Welcome back to The Kristian Harloff Show for today's biggest movie and TV news headlines, covering Marvel, Star Wars, Netflix, and Game of Thrones—all in one episode.

We start with HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, as Episode 4 officially sets a new IMDb score record, igniting major conversation across the fandom. Is this prequel already cementing itself as one of the strongest entries in the Game of Thrones universe?

Next, Netflix drops the full trailer for One Piece Season 2, giving fans a deeper look at the Straw Hats, the Grand Line, and what could be an even bigger leap forward for the live-action anime adaptation. We break down the trailer, characters, visuals, and what it means for the future of the series.

On the Star Wars front, The Mandalorian & Grogu continues its marketing push as Lucasfilm calls the recent Super Bowl parody ad "the perfect next step" in the film's campaign. Is this a smart move for building hype ahead of the theatrical release?

Finally, a major MCU rumor is making waves as reports claim Marvel Studios has scrapped plans for a major debut in Avengers: Doomsday. If true, what does this mean for the future of the Avengers, Phase storytelling, and Marvel's long-term strategy?

Get the full breakdown, reactions, and analysis on today's most talked-about pop culture stories—only on The Kristian Harloff Show.

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Is Lucasfilm dropping the ball on marketing The Mandalorian & Grogu movie?! In this episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we dive deep into the controversial Big Game Spot that just aired during the Super Bowl — a quirky homage to classic ads featuring Mando and Grogu dashing through the snow with Tauntauns. Is this the right move to build hype for the May 22 theatrical release, or is it too light and parody-heavy when fans are craving more epic Star Wars action?We also break down:The teaser for "The Adventures of Cliff Booth" that surprised everyone during the Big Game How "Masters of the Universe" is fully leaning into its silly, fun side Why the box office stumbled hard over Super Bowl weekend The new Marvel Punisher Special Presentation title nodding back to the Infinity Saga era

What do you think — is Lucasfilm handling The Mandalorian & Grogu marketing correctly, or do they need a bigger push? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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Did Netflix just accidentally confirm that Superman underperformed at the box office? 🤯 On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we break down comments from the Netflix CEO that have fans questioning whether SUPERMAN's early digital release was driven by disappointing performance — and what that could mean for DC Studios moving forward.

We also dive into a surprising shake-up behind the scenes of SUPERGIRL, as the film reportedly replaces composer Ramin Djawadi with a longtime Zack Snyder collaborator, sparking debate about tone, continuity, and the future sound of the DCU.

On the Marvel side, Chris Hemsworth is pitching a massive Thor and Storm team-up for AVENGERS: SECRET WARS, and fans are already losing their minds over the potential crossover. Plus, WONDER MAN may be closer than ever to getting a Season 2, with reports saying Marvel Studios is "very close" to giving it the green light.

And with the Super Bowl approaching, we discuss DC Studios' reported plans for SUPERGIRL — and why they continue a troubling trend that started with SUPERMAN.

A packed episode full of big swings, big rumors, and even bigger questions about the future of DC and Marvel.

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Big Marvel rumors are heating up, and we're breaking them all down on The Kristian Harloff Show. New reports suggest there's a very high chance that Avengers: Secret Wars could be split into two massive movies—and if true, that could change the entire future of the MCU.

We also dig into a wild rumor claiming Marvel may want Robert Downey Jr. to return to the MCU as Doctor Doom after Secret Wars. Is this a smart move or a risky nostalgia play?

Plus, we cover a possible sequel to F1: The Movie, updates on a potential teaser for Dune: Part Three, and news on the upcoming Eragon series finally locking in its showrunners.

Let us know what you think—should Secret Wars be two movies, and would you want to see RDJ as Doctor Doom?

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Disney just made a huge leadership move — and it could change everything. On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we break down the surprising news that Disney Parks boss Josh D'Amaro has officially been named the new CEO of Disney, replacing Bob Iger. What does this mean for Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and the future of Disney as a whole? Is this the reset fans have been waiting for, or a risky pivot at a critical moment for the company?

