‘A Minecraft Movie’ Sequel Gets New Title
The follow-up to last year's box office hit, starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa, is slated to release in theaters next year.
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Kelly Curtis, ‘The Sentinel’ Actress and Sister of Jamie Lee Curtis, Dies at 69
Kelly Curtis, an American actress and the sister of Jamie Lee Curtis, died on Saturday. She was 69. Jamie Lee Curtis announced her older sister’s death in a Facebook post. She wrote, “A warm aloha to my older sister, Kelly Lee Curtis. She passed away this morning. In her home.
Josh Safdie-Produced Reality Series ‘Neighbors’ Submits in 10 Emmy Categories, Including 5 Bids for Robert Redford’s Grandson (EXCLUSIVE)
HBO Max is going wide with its Emmy campaign for “Neighbors,” the Josh Safdie-produced docuseries that turned America’s pettiest property-line feuds into one of the most talked-about unscripted experiments of the season. After being greenlit for a second season, the network is
‘Minecraft’ Sequel Gets New Title: ‘A Minecraft Movie Squared’
Everything is squared away for the highly anticipated sequel to the hit “Minecraft” movie, which is now officially titled “A Minecraft Movie Squared.” “A Minecraft Movie,” Warner Bros. and Legendary’s PG adventure headlined by Jack Black and Jason Momoa, dominated the spring
Jason Blum Opens Produced By Conference Comparing the Low-Budget Horror Boom to ‘Edgy Movies’ With a ’70s Vibe
Producers Jason Blum and James Wan opened the Produced By conference on Saturday with a declaration that the film business is strongly rebounding from the post-COVID doldrums. The pair spoke with enthusiasm as their Blumhouse-Atomic Monster studio is riding high on the success
Stephanie Han vs. Holly Holm 2 Livestream: Here’s Where to Watch the Rematch Title Bout Online
The best boxers in the world travel to “The Lone Star State” for the Most Valuable Promotions Women (MVPW) boxing event. For the main matchup, which is also a rematch, Texan Stephanie Han (12-0-0) defends her WBA Lightweight World Championship title against New Mexican Holly
Brendan Fraser Visited London’s Imperial War Museum and Dug Through WWII Archives for ‘Pressure’; How the Film’s Set Ties Directly to ‘The Mummy Returns’
Brendan Fraser figured he knew his history. Growing up in Holland in the 1970s, he’d go to London and visit the Imperial War Museum. He got to see military hardware. “It’s eye-opening,” he says. “It was scary to me.” He’d read books. He’d seen the films, and he even heard
Kelly Curtis, Actress and Sister of Jamie Lee Curtis, Dead at 69
The daughter of Oscar-nominees Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh was best known for performances in film Trading Places and TV series The Sentinel
Box Office: ‘Backrooms’ Scares Up $38 Million on Friday, Already Shattering Record for A24’s Best Opening Weekend
Kane Parsons’ “Backrooms” has already shattered the record for A24’s best opening weekend. Adapted from Parsons’ viral YouTube series, “Backrooms” earned $38 million domestic on Friday from 3,442 theaters, and is projected to gross $85 million to $90 million through the
‘Backrooms’ Setting A24 Record With $80M-Plus Opening, Focus’ ‘Obsession’ Making Box Office History in Third Weekend
YouTube filmmakers are ascendant, with 'Obsession' topping the second weekend of 'Mandalorian and Grogu' and becoming the first film in more than 40 years to increase in both its second and third weekends, outside of Christmas.
Kelly Curtis, Actress and Sister of Jamie Lee Curtis, Dies at 69
The daughter of Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh starred in the foreign films ‘Magic Sticks’ and ‘The Devil’s Daughter’ and was a documentarian.
