James Gunn has responded to a streaming-related complaint after a DC movie has now been made available to watch on Netflix. Gunn and Peter Safran’s DCU kicked off at DC Studios and Warner Bros. Pictures in December 2024 with the animated Creature Commandos series. That was followed by Superman and Peacemaker Season 2 in 2025, while Lanterns, Supergirl, and Clayface are all scheduled to arrive in 2026. Recently, Netflix made 2023’s Blue Beetle available to watch on the streaming platform. The film was originally intended to be part of the now-defunct DCEU; however, Gunn has stated that Xolo Maridueña’s Jaime Reyes/Blue Beetle character will continue in the DCU. An animated DCU Blue Beetle series is now in development. What did James Gunn say about the DCU and streaming? On Threads, Gunn was asked why Blue Beetle is available to watch on Netflix when other DCEU and DCU movies are not. Specifically, the question asks why all DC titles can’t just be kept to one streaming service in order to avoid confusion. Gunn responded, “Creature Commandos and Peacemaker are on the same streaming service, HBOMax. And Blue Beetle is there too. But now people who only have Netflix can watch it as well.” Blue Beetle received generally positive reviews from critics, though it underperformed at the box office, as it only made $130. 8 million globally. The cast of the movie also includes Adriana Barraza as Nana, Damián Alcázar as Alberto Reyes, Elpidia Carrillo as Rocio Reyes, Bruna Marquezine as Jenny Kord, Raoul Max Trujillo as OMAC, Susan Sarandon as Victoria Kord, George Lopez as Rudy Reyes, Belissa Escobedo as Milagro Reyes, and Harvey Guillén as Dr. Sanchez. “Jaime Reyes suddenly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology called the Scarab,” a description of the film reads. “When the Scarab chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he’s bestowed with an incredible suit of armor that’s capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the superhero Blue Beetle.”.
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Watch Us React to the Final Trailer for Stranger Things Season 5!
Get ready, fans! The much-anticipated final trailer for Stranger Things Season 5 has just dropped, and we’re here to share our reactions with you.
Join us as we break down every exciting moment, unexpected twist, and thrilling hint that this trailer reveals. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the series, our reaction video captures all the excitement and speculation surrounding the upcoming season.
Don’t miss out—watch our full reaction now and let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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Stranger Things 5 trailer: Cast teases “next-level action’ and a “chaotic start” in the final season
The lights are flickering once again in Hawkins. Shadows crawl, memories linger, and the air crackles with the kind of electricity only Netflix’s most beloved world can summon. Netflix invites us back to the Upside Down as the trailer for *Stranger Things* Season 5 drops.
### Stranger Things 5 Trailer: Cast Teases “Next-Level Action” and a “Chaotic Start” in the Final Season
Counting down to the final chapter, the cast, creators, and executive producers of *Stranger Things* set the stage for what’s to come and where we find our characters at the start of the season, as told to Tudum.
Millie Bobby Brown (Eleven) shares,
> “Eleven is in training mode. She’s in a warrior state, which is the first time you see Eleven like that at the beginning of a season. As for her mindset, all she is thinking about is protecting her friends. Her friends are her chosen family, so she will do whatever it takes to protect them and we’re going to see that.”
Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin) adds,
> “Dustin is kind of in a bit of a funk. I think everybody probably is considering the state that Hawkins is in, and it’s getting a little bit harder for the gang to keep all the pieces together. We’re all dealing with the day-to-day issues of what it is to try to keep everybody safe and figure out where Vecna is, while having a lot of unpacked baggage from the events in the previous season.”
Caleb McLaughlin (Lucas) shares,
> “It’s always been in the beginning of a season that everything is all good, but this is the first season we come into it and the stakes are the same as where we left off. We haven’t defeated Vecna and the problem is still there. We’re still trying to figure it out and we may not be able to figure it out, so you feel that burden on Lucas as well as everyone else on the show. Everyone is on edge and we’re all just trying to keep hope alive.”
Noah Schnapp (Will) asserts,
> “Will is back in Hawkins this season. He was out of Hawkins for the last season, so now we’re seeing the effects of him being back in that realm. We kind of hit the ground running right away this season, which is really exciting and not how we’ve started any other season. Everyone is all in one place and we all have the same objective.”
Sadie Sink (Max) explains,
> “We [ended] Season 4 in a tough place for Max. Her final moments were her in a hospital bed. Eleven was searching for her in the void and couldn’t find her, so Max is definitely not the way she once was. There’s still a small glimmer of hope, though, and her friends are hanging on to that.”
