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The Legend of Vox Machina is an adult animated action fantasy comedy-drama series created by Critical Role Productions. Based on the first campaign of the Dungeons & Dragons web series titled Critical Role, the Prime Video series is set in a fantasy world and it follows a group of unlikely heroes known as Vox Machina who are tasked with saving their realm of Exandria from dark magical forces. The Legend of Vox Machina’s voice cast includes Laura Bailey, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Matthew Mercer, Liam O’Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, and Travis Willingham. So, if you loved the fantastical world, hilarious comedy, and compelling characters in The Legend of Vox Machina here are some similar shows you should check out next.

Castlevania (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Netflix

Castlevania is an adult animated dark medieval fantasy action-adventure series created by Warren Ellis.

With James Gunn’s Dcu in the making, fans have a lot of questions about their favorite characters making it to the DC Universe. However, there’s one big hitter from the comics that has often been sidelined by both live-action and animated adaptations. Yes, we are talking about Green Lantern.

Ryan Reynolds as the Green Lantern| Warner Bros.

Green Lantern did get a chance at revival as a successful animation in 2011. However, the reputation that preceded the IP due to Ryan Reynolds’ failed movie left a big scar on its legacy.

Lack of a toyline caused the cancellation of Green Lantern: The Animated Series Green Lantern: The Animated Series| Warner Bros

When it comes to superhero IPs, adaptations and merchandise go hand in hand. When Ryan Reynolds‘ Green Lantern film fumbled hard, the toy sales went down the drain.

Josh Keaton, who voiced Hal Jordan in the animated show,...

The Flash stands out as fiction’s most famous speedster, having been adapted many times in both animated and live-action formats. Over the decades, various actors have portrayed the iconic character, with some resonating more with audiences than others. Fans on Ranker recently rated all actors who have taken on the Flash roles, including both voice and live-action performances. We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 based on their rankings. Let’s dive in!

10. Kenny Johnston

Kenny Johnston portrayed Barry Allen/The Flash for a brief period, appearing in the 1997 made-for-tv movie Justice League of America. This film, presented as a mockumentary about the titular superheroes, was originally intended as a pilot for a Justice League TV series that never came to fruition. Although his time as the Flash was short, Johnston’s role earned him a spot in the top 10.

9. Josh Keaton

Keaton voiced Barry Allen and Wally West across various animated projects,...

The Flash is fiction’s most notable speedster, the character is so iconic that it’s been adapted numerous times both in animated form and live-action projects. Several names carried the mantle of Flash over the last several decades and some have resonated with the audience better than others. Fans gathered on Ranker to rate all actors that were associated with Flash roles in the past, both voice actors and live-action actors and we decided to bring you the 10 best. Let’s go!

10. Kenny Johnston

Kenny Johnston was Flash (Barry Allen) for a relatively short time. He appeared in ‘Justice League of America’ (1997 TV movie). ‘Justice League of America’ is a 1997 made-for-tv movie presented as a mockumentary about the titular superheroes. It was initially intended as a pilot for a ‘Justice League’ TV series, which ultimately did not materialize. Short but sweet, at least he made it to the top...

What If …? Is returning for a third season, but viewers now know it will be the final season of the Marvel animated series. Disney+ renewed the series for a third season in July 2022, ahead of its second season premiere. A premiere date for the final episodes has not yet been announced.

The anthology series shows an alternative history for Marvel with twists like Peggy Carter (Hayley Atwell) becoming Captain America and T'Challa (Chadwick Boseman) becoming Star Lord. Actors from the Marvel films often lend their talents to voice their animated counterparts. Others who've been heard in multiple episodes include Jeffrey Wright, Terri Douglas, Matthew Wood, Robin Atkin Downes, Fred Tatasciore, Mick Wingert, Josh Keaton, Helen Sadler, Samuel L. Jackson, Lake Bell, Benedict Cumberbatch, Michael Ralph, Debra Wilson, Chris Hemsworth, Sebastian Stan, and Piotr Michael.

The history of Hollywood adapting video games in movies and TV shows has been a little spotty, to say the least, but in recent years, I think the tide has been turning. With shows like The Last of Us and Fallout, video game fans have developed a little hope to see their favorite adapted into a great piece of art and while there will still be wasted efforts like Netflix’s The Witcher and Paramount+’s Halo, they are still only two shows. So, in keeping with that spirit of hope we created a list of the 10 best TV shows that were adapted from video games, they can be original stories in the world of video games but they have to be connected to the original IP.

Knuckles (Paramount+ & Prime Video Add-On)

Knuckles is a comedy-adventure series created by John Whittington and Toby Ascher. Based on the Sonic the Hedgehog...

Fears of a future where artificial intelligence overpowers flesh-and-blood humans have always been a paramount tenet of sci-fi storytelling. And when these sentient robots closely resemble human behavior and exterior appearance (as in “Blade Runner” or “AI Artificial Intelligence”), then the conundrum of whether they should be granted human dignity rather than being seen as disposable presents itself. But the closer that such a hypothetical reality feels to our present — with generative AI threatening artistic creation, for example — the less likely it seems we will ever feel compassion for these entities.

