Broadway's Reneé Rapp makes TV debut
Reneé Rapp, former star in Broadway’s “Mean Girls” as Regina George, makes her TV debut in Mindy Kaling's new series “The Sex Lives of College Girls” on HBO Max. Rapp gets emotional when she thinks about how Tina Fey and Kaling have each given her big opportunities with little to no professional experience. (Dec. 2)
news.yahoo.comMeg Oliver pens personal essay on challenges of remote learning during pandemic
CBS News’ Meg Oliver pens a personal essay on the challenges her own family faced during the pandemic and online schooling. She discusses the isolation and heavy toll on her kids from being out of school and away from friends. As students enter this new school year, she shares renewed hope and optimism that comes with finding a piece of normalcy.
news.yahoo.comMarvel's Wanda has a future, but 'WandaVision' fate unclear
This image provided by Marvel Studios shows Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff in a scene from "WandaVision." (Marvel Studios via AP)LOS ANGELES – When “WandaVision” wraps its initial run next month on the Disney+ streaming service, Elizabeth Olsen’s Wanda will make her next appearance in the big-screen “Doctor Strange” sequel. It’s storytelling that determines how and when characters from the Marvel Comics universe hopscotch between TV and movies, Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige said Wednesday. Feige wouldn’t say whether “WandaVision,” Marvel Studios' first original series for Disney+, has a future after its March 5 season finale. Asked if Marvel Studios might be able to regain them, Feige said he believes it could happen, but added that “rumors online about things reverting” to Marvel aren't always true.
What that 'WandaVision' cameo means for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Elizabeth Olsen stars as Wanda Maximoff in "WandaVision" on Disney+. DisneyKevin Feige warned us that the Marvel series on Disney+ would have implications for the greater Marvel Cinematic Universe. Standing on the front door is Pietro Maximoff, just not that Pietro Maximoff. Elizabeth Olsen stars as Wanda Maximoff in "WandaVision" on Disney+ with special guest Evan Peters as Pietro Maximoff. For those unfamiliar, the Marvel multiverse is just a fancy way of saying a collection of alternate universes.
cnbc.comBergman succeeds Horn as Disney Studios chairman
In this combination photo, Alan Bergman, left, and Alan F. Horn, attend the premiere of "The Mandalorian" in Los Angeles on Nov. 13, 2019. The Walt Disney Company announced Monday, Dec. 21, 2020 that Bergman has been named Chairman, Disney Studios Content, effective January 1, and Horn will continue to serve as the divisions Chief Creative Officer. (Photo by Mark Von Holden/Invision/AP, file)Walt Disney Co. veteran Alan Bergman has been named chairman of Disney Studios, the company said Monday. “The Walt Disney Studios’ achievements under the leadership of Alan Horn and Alan Bergman have been nothing short of extraordinary,” said Bob Chapek, Walt Disney Co. CEO, in a statement. Bergman has worked at Disney for 24 years and served as president of Walt Disney Studios from 2005 to 2019, helping to integrate Pixar, Lucasfilm, Marvel and Twenty-First Century Fox into the Disney stable of brands.
Disney unveils new content featuring Marvel and Star Wars series
Streaming plans at Walt Disney shifted into hyper speed as the studio unveiled a galaxy's worth of new streaming offerings including plans for 10 "Star Wars" series spinoffs and 10 Marvel series that will debut on Disney+. Over the next few years, Disney plans to premiere directly on Disney+ not just an armada of "Star Wars" and Marvel series but live-action movies and shows along with Pixar animated content. Among the "Star Wars" series are two spinoffs of "The Mandalorian." Other "Star Wars" stars are returning, including Hayden Christensen who will reprise his role as Death Vader in "Obi-Wan Kenobi." Kevin Feige, who leads Disney's Marvel content, said a pair of new Marvel series will tie directly to future films.
