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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...

SummaryNetflix announced Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, a new standalone sequel anime set in the same universe as Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and Cyberpunk: 2077Studio Trigger returns to helm the animation, but Bartosz Sztybor also reprises his role as showrunner and writerNetflix has officially announced the production of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, a new standalone anime series set in the gritty, dystopian universe of Cyberpunk 2077. Revealed during Anime Expo 2025, the sequel marks a return to Night City with a fresh 10-episode story described as a “raw chronicle of redemption and revenge”. While the first season followed the tragic arc of David Martinez, the new installment introduces an entirely new cast and narrative.Returning as writer and showrunner, Bartosz Sztybor of CD Projekt RED spoke abo...

SummaryAn official trailer for Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc has droppedThe film releases in Japan on September 19, then globally by Sony Pictures releases it in the U.S. and U.K. on October 29The official trailer for Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc has dropped, offering fans a glimpse into the much-anticipated cinematic continuation of the anime.Produced by MAPPA and directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara, the film adapts the explosive “Bomb Girl” arc from Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga, continuing the story from where season one left off. The trailer teases a dramatic shift in tone, blending high-stakes action with emotional tension as Denji encounters Reze, a mysterious café worker whose presence upends his world.The trailer also revealed a new theme song, “IRIS OUT,” produced and performed by...

SummaryAmazon Prime Video dropped the first teaser trailer for prequel series The Terminal List: Dark WolfThe series follows the origins of the intense bond between James Reece and Ben Edwards and sees Chris Pratt and Taylor Kitsch reprise their rolesThe first three episodes premiere on August 27Fans of high-stakes military thrillers are in for a treat as Amazon Prime Video has just dropped the explosive first teaser trailer for The Terminal List: Dark Wolf. This highly anticipated prequel series, which dives into the origins of the intense bond between James Reece and Ben Edwards, sees Chris Pratt and Taylor Kitsch reprise their roles, setting the stage for a new chapter of relentless action and covert operations.The teaser immediately transports viewers back to a crucial period before th...

SummaryNeil Druckmann, The Last of Us series co-creator, is exiting after Season 2He will now focus fully on Naughty Dog's future games, including Intergalactic: The Heretic ProphetCo-writer Halley Gross also announced her departure, thanking the cast and crewNeil Druckmann is exiting HBO's The Last of Us series adaptation.The co-creator announced the news via the Naughty Dog Instagram account. “I’ve made the difficult decision to step away from my creative involvement in The Last of Us on HBO,” he wrote in a lengthy statement. “With work completed on season 2 and before any meaningful work starts on season 3, now is the right time for me to transition my complete focus to Naughty Dog and its future projects, including writing and directing our exciting next game, Intergalactic: The Hereti...

SummaryThe Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026 includes a diverse group of major talents such as Miley Cyrus, Timothée Chalamet, Demi Moore and Shaquille O’NealHonorees span Motion Pictures (e.g., Emily Blunt, Rami Malek), Recordings (e.g., Angélique Kidjo), Television (e.g., Gordon Ramsay), and Sports Entertainment (Shaquille O’Neal)Dolly Parton will also receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian AwardThe Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has unveiled its highly anticipated Class of 2026 for the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a diverse lineup of 35 individuals set to receive their stars on the iconic boulevard. This year's honorees include a mix of multi-generational talents who have left indelible marks on their respective industries.In the Motion Pictures category, a powerful roster of actors is set...