An Arnold Schwarzenegger '90s Flop Bought Ad Space On The Space Shuttle's Exterior
In 1993 Columbia Pictures tried to plaster Arnold Schwarzenegger’s *Last Action Hero* on a NASA shuttle as a paid advertisement, tying the stunt to the film’s meta‑premise of crossing worlds. The plan was announced alongside a $20 million Burger King tie‑in and a $36 million amusement‑park ride, but NASA postponed the launch and ultimately canceled it, leaving the sweepstakes winner without a button to press. The aborted space ad became a symbol of the film’s over‑hyped marketing and its box‑office shortfall, which saw the movie earn about $50 million against an $80 million break‑even target. The episode is now cited as a cautionary tale about extravagant promotional gambits in Hollywood.
'The Punisher: One Last Kill' Has My Attention
Marvel is releasing a one‑off special titled "The Punisher: One Last Kill" on Disney+ on May 12, 2026. The film brings Jon Bernthal back as Frank Castle and even credits him as a writer, promising a deeper psychological look at...
Marvel Boss Explains Robert Downey Jr's MCU Return: "We Can Do Whatever the Heck We Want"
Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige confirmed that Robert Downey Jr. will return to the MCU as the iconic villain Doctor Doom, headlining the upcoming Avengers installments *Doomsday* and *Secret Wars*. The casting leverages Downey’s recent Oscar‑season buzz from *Oppenheimer* and the studio’s...
Here Comes Cannes
From May 14‑25, 2026, the Cannes Film Festival will host a two‑week showcase of the year’s most anticipated films. The iconic Riviera event, now in its 78th edition, will feature a parade of red‑carpet premieres and industry screenings. Unlike previous years,...
Affection Director BT Meza Explains Why Horror Movie’s Big Twist Happens Early
Director BT Meza sat down with ComingSoon to promote his debut horror feature "Affection," now playing in select theaters. The film follows Ellie, who suffers a memory‑reset condition, and reveals its major twist just 40 minutes in, allowing the story...
Steven Spielberg's Favorite Tom Hardy Performance Is Also The Actor's Most Underrated
Director Steven Spielberg revealed his favorite Tom Hardy performance is the actor’s turn as Jewish gangster Alfie Solomons in the TV series “Peaky Blinders.” Hardy’s portrayal—marked by a distinctive voice, intense eyes, and physical swagger—has earned praise for stealing scenes opposite...
Netflix's New Crime Thriller Does Revenge Better Than 'Reacher' -- and Denzel
Netflix’s limited series "Man on Fire" has quickly become a breakout hit, logging 11 million views in its first four days. The adaptation shifts the story from the 2004 film’s Mexico City backdrop to Brazil, using Rio’s favelas and urban landscapes...
Gundam Hathaway Sequel Review: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe Might Be the Best Gundam Movie in Years
Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe arrives five years after its predecessor, continuing the saga of Hathaway Noa as he fully embraces his Mafty rebel identity. Directed by Shukou Murase and produced by Sunrise, the sequel deepens political...
Here Is Everything Coming to and Leaving Plex in May 2026
Plex is bolstering its free, ad‑supported catalog in May 2026 with more than 80 new titles, ranging from indie darlings like *First Cow* and *Tangerine* to mainstream hits such as *Past Lives* and *Hereditary*. The platform continues its A24‑style curation,...
Devil Wears Prada 2 Propelled to Top of US Box Office for Second Weekend with Help of Mother’s Day
The Devil Wears Prada 2 reclaimed the No. 1 spot at the U.S. box office for its second weekend, pulling in $14.9 million on Saturday and on track for a $41 million weekend. The sequel’s domestic total is nearing $141 million after two weeks, outpacing...
Project Hail Mary Author Andy Weir's Favorite Scenes From The Movie Make So Much Sense
Project Hail Mary’s theatrical run has become a box‑office phenomenon, out‑grossing other sci‑fi releases and posting multi‑million‑dollar weeks in the United States. Author Andy Weir visited the set, approved the adaptation, and used the production to insert a secret subplot...
Ryan Reynolds’ Beloved Show & More Hulu Releases This Week
Hulu’s May 11‑17 slate rolls out a mix of new seasons, specials, and full‑series drops, highlighted by the two‑episode debut of Welcome to Wrexham Season 5 on May 14. The platform also launches Lisa Ann Walter’s first stand‑up special, It Was An Accident,...
