Cole Sprouse

The lifespan of a movie these days can be very unpredictable. Take for instance Sydney Sweeney’s surprise hit Anyone But You (not Madame Web) and Pixar’s Elemental—two films which ended up getting legs after a few weeks of release. Here’s hoping that’s the case with Lisa Frankenstein, that it chops off some legs and runs. Lisa Frankenstein's Crew on Casting the Right Stars The sharp, darkly comedic film written by Jennifer’s Body scribe Diablo Cody and directed by Zelda Williams is a swerve unlike anything in theaters…

Teen romance isn’t dead anymore in Zelda Williams’ Lisa Frankenstein, the first-time feature filmmaker’s dark horror comedy. Written by Diablo Cody, it stars Kathryn Newton (Freaky) as a high schooler who spends her time hanging with the dead in a local cemetery. When lightning strikes the tomb of her favorite bachelor, it cracks open—and the suddenly living corpse played by Cole Sprouse (Riverdale) makes his way to woo Lisa.Lisa Frankenstein's Crew on Casting the Right Stars Lisa Frankenstein is a hyper-violent (yet…

Zelda Williams has wonderful memories of being on film sets as a kid, watching her father, Robin Williams, shoot movies like Hook and Bicentennial Man. But that doesn’t mean she inherited his bombastic sense of humor. “I’m a bit darker,” says Williams, 34. “I’m the person who laughed during Hereditary.” Williams is putting those dark impulses on full display in her feature directorial debut, Lisa Frankenstein, in theaters Feb. 9. Written by Diablo Cody, the film is an Eighties retelling of the Mary Shelley classic…

Get a teeny new glimpse of Godzilla x Kong in more international footage. Apple TV+’s Constellation puts Noomi Rapace through a sci-fi horror. Terry Matalas has more ideas if Star Trek: Legacy ever happens. Plus, get a new look at Kung Fu Panda 4. Spoilers, away!Will We See More of Uhura's Relationship with Spock? | io9 InterviewMortal Kombat 2Filming has officially wrapped on Mortal Kombat 2 according to director Todd Garner on Twitter.Lisa FrankensteinBloody-Disgusting has a new poster for Lisa Frankenstein, a…

Zelda Williams directs Diablo Cody's script about a high school goth girl (Kathryn Newton) in love with a reanimated creature (Cole Sprouse) The story of Frankenstein’s monster serves as inspiration for an Eighties-set teen comedy/slasher film in the new trailer for Lisa Frankenstein. Written by Juno scribe Diablo Cody and directed by Zelda Williams (Robin Williams’ daughter, making her feature-length directorial debut), the “coming-of-rage” story focuses on the necrophilic infatuation Kathryn…

Mutant Mayhem’s Jeff Rowe talks keeping Shredder back for the sequel. Wyatt Russell discusses’ Thunderbolts filming schedule. Get a look at Jadis’ return for Walking Dead: Ones Who Live. Plus, get a look at Adam Sandler’s new sci-fi movie for Netflix, Spaceman. To me, my spoilers!Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Part IIDuring a recent interview with Empire, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem director Jeff Rowe rationalized his decision to save Shredder for the sequel. Shredder used to be the main…

Jason Blum’s Spawn remake is for sure in the works, even though there’s no writing happening due to the producers’ and studios’ continued refusal to bargain fairly. He says 2025—maybe. Regardless, I think we can say with confidence that Barney & Friends will be out before Spawn. Get ready to share the love, and spoilers. Spoilers of the Week: July 29thBarney & FriendsDuring a recent interview with The New Yorker (via The Wrap), Mattel Films executive Kevin McKeon stated the upcoming Barney & Friends movie…

Kevin Smith furthers old reports about the potential of a Batman Beyond adaptation at Warner Bros. Riverdale reveals a suitably unhinged first look at Archie the Musical. Plus, what’s coming on Unicorn: Warriors Eternal. Spoilers get!Rainn Wilson Would Love to Play ____ in Live Action | io9 InterviewBatman BeyondDuring the latest episode of his Fatman on Batman podcast, Kevin Smith further discussed the allegedchances of a Batman Beyond movie starring Michael Keaton were entirely dependent on the box office returns of…

Scott Beck and Bryan Woods’ new A24 horror nabs a big star. Transformers’ producer hypes up Chris Hemsworth’s Orion Pax. Secret Invasion’s director hopes there’s potential for season 2. Plus, what’s coming on Superman & Lois, Silo, and more. Spoilers get!Optimus Primal and Optimus Prime Chilling in Times SquareHereticDeadline reports Hugh Grant is attached to star in Heretic, a new horror film at A24 from directors Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. Though details on the plot are “officially” under wraps, the film is…

Get a look at Good Omens season 2's new opening titles. It’s going to be a while before The Batman 2 starts filming. Plus, even more Transformers: Rise of the Beasts posters, and the CW teases what’s next on Riverdale, Superman & Lois, and more. Spoilers, away!How Much of Guardians of the Galaxy Did James Gunn Plan From the Start? | io9 InterviewSuperman: LegacyVariety reports that James Gunn’s list of potential candidates for the new Man of Steel includes Bold and the Beautiful’s Pierson Fodé, citing an allegedly…