Superman Soars & Marvel Skips Comic Con Hall H: On Weekly

Episode Overview: Tony takes listeners on a tour of the biggest headlines and developments in the worlds of science fiction, fantasy, horror, and comics. This week’s episode is packed with news, opinions, and a touch of industry analysis from Tony’s unique perspective.

Highlights:

• Superman Movie Update

  • MPAA has rated the upcoming Superman film PG-13 for violence.

  • Tony shares his early impressions of the trailer and the film's tone.

• Harry Potter TV Series News

  • Main trio cast: Dominic McLaughlin (Harry), Alistair Stout (Ron), Arabella Stanton (Hermione).

  • John Lithgow cast as Dumbledore.

  • Supporting cast announced; key roles still uncast.

• San Diego Comic Con: Marvel's Hall H Absence

  • Marvel will skip Hall H; presence focused on “Fantastic Four.”

  • Tony’s take on Marvel’s “villain problem” post-Thanos.

• Stranger Things Final Season

  • Season will premiere on November 26, 2025, split in three parts.

  • New cast includes Linda Hamilton and more.

• Doctor Who Casting

  • Ncuti Gatwa’s tenure ends; Billie Piper set to “morph” into The Doctor.

  • Billie Piper expresses excitement about returning.

• Monster High Live Action Movie Announced

  • Directed by Gerard Johnstone.

  • Movie based on popular doll franchise; potential for franchise expansion.

• Blumhouse Adapting ‘Phasmophobia’

  • Hit horror investigation game to become a movie.

• The Sandman Series Finale

  • Second and final season coming to Netflix, with a bonus “Death”-focused episode.

• Sci-Fi Movie Recommendations

  • ScreenCrush’s best sci-fi of the decade, with Tony’s commentary on top picks.

• Industry Insights

  • “Andor”’s $650M budget revealed.

  • Sam Altman’s AI ambitions and sci-fi’s influence on real technology.

  • “Severance” Season 2 updates and hints at possible spin-offs.

• Handmaid’s Tale Final Season

  • Everett Carradine (Naomi Putnam) reflects on her journey with the show.

• Scream 7 Reunion

  • Kevin Williamson discusses returning focus to Sidney Prescott.

• Wednesday Season 2 Sneak Peek

  • Netflix releases first six minutes, featuring creepy new villain played by Haley Joel Osment.

• Gen V Season 2 Premiere

  • “The Boys” spin-off returns September 17, 2025.

• Splinter Cell Movie in Development

  • Sydney Sweeney cast; John M. Chu set to direct.

• List: Worst Superhero Movies Ever

  • Tony reacts to Fiction Horizon’s fan-voted list.

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