Wes Anderson’s ‘The Phoenician Scheme’ Debuts First Battle-Themed Trailer
Benicio del Toro and Mia Threapleton lead the ensemble cast for the feature that hits theaters in May.
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Bob Odenkirk Is Back and Bruised in ‘Nobody 2’ Footage
Universal Pictures debuted a first look at the Bob Odenkirk-starrer from filmmaker Timo Tjahjanto and 87North during its CinemaCon presentation in Las Vegas.
Marlon Wayans Reveals First Trailer for Jordan Peele-Produced Horror Movie ‘Him’
Wayans and co-star Tyriq Withers took the stage at CinemaCon to tease the football-themed Universal feature.
Donna Langley Urges Theater Owners to “Deliver an Experience” Better Than Audiences Find at Home
In return, the NBCUniversal Entertainment and Studios chairman assured cinema operators that Universal will continue to provide them with an unparalleled amount of product.
‘How To Train Your Dragon 2’ Sets Summer 2027 Release for Live-Action Sequel
Dean DeBlois helmed the franchise's first live-action feature remake that hits theaters in June.
‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ Live-Action Remake Coming to Theaters in 2027
Hiccup and Toothless will return to the big screen in 2027. A live-action adaptation of “How to Train Your Dragon 2” is currently in the works, Universal Pictures announced on Wednesday during its presentation at CinemaCon, the annual convention of movie theater owners. The
Kristen Wiig and Gloria Estefan Book a Spot in ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie’ for DreamWorks Animation
DreamWorks Animation president Margie Cohn revealed the casting news during Universal Pictures’ presentation at CinemaCon in Las Vegas on Wednesday afternoon.
‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ Trailer Roars at CinemaCon: Scarlett Johansson Battles a Fire-Breathing Mutant T-Rex
Some things are better left extinct. That’s what Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey are about to discover in “Jurassic World Rebirth.” A new trailer for the franchise reboot debuted at CinemaCon on Wednesday as part of Universal’s presentation to theater
Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali Unveil ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ Footage Featuring Adorable Baby Dinosaur
Director Gareth Edwards joined his stars CinemaCon to promote the latest feature in the dinosaur franchise.
‘Ballerina’ Star Ana de Armas Calls for More Original Female Action Films; Says Bond Should ‘Let James Be James’
Ana de Armas says there should be more films like her forthcoming bare-knuckle action project “Ballerina,” rather than tinkering with gender-swapping legacy characters like James Bond. De Armas is on the ground at CinemaCon, promoting her “John Wick” spinoff from Lionsgate,
Brennan Lee Mulligan on ‘Dimension 20: Titan Takedown’ and Why Learning About WWE Was Like ‘Dante’s Inferno’
Brennan Lee Mulligan has shown “Dimension 20” viewers countless new worlds as the dungeon master of Dropout’s tabletop actual play series, but now he’s stepping into a new realm: professional wrestling. The latest season of “Dimension 20,” “Titan Takedown,” is a four-episode
Shondaland Promotes Three Execs As It Expands Communications/Marketing, Consumer Products, Digital Marketing Footprints
Shondaland has promoted three executives to expanded roles as it aims to grow its communications/marketing, consumer products and digital media footprints. The shingle, currently based at Netflix under an overall deal, has upped Alyssa Schimel to to a newly created role as VP
Alison Krauss on Her First Album With Union Station in Over a Decade, ‘Arcadia,’ and the Long Tour to Follow: ‘I’m Champing at the Bit’
Alison Krauss will sell no high, lonesome sound before its time. Her fans don’t have to be reminded — although we will anyway — that it’s been 11 years since the last tour by her bluegrass band, Alison Krauss & Union Station, and an even longer 14 since the group’s last album.
Elijah Wood Says ‘Lord of the Rings’ Didn’t Pay Enough Where ‘You Could Rest Easy for the Rest of Your Life’: ‘Not Massive Salaries’ but ‘It Doesn’t Matter’
Elijah Wood is the latest cast member to be asked about the surprisingly low salaries the cast of “The Lord of the Rings” earned as part of Peter Jackson’s landmark trilogy, which went on to gross nearly $3 billion at the worldwide box office. Cate Blanchett, who starred as
Ana de Armas on Why Keanu Reeves’ ‘Ballerina’ Scene Became “More Intricate and Complicated”
The Oscar nominated actress recalls the first time Reeves walked on set in the Wick suit: "He was just full on."
