Anthony Ippolito Comes to Life as Young Sylvester Stallone in First ‘I Play Rocky’ Footage
The film follows the true story behind the making of 'Rocky,' timed to the classic's 50th anniversary.
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‘I Play Rocky’ CinemaCon Trailer: Newcomer Anthony Ippolito is Dead Ringer For Sylvester Stallone
Yo Adrian, the Italian Stallion is back in the ring. Amazon MGM brought a teaser of “I Play Rocky,” a drama about the true story behind the tumultuous making of the 1976 boxing classic “Rocky.” Anthony Ippolito, best known for “The Offer,” portrays a young Sylvester Stallone,
‘Highlander’ First Footage Unveils Henry Cavill’s ‘John Wick’-Esque Action, Rave Fight Scene and Immortal Killers
Henry Cavill’s “Highlander” reboot got a first look during Amazon MGM’s presentation at CinemaCon, the annual convention for movie theaters owners that’s underway in Las Vegas. Filming is still underway, but CinemaCon attendees saw behind-the-scenes footage and some seriously
Henry Cavill Unveils ‘Highlander’ Reboot’s Thrilling First Footage
Chad Stahelski directs the fantasy feature that Amazon MGM Studios teased at CinemaCon.
Nicholas Hoult Leads a Crew of Criminal YouTubers in First ‘How to Rob a Bank’ Footage
Anna Sawai, Pete Davidson, Zoë Kravitz and John C. Reilly also star in David Leitch's latest.
Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson Face Off in First ‘Verity’ Trailer
The footage from the upcoming Colleen Hoover adaptation was revealed at CinemaCon.
’Four Minus Three,’ Film About Family, Tears, Clowns and Hope That Won a Berlin Award, Sells to France, Canada, Australia
Valerie Pachner stars in Austrian director Adrian Goiginger’s film based on a true story.
‘Spaceballs’ Sequel Officially Titled ‘The New One’
Mel Brooks brought the Farce to CinemaCon. Brooks didn’t attend the annual convention in Las Vegas, but the 99-year-old comedy legend sent a pre-taped video for the long-awaited sequel to his 1987 sci-fi parody “Spaceballs.” In the short clip, he also announced the sequel’s
‘Spaceballs 2’ Trailer Spoofs ‘Star Wars’ Lightsaber Fights, ‘Avatar’ and Hollywood Mergers in Hilarious Sequel Titled ‘The New One’
Mel Brooks brought the Farce to CinemaCon. Brooks didn’t attend the annual convention in Las Vegas, but the 99-year-old comedy legend sent a pre-taped video for the long-awaited sequel to his 1987 sci-fi parody “Spaceballs.” In the short clip, he also announced the sequel’s
Mel Brooks Unveils Title to ‘Spaceballs’ Sequel
The sequel is simply called 'Spaceballs: The New One,' and the first footage takes a shot at the 'Avatar' franchise.
James Bond Casting Process Teased by Amazon MGM: “A Responsibility We Don’t Take Lightly”
"Please know that we’re taking the time to do this with care and deep respect," film boss Courtenay Valenti told the audience at CinemaCon.
Jason Statham Unleashes ‘The Beekeeper 2’ Footage on CinemaCon
The action star reprises his role as former government assassin Adam Clay, as he literally harnesses the power of bees.
“All Hail the Queen”: Donna Langley’s Power on Full Display as Snoop Dogg, Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg Bet on Universal
The trio was part of the studio's presentation at CinemaCon. It's the first time Spielberg has turned up at the trade show to promote one of his many films, and was treated like a conquering hero by theater owners.
‘Masters of the Universe’: Camila Mendes Saves Nicholas Galitzine’s Life in New Footage
The two stars joined director Travis Knight on the CinemaCon stage for Amazon MGM's feature take on the Mattel property.
