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James McAvoy gets into character for X-Men First Class, Zack Snyder talks Superman, and the BSG prequel starts filming!

James McAvoy explains how his portrayal of lead mutant Charles Xavier in X-Men: First Class is different from Patrick Stewart’s. Zack Snyder explains what Christopher Nolan has brought to the latest Superman movie that was missing from the previous ones. Plus the worlds of Harry Potter and Twilight collide in futuristic prison movie Incarceron, the…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Feb 11

Jon Favreau talks Cowboys & Aliens, more awesome Captain America photos, and will Jodie Foster be in Elysium after all?

Jon Favreau checks in with some context and commentary on the Cowboys & Aliens Super Bowl spot. Jodie Foster is far from a done deal for District 9 director Neil Blomkamp’s next film. Liam Neeson confirms that he’s done with Batman…for now. Nathan Fillion and Henry Rollins are teaming up for an animated Green Lantern…

Television Alasdair Wilkins Feb 8

An early obituary for Smallville, the show that just wouldn’t die

Smallville is a show of beguiling contradictions. It’s about Clark Kent, but no one refers to him as “Superman.” It’s steeped in DC comics arcana, but began its existence as a WB teen drama. It’s been on the air longer than Seinfeld, but almost no one owns up to watching it. Let’s delve into those…

io9 Cyriaque Lamar Feb 7

This Week’s TV: Bathroom Sex, Weird Supervillains and Anakin’s Horrifying Vision

Everybody’s flirting with the Dark Side on television this week. Sam Winchester’s discovering how bad he really went, Anakin Skywalker’s getting a horrific vision, and Peter Griffin is hanging out with Death. Meanwhile, we’re going back “Over There” on Fringe. John Laroquette is back on Chuck, and one member of the Luthor family is back…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Feb 7

The mysterious Superman female lead could be a famous villainess. Plus why Robin might be in Batman 3 after all!

We might know who the mysterious female lead of the Superman reboot actually is, and it’s a famous baddie from a classic Superman movie… although don’t count out Lois Lane just yet. The latest insane rumor for The Dark Knight Rises says Robin will be involved, but we have our doubts. Plus James Cameron talks…

Television Alasdair Wilkins Feb 7

The Superman reboot may feature a surprising female lead. Plus new insights into the Battlestar Galactica prequel!

Wake up with spoilers! Whoever the female main character is in the new Superman movie… it’s not who you think. The visual effects designer for The Dark Knight Rises promises the movie will use as many practical effects as possible — and that includes a real Anne Hathaway in a real Catwoman outfit. Brooklyn Decker…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Feb 4

Kristen Stewart won’t be playing Lois Lane. Plus how Bucky Barnes and Howard Stark fit into Captain America!

The Dark Knight Rises is going to be shot in as much IMAX as humanly possible. Twilight’s Kristen Stewart is out of the running for Lois Lane — assuming she was ever in contention to begin with. Learn what Bucky Barnes and Howard Stark bring to Captain America. Hugh Jackman is getting ridiculously bulked up…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Feb 3

Joseph Gordon-Levitt might be joining Batman 3 after all! Plus who will be Lois Lane in the Superman reboot?

Tom Hardy might not be the only Inception star who is joining The Dark Knight Rises, as Joseph Gordon-Levitt is in talks for a role. We’ve got confirmation that Anne Hathaway won’t just be playing Selina Kyle. Now that Henry Cavill is Superman, the search is on for Lois Lane – and some familiar names…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Feb 2

Christopher Nolan explains why he’s making Batman 3. Plus why Captain America is a modern Raiders of the Lost Ark!

In today’s spoiler roundup, Christopher Nolan discusses why he decided to go ahead with The Dark Knight Rises. Plus hints about Captain America and John Carter of Mars, James Bond casting news, and exciting Doctor Who details. Spoilers ahead! The Dark Knight Rises Director Christopher Nolan says he ultimately decided to make this movie because…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Feb 1

The Chuck showdown we’ve all been waiting for

This week, Fringe goes glam. Also, is Chuck finally putting Timothy Dalton in his place? Find out tonight! Plus Mena Suvari is a supervillain on The Cape. Smallville and Supernatural are really back. And Titanic gets the sequel it deserves. Today: Scooby Doo: Mystery Inc. comes back from its hiatus at 7 PM on Cartoon…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Jan 31

Our best look yet at the Spidey costume. Plus yet another crazy Robin Williams Batman rumor!

New set photos give us some close-up looks at the rebooted Spider-Man costume. Robin Williams is still rumored to play a Dark Knight Rises villain. Marc Ruffalo might not be Hulking out. Spoilers huzzah! The Dark Knight Rises For some unknown reason, Robin Williams keeps getting rumored for roles in the Batman movies. There was…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Jan 31

First I Am Number Four clips illustrate why this film is Twilight with aliens

Just how exactly will I Am Number Four bring the Twilight feeling to a story about an alien refugee? Six new clips from the film show just how Twi-cracky this film will get. Plus tons of Michael Bay-style explosions. Spoilers? I Am Number Four wasn’t exactly our favorite book of 2010, but we had some…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Jan 28

David O. Russell explains why he left Pride & Prejudice & Zombies. Plus why Battle: LA isn’t just another alien invasion movie!

