Minions & Monsters And The First LEGO

All images: Illumination

Illumination's Minions & Monsters looks absolutely hilarious. In this clip, we see the Minions living in ancient Greece, working for a Cyclops. And then, they create the first LEGO. As expected with the Minions, it does not go well.

Here's the official synopsis from Illumination: 

Fresh off the worldwide blockbuster success of summer 2024’s funniest comedy, "Despicable Me 4", Illumination expands its joyful animated universe with a riotous new chapter, featuring all-new characters, in the biggest global animated franchise in history: "Minions & Monsters". 

This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to try and save the planet from the mayhem they had just created. 

The acclaimed voice cast includes Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, Jeff Bridges, Jesse Eisenberg, Zoey Deutch, Trey Parker, Bobby Moynihan, and Phil LaMarr.

Minions & Monsters arrives in theaters on July 1st.

Bring Me His Helmet

Lucasfilm

This clip from Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu shows that the Hutt Twins are back to cause more trouble. This time, they've captured Din Djarin and removed his helmet. I don't think this will end well for them.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu arrives in theaters on May 22nd.

Wednesday's Ground Rules

Netflix

Wednesday Addams is returning to Nevermore Academy for another year of creepy and kooky mysteries. But this time, her little brother Pugsley is joining her. Of course, Wednesday has a few ground rules for his time at Nevermore. 

Here's the official synopsis from Netflix: 

Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega), returns to prowl the Gothic halls of Nevermore Academy, where fresh foes and woes await. This season, Wednesday must navigate family, friends and old adversaries, propelling her into another year of delightfully dark and kooky mayhem. Armed with her signature razor-sharp wit and deadpan charm, Wednesday is also plunged into a new bone-chilling supernatural mystery. 

This year, Wednesday is joined at school by a new member of the Addams family: her little brother Pugsley (Isaac Ordonez), who begins his own Nevermore journey. Their parents, Morticia (Catherine Zeta-Jones) and Gomez Addams (Luis Guzmán), will also have an increased presence on campus — a rare new form of torture for the fiercely independent amateur sleuth.

Familiar favorites like Wednesday’s roommate Enid (Emma Myers), frenemy Bianca (Joy Sunday), barista by day and murderous Hyde by night Tyler (Hunter Doohan), Uncle Fester (Fred Armisen) and, of course, Thing (Victor Dorobantu) are returning. They will be joined by a few new faces, such as Grandmama Hester Frump (Joanna Lumley) and Principal Dort (Steve Buscemi).

Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams

Emma Myers as Enid Sinclair

Joy Sunday as Bianca Barclay

Isaac Ordonez as Pugsley Addams

Moose Mostafa as Eugene Ottinger

Hunter Doohan as Tyler Galpin

Steve Buscemi as Principal Dort

Georgie Farmer as Ajax Petropolus

Catherine Zeta-Jones and Luis Guzmán as Morticia and Gomez Addams 

Victor Dorobantu as Thing

Part One of Wednesday arrived on Netflix today. Part Two arrives on September 3rd.

"I Herald Galactus" Clip

Marvel

Most of the trailers and clips for Marvel's The Fantastic 4: First Steps have been fairly lighthearted, celebrating the family and their world. But this clip of the Silver Surfer introduces the villain.

The Fantastic 4: First Steps arrives in theaters on July 25th.

Sunday Dinner

Marvel

Each new glimpse of Marvel's The Fantastic 4: First Steps is amazing. It looks so delightfully retro and all about family. This clip shows the importance of Sunday dinners together to this family. 

The Fantastic 4: First Steps arrives in theaters on July 25th.

Elio "Overwhelmed" Clip

Pixar

Pixar's Elio looks like another amazing animated movie about family and fitting in. In this clip, Elio's aunt Olga is more than a little overwhelmed with her new responsibilities.

Elio arrives in theaters today, June 20th.

Elio "Gravity" Clip

Pixar

It appears that Pixar has done it again. Elio looks so fun and cute! In this clip, Elio is beyond excited to have finally been abducted by aliens. 

Here's the official synopsis from Pixar: 

Elio is a kid with goals: “I’m trying to get abducted—by aliens!” In Disney and Pixar’s all-new feature film “Elio,” he might just get what he’s been searching for.

A space fanatic with an active imagination and a huge alien obsession, Elio’s all in for an epic undertaking when he’s beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide. When Elio is mistakenly identified as Earth’s leader, he must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions, and somehow discover who and where he is truly meant to be. The film features the voices of Yonas Kibreab as Elio, Zoe Saldaña as Aunt Olga, Remy Edgerly as Glordon, Brad Garrett as Lord Grigon, Jameela Jamil as Ambassador Questa and Shirley Henderson as OOOOO.

Elio arrives in theaters this Friday, June 20th.

Wednesday Season 2 The First Six Minutes

Netflix

Netflix has released the first six minutes of season 2 of Wednesday and it looks just as dark and delightful as season 1. It appears Wednesday Addams has been working hard all summer to control her psychic talents, and now she's putting them to the test.

Part I of Wednesday season 2 arrives on Netflix on August 6. Part II arrives on September 3rd.

Dogs Can't Talk!

