August 23, 2026
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Karate Kid: Legends will feature Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, both will reprise their role from the original Karate Kid trilogy and the the 2010 remake of the franchise.
It is still unclear what will be the premise of the film, except that the Karate Kid: Legends will follow the events of the 2010 Karate Kid film. Sony Pictures said that “Karate Kid: Legends – exclusively in movie theatres May 30, 2025.”
Miss Universe Philippines Chelsea Manalo just shared her headshot for this year’s Miss Universe Pageant.
The 73rd Miss Universe pageant will be held in the Arena CDMX, Mexico City, Mexico, on 16 November 2024.
James Gunn just confirmed that Krypto the Superdog will debut in the upcoming Superman film in the Summer of 2025. James Gunn even explained where he got the inspiration for Krypto from their dog Ozu.
Krypto was inspired by our dog Ozu, who we adopted shortly after I started writing Superman. Ozu, who came from a hoarding situation in a backyard with 60 other dogs & never knew human beings, was problematic to say the least.
Here’s the full tweet;
Krypto arrives on screens in Superman this summer. Krypto was inspired by our dog Ozu, who we adopted shortly after I started writing Superman. Ozu, who came from a hoarding situation in a backyard with 60 other dogs & never knew human beings, was problematic to say the least. He… pic.twitter.com/zw8rVqv0n0
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) October 15, 2024
The film is written and directed by James Gunn. It will star David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Michael Holt / Mister Terrific, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner / Green Lantern and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor plus a reported appearance by Milly Alcock as Supergirl.
Superman is scheduled to be released theatrically in the United States on July 11, 2025. It is set to be the first film of the DCU’s Chapter One: Gods and Monsters.
Warner Bros. Discovery has announced that its streaming service Max will launch in the Philippines and six (6) Southeast Asian countries this November 19. In their announcement, they listed Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, as well as Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Just like Disney+, HBO Max offers titles like HBO, Harry Potter, the DC Universe, Cartoon Network, Max Originals, and the best of Hollywood movies, as well as programming from Discovery, TLC, AFN, Food Network, ID and HGTV.
As of this time, no pricing have been announce but HBO Max will be available in 3 pricing plans;
Mobile
Note: The Mobile plan is available in Indonesia, Philippines, and via select providers in Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand.
Standard
Ultimate
The launching of HBO Max is a big late, since all top video streaming services like Disney+, Apple TV, Prime Video and Netflix are already available in the country.
Netflix just announced that the sequel of their hit series Squid Game will be available on the platform on the 26th of December. The announcement was made on the company’s social media account with the caption “Get back in the game, Squid Game returns DECEMBER 26.” and a 3-and-a-half minutes trailer of the series (embedded below).
Get back in the game
Squid Game returns DECEMBER 26. pic.twitter.com/bUkMgZv6ei
— Netflix (@netflix) October 7, 2024
In an article posted on Tudum, “Season 2 explores how Gi-hun follows through on his words after leaving the airport,” says Hwang below in a new behind-the-scenes featurette that revisits Season 1. “Gi-hun’s endeavor to find out who these people are and why they do what they do is the core story of Season 2.”
Lee adds: “In Season 1, there was room to show glimpses of Gi-hun’s various personalities, such as his optimistic nature and positive energy. This time, the focus was on his determination.”
Here’s the synopsis of Squid Game Season 2;
Three years after winning Squid Game, Player 456 gave up going to the states and comes back with a new resolution in his mind. Gi-hun once again dives into the mysterious survival game, starting another life-or-death game with new participants gathered to win the prize of 45.6 billion won.
Director Hwang Dong-hyuk, will return as the Director of Season 2, he made history at the 74th Primetime Emmys, becoming the first Asian to win Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series, once again helms the series as director, writer, and producer.
Returning casts from Season 1 are Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-jun, and Gong Yoo, and the new cast members will include Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Gyu-young, Lee Jin-uk, Park Sung-hoon, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-sim, Lee David, Choi Seung-hyun, Roh Jae-won, Jo Yu-ri, and Won Ji-an.
You can rewatch Squid Game Season 1 only on Netflix.
Anne Hathaway just posted on her IG account that The Princess Diaries 3 is happening. The caption of her post includes “Back to Genovia..” and “The fairy tale continues ❤️🔥.”
