Comic-Con: Mahershala Ali is the MCU’s Blade!

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Comic-Con: Mahershala Ali is the MCU’s Blade!
Despite Wesley Snipes having made overtures about returning to the Blade franchise, it seems the MCU has a new actor to play the vampire slayer: 2-time Academy Award-winner Mahershala Ali (Green Book, Moonlight)! Not much else was revealed, including whether the character will exist in film, streaming TV or both. They did reveal a new logo, which you can check out in the gallery below!
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An upcoming Martin Scorsese movie hit his daughter so hard that she literally “burst into tears.” The film stars Academy Award winners Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence in leading roles.Francesca Scorsese reveals why the new movie affected her so deeplyMartin Scorsese’s daughter and actress Francesca Scorsese recently appeared on the Zach Sang Show podcast. During the interaction with the host, she talked about her father’s new psy

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Justin Baldoni‘s most recent statement about his two-year legal battle against Blake Lively has garnered reactions from his Jane the Virgin co-stars. Recently, Baldoni broke his public silence by posting an emotional video on Instagram featuring him and his wife, Emily Baldoni. They opened up about the “injustice” they’ve experienced over the past years, while also expressing gratitude to people who supported them throughout.
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Christopher Nolan has found a simple way of disproving a wild rumor about his filmography before The Odyssey came out. When confronted about the rumor, Nolan had a surprising reaction.How can Christopher Nolan prove a The Odyssey rumor was totally false?Before The Odyssey was announced, the internet was flooded with speculation about Nolan’s next film. One of the most popular theories at the time was that it would be about helicopter pilots, potentially a

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Comedian Kathy Griffin just teased a new romance on social media, showcasing a 43-year age gap. She was previously married to Randy Bick before the two parted ways.What did Kathy Griffin say about her relationship with a 22-year-old man?Griffin, 65, took to her Instagram on Thursday to share a picture holding hands with a young man as they got into a car. Her caption read, “He’s 22. Have at it, internet.” With those words, she basically confirmed h

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Letterboxd, the popular social platform for sharing movie reviews, may soon be acquired by another company. The website has been active since 2011 and allows users to post and share reviews while connecting to others, similar to Goodreads.Who is seemingly interested in purchasing Letterboxd?Netflix, Paramount Skydance, Sony Pictures Entertainment, a private-equity giant TPG, and Reddit’s co-creator are all reportedly interested in acquiring Letterboxd (via Variet

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day is one of the rare franchises to fix superhero sequels’ biggest problem.The initial tracking for Spider-Man 4’s opening weekend is in, and the numbers are massive. The movie is projected to earn between $180 and $190 million domestically in its opening weekend. That would easily be the highest domestic opening of 2026.These numbers are also on the conservative side as anticipation will only increase in the coming weeks. While it

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Tom Holland and Zendaya recently settled the best MCU Spider-Man debate. During a recent interview, the co-stars revealed which of the trilogy’s films they consider the best.What MCU Spider-Man movie do Tom Holland and Zendaya think is best?With the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day just around the corner, promotions for the movie have already begun. During an interview with Letterboxd, the main cast reflected on the previous three films in the fr

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Focus Features has announced the streaming release date for Obsession. The acclaimed horror thriller movie has had a successful two-month theatrical run, grossing over $400 million against a budget of only $750,000. Because of this, it has become the biggest horror movie of the year so far.“After breaking the mysterious ‘One Wish Willow’ to win his crush’s heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon di

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The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Season 3 is set to arrive on Netflix, expanding the streaming availability of the popular zombie drama. As the series moves closer to its concluding chapter, viewers will soon be able to catch up on the penultimate season. The latest season will join the platform next week.The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Season 3 hits Netflix next weekThe Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Season 3 is heading to Netflix next week, giving subscribers opportunity to catch up wi

"She's making you imagine things!" Yep – that this movie will be any good. Watch out for scary old witches out there. Saban Films has revealed the full official trailer for a horror movie called Feed, a dark and creepy vampire thriller set for release this August. This is being sent direct-to-VOD to watch right away without any theatrical release. Five social media influencers decide to take a weekend staying at a forest retreat but then inadvertently awaken and confront the world's first

