About this episode

The episode discusses various franchise updates including Star Wars retcon rumors, the new RoboCop series, and the cancellation of Gen V.

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 379, where franchises are rebooting, retconning, and occasionally pulling the plug. NEWS A new RoboCop series finally gets the green light at Amazon Studios — can the franchise work on TV?After a legal battle with Lucasfilm, Gina Carano is reportedly in talks for a Star Wars comeback.Star Wars may be taking its first steps toward retconning the sequel trilogy — rumour, reality, or fan wishful thinking?Gen V is cancelled after two seasons, but The Boys universe continues with a new spin-off, Vought Rising, set for 2027.DC pushes forward as the Superman sequel Man of Tomorrow begins filming, with teases of Brainiac and Lex Luthor behind bars. TRAILERS Street Fighter — the 2026 movie trailer drops with big expectations riding on it.Clayface — first teaser gives a glimpse at one of DC’s more unusual characters stepping into the spotlight. REVIEWS Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s grounded approach still land?The Boys — still hitting hard or starting to lose its edge? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you think is actually heading in the right direction — and which one is just spinning its wheels.More episodes and…

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Host: Monkey Nut Punch

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Organizations: Amazon Studios, Lucasfilm, DC

Books & works: Star Wars, RoboCop, Gen V, The Boys, Man of Tomorrow, Daredevil: Born Again, Street Fighter, Clayface

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