Movies & Entertainment
Disney Fanatic shares the latest Disney movies, entertainment, and beyond.
-
Feb- 2026 -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
Read More » -
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
Read More » -
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
Read More » -
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
Read More » -
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
Read More » -
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,
Read More » -
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
Read More » -
14 February
UPDATE: Disney’s ‘Star Wars’ and Marvel Crossover Is Dead
We have an update on those Star Wars and Marvel rumors – and it's not looking good. Speculation around a potential crossover between Disney’s two most valuable franchises picked up steam earlier this month, prompting renewed discussion about how far the company might be willing to go to reinvigorate both brands. Ongoing Struggles for ‘Star Wars' and the Marvel Cinematic Universe The rumor su
Read More » -
14 February
TMNT Reshaped Into More Kid-Friendly Franchise After Studio Drops R-Rated Project
Paramount's roadmap for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles has changed, as the studio has now announced several projects that will reshape the future of the beloved franchise. Per Variety, the studio has unveiled Teeny Mutant Ninja Turtles, an animated series aimed at younger viewers that centers on the early lives of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael. The new series comprised of 30 sho
Read More » -
14 February
Major Streaming Services, Disney+ and Netflix, Combining in 2026
Six years after Disney+ entered the streaming race, the service is no longer just a challenger, it’s a cornerstone of The Walt Disney Company’s entertainment strategy. And according to new viewership figures, audiences are responding in a big way. Nielsen reports that seven of the ten most-watched series of 2025 streamed on Disney+ or Hulu. Bluey led the charge yet again, amassing 45 billion minut
Read More »