cbsnews.comNew writer/director duo tapped to develop 'Star Wars' film or TV project
are developing a "Star Wars" project for Lucasfilm, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Dillard directed the 2016 horror film "Sleight," and followed that up in 2019 with "Sweetheart." He recently directed an episode of the upcoming Amazon series "Utopia," and is in pre-production on the Korean war film "Devotion." Related: Baby Yoda 'Star Wars' toys launch unstoppable campaign of cutenessOwens served as a writer and story editor on Marvel Television's "The Defenders," "Luke Cage," and "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." THR does say specifically that although Owens has a connection to Marvel, this project is unrelated to Marvel Chief Creative Officer Kevin Feige's "Star Wars" film, as well as "The Last Jedi" writer/director Rian Johnson's promised trilogy.
space.comMark Ruffalo Reveals His Dream 'She-Hulk' Casting (Exclusive)
Who in Hollywood has what it takes to play the Hulk's female counter-part in the upcoming Marvel series, She-Hulk? "I mean, Tessa Thompson's already Valkyrie but she'd be a great She-Hulk," Ruffalo, who's played the big green superhero since 2012, gushed of his Avengers: Endgame co-star. There's no word yet if Mark Ruffalo will appear on the show. "I would die to play that role," Beatriz said at the time. RELATED CONTENT: Mark Ruffalo Reacts to Martin Scorsese's Marvel Slam (Exclusive) Embed Code RestartMark Ruffalo Takes Aim at Ellen DeGeneres Over Defense of George W. Bush FriendshipMark Ruffalo Admits He Had No Idea Brie Larson Was in '13 Going on 30'Mark Ruffalo Admits He Got a 'Dummy Script' for 'Avengers: Endgame' (Exclusive)
Mark Ruffalo and Marvel Heads React to Martin Scorsese's Comments About Superhero Movies
"What really speaks to people about these movies, I think, is the heart and humanity of characters," Ruffalo told the crowd at the awards show. Backstage, Ruffalo, Feige and Alonso spoke with ET's Lauren Zima, where they further addressed the legendary director's indictment of their work. Martin Scorsese Stands by Marvel Movie Comments (Exclusive) Embed Code Restart Martin Scorsese Stands by Marvel Movie Comments (Exclusive)"For them, my concern is losing the screens to massive theme-park films, which I say again, they're [their] own new art form," Scorsese continued. Like it or not, there are plenty of Marvel movies still to be made. Marvel's San Diego Comic-Con Panel Highlights 2019 Embed Code RestartRELATED CONTENT:Martin Scorsese Explains His Comments About Marvel Movies Not Being Real Cinema (Exclusive)Tessa Thompson Says Women of Marvel Are 'Eager' For an All-Female Movie (Exclusive)Francis Ford Coppola Calls Marvel Movies 'Despicable' After Martin Scorsese's Critique
'Game of Thrones' David Benioff and D.B. Weiss reportedly no longer working on 'Star Wars' trilogy
David Benioff and D. B. Weiss attend the "Game Of Thrones" season 8 premiere on April 3, 2019 in New York City. "We love Star Wars," Benioff and Weiss said in a joint statement to Deadline. Getting to talk about Star Wars with him and the current Star Wars team was the thrill of a lifetime, and we will always be indebted to the saga that changed everything." It was also recently announced that Marvel's Kevin Feige would also be throwing his hat into the Star Wars ring. "We hope to include them in the journey forward when they are able to step away from their busy schedule to focus on Star Wars."
cnbc.comKevin Feige named chief creative officer at Marvel
The man behind Disney's expansive Marvel Cinematic Universe now has creative control of Marvel's storytelling beyond the big screen. On Tuesday, Variety reported that Kevin Feige, the president of Marvel Studios, was named chief creative officer of Marvel. Both Marvel Television and Marvel Family Entertainment will now be part of Marvel Studios. Feige will continue to report to Alan Horn, Walt Disney Studio's co-chairman and chief creative officer, as well as Alan Bergman, its co-chairman. The announcement comes just weeks after Variety reported that there were murmurings Marvel Television under Jeph Loeb was being phased out of live-action television projects.
cnbc.comSpider-Man will stay in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Tom Holland as Spider-Man. After months of tension, the two studios announced Spider-Man will return to theaters in 2021. Sony Pictures Entertainment and The Walt Disney Studios jointly announced Friday a partnership to release a third film in the "Spider-Man Homecoming" franchise under Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige. Tom Holland will return to the iconic role in the movie, which is scheduled for release on July 16, 2021. A deal between Marvel and Sony brought Tom Holland into the "Avengers" franchise, but the deal expired after "Spider-Man: Far From Home" Sony's highest-grossing movie of all time.
