Star Wars Boss Exits, Lara Croft Revealed & Fallout Reviewed | MNP Ep. 369

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 369, where long-running franchises face reality checks and studios redraw the map.

NEWS

A major Star Wars boss departs after steering the franchise through its controversial reboot era. What does this actually mean for the future?

Matt Smith’s upcoming Star Wars movie is said to be taking inspiration from Stranger Things — tone shift or trend-chasing?

Daisy Ridley shares a fresh update on her long-delayed return to Star Wars, with the next Rey-led film still inching forward.

First look at Tomb Raider as Sophie Turner steps into the role of Lara Croft for Prime Video’s reboot series — expectations vs reality.

Netflix confirms it will remain the global streaming home for Sony movies, expanding the deal worldwide and tightening studio alliances.

TRAILERS

The Bluff — Prime Video drops a tense first trailer teasing mystery, power, and betrayal.

Avengers: Doomsday — Marvel reminds everyone December 18, 2026 is circled in red.

REVIEWS

Fallout – Season 2: does the show sustain its momentum or start to creak under franchise weight?

Star Trek: Academy – Season 1: bold new direction or a tonal misfire for Trek?

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