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Warner Bros. Reveals First Mogwai Footage for Gremlins 3

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Warner Bros. Reveals First Mogwai Footage for Gremlins 3

The loveable Mogwai is finally coming back to the big screen! Warner Bros. revealed on X the first teaser footage for Gremlins 3, giving fans a peak at the next chapter of the hit 1984 comedy-horror. Unfortunately, it also comes with a new release date.

The movie has been pushed back by nearly a year. With a previous theatrical release date of November 19, 2027. The teaser reveals that we can expect to see Gizmo in cinemas on October 8, 2028. It has been 35 years since Gremlins 2: The New Batch so what is another year? Let them cook.

On the positive side, an October release date feels a natural home for Gremlins. Putting the third movie right in the middle of spooky season, the perfect way to unleash these furry little monsters. Which may I point out look to be practical! Cinema is finally healing and going back to using physical puppets in movies. Honouring the original legacy of the franchise and the practical foundation used for some of the most iconic creatures in movie history.

The original Gremlins featured Billy Peltzer (Zach Galligan), after his father gave him the lovable Mogwai Gizmo as a Christmas present. But caring for a Mogwai has some very specific instructions.

  • No 1: Keep your Mogwai away from bright lights and direct sunlight will kill them.
  • No 2: Keep them away from water. Whatever you do don’t give them a bath!
  • No 3: The most important one. Don’t ever feed them after midnight.

Billy learned those rules the hard way when Gizmo multiplied and his hometown was terrorised at Christmas, by the mischievous Stripe leading the chaos. The sequel Gremlins 2: The New Batch took the creature feature to New York City and cranked the chaos up. Bringing us some ridiculously fun mutations along the way.

Zach Galligan starred in both movies and remains active in the franchise. It wouldn’t be surprising to see him return as Billy, although it is worth noting nothing official has been announced.

I don’t know about you but I’m excited to see where this next chapter takes us. The original film, directed by Joe Dante and written by Chris Columbus, is one of the greatest blockbuster movies of the 80’s. It combined comedy, horror and creature-feature tropes of a classic B movie to create a massive hit that is widely regarded today as a cult classic.

Will Gremlins 3 recapture the practical-effects charm and unhinged humour of those first two movies? We’ll have to wait until October 8, 2028.
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First Look at Lex Luthor in Man of Tomorrow

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First Look at Lex Luthor in Man of Tomorrow

James Gunn has posted a first look at Nicholas Hoult, as Lex Luthor, suited up in his iconic green and purple Warsuit. The official, behind-the-scenes picture was shared across social media platforms with the message “fit check” in his post.

Man of Tomorrow will see Superman (David Corenswet) and his nemesis Luthor in the uncomfortable position of working together against a much bigger threat to Earth. Although previous set leak pictures debuted the new look back in June of this year, you can see Hoult wearing the suit below.

The iconic suit made its official debut in Action Comics #544, in 1983 and it’s awesome to see that it’s finally coming to the big screen!

Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor

Gunn has told fans that the premise for Man of Tomorrow, “is a story about Lex Luthor and Superman having to work together, to a certain degree, against a much, much bigger threat, and it’s more complicated than that. It’s as much a Lex movie as it is a Superman movie.”

What is this bigger threat I hear you ask? Well actor Lars Eidinger has been officially cast as Brainiac. A super intelligent alien in the DCU who seeks and hoards all universal knowledge for himself while leaving a trail of destruction. Those familiar with the Super-Villain will know that he is one of Superman’s most dangerous enemies and the one responsible for shrinking the Kryptonian capital, Kandor for his personal collection.

Man of Tomorrow will continue the new DC Universe when it hits cinemas 9th July, 2027 (current release date). In addition to Hoult, Corenswet, and Eidinger, its cast includes Aaron Pierre, as the Green Lantern John Stewart, and Milly Alcock as Supergirl. While Adria Arjona, Matthew Lillard and Andre Royo have also joined the cast in mystery roles.

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Star Wars: Ahsoka Season 2 – Teaser Trailer

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Star Wars: Ahsoka Season 2 – Teaser Trailer

The first teaser trailer for Ahsoka Season 2 has arrived and I don’t know about you but this has me so hyped for what is about to come! Rosario Dawson is back as the fan-favourite Togruta Jedi (or is she?) while Hayden Christensen returns as Anakin Skywalker. Seeing Hayden back in that role brought tears to my eyes as it would appear he is receiving much more love this time round for his portrayal of the fallen Chosen One.

Meanwhile Grand Admiral Thrawn, portrayed again by Lars Mikkelsen, is making his move against the Rebel Alliance. Setting the galaxy on fire as he takes revenge for the fall of the Galactic Empire.

And somewhere in Peridea, a mysterious and distant galaxy outside the known star system. Baylan Skoll, who is now played by Rory McCann after the unexpected death of Ray Stevenson, is seeking knowledge that could change everything.

