Yearly Archives: 2020
Sam Raimi Confirms He’s Directing Doctor Strange 2
In a new interview, Sam Raimi casually confirmed that he's directing Marvel's Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Speaking to ComingSoon and other oulets about his new Quibi series, 50 States of Fright, Raimi was asked about putting a Doctor Strange reference in Spider-Man 2 and then being attached to helm a Doctor Strange film all these years later.
For those who don't recall, there's a scene in Spider-Man 2 where the Daily Bugle's J. Jonah Jameson and Ted Hoffman riff on supervillain names for Otto Octavius and pass on using Doctor Strange since it's already taken.
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Raimi also spoke of his love of the character of Doctor Strange, a superhero he only ranked, though, "at number five" among his picks for the best comic characters.
"I loved Doctor Strange as a kid, but he was always after Spider-Man and Batman for me, he was probably at number five for me of great comic book characters,” Raimi said, before going on to confirm his involvement with the Doctor Strange sequel.
“He was so original, but when we had that moment in Spider-Man 2 I had no idea that we would ever be making a Doctor Strange movie, so it was really funny to me that coincidentally that line was in the movie. I gotta say I wish we had the foresight to know that I was going to be involved in the project.”
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Raimi being considered to direct Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness was confirmed by the project's original director, Scott Derrickson, in a social media post wishing Raimi well with the film, but this is Raimi's first direct confirmation that he's directing the sequel.
For more on Raimi and the Doctor Strange sequel, check out this theory on how Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man could appear in Raimi's Multiverse of Madness.
Sam Raimi Confirms He’s Directing Doctor Strange 2
In a new interview, Sam Raimi casually confirmed that he's directing Marvel's Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Speaking to ComingSoon and other oulets about his new Quibi series, 50 States of Fright, Raimi was asked about putting a Doctor Strange reference in Spider-Man 2 and then being attached to helm a Doctor Strange film all these years later.
For those who don't recall, there's a scene in Spider-Man 2 where the Daily Bugle's J. Jonah Jameson and Ted Hoffman riff on supervillain names for Otto Octavius and pass on using Doctor Strange since it's already taken.
[ignvideo width=610 height=374 url=https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/08/14/what-is-doctor-strange-2s-multiverse-of-madness]
Raimi also spoke of his love of the character of Doctor Strange, a superhero he only ranked, though, "at number five" among his picks for the best comic characters.
"I loved Doctor Strange as a kid, but he was always after Spider-Man and Batman for me, he was probably at number five for me of great comic book characters,” Raimi said, before going on to confirm his involvement with the Doctor Strange sequel.
“He was so original, but when we had that moment in Spider-Man 2 I had no idea that we would ever be making a Doctor Strange movie, so it was really funny to me that coincidentally that line was in the movie. I gotta say I wish we had the foresight to know that I was going to be involved in the project.”
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Raimi being considered to direct Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness was confirmed by the project's original director, Scott Derrickson, in a social media post wishing Raimi well with the film, but this is Raimi's first direct confirmation that he's directing the sequel.
For more on Raimi and the Doctor Strange sequel, check out this theory on how Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man could appear in Raimi's Multiverse of Madness.
Fortnite Chapter 2: Season 2 Extended Until June
Epic Games has announced that Fortnite Chapter 2: Season 2 has been extended until June 4, five weeks longer than its original end date of April 30.
Announced in an official blog post, Epic didn't offer any specific reason for the delay but simply said that the season had been "extended" and that "our plan is to launch Chapter 2 - Season 3 on June 4."
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While Epic hasn't detailed how the extended season will play out in exact detail, it is promising "lots of content coming in the current season." Further, the developers are promising "multiple game updates" that will offer "fresh gameplay, new challenges, bonus XP, and a couple more surprises." However, with the removal of patch notes, it might be hard to know when those updates have occurred.
With only two weeks of Midas challenges left, it should be interesting to see what Epic has planned for the next few weeks. However, for now it seems we will have to wait and see what tricks Epic has up its sleeve.
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While we wait to see what content is coming, the highly anticipated Deadpool skin has finally arrived in the game. If you need help unlocking the skin, be sure to check out our Deadpool challenge guide.
If you're still trying to grind to Tier 100 and unlock the coveted Midas skin, you can earn tons of XP by completing the weekly challenges. Additionally, be sure to check out our guide on some of the best places to land in Fortnite Chapter 2.
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Andrew Smith is a freelance contributor with IGN. Follow him on Twitter @_andrewtsmith.
Fortnite Chapter 2: Season 2 Extended Until June
Epic Games has announced that Fortnite Chapter 2: Season 2 has been extended until June 4, five weeks longer than its original end date of April 30.
Announced in an official blog post, Epic didn't offer any specific reason for the delay but simply said that the season had been "extended" and that "our plan is to launch Chapter 2 - Season 3 on June 4."
