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Fans of The Terminal List are likely going to be waiting a while to see new episodes of the fan-favorite series.

Amazon just premiered the show’s spinoff prequel, The Terminal List: Dark Wolf, at the end of August, which follows Taylor Kitsch‘s character, Ben Edwards.

However, despite the prequel season filling the gap between seasons, there’s still going to be quite a wait for Season 2.

Keep reading to find out more…

Filming on Season 2 began in the spring earlier this year, and it is expected to wrap this fall, around The Terminal List: Dark Wolf ends its season run on September 24, per Forbes.

Season 1 of the series...

Static Shock, one of the most powerful characters in the DC Comics, has been alleged to join James Gunn’s Dcu in future projects. Gunn revealed that he plans to include Static Shock and The Authority in the Dcu in future projects. However, that doesn’t mean that Gunn won’t face his fair share of hurdles during the time.

Gunn admitted to The New Blerd Order that the difficult task would be to integrate the character of Static Shock into the Dcu because he hasn’t been established in the cinematic universe, much like The Authority.

It’s all about integrating him with the DC Universe, because he’s...

While fans of Guardians of the Galaxy may have hoped to see Chris Pratt don the cowl, James Gunn has made it clear: “As Batman? No. As something else? Yes.” That definitive response came during an interview, settling rampant speculation about Pratt’s Dcu future. (Yahoo Entertainment)

IGN’s coverage reinforces the sentiment, pointing out that while Pratt won’t be Batman, Gunn “sounds like he’s going to get his Guardians of the Galaxy pal into the Dcu eventually.” (IGN)

ComicBook.com floated three intriguing Dcu roles that might suit the actor’s charm and quirkiness:

Booster Gold – A spotlight-loving, tech‑reliant hero much like Star‑Lord, still open for casting on television.

Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord is easily one of the biggest names missing from the massive cast of the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. However, Star-Lord will return, and according to insider Alex Perez, his new role sees him break a record that none of the original six Avengers have managed to achieve.

He’ll be back and will build a new team of unlikely heroes. Not Gotg.

Perez made the above statement during a Q&a session on The Cosmic Circus, where he shared the rumored plans for Pratt’s return to the MCU. According to the scooper, Pratt will form a new team in his next appearance, and here’s how...

Exclusive: Trying to build a slate of original content is hard enough for anyone working in the industry, but try doing that under the constant threat of attacks from a neighboring country.

That’s exactly what Anna Gonchar, Head of Investment and Partnership Projects at the TV Business of Ukraine’s 1+1 Media has been doing since Russia began its full-scale invasion of the European country in 2022.

“We’re still standing and still doing everything we can to keep on going,” she told Deadline in an exclusive interview. “It’s not getting easier and sometimes even getting tougher. You can’t live under this stress all this time, but we are really motivated – we know the truth we are standing for. It pushes us to be more inventive and creative.”

Anna Gonchar

Ukraine’s broadcasters, which include 1+1, Stb and Inter, were late the streaming originals game, with most productions...

Who will be the next James Bond? Who will be the next Doctor Who? Who will be the next Batman? These are three questions that seem to come around time and time again, and two of them have been dominating headlines recently with speculation about who will fill two of cinema's most coveted roles. For the latter, James Gunn has yet to cast his Dcu Batman, who will fight for Gotham City in an alternate reality to that of Robert Pattinson’s The Batman. While many people are in the frame according to rumors, betting odds, and fan speculation, Gunn has confirmed one person who won’t be donning the cape and cowl,...

Marvel Studios doesn't stop surprising audiences around the world. The legendary Marvel Cinematic Universe has been thrilling fans since its inception in 2008 and now, 37 movies and 12 TV shows later (along with $30 billion at the box office), it's clear that there is no end to the love that people have for the MCU. And that extends to its characters as well.

As the studio is hard at work on bringing Avengers: Doomsday and Spider-Man: Brand New Day to life as both of next year's big releases will kickstart the beginning of the end of the Multiverse Saga. And with that will come new storytelling opportunities. It will also bring plenty of major MCU returns.

Vin Diesel has been teasing a standalone Groot movie for quite some time now. The Guardians of the Galaxy star gave us an update in an August 2025 post on Instagram:

I was always fascinated by the origins of how the Hobbit came to be… the idea that it started as a story a father would tell his children around a campfire.

As you know, I have been deep in development and writing on so many of the characters I have grown a bond with. Just recently, I read to my family, The Arbor King… the long awaited story of Groot’s return to Planet X…

There’s movies the world wants,...