Together with Hathaway’s social media posts, Hollywood Reporter writes that “Adele Lim, a scribe who has worked on Crazy Rich Asians and Joy Ride, to direct the feature.”
“As a diehard fan of the original Princess Diaries, I’m beyond excited to be a part of bringing the third iteration of this beloved franchise to life,” Lim said in a statement. “We look forward to celebrating its core tenants of female power, joy and mentorship with audiences worldwide.”
Based on the novel of Meg Cabot, it follows the story of Mia Thermopolis, a shy American teenager who discovers she is heir to the throne of a European kingdom and By the end of the second film – The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, became the Queen of the Genovia.
The premise and the casts are still under wraps and aside from Anne Hathaway (Queen Mia Thermopolis), casts of the film are still unknown.
Addie Cuadra, reporting for ABS-CBN News;
Coritha, a revered figure in the Philippine music scene, passed away on Friday, September 27, at 7:50 in the evening.
Her death was confirmed by Dr. Digna Santos, the youngest sister of Coritha’s partner, Luisito Santos.
The singer died at Santos’ residence in Barangay Maharlika East in Tagaytay City.
Coritha’s remains were cremated shortly after, at around 10:30 p.m.
A big loss for the Ph music industry.
From Rappler, “Coritha, whose real name is Socorro Avelino, is known for her folk-country anthems in the 1960s and 1970s, using native Filipino instruments.” “Oras Na”, “Lolo Jose”, “Bilanggo” and “Sierra Madre” are some of Coritha’s works.
Felipe Rangel, writing for ScreenRant;
Entertainment Weekly has revealed that Deadpool & Wolverine is coming to digital retailers on October 1. That includes Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango. The MCU movie will then be released on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on October 22. Bonus features include deleted scenes, audio commentary by director Shawn Levy and Ryan Reynolds, a gag reel, and many more.
Deleted scenes, audio commentary, gag reel and what not… are the contents are not available when the film become available for streaming, but knowing the internet. We’ll see these contents either on Youtube or being pirated online.
Adrian Wojnarowski, posted on his X account (@wojespn)
I grew up the son of a factory worker two miles from ESPN’s campus and only ever dreamed of making a living as a sportswriter. Thirty-seven years ago, the Hartford Courant gave me my first byline and I never stopped chasing the thrill of it all.
This craft transformed my life, but I’ve decided to retire from ESPN and the news industry. I understand the commitment required in my role and it’s an investment that I’m no longer driven to make. Time isn’t in endless supply and I want to spend mine in ways that are more personally meaningful.
I leave with overwhelming gratitude for countless mentors and colleagues, subjects and stories, readers and viewers. No one has benefitted more than me from the belief, trust and generosity of others.
The past seven years at ESPN have been a particular privilege. I’m appreciative of the company’s leadership – especially Jimmy Pitaro and Cristina Daglas – for the understanding and acceptance of my decision to make a life change.After all these years reporting on everyone’s teams, I’m headed back to my own.