[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/04/03/fortnite-deadpool-has-arrived-trailer"]
While Epic hasn't detailed how the extended season will play out in exact detail, it is promising "lots of content coming in the current season." Further, the developers are promising "multiple game updates" that will offer "fresh gameplay, new challenges, bonus XP, and a couple more surprises." However, with the removal of patch notes, it might be hard to know when those updates have occurred.
With only two weeks of Midas challenges left, it should be interesting to see what Epic has planned for the next few weeks. However, for now it seems we will have to wait and see what tricks Epic has up its sleeve.
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While we wait to see what content is coming, the highly anticipated Deadpool skin has finally arrived in the game. If you need help unlocking the skin, be sure to check out our Deadpool challenge guide.
If you're still trying to grind to Tier 100 and unlock the coveted Midas skin, you can earn tons of XP by completing the weekly challenges. Additionally, be sure to check out our guide on some of the best places to land in Fortnite Chapter 2.
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Andrew Smith is a freelance contributor with IGN. Follow him on Twitter @_andrewtsmith.
American Psycho at 20: “It’s Not Easy to Do an Ax Murder”
SPOILERS AHEAD for American Psycho!
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It's been 20 years since Christian Bale killed Jared Leto with an axe -- that is, it's been two decades since the serial killer satire American Psycho opened in theaters on April 14, 2000. In honor of that anniversary, director Mary Harron shared her thoughts on one of her movie's most infamous and grisliest scenes: Patrick Bateman's (Bale) murder of his loathed rival, Paul Allen (played by Leto).
In the film, based on Bret Easton Ellis's controversial novel, Wall Street investment banker Patrick Bateman turns serial killer. Although viewers had already seen Bateman kill a homeless man and a dog, the scene where Bateman brings home his drunk co-worker Paul Allen, gives him a lecture on the Huey Lewis and the News song "Hip to Be Square," and then hacks him to death with an axe is the movie's first real showcase of Bateman's utter depravity and obsessive dedication to his, um, craft.
And as Harron tells it, Jared Leto never saw it coming. That shocked reaction from Leto seen in the movie was genuine.
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“We decided to shoot the rehearsal of the actual murder without telling Jared,” Harron told Entertainment Weekly.
"Christian held back his performance until then so that it would be a real surprise. When he screams 'Hey Paul' and Jared turns around and sees Christian running towards him with the axe, he looks genuinely shocked."
Harron also recounted how arduous the all-night shoot was for the rest of the scene, which saw Bale splattered with blood while Leto lay on the floor awaiting dismemberment.
According to the director, “It’s not easy to do an ax murder.”
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For more on Jared Leto being shocked by things, you must read how Leto found out about the coronavirus.
American Psycho at 20: “It’s Not Easy to Do an Ax Murder”
SPOILERS AHEAD for American Psycho!
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It's been 20 years since Christian Bale killed Jared Leto with an axe -- that is, it's been two decades since the serial killer satire American Psycho opened in theaters on April 14, 2000. In honor of that anniversary, director Mary Harron shared her thoughts on one of her movie's most infamous and grisliest scenes: Patrick Bateman's (Bale) murder of his loathed rival, Paul Allen (played by Leto).
In the film, based on Bret Easton Ellis's controversial novel, Wall Street investment banker Patrick Bateman turns serial killer. Although viewers had already seen Bateman kill a homeless man and a dog, the scene where Bateman brings home his drunk co-worker Paul Allen, gives him a lecture on the Huey Lewis and the News song "Hip to Be Square," and then hacks him to death with an axe is the movie's first real showcase of Bateman's utter depravity and obsessive dedication to his, um, craft.
And as Harron tells it, Jared Leto never saw it coming. That shocked reaction from Leto seen in the movie was genuine.
[ignvideo width=610 height=374 url=https://www.ign.com/videos/2018/07/04/american-psycho-whats-the-difference]
“We decided to shoot the rehearsal of the actual murder without telling Jared,” Harron told Entertainment Weekly.
"Christian held back his performance until then so that it would be a real surprise. When he screams 'Hey Paul' and Jared turns around and sees Christian running towards him with the axe, he looks genuinely shocked."
Harron also recounted how arduous the all-night shoot was for the rest of the scene, which saw Bale splattered with blood while Leto lay on the floor awaiting dismemberment.
According to the director, “It’s not easy to do an ax murder.”
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For more on Jared Leto being shocked by things, you must read how Leto found out about the coronavirus.
Red Dead Online: Claim a Free Ability Card, 50% Bonus Rewards in Free Roam Events, and More
This week in Red Dead Online, get discounts on a wide variety of weapons, take part in Last Stand in Sisika Penitentiary, and get a free Ability card just for playing.
