This week on The Comic Section Podcast, Jason and Shawn dive into massive franchise moves, nostalgic returns, and superhero shadows.

We begin by paying our condolences and honoring the late James Van Der Beek, reflecting on his career and cultural impact.

🚨 Breaking News / Headlines

🧟 Brendan Fraser & Rachel Weisz Return for The Mummy (2028) Universal officially sets a May 19, 2028 release date for the next Mummy installment. Directed by Radio Silence (Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett), the film reunites Fraser and Weisz as Rick and Evelyn O’Connell. Plot details are under wraps—but the adventure horror magic is officially back.

🐢 Paramount Goes All In on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Cowabunga, indeed! Paramount is expanding the TMNT universe across a YouTube series, Mattel toy lines, publishing, restaurants, and more. The Turtles aren’t just returning—they’re taking over every platform imaginable.

🎮 Jason Momoa Joins Helldivers Sony’s Helldivers movie adaptation recruits Jason Momoa to star, with Justin Lin directing. The satirical action-packed PlayStation adaptation hits theaters November 10, 2027.

🕷️ Spider-Noir First Look Nicolas Cage steps into the shadows as Spider-Noir in Prime Video’s upcoming 1930s detective saga. The series will be available in both black-and-white and color, leaning into its gritty pulp aesthetic.

🎬 Coming Soon / Trailer Talk

• Spider-Noir (Prime Video) • One Piece Season 2 (Netflix) • In The Blink of An Eye (Hulu)

🎥 Reviews

Jason reviews Marvel Studios’ Wonder Man Shawn reviews Netflix’s His and Hers

From franchise revivals to noir superheroes and turtle-powered brand expansion, this episode covers it all.

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