Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 379, where franchises are rebooting, retconning, and occasionally pulling the plug.

NEWS

A new RoboCop series finally gets the green light at Amazon Studios — can the franchise work on TV? After a legal battle with Lucasfilm, Gina Carano is reportedly in talks for a Star Wars comeback. Star Wars may be taking its first steps toward retconning the sequel trilogy — rumour, reality, or fan wishful thinking? Gen V is cancelled after two seasons, but The Boys universe continues with a new spin-off, Vought Rising, set for 2027. DC pushes forward as the Superman sequel Man of Tomorrow begins filming, with teases of Brainiac and Lex Luthor behind bars.

TRAILERS

Street Fighter — the 2026 movie trailer drops with big expectations riding on it. Clayface — first teaser gives a glimpse at one of DC’s more unusual characters stepping into the spotlight.

REVIEWS

Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s grounded approach still land? The Boys — still hitting hard or starting to lose its edge?

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Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 378, where the biggest franchises in entertainment are quietly gearing up for their next move.

NEWS

• Paramount officially confirms a new Star Trek movie, but keeps details locked down — what direction could the franchise take next?
• Amazon MGM says the search for the next James Bond is ongoing, promising a careful and respectful approach to casting 007.
• Top Gun 3 is in development, with a script underway aiming to reunite Tom Cruise and Jerry Bruckheimer.
• Harold Perrineau addresses fan complaints about the ending of From Season 4 — does it fix the show’s biggest issue?
• A Call of Duty movie locks in a Summer 2028 release date, continuing the wave of video game adaptations.

TRAILERS

• Godzilla Minus Zero — first look teaser brings the King back with a darker tone.
• The Mandalorian and Grogu — final trailer teases the next big chapter in the Star Wars universe.

REVIEWS

• Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s grounded return deliver?
• The Boys — still pushing boundaries or starting to repeat itself?

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Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 377, where studios cut back in one breath… and double down on franchises in the next.

NEWS

J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot faces major downsizing — what does this mean for one of Hollywood’s most high-profile production companies? Extraction 3 is officially in the works at Netflix, with Chris Hemsworth and Idris Elba returning for another round. Rumours around Star Trek: United continue to grow as Paramount looks beyond Starfleet Academy for the future of the franchise. Ralph Fiennes says the “ship has sailed” on returning as Voldemort for HBO’s Harry Potter series — but suggests Tilda Swinton would be an inspired choice. Tom Holland confirms additional filming on Spider-Man: Brand New Day… that they apparently “don’t need.” Make of that what you will.

TRAILERS

Mortal Kombat II — the second trailer doubles down on chaos, violence, and fan service. The Punisher: One Last Kill — Marvel drops a special presentation teaser promising a brutal send-off.

REVIEW

Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s street-level return stick the landing, or fall into familiar traps?

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