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5 Characters We Want to See in SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Sequel
2018’s Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse was a massive success, earning universal acclaim and taking home the Oscar for Best Animated Feature. Since then, Sony has wasted no time in confirming plans for more movies. The sequel is set to hit theaters on October 7th, 2022, while a female-centric spinoff (starring Spider-Gwen, Spider-Woman and Silk) is in the works. These films will continue to expand the Spider-Verse with new characters. For example, the sequel is expected to feature the Spider-Man from the 1970s Japanese show. But with all the Spiders found in comics and other adaptations, the possibilities are endless. After all, anyone can wear the mask. Below, we list five…
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Sony’s MORBIUS Movie Casts Jared Harris
Sony is getting ready to begin production on its next Marvel movie, Morbius. Jared Leto stars as the titular Living Vampire. The film will also feature Matt Smith and Adria Arjona. Now, another addition to the cast has been made. Jared Harris, whose credits include Mad Men and Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, has joined the cast of Morbius. His role in the movie is being kept under wraps. This marks the actor’s first comic book role, other than a voice role in Watchmen: Tales of the Black Freighter. With production beginning soon, we should hear more casting news soon. Stay tuned. Morbius is set to hit theaters on…
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BLACK PANTHER Wins Three Oscars, SPIDER-VERSE Wins Best Animated Feature
Marvel was well represented at last night’s 2019 Academy Awards. Black Panther was nominated for several Oscars, including Best Picture. Meanwhile, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse was up for Best Animated Feature. Finally, Avengers: Infinity War was nominated for Best Visual Effects. So, how did these movies fare? Out of seven categories, Black Panther won in three: Best Costume Design, Best Production Design, and Best Original Score. It was also nominated for Best Picture, Best Original Song, Best Sound Mixing, and Best Sound Editing. Black Panther is the first Marvel Studios movie to ever win an Oscar. With one movie, the MCU’s Oscar total went from zero to three. Meanwhile, Spider-Man:…
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MORBIUS Movie Confirmed for Summer 2020 Release
After the huge success of Venom, Sony Pictures is wasting no time in expanding its new franchise. The studio previously set release dates for two untitled Marvel movies in 2020. Now, we know what the first one will be. Morbius, starring Jared Leto as the Living Vampire, will hit theaters on July 31st, 2020. The film was originally scheduled for July 10th, but was pushed back three weeks. As a result of the move, the film will take advantage of an uneventful August. Therefore, the July 10th date is now taken by the new Ghostbusters film. Morbius will co-star Adria Arjona and Matt Smith. Daniel Espinosa will direct from a…
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SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME Teaser Trailer Released
Despite his death in Avengers: Infinity War, everyone’s favorite Friendly Neighborhood Web-Slinger is back in Spider-Man: Far From Home. Today, Sony has released the first trailer for the sequel, which will see Peter Parker travelling to Europe. We also get a first look at the Elementals, as well as Jake Gyllenhaal‘s Mysterio. Check it out Spider-Man: Far From Home‘s teaser trailer below, and stay tuned for more as we have it. Spider-Man: Far From Home is set to hit theaters on July 5th. The 23rd installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe stars Tom Holland, Michael Keaton, Zendaya, Marisa Tomei, Jake Gyllenhaal, Cobie Smulders, and Samuel L. Jackson. Jon Watts directs from…
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Sony Considering SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE TV Spinoffs
Sony Pictures really hit a homerun with Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. The animated film has been a critical and financial hit, and it earned a Golden Globe this week. This marks the beginning of a new franchise for Sony, which is already developing a sequel and spinoff. However, a new report suggests that it’ll go beyond that. The New York Times has published a piece on Sony’s future franchise plans, and obviously, Spider-Man is a big part of that. In addition to the movie spinoffs, Sony is considering animated television shows starring characters from Into the Spider-Verse. The film has spawned several fan-favorite characters, such as Spider-Man Noir, Spider-Ham, and…
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VENOM Sequel Moving Forward with Screenwriter
Despite negative reviews from critics and mixed reception from fans, Sony’s Venom was a big hit at the box office, grossing over $855 million worldwide on a $100 million budget. This secured the studio’s plans for a franchise, along with its Universe of Marvel Characters. Now, the sequel is officially moving forward. Screenwriter Kelly Marcel, who worked on the first film, will return to pen Venom 2. Tom Hardy will return as the titular antihero, while Michelle Williams’ Anne Weying will be back. Additionally, Woody Harrelson, who debuted as Cletus Kasady in Venom‘s mid-credits scene, will take a bigger role in the sequel. One person’s return is in doubt, however.…
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SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Wins Golden Globe for Best Animated Movie
The 2019 Golden Globes took place last night, as a precursor to next month’s Academy Awards. At the event, one of 2018’s most acclaimed superhero movies took home a top prize. Sony’s Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse won for Best Animated Motion Picture, beating competitors like Incredibles 2 and Isle of Dogs. This is the latest accolade for the film, which has earned rave reviews and solid box office results. Will the movie repeat at the Oscars next month? Let’s hope so. In other news, Marvel’s Black Panther was nominated for a few categories, including the coveted Best Motion Picture – Drama. However, the film was snubbed completely, with the top…
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MEN IN BLACK INTERNATIONAL Trailer Released
Sony has released the first trailer for Men in Black International, a spinoff from the original trilogy. In this movie, Agent M (Tessa Thompson) joins the MIB organization, being paired with Agent H (Chris Hemsworth). The two are caught up in a mystery that takes them across the globe, and they must deal with a mole in their organization. Check out the trailer below, and stay tuned for more as we have it. Men in Black International hits theaters on June 14th, 2019.
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New SPIDER-MAN Movie Details: MCU Future, INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Franchise, SINISTER SIX Update
Sony has been on a roll with its Marvel properties lately. The studio successfully relaunched its biggest franchise with Marvel Studios in Spider-Man: Homecoming, Venom began its own Marvel Universe with huge box office numbers, and this weekend, the critically acclaimed Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse was released. Now, the studio is doubling down on its properties for future films. Vanity Fair published a profile piece on Sony and its efforts towards the Spider-Man franchise. Producer Amy Pascal, along with Into the Spider-Verse‘s Chris Miller and Phil Lord, weigh in on the future. Here are some highlights… Into the Spider-Verse will be getting a sequel, which will revolve around Miles Morales…