Cillian Murphy will star in Oppenheimer, the next project from Christopher Nolan. The movie is set to premiere on July 21, 2023.

Deadline reports Murphy will play scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer, who is known as the father of the atomic bomb. The actor is no stranger to working with Nolan, previously appearing in The Dark Knight Trilogy as Scarecrow, as well as Inception and a cameo in Dunkirk. Murphy was previously rumored to have a major role in the movie.

The movie marks Nolan's first time working with Universal. After he was publicly critical of Warner Bros.' decision to release movies on HBO Max at the same time as theaters, it seems he was ready to take his work elsewhere. The director also called HBO Max, "the worst streaming service."

Nolan is apparently targeting a $100 million budget for Oppenheimer, which he considers "smaller-scale" compared to his other films. When searching for a new partner, Nolan also reportedly demanded "total creative control, 20 percent of first-dollar gross, and a blackout period from which the studio wherein the company would not release another movie three weeks before or three weeks after his release.”

Tenet, Nolan's last film, underperformed at the box office, partially due to it releasing around the same time as a massive movie theater shutdown across the United States.

The Oppenheimer biopic will mark Nolan's return to World War 2 filmmaking, which he previously explored in 2017's Dunkirk. We called the movie 'amazing', saying, "Dunkirk doesn’t dwell on the horror of war but instead successfully conveys the sheer terror of it all through both small, human acts and deafening scenes of conflict."

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Rosamund Pike makes her entrance as Moiraine in a new clip from Amazon's Wheel of Time series released at its New York Comic Con panel — and what an entrance it is.

Showrunner Rafe Judkins also announced at the panel three new cast members for Season 2: Ceara Coveney (Dad, The Amazing World of Emma) will join as a series regular, portraying fan-favorite character Elayne Trakand. Natasha O’Keeffe (Peaky Blinders, Misfits) and Meera Syal (The Kumars at No. 42, Broadchurch) will also join the show in Season 2, but their roles have not yet been revealed.

The new clip takes sets the timeline early in Robert Jordan's first Wheel of Time book, The Eye of the World, as Warder Lan Mandragoran (Daniel Henney) introduces Moiraine, a member of the Aes Sedai, an all-female organization who can channel the One Power to weld incredible magic. It also shows Rand al'Thor (Josha Stradowski), Perrin Aybara (Marcus Rutherford), and Egwene al'Vere (Madeleine Madden) as they look on in awe.

The series will follow these five characters, in addition to Nynaeve al'Meara (Zoë Robins) and Mat Cauthon (Barney Harris), as they embark on a world-spanning journey to save humanity.

Other cast members include Johann Myers as the peddler Padan Fain, Hammed Animashaun as the ogier Loial, Alvaro Morte as Logain the False Dragon, and Alexandre Willaume as the gleeman Thom Merrilin.

Wheel of Time will premiere on Amazon Prime on Nov. 19, debuting with three episodes initially before dropping one new episode every Friday after that. It was renewed for a second season earlier this year, with both seasons consisting of eight episodes each.

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If you were to buy an RTX 30 series video card today, you'd still be paying way, way over MSRP. However, buying a pre-built RTX 30 series equipped gaming PC is another story; you might actually find one at a good discount. There are some new price drops today from Dell, HP, and Best Buy. The RTX 3060 video card is very well priced and offers enough power for most people. The RTX 3080 video card is for those of you who want to push 4K at 60fps or higher, or 1440p at 240fps or higher. Both options are on sale today.

Apple Watch Series 7 up for Preorder

The Apple Watch Series 7 goes up for preorder today. The biggest upgrade the Series 7 has over the Series 6 is the display. It has the same always-on Retina display, but it's 20% bigger and features a more crack-resistant front crystal screen. You can take an ECG anytime and measure your blood oxygen on the go. There's no price markup compared to the Series 6, so unless you're on a budget and opt for the Apple Watch SE, this is the watch to get right now.

New Release: Metroid Dread for Switch

Metroid is out today and Walmart is offering a free Metroid themed mug if you buy the game from them. It's full price everywhere else without any freebies, so this is the best "deal" out there right now. Check out the Metroid Dread review we just published; it is an amazing game that belongs in everyone's Switch library.

