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Does This Deciphered Clue from AHSOKA Season 1 Give Big Hints Toward Season 2?

It’s been some time since we heard anything about a second season of Star Wars: Ahsoka. Yet we know that Dave Filoni is cooking up a season two, telling the further adventures of Rosario Dawson’s Jedi heroine. And now, some fans believe they’ve deciphered an old clue about just where the show is heading. And this clue was planted right in the very first episodes. Via IGN, we’ve learned that Screen Rant shared an image of the Arcana runes from Ahsoka’s two-episode premiere, alongside a message that fans have deciphered and posted to Reddit. Here’s what the translated letters revealed:

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Three there were who made the journey, without whose knowledge there is no returning. A pathway connecting near and far, across the heavens star to star. Despite great powers which do object, this secret way the three protect. So heed the path with a watchful eye, for if you wander you will die.

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Well, that was plenty cryptic. The three who made the journey might be the three Great Mothers of the Nightsisters we meet who serve Thrawn on Peridea. But we think the answer is a little grander. In the Ahsoka season one finale, we see Baylan Skoll standing atop a giant statue of The Father. Fans of The Clone Wars know, the Father is one of three Force gods, who reside in a realm called Mortis. The Father has a Daughter, who represents the light side, and a Son, who represents the dark side. The Father was the balance between the two.

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In The Clone Wars, the Daughter gave her life energy to restore a young Ahsoka back to life. In a sense, she lives on within Ahsoka. So by going to Peridea, Ahsoka Tano might be fulfilling some kind of grand destiny. Is she taking the Daughter’s place? Will she return to the main Star Wars galaxy “more powerful than you can possibly imagine,” to quote her old friend Obi-Wan? Hopefully, we find out soon. Ahsoka season two has not begun filming yet. So we don’t expect to see a second season prior to 2026 at this point. Maybe then, these mysteries will have answers.

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How Robert Downey Jr. Can Be Both Tony Stark and the True Doctor Doom in the MCU

Ever since the big announcement in Hall H at Comic-Con this year that Robert Downey Jr. would be back in the MCU, the reaction has been divisive. Some fans love that the franchise’s signature star will be back. Others are mad that Doctor Doom, arguably Marvel’s greatest villain, will merely be a Multiversal variant of Tony Stark. But what if the answer is more complicated (and simple) than that? What if RDJ’s version of Doom is both a Tony variant and also authentically Victor von Doom? Here’s how Marvel Studios could, and should, handle the Doctor Doom of it all when Avengers: Doomsday arrives.

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Thanks to the time travel plot of Avengers: Endgame, we know Tony Stark was born to Howard and Maria Stark sometime in 1970. We also know, thanks to Captain America: Civil War, that Tony’s parents were assassinated by the Winter Soldier some time in 1991, when Tony was about 21. For unknown reasons, Howard Stark got in Hydra’s crosshairs in a bad way and they wanted him eliminated. Probably so they could infiltrate Stark Industries. For all we know, Obadiah Stane worked for Hydra. He sure seemed the type. But what if that assassination of the Starks came much earlier in a different branch of the timeline?

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Imagine a scenario where Howard and Maria Stark, along with their infant son Tony, are on a business trip to the war-torn country of Latveria. Stark was an arms dealer after all. He might have been supplying weapons to its cruel ruler, Baron Vladimir Fortunov, or local rebels. Most likely, the rebels. Howard was ultimately a good dude. It’s possible Hydra sends the Winter Soldier much earlier in the timeline to kill him. Only this time, he’s not alone. He’s with his wife and son. The part of the Winter Soldier that is still Bucky Barnes might not be able to bring himself to murder a child. So he drops off the infant at the doorstep of a local family—the von Dooms. As far as the world is concerned, the Stark family were all killed in Eastern Europe in a terrible accident. No one is looking for baby Tony.