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A behind-the-scenes update on Spider-Man: Brand New Day has left several Marvel fans confused. The upcoming fourth Spider-Man film in the MCU is set to bring a major tonal shift for the franchise.Why is the new Spider-Man: Brand New Day update confusing fans?The official writing credits for Spider-Man: Brand New Day have been published on the Writers Guild of America website. The credits list Chris McKenna & Erik Sommers, the duo who penned the previou

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Star Trek: The Original Series is celebrating its upcoming 60th anniversary with a special release for fans. The now-iconic franchise initially kicked off in 1966 on NBC.What is Star Trek: The Original Series releasing for its 60th anniversary?Ahead of its 60th anniversary, Star Trek: The Original Series has revealed a special surprise for longtime, as well as new, franchise fans. The first three seasons, comprising 79 episodes, will be available in a new collector’s gi

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It’s been roughly four years since Batgirl’s cancellation, and the unreleased movie continues to cause problems for DC.In August 2022, Warner Bros. Discovery made the controversial decision to cancel Batgirl, a DC movie starring Leslie Grace as the titular hero. Filming had already been completed, and the original plan was to release the movie on HBO Max. However, CEO David Zaslav opted to write off Batgirl for tax purposes rather than inject more money int

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ComingSoon is debuting an exclusive trailer for Godhead. The upcoming black-and-white horror thriller movie will have its world premiere at the 2026 Fantasia Festival on July 18, 2026.
“Shot in black and white as a modern homage to Alfred Hitchcock and The Twilight Zone, the film follows eccentric twins who proclaim themselves prophets, drawing a priest into their increasingly disturbing world as the lines between faith, delusion, and fanaticism begin to blur,&rd

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The best samurai anime on Crunchyroll is about to make its highly anticipated return, and fans won’t have to wait long. Season 2 of The Elusive Samurai brings back its acclaimed creative team and promises bigger battles ahead.The Elusive Samurai Season 2 is arriving next week on CrunchyrollThe Elusive Samurai season 2 premieres on July 17, 2026, as part of Crunchyroll’s summer lineup, ScreenRant reported. The acclaimed samurai anime returns after its breakou

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Sean Penn‘s Asphalt City is finally making its way to Netflix, giving the crime thriller a new streaming home next month. Co-starring X-Men actor Tye Sheridan, the film will be available to a wider audience when it joins the platform. According to a new report, the film has been added to Netflix’s upcoming streaming lineup.Asphalt City to stream on Netflix next monthNetflix is adding Sean Penn’s forgotten thriller featuring an X-Men star next month. Accor

"Am I supposed to just forget everything he ever did to us?" Icon Film Distr. has revealed the first official UK trailer for an indie drama titled & Sons, out in the UK starting in August. The film originally premiered at the 2025 Toronto Film Festival last year (and also played at the London Film Fest) and is adapted from the book also titled "& Sons" written by David Gilbert. A world-renowned but reclusive novelist, convinced he is about to die, summons his estranged sons to his home.

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Shane Gillis‘ hit Netflix comedy show just locked in a return date, and fans won’t have to wait much longer. The beloved workplace series confirmed its next season premiere with a timeline that caught viewers off guard.Tires Season 3 arrives next month on NetflixGillis’ hit workplace comedy Tires returns to Netflix for its third season on August 13, 2026, What’s on Netflix reported. The raunchy sitcom follows the staff of a struggling auto repair cha

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ComingSoon is debuting an exclusive trailer for Everyone Calls Me Mike. The upcoming high-seas thriller film from IndiePix Films is scheduled to premiere exclusively on SVOD platform IndiePix Unlimited, starting on July 31, 2026.“Sailing the world aboard their blue schooner, Jean, Isabelle, and Isabelle’s young son Damien stop in Djibouti to repair a broken engine. There they meet Mike, a resourceful taxi driver who helps them track down a hard-to-find

