Marvel
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Marvel Offers ‘Captain America’ to Evans
Chris Evans has been offered the role of Captain America, according to the Hollywood Reporter. TheWrap spoke to the actor’s representation at CAA who refused to confirm or deny the story, as did Marvel. Evans is best known for playing The Human Torch in "Fantastic Four" and its sequel. I wrote about Marvel’s casting crisis…
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Marvel’s ‘Captain America’ Casting Identity Crisis
Their options show a lack of direction — except the white-guy direction
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Bloomberg: Is Iger on a Spending Spree?
Financial analysis suggests Iger is spending $12 billion in next three years – will it pay off?
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Disney’s $4B Super-Gamble on Marvel: Will It Pay Off?
Mouse house touts comic company’s library of 5,000 characters, but they’ll have a hard time turning many into moneymakers
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Hollywood for Sale — But What’s the Right Price?
Entertainment companies face a glut of supply and a dearth of demand
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Marvel Sues Kirby’s Heirs Over X-Men, Spidey
Battle steps up over control of the comic company’s iconic characters
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Disney Expands Ties with Stan Lee’s POW! Entertainment
Mouse house buys 10 percent stake of POW! for $2.5 million, including rights to creative side
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FBI Nabs Alleged ‘Wolverine’ Pirate
A 47-year-old Bronx man was arrested for allegedly leaking the unfinished Marvel flick
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Marvel Stockholders to Vote Dec. 31 on Disney Merger
If they approve, Marvel will become wholly owned Disney subsidiary on that date.
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Without ‘Iron Man,’ Marvel’s Profit Plunges
Company reports 60% year-to-year slide in third quarter.
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Marvel CEO Got Options Prior to Disney Deal
SEC filing says film unit chief didn’t mention a meeting with Iger that occurred before company awarded grants.
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Ghost Rider Latest Marvel Movie to Rev Up
Columbia has started work on a second installment of the Marvel Comics franchise “Ghost Rider.”
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Bob Iger Can Go Home Laughing
“I’m jealous beyond belief,” said one rival executive. “I think it’s a brilliant move on Disney’s part.”
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Marvel’s Upcoming Movies
Thor, Captain America are part of the company’s slate for the next two years.
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Wrap Staff