Barbie Movie Surpasses $1 Billion Milestone Under Greta Gerwig’s Direction, Making Box Office History
Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie deserve congratulations as Barbie’s global box office earnings have exceeded $1 billion within its third weekend, making Gerwig the first female solo director to reach this milestone. The film’s success has surprised even distribution executives and is attributed to Gerwig’s skill in bringing the iconic character to life across generations with a resonating and entertaining story. Barbie continues to perform well internationally, maintaining strong numbers in various markets and securing the top spot in 35 of them. The movie has also become the second highest-grossing studio film of 2023, following only The Super Mario Bros Movie. The film’s immense achievement is attributed to the collaborative efforts of the filmmaking team, including Mattel and Warner Bros., leading to a remarkable moviegoing experience embraced by audiences worldwide. Source – Deadline
Promotional Strategy Unveiled for ‘Killing It’ Comedy Season Two Launch on Peacock, Showcasing Unique Platforms for First Season Episodes
As NBCUniversal prepares for the second season launch of the Craig Robinson comedy “Killing It” on Peacock, a unique promotional strategy has been unveiled. The show’s first season will have select episodes aired on various platforms, including the first three episodes on YouTube, the first episode on TikTok, and the first two episodes on USA Network. The series follows Craig Foster (Robinson) and his Uber driver, Jillian (Claudia O’Doherty), as they enter a snake-hunting contest to achieve their dreams, leading to unexpected adventures. In the upcoming second season, they become co-owners of a saw palmetto berry farm, but face challenges when the farm is infested with giant African land snails. Created by Dan Goor and Luke Del Tredici, the show is produced by Universal Television and features guest appearances from notable comedians. Robinson also serves as an executive producer alongside Mark Schulman. Source – Deadline
Liam Cunningham Wants to Return as Davos
In the ever-expanding landscape of television, where shows seem to multiply rather than conclude, the Game of Thrones franchise remains a dominant force. Despite mixed reactions to the series finale, the success of the first spinoff, House of the Dragon, has set the stage for more ventures into the world of Westeros. Kit Harington, known for his role as Jon Snow, is actively developing a sequel to Game of Thrones, sparking anticipation and speculation among fans. Liam Cunningham, who portrayed Ser Davos Seaworth, expresses openness to joining Harington’s new series.
“I did send [Kit] a text saying, ‘Better Call Davos,’” Cunningham “I haven’t heard anything back.” Source – Den of Geek
The Witcher Creator Andrzej Sapkowski Announces Upcoming Novel
Andrzej Sapkowski, the creator of The Witcher series, has confirmed that he is writing a new book in the fantasy franchise, marking the first addition to the Witcher canon since 2013’s “Season of Storms.” In a live-stream interview with Ukrainian fans, Sapkowski revealed his ongoing work on the novel, stating his hesitancy to discuss projects until completion due to past experiences. While details about the new Witcher book remain undisclosed, speculation arises about whether it will continue protagonist Geralt of Rivia’s adventures or explore a prequel storyline. The potential for adaptation by Netflix’s Witcher series also hangs in the balance, with showrunner Lauren S. Hissrich and her team evaluating the novel’s translation to the screen, given the previous challenges in adapting Sapkowski’s intricate narratives. Source – redanianintelligence
Street Fighter 6 and TMNT Collaboration
Street Fighter 6 and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fans are in for an exciting crossover as TMNT-themed gear, emotes, titles, stamps, and costumes, allowing players to transform into their favorite turtle, are set to be introduced into Street Fighter 6 on August 8. The announcement was made at EVO 2023, revealing a teaser that showcases the collaboration’s fan service, featuring a TMNT-themed storefront in the Battle Hub, character costumes, turtle-like emotes, and various in-game accessories. While not full DLC characters like in Injustice 2, this partnership offers a fun and immersive blend of the iconic franchises, coinciding with the release of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem in theaters and the upcoming arrival of the original 1987 TMNT series on Nickelodeon. Source – IGN
Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmare Set to Ride onto PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch
Rockstar has revealed that Red Dead Redemption, along with its zombie-themed add-on Undead Nightmare, will be available on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch starting August 17. The 2010 Western adventure will be ported to the new platforms by UK developer Double Eleven Studios, with PlayStation 5 backward compatibility supported. The port is described as a “conversion” rather than a remaster or remake, and includes additional language support. The game will be priced at $49.99 on the Nintendo Switch eShop and PlayStation Store, with physical versions arriving on October 13. However, there’s no mention of PC or Xbox versions, leaving PC players disappointed. The game follows protagonist John Marston’s quest across the American west and Mexico to hunt down the remaining members of the Van der Linde Gang, and the Nintendo Switch and PS4 versions also include the Undead Nightmare expansion where Marston faces off against a zombie horde. Source – Rockstar
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