Tony Stark/Victor von Doom: From Riches to Rags to RichesMarvel Comics

This means that Tony, now named Victor, grew up in completely different circumstances than his Sacred Timeline counterpart. He would still have Tony’s brain, and his innate scientific genius. Genetically, they are the same person after all. But the Victor variant would have grown up in an impoverished country where he didn’t have access to the perks Tony grew up with. Sure, Tony lost his parents tragically. But he still grew up pampered and rich, living a carefree life of a playboy. Victor von Doom would not have been so lucky.

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Victor would no doubt have grown up with the suffering of the Latverians all around him. They were all the subjugated subjects of Baron Fortunov. He would have grown up bitter, angry, and with plans to bend the world to his will. And just like in the comics, he would have used his genius to eventually take over the country, installing himself as its ruler. For saving them, the population of Latveria would practically worship him. His adoptive mother could have also introduced him to the dark arts, giving him an edge over his counterpart, who only knew science. In every way, Robert Downey Jr.’s Victor von Doom would be comics-accurate, except for being the twin of Tony Stark.

“New Mask, Same Task” Marvel Studios

Doctor Doom is famous for his massive ego, and his inability to let someone else be better than him at anything. In the comics, that’s usually Reed Richards of the Fantastic Four. It’s quite possible Victor learns of his variant, who got to live a life of luxury, become a superhero, and die saving his reality. That is something that would drive him to become an even better version of himself, so he’d be the ultimate incarnation of himself, despite growing up in humble surroundings. As RDJ said at Comic-Con, “New mask, same task.” Victor von Doom will try to save the world from itself like Tony tried to with Ultron. Only he’d go about it in a far more ruthless way. If you thought Ultron was bad, wait until you meet the Doombots.

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Robert Downey Jr. has said in recent interviews that he is indeed playing Victor von Doom, erasing any doubt. So this isn’t just a variant of Tony Stark using the infamous Doom name, armor, and costume. Nor will they just handwave away the fact that Doom looks just like the most famous name in the MCU. Sure, many actors have played multiple roles in the MCU already, so there’s precedent for that. But this is someone who is the literal face of the franchise. There’s going to be a reason why Doctor Doom looks just like Tony Stark, even if he’s not the same guy. And we feel this is the most elegant solution. We’ll know what Kevin Feige and Marvel have planned to explain all this when Avengers: Doomsday hits theaters in 2026.

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Will We See Rivendell in THE RINGS OF POWER Season 2? Showrunner Has ‘No Comment’

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power takes place in the Second Age of Middle-earth. And those familiar with the lore will know that sometime during that time period of Middle-earth, the elf Elrond founds a now iconic Middle-earth location, The Lord of the Rings‘ Rivendell. But could we start to see the first hints of Rivendell coming onto the scene in The Rings of Power season two? When Nerdist asked this question of The Rings of Power Showrunner Patrick McKay, he offered, “Oh gosh… No comment.”

Below, we discuss the finer points Tolkien shares about the founding of Rivendell in the Second Age and how they might relate to The Rings of Power season two. We’ve put up a spoiler warning out of an abundance of caution.

[image error]The Timeline of Rivendell’s Founding Matches The Rings of Power Season Two’s Time Frame

McKay‘s answer regarding The Rings of Power‘s Rivendell is fair enough. After all, season two of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has not yet even released. But one thing we do know about season two of The Rings of Power is that it will feature the Siege of Eregion. This siege is a famous Second Age battle in The Lord of the Rings world. It takes place because after the elven smith, Celebrimbor, who is Lord of Eregion, learns of Sauron’s evil, he seeks to deny Sauron the Rings of Power they forged together in the realm. Sauron, of course, does not like that and attacks Eregion. And it’s this Seige of Eregion that led us to think of Rivendell’s emergence on The Rings of Power in the first place.

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According to The Silmarillion, “From that time (after the forging of the rings) war never ceased between Sauron and the Elves; and Eregion was laid waste… In that time the stronghold and refuge of Imladris, that Men called Rivendell, was founded by Elrond Half-elven.” The siege of Eregion seems to lead right into the founding of Rivendell, according to The Lord of the Rings‘ lore.

