We've been hearing social media buzz about a possible World War Hulk project at Marvel Studios for at least the past couple of years. Where it potentially fits into the wider Multiverse Saga is hard to say, though it seems the story isn't necessarily going to be what you'd expect.
Described by The Cosmic Circus as a "World War" storyline, the groundwork for this has supposedly been laid in Spider-Man: Far From Home, WandaVision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Black Widow, Eternals, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Ms. Marvel, She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and Secret Invasion.
The gist is that the fear world leaders have of superheroes, and the fact The Avengers are no more, will lead to an arms race of sorts which sees them attempt to create their own superhuman soldiers and teams.
This explains France's surprising decision to try and steal Vibranium from...
Described by The Cosmic Circus as a "World War" storyline, the groundwork for this has supposedly been laid in Spider-Man: Far From Home, WandaVision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Black Widow, Eternals, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Ms. Marvel, She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and Secret Invasion.
The gist is that the fear world leaders have of superheroes, and the fact The Avengers are no more, will lead to an arms race of sorts which sees them attempt to create their own superhuman soldiers and teams.
This explains France's surprising decision to try and steal Vibranium from...
- 6/7/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Every year, rumors resurface about the development of the ‘World War Hulk’ movie. These speculations have persisted for years with no apparent resolution. Recently, Ruffalo confirmed that the studio never intended to give him a solo movie, largely due to complex rights issues stemming from a decade-long struggle with Universal.
In his Discord Ama, Cosmic Circus’ Alex Perez revealed that the studio is gradually laying the groundwork for the ‘World War Hulk’ storyline, albeit in a manner that diverges from fan expectations. This approach seems logical, especially if Hulk cannot have a standalone project; the narrative would need to encompass multiple characters and various projects.
According to Alex Perez, the studio has been laying the groundwork for the “World War” storyline. This narrative has been unfolding across various projects, including ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home,’ ‘WandaVision,’ ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,’ ‘Black Widow,’ ‘Eternals,’ ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home,’ ‘Ms. Marvel,...
In his Discord Ama, Cosmic Circus’ Alex Perez revealed that the studio is gradually laying the groundwork for the ‘World War Hulk’ storyline, albeit in a manner that diverges from fan expectations. This approach seems logical, especially if Hulk cannot have a standalone project; the narrative would need to encompass multiple characters and various projects.
According to Alex Perez, the studio has been laying the groundwork for the “World War” storyline. This narrative has been unfolding across various projects, including ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home,’ ‘WandaVision,’ ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,’ ‘Black Widow,’ ‘Eternals,’ ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home,’ ‘Ms. Marvel,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
With every new year come reports of the ‘World War Hulk’ movie being in development. The rumors have been circling for years now with seemingly no end in sight.
Recently, Ruffalo confirmed that the studio never planned to give him a solo movie, due to the complicated rights to the movie, mostly due to the decade-old tug-of-war with Universal.
Now during his Discord Ama, Cosmic Circus’ Alex Perez has stated that the studio is slowly preparing the ‘World War Hulk’ storyline, but not in a way that fans expected. Once again I have to stress that this makes sense if Hulk can’t get a solo project, that story needs to involve numerous characters and several projects.
According to Alex Perez, the studio has been setting up the so-called “World War” storyline. This storyline has been established through various projects, including ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home,’ ‘WandaVision,’ ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,...
Recently, Ruffalo confirmed that the studio never planned to give him a solo movie, due to the complicated rights to the movie, mostly due to the decade-old tug-of-war with Universal.
Now during his Discord Ama, Cosmic Circus’ Alex Perez has stated that the studio is slowly preparing the ‘World War Hulk’ storyline, but not in a way that fans expected. Once again I have to stress that this makes sense if Hulk can’t get a solo project, that story needs to involve numerous characters and several projects.
According to Alex Perez, the studio has been setting up the so-called “World War” storyline. This storyline has been established through various projects, including ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home,’ ‘WandaVision,’ ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk has had quite a wild journey in the MCU. His struggles of maintaining a personal romantic relationship with his Betty Ross and Natasha Romanoff were detailed throughout his MCU appearances. Hulk and Bruce Banner also had a conflicting relationship within one body and Banner had to merge the two and became Smart Hulk.
Mark Ruffalo as Smart Hulk in Avengers: Endgame | Marvel Studios
Avengers: Infinity War saw Thanos snapping half of all life and his consciousness transported to the soul world. There he meets a young Gamora. Similarly in a deleted scene from Avengers: Endgame, Tony Stark sees a grown-up Morgan in the soul world. While fans did not get to see who Banner would have gotten to see when he snapped, various clues and Easter eggs all point to him seeing Betty Ross.
Mark Ruffalo’s Smart Hulk Should Have Seen Betty Ross in the...
Mark Ruffalo as Smart Hulk in Avengers: Endgame | Marvel Studios
Avengers: Infinity War saw Thanos snapping half of all life and his consciousness transported to the soul world. There he meets a young Gamora. Similarly in a deleted scene from Avengers: Endgame, Tony Stark sees a grown-up Morgan in the soul world. While fans did not get to see who Banner would have gotten to see when he snapped, various clues and Easter eggs all point to him seeing Betty Ross.
Mark Ruffalo’s Smart Hulk Should Have Seen Betty Ross in the...
- 6/6/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
One of the most surprising things about Captain America: Brave New World is the fact Sam Wilson will have to match wits with The Leader.
We first met Samuel Sterns in 2008's The Incredible Hulk and learned Bruce Banner's apparent ally had some questionable beliefs when it came to science. That included creating the Abomination and, when Emil Blonsky went on a rampage in Harlem, Sterns got his own dose of Gamma poisoning after a sample of Banner's blood contaminated a wound on his head.
His head started growing and that was the last we saw of Sterns until a tie-in comic (which may or may not be considered "canon") revealed that Black Widow took him into S.H.I.E.L.D. custody.
Talking to Screen Rant, actor Tim Blake Nelson confirmed he's part of Captain America: Brave New World's reshoots and that we'll get an...
We first met Samuel Sterns in 2008's The Incredible Hulk and learned Bruce Banner's apparent ally had some questionable beliefs when it came to science. That included creating the Abomination and, when Emil Blonsky went on a rampage in Harlem, Sterns got his own dose of Gamma poisoning after a sample of Banner's blood contaminated a wound on his head.
His head started growing and that was the last we saw of Sterns until a tie-in comic (which may or may not be considered "canon") revealed that Black Widow took him into S.H.I.E.L.D. custody.
Talking to Screen Rant, actor Tim Blake Nelson confirmed he's part of Captain America: Brave New World's reshoots and that we'll get an...
- 6/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
There is simply an unfathomable amount of heroic acts that Marvel’s Avengers have committed, with respect to effectively all of their different iterations. While live-action and animated adaptations often end up giving a sense of originality to these stories, the fact that there exists around 30,000 different comics arcs means that the source material will always be several steps ahead.
Two of the Avengers have been involved in bizarre storylines. | Marvel
Whatever movie and series fans see, the comic readers have already lived through, in a number of ways and with respect to effectively every character ever created. This also includes a range of not-so-mundane storylines that have also been a part of the narrative in the past.
For example, while each of the Avengers tends to be on the good side most of the time, they also end up making a number of mistakes, which may or may not...
Two of the Avengers have been involved in bizarre storylines. | Marvel
Whatever movie and series fans see, the comic readers have already lived through, in a number of ways and with respect to effectively every character ever created. This also includes a range of not-so-mundane storylines that have also been a part of the narrative in the past.
For example, while each of the Avengers tends to be on the good side most of the time, they also end up making a number of mistakes, which may or may not...
- 6/2/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Fantasy horror Hundreds Of Beavers is to be released in the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand by Lightbulb Film Distribution, following a festival run including Fantastic Fest, Fantasia and Sitges.
The film is US director Mike Cheslik’s feature debut, and is a dialogue-free homage to silent cinema about a drunken19th century cider salesman whose stock is ruined by hungry beavers and tries to recover his fortune by becoming North America’s greatest fur trapper.
Toronto-based genre specialist Raven Banner has international sales rights. Lightbulb will release the films in UK and Irish cinemas on July 9.
Ryland Brickson Cole Tews...
The film is US director Mike Cheslik’s feature debut, and is a dialogue-free homage to silent cinema about a drunken19th century cider salesman whose stock is ruined by hungry beavers and tries to recover his fortune by becoming North America’s greatest fur trapper.
