NASA Exploration, Science Inspire “Project Hail Mary” Film
NASA partnered with the upcoming sci‑fi film “Project Hail Mary,” providing scientific consultation, astronaut interaction, and brand‑clearance for the agency’s logos. The collaboration coincides with the Artemis II launch preparations, positioning the movie as a cultural bridge to the crewed deep‑space mission. NASA experts in astrobiology and astrophysics advised the script, while astronaut Kjell Lindgren met with lead actor Ryan Gosling on set. ISS Expedition 74 astronauts screened the film in orbit, and the Artemis II crew will watch it during quarantine.
Filmart & Entertainment Pulse Close After Welcoming 8,000 Attendees
Filmart and EntertainmentPulse concluded after four days, drawing roughly 8,000 industry professionals from 53 countries. The fairs hosted a record 790 exhibitors representing 38 nations, featuring an AI Hub with 19 workshops and a Producers Connect program that gathered over...
Netflix, Warner Music Group Partner For Artist Movies, Documentaries
Netflix and Warner Music Group announced a strategic partnership to produce documentary series and feature films centered on WMG’s artists and songwriters. The collaboration will be executed through Unigram, WMG’s production arm, which will develop each project with the artists...
Ready or Not: Here I Come Is Ready to Burn It All Down
Ready or Not: Here I Come, the long‑awaited sequel to the 2019 horror‑comedy, expands the deadly game from a single mansion to a worldwide power struggle among elite families. The film introduces Grace’s sister Faith, a retcon that reshapes the...
Doc’n Roll NYC Film Fest 2026: Butthole Surfers, Rockers Revenge, Sex Pistols’ Glen Matlock, More
The Doc’n Roll NYC Film Festival returns for its 2026 edition, running April 28 through May 7 at four Manhattan and Brooklyn venues. The program spotlights a diverse slate of music documentaries, from the punk legacy of the Butthole Surfers...
Khushalii Kumar Shares Heartfelt Note as She Steps Into OTT with Sapne Vs Everyone Season 2
Actress Khushalii Kumar announced her OTT debut in The Viral Fever’s series Sapne Vs Everyone Season 2, portraying the character Tripti. She shared an Instagram note thanking director Ambrish Verma, co‑stars and Prime Video for the opportunity, highlighting the collaborative spirit...
Bhuvan Bam, Karan Johar Come Together to Announce Actor’s Bollywood Debut Kuku Ki Kundli Under Dharma Productions
Digital star Bhuvan Bam will make his Bollywood debut in the comedy‑drama *Kuku Ki Kundli*, produced by Dharma Productions. The film was announced at Amazon Prime Video’s “It All Starts Here” event in Mumbai on March 19, with Karan Johar...
Prime Video Adds New Spy Thriller with "Twists You Won't See Coming" To Watch This Weekend
Prime Video launched the Spanish spy thriller *Agent Zeta* today, featuring Mario Casas and Mariela Garriga. The film follows CNI agent Zeta and Colombian operative Alfa as they investigate simultaneous murders of former spies tied to a decades‑old covert mission....
New ‘Lord of the Flies’ Series Premiering May 4 on Netflix
Netflix will debut a four‑episode adaptation of William Golding’s classic novel "Lord of the Flies" on May 4, 2026. The series is written by Jack Thorne and directed by Marc Munden, featuring a young British cast led by Winston Sawyers and...
Autumn Arkapaw: A Light for All of Us
Filipino‑American cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw became the first woman—and the first woman of color—to win the Academy Award for Best Cinematography for the film "Sinners" at the 98th Oscars. The movie, which has grossed $368 million worldwide, led the ceremony with...
Hollywood Studios Back GOP Effort to Dismantle Canada’s Online Streaming Act
Hollywood studios have thrown their weight behind a Republican‑sponsored bill aimed at overturning Canada’s Online Streaming Act, which obligates U.S. platforms to financially support Canadian film, TV and music production. The Protecting American Streaming and Innovation Act, introduced by Rep....
Film Masters Presents ‘Monster Mayhem Collection’ on Blu-Ray Disc April 7
Film Masters will launch the Monster Mayhem Collection on April 7, a two‑disc Blu‑ray set featuring four 1950s cult sci‑fi/horror titles. Each film has been newly scanned in 4K from original 35 mm prints and presented in its authentic 1.85:1 aspect...
