
It's Jessie versus the Machines in Latest Toy Story 5 Trailer
The latest Toy Story 5 trailer shows Jessie confronting a high‑tech tablet, with Conan O’Brien added as Smarty Pants, and confirms a June 19 theatrical debut. Armando Iannucci is set to write the screenplay for Paddington 4, targeting a 2028 release to mark the franchise’s 70th anniversary. Disney’s The Mandalorian And Grogu opened with $98 million domestically, roughly covering its $165 million budget, while low‑budget thriller Obsession surged 40% in its second weekend, reaching $75 million worldwide. A24’s Backrooms, a horror‑thriller starring Renate Reinsve, opens May 29.

Jodie Whittaker and Celia Imrie's British Remake Climbs up Netflix's Trending Chart
The 2007 British remake of St Trinian’s, starring Jodie Whittaker and Celia Imrie, quickly rose to the fifth‑most‑watched film on Netflix UK after its Friday debut. Despite a low 32% Rotten Tomatoes score, the film’s nostalgic brand and star‑studded cast have...

Paddington 4 to Be Co-Written by Veep Creator Armando Iannucci
Sony Pictures announced that Armando Iannucci, creator of the political satire series Veep, will co‑write the fourth Paddington film alongside longtime collaborator Simon Blackwell. Director Dougal Wilson, who helmed the successful Paddington 3, is in discussions to return, though his involvement...

Cannes 2026: James Gray's Low Key NYC Crime Thriller 'Paper Tiger'
James Gray’s ninth feature, the 1980s‑set crime thriller "Paper Tiger," premiered in the Cannes 2026 main competition. The film follows two brothers entangled with the Russian mafia after launching a shady engineering middle‑man venture. Adam Driver’s nuanced turn as fixer...

After 27 Years, 1 Toy Story Character Is Finally Talking but There’s a Twist
Toy Story 5, slated for a June 19, 2026 release, will finally give Bullseye, Woody’s silent horse companion, a voice after 27 years. Alan Cumming has been tapped to provide the vocal performance, portraying a villainous alter‑ego that appears only in an imaginative play‑time...
The 18 Best Movies We Saw at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival
IndieWire released its roundup of the 18 standout films from the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, noting that Cristian Mungiu’s Palme d’Or winner “Fjord” topped the list. The selection spans a mix of high‑profile acquisitions—Netflix’s “The Black Ball,” Neon’s “All of a...

Val Kilmer’s Iconic ‘Top Gun’ Iceman Helmet Is Up for Grabs
Goldin auction house has listed Val Kilmer’s original "Iceman" helmet from the 1986 film Top Gun, with a starting bid of $25,000 and the sale running through June 17. The HGU‑33 helmet, produced by Flight Suits LTD for the movie, comes with a...

49 Years Ago Today: “Star Wars: A New Hope” Premieres, Launching a Cultural Phenomenon
On May 25, 1977 George Lucas’s *Star Wars: A New Hope* opened in just 32 U.S. theaters, yet it earned $775 million worldwide—about $3 billion today. The film’s $11 million budget was modest, but Lucas’s decision to retain sequel and merchandising rights turned the movie...

James Gray Says ‘Ad Astra’ Was ‘Taken Away’ From Him: ‘It Would Have Been a Very Different Movie’
James Gray says Disney’s acquisition of 20th Century Fox robbed him of creative control over his 2019 sci‑fi epic “Ad Astra.” The $80 million film, starring Brad Pitt, earned $135 million worldwide but was heavily re‑edited by the studio, leaving Gray unable to release a director’s...

Milky Subway Is an Overlooked Sci-Fi Anime Coming to Netflix on June 1
Netflix will add the indie sci‑fi anime "Milky Subway: The Galactic Limited Express" to its catalog on June 1. The series, a sequel to the 2022 four‑minute ONA "Milky Highway," follows superhuman Chiharu Kujo and cyborg Makina Kurusu as they perform...

Next DCU Project After Man of Tomorrow Revealed & It’s a Shocker
James Gunn, co‑CEO of DC Studios, announced that the next DCU project after the upcoming 2027 film "Man of Tomorrow" will be Season 2 of the animated series "Creature Commandos." The sequel will arrive after the Superman sequel hits theaters and...

Official Trailer for Li Liming's 'Ip Man: Kung Fu Legend' Action Movie
Well Go USA released the official trailer for Li Liming’s new martial‑arts film Ip Man: Kung Fu Legend, starring Dennis To as the legendary Wing Chun master. Set in 1950s Hong Kong, the plot follows Ip Man leaving the police force to open a school while battling a Western...

