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IDW Entertainment is releasing "Monsterpiece Theater," a new comic book series that reimagines classic literature with Godzilla and other Toho kaiju. The first installment, "Romeo and Juliet and Godzilla," will feature Romeo as a member of the anti-kaiju task force G-Force and Juliet as an orphan who has grown up alongside Godzilla, whom she considers her family. Written by Erik Burnham and illustrated by Dan Schoening, the series is set to debut in April.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/romeo-and-juliet-and-godzilla-comic-monsterpiece-theater-idw-entertainment/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

"Pillion," an A24 film starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård, is a queer, kinky romantic movie with a sweet undertone, premiering in theaters on February 6, 2026. The trailer showcases a timid man finding joy in a dominant/submissive relationship with an enigmatic biker, set to Tiffany's "I Think We're Alone Now."Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/pillions-sexy-trailer-reveals-fun-queer-kinky-movie/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

Prime Video's "The Bluff" features Karl Urban and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in a pirate-themed action film. Chopra Jonas plays Ercell "Bloody Mary" Bodden, an ex-pirate living a peaceful life in the Cayman Islands with her family, who is forced to confront her violent past when her former captain, Connor (Urban), seeks revenge. The movie is described as a gritty, adrenaline-fueled adventure about family and survival, and it will be released on Prime Video on February 25.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/the-bluff-trailer-karl-urban-priyanka-chopra-jonas-pirates/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

Marvel Comics is releasing "Spider-Man/Superman #1" in April, reuniting the two iconic heroes in a crossover event that follows a similar announcement from DC Comics. This one-shot will feature a lead story by Brad Meltzer and Pepe Larraz, where Spider-Man and Superman face Lex Luthor and Norman Osborn. Additionally, the issue will include bonus stories from various acclaimed creative teams, such as Spider-Man Noir meeting Golden Age Superman, a crisis involving the Super and Spider families, a symbiote invasion of Metropolis, and a meeting between Gwen Stacy and Lana Lang.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/marvel-brings-spider-man-and-superman-together-again-in-april/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

Director Boots Riley is adapting Anne Washburn's "Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play" into a film.[1] This dark comedy is set a century after an apocalypse, where survivors entertain themselves by retelling The Simpsons episodes from memory.[1] The play centers on a group who recount the "Cape Feare" episode and later form a traveling theater troupe that performs more serious versions of The Simpsons episodesVisit  http://nerdist.com/article/the-simpsons-dark-comedy-mr-burns-boots-riley/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player) 

The first article discusses Marvel's launch of a live countdown to the Avengers: Doomsday movie, which is set to premiere on December 18, 2026.[1] This countdown follows several teaser trailers, including ones featuring Chris Evans as Steve Rogers, Thor, and the X-Men's integration into the MCU, as well as a clip showing the Fantastic Four's first cinematic meeting with Wakandans.[1] Fans are excited about the prospect of seeing the Avengers, X-Men, and Fantastic Four together, and are speculating if the lengthy countdown will include any additional teasers or easter eggs.[1]The second article discusses the latest clip for Scream 7, which teases connections to the franchise's 30-year legacy and suggests that the new killer's motivations are tied to past events.[2] A notable part of the footage shows someone in Fallbrook Psychiatric Hospital drawing unusual pictures, fueling speculation that Stu Macher, a character from the original film, might still be alive.[2] Ghostface's voice in the clip also suggests a killer who is from Woodsboro and intends to repeat history, potentially having a past relationship with Sidney.[2] Scream 7 is scheduled to be released in theaters on February 27.[2]The first article discusses Marvel's launch of a live countdown to the Avengers: Doomsday movie, set to premiere on December 18, 2026. [1]This countdown follows several teaser trailers, including ones featuring Chris Evans as Steve Rogers, Thor, the X-Men's integration into the MCU, and a clip showing the Fantastic Four's first cinematic meeting with Wakandans. [1]Fans are highly anticipating the film and speculating about potential additional teasers during the countdown.[1]The second article details a new clip for Scream 7, which hints at connections to the franchise's 30-year history and a killer whose actions are linked to past events. [2]The footage shows a character in a psychiatric hospital drawing strange pictures, leading to renewed speculation about the possible return of Stu Macher. [2]Ghostface's dialogue in the clip suggests a killer from Woodsboro aiming to repeat history, potentially with a past relationship with Sidney. [2]Scream 7 is scheduled for release on February 27.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/marvel-avengers-doomsday-countdown/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player) 

The first article reports that director Boots Riley will adapt Anne Washburn's "Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play" into a film[1]. This dark comedy, set a century after an apocalypse, features a group of survivors who retell The Simpsons episode "Cape Feare" from memory[1]. The survivors eventually form a traveling theater troupe specializing in more serious renditions of The Simpsons episodes[1]. Riley confirmed the project on X, and his previous film, "Sorry to Bother You," was well-received[1].The second article discusses a new clip for Scream 7 that hints at connections to the franchise's 30-year history[2]. The clip shows someone in Fallbrook Psychiatric Hospital drawing unusual pictures, fueling speculation that Stu Macher might still be alive[2]. Ghostface's voice in the clip suggests a killer from Woodsboro who wants to repeat history and potentially had a past relationship with Sidney[2]. Scream 7 is scheduled for release on February 27[2].Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/scream-7-clip-tv-spot-psychiatric-hospital-stu-macher/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player) 

Zoe Saldaña has become the highest-grossing actor of all time, with her films earning over $15 billion to date. This achievement comes after the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash in 2025. Saldaña has starred in the three highest-grossing films ever—Avatar, Avengers: Endgame, and Avatar: The Way of Water—and has appeared in four movies that have grossed more than $2 billion worldwide, including Avengers: Infinity War. She is also slated to appear in two more Avatar films, which will likely further increase her total gross.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/zoe-saldana-highest-grossing-actor-of-all-time/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)