The X-Men are back! Professor X, Magneto and more will soon be appearing in the highly anticipated "Avengers: Doomsday". But the future of the "X-Men" is already set beyond that. A new "X-Men" movie is in development! According to Hollywood insider Jeff Sneider, Marvel has now set its sights on two new actors for the project.

"The Incredibles" director Brad Bird is set to release "Ray Gunn," a retrofuturistic animated film. The film is scheduled to premiere on Netflix in 2026. The first images from "Ray Gunn" have already been released. Details about the film's plot have also been revealed.

The time has finally come: a "Metal Gear Solid" movie is in the works! After the project was stuck in development hell for over a decade, there is now concrete news for all Solid Snake fans. According to The Hollywood Reporter, directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein – who most recently directed "Final Destination: Bloodlines" – are set to helm the project.

"Spaceballs 2" is coming! It's been known for a while that Mel Brooks' cult classic is getting a sequel. Now fans finally have confirmation of exactly when the film will hit the big screen. The release date has been revealed!

There's set to be a remake of "Basic Instinct"! The controversial 1992 original became a box-office hit – and turned Sharon Stone into a global star. Now, the film's original screenwriter, Joe Eszterhas, is working on a reboot of the cult thriller. In an interview, screenwriter Joe Eszterhas, who wrote the script for the original, revealed that the story centres on a group of copycat killers. Supernatural elements are also set to play a significant role

When can we expect the next installment full of dinosaur action? It has been rumored for some time that a new "Jurassic World" movie is in development. An insider report now offers the first clues as to what the production schedule might look like – and which lead actress is set to return.

A high-profile addition to the second season of "Alien: Earth": as reported by Deadline, four-time Emmy Award winner Peter Dinklage is joining the cast of the science fiction series. Details about his role, however, are still undisclosed.

"Marvel Zombies" is apparently heading into its second season! In an interview with The Escape Pod, Brad Winderbaum, who is responsible for streaming, television and animation at Marvel, revealed that a second season of the animated series is in the works. In a recent statement, he disclosed that he had already had a first look at the "animatic" – that is, the animated rough cut – of the first episode of season 2.

The "Gremlins" are returning to the big screen—and there's speculation about a potential lead actress. Currently, rumors are circulating that Jenna Ortega is in talks for the lead role in "Gremlins 3." However, there is also a report that contradicts this. The release date for the sequel, on the other hand, has already been set.

Good news from Gotham City! Production on "The Batman 2" is finally moving forward – and a star from the first film is back on board. As reported by Deadline magazine, Andy Serkis will once again take on the role of Alfred Pennyworth, continuing to serve as Bruce Wayne's loyal butler.

There's a change in the works for the new "X-Men" film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Two new writers have joined the project: Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo. The pair have made a name for themselves primarily through the series "Beef" and "The Bear." "X-Men" director Jake Schreier also offered some hints about the film's narrative direction.

Exciting news about the "Elden Ring" film adaptation! After things had been unusually quiet around this mammoth project since the official announcement, the first leaks from the set are now fuelling plenty of speculation among fans. A clip that has appeared on TikTok shows an impressive backdrop that will likely be instantly recognisable to those familiar with the game's world. It features a massive ruined structure that bears a strong resemblance to one of the churches in Marika.

We won't be seeing Viggo Mortensen as Aragorn in "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum". This has been confirmed by director Andy Serkis. The question remains: who will replace him? There has already been speculation about a possible candidate for the role of Aragorn.

The Defenders are coming back! Marvel fans are currently enjoying the second season of "Daredevil: Born Again". But that's not all – a third season is already certain! First set photos now make it clear that Matt Murdock will be reunited with familiar faces: Luke Cage and Danny Rand ("Iron Fist")!

In "The Drama," Zendaya and Robert Pattinson make such a lovely couple—until a surprising plot twist hits! After that, everything threatens to go down the drain. In our spoiler-free META movie review, you'll find out how we at KinoCheck rate the film—and what other critics are saying!

Although the new "Star Wars" series "Maul – Shadow Lord" won't premiere on Disney+ until Easter Monday, Lucasfilm already seems convinced of the project's quality. As Dave Filoni himself announced, a second season of the animated series is already in the works. However, further details are still under wraps.

Dexter Morgan's new opponent has been revealed! According to multiple media reports, "Succession" star Brian Cox will take on the role of the New York Ripper! With this casting, the second season of the sequel series "Dexter: Resurrection" is slowly taking shape. Additionally, initial details about the release date have already been revealed.

The next big step for "Jumanji 3": Filming for the upcoming blockbuster has wrapped. Lead actor Dwayne Johnson announced this on social media along with some fresh impressions. The superstar gave "Jumanji" fans a behind-the-scenes look. But that's not the only "Jumanji 3" update: The release date for the final film has also recently been pushed back.

Following the phenomenal success of the horror thriller "Weapons", Warner Bros is following up immediately: a prequel titled "Gladys" is currently in the works. According to Deadline, a screenwriter has now been found for the project. The man in question is Zach Shields, who previously worked on "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire".

After "Scream 7" took the box office by storm and became the most financially successful installment in the entire franchise, another sequel was only a matter of time. Now, it's a done deal! As Deadline reports, work on "Scream 8" is already in full swing. Information about the cast is still pending, but we fully expect Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox to return in their iconic roles.

In "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," Mario and Luigi face off against Bowser Jr. He's determined to help his father regain his former glory—and it seems the little rascal will stop at nothing to achieve that. In our META movie review, you'll find out how we at KinoCheck rate this animated adventure—and what other critics are saying!

An iconic horror franchise returns! A new film based on the horror phenomenon "The Blair Witch Project" has been in development for some time now. According to Hollywood insider Daniel Richtman, the production is now taking the next big step: the project has apparently found its director!