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CG Garage
Obsession, Backrooms, and the 1970s Moment Hollywood Needs Right Now | Episode 553

CG Garage

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 113:16


For years Chris and Daniel have been saying the corner was going to turn, that history would repeat itself the way it did in the 1970s. It turned. Jason Blum said the same thing last week. Two horror films made by twenty-something YouTubers just proved everything the studio system has been getting wrong, and the box office numbers are not being polite about it. Obsession cost under a million dollars. Backrooms cost ten million. Both are outperforming movies that cost a hundred times more. Chris and Daniel break down both films as filmmakers. They get into what Obsession borrows from Takashi Miike's Audition and why that works, how Backrooms uses the architecture of infinite scroll and TikTok as genuine psychological horror, why sound design and shadows are a more effective budget tool than any AI pipeline, what the economics of AMC A-list are doing to studio revenue models, and why the wrong lesson from all of this is to go hire these directors to make a Texas Chainsaw Massacre sequel. Referenced in this episode: Obsession (2025) Backrooms (2026) Audition (1999, dir. Takashi Miike) Avatar 3 (2025) The Odyssey (Christopher Nolan) (2026) Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) AMC A-list > A24 > Blumhouse > This episode is sponsored by: Center Grid Virtual Studio Kitbash 3D (Use promocode "CGGarage" for 10% off)

Indiewire: Screen Talk
Special Guests Jason Blum & James Wan; Disclosure Day Reactions; Tribeca Festival Preview

Indiewire: Screen Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 51:39


IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio are joined today by producing partners Jason Blum and James Wan, who break down the recent box office success of indie horror films and give advice on how to carry this momentum forward. Before that, Anne and Ryan share their thoughts on Spielberg's "Disclosure Day," preview the Tribeca Festival, and parse Scorsese's bizarre support of AI. Read more about "Backrooms" stunning performance - https://www.indiewire.com/news/box-office/backrooms-box-office-hollywood-rethink-young-people-want-1235197437/?v3=true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Power Lunch
The Dow rallies while the Nasdaq lags as investors rotate out of tech into more defensive sectors 6/4/26

Power Lunch

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 42:06


The Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied to a new all-time high while tech stocks underperformed, sparked by a sell-off in Broadcom.  Brian Sullivan and Kelly Evans focused in on the state of semiconductors and questioned whether the tech trade is in trouble given the rotation away from chip stocks on Thursday. Meanwhile, Brian sat down for a one-on-one exclusive interview with Diamondback Energy CEO, Kaes Van't Hof, and the anchors were joined by Blumhouse Productions founder and CEO, Jason Blum, to discuss his films' recent success at the box office. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Cherry Picker
Episode 190 | Obsession (2026)

The Cherry Picker

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 101:32


Obsession is a brand new horror film released by Blumhouse from first time director, Curry Barker. After three weeks, the film has already earned over $150 million worldwide through word of mouth, and has been drawing a lot of praise from critics and audiences alike. But how do we feel about it? Join us as unravel this sleeper hit and get to the bottom of its massive success. Also, as always, we've picked out the most loathsome characters from the film, so join us at the end of the episode in voting for which one was the most deserving to die. If you would like to join our livestream recordings for The Cherry Picker, we would be thrilled to have you with us. Check out Zack's Patreon (Link below) to take part.● ● ●▶️ Watch the Video Podcast☑️ Vote in the Cherry Picker● ● ●

Moviescramble
Moviescrambe - The Neural Cut Ep 43: Wolf Man

Moviescramble

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 14:38


A deep dive conversation based on the moviescramble.co.uk review written by Mary Munoz. Wolf Man is a 2025 American supernatural horror film directed and co-written by Leigh Whannell. A reboot of the Wolf Man franchise, the film stars Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner, and Sam Jaeger. The plot follows a family man seeking to protect his wife and daughter from a werewolf, only to become infected and slowly transform into the creature himself. Jason Blum produced alongside his Blumhouse Productions banner. Liked it? let us know! Hated it? No need to share! Enjoy   Find us on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/moviescramble/id1466571460 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/42wPn0tXvH3GQJ2E3NYDYp?si=TPUrCkecQb-zdEOAaD3cDA Amazon: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/ed9b87c9-fb70-4307-96a7-d6223a202741/moviescramble Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsR--3Bae_QGM5xiM3fWohA and all podcast providers. Contact us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @Moviescramble We love you all! (yes, even you at the back)

Franchisography
LEE CRONIN’S THE MUMMY (2026)

Franchisography

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 109:31


In 2024, two of the biggest production companies in modern horror, James Wan's Atomic Monster and Jason Blum's Blumhouse, would successfully merge with the goal of increasing their output of horror hits. Their first major production would be an untitled … Continue reading →

Act Two Podcast
Rewriting for Yourself vs. Rewriting as a Professional Writer

Act Two Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 32:58


Hosts Tasha Huo and Josh Hallman break down the mindset shift between rewriting for yourself and rewriting for a job, and what it really means to rewrite like a professional writer. Also, in TWIW... Josh drives Jason Blum's golf cart, and Tasha takes a retreat!   Questions / Comments: ActTwoWriters@gmail.com Edited by the GREAT Paul Lundquist

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Sci-Fi Talk
Byte: More From The Mummy Roundtable

Sci-Fi Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2026 6:49


We're back with more insights from our roundtable conversation on The Mummy, featuring director Lee Cronin and producers James Wan and Jason Blum. With audio courtesy of Warner Bros., this segment digs deeper into the creative heartbeat of the film—how horror becomes personal, what audiences can expect from this reimagining, and why the genre continues to evolve. What's Inside This Segment Making the Horror Personal What Audiences Can Expect On Horror Audio courtesy of Warner Bros. Fight Pancreatic Cancer On The Purple Stride Walk   

Next Best Picture Podcast
"Lee Cronin's The Mummy"

Next Best Picture Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2026 74:14


For this week's main podcast review, Katie Johnson, Josh Parham, and Cody Dericks join me to review and discuss "Lee Cronin's The Mummy," starring Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Verónica Falcón, and Natalie Grace. A reimagining of "The Mummy" franchise (Not THAT "Mummy" franchise starring Brendan Fraser), the film is produced by James Wan and Jason Blum and brings a much darker, more sinister edge to the franchise than has ever been seen before. It injects the same style and tone Cronin brought to the "Evil Dead" franchise, producing something gory, shocking, and punishingly brutal for both the characters and the audience. But what did we think of it? Please tune in as we discuss the story, the acting, sound work, makeup effects, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Filmmakers Podcast
How a low budget Indie Horror became an A24 Box Office Smash: Ian Tuason on 'Undertone', audio horror & landing 'Paranormal Activity 8'

