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“History’s Greatest Mysteries” is set to return with an intriguing new episode titled “Secrets of the Copper Scroll.” This exciting installment will air at 9:00 Pm on Monday, May 19, 2025, on the History channel. The episode promises to take viewers on a thrilling journey through time, exploring the mysteries surrounding an ancient treasure map.

The Copper Scroll is no ordinary artifact. It is a rare document that holds the potential to unlock secrets of immense wealth. The scroll is believed to detail the locations of buried treasures, including gold, silver, and precious jewels. These riches were hidden away thousands of years ago, likely to protect them from Roman invaders. The story behind the scroll is as fascinating as the treasure it describes, and this episode will delve into the history and significance of this remarkable find.

As the episode unfolds, experts and historians will examine the clues left on the scroll.

Since its release in 1997, Paul W.S. Anderson's Event Horizon has gained a cult following, becoming a classic in the horror sci-fi genre. The film, starring Sam Neill, Laurence Fishburne, and Joely Richardson, follows the rescue mission of the starship, the Event Horizon, when it reappears seven years after mysteriously vanishing. Utter insanity ensues as we learn that the ship has disappeared into an interdimensional hell-portal and come back sentient, able to possess, haunt, and even kill the unlucky crew sent to rescue it.

Now, nearly 30 years later, Event Horizon will be getting an all-new prequel comic series through Idw's new horror imprint Idw Dark. Titled Event Horizon: Dark Descent, the five-part comic series will be written by Christian Ward with art by Tristan Jones and color by Pip Martin.

Here's what we know about Dark Descent's plot according to IGN:

"Embracing the hard-r rating of the shocking movie,...

Audiences hoping to plow through the riches of Francis Ford Coppola’s Emersonian mind from the comfort of their own homes are out of luck.

According to sources close to the Oscar-winning legend, Coppola’s ill-fated box office calamity Megalopolis will never become available to stream, rent, or purchase on physical media. “He wants it to play in theaters, the way it was intended,” one unnamed source told The Hollywood Reporter.

In some ways ,it could be argued that Megalopolis is the last movie of its kind. Coppola used $120 million of his own fortune to produce the passion project independently and premiered the work at the Cannes Film Festival last year to mixed responses. Roughly one month after the Cannes premiere, Lionsgate purchased the distribution rights with a promise to release Megalopolis in theaters and on premium large format (Plf) screens later in the fall while Coppola retained the project’s ownership.

More often than not, the movie laid out in the first draft of a script is radically different from the one audiences see in movie theaters. It's always fun to get a glimpse into the "what-could-have-beens" of cinema, and that's especially true for the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe hit.

Thunderbolts* is making headlines for all the right reasons; it shines the spotlight on a lovable roster of titular characters, the action sequences are fast-paced and well-choreographed, it has Oscar-worthy performances, and its narrative does a flawless job of dealing with themes of depression, mental health, and redemption. It's hard to imagine a world in which the movie ended up being any different, but that was almost the case.

While The Void finally made its big screen debut and quickly positioned itself as one of the scariest MCU villains ever, its place was almost taken by a very unlikely choice in early drafts.

Laurence Fishburne as Henderson in 20th Century Studios’ The Amateur. Photo by Jonathan Olley. © 2024 20th Century Studios. All Rights Reserved. The Amateur isn’t just a spy thriller; it’s a gripping descent into one man’s personal war. Echoing the taut suspense of iconic films like Three Days of the Condor, this film, starring Academy Award winner Rami Malek and the formidable Oscar nominee Laurence Fishburne, promises a visceral and timely story. The world of Gabriel, played with quiet intensity by Malek, is irrevocably torn apart by a brutal terrorist attack in London that claims his wife’s life. But what follows is not a quest for conventional justice. When his pleas for action fall on deaf ears within the cold corridors of the CIA, Gabriel, a brilliant but unassuming decoder, decides to dismantle the established order and seek retribution on his own terms. The film doesn’t just...

Thunderbolts*has been a breath of fresh air for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, earning some of the strongest reviews and critical reaction for a film since Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 back in 2023. Audiences have fully embraced this new team, now dubbed The New Avengers. Still, like many films in the MCU, Thunderbolts* went through various drafts that tried a bunch of different ideas. Some of these ideas included a returning character from across the MCU, including Ant-Man and the Wasp,Werewolf by Night, and Captain America: Brave New World's big marketing hook.

Speaking with Comic Book, Thunderbolts* co-writer Eric Pearson reveals various characters that were considered for the film. As soon as Thunderbolts* was announced, many fans assumed the film would connect the team to Thaddeus 'Thunderbolt' Ross, aka The Red Hulk, who Harrison Ford played in Captain America: Brave New World earlier this year. While Pearson...