Toronto-based genre specialist Raven Banner has international sales rights. Lightbulb will release the films in UK and Irish cinemas on July 9.
Ryland Brickson Cole Tews...
- 5/30/2024
- ScreenDaily
In Marvel Comics, the Hulk has had a ton of variants ranging from the fiercest one who can destroy universes to the smart one who thinks rationally and decides to merge with Bruce Banner on an agreeable settlement, as was seen in Avengers: Endgame. However, bringing them out to live-action isn’t the easiest of tasks, and even Smart Hulk garnered some negative publicity.
Hulk in the comics. | Credit: Marvel Comics.
This negative publicity started from the fact that the way Banner was directly shown as the result of his getting merged with his angry alter-ego to become the Smart giant in green instead of showing just how this tremendous transformation took place. That said, had the Russo Brothers not ignored one crucial scene with Mark Ruffalo, this new transition would have arguably been a lot less messy.
One Mark Ruffalo Scene Could Have Made Smart Hulk Fit Better
Among...
Hulk in the comics. | Credit: Marvel Comics.
This negative publicity started from the fact that the way Banner was directly shown as the result of his getting merged with his angry alter-ego to become the Smart giant in green instead of showing just how this tremendous transformation took place. That said, had the Russo Brothers not ignored one crucial scene with Mark Ruffalo, this new transition would have arguably been a lot less messy.
One Mark Ruffalo Scene Could Have Made Smart Hulk Fit Better
Among...
- 5/25/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The Marvel Cinematic Universe, in its purest form, is a vast universe filled with multiple superheroes, alternate timelines, and an infinite number of Avengers. The MCU reached its peak in 2019 when Avengers: Endgame premiered and millions of people tuned in to watch the big fight between Thanos and the superheroes end in a final battle.
A still of Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man in Avengers: Endgame (2019) | Marvel Studios
The film managed to surpass fans’ expectations and went on to earn a billion dollars at the global box office. But we aren’t here to talk about money. We are here to talk about the big bad baddie Thanos himself. With deleted scenes and alternating timelines, there’s a theory on how Thanos could have been brought back in Avengers: Secret Wars.
Thanos Is Gone But He Isn’t Dead!
Let’s go back 5 years when you watched Iron Man...
A still of Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man in Avengers: Endgame (2019) | Marvel Studios
The film managed to surpass fans’ expectations and went on to earn a billion dollars at the global box office. But we aren’t here to talk about money. We are here to talk about the big bad baddie Thanos himself. With deleted scenes and alternating timelines, there’s a theory on how Thanos could have been brought back in Avengers: Secret Wars.
Thanos Is Gone But He Isn’t Dead!
Let’s go back 5 years when you watched Iron Man...
- 5/23/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
There are few stories that have come out of Marvel that are as influential as Old Man Logan. There is no doubt, that the company has some of superhero fiction’s greatest stories, but few have the caliber and the complexity of a piece like Old Man Logan, which follows an elderly Wolverine, who has given up the use of his claws after he was tricked into killing the X-Men and other mutants in Xavier’s Institute.
James Mangold directed Logan (2017) | Fox Studios
The comic book served as inspiration (in part) for 2017’s Logan, which saw Hugh Jackman essay the role of Fox’s version of Wolverine for the final time. The book has some of Logan’s most violent moments, one of which shows how far Logan can go even without using his claws. This particular instance had the older mutant face off against Red Skull, one who was...
James Mangold directed Logan (2017) | Fox Studios
The comic book served as inspiration (in part) for 2017’s Logan, which saw Hugh Jackman essay the role of Fox’s version of Wolverine for the final time. The book has some of Logan’s most violent moments, one of which shows how far Logan can go even without using his claws. This particular instance had the older mutant face off against Red Skull, one who was...
- 5/21/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Dwayne Johnson is reminding fans of his original “The Rock” title for his indie moment in “The Smashing Machine.”
Johnson stars as Mma legend Mark Kerr, who infamously struggled with an addiction to painkillers. Benny Safdie marks his solo directorial debut with the A24 feature. Safdie penned the script based on Kerr’s real-life story and rise in the UFC. Per the initial A24 announcement, Johnson’s most dramatic project yet follows Mma fighter Kerr’s career peak during the “no-holds-barred era of the UFC” in 2000. Kerr was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion.
Kerr was previously the subject of the 2002 documentary also titled “The Smashing Machine,” which detailed his Mma career fighting in Vale Tudo, the UFC, and Pride.
Johnson and Safdie have been collaborators on the project since Johnson’s Seven Bucks Productions acquired the rights in 2019. A24 later joined as a partner in 2023. Johnson and Dany Garcia...
Johnson stars as Mma legend Mark Kerr, who infamously struggled with an addiction to painkillers. Benny Safdie marks his solo directorial debut with the A24 feature. Safdie penned the script based on Kerr’s real-life story and rise in the UFC. Per the initial A24 announcement, Johnson’s most dramatic project yet follows Mma fighter Kerr’s career peak during the “no-holds-barred era of the UFC” in 2000. Kerr was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion.
Kerr was previously the subject of the 2002 documentary also titled “The Smashing Machine,” which detailed his Mma career fighting in Vale Tudo, the UFC, and Pride.
Johnson and Safdie have been collaborators on the project since Johnson’s Seven Bucks Productions acquired the rights in 2019. A24 later joined as a partner in 2023. Johnson and Dany Garcia...
- 5/21/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
The development of ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ has faced challenges, experiencing multiple delays due to poor test screenings and the SAG-AFTRA strike, leading to significant story revisions.
Details on the plot remain scarce, except for a brief clip shown at CinemaCon. Notably, the film is expected to feature Harrison Ford as Thunderbolt Ross, Tim Blake Nelson as The Leader, select members of the Serpent Society, and Red Hulk.
Talking about ‘The Leader,’ some time back, we shared a marketing concept of the character’s appearance, which left fans rather unimpressed. However, in a recent episode of Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum, Tim Blake Nelson dropped a surprising revelation. He mentioned that The Leader will primarily rely on practical effects, aiming to minimize the use of CGI as much as possible.
The Leader will be done “as practically as possible, with an absence of digital… stuff.
This is certainly promising news,...
Details on the plot remain scarce, except for a brief clip shown at CinemaCon. Notably, the film is expected to feature Harrison Ford as Thunderbolt Ross, Tim Blake Nelson as The Leader, select members of the Serpent Society, and Red Hulk.
Talking about ‘The Leader,’ some time back, we shared a marketing concept of the character’s appearance, which left fans rather unimpressed. However, in a recent episode of Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum, Tim Blake Nelson dropped a surprising revelation. He mentioned that The Leader will primarily rely on practical effects, aiming to minimize the use of CGI as much as possible.
The Leader will be done “as practically as possible, with an absence of digital… stuff.
This is certainly promising news,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Captain America: Brave New World’ has had a troubled development. The movie was delayed multiple times due to bad test screenings and the SAG-AFTRA strike and much of the story has been rewritten.
Little is known about the plot of the movie, except for the brief clip that was shown during CinemaCon. We know that we can expect Harrison Ford’s Thunderbolt Ross, Tim Blake Nelson’s The Leader, some members of the Serpent Society, and Red Hulk.
Speaking of ‘The Leader’ some time ago we shared with you a marketing concept of what the character should look like, and fans were pretty much underwhelmed. Now Time Blake Nelson during an episode of Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum revealed something surprising.
According to him, The Leader will be made with practical effects with as little CGI used as possible.
The Leader will be done “as practically as possible,...
Little is known about the plot of the movie, except for the brief clip that was shown during CinemaCon. We know that we can expect Harrison Ford’s Thunderbolt Ross, Tim Blake Nelson’s The Leader, some members of the Serpent Society, and Red Hulk.
Speaking of ‘The Leader’ some time ago we shared with you a marketing concept of what the character should look like, and fans were pretty much underwhelmed. Now Time Blake Nelson during an episode of Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum revealed something surprising.
According to him, The Leader will be made with practical effects with as little CGI used as possible.
The Leader will be done “as practically as possible,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Raven Banner Entertainment will launch international sales at the Cannes Film Market for Steven Kostanski’s latest feature “Frankie Freako.”
