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Shang-Chi would have "two sequels already" if the industry hadn't gone to "s***" when it was…
Director Destin Daniel Cretton believes the film industry's post-pandemic struggles have significantly delayed potential sequels to Shang-Chi. He suggested that under different circumstances, two sequels might have already been produced. Cretton is currently busy with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, while Shang-Chi 2 and Avengers: Doomsday are still in development with no release dates announced.
Disney Dreamlight Valley: Complete Guide to Best Friends Feature
This guide details the Best Friends feature in Disney Dreamlight Valley, an enhancement to the existing friendship system that unlocks at Friendship Level 10 with villagers. The feature offers benefits like Item Assist, allowing villagers to gather items for you, and Fast Travel to Best Friend. Activating the Best Friend Glow provides bonus items for all tasks during a Best Friend Hangout, consuming the glow progress bar instead of player energy.
2026’s Box Office Top 10 So Far: Toy Story 5 Out Front, Spider-Man Closing Fast
Toy Story 5 leads the 2026 box office with $1.06 billion, followed closely by Spider-Man: Brand New Day at $932 million. The list highlights strong international performance for films like Pegasus 3 and significant earnings from sequels and biopics such as The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Michael.
Sonic Team head talks about how SEGA wanted to beat Disney with Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka revealed that SEGA's original ambition for Sonic the Hedgehog was to surpass Disney in content and popularity. He stated that this competitive spirit drove the development team in the early 1990s and remains a long-term aspiration for the company. Iizuka also referenced Shigeru Miyamoto's past comments about Nintendo being compared to Disney.
Wonder Man showrunner reacts to cancellation and is just as confused as you are: "I had written the first episode…
Showrunner Andrew Guest expressed his confusion and disappointment regarding the sudden cancellation of the Marvel series Wonder Man, even after it had been renewed for a second season. Despite speculation linking the cancellation to the success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day and director Destin Daniel Cretton's schedule, Guest stated that no movie is in the works and that the decision was made internally by Disney and Marvel for reasons that remain unclear.
I really didn't think The Punisher was going to work in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, but I was so wrong
This article analyzes the surprising success of The Punisher's integration into the film Spider-Man: Brand New Day, despite his typically R-rated nature. It highlights how director Destin Daniel Cretton managed to maintain the character's brutal essence while allowing for compelling interactions with Spider-Man, showcasing a new emotional depth for Frank Castle.
Star Wars will also be coming to D&D, and I'm worried Hasbro's trying to turn a TTRPG into Magic: The…
Wizards of the Coast announced a Star Wars crossover for Dungeons & Dragons, set to release in 2027 as part of a 'Season of Rebellion'. While the company assures this is additive to their existing roadmap, the author expresses concern that Hasbro might be attempting to replicate the extensive crossover monetization strategies seen with Magic: The Gathering, potentially misapplying them to the TTRPG format.
Exclusive: Disney Insists That Cursed Kingdom Hearts Art Was Not AI-Generated
Square Enix and Disney have clarified that the key art for the upcoming Nintendo Switch release of The Kingdom Hearts Collection was not generated using AI, despite fan accusations. The companies stated that the visual discrepancies, such as Donald Duck's finger count and warped details, were due to human error by the development team. Updated assets have been implemented to correct some of these issues.
There's an unexpected Easter egg in Doom's armor that links him to Shang-Chi
Fans have discovered an apparent Easter egg in the armor of Victor von Doom in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, suggesting a connection to Shang-Chi's villain, Xu Wenwu. The armor's design bears similarities to that worn by Wenwu, sparking theories about Doom's potential origins and his interactions with other powerful figures in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Avengers: Doomsday directors confirm the runtime is "substantial"
Directors Anthony and Joe Russo confirmed that Avengers: Doomsday will have a "substantial" runtime, potentially exceeding three hours, making it the longest MCU film to date. While the exact runtime is still being finalized during the editing process, cast members like Robert Downey Jr. have praised the film's current cut. The movie is set to introduce a new era for the Marvel Cinematic Universe and is scheduled for release on December 18.
Disney Dreamlight Valley panel announced for D23, will have “surprising and exciting reveals”
A panel for the life-simulation game Disney Dreamlight Valley has been announced for the D23 event on August 14. The panel will feature creators discussing the game's inspirations and offering sneak peeks at content arriving in 2026, with "surprising and exciting reveals" promised. The event will be streamed live on YouTube.
Disney Dreamlight Valley: Grand Exhibition Glade of Trust Room Guide
This guide details how to complete the Glade of Trust room within the Grand Exhibition in Disney Dreamlight Valley. Players must complete three displays: Diorama, Aquarium, and Habitat, by gathering specific biome items, catching fish, and befriending crocodiles. Completing all displays rewards players with the Glade of Trust Umbrella outfit.
The Marvel movies and shows to watch before Spider-Man: Brand New Day
This guide outlines the Marvel movies and shows to watch before the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day on July 31 in the US. It recommends viewing the MCU Spider-Man trilogy, The Punisher: One Last Kill, Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame for context on Hulk, and Daredevil for potential villainous connections.
Disney Lorcana: Attack of the Vine Is Out Now, but Beware of Scalpers
The trading card game Disney Lorcana: Attack of the Vine is now available, but consumers should be aware of high prices on the secondary market. The article provides information on current stock availability and suggested retail prices.
Star Wars fans are sharing their most commonly misremembered moments in the saga
Star Wars fans are sharing commonly misremembered moments from the saga on Reddit, highlighting instances where popular recollections differ from the actual movie events. Famous examples include the misquoted line "Luke, I am your father" from The Empire Strikes Back, which is actually "No. I am your father."
Former Disney CEO has no memory of approving Kingdom Hearts
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner has no recollection of approving the development of Kingdom Hearts. His memory was only slightly jogged when informed that the game combined Final Fantasy characters with Disney properties.
Mystique star says she had "so much ownership" of her character in Avengers: Doomsday
Rebecca Romijn, reprising her role as Mystique in Avengers: Doomsday, discussed the character's evolution and her increased sense of ownership compared to her earlier appearances. She also detailed the extensive makeup process, which previously took nine hours daily and caused skin issues, but noted the new iteration in Doomsday offers a different approach.
A Star Wars cartoon that's been shelved for over a decade will finally see the light of day
The animated Star Wars series Star Wars: Detours, created by Seth Green, will finally be viewable at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. Originally conceived as "The Simpsons in the Star Wars universe" and set between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope, 26 episodes were completed before the show was shelved in 2012. The museum, opening in September, will feature a curation of episodes from the show.
Star Wars Zero Company reveals cast, including fan favorite actors from Clone Wars animated series
Star Wars Zero Company, a squad tactics game from ex-Firaxis XCOM developers, has revealed its main cast, including Dee Bradley Baker as Trick and Matt Lanter as Anakin Skywalker. The game will also feature voice actors Vic Michaelis, Alex McKenna, Judy Alice Lee, and D.C. Douglas. Star Wars Zero Company is set to release on August 27 for PC at a price of $50.
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner can't remember why he green-lit Kingdom Hearts
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner admitted he cannot recall why he approved the pitch for the Kingdom Hearts video game series. Eisner, now an investor in Delphi Interactive, was questioned about the series' origins after a panel in New York. An anecdote from former Disney Japan employee Shuji Utsumi detailed the experimental nature of the pitch and the groundwork required for its approval.