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No more Woj bomb!:(
Below is a full list of winners and nominees:
Outstanding comedy series
- “Hacks” — Winner
- “Abbott Elementary”
- “The Bear”
- “Curb Your Enthusiasm”
- “Only Murders in the Building”
- “Palm Royale”
- “Reservation Dogs”
- “What We Do in the Shadows”
Outstanding drama series
- “Shōgun” — Winner
- “The Crown”
- “Fallout”
- “The Gilded Age”
- “The Morning Show”
- “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”
- “Slow Horses”
- “3 Body Problem”
Outstanding lead actor in a drama series
- Hiroyuki Sanada, “Shōgun” — Winner
- Idris Elba, “Hijack”
- Donald Glover, “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”
- Walton Goggins, “Fallout”
- Gary Oldman, “Slow Horses”
- Dominic West, “The Crown”
Outstanding lead actress in a drama series
- Anna Sawai, “Shōgun” — Winner
- Jennifer Aniston, “The Morning Show”
- Carrie Coon, “The Gilded Age”
- Maya Erskine, “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”
- Imelda Staunton, “The Crown”
- Reese Witherspoon, “The Morning Show”
Outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach, “The Bear” — Winner
- Lionel Boyce, “The Bear”
- Paul W. Downs, “Hacks”
- Paul Rudd, “Only Murders in the Building”
- Tyler James Williams, “Abbott Elementary”
- Bowen Yang, “Saturday Night Live”
Outstanding supporting actor in a drama series
- Billy Crudup, “The Morning Show” — Winner
- Tadanobu Asano, “Shōgun”
- Mark Duplass, “The Morning Show”
- Jon Hamm, “The Morning Show”
- Takehiro Hira, “Shōgun”
- Jack Lowden, “Slow Horses”
- Jonathan Pryce, “The Crown”
Outstanding lead actor in a comedy series
- Jeremy Allen White, “The Bear” — Winner
- Matt Berry, “What We Do in the Shadows”
- Larry David, “Curb Your Enthusiasm”
- Steve Martin, “Only Murders in the Building”
- Martin Short, “Only Murders in the Building”
- D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, “Reservation Dogs”
Outstanding supporting actress in a comedy series
- Liza Colón-Zayas, “The Bear” — Winner
- Carol Burnett, “Palm Royale”
- Hannah Einbinder, “Hacks”
- Janelle James, “Abbott Elementary”
- Sheryl Lee Ralph, “Abbott Elementary”
- Meryl Streep, “Only Murders in the Building”
Outstanding supporting actress in a drama series
- Elizabeth Debicki, “The Crown” — Winner
- Christine Baranski, “The Gilded Age”
- Nicole Beharie, “The Morning Show”
- Greta Lee, “The Morning Show”
- Lesley Manville, “The Crown”
- Karen Pittman, “The Morning Show”
- Holland Taylor, “The Morning Show”
Outstanding lead actress in a comedy series
- Jean Smart, “Hacks” — Winner
- Quinta Brunson, “Abbott Elementary”
- Ayo Edebiri, “The Bear”
- Selena Gomez, “Only Murders in the Building”
- Maya Rudolph, “Loot”
- Kristen Wiig, “Palm Royale”
Outstanding reality competition program
- “The Traitors” — Winner
- “The Amazing Race”
- “RuPaul’s Drag Race”
- “Top Chef”
- “The Voice”
Outstanding supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie
- Jessica Gunning, “Baby Reindeer” — Winner
- Dakota Fanning, “Ripley”
- Lily Gladstone, “Under the Bridge”
- Aja Naomi King, “Lessons in Chemistry”
- Diane Lane, “Feud: Capote vs. the Swans”
- Nava Mau, “Baby Reindeer”
- Kali Reis, “True Detective: Night Country”
Outstanding scripted variety series
- “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver” — Winner
- “Saturday Night Live”
Outstanding writing for a variety special
- Alex Edelman, “Alex Edelman: Just For Us” — Winner
- Jacqueline Novak, “Jacqueline Novak: Get on Your Knees”
- John Early”, “John Early: Now More Than Ever”
- Mike Birbiglia, “Mike Birbiglia: The Old Man and the Pool”
- The Oscars writing team, “The Oscars”
Outstanding directing for a limited or anthology series or movie
- “Ripley,” Steven Zaillian (series) — Winner
- “Baby Reindeer,” Weronika Tofilska (episode: “Episode 4”)
- “Fargo,” Noah Hawley (episode: “The Tragedy of the Commons”)
- “Feud: Capote vs. the Swans,” Gus Van Sant (episode: “Pilot”)
- “Lessons in Chemistry,” Millicent Shelton (episode: “Poirot”)
- “True Detective: Night Country,” Issa López (series)
Outstanding writing for a comedy series
- “Hacks,” Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs & Jen Statsky (episode: “Bulletproof”) — Winner
