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Daredevil: Born Again is a project in the Marvel Cinematic Universe that has fans pretty excited about what the MCU has to offer. Charlie Cox has expressed his interest to be part of the Avengers rather than joining up with The Defenders like his Netflix days. While this is something that fans would enjoy, it might seem out of character for Daredevil, given that he has refused to join the team once in the comics.

Matt Murdock aka The Devil of Hell’s Kitchen || Credit: Marvel Comics

Charlie Cox and Daredevil definitely have the star power that can get people to watch the Avengers film, but Matt Murdock might have too much on his plate to be able to be a full-time Avenger. While Cox might have the right idea for Daredevil’s film debut in the MCU, it might not make much narrative sense, given how often Daredevil finds...

For “Captain America: Brave New World,” director Julius Onah wanted his entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe to be rooted in the world of a political thriller.

Films like “The Day of the Jackal,” “Le Samouraï” and even “The Killing of a Sacred Deer” were among some of his inspirations. Composer Laura Karpman, who is no stranger to the MCU, having scored “The Marvels” and “What If?,” drew from experience. “There was a cue from ‘Ms. Marvel’ which goes over the train sequence, it starts and continues, and I thought ‘I want to do that, ‘I want to write a piece of music that starts the steamrolling and keeps it going,’” she says.

Karpman called on New Orleans drummers. “I put them in a room with no music, just rhythm, and one of the rhythms wound up being the conspiracy music. That whole thing is this combination of this New...

After years of waiting, Captain America: Brave New World has finally arrived. And this film is special for more than one reason. It is the first step at rebuilding the Avengers with a whole new team, different from what fans have been used to for decades. Anthony Mackie is now taking on the mantle of Captain America and is set to lead the next few exciting chapters of the MCU.

(L-r): Prime Minister Ozaki (Takehiro Hira), Captain America/Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie), and President Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford) in Marvel Studios’ Captain America: Brave New World. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios. © 2024 Marvel.

However, the journey to the big screen was anything but smooth, with numerous production challenges along the way. Now that the film has finally hit the big screen, director Julius Onah pulls back the curtain on the challenging journey behind its creation, and the key elements that made it all possible.

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Connecticut is one of the smallest, and more anonymous, of the 50 American states. With New York to the west of us and Boston to the east, the Nutmeg State has an unavoidable vibe of being stuck between two actually interesting places. I'm a lifelong Connecticuter, but I can't say we share the same fervor of statewide pride as, say, Texas does.

If we have a statewide reputation, it's for being a (new) haven of rich, sleepy suburbs — so no surprise that many of your favorite actors have settled in Connecticut. We gave Hollywood Katharine Hepburn, Robert Mitchum, Meg Ryan, Paul Giamatti, Seth MacFarlane, and many more. Plus, the stereotypes of the state make it a favorite for dramas and/or comedies (often both in one film) tackling suburban ennui. There's no real town named Stars Hollow, but "Gilmore Girls" gets the Nutmeg mood right.

The upcoming episode of “WWE Rivals,” titled “Hulk Hogan vs. Ultimate Warrior,” promises to be an exciting look into the world of professional wrestling. Set to air on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 9:30 Pm on A&e, this episode dives deep into the legendary rivalry between two of wrestling’s biggest stars. Hulk Hogan and Ultimate Warrior are not just names; they are icons who captured the hearts of fans during the golden age of wrestling.

In this episode, viewers will get a glimpse of how these two larger-than-life figures became the face of good in the wrestling world. Their matches were filled with drama, athleticism, and a sense of spectacle that drew audiences in. However, the episode also reveals the darker side of their relationship. Behind the scenes, jealousy and competition created tension that would ultimately affect their partnership in the ring.

The storytelling in this episode is expected to...

Before making his debut in the MCU, Silver Surfer will face an untimely death in the comics. In a new five-issue limited series titled Death of the Silver Surfer, Norrin Radd will return to a war-torn Earth with a target on his back. The series, written by Greg Pak and illustrated by Sumit Kumar, promises to be an emotional ride, introducing new characters and bringing back familiar faces, including the Fantastic Four and Galactus.

Pak, who has long admired Silver Surfer, described the character’s depth and relevance: “Norrin Radd is an alien who’s attacked wherever he goes, and yet always chooses to help; a harbinger of doom who serves an abomination, but who always fights for life.” He went on to say that Silver Surfer’s stories have always been about the complexities of real life, showing how the character’s selflessness stands out in a world full of gray areas.

Liv Tyler returned as Betty Ross for Captain America: Brave New World, but it sounds like her involvement with the project was far from guaranteed.

Tyler only made a single appearance as the daughter of General "Thunderbolt" Ross in The Incredible Hulk, as most of the 2008 film's supporting characters fell by the wayside after Mark Ruffalo took over from Edward Norton as Bruce Banner.

