The Shazam sequel could also be welcoming again one other acquainted face. Fantasy writer Seanan McGuire’s Wayward Children can be coming to a theater close to you someday sooner or later. New clips from The Suicide Squad plus updates from Rick and Morty, Schimagadoon, and extra. Spoilers, hooooooo!

The Menu

THR studies Nicholas Hoult will star alongside Anya Taylor Joy and Ralph Fiennes in The Menu, an upcoming horror-comedy from director Mark Mylod a few couple (Taylor-Joy and Hoult) “who visit an exclusive restaurant on a remote island where an acclaimed chef (Fiennes) has prepared a lavish tasting menu, with some shocking surprises.”

Clifford the Big Red Dog

Due to ongoing covid-19 issues, Deadline studies Clifford the Big Red Dog has been pulled from its September 17, 2021 theatrical launch date. No new date has been given.

What If…?

A.C. Bradley—head author of Marvel’s multiversal romp What If…?—advised Kakuchopurei there was a complete episode of the Disney+ collection that wanted to be scrapped as a result of it was too near the plot of James Gunn’s subsequent Guardians of the Galaxy movie.

I pitched a complete episode. It took me a few days to interrupt it. I used to be very enthusiastic about it. I went to Bryan and was like, right here we go, that is what occurs, do you suppose Kevin Feige would approve? He went, oh, yeah, Kevin would love that, that’s half the plot of Guardians Of The Galaxy Volume 3.

I used to be like, you’re kidding, and he went, nope, good job, you guessed it. I used to be like on the brink of go residence and crack open a beer and go, I’ll return to the board tomorrow. So, that one I can’t do as a result of the wonderful James Gunn is already going to do it.

[GamesRadar]

Wayward Children

Prolific writer Seanan McGuire’s Wayward Children collection has been nabbed by Paramount with Deadline suggesting the studio is, in fact, planning a franchise round it. Whether that is along with the beforehand introduced Syfy TV adaptation or as an alternative of it was not talked about. However, the commerce does say the variations can be produced by Pouya Shahbazian who’s at the moment engaged on Shadow & Bone and beforehand labored on the Divergent franchise.

Space Oddity

Director Kyra Sedgwick has gained Kevin Bacon, Simon Helberg, and Carrie Preston for her movie Space Oddity which “tells the story of Alex (Kyle Allen) who, after giving up on Earth and deciding to leave it all behind for a one-way mission to Mars, develops an unexpected romance with Daisy (Alexandra Shipp), the enigmatic town newcomer, which forces him to choose between an uncertain journey to the stars and an even more uncertain journey of the heart.”

[Deadline]

Shazam: Fury of the Gods

Meanwhile, a brand new set picture seems to substantiate Djimon Housou will (someway) reprise his function as The Wizard in Shazam: Fury of the Gods. Click here to test it out.

Free Guy

Elsewhere, a brand new Free Guy featurette showcases Taika Waititi’s villainous character, Antwon.

We even have a brand new clip.

The Suicide Squad

Starro rises whereas Task Force X discusses Weasel’s origins in two clips from The Suicide Squad.

Paper Girls

According to Deadline, Stephany Folsom will not function co-showrunner on Amazon’s Paper Girls, leaving Christopher C. Roger solely in cost.

Muppets Haunted Mansion

The Muppets debuted a shiny new emblem for use for upcoming initiatives like Muppets Haunted Mansion.

The Outpost

Garret and Luna embark on a rescue mission within the synopsis for “All We Do is Say Goodby,” the August 19 episode of The Outpost.

WHAT LIES BENEATH – Garret (Jake Stormoen) and Luna (Maeve Courtier-Lilly) set out on a rescue mission. Meanwhile, Tobin (Aaron Fontaine) proves his loyalty and Wren (Izuka Hoyle) and Janzo (Anand Desai-Barochia) uncover what lies beneath the Outpost. A quest begins to uncover Luna’s previous. The episode was written by Rebecca Rosenberg and directed by Imogen Waterhouse (#3B06). Original airdate 8/19/2021.

[Spoiler TV]

Fantasy Island

A person awakes from 35 years of slumber within the synopsis for “His and Hers/The Heartbreak Hotel,” the August 17 episode of Fantasy Island.

Two adventurers (visitor stars Dave and Odette Annable), whose marriage has grown stale wish to have the last word journey collectively. Meanwhile, after sleeping for 35 years, widower Brent (visitor star Francois Chau), should resolve if he is able to face his grief awake in an all-new “His and Hers/The Heartbreak Hotel” episode of FANTASY ISLAND airing Tuesday, Aug. 17 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (FAN-102) (TV-14 D, L, S, V)

Cast: Roselyn Sanchez as Elena Roarke; Kiara Barnes as Ruby Akuda

Guest Cast: John Gabriel Rodriquez as Javier; Odette Annable as Daphne; Dave Annable as Zev; Francois Chau as Brent; Michelle Cortés as Bartender; Julian Rivera Garcia as Maitre D; Sebastian Vazquez as Shane.

[Spoiler TV]

Schimagadoon

We even have a quick synopsis for “Tribulation,” the fifth episode of Schimgadoon.

New romances hit roadblocks as Melissa meets somebody surprising and Emma reveals a secret. Mildred seizes an opportunity to extend her energy.

Premiere Date: August 6, 2021

[Spoiler TV]

Tuca & Bertie

Tuca is caught on a ferris wheel with Bruce, the turkey vulture, within the trailer for subsequent week’s Tuca & Bertie.

Rick and Morty

Finally, Rick is left to his personal units within the trailer for subsequent week’s episode, “Rickternal Friendshine of the Spotless Mort.”

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