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☆ Ryan Reynolds says he'll only make 'Deadpool 4' if he's 'capital B broke.' Here's what to know about a potential fourth film.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewWarning: Spoilers ahead for "Deadpool & Wolverine." Ryan Reynolds joked that "Deadpool 4" won't happenRyan Reynolds at the world premiere of "Deadpool & Wolverine" in July 2024. He explained that his family wouldn't be happy if he jumped into another sequel so soon after "Deadpool & Wolverine." The door is seemingly open for "Deadpool 4" and beyondHugh Jackman as Logan/Wolverine and Ryan Reynolds as Wade Wilson/Deadpool in "Deadpool & Wolverine." Plus, it would be the ultimate payoff for the opening scene in "Deadpool & Wolverine," where Wilson unsuccessfully applies to join the Avengers.

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☆ To understand what's going on in 'Deadpool & Wolverine,' read this quick recap of what's happened with the 'X-Men' characters since 2000
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Read previewHugh Jackman has finally returned to play the iconic Marvel hero Wolverine, AKA Logan, in "Deadpool & Wolverine." Deadpool and Wolverine first crossed paths in 'X-Men: Origins - Wolverine'Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool and Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in "X-Men: Origins - Wolverine." Advertisement"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" is infamous among fans for its terrible depiction of Wolverine's history and key characters from the "X-Men" universe. It was a tongue-in-cheek way of wiping "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" from the history books. Hopefully, "Deadpool & Wolverine" will live up to fans' high expectations when it arrives in theaters on July 26.

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☆ Everyone hated Hugh Jackman's first solo Wolverine movie in 2009. Now critics say 'Deadpool & Wolverine' could save the Marvel Cinematic universe.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewFans and critics alike hated "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" starring Hugh Jackman when it hit theaters back in 2009. Now, the first reviews for "Deadpool & Wolverine" suggest that the highly anticipated sequel could save the Marvel Cinematic Universe after several middling releases. AdvertisementIt's a far cry from the reaction to "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," which has a 38% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. But the hugely positive reception to "Deadpool & Wolverine" shows just how far both characters have come since "Origins." Fans will be pleased to know that critics are impressed with the story in the 2024 film, its violence, and crowd-pleasing cameos.

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☆ Here's what will happen to Alicent Hightower on 'House of the Dragon,' if it follows her fate in the book
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-22 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewWarning: Major spoilers ahead for "House of the Dragon" season two, episode six. Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) and her daughter, Helaena Targaryen (Phia Saban) get caught up in a revolt in the sixth episode of "House of the Dragon" season two. Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower and Emma D'Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen in "House of the Dragon." Three years after Rhaenyra's death, Alicent is placed under house arrest because she fails to persuade her granddaughter to kill Rhaenyra's last surviving son. AdvertisementAlicent's death is a lonely one, but at least she isn't killed in battle, or eaten by a dragon.

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☆ 'Twisters' fans are upset after a clip of Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones kissing on set leaked but wasn't in the movie
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-19 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones star as storm chasers who try to stop tornadoes in "Twisters." The pair have fun romantic chemistry in the sequel and a clip of them kissing on the set leaked online. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementFans are upset after a clip of Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones kissing in "Twisters" that leaked online didn't end up in the final cut. Powell and Edgar-Jones play storm chasers Tyler Owens and Kate Cooper as they try to find a way to stop tornadoes from wreaking havoc on Oklahoma.

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☆ David Duchovny on His Best Movie & TV Roles: 'the X-Files,' 'Californication,' 'Zoolander'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-18 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

He's also continued to stretch himself as an actor, tackling roles like hedonist writer Hank Moody in "Californication" and Method actor Ryan Glenn in HBO's "The Sympathizer." On how 'The X-Files' became his acting schoolDavid Duchovny and Gillian Anderson as Mulder and Scully on "The X Files." On directing Robin Williams and playing the straight man in 'Zoolander'Duchovny with Robin Williams at the "House of D" premiere. HBOThis year, you starred in "The Sympathizer" as Ryan Glenn who, respectfully, is an absolute maniac Method actor. I don't think it's something anybody ever taught.