However, after the late William Hurt's return as the general in Civil War was followed by Tim Roth (She-Hulk: Attorney at Law) and Tim Blake Nelson (who also features in Brave New Word), speculation started to mount that it may only be a matter of time before Tyler followed suit.

Spoilers follow.

Previous rumors claimed that Betty would only show up for the movie's mid-credits scene, but she actually appeared right at the end of the film as she pays a visit to her estranged...

Captain America: Brave New World has officially crossed $200 million at the worldwide box office with a $204.6 million global haul. That's made up of $106.34 million (Friday - Tuesday) from North America and $98.27 million (Wednesday to Monday) from overseas.

We should have updated numbers by the weekend as there's been a slight delay in reporting caused by the long Presidents' Day weekend. International numbers also aren't shared quite as regularly as those in the U.S.

At this rate, Captain America: Brave New World should reach $300 million within the next week or so. There's relatively little in the way of competition as we head into March, so Marvel Studios may have at least a moderate hit on its hands here.

"It's funny because you don't mention Indiana Jones and you don't mention Star Wars just because of Harrison," Captain America: Brave New World director Julius Onah recently told People when they asked...

‘Ne Zha 2’ has taken the world by storm, becoming the highest-grossing animated film of all time. The Chinese movie, which follows the journey of a mythical boy fighting demons, has earned an astonishing 12.3 billion yuan ($1.7 billion). Its success has sparked widespread national pride across China.

As excitement over the film grows, so does a wave of criticism aimed at those who don’t support it. Some online users have accused critics of being attention-seekers or even being paid to undermine the film.

This heated discussion has also dragged in ‘Captain America: Brave New World,’ the fourth installment in the superhero franchise, which many now see as Ne Zha 2’s competitor.

One phrase that has gained traction on Chinese social media sums up this rivalry: “I don’t care if Ne Zha 2 can survive overseas, but Captain America 4 must die in China.” Many online discussions have focused...

Ah, Daredevil. The man, the myth, the blind lawyer who can hear your heartbeat from across the street. He’s flipping back onto our screens with Daredevil: Born Again, and Marvel is making it clear they’re going for a more classic approach this time around.

Charlie Cox is returning as Matt Murdock, Vincent D’Onofrio’s Kingpin is back to terrifying New York, and, hold onto your red-tinted glasses, Deborah Ann Woll’s Karen Page is reportedly returning as well.

Charlie Cox and Tatiana Maslany in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law | Credits: Marvel Studios

Now, this is where things get a little confusing. Last we saw Matt and Karen in Netflix’s Daredevil, their relationship was, well, complicated. She loved him, he loved her, but also Catholic guilt, ninja battles, and a lot of brooding got in the way. Then, the Netflix Marvel universe faded into the background, and Matt disappeared for a bit.

So far, Marvel Rivals has proven to be a smash hit with fans of multiplayer hero shooters such as Overwatch. Developer NetEase Games has been constantly updating the game with tons of new playable characters, maps, features, and whatnot to keep the massive player base hooked.

Marvel Rivals is one of the hottest games in the industry right now. (Image via NetEase Games)

As many might expect, Marvel Rivals has tons of Easter eggs and references from the big Marvel universe, as it brings us to many new versions of iconic characters and famous places in the comics. However, one gamer has come across a brand-new hidden reference after zooming in on Bruce Banner’s gun.

Marvel Rival player finds a strange detail with Hulk’s Bruce Banner

On Marvel Rivals‘ official subreddit, a Redditor recently shared a zoomed-in picture of Bruce Banner’s gun. He uses a Gamma Ray...

New York, New York – May 10: Eric Bana attends a conversation for “Force Of Nature” at SAG-AFTRA Foundation Robin Williams Center on May 10, 2024, in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)

Untamed, Netflix’s new crime drama will star Eric Bana as a special agent for the National Parks Services. Filming is to get underway this Summer, and we’ll be following everything you need to know about Untamed on Netflix.

Untamed is an upcoming Netflix Original crime drama series created and produced by Elle Smith and Mark L. Smith.

The series’ executive producers are Eric Bana, Todd Black, Tony Shaw, Steve Lee Jones for Bee Holder Productions, and John Wells for John Wells Productions.

What is the plot of Untamed?

We have the following synopsis for Untamed:

“The mystery thriller follows Eric Inman, a special agent for the National Parks Service who works to enforce human...

She-Hulk: Attorney at Law drew a mixed, albeit mostly positive, response from fans in 2022. However, by attempting to subvert expectations, the series disappointed many; a fresh spin on the Intelligencia was welcomed, but for it to not lead to, well, The Leader, was a baffling decision. 

