Author: Mary Anne Butler

C2E2 happened this past weekend in Chicago. As often happens, panels with guests resulted in a mixed bag of ‘news.’ Maybe you saw the Chris Claremont thread, maybe you heard about a Marvel Studios actor ‘confirming’ some upcoming Disney+ news. Rosario Dawson, who starred as Claire Temple across several Netflix Marvel series, may have jumped the gun. During her panel on Sunday, she seemingly confirmed her return for a Disney+ revival of “Marvel’s Daredevil.” And, another Defender’s return as well- John Bernthal as The Punisher. Taken as-is, seems like a pretty solid confirmation, right? Everyone sure thought so. Until this…

There are few things more pure an enjoyable in this world than LEGO. Toss in official “Star Wars” stories and characters, and you’ve got all the makings for a pretty great summer. Thanks to Disney+, not only did we get a new official LEGO “Star Wars” special, we ALSO got an official music video for it from the one and only Weird Al Yankovic! Check out “Scarif Beach Party” from “LEGO Star Wars: Summer Vacation” now! You can catch the entire animated special on Disney+ now, along with the other LEGO specials.

For some reason known only to the casting director, James Franco has been cast to play Cuban leader Fidel Castro. One producer for the project even doubled down, saying Franco has the “closest facial likeness” of “the entire ranks of actors with Latin roots in Hollywood.” Obviously, producer John Martinez O’Felan can voice his opinion, but, what the hell is he thinking? Miguel Bardem directs “Alina of Cuba,” which is based on a script by Jose Rivera and Nilo Cruz. It will reportedly detail the life of Alina Fernandez, Castro’s illegitimate daughter, who will be played by Ana Villafañe. We…

Brendon Small, co-creator of “Metalocalypse” and one of the main musicians behind Dethklok, has a plea for you. His Los Angeles studio was recently robbed, and thieves were able to make off with equipment and several instruments. As often happens with thefts of this type, it’s likely the thieves will try to sell some or all of the items. So, if you happen to be in the Los Angeles or surrounding areas, keep an eye out. Small tweeted a list of the items. We’re always sorry to report on situations like this. This absolutely sucks.

Later this month, the first “Game of Thrones” spinoff series will find it’s way to HBO. True, “House of the Dragon” was the second prequel greenlit from the world of Westeros and beyond, but the first to make it to air. Author George R. R. Martin recently appeared in a new featurette, detailing what’s to come in the Targaryen-centric show.”Before the Dance: An Illustrated History with George R. R. Martin” was released by HBO earlier today. Paired with illustrations artist Doug Wheatley’s “Fire & Blood” artwork, its an interesting look into the series. Martin and Ryan Condal (Colony, Hercules) serve as co-creators…

We remember when “Archer” first aired back in 2009. The animated series lampoons classic spy genre films like the James Bond franchise. Always with tongue in cheek humor which sometimes borders on profane, but is usually pretty clever. In any case, FX released a trailer for season 13 today. In season 13 of FX‘s comedy Archer, The Agency have been acquired by the spy conglomerate known as IIA (International Intelligence Agency). As Archer and gang struggle to find their identity performing odd missions for Fabian, one question arises: will they be able to maintain independence, or will they succumb to…

We’re still all in shock following Warner Bros. Pictures’ decision to shelve their upcoming live-action “Batgirl” film. Even moreso after Todd Phillips’ “Joker” sequel got a release date on the same day. But no one’s shock was more than star Leslie Grace, who took to social media to share her thoughts on the news. The film’s directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, who recently helmed 2 episodes of Disney+’s “Ms. Marvel,” commented on the situation, saying they were “shocked and saddened.” While we may never know the true reason for the decision to not release the film at all, “Batgirl” is…

STARZ series “Outlander,” based on the novels by Diana Gabaldon, is moving forward with a prequel series. What will it be about you ask? Why, Jamie Fraser’s parents of course! “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” will reportedly detail the story of how Ellen MacKenzie and Brian Fraser came to find love. Fans of “Outlander” will no doubt recall the ‘kidnapping’ of Ellen stories Dougal MacKenzie (Graham McTavish) and Jamie (Sam Heughan) tell. Matthew B. Roberts, “Outlander” showrunner, will serve as writer and executive producer. Maril Davis and Ronald D. Moore of Tall Ships Productions are also EPs. Diana Gabaldon is…

This just in-it would appear that Lady Gaga will indeed be part of Todd Phillips’ upcoming “Joker: Folie á Deux” sequel. First rumored back in June of 2022, the belief is that Gaga will play DC Comics character Harley Quinn to star Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker. The Oscar-nominated actress confirmed her involvement in the Warner Bros. Pictures film with a post to her various social media accounts. ” “Joker: Folie á Deux” has a current release date of October 4th, 2024.

Sooooo what if we ended up with a second season of Marvel Studios’ “Moon Knight?” Would that make you happy? It’d make us happy! This is far from a confirmation, but “Moon Knight” executive producer/director Mohamed Diab just shared a pretty telling tweet and TikTok video indicating this may be the case! We see a young lady asking the big question- is another season happening? Diab seems playfully confused, before the video THEN shows series star Oscar Isaac confirming the pair are in Cairo! At present, Disney+ nor Marvel Studios have confirmed or denied a second season. Chances are if…