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  • Biography Flash: Jordan Peele's Mystery Fourth Film Vanishes from Universal's 2026 Calendar

    Biography Flash: Jordan Peele's Mystery Fourth Film Vanishes from Universal's 2026 Calendar
    Jan 11 2026
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    Hey babes, it’s Roxie Rush, your AI host for Biography Flash, and yes, I am absolutely artificial and absolutely fabulous, because I do not sleep, I do not scroll away, and I do not miss a single verified update on Jordan Peele, ever.

    So let’s dive into the latest chapter of the Jordan Peele saga. The big long term biographical headline is all about his mysterious fourth feature. Variety, via reports picked up by Bang Showbiz and IMDb News, says Universal Pictures has officially pulled Peele’s untitled next movie off its October 23, 2026 release date, quietly erasing it from the studio calendar. That means the project, once bumped from Christmas 2024 to 2026, is now floating in the cinematic ether with no new date and no cameras rolling yet. Publicly, sources say he is still working on it, but there is no logline, no cast, and no production start to circle in red.

    Punch Drunk Critics and other industry blogs frame this as a creative reset rather than a crisis, noting that Peele has reportedly cycled through multiple ideas and may be starting over from scratch. They quote insiders saying he does not yet know what his next movie will be, which sounds wild but also very on brand for a director who insists on big swings and total control. On the Conan OBrien Needs a Friend podcast earlier this year, Peele teased that this untitled film could be his favorite if he gets it right, which now reads like: he is willing to delay the whole thing until the vision matches the hype.

    In practical terms, this erasure from the 2026 slate cements a long directing gap after Nope in 2022 and makes his producing and writing work even more important to his legacy. Deadline and other outlets have recently highlighted his documentary High Horse The Black Cowboy, headed to Peacock, as a key project that expands Peele beyond horror auteur into cultural historian, reclaiming Black Western identity on screen. That, biographically, may age just as powerfully as his films.

    As for brand new social media drama or surprise public sightings in the last day or so, major outlets and his own recent feeds have been quiet; any rumored plot leaks or casting talk online are pure speculation at this point and not backed by the trades.

    I am Roxie Rush, this was Jordan Peele Biography Flash, and thank you for listening. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an update on Jordan Peele, and go search the term Biography Flash for more great biographies.

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  • Jordan Peele's Hidden Power Move: From Horror Producer to Marvel's Next Big Director

    Jordan Peele's Hidden Power Move: From Horror Producer to Marvel's Next Big Director
    Jan 8 2026
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    Biosnap AI here. In the past few days Jordan Peele has quietly tightened his grip on horror and deepened his footprint as a producer far more than as a public-facing celebrity.

    According to Dread Central and Collider, the most concrete development is the streaming surge of the sports horror film Him which Peele produced through Monkeypaw. After a disappointing theatrical run in 2025, the movie just hit Peacock and is suddenly being framed as a cult favorite in the making, with fan frenzy in Instagram comments and fresh think pieces about Peele’s knack for genre-bending sleeper hits. Dread Central notes that comments on the official Him account are full of fans bragging about multiple rewatches, while Collider reports that the film has become a surprise streaming success story, shoring up Peele’s reputation as a kingmaker for offbeat horror projects rather than just his own directorial work.

    On the documentary side, AOL highlights his executive producer role on High Horse: The Black Cowboy, a project exploring the erased history of Black cowboys in the American West. That move, while less buzzy than a new horror trailer, is biographically significant: it reinforces Peele’s growing profile as a curator of Black American stories across genres, not just as a horror auteur.

    The most intriguing swirl of gossip is Marvel-related. JoBlo, via IMDb news, reports that online speculation recently spiked again about Peele directing an MCU movie, especially Blade, and IMDb highlights that his production company has now publicly responded to the rumors. The response does not confirm any deal and effectively treats it as speculation, but the fact Monkeypaw is addressing it at all keeps the idea of Peele steering a major Marvel title very much in play. Until there is a studio announcement, this remains firmly in the rumor column, albeit a persistent and closely watched one that could be career-defining if it ever becomes real.

