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SummaryThird Dune film officially titled Dune: Part Three, releasing December 18, 2026Story picks up 12 years after Part Two; Chalamet, Zendaya, Pugh, Momoa returnDirector Denis Villeneuve confirms this as his last Dune saga movieThe highly anticipated third installment in Denis Villeneuve's epic Dune saga finally has its official title -- Dune: Part Three. This confirmation, which comes as a slight surprise to many fans who anticipated the film would adopt the title of Frank Herbert's second novel, Dune: Messiah, solidifies the naming convention established by the first two critically acclaimed films. The movie is slated for release at the end of next year.While the film is indeed set to adapt the events of Herbert's 1969 novel Dune Messiah, director Villeneuve and Warner Bros. have opted...

SummarySeason 4 of Ryan Murphy's Netflix series Monster will reportedly focus on Lizzie Borden, accused of 1892 axe murdersProduction is rumored to begin this fall, though Netflix hasn't officially announced the season or castThis follows previous seasons focusing on Jeffrey Dahmer and the Menendez Brothers, with Ed Gein's season 3 due this yearSeason 4 of Ryan Murphy's Netflix series Monster will reportedly focus on Lizzie Borden, the suspect of the 1892 axe murders of her father and stepmother.Sources tell Variety that Murphy and his team are currently preparing to possibly begin shooting this fall, however neither the creator nor the streamer have announced a fourth season. No additional information, including a possible cast and release date, have been announced.Borden was tried and ac...

SummarySquid Game 3 sets record, achieving Netflix's  best 10-day viewership ever with 106.3 million viewsThis figure signifies a huge number of households fully consumed the season quicklyThe highly anticipated final chapter of Netflix's global juggernaut, Squid Game 3, has wasted no time cementing its legacy. The series has officially achieved Netflix's best 10-day viewership ever, logging an astonishing 106.3 million views in just over a week since its June 27th premiere. This unprecedented performance underscores the enduring power of the Korean thriller and its unparalleled ability to captivate a global audience.The 106.3 million views within its first 10 days signifies not only a massive immediate impact but also a significant jump from previous records. For context, Netflix calculat...

SummaryNetflix unveiled the official teaser trailer for Alice in Borderland Season 3Arisu and Usagi return to the Borderland after mysterious events disrupt their peaceful lifeThe series is set to premiere worldwide on September 25, 2025Netflix has unveiled the official teaser for Alice in Borderland Season 3, offering fans a cryptic first look into the next chapter of the survival thriller series.The teaser immediately draws viewers back into the lives of protagonists Arisu and Usagi, who, after seemingly clearing all the deadly games in the previous season, have returned to the real world. Their memories of past games have faded, but haunting visions and a mysterious disappearance pull them back into danger. The teaser introduces the Joker card, the final piece in the game’s deck, hintin...

SummaryGachiakuta will air 24 episodes over six months without breaks, ending December 14Produced by bones film, the anime follows Rudo, a boy exiled into a dystopian wastelandCurrently streaming globally via Crunchyroll and Netflix with weekly episodesThe Gachiakuta anime is confirmed to air uninterrupted for six months. The continuous run will span two consecutive cours, totaling 24 episodes and is scheduled to run until December 14. This announcement, made shortly after the series premiered over the weekend, has been met with enthusiasm from fans eager for consistent weekly episodes.Produced by the acclaimed studio bones film, known for its high-octane action and animation quality in titles like My Hero Academia, Gachiakuta brings to life Kei Urana's dark fantasy manga. The anime, direc...

SummaryNintendo has confirmed it is actively working on "various other projects" for film and TVThe company is expanding its intellectual property beyond the already announced Super Mario Bros. Movie sequel and The Legend of Zelda filmBuilding on the monumental success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and the highly anticipated upcoming The Legend of Zelda film, Nintendo has officially confirmed that it is actively working on "various other projects" in the visual media space. This announcement, made by Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa, signals a significant expansion of the company's strategy to leverage its vast intellectual property beyond traditional video game platformsPresident Furukawa  revealed at an AGM Q&A that Nintendo is taking a deeply "proactive approach" to these adapt...