Tolkien speaks of this time with a little more detail in the Unfinished Tales. He notes, “Elrond was able to extricate himself (from the siege of Eregion), but he was forced away northwards, and it was at that time [in the year 1697, according to the Tale of Years] that he established a refuge and stronghold at Imladris (Rivendell).” Of course, in Tolkien’s writings, the siege of Eregion began in 1695, and Elrond founded Rivendell in 1697. However, in The Rings of Power, the siege of Eregion is unlikely to take two years to finish, at least, not without a time skip. So, although it’s not certain, and timelines could always change or evolve on the series, it does look like there is some chance that Rivendell will begin to emerge in season two of The Rings of Power; especially if the series doesn’t want to end the season on a wholly dour note.

Prime VideoThe Rings of Power Season 2 Could Use Rivendell to Bring Some Light to the Series

After all, we do see Elrond heading into battle this season on The Rings of Power, which, as The Lord of the Rings‘ texts share, is the step that comes before he founds Rivendell. The Rings of Power‘s Elrond does seem like he still has some growing up to do before he assumes major power. That much feels true. But the coming of evil will certainly speed up the process of his maturing. If nothing else, it would be nice for Elrond to found Rivendell in season two of The Rings of Power as a source of light in the darkness. With so many villains rising and wickedness taking hold across Middle-earth, a stronghold of light and hope would be a welcome sight indeed. And if The Rings of Power season two wanted to end the season on a hopeful note instead of a dour one, concluding with the founding of Rivendell would certainly leave us and Middle-earth with a little light.

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Jenna Ortega Is Pretty Sure She Auditioned for the Part of Chani in DUNE

Actress Jenna Ortega is only 21 years old, and in just a few years’ time, she’s quickly become a megastar. She’s already something of a horror icon too, thanks to back-to-back roles in X, Scream V, Scream VI, Wednesday, and soon Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. However, she was almost a sci-fi icon instead. In an interview with Buzzfeed, via Variety, they asked her which role she auditioned for, and didn’t get. Ortega revealed that she believes she auditioned for the role of Chani in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune. This was over six years ago. Here’s what she had to say about how she almost made a trip to Arrakis:

I think I auditioned for Dune when I was about 15. I remember being a big fan of that film and that franchise and everything like that and being really excited for that interview because Denis [Villeneuve] is one of my favorite filmmakers. I think it was Chani. I think it was Zendaya’s. But they weren’t saying that. Everything was very secret.

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First off, kudos to then-15-year-old Jenna Ortega for being a fan of the Dune franchise when it was just one ’80s David Lynch movie and a low-budget Syfy Channel mini-series. That’s pretty punk rock. Second, as much as we love her, we also get why they never cast her. Sadly, she was just too young for the part at the time, and no doubt they wanted Paul Atreides and Chani to be closer in age. Timothée Chalamet was already well into his 20s. No doubt, Ortega found herself quite disappointed. Especially as a fan of Frank Herbert’s world. But there’s always a chance she could be in Dune: Messiah. That’s due to start filming in the next year or so, we hope. Now, let the Dune fan casting for Jenna Ortega begin!

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THE RINGS OF POWER Stars Tease ‘Meeting of the Exes’ as Galadriel and Adar Face Off Against Sauron

The Rings of Power‘s stars recently sat down with Nerdist for an interview to discuss season two of the series. Among other fascinating insights, Morfydd Clark, who plays Galadriel, Charlie Vickers, who plays Sauron, and Sam Hazeldine, who plays Adar, chimed in on the trailer-teased “Meeting of Sauron’s exes” in the upcoming season. Yes, however unlikely it might have felt in season one, in season two of The Rings of Power, Galadriel and Adar seem to (at least consider) teaming up against the being that hurt them both (in not dissimilar ways), Sauron. But what is that alliance like for the fairly antagonistic Galadriel and Adar? And what does Sauron think about two old flames teaming up against him in such a fashion? Here’s what Clark, Hazeldine, and Vickers had to share about the complex relationships between their characters in The Rings of Power season two.