Finn Wolfhard (Mike) says,
> “Mike is back in leadership mode, and he’s kind of taken it more upon himself to help plan out these missions, and he and the whole gang are devoted to finding Vecna and ending this.”
Ross Duffer (Co-Creator, Executive Producer, Writer, Director) shares,
> “I think what’s unique about this season is that it starts a little bit in chaos because our heroes ultimately lost at the end of Season 4. We usually set up their normal life and how they’re going about school, and then we introduce the supernatural element. But in this case, this season is sprinting from the start.”
Matt Duffer (Co-Creator, Executive Producer, Writer, Director) adds,
> “They’re not experiencing normal life. Nothing in Hawkins is normal anymore. Their movement is restricted, and there are Big Brother cameras everywhere. So not only are they active, their everyday, normal lives are anything but.”
Shawn Levy (Executive Producer & Director) concludes,
> “The action is next level, the visual effects are next level, but I’m also happy to say that the emotional center remains the same. And part of the magic of this show is that even as we evolve, even as the storytelling becomes more epic, it’s always anchored in these characters that we love.”
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**Also Read:** [“Stranger Things fans will be truly satisfied with the ending”: Cast and makers speak about Netflix show ahead of final season premiere]
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‘Strangers Things 5’ 2-Hour Series Finale Will Be A Movie Theater Experience
Stranger Things has always felt like a show that deserved a proper movie theater experience. For the fifth and final season, that’s exactly what fans are going to get.
Netflix has announced that the Duffer Brothers’ two-hour series finale for *Stranger Things* Season 5, titled *The Rightside Up*, will be released in movie theaters on December 31. This special theater event will mark the first time an episode of a Netflix series will be shown in more than 350 theaters nationwide.
The screening is scheduled to start at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET and will serve as the swan song for our favorite group of kids, known as The Party, who have been part of our streaming lives since the show’s premiere on Netflix in 2016. According to Variety, the series finale’s theatrical run will continue through January 1.
For fans who prefer to watch the finale from the comfort of their own homes, there’s good news—it will also premiere on Netflix simultaneously at the same time as the theater screenings.
Netflix has promised to share a list of theaters where the *Stranger Things* series finale will be shown, so stay tuned for more details.
### The Duffer Brothers Are Excited About the Theatrical Release
In a recent cover story interview with Variety, Matt and Ross Duffer expressed their excitement about bringing their franchise’s finale to the big screen.
“People don’t get to experience how much time and effort is spent on sound and picture, and they’re seeing it at reduced quality,” Matt Duffer explained. “More than that, it’s about experiencing it at the same time with fans.”
“That would be amazing,” Ross Duffer added. “Because the fans could be there with other fans, and experience it as a communal thing—it would be incredible.”
Consider us already seated and ready for this unforgettable event!
### Stranger Things 5 Release Schedule
*Stranger Things* Season 5 will premiere exclusively on Netflix in three batches:
– Volume 1 on November 6
– Volume 2 on December 25
– The series finale on December 31, coinciding with the theatrical release
Get ready to say goodbye to The Party in a truly epic way—whether in theaters or at home.
https://hiphopwired.com/2880447/stranger-things-5-series-finale-movie-theater-run-netflix-details/
What is Bin-gate? How ‘The Great British Baking Show’s Iain Exorcised a Ghost from the Tent’s Past With His Vacherin Glacé Showstopper
**The Great British Baking Show’s “Meringue Week” Haunted by a Terrifying Specter of the Past**
For his Vacherin Glacé Showstopper during “Meringue Week,” Belfast baker Iain Ross channeled one of The Great British Baking Show’s most notorious moments involving another Northern Irish Iain.
**Spoilers for The Great British Baking Show “Meringue Week,” now streaming on Netflix**
In a bold and cheeky move, this season’s Iain recreated the infamous “bin-gate” Baked Alaska scandal from 2014 in an attempt to exorcise any remaining demons in the tent. His daring homage nearly got him eliminated, but it also served as a fantastic throwback to one of the show’s earliest breakout moments.
If you’ve only watched The Great British Baking Show on Netflix, you might have been baffled by Iain’s plan to make a meringue trash bin for judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith. To fully appreciate this clever nod, it helps to understand the original “bin-gate” incident.
