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HBO Max Orders Three-Part Documentary Series on DC Comics

HBO Max has announced an upcoming documentary series focusing on DC. The three-part docuseries will take “an unprecedented look at the enduring and influential legacy of DC, allowing fans to rediscover the universe of characters, as well as the iconic comic book company’s origins, its evolution and its nearly nine-decade cultural impact across every artistic medium.” Leslie Iwerks and Mark Catalena will serve as co-directors as well as executive producers alongside Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, David Madden, Rachael Jerahian and Jonathan Gabay. “DC has a rich legacy of over 80 years of iconic storytelling: from the introduction of the genre defining Super Hero Superman in 1938 to the amazing movies, TV shows, cartoons, games and comics which have been synonymous with superheroism fo...

Rhode Island House That Inspired ‘The Conjuring’ Goes on Sale for $1.2 Million USD

The Rhode Island home that inspired the events of James Wan’s The Conjuring is on the real estate market for $1.2 million USD. Located on eight acres at 1677 Round Top Road in Burrillville, Rhode Island, the property is a farmhouse that boasts 3,000 square feet, three bedrooms and one and one-half bathrooms. In 1971, late paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren claimed that the farmhouse — owned by the Perron family at the time — was being haunted by a witch named Bathsheba Sherman, who died in the 19th century and cursed the land. “1677 Round Top Road is a property with such a fascinating background, and we are pleased to have listed this interesting home,” Ray Mott, broker and co-owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty, said in a press release. Judy Chace, a...

‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’ Receives New Character Posters

Before the action kicks off two weeks from now, Sony Pictures reveals four new character posters giving fans a little extra to think about ahead of Marvel‘s Venom 2 premiere. While the blood-red Carnage/Kasady played by Woody Harrelson, Venom/Eddie Brock starring Tom Hardy, and Shriek played by Naomie Harris were revealed in the official trailer. The new character posters offer a new development. Michelle Williams‘ poster hints at a She-Venom silhouette, further validated by an Instagram caption that reads “She’s back in black” as seen below. The comic book adaptation has seen six release date changes due to uncertain circumstances, so the posters also serve as reassurance for the expecting fans. Earlier this month, the movie’s test screening yielded a strongly positive response with an em...

‘Fantastic Beasts 3’ Now Has an Official Title

The third movie of Harry Potter‘s spin-off series Fantastic Beasts has announced a release date and the title Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore. Like the two previous films in the series, the movie is written by J.K Rowling and directed by David Yates. Due to alleged domestic violence accusations, Johnny Depp has been removed from the series and his Grindelwald character has been taken up by Mads Mikkelsen. The move is highly controversial, and many Depp fans have expressed their outrage over social media. SPOILER ALERT: For a quick refresher, the previous film The Crimes of Grindelwald left off with a shocking reveal that Credence Barebone, who is now working with the antagonist Grindelwald, is actually Dumbledore’s long-lost brother. Fantastic Beasts 3 will surely offer fa...

Everything Coming to and Leaving HBO Max in October 2021

As September 2021 closes out, HBO Max has unveiled its slate of programming for October. Next month’s list is led by both the theatrical and HBO Max premieres of Dune and The Many Saints of Newark, which arrive in theaters and on the streaming service on the same day. Subscribers can also look forward to the highly-anticipated new seasons of Succession, Curb Your Enthusiasm and Insecure. Meanwhile, October will be the last month to catch titles like The Hangover III, Final Destination and more. Take a look at the full list of titles coming to and leaving HBO Max in October 2021. EXACT DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED: Curb Your Enthusiasm, Season 11 Premiere (HBO) Originally debuting on HBO in 2001 and presenting 100 episodes to date, the series stars “Seinfeld” co-creator Larry David as an over-the-...

Watch the Official Trailer for Kristen Stewart-Starring Princess Diana Biopic ‘Spencer’

Last month, NEON debuted the teaser trailer for the Princess Diana biopic Spencer. Now the studio has officially released the full-length trailer for the Kristen Stewart starring film. The previous trailer was only one minute and featured a brief one-liner from the actress. The official trailer gives audiences a greater glimpse of the events of the film, which is set over a single weekend at Sandringham House. Throughout the film, Princess Diana, played by Stewart, is seen contemplating the end of her marriage to Prince Charles. While each year, the Christmas festivities are in full force, this year’s events are overwhelmed with rumors of affairs and an imminent divorce. The film debuted at Venice Film Festival and received raving reviews. With the release of the film, Stewart has instantl...

