Author: Mary Anne Butler

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has just revealed a live-action version of Disney’s “Moana” is in the works! The announcement from Disney also included a mention of Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the animated film, being involved. No confirmation on if she’ll be reprising the role in the live action or not. We can only hope! The new feature film is produced by Johnson, Dany Garcia and Hiram Garcia via Seven Bucks Productions, and Beau Flynn (Flynn Picture Co.).  Auli‘i Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the 2016 film, and Scott Sheldon of Flynn Picture Co. will executive produce. Jared Bush (“Zootopia”) and Samoan industry pro Dana Ledoux Miller will also take…

Someone at Warner Bros. Pictures / DC Studios prematurely published the first trailer for the upcoming film, “Blue Beetle” this morning. Yes, the trailer was announced for a release TODAY, but, apparently not at the time it was made live.Obviously based on the DC Comics character, the film will star Xolo Maridueña (“Cobra Kai“) as Jaime Reyes, a Latino superhero! We’re also getting Harvey Guillén and Susan Sarandon, so it’s already shaping up to be a pretty interesting movie. “Blue Beetle” will hit theaters on August 18th, 2023.

This just in-Disney has found their Lilo for the upcoming live-action adaptation of “Lilo & Stitch.” Newbie film actor Maia Kealoha will play Lilo, while Zach Galifianakis will voice Stitch. Hopefully, Disney will release a photo of Kealoha soon so we can share it with you!Dean Fleischer Camp (“Marcel The Shell With Shoes On”) is directing, from a script by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright. We’ll let you know what else we hear about the project.This story is developing…

This just in-It would appear Marvel Studios was not happy with the last draft of their upcoming “Fantastic Four” film. The introduction of the First Family of Comics to the MCU is an important one, and obviously something the company wants to get right. After two franchises of semi successful films and one outright embarrassment (*cough* “Fant4stic” *cough*), there’s something to be said for third times’ the charm.According to numerous sources, Josh Friedman (“Avatar: The Way of Water,” “Foundation”) will be penning a new script for the upcoming film. After leaving Paramount Pictures’ “Star Trek 4” for this, Matt Shankman…

We are DELIGHTED to share the news that divisive Kevin Costner film “Waterworld” is finally getting a 4K release. Bless those folks at Arrow, because this is one of those titles we’ve been waiting for. Sure, at the time, it was one of the most expensive films ever made and lost A LOT of money. But it’s gone on to be a cult favorite for generations of fans. So much so that the Exxon Valdez ship set from the film was found, rescued, and utilized as a stage at post-apocalyptic event Wasteland Weekend for several years. What You’ll Get: DISC…

This just in-according to reports, E3 2023 has apparently been cancelled. IGN claims to have verified an email sent out by E3, which states the annual event “simply did not garner the sustained interest necessary to execute it in a way that would showcase the size, strength, and impact of our industry.” To be fair, industry giants like Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony were not planning on attending 2023’s event. Most have been doing their own showcases and news rollouts. The event was scheduled to take place June 13th-16th, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. UPDATE 3:05pm “This was a difficult…

THIS JUST IN-Paramount+ has just given the official series order for upcoming live action series, “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.” This is a series that’s been rumored/in-development off and on for 20+ years. Current “Trek” sheppard Alex Kurtzman will co-showrun “Starfleet Academy” with Noga Landau.”Admission is now open to Starfleet Academy! Explore the galaxy! Captain your destiny! For the first time in over a century, our campus will be re-opened to admit individuals a minimum of 16 Earth years (or species equivalent) who dream of exceeding their physical, mental and spiritual limits, who value friendship, camaraderie, honor and devotion to a…

This just in-Ike Perlmutter is reportedly out at Marvel. Note, this is Marvel-the-overall-company, and not Marvel Studios. Perlmutter served as CEO and Chairman for Marvel Entertainment, and oversaw the vast consumer products division.This story is developing…

We are delighted to share the news that Paramount+ has ordered a third season of “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.” Centering on Captain Christopher Pike (Anson Mount) and his crew, the series is an offshoot of “Star Trek: Discovery.” Season 2 of “Strange New Worlds” will hit the streaming service June 15th, 2023. One of the things we’re really looking forward to this season is a crossover episode between “Strange New Worlds” and animated series “Star Trek: Lower Decks.””Lower Decks” has also been renewed, for a 5th season which will consist of 10 episodes. Season 4 will release sometime later…

This just in-Creator/showrunner of “The X-Files” Chris Carter has announced some surprising news. Apparently, 2-time Oscar nominee “Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler is developing a reboot of the show. “I just spoke to a young man… Ryan Coogler… who is going to remount ‘The X-Files’ with a diverse cast,” Carter told On the Coast With Gloria Macarenko. “So he’s got his work cut out for him, because we covered so much territory.”This isn’t the first time we’ve heard rumblings of SOMETHING related to the landmark FOX series, which starred Gillian Anderson and David Duchovny. Back in 2020, there were rumors of an animated…