Pop Culture Headlines — Superman 2 Updates

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Superman: Man of Tomorrow Announcement

Multiple different outlets have reported on James Gunn’s recent announcement that Superman already has a sequel in development. And not just that! The Superman sequel already has a name and a release date. Superman: Man of Tomorrow is set to premiere on July 9, 2027.

Lara Croft Casting

Amazon confirmed that Sophie Turner is officially set to join Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s series adaptation of Tomb Raider. Turner will lead the series as the main character Lara Craft herself. Production for Amazon’s Tomb Raider series is currently set for January 19.

Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft Season 2 Update

According to Penske Media Corporation’s news outlet Varitety, Netflix’s animated series Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft is set to end with season 2. Season 2 of Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft premieres on Netflix on December 11.

Alien Franchise Update

In an interview with EHM Production Inc’s news outlet TooFab, director Fede Álvarez shared an update about the Alien franchise. He said, “We just finished the script, actually, for a sequel for Romulus. But I’m gonna pass the torch on this one as director. I’m going to produce it, with Ridley Scott, we’re gonna produce it together, and we’re right now trying to find a new filmmaker to come in.” Alien: Romulus premieres on digital on October 15.

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