Six months ago, we heard that Idw Publishing, a company known for bringing us comic books based on popular established properties like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Trek, Godzilla, and others, were launching a new line of comics called Idw Dark, which would specialize in horror stories. It was also announced that in addition to featuring original horror stories, the Idw Dark line would include titles based on Paramount Pictures horror properties like Smile, A Quiet Place, Event Horizon, The Twilight Zone, Sleepy Hollow, and more. Now, Variety has revealed that Idw will begin publishing a comic book series called Event Horizon: Dark Descent in August, and this series will serve as a prequel to director Paul W.S. Anderson’s 1997 sci-fi horror film Event Horizon!

The five-issue series will embrace the hard-r rating of the movie and take place before the events of the film, telling the story of the...

Exclusive: Caitríona Balfe is set to join the ensemble of Apple Original Films upcoming pic Tenzing, which already stars Tom Hiddleston and Willem Dafoe. Jennifer Peedom is directing the film. Peedom has a close relationship with the Tenzing family and the Sherpa community following her acclaimed documentary, Sherpa.

Oscar-winning producer See-Saw Films (The King’s Speech) is producing Tenzing, about the inspirational life of Sherpa Tenzing Norgay and his summit of Mount Everest in 1953 alongside fellow outsider New Zealander Edmund Hillary. Balfe will play ‘Jill Henderson,’ a friend of Tenzing who helped organize trips up Mount Everest.

Tibetan born Tenzing Norgay, alongside New Zealand mountaineer Edmund Hillary, both outsiders on a British Expedition, defied insurmountable odds to achieve what was once thought impossible, reaching the summit of the world’s tallest mountain, Mount Everest. After six previous attempts, Tenzing risked everything for one final venture. He had to navigate treacherous...

With John Wick 5 officially announced, fans keep speculating how Keanu Reeves' titular hitman will rise from the proverbial ashes after seemingly dying in the last sequel, Chapter 4. Though Wick's saga is "over," according to franchise director Chad Stahelski, movie lovers can expect fresh twists and turns that differentiate the next film from previous installments.

Speaking with Empire, Stahelski explained how John Wick 5 will continue Wick's story after the ending of Chapter 4, which saw him succumb to shot wounds following a faceoff with Caine (Donnie Yen) and his cohorts looking on at his gravesite. Though Chapter 4 chronicled Wick's battle with the High Table, Stahelski claimed John Wick 5's story would move on from that saga and teased that there's more to his anticipated return than meets the eye.

“The saga of John Wick was pretty wrapped up,” he said. “So the only way to do a 5 is to have a new story that involves John Wick.

For Chris Brancato, co-creator and showrunner for Godfather of Harlem, if there is a show that can hold a mirror to some of the volatile issues gripping America today, the MGM+ series — now in its fourth season — just may be the one.

That wasn’t, however, intentional. Brancato and co-creator Paul Eckstein weren’t out to make political statements with the series, but it so happened that the Godfather of Harlem chronicles the latter part of the life of legendary Harlem gangster Ellsworth Raymond “Bumpy” Johnson (starring Oscar winner Forest Whitaker) during the chaotic 1960s. This was a time of not just high-profile crime families ruling the streets of New York, but also a time of civil unrest and the height of the Civil Rights Movement.

There were leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. espousing his doctrine of passive protest regarding the injustices that plagued Black Americans for hundreds of years.

On Monday May 5 2025, History broadcasts History’s Greatest Mysteries!

The Missing Riches of Genghis Khan Season 6 Episode 9 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “History’s Greatest Mysteries” is titled “The Missing Riches of Genghis Khan.” This episode will explore the legendary wealth of Genghis Khan, the ancient ruler known for his vast empire and military conquests. With a fortune estimated to be worth an astonishing 120 trillion dollars in today’s terms, his riches have sparked curiosity and intrigue for centuries.

The episode will delve into the mystery surrounding Genghis Khan’s hidden treasures. Despite extensive searches and numerous theories, no one has been able to uncover the location of his wealth. Historians and treasure hunters alike have tried to solve this puzzle, but the fate of the riches remains unknown even after 800 years.

Viewers can expect to hear from experts who will share their insights on Genghis Khan’s life and the significance of his wealth.

The upcoming episode of “History’s Greatest Mysteries,” titled “The Missing Tesla Papers,” promises to be an intriguing exploration of one of history’s most enigmatic figures. Airing at 9:00 Pm on Monday, May 12, 2025, this episode delves into the life and legacy of Nikola Tesla, whose groundbreaking ideas continue to influence modern technology.

Tesla’s genius was matched only by the mystery surrounding his death. When he passed away, it was said that he left behind 80 trunks filled with papers detailing his revolutionary ideas. However, only 60 of those trunks have been accounted for. The episode raises important questions about the fate of the missing papers and what secrets they might hold. Viewers will learn about the potential implications of Tesla’s ideas falling into the wrong hands and how they could have been misused for nefarious purposes.

As the episode unfolds, experts will examine the historical context of Tesla’s work...

Proving decisively that social media chatter and hyperbolic headlines don’t define a film’s popularity, The Amateur made a strong push towards the $100 million milestone at the worldwide box office after just three weeks of release in theaters worldwide. Would anybody have expected it to do this well? It’s common for films designed for home video consumption to be given theatrical runs these days, even if they’re for publicity reasons. Just look at Den of Thieves 2: Pantera and The Accountant 2. Remarkably, The Amateur has grossed more globally than either of those films, despite appearing exactly like the kind of dad movie that will find an even bigger audience on PVOD.

