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‎Raye is officially stepping into the world of acting, taking on her first scripted film role in the upcoming crime drama Lineage. The London-based feature is directed by Yann Demange and reported by Variety. ‎ ‎The British artist, whose real name is Rachel Keen, is best known for her breakout success in music, but Lineage signals a new direction in her creative journey. This will be her first dramatic role, following a brief appearance as herself in Netflix’s Black Rabbit. ‎ ‎Raye joins star-studded cast of Lineage, her first scripted film role in a London-set crime drama. ‎Billboard ‎ ‎Lineage brings together a notable cast, including French screen legend Isabelle Huppert, as well as actors Dali Benssalah and Adam Bessa. Details about Raye’s character remain undisclosed. ‎ ‎The story is set in modern-day London and follows Tariq, a young father recently released from prison who is trying to rebuild his life with his son, Amine. His progress is interrupted when he is drawn...

‎Prime Video has officially secured the future of one of its most successful series, as Reacher has been renewed for a fifth season ahead of its Season 4 debut. ‎ ‎The announcement confirms that the Amazon-owned streaming platform is continuing its strong commitment to the action-packed drama, which has become a major global hit. Season 5 was greenlit even before Season 4 arrives later this year, highlighting the platform’s confidence in the franchise’s ongoing success. ‎ ‎Reacher renewed for Season 5 by Prime Video ahead of Season 4, starring Alan Ritchson. ‎Sophie Giraud/Prime ‎Alan Ritchson will once again return as Jack Reacher in Season 5, continuing his lead role in the adaptation. However, Prime Video has not yet revealed key details about the upcoming season, including which of Lee Child’s novels will serve as its foundation. Nick Santora remains attached as showrunner, ensuring continuity in the series’ creative direction. ‎ ‎“From Lee Child’s globally beloved nove...

Classic horror stories often warn that wishes come with consequences, and Obsession embraces that idea with chilling effectiveness. Rather than simply repeating familiar genre tropes, writer-director Curry Barker reshapes the formula into a tense and darkly funny horror experience that constantly escalates its emotional and psychological discomfort. ‎ ‎Inde Navarrette and Michael in 'Obsession.' ‎Courtesy of Focus Features ‎ The story follows Bear, played by Michael Johnston, an awkward music store employee hopelessly stuck in the friend zone with his co-worker Nikki. Johnston portrays Bear as desperate, insecure and painfully believable, avoiding the temptation to make the character overly charming or sympathetic. Nikki, portrayed by Inde Navarrette, initially appears unaware of Bear’s deeper feelings. Their mutual friends Ian and Sarah observe the situation unfold, with Sarah quietly longing for Bear herself. After Nikki accidentally loses a necklace, Bear searche...

‎Vin Diesel announced Monday that Peacock is expanding the Fast & Furious universe with four television series, though NBCUniversal later clarified that only one project is currently in development. ‎ ‎Vin Diesel says Peacock is launching four Fast & Furious TV series, though NBCUniversal says only one is in development. ‎Universal/Getty ‎Speaking alongside Jimmy Fallon during NBCUniversal’s upfront presentation at Radio City Music Hall, Diesel told advertisers that fans have spent years asking for more stories centered on the franchise’s legacy characters. ‎ ‎“For the last decade, we have realized that the fans have wanted more,” Diesel said. “They wanted us to expand the legacy characters, their stories. And for the last decade, the desire has been for us to enter the TV space.” ‎ ‎He then revealed what he described as a major expansion for the franchise. ‎ ‎“The news that I have here today is that Peacock is launching four shows from the Fast and Furious universe...

‎Justin Baldoni is taking issue with Blake Lively’s latest legal move, urging a New York judge to reject her attempt to keep discussions of her wealth out of their upcoming trial. According to documents obtained by TMZ, Baldoni insists her financial standing is central to the case—particularly because she introduced it herself. ‎ ‎Justin Baldoni opposes Blake Lively’s move to exclude her net worth from trial, arguing her finances and Ryan Reynolds’ income are key to her claims. ‎Adobe Stock; Bryan Bedder/Getty Images; Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images ‎ ‎In filings submitted Friday, the actor-director maintains that Lively’s earnings and overall financial position are directly tied to her claims. She previously alleged she lost millions due to what she describes as a smear campaign orchestrated by Baldoni, estimating her losses at $161 million. ‎ ‎Baldoni is not stopping at Lively’s finances. He is also requesting that the court consider the income and professional standing of...