French director Jérémie Périn’s cyberpunk mystery “Mars Express” manages to further complicate our sentiments with its dense yet satisfying world-building. A gripping, heady and refreshing 2D animated take on the perils of man and machine coexisting, Périn’s first feature as a director inserts the necessary exposition in a mostly natural manner so we incrementally become aware of how this reality functions.

Like so many cyberpunk movies before it, Jérémie Périn’s ultra-cool and dazzlingly animated “Mars Express” is sustained by the vertigo between the boundlessness of computer technology and the banality of what people do with it. What separates this accomplished French “Ghost in the Shell” homage from its most obvious touchstone — and from several other detective stories in which a police team of people and androids investigate what it means to be human — is the film’s determination to dismantle that dynamic.

Much less nakedly philosophical than anything Mamoru Oshii has ever made, “Mars Express” is nevertheless fascinated by the future that artificial intelligence might choose for itself if it were unshackled from the limits of our mortal imaginations (and from the anxieties that come along with them). Périn is humble enough to only half-guess at an answer, but his steadfast conviction that humans and robots could mutually inhibit the...

X-Men ’97 has had massive success among the Marvel fans. The animated series, which is a revival and continuation of the ’90s X-Men show, has generated immense hype. However, it has also attracted very strong criticism regarding the character of Rogue. The fans did not appreciate how the show pulled off some insane de-sexualization of the curvaceous figure of Rogue.

Rogue in X-Men ’97

Since the first trailer dropped, many fans who found their first love in Rogue in the 90s complained on the internet that her physique was drastically changed in the new animation. In some scenes, Rogue’s butt looked extremely flat. However, the Rogue voice actress, Lenore Zann, seems to have found the perfect way to address the criticism by paying homage to the iconic “America’s Ass.”

How did Lenore Zann address the criticisms of Rogue in X-Men ’97?

The much-talked-about scene of Rogue in the original...

This article contains spoilers for "X-Men '97."

I'm the precise age to have been introduced to the Marvel Universe by animation and film. Back then in the bygone 2000s, superhero movies never crossed over and the best that us wee fans could hope for was, say, the X-Men playing guest star on "Spider-Man" for an episode or two. I've now evolved into a curmudgeon who thinks superhero cinema could use more individuality and less interconnectivity, but I digress.

All this is to say that "X-Men '97" episode 7, "Bright Eyes," featured the sort of brief guest appearance that would've made 10-year-old me super-excited: Rogue meets Captain America (Josh Keaton). You might recall that Cap appeared back in the original "X-Men" cartoon; the season 5 episode, "Old Soldiers," showed him and Wolverine on a mission together in World War II. We've known for two weeks that Cap would be showing up (thanks to...

X-Men ’97: Captain America Returns ( Photo Credit – Disney+ Hotstar )

Every Marvel fan is currently busy binging on the X-Men ’97 series. The premise of the animated series picks up where the 1990s X-Men: The Animated Series ends. The MCU series is created by Beau DeMayo. So far, seven episodes have dropped on Disney+ Hotstar. In the latest episode, ‘Bright Eyes’, the team has brought back Steve Rogers, aka Captain America.

In MCU movies, Chris Evans, who played Steve Rogers, is probably dead after Avengers: Endgame. But seeing the Cap return in X-Men ’97 made the Marvel fans happy. However, not everyone is pleased with the way they treated him in the animated series. Fans are unhappy with how the makers showed Steve’s alignment towards the government when he stood against their wrongdoings in movies. It’s a scene between Rogue (voiced by Lenore Zann) and Cap (Josh Keaton) that has got the reactions.

X-Men ‘97 continues its narrative momentum from the emotional sixth episode into its seventh episode. Following the demise of Gambit, the episode primarily focuses on Rogue’s quest to seek justice for her former teammate and love interest’s demise. In the process, viewers get to witness some exciting cameos from fan-favorite MCU characters.

A still from X-Men ‘97

While the cameos do not significantly affect the overall plot of the episode they still serve as a nice nod to the larger universe the X-Men inhibit. Such cameos were also a trademark of the original 90s animated series and the earlier entries in Kevin Feige’s MCU, which later expanded into a grand shared universe. Here is what you need to know about X-Men ‘97 episode 7’s cameos and how they use a trick from Feige’s early MCU playbook.

X-Men ‘97 Episode 7 Features Cameos From Fan Favorite MCU Characters...

There’s no doubt that Invincible, the superhero series from the mind of Robert Kirkman, borrows a lot from other beloved franchises in the same genre. The biggest similarity would be how Omni-Man resembles Superman in many ways and how the Guardians of the Globe are another version of the Justice League or the Avengers.

The popularity of the comics and animated series has brought it into the cultural spotlight, with Omni-Man even making an appearance on Fortnite as a playable character. Now, we have a mod that brings another character from the series to a game filled with sticky situations.