Amazon MGM’s Search for New James Bond Actor: ‘We’re Taking the Time to Do This With Care and Deep Respect’
James Bond will return… Well, at some point. Amazon MGM Studios gave the barest of updates on the next 007 film. The studio, which recently took over creative control of the spy franchise, has hired Denis Villeneuve to direct the next installment. Given Villeneuve’s success
Amazon MGM Makes Blood Oath to Theater Owners of 15 Movies Per Year: ‘Project Hail Mary’ Was ‘Just the Beginning’
“Project Hail Mary” and its $525 million dollar global box office haul was not a fluke, Amazon MGM Studios swore on a stack of James Bond novels in Las Vegas on Wednesday night. The tech monolith’s film arm took the main stage at CinemaCon — the annual gathering of movie
Michael B. Jordan, Adria Arjona Get Flirty in Action-Packed ‘Thomas Crown Affair’ Trailer
The stars took the stage at CinemaCon ahead of the heist movie hitting theaters in 2027.
Michael B. Jordan’s ‘Thomas Crown Affair’ Trailer Seduces CinemaCon With Art, Sex and an Oscar-Winning Six Pack
Fresh off a triumphant Oscar win, Michael B. Jordan hit CinemaCon to showcase his latest directorial effort: a slick remake of “The Thomas Crown Affair.” The annual convention of movie theater owners got a sneak peek at Jordan’s project — the third big-screen take on the story
Thai Pitch at Cannes Unveils Three Projects for 11th Edition, Led by Ekachai Uekrongtham’s WWII Drama (EXCLUSIVE)
Three Thai feature projects – among them a World War II drama from “Beautiful Boxer” helmer Ekachai Uekrongtham – will go before industry buyers and programmers at the 11th edition of Thai Pitch at Cannes, set for May 18–19 at the Thai Pavilion in Village International. The
Ariana Grande and Ben Stiller Face Off in Chaotic New ‘Focker In-Law’ Trailer
Robert De Niro reprises his role as retired CIA operative Jack Byrnes
Elevate Production Finance and Privata Capital Join Forces on New Indie Film Fund (EXCLUSIVE)
A new media finance fund backed by Privata Capital will give Elevate Production Finance substantially greater firepower to lend to independent film and television productions worldwide. Elevate Production Finance CEO Charles Auty said in a statement: “The new fund with Privata
Gummybear International and Toonz Mark 20 Years of Gummibär With Feature Film Set for 2027 (EXCLUSIVE)
Gummybear International Inc. is celebrating two decades of Gummibär, the animated character whose 2006 viral hit “I’m a Gummy Bear” made it one of the earliest breakout successes on the internet, with the company now eyeing a feature film for 2027 in partnership with Toonz
‘The Fear of 13’ Broadway Review: Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson’s Dynamic Performances Rein in a Tonally Bumpy Play
At age 21, Nick Yarris was stopped during a routine traffic stop, arrested and sentenced to die for the rape and murder of a young wife and mother. Though Yarris did not commit this crime, he would spend the next 22 years of his life in confinement awaiting an execution date.
Netflix Latin America’s Francisco Ramos Says: ‘I Believe It’s Crucial for Talented People to Feel They Can Succeed in Their Own Country’ (EXCLUSIVE)
After opening new offices in Mexico, Brazil and Argentina this year, Netflix is now turning its attention to Colombia. Francisco Ramos, Netflix’s VP of original content, Latin America, was at the 65th Cartagena Film Festival (FICCI) to present four key initiatives aimed at
Steven Spielberg’s ‘Disclosure Day’ Reveals First Look at Alien in New Footage
The filmmaker made his first-ever appearance on the CinemaCon stage in Las Vegas for his upcoming Universal film about the UFO/UAP phenomena.
