Alex Cooper to Make Acting Debut in Colleen Hoover’s ‘Verity’ Adaptation
Alex Cooper, host of the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, will make her film debut in the upcoming adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s thriller "Verity," playing a fictionalized version of herself interviewing Anne Hathaway’s character. The movie, which also stars Dakota Johnson, Josh Hartnett, and Hathaway, unveiled its trailer at CinemaCon and is slated for theatrical release on Oct. 2. Cooper’s cameo follows a string of Hoover novels turned into movies and arrives amid her public feud with influencer Alix Earle. The move highlights the growing crossover between podcast personalities and mainstream cinema.
Sydney Sweeney’s New Horror Movie Lands Exciting Director
Sydney Sweeney is set to star in and produce the upcoming Universal thriller The Caretaker, with indie horror specialist David Bruckner attached as director and co‑writer. The film adapts Marcus Kliewer’s 2026 novel about a young woman confronting a malevolent...
Ted Sarandos Says Failed Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Hardened Netflix’s M&A Muscles
Netflix co‑CEO Ted Sarandos said the company’s $82.7 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery taught Netflix to prioritize investment discipline over ego. After Paramount Skydance secured the assets for roughly $111 billion, Netflix walked away and collected a $2.8 billion termination fee. Sarandos highlighted that the...
Selena Gomez To Star in 4-Hour X-Rated Movie From Oscar Winner
Selena Gomez has been cast in a forthcoming four‑hour, X‑rated feature directed by Oscar‑winner Brady Corbet, known for 2024’s The Brutalist. The film, tentatively titled The Origin of the World, will trace a 150‑year narrative from the 19th century to...
Val Kilmer’s AI Movie Trailer Reveals Major Problem With AI Actors
The upcoming drama "As Deep as the Grave" uses generative AI to insert a digital Val Kilmer, who died in 2025, into a role he never filmed. The trailer, released with the consent of Kilmer’s estate, shows an uncanny, poorly rendered...
Rom-Coms Make Money. Why Is Hollywood So Afraid to Put Them in Theaters?
Romantic comedies have shown strong box‑office potential—Crazy Rich Asians earned $238 million and Anyone But You $200 million—yet studios still shy away from theatrical releases, preferring superhero franchises. With modest budgets, typically $50‑$70 million, rom‑coms like Ticket to Paradise ($60 million budget) generated $168 million, delivering high returns. Executives cite perceived...
Normal’s Henry Winkler & Jess McLeod Talk Action Movie’s Wild Scenes | Interview
Magnolia Pictures’ new action thriller "Normal" arrives in theaters on April 17, 2026, starring Henry Winkler and Jess McLeod. Set in a fictional Midwestern town, the film was shot in Winnipeg to capture a generic small‑town feel. The interview highlights...
Call of Duty Movie’s 2028 Release Date Announced
Activision and Paramount Skydance have officially set the release date for the long‑awaited Call of Duty film adaptation on June 30, 2028. The announcement, made via a brief social‑media teaser, confirms the studio’s commitment to bringing the flagship video‑game franchise...
Brad Pitt Fights Bears & More in Survival Movie Heart of the Beast Trailer
Paramount unveiled the first trailer for Brad Pitt’s upcoming survival thriller Heart of the Beast at CinemaCon. Directed by David Ayer, the film follows Pitt’s character, a former Army Special Forces operative, who must survive a plane crash in the Alaskan wilderness while battling PTSD and...
Before The Superman Sequel, Adria Arjona Starred In This Underrated James Gunn Action Movie
Adria Arjona appears as Leandra Florez in James Gunn’s 2017 cult thriller *The Belko Experiment*, a corporate‑satire action film directed by Greg McLean. The movie traps office workers in a Bogotá skyscraper and forces them into a deadly survival game, blending horror, dark humor...
New Documentary Celebrates History of Morgan State Swimming
"Against the Tide: The Story of the Morgan State Swimming Program" premieres this week, chronicling the university’s men’s and women’s swimming and diving team from 1952 to 1976. During that era the Bears captured eight CIAA and MEAC titles, a...
Maverick Returns: Tom Cruise Confirmed for ‘Top Gun 3’
Tom Cruise has been officially confirmed to reprise his role as Maverick in the announced Top Gun 3, revealed by Paramount at its CinemaCon panel. While producer Jerry Bruckheimer is attached, no other original cast members have signed on and director Joseph...
