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Marvel recently updated its release schedule for 2024, 2025, and beyond. 2025 will be packed with both live-action and animated releases, with many projects already in production or set to begin soon.

The studio’s filming schedule is busy, with Avengers: Doomsday, Spider-Man 4, and Vision Quest all expected to start filming in 2025, mostly in England.

Industry insider Daniel Richtman recently revealed that there’s one more Marvel project planned to begin filming in the UK in the fall of 2025.

This information was shared through Richtman’s paid newsletter and hasn’t been officially confirmed by Marvel. With so many rumored and confirmed projects in the works, it’s hard to keep track, but there are a few movies that seem more likely than others.

One possibility for the untitled movie is Shang-Chi 2. In December 2021, Marvel announced a sequel to Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, with Destin Daniel Cretton returning as writer and director.

This article contains spoilers for "Cobra Kai" season 6 part 2.

Kwon Jae-Sung (Brandon H. Lee) is one of the most brutal villains "Cobra Kai" has introduced, so in a way, it's fitting that he receives the most brutal end on the series so far. The show's characters can usually bounce back from just about any fate, up to and including paraplegia and lengthy prison sentences. However, Kwon's death in the "Cobra Kai" season 6 part 2 finale, titled "Eunjangdo," is a shocking moment that immediately raises the stakes for the remaining episodes.

The plot twist of Kwon accidentally falling on the Eunjangdo knife he's palming during his fight with Axel Kovačević (Patrick Luwis) was carefully calculated to shuffle the Sekai Taikai deck. Before his demise, "Cobra Kai" season 6 devoted tons of time to establish the Cobra Kai team's latest prodigy as an unparalleled master martial artist. Where most "Cobra Kai" characters use...

Tom Holland will officially be suiting up as Spider-Man again soon. Sony has dated Holland’s next outing as friendly neighborhood Avenger Peter Parker for release on July 24, 2026, Deadline reports. The film will open two months after the next “Avengers” movie, “Avengers: Doomsday,” which is slated for May 1 and will feature Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom.

The as-yet-untitled fourth installment of the current live-action Spider-Man franchise will be directed by Destin Daniel Cretton (“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”), who is taking over from Jon Watts, who directed the first three films. Amy Pascal and Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige are producing. Zendaya, who stars as Peter’s girlfriend Mj Watson and is Holland’s real-life girlfriend, has also signed on to reprise her role. The film is expected to go into production in summer 2025, according to Holland.

The previous “Spider-Man” movie, “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” which grossed $1.95 billion dollars,...

Wave goodbye to Brat Summer, and say hello to Hot Tom Summer. It's been three long years since Tom Holland's Spider-Man last graced the silver screen in "No Way Home," the crossover bonanza that united three separate franchises into an "Avengers"-sized behemoth. The Marvel Cinematic Universe has gone through a bit of a shakeup in the years since, leaving the wall crawler's next step somewhat up in the air -- whether it be a possible appearance in the recently-released "Venom: The Last Dance" or in another standalone film. The actor has previously assured the legions of fans that plans for a "Spider-Man 4" have been in the works, conditioned on its writers delivering a worthy enough story. This afternoon, those plans have now inched significantly closer to becoming a reality ... and it's big news for Holland fans everywhere.

Sony Pictures announced today that the next "Spider-Man" film,...

Zach Cherry found worldwide fame and critical acclaim when he portrayed the role of Dylan in the iconic show Severance. The show which has been running since 2022 has shot Cherry’s status to stardom.

Zach Cherry in a still from Severance | Credits: Red Hour Productions

However, before fame found its way to Zach Cherry’s doorstep, the improv comedian had been trying for quite a long time. Cherry has also been a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which many fans might have missed.

Zach Cherry is a Part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Finding fame is a tough thing. It might take a random interview on a street or it may take years to build, fame is a tricky thing. Zach Cherry, who has 53 credits as an actor found fame back in 2022.

Cherry had a cameo in Spider-Man: Homecoming | Credits: Marvel Studios

Starring in the role of Dylan in the Apple TV+ series Severance,...

Ein wenig Geduld müssen Fans von „Spider-Man“ noch aufbringen, aber jetzt steht fest, wann der Nachfolger zum Milliardenerfolg „No Way Home“ in die Kinos kommen soll.

Tom Holland kommt 2026 als „Spider-Man“ zurück auf die Leinwände (Credit: ©2021 Ctmg. All Rights Reserved)

Über 1,95 Mrd. Dollar hat „Spider-Man: No Way Home” anno 2021 eingespielt – und zählt damit zu den umsatzstärksten Marvel-Adaptionen überhaupt. Selbstverständlich bleibt ein Erfolg dieser Größenordnung nicht ohne weitere Fortsetzung – und auch wenn über den nächsten „Spider-Man“ bislang nur bekannt ist, dass Tom Holland erneut in die Titelrolle schlüpft und Destin Daniel Cretton („Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings“) die Regie übernehmen wird, steht jetzt zumindest schon einmal der Termin für den US-Start fest: Sony bringt den Film am 24. Juli 2026 in die US-Kinos, der deutsche Starttermin wird sich aller Voraussicht nach daran orientieren – zumal dieser Starttermin direkt nach der Fußball-wm käme. Die übrigens in Kanada, Mexiko und den USA stattfindet.

Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will swing back into theaters on July 24, 2026.

The untitled Columbia Pictures project from director Destin Daniel Cretton will debut shortly after “Avengers: Doomsday,” which comes out on May 1, 2026. “Spider-Man: Far From Home” was similarly released just two months after “Avengers: Endgame,” and the third Spidey film grossed over $1 billion globally.

During an appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on Tuesday night, Holland confirmed that his fourth “Spider-Man” movie will begin production in mid-2025.

“Next summer, we start shooting. Everything’s good to go — we’re nearly there,” Holland said. “Super exciting. I can’t wait!”

During a recent interview on the “Rich Roll Podcast,” Holland revealed that he had read a draft of the script for his fourth “Spider-Man” movie and said “it needs work, but the writers are doing a great job.”

“One of the things is that, with Marvel, your film is...

Spider-Man will return – but we still have a ways to go. According to Tom Holland, his next “Spider-Man” film will begin shooting in Summer 2025.

The actor revealed the news on “The Tonight Show” on Tuesday night, when pressed by host Jimmy Fallon on when the web-slinger might return after his most recent appearance in “Spider-Man: No Way Home.”

“Next summer, we start shooting,” Holland said. “Everything’s good to go, we’re nearly there. Super exciting.”

The update is a pretty large pivot from comments Holland made just a week ago during a podcast appearance, where he revealed he’d recently read a script for the film, but “it needs work.”

That said, he also assured fans that “the writers are doing a great job,” and that he and his co-star Zendaya were equally thrilled with it when they sat down to read it together.

“I read it three weeks...

Tom Holland provided an update on the highly anticipated fourth installment in his Spider-Man film series. In a recent appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” Holland said that production on the new movie will kick off in the summer of 2025.

The actor is enthusiastic to once again portray the role of Spider-Man. “Everything’s good to go — we’re nearly there,” Holland told Fallon. “It’s happening… super exciting. I can’t wait!”

Holland and his co-star Zendaya, who plays Mj, had a chance to review an early draft of the script together. While noting the screenplay “needs work,” Holland sounded confident in the writing team. He said reading it with Zendaya “really lit a fire in me.”

The pair discussed their initial reactions as they read through the developing story. According to Holland, there were times they “were bouncing around the living room” in response. This...

In a much-needed win for theaters, "Smile 2" opened right in line with expectations at the box office this past weekend. Director Parker Finn's sequel to 2022's surprise original hit "Smile" picked up right where that movie left off. Audiences were ready for more and they turned out to see the next chapter in this budding horror franchise.

Paramount's sequel opened with an estimated $23 million domestically to go with another $23 million overseas for a $46 million global start. "Smile 2" had been looking at a debut in the $25 million range so this was pretty much on the money. It's also almost exactly as much as the previous film made when it debuted in October 2022 to $22.6 million, before finishing with $106 million domestically and $111 million overseas for a grand total of $217 million. The good news here is that the sequel opened better than the original internationally, with the first film only...

Tom Holland has become one of the biggest stars in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Even though he had to step in and fill big shoes previously worn by Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield, he has truly carved out a place for himself as Peter Parker in the "Spider-Man" films, as well as the larger MCU. Early on, though, the actor developed a bit of a reputation for spoiling secrets, which is a big no-no in the Marvel realm. We can chalk that up to a learning curve because it turns out Holland recently managed to keep one of Marvel's biggest secrets to himself.

The actor was only just a guest on Rich Roll's podcast, where he discussed the launch of his new non-alcoholic beer brand, Bero. During the conversation, Holland touched on his long-standing relationship with Robert Downey Jr., which goes back to his MCU debut in "Captain America: Civil War.

Fresh off his West End turn leading William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet,” Tom Holland is ready to hit the ground running, debuting a brand-new non-alcoholic beer alongside his girlfriend and co-star Zendaya and providing a small update on development of the much-anticipated fourth entry in the MCU’s “Spider-Man” franchise. Speaking in a recent interview on the “Rich Roll Podcast,” Holland explained how he’s making “Spider-Man 4” a priority, especially in regards to his creative involvement.

“We have a creative and we have a pitch, and a draft which is excellent,” said Holland. “It needs work, but the writers are doing a great job. I read it three weeks ago and it really lit a fire in me. Zendaya and I sat down and read it together and we at times were bouncing around the living room like this is a real movie worthy of the fans’ respect,...

