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COBRA KAI Season 6 Trailer Teaser (2024) COBRA KAI Season 6 Trailer Teaser (2024) © 2024 - Netflix Cobra Kai is coming to an end on Netflix, as the sixth season of the acclaimed Karate Kid sequel series will be its last. During this year's Netflix Is a Joke Fest, the streaming service dropped some big news about Cobra Kai Season 6. Not only did fans get word as to when the final episodes will drop, but folks also got a glimpse at what's in store thanks to a brand new teaser trailer. The teaser for Cobra Kai Season 6 dropped on Tuesday morning, offering up some footage from the final karate showdown for Daniel and Johnny's students. You can check out the full teaser in the video below! In addition to the release of the teaser, Netflix also unveiled its release strategy for Cobra Kai's final season. The supersized Season 6 will consist of 15 total episodes, which will be released in three batches over the span of several months. Part 1 of Cobra Kai Season 6 is set to be released on Netflix July 18th. A few months later, on November 28th, Part 2 will be released. Part 3 — the final batch of Cobra Kai episodes — will be released at some point in 2025, but a specific release date hasn't yet been announced. Season 6 picks up after the events of Season 5, and sees the Cobra Kai students embark on a journey to compete in the karate world championships, where they will face their toughest opponents yet. Here's Netflix's official description of Cobra Kai Season 6: "Picking up with Cobra Kai eliminated from the Valley, our senseis and students must decide if and how they will compete in the Sekai Taikai — the world championships of karate." One of the biggest questions surrounding the final season of Cobra Kai is whether or not Hilary Swank will have a role at some point. Many of the lead actors from the various Karate Kid movies have appeared on the show at one point or another, but The Next Karate Kid's Swank has yet to show up. While speaking to Collider earlier this year, the actress didn't offer fans too much hope about her potential Karate Kid return. "I don't think I am, unfortunately," Swank said. "I know. It's, like, the number one question I get right now. Most people usually say, 'What's it like working with Clint Eastwood?' But I think, 'Are you going to be on Cobra Kai has almost surpassed that?'" “Cobra Kai” Season 6 is getting a super-sized sendoff. As part of the Netflix Is A Joke Festival, the streaming giant has announced that the final season of the popular series will consist of 15 episodes, with the season to be split into three five-episode blocks. The first five episodes will premiere on July 18, while the second batch of five will premiere on Nov. 28. The final five episodes of the series will premiere in 2025 with an exact date to be announced at a later date. Netflix has also released a teaser trailer and for the new season, which can be seen below. Popular on Variety 00:00 00:00 The final season details what happens now that (SPOILER ALERT) Cobra Kai has been driven out of the Valley in the Season 5 finale. “Our senseis and students must decide if and how they will compete in the Sekai Taikai — the world championships of karate,” per the official description. Ralph Macchio, William Zabka, Martin Kove, and Yuji Okumoto all reprise their roles from the “Karate Kid” film franchise in the series. It also stars Xolo Maridueña, Jacob Bertrand, Mary Mouser, Tanner Buchanan, Peyton List, Gianni DeCenzo, Courtney Henggeler, Vanessa Rubio, Dallas Dupree Young, Alicia Hannah-Kim, Griffin Santopietro, and Oona O’Brien. The series was developed by Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg, who serve as executive producers via Counterbalance Entertainment. Will Smith, James Lassiter and Caleeb Pinkett executive produce for Westbrook Studios along with Susan Ekins in association with Sony Pictures Television. Ralph Macchio and William Zabka also serve as executive producers Cobra Kai season 6 trailer teases final showdown between old rivals Daniel and Johnny after 40 years of anticipation. Official trailer reveals release date for final season, split into three parts with first episodes dropping July 18, 2024. Johnny and Daniel's final rematch in Cobra Kai season 6 expected to bring closure after series of draws, with Johnny likely to win. The trailer for Cobra Kai teases a moment we have been eagerly waiting for, which was first set up 40 years ago in The Karate Kid. The final season of the Netflix series will wrap up Johnny Lawrence's story, and presumably set up the continuation of the Miyagiverse into the upcoming 2025 Karate Kid movie. This means, of course, resolving some of the conflicts that have been ongoing ever since Johnny was in high school in the 1980s. All these years later, the top student of the titular Cobra Kai has a chance to settle the score. Cobra Kai ​​​​​​season 6 faced several delays, but it is finally on the way, with an officially trailer dropped in April 2024. The teaser revealed that this final installment in the Netflix series will be released in three parts, with the first handful of episodes releasing July 18, 2024, the next on November 28, 2024, and the last sometime in 2025. Along with this reveal, the Cobra Kai season 6 trailer included a few scenes that will presumably be part of the first few episodes, and these provided some hints about what we can expect. William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence Preparing to Spar in Cobra Kai Season 6 RELATED Cobra Kai Season 6 Release Date Revealed As part of the Netflix is a Joke Fest, the streamer announces the release date of Coba Kai season 6, the Karate Kid sequel show's final season. Cobra Kai Season 6 Trailer Teases A Final Rematch For Johnny & Daniel Daniel & Johnny Face Each Other & Bow In The New Cobra Kai Trailer Karate-Kid-Cobra-Kai-Johnny-Daniel Near the beginning of the Cobra Kai season 6 trailer, text flashes across the screen that says, "The end of a legacy deserves a grand finale." This is accompanied by a clip of Daniel and Johnny's match at the All-Valley Tournament in 1984's The Karate Kid movie. Then, the following shot shows rivals, now 40 years older, bowing to one another as if preparing to fight. This seems to indicate that Johnny and Daniel will finally get a true rematch in Cobra Kai season 6, which audiences have eagerly awaited. Of course, at this point in the story, the pair are no longer at one another's throats. Though they are still highly competitive, they are more like friends than true rivals, so a big final battle won't be nearly as aggressive as it was in The Karate Kid. Still, seeing Daniel and Johnny finally settle their differences several decades after their iconic battle is a perfect way to kick off Cobra Kai's final season. Cobra Kai's series finale will be followed by a new Karate Kid movie, releasing May 30, 2025. All Daniel & Johnny's Cobra Kai Fights Have Been Draws Johnny & Daniel's All-Valley Match In Karate Kid Is The Last Of Their Fights With A Clear Victor Of course, this won't be the first time that Daniel and Johnny will have sparred in Cobra Kai. They may get along pretty well by season 6, but earlier episodes told a different story. Both have instigated fights in the past and though they were fun to watch, each ended in a draw. In season 2, Daniel attacked Johnny at his apartment after discovering that Sam had spent the night there with Robby, but the fight was broken up before a resolution. The same was true for the garage fight in season 3, and the pair's tournament-style match in Cobra Kai, season 4, ended with both being simultaneously KOed. The fact that Cobra Kai has thus far not allowed either Johnny or Daniel to get a leg up on the other seems to indicate that a true rematch has been saved for the end... The fact that Cobra Kai has thus far not allowed either Johnny or Daniel to get a leg up on the other seems to indicate that a true rematch has been saved for the end, and it looks like season 6 is when this will finally pay off. There have been years of anticipation built up toward this moment between The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai, and it's sure to be among the Netflix series' more exciting matches. Of course, it's currently unclear who would be the victor of this final epic battle. Who Will Win Daniel & Johnny's Final Cobra Kai Rematch? Johnny Is Likely To Win, But Cobra Kai Will Have To Make It Interesting Custom image of Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso in Cobra KaiCustom image by Yeider Chacon As previously mentioned, all but Daniel and Johnney's All-Valley match in The Karate Kid has ended in a draw, which indicates that the pair are pretty evenly matched in Cobra Kai. However, someone has to win in this final battle, and it's pretty easy to guess who it will be. Since Daniel won in the 1984 movie, and Johnny is the main character of the spinoff series, it stands to reason that victory would this time be his. This would make the rivals even for the end of Cobra Kai, with each holding a single victory along with a spattering of draws. The real question of Cobra Kai season 6 is how the series will make Johnny's win interesting. Since the result itself is predictable, there must be an added factor that will allow the match to satisfy the heavy anticipation that has been so intentionally built up over the years. At the very least, this final rematch between Daniel and Johnny needs to be highly dramatic, full of the flair and style that Cobra Kai has become known for, allowing the moment to stand out as the perfect way to resolve Johnny's 40-year-long story. Cobra Kai is kicking off its sixth and final season. Netflix first announced the show’s renewal in January 2023, as creators Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg shared their thoughts on the "bittersweet" decision via Instagram. "Reacquainting the world with the Karate Kid universe has been our humble honor," they wrote. "It has enabled us to play sensei, expanding the original storylines and birthing a new generation of underdogs. We've never once taken this opportunity for granted." They continued, "Our Day 1 goal with Cobra Kai has always been to end it on our terms, leaving the Valley in the time and place we've always imagined. While this may be a bittersweet day for the fandom, the Miyagiverse has never been stronger. This fandom is the BEST on the planet and we hope to be telling more Karate Kid stories with you down the line. Because as we all know: Cobra Kai Never Dies." While only a handful of details have been announced so far, the teaser trailer released in January 2023 said fans can expect the "biggest" and "baddest" season yet. Read ahead for everything you need to know about Cobra Kai season 6. Who is in the cast of Cobra Kai season 6? Cobra Kai. (L to R) Tanner Buchanan as Robby Keene, Xolo Mariduea as Miguel Diaz, Jacob Bertrand as Eli 'Hawk' Moskowitz in episode 508 of Cobra Kai. COURTESY OF NETFLIX It’s expected that most of the main cast will return, including William Zabka (Johnny), Ralph Macchio (Daniel), Xolo Maridueña (Miguel), Mary Mouser (Samantha), Jacob Bertrand (Eli), Tanner Buchanan (Robby), Peyton List (Tori), Gianni DeCenzo (Demetri), Courtney Henggeler (Amanda), Vanessa Rubio (Carmen) and Dallas Dupree Young (Kenny). What will Cobra Kai season 6 be about? Cobra Kai. Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso in episode 510 of Cobra Kai COURTESY OF NETFLIX According to the official description, season 6 picks up “with Cobra Kai eliminated from the Valley” and the Miyagi-Do Karate dojo senseis and students deciding “if and how they will compete in the Sekai Taikai — the world championships of karate.” Netflix previously teased that the upcoming season would be the “biggest, baddest season yet,” noting that it will contain “lots of surprises." When did Cobra Kai season 6 film? Cobra Kai. (L to R) Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso, William Zabka as Johnny Lawrence, Yuji Okumoto as Chozen Toguchi, Courtney Henggeler as Amanda LaRusso in Cobra Kai. COURTESY OF NETFLIX During the Atlanta Comic Convention in February 2023, Macchio teased that production for season 6 was expected to start in May 2023. However, when May rolled around, Cobra Kai writer Jon Hurwitz revealed that the show’s writers were part of the WGA strike. “We hate to strike, but if we must, we strike hard. Pencils down in the Cobra Kai writers room,” he wrote at the time. “No writers on set. These aren't fun times, but it's unfortunately necessary. The moment a fair deal is in place, we'll get back to kicking ass. In the meantime, sending strength and support to the negotiating committee.” In January 2024, co-showrunner Jon Hurwitz teased that production was underway as he posted a photo of him and the rest of the Cobra Kai team having dinner together before kicking off filming with the caption, "The night before." Is there a teaser trailer for Cobra Kai season 6? In January 2023, Netflix shared a short teaser recapping the show’s past seasons as they announced Cobra Kai’s sixth and final season. A clip of the series was also shown in Netflix's teaser for their 2024 slate. In May 2024, Netflix gave another look as they announced the release date for the upcoming season. A voice declaring "no mercy" launches the trailer into a sequence of characters gearing up to spar. When will Cobra Kai season 6 be released? Cobra Kai. (L to R) Xolo Mariduea as Miguel Diaz, Mary Mouser as Samantha LaRusso in episode 510 of Cobra Kai. CURTIS BONDS BAKER/NETFLIX The final season will be split into three parts, with the first part premiering on July 18, the second arriving on Thanksgiving Day and the third coming sometime in 2025. The first five seasons of the show are currently available to stream on Netflix. Get ready for a supersized final season of Cobra Kai, with 15 episodes set to kick off on July 18. The showdown between Johnny and Daniel takes center stage as they mentor the next generation of fighters. While Season 6 isn't necessarily the end of the Valley's story, fans can expect some surprises and potential crossovers. As the sun begins to set on Cobra Kai, one final showdown awaits before viewers bid farewell to Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) and Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio). Netflix released the first teaser announcing the arrival of the Karate Kid spin-off series' supersized sixth season as a three-part streaming event beginning this summer. The show's final run will consist of 15 episodes instead of the usual 10 and is set to kick off with part one on July 18. Part two will follow on November 28 with the finale event closing things out sometime next year. Season 6 will pick up in the aftermath of Cobra Kai and Terry Silver's (Thomas Ian Griffith) defeat at the end of Season 5. With one of the biggest threats in the Valley out of the way, Miyagi-Do now sets its sights on the world championships of karate, better known as the Sekai Taikai. The teaser sets the stage for another face-off between old rivals Johnny and Daniel, but now on much friendlier terms as they work to raise up the next generation of fighters. Everything the series has built up throughout five seasons will come to a head on the biggest stage possible, but there are other stories to wrap up ahead of the big competition. Martin Kove's ruthless John Kreese escaped from prison last season and looks to resurrect Cobra Kai once again with his "no mercy" style alongside sensei Kim (Alicia Hannah-Kim). The main cast is expected to return for the final showdown, with Zabka, Macchio, and Kove joined throughout the series by Sean Kanan, Yuji Okumoto, Courtney Henggeler, Vanessa Rubio, and Paul Walter Hauser. Blue Beetle star Xolo Maridueña will also return as Miguel Diaz opposite fellow young fighters Mary Mouser, Tanner Buchanan, Jacob Bertrand, Peyton List, Gianni DeCenzo, Dallas Dupree Young, Joe Seo, and Griffin Santopietro. One person confirmed not to be joining the fun is Hilary Swank, who squashed any hopes of returning to the Valley earlier this year, though Season 6 may still have a few surprises for long-time fans in store. 'Cobra Kai' Season 6 Won't Be the Definitive End of The Valley's Story Cobra Kai still has many personal storylines to wrap up involving its adult and teen characters, but the final season is also built to widen the Miyagiverse, according to co-creator Jon Hurwitz. His fellow showrunners and series masterminds, Hayden Schlossberg and Josh Heald, concur with the idea of leaving the door open for future projects set in this world, namely another spinoff. Once the series ends, however, all eyes will be on the new Karate Kid movie, with Macchio also reprising his role for the project alongside Ben Whang and Jackie Chan, which was recently delayed until next year. The door is open for some crossover between the two and, with the delay, the series could flow smoothly into whatever writer Rob Liebel and director Jonathan Entwistle have planned. The first part of Cobra Kai's final season debuts on July 18 exclusively on Netflix. Visit our full guide here for everything we know so far about Season 6 and check out the teaser below. Prepare for epic battles - Cobra Kai season 6 trailer teases intense fights between rival characters, promising an unforgettable finale. Release plan unveiled - Netflix will launch 15 episodes in three parts, starting in July and ending in 2025 with the global karate championships. Last real rivalry - Anthony vs Kenny will be the focus in Cobra Kai season 6, showcasing a unique and exciting matchup between the two characters. Cobra Kai season 6 is on the way, and the trailer promises several exciting battles you won't want to miss. This final installment of the Netflix series will wrap up the story, which means rivalries must be put to rest once and for all. As is the standard with anything in the Karate Kid franchise, the best way to do this is with some epic fights, and based on the trailer for Cobra Kai season 6, the upcoming installment will be the most exciting yet. From Sam and Tory to Johnny and Daniel themselves, the coming episodes are sure to leave their mark with some epic battles. The first trailer for Cobra Kai season 6 came with a lot of great information. The short teaser revealed that the upcoming 15 episodes will be released in groups in what Netflix calls a "three-part event." Part 1 will begin streaming on July July 184, followed by Part 2 on NovemNovember 284, and Part 3 sometime in 2025. The global karate championships previously teased by the series, the Sekai Taikai, will likely serve as the finale of the final part of Cobra Kai season 6. However, based on the clips included in the trailer, there is still a lot of action to look forward to in the first wave of episodes. A composite image of Johnny Lawrence looking on with karate students fighting in the background in Cobra Kai RELATED Cobra Kai Season 6: Release Date, Cast, Story, Trailer & Everything We Know Cobra Kai season 5 is not the end of the global hit series. Here's everything we know so far about when Cobra Kai season 6 will hit Netflix. 5 Sam LaRusso vs Tory Nichols Sam & Tory Can Fully Work Out Their Differences In Cobra Kai Season 6 Tory and Sam's rivalry became vital for most of Cobra Kai ever since the pair were set at odds when the former started dating Robby in season 2. This came to a head with the big school fight during that season's finale, in which Tory's rage and violence caused Sam to be seriously injured. The battle had a significant psychological impact on Sam, who spent the next couple of seasons overcoming her fear of Tory before they faced off in the championship fight at the All-Valley Tournament at the end of Cobra Kai season 4. Tory came out victorious in this season's match, but since it was later revealed that Terry Silver bribed the All-Valley referee, she has no way of knowing if she won the championship title for real. The star Cobra Kai student came a long way morally over seasons 4 and 5, and the last we saw her, she was eager to work with the Miyagi-Dos—including Sam—to make things right. Now, Tory and Sam are on much better terms, but that doesn't mean they are any less eager to beat the other in a fair fate. It looks like they will have their chance to do just that in the upcoming season. One of the first clips seen in the Cobra Kai season 6 trailer shows Tory and Sam practicing karate side by side. Tory is wearing a Miyagi-Do gi, indicating that she has joined Daniel LaRusso's dojo rather than Johnny's Eagle Fang. While this means she is officially on the same team as Tory, the following scene that shows them facing each other and gearing to fight proves there will still be some exciting fights between the duo in Cobra Kai season 6. As for who will win, it's difficult to say. 4 Johnny Lawrence vs Chozen Toguchi Chozen vs Johnny Is The Legacy Match We Didn't Know We Needed Part of what makes Cobra Kai work so well is the way it flips the bill and takes the perspective of Karate Kid's villains. The central protagonist, Johnny, was the main villain of the first Karate Kid movie, and he has made great strides at improving himself throughout the spinoff series. The same is true for Chozen, who was the central villain of The Karate Kid Part 2. He was brought into Cobra Kai during season 3 and has since become one of the more lovable characters of the series. Of course, Johnny and Chozen being good doesn't make them any less powerful fighters. The pair proved in Cobra Kai season 5 that they were forces to be reckoned with when they broke into Terry Silver's home and held their own against a group of skilled karate sensei. Chozen's fight with Silver was especially riveting, since he utilized a pair of sai against the villain's katana. It was one of the most incredible displays of skill in Cobra Kai, which makes the possibility of a fight between Johnny and Chozen all the more intriguing. This pair has never been particularly competitive with one another, but as two excellent fighters, this is the match we never knew we needed. The Corba Kai season 6 trailer sees Johnny and Chozen bowing to one another for a tournament-style match, but the scene cuts off before we see any actual combat. This pair has never been particularly competitive with one another, but as two excellent fighters, this is the match we never knew we needed. Additionally, there's something highly nostalgic about these two The Karate Kid villains, who never knew each other back in the 1980s, facing off to determine which is the stronger fighter. 