Author: Mary Anne Butler

Netflix is bringing it at the Kia Forum in LA this weekend with their TUDUM presentation. Bolstered by epic performances from mother monster herself Lady Gaga, and fellow international superstar Hanumankind, the casts and creatives are sharing a bunch of upcoming goodies. You can follow along with us as we update you throughout the event!You’ll need to log onto Netflix to see the live stream Things have kicked off on the live stream with host Sofia Carson. Apparently, the Netflix sound is now officially pronounced as “to doom,” rather than “ta-DUM.” ___ “Squid Game” A dance group launches the “Squid…

We have some pretty exciting auction news for fans of the late, great David Lynch. The auteur filmmaker’s private collection of ephemera is going up for auction. The items range from Lynch’s personal camera equipment to large pieces from his woodworking workshop. And of course, the iconic red curtain and zigzag carpet from the Black Lodge in “Twin Peaks.” You can register for the auction and peruse the collection via Julien’s Auctions website here.

This just in- HBO has announcing casting of three of the main characters for their upcoming television series adaptation of “Harry Potter.” Arabella Stanton will play Hermione Granger, Dominic McLaughlin will play Harry, and Alastair Stout will play Ron Weasley. “After an extraordinary search led by casting directors Lucy Bevan and Emily Brockmann, we are delighted to announce we have found our Harry, Hermione, and Ron,” showrunner Francesca Gardiner and series director Mark Mylod said in a statement. “The talent of these three unique actors is wonderful to behold, and we cannot wait for the world to witness their magic…

This just in-check out the official trailer for season 4 of FX’s hit kitchen series “The Bear!” “The Bear is about food, family and the insanity of the grind. Season four finds the team pushing forward, determined not only to survive, but also to take The Bear to the next level. With new challenges around every corner, the team must adapt, adjust and overcome. The pursuit of excellence isn’t just about getting better – it’s about deciding what’s worth holding on to.” The series stars Emmy winners Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Liza Colón-Zayas, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, as well as Oscar winner Jamie Lee Curtis, Matty…

This just in-more casting news from the world of Panem! Sounds like Elle Fanning (“The Great,” “Predator: Badlands”) has been tapped to play a younger version of tribute stylist extraordinaire Effie Trinket in “Sunrise on the Reaping,” a “Hunger Games” prequel film. In the original “Hunger Games” quadrilogy, Effie was played brilliantly by Elizabeth Banks. Fanning in an excellent choice. She’ll join a cast that includes Joseph Zada as Haymitch, Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird, Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee Latie (played by Jeffrey Wright in “Catching Fire“), Maya Hawke as Wiress (played by Amanda Plummer), Lili Taylor as Mags, Ben Wang as Wyatt, and Ralph Fiennes…

Disney has released the first trailer for their upcoming animated sequel, “Zootopia 2.” Detectives Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who arrives in Zootopia and turns the mammal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before. Jared Bush directs from a script he wrote. The film also stars Huy Quan and Fortune Feimster.”Zootopia 2″ is due in theaters November 26th, 2025. Check out the teaser now:

This just in-Ralph Fiennes (“Conclave”) will be bringing yet another diabolical villain to life on the silver screen. The former Voldemort actor will take over the role of President Coriolanus Snow from the late, great Donald Sutherland in the next “Hunger Games” film. “We wanted to honor Donald Sutherland by having one of this generation’s greatest actors play President Snow 24 years before Katniss Everdeen entered the arena,” producer Nina Jacobson said. “Working with Ralph has been on my bucket list since he traumatized me for life in ‘Schindler’s List.’ It’s genuinely a thrill to welcome him to the Hunger Games.” “Sunrise on…

At long last, Marvel Studios / Marvel Television has released an official trailer for “Ironheart.” What’s that? You don’t even remember who that is? Well, you’re not alone. Originally announced as a standalone project back in December of 2020, the show stars Dominique Thorne as Marvel Comics character Riri Williams. A Tony Stark-level genius, Riri made her MCU debut in “Wakanda Forever” along side fellow inventor and engineer Shuri (Letitia Wright). Building herself an Iron Man suit, Riri struggles to figure out where she fits in the larger world, and what to do with her talents. Fun fact- “Ironheart” is…

We are SO EXCITED to continue the good news train when it comes to Britain’s loudest band- Spinal Tap. Not only are we getting a special 41st anniversary theatrical re-release of Rob Reiner’s seminal mockumentary classic this summer, we’re also getting a sequel! And, on top of that, a new official book. Written by Reiner (Marti DiBergi) along with Christopher Guest (Nigel Tufnel), Michael McKean (David St. Hubbins), and Harry Shearer (Derek Smalls), “A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever: The Story of Spinal Tap” offers the actual, true story of the film’s inception, as told by the creators themselves. Expect contributions…

Some big news for a Defenders reunion! This had been a rumored bit of casting news for sometime, with all the parties involved teasing nuggets the last year or so. During Disney’s Upfronts presentation, it was confirmed that Krysten Ritter will reprise her role as Jessica Jones in the upcoming second season of “Daredevil: Born Again.” “It’s so great to be back, returning to Jessica after three seasons and ‘The Defenders’ and now joining the MCU,” Ritter said. “I’m so excited to bring back this iconic character, and without giving too much away, there is much more in store for…