Needless to say this season of Ahsoka looks to be an interesting one in the next chapter of Star Wars. After being introduced as Anakin Skywalker’s one and only Padawan in the animated Star Wars: The Clone Wars movie. She soon became a central character to the franchise starring in the animated Clone Wars series, Star Wars: Rebels and then making a leap into live-action with The Mandalorian. Since that final realisation of her character, Dawsons Ahsoka has brought with her many other beloved characters such as Sabine, Hera, Ezra Bridger and Captain Rex.

 

What are my final thoughts?

We didn’t get to see much of Rory McCann (The Hound in Game of Thrones) as Baylan. It will be interesting to see what he brings to the character and I’m looking forward to seeing the mystery of his actions unfold. What is he seeking? and how does it tie into the Mortis Gods?

Thrawn was a big moment for me when he appeared in Rebels for the first time and seeing him return to be a threat to the New Republic has so many possibilities to explore. The hard part will be delivering the full potential of this character and his abilities that make sense to the overall narrative of the current Star Wars universe.

And finally… Seeing a young Ahsoka and Anakin together again was one of the highlights of this teaser for me. I am excited to watch Season 2 expand on that relationship even more with this story. Seeing Hayden Christensen back brings me so much joy!

What are your thoughts? I can’t wait to watch Star Wars: Ahsoka – Season 2 and see what it has in store for us when the live-action series returns to Disney+ on January 20th, 2027.

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A Look at Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023

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A Look at Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023

A quick look at Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023?! Star Wars Celebration 2023, makes its way back to our part of the world, ExCel London! This is our first time going, so join us as we celebrate all things Star Wars! Explore the show floor and find countless cosplays.

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Review From the Vault: Shazam 2 Fury of the Gods

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Review From the Vault: Shazam 2 Fury of the Gods

Watch or just listen to our review of the latest DC movie Shazam 2 Fury of the Gods! Please Like, Share and Subscribe. Check out our Youtube channel for more content.

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Product Showcase: Star Wars Ralph McQuarrie Concept Funko POP! Vinyl’s

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Product Showcase: Star Wars Ralph McQuarrie Concept Funko POP! Vinyl’s

Enter the Geek Vault and find these awesome products from deep within. Today our showcase spotlight shines on the Star Wars Ralph McQuarrie Concept Funko POP! Vinyl’s. Featuring some of the original Ralph McQuarrie Star Wars designs in Funko POP! form.

Representing the light side of the Force we have Starkiller, the original Luke Skywalker, and Chewbacca. On the dark side are the bounty hunter Boba Fett and the dark lord of the sith, Darth Vader.  Released for the 2020 Galactic Convention.

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Find awesome geeky goods with the GeekVault. Including Star Wars merchandise that’s out of this world.

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GeekVault: “Vault Divers Podcast” – The Mandalorian Season 2 Review

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GeekVault: “Vault Divers Podcast” – The Mandalorian Season 2 Review

Welcome to the Geek Vault! Dive deep into the sea of pop culture with the Vault Divers podcast. Just three siblings talking about their favourite things.

These three podcast episodes cover the second season of Star Wars the Mandalorian. Covering 1-4 in our first episode, to 5-6 and then 7-8 respectively. We talk about what we liked and didn’t like with the newest season and also what we think may happen next. So please enjoy our Star Wars Mandalorian Season 2 review.

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New Photos of DUNE From Denis Villeneuve’s

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Denis Villeneuve’s Offers a First Look at the Ensemble Cast of Dune

A set of new photos have emerged online from director Denis Villeneuve’s adaptation of the classic sci-fi novel Dune, by Frank Herbert.

The photos show off Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides in his stillsuit, while we get our first look at the rest of this impressive cast. Starring Rebecca Ferguson, as Lady Jessica Atreides, Oscar Isaac as Duke Leto Atreides and Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck. We also see Zendaya as Chani, Jason Momoa as Duncan Idaho and Javier Bardem as Stilgar.

In his interview with Vanity Fair, Denis Villeneuve confirms that this will be a two-part film. This is great news! The story is vast and detailed, by adopting this tactic,  I think it will give Dune fans the film adaption it deserves.

I have complete faith in Villeneuve and I can’t wait to see what they’ll show us next!

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Take a look at what it takes to restore BATMAN

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Behind the Scenes on Restoring Micheal Keaton’s Batman

While wandering the web I came across this fantastic video on DC’s Youtube channel that shows the work that went behind bringing the 1989 Batsuit back to life.

As part of 2019’s San Diego Comic-Con fans got a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see eighty years of Dark Knight history up close. Authentic props and costumes were on display for “The Batman Experience” and I wish I could of experienced it! No collection of Bat-costumes would be complete without Michael Keaton’s suit from the 1989 movie. However, years of exposure had left his iconic costume in a degraded state.

In the video below, watch how Ironhead studios restored the suit back to its full glory.

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RICK AND MORTY are SAMURAI & SHOGUN!

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Rick and Morty get a fun anime short, imagined as Samurai & Shogun!

Adult Swim released an exclusive Rick and Morty anime-style short film titled Samurai & Shogun, and it is a lot of fun! Drawing inspiration from the “Lone Wolf and Cub” manga series, which was turned into several feature films through the 70’s.

The short follows the adventure of Rick as he fights a group of evil Ninja Ricks.

If you loved this, then you will love our Rick and Morty merch available on our website.