Ice Cube Closes Deal for New ‘Friday’ Movie at Warner Bros. and New Line
Ice Cube has reached a deal to write and star in a new “Friday” movie for Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema. The new feature, which is titled “Last Friday,” will mark the fourth entry in the comedy series — and the first in over 20 years, following up “Friday After Next” in
The Best Bathing Suits in ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 — And Where to Buy Them
A new crew of White Lotus residents make their introduction in the highly anticipated third season of Mike White’s hit HBO show, this time on the picturesque island of Koh Samui in Thailand. With the updated resort location and its very stylish visitors comes a whole season’s
Nicolas Cage’s Son Avoids Jail, Gets Mental Health Diversion for Alleged Assault on Mom
“Nothing prepared me for April 28th, 2024, the night my son almost took my life,” Weston Cage's mother, Christina Fulton, said at a court hearing Wednesday
Michael Jackson Biopic in Flux as Filmmakers Mull Splitting Movie in Two
Producer Graham King is mulling a new reality for the project, but the idea is in early stages and would require sign-off from multiple partners, sources tell The Hollywood Reporter.
OnlyFans Founder Among Latest TikTok Bidders
As the deadline nears for TikTok’s Chinese parent to cut a deal to divest controlling ownership of the app or face a U.S. ban, new bidders are coming out of the woodwork. Among the interested investors in TikTok is Tim Stokely, founder of OnlyFans — the opt-in social media
John Krasinski and Natalie Portman Search for Immortality in Guy Ritchie’s ‘Fountain of Youth’ Trailer
The adventure-packed film is set to premiere May 23 on Apple TV+.
Deborah Norville Exiting ‘Inside Edition’ After 30 Years, As She Prepares to Launch New Syndicated Game Show
“Inside Edition” anchor Deborah Norville is departing the daytime newsmagazine strip after 30 years — even though she’s not leaving the syndication universe. Norville, who will next host the syndicated trivia game show “The Perfect Line” in fall 2025, revealed her departure
Variety Announces Additional Programming for Entertainment Marketing Summit Including Marketing Chiefs at FX, Lionsgate, Pixar, 20th Century Studios, NBC Universal
Variety has added additional programming to its 2025 Entertainment Marketing Summit, Presented by Deloitte, on April 24 in Los Angeles. Jennifer Storms, Chief Marketing Officer, NBCUniversal Television & Streaming; JP Richards, President, Worldwide Marketing, Lionsgate Motion
Marriott Bonvoy Unveiled as Official Hotel Partner of ‘Cowboy Carter Tour,’ Drops Beyoncé Ticket Sweepstakes
Tickets to Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour are on sale now, but Marriott Bonvoy members have a chance to score exclusive perks and access to the shows. Marriott has been announced as the official hotel partner of the Cowboy Carter Tour. As part of the partnership, the hotel and
‘A Minecraft Movie’ Aims for $70 Million-Plus in Domestic Box Office Debut
Will “A Minecraft Movie” level up at the box office? Warner Bros. and Legendary’s cinematic take on the beloved video game is targeting $70 million to $80 million in its domestic opening weekend. Based on surging advanced ticket sales, rivals and independent tracking services
‘Dexter: Resurrection’ Casts Bryan Lillis in Guest Star Role (EXCLUSIVE)
Bryan Lillis has been cast in a guest star role in “Dexter: Resurrection,” Variety has learned exclusively. Lillis will play Ryan, a guest staying at the Empire Hotel in the upcoming continuation of the “Dexter” franchise. He joins previously announced guest stars David
‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Dazzles CinemaCon as First Reactions Praise ‘Visually Stunning’ and ‘Fantastic’ Live-Action Remake: ‘A Gorgeous Reimagining’
Universal and DreamWorks Pictures’ live-action “How to Train Your Dragon” remake has been unveiled to members of the press and theater owners at CinemaCon, and the first reactions are calling it “one of the best live-action” remakes thus far. CinemaCon attendees were advised
‘A Minecraft Movie’ Review: Jason Momoa and Jack Black Bro It Up in a Genially Weightless Video-Game Quest
Hess brings something likable to "A Minecraft Movie." He’s a genial camp satirist who knows how to invest not taking anything seriously with a flaked-out conviction. "A Minecraft Movie" never stops goofing on itself, and that’s appealing.
