Adult & Kids “Gumby” Shows In The Works

Bento Box Entertainment (“Krapopolis,” “Grimsburg”) has confirmed it is in development of two new shows based on the famed 1950s-born character Gumby. The two shows will include the kid-friendly “Gumby Kids” as well as an adult animated version. Specifics of the latter are being kept under wraps for now. Deeki

Jensen Ackles To Lead “Countdown” Series

Former “Supernatural” and “The Boys” star Jensen Ackles is attached to lead the thriller drama series “Countdown” at Amazon MGM Studios. Prime Video has handed out a thirteen-episode order for the streaming series which hails from “One Chicago” veteran Derek Haas – it falls under exclusive overall deals both Ackles

Jordan Peele’s Marvel Offer Was “X-Men”?

The other day came a report from The InSneider that “Get Out” and “Nope” filmmaker Jordan Peele had met with Marvel Studios for an upcoming project. Which project wasn’t clear, with speculation rife that it was over their troubled “Blade” production or a “Midnight Sons” movie. Now, One Take News

Oscars Exploring Stunt Category Possibility?

There’s been rising pressure on the Academy Of Motion Picture Arts And Scientists in recent years to finally recognise stunt work by including a category for it. The release of films like “Top Gun: Maverick,” the “John Wick” films and more recently “The Fall Guy” have only increased that pressure.

Grant Sputore To Helm Next “Godzilla x Kong”

Grant Sputore has been set to direct the third feature in Legendary’s “Godzilla x Kong” franchise. Sputore is a commercials director who made his feature directing debut on the Hilary Swank-led sci-fi film “I Am Mother”. To date it remains his sole film directing credit. He also executive produced the