In fact, its success serves as a curious counterpoint to Steven Soderbergh’s recent complaints about the underperformance of his film Black Bag, which couldn’t crack the $40 million mark worldwide despite unanimous praise and a...

(L-r) Rami Malek as Heller and Rachel Brosnahan as Sarah in 20th Century Studio’s The Amateur. Photo courtesy of 20th Century Studios. © 2024 20th Century Studios. All Rights Reserved. Primetime Emmy winner Rachel Brosnahan joins forces with Oscar winner Rami Malek and Oscar-nominated Laurence Fishburne in the gripping thriller The Amateur. The film has garnered solid reviews and delivers a heart-pounding story that keeps audiences on edge. It follows a CIA cryptographer who, after losing his wife in a London terrorist attack, takes justice into his own hands when his superiors refuse to act. Brosnahan shared her thoughts on why The Amateur has all the makings of a great thriller, pointing to its compelling story, intense action, and remarkable cast. (Click on the media bar below to hear Rachel Brosnahan.) https://www.hollywoodoutbreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Rachel_Brosnahan_The_Amateur_.mp3 The Amateur is still playing in theaters.

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Thunderbolts* is about to strike the box office at the beginning of May, and the film pulls together a cast of Marvel Cinematic Unvierse characters from very different backgrounds and projects of the past phases.

With their collective pasts, it’s easy to see why the group would begrudgingly work together while ignoring the urge to go solo and be lone wolves like they have had to do in the past. The films and TV shows they have previously appeared in can be found below divded by character for those who might know some, but not others:

Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova

Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh) in Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts*. Black Widow (2021) Hawkeye – 2021 Series

While relatively new to the Marvel Cinematic Universe compared to staple characters like Sebastian Stan’s James “Bucky” Barnes, Yelena Belova, adopted sister of Natasha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson) has a few previous projects under her belt.

The Matrix Iconic Green Digital Rain Visual (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

The 1999 sci-fi action film, ‘The Matrix’, is still regarded as one of the best and most visually stunning movies of all time. If you remember, the film featured a cascading green code that rained down the screen.

Source of The Matrix’s Digital Rain

That code has a surprising, rather weird, origin story behind it. It’s not anything remotely related to a cryptic computer program, encrypted data, alien language, or some text with a deeper philosophical meaning. In fact, they were not real codes at all. On the contrary, it was sushi, the Japanese dish. Can you believe it?

In an earlier interview with CNET, Simon Whitely, the production designer of The Matrix, said, “I like to tell everybody that The Matrix’s code is made out of Japanese sushi recipes.” The source of the digital rain was...

The Witcher season 4 may be slated to come out sometime this year, but Netflix is wasting no time getting cracking on the follow-up. The team behind the series is already hard at work on the show's fifth and final season, even as we await an official release date for season 4. And now, some of the first pictures from filming have leaked onto the world wide web. They reveal an interesting fight scene ahead in season 5, as well as giving us our best look yet at some of Geralt's Hansa — aka his group of close traveling companions with whom he'll traverse the Continent in these final two seasons.

It should go without saying, but these will contain Spoilers for season 4 and 5 of The Witcher.

First Look at Geralt in The Witcher Season 5 (Exclusive)https://t.co/oWfelbYyL7

— Redanian Intelligence (@RedanianIntel) April 26, 2025

Above, we get our first look at Liam Hemsworth...

When the first two sequels to the Wachowskis' "The Matrix," titled "The Matrix Reloaded" and "The Matrix Revolutions," both released in theaters in 2003, it set a strange precedent for Hollywood blockbuster filmmaking. Certain 2000s-era hits, rather than getting a single expected sequel, were granted a gigantic, outsize, super-sequel finale that was released in two parts. In addition to "The Matrix," major studios also took a "mega-sequel finale" approach to "Pirates of the Caribbean," "Harry Potter," "Twilight," and "The Hunger Games." Indeed, "Mission: Impossible" has since done the same thing with "Dead Reckoning" and "The Final Reckoning." Heck, even Marvel Studios made an "Avengers" mega-sequel-finale with "Infinity War" and "Endgame."

"The Matrix," however, also proved that the mega-sequel approach doesn't always work well. While "Reloaded" and "Revolutions" were hugely ambitious and exciting hits, they were also overstuffed, clunky, and wrestled with too many ideas. The mythology also became far too complicated for its own good.

Exclusive: Jessica Alba (Trigger Warning) has signed on to lead action thriller The Mark, a spy flick set to begin production in Australia in July.