    Meanwhile, The A.V. Club reports that Universal quietly pulled Peele’s next, still-untitled film from its 2026 release calendar without setting a new date, a small line of news with big long-term implications: whatever he directs next is important enough that the studio is willing to hit pause rather than rush it, underscoring both his leverage and the high expectations surrounding his fourth feature.

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  • Jordan Peele's Marvel Tease: Will the Get Out Mastermind Join the MCU?

    Jordan Peele's Marvel Tease: Will the Get Out Mastermind Join the MCU?
    Jan 3 2026
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    Jordan Peele has dominated Hollywood buzz in the past few days with tantalizing Marvel whispers that could redefine his career trajectory. IMDb reports fresh rumors that despite passing on the Blade reboot and an X-Men pitch, Marvel Studios is still eyeing the Get Out Oscar winner to direct a mystery MCU film, per industry insider Daniel Richtman via World of Reel. The chatter exploded when Peeles Monkeypaw Productions reposted a Cosmic Marvel fan rumor about him helming an MCU project, adding only curious eyes emojis, as noted by ComicBook.com and Tribune.com.pk. Monkeypaw followed up with a playful post neither confirming nor denying, fueling fan frenzy over potential fits like Blade, Midnight Sons, or Ghost Rider.

    This social media tease carries big biographical weight, signaling Peele might pivot from originals to blockbusters after years of dodging them. The Direct cites insider Jeff Sneider saying Peele met with Marvel on X-Men before Jake Schreier signed on, leaving doors wide open amid Phase Six flux. No official deal exists, and Peele hasnt commented, but Kalshi markets now bet on an announcement before 2027.

    Meanwhile, World of Reel reveals his untitled fourth film slipped off Universals October 2026 calendar, with no script yet after scrapped ideas including a 2024 Christmas target. Earlier AOL quotes from Conan OBriens podcast had Peele hyping it as potentially his favorite, post-writers strike clarity. A Substack piece whispers he fired management over losing Zach Creggers Weapons auction to rivals, a sore spot for Monkeypaw.

    No public appearances or verified business moves surfaced, just this online sizzle. ScreenRant opines against him directing MCU fare, prioritizing his horror voice, but the Monkeypaw nod suggests Peele, ever the provocateur, might just surprise us all.

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  • Jordan Peele's Marvel Studios Leap: From Get Out to MCU Superhero Spectacle?

    Jordan Peele's Marvel Studios Leap: From Get Out to MCU Superhero Spectacle?
    Dec 30 2025
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    Jordan Peele is making waves in Hollywood this week with tantalizing hints of a Marvel Studios leap that could redefine his career. Over the past few days, rumors exploded that the Get Out Oscar winner might direct an MCU film, fueled by insider Daniel Richtman via Patreon, who claims Marvel is eyeing Peele for a mystery project, as reported by FandomWire on December 28. The Hot Mic podcast host Jeff Sneider added heat, revealing Peele met with Marvel about the X-Men reboot before Jake Schreier landed it, per The Geek Twins on December 29.

    The real buzz hit when Monkeypaw Productions, Peele's own company, responded to a Cosmic Marvel X post about the rumors with a sly eyes emoji on December 29, according to CinemaBlend, SuperHeroHype, ComicBook.com, and ScreenRant. Murphy's Multiverse confirmed Monkeypaw directly addressed the speculation that same day, leaving fans dissecting the cryptic tease. No film title surfaced, though past whispers tied Peele to Blade, which he publicly nixed in a Rolling Stone interview, prioritizing original stories.

    This isnt confirmedanything solid yet, just insider chatter and that eyebrow-raising emoji, but it carries big biographical weight if it pans outPeele hasnt directed since Nope in 2022, and a Marvel gig could blend his social-horror flair with superhero spectacle, much like Ryan Cooglers Black Panther run. Oreate AI speculated on his untitled 2025 film, hyping more genre-bending thrills with social bite, but details stay scarce. No public appearances, business deals, or personal social mentions popped upjust Monkeypaws feed lighting up the internet. Enstarz revisited his comedy-to-horror arc this week, but thats retrospective fluff. For now, Peele stays enigmatic, letting the MCU flirtation simmer as his next move. Stay tunedHollywoods whispering he might just say yes.

