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The MCU has given fans and audiences some of their favorite and most memorable superhero characters over the past decade and a half. Ask any longtime lover of superhero movies or TV shows, and they’re bound to mention Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Hulk – the list goes on and on. But no matter how many beloved heroes the MCU brings to life, fans should never forget that behind every great hero is usually a best friend, a loved one, or somebody in between....

Fantasy is a genre that follows the unnatural laws of nature. They are rules that don’t exactly align with any known world. Special abilities and settings carry an air of strict mysticism with a malleable membrane of unexpected changes. The belief in the unexpected is the fulcrum of fantasy. Expectations and curiosity are entwined in a puzzling dance, raising awareness of fears and joys. Medieval pageantry, foreign lands, kingdoms, mythological creatures, dark forces, forbidden relationships, sabotage, and warfare, all the pieces of lore that make fantasy a reality....

When it comes to naming good DC superhero movies, Batman and Superman are the two names people often think about. However, one movie that is often swept under the rug is none other than Shazam! Shazam! follows the tale of Billy, a young boy who is constantly running away from foster houses in search of his real mother. However, his life takes an interesting turn when he gets superhero abilities from a wizard in order to stop the Seven Deadly Sins, who have been set free by Doctor Sivana....

McG’s Wonderland shingle and Warner Bros. TV are developing a new series, Ghostfacers, which is a spinoff of Supernatural destined for the Internet, rather than TV. According to Variety, Ghostfacers will premiere on TheWB.com – the interactive/video-on-demand website that emerged from the ashes of the WB television network. The series will also appear on the CW’s website. Wonderland has already begun production on the project, which will initially run as 10 three-minute episodes....

Rife with symbolism that speak to society today, The Hunger Games is a devastating story that follows children from 12 to 18 being forced into an arena, fighting to the death, in twisted spectacle of sorts. It is a terrifying prospect. The movie franchise’s source materials, Suzanne Collins’ YA novel series, highlight that Katniss and Peeta are about 16 in the first games. As a reader, the audience can imagine the characters in whatever way they see fit, projecting a 16-year-old in their mind’s eye....

The artwork from The Mandalorian end-credits has surfaced online. The show, which marks the first time that a live-action show within the Star Wars universe has ever been produced, recently debuted alongside the launch of Disney+. The streaming service has a lot of content to offer, but this was easily the most high-profile bit of original programming that was made available on day one. Now, we can take a closer look at some of the truly impressive artwork included in the credits....

The Orville returns after a three-year hiatus with an updated name, streaming network, and darker storyline. The Orville: New Horizons made its Hulu premiere on June 2nd. Series creator, writer, and star Seth MacFarlane stuns with hard-hitting, tragic themes. “Electric Sheep” marks a dramatic tonal shift from the second season. The crew struggles in the aftermath of the Kaylon attack on Earth. Victory came at a significant price. Thousands were lost in the battle....

After the successful airing of the re-imagined special in January, Cartoon Network today announced the global return of one of its most beloved franchises, the Emmy-winning, The Powerpuff Girls. Slated for a 2016 launch, this reboot will include an all-new television series produced by Cartoon Network Studios and a full licensing program that will roll out across all regions. The announcement was made today by Rob Sorcher, to kick off the 2014 Licensing Expo in Las Vegas....

Becoming a worldwide phenomenon and redefining televised adult animation for an entire generation, The Simpsons’ reputation precedes itself in every way. The iconic and inimitable characters have been a staple of American broadcasting since the premiere of the program back in 1989. Beginning as simple cartoon short as part of the variety program The Tracey Ullman Show, the widespread appeal of the Springfield family garnered immediate popularity, and for over three decades has been airing new seasons consistently on the Fox network, as well as streaming on Disney+ after Disney bought 20th Century Fox for over $71 billion....

Fans of AMC’s hit zombie series only have two more episodes of The Walking Dead before they go on hiatus, returning sometime in February to wrap up Season 3. Today, we have word that the beloved comic book character Tyreese will be popping up at the end of the season, played by The Wire star Chad Coleman. It isn’t known when the character will first debut, although he is believed to play a major arc in the remainder of the season, joining the Woodbury survival colony run by David Morrissey’s The Governor....

