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Wicked: For Good opened strongly with $143 million domestically, surpassing the original Wicked's opening, but experienced a steep second-week drop. Internationally, it has earned $29.4 million in 10 days, with potential to catch up to the original's total of $759 million, though competition from Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 may impact its success.
Gremlins 3 is officially confirmed, with Chris Columbus directing and Steven Spielberg as executive producer, set to release in November 2027, marking the return of the franchise after over three decades, with details still to be announced.
Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are returning for a fourth Mummy film, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, with plot details still under wraps. The franchise, originating in 1999, has seen multiple sequels and a failed reboot attempt, but remains popular, with the new installment promising an adventurous story set partly in Egypt.
George Clooney expressed pride and admiration for the recent Louvre heist and suggested that the upcoming 'Ocean's 14' film should incorporate the real-life event into its plot, reflecting his fascination with the audacity of the theft and his ongoing involvement in the Ocean's film franchise.
Mel Gibson's upcoming film 'The Resurrection of the Christ' has recast its main roles, with Jaakko Ohtonen replacing Jim Caviezel as Jesus and Mariela Garriga taking on Mary Magdalene, as the film prepares to be released in two parts in 2027, focusing on Jesus Christ's resurrection.
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are set to reprise their roles in the sequel 'Wicked: For Good' and are campaigning for Oscar nominations in the lead and supporting actress categories, respectively. If nominated again, they would be among the few performers to be recognized twice for the same role in Oscar history. The film continues the story from the original 'Wicked' and features new songs alongside beloved classics, with a release date of November 21.
Michael Mann's 'Heat 2' is moving from Warner Bros to United Artists for production and distribution, with Leonardo DiCaprio in early talks to star as Chris Shiherlis. The film, a sequel to the 1995 crime classic 'Heat,' will be produced by Mann, Bruckheimer, Stuber, and others, and is set to shoot next year after initial negotiations fell through with Warner Bros.
Meryl Streep, dressed as her 'Devil Wears Prada' character Miranda Priestly, was seen meeting Vogue's Anna Wintour backstage at Milan Fashion Show, as filming for the sequel to 'The Devil Wears Prada' takes place, set to be released on May 1, 2026.
Bill Burr is in talks to join the cast of Aaron Sorkin's sequel to The Social Network, potentially playing an amalgamation of real-world figures, as the film explores Facebook's interactions with events like the January 6 Capitol riot. The cast is not yet finalized, but Burr's involvement adds to his recent diverse entertainment pursuits, including stand-up, Broadway, and upcoming film projects.
The article explores how the mockumentary 'This Is Spinal Tap' and its sequel blur the lines between rock fiction and reality, drawing from real-life band stories and rock lore, with scenes inspired by actual events and musicians' anecdotes, highlighting the humorous and often true-to-life portrayal of rock 'n' roll life.
The sequel to 'Superman' titled 'Man of Tomorrow' will feature Superman teaming up with Lex Luthor against a larger threat, with filming expected to start in April 2026. The film is part of James Gunn's new DC Universe and is scheduled for release on July 9, 2027.
Sharon Stone has expressed skepticism about the upcoming Basic Instinct reboot, questioning its necessity and her involvement, especially given the poor reception of the 2006 sequel. She also criticized the scriptwriter Joe Eszterhas and emphasized her desire to leave her iconic role on a high note, while Eszterhas continues to develop new projects.
Quentin Tarantino explained why he chose not to direct the Netflix follow-up to 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,' citing a desire for his final film to explore new territory. He praised David Fincher's interest in adapting his work, highlighting their status as top directors, and confirmed he will still be involved as a producer. Tarantino also discussed scrapping his project 'The Movie Critic,' which was intended as a spiritual sequel to his original film.
Bob Odenkirk discusses the potential for more 'Nobody' films, his transition into action star, and his reflections on his roles in 'Better Call Saul' and 'Saul Goodman,' while also sharing insights about his health, training, and upcoming projects like 'Pluribus.'
Lori Evans Taylor, co-writer of 'Final Destination: Bloodlines,' is returning to write the seventh installment of the horror franchise, which has seen significant box office success and expanded its creative scope by exploring different time periods and settings.