Amazon MGM Studios’ ‘Project Hail Mary’ Connects With Record $12 Million Preview Screening Revenue
Amazon MGM Studios’ sci‑fi adventure *Project Hail Mary* generated a record‑breaking $12 million from preview screenings on March 19, the highest for any 2026 theatrical release. The film adapts Andy Weir’s bestselling novel, leveraging a built‑in fan base and strong critical reception....
Five Action Movies to Stream Now
The New York Times highlights five action movies now streaming, featuring Rainn Wilson’s gritty paramedic drama “Code 3” on Hulu and Gabriele Mainetti’s cross‑cultural revenge thriller “The Forbidden City.” Both films blend high‑octane set pieces with deeper social commentary, from healthcare...
What to Watch This Week
The Economist’s weekly "What to watch" column recommends three otherworldly titles: a pirate who can stretch his body like rubber, an alien that resembles a rock, and spirits trapped in jars that predict the future. It also warns readers to...
‘Project Hail Mary’ Has The Second-Best Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score In Sci-Fi History
Project Hail Mary is projected to earn $100 million globally this weekend, marking a strong box‑office debut for a sci‑fi adaptation. It holds a 95 % critic rating and a 97 % audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, tying it for the second‑best audience rating...
Seekers of Infinite Love: Hannah Einbinder and Justin Theroux Talk Cults and Uncomfortable Touching
Seekers of Infinite Love debuted at SXSW on March 12, presenting a darkly comic road‑trip narrative about three siblings racing to rescue their sister from a doomsday cult. The film, written and directed by Victoria Strouse, uses the cult backdrop...
Sony to Wind Down Pixomondo, Consolidate VFX Work at Imageworks
Sony Pictures Entertainment announced it will wind down Pixomondo, the award‑winning visual effects and virtual production studio it bought in 2022. The closure will affect several hundred staff, with many slated for transfer to Sony Group and the remainder facing...
Lesley Manville's "Captivating" Drama Hailed as a "Triumph" Is Now Available to Watch in the UK
Lesley Manville and Ciarán Hinds headline the newly released UK drama *Midwinter Break*, an adaptation of Bernard MacLaverty’s 2017 novel. The film, directed by Polly Findlay and co‑written by MacLaverty and Nick Payne, follows a long‑term couple confronting past trauma during a trip to...
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence's New Mystery Thriller Gets First Look
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence reunite for Martin Scorsese’s upcoming mystery thriller, “What Happens at Night,” now filming in the Czech Republic. Produced for Apple and based on Peter Cameron’s 2021 novel, the film follows an American couple traveling to...
New Inspiration Tour Will Gather International Audiovisual Professionals in France
Pictanovo and the French CNC, together with Series Mania, are hosting an Inspiration Tour in Hauts‑de‑France from March 22‑27. The delegation of eight senior U.S. audiovisual executives—including representatives from HBO, Marvel Studios, Sony Pictures Television and CBS Studios—will explore iconic...
Kevin Spacey’s ‘Mental Illness’ Should Trigger $29.5 Million Payout, ‘House of Cards’ Trial Jurors Hear
A Santa Monica civil trial pits Media Rights Capital (MRC) against insurer Fireman’s Fund over a $29.5 million claim tied to Kevin Spacey’s alleged mental illness. MRC argues Spacey’s diagnosis of sexual‑compulsive behavior rendered him incapable of performing, triggering the policy’s loss provision....
Maybank Unveils 2026 Raya Film “Berkat Mak” With Alchemy79 and Directors Think Tank, Celebrating the Enduring Values of Family
Maybank unveiled its 2026 Raya film “Berkat Mak,” a heartfelt story that follows a mother’s quiet gestures—most notably a yellow food container—as her children grow and leave home. The narrative weaves present‑day Hari Raya scenes with past family milestones, underscoring unconditional...
Ryan Gosling Improvised One of Project Hail Marys Best Moments
Ryan Gosling’s improvised performance with the alien puppet Rocky became a standout moment in the sci‑fi film Project Hail Mary. Directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller paired Gosling with a practical puppet, allowing the actor’s spontaneous gestures to be mirrored...
'Send Help': Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien Can't Stop Cracking Up in Blooper Reel (Exclusive)
Netflix’s upcoming comedy series "Send Help" released a blooper reel featuring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien repeatedly breaking into laughter. The clip shows the two leads struggling to keep a straight face during several takes, underscoring their on‑screen chemistry. The...