Invincible’s Agent Spider Makes an Appearance in Marvel Spider-Man

Swing into action as Agent Spider from Invincible!

Mods are one of the biggest draws for PC gaming. While some may be superficial, others allow you to change the game entirely. A good case is Skyrim, where the modding...

Green Lantern, starring Ryan Reynolds as the titular character, was a critical disaster for DC. The film was panned by fans and critics alike, and even Reynolds refused to suit up to play Hal Jordan again.

Unfortunately, the film’s failure was not just limited to the box office. It had far-reaching effects, and one of the victims of the catastrophe was DC’s animated show. Green Lantern: The Animated Series could not evade the chopping block either, and its cancellation was tied to Reynold’s forgettable outing as the superhero.

Reynold’s film bombed at the box office (Source: Green Lantern)

Ryan Reynold’s Green Lantern spelled disaster for the animated series

DC has always produced exceptionally good animated shows, and the series about the intergalactic corps was one of them. With Bruce Timm as the producer, the series revolved around the iconic Hal Jordan.

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The popular Amazon Prime animated series Invincible just had its Season 2 Finale. The series, which is a mature-rated deconstruction of the superhero genre, focuses on a young adult hero trying to find a place in a world full of ever-growing threats, including his own family. But during the finale, there was one moment that many fans were hoping to see, but they were rather let down when it wasn’t exactly what they wanted.

In the episode, Invincible was battling the villain Angstrom Levy, who saw the hero through various multiverse portals to try and eliminate him. The issue this story was based on was Issue #33. That issue is notable because we see Invincible get sent to the Marvel Universe and run into Spider-Man and Doc Ock. Invincible would return back through another portal, but we would see what happens in their meet-up in Marvel Team-Up #14, which featured the two...

This article contains spoilers for Invincible season 2 episode 8.

Sometimes a fandom can get, let’s say, ahead of themselves. A certain rumor will take hold with only the flimsiest evidence to back it up and before you know it, every single character on WandaVision is Mephisto (our bad on that one).

At first glance, that appeared to be the case with the second season of Amazon Prime Video’s Invincible. Shortly before Invincible season 2 premiered in late 2023 (and then again in early 2024), fans of the series and the Robert Kirkman comic upon which it is based became convinced that none other than Spider-Man would be appearing in an upcoming episode. And in said fans’ defense, the evidence was actually pretty compelling.

Readers of the comic noted that Mark Grayson and the friendly neighborhood webslinger have actually canonically met each other on the page, despite the former being the owned by...

The second season of Invincible introduces Angstrom Levy, one of the deadliest foes of the titular hero. Levy’s presence in the story opens the door for Mark Grayson to explore the multiverse, which comes to fruition in the second season finale with a couple of interesting multiversal cameos.

A still from Invincible

According to lead voice actor Steven Yeun, the multiversal cameos likely won’t end with the second season. In a new interview, Yeun teased that there could be more such cameos after Spider-Man and Batman. Here are the multiversal cameos Yeun wants to see in the future and what he revealed about Invincible season 3.

Steven Yeun Teases More Multiverse Cameos in Invincible Season 3

Actor Steven Yeun voices Mark Grayson / Invincible in the animated adaptation of Robert Kirkman‘s comic book. In the finale, Mark briefly meets a superhero named Agent Spider (voiced by Josh Keaton of The...

Released on April 4 on Prime Video, the adult animated series Invincible’s Season 2 finale took the internet by storm. Narrating the tale of titular teen superhero Mark Grayson, the finale finally disclosed the highly anticipated appearance of legendary voice actor Josh Keaton in the role of Agent Spider.

A still from Invincible

Well, it’s not the only surprise that Invincible Season 2 finale had for its audience. The show also featured a cheeky little easter egg that canonized Mark’s appearance in Fortnite. Without spoiling the whole episode let’s take a look into how Mark visited the Fortnite universe.

Spoilers Ahead!

Invincible Season 2 Starred Josh Keaton as Agent Spider

Back in February, ahead of the release of Invincible Season 2, the animated show took to social media platforms to tease fans with a surprising appearance from legendary voice actor Josh Keaton. After the star announced that he would soon become a part of the show,...

Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers for the Season 2 finale of Invincible

The final episodes of Invincible Season 2 wrapped up recently, culminating in a multiverse-hopping showdown between Mark Grayson and the villainous Angstrom Levy. This epic finale had a lot to live up to, especially with the much-talked-about cameo of a fan-favorite superhero – Spider-Man!

A still from Invincible

Since the announcement of Invincible Season 2 voice cast last year, one name had been on everyone’s lips: Josh Keaton, renowned for his voice of Spider-Man in The CW’s beloved animated series, The Spectacular Spider-Man. With the finale now aired, the mystery of Keaton’s role has been unveiled… meet Agent Spider.