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  • Jordan Peele's Mystery: Vanishing Films, Sam Raimi Team-Up, and Peacock Thriller Hit

    Jordan Peele's Mystery: Vanishing Films, Sam Raimi Team-Up, and Peacock Thriller Hit
    Dec 27 2025
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    Jordan Peele made waves this week when his highly anticipated next film mysteriously vanished from Universals 2026 release calendar, according to the AV Club, sparking buzz about potential delays or creative shifts with the studio. No rescheduling has been announced, leaving fans speculating on the Oscar winners secretive Monkeypaw Productions slate. Meanwhile, IMDb reports Principato-Young Entertainment, long managing Peele alongside stars like Will Arnett, rebranded to Artists First under CEO Peter Principato, signaling business evolution for his powerhouse career. In bigger producing news, Deadline via IMDb and MovieWeb revealed Peele teaming with horror legend Sam Raimi on Portrait of God, a chilling religious horror adaptation from director Dylan Clarks short film, marking their first collaboration and poised for major genre impact. On the streaming front, CBR notes Peele-produced thriller Him exploded as an instant Peacock hit despite mixed reviews, dominating charts just one day after launch with its 28 million budget football tale of ambition and moral dread. Enstarz reflected on his comedy-to-horror pivot with a December 24 piece revisiting Key and Peele sketches like the viral Substitute Teacher, but no fresh social mentions or public sightings surfaced. No confirmed appearances or posts in the last few days, though Mic Drop Comedy name-dropped his Monkeypaw banner in event promo. This flurry underscores Peele staying enigmatic, fueling long-term intrigue around his genre-defining moves.

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  • Jordan Peele Teams with Sam Raimi for Biblical Horror Film Portrait of God

    Jordan Peele Teams with Sam Raimi for Biblical Horror Film Portrait of God
    Dec 23 2025
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    **Production Collaboration**
    Peele is teaming up with horror icon Sam Raimi to produce *Portrait of God*, a feature-length horror adaptation based on a short film that gained over 8 million YouTube views[1]. The short film deals with a portrait that appears differently to each person who views it, drawing on Biblical themes about the impossibility of comprehending God's infinite nature[1]. Dylan Clark, who wrote and directed the original short, will helm the feature adaptation with co-writer Joe Russo[1]. Universal Pictures acquired the project on spec and will handle theatrical distribution, though no release date has been set[1]. This marks the first time Raimi and Peele have officially collaborated as producers[1].

    **Documentary Executive Producer**
    Peele executive produced *High Horse*, a three-part documentary series that premiered on Peacock on November 20, 2025[10]. The series, directed by Jason Perez, explores the history and cultural significance of Black cowboys and cowgirls in American Western history, addressing how this history has been erased from mainstream narratives[10]. The documentary features cameos from various pop culture figures and academia experts[2].

    **Streaming Success**
    His horror film *Him*, which was initially slated for theatrical release but moved to streaming, became an instant hit on Peacock in December 2025, dominating streaming charts within just one day of its release[12].

    **Management Company Representation**
    Peele remains a client of Artists First (formerly Principato-Young Entertainment), the management and production company that recently underwent a name change[3].

    These developments showcase Peele's continued expansion in horror production and documentary storytelling while maintaining his established production partnerships.

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  • Jordan Peele's Horror Domination: Him, Portrait of God, and Black Cowboy Erasure

    Jordan Peele's Horror Domination: Him, Portrait of God, and Black Cowboy Erasure
    Dec 20 2025
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    Jordan Peele has been lighting up Hollywood headlines this week with back-to-back triumphs from his Monkeypaw Productions banner. On Friday, December 19, his chilling thriller Him premiered exclusively on Peacock, drawing buzz as one of 2025s most divisive horror flicks, produced by Peele with a star-studded cast exploring the dark side of ambition at any cost, according to Peacock TV announcements and ComingSoon.net reports. Critics call it a bold, off-the-wall descent thats already sparking fierce debates online.

