We get new Character Posters from SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE!

Synopsis:
Miles Morales returns for the next chapter of the Oscar®-winning Spider-Verse saga, Spider-Man™: Across the Spider-Verse. After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters the Spider Society, a team of Spider-People charged with protecting the Multiverse’s very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must set out on his own to save those he loves most. Anyone can wear the mask – it’s how you wear it that makes you a hero.

Directed by:
Joaquim Dos Santos
Kemp Powers
Justin K. Thompson

Written by:
Phil Lord & Christopher Miller & David Callaham

Based on the MARVEL Comics.

Produced by:
Avi Arad
Amy Pascal
Phil Lord
Christopher Miller
Christina Steinberg

Executive Producers:

Bob Persichetti
Peter Ramsey
Rodney Rothman
Aditya Sood
Brian Michael Bendis

Cast:
Shameik Moore
Hailee Steinfeld
Brian Tyree Henry
Luna Lauren Velez
Jake Johnson
Jason Schwartzman
Issa Rae
Karan Soni
with Daniel Kaluuya
and Oscar Isaac

SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE is in theatres June 2, 2023.

(Photo/video credit: Sony Pictures Canada)

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Following the Academy Award-winning success of SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE, comes its anxiously-awaited followup, SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE. Today we get a new Trailer!

Synopsis:
Miles Morales returns for the next chapter of the Oscar®-winning Spider-Verse saga, Spider-Man™: Across the Spider-Verse. After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must redefine what it means to be a hero so he can save the people he loves most.

Directed by:
Joaquim Dos Santos
Kemp Powers
Justin K. Thompson

Screenplay by:
Phil Lord & Christopher Miller and David Callaham

Based on the MARVEL Comic Books.

Produced by:
Avi Arad
Amy Pascal
Phil Lord
Christopher Miller
Christina Steinberg

Executive Producers:

Bob Persichetti
Peter Ramsey
Rodney Rothman
Aditya Sood
Rebecca Karch
Brian Bendis

Cast:
Shameik Moore
Hailee Steinfeld
Jake Johnson
Issa Rae
Daniel Kaluuya
Karan Soni
Jason Schwartzman
Brian Tyree Henry
Luna Lauren Velez
Greta Lee
Rachel Dratch
Jorma Taccone
Shea Whigham
and Oscar Isaac

Sony Pictures Canada release SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE June 2, 2023.

(Photo/video credit: Sony Pictures Canada/Marvel)

SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME reclaims the throne this weekend at the Box Office for Labour Day weekend. The re-release of the former #1, contains 11 minutes of added footage, gets $7 million from 3,935 theatres for Sony Pictures, taking its total North American run to $810 million. It was released 29 weekends ago originally.

Second goes to TOP GUN: MAVERICK with $4.5 million from 3,113 theatres for Paramount Pictures, a total $699.3 million, slowly making its way to $700 million.

In third we have BULLET TRAIN with $4.6 million from 3,117 theatres for Sony Pictures, a tally of $86.4 million domestically.

DC LEAGUE OF SUPER-PETS is in fourth with $4.1 million, bringing its total to $80.4 million.

BEAST rounds it all out with $4 million for Universal Pictures, its run at $26.6 million.

Some cool new previews were unveiled today at San Diego Comic-Con. New upcoming Marvel Studios Animation Series were unveiled at I AM GROOT, SPIDER-MAN: FRESHMAN YEAR, X-MEN ’97, MARVEL ZOMBIES and WHAT IF…?.

Here are some of the exciting updates headed our way!

I AM GROOT

“I Am Groot” writer/director/executive producer Kirsten Lepore answered questions about the upcoming series and treated the audience to the trailer and new key art. A surprise screening of one of the shorts, “Groot Takes a Bath,” delighted everyone, and applause greeted the announcement of a second collection of shorts.