cbsnews.com'Spider-Man' swings on as Marvel, Sony mend split
On Friday, the parties announced that Marvel would again have a hand in producing the next sequel, and that Spider-Man would appear in another upcoming Marvel feature. In a statement, Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige said he is "thrilled that Spidey's journey in the MCU will continue." The result benefited both sides, with Sony releasing the hits "Spider-Man: Homecoming" and "Spider-Man: Far From Home," and the character appearing in several Marvel movies, including the "Avengers" saga. In August, however, the relationship broke down, with the announcement that Feige would no longer oversee the production of the Spider-Man movies. "Spider-Man: Far From Home" has grossed more than $1.1 billion worldwide, making it the third most lucrative movie released in 2019, behind "Avengers: Endgame" and "The Lion King."
Spider-Man No Longer Leaving the MCU as Sony and Marvel Settle Dispute
Sony and Walt Disney Studio's Marvel with Kevin Feige at the helm, are working together again to bring the third Spider-Man film to audiences with Tom Holland starring. The third installment of solo films for Holland's Spider-Man is set to be released on July 16, 2021. According to Comic Book, Spider-Man will also appear in a future Marvel Studios film. Holland has already starred as the web slinger in 2017's Spider-Man: Homecoming and 2019's Spider-Man: Far From Home. Holland previously addressed the conflict between Sony and Marvel, telling the crowd at D23 that he is "holding out hope that this isn't he final chapter of that story."
Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige to develop Star Wars film for Disney
Kevin Feige is developing a Star Wars movie for Lucasfilm. HOLLYWOOD, Calif. - Kevin Feige, the president of Disney's Marvel Studios, is one of the most successful producers in Hollywood history. Star Wars is one of the most successful franchises in Hollywood history. Disney will conclude the Skywalker saga this December with "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker." "And knowing what a die-hard fan Kevin is, it made sense for these two extraordinary producers to work on a Star Wars film together."
Marvel's Kevin Feige to develop 'Star Wars' movie
The man behind Disney's expansive Marvel Cinematic Universe is getting a chance to develop his own Star Wars film. On Wednesday, The Hollywood Reporter said Kevin Feige, who is a massive Star Wars fan, will be lending his producing talents to a project set in a galaxy far, far away. Additionally, Disney is ramping up its Star Wars offerings on Disney+. Executive producer Jon Favreau ("Iron Man") partnered with Dave Filoni ("Star Wars: Clone Wars") on a live-action Star Wars space Western called "The Mandalorian." The Star Wars franchise would be in good hands with Feige.
cnbc.comRichard Madden Says Marvels First Openly Gay Character Is Hugely Important (Exclusive)
Richard Madden is sharing his excitement that his new film, Eternals, will include the first openly gay character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. "I think it's hugely important, just the cast is so diverse," Madden stated. I think Marvel are really at the forefront of that." Madden and Kit Harington, who played Robb Stark and Jon Snow on the mega-hit HBO show, will be joining forces again beyond the borders of Westeros. The film centers on a race of immortals who once lived on Earth and had a hand in human civilization.