The finale's unique approach to storytelling - including a visit to Marvel Studios HQ - divided opinions but it would be wrong to say there wasn't plenty to love (even if there are those who still complain about She-Hulk twerking alongside Megan Thee Stallion).

Among the show's highlights was Daredevil's memorable cameo. Charlie Cox suited up in the Man Without Fear's original comic book costume for a clash and team-up with She-Hulk that also saw Leap-Frog enter the fray. 

Matt spent the night with Jennifer Walters and randomly showed up in the finale as part of several peculiar fourth wall breaks...

“Captain America: Brave New World” proves that Marvel hasn’t lost its mojo. The fourth “Captain America” installment, and first in which Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson takes up the star-spangled shield, delivered a mighty $100 million in its domestic debut over the extended Presidents Day weekend. The film added another $92.4 million overseas for a $192.4 million global tally, easily the best start of the (nascent) year.

Yet opening weekends are rarely a problem for Disney’s Marvel Cinematic Universe. To wit: All 35 films in the sprawling comic book franchise have launched to No. 1, even the ones described by critics as a “pile of dirt.” So in the case of “Captain America: Brave New World,” all eyes will be on the staying power — industry parlance for how a movie’s ticket sales hold (or don’t) in the subsequent weekends on the big screen. That’s of paramount concern because the all-powerful...

Mark Ruffalo took over from Edward Norton in the MCU. The Avengers featured Mark Ruffalo in the role of Bruce Banner/ The Hulk, a role that he did not essay in The Incredible Hulk. Joe Rogan believes that Ruffalo’s predecessor, Edward Norton, was the best Hulk that there was, putting him even above Eric Bana’s version of the character.

Edward Norton as the Hulk and Tim Roth as Emil Blonsky in The Incredible Hulk | Credits: Marvel Studios

Edward Norton’s version of the character was widely well-received for the emotional complexity that he brought to the table with The Hulk. However, Mark Ruffalo’s version of the character, especially with Smart Hulk (who debuted in Avengers: Endgame), has not struck a chord with Joe Rogan, who loved how terrifying Edward Norton’s Hulk was.

Mark Ruffalo’s Smart Hulk just does not vibe with Joe Rogan Mark Ruffalo...

When Amadeus Cho burst onto the scene in 2005's Amazing Fantasy #15, no one could've predicted the epic journey he'd take across the Marvel Universe, rising through the ranks of Marvel superheroes as a Champion, an Agent of Atlas, and even a Hulk.

However, despite his many achievements on the page, Amadeus - who can currently be seen in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man - was recently cut from Captain America: Brave New World. 

Despite that, this May will celebrate this one-of-a-kind breakout superstar in Amadeus Cho 20th Anniversary Special, a special one-shot packed with thrilling, moving, and revelatory stories set during the different stages of Amadeus' wild history. The comic will reunite the character's acclaimed co-creators, writer Greg Pak and artist Takeshi Miyazawa, and also feature art by rising stars Creees Lee and Jethro Morales.

In addition to exploring key moments of his past, the one-shot will also set the stage for Amadeus' exciting next chapter.

This post contains major spoilers for "Captain America: Brave New World."

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been going strong for nearly 17 years now, dating back to 2008's "Iron Man." With the release of "Captain America: Brave New World" in theaters, we're coming up on 40 movies released in that span, not to mention all of the TV shows on Disney+. While Kevin Feige and co. at Marvel Studios have done an impressive job weaving an interconnected narrative through all of that media over the years, some threads have been left dangling. "Brave New World" attempts to reckon with some pretty big ones.

2021's "Eternals" was a big swing for Marvel, one that ultimately didn't connect with audiences in the way the studio had hoped. Be that as it may, "Eternals" ended with a giant alien Celestial named Tiamut half-emerged in the ocean. That has needed addressing for some time. Though an...

The next installment of the MCU is finally upon us, which has garnered much anticipation over the last few months. Fans are not only excited to see Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) lead his first new movie as Captain America after Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) passed the mantle, but to finally receive a follow-up to some interesting threads introduced way back in 2008 within The Incredible Hulk. Boasting a great cast with characters old and new, and the trailer hinting at offering something a little more akin to fan-favourite The Winter Soldier, Brave New World is still managing to entice cinema-goers despite the mixed reviews. After meeting with the newly elected U.S President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red. With a strong storyline that takes things back to basics,...

Captain America: Brave New World is light on cameos but there is a deep-cut nod to the comic books that brings one of the lamest, weirdest Avengers into the MCU.

In the movie, Sam Wilson turns to Commander Dennis Dunphy, an old friend and member of the United States Armed Forces, for help figuring out what's in the pills Samuel Sterns has been giving President Ross.