SummaryJon M. Chu has been confirmed to direct the upcoming Hot Wheels live-action filmThe film is set to be produced by Warner Bros. and MattelChu is coming off the success of the Wicked films, with the sequel on the way later this yearThe iconic miniature vehicles of Hot Wheels are officially racing to the big screen, with Warner Bros. and Mattel, Inc. announcing that acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu is set to direct the live-action feature film. This high-profile appointment brings a director celebrated for visually spectacular and emotionally resonant storytelling to one of the world's best-selling toy brands.Chu, fresh from helming the highly anticipated Wicked movies, will take the driver's seat, bringing his proven ability to craft "rich, elaborate worlds with a distinct point of view...

SummaryMarvel Studios released a new clip from The Fantastic Four: First Steps, revealing Reed and Sue's pregnancyThe clip highlights the team's family dynamic during a Sunday dinnerThe film, starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, hits theaters July 25Marvel Studios debuted a brand new clip from the highly-anticipated The Fantastic Four: First Steps.The one-and-a-half-minute clip offers a closer look at the First Family's dynamic as they prepare for their weekly Sunday dinner. Like a good older brother figure, Ben/The Thing tells off Johnny for eating cereals right before dinner, reminding him that it'll ruin his appetite. H.E.R.B.I.E, their robot companion, rings the bell to signify that dinner is ready, but Sue and Reed arrive just a few seconds late.T...

SummaryDaemons of the Shadow Realm anime adaptation is confirmed by Crunchyrollbones film produces, reuniting with Fullmetal Alchemist creator Hiromu ArakawaThe story follows twins Yuru and Asa in a supernatural fantasy worldDaemons of the Shadow Realm, a popular manga by Fullmetal Alchemist's Hiromu Arakawa, is getting an anime adaptation. The news was first announced alongside other anime titles by Crunchyroll during the Industry Panel at Anime Expo 2025. An official teaser trailer was also revealed, confirming production by bones film -- the acclaimed studio behind Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. This marks a highly anticipated reunion between Arakawa and bones, whose previous collaboration is widely regarded as one of the most iconic anime series of all time.Studio president Masahiko...

SummaryScarlett Johansson has become the highest-grossing actor of all time at the global box office, surpassing Samuel L. Jackson and Robert Downey Jr.Her new film, Jurassic World Rebirth significantly contributed to her career total of $14.8 billion USDScarlett Johansson has officially made cinematic history, becoming the highest-grossing actor of all time at the global box office. This monumental achievement, driven significantly by the massive opening of her new film, Jurassic World Rebirth, sees her surpass fellow Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) giants, including Samuel L. Jackson and Robert Downey Jr., to claim the top spot.Johansson's role as Zora Bennett in Jurassic World Rebirth provided the final push, adding to a career total that now stands at an astonishing $14.8 billion USD i...

SummaryJurassic World Rebirth commanded the July Fourth holiday weekend, grossing $147.3 million USD in its first five days It remains at the North American box office's top spotDespite mixed critical reviews (51% RT critics), the film garnered strong audience approvalUniversal Pictures' highly anticipated Jurassic World Rebirth has roared to a commanding $147.3 million USD in its first five days at the North American box office, dominating the extended July Fourth holiday weekend. Opening on Wednesday, July 2nd, the film quickly established itself as a formidable summer hit, securing the top spot.Beyond its strong domestic performance, the film saw a significant global launch, contributing to a massive $318.3 million USD worldwide total in its initial five days. International markets adde...

SummaryCrunchyroll premiered the first trailer for Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2 at Anime Expo 2025Season 2 will stream globally in tandem with the Japan release, starting January 2026Crunchyroll has unveiled the official trailer for Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2. The announcement was made during a special panel at Anime Expo 2025, which also marked the trailer's global premiere. Set to simulcast from Japan, the new season continues the journey of the immortal elven mage Frieren as she navigates a world shaped by memory, loss and quiet introspection. The announcement also confirmed Crunchyroll’s acquisition of worldwide streaming rights, excluding Asia but including India and the Indian Subcontinent.The panel featured key creative voices behind the series, including produ...