3 Johnny Larence vs Daniel LaRusso The One Karate Kid Rematch To Rule Them All Johnny and Daniel have had quite a journey together in The Karate Kid franchise. Their rivalry started in 1984 when the New Jersey kid moved in on Johnny's girlfriends, and the rest is history. Their conflict came to its apex in The Karate Kid when they faced off at the All-Valley Tournament, and though it was a close match, Daniel walked away with the championship title. Johnny even gave Daniel his seal of approval, choosing to award the boy with the trophy himself while delivering the line "You're alright, LaRusso." Of course, this wasn't the end. It's later revealed in The Karate Kid Part 2 that Johnny's second-place win caused a dangerous riff between him and John Kreese. Cobra Kai eventually explained that this conflict led Johnny down a dark path, and all those years later, he had a lot of resentment against Daniel LaRusso—who became a wealthy dealership owner. When Daniel set himself against Johnny's newly reopened Cobra Kai, it was salt in the wound, and the pair have gone fist-to-fist several times since then, though each battle has ended in a draw. Hopefully, Cobra Kai season 6 is when this will change. The trailer featured a clip of the young duo's All-Valley match in 1984, followed by a flash-forward 40 years to the pair bowing to one another preparing to fight. These scenes are accompanied by the text "The end of a legacy deserves a grand finale," which hints that Johnny and Daniel will battle it out one last time. Since all their fights in Cobra Kai have been interrupted before anyone won (or they simultaneously KOed each other), season 6 will determine who the better fighter is. Johnny and Daniel faced off for a tournament-style match in Cobra Kai season 4, but they both knocked each other out at precisely the same time, resulting in a draw. 2 Anthony LaRusso vs Kenny Payne Anthony & Kenny Are The Last Real Rivalry Left In Cobra Kai As exciting as many of these teased Cobra Kai season 6 fights are, they're dampened down slightly because most of the rivalries of past installments have been worked out. Tory and Sam aren't nearly as vicious toward each other as they once were, and they will even be allies in the upcoming season. Johnny and Daniel, though competitive, no longer have it out for one another, so a big fight won't be nearly as aggressive. Going into Cobra Kai season 6, the only true rivalry left is between Anthony LaRusso and Kenny Payne. The tension between this duo began in Cobra Kai season 2 when Kenny was a sweet new student whom Anthony and his gang viciously bullied. This inspired the boy to seek help, and, unfortunately, he found it at Cobra Kai. Before too long, John Kreese had turned Kenny into a monster, and after some harsh lessons, Anthony became remorseful for his past actions. Despite efforts to make amends, the pair have continued to be at odds. Cobra Kai season 5 saw Kenny realize that Terry Silver wasn't who he thought he was, but that doesn't mean his anger has subsided. Anthony and Kenny are seen fighting in some batting cages, and Daniel's son pulls off an impressive move in which he punches one of the baseballs in mid-air, launching it toward Kenny. Anthony and Kenny's fight in Cobra Kai season 6 is guaranteed since several clips in the trailer show the duo in actual combat. This looks like it will be a pretty exciting match. Rather than a fair, tournament-style battle, Anthony and Kenny are seen fighting in some batting cages, and Daniel's son pulls off an impressive move in which he punches one of the baseballs in mid-air, launching it toward Kenny. It's precisely the flavor of Cobra Kai and certainly looks like a battle to look forward to. 1 Miyagi-Fang vs Cobra Kai The Cobra Kai Season 6 Trailer Features Another Big Group Fight A unique feature of Cobra Kai compared to the original Karate Kid movies is the prevalence of massive group fights, and this has become one of the things to look forward to from season to season. The first that stood out was the school fight in Cobra Kai season 2, which saw Miyagi-Do and Cobra Kai go all out in a violent display in the high school halls. From there, there have been similar battles at Miyagi-Do, the LaRusso home, arcades, and more. Of course, this dojo rivalries has changed significantly over the years. Johnny's original Cobra Kai students are now Eagle Fang, with some having even switched to Miyagi-Do. The two dojos have become allies pitted against Terry Silver's Cobra Kai. With this villain in prison as of the end of season 5, it's unclear how ownership of the dojo will shake out, but John Kreese's line in the Cobra Kai season 6 trailer, "Cobra Kai is back," indicates that he will step back in as head sensei. With Kreese back in control, the animosity between Cobra Kai and Miyagi-Fang dojos will continue, and other big group fights are teased. The Cobra Kai trailer included a few clips showing Miguel, Demetri, Hawk, and, most surprisingly, Kyler fighting together at what appears to be an arcade, battling it out with an unknown group of teens. Given Kreese's return, it's likely that these are Cobra Kai's newest students, and more group fights indicate plenty more excitement to expect in Cobra Kai's finale season.

BACK TO BLACK Final Trailer (2024) Amy Winehouse Biopic BACK TO BLACK Trailer 3 (NEW 2024) Amy Winehouse Biopic, Marisa Abela, Jack O'Connell © 2024 - StudioCanal International "I don't think I was put on this Earth just to sing..." Studiocanal UK & Focus Features have unveiled the full official trailer for Back to Black, a dazzling Amy Winehouse biopic featuring English actress Marisa Abela as the famed singer-songwriter. Set to open in US theaters this May after debuting in the UK first in April. Discover Amy Winehouse's incredible story in this film directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson, delving into the life and career of Winehouse, beginning with her early days in the early 2000's as a North London jazz musician and culminating in her rise to fame as a Grammy-winning singer with hit songs like "Rehab" and "Back to Black". She tragically died in 2011 at the age of 27. Winehouse was already profiled in the excellent doc Amy. Back to Black's main cast also includes Jack O'Connell, Eddie Marsan, Juliet Cowan, Ansu Kabia, Bronson Webb, and Lesley Manville. In 2018, Winehouse's estate signed a deal for this biopic film about her life & career, so it is an official project. This looks ravishing, though does seem a tad campy. Here's the two official trailers (+ poster) for Sam Taylor-Johnson's Back to Black, direct from YouTube: Back to Black Poster You can watch the teaser trailer for Taylor-Johnson's Back to Black right here to view the first look again. A celebration of the most iconic – and much missed – homegrown star of the 21st century. Back to Black is the extraordinary story of Amy Winehouse's early rise to fame from her early days in Camden through the making of her groundbreaking album, "Back to Black" that catapulted Winehouse to global fame. Told through Amy’s eyes and inspired by her deeply personal lyrics, the film explores and embraces the many layers of the iconic artist and the tumultuous love story at the center of one of the most legendary albums of all time.. Back to Black is directed by the British filmmaker Sam Taylor-Johnson, director of the films Nowhere Boy, Fifty Shades of Grey, and A Million Little Pieces previously, plus shorts and music videos and the series "Solos" and "Hunters" most recently. The screenplay is written by Matt Greenhalgh. Produced by Debra Hayward and Alison Owen. Studiocanal will debut Back to Black in UK cinemas starting April 12th, 2024 this spring, then in US theaters starting May 17th this summer movie season. How does that look? The first trailer for the Amy Winehouse biopic Back To Black has finally dropped, giving us our best look yet at hotly-anticipated movie. The short teaser sees Industry's Marisa Abela transform into Amy, set to her classic song ‘Back to Black’. There's also brief glimpses of Jack O'Connell as Blake Fielder, who was married to Amy between 2007 and 2009, and Eddie Marsan as Amy's father, Mitch Winehouse. Content To honor your privacy preferences, this content can only be viewed on the site it originates from. It comes after the first-look image was released last January, around the same time production kicked off, showing Abela sporting the late singer's signature beehive hairdo, chunky gold hoop earrings and tattoos. The Back To Black Amy Winehouse Biopic Trailer Has Just Landed Studio Canal UK Most Popular Tonight's new moon in Taurus brings some seriously positive cosmic energy LIFESTYLE Tonight's new moon in Taurus brings some seriously positive cosmic energy BY LAURA HAMPSON Is Baby Reindeer's ‘Cotton Mouth’ show real? ENTERTAINMENT Is Baby Reindeer's ‘Cotton Mouth’ show real? BY LIAN BROOKS Wait, is Sarah Jessica Parker wearing tights over her shoes at the Met Gala? FASHION Wait, is Sarah Jessica Parker wearing tights over her shoes at the Met Gala? BY LIDIA MASERES The project, which was first announced in 2015, has been a long-time coming, and now has director Sam Taylor-Johnson at the helm. At the time, Deadline reported that the production company StudioCanal were hoping that Taylor-Johnson would bring the celebrated career and tragically short life of the star to life in the biopic entitled, Back To Black, the same name as Amy's breakthrough album in 2006. Taylor-Johnson will also reunite with writer Matt Greenhalgh, who she worked with on the 2009 John Lennon biopic Nowhere Boy. If Asif Kapadia's documentary Amy won the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature back in 2016, we have high hopes for the new biopic based on the Valerie singer. So what exactly can we expect from the Back to Black biopic? What is the plot of Back To Black? The film's official synopsis states that Back To Black “will focus on Amy’s extraordinary genius, creativity and honesty that infused everything she did. A journey that took her from the craziness and colour of ‘90s Camden High Street to global adoration – and back again”. It's added that the biopic hopes to “[crash] through the looking glass of celebrity to watch this journey from behind the mirror, to see what Amy saw, to feel what she felt.” From her early years in the industry working as a jazz singer in north London to her rise as a global Grammy-award-winning music superstar, the film is set to take a look at the life and music of Amy. In 2008, she earned a then-record five awards, including the Best New Artist, Record of the Year and Song of the Year, at the 50th GRAMMY Awards, which undoubtedly showcased the global appeal of her music. However, Amy long struggled with alcohol and drug abuse. Tragically she passed away in 2011 at the age of 27 from alcohol poisoning. Why has it taken so long to get the biopic off the ground? Initially, the biopic was set to go ahead with Lotus Entertainment in 2015, with Kristen Sheridan set to direct and write the screenplay. However, it never moved forward. In October 2018, it was announced that Amy's family had signed a deal with Monumental Pictures for the biopic, with Kinky Boots writer Geoff Deane slated to write the script. That, too, saw difficulty with moving forward, and now four years later, the project has moved to StudioCanal, with Taylor-Johnson hoping to bring the project to the big screen finally. Where do we know director Sam Taylor-Johnson from? The biopic is in good hands with British director Sam. Following her feature film debut in Fifty Shades of Grey, she also directed A Million Little Pieces and two episodes of Amazon's Solos. Instagram content To honor your privacy preferences, this content can only be viewed on the site