Sean Gunn has no clue if he will appear in Marvel’s upcoming ensemble film, Avengers: Doomsday. In James Gunn‘s Guardians of the Galaxy movies, his brother played Kraglin, who went from one of Yondu’s henchmen ravagers to a member of the new Guardians. He also played Rocket Raccoon on the set of the movies, while Bradley Cooper voiced the role.

During his appearance on Brandon Davis’ Phase Hero podcast, Gunn was asked about whether Kraglin or Rocket would show up in Doomsday. Davis also noted that he didn’t have a chair when Marvel announced the cast for Doomsday. He shared that he didn’t know whether...

Amazon MGM's remake of Highlandercontinues to take shape. Henry Cavill is leading the redo of the 1986 film, which Chad Stahelski is helming, and he already has a sizable supporting cast that includes Russell Crowe, Dave Bautista and Marisa Abela. As it turns out, there is room for one more, and the extra support is coming from another member of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Karen Gillan is the latest cast addition in the role of Heather, Connor MacLeod's (Henry Cavill) mortal wife. Joining Highlander will be an MCU union for Gillan and Bautista, having previously shared the screen in the Guardians of the Galaxy...

Amazon MGM Studios' Highlander reboot has just become a Guardians of the Galaxy reunion project. Karen Gillan, who played Nebula in the Marvel Cinematic Universe trilogy, has been cast in the fantasy action movie.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Gillan will play Heather, the mortal wife of Henry Cavill's immortal warrior Connor MacLeod and the love of his life. She is now the second Guardians alum to be part of Highlander, after Dave Bautista (Drax the Destroyer), who joined the remake of the 1980s cult classic as the lead villain, The Kurgan, earlier this month. Russell Crowe and Marisa Abela round out the ensemble of confirmed actors for the movie,...

Chris Pratt almost missed out on the role that would make him a household name in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In an interview with Esquire, Pratt talked about a terrible audition for a G.I. Joe movie that left him feeling embarrassed and unsure about future roles.

“I saw the director’s eyes just glaze over,” he said. He realized it happened because he was “out of shape” and “did not look like a G.I. Joe action figure come to life.”

That experience was so discouraging that he initially turned down the chance to audition for Guardians of the Galaxy, fearing he might humiliate himself again.

Pratt’s concerns weren...

Almost 30 years ago, two Shakespeare adaptations released only months apart from each other, both capturing a distinctly ’90s vibe at opposite ends of the spectrum. Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet appealed to mainstream tastes, while Troma’s Tromeo and Juliet delivered a much wilder adaptation that only Troma could.

Tromeo and Juliet checks off the usual transgressive humor and outlandish, oft gory gags from which Troma built its reputation. Still, it also dares to give the star-crossed lovers the happy ending Shakespeare never afforded them. The genre-leaning rom-com marks the first screenwriting credit for filmmaker James Gunn (Superman) and serves as a blueprint for the trademark blend of rampant...

James Gunn just released a three-minute clip of Edi Gathegi’s Mister Terrific fighting Lex Luthor’s henchmen in Superman. Being a Gunn production, the fight scene, of course, had a catchy song playing in the background.

For those of you who really liked that song, let me offer a little help. The song’s name is ‘5 Years Time’ and is performed by Noah & The Whale. An upbeat indie track, the song fits perfectly with Edi Gathegi’s fight scene in Superman. The song is one of many in the soundtrack of Superman, and somehow, they fit perfectly with the theme of the movie.

With a huge IP like Superman, I had my doubts about James Gunn about his usage of songs in his movies. However, watching the film was a totally different experience.

James Gunn’s Song Choices For Superman Were Bold Yet Perfect A still from Superman | Credits:...

James Gunn’s Superman was designed as a fresh start for movies and TV shows based on DC Comics characters. Henry Cavill and the desaturated edgelord aesthetic of Zack Snyder, out; David Corenswet, vivid colors, optimism, and rambunctious superdogs, in. As Gunn and Peter Safran reboot a franchise that largely wasn’t working, they were prepared to set aside nearly all of the remnants of the DC Extended Universe.

But the “nearly” doesn’t include Gunn’s own creations, which is why midway through Superman, there was a cameo by...

Superman was one of the standout releases of 2025, a year that became massive for cinephiles. In a year that had horror masterpieces like Sinners, live-action darlings like Lilo & Stitch, and action blockbusters like Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, James Gunn’s Superman not only held its own but also became a must-watch release.

