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Gizmodo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Bat-Mite Is No Longer Canon in James Gunn's DCU
Thunderbolts director Jake Schreier talks X-Men, Eddie Murphy provides an update on Shrek 5, and Alien: Earth introduces a 'ruthless' cyborg. Your bongo to Theed is now arriving; it's Morning Spoilers! In conversation with Screen Rant, Eddie Murphy confirmed he's 'still in the booth' recording lines for Shrek 5 before beginning work on a Donkey spinoff movie this September. We're still in the booth, and literally, we're still doing Shrek. We start in September on Donkey, we're doing a Donkey one, and that'll be three years from now, but we're about two years into Shrek 5. Still in the booth and about to start Donkey in September. Donkey's going to be like how Puss in Boots had his own movie, Donkey's going to have his own movie, own little story with his dragon wife and his kids that are half-dragon and half-donkeys. They've written this funny story. We're doing that, starting that in September. During a recent interview with The Playlist, X-Men director Jake Schreier stated he finds the material 'inherently interesting and complex.' I mean, yeah, without going into too much—really almost any detail. What I can say is, it's just inherently interesting and complex material. The core idea of what X-Men is involves complexity. It's an incredible opportunity with super interesting characters and [much] internal conflict. These characters are wrestling with their identity and place in the world—that's inherently interesting and complex material. Photos from the future set of Spider-Man: Brand New Day reveal Glasgow's Bothwell Street will double as Lexington Avenue in the upcoming sequel. View this post on InstagramThe curse of an Aztec death whistle terrorizes a high school in the trailer for Whistle, starring Dafne Keen, Sophie Nélisse, Sky Yang, Jhaleil Swaby, Ali Skovbye, Percy Hynes White, Michelle Fairley, and Nick Frost. A child's drawing comes to life in the final trailer for Sketch, starring Tony Hale and D'Arcy Carden. A teaser trailer for the demonic-possession movie, Traumatika, claims any footage from the film is too intense to show. We also have a trailer for Lineage, the fifth and allegedly final film in the Hell House LLC series. During a recent press event attended by Comic Book, Alien: Earth actor Babou Ceesay revealed his character is a 'ruthless' cyborg. I don't even want to give away his backstory… but he's a cyborg, let's just say that. When I say cyborg, what do you think? This is interesting. People have been saying odd things to me when I tell them I'm a cyborg. So some people think that he's all machine when they say 'cyborg,' but that's not it. He's human and flawed in a human way. Whereas you've got people who are synths, who are, I guess, AI brains with synthetic bodies and then you've got the hybrids that are both. So he's a cyborg. The best way I can describe him, he's like an iPhone 1 in a world of iPhone 20s. But what he does have is an unbelievable clarity in terms of what he wants to do and a determination. He's ruthless for that reason. Finally, during a recent episode of Peacemaker: The Official Podcast (via Comic Book), James Gunn stated every character name dropped in the first season of Peacemaker is likely still canon in the new DCU, barring Bat-Mite. I will say that everything in the [first season episode Best Friends For Never] is canon except for maybe Bat-Mite. He's one of my favorite characters, but I can't say for sure that Bat-Mite is real. He's a wonderful character from the comics. He's an Imp from the Fifth Dimension who looks creepy and dresses in a little Batman costume. Except the ears are bent, because it's a really ill-fitting Batman costume. He's got skinny little legs [and] a fat little body, and he worships Batman. And so he tries to create these extraordinary circumstances for Batman to prove he's a hero, and it's these nightmarish scenarios. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
Gizmodo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Eddie Murphy Gives an Update on His ‘Shrek' Spin-Off
While promoting his upcoming movie The Pickup, Eddie Murphy talked to Screen Rant about his Donkey standalone movie from the Shrek universe, as well as where things are with the fifth movie in the Shrek franchise. Regarding Shrek 5, Murphy said that he and his co-stars, including Mike Myers (Shrek), Cameron Diaz (Princess Fiona), and newcomer Zendaya (as Shrek's daughter), are still recording dialogue. 'We're still in the booth, and literally, we're still doing Shrek,' he said and added that soon after he'll be shifting his focus to his spin-off. 'We start in September on Donkey, we're doing a Donkey one, and that'll be three years from now, but we're about two years into Shrek 5. Still in the booth and about to start Donkey in September.' When asked if it was going to be a television show, the actor responded, 'No, Donkey's going to be like how Puss in Boots had his own movie.' He continued. 'Donkey's going to have his own movie, [his] own little story with his dragon wife and his kids that are half-dragon and half-donkeys. They've written this funny story. We're doing that, starting that in September.' We're excited to see how the upcoming movie will explore the 'Dronkey' family dynamics with Donkey's likely grown brood of winged compact horse children. And if there's potential to learn more about Donkey's dragon wife, we're ready for it. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Eddie Murphy who voiced Donkey in Shrek is finally getting his own spin-off film; everything to know
