‘Wildwood’ Teaser: Laika Returns to Stop-Motion with a Dark Fantasy Adventure
Laika unveiled the first teaser for “Wildwood,” its sixth feature and first stop‑motion film since 2019’s Missing Link. The dark fantasy, directed by CEO Travis Knight and scripted by Chris Butler, adapts Colin Meloy’s 2011 novel and boasts a star‑studded voice cast. Set for an October 23, 2026 theatrical release, the film will be distributed by Fathom Entertainment in a broader, non‑limited engagement. The project is billed as Laika’s most visually ambitious work to date.
Wildwood Teaser Trailer Shows Off Laika’s Star-Studded Stop-Motion Movie
Laika unveiled a new teaser for Wildwood, its first stop‑motion feature since 2019’s Missing Link, slated for an October 23, 2026 theatrical release. The trailer spotlights a sprawling, magical forest and hints at a rescue plot involving siblings Prue and...
Guillermo Del Toro To Reunite With Hellboy’s Ron Perlman on Next Netflix Movie
Guillermo del Toro confirmed that Ron Perlman will appear in his upcoming Netflix animated feature, The Buried Giant. The film adapts Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel and will be crafted in stop‑motion, targeting adult audiences. Del Toro and Perlman have a long‑standing partnership dating back to Cronos and most recently...
Dori Media to Present New Docuseries Seekers at LA Screenings
Dori Media will debut its six‑part docuseries "Seekers" at LA Screenings, featuring stars like Edgar Ramírez, Riley Keough and Jamie‑Lynn Sigler. The series was filmed across four continents and delves into ancient healing rituals, grief, identity and the global mental‑health...
Netflix Launches Report on Economic & Cultural Impact of Its Productions
Netflix unveiled "The Netflix Effect," a decade‑spanning report quantifying its economic, cultural and social influence. The streaming giant says it has poured more than $135 billion into film and series production, generating over $325 billion for the global economy and creating 425,000+...
Northern Soul: Still Burning Review – Thumping Celebration of the Legendary Underground Club Scene
"Northern Soul: Still Burning" is a documentary that revives the legendary Wigan Casino all‑night dance scene, spotlighting a youth movement obsessed with rare mid‑60s American soul records. The film blends archival footage and interviews to portray a subculture that thrived...
Is Home a Birthright in Australia’s Housing Crisis? Hahaha – You Wish!
Australian satire film *Birthright* hits cinemas as the nation grapples with a housing crisis that has seen entry‑level house prices jump 68% in five years and Sydney’s starter homes top $660,000 USD. The film follows a pregnant millennial couple evicted...
The Punisher: One Last Kill Exposes a Major Flaw in Marvel's Streaming Strategy
Marvel Studios released the 48‑minute special "Punisher: One Last Kill" ahead of the character’s cameo in the upcoming film Spider‑Man: Brand New Day. The special showcases the Punisher in a high‑octane, violent storyline while serving as a concise introduction for...
Punisher One Last Kill Review: The Perfect Antidote to Marvel's Messy Multiverse
Marvel Studios released the 48‑minute special "The Punisher: One Last Kill" on Disney+, starring Jon Bernthal in what critics call his strongest MCU performance. The action‑heavy presentation unfolds over a 48‑hour window, delivering a relentless 20‑minute kill‑fest that blends Daredevil‑style choreography...
The Punisher: One Last Kill Review: Marvel's Violent Special Has Lots Of Style, But Not Much Else
Marvel released the Punisher: One Last Kill as a Disney+ special on May 12, 2026, starring Jon Bernthal reprising Frank Castle. The 45‑minute presentation opens with a gritty, character‑driven half before shifting into relentless, high‑octane action. While Bernthal’s performance and Robert Elswit’s cinematography...
Clint Eastwood Was Floored By This Controversial John Wayne Western Performance
Clint Eastwood, long a critic of John Wayne, singled out Wayne’s performance in the 1956 western *The Searchers* as “brave” and “brilliant,” praising the actor’s willingness to portray a deeply racist protagonist. The film, directed by John Ford, has been hailed as...
James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash Is Finally Heading to Disney Plus in June
James Cameron’s third Avatar installment, Fire and Ash, will debut on Disney+ on June 27, 2026, after concluding its theatrical run. The film grossed $1.486 billion worldwide, making it the lowest‑grossing entry in the franchise despite surpassing the billion‑dollar threshold. The release...