It's widely believed that Amadeus Cho was once going to provide those answers, but Dunphy turns to an unnamed associate for the answers Sam needs. However, before he can warn Cap, The Leader murders him.

Does that name, Dennis Dunphy, ring any bells? It should! In the comics, Dunphy is better known as Demolition Man or D-Man, a character who first suited up in 1987's Captain America #328 after being created by Mike Carlin and Ron Wilson a couple of years earlier.

On the page,...

Captain America: Brave New World has struggled to continue the McU's upward trajectory after a successful 2024 for Marvel Studios (courtesy of Deadpool & Wolverine and Agatha All Along).

Thunderbolts* and The Fantastic Four: First Steps should help the studio bounce back - Daredevil: Born Again is right around the corner too - and most fans seem eager to see more of Anthony Mackie's Captain America. What of Harrison Ford's Red Hulk, though?

The movie leaves the door open to the rageful United States President making his return and we now have an update from scooper @MyTimeToShineH.

According to the insider, Ford has already signed up to reprise his role as Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross/Red Hulk in an upcoming MCU project. There's no word on which one, though we have to believe Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars are surely the most likely next destinations for the character.

After all,...

The previous Captain America feature, Civil War, released about 9 years ago. That was the last narrative where Thunderbolt Ross had a substantial role in a Marvel Cinematic Universe plot, and his Sokovia Accords are mentioned in Brave New World’s dialogue. Ross locking up Sam, Ant-Man, and Hawkeye is also discussed in the film, as well as the politician designating Captain America, Falcon, and Black Widow as fugitives – we see they are Secret Avengers in Avengers: Infinity War.

The place that superbeings are imprisoned in is called The Raft, sitting in the middle of the ocean. By the end of Brave New World, the tables turn and Ross/Red Hulk is now a prisoner at the Raft, along with the true agitator in the storyline, Samuel Sterns, a.k.a. The Leader.

Sterns hasn’t been seen since the 2008 solo Incredible Hulk movie, where Banner’s blood accidentally oozed into...

The review embargo for Captain America: Brave New World lifted earlier this week and, as of now, the latest Marvel Studios movie sits at 50% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 234 reviews.

It's only the McU's third "Rotten" movie and, if it's any consolation to the team who worked on it, still a few percentage points ahead of Eternals (47%) and Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania (46%).

Moviegoers and fans have started chiming in and Captain America: Brave New World's CinemaScore has been revealed. Remember, CinemaScore is a market research firm that surveys audience reactions to newly released movies.

After attending opening night screenings, moviegoers rate films on an A+ to F scale, providing insights into audience satisfaction. Widely used in the film industry, CinemaScore helps gauge the initial reception of movies and influences box office predictions based on audience feedback.

Captain America: Brave New World has been awarded a B-, the lowest-ever score for an MCU title.

Captain America: Brave New World is not only the fourth installment in Cap's big screen saga, but it also has the peculiar task of following up on a few loose ends from the wider Marvel Cinematic Universe.

As a result, Sam's first stand-alone adventure acts as a bit of an indirect sequel to The Incredible Hulk while simultaneously following up on the story set up in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. With multiple connections to other projects, the movie has a few interesting easter eggs, references, and cameos for audiences to enjoy. So don't worry if you missed any, because we're about to break them all down!

**Warning: there will be mild spoilers for Captain America: Brave New World ahead**

Red Hulk/President Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford) in Marvel Studios' Captain America: Brave New World. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios. © 2024 Marvel. Captain America: Brave New World easter eggs...

Anthony Mackie once had a very different career in mind before stepping into the Marvel spotlight. Long before Captain America 4 positioned him as one of the smartest Avengers alive, he had his sights set on something completely unrelated to superhero stardom.

Danny Ramirez and Anthony Mackie in Captain America: Brave New World | Credits: Marvel Studios

Mackie wasn’t dreaming of vibranium shields or high-flying action; he had a more down-to-earth plan in mind. But Hollywood had other ideas.

From equations to Avengers: Anthony Mackie’s hidden genius before Hollywood Anthony Mackie in Captain America: Brave New World | Credits: Marvel Studios

Anthony Mackie had a backup plan before Hollywood came calling. “I wanted to be a mechanical engineer,” he once revealed, dropping a fact that surprised even his longtime The Falcon and the Winter Soldier co-star Sebastian Stan.

Yeah, the man behind the MCU’s new Captain America...

Captain America: Brave New World revisits the events of The Incredible Hulk and, over a decade and a half after that movie was released, we finally catch up with Tim Blake Nelson's Samuel Sterns, a.k.a. The Leader.

Last month, promo art for the movie revealed a full look at his costume and character design. Wearing a trenchcoat and rocking a massive comic-accurate head - with hair and a goatee - the villain looks like the evil mastermind most fans expected and hoped to see.