Alienware Aurora R12 RTX 3060 PC for $1299 (Upgrade to the RTX 3070 for $1599.99)

Select "RTX 3070" upgrade during the customization step

This is the best price right now for an Alienware RTX 30 series equipped gaming PC. The RTX 3060 is no slouch; its performance is superior to the RTX 2060 SUPER and almost matches the RTX 2070 SUPER in some games. It will easily handle all of your games at up to 1440p, and even 4K if your game isn't too demanding. It's paired with the latest 11th generation Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM. There's only a 256GB SSD installed, but it's a very simple task to add in your own second SSD or hard drive, and you won't void your warranty.

There's an option to upgrade to the RTX 3070 for an additional $300. The RTX 3070 is a substantial step up from the RTX 3060. It's a bit more powerful that even the previous generation's champ, the RTX 2080 SUPER.

Alienware Aurora R12 RTX 3080 PC for $2199.99

Do you need a rig that can run Battlefield 2042 in 4K? If you've been on the lookout for the extremely elusive RTX 3080 video card for your (up to 4K) gaming needs, then check out this ready-to-go prebuilt Alienware Aurora gaming PC from Dell. This PC comes equipped with an 11th gen Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of memory, 512GB SSD, and a separate 1TB hard drive for storage. The RTX 3080 is way more powerful than the previous generation's best video card, the RTX 2080 Ti, and is the best recommended video card for 4K gaming. The RTX 3080 is the card I'm currently using for the BF2042 open beta, and I can run the game at 4K resolution and over 60fps consistently at medium to high settings.

ASUS ROG RTX 3080 Gaming Desktop PC

It's back in stock! One of the least expensive pre-built RTX 3080 equipped gaming PCs on the market is back in stock today at Best Buy. The price is quite a surprise because ASUS ROG gaming PCs are generally considered to be well built with quality components and a slick gaming aeshetic. This particular model is equipped with an unlocked 11th generation Intel Core i7-11700KF processor, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and a 2TB HDD for extra storage.

ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 3060 Gaming PC

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This is the lowest price we've found anywhere right now for an RTX 3060 equipped gaming PC. The RTX 3060 is no slouch; its performance is superior to the RTX 2060 SUPER and almost matches the RTX 2070 SUPER in some games. You couldn't even find an RTX 2060 SUPER PC for under $1,000 at the moment. It's paired with an AMD Ryzen 7 processor, a generous 16GB of memory, and both SSD and hard drive storage.

HP OMEN 30L RTX 3080 Gaming PC

This is a solid price for an HP OMEN gaming PC equipped with a water-cooled 11th generation Intel Core i7 unlocked processor and a fully 4K-capable RTX 3080 video card. There's only 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD equipped, but you have the option to upgrade these components on the site or swap them out yourself if you want.

New Xbox Series X Stereo Headset

The newest official Xbox Series S|X headset has been discounted by 20% off at a marketplace vendor at Walmart. The Xbox Series S|X headset is Microsoft's answer to the deservedly popular Sony Pulse 3D wireless headset. It pairs with the Xbox Series S and X consoles without requiring a dongle. You'll also be able to use it with your other Bluetooth-enabled mobile devices. Other features include Dolby Atmos and DTS: Headphone X support, generous 15-hour battery life, and super comfortable plushy earcups. There's only a limited number in stock right now.

Xbox Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller

The Xbox Elite Series 2 wireless controller is the most precise and customizable Xbox controller on the market. This professional-grade controller features adjustable tension thumbsticks, shorter hair trigger locks, wraparound textured grips, interchangeable thumbsticks and paddle shapes, custom profiles saved on your controller itself, and included USB Type C cable with charging dock. It boasts up to 40 hours of battery life and is compatible with the Xbox Series S|X, Xbox One, and PC.

Watch an Amazon Prime Video, Get $5 Amazon Credit

Amazon Prime members can watch any Prime video, even a free one, and get $5 in Amazon credit deposited into your account. Technically you can treat this deal as YMMV (your mileage may vary) but many, many people have been able to get in on this deal.

