Bad Robot Downsizing, Extraction 3 & Spider-Man Reshoots | MNP Ep. 377

About this episode

The episode discusses major downsizing at Bad Robot, the announcement of Extraction 3, and various franchise updates including Spider-Man reshoots.

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 377, where studios cut back in one breath… and double down on franchises in the next. NEWS J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot faces major downsizing — what does this mean for one of Hollywood’s most high-profile production companies?Extraction 3 is officially in the works at Netflix, with Chris Hemsworth and Idris Elba returning for another round.Rumours around Star Trek: United continue to grow as Paramount looks beyond Starfleet Academy for the future of the franchise.Ralph Fiennes says the “ship has sailed” on returning as Voldemort for HBO’s Harry Potter series — but suggests Tilda Swinton would be an inspired choice.Tom Holland confirms additional filming on Spider-Man: Brand New Day… that they apparently “don’t need.” Make of that what you will. TRAILERS Mortal Kombat II — the second trailer doubles down on chaos, violence, and fan service.The Punisher: One Last Kill — Marvel drops a special presentation teaser promising a brutal send-off. REVIEW Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s street-level return stick the landing, or fall into familiar traps? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you trust right now — and which one…

People in this episode

Host: Monkey Nut Punch

Topics covered

• film news
• franchise updates
• movie reviews
• Hollywood production
• trailer reactions

Keywords

• Bad Robot
• Extraction 3
• Spider-Man
• Daredevil
• Hollywood news

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bad Robot, Star Trek: United, Paramount

Products: Extraction 3, Mortal Kombat II, The Punisher: One Last Kill

Books & works: Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Daredevil: Born Again

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