MAN MOUNTAIN Share Final Pre-Album Single “ABSENCE / DESCENT”

Southeast Michigan instrumental quartet Man Mountain have released “Absence / Descent,” the third and final single from their forthcoming album Threads of Another Life, due out July 24 via Spartan Records. The track offers one last glimpse into a record shaped by uncertainty, isolation, grief, and transformation — a sweeping seven-song collection that marks the band’s first full-length album in six years.

From the AW YEAH Universe Comes METEOR MITE

A mysterious crystal. A galaxy in danger. One ordinary kid is about to become the most powerful hero on Earth! 

Mad Cave Studios' Papercutz imprint is proud to announce METEOR MITE: UP & AT ‘EM!, an all-new original graphic novel from Eisner, Harvey, and CIPA Award-winning cartoonist Art Baltazar, introducing readers to the latest superhero to emerge from the beloved Aw Yeah! Universe.

Years in the making! A tale of Galactic Proportions!

Our saga takes us to the far reaches of space, where a mysterious runaway Crystal is being pursued by the evil Meteor Mongers! The Mongers will not stop until they find the Enchanted Crystal! WHAT? WHY? What's so important about this Crystal? Could it be the ultimate power in the universe? I think so! Or maybe the Crystal is about to choose the newest Hero of the Aw Yeat Universe! You bet!

ANIMEIGO Announced New Licenses During ANIME EXPO Panel

Anime distributor AnimEigo and parent company MediaOCD announced several newly licensed Blu-ray home media titles during its panel at Anime Expo 2026 that include Sakon The Ventriloquist, Drucker in the Dugout, House of Five Leaves, Baby & I, and the world’s first 4K restoration for AD Police Files.

An update was announced for the upcoming home media release of Vampire Princess Miyu that will deliver a pair of blank Blu-ray case inserts with every order. The groundbreaking horror anime OVA will be released on September 8th. Pre-orders are open now for a limited time exclusively from the MediaOCD web store. SRP is $24.95.

Explore the SUPERGIRL Product Line Made for Super Fans

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP) is rocking a new global merchandise collection ahead of DC Studios’ upcoming film “Supergirl.” Developed in collaboration with premier licensees and retail partners, the collection celebrates Supergirl/Kara Zor-El as an iconic Super Hero for new generations with designs inspired by the film’s action-packed cosmic adventure.

KAYOU Announces SDCC Debut

KAYOU, China’s No. 1 collectibles company and one of the world’s fastest-growing collectible trading card brands, will introduce its newest slate of officially licensed trading cards to superfans during its San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) debut, from July 23 to 26, 2026.

Fueled by its mission to be “Here for the Superfans,” the trading card giant will celebrate through a series of fan-first experiences across San Diego, giving fans new ways to connect with the stories, characters, and communities behind their favorite fandoms – on the show floor and beyond the San Diego Convention Center.

Insight Releasing Two New Guillermo del Toro Books

This fall, Insight Editions will publish two official and definitive books celebrating the power and legacy of Guillermo del Toro's Pan's Labyrinth, marking the film's 20th anniversary since its 2006 release. 

In addition to the upcoming releases, Cineverse, in conjunction with Fathom, will be bringing the acclaimed film back to theaters for its 20th anniversary in the United States and Canada in 3D, 4K, and premium HDR by Barco on October 9. 

The two titles are the latest chapter in a longstanding publishing partnership between del Toro and Insight Editions.

Bit Bot's Dark Crystal Chamberlain Skeksis Latex Mask

Bit Bot is celebrating Jim Henson and Frank Oz’s 1982 cult classic film The Dark Crystal with an all-new deluxe, limited-edition Chamberlain Latex Mask. These lovingly produced masks will pay tribute to the unforgettable Skeksis character designs of this iconic fantasy villain, conjure memories of Barry Dennen’s otherworldly voice acting, and honor the legacy of The Dark Crystal. Perfect for cosplayers and collectors alike, Bit Bot’s Chamberlain Mask is expected to release Fall 2026, just in time for Halloween.