The Filmmakers Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 62:57


"The ultimate indie film success story! Writer and director Ian Tuason joins Giles Alderson to discuss his massive breakout horror hit, Undertone. Made for just $500,000, Undertone sparked a bidding war at Fantasia Fest, was acquired by A24 in a 7-figure deal, and is now crushing the global box office ($20M and counting). Ian breaks down how he crafted 'the scariest movie you'll ever hear' by making an audio-driven horror film where only one speaking character (Nina Kiri) is ever shown on screen. We dive deep into the emotional reality of indie filmmaking, as Ian reveals what it was like to shoot the film in his childhood home where he previously cared for his terminally ill parents. We also discuss his background in 360-degree VR horror and how this massive indie hit led to him being hired by Jason Blum and James Wan to write and direct Paranormal Activity 8. A truly inspiring masterclass in utilizing your limitations! Links & Resources: Go see Undertone in cinemas now! Follow The Filmmakers Podcast on Twitter & Instagram: @filmmakerspod Enjoying the show? Please leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! ⁠FOOD FOR THOUGHT⁠ documentary out NOW | Watch it FREE ⁠HERE.⁠ A documentary exploring the rapid growth and uptake of the veganlifestyle around the world. – And if you enjoyed the film, please take amoment to share & rate it on your favourite platforms. Every review& every comment helps us share the film's important message withmore people. Your support makes a difference! Help us out and Subscribe, listen and review us on iTunes, Spotify,or wherever you get your podcasts but more importantly, tell your palsabout this podcast. Thank you! ⁠PODCAST MERCH⁠ Get your very own Tees, Hoodies, on-set water bottles, mugs and more ⁠MERCH⁠. ⁠https://my-store-11604768.creator-spring.com/⁠   ⁠COURSES⁠ Want to learn how to finish your film? Take our POST PRODUCTION COURSE ⁠https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/⁠   ⁠PATREON⁠ Big thank you to: Serena Gardner Mark Hammett Lee Hutchings Marli J Monroe Karen Newman Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? ⁠Join our Patreon⁠ for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!   SUPPORT THE PODCAST Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at ⁠TheFilmmakersPodcast.com⁠   CREDITS The Filmmakers Podcast is written, edited and produced by Giles Alderson ⁠@gilesalderson⁠ Logo and Banner Art by ⁠Lois Creative ⁠ Theme Music by ⁠John J. Harvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The No Film School Podcast
From Evil Dead Rise to The Mummy: Lee Cronin on Evolving Horror

The No Film School Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2026 52:21


Writer-director Lee Cronin joins No Film School to discuss how he approached reimagining The Mummy through the lens of family trauma, mystery, and body horror. In conversation with GG Hawkins, Cronin breaks down the emotional architecture behind effective horror, the challenge of staging fear in broad daylight, and the way Irish storytelling, personal experience, and practical effects continue to shape his work. He also reflects on building a long-term creative partnership, collaborating with horror powerhouses like Jason Blum and James Wan, and the discipline required to keep refining a film all the way through the edit. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins and guest Lee Cronin discuss... How Cronin infused The Mummy with mystery, family drama, and horror Why broad daylight can make horror feel even more unsettling The emotional groundwork required to make gore and shock land with audiences How themes from The Hole in the Ground evolved into The Mummy Why character is always the engine of fear in Cronin's films How Cronin thinks about the “contract” he makes with audiences from the earliest story stage The practical and creative lessons he learned from years of making corporate videos and commercials What it was like collaborating with Jack Reynor, Jason Blum, and James Wan How shooting in Ireland and Spain helped shape the scale and texture of the film Advice for emerging filmmakers on collaborators, restraint, and cutting what does not work Memorable Quotes: “Writing is not hard at all. Knowing what to write is incredibly difficult.” “Nothing is more exciting to me than watching something I've created with an audience and hearing them vocalize, scream, drop the popcorn, whatever it might be.” “If something doesn't work, don't leave it there.” “Never be afraid.” Guests: Lee Cronin Resources: Lee Cronin's The Mummy on IMDb Vote for No Film School's Webby-nominated explainer video Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram

Horror Movie Survival Guide
HMSG Interview Director/Producer Chelsea Stardust - "Donnie Darko"

Horror Movie Survival Guide

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 62:28


HMSG Interview Chelsea Stardust - "Donnie Darko"This week we cover the cult classic DONNIE DARKO (2001) with one of our best friends, Director/Producer Chelsea Stardust! A film that both Chelsea & Julia have seen an obsessive amount of times and Teri has only seen twice! We also discuss Chelsea's incredible career and her new Horror Anthology GRIND (2026) that is premiering at the SXSW film festival this week -  that we all played a part in! We hope you enjoy this fun & fresh episode! More About Our Guest:Chelsea hails from the Midwest and has been working in Hollywood for over fifteen years. After working for titans Ivan Reitman, Judd Apatow, and Jason Blum, Chelsea started pursuing directing, writing, and producing full time. Chelsea's first feature film, the science fiction thriller All That We Destroy, is part of the Blumhouse series Into The Dark and is currently available on Hulu. Her second feature film, the horror comedy Satanic Panic, was written by novelist Grady Hendrix (My Best Friend's Exorcism, How To Sell A Haunted House) and was featured in over 20 film festivals all over the world and is currently available on VOD, blu-ray and VHS. Chelsea produced the feature film anthology Grind, which was created, written and directed by Brea Grant and Ed Dougherty, and is premiering this year at SXSW! Chelsea also directed the wraparound segments of Grind.Most recently Chelsea produced a commercial for Loungefly, the popular brand owned by Funko. She also directed the music video Bloodbather for the indie rock band, Cursive. She has also produced 3 short films, two of which are heading to the festival circuit later this year. She is also the co-host of the Sitting In The Dark podcast and last but not least she is a published writer and her work has been featured in several books and online publications. Support the show

Multiverse News
Spider-Noir Trailer, Full Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer, Valentine's Box Office

Multiverse News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 43:14


Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesPrime Video unveiled the first trailer for Spider-Noir, starring Nicolas Cage in his first leading TV role as Ben Reilly—a name change from the Peter Parker version he voiced in Into the Spider-Verse—a down-on-his-luck 1930s New York private investigator forced to reckon with his past as the city's only superhero. The trailer also teased multiple villains and concluded with the tagline With No Power Comes No Responsibility. The eight-episode series is set to launch May 27 as a full binge release with each episode available in both black-and-white and color versions.Lucasfilm dropped the first full trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu Tuesday morning, setting up Star Wars' return to theaters after seven years with Din Djarin and Grogu enlisted by the New Republic to combat scattered Imperial warlords. The May 22 release directed by Jon Favreau and co-written with newly promoted Lucasfilm president Dave Filoni features Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver as former Rebel pilot Colonel Ward, and Jeremy Allen White voicing Rotta the Hutt, with footage showcasing Coruscant, Hoth, gladiator fights, and action sequences far bigger than the Disney+ series. Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights capitalized on Valentine's Day weekend with $83M globally ($37.5M domestic, $45.5M international), marking Warner Bros' ninth consecutive number one opening. Sony's GOAT overperformed with $35.1M domestic; the best opening for an original animated film since Pixar's Element, while Amazon MGM's Crime 101 stumbled with just $16.3M domestic against its $90M budget. The romantic drama skewed heavily female with 76% of audiences and represents record openings for both Fennell and Jacob Elordi, though the holiday boost may be short-lived as GOAT already beat it on both Sunday and Monday.Jason Momoa will star in Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions' film adaptation of Helldivers, directed by Justin Lin, set to hit theaters on November 10, 2027. The film is based on the popular video game franchise in which an elite unit of soldiers called Helldivers battle alien creatures threatening the fictional planet of Super Earth, with Helldivers 2 having sold more than 12 million units in its first four months after its 2024 launch.Blumhouse-Atomic Monster and Behaviour Interactive have tapped David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick and Alexandre Aja to write the feature film adaptation of the horror video game Dead by Daylight. Aja will not direct the film as he is committed to directing Under Paris 2 for Netflix, so the companies are beginning the search for a director, with James Wan, Jason Blum, and Stephen Mulrooney serving as producers.James Van Der Beek, the actor best known for playing Dawson Leery on the hit teen drama Dawson's Creek, died on February 11, 2026, at age 48 after battling Stage 3 colorectal cancer. Van Der Beek was diagnosed with the disease in 2023 and made his diagnosis public in November 2024, with his family confirming he passed peacefully and met his final days with courage, faith, and grace.Apple has acquired the IP and all rights to Severance from producer Fifth Season in a deal worth just under $70 million, with Apple Studios now producing future seasons in-house while Fifth Season remains as an executive producer. The series has been renewed for Season 3 with a fourth season considered a lock, and showrunner Dan Erickson and director Ben Stiller are open to expanding the franchise with prequels, spinoffs, and foreign versions to keep fans engaged during gaps between seasons.Lionsgate and Saber Interactive have announced a AAA John Wick video game in development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with Keanu Reeves reprising his role providing the character's look, voice, and involvement in production alongside franchise director Chad Stahelski.