In the film from director Justin Chadwick (Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom), Alba plays Eden, an enigmatic spy on a covert and dangerous mission. When Eden pulls single father Ben Dawson into her world of high-stakes espionage, his life is turned upside down. Mistaken for the world’s deadliest assassin, Ben becomes the perfect decoy for Eden. She uses the mix-up to expose a powerful network of corrupt politicians, placing Ben in the crosshairs of the CIA, Interpol, and ruthless crime syndicates. With enemies closing in from all sides, Eden must keep Ben alive long enough to complete her mission — while Ben must summon his inner action hero to stay alive and return to the person who matters most: his daughter.

Ronnie Christensen penned the script.

Netflix's The Witcher was dealt a heavy blow when it lost Henry Cavill after Season 3. But, the show is bouncing back for its final two seasons. Alongside Liam Hemsworth taking over from Cavill as Geralt of Rivia, the series also secured The Matrix star, Laurence Fishburne, to play a major character in the final two seasons: the higher vampire, Regis. Fans of Andrzej Sapkowski's novels have been excited to see Fishburne bring Regis to life since his casting was announced, and we now have our best look at the actor in costume.

The set photos were leaked via Redanian Intelligence. Production is currently underway on Season 5 of The Witcher in England, and we've already been treated to some photos of Liam Hemsworth and Joey Batey in costume as Geralt and Jaskier, respectively. But, this is the best look fans have received of Fishburne's new addition. The actor is...

The Lord of the Ringsstar Orlando Bloom has been cast in a new movie that features sisters Kate and Rooney Mara teaming up in their first film. Per Deadline, Bloom as well as actor Domhnall Gleeson (Ex Machina)have joined the cast of the new drama Bucking Fastard from Oscar-nominated director Werner Herzog.

Bucking Fastards wrapped filming in Europe over the weekend. Real-life sisters Kate and Rooney Mara will play Jean and Joan Holbrooke, who are described as “two sisters who are so close to each other that they speak in unison, love the same man, and have the same dreams. They even make the same slip of the tongue in unison. In search of an imaginary land, the Orkneys - where true love is possible - they start digging a tunnel through an entire mountain range.”

Bloom will play the sisters’ rowdy ex-lover, Gareth Mulroney. Gleeson will portray Timothy,...

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Peacock is ready with an entertainment-packed May this year. The upcoming month will see the release of the much-anticipated Season 2 of the crime comedy-drama series Poker Face, as well as the streaming release of the brilliant spy thriller film Black Bag. Just like every month, Peacock is ready to overload you with great content. So, we’re here to tell you about the 10 new movies and TV shows coming to Peacock in May 2025.

The Notebook (May 1) Credit – Warner Bros.

The Notebook is a romantic drama film directed by Nick Cassavetes from a screenplay by Jeremy Leven. Based on the 1996 novel of the same name by Nicholas Sparks, the 2004 film is set in the 1940s, and it follows a young couple as they fall in love despite their parents’ disapproval, while their stories are read from a notebook in...

Liam Hemsworth is back as Geralt of Rivia in new set photos for The Witcher's fifth and final season. The new photos come roughly three years after the actor was cast to succeed Henry Cavill as the fan-favorite fantasy character.

Shared by Redanian Intelligence, the new set photos show Hemsworth striking a pose as Geralt in a break between filming on the hit Netflix series, as well as chatting with his stunt double. The images also feature the best look yet at The Matrix and John Wick alum Laurence Fishburne as barber-surgeon/vampire Regis, a beloved character from the novels and The Witcher III: The Wild Hunt’s acclaimed Blood and Wine expansion. Filming on The Witcher Season 5 has been underway since mid-March 2025, with production currently taking place in England after beginning in Cape Town, South Africa.

First Look at Geralt in The Witcher Season 5 (Exclusive)https://t.co...

The production of The Witcher Season 5 is rolling with Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia. While we are still waiting on the fourth season of the series, which will bring forth Hemsworth as the titular character, the fifth season will mark the final installment of the long-running series. Despite Henry Cavill’s shocking departure from the fan-favorite role, many fans are intrigued to see the Hunger Games star’s turn as the iconic character. Some new set images show him fittingly transforming into Geralt.

The new images and there are a lot of them sees Hemsworth in full costume and long blonde hair, complete with Geralt’s sword Aerondight at his back. While some other images show him going up against a bunch of men, along with his own group. The new set of images also gives us a good look at the cast, including Eamon Farren as Cahir, Laurence Fishburne as Emiel Regis,...

When life gives you lemons, just grab the nearest Hemsworth brother and make some lemonade. Much has been made of the big recasting for Netflix's long-running video game adaptation "The Witcher," swapping out Henry Cavill for Liam Hemsworth as our newest take on the title character. That change will finally be seen on the small screen once the fourth season finally arrives sometime in 2025, ending a lengthy hiatus after season 3 came to a close in July of 2023. Filming on season 4 is complete as the creative team remains in post production on the series, meaning fans are that much closer to finally getting a proper look at the "The Hunger Games" and "The Land of Bad" actor fully suited up in that distinctive fantasy wig. But while Netflix continues to keep Hemsworth's highly-anticipated appearance as Geralt of Rivia in actual footage under wraps, barring a brief first look well over a year ago,...