- “Abbott Elementary,” Quinta Brunson (episode: “Career Day”)
- “The Bear,” Christopher Storer & Joanna Calo (episode: “Fishes”)
- “Girls5eva,” Meredith Scardino & Sam Means (episode: “Orlando”)
- “The Other Two,” Chris Kelly & Sarah Schneider (episode: “Brooke Hosts a Night of Undeniable Good”)
- “What We Do in the Shadows,” Jake Bender & Zach Dunn (episode: “Pride Parade”)
Outstanding talk series
- “The Daily Show” — Winner
- “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
- “Late Night with Seth Meyers”
- “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”
Outstanding supporting actor in a limited or anthology series or movie
- Lamorne Morris, “Fargo” — Winner
- Jonathan Bailey, “Fellow Travelers”
- Robert Downey Jr., “The Sympathizer”
- Tom Goodman-Hill, “Baby Reindeer”
- John Hawkes, “True Detective: Night Country”
- Lewis Pullman, “Lessons in Chemistry”
- Treat Williams, “Feud: Capote vs. the Swans”
Outstanding writing for a drama series
- “Slow Horses,” Will Smith (episode: “Negotiating with Tigers”) — Winner
- “The Crown,” Peter Morgan & Meriel Sheibani-Clare (episode: “Ritz”)
- “Fallout,” Geneva Robertson-Dworet & Graham Wagner (episode: “The End”)
- “Mr. & Mrs. Smith,” Francesca Sloane & Donald Glover (episode: “First Date”)
- “Shōgun,” Rachel Kondo & Justin Marks (episode: “Anjin”)
- “Shōgun,” Rachel Kondo & Caitlin Puente (episode: “Crimson Sky”)
Outstanding writing for a limited or anthology series or movie
- “Baby Reindeer,” Richard Gadd (series) — Winner
- “Black Mirror,” Charlie Brooker (episode: “Joan is Awful”)
- “Fargo,” Noah Hawley (episode: “The Tragedy of the Commons”)
- “Fellow Travelers,” Ron Nyswaner (episode: “You’re Wonderful”)
- “Ripley,” Steven Zaillian (series)
- “True Detective: Night Country,” Issa López (episode: “Part 6”)
Outstanding directing for a comedy series
- “The Bear,” Christopher Storer (episode: “Fishes”) — Winner
- “Abbott Elementary,” Randall Einhorn (episode: “Party”)
- “The Bear,” Ramy Youssef (episode: “Honeydew”)
- “The Gentlemen,” Guy Ritchie (episode: “Refined Aggression”)
- “Hacks,” Lucia Aniello (episode: “Bulletproof”)
- “The Ms. Pat Show,” Mary Lou Belli (episode: “I’m the Pappy”)
Outstanding directing for a drama series
- “Shōgun,” Frederick E.O. Toye (episode: “Crimson Sky”) — Winner
- “The Crown,” Stephen Daldry (episode: “Sleep, Dearie Sleep”)
- “The Morning Show,” Mimi Leder (episode: “The Overview Effect”)
- “Mr. & Mrs. Smith,” Hiro Murai (episode: “First Date”)
- “Slow Horses,” Saul Metzstein (episode: “Strange Games”)
- “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty,” Salli Richardson-Whitfield (episode: “Beat L.A.”)
Outstanding lead actor in a limited or anthology series or movie
- Richard Gadd, “Baby Reindeer” — Winner
- Matt Bomer, “Fellow Travelers”
- Jon Hamm, “Fargo”
- Tom Hollander, “Feud: Capote vs. the Swans”
- Andrew Scott, “Ripley”
Outstanding lead actress in a limited or anthology series or movie
- Jodie Foster, “True Detective: Night Country” — Winner
- Brie Larson, “Lessons in Chemistry”
- Juno Temple, “Fargo”
- Sofía Vergara, “Griselda”
- Naomi Watts, “Feud: Capote vs. the Swans”
Outstanding limited or anthology series
- “Baby Reindeer” — Winner
- “Fargo”
- “Lessons in Chemistry”
- “Ripley”
- “True Detective: Night Country”
I’m not much for an awards person but I often use the list of nominees and winners, if I want to watch something new. This is one of the reason why I started watching “The Bear” and “Succession,” shows that took home the Outstanding Comedy and Drama Series last year.
“True Detective: Night Country” and “Shōgun” are already in our radar so I might as well checkout these shows.
In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance.
Venom: The Last Dance stars Tom Hardy, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach and Stephen Graham. The film is directed by Kelly Marcel from a screenplay she wrote, based on a story by Hardy and Marcel. The film is produced by Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Amy Pascal, Kelly Marcel, Tom Hardy and Hutch Parker.
Venom: The Last Dance will exclusively be in theatres October 25th.