Donkey is finally getting his time in the spotlight, sans ogre. Eddie Murphy just revealed that everyone's favourite foot-in-mouth sidekick from Shrek is getting his own movie. In an interview with ScreenRant while promoting his film The Pickup, Murphy said, 'We're still doing about two years into Shrek 5,' adding that he begins recording for the Donkey spinoff this September. The standalone film will be released three years from now. Eddie Murphy who voiced Donkey in Shrek Following in the footsteps (paws?) of the successful Puss in Boots (2011) spinoffs, this Donkey-centric film promises a whole new adventure, this time focusing on his 'dragon wife' and their six adorable 'Dronkey' kids. 'Donkey's going to have his own movie, own little story with his dragon wife and his kids that are half-dragon and half-donkeys,' Murphy shared, adding that the team has come up with a 'funny story.' The film will delve deeper into Donkey's chaotic domestic life, building on his relationship with Dragon Elizabeth the Dragoness — first seen in Shrek as a fire-breathing villain turned unexpected lover. Fans have long speculated about the future of the Dronkeys, and this might be our first real glimpse into their wild family dynamic. Expect fire-breathing tantrums, donkey jokes, and a whole lot of heart. Meanwhile, Shrek 5 is also underway and set to release on December 23, 2026. OG cast members Mike Myers and Cameron Diaz are back as Shrek and Fiona, and joining them is Zendaya, who will voice their teenage daughter Felicia. Between a royal teen ogre and a half-dragon family, the swamp is about to get very, very busy.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Eddie Murphy Confirms Donkey Spin-Off, Reveals Production Window
As fans eagerly wait for to hit theaters, Eddie Murphy has confirmed that a Donkey spin-off movie is also in the pipeline. The renowned actor and comedian revealed in a recent interview that he will begin work on a Donkey-centered project later this year, also providing insight into its potential premiere schedule in the process. Donkey spin-off movie confirmed after Shrek 5, could release in 2027 During a conversation with ScreenRant's Liam Crowley, Eddie Murphy confirmed that the Shrek film franchise will continue to expand after Shrek 5, with a Donkey spin-off movie set to commence production in the latter half of 2025. While noting that the Shrek 5 cast is 'still doing voiceover stuff' for the upcoming film, the Beverly Hills Cop star stated, 'We start in September on Donkey, we're doing a Donkey one, and that'll be three years from now, but we're about two years into Shrek 5.' As Murphy mentioned that production on the Donkey spin-off will start in September this year, the movie could have a release date window in 2027 or 2028. So far, the Shrek franchise has spawned four movies, with a fifth set to come out next year, along with two spin-off films. Notably, both spin-off projects have revolved around the character Puss in Boots, with Antonio Banderas returning to voice the character in both movies. Shedding more light on what fans can expect from the forthcoming Donkey spin-off, Murphy noted, 'Donkey's going to be like how Puss in Boots had his own movie, Donkey's going to have his own movie, own little story with his dragon wife and his kids that are half-dragon and half-donkeys. They've written this funny story.' However, despite Murphy's comments, the untitled Donkey spin-off has yet to receive an official release date from DreamWorks. Production is moving swiftly with the upcoming Shrek 5, which is on track to open in theaters on December 23, 2026. Originally reported by Apoorv Rastogi on SuperHeroHype. The post Eddie Murphy Confirms Donkey Spin-Off, Reveals Production Window appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More. Solve the daily Crossword
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Eddie Murphy's ‘Donkey' character gets its own spinoff movie, the actor confirms: ‘It is going to be like how Puss in Boots had his own movie'
Actor-comedian has confirmed that a movie based on the character Donkey, whom he voices, is currently in production. This means Murphy will finally headline his own Shrek spin-off film. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He will also reprise his role as Donkey in Shrek 5, the next installment in the beloved franchise. The Shrek franchise began in 2001 and has chronicled the adventures of the eponymous ogre, his wife Fiona, and his friends — including Puss in Boots, the Gingerbread Man, and Pinocchio, among others. In addition to the mainline Shrek films, the franchise also features Puss in Boots spin-offs. Murphy, who has voiced Donkey in every Shrek film since the original, expressed genuine excitement about this next chapter. 'Donkey's [film] is going to be like how Puss in Boots had his own movie; Donkey's going to have his own movie, his own little story with his dragon wife and his kids that are half-dragon and half-donkeys,' Murphy shared in an interview with ScreenRant. 'They've written this funny story. We're doing that, starting that in September. ' The Donkey movie will delve deeper into his chaotic and humorous family life, giving audiences a chance to explore new dimensions of the fan-favorite character. With a spotlight on Donkey's unique charm and backstory, DreamWorks is aiming to strike the same emotional and comedic balance that made Puss in Boots: The Last Wish a critical and commercial success. Mike Myers will return as Shrek, Cameron Diaz as Fiona, and Eddie Murphy as Donkey in the upcoming Shrek 5, directed by Walt Dohrn and Conrad Vernon. Zendaya will join the cast as the voice of Felicia, the daughter of Shrek and Fiona. Shrek 5 is scheduled for theatrical release on December 23, 2026.
