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The Lion leading his army in a raid on Crete in Marvel's Eyes of Wakanda

Marvel's Eyes Of Wakanda Is Great, But It Creates A Big Problem For Vibranium

By Rick Stevenson 2 months ago

Marvel's new animated series Eyes of Wakanda digs deep into the past of Black Panther's homeland, and it raises a lot of questions about vibranium.

Spider-Man looking alarmed in Spider-Man: No Way Home

Every Marvel And DC Superhero Comic Book Movie Hitting Theaters In 2026

By Kieran Fisher 3 months ago

Both Marvel Studios and DC Studios have an eclectic mix of comic book movies arriving in 2026 (varying from big superhero crossover events to horror flicks).

Superman smiling at Lois Lane in Superman (2025)

5 Actors Who Almost Played Superman Before David Corenswet

By Kieran Fisher 3 months ago

Before his celebrated turn in James Gunn's Superman, David Corenswet had to compete against several others for the titular role (including one of his co-stars).

Ultimates #14 cover showing Wanda Maximoff/The Scarlet Witch

Marvel Just Rewrote The Origin Stories Of Three Classic Comic Book Characters

By Devin Meenan 3 months ago

The world of Marvel Comics has no problem re-writing origin stories, which is precisely what happened in Ultimate Spider-Man #19 and Ultimates #14.

Hugh Jackman as Wolverine crouching and baring his claws in a forest in Deadpool & Wolverine

Marvel Has One Specific Plan To Make Its X-Men Reboot A Box Office Success

By Jeremy Mathai 3 months ago

Marvel Studios is moving full speed ahead with its X-Men movie reboot, and it's using an old playbook for the Marvel Cinematic Universe to ensure its success.

Vince Vaughn as Frank Semyon in True Detective, Kristen Wiig as Cheetah in Wonder Woman 1984, and Chris Rock as Detective Zeke Banks in Spiral: From the Book of Saw

12 Comedic Actors With A Dramatic Role That Didn't Turn Out Very Well

By Jeff Ames 3 months ago

Several actors best known for comedies have successfully played dramatic roles. But these 12 actors didn't quite cut it in their more serious turns.

A collage of the Toxic Avenger (Peter Dinklage) in The Toxic Avenger (2023) surrounded by the Toxic Avenger (Mark Anderson) in The Toxic Avenger: The Musical, the Toxic Avenger (Mitch Cohen) in The Toxic Avenger (1984), the Toxic Avenger from Marvel Comics' Toxic Avenger comic book series, and the Toxic Avenger (Rodger Bumpass) in Toxic Crusaders

The Toxic Avenger's History Explained: From Toxic Waste To Cult Legend

By Samuel Stone 3 months ago

The Toxic Avenger has a long history that began in 1984, including an animated series and stage musical, and beyond. Here's the dirt on Toxie.

The Fantastic Four flying in the Fantasticar on a poster for The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Avengers: Doomsday Could Wipe Out Three Of Fantastic Four's Best Characters

By Nick Staniforth 3 months ago

The Fantastic Four will join forces with other MCU characters in Avengers: Doomsday, but some of the best characters in First Steps will be left behind.

Marcie smiling in Sin City: A Dame to Kill For

Before Fantastic Four, Marvel's Silver Surfer Actress Was In A Much Different Comic Book Movie

By Witney Seibold 3 months ago

Before she became the Silver Surfer in Marvel's new Fantastic Four movie, Julia Garner appeared in a different comic book film.

The Thing and H.E.R.B.I.E. making dinner in the kitchen in The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Fantastic Four: First Steps Features Four Cameos Only Hardcore Marvel Fans Noticed

By Witney Seibold 3 months ago

Fantastic Four: First Steps cleverly paid homage to the true cinematic first steps of Marvel's first family. Here's what to look for to find them.

Lex Luthor standing in the Fortress of Solitude in Superman (2025)

Superman Director James Gunn Revealed The Backstory Of Mr. Handsome (And It's Wild)

By Rusteen Honardoost 3 months ago

Out of all the minor players in James Gunn's Superman (from the smug Guy Gardener to the soulful Metamorpho), none have a backstory as bizarre as Mr. Handsome.

Reed and Sue on either side of their baby in bed in The Fantastic Four: First Steps

The Fantastic Four: First Steps Completely Changed After One Franklin Richards Decision

By Witney Seibold 3 months ago

Even Marvels' The Fantastic Four: First Steps understands that once a baby is involved, decisions must be made solely on what's best for the baby.

