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Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for Prime Video.- 37 years after the original manga, Prime Video's new Ghost in the Shell anime might be the perfect adaptation of a…Prime Video's new Ghost in the Shell anime, produced by Studio Saru, is discussed as a potentially perfect adaptation of the original manga. This new series leans into the humor and lighthearted tone of Masamune Shirow's work, a departure from the more philosophical and somber tone of previous adaptations like Mamoru Oshii's 1995 film.
- Robert Kirkman "personally" stopped his own Invincible script being turned into a movie because it was…Creator Robert Kirkman revealed that he personally halted the development of an Invincible movie because he found the script to be "absolutely horrible." While a live-action movie is still a possibility, Kirkman stated that the current focus is on the successful Prime Video animated series, which has been renewed through season 6.
- Prime Video announces Invincible season 6, casts The Boys star as villainPrime Video has confirmed that the animated superhero series Invincible will return for a sixth season. Additionally, it was announced that Jack Quaid, known for his role in The Boys, will voice the villain Gravitator in the upcoming fifth season. Creator Robert Kirkman revealed Quaid's casting and a first look at the character at the Annecy festival.
- Despite flopping at the box office, Masters of the Universe could get a sequel for a surprising reasonDespite a poor box office performance, a sequel to the Masters of the Universe movie is being considered by Amazon, potentially for its Prime Video streaming service. While the film has only grossed $102 million, Amazon executives have expressed satisfaction with the project's potential to build awareness and engagement beyond its theatrical run. The post-credits scene also sets up a potential appearance for She-Ra, further fueling sequel possibilities.
- Fallout season 3 adds Star Wars actor to cast, and fans are celebrating: "The man has flexibility"Prime Video's Fallout series has added Manny Jacinto, Emily Mortimer, and Thomasin McKenzie to its cast for the upcoming third season in recurring roles. Fans are particularly excited about Jacinto's addition, praising his acting range. The new cast members join previously announced additions like Aaron Paul, while returning stars include Ella Purnell and Walton Goggins.
- Fallout Season 3 Adds More Big Names To Its CastPrime Video's Fallout TV show is expanding its cast for the third season with the addition of Manny Jacinto, Emily Mortimer, and Thomasin McKenzie in recurring roles. They join previously announced cast member Aaron Paul, with production set to begin soon in Los Angeles. The article also briefly mentions that Fallout 5 is in development but will not be released until after The Elder Scrolls 6.
- New Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer sees Tom Holland's Peter Parker start to lose control as an invisible villain…A new trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day showcases Tom Holland's Peter Parker struggling with his powers and facing an invisible villain. The film, which follows Peter after Doctor Strange wiped him from everyone's memory, sees him trying to protect the city while his friends move on. The movie is set to release on July 31, with early screenings on July 29.
- Homelander and Butcher stars respond to fan-made alternate The Boys ending, but we're almost certain they are being…The Boys stars Antony Starr and Karl Urban have playfully responded to a fan-made alternate ending video for the series, which depicted Homelander causing widespread destruction. While their comments were interpreted by some fans as genuine dissatisfaction with the actual finale, it is highly likely they were being sarcastic, a tactic they have used before to troll audiences.
- Kimiko has a nod to the comics in the final episode of The Boys, and you probably missed itIn the final episode of The Boys, Kimiko uses sign language to communicate with Billy Butcher, a moment that actress Karen Fukuhara suggested as a nod to the original comics. This scene differs from the comics where Kimiko speaks a single line to stop Butcher from eliminating all Supes, a role later filled by Hughie in the show. The article highlights this subtle callback and its significance to the character's arc.
- Ella Purnell's first Fallout experience was being terrified by the "scary graphics" on New VegasActress Ella Purnell's initial encounter with the Fallout franchise was reportedly a frightening one, with her finding the graphics in Fallout: New Vegas to be too scary. Her Yellowjackets co-star Sophie Thatcher shared this anecdote, also recounting a failed attempt to create Sims versions of the cast. Thatcher, a self-proclaimed gaming enthusiast, also shared her awe at meeting Hideo Kojima.
- The Boys creator Eric Kripke says he has seen the finale backlash online, but still stands by it: "It was the story…The Boys showrunner Eric Kripke has addressed the backlash to the season 5 finale, stating he stands by his creative decisions despite online criticism. He acknowledges fan disappointment but emphasizes that the finale told the story he intended and that passionate debate signifies engagement with the work.
- The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (June 5-7)This week's streaming releases from June 5-7 include new movies and returning series across major platforms like Netflix, HBO Max, and Apple TV Plus. Highlights include the new Apple TV Plus series Cape Fear, the return of The Legend of Vox Machina on Prime Video, and Pixar's Hoppers on Disney Plus.
- Spider-Noir star Nicolas Cage has revealed his favorite live-action Spider-Man, and it's not who I was expectingActor Nicolas Cage revealed his favorite live-action Spider-Man is Andrew Garfield, praising his performance in The Amazing Spider-Man films. Cage, who has a history with superhero roles and plays Spider-Noir, believes Garfield's portrayal was the best in cinema, a view that contrasts with common fan rankings.
- Spider-Noir star Nicolas Cage was "adamant" about not doing TV, until he watched Breaking BadNicolas Cage, star of the upcoming Prime Video series Spider-Noir, revealed that he was initially hesitant to do television work. However, watching "Breaking Bad" convinced him of the medium's potential for character development. He found the eight-hour narrative format of "Spider-Noir" allowed for a depth of character exploration not possible in film.
- Invincible voice actor still doesn't know why his role was recast for season 4: "There was maybe a little…Andrew Rannells, the original voice of William Clockwell in Invincible, has stated he is unsure why he was recast for season 4 with Brandon Scott Jones. Several other guest stars, including Zachary Quinto and Jonathan Groff, were also replaced in the latest season. It remains unclear if Rannells or other original cast members will return for the confirmed season 5.
- The Rings of Power season 4 is in development with hopes to film in 2027, but there's no official greenlight on the…The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 4 is reportedly in development with plans to begin pre-production in fall and filming in early 2027, though it has not yet received an official greenlight. Season 3 is set to premiere on November 11. Separately, two new Lord of the Rings films are in the works: The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, directed by Andy Serkis, and another film set after The Return of the King co-written by Stephen Colbert.
- How to watch Spider-Noir in black and white on Prime VideoThis guide explains how to watch the new Prime Video series Spider-Noir in its 'Authentic Black and White' mode, in addition to the standard full-color version. The option to switch between viewing modes is available when selecting an episode or within the settings menu during playback.
- It's the Stranger Things finale all over again as The Boys fans seem to be creating their own Conformity GateFans of The Boys are creating their own alternate endings using AI and spreading theories about secret finales, similar to a phenomenon seen with Stranger Things. This behavior stems from disappointment with the actual finale of The Boys, which showrunner Eric Kripke acknowledged had a smaller scale due to budget constraints compared to shows like Game of Thrones.
- Is Spider-Noir connected to the Spider-Verse movies?The live-action series Spider-Noir, starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly, is not a direct continuation of Sony's animated Spider-Verse movies. While Cage reprises his role as a Spider-Man variant, the show features a different character and narrative from the animated films, which introduced Peter Parker's Spider-Man Noir.
- The Boys actor shares behind the scenes video of the show's final shot, and it couldn't have been a better…Actor Laz Alonso shared a behind-the-scenes video of the final shot filmed for The Boys season 5, which featured Karl Urban's character Billy Butcher. Showrunner Eric Kripke discussed his approach to concluding the series, aiming for a recognizable world rather than a post-apocalyptic one. The article also references a review of the season finale.