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☆ Don Cheadle responds to Robert Downey Jr.'s casting as Doctor Doom — and whether they'll share the screen again in a Marvel movie
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-13 | by ( Caralynn Matassa | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Business Insider asked him about the casting of Downey Jr. as the villain Doctor Doom, which shocked fans when it was announced over the summer. Robert Downey Jr. and Don Cheadle in "Iron Man 2." Marvel StudiosCheadle has played Rhodey since 2010's "Iron Man 2," after taking over the role from Terrence Howard, who played the character in the first "Iron Man" film. AdvertisementCheadle reprised the role in "Iron Man 3," "Avengers: Age of Ultron," "Captain America: Civil War," "Avengers: Infinity War," and "Avengers: Endgame." In "Endgame," Downey Jr.'s Iron Man was killed off, seemingly putting an end to the actor's time in the MCU (at least until that controversial Doom casting).

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☆ Marvel reclaims its mojo with ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ and the return of Robert Downey Jr.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Oliver Darcy | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

“Deadpool & Wolverine” clawed through initial analyst expectations, delivering a monster $211 million jolt to the domestic box office. The film’s massive success pushed Marvel past the $30 billion mark at the global office, making it the highest-grossing franchise of all-time. Meanwhile, the box office success coincided with the Disney-owned studio making buzzy announcements at Comic-Con. And, in a stunning announcement, Robert Downey Jr. emerged onstage as Marvel unveiled the one-time “Iron Man” actor as the franchise’s next big supervillain, Doctor Doom. But what happens when Marvel doesn’t have the Russo Brothers and Downey Jr. to lean on?

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☆ Robert Downey Jr. is making a surprise return to Marvel as Doctor Doom in 'Avengers Doomsday.' Here's how that's possible and what else to know about the film.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

For months, fans have been worried about what will happen to the next "Avengers" movie after Marvel Studios faced a series of problems. Marvel Studios announced at the end of their panel at the San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday that "Avengers: Doomsday" and the film that follows it, "Avengers: Secret Wars," will be directed by the Russo brothers. Joe and Anthony Russo directed the last two "Avengers" movies, which made over $4 billion in total and are the current second and sixth- highest-grossing movies of all time . It also announced that Downey Jr., who played the beloved hero Iron Man for over a decade, is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe to play Doctor Doom, the new villain in "Avengers: Doomsday." But some fans have said this move would ruin Downey Jr.'s final performance in "Avengers Endgame" and the legacy of Doctor Doom, one of the most popular Marvel comic villains.

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☆ Robert Downey Jr. will reunite with Marvel in new movie
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-28 | by ( Alli Rosenbloom | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Robert Downey Jr. is making his return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe – but it’s not what you think. I like playing complicated characters.”“Avengers: Doomsday” is set to hit theaters May 2026, according to a press release. Anthony and Joe Russo, who have previously directed four Marvel movies, will direct. (See: One big Marvel actor’s clever return to the MCU in “Deadpool & Wolverine.) “Avengers: Doomsday” will replace the previously announced “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty” in the MCU release calendar.

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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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☆ Marvel boss Kevin Feige says 'Deadpool & Wolverine' proves it's possible to bring back former stars Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans. Here's what the actors have said.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Feige told DiscussingFilm on Tuesday that if they brought back Downey Jr. and Evans, they would have to handle the move carefully. And we've been spending, you know, the last two-plus years figuring that out for Wolverine," Feige said. AdvertisementIf pulled off correctly, the return could be a great move for Marvel, Downey Jr., and Evans. A cameo from Downey Jr. or Evans could help bring back audiences to the cinemas. But after winning his first Oscar for "Oppenheimer," Downey Jr. seems more open to reprising the role.

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☆ The Russo brothers — the directors of the $4 billion 'Avengers' films — could be back to save superhero movies after 'The Marvels' lost $237 million
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-18 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Multiple outlets have reported that the Russo brothers are in talks to return to Marvel. What's known as superhero movie fatigue has caused a crisis in the film industry. The Russo brothers could be exactly what the superhero industry needs to bounce back. AdvertisementThe Russo brothers, the directing duo behind the $4 billion epics "Avengers: Infinity War" and "Avengers: Endgame," may be returning to save Marvel. After Destin Daniel Cretton dropped out of directing "Avengers 5" in November 2023, Marvel has struggled to choose a new director to lead their most profitable movie series.