Spoiler News
¡Cuarto avance de Avengers: Doomsday! ¡Primer vistazo de La posesión de la momia! ¡Nuevo avance de la temporada 2 de ONE PIECE!

Spoiler News

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 1:53


Horror Movie Yearbook
HMY Plus (11/25): Scarlett Johansson Joins Mike Flanagan's Exorcist, and a Brief Review of It: Welcome to Derry Episode 5

Horror Movie Yearbook

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 29:55


Tim is back with the second new HMY+ in the past week because he wants to analyze the news of Scarlett Johansson joining the latest attempt at making an Exorcist movie. How this casting reveals the strategy Jason Blum teased for Blumhouse following the flop of Megan 2.0Why Scarlett Johansson might be drawn to this projectA breakdown of the $400 million dollar rights deal and a defense of why it wasn't as crazy in 2021 as it seems nowThe different ways this film and the franchise may be able to recoup some of the money spent on itWhy this seemingly last-ditch attempt by Universal/Blumhouse may actually be the best path forward creativelyA brief look at It: Welcome to Derry Episode 5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slashers
Happy Halloween! October Random Slasher Mash

Slashers

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 58:01


Here's what to expect on this weeks October Mashup!Topics Covered:

Horror Hangout | Two Bearded Film Fans Watch The 50 Best Horror Movies Ever!
Horror Hangout #407 : Black Phone 2 (w/ Ash Millman)

Horror Hangout | Two Bearded Film Fans Watch The 50 Best Horror Movies Ever!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 152:09


Dead is just a wordBlack Phone 2 is a 2025 American supernatural horror film directed by Scott Derrickson who co-wrote it with C. Robert Cargill, and produced by Jason Blum. It serves as a sequel to The Black Phone (2021). The film stars Ethan Hawke, Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, and Jeremy Davies reprising their roles with Demián Bichir joining the cast.As Finn, now 17, struggles with life after his captivity, his sister begins receiving calls in her dreams from the black phone and seeing disturbing visions of three boys being stalked at a winter camp known as Alpine Lake.00:00 Intro 19:51 Horror News 35:09 What We've Been Watching52:47 Film Review2:14:21 Creepy Caller Quiz2:23:54 Film Rating2:29:28 Outrowww.horrorhangout.co.ukPodcast - https://fanlink.tv/horrorhangoutPatreon - http://www.patreon.com/horrorhangoutFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/horrorhangoutpodcastX - http:/x.com/horror_hangout_TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@horrorhangoutpodcastInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/horrorhangoutpodcastBen - https://x.com/ben_errington​​​Andy - https://www.instagram.com/andyctwrites/Ash - https://www.instagram.com/ashmillmann/Audio credit - Taj Eastonhttp://tajeaston.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehorrorhangout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

W2M Network
Damn You Hollywood: Black Phone 2

W2M Network

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 119:56 Transcription Available


Black Phone 2 is a 2025 American supernatural horror film directed by Scott Derrickson from a script he co-wrote with C. Robert Cargill, and produced by Jason Blum. It serves as a sequel to The Black Phone (2021). The film stars Ethan Hawke, Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, and Jeremy Davies reprising their roles with Demián Bichir joining the cast.Black Phone 2 premiered at Fantastic Fest on September 20, 2025, and was released in the United States by Universal Pictures on October 17. The film received generally positive reviews from critics and has grossed $42.8 million worldwide with a budget of $30 million.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59 

Press START
Episode 179: Are Pikmin providing free childcare? (feat. AJ Fillari & Matt Horton)

Press START

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 84:21


Tori is joined this week to talk about games and gaming news by some fabulous guests :) You can find AJ on Dotzip, in the TWG Discord (info below) and online at ajfillari.online.You can find Matt on Can't Let it Go, In Sequence, in the TWG Discord and on YouTube at ~ flow state ~.THINGS MENTIONED: 0:00 Intro and hi to AJ and Matt!2:45 Nintendo's weird Pikmin videos were short films, not announcement teasers - The Verge6:40 AJ's news roundup: Kickstarter worker's strike + Emily Price's article about cooking in video games (link) + Jason Blum on AIFurther reading: Kickstarter United strikes in New York City for fairer contract - Rascal; The Cookbook Theory of Trails in the Sky - Unwinnable; ‘Blumhouse Is Not for Sale' ... - Variety13:45 Metaphor ReFantazio announcement (Metaphor spoilers from 14:50 to 15:05)21:20  What we're playingTori's on bluesky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠toridp98⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nathaniel's onlineNoah's onlineOur show is a proud member of The Worst Garbage network of podcasts. Find all the rest of the great shows on the network at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWorstGarbage.online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Worst Garbage Discord channel!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our intro/outro music are by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GEIST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and our show art is by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tristemegistus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We curate your gaming news together and Noah, Tori and Nathaniel take turns producing the show. You can follow the show on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Press_StartPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, on tumblr at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠press-startpod.tumblr.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on bluesky ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@press-startpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Email us questions about what you wanna hear us talk about, game recs and other stuff at heypressstart@gmail.com. We'd also appreciate if you left us reviews on your podcast app of choice! Good text reviews will be read out on the show

The Reel Rejects
Did Peacemaker Season 2 Tease Darkseid As The Main DCU Villain?! (Season 2 Finale)

The Reel Rejects

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2025 218:46


Man Of Tomorrow may not be what we thought! Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 8 Salvation Reveal Hints At Darkseid's Return?! TMNT 2 AI Controversy, Predator Badlands PG-13 Outrage, AI Escalation, & More — Greg Alba & John Humphrey go LIVE to break down all the biggest TV & film bombshells. We'll deep dive into Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 8 and how it sets up Salvation, including a possible Darkseid tease and multiverse implications. Next: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Chrome Alone backlash over Donnie's use of AI — is the criticism valid or overblown? Then we'll tackle Predator: Badlands receiving a PG-13 rating and why fans are furious. We'll also discuss Jason Blum's controversial remarks about using AI in horror cinema, especially after Zelda Williams pushed back. And as bonus segments: what if Ocean's 14 became real? Could Jonathan Majors return as Kang in the MCU? Is Andrew Garfield pushing for it? Plus other wild rumors, Easter eggs, and predictions across DC, Marvel, horror, and AI. Grab your theories, your popcorn, and jump into the chat — this is gonna be one for the archives. Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FIlm Trace
Audio Essay - The End of the Blum Supremacy - State of Horror Films 2025

FIlm Trace

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 47:16


“If Blumhouse is in a slump, I'd like to tell that story. I don't want other people to tell that story.”Jason Blum, The Town, July 2025In a baffling moment of industry transparency, Jason Blum called into The Town podcast on the morning after M3GAN 2.0's disastrous opening weekend in late June to discuss what went wrong. Jason is the founder and leader of the highly successful Blumhouse Productions, a movie studio that quickly rose to success in the 2010s by producing low-budget horror films. Jason is notorious for being open about the normally clandestine aspects of the moviemaking business, but The Town episode was extraordinarily illuminating and revealing. At the same time, Jason Blum was there to spin like any typical Hollywood mogul.M3GAN 2.0 opened to only 10 million dollars on its premiere weekend in late June 2025, which was under a third of what the original film opened to in 2023. The sequel will end up with a total of 39 million dollars at the box office versus the 181 million dollars of the original. Adding insult to injury, the production budget on the sequel was 25 million vs the original's 15 million, and the marketing budget for part two was certainly much higher as well. In short, M3GAN 2.0 is a huge bomb.Full Article: https://film-trace.beehiiv.com/p/the-end-of-the-blum-supremacyListen for more...

SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
234 – M3GAN 2.0 Box Office Disaster & Previewing Upcoming Horror Releases

SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 89:20


Ryan C. Showers and Josh Reinhold delve into the current state of the film industry's unpredictability with box office results, in trying to solve the case of “M3GAN 2.0” and its recent financial disaster. They discuss the implications on “M3GAN 2.0” on the upcoming releases of “Scream 7” and “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” Ryan and Josh probe Jason Blum's theory of the case about whether movies must be “events” in order to be lucrative in the modern day.   Introduction ‘Cat in the Hat' Trailer M3GAN 2.0: What Happened? I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025) Do Movies Have to be “Events” at the Box Office? Ranking Taylor Swift Albums  Find us on Patreon, Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, BlueSky, and Youtube. Host & CEO: @ScreamWithRCS  Producers: @squirrelandspud9 @ninnetimes @joneshiphop @tjonesfilms Feat. @joshgreinhold @209swiftie Taylor Swift Segment of the Day: Ranking Taylor Swift Albums

Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione Skye
Aura Farming. Queer Ultimatum. Lenny Kravitz. Jason Blum. The Hard-Ons. Microdosing LSD.

Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione Skye

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 31:14


Ben misjudges the “micro” part of micro-dosing. Ione learns about the Indonesian Boat Boy Aura Farmers. The Hard-Ons documentary. Jason Blum addressing Megan 2 being a flop. Ione loses her brooch at a fab party.To take a deeper dive into our world visit us at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/

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B.O. Boys (Movie Box Office)
Erick Weber of Midnight Movie Talk joins to set Blumhouse straight, give EDDINGTON the business and preview JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH! Plus, The Boys lance the MAILBAG!

B.O. Boys (Movie Box Office)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 71:47


"The Ace" Erick Weber is back to preview the opening weekend of JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH! Are ScarJo and the dinos in trouble? We also breakdown the advance buzz from the SUPERMAN screenings and whether FANTASTIC FOUR can help Marvel rebound. Plus Erick takes on Blumhouse's latest failures and whether Jason Blum's apology tour is enough. Huge ep! Remember to Rate (5 Stars), Review (Great show, blah, blah, blah) and Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b-o-boys-movie-box-office/id1489892648   Our AWESOME artwork was provided by the talented Ellie Skrzat. Check out her work at https://ellieskrzat.com/   Thanks to WannaBO Senior Intern Christopher for running our social media and WannaBO Intern Jack for the numbers.   E-mail us: theboboyspodcast@gmail.com   Subscribe on Youtube:   https://www.youtube.com/@theboboyspodcast   Follow us on Twitter: @TheBOBoysPod   Follow us on TikTok: @TheBOBoysPod   Subscribe to us on Substack and read our new articles: https://substack.com/@theboboys   -----

The Town with Matthew Belloni
Jason Blum Opens Up About the 'M3GAN 2.0' Flop, the Blumhouse Slump, and Bouncing Back

The Town with Matthew Belloni

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 34:49


Matt is joined by Blumhouse CEO Jason Blum to discuss why his new film, ‘M3GAN 2.0', significantly underperformed in its opening weekend, making only $10M domestically, Blumhouse's recent slump, what he has learned from this year, the state of the horror genre, and the highs and lows of moviemaking (02:20). Matt finishes the show with an opening-weekend box office prediction for ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth' (28:03). For a 20 percent discount on Matt's Hollywood insider newsletter, ‘What I'm Hearing ...,' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Email us your thoughts! ⁠⁠⁠thetown@spotify.com⁠⁠⁠ Host: Matt BelloniGuest: Jason Blum Producers: Craig Horlbeck and Jessie LopezTheme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

W2M Network
Damn You Hollywood: M3GAN 2.0 (2025)

W2M Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 104:57


We present our M3GAN 2.0 review!M3GAN 2.0 is a 2025 American science fiction action film that is the sequel to the 2022 film M3GAN. It follows M3GAN being rebuilt to combat a humanoid military robot built using M3GAN's technology that is attempting an AI takeover. It was written and directed by Gerard Johnstone from a story by Johnstone and Akela Cooper. It stars Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, Ivanna Sakhno, and Jemaine Clement, with Amie Donald physically portraying M3GAN while Jenna Davis voices the character. Jason Blum and James Wan return as producers under their respective Blumhouse Productions and Atomic Monster companies.M3GAN 2.0 premiered in New York on June 24, 2025, and was released in North America by Universal Pictures on June 27. The film received mixed reviews from critics and has grossed $17.2 million.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59 

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MOVIE Morning
M3GAN 2.0 - MOVIE REVIEW

MOVIE Morning

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 20:06


She's back! After the smash success that was the first M3GAN that released in January of 2023, M3GAN has returned for her second adventure from Blumhouse. I enjoyed the first M3GAN way more than I should have at the time, despite it being a relatively tame, paint by numbers killer robot movie. I appreciated the attempt to at least tie it into the idea of heavy technological reliance when parenting; it was more than I expected from a mid-tier Blumhouse movie. Admittedly, that description makes up almost the entirety of the studio's output but nevertheless. The sequel, from the trailers, looked bigger and badder in just about every way. Is it sure to be one of the most entertaining films of the summer? Find out in this review!M3GAN 2.0:Directed by: Gerard JohnstoneScreenplay by: Gerard JohnstoneStory by: Gerard Johnstone and Akela CooperBased on characters created by: Akela Cooper & James WanProduced by: James Wan, Jason Blum, Allison WilliamsExecutive Producers: Gerard Johnstone, Adam Hendricks, Greg Gilreath, Michael Clear, Judson Scott, Mark D. KatchurMusic by: Chris BaconCinematography by: Toby OliverCasting by: Sarah Domeier Lindo, Miranda Rivers, Terri TaylorProduction Design by: Brendan Heffernan, Adam WheatleyCostume Design by: Jeriana San JuanCast: Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, Brian Jordan Alvarez, Jen Van Epps, Amie Donald, Jenna Davis, Ivanna Sakhno, Aristotle Athari, Timm Sharp, Jemaine ClementSynopsis: After the underlying tech for M3GAN is stolen and misused by a powerful defense contractor to create a military-grade weapon known as Amelia, M3GAN's creator Gemma realizes that the only option is to resurrect M3GAN and give her a few upgrades, making her faster, stronger, and more lethal.