‘Mad Bills to Pay’ Review: Growing Up Unexpectedly
“Mad Bills to Pay,” directed by Joel Alfonso Vargas, is a Bronx‑set indie comedy‑drama that follows 19‑year‑old Rico (Juan Collado) as he hustles bootleg cocktails on Orchard Beach. The film captures his carefree summer of vending quirky drinks like Pikachu Lemonheads...
Goddammit, He’s Alive LMAO
Paramount unveiled a first look at Sonic the Hedgehog 4 at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, showing a teaser that mixes footage from the previous three films with new scenes. The trailer confirms Jim Carrey’s Dr. Robotnik is alive, exiting a spaceship and...
Mark Wahlberg, Riz Ahmed Film NETFLIX Thriller The Big Fix in NSW
Netflix is set to film the high‑stakes thriller *The Big Fix* in New South Wales, with principal photography beginning in Sydney this month. The production, starring Mark Wahlberg, Riz Ahmed and a multinational cast, is directed by Baltasar Kormákur and...
David Jonsson & Tom Blyth Talk Intense Prison Movie Wasteman, Going Nude | Interview
Sunrise Films’ new prison drama "Wasteman" hits theaters on April 17, 2026, following the turbulent journey of inmate Taylor, who nears release but faces a threatening new cellmate. Lead actors David Jonsson and Tom Blyth discuss the film’s raw portrayal...
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Footage Reveals an Unlikely Hero in Sega Movie
Paramount unveiled the first footage of Sonic the Hedgehog 4 at CinemaCon, confirming a March 19, 2027 theatrical release. The teaser shows Jim Carrey returning as Dr. Robotnik, who surprisingly leads Sonic and his allies on a world‑saving mission. The...
Paramount Boss Promises 45-Day Theatrical, 90-Day TVOD Before Streaming Windows
Paramount CEO David Ellison announced a new release strategy that guarantees a 45‑day theatrical window followed by a 90‑day transactional video‑on‑demand (TVOD) period before films move to Paramount+. The pledge comes as the studio pushes for industry backing of its...
Popular Brad Pitt Action Movie Getting Sequel
Paramount confirmed a sequel to the 2013 zombie thriller World War Z at CinemaCon 2026, though Brad Pitt's participation remains uncertain. The original film, starring Pitt as UN investigator Gerry Lane, grossed about $540 million, becoming the top‑earning zombie movie ever....
Jackass 5 Trailer Reveals New Title for Johnny Knoxville Franchise’s Last Movie
The first trailer for Jackass 5, shown at CinemaCon, confirmed the film’s official title as Jackass: Best and Last. Directed by Jeff Tremaine and distributed by Paramount Pictures, the movie will be the final entry in the long‑running Jackass franchise. Original...
AMC Monthly Movies Price Hike: Here's How Your Plan Is Changing
AMC Theaters announced price increases for several Stubs A‑List subscription tiers effective July 15, 2026. The nationwide A‑List will rise from $28 to $30 per month, while the out‑of‑state version climbs $2 to $28. The 24‑state plan that allows four...
Highlander Returns to Theaters This May
The 1986 cult classic *Highlander* is getting a 4K restoration that will play in a limited theatrical run this May, marking the film’s 40th anniversary. A new poster and a collector’s‑edition UHD/Blu‑Ray set are scheduled for release on June 16. The...
Paramount Chief David Ellison Makes His Promise to CinemaCon and Delivers Johnny Depp and Billie Eilish
Paramount Pictures used its first post‑merger CinemaCon to unveil an aggressive new slate, promising at least 30 films a year after combining with Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery. The studio announced a third Top Gun film, Johnny Depp’s Dickens adaptation "Ebenezer" for...
Does Lee Cronin's The Mummy Have A Post-Credits Scene? A Spoiler-Free Guide
Lee Cronin’s reimagined *The Mummy* hits theaters on April 17, 2026, and the film concludes without a post‑credits scene. While a short epilogue follows the credits, there’s nothing essential for viewers to stay for. The horror‑driven take follows Cronin’s recent success with...
Why So Normal, Normal?
Bob Odenkirk headlines the new action sequel "Normal," picking up where 2021’s modest hit "Nobody" left off. He plays Ulysses, a substitute sheriff in the sleepy town of Normal, Minnesota, who becomes embroiled in a brutal conflict that begins with...
