SDCC 2024: Jackpot! Director Paul Feig Talks Shang-Chi Reunion of Awkwafina and Simu Liu

“As a die-hard Marvel fan and someone who has been following Simu Liu and Awkwafina’s careers since their breakout roles in Shang-Chi and Crazy Rich Asians respectively, I can’t help but feel like fate has brought them together once again for the upcoming film, Jackpot!. It seems that director Paul Feig was just as excited to reunite these two talented individuals on screen, as he confessed to being a fan of Shang-Chi himself.

Deadpool & Wolverine S.H. Figuarts Figures Are Up For Pre-Order

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but share my excitement about the recent release of Hasbro’s Marvel Legends figures, inspired by the blockbuster Deadpool & Wolverine film. They’re fantastic, no doubt! But if you’re looking to take your collection to the next level, consider checking out Tamashii Nations S.H. Figuarts figures. These bad boys are now available for pre-order in the U.S., and you can secure yours through the links provided below.

Jim Henson Idea Man to Make Broadcast Debut on ABC

A significant number of original shows and movies from Disney+ have aired on ABC, another company within the Disney family. The most recent production to make this transition is Ron Howard’s documentary, “Jim Henson: Idea Man,” which will be airing on TV. As reported by Deadline, this Emmy-nominated documentary is set to debut on ABC on Sunday, August 11th as part of their “The Wonderful World of Disney” programming.

Cody Rhodes Says WWE Return “Rekindled” His Love For Pro Wrestling

Cody Rhodes has been absent from wrestling rings outside of WWE for more than two and a half years now. He joined All Elite Wrestling (AEW) three years ago before rejoining WWE in April 2022. While with AEW, Rhodes was one of the key figures, having played a significant role in the company’s formation. This visibility extended to promotional materials and, in the ring, he took part in high-profile matches against his brother Dustin Rhodes, Chris Jericho (then AEW World Champion), and Maxwell Jacob Friedman.

Witch Hat Atelier Director on the Challenges of Adapting the Manga to Screen

In 2025, “Witch Hat Atelier” is anticipated to be one of the most significant new anime debuts. With its emotionally resonant narrative, which has garnered much love from manga enthusiasts, the series aims to achieve the same level of acclaim as contemplative anime shows like “Delicious in Dungeon” and “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End”. Our team at ComicBook was fortunate enough to visit Anime Expo and converse with Ayumu Watanabe, the director of the “Witch Hat Atelier” adaptation. During this conversation, we discussed the hurdles encountered in adapting the original work for the very first time.

Ubisoft Reveals New NFL Game

Even though Electronic Arts continues to dominate simulation football through its Madden series, other companies have recently delved into the arcade aspect of American football. For instance, 2K recently launched NFL 2K Playmakers, a mobile game emphasizing card collection over traditional gameplay. Yet, there’s still an opportunity for a fresh football game to captivate fans. Ubisoft intends to seize this chance by introducing a new NFL game later this year, but not in the conventional sense that many might expect. Instead, their offering is NFL Primetime Fantasy, which aims to revolutionize the fantasy football experience.