‘Legally Blonde’ Prequel Series First Look: Lexi Minetree Makes Her Elle Woods Debut
Reese Witherspoon has shared a first look at Lexi Minetree as Elle Woods in “Elle,” Amazon Prime Video’s upcoming “Legally Blonde” prequel series. The series recently began filming, Witherspoon announced on Instagram. “Harvard was hard. High School was harder. Our new series,
Drake Allowed to Request Kendrick Lamar’s Contracts and More in ‘Not Like Us’ Lawsuit; ‘Now It’s Time to See What UMG Was So Desperately Trying to Hide,’ Lawyer Says
Drake made some progress in his defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” after a judge denied Universal’s request to stay the discovery process and allowed Drake to proceed in requesting access to documents, including Lamar’s
‘The Simpsons,’ ‘Family Guy,’ ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Renewed for Four More Seasons, ‘American Dad’ Officially Returning to Fox
“The Simpsons,” “Family Guy,” and “Bob’s Burgers” have locked in massive four-season renewals at Fox, Variety has learned. In addition, “American Dad” is officially returning to Fox, likewise with a four-season renewal. It was previously reported in March that “American Dad”
‘The Amazing Race’ Teases Emotionally Devastating Double U-Turn Vote: Watch First Clip (EXCLUSIVE)
This season of unpredictable twists on “The Amazing Race” isn’t letting up anytime soon, including a stunning double U-Turn vote in this week’s episode. Variety has an exclusive first look at the gameplay, which has a devastating impact on the relationships between the teams.
Michael Jackson Biopic Likely Splitting into Two Movies and Delaying Release Date
Antoine Fuqua’s upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, “Michael,” may be split into two movies. As a result, the Lionsgate and Universal Pictures International project will likely push its current Oct. 3 release date. While “Michael” was a major part of last year’s Lionsgate
Sparks on the Duo’s U.S. Summer Tour, New ‘Drowned in a Sea of Tears’ Single, Forthcoming ‘Mad!’ Album and That John Woo Movie Musical (EXCLUSIVE)
North America will be “Mad!” about the boys when Sparks embarks on a U.S. and Canada tour this summer, which the duo is announcing today on the heels of previously announced overseas dates for 2025. Also new to global Sparks fans today is a fresh single, “Drowned in a Sea of
‘Laundry’ and ‘Reconciliation’ Among American Black Film Festival Winners (EXCLUSIVE)
Okema T. Moore’s “Laundry” and Ian Phillips’ “Reconciliation” were among the winners of this year’s American Black Film Festival (ABFF), presented by Nice Crowd and Walmart as part of the third annual Black & Unlimited Fatherhood Project Director’s competition. The 29th annual
‘Hacks’ Season 4 Casts Jake Shane (EXCLUSIVE)
Jake Shane is set to appear in “Hacks” Season 4, Variety has learned exclusively. Shane will play the role of Social Media Girlie in the hit comedy’s fourth season, which will premiere on Max on April 10 at 9 p.m. ET. Per the official logline of the fourth season, “Tensions
Alexandra Daddario, Daveed Diggs, Josh Gad and Ashley Park Wrap Production on Nora Kirkpatrick’s ‘A Tree Fell in the Woods’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Writer-director Nora Kirkpatrick’s debut feature “A Tree Fell in the Woods,” starring Alexandra Daddario, Daveed Diggs, Josh Gad and Ashley Park, has wrapped production. The film is a surrealistic drama about the lies that get us out of bed in the morning, the lies that get us
Planning a Summer Getaway? Hilton’s All-Inclusive Celebration Packages Have You Covered
Let’s be real—when you’re celebrating a big moment, you want it to be nothing short of extraordinary. Whether you’re marking a milestone birthday, celebrating a wedding, or just reuniting the old gang together for a good “White Lotus”-esque good time (minus the murder),
Ellen Pompeo Asked Taylor Swift to ‘Write Me a Check’ for Charity Despite Knowing Each Other for ‘All but 20 Minutes’; Swift Sent the ‘Biggest Check Without Blinking an Eye’
