Jon M. Chu is set to direct a Broadway musical adaptation of the 2018 hit film "Crazy Rich Asians," with the new musical featuring a book by Leah Nanako Winkler, music by Helen Park, and lyrics by Amanda Green & Tat Tong. The announcement comes amidst anticipation for the two-part "Wicked" film, with the first part scheduled for release in November, and follows Chu's direction of the 2021 film adaptation of "In the Heights." The musical is described as a contemporary romantic comedy based on Kevin Kwan’s bestselling book trilogy and the Warner Bros. Pictures film, and the timeline for a pre-Broadway engagement will be announced soon.
Ghanaian filmmaker Blitz Bazawule is set to direct the historical drama "Black Samurai" for Warner Bros. Pictures, depicting the story of Yasuke, the first Black samurai who served under Japanese daimyo Oda Nobunaga in 16th century Japan. The film, described as an adrenalin-fueled action feature, won in a bidding war and is not a traditional biopic. Bazawule is also developing a limited series for FX and previously worked on "The Burial of Kojo."
Warner Bros. Pictures revealed exciting trailers and details for upcoming films at CinemaCon 2024, including "Joker: Folie à Deux" uniting Joaquin Phoenix's Arthur Fleck with Lady Gaga's Harley Quinn, "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" showcasing Anya Taylor-Joy's character on a mission, and "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" featuring new footage of the sequel. Additionally, "Mickey 17" and "Horizon: An American Saga" were introduced, along with M. Night Shyamalan's "Trap," which looks to send audiences to a concert gone wrong.
At CinemaCon, Tim Burton and the cast of "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" gathered to present the upcoming sequel, with Burton describing the reunion as a "weird family reunion." The film, set for release on Sept. 6, features returning stars Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder, along with new additions Catherine O'Hara, Willem Dafoe, Justin Theroux, and Monica Bellucci. The story follows Lydia Deetz's daughter, Astrid, accidentally opening a portal to the afterlife, leading to Beetlejuice's return. Keaton praised the quality of the script and expressed excitement for the film, while Ortega, who plays Astrid, was commended for seamlessly transitioning into the horror genre.
Hailee Steinfeld is set to star alongside Michael B. Jordan in Ryan Coogler's upcoming period supernatural thriller at Warner Bros. Pictures, which is rumored to involve vampires and Southern supernatural traditions in the Jim Crow-era South. The film, which also features Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Delroy Lindo, and Jack O’Connell, is set to begin filming in New Orleans this month and has a release date of March 7th, 2025.
Hailee Steinfeld is set to star alongside Michael B. Jordan in Ryan Coogler’s untitled supernatural thriller, which is set to begin filming in New Orleans. The project, shrouded in mystery, is rumored to be set in the Jim Crow-era South and may involve vampires and Southern supernatural traditions. Coogler wrote the script and is producing the film, which has a release date set for March 7, 2025. Steinfeld, known for her roles in the Spider-Verse movies and Hawkeye, is represented by CAA and Howard Fishman.
"Godzilla vs Kong" continues to exceed expectations at the box office, with a projected $175 million worldwide opening weekend, while "Ghostbusters" sequel sees a significant drop in its second weekend, potentially falling short of the $100 million domestic mark.
Warner Bros. Pictures released the teaser trailer for the highly anticipated sequel "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," featuring Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder reprising their roles. The trailer showcases familiar elements from the original film, including the iconic music and locations, while introducing new cast members. The sequel is set to hit theaters on September 6 and has generated excitement among fans of the darkly comedic and inventive original.
Maisy Stella, known for her role in "My Old Ass," joins Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor in a mysterious new thriller from Bad Robot and Warner Bros. Pictures, directed by David Robert Mitchell. The plot is under wraps, but the film has garnered attention since its announcement. Stella's breakout film "My Old Ass" premiered at Sundance and received strong reviews, securing a lucrative distribution deal.
The action-packed trailer for "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" teases an unseen threat that prompts Godzilla and Kong to prepare for war, with a young girl sensing the impending danger. The film promises to delve into the histories of the Titans and their ties to humankind, and is set for release by Warner Bros. Pictures on 29th March, 2024.
Warner Bros. Pictures' musical adaptation of "The Color Purple" will be available for streaming on Max starting February 16. Directed by Blitz Bazawule, the film features a star-studded cast and tells the classic story of love and resilience. Adapted from the novel and Broadway musical, the film has garnered critical acclaim and received numerous award nominations.
The long-awaited sequel to the 1988 film "Beetlejuice" has been announced, with the original cast members Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O'Hara returning alongside newcomer Jenna Ortega. Titled "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," the film's first poster has been released, teasing the return of the eccentric ghost. Tim Burton is set to direct, and the movie is written by Alfred Gough and Miles Miller, who also created the hit Netflix series "Wednesday."
The first poster for Beetlejuice 2 has been revealed, featuring a pair of ghastly hands and announcing a new title, "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," with a release date of September 6, 2024. Directed by Tim Burton, the sequel stars Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O'Hara, with new additions including Jenna Ortega, Monica Bellucci, and Willem Dafoe. The movie finished filming after a strike delay and is set for release from Warner Bros. Pictures.
Cinematographer Pierre Gill confirms that the upcoming "Dune: Prophecy" series won't use The Volume technology, as the set design rendered it unnecessary, with filming completed in December and post-production expected to take almost a year for a potential Fall release. The series, set 10,000 years before "Dune: Part Two," follows the Harkonnen Sisters as they establish the Bene Gesserit sect to combat forces threatening humankind's future.
Tom Cruise's new deal with Warner Bros. Pictures may lead to the long-awaited sequel to "Edge of Tomorrow," as the actor was reportedly unhappy with Paramount's handling of his projects. The deal includes the development of original and franchise theatrical films, and with Cruise now at Warner Bros., the sequel to the 2014 sci-fi film may finally come to fruition. This potential sequel is separate from another action-thriller film already greenlit for Cruise, who also has commitments to finish the next "Mission: Impossible" and a Doug Liman-directed film to be partly shot in space.
