The Kristian Harloff Show

A jaw-dropping Star Wars rumor is making waves across the fandom. Reports claim that Star Wars: Starfighter will feature a lightsaber duel partially shot and directed by Tom Cruise, and on today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we break down how this could actually happen, why Cruise may be involved behind the camera, and whether this bold creative choice makes sense for Lucasfilm's future. We also cover a packed slate of movie and streaming news. Disney has officially found the two leads for its live-action Tangled, sparking debate over casting choices and remake fatigue. DC fans get a major update as rumors swirl around Sebastian Stan's potential role in The Batman – Part II, and what it could mean for Matt Reeves' expanding Gotham universe. On the streaming side, Disney+ is reportedly rolling out a vertical video feed, raising questions about how platforms are adapting to short-form viewing habits. Meanwhile, Netflix users experienced minor outages that may be connected to the ongoing "Conformity Gate" situation. We also react to the explosive new trailer for The Wrecking Crew starring Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista. Topics Discussed: Star Wars: Starfighter lightsaber duel reportedly shot by Tom Cruise Live-action Tangled officially casts its two leads Sebastian Stan rumored for a role in The Batman – Part II Disney+ experimenting with vertical video feeds Netflix outages possibly linked to Conformity Gate The Wrecking Crew trailer with Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista Join Kristian Harloff and the crew for reactions, analysis, and unfiltered discussion on the biggest stories in movies, TV, and pop culture. #KristianHarloffShow #StarWars #StarWarsStarfighter #TomCruise #LightsaberDuel #Lucasfilm #Disney #Tangled #BatmanPartII #SebastianStan #DC #DisneyPlus #Netflix #TheWreckingCrew #JasonMomoa #DaveBautista #MovieNews #TVNews #PopCulture SPONSORS: RAYCON: Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/kristian to get 20% off sitewide. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring!

In this episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we dive deep into the wild "Conformity Gate" fan theory sweeping the Stranger Things fandom! Is Netflix secretly holding back one final episode for Season 5? Fans think the happy ending in "Chapter Eight: The Rightside Up" is all an illusion created by Vecna – forcing unnatural conformity on the characters, complete with creepy visual clues, plot holes, and ties to the show's themes. With speculation pointing to a surprise drop today (January 7, 2026), we break it all down!Plus:The final season of Stranger Things is crushing it on Netflix's all-time charts with over 105 million views already – and it's only been out a week! Sebastian Stan in talks to join The Batman: Part II alongside Robert Pattinson – what role could he be playing? Full cast reveal for the live-action Tomb Raider series on Prime Video, starring Sophie Turner as Lara Croft and Sigourney Weaver in a mysterious role. The Housemaid thriller is officially getting a sequel called The Housemaid's Secret, with Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried producing (and possibly returning?). What do you think about Conformity Gate – real or just wishful thinking? Drop your theories in the comments!#StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #ConformityGate #StrangerThingsTheory #Netflix #TheBatmanPartII #SebastianStan #TombRaider #TombRaiderSeries #SophieTurner #TheHousemaid #TheHousemaidsSecret #KristianHarloff #MovieNews #TVNews SPONSORS: RAYCON: Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/kristian to get 20% off sitewide. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring!

Is LucasFilm finally preparing to announce Kathleen Kennedy's replacement… or is something else going on behind the scenes? On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we break down the latest report suggesting Lucasfilm is setting up new co-presidents and what that could mean for the future of Star Wars, Disney, and the studio's leadership moving forward. We'll also be talking about the brand-new Avengers trailer dropping this morning and what impact it could have on Marvel's upcoming slate. Plus, Bond rumors continue to heat up as Callum Turner is reportedly emerging as a frontrunner for 007. We'll discuss whether he fits the role and what direction the franchise may be heading. In Middle-earth news, Ian McKellen confirms that Gandalf — along with Frodo — may be returning in upcoming Lord of the Rings projects. What does that mean for the future of Tolkien adaptations? And finally, James Wan has expressed interest in directing Avatar 4 — so we'll explore whether that pairing makes sense creatively and commercially. Join the conversation, share your thoughts in the comments, and don't forget to support the show! SPONSORS: RAYCON: Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/kristian to get 20% off sitewide. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring!

Is a secret 9th episode of Stranger Things Season 5 dropping on January 7th? We dive deep into the viral Conformity Gate fan theory that's blowing up everywhere – the idea that the "happy" finale was actually a Vecna-induced illusion, full of hidden Easter eggs like creepy hand poses, D&D book codes spelling lies, and forced "conformity" in the epilogue. Fans are convinced a real, darker ending is coming soon... but is it legit or just wishful thinking?Plus, more hot pop culture news:Avatar: Fire and Ash crosses $1 billion globally, while Zootopia 2 smashes records with massive hauls in China and overseas! Full breakdown of the 2026 Critics Choice Awards winners, including Best Picture for One Battle After Another, Timothée Chalamet taking Best Actor, and big sweeps in TV for shows like The Pitt and Adolescence. James Gunn shares his exciting vision for Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow as a space fantasy, plus thoughts on the Netflix-Warner Bros. deal. Rumor: Ahsoka's Eman Esfandi eyed for MJ's boyfriend in the next Spider-Man movie! Confirmed: House of the Dragon wraps up with Season 4 – showrunner Ryan Condal spills the details. What do you think about Conformity Gate – real twist or fan cope? Drop your theories in the comments!#StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #ConformityGate #SecretEpisode #Avatar #Zootopia2 #CriticsChoiceAwards #Supergirl #SpiderMan #HouseOfTheDragon #PopCulture #MovieNews #TVNews    SPONSORS: RAYCON: Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/kristian to get 20% off sitewide. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring!

Today on The Kristian Harloff Show, we're taking a look ahead at the biggest Comic Book Movie & TV Preview 2026: Avengers: Doomsday, Supergirl, And More. From Marvel to DC to some major streaming releases, there is a ton on the slate for next year, and we're breaking down what has fans most excited. We'll also cover several big headlines in the world of comic book entertainment and adaptations: • WONDER MAN – New stills take us inside the MCU's version of Hollywood, plus news that the Shang-Chi composer has boarded the upcoming Disney+ series. • Wonder Woman in the DCU – Vikings: Valhalla star Frida Gustavsson shares her interest in taking on the role, sparking fresh casting conversations. • Solo Leveling – Byeon Woo-seok's hunt to join Netflix's live-action Solo Leveling may be shorter than fans expected, and we break down what that could mean for the project. We'll also dive deeper into the Comic Book Movie & TV Preview 2026, including projects like Avengers: Doomsday, Supergirl, and more highly anticipated comic book movies and TV shows headed our way. Join the conversation, share your thoughts, and let us know which upcoming project you're most excited about. SPONSORS: RIDGE WALLET:  Take advantage of Ridge's Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% Off  by going to https://www.Ridge.com/KRISTIAN #Ridgepod