Red Dead Online: Claim a Free Ability Card, 50% Bonus Rewards in Free Roam Events, and More
This week in Red Dead Online, get discounts on a wide variety of weapons, take part in Last Stand in Sisika Penitentiary, and get a free Ability card just for playing.
Peacock Launching with Classic Titles Like 30 Rock, But You’ll Have to Wait for The Office
NBCUniversal is entering the great streaming war with the early release of its Peacock platform. Members of Comcast's Xfinity X1 and Flex services will be able to enjoy a sneak peek of Peacock beginning Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Peacock will launch globally on Wednesday, July 15, 2020.
Peacock boss Matthew Strauss told reporters that his team is evaluating the possibility of moving up the national release if they feel like the platform is ready. "We really believe this is a long-term strategy," Strauss explained. "We’re going to do everything we can to accelerate, but we also see the value of testing and learning."
The streamer also unveiled a demo of what the service will look like running on the Xfinity platform, which you can check out in the video below or at the top of the page. Read on to learn how you can experience Peacock for yourself and what to watch when the new streaming service launches.
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How to Watch Peacock
Beginning on April 15, Comcast's X1 and Flex customers will be able to get an early preview of Peacock Premium at no extra cost, by simply saying "Peacock" into the Xfinity Voice Remote. For those of you unfamiliar with Comcast's services, Xfinity Flex is a 4K streaming device that's free with Xfinity internet. If you're not an Xfinity subscriber, Peacock will launch nationally on July 15 for $4.99 with commercials, and $9.99 for an ad-free version. The Peacock app will be available to download via mobile, desktop, and set-top box devices on July 15. NBCUniversal has not released a full list of the devices you'll be able to use the Peacock app on.What to Watch on Peacock
At launch, Peacock will be home to more than 15,000 hours of TV shows and movies from NBCUniversal's entertainment library. The streamer will include "clip-based" channels featuring sketches from the SNL Vault, Jimmy Fallon, and Seth Meyers. On the news front, Peacock will feature highlights from NBC Sports, NBC Nightly News, and more.Peacock Shows
If you're looking to catch up on your favorite NBC comedies, dramas, and animated series, here's a list of some of the titles you can binge below:- Law & Order: SVU
- Parks & Recreation
- 30 Rock
- Blindspot
- Chicago P.D.
- Chicago Fire
- Chicago Med
- New Amsterdam
- Manifest
- Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist
- Bluff City Law
- Council of Dads
- Lincoln Rhyme: The Hunt for the Bone Collector
- Days of Our Lives
- Saturday Night Live
- King of Queens
- Everybody Loves Raymond
- Two and a Half Men
- A.P. Bio
- Frasier
- Saved By the Bell
- George Lopez
- Cheers
- Yellowstone
- Friday Night Lights
- House
- Battlestar Galactica
- Psych
- Parenthood
- Monk
- Heroes
- Covert Affairs
- Warehouse 13
- Sliders
- Necessary Roughness
- The Commish
- Murder She Wrote
- Columbo
- The Rockford Files
- Airwolf
- Seaquest
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents
- Sabrina: The Animated Series
- Fievel’s American Tails
- Care Bears Get Out
- New Adventures of He-Man
Peacock Movies
On the film side, Peacock will include hundreds of movies from the NBCUniversal library. Here are some of the titles you'll be able to watch:- Jurassic Park franchise
- E.T.
- Meet the Parents
- Schindler’s List
- Shrek
- Evan Almighty
- Liar Liar
- Fletch
- Ray
- Lost in Translation
- Definitely Maybe
- Reservoir Dogs
- Children of Men
- Moonrise Kingdom
- American Psycho
- Meet Joe Black
- Monster’s Ball
- Blue Crush
- The Blair Witch Project
- Fear
- The Story of Us
- You, Me, and Dupree
- Robin Hood
- Leap Year
Peacock Shows and Movies Coming Soon
Premiering later this year and into 2021, Peacock will feature new original series like its Saved By the Bell reboot, and the ambitious sci-fi series Brave New World starring Alden Ehrenreich (Solo: A Star Wars Story) and Demi Moore (Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle). Check out what other new movies and TV shows are coming to Peacock in the list below:- Brave New World
- The Capture
- Psych 2: Lassie Come Home
- Angelyne
- Intelligence
- Rutherford Falls
- Lost Speedways
- Saved By the Bell
- The Office
- This Is Us
- The Blacklist
- Downton Abbey
- Suits
- Bates Motel
- The Mindy Project
- Keeping Up With the Kardashians
- Married With Children
- Roseanne
- Pawn Stars
- Storage Wars
- Ancient Aliens
- Cold Case Files
- The Bourne Trilogy
- Knocked Up
- Bridesmaids
- Baby Mama
- Apollo 13
- The Big Lebowski
- Notting Hill
- Scent of a Woman
- Meatballs
- The Hurt Locker and Open Water
Peacock Launching with Classic Titles Like 30 Rock, But You’ll Have to Wait for The Office
NBCUniversal is entering the great streaming war with the early release of its Peacock platform. Members of Comcast's Xfinity X1 and Flex services will be able to enjoy a sneak peek of Peacock beginning Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Peacock will launch globally on Wednesday, July 15, 2020.