Kostanski’s previous feature “Psycho Goreman” premiered at SXSW in 2020 and gathered a cult following worldwide. Reviewing the film for Variety, critic Owen Gleiberman described the film as “‘The Toxic Avenger’ remade by the Robert Rodriguez of ‘Spy Kids.'”
“Frankie Freako” is described by Raven Banner as Kostanki’s homage to the practical-fx-driven monster horror-comedies of the 1980s like “Gremlins 2” and “Ghoulies 3: Ghoulies Go to College.” It tells the story of workaholic yuppie Conor Sweeney whose perfect life is turned upside down when he accidentally unleashes a trio of tiny trouble-makers into his home, led by the maniacal rock-n-roll party monster Frankie Freako. It’s a race against time as Conor must defeat the trio and clean up their trail of destruction before his wife returns from her weekend work trip,...
Kostanski’s previous feature “Psycho Goreman” premiered at SXSW in 2020 and gathered a cult following worldwide. Reviewing the film for Variety, critic Owen Gleiberman described the film as “‘The Toxic Avenger’ remade by the Robert Rodriguez of ‘Spy Kids.'”
“Frankie Freako” is described by Raven Banner as Kostanki’s homage to the practical-fx-driven monster horror-comedies of the 1980s like “Gremlins 2” and “Ghoulies 3: Ghoulies Go to College.” It tells the story of workaholic yuppie Conor Sweeney whose perfect life is turned upside down when he accidentally unleashes a trio of tiny trouble-makers into his home, led by the maniacal rock-n-roll party monster Frankie Freako. It’s a race against time as Conor must defeat the trio and clean up their trail of destruction before his wife returns from her weekend work trip,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Edward Norton’s The Incredible Hulk was not as bad of a movie, nor was Norton a bad Hulk. In fact, many Marvel fans would love to have him as the Green Goliath instead of MCU’s Mark Ruffalo. Since the past decade, fans have been wanting to see more of the meaner and scarier Hulk instead of Ruffalo’s toned-down, friendlier version that we got in recent years.
Edward Norton’s Hulk in The Incredible Hulk
So while fans might never get Edward Norton’s version of Hulk back, a notorious villain from the movie will be making his way to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Known as Mr Blue, Samuel Sterns will be the antagonist in Harrison Ford’s MCU debut film, Captain America: Brave New World.
Mr. Blue To Make MCU Debut in Harrison Ford’s Marvel Flick
Samuel Sterns aka The Leader in The Incredible Hulk
The Incredible Hulk,...
Edward Norton’s Hulk in The Incredible Hulk
So while fans might never get Edward Norton’s version of Hulk back, a notorious villain from the movie will be making his way to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Known as Mr Blue, Samuel Sterns will be the antagonist in Harrison Ford’s MCU debut film, Captain America: Brave New World.
Mr. Blue To Make MCU Debut in Harrison Ford’s Marvel Flick
Samuel Sterns aka The Leader in The Incredible Hulk
The Incredible Hulk,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Mark Ruffalo has been playing the role of Bruce Banner a.k.a Hulk in the MCU since The Avengers. The actor replaced Edward Norton after his appearance in The Incredible Hulk. Since then, Ruffalo has appeared in all the Avengers films, as well as Thor: Ragnarok and the Disney Plus series She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.
While the actor has been an irreplaceable part of the Og Avengers, he is one of the few to not receive a solo outing yet. The MCU has also not explored much more dangerous and scarier versions of the Hulk, who has gone berzerk multiple times in the comics. Fans especially want Kevin Feige to introduce Maestro, who was already seen in the game Marvel’s Avengers.
Maestro Might Just Be The Scariest Iteration of Hulk Maestro Hulk in Marvel’s Avengers
The game Marvel’s Avengers was released in 2020 and saw the Avengers...
While the actor has been an irreplaceable part of the Og Avengers, he is one of the few to not receive a solo outing yet. The MCU has also not explored much more dangerous and scarier versions of the Hulk, who has gone berzerk multiple times in the comics. Fans especially want Kevin Feige to introduce Maestro, who was already seen in the game Marvel’s Avengers.
Maestro Might Just Be The Scariest Iteration of Hulk Maestro Hulk in Marvel’s Avengers
The game Marvel’s Avengers was released in 2020 and saw the Avengers...
- 4/29/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
These days, many fans know Mark Ruffalo for two major reasons. First is his portrayal of the mighty green Avenger, The Hulk, and second is hilariously giving away major plot points from whatever movie he stars in. However, his fanbase extends beyond the realm of gamma radiation and super strength.
Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner
The MCU itself is a global phenomenon, having raked in a staggering $30 billion at the global box office. However, Ruffalo, one of its most important cast members, does not believe that the MCU is his biggest claim to fame.
Fans See Mark Ruffalo As More of Matty Flamhaff From 13 Going on 30 Than Hulk From MCU
A still from 13 Going on 30
Mark Ruffalo, or whom many know as the Incredible Hulk, might actually be more recognized for a completely different role. Believe it or not, it seems many fans associate Ruffalo more with his character Matty...
Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner
The MCU itself is a global phenomenon, having raked in a staggering $30 billion at the global box office. However, Ruffalo, one of its most important cast members, does not believe that the MCU is his biggest claim to fame.
Fans See Mark Ruffalo As More of Matty Flamhaff From 13 Going on 30 Than Hulk From MCU
A still from 13 Going on 30
Mark Ruffalo, or whom many know as the Incredible Hulk, might actually be more recognized for a completely different role. Believe it or not, it seems many fans associate Ruffalo more with his character Matty...
- 4/28/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
Actor Harrison Ford plays Marvel Studios 'Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross', aka 'Red Hulk', replacing late actor William Hurt in the upcoming live-action superhero features "Captain America: New World Order" and "Thunderbolts":
"...'General Thaddeus E. 'Thunderbolt' Ross (aka 'Red Hulk') is a United States military officer, the father of 'Betty Ross', ex-father-in-law of 'Glenn Talbot', father-in-law of 'Bruce Banner'…
“…and the head of the gamma bomb project that turned Banner into the 'Hulk'.
"After the creation of the Hulk, Ross pursues the creature with a growing obsession, and, after learning that Banner and the Hulk are one and the same, Ross hunts Banner as well.
"In 2008, Ross was transformed into the Red Hulk to better combat his nemesis..."
Cast of the new film also includes Anthony Mackie as 'Sam Wilson'/'Captain America', Danny Ramirez as 'Joaquín Torres'/'Falcon', Tim Blake Nelson as 'Samuel Sterns'/'Leader'...
...Carl Lumbly as 'Isaiah Bradley...
"...'General Thaddeus E. 'Thunderbolt' Ross (aka 'Red Hulk') is a United States military officer, the father of 'Betty Ross', ex-father-in-law of 'Glenn Talbot', father-in-law of 'Bruce Banner'…
“…and the head of the gamma bomb project that turned Banner into the 'Hulk'.
"After the creation of the Hulk, Ross pursues the creature with a growing obsession, and, after learning that Banner and the Hulk are one and the same, Ross hunts Banner as well.
"In 2008, Ross was transformed into the Red Hulk to better combat his nemesis..."
Cast of the new film also includes Anthony Mackie as 'Sam Wilson'/'Captain America', Danny Ramirez as 'Joaquín Torres'/'Falcon', Tim Blake Nelson as 'Samuel Sterns'/'Leader'...
...Carl Lumbly as 'Isaiah Bradley...
- 4/25/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
‘The Marvels’ is the latest movie in the MCU. It continues Carol Danvers’ story and puts a spotlight on Kamala Khan and Monica Rambeau, who became notable characters in Phase 4 of the MCU.
Despite its importance for the future of the cinematic universe, ‘The Marvels’ didn’t do well at the box office. Carol Danvers dealt with her issues with the Kree, Monica Rambeau got stuck in a parallel universe, hinting at future X-Men developments, and Kamala Khan was seen recruiting the next generation of Avengers for the upcoming ‘Young Avengers’ project. However, Carol Danvers didn’t seem to have a clear purpose by the end of the movie.
Recently, there have been rumors circulating that ‘Captain Marvel 3’ might not happen because the studio is prioritizing guaranteed successes. So, what could happen to one of the strongest Avengers? According to Alex Perez, a well-known source of leaks, Carol will have...
