James Gunn is back with some major DC updates, Matt Reeves hints at the next Batman villain, and Marvel fans just got big news about Daredevil: Born Again!

In today’s episode, Kristian Harloff breaks it all down:

James Gunn talks about PEACEMAKER Season 3, Wonder Woman’s height in the DCU, and even plans for introducing more Charlton characters into the new DC Universe.

Matt Reeves teases who could be the next big villain in The Batman sequel.

Jon Bernthal may have just revealed a first glimpse at The Punisher’s new look in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

Marvel Studios is reportedly planning Marvel Zombies Season 2, but its future hinges on one key factor.

And huge news for fans of the Man Without Fear: Daredevil: Born Again is officially renewed, with Season 3 set to begin shooting next year.

There’s a lot to dive into from both the DCU and Marvel side, so don’t miss this breakdown of all the latest updates in comic book movies and shows.

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Matt Reeves has finally set the record straight on whether The Batman Part II exists in James Gunn’s DCU or if it remains part of DC Elseworlds. On today’s show, Kristian Harloff and Steph Sabraw break down his comments, what they mean for the future of Robert Pattinson’s Batman, and how this affects DC moving forward. Reeves also teases that The Batman II will focus heavily on Bruce Wayne while featuring a villain that’s “never really been done” on screen before.

We also dive into the first official still from Star Wars: Starfighter, which gives fans a glimpse of Ryan Gosling and Flynn Gray’s mysterious characters. Plus, updates from HBO on House of the Dragon Season 3 and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, casting news on Paul Walter Hauser joining the new Resident Evil movie, and early reviews for One Battle After Another.

Don’t miss this packed episode of The Kristian Harloff Show!

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Marvel might be playing things closer to the chest than ever before. A new rumor suggests Marvel intends to keep some Avengers: Doomsday characters under wraps until the actual movie’s release—is this a smart move or could it backfire with fans? Kristian Harloff breaks it all down on today’s episode of The Kristian Harloff Show.

That’s not all—we’ve got more big stories to cover, including:

The first trailer for Paul Rudd and Jack Black in Anaconda

Dave Bautista’s surprising reveal about why he turned down the Peacemaker lead role, even though James Gunn wanted him for it

Plus, Kristian sits down with Andrew Fried to talk about the movie he’s producing starring Charlie Sheen

Topics include:

RUMOR: Marvel Intends To Keep Some AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY Characters Under Wraps Until The Movie's Release

First Trailer: Rudd, Black In “Anaconda”

Dave Bautista Reveals Why He Turned Down PEACEMAKER Lead Role Despite Being James Gunn's #1 Choice

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Avengers: Doomsday has already wrapped filming this week?! On today’s episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, Kristian Harloff, Roxy Striar, and Mike Kalinowski break down the biggest stories in movies, Marvel, and TV.

Topics include:

RUMOR: Avengers: Doomsday wraps shooting much sooner than we anticipated and why that could be great news for Marvel fans.

Leonardo DiCaprio in Heat 2 rumors are heating up—will he join Michael Mann’s highly anticipated sequel?

James Cameron confirms he’s working on a new Terminator movie but admits he hasn’t been able to get very far.

HBO sets multiple 2026 release windows and what that means for the streaming landscape.

Plus, Roxy’s TV picks and Emmy talk!

We’ll dive into what it means if Avengers: Doomsday really wrapped filming early, the chances of Leonardo DiCaprio starring in Heat 2, James Cameron’s next Terminator project, and HBO’s upcoming slate. SPONSORS: #CashAppPartner Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/76rlxe00 #CashAppPod As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Visit https://www.cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.

Demon Slayer just dominated the global box office and we’re breaking it all down! On today’s episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, John Rocha and Dan Murrel dive into the massive success of Demon Slayer at the worldwide box office, proving that demons are hotter than ever when it comes to global movie audiences.

We also go through the full 2025 Emmy Award winners, highlighting the biggest surprises, upsets, and standout moments. Plus, Matt Reeves gave new insight into his work on The Batman and the upcoming Penguin series during the Emmys—what does this mean for the DCU moving forward?

Speaking of DC, is Hollywood now putting more hope in DC than Marvel? We look at the latest shifts in industry momentum and what it could mean for superhero films over the next few years. And finally, we touch on the new plans for a Mandalorian film and how Grogu could be at the center of a huge new merchandising blitz.

All that and more on today’s show!

⭐ Topics covered:

Demon Slayer global box office domination

2025 Emmy Award winners breakdown

Matt Reeves talks The Batman and Penguin at the Emmys

Hollywood’s hope for DC higher than Marvel?

The Mandalorian movie and Grogu merch blitz

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🦸‍♂️ We Just Got Our First Look At Dr. Doom In Avengers: Doomsday?! | Capes And Cowls 🦸‍♀️

On today’s episode of Capes And Cowls, Kristian Harloff, Winston A. Marshall, and Kris Carr break down some of the biggest stories in geek culture — and yes, we may have just gotten our first look at Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday!

