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entertainment1 year ago

Paul Mescal to Portray Paul McCartney in Upcoming Beatles Biopic

Ridley Scott inadvertently revealed that Paul Mescal is set to star in an upcoming Beatles biopic directed by Sam Mendes, potentially playing Paul McCartney, though this hasn't been officially confirmed. This project may delay Mescal's involvement in Scott's film 'The Dog Stars.' Other rumored cast members for the Beatles films include Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr, with Harris Dickson and Charlie Rowe speculated to play John Lennon and George Harrison, respectively.

entertainment1 year ago

"Josh Brolin and Star-Studded Cast Join 'Knives Out 3'"

Josh Brolin has joined the cast of the next Knives Out film, directed by Rian Johnson. He joins a star-studded lineup including Daniel Craig, Jeremy Renner, and Glenn Close. This addition adds intrigue to the mystery, as previous killers in the series were played by former MCU actors. The film, described as Benoit Blanc's "most dangerous case yet," will be released on Netflix next year.

entertainment1 year ago

Giancarlo Esposito Joins 'Captain America: Brave New World' as Villain Amid Reshoots

Giancarlo Esposito has been confirmed to join the cast of "Captain America: Brave New World," set for release on February 14, 2025. While his role remains undisclosed, it is described as villainous. The film, directed by Julius Onah, features Anthony Mackie as the new Captain America and includes a star-studded cast. Esposito, known for his roles in "Breaking Bad" and "The Mandalorian," teased his Marvel involvement earlier this month.

entertainment1 year ago

"Knives Out 3: Title, Cast Additions, and Jeremy Renner's Reaction"

Jeremy Renner has been cast in Knives Out 3, titled "Wake Up Dead Man," despite a humorous reference to him in the previous film, Glass Onion. Renner's inclusion raises questions about how the film will handle the continuity of his character, with possibilities ranging from ignoring the reference to incorporating it into the plot. The film, featuring new cast members like Andrew Scott, Josh O’Connor, and Kerry Washington, is set for release in 2025.

entertainment1 year ago

"Comedy Veteran Molly Shannon Joins 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 Cast"

Molly Shannon has joined the cast of "Only Murders in the Building" Season 4 in a recurring role as a high powered Los Angeles businesswoman. The show, created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman, follows three neighbors in a New York City apartment who come together to record a true crime podcast. Shannon joins a star-studded list of recurring and guest stars, and the show is produced by a team including Martin, Hoffman, and Selena Gomez.

entertainment1 year ago

Geraldine Viswanathan Replaces Ayo Edebiri in Marvel's 'Thunderbolts' as Lewis Pullman Emerges as Top Choice for Role

Geraldine Viswanathan joins Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts, replacing Ayo Edebiri who departed due to scheduling issues after production delays. Viswanathan joins an ensemble cast including Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Wyatt Russell, Hannah John-Kamen, and Olga Kurylenko. The film, set to release in July 2025, is directed by Jake Schreier and produced by Kevin Feige. Viswanathan's recent projects include the TBS series Miracle Workers, Sundance film Cat Person, and the Apple pic The Beanie Bubble, with upcoming roles in Ethan Coen's Drive-Away Dolls and the Amazon comedy You're Cordially Invited.

entertainment2 years ago

Laurence Fishburne Joins Witcher Season 4

Laurence Fishburne, known for his role as Morpheus in The Matrix, will join Netflix's The Witcher as the vampiric character Emiel Regis. This marks the character's first appearance on the television show, and Fishburne's casting adds excitement to the series. With the release date for the next season still unknown, fans can look forward to seeing Fishburne in this new role alongside Liam Hemsworth, who will play Geralt of Rivia.