Director David O. Russell explains why he dropped out of the zombie-fied Jane Austen movie, revealing some of what the film’s content. An Atonement actress joins The Hobbit, John Noble and Jasika Nicole talk Fringe, plus Torchwood casting news. Spoilers! Battle: Los Angeles Neil Brown Jr., who plays a marine in the movie, explains how…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Jan 28

Do toys reveal Green Lantern’s superpowered constructs? Plus more Spidey set photos and a new Source Code poster!

Warner Bros. has unveiled the Green Lantern tie-in toys that might reveal what constructs Hal Jordan forms in the movie. See more photos of the new Spider-Man running through the streets. And The Hunger Games has a release date. Spoilers! Spider-Man Reboot Here’s a bunch of new set photos: [Marie Claire] Green Lantern Warner Bros.…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Jan 26

Has a True Blood star emerged as the front-runner to play Superman? Plus Leonard Nimoy is returning to Fringe!

True Blood’s hunky werewolf could be the new Man of Steel. Sam Raimi’s still working on an Evil Dead reboot. Leonard Nimoy wants a return engagement as Dr. William Bell. Learn what’s next for Game of Thrones and Walking Dead. Superman Reboot Joe Magnaniello, who plays the werewolf Alcide on True Bood as well as…

Television Alasdair Wilkins Jan 25

Watch Tiffany and Debbie Gibson cat-fight (and hunt giant monsters!)

What television has to offer this week: the U.S. debut of time-traveling soap opera Being Erica. The return of Supernatural, Archer and Smallville. Tiffany and Debbie Gibson have a pie-fight, and still somehow cope with a Mega-Python and a Gatoroid. Today: Chuck marches forward, with “Chuck Vs. The Gobbler” at 8 PM on NBC. Here’s…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Jan 24

Matthew Vaughn responds to the X-Men cast photo, plus Neill Blomkamp’s District 9 follow-up finds a home!

Director Matthew Vaughn explains the much-derided X-Men: First Class cast photo and offers new images to make up for it. Robert Downey Jr. is leaving the Wizard of Oz prequel, but an equally big name could take his place. Spoilerbunga! X-Men: First Class Director Matthew Vaughn has responded to the rather dubious-looking cast photo that…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Jan 21

January Jones talks X-Men: First Class, plus an awesome new Green Lantern photo!

Mad Men’s January Jones talks about the plot, characters, costumes, and possible sequels for the X-Men prequel. A new Green Lantern photo unites hero and villain. We’ll know the star of The Dark Tower very soon. Wake up to spoilers! X-Men: First Class Emma Frost actress January Jones offers her thoughts on the breakneck fast…

io9 Alasdair Wilkins Jan 20

Jon Hamm puts Superman rumors to rest. Plus a major returning Doctor Who monster revealed!

Weird Halloween costumes show a better look at Captain America’s Red Skull. Justin Timberlake’s Now has last-minute reshoots. Moon director Duncan Jones explains what’s next after Source Code. A classic Doctor Who monster is photographed on set. Spoilers for everyone! Superman Reboot Mad Men star Jon Hamm once again addressed the rumors that he would…

Television Alasdair Wilkins Jan 18

Our first look at Captain America’s full costume and a Twilight wedding night, plus Fringe is going to get even crazier!

New photos give us our best look yet at Captain America’s movie costume and some Twilight sex. Cast and crew explain how Fringe is going for broke in its new timeslot, along with rumors of a major plot twist. Spoilers! Battle: Los Angeles An interview with rapper-turned-actor Ne-Yo, who plays Marine Corporal Sparks in the…

Television Alasdair Wilkins Jan 14

James McAvoy gets into character for X-Men First Class, Zack Snyder talks Superman, and the BSG prequel starts filming!

Jon Favreau talks Cowboys & Aliens, more awesome Captain America photos, and will Jodie Foster be in Elysium after all?

An early obituary for Smallville, the show that just wouldn’t die

This Week’s TV: Bathroom Sex, Weird Supervillains and Anakin’s Horrifying Vision

The mysterious Superman female lead could be a famous villainess. Plus why Robin might be in Batman 3 after all!

The Superman reboot may feature a surprising female lead. Plus new insights into the Battlestar Galactica prequel!

Kristen Stewart won’t be playing Lois Lane. Plus how Bucky Barnes and Howard Stark fit into Captain America!

Joseph Gordon-Levitt might be joining Batman 3 after all! Plus who will be Lois Lane in the Superman reboot?

Christopher Nolan explains why he’s making Batman 3. Plus why Captain America is a modern Raiders of the Lost Ark!

The Chuck showdown we’ve all been waiting for

Our best look yet at the Spidey costume. Plus yet another crazy Robin Williams Batman rumor!

First I Am Number Four clips illustrate why this film is Twilight with aliens

David O. Russell explains why he left Pride & Prejudice & Zombies. Plus why Battle: LA isn’t just another alien invasion movie!

Do toys reveal Green Lantern’s superpowered constructs? Plus more Spidey set photos and a new Source Code poster!

Has a True Blood star emerged as the front-runner to play Superman? Plus Leonard Nimoy is returning to Fringe!

Watch Tiffany and Debbie Gibson cat-fight (and hunt giant monsters!)

Matthew Vaughn responds to the X-Men cast photo, plus Neill Blomkamp’s District 9 follow-up finds a home!

January Jones talks X-Men: First Class, plus an awesome new Green Lantern photo!

Jon Hamm puts Superman rumors to rest. Plus a major returning Doctor Who monster revealed!

Our first look at Captain America’s full costume and a Twilight wedding night, plus Fringe is going to get even crazier!

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