Vijay-Starrer Jana Nayagan Expected to Release in Two Weeks: Producer Venkat K Narayan
Tamil star Vijay’s film Jana Nayagan is set to release in about two weeks, producer Venkat K Narayana confirmed. The movie is undergoing final certification with the CBFC after a recent illegal leak that led to arrests. Directed by H...
New Jason Momoa Adventure Show & More HBO Max Releases This Week
HBO Max’s weekly slate for May 11‑17 adds 13 new series and films, highlighted by the debut of Jason Momoa’s adventure docuseries "On The Roam" Season 2 on May 14. The six‑episode series follows Momoa as he honors the people and passions that...
First Trailer for 'Nostalgia for the Future' Doc Examining Chris Marker
Belgian visual artist Brecht Debackere has released the first trailer for his documentary "Nostalgia for the Future," set to debut in the Cannes Classics section of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. The film, narrated in English by Charlotte Rampling, delves...
New Yellowstone Series & More Paramount+ Releases This Week
Paramount+ is expanding the Yellowstone franchise with Dutton Ranch, a nine‑episode sequel premiering May 15 that follows Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler as they relocate to a Texas ranch. The platform also revives Tyler Perry’s Zatima for Season 4B on May 12,...
Bruce Willis Played A Zombie-Killing Villain In This Wonderfully Gory 2007 Horror Movie
Robert Rodriguez’s 2007 zombie thriller *Planet Terror* debuted as the A‑feature of the double‑bill *Grindhouse*, paired with Quentin Tarantino’s *Death Proof*. The experiment recreated 1970s exploitation cinema with fake scratches, missing reels and over‑the‑top gore, but the $67 million project earned...
Why Meryl Streep Demanded Double Pay of $5M for The Devil Wears Prada, but Settled for $12.5M for Part 2
Meryl Streep revealed she asked for double her $5 million fee on the 2006 hit *The Devil Wears Prada*, underscoring her bargaining power at a career crossroads. For the long‑awaited sequel, she accepted a fixed $12.5 million salary, matching co‑stars Anne Hathaway...
You Can Get the First Mortal Kombat Movie for Free, but You'll Have to Use Bing
Warner Bros. and Microsoft have teamed up to give away the 2021 Mortal Kombat film for free as part of a Microsoft Rewards promotion tied to the upcoming Mortal Kombat 2 theatrical release. Participants must complete a five‑step punch‑card—including watching the new trailer,...
Alan Cumming Says He "Never" Wants to Host the BAFTAs Again
Alan Cumming announced he will never host the BAFTAs again after the 2024 ceremony turned into a controversy. A pre‑recorded segment featuring John Davidson’s Tourette‑related swearing was edited, but a slur uttered by Michael B. Jordan remained, prompting BAFTA to pull...
Ameesha Patel Confirms Gadar 3, Calls Out Young Actresses for ‘Fake PR Machinery’
Actress Ameesha Patel used X to announce that Gadar 3 is officially in development and will aim for a minimum box‑office haul of about 500 crore rupees (≈ $60 million). In the same thread she lambasted several younger female stars for relying on “fake...
Haunted – Echoes Of The Past Lands in Legal Storm Ahead of June 12 Release; Public Notice Cautions Industry Against...
A public notice from CA Bharati Manoj Daga, the Resolution Professional of Hare Krishna Media Tech Pvt. Ltd., warns the Indian film trade not to release, stream, or monetize the horror film *Haunted – Echoes Of The Past* slated for...
Downton Abbey Star Confirmed for Period Heist Movie Based on "Outrageous" True Story
Dominic West, known for his role in Downton Abbey, has joined the cast of the upcoming period‑heist film The Man Who Stole Portugal. The movie dramatizes the 1920s fraud of Alves Reis, who forged a contract to print Portuguese banknotes,...
Kevin Hart’s Unique Netflix Special Streams Live Today
Netflix will stream Kevin Hart's "The Roast of Kevin Hart" live today at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET from the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. The event is hosted by comedian Shane Gillis and is a centerpiece of the Netflix Is a...
‘The Secret Agent’ Sweeps 13th Premios Platino While Netflix’s Ambitious Argentine Series ‘The Eternaut’ Dominates TV Prizes
The 13th Premios Platino ceremony in Riviera Maya saw Brazil’s crime drama “The Secret Agent” sweep six top honors, including Best Feature, Director, Screenplay and Lead Actor. Netflix’s Argentine series “The Eternaut” dominated the television side, capturing seven awards such...