OBSESSION Available On Digital and Blu-ray Today

Watch what you wish for. Continuing its record-breaking theatrical run, OBSESSION makes its home debut exclusively on digital platforms starting June 30, 2026, and on 4K UHD combo pack, Blu-ray, and DVD on July 14, 2026, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. After breaking the mysterious “One Wish Willow” to win his crush’s heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price. The critically acclaimed breakout from Focus Features and rising horror auteur Curry Barker, is an unsettling, nightmare-fueled psychological thriller unlike anything the genre has seen in years. With an A CinemaScore and Certified Fresh and Verified Hot Rotten Tomatoes scores anchored by standout performances from Michael Johnston (Slash, Endangered Species) and Inde Navarrette (“Superman & Lois,” Wander Darkly), OBSESSION has become a cultural phenomenon and is the must-watch horror event of the year. Take the Obsession further with an exclusive look behind-the-scenes and discover why some obsessions are impossible to escape.

ICE NINE KILLS Enter The Fog With “PLAY DEAD”

Ice Nine Kills enter the fog today with “Play Dead,” a brand-new single and accompanying music video created in collaboration with Dead by Daylight, the world’s leading multiplayer horror game. Written for Dead by Daylight’s 10th Anniversary celebrations and announced on their anniversary live stream, “Play Dead” brings Ice Nine Kills into one of horror gaming’s most iconic worlds, uniting two genre-obsessed universes built on suspense, survival, mythology, and the thrill of the kill.

Texas Chain Saw Day Returns For 2026

Dark Sky Films and Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, have announced the return of TEXAS CHAIN SAW DAY, the annual nationwide celebration of THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE. Following the success of last year's inaugural event, which drew fans to more than 900 theatres nationwide and finished as the #2 horror film at the domestic box office that day, the one-night-only event returns to theatres on August 18, 2026.

Commemorated on the date of the events in the film, TEXAS CHAIN SAW DAY invites audiences across the country to experience THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE on the big screen, remastered in 4K, and surrounded by fellow horror fans.

DC’s BATMAN KNIGHTFALL Official Trailer

DC, Warner Bros. Animation, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has released the official trailer for BATMAN: KNIGHTFALL, a three-part movie event bringing to life one of the most iconic and beloved sagas in the rich history of Batman comics.

Oni Press Reveals SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH

Oni Press – the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic novels since 1997 – and the world-renowned Archie Comic Publications, Inc. are proud to unveil the first look at the stunning covers for SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #1, the latest in an all-new line of comics from Oni Press and Archie Comics launching in September, timed to Archie’s 85th anniversary. Debuting in October, SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #1—from Hugo Award nominee Corinna Bechko (Green Lantern: Earth One, EC’s Blood Type) and Eisner Award nominee Kano (Daredevil, Gotham Central) —will feature a main cover by series artist Kano as well as regular and limited edition variants by Kano, Eisner Award-nominated cover artist Marguerite Sauvage (Action Comics), Naomi Franq (Tales from Harrow County: Death's Choir), Eisner Award–winning cartoonist Caroline Cash (PeePee PooPoo), legendary Archie Comics artist Dan Parent (Life with Kevin), Eisner Award–winning artist Erica Henderson (The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl), and Mahmud Asrar (Conan the Barbarian)!

NETFLIX Unveils Upcoming Anime Slate

Netflix today unveiled a slate of announcements, first looks, and exclusive materials across its anime slate at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. The Netflix Anime Studio Focus highlighted upcoming titles from some of Japan’s most acclaimed creators and animation studios, spanning original stories, beloved manga adaptations, and returning fan-favorite franchises.

Demon Jinu Pre-orders are Now Live

Fans in our Mattel Creations x KPop Demon Hunters Backstage Pass program submitted more than 40,000 votes, and the Saja Boys sensation came out on top! We’re creating him for you right now – be sure to reserve yours today.

Who knew a demon doubling as a K-pop idol could be so dreamy? Saja Boys frontman, Jinu, soda-popped his way into the hearts of millions of fans. Dressed in his “Your Idol” performance outfit, fusing traditional and contemporary Korean fashion, Jinu is ready to give the performance of a lifetime. 

You Can't Ignore the Voices in the Woods in Dark Sky's CAMP

Emily is the root cause of two devastating tragedies very early in her life, and she feels the weight of these accidents as though cursed. At her father’s suggestion, she takes a position at a summer camp for troubled youth to ease her guilt. When Emily arrives, she is welcomed by the other counselors, who accept her as she is and surround her with peace and forgiveness. Just as Emily begins to believe in a new kind of life, she starts to hear a voice whispering from deep in the woods — one that urges her to go home, and one that may be impossible to ignore.