'Avatar: Fire And Ash' has reached over $760 million globally, contributing to the franchise's total exceeding $6 billion. 'Zootopia 2' has surpassed $1 billion internationally, making it the highest-grossing Hollywood animated film worldwide in 2025. Other notable releases include 'Wicked 2,' 'Anaconda,' and 'SpongeBob,' which have also achieved significant box office success internationally.
Tom Cruise made a surprise visit to the set of 'NCIS: Origins' at Paramount Studios, likely related to his ongoing film projects such as Top Gun 3 and Mission: Impossible, and was warmly received by the cast and crew, with references to his influence on the show's set design.
Jason Constantine, a respected Lionsgate Co-President and influential film executive known for championing franchises like 'Saw' and 'John Wick,' has died at 55 after battling cancer. He played a key role in acquiring and developing major films and franchises, leaving a lasting impact on the industry. Lionsgate mourns his loss and honors his legacy.
Nathan Kahane, President of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, is expected to leave his role by the end of the year to focus on producing, with Erin Westerman likely to take over his responsibilities; Kahane has been a key figure in expanding Lionsgate's film franchises and producing successful titles.
CinemaCon showcased upcoming films from major studios, with Disney presenting "Deadpool and Wolverine" and "Inside Out 2," while Lionsgate highlighted "Ballerina" and "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever." Paramount impressed with "Gladiator II" and "A Quiet Place: Day One," while Universal promoted "Wicked" and "Despicable Me 4." Warner Bros. featured "Joker: Folie a Deux" and "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga." Despite challenges in the industry, studios are banking on new installments in long-running franchises and offerings from notable filmmakers to revive the struggling box office.
