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Benedict Cumberbatch Set to Star in New Netflix Limited Series ‘Eric’

Benedict Cumberbatch is reportedly in talks to star in the new Netflix limited series, Eric. Variety was first to report the news. The six-episode series was originally announced back in November 2021 and is slated to be set in 1980s New York. Cumberbatch is expected to star in the lead role as Vincent Sullivan, the lead puppet maker and puppeteer of America’s most popular children’s show. However, the storyline takes a turn when he finds himself homeless due to substance addiction. Vincent’s only companion is his seven-foot blue puppet named Eric, who takes Vincent on a journey to find his son. The series is executive produced by Abi Morgan, who has had writing credits for the Emmy-winning series, The Hour and The Iron Lady. In the past, Cumberbatch has played many lead roles in limited s...

Orlando Bloom and David Harbour Share Sneak Peek of Live-Action ‘Gran Turismo’ Movie

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Dave Bautista Is Relieved to Exit Marvel, Admitting That Playing “Silly” Drax “Wasn’t All Pleasant”

Dave Bautista is ready to move on from Drax the Destroyer and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In a recent interview with GQ, the action star who has long been most recognized for his role as Drax in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, wants to reach into his more dramatic persona. Bautista’s next project is the highly anticipated M. Night Shyamalan thriller, Knock at the Cabin. When catching up with GQ, he explained in depth why he was ready to move on from the role that made him so recognizable. After nearly a decade and seven different Marvel projects, Bautista wants to leave Drax behind and start a new chapter. He said, that he is “so grateful for Drax,” he also admits that “there’s a relief [that it’s over]. He explains, “It wasn’t all pleasant. It was hard playing that role. T...

’Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” Gets Disney+ Debut Date

After releasing in theaters on November 11, 2022, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has now received its streaming debut date on Disney+. The highly acclaimed sequel is set to land on the platform on Wednesday, February 1, which is also the first day of Black History Month. Upon its release, the film topped the domestic box office for several consecutive weeks and has now grossed over $820 million USD globally. The impressive numbers are complimented by the movie’s $250 million USD budget. To celebrate the film making its way to Disney’s streaming service, Proximity Media, Marvel Studios and Marvel Entertainment released “Wakanda Forever: The Official Black Panther Podcast.” The six-episode podcast chronicles the film’s creation journey with the first episode available now on Apple Podcasts, ...

New U.S. Congressman Robert Garcia Swore His Oath of Office On ‘Superman’ #1

“Look! Up on Capitol Hill! It’s a bird … it’s a plane … it’s … a newly-elected US Senator swearing his oath of office on a rare copy of Superman #1?” That’s not quite how the classic saying from the Superman comic books and radio program goes, but it’s applicable nonetheless as newly elected member of U.S. Congress Robert Garcia was recently sworn into office with a copy of the very first Superman comic book (plucked from the Library of Congress) under the U.S. Consitution. Joining the comic for Garcia’s swearing-in were a photo of his parents, who passed away from COVID-19, and a copy of his citizenship certificate. Will be proudly sworn-in to Congress on the U.S. Constitution. Underneath the Constitution will be 3 items that mean a lot to me personally. A photo of my parents who I lost t...

Upcoming ‘MF Ghost’ Anime Receives New Trailer

After delivering a teaser revealing a new Eurobeat soundtrack, the official website for the upcoming MF Ghost anime has now delivered a new trailer for the adaptation of Shuuichi Shigeno‘s Initial D manga. Serving as the third promotional trailer for the anime, the release is accompanied by a new main visual and list of both the cast and staff involved in the project. The new trailer for the MF Ghost anime sets the scene for the series while going through the key characters to be explored in the first season. Most notably offering a look at the backstory of protagonist Kanata Katagiri (Kanata Livington) and teasing the appearance of beloved Initial D characters. Following the manga, Ryosuke and Keisuke Takahashi will play a major part in the MFG with their “Dream Project” initiative, along...

