Sandra Bullock Hasn’t Seen Those AI Trailers for ‘Practical Magic 2,’ but Says It’s Time to ‘Lean Into’ New Tech
Sandra Bullock and Warner Bros. co‑chair Pam Abdy discussed the surge of fan‑made AI trailers for the upcoming "Practical Magic 2," which is slated for a September 11 theatrical release. While neither has seen the AI clips, they view the phenomenon as a sign of audience enthusiasm and a potential creative tool. Bullock urged the industry to "lean into" AI responsibly, acknowledging both its promise and the ethical risks. Warner Bros. frames AI as a production‑side aid that can enhance filmmaking while fostering user‑generated buzz similar to past hits like "Barbie."
Robert Downey Jr. Arrives as Doctor Doom in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Footage
Disney unveiled a teaser for "Avengers: Doomsday" at CinemaCon, revealing Robert Downey Jr. as the iconic villain Doctor Doom. The footage shows Thor, Steve Rogers, and a mixed roster of Fantastic Four, X‑Men, and Thunderbolts characters confronting the new threat....
‘Hexed’: Hailee Steinfeld and Rashida Jones to Star in Disney’s Mother-Daughter Animated Adventure
Disney announced its 2026 Thanksgiving original animated feature “Hexed,” starring Hailee Steinfeld as teen witch Billie and Rashida Jones as her uptight mother. The film, directed by veteran story artist Jose Trinidad in her feature debut alongside Jason Hand, will debut on Nov. 25, 2026. Disney...
Why ‘Beef’ Creator Lee Sung Jin Tackled Millennial Vs. Gen Z Conflict in Season 2
Lee Sung‑Jin, the Emmy‑winning creator of Netflix’s hit series “Beef,” used a heated millennial‑vs‑Gen Z argument to shape Season 2’s intergenerational storyline. The new season follows a Gen Z couple working for a millennial boss at a country‑club setting, expanding the series’ class...
Kanye West Postpones France Concert as Leadership Considers Ban: ‘It Is My Sole Decision’
Kanye West announced he is postponing his June concert at Marseille’s Stade Vélodrome after French officials began exploring a legal ban. The move follows the mayor’s public opposition, citing West’s past antisemitic remarks, and mirrors a recent UK decision that...
Bradley Cooper Confirmed to Write, Direct, Star in ‘Ocean’s 11’ Prequel
Bradley Cooper has been confirmed to write, direct, produce and star in a new Ocean’s 11 prequel, with Margot Robbie joining as his on‑screen partner. The film, set around a 1962 Monaco Grand Prix heist, is slated for a June 25, 2027 release...
Zach Cregger Unveils Premiere Dates for ‘Weapons’ Prequel ‘Gladys’ and Sci-Fi Thriller ‘The Flood’
Warner Bros. Pictures announced release dates for Zach Cregger’s upcoming projects: the prequel “Gladys” to his hit horror film “Weapons” will open on September 8, 2028, and his original sci‑fi thriller “The Flood” is slated for August 11, 2028. Both titles will be released...
‘Game of Thrones’ Movie Confirms Title at CinemaCon
Warner Bros. unveiled the title of its upcoming Game of Thrones film at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, confirming it will be called “Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest.” The announcement follows a March report that the movie is in development with...
‘Dune 3’: Denis Villeneuve Unveils the Film’s First 7 Minutes at CinemaCon
Denis Villeneuve premiered the opening seven minutes of "Dune 3" at CinemaCon, giving exhibitors a first look at the sequel’s desert‑to‑rain visuals and a war‑torn Paul Atreides. The footage shows Fremen troops confronting a rainstorm, a brutal ambush, and a...
‘The Great Beyond’: JJ Abrams Unveils His First Original Film Since 2011 at CinemaCon
J.J. Abrams unveiled his first original film since 2011, the supernatural thriller “The Great Beyond,” at Warner Bros.’ CinemaCon, starring Glen Powell, Jenna Ortega and Samuel L. Jackson. The project marks Abrams’ return to original storytelling after years on franchise blockbusters like “Star Trek”...
Angel, StudioCanal and Sony Pictures Classics Urge Theaters to Broaden Their Horizons at CinemaCon
Cinema United invited three non‑mainstream distributors—Angel, StudioCanal and Sony Pictures Classics—to CinemaCon to pitch their upcoming titles to independent exhibitors. The presenters highlighted a mix of faith‑based expansions, European genre reboots and recent Sundance acquisitions, signaling a push beyond Hollywood’s...
‘Euphoria’ Creator Sam Levinson Says He Channeled His Grief Into a Story of Faith for Season 3
Sam Levinson says the tragic loss of actor Angus Cloud and executive producer Kevin Turen drove him to reshape "Euphoria" Season 3 around themes of faith and recovery. The new season tackles the fentanyl crisis, using the third step of Alcoholics...
‘SNL’ Cold Open Roasts Melania’s ‘Insane’ Epstein Press Conference: ‘Make Everyone Way More Suspicious’ | Video
Saturday Night Live aired a cold‑open that lampooned President Donald Trump’s reaction to a fictional press conference by First Lady Melania Trump about the Jeffrey Epstein files. In the sketch, Trump, played by James Austin Johnson, receives a call from...
LA28 Organizers Promise There Will Be Other Chances to Get Affordable Tickets After Pricing Backlash
LA28 officials defended the ticketing rollout after fans complained about high prices and limited availability. They highlighted that 30% of the remaining inventory is under $200 and that roughly half of all tickets cost less than $200, while premium seats...
Fox Entertainment CEO Claps Back at Vertical Dramas’ Bad Rap and Looks to the Future With Dhar Mann | Video
Fox Entertainment CEO Rob Wade defended vertical microdramas at TheWrap’s Creators x Hollywood Summit, arguing the format suffers from misunderstanding rather than merit. The company recently sealed a 40‑title deal with Dhar Mann Studios to expand its short‑form slate, a partnership forged in...