Hannah Waddingham on ‘Wicked’s’ Madame Morrible Rumors, Her New Action Series ‘Ride or Die’ and Stepping Back Into Rebecca’s Stilettos in ‘Ted Lasso’: ‘I Am Blessed’
Most actors dread a bad review, but Hannah Waddingham credits the critics for catapulting her to the next phase of her career. It was 2000, and Waddingham had recently wrapped a musical about artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London. The show
Emily Blunt Says She Is ‘Terrified of AI’ and Refused to Use it on ‘Disclosure Day’
Emily Blunt is “terrified” of AI and chose not to rely on it during a pivotal sequence in Steven Spielberg’s upcoming film “Disclosure Day.” The Spielberg-directed sci-fi film follows a Kansas City TV meteorologist, played by Blunt, who is suddenly overcome by a mysterious
‘Spider-Noir’ Finale: Nicolas Cage on Who Dies, Those Explosive Fights, The Spider’s Sacrifice and If He’ll Return for a Season 2
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from the Season 1 finale of “Spider-Noir,” now streaming on Prime Video. “Spider-Noir” is unlike any superhero saga we’ve ever experienced before. A film noir/superhero hybrid shot in stunning black and white (but also available in
‘Heated Rivalry’ Creator Says Season 2 Is Coming ‘as Soon as Possible’
Jacob Tierney confirmed that he is "working very hard" on new episodes of the series, based on Rachel Reid's The Long Game
Vanilla Ice Defends Plans to Perform at Trump White House’s ‘Freedom 250’: ‘I’ll Go Play for Putin and I’ll Play in Iran if You Want’
Multiple artists have dropped out of the Donald Trump-backed “Freedom 250” festival this summer. But Vanilla Ice is sticking to his guns and plans to keep his gig at the D.C. event. According to Vanilla Ice, “music is not political” — and he said he would perform for Russian
Shanghai Film Festival Unveils Golden Goblet Competition Selection
The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival has unveiled the competition lineup for its Golden Goblet Awards, spanning five categories across fiction, documentary, animation, and short film. The festival runs June 12-21. The main competition features 12 titles drawn from 15
Where to Watch Dmitry Bivol vs. Michael Eifert Boxing Live Online
In a title bout for multiple light heavyweight championship, Russian Dmitry Bivol takes on German boxer Michael Eifert in a 12-round match. What’s on the line? Bivol’s IBF, WBA and WBO light heavyweight title belts. At the end of the contest, one of these fighters will have
Kazakhstan Cinema Is Ready to Make a Splash at SXSW London. No Need for Borat!
With 'Sicko' and 'Becoming' among the feature lineup, along with a short, the event's head of screen Anna Bogutskaya explains why the Central Asian country, and the broader region, warrant attention.
Lucasfilm Pays Tribute to ‘Star Wars’ Editor Marcia Lucas: ‘Deeply Saddened’
Lucasfilm has posted a statement mourning the death of Marcia Lucas, George Lucas’ former wife who was one of three to share an Oscar for editing “Star Wars.” The editor of iconic ’70s films including “Taxi Driver” died Wednesday in Rancho Mirage, Calif following a battle with
Bill Maher Brutally Mocks Trump’s Disastrous Freedom 250 Concert
Before accused sexual harasser Neil deGrasse Tyson joined the show for a softball interview, “Real Time” host Bill Maher dedicated a large chunk of his monologue Friday night to President Trump’s unfortunate Freedom 250 concert series on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.,
’13 Reasons Why’ Actors Ross Butler and Timothy Granaderos Reunite at Filipino Forces Event
The stars of “13 Reasons Why” Ross Butler and Timothy Granaderos reunited at the 4th annual Filipino Forces event in Hollywood. The dinner brought together influential Filipinos across fashion, entertainment and tech. Attendees included “Chief of War” actor Brandon Finn, writer
‘The Pitt’ Star Kristin Villanueva Says She Would Like to Explore Producing at Filipino Forces Event
“The Pitt” star Kristin Villanueva said she would like to explore producing. Speaking at the 4th annual Filipino Forces event in Hollywood, Villanueva who plays Princess on the HBO show revealed that she hoped to add to her resume. “On a career level, I’ve been an actress for
Frankie Valli Cancels Concerts for Remainder of 2026 ‘to Focus on My Health’
Frankie Valli, who at 92 has never lost his love for the road, announced Friday that he is canceling the remainder of his concert dates for 2026, due to health issues. “I’m so sorry to disappoint the folks who have purchased tickets to my shows,” he said on social media, “but I
Marcia Lucas, Oscar-Winning Editor Behind ‘Star Wars,’ Dies at 80
She also worked with then-husband George Lucas on ‘Return of the Jedi’ and ‘American Graffiti.’
