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Apple TV+'s SEVERANCE & TED LASSO Lead the Second Annual HCA TV Awards Streaming Nominations
by Michael Major - Jul 7, 2022


Netflix’s pop culture phenomenon, Stranger Things, is part of a three-way tie with the Hulu comedy, Only Murders in the Building, and the Hulu Limited Series, Dopesick with a total of 9 nominations each. Stranger Things has been the talk of social media ever since its season four debut on May 27th.

Disney+ Unveils Launch Date for Marvel Studios' I AM GROOT Shorts
by Michael Major - Jun 6, 2022


Disney+ announced the latest Marvel Studios addition to their exciting summer lineup, “I Am Groot.” 'I Am Groot” is a collection of five original shorts starring Baby Groot, everyone’s favorite little tree, and will feature several new and unusual characters. All five shorts will be available for viewers to watch upon launch. 

HBO Max Hit Series PEACEMAKER Renewed For A Second Season
by Michael Major - Feb 16, 2022


Following the stellar launch of Peacemaker, HBO Max has renewed the critically acclaimed and fan favorite series, written and directed by James Gunn and starring John Cena, for a second season. The cast also includes Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, Chukwudi Iwuji, Steve Agee, and Robert Patrick.

VIDEO: John Cena Talks PEACEMAKER on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2022


John Cena sat down on Good Morning America this morning to discuss his new tole in hBO Max's DC Comic series Peacemaker. The new series will explore the origins of the character that John Cena first portrayed in James Gunn's 2021 film, 'The Suicide Squad'. The series also features Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, and more.

VIDEO: Watch John Cena in a New PEACEMAKER Trailer
by Michael Major - Jan 3, 2022


The series stars John Cena as Peacemaker, Danielle Brooks as Adebayo, Freddie Stroma as Vigilante, Jennifer Holland as Harcourt, Steve Agee as Economos, Chukwudi Iwuji as Murn and Robert Patrick as Auggie Smith. Watch the new trailer now!

VIDEO: Watch John Cena in a New Clip From PEACEMAKER on HBO Max
by Michael Major - Dec 28, 2021


HBO Max has released a new clip from the Max Original series Peacemaker, written and directed by James Gunn. In the clip, Peacemaker (John Cena) meets his new team and receives his new mission. The cast also features Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, and Steve Agee. Watch the new clip now!

VIDEO: First Look at the All New Teaser For HBO Max's PEACEMAKER
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2021


HBO Max has released a teaser trailer for the Max Original series Peacemaker, written and directed by James Gunn and produced by Peter Safran, at DC FanDome.

HBO Max Will Be Available In 39 Territories In Latin America And The Caribbean Starting June 29th
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021


HBO Max offers the whole family content from some of the best storytellers and talent across Latin America and all around the world, including movies, series, documentaries, reality shows, and kids’ content and live sports.

VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer for James Gunn's THE SUICIDE SQUAD
by Sarah Leiber - Mar 26, 2021


Warner Bros. Pictures Presents An Atlas Entertainment/Peter Safran Production, A James Gunn Film, “The Suicide Squad.” The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures.

Danielle Brooks Joins PEACEMAKER on HBO Max
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 11, 2020


'The Color Purple' Broadway star Danielle Brooks has joined the cast of 'Peacemaker,' a sequel series to 'The Suicide Squad.'

PEACEMAKER is Coming To HBO Max
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 23, 2020


Oh f*ck, it’s Peacemaker! HBO Max is set to explore the origins of the Peacemaker character, the master of weapons from the highly anticipated upcoming The Suicide Squad film, in the new Max Original action-adventure-comedy series Peacemaker.

James Gunn Says GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY 3 and THE SUICIDE SQUAD Will Be Released as Planned
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2020


Director James Gunn has confirmed on Twitter that, as of now, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and The Suicide Squad, will not be delayed due to the current health crisis.

Social: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Hanks and More Pay Tribute to Adam Schlesinger
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2020


The entertainment community is bereft at the loss of Emmy and Grammy winner and Oscar nominee Adam Schlesinger, who passed away today from coronavirus-related complications.

Yoshiki Donates $100,000 To Australian Wildfire Relief And Rain Forest Trust
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 13, 2020


YOSHIKI – internationally renowned, composer, classically-trained pianist, rock drummer and leader of the rock group X JAPAN – has donated $100,000 -- $50,000 to the Australian Red Cross to aid victims of the Australian wildfires and $50,000 to the Rainforest Trust's Conservation Action Fund – to two of the world's most urgent environmental issues through his 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Yoshiki Foundation America.

Disney to Release Four Marvel Studios in 2022, Four in 2023
by Abigail Charpentier - Nov 15, 2019


Disney has unveiled the calendar for several upcoming releases and revealed four Marvel Studios will be coming in 2022 with another four in 2023.

AVENGERS: ENDGAME, Pharrell to be Honored at the HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 17, 2019


The Hollywood Film Awards announced today that the critically acclaimed worldwide phenomenon, “Avengers: Endgame,” the all-time highest-grossing film in history, will receive the “Hollywood Blockbuster Award,” presented to Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige and Executive Vice President of Production Victoria Alonso at the 23rd Annual “Hollywood Film Awards.” Additionally, award-winning musical artist and producer Pharrell Williams will be honored at the ceremony with the “Hollywood Song Award” for his song “Letter To My Godfather,” from the Clarence Avant documentary “The Black Godfather.” Actor and comedian Rob Riggle will host the “Hollywood Film Awards,” which will take place on Sunday, November 3, 2019, at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA.

Martin Scorsese Criticizes Marvel Films; Directors Fight Back on Twitter
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2019


Martin Scorsese has shared his opinions on Marvel films, which has caused some backlash from the films' directors on Twitter.

James Gunn Releases Full SUICIDE SQUAD Cast
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 15, 2019


Variety reports that director James Gunn has posted all 24 names of cast members for his upcoming film, “The Suicide Squad”-- a sequel to the 2016 DC comic book movie.

Peter Capaldi Joins THE SUICIDE SQUAD, Pete Davidson in Talks
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 3, 2019


Variety reports that Peter Capaldi has officially joined 'The Suicide Squad,' a DC sequel from 'Guardians of the Galaxy' director James Gunn. 'Saturday Night Live''s Pete Davidson is also reportedly in talks to join the cast. 

Taika Waititi May Join SUICIDE SQUAD Sequel
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 27, 2019


Variety reports that director and actor Taika Waititi is in talks to join the sequel to 'Suicide Squad.'  James Gunn directs.

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