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When asked about what Nerdist has termed “the meeting of the exes,” Clark notes that there’s shared pain that connects Galadriel and Adar when it comes to Sauron, and that’s quite possibly the only thing that their tenuous relationship is based on. “The thing that unites them is that they’ve both been deceived and hurt in the same way, which I don’t think is often the case and can make for quite a complicated alliance.” She goes on to share, “Neither of them are comfortable with it. I would say that there’s a possibility that they could be on the same page about anything. No. I think particularly for Galadriel, the thought that she ever be anywhere near close to agreeing with Adar is just gross to her.” But regardless of those feelings, there’s an urgency at hand that draws them together.

Hazeldine agrees, “But what can we do? We have to do something because we could all be completely enslaved, wiped out by Sauron. So we have to kind of think of something and there’s no time.”

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Still, beyond a meeting of circumstance, it feels like the relationship between Adar and Galadriel will evolve in The Rings of Power season two. It is after all their intimate knowledge of Sauron and his threat to all things that brings them together, and the very specific experience they both went through as elves touched by evil. Morfydd Clark notes that we very well may see Galadriel regret the exchange she had with Adar in season one of the series, now that she herself has been transformed by darkness. In it, she very callously dismissed him as “ruined,” among other choice words.

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Clark shares, “I think that she was as far away from her elveness and herself as she has ever been during that meeting. And I think also it’s good for her to feel a little ashamed. It’s difficult for the elves because they don’t make a huge amount of mistakes and you do learn from them. And with mistakes come wisdom depending on how you manage it. Yeah. So I think, as Adar alluded to in the first season, he does hold up a mirror to her that is painful to look into.”

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As to the question of how they both feel about with Sauron in The Rings of Power season two, Clark notes that “she’s being haunted” by him. She offers a very coy shrug when asked if Sauron is whispering inside of Galadriel’s head this season. But Hazeldine chimes in to say, “Yeah, well he does, doesn’t he?” Before adding that, Sauron is relying on having broken Galadriel. He shares, “For Galadriel, it’s a fresh hurt. Sauron’s relying on her being broken by what he’s done to her and she has to not be broken and step up when she’s most needed.” Clark gives his assessment of Galdriel and Sauron’s current status the seal of approval.

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But what does the Dark Lord himself, Sauron, think of all this wound-licking and aligning between the two elves, whom in a sense, he hoped to manipulate and deceive so that they would join him in his cause? Charlie Vickers’ Sauron is pointing his finger at Adar and Galadriel. Vickers shares, “I think he’d be a bit bitter. Two old foes just finally uniting against him. I think he’d probably be quite upset because I think he would hope that they would’ve joined him and be fighting alongside him, but that makes him all the more determined to defeat them.” He concludes by sharing that Sauron thinks, “They chose the wrong person, they chose the wrong side.”

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The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power releases on August 29th, it streams on Prime Video.

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Donald Duck Makes for a Memorable HOT ONES Guest

Donald Duck is having a milestone year, as the Disney animated icon is celebrating 90 years in show business. And what better way to keep yourself relevant in popular culture after nine decades than by going on the massively popular YouTube series, Hot Ones? Donald appears on the First We Feast YouTube sensation, seeing how much composure he can keep eating one spicy cauliflower bite after another. (No, they aren’t chicken wings. Donald’s not a cannibal.) Will he fare as well as Pedro Pascal did as a Hot Ones guest? Or Tom Holland? You can check out Donald Duck’s full appearance on Hot Ones right here and find out.

The folks at Hot Ones curated a special Disney Villains-themed line of hot sauces for Donald to sample during the interview, making sure he felt right at home. Well, mostly villains; there were five Disney character hot sauces in total, including Queen of Roasted Hearts, the Red Queen from Alice in Wonderland’s very own brand, and Powerline Shock Sauce, a tribute to the musical icon from A Goofy Movie. Then there’s Maleficent’s Fury, Cherna Bar-B-Q, the Fantasia demon Chernabog’s own flavor, and Straight out of Hades, something fans of Disney’s Hercules should love. We’re so glad Daisy Duck convinced our boy Donald to go on the show.