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☆ Millie Bobby Brown is ready for ‘Stranger Things’ to end
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-16 | by ( Marianne Garvey | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Millie Bobby Brown is ready for “Stranger Things” to wrap up. The show’s star says the upcoming fifth season will be its last and Brown is prepared to move on from her character, Eleven. “You’re ready to go and blossom and flourish and you’re grateful for the time you’ve had, but it’s time to create your own message and live your own life.”The latest episodes have delayed filming because of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. “Stranger Things” premiered in 2016, with Brown starring from the start. She has referred to Bongiovi, who she has been linked to since 2021, as her “partner for life.”

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☆ 'Citadel': Priyanka Chopra Jonas on what her latest show gets right about diversity
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-28 | by ( Sandy Thin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Within the first scene of new Prime Video series “Citadel,” Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Richard Madden have a conversation that flits from English to Mandarin to German to Spanish and finally, back to English. But it is also a statement of intent from the series, indicating the radical ambition of the project the creative team is embarking upon. Chopra Jonas – the star of over 50 Bollywood films – told CNN, “What we’re trying to do has never been attempted – in TV, features, long-form, short-form, anything. Prime VideoGiven the international scope of the world Prime Video hopes to create, it’s no surprise they have turned to two titans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe to steer the ship. There are very few things that bind us together in this increasingly divisive world, and stories are one of them.”“Citadel” is available of Prime Video from April 28.

☆ How 'Citadel,' Amazon Studios' ambitious new spy series from the Russo brothers, became one of the costliest shows ever made
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-16 | by ( Lucia Moses | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

"Citadel," Amazon Studios' ambitious spy series, is on track to be one of the costliest series ever made. Amazon Studios early on was known for prestige shows like "Transparent" and "Maisel" as well as action hits like "Jack Ryan." Amazon Studios' Head of Global Television, Vernon Sanders, told Insider that "Citadel" is new territory for the company. Inside and outside of Amazon Studios, there are concerns about a lack of clear creative direction as well as the division's future role in the larger Amazon ecosystem. Insider spoke to 21 current and recently departed Amazon Studios executives, Hollywood agents, and other industry insiders about the opportunities and challenges.

☆ Amazon Studios is growing fast and spending big on shows like 'Citadel,' but insiders say unclear creative direction, leadership shifts, and tech bureaucracy threaten to drive away staff and talent
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-10 | by ( Lucia Moses | Elaine Low | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +20 min

The dust has been settling at Amazon Studios after a big reorg in the fall that solidified Jen Salke's power. Yet Amazon Studios faces major challenges. Amazon Studios' Head of Global Television Vernon Sanders told Insider that the goal is to deliver content with global cultural relevance. Amazon Prime VideoWhile spending on such big swings has soared, some insiders see far less budgetary support for underrepresented casts. "I do think people wonder what's the commitment to Amazon Studios," the current insider said.

☆ 'Avengers: Endgame' director blames 'corporate sociopathy' on Warner Bros. Discovery scrapping 'Batgirl'
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-02 | by ( Travis Clark | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

"Avengers: Endgame" co-director Joe Russo blamed "corporate sociopathy" for "Batgirl" being scrapped. Russo said it's rare for "something that high profile, that expensive" to be "murdered in such a way." "It's sad, but we're at a time in the business where corporate sociopathy is going to rear its head because people are scared," he added. Discovery canceled the release of "Batgirl" earlier this year after the WarnerMedia-Discovery merger completed, as the company looked to cut down on costs. "Avengers: Endgame" is the second-biggest movie at the worldwide box office of all time, behind "Avatar."

☆ Kevin Hart sold a $100 million stake in his media company to private equity firm Abry. Here are 10 more Hollywood production shops that are hot M&A targets.
▼ + stars: | 2022-05-19 | by ( Natalie Jarvey | Elaine Low | Madeline Berg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +12 min

Abry Partners' $100 million stake in Kevin Hart's company HartBeat is the latest big M&A move in Hollywood. Dealmakers said production companies are valuable amid the streaming wars and demand for content. The M&A activity had top Hollywood dealmakers telling Insider in early 2022 that practically every independent production company is a target. Many production companies make work-for-hire or don't control the rights to a project once it is sold off to a studio distributor. Based on January interviews with five entertainment industry experts and insiders, Insider identified a list of 10 production companies that could be compelling acquisition targets as M&A activity continues.

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