Marvels The Eternals Will Introduce the MCUs First Openly Gay Character
The upcoming Marvel film, The Eternals, is going to include the an openly gay character. Kevin Feige, the president of Marvel Studios, confirmed the news during a recent interview with Good Morning America while not clarifying which character it's going to be. The actress said she felt empowered while donning the costume for her Eternals character, Thena, until her kids got a look at her getup. As for the openly gay character in The Eternals, as fans of the MCU know, this won't be the only LGBTQ representation in the comic book universe. RELATED CONTENT:Kit Harington Joins Marvel's 'The Eternals,' Ryan Coogler Reveals 'Black Panther 2' Release DateAngelina Jolie Makes Surprise Comic-Con Appearance With 'The Eternals' CastMarvel Announces Phase 4 at Comic-Con: 'Black Widow,' 'The Eternals,' 'Thor 4' and More
Taika Waititi on 'Thor 4' and Bringing Back Natalie Portman (Exclusive)
"[She's] a Thor," the 44-year-old New Zealander clarified following the film's presentation when asked about the Oscar-winning actress taking over the role. "There's still the other Thor, the original Thor [played by Chris Hemsworth]." She'll be reprising her character from Thor and Thor: Dark World, Jane Foster, who will become the newest hammer-wielding superhero in the film. While on hand on Friday, Waititi also discussed the role he'll be playing in Disney+'s upcoming Star Wars marquee series, The Mandalorian. RELATED CONTENT:Kat Dennings Had the Perfect Reaction to 'Genius' Casting of Natalie Portman as Thor (Exclusive)Cate Blanchett Reacts to Natalie Portman Playing Thor in 'Love and Thunder' (Exclusive)Natalie Portman Returns as Thor in New Film: Kevin Feige Says 'She Was in Right Away' (Exclusive)
'Black Panther' sequel release date announced
Eight movies were nominated for best picture on Tuesday, but there are two that couldn't be more different -- "Black Panther," the Marvel blockbuster; and "Roma," Alfonso Cuarn's black-and-white Netflix film -- might be the most significantANAHEIM, California (CNN) - "Black Panther" fans can finally mark their calendars for the highly-anticipated sequel. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige took the stage at Disney's D23 Expo in Anaheim, California, along with film director Ryan Coogler, to announce that the second movie of the "Black Panther" saga will debut in theaters on May 6, 2022. The Disney-Marvel movie won three Oscars for original score and production as well as costume design. After hitting theaters in February 2018, "Black Panther" has grossed more than $700 million, according to Box Office Mojo. The-CNN-Wire & 2019 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company.
Kit Harington Joins Marvel's 'The Eternals'
As if The Eternals wasn't epic enough already, Marvel's upcoming cosmic drama will feature a Game of Thrones reunion, with Kevin Feige announced that star Kit Harington is joining the cast. Gemma Chan, who previously starred in Captain Marvel, will play Sersi, Barry Keoghan is Druig and Harington will play a non-Eternal named Dane Whitman. Harington joins the previously announced Richard Madden, who plays Ikaris. "We just really, really want it to be right. Marvel,' 'Moon Knight' and 'She-Hulk' Disney+ SeriesUpcoming Marvel Movies: Everything We Know About Phase 4 of the MCUJon Favreau Says He's 'Holding Out Hope' This Isn't Spider-Man's 'Final Chapter' in MCU (Exclusive)
Kat Dennings Had the Perfect Reaction to 'Genius' Casting of Natalie Portman as Thor
The WandaVision star spoke with ET at Disney's D23 Expo on Friday, where she was gleeful about Natalie Portman's upcoming turn as the first-ever female Thor. "I think it's genius and I'm very excited," Dennings added. Dennings and Portman starred together in two Marvel Cinematic Universe films, 2011's Thor and 2013's Thor: The Dark World. The comic run Dennings is referring to was called The Mighty Thor, which director Taika Waititi has revealed is, indeed, the inspiration for the upcoming 2021 superhero flick, Thor: Love and Thunder. For even more on Portman's Thor, watch the video below.
Marvel Announces 'Ms. Marvel,' 'Moon Knight' and 'She-Hulk' Disney+
But on Friday, Feige confirmed three new titles in the works for the streaming service:First up, Ms. Marvel, centered on the MCU's first Muslim superhero, Kamala Khan. "You will meet her in her Disney+ series and then you will see her in our films," Feige said. Then there's Moon Knight, about the mercenary Marc Spector, who "may or may not" be impugned with power. Lastly, "Bruce Banner is no longer the only Hulk in the MCU," Feige said. A She-Hulk series is officially in the works, about lawyer and big green woman Jennifer Walters.
