Top 5: Legendary And WB Part Ways, 'DOCTOR STRANGE' Is The New 'IRON MAN' And More

Top 5:  Legendary And WB Part Ways, 'DOCTOR STRANGE' Is The New 'IRON MAN' And More

The top 5 news stories of the week. Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros. are parting ways amid new reports that assert a disappointing opening weekend for "Pacific Rim." The "Terminator" franchise is being rebooted, Jim Carrey denounces "Kick-Ass 2" and more.

By MarkJulian - Jun 30, 2013 03:06 PM EST
Filed Under: Doctor Strange



Top 5 Stories For The Week Ending 06/28/2013


Jim Carrey Has A "Change Of Heart" About KICK-ASS 2 Because Of Sandy Hook
Jim Carrey's change of heart concerning "Kick-Ass 2" made waves in the media due to America's current political climate regarding gun control. Since his reversal of personal opinion, Carrey has somewhat come under fire from those who point out the fact that the comedic actor read the script for "Kick-Ass 2" months in advance of the tragedy and knew exactly what he was signing up for.

Legendary And Warner Bros. Officially Part Ways
For now, all we know for sure is that Warner Bros. wants a more hands on approach with its DC Comics adaptations. What that exactly means moving forward in the wake of Legendary's departure remains to be seen. Within the reveal of the split between the two film studios is an assertion that "Pacific Rim" is currently tracking for a poor opening weekend domestically.

DOCTOR STRANGE To Be Marvel Studios' New Star Franchise In Phase 3 & Beyond
Label this one as a rumor for now but details in the article above states that "Doctor Strange" will be the "Iron Man" of Marvel Studios' Phase III. With Robert Downey Jr. appearing to be only willing to commit for two more appearances in "The Avengers" sequels, it seems plausible on the surface.

Zack Snyder On MAN OF STEEL 2 Progress
Not a whole lot of new information in this interview with "Man of Steel" director Zack Snyder but he does reveal that there's actually been no official talks with Warner Bros. on a sequel as he's busy promoting internationally.

TERMINATOR Reboot To Launch New Trilogy In 2015!
"The first in a standalone trilogy...", that sure sounds like a reboot. Presently there are rumors that Arnold Schwarzenegger and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson are in talks for unspecified roles but they're just that...rumors.


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Sony Pictures Planning CAPTAIN PLANET AND THE PLANETEERS Movie

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