However, if you've watched Captain America: Brave New World, then you'll know that the artwork is nothing like what ended up in the final cut.

In that, The Leader is horribly deformed after years of Gamma exposure; his head has taken on a brain-like shape and he looks almost zombified. Honestly, it's hard to describe but a closer look has leaked online which you can see here.

Captain America: Brave New World is now playing in theaters and one of the most interesting things about the movie is that it serves as a follow-up to both Eternals and The Incredible Hulk.

We'll start with the latter; during the movie's opening, it's revealed that President Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross used Samuel Sterns as a scapegoat for Abomination's attack on Harlem. He's spent the past 17 years behind bars, being used by Ross to create both the pills that have saved the General's life and to create various weapons for the military.

Sterns' heightened intelligence - which has been increased with continued Gamma exposure - also plays a significant role in Ross getting into the White House, though he goes back on his deal to free the scientist when he's made Commander in Chief.

It's later revealed that Betty Ross has never forgiven her father for sending the military after Bruce Banner,...

Hulk smash ... spoilers, that is. Be warned: this article discusses major plot details from "Captain America: Brave New World."

The first movie starring a Black Captain America has finally released in theaters and all I got was this lousy "The Incredible Hulk" sequel? There's much to be said for how director Julius Onah's star-spangled blockbuster might have been doomed long before ever hitting the big screen, from interruptions related to the dual writer and actor strikes to unpredictable current events casting certain plot points in an unsettling light. My own review of "Captain America: Brave New World" for /Film mostly wrestled with the messy aftermath of it all, but it's finally time to dive deep into one specific creative decision. Between the reliance on Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford) as the main antagonist, the secret identity of the mysterious "buyer" responsible for the chaos in the shadows, and predicating the...

Captain America: Brave New World not only serves as a follow-up to Avengers: Endgame and The Falcon and The Winter Soldier but also addresses unresolved plot beats from Eternals and The Incredible Hulk.

It's a unique use of the movie that, for the most part, serves it well. However, this is Marvel Studios and the MCU is a franchise that always has one eye on the future.

With that in mind, you're probably wondering whether Captain America: Brave New World does anything specifically to set the stage for Avengers: Doomsday and the long-rumoured World War Hulk movie.

The answer is yes and no.

A falling out with President Ross puts a swift end to the Commander in Chief's hope Sam Wilson will assemble a team who will report to him. However, Cap later realises that the world does need The Avengers and his first recruit is Joaquin Torres, a.k.

One might not be surprised to hear that the end of the latest Captain America movie is steeped in emotional resolution. That has been a trademark of the franchise within the MCU, and helped Captain America rise to new heights as a symbol. Let’s do a quick rundown of what exactly happens in the Brave New World ending. While Captain America: Brave New World is getting savaged by critics, it still holds an important space for the future of the MCU. Plus, it allows another old MCU performer to return to the fold.

What happens in the Captain America: Brave New World ending? Harrison Ford in Captain America: Brave New World. ‘Brave New World Ending Explained’

With Sam (Anthony Mackie) starring down the Red Hulk (Harrison Ford), the Washington D.C. city streets are in shambles. Red Hulk charges at Sam to deliver a final blow, but Sam uses...

Spoilers for "Captain America: Brave New World" follow.

I'm not the first critic to say "Captain America: Brave New World" feels more like a Hulk-less Hulk movie. Well, actually, not quite Hulk-less because this picture has got a Red Hulk. That's right, thanks to the diabolical Leader (Tim Blake Nelson in a too-overdue reprisal from "The Incredible Hulk"), President Thaddeus Ross becomes the Red Hulk. Formerly played by the late William Hurt, Ross now wears the face of Harrison Ford, joining the Marvel universe to ride the superhero movie wave.

Indeed, the marketing for "Brave New World" has progressively leaned less on the draw of Ford himself and more on the sight of his Hulked-out self fighting Captain America (Anthony Mackie).

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But should Marvel fans be geeking out about this? More power to you if you are, but I've been dreading this film in part because of the Red Hulk.

“Captain America: Brave New World” should be an exciting film in the MCU canon for a lot of reasons but one of the biggest is that it serves as a spiritual sequel to one of the first films in the series.

The latest entry ties many threads back to 2008’s “The Incredible Hulk” – the second entry in the entire MCU and one of its biggest black sheep. The only standalone canon Hulk film has been largely maligned for years with it’s lead actor recast from Edward Norton to Mark Ruffalo in later appearances. “Captain America: Brave New World” looks to remedy that and bring a number of benched characters from the 2008 flick back into the limelight.