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Honestly, Donald seems more annoyed at watching random celebrities trying to imitate his voice while a guest on Hot Ones. Certainly more than anything he ate. Actually, we don’t blame him. Imitating Donald Duck is a skill everyone seems to think they have, but few actually do. Luckily, Donald has an Emotional Support Mouse waiting offstage by the name of Mickey when he starts blowing his top. Maybe Mickey Mouse would fare better on Hot Ones than his temperamental friend. Oh, and has anyone tried to book Daffy Duck on the show yet? We have a feeling he’d be even harder to wrangle than his Disney rival.

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New DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE Gambit Scene Hints at MCU Return for Character

Channing Tatum has been praying to god for the MCU to make a Gambit solo movie. And now, it seems like his wish is just one step closer to coming true, thanks to the sudden appearance of a “Marvel Sparkle Circle” in Gambit’s life. Ryan Reynolds shared a new Gambit scene from Deadpool & Wolverine which should delight Gambit’s many fans. This actually isn’t a new or deleted Gambit scene from Deadpool & Wolverine; instead, Ryan Reynolds shares that “A version of the sequence is in the film — on one of the monitors in the deep background of the TVA.” That version of the Gambit scene, however, doesn’t show us what this one does. As he’s walking through the remains of a battle, Gambit sees a sling ring portal opening for him in the sky. This scene doesn’t necessarily mean a Gambit solo movie is coming to the MCU, but it certainly implies that it could.

You can watch the new Gambit scene from Deadpool & Wolverine below.

*whispers* Marvel Sparkle Circle #DeadpoolAndWolverine❤️💛 pic.twitter.com/TtuZ5jSAdL

— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) August 27, 2024

The version of the scene in the Deadpool & Wolverine movie confirmed that Gambit remained alive after the gory fight in the Void with Cassandra Nova’s forces. But this new take on it reveals that Gambit is no longer stuck in the Void; instead, he’s welcomed out of it by a Marvel Sparkle Circle. That means after this scene, Channing Tatum’s Gambit can leave behind no man’s land and head to… well, his own solo movie if the Marvel gods wish for it to happen and/or anywhere in the multiverse.

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Overall, Deadpool & Wolverine served as a goodbye to the 20th Century Fox versions of the X-Men characters. But it must be said that Gambit never really got his day in the sun. And so we suppose it would be okay, and kind of expected, for Marvel Studios to bring him back in an MCU movie, given his popularity after Deadpool & Wolverine.

Of course, as we said, just because Channing Tatum’s Gambit sees a sling-ring portal welcoming him to step back into the greater MCU in this new scene doesn’t mean he absolutely will. But whether or not we get to see it, we feel glad for Gambit that he can leave behind the Void.

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Joel McHale Joins YELLOWJACKETS Season 3

Yellowjackets season two left us at the edge of our seats. Natalie, of course, took center stage, making a splash in both timelines. In the wilderness era, Natalie seemingly took on the role of the Antler Queen, while in the future/adult timeline, she met her death. There was also a ramp of cannibalism, and a huge fire sprung up, destroying the team’s only shelter the snow. Phew! But it looks like it will be a while before we return to the wilderness. Yellowjackets season three has shared its release window, and the show won’t resurface until 2025. However, to tide us over, we’re getting behind-the-scenes tidbits and quotes from the cast about the future of the show.

ShowtimeJoel McHale Joins Yellowjackets Season Three

Variety reports that Joel McHale has joined Yellowjackets as a guest star in season three. There is no word yet on the specifics of the role he will play.

ShowtimeElijah Wood’s Walter Will Return in Yellowjackets Season Three

In a new behind-the-scenes look from the set of Yellowjackets season three, we learned that Elijah Wood’s Walter would be back for more wilderness fun. We’re glad to hear it because we absolutely loved Wood’s turn in the series and Walter’s hilariously wonderful dynamic with Misty.

You can check out the full Yellowjacket season three tease below. Who knows what you might see.

Yellowjackets‘ Season Three 2025 Release Window

According to Deadline, Yellowjackets season three will not release until 2025. The publication reveals, “Following the writers and actors strikes that delayed production for most scripted series, the writers room for the Showtime psychological thriller reopened in September. Pre-production for the series was shut down just one day after the WGA strike began last May.”