it originates from. Who will play the role of Amy Winehouse in the biopic? It was announced that Marisa Abela would take on the role of Amy back in January 2023. In honour of the announcement, Marisa took to Instagram with a snap of herself posing in front of an Amy mural, with the caption: "And for London. This is for London. Cause Camden Town ain’t burnin down. I love you, Amy. ❤️." Most Popular Tonight's new moon in Taurus brings some seriously positive cosmic energy LIFESTYLE Tonight's new moon in Taurus brings some seriously positive cosmic energy BY LAURA HAMPSON Is Baby Reindeer's ‘Cotton Mouth’ show real? ENTERTAINMENT Is Baby Reindeer's ‘Cotton Mouth’ show real? BY LIAN BROOKS Wait, is Sarah Jessica Parker wearing tights over her shoes at the Met Gala? FASHION Wait, is Sarah Jessica Parker wearing tights over her shoes at the Met Gala? BY LIDIA MASERES Rising star Marisa has previously starred in BBC Two series Industry and Sky One's drama COBRA. Instagram content To honor your privacy preferences, this content can only be viewed on the site it originates from. The casting for the film was a hot topic fora long time. Back in 2015, when the film was initially with Lotus Entertainment, it was reported that Swedish actress Noomi Rapace had signed on to play the role. What do Amy's family think of the new biopic? The new biopic is said to be going ahead with the "full support" of Winehouse's estate. This starkly contrasts their reaction to Asif Kapadia's documentary, Amy. Though critically acclaimed, the film attracted controversy, with Amy's father, Mitch Winehouse, claiming the portrayal of him and Amy "is both misleading and contains some basic untruths". Amy's family will also serve as executive producers on the film, alongside Nicky Kentish-Barnes, Ron Halpern and Joe Naftalin. When will it be released? Back to Black will be released in cinemas on April 12th. As surely as the sun rises in the east, Hollywood will produce musical biopics. There’s something about that particular kind of fame that works on film, especially if the subject died tragically. (Recent Best Actor Oscar winner Rami Malek, who took home the gold for “Bohemian Rhapsody,” can speak more about this.) Focus Features has a potential box office hit on its hands with “Back To Black,” a biopic of the working-class British singer Amy Winehouse, who became an international sensation and then died of alcohol poisoning at age 27. All it needs to do, really, is recreate this in its entirety and the movie can’t go wrong: The picture stars Marisa Abela, a relative newcomer who is best known for co-starring in the HBO series “Industry.” It was reported that Abela does her own singing in the film, which is good for her future prospects as a star, but kind of undercuts the “Back to Black” premise of Winehouse being a once-in-a-lifetime talent a bit. Showbiz! It was directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson, whose 2009 movie “Nowhere Boy” focused on John Lennon’s early life. Co-starring is Jack O’Connell as Blake Fielder-Civil, who was married to the musician for a few years, and Eddie Marsan as Winehouse’s cab-driving father who, in the Oscar-winning 2015 documentary “Amy,” is shown saying his daughter didn’t need to go to rehab for her addictions (Winehouse included a line about this in her hit song “Rehab”; how can a song be so peppy when we know it caused such grief?!!). Winehouse’s father later disputed the context of how that anecdote was relayed in “Amy.” (“Back to Black” was made with the full support of Winehouse’s estate and family.) The film hits theaters (and maybe an out-of-competition debut at Cannes?) on May 17. The title, of course, comes from her smash second album, a multi-platinum seller, which featured the hit “Rehab.” She won five Grammys that year (including Record of the Year for “Rehab”) but lost Album of the Year to Herbie Hancock’s Joni Mitchell tribute “River: The Joni Letters,” which featured a diverse array of talent including Tina Turner, Leonard Cohen, Wayne Shorter, and the great Vinny Colaiuta on drums. This writer wishes to formally thank Fate for not making him a Grammy voter that year, as there is no possible way to choose between these two great works (even if Winehouse’s album was much more famous). PREDICT the 2024 Oscar winners through March 10 Make your predictions at Gold Derby now. Download our free and easy app for Apple/iPhone devices or Android (Google Play) to compete against legions of other fans plus our experts and editors for best prediction accuracy scores. See our latest prediction champs. Can you top our esteemed leaderboards next? 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THE 8 SHOW Trailer (2024) Chun Woo-hee, Drama THE 8 SHOW Trailer (2024) Chun Woo-hee, Rich Ting, Drama Series © 2024 - Netflix "But don't you think it's too dangerous?" Of course not! Netflix has revealed a teaser trailer for a new game show dark comedy series called The 8 Show, from filmmaker Korean filmmaker Han Jae-rim (known for his films Rules of Dating, The Show Must Go On, Emergency Declaration). This series plays like a mashup between The Platform and Squid Game - another clever metaphor for capitalism and how awful it really is. It's yet another game show for Netflix, but this is a fictional series based on web comics. "An irresistible but brutal show's curtain will be rising." Eight contestants in financial hardship take part in Money Game, a reality competition with 44.8 billion Korean won up for grabs. To win they must endure 100 days in an empty concrete building - and all purchases carry a 1000x markup, subtracted from the prize winning pot. The building is 8 stories tall and they earn money as time passes, but also must spend it to survive. Starring Ryu Jun-yeol, Chun Woo-hee, Park Jeong-min, Lee Yul-eum, Park Hae-joon, Lee Zoo-young, Moon Jeong-hee, and Bae Seong-woo as the contestants. This looks crazy! Check out the footage below. Here's the first look teaser trailer (+ poster) for Netflix's series The 8 Show, direct from YouTube: The 8 Show Poster The 8 Show Poster Eight people in need of money are invited to appear on reality variety show Money Game. The eight people are to stay at the studio that consists of nothing but concrete walls. If they are able to hang in there for 100 days, they can divide the winning prize of 44.8 billion won equally. But, everything they spend for, including necessities like food, water, electricity, costs 1,000 times more than normal prices and all of these costs are then deducted from the winning prize amount. The 8 Show, originally known as 더 에이트 쇼 in Korean, is a Netflix series created and written and directed by acclaimed Korean filmmaker Han Jae-rim, director of the other films Rules of Dating, The Show Must Go On, The Face Reader, The King, and Emergency Declaration previously. Now creating his first TV series. Based on the Naver webtoons Money Game and Pie Game by Bae Jin-soo. Produced by Studio N, Magnum Nine, Lotte Cultureworks. Netflix will debut The 8 Show series streaming on Netflix starting May 17th, 2024 coming soon. Who wants to watch? The 8 Show is an upcoming K-drama series that will premiere on Netflix on Friday, May 17, 2024. Based on Bae Jin-Soo’s highly successful webtoon Money Game, the series follows the journey of eight individuals in desperate need of money participating in a reality show. The newly released trailer teases the cast, including Ryu Jun-Yeol, Chun Woo-Hee, and more, navigating the game as it intensifies stage by stage. The series trailer documents the individuals living their lives inside the game show. Eight individuals play the unique game that tests them to their limits as they battle for a grand cash prize. The storyline promises to showcase their personal stories as the contestants go above and beyond to try and secure the win. Viewers will have to wait and see what is in store for them. The 8 Show K-drama trailer teases Ryu Jun-Yeol, Chun Woo-Hee & more cast members living their tragic comedies The 8 Show follows the story of 8 unique individuals participating in an interesting reality game show. To earn a chance to win the prize money, they will have to live in an eight-storied building. Furthermore, the contestants will have to stay there for a total of 100 days to be able to divide the prize money of a whopping 44.8 billion KRW. However, the stakes keep increasing as they spend on necessities that cost more than expected. The newly released trailer introduces the eight contestants: cast members Ryu Jun-Yeol, Chun Won-Hee, Park Jeong-Min, Lee Yeul-Eum, Park Hae-Joon, Lee Joo-Young, Moon Jung-Hee, and Bae Sung-Woo. The trailer begins with Ryu Jun-Yeol, who plays Jin-Soo, welcoming viewers into the story from his room. Meanwhile, the trailer showcases the rest of the cast, who possess various characteristics. The announcer reveals that the contestants do not need special skills to stay in the game. The cast proceeds to compete in a variety of games, with each floor representing a level. Each contestant lives out their tragic comedies as time passes indefinitely. As the game turns “irresistible but brutal,” these cast members employ dangerous means to survive. With time, the stakes increase. These contestants resort to darker survival modes, risking their lives to win the cash prize. Only time will tell who ends up winning the game. Don’t forget to tune in to The 8 Show on Friday, May 17, 2024, on Netflix. The month of May is here and the Korean television industry is prepared to lure us with captivating releases. In the previous month, we had gripping shows like the horror sci-fi series Parasyte: The Grey, the romance drama Lovely Runner, and the mystery drama Missing Crown Prince. However, May is looking much more promising with eight new drama releases and one movie. As we dive into May, we can embark on a new adventure with the mystery movie Exhuma. Brand new dramas including Frankly Speaking, The Atypical Family, and The Midnight Romance in Hagwon are also releasing to entertain us through and through. Without further ado, take a look at the full list of Korean shows and films releasing in May 2024: 1. Frankly Speaking Release date: May 1, 2024 Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024 Starring Go Kyung Pyo and Kang Han Na in pivotal Roles, Frankly Speaking already released on May 1. It promises comedy, romance, and drama. It is about a well-respected announcer who suddenly loses his ability to self-censor on air. He catches the attention of a TV writer who invites him on her variety show. 2. The Atypical Family Release date: May 4, 2024 Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024 A family with unique superpowers suddenly loses their abilities due to modern-day issues. However, their lives eventually become better when a mysterious woman, Do Da Hee, initiates positive changes. This drama stars Jang Ki Yong, Chun Woo Hee, Go Doo Shim, and Claudia Kim. 3. Exhuma Release date: May 3, 2024 Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024 Shaman Hwa Rim and her protégé, Bong Gil identify a mysterious illness that the newborn son of a wealthy Korean family is suffering from. However, Hwa Rim uncovers that a notorious ancestor's spirit is haunting the family and spreading a curse called 'Grave's Call'. The movie stars Lee Do Hyun, Kim Go Eun, Choi Min Sik, Yoo Hai Jin, and Jeon Jin Ki. 4. The Midnight Romance in Hagwon Release date: May 11, 2024 Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024 The storyline revolves around an instructor who assists Lee Joon Ho, a student who is trying to gain admission at a prestigious university. Years later, Joon Ho returns to the academy as another instructor and falls in love with his previous academy teacher Seo Hye Jin. 5. Crash Release date: May 13, 2024 Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024 Detective Cha Yeon Ho gets transferred to the TCI (Traffic Crime Investigation) team to properly simulate the time of accidents. However, he lacks social skills that are affecting his career in a bad way. Yeon Ho and other members of the TCI team are combating the rise of traffic crimes using their individual talents and skills. The series stars Lee Min-Ki, Kwak Sun-Young, Heo Sung Tae, Lee Ho Cheol, Moon Hee, and Baek Hyun Jin in pivotal roles. 