Peacock boss Matthew Strauss told reporters that his team is evaluating the possibility of moving up the national release if they feel like the platform is ready. "We really believe this is a long-term strategy," Strauss explained. "We’re going to do everything we can to accelerate, but we also see the value of testing and learning."
The streamer also unveiled a demo of what the service will look like running on the Xfinity platform, which you can check out in the video below or at the top of the page. Read on to learn how you can experience Peacock for yourself and what to watch when the new streaming service launches.
[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/04/14/peacock-xfinity-preview-trailer"]
How to Watch Peacock
Beginning on April 15, Comcast's X1 and Flex customers will be able to get an early preview of Peacock Premium at no extra cost, by simply saying "Peacock" into the Xfinity Voice Remote. For those of you unfamiliar with Comcast's services, Xfinity Flex is a 4K streaming device that's free with Xfinity internet. If you're not an Xfinity subscriber, Peacock will launch nationally on July 15 for $4.99 with commercials, and $9.99 for an ad-free version. The Peacock app will be available to download via mobile, desktop, and set-top box devices on July 15. NBCUniversal has not released a full list of the devices you'll be able to use the Peacock app on.What to Watch on Peacock
At launch, Peacock will be home to more than 15,000 hours of TV shows and movies from NBCUniversal's entertainment library. The streamer will include "clip-based" channels featuring sketches from the SNL Vault, Jimmy Fallon, and Seth Meyers. On the news front, Peacock will feature highlights from NBC Sports, NBC Nightly News, and more.Peacock Shows
If you're looking to catch up on your favorite NBC comedies, dramas, and animated series, here's a list of some of the titles you can binge below:- Law & Order: SVU
- Parks & Recreation
- 30 Rock
- Blindspot
- Chicago P.D.
- Chicago Fire
- Chicago Med
- New Amsterdam
- Manifest
- Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist
- Bluff City Law
- Council of Dads
- Lincoln Rhyme: The Hunt for the Bone Collector
- Days of Our Lives
- Saturday Night Live
- King of Queens
- Everybody Loves Raymond
- Two and a Half Men
- A.P. Bio
- Frasier
- Saved By the Bell
- George Lopez
- Cheers
- Yellowstone
- Friday Night Lights
- House
- Battlestar Galactica
- Psych
- Parenthood
- Monk
- Heroes
- Covert Affairs
- Warehouse 13
- Sliders
- Necessary Roughness
- The Commish
- Murder She Wrote
- Columbo
- The Rockford Files
- Airwolf
- Seaquest
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents
- Sabrina: The Animated Series
- Fievel’s American Tails
- Care Bears Get Out
- New Adventures of He-Man
Peacock Movies
On the film side, Peacock will include hundreds of movies from the NBCUniversal library. Here are some of the titles you'll be able to watch:- Jurassic Park franchise
- E.T.
- Meet the Parents
- Schindler’s List
- Shrek
- Evan Almighty
- Liar Liar
- Fletch
- Ray
- Lost in Translation
- Definitely Maybe
- Reservoir Dogs
- Children of Men
- Moonrise Kingdom
- American Psycho
- Meet Joe Black
- Monster’s Ball
- Blue Crush
- The Blair Witch Project
- Fear
- The Story of Us
- You, Me, and Dupree
- Robin Hood
- Leap Year
Peacock Shows and Movies Coming Soon
Premiering later this year and into 2021, Peacock will feature new original series like its Saved By the Bell reboot, and the ambitious sci-fi series Brave New World starring Alden Ehrenreich (Solo: A Star Wars Story) and Demi Moore (Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle). Check out what other new movies and TV shows are coming to Peacock in the list below:- Brave New World
- The Capture
- Psych 2: Lassie Come Home
- Angelyne
- Intelligence
- Rutherford Falls
- Lost Speedways
- Saved By the Bell
- The Office
- This Is Us
- The Blacklist
- Downton Abbey
- Suits
- Bates Motel
- The Mindy Project
- Keeping Up With the Kardashians
- Married With Children
- Roseanne
- Pawn Stars
- Storage Wars
- Ancient Aliens
- Cold Case Files
- The Bourne Trilogy
- Knocked Up
- Bridesmaids
- Baby Mama
- Apollo 13
- The Big Lebowski
- Notting Hill
- Scent of a Woman
- Meatballs
- The Hurt Locker and Open Water