Author Details
Molly Freeman is writer and editor based in Brooklyn, NY. A graduate of Ithaca College’s Journalism program, Molly originally planned to be a music journalist before moving into entertainment journalism after spending so much downtime watching movies and TV during her formative years. Beyond that, Molly spends her free time reading romance novels, baking and taking care of her plants.
Industry Focus
Molly is the Superheroes Lead at Screen Rant and one of Screen Rant’s Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer-approved movie and TV critics. She’s been writing for Screen Rant since 2014, having worked on the news, features and reviews teams. Previously, she’s written entertainment news for Bustle and had personal essays published on HelloGiggles and Femsplain.
Favorite Media
Molly's favorite Marvel movie of all time is Captain America: The Winter Soldier, though Black Panther, Spider-Man: Homecoming and Thor: Ragnarok are close behind (and she's still waiting on a live-action Squirrel Girl). Her favorite DC movie is, unashamedly, Batman & Robin—or, less ashamedly, The Batman.
Marvel's Fantastic Four Casting Begins As Sue & Johnny Storm Frontrunners Are Reportedly Revealed
Marvel Studios reportedly finds its Sue Storm and Johnny Storm for the MCU with Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn eyed to join the Fantastic Four movie.
Disney's Newest Bucky Snub Continues The MCU's Crimes Against The Winter Soldier
In Disney and Marvel's latest expansion of the MCU Captain America mythos, Steve Rogers' friendship with Bucky Barnes is short-changed.
"I Love You Guys" - Why Groot Could Speak English At The End Of Guardians of the Galaxy 3
Vin Diesel's Groot finally speaks English at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, breaking his MCU trend after 4 releases. Here's why...
Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Post-Credits Scenes Explained: The MCU's Cosmic Future Revealed
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 includes two end-credits scenes setting the stage for the MCU's cosmic future. We break down what they mean.
Loki Season 2 Trailer: Marvel's Disney+ Hit Returns With A Bigger Story & 200% More Tom Hiddleston
Loki season 2 trailer is here, featuring the return of Tom Hiddleston as Loki, Owen Wilson as Mobius, a new Kang variant, and 2 new MCU characters.
Spider-Man Beyond the Spider-Verse Removed From Sony Release Date Calendar
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is removed from Sony's release slate; the studio is considering multiple dates depending on the Hollywood strikes.
Sony/Marvel Movie Release Dates Changed: Venom 3 Added, 1 Delay & 1 Removal
Sony makes some big changes to their upcoming Marvel movie release slate, adding Venom 3, delaying another film and removing another.
Phase 5 Continued The MCU's Bucky Insult, 9 Years After The Winter Soldier
Secret Invasion continues to insult the character of Bucky Barnes, still calling him the Winter Soldier even after his journey in the MCU.
Aquaman 2's Release Date Under Threat Amid Strikes - Will Other Marvel & DC Movies Follow?
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom faces a potential delay as studios refuse to return to negotiations with writers and actors on new, fair contracts.
1 Fox Marvel Cameo That Seems Incredibly Likely For Deadpool 3 But Hasn't Been Rumored
With Deadpool 3 bringing back old Fox Marvel characters, there's one particular cameo that seems likely despite not having been rumored recently.
Marvel Responds To Actors Strike Shutting Down MCU Movies, Feige Hopes Agreement Is Reached Soon
Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige and co-president Louis D'Esposito respond to the actor union SAG-AFTRA going on strike, hoping a deal is reached soon.
Marvel's Most Blood-Thirsty Show Made Death Mean Nothing
In four episodes, Secret Invasion has featured a number of major character deaths, but an early twist in episode 4 makes them meaningless.
Anthony Mackie Addresses Jonathan Majors' Arrest, Is First MCU Actor To Comment
Following Jonathan Majors' arrest earlier this year, Anthony Mackie comments on the situation surrounding the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Kang actor.
Spider-Man 4 In 2025? Spider-Verse Release Date Announcement Sparks Speculation
Sony sets new release dates for November 2024 and June 2025, prompting speculation the MCU's Spider-Man 4 could be planned for the later date.
Is The Flash Henry Cavill’s Final Superman Appearance In The DC Movies?
Henry Cavill briefly appears twice in The Flash movie as Superman, but with James Gunn set to recast the role, is this his last DC movie appearance?
The Flash Post-Credits Explained: First DC Universe Actor Confirmed?
The Flash movie has a post-credits scene setting up an upcoming movie in the DC Extended Universe franchise. We break down what it means.
The Flash Review: DC's Middling Multiverse Movie Can't Outrun The Ezra Miller Factor
The Flash is a passable multiverse superhero movie, but no amount of DC cameos can make audiences forget the awful off-screen actions of Ezra Miller.
LEGO Releases Giant Captain America's Shield Set, 3000 Pieces & Two-Thirds As Big As The Real Thing
A new LEGO set for Captain America's shield is revealed, utilizing over 3,000 pieces to assemble an 18.5 inch replica of Steve Rogers' shield.
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Credits Tease Explained & Beyond The Spider-Verse Setup
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse has a post-credits tease setting up the third movie in the franchise. We break down what it means.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Review - One Of The Best Sequels Of All Time
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is phenomenal from start to finish, raising the stakes, emotion and heart with beautiful artistic animation.