Geraldo Amartey

1 day ago | thedirect.com | Geraldo Amartey

Comic book movies have carved out a massive space in pop culture, pulling heroes and villains from the pages of Marvel and DC into a large variety of cinematic universes. The thrill of seeing these characters clash has hooked audiences for decades. But not every legendary rivalry from the comics has made the jump to live-action, and some of the best are still waiting in the wings. Across both Marvel and DC, certain rivalries run deeper than a simple clash of powers.

1 day ago | thedirect.com | Geraldo Amartey

As Marvel Studios maps out Phase 7, the X-Men reboot offers a chance to redefine the MCU’s mutant narrative. While fans expect Magneto, Storm, and Professor X to dominate, lesser-known Omega-level mutants could steal the show. Omega-level mutants, as defined in Jonathan Hickman's House of X #1, possess abilities with no known upper limit, making them among the most powerful beings in existence.

1 week ago | thedirect.com | Geraldo Amartey

James Gunn’s new DC Universe is already forming with an exciting lineup: Superman, Supergirl, The Brave and the Bold, Booster Gold, Swamp Thing, and The Authority are just some of the projects confirmed for Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters. But even with that strong start, plenty of iconic DC heroes are missing from the slate. Whether it’s a deliberate slow-burn or a matter of timing, characters like Zatanna, Nightwing, and Martian Manhunter feel long overdue.

1 week ago | thedirect.com | Geraldo Amartey

Marvel Studios currently has an open theatrical release date set for July 23, 2027, and the project attached to that slot remains unannounced. While Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars are both slated for December 16, 2026, and December 17, 2027, respectively, this standalone summer spot has fans speculating about what the mystery MCU film could be. It’s not uncommon for Marvel to hold release dates without revealing the project tied to them, and the July slot is a key summer box office position.

1 week ago | thedirect.com | Geraldo Amartey

The X-Men are coming to the MCU, and with them, a universe of powerful, layered, and morally complex characters. While fan-favorites like Wolverine, Cyclops, and Storm will no doubt take center stage, one lesser-known mutant has the potential to become Marvel Studios’ breakout hero in Phase 7: Illyana Rasputin, better known as Magik. As the younger sister of Colossus, Magik may appear unassuming at first glance. But beneath the surface is a character with a truly rare combination of attributes.