SUGGESTEDWild Invincible Multiverse Theory Coming True Would Mean the Show Has Officially Abandoned Robert Kirkman’s Comics

In an exclusive interview with Variety, Invincible creator Robert Kirkman details this matter.

Robert Kirkman Talks about Spider-Man Appearance in Invincible Season 2

Josh Keaton,...

Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers for the Season 2 finale of “Invincible,” now streaming on Prime Video, plus light spoilers for upcoming storylines in the “Invincible” comic.

Just shy of three years after the Season 1 finale of “Invincible” streamed on Prime Video, the final episode of Season 2 has arrived at long last — and there was just as much bloody, superhero action.

In “I Thought You Were Stronger,” the finale to Season 2 Part 2, Mark/Invincible (Steven Yeun) rushes home after the multiverse-traveling villain Angstrom Levy (Sterling K. Brown) kidnaps his mom Debbie (Sandra Oh) and baby alien half-brother Oliver. At first, it seems like the vengeful villain has the upper hand. Every time Mark flies toward him, Angstrom opens up a portal and strands Mark in a different dimension.

The battle leads to some eye-catching, alternate-universe cameos. In one callback to the original “Invincible” comic, Mark crashes into a web-slinging superhero...

This article contains spoilers for Invincible season 2 episode 8.

Invincible‘s first season finale was a tough act to follow. Mark Grayson a.k.a. Invincible’s bloody battle with his own father Nolan a.k.a. Omni-Man is already the stuff of animated superhero TV (and meme) legend. Still the Invincible season 2 finale comes closer to recapturing the excitement than it has any right to.

After Mark got his ass handed to him by Nolan last time around, it’s finally his turn to do some ass-handing himself. Multiverse-hopper Angstrom Levy (Sterling K. Brown) immediately became one of Invincible’s greatest threats by holding his family hostage. Those stakes give this finale “I Thought You Were Stronger” an impressive emotional throughline.

And of course, there is some multiverse nonsense to enjoy as well. Here is how Invincible season 2 ends.

Wait, Was That Spider-Man?

Speaking of the multiverse, “I Thought You...

Invincible Season 2 ended its month-long remaining run of episodes, closing out on its big finale with Mark Grayson facing off against Angstrom Levy, who sends the young hero across the multiverse. Given that this was hotly anticipated by fans, the show had a very tough nut to crack with the cameo of a beloved superhero: Spider-Man.

Invincible Season 2

However, it must be noted that the rights to the Team-Up comics sit with Marvel Comics, and the license to use these characters for streaming, is with Sony. This would have caused Amazon to put in a tremendous amount of money for the finale, for a relatively short cameo. However, Invincible was able to come up with a great substitute that brought not one, but two separate Marvel characters into the show (in a manner of speaking)

A spider-themed hero did make a cameo in Invincible Season 2

Agent Spider in Invincible Season 2 Episode 8

Josh Keaton,...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has become a cultural phenomenon. Spanning over two dozen interconnected films and numerous television shows, it’s a sprawling saga that has captivated audiences worldwide. From the iconic Iron Man suit-up to the emotional sacrifice of Black Widow, the MCU has delivered unforgettable moments and established itself as the highest-grossing film franchise of all time.

A still from Spider-Man: No Way Home

This monumental achievement can be traced back to 2009 when Disney acquired Marvel Entertainment in a groundbreaking deal. This wasn’t just a financial move but also a fusion of creative powerhouses. However, this partnership did not come without its cost.

Suggested“He is the definitive voice of Spider-Man”: Yuri Lowenthal Returns to Give His Voice For Spider-Man For 11th Time MCU Led to the Scrapping of The Spectacular Spider-Man A still from Spectacular Spider-Man

The partnership between Disney and Marvel was a dream come true for many.

After The Flash actor Ezra Miller faced a string of controversies, it seems that Amazon’s Invincible opted to play it safe and replace the actor with voice acting legend Eric Bauza. And it appears, Prime Video executed this change rather subtly, as Miller had previously voiced the character, Mad Scientist Da Sinclair who first appeared in the episode called You Look Kinda Dead in Season 1. However, when Sinclair reappeared in the latest episode of the series, the character was voiced by Bauza. But who is Eric Bauza?

Ezra Miller as D.A. Sinclair, in Invincible Who is Eric Bauza?

Eric Bauza is somewhat of a big deal in voice acting, known for voicing famous characters like Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck from Looney Tunes. Originally from Scarborough, Toronto, he has now become essentially an A-lister in the industry. Apart from Looney Tunes, he’s worked on a bunch of...

Swinging onto the scene in 2008, The Spectacular Spider-Man animated series offered a fresh take on the web-slinging hero. Aimed at a slightly older audience than previous shows, the series captured the essence of being a teenager juggling school, friends, family, and the ever-present responsibility of being a superhero.

A still from The Spectacular Spider-Man

This show not only delivered classic Spidey action but also paid subtle homage to a comic book adaptation legend who also worked on DC Studio’s Justice League. The cameo was a clever way for the creators to show their respect for the ones who have the brains behind the shows.