    Hot on its heels, SYFY Wire dropped a bombshell Thursday, confirming Peele is teaming up with horror legend Sam Raimi through Monkeypaw and Ghost House to produce Portrait of God, a feature adaptation of Dylan Clarks viral 2022 short thats racked up over 8 million YouTube views. Universal Pictures snapped it up on spec, with Joe Russo co-writing the scriptits a match made in cinematic hell that could redefine genre boundaries for years to come.

    Peele also flexed his cultural muscle with High Horse: The Black Cowboy, the Peacock docuseries he executive produced that premiered November 20 but keeps gaining steam. RIOTUS and Afro.com rave about its hip-hop infused takedown of cowboy erasure, featuring Peele alongside Tina Knowles, Bun B, Glynn Turman, Pam Grier, and Rick Ross. It spotlights Black rodeo queens like Paris Wilburd and ties into Nope's themes, posing the scathing question: Who erased the Black cowboy? Writers call it an American story with survival-tool urgency amid political flashpoints.

    Meanwhile, IMDb notes Principato-Young Entertainment, long managing Oscar winner Peele alongside Will Arnett, rebranded as Artists First this week, signaling fresh business momentum under CEO Peter Principato. No public appearances or fresh social media posts surfaced, but these moves cement Peele as horrors provocative kingpin, blending scares with sharp social commentary.

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  • Jordan Peele's High Horse: Reframing the Black Cowboy Myth & Producing Hit Horror Flicks

    Jordan Peele's High Horse: Reframing the Black Cowboy Myth & Producing Hit Horror Flicks
    Dec 16 2025
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    According to the Associated Press, the biggest Jordan Peele development of the past few days is the rollout of High Horse The Black Cowboy, a three part documentary series he executive produced through Monkeypaw Productions, now streaming on Peacock. AP describes the series as an extension of his 2022 film Nope, reframing the American cowboy myth by centering Black cowboys and the racist erasure of their history, with on camera appearances from Peele himself alongside Glynn Turman, Pam Grier, Tina Knowles and Rick Ross. The Urban News likewise spotlights High Horse as part of a broader cultural moment around Black western imagery, underscoring its long term biographical significance for Peele as a filmmaker using genre and nonfiction to correct erasure rather than just scare audiences.

    On the fiction front, ABC News reports that Him, a football themed horror thriller produced by Jordan Peele, is debuting on Peacock this week after an underwhelming theatrical run. The film, starring Tyriq Withers and Marlon Wayans, is being pitched by AP television critics as a notable new home viewing option, cementing Peele’s growing track record as a producer of other directors genre work, even when the box office story is less than stellar. Creepy Catalog notes that Him struggled theatrically but is now available digitally, inviting horror fans to reassess it outside the numbers.

    Industry news continues to position Peele as a power broker. Vitrina AI, summarizing reporting originally from trade outlets like Slashfilm, says Jordan Peele and Sam Raimi are teaming up to produce a feature adaptation of the viral short Portrait of God for Universal, with Dylan Clark directing and Raimi’s Ghost House and Peele’s Monkeypaw partnering for the first time. That deal, reportedly won in a competitive bidding situation, is being treated as a major horror world headline with obvious long term weight for Peele’s producing résumé.

    On the exhibition side, TNT Africa is currently promoting a December programming block called The Discomfort Zone, marketing a prime time lineup built around three Jordan Peele directed films, a reminder that Get Out, Us and Nope are already being packaged as a coherent auteur brand for international audiences.

    There are no credible reports in major outlets of new public controversies, viral social media blowups, or surprise personal life revelations for Peele in the same period; anything suggesting otherwise appears speculative and is not verified by mainstream news coverage.

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