We’re diving into the new Avengers: Doomsday promo art featuring a comic-accurate version of Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom, plus wild Marvel Studios marketing rumors for the 2026 release. From multiverse theories to bold casting choices, we’re reacting to it all.

We also get into some major industry shakeups with Paramount and Skydance reportedly eyeing a bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery and DC Studios — what could this mean for the future of the DCU? And finally, the upcoming Demon Slayer movie is poised for a massive box office debut — is anime about to dominate theaters once again?

🎯 Topics Discussed:

First look at Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday

Rumored marketing plans for Avengers: Doomsday

Industry shakeups with Warner Bros. Discovery, DC Studios, and Paramount Skydance

Box office predictions for the new Demon Slayer film

Big moves in the MCU and DCU

💬 Let us know your thoughts on the new Doctor Doom reveal, the future of Marvel Studios, and if you'd want to see Robert Downey Jr. take on a villain role in the MCU!

📅 New episodes of Capes And Cowls every week — covering the latest in movie reactions, movie commentary, and all things comic book movies.

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🚨 James Gunn is finally revealing new details about Superman: Man of Tomorrow! On this episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, Kristian Harloff and Steph Sabraw dive deep into everything we’ve learned so far about Gunn’s take on the iconic superhero and what it means for the future of the DC Universe.

🔥 Topics include:

Gunn Talks “Man of Tomorrow” Story & More – What direction is Gunn taking Superman, and how does it set the tone for DC's reboot?

James Gunn Reveals Which GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Star He Intended To Cast As PEACEMAKER Before John Cena – A surprising casting “what if”!

“BioShock” Film Aiming To Shoot In 2026? – Updates on the long-awaited video game adaptation.

Quick News Roundup – Including One, Jumanji, Ted, Harry Potter, and Alchemised.

THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER Season 3 Teaser – Elendil returns with "The Sword Of The Faithful" in hand.

🎙️ Don’t miss this packed episode full of comic book movie news, TV updates, and pop culture breakdowns.

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Welcome back to The Kristian Harloff Show! In today’s episode, Kristian dives into all the biggest upcoming releases and industry buzz in our Fall 2025 Movie Preview. From surprising sequels to potential casting news, we’re breaking down everything you need to know as we head into one of the most stacked movie seasons in years.

🗓️ Topics Covered in This Episode: 🎬 1. List of Fall 2025 Movies

We go through the most anticipated films dropping this fall — from blockbusters to awards contenders.

🗡️ 2. Daisy Ridley Could Play Delilah Dirk

Is Daisy Ridley taking on a swashbuckling new role? We talk about the report linking her to the live-action Delilah Dirk project.

🌊 3. Alan Ritchson Talks Returning as Aquaman in the DCU

The Smallville alum and Reacher star speaks out about whether he’d be open to returning to his Aquaman role in James Gunn’s DCU.

🔥 4. THE LAST WITCH HUNTER Sequel in the Works

Vin Diesel’s cult fantasy flop is finding new life thanks to streaming. We discuss the unexpected sequel and what it means for Diesel fans.

Whether you’re a fan of superhero movies, fantasy epics, or fresh fall cinema, this episode is packed with insights and previews. Kristian brings his usual sharp takes and industry knowledge to get you hyped for what’s ahead.

If you're into:

Fall 2025 movies

Movie previews

Daisy Ridley news

Delilah Dirk casting rumors

DCU updates

Alan Ritchson Aquaman

Vin Diesel movie sequels

The Last Witch Hunter sequel

…this episode is for you!

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Warner Bros. is cashing in big in 2025! On today’s episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, Kristian Harloff and John Rocha dive into the latest movie news, covering everything from WB’s massive profits to Marvel rumors and more.

Topics include:

Chris Evans spotted in Toronto sparks Avengers talk 👉 /

Superman and Weapons are making huge profits for WB 👉 

PEACEMAKER: James Gunn breaks down [SPOILER]’s return and whether Suicide Squad is now DCU canon 👉1

Ryan Reynolds admits to the Deadpool leak 👉

Trailer drops for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery 👉

Join us as we break it all down, share our reactions, and discuss what it means for Marvel, DC, and the movie industry as a whole. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts in the comments!

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With the announcement of MAN OF TOMORROW, fans are buzzing with questions about what this means for the future of the DCU! On today’s episode of Capes and Cowls, hosts Winston A. Marshall and Kris Carr break down all the latest Superman news and more from the world of comic book movies.

We dive into whether James Gunn will officially title the film SUPERMAN: MAN OF TOMORROW and what the latest script update means for the character’s journey. Plus, we cover the production start date for MAN OF TOMORROW and the rumors of several major characters joining the story. We also discuss Aaron Pierre’s fascinating response to the Superman sequel news, what Sony’s CEO had to say about the rising bar for Marvel films, and the surprising revelation that Darth Vader nearly appeared in Guardians of the Galaxy!

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