Author: Neil Vagg

Neil is the Editor-in-Chief at GYCO. He has a BA in Film & TV and an MA in Scriptwriting; he currently works 9-5 in an office and 5-9 as a reviewer. He has been reading comics for as long as he can remember and is never far away from any book which has the word Bat in the title.

Disney has unveiled the teaser trailer for its next magical adventure, Hexed. The film, which stars the voices of Hailee Steinfeld and Rashida Jones, is set to release in cinemas across the UK on November 27, 2026. The original animated film is Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 65th animated feature. The new trailer introduces the impulsive and unconventional teenage girl Billie (voiced by Hailee Steinfeld) and her cautious mother Alice (voiced by Rashida Jones). When Billie accidentally unleashes secret magical abilities, she’s hurtled out of suburbia and into a magical realm called Hexe, where she’s greeted by Ms. Quill (voiced by…

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Looks can be deceptive in Walter Hill’s mean and moody crime thriller Johnny Handsome – starring Mickey Rourke (Angel Heart) – making its worldwide UHD debut on August 17 as part of Studiocanal’s Cult Classics range, with a brand new 4K restoration, new extras, and a 12 page booklet, with striking new artwork by Thomas Hodge (aka The Dude Designs), and an O-card. The film is also released on Blu-ray and Digital. Based on the book by John Godey (author of The Taking of Pelham 123), the film tells the story of a rehabilitated criminal with a new identity who is drawn back into the world of crime, is directed with real…

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DC Comics has dropped a brand new teaser for its summer event, Batman: Bad Seeds, announcing that a special experience is coming later this week. Told across one long, dark night, the event kicks off in August and runs through to October 2026. Fans who tune in to the DC Official YouTube channel on June 17 from 14:00-17:00 PT (22:00-01:00 for us here in the UK) will be treated to a special Bad Seeds experience featuring announcements from all over Gotham. Every few minutes you will see new art and title reveals as part of the 10-week event, plus special…

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Ahead of this week’s release of Disney and Pixar’s highly anticipated Toy Story 5, The Walt Disney Company EMEA has unveiled a brand-new short film, “The Magic of Movies: Jessie Saves the Day”. The film is the latest in the company’s “The Magic of Movies” campaign: a longstanding initiative which brings the power of big-screen storytelling directly into hospitals that care for children, helping to provide comfort and joy to children who need it most.  To help reach even more children, the spot encourages fans to visit the Disney EMEA website, where they can nominate a hospital for the chance to…

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The world tour to promote Craig Gillespie’s Supergirl is now underway. The team from DC Studios was in Brazil over the weekend following kick off events in LA. With the tour underway we’re beginning to see interviews from the film’s junket arriving online. In one which has become particularly poignant with fans, Alcock discusses the cape which forms part of her soon-to-be legendary costume. Speaking with Raiders of the Lost Podcast the actor reveals that the costume designers found leftover fabric from the creation of Christopher Reeve’s costume. In a passing of the torch from 1978’s Superman to 2026’s Supergirl Alcock…

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Dark Horse Books introduces a new line of archival, oversized editions of iconic Marvel Comics stories, beginning with the influential origin arc for Wolverine, Marvel Black & White: Barry Windsor-Smith’s Weapon X. This first in a series of deluxe reprint collections emphasizes the artistry of the legendary creator Barry Windsor-Smith alongside historical commentary. This line of black-and-white editions will offer collectors, fans, and newcomers to these original stories an opportunity to see them in a whole new way.  Experience Barry Windsor-Smith’s revolutionary Weapon X storyline in this black-and-white edition, which showcases his acclaimed Wolverine artwork in stark, stunning line work that reveals the raw power…

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After a critically-acclaimed run in cinemas we finally know when Amazon MGM Studios’ blockbuster Project Hail Mary will be available to stream in the UK. Directed by Phil Lord & Christopher Miller, the film will come exclusively to MGM+ in the UK beginning June 18, 2026. In the film, based on the novel by Andy Weir, science teacher Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission: solve the riddle of the mysterious substance…

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Overnight the cast and crew of X-Men ’97 were at the Tribeca Festival to premiere the first episode of season 2 infant of a packed crowd of fans. Whilst we have to wait until July 1, 2026 for new episodes to debut on Disney+ we do have a new look at season 2 courtesy of a brand new trailer. The trailer recaps all of the major players who will be part of season 2, all of our favourites are there including Professor X, Jean Grey, Cyclops, Storm and Wolverine. They’re joined by Forge and Bishop who were major parts of…

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This week, Hasbro and Reigning Phoenix Music has announced The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert, a special live event taking place Thursday, July 23, at House of Blues San Diego during Comic-Con week. The concert is part of Hasbro’s “Apology Tour,” a playful, year-long campaign celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Transformers: The Movie and acknowledging the moment fans still haven’t quite recovered from. The event will feature music from The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition, performed live by Knights of Unicorn, along with along with a special performance of “The Touch” by Stan Bush, the…

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Black Bear has debuted the official trailer for Spa Weekend, a hilarious new comedy from writer/directors Jon Lucas and Scott Moore. The film comes to cinemas across the UK on August 21, 2026. The film follows three childhood best friends, Jane, Coco, and Sophie, as they embark on some much-needed pampering during a luxury girls’ getaway. But when their trainwreck friend, Mel, turns up, the relaxation quickly descends into chaos with hilarious consequences. Watch the brand new trailer in the player below: Written and directed by Jon Lucas & Scott Moore, Spa Weekend stars Leslie Mann, Isla Fisher, Michelle Buteau…

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