Well Go USA Is Sending ‘Train to Busan’ Back to Theaters, Sets Date for Yeon Sang-ho’s New Zombie Movie
Yeon's 'Colony' will premiere in Cannes before heading to theaters in North America.
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Takeo Hisamatsu Named Festival Director of Tokyo Film Festival
Hisamatsu, who previously served in the role from March 2017 to March 2021, replaces Tokyo chairman Hiroyasu Ando.
‘SNL U.K.’ Taps Nicola Coughlan and Aimee Lou Wood as Hosts for Next Two Episodes
“Saturday Night Live U.K.” has announced its next two hosts. “Bridgerton’s” Nicola Coughlan and “White Lotus” star Aimee Lou Wood will take on hosting duties for Episodes 5 and 6. Coughlan will be joined on April 25 by Foo Fighters as the musical guest, while Wood will host on
Jon Stewart Slams Trump for Claiming Jesus Photo Is Him as a Doctor: ‘We Expect Better Lies, Sir’
“AI is like, ‘Look, I can give you the fireworks and the healing powers and I can make you Jesus. But you weigh what you weigh’”
‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Stays No. 1 at U.K., Ireland Box Office
Universal’s “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” held the No. 1 spot at the U.K. and Ireland box office for a second weekend, taking £5.5 million ($7.5 million) and lifting its total to £28.3 million ($38.2 million), according to Comscore. “Project Hail Mary,” distributed by Sony,
Cannes: ACID Unveils Lineup of Nine “Adventurous” Films, Including Two by Directors From Iran
General delegate Pauline Ginot says the parallel section of the world's biggest film festival thrives on shining a spotlight on "bold" new voices, whether in fiction or documentary.
Indian Rapper King’s Prime Video Series ‘Lukkhe’ Sets Worldwide Premiere Date (EXCLUSIVE)
Prime Video has locked a worldwide premiere date for “Lukkhe,” an eight-episode musical action drama directed by Himank Gaur and produced by Vipul D. Shah and Rajesh Bahl under Optimystix Entertainment and White Guerrilla LLP. Created and executive produced by Agrim Joshi and
Sony’s Tom Rothman Calls on Theaters to Provide a Better Consumer Experience: “Get Off the Ad Crack”
The forthright executive says studios aren't solely to blame for the lagging box office, and that exhibitors must enforce windows, have shorter preshows and keep ticket prices in check.
Paul Dano Plays “New Rasputin” to Jude Law’s Putin in ‘The Wizard of the Kremlin’ Trailer
Olivier Assayas' political drama about the Russian leader's rise hits theaters on May 15.
Liam Gallagher Quips on Oasis’ Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction: ‘I Dreamt of This as a Little Nobody Singing in the Shower’
Oasis’ Liam Gallagher has weighed in on his band’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, quipping in classic Gallagher form after several years of scoffing at the institution. In a series of tweets on X after the Hall of Fame announcement, he began with a simple declaration:
‘Jumanji 3’ Gets Official Title and Action-Packed Trailer at CinemaCon; Dwayne Johnson Teases Robin Williams Tribute
Kevin Hart, Dwayne Johnson and Jack Black are dispensing with all the levels. Sony Pictures unveiled a first look at “Jumanji: Open World,” the long-gestating, latest entry in the action-comedy franchise, at CinemaCon on Monday as part of its presentation to theater owners.
Jon Stewart Slams Donald Trump for Saying He Thought His Jesus Photo Was ‘Me as a Doctor’: ‘Do You Even Care About Lying to Us Anymore?’
On this week’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart went after President Donald Trump for trying to justify posting a since-deleted photo depicting himself as Jesus healing the sick on Truth Social by saying he thought it was “me as a doctor.” Stewart pulled up the photo
New ‘Jumanji’ Title, Trailer Revealed by Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black at CinemaCon
Jake Kasdan returns to helm 'Open World,' which hits theaters in time for the holidays.
‘Beyond the Spider-Verse’ Scene Picks Up After Miles Morales Cliffhanger from ‘Across’
Sony showed off a look at the 2027 film as part of its CinemaCon slate, with franchise masterminds Phil Lord and Chris Miller also bringing a sizzle reel.