There’s no guarding the galaxy from this mischievous toddler! So get ready as Baby Groot takes center stage in his very own collection of shorts, exploring his glory days growing up—and getting into trouble—among the stars. “I Am Groot,” five original shorts featuring several new and unusual characters, stars everyone’s favorite little tree, Baby Groot, voiced by Vin Diesel, who voices Groot in the “Guardians of the Galaxy” franchise.

The executive producers are Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Brad Winderbaum and James Gunn.

“I Am Groot” launches exclusively on Disney+ August 10, with all five shorts available for viewing.

SPIDER-MAN: FRESHMAN YEAR

Jeff Trammell teased the show with the cast of characters, and Ryan Meinerding showed off the new Spider-Man suit designed for the series. A fun reveal was that moderator Paul F. Tompkins will be playing a character in the series. A second season was also announced, aptly titled “Spider-Man: Sophomore Year.”

“Spider-Man: Freshman Year” is an animated series that follows Peter Parker on his way to becoming Spider-Man in the MCU, with a journey unlike we’ve ever seen and a style that celebrates the character’s early comic book roots. Executive producer Jeff Trammel serves as head writer.

“Spider-Man: Freshman Year” comes exclusively to Disney+ in 2024.

WHAT IF…?

Bryan Andrews and AC Bradley talked about the Emmy-nominated series and showed the trailer for Season Two. The audience went wild when, at the end of the presentation, a surprise screening of one episode of the highly anticipated next season was shown, and a third season was announced.

“What If…?” Season 2 continues the journey with The Watcher as our guide through the vast multiverse, introducing brand new and familiar faces throughout the MCU. The animated series questions, revisits, and twists classic Marvel Cinematic moments with an incredible voice cast that includes a host of stars who reprise their iconic roles. Directed by executive producer Bryan Andrews with executive producer AC Bradley as head writer.

Season two of “What If…?” launches exclusively on Disney+ in early 2023.

MARVEL ZOMBIES

Bryan Andrews offered background on the series and its origins spawning from an episode of “What If…?” Season 1, as well as concept art.

The animated series “Marvel Zombies” from Marvel Studios reimagines the Marvel Universe as a new generation of heroes battle against an ever-spreading zombie scourge. Directed by executive producer Bryan Andrews and written by executive producer Zeb Wells.

“Marvel Zombies” will stream exclusively on Disney+.

X-MEN ’97

Cheers erupted when Brad Winderbaum spoke fondly of the legacy of “X-Men: The Animated Series” and presented a sizzle reel featuring cast and creatives from the popular ‘90s animated show. “X-Men ‘97” writer and executive producer Beau DeMayo then spoke about the new series, shared artwork, and presented an animatic AV piece. DeMayo also mentioned that the show will use the original “X-Men” theme music. A second season was also announced.

“X-MEN ’97” is an animated series from Marvel Studios that explores new stories in the iconic ’90s timeline of the original series. Beau DeMayo is executive producer and head writer.

“X-Men ’97”” will begin streaming exclusively on Disney+ Fall 2023.

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win a mind-blowingly cool SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME Prize Pack!

The Prize Pack includes:

• Embossed Notebook
• Tote Bag
• Toiletry Bag
• Pencil Case
• Laptop Case
• Aluminum Water Bottle 
• Laptop Decals
• Activity Set
• Pen with Magnet 
• Pin Badge
• Metal Key Ring
• PVC Key Ring 

Synopsis:

For the first time in the cinematic history of Spider-Man, our friendly neighbourhood hero’s identity is revealed, bringing his Super Hero responsibilities into conflict with his normal life and putting those he cares about most at risk. When he enlists Doctor Strange’s help to restore his secret, the spell tears a hole in their world, releasing the most powerful villains who’ve ever fought a Spider-Man in any universe. Now, Peter will have to overcome his greatest challenge yet, which will not only forever alter his own future but the future of the Multiverse.