Erik Pedersen, writing for Deadline;
James Earl Jones, the revered actor who voiced Star Wars villain Darth Vader, starred in Field of Dreams and many other films and Broadway shows and is an EGOT winner, died this morning at his home in Dutchess County, NY. He was 93.
James Earl Jones is one of the most recognizable voice in the film/movie industry.
The actor amassed nearly 200 screen credits during his brilliant 60-year career, starting some early-’60s TV guest roles and Stanley Kubrick’s 1964 classic Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964). He probably is best known for his voice role as the dastardly Darth Vader in George Lucas’ original Star Wars trilogy: Star Wars (1977) The Empire Strikes Back, 1980) and Return of the Jedi (1983). He also reprised the villainous role in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005), Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016), Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker (2019) and TV’s Obi-Wan Kenobi and Star Wars: Rebels.
We can also add to this list for voicing Mufasa, in all of the Lion King franchise.
@linkinpark is back with a new singer, Emily Armstrong (Dead Sara), a world tour, and a new album in November! Check out their brand new song, “The Emptiness Machine.”
At the same time, the band release the single to their coming album “From Zero,” you can watch official music video (below) of their new single featuring Emily Armstrong on vocals.
If you want to watch the recorded live stream of FROM ZERO from their Youtube Channel.
Creator Akira Toriyama worked on the original concept, story, and character designs for the all-new anime series, Dragon Ball DAIMA, and it will begin airing in Japan on October 11th (Fri), 2024.
Dragon Ball DAIMA
Staff:
Original work, Story & Character Design: Akira Toriyama
Director: Yoshitaka Yashima
Series Director: Aya Komaki
Animation Character Design: Katsuyoshi Nakatsuru
Series Composition & Scenario: Yuko Kakihara
You can head on to Dragon Ball’s official website for more details on the second main visual as well as voice casting for new characters plus the opening theme.
British rock legends Oasis announced on Tuesday they will reunite for a worldwide tour starting in the UK next year, as brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher ended an infamous 15-year feud.
The band, which helped create the Britpop era of the 1990s with hit songs “Wonderwall”, “Don’t Look Back In Anger” and “Champagne Supernova”, announced on X it will play gigs in Cardiff, Manchester, London, Edinburgh and the Irish capital, Dublin.
“The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised,” Oasis said, alongside details of the tour, following days of hints and speculation about the reunion.
The band will kick off the tour over two nights at the Principality Stadium in the Welsh capital Cardiff from July 4, 2025, before performing six gigs in Heaton Park in their hometown Manchester.
No word yet where the group will tour after UK and I recon, depending on the success of the band’s UK tour we may see them in the United States and/or Canada. It may be a longshot for Oasis fan to demand for them to go to the Philippines and other parts of Asia… except of course in Singapore and China.
You can see Oasis’ official announcement/tweet here.
Here the full schedule of Oasis Live ‘25 Tour.
JULY 2025
4th – Cardiff, Principality Stadium
5th – Cardiff, Principality Stadium
11th – Manchester, Heaton Park
12th – Manchester, Heaton Park
16th – Heaton Park
19th – Manchester, Heaton Park
20th – Manchester, Heaton Park
25th – London, Wembley Stadium
26th – London, Wembley Stadium
30th – Wembley StadiumAUGUST 2025
2nd – London, Wembley Stadium
3rd – London, Wembley Stadium
8th – Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium
9th – Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium
12th – Edinburgh
16th – Dublin, Croke Park
17th – Dublin, Croke Park
Tickets on go on sale this Saturday, 31st August at 9am BST:
We strongly advise that those wishing to purchase tickets register in advance of the sale with the relevant ticket agencies.
Tickets for the shows go on sale on Saturday 31st August 2024 at 9am (BST) in the United Kingdom via ticketmaster.co.uk and seetickets.com, and at 8am (IST) in Ireland via ticketmaster.ie.
Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Manalo posed for a photoshoot inspired by Fernando Amorsolo’s painting, “Dalagang Bukid”.
