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Marvel Studios Reveals X-Men Cast! Aug 22, 2026

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Marvel’s X-Men are officially coming to the MCU on May 5, 2028, with an entirely new cast and this could be the beginning of Marvel’s next major era.

Adam, Hector, and Agustin break down the casting of Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Christopher Abbott as Professor Charles Xavier, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, Inde Navarrette as Rogue, Maya Boyd as Storm, and Adam Driver as Mister Sinister.

We discuss how the X-Men could emerge from the events of Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars, why Mister Sinister may be the perfect villain to introduce the MCU’s mutants, and where Marvel could take the story across multiple sagas. Could this new franchise eventually lead to the Phoenix Saga, Apocalypse, Krakoa, or Avengers vs. X-Men? Let’s speculate about the future of mutants in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Is Brand New Day The Best Spider-Man Movie? - Spoiler Review Aug 07, 2026

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We begin with our spoiler-free thoughts on Spider-Man: Brand New Day before diving into a full spoiler discussion about the biggest moments in the film.

In this episode, Adam Hlavac, Hector Navarro, and Agustin Rios share their full review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the latest chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After giving our non-spoiler impressions, we dive deep into the film's biggest reveals, discussing Tom Holland's performance as Peter Parker, the return of Frank Castle/The Punisher, Hulk's role in the story, the long-awaited introduction of Jean Grey into the MCU, and how the movie begins setting the stage for the future of the X-Men alongside Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars.

We also discuss the film's stunning 3D presentation, its action sequences, comic book influences, Easter eggs, post-credit scenes, and where Spider-Man's journey goes next. If you're a fan of Spider-Man, Marvel Comics, or the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this is a spoiler-filled conversation covering one of the year's biggest superhero films and what it means for the future of Marvel storytelling.

Predator: Badlands Spoilers with Dan Trachtenberg! Nov 10, 2025

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In this episode of the Heroes Reforged Podcast, we sit down with director Dan Trachtenberg (Prey, 10 Cloverfield Lane) to talk about his bold new vision for the Predator universe in Predator: Badlands. Dan opens up about the expectations of making another Predator movie after Prey and Killer of Killers, and the massive creative leap of making the story’s main protagonist a Yautja—a Predator. We discuss how this shift changes the perspective of the hunt, and what it reveals about the franchise’s deeper mythology.Dan also breaks down key visual effects moments, the themes of masculinity and honor woven into Yautja culture, and the intricate process of maintaining creative consistency across the Alien and Predator timelines. He shares how he collaborated with Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez and Alien: Earth creator Noah Hawley to make sure both universes feel cohesive yet distinct. It’s an in-depth, passionate conversation about storytelling, legacy, and the evolution of cinematic monsters.

CHAPTERS

0:00:00 - Like & Subscribe

0:00:29 - Predator Premiere Experience

0:03:32 - The Pressues of Making a Movie

0:06:02 - Predator Tie-In Media

0:11:29 - "Toyetic" Movies

0:14:39 - The Mythical Third Predator Idea

0:17:16 - Predator in Multiple Theatrical Formats

0:19:04 - VFX and Sound Design

0:20:31 - Possibilities of a Yautje Dub

0:22:04 - Reworking the Movie in Post-Production

0:26:06 - Practical Suit and VFX

0:27:35 - Themes of Masculinity

0:35:45 - Taking Bold New Swings

0:39:00 - Incorporating the Alien Franchise

0:40:22 - Expanding the Fanbase

0:41:46 - The PG-13 Rating

0:45:48 - "What if he throws it?" Collaborative Filmmaking

0:48:53 - Working with Fede Alvarez and Noah Hawley

0:55:22 - What's Next / Did Dan's Parents like the movie?

0:56:55 - What to Expect on the 4K UHD Blu-ray

1:00:25 - Thanks to our Patrons

Why Battinson Doesn't Belong in the DC Universe! — Heroes Reforged Aug 29, 2025

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We make our case for why Robert Pattinson’s The Batman should remain a standalone series and not cross into James Gunn’s DC Universe. Drawing from the comics, we explore what a new DCU Batman could look like and why Reeves’ Gotham doesn’t fit the shared-universe tone.

We also react to the first look at Superman’s suit from James Gunn’s Superman (2025) and dive into Marvel’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

Timestamps

0:00:00 - Like & Subscribe

0:00:10 - Genndy Tartakovsky Podcast

0:00:45 - Fast & Furious Movie Reactions

0:02:40 - New Reaction Videos

0:06:14 - Batman and the DC Universe

0:08:40 - Matt Reeve's Conflicting Tones

0:11:35 - We Need DCU's Batman

0:13:10 - Luthor/Wayne Dynamics in DC

0:14:30 - The Batman Epic Crime Saga is Self-Contained

0:15:55 - Dealing with DCU Boundaries

0:19:06 - Drama vs Fantasy in Batman's Universe

0:20:15 - Evolution of DC Comics

0:24:18 - Varying Tones in the DC Universe

0:28:20 - Fantasy in the Marvel Universe

0:30:40 - What to Read and Watch in DC

0:32:19 - How to Introduce DCU's Batman

0:33:38 - Will The Batman: Part III Happen?

