Author: Mary Anne Butler

Mary Anne Butler (Mab) has been part of the fast-paced world of journalism since she was 15, getting her start in album reviews and live concert coverage for a nationally published (print) music magazine. She eventually transitioned to online media, writing for such sites as UGO/IGN, ComicsOnline, Geek Magazine, Ace of Geeks, Aggressive Comix (where she is still Editor-in-Chief), Bleeding Cool (where she was News Editor), and now Nerdbot as Editor-In-Chief. Over the past 10 years, she’s built a reputation at conventions across the globe as a cosplayer (occasionally), photographer (constantly), panelist and moderator (mostly), and reporter (always). Interviews, reviews, observations, breaking news, and objective reporting are the name of the game for the founder of Harkonnen Knife Fight, a Dune-themed band with an international presence. Though she be but little, she is fierce.

**UPDATE**Paramount+ has since updated “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” on their service. Season 1, episode 19 “Duet” is available. One of the primary offerings of Paramount+ streaming service is “Star Trek.” Not just one or two films or series, but by their own official advertising campaign- “every series, every episode.” But, this isn’t correct. Recently, the Paramount+ Support Twitter account responded to an inquiry about a famed episode of “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.” Season 1, episode 19 “Duet” is not available on the service. This raised some questions, naturally. The Support account shared that due to streaming rights for…

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It’s been over 25 years since Dave Foley, Bruce McCullouch, Kevin McDonald, Mark McKinney, and Scott Thompson completed “The Kids in the Hall” season 5. True, there was that 2010 miniseries “Death Comes to Town,” but this is different. A 6th season is actually happening!Thanks to Amazon Prime Video, we’re getting a true 6th season of the legendary Canadian sketch comedy series. Just to warn you, what released today is a red band trailer. So…just be mindful of who you watch it around. “The Kids in the Hall” season 6 will premiere on Prime Video on May 13th, 2022.

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This just in-it would appear that Sharon Stone has exited Warner Bros. Pictures’ upcoming DC Comics film “Blue Beetle.” She had originally been announced as playing the villain.INSTEAD, we’re going to see Oscar winning actress Susan Sarandon as Victoria Kord! “Cobra Kai” star Xolo Maridueña has been tapped to play Jaime Reyes, aka Blue Beetle. Bruna Marquezine and Belissa Escobedo have also been confirmed to be joining the cast. Marquezine will play Penny, Jaime’s main squeeze and love interest. Escobedo will play Milagros, Jamie’s younger sister. Harvey Guillén (“What We Do In The Shadows”) is also on cast, but we don’t know who he’s playing yet. With…

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It would appear that streaming service giant Netflix is not playing around when it comes to allegations of misconduct. Earlier this week, reports indicated Netflix had launched an investigation into claims of veteran actor Frank Langella engaging in inappropriate conduct on the set of “The Fall of the House of Usher.” The investigation is apparently complete, and the findings were such that Langella has been fired from the production. Deadline reports Langella’s role, Roderick Usher, will be recast. The production has an astounding cast, including Mark Hamill, Oscar nominee Mary McDonnell, and Carla Gugino just to name a few.”The Fall…

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We are so very sorry to report the news that legendary comedian Gilbert Gottfried has passed away. His family released a statement earlier today to confirm the news.”We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness. In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend and father to his two young children. Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert’s honor.” Gilbert Gottfried was 67.

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Celebrating 46 years in print, Anne Rice’s “Interview With The Vampire” remains a pinnacle of gothic narrative. There’s just something about the timeless novel- it sticks with you, it inspires you, as it apparently did for someone at AMC.While we sadly lost Anne Rice in December of 2021, but her legacy lives on. Not only are we getting a tv series based on “Interview,” but we’re ALSO getting a “Mayfair Witches” series too! Just this week, AMC sneakily released a teaser for “Interview,” along with a sly mention of likely release. Jacob Anderson (“Game of Thrones”) plays Louis Pointe Du Lac, Sam…

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Warner Bros. Pictures has revealed audiences have the power to determine if a “Fantastic Beasts 4” and “5” happen. This news comes on the heels of “Secrets of Dumbledore” not doing well in theaters. There are several reasons for this. The most recent being Ezra Miller’s arrest, and continual odd behavior. Of course there is also the Johnny Depp replacement controversy, which has been highly divisive among fans. (The less said about troublesome author JK Rowling’s anti- trans beliefs, the better.) Or could it be the magic is simply gone from WB’s Wizarding World? China has edited portions of “Secrets…

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This just in-sounds like Peacock, the streaming service of NBC Universal, is developing a live-action series about “Casper the Friendly Ghost.” Or, as we call him around Nerdbot- Casper the Friend Zone Ghost. If you’ve seen the Christina Ricci, Malachi Pearson/Devon Sawa version from the 90s- you know exactly what we mean. Kai Yu Wu is set to write and executive produce “Casper.” Early intel indicates the story will be set in high school. “A new family arrives in the small town of Eternal Falls, Casper finds himself entangled in a mystery uncovering dark secrets that have been buried for…

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