Disney Upfront: Here’s What Happened At North Javits With Josh D’Amaro, Olivia Rodrigo, Anne Hathaway, Paul Anthony Kelly & NFL...
Disney’s 2026 Upfront at North Javits introduced new CEO Josh D’Amaro, featured a high‑energy opening by the Savannah Bananas and a three‑song performance by Olivia Rodrigo, and showcased a star‑studded mix of film, TV and sports talent. The event announced...
Amazon MGM Studios Names Mandy Schaffer Head Of TV Business Affairs, Craig Muhlrad Head Of Film Business Affairs
Amazon MGM Studios announced two senior appointments: Mandy Schaffer, a 12‑year Netflix veteran, will become Head of Business Affairs for Global TV, and Craig Muhlrad will lead Film Business Affairs. The moves follow Dan Scharf’s exit and accompany a structural...
‘Camp Rock 3′ Sets Release Month On Disney+ And Disney Channel
Disney announced that the third installment of the musical franchise *Camp Rock* will debut in August on both Disney+ and Disney Channel. The Jonas Brothers are returning to star and serve as executive producers, while Demi Lovato also joins the production team....
Doc Talk Podcast: Director Alexandria Stapleton On Her Diddy-Damning Emmy Contender ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’
Netflix’s four‑part documentary ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ is now an Emmy contender, spotlighting the mogul’s sexual‑misconduct allegations. Directed by Alexandria Stapleton, the series features rare footage captured weeks before Combs’ federal indictment and includes testimony from accuser Joi Dickerson‑Neal. Executive...
Cannes Film Festival 2026: Read All Of Deadline’s Movie Reviews
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival opened with Pierre Salvadori’s romantic comedy The Electric Kiss, screened out of competition. The festival also features new works from Palme d’Or veterans Cristian Mungiu and Hirokazu Kore‑eda, Oscar‑winner Asghar Farhadi, and indie stalwart Ira Sachs. Deadline’s review praises the film’s...
New US Trailer for 'Finding Emily' - Angourie Rice's Campus Romance
Focus Features has released a U.S. version of the trailer for the British romantic‑comedy "Finding Emily," starring Angourie Rice and Spike Fearn. The film opens in UK cinemas on May 22, 2026, and is slated for a limited U.S. theatrical rollout on August 28, 2026. Director...
Supernormal Signs A.J. Greenwood
Supernormal has added director A.J. Greenwood to its talent roster, bringing a performance‑led filmmaker with a theatre background and a track record of emotionally resonant commercials. Greenwood previously led work at Finch, creating campaigns for brands such as Google, Canva,...
Madonna to Chronicle a ‘F–Ked Up Night Out’ in ‘Confessions II’ Film Premiering at Tribeca
Madonna is returning to the Tribeca Festival with a 10‑minute cinematic piece titled *Confessions II*, which visualizes the first six songs of her upcoming album. Directed by David Toro and Solomon Chase, the film will debut on June 5 at New York’s...
Disney Sees VisionQuest and James Spader in the MCU's Future
Disney announced its fall MCU slate, unveiling the VisionQuest series starring Paul Bettany as Vision, premiering on Disney+ on October 14, and confirming James Spader’s first live‑action MCU appearance in a new role. The same upfront highlighted the return of the...
Release Date Announced For Green Day Inspired Comedy Movie ‘NIMRODS’
The Green Day‑inspired comedy "NIMRODS" is slated for a theatrical release on August 14, 2026. The film follows three friends who mistakenly believe they will open for Green Day on New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles, drawing on the punk...
Everything We Know About ‘Mortal Kombat 3,’ Including A Resurrection
Warner Bros. greenlit Mortal Kombat III in October 2025, months before Mortal Kombat II hit theaters, reflecting confidence in the franchise’s longevity. The sequel has already outpaced the original, pulling in $60 million globally in its opening week versus the first film’s $84 million...
Love Series 'Every Year After' Trailer with Sadie Soverall & Matt Cornett
Amazon Prime Video has dropped the official trailer for "Every Year After," a YA romantic drama debuting on June 10, 2026. The series adapts Carley Fortune’s bestseller "Every Summer After," which lingered on the New York Times list for 16 weeks. Sadie...
