Pirates of the Caribbean Producer Confirms Franchise Is Getting a ‘Reboot’ With Sixth Movie

Pirates of the Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer has confirmed that the franchise is getting a “reboot” with the long-in-development sixth movie. ComicBook.com recently quizzed Bruckheimer about both Top Gun and Pirates of the Caribbean, to which the producer hinted that the latter might have a better chance of returning to the big screen first because… Continue reading Pirates of the Caribbean Producer Confirms Franchise Is Getting a ‘Reboot’ With Sixth Movie

World of Warcraft Subscription Numbers Are Higher Now Than at Expansion Launch in a Franchise First

It’s easy to roll your eyes and say that MMORPGs are dead if you, ya know, don’t play MMORPGs. But 20-year-old World of Warcraft still seems to have plenty of spring in its step, according to Warcraft general manager John Hight. Its latest expansion, Dragonflight, has more subscribers now than it did at launch, and… Continue reading World of Warcraft Subscription Numbers Are Higher Now Than at Expansion Launch in a Franchise First

7 Ways The Amazing Spider-Man #31 Sets Up the Future of the Franchise

The Amazing Spider-Man #31 is another hugely important chapter in the series. Wedding bells are ringing, even while another romance falls apart. Old heroes return while new heroes are forged. And in the end, the series lays the groundwork for a major upcoming crossover called “Gang War.” We’re here to break down all the big… Continue reading 7 Ways The Amazing Spider-Man #31 Sets Up the Future of the Franchise

Gareth Edwards Never Meant to Make Franchise Films Like Rogue One & Godzilla. Now He’s Back on Track

For what it’s worth, Gareth Edwards didn’t mean to focus on established IP for years. But when Godzilla and Star Wars come knocking, you answer. The director tells IGN as much at San Diego Comic-Con in a candid conversation while promoting his upcoming movie The Creator, which hits theaters on Sept. 29. The film, which… Continue reading Gareth Edwards Never Meant to Make Franchise Films Like Rogue One & Godzilla. Now He’s Back on Track

5 Ways Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Changes the Franchise

Warning: this article contains spoilers for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. Be sure to check out IGN’s review of Mutant Mayhem. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise has taken a number of forms over the decades, transforming first from a gritty indie comic to a family-friendly animated series to a relatively darker live-action movie.… Continue reading 5 Ways Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Changes the Franchise