Author: Mary Anne Butler

This just in-it would appear Pedro Pascal, star of Disney+’s “The Mandalorian” and HBO’s “The Last of Us” is boarding Sir Ridley Scott’s long gestating “Gladiator 2.” As we, and other outlets hear it, Pascal is in final negotiations to join the cast, which already includes Connie Nielsen, Denzel Washington, Barry Keoghan, Joseph Quinn, and Paul Mescal, who will star as grown up Lucius.Scott himself will direct, from a script by David Scarpa.Paramount has already dated the project, which has not started filming yet, to release on November 22nd, 2024.

We are DELIRIOUSLY happy to share a new crop of photos from Denis Villeneuve’s upcoming “Dune Part Two.” The sequel is a followup to his “Dune,” an adaptation of the seminal science fiction novel by Frank Herbert. The photos, by Niko Tavernise, were first published by Vanity Fair.In them, we get our first look at Austin Butler as Feyd Rautha, Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan, and Léa Seydoux as Margot Lady Fenring. Also new glimpses at Baron Harkonnen, Gurney, Beast Rabban, Paul, Chani, and Jessica. “Dune Part Two” is set to hit theaters November 3rd, 2023.

We are sorry to report on the passing of controversial yet iconic television host, Jerry Springer. The former Mayor of Cincinnati rocketed to national fame following the launch of his daytime talk show. Most notable for outrageous guests and interviews, the series ran for a whopping 28 seasons. “Jerry’s ability to connect with people was at the heart of his success in everything he tried whether that was politics, broadcasting or just joking with people on the street who wanted a photo or a word,” Jene Galvin, a lifelong friend and spokesman for the family, said in a statement.Springer was…

Happy Alien Day! It’s April 26th, which is the day fans of Ridley Scott’s original “Alien” and James Cameron’s followup “Aliens” celebrate all things Xenomorph and Weyland-Yutani. This morning, filmmaker Fede Alvarez shared an image, seemingly confirming production on his upcoming “Alien: Romulus” film has begun. David Jonsson (“Industry“), Archie Renaux (“Shadow and Bone“), Spike Fearn, and Aileen Wu have joined already announced star Cailee Spaeny in the project from 20th Century Studios. Rodo Sayagues co wrote the script with Alvarez. Franchise creator Ridley Scott will produce the untitled “Alien” film via Scott Free, along with Michael Pruss. This project is NOT the same as Noah Hawley’s gestating earth-bound tv series set…

Andy Muschietti‘s long-gestating DC Comics film “The Flash” is finally releasing, and a brand new trailer has debuted during CinemaCon. Starring Ezra Miller, “The Flash” also boasts the return of Michael Keaton and Ben Affleck as Batman. Not to mention, Michael Shannon as Zod, and the introduction of Sasha Calle as Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl! Two new posters were also shared today: “The Flash” hits theaters June 16th, 2023.

We are absolutely beside ourselves with excitement! While footage shown during CinemaCon, happening right now in Las Vegas, doesn’t usually make it’s way to the public, we’re REALLY hoping it does this time. Warner Bros. Pictures is in the middle of their presentation, and happened to show a very important sizzle reel.Footage included “Furiosa,” the prequel film to George Miller’s “Mad Max: Fury Road” starring Anya Taylor-Joy as the character originally portrayed by Charlize Theron. Footage shown today included shots of Tayor-Joy in full costume. The film has long been in development, and is currently in post-production. It’s holding steady…

We are SO DELIGHTED to share the news that our dearly departed Princess General, Carrie Fisher, is finally getting her Hollywood Walk of Fame star. This has been in process for some time, and the’ve picked the perfect date. A ceremony to honor her will take place on May the 4th, celebrated as Star Wars Day. Fisher, who starred as Princess Leia Organa in “Star Wars,” passed away suddenly on December 27th, 2016. This news was confirmed by the Walk of Fame’s social medias.

It’s a strange day. CNN and Fox News have reportedly fired two of their high profile and controversial anchors. This morning, Don Lemon confirmed via Twitter he had been terminated by CNN, effective imedately. Lemon claims his agent was the barer of the news, and that CNN did not offer any chance for negotiation. CNN refuted the claim. Over on the Fox News side, Tucker Carlson has been fired. At present, he has yet to comment on the situation.”Fox News Media and Tucker Carlson have agreed to part ways,” the network said in a statement. “We thank him for his…

This just in-we have our first official look at Jinx Monsoon from the upcoming season of “Doctor Who!” The two-time “RuPaul’s Drag Race” winner will reportedly be playing “the Doctor’s most powerful enemy yet” in the long-running BBC programme. They will be starring alongside Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor, Yasmin Finney (“Heartstopper”), and the return of David Tennant and Catherine Tate.The upcoming season of “Doctor Who” will premiere on November 23, 2023. But you can catch up with older episodes on Disney+.

This just in-according to the usual sources, multi Emmy winner Courtney B. Vance has just joined the cast of Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation of “Lilo & Stitch.” Apparently, he’ll be playing the role of Special Agent Cobra Bubbles! In the original animated film, Cobra Bubbles was voiced by Ving Rhames. Vance joins the already announced cast of Kahiau Machado as David Kawena, Sydney Agudong (“Infamously in Love”) as Nani, Maia Kealoha as Lilo, Billy Magnussen, and Zach Galifianakis. Dean Fleischer Camp (“Marcel the Shell With Shoes On“) directs form a script by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright (“Tsuru”). Based on characters created by the directors/writers of the original 2002 film Chris…