Tom Holland revealed during an interview on the “Rich Roll Podcast” that he recently read a draft of the script for his fourth “Spider-Man” movie and “it needs work, but the writers are doing a great job.” Variety confirmed in September that “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton is in early talks to direct the sequel, taking over Holland’s franchise from his trilogy director Jon Watts.

“One of the things is that, with Marvel, your film is a small cog in a large machine,” Holland said about “Spider-Man 4” development. “That machine has got to keep running. You have to make sure you can fit into that timeline at the right time to benefit the bigger picture. That’s one of the challenges we’re facing. The time in which we need to get that done is a tall order but definitely achievable...

John Boyega and Simu Liu’s Social Media Exchange Has MCU & Star Wars Fans Speculating - Main Image

John Boyega and Simu Liu have fans speculating after an intriguing exchange on X, seemingly teasing their return to their respective franchises: Marvel and Star Wars.

MCU fans have been waiting for Shang-Chi 2 for years, and there are rumors that the Ten Rings wielder himself will be one of the leads in the upcoming Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.

As for Boyega, he was last seen in 2019's The Rise of Skywalker, with no news of his return to the galaxy far, far away, aside from Daisy Ridley’s hope to see him reprise his role as Finn in her new Star Wars movie.

So, does their fun social media banter mean anything?

John Boyega and Simu Liu Seemingly Hint at Each Other’s Return to the MCU and Star Wars

The speculations...

Though he may not be as well-known as some of the Avengers, Shang-Chi of Marvel is becoming more and more well-known because of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). He is a very interesting character with rich lore, and that is why fans love him and want to see more of him.

Though some fans had some complaints about the way various plot points were handled, the first Shang-Chi film was a strong success for Marvel and was well-liked by most of the audience. Ultimately, the film can be deemed a success overall, which is why fans are anticipating Marvel’s recently announced sequel.

But, as you know, there haven’t been any updates for a while, so the Canadian actor Simu Liu, who plays the lead in the movie, is in the spotlight, and his every move, as well as the statement, is being followed.

Recently, the actor shared an...

Noch bevor Destin Daniel Cretton das Sequel zu „Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” inszeniert, soll er bei „Spider-Man 4“ Regie führen.

Destin Daniel Cretton soll den nächsten „Spider-Man“ inszenieren (Credit: Imago / Depositphotos)

Nachdem Jon Watts die aus „Spider-Man: Homecoming“, „Spider-Man: Far From Home“ und „Spider-Man: No Way Home“ bestehende Trilogie inszeniert hatte, soll Daniel Destin Cretton beim nächsten „Spider-Man“ Regie führen. Wie US-Branchenmedien berichten, soll Tom Holland in „Spider-Man 4“, über dessen Handlung noch nichts bekannt ist, erneut die Hauptrolle übernehmen. Sony und Marvel wollten die Verpflichtung von Destin Daniel Cretton nicht kommentieren.

Cretton entwickelt derzeit ein Sequel zu „Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings“; „Spider-Man 4“ soll allerdings für Marvel den Berichten zufolge Priorität haben.

Destin Daniel Cretton war bei Marvel zunächst auch für die Regie von „Avengers: The Kang Dynasty“ vorgesehen gewesen, war aber im November 2023 aus dem Projekt ausgestiegen.

Tom Holland’s Spider-Man movies are some of the best there are, crossing the billion-dollar mark at the box office. Thanks to them being a co-production between Sony and Marvel Studios, the films and Holland’s other appearances have been well-received, with fans eagerly awaiting a fourth sequel.

Tom Holland in Spider-Man: No Way Home | Credit: Sony Entertainment

After years of being shrouded in mystery, Spider-Man 4 has apparently found its director in Shang-Chi’s Destin Daniel Cretton. In talks to direct the film, fans expect Holland’s spidey can finally catch up to Andrew Garfield’s friendly neighborhood Spider-Man in terms of swinging and action!

Tom Holland’s Spider-Man 4 Ropes in Destin Daniel Cretton Destin Daniel Cretton directed Simu Liu-starrer blockbuster Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings | Credit: Instagram/@destindaniel

Tom Holland‘s last entry in the MCU was in the blockbuster, Spider-Man: No Way Home. Also...

At long last, "Spider-Man 4" is moving forward. The long-awaited Marvel Cinematic Universe sequel has found its director, but it won't be Jon Watts this time around, who helmed all three of Tom Holland's previous solo adventures. Instead, a new director will bring some new life to the franchise behind-the-camera. He may be new to directing Spider-Man, but this is a filmmaker Marvel fans are familiar with.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Destin Daniel Cretton has been tapped to direct the currently untitled fourth "Spider-Man" film, with Holland expected to return as Peter Parker. Cretton is known best as the director of 2021's "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," which is considered one of the better MCU films to come out in the post-"Avengers: Endgame" era. Plot details are being kept under wraps for the time being. Interestingly, Cretton had previously been eyed to direct "Avengers: The Kang Dynasty...

Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will keep swinging in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” director Destin Daniel Cretton in early talks to helm the film.