Led by David Corenswet in the titular role of the Man of Steel, the franchise-first movie brought a breath of fresh air to the DC universe, and many believed it would become a box office juggernaut. The film pulled in an impressive $580 million at the box office on a $225 million budget, and has an IMDb rating of 7.5 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 83%. Still, despite being a hit, it fell short of the $1 billion mark many had predicted.

But was it really surprising that Superman didn’t cross that milestone? The truth is, there were several...

There are a ton of characters in MCU’s upcoming magnum opus, Avengers: Doomsday, including the X-Men. Of course, the X-Men are some of the most powerful beings on Earth and are a significant threat to Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom in the upcoming movie.

There are a total of seven X-Men characters confirmed to be a part of Avengers: Doomsday. From Channing Tatum reprising his role as Gambit to Sir Ian McKellen’s powerful Magneto, here are all the X-Men characters confirmed to be a part of Avengers: Doomsday.

No.Confirmed X-Men Characters in Avengers: DoomsdayPortrayed By1Professor Charles XavierSir Patrick Stewart2MagnetoSir Ian McKellen3CyclopsJames Marsden4MystiqueRebecca Romijn5NightcrawlerAlan Cumming6BeastKelsey Grammer7GambitChanning Tatum

While the list is not complete since other X-Men characters’ appearances might have been kept under wraps, we can expect these characters to kick Doctor Doom’s butt in Avengers: Doomsday (ranked).

7. Nightcrawler...

The fact that it’s been 7 years since One Piece foreshadowed one of the most crushing sacrifices in Shonen is unbelievable. That’s right, people. 7 years ago, in 2018, One Piece Episode 849, “Before the Dawn! Pedro, the Captain of the Guardians!” foreshadowed one of Shonen’s most devastating sacrifices with Pedro.

This episode is a masterpiece and fully establishes Pedro’s past as a mink warrior and his ties to the mighty Gol D. Roger. We also get to see his commitment to the Straw Hats and understand that Pedro is not just a mere supporting character, but a symbol of selfless resolve.

Pedro’s Ideals and the Seeds of Sacrifice Pedro reveals the bombs strapped to him | Credits: Toei Animation

Ah, the tears won’t stop. Anyways, the reason why we’re hyping up One Piece Episode 849 is because it is the textbook example of how you craft a heart-wrenching sacrifice.

Superman Outgrosses James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy & Two MonsterVerse Films ( Photo Credit – YouTube)

Superman has been flying high at the box office, marking another milestone in James Gunn’s career. Gunn, who once took a big leap into blockbuster filmmaking with Guardians of the Galaxy for Marvel, now sees his latest DC project surpassing that film’s domestic total.

The next generation of hope is here. #Superman is now available to pre-order. pic.twitter.com/yuSUw5HFPH

— Superman (@Superman) August 12, 2025

Superman Surpasses Guardians of the Galaxy’s Domestic Earnings

Marvel took a chance by hiring Gunn despite his lack of big-budget experience back then. This move resulted in Guardians earning $333.1 million domestically and launching a billion-dollar franchise. Over a decade later, he has brought the same energy to Superman, which has crossed $333.7 million in North America and is on track to reach $600 million worldwide before its PVOD release on August 15.

Superman,...

Warning: Contains Spoilers for Predator Kills the Marvel Universe #1!There are several beloved superhero teams in the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe, but one stands above the rest as perhaps the most beloved of all: the Guardians of the Galaxy. Unfortunately, that's not enough to save the team from the brutal slaughter they just endured in Marvel Comics.

In Predator Kills the Marvel Universe #1 by Benjamin Percy, Marcelo Ferreira, and Daniel Picciotto, the Yautja species have decided not only to hunt on Earth, but to claim the entire planet as their own. The only problem is that Earth is heavily defended in the Marvel Universe, so more than a few superheroes have to go, including the Guardians of the Galaxy.

Interestingly, the Guardians of the Galaxy's deaths were something of a precursor to the Predators' eventual strike against Earth, almost like a practice run before the main event. However, that...

If you’re checking Disney Plus for James Gunn’s Superman (2025), the reboot with the Man of Steel launching a fresh DC era, you’re in for a letdown. This DC icon—firmly not part of Marvel, despite Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy roots—is off-limits for Disney’s streamer and always will be. The corporate divide, production backstory, and box office buzz explain why, plus we’ll explore any shot at Hulu based on DC history there, the Hulu-Disney Plus integration, and the Disney+/Hulu/Max bundle.

