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RDJ’s ‘Mad’ Moment With Pratt Was a Compliment
Robert Downey Jr. says his moment of being mad at Chris Pratt during Avengers: Infinity War was not a rivalry but a compliment to Pratt’s talent and energy. He and directors Joe Russo describe the Titan scene with the Guardians, highlighting Pratt’s improv and the benefit of strong co-stars in elevating Tony Stark. Pratt’s Parks and Rec background helped his delivery, turning initial tension into on-screen chemistry as Stark and Star-Lord work together against Thanos.
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Nolan's The Odyssey Rewrites R-rated Box Office Record at $1.34B
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has surpassed Deadpool & Wolverine to become the highest-grossing R-rated film ever, with $1.34 billion worldwide, boosted by international demand and a record IMAX haul, underscoring a trend toward auteur-driven epics and hinting at shifts in studio greenlight decisions away from franchises.
Sebastian Stan’s Batman Role Rumor Doused by Correction
Reports that Sebastian Stan confirmed he would play Harvey Dent in The Batman Part II were greatly exaggerated; a Le Journal du Dimanche quote was later corrected to drop the Dent claim, leaving Stan’s involvement unconfirmed and the sequel’s cast details still under wraps.
Vin Diesel Eyes December Start for Fast Forever, Final Fast Saga on Track for 2028
Vin Diesel said a December start for Fast Forever could move the long-delayed finale forward after four writers and four years of development. Directed by Louis Leterrier, the film is now targeted for a March 17, 2028 release, with Diesel noting he cried after reading the new script and the studio’s push to deliver a worthy ending.
Dune Part Three Bets Big on IMAX, Previews Ahead of December 18
Ticket sales for Dune: Part Three in 70mm IMAX and other premium formats kicked off with new footage released, but websites crashed and queues formed as fans rushed to buy seats. Insiders get early screenings on Dec 14–17 before the Dec 18 general opening, as the strategy aims to topple Avengers: Doomsday at the box office. The film was shot with IMAX cameras, offering up to 71 minutes of IMAX-exclusive 1.90:1 imagery (with some locations showing 1.43:1), enhancing the IMAX experience.
Marvel Adds Ghost Rider to 2028 slate alongside X‑Men and Black Panther III
Marvel Studios slots Ghost Rider, starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Shawn Levy, into its 2028 release calendar for July 28, 2028, joining the previously announced X‑Men (May 5, 2028) and Black Panther III (December 15, 2028), continuing Marvel’s plan to release three films in 2028.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Surpasses $2B in Record Box Office Run
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Johnny Depp Poised for Jack Sparrow Return in Pirates of the Caribbean 6
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Doctor Doom Debuts Sleeker Second Suit at D23 for Avengers: Doomsday
Disney's D23 reveal shows Doctor Doom wearing a second, sleeker costume in Avengers: Doomsday: a streamlined chest piece with no heavy armor, a cape draped over the shoulders with a single broach, and leather gloves and boots, plus a smoother mask with larger eye holes, fueling speculation that this Doom may flash back to a former hero before his heel turn; the film opens December 18, 2026.
Doomsday and Spider-Verse Trailers Leak Ahead of Official Debuts
Leaked footage for Avengers: Doomsday and Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse has surfaced online ahead of their official debuts, including a Doctor Doom–focused trailer and a tense Miles Morales sequence; the clips first surfaced at events like CinemaCon and Hall H, appear unfinished, and come as the films eye 2027 release dates.