CNET is reporting live from San Diego Comic-Con 2024 with all the latest news from entertainment giants like Marvel, Prime Video, Max, Peacock, and more. Even Deadpool & Wolverine made an appearance ahead of their new movie release. If you missed out on the event, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with all the updates on TV shows, movies, and animation.
Marvel’s panel at Comic-Con revealed some exciting news about Avengers 5, now titled Avengers: Doomsday. The Russo Brothers are set to direct the film, with Robert Downey Jr. taking on the role of Doctor Doom. This announcement has fans buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming movie.
Another highlight from the event was the unveiling of ‘The Penguin,’ a new crime drama series starring Colin Farrell. The show is a spinoff of Matt Reeves’ film ‘The Batman’ and is set to premiere on HBO and Max on Sept. 19. Fans can catch a glimpse of the dark official trailer to get a taste of what’s to come.
Prime Video also had some big reveals, including a prequel to ‘The Boys’ called ‘Vought Rising,’ which will explore the early days of the corrupt corporation and the origins of characters like Soldier Boy and Stormfront. Additionally, ‘Rings of Power’ season 2 was teased with a massive fight against orcs and the forging of rings, promising an action-packed new season.
Fans of Sega’s video game series will be excited to learn about ‘Like a Dragon: Yakuza,’ a TV show coming to Prime Video. The series will bring the world of Kamuroch? to life, following the story of Kazuma Kiryu and his bond with Nishiki over 10 years. The first three episodes are set to drop on Oct. 24, giving viewers a taste of the action to come.
In a surprise appearance, James Gunn announced a new animated series called ‘Creature Commandos,’ following a group of monster misfits on world-saving missions. The star-studded voice cast includes names like Viola Davis, Steve Agee, and David Harbour, promising an exciting new show to look forward to.
Disney also revealed a new addition to the ‘Doctor Who’ franchise, set to explore the Sea Devils in a 1970s setting. The spinoff will feature a talented cast and air on Disney Plus, adding to the already popular series available for streaming.
Peacock is gearing up for the release of ‘Teacup,’ a horror series from James Wan based on Robert McCammon’s novel ‘Stinger.’ The show promises to blend suspense, drama, and scares for an exciting new addition to the streaming platform.
As if that wasn’t enough, ‘From’ season 3 is set to premiere on Sept. 22, continuing the mystery-horror series with more bloodthirsty monsters and suspenseful twists. And for fans of ‘Dexter,’ Michael C. Hall is returning to the role in both a prequel series and a sequel titled ‘Dexter: Resurrection,’ set to premiere next year.
With so much entertainment news coming out of Comic-Con 2024, there’s plenty to look forward to in the world of TV and movies. Keep an eye out for these exciting releases and stay tuned for more updates on your favorite shows and franchises.