The Witcher season 4 is set to premiere on Netflix later this year, but it will be minus Henry Cavill's Geralt of Rivia. The Man of Steel and Justice League star left the series shortly after season 3, with The Hunger Games' Liam Hemsworth quickly announced as his replacement.

Hemsworth, who is also known for The Expendables 2 and Independence Day: Resurgence, has only two seasons to show what he can do as the fan-favourite character. While the series is confirmed to end with season 5, winning over fans will be no easy feat, given how beloved Cavill's interpretation of the Andrzej Sapkowski creation remains.

Season 4 doesn't have a confirmed release date beyond "2025," but it's been shot back-to-back with that final batch of episodes. As we first reported on GameFragger.com, Redanian Intelligence has shared our best look yet at Hemsworth on set as Geralt. He's joined by several new and returning characters.

On Monday April 28 2025, History broadcasts History’s Greatest Mysteries!

The Death of Dillinger Season 3 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “History’s Greatest Mysteries” titled “The Death of Dillinger” promises to dive deep into the life and controversial end of the infamous bank robber John Dillinger. Known for his daring heists and charismatic personality, Dillinger became a notorious figure during the Great Depression. His exploits captured the attention of the public and law enforcement alike, but the details surrounding his death are still unclear.

This episode will explore the events leading up to Dillinger’s demise and the various theories that have emerged over the years. Viewers will learn about his life of crime, the FBI’s relentless pursuit, and the dramatic moments leading to his final hours. The show will present interviews with historians and experts who will shed light on the numerous questions that linger about Dillinger’s fate.

Francis Ford Coppola’s 2024 film Megalopolismay have failed to become a box office success, but one of the movie’s actors says that while making the sci-fi epic, he received the best direction he’s ever heard on set. Adam Driver(Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens) paid tribute to Coppola at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles on April 26 as the Oscar-winning director received AFI’s 50th Life Achievement Award from the American Film Institute.

Per Deadline, Driver called Coppola one of his “cinematic heroes” and talked about working with The Godfather director on Megalopolis. Driver starred in the film, which Coppola self-funded after first coming up with the idea back in 1983, as Cesar Catilina.

Driver called Coppola “A theater director who brought his process to film and revolutionized how we think about cinema, and certainly how we make it.” He continued, “His movies, for some, are...

While all the attention in recent weeks has been going to A Minecraft Movie and now Sinners, a low-key thriller has quietly been climbing up the box office charts. The Amateur is now among the five highest-grossing Hollywood films of the year, but unlike Minecraft and Sinners, it could hardly be considered a sure bet. Starring Rami Malek in the lead role, The Amateur proves that thrillers aimed at older men — think the audience that tunes in to Reacher and Bosch — shouldn’t be restricted to streaming.

With The Accountant 2 offering direct competition this week, however, The Amateur might soon run out of steam. The movie has grossed $33 million domestically and another $46 million from overseas markets, for a cumulative total of $80 million worldwide. The Amateur was produced on a reported budget of $60 million, which means that it needs to gross around $120 million worldwide to break even. This isn’t going to happen.

History’s Greatest Mysteries is set to unveil a captivating episode titled “The Missing Riches of Genghis Khan.” This episode will air on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 9:00 Pm on the History channel. The focus will be on the legendary Mongolian ruler known for his military prowess and vast empire. Genghis Khan is believed to have amassed a fortune that, in today’s terms, could be worth an astonishing 120 trillion dollars.

Viewers will be taken on a journey through time, exploring the secrets behind Genghis Khan’s hidden riches. Despite the passage of 800 years, the treasures he supposedly concealed remain undiscovered. This episode promises to delve into the historical context surrounding Genghis Khan’s life and the strategies he may have used to protect his wealth from falling into the wrong hands.

Experts and historians will weigh in on the possible locations of the treasure and the challenges that lie in uncovering it.

Production is currently underway on the final ever season of Netflix's The Witcher adaptation, and some new leaked set photos have revealed Liam Hemsworth in action as Geralt of Rivia for the last time. The Australian actor was cast as the character when Henry Cavill stepped away from the show following Season 3. Fans will soon see Hemsworth in action for the first time in the upcoming fourth season (which is expected to release later this year), but we already have a glimpse at Hemsworth's final moments as Geralt.

The new set photos come to us via Redanian Intelligence on Instagram. Season 5 is currently in production in England, and the new photos have given us our first look at Liam Hemsworth in full Geralt of Rivia make-up and costume in the final season. In the images, Hemsworth is also covered in dirt and grime, meaning the scene they're filming is...

Mark your calendars! Marvel’s Phase Six is about to go green on July 26th with the release of Fantastic Four: First Steps. Only weeks ahead, the promotional material for the movie is sparking plenty of theories among the wider fandom. After all, the big question remains: why is their primary villain, Dr. Doom, connected to the fifth Avengers movie, Doomsday, that’s coming out in 2026?

To tell you the truth, it’s probably for the best that we have no official confirmation of any spoilers that will surely ruin the plot. Regardless, you can be assured that this time, Marvel’s first family isn’t too interested in telling us their drawn-out origin story.