0:37:30 - Audience Expecations / DC Confusion

0:41:53 - Robert Pattinson Commitment

0:43:24 - Superman's Trunks

0:45:17 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day

0:46:07 - Leave Spider-Man's Wrinkles Alone

0:49:07 - Spider-Man and Stark Tech

0:50:20 - Why Spider-Man's Homemade Suit Matters

0:56:55 - Top Tier Superhero Costumes

0:58:40 - Final Thoughts / Wrap Up

1:00:00 - Thanks to our Patrons

Genny Tartakovsky Nearly Ran Lucasfilm Animation [Interview] Aug 19, 2025

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We sit down with legendary animator and director Genndy Tartakovsky to talk all about his brand-new R-rated Netflix animated film, Fixed—from its wild premise to the challenges of creating adult hand-drawn animation in today’s industry. Genndy also opens up about his experience making the groundbreaking Star Wars: Clone Wars (2003), how he nearly ran Lucasfilm Animation, and the creative risks he took with the dialogue-free series Primal. Plus, we dive into the origin and legacy of Samurai Jack, his unique approach to visual storytelling, and what continues to inspire him as a filmmaker pushing the limits of animation.Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his work, this conversation is packed with behind-the-scenes insight, animation wisdom, and career-defining stories from one of the greatest minds in modern animation.0:00:00 - Welcome, Genndy Tartakovsky0:01:18 - Fixed Test Screenings0:05:54 - Challenges of Adult Animation0:09:49 - Fixed Origin Story0:16:29 - Filmmaking Influences0:23:22 - Star Wars: Clone Wars0:31:55 - Advice from George Lucas0:36:23 - The Future of Primal0:41:18 - Evolution of Animation0:46:43 - Challenges of 2D Animation0:49:48 - Hotel Transylvania0:52:15 - Stigma Against Animation0:58:24 - Asajj Ventress Movie0:59:24 - Transitioning to Live-Action1:03:18 - Thanks to our Patrons

The Future of the DC Universe (Before Seeing Superman) | Heroes Reforged 018 Jul 02, 2025

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In this episode of the Heroes Reforged Podcast, we dive deep into James Gunn’s evolving DC Universe, including fresh updates on Superman, Peacemaker, Lanterns, and more. Gunn reveals why Superman was always meant to lead off the Gods and Monsters chapter and how shows like Creature Commandos and Peacemaker were already in the works before he took over. We also break down Gunn’s level of involvement in Supergirl, his creative collaborations with Tom King, Chris Mundy, and Damon Lindelof on Lanterns, and what it means for the future of interconnected storytelling in the DCU.

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Dan Trachtenberg Breaks Down Killer of Killers, Prey & the Future of Predator | Heroes Reforged 17 Jun 17, 2025

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Director Dan Trachtenberg (Prey, 10 Cloverfield Lane) and editor/executive producer Stefan Grube join us to talk all things Predator: Killer of Killers. The duo shares how their creative partnership began on 10 Cloverfield Lane and how it evolved into reinventing the Predator saga through animation. We get deep into behind-the-scenes insights, full spoilers for Killer of Killers, the making of Prey, and what to expect next in Predator: Badlands. If you're a fan of sci-fi, monster movies, or the future of genre storytelling, this episode is packed with revelations.

Do Disney Live-Action Remakes Need to End? Summer 2025 Movie Preview | Heroes Reforged 16 Jun 09, 2025

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Disney’s live-action remakes are back in the spotlight, and we’re not holding back—especially with Lilo & Stitch stirring up major fan reactions. We dive deep into the premiere and review of Predator: Killer of Killers and share what it was like meeting director Dan Trachtenberg. Plus, we preview Summer 2025’s biggest releases, including DC’s Superman, Marvel’s The Fantastic Four, Jurassic World: Rebirth, and more. If you’re a fan of movies, superheroes, or just love seeing what Disney and Pixar are up to next, this episode is stacked for you.

The New Avengers (formally Thunderbolts*) Spoiler Review (Part 2) May 26, 2025

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In this spoiler-filled episode of the Heroes Reforged Podcast, we dive deep into Marvel Studios’ latest team-up film, Thunderbolts* AKA The New Avengers—a gritty, high-stakes entry that reshapes the Marvel Cinematic Universe in surprising ways. The New Avengers explores the trauma, trust issues, and uneasy alliances between a team of outcasts trying to prove their worth. We break down the major plot points, big surprises, and what this film means for the MCU as we head toward Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars.

Robert Kirkman Joins Us to Discuss Everything Invincible, Energon Universe and more! May 12, 2025

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In this episode of the Heroes Reforged Podcast, we’re joined by legendary comic book creator Robert Kirkman for an epic conversation! Known for creating groundbreaking series like Invincible, The Walking Dead, Outcast, Fire Power, and Void Rivals, Kirkman shares insights into his creative process, current projects, and what's next for his growing comic book universes.We dig into the future of the Invincible animated series and ask about the status of the long-awaited Invincible live-action movie. Robert also teases major developments in the Energon Universe at Skybound, including the explosive crossover between Transformers and G.I. Joe, and how it all connects through Void Rivals. Plus, we talk about the evolution of superhero storytelling, balancing screenwriting with comics, and what fans can look forward to Invincible.

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