Apple AirPods Pro Noise-Cancelling Earbuds

If you regret not picking the Airpods Pro up on Amazon Prime Day, here's your chance to get it today at an even lower price. The AirPods Pro is considered one of the best noise-cancelling in-ear headphones you can get, especially for under $200. The noise cancellation is considered to be even better than the Bose Quietcomfort because of the natural noise isolating design of the in-ear earbuds. If isolation and sound quality are of utmost important to you, then it's worth the $80 upgrade over the vanilla AirPods 2.

2021 LG C1 65" 4K OLED TV Price Drop

Today the newest LG 65" 4K OLED TV has dropped to the lowest price we've ever seen. The LG C1 OLED TV improves upon last year's highly-rated CX model with an upgraded A9 Gen 4 processor that delivers slightly better image quality, better 4K scaling, and improved audio handling as well as a new webOS smart TV redesign. The C1 OLED TV also looks good when paired to a gaming PC with an RTX 30 series video card because it has HDMI 2.1 inputs that support 4K at 120Hz and G-SYNC. It's easily one of the best (if not the best) TVs on the market right now.

New 2021 Hisense 60" 4K TV for $350, 70" for $550

If you've been looking for a new 2021 60" or 70" 4K TV at an outstanding price, you can't get much cheaper than this. The new Hisense A8G has been discounted big time; the 60" model is only $399.99 (down from $550) and the 70" model is $549.99 (down from $850) at Best Buy. Don't be fooled by the bargain price; the A6G offers solid 4K HDR image quality and an excellent Android Smart TV interface.

$39.99 Nintendo Switch Games (Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Pokemon Snap, Zelda: Skyward Sword HD)

None of these games have ever dropped to $39.99 this year. Super Smash Bros is the fighting game on the Switch with a 74-character roster, 103 levels, and up to 8-player mayhem. In Pokemon Snap, instead of capturing pokemon, you're taking pictures of them. It's a fantastic game that's every bit as fun as the Pokemon Sword and Shield games before it, albeit with different game mechanics. Zelda: Skyward Sword is a great HD remake of the 2011 Wii original. Monster Hunter Rise is the newest Monster Hunter game; it came out in March of this year and is the closest thing you'll get to Monster Hunter World for the Switch console.

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Amazon Prime Video has revealed the release date and first trailer for Season 6 of The Expanse, which will make its debut on Friday, December 10, 2021.

Here's how Amazon describes the upcoming Season 6 of The Expanse: "The sixth and final season of The Expanse picks up with the solar system at war, as Marco Inaros and his Free Navy continue to launch devastating asteroid attacks on Earth and Mars. As the tensions of war and shared loss threaten to pull the crew of the Rocinante apart, Chrisjen Avasarala makes a bold move and sends former Martian Marine Bobbie Draper on a secret mission that could turn the tide of the conflict. Meanwhile, in the Belt, Drummer and what’s left of her family are on the run after betraying Marco. And on a distant planet beyond the Rings, a new power begins to rise."

You can watch the new trailer for Season 6 of The Expanse in the video below or at the top of the page:

The streamer unveiled the new trailer during The Expanse New York Comic Con panel. Series regulars Steven Strait, Dominique Tipper, Wes Chatham, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Cara Gee, Frankie Adams, Keon Alexander, Nadine Nicole, and Jasai Chase Owens return for what should be an epic final season on Amazon.

The upcoming season will likely follow the events of Book 6 of The Expanse saga from author James S.A. Corey (aka Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck), titled "Babylon's Ashes." At the time of writing, there are currently eight published novels, with the ninth and final book — "Leviathan Falls" — set to release on November 16, 2021.

With three more books in the series to adapt, there's still more story to tell, but Alcon's deal with Amazon is over after this sixth and final season. According to executive producer and showrunner Naren Shankar in an interview with EW, more seasons of The Expanse could be on the way.

“You know, honestly, that would be more of a question for our studio, for Alcon, Shankar told EW. “They control the property, but what I will say is that there's definitely more to tell and I'm sure Ty and Daniel would say exactly the same thing. But yeah, that's probably about as much as I can say at this point.”

What did you think of the trailer? Let us know in the comments, and be sure to check out Season 6 of The Expanse when it premieres on December 10, 2021, on Amazon Prime Video.

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