Al Pacino and Logan Lerman Track Down Hitler in South America in ‘Hunters’ Season Two Trailer

Amazon Studios, Monkeypaw Productions and Halycon Studios have unveiled the official trailer for Hunters season two. The final season will see the Hunters — Meyer Offerman (Al Pacino), Jonah Heidelbaum (Logan Lerman), Lonny Flash (Josh Radnor), Roxy Jones (Tiffany Boone), Mindy Markowitz (Carol Kane), Joe Mizushima (Louis Ozawa) and Sister Harriet (Kate Mulvany) — along with new team member Jennifer Jason Leigh travel to South America after finding out that Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun are alive and have been in hiding. The Hunters must then foil their plans of creating a Fourth Reich in the United States and put an end to Hitler once and for all — no matter how violent. Also returning in season two are Jerrika Hinton as FBI agent Millie Morris, Lena Olin as Eva Braun/The Colonel and Gr...

Aaron Taylor-Johnson Meets With ‘James Bond’ Producers, Emerges as Front Runner To Be Next 007

A new James Bond is upon us and it’s looking to be Aaron Taylor-Johnson. The 32-year-old British actor was first rumored late last year to play the titular role of the legendary 007 spy. Matthew Belloni of Puck News has recently reported that Taylor-Johnson has “sat with [Bond] producer Barbara Broccoli, and the meeting went well.” Belloni has also said that Taylor-Johnson appears to fit the mold perfectly for the role. Belloni says he is a “great actor, British, fits the younger direction the Broccolis want to go, accomplished but not particularly famous.” In an interview with Deadline over the summer, Broccoli said that it would be “at least two years” before the new Bond film will begin production. She added, “We’re working out where to go with him, we’re talking that through.” Broccoli...

Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle Announce 2023 Co-Headlining Tour Dates

Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle have unveiled a series of 2023 dates for their co-headlining tour. Two comedians are set to hit the road in late January for a five-date engagement, starting in Oklahoma City on January 20 followed by shows in St. Louis on January 22, Memphis on January 23 and birmingham on January 25 before closing it out in North Charleston on January 27. This serves as an extension of their nine-date tour that took place in early to mid-December 2021 where they performed in the California and Arizona areas, namely San Diego, Phoenix, Anaheim, San Jose, San Francisco, Sacramento and Thousand Palms. Check out the list of dates below. Tickets go on sale on January 6 via Ticketmaster. Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle 2023 Tour Dates 01/20 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Paycom Center01/22 –...

‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’ Becomes Netflix’s Third Most-Watched Movie

Rian Johnson’s Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery has become Netflix’s third most-watched movie based on hours viewed in its first 10 days. Between December 26 and January 1, the film accumulated 127 million hours watched. Following its release on December 23, which raked in 82.1 million hours viewed, Glass Onion has accumulated a total of 209.4 million hours viewed, placing it behind Red Notice (364.02 million hours viewed) and Don’t Look Up (359.79 million hours viewed). The mystery film is the No. 1 English-language title on the Top 10, and it currently holds the No. 10 slot on the Most Popular Films list. For the latter ranking, Netflix measures a movie’s success based on its performance in the first 28 days of viewing, so Glass Onion still has quite some t...

Jeremy Renner Gives Fans an Update After Snowplow Accident

Following the news that Marvel star Jeremy Renner was in “critical but stable” condition after a weather-related accident, the actor took to Instagram to give his fans and peers an update. In a statement from his reps, they confirmed that Renner suffered from “blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries and has undergone surgery” on January 2, 2023. Renner was involved in a “weather-related accident while plowing snow” on New York’s Day. Renner shared a photo on Instagram with an accompanying message to thank his fans for the support. He stated, “Thank you all for your kind words. Im too messed up now to type. But I send love to you all.” The Washoe Count Sheriff’s Office held a press conference to clarify details of the accident. The police department received a call at 8:55 a.m. on New Ye...

Jeremy Renner in “Critical But Stable” Condition Following Surgery From Weather-Related Accident

Jeremy Runner has undergone surgery following his weather-related accident and is currently in “critical but stable” condition. The actor’s representatives shared a statement to Deadline confirming the news, “We can confirm that Jeremy has suffered blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries and has undergone surgery today, January 2nd 2023. He has returned from surgery and remains in the intensive care unit in critical but stable condition.” They added, “Jeremy’s family would like to express their gratitude to the incredible doctors and nurses looking after him, Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue, Washoe County Sheriff, Reno City Mayor Hillary Schieve and the Carano and Murdock families. They are also tremendously overwhelmed and appreciative of the outpouring of love and support from his fan...