Nithya Raman Calls on Governor Candidates to Back Uncapped Film Credits
In the final days before the Tuesday election, L.A. Councilwoman Nithya Raman urged candidates for governor on Friday to support uncapped tax incentives for film and TV production. Raman appeared outside Radford Studios with entertainment figures who support her mayoral
How to Watch the Original ‘Backrooms’ YouTube Series That Inspired Kane Parsons’ Eerie A24 Film
Having already grossed more than $10 million in previews, “Backrooms,” the latest feature from A24 and the debut directorial effort of 20-year-old Kane Parson, is already posed to be a box office hit. Out in theaters nationwide now, the horror film, starring Chiwetel Ejiofor,
Marcia Lucas, Oscar-Winning ‘Star Wars’ Editor, Dies at 80
Marcia Lucas, the film editor who won an Oscar for editing “Star Wars,” directed by her former husband George Lucas, and shaped several influential films of the 1970s, died Wednesday in Rancho Mirage, Calif. She was 80. The family’s attorney confirmed she died of cancer.
‘Dutton Ranch’ Episode 4: Rip Shoots Dozens of Cows, Beth Catches Carter Hooking Up With Beulah’s Granddaughter and We Meet Creepy Dwight
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from the fourth episode of “Dutton Ranch,” “Start With a Bullet,” which is now streaming on Paramount+. Welcome back to another week at the Dutton Ranch, but instead of rip-roarin’ action, everyone is drunk and depressed. We’ve got
‘Deli Boys’ Star Poorna Jagannathan on Her Character’s Season 2 Romance: ‘Lucky Loves Toxic’
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for “Deli Boys” Season 2, which premiered May 28 on Hulu with all six episodes. “Deli Boys” Season 2 is all about Lucky in love. At the start of the new season of the critically-acclaimed comedy, Lucky — played by the incredibly
‘Sound of Falling’ Sweeps German Film Awards
Mascha Schilinski's period drama, following four young women across four eras of German history, won 10 Lolas, including best film, best director and best screenplay.
Trump Blasts Judge Who Ordered President’s Name Removed From Kennedy Center and Halted Renovations, Says He Will Transfer Control of Institution to Congress
President Donald Trump took aim at the judge who halted his plans to renovate the Kennedy Center — and ordered Trump’s name taken off the building — saying the judge should “be ashamed of himself,” because the center is “structurally dangerous” and a threat to public safety. In
‘Wednesday,’ ‘Beef’ and ‘Stranger Things’ Artisans Reveal the Essential Tools They Need to Do Their Jobs
Every artist needs one key tool to do their job. In a special edition of Variety’s For the Love of the Craft presented by Netflix, senior artisans editor Jazz Tangcay caught up with the artisans behind some of the streamer’s biggest shows to learn about the one essential they
Cannes Un Certain Regard Winner ‘Everytime’ Sells to 1-2 Special for North America
An unlikely trio hit by grief goes on a family holiday that never happened in the third feature from Austrian writer-director Sandra Wollner, in which reality and fiction blur, and so does time.