Origin? Please. We’re four years in with Fantastic Four: First Steps A still from the Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer | Credits: Marvel Studios

If you weren’t aware, First Steps will also be the...

As Julia Garner joins the MCU, she’s getting a crash course in her mysterious Marvel comic book character.

The Golden Globe winner recently recalled how she joined the cast of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which premieres July 25, explaining she “was confused” over the fact that her antagonist role, the Silver Surfer, is now a woman.

“I met up with [director Matt Shakman], who’s lovely,” she told Entertainment Weekly. “We met up at some restaurant in Burbank or something, I don’t even remember, but I knew it was for the Fantastic Four.”

Garner continued, “And then I was confused because I was like, ‘Wait, isn’t the Silver Surfer a man?’ I was just like, ‘Okay, well, I’ll play anything.’ [Laughs] I was a very big fan of Matt’s, so there was already, in my mind, like, ‘I should probably meet with Matt Shakman because he’s...

Francis Ford Coppola isn’t done with “Megalopolis.” After Quentin Tarantino wrote a novel version of his “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” feature (which is now getting a sequel from David Fincher), Coppola has announced that he is turning his 2024 film “Megalopolis” into a graphic novel.

The book will be written by Chris Ryall, who has adapted Stephen King, Clive Barker, and Harlan Ellison’s works as well. Coppola explains that while it’s inspired by the film, it will be much more than that.

“I was pleased to put the idea of a graphic novel in the competent hands of Chris Ryall with the idea that, although it was inspired by my film ‘Megalopolis,’ it didn’t necessarily have to be limited by it,” Coppola said in a statement to THR. “I hoped the graphic novel would take its own flight, with its own artists and writer so...

Clint Eastwoodis an artist unlike any other. Over the course of his long career, he has contributed to world cinema, inspiring young and established filmmakers as an actor, writer, and director. Even at 94 years old, the filmmaker is going strong with his latest release being last year’s Juror #2 starring Nicholas Hoult. One of the gems from his long filmography is now arriving on Netflix.

The Mule, directed by and starring Eastwood is based on the 2014 article The Sinaloa Cartel's 90-Year-Old Drug Mule by Sam Dolnick. The movie follows him as the real-life figure, Leo Sharp, a World War II veteran in his 80s who became a drug mule for a cartel. The film was a commercial and critical success, garnering $174.8 million worldwide on a budget of $50 million.

The movie is loved for Eastwood’s direction and performance, along with a gripping plot and cinematography. It has a CinemaScore of...

Megalopolis was one of the big swings of 2024, with Oscar-winning filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola putting decades of his life into its development and betting tens of millions of his own money on a project that he hoped would become an enduring part of his legacy.

It told the story of an obsessive architect Cesar Catilina (Adam Driver), who wanted to create a utopian city, but finds himself at odds with Mayor Franklyn Cicero (Giancarlo Esposito). The film was polarizing, to say the least. It failed to light up the box office and earned mixed reviews, but it certainly sparked conversation, becoming one of the most talked about movies in Hollywood last year.

Now, the Godfather filmmaker’s work will get a re-interpretation with Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis: An Original Graphic Novel.

Writer Chris Ryall penned the book, after building a career adapting the works of authors such as Stephen King,...

The Fantastic Four: First Steps made waves when they cast the film's main characters, including one of the antagonists, the Silver Surfer. Julia Garner, an incredibly talented actor who recently starred in Wolf Man, made headlines as the first female live-action depiction of the Herald of Galactus. Some fans have speculated that Garner was playing a gender-bent version of Norrin Radd, the original Silver Surfer. However, the three-time Emmy-winning Ozark actress has confirmed the true identity of her version of the iconic Marvel character, and it's a deep-cut reference to the source material.

During an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Garner confirmed that when she signed on for The Fantastic Four, director Matt Shakman explained to her that the character she would end up portraying was Shalla-Bal, the love interest of Norrin Radd and one of the few characters to wield the power of the Silver Surfer.

"No, I met up with Matt,...

HBO has just unveiled the trailer for the upcoming Paul Reubens documentary to premiere on Friday, May 23. The two-part documentary film titled Pee-wee as Himself will chronicle Reubens' lifelong run as the iconic character Pee-wee Herman, and it's based on over 40 hours of interview footage. Director Matt Wolf was able to sit with Reubens before his death in 2023, and the documentary is the result of long interviews where they often clashed over creative control, and Reubens ultimately opened up about his sexuality.

Pee-wee as Himself also includes appearances by Pee-wee's Playhouse co-stars Natasha Lyonne, S. Epatha Merkerson, and Laurence Fishburne. Other stars include Debi Mazar, David Arquette, and Laraine Newman. The film is executive produced by Eli Bush, Ronald Bronstein, Emma Tillinger Koskoff, and Uncut Gems directors Benny Safdie and Josh Safdie.

The HBO-produced project offers an inside look at Reubens' beginnings in the industry as a multifaceted comedian,...

