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- Sons of Anarchy: Unusual New Miniseries Brings the Stars Back TogetherMore than ten years after "Sons of Anarchy" ended, the members of SAMCRO are returning for a new spin-off series – though not quite as initially expected. The unusual idea came from lead actor Charlie Hunnam himself.
- Zack Snyder's 300 Prequel: Netflix Is Set to Become the Series' New HomeFor more than two years, rumors have been circulating about a prequel series to Zack Snyder's "300". Now it appears the project has taken a major step forward. According to insider John Rocha, the series could be released on Netflix – and Snyder himself is set to direct the pilot episode.
- The Batman 2: Confusion over Sebastian Stan's role following interviewIt is not clear after all whether Sebastian Stan will appear in "The Batman 2" as Harvey Dent, aka Two-Face. It was previously reported that he had confirmed to the French newspaper Le Journal du Dimanche that he would play the character. However, the relevant passage has now been removed from the interview published online.
- Vin Diesel Shares Promising Update on the Start of Filming for Fast & Furious 11For a long time, one thing in particular prevailed when it came to the next – and final – installment of the "Fast & Furious" saga: stagnation. Although Vin Diesel emphasized on several occasions that work on "Fast & Furious 11" was underway, in the end it was nothing more than hot air—until now! In an interview with Variety, the actor provided a promising update on when filming for the sequel will begin.
- Disney Plans Gaston Movie: Glen Powell in Talks for Lead RoleDisney is working on a new live-action adaptation that centers on one of the most famous characters from "Beauty and the Beast": Gaston. And as insider Jeff Sneider reports, none other than Glen Powell is being considered for the lead role.
- Tangled: Outlander Star Lands Key Role in Disney Live-Action AdaptationThe cast of Disney's live-action adaptation of "Tangled" continues to grow. As reported by Deadline magazine, "Outlander" star Caitríona Balfe has now been cast as Queen Arianna. Michael Gracey, who has already demonstrated his knack for large-scale musical productions with "The Greatest Showman", will direct the film.
- Kingdom Hearts: Disney Confirms New Anime Series for Disney+After years of speculation and rumors, it's now official: "Kingdom Hearts" is getting a new series adaptation for Disney+. The announcement was made during the D23 event in Anaheim. To do full justice to the popular video game series, Disney says the project is being developed in close creative collaboration with Tetsuya Nomura, the creator of the "Kingdom Hearts" series.
- Release Date Announced for Parker Finn's Possession RemakeWith the two "Smile" films, Parker Finn cemented his status in the horror genre. Now, the director will tackle a remake of the horror classic "Possession" – and a release date has already been set. Callum Turner and "The Substance" star Margaret Qualley have been cast in the two lead roles, following in the footsteps of Sam Neill and Isabelle Adjani.
- Jeff the Killer Is Being Made Into a Movie: The Next Creepypasta Phenomenon Is Getting a Hollywood AdaptationFollowing the global success of "Backrooms", Hollywood is jumping right on the next internet horror phenomenon. As reported by The Wrap, the legendary Creepypasta character Jeff the Killer is set to be adapted into a feature film. Behind the project are Tongal Studios and filmmaker and TikTok influencer Savanah Moss, whose surreal horror videos have reached an audience of millions.
- DC Studios scraps several series projects – Waller, Paradise Lost, and Booster Gold put on holdThere's a lot going on at DC right now: As Variety magazine has officially confirmed, several planned series have been put on hold. These include, among others, the "Amanda Waller" series starring Viola Davis, as well as the "Wonder Woman" prequel "Paradise Lost" and "Booster Gold".
- Puss in Boots 3: Directors Provide a Promising Update on the SequelFollowing the global success of "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish", many fans are eagerly awaiting a new adventure featuring the beloved cat. Now there's a promising update from the directors of the acclaimed animated film.
- 50 Cent Confirmed as Executive Producer for the Payday SeriesThe planned TV adaptation of the "Payday" video game series is taking its next big step: As reported by Variety magazine, rap icon 50 Cent will serve as an executive producer on the project. Curtis Jackson, also known as 50 Cent, has established himself as a successful television producer in recent years and was instrumental in the success of the "Power" series.
- Spring Breakers 2: Bella Thorne Signed On to Direct, Write, and StarMore than a decade after the controversial box-office hit "Spring Breakers", the sequel is now taking shape. On Alex Cooper's podcast "Call Her Daddy", actress Bella Thorne revealed that she will be directing "Spring Breakers 2", writing the screenplay, and starring in the lead role.
- House of the Dragon: Everything You Need to Know About Season 4 & the Planned Game of Thrones Spin-OffsThe third season of "House of the Dragon" may be over, but the bitter civil war between the Targaryens is far from over. The series' final season is set to premiere in 2028 – but what can we actually expect from Season 4? We've gathered all the information for you and will also reveal what else the world of "Game of Thrones" has in store for the coming years!
- Crawl 2: Horror Hit Gets a Sequel – Lead Actors AnnouncedThe alligators are on the loose again! Seven years after the surprise success of "Crawl", a sequel is now in the works – and the two lead actors for "Crawl 2" have already been cast! An official release date for "Crawl 2" has not yet been announced, but filming is set to begin in Hungary at the end of August.
- Rumor: Samara Weaving Allegedly Cast in The Legend of ZeldaAfter Samara Weaving recently landed the role of Emma Frost in the "X-Men" reboot, she now appears to be joining another major franchise. According to industry insider The Beyond Reporter, the actress has allegedly been cast in a role in "The Legend of Zelda". However, at this point, this is just a rumor, so it should be taken with a grain of salt.
- Squid Game: David Fincher's Planned U.S. Spin-off Apparently FailedBad news for all "Squid Game" fans: For years, rumors have been circulating that acclaimed director David Fincher was developing a U.S. spin-off titled "Heckler". However, The Playlist magazine is now reporting that the project is apparently a thing of the past.
- Gareth Edwards is out! Search on for a new director for Jurassic World 5The future of the "Jurassic World" franchise is taking an unexpected turn. Although "Jurassic World: Rebirth" was a huge success at the box office, director Gareth Edwards will no longer be directing the next installment of the dinosaur saga. The search for a new director for "Jurassic World 5" is in full swing.
- After the Supergirl Flop: Warner CEO David Zaslav Weighs In on the Future of the DCUThe newly launched DCU recently suffered a major setback. "Supergirl", starring Milly Alcock, turned out to be a box office flop, falling well short of expectations with worldwide gross receipts of around $125 million. Now, Warner CEO David Zaslav has spoken out and shared his thoughts on the future of the DCU.
- The Mummy 4: Two More Iconic Characters from the Original Films ReturnNews about "The Mummy 4"! After the return of Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, and John Hannah already sparked excitement, two more iconic characters from the original films are now joining the cast. In addition, "Obsession" star Michael Johnston is in talks for a role.