### What Was “Bin-Gate”?
You have to go back to 2014, when The Great British Bake Off made its modest American debut on PBS under the title *The Great British Baking Show Season 1.* This version featured judges Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry, with hosts Sue Perkins and Mel Giedroyc. Contestants included Martha Collinson, Chetna Makan, Luis Troyano, Richard Burr, and eventual winner Nancy Birtwhistle.
During “Desserts Week,” bakers were tasked with creating a spectacular Baked Alaska Showstopper—a dessert featuring layers of ice cream and cake covered by meringue. The catch? The ice cream layers have to remain frozen throughout preparation.
On a particularly hot summer day, two of the five refrigerators in the tent were broken. Amid the chaos, contestant Diana Beard briefly took fellow baker Iain Watters’s Baked Alaska out of the fridge to make room for hers and inadvertently left Iain’s dessert sitting out on the bench. Although producers claimed it was only exposed to warm air for about a minute, the ice cream began to melt.
Frustrated, Iain Watters tossed his failed Baked Alaska into “the bin” and, when it came time for judging, presented an empty tray alongside the trash can. This dramatic gesture led to his elimination.
### The Aftermath of “Bin-Gate”
The fallout was swift and severe. Diana Beard faced significant online abuse from British fans, despite Iain defending her. Unfortunately, Diana later withdrew from the competition due to a fall at home.
“Bin-gate” was a messy episode that contrasted sharply with the usually warm and supportive spirit of The Great British Baking Show. To this day, “bin-gate” remains closely associated with the name “Iain” on Google searches related to the show.
### Iain Ross’s Homage to “Bin-Gate”
Fast forward to 2025. This season’s Iain, known for his playful humor, looked to the past and the other Iain’s infamous ice cream and meringue disaster for inspiration.
Recognizing that a Vacherin Glacé is very similar in style to a Baked Alaska—just French and slightly fancier—Iain Ross borrowed the flavor profile from the original “bin-gate” bake. He crafted his meringue into the shape of a trash bin, cheekily acknowledging the notorious moment.
Judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith appreciated the creative concept, but were less impressed with the execution. Though they liked the rough, “bin-gate” inspired look, they criticized the flavor combination, finding the chocolate and coffee ice creams clashed on the palate.
Iain cleverly deflected the criticism, joking that the flavors were borrowed from the other Iain, so the blame couldn’t fall on him.
### The Outcome
Despite the judges’ feedback, Iain managed to avoid elimination. Instead, 59-year-old hairdresser Lesley Holloway was sent home after struggling in all three challenges, while Iain had impressed by winning the soufflé Technical challenge.
### The Takeaway
If Iain Ross’s “bin-gate” inspired bake has taught us anything about The Great British Baking Show, it’s probably this: if you’re a Northern Irish baker named Iain, presenting Paul Hollywood with a trash bin at judging might not be the safest path to victory—but it sure makes for memorable television.
https://decider.com/2025/10/17/what-is-bin-gate-how-the-great-british-baking-shows-iain-exorcised-a-ghost-from-the-tents-past-with-his-vacherin-glace-showstopper/
‘Stephen’ to ‘Legacy’: Inside Netflix’s Tamil, Telugu slate
**Stephen to Legacy: Inside Netflix’s Tamil and Telugu Slate**
*By Isha Sharma | October 13, 2025, 03:10 PM*
Netflix has announced an exciting lineup of original South Indian projects, featuring a diverse mix of genres including thrillers, romantic comedies, and cross-cultural stories. The upcoming slate boasts crime dramas and love stories designed to keep viewers hooked, starring notable actors such as Priyanka Mohan, Anand Devarakonda, and Aishwarya Lekshmi.
**Stephen & Made in Korea**
The psychological thriller *Stephen* stars Gomathi Shankar and is set in a dark world where one man navigates crime, chaos, and justice. With its nail-biting twists, this film promises to be one of Netflix’s most anticipated crime dramas.
On a different note, *Made in Korea* features Priyanka Mohan exploring themes of love, identity, and belonging in a unique avatar. The film also stars Park Hye-Jin and explores cross-cultural narratives that resonate widely.
**Takshakudu & Super Subbu**
Anand Devarakonda returns with *Takshakudu*, a powerful revenge drama produced by Sithara Entertainments. Centered around ambition (“atyasa”) and revenge (“prateekaram”), this emotional story also features Nitanshi Goel.
*Kishan* and Mithila Palkar lead the light-hearted web series *Super Subbu*, which humorously navigates the highs and lows of the human spirit through life lessons presented in a classroom-style narrative.
