Erik Swann

A journalist who enjoys writing and has a keen interest in film, TV, and comics. Currently serving as the Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. Can be reached at erik@cinemablend.com, erikjswann@gmail.com or 301-613-2071

Blake Lively And Justin Baldoni Finally Settled Their Legal Issues, And The Joint Statement Is A Must-Read

For over a year, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni had been engaged in a legal battle stemming from their time working on It End with Us. Both sides leveled allegations against each other in the time that followed, and a May court date was set for the stars due to Lively’s lawsuit against Baldoni. Well, that will no longer be necessary, as it’s been confirmed that the actors have officially settled the case. Not only that, but they also released a joint statement that anyone who’s been following t...

People Keep Talking About ‘Superhero Fatigue,’ But I Agree With One DC Head Honcho’s ‘Mediocre Movie’ Comments

Films (and TV shows) based on comic book properties have firmly dominated the cultural landscape for more than a decade now. Offerings based on titles from Marvel, DC, Image Comics and more have been steadily churned out and don’t seem to be slowing down. That glut of content has led many to assert that “superhero fatigue” has been setting in. Even as a fan of the genre, I can’t disagree with the notion that it’s exploded in recent years. However, I also think DC Studios’ co-head honcho makes a...

After Those Two Devastating Cancellations, I Think I Know Why NBC Axed Some Great Shows

As the 2026 TV schedule hits the spring season, networks are making decisions regarding what shows will and won’t return this coming fall. Those choices have already resulted in some major TV cancellations this year. NBC has been in the midst of making decisions as well and, with that, two shows have officially received the axe. These big programming moves are admittedly devastating. However, I think I understand why the peacock network opted to do away with the two shows.Freshman comedy series...

Black Panther Recasting Rumors Are Swirling Around A DC Alum, And I Love This Take On Someone Succeeding Chadwick Boseman

Chadwick Boseman firmly solidified his place within the pantheon of superhero movies through his role of King T’Challa a.k.a. the Black Panther. His performance as the Marvel Cinematic Universe character has been praised, and it’s arguably been valued even more since Boseman’s death in 2020. More recently, there have been rumors about T’Challa being recast for an upcoming MCU project, though that’s far from confirmed. A DC alum has since been linked to that chatter, and he has a take on someone...

Jimmy Kimmel Has Bleak Thoughts On Late Night TV’s Future (But There’s One Reason He’s Still Optimistic)

It would be an understatement to say that the late-night TV landscape has evolved considerably in recent years, and that’s become harder to ignore. Veteran host Jimmy Kimmel is fully cognizant of those changes and, with that, he hasn’t held back in sharing his thoughts. Kimmel has been candid about late night’s future, opining that the medium, as the public knows it, probably won’t last too much longer. With that said, Kimmel recently revealed one reason he still has hope for new talent hoping t...

Beef Season 2 Is Messy In All The Right Ways, But I'm Also Thinking About Its Take On Racial Identity

Spoilers for the latest season of Beef lie ahead.Beef Season 2 is a must-watch for more than a few reasons. The show, which is available to Netflix subscription holders, features a stellar cast, a complex story, and plenty of dark humor. Of course, there are also plenty of messy narrative beats that arise amid this 2026 TV schedule entry due to the feud between couples Josh & Lindsay Martin and Ashley Miller and Austin Davis. The series is still just as chaotic as fans would expect, but what I a...

Michael Jackson's Nephew Called Out The Media's Coverage Of The ‘Thriller’ Singer In New Post: ‘You Don't Get To Control The Narrative’

Antoine Fuqua’s Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, is set to debut amid the 2026 movie schedule this week and, even ahead of its wide release, the film has been heavily discussed. To that point, critics’ reviews of the Jackson-centered film have already hit the web, and many have been sharing their thoughts on the analysis. Someone who seems less than pleased with the way media outlets have been viewing Jackson’s legacy is his nephew, Taj. With that, the younger Jackson didn’t mince words when cal...

James Gunn Dropped The First Man Of Tomorrow Set Photo, And I Think A Comics Moment Is Being Recreated

Fans have been anticipating Man of Tomorrow, the follow-up to 2025’s Superman and one of the upcoming titles in DCU Chapter One. The past few weeks alone have seen a slew of updates drop in the lead-up to the start of production. Well, writer/director James Gunn officially confirmed that the cameras are now rolling on the upcoming superhero movie. And, even with this brief shot, fans are under the impression that a great moment from the comics is going to be recreated.Gunn took to his Instagram...

‘Hollywood Is A Different Animal For Women.’ Florence Pugh On The Double Standards In Her Business

Like many of her fellow stars, Florence Pugh has sought to maintain a level of privacy as she’s navigated life as a public figure. She does, however, provide fans with insight into her life as well as her mentality regarding her career and Hollywood as a whole. More recently, Pugh (who left LA to return to London) shared some candid thoughts on what it’s like being a woman working in the entertainment industry. And the A-lister didn’t hold back her thoughts on the notable double standards she’s...

The Batman: Part II Just Cast A Game Of Thrones Actor (And I Love How On Brand The Role Is)

Matt Reeves’ The Batman: Part II is finally nearing the start of filming and, with that, the cast is reportedly being filled out. Over the past few months, it’s been reported that Scarlett Johansson is headed to Gotham City and that fellow Marvel veteran Sebastian Stan is playing Harvey Dent (a.k.a. Two-Face) as well. Now, it would seem Reeves has cast a seasoned Game of Thrones star to take on a key role. Aside from the star himself, what really tickles me here is that the character is so on br...