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☆ David Duchovny says a director used a megaphone to tell him when to orgasm during his first sex scene in 1991
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-18 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewDavid Duchovny said a director used a megaphone to tell him when to orgasm as he filmed the first sex scene of his career for the 1991 movie, "The Rapture." Duchovny's experience filming his first sex scene for "The Rapture" sheds light on the haphazard way they often filmed. AdvertisementRecalling shooting the scene, Duchovny said in an interview for Business Insider's Role Play series: "Forget about intimacy coordinators. Fine Line FeaturesDuchovny did not clarify whether director Michael Tolkin or another crew member used the megaphone. How's everybody going to be safe?

Persons: —, David Duchovny, Sharon, Mimi Rogers, Randy, Duchovny, David Lynch's, Fox Mulder, I'm, Stéphanie, Michael Tolkin, Tolkin, Alicia Rodis, Hank Moody, we're Organizations: Service, Business, HBO Locations: Santa Monica

☆ Shannen Doherty's mom and 'Beverley Hills, 90210' co-stars are among those to pay tribute to 'loving and generous' actor
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-16 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewShannen Doherty's mother and her "Beverly Hills, 90210" costars are among those to pay tribute to the actor who died from cancer on Saturday, at age 53. Doherty played Heather Duke in 1989's "Heathers," but was best known as Brenda Walsh in the beloved 1990s Fox teen drama series, "Beverly Hills, 90210." The series turned Doherty and co-stars including Jason Priestly, Luke Perry, and Jennie Garth into household names. Related stories"Shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of my friend Shannen. They became friends in the 1990s when they both starred on TV shows airing on The WB network — Gellar on "Buffy," while Doherty played young witch Prue Halliwell on "Charmed."

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☆ 'House of the Dragon' shocked fans with an incest scene. Here's Daemon Targaryen's dream about his mother Alyssa explained.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-15 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewWarning: Major spoilers ahead for "House of the Dragon" season two, episode five. Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith) dreamed that he slept with his mother, Alyssa Targaryen (Emeline Lambert) in the latest episode of "House of the Dragon" season two, in a surprising incest scene that shocked fans. In episode five, "Regent," Daemon is still in the haunted castle, Harrenhal, while he tries to rally an army for Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy). In episode five, Daemon dreamed that he slept with an unknown woman with long white hair. At that point, Daemon realized that the woman was his mother, Alyssa.

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☆ Here are all the dragonriders who might appear in 'House of the Dragon' season 2
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-15 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The war between the Blacks and the Greens heats up in "House of the Dragon" season two. Here's all the dragonriders who might appear in season two. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementWarning: Major spoilers ahead for "House of the Dragon" season two, episode five. The Dance of Dragons has finally begun in "House of the Dragon," and it's about to get even more dramatic as Rhaenyra Targaryen attempts to recruit new dragonriders for her army.

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☆ The 10 best true crime shows and documentaries of 2024 so far
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-13 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

2024 has been a great year for true crime fans so far. Shows like "Baby Reindeer" and "The Asunta Case" have dramatized shocking true stories. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Advertisement2024 is shaping up to be a big year for true crime. Here are the best true crime shows and documentaries so far this year.

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☆ Fans are wondering why Paul Mescal is playing Lucius in 'Gladiator 2' instead of Spencer Treat Clark. Ridley Scott explained his reasoning.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-10 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewThe trailer for the "Gladiator" sequel dropped on Tuesday, leaving fans wondering why Paul Mescal plays slave fighter Lucius instead of Spencer Treat Clark, who played him in the original. Ridley Scott's "Gladiator" starred Russell Crowe as Maximus Decimus Meridius, a former Roman general who is betrayed and sold into slavery. The 2000 movie is one of the most beloved historical epics of all time and won five Oscars, including best film, best actor, and best director. But like Maximus, he's forced into becoming a fighter when he's captured by General Marcus Acacius (Pedro Pascal) and his soldiers. Representatives for Spencer Treat Clark did not immediately respond to Business Insider's request for comment.

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☆ A '90 Day Fiancé' contestant is one of the prolific sperm donors in 'The Man with 1000 Kids.' Here's where Kyle Gordy is now.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-09 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewViewers who have watched the latest conversation-starting Netflix docuseries, "The Man with 1000 Kids," may be wondering what happened to the other prolific sperm donors featured. "The Man with 1000 Kids" docuseries spotlights Jonathan Jacob Meijer, a man from The Netherlands who has admitted to having 550 children around the world. In 2023, he was banned from donating sperm to new families. He was open with her about being a sperm donor and claimed that he had fathered over 70 children. This large increase in fertility has allowed me to help get many women pregnant; my years of being a sperm donor attribute to this success.

