Movies & Entertainment

Disney Fanatic shares the latest Disney movies, entertainment, and beyond.

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    23 June
    Scarlett Johansson in 'Jurassic World Rebirth'

    ‘Jurassic World’ May Not Return to Theaters for Several Years, Writer Shares Update

    For more than 30 years, the Jurassic Park franchise has survived extinction-level events of its own. From Steven Spielberg's groundbreaking 1993 original to the billion-dollar Jurassic World trilogy, the series has repeatedly reinvented itself to stay relevant with audiences. But following the release of Jurassic World Rebirth (2025), the future of the franchise suddenly looks less certain. While

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  • 23 June
    Raphael preparing to skydive in 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Out of the Shadows'

    Original 1987 ‘TMNT’ Cartoon Makes Official Return

    For many fans, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles began long before the movies, video games, or modern animated reboots. While the franchise originated as a dark comic book series from Mirage Studios, it was the 1987 cartoon that transformed Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael into household names. The brightly colored series fueled the “Turtle-mania” craze of the late 1980s and e

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  • 22 June
    Finn, Rey and Poe stand together in front of C-3PO

    ‘Star Wars’ May Turn To Previous Rival Franchise for Full Reboot

    Star Wars has spent the last decade expanding its canon. The problem is that it may have expanded too much. A long time ago, in a galaxy not so far away, following Star Wars was simple. You watched the films, maybe picked up a novel or comic book, and that was enough. Today, understanding where the franchise is headed often requires familiarity with multiple Disney+ series, animated shows, and int

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  • 22 June
    James Bond holding a gun in "007 First Light"

    ‘James Bond’ Reboot Casts ‘The Crown’ Actor as the New 007 in Upcoming Reboot

    Amazon MGM Studios hasn't cast the next cinematic James Bond yet, but the franchise is already embracing a younger version of 007 across two new projects. Last month, IO Interactive launched 007 First Light, an original Bond origin story starring Patrick Gibson as a 26-year-old recruit who has yet to earn his “licence to kill.” The game has reportedly sold nearly 3 million copies in it

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  • 20 June
    Disney+ logo centered in front of a collage of movie and TV show posters, with illustrated buckets of popcorn and a soda on either side.

    Disney+ Crashed for Four Hours and the Timing Could Not Have Been Worse

    There is nothing quite like settling in for a quiet night of streaming only to find yourself staring at a login screen that refuses to load. That was the reality for roughly 20,000 Disney+ subscribers Thursday night, when a widespread outage knocked the platform offline for the better part of four hours. The Disney+ Outage, Hour by Hour The disruption began around 6:40 p.m. Eastern Time on June 18

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  • 20 June
    Daniel Craig in the James Bond gun barrel intro

    Next ‘James Bond’ Reboot Casts 24-Year-Old Actor as 007, Release Window Also Confirmed

    The future of James Bond is beginning to take shape. Amazon MGM Studios is currently developing the next James Bond film, which will launch a brand-new era for the iconic spy franchise. While details remain tightly under wraps, the project is being directed by Denis Villeneuve (Dune), written by Steven Knight (Peaky Blinders), and produced by David Heyman and Amy Pascal. Related: ‘James Bond

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  • 18 June
    Shrek and Fiona ride in their onion carriage in 'Shrek 5'

    “DreamWorks Sparks Fury as ‘Shrek 5’ Trailer, Leaves Parents Stunned By Crass Jokes

    The first teaser for Shrek 5 (2027) has arrived, and fans already have strong opinions. For many viewers, the footage was a welcome return to one of animation's most popular franchises. Seeing Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and Gingy back on screen generated plenty of excitement. At the same time, several moments in the teaser left some fans questioning whether DreamWorks is taking the series in a more mat

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  • 18 June
    Rey Skywalker (Daisy Ridley) walks beside BB-8

    Disney’s ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Replaced With Universal Movie

    The modern blockbuster era has been defined by familiar names returning to theaters. Studios have revived dormant franchises, reunited legacy casts, and poured extraordinary sums into keeping major brands relevant. Yet recent revelations about the costs behind some of Hollywood's biggest hits suggest that approach may be reaching a turning point. Few examples illustrate the highs and lows of franc

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  • 18 June
    Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards in 'The Fantastic Four'

    Two Years After Pedro Pascal Announcement, Marvel Confirms New Mister Fantastic Four Actor

    The future of Marvel’s First Family continues to grow across film and television as Reed Richards takes on an increasingly important role throughout the Marvel brand. When Marvel Studios announced Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, it ended one of the longest-running casting conversations in superhero entertainment. For years, fans campaigned for different actors to portray the leader of the Fantastic

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  • 17 June
    Lilo puts Stitch's claw on a record player

    ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Actor’s Death Leaves Disney Fans Devastated

    A generation of Disney fans is saying goodbye. For many millennials, Lilo & Stitch was unlike any other Disney movie. Released in 2002, the animated film centered on an unconventional family, a mischievous alien, and a young girl who never quite fit in. The movie became a major success for Disney and spawned multiple sequels, a television series, merchandise lines, theme park appearances, and, mor

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