Here are the details of the photoshoot;
DALAGANG BUKID
@manalochelsea
Photography & Creative Direction| Seven Barretto @sevenbarretto
Art Direction & Production Design | @erwnbotin of @botinstudios
Crown & Earrings | @jewelmer
Styling | @parisroxas
Fashion | @saintjacobcasem
Makeup | @carissacielomedved
Hair | @jan.edrosolan
Photography team | @claudevillahrmsa @darielmiraflor @studio7manila
Special thanks to: @jonasempire.ph @paolojarevalo @mau_s_deleon @eljohnmendoza @gemorpilla @themissuniverseph
More photos from the source link below.
Source: @Seven Barretto
Eiichiro Oda, the legendary Japanese manga artist and the creator of the series One Piece just posted an update regarding the production of the live-action One Piece adaptation. The update includes the arcs that will be covered by the second season, as well as new characters that will be introduced this coming season. Oda also mentioned the “verbal pledge” that the show will not be release until Eiichiro Oda satisfied.
News Coo just delivered something special from Oda-Sensei and it’s filled with excitement and anticipation for Season 2! 🗞️😆 Big reveals are on the horizon, Straw Hats. Brace yourselves for the journey ahead! 🌊🏴☠️ pic.twitter.com/NcywD1sMI3
— ONE PIECE(ワンピース) Netflix (@onepiecenetflix) August 20, 2024
Yes, the live-action One Piece is currently in production, with filming well underway. The story will cover Loguetown, Reverse Mountain (Twin Cape), Whiskey Peak, Little Garden, and Drum Island! Think about it. Imagine how much it’ll cost! Lol. But whether it’s the script or the cast, I continue to insist on this or that, which makes Matt the Showrunner go “Aaarrgh!” and Netflix go “Noooo!” and Tomorrow Studios go “Whaaaat” as they all pull their hairs out. All that, even though we grew so close making season 1.
But it’s because we all share the same passion for this show! Just as with last season, they’ve gone out of their way to promise that they won’t put the show out until I’m satisfied. This isn’t in the contract, you know. It’s a verbal pledge. I hope you can appreciate how amazing and determined they are for keeping their word. And they’ve certainly proven their ability to bring this world to the screen. I just can’t wait to see it!
Meanwhile, the previously announced cast is compiled on the official X account, so go check it out. The Grand Line is an even more expansive “World”. You may wonder, what was the inspiration behind that kingdom? How would it connect to the real world? Naturally, the distinctive cast members have been assembled from around the world, and I can’t help but get excited thinking about how the adventure has already begun!
Among those yet to be announced, what about Vivi? And Miss All Sunday? What’re they doing with Chopper? We can’t announce everyone all at once, but starting tomorrow, we’ll be announcing more cast members over three days: August 21, 22 and 23.
Look out for those, and stay tuned for more exciting updates to come!
Season 1 of live-action One Piece Season is now available on Netflix, all of the Straw Hat Pirates namely Iñaki Godoy (Luffy), Mackenyu (Roronoa Zoro), Emily Rudd (Nami), Jacob Romero Gibson (Usopp) and Taz Skylar (Sanji) will also be reprising their roles.
Sony and Marvel have just released the official trailer for Kraven the Hunter. The trailer successfully gave us a first look at the film’s look and feel. This will be Sony’s first R-rated film and one of the many Spider-Verse characters to be spun off into their own movie.
Kraven the Hunter stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Sergei Kravinoff (Kraven), with Ariana DeBose as Calypso, Fred Hechinger as Dmitri Smerdyakov/Chameleon, Christopher Abbott as The Foreigner, and Alessandro Nivola as Aleksei Sytsevich/Rhino. We can also see Russell Crowe as Nikolai Kravinoff, Kraven’s estranged father. The film’s premise is that Kraven is on a “revenge tour” working through a “list.”
Kraven the Hunter is directed by J. C. Chandor, known for his work on “A Most Violent Year (2014)” and “Triple Frontier (2019),” and written by Richard Wenk, Art Marcum, and Matt Holloway. Richard Wenk’s previous work includes The Equalizer film series, The Expendables 2, and Jack Reacher: Never Go Back. The duo Art Marcum and Matt Holloway are best known for writing the scripts of the first Iron Man (2008), Transformers: The Last Knight, and Punisher: War Zone.
He’s taking names.#KravenTheHunter is only in theaters this December. pic.twitter.com/svRkVKY8j0
— Sony Pictures (@SonyPictures) August 14, 2024
The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 13, 2024.