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The Devil Wears Prada 2 Helps Stabilize Theater Traffic – Placer.ai Blog
The release of *The Devil Wears Prada 2* on May 1, 2026 helped halt a slide in theater foot traffic that had been driven by tough year‑over‑year comparisons to April 2025’s blockbuster slate. April 2026 visits were down YoY after a strong March 2026 that benefited...
EXCLUSIVE: Anupria Goenka Opens up on Her IIZ: Indian Institute Of Zombies Role: “Many Times, a Sexy Woman Becomes Eye...
Anupria Goenka discusses her role as Professor Braganza in the upcoming zombie comedy IIZ, slated for a May 15 release after a rapid three‑month shoot. She emphasizes playing an intelligent, sexy lead who empowers students, a rarity in Bollywood. The...
David Cronenberg’s The Fly at 40: A Love Letter to the Rot
David Cronenberg’s 1986 remake of *The Fly* turns a 1950s B‑movie premise into a visceral meditation on the body as identity. Jeff Goldblum’s meticulous physical performance, paired with Oscar‑winning practical makeup, makes the transformation feel painfully real. The film’s horror...
Television Academy Endorses Post-Production Tax Credit Bill as Assemblyman Nick Schultz Rallies Support in Burbank: ‘We Should Have Done This...
The Television Academy has officially endorsed Assemblyman Nick Schultz’s AB 2319, a bill that would create a 35%‑50% tax credit for post‑production work done in California, even when the principal shoot occurs elsewhere. The legislation aims to reverse a loss of...
Where to Watch ‘Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft’: Is the Concert Movie Streaming?
Billie Eilish’s third concert film, “Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D),” debuts on May 8, 2026 as a theatrical‑only event. Co‑directed by the pop star and James Cameron, the 3D feature showcases her Manchester shows from the 2025...
Nicolas Winding Refn Claims ‘Neon Demon’ Inspired NEON’s Name, Says Founder Has Been “Very Instrumental In My Life”
Director Nicolas Winding Refn told IndieWire that his 2016 film *The Neon Demon* inspired the name of indie studio NEON Rated. He praised co‑founder Tom Quinn for bringing the *Pusher* trilogy and *Only God Forgives* to the U.S. and called...
Mortal Kombat 3 Teased by Director: ‘It Never Really Stops’
Warner Bros. Pictures confirmed that a third Mortal Kombat film is moving forward after the theatrical run of Mortal Kombat II. Director Simon McQuoid told Entertainment Weekly that the sequel will draw from the franchise’s deep roster, noting the creative well never...
Terrifier 4 Update Reveals New Holiday Setting for Horror Movie Sequel
Terrifier 4’s latest Instagram update confirms the sequel will unfold on New Year’s Eve, extending the franchise’s holiday‑themed tradition. Director Damien Leone says the script is nearly finished and pre‑production is slated for spring, though no release date has been...
For Her First Documentary, 'Our Land,' Argentina's Lucrecia Martel Chases Down a Murder
Renowned Argentine director Lucrecia Martel debuts her first feature documentary, “Our Land,” chronicling the 2009 murder of Indigenous activist Javier Chocobar in Tucumán. The film juxtaposes courtroom testimony with sweeping aerial footage to expose a violent land‑grab that pits a centuries‑old community against...
Kurt Russell Shares Disappointing Update on Long-Awaited Netflix Sequel
Kurt Russell confirmed Netflix has no immediate plans for a third "Christmas Chronicles" film, citing the platform’s algorithmic focus on audience expansion. Both the 2018 original and 2020 sequel earned roughly 66% Rotten Tomatoes approval and consistently spiked in December...
‘Reacher’ Star Alan Ritchson Swaps Fists for Heart in This Underrated Streaming Favorite
The drama *Ordinary Angels*, starring Alan Ritchson and Hilary Swank, has entered a new audience phase as it streams on Peacock. Set against the 1994 North American cold wave, the film follows a Kentucky hairdresser who aids a widowed father battling...
Charlize Theron's Only Western Was Completely Rejected By Critics (And Audiences)
Seth MacFarlane’s 2014 western spoof *A Million Ways to Die in the West* was a commercial and critical disaster, earning a 0% Rotten Tomatoes score and disappointing box‑office returns. The film featured Charlize Theron as Anna Barnes‑Leatherwood, a performance widely...
Prime Video's Forgotten 8-Part Sci-Fi Series Is One of Its Best Hidden Gems
Prime Video’s 2022 eight‑episode series Night Sky has slipped under the radar despite featuring acclaimed veterans Sissy Spacek and J.K. Simmons. The show follows a retired couple in rural Illinois who conceal a hidden teleportation chamber that leads to a...
