Superhero Movies - SlashFilm

David Howard Thornton's Art the Clown gives a sinister smile as he rides his bike in Terrifier 2

Terrifier Star David Howard Thornton Returns As The Joker In Brutal Fan Film

By Joe Roberts 12 months ago

Want to see Terrifier star David Howard Thornton put a darker spin on the Joker? This grisly fan film, titled 'Joker's Wild,' is the next best thing.

Stanley Tucci as Dr. Erskine, a friend of Captain America, in close-up

Why Stanley Tucci Found His Marvel Role Both Insulting And Flattering

By Witney Seibold 12 months ago

When Stanley Tucci was cast as Dr. Abraham Erskine in Marvel Studios' Captain America: The First Avenger, he was both flattered and a little insulted.

The Brutalist László Tóth and Attila hugging at the bus

The Batman Villain Adrien Brody Called A 'Dream Role'

By Devin Meenan 12 months ago

Fans have been fantasy casting Adrien Brody as a Batman villain for over a decade, and it's one the Oscar-winner also wishes he could play.

Iron Man talks to Doctor Strange in Avengers: Infinity War

Benedict Cumberbatch & Robert Downey Jr. Shut Down A Goofy Meta Joke On Marvel Sets

By Witney Seibold 12 months ago

Doctor Strange and Iron Man have very similar backgrounds, as do their Marvel Cinematic Universe players, Benedict Cumberbatch and Robert Downey Jr.

Captain America, in his stage costume, smiling with a bunch of women behind him in Captain America: The First Avenger

The Correct Order To Watch The Captain America Movies

By Witney Seibold 12 months ago

Grab your shield and/or American flag and read all about the Captain America movies in order!

Hugh Jackman as Wolverine looking frustrated in Deadpool & Wolverine

A Forgotten Star Trek & X-Men Crossover Proved Spock Could Beat Up Wolverine

By Pauli Poisuo 12 months ago

The Star Trek and X-Men franchises once crossed over in a Marvel Comics storyline that saw Wolverine face off against Spock in one-on-one combat.

Dwayne Johnson's Maui holding his fish hook in a heroic pose in Moana 2

Disney's 2024 Movie Slate Accomplished A Box Office Feat Not Seen Since 2019

By Ryan Scott 12 months ago

Disney was once again the king of the box office in 2024, giving the greater theatrical industry a boost it sorely needed in the ongoing pandemic era.

Captain America with his shield on his back standing in a plane in the Captain America: The Winter Soldier poster

One Of Captain America's Best Villains Was A Former US President

By Devin Meenan 12 months ago

Steve Englehart's Secret Empire established the template for most modern Captain America comic book stories by pitting Cap against a former U.S. president.

Captain America: White cover Cap posing in front of American flag art by Tim Sale

Every Time Captain America Has Run For President In Marvel Comics

By Devin Meenan 12 months ago

Captain America isn't exactly known for his political ambitions, but he's still been elected president several times in Marvel's history.

Flash, Wonder Woman, Batman, Superman/Ultraman split down the middle, Owlman, Superwoman, and Johnny Quick on the Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths DVD Cover

Many Superhero Movies Have Been About The Multiverse – But Only One Got It Right

By Devin Meenan 12 months ago

Several superhero movies have explored the multiverse by now, but only one film has fully wrestled with the philosophical implications of the concept.

James Gandolfini's Tony Soprano looking concerned in The Sopranos

The Marvel Director You Forgot Had A Cameo In The Sopranos

By Nick Staniforth 12 months ago

Not only did a Marvel actor/director have a cameo in The Sopranos playing himself, but a different MCU actor also played themselves on the acclaimed HBO series.

Heath Ledger as Joker holding a joker card in The Dark Knight

The Chilling Book Christopher Nolan Gave Heath Ledger To Prepare For The Joker

By Michael Boyle 12 months ago

Christopher Nolan gave Heath Ledger a book that was turned into one of Stanley Kubrick's darker films in order to inspired his performance as The Joker.

Jimmy Grimm in a junkyard with a baseball bat slung across his shoulders in Fantastic Four (2015)

The Marvel Character You Probably Forgot Chet Hanks Played

By Witney Seibold 12 months ago

Chet Hanks, the more problematic son of beloved Hollywood superstar Tom Hanks, actually showed up in a Marvel movie at one point.

Kurt Russell Once Revealed His 3 Most Underrated Movies

By Nick Staniforth January 18th, 2025

In a 2015 interview, Kurt Russell revealed the three films of his that he thought were underrated and worth seeking out.

Gordon Reynolds as Nicepool breaking the fourth wall in Deadpool & Wolverine

Deadpool & Wolverine's Nicepool Credit Explained: Who Is Gordon Reynolds?

By Ethan Anderton January 17th, 2025

Deadpool & Wolverine gave Gordon Reynolds his big screen debut as Nicepool. But wait, who is Gordon, and how is he related to Ryan Reynolds?

Hobgoblin Vs Green Goblin: Who Is The Strongest Marvel Villain?

By Devin Meenan January 16th, 2025

Spider-Man has a spectacular Rogues' Gallery, but when it comes down to Hobgoblin vs Green Goblin, one masked villain clearly reigns supreme.

David Dunn standing in a hospital in Unbreakable, looking at the camera

The Bruce Willis Performance That Blew Quentin Tarantino Away

By Jeremy Smith January 14th, 2025

Years after Bruce Willis worked with Quentin Tarantino on Pulp Fiction, the actor mightily impressed the writer/director with a much different performance.

Superman in pain from Kryptonite energy exposure

Why Does Kryptonite Make Superman Weak?

By Devin Meenan January 14th, 2025

Even if you don't like superheros, everyone knows that kryptonite weakens Superman. We're breaking down the powerful substance in all its forms (and colors).

Kraven punching someone in Kraven the Hunter

How To Watch Kraven The Hunter At Home

By Witney Seibold January 13th, 2025

The last(?) entry in Sony's Spider-Man Universe, Kraven the Hunter, is coming to digital this week, with a physical release to follow later this year.

Kraven wearing a leather vest in Kraven the Hunter

Kraven The Hunter Concept Art Reveals A Scrapped Venom Crossover

By Rafael Motamayor January 13th, 2025

Wait a second, Venom could have showed up in Kraven the Hunter? This concept art showcases how the symbiote was going to appear in the film.

Barry Allen running at speed of light in The Flash

Why The Flash Failed At The Box Office, According To Its Director

By Devin Meenan January 12th, 2025

The Flash director Andy Muschietti has weighed in on its biggest box office roadblocks, from a PR crisis to a lack of interest in the superhero.

Thanos and Doctor Doom from Marvel Comics

Doctor Doom Vs Thanos: Who Is The Strongest Marvel Villain?

By Devin Meenan January 12th, 2025

The Marvel Comics versions of Thanos and Doctor Doom are both great villains, but which is the better character? Let's take a closer look.

Christian Bale's Bruce Wayne consults with Morgan Freeman's Lucius Fox in a lab in Batman Begins

How A Shameless Studio Note Helped Shape Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy

By Ben Pearson January 12th, 2025

Christopher Nolan took a transparent studio note and seamlessly incorporated it into his overarching approach to Batman Begins and The Dark Knight trilogy.

Wonder Woman by George Perez Volume 2 cover showing Diana flying high along with doves

Can Wonder Woman Fly? Her DC Comics Powers, Explained

By Devin Meenan January 12th, 2025

Can Wonder Woman fly? Well, it depends on what era of the character you're talking about. Here's our history of Diana's ability to fly in comics and on screen.