Photograph by Courtesy of HBO Mark your calendars, folks! On Friday, May 23rd, HBO is set to premiere a fascinating two-part documentary, Pee-wee As Himself, that promises to peel back the layers of the enigmatic Paul Reubens and his unforgettable creation, Pee-wee Herman. Airing back-to-back starting at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt and available to stream on Max, this is a must-watch for anyone who ever giggled at the Playhouse or embarked on Pee-wee’s Big Adventure. Right from the outset, the official synopsis reveals this isn’t just a nostalgic look back. Drawing upon over 40 hours of interview footage filmed before 2023, Director Matt Wolf (The Stroll) explores Reubens’ personal story, combining a wealth of historical footage and personal images. Prepare to delve into the experiences that shaped him, from his circus town upbringing to his avant-garde theater beginnings. Within the renowned Groundlings improv group, Pee-wee Herman was born. We...

The man behind Pee-wee Herman, Paul Reubens (Blow), is ready to truly reveal himself. It’s just unfortunate that his definitive documentary, Pee-wee as Himself, had to come out posthumously.

The HBO Original two-part documentary directed by Matt Wolf premieres Friday, May 23 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on HBO. Put together, it’s a three-hour, 20-minute portrait of Reubens. And that’s exactly how the two parts will air on linear HBO — together. You can watch them however you want on Max.

Pee-wee as Himself is centered on “a soul-baring interview” with Reubens, per the synopsis, and is “a window into his never-before-discussed personal life.” It was a particularly lengthy soul-baring interview: Pee-wee as Himself is pieced together from more than 40 hours of interview footage filmed before Reubens’ death in 2023. Wolf also had at his disposal more than 1,000 hours of archival footage and “tens of thousands of never-before-seen photographs” from Reubens’ personal collections,...

"He wanted people to see who he was as Paul." HBO has revealed the trailer for Pee-wee as Himself, a two-part documentary presentation coming to Max this May. "For the first time, meet the man behind the character." Starring Paul Reubens, about Paul Reubens, featuring Paul Reubens, in the definitive life story film examining Paul Reubens (and his iconic character Pee-wee Herman). The doc starts out revisiting Reubens' childhood and his desire to be an actor, inspired by the iconic TV shows like "Howdy Doody," "Captain Kangaroo," and "I Love Lucy." Subsuming himself into the character of Pee-wee, Reubens hides his personal life, and recognizes too late that fame makes for a complicated companion... Later, Reubens talks candidly about his fame as a pop culture icon and the lows he endured as he faced rumors, vilification, and the vitriol of the media. With guests including Abby Rubenfeld, Gary Panter Wayne White,...

HBO has shared the new trailer for Pee-wee as Himself, the two-part documentary about Paul Reubens’ beloved character. Following its Sundance premiere earlier this year, the documentary will air on HBO and Max on May 23.

“It’s weird to be in this situation, having a documentary made, because I’m used to having control of my alter ego,” Reubens says in the documentary, which was filmed prior to his death in 2023. “Death is just so final. To be able to get your message in at the last minute is incredible.

The trailer for HBO documentary “Pee-wee as Himself” has been released.

The documentary consists of two parts and follows the life history of the late Paul Reubens, the performer who portrayed Pee-wee Herman. It’s a “a window into his never before discussed personal life. Determined to correct the record and tell the factual story of his life, Reubens excavates his kaleidoscopic influences, origins in the circus and avant-garde performance theater, and career choices,” according to the official synopsis.

Directed by Matt Wolf, the documentary also includes interviews with Reubens’s sister, Abby Rubenfeld, Tim Burton, Judd Apatow, Natasha Lyonne, Laurence Fishburne, David Arquette and Laraine Newman.

Executive producer credits include Wolf, Reubens, Emma Tillinger Koskoff, Ronald Bronstein, Eli Bush, Benny Safdie, Josh Safdie, Candace Tomarken, Kyle Martin, Nancy Abraham, Lisa Heller and Sara Rodriguez.

Part one debuts May 23 at 8 p.m. Et, with the second part airing immediately after at 9:40 p.

The HBO Original two-part documentary Pee-wee as Himself, directed by Matt Wolf (HBO’s The Stroll), debuts Friday, May 23 (8:00 p.m.-11:20 p.m. Et/Pt) with both parts airing back-to-back on HBO and will be available to stream on Max.

Driven by a soul-baring interview with Paul Reubens, the man behind the iconic character Pee-wee Herman, Pee-wee as Himself is the definitive portrait of the comedic performer, and a window into his never-before-discussed personal life.

Determined to correct the record and tell the factual story of his life, Reubens excavates his kaleidoscopic influences, origins in the circus and avant-garde performance theater, and career choices, while reflecting on the reasoning behind, and the consequences of, severing his beloved alter ego from his authentic self.

Woven together from over 40 hours of interview footage filmed before Reubens’ premature death in 2023, 1,000 hours of archival footage, and tens of thousands of never-before-seen photographs from his personal collections,...