What Happened When Gina Carano Spoke With Lucasfilm’s Dave Filoni And Jon Favreau After Her Lawsuit Settlement? Here’s What She Says

Gina Carano’s issues with Lucasfilm and The Walt Disney Company have been well-documented at this point. The Mandalorian co-star was fired from the entertainment corporations back in 2021 after sharing social media posts that stirred up controversy. By 2024, Carano formally sued her former employers on the grounds of alleged wrongful termination and more. With that lawsuit now settled, it would seem Carano has since had at least one chat with two of her former collaborators, Dave Filoni and Jon...

How Taylor Frankie Paul Responded After Finding Out She Wasn’t Getting Charged With Domestic Violence

New updates continue to arise in the situation involving Taylor Frankie Paul in the aftermath of the reality TV star’s season of The Bachelorette being shelved. ABC announced its decision not to air the season amid the 2026 TV schedule after 2023 footage of Paul engaged in an altercation with ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen was released. At the same time, Paul has been embroiled in a domestic assault investigation with Mortensen, and it was just confirmed that she wouldn’t be charged. With that, P...

The Sweet Way Tom Holland And Zendaya Supported Sadie Sink As Spider-Man: Brand New Day Rumors Swirl

Sadie Sink has been at the center of some major superhero movie-related speculation as of late. It’s officially known that the fan-favorite actress has a role in the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day, but details on her character are being kept under web and key. The chatter doesn’t seem to be simmering down either, as the Spidey flick’s release date approaches amid the 2026 movie schedule. As Sink continues to face those rumors, though, co-stars Tom Holland and Zendaya are showing support in a...

‘He Was Wrongfully Incarcerated For 20 Years.’ The True Story That Inspired David Oyelowo's Newborn

David Oyelowo has played some very personal roles before, but he really had to rise to the occasion for his new title on the 2026 movie schedule, Newborn. A psychological thriller, the film sees Oyelowo play Chris Newborn, a man who attempts to readjust to society after spending seven years in solitary confinement for a crime he didn’t commit. Director Nate Parker penned this original screenplay, but it was also inspired, in part, by one man’s actual experiences, which Oyelowo discussed with Cin...

The Intense Amount Of Money Spent To Reshoot The Ending Of The Michael Jackson Biopic

Antoine Fuqua’s Michael is currently positioned as one of the marquee titles on the 2026 movie schedule, as the biopic on Michael Jackson has generated plenty of conversations. Some of that chatter has been in regard to changes made to the actual production and, most notably, it was reported last year that the ending had to be changed for legal reasons. As the film’s release draws nearer, a new report includes the alleged amount of money it took to reshoot the ending (and this is a lot of chedda...

Jonathan Majors Talks The 'Inertia' Of Falling Out The Window On His Latest Movie Set: ‘I'm OK’

Jonathan Majors is still mounting a comeback and, as part of, the actor has been filming a new action movie that’s been set up at The Daily Wire. The shoot for the film (for which a title has yet to be announced) has reportedly been plagued with behind-the-scenes issues, though. On that note, Majors and a co-star recently fell through a window on set while filming a scene. Initial reports suggested that Majors was doing fine after the incident, but the actor himself is now addressing the situati...

Fallout Just Hit A Major Amazon Prime Milestone, And Reacher Better Watch Out

Fallout Season 2 finished up its run on the 2026 TV schedule a little while ago, and it’s possible that fans are still thinking about that game-changing season finale. While there’s a lot to chew on, devotees have the luxury of knowing that the sci-fi series has already been renewed for a third season. Now, new data suggests that Prime Video’s confidence in the show is indeed paying off. Per a new report, the video game-inspired series just reached a massive milestone that puts it in league with...

Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd And More Pay Tribute After Back To The Future’s James Tolkan Dies At 94

Over 40 years after its release, Back to the Future remains beloved by fans for many reasons, including incredibly memorable scenes and quotes. Of course, the BTTF cast is collectively one of the major reasons Robert Zemeckis’ 1985 time travel romp (and its two sequels) work so well. Among that ensemble was James Tolkan, who played Principal Strickland (and his ancestor) in the films. Sadly, Tolkan just died at 94 and, now, co-stars like Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd are honoring him.Tolk...

One Of Diddy’s Exes Gets Real About Why She Wrote A Character Letter For Him After His Trial

Since the end of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking trial in 2025, only a handful of people who’ve had personal or professional dealings with him have spoken out about his situation. On that note, very few have also lent public support to the embattled 56-year-old rapper. However, fellow hip hop artist Yung Miami, who dated Combs several years ago, wrote a character letter on his behalf ahead of his sentencing last fall. Now, Miami (31) is opening up about why she decided to share those sentime...

What Savannah Guthrie Reportedly Still Wants To Do Before Any Return On Today

It’s been over a month since Today co-host Savannah Guthrie took a leave of absence from the show amid the ongoing search for her mother, Nancy. Various updates on the investigation have been shared by the authorities over the past few weeks. At the same, numerous reports have surfaced regarding how long it could be before Guthrie returns to her position at the NBC morning show. The TV journalist is indeed expected to retake her post, but she allegedly wants to ensure she does one thing before g...
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