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Warner Bros. Pictures business and news from across the web.- Supergirl’s Milly Alcock Reacts To Seeing Her Fortnite SkinEpic Games is bringing Milly Alcock's Supergirl character, along with her dog Krypto, to Fortnite as part of a collaboration with DC Comics and Warner Bros. Alcock shared her excitement and humorous requests for players using her in-game skin. The Supergirl outfit arrives in Fortnite shortly before her movie's release, and the article also mentions the return of The Simpsons content to the game later this year.
- James Gunn says he pitched the Jimmy Olsen and Gorilla Grodd show to Warner Bros. before he "even started at…James Gunn has confirmed that a television project combining the characters Jimmy Olsen and Gorilla Grodd is in development for the DC Universe. He stated that the concept was pitched before he officially began his role at DC Studios and that filming is set to commence soon. Gunn also clarified that a previously reported project title, 'DC Crime,' was never associated with this development.
- The Batman 2 cryptic behind-the-scenes image may have confirmed the sequel's villainsDirector Matt Reeves shared a behind-the-scenes image for The Batman 2 featuring a Funko Pop and a digital clock displaying 8:12 AM. Fans speculate this is a clue referencing Scott Snyder's comic runs, potentially hinting at the inclusion of the Court of Owls or elements from Detective Comics #812 as the sequel's villains. The film is scheduled for release on October 1, 2027.
- Evil Dead Burn had a scene so violent it was cut to get an R-rating: "The director’s cut will be way more…Director Sébastien Vaniček revealed that a scene in the upcoming horror film Evil Dead Burn was too violent to receive an R-rating and had to be cut. While the theatrical version will still contain significant gore, Vaniček plans to release a more brutal director's cut at a later date. The film follows a grieving woman who encounters Deadites at her in-laws' home.
- Business and FinanceThe Department of Justice has approved the deal involving Paramount, Skydance, and Warner Bros., which will place American Media under the control of the Ellison family. Separately, a former Community Manager for Destiny 2 claims that Bungie was on the verge of closure before recent events.
- DoJ approves Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. deal, cementing Ellison family control of American mediaThe Department of Justice has approved the deal involving Paramount, Skydance, and Warner Bros., which will solidify the Ellison family's control over American media. This development has raised concerns about the future of the film, television, and news industries.
- Supergirl writer says the upcoming DCU movie is "completely different" from her DCEU Supergirl script:…Supergirl screenwriter Ana Nogueira stated that the script for the upcoming DC Universe movie is entirely new and does not carry over any elements from her previous script for the cancelled DCEU Supergirl film starring Sasha Calle. The new Supergirl, based on the comic "The Woman of Tomorrow" and starring Milly Alcock, will be a fresh take on the character, differing significantly from Calle's portrayal. The film is scheduled for release on June 26, 2026.
- Elijah Wood says upcoming Lord of the Rings movie The Hunt for Gollum feels like "a family reunion," although…Elijah Wood described returning to play Frodo Baggins in the upcoming film The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum as a "family reunion" with original cast and crew. The film, set to release on December 17, 2027, will focus on Gollum's search for the One Ring after losing it. Wood will have a smaller role, but is excited to reunite with friends and spend time in New Zealand.
- Paramount unveils new 'unified' Paramount Games StudioParamount has launched Paramount Games Studio, a unified entity encompassing all its existing gaming studios, including Skydance Interactive and Skydance New Media. The studio aims to create games across various player types and leverage Paramount's intellectual property. Two games were announced: Platinum Games' Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game.
- Supergirl opening weekend box office predictions put the DC movie below The Mandalorian and Grogu and SupermanPredictions for the Supergirl movie's opening weekend suggest a domestic box office of $55 million and above, which would place it below The Mandalorian and Grogu and its predecessor, Superman. The Super Mario Bros. Movie currently holds the record for the highest opening weekend of the year. Supergirl is set to release on June 26.
- Man of Tomorrow leak suggests Brainiac has Lex Luthor in his sights, not SupermanA leak from the set of Superman: Man of Tomorrow suggests that the villain Brainiac will target Lex Luthor rather than Superman. A video appears to show Brainiac demanding Luthor's surrender to avoid the destruction of Metropolis. Director James Gunn has previously discussed the philosophical opposition between Superman and Brainiac.
- Official Supergirl art includes an obscure Star Wars alien, and we're not quite sure how it got thereOfficial Supergirl artwork by Bilquis Evely has been noted to include an alien resembling Lexo Sooger from Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The inclusion appears to be an accidental crossover, with fans pointing out the striking similarity between the characters. The artwork is for the upcoming Supergirl movie.
- Supergirl's Jason Momoa teases Lobo's involvement in future DCU movies, but says Lobo and Superman have crossed paths before: "We'll see what the future holds"Jason Momoa, set to portray Lobo in the upcoming Supergirl film, has teased potential future interactions between his character and Superman within James Gunn's DC Universe. Momoa suggested that Lobo and Superman may have already crossed paths, hinting at future on-screen encounters. The actor previously played Aquaman in the DCEU but is now taking on a new role in the rebooted DCU.
- Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knights swoops onto Switch 2 this autumn, and its first major DLC arrives the same dayLego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will be released for the Nintendo Switch on September 18th, with its first major DLC, Mayhem Collection, also launching on the same day for Deluxe Edition owners across Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game was previously released for Xbox Series X/S and PC last month.
- LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight reveals Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailerWarner Bros. and TT Games have announced that LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 18, 2026. The action-adventure game features an original story focusing on Batman's origins and his rogues' gallery, with players able to utilize various Batmobiles and gadgets in an open-world Gotham City.
- Robert Pattinson says the delay of The Batman 2 production is to thank for his stacked 2026 filmographyRobert Pattinson revealed that the repeated delays in the production of The Batman 2 led him to accept roles in numerous other films, resulting in a packed 2026 filmography. He discussed his intense preparation for the sequel and the criticism he faced regarding his physique in the first film. The Batman 2 is now set to begin production this month, with a theatrical release scheduled for October 1, 2027.
- Robert Pattinson's wild dead character Tenet theory was immediately shut down by his co-star: "What are you…Robert Pattinson, who starred as Neil in Christopher Nolan's film Tenet, shared a theory that his character was dead throughout the movie, which was immediately dismissed by co-star John David Washington. The article also touches on other fan theories regarding Neil's identity and his connection to Elizabeth Debicki's character, Kat.
- Mortal Kombat 2 digital release date announced, and we have an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at a new featuretteThe digital release date for Mortal Kombat 2 has been announced for June 9 in North America, with a physical release on 4K and Blu-ray set for July 28. The article includes an exclusive featurette focusing on the legacy of the Mortal Kombat games, featuring co-creator Ed Boon and the film's cast.
- Valve antitrust lawsuit reportedly reveals lengths Steam owner is willing to go to prevent cheaper prices elsewhereA new antitrust lawsuit accuses Valve of abusing its dominant position in the PC marketplace by forcing developers to maintain price parity across digital storefronts. Emails revealed in the case suggest Valve threatened to delist games like Rainbow Six Siege and removed pre-orders for Middle-earth: Shadow of War when publishers offered cheaper deals elsewhere. Valve denies having a formal price parity policy.
- A Minecraft Movie Squared will explore 'new biomes, new characters, and new mobs' and confirms Matt Berry for…During Minecraft Live, updates were shared for the upcoming film A Minecraft Movie Squared, with Jack Black and Danielle Brooke teasing new biomes, characters, and mobs. Matt Berry's role is hinted to be significant, possibly as Herobrine, and a build competition was announced where winners could have their creations featured in the movie.