HBO’s Safdie Brothers-produced Paul Reubens documentary, Pee-wee as Himself, has received a release date and official trailer. Both parts will premiere back-to-back on HBO and Max on Friday, May 23rd.

Directed by Matt Wolf, the documentary features over 40 hours of interview footage filmed before Reubens’ passing in July 2023, allowing the Pee-Wee Herman actor to open up about his personal and professional challenges. As reported in January following its premiere at Sundance 2025, Pee-wee as Himself sees Reubens coming out as gay and revealing why he was “conflicted about sexuality.”

Part One will dive into Reubens’ childhood and early career, while Part Two will delve into the highs and lows of his time in the spotlight. Watch the trailer below.

Here’s the official synopsis:

“Driven by a soul-baring interview with Paul Reubens, the man behind the iconic character Pee-wee Herman, Pee-wee as Himself is the definitive portrait of the comedic performer,...

The HBO Original two-part documentary Pee-wee As Himself, directed by Matt Wolf (HBO’s The Stroll), debuts Friday, May 23 (8:00 p.m.-11:20 p.m. Et/Pt) with both parts airing back-to-back on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. Our Chris Bumbray caught the movie at Sundance and gave it a perfect score in his review that said, “It will be the definitive work on Reubens’s life, and had he lived to see it premiere, it might have led to the final resurgence he never got to enjoy.”

Driven by a soul-baring interview with Paul Reubens, the man behind the iconic character Pee-wee Herman, Pee-wee As Himself is the definitive portrait of the comedic performer, and a window into his never-before-discussed personal life. Determined to correct the record and tell the factual story of his life, Reubens excavates his kaleidoscopic influences, origins in the circus and avant-garde performance theater,...

Paul Reubens became an icon thanks to his comedic character Pee-wee Herman, but who really was the man behind the cringe comedy laughs? Two-part documentary “Pee-wee as Himself” dives into Reubens’ legacy and controversial celebrity status, with auteurs such as Tim Burton, Judd Apatow, and Benny and Josh Safdie immortalizing both Pee-wee and Reubens himself.

Directed by Matt Wolf, the documentary premiered at Sundance. The feature is billed as the “definitive portrait” of Reubens that offers a “window into his never before discussed personal life.” The film was crafted from over 40 hours of interview footage filmed before Reubens’ death in 2023 at age 70, and includes clips from more than 1,000 hours of archival footage, as well as tens of thousands of never-before-seen photographs from Reubens’ personal collections.

“Determined to correct the record and tell the factual story of his life, Reubens excavates his kaleidoscopic influences, origins in the circus and avant-garde performance theater,...

We may still be reeling from the season finale of The Wheel of Time, but don't worry, there's plenty more good fantasy television on the way this year. One of the biggest fantasy shows still to come down the pike in 2025 is The Witcher, which will be releasing its fourth season on Netflix. We don't have an exact release date yet, but unless there's a serious shake-up at Netflix, it will come sometime between now and December 31.

This is an important season for the series, since it will be the first time that the white-haired witcher Geralt of Rivia is played by Liam Hemsworth, after previous Geralt actor Henry Cavill stepped down following season 3. Changing a lead actor is always a challenge, and doubly so when they're as central to the series as Cavill's Geralt. Can The Witcher survive this change?

We shall see. Beyond Hemsworth's Geralt, The Witcher...

In the latest animated tale from the directing team of Rob Edwards and Christopher Jenkins, a familiar yet fun world is revealed. The all-star Sneaks features the vocal talents of Anthony Mackie, Laurence Fishburne, Keith David, Macy Gray, Martin Lawrence, Rico Rodriguez, and many more. It tells the story of two designer sneakers that get separated after a creepy collector (Fishburne) steals them from a young man who won them. It’s a sweet and humorous look at friendship, separation, and sneakers.

We recently spoke to several of the cast members, and it was quite the treat. First up, I spoke with Anthony Mackie, and he really is one of the nicest guys around. He opened up about his first pair of sneakers. As well as taking a break from superheroes for this animated adventure. After that, I spoke with Rico Rodriquez, who took a liking to my Funko Pops collection.

UK-Ireland top five, Apr 18-20, 2025 RankFilm (origin)DistributorApr 18-20 grossTotalWeek 1 A Minecraft Movie (US) Warner Bros £5.3m £47.4m 3 2 Sinners (US)

Warner Bros £2.4m £3.3m 1 3 The Amateur (US)

Disney £903,139 £3.3m 2 4 The Penguin Lessons (UK-us-Sp) Lionsgate £772,196 £1.4m 1 5 Warfare (US-uk) A24 £637,810 Tbc 1

Ryan Coogler’s Sinners started with a healthy £2.4m at the UK-Ireland box office, as A Minecraft Movie held top spot for a Warner Bros one-two.

A Minecraft Movie added £5.3m on its third weekend from Friday 18-Sunday 20 – a drop of 27%. Including takings on the Monday, April 21 Bank Holiday, the videogame adaptation is up to £47.4m, and has overtaken the £46.3m...