Avid: Vast Majority of Oscar-Winning Films Used Its Editing and Sound Tools
Avid announced that 87% of this year’s Oscar‑winning films were edited or mixed with its Media Composer and Pro Tools platforms, covering categories from Best Picture to Best Sound. The data also shows eight of the ten Best Picture nominees,...
Pop Mart and Sony Announce Labubu Movie Directed by Paul King
Pop Mart and Sony announced a joint venture to develop a feature film based on the wildly popular Labubu fuzzy toys. British director Paul King, known for "Paddington" and "Wonka," will helm the project with screenwriter Steven Levenson co‑writing the...
Minecraft 2 Movie Has Cast Alex, Tapping Kirsten Dunst to Star with Jack Black
Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary have confirmed Kirsten Dunst will portray Alex in the upcoming Minecraft sequel, joining returning star Jack Black as Steve. The original A Minecraft Movie grossed over $960 million worldwide, setting high expectations for the follow‑up slated...
Arcane Producer Partners With Iwot Studios On Various New Wheel of Time Adaptations
Arcane producer Thomas Vu, through Initiate Entertainment, has teamed up with iwot Studios—owner of the Wheel of Time IP—to develop a suite of new adaptations, including a PC/mobile video game, an animated feature film, and an animated TV series. The...
Netflix Continues String of Home-Video Releases with Stranger Things Box Set
Netflix is releasing a 25‑disc Stranger Things complete‑series box set on July 28, 2026, marking the first 4K UHD home‑video availability for seasons three, four and five, alongside extensive bonus material. At the same time, ABC has scrapped the upcoming...
If You Loved Leo’s Oscars Mustache, You’ll Love the New Scorsese
Leonardo DiCaprio has debuted a noticeable mustache in the first look released by Apple TV+ for his upcoming Martin Scorsese film, *What Happens at Night*. The teaser shows DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence in a snowy European setting, confirming production is...
Official Trailer for 'Mad Bills to Pay' - About Growing Up in The Bronx
Oscilloscope Labs released the U.S. trailer for "Mad Bills to Pay," Joel Alfonso Vargas' feature debut that won the NEXT Special Jury Award and Innovator Prize at Sundance 2025. The Bronx‑set drama follows Rico, a young hustler, and his girlfriend...
David Ellison Sends Letter to CA Lawmakers Outlining Plan to Keep Hollywood Jobs Local (Exclusive)
David Ellison, head of Paramount, wrote to California lawmakers outlining how the planned Paramount‑Warner Bros. Discovery merger will protect and expand Hollywood jobs. He pledged each studio will maintain a 15‑film annual slate, a 45‑day theatrical window, and longer VOD windows,...
Watch the Trailer for Dead City Punx Doc, Made with Zack De La Rocha
Beyond the Streets released the trailer for *Dead City Punx*, a documentary co‑produced by Zack de la Rocha of Rage Against the Machine. The film follows Los Angeles band Dead City Punx as they stage unauthorized outdoor shows featuring fireworks, bonfires...
Starbreeze Lands New Partner to Adapt Payday Series for Film and TV
Starbreeze Entertainment announced a partnership with VICE Studios to develop film and television adaptations of its Payday franchise. The deal follows an earlier, now‑unclear collaboration with Stockholm Syndrome and retains full IP ownership for Starbreeze. While Payday 3 underperformed, Payday 2 outshone...
Millie Bobby Brown's "Totally Different" Enola Holmes 3 Confirms Runtime Ahead of Netflix Release
Netflix confirmed that Enola Holmes 3 will run 1 hour 45 minutes, making it the franchise’s shortest entry. The sequel sees Millie Bobby Brown return as Enola, with the story taking her to Malta to confront colonial-era challenges. Writer Jack Thorne...
For 2026, Netflix Is Doubling Down on Original Storytelling and Comedies
Netflix is reshaping its 2026 film strategy by prioritizing original storytelling and a robust comedy slate, moving away from the sequel‑driven model that dominates theaters. Dan Lin, the film chairman, highlighted a healthy content budget that will both build and...
‘Spacewoman’ Review: Mission Driven
The documentary "Spacewoman" chronicles the life of Col. Eileen Collins, the first female space shuttle pilot and commander, tracing her journey from a modest upbringing in Elmira to historic NASA missions. Director Hannah Berryman blends personal interviews with archival footage...
