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Why has there never been a good Fantastic Four film?

The Fantastic Four were Marvel’s first great success and foundational to what would one day become a cinematic universe. Why has its magic never translated to the big screen?

11/02/2025

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Is the MCU doomed? Robert Downey Jr.’s return to Marvel – Yay or Nay?

This weekend has been a memorable one for Marvel Studios. Not only has 'Deadpool & Wolverine' broken records at the box office, but the MCU is getting Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr. back on the roster... but this time as a villain. Good news, or a sign of desperation?

29/07/2024

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Which records has ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ already smashed?

'Deadpool & Wolverine' has taken a spot in the top 10 openings of all time and taken the Marvel franchise to a new record, hitting the $30 billion global gross mark.

29/07/2024

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Film of the Week: 'Deadpool & Wolverine' - Will it save the MCU?

It’s the team-up that Marvel nerds the world over have been dying for. But can the Merc With A Mouth and Logan save the MCU from itself, thereby crowning Deadpool “Marvel Jesus”? NB: SPOILER-FREE REVIEW – but does contain language some people may find offensive.

26/07/2024

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Harrison Ford’s 'Temple Of Doom' fedora goes up for auction next month

Among the 1,900 props up for grabs in Los Angeles next month are a Star Wars biker scout helmet, Captain America's shield, and Forest Gump's box of chocolates.

19/07/2024

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Upcoming Marvel film already facing backlash over Israeli character

Why are some Marvel fans already boycotting next year's Captain America movie?

15/07/2024

Health news

World's oldest conjoined twins, Lori and George Schappell, die aged 62

The twins, who died aged 62, pursued separate careers, interests, and relationships during lives that defied medical expectations.

15/04/2024

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Everything you need to know about the Tom Holland 'Romeo & Juliet'

Tom Holland is about to star in a West End production of 'Romeo & Juliet'. Here's everything you need to know.

01/04/2024

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Will the new Fantastic Four break the franchise's troubled history?

With a nod to the 1960s in the announcement, Marvel aims to revive the beloved comic series, despite its rocky history on the big screen.

15/02/2024

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Disney CEO Bob Iger to quit in 2026 - again

Iger announced his design to resign for a second time, amid a conversation about Marvel's box office woes.

30/11/2023

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Meh-vel: ‘The Marvels’ bombs - What now for the MCU?

Disney's most reliable brand, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), has seen better days. 2023 has been one of its worst years, and something’s gotta give, espcially after 'The Marvels’, which shows that a turning point has well and truly been reached.

13/11/2023

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Fans aim to break record for biggest Spider-Man gathering in Argentina

In a spectacular display of Spidey spirit, more than a thousand Argentines swung into action at the iconic Obelisk monument in Buenos Aires with the goal of snatching the world record for the most Spider-People gathered at one event.

30/10/2023

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What’s behind all the box office flops this year?

What lessons are there to be learned from a disastrous summer blockbuster season?

23/08/2023

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Marvel causes uproar by using AI for new show's opening credits

'Secret Invasion' Marvel's latest show for Disney+ is facing a backlash from people invested in the arts for using AI-generated opening credits.

22/06/2023

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Marvel actor Tenoch Huerta denies accusations of sexual assault

The Marvel actor described the public allegations by musician and activist María Elena Ríos ‘false and unsubstantiated.’

13/06/2023

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Culture Re-View: A look back at this day in history

2 May 2008: The MCU assembles

02/05/2023

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Rare footage shows aftermath of Jeremy Renner's snow plow accident

Bodycam footage released by US police shows the aftermath of actor Jeremy Renner's snow plow accident in January.

19/04/2023

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Marvel star Jonathan Majors dropped by management: Will Marvel recast?

Marvel star Jonathan Majors has been dropped by his long-time management company Entertainment 360. The firm reportedly opted to sever ties with Majors due to his arrest in New York City following a domestic dispute in March.

18/04/2023

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How do you make your movie marketing better? Just add the Beastie Boys

Even if you're suffering from superhero fatigue, there's always one tried and tested rule: a Beastie Boys song makes everything more exciting. We explore this marketing cheat code...

18/04/2023

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US Army quickly refashion ads after Jonathan Majors' arrest

The US Army is mobilizing to quickly update its recruiting ads, after being forced to yank commercials that featured actor Jonathan Majors, in the wake of his arrest last Saturday on various assault charges.

30/03/2023