Here’s the Tl;Dr… Release Status: Superman (2025) won’t come to Disney Plus, as it’s DC/Warner Bros.-owned. Production Start: James Gunn, post-Marvel, co-leads DC Studios; rebooted this in 2022 as Dcu Chapter One. Box Office Hit: Debuted July 11, 2025, with $122 million opening, 86% Rotten Tomatoes critics, 95% audience score. Streaming Path: Digital VOD August 26, 2025; likely Max in fall, not Disney platforms.

James Gunn did not want Chris Hemsworth in Guardians Of Galaxy Vol 3 (Photo Credit – Instagram/Facebook)

Gunn brought his signature style to Guardians Of Galaxy Vol 3, transforming the lesser-known Marvel comic into a blockbuster that delivered three box office hits.

All thanks to his casting choices which played a crucial role in the film’s success, actors like Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, and Dave Bautista, and the voices of Bradley Cooper and Vin Diesel perfectly embodied the quirky and emotional tone of the movie. But did you know Gunn could have ruined the franchise if he had decided to move forward with his initial plans for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3?

In Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Gunn initially didn’t want to include Chris Hemsworth Thor despite the events of Avengers: Endgame, where Thor joins Guardians at the end. However, this was only temporary, as Thor departed...

While it may be waning at the box office, The Fantastic Four: First Steps has already outsold an infamous DC Extended Universe movie. Led by Vanessa Kirby (Sue Storm), Pedro Pascal (Reed Richards), Ebon Moss-Bachrach (Ben Grimm), and Joseph Quinn (Johnny Storm), First Steps introduced a new version of The Fantastic Four into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

First Steps has stumbled at the box office, suffering a 60% drop this weekend on top of last week's 66% drop. With sharply declining returns, it does not have anywhere close to the legs that Marvel has traditionally expected from each release. While it has stumbled, its opening weekend helped to usher in an immense $117.6 million domestic take.

Thanks to that opening, First Steps has surpassed DC's Justice League (2017) in its third weekend, according to a report by The Numbers. The latest MCU movie has reportedly earned $230 million domestically, while Justice League brought in $229 million in its entire run.

Ah, Disney World – the sprawling kingdom where dreams come true, wallets weep, and your Fitbit logs more miles than a marathon runner. If you’ve ever scoured the internet for answers to those burning questions about planning the perfect trip and felt like it was a choose-your-own-adventure novel written by Mickey himself, you’re not alone. Strap in – this is longer than a Lightning Lane queue on a holiday weekend, but way more fun!

Welcome to the definitive deep dive into Walt Disney World Resort – the one article that conquers every conceivable question about this enchanted empire in Orlando, Florida.

Whether you’re plotting your first family pilgrimage, fine-tuning a veteran strategy, or just daydreaming about Dole Whips and fireworks, consider this your master key.

We’ll unpack the quirky rules that keep the pixie dust flowing, decode the skip-the-line sorcery, crunch the costs without sugarcoating, compare it to its...

Amanda Seyfried almost starred in Guardians of the Galaxy ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

In a bold twist of fate, Seyfried turned Guardians of the Galaxy down, fearing it might be the first Marvel movie to tank. “I didn’t want to be part of the first Marvel bomb,” she shared on The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast, adding some legit drama to her decision-making process.

Picture this: 2014, and the film’s premise incorporates a talking tree and a raccoon. Seyfried was skeptical. “Who wants to see a movie about a talking tree and a raccoon?” she mused. Well, the box office said “everybody.” Per Box Office Mojo, the movie went on to rake in $772M worldwide (pretty bombastic!).

Amanda Seyfried Was Worried About Her Career

Despite the killer script, Seyfried was more worried about her career than cosmic adventures. “Because if you are the star of a giant movie like that,...

Daniel Bernhardt first earned a name for himself with his role opposite Keanu Reeves in John Wick, but now he’s set to headline a new fantasy action thriller that just got an exciting new look. Bernhardt will star alongside Patton Oswalt (The Secret Life of Walter Mitty) in Deathstalker, the fantasy thriller that’s been set for release in theaters on October 10. As part of Collider's Exclusive Preview event, we’re thrilled to partner with Shout! Studios and Radial Entertainment Company to exclusively preview a new image of Bernhardt in Deathstalker, showing the leading star being held back before he begins a dangerous battle in treacherous terrain. Deathstalker hails from writer/director Steven Kostanski, who first made his directorial debut in 2011 on Manborg before following it up with other films such as The Void and Psycho Goreman.

Deathstalker is set in the Kingdom of Abraxeon, which is under attack by the Dreadites,...

In a perfect world, the 2013 animated movie, Superman: Unbound, would be the perfect successor to James Gunn‘s Dcu debut feature. The film has all the qualities and story elements suited to follow up Clark Kent’s story from his early rise in Metropolis and fight against Lex Luthor and his clone, Ultraman.

