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Ranking The 7 Sci-Fi Movies Still Due In 2026, From Least To Most Hyped
This article ranks seven highly anticipated science fiction films scheduled for release in 2026, from least to most hyped. It highlights upcoming projects from acclaimed directors like Ridley Scott, Denis Villeneuve, and Taika Waititi, alongside major franchise installments such as Dune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday.
New Dune 3 trailer announces special surprise ticket sale for previously sold-out IMAX screenings, and fans are stressed…
A new trailer for Dune 3 has been released, coinciding with a special ticket sale for sold-out IMAX screenings exclusively for Dune Insiders. The announcement caused significant stress for fans as AMC and Cineplex apps crashed due to high demand, with many unable to secure tickets.
Ranked: The 10 Best Serial Killer Thrillers of All Time
This article ranks the 10 best serial killer thriller films of all time, with The Silence of the Lambs taking the top spot. The list highlights films such as Se7en, Zodiac, and Memories of Murder, praising their direction, performances, and ability to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
Coyote vs Acme in-universe villains have a perfect response to the upcoming movie's "rave reviews"
The in-universe villains of Coyote vs. Acme, the ACME Corporation, have issued a meta-response to the film's overwhelmingly positive "rave reviews." After nearly being shelved and written off by Warner Bros., the Looney Tunes legal comedy has secured a 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The ACME Corporation's fictional response humorously suggests they are considering buying Rotten Tomatoes to suppress the positive reception before the film's August 28, 2026 release.
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Dev Warned Warner Bros. Not to Go Up Against Skyrim Back in 2011
The developer of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North reportedly argued against its release coinciding with Skyrim in 2011 but was overruled by Warner Bros. This decision highlights the competitive landscape and strategic considerations in game releases.
Supergirl faces generative AI backlash as deleted video seems to show use in pre-production on the DC movie
Filmmakers for the DC Studios movie Supergirl faced backlash after a video appeared to show the use of generative AI in pre-production. Warner Bros. subsequently removed the video from YouTube. The movie itself underperformed at the box office and received mixed reviews.
Games Inbox: What character do you most associate with PlayStation?
Readers discuss which characters are most associated with PlayStation, with Lara Croft and Crash Bandicoot being strong contenders for the PlayStation 1 era, while Kratos and Aloy are mentioned for the PlayStation 5. The discussion also touches on the perceived lack of iconic mascots for Sony and the development of games like Hogwarts Legacy and Grand Theft Auto 6.
Despite being shelved for years, Looney Tunes movie Coyote vs. Acme debuts to near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes score
The shelved film Coyote vs. Acme, now distributed by Ketchup Entertainment, has debuted to overwhelmingly positive reviews, achieving a 95% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Directed by Dave Green and starring Will Forte as an accident lawyer and John Cena as corporate counsel, the movie follows Wile E. Coyote's fight against ACME, Inc. It is set to release in theaters on August 28, 2026.
DCU's Waller and Wonder Woman show Paradise Lost have reportedly been scrapped, but Lanterns may get a second…
DC Studios has reportedly scrapped the planned television series Waller and Paradise Lost, with the latter described as a 'Game of Thrones-ish story about Themyscira.' The Authority has also been canceled. However, Booster Gold remains in development, and Lanterns may receive a second season.
A forgotten old co-op Lord of the Rings game has been unexpectedly remastered and re-released, and there's a promise of more to come
Aspyr has released a remastered 'Legacy Edition' of the 2011 co-op action RPG, The Lord of the Rings: War in the North, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow. This updated version features 60 FPS support, improved UI, and bug fixes. Warner Bros. has teased that this is the first of several classic Lord of the Rings game re-releases planned from Aspyr.
House of the Dragon season 3 puts a surprise twist on Alys Rivers, which could mean she appears in the Aegon's…
House of the Dragon season 3's finale introduced a significant lore change for Alys Rivers, revealing her as the centuries-old wife of Harren, cursed with immortality. This alteration from George R.R. Martin's Fire and Blood, where she is a bastard of House Strong, has sparked fan discussion and could potentially lead to her appearance in the upcoming Aegon's Conquest movie from Warner Bros.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day review and Primetime trailer reaction - Shack Central Ep. 15
This episode of Shack Central reviews Spider-Man: Brand New Day, discusses new film announcements from Warner Bros. including a Matrix and Jetsons movie, and reacts to the Primetime trailer. The hosts also touch on the return of NFL football.
Despite Supergirl bombing at the box office, Warner Bros CEO says DC Studios "feels very good" and has a "robust pipeline" of projects in the works
Despite the box office failure of Supergirl, Warner Bros. CEO David Zaslav expressed confidence in DC Studios' future projects, highlighting a robust pipeline including upcoming series Lanterns and the film Clayface. Zaslav stated that DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran are actively working on these new ventures. The Supergirl film underperformed financially, but lead actress Milly Alcock is expected to reprise her role in the 2027 Superman sequel.
Clayface director says Evil Dead helmer Sam Raimi's "extreme" and "ridiculous" style of horror influenced the upcoming DC movie
Director James Watkins revealed that Sam Raimi's extreme and humorous horror style significantly influenced the upcoming DC movie Clayface. Watkins also cited Brian De Palma and horror writer Mike Flanagan as inspirations for the film, which is described as violent and highly disturbing, focusing on the body horror aspects of the Batman villain.
Silver Lining Interactive launches first title from its development label Silver Bullet
Silver Lining Interactive has launched its first game, Mr Trippy, from its internal IP development label, Silver Bullet. Mr Trippy is described as a darkly comedic management simulator. Silver Bullet, initially an indie incubator, has evolved into a full-fledged IP development label dedicated to creating original and unconventional gaming experiences.
Supergirl's theatrical run has officially ended, and the new DCU movie made less than Morbius and Joker 2
The new DCU movie Supergirl has concluded its theatrical run with a worldwide gross of $125.8 million, making it the lowest-earning DC film in decades and a financial loss for DC Studios given its $170 million production budget. This performance falls significantly short of other recent DC films like Morbius and Joker 2, and even the previous DCU film, Superman, which earned substantially more during its opening weekend alone.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Frontier Developments appoints Dan Lazarides as CMO
Several key figures have moved into new roles within the gaming industry. Dan Lazarides is the new Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, while Tracey Thompson returns to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Maddie Richter joins Nintendo of America as Social Media Marketing Manager, and Steffen Holm and Chris Kruger join Roblox to support AI tool development.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Paramount Games appoints Nate Nanzer as EVP, head of commercial & marketing
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the gaming industry. Notable moves include Nate Nanzer joining Paramount Games, Julia Gutnik heading media at Amazon Gaming, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Studio MDHR, Games Workshop, and Blizzard Entertainment also saw new hires or promotions.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Three new hires at Yogscast Games
Yogscast Games has hired Charlotte Willis, Robin Mawhinney, and Charlotte Pang for PR, production, and publishing roles. Meanwhile, Jars AI co-founders Steffen Holm and Chris Kruger have joined Roblox to support its AI tool launch in New Zealand. Sathvik Sudireddy is the new marketing manager for live services at Rockstar Games, and Joe Chard is the lead product manager at Netflix Games.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Tim Coombs rejoins Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna
This article rounds up various industry hires and transitions in August 2026. Notable appointments include Tim Coombs rejoining Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna, Dan Lazarides becoming Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Several other individuals have also moved into new roles across companies like Blizzard Entertainment, Netflix Games, and Riot Games.
