From Negan to Thanos: 15 Villains Who Think They’re Saviors
Warning: Some spoilers for Infinity War follow...
Bad guys don't always want to cause destruction for destruction's sake, or because they were mistreated as youths and now harbor resentment that plagues their everyday adult life. No, some villains see themselves as the heroes. Or, in the very least, as someone willing to make hard and cruel choices for the "greater good." They truly see themselves as saviors and mostly understand that the world will view them as horrible people. They're willing to make that sacrifice though. Your sacrifice, really.
In Avengers: Infinity War, Thanos was willing to risk everything, including those he loved (in his own way), to "mercifully" use the six Infinity Stones and erase half the life in the universe. He knew his wasn't a popular vision, exactly. He expected resistance on all fronts. He also was perfectly content not being beloved by anyone for his decision.
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Captain Marvel Casts Annette Bening in Secret ‘Scientist’ Role
Captain Marvel's cast continues to grow, with Annette Bening now being the latest star to join the upcoming MCU film.
THR reports Bening will portray a "scientist" of some sort in what will be her first superhero movie. Details about her role are being kept under wraps.
Annette Bening, image via THR.
New Deadpool 2 Photos Revealed
The release of Deadpool 2 is right around the corner, with the loudmouth mercenary sharpening his swords in anticipation of a sequel that's already predicted to make over $150 million during its opening weekend in North America.
If May 18 can't come soon enough for you, here are some new photos in the slideshow below that will hopefully sustain you until opening day.
In recent news, Deadpool star Ryan Renolds told EW that the sequel was originally going to make Wade Wilson a father. He informed the outlet that the premise didn't fit the story they were trying to tell. "By page 1.5, it was totally untenable. We were just like, ‘Nope. Nope. No, no, no. This is never, ever going to work.'"
Dancing and Dabbing: Thanos Gets Groovy in Fortnite
Even though Thanos was added into Fortnite to bring destruction and chaos, players have found ways to let Thanos' goofier side shine.
The Infinity Gauntlet Limited Time Mashup mode went live yesterday, allowing one player to take control of Thanos and his unique abilities. Whatever outfit you were wearing beforehand won't show, but your emotes and stylish dance moves don't go anywhere.
That feeling when you finally get the Infinity Gauntlet! pic.twitter.com/8gY9ezygyO
Bethesda Possibly Teasing Rage 2 by Mocking Walmart Listing
After the first hint of a sequel earlier today, Bethesda seems to be teasing RAGE 2 by poking fun at an unconfirmed Walmart listing for the game.
"Hey @WalmartCanada here are a few notes" reads a tweet from the official RAGE account. The tweet is accompanied by a screencap lambasting the lack of key art, age rating and font with a hot pink RAGE anarchy symbol for good measure.
Hey @WalmartCanada here are a few notes. pic.twitter.com/R1od2aTEMC
Outlander Season 4 Has a Premiere Date and More Good News
Outlander fans can look forward to many more years of time-traveling adventure with Claire and Jamie Fraser; in addition to announcing the Season 4 premiere month, Starz has renewed the show for Season 5 and Season 6.
Season 4 of Outlander will premiere in November 2018, with two more seasons of 12 episodes ordered, taking the show through the next two books in Diana Gabaldon's bestselling historical series, The Fiery Cross, and A Breath of Snow and Ashes. Season 4 is based on Gabaldon's Drums of Autumn and is comprised of 13 episodes.
“Fans can rest assured their beloved Claire and Jamie will be back facing new challenges, adversaries and adventures in seasons five and six as we delve into American history and continue the story of the Frasers as they settle in the New World,” said Starz president and CEO Chris Albrecht.
Avengers: Infinity War Shatters China Box Office Presale Records
Avengers: Infinity War has shattered box office presale records in China.
THR reports the third Avengers movie has garnered $47.5 million in presales as of late Wednesday night in Beijing. It's now eclipsed Monster Hunt 2, which earned about $47 million in presales back in January.
The Fate of the Furious, which released in 2017, was Hollywood's previous record holder in China with an estimated $25 million in presales.
Avengers: Age of Ultron is China's biggest-earning superhero movie, having made $240 million in 2015, a total analysts believe Infinity War can reach as well. It opens in theaters on May 11 in China.
Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Teases New Zombies Mode
Treyarch is teasing the return of the ever-popular Zombies mode to Call of Duty: Black Ops 4.
The official E3 Twitter account seemed to reveal the mode early, but now Treyarch itself has teased the mode by tweeting an image stating "Mankind's reckoning will be its salvation" and "So it begins... #Zombies."
The tweet also features a number of strange symbols, along with a mysterious decaying figure removing an ominous mask.
So it begins. . .
Iron Man Suit Prop Disappears From Warehouse
An Iron Man suit prop has vanished from an LA warehouse.
The LA Times reports Los Angeles police are investigating the disappearance of the the prop, which is believed to have went missing from a Pacoima warehouse sometime between February and late April.
The Iron Man suit is said to be valued at $325,000 and was worn by Robert Downey Jr. himself. Someone reported it missing Tuesday, but there are currently no details about whether the costume was misplaced or stolen.
Whether or not Iron Man will ever get his original suit back, you can still look forward to Tony Stark once again battling Thanos in Avengers 4. The film opens in theaters on April 26, 2019 in the UK and May 3, 2019 in the U.S.