In simpler terms, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has yet to introduce one of Marvel’s most famous cosmic characters, Richard Rider, aka Nova, despite exploring the Marvel cosmos and introducing the Nova Corps. There have been efforts to bring him in before, but nothing concrete has materialized. However, according to ComicBook’s Brandon Davis, Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige confirmed that a Nova project focusing on Richard Rider is under development as a TV series, and it will likely be released within the next 3-4 years. So, it seems we are finally getting closer to seeing Rider make an appearance in the MCU.
Samurai Jack and Beetlejuice are joining the cast of MultiVersus for Season 2, according to a recent announcement from Warner Bros. and Player First Games. These characters were unveiled at EVO 2024, with previews of each character released following the announcement. Samurai Jack will be available when Season 2 starts on July 23rd, while Beetlejuice will be added later in the season before the new Beetlejuice movie hits theaters in September.
WWE’s historic 2025 deal with Netflix, worth over $300 million, paved the way for other companies to secure significant deals. AEW President Tony Khan acknowledged the positive impact this deal had on AEW, while a new platform is reportedly planning to enter the professional wrestling scene by acquiring its own promotion.
The upcoming movie titled “My Hero Academia: You’re Next” has announced its running time. While Season 7 of My Hero Academia is unfolding with epic clashes between heroes and villains, this isn’t the only new anime project from the franchise coming up this Summer. In addition to the ongoing series, a fourth feature film is set to premiere, providing insight into the events transpiring between Season 6 and Season 7 through thrilling encounters with the villains.
The long-awaited film collaboration between Deadpool and Wolverine is set to hit theaters in the coming week. Marvel Studios’ president, Kevin Feige, has been dishing out intriguing insights regarding the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe during interviews related to this threequel. One highly anticipated project on the horizon is Avengers 5, formerly known as Avengers: The Kang Dynasty. Some fans have pondered over how Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) might be incorporated into this story, given that only a handful of characters have been confirmed for it so far. With an estimated 60 returning MCU stars anticipated for the production, the possibility of Deadpool’s involvement remains uncertain. During a recent interview with ComicBook, Feige was asked how they would manage to fit the notoriously R-rated character into a PG-13 narrative.
As a devoted fan of professional wrestling and a follower of WWE, I am thrilled about the latest developments within The Bloodline. Hikuleo, the biological nephew and adopted son of Haku, has been a name on everyone’s lips since his departure from New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) and rumors of him joining WWE. With his rich wrestling lineage and impressive background in NJPW, I believe Hikuleo will be an excellent addition to the family affair that is The Bloodline.