‘Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse’ First Footage Shows Miles Escaping From Prowler; Directors Tease ‘Final Chapter of Miles’ Story’ at CinemaCon
Miles Morales is still crawling through alternate realities in a thrilling first look at “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” that Sony Pictures released Monday at CinemaCon. The footage picks up immediately after the ending of “Across the Spider-Verse” with Miles trapped in
‘Bloodborne’ Video Game Getting R-Rated Animated Movie Adaptation From Sony
PlayStation’s “Bloodborne” is being developed into an R-rated animated feature for Sony Pictures that the studio says will embrace the carnage that made the game so popular. Sanford Panitch, president of Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion Picture Group, promised during the
‘Social Reckoning’: Aaron Sorkin Debuts First Footage of Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg, Calls It a “David and Goliath Story”
Mikey Madison and Jeremy Allen White also star in Sony's follow-up to 'The Social Network.'
‘The Social Reckoning’ Trailer Debuts Jeremy Strong’s Mark Zuckerberg at CinemaCon; Aaron Sorkin Explains Why ‘Social Network’ Needed a Sequel
CinemaCon was officially wired in, thanks to a first look at “The Social Reckoning” — Aaron Sorkin’s anticipated sequel to his acclaimed 2010 drama “The Social Network.” The annual convention of movie theater owners got an exclusive peek at the film, starring Oscar winner Mikey
Jenna Ortega’s ‘Klara and the Sun’ Gets Release Date and Emotional First Trailer
Amy Adams also stars in the feature adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro's novel that is set for release later this year from Sony.
Zach Cregger Brings ‘Resident Evil’ Trailer to CinemaCon, with Austin Abrams Fighting for His Life
The 'Weapons' filmmaker showed off his reboot of the video game franchise during Sony's presentation in Vegas.
‘Godzilla Minus One’ Director Takashi Yamazaki’s ‘Grandgear’ Sets 2028 Release Date
The Sony and Bad Robot film marks the Oscar winning Japanese filmmaker's first English-language film following the monster success of his 'Godzilla' movie.
‘Resident Evil’ Trailer Scares CinemaCon as ‘Weapons’ Director Zach Cregger Debuts His Gore-Filled Zombie Outbreak
“Weapons” writer and director Zach Cregger is back with another spine-chilling horror movie — this time with an established video game property in “Resident Evil.” He brought his adaptation to CinemaCon, the annual Las Vegas convention for movie theater owners, ahead of its
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Footage at CinemaCon Reveals Tom Holland’s Peter Parker Discovering Zendaya’s New Love Interest
Zendaya’s Michelle Jones-Watson has a new beau in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” the upcoming installment in the web-slinging series. It’s not that she’s dumped her man, Tom Holland’s Peter Parker. She just doesn’t remember that he exists. That’s because the prior “Spider-Man”
‘Insidious: Out of the Further’ Reveals Chilling First Trailer
Amelia Eve stars in the latest installment for the series, with the trailer kicking off with a horrifying dental exam.
‘Insidious: Out of the Further’ Trailer Brings Franchise Back With More Child Possessions and Chilling Demons
The Further is making its way to Vegas. Sony offered the first look at “Insidious: Out of the Further” at CinemaCon, the annual movie theater trade show that’s currently unfolding at Caesars Palace. This is the sixth installment in the supernatural horror franchise, which
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Swings Into CinemaCon With New Scene, Posters
Tom Holland stars in his fourth solo Spidey feature, which has a release date of July 31.