In addition to the Simu Liu-led “Shang-Chi,” Cretton’s other credits 2013’s “Short Term 12,” 2017’s “The Glass Castle” and 2019’s “Just Mercy.” He was previously set to direct the now-scrapped “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty,” but departed the project in November 2023. Cretton has stayed in the Marvel family and co-created the upcoming “Wonder Man” miniseries, starring Yahya Abdul Matteen II. Cretton has also been developing a sequel to “Shang-Chi,” but a source close to the production says that “Spider-Man 4” is currently the priority for the studio.

The ending to 2021’s “Spider-Man: No Way Home” saw Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange cast a spell that caused the entire world to forget that Peter Parker had been Spider-Man, which...

Simu Liu’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings was a surprisingly successful entry in Phase Four of the MCU. The film was released at the height of the pandemic and earned over $432 million at the box office. A sequel was announced at the time, with filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton returning.

While the origins of the Ten Rings have been kept ambiguous in the MCU, they seem to be extremely powerful. A new rumor regarding the sequel revealed that time travel will be involved in Shang-Chi 2. Simu Liu’s Shang-Chi would reportedly be able to time travel and battle the Agents of Atlas using the Ten Rings.

Simu Liu’s Shang-Chi 2 Will Use The Ten Rings To Time Travel Simu Liu in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings | Credits: Marvel Studios

The Marvel Cinematic Universe began using time travel as early as Captain America: The First Avengers.

In recent years, Labor Day weekend’s reputation as a box office dead zone has been upended by strong showings from films like “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” and “The Equalizer 3.” Unfortunately, for 2024, standard perception prevails with a predictably lackluster showing.

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” (Warner Bros.) opens next week to a projected $100 million+ debut, starting what looks like an improved rest of the year compared to the final four months in 2023. For now, it’s tread water time, with the late summer’s best doing best (and in some cases holding extremely well).

The weekend’s total of $86 million was down only $6 million from last year despite the boost from the Denzel Washington sequel ($35 million). Key was the sustained strength of previously top titles. Still #1 “Deadpool & Wolverine” (Disney) fell only 17 percent ($15 million), now about $600 million. Two Universal hits already on PVOD did even better. #5 “Twisters” actually...

With summer nearly over, the fall movie season is almost upon us. It's certainly early but for the time being, things are looking good. September used to be a bit of a dumping ground month for studios, with that post-summer hangover setting in badly. In recent years though, things have changed. It's now become fertile ground for the right movie to break out in a big way. It very much seems like Warner Bros. and director Tim Burton have just such a movie in "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice." Well over three decades after the original "Beetlejuice" hit theaters, the long-awaited sequel is poised to become a breakout smash hit.

"Beetlejuice 2" is currently looking at an opening in the $81 to $94 million range when it hits theaters next weekend, per Box Office Theory. Warner Bros., for what it's worth, is being a little more conservative, with the studio estimating a debut in the $65 to $75 million range,...

In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Tasha Huo, the co-writer for the upcoming Naruto live-action film expressed her enthusiasm for the project’s direction under the writer-director Destin Daniel Cretton.

Huo praised Destin’s approach to adapting the manga, noting his deep understanding of the source material.

According to Huo, the director’s understanding of Naruto goes beyond the typical blockbuster treatment, focusing on the emotional depth of the characters and their relationships rather than solely the epic scale of the series’ world.

“I think that’s such a cool choice because he’s going to be able to capture how nuanced and special Naruto is without getting distracted by the big world that it is, which I think could easily be done by someone who’s not a fan or someone who’s coming in for a cash payday. This is definitely a movie that comes at it from...

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021) is one of the best MCU entries in the post-Endgame era. The movie got great reviews across the board, making Simu Liu's hero among the most exciting new Avengers. However, Marvel Studios is yet to officially announce Shang-Chi 2; what's going on with that?

Well, the Marvel Studios team have had Shang-Chi in the forefront of their minds. In fact, Inverse recently reported that the next Avengers movie was originally set to have Shang-Chi in the spotlight. But with Avengers 5 moving away from The Kang Dynasty and instead becoming Doomsday, it also means that Shang-Chi's involvement may have been re-worked.

And this brings us onto the proposed Shang-Chi 2. The sequel wasn't mentioned at all in Marvel Studio's 2025 slate, or beyond. Naturally, this has led to cancellation rumors; perhaps Marvel will silently move on from the character. Thankfully, those rumors appear to be inaccurate.

The first Shang-Chi movie was a notable success for Marvel, resonating well with audiences despite some criticisms of certain plot elements. Given its success, fans are eagerly awaiting the sequel, which Marvel has officially announced.