Although work on Yellowjackets quickly resumed, Deadline notes, “The third season of Yellowjackets will not be premiering until 2025.” No further specifics on the release are currently available.

Yellowjackets‘ Bonus Season Two Episode

In June of 2023, Yellowjackets‘ showrunner Ashely Lyle teased a bonus, secret episode that would take place between seasons two and three. At the time, Lyle indicated the episode would release closer to season three. Of course, that was before the height of the Hollywood strikes truly hit. Since this tease, we haven’t heard anything more about the release date of the secret episode. But we’ll certainly have our ears open.

Juliette Lewis on Returning as Adult Nat in YellowjacketsShowtime

Although we’ll have to wait a little longer for more Yellowjackets, comments from the cast and crew will hopefully sate our hunger until the series can return to our screens. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Juliette Lewis, who plays the now-dead Natalie, kept the door open for more from the chaotic character in adult form. The publication notes that “Lewis seemed open to the idea of her character returning in a flashback or some other way.” The actress further shared, “I don’t know anything, but I think that’s a good idea. We’ll see what happens.”

Yellowjackets is a show where the surreal happens every day, after all. If a man with no eyes can be running around causing trouble and Shauna can give a makeover to her frozen friend in ghostly form, then Natalie could certainly pop up in some form or another.

The Rest of the Cast Tease Yellowjackets Season Three

But Lewis wasn’t the only cast member to recently tease the future of Yellowjackets. Here’s what we gleaned from other cast members about the series’ future.

Samantha Hanratty Talks Misty’s RelationshipsShowtime

First up, Samantha Hanratty, who plays teen Misty, spoke to Entertainment Tonight and The Hollywood Reporter about Yellowjackets season three. She offered about Adult Natalie’s death, “Juliette Lewis is such a fantastic actress that [it] really breaks my heart. They’re such a big part of the show. I think that with that grief, it’s gonna bring out a lot of interesting levels of the other characters and I’m really excited to see that. Sophie Thatcher (teen Natalie) is gonna keep Natalie’s legacy living.”

And then, turning to the wilderness timeline, Hanratty shrewdly notes, “The first year is this chaotic mess. The second year was almost this creepy stillness of winter. And now, it’s like the defrosting; the meltdown… We might be entering into another season, I’m thinking possibly spring. The snow will melt and our messes will show. That’s what I’m thinking.” It is important to note that Hanratty has not yet seen a season three script, but her speculation is likely as informed as possible.

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Additionally, Hanratty hopes that Misty will find some sort of closure after killing her friend Crystal in the woods. And she’s excited to see where the fascinating character’s relationship with Coach Ben will go should he have been the one to burn down the team’s cabin. She notes, “Finding out that he did that [possibly burning down the cabin] after she saved him, I feel like she has something in store for him. It would be fun to see that.” We hope Coach Ben is ready.

Steven Krueger Envisions Blood on the Horizon

Speaking of Coach Ben, the actor who plays the sole adult in the wilderness, Steven Krueger, believes there’s lots of blood on the Yellowjackets season three horizon. He revealed, “I think season 3 will probably be the wildest, bloodiest season that we have. Granted, we don’t know anything to be fair. Granted, we don’t know anything to be fair. I’m just guessing that’s where it’s going.” 

The Yellowjackets Are Buzzing for Season ThreeShowtime

The rest of the team also echoed these sentiments. Courtney Eaton, who plays teen Lottie, shared, “I feel like we’re going downhill for the characters. I don’t think there’s much light or happiness going on.” Meanwhile, teen Shauna’s actress, Sophie Nélisse, concluded, “We’re going definitely very feral. Like it’s getting feral.”

Given all that, we feel hungry for Yellowjackets season three all over again—2025 can’t come soon enough.

Originally published on January 16, 2024.