AI-Generated Val Kilmer Movie Debuts Trailer, Creators Defend Digital Resurrection of Late Actor
The indie film *As Deep as the Grave* unveiled a trailer at CinemaCon featuring a generative‑AI recreation of the late Val Kilmer as Father Fintan. The filmmakers say they secured consent and compensation from Kilmer’s estate and followed SAG‑AFTRA’s new AI‑performance guidelines....
Call of Duty Live-Action Film to Premiere June 30, 2028
Activision and Paramount have officially green‑lit a live‑action Call of Duty film, announcing a theatrical debut on June 30, 2028. The partnership, revealed via a teaser image posted early Thursday KST, confirms the franchise’s move from rumor to production. Set in a...
Do the Universal Monsters Still Matter, or Are They Already Dead?
Universal Studios continues to lean on its century‑old monster roster—Dracula, Frankenstein, the Mummy, and others—as a potential revenue engine, but recent attempts have stumbled. The 2017 Dark Universe, anchored by a high‑budget Mummy reboot, collapsed after a box‑office flop, pushing...
Call of Duty Movie Locks in Summer 2028 Release
The live‑action *Call of Duty* film has secured a June 30, 2028 theatrical release, announced at CinemaCon. Directed by Pete Berg and co‑written by acclaimed screenwriter Taylor Sheridan, the movie aims to blend blockbuster action with the gritty, human‑focused storytelling seen in...
Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest Makes the Most Sense as a Movie
Warner Bros. announced at CinemaCon that a feature film titled "Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest" is now in development, slated for the 2027+ slate. The movie will be written by former House of Cards showrunner Beau Willimon and will dramatize...
Bob Odenkirk’s Transformation Into John Wick Is Just Beginning
Bob Odenkirk is pivoting from comedy and drama to become a dedicated action star, teaming with "John Wick" writer Derek Kolstad and producer Marc Provissiero. The trio has formed an informal creative partnership to develop studio‑grade action movies that blend...
Film Review – Allegro Pastell: Love and Privilege
Allegro Pastell, Anna Roller’s 2026 German drama, follows the long‑distance romance of Tanja, an author in Berlin, and Jerome, a web designer in rural Maintal. Set in 2018, the film isolates the couple’s privileged, white, financially secure lives to explore...
Street Fighter Trailer Out: Vidyut Jammwal Joins Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa in High-Octane Reboot
Paramount, Legendary and Capcom have released the first trailer for the live‑action *Street Fighter* reboot, showcasing a star‑studded cast that includes Noah Centineo as Ken, Andrew Koji as Ryu, Jason Momoa as Blanka and Indian martial‑arts star Vidyut Jammwal as...
‘No Picnic’ Is a Walk Down Mean Street Memory Lane
Philip Hartman's 1985 indie film No Picnic, recently restored by MoMA, is returning to New York screens at Film Forum through April 23. The black‑and‑white portrait follows Mac Cohen, a struggling musician caught in a two‑year rent strike in the...
Rabbi Shergill Returns to Film Music with ‘Talash’ in Nawazuddin Siddiqui Starrer Main Actor Nahin Hoon
Singer‑songwriter Rabbi Shergill returns to Bollywood after a five‑year gap with the track “Talash,” featured in Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s upcoming drama Main Actor Nahin Hoon. The film, directed by Aditya Kripalani, is set for a nationwide theatrical release on May 8,...
The Odyssey: Charlize Theron’s Character Confirmed
Christopher Nolan’s long‑awaited adaptation of Homer’s *The Odyssey* is moving toward release, with Universal unveiling new CinemaCon footage. The teaser confirms Charlize Theron as the nymph Calypso, confronting Matt Damon’s Odysseus on the island of Ogygia. The film joins an...
Yash on How Ravana’s Ten Heads Have Been Portrayed in Ramayana: ‘It’s a Very Interesting Interpretation’
The upcoming two‑part *Ramayana* starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash has unveiled a lavish first look, highlighting the film’s massive ₹4,000 crore (≈$480 million) budget and ambitious visual design. Yash, playing Ravana, says he is delving into the demon king’s psyche to portray...
Psycho Killer Review: Dark, Brutal, and Surprisingly Entertaining
The review spotlights *Psycho Killer*, a dark thriller where Kansas highway patrol officer Georgina Campbell hunts the man who murdered her husband, only to uncover a sadistic serial killer played by James Preston Rogers. The film leans heavily on classic...