‘Super Mario Bros.’ Animated Film Taps Chris Pratt to Voice Iconic Nintendo Character Mario

Nintendo, Illumination and Universal‘s Super Mario Bros. animated film will feature an all-star voice cast. Chris Pratt has recently been tapped to voice the iconic and titular character, Mario. Joining Pratt are Anya Taylor-Joy to voice Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, Jack Black as Bowser, Keegan- Michael Key as Toad and Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong. The film will be produced by Illumination founder Chris Meledandri and Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto. Directing the film is duo Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic and penning the script is Matthew Fogel. In a recent statement, Meledandri said, “Mario and Luigi are two of the most beloved heroes in all of popular culture, and we are honored to have the unique opportunity to work so closely with Shigeru Miyamoto and the widely imaginative team ...

‘Tiger King’ Is Returning to Netflix for a Second Season

The Joe Exotic saga will continue to unfold on the small screen: Tiger King is officially returning to Netflix for a second season. Netflix confirmed the sequel in a teaser that offered a look into its upcoming content. The streaming service didn’t share a release date for the second season but noted that it will arrive soon. The Tiger King 2 portion of the video montage shows a billboard inquiring about the disappearance of Don Lewis (the former husband of Exotic’s rival, zookeeper Carole Baskin) and Exotic speaking on a phone from inside prison, culminating with the camera panning out from an eerie portrait of Exotic hung above a fireplace. The first season of the pandemic-era hit docuseries followed the Exotic through his chaotic role as the owner of a big cat zoo in Oklahoma and his ye...

‘Tiger King’ Is Returning to Netflix for a Second Season

The Joe Exotic saga will continue to unfold on the small screen: Tiger King is officially returning to Netflix for a second season. Netflix confirmed the sequel in a teaser that offered a look into its upcoming content. The streaming service didn’t share a release date for the second season but noted that it will arrive soon. The Tiger King 2 portion of the video montage shows a billboard inquiring about the disappearance of Don Lewis (the former husband of Exotic’s rival, zookeeper Carole Baskin) and Exotic speaking on a phone from inside prison, culminating with the camera panning out from an eerie portrait of Exotic hung above a fireplace. The first season of the pandemic-era hit docuseries followed the Exotic through his chaotic role as the owner of a big cat zoo in Oklahoma and his ye...

‘Tiger King’ Is Returning to Netflix for a Second Season

The Joe Exotic saga will continue to unfold on the small screen: Tiger King is officially returning to Netflix for a second season. Netflix confirmed the sequel in a teaser that offered a look into its upcoming content. The streaming service didn’t share a release date for the second season but noted that it will arrive soon. The Tiger King 2 portion of the video montage shows a billboard inquiring about the disappearance of Don Lewis (the former husband of Exotic’s rival, zookeeper Carole Baskin) and Exotic speaking on a phone from inside prison, culminating with the camera panning out from an eerie portrait of Exotic hung above a fireplace. The first season of the pandemic-era hit docuseries followed the Exotic through his chaotic role as the owner of a big cat zoo in Oklahoma and his ye...

Netflix Explores Britney Spears’ Conservatorship in ‘Britney vs Spears’ Documentary

Netflix has released the official trailer for Britney vs Spears, Erin Lee Carr’s documentary focusing on Britney Spears‘ conservatorship. The forthcoming feature “tells the explosive story of Britney’s life and her public and private search for freedom” and includes exclusive interviews, new documents and years-long investigative work: “The world knows Britney Spears: performer, artist, icon. But in the last few years, her name has been publicly tied to another, more mysterious term: conservatorship. Britney vs Spears tells the explosive story of Britney’s life and her public and private search for freedom. Featuring years-long investigative work, exclusive interviews and new documents, this Netflix feature film paints a thorough portrait of the pop star’s trajectory from girl next door to...

Eddie Murphy Inks Three-Picture and First-Look Film Deal With Amazon Studios

Eddie Murphy and Amazon Studios have officially signed a three-picture and first-look film deal. According to reports, the award-winning actor will star in the three films and develop original movie titles for Amazon Prime Video and Studios, although the latter does not guarantee that he will also serve as the main actor. “Eddie is a legend both in front of and behind the camera,” Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon Studios, said in a statement. “With undeniable comedic and dramatic genius, he consistently delivers entertaining, original stories and characters to audiences around the world. We could not be more excited to help carry on the tradition and to officially welcome Eddie into the Amazon family.” Amazon picked up Coming 2 America and premiered the sequel in March 2021. It earned the bi...