Super-Skrull, the Maker, Galactus, Annihilus, and Doctor Doom lined up

The Fantastic Four's 12 Best Villains, Ranked

By Mike Bedard 3 months ago

The Fantastic Four boast a pretty underrated rogues gallery. Here are the 12 greatest foes that have given the super family trouble over the years.

The Fantastic Four walking down a city street together in Rise of the Silver Surfer

Twin Peaks And The 2000s Fantastic Four Movies Have A Surprising Connection

By Rick Stevenson 3 months ago

Tim Story's Fantastic Four movies from the 2000s are about as far removed from Twin Peaks as it gets, yet they share a crucial creative behind the scenes.

A collage of comic book images with Professor X surrounded by Knull, Doctor Strange, Scarlet Witch, and Silver Surfer

12 Marvel Characters Who Would Absolutely Destroy Superman

By Samuel Stone 3 months ago

What would happen if Superman took a little trip to the Marvel universe? Well, here are 12 Marvel characters who would absolutely ragdoll him.

The Thing petting a dog in The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Fantastic Four: First Steps Reinvents One Key Element Of The Thing (For The Better)

By Nick Staniforth 3 months ago

The Fantastic Four: First Steps wisely jumps forward in time to avoid having The Thing grapple with his rocky condition.

Reed Richards stood in front of an explosion

Fantastic Four: First Steps Makes It Official: Reed Richards Has The Worst Superpower In The MCU

By Nick Staniforth 3 months ago

Does Reed Richards have the worst superpowers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe? The Fantastic Four: First Steps makes the case.

Henry Cavill as Superman looks upset in closeup in Man of Steel

James Gunn Agrees With Zack Snyder's Most Controversial Superman Scene

By Joe Roberts 3 months ago

James Gunn's Superman is a far cry from Zack Snyder's take, yet the former doesn't seem to disagree with the most controversial moment in Snyder's Man of Steel.

David Corenswet's Superman looks up in Superman

James Gunn's Darkest Deleted Superman Scene Would Have Gone Too Far

By Joe Roberts 3 months ago

James Gunn's Superman featured a deleted scene that made its darkest moment much darker – so much so, Gunn didn't even include it in test screenings.

Doctor Doom shooting lightning from his fingers

Fantastic Four: First Steps Suggests The MCU Will Get One Thing Very Right About Doctor Doom

By Pauli Poisuo 3 months ago

Doctor Doom is a complicated character in the Marvel Comics, but Fantastic Four: First Steps implies the MCU is on the right track.

Julia Garner's Silver Surfer stands on her silver surfboard in Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four: First Steps.

How The Fantastic Four: First Steps' Silver Surfer Improves On The 2007 Version

By Andrew Gladman 3 months ago

Julia Garner's Silver Surfer gels a lot better with the Fantastic Four in First Steps than the version who appeared in Rise of the Silver Surfer. Here's why.

David Corenswet as Superman being helped up from the rubble in Superman (2025)

Superman Is Already The Biggest Comic Book Movie Of 2025 At The Box Office

By Ryan Scott 3 months ago

As superhero movies struggled at the box office earlier in 2025, Superman is now this year's highest-grossing entry in the genre (and its run is far from over).

The Fantastic Four pose on their super car in The Fantastic Four: First Steps

The Best Fantastic Four Movie Wasn't Even Made By Marvel

By Rafael Motamayor 3 months ago

Even factoring in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the very best Fantastic Four film remains a film that wasn't even made by Marvel.

Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards wearing a spacesuit in The Fantastic Four: First Steps

5 Reasons Why Marvel's Fantastic Four: First Steps Dominated The Box Office

By Ryan Scott 3 months ago

Marvel Studios just scored its biggest box office opening of 2025 with The Fantastic Four: First Steps, so let's take a closer look at what went right here.

Superman stands in the front entrance of the Fortress of Solitude in Superman

James Gunn Confirmed That Two Characters From Superman's Hall Of Justice Mural Will Return - But Where?

By Rafael Motamayor 3 months ago

The Hall of Justice mural in Superman isn't just an Easter egg. James Gunn has confirmed that at least two of the featured superheroes will be seen soon.

The Fantastic Four and Superman soar through the airs

Marvel's Fantastic Four And James Gunn's Superman Have More In Common Than You'd Think

By Rafael Motamayor 3 months ago

Fantastic Four: First Steps and Superman share some surprising similarities that allow both to stand out from the more mediocre superhero movies of late.

Julia Garner as the Silver Surfer in the heart of Galactus' ship in The Fantastic Four: First Steps

What Is The Power Cosmic In The Fantastic Four: First Steps?

By Andrew Gladman 3 months ago

The Power Cosmic not only plays a pivotal role in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, but it could also factor heavily into the Marvel Cinematic Universe's future.