Boots Riley Says ‘I Love Boosters’ Was Rejected By Cannes Along With Other Past Projects; Picked ‘The Idol’ Over ‘I’m...
Boots Riley confirmed that Cannes rejected his new film "I Love Boosters" as well as earlier works like "Sorry To Bother You" and the series "I’m a Virgo." He instead premiered the $20 million Neon‑backed surreal crime comedy at SXSW, where...

Salman Khan Shot for Five Days for Maatrubhumi Song Featuring 200 Dancers, Reveals Mudassar Khan
Bollywood star Salman Khan spent five consecutive days shooting a large‑scale song for the upcoming war drama “Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace,” which features roughly 200 dancers, choreographer Mudassar Khan revealed. The film, inspired by the 2020 Galwan Valley...

How Project Hail Mary Author Andy Weir Worked Directly With Ryan Gosling On The Movie
Andy Weir took an active role in the upcoming *Project Hail Mary* film, meeting daily with star Ryan Gosling to shape the character and serving as an on‑set science consultant. His fact‑checking covered both real and fictional concepts, ensuring the movie’s scientific credibility....

New Bobby Rahal Docufilm Bares the Grit and Glory of One of America’s Greatest Racers
The new docufilm *True American Racer* spotlights the career of Bobby Rahal, tracing his journey from backyard racing to Indy 500 champion. Produced by FOX Sports, Big Machine Racing Productions, and Chassy Media, the film debuted on FS1 on May 22...

First 13 Minutes Of James Bond’s 007 First Light Officially Released, And, Erk
IO Interactive has officially posted the first 13 minutes of its upcoming James Bond title, 007 First Light, in 4K on YouTube. The preview follows a brief disc leak that gave a handful of users early access before the worldwide...

Saiyami Kher Turns Fashion Photographer in Vikram Phadnis’ Emotional Romantic Drama; Says, “It’s Always Wonderful to Pick up a New...
Actor Saiyami Kher unveiled the first look of Vikram Phadnis’ untitled romantic drama, where she portrays a fashion photographer. The image shows her with a professional camera against a scenic backdrop, hinting at an emotionally driven narrative. The film also...

The Mandalorian and Grogu CinemaScore & RT Show Fans & Critics Are Divided
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu opened May 22, earning $82 million domestically and $165 million worldwide. CinemaScore gave the film an A‑, and Rotten Tomatoes recorded an 89 % audience score, showing strong fan approval. Critics were less enthusiastic, with a 62 % Tomatometer...

The Devil Wears Prada 2 Is 2026’s 4th Hollywood Movie To Achieve Major Feat
The Devil Wears Prada 2 has crossed the $600 million global box‑office threshold, reaching $608 million with $200 million domestic and $408 million overseas. The sequel ranks fifth among 2026 worldwide earners and is the fourth Hollywood film this year to break the $600 million...

Chand Mera Dil Box Office Collection Day 3: Lakshya, Ananya Panday’s Film Earns in Opening Weekend What Kill Did in...
Vivek Soni’s romance *Chand Mera Dil* starring Ananya Panday and newcomer Lakshya earned Rs 11.10 crore (~$1.34 M) net in its opening weekend, with a domestic gross of Rs 13.23 crore (~$1.60 M) and a worldwide total of Rs 14.73 crore (~$1.78 M). Day‑3 collection hit Rs 4.35 crore (~$0.52 M), the...

Sebastian Stan Is ‘Nervous’ About The Batman 2 Role
Sebastian Stan confirmed he will portray Harvey Dent, later Two‑Face, in Matt Reeves’ sequel The Batman 2. The actor revealed the film will begin shooting this summer in London, marking his first DC role after several years in the Marvel Cinematic Universe....

Sebastian Stan Movie Wins Cannes Top Prize, Full Winners List Revealed
Romanian director Cristian Mungiu clinched the Palme d’Or at Cannes 2026 for his drama "Fjord," starring Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve. The film follows a mixed Romanian‑Norwegian couple whose move to a remote fjord village triggers a clash of values...

Netflix Confirms Remake of Classic '70s Crime Thriller with Adolescence Director
Netflix announced a remake of the 1972 crime thriller *The Getaway*, enlisting *Adolescence* director Philip Barantini to helm the project. The screenplay will be written by Peter Craig, the writer behind *The Batman*, and produced by Night Owl Stories’ Bryan...

‘Saccharine’ Star Midori Francis Thinks Horror Was the ‘Perfect Vehicle’ to Talk About Eating Disorders
"Saccharine," the new horror film from director Natalie Erika James, uses a macabre premise— a medical student eating human ashes to lose weight— to explore eating disorders and body‑image stigma. Star Midori Francis says early screenings have moved audiences to...