**#Love & Legacy**
The Tamil series *#Love*, directed by Balaji Mohan and starring Arjun Das and Aishwarya Lekshmi, follows two unlikely partners who take on a unique challenge that unexpectedly brings them closer.
Meanwhile, *Legacy*, a gritty gangster drama directed by Charukesh Sekar, features a stellar cast including R. Madhavan, Nimisha Sajayan, Gautham Karthik, Gulshan Devaiah, and Abhishek Banerjee. This series explores a high-stakes succession narrative set against the backdrop of the underworld.
With this diverse slate, Netflix continues to strengthen its presence in South Indian content, offering viewers fresh stories across various genres. Stay tuned for these captivating originals coming soon to the platform.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/netflix-announces-its-upcoming-tamil-telugu-originals/story
The Ba***ds of Bollywood: Delhi High Court issues notices to makers over Sameer Wankhede’s plea against Aryan Khan and his web -series
Former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officer Sameer Wankhede has filed a defamation suit against Netflix and Red Chillies Entertainment over Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, *The Ba***ds of Bollywood*. The show, which premiered on the streaming platform last month, has stirred controversy after viewers noticed a character resembling Wankhede — the officer who famously arrested Aryan Khan in 2021 during a cruise drug bust.
On Wednesday, the Delhi High Court issued notices to both Netflix and Red Chillies Entertainment following Wankhede’s plea.
### Legal Proceedings and Court Response
The Delhi High Court had earlier dismissed Wankhede’s initial petition as not maintainable. However, after he submitted an amended version, the case was taken up for hearing. The court stated, as reported by *Hindustan Times*, “We appreciate that there is cause in your favour to approach this court, but there is a process to be followed.”
Representing Wankhede, senior advocate Sandeep Sethi informed the bench that his client and family have been subjected to relentless online abuse since the show’s release. Mentioning the series, Sethi said, “There are posts trolling me, my wife, and my sister. Ex facie defamatory. It’s shocking. They (defendants) are surely not defending those posts.”
### About *The Ba***ds of Bollywood*
Produced by Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment and directed by Aryan Khan, *The Ba***ds of Bollywood* is described as a satire on the Hindi film industry. The show features a plain-clothed cop who raids a Bollywood party and detains an actor despite finding no drugs — a storyline many social media users have linked to the real-life 2021 incident involving Aryan Khan’s arrest.
### Allegations by Sameer Wankhede
In his defamation suit, Wankhede alleges that the series was deliberately conceptualized and executed to malign his image. He claims the show has portrayed him in a prejudicial and colorable manner.
### Public and Industry Impact
The controversy arises at a significant time, as *The Ba***ds of Bollywood* marks Aryan Khan’s first major project in the entertainment industry. This has added another layer of public scrutiny to the young filmmaker’s debut.
With the court now issuing notices to both the streaming platform and the production house, the case is expected to reignite debates around artistic expression, real-life inspiration, and the delicate line between satire and defamation.
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‘Baahubali’ films disappear from Netflix ahead of ‘Baahubali: The Epic’
**‘Baahubali’ Films Disappear from Netflix Ahead of ‘Baahubali: The Epic’ Theatrical Release**
*By Isha Sharma | October 5, 2025, 2:14 PM*
The beloved *Baahubali* films, directed by SS Rajamouli, have suddenly disappeared from Netflix as fans eagerly await the grand theatrical release of *Baahubali: The Epic* scheduled for October 31. This special edition will combine the two-part saga into a single cinematic experience, aiming to captivate audiences like never before.
Starring Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, and Rana Daggubati, the *Baahubali* franchise has amassed a massive fan following since its initial releases. However, as of now, both films are no longer searchable on Netflix and often trigger the message: “Oh no! This title currently isn’t available to watch in your country.”
This unexpected disappearance has sparked widespread discussion on social media. Some speculate it may be a marketing strategy designed to build buzz ahead of the theatrical release, while others believe the streaming rights to the films have simply expired. An X user commented, “Netflix does this with every movie… They keep and delete as per their wish,” while another noted, “Nah, Baahubali contract is ended now.”
### About *Baahubali: The Epic*
*Baahubali: The Epic* is a remastered and recut version that combines *Baahubali: The Beginning* (2015) and *Baahubali: The Conclusion* (2017) into one seamless film. SS Rajamouli announced this special theatrical release on X (formerly Twitter) earlier this year to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the franchise.