Creator of The Spectacular Spider-Man and Young Justice Had A Cameo In The Marvel Show

There was a hidden gem tucked for the fans within The Spectacular Spider-Man. The series’ mastermind, Greg Weisman, is a veteran of the comic book industry, having worn many hats throughout his career.

The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes is unarguably considered one of the most successful shows ever created by Marvel Animation. With a perfectly star-studded cast and a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the series showed the earth’s mightiest superheroes from the comics teaming up to form the Avengers and defeat evil.

The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes.

But what fans do not know is that this very series would have almost revived one major fan-favorite character from the dead: Peter Parker from The Spectacular Spider-Man series. However, Drake Bell getting cast to voice the friendly neighborhood superhero in Ultimate Spider-Man eventually ended up ruining the plans, leaving fans robbed.

The Epic Spectacular Spider-Man x Earth’s Mightiest Heroes Crossover That Never Came to be

The Spectacular Spider-Man animated series was indeed one of the most interesting and true-to-the-source-material shows on the web-slinger before its unexpected cancellation after season 2. But even when he was put to rest,...

The Invincible series is garnering attention for its unique concept and mature themes, which continue to expand with the upcoming release of part two of its second season. Created by Robert Kirkman, the adult animated show continues to be in the spotlight, with Episode 7 of Invincible Season 2 introducing The Boys star, Shantel VanSanten.

A still from Invincible Season 2

Her entry into the superhero franchise is completely different from her role in The Boys, who voices the infamous character, Anissa from the comics.

Who is Shantel VanSanten?

Shantel VanSanten is no stranger to the superhero genre, playing the love interest of Barry Allen- Patty Spivot in The Flash. She played a significant role in Amazon Prime’s The Boys, portraying Becca Butcher, wife to Karl Urban’s Billy Butcher, in the series.

SUGGESTEDMarvel Fans Can Not Ignore the Spider-Man Reference in Invincible After Josh Keaton Teased His Mystery Character

At the beginning of the series,...

Marvel and DC fans have been waiting for someday when finally the worlds of Superman and Iron Man may collide. Although such a crossover sounds far-fetched, it looks like another prominent superhero IP, Invincible may pull off a similar stunt. This is speculated as recently The Spectacular Spider-Man fame Josh Keaton teased his appearance in Invincible Season 2.

The Spectacular Spider-Man

However, even before the potential crossover, Marvel fans did not ignore a subtle reference to the web-slinger in the latest Invincible episode. Despite being an extremely minute detail, Marvel fans took over the internet to express their excitement about the Spidey reference.

The latest Invincible episode gives a clever Spider-Man easter-egg A still from Invincible Season 2

The Invincible has amassed a massive fandom after its animated series launched on Amazon Prime. It provided a breath of fresh air by introducing bloody and mature themes in the prevailing atmosphere of generic superhero stories.

The second part of Invincible Season 2 will premiere in March and Marvel fans were really looking forward to these last four episodes of the season. Mark Grayson’s new foe Angstrom Levy will have a more significant role in the upcoming episodes. Along with that, one new voice-casting in the series and the title of the upcoming eighth episode led many to believe that a crossover event between Invincible and Spider-Man would happen this season.

Mark Grayson in Invincible Season 2 Part 2 teaser

However, Robert Kirkman, the series creator, has revealed upsetting news for Marvel fans who were expecting this team-up. The crossover event happened in Marvel Comics in 2004’s Marvel Team-Up #14 when Mark Grayson traveled to 616 Marvel Universe and met Spider-Man.

Marvel Fans May Not Get To See Invincible And Spider-Man Team Up

A crossover between Invincible and Spider-Man may not happen in Invincible Season 2 Part 2

Many fans believed that...

Amazon Prime Video built anticipation for Invincible‘s return with a new poster for Season 2, Episode 5. After Season 1 premiered on the platform in 2021, fans waited eagerly for news about Season 2.

Steven Yeun as Mark Grayson in a still from Invincible

However, the release schedule for the first four episodes was finally confirmed. Yet, fans were left in the dark about the rest of the season’s release date.

The good news is that Mark is now returning to Earth to read his father’s sci-fi books for answers to save his people. Invincible Season 2 returns on Amazon Prime on Thursday, March 14, along with episode 5.

Its remaining episodes will be released weekly after that. There’s been talk about Spider-Man showing up in Invincible season 2, but now rumors are swirling even more.

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Possible Spider-Man...

Marvel’s What If? Is back for a second series on Disney+ this December – and here’s the trailer to prove it…

What If? was a surprising, fun addition to the Marvel canon when it first landed on Disney+, perhaps because the sheer scale of storytelling possibilities is so huge.

Series one featured scenarios as wide ranging as Peggy Carter becoming the First Avenger and T’Challa becoming a Star Lord, to examining what might have happened if artificially-intelligent supervillain Ultron hadn’t been defeated by those pesky Avengers. It doesn’t look like the next run of the show will be pulling its punches either.

