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Steven Spielberg returns to the skies with Disclosure Day, a science-fiction thriller that mixes UFO mystery, government secrecy, human fear, and Spielberg’s lifelong fascination with what might be waiting beyond Earth. This is not just a movie about aliens. It is a movie about truth, fear, control, and whether humanity is emotionally prepared to learn that we are not alone. The story follows Daniel Kellner, played by Josh O’Connor, a young cybersecurity expert who becomes a

After years of rumors, delays, and speculation, The Batman Part II finally appears to be moving closer to production. The highly anticipated sequel to Matt Reeves’ 2022 film has been the subject of constant headlines, especially when it comes to possible casting updates. But one thing has remained unclear: when filming would actually begin. Now, thanks to Colin Farrell, fans finally have a promising update. The Batman Part II Could Begin Filming Very Soon Farrell, who plays O

Toy Story 5 will bring audiences back together with Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the rest of the beloved gang for another adventure in the world of toys. As Pixar continues one of its most successful franchises, the upcoming sequel has a major challenge ahead: living up to the legacy of the films that came before it. While Toy Story 5 has the potential to tell a fresh and meaningful story, it also has some very big cowboy boots to fill. Pixar is known for strong storytelling, e

Following Monday's first official look at Lex Luthor's warsuit in Man of Tomorrow, we have a new, less official look at Superman's costume in the superhero sequel. Video from Man of Tomorrow's production shows David Corenswet in action and in a new Superman suit. The suit also seems to fit more snugly than it did in Superman and may be made from thicker material. It brings to mind Jim Lee's New 52 era Superman Kryptonian armor design, though Superman's trunks are still clearl

I saw Masters of the Universe on Thursday with my son, and I have to admit—I went in with pretty low expectations. After years of delays and mixed reactions to past adaptations, I wasn't sure what to expect. Thankfully, the movie ended up being one of the biggest surprises of 2026. The best way to describe it is nonstop fun. From the opening scenes, the film embraces everything fans love about the franchise. Eternia feels alive, colorful, adventurous, and faithful to the clas

Zack Snyder's next movie is officially set. The Justice League director is poised to reimagine John Carpenter's 1981 independent sci-fi classic Escape from New York for a new generation. Snyder is signed on to both write and direct the remake of the movie that helped make Kurt Russell a star with his performance as the antihero Snake Plisskin. Zack Snyder's next movie is officially set. The Justice League director is poised to reimagine John Carpenter's 1981 independent sci-f

Filmmaker Travis Knight has experience with big franchises after helming the successful Transformers spinoff Bumblebee in 2018. Now, he could be starting his own franchise with Masters of the Universe. Speaking to CBR's Grae Drake, Knight confirmed that he already has ideas of how he could expand the franchise. So far, Amazon MGM Studios has only confirmed one film, which hits theaters on June 5. The director highlighted that Masters of the Universe can be a standalone, but h

Star Wars is finally back on the big screen — but the big question is: does The Mandalorian and Grogu feel like a movie, or just a bigger episode of the Disney+ series? For many fans, this movie already has emotional value because it marks the first new theatrical Star Wars film since The Rise of Skywalker in 2019. Officially, The Mandalorian and Grogu opens in theaters on May 22, 2026, directed by Jon Favreau and filmed for IMAX, with Pedro Pascal returning as Din Djarin, Si

Milly Alcock will remain a major part of the DC Universe after Supergirl. The actor's next appearance in the shared universe has just been revealed. Variety's cover story interview with Alcock revealed that the actor would be heading to Atlanta soon to begin filming Man of Tomorrow. "She’s a major part of what we’re doing," teased DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran. Man of Tomorrow will mark Alcock's third appearance in the DCU, after Superman and Supergirl. Supergirl Flies Back

Business is about to pick the hell up for everyone's Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man when Spider-Man: Brand New Day arrives in late July, and the latest tease from Sony and Marvel confirms exactly that. Tom Holland and director Destin Daniel Cretton are hoping to blow everyone's minds with Peter Parker's return to street-level warfare in the fourth installment, tons of CGI giving way to actual practical stunts. On May 14, the two gave the world a sneak peek into the opening

A third Hocus Pocus movie is officially in the works at Disney. The news comes four years after the release of Hocus Pocus 2 on Disney+, and 33 years after the original film first debuted in theaters. Hocus Pocus 3 has officially entered early development from Disney Live Action Studios, per Deadline. Also revealed is that the threequel will bring back all three Sanderson sisters, with the roles reprised by franchise stars Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy.