While Marvel fans patiently await the first trailer for the upcoming MCU sequel Thor: Love and Thunder, a somewhat random piece of merchandise for the movie may have just unveiled a radical new look for the God of Thunder. Hallmark (via Twitter user @common_writer) has revealed an image of a Christmas tree ornament which features Chris Hemsworth’s Asgardian superhero sporting a new helmet and costume, a lot of which is draped in glorious gold....

Spoiler TV has posted what very well could be a casting call for the upcoming superhero film Thor. Take a look at the casting call below, which is seeking “warrior” types. The Kenneth Branagh-directed Thor stars Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Natalie Portman, Jaimie Alexander, Colm Feore, Samuel L. Jackson and is set for a May 20, 2011 release. [WARRIORS] A fearless warrior race, where size, strength and ferocity define a member’s rank in both the social and military hierarchy....

The Toy Story spinoff Lightyear fell far short of expectations upon its release earlier this month. This is probably due to a variety of factors, though it could be speculated that the absence of Tim Allen contributed to the lack of ticket sales at movie theaters. Toy Story fans had spent four movies with a more familiar version of Buzz Lightyear as voiced by Allen, and for many, it may have been too difficult to accept Chris Evans in the role, even if it’s not the same incarnation of the character....

The Wagner/Cuban Company’s Magnet Releasing, genre arm of Magnolia Pictures, announced today they have acquired US rights to Tucker and Dale Vs. Evil, perhaps the most commercial and beloved undistributed horror film in the marketplace today. Directed by Eli Craig and starring Alan Tudyk (Serenity), Tyler Labine (Reaper) and Katrina Bowden (30 Rock), Tucker and Dale Vs. Evil is a hilariously gory, good-spirited horror comedy, doing for killer rednecks what Shaun of the Dead did for zombies....

Following the sudden departures of the popular reality competition show’s former hosts, Dancing with the Stars has named Tyra Banks as the official host of the program. Additionally, Banks will serve as an executive producer along with her new hosting duties. According to a new report, Banks will begin hosting the show starting with its upcoming 29th season, and the world-famous model and television star has also addressed her new gig in a statement released to the media....

Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game developers and publishers announced that its TMNT video game, based on the upcoming CGI feature-length film starring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, is now available at video game retailers in North America. Developed by Ubisoft’s world-class Montreal and Quebec City studios, TMNT, the video game, is rated E10+ and is available for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system, the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system, Windows PC, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, Nintendo GameCube and Wii....

It seems like if you blink, you’ll miss the news about the next viral website for The Dark Knight, they’re coming so quickly. Over the past weekend several sites have been updated or unveiled. Firstly, fans who registered with IbelieveinHarveyDent.com got a phone call this weekend, asking for help in disproving slanderous accusations made by the “Concerned Citizens for a Better Gotham.” The following message was also posted to IbelieveinHarveyDent.com:...

While Stranger Things features a diverse cast that includes veteran actors such as Winona Ryder and David Harbour, many of the show’s breakout stars are the younger stars whose careers are just getting started. One of of these young stars is Millie Bobby Brown, who plays the mysterious Eleven, who had previously had roles on Intruders along with guest-starring spots on Modern Family, Once Upon a Time in Wonderland, NCIS and Grey’s Anatomy before Stranger Things....

Moviegoers will get an early Christmas gift, when Twentieth Century Fox holds nationwide sneaks of its holiday picture We Bought a Zoo, on Saturday, November 26th - four weeks ahead of its December 23rd bow. The unprecedented lead time between a nationwide preview and the release of the film reflects the studio’s confidence that director Cameron Crowe’s picture, which weaves together warmth, laughter, loss and a spirit of optimism, will generate excellent word of mouth....

If there is one and only one thing that has been made clear so far through three episodes of Westworld season 2, it’s that this show is going to continue down the path of mystery upon mystery and non-linear storytelling whether we like it or not. But hey, the good news is we finally know what’s up with that crazy robot tiger. Kind of. Let’s dig in, shall we? The latest episode of Westworld, titled Virtù e Fortuna, opens up with some characters we’ve never met in a location we’ve never been....