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First Look at Street Fighter Movie Graphic Novel

Legendary Comics and Rocketship have launched a Kickstarter for Street Fighter: The Official Movie Graphic Novel, an anthology of five original prequel stories tied to Legendary and Paramount's upcoming Street Fighter film, which hits theaters exclusively on October 16th. The anthology features: a story by Paul Salamoff and Christopher Jones exploring Ken and Ryu's training under Gouken and the roots of their friendship/rivalry; a Chun-Li origin story by Amy Chu and Claudia Balboni covering her rebellious teen years, her relationship with her father, and her first encounter with the villainous Shadaloo organization; a Guile and Dhalsim team-up tale by Nick Marino and Robert Ingranata where the two meet at a martial arts competition and join forces against Shadaloo; a Dan Hibiki origin story by Brian Buccelatto and Mattia Monaco; and an M. Bison backstory penned by David Dastmalchian, the actor who plays Bison in the film (an artist for his story hasn't been announced yet). The article encourages readers to check out and support the Kickstarter campaign.

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How MST3K: The RiffTrax Experiments Selected Its Movies

Kevin Murphy (Tom Servo) and Bill Corbett (Crow T. Robot) spoke about returning to Mystery Science Theater 3000 for four new episodes called "The RiffTrax Experiments," debuting via Fathom Entertainment starting with Sting of Death on September 9 and 13. Murphy said finding movies was surprisingly easy since they were selective and only wanted films they genuinely loved, with Sting of Death fitting the classic MST3K mold perfectly. Corbett noted they took extra care avoiding films that felt too violent or otherwise wrong for the show's tone, and both wanted movies that would hold up visually and sonically on modern 4K TVs with surround sound, unlike the show's original tube-TV era. Two other films, Deathsport and Space Raiders, have already been announced, but the fourth is being kept secret intentionally to preserve some mystery and surprise for viewers, much like the original series' weekly reveals.

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Star Trek Legends on 60 Years of Humanist Cosmic Adventures

To mark Star Trek's 60th anniversary, Nerdist interviewed several franchise icons at San Diego Comic-Con about its legacy and future. George Takei recalled his decades-long push for Sulu's promotion to captain, framing it as an extension of his real-world activism. Robert Picardo said Trek's core values of diversity and inclusion will outlast current political trends, and hoped future Trek stays science- and ethics-based rather than becoming dystopian or overly action-focused. Doug Jones reflected on Discovery's demanding production schedule compared to classic Trek's 26-episode seasons. Jerry O'Connell joked about his Lower Decks line referencing his real wife Rebecca Romijn's Star Trek: Strange New Worlds character. Cirroc Lofton discussed the emotional weight of returning as Jake Sisko in a Deep Space Nine tribute episode honoring the late Avery Brooks. Michael Dorn joked that even the writers don't know what happened to Worf's command of the Enterprise. Finally, Rod Roddenberry expressed confidence that despite industry upheaval (including Paramount's merger talks), Star Trek will continue while staying true to his father's core message.

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Ryan Reynolds Says We'll Learn Why Thor Was Crying in Deadpool & Wolverine

Ryan Reynolds confirmed that Marvel Studios will eventually explain the mysterious TVA scene from Deadpool & Wolverine, which showed a future Thor weeping while holding an injured Deadpool. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly on the red carpet for his new film Mayday, Reynolds said he's just as curious as fans about the reasoning behind the moment and promised it will be addressed at some point, though he gave no timeline. The article speculates the payoff could come in Avengers: Doomsday, its sequel Avengers: Secret Wars, or even a future Deadpool sequel, but notes that given the serious tone of Doomsday's trailers so far, the reveal likely won't happen for at least a year, especially since Thor doesn't even know who Deadpool is yet in current MCU continuity.

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"Digger" Trailer Turns Tom Cruise Into a Wealthy Old Tycoon

Tom Cruise's upcoming role in Digger is unlike anything he's played before, as revealed in its bizarre final trailer. He plays Digger Rockwell, a wealthy oil tycoon whose business causes a major disaster leading to global disruption, and who then goes on a quest to fix his failure and save the world. Cruise looks almost unrecognizable in the role, requiring heavy makeup and prosthetics to appear elderly at age 64. He's joined by John Goodman as the President of the United States and Riz Ahmed as a scientist and right hand to the POTUS. The article speculates this could be Cruise's best shot at finally winning a competitive Oscar, since he has been nominated before but never won. Digger will hit theaters on October 2.

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 Did "Godzilla Minus Zero"'s Trailer Bring Back a Famous Kaiju?

TOHO and GKIDS have released a new, large-scale IMAX trailer for Godzilla Minus Zero, following an earlier teaser released this year. The film takes place two years after the events of Godzilla Minus One, moving the action to 1949 and returning to the Shikishima family as they face another disaster. Based on a roar heard in the trailer, fans believe King Ghidorah — with all three heads — will appear in the film. The trailer arrives ahead of the film's festival debut on September 26 at the New York Film Festival, and the movie is set to release in US theaters on November 6.

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The Core Focus:

While Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) was a critical darling, its modest box office led Paramount to pass on a direct sequel. However, the franchise isn't dead yet.

Key Takeaways:

• Hasbro’s Hustle: Hasbro (which owns the D&D IP) is reportedly looking for a new partner or studio to co-finance a follow-up, refusing to let the positive word-of-mouth go to waste.
• The "Budget" Factor: Any sequel would likely need a tighter budget. Stars like Chris Pine have expressed interest in returning, provided the creative team stays the same.
• A Cult Classic in the Making: The article notes that the film has found a massive second life on streaming, which is the primary leverage Hasbro is using to pitch a sequel to other studios.

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The Core Focus:

Warner Bros. is releasing a massive, curated 4K UHD Steelbook set focusing specifically on the antagonists and anti-heroes of the DC Universe.

Key Takeaways:

• The Lineup: The set includes Joker, The Suicide Squad, Suicide Squad (2016), Black Adam, Birds of Prey, and Shazam! Fury of the Gods.
• Physical Media Revival: This release caters to collectors who still value high-quality physical discs and premium packaging, especially as streaming services continue to rotate content.
• Villain-Centric Branding: It’s a unique way to package the "DCEU" era by focusing on its most colorful characters rather than the traditional Justice League heroes.

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The Core Focus:

The upcoming Hunger Games prequel, Sunrise on the Reaping, has revealed a major casting update and a first-look image of the franchise’s iconic villain.

Key Takeaways:

• Ralph Fiennes as Snow: In a massive casting coup, Ralph Fiennes will play the elder President Snow, bridging the gap between the young Snow (Tom Blyth) in The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes and the version played by Donald Sutherland.
• Haymitch’s Story: This film focuses on the 50th Hunger Games (the Second Quarter Quell), which was won by a young Haymitch Abernathy.
• The Prequel Strategy: Lionsgate is doubling down on the "history of Panem," finding that audiences are just as interested in the world-building of the past as they were in Katniss Everdeen’s future.

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The Core Focus:

A curated guide to the biggest releases for the month, helping fans navigate the transition from the summer blockbuster season to the "prestige" fall season.

Key Takeaways:

• The Big Hits: The list features Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (Theatrical), The Penguin (Max), and Agatha All Along (Disney+).
• Genre Variety: From high-concept animation like Transformers One to the return of The Old Man on FX, the guide highlights that September has become a "second summer" for nerd culture content.
• The Spooky Season Lead-In: Many of the recommendations (like Agatha and Beetlejuice) lean into the supernatural, marking the unofficial start of the Halloween countdown.

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