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Dean DeBlois, who directed the original How to Train Your Dragon films, returned to direct the first installment, which was a big hit, earning over $635 million globally. It became the most successful film in the How to Train Your Dragon series and received a 77% approval rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. Universal Pictures announced at CinemaCon in April 2025 that a sequel, How to Train Your Dragon 2, is planned for release in June 2027.

James Gunn recently told Erik Voss of New Rockstars that the “Salvation” storyline from the Peacemaker season finale won’t be a strict adaptation of the comics. He advised viewers not to expect a close resemblance.

I’ve been putting it off for a long time, but now that the classic horror film The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is available to stream for free on several services, I’m finally going to watch it and see if it lives up to the hype. Here’s how you can watch it without paying anything.

As a huge Doctor Who fan, I saw the rumors flying everywhere online and in the press when reports came out about Ncuti Gatwa’s companion. People were saying Gibson had been fired after only one season and replaced by Varada Sethu. It was all over the place! Thankfully, Russell T. Davies eventually cleared things up and confirmed that Gibson hadn’t been fired and that her character’s story would continue, which was a huge relief to many of us.

A sneak peek at Marvel’s The Ultimates #17 (from Deniz Camp, Phil Noto, and Travis Lanham) shows Doom observing footage of the life he could have had. He then focuses on trying to recreate those events. Although the original Reed Richards missed his chance to fulfill his potential, a new Fantastic Four can still rise. Doom has compensated for lost time, now commanding a team of nearly two dozen heroes, each with extraordinary abilities.

Stellan Skarsgård:Have you seen the film?

Though Season 51’s guest list is growing by the week, Stone reminisced about the big SNL event from the spring. While in conversation with Vogue, she shared more insight into the Nicolas Ghesquière-designed outfit and how Lorne Michael’s favorite cinematic snack became the star of the show. Though the Poor Things star did recognize that the statement accent piece was a hit, it was ultimately rude because of the trail she left behind her:

Films from around the world – including huge hits from India, darkly funny movies from Korea, independent European dramas, and Japanese remakes – demonstrate that the idea of a hero isn’t unique to America. These movies each offer a fresh take on what it means to be ‘super,’ viewed through the perspective of their own culture. They still often feature characters using their abilities to protect loved ones, fight injustice, or make sense of a difficult world.

Wow, I was really surprised to see just how much ground Disney is losing to Universal! I was looking at a search volume comparison – basically, how often people are searching online for ‘Magic Kingdom’ versus ‘Universal Studios Florida’ over the last five years – and the difference is pretty striking. The graph really tells a story. You can read more about the details and background in a recent article on Forbes – I’ve included a link if you’re interested in checking it out!

The main source of drama centers around Ali’s decision, as Anton has already indicated he’s willing to marry her despite acknowledging she’s demanding and doesn’t handle household chores. Things look bleak at Ali’s bachelorette party, where her friends worry she’s settling for less because Anton’s job as a truck driver might not meet her standards. However, there are signs Ali might still go through with the wedding. She arrives wearing a matching “Mrs.” hoodie, fulfilling Anton’s wish, and writes him a heartfelt letter. Initially concerned about his lifestyle, she now questions the accuracy of information she received about Anton going out partying and to strip clubs. When her mother voices concerns about Anton’s drinking, Ali defends him, suggesting he deserves understanding. Furthermore, when Anton’s mother praises his character, Ali confidently tells her she loves him and thinks he’s a wonderful person.