With such a disconnected feeling, it’s likely many fans skipped over “The Incredible Hulk” on rewatches so if that’s the case here is what you should remember before tuning into the latest Captain America movie.

And what’s a wonderful movie vacation spot for this big four-day weekend? Well, if you and the little tykes aren’t “heading South” to join that lil’ bear and the Browns in Peru, then you may want to book a return trip to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) at the multiplex. It has been a while, more than six months since that monumental match-up of Deadpool & Wolverine, which was the only MCU flick of 2024 (we don’t count the Sony Spidey spin-offs). Being a longtime “Marvel buff” (still wear my M.M.M.S. button to the new flicks), folks ask me about my favorite of the “franchises”. Not counting the big “team’ series, the Avengers, I’d say it’s been the exploits of the “star-spangled man with a plan”, and not because he’s my favorite comics hero. The trio of Steve Rogers epics maintains a high level of quality,...

“Sometimes, a change is as good as a rest”, they say. And in the world of superheroes, sometimes, the right kind of change is exactly what fans didn’t know they were missing. For example, we have Captain America: Brave New World—the movie that brings a little justice to Edward Norton’s portrayal of the Hulk, who’s been unjustly sidelined in the MCU for years.

While Mark Ruffalo has been the face of Bruce Banner in the Avengers flicks, there’s always been a lingering sense that the raw, chaotic, furious Hulk of The Incredible Hulk (2008) never quite got his due.

Edward Norton as Bruce Banner in The Incredible Hulk | image credit: Marvel

But now, thanks to Harrison Ford’s iconic entry into the MCU as Thaddeus ‘Thunderbolt’ Ross—who, spoiler alert, transforms into the Red Hulk—the Hulk legacy is back in a major way. Nostalgia meets...

Following the events of the six-episode mini-series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021), the character of Captain America – once a stalwart of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) – has been largely absent from the canon as the MCU attempts to ramp up its next phase. Now, with Captain America: Brave New World, the titular hero returns, ostensibly to infuse the MCU with some much needed gravitas. Unfortunately, while the film offers some moments that harken back to the best moments of the MCU, there remains an undercurrent that suggests the current course of the property is largely directionless and meandering at best.

In this installment, Anthony Mackie reprises his role as Sam Wilson, the former Falcon who has now officially assume the mantle of Captain America from Steve Rogers. Following a meeting with the new President of the United States Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford – who takes over the role following the...

After fully taking on the mantle of Captain America, Sam Wilson continues to develop his skills with the iconic shield and a suit with some fancy new features. But he still second-guesses himself and his ability to face any threats the universe throws at the Earth.

Sam must set those doubts and fears aside when President Thaddeus Ross, the infamous Hulk-hunter and newly elected President of the United States, asks him to retrieve some stolen materials taken from “Celestial Island” (as seen in The Eternals).

The mercenary group “The Serpent Society” has stolen a mysterious metal from a Japanese research team on the island and the theft threatens to end an international treaty being brokered by President Ross.

Captain America and his new sidekick Joaquin Torres, aka The Falcon, are successful in recovering the stolen alien material, but it pulls them into a battle being fought behind the scenes.

Captain America: Brave New World's reshoots resulted in sweeping changes to the Marvel Studios movie, including a new opening which swapped the Serpent Society for Giancarlo Esposito's Sidewinder.

We've known for a while that additional photography meant Seth Rollins' Serpent Society member, for example, would no longer receive any screentime. However, it was widely reported that Rosa Salazar was still set to make an appearance as Rachel Leighton/Diamondback.

According to multiple sources, Salazar no longer appears in Captain America: Brave New World. The actor is best known for her role in Alita: Battle Angel and the Maze Runner movies. It seems, like Rollins, her MCU debut will have to wait.

You may also recall reports that The Walking Dead: Dead City and Ghostbusters: Afterlife star Logan Kim had been tapped to play the McU's Amadeus Cho. That was confirmed by reliable insiders and spoiled by test screenings; however,...

Filmmaker Osgood Perkins burst into the mainstream with last year’s critical and audience favorite Longlegs, and fans didn’t have to wait long to see what the filmmaker had up his sleeve next. Pairing Perkins with producer James Wan (The Conjuring) and a story by iconic horror author Stephen King, The Monkey is likely not what audiences are expecting from the Longlegs director, but it’s all the better for it.

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Adapted from a short story in King’s Skeleton Crew collection, The Monkey is set in a small town shaken by a string of gruesome accidental deaths after the discovery of a toy monkey that is suspected of being cursed. As is often the case with King adaptations, The Monkey uses the short story’s concept while altering its events quite significantly. The result here is a not particularly groundbreaking but very satisfying genre picture.

The first trailer for Daredevil: Born Again was released on January 15, and with three weeks to go until the series premiere, that's pretty much it.

