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Even though Sam Worthington’s Jake Sully has been the main character of the first twoAvatarmovies, I think it’s highly likely he will meet his end inAvatar: Fire and Ash. Even though he is not a native Na’vi, the firstAvatarmovie saw Jake embrace the culture of the alien species and form a loving relationship with Neytiri. Their love for each other is evident inAvatar: The Way of Water, but it is put to the test more than ever since they have four children in the sequel....

The Lord of the Ringsmay well welcome Ian McKellen back to his role as Gandalf, and withLord of the Rings: The Rings of Powerseason 2teasing its own Gandalf appearance, there could be two versions of the iconic Wizard on screens at the same time. Ian McKellen’s first appearance as Gandalf was in 2001’sThe Fellowship of the Ring.Since then, he has appeared as Gandalf in six movies, all produced by New Line Cinema and WingNut Films, with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures also co-producingThe Hobbittrilogy....

Sauron has begun his plan to take over Middle-earth inThe Lord of the Rings: The Rings ofPowerseason 2, but is he really getting anything done with all this flirting? The Prime Video series has taken a fresh approach to Tolkien’s works, bringing the Second Age to the screen rather than the better-known Third Age (in which Frodo’s story is set). This means a chance to show Sauron’s rise to Dark-Lord status using his Rings of Power, but there is a lot to be filled in here since Tolkien didn’t provide many specific details in this regard....

Everyone’s favorite oceanic hero is coming back next year inAquaman. DC All In is keeping up its intense energy and shining a light on missing heroes. He’s been out of the spotlight for a while, but come January,Aquaman is coming backfor a brand-new adventure. In thewake ofAbsolute Power, Arthur Curry’s world is turning upside down. Not only is he dealing with giant water kaiju attacking the Earth, he’s gained new hydrokinetic powers....

Kevin Smithmade a huge splash in comics when he rebooted Daredevil in the late 90’s, and now the filmmaker is returning to Marvel with an all-newSpider-Manstory. Smith is just one name in an all-star creative line-up which will be gathered together in one oversized special set to be released in June. Announced viaMarvel.com,Giant-Size Spider-Man#1 will feature three stories from the creative teams of Kevin Smith & Giuseppe Camuncoli, Al Ewing & Mark Buckingham and Chip Zdarsky & Cafu....

Though the big comparison betweenDragon Ball DaimaandDragon Ball GTis frequently framed around howGoku reverted to a kid, the bigger topic of discussion should be about Super Saiyan 4’s potential return. Despite the focus on young Goku’s exploits, recent episodes ofDragon Ball’slattest anime are proving thatDaimais borrowing heavily fromGT’slore, and the result could well be the long-awaited canonization of Super Saiyan 4. Regardless of just how possible Super Saiyan 4’s appearance inDaimamight be, one major caveat remains that could effectively derail any possibility - the timeline....

John Krasinski’sA Quiet Place Part II, the follow-up to his previous horror hit, is now available on Netflix, and the movie makes a story within a recent 2024 release even better. Krasinski launched the franchise in 2018, serving as the writer/director and starring as part ofA Quiet Place’s cast alongside his real-life wife, Emily Blunt. The 2021 sequel marks Krasinski’s fourth movie that he directed, but that number has since increased with 2024’s fantasy filmIF....

Jurassic World: Chaos Theoryseason 3 really scratched the itch I had for more from the dinosaur franchise, making me even more excited about its impending live-action return this July withJurassic World Rebirth. While I know most of the focus goes on the movies, which are always sure to be popular, the animated adventures set in theJurassic Worldfranchise are just as entertaining. They provide a deeper understanding of the films, their overarching story, and present a great found family dynamic....

One of the most repeated critiques aboutSupermanis that he’s just plain boring, often dismissed as lacking the appeal and excitement of his darker, edgier counterpart,Batman. But here’s the thing Superman critics need to understand: calling the Man of Steel boring doesn’t make it true—no matter how often it’s said. These stories offer a rich, nuanced exploration of his character, showing how even a god can falter—a concept that’s hard to imagine anyone finding boring....

Netflix’s new miniseries,Apple Cider Vinegar, tells the “true-ish” story of Belle Gibson and serves as a reminder to watch Amanda Seyfried’s show from two years ago.Belle Gibson is a real personfrom Australia who rose to fame in the 2010s for being a cancer survivor and entrepreneur. Gibson created “The Whole Pantry” app and corresponding cookbook, advocating that natural remedies and a healthy diet could be used in place of medical treatments....

Jabba’s sale barge, one of the most eagerly-anticipatedLEGO Star Warssets of the year, is on sale now. 2024 has been an exciting year for LEGO collectors, not least because of a range of kits inspired byLEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy- such as the unforgettable Dark Falcon. Today, though, one of the most excitingStar WarsLEGO sets of the year has finally released. The latest in the Ultimate Collector Series,Jabba’s Sail Barge (75397)features 11 minifigures in total, and comes in at just under 4,000 pieces....

9-1-1: Lone Staris heading into its final episodes, and although its last major disaster is quite intriguing, it’s completely negated by9-1-1’s existence. The Fox procedural drama, created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Tim Minear, is a spinoff to the series9-1-1(which aired on Fox for six seasons before moving to ABC for its seventh and eighth seasons). Unfortunately,9-1-1: Lone Staris ending after season 5in 2025, while9-1-1is alive and thriving on ABC as it’s in the midst of airing season 8....

A billion-dollarMargot Robbiemovie has found additional success on streaming. Robbie is an Australian actor who had her international breakthrough when she played a supporting role opposite Leonardo DiCaprio in Martin Scorsese’s 2013 movieThe Wolf of Wall Street. Since then, she has been nominated for three Oscars, one as a producer, and two as an actor for her performances in 2017’sI, Tonyaand 2019’sBombshell. In addition to earning critical accolades, manyMargot Robbie movieshave become blockbuster hits....