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Feb- 2026 -18 February
‘Star Wars’ Completely Rewrites Sequel Trilogy With Latest Reveal
The sequel trilogy remains perhaps the most divisive era in Star Wars. Now, a new reveal from Lucasfilm seemingly retcons all three films in a major way. By the time The Force Awakens arrived in 2015, fans had decades‘ worth of expectations for the next chapter in the Skywalker Saga. That film delivered in spectacle, but many felt it was a carbon copy of A New Hope (1977). But in 2017, The L
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17 February
Tom Cruise Is Now the Biggest Problem Facing ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 6’
For years now, Disney fans have been stuck in the same exhausting cycle when it comes to Pirates of the Caribbean 6. Every few months, the rumors flare back up. Someone claims a script is in the works. Another report suggests a major casting decision is close. And then… nothing happens. At this point, Pirates 6 has started to feel like the sequel that exists more in headlines than in reality. But
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17 February
‘Star Wars’ Confirms Return of ‘Mandalorian’ Character in Theatrical Release
After a seven-year hiatus from theaters, the Star Wars franchise is returning with The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026), but it seems the film has abandoned its Disney+ origins. While Pedro Pascal reprises his role as the titular bounty hunter Din Djarin alongside Grogu, the supporting cast from The Mandalorian (2019) is absent. Characters like The Armorer (Emily Swallow), Peli Motto (Amy Sedaris), IG
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17 February
‘Jurassic Park’ Trailer With a Young Hammond Proves ‘Rebirth’ Was a Mistake
Universal has yet to announce a sequel to last year's Jurassic World Rebirth (2025), but the film grossed $869.1 million worldwide, so one is likely. Recent reports suggest that director Gareth Edwards and stars Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey are in negotiations to return for a new film. Nothing is confirmed, but it's fair to say that another sequel feels inevitable. But i
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17 February
‘Stranger Things’ Confirms Live-Action Feature Coming Soon, Trailer Already Revealed
Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the prequel to the beloved Netflix series, is being filmed for streaming. Soon, fans of the franchise can expect a small-screen adaptation of the critically acclaimed, award-winning Broadway production that explores the early years of characters such as Jim Hopper, Joyce Byers, and a young Henry Creel in 1959. Per Collider, producers recently canceled public perf
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16 February
Jack Sparrow’s Final Voyage: Why Margot Robbie Is Officially Taking the Helm of ‘Pirates 6’
The horizon of the Caribbean is shifting, and for the first time in over two decades, the silhouette of the Black Pearl will not be guided by the eccentric, rum-soaked swagger of Captain Jack Sparrow. In a move that has sent shockwaves through Hollywood and divided one of cinema's largest fanbases, Disney has finally signaled a definitive direction for the future of its $4.5 billion franchise. Cre
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16 February
‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ Franchise Will Break New Ground This Summer
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been fighting their way through pop culture for over 40 years, from comics and cartoons to big-screen adventures and video games. But despite recent challenges — including the cancellation of the highly anticipated, R-rated, live-action Last Ronin film adaptation — the franchise isn’t slowing down. Per Variety, Paramount has announced several upcoming projects
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16 February
How Grogu Could Be Replaced Following ‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ Release
This year's Super Bowl offered a glimpse of what could define the blockbuster race of 2026 — and for Lucasfilm, it wasn’t exactly a victory lap. The Mandalorian and Grogu’s 36-second TV spot drew mixed reactions from fans. It shows bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu (AKA Baby Yoda) riding a tauntaun-pulled carriage across snowy terrain, accompanied by actor Sam Elliott’s gravelly vo
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14 February
End of an Era: Jon Favreau Abandoning ‘Star Wars’ Amid ‘Mandalorian’ Uncertainty
Jon Favreau appears set to step away from Star Wars following the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026), closing a seven-year period in which he emerged as one of Lucasfilm’s most influential modern creators. Favreau’s departure would mark a significant shift for the franchise. Since 2019, his work has defined Star Wars’ transition from theatrical spectacle to streaming-focused storytelling,
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14 February
Disney Is Giving Away Free Therapy to Streaming Platform Subscribers
Disney+ has introduced two new subscriber perks unrelated to streaming: six months of Calm Premium for free and a sweepstakes for Disney romantasy book bundles. These additions come after a steep decline in subscribers during 2024 and 2025, following earlier perks like Spotify Premium trials and Disneyland trip giveaways. This move highlights that simply adding new Marvel and Star Wars content isn
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