If you didn’t hear by now, there’s a new “Power Rangers” movie on the way, and it looks like it’ll be a darker, grittier reboot in line with “Hunger Games” and “Divergent.”

We’re sure all of Hollywood will be lining up to audition, because honestly, who wouldn’t want to add “Power Ranger” to their resume?

With that in mind, we decided to do the producers’ job for them and cast the movie ourselves, based on the original six Rangers.

Red Ranger (Jason) — Liam Hemsworth

The Red Ranger is essentially the most red-blooded (get it?), bro-y Power Ranger, and the de facto leader. He’s got the good looks, and he’s built like a rock. Sounds like a Hemsworth to us, and since Lionsgate, who’s producing the movie, already has a nice relationship with Liam from the “Hunger Games” movies, he seems like the best choice.

Green/White Ranger (Tommy) — Michael B. Jordan

Ok, the Green Ranger wasn't an original original Ranger, but he's easily the most popular, and we can't imagine he wouldn't be in the new movie. Jason David Frank is probably too old to reprise his role, so we need some fresh blood. Tommy, first and foremost, is just plain cool, a sarcastic bad boy with a wry smile and charm for miles. He also has to be the best dramatic actor of the bunch because of his character’s arc, and Jordan has clearly proven himself in that regard. Plus, look at the picture… he already looks great in ...

When Miley Cyrus gets obsessed with something, she doesn’t hold back. Whether it’s honking on Amazon Ashley’s boobs during her shows or overusing that star filter on her Instagram photos — when Miley’s in, she’s all in.

And for the past few days she has been all about Lil Jon and DJ Snake’s hit single “Turn Down For What.” Need proof? OKKKAAAAYYYYY.

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Lana Del Rey goes all sad L.A. screen queen in her new video for “West Coast,” off of her upcoming sophomore record, Ultraviolence.

A continuation of a clip that heralded the release of the single, the mostly black-and-white video features Lana swaying on a beach with a long-haired paramour; languidly lying on the shoulder of a shades-sporting older man in a convertible (perhaps that Humbert Humbert “my old man” from “Off to the Races”?); and, finally, engulfed in flames and a livid red dress, her form superimposed on a highway full of palm trees.

It’s like if David Lynch and Francesca Lia Block got together and dropped acid with a movie camera. Check it below:

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Somewhere out there, there’s a handful of lucky women in bed with One Direction.

Well, sort of.

For an all-too-brief moment, you could bring the British boy band into the bedroom with FDA-approved One Erection: Up All Night rubbers sold on ripnroll.com. But after the band’s management reportedly threatened to sue the company, they’re no longer available on the site — which means the majority of the world will never ever sleep with Harry Styles.

“There is only one direction to go with these babies and that is UP! Great ice breaker at parties and bars,” read a description for the condoms, which fans could buy in bulk at the price of $300 for 1,000.

While the guys reportedly found the whole thing rather hilarious, their management didn’t. In fact, according to The Daily Mail, they found it grounds for a lawsuit, saying the company was “shamefully exploiting” the group and “cashing in on their sex-symbol status.”

1D’s reps had not responded to MTV News’ request for comment by press time on Wednesday (May 7).

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I’m guessing that you don’t need anyone to save you, but it’s nice to know someone has your back, right? What about four someones — a.k.a. the dudes from 5 Seconds Of Summer?

The boys recently put out a flashy, comic book-themed lyric video for “Don’t Stop” in which the band — kitted out like superheroes — save a mysterious red-headed girl.

Well, get this fans: That girl? She’s you.

“She was inspired by the fanbase that the guys have,” director Sophia Ray told MTV News. “We wanted her to signify all of their fans — all the people that they’re serving through this anti-bullying campaign.”

The video ties into the anti-bullying effort the guys launched in support of Ashton Irwin’s sister.

“We thought it was quite a nice, positive touch going down the superhero route,” Ray said, adding that the band picked their own superhero names and powers.

“Calum said he wanted to be ‘CalPal’ because everyone loves Calum and thinks he’s really outgoing and he can sort of charm anyone,” she said.

Luke became Dr. Fluke after doing a science experiment to make the perfect hair gel, which “bonded with his mind and showed him the path to righteousness and how good conquers evil,” Ray said.

Mike morphed into Mike-Ro-Wave when his love of pizza led him to consume a radioactive slice heated in a microwave that Dr. Fluke had tinkered with. “It also aided his video-gaming skills,” Ray added.

