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"The Dreadful" Trailer:Magnolia Pictures' "The Dreadful," a gothic horror film set in 15th-century England during the War of the Roses, features Sophie Turner as Lady Isolda and Kit Harington as her lover. After a family tragedy, Isolda and her mother flee to a remote estate, where she meets a charismatic man (Harington) amidst the ongoing conflict. Written and directed by Samantha Quick, the film premieres in theaters on February 20, 2026.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/the-dreadful-trailer-sophie-turner-kit-harington-lovers/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player) 

"28 Years Later: The Bone Temple" Final Scene:The final scene of "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple" features Cillian Murphy's character, Jim, in a cameo. After Jim is freed from a cage by new characters and released into the wild, the scene cuts to him looking into the camera with a sinister grin as the screen fades to black, hinting at a darker transformation for the character. The film is set to release on June 20, 2025.Visit https://nerdist.com/article/28-years-later-the-bone-temple-final-scene-cillian-murphy-jim-cameo/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player) 

"Marty Supreme" Was Supposed to End as a Vampire Flick:Originally, the film "Marty Supreme" was planned to conclude as a vampire movie. The protagonist, Marty, was intended to be bitten by a vampire early in the story and slowly transform throughout the film, leading to a reveal in the final act where he fully embraces his new vampiric nature. However, this concept was ultimately scrapped in favor of the current ending.Visit https://nerdist.com/article/marty-supreme-was-supposed-to-end-as-a-vampire-flick/ to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player) 

TV/Film Characters Who Were Supposed to Die Early But Lived Longer:This article highlights a recurring trend in TV and film where characters initially intended for a brief appearance or an early death end up having an extended lifespan due to their popularity or creative changes. While specific examples aren't detailed in this summary, the piece explores how fan reception and evolving storylines can lead to unexpected longevity for certain characters.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/tv-film-characters-who-were-supposed-to-die-early-but-lived-longer/ to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player) 

"The Bride" Trailer:Maggie Gyllenhaal's gothic horror film, "The Bride," which follows the story of Frankenstein's monster and his bride, has released its first trailer. The film stars Christian Bale as Frankenstein's Monster and Jessie Buckley as the Bride, along with Peter Sarsgaard, Annette Bening, and Julianne Hough. The teaser focuses on the Bride's awakening and her journey from a creature of stitches to a figure of beauty and menace. "The Bride" is scheduled for release on October 3, 2025.Visit https://nerdist.com/article/the-bride-trailer-jesse-buckley-christian-bale/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player) 

Robert Downey Jr. and Timothée Chalamet Want "Dunesday" Double Feature:Robert Downey Jr. and Timothée Chalamet have expressed their desire for a "Dunesday" double feature, combining Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday and Dune: Part Three. Both actors are involved in these respective franchises, and their comments highlight the excitement for two major cinematic events. Downey Jr. mentioned the potential for a Marvel-Dune crossover "in his dreams," while Chalamet also expressed enthusiasm for the idea. Avengers: Doomsday is set to release on December 18, 2026, and Dune: Part Three is in development.Visit https://nerdist.com/article/robert-downey-jr-timothee-chalamet-want-dunesday-double-feature-avengers-doomsday-dune-part-three/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player) 

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)