Unbound is upbeat, optimistic, full of hope for the future, has a deep-rooted connection to Kryton throughout the movie’s arc rather than keeping it as a one-and-done forgotten backstory, and above all, boasts a villain formidable enough to single-handedly capture and beat Superman.

If that alone does not make it a spiritual successor to the Dcu Superman, then what else qualifies?

Superman: Unbound Has the Perfect Sequel Arc for James Gunn’s Dcu Film Superman: Unbound (2013) [Credit: Warner Bros. Home Entertainment]

In Superman: Unbound, a brash hero takes the center stage against Brainiac as the...

Marvel Studios has produced the most expansive, successful, and beloved franchise in Hollywood history. It's true; the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been a force since its introduction with Iron Man in 2008 and it has proceeded to tell some of the most compelling long-form stories across the years that have come since, ensuring that fans just can't get enough of the MCU.

It's incredible, and what makes this particular franchise all the more impressive is that storylines and plot threads can be followed up in just about any installments; they don't even have to be direct sequels. That's the beauty of the MCU in that it is a shared universe that can tell multiple stories across many films. Look no further than this year's Captain America: Brave New World, which carried on storylines that hadn't been explored since 2008's The Incredible Hulk.

But that doesn't negate the need for direct sequels,...

Warning: The following contains Major spoilers for 2025's The Naked Gun.The Naked Gun producer Erica Huggins explains how they coordinated one shocking cameo in the movie. The 2025 action crime comedy starring Liam Neeson as Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. and Pamela Anderson as Beth is a remake of David Zucker's 1988 classic of the same name.

Highlights include several fun cameos: The Naked Gun features the brief return of Priscilla Presley, who played Jane Spencer in the original series of movies; a stand-in from Dave Bautista; the return of music icon "Weird Al" Yankovic, who appeared in all previous titles; and the portraits of the original cast.

In an interview with ScreenRant's Liam Crowley, Huggins revealed how they came up with the idea for Bautista's cameo in The Naked Gun.The producer shared that they wanted "an action star" for the gag to capture the feeling of being weirdly misplaced in this universe,...

James Gunn has had quite the journey when it comes to his Hollywood career. From his early days as a writer working with Troma Entertainment to his mainstream screenwriting breakthrough with his two live-action "Scooby-Doo" films and "Dawn of the Dead," Gunn has showcased a love for colorful characters amidst the backdrop of niche genres. However, he would make his directorial debut with his horror comedy, "Slither" in 2006, followed by his sophomore outing, "Super" in 2010.

However, most audiences were introduced to James Gunn's sensibilities with "Guardians of the Galaxy" in 2014. Although Marvel Studios is often criticized for its movies following a distinct formula, Gunn stood out as one of the few filmmakers whose signature style remained prominent amidst the hit-making factory that the Marvel Cinematic Universe was at its prime. The fact that he turned D-list Marvel characters like the Guardians into A-listers within the general public cannot be stressed enough.

Chris Pratt recently talked about the return of his Guardians of the Galaxy character, Star Lord in upcoming MCU movies and projects, and he is making good on his promise. Despite James Gunn leaving the MCU to handle the reins of the Dcu, it seems that Pratt might just continue without him.

The actor appeared for a one-on-one talk with Today, where the question of Star Lord’s return was raised. Pratt had an honest answer about how they made a promise at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

We made a promise at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: The legendary Star Lord will return. And so, we are going to make good on that promise.

The actor further continued that he knows about Star Lord’s popularity and how the character was at the heart of every Marvel fan. He added,...

Superman's co-composer, John Murphy, explains why he prefers working with DC in comparison to Marvel Studios. The composer is a frequent collaborator of James Gunn, having written scores for Guardians of the GalaxyVol. 3 for the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Peacemaker and The Suicide Squad for the DC Extended Universe.

The highly rated new Superman movie marked the latest project from the 28 Days Later composer, who wrote the tracks "Theme from Superman (Official Trailer Version)," "LuthorCorp," "Lois & Clark," "Raising the Flag," and "Walking on Air."

In an interview with ScreenRant, Murphy compared his experience working with Marvel Studios and DC. He shared that he came to work with Marvel on GotG Vol. 3, and while he appreciated the overall "professional" approach, he did feel the emotional distance and admitted to having to "deal with politics separately." DC, on the other hand, which is tied to "an old relationship,...

“The Bad Guys 2” sees all of Mr. Wolf’s wild entourage of thieves return in the sequel, all in an effort to pull off another big heist.