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There are a million ways to die in the west. Don’t believe us? Consult the red-band trailer for “A Million Ways to Die in the West.”

If it wasn’t clear before, it should be clear now: this extraordinarily unsafe for work trailer emphasizes the gory, gratuitous ways people are going to die in Seth MacFarlane’s latest directorial effort. Ice blocks to the head, explosive cameras, a good old fashioned gunshot from Liam Neeson — if you can think of it, it’ll kill you, at least in MacFarlane’s world.

Set in the Wild West, MacFarlane’s “Million Ways” stars the “Family Guy” and “Ted” mastermind as Albert, a sheep farmer with a sharp wit and a weak shot. Seriously, he can’t even shoot a glass bottle off a fence from point-blank range.

It’s unfortunate, too, because Albert is about to face the great outlaw Clinch (Neeson) in battle. What chance does Albert have if he can barely hold a pistol, let alone last a second against a legendary gunslinger like Clinch? Luckily, Clinch’s estranged wife, Anna (Charlize Theron), is around to give Albert some pointers — even though Albert has a few, ah, “pointers” of his own to provide Clinch.

In addition to MacFarlane, Theron and Neeson, “A Million Ways to Die in the West” features an all-star lineup including Giovanni Ribisi, Amanda Seyfried, Neil Patrick Harris and Sarah Silverman. It hits theaters on May 30.

What do you think of the “Million Ways to Die in the West” red-band trailer?

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Charlize Theron is hosting “Saturday Night Live” this weekend, May 10, and has now undergone that first rite of emcee passage: her promo segments are here.

Theron joined cast member Taran Killam to hype her big night out with musical guests The Black Keys. Watch her record a new voicemail message for Killam (we bet he really can bench a lot), teach a master class in a little something she calls “model face” and possibly get murdered by Aidy Bryant.

Theron’s new movie, “A Million Ways To Die In the West,” hits theaters May 30.

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Katy Perry is about to make a lot of KatyCats’ dreams come true with the launch of her Prismatic World Tour.

But first, the Make-A-Wish foundation helped 5-year-old stage IV cancer patient Addy’s fantasy come to life by making her a pop star for a day in a video where she gets to sing Perry’s “Roar.”

Set hearts to melt.

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Katy Perry Is Stoked For Her Prismatic World Tour
Katy Perry is so excited about her Prismatic World Tour, which starts Wednesday (May 7) in Belfast, that she tweeted a poem hinting at the spectacle to come and ended it with an order: "NOW GO TO SLEEP (I'm yelling at both of us)."

She's Just Being Miley… Again
Miley Cyrus squashed any drug overdose rumors and killed it onstage last night in London for her first concert back on her Bangerz tour since getting out of the hospital.

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Rapper Rich Homie Quan is in an Atlanta hospital after suffering two sudden seizures back-to-back while shooting a music video for his song, "Walk Thru." According to the rapper's reps, Homie fainted due to heat exhaustion. Feel better, boo!

Lana Del Rey’s 'West Coast' Video Is Coming
Lana Del Rey's "West Coast" music video drops today. Keep your young and beautiful eyes open.

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Soon, the Power Rangers will be go, go, going again, and this time, it’ll be on the big screen.

Lionsgate is partnering with Saban Brands (which produces the “Power Rangers” show) to create a brand new “Power Rangers” movie. Here’s the proper reaction to the news.

While it’s not clear exactly whether the movie will be aimed purely at kids, like the original 1995 film “Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers: The Movie,” or at an older audience, Haim Saban, head of Saban Brands, did mention a couple interesting comparison movies during the announcement.

“They [Lionsgate] have the vision, marketing prowess and incredible track record in launching breakthrough hits from ‘The Hunger Games’ to ‘Twilight’ and ‘Divergent,’” Saban said. “In partnership with the Lionsgate team, we’re confident that we will capture the world of the Power Rangers and translate it into a unique and memorable motion picture phenomenon with a legacy all its own.”

By the sound of it, Saban and Lionsgate seem to be trying to market the new “Power Rangers” as the next big franchise along the lines of “Hunger Games,” with perhaps the darker, grittier feel that’s made those Young Adult films so successful. Plus, you might not just be getting one more “Rangers” movie: you might be getting a whole slew of them.

No word as to release date or cast, but here’s hoping they find some room Alpha 5, Zordon, Bulk and Skull, and of course, for Jason David Frank. Green Ranger forever!

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