Steve Blackman, showrunner of Netflix’s The Umbrella Academy, has been accused by 12 staff members of creating a toxic work environment involving bullying and sexism. The allegations come from writers and support staff who have worked on the show, with most choosing to remain anonymous for fear of career repercussions. …
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HBO and Max content CEO Casey Bloys announced that major Warner Bros. IP projects, including the upcoming Harry Potter TV show and the It prequel Welcome to Derry, will now be HBO originals instead of Max series. This change, reported by Deadline, marks a strategic shift for big-budget productions. In …
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Eric Kripke, showrunner of Prime Video’s The Boys, has reaffirmed his commitment to steering the series clear of what he calls “edgelord material for incels.” In a recent Variety interview, Kripke acknowledged the show’s penchant for never-subtle satire, but underlined his aim to avoid pandering to controversial stereotypes. Acknowledging that …
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The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 will premiere later this summer, promising a darker tone compared to previous depictions of Middle-earth. This next season will focus on the lore-rich world’s villains, as stated by showrunners Patrick McKay and J.D. Payne to Total Film in their …
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Director Eli Roth responded to comparisons between his upcoming Borderlands adaptation and Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. In an interview with Total Film, Roth acknowledged similarities between the projects, explaining, “I was very conscious of not remaking Guardians. [Audiences will] see the movie and recognize its unique approach.” Borderlands, adapted …
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Former Blade actor Wesley Snipes took a playful jab on X (formerly Twitter) at Marvel Studios amid ongoing turbulence surrounding the upcoming and increasingly rocky Blade reboot. The project, which aims to reintroduce the iconic vampire slayer with Oscar winner Mahershala Ali in the lead role, recently hit another snag …
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Subscription fees for major streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ have risen steadily, driving more viewers towards free, ad-supported platforms like Tubi. According to Nielsen data cited by the LA Times, Tubi achieved its highest viewership ever in May, averaging 1 million viewers, a 46% increase from the previous year. …
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Norman Reedus paid tribute after his canine co-star from The Walking Dead passed away. In the zombie drama series, the role of Dog, Daryl Dixon’s companion, was portrayed by Seven. The news of Seven’s passing was announced on the official social media channels for The Walking Dead. AMC posted to …
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Hunter Schafer will co-star with Michelle Yeoh in Prime Video’s series Blade Runner 2099. Schafer, known for her role in HBO’s Euphoria, becomes the second main cast member to join the show. Variety reported the news. Deadline notes that production on Season 3 of Euphoria is slated to begin later …
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A third installment in the Top Gun franchise is in development, but fans will have to wait some time for its release. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer told Deadline that while “we’ve got some interesting ideas we’ve talked to Tom Cruise about… we don’t have a script yet. It will be a …
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