Samuel L. Jackson Signs Nine-Movie Deal with Marvel Studios

Actor Samuel L. Jackson has just inked a nine-picture deal with Marvel Studios. The deal will see Jackson take on the role of Nick Fury, agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., in a huge list of superhero movies that already...

Robert Downey Jr. Joins 'Avengers' Cast

Marvel Studio's planned 'Avengers' film is going ahead and Robert Downey Jr. has confirmed that he will be reprising his role as Iron Man. Director Jon Favreau is also on board, although he will be acting as...

Don Cheadle Replaces Terrence Howard for 'Iron Man 2'

Actor Terrence Howard will not be reprising his role as Jim Rhodes in the upcoming Iron Man sequels. After failing to negotiate a satisfactory deal with Marvel Studios, the role will go to actor Don...

Paramount Signs Deal With Marvel Studios

Expect more big-budget, blockbusting live-action comic book action movies over the next few years, as Marvel Studios has signed a deal to extend its parnership with Paramount Pictures. "Marvel announced a massive...

Kenneth Branagh to Direct Marvel’s ‘Thor’ Movie

Acclaimed British thespian and director Kenneth Branagh will direct the first live-action film version of the hammer-wielding Norse comic book hero "Thor" which is set to be produced by Marvel Studios — and has...

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