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Skydance launches employee Voluntary Buyout Program following merger
Skydance has launched a voluntary buyout program for employees following its merger with Paramount and Warner Bros. The program offers financial and career support to staff who choose to leave, with rumors suggesting it precedes potential forced layoffs as the two companies integrate.
Clayface star teases the film makes you question "where your ethical line is" on Matt Hagen's violent…
Director James Watkins and actors Tom Rhys Harries, Naomi Ackie, and Max Minghella discuss the upcoming film Clayface, highlighting its exploration of ethical boundaries and the protagonist's descent into extreme revenge. The film aims to make audiences question their own morals as Matt Hagen's actions become increasingly violent, despite his sympathetic origins and the audience's initial investment in his journey.
It: Welcome to Derry season 2 showrunner teases "very bloody" and "very different" season, described as a "gangster picture" told "through the lens of Pennywise"
Showrunner Brad Caleb Kane has revealed that season 2 of It: Welcome to Derry will be set in 1935 during the Depression and will adopt a "gangster picture" style told "through the lens of Pennywise." The season is described as "very different" and "very, very bloody" compared to season 1, with multiple scripts already in development.
Who is Matt Hagen? DC villain Clayface, explained
This article explains the origin story of the DC villain Clayface, focusing on the character Matt Hagen. It details his transformation from a Hollywood actor into the shapeshifting villain, drawing inspiration from Batman: The Animated Series and contrasting it with his comic book origins. The piece also touches on his future appearances in the DCU.
Hideo Kojima sympathizes with Tom Cruise after Digger flop – people also wrote off Death Stranding without playing it, and he thinks the film is similar to Metal Gear Solid 2
Hideo Kojima drew parallels between the critical reception of Tom Cruise's film Digger and his own game Death Stranding, suggesting both were misunderstood and unfairly labeled. He noted how Digger, like Metal Gear Solid 2, explores future anxieties amplified by AI and social media, and how public discourse often forms opinions without full engagement.
"It's less risky to be the masters of our own fate" – The AAA developers going indie
Former AAA developers from studios like Player First Games and Warner Bros are transitioning to the indie scene due to widespread industry layoffs and the challenges of free-to-play user acquisition. Despite pay cuts and market risks, many find the creative freedom and control over their projects more rewarding, forming new studios like Airlock Games and Big Dumb Games to pursue their passions.
The top 5 movies you need to watch in October 2026
October 2026 is set to be a packed month for movie releases, featuring a mix of horror, action, and superhero films. Highlights include the horror flick 'Other Mommy,' the action-comedy 'Matchbox: The Movie,' the survival thriller 'Whalefall,' and the DCU body horror film 'Clayface.' The list also notes the upcoming 'Street Fighter' movie, following the success of 'Resident Evil.'
First Hunt for Gollum set photos take us back to the Shire with a fresh glimpse at Elijah Wood's Frodo
First-look images from the upcoming Lord of the Rings prequel, The Hunt for Gollum, have been released, showcasing the Shire and confirming the return of Elijah Wood as Frodo. The film, set before the original trilogy, also features Andy Serkis directing and reprising his role as Gollum, alongside other returning and new cast members. The movie is scheduled for release on December 17, 2027.
Guillermo del Toro says Tom Cruise's new movie is "great" as he shuts down weird rumor circulating about…
Guillermo del Toro has praised Tom Cruise's upcoming movie "Digger," calling it "great" and debunking a rumor that it is a musical. The film, directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, stars Cruise as a wealthy oil tycoon and is set to be released next month. The black comedy also features Riz Ahmed, John Goodman, and Sandra Hüller.
Despite ruling out playing James Bond, Henry Cavill is set to play a spy for the fourth time
Henry Cavill is set to star as a spy for the fourth time in a new untitled comedy film, directed by McG. The movie reportedly features Cavill and Kevin Hart as rival spies whose lives become intertwined when their wives befriend each other. Cavill previously expressed interest in playing a Bond villain and is also working on Highlander and Warhammer 40,000 adaptations.
