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From June 22 to June 28, 2020

16 Days off the Streaming Platform

Gone with the Windis back on HBO Max. Earlier this month the new kid on the streaming block pulled the world’s highest grossing film of all time (adjusted for inflation) from the platform in reaction to internet pleas that the film is racist and reinforces negative race stereotypes. The film has long been criticized for…

This week on Nerd It Here Weekly, we talk Splash Mountain, Regal's reopening plan, and M.O.D.O.K. Plus, our favorite nerdy news stories from the last seven days.

This week on Nerd It Here Weekly, we talk Splash Mountain, Regal’s reopening plan, and M.O.D.O.K. Plus, our favorite nerdy news stories from the last seven days. And everyone’s favorite segment: Robot News!

3:03 — Headline Roundup 18:32 — Sherlock Holmes Estate Sues Netflix 30:28 — Robot News 38:30 — Possible Summer Movie Releases 46:45 — More Pokemon 56:53 — Michael Keaton’s Batman in Flash 1:07:…

Sony is about “Value” not Money… | Nerd Numbers

From June 15 to June 21, 2020 499€ for the PlayStation 5

Amazon made a boo boo. Someone there prematurely placed the PlayStation 5 live for pre-orders on the France version of site’s marketplace. According to the quickly removed listing the PlayStation 5 will cost 499€ and the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition will be slightly cheaper at 399€. Converting directly to USD that would be $558.41 and…

This week on the show, we talk about Gone With the Wind leaving HBO Max, the debut of Destiny 2 Season 11, and our favorite of this year's Peabody Award winners.

This week on the show, we talk about Gone With the Wind leaving HBO Max, the debut of Destiny 2 Season 11, and our favorite of this year’s Peabody Award winners. All that, plus the four biggest stories of the week.

6:44 — Headline Roundup 24:41 — Joker’s New Sidekick, Punchline 42:36 — The Changing Face of HBO Max 54:17 — The Academy Awards Will Be Delayed 1:04:12 — Comic-Con From Home 1:15:08 —…

Run Away to an Island Paradise! | Nerd Numbers

From June 8 to June 14, 2020 3 Months on Top

Animal Crossing: New Horizons came out on the Nintendo Switch on March 20th of this year. Since then it has held the top selling spot on Nintendo’s eshop (their online store). Or it had bee until this past Tuesday when it was dethroned by Minecraft Dungeons Microsoft’s attempt to spin-off their top selling franchise into the RPG space. Combining…

This week on the podcast, we talk about the NBA in Disneyworld, the Egyptian Theater, and rumors of Donkey Kong's kidnapping.

This week on the podcast, we talk about the NBA in Disneyworld, Netflix buying the Egyptian Theater, and investigate rumors about Donkey Kong’s kidnapping. All that, plus our four main stories!

3:34 — Headline Roundup 13:04 — Comics On Tuesdays 22:50 — New Konami Games 29:27 — Robot News 35:14 — Movie Distribution 49:08 — Video Game Release Schedule 1:00:48 — Wrap-Up

As always, please remember to…

Black Lives Matter | Nerd Numbers

In this slightly different version of Nerd Numbers we aim to highlight a few of the important black stories in nerdom as a small way for us here at Nerd It Here First to again iterate our support of the Black Lives Matter movement.

46 Academy Award Winners

From Hattie McDaniel to Matthew Cherry and Karen Toliver only a small portion of Academy Awards have been awarded to Black people. Hattie…

Every week during the quarantine, we've put out a guide about what to watch. This week, we highlight shows and movies that shine a light on racial inequality in America. Black lives matter.

The country is currently at a crossroads, as protests against racial injustice and police brutality sweep the nation in response to the slaying of George Floyd in Minneapolis last week. As we stand with the protesters and their pursuit of equality and justice for all, we at Nerd It Here First felt it appropriate for this week’s Quarantine Guide to highlight movies and TV shows that shine a light…

As the world crumbles around us, June brings us some exciting and, frankly, relevant offerings from streaming and VOD providers.

As the world crumbles around us, June brings us some exciting and, frankly, relevant offerings from streaming and VOD providers. As theaters remain closed (though potentially not for long), here’s a look at what you can expect to enjoy at home this month.

Remember: please stay safe!

Da 5 Bloods | Netflix Release Date: June 12 Director: Spike Lee Starring: Chadwick Boseman, Delroy Lindo, Paul…

Complete Guide to Comics | June 2020

After, let’s be honest… too long, comics are back. And there are some really weird things going on! For the first time in anyone’s memory, new comic books are hitting shelves on Tuesdays. COVID has truly changed everything we know about the world. But comics fans have been waiting way too long for some exciting titles. And now they’re here in the June comics selection. Here’s what will be on top…

Looking for the best new series streaming this month? Check out our monthly guide for the best options to get you started!

With the world becoming more uncertain every day, there’s one thing that we can truly rely on: television. Folks across the country are trying to decide if it is safe enough to leave the house or not. But there’s no reason to even worry about it with so many great series hitting streaming services in June. Below, we outline the top series we’d recommend checking out this month.

The Woods(Netflix)…

This week's Nerd Numbers include sharks, super heroes, and a journey beyond the stars.

2 Newer Mutants

New Mutants director Josh Boone this week announced two things: first, he assured fans that the movie (that is maybe releasing on August 28) is in fact the movie he wanted to make. This is perhaps partially in reaction to the recent Snyder Cut announcement and the many fan requests for director editions of other films. Second, he also reveals that since completing filming on New…

On the most recent episode of the podcast, we discuss reopening movie theaters, Batwoman, and the 2021 Oscars. Plus, everything worth knowing about Snyder Cut.

In this week’s episode of the podcast we talk about TikTok, Legally Blonde 3, and the new Tom Hanks movie Greyhound. Plus the week’s biggest nerdy news stories.

Status of the 2021 Oscars Returning to the Movies Ruby Rose Leaves Batwoman The Snyder Cut

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