Ellen Pompeo appeared on “The Jennifer Hudson Show” and reminisced about her relationship with Taylor Swift. The music icon famously named one of her cats after Pompeo’s “Grey’s Anatomy” character Meredith Grey. Pompeo then appeared in Swift’s “Bad Blood” music video alongside
Paul Feig, Melanie Lynskey, Julie Delpy Anchor 2025 Miami Film Festival Honorees
The 42nd edition of the Miami Film Festival returns in 2025 with a lineup that features a particularly robust showcase of local films and debut features, as well as a murderers’ row of high-profile honorees. In total, 198 titles will play at the festival from April 3-13 across
‘Game of Thrones’ Actor Iain Glen on Tackling Philippine History in New Film ‘Quezon’: It ‘Makes You Appreciate the Era That You’re in’
“Game of Thrones” veteran Iain Glen’s latest role is portraying Major General Leonard Wood in “Quezon,” the upcoming historical drama from acclaimed Filipino director Jerrold Tarog. In an interview with Variety from the film’s set in the Philippines, Glen discussed his
TV Critics Association Cancels Summer Press Tour
The Television Critics Association has canceled its summer press tour, the org announced to members on Wednesday. The TCA had previously also canceled its winter event due to low interest from networks and studios; this time, the org said once again there would not be a tour
‘South Park’ Season 27 Sets July Premiere and Takes Aim at Diddy, Ketamine and a War Against Canada
A new season of “South Park” will premiere on July 9, promising overflowing toilets, ketamine and a space-traveling Diddy. Plus, a violent war against Canada breaks out in the trailer for Season 27 of the raunchy Comedy Central series, co-created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone.
Outback Presents Announces New Board of Directors (EXCLUSIVE)
Outback Presents, North America’s leading independent, full-service promoter of live entertainment, has expanded its Board of Directors to include several prominent industry leaders. Under the leadership of Chairman of the Board Leigh Feuerstein, recent Board appointments
Tony Hale-Starrer ‘Sketch’ From Filmmaker Seth Worley Acquired by Angel Studios
The company behind the box office phenomenon ‘Sound of Freedom’ confirmed during its CinemaCon presentation that it has set a release date for Aug. 6 for ‘Sketch,’ which debuted to raves at TIFF.
Best Horror of April 2025: ‘Sinners,’ ‘Screamboat’ and a Chainsaw-Wielding Kevin Bacon
Welcome to Horror Explorer, a curated column showcasing the month’s best movies, series, books and everything else spooky worth checking out. I’m William Earl, the editor of Variety.com and the publication’s resident horror enthusiast. Please drop me a line at wearl@variety.com
Remembering Val Kilmer, a Powerful Actor Who Remained a Reluctant Movie Star
The 1980s marked the return of a lot of things. They were called “the greed decade,” which really meant that materialism was coming back with a vengeance. So was a new kind of traditionalism. We were going back to the future. And that required a new kind of movie star. He
CBS Put ‘Evening News’ Through Massive Overhaul. Now It Needs People to Watch
The venerable “CBS Evening News” has, for many of its viewers, been something consumed along with dinner. In recent weeks, the show has served up reports that could stop someone in mid-bite. Correspondent Nikki Battiste recently traveled to New Jersey, where CBS News cameras
Juno Temple to Lead A24 Drama Series ‘The Husbands’ on Apple TV+
“Ted Lasso” and “Fargo” star Juno Temple will lead a new A24 drama series, “The Husbands,” for Apple TV+. The London-set show, based on Holly Gramazio’s novel of the same name, follows Lauren (Temple), who returns home one night and is greeted by her husband, Michael — a man
‘Sound of Freedom’ Distributor Angel Studios Unveils WWII Resistance Feature ‘Truth & Treason,’ Sets Theatrical Release (EXCLUSIVE)
Angel Studios has transformed a project formerly announced as TV series into a feature film with a theatrical release — alongside giving it a title switch. WWII drama “Truth & Conviction,” unveiled by Angel last year as a four-part limited series, has become “Truth & Treason,”
