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CEO David Zaslav of Warner Bros. Discovery is set to put a long-awaited idea into action later this week. The media titan is combining the scripted entertainment library of HBO Max with Discovery's reality and unscripted series, all into one new platform, "MAX." The goal is to better compete with other streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney Plus.The long-awaited MAX streaming service is set to feature a technological upgrade and other TV series and film announcements. Years in the making, the New York Times reports that the new streaming service combines classic HBO series like Succession and The Sopranos with Discovery series like Fixer Upper, all into one platform. According to Chief Financial Officer of Warner Bros. Discoery, Gunnar Wiedenfels said that the service is "one of our b...

Fans of Timothée Chalamet will have the opportunity to hear the actor sing in his highly-anticipated role in the  Bob Dylan biopic.Director James Mangold will be helming the film centered on the early years of Dylan’s career in New York. Mangold recently revealed in an interview with Collider that the biopic would likely start filming in August of this year. Asked if Chalamet would be singing during scenes of Dylan performing, Mangold told the publication, "Of course!"The Bob Dylan biopic was first announced over three years ago in January 2020. Chalamet will be starring alongside a cast that includes Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and Joan Baez.Mangold is also working on the fifth and final Indiana Jones installment, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, which will arrive in theaters on June...

It is without question that Marvel Studios is a movie engine. Now the teaser trailer for one of its newest titles, The Marvels, has been released – offering a closer look at what's to come from the woman-led film.Starring Brie Larson as Carol Danvers a.k.a Captain Marvel, Teyonah Parris as Monica Rambeau and Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan a.k.a. Ms. Marvel, the film follows the uniting of the three superheroes as they begin swapping places every time they use their powers. What also stands out about the forthcoming title is it serves as the sequel to Marvel Studios' 2019 film, Captain Marvel.Alongside the aforementioned, the film stars Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury, Lashana Lynch as Maria Rambeau, Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie and more. Take a look at the teaser trailer above.The Marvels is set...

Kim Kardashian will star in the 12th season of FX's American Horror Story, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The multi-hyphenate pop cultural star will take a stab at acting in the Ryan Murphy-created series with a role written specifically for her. Kardashian will join Emma Roberts in the season, which will be written and showrun by Halley Feiffer.“Kim is among the biggest and brightest television stars in the world and we are thrilled to welcome her to the AHS family,” Murphy told the outlet. “Emma and I are excited about collaborating with this true force in the culture. Halley Feiffer has written a fun, stylish and ultimately terrifying role especially for Kim, and this season is ambitious and unlike anything we have ever done.”Murphy was reportedly impressed with Kardashian's Satur...

Following up on 2021's ambitious animated series Star Wars: Visions that featured seven Japanese anime studios venturing into the world of Star Wars for the first time, a second volume has been prepared.This time around, Lucasfilm has gone global with the inclusion of nine animation companies from various countries throughout the world. In its official trailer, scenes see each studios' unique form of artistic expression come to life. Its stories involve captivating duels, highlight countless species and explore never-before-seen regions.El Guiri (Spain) - "Sith"Cartoon Saloon (Ireland) - "Screecher's Reach"Punkrobot (Chile) - "In the Stars"Aardman (United Kingdom) - "I Am Your Mother"Studio Mir (South Korea) - "Journey to the Dark Head"Studio La Cachette (France) - "The Spy Dancer"88 Pictu...

The Folio Society has revealed a new collector's edition Casino Royale book.The new piece from the London-based publisher celebrates 70 years of the renowned, Casino Royale, from British author and journalist, Ian Fleming. Limited to 750 pieces, the anniversary piece comes in blocked leather with silver, metallic red and black foils. Additionally, the book is illustrated by artist, Fay Dalton, who has signed each of the copies.Alongside the story, the special edition title includes nine full-color illustrations and seven black-and-white illustrations. Take a look at the book in the gallery above.Priced at $725 USD, The Folio Society's Casino Royale collector's edition book is available now for pre-order.In other news, Disney+ releases the trailer for Ahsoka. Click here to view full ga...

According to Billy McFarland, Fyre Festival is gearing up to make its return. Yesterday, the entrepreneur took to Twitter to say, "Fyre Festival II is finally happening. Tell me why you should be invited."McFarland is notorious for advertising Fyre Festival in 2017 alongside his then-partner Ja Rule as a luxury music festival on Pablo Escobar's former private island in the Bahamas. It was promoted by high-profile celebrities and influencers such as Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid and Emily Ratajkowski with an orange square on social media and reportedly had artists like Migos, Lil Yachty, Pusha T, Blink-182 and more booked to perform, but once attendees arrived, they were greeted with emergency relief tents for lodging, soaked mattresses and styrofoam lunch plates that contained all but cheese...

With its recent April 5 release, The Super Mario Bros. Movie has already smashed box office records to become the highest-grossing video game film.Thus far, the video game film has grossed $204.6 million USD domestically and $377 million USD globally, which passes Sonic the Hedgehog 2, which previously held the record for the highest video game movie opening weekend with $141 million USD. The celebrated Nintendo title comes to life with the voices of Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Anya Taylor-Joy, Jack Black, Keegan-Michael Key, Seth Rogen and more.Perhaps the key to the movie's success thus far is its attraction for a wide array of ages – including families and longtime lovers of the video game characters. In case you missed it, check out the new movie, which is out now in theaters worldwide.I...

On the fourth day of the Star Wars Celebration 2023 event in London, Lucasfilm revealed that Disney's Star Wars: The Bad Batch series will return for a third and final season. The title, which centers on the Clone Wars, follows a legion of experimental, skilled clone troopers who escape their army groups to establish their own mercenary units.During a panel, led by executive producers Brad Rau, Jennifer Corbett and Athena Portillo, an in-room trailer provided a first look at what to expect from the forthcoming installment.In it, Emperor Palpatine (voiced by Ian McDiarmid) visits Dr. Royce Hemlock (Jimmi Simpson), the leader of the Empire's clone division, on Mount Tantiss. “It is imperative that this facility remain secure,” Palpatine says. “Your brilliance is a great asset to this Empire....

Jeremy Renner speaks with Diane Sawyer in his first post, a near-fatal snowplow accident interview, detailing his brutal injuries and exactly what happened.Sitting down with Sawyer, audiences can see the Marvel star starts out the interview by welcoming Sawyer into his home and telling her that he "just got upright yesterday." At the time of the interview, it had only been 10 weeks since he was run over by his 14,000 lbs snow plow. Renner recalls the incident and how he tried to get back in the driver's seat of the rolling vehicle, as it moved towards hitting his nephew. The accident occurred at his Nevada property, leaving him with 30 broken bones, including eight ribs, his right shoulder and knee, as well as a pierced liver and a collapsed lung. At first, Renner was skeptical as to how h...