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Gizmodo
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Tim Miller Dishes On the ‘X-Men' Horror Movie He Almost Made
Slowly, but surely, Marvel's making moves to bring the X-Men to the big screen again in the next few years. As everyone waits to find out what all that entails (and who it'll involve), filmmaker Tim Miller looked back on the one he nearly did once upon a time. During a recent interview with the Hollywood Reporter, the Deadpool director talked about Marvel's mutant corner as the company's 'secret weapon. […] The X-Men are my favorite characters, and I wrote to Kevin Feige like, 'If there was anything you'd ever let me do in the Marvel universe, the X-Men would be it.'' In fact, he had an X-film in development at one point, which would've been based on Chris Claremont and John Byrne's Uncanny X-Men #143. In that, the team departs the mansion for the holidays, leaving Kitty Pryde on her own. While left to her own devices, an N'Garai—demons the team previously fought over the years—invades the mansion, and she's got to hold her own against it. Miller described the film as 'Home Alone meets Alien,' and it seems this was the Kitty solo movie Fox announced back in 2018 that he would've directed from a script by comics scribe Brian Michael Bendis. (At the time, Kitty was part of the Guardians of the Galaxy as Star-Lord during Bendis and Valerio Schiti's 2015-2017 run). Unfortunately, this was in development at Fox around the time of its merger with Disney, so it was one of many ideas—along with publicized solo films for Gambit and Multiple Man, plus a hopeful Fantastic Four crossover—which never came to cinematic fruition. X-Men movies were typically action affairs, but Fox let the characters dip into horror with New Mutants. It was the last franchise movie of the Fox era, but once they've properly settled into the MCU, maybe they can be taken for a scary spin again. Either way, Miller seems to be happy with how everything's settled: he called himself 'the luckiest nerd on the planet' for bringing a proper Deadpool to the silver screen, and feels things have gone up from there. 'I didn't expect to have my own studio, or to do Terminator: Dark Fate,' he told THR. 'Being able to do Love Death + Robots is probably my achievement I'm most of. I'm old, but I'm not done yet.'
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Marvel Studios Surprisingly Cancels Hall H San Diego Comic Con Appearance
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors San Diego Comic Con (SDCC) has become the prime place for any nerdy property to announce new projects and give exciting updates. More Entertainment: Chris Hemsworth Video Has Fans Thinking He's Leaving MCU This is definitely the case with Marvel Studios, which has had countless reveals during its iconic Hall H panels. This includes last year when it was revealed that Robert Downey Jr. would take on the role of Victor Von Doom, AKA Doctor Doom. Needless to say, fans were excited to see what exactly Marvel Studios would reveal during this year's panel. Unfortunately, it looks like fans will have to keep waiting. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 25: Kevin Feige, President, Marvel Studios speaks onstage during Marvel Studios: The Ultimate Deadpool & Wolverine Celebration of Life in Hall H at SDCC in San Diego, California on July... SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 25: Kevin Feige, President, Marvel Studios speaks onstage during Marvel Studios: The Ultimate Deadpool & Wolverine Celebration of Life in Hall H at SDCC in San Diego, California on July 25, 2024. Morefor Disney According to a report from Aaron Couch and Borys Kit of The Hollywood Reporter, Marvel Studios will "break with tradition and not have its infamous, senses-shattering Saturday evening Hall H panel." Marvel Studios will not have a major Hall H panel at SDCC this year. (Source: — DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) May 30, 2025 This is largely because the next major film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, 'Fantastic Four: First Steps,' is set to open that weekend. Additionally, 'Avengers: Doomsday' has been pushed to December 2026, meaning that the cast is currently filming and Marvel has another SDCC before the film will be released in theaters. That being said, this doesn't mean that Marvel will be completely absent from SDCC. According to The Hollywood Reporter, they will still have "numerous panels about comics, games and more" as well as a "fully redesigned and immersive booth that leans into the release of Fantastic Four." More Entertainment: 'The Boys' Antony Starr Calls Out Fans 'Glorifying' Homelander While this may be surprising to most fans, it isn't the first time Marvel Studios has skipped its Hall H panel. Marvel Studios was focused on filming the original 'Avengers' film in 2011, they had no footage to share in 2015, and several films were wrapping production in 2018 with nothing new to show. On top of that, Marvel was missing in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and in 2023 due to the Actors and Writers strikes. Even though this isn't unprecedented, it's still surprising to see Marvel taking such a big step back. Time will tell who will move in to take the highly coveted spot. More Entertainment: 'Lilo & Stitch' Live-Action Remake Breaks Numerous Box Office Records 'King of the Hill' Revival Reveals New Opening and a Much Older Bobby Hill 'The Penguin' Showrunner Reveals More 'Batman' Spinoffs Could Be Coming 'Black Panther' Game Canceled and Studio Shockingly Shut Down by EA For more Marvel and entertainment news, head on over to Newsweek Entertainment.