Gundam Director Defends Watching 140 Anime Episodes to Understand New Movie
Mobile Suit Gundad Hathaway: Sorcery of Nymph Circe, the latest entry in the long‑running Gundam UC saga, is slated for release this summer. Director Shūkō Murase told GameRant that the film leans heavily on three prior series and two movies,...
Netflix’s Astonishing R2.2-trillion Content Bill
Netflix disclosed that it has poured roughly $135 billion into original and licensed films and series over the past ten years, making it the largest spender in streaming. The spending has spurred more than $325 billion in global economic activity and created...
Opinion: Death of the Cultural Blockbuster
The article argues that mainstream cinema has lost its role as a cultural catalyst, as studios increasingly rely on sequels, biopics, and live‑action remakes to minimize risk. Risk‑averse projects, such as Disney’s 2025 *Snow White* remake, often spark backlash when...
‘Shelter’ No. 1 Disc Seller in April; ‘Wicked: For Good’ Remains On Top for 2026
Black Bear’s action thriller *Shelter* topped Circana’s VideoScan physical‑media sales chart for April 2026, outselling all other DVD and Blu‑ray releases. MGM’s *Mercy* and Lionsgate’s *Greenland 2: Migration* rounded out the top three, while Disney‑owned titles such as *Zootopia 2* and *Send Help*...
Raye Lands First Major Acting Role in Upcoming Crime Drama
British singer‑songwriter Raye, fresh from her Grammy‑nominated album *My 21st Century Blues*, has landed her first major scripted acting role in the upcoming London‑set crime drama *Lineage*. The film, directed by Yann Demange and starring Isabelle Huppert, Dali Benssalah and...
The 'Reacher' Meets 'Rambo' Action Series You've Never Heard of Is a Surprise Streaming Smash
The Nowhere Man, a six‑episode action thriller starring Bonko Khoza, has surged into Starz’s Top 10 streaming chart within weeks of its November 2025 release. The series blends the lone‑wolf appeal of "Reacher" with the war‑scarred intensity of "Rambo," set against Johannesburg’s...
Culver City Slashes Shooting Fees by Up to 60% in Push for Local Film Production
Culver City has eliminated its $660 permit fee and daily shooting fees of $350 for motion‑picture and $75 for still‑photography shoots, effectively waiving all FilmLA fees for on‑location work. FilmLA estimates a typical three‑day production will save about $1,700, roughly...
‘Fourth Wing’ Series Greenlit at Prime Video, Lisa Joy to Direct First Episode
Amazon Prime Video has greenlit a television adaptation of Rebecca Yarros’ bestselling romantasy series “Fourth Wing.” The order was announced by executive producer Michael B. Jordan during Amazon’s upfront, and acclaimed “Westworld” creator Lisa Joy will direct the pilot and...
One of the Decade's Scariest Movies Nails an 83-Year-Old Horror Tradition
The 2024 horror film *Oddity* has emerged as a modern benchmark for jump‑scare craftsmanship, echoing the pioneering shock of Jacques Tourneur’s 1942 *Cat People*. The movie weaves a tangled plot of murder, clairvoyance, and a human‑sized golem into a tightly paced...
New Ghost In The Shell Anime Finally Has A Streaming Date
The long‑awaited Ghost in the Shell anime will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on July 7, 2026. The series is helmed by director Mokochan with scripts by Toh Enjoe and character designs by Shuhei Handa, bringing together talent from recent hit...
4 Spot-On Paramount+ Movies to Watch This Week (May 11 - 17)
Paramount+ is spotlighting four classic, PG‑13 movies for U.S. subscribers during the week of May 11‑17. The lineup includes the 1986 Aussie comedy Crocodile Dundee, the 1989 adventure Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Christopher Nolan’s 2014 sci‑fi epic Interstellar, and the 2004 stoner road‑trip...
Hannah Waddingham Confirmed for New Heist Thriller Following Hit SNL UK Episode
Following a high‑rated appearance as host of Saturday Night Live UK, Hannah Waddingham has been cast in the upcoming heist thriller "The Teller." The film, directed by Ben Ripley in his feature debut, also stars Stephanie Hsu and Guy Pearce...
New James Bond Update Shows Amazon Is Right to Stay Secretive
Amazon MGM Studios is deliberately keeping details of its upcoming James Bond film under wraps, even as the franchise transitions to a new era. Writer Steven Knight remained silent when questioned at the BAFTA TV Awards, underscoring the studio’s tight‑lipped...