Hulu is inviting King of the Hill fans back to Arlen. After the hit animated series returned with new episodes last year, it's now been given an official premiere date for its next season. King of the Hill is officially set to return to Hulu on July 20, 2026, about one year after the series was revived. This will mark the 15th season overall, and the second season of the revival. All 10 episodes of Season 15 will be released simultaneously, giving fans the chance to binge-wat

Tom Cruise finally seems to be on board for one more time loop. According to information in Production Weekly, the sequel to Cruise and Emily Blunt's criminally underseen sci-fi action movie Edge of Tomorrowwill finally film this fall after a 12-year wait. While this is good news for fans of Edge of Tomorrow, don't get overly excited yet. Production Weekly has been known to put out incorrect information in the past, and there's been no official announcement about the producti

The Harry Potter books are being adapted as a television series for HBO. With the goal to adapt one book a season, they will have more time to flesh out the characters and expand the universe. In a new interview with Variety, new Draco Malfoy actor Lox Pratt revealed how he changes the iconic villain. In the eight Harry Potter films, the character was perfectly played by Tom Felton. The actor is universally beloved, so his take on Draco Malfoy ended with the character being m

The Spider-Man mythos took on a new meaning when the Spider-Verse was established, introducing a new version of the beloved wall-crawler and integrating past iterations such as Spider-Man Noir, a grittier version of the hero set in the 1930s. With Prime Video's new Spider-Noir series set to introduce a version more akin to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, it also introduces new changes to his powers. The biggest change for the hero comes in the use of his webs, a topic that

It shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone that Universal's new biopic Michael, about King of Pop Michael Jackson, is popular. Although critics gave it a disappointing score, the biopic is already thrilling the audience. Michael premiered with a 27% approval score from the critics. As it hit theaters, it received more reviews, and it went up to a still-disappointing 39% score. However, audiences disagreed, giving it a near-perfect score. At the same time, the early enthusiasm

The Last Starfighter Finally Gets a Sequel — But Not Where You Expect For decades, fans of the 1984 cult classic The Last Starfighter have been asking the same question: Will there ever be a sequel? Now, after years of rumors, stalled projects, and hopeful speculation, the answer is finally yes—but it may not be what longtime fans were expecting. A Sequel Is Officially Happening At long last, The Last Starfighter universe is expanding. A new sequel has been confirmed, picking

The marketing for the DC Universe 's third film has officially begun. The first look at Clayface , which arrives in theaters later this year, has been shared online by DC Studios and James Gunn. After debuting the first trailer for Clayface at CinemaCon last week, the official Instagram account for the DCU movie has begun sharing in-universe magazine covers. The first, released on Monday, shows Tom Rhys Harries' Matt Hagen on the cover of an entertainment magazine, with the

Next month, Star Wars is back on the big screen with the theatrical premiere of The Mandalorian and Grogu on May 22. Ahead of the film's arrival, Burger King is introducing a new menu inspired by the film, bringing Star Wars back to the restaurant after two decades. The promotion will appropriately launch on May the Fourth (May 4), with participating Burger King locations in the United States offering limited-time items while supplies last. This includes themed foods in The

Michael aims big—really big. It’s not just a biopic; it’s an attempt to capture the mythology, genius, and contradictions of Michael Jackson. At its best, it delivers electrifying performance sequences and a convincing central portrayal. At its weakest, it struggles under the weight of its subject. FONSECA's Thoughts: This is a film about presence —not just a person. When it lets the music and movement speak, it’s powerful. When it tries to explain everything, it loses some