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SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 Trailer Teases Keanu Reeves’ Shadow and a Robotnik-Sonic Team-Up

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is coming our way oh so soon, and we cannot wait. After the very delightful Knuckles series gave us more information about G.U.N., it is time for the crew to come together and fight against Shadow the Hedgehog. Will Wade Whipple play into the events now that he’s a full-fledged warrior? We will just have to wait and see. What we don’t have to wait and see is a trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 because it is here. In the first official trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Keanu Reeves’ Shadow steals the show by being effortlessly cool. We love an antihero. But Doctor Robotnik also returns… as a friend and ally this time? What a twist. Sonic teams up with the Robotnik, who has been on a bit of a supervillain vacation, to try to stop Shadow. But can this relationship last?

You can watch the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 trailer below.

The synopsis for the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie teases more about what we see in the trailer. It notes:

Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen this holiday season in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.

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As we all remember from the last film, Knuckles, Sonic, and Tails are the new protectors of the Master Emerald. But, we know that G.U.N. is about to release Project Shadow into the world. That, along with Dr. Robotnik’s return, even as a friend, will lead to more chaos. We know our blue speedster and his friends have it under control.

Paramount PicturesWho Plays Dr. Robotnik’s Father in Sonic the Hedgehog 3?

This Sonic the Hedgehog 3 trailer also makes it a family affair, introducing us to Dr. Robotnik’s father, Gerald Robotnik. It seems that Dr. Robotnik’s father, who also sports a striking mustache, will too be played by Jim Carrey, who plays Dr. Ivo Robotnik himself. A fascinating series of choices that will certainly entertain us.

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In addition to the gang, James Marsden returns as Tom Wachowski and we are happy to see him.

What Is the Release Date for Sonic the Hedgehog 3?

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 will blaze into theaters on December 20.

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THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER Season 2 Premiere Release Date and Time

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season two is finally on its way back to us. And although the first season of The Rings of Power left us with many questions that still need to be explored, we finally have an answer to one all-important question. One question to rule them all, if you will. What is the release date for The Lord of The Rings: The Rings Power season two? Let’s take a look at when we’ll be able to enjoy more of The Rings of Power.

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Jump to: What Is The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season Two’s Release Date? // How Many Episodes Will Release During The Rings of Power Season Two’s Premiere? // How Many Episodes Long Is The Rings of Power Season Two? // Will The Rings of Power Have a Weekly Release & What Day and Time Will Episodes Air? // When Is the Finale of The Rings of Power Season 2? // The Rings of Power Season Two Full List of Episode Airdates

What Is the Release Date for The Lord of The Rings: The Rings Power Season Two?

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season two will release on Thursday, August 29. On that date, The Rings of Power‘s second season will premiere globally “in more than 240 countries and territories in multiple languages.” To get even more excited about what this season has in store, make sure to check out its recently released trailer.

Prime VideoHow Many Episodes Will Release During The Rings of Power‘s Season Two Premiere on August 29?

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power will premiere with three episodes on its August 29 release date. That’s right, this return to Middle-earth will offer three episodes for you to dive into right away.

How Many Episodes Long Is The Rings of Power Season Two?

The Rings of Power season two will be eight episodes long.

Will The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season Two Have a Weekly Release? What Day and Time Will The Episodes Release?

Yes, after its initial three-episode premiere, The Rings of Power season two will be released weekly on Thursdays (technically, Friday morning for the East Coast). We feel glad to hear it. We much prefer this method of release to the all-at-once episode drop we saw with Prime Video’s Fallout.

As for timing, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power will become available on Prime Video on Thursdays at 12 AM PT/3 AM ET. However, Prime Video has not confirmed and exact release time yet.

When Will The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power‘s Season Two Finale Air?

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power will release its epic season two finale on October 3, 2024.

The Rings of Power Season Two Full List of Episode AirdatesPrime VideoThe Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 1: August 29The Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 2: August 29The Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 3: August 29The Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 4: September 5The Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 5: September 12The Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 6: September 19The Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 7: September 26The Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 8 (Finale): October 3Catch Up with The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Before Season TwoPrime Video

While we wait for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season two to release, it’s a great time to catch up on season one. All eight episodes of The Rings of Power‘s first season are now streaming on Prime Video. If you haven’t watched them yet, we couldn’t recommend them more. This is one epic adventure worth taking.

Originally published on May 14, 2024.

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