Netflix just announced that the anime film – The First Slam Dunk, will be available for streaming in 75 countries from August 25. The film have been streaming exclusively in Japan since June 10th. The addition of “The First Slam Dunk” movie is an ongoing effort by the streaming giant to expand its anime library.
The First Slam Dunk is an Japanese animated sports film written and directed by Takehiko Inoue, produced by Toei Animation and DandeLion Animation Studio. It is based on the legendary manga by Takehiko Inoue about a high school basketball team, serialized in Shueisha’s shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump from October 1990 to June 1996.
The First Slam Dunk is the “origin story” of Ryota Miyagi, the point guard of Shohoku High School’s basketball team, and on how his older brother Sota, inspired his love for basketball. In 2023, the film won the Japan Academy Prize for Animation of the Year and grossed $279 million worldwide, becoming the fifth highest-grossing anime film of all time.
Here’s the official trailer below;
If you still want more Deadpool and Wolverine content, director Shawn Levy just posted a behind-the-scenes photo of the Deadpool Corps. For those who watched the film, the Deadpool Corps is battling Deadpool and Wolverine Prime under Madonna’s “Like a Prayer.”
The Deadpool Corps is composed (but not limited to) of Deadpool variants from alternate timelines: Lady Deadpool (Blake Lively), Cowboypool (Matthew McConaughey), Kidpool (Inez Reynolds), Babypool (Olin Reynolds), Dogpool, and Nicepool (also played by Ryan Reynolds).
Deadpool and Wolverine set the record for an R-rated film and is on its way to reaching $1 billion at the box office. The film is directed by Shawn Levy, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackson, for the titular role alongside Emma Corrin, Morena Baccarin, Rob Delaney, Leslie Uggams, Aaron Stanford, Matthew Macfadyen and more.
Deadpool & Wolverine is still playing in theaters.
Watch the trailer of Terminator Zero, an 8-episode anime series from Netflix, set in the “Terminator universe.” The series follows Eiko, a resistance fighter sent back in time to stop Malcolm from launching an AI system that is designed to compete with Skynet’s war against humanity.
2022: A future war has raged for decades between the few human survivors and an endless army of machines. 1997: The AI known as Skynet gained self-awareness and began its war against humanity.
Caught between the future and this past is a soldier sent back in time to change the fate of humanity. She arrives in 1997 to protect a scientist named Malcolm Lee who works to launch a new AI system designed to compete with Skynet’s impending attack on humanity. As Malcolm navigates the moral complexities of his creation, he’s hunted by an unrelenting assassin from the future, which forever alters the fate of his three children.
Terminator Zero is produced by Skydance, Japan animation studio Production I.G., and creator Mattson Tomlin. Tomlin, also serve as the showrunner and writer for the series. Terminator Zero will feature the voices of Timothy Olyphant, Rosario Dawson, André Holland, Sonoya Mizuno, and Ann Dowd. Terminator Zero will premiere on Netflix this August 29th.
Marvel’s Kevin Feige just announced that the next two Avengers films will be directed by none other than the Russo Brothers. The announcement was made at Hall H of the San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC).
Together with the announcement of the Russo Brothers, Marvel also unveil the titles of the two Avengers films that the Russo Brothers will be directing: Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. Both films will be released one year apart, on May 2026 and May 2027, respectively.
Just announced in Hall H:
The Russo Brothers return to direct Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday, starring Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom. Only in theaters May 2026. #SDCC pic.twitter.com/oqnSwWKnYn
— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) July 28, 2024
Just announced in Hall H:
The Russo Brothers return to direct Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Secret Wars. Only in theaters May 2027. #SDCC pic.twitter.com/egTQwYaUTd
— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) July 28, 2024
Anthony and Joseph Russo, collectively known as the Russo brothers, are credited with four Marvel films: Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Captain America: Civil War, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame. All four Marvel films earned a total of $6.72 billion globally, so it’s not surprising that Marvel is bringing back the Russo Brothers to lead the team for their next two Avengers films.