Netflix's New "Excellent" Drama That's a "Must-See" Climbs up Trending Chart
Netflix's drama "Remarkably Bright Creatures" has quickly risen to the top of the platform's trending charts, ranking third in the UK and fourth worldwide. The film, adapted from Shelby Van Pelt's 2022 novel, stars Sally Field as an elderly cleaner who...
The White Lotus Season 4 Cast Adds Ben Kingsley, Clayface Star, & More
HBO confirmed that The White Lotus Season 4 will film on the French Riviera during the Cannes Film Festival, and the cast has been expanded with veteran actor Ben Kingsley and Max Minghella, who also appears in the upcoming Clayface movie. Additional talent...
Guy Pearce & More Cast in New Crime Movie Like The Usual Suspects
Oscar‑nominee Guy Pearce is set to headline the upcoming crime thriller The Teller, joining fellow nominees Stephanie Hsu and Emmy‑winner Hannah Waddingham. The film, written by Source Code screenwriter Ben Ripley, marks his feature‑directorial debut and blends psychological tension with...
American Pavilion Presented by IndieWire Announces 2026 Cannes Film Festival Programming
IndieWire announced the full 2026 American Pavilion schedule at Cannes, running May 12‑22. The program features a mix of panels, keynotes, and networking events focused on AI filmmaking, new financing models, and California’s production ecosystem. Highlights include Tim Heidecker’s keynote at...
‘Forge’ Review: A Game of Cat-and-Mouse in the Miami Art World Makes for a Thrilling Directorial Debut
Jing Ai Ng’s first feature, “Forge,” follows Miami‑based painter Coco Zhang (Andie Ju) who builds a lucrative underground business forging “new” works that mimic famous masters. The film premiered at SXSW 2025 and will open in limited theatrical runs beginning May 15...
Henry Cavill’s In The Grey Is Expected to Get This Rotten Tomatoes Rating
Guy Ritchie’s upcoming heist thriller In The Grey, starring Henry Cavill and Jake Gyllenhaal, is slated for a U.S. theatrical debut on May 15, 2026. A Kalshi prediction market forecasts a Rotten Tomatoes critics score hovering between 55% and 60%,...
Little House on the Prairie Teaser Trailer Previews Netflix TV Show Adaptation of Beloved Books
Netflix has dropped a new teaser for its upcoming Little House on the Prairie series, adapting the third book of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s classic saga. The drama, set on the Kansas frontier, stars Alice Halsey as Laura and Luke Bracey...
Fast & Furious Learns Nothing From Franchise Fatigue, Launches Four TV Series
Vin Diesel announced at NBCUniversal's upfronts that Peacock will launch four new Fast & Furious television series in 2026, expanding the high‑octane franchise into the streaming arena. The move follows a decade of fan demand for more content and aims...
Putting the ‘Deus’ in Amadeus
Starz launched the five‑part miniseries Amadeus on May 8, reimagining Peter Shaffer’s play and Miloš Forman’s film for a streaming audience. Created by Joe Barton, the series stars Paul Bettany as Antonio Salieri and Will Sharpe as a more hedonistic Wolfgang Mozart, with Gabrielle Creevy...
Vin Diesel Confirms Fast & Furious Is Getting a Yellowstone TV-Verse
Vin Diesel announced that Universal Television is developing four new Fast & Furious TV series, including a live‑action show slated for Peacock. Writers Mike Daniels and Wolfe Coleman are attached to the pilot, with Diesel serving as executive producer. The...
Ghost in the Shell 2026 Release Date Revealed in New Trailer for the Science Saru Anime
Bandai Namco Filmworks announced that the new Ghost in the Shell anime will debut on July 7, 2026. Produced by Science Saru and directed by Touma Kimura (Mokochan), the series offers a full retelling of Masamune Shirow’s cyber‑punk manga. It will stream...
California AG: “Red Flags Everywhere” In Paramount-Warner Bros Deal
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that the state is actively investigating Paramount Global’s $6.2 billion proposal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, citing antitrust red flags such as higher prices, lower wages, and reduced competition. While no formal lawsuit has been...
Westworld Remake in the Works From Jurassic Park Screenwriter David Koepp
Warner Bros. is developing a new feature film adaptation of Michael Crichton's 1973 sci‑fi classic Westworld, with veteran screenwriter David Koepp—best known for writing the 1993 Jurassic Park film and its sequels—penning the script. The project is still in early development and...