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Mortal Kombat 2: Here Is How Much It's Expected To Make In Theaters This Weekend
Mortal Kombat 2 is projected to earn between $40 million and $45 million during its opening weekend in North America, with some industry sources suggesting it could reach $50 million. Warner Bros. Discovery is projecting a more conservative $35 million. The film, directed by Simon McQuoid, is expected to significantly outperform the 2021 Mortal Kombat movie due to increased theater attendance.
Mortal Kombat Creator On Next Game And Bringing A Street Fighter Character To The Series
Mortal Kombat creator Ed Boon confirmed that NetherRealm Studios is working on another Mortal Kombat game and teased other media projects for the franchise. Boon also expressed his desire to see a Street Fighter character appear in a future Mortal Kombat title, emphasizing his fandom for the rival series.
Battlefield Movie – Everything We Know, Including Who Could Star And Direct, And The Bidding War For The Rights
A bidding war is reportedly underway for the film rights to the Battlefield video game franchise, with major studios like Apple, Sony, Warner Bros. Discovery, Amazon, Universal, and Netflix in contention. Christopher McQuarrie is attached to write, direct, and produce, with Michael B. Jordan potentially starring. This follows previous failed attempts to adapt the series.
Battlefield Movie - Everything We Know, Including Who Could Star And Direct
A Battlefield movie is reportedly in development with Christopher McQuarrie attached to write, direct, and produce. Michael B. Jordan is also rumored to be involved as a producer and potential star. Multiple studios are reportedly engaged in a bidding war for the film rights, with no release date or plot details yet announced.
Battlefield Movie Bidding War Heats Up, As These 5 Studios Reportedly Made Offers For It
A fierce bidding war is underway for the rights to a Battlefield movie, with Warner Bros. Discovery, Amazon MGM Studios, Sony, Universal, and Netflix reportedly submitting offers. Christopher McQuarrie is attached to write and direct, with Michael B. Jordan potentially starring and producing. The project is expected to command a high price, reflecting the current Hollywood trend of adapting successful video game franchises.
Several top movie studios are reportedly bidding for a Battlefield movie with Michael B. Jordan
Several major film studios, including Warner Bros. Discovery, Amazon MGM Studios, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, and Netflix, are reportedly bidding to produce a Battlefield movie starring Michael B. Jordan. Christopher McQuarrie is attached to write, direct, and produce the film, which is expected to be a high-cost production.
Injustice 3 Spotted On Warner Bros. Artist’s Resume
Evidence suggests Injustice 3 is in development, with a Warner Bros. Games artist's resume listing the title alongside the confirmed Hogwarts Legacy 2. NetherRealm's creative lead Ed Boon had previously expressed interest in returning to the Injustice series, and the last installment, Injustice 2, was released in 2017.
Warner Bros. shareholders "overwhelmingly" back Paramount's $111bn acquisition
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have overwhelmingly approved Paramount's $111 billion acquisition, a deal that also involves Skydance. The transaction still requires clearance from the US Department of Justice and European regulators, with an anticipated closing in the third quarter of September 2026. This approval follows a period of negotiations and a withdrawn bid from Netflix.
Business and Finance
Shareholders have approved Paramount's deal for Warner Bros. Discovery, while the German game industry has seen a 3% drop in employment for the second consecutive year. Corsair Gaming is also mentioned in relation to business and finance news.
Business and Finance
Warner Bros. Discovery faces protests ahead of a shareholder vote concerning a potential merger with Paramount Global. Separately, Take-Two Interactive Software announced it will report its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2026 financial results on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
Mortal Kombat, Batman, And Harry Potter Games Are One Step Closer To Being Owned By Paramount
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have voted to approve Paramount's $111 billion deal to acquire the company, which would bring franchises like Mortal Kombat, Batman, and Harry Potter under Paramount's ownership. While the acquisition is moving forward, investors rejected compensation packages for executives like CEO David Zaslav. The deal still faces regulatory hurdles.
Coyote vs. Acme First Official Trailer Shows Fans The Film "Acme Didn't Want You To See"
The first official trailer for Coyote vs. Acme, a live-action Looney Tunes film, has been released by Ketchup Entertainment, with a theatrical release planned for August 28, 2026. The film, which Warner Bros. Discovery had previously considered shelving, features actors Will Forte and John Cena alongside animated characters like Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck. The trailer playfully leans into the film's troubled production history with the tagline "The Film Acme Didn't Want You to See."
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Warner Bros. Discovery and DC Studios are launching an immersive attraction called Superman Experience: Defenders Unite. This new attraction will allow visitors to enter the world of Superman.
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Netflix's co-CEO Ted Sarandos acknowledged disappointment in failing to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery but highlighted the experience as a test of investment discipline and a builder of M&A capabilities. The company ultimately withdrew its $83 billion bid, with Paramount eventually acquiring WBD and paying Netflix $2.8 billion for interfering in the process.
Evening Legal Briefs
Senator Cory Booker is set to hold a hearing concerning the potential merger between Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery. The hearing will likely address regulatory and industry implications of such a significant consolidation.
Business and Finance
Paramount has finalized its debt financing as it progresses towards a potential deal with Warner Bros. Discovery. Separately, Mattel announced its First Quarter 2026 financial results and the date for its conference call.
New Game Of Thrones Game Officially Revealed For Mobile
Warner Bros. Games and HBO have officially revealed Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, a new free-to-play mobile strategy game based on the House of the Dragon prequel series. Set 172 years before Game of Thrones, players will hatch, raise, and command dragons in battle. The game is available for pre-registration on iOS and Android, with players receiving an in-game reward at launch.
March Madness 2026: How to watch the Final Four
This guide details how to watch the 2026 NCAA basketball tournaments' Final Four and championship games for both men's and women's divisions. It breaks down broadcast rights, streaming options across various services like HBO Max, Paramount+, ESPN+, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV, and provides information on free viewing possibilities via CBS broadcasts and over-the-air antennas.
Ugh, Netflix is raising prices again
Netflix is implementing another price increase across all its subscription tiers in the U.S., with the ad-supported plan rising to $9 and the ad-free plan to $20 per month. The Premium plan will now cost $27 per month, and adding extra members also incurs higher fees. A Netflix spokesperson stated the price adjustments reflect service improvements and content quality.
HBO Max finally launches in the UK and Ireland
HBO Max has officially launched in the UK and Ireland, completing its European rollout. The service offers various subscription tiers, including ad-supported and ad-free options, with content like "One Battle After Another," "Sinners," and Max Originals. The launch coincides with Warner Bros. Discovery's ongoing merger discussions with Paramount Skydance.