The Force Is Mid With The Mandalorian & Grogu’s Box Office
Disney’s first theatrical spin‑off of the hit series *The Mandalorian* and its fan‑favorite Grogu opened to $82 million over Memorial Day weekend, with projections of $102 million by Monday. Those figures make it the lowest‑grossing *Star Wars* debut, edging out *Solo: A...
Disney's 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' Opens to 'Mixed' Box Office Results
Disney’s new theatrical entry, *Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu*, opened to a mixed box‑office performance, pulling in roughly $102 million through its first weekend. It marks the first original Star Wars film on the big screen in seven years and the weakest...

‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ Tops Box Office as Disney Bets on ‘Star Wars’ Revival
Disney’s "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" opened with a $102 million domestic haul, instantly reclaiming the No. 1 box‑office spot. The film marks the franchise’s first theatrical release in nearly seven years after a strategic pause that stalled related merchandise sales....

The Mandalorian and Grogu Is Disney Star Wars' Box Office Low Point
Disney’s latest theatrical Star Wars entry, *The Mandalorian and Grogu*, opened to roughly $102 million over its Memorial Day weekend, marking the franchise’s lowest opening since *Solo* in 2018. While the figure exceeds the modest debut of *The Devil Wears Prada 2*, it falls short of the $103 million benchmark...

‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Eyes $102 Million Memorial Day Weekend Tally; $165 Million Globally
Disney/Lucasfilm’s first original Star Wars film in nearly seven years, *The Mandalorian and Grogu*, opened to $82 million in domestic ticket sales through May 24, including $12 million from preview screenings. The theatrical version is projected to reach $102 million domestically and $165 million worldwide, matching...

Peaky Blinders Star Confirmed to Lead New Drama Based on "Extraordinary" True Story
Finn Cole, known for his role as Michael Gray on *Peaky Blinders*, has been cast as wrestling legend Dan Gable in the upcoming drama *Gable*. The film will trace Gable’s rise from a working‑class Iowa childhood marked by tragedy to his 1972 Olympic gold‑medal...
Latest ‘Star Wars’ Film ‘Mandalorian’ Debuts at $102 Million
The Mandalorian and Grogu opened with $102 million over the four‑day holiday weekend, making it the top‑grossing film in the United States and Canada. While the figure meets Boxoffice Pro’s $100 million forecast, it ranks among the weakest Star Wars openings since Disney...

Latest ‘Star Wars’ Film ‘Mandalorian’ Debuts at $102 Million
The Mandalorian, the first Star Wars theatrical entry in seven years, opened to $102 million across the United States and Canada during its four‑day holiday weekend, meeting Boxoffice Pro’s low‑end forecast of $100 million. This marks the franchise’s strongest opening since Disney’s 2012...

Peculiar Violinist Mystery Thriller Film 'Strung' Trailer W/ Chloe Bailey
Peacock announced the mystery‑thriller "Strung," starring Chloe Bailey as a violinist hired by an enigmatic family, set to debut direct‑to‑streaming on June 26, 2026. The film premiered at the 2026 American Black Film Festival and is produced by Blumhouse alongside Jason Blum and Malcolm D. Lee....

Official Trailer for Experimental Doc 'Bouchra' About a Jackal in NYC
Film Movement has dropped the official trailer for "Bouchra," an experimental documentary‑animation hybrid co‑directed by Orian Barki and Meriem Bennani. The film, which premiered at the 2025 Toronto and New York Film Festivals, follows a queer Moroccan jackal living in New York...

‘Fjord’ Palme D’Or Winner Cristian Mungiu Encourages Dialogue In Divided World: “Don’t Rush To Judge The Other”
Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu captured his second Palme d’Or at Cannes for *Fjord*, a drama about a Romanian family navigating Norway’s child‑services system. The film’s stark portrayal of immigrant prejudice has provoked reactions from both liberal and conservative audiences. Mungiu...

Florence Pugh Starrer ‘The Midnight Library’ Heading For Cannes Market’s Biggest Deal With Multiple Studios Chasing
Florence Pugh’s fantasy drama "The Midnight Library," directed by Garth Davis, is attracting a bidding war at Cannes, with Paramount, Focus and Sony eyeing the roughly $70 million project. Producer‑financier Studiocanal is expected to keep distribution rights across its extensive European...

