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And it wouldn't be an episode of Nerdigo News if we didn't have a very, very expensive comic book to talk about. This week's comes from @rollingstone.com @rollingstone.com www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
Anonymous Buyer Purchases 'Holy Grail of Comic Books' That Debuted Superman for $15 Million
Nic Cage's previously owned, stolen, and sold issue of Action Comics No. 1, which introduced the world to Superman, sells for $15 million.
www.rollingstone.com
January 12, 2026 at 11:29 PM
And it wouldn't be an episode of Nerdigo News if we didn't have a very, very expensive comic book to talk about. This week's comes from @rollingstone.com @rollingstone.com www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
We did our best to get caught up on the Warner Bros./Netflix/Paramount situation but there's been even more developments since we recorded. Until we're back next week, stay tuned to @thr.com's great coverage on this www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
Warner Bros. Discovery Officially Rejects Paramount’s Revised Offer, Stands by Netflix Deal
Paramount released a revised tender offer last month, with Larry Ellison agreeing to personally backstop the deal. WBD says the offer would be 'the largest LBO in history.'
www.hollywoodreporter.com
January 12, 2026 at 11:29 PM
We did our best to get caught up on the Warner Bros./Netflix/Paramount situation but there's been even more developments since we recorded. Until we're back next week, stay tuned to @thr.com's great coverage on this www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
We did our best to separate the rumors and speculation from the facts in the @deadline.com reporting about Sebastian Stan Batman Part 2 casting news deadline.com/2026/01/the-...
‘The Batman Part II’: Sebastian Stan In Talks For Role Opposite Robert Pattinson In Sequel – The Dish
Sebastian Stan is in talks to join 'The Batman Part II'
deadline.com
January 12, 2026 at 11:29 PM
We did our best to separate the rumors and speculation from the facts in the @deadline.com reporting about Sebastian Stan Batman Part 2 casting news deadline.com/2026/01/the-...
We also talked about how James Wan told @screenrant.bsky.social that he'd be excited to step into the Avatar director's chair. Find more on that here: screenrant.com/james-wan-av...
If James Cameron Doesn't Direct Avatar 4, Creator Of WB's $2.8 Billion Hit Franchise Wants To Replace Him
Who wants to replace Avatar’s James Cameron?
screenrant.com
January 12, 2026 at 11:29 PM
We also talked about how James Wan told @screenrant.bsky.social that he'd be excited to step into the Avatar director's chair. Find more on that here: screenrant.com/james-wan-av...
We talk about how Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are shaking up Netflix's business model by pushing for performance based bonuses. You can read way more about it on @thr.com www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Pushed Netflix to Offer Performance-Based Bonuses to ‘The Rip’ Crew
The move is a departure from the streaming service's business model of only paying fees up front.
www.hollywoodreporter.com
January 12, 2026 at 11:29 PM
We talk about how Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are shaking up Netflix's business model by pushing for performance based bonuses. You can read way more about it on @thr.com www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...
Finally: We had to come up with a name for our new mascot. Please submit your nominations below. And be sure to watch the episode to hear our top candidates at the time of recording!
January 9, 2026 at 1:58 AM
Finally: We had to come up with a name for our new mascot. Please submit your nominations below. And be sure to watch the episode to hear our top candidates at the time of recording!
We also discussed the much rumored 17-day theatrical window Netflix is considering for future Warner Bros. movies. That piece of speculation began its life in this @deadline.com article if you're interested: deadline.com/2026/01/box-...
‘Stranger Things’ Finale Delivers $25M+ To Movie Theaters After New Year’s Play, More Than 60% Of That From AMC – Box Office Update
'Stranger Things' Finale Grosses $25M+ for Movie Theaters in concessions
deadline.com
January 9, 2026 at 1:58 AM
We also discussed the much rumored 17-day theatrical window Netflix is considering for future Warner Bros. movies. That piece of speculation began its life in this @deadline.com article if you're interested: deadline.com/2026/01/box-...
We always recommend you follow @comixace.bsky.social for comic book news, and the ongoing saga of Diamond Distribution has been no different. We definitely recommend her account of the final days of that institution, as well as all her coverage of that story. www.comicsbeat.com/the-very-las...
The Very Last Days of Diamond Comics - UPDATED
Diamond Comics shut down for the final time on Wednesday, December 31st 2025, and it was eulogized in both images and words
www.comicsbeat.com
January 9, 2026 at 1:58 AM
We always recommend you follow @comixace.bsky.social for comic book news, and the ongoing saga of Diamond Distribution has been no different. We definitely recommend her account of the final days of that institution, as well as all her coverage of that story. www.comicsbeat.com/the-very-las...
We also previewed the potential of The Muppets Show returning to Disney+. For more information about that, and all things TV, check out this weekly wrap up from @variety.com variety.com/2025/tv/news...
‘Muppet Show’ Revival Special Gets Release Date, First Look at Disney+ and ABC (TV News Roundup)
Disney+ has unveiled a first look at “The Muppet Show” event special, which is slated to premiere on Feb. 4, 2026. The special will also air on ABC.
variety.com
January 9, 2026 at 1:58 AM
We also previewed the potential of The Muppets Show returning to Disney+. For more information about that, and all things TV, check out this weekly wrap up from @variety.com variety.com/2025/tv/news...
We discussed the weekend's box office and Avatar: Fire and Ash hitting $1B world wide. If you want to read more about that, we recommend you check out this article on @thr.com www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...
Box Office: ‘Avatar 3’ Flies Past $1 Billion, Sleeper Hit ‘Housemaid’ Delivers Sydney Sweeney Needed Win
James Cameron's threequel achieved the milestone Saturday at the New Year weekend box office, while other notable holiday victors include 'Zootopia 2,' sleeper hit 'The Housemaid' and Timothée…
www.hollywoodreporter.com
January 9, 2026 at 1:58 AM
We discussed the weekend's box office and Avatar: Fire and Ash hitting $1B world wide. If you want to read more about that, we recommend you check out this article on @thr.com www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...