In Episode 351 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we cover the latest sci-fi, superhero, and streaming headlines, along with fresh trailer reactions and reviews.
News Highlights:
Star Trek 4 gets a promising update after big changes at Paramount. Could this finally mean progress for the Kelvin timeline crew?
The Boys prequel Vought Rising reveals its first look at new Supes, including Jensen Ackles’ Soldier Boy returning alongside Bombsight, Torpedo, and Private Angel.
James Gunn confirms the Superman sequel is moving forward sooner than expected, saying, “We’re scheduling it now.”
Amazon Studios is developing a live-action Wolfenstein TV series. Will Nazi-slaying alt-history work on the small screen?
Trailers:
Predator: Badlands trailer shows a new twist on the iconic hunter.
Primitive War trailer teases dinosaurs and mercenaries in a brutal fight for survival.
Reviews:
Alien: Earth Parts 1 & 2 — does the FX series bring the terror of the Xenomorphs to television in style?
Retro Review:
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – The Maquis Parts 1 & 2. Federation politics, betrayal, and the rise of a rogue faction.
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