Dulquer Salmaan Wraps I’m Game After 156 Days; Calls It His “Most Demanding yet Fulfilling” Film, Confirms Onam Release
Actor Dulquer Salmaan announced the completion of his Malayalam action thriller I’m Game after a grueling 156‑day shoot, calling it his most demanding yet fulfilling project. The film, directed by Nahas Hidhayath, merges a cricket backdrop with high‑octane action and marks...
Full Trailer for 'Jack Ryan: Ghost War' - John Krasinski & Sienna Miller
Prime Video will stream the standalone film "Jack Ryan: Ghost War" on May 20, 2026, extending the popular series that ended in 2023. The movie reunites John Krasinski as Jack Ryan with Sienna Miller and other series regulars, and pits...
Jana Nayagan Leak: Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Wing Makes Three Arrests, Freelance Editor Pirated the Footage
The Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Wing has arrested three suspects in the high‑profile leak of Vijay’s upcoming film *Jana Nayagan*, adding to six earlier arrests. The leak, which included a five‑minute clip, surfaced just days before the state elections, prompting condemnation from...
Runway CEO Says AI Could Help Hollywood Make 50 Films Instead of One $100M Blockbuster
Runway, the AI video‑generation startup now valued at over $5 billion, CEO Cristóbal Valenzuela told Semafor World Economy that a $100 million budget could fund 50 AI‑generated movies instead of a single blockbuster. He argues that scaling quantity with the same visual...
The Legendary Cyberpunk Anime ‘Akira’ Demands a Rewatch
The 1988 cyber‑punk classic *Akira* returns to UK, Irish, French and Spanish cinemas on April 17, with Australia and New Zealand following in early May. Directed by manga creator Katsuhiro Otomo, the hand‑drawn film blends dystopian neo‑Tokyo visuals with a story about...
Kit Connor Lands Major Netflix Role in "Fresh and Unique" Continuation of Beloved British Classic
Kit Connor, known for Heartstopper, will voice lead Charlie Paley in Netflix’s animated film "Charlie vs the Chocolate Factory," a fresh reimagining of Roald Dahl’s classic slated for 2027. The movie pairs Connor with Taika Waititi, who voices Willy Wonka,...
Ram Gopal Varma Reveals His only Criticism for Dhurandhar 2: ‘Dawood Ibrahim’s Portrayal Was Incorrect’
Ram Gopal Varma lauded Aditya Dhar’s *Dhurandhar 2* as a cinematic breakthrough but singled out one flaw: the film’s portrayal of gangster Dawood Ibrahim. RGV argues the depiction of Dawood as an active terror mastermind is inaccurate, insisting the criminal has been...
The Mummy Review – Classic Monster Gets Dug up for Unravelling Resurrection
Warner Bros’ 2026 horror reboot The Mummy, directed by Lee Cronin, is marketed as a director‑driven project to separate it from Universal’s upcoming family‑friendly franchise. The film, a hard‑R take reminiscent of Cronin’s Evil Dead Rise, runs 134 minutes and...
‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ Review: Fresh From the Sarcophagus
Lee Cronin’s new horror film “The Mummy” reimagines the classic monster with a demonic‑possession twist, following an American couple whose daughter returns eight years after a plane crash, scarred and malevolent. The movie, starring Jack Reynor, Laia Costa and newcomer Natalie Grace,...
Netflix’s ‘Charlie Vs. The Chocolate Factory’ Gets A Sony-Fied First Look And Contemporary Reset
Netflix announced a 2027 release for an animated re‑imagining of Roald Dahl’s classic, titled “Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory.” The film will be directed by Jared Stern and Elaine Bogan, animated by Sony Pictures Imageworks, and features Kit Connor and...
Salman Khan Eyes August 15 Release for Maatrubhumi, but Film’s Fate Hanging After Title Change, Reshoots
Salman Khan’s upcoming military drama, originally titled *Battle of Galwan*, has been retitled *Maatrubhumi* after Chinese criticism of its anti‑China narrative. The controversy forced a strategic overhaul, including a 40% reshoot and the removal of direct references to the Galwan...
Jodie Comer and Hugh Jackman's "Dark" Period Thriller Confirms UK Release Date
Hugh Jackman and Jodie Comer headline the new period thriller *The Death of Robin Hood*, slated for UK cinemas on Wednesday, 2 September. The film offers a dark, visceral take on the legendary archer, portraying an aging Robin confronting mortality and...