However, updates on the sequel have been sparse. In response to this, series star Simu Liu, the Canadian actor who plays Shang-Chi, was recently asked about the sequel’s progress. While he didn’t provide specific details, he did share some insights into the current status of the highly anticipated follow-up.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings premiered in 2021, garnering mostly positive reviews and earning $432.2 million against a budget of $150-200 million, marking it as a success. Fans appreciated Marvel’s expansion of its character roster, and Simu Liu’s portrayal of the titular superhero was well-received. Marvel confirmed a sequel would be in the works, but updates have been sparse, leaving some fans concerned.

It’s been three years since Simu Liu made his debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, and since then, fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on a sequel. The prolonged silence from Marvel had left many concerned, but a recent tease from Liu himself has sparked a glimmer of hope, suggesting that progress is definitely being made behind the scenes.

A still from Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. (image credit: Marvel)

Despite this encouraging news, fans remain cautiously optimistic and are still wary about whether they will see Shang-Chi return for a solo adventure in the near future. The anticipation continues to build as they hold out for more concrete details and official announcements.

Shang-Chi 2 Gets an Exciting Update, What’s Happening With The Long Awaited Sequel?

Anxious Shang-Chi fans can finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Ever since Marvel Studios launched the Multiverse Saga, it has placed a focus on building out its roster of new heroes, while also making time to focus on some of the secondary heroes of the Infinity Saga. That meant audiences could enjoy a mix of origin stories and sequels from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a combination that they hadn't had regularly since the franchise's earlier days.

There were some mixed results, however, as some of those movies were very successful, while others weren't - a first for Marvel Studios! - forcing them to reconsider some of their upcoming titles. And that led fans to worry about a number of the planned sequels being cancelled (and one of them has indeed been confirmed to have been scrapped).

The good news is that at least one of them, Shang-Chi 2, is definitely still going ahead.

Simu Liu confirms Shang-Chi 2 is still happening

If...

Marvel’s Shang-Chi might not be one of the most popular superheroes when compared to some members of the Avengers, but his popularity is certainly increasing thanks to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). He is a very interesting character with rich lore and that is why fans love him.

The first Shang-Chi movie was a solid success for Marvel and most of the fans liked it, although they did have some issues with how some plot elements were handled. Still, the production can generally be considered a success and that is why the fans are waiting for a sequel, which has been announced by Marvel.

Still, despite that, no updates have been provided for a while, which is why the series star, Canadian actor Simu Liu, was asked about the state of the sequel, and while he did not give us any precise details, he did reveal some information about...

Would you trust John Cena to be your bodyguard for a day? Well, that’s what Awkwafina’s character is forced to do in their new movie, “Jackpot!”

Ok, technically, she’s trusting Noel — he’s just played by Cena. Now streaming on Prime Video, Paul Feig’s latest film centers on Katie Kim (Awkwafina), who finds herself literally running for her life after winning the lottery in near-future Los Angeles.

In this world, it’s perfectly legal to murder the lottery winner and take over their jackpot, so long as you complete the kill by sundown and don’t use a gun. It’s an insane concept, and it boasts a fun cast of familiar faces to bring it all together.

Here’s who you need to know.

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Noel (John Cena)

Noel is a bodyguard who comes to help Katie, for a price. He’s mostly a good-hearted dude though.

“Avengers: The Kang Dynasty” has been retitled with a full-tilt pivot. The next Avengers films will be “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars” and they will both be directed by the Russo Brothers.

Directors Joe and Anthony Russo are uniting with Marvel Studios once again to helm the next superhero team-up feature. On Saturday evening, they made their return official by taking the stage at San Diego Comic-Con’s Hall H to thunderous applause.

“When we directed ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ we really believed it was the end for us in the Marvel Cinematic Universe,” said Joe Russo to the crowd. “That four-movie run was incredible, and it left us creatively spent.” However, in the time since, the duo found a “very special story” that convinced them to come back. In fact, “it’s the biggest story that Marvel comics ever told. It’s the reason that Anthony and I are standing up here.

Mit vier Regiearbeiten im MCU wurden Anthony und Joe Russo zum erfolgreichsten Regieduo aller Zeiten. Fünf Jahre nach dem Abschied von Marvel deutet alles darauf hin, dass sie an einem für die Zukunft der Marvel Studios entscheidenden Moment zu den „Avengers“ zurückkehren werden.

Anthony und Joe Russo (Credit: Imago / MediaPunch)

Viele große Namen waren bereits im Spiel, zunächst Destin Daniel Cretton, der nach dem Erfolg von „Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings“ zunächst hoch im Kurs stand, zumindest den ersten der beiden neuen „Avengers“-Filme, der damals noch „The Kang Dynasty“ hieß, für einen Kinostart im Jahr 2026 zu inszenieren. Als der das Projekt verließ, wollte man „Deadpool & Wolverine“-Regisseur Shawn Levy gewinnen, der sich allerdings für sein kommendes „Star Wars“-Projekt entschied. Zu diesem Zeitpunkt stand bereits fest, dass es sich um die Regie von nicht nur einem Film, sondern den beiden „Avengers“-Filmen handeln sollte, mit...