Despite its importance for the future of the cinematic universe, ‘The Marvels’ didn’t do well at the box office. Carol Danvers dealt with her issues with the Kree, Monica Rambeau got stuck in a parallel universe, hinting at future X-Men developments, and Kamala Khan was seen recruiting the next generation of Avengers for the upcoming ‘Young Avengers’ project. However, Carol Danvers didn’t seem to have a clear purpose by the end of the movie.
Recently, there have been rumors circulating that ‘Captain Marvel 3’ might not happen because the studio is prioritizing guaranteed successes. So, what could happen to one of the strongest Avengers? According to Alex Perez, a well-known source of leaks, Carol will have...
- 3/27/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘The Marvels’ is the latest movie in the MCU. The movie was both a continuation of the Danvers’ story as well as a spotlight on Kamala Khan and Monica Rambeau who established themselves as notable characters during Phase 4 of the MCU.
‘The Marvels’ did flop despite being one of the most important movies for the future of the cinematic universe. Carol Danvers managed to get over her anger toward the Kree and restarted their star, Monica Rambeau was stuck in some parallel universe, providing us with an incredibly important post-credits scene for the future of X-Men. Kamala Khan was seen recruiting the next generations of Avengers for the currently in development – the ‘Young Avengers’ project. It seems that Carol Danvers was the only one who didn’t have a clear purpose at the end of the movie.
Recently, rumors also started spreading that ‘Captain Marvel 3’ won’t see the light...
‘The Marvels’ did flop despite being one of the most important movies for the future of the cinematic universe. Carol Danvers managed to get over her anger toward the Kree and restarted their star, Monica Rambeau was stuck in some parallel universe, providing us with an incredibly important post-credits scene for the future of X-Men. Kamala Khan was seen recruiting the next generations of Avengers for the currently in development – the ‘Young Avengers’ project. It seems that Carol Danvers was the only one who didn’t have a clear purpose at the end of the movie.
Recently, rumors also started spreading that ‘Captain Marvel 3’ won’t see the light...
- 3/27/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Ever since the release of the last MCU film, which was none other than the infamous The Marvels, there have been rumors going around that claimed actress Brie Larson’s days as Carol Danvers, aka Captain Marvel, had come to an end.
But at the time, there were no concrete pieces of evidence to support these claims, and as new reports started to roll in, it seemed less likely that the character or the actress was going anywhere.
Brie Larson in and as Captain Marvel
As new information has started to flow in, it seems like Captain Marvel may have a lot more to do in the franchise in the future. New insider reports claim Danvers may seek the help of Sorcerer Supreme Wong as well as Bruce Banner to help understand the powers of The Quantum Bands while also attempting to bring back Monica Rambeau to the main MCU universe.
But at the time, there were no concrete pieces of evidence to support these claims, and as new reports started to roll in, it seemed less likely that the character or the actress was going anywhere.
Brie Larson in and as Captain Marvel
As new information has started to flow in, it seems like Captain Marvel may have a lot more to do in the franchise in the future. New insider reports claim Danvers may seek the help of Sorcerer Supreme Wong as well as Bruce Banner to help understand the powers of The Quantum Bands while also attempting to bring back Monica Rambeau to the main MCU universe.
- 3/26/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk had one of the most stagnant character arcs in the MCU, despite the hero being a crucial part of the Avengers team. While behind-the-scenes issues played a major part in the MCU’s failure to explore this character, even solving those issues may no longer help Hulk’s story. The universe has already introduced another superhero dealing with multiple personality disorder — Oscar Isaac’s Moon Knight — which undermines the Hulk’s defining characteristic from the comics.
Mark Ruffalo as Hulk in a still from Thor: Ragnarok
The MCU is currently running with the Smart Hulk story, something they introduced in Avengers: Endgame. Interestingly, Marvel chose not to show the transition of the character into his smart self, even deleting one heartwarming scene in Avengers: Infinity War.
Oscar Isaac’s Moon Knight Overshadows One Core Hulk Characteristic
Oscar Isaac’s Moon Knight overshadowed one crucial Hulk character arc
In Marvel Comics,...
Mark Ruffalo as Hulk in a still from Thor: Ragnarok
The MCU is currently running with the Smart Hulk story, something they introduced in Avengers: Endgame. Interestingly, Marvel chose not to show the transition of the character into his smart self, even deleting one heartwarming scene in Avengers: Infinity War.
Oscar Isaac’s Moon Knight Overshadows One Core Hulk Characteristic
Oscar Isaac’s Moon Knight overshadowed one crucial Hulk character arc
In Marvel Comics,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
The World War Hulk project gets new updates every year despite Mark Ruffalo’s uncertainty about his return as the giant green monster. Now, a new rumor suggests that the upcoming movie will be developed as an Avengers installment.
Mark Ruffalo in The Avengers (2012)
Just like any other rumors about Marvel films, this should not be taken seriously until the studio makes an official announcement. The thing is, there have not been any formal reports about Ruffalo’s potential reprisal of Hulk.
Insider Reveals Crucial Information About World War Hulk
The reason why Hulk has always been paired with the Avengers and not given his own solo project since 2008 stems from a deal with Universal Pictures. The company owns the distribution rights to standalone Hulk movies.
Suggested“The classic Mark Ruffalo spoilers”: Marvel Fans Are Convinced Mark Ruffalo Has Spoiled Captain America: Brave New World
The most recent...
Mark Ruffalo in The Avengers (2012)
Just like any other rumors about Marvel films, this should not be taken seriously until the studio makes an official announcement. The thing is, there have not been any formal reports about Ruffalo’s potential reprisal of Hulk.
Insider Reveals Crucial Information About World War Hulk
The reason why Hulk has always been paired with the Avengers and not given his own solo project since 2008 stems from a deal with Universal Pictures. The company owns the distribution rights to standalone Hulk movies.
Suggested“The classic Mark Ruffalo spoilers”: Marvel Fans Are Convinced Mark Ruffalo Has Spoiled Captain America: Brave New World
The most recent...
- 3/24/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
The Incredible Hulk is one of the strongest characters from Marvel Comics, who boasts several powerful forms, including the nigh-invulnerable World Breaker Hulk. In the comics, when the Hulk goes on a rampage in this form, even the strongest superheroes struggle to fight him. However, Ghost Rider is considered among the few who can go toe-to-toe with the Jade Giant.
World Breaker Hulk (Image Credit: Marvel Comics)
During one of the most popular Hulk storylines from the comics, Hulk and Ghost Rider faced off, leading to sheer carnage and mayhem. However, the event also led to an interesting revelation about the latter’s powers and their effect on the Hulk. As a result, it was revealed that Ghost Rider could kill World Breaker Hulk with his penance stare, albeit on one dark and ominous condition.
Ghost Rider and World Breaker Hulk’s Comic Book Feud, Explained Ghost Rider vs Hulk...
World Breaker Hulk (Image Credit: Marvel Comics)
During one of the most popular Hulk storylines from the comics, Hulk and Ghost Rider faced off, leading to sheer carnage and mayhem. However, the event also led to an interesting revelation about the latter’s powers and their effect on the Hulk. As a result, it was revealed that Ghost Rider could kill World Breaker Hulk with his penance stare, albeit on one dark and ominous condition.
Ghost Rider and World Breaker Hulk’s Comic Book Feud, Explained Ghost Rider vs Hulk...
- 3/21/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
The Hulk has always been a formidable character in the entire Marvel Universe, whether it be the cinematic verse or the comic book verse. Known for his ferocity, the character is as deadly as Bruce Banner is timid. Marvel comics feature numerous instances when the character goes haywire, leading to some drastic decisions to be taken in the heat of the moment.
Hulk in Immortal Hulk Vol 17
One of these countless incidents has been featured in Immortal Hulk Vol. 17 & 18. During the comics, the Hulk goes ballistic, and Iron Man’s actions lead to the Green Monster being tortured in the most unimaginable way in one of the creepiest arcs of Marvel comics.
When Hulk Went Ballistic in Immortal Hulk Vol 17
Hulk was charred and his pieces were later separated in Vol 17
Back in Immortal Hullk Vol 15, Bruce Banner, or Hulk, is possessed by the One Below All, leading to the...
Hulk in Immortal Hulk Vol 17
One of these countless incidents has been featured in Immortal Hulk Vol. 17 & 18. During the comics, the Hulk goes ballistic, and Iron Man’s actions lead to the Green Monster being tortured in the most unimaginable way in one of the creepiest arcs of Marvel comics.