BONUS MATERIALS 

4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAY™, AND DIGITAL

• Bloopers & Gag Reel
• Alternate Reality Easter Eggs
• 7 Behind the Scenes Featurettes
  • Action Choreography Across the Multiverse
  • A Multiverse of Miscreants
  • A Spectacular Spider-Journey with Tom Holland
  • Enter Strange
  • Graduation Day
  • Realities Collide, Spiders Unite
  • Weaving Jon Watt’s Web
• 2 Special Panels:
  • The Sinister Summit – Villains Panel: Willem Dafoe, Alfred Molina, and Jamie Foxx sit down for a roundtable discussion of their sinister characters.
  • A Meeting of the Spiders – Heroes Panel: The Heroic Spider heroes sit down for a roundtable discussion on Peter, Stunts, and skintight suits.
• 3 Stories From The Daily Bugle
  • Spider-Menace Strikes Again
  • Spider Sycophant
  • Web of Lies
• 2  Stunt Scenes Previsualization
  • Apartment Fight
  • Shield Fight

DVD

• 2 Behind the Scenes Featurettes
  • A Spectacular Spider-Journey with Tom Holland
  • Graduation Day

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SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME arrives in-stores April 12, 2022.

(Photo/video credit: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment)

Following its smash success at the Box Office, taking it to the $800-million-mark in North America, SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME arrives at home! In honour of this, Spider-Man is taking over Yonge & Dundas Square in Toronto tomorrow, March 22, 2022 between 8:30 and 4:30 PM for one day only! There will also be a tuck shop filled with take-home movie night snack packages and an interactive photo opp.

SYNOPSIS

For the first time in the cinematic history of Spider-Man, our friendly neighbourhood hero’s identity is revealed, bringing his Super Hero responsibilities into conflict with his normal life and putting those he cares about most at risk. When he enlists Doctor Strange’s help to restore his secret, the spell tears a hole in their world, releasing the most powerful villains who’ve ever fought a Spider-Man in any universe. Now, Peter will have to overcome his greatest challenge yet, which will not only forever alter his own future but the future of the Multiverse.

BONUS MATERIALS 

4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAY™, AND DIGITAL

• Bloopers & Gag Reel
• Alternate Reality Easter Eggs
• 7 Behind the Scenes Featurettes
  • Action Choreography Across the Multiverse
  • A Multiverse of Miscreants
  • A Spectacular Spider-Journey with Tom Holland
  • Enter Strange
  • Graduation Day
  • Realities Collide, Spiders Unite
  • Weaving Jon Watt’s Web
• 2 Special Panels:
  • The Sinister Summit – Villains Panel: Willem Dafoe, Alfred Molina, and Jamie Foxx sit down for a roundtable discussion of their sinister characters.
  • A Meeting of the Spiders – Heroes Panel: The Heroic Spider heroes sit down for a roundtable discussion on Peter, Stunts, and skintight suits.
• 3 Stories From The Daily Bugle
  • Spider-Menace Strikes Again
  • Spider Sycophant
  • Web of Lies
• 2  Stunt Scenes Previsualization
  • Apartment Fight
  • Shield Fight

DVD

• 2 Behind the Scenes Featurettes
  • A Spectacular Spider-Journey with Tom Holland
  • Graduation Day

CAST AND CREW

Directed By: Jon Watts
Written By: Chris McKenna & Erik Sommers
Produced By: Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal
Executive Producers: Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, JoAnn Perritano, Rachel O’Connor, Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach
Cast: Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jacob Batalon, Jon Favreau, with Marisa Tomei

SPECS 

Runtime: Approx. 148 minutes
Rating: PG-13: Sequences of action/violence, some language and brief suggestive comments
4K UHD: Feature: 2160p Ultra High Definition / 2.39:1 • English Dolby Atmos (Dolby TrueHD 7.1 compatible), French (Doublé au Québec), Spanish, English & French (Doublé au Québec) – Audio Description Tracks 5.1 Dolby Digital
Blu-ray™: Feature: 1080p High Definition / 2.39:1 • Audio: English 5.1 DTS-HD MA, French (Doublé au Québec), Spanish, English & French (Doublé au Québec) – Audio Description Tracks 5.1 Dolby Digital
DVD: Feature: 2.39:1 Anamorphic Widescreen • Audio: English, French (Doublé au Québec), Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, English & French (Doublé au Québec) – Audio Description Tracks Dolby Surround

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment release SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME on Digital March 22, 2022 and it will be on DVD/Blu-ray April 12, 2022.

