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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‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ – Harrison Ford Confirmed to Return as Han Solo!
'Star Wars: Episode 7' is still in the early stages of development with J.J. Abrams just joining the team a few weeks ago. So what was one of J.J.'s first orders of business after signing on to direct the next 'Star Wars' film? Today we get word that Harrison Ford will return as Han Solo in 'Star Wars: Episode 7.'
Real Life Sci-Fi: Meteor Explodes Over Russia, Hundreds Injured
You've seen it a hundred times in countless sci-fi movies: an object from space comes hurtling towards Earth leaving a trail of thick smoke behind it as curious onlookers turn their heads to the sky, mouths agape. Only this time, it's real.
Over 500 people were injured in Chelyabinsk, Russia last night when a meteor came blazing into the atmosphere, exploded and sent fireballs raining down as citi
2013 Oscars: Download All of This Year’s Nominated Scripts
The 2013 Oscars are right around the corner and it's always more fun to watch the awards when you have a rooting interest. Even if you haven't seen all the nominated films, we can help you get caught up in two major categories: Best Original and Best Adapted Screenplay. We've got all ten of the Oscar-nominated scripts - from 'Django' to 'Argo' and everything in-between - available for you to downl
‘Fast and Furious 6′ Plot Details Officially Released
Besides what has been shared on Vin Diesel's Facebook page, we've had little information on 'Fast and Furious 6.' Up until recently, we didn't even really know what it was called. 'Fast Six?' 'Fa6t and Furio6?' But now, with a 2013 Super Bowl trailer on the horizon, not only do we have an official title, but we also know the actual plot of the movie.
The 2013 Super Bowl Commercial CBS Doesn’t Want You To See
The 2013 Super Bowl will feature many commercials. You can even check here for what movie trailers will be running during the 2013 Super Bowl. But what you won't see is a :20 ad for web site PornHub, which was summarily rejected by CBS. The good news? You can watch it now.
‘Amazing Spider-Man 2′ – How You Can Appear in the Film!
Attention 'Amazing Spider-Man' fans! Do you want to star in 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2?' OK, we probably can't offer the role of Mysterio or Scorpion or yet another villain but director Marc Webb is looking for some everyday people to join the cast of 'Amazing Spider-Man 2' and that could be you!
‘Man of Steel’ First Look: Amy Adams as the New Lois Lane
We caught a fleeting glimpse of multiple Oscar-nominee Amy Adams as Lois Lane in the 'Man of Steel' trailer (seen above) but today we get our first official look at Lois Lane from the upcoming Superman film. And? There are certainly a big change to the Daily Planet.
James Franco Didn’t Much Care For ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’
Back before he was James Franco, James Franco starred as Harry Osborn in the original 'Spider-Man' trilogy. Recently he was asked about 'The Amazing Spider-Man' and whether he had seen the new version of Spider-Man. Indeed he had and he had some tough love for the new era of Spider-Man. Finally James Franco breaks his legendary silence on 'The Amazing Spider-Man!'
‘Iron Man 3′ – Robert .Downey, Jr Reveals “Top Secret” Scene
'Iron Man 3' has a new trailer coming this Sunday at the 2013 Super Bowl and to help promote the upcoming superhero movie, Robert Downey, Jr. is out and about talking all things Iron Man. And as we all learned from that time when he spoiled the 'Avengers' post-credits shawarma scene, Downey isn't the best at keeping top secret things top secret. So it shouldn't surprise you that in a recent interv
‘Amazing Spider-Man 2′ – Paul Giamatti to Star as Rhino!
'The Amazing Spider-Man 2' has cast a new villain. After Jamie Foxx was announced as joining the 'Spider-Man 2' cast as Electro, today we get news that Paul Giamatti will star as Rhino. And another actress has joined the cast in a mystery role. Who could she be playing?
‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Might Not Make Its 2015 Release Date
Attention 'Star Wars' fans! Before you get your tent and sleeping bag and lawn chair and start waiting on line for 'Star Wars: Episode 7' you should probably know this: 'Star Wars: Episode 7' might not come out in 2015 as originally planned.
‘Sin City 2′ Will Feature a Lot More Jessica Alba Stripping
If 'Sin City' wasn't your thing, you can still probably appreciate one thing about Robert Rodriguez's movie: Jessica Alba as a stripper. Well, get ready Jessica Alba fans because she says 'Sin City 2' will feature even more of her stripper Nancy Callahan including some new dance moves that Alba calls "crazy."