Steven Spielberg Warns Hollywood Must Invest in Original Stories or Movies Will ‘Run Out of Gas,’ Debuts Eerie New ‘Disclosure Day’ Trailer at CinemaCon
They’re here. Steven Spielberg premiered a new trailer at CinemaCon on Wednesday for “Disclosure Day,” his return to summer blockbuster filmmaking after a decade mostly spent making personal dramas (“The Fabelmans”) and prestige fare (“West Side Story”). The film’s plot has
‘American Pie’ Star Shannon Elizabeth Joins OnlyFans After Hollywood ‘Controlled the Outcome of My Career’: ‘This Is About Changing That’
Shannon Elizabeth, who was one of Hollywood’s biggest sex symbols in the early 2000s thanks to her roles in the “American Pie” film franchise and the original “Scary Movie,” is joining OnlyFans, with her account officially going live on the platform starting Thursday, April 16.
Robert Eggers’ ‘Werwulf’ Brings Scares to CinemaCon
Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Lily Rose Depp star in Egger's latest — which seems to be going the 'Nosferatu' route of hiding the monster's appearance ahead of its release.
‘Lorne’ Review: Just When You Thought You Were Done Looking Back at ‘SNL,’ Morgan Neville’s Puckishly Playful Lorne Michaels Doc Completes the Picture
"Lorne" lures us in with the mischievous playfulness of its tone. The premise of the movie is that Lorne Michaels is one of those rare showbiz figures known, almost mythologically, by just one name (like Cher or Madonna), that he’s been studied from every angle by the media and
Kristen Bell Debuts as Mrs. Claus in First ‘Violent Night 2’ Trailer
David Harbour is back as the violent Santa in the action sequel.
Robert Eggers’ ‘Werwulf’ Trailer Shocks CinemaCon With Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Naked Transformation and More Gothic Horror in ‘Nosferatu’ Follow-Up
Director Robert Eggers is getting back into the period horror genre with “Werwulf,” his latest movie after his hit 2024 creature feature “Nosferatu.” A first look at the 13th-century werewolf tale was shown during Universal and Focus Features’ presentation at CinemaCon, the
‘Focker In-Law’ Trailer: Ariana Grande Infiltrates Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro’s Dysfunctional Family
Ariana Grande has conquered global arenas, the Oscars stage and, now, another CinemaCon. The triple-threat star lit up the annual Las Vegas convention of movie theater owners in a first trailer for “Focker In-Law,” a big-screen outing that lets Grande flex her impressive comedy
‘Focker In-Law’ Trailer Shows Ariana Grande’s Lie Detector Test as Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro Return
John Hamberg helmed the 'Meet the Parents' sequel.
‘Lord of the Flies’ and ‘Spartacus: House of Ashur’ Screenings Among Programming Added to SeriesFest’s 2026 Lineup (EXCLUSIVE)
A screening of Netflix’s “Lord of the Flies,” an innovation talk with NBCUniversal Entertainment chief business officer Liz Jenkins and a panel with writers from NBC dramas are among the additional programming SeriesFest has unveiled for its 12th season. The festival will take
Callum Turner, Monica Barbaro Try to Get Lucky in Trailer for Sex Comedy ‘One Night Only’
Will Gluck helmed the movie that was featured at CinemaCon before its summer release from Universal.
‘The World of the Married’ Director Mo Wan-il Sets Netflix K-Drama ‘The Facade of Love’ With Lee Dong-wook, Jeon So-nee, Jung Yu-mi
Netflix has begun production on “The Facade of Love,” a new Korean drama series starring Lee Dong-wook, Jeon So-nee, Jung Yu-mi, and Lee Jong-won, directed by Mo Wan-il and written by Ha Su-jin. Mo directed “The World of the Married,” the highest-rated drama in Korean cable
‘Baywatch’ Reboot: Erika Eleniak to Reprise Role of Shauni McClain
Another familiar face has joined the “Baywatch” reboot at Fox. Erika Eleniak, who starred in the first two seasons of the show before departing at the beginning of Season 3, will reprise her role as Shauni McClain in a guest starring capacity. A former Baywatch lifeguard,
‘The Odyssey’ Stuns CinemaCon With Intense Trojan Horse Attack Footage; Christopher Nolan Says Movie Was an ‘Absolute Nightmare to Film — in All the Right Ways’
The Patron Saint of Movie Theaters has returned to CinemaCon, the exhibition industry’s annual trade show. Christopher Nolan made his way to Las Vegas to talk up “The Odyssey,” his historical drama based on Homer’s Greek epic. Not that he needs to convince exhibitors to
Christopher Nolan Debuts Epic New Footage From ‘The Odyssey,’ Including Trojan Horse Sequence
The filmmaker appeared at CinemaCon to promote his anticipated follow-up to 'Oppenheimer.'