Promotion is underway for it now, and we now have a synopsis for the second series. It doesn’t tell us much, but nevertheless reads as follows:

Season 2 of Marvel Studios’ imaginative and captivating “What If…?” series continues the journey as The Watcher guides viewers again through the vast multiverse,...

"Things have gotten a little twisted in the Multiverse…" Marvel has revealed the official trailer for Season 2 of the fun spin-off series What If...?, where they present short stories based on crazy "what if" scenarios in the MCU. The first season launched in 2021 to mixed reviews, and this second season will be out to watch in December. One new episode will introduce an original MCU character named Kahhori, a young Mohawk woman who seeks to discover her powers after the Tesseract crash-lands in the Haudenosaunee Confederacy in pre-colonial America. In another episode, Peggy Carter / Captain Carter believes that the love of her life, Steve Rogers, is long-dead until he is discovered alive as the villainous Hydra Stomper. That sounds wild! The voice cast set for Season 2 includes Hayley Atwell, Lake Bell, Josh Keaton, and Jeffrey Wright back as The Watcher, the main character in this taking viewers into the various stories.

The trailer for season two of What If…? has dropped!

Here’s the synopsis: Season two of “What If…?” continues the journey as The Watcher guides viewers through the vast multiverse, introducing brand new and familiar faces throughout the MCU. The series questions, revisits and twists classic Marvel Cinematic moments.

This season will feature characters including Nebula, Hela and Happy Hogan.

Keep reading to find out more…

Variety reports that the returning voice cast includes Hayley Atwell (voicing Captain Carter), Lake Bell (voicing Black Widow), Josh Keaton (voicing Captain America) and Jeffrey Wright (voicing The Watcher).

Last season, a slew of MCU stars returned including Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, Mark Ruffalo as The Hulk, Elizabeth Olsen as the Scarlet Witch, Chris Hemsworth as Thor and Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange.

This year, Disney+ will drop an episode every day for nine days beginning on December 22.

Things have gotten a little twisted in the multiverse. The Watcher (Jeffrey Wright) returns in Marvel’s What If…? Season 2 trailer (above). And in the spirit of the holiday season, the animated series invites fans to unwrap a new episode every night for nine nights this December. What If…? Season 2 premieres on Friday, December 22, on Disney+, with one episode coming out every night for nine nights. The trailer introduces a new group of Avengers, as well as introduces Karen Gillan‘s Nebula, Cate Blanchett‘s Hela, and Jon Favreau‘s Happy Hogan into the animated series. A young and powerful Peter Quill is also seen going up against a group of heroes, and Thanos appears fighting both Captain Carter (who’s voiced by Hayley Atwell again in Season 2) and Captain America (voiced by Josh Keaton) in separate instances. The latter fight is a recreation of Captain America and Thanos’ one-on-one fight in Avengers: Infinity War.

Marvel is diving back into the multiverse with “What If…?” Season 2, which is scheduled to premiere on Disney+ on Dec. 22 with a new episode airing each day for nine days.

All new episodes of Marvel Studios’ #WhatIf are coming to @DisneyPlus on December 22.

Unwrap one episode every day for nine consecutive days as our gift to you! pic.twitter.com/Nj96IL1Ihw

— Marvel Entertainment (@Marvel) November 15, 2023

Captain Carter (voiced by Hayley Atwell), Black Widow (Lake Bell), Captain America (Josh Keaton) and The Watcher (Jeffrey Wright) are among the key cast members reprising roles in Season 2. Season 1 featured original MCU actors like Mark Ruffalo as the Hulk, Elizabeth Olsen as Scarlet Witch, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange, Chris Hemsworth as Thor and many others.

“What If…?” was the first-ever animated show from Marvel Studios, which saw its series debut in August 2021. The show dives into...

Netflix is getting into the "Pokémon" business in a pretty interesting way. The streaming service has debuted the first trailer for a brand new series entitled "Pokémon Concierge" which marks not only the first collaboration between Netflix and The Pokémon Company, but it's also the first stop-motion animated series in the history of the franchise. See what that looks like for yourself in the trailer above.

The trailer is, in a word, adorable. There is absolutely a version of the Pokémon universe that is a little gritty and horrifying. After all, many of these are very dangerous animals. This is the polar opposite of that version, with all of the many familiar creatures just trying to relax and looking rather cuddly. Surprisingly, we've never seen the series take the stop-motion approach before having now seen it, as it looks very natural. The brief logline for the series reads as follows:...

“Pokémon Concierge,” an unusual, animated miniseries, will launch on Netflix at the end of December.

The first collaboration between the global streamer and Japanese firm The Pokémon Company, the show involves hand-drawn animation with four episodes of 14-20 minutes each.

Fans can get a glimpse of the new show through a trailer that releases on Wednesday in Japan and on Tuesday in North America. The show uploads globally on Dec. 28.