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The Hot Mic with Jeff and John
Dave Filoni, Carrie Beck to Replace Kathleen Kennedy! Sneider vs Blumhouse over SAW

The Hot Mic with Jeff and John

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 122:17


On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Dave Filoni or Carrie Beck to replace Kathleen Kennedy at Lucasfilm, trailers for Wicked 2, Alien Earth, Frankenstein, Megan 2.0 and Black Phone 2, our Ballerina review, Clayface casting update, Blumhouse buys a stake in the SAW franchise, Mikey Madison for A24's Masque of the Red Death, Mike Flanagan's Exorcist is pushed. Superman details and Michael Bay story, Ma sequel in the works, the fake Clint Eastwood interview controversy, LIONSGATE and its AI statement and more!#MARVEL #StarWars #DC #superman #Disney #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha ____________________________________________________________________________________Chapters:0:00 Intro and Rundown2:35 Walton Goggins, Orville Peck and Eric Andre in Talks for STREET FIGHTER Film8:19 Hunter Schaefer for Live Action Zelda and MCU Role - Real or No?10:35 THR Reports that Dave Filoni and Carrie Beck to Replace Kathleen Kennedy24:30 CLAYFACE Lead Down to 4 Actors Including Jack O'Connell28:20 DC and SUPERMAN Updates37:40 Jonathan Joss of Parks & Rec and King of the Hill is Murdered 42:39 Netflix's TUDUM Event Review - Trailers and Lady Gaga47:40 Blumhouse Buys SAW Franchise, Sneider Goes Off on Jason Blum and Blumhouse1:04:07 MIkey Madison to Lead A24's The Masque of the Red Death1:07:48 BALLERINA Review1:13:30 Streamlabs and Superchat Questions2:00:41 Paramount's Shari Redstone Diagnosed with CancerFollow John Rocha: @therochasays Follow Jeff Sneider: @TheInSneider  If you liked the episode, remember to SUBSCRIBE to the channel down below and hit a LIKE on this video.PATREON: https://patreon.com/JohnRocha Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-hot-mic-with-jeff-sneider-and-john-rocha--5632767/support.

Three Men and a Retrospective Podcast

By 2022, Stephen King adaptations were five years into a renaissance that began with 2017's adaptation of It. And after his successful Halloween legacy series began with a bang with 2018's Halloween, producer Jason Blum also wanted to get in on the act of adapting King. So he hired Zac Effron and director Keith Thomas (The Vigil) to once again bring King's Firestarter to the screen. Join Garrett, Matt, and Adam as they look at the 2022 version of King's 1980 novel that was generally panned by critics and audiences alike when it came out in the summer of 2022. Will they like it any better? Note: if anyone knows where we can get our hands on a copy of Syfy's Firestarter Rekindled, please let us know as it seems to of disappeared off the planet.

Percolated Media
Firestarter (2022)

Percolated Media

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 63:57


By 2022, Stephen King adaptations were five years into a renaissance that began with 2017's adaptation of It. And after his successful Halloween legacy series began with a bang with 2018's Halloween, producer Jason Blum also wanted to get in on the act of adapting King. So he hired Zac Effron and director Keith Thomas (The Vigil) to once again bring King's Firestarter to the screen. Join Garrett, Matt, and Adam as they look at the 2022 version of King's 1980 novel that was generally panned by critics and audiences alike when it came out in the summer of 2022. Will they like it any better? Note: if anyone knows where we can get our hands on a copy of Syfy's Firestarter Rekindled, please let us know as it seems to of disappeared off the planet.

W2M Network
TVPT: The Bondsman (2025)

W2M Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 59:30


It's the end of the world, and the only one who can save us is Kevin Bacon! Mark Radulich joins Alexis Hejna from Honeysuckle Rose Creations to talk about 'The Bondsman', Amazon Prime's new show that shows the ultimate form of Hell: a multilevel marketing scheme! The Bondsman is an American action horror television series created by Grainger David for Amazon Prime Video. The series premiered on April 3, 2025.Hub is a backwoods bounty hunter who comes back from the dead with an unexpected second chance at life, love, and a nearly-forgotten musical career — only to find that his old job now has a demonic new twist.In June 2023, it was reported that Prime Video commissioned eight half-hour episodes of the horror drama, created by Grainger David with Erik Oleson as showrunner and executive producer via his CrimeThink production company for whom Paul Shapiro also is executive producer. Jason Blum, Chris McCumber, Jeremy Gold and Chris Dickie executive produce for Blumhouse Television, as will Kevin Bacon and Grainger David.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59 

Katie Afraidy
148: DROP

Katie Afraidy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 13:35


Oooh a spooky airdrop with a meme! Scary! On this weeks of episode  Katie Afraidy we chat Blumhouse's new movie DROP! Katie Afraidy is a horror movie review podcast where host, horror fanatic, and comedian Katie Hettenbach talks with comedians, actors, and filmmakers about horror movies! Violet is a widowed mother who goes to an upscale restaurant to meet Henry, her charming and handsome date. However, her pleasant evening soon turns into a living nightmare when she receives phone messages from a mysterious, hooded figure who threatens to kill her young son and sister unless she kills Henry. Release date: April 11, 2025 (USA) Director: Christopher Landon MPAA rating: PG-13 Running time: 1h 40m Producers: Michael Bay, Cameron Fuller, Jason Blum, Bradley Fuller Genre: Thriller WANT STICKERS? https://www.stickermule.com/katieafraidy Subscirbe on Patreon for EXTENDED UNCUT Episodes, Stickers, and SO MUCH MORE! https://www.patreon.com/KatieAfraidy Get ready for more chaos coming every TUESDAY! Old episodes of Horror at The Store will be reposted to YouTube every THURSDAY! Use code KATIEAFRAIDY25 to get 25% off of your Fangoria subscription ! Check out Filmcraft Studio Gear! https://www.instagram.com/filmcraftla/ Please don't forget to subscribe, share, and give us a review! Love my little spooky community! Follow us on Socials! https://www.instagram.com/katie.afraidy/ https://www.instagram.com/kthetty/ https://www.tiktok.com/@katie.afraidy https://www.tiktok.com/@kthetty Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://open.spotify.com/show/33nXkTF...

Somewhere Between: A TV and Film Podcast
116: Drop - Spoiler Review

Somewhere Between: A TV and Film Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 34:01


Daniel and Erwin review the new horror film "Drop" directed by Christopher Landon. They talk about the movies suspense, the use of modern technology, and if the movie lands its twists, did they love it, did they hate it, or are they Somewhere Between? Listen to find out!Description:Violet is a widowed mother who goes to an upscale restaurant to meet Henry, her charming and handsome date. However, her pleasant evening soon turns into a living nightmare when she receives phone messages from a mysterious, hooded figure who threatens to kill her young son and sister unless she kills Henry.Release date: April 11, 2025 (USA)Director: Christopher LandonMPAA rating: PG-13Running time: 1h 40mProducers: Michael Bay, Cameron Fuller, Jason Blum, Bradley Fuller

Don't Kill the Messenger with movie research expert Kevin Goetz
Chris Landon (Writer, Director, Producer) on Growing Up in Hollywood & Creating "Feel-Good Horror"

Don't Kill the Messenger with movie research expert Kevin Goetz

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 50:26 Transcription Available


Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz sits down with Chris Landon, the acclaimed writer, director, and producer known for films like Happy Death Day, Freaky, Disturbia, and most recently, Heart Eyes. Son of television legend Michael Landon, Chris has carved his own path in Hollywood, specializing in horror comedy or what he calls "feel-good horror." He candidly shares personal stories about his Hollywood upbringing, coming out, surviving kidney cancer, and the creative approaches that have defined his successful career.Growing Up as Michael Landon's Son (05:04)Landon discusses his childhood as the son of a famous father, his parents' divorce, and how his mother's sudden religious conversion impacted his youth.Facing Personal Challenges (10:56)Chris opens up about his father's untimely death from pancreatic cancer when Chris was just 16, and his own journey as a cancer survivor, sharing an important message about health vigilance.Early Film Influences and Career Beginnings (12:07)Landon talks about his early love for horror films, how watching his father's fulfillment at work influenced him, and his introduction to both horror and emotional films like Terms of Endearment.From Writer to Director's Jail (24:41)Chris details his path from writing Disturbia to joining the Paranormal Activity franchise after boldly speaking up in a meeting, his experience with residuals, and eventually facing "director's jail" after Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse.Breaking through with Happy Death Day (38:38)Landon shares the story of how he resurrected a shelved script called Half to Death that became Happy Death Day, a $5 million film that grossed around $150 million and revitalized his career.Learning from Test Screenings (43:17)Landon explains key insights gained from audience screenings, including respecting the audience's intelligence and never betraying the rules established in a film.Upcoming Film: Drop (46:48)Landon previews his new edge-of-your-seat thriller Drop (releasing April 11), calling it his "grown-up movie" and a modern-day Hitchcock thriller starring Meagan Fahy.Throughout the conversation, Chris Landon demonstrates his resilience, creative vision, and commitment to authentic storytelling. From navigating Hollywood as the son of a legend to creating his own distinct voice in the horror genre, his journey offers insights into filmmaking, audience engagement, and personal growth.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review or connect on social media. Host: Kevin GoetzGuest: Chris LandonProducer: Kari CampanoWriters: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Hayman, Nick Nunez, and Kari CampanoAudio Engineer: Gary Forbes (DG Entertainment) For more information about Chris Landon:Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Landon_(filmmaker)IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0484907/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrislandon/?hl=en For more information about Kevin Goetz:Website: www.KevinGoetz360.comAudienceology Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Audience-ology/Kevin-Goetz/9781982186678Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @KevinGoetz360Link

Cumposting
Episode 49: 'Wolf Man', 'I'm Still Here' & 'Bulworth'

Cumposting

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 79:11 Transcription Available


Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CumpostingPodcastJoku & Rosa review 'Wolf Man', a 2025 American horror film directed and co-written by Leigh Whannell. A reboot of The Wolf Man franchise, the film stars Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner, and Sam Jaeger. The plot follows a family man seeking to protect his wife and daughter from a werewolf, only to become infected and slowly transform into the creature. Jason Blum produces alongside his Blumhouse Productions banner. We then discuss 'I'm Still Here' (Ainda Estou Aqui), a 2024 political biographical drama film directed by Walter Salles from a screenplay by Murilo Hauser and Heitor Lorega, based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva's 2015 memoir of the same name. It stars Fernanda Torres and Fernanda Montenegro as Eunice Paiva, a mother and activist coping with the forced disappearance of her husband, the dissident politician Rubens Paiva (Selton Mello), during the military dictatorship in Brazil. Lastly, we talk 'Bulworth', a 1998 American political satire black comedy film co-written, co-produced, directed by, and starring Warren Beatty. It co-stars Halle Berry, Oliver Platt, Don Cheadle, Paul Sorvino, Jack Warden, and Isaiah Washington. The film follows the title character, California Senator Jay Billington Bulworth (Beatty), as he runs for re-election while trying to avoid a hired assassin.Our Podcast Artist is the incredibly talented Vero (she/they) of Praxisstvdio who you should check out here: https://linktr.ee/praxisstvdioTwitch: http://www.twitch.tv/cmpostingThe Cumposting Power Ranking: https://letterboxd.com/cumposting/list/cumposting-all-movies-watched-ranked/Donate: https://throne.com/cumpostingSend Us a Voice Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/cumpostingReddit (Cringe): https://www.reddit.com/r/cumpostingpod/Follow Rosa: https://www.youtube.com/@ReddestRosaFollow Joku: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MqDAGSrKEVBzHtgBBbT0wIrish Shorts Editor Rosaburgs: https://x.com/marxlsmusFeaturing music from @newjazzunderground Outro guitar solo performed by @djangoklumppguitarImage of the Week: https://imgur.com/a/2H9gxCUChapters:0:00 Intro10:51 'Wolf Man' (2025) Review & Analysis23:55 Scoring & Ranking 'Wolf Man'24:31 Jokulands Glucks30:23 'I'm Still Here' (2024) Review & Analysis55:06 Scoring & Ranking 'I'm Still Here'56:17 'Bulworth' (1998) Review & Analysis1:07:09 Scoring & Ranking 'Bulworth'1:07:43 Q&A1:11:38 Album Time No. 21:13:06 Next Week's Films & Outro

That Film Stew Podcast
That Film Stew Ep 549 - Wolf Man (Review)

That Film Stew Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 23:49


Directed by Leigh Whannell, Wolf Man is the horror film produced by Jason Blum and Blumhouse Productions, which serves as a reboot of The Wolf Man franchise. Blake (Christopher Abbott) inherits his remote childhood home in rural Oregon after his own father vanishes and is presumed dead. Blake persuades his wife Charlotte (Julia Garner) to take a break from the city and visit the property with their young daughter, Ginger (Matlida Firth). But as the family approaches the farmhouse in the dead of night, they're attacked by an unseen animal and, in a desperate escape, barricade themselves inside the home as the creature prowls the perimeter.

Castle of Horror Podcast
Wolf Man (2025) - (Podcast/Discussion)

Castle of Horror Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 84:13


This week we have a look at the 2025 horror film WOLF MAN.  This is Episode #452! Wolf Man is a 2025 American horror film directed by Leigh Whannell from a screenplay he co-wrote with Corbett Tuck. A reboot of The Wolf Man (1941), the film stars Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner, and Sam Jaeger. The plot follows a family man seeking to protect his wife and daughter from a werewolf, only to become infected and slowly transform into the creature. Jason Blum produces alongside his Blumhouse Productions banner.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/castle-of-horror-podcast--4268760/support.

Horror Hangout | Two Bearded Film Fans Watch The 50 Best Horror Movies Ever!
Horror Hangout #368 : Wolf Man 2025 (w/ Radi Nikolov)

Horror Hangout | Two Bearded Film Fans Watch The 50 Best Horror Movies Ever!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 131:35


What if someone you love became something else?Wolf Man is a 2025 American psychological body horror film directed by Leigh Whannell from a screenplay he co-wrote with Corbett Tuck. A reboot of The Wolf Man (1941), the film stars Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner, and Sam Jaeger.The plot follows a family man seeking to protect his wife and daughter from a werewolf, only to become infected and slowly transform into the creature. Jason Blum produces alongside his Blumhouse Productions banner.00:00 Intro 09:53 Horror News 24:18 What We've Been Watching41:42 Film Review1:54:39 Name Game2:02:32 Film Rating2:08:39 Outrowww.horrorhangout.co.ukPodcast - https://fanlink.tv/horrorhangoutPatreon - http://www.patreon.com/horrorhangoutFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/horrorhangoutpodcastX - http:/x.com/horror_hangout_TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@horrorhangoutpodcastInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/horrorhangoutpodcastBen - https://x.com/ben_errington​​​Andy - https://www.instagram.com/andyctwrites/Radi - https://www.instagram.com/radi_nikolov_/https://www.rnikolov.co.uk/screams-by-the-sea-film-festivalhttps://filmfreeway.com/SCREAMSBYTHESEAAudio credit - Taj Eastonhttp://tajeaston.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehorrorhangout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