It’s been five years since the events of the first film, and the crew isn’t quite the same. The luxurious lives they once lived has been reduced to a check-to-check lifestyle, and instead of foreign cars, they’re just lucky to make it around town in a beat up, old vehicle. But all hope isn’t lost. In fact, a new group of swindlers makes them an offer they can’t refuse — literally.

The old gang is back, but check out all the newcomers in the cast below.

Sam Rockwell as Mr. Wolf in “The Bad Guys 2” (DreamWorks) Sam Rockwell as Mr. Wolf

Sam Rockwell reprises his role as Mr. Wolf in “The Bad Guys.” Five years later, the...

As the likes of All Elite Wrestling and World Wrestling Entertainment have become fully fledged entertainment brands, rather than just wrestling promotions, it's become more common to see the in-ring performers make the jump to Hollywood -- and no, not those awful movies like "The Chaperone," "The Marine 6: Close Quarters," or any of Hulk Hogan's questionable straight-to-video offerings. You only need to look at how Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns were cast in major roles as Guile and Akuma respectively in Kitao Sakurai's "Street Fighter" reboot movie. In the past, they may have been credited as Thug #1 and Thug #2 in some random action scene.

Considering how wacky the world of pro wrestling is, it's no surprise to see it cross over much more with comic book movies and TV shows. After all, pro wrestlers are simply superheroes in skimpier tights and with their own catchphrases -- and...

All The Film References In James Gunn’s Guardians Of The Galaxy Series! ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Full of pop culture references, including iconic movies, James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy series is a fan-favorite in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). While Peter Quill’s references are concentrated in 1980s American culture, there are quite a few others scattered around.

Here are the eight classic movies alluded to in the famed James Gunn-directed series (in no particular order).

1. The Maltese Falcon (1941) Streaming On – Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+ Rt Score – 99% Director – John Juston

The film noir follows Pi Sam Spade, who, while investigating the murder of his partner, encounters a statue, The Maltese Falcon. In the first movie of the MCU trilogy, Peter Quill describes the ‘Orb’ as having a ‘Maltese Falcon sort of vibe.’

2. North By Northwest (1959) Streaming On – Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+ Rt Score – 97% Director – Alfred Hitchcock

A classic spy thriller,...

As promised last year by Disney CEO Bob Iger, Marvel Studios has scaled back to only 2-3 feature film releases each year, and with “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” in theaters, that’s it for the 2025 lineup. So, what’s left between now and Dec. 26, 2026, when Marvel’s next major “Avengers” film comes out? Not much.

“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” is the third Marvel Cinematic Universe film of 2025, following “Captain America: Brave New World” and “Thunderbolts*.” Meanwhile on Disney+, Season 1 of “Daredevil: Born Again” wrapped up in April, “Ironheart” streamed in June, and only a few more MCU TV shows are coming before the end of next year.

With this reduced slate, how will “Avengers: Doomsday” not only bring back a ton of characters, but set it all up to work story-wise? Obviously, it’s hard to say, other than knowing “Fantastic Four” set up Doctor Doom, their next major villain.

Superheroes killing in the name of justice has been a controversial topic for decades now. In 1992, Tim Burton's weird experiment "Batman Returns" hit theaters and managed to upset audiences on several different levels. Parents (and McDonald's) were affronted by the general tone of Burton's nightmare Gotham, to the extent that the Warner Bros execs decided to change course dramatically with the next movie, dropping Burton as director in favor of Joel Schumacher, who then delivered 1995's more colorful, fan-friendly blockbuster "Batman Forever" (an overlooked Batman movie that's more groundbreaking than you realize). But some fans were dismayed by "Returns" for another reason — namely, that Michael Keaton's Batman was a stone-cold killer, dousing one criminal in jet fuel and blowing another sky high without flinching.

Fast-forward to the 2010s and the same debate was playing out among fans, only this time it also involved DC's other biggest hero: Superman.

Vin Diesel might’ve let something slip. The actor behind Marvel’s Groot posted an update on Instagram that sounded like a big reveal, a new Groot movie, but then quickly edited it to remove all mentions of the project.

In his original caption, Diesel wrote, “So much to be excited about… Finally finished the Groot sequel for our friends at Disney… The Arbor King.” That was enough to send fans into full speculation mode. He even added, “You all know the other films in process or upcoming, but something about the continuation of that beloved floral colossus just feels different.”

Via Instagram

But not long after posting, Diesel quietly edited the caption and took out the part about Groot, making fans wonder if he spoke too soon, or maybe wasn’t supposed to say anything yet. Marvel hasn’t commented on the situation.

