records, Disney outlined its reasons for severing ties with Carano in the motion filed on Tuesday in California Central District federal court. The actress, known for her background in mixed martial arts, portrayed the character of bounty hunter Cara Dune.
The motion argues that Disney possesses the constitutional right to disassociate its artistic expression from Carano’s speech, invoking the First Amendment as a complete defense against her claims.
Carano had faced backlash after she shared social media posts that mocked transgender rights, criticized Covid-19 vaccine mandates and mask usage, questioned the integrity of the 2020 election,...
According to court records, Disney outlined its reasons for severing ties with Carano in the motion filed on Tuesday in California Central District federal court. The actress, known for her background in mixed martial arts, portrayed the character of bounty hunter Cara Dune.
The motion argues that Disney possesses the constitutional right to disassociate its artistic expression from Carano’s speech, invoking the First Amendment as a complete defense against her claims.
Carano had faced backlash after she shared social media posts that mocked transgender rights, criticized Covid-19 vaccine mandates and mask usage, questioned the integrity of the 2020 election,...
- 4/13/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Star Wars Outlaws is only a few months away and fans of the franchise are cautiously optimistic about Ubisoft’s ambitious entry into the franchise. Being part of a well-established universe has its benefits and fair share of qualms but narrative director Navid Khavari’s heart is in the right place.
Khavari meant to deliver an authentic Star Wars experience and constantly reached out to Lucasfilm Games. Honoring what came before is the first step to true innovation and success.
Star Wars Outlaws Takes Place Between Star Wars Episodes 5 And 6 The narrative director of Star Wars Outlaws wanted to explore the era from a different perspective.
Khavari knew the risks of potentially tackling the most important moment in Star Wars history but did not falter. The director shared in an interview with GameInformer that the team behind the game would collaborate with Lucasfilm Games to naturally bridge the gaps between projects.
Khavari meant to deliver an authentic Star Wars experience and constantly reached out to Lucasfilm Games. Honoring what came before is the first step to true innovation and success.
Star Wars Outlaws Takes Place Between Star Wars Episodes 5 And 6 The narrative director of Star Wars Outlaws wanted to explore the era from a different perspective.
Khavari knew the risks of potentially tackling the most important moment in Star Wars history but did not falter. The director shared in an interview with GameInformer that the team behind the game would collaborate with Lucasfilm Games to naturally bridge the gaps between projects.
- 4/13/2024
- by Rouvin Josef Quirimit
- FandomWire
Rosario Dawson's latest performance as Ahsoka Tano made Star Wars history.
Following her debut in The Mandalorian, Dawson's former apprentice appeared in a cameo role in The Book of Boba Fett before starring in her solo series, Ahsoka, which premiered on Disney+ in 2023.
Before her return for Ahsoka Season 2, Rosario Dawson's most recent reprisal wasn't for streaming or the big screen; it stands as a first for Disney and Lucasfilm's popular MandoVerse.
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Following her debut in The Mandalorian, Dawson's former apprentice appeared in a cameo role in The Book of Boba Fett before starring in her solo series, Ahsoka, which premiered on Disney+ in 2023.
Before her return for Ahsoka Season 2, Rosario Dawson's most recent reprisal wasn't for streaming or the big screen; it stands as a first for Disney and Lucasfilm's popular MandoVerse.
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- 4/12/2024
- by Savannah Sanders
- The Direct
Disney Files to Dismiss Gina Carano's Mandalorian Firing Lawsuit; Actress Reacts - Main Image
Gina Carano has responded to Disney's recent move to dismiss the actress' lawsuit against the company over her controversial firing from The Mandalorian.
Last February, the actress sued Disney and Lucasfilm for discrimination and wrongful termination regarding her firing from the Star Wars series and is seeking compensatory damages.
X owner Elon Musk is also backing the actress' lawsuit as part of his promise to shoulder the legal bill of users who claimed that they were discriminated against and fired over their activity on the platform.
Also Read: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu Movie Has a Release Date
Disney Wants to Dismiss Gina Carano's Mandalorian Firing Lawsuit
According to Deadline, last Tuesday, Disney filed a motion to dismiss Carano's lawsuit over her firing from The Mandalorian.
They argued that the actress lost her job...
Gina Carano has responded to Disney's recent move to dismiss the actress' lawsuit against the company over her controversial firing from The Mandalorian.
Last February, the actress sued Disney and Lucasfilm for discrimination and wrongful termination regarding her firing from the Star Wars series and is seeking compensatory damages.
X owner Elon Musk is also backing the actress' lawsuit as part of his promise to shoulder the legal bill of users who claimed that they were discriminated against and fired over their activity on the platform.
Also Read: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu Movie Has a Release Date
Disney Wants to Dismiss Gina Carano's Mandalorian Firing Lawsuit
According to Deadline, last Tuesday, Disney filed a motion to dismiss Carano's lawsuit over her firing from The Mandalorian.
They argued that the actress lost her job...
- 4/12/2024
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