Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is now available on PVOD platforms following a theatrical run that grossed $344 million against a $165 million budget. The film marks the lowest-grossing live-action Star Wars movie to date and earned mixed reviews, with IGN giving it a 5/10 and Rotten Tomatoes settling at 60%.
Marvel Studios has locked in a packed Phase 6 schedule running from July 2026 through December 2027, headlined by Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Avengers: Doomsday, and the VisionQuest series. Robert Downey Jr. returns as Doctor Doom while Tom Holland begins a new Spider-Man trilogy under Destin Daniel Cretton's direction.
Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday cast announcement confirms a surprisingly lean roster that excludes Tom Holland's Spider-Man, Brie Larson's Captain Marvel, Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, and the entire Guardians of the Galaxy lineup. The film appears to be pivoting toward a Fantastic Four and X-Men crossover focus while sidelining most Disney+ series characters and recent Phase 4-5 additions.
King of the Hill Season 15 arrives on Hulu and Disney+ July 20, delivering what may be the strongest season in the show's nearly 30-year history. The 10-episode run perfects the balance between character growth and the series' timeless slice-of-life charm, anchored by a flashback finale that finally explains the 16-year gap.
Director Brad Bird confirms there will be no Ratatouille 2, believing Remy's story is complete. Bird has rebuffed Pixar's suggestions for a sequel, emphasizing the narrative's conclusion. Meanwhile, he's involved in The Incredibles 3.
Discover how Toy Story 5's original ending planned a poignant reunion for Jessie with her former owner Emily, now a grandmother. This drastically different conclusion would have altered Jessie's emotional journey. The film's actual resolution beautifully reframes her abandonment, focusing on the transient yet vital role of toys in children's lives.
Toy Story 5 is poised to dominate both box offices and streaming platforms. Based on Disney's release patterns, the film is expected to hit digital platforms in August, Blu-ray/DVD in September, and Disney Plus in October. Fans of Woody, Buzz, and the gang can anticipate a home viewing debut this summer, with streaming access following shortly after.
Famke Janssen, the original Jean Grey in the X-Men film series, expresses disappointment over not being invited to reprise her role in Avengers: Doomsday, stating Marvel "made a mistake." Despite her interest in returning and the return of other X-Men cast members, Janssen confirms her absence from the upcoming MCU film. Avengers: Doomsday is set to premiere on December 18, 2026.
The X-Files: I Want to Believe director's cut, promising a scarier vision, has been delayed from its June 11 Disney+ release date. Despite the setback, Polygon confirms it will arrive later this summer following last-minute edits. Fans eagerly awaiting Chris Carter's original intended version will have to wait just a little longer.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu experienced a significant 69% drop at the box office in its second weekend, earning $25 million domestically. This substantial decline, from a $102 million debut to a $137 million domestic total, suggests the film's appeal was largely limited to die-hard fans eager for a big-screen Star Wars return. Despite this, the movie's future on Disney+ may yet salvage its performance.