When Hulk Went Ballistic in Immortal Hulk Vol 17
Hulk was charred and his pieces were later separated in Vol 17
Back in Immortal Hullk Vol 15, Bruce Banner, or Hulk, is possessed by the One Below All, leading to the...
- 3/21/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Every year brings rumors of a ‘World War Hulk’ movie in the works. These rumors have persisted for years without any concrete developments.
Over a year ago, there was a report that Marvel Studios was working on a new Hulk solo movie starring Mark Ruffalo, potentially titled ‘World War Hulk,’ loosely based on the comic book storyline. However, since Marvel Studios didn’t make any official statements, the report wasn’t taken seriously. Nevertheless, fans remained hopeful, especially after a subtle tease in the ‘She-Hulk’ series finale in 2022.
Recently, Ruffalo confirmed what many had feared: the chances of a standalone Hulk movie are slim to none.
Kevin’s like what would you like to do? And he said what would you do If you had a standalone Hulk movie and I sad well I’d like to take him from this raging maniac to kind of this integrated character and...
Over a year ago, there was a report that Marvel Studios was working on a new Hulk solo movie starring Mark Ruffalo, potentially titled ‘World War Hulk,’ loosely based on the comic book storyline. However, since Marvel Studios didn’t make any official statements, the report wasn’t taken seriously. Nevertheless, fans remained hopeful, especially after a subtle tease in the ‘She-Hulk’ series finale in 2022.
Recently, Ruffalo confirmed what many had feared: the chances of a standalone Hulk movie are slim to none.
Kevin’s like what would you like to do? And he said what would you do If you had a standalone Hulk movie and I sad well I’d like to take him from this raging maniac to kind of this integrated character and...
- 3/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
With every new year come reports of the ‘World War Hulk’ movie being in development. The rumors have been circling for years now with seemingly no end in sight.
More than a year ago there was a report that Marvel Studios was developing a new Hulk solo movie with Mark Ruffalo set to star. According to the report, the movie was supposed to be called World War Hulk and loosely adapt the known comic book storyline of the same name. However, Marvel Studios never provided any official statements, so nobody took that report seriously. Of course, that didn’t stop the fans from believing, especially after the movie was teased under the table in the ‘She-Hulk’ series finale in 2022.
Recently, Ruffalo confirmed what we’ve all been fearing, that the chances for a standalone Hulk movie are nonexistent:
Kevin’s like what would you like to do? And he said...
More than a year ago there was a report that Marvel Studios was developing a new Hulk solo movie with Mark Ruffalo set to star. According to the report, the movie was supposed to be called World War Hulk and loosely adapt the known comic book storyline of the same name. However, Marvel Studios never provided any official statements, so nobody took that report seriously. Of course, that didn’t stop the fans from believing, especially after the movie was teased under the table in the ‘She-Hulk’ series finale in 2022.
Recently, Ruffalo confirmed what we’ve all been fearing, that the chances for a standalone Hulk movie are nonexistent:
Kevin’s like what would you like to do? And he said...
- 3/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
The Hulk is one of the most popular characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After Edward Norton’s turn as the green monster in The Incredible Hulk, actor Mark Ruffalo took over the role starting with The Avengers. Ruffalo’s performance has been well received and the Hulk continues to be a prominent player in the MCU.
Mark Ruffalo as the Hulk in The Avengers
However, a fan recently took to social media to argue how Ruffalo’s Hulk was underutilized and had little to no contributions to the overall plot of the Avengers films. As a result, the fan’s comments ignited an online debate regarding the Hulk and how the character has been used in different projects in the MCU’s recent past. Here is what fans are saying about the harsh reality of Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk.
Marvel Fan Highlights How Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk is Underused...
Mark Ruffalo as the Hulk in The Avengers
However, a fan recently took to social media to argue how Ruffalo’s Hulk was underutilized and had little to no contributions to the overall plot of the Avengers films. As a result, the fan’s comments ignited an online debate regarding the Hulk and how the character has been used in different projects in the MCU’s recent past. Here is what fans are saying about the harsh reality of Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk.
Marvel Fan Highlights How Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk is Underused...
- 3/16/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
There have been rumors about a solo Hulk project being in the works in the MCU, specifically World War Hulk, which makes sense given the number of Hulk allies and antagonists that have begun populating the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Liv Tyler will be returning to the MCU as Betty Ross. Thaddeus Thunderbolt Ross will now be played by Harrison Ford. The Leader, one of the Hulk’s most notorious villains, is set to make his debut in the MCU as well. The Abomination still roams free (albeit reformed).
Mark Ruffalo as Hulk in a still from Thor: Ragnarok
We also know that Hulk’s half-alien son Skaar exists in the MCU, making his debut in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. Given that so many Hulk characters now populate the MCU, World War Hulk rumors have picked up some steam in the past few months.
Suggestedmcu Fans Expecting a Hulk vs Wolverine...
Mark Ruffalo as Hulk in a still from Thor: Ragnarok
We also know that Hulk’s half-alien son Skaar exists in the MCU, making his debut in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. Given that so many Hulk characters now populate the MCU, World War Hulk rumors have picked up some steam in the past few months.
Suggestedmcu Fans Expecting a Hulk vs Wolverine...
- 3/8/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
‘Captain America: Brave New World’ is one of the upcoming MCU projects that’s been facing production challenges. Originally set for release in 2024, it’s been delayed due to the SAG-AFTRA strike and extensive reshoots. Details about the plot are scarce, though it was known to involve Serpent Society & King Cobra as minor villains, but recent rumors suggest they’ve been removed. However, Tim Blake Nelson’s The Leader from ‘The Incredible Hulk’ will make a return. The first look at Nelson’s character in the movie has been revealed by insider CanWeGetSomeToast.
The Leader in #CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld First Look!
First promo art Look at #TheLeader in #CaptainAmerica 4: pic.twitter.com/rxltvZ426c
— MarvelNEWS (@AgentAAA4) March 7, 2024
Doctor Samuel Sterns, a cellular biologist and professor at Grayburn College, was working on a cure for Bruce Banner’s condition. He made a temporary antidote for Banner but accidentally turned Emil Blonsky into the Abomination.
The Leader in #CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld First Look!
First promo art Look at #TheLeader in #CaptainAmerica 4: pic.twitter.com/rxltvZ426c
— MarvelNEWS (@AgentAAA4) March 7, 2024
Doctor Samuel Sterns, a cellular biologist and professor at Grayburn College, was working on a cure for Bruce Banner’s condition. He made a temporary antidote for Banner but accidentally turned Emil Blonsky into the Abomination.
- 3/8/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
In the sea of upcoming MCU projects ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ certainly stands out due to its seemingly difficult and troubled production. The movie was supposed to be released in 2024, but due to a combination of the SAG-AFTRA strike and necessary extensive reshoots, it’s been delayed for more than a year.
Little is known about the plot of the movie, except for the brief synopsis that was released some time ago. Serpent Society & King Cobra were supposed to be minor villains in the movie but according to the recent rumors, they have been removed from the movie completely.
Now Serpent Society might be gone, but one confirmed character will reprise his role from ‘The Incredible Hulk.’ We’re talking about Tim Blake Nelson’s The Leader. Notable scooper and leaker CanWeGetSomeToast revealed the first look at Nelson’s The Leader in the upcoming movie.
The Leader in #CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld First Look!
Little is known about the plot of the movie, except for the brief synopsis that was released some time ago. Serpent Society & King Cobra were supposed to be minor villains in the movie but according to the recent rumors, they have been removed from the movie completely.
Now Serpent Society might be gone, but one confirmed character will reprise his role from ‘The Incredible Hulk.’ We’re talking about Tim Blake Nelson’s The Leader. Notable scooper and leaker CanWeGetSomeToast revealed the first look at Nelson’s The Leader in the upcoming movie.
The Leader in #CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld First Look!
- 3/8/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Remember the 1983 sword and sorcery film Deathstalker? Produced by Roger Corman, the low budget movie was a hit in theaters and went on to become a cult classic through home video and TV airings, and it was followed by three sequels released between 1987 and 1991.
Decades later, Deathstalker will return with a brand new remake movie! Read on for everything you need to know and check out an exclusive behind the scenes sneak peek above!
Bloody Disgusting has learned that director Steven Kostanski is bringing the Deathstalker saga back to life, with Daniel Bernhardt attached to star as the titular Deathstalker in what’s being described as “a newly reimagined installment of the cult sword and sorcery series of the same name.”