“When Pokémon need a break, they head to a peaceful resort to relax, looked after by a team of Pokémon concierges,” says a logline provided by Netflix. The story follows newcomer Haru as she learns how to take care of Pokémon guests that include Pikachu, Eevee, Dragonite and Magikarp. And as Haru figures out how to make her guests happy, she ends up discovering a new side to herself.

The show is directed by Ogawa Iku from a screenplay by Doki Harumi,...

On Monday, October 23, 2023, at 5:30 Am, Disney Xd presents the next episode of “Marvel’s Spider-Man: Maximum Venom,” titled “Spider-Man Unmasked: Part Two.”

In this exciting episode, something extraordinary happens – Spidey’s friend is turned back into Rampaging Rhino. The episode continues the thrilling storyline of Spider-Man’s battle against formidable foes and the challenges he faces as he tries to save the day.

Viewers can expect action-packed scenes, epic battles, and unexpected twists as Spider-Man confronts his old friend Rhino, who has become a formidable adversary. As the story unfolds, it becomes a test of Spidey’s skills and courage.

Tune in to Disney Xd on Monday at 5:30 Am to witness the captivating events of “Spider-Man Unmasked: Part Two” in “Marvel’s Spider-Man: Maximum Venom.” Don’t miss out on the action and adventure as Spider-Man continues to fight against the forces of evil.

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On Monday, October 23, 2023, at 5:00 Am, Disney Xd will air Season 3 of “Marvel’s Spider-Man: Maximum Venom” with the episode titled “Spider-Man Unmasked: Part One.” In this episode, something unexpected happens to Spidey’s friend.

Spidey’s friend undergoes a transformation and is turned back into Rampaging Rhino. This sudden change sets the stage for an exciting and action-packed storyline.

“Marvel’s Spider-Man: Maximum Venom” is an animated series filled with superhero adventures that children can enjoy.

If you’re a fan of Spider-Man and thrilling superhero stories, this episode is a must-watch. Tune in on the specified date and time to find out how Spidey deals with the surprising transformation of his friend in “Marvel’s Spider-Man: Maximum Venom.”

Release Date & Time: 5:00 Am Monday 23 October 2023 on Disney Xd

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On Monday, October 16, 2023, at 4:00 Am, Disney Xd will premiere Season 3 of “Marvel’s Spider-Man: Maximum Venom” with the episode titled “Web of Venom: Part One.”

In this episode, a new student at school accidentally triggers a destructive force known as the Technovore. This monstrous entity has an insatiable appetite for technology, posing a significant threat to both the city and its residents.

“Marvel’s Spider-Man: Maximum Venom” is an animated series that follows the adventures of Spider-Man as he faces various challenges and adversaries. This new season promises an exciting storyline with the introduction of the formidable Technovore.

Viewers can expect action-packed sequences and Spider-Man’s heroic efforts to protect the city from this technological menace. The episode offers a compelling start to the third season, and fans of Spider-Man and superhero adventures won’t want to miss it.

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Platinum-selling artist Jason Derulo and Barbie breakout Alexandra Shipp will headline On Air LA Annex with their new romantic thriller podcast Underwater.

Derulo and Shipp will take the stage Nov. 2 at Kcrw’s Annenberg Performance Studio in Santa Monica with an exclusive visual journey into the first episode and audience Q&a, On Air Fest announced Tuesday. The stars will be joined by Allan Coye of Interval Presents, Rich Statter of Clamor and Alex Addison of Temple Hill Entertainment.

Underwater, which premieres Oct. 31 on all major platforms, hails from Warner Music Group’s in-house podcast network Interval Presents and tells the story of Nico and Ana in the form of a narrative album, which features new music from Derulo.

On Air LA Annex is the West Coast spinoff of New York’s On Air Fest and kicks of Nov. 1 with an invite-only business summit. In addition to Underwater, this year...

Nathalie Emmanuel is the latest star to join the voice cast of the immersive animated series “Ghosts of Ruin.”

The announcement that the “Game of Thrones” and “Fast and Furious” franchise costar would bring her voice talents to the new series was made during the “Ghosts of Ruin” Hall H presentation at San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday.

“Literally, I’m emailing the agents right now in this panel,” executive producer Michael Ramey quipped, underscoring just how “real time” the news had developed.

In May, Variety exclusively revealed that Rosario Dawson and Tony Revolori had joined the cast of the animated series, which follows a group of gamers as they compete in the first-ever neural reality battle royale game, named “Ruin.” However, a malicious virus appears and transforms their utopia into hell.

Emmanuel will voice Dr. Angela Tucci, who Stippec teases is “a very monumental, pivotal character in the run of the show.

This article contains Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse spoilers.

There was an audible gasp during my press screening of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. As has become common practice when watching a superhero movie, the entire audience sat glued to their seats throughout the long rolling credits for producer Phil Lord and Chris Miller’s follow-up to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018). Obviously, we were waiting for a post-credits stinger, as is the genre’s wont ever since Samuel L. Jackson first showed up rocking an eyepatch in Iron Man 15 years ago.

