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Express Tribune
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Robert Downey Jr may return as Doctor Doom after Avengers Secret Wars
Marvel Studios may not be finished with Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom after the upcoming Avengers films, according to a new report. According to scooper DanielRPK, Marvel is considering extending Downey Jr.'s involvement as Doom beyond Avengers: Doomsday (2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027). Marvel's decision to cast Downey Jr.—famously known for his portrayal of Iron Man—as Doctor Doom marks a bold creative shift as the studio repositions itself following the Infinity Saga. While Thanos was teased over several years and gradually built into a franchise-defining villain, Doctor Doom will have a much shorter runway, having only recently been teased in newer films. Originally, Kang the Conqueror was expected to serve as the next central antagonist. However, behind-the-scenes challenges and lukewarm audience reception reportedly led to Marvel rethinking its long-term narrative plans. Now, with Doctor Doom set to debut in Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel is already weighing the potential of keeping Downey Jr. in the role for future projects beyond Secret Wars. If true, this could suggest the character survives those events or returns through a multiverse scenario—a tactic common in comic adaptations but sometimes criticized for reducing narrative stakes. If Doctor Doom remains central to the MCU, it raises questions about the financial sustainability of continuing with Downey Jr. The actor is reportedly earning over $80 million for the two Avengers films, with total compensation potentially exceeding $100 million. Keeping him on board would require a substantial ongoing investment. Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026, followed by Avengers: Secret Wars on December 17, 2027. Whether Downey Jr. stays on long-term could significantly influence the future tone and structure of Marvel's next saga.
Express Tribune
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
New Spider-Man rumor hints at Norman Osborn's MCU debut
A new rumor has sparked excitement among Marvel fans, suggesting that Norman Osborn—better known as the Green Goblin—may finally be making his debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. According to trusted insider DanielRPK, Marvel Studios is planning to introduce Osborn into the MCU timeline, though it's unclear whether he'll first appear in Spider-Man: Brand New Day or a future installment. While previous Spider-Man films in the MCU have focused on lesser-known villains like Mysterio, Vulture, and Shocker, fans have long awaited the arrival of classic rogues like Norman Osborn. Spider-Man: No Way Home teased the character's presence through Willem Dafoe's return as a multiversal Green Goblin, but many fans saw it as a missed opportunity for a fully integrated version of Osborn in the MCU continuity. The potential introduction of a new Norman Osborn could open fascinating storylines—particularly if Peter Parker, now aware of Osborn's villainous fate in other universes, tries to prevent it. Some theories even suggest Peter's interference may lead to someone else, such as Ned Leeds or Harry Osborn, becoming the new Green Goblin instead. Adding to the intrigue, Spider-Man: Brand New Day is already rumored to feature crossovers with characters like the Punisher and a more savage version of the Hulk. Introducing Norman Osborn in this complex web of narratives could elevate the stakes significantly. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is set to hit theaters on July 31, 2026. As speculation swirls, fans eagerly await official confirmation on whether the MCU is finally ready to unleash its own version of the Green Goblin.
Geek Tyrant
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Marvel's MIDNIGHT SONS Movie Gets Promising Update — GeekTyrant
It looks like Marvel Studios is finally moving forward with its long-teased Midnight Sons movie. According to industry insider DanielRPK, Marvel has officially brought a writer on board to start scripting the film. There's no director, cast, or release date yet, and Marvel hasn't said a word publicly, but internally, it seems like the project is in early development. While there are obviously no plot details, it was previously reported that Ghost Rider could take the lead on the team. It would be wild to see the the flaming-skulled antihero leading the supernatural squad. Nicolas Cage famously played the character in Sony's Ghost Rider films, but it safe to assume that Marvel will cast someone else in the film. A Samurai variant of Ghost Rider did show up (very briefly) in the What If...? season 2 finale, but it was a blink-and-you'll-miss-it kind of appearance. The original Midnight Sons series was created by Howard Mackie, Andy Kubert, and Bobby Chase and brought together other characters like Blade, Moon Knight, Doctor Strange, and Elsa Bloodstone. With Moon Knight, Werewolf By Night, and Agatha All Along already dipping their toes into Marvel's darker side, it's not too far-fetched to imagine these characters sharing the screen in something wickedly unholy. Still, it's all quiet on the official front. Marvel Studios has yet to confirm any of this, and the supernatural corner of the MCU remains largely undefined. But if this report holds, it looks like they're finally building toward something, and Midnight Sons could be the big, weird, ghost-fueled culmination of it all.
