James Barber

James Barber is the former entertainment editor for Military.com. He has a background in the music, radio and film industries and goes behind the scenes to bring the military and veteran audience entertainment news they care about.

Latest Articles

Arnold Schwarzenegger Is 'FUBAR' in Upcoming Spy Series

An aging CIA agent gets pulled back in for one more mission.

Sean Connery James Bond iDiamonds Are Forever

James Bond Novels Scrubbed of 'Offensive Content' by Author's Estate

Ian Fleming's books displayed some racist attitudes that were never included in the movie series.

Marine Scout Sniper Veteran Gets 'Naked and Afraid'

Justin Governale stripped down and headed to the jungle to compete on the Discovery Channel reality show.

'Freedom Is a Fight': Marine Vet (and His Dog) Get Set for a Final Showdown

John Wick is set to take on the head of the High Table in the latest chapter of the John Wick saga.

'Olympus Has Fallen' Star Will Play CIA Pilot in New Military Thriller

Aaron Eckhart will do his own stunts for the movie "Midair."

Of Course, the Sequel to the Military Thriller Movie 'Plane' Is Called 'Ship'

How do you follow up a military thriller about a downed jetliner? You head to the ocean.

Coast Guard Gulf of Mexico Rescue to Be Chronicled in Survival Thriller Movie

"Shazam! Fury of the Gods" star Zachary Levi is set to star in "Not Without Hope."

Army Ranger & NFL Player Alejandro Villanueva Is Now a ‘Call of Duty’ Star

Former West Point football star, Army Ranger and current Pittsburgh Steeler Alejandro Villanueva got a chance to play a...

VA Partners With Microsoft to Help Injured Vets With Xbox Adaptive Controller

The new device will allow veterans with limited mobility to play Xbox games, reconnecting them to a pastime that is often a...

"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare," the 2019 version (Activision)

'Call of Duty' Will Reboot Modern Warfare for 2019

“Call of Duty” will bring back “Modern Warfare” for 2019 with a October 25th launch for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.

The Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 "Night Raid" theme was designed by "Terminal Lance" creator Max Uriarte. (Activision)

Support Vets Job Training by Purchasing 'Call of Duty' Jump Pack, PS4 Theme

The PS4 theme was created by "Terminal Lance" comic creator Max Uriarte.

‘Brothers in Arms’ to Adapt Secret Missions of WWII

The first season will tell the story of the classified mission Exercise Tiger, a rehearsal for the D-Day invasion that was a...

Commemorate VE Day with a Virtual World of Warships Parade

May 8th marks the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, a World War II milestone that should rank in our collective...

Tankfest 2020 Moves Online and Will Stream for Free This Weekend

Enjoy the tanks and make your own eggs instead of going out for brunch on Sunday. It's safer and more fun.

Sgt. Slaughter Leads Slate of WWE Superstars Honored by World of Tanks SummerSlam!

WWE legends Sgt. Slaughter, Andre the Giant, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, The Undertaker and Becky Lynch have inspired new...

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