And yet, when the credits finished scrolling, there remained only darkness—and a promise that this story would not end until next year’s now eagerly anticipated Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse. The lack of post-credits scenes was thus further evidence that Lord and Miller, as well as directors Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson, had little interest in...

Years ago, I was sent to a screening of a film called "Your Name." I wasn't told until minutes before it started, and I had no idea what I was about to see. It was an anime film by Makoto Shinkai about two young people who switch bodies and learn about each other's lives, and it was so stunningly beautiful and touching that I had to sit in my seat for a bit before I could talk about it. Shinkai is back with another magical teen story in "Suzume," which got me in the gut yet again.

The teenage years are rough. Anyone who has lived through them will tell you that. You're trying to figure out what sort of person you'll be, find your place in the world, deal with massive changes in your body and your feelings, and navigate your love life. I don't know how Shinkai manages to take what can feel,...

Crunchyroll has revealed a new US trailer for the acclaimed anime film Suzume, the latest magical creation from beloved filmmaker Makoto Shinkai - director of Your Name and Weathering with You previously. We've featured two other Japanese trailers previously - the most recent one here during the summer and the final one here. It's an action adventure road story around Japan. 17-year-old Suzume's journey begins in a quiet town in Kyushu when she encounters a man who tells her, "I'm looking for a door." Soon, doors begin to open across Japan, bringing destruction upon any who are near them. Suzume must close these portals to prevent further disaster. This new anime adventure features character design by Masayoshi Tanaka, art direction by Takumi Tanji, animation by Kenichi Tsuchiya. The English voice cast includes Nichole Sakura as Suzume, with Josh Keaton as Souta; Jennifer Sun Bell as Tamaki; Joe Zieja as...

Exclusive: Crunchyroll has tapped Nichole Sakura (Superstore) for the title role in the English-language dub of their acclaimed animated feature Suzume, which in addition to the original subtitled version, debuts in theaters in Australia and New Zealand on April 13, coming to the U.S., Canada, the UK and Ireland the following day.

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Others cast in the pic from decorated Japanese filmmaker Makoto Shinkai (Weathering with You), which bowed in Japan in November, include Josh Keaton, Jennifer Sun Bell, Joe Zieja, Rosalie Chang, Amanda C. Miller, Mela Lee and Cam Clarke. Bill Millsap...

"Justice League: Cosmic Chaos" is the upcoming video game following 'Superman', 'Batman', 'Wonder Woman', 'The Flash', 'Aquaman', 'Green Lantern' and 'Cyborg',  as they try and stop the machinations of 'Mr. Mxyzptlk' from turning the town of 'Happy Harbor' into his own personal 'Metropolis', available March 10, 2023, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S:

Cast includes Dana Snyder, Nolan North, Diedrich Bader, Vanessa Marshall, Josh Keaton, Cooper Andrew, Delbert Hunt and Tc Carson.

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Step aside, Mayor Eric Adams. Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur are leading their own effort to protect New York City’s Lower East Side. Here’s how to stream Marvel’s newest animated series.

Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur follows 13-year-old super-genius Lunella Lafayette and her 10-ton T-Rex, Devil Dinosaur, as they work together to protect the city from danger. The first six episodes (of 16) will be available to stream Wednesday, Feb. 15 on Disney+, to be followed by two additional drops over the next few months.

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Get ready to experience Moon Girl magic because Marvel’s smartest 13-year-old is about to star in an animated series filled with villains, adventure, and a giant red dinosaur! Disney Branded Television just let loose a Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur trailer that’s colorful, playful, and true to the spirit of the whip-smart Marvel character. The first six episodes of the series will be available on February 15 on Disney+, following the February 10 premiere on the Disney Channel.

Along with the trailer, Dbt released the series hero key art and a pre-save soundtrack so fans can enjoy the show’s music from Executive Music Producer and three-time Grammy Award winner Raphael Saadiq. The soundtrack will be available on February 10.

As a major fan of Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur from the beginning, I can’t wait to meet them and the rest of the cast. Marvel’s Moon Girl and...

Netflix has set the voice cast and released a new trailer as well as some first-look images for Dragon Age: Absolution, its upcoming animated series based on the popular Bioware video game franchise.

Created in collaboration with BioWare, Dragon Age: Absolution is set in Tevinter and features an ensemble of new characters inspired by Dragon Age lore, including elves, mages, knights, Qunari, Red Templars, demons and other special surprises.

Dragon Age: Absolution, revolves around Miriam, voiced by Kimberly Brooks. A pragmatic elven mercenary who escaped enslavement in Tevinter, Miriam is closed-off to many who know her. But her heroic nature shines through when she’s forced to confront the nation that destroyed her life, and the man at the heart of her misery.

In addition to Brooks, additional voice cast includes Matthew Mercer, Ashly Burch, Sumalee Montano, Pil Lamarr, Keston John, Josh Keaton and Zehra Fazal.

Mercer is Fairbanks. A veteran freedom fighter,...