Streaming
Heartland blends country music and neo-noir thriller on Netflix
Jessica Chastain stars as a former country star hunting for her missing niece in Shana Feste's new film, which mixes musical performances with a vigilante mystery.
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Streaming
Arnold Schwarzenegger Pursues Predator and Commando Sequels
Arnold Schwarzenegger, 79, is pushing for sequels to Predator and Commando while promoting his new Amazon Prime Christmas film, stating he is waiting for the scripts to be perfected.
Streaming
Netflix, Lionsgate Team on Helander's Fairytale In New York
Netflix and Lionsgate are collaborating on the action thriller Fairytale In New York, directed by Jalmari Helander and starring Aaron Pierre, following a competitive auction.
Box office
Star Wars 1977 theatrical cut returns for 50th anniversary
Disney confirms a wide theatrical re-release of the original 1977 cut of Star Wars: A New Hope on February 19, 2027, alongside a new Disney+ documentary and global anniversary events.
Industry
Lionsgate Secures Distribution for Alma Har'el's 'Wet'
Lionsgate has acquired North American and UK distribution rights to Alma Har'el's upcoming film 'Wet,' starring Rebecca Ferguson and Connor Storrie.
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Streaming
Tyler Perry's The Gospel of Christmas Premieres on Netflix
Tyler Perry's holiday film 'The Gospel of Christmas' is now streaming on Netflix. The movie stars Fantasia Barrino Taylor and Tank as a couple trying to save a church, featuring a soundtrack by Kirk Franklin and a cast of gospel music legends.
Films
10 Best Heist Movies With Unexpected Twists Ranked
A new ranking lists ten heist films from 1994 to 1999, highlighting the genre's evolution and the star-powered, twist-driven narratives that keep audiences guessing.
Industry
The Devils 4K Collector's Edition Unboxes 14-Hour Restoration
Ken Russell's controversial film 'The Devils' is set for a major physical media release in April 2027, headlined by a 3-disc Collector's Edition featuring a 4K restoration and over 14 hours of bonus content.
Streaming
PlayStation Plus adds Dragon Quest 3 remake this November
Sony confirms Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake joins PlayStation Plus on November 17, alongside Dynasty Warriors: Origins in December, highlighting the service's mix of classic and modern titles.
Industry
DC Studios Replaces James Gunn and Peter Safran with Jeremy Latcham
James Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-chiefs of DC Studios after four years. Jeremy Latcham, a key architect of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, will become the new president and creative chief starting December 1.
Industry
Russell Brand conviction prompts media industry abuse warning
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy warns that sexual abuse likely persists in media, citing power imbalances and poor whistleblower protection following Russell Brand's rape and sexual assault convictions.
News
Robert Pattinson screen-tested for James Bond role
Robert Pattinson has reportedly auditioned to be the next James Bond, joining a shortlist of contenders as Amazon MGM Studios takes creative control of the franchise for the first time.
Industry
Taiwanese film funds invest in 15 projects across Asia
Four TAICCA-backed investment funds have financed 15 film, TV, and immersive projects in their first year, driving Taiwanese content and international co-productions.
Profiles
28 Years Later 2025
United Kingdom · 2020s
35Mm
1892 · Motion picture film
4Dx
4D film presentation · 21st century
70Mm
70 mm (width) · Typically 2.20:1
Action
Varies by title · Varies by title
All Time UK
2023-07-21 · Cinemas
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Johnny Depp's Ebenezer Comeback Tests Audience Reception
Johnny Depp returns to mainstream Hollywood after eight years with 'Ebenezer,' a horror-tinged 'A Christmas Carol' adaptation.
Streaming
Netflix Negotiates $400 Million Radford Studio Center Acquisition
Netflix is in talks to buy the 55-acre Radford Studio Center for over $400 million, a deal that could close later in 2024 or not at all.
Industry
K2 Pictures expands global strategy with new film fund
Japanese studio K2 Pictures has closed a $33 million equity round and aims to raise $100 million to produce 50 films, expanding distribution through a 'Japan plus one' market strategy.
Festivals
Lord Of War 2 with Nicolas Cage begins filming for 2027
Andrew Niccol directs Nicolas Cage in the Lord Of War sequel, which adds Bill Skarsgård as Cage's character's son.
Streaming
Adam Driver Confirms Kylo Ren Film Is Dead
Adam Driver has confirmed Disney rejected 'The Hunt for Ben Solo', a Kylo Ren spin-off he developed for two years with Steven Soderbergh.
Streaming
Netflix's Cliff Booth faces IMAX snub from major US cinema chains
Regal and Cinemark have refused to screen Netflix's 'The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth' on their IMAX screens, objecting to its short two-week theatrical window before a Christmas Day streaming debut. AMC will show the Brad Pitt film, limiting its premium-format reach.
Box office
Edgar Wright reacts to unauthorized Spaced AI remaster
Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg have expressed dismay after learning a 4K AI remaster of their cult TV series Spaced is set for a 2027 Blu-ray release without their involvement.
Industry
Callum Turner Tipped as Next James Bond for 2028 Film
Callum Turner is the frontrunner to become the next James Bond, with director Denis Villeneuve set to helm the 2028 film as Amazon MGM Studios finalizes casting.
Box office
Blumhouse Atomic Aims to Extend $2.5 Billion Horror Success in 2027
Blumhouse Atomic, formed by the 2024 merger of Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, has generated over $2.5 billion in global box office revenue on combined production budgets under $330 million. Its 2027 strategy involves a slate of returning franchises and expansion into television and gaming.
Box office
Wicker's 4DX Screening at Regal Times Square Finds Viral Success
The small-budget medieval romance 'Wicker' defied expectations with a sold-out 4DX screening at Regal Cinemas in Times Square, its success driven by an immersive bed-breaking sex scene that has sparked industry debate about the format's future for erotic cinema.
News
Neve Campbell Confirms Return as Sidney Prescott in Scream 8
Neve Campbell has officially confirmed she will reprise her role as Sidney Prescott in the upcoming horror sequel Scream 8, continuing her involvement in the franchise following a pay dispute and the record-breaking success of Scream 7.
Films
Dave Bautista Gains 20 Pounds for God of War Kratos Role
Dave Bautista has gained 20 pounds to reach 250 pounds for his role as Kratos in the live-action God of War series.
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