This isn’t the first time...

Some things just go together perfectly, like peanut butter and jelly, coffee and cherry pie, and Nathan Fillion and James Gunn. The Canadian-American actor and American writer/director/co-ceo of DC Studios have been working together for decades on all kinds of projects, including Gunn's recent big screen kick-off for his DC Universe, "Superman." In "Superman," written and directed by Gunn, Fillion plays Green Lantern Guy Gardner, a very different version of the DC hero than the one many fans know and love, Hal Jordan. (Fillion previously voiced Jordan in multiple direct-to-home-media DC animated movies, but the live-action role at the time went to his former "Two Guys and a Girl" co-star Ryan Reynolds instead.)

In fact, Fillion has starred in more Gunn projects than just about anyone, save maybe Gunn's own brother Sean Gunn, going all the way back to the director's 2005 feature debut, "Slither." "Slither" is a...

One Guardians of the Galaxy star teased an imminent MCU return in a recent Instagram post. The Guardians have not been heard from within the MCU since 2023's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. In fact, with the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday on the horizon, no characters from James Gunn's intergalactic trilogy have been confirmed to appear in the new film, making them one of the key exclusions for the Multiversal Marvel team-up. 

That does not necessarily mean the star-faring team is done within the super-powered franchise for good; it is just that their next appearance has not been publicly announced. Actors like Karen Gillan have teased their potential MCU return over the last couple of months, leading some to believe they may end up appearing in Doomsday, but Marvel is not willing to officially confirm that.

In a new post on his personal Instagram page, Guardians actor Vin Diesel...

He might be taking his time to build the all-new Dcu (with a production Bible to match), but when it came to creating a crucial piece of lore within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, James Gunn spent about the same amount of time creating it as it would take to read this article. In a recent interview with GQ, the "Superman" director reflected on his time across the street with the other blockbuster superhero franchise and explained how he casually came up with the idea of the Infinity Stones. It turns out that making some of the most powerful objects in the universe isn't as complicated as you might think.

It was in Gunn's first Marvel movie, "Guardians of the Galaxy," that besides dealing with Vin Diesel's line delivery, we finally got a full breakdown of the Infinity Stones that the Mad Titan, Thanos (Josh Brolin), was so obsessed with.

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The latest revealed DC Studios television project is a "Booster Gold" TV show from David Jenkins (creator of "Our Flag Means Death"), which has been ordered to pilot at HBO Max (per Deadline). Booster Gold (created by Dan Jurgens in 1986), aka Jon Michael Carter, is a time-traveling superhero from the future. Though he hails from the 25th century, his story is familiar: he's a jock who peaked in high school (being caught gambling on your own games will do that to you). So, he travels back in time in hope of becoming a big fish in a smaller pond. 

Though Booster is dense and a self-promoting gloryhound, he's not a bad guy. He's similar to James Gunn's take on Peter Quill/Star-Lord and so should fit naturally into Gunn's new DC Universe if his pilot moves forward. "Booster Gold...

This article contains spoilers for "The Fantastic Four: First Steps."

The Fantastic Four are comic book characters that make perfect sense on the pages of "the world's greatest comic magazine," as the Stan Lee slogan has said on Ff covers for decades. Cinematically, they're much trickier. That's because the history of superheroes on screen is distinct from their history in comics, and comic book movies established themselves early on as stories about singular heroes. When the first big comic book movie about a team of heroes occurred with 2000's "X-Men," a new dynamic was established, one which built upon "men on a mission" movies of the past (like "The Dirty Dozen") and eventually developed into films like "The Avengers." The Fantastic Four, as seen in the comics, were created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby as a space-age answer to a then-popular trend of movies and shows that chronicled the adventures of tight-knit family units.

Superman may be the Man of Steel, but Mr. Terrific is hands-down the most terrific hero populating the newly relaunched DC cinematic universe. That's one of the key takeaways from James Gunn's Superman, which promotes DC Comics' resident tech genius and brilliant tactician from the B-list to the A-list. Played by Edi Gathegi, Mr. Terrific emerges as the breakout star of the blockbuster film, scoring big laughs and an even bigger solo action sequence that firmly establishes him as a force to be reckoned with.

That particular setpiece takes place midway through the movie when Mr. Terrific and Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) arrive at a camp populated by super-soldiers employed by Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult). The dynamic duo are there to rescue Superman, who is locked away in a metahuman prison that's hidden from public scrutiny in a secret pocket universe. But to get to his jail cell, they...