Wesley Snipes Responds to Marvel Rebooting 'Blade': 'It's All Good'
Wesley Snipes has given his support and blessing to the recent news of an upcoming Blade reboot. He also thanked his outspoken fans, some of whom had mixed feelings about the idea of Marvel rebooting the series in the first place. "So, 'nah fret nah worry, it's not de end of de story.' The announcement regarding the upcoming Blade reboot came during Marvel's hotly anticipated Hall H presentation over the weekend, with the film expected to be part of Marvel's Phase 5. RELATED CONTENT:'Expendables 3' Star Wesley Snipes on His Return to HollywoodMarvel's Phase Four: 9 Questions We Have About What's to Come in the MCUBrie Larson Dedicates Best Fight Award to 'Captain Marvel' Stunt Doubles at MTV Movie & TV Awards
Kevin Feige reveals thinking behind Marvel's Phase Four
We were always about doing what we always tried to do in Phase One, Two and Three, which is do a film of character you already know, [like] Black Widow, in a way that you don't expect." "We wanted to do our big ensemble like we did in Phase Two with 'Guardians,' and that's what 'Eternals is," said Feige. 3" and sequels to "Black Panther" and "Captain Marvel." Diversity has clearly reverberated deeply with audiences embracing superheroes that look and feel like they do, with Captain Marvel and Black Panther as cases in point. "We love the story -- it's one of the best comic runs recently," said Feige.
Natalie Portman Returns as Thor in New Film: Kevin Feige Says 'She Was in Right Away'
During the Marvel panel at Comic-Con on Saturday, it was revealed that Natalie Portman will be be returning to the Marvel franchise as Jane Foster. ETs Ashley Crossan spoke with Marvel super-producer Kevin Feige afterward, when he explained how the concept for the upcoming film came together. Feige added that "when Taiki had this idea and pitched it to her, she was in right away." The upcoming film will also feature franchise regular Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie, who will officially be the first LGBTQ superhero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Get loads more news from the Marvel panel right here.
'Avengers: Endgame' Dethrones 'Avatar' as Highest-Grossing Film of All Time
On Saturday at Comic-Con 2019, Marvel Studios revealed that their star-studded film had surpassed Avatar, claiming the title of highest-grossing film of all time. The superhero extravaganza has racked up $2.79 billion at the global box office, according to Box Office Mojo. This achievement arrives after Endgame previous broke numerous records including becoming the first film to crack the billion-dollar benchmark on its opening weekend. The studio also shared new details on the standalone Black Widow film centering on Scarlett Johanssons badass character. Head here for loads more details from the Marvel Panel at Comic-Con 2019.
'Avengers: Endgame' surpasses 'Avatar' as No. 1 grossing film of all time
SAN DIEGO -- Move aside, Na'vi, the Avengers are coming through.Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios, told a packed audience at San Diego Comic-Con's Hall H that "Avengers: Endgame" had officially passed "Avatar" to become the top-grossing movie of all time with this weekend's ticket sales. "Thanks to you, 'Avengers: Endgame' is the biggest film of all time," he told the rabid crowd, which had gathered to hear announcements about Marvel's phase 4 films. "Avengers: Endgame" will take in an estimated $1.28 million domestic total this weekend, according to Deadline, which will easily push it past the mark set by "Avatar" when it was released in December 2009. The film took in $2.778 billion in its worldwide run.With the box office from this weekend, it will easily surpass "Avatar" and ring up at least $2.78 billion. "Avengers: Endgame" got a boost when it was re-released in theaters in late June after it initially premiered on April 26.
abc13.comComic-Con 2019: Portman is Thor, Ali is Blade and more from Marvel's Phase 4
"Portman, who played Jane in the first two Thor films, will be remerging as the female Thor. Wesley Snipes played the character in the 1998 film.Ali came out on stage and put on a "Blade" baseball cap as the crowd went wild. No other details were revealed about the project.Marvel's impact on Hollywood over the past 11 years is hard to understate. This year alone, three of the top five movies are Marvel properties ("Avengers: Endgame" is No. "I never thought it would happen, and it never would have happened if it wasn't for you."