Snoop Dogg Lights Up CinemaCon With Surprise Concert to Tease Biopic
Actor Jonathan Daviss also joined the music star onstage to promote the forthcoming Universal film from Craig Brewer.
Taylor Momsen Hospitalized for Spider Bite While on AC/DC Tour — Two Years After a Bat Bit Her on AC/DC Tour
Taylor Momsen was hospitalized on Tuesday after she was bitten by a spider while her band, The Pretty Reckless, was on tour with AC/DC. Momsen took to Instagram to share a photo of her bitten leg. It appeared the bite was on her upper ankle, which resulted in a blotchy rash
‘Copenhagen Test’ Canceled After One Season at Peacock (EXCLUSIVE)
Peacock has canceled “The Copenhagen Test” after just one season, Variety has learned exclusively. The espionage thriller series, which was led by Simu Liu, dropped all eight episodes of its one and only season on Dec. 27, 2025. “The Copenhangen Test” was received mostly
An AI-Generated Val Kilmer Stars in Unsettling ‘As Deep as the Grave’ Trailer
The late actor's likeness appears at different ages throughout the film
Kennedy Ryan Inks First-Look Deal at Universal Studio Group With ‘Before I Let Go’ Series in the Works at Peacock (EXCLUSIVE)
NY Times bestselling author Kennedy Ryan is taking her popular contemporary romance stories from the page to the screen thanks to a new first-look deal with Universal Studio Group. Under the terms of the agreement, Ryan will develop and produce series for a variety of platforms
Joy Harmon, the Woman Who Washed the Car in ‘Cool Hand Luke,’ Dies at 87
She also appeared on Broadway, worked with Groucho Marx on a game show and starred in the films ‘One Way Wahine’ and ‘Village of the Giants.’
CBS’ George Cheeks Concedes This Season’s Total Viewers Ratings Crown to NBC: ‘Legendary February Will Be the Reason for That’
Paramount chair of TV media George Cheeks is gracious in defeat. CBS won’t end the year as the most-watched broadcast network, but he notes there’s a good reason for that: NBC’s “Legendary February.” “In full transparency, while this year is undeniably strong for CBS… CBS is
CBS to Air First-Ever ‘The Price Is Right’ Live Special, Adds Kids Choice Awards Simulcast
Throughout its entire 54-year history, “The Price Is Right” never aired a live episode — until this fall. CBS revealed Wednesday that it has ordered “The Price Is Right Live,” a one-hour special set to air during the holiday season. Drew Carey will host. “‘The Drew Carey Show’
‘No Harrison Ford’: Disneyland’s New Han Solo Debuts at Galaxy’s Edge and Gets Roasted by Fans for ‘Worst Wig Ever’ and More
Han Solo is coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif. on April 29, but not all fans are satisfied with the new look of the intergalactic smuggler. On April 15, the official “Star Wars” X account debuted a short sketch with the new Han Solo costumed
LISTEN: What Did the Writers Guild of America Achieve in its Four-Year Contract With Studios and Streamers?
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety’s Gene Maddaus details the Writers Guild of America’s four-year contract agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers that will be sent out to members for a ratification vote on April 16. This time
Elizabeth Banks Criticizes “White Ladies” Who Voted for Trump, Says “More of Us” Should Be Like ‘Hunger Games’ Character
'The Miniature Wife' star said she "wish[es] more of us were becoming revolutionaries" like her Effie, who initially "props up this fascist regime" but "gets turned by the events."