At the San Diego Comic Con, Marvel announced that the next big bad boss the MCU is none other than Dr. Doom, which will be portray by none other than Robert Downey Jr. Dr. Doom will replace Kang the Conqueror, as the main villain of the MCU, played by Jonathan Majors, Majors was booted off the MCU after being convicted of misdemeanor assault by a Manhattan jury last December 2023.
Together with the announcement, Marvel also announced the return of the Russo brothers who will be directing the next two Avengers film aptly named “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars.” It’s unclear if RDJ’s Dr. Doom will be a variant of Tony Stark, a result of the MCU Phase 5 – Multiverse Saga or the traditional Dr. Victor Von Doom.
“New mask, same task.”
Robert Downey Jr. surprises Hall H to announce his return to the MCU as Doctor Doom. pic.twitter.com/j1SEjzse3p
— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) July 28, 2024
Marvel just release the last trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine, which will be in theater this 26th of July. Marvel was careful not to give up the premise of the film even though we can see Deadpool talking to Wolverine to help him save his world.
There are a number of cameo that confirms previous reports like the appearance of an older as Laura / X-23, who we first in Logon. Then there’s Toad, Aaron Stanford, reprising his role as Pyro in X2 (2003) and X-Men: The Last Stand (2006), we can also see Sabretooth from X-Men Origins: Wolverine.
Then there’s clip of Lady Deadpool, though, we still do not know who is playing who, since there have been speculation that Taylor Swift is Lady Deadpool, then there’s the rumor that Ryan Reynolds’ wife Blake Lively will play Lady Deadppool, then there’s this Wiki article that says Taylor Swift will be playing Dazzler. I guess we just have to watch the movie to know for sure.
Deadpool & Wolverine is written by Ryan Reynolds, Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, and Zeb Wells. The film will be in theaters this July 26th.
Riot Games finally withdrew all lawsuits against Moonton for alleged copyright infringement.
History
The first time Riot Games filed a lawsuit against Mobile Legends was in 2017, for the supposed copyright infringement of their assets, in addition to stylistic similarities. Prior to this, Riot Games had reached out to Google to remove Mobile Legends from the Play Store. However, Moonton relaunched as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang before Google could take action. The court dismissed the copyright infringement lawsuit in 2017. Tencent, which is currently the parent company for Riot Games, again filed a case against Moonton CEO Xu Zhenhua for allegedly violating the non-compete clause in his contract. The lawsuit settled for $2.7 million. Despite Tencent’s win against Moonton, the case details never revealed if Xu Zhenhua did in fact infringe on copyright. Riot Games still filed lawsuits against Moonton in the following years for a variety of reasons, including title card similarities – the Mobile Legends Bang Bang title card was updated the following year as League of Legends released its new logo in 2019.
Comparison of Art Styles
Moonton’s 515 Unite isn’t an exception to the similarities between the two franchises. It shares visual aesthetics with some sections of K/DA’s POP/STARS, and a closer examination reveals definite similarities in both the music and artistic style.
League of Legends’ virtual Kpop Group K/DA
Moonton’s 515 Unite
Just more recently, Moonton has released a new hero that closely resembles Riot Games’ Arcane character Vi. The new Mobile Legends hero Julian has been criticized by League fans as an amalgamation of League’s Sylas and Arcane’s Vi.
Moonton’s Guinevere Psion of Tomorrow skin also sparked comparisons, with its design having a striking resemblance to League of Legends’ K/DA Ahri skin.
Following ongoing legal disputes, Riot Games and Moonton Games have settled their differences under undisclosed terms.
Move over John Wick, a new revenge story soars!
The cult classic The Crow (1994) is getting a remake this year. The Crow (2024) stars Bill Skarsgård as the murdered musician-turned-avenger, Eric Draven.
This fresh take on a story of love, crime, and vengeance will especially delight newcomers. However, it also has a legacy to uphold. The 1994 film set a high bar that sequels couldn’t quite reach.
The Crow (1994) achieved cult status not just for its goth aesthetic, but also due to the tragic death of Brandon Lee during filming. A technical error caused a prop gun to fire a fatal shot, forcing rewrites and graphic alterations.
Despite these challenges, the film garnered a devoted following, positive reviews, and a global box office gross exceeding $90 million.
Watch the trailer below and see if Skarsgård can bring a new dimension to this iconic role!