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Denzel Washington’s acclaimed crime drama is leaving Netflix very soon. Fans have only limited time left to stream it. The film stars Washington and Russell Crowe and is one of Ridley Scott’s biggest crime hits.American Gangster is leaving Netflix next monthAccording to What’s on Netflix, American Gangster leaves Netflix on August 1, 2026. Netflix is removing the crime drama after its licensing deal expires. The film will no longer be available

"Two heads. One soul. A witch's endless rage." LIV Worldwide has unveiled the official trailer for She Saw Us, an indie horror film marking the feature debut of filmmaker James Night. It's currently set for release in limited theaters this September – just before the October horror season begins. "She's always watching." When four friends on a trip to make a documentary discover a cursed two-headed doll in this remote forest, they unleash a vengeful witch who traps them in a place from whi

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Four years after Warner Bros. pulled the plug on Batgirl, J.K. Simmons is still hoping audiences will eventually see the finished movie. The actor, who played Commissioner James Gordon, gave his opinion on the studio’s decision to shelve the completed superhero movie.J.K. Simmons says Warner Bros. decision to cancel Batgirl was ‘bizarre’Speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Simmons reflected on the abrupt cancellation of the Adil El Arb

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Scott Foley finally breaks his silence on the cancellation of his perfect Rotten Tomatoes series. The actor shares his honest reaction after Prime Video axed It’s Not Like That despite its strong performance.Scott Foley is ‘disappointed’ by It’s Not Like That’s cancellationScott Foley reacted to the cancellation of his Prime Video series It’s Not Like That in an Instagram video. The faith-based family drama earned a perfect 100% score

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The latest issue of Absolute Batman introduces disturbing transformations that redefine what it means to be a Gotham rogue. Writer Scott Snyder has already given twisted versions of Black Mask, Penguin, and Scarecrow. Now, issue #22 pushes the horror even further by revealing the origins of this world’s Harley Quinn while simultaneously unveiling two reimagined villains.Absolute Batman #22 introduces new versions of Calendar Man, Tweedledee and TweedledumThe story p

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Disney’s live-action Moana looks faithful, but several sneaky changes might have slipped right past fans. The remake quietly tweaks backstories, character roles, and iconic jokes from the 2016 animated classic.Besides post-credits scenes, Moana remake has many differences from originalThe live-action Moana remake introduces several notable differences from the 2016 animated original beyond its post-credits changes. The remake drops all post

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Four years after Warner Bros. pulled the plug on Batgirl, J.K. Simmons is still hoping audiences will eventually see the finished movie. The actor, who played Commissioner James Gordon, gave his opinion on the studio’s decision to shelve the completed superhero movie.J.K. Simmons says Warner Bros. decision to cancel Batgirl was ‘bizarre’Speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Simmons reflected on the abrupt cancellation of the Adil El Arb

The ‘90s family movie franchise Free Willy is being rebooted, with Marvel directors The Russo Brothers producing the film.READ MORE: Joe and Anthony Russo on their most iconic film scenesReleased in 1993, Free Willy told the story of a young boy who befriends an orca whale named Willy, who lives in captivity at an ailing amusement park. When he learns that the owners plan to kill the animal for insurance money, the boy hatches a plan to release him into the wild. The film co-starred Lori P

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J.K. Simmons has shared an unexpected behind-the-scenes detail from his time in the Spider-Man franchise. Although he reprised his role as J. Jonah Jameson in two films led by Tom Holland, the Oscar-winning actor revealed that the two have never met. The revelation offers a surprising glimpse into how their Marvel appearances were filmed.J.K. Simmons and Tom Holland made two Spider-Man movies without even meetingJ.K. Simmons has revealed that he and Tom Holl

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Harry Bosch will return for another case in Ballard Season 2, but fans should not expect him to dominate the story. Titus Welliver has confirmed that Bosch is coming back when the Prime Video crime drama returns. His latest comments also make it clear that the series will continue to keep its spotlight on Renée Ballard rather than shifting back to its longtime detective.Titus Welliver reveals how much Harry Bosch fans will get in Ballard Season 2Speaking t