Gizmodo
2 days ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
Marvel Will Skip San Diego Comic-Con's Hall H Again This Year
After a massive 2024 panel with Robert Downey Jr., Kevin Feige and the Avengers are taking the year off. Doctor Doom is already destroying things in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He's got his eyes set on the Fantastic Four, Avengers, and now with his movie, Avengers: Doomsday, having been pushed until December 2026, he's taken a big bite out of San Diego Comic-Con too. Marvel Studios won't have one of its signature Hall H panels this year. The news was first reported by the Hollywood Reporter which io9 then confirmed with a source at Marvel Studios. The reasoning is all pretty understandable. Avengers: Doomsday was supposed to come out in May 2026 but is now coming out in December 2026. That means there will be a whole other Comic-Con before its release. With the cast now filming that movie, the studio must have felt like it simply couldn't deliver on the blockbuster panels of the past. And so, it's taking the year off. This isn't the first time Marvel Studios has skipped Hall H either. In 2011, 2015, 2018, and 2023, the studio skipped because either movies were too busy with production or there simply wasn't enough concrete news to share in order to live up to the studio's standard. And make no mistake, Marvel has high standards when it comes to Hall H. Anytime there is a panel, it becomes the biggest event of the weekend, and after last year's panel that culminated in the reveal of the Russos coming back for two Avengers movies, as well as Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, that would've been a hard to follow no matter what. So that's the case here. There's just one movie in production, which was already delayed to give the filmmakers more time, so taking a week off to promote a movie 18 months away without footage certainly seems excessive. Especially when it could come back next year with footage, cast members, and maybe even news about what the future holds, too. That's not to say Marvel won't be at Comic-Con at all in 2025. Other branches of the company will have panels for comics, games, and more—and with The Fantastic Four: First Steps opening in theaters during Comic-Con, there will be a large presence on the convention floor, including an immersive booth. Marvel is also promising 'other surprises,' which could mean almost anything. Don't forget, last year, Deadpool & Wolverine opened during Comic-Con so the studio showed the movie in Hall H. Maybe that could happen again? Plus, fans looking for Marvel convention news won't have to wait long. It'll be at CCXP in Mexico this weekend with news and footage on Fantastic Four. Are you bummed Marvel won't be at Hall H this year? Do you expect to DC to fill that slot? Let us know below.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kevin Feige Says Fantastic Four In MCU Is A 'Dream Come True', Teases Galactus And More
Last Updated: Kevin Feige calls bringing Fantastic Four into the MCU a 'dream come true' and vows a comic-accurate, thrilling take on Marvel's First Family. Marvel Studios is gearing up for one of its most anticipated launches The Fantastic Four: First Steps, releasing on July 25, 2025, in India in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. For Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios, this project is more than just another chapter in the MCU, it's personal. The return of Marvel's First Family—Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm—became possible after Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox. Reflecting on the game-changing deal, Feige shared, 'When Disney bought Fox, it was really an unexpected dream come true. It came at the perfect time, to help us launch into a new era. They are Marvel's First Family, and I really wanted to do them justice." Feige, who worked on earlier Fantastic Four adaptations in the 2000s, recalled the creative limitations of that era. 'There was still a bit of fear of being silly," he admitted. But times have changed, and Feige is ready to embrace everything that makes the Fantastic Four iconic—from their retro-futuristic 1960s vibe to their legendary villains. This time, Marvel plans to give fans a comic-accurate version of Galactus, the planet-devouring cosmic force. 'In another time, some might consider the notion of somebody with a big, angular helmet walking through a city goofy," Feige said. 'I consider it awesome." The Fantastic Four: First Steps introduces a fresh cast with Pedro Pascal as Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing. They're up against a powerful threat: Galactus (played by Ralph Ineson) and his Herald, the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). As the family battles to save Earth, the stakes grow deeply personal, forcing them to rely not just on their powers, but their bond. Directed by Matt Shakman, and produced by Feige with executive producers Louis D'Esposito, Grant Curtis, and Tim Lewis, this new take on the Fantastic Four promises to balance emotional depth with blockbuster spectacle. First Published: May 31, 2025, 02:56 IST
Geek Tyrant
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS Post-Credits Scene Details Leak as Recent Test Screening — GeekTyrant
Marvel's The Fantastic Four: First Steps held a surprise test screening in Los Angeles recently and now, one of its post-credits scenes has reportedly leaked online. It's interesting that Marvel actually held an early test screening like this. Some fans believe Marvel might be worried about how this film will land—especially after Thunderbolts* didn't exactly set the box office on fire, despite receiving some of the best reviews. Others believe it's Kevin Feige trying to recalibrate the MCU and get a read on what fans actually want. But regardless of the studio's motive, one thing's certain, if you hold a test screening on a big film like this, leaks were bound to happen. What we didn't expect was this kind of leak, especially so far ahead of the film's July 25 release. According to industry scooper @MyTimeToShineH, the post-credits scene in question involves Sue Storm reading to her and Reed's son, Franklin. She briefly leaves the room, and when she returns, Doctor Doom is sitting beside Franklin, mask in hand. It's explained that his face is never shown but both the costume and mask are described as 'very comic accurate.' Placing Doom in direct proximity to Franklin? That could mean big things. In the comics, Franklin Richards isn't just any kid, he's a reality-warping powerhouse. So if Doom's already targeting him, it adds serious weight to the theory that the Fantastic Four didn't just survive the collapse of their universe, they were pushed into action because of Franklin. Doom kicking off the events that lead Marvel's First Family to Earth-616 would be a smart way to tie this origin story directly into the bigger picture, namely Avengers: Doomsday . The scooper also shared a tidbit about Chris Evans, who fans have speculated might appear in the movie as either Johnny Storm or a variant Steve Rogers: 'I know for a fact he filmed something so it was either cut or will be in the final version of the film." So it sounds like the door isn't entirely closed on a surprise Evans cameo, just maybe not in this version of the cut. And to be clear, this is only one of the post-credits scenes. Marvel has a history of making eleventh-hour changes, so even if this moment was in the screening, it might not survive the final edit. Stay tuned, and maybe keep your expectations flexible. We're in the multiverse here.