abc13.comComic-Con 2019: Marvel president announces 2-time Academy Award-winner Mahershala Ali is 'Blade'
"Portman, who played Jane in the first two Thor films, will be remerging as the female Thor. Wesley Snipes played the character in the 1998 film.Ali came out on stage and put on a "Blade" baseball cap as the crowd went wild. No other details were revealed about the project.Marvel's impact on Hollywood over the past 11 years is hard to understate. This year alone, three of the top five movies are Marvel properties ("Avengers: Endgame" is No. "I never thought it would happen, and it never would have happened if it wasn't for you."
abc13.comSimu Liu, Marvel's latest leading man, will soon be a 'household name'
Simu Liu of Marvel Studios' 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' at the San Diego Comic-Con International 2019 Marvel Studios Panel in Hall H on July 20, in San Diego, California. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Disney)(CNN) - Say hello to Simu Liu. "He'll be a household name soon enough," Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige told CNN after an announcement-packed panel. "All I've ever wanted to do when I was growing was make [my parents] proud," Liu said on stage at Comic-Con. "Our films play around the world and we want the films to reflect that world," he said.
'Avengers: Endgame' has passed 'Avatar' as biggest film ever
The global box office has a new king in "Avengers: Endgame." The superhero extravaganza this weekend usurped "Avatar" to become the highest-grossing film of all time, with an estimated $2.79 billion in worldwide grosses in just 13 weeks. "Avatar" held onto the record for a decade at $2.789 billion. The title comes with a few caveats, however, including the fact that "Avatar's" grosses are not adjusted for inflation. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige gave a shout-out to "Avatar" director James Cameron Saturday night at San Diego Comic-Con for holding the record for so long.
chicagotribune.com'The Lion King' rules and 'Endgame' scores all-time record
"We really did know we had something special with ("The Lion King") given its popularity with fans of all ages." Industry experts had pegged "The Lion King" for a $150 million opening, which turned out to be far too modest a projection. And, having opened in China a week early, "The Lion King" has amassed over $531 million in just 10 days. And then there is "Avengers: Endgame," which didn't make the top 10, but that hardly matters. "The Lion King," $185 million ($269.4 million international).
chicagotribune.com'Avengers: Endgame' to be the highest-grossing film of all time
"Avengers: Endgame" is poised to outpace "Avatar" to become the highest-grossing film of all time in a matter of days, Kevin Feige, the head of Marvel Studios announced Saturday to a crowd of thousands in Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con. As of Friday, "Endgame" had reached $2.7892 billion, just $500,000 behind "Avatar's" record of $2.7897 billion. "A huge congratulations to the Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Studios teams, and thank you to the fans around the world who lifted 'Avengers: Endgame' to these historic heights," Alan Horn, co-chairman and chief creative officer of The Walt Disney Studios, said in a statement Saturday. In its opening weekend, the film hauled in more than $1.2 billion at the global box office, becoming the first film to ever cross the billion-dollar mark in its opening weekend. In its opening day in North America, "Endgame" took in $156.7 million, including $60 million from Thursday night previews.
cnbc.comComic-Con 2019: ET Is Live Blogging the Marvel Panel
Last time Marvel Studios attended Comic-Con, Kevin Feige teased the introduction of the Skrulls into the MCU. Now, those shapeshifting green aliens are everywhere, and Marvel is returning to Hall H to tease what's coming next. Here's the official program description for the panel: "Marvel Studios president and producer Kevin Feige and surprise panelists provide an inside look at the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe." Will we get a full Phase 4 slate, or updates on sequels for Black Panther and Captain Marvel? when ET will be providing live updates straight out of Hall H throughout the entirety of Marvel Studio's sure-to-be-surprise-filled presentation.
Comic-Con 2019 Schedule: All the Movie and TV Panels
It's almost time for San Diego Comic-Con, and ET has you covered with the full schedule of movie and TV panels and special events throughout the star-studded weekend! This year's Comic-Con will feature farewell television panels from long-running shows like Supernatural and Arrow, welcome back cult favorites like Veronica Mars and celebrate trending favorites like Riverdale, Game of Thrones and more! MCU head honcho Kevin Feige played coy when CinemaBlend asked if the powerhouse studio would have a presence at Comic-Con this year. "We usually only go to Hall H when we have a lot of stuff to talk about and reveal," he teased. Check back here as the schedule updates for more on all the biggest panels, presentations and events!