(Photo/video credit: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment)

For a second straight week, THE BATMAN dominates the Box Office with no new challengers. Disney and Pixar‘s TURNING RED which was to go to theatres, wound-up taking a direct-to-Disney+ route of release. This latest from the DC universe takes $66 million from 4,417 theatres across North America for Warner Bros. Over two weeks, it has grossed an impressive $238.5 million.

In second is UNCHARTED with $9 million from 3,725 theatres for Sony Pictures, a total $113.1 million over two weeks.

Third goes to DOG with $5.1 million from 3,407 theatres for United Artists Releasing/Elevation Pictures, bringing its run to $47.6 million.

SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME is in fourth $4 million, bringing it closer to the $800 million mark in its domestic run for Sony Pictures.

Bollywood flick RADHE SHYAM caps things off with $3.2 million in fifth, playing at 800 theatres across North America.

It’s all THE BATMAN and the rest of them this weekend as this latest DC Comics adaptation pulls moviegoers back out in droves. This latest Film starring Robert Pattison, makes $120 million in its opening, from 4,417 theatres for Warner Bros. This makes it the biggest opening for a movie thus far in 2022. Critical reactions have been strong, with an 85% score on the Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer. Biggest opening for the Batman franchise still goes to 2016’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice which debuted with $166 million.

UNCHARTED falls to second spot after a strong run its first two weeks out, with $12,4 million from 3,875 theatres for Sony Pictures, a tally of $101.6 million in its third weekend.

Third goes to DOG with $6.5 million, a total $40.4 million from 3,507 theatres in this third weekend for United Artists Releasing/Elevation Pictures.

SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME is in fourth with $4.7 million from 2,709 theatres for Sony Pictures, making its way to $786 million domestically.

Fifth belongs to DEATH ON THE NILE, with $2.9 million for 20th Century Studios, a total $37 million to date.

UNCHARTED takes the top spot once again at the Box Office with $23 million from 4,275 theatres in its second week out for Sony Pictures. This accounts for a total $83 million grossed domestically.

In second again this weekend is Channing Tatum’s directorial debut DOG, with $8.5 million from 3,677 theatres for United Artists Releasing/Elevation Pictures. This makes for a total $29.3 million over two weeks.

SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME hangs onto third spot with $6.1 million from 2,900 theatres for Sony Pictures, a total $780 million to date.

DEATH ON THE NILE is in fourth with $4.2 million from 3,100 theatres, a total $32.5 million for 20th Century Studios.

JACKASS FOREVER rounds things out with $3.2 million from 3,000 theatres for Paramount Pictures, a tally of $52.2 million thus far.

UNCHARTED continues Spider-Man star Tom Holland‘s Box Office reign, debuting atop the Box Office with $40 million from 4,275 theatres across North America for Sony Pictures. The Action-Adventure, also starring Mark Wahlberg, garners 39% on Rotten Tomatoes.

In second is Channing Tatum‘s directorial debut DOG, with $12.3 million from 3,677 theatres for Elevation Pictures/United Artists Releasing. The Human-Dog Buddy Dramedy gets 76% on the Tomatometer.

Third goes to SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME with $7.6 million from 2,956 theatres for Sony Pictures, a total $772 million made domestically to date.

DEATH ON THE NILE lands in fourth with $6.5 million from 3,280 theatres for 20th Century Studios, a total $26.3 million over two weeks in theatres.

Rounding-out the Top Five is JACKASS FOREVER with $5.2 million for Paramount Pictures, a total $47 million over three weeks.