The Flash movie was supposed to feature a Bruce Wayne who never became Batman, and it actually makes a lot more sense
A previously considered script for The Flash, written by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, featured a Bruce Wayne who never became Batman, instead existing as a billionaire party boy. While this element did not make it into the final film, which used Michael Keaton's Batman, the writers believe their version would have made more sense within the movie's alternate reality.
'Claude Strife': DLSS 5 has escaped into the wild, and things are immediately weird
A pre-release version of Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology has surfaced, leading to unusual and sometimes comedic visual results when implemented in games like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Starfield. Unlike previous DLSS versions that focused on upscaling, DLSS 5 uses AI image generation to alter artwork, sometimes resulting in an aging or overly detailed effect on characters, sparking divided opinions among players.
Mortal Kombat movie director says the third movie is in limbo after the sequel's mediocre box office result
Director Simon McQuoid has confirmed that the third Mortal Kombat movie is in limbo due to the sequel's mediocre box office performance. Despite Mortal Kombat 2 being a critical improvement and setting up future plotlines, its global earnings fell short of expectations. McQuoid also expressed interest in pursuing other projects outside the Mortal Kombat franchise.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (July 24-26)
This guide highlights six new movies and shows available on streaming services like Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, and Apple TV+ for the weekend of July 24-26. Featured titles include the movies Masters of the Universe and Mortal Kombat 2, the sports comedy The Dink, and new seasons of Ransom Canyon, Pompeii: Out of Time, and The Crow Girl.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Apple TV, Disney Plus and more (July 3-5)
This guide highlights new shows and movies available on streaming services like Netflix, Disney Plus, and Apple TV from July 3-5. Featured releases include X-Men '97 season 2 on Disney Plus, Enola Holmes 3 on Netflix, and Silo season 3 on Apple TV, alongside other film and series additions.
The DCU gets its first Rotten Tomatoes score failure after 2 movies with Supergirl, something that took the MCU 13 years…
The new DC Universe film 'Supergirl' has received its first Rotten Tomatoes score below 60%, marking a 'rotten' score. This is a notable early failure for the DCU, as it took the Marvel Cinematic Universe 13 years and 26 movies to achieve a similar critical reception with 'Eternals'. 'Supergirl' currently holds a 57% score, though this may fluctuate with more reviews.
DC Studios greenlights Absolute Batman animated series with creator Scott Snyder as showrunner
DC Studios and Warner Bros have greenlit an animated series based on the comic Absolute Batman, with creator Scott Snyder serving as showrunner. The series reimagines a younger Bruce Wayne and was announced at the 2026 Annecy International Animation Festival alongside other DC animated projects. This new series adds to the growing slate of DC animated shows, though only Creature Commandos is currently considered canon to the DCU.
Supergirl is tracking to earn less than The Flash in its opening weekend
Pre-release tracking indicates that the upcoming DC film Supergirl is projected to earn approximately $51 million in its opening weekend in the US. This figure is expected to be less than The Flash's $55 million opening in 2023, though Supergirl has a smaller production and marketing budget compared to Superman's $125 million debut. Early critical reactions to Supergirl have been positive.
George Miller reportedly wants to make a final Mad Max movie and TV show, but Fury Road distributor Warner Bros has…
Director George Miller is reportedly seeking to sell the Mad Max franchise after Warner Bros declined to produce a final movie and TV show. Warner Bros, the traditional distributor, reportedly lost money on the recent prequel Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Interested parties including Universal, Amazon, and Sony are reportedly being approached.
James Gunn addresses silliest Supergirl complaint
Director James Gunn addressed fan complaints regarding Supergirl's ear piercings in the upcoming DC Universe film. He explained that her powers are affected by red suns, allowing for piercings, similar to how Superman shaves with heat vision. Actress Milly Alcock also discussed her portrayal of Supergirl as a flawed hero.