6. Dare to Love Me Release date: May 13, 2024 Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024 Releasing on the second week of May, Dare to Love Me stars L, Park Eun Seok, Lee Yoo Young, Bae Jong Ok, Sunwoo Jae Duk. This series revolves around the subtle romance between Shin Yoon Bok, a scholar, and Kim Hong Do, a woman who is tired of being treated carelessly. 7. Uncle Samsik Release date: May 15, 2024 Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024 Set in the 1960s, a mysterious man, Samsik, promises to fulfil a woman named Kim San's dreams. He also draws her into a game of political scheming. The cast comprises Byun Yo Han, Kang Ho Song, Seo Hyeon Woo, Jin Ki Joo, Lee Kyu Hyung, Oh Seung Hoon, Kim Min Jae, and Noh Jae Won. 8. The 8 Show Release date: May 17, 2024 Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024 The 8 Show is a thriller web series about a group of poor contestants who are invited to a reality show. In order to survive, they must navigate through unusual challenges. It is based on the webtoon Money Game by Bae Jin Soo. 9. Connection Release date: May 24, 2024 Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024 Connection is a thriller K-drama starring Ji Sung and Jeon Mi Do. It is about a friendship that saw a series of changes post the death of a friend. More on - Upcoming Korean Shows and Films in May 2024, Frankly Speaking, Exhuma, Crash NEXT STORY : Suzy and Park Bo Gum open up on their roles in Wonderland NEXT STORY HomeNewsHollywoodSuzy and Park Bo Gum open up on their roles in Wonderland Suzy and Park Bo Gum open up on their roles in Wonderland Written by Filmfare May 9, 2024, 17:26 IST FOLLOW ON Suzy Park Bo Gum Wonderland stars Suzy and Park Bo Gum recently opened up about their characters in the movie. During an interview with a leading media website, the actors showered compliments on each other and spoke about their experiences of working in the film. Suzy Park Bo Gum For those unversed, the movie is about an online service called Wonderland that allows users to reunite with their deceased loved ones through means like video calls. The story begins as Suzy, who plays the role of Jung In, reconstructs her deceased boyfriend Tae Joo (Park Bo Gum). Suzy Park Bo Gum Speaking at the interview, Suzy noted that Bo Gum thoroughly analyzed his role in the movie and played it with precision. She added that they had several conversations during the script reading sessions and filmed with absolute joy. Bo Gum further added that Suzy was the perfect Jung In in the movie and her accurate portrayal of the role helped him deal with his scenes better. More on - Suzy Park Bo Gum NEXT STORY : Despicable Me 4 trailer: Minions and Gru are back with another adventure! NEXT STORY HomeNewsHollywoodDespicable Me 4 trailer: Minions and Gru are back with another adventure! Despicable Me 4 trailer: Minions and Gru are back with another adventure! Written by Filmfare May 9, 2024, 16:43 IST FOLLOW ON Despicable Me 4 After a long wait, Gru and his minions are back with a new adventure in Despicable Me 4. The second trailer of the film is out and it is super exciting. It gives a sneak-peek into the fun world of Gru and his newly added family along with the adorable mischievous minions. Despicable Me 4 The recently released second trailer showcases a world full of new tricks which also includes super powers possessed by Mega Minions. With the minions taking over the Anti-Villain League and Gru diving into action while he takes care of his family, the new trailer gives us a perfect glimpse into the crazy Despicable Me universe. Check out the trailer: The characters are voiced by a star-studded cast which includes Sofia Vergara, Joey King, Miranda Cosgrove, Will Ferell and Pierre Coffin. The film seems to be a fun family watch which is set to be out in theatres worldwide on July 3 and will be available in India in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. More on - Despicable Me 4, minions, upcoming movies NEXT STORY : Payal Kapadia’s film ‘All We Imagine as Light' is premiering at Cannes 2024 NEXT STORY HomeNewsHollywoodPayal Kapadia’s film ‘All We Imagine as Light' is premiering at Cannes 2024 Payal Kapadia’s film ‘All We Imagine as Light' is premiering at Cannes 2024 Written by Filmfare May 9, 2024, 16:00 IST FOLLOW ON Payal Kapadia All We Imagine as Light is premiering in competition at the Cannes Film Festival making it the first Indian film in decades to compete at the prestigious festival. Following which, the first trailer of the film has arrived. Earlier, director Payal Kapadia directed the film A Night of Knowing Nothing in the year 2021. Payal Kapadia The film showcases the story of how a trip to a beach town gives two nurses a chance to find space for their desires. Set in the city of Mumbai, the protagonist nurse Prabha's routine is thrown into disarray when she receives an unexpected gift from her estranged husband. Her younger roommate Anu is trying in vain to find a place in the city to live with your boyfriend. Payal Kapadia Take a look at the trailer of the film The 8 Show premieres on May 17, 2024, offering a creepy twist on reality TV with a focus on money accumulation within a secret space. The series, based on webtoons Money Game and Pie Game, features contestants who must complete tasks while being constantly watched. Unlike Squid Game, The 8 Show is more focused on character relationships and may bring a slower fear factor with a reality show dynamic. In May 2024, Netflix is releasing a new Korean thriller called The 8 Show, a series with striking similarities to 2021's hit show, Squid Game, but with an even scarier twist. The 8 Show is a thriller dark comedy out of South Korea that follows eight people who agree to be a part of a reality show in which they are locked into a secret space with eight floors, and the longer they stay, the more money they accumulate. The series is based on the webtoons Money Game and Pie Game, by Bae Jin-soo. It premieres May 17, 2024. All the way back in 2021, Netflix took audiences by storm with a similar type of show as The 8 Show, a Korean thriller series called Squid Game. In Squid Game, a down-on-his-luck man and hundreds of other broke individuals enter a contest to play children's games for cash, however, they quickly realize the stakes are much higher than anticipated. Although Korean television series have long been a niche among American audiences, Squid Game gave Korean content a serious boost. The second season of Squid Game is highly anticipated, but for now, The 8 Show is the perfect replacement. Gi-hun from Squid Game in front of a custom background RELATED The Perfect K-Drama To Watch Before Squid Game Season 2 Adds A Dark Twist To The High School Genre With Squid Game Season 2 quickly approaching, this K-drama’s tale of social hierarchy and school violence is a must-watch before the new season. Netflix’s The 8 Show Is Squid Game Meets Reality TV The 8 Show adds a new reality TV component What makes The 8 Show such an exciting addition to Netflix's roster is that it is just like Squid Game, but with an exciting twist. Like Squid Game, the contestants in The 8 Show have joined the game in order to win huge amounts of money. Though they may not be as cash-strapped as Seong Gi-hun, they certainly have their reasons for being contestants. And although The 8 Show doesn't appear to be as lethal as Squid Game, the trailer insinuates that this game will have its moments of fear and violence, alongside the fun socializing aspects. The one stark difference The 8 Show makes between itself and Squid Game is the reality TV portion. Where Squid Game had its contestants completely isolated in an unknown location, the characters in The 8 Show are physically alone but constantly being watched, and not just by the gamemakers, but by a presumed audience as well. This adds a completely new dynamic from Squid Game wherein the characters are not just trying to win, but will likely want to perform for their viewers. It also increases the stress, as they will constantly have strangers' eyes on them. How The 8 Show’s Premise Is Different From Squid Game The 8 Show is a reality show rather than a game show Ali holds Gi-hun up as he's falling in Red Light Green Light in Squid Game. As much as The 8 Show and Squid Game are similar, there are also distinct differences between the two shows. As previously mentioned, The 8 Show is a reality show, whereas Squid Game was a private and isolated game contest. Furthermore, the potential games that The 8 Show includes are vastly different from the iconic children's games that the cast of Squid Game play. Rather than having a focus on games, The 8 Show seems to be more focused on its characters and their relationships with others. However, it does seem like they must complete tasks to win money. Aside from the basic premise, The 8 Show seems different from Squid Game in terms of tone and characters. Whereas Squid Game's most horrifying aspects were the games and the violence that came with them, The 8 Show seems like it has a much more subtle approach. The characters will not be horrified by the prospect of dying, but their isolation and lack of understanding about their circumstances will likely lead to a slow creeping fear. Additionally, it seems as though The 8 Show will focus on each of its characters equally, whereas Squid Game's ensemble was not as important. Will The 8 Show Be As Good As Squid Game? The 8 Show has the potential to be great Gi-hun looking forward in Squid Game. It is unclear whether The 8 Show will have the same effect as Squid Game. Considering how wildly Squid Game blew up in 2021, it seems unlikely. The 8 Show may get popular, but it likely won't see the same intense reaction as Squid Game. However, that does not mean that The 8 Show won't be good. In fact, The 8 Show may be a perfect rival to Squid Game. It will bring a similar premise, while also having a much creepier and slower fear factor, and perhaps, punchier storylines. Overall, it is hard to predict how a series will do when it finally releases to the public. However, because of its commonalities with Squid Game, and its distinct differences, The 8 Show has a good chance of being a Netflix hit. Moreover, it will be a perfect series to watch while audiences to continue to wait for the long-awaited Squid Game season 2.

KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES Final Trailer (2024) Freya Allan, Owen Teague KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES Final Trailer (2024) Freya Allan, Owen Teague © 2024 - 20th Century Studios "No one can stop the reign!" Well they saved the best trailer for last! 20th Century has debuted an excellent third & final trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, continuing from the Rise of the Planet of the Apes trilogy featuring Caesar. Opening in theaters in early May in just a few weeks. Directed by Wes Ball, this takes place years after the events of War for the Planet of the Apes. Many ape clans have emerged in the oasis to which Caesar led his fellow apes, while humans have regressed into a feral state. One ape leader prevents the teachings of Caesar in order to enslave other clans while in search of the last traces of a secret human technology. While another ape embarks on a much different journey. Featuring Owen Teague as Cornelius, the son of Caesar. The full cast also includes Freya Allan, Peter Macon, Eka Darville, Kevin Durand, Travis Jeffery, Neil Sandilands, Sara Wiseman, Lydia Peckham, Ras-Samuel Weld A'abzgi, William H. Macy, & Dichen Lachman. This is going to be amazing!! Really impressed by how gorgeous it all looks, and how emotional & compelling this story is, with Cornelius taking on an entire clan of other more violent Apes in the distant future. Don't hesitate - get your tickets and go see this in theaters. Here's the final trailer (+ poster art) for Wes Ball's Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, from YouTube: Kingdom of the Plane of the Apes - World Building You can rewatch the other official trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes right here or the featurette. Director Wes Ball breathes new life into the global, epic, sci-fi franchise now set several generations in the future following Caesar's reign, in which apes are the dominant species living harmoniously and humans have been reduced to living in the shadows. As a new tyrannical ape leader builds his empire, one young ape undertakes a harrowing journey that will cause him to question all that he has known about the past and to make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is directed by the American filmmaker / VFX artist Wes Ball, director of the trilogy of movies The Maze Runner, Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials, and Maze Runner: The Death Cure previously. The screenplay is by Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver (writers of the previous Apes trilogy), Josh Friedman, and Patrick Aison. Produced by Joe Hartwick Jr., Jason Reed, Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver. 20th Century will debut Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes in theaters worldwide starting May 10th, 2024 this summer. Who's ready for this? Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes explores themes of leadership, violence, and societal conflict between humans and apes. A young ape, Noa, challenges the teachings of the past, and faces difficult decisions to shape the future for both apes and humans. The final trailer reveals a struggle for power as Proximus Caesar seeks domination, while Noa aims to prevent violence. The final trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes has been released, and it surprisingly reveals crucial details about the plot of the movie a few days away from its theatrical debut. The upcoming installment directed by Wes Ball will take the franchise in a new direction, after the previous trilogy starring Andy Serkis as Caesar paved the way for the adventure that will be seen on the big screen this summer. Noa (Owen Teague) must find a way to make his fellow apes understand that violence is not the answer, but he'll have a hard time doing so considering how Proximus Caesar (Kevin Durand) wants to rule above everyone. The new trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes gives audiences a new look at Noa's past, and how unpredictable tragedies shaped him into the ape he is at the beginning of the movie. While viewers get to know the protagonist of the new story, the trailer also reminds them how the human character played by Freya Allan can actually talk. The fact that Mae can communicate with the apes who can help her is surprising because, at this point of the franchise's timeline, humans have already been reduced to feral creatures. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is set to continue the franchise's legacy with a story that will also include performances from Peter Macon, William H. Macy and Travis Jeffery, as Noa continues to learn why humans went from the dominating species of the planet to the vulnerable creatures they've become. After starring in The Orville, Macon will step into the shoes of Raka, a wise orangutan who will become good friends with Noa over the course of his journey. At the same time, William H. Macy will portray a human character, but his role in the story is tightly kept under wraps. Who Wrote 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes?' The final trailer of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes has it made very clear how 20th Century Studios are trying to propel the property into the future by introducing new characters that could lead more installments if the movie is successful. The screenplay for Wes Ball's upcoming adventure was written by Josh Friedman, who is currently working with James Cameron to outline the future of Pandora in the new Avatar sequels. The stage has been set for the apes to follow a new leader, in what could turn out to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the summer. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes hits theaters May 10. Check out the trailer below: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Film Poster Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Sci-Fi Action Many years after the reign of Caesar, a young ape goes on a journey that will lead him to question everything he's been taught about the past and make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike. Release Date May 10, 2024 Director Wes Ball Cast Freya Allan , Kevin Durand , Dichen Lachman , William H. Macy , Owen Teague , Peter Macon , Sara Wiseman Main Genre Sci-Fi Writers Patrick Aison , Josh Friedman , Rick Jaffa , Amanda Silver Freya Allan's human character, Mae, plays a key role in the new trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Mae's role seems to mirror Nova from the previous movie, War for the Planet of the Apes. The trailer connects directly to previous films, acknowledging Caesar's legacy and providing intrigue. The newest trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes includes a big reveal about Freya Allan’s human character. The Wes Ball-directed sequel is the first Planet of the Apes film to be released since War for the Planet of the Apes hit theaters in 2017. The new installment is set to take place 300 years after Caesar's story in the original trilogy, with apes now the dominant species. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes features a leading cast of Allan, Kevin Durand, William H. Macy, Dichen Lachman, Owen Teague, and Peter Macon. 20th Century Studios has now released a new trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Check it out below: The trailer begins with an ape explaining that “many generations ago, Caesar was our leader.” The ape talks about the evolution of apes and the regression of humans, who have lost their ability to speak. The trailer ends with a surprise, as Allan’s human character is shown saying a line of dialogue: “I have a name. Mae.” The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Trailer Shows Its Broader Franchise Trends Caesar's Legacy Has A Lasting Impact On The Planet Of The Apes Franchise. The trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes also includes a clear connection to the previous installments in that some characters will directly acknowledge Caesar’s legacy. This newest trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is the first to show Allan’s character speaking. In previous trailers, it was assumed that she was one of the feral-seeming humans who roamed silently. The fact that Allan’s character, now identified as Mae, will talk in the latest movie clarifies why her character is crucial to the sequel's plot, such as her being a key target. An ape rides a horse while Noa from Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes looks worried. RELATED Planet Of The Apes: All Movie Timelines Explained A complete guide to every timeline introduced in the Planet of the Apes franchise, from the original timeline to the prequels' timeline. Even though Mae has no direct relation to the characters in the previous movies, she has a similar role to a character in War for the Planet of the Apes. This character is Nova, the young girl who joins Caesar in his journey to defeat the Colonel and his evil troops. Nova is a non-speaking character in the third movie, but her purpose as the main human within a largely ape-dominated plot seems similar to Mae's role in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. The trailer for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes also includes a clear connection to the previous installments in that some characters will directly acknowledge Caesar’s legacy. Ball recently said the sequel will include a prologue to help keep viewers up to speed with past events. The latest reveal only amplifies that intrigue about the relationship between humans and apes and human evolution in the Planet of the Apes franchise. Source: 20th Century Studios Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Poster Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes PG-13 Action Sci-Fi Set several years after the events of War for the Planet of the Apes, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is the next installment in the Apes saga. Ape clans have taken up residence in the oasis that Caesar sought to colonize, but humans have reverted to their animalistic nature in their absence. Now battling between enslavement and freedom, outliers in the Ape clans will take sides in a newly burgeoning society. Director Wes Ball Release Date May 10, 2024 Studio(s) 20th Century , Chernin Entertainment , Oddball Entertainment , Shinbone Productions Distributor(s) 20th Century Writers Patrick Aison , Josh Friedman , Rick Jaffa , Amanda Silver Cast Kevin Durand , Freya Allan , Peter Macon , Owen Teague , Eka Darville , Sara Wiseman , Neil Sandilands Franchise(s) Planet of the Apes Sequel(s) Planet of the Apes , Beneath the Planet of the Apes , Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971) , Conquest of the Planet of the Apes , Battle for the Planet of the Apes prequel(s) Rise of the Planet of the Apes , dawn of the Planet of the apes movie , War for the Planet of the Apes