Sony Pictures Boss Tom Rothman Urges Theater Owners to Stop Having 30 Minutes of Trailers and Commercials Before Movies Start: ‘Get Off the Ad Crack’
Tom Rothman came to the desert with a message for movie theater owners: “Get off the ad crack.” At CinemaCon, the annual exhibition industry conference unfolding this week in Las Vegas, Rothman bluntly told the cinema operators in the audience at Caesars Palace that they needed
Far East Film Festival’s Focus Asia Reveals 19 Projects, Debuts $20,000 White Light Award
Focus Asia, the industry section of the Far East Film Festival, has unveiled its full slate for the 2026 edition – 13 projects for the All Genres Project Market and six titles for Far East in Progress – alongside a new post-production prize backed by Bangkok-based White Light
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 2026 Inductees: Oasis, Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Sade, Billy Idol, Wu-Tang Clan and More
The wonderwall of secrecy has come down and the voters’ wishes for who will make it into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year have become known. The eight performers voted into the class of 2026 are: ● Phil Collins● Billy Idol● Iron Maiden● Joy Division/New Order● Oasis●
Nicole Kidman Says She’s Learning to Be a Death Doula
Nicole Kidman is ready to branch out beyond acting for her next chapter. During a talk at the University of San Francisco on Saturday, she revealed that she is training to be a death doula. A death doula — recently depicted in an episode of “The Pitt” in which a woman had
‘Faces of Death’ Screenwriter Grapples With Death in the Digital Age, From 9/11 to Charlie Kirk (Guest Column)
Isa Mazzei is a writer and filmmaker best known for Blumhouse’s hit “Cam” and Neon’s “How to Blow Up a Pipeline.” Her memoir “Camgirl” was named one of NPR’s “books we love.” She is co-writer and executive producer on the just-released “Faces of Death” from IFC Films. Here,
‘Looksmaxxing’ Influencer Clavicular Walks Out of ’60 Minutes’ Interview After Being Asked if He’s an Incel: ‘The Worst Sequence of Questions’
Braden Peters, better known by his “looskmaxxing” persona Clavicular, walked off his interview with “60 Minutes Australia” correspondent Adam Hegarty after he was asked if he identifies with the incel community. “Do I identify as an incel?” Peters said. “I mean, how could you
‘Escape From New York’ Reboot, ‘Paddington 4’ in the Works at StudioCanal
A reboot of John Carpenter’s “Escape From New York” is in development at StudioCanal. The production company announced the news at CinemaCon, the exhibition industry’s annual trade convention that kicked off on Monday in Las Vegas. StudioCanal confirmed no further details about
‘The Burbs’ Renewed for Season 2 at Peacock
Peacock has renewed “The Burbs” starring Keke Palmer for Season 2, Variety has learned. The series, which is inspired by the 1989 horror-comedy of the same name, originally debuted on the streamer in February. “We’re so thrilled that audiences loved season one of ‘The ’Burbs,’
‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Revival Hits 8.1 Million Views in Three Days, Disney+ and Hulu’s Biggest Premiere of the Year
“Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair” achieved Disney+ and Hulu’s most-viewed season premiere of 2026 thus far. The revival of the beloved Fox sitcom hit 8.1 million views globally in its first three days of streaming, according to Disney. The company also notes that in
Robert Rodriguez to Direct Christmas Movie ‘The Naughty List’ for Paramount Animation (EXCLUSIVE)
Robert Rodriguez is returning to the kids and family space with an original Christmas film at Paramount Animation, Variety has learned exclusively. The deal marks the first big development title for the label’s new leader Jennifer Dodge. “The Naughty List” will be written,
‘Paddington 4,’ ‘Escape From New York’ Reboot in the Works at StudioCanal
Danny Boyle's Rupert Murdoch-focused 'Ink' and Eli Roth's 'Ice Cream Man' debuted footage at the company's CinemaCon presentation.
Turner Classic Movies Acquires Documentary Feature ‘Beyond The Border: Latino Representation in Hollywood’ – Film News in Brief
Turner Classic Movies has acquired the exclusive rights to “Beyond The Border: Latino Representation in Hollywood,” a documentary feature directed, written and produced by the sister filmmaker duo Clara and Julia Kuperberg. The film will be released in September on TCM during
David Letterman Sounds Off on CBS Replacing ‘The Late Show’ After 33 Years With Byron Allen Comedy Hour: ‘They Don’t Wanna Spend Any Money’
David Letterman has weighed in on CBS’ decision to replace “The Late Show” franchise after 33 years with Byron Allen’s comedy talk show “Comics Unleashed.” The network confirmed the change earlier this month. Stephen Colbert’s “The Late Show” airs its final episode on May 21.
