SUPERMAN & LOIS Casting Call May Reveal Plans For Mercy Graves, A Fresh Take On Perry White, And More

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The Illuminerdi has shared a casting call for The CW’s Superman & Lois TV series, and it looks like a lot of familiar faces from the comic books will inhabit this corner of the “CWVerse.”

We start with a woman of open ethnicity in her 30s named “Leslie” (bear in mind that codenames are used for listings like these). She’s described as “the right-hand man to the world’s arguably most influential figure,” so common sense says we’re getting a new, small screen version of Mercy Graves.

At the Smallville Gazette, Lois Lane will be mentoring a newly created character (we’re assuming) called Chrissy, a female reporter in her 20s. It seems The CW is looking for a Pakistani actress, and “Chrissy apparently has foot-in-mouth syndrome, but is an ambitious individual whose dreams of something better take hold after meeting her idol.”

Finally, there’s a “Sam Foswell” who is said to be in his 40s and the latest editor of The Daily Planet.

Described as someone who “may seem rough and irascible, but he’s a big softie on the inside,” the site believes this could be a fresh take on Perry White, though it’s hard to say what the plan might be in a post-Crisis on Infinite Earths “CWVerse.” During one of Clark Kent’s Supergirl appearances, he was shown reporting back to Perry, but there’s no way of knowing what role he could play here. 

We’ll have to wait and see, but Superman & Lois is undeniably intriguing! 

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WANDAVISION: 10 Biggest Reveals And Questions After Watching The Amazing First Trailer For The Series

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WandaVision is now going to be the first Marvel Cinematic Universe series coming to Disney+, and if that first trailer is any indication, we’re in for a real treat when it arrives a little later this year.

While it’s a show still shrouded in secrecy, we now have a much better idea of what to expect, and Marvel Studios cleverly dropped some big hints and Easter Eggs about where the stories of the Scarlet Witch and The Vision go next. However, they also left us with some major questions! 

In this feature, we take a closer look at all of those, and explore what could be to come in WandaVision. This is unlikely anything we’ve ever seen in the MCU, and that’s very exciting.

To take a look through this breakdown, simply click on the “Next” button down below!
 

10. “Just Married”

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The last time we saw Wanda and The Vision, they were forced to say a tearful goodbye moments before the Scarlet Witch used her powers to destroy the Mind Stone which breathed life into him.

Thanos would then reverse time and tear it from the hero’s head, but after Shuri’s “surgery,” that at least left the door open to him coming back…albeit without some of his memories! Well, he’s looking perfectly healthy here and clearly knows who Wanda is; in fact, they’ve gone and tied the knot! 

They’re clearly keen to fit into their new, 50s-inspired home, though, as Wanda uses her powers to hide The Vision’s android appearance when he heads off to work in this idyllic sitcom setting.
 

9. House Of M

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This has to be a clever Easter Egg on Marvel Studios’ part, right?

The bottle of wine poured by Wanda’s powers reads”Maison du Mépris” which translates to “House of Contempt.” Given the stressed syllables in that word, it feels like a not to “House of M.” In that comic book storyline, Wanda created a whole new world with her powers, and it seems the exact same thing is happening in WandaVision, albeit on a considerably smaller scale.

That could be a hint of what’s to come, though, and if nothing else, it’s curious that they would be drinking a bottle of wine called “House of Contempt” in what appears to be such happy surroundings.
 

8. A Heated Dinner

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Assuming Wanda has indeed created this fantasy world that unfolds in a series of sitcom-inspired settings, it seems likely that she’s overtaken a town and somehow bent it to her will in the process.

We’ll explore that in more detail later in this feature, but the way that guest reacts to Wanda and The Vision being so vague about their past makes us wonder if he’s trying to break out of the control she’s exerted upon him. The way he grows irate is bizarre, and it looks like all is not as it seems here.

That goes without saying really, but it doesn’t seem outside the realm of possibility that both heroes know they’re living a lie and are doing their best to try and pretend everything is perfectly fine.
 

7. The Twins

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Once again, we see Wanda and The Vision with two young children, and that confirms theories that they somehow have children in this series. That follows the comic books, of course, and rumour has it that they’ll be aged up as we jump from sitcom to sitcom, eventually transforming into teenagers. 

That sets the stage for us to meet Wiccan and Speed, two key members of the Young Avengers. 

The former has magical powers like his mother, while the latter is a speedster just like his uncle Pietro (Quicksilver). How much screentime they’ll get remains to be seen, but it was recently rumoured that they will both somehow factor into Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
 

6. Nosy Neighbour

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A recurring presence in this trailer is Kathryn Hahn’s mysterious character who Kevin Feige dubbed a “nosy neighbour” after the show was first revealed during the 2019 San Diego Comic-Con.

She follows the Scarlet Witch and The Vision through a couple of different time periods, and if it’s true that she’s the villainous Agatha Harkness, an ancient witch who leads her own coven, then chances are she could be pulling Wanda’s strings and playing a key role in what’s happening in this town.

If that is the case, then both Avengers could, in fact, be kept here completely against their will!
 

5. The Vision Surveys Halloween

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It’s looking like WandaVision takes place during Halloween based on the surroundings here, and that fits in with the idea that a group of villainous witches might end up taking aim at poor Wanda! 

However, what’s really interesting about this sequence is the fact The Vision is back in his regular outfit and looking somewhat baffled by his surroundings. Has he somehow managed to escape the reality his wife has created or could this be from a much later point in the series? 