‎Beast opens with a bold, electrifying sequence that immediately captures attention and signals the film’s intensity. Directed by Tyler Atkins, the project merges the raw force of mixed martial arts with a dramatic storytelling approach, anchored by Daniel MacPherson’s standout portrayal. ‎ ‎Beast showcases Daniel MacPherson’s intense MMA transformation, blending brutal action with a deeply human story about family and purpose. ‎Deepwater Films ‎MacPherson steps into the role of Patton James, an MMA fighter dubbed “The Beast,” embracing a challenge that went far beyond appearance. Aware of the contrast between his previous public image and this demanding role, he approached it with determination to prove himself. ‎ ‎The actor’s preparation stretched across three years, shaped by repeated production delays. Instead of slowing progress, the uncertainty allowed him to refine every aspect of the character, both physically and mentally. ‎ ‎He began by consulting Paul Gallen befo...

‎The night begins with a storm and a broken-down bus, the kind of disruption that turns a routine journey into something uncertain. Five young ballerinas, traveling toward Budapest, find themselves with no choice but to seek shelter wherever they can. What they discover is an old inn, dimly lit and quietly unsettling, run by a woman named Devora. ‎ ‎Pretty Lethal follows stranded ballerinas who turn dance into survival, blending elegance and action in a neon-lit thriller led by Uma Thurman. ‎Amazon Studios ‎Devora, played by Uma Thurman, carries herself with a cold authority. She moves through the inn like someone who knows far more than she says, her presence commanding yet distant. The building itself feels like a character — filled with unusual details that hint at a past shaped by dance and something darker beneath it. ‎ ‎At first, the dancers are simply relieved to be out of the rain. Bones, Grace, Chloe, Zoe, and Princess settle in, their personalities clashing and bl...

Timothée Chalamet has unveiled a striking first-look photo from the upcoming film Dune: Part Three, confirming the official title of the next chapter in the sci-fi series. The image features Chalamet in his role as Paul Atreides. It focuses tightly on his eyes while he wears a Fremen stillsuit. In the photo, the character appears noticeably altered compared with his appearance in the earlier films, showing wrinkles around his eyes along with visible red scars. ‎ Timothée Chalamet unveils the first intense image from Dune: Part Three, showing a transformed Paul Atreides as Denis Villeneuve prepares the film for its 2026 release. ‎Courtesy of Warner Bros The reveal arrives ahead of the movie’s trailer, which is expected to debut later this week. The preview is anticipated to appear alongside the upcoming film Project Hail Mary. Director Denis Villeneuve is once again leading the production for Warner Bros.. The movie is scheduled to arrive in theaters on December 18, 2026. Vi...

‎Author Colleen Hoover says she now sees It Ends With Us from a different perspective following the legal conflict involving its stars, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. ‎ ‎The bestselling novel was adapted into a 2024 film featuring Lively and Baldoni. Hoover recently spoke about the situation while appearing on the podcast Open Book, hosted by Jenna Bush Hager, where she was promoting another film project, Reminders of Him. ‎ Colleen Hoover discusses viewing It Ends With Us differently following the legal dispute between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni as their trial approaches. ‎Courtesy Everett Collection ‎During the discussion, Hager asked Hoover whether it had been difficult to see a story centered on sensitive themes become linked to a legal dispute. The author acknowledged that the situation has been challenging but explained that over time she has found it easier to separate the film’s success from the surrounding drama. ‎ ‎Hoover noted that the movie’s opening week...

‎The ruthless reputation of Tommy Shelby is firmly reestablished in Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man. In one memorable moment midway through the film, the aging gang leader confronts a reckless young thug who fails to recognize him. Shelby’s response is swift and merciless—he forces a grenade into the man’s shirt and sends him out of the pub before it explodes moments later. The extreme retaliation drew loud reactions from the audience during one screening, reflecting the brutal charm that has long defined Steven Knight’s crime saga. Through Cillian Murphy’s performance, Shelby remains violent and calculating, yet still carries enough humanity to keep viewers invested. ‎ ‎Cillian Murphy returns as Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, a wartime story packed with gangland brutality, Nazi enemies, and cinematic spectacle. ‎Netflix/Courtesy Everett Collection ‎ ‎For the first time since the characters debuted in 2013, Knight moves the Peaky Blinders story onto the ...