W2M Network
Damn You Hollywood: Wolf Man (2025)

W2M Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 115:46


Robert Winfree, Alexis Hejna and Mark Radulich present their Wolf Man 2025 Movie Review!Wolf Man is a 2025 American horror film directed by Leigh Whannell from a screenplay he co-wrote with Corbett Tuck. A reboot of The Wolf Man (1941), the film stars Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner, and Sam Jaeger. The plot follows a family man seeking to protect his wife and daughter from a werewolf, only to become infected and slowly transform into the creature. Jason Blum produces alongside his Blumhouse Productions banner.The film was announced in 2014 and was to be part of the Dark Universe, a shared cinematic universe centered on the Universal Monsters. Aaron Guzikowski and David Callaham were attached to write the script. After the failure of The Mummy (2017), Universal shifted its focus to standalone films. The success of Whannell's The Invisible Man (2020) rekindled Universal's interest in the Monsters franchise. They accepted a pitch by Ryan Gosling, who was also set to star, for a new Wolf Man film with Derek Cianfrance to direct. However, Cianfrance left the project in 2023 and Gosling dropped out of the role, remaining as executive producer while Whannell took over as director with a new cast. Principal photography occured in New Zealand in early 2024.Wolf Man was released in the United States by Universal Pictures on January 17, 2025. The film received mixed reviews from critics and has grossed $16.8 million.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59

NerdRound
Wolf Man (2025) Review | Horrifying and Tragic

NerdRound

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 8:02


Wolf Man (2025) Review | Horrifying and Tragic #wolfman #wolfmanmovie #horror We discuss the film 'Wolf Man' and our thoughts on the latest film that gives the Universal classic a contemporary twist. "Golden Globe nominee Christopher Abbott (Poor Things, It Comes at Night) stars as Blake, a San Francisco husband and father, who inherits his remote childhood home in rural Oregon after his own father vanishes and is presumed dead. With his marriage to his high-powered wife, Charlotte (Emmy winner Julia Garner; Ozark, Inventing Anna), fraying, Blake persuades Charlotte to take a break from the city and visit the property with their young daughter, Ginger (Matlida Firth; Hullraisers, Coma). But as the family approaches the farmhouse in the dead of night, they're attacked by an unseen animal and, in a desperate escape, barricade themselves inside the home as the creature prowls the perimeter. As the night stretches on, however, Blake begins to behave strangely, transforming into something unrecognizable, and Charlotte will be forced to decide whether the terror within their house is more lethal than the danger without." The film co-stars Sam Jaeger (The Handmaid's Tale), Ben Prendergast (The Sojourn Audio Drama) and Benedict Hardie (The Invisible Man). Wolf Man is directed by Leigh Whannell (The Invisible Man, Upgrade and Insidious: Chapter 3.) The screenplay is written by Leigh Whannell & Corbett Tuck, Lauren Schuker Blum & Rebecca Angelo (Dumb Money). The film is produced by Blumhouse founder and CEO Jason Blum and is executive produced by Ryan Gosling, Ken Kao, Bea Sequeira, Mel Turner and Leigh Whannell. Wolf Man is a Blumhouse and Motel Movies production.

SmartLess
"Jason Blum"

SmartLess

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 62:05


Mr. Jason Blum finally attains the golden chalice. A babbling brook, a flash of brilliance, and a commercial/residential electrician. “You can swallow saliva, you know. It's built for that.” Welcome to SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

The Monsters That Made Us
The Invisible Man (2020)

The Monsters That Made Us

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 105:24


Exit Alex Kurtzman, enter Jason Blum. In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” dive into Universal's first theatrical monster movie since the death of the Dark Universe. Join them as they discuss writer/director Leigh Whannell's bold new vision for the Invisible Man, including shifting the perspective to the victim, the clever camera work, the stunt choreography, changing the invisibility serum to an invisibility suit, and why a smaller, more intimate story–rather than a huge, globetrotting adventure–was exactly the hard reset the Universal Monsters needed. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!

Get Rec’d w/ Straw Hat Goofy
It's A Blumhouse Episode!

Get Rec’d w/ Straw Hat Goofy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 47:51


The heavy hitters of Blumhouse came to Rec the Pod today! Jason Blum, Leigh Whannell, Christopher Landon all meet Straw Hat at New York Comic Con to talk their latest films and favorite scary movies

Middle Class Film Class
Gab & Chatter: Woman of the Hour / Daddy's Head / Mr Crockett / Wolfs / Haunt / Poor Things / The Belko Experiment / Crippled Avengers / All Hallow's Eve

Middle Class Film Class

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 110:22


Hello classmates!Brett Easton Ellis is pissed again, Jason Blum turns to the dark side, and 4 upcoming movies that should be on your radar Visit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/4VVid2H7GkUhttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 730-6010Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)The Maple Syrup Don: StephenJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:Poor Things - HuluMr Crockett - HuluHaunt - Prime Video, TubiStarsky & Hutch - NetflixBatman Forever - MaxOver the Garden Wall - HuluFantastic Mr Fox - Peacock, Disney+All Hallow's Eve 1&2 - Shudder, Roku, Tubi, VixTrick r' Treat - MaxThe Evil Dead - AMC+, TubiThe Belko Experiment - Paramount+, Roku, Tubi, PlutoTrap - $6 rental everywhereDaddy's Head - Shudder, AMC+Wolfs - Apple TVWoman of the Hour - NetflixCrippled Avengers - Prime Video, Mubi, Indie Flix, Arrow, Flix Fling

The Real Brian Show
395: Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice… um… Bugjuice? | With Captain Influence

The Real Brian Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 46:45


I found a new pumpkin spice latte/mocha recipe! Captain saw Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice and has his review on the movie. I share my thoughts on Speak No Evil and Jason Blum's movies, the new Penguin tv show, Temple Grandin. We talk fall colors, nerd out on cool new baristas and how Caffeinatrix is now Miss Dumbum and we have a New Natalie. AND we have new music!! Only 5 episodes until we hit 400 EPISODES!!!The Real Brian Show is the show for the multipassionate person. The place to end your week on a positive note, nerd out with us, and HAVE FUN! Maybe learn a few things to better your life, and in general, escape all the negative crap around us!Patreon: https://patreon.com/realbrianshowBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iamtherealbrianMusic Spotify Playlists: TRBS 2024 Playlist on SpotifyTRB's GLORIOUSNESS (New Music) Playlist on SpotifyThe Captain Influence Playlist on SpotifySubscribe to The Real Brian Show Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-real-brian-show/id1160475222Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3UsRunmoQzHkrWbwmAjmLM?si=e76f534378ec4b8fYouTube: https://youtube.com/therealbrianSupport The Real Brian Show Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iamtherealbrianPatreon: https://patreon.com/realbrianshowAMAZON LINK: Any time you purchase something off of Amazon, please consider using the TRBS affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3OVl49oAffiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the channel at no additional cost to you!Connect With TRB and The Show! Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamtherealbrianFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamtherealbrian/TRBS Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realbrianshow/Website: https://realbrianshow.com

Our Forever Smiles: Cleft Mom Diaries and Support
Overcoming the Odds: Scott Cramton's Path from Cleft Palate to Shark Tank Success

Our Forever Smiles: Cleft Mom Diaries and Support

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 50:17 Transcription Available