Written by and to be directed by Kostanski, Bernhardt will portray the barbarian who finds himself cursed by a magical talisman that draws him into conflict with a malevolent...
Decades later, Deathstalker will return with a brand new remake movie! Read on for everything you need to know and check out an exclusive behind the scenes sneak peek above!
Bloody Disgusting has learned that director Steven Kostanski is bringing the Deathstalker saga back to life, with Daniel Bernhardt attached to star as the titular Deathstalker in what’s being described as “a newly reimagined installment of the cult sword and sorcery series of the same name.”
Written by and to be directed by Kostanski, Bernhardt will portray the barbarian who finds himself cursed by a magical talisman that draws him into conflict with a malevolent...
- 3/7/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Exclusive: Carl Weber’s The Family Business New Orleans spinoff is rounding out its cast. Lela Rochon joins previously announced Brandon T. Jackson in a starring role, along with Ben Stephens, Pooch Hall, Quincy Brown, David Banner, Yvette Nicole Brown, Orlando Jones, Nicole Galicia, Erica Hubbard, Sarah Carter, Stan Shaw, Bern Nadette Stanis, Nayirah Teshali, Sacaiah Shaw, Jenson Atwood, AzMarie Livingston, Deric Augustine. Kayla Nicole, and Nicholas Turturro. Stephens, Stanis, Stan Shaw, Teshali, and Sacaiha Shaw guest-starred in the orginal series’ fourth season. Jackson and Rochon also serve as Associate Producers. The spinoff is currently shooting in New Orleans and Los Angeles with a premiere date on BET+ Tba.
Based on Weber’s bestselling crime drama book series, which wrapped its fourth season in October 2022, The Family Business follows the Duncans, an upstanding, tight-knit family led by L.C. Duncan (Ernie Hudson) that by day owns and operates an exotic car dealership in New York.
Based on Weber’s bestselling crime drama book series, which wrapped its fourth season in October 2022, The Family Business follows the Duncans, an upstanding, tight-knit family led by L.C. Duncan (Ernie Hudson) that by day owns and operates an exotic car dealership in New York.
- 3/6/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Emily Blunt has entered into talks to join Dwayne Johnson yet again on the cast of Benny Safdie’s Mma drama ‘The Smashing Machine.’
Blunt is in talks to play Dawn Staples, Kerr’s wife. As per the description her character will see her trying to set up a new life together, Dawn struggles to find her place within Mark’s chaotic and contradictory world. Johnson will take on the role of Mma and UFC champion Mark Kerr. The move marks Johnson’s first dabble at a serious drama.
Also in news – Guy Ritchie set for ‘Ray Donovan’ spin-off series ‘The Donovans’
The feature is based on the story of Mark Kerr, the legendary Mma fighter from the no-holds-barred era of the UFC at the peak of his career. He struggles with addiction, winning, love and friendship in the year 2000.
Johnson and Dany Garcia’s Seven Bucks Productions will produce...
Blunt is in talks to play Dawn Staples, Kerr’s wife. As per the description her character will see her trying to set up a new life together, Dawn struggles to find her place within Mark’s chaotic and contradictory world. Johnson will take on the role of Mma and UFC champion Mark Kerr. The move marks Johnson’s first dabble at a serious drama.
Also in news – Guy Ritchie set for ‘Ray Donovan’ spin-off series ‘The Donovans’
The feature is based on the story of Mark Kerr, the legendary Mma fighter from the no-holds-barred era of the UFC at the peak of his career. He struggles with addiction, winning, love and friendship in the year 2000.
Johnson and Dany Garcia’s Seven Bucks Productions will produce...
- 3/1/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Negotiations are underway to bring Academy Award-nominated Emily Blunt to the Dwayne Johnson film vehicle The Smashing Machine.
Blunt would play Dawn Staples, the new wife to Mma champion Mark Kerr. While trying to set up a life together, Dawn struggles to find her place within Mark’s chaotic and contradictory world.
The film is a drama based on the story of Kerr, the legendary Mma fighter from the no-holds-barred era of the UFC. He struggles with addiction, winning, love, and friendship, set in the year 2000.
During his Mma career, Kerr was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion, World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner, a Pride Fc Heavyweight Champion, 1992 NCAA National Wrestling Champion, 1994 National Freestyle Champion and 4x Adcc World Submission Champion.
In 2003, Kerr was the subject of an HBO documentary titled The Smashing Machine, which detailed his Mma career fighting in Vale Tudo, the UFC and Pride.
The film...
Blunt would play Dawn Staples, the new wife to Mma champion Mark Kerr. While trying to set up a life together, Dawn struggles to find her place within Mark’s chaotic and contradictory world.
The film is a drama based on the story of Kerr, the legendary Mma fighter from the no-holds-barred era of the UFC. He struggles with addiction, winning, love, and friendship, set in the year 2000.
During his Mma career, Kerr was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion, World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner, a Pride Fc Heavyweight Champion, 1992 NCAA National Wrestling Champion, 1994 National Freestyle Champion and 4x Adcc World Submission Champion.
In 2003, Kerr was the subject of an HBO documentary titled The Smashing Machine, which detailed his Mma career fighting in Vale Tudo, the UFC and Pride.
The film...
- 3/1/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Emily Blunt is in talks to join Benny Safdie’s solo directorial debut “The Smashing Machine,” an A24 feature film starring Dwayne Johnson as Mma and UFC champion Mark Kerr, Variety has confirmed. The film will begin production this summer.
Blunt is in talks to play Dawn Staples, Kerr’s wife. Per the studio, “While trying to set up a new life together, Dawn struggles to find her place within Mark’s chaotic and contradictory world.”
The project would reunite Blunt with both Safdie, with whom she starred in Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer,” and Johnson, her co-star from Disney’s 2021 film “Jungle Cruise.”
The film’s logline reads, “‘The Smashing Machine’ is a drama based on the story of Mark Kerr, the legendary Mma fighter from the no-holds-barred era of the UFC at the peak of his career. He struggles with addiction, winning, love and friendship in the year 2000.”
Dwayne...
Blunt is in talks to play Dawn Staples, Kerr’s wife. Per the studio, “While trying to set up a new life together, Dawn struggles to find her place within Mark’s chaotic and contradictory world.”
The project would reunite Blunt with both Safdie, with whom she starred in Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer,” and Johnson, her co-star from Disney’s 2021 film “Jungle Cruise.”
The film’s logline reads, “‘The Smashing Machine’ is a drama based on the story of Mark Kerr, the legendary Mma fighter from the no-holds-barred era of the UFC at the peak of his career. He struggles with addiction, winning, love and friendship in the year 2000.”
Dwayne...
- 2/29/2024
- by Ethan Shanfeld and Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
Among the upcoming slate of MCU projects, ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ stands out as the most concerning with its challenging development journey. Initially, the fourth installment faced hurdles in production, attributed to unfavorable test screenings and criticisms regarding the action sequences compared to its predecessors.
However, a glimmer of hope emerged when Matthew Orton was brought on board as a writer, accompanied by plans for extensive reshoots slated for mid-2024. Speculation swirled regarding the removal of the Serpent Society storyline from the film. Originally slated for a 2024 release, the movie encountered delays due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, necessitating significant reshoots and rewrites, ultimately pushing its premiere by a full year.
Recently, a positive turn of events surfaced with hints from merchandise suggesting the involvement of Hulk in the film, a detail confirmed by Mark Ruffalo himself during an interview at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
It’s not particularly shocking,...
However, a glimmer of hope emerged when Matthew Orton was brought on board as a writer, accompanied by plans for extensive reshoots slated for mid-2024. Speculation swirled regarding the removal of the Serpent Society storyline from the film. Originally slated for a 2024 release, the movie encountered delays due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, necessitating significant reshoots and rewrites, ultimately pushing its premiere by a full year.
Recently, a positive turn of events surfaced with hints from merchandise suggesting the involvement of Hulk in the film, a detail confirmed by Mark Ruffalo himself during an interview at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
It’s not particularly shocking,...
- 2/13/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Out of all upcoming MCU projects, ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ is currently the most worrying and has the most difficult development. The fourth movie in the franchise was stuck in production hell following bad test screenings with some reports stating that the action wasn’t as satisfying as in the first three movies in the franchise.