SCHOOL OF MAGICAL ANIMALS 2 Trailer (2024) Fantasy, Adventure Movie SCHOOL OF MAGICAL ANIMALS 2 Trailer (2024) Fantasy, Adventure Movie © 2024 - Blue Fox Entertainment "What magical spell does it cast on all who read it? What is the secret of The NeverEnding Story?" This unforgettably fantasy adventure movie originally opened in theaters in West German in April 1984 - a full 40 years ago this month. In celebration of its 40th anniversary, and for a look back at a classic trailer that has re-appeared online, enjoy these previews for Wolfgang Petersen's classic The NeverEnding Story. In this big screen adventure, a troubled boy dives into a wondrous fantasy world through the pages of a book. He ends up journeying through strange lands, encountering all kinds of creatures both kind & evil, making some friends & enemies along the way. Barret Oliver stars as Bastian, with Noah Hathaway as Atreyu, Tami Stronach as the "Moon Child", plus Patricia Hayes, Sydney Bromley, Gerald McRaney, and Moses Gunn. If you grew up in the 80s or 90s like me, you have seen this movie many times, but the young generations of today may not be familiar with it. There are some clunky practical effects, but there are also some creatures that seem so real it's hard to forget them - like the giant flying dog known as Falkor. It's fun to look back at how Hollywood used to promote new releases. This is "for anyone who's ever made a wish." Here are all the trailers for Wolfgang Petersen's classic film The NeverEnding Story, found on YouTube: The NeverEnding Story Poster The NeverEnding Story Poster You can watch The NeverEnding Story streaming on Hoopla or rent on VOD - more options via JustWatch. "A boy who needs a friend finds a world that needs a hero in a land beyond imagination!" Bastian (played by Barret Oliver) is a young boy who lives a dreary life being tormented by bullies at his school. On one such occasion he escapes into a book shop where the old proprieter reveals an ancient story-book to him, which he is warned can be dangerous. Shortly after, he "borrows" the book & begins to read in the school attic where he is drawn into the mythical land of Fantasia, which desperately needs a hero to save it from destruction. The NeverEnding Story is directed by the acclaimed German filmmaker Wolfgang Petersen (who passed away in 2022), his fourth feature film at the time after making Das Boot (1981) and just before Enemy Mine (1985). The screenplay is by Wolfgang Petersen & Herman Weigel, with additional dialogue by Robert Easton; adapted from Michael Ende's German novel of the same name (or Die unendliche Geschichte in German) first published in 1979. The fantasy film originally opened first in West Germany in April 1984. Wolfgang Petersen's The NeverEnding Story initially opened in US theaters on July 20th, 1984 during the summer. You can ride a Falkor puppet recreation at the Bavaria Filmstadt theme park just outside Munich. ComingSoon is debuting an exclusive School of Magical Animals clip from the upcoming family fantasy adventure movie, which is based on the best-selling German-language children series of the same name. The movie is now playing in theaters. “Ida must transfer to a new school, where she soon realizes the students are unkind to each other,” reads the movie’s synopsis. “However, that all changes when a new teacher, Miss Cornfield, begins to educate them on the value of friendship and magic.” Check out the exclusive School of Magical Animals clip below: School of Magical Animals was directed by Gregor Schnitzler and written by Viola Scmidt and John Chambers based on the book series by Margit Auer. It stars Emilia Maier, Leonard Conrads, Loris Sichrovsky, Nadja Uhl, Justus von Dohnányi, Heiko Pinkowski, Marleen Lohse, Milan Peschel, Denis Lyons, Dulcie Smart, and Carrie Getman. Movies in the adventure and suspense genre tend to get our hearts racing with the fast-paced action and the mysterious wilderness setting. No one knows what will pop up on the screen from which direction to startle their senses. Whether it’s a quest to unearth lost treasures, or a journey to find the center of the earth, the best jungle movies always have loads of entertainment for the audiences in store. Some might think this genre is a little over-explored with various movies finding their own jungle to get lost in, but the charm of having an unknown wild adventure never ceases to amuse. It’s always fun to see filmmakers come up with an engaging backstory and hilarious characters to make the jungle adventure movie one heck of a ride. Fans of this genre find comfort in such forest movies and strive to live vicariously through them. There's no shortage of the best adventure movies that heavily use the jungle setting to tell their fun and exciting stories. Which are the ones worth seeing at least once? 12 'Journey 2: The Mysterious Island' (2012) Directed by Brad Peyton Dwayne Johnson and Josh Hutcherson in Journey 2 The Mysterious Island An ambitious sequel to the 2008 blockbuster Journey to the Center of the Earth, this feature film stars wrestler-turned-actor Dwayne Johnson, Josh Hutcherson, and Vanessa Hudgens, who set out in response to a cryptic signal received from deep within the forest. They venture in pursuit of Sean’s lost grandfather. Both movies are adapted from epic stories written by Jules Verne. Watch Journey 2: The Mysterious Island for golden comedy, amusing sequences, and obviously the awesome Dwayne Johnson. Its cheesy comedy and formulaic plot aren't for cinephiles, but it's likely one of the guilty pleasure movies that some viewers watch for an uplifted mood. journey 2: the mysterious island PG Release Date January 19, 2012 Director Brad Peyton Cast Dwayne Johnson , Michael Caine , Josh Hutcherson , Luis Guzman , Vanessa Hudgens , Kristin Davis Runtime 94 WATCH ON USA NETWORK 11 'Uncharted' (2022) Directed by Ruben Fleischer Tom Holland in UnchartedImage via Sony Starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg, Uncharted follows the undiscovered ventures of Ferdinand Magellan with a desire to find the lost treasure. Existing fans of the game were very excited to see a feature film explore the world of the beloved game, but Uncharted's adaptation turned out to be nothing like the source material. While Holland managed to capture Nate's charm, wit, humor, and heart in a way that was uniquely his own, it couldn't make up for the boring plot, missed opportunities, and questionable deviations from the game's story that the creators decided to include. Still, for fans looking for a mindless flick on a boring night, Uncharted offers its fair share of fun action sequences, but not much else. Uncharted PG-13 Release Date February 10, 2022 Director Ruben Fleischer Cast Tom Holland , Mark Wahlberg Runtime 1hr 56min RENT ON APPLE TV 10 'The Lost City' (2022) Directed by Adam Nee, Aaron Nee the-lost-city-sandra-bullock-channing-tatum-socialImage via Paramount Nestled in the plot of the adventure movie The Lost City is a romantic arc that brings together an author and her cover model who goes overlooked otherwise. This modern take on the genre finds Sandra Bollock and Channing Tatum in the wild with an evil Daniel Radcliffe hampering their every move. The unlikely pair must learn to work together if they hope to survive long enough to find the treasure. The wild plot certainly managed to capture the attention of the viewers, even though most of the jokes didn't land. The Lost City reels you in with the mystic fonts and the legend of a hidden treasure that delighted the kings and queens for centuries, even if many of these hooks are unfortunately predictable clichés. If for nothing else, the movie is a perfect watch just for the unexpected Brad Pitt cameo. The Lost City PG-13 Release Date March 25, 2022 Director Aaron Nee , Adam Nee Cast Sandra Bullock , Channing Tatum , Daniel Radcliffe , Da'Vine Joy Randolph , Brad Pitt Runtime 112 minutes WATCH ON AMAZON PRIME 9 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' (2008) Directed by Steven Spielberg Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones and Shia LaBeouf as Mutt shining a flashlight and examining something in a cave in 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.'Image via Paramount Pictures The fourth installment in the beloved adventure franchise, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull follows the exhilarating journey of the titular archaeologist (Harrison Ford), who pursues an artifact with immense power. Alongside an old flame, Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen), Indy travels to the depths of the forests of Peru before being captured and taken to the Amazon. Although not the best in the massive Indiana Jones franchise, The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull still offers exciting action and gut-busting humor for fans who love the character. It’s also just nostalgic to revisit the legendary films now that its final installment had its disappointing premiere. If anything, The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is worth watching just for that one epic motorcycle scene. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull PG-13 Indiana Jones becomes entangled in a Soviet plot to uncover the secret behind mysterious artifacts known as the Crystal Skulls. Release Date May 22, 2008 Director Steven Spielberg Cast Harrison Ford , Cate Blanchett , Karen Allen , Shia LaBeouf , Ray Winstone , John Hurt Runtime 122 minutes WATCH ON DISNEY+ 8 'Jungle Cruise' (2021) Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra Jungle Cruise Cast Jungle Cruise was highly anticipated as it brought two very talented and amazing actors together on screen – Emily Blunt and Dwayne Johnson. In this adventurous escapade, fans see a doctor and her brother embark on a trip to the lush Amazon forests to find a lost tree with supposed magical powers. Of course, their journey has hindrances caused by evil villains who want to use the tree for their malicious purposes and spread their villainous agenda. Jungle Cruise is a fun way to enjoy the marvelous setting and get lost in the world of the Amazon. Don't expect any innovative twists or brilliant writing, though, as it's a basic jungle adventure movie that doesn't try to be anything else. For those looking for a family-friendly flick, this is the perfect one – enjoy it enough and there's a sequel available to watch, too! Jungle Cruise Release Date July 28, 2021 Director Jaume Collet-Serra Cast Dwayne Johnson , Emily Blunt , Jesse Plemons , Paul Giamatti , Edgar Ramirez , Jack Whitehall Runtime 127 WATCH ON DISNEY+ 7 'Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle' (2017) Directed by Jake Kasdan Kevin Hart and Dwayne Johnson in 'Jumanji: The Next Level'Image via Columbia Pictures Even with a simple plot, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is so hilarious that it's impossible not to laugh. The film embraces the ridiculous concept of being sucked into a video game – which the original Jumanji game transformed into to fit modern times – but never insults the intelligence of the audience. Adult avatars from the present play alongside other players stuck in the game since the '90s, and they all desperately try to escape. Featuring Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Karen Gillan, and a sweet cameo by Nick Jonas, this film is an action extravaganza made to entertain. It does take inspiration from the vintage classic Jumanji game but comes out with a clearer direction and plot. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle may not live up to its predecessors, but there's no denying it's at least decently entertaining. