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‘Army of the Dead’ Cast Returning For the Animated Series

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Whether you liked Zack Snyder’s Army of the Dead or not, it was still a wild ride. Thanks mostly to the cast and SFX, the Netflix movie was a success and spawned a prequel, an upcoming sequel, and the animated series, Lost Vegas.

If there aren’t any delays, the animated show will hit Netflix sometime this year. This is the second prequel set in Zack Snyder’s Army of the Dead universe and will span six episodes. Snyder is busy with other projects at the moment so it’s being developed by Jay Olivia who has done a lot of animated stuff for television.

Snyder is still following the project and released a first image capture (see below) from his Twitch stream.

Just because Snyder isn’t attached doesn’t mean some of his original cast isn’t.

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The actors below will be returning to their original roles, voicing their respective characters. Some of these actors have been very busy over the past year. So we have included a few of the other projects they are working on in case you’re interested. Some projects are in production. Some are “in the can” as they say, but all are working and that’s great news in this post-pandemic world.

Who is Returning for Army of the Dead: Lost Vegas

Dave Bautista (Scott Ward)

If there’s anyone on this list working harder than Bautista this year, let us know in the comments. This hulking celebrity is keeping it sci-fi in 2023 with Guardians of the Galaxy 3, Dune, but also dipping his toe into the horror genre for 2022.

Although his fate in Army of the Dead is sealed, we are curious to see his backstory.

Dave Bautista (Scott Ward) Army of the Dead

Coming Up for Bautista:

  • Army of the dead: Lost Vegas (2022)
  • Dune: Part 2 (2023)
  • Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 (2023)
  • Knock at the Cabin (2023)

Ella Purnell (Kate Ward)

Kate Ward wasn’t exactly a favorite among some fans of the series. They claim that through her actions, the heist in the film was ruined. Purnell even had to go online to defend her character almost making a string chart as to why it wasn’t her fault.

Even so, and since it’s a prequel, Kate is returning to the animated series and perhaps we will find out a little more backstory about Kate and Scott’s relationship.

Ella Purnell (Kate Ward) Army of the Dead

Coming Up for Purnell:

  • Fallout TV series
  • Army of the Dead: Lost Vegas (2022)

Omari Hardwick (Vanderohe)

Vanderohe gives us the “twist” at the end of the first film and Snyder will probably use that as a jumping-off point in the proper sequel. Hopefully, the animated series will delve into some of his past. Like how he decided to major in philosophy in college and what went down with Scott Ward during the Las Vengeance operation; a rescue collective that helped zombie apocalypse survivors. Or what it was like working in a convalescent home after Las Vengeance disbanded.

Omari Hardwick (Vanderohe) Army of the Dead

Coming up for Hardwick:

  • Army of the Dead: Lost Vegas (2022)
  • The Mother (2022)
  • The Mothership (2022)

Ana de la Requera (Maria Cruz)

Speaking of Los Vengeance, Ana as Maria was one of its founding members. Before that, she was a successful Vegas businesswoman with her own repair shop. Once Vegas was completely quarantined and walled up, Ana moved to Southern California. She was then approached to do the Vegas heist.

Maybe Lost Vegas will go into her time in Victorville and the secret behind the key she wears around her neck.

Ana de la Requera (Maria Cruz)

Coming up for Ana de la Requera:

  • Army of the Dead: Lost Vegas (2022)
  • Lupe (2023)
  • Leopard Skin (TV series)

Tig Notaro (Marianne Peters)

Perhaps one of the biggest surprise casting decisions of Army of the Dead was the last-minute digital casting of Tig Notaro as Marianne Peters. Not to say that it wasn’t warranted, but Tig is usually more of a comedy brand. She is still funny in Army of the Dead but has a badass edge that we haven’t really seen before.

Peters’ participation in Las Vengence earned her a spot in the Vegas heist where her piloting skills came into use. Also a Victorville transplant, Marianne and Ana probably have some stories to tell.

Tig Notaro (Marianne Peters) Army of the Dead

Coming up for Tig:

  • Army of the Dead: Lost Vegas (2022)

Get to know the Army of the Dead Cast as a Primer

That’s all we really know about who is returning for the animated series. As a prequel, we are excited to see some of the origin stories about the main characters. It might behoove you, dear readers, to revisit both Army of the Dead and Army of Thieves ahead of Lost Vegas. They are available on Netflix.

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The Top-Searched Free Horror/Action Movies on Tubi This Week

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The free streaming service Tubi is a great place to scroll when you’re unsure what to watch. They are not sponsored or affiliated with iHorror. Still, we really appreciate their library because it’s so robust and has many obscure horror movies so rare you can’t find them anywhere in the wild except, if you’re lucky, in a moist cardboard box at a yard sale. Other than Tubi, where else are you going to find Nightwish (1990), Spookies (1986), or The Power (1984)?