Then the news went out that Matthew Orton was hired as a writer and that the reshoots will be more extensive in nature, scheduled for mid-2024 with rumors of Serpent Society being removed from the movie in its entirety. As a reminder, ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ was supposed to come out in 2024, the movie even switched release dates with ‘Deadpool 3’ at one point but due to the SAG-AFTRA strike and extensive reshoots and rewrites the movie was postponed a whole year.
Now we’ve finally gotten some good news for a change,...
Then the news went out that Matthew Orton was hired as a writer and that the reshoots will be more extensive in nature, scheduled for mid-2024 with rumors of Serpent Society being removed from the movie in its entirety. As a reminder, ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ was supposed to come out in 2024, the movie even switched release dates with ‘Deadpool 3’ at one point but due to the SAG-AFTRA strike and extensive reshoots and rewrites the movie was postponed a whole year.
Now we’ve finally gotten some good news for a change,...
- 2/13/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Mark Ruffalo Addresses His MCU Return(Photo Credit – IMDb)
Mark Ruffalo stepped in for the role of Hulk, aka Bruce Banner, in the MCU after Edward Norton’s stand-alone movie in 2008, The Incredible Hulk. The fans saw Mark’s Banner for the first time in The Avengers, and since then, he has appeared in several Marvel projects; while fans await his MCU return, he has shed some light on it. He was asked about Marvel’s upcoming film, Captain America: Brave New World, and his answer left the netizens in a frenzy.
Mark has appeared in the Avengers movies, including Thor: Ragnarok, and he was also seen in She-Hulk: Attorney At Law. The actor is infamous for unintentionally giving out spoilers like Tom Holland. He once accidentally live-streamed Thor: Ragnarok during its premiere on social media. The actor also reportedly spoiled Avengers: Endgame’s ending, too. He is a mess while keeping Marvel’s secrets,...
Mark Ruffalo stepped in for the role of Hulk, aka Bruce Banner, in the MCU after Edward Norton’s stand-alone movie in 2008, The Incredible Hulk. The fans saw Mark’s Banner for the first time in The Avengers, and since then, he has appeared in several Marvel projects; while fans await his MCU return, he has shed some light on it. He was asked about Marvel’s upcoming film, Captain America: Brave New World, and his answer left the netizens in a frenzy.
Mark has appeared in the Avengers movies, including Thor: Ragnarok, and he was also seen in She-Hulk: Attorney At Law. The actor is infamous for unintentionally giving out spoilers like Tom Holland. He once accidentally live-streamed Thor: Ragnarok during its premiere on social media. The actor also reportedly spoiled Avengers: Endgame’s ending, too. He is a mess while keeping Marvel’s secrets,...
- 2/13/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has made Bruce Banner/The Hulk into just one more of the Avengers. His most recent MCU appearances, "Avengers: Endgame" and "She-Hulk," have ditched the man and monster dichotomy altogether; the Hulk is now just a green and buff Bruce.
For all his personal faults, Joss Whedon was the last writer/director to explore the Hulk's tragedy in his two "Avengers" films. The nascent team's climactic argument in "The Avengers," when Banner silences the room by revealing he "got low, so he put a bullet in [his] mouth, and the other guy spit it out" has real dramatic gravitas.
However, the MCU has altogether elided where that tragedy begins. In the comics, Dr. Bruce Banner was already a troubled man before the gamma bomb explosion that changed his life. Banner's father Brian was a nuclear psychist convinced his own radiation exposure turned his son into a monster.
For all his personal faults, Joss Whedon was the last writer/director to explore the Hulk's tragedy in his two "Avengers" films. The nascent team's climactic argument in "The Avengers," when Banner silences the room by revealing he "got low, so he put a bullet in [his] mouth, and the other guy spit it out" has real dramatic gravitas.
However, the MCU has altogether elided where that tragedy begins. In the comics, Dr. Bruce Banner was already a troubled man before the gamma bomb explosion that changed his life. Banner's father Brian was a nuclear psychist convinced his own radiation exposure turned his son into a monster.
- 1/13/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
The 2010 San Diego Comic-Con was not the biggest gathering in the event's history, but in terms of its importance as a movie marketing event, this was the freakin' year. The gargantuan, hangar-sized Hall H, christened in 2004 as the home for star-studded studio panels, was packed on both peak days as major stars and filmmakers shilled the next two years' most anticipated genre titles. Friday was all about "The Twilight Saga: New Moon," which, with all its major stars present, turned into a shriek-filled presentation as deafening as The Beatles' 1964 appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show."
And then there was Saturday.
Warner Bros. kicked off the Hall H festivities with a buzzy panel that could've matched the "Twilight" delirium had the main Harry Potter trio of Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint showed up for the "Deathly Hallows: Part I" preview. The day threatened to descend into chaos when a...
And then there was Saturday.
Warner Bros. kicked off the Hall H festivities with a buzzy panel that could've matched the "Twilight" delirium had the main Harry Potter trio of Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint showed up for the "Deathly Hallows: Part I" preview. The day threatened to descend into chaos when a...
- 1/2/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
What if? Season 2, Episode 3, began with the Watcher narrating one of his favorite Yuletide stories from the multiverse of Avengers. On the night before Christmas, the Avengers were seen getting into a fierce fight with a purple-colored Hulk-like monster, who is the real surprise of this episode of What if? In this alternative reality among the multiverse of the Avengers, Happy Hogan accidentally turned into a gigantic, purple-colored Hulk and saved Stark Tech from Tony’s long-standing rival, Justin Hammer. Let’s see how that pans out in this episode.
Spoilers Ahead
How did Justin Hammer hijack the Stark Tech Tower?
As the Watcher continued narrating his favorite Christmas story, we went back to Christmas Eve, when each of the Avengers was busy enjoying their Christmas Eve parties. While Natasha was stuck somewhere with a Hydra agent, Tony and Captain were busy playing Santa and his elf at a Christmas party.
Spoilers Ahead
How did Justin Hammer hijack the Stark Tech Tower?
As the Watcher continued narrating his favorite Christmas story, we went back to Christmas Eve, when each of the Avengers was busy enjoying their Christmas Eve parties. While Natasha was stuck somewhere with a Hydra agent, Tony and Captain were busy playing Santa and his elf at a Christmas party.
- 12/25/2023
- by Poulami Nanda
- Film Fugitives
Even though Mark Ruffalo's Hulk hasn't had a solo movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he's had quite the on-screen journey dating back to 2012's "The Avengers." The most crucial part of that journey to date took place in 2019's "Avengers: Endgame" when Bruce Banner and Hulk merged, creating Smart Hulk. The beast had finally been tamed, with Banner and Hulk finally being able to co-exist. It turns out, Smart Hulk was originally supposed to make his grand entrance in "Avengers: Infinity War" a year earlier.
In the commentary track for "Endgame," directors Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, along with writers Stephen McFeeley and Christopher Markus, revealed that Smart Hulk was originally supposed to appear during the third act of "Infinity War" during the battle in Wakanda. As it exists, Bruce fights in The Hulkbuster armor because Hulk won't come out following his confrontation with Thanos earlier in the film.
In the commentary track for "Endgame," directors Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, along with writers Stephen McFeeley and Christopher Markus, revealed that Smart Hulk was originally supposed to appear during the third act of "Infinity War" during the battle in Wakanda. As it exists, Bruce fights in The Hulkbuster armor because Hulk won't come out following his confrontation with Thanos earlier in the film.
- 12/18/2023
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Benny Safdie has set his solo directorial debut with “The Smashing Machine,” an A24 feature film starring Dwayne Johnson as Mma and UFC champion Mark Kerr.
Per A24, the film marks “The Rock’s move into his most dramatic project and role yet.” The movie’s logline reads: “‘The Smashing Machine’ is a drama based on the story of Mark Kerr, the legendary Mma fighter from the no-holds-barred era of the UFC at the peak of his career. He struggles with addiction, winning, love and friendship in the year 2000.”
Kerr, an American former wrestler and Mma icon, was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion and World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner. Over the course of his career, he won over two dozen Mma titles. In 2003, Kerr was the subject of an HBO documentary, also titled “The Smashing Machine.”
Dwayne Johnson and Dany Garcia’s Seven Bucks Productions will produce alongside...
Per A24, the film marks “The Rock’s move into his most dramatic project and role yet.” The movie’s logline reads: “‘The Smashing Machine’ is a drama based on the story of Mark Kerr, the legendary Mma fighter from the no-holds-barred era of the UFC at the peak of his career. He struggles with addiction, winning, love and friendship in the year 2000.”