Screen Geek
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Screen Geek
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Rumored Leak Could Reveal Major Spoilers
Fans are eager to see how the upcoming fourth MCU Spider-Man movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day , will follow the events of Spider-Man: Homecoming , Spider-Man: Far From Home , and Spider-Man: No Way Home . Obviously there are some massive shoes to fill, especially with No Way Home having several continuities thrown into the mix. Now offering fans some insight, it looks like a rumored leak for Spider-Man: Brand New Day could reveal how the new sequel will up the ante with some potential spoilers. It's already been revealed that not only will Tom Holland return as Peter Parker aka Spider-Man for the new follow-up, but that he'll be joined by none other than Jon Bernthal as The Punisher. Bernthal previously played the role in Daredevil , his own Punisher series, and Daredevil: Born Again . Now, according to a surprising rumor, he'll be joined by another major MCU character. Obviously this has yet to be confirmed, but with Jon Bernthal joining a Spider-Man movie, anything is possible. And if this scoop from an insider is accurate, then fans could see the kind of Spider-Man movie they've been hoping to see on the big screen. Especially for fans of the comics that often see the kind of team-ups that Richtman is reporting could happen here. According to DanielRPK, he claims to 'have confirmed [that] at least part of the movie is Spider-Man and Punisher teaming up to fight Savage Hulk.' While this should be taken with a grain of salt for now, it would certainly be a great way to have the two characters team-up. Fans are also eager to see the Hulk returned to his former, angrier self, so this could be a great way to do so. Richtman also claims that Spider-Man: Brand New Day will include elements of a Gang War and that's why Savage Hulk is allegedly unleashed in the first place, in an effort to make things harder for our hero characters. Hopefully more information will be shared soon, but it sounds like Brand New Day could be shaping up to be a great follow-up to the previous trilogy of Marvel Spider-Man films if this leak is accurate. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is scheduled to hit theaters on July 31, 2026. Stay tuned to ScreenGeek for any additional updates regarding the highly-anticipated sequel as we have them.
Forbes
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘The Legend Of Zelda' Movie May Land A Perfectly Cast Princess, Per Report
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 20: Hunter Schafer attends the HBO Max FYC event for 'Euphoria' at ... More Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 20, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/WireImage) It remains to be seen where Wes Ball's upcoming Legend of Zelda movie is a good idea at baseline, but now a casting search appears to be spooling up for its major roles, including the titular princess. A new report from inside DanielRPK reveals that a specific actress is being eyed for the role, one that social media fans were theory-casting even before this news broke. That would be Euphoria's Hunter Schafer. As soon as the movie was announced, side-by-side comparisons started emerging about how perfectly she would fit into the role. Now, the film may have taken that to heart and may be pursuing the star. Schafer first rose to prominence in Euphoria, the controversial HBO teen drama that is finally filming its third season after a lengthy break, Schafer included. Since then, she's appeared in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, Yorgos Lanthimos' Kinds of Kindness and the horror film Cuckoo. She's about to star in the upcoming Blade Runner 2099 series and has 5-6 other projects on the way. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess It is not yet clear which game story is being adapted for The Legend of Zelda movie, one that many were surprised was going to be live-action at all, given what Nintendo did with the massively profitable Super Mario Bros. movie. It feels like a big risk, but much of this will come down to casting. It's easy to see Schaefer as a good Zelda, but the key role will be Link, a character who barely, if ever, speaks in the games, and it's going to be very interesting to see how that aspect is handled. Here's what Zelda superfan and the film's director Wes Ball said about the project to Totalfilm back in March of 2024: "I have this awesome idea," Ball said. "I've been thinking about it for a long freakin' time, of how cool a Zelda movie would be... I want to fulfill people's greatest desires. I know it's important, this [Zelda] franchise, to people and I want it to be a serious movie. A real movie that can give people an escape." So, this seems to be pitched as high fantasy rather than the more cartoony versions of the game we've seen. And that makes a lot of sense for live-action. I hope we hear more about the film soon, and if it's confirmed that Schafer will play Zelda? That would be a great start. Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.