There was some disappointment among fans that Marvel Studios didn't bring the Man Without Fear to the Super Bowl. It was a missed trick to put the hero back on everyone's radar given how popular Netflix's Daredevil was, but it seems the marketing campaign is slowly ramping up.

Two new posters for Daredevil: Born Again have been spotted on the streets of New York City showcasing Charlie Cox's Man Without Fear and Vincent D'Onofrio's Kingpin of Crime. Neither is overly revealing, though they boast the tagline "The Devil's Work Is Never Done" and appear to have been inspired by Muse's street art.

With any luck, we'll have some officially released versions of these eye-catching posters to share with you soon.

"Marvel has a master plan,...

Last week, we learned that production has wrapped on a psychological thriller called Sleepwalker, starring Hayden Panettiere of Scream VI. Now, Deadline has revealed that the cast of the film also includes Justin Chatwin (Shameless), Beverly D’Angelo (Violent Night), Mischa Barton (The Oc), Lori Tan Chinn (Orange Is the New Black), Kea Ho (Sin City: A Dame to Kill For), Eric Lutes (Caroline in the City), Tom DeNucci (Junction), Rob Goon (The Roaring Game), and newcomers Laird Lacoste and Corinne Sweeney.

Written and directed by Brandon Auman, Sleepwalker follows a grieving mother who is haunted by the tragic loss of her daughter in a car accident that left her abusive husband in a coma. As she battles a surreal descent into darkness, her sleepwalking episodes intensify. Plagued by haunting visions of her husband inside their home, she grapples with the blurred lines between reality and nightmare. This is Auman’s feature directorial debut.

"Captain America: Brave New World" arrives in theaters this week, and Anthony Mackie's titular hero will sport a different look than the one he debuted in "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier." Marvel has been trying since 2024 to fix the MCU before it's too late, and their latest effort tries to solve the problem by asking the question: What if there was a Red Hulk? That is to say, it serves up Harrison Ford as the grotesque carmine creature in an attempt to lure fans to the multiplex. But it's also about Captain America, except it's a different Cap than the one we're used to ... I'm starting to think this might be the point of no return for the MCU. Anyway, I digress.

After starring in the Disney+ series "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier," Mackie's Sam Wilson will now front "Brave New World," which, following as it does...

Eric Bana loves a good Steve McQueen movie. During his visit to the Criterion Closet, the Australian actor — known for his performances in Steven Spielberg’s “Munich” and Ang Lee’s “Hulk” — started his selections by praising the work of Anthony Hopkins in Jonathan Demme’s “The Silence of the Lambs,” but quickly shifted gears toward one of McQueen’s first films, the 1958 version of “The Blob.”

“I grew up in a time where these movies weren’t readily accessible, so you’d have to wait for them to come on television,” said Bana. “And if it was a Saturday and ‘The Blob’ came on, it was like, ‘Game on, we are sitting through ‘The Blob.” I’ve probably seen this film 10 times over the course of my life.”

He added, “This is one of Steve McQueen’s early films, but…one of the most ridiculous films of all time.

Captain America: Brave New World will partly take us back to when the Marvel Cinematic Universe was still at its growing stages. More precisely, to The Incredible Hulk days. Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross at least got some screen time in four more movies, including cameos in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame but then the passing away of William Hurt put Harrison Ford into the character’s shoes, but handling Tim Blake’s Samuel Sterns is what will make a significant difference to the film.

The buildup is missing and all we know is that his brain mutated with Banner’s blood on his open wound the last time we saw him. And he gave that evil smile, so that’s all we have got for now. But know this: Sterns didn’t have grudges against Banner but Ross and Emil Blonsky. So the Leader might be up to something against...

There are certain Marvel comic book crossovers that fans would love to see take place in live-action in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Among them is the hard-hitting and destructive World War Hulk. It's a series where the Hulk has never been more powerful. Or, as it’s said in the comic, “He’s never been angrier, so he’s never been stronger.”

World War Hulk comes after Planet Hulk where some of the Illuminati send the Hulk into space. After another rampage destroys some of Las Vegas (Fantastic Four Nos. 533-534), the self-proclaimed protectors of Earth decided to send Bruce Banner away (Incredible Hulk No. 91). The plan was for him to land on a peaceful planet. Instead, he ends up on a planet plagued with war called Sakaar. While there, he saves Sakaar and falls in love. For the first time in years, Hulk was happy. Unfortunately, that was short-lived.

The team behind “Captain America: Brave New World” recently opened up to The National about introducing Ruth Bat-Seraph (aka Sabra) into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a decision that sparked controversy when news broke in September 2022 that “Unorthodox” Emmy nominee Shira Haas was cast in the role. Sabra is an Israeli superhero and a Mossad agent in the comics. The character’s inclusion in the MCU raised concerns among Palestinians, although Marvel assured fans worldwide that Sabra would be “reworked” for the big screen.

