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May- 2026 -12 May
Reboot Based on Michael Crichton’s Sci-Fi Classic in Development
Long before audiences watched dinosaurs break out of containment in Jurassic Park (1993), Michael Crichton, who wrote the 1990 novel on which the film is based, had already explored the idea of ill-fated theme park resorts built for human entertainment. That earlier vision arrived in the form of Westworld (1973), a sci-fi thriller film written and directed by Crichton that imagined a fantasy resor
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12 May
Disney Has Confirmed the New Faces of 2026, Including Its Disney Princess
Disney is preparing to launch another major live-action remake, but this time the stakes feel considerably higher. Following the fallout surrounding Snow White earlier this year, the studio is now turning its attention toward Moana, the reimagining of its 2016 animated hit that is currently slated for release on July 10, 2026. With production moving through post-production and marketing beginning
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12 May
82-Year-Old Original Trilogy ‘Star Wars’ Actor Has Died
Another performer from the original Star Wars trilogy has passed away. Michael Pennington, the actor who played Moff Jerjerrod in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983), has died at 82 years old. The British stage and screen actor built a career that stretched across decades, though science fiction audiences continue to associate him with the Imperial leadership featured in the closing
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11 May
Disney Could Replace Rey and Mando With Underused ‘Star Wars’ Character
Star Wars has introduced countless iconic characters over the decades. Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), Darth Vader (James Earl Jones), Han Solo (Harrison Ford), Yoda, Ahsoka Tano (Ashley Eckstein/Rosario Dawson), Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal), and Grogu have all become defining faces of the franchise across different generations of fans. But now and then, the franchise introduces someone who immediately
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11 May
The ‘Jurassic’ Franchise Is Officially Returning to the ‘Park’ Era
Even after four Jurassic World films and billions of dollars at the global box office, many longtime fans still view Jurassic Park as the definitive version of the franchise. Steven Spielberg’s original 1993 classic remains the emotional core for countless viewers, and now Universal appears to be quietly acknowledging that by slowly returning to the Park era across several parts of the franchise.
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10 May
The Force is Divided: Why Republicans Are Vowing to Skip ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ Following Mark Hamill’s Viral Outburst
In a galaxy far, far away, the struggle between light and dark is legendary. But in May 2026, that struggle is playing out on social media and at the box office. As Disney prepares for the blockbuster theatrical release of The Mandalorian & Grogu, a new disturbance in the Force has emerged: a massive, Republican-led boycott. Credit: Lucasfilm The catalyst for this cinematic civil war? A controvers
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9 May
‘Harry Potter’ Franchise Veteran Makes Shocking Admission Amid Health Concerns
A Harry Potter star is once again speaking candidly about aging, health, and the reality that she believes she does not “have long to live.” Miriam Margolyes, best known for playing Professor Pomona Sprout, recently made several revelations during an appearance on The Romesh Ranganathan Show. Margolyes, 84, confirmed that she hopes to permanently relocate to Italy with her long-term partner, Heath
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9 May
‘The Mandalorian’ Series Has Been Replaced and Pedro Pascal Has Words on His ‘Star Wars’ Future
The future of Star Wars storytelling is changing shape once again, and this time, the shift centers around the franchise’s biggest Disney+ success story. After helping launch Disney’s streaming era and becoming one of Lucasfilm’s defining modern productions, The Mandalorian is no longer moving forward in the way many fans expected. Instead of continuing with a fourth season on Disney+, Lucasfilm i
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9 May
Lucasfilm Turning to Sequel Trilogy for ‘Star Wars’ Future, Wants John Boyega Back
The Star Wars sequel trilogy may not be finished after all. Lucasfilm spent years trying to move Star Wars beyond Episodes VII, VIII, and IX. Disney pivoted heavily toward Disney+, launched multiple streaming shows, and largely avoided revisiting characters introduced in the sequel era outside of occasional references. Now, however, the studio reportedly appears to be circling back. According to i
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9 May
DC’s New Batman Project Is a Loose Continuation of the ’90s Movie
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight (2026) is positioning itself as one of the most ambitious Batman games in years. What Is Legacy of the Dark Knight? Developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Games, Legacy of the Dark Knight is an upcoming third-person open-world title that pulls together multiple eras of Batman history into a single open-world experience, combining influences from
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