James Gunn‘s Super, starring Rainn Wilson, marked the former’s Cbm debut as a director and laid the groundwork for the misfit superhero trend that has remained prevalent in his works since then. With Gunn now in charge of an entire cinematic universe, Wilson deserves another shot at the superhero gig, especially with Gunn being open to more tonally distinct projects.

Even though Super remains one of Gunn’s more polarizing entries to date, given Wilson’s blend of comedy and emotional depth, it’s about time his chops are put to use in the live-action arena of the DC universe.

Rainn Wilson Should Return to His Super Roots in James Gunn’s Dcu

Although Rainn Wilson is primarily notable for his stint as Dwight from The Office, fans tend to overlook his chops in the realm of Cbm. Super, in addition to being one of the more innovative superhero movies of the 2010s,...

The Dream of the Endless is essentially an idea, an idea that was born out of Time and Night, weaving an alternate realm where ideas sprang towards possibility. Ideas like Fiddler’s Green, the Guardians, or as insignificant as Goldie. Ideas cannot die, but the vessel that contains them shall change. Morpheus is a contour of the idea of Dream, and once his actions had decided his destiny, the contour started to wear off. In the first volume of The Sandman Season 2, we see Morpheus changing into something inexplicably humane. Morpheus, who was unbent by his son’s pleas for years, finally granted Orpheus the mercy of death. However, according to the law of the Furies—the three sister selves of mother, maiden, and crone, known as the Kindly Ones in the guise of a euphemism—the endless who had spilled family blood had to die. The first volume of the...

The moment Ralph Ineson’s towering stature enters into frame and his God-like voice is heard, the moviegoing audience knows they’re in particularly good hands.

Thus, The Fantastic Four: First Steps director Matt Shakman understood full well the type of gravitas he’d be receiving when he offered Ineson the role of Galactus, the planet-devouring demigod and recurring foe of Marvel’s first family. In the first hour of what is now the definitive live-action adaptation of The Fantastic Four, Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) return home from an unsuccessful parley with the cosmic entity, and they are visibly shaken by the threat they just encountered, something Ineson’s performance conveyed with ease.

The Fantastic Four is not Ineson’s first foray into the cosmic side of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In 2014, he played a nameless Ravager...

Top 10 Highest-Grossing Actors Who’ve Never Been in the MCU (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Recently, Scarlett Johansson became the highest-grossing actor ever at the Box Office. On that list, she is joined by some of her co-stars from the MCU, which has dominated global box office rankings since 2008. However, many actors have achieved astronomical grosses without ever appearing in an MCU film. That means no Avengers cameos, no Guardians gigs, and not even a multiverse tease.

From the wizarding world to high-speed stunts, these ten stars prove you don’t need a cape to conquer the box office. Their cumulative grosses run into billions, bolstered by legendary roles in Harry Potter, Fast & Furious, Pirates of the Caribbean, and more. All the box office figures are sourced from The Numbers.

1. Tom Cruise – $12.66 Billion (45 Films) Average Gross per Film: $281.5 Million

Tom Cruise stands as the ultimate movie star who’s never needed a Marvel role.

A fun surprise in the latest "Superman" movie was the appearance of Bradley Cooper as Superman's biological father. He's only in the movie for a minute, and he's seen exclusively through a recording he left for Superman when he sent him off to Earth as a baby. The limited screentime means there's basically no time to get used to the casting, so most of the time he's on screen, the viewer's left thinking, "Wait, is that Bradley Cooper?" and then wondering how and why he was cast in the role.

In a recent interview, director/writer James Gunn explained how the Cooper cameo came to be. He explained how, from day one, he was looking for someone who'd match the vibes of Marlon Brando, the actor who played Superman's father Jor-El in the 1978 movie. "I needed somebody who could play Jor-El, who had the stature of what we imagine that character to be,...

It looks like James Gunn is going to take a different direction with post-credits scenes in the DC Universe than the Marvel Cinematic Universe has and fans should be happy for it!

The post-credits "stinger" existed for a long time before the MCU came along, as writers and directors enjoyed a post-credits bit that could either be a fun joke for the audience or tease a sequel.

The MCU, however, turned this into an art form, starting with 2008's Iron Man, as Tony Stark was met by Nick Fury to discuss "the Avengers Initiative." Ever since then, almost every MCU movie has ended with some sort of tease of the future plans, and those usually work out well.

James Gunn knows this firsthand. Guardians of the Galaxy ended with a light-hearted bit as the Collector was met by cult Marvel character Howard the Duck. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2...