Plus, we dive into one of the most fascinating Hollywood stories right now: a YouTuber who self-financed his own horror movie… and somehow turned it into a bizarre monster hit. How did it happen, what does it say about the future of indie films and creators, and could this be the blueprint for the next wave of filmmakers?

All that and more — let's get into it.

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Marvel skipping the Super Bowl this year?! We break down why Marvel Studios appears to be sitting out the Big Game and what that means for MCU marketing — especially with massive releases on the horizon. Meanwhile, other major franchises are stepping in, with Mando, Mario, and the Minions locking in high-profile Super Bowl ads.

We also dive into Wonder Man becoming a surprise hit on Disney+, discuss the striking new poster for Michael, and look at how Send Help and Iron Lung are dominating the box office. Plus, an interesting conversation about why film students are struggling with runtimes and what it says about modern filmmaking.

All that and more on today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show.

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Has Sam Raimi quietly changed his tune on Spider-Man 4? On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we break down new comments that have fans buzzing about a possible Raimi return — and what that could mean for Tobey Maguire and the future of Spider-Man.

Plus, brand-new Avengers: Doomsday promo art is making the rounds, revealing a chilling look at Doctor Doom, Magneto's comic-accurate helmet, and more hints at what Marvel may be building toward with its next big event film.

We also dive into candid comments from Eternals director Chloé Zhao, who explains why the film simply wasn't a high priority for Marvel at the time — and how that may have impacted its place in the MCU.

And finally, we talk Wonder Man. Is he actually a mutant? The showrunner confirms discussions about a possible X-Men connection, opening the door to some big implications for Marvel Television and the MCU going forward.

All that and more on today's episode — let us know your thoughts in the comments and make sure you're subscribed for daily movie and TV news!

Paul Dano is officially weighing in on Quentin Tarantino's recent comments, and the conversation has sparked a bigger discussion about actors, auteurs, and how modern Hollywood views performances. On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we break down what Dano had to say and why his response is getting so much attention.

We also dig into new details revealing that Wonder Man was nearly Marvel's version of Batgirl, how close the project came to being shelved, and what that says about Marvel's shifting strategy. Plus, huge news for fantasy fans as Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere scores a rare Apple TV deal, with Mistborn being eyed for movies and The Stormlight Archive for television.

On top of that, we react to the first look at Henry Cavill in the upcoming Highlander reboot and discuss Netflix officially moving forward with a live-action Gundam project. It's a packed episode full of industry talk, fandom hype, and big franchise moves.

What do you think about Tarantino's comments and Dano's response? Let us know in the comments and join the conversation.

On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, the conversation kicks off with Marvel's Wonder Man, as the Disney+ series' audience score is revealed along with a full look at the official Wonder Man costume. Is this shaping up to be a win for Marvel Television, or are there warning signs already?

We also break down some major TV and movie news making waves across Hollywood. Apple TV+ comedy hit Shrinking has officially been renewed for a fourth season — what does that mean for the future of the show and its characters?

On the DC side, Jason Momoa weighs in on the uncertain future of Lobo and whether the fan-favorite antihero will actually land in James Gunn's DCU. Plus, Ralph Fiennes drops intriguing comments that could hint at who might take on Voldemort in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter TV reboot.

And finally, we take a look at the first official photos from Ted Lasso Season 4 — what do they reveal about where the series is heading next?

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Hollywood headlines are getting wild 🎬 On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we break down reports that Ryan Reynolds is prioritizing Deadpool 4 amid ongoing legal drama involving Blake Lively, and what (if anything) this could mean for Marvel's plans moving forward.

We also react to a bizarre story involving Sydney Sweeney, as the Madame Web star may be facing legal trouble after a stunt involving the Hollywood Sign. Yep… that one.

Plus, we talk Star Wars as Starfighter is reportedly skipping franchise cameos, dig into the latest BAFTA nominations with Battle, Sinners, and Hamnet leading the pack, and get an update on The Last of Us Season 3 as it moves closer to production.

From superhero drama to awards season buzz and franchise shakeups, there's a lot to unpack—so let's get into it.