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Lionsgate drops a trailer for Michael, a biopic charting Michael Jackson’s ascent from Jackson 5 child star to global icon, with Jaafar Jackson in the lead and Antoine Fuqua directing; the film also features Colman Domingo, Nia Long and Miles Teller and hits theaters on April 24.
Noah Centineo is set to star as John Rambo in a prequel that explains the Vietnam War veteran’s origins before First Blood; production has begun in Bangkok under director Jalmari Helander, with a script by Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani, and Lionsgate distributing, alongside an announced ensemble cast.
Lionsgate’s John Rambo prequel has begun production in Bangkok, with Noah Centineo leading a cast that includes Yao, Jason Tobin, Quincy Isaiah, Jefferson White, and Tayme Thapthimthong. Directed by Jalmari Helander from a script by Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani, the film is produced by Kevin King Templeton, Les Weldon, Jonathan Yunger, Michael Disco, and Angela Russo-Otstot, and will be distributed by Lionsgate.
The Housemaid has crossed $300 million worldwide ($305M total: $116M domestic and $189.1M international) on a $35M production budget, making Sydney Sweeney’s highest-grossing film to date; the international market drove most of the takings and a sequel is already in development.
Lionsgate’s Dirty Dancing sequel is moving forward with Jennifer Grey set to executive produce and reprise her role as Baby. Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson will produce, Kim Rosenstock is writing, and no director has been announced; Jonathan Levine remains an executive producer but will not direct, with production slated to begin later this year.
Sydney Sweeney is set to star in and executive produce 'The Housemaid’s Secret,' the upcoming sequel directed by Paul Feig, with Lionsgate planning a 2026 production. The film is based on Freida McFadden’s novel and follows the success of the first movie, with additional involvement from co-star Amanda Seyfried and returning producer Rebecca Sonnenshine.
Lionsgate's chairman announced that a John Wick AAA game and a new SAW project are upcoming, with no further details provided. The company has previously shown interest in developing major games based on these franchises, which are popular blockbusters with limited game adaptations so far.
Tyler Perry and Lionsgate are sued for $77 million by actor Mario Rodriguez, who alleges sexual assault and misconduct, with Perry's lawyer dismissing the claims as a 'failed money grab.' The lawsuit includes graphic allegations and claims Perry used his power to exploit hopeful actors, while Perry's legal team denies the accusations and criticizes the plaintiff's motives.
The teaser trailer for the Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' has garnered over 116 million views in its first 24 hours, setting a record for Lionsgate and for music biopic trailers, surpassing previous records held by trailers for Taylor Swift and Bob Marley films.
Lionsgate's teaser for the Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' garnered over 30 million views in six hours, surpassing expectations, and while a sequel is not confirmed, the creative team is working towards delivering more content after the first film's release scheduled for April 24, 2026.
Lionsgate is considering splitting the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic into two films, with more content to follow after the first release, which is scheduled for April 2026. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson, has received positive early feedback, and the studio is preparing to expand the story in future installments.
Lionsgate's political thriller 'Anniversary,' starring Diane Lane, opened in 800 theaters but received minimal attention and poor box office performance, possibly due to its sensitive political content amid a climate of government censorship and media retaliation.
Lionsgate has acquired rights to develop future 'Rambo' and 'Expendables' projects, including a 'Rambo' prequel starring Noah Centineo, with production set to begin in Thailand next year, expanding their action franchise portfolio.
Lionsgate is developing a sequel to 'The Last Witch Hunter' with Vin Diesel returning as Kaulder and Michael Caine potentially reprising his role, aiming for a quick production to capitalize on the film's ongoing popularity and technological advancements that could reduce costs.
The article describes a survival-themed treadmill challenge based on a Stephen King story, experienced during a Lionsgate screening in Los Angeles, emphasizing the intense and terrifying nature of the event.