‎One particular moment in Avatar: Fire and Ash has sparked widespread discussion among critics and audiences alike — an intense, provocative encounter between the movie’s two main antagonists, Col. Miles Quaritch, portrayed by Stephen Lang, and Varang, the Ash People’s witch-queen played by Oona Chaplin. ‎ ‎James Cameron explains why the intense Quaritch–Varang scene in Avatar: Fire and Ash stands out, reveals it’s his favorite moment, and shares how Oona Chaplin won the role. ‎20th Century Studios/Courtesy Everett Collection ‎ ‎The scene, which carries a heavy mix of sensuality, hallucinogenic elements, and power-driven tension, is strikingly bold for the typically family-oriented Avatar franchise. Beyond its shock value, it stands out as one of the film’s most compelling and unpredictable sequences — and it may even be director James Cameron’s personal favorite. ‎ ‎During the moment, Quaritch enters Varang’s tent hoping to persuade the volatile leader of the Ash People to...

‎“He sees the good in everyone. And I see the truth.” ‎ ‎DC Studios has launched the first official trailer for “Supergirl”, dropping it online shortly after a private preview gathering in Manhattan hosted by co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran, director Craig Gillespie, and lead star Milly Alcock. The trailer — and the star-filled event — clearly position Alcock’s Kara Zor-El as a far more hardened figure compared to her hopeful cousin Superman. ‎ ‎New “Supergirl” trailer reveals Milly Alcock’s darker, gritty Kara Zor-El, showcasing an anti-hero journey, cosmic chaos, and a bold new DC direction. ‎DC Studios  ‎ ‎Set to Blondie’s “Call Me,” the footage continues from Supergirl’s cameo at the end of Gunn’s “Superman.” Kara enters the Fortress of Solitude searching for her superpowered companion, Krypto, before the trailer cuts to her sitting alone in a dim room, exhaustion on her face, blowing out a single birthday candle and longing for a brighter future. ‎ ‎“Twenty-thr...

‎Another terrifying call is coming. Paramount Pictures has officially confirmed that Scream 7 will hit theaters on February 27, 2026, marking the next chapter in the long-running slasher franchise that began nearly three decades ago. ‎ ‎Scream 7 arrives February 27, 2026, with Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette returning for the next Ghostface showdown. ‎Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Media ‎ ‎The Scream series first debuted in 1996, directed by the late Wes Craven, and quickly became one of horror’s most iconic franchises. After Craven’s passing in 2015, the saga was revived in 2022 with a new generation of Ghostface killers under directors Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, alongside legacy stars Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette. ‎ ‎Neve Campbell Returns as Sidney Prescott ‎ ‎Neve Campbell is officially returning as Sidney Prescott after sitting out Scream VI due to a pay dispute. The actress confirmed her comeback in March 2024, reuni...

‎Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation have officially begun development on The Mitchells vs. the Machines 2, a sequel to the 2021 Oscar-nominated animated hit. The upcoming film will be directed by Guillermo Martinez and JP Sans, with production scheduled to start in early 2026. ‎ ‎Netflix and Sony Animation are developing ‘The Mitchells vs. the Machines 2,’ directed by Guillermo Martinez and JP Sans, set for 2026 production. ‎Netflix ‎ ‎Martinez, who served as head of story for the original Mitchells vs. the Machines, makes his directorial debut with the sequel. Sans, known for co-directing The Bad Guys 2, joins him at the helm. The screenplay is being written by Wendy Molyneux and Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin, the sister writing duo behind The Great North. ‎ ‎Netflix will once again distribute the animated feature as part of its ongoing partnership with Sony Pictures Animation. Both studios are reportedly aiming for a closer creative collaboration on the sequel than they had on...

‎Disney’s Tron: Ares is turning into one of the studio’s steepest box office setbacks of 2025, with industry sources confirming the sci-fi sequel is expected to lose over $132 million. The film, directed by Joachim Rønning and starring Jared Leto, Greta Lee, and Jeff Bridges, reportedly carried a net production cost of $220 million—much higher than the $170–$180 million previously circulated. ‎ ‎Disney’s Tron: Ares is projected to lose over $132 million after underperforming globally despite a massive $220M production budget. ‎Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection ‎ ‎Through its second weekend, Tron: Ares had earned a worldwide total of $103 million, including an $11.1 million domestic weekend marked by a steep 67% drop. Analysts estimate that even if the film reaches a $160 million global gross, its final losses will remain substantial. ‎ ‎At that projected box office total, Tron: Ares would generate approximately $72.2 million in theatrical renta...