Just how Sarba has been reworked for her MCU debut is now being revealed. After months of speculation and rumors that Marvel had dropped the character’s Israeli ties (which then sparked backlash in Israel), “Captain America: Brave New World” producer Nate Moore now confirms Sabra is an Israeli in the final movie.

“She’s Israeli, but she’s not Mossad. Now she works in the U.S. government,...

In an exciting turn of events for Marvel fans, Liv Tyler is set to reprise her role as Betty Ross in the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World, marking her surprising return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The upcoming movie is bringing back key elements from the 2008 movie, The Incredible Hulk, including Harrison Ford’s debut as the new Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross.

Liv Tyler as Betty Ross in The Incredible Hulk | Credit: Marvel Studios

But the biggest surprise remains Tyler’s return as Betty Ross, the long-lost love interest of Bruce Banner, stepping back into the MCU and igniting the Hulk legacy like never before. With the introduction of Mark Ruffalo as Hulk, her character has largely been absent from the MCU in the years since, with the movie being largely overlooked in favor of newer installments.

However, fans of the MCU are in for a treat with Brave New World.

Met Gala 2025 Highlights ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The first Monday of May isn’t just the first day of that month but a special day for fashion enthusiasts worldwide. It’s the day when the Met Gala happens every year and celebrities show up in the most glamorous looks that match the theme of the ball held at the Metropolitan Museum.

Celebrities like Zendaya, Priyanka Chopra, Blake Lively, Taylor Swift, and more have attended it over the years. With less than three months left until the most awaited fashion event of the year, here’s what we know about this year’s edition, including the date, theme, dress code, hosts, and more.

Met Gala 2025: Date & Hosts

The 2025 edition of Met Gala will be held on May 5, 2025, which is the first Monday of the month of May this year. The charity event fundraiser which is seen as the biggest night of...

We've already brought you some pretty exciting rumours today (including major new details on The Fantastic Four: First Steps) and, in this roundup, you'll find lots of noteworthy MCU updates.

These come our way from The Cosmic Circus' Alex Perez, and we'll start with news on the Young Avengers/Champions. As suspected, Marvel Studios is going with the latter name because these heroes, well, aren't that young. It's said that Kate Bishop will lead the team, with S.A.B.E.R. and Nick Fury possibly involved in assembling the next generation of Avengers.

Fury supposedly has tabs on many young heroes, including Ms. Marvel, Hawkeye, Ironheart, Cassie Lang, America Chavez, Wiccan, Speed, Skarr, and Amadeus Cho.

There's no mention of Hulkling, though the site explains he's likely to be a big part of the "Annihilation" arc and, down the road, a storyline involving Wiccan. Marvel Studios also has no immediate plans to introduce...

Marvel won't be feeding a heart-shaped herb to a new T'Challa soon. According to a new interview on ComicBook, outgoing Marvel exec Nate Moore, who is staying aboard Black Panther 3 as a producer, claims there is "no truth to the rumors" that the studio is hunting for a new T'Challa...

It was a big enough surprise when Harrison Ford agreed to return to the Star Wars franchise as Han Solo, so the fact he's joined the MCU - as a Red Hulk, no less - is still pretty mind-blowing.

Making his debut in Captain America: Brave New World next month, the actor appears excited to board a franchise he's watched many of his contemporaries have fun in. Beyond that, only time will tell whether Red Hulk is a one-and-done villain or a key part of future stories.

Ford isn't the first actor to play Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross as the late William Hurt was originally cast as the antagonist in 2008's The Incredible Hulk. He took an extended break from the MCU before returning in Captain America: Civil War, Avengers: Infinity War, Avengers: Endgame, and Black Widow.

Talking more about following in Hurt's footsteps, the iconic actor said, "It...becomes...

What If...?'s third and final season received a mixed response from fans and didn't exactly conclude the animated series in a way that left people wanting more.

Interestingly, we did get a last-minute sequence showcasing all manner of Variants that failed to make the cut. Among them were a Maestro-like Hulk, Thanos-erine (the Mad Titan x Wolverine), an Ironheart Punisher, a samurai Ghost Rider, and six-armed Spider-Man.

The latter two are highlighted in newly released concept art shared by Joey Vazquez on X.

Spider-Man is complicated given the character's ties to Sony Pictures (it still feels like a miracle that we even got to see Peter Parker in What If...? season 1's "Marvel Zombies" episode). Why didn't this badass Ghost Rider make the cut? After all, we know the rights to the anti-hero returned to Marvel Studios several years ago.

It's probably because Marvel Studios wants to put its...