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☆ 'The Man with 1000 Kids' donor Jonathan Jacob Meijer denies mixing sperm to see who babies would resemble. He's demanding Netflix retract the claim.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-08 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewThe prolific sperm donor at the center of Netflix's "The Man with 1000 Kids" has denied claims that he mixed his sperm with another donor's to see who the babies would resemble. The three-part docuseries, which was released on July 3, details how parents who used Jonathan Jacob Meijer as a sperm donor brought a case against him in his native Netherlands for fathering 550 children. AdvertisementOn July 4, Meijer said in a YouTube video that he planned to take legal action against Netflix. "I filed the report against slander for the statement that I swapped or mixed sperm with another donor, Leon.

Persons: —, Jonathan Jacob Meijer, Meijer, Patricia, Leon, I've, Fiona Harvey, Martha Scott, Jessica Gunning Organizations: Service, Business, YouTube, Netflix Locations: Netherlands

Elliot Grihault and Emma D'Arcy as Lucerys and Rhaenyra in "House of the Dragon." Ollie Upton/HBOLucerys and his dragon Arrax's deaths are truly the biggest tragedies of "House of the Dragon." Not only did Lucerys' death essentially kick-start a terrible civil war, but it was entirely accidental. There is a short moment where Lucerys thinks he has escaped, and then Vhagar leaps out of nowhere and rips the dragon and its rider apart. Lucerys may have lost his life, but Aemond now has to live with the weight that an accident caused the death of a relative and a civil war.

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☆ 'The Man with 1000 Kids' sperm donor Jonathan Jacob Meijer said his children should use a symbol on social media to prevent incest
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-05 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewJonathan Jacob Meijer, the prolific sperm donor who is the focus of the show "The Man with 1000 Kids," said that his children should use a symbol on social media to avoid unwittingly having incestuous relationships. Meijer confirmed that he fathered 550 children during the 2023 court case, and it's unclear why Netflix chose the title "The Man with 1000 Kids." He suggested that his children should use a symbol on social media as a way of avoiding incest. A narrator reading the court transcript in the docuseries said: "The defence argues that if they are worried about incest, his donor children can use a social media symbol to identify themselves as one of his children." In an interview broadcast on Wednesday on BBC Radio 4's "Woman's Hour," the host asked Meijer if he really thought social media was a good way for his children to identify themselves.

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☆ 'The Sandman' writer Neil Gaiman denies sexually assaulting two women. Here's a timeline of the allegations.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-04 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Two women have accused "The Sandman" writer Neil Gaiman of sexual assault. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementTwo women have accused "The Sandman" writer Neil Gaiman of sexual assault. Gaiman rose to fame as the author of the DC Comics fantasy series, "The Sandman," between 1989 and 1996. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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☆ The sperm donor at the center of 'The Man with 1000 Kids' says he plans to sue Netflix. Here's where Jonathan Jacob Meijer is now.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-04 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read preview"The Man with 1000 Kids" tells the story of four couples and a single woman as they gradually realize their sperm donor has fathered hundreds of children. The Netflix docuseries details how Jonathan Jacob Meijer told those who used him as a donor that he had only helped a handful of families. It later emerges he has been donating sperm around the world. In an email to Business Insider, Meijer denied running the site. He explained that he spent "over 50,000 hours" as a sperm donor until 2019, when he said he stopped donating to clinics.

Persons: —, Jonathan Jacob Meijer, John, Meijer, Leon Organizations: Service, Netflix, Business, Hague, Court, Independent, YouTube Locations: Netherlands, Leon, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Africa

☆ Netflix's 'The Man with 1000 Kids' is about a prolific Danish sperm donor. Mothers who say he tricked them 'just want him to stop.'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-03 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Some mothers who have used Jonathan Jacob Meijer's sperm claim the number is much higher. Released on July 3, it features five couples who used Meijer as a sperm donor to start families after finding him on a website called "Longing for a Child." Natalie, who also appeared on the Netflix documentary, highlighted the possible ramifications for future generations because of the number of children Meijer has fathered. Netflix/YouTubeWhen asked about the claims that he has donated globally, Meijer told Business Insider: "As a bank donor doing regular visits, I only was active in the Netherlands for Cryos. Responding to Meijer's decision not to appear in the documentary, Natalie said: "He was given a right to respond.