People just love the Minions. With "Despicable Me 4" continuing to tear it up at the global box office, the franchise has crossed a major milestone, making a bit of history in the process. Illumination's signature series of films has now collectively crossed the $5 billion mark worldwide, making it the first animated franchise in history to do so. What's more, if things continue to go the way they're going, that number will be $6 billion and counting in just a few years.

"Despicable Me 4" once again topped the charts over the weekend, pulling in $44.6 million domestically in its second weekend. That represents just a 40% drop week-to-week following the sequel's record-setting opening weekend. Internationally, Gru and the Minions held strong as well, pulling in another $87.9 million from overseas markets. That puts the movie's running total at $437.8 million worldwide, with a lot of gas left in the tank. More importantly, it was...

There's a new king in town. It may have happened just as the movie is arriving on Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD, but "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" has passed a majorly impressive box office milestone. Two and a half months after director Adam Wingard's follow-up to 2021's "Godzilla vs. Kong" hit theaters, it has officially passed 2017's "Kong: Skull Island" to become the highest-grossing movie in the MonsterVerse franchise.

According to Deadline, "Godzilla x Kong" has now amassed $570 million worldwide, taking it just past the $568.6 million total of "Skull Island." Wingard's second MonsterVerse film has earned $196.3 million domestically to go with $373.7 million internationally. The biggest difference is that "Skull Island" made a whopping $400 million of its total overseas in its day. The only film in the franchise to make more than "GxK" domestically was 2014's "Godzilla" ($200 million domestically/$529 million worldwide) directed by Gareth Edwards. That film kicked...

Vor knapp zwei Wochen hatte Adam Wingard angekündigt, keinen dritten Monsterfilm für Legendary inszenieren zu wollen. Jetzt hat das Studio mit Grant Sputore einen Regisseur für den nächsten Teil seines Monsterverse gefunden.

Grant Sputore inszeniert den nächsten Monsterfilm von Legendary (Credit: Imago / Zuma Wire)

Nach der Ankündiung von Adam Wingard vor gut zwei Wochen, nach „Godzilla vs. Kong“ und „Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire“ keinen dritten Monsterfilm für Legendary inszenieren zu wollen, hat das Studio jetzt mit Grant Sputore einen Regisseur für den nächsten Teil seines Monsterverse gefunden.

Wie US-Branchenmedien berichten, wird Sputore, dessen Debütfilm „I Am Mother“ mit Hilary Swank, Clara Rugaard und Rose Byrne in den Hauptrollen 2019 in Sundance seine Weltpremiere gefeiert hatte, für Legendary ein Drehbuch von Dave Callaham („Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings“) inszenieren.

Legendarys Monsterverse startete 2014 mit „Godzilla“, gefolgt von „Kong: Skull Island“ 2017, „Godzilla: King of the Monsters“ 2019, „Godzilla vs. Kong...

Legendary’s Monsterverse has found a new master of disaster. The studio has tapped Grant Sputore to direct the next theatrical outing in the franchise following March’s Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.

Sputore came up from the world of commercials, and as a features director helmed the sci-fi movie I Am Mother, starring Hilary Swank. The film bowed at Sundance before hitting Netflix in 2019.

The new Monstervese feature is described as a continuation of the franchise centering Godzilla, Kong and an assortment of other Titans. The script comes from prolific genre scribe Dave Callaham, known for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

Sputore’s hiring follows news that Adam Wingard would not return after directing both the latest installment and Godzilla vs. Kong (2022). Upon the release of Godzilla x Kong, Wingard told The Hollywood Reporter he hoped to return for another film to complete a trilogy,...

Avengers, re-assemble!

Variety has reported that Shawn Levy, reliable director of “Night at the Museum,” “Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian,” and “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb” is “in the mix” to helm the next “Avengers” superhero team-up for Marvel. In late July, his promised-to-be-potty-mouthed R-rated “Deadpool & Wolverine” will hit theaters and, clearly, Marvel’s leader, Kevin Feige, liked what he saw.

Marvel is in desperate need of a course correction after some wobbly entries like “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” “The Marvels,” and “Thor: Love and Thunder.” There was once a time when the Marvel opening logo was enough to print money and create cultural resonance, but those days have begun to wane, due in part to a glut of Disney+ streaming shows and the fact that “Avengers: Endgame” really did seem like a nice place to end the story. The word “end...

Director Shawn Levy may be sticking around the Marvel Cinematic Universe a bit longer.

Levy, who helmed this summer’s “Deadpool and Wolverine,” is being eyed by Marvel — though it’s in very early stages — to direct the next “Avengers” movie.

Destin Daniel Cretton, who made 2021’s Marvel movie “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” was previously supposed to direct the fifth “Avengers” movie, but he backed out in November 2023. That movie, which is scheduled for May 1, 2026, also does not currently have a title. It was originally named “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty,” but lost that title after Jonathan Majors, who was cast as the time-traveling villain Kang the Conqueror, was convicted of assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend. After this untitled “Avengers” movie, the next will be “Avengers: Secret Wars,” set for May 7, 2027.

