Movie Theaters Are Destroying Movies, Studio Ghibli, The Matrix 4, Cassian Andor, Grease Spin-Off, and More

On the October 16, 2019 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by /Film weekend editor Brad Oman and writer Hoai-Tran Bui to discuss the latest film and TV news, including Tony Gilroy’s return to Star Wars, Korg’s return to the MCU, Jada Pinkett Smith and Jessica Henwick joining The Matrix 4, a Grease spin-off musical TV series, why Studio Ghibli movies won’t be available on any streaming service, and how movie theaters are destroying movies. Opening Banter: In The News: Brad: Taika Waititi Returning as Korg for ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’, Unsure if Jane Foster’s Cancer Storyline Will Be Used Ben: Cassian Andor Disney+ Series Hires ‘Rogue One’ Writer Tony Gilroy to Write and Direct HT: Jada Pinkett Smith in Talks to Return for ‘The Matrix 4’ Brad: ‘Grease: Rydell High’ Musical Spin-Off Series Ordered By HBO Max HT: Why You May Never See Studio Ghibli Movies on Any Streaming Service Chris: Movie Theaters Are Destroying Movies, According to Edward Norton (Who is Correct) Other Articles Mentioned: 31 Days of Streaming Horror All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy