Author: Mary Anne Butler

This just in-after helming a trio of “Spider-Man” films for Marvel Studios/Sony, director Jon Watts is stepping away from his next superhero project. Originally named to bring the “Fantastic Four” to the big screen for Marvel Studios, Watts is no longer in the hot seat.The split is reported to be “entirely amicable.” “Collaborating with Jon on the Spider-Man films has been a true pleasure. We were looking forward to continuing our work with him to bring the Fantastic Four into the MCU but understand and are supportive of his reasons for stepping away,” Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige and Co-President Louis D’Esposito…

This just in-The CW will not be renewing “Batwoman.” After three seasons, the series will not return for a fourth. Originally launched with Ruby Rose in the lead, the actress departed before the finale of season one even aired. She was replaced with Javicia Leslie. Showrunner Carlone Dries shared the news via Twitter Friday afternoon.

This just in-it would appear that Walt Disney and Marvel Studios are not done moving some films around. Both “The Marvels” and “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania” are shifting release dates.”The Marvels,” the Nia DaCosta-directed “Captain Marvel” sequel, moves from February 17th, 2023 to June 28th, 2023.The third Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lily starring “Ant-Man” film (again directed by Peyton Reed) moves from June 28th to February 17th. So, kind of a simple switch. We’ll let you know what we hear about this and other news.

We are so sad to share the news that comics icon Neal Adams has passed away. The legendary artist co-created DC Comics’ characters Ra’s al Ghul, the Man-Bat, and one of Green Lantern Jon Stewart (one of the house’s first black superheroes) just to name a few. Adams had been a mainstay at conventions for decades, always taking time out of his day to speak with fans. His wife, Marilyn Adams, confirmed the cause as complications due to sepsis. He was 80 years old.

It’s almost Spooky Season! Yes, we know it’s not even May yet, but Halloween is right around the corner. So much so that Disney and Disney Parks Blog have announced some of their big plans for 2022. As we know, Walt Disney Pictures has a new “Haunted Mansion” film on the way. It stars LaKeith Stanfield (“Knives Out”), Tiffany Haddish (“Bad Trip”), Owen Wilson (“Loki”), Danny DeVito, Rosario Dawson (“Ahsoka”), and Chase Dillon. Justin Simien (“Bad Hair,”) “Dear White People”) wrote and directed “Haunted Mansion.” Nick Reynolds (“Easter Sunday”) and Tom Peitzman (“The Lion King”) are executive producing, with Dan…

We are delighted to share the official panel schedule for Star Wars Celebration 2022, taking place in Anaheim, CA. Yes, the lottery system for badge-holders to request access to specific panels is back. And so is the streaming stage. You can check out all the panels on StarWars.com here. Nerdbot will be reporting live every day during Star Wars Celebration 2022.

We’re…kind of shocked to share this news, actually. Longstanding fan-favorite character Carol from “The Walking Dead” (played brilliantly by Melissa McBride) was set to co-head a spinoff series. The Carol and Daryl (Norman Reedus) offshoot was imediately met with excitement from die-hard fans. But just a few minutes ago, official word came that McBride was dropping out of the series. An official statement from AMC was shared by THR: “Melissa McBride has given life to one of the most interesting, real, human and popular characters in The Walking Dead Universe. Unfortunately, she is no longer able to participate in the previously announced…

No for real though- “Avatar 2″ has an official title! And, actual real footage was just screened at CinemaCon in Las Vegas!”Avatar: The Way of Water” is the official title. The footage shown today will be attached to Marvel Studios’ upcoming “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” next month. It’ll release to the general public a week after that. Director James Cameron was joined on stage by producer John Landau. The pair ALSO revealed that “Avatar,” the groundbreaking film, will get a theatrical re-release ahead of “The Way of Water.” It’ll also be getting a remaster of picture and…

We are delighted to share the news that Johan Renck, Emmy winner for his amazing work on HBO’s “Chernobyl,” will direct the first two episodes of “Dune: The Sisterhood.” HBO Max’s series will be a “Dune” prequel about the Bene Gesserit. The Sisterhood schemes across a millennium to set in motion the birth of a messiah, the Kwisatz Haderach, a male Bene Gesserit who has the power to unlock genetic memory. We see them exhibit some of their influence and power in both David Lynch’s 1984 version of “Dune,” and Denis Villeneuve’s 2021 “Dune Part One.” Showrunner Diane Ademu-John will…

CinemaCon is happening this week in Las Vegas, and the news is flying. Disney just kicked off their 90-minute panel, which will reportedly contain roughly 70 minutes of footage. Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige was on hand, to introduce a sizzle reel. Feige says he just came back from a ‘creative retreat’ where they planned out the next 10 years of the MCU. He’ll be headed back directly after the panel. We will remind you that unfortunately, pretty much EVERYTHING shown at CinemaCon will not be released to the public. We’re updating live…The first sizzle reel included shots from Ryan…