Erik Swann
The Background: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he's been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.
What He's Into: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he's a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he's watching entertaining films and TV series.
What He's Excited About Right Now: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.
Latest articles by Erik Swann
Amid Marvel’s Legal Drama With X-Men ‘97 Creator, One Of The Series’ Directors Weighed In On The New Showrunner
By Erik Swann published
As Marvel Studios is entangled in drama with X-Men '97's creator, a director weighed in on the new showrunner.
Wait, Is Travis Kelce Doing An Upcoming Adam Sandler Movie In Addition To Rumored Loose Cannons Role?
By Erik Swann published
Travis Kelce has been linked to Loose Cannons, but is he also about to join a major Adam Sandler movie?
There's Some Horrifying Trolling Going On After The Acolyte's Cancellation: ‘Stay Away’
By Erik Swann published
Following the cancellation of Star Wars' The Acolyte, various users have taken to the web to troll the series.
‘Come Back As What?’: Robert Downey Jr. Explains His Decision To Return To The MCU As Doctor Doom
By Erik Swann published
Robert Downey Jr. shed some light on his decision to return to the Marvel Cinematic in the role of Doctor Doom.
Shaq Told A Story About Dennis Rodman Not Showering After Playing Basketball I Can Never Unhear
By Erik Swann published
Shaquille O'Neal told a story about Dennis Rodman allegedly not showering after playing in basketball games.
Fallout’s EP Just Compared Working On Season 2 To Batman Begins And The Dark Knight, As If I Needed To Be Any More Excited About New Episodes
By Erik Swann published
Fallout EP Jonathan Nolan compared his Season 2 work experience to Batman Begins and The Dark Knight.
I Am So Over-The-Top Excited About How Over-The-Top Excited Andor's Adria Arjona Is For Season 2
By Erik Swann published
Andor star Adria Arjona is super excited for the new season of the show, and that sheer elation has me hyped as well!
Marvel's Native American Hero Kahhori Is Getting Her Second Big Adventure After Exciting What If...? Debut, And I’m So Pumped
By Erik Swann published
Following her debut on Marvel's What If...?, Kahhori is returning for another adventure, and I'm so excited!
Nick Cannon Is Not Amused After Fans Create A Viral Post Tying His Many Children To Kamala Harris' Economic Plan
By Erik Swann published
Nick Cannon responded after a viral post linked the high-profile father of 12 to Kamala Harris' economic plan.
Boy Meets World Fans Show Love And Support After Danielle Fishel Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis
By Erik Swann published
After Danielle Fishel revealed that she'd been diagnosed with breast cancer, Boy Meets World fans shared support for her.
Michael Oher Finally Speaks Up About Tuohy Drama And The Lasting Impact The Blind Side Had On His Life And Personality: ‘I’m Still Working On It’
By Erik Swann published
Over a year after filing suit against the Tuohy family, Michael Oher is speaking out about The Blind Side and more.
Rumor Has It Attendees At Jennifer Lopez’s Bridgerton Party Thought Ben Affleck Might Show Up. They Weren't The Only One
By Erik Swann published
It's been rumored that the guests at Jennifer Lopez's Bridgerton party were surprised by Ben Affleck's absence.
‘He Can’t Go A Lot Of Places Without Causing A Ruckus’: Glen Powell On How Tom Cruise’s Now-Famous Twisters Premiere Appearance Came About
By Erik Swann published
Glen Powell opens up about how Tom Cruise's viral appearance at the Twisters premiere came to be.
Todd Phillips Responds After Seeing Deadpool And Wolverine’s Success And, Of Course Fans Have All The Joker 2 Comments
By Erik Swann published
Todd Phillips' shared a response after Deadpool & Wolverine notched a major record, and Joker 2 fans had thoughts as well.
I Was Already Pumped For Knives Out 3, But These Killer New Posts From Jeremy Renner and Rian Johnson Have Me Even More Excited
By Erik Swann published
Knives Out 3 has wrapped, and Jeremy Renner and Rian Johnson's posts have me even more pumped for the film!
I'm Still Thinking About Lee Jung-jae's Performance In Star Wars' The Acolyte, And I Need To Talk About It
By Erik Swann published
Following the conclusion of The Acolyte, I'm still thinking about Lee Jung-jae's performance and need to discuss it.
‘Cinema Is In A Very Bad Way’: Brian Cox Brings Up Deadpool And Wolverine While Sharing Thoughts On How Superhero Movies Are Hurting Hollywood
By Erik Swann published
Brian Cox uses Deadpool & Wolverine to illustrate his take on how superhero movies are having a negative impact on Hollywood.
Drake Bell Reveals Whether He’d Be Up For A Drake And Josh Reboot In The Aftermath Of Quiet On Set
By Erik Swann published
Following his appearance on Quiet on Set, Drake Bell discusses the notion of joining a Drake & Josh reboot.
Superman's David Corenswet Congratulated Stephen Nedoroscik On His Olympics Performance, And I'm Freaking Out As Much As Pommel Horse Guy
By Erik Swann published
Superman star David Corenswet shouted out Stephn Nedoroscik after his Olympics wins, and this is too great!
I'm Not Surprised Netflix Canceled Another Show, But At Least It Lasted More Than One Season
By Erik Swann published
Netflix unsurprisingly dropped the ax on yet another one of its originals, but this one, at least, ran for multiple seasons.
Matthew Perry's Assistant Created A Timeline Of His Last Days As Part Of Plea Agreement In Aftermath Of Friends Star's Death. What We Know
By Erik Swann published
After being charged in connection to Matthew Perry's death, his former assistant laid out the actor's final days.
Fallout's Makeup Team Sneakily Broke Jonathan Nolan's Biggest Rule For Adapting The Game, And Fans Discovered It Before The Writers Did
By Erik Swann published
Although Jonathan Nolan had a set rule for adapting Fallout, the crew managed to break it, and only fans noticed the final result.
A Young Sheldon Vet Just Teased Their Return In Georgie And Mandy's First Marriage, And We Think We Know When It's Happening
By Erik Swann published
A Young Sheldon star teased their return for Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, and it may tell us when they'll appear on the show.