Hard NOC Life 353: Fear of a Cinematic Universe

Hard NOC Life returns as Keith and Dominic catch up on the big CinemaCon announcements for Superman and Spider-Man and look back at the Avengers: Doomsday casting teaser and the first half of Daredevil: Born Again.

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Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu on Making History in ‘Doctor Who’

We speak with the Doctor himself, Ncuti Gatwa, and new companion Varada Sethu on their breaking new ground in representation in the latest season of Doctor Who, and the new type of dynamic for the Doctor from their characters.

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‘Andor’ Season 2 Trailer: Welcome to the Rebellion

Disney has released a new trailer for the second and final season of Andor. Set during the events leading up to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, the series follows Cassian (Diego Luna) as he becomes a key player in the Rebel Alliance.

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Directing ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ with Aaron Moorhead and Justin Benson

MCU directors don’t get more prolific than Aaron Moorhead and Justin Benson. They may not be household names to the extent of The Russo Brothers. However, given their stellar work on Moon Knight and Loki Season 2, they are quickly becoming the premiere duo behind some of the MCU’s best works in recent years.

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Producers Dario Scardapane and Sana Amanat on ‘Daredevil: Born Again’

Marvel history doesn’t get much more storied than the work of Sana Amanat and Dario Scardapane. From their work on the comics and shows, they’ve firmly established their place as legends within the Marvel Universe. Today these two giants are teaming up to bring back one of the best Marvel shows, with one of the best Marvel heroes in the MCU with Daredevil: Born Again. And we were able to speak to both of them recently in honor of the show’s debut on Disney+ March 4.

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Maria Canals-Barrera Talks Reprising Her Role on ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’

Maria Canals-Barrera is back as Theresa Russo in “When You Wish Upon A Squonk,” the first season’s penultimate episode. Fans can enjoy 11 all-new episodes of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place today on Disney+.

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Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio On Power and Violence in ‘Daredevil: Born Again’

We’re so back! It’s been a long wait for fans of Daredevil. Back when the first series was cancelled on Netflix after three seasons, fans rallied and cried to bring it back with the #SaveDaredevil campaign. Little did we know that seven years later, the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen would be saved, hallway fighting back to our screens under Marvel Studios. His epic return in the new series Daredevil: Born Again premieres on Disney+ March 4. And we were able to sit with the stars of the show, Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk themselves, Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio!

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‘Andor’ Season 2 Trailer Teases A Rocking Revolution

Lucasfilm has released the first full-length trailer for season 2 of Andor. Set before the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, the critically acclaimed Star Wars series sees Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) becoming an intricate part of the Rebellion as the horizon of war against the expanding Galactic Empire draws near.

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Disney Pixar’s ‘Win or Lose’ Feels Like a Stalemate

At first glance, Disney Pixar’s Win or Lose looks very similar to the popular award-winning films Inside Out and Inside Out 2, centering on the emotions of tweens and teens and their stories as their softball championship game approaches. Yet, it doesn’t just focus on the children on the team but also their parents and the adults around them as they deal with real-life problems like love, heartbreak, dating, parenthood, and still trying to figure things out. Spoilers follow.

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‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ is Webslinging Fun That’s Nostalgic and Modern

Among the many Spider-Man animated series out today, few capture the hero’s growth as effectively as Jeff Trammell’s Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. This new series combines classic comic book charm with modern storytelling, creating a heartfelt tribute that surprises fans and keeps them wanting more after each episode. With high expectations for Marvel Studios’ first Spider-Man animated series, the stunning visuals, strong performances, and respect for the source material make this version a must-see.

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Matt Murdock Takes on Corrupt Politicians in ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Trailer

Corruption and politics go hand in hand. Just look at the upcoming state of the presidency and the current state of the Supreme Court. And it’s an issue that the MCU is tackling in Daredevil: Born Again! “Devil’s Reign” is coming, and the only one who can stop Wilson Fisk’s rise to power as Mayor of New York City is the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen, himself: Matt Murdock! If only Daredevil existed in our world today.

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‘Dream Productions’ Cast and Crew Talk Pixar’s Mocumentary Animated Series

Pixar’s Dream Productions is a return of the world of Inside Out and the mind of Riley, a newly minted teenager. The new four-episode series takes a look at what happens when Riley’s memories need some extra processing and how Joy and the core emotions send those memories to Dream Productions.