‘Kontinental ’25’ Review: Do Unto Others (or Not)
Kontinental ’25 is a Romanian satire directed by Radu Jude that follows bailiff Orsolya as she evicts a homeless squatter, Ion, whose death triggers a moral crisis. The film juxtaposes stark legal procedures with darkly comic moments, using the eviction...
‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ Review: The Blood Is Thicker
Ready or Not 2: Here I Come picks up the blood‑soaked saga of Grace, the survivor of the Le Domas clan’s deadly wedding game. The sequel widens the scope, revealing a worldwide cabal of Satan‑worshipping aristocratic families who convene at the Danforth...
Former Buccaneer & Cineflix Execs Launch Drama Outfit High Road Entertainment
Former Buccaneer co‑CEO Richard Tulk‑Hart and ex‑Cineflix scripted head James Durie have launched High Road Entertainment, a co‑production and sales consultancy focused on drama. The venture, rebadged from Volteo Media, is already developing the Greek‑set crime series Antiparos and the...
Documentary Romance: ‘Birds Of War’ Director Janay Boulos On Love Story That Unfolds Against Backdrop Of Bloody Conflict – CPH:DOX
Birds of War, directed by Janay Boulos and Abd Alkader Habak, shifted from a political portrait of Lebanon to an intimate love story set amid the Syrian civil war. By blending personal archives with frontline footage, the film illustrates romance surviving relentless...
10 Years of Kapoor & Sons: Shakun Batra Recalls, “If I Could Go Back, I Would Work on the Film...
Director Shakun Batra marks the ten‑year anniversary of Kapoor & Sons, reflecting on the stress of directing a star‑studded debut and the growth it sparked. He recounts initial clashes with veteran actor Rishi Kapoor that eventually turned into mutual respect....
Dhurandhar 2 Movie Review, Box Office Collection LIVE Updates: ‘Bade Sahab’ Actor Reveals Aditya Dhar Never Disclosed His ‘Real Identity’,...
Dhurandhar 2 shattered the paid‑preview record, earning ₹25 crore before its wide release, surpassing the previous benchmark set by Pawan Kalyan’s *They Call Him OG*. On its opening day in India the Hindi version alone generated ₹16.12 crore, pushing the domestic net past ₹60 crore, while...
Manikarnika Producer Kamal Jain on Dhurandhar The Revenge: “It Isn’t Just a Film, It’s a Phenomenon”
Acclaimed producer Kamal Jain, known for backing Manikarnika, hailed Dhurandhar The Revenge as more than a film, calling it a cultural phenomenon. He likened its lasting impact to iconic Indian movies such as Deewar, Sanju, and M.S. Dhoni. Jain emphasized...
Peaky Blinders the Movie … and Banking
The new *Peaky Blinders* film dramatizes Nazi Operation Bernhard, a World‑War‑II scheme to flood Britain with counterfeit Bank of England notes and trigger economic collapse. German planners aimed to forge up to £30 billion, eventually producing between £132 million and £300 million through a...
Madras High Court Restrains Illegal Broadcast of Dhurandhar The Revenge Till April 15
The Madras High Court issued an ad interim injunction preventing internet service providers and cable TV operators from illegally broadcasting the upcoming film *Dhurandhar The Revenge* ahead of its scheduled theatrical release on March 19, 2026. The order was filed...
“Mindblowing”: Preity Zinta Reviews Dhurandhar The Revenge; Says, “Aditya Dhar, You Have Turned Me Into a Fan Girl”
Bollywood’s spy‑action sequel *Dhurandhar The Revenge* opened on March 18, 2026 to strong critical and audience response. Actress Preity Zinta took to social media praising the film’s direction, performances, music and overall execution, calling it “mindblowing” and declaring herself a...
Dust Bunny’s 4K UHD + Digital Release Date Set for Mads Mikkelsen Horror Movie
Lionsgate announced that the fantasy‑horror film Dust Bunny will arrive on 4K Ultra HD and digital on April 28 for $26.99. The edition boasts Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and a suite of bonus materials, including a making‑of feature and a...
Matt Damon & Ben Affleck’s The Rip Claims Refuted by Netflix Execs
Actors Matt Damon and Ben Affleck alleged that Netflix instructed them to repeat the plot of their upcoming film The Rip multiple times for mobile viewers. Netflix film chief Dan Lin and chief content officer Bela Bajaria publicly refuted the...