Kerr, an American former wrestler and Mma icon, was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion and World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner. Over the course of his career, he won over two dozen Mma titles. In 2003, Kerr was the subject of an HBO documentary, also titled “The Smashing Machine.”
Dwayne Johnson and Dany Garcia’s Seven Bucks Productions will produce alongside...
- 12/13/2023
- by Ethan Shanfeld
- Variety Film + TV
"The Incredible Hulk" was an early stumbling block for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Released in June 2008, a mere month after "Iron Man," lightning did not strike twice for Marvel Studios' burgeoning movie enterprise; "Incredible Hulk" got a shrug from critics and underperformed at the box office.
Even so, Marvel Studios steamrolled ahead. Star Edward Norton didn't return for any future MCU films and Bruce Banner was recast with Mark Ruffalo for "The Avengers." The behind-the-scenes book "MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios" by Dave Gonzales, Gavin Edwards, and Joanna Robinson features a chapter about "The Incredible Hulk" and its gamma radiation-flavored fallout. The book ultimately puts the production's unpleasant memories on the shoulders of Edward Norton, suggesting his actor-as-auteur approach solidified Marvel's top-down filmmaking tactics.
An unnamed "Marvel performer" tells the authors, "We have a no-a**hole policy on our movies," and the book traces this policy back to Norton's behavior.
Even so, Marvel Studios steamrolled ahead. Star Edward Norton didn't return for any future MCU films and Bruce Banner was recast with Mark Ruffalo for "The Avengers." The behind-the-scenes book "MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios" by Dave Gonzales, Gavin Edwards, and Joanna Robinson features a chapter about "The Incredible Hulk" and its gamma radiation-flavored fallout. The book ultimately puts the production's unpleasant memories on the shoulders of Edward Norton, suggesting his actor-as-auteur approach solidified Marvel's top-down filmmaking tactics.
An unnamed "Marvel performer" tells the authors, "We have a no-a**hole policy on our movies," and the book traces this policy back to Norton's behavior.
- 12/9/2023
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
This article contains minor spoilers
We all love Captain America and Iron Man. Those shining icons made the Marvel Cinematic Universe into the powerhouse franchise that we know, and that at least some of us continue to love. But the MCU has never been just about the guys in the suits. Kevin Feige and his collaborators built the franchise on the regular people around those with cool costumes and code names, the normal folks who trade witty barbs and give Spider-Man and Captain Marvel something to fight for.
These heroes deserve their day in the sun. So here are fifteen of the greatest non-superpowered heroes of the MCU!
Luis
We all know that one guy who can never shut up, but who is just so charming about it that we don’t care. That’s Luis, Scott Lang’s affable ex-con pal and business partner, played by Michael Peña. On a plot level,...
We all love Captain America and Iron Man. Those shining icons made the Marvel Cinematic Universe into the powerhouse franchise that we know, and that at least some of us continue to love. But the MCU has never been just about the guys in the suits. Kevin Feige and his collaborators built the franchise on the regular people around those with cool costumes and code names, the normal folks who trade witty barbs and give Spider-Man and Captain Marvel something to fight for.
These heroes deserve their day in the sun. So here are fifteen of the greatest non-superpowered heroes of the MCU!
Luis
We all know that one guy who can never shut up, but who is just so charming about it that we don’t care. That’s Luis, Scott Lang’s affable ex-con pal and business partner, played by Michael Peña. On a plot level,...
- 11/27/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
Deadline reports that Bruce Dickinson of the heavy metal band Iron Maiden has signed on to star in a horror comedy called Bjorn of the Dead, which is set in the world of tribute bands – and centers on a an Abba tribute band! Directed by Elza Kephart (Slaxx), Bjorn of the Dead is expected to start filming sometime next year. As for how and why Dickinson got involved… well, the movie happens to have been written and co-produced by his son, Austin Dickinson.
Austin Dickinson was working from a story crafted by producer Andrew Prendergast when writing the script. Here’s the synopsis: Bjorn, lead singer in Abbatoir, and his band mates Benny, Anni-Frid, and Agnetha spend their weekends covering Abba classics at a variety of increasingly depressing venues, from old folks’ homes to empty pub back rooms. It’s a grind and the band is ready to call it a day when Benny,...
Austin Dickinson was working from a story crafted by producer Andrew Prendergast when writing the script. Here’s the synopsis: Bjorn, lead singer in Abbatoir, and his band mates Benny, Anni-Frid, and Agnetha spend their weekends covering Abba classics at a variety of increasingly depressing venues, from old folks’ homes to empty pub back rooms. It’s a grind and the band is ready to call it a day when Benny,...
- 11/8/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Bruce Dickinson is starring in 'Bjorn of the Dead'.The Iron Maiden frontman has been cast in the new movie that centres on an Abba tribute band who find themselves trapped in a nightclub at the beginning of the apocalypse.The film is being directed by Elza Kephart and has been written by Bruce's son Austin Dickinson. It is based on an original story by Andrew Prendergast, who serves as a producer.The horror comedy takes place in the world of tribute bands as Bjorn, the lead singer of Abbatoir, and bandmates Benny, Anni-Frid and Agnetha spent their weekends performing Abba classics at depressing venues.The band are ready to call it a day when Benny – the oldest and neediest member – hears about a Battle Of The Bands competition for tribute acts at The Niney Dimey.As the band arrives, things begin to go wrong rapidly. Bjorn and his bandmates...
- 11/8/2023
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Exclusive: Mamma mia, Bruce Dickinson is starring in a new horror movie.
The Iron Maiden singer has signed on to star in Bjorn of the Dead, which centers around an Abba tribute band who find themselves, along with various other tribute acts, trapped in a nightclub at the start of the apocalypse. Bjorn and his band must work together to save themselves, humanity, and the future of music.
The film comes from director Elza Kephart (Slaxx) and was written by co-producer Austin Dickinson, based on an original story by Andrew Prendergast, who produces, and Austin Dickinson.
In addition to Bruce Dickinson, the film will have various cameos from the world of rock and heavy metal.
Raven Banner will handle worldwide sales for the film, which is slated for production in 2024, and the company’s Michael Paszt, James Fler, and Andrew T. Hunt will exec produce.
The horror comedy is set...
The Iron Maiden singer has signed on to star in Bjorn of the Dead, which centers around an Abba tribute band who find themselves, along with various other tribute acts, trapped in a nightclub at the start of the apocalypse. Bjorn and his band must work together to save themselves, humanity, and the future of music.
The film comes from director Elza Kephart (Slaxx) and was written by co-producer Austin Dickinson, based on an original story by Andrew Prendergast, who produces, and Austin Dickinson.
In addition to Bruce Dickinson, the film will have various cameos from the world of rock and heavy metal.
Raven Banner will handle worldwide sales for the film, which is slated for production in 2024, and the company’s Michael Paszt, James Fler, and Andrew T. Hunt will exec produce.
The horror comedy is set...
- 11/7/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
It ain’t easy being green in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with it being no secret that Louis Leterrier’s The Incredible Hulk is the black sheep of the Avengers family. Premiering in 2008 as the second MCU outing, it’s the only Phase One movie not to get a sequel.
We’ve come a long way from the early days of the Green Meanie, most notably as The Incredible Hulk was Edward Norton’s only time in the role before Mark Ruffalo took over for The Avengers. As things come full circle and we revisit some of these forgotten arcs, Leterrier has revealed his grand plans for a scrapped sequel.
Introducing Multiple Hulks
In a candid interview with ComicBook.com, Leterrier has offered some insight into what he had planned, teasing an expanded family of Hulks long before Tatiana Maslany’s Jennifer Walters/She-Hulk was on the scene. Confirming who would...
We’ve come a long way from the early days of the Green Meanie, most notably as The Incredible Hulk was Edward Norton’s only time in the role before Mark Ruffalo took over for The Avengers. As things come full circle and we revisit some of these forgotten arcs, Leterrier has revealed his grand plans for a scrapped sequel.
Introducing Multiple Hulks
In a candid interview with ComicBook.com, Leterrier has offered some insight into what he had planned, teasing an expanded family of Hulks long before Tatiana Maslany’s Jennifer Walters/She-Hulk was on the scene. Confirming who would...
- 8/8/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
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