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Disney Confirms Its 9 Big Movies Releasing In 2026 (Marvel, Star Wars & More)

1 week ago | thedirect.com | Savannah Sanders

Disney is gearing up to own the 2026 box office with its biggest blockbusters. For the first time in years, Star Wars is returning to the big screen alongside Marvel Studios and Pixar, in addition to a confirmed line-up of original titles. For reference, the House of Mouse will be attempting to follow up on 2025's impressive theatrical line-up, which consisted of Lilo and Stitch, two MCU movies, and sequels such as Zootopia 2 and Avatar: Fire and Ash.
2025 Superman Movie Runtime Breaks DC Franchise Record

1 week ago | thedirect.com | Savannah Sanders

The newly revealed length of 2025's Supermanjust shattered a previous DC record. Coming to theaters on July 11, not only is Superman James Gunn's first film in his new DC Universe, but it's also a first for the Man of Steel's cinematic franchise. New reports suggest Superman, starring David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan, will span 122 minutes.
2025 Superman Movie Runtime Breaks DC Franchise Record

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Savannah Sanders

10 hours agoFor plenty of folks, the first Tuesday after Memorial Day marks the first "true" day of summer: Sun! Sand! Baseball! Indigestion! Sunburn! Heatstroke? Reckless whales?! OK, you're right, what were we thinking — it's way too dangerous out there. Much safer to stay indoors, close the blinds and wait …
New Fantastic Four 2025 Footage Includes Key 'Thunderbolts' Connection

1 week ago | thedirect.com | Savannah Sanders

A new promo for The Fantastic Four: First Steps featured a reference to a particular moment from Thunderbolts*. This suggests Marvel Studios' Fantastic Four reboot isn't looking to keep its MCU connections a secret ahead of its July 25 debut. A new NBA Western Conference Finals ad promoting The Fantastic Four: First Steps contained new footage from the upcoming film, offering another glimpse at the Baxter Building and the best stationary look yet at the Fantastic Four's Excelsior spaceship.
Live-Action Lilo & Stitch Movie Brings Back 9 Characters from the Original Film

2 weeks ago | thedirect.com | Savannah Sanders

Fans of the original Disney film will definitely recognize Lilo and Stitch's familiar cast of characters. Coming to theaters on Friday, May 23, and based on the 2002 animated movie, Lilo and Stitch is Disney's latest live-action remake starring Maia Kealoha and original Lilo and Stitch writer-director Chris Sanders as the voice of Stitch. But joining the lead duo are other familiar (and maybe surprising?) characters from the animated classic who confirmed to make their live-action debuts.
Disney+ Reveals the 5 Most Popular Star Wars Movies In 2025

2 weeks ago | thedirect.com | Savannah Sanders

New data has shown which Star Wars movies fans have streamed the most on Disney+ in 2025. Due to the franchise's generational history and cultural significance, fans have strong opinions on which live-action Star Wars films are top tier. But thanks to analytics, there's data to back up which Lucasfilm entry fans are watching the most.
Marvel Studios Reportedly Race-Swapping Professor X In the MCU

3 weeks ago | thedirect.com | Savannah Sanders

Marvel Studios is reportedly taking a new approach to casting the X-Men's next Professor X. While Fox's X-Men star Patrick Stewart is reprising his Charles Xavier role for Avengers: Doomsday, the MCU is also gearing up for its own X-Men reboot, with several stars already rumored as Marvel's next mutants. While the MCU's X-Men project isn't expected until after 2027's Avengers: Secret Wars and the conclusion of the Multiverse Saga, casting rumors are already dominating industry headlines.
Lilo and Stitch Popcorn Buckets Buyer Guide (AMC, Cinemark & Regal)

3 weeks ago | thedirect.com | Savannah Sanders

Disney's Lilo and Stitch is upping the popcorn bucket game this summer. And, fortunately for fans, multiple theater chains are joining in on the mayhem. Set to release on Friday, May 23, Disney's live-action remake of 2002's Lilo and Stitch already has audience attention thanks to its nostalgic marketing campaign and live-action cast. But if that wasn't enough to get fans talking, the film is bringing a wave of merchandise upon its theatrical debut.
Disney Announces Return of Iconic Villain for 2026 Movie

3 weeks ago | thedirect.com | Savannah Sanders

A new take on a classic Disney villain is making a comeback in a newly confirmed 2026 sequel. Disney Branded Television announced Rita Ora is returning to her role of the Queen of Hearts in 2026's Descendants: Wicked Wonderland, a sequel to 2024's Descendants: Rise of Red and the latest installment within the Descendants franchise.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Disney+ Series) | News

3 weeks ago | thedirect.com | Richard Nebens |Gillian Blum |Savannah Sanders |Russ Milheim

Disney's Upfront presentation is ready to roll, with updates coming on the biggest streaming entries of 2025 and beyond! Rick Riordan teased an episode of Percy Jackson Season 2, making fans even more excited than they already were. A new listing may hint at when fans can expect to see Percy Jackson Season 2 hit Disney+. Season 3 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians has taken a major development step ahead of a potential renewal.