Levy’s “Deadpool and Wolverine,” which brings together the iconic superheroes played by Ryan Reynolds and...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is in dire need for rejuvenation. In an era where ‘superhero fatigue ‘ is the buzz word, if the MCU has to scale the peaks that it once did, it will have to undertake some herculean efforts. Creators will have to think out of the box while retaining the core that made the fans resonate with the movies. It is in this period that Simu Liu’s critically acclaimed Shang-Chi is all set to begin filming after a gargantuan delay in 2025. While some fans would be baffled, it doesn’t come as a shock to many. After all, this isn’t the most delayed MCU sequel out there.

A Shang-Chi sequel is in the pipelines

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings was very well-loved by the masses | Author – Marvel Studios Credit – Wikimedia Commons

The MCU has a stacked calendar for the upcoming decade. Kevin Feige...

Who's ready to start their midweek, Hump Day grind on a bit of a mixed note? The good news is that I'll never again use the phrase "Hump Day grind" because, frankly, that just sounds unbearably filthy. Okay, the real good news is that Warner Bros. Discovery and Legendary Pictures continue to be in the business of making money and remain intent on keeping their kaiju-sized MonsterVerse movies going. The bad news, unfortunately, is that the next installment will have to do so without the involvement of director and writer Adam Wingard.

For those who've enjoyed the franchise's pivot towards rampant silliness throughout both "Godzilla vs Kong" in 2021 and its sequel, "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire," it appears that the MonsterVerse must change course once again. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the filmmaker has mutually parted ways with the franchise and the hunt is now on for a new...

The Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF) is pleased to announce that one of Asia's most internationally acclaimed actors, Tony Leung, will serve as the President of the International Competition jury at the 37th TIFF.

TIFF Chairman Ando Hiroyasu expressed his delight that the renowned actor would be returning to TIFF again after last year's wonderful masterclass and screening. (See further comments below)

Tony Leung has an extensive list of awards throughout a career that began in the 1980s, and has gained international recognition for collaborations with director Wong Kar-wai, with whom he has worked on seven films including In the Mood for Love (2000), which earned him the Cannes Film Festival's Best Actor Award, and 2046 (2004). He also appeared in three films that won the Golden Lion award at the Venice Film Festival: A City of Sadness (1989), directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien, Cyclo (1995), directed by Tran Anh Hung, and Lust, Caution (2007) by director Ang Lee.

Hong Kong star Tony Leung is set to serve as president of the international competition jury at this year’s Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF).

The actor, who won best actor at Cannes in 2000 for his performance in Wong Kar-wai’s In The Mood For Love, will take part in the 37th edition, which runs from October 28 to November 6.

”From the age of 12, growing up in Hong Kong, I remember going to see all the classic Japanese movies from that time,” Leung recalled. ”These exciting trips to the cinema were the start of a great love affair between Japanese film,...

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings made a solid $432 million when it opened in 2021. While that may look like a disappointing number on paper, the box office was still struggling massively in the closing months of the Covid-19 pandemic. 

Regardless, with a 91% Rotten Tomatoes score, it remains one of Marvel Studios' best-reviewed Phase 4 titles and put Simu Liu on the map. Unfortunately, the character has been sidelined ever since and it's now been close to three years since we last saw Shang-Chi on our screens. 

Destin Daniel Cretton is expected to helm a sequel - rumoured to be titled Shang-Chi and the Wreckage of Time - after moving on from Avengers 5. However, he's currently busy working on Disney+'s Wonder Man series, leaving us to wonder just how much of a priority the Shang-Chi follow-up is. 

Appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to discuss his new Netflix movie,...

‘Queen Rock Montreal’ with IMAX Enhanced sound comes to Disney+ in May, followed by nearly 20 Marvel films that will incorporate the tecnology.

Disney+ wants to bring the power of IMAX to your home screens. The streamer has announced that starting May 15, it will begin offering select titles with IMAX Enhanced sound, a dynamic experience offering the highest fidelity for superior listening. The announcement marks Disney’s latest move to improve its streaming platform and is designed to get the company one step closer to becoming the “ultimate streaming destination” that company CEO Bob Iger believes Disney+ can be.

The “Queen Rock Montreal” concert movie will be the first to use IMAX Enhanced sound technology. Disney+ will also upgrade 18 Marvel films to work with IMAX Enhanced Sound. The sound experience can be enjoyed on a wide range of devices, including those manufactured by Sony, Hisense, Sharp, and more. Sign Up Now $7.99+ / month disneyplus.

While Marvel fans await the sole theatrical release of the year i.e. Deadpool & Wolverine, one particular film sequel has been on the minds of fans since the original’s success three years ago. Simu Liu’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings was a huge hit upon release and earned over $432 million amidst the global pandemic.

While a sequel was announced a while ago, there have been no updates regarding the film. Director Destin Daniel Cretton was previously attached to Avengers: Kang Dynasty before stepping down to concentrate on Shang-Chi 2. Despite there being no updates, actor Simu Liu recently mentioned that the sequel was definitely in the works.

Simu Liu Promises Fan That Sang-Chi 2 Is In The Works Simu Liu in Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

The Simu Liu starrer Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings was one of the...

Marvel Studios and Disney have several projects in the works, despite recent statements about scaling back due to mixed results. Among these projects is the sequel to ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.’ Development on the sequel began in December 2021, with director and writer Cretton and star Liu expected to return. Liu has expressed interest in further exploring his character’s journey and his role in the MCU.

However, as of July 2023, Liu was unsure about the sequel’s production timeline, mentioning it was scheduled for release after ‘Avengers: The Kang Dynasty,’ which had been pushed back to 2026 and renamed in the meantime.

Recently, there have been rumors circulating about the start of production for ‘Shang-Chi 2’ in 2025, but these are just rumors with no official confirmation. Marvel Studios hasn’t given much attention to the movie in their official announcements, especially with ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ nearing release and ‘Fantastic Four’ gaining unexpected attention.

Destin Daniel Cretton, the filmmaker who co-wrote and directed the Marvel Studios movie Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and who executive produced American Born Chinese for Disney+, has launched Hisako, a new multimedia production company.

Cretton will run the banner with Jeyun Munford, formerly an executive at Universal and Lionsgate, who will act as the company’s president, running both film and television arms.

With a focus on empowering filmmakers and creatives, one of Hisako’s mission statements is a commitment to transforming the film and television landscape by highlighting marginalized stories and pushing them into the mainstream. The company is founded on the underlying conviction that storytelling has the power to unite audiences worldwide through shared emotions and experiences.

One of the first projects out of the gate for Hisako will be the big-screen live-action take on Naruto, one of the most popular mangas of all time.

The clash of titans continues in “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,” the fifth film in the ongoing series of MonsterVerse movies that has rebooted the titular characters. This latest installment delves deeper into the mythology of King Kong’s world while offering up a literal feast of monster mayhem, buoyed by a cast of human characters that includes Dan Stevens and Rebecca Hall.

Here’s everything you need to know about where and how to watch “Godzilla x Kong.”

When does “Godzilla x Kong” come out?

The film premiered on Friday, March 29.

Is “Godzilla x Kong” in theaters or streaming?

Right now the film is only playing in theaters, so the only way to see it is to head to a movie theater. Check your local listings for tickets, but be warned they’re going fast – this thing is already lighting up the box office.

The Legendary/Warner Bros....

Naruto by Masashi Kishimoto is one of the most popular manga and anime franchises in history. One of the “Big Three” (alongside Bleach and One Piece), Naruto has been one of the most important titles in the history of animanga, which explains why it is so popular even now. And while fans can currently enjoy the Boruto sequel series, Lionsgate is seemingly bringing us a dash of nostalgia, as the studio has announced that it was working on a live-action movie based on the Naruto franchise. And while the project is still in the very early stages of production, this hasn’t stopped fans from expressing their casting wishes.

Namely, an online fan campaign has been launched for popular actress Sydney Sweeney to play Tsunade, one of the most popular characters in the whole series, in the upcoming live-action movie. Whether Sweeney is going to play anyone in the movie is unknown at this moment,...

Marvel Studios and Disney have several projects in development and production, despite recent statements indicating they will reduce the scale and output of their movies and shows due to mixed results in recent years. However, fans are eagerly anticipating certain projects, including the sequel to ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.’

Development on the sequel to ‘Shang-Chi’ began in December 2021, with director and writer Cretton and star Liu expected to return. Liu expressed interest in exploring his character’s journey with the Ten Rings and his role in the MCU. However, by July 2023, Liu was unsure about the sequel’s production timeline, mentioning it was planned for release after ‘Avengers: The Kang Dynasty,’ which had been postponed to 2026 and renamed. He anticipated more details would emerge soon.

We recently reported that filming for ‘Shang-Chi 2’ is set to start in 2025, and it’s anticipated that more details about the movie’s plot will emerge.

2021's "Godzilla vs. Kong" was one of the key movies that helped to save theaters as the industry was trying to recover from the pandemic. Now, the MonsterVerse returns with a new entry that is once again poised to give theaters a much-needed boost. "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" sees the two legendary monsters teaming up to tackle a new threat. What does that mean? Even more monsters! Three years later, moviegoers still appear to be eager to see these versions of these characters as the film is eyeing a strong debut at the box office over Easter weekend.

Director Adam Wingard's "Godzilla x Kong" is currently tracking to debut between $45 and $50 million over the holiday weekend, per Deadline. Unlike many holiday weekends, there is no Monday or Friday that the general public has off from work to help goose the numbers. Which means that, all things considered,...