It’s hard to say for sure, but while we’ve so far assumed that it’s Wanda who creates this escape from reality, don’t be surprised if, as we said, they’re both attempting to break free of this weird place.
 

4. Agatha Harkness?

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Since when do The Vision’s powers include the ability to unfreeze someone? As far as we know, they don’t, but when he comes across Kathryn Hahn’s character – who looks like she’s frozen in time – a touch brings her back to life for an exchange which could definitely be very telling. 

She asks if she’s dead, a question which shocks the heroic android. However, he’s even more taken aback when she points out he’s dead, so what sort of affect is that going to have on him? 

It’s hard to say for sure, but it looks like The Vision might be struggling here. Either way, Agatha’s diabolical laugh definitely points to her either being a full-blown villain or completely nuts.
 

3. Warping Reality

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Kevin Feige once said that the Scarlet Witch is the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s most powerful superhero, and it’s clear that her abilities have advanced since the events of Avengers: Endgame.

She effortlessly transforms her surroundings in this trailer, and her reality altering abilities are clearly ones she’s mastered at this point. That’s both frightening and intriguing, and could explain how WandaVision leads directly into the events of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

Intriguingly, it looks like Wanda may have even created a bubble around this town in which those inside find themselves under her control and living out a sitcom-style life like her and The Vision.
 

2. S.W.O.R.D.

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Monica Rambeau is shown being forcibly ejected by what seems to be a dome of some sort, where it’s daytime inside and the night outside. There, S.W.O.R.D.’s forces are waiting, though it’s definitely strange that when Monica lands, she looks directly into the camera and at the viewers at home.

We can see that Darcy is among those watching on, and Jimmy Woo is probably nearby as well. 

S.W.O.R.D. has likely been established as an alternative to S.H.I.E.L.D. following Thanos’ attack on Earth, but are they working with the Scarlet Witch or trying to stop her? We’ll have to wait and see.
 

1. Comic Accurate Costumes

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That Super Bowl sneak peek revealed the Scarlet Witch’s classic comic book costume, and we get a closer look at both that and The Vision’s traditional appearance from the source material here.

They’re both clearly meant to be Halloween costumes, and show why outfits based 100% on the comics don’t necessarily work on screen. The heroes aren’t heading into battle wearing them, of course, and they otherwise look tremendous and make for wonderful nods to their comic book counterparts.

The bigger question is, why are they both masquerading as themselves? Do they remember what they used to be, or is this a tongue in cheek nod to that as they attempt to create a new life. 
 

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DARK CRYSTAL: AGE OF RESISTANCE Cancelled At Netflix After Just One Season

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The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance has been cancelled at Netflix after one season.

The prequel to Jim Henson and Frank Oz’s ’80s fantasy adventure received positive reviews and was highly praised by fans. Unfortunately, it doesn’t appear as if enough people tuned in to the show to warrant a second season on the streaming service.

“We can confirm that there will not be an additional season of The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance,” said executive producer Lisa Henson. “We know fans are eager to learn how this chapter of The Dark Crystal saga concludes, and we’ll look for ways to tell that story in the future. Our company has a legacy of creating rich and complex worlds that require technical innovation, artistic excellence, and masterful storytelling. Our history also includes productions that are enduring, often finding and growing their audience over time and proving again and again that fantasy and science fiction genres reflect eternal messages and truths that are always relevant. “We are so grateful to Netflix for trusting us to realize this ambitious series; we are deeply proud of our work on Age of Resistance, and the acclaim it has received from fans, critics and our peers, most recently receiving an Emmy for outstanding children’s program.”

Netflix added in a statement, “We are grateful to the master artists at The Jim Henson Company for bringing The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance to life for fans around the world. We’re thankful to the executive producers Lisa Henson and Halle Stanford, and Louis Leterrier, who also directed all episodes, as well as the writers, cast and crew for their outstanding work and thrilled they were recognized with the Emmy this weekend.”

The news of Age of Resistance’s cancellation comes just days after the show won an Emmy for outstanding children’s program.

As disappointing as this announcement will be for fans of the series, it sounds like we will get to see a continuation of the story at some point, most likely in comic book form.

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STAR WARS Legend Mark Hamill Faces Off With STAR TREK Icon Sir Patrick Stewart In New Uber Eats Commercial

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It’s no secret that Mark Hamill and Sir Patrick Stewart are good friends, but you wouldn’t guess that from this hilarious new Uber Eats commercial! The Star Wars and Star Trek legends finally come face-to-face on screen, and while social distancing is in place, the animosity here is seriously intense! 

They both have very similar sandwich orders…but very different ways of saying “tomato!” 

As Hamill says, “Stewart, so it’s come to this,” to which the Picard star responds, “Careful Hamill, daddy’s not here to save you” (as Darth Vader references go, there’s no denying that’s a good one). 

A furious Hamill retorts with, “Oh, I am my daddy!” leaving both of the actors equally confused. 

This commercial comes shortly before tickets for The Empire Strikes Back‘s re-release go on sale, though the movie has been playing in theaters ever since they re-opened, so it’s hard to say how much interest there will be in that (especially with the COVID-19 pandemic clearly not going anywhere).

Check out this hilarious Uber Eats commercial below, and let us know in the comments section which of these legendary actors you would root for if they were to really square off like this…
 

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