UPDATE: Mary Jane Cut from Amazing Spider-Man 2

Shailene Woodley's minor role in the upcoming Amazing Spider-Man 2 has reportedly been cut altogether. It'd be weird if MJ doesn't show up sometime, considering how important she is, but I guess she'll be joining us for the 3rd film. Her character was reportedly cut because of time constraints. On another note, this is going to be a long movie. Maybe close to 3 hours.

UPDATE: Aaron Taylor Johnson in talks to play Quicksilver

Aaron Taylor Johnson of Kick Ass  fame is in talks with Whedon to join the Avengers as Quicksilver. That's about all we know right now. 

UPDATE: RDJ Confirmed for Avengers 2 and 3

So the deal has been sealed. Robert Downey jr  has officially signed his name to return as Iron Man in the Avengers 2 and 3. 4 of the other actors (Renner, johansson, ruffalo, Evans) have confirmed they'll be back, and now the only wild card is Chris Hemsworth (Thor). God I cannot tell you how relieved I am right now. 

UPDATE: Doctor Who's Karen Gillan joins Guardians of the Galaxy

So this is mostly me fanboying, but if you've read my other posts here you know I love Doctor Who way too much. Karen Gillan played Amy Pond, the 11th Doctor's companion fir seasons 5, 6, and 7 part 1. She will be playing an unspecified villain.