In this heartfelt episode of Our Forever Smiles, we sit down with Scott Cramton, a remarkable entreprenuer who has overcome significant challenges to achieve extraordinary success. Born with a cleft palate, Scott faced numerous obstacles growing up, including difficulties with speech. Yet, with unwavering determination and a positive spirit, he found his voice and built a life filled with purpose and joy. Join us as Scott shares his inspiring story of resilience, perseverance, and self-discovery. Learn how he conquered his speech challenges, developed a strong sense of self, and found his passion for creating immersive experiences. This episode is a testament to the human spirit and the power of overcoming adversity. Scott Cramton on Shark Tank Want to share your story? Email us at ourforeversmiles@gmail.com. Want to be a show sponsor? Email us at ourforeversmiles@gmail.com Follow us @ourforeversmiles on social platforms We know you will have questions! Join our FB Community to discuss the weekly episode and speak directly to our guests.  _______________________________________________________________________________ This podcast is completely free for you, but if you'd ever consider supporting the show, we truly appreciate it. One way you can do that is by using our affiliate links. These are links to products we've mentioned on the show, and if you make a purchase through one of them, we might earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It's a great way to show your love for the podcast and help us keep creating content that educates, empowers, and strengthens the cleft lip and palate community! First Bottle to Purchase After Palate Repair - Post Palate Repair Straw Trainer Juselle's Cleft Palate Bottle - Pigeon Bottle Specialty Feeder Sippy Cup for Pre Palate Repair Prep - Munchkin 360 Weigh your Baby at Home - Weighted Feeds Scale Squeezable Straw Training Bottle - Honey Bear Straw Cup Free Flow Cup for Pre palate Repair Prep - Reflo Smart Cup Pacifiers that have Worked for Cleft Lip and Palate Babies - Itzy Ritzy Pacifiers that have Worked for Cleft Lip and Palate Babies - MAM Pacifiers that have Worked for Cleft Lip and Palate Babies - Itzy Ritzy Scar Cream Recommended by Alexis Garcia, Cleft Lip Mom - bioCorneum - Pricey**

Cinemondo Podcast
Wolf Man Teaser Reaction! Julia Garner | Christopher Abbott

Cinemondo Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 10:18


Send us a textWolf Man Teaser Reaction! Julia Garner | Christopher Abbott! Kathy, Mark and Burk react to Wolf Man, an upcoming American supernatural horror film directed by Leigh Whannell. A reboot of the 1941 film of the same name, it stars Christopher Abbott and Julia Garner. Jason Blum serves as a producer through his Blumhouse Productions banner, alongside Motel Movies.#wolfmanMovie #trailerreaction #juliagarner #blumhouse #blumhouseproductions Get early access to these reviews by joining Patreon or our YouTube channel! YouTube Membershiphttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvt8UhKoTahIIRGIwxzUVVA/joinPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/CinemondoPodcastJoin this channel to get access to fun perks like exclusive content and private Discord channel!:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvt8UhKoTahIIRGIwxzUVVA/joinOfficial Swag https://shop.spreadshirt.com/cinemondoNew videos daily!!Subscribe for the latest movie reviewshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvt8UhKoTahIIRGIwxzUVVA?sub_confirmation=1

Squawk Pod
Tariffs, Taxes, & Spooky Season Movies 09/10/24

Squawk Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 34:59


China tariffs and tax reform are key topics in the 2024 election–and in the first debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton and Hayman Capital Management Founder & CIO Kyle Bass discuss America's shifting trade politics, the case for tariffs, and which tax changes they'd like to see from the White House. Horror filmmaker Jason Blum is out with his latest fright flick this Friday. Blumhouse Productions, which brought audiences “Get Out” and “Paranormal Activity” presents a parenthood-inspired scary movie for the start of spooky season: “Speak No Evil.” Plus, Apple unveiled new iPhone AI features and a new Apple Watch at its launch event, and SpaceX will attempt the first civilian space walk in history.  Jay Clayton & Kyle Bass - 16:33Jason Blum - 29:45 In this episode:Jason Blum, @jason_blumKyle Bass, @JkylebassBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

Multiverse News
RDJ as DR. DOOM, Deadpool & Wolverine Box Office, So Much Comic-Con News!

Multiverse News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 85:51


Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universes. We were all expecting some exciting news and confirmations coming out of Marvel Studios' San Diego Comic-Con Hall H presentation, but nothing could have prepared us for the biggest and most shocking reveals; so, let's break down the tastiest Marvel morsels making waves: Jumping straight into the big Avengers News The Russos Bros were officially announced as the directors of both upcoming Avengers films. MCU veteran Stephen McFeely also was revealed to be writing the screenplays for both. The untitled fifth Avengers film that was once The Kang Dynasty, is now Avengers: Doomsday and is eyeing May 2026 for its release. The title and release of Avengers: Secret Wars was confirmed for May 2027. Robert Downey, Jr. will return to the MCU to play Dr. Doom. Captain America: Brave New World kicked off the proceedings where we learned: Harrison Ford's Thunderbolt Ross is, in fact, our Red Hulk Tiamut is the source of Adamantium in the MCU Giancarlo Esposito's mystery character is Sidewinder, a leader of the Serpent Society After a Thunderbolts* cast appearance, the focus switched to the Fantastic Four film, which was revealed to include the subtitle: First Steps; with the titular cast taking the stage even as filming just began in London. Regarding would-be Marvel saviors, Deadpool & Wolverine, this year's sole theatrical outing for Marvel Studios, was an absolute monster at the box office, hauling in more than $211 million domestically in its opening weekend. That was enough to make it the sixth highest opening of all time in the States, as well as the highest opening for an R-rated film ever; And it was no slouch worldwide either, with an impressive $444.3 million 3-day opening globally. While the Distinguished Competition did not have nearly as visible a presence at Comic-Con this year, the week was still full of noteworthy updates from DC Studios. First, figurehead James Gunn unveiled a new logo for the studio with a simple, clean design that, much like his version of Superman appears to, harkens back to the Golden Age of comics. Additionally, we got our first look at the DCU's debut project, Creature Commandos, via a trailer that showcased the show's animation and each team member in action. Lastly, it's a double dose of Penguin news, as the third trailer for the upcoming Colin Farrell-led HBO original series hit the internet alongside the news that Matt Reeve's and Bruce Timm's Batman: Caped Crusader series at Amazon will feature a female Penguin. We'd be remiss if we didn't acknowledge the reason Comic-Con exists in the first place… The Comics! Thankfully, our resident aficionado is here to give us a snapshot of the latest and greatest happenings from the panels and pages of our favorite fictional universes. Take it away, Hayley: SAG-AFTRA is striking against major video game companies after nearly two years of unsuccessful negotiations for its Interactive Media Agreement. The strike began on July 26 at 12:01 a.m. Last week on July 25, Kevin Feige received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Several actors from the Marvel Cinematic Universe were in attendance for the ceremony. Dune and Mission: Impossible star Rebecca Ferguson has joined the cast of Netflix's upcoming Peaky Blinders movie and will star alongside Cillian Murphy. The long-rumored Spawn movie may finally emerge from development hell. With a script titled King Spawn now completed, creator Todd McFarlane and Blumhouse's Jason Blum are set to meet with directors. At San Diego Comic-Con, Paramount unveiled the title sequence for the upcoming animated series Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Set in the universe of 2023's Mutant Mayhem, it will bridge that film and its sequel. The series streams on Paramount+ starting August 9.