Bonnie Hunt, Jenifer Lewis and Paul Dooley Join Disney Jr’s ‘Cars: Lightning Racers’ Voice Cast (EXCLUSIVE)
“A-Ten-Hut!” Beloved characters including Bonnie Hunt as Sally, Jenifer Lewis as Flo, Guido Quaroni as Guido, Lloyd Sherr as Fillmore, Michael Wallis as Sheriff and Paul Dooley as Sarge are all set to return to voice their characters when Disney+’s new series “Cars: Lightning
Coachella’s Best Performances (Besides the Headliners): Dijon, Laufey, FKA Twigs, Geese and More
YouTube’s annual Coachella livestream is the single best place to experience new and contemporary music on the Internet: For three days, it is packed with career-defining sets for some of the most important, influential and up-and-coming artists in the world, exquisitely
Jeff Daniels Transforms Into Ronald Reagan in ‘Brink of War’ Trailer as Angel Studios Hits CinemaCon
Angel showed off its slate at the Las Vegas convention, with looks at 'Young Washington' and Alan Ritchson's 'Runner.'
Angel Studios Unveils Revolutionary War Action-Musical ‘Drummer Boy’ From Grammy-Winning Christian Pop Group For King and Country (EXCLUSIVE)
Australian filmmaker Ben Smallbone (“Priceless,” “Homestead”) is teaming with his bother Joel David Smallbone, best known as one half of Christian pop duo For King and Country (alongside another brother, Luke Smallbone), to direct a new feature for Angel Studios. Being unveiled
Kim Kardashian Producing Broadway Prison Drama ‘The Fear of 13’ to Draw Attention to Criminal Justice Reform
Kim Kardashian has crammed a lot into her career. She’s a reality TV pioneer, a fashion brand founder and the lead of a Ryan Murphy show. Now, “The Kardashians” star is about to take on a new challenge — Broadway. No, Kardashian will not be crossing the boards. Instead, she’s
Brian Tyree Henry Joins Apple Studios Sports Drama ‘Running’
Brian Tyree Henry will star in “Running,” a sports drama from “Warrior” and “The Way Back” director Gavin O’Connor. He joins the previously announced star Spike Fearn in the Apple Studios production. “Running” is based an original story by O’Connor and Bill Dubuque (“Ozark,”
Inside ‘Beast’: How Daniel MacPherson and Director Tyler Atkins Built an Aussie Fight Film With Real Bite
The duo discuss the years-long physical and creative journey behind their bruising indie drama, from Thailand fight camps to Russell Crowe’s key role in shaping the film.
Alex Cooper Calls Out Alix Earle for Creating ‘Fake Drama’ Amid Rumored Business Feud: ‘I Have Nothing to Hide’
Alex Cooper is addressing rumors about a feud with Alix Earle head on. Following the seemingly complex departure of Earle’s podcast, “Hot Mess,” from Cooper’s Unwell Network in 2025, Earle has made a series of “passive aggressive reposts and likes,” as the “Call Her Daddy”
’99 Nights in the Forest’ Movie in the Works at 20th Century Studios
The mega-popular Roblox game “99 Nights in the Forest” is being developed into a feature film at 20th Century Studios. In a highly competitive bid, the studio secured the theatrical film rights to the title, developed by Grandma’s Favourite Games and hosted on Roblox. There is
Survival Horror Video Game ’99 Nights in the Forest’ Movie in the Works at 20th Century Studios
Not even a year old, the game is already the seventh most played game of all time on Roblox.
‘Ice Cream Man’ Trailer: Kids Turn Into Bloodthirsty Killers in Upcoming Eli Roth Slasher
The first teaser trailer for “Ice Cream Man,” the next horror film from director Eli Roth, has been released. The slasher will be released on Aug. 7 in 2,000 North American venues. The film is set in the idyllic summer town of Bayleen Bay, which descends into madness when an