Disney

Disney's live-action Lilo & Stitch looks so cute, and fluffy! It appears to be a fantastic remake of a beloved movie. This clip is from the scene where Lilo first meets Stitch, the talking "dog".

Lilo & Stitch arrives in theaters today, May 23rd.

"Hawaiian Roller Coaster" - Lilo & Stitch

Disney

I'm so glad Disney kept so many of the songs from the original Lilo & Stitch in the new live-action film, but with a twist. They re-recorded "Hawaiian Rollercoaster Ride" with singer Iam Tongi, but once again included the Kamehameha Schools Children's Chorus. The result is just as wonderful as the original.

Lilo & Stitch arrives in theaters on May 23rd.

Thunderbolts* "Old Santa" Clip

Marvel

Marvel's Thunderbolts* looks like a rollicking, action-packed adventure.

Thunderbolts* arrives in theaters tomorrow, May 2nd.

Maarva Andor's Monologue

Lucasfilm

With season 2 of the Star Wars series Andor heading to DisneyPlus soon, I finally sat down to watch season 1. It was not what I was expecting, it was more. Andor tells the story of Cassian Andor and how, no matter how hard he tries to avoid it, events are pushing him to choose a side, to become a Rebel. Caution: Spoilers Ahead!

There are a few truly memorable speeches in this series. This one is the speech Cassian's mother, Maarva, recorded in B2EMO's memory banks to be played at her funeral. It's powerful enough to spark a rebellion on Ferrix.

Andor season 1 is available now on DisneyPlus. Season 2 arrives on April 22nd.

Riverboat Fun With Paddington

Sony

Paddington in Peru looks like a fun movie for the whole family. As you can see from this clip, poor Paddington is always stumbling into unexpected trouble, and this may be his wildest adventure yet. 

Here's the official synopsis from Sony:

Full of Paddington’s signature blend of wit, charm, and laugh-out-loud humor, "Paddington in Peru" finds the beloved, marmalade-loving bear lost in the jungle on an exciting, high-stakes adventure. When Paddington discovers his beloved Aunt Lucy has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the wilds of Peru to look for her, the only clue to her whereabouts a spot marked on an enigmatic map. Determined to solve the mystery, Paddington embarks on a thrilling quest through the rainforests of the Amazon to find his aunt…and may also uncover one of the world’s most legendary treasures.

 

The third Paddington film stars Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Imelda Staunton, Carla Tous, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, Olivia Colman, Antonio Banderas, and Ben Whishaw returning as the voice of Paddington.

Paddington in Peru arrives in theaters today, February 14th.

"Popular" - Wicked

Universal

There are just a few more days before Wicked (Part One) arrives in theaters. So here's a clip of Ariana Grande singing "Popular" in the film. It looks, and sounds, pretty amazing.

 

Wicked (Part One) arrives in theaters on November 22nd. 

Star Wars: The Acolyte - Conflict

Lucasfilm

Star Wars: The Acolyte looks more amazing with each clip. I can't wait to watch this new glimpse into what came before the Star Wars stories we know and love.

The first two episodes of Star Wars: The Acolyte arrive on DisneyPlus on June 4th. New episodes will debut each Tuesday.

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Is Now On Digital

Sony

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire has now arrived on Digital. That means you can enjoy the latest adventures of the Spengler family and their ghost busting pals from the comfort of your own home. And if you haven't had the chance to watch it yet (like me), here's a sneak peek of the first seven minutes.

And, in case you missed it, here's the official synopsis from Sony: 

In Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the Spengler family returns to where it all started -- the iconic New York City firehouse -- to team up with the original Ghostbusters, who've developed a top-secret research lab to take busting ghosts to the next level. But when the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an army of ghosts that casts a death chill upon the city, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second Ice Age.

Dune: Part Two Sneak Preview

Warner Brothers

Warner Brothers has released an extended sneak preview of Dune: Part Two. In the scene, Paul Atreides must prove that he can call and ride the giant sandworms of Arrakis on his own, an important ritual among the Fremen. 

Dune: Part Two arrives in theaters on March 1st.

Echo "Nice Job" Clip

Marvel

Are you ready to experience the darker side of Marvel? All five episodes of Marvel's Echo will be released today. This spinoff of Hawkeye tells the quite violent story of Maya Lopez, aka Echo.

Echo arrives on DisneyPlus and Hulu at 9PM ET tonight, January 9th.

What If...? Season 3 Sneak Peek

Marvel

Marvel's What If...? series is always interesting. All nine episodes of Season 2 have now been released, and I think I enjoyed it even more than Season 1. "What If... Kahhori Reshaped The World?" was definitely my favorite this season. So many of the episodes tied into each other and drew you in that the season finale came far too soon. Fortunately, Marvel has already teased Season 3. It looks like the Red Guardian and the Winter Soldier are going on a road trip.

The release date for What If...? Season 3 has not yet been announced. 

What If...? Season 2 Clip

Marvel

I quite enjoyed the Multiversal possibilities of season one of Marvel's animated series What If...? And, so far, season two has been just as fun and intriguing. Here's a clip from episode 5, "What If... Captain Carter Fought the Hydra Stomper?"

The first five episodes of What If...? Season 2 have arrived on DisneyPlus. The remaining four episodes will be released daily through December 30th.