‎Netflix is reviving its hit animated film KPop Demon Hunters for a limited Halloween-themed theatrical run across major U.S. cinema chains. The fan-favorite fantasy adventure will return to AMC, Regal, and Cinemark theaters from October 31 through November 2 for special sing-along screenings where costumes are encouraged. ‎ ‎Netflix re-releases KPop Demon Hunters in AMC, Regal, and Cinemark theaters for Halloween sing-along events from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2. ‎Netflix ‎ ‎The Halloween event marks another significant step for Netflix, a company traditionally known for its streaming-first approach. The decision to bring KPop Demon Hunters back to the big screen signals growing collaboration between Netflix and major exhibitors. This is particularly notable as AMC, Regal, and Cinemark have historically avoided programming Netflix titles due to differing views on theatrical exclusivity windows. ‎ ‎KPop Demon Hunters follows a fictional K-pop girl group that battles demons through t...

‎Netflix and the BBC have officially greenlit a two-season sequel to Peaky Blinders, the acclaimed crime drama created by Steven Knight. The upcoming series will expand the Shelby family saga across 12 new episodes and explore Birmingham’s transformation in the aftermath of World War II. ‎ ‎Netflix and BBC greenlight Peaky Blinders sequel with two seasons. Set in 1953 Birmingham, the Shelbys return to dominate a rebuilding city. ‎Courtesy Everett Collection ‎ ‎Knight confirmed the continuation of the story, revealing that the new series will remain set in Birmingham. The plot will unfold as the city begins its massive reconstruction following the destruction caused by the Birmingham Blitz. With a new generation of Shelbys at the helm, the sequel promises a bold and intense narrative direction. ‎ ‎Set in 1953, the sequel explores a post-war Birmingham rebuilding itself with concrete and steel. The race to control the city’s reconstruction becomes a fierce power struggle, pla...

‎James Gunn has shed light on the pivotal Earth-2 storyline in Peacemaker season two, revealing how Danielle Brooks’ input helped shape one of the show’s most sensitive narrative turns. ‎ James Gunn reveals how Peacemaker season 2’s Earth-2 twist was shaped with Danielle Brooks’ input, plus updates on Lex Luthor and DCU ties. ‎Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images ‎ ‎The second season follows Christopher “Peacemaker” Smith (John Cena) as he discovers an alternate reality through his family’s Quantum Unfolding Chamber (QUC). Earth-2 initially offers him everything he has long desired: a loving father, Auggie Smith (Robert Patrick); a supportive Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland); and a grown-up version of his brother Keith (David Denman), who never died in childhood. ‎ ‎By episode five, “Back to the Suture,” Peacemaker chooses to remain in Earth-2, believing he has finally found fulfillment. However, the utopian façade collapses as Evergreen, Washington, is revealed to be a “sund...

A zombie outbreak in a quiet Finnish farming town takes center stage in Pigtown, the directorial debut of Pekka Ollula, which won the top prize among Nordic projects at the Finnish Film Affair. The industry showcase ran alongside the Helsinki International Film Festival – Love & Anarchy. Pekka Ollula’s debut Pigtown wins Finnish Film Affair’s top Nordic prize, blending zombies, comedy, and rural life ahead of its Sitges premiere. Oohlala Pictures Described by Ollula as a “rural romantic zombie comedy,” the film follows Iida, an animal rights activist eager to reform her life. Her friend Anja escalates their activism by spiking pig feed with a mysterious black liquid, unleashing a plague that transforms pigs—and later villagers—into ravenous zombies. When Sami, a city dweller returning to his family’s farm, meets Iida at a local festival, their budding connection collides with chaos as a bingo game turns into a violent bloodbath. The filmmaker calls Pigtown “a rural genr...

‎Horror films have explored haunted houses, cursed artifacts, and sinister cults, but few have delved into the world of professional sports. Jordan Peele’s latest production, Him, directed by Justin Tipping (Kicks), seeks to change that with a chilling story about the dark side of ambition in football. ‎ ‎Jordan Peele’s Him blends football and horror, following a rising quarterback drawn into dark rituals on his path to greatness. ‎Universal Pictures ‎ ‎The film follows Cameron Cade (Tyriq Withers, I Know What You Did Last Summer), a standout college quarterback preparing for an NFL career. His path takes a nightmarish turn when he is attacked by a masked figure before a scouting event, leaving him with a traumatic brain injury. Despite medical warnings to abandon the game, Cade refuses to give up his dreams, influenced by his father’s relentless pursuit of success and the urgings of his agent, played by Tim Heidecker. ‎ ‎Cade soon begins training under Isaiah White (Marlon...