Star Wars Retcon Rumours, RoboCop Returns & Gen V Cancelled | MNP Ep. 379

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 379, where franchises are rebooting, retconning, and occasionally pulling the plug.

NEWS

A new RoboCop series finally gets the green light at Amazon Studios — can the franchise work on TV? After a legal battle with Lucasfilm, Gina Carano is reportedly in talks for a Star Wars comeback. Star Wars may be taking its first steps toward retconning the sequel trilogy — rumour, reality, or fan wishful thinking? Gen V is cancelled after two seasons, but The Boys universe continues with a new spin-off, Vought Rising, set for 2027. DC pushes forward as the Superman sequel Man of Tomorrow begins filming, with teases of Brainiac and Lex Luthor behind bars.

TRAILERS

Street Fighter — the 2026 movie trailer drops with big expectations riding on it. Clayface — first teaser gives a glimpse at one of DC’s more unusual characters stepping into the spotlight.

REVIEWS

Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s grounded approach still land? The Boys — still hitting hard or starting to lose its edge?

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