2026’s Pop-Culture Wildcards: My Bold (and Probably Right) Predictions
From cinematic comebacks to industry meltdowns, here are the bold predictions for the pop-culture blow-ups of 2026. Get ahead of the trends before they explode — or collapse.
Star Wars Revealed - Shadows of the Empire
DC Uncovered - The Peacemaker
Forbes, Variety, and The Hollywood Reporter all confirm what Warner Bros. Discovery told shareholders: Superman (2025) is a major financial and audience success. Here’s how the film delivered over $100M in profits, reset DC’s momentum, and shut down the “Superman flopped” narrative once and for all.
Nintendo is officially expanding its movie slate with a steady release cadence, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and a live-action Legend of Zelda. Here’s why the Nintendo Cinematic Universe is becoming a real powerhouse and what franchises could hit the big screen next.
Darkseid is back and DC’s All In era explodes with DC K.O. #1! Scott Snyder delivers a wild, over-the-top tournament featuring 32 heroes and villains battling for the title of “King Omega.” It’s chaotic, gorgeous, and pure DC energy. Here’s why this issue kicks off the event in epic fashion.
Explore a bold ranking of the top comic book movie directors, comparing critic scores, box office, and fan impact. Find out why Zack Snyder lands at the bottom while James Gunn climbs ahead — and why Christopher Nolan may be overrated.
Peacemaker Season 2 becomes the first DC series on Max to enter Nielsen’s Top 10, signaling huge momentum for James Gunn’s DCU and a strong future for DC Studios.
From cinematic comebacks to industry meltdowns, here are the bold predictions for the pop-culture blow-ups of 2026. Get ahead of the trends before they explode — or collapse.
Discover how James Gunn’s Superman (2025) pulled in more than $100 million in profit through box office share, digital sales, Max streaming, merchandising, brand partnerships, product placement, licensing deals, and more. A full breakdown of every revenue stream that made the Man of Steel a financial win for DC Studios and Warner Bros. Discovery.