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Robert Downey Jr. On Elon Musk 'Cosplaying Tony Stark': Wishes Billionaire Would 'Control His Behavior'
Friday, October 25, 2024 - 4:57pm | 512Billionaire Elon Musk partially inspired the on-screen portrayal of Tony Stark by actor Robert Downey Jr. The SpaceX founder was even featured in a cameo role in the 2010 film "Iron Man 2." But Downey Jr. had some choice words to say about Musk in a recent interview. “I've only met him a few...
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Tom Holland Confirms Spider-Man 4 Filming For Summer 2025: What To Expect
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - 2:38pm | 467The Walt Disney Company‘s (NYSE:DIS) Marvel Cinematic Universe is set to continue its Spider-Man story as Tom Holland confirmed Spider-Man 4 will begin filming in summer 2025. During his appearance on The Tonight Show, starring Jimmy Fallon, Holland announced: “It’s happening....
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Joker 2 Stumbles At Box Office: No Laughing Matter For Warner Bros. Stock
Monday, October 7, 2024 - 11:54am | 790A highly anticipated sequel to the 2019 hit film "Joker" opened in theaters over the weekend, but did not live up to big expectations for the franchise. What Happened: The sequel titled "Joker: Folie à Deux" sees Joaquin Phoenix reprise the titular role and brings in musician and actress Lady Gaga...
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Disney Characters Join Fortnite In Latest Collaboration With Epic Games
Monday, August 12, 2024 - 3:26pm | 434Epic Games is expanding its popular battle royale game Fortnite through a new collaboration with The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS), which will introduce a variety of characters from Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar. The collaboration was announced at the Disney Experiences Showcase during D23 2024....
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Disney's 'Deadpool & Wolverine' Hits $1B, D23 Unveils New Sequels, Theme Park Expansions, 'Fortnite' Collaborations: Can Disney Stock Rebound In 2024?
Monday, August 12, 2024 - 12:39pm | 1024The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) had a magical weekend with many company updates shared at its bi-annual D23 Expo along with "Deadpool & Wolverine" continuing to perform well at the box office. What Happened: Disney's "Deadpool & Wolverine" was the top-grossing film domestically over the...
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Disney's Magical Marvel Weekend: Robert Downey Jr., Russo Brothers Steal Comic Con Spotlight As 'Deadpool & Wolverine' Breaks Records
Monday, July 29, 2024 - 3:55pm | 841Media giant The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) made it a magical weekend for movie fans of superheroes with several exciting announcements at San Diego Comic Con and the theatrical release of "Deadpool & Wolverine," which broke several records. What Happened: The highly anticipated "Deadpool...
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Discover Xbox's Deadpool-Inspired 'Cheeky Controller' And How To Get It
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 4:43pm | 669Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) has unveiled a new Xbox controller inspired by none other than Deadpool himself. The announcement, made via Xbox Wire, introduces the “Cheeky Controller,” a striking new addition to the Xbox lineup modeled after what Microsoft playfully describes as...
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Despicable Me First Animated Franchise To Hit $5B: Here Are The Top Grossing Movie Franchises Ever
Monday, July 15, 2024 - 1:34pm | 913Media company Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) has another reason to celebrate with its Despicable Me franchise hitting the $5 billion milestone with the recent success of "Despicable Me 4" in movie theaters. Here's a look at the important milestone and how it stacks up to other movie franchises...
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Disney D23 Lineup Announced: Could August Event Act As Catalyst For Stock?
Friday, July 12, 2024 - 2:27pm | 689Media giant Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) will host its biennial D23 fan event in August. An initial schedule and lineup shows which movies, shows and content will be highlighted, providing a potential catalyst for the stock. What Happened: On the heels of the box office hit "Inside Out 2," Disney will...
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Cinemark Analyst Turns Bullish On Box Office Strength, Potential Dividend Comeback: 'Should Prosper Over The Next 2.5 Years'
Monday, June 24, 2024 - 11:30am | 507Movie theater company Cinemark Holdings Inc (NYSE:CNK) gets upgraded by an analyst as several box office releases are showing strength for the movie industry in recent weeks. The Cinemark Analyst: Roth MKM analyst Eric Handler upgrades the rating on Cinemark from Neutral to Buy and raises the price...
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Disney+ Adds Horror Franchise 'Saw,' X Users React To 'Strange Dichotomy'
Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 3:23pm | 394In what may seem surprising to some, subscribers to Walt Disney Co‘s (NYSE:DIS) Disney+ will now be able to stream the “Saw” movie franchise on the platform. The addition comes amid Disney+’s continued efforts to diversify its media catalogue. What Happened: The film...
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Marvel Rivals Creators Were Banned From Making Negative Reviews, NetEase Apologizes
Monday, May 13, 2024 - 4:02pm | 565Marvel Rivals, a Marvel-themed team-based hero shooter akin to Overwatch, faced backlash when content creators participating in a closed alpha test revealed a restrictive clause in their contracts preventing them from making negative comments about the game. Streamer and former professional...
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Disney's Bob Iger Confident In Landing Long-Term NBA Rights Deal As Media Giant Enhances Streaming With ESPN Tile And Shifts Marvel Strategy
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 - 11:18pm | 681The Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) is making significant changes to its streaming services and Marvel content strategy, with CEO Bob Iger expressing confidence in securing long-term NBA rights. What Happened: The Walt Disney Company is making major moves to enhance its streaming offerings and superhero...
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Custom X-Men '97 Xbox Wrapped In A Comic Book, Plus Controllers Available For Limited Time
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 - 3:19pm | 627Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) continues to impress with its latest custom Xbox creation: the X-Men ‘97 Xbox Series X and matching controllers. Image courtesy of Xbox. Inspired by the popular Walt Disney Co.‘s (NYSE:DIS) Disney+ animated series, this special edition console features an...
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EA's Black Panther Game Takes Shape As Open-World Marvel Sandbox
Thursday, April 18, 2024 - 3:34pm | 356Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ:EA) has unveiled plans for an open-world Black Panther game, developed by Cliffhanger Games, through a recent job listing. According to IGN, they’re seeking a Senior Sandbox Designer II to help shape encounters, systems, and gameplay within this dynamic setting....