Mike Sampson is the Editor-in-Chief of ScreenCrush. He studied to become a lawyer and worked as an architectural planner after graduating college but neither of these professions afforded him the opportunity to watch movies and TV for a living. He previously served as the Editor-in-Chief of JoBlo.com for 10 years. He lives in New Jersey and probably spends too much time playing video games and overthinking things.
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Quentin Tarantino to Direct ‘The Hateful Eight’…As a One-Time, Live Event
Quentin Tarantino famously shelved his upcoming project 'The Hateful Eight' after an early draft of the script leaked online (he would later sue the web site Gawker for publishing a download link). Fans were left disappointed knowing that an upcoming Tarantino film would never come to fruition, but now they take solace in knowing that Tarantino will direct 'The Hateful Eight' after all!... As part
Marvel’s Upcoming Movies Are Mapped Out For the Next 15 Years
While most of us don't have an idea what Marvel Studios is planning beyond 2016 (and, let's be honest, there's a whole cottage industry built around speculating what those future titles are), but Marvel knows exactly what they're doing. In fact, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has a map in his office that plots out the next 15 years of Marvel movies, all the way to 2028.
Exclusive: Karen Gillan Talks ‘Oculus’ and Why She’s Always Wanted to Star in a Horror Movie
It is a weird distinction that the impossibly perky and polite Karen Gillan is the star of the scariest movie of the year, 'Oculus'. In the film, she plays a young woman determined to crack - both literally and figuratively - the mystery behind an evil mirror that has haunted her family. Her red hair pulled back in a ponytail (which bounces hypnotically to and fro as if it were itself possessed) t
‘Dawn of the Planet of the Apes’ TV Spot Premieres During ‘The Walking Dead’ Season Finale
A new 'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes' TV spot aired during the 'Walking Dead' season finale and if you missed it, a) it was awesome, and b) we have it for you right here in HD.
New ‘Transformers 4′ Poster: On the Run From Really Big Robots
The 'Transformers' films have operated under director Michael Bay with one basic credo: "Giant F---ing Robots." (It's true! We actually have a cast and crew t-shirt with that printed on the back.) This new 'Transformers 4' poster certainly lives up to that motto as stars Mark Wahlberg and Nicola Peltz beat foot to avoid - what else? - a giant f---ing robot.
The Predator Coming to ‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ as DLC
If it bleeds, we can kill it. You'll be able to put that line to the test as The Predator becomes available in 'Call of Duty: Ghosts' as part of the new "Devastation Map Pack" released by Infinity Ward.
‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ Trailer: Heroes Aren’t Born, They’re Created
You might want to sit down for this one... The 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' trailer is here, and if you thought that maybe this would allay some of your fears about the Michael Bay-produced remake, we have some sobering news for you. This trailer raises more questions than it answers.
‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ Trailer: “We Were Supposed to Protect Them!”
After what seems like endless Instagram teasers, the final 'X-Men: Days of Future Past' trailer is finally here. Luckily, the film has dispensed with the teasing and this new trailer finally gives up the goods: lots of mutant superhero battles.
Phil Lord and Chris Miller in Talks to Direct ‘Ghostbusters 3′
Earlier this week, Ivan Reitman announced he would not be returning to direct 'Ghostbusters 3' for Sony Pictures and, subsequently, the studio was moving quickly to find a replacement. Well, that certainly didn't take long.
Phil Lord and Chris Miller, the writing-and-directing team behind '21 Jump Street' and 'The LEGO Movie' are in early talks to direct 'Ghostbusters 3' for the studio.
One Last ‘Amazing Spider-Man 2′ Trailer In Case You Missed All the Others
At this point it feels like we've seen pretty much all of 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2' with all the trailers, clips, previews, sneak peeks and photos released from the film. But, if you're still not sure if you want to see it in theaters, there's yet another 'Amazing Spider-Man 2' trailer - the final trailer! - here for your viewing enjoyment.