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The project gained new momentum when Paramount acquired the distribution rights in 2022, and the author began writing the movie script. In 2023, Gina Prince-Bythewood, known for directing The Woman King, signed on as director. Thuso Mbedu, who starred in The Underground Railroad, will play the lead role, alongside a remarkable cast including Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo, Amandla Stenberg, Lashana Lynch, Damson Idris, and Regina King. Children of Blood & Bone is expected to be the first installment in a major new film series and is currently slated for release in theaters on January 15, 2027.

An Instagram post from HBO Max revealed that Charlie Weasley will appear in the series, though not immediately. The post explained he’s currently in Romania but will join the story later on, stating, “Charlie’s in Romania at the moment but will be joining us soon enough…”

Apple TV+ has announced that season 2 of Sugar will premiere on June 19th. Along with the news, they’ve released some initial photos showing Colin Farrell returning as John Sugar, this time investigating a new mystery with new characters played by Shea Whigham, Jin Ha, and Laura Donnelly. You can see a preview of the photos in the gallery below.

Failed book adaptations are getting a second look on screen, and Disney is leading the charge to find the next big hit. The new Eragon series is just the latest example of a TV reboot based on a movie that didn’t quite work, and it probably won’t be the last. Fans of the Eragon books can now point to this new series as a sign that their favorite story might finally get the adaptation they’ve always wanted.

As of January 30, 2026, Venom: Let There Be Carnage is gaining popularity on Disney+, currently ranking as the fourth most-watched film on the streaming service. This comes nearly five years after it first hit theaters.

Released in 1991, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze is the follow-up to the 1990 film. Michael Pressman directed the movie, and the turtles are voiced by Robbie Rist (Michelangelo), Adam Carl (Donatello), Brian Tochi (Leonardo), and Laurie Faso (Raphael).

Netflix’s film KPop Demon Hunters, released in June 2025, quickly became a huge hit, reaching over 500 million views worldwide by the end of the year. Its success was unexpected, which meant the studio didn’t finalize licensing agreements with Mattel and Hasbro until the fall. As a result, they missed the opportunity to sell related merchandise – like toys, games, and collectibles – during the busy Christmas season. These products are now expected to be available in stores starting in 2026.

A TikTok video from _superman_0 (shared by @AvengersUpdated on X) showcases official merchandise related to Avengers: Doomsday. What’s getting fans excited are some items that appear to show different versions of the villain, Dr. Doom. You can check out the video below.

We’re now looking at the other side of the coin – the worst, most villainous characters in sitcom history. These characters, ranging from those with questionable morals to full-on bad guys, often create the most memorable and entertaining moments on their shows.

Eternals, a 2021 film directed and co-written by Academy Award-winning director Chloé Zhao (known for films like The Rider, Nomadland, and the upcoming Hamnet), received a mixed response from both critics and fans. It held the lowest score on Rotten Tomatoes of any Marvel Cinematic Universe film until the releases of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania in 2023 and Captain America: Brave New World in 2025.