‘Mortal Kombat II’ and ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Duel for No. 1 at Summer Box Office
For the first time since February, the summer box office faces a head‑to‑head battle between Warner Bros.’ "Mortal Kombat II" and 20th Century’s "The Devil Wears Prada 2." The fighting‑game sequel led Friday with a $17 million opening, while the...
Chris Pratt’s $468M Batman Movie Is Leaving Netflix
The 2014 animated feature The LEGO Movie, starring Chris Pratt and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, will be removed from Netflix on June 1, 2026. The film was produced on a $60 million budget and generated $470.7 million worldwide, earning a 96%...
The Legal Fallout From Warner Bros. Shoving Its Pandemic Movies Onto Streaming Is Still Shaking Out
Warner Bros. adopted a pandemic‑era strategy of releasing its 2021 blockbusters, including *Tenet* and *The Matrix Resurrections*, simultaneously in theaters and on HBO Max. The move sparked a lawsuit from longtime financier Village Roadshow, which argued the streaming window cannibalized...
Scavengers Reign Is Leaving Netflix at the End of May 2026
Scavengers Reign, the 12‑episode animated sci‑fi series from creators Joe Bennett and Charles Huettner, will leave Netflix at the end of May 2026. The show, lauded for its Moebius‑inspired visual design and immersive alien ecosystem on the planet Vesta, has...
Doctor Strange Director’s $132M Hit & More Netflix Releases This Week
Scott Derrickson’s horror sequel Black Phone 2 debuted on Netflix this week, pulling in $132 million worldwide against a modest $30 million budget and earning strong reviews. The film joins a packed May 11‑17 slate that spans new TV series, documentaries, an animated feature...
Nicolas Cage's Underseen 2002 War Movie Was Directed By A Living Action Legend
John Woo’s 2002 WWII drama *Windtalkers* starred Nicolas Cage and cost $115 million, but earned only $78 million worldwide after a delayed release and studio‑mandated cuts. The film’s original vision was trimmed by 20 minutes, leading to a mixed critical reception despite Woo’s...
Vijay Deverakonda Undergoes Intense Horse-Riding Training for Ranabaali; Makers Unveil Special Birthday Glimpse
Bollywood’s upcoming historical action drama *Ranabaali* released a special birthday video featuring Vijay Deverakonda’s intense horse‑riding training for his warrior role. The glimpse, timed with the actor’s birthday, underscores his physical transformation and the film’s ambitious scale. Co‑starring Rashmika Mandanna,...
Masters of the Universe Begins India Promotions with Giant He-Man and Skeletor Statues at Comic-Con Mumbai
The live‑action *Masters of the Universe* film kicked off its India promotion at Comic‑Con Mumbai, unveiling 9‑ft He‑Man and Skeletor statues and an interactive sword‑wielding booth. Thousands of fans flocked to the exhibit, generating viral social‑media buzz. The activation builds...
‘Aditya Dhar Is Going to Temples’: Arjun Rampal Still Pinching Himself over Dhurandhar’s Success
The two‑part spy saga *Dhurandhar* has surged past the ₹3,000 crore (≈$360 million) mark worldwide, making it one of the biggest Indian box‑office hits of 2026. Lead antagonist Arjun Rampal praised director Aditya Dhar’s achievement, saying the success feels “temple‑worthy.” The cast and crew...
Swayambhu Director Bharat Krishnamachari on Shooting in the Same Forests as Pushpa, “We Made a Conscious Effort to Explore Untouched...
Director Bharat Krishnamachari revealed that the upcoming epic Swayambhu was shot in the rugged Maredumilli forests of Andhra Pradesh, the same region used for Pushpa, but deliberately sought untouched spots. The crew endured 2‑2.5 hour jeep treks to mountain tops...
Divyenndu Shares Intense BTS Glimpse of Dev From Glory
Divyenndu posted an Instagram Reel that offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at his intense portrayal of Dev in the streaming series "Glory." The footage captures rehearsals, physical preparation, and emotional moments, underscoring the actor’s commitment to layered performances. Fans quickly responded,...
The Most Underrated Version of The Addams Family Deserves Another Shot
The 2019 and 2021 animated Addams Family movies, directed by Conrad Vernon and Greg Tiernan, proved financially strong despite mixed reviews. They stand out for faithfully translating Charles Addams’s stark black‑and‑white comic style to modern animation. Oscar Isaac’s portrayal of Gomez blends...