Hannah Einbinder Speaks Out Against Spencer Pratt’s Mayoral Campaign: ‘It’s Important to Resist That’
Following Thursday’s emotional series finale to “Hacks,” Hannah Einbinder is speaking out against Spencer Pratt’s run to be L.A.’s new mayor. “There’s a lot of wealth in this city and I think that there are a lot of people who masquerade as Democrats or people on the left, but
Everybody Loves Grogu: How ‘Star Wars’ Artisans Brought the ‘Rascally’ Baby Yoda To Life
When a film like “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” is released, a certain level of fanfare is to be expected. Naturally, it was only a matter of time before audiences crowned a member of the cast as Hollywood’s emergent star du jour. This time around, though, the one
‘Toy Story’ or Tay Story? Easter Eggs in New ‘TS’ Billboard Campaign Heighten Fans’ Belief That Taylor Swift Is Involved in Pixar Sequel
Taylor Swift fans have been hoping that Disney/Pixar will “just say yes” when it comes to confirming longstanding rumors that the pop superstar is involved in some way with “Toy Story 5.” That’s not happening… yet. But anticipation over the possibility was further piqued
‘Backrooms’ Director Kane Parsons Explains It All: Breaking Down Liminal Spaces, Why He Was Nervous His Work Might Get ‘Butchered by Suits’ and What Sequels Might Look Like
“Backrooms” is one of the most unique cinematic events of the year. The film, which opens in theaters Friday via A24, was directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons, who previously developed the web series of the same name. Already tallying huge box office numbers from Thursday
Judge Orders Kennedy Center to Remove Trump’s Name From Building Within Two Weeks, Halts Planned Two-Year Closure for Renovation
The move by the Kennedy Center’s board of trustees to add President Donald Trump’s name to the D.C. cultural institution was illegal, a federal judge ruled Friday. U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ordered Kennedy Center officials to remove Trump’s name from the building
Backstage at ‘The Lost Boys’: How Tony Nominee Ali Louis Bourzgui Becomes a Punk Rock Vampire
It’s an hour before curtain at “The Lost Boys,” and Ali Louis Bourzgui is rolling out a red yoga mat in his dressing room so he can work his core before the matinee starts. As David, the rock god vampire whose bloodlust drives the Broadway musical’s action, Bourzgui struts
How the ‘Hacks’ Finale Managed to Shoot in the Louvre After Last Year’s Heist Made It Seemingly Impossible
From the very beginning of “Hacks,” creators Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs and Jen Statsky knew where they wanted the show’s finale to take place: Paris. At the top of their wishlist, of course, was filming at the Louvre. After all, it’s the best-known art museum, and houses the
Allison Janney and Andrew Rannells Make for a Graceful Two-Hander About Grief in HBO Movie ‘Miss You, Love You’: Review
“Miss You, Love You” — a feature written and directed by Jim Rash (auteur of “The Way, Way Back,” and also the comedic genius behind Dean Pelton on “Community”) that premiered at Sundance earlier this year and debuts on HBO this week — is technically a movie, but it’s the type
Court Formally Clears Hernan Lopez, Former Fox TV Exec and Wondery Founder, of Bribery Charge
More than six years after Hernan Lopez was indicted by federal prosecutors for allegedly participating in a scheme to bribe FIFA soccer officials, a court has dismissed the case. Lopez, former head of Fox International Channels, was convicted in the case in 2023 along with
Kanye West Gets Go-Ahead From Government to Perform in the Netherlands, Despite Protests
One day ahead of Kanye West’s summer tour kickoff in Istanbul, he has received the go-ahead from officials in the Netherlands for planned dates in the city of Arnhelm on June 6 and 8, despite pushback and protests in the country. “Solid grounds are needed to bar people from
Hannah Rose May Tackles Hollywood Horror Moviemaking With New Comic ‘Fatal Fest’ (Exclusive)
The IDW Dark series is the latest horror title from the actress-turned-comics author.
John Travolta on Taking Lessons From Quentin Tarantino and Mike Nichols for Directorial Debut
The superstar is in the director's chair for an hour-long adaptation of his 1997 children's novel 'Propeller One-Way Night Coach.'
Original ‘Baywatch’ Stars Michael Bergin and Kelly Packard Join Reboot at Fox
Two more “Baywatch” OGs have been cast in the upcoming reboot at Fox. Michael Bergin and Kelly Packard will guest star in the new series, reprising their respective roles as lifeguards Jack “J.D.” Darius and April Giminski. Bergin had a lead role in “Baywatch” Seasons 8-11 and
Universal Music Group Officially Rejects Bill Ackman’s $64 Billion Takeover Bid
The board of Universal Music Group has rejected an unsolicited $64 billion takeover offer from Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital, the company announced on Friday. The move comes a day after key shareholder Vincent Bollore urged UMG to reject the offer. The “Board of
‘Terrifier’ Creator Damien Leone Partnering With Sam Raimi on ‘Tortures of the Damned’ for Lionsgate
Lionsgate has picked up “Tortures of the Damned,” the next horror project from “Terrifier’s” Damien Leone. The studio and filmmakers are keeping the plot under wraps, but given that Leone is the demented mind behind Art the Clown, it’s a pretty safe bet the bodies will pile up.