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‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’ is a Fun Family Adventure That Feels Familiar

The Star Wars universe has always been seen in extremes — from the desolate sand towns to the gritty, grimy streets and the extravagant and luxurious worlds. There is rarely a middle ground. What is most intriguing about Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is how suburban and ordinary a Star Wars world could be.

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‘Skeleton Crew’ Star Ravi Cabot-Conyers on Being a Kid in a ‘Star Wars’ Production

George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars, has said that when he made the original trilogy of films, the initial target audience were kids. And yet, in the time since then, not only has that detail seemed to have been lost in the ongoing discourse on the franchise, but rarely has there been Star Wars productions with said demographic as the central characters.

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David Henrie and the Cast of ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ on Bringing Magic Back

As someone who loved Wizards of Waverly Place growing up, I was beyond excited to speak with star/executive producer David Henrie and cast members Janice LeAnn Brown, Mimi Gianopulos, Alkaio Thiele, Max Matenko, and Taylor Cora about Wizards Beyond Waverly Place.

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Kristen-Anderson and Robert Lopez on ’70s Rock Influences in ‘Agatha All Along’

“The Ballad of the Witches’ Road” is an evocative ensemble earworm heard throughout Marvel Studios’ latest streaming hit, Agatha All Along. Created by EGOT winners and songwriting duo Robert and Kristen-Anderson Lopez, the song plays a crucial part in the series’ larger narrative while also taking a life of its own in different episodes.

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Disney Announces Release Dates for Pixar’s ‘Dream Productions’ and ‘Win or Lose’

For years, Pixar Animation Studios has released theatrical features, made for TV films, and animated shorts. Some of the titles ended up winning major awards. And the studios commitment to delivering quality storytelling and innovative animation continues as they prepare to release Dream Productions and Win or Lose, their first long-form animated series, exclusively on Disney later this year.

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Kathryn Hahn and Joe Locke on the Bond Between Agatha and Teen in ‘Agatha All Along’

Kathryn Hahn and Joe Locke star as Agatha and Teen in Marvel Television’s Agatha All Along. The first two episodes are officially streaming, exclusively on Disney+ and this interview will contain spoilers.

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‘LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy’ Cast and Writers on Favorite ‘Star Wars’ Memories

With the number of films, TV series, and original LEGO sets that bare the Star Wars name, characters from different timelines can now interact with each other in ways that they could never have before. As such, LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild The Galaxy writers and executive producers Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit have created a four-part special that taps into that and reimagines the galaxy far, far away in ways that pays homage to the lore but still can stand on its own.

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Sasheer Zamata, Ali Ahn, and Debra Jo Rupp Discuss ‘Agatha All Along’

Sasheer Zamata, Ali Ahn, and Debra Jo Rupp star as Jennifer Kale, Alice Wu-Gulliver, and Sharon Davis in Marvel Television’s Agatha All Along. The first two episodes premiere on September 18 at 6 PM PT/9 PM ET, exclusively on Disney+.

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Jac Schaeffer Previews ‘Agatha All Along’ and the Mystery Surrounding Teen

Jac Schaeffer serves as the head writer and an executive producer of Marvel Television’s Agatha All Along. Additionally, she directed three episodes of the series, which premieres with the first two episodes on September 18 at 6 PM PT/9 PM ET, exclusively on Disney+.

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The Premiere Date for ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ Has Been Revealed

Wizards of Waverly Place fans were absolutely thrilled when Wizards Beyond Waverly Place was announced and it turns out that the continuation is closer than we thought. The series will officially premiere with two episodes on Tuesday, October 29 at 8 PM EDT on Disney Channel, and the first eight episodes will be available on both Disney+ and Disney Channel On Demand the next day, Wednesday, October 30.

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The ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Trio Share Their Excitement for Season 2

On the Disney 2024 Upfront Red Carpet, I got to reunite with Percy Jackson and the Olympians stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava’ Jeffries, and Aryan Simhadri! The Disney+ show, which is based on the book series by Rick Riordan, has been renewed for a second season.

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