We take a look at the most searched horror titles on the platform this week, hopefully, to save you some time in your endeavor to find something free to watch on Tubi.

Interestingly at the top of the list is one of the most polarizing sequels ever made, the female-led Ghostbusters reboot from 2016. Perhaps viewers have seen the latest sequel Frozen Empire and are curious about this franchise anomaly. They will be happy to know it’s not as bad as some think and is genuinely funny in spots.

So take a look at the list below and tell us if you are interested in any of them this weekend.

1. Ghostbusters (2016)

Ghostbusters (2016)

An otherworldly invasion of New York City assembles a pair of proton-packed paranormal enthusiasts, a nuclear engineer and a subway worker for battle.An otherworldly invasion of New York City assembles a pair of proton-packed paranormal enthusiasts, a nuclear engineer and a subway worker for battle.

2. Rampage

When a group of animals becomes vicious after a genetic experiment goes awry, a primatologist must find an antidote to avert a global catastrophe.

3. The Conjuring The Devil Made Me Do It

Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren uncover an occult conspiracy as they help a defendant argue that a demon forced him to commit murder.

4. Terrifier 2

After being resurrected by a sinister entity, Art the Clown returns to Miles County, where his next victims, a teenage girl and her brother, await.

5. Don’t Breathe

A group of teens breaks into a blind man’s home, thinking they’ll get away with the perfect crime but get more than they bargained for once inside.

6. The Conjuring 2

In one of their most terrifying paranormal investigations, Lorraine and Ed Warren help a single mother of four in a house plagued by sinister spirits.

7. Child’s Play (1988)

A dying serial killer uses voodoo to transfer his soul into a Chucky doll which winds up in the hands of a boy who may be the doll’s next victim.

8. Jeepers Creepers 2

When their bus breaks down on a deserted road, a team of high school athletes discovers an opponent they cannot defeat and may not survive.

9. Jeepers Creepers

After making a horrific discovery in the basement of an old church, a pair of siblings find themselves the chosen prey of an indestructible force.

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Morticia & Wednesday Addams Join Monster High Skullector Series

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Believe it or not, Mattel’s Monster High doll brand has an immense following with both young and not-so-young collectors. 

In that same vein, the fan base for The Addams Family is also very large. Now, the two are collaborating to create a line of collectible dolls that celebrate both worlds and what they have created is a combination of fashion dolls and goth fantasy. Forget Barbie, these ladies know who they are.

The dolls are based on Morticia and Wednesday Addams from the 2019 Addams Family animated movie. 

As with any niche collectibles these aren’t cheap they bring with them a $90 price tag, but it’s an investment as a lot of these toys become more valuable over time. 

“There goes the neighborhood. Meet the Addams Family’s ghoulishly glamorous mother-daughter duo with a Monster High twist. Inspired by the animated movie and clad in spiderweb lace and skull prints, the Morticia and Wednesday Addams Skullector doll two-pack makes for a gift that’s so macabre, it’s downright pathological.”

If you want to pre-purchase this set check out The Monster High website.

Wednesday Addams Skullector doll
Wednesday Addams Skullector doll
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1994’s ‘The Crow’ Coming Back to Theaters for A New Special Engagement

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The Crow

Cinemark recently announced that they will be bringing The Crow back from the dead once again. This announcement comes just in time for the film’s 30th anniversary. Cinemark will be playing The Crow in select theaters on May 29th and 30th.

For those unaware, The Crow is a fantastic film based on the gritty graphic novel by James O’Barr. Widely considered one of the best films of the 90s, The Crow’s lifespan was cut short when Brandon Lee died of an accidental on set shooting.

The official synapsis of the film is as follows. “The modern-gothic original that entranced audiences and critics alike, The Crow tells the tale of a young musician brutally murdered alongside his beloved fiancée, only to be risen from the grave by a mysterious crow. Seeking revenge, he battles a criminal underground that must answer for its crimes. Adapted from the comic book saga of the same name, this action-packed thriller from director Alex Proyas (Dark City) features hypnotic style, dazzling visuals, and a soulful performance by the late Brandon Lee.”

The Crow

The timing of this release couldn’t be better. As a new generation of fans eagerly awaits the release of The Crow remake, they can now see the classic film in all of its glory. As much as we love Bill Skarsgard (IT), there is something timeless in Brandon Lee’s performance in the film.

This theatrical release is part of the Scream Greats series. This is a collaboration between Paramount Scares and Fangoria to bring audiences some of the best classic horror films. So far, they are doing a fantastic job.

That’s all the information we have at this time. Make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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