Despite their removal from Netflix, the *Baahubali* films remain available for streaming on platforms like SonyLIV and JioHotstar. This availability on other services has only added to the speculation surrounding Netflix’s decision to remove the titles.
Fans eagerly await the upcoming release, which promises an unparalleled epic retelling of one of Indian cinema’s most iconic sagas. Stay tuned for more updates as October 31 approaches.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/baahubali-movies-removed-from-netflix-ahead-of-re-release/story
‘Baahubali’ films disappear from Netflix ahead of ‘Baahubali: The Epic’
**‘Baahubali’ Films Disappear from Netflix Ahead of ‘Baahubali: The Epic’ Theatrical Release**
*By Isha Sharma | Oct 05, 2025, 02:14 PM*
The beloved Baahubali film series, directed by SS Rajamouli, has suddenly vanished from Netflix just weeks before the grand theatrical release of *Baahubali: The Epic* on October 31. This upcoming release will present a specially remastered and recut version of the two-part saga—*Baahubali: The Beginning* (2015) and *Baahubali: The Conclusion* (2017)—combined into one immersive cinematic experience.
Starring Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, and Rana Daggubati, the Baahubali franchise is among the most celebrated in Indian cinema, and its theatrical re-release has stirred significant excitement among fans.
### Streaming Removal Sparks Speculation
In recent days, viewers searching for Baahubali on Netflix have found the films missing from the platform’s library. In some cases, users encounter the message:
*“Oh no! This title currently isn’t available to watch in your country.”*
Screenshots of this notification have circulated widely on social media, fueling speculation about the cause. Many are debating whether this move is a clever marketing strategy designed to build anticipation for the theatrical release or simply the result of Netflix’s streaming rights expiring.
On X (formerly Twitter), some users commented:
– “Netflix does this with every movie… They keep and delete as per their wish.”
– “Nah, Baahubali contract is ended now.”
### Baahubali: The Epic – What to Expect
SS Rajamouli officially announced the upcoming release of *Baahubali: The Epic* in July, marking the 10th anniversary of the original film. The film will bring audiences a fresh, remastered look at both installments in a unified format, promising an unparalleled viewing experience on the big screen.
### Availability on Other Platforms
Despite their removal from Netflix, the Baahubali films remain available for streaming on other platforms such as SonyLIV and JioHotstar. This availability has added to the intrigue surrounding their disappearance from Netflix, with many wondering if exclusive distribution deals are underway in preparation for the theatrical launch.
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With the October 31 release date fast approaching, fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to experience Baahubali in this new epic format, celebrating a decade of one of India’s most iconic film sagas. Stay tuned for more updates on *Baahubali: The Epic.*
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/baahubali-movies-removed-from-netflix-ahead-of-re-release/story
‘Baahubali’ films disappear from Netflix ahead of ‘Baahubali: The Epic’
**Baahubali Films Disappear from Netflix Ahead of ‘Baahubali: The Epic’ Theatrical Release**
*By Isha Sharma | October 5, 2025, 2:14 PM*
The beloved *Baahubali* films, directed by SS Rajamouli, have suddenly vanished from Netflix just weeks before the grand theatrical release of *Baahubali: The Epic*, set for October 31. This new release will combine the two-part saga into a single remastered and recut cinematic experience, promising to captivate audiences once again.
Starring Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, and Rana Daggubati, the iconic franchise has garnered a massive fan base worldwide. However, fans searching for the films on Netflix have been met with a message stating, “Oh no! This title currently isn’t available to watch in your country,” sparking widespread speculation.
Social media users have shared screenshots of this message, debating whether the removal is part of a strategic marketing move to build hype for the upcoming theatrical release, or simply due to the expiration of Netflix’s streaming rights. One user on X (formerly Twitter) commented, “Netflix does this with every movie… They keep and delete as per their wish,” while another added, “Nah, Baahubali contract is ended now.”
Despite the absence from Netflix, both *Baahubali: The Beginning* (2015) and *Baahubali: The Conclusion* (2017) remain available to stream on other platforms such as SonyLIV and JioHotstar. This continued availability adds fuel to the discussion around licensing and distribution strategies.
SS Rajamouli officially announced the upcoming special edition, *Baahubali: The Epic*, on X in July, marking the 10th anniversary of the franchise’s original release. This remastered combined version is expected to offer fans an enhanced and immersive cinematic journey celebrating the legendary saga.
Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches, and prepare to experience *Baahubali* like never before on the big screen this October.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/baahubali-movies-removed-from-netflix-ahead-of-re-release/story