Sebastian Stan's Fjord Wins at Cannes 2026
The Cannes Film Festival 2026 crowned Christian Mungiu’s Norwegian‑set drama *Fjord* with the Palme d’Or, marking the Romanian director’s second top prize after his 2007 win. The Grand Prize went to Andreï Zviaguintsev’s thriller *Minotaur*, while Best Director was split...
Why ‘Navalny’ Oscar Winner Daniel Roher Moved to Fiction for the Crowdpleasing ‘Tuner’
Oscar‑winning documentarian Daniel Roher makes his narrative debut with the romantic thriller “Tuner,” a crime‑infused story about a hearing‑impaired piano tuner who cracks safes. The film, starring Leo Woodall and 87‑year‑old Dustin Hoffman, premiered on the fall festival circuit before...

Lionsgate Teases Expansive ‘Michael’ Sequel Featuring More of Michael Jackson’s Biggest Hits
Lionsgate announced that a sequel to its Michael Jackson biopic, *Michael*, is in active development and will feature a broader selection of the pop star’s iconic songs. Film chief Adam Fogelson said the first film left many of Jackson’s biggest...

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Trailer: David Dhawan Promises to Bring Back His Signature Comedy Madness with Varun Dhawan...
David Dhawan’s 46th film, *Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai*, dropped its trailer, promising a classic Bollywood comedy‑drama packed with mistaken identities, vibrant song‑and‑dance, and family‑friendly chaos. The movie reunites Dhawan with son Varun Dhawan for their fourth collaboration, adding...

Tenet Star’s Other Underrated Sci-Fi Movie Arrives on Hulu Soon
The Creator, a 2023 sci‑fi film directed by Gareth Edwards and starring John David Washington, will debut on Hulu on June 20, 2026. The movie, set in a post‑nuclear 2055 where humanity battles AI, earned $104.2 million worldwide against an $80 million budget and secured two...
Cannes 2026: 'Fatherland' Is a Mirror to Our Own Morally Bankrupt Era
After a seven‑year break, Polish auteur Paweł Pawlikowski returns to Cannes 2026 with "Fatherland," the final installment of his unofficial black‑and‑white trilogy that began with Ida and continued with Cold War. Set in 1949 divided Germany, the film follows Nobel...
This New Comedy Has Unexpectedly Pulled Past Masters of the Universe in Box Office Predictions
Scary Movie 6’s domestic opening‑weekend forecast has jumped to $43‑53 million, overtaking the $32.5 million prediction for Masters of the Universe. The surge follows the announcement that the Wayans brothers are back and original cast members are returning. Early May estimates of $25‑35 million...

‘Is God Is’ Writer/Director Doesn’t Want To Be Seen As “Poor Man’s Tarantino”
Aleshea Harris, the playwright behind the Obie‑winning 2018 off‑Broadway piece, has made her feature‑film debut with the Southern‑Gothic revenge thriller "Is God Is," now in theaters. Harris emphasizes that the movie, inspired by Greek tragedy, Westerns and indie cinema, is...

‘The Dreamed Adventure’ Review: Valeska Grisebach’s Unhurried Gangster Drama Defies Convention
Valeska Grisebach’s Cannes‑competition entry “The Dreamed Adventure” is a 164‑minute, genre‑defying gangster drama set in a remote Bulgarian border town. The film follows an aging archaeologist, Veska, who becomes an unlikely investigator amid a turf war between rival smugglers. Grisebach...

Julia Roberts To Star In And Produce Movie Version Of Katy Hays’ Novel ‘Home Economics’ As 3000 Pictures Lands Rights
Oscar‑winner Julia Roberts is set to star in and co‑produce a film adaptation of Katy Hays’ forthcoming novel Home Economics. Sony’s 3000 Pictures acquired the rights after a competitive publishing auction, with Roberts’ Red Om Films joining Marc Platt Productions as producers. Hays...

Scott Eastwood in WWII Battle of the Bulge 'Lucky Strike' Movie Trailer
Saban Films and Roadside Attractions have released the trailer for "Lucky Strike," a WWII survival‑thriller directed by Rod Lurie that hits select U.S. theaters on June 26, 2026. The film stars Scott Eastwood as an injured soldier who relies on a Motorola SCR‑300 radio to...

Pedro Pascal's "Riveting" And "Clever" Drama Lands New UK Streaming Home
The drama *The Uninvited*, starring Pedro Pascal, Elizabeth Reaser and Walton Goggins, has been added to the UK Prime Video catalogue on 21 May. Though a modest independent film, it has garnered a 77 % Rotten Tomatoes rating from 39 critics and...

Chris Evans & Anya Taylor-Joy’s Star-Studded Comedy Movie Acquired by Netflix
Netflix has acquired U.S. distribution rights to the satirical comedy "Sacrifice," starring Chris Evans and Anya Taylor‑Joy. The film, directed by Romain Gavras, debuted in the Special Presentations section of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. Its ensemble cast also...