Persons: —, Jonathan Jacob, Meijer, It's, Natalie, Suzanne, he's, Jonathan Jacob Meijer, I've Organizations: Service, Business, Dutch Society of Obstetrics, Gynecology, Cryos, Netflix, Independent, The Hague, News, YouTube, BI Locations: Netherlands

☆ Lucy Lawless says it was 'difficult' joining 'Battlestar Galactica' because of the 'culture of anxiety' on the show
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Lucy Lawless told Business Insider there was a "culture of anxiety" on the "Battlestar Galactica" set. AdvertisementLucy Lawless told Business Insider that she found it difficult joining "Battlestar Galactica" because of a "culture of anxiety" among the show's actors who didn't know if they would get killed off. Lawless joined the show's second season in 2005 as news reporter D'Anna Biers, who was later revealed to be a robotic Cylon named Number Three. The character faced plenty of twists — including dying and being resurrected several times — and Lawless stayed on "Battlestar Galactica" until it ended in 2009. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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☆ 'House of the Dragon' had a surprising cameo in the latest episode from an actor who said they wouldn't return
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-01 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewWarning, spoilers ahead for "House of the Dragon" season two, episode three. An unexpected "House of the Dragon" star just popped up for a cameo in the third episode of season two after previously saying they wouldn't come back. AdvertisementIn his dreamlike vision, Daemon believes that an unknown person tries to break into his room. Milly Alcock as Rhaenyra Targaryen in "House of the Dragon" season two. AdvertisementGunn said he was "blown away" by the actor during her audition after seeing her in "House of the Dragon."

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☆ What's the deal with the Song of Ice and Fire prophecy in 'House of the Dragon'?
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-01 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewRhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy) and Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) discuss the Song of Ice and Fire prophecy at the end of "House of the Dragon," season two, episode three — which is a major reference to "Game of Thrones." what caused their divide: King Viserys (Paddy Considine). Related storiesHowever, Rhaenyra quickly figures out that he was actually trying to talk to her about the Song of Ice and Fire. The Song of Ice and Fire is a nod to "Game of Thrones"Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower and Emma D'Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen in "House of the Dragon." So it's entirely possible that future projects might also build more history into Aegon's prophecy in the "Game of Thrones" timeline.

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☆ Criston Cole has a brush with death in 'House of the Dragon.' Here's how he actually dies in the book.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-01 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel) has a brush with death in "House of the Dragon" season two. He survives the encounter, but here's how he dies in the book, "Fire and Blood." AdvertisementWarning: Spoilers ahead for "House of the Dragon" season two, episode three. The newly christened Hand of the King, Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel), has a near-miss with death when he gets chased by a dragon in "House of the Dragon" season two, episode three. Here's how he might die in the show if it follows the source material provided by George R. R. Martin's book "Fire and Blood."

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☆ 'The Umbrella Academy' showrunner accused by 12 staff members of 'toxic' behavior. He called the allegations 'false and outrageous.'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-01 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewA showrunner on "The Umbrella Academy" has been accused by 12 staff members of "toxic" behavior, including bullying and sexism, while working on the cult Netflix show. "The Umbrella Academy," which was released on the streamer in 2019 and has run for three seasons, follows a group of superheroes who were around the world at the same time before being raised by a mysterious billionaire. AdvertisementRolling Stone spoke to 12 writers and support staff who worked on "The Umbrella Academy" who shared their concerns about showrunner Steve Blackman. Jesse McKeown, the co-showrunner of "The Umbrella Academy" season four, claimed that he butted heads with Blackman over another writer's pay. Representatives for Blackman and Netflix did not immediately respond to Business Insider's request for comment.

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☆ Lucy Lawless on Her Best TV Roles: 'Xena,' 'Parks and Recreation,' & More
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-01 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

Lucy Lawless is well aware of the "long shadow" her iconic role in "Xena: Warrior Princess" has cast over her career. Her latest, the Acorn TV series "My Life is Murder," is one example of a project Lawless fought to bring to life. On why getting cast as Xena was 'a great big cosmic joke'Lucy Lawless as Xena in "Xena: Warrior Princess." I don't think that would even be particularly mark-worthy these days, would it? But "Parks and Rec" has people who don't know what "Xena" is, but they do know "Parks and Rec" or "Curb Your Enthusiasm" or something.

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