DC’sJoker Origin Moviewill reportedly feature the villain as a failed standup comedian in the 1980s, drawing inspiration from Allen Moore’sBatman: The Killing Joke graphic novel and theMartin ScorseseclassicKing of Comedy. It was previously reported that Todd Phillips’Jokerorigin movie is going to take place in the 1980s, but this is the first that we’ve heard about the comedy background from the Moore’s origin tale in the iconic graphic novel. The standalone movie has a lot of mystery surrounding it at this time, especially since no actor has been officially confirmed to take on the role of the Clown Prince of Crime....

In a fascinating display of Hollywood history and cinematic nostalgia,Judy Garland’s ruby slippers, which she wore in the 1939 movieThe Wizard of Oz, were recently auctioned off for a staggering $28 million.The auction, held at the renowned Dallas-based auction house Heritage Auctions, sawthe iconic slippers rounded out to a remarkable $32.5 millionafter including buyer’s premium and taxes. The ruby slippers are among the most recognizable pieces of movie memorabilia in the history of cinema, and they’re a symbol ofthe film’s enduring popularity....

Kazuhisa Hashimotohas passed away. He was 61-years old. While the name might not immediately ring a bell, it should. Hashimoto is the man who created the iconic video game cheat known as theKonami Code. However, it wasn’t meant to become a cheat, it was just something he used while testing games to make life a little easier for himself. However, it didn’t take long for gamers all over the world to catch on, withContrabecoming the gateway for most gamers in the 1980s....

Fox has picked up comedy seriesThe Last Man on Earthfor a second season, it was announced today byDavid Madden, President, Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company. The series, created by starWill Forteand executive produced byPhil LordandChris Miller, debuted on March 1 to rave reviews from fans and critics alike. Here’s whatDavid Maddenhad to say in a statement. “We knew we had something special withThe Last Man on Earth. It’s one of those rare shows that continues to add depth and dimension to its unique premise, week after week....

LEGO andNintendohave announced a new collaboration that is truly bringing the best parts of both companies to life. The new product line,LEGO Super Mario, is set to bring the iconic video game character to the real world in a unique, interactive way that looks like the sort of thing many of us merely wish we could have enjoyed when we were kids. Especially when seeing a couple of kids put the new toys to use in a trailer released previewing what’s to come....

Last month, it was rumored thatMads Mikkelsen’s mysterious character inDoctor Strangeis the Marvel Comics villain Kaecilius. This took many fans by surprise because, while in the comic books he is a disciple of Baron Mordo, (Chiwetel Ejiofor), Mordo is reportedly working alongsideBenedict Cumberbatchin this movie adaptation. Still, there isn’t much we know about this character yet, but now a new prequel comic has surfaced that sheds new light on Kaecilius, officially confirming him as the villain....

Back in January, when production started on Season 3 of WGN America’s hit seriesSalem, the network announced that music iconMarilyn Mansonwill return to the small screen in a guest starring role. While best known as a musician, he has previously appeared on hit shows such asEastbound & Down,Californication,Once Upon a Time, and, most recently, on the final season ofSons of Anarchy. While we wait for the Season 3 premiere ofSalem, the network has released a brief trailer which gives us our first look atMarilyn Manson’s character, Thomas Dinley, and we also have the Comic-Con trailer as well....

Over the last few days, Comic-Con International has announced the full schedule forComic-Con 2017, and one of the biggest panels this year may also be one of the longest. It was announced yesterday that Marvel Studios will have their annual Hall H panel on Saturday, July 22, spanning a whopping 90 minutes, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. While no specific details were given, a new report claims that the panel will focus on the studio’s upcoming 10th Anniversary....

FilmmakerJ.J. Abramsand Oscar winnerMeryl Streepare teaming up with for a new TV series based on the hot new novelThe Nix. First-time authorNathan Hillpublished this book in late August and it has already become a bestseller.J.J. Abramsis slated to executive produce and he is also expected to direct some of the episodes. Deadlinereports that Warner Bros. Television is finalizing their deal withJ.J. Abrams’Bad Robotfor the series. The novel follows a woman from the hippie era who makes headlines by throwing rocks at a conservative governor who is running for President....

A newCobra KaiSeason 2 clip features a Mr. Miyagi and Daniel LaRusso flashback toThe Karate Kid. LaRusso is in the latest scene with Johnny Lawrence’s son Robby Keene where he teaches the young student about Miyagi-Do rules for karate. Technically, we only get rule number one, which is “Karate is for defense only.” We then go back to Mr. Miyagi explaining the same thing to a young LaRusso, which is the most important one to focus on....

Just a few months afterthe successful conclusionof both the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) strikes, more potential walkouts threaten to once again bring much of Hollywood to a standstill. TheInternational Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), which represents more than 168,000 workers in various arts, media, and entertainment crafts, and consists of more than 360 Local Unions, has stated that they will hold a strike authorization vote if two major labor contracts are not settled successfully before they expire on July 31....

Marvel reshoots are part and parcel of the process to create the ongoing, interconnected narrative that is demanded of the MCU, and it seems thatMs. Marvelis the latest series to restart filming to pick up some additional footage. Show director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy shared some new set photos on herInstagramstories of the Atlanta-based shoot, which appears to be using several cranes and screens, suggesting that these are quite significant action sequences being filmed....

A long-timeJames Bondfavorite demonstrates his affinity for espionage and joins forces with a former Bond girl in an underrated thriller that is now finding success onNetflix. Released in 2022, the mystery thrillerRogue AgentfindsQuantum of SolacestarGemma Artertonsharing the screen withHappy Valleystar and current 007 frontrunnerJames Nortonin this true story of a conman who masqueraded as an MI5 agent. Rogue Agentis now holding firm at #5, with the rest of the Netflix top 10 made up of several action movies, includingMiss Congeniality, Rambo: Last Blood,and theDie Hard-esqueAftermath, which is now at #1....