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle PG-13 Four teenagers are sucked into a magical video game, and the only way they can escape is to work together to finish the game. Release Date December 20, 2017 Director Jake Kasdan Cast Dwayne Johnson , Karen Gillan , Kevin Hart , Jack Black Runtime 119 minutes WATCH ON HULU 6 'Tropic Thunder' (2008) Directed by Ben Stiller The cast of Tropic ThunderImage via Paramount Pictures Tropic Thunder has failings, but at its core, it is an absurd and deliciously wicked satire movie that exposes everything that is wrong with Hollywood. Parodying many classic films based on the Vietnam War, Tropic Thunder follows a group of obnoxious actors shooting their own war movie. When their director accidentally dies in an accident after leaving them in a jungle, the actors have to use what little skills they have to make it out alive. Tropic Thunder is packed with hilarious and endlessly quotable lines, as well as two scene-stealing performances by Matthew McConaughey and Tom Cruise. Some of the best comedians and actors of the twenty-first century kicked off the century with a bang in this massive ensemble production that lived up to the hype at the time of its release and is still beloved by fans today. Tropic Thunder R Release Date August 9, 2008 Director Ben Stiller Cast Jeff Kahn , Robert Downey Jr. , Anthony Ruivivar , Jack Black , Jay Baruchel , Brandon T. Jackson Runtime 106 WATCH ON HULU 5 'King Kong' (2005) Directed by Peter Jackson King Kong roaring in King Kong (2005)Image via Universal Pictures King Kong has been remade multiple times by different filmmakers with more diverse perspectives on the portrayal of the magnificent Gorilla aka King Kong. The movie follows Carl Denham and his crew as they come across a giant ape on Skull Island and imprison it in order to bring it to New York. They run into trouble when the giant ape is released into the city. A fantastic and exciting film on the whole, King Kong's plot is epic, with more action and new astounding creatures. This remake contains more action than the original, and obviously maximizes CGI (even though it hasn't aged entirely well). While definitely not director Peter Jackson's best work (an honor that remains with the Lord of the Rings trilogy), it's a decent enough modern adaptation of the classic story. King Kong PG-13 Release Date December 14, 2005 Director Peter Jackson Cast Naomi Watts , Jack Black , Adrien Brody , Thomas Kretschmann , Colin Hanks , Andy Serkis Runtime 187 minutes RENT ON APPLE TV 4 'Tarzan' (1999) Directed by Kevin Lima, Chris Buck Tarzan 2x1 A beloved Disney classic, Tarzan is an animated film that needs no introduction. The movie tells the tale of the titular protagonist (voiced by Tony Goldwyn), a human orphan left in the jungle who is adopted by his gorilla family. He struggles with his identity and place in the world growing up, which becomes even more prominent with the arrival of a group of humans – including the vibrant Jane Porter (Minnie Driver). The rewatchable animated Disney film has everything, from groundbreaking animation to catchy musical numbers to an inspiring heartfelt story. Its story about identity and the meaning of family is wonderfully told against the backdrop of a gorgeous (and sometimes unforgiving) jungle. While some of its aspects haven't aged well, the classic is still worth revisiting with family members today. WATCH ON DISNEY+ 3 'The Jungle Book' (1967) Baloo, Mowgli, and Bagheera looking in the same direction with different expressions in The Jungle BookImage via Disney The Jungle Book is an evergreen classic that has been one of the most widely read and watched movies in the history of cinema. The adventures of Mowgli, the hunger of the iconic animated villain Shere Khan, and a pack of wild animals come together to create this masterpiece of a story. Heartwarming soundtracks and lessons about bravery, friendship, and life, in general, are some of the inspiring takeaways from The Jungle Book. With various animated and live-action iterations, this movie has been made and remade a lot of times over the years, but still manages to maintain the old-school charm of a Disney movie. The 1967 version is undoubtedly still the best, with as much heart and humor as it did when it first premiered. WATCH ON DISNEY+ 2 'Jurassic Park' Movies (1993 - 2001) A T-Rex standing a few meters away from a man holding a flare to distract it Spanning seven thrilling movies over almost two decades, the Jurassic Park franchise has nothing but the best in store. A first-of-its-kind plot that explored the comeback of dinosaurs to disrupt the modern world was loved by all and immediately became a huge part of cinematic history. Along with rampaging monsters and scientific experiments gone wrong, the movies have continuously featured a strong star cast that managed to attract audiences from across the world. The most recent movie, Jurassic Park: Dominion, seemed to be the end of the franchise, which has seen a steady decline in quality. That said, those looking for a nail-biting jungle survival movie may want to check out the first three entries in this award-winning film series. Jurassic Park PG-13 Release Date June 11, 1993 Director Steven Spielberg Cast Sam Neill , Laura Dern , Jeff Goldblum , Richard Attenborough , Bob Peck , Martin Ferrero Runtime 127 WATCH ON USA NETWORK 1 'Predator' (1987) Directed by John McTiernan Predator-Arnold SchwarzeneggerImage via 20th Century Studios Predator was part of Arnold Schwarzenegger's string of 1980s hits: half testosterone-drenched shootout movie, half sci-fi horror that dismantles (limb by limb) the action genre and the men who feature in them, who find all their guns and unified body mass completely pointless against a superior warrior who hunts humans for sport. Predator became an instant action classic thanks to the dreaded creature, one-liners, sweltering jungle setting, and John McTiernan's directorial style. It's the ultimate jungle movie that birthed a legendary franchise that's still going strong today, with Prey marking a great move forward for the classic film series. Predator R Release Date June 12, 1987 Director John McTiernan Cast Arnold Schwarzenegger , Carl Weathers , Elpidia Carrillo , Bill Duke , Jesse Ventura , Sonny Landham Runtime 107 minutes Dragon movies have remained popular throughout the years, showcasing the thrilling and terrifying potential of these mythical creatures on the big screen. While dragons were traditionally depicted as threats to be vanquished, modern dragon films explore their misunderstood nature and their potential to become allies to the heroes. Animated dragon movies, like Raya and the Last Dragon and Flight of the Dragons, offer unique and magical storytelling experiences that capture the essence of these creatures. While many films focus on memorable mythical beasts, dragon movies have proven that the colossal fire-breathing lizards of legend make for some of the best cinematic experiences. Giant dinosaur-like creatures with huge leathery wings and the ability to breathe fire are certainly exciting additions to any story, and it is not hard to see why dragons have been been the focus of tales for centuries — a trend that continued with the invention of cinema and birth of filmmaking. The best dragon movies showcase all the wonderful, thrilling, and terrifying ways these beasts can be used on the big screen. Old stories would often depict dragons as a fearsome threat to the kingdom that needed to be vanquished by heroic knights. Certainly, there are still plenty of movies that play on the destructive nature of dragons. However, dragons in movies can also be depicted as misunderstood creatures and even allies to the heroes. Epic fantasy adventures like Harry Potter have dragons, as do family-friendly fun like Shrek. From fairy tales to medieval adventures to magical epics, these dragon movies use the beasts to their greatest potential. RELATED The Top 10 Coolest Dragons In Movies & TV Shows, Ranked Who doesn't love a good dragon? Dragons are as timeless in world folklore as they are in pop culture. Here are the 10 coolest movie and TV dragons. 20 Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings (2021) The MCU's Origin Story Features A Legendary And Heroic Dragon Shang-Chi awakens the Great Protector in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Release Date September 3, 2021 Director Destin Cretton Cast Awkwafina , Simu Liu , Tony Leung Chiu Wai Runtime 132 minutes Given how much the MCU has expanded over the years, perhaps it was only a matter of time before a dragon was thrown into the mix. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is an MCU origin story that is initially a somewhat grounded martial arts action movie, but there eventually are more fantastical elements introduced — including an epic dragon. As part of the legend at the center of the movie, a Chinese dragon known as the Great Protector sealed an evil creature known as the Dweller-in-Darkness inside a cave. When Shang-Chi's villainous father Wenwu frees the Dweller-in-Darkness in the movie's climax, the Great Protector returns to help Shang-Chi. The bloated CGI finale is considered the weakest aspect of the movie, but Shang-Chi is a top-tier Phase 4 film that helped introduce a fun new hero into the MCU. Three years later, fans are still waiting for news on Shang-Chi 2. WATCH ON DISNEY+ 19 Raya And The Last Dragon (2021) A Disney Adventure About A Dragon Who Is Humanity's Last Hope Raya and the Last Dragon Release Date March 5, 2021 Director Carlos López Estrada , Don Hall Cast Awkwafina , Kelly Marie Tran , Thalia Tran , Daniel Dae Kim , Alan Tudyk , Izaac Wang , Ross Butler , Patti Harrison , Gemma Chan , Sandra Oh , Benedict Wong , Lucille Soong Runtime 112 minutes Disney jumped into the dragon storytelling genre with Raya and the Last Dragon. This animated movie about dragons takes place in a fantasy world where humans and dragons coexisted. When a dark force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. When the darkness returns, a young human warrior sets out to find the last dragon who can save them. Raya and the Last Dragon is an exciting and breathtaking adventure, featuring some incredible animated action sequences. It is also a rare story in which dragons are seen as protectors and allies to humans from the beginning. This sets up the wonderful friendship that is at the heart of the movie between Raya and the dragon Sisu. Though not a huge Disney hit, critics were much kinder to the dragon film. WATCH ON DISNEY+ 18 Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) The Adaptation Of The Popular Game Features Memorable Dragons Regé-Jean Page, Michelle Rodriguez, Chris Pine, Sophia Lillis, and Justice Smith in Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Release Date March 31, 2023 Director Jonathan Goldstein , John Francis Daley Cast Hugh Grant , Rege-Jean Page , Chris Pine , Justice Smith , Chloe Coleman , Michelle Rodriguez , Sophia Lillis Runtime 134 Minutes While the first attempt to bring the popular game Dungeons & Dragons to the big screen ended in disaster, this new take on the material made for a wildly fun adventure fantasy. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves cast of characters make up a ragtag group of heroes who unwittingly unleash a powerful evil and must find a way to save the world. As Honor Among Thieves is a Dungeons and Dragons movie, there are dragons and other wonderful fantasy creatures thrown into the story, many of which fans of the game will recognize. This includes a memorable sequence with the heroes fleeing from a hilariously overweight dragon. It all adds to the wonderful sense of humor and clever action set pieces that make this a winning movie. Though it wasn't the box office smash that some were hoping for, there is still hope for Dungeons & Dragons 2. WATCH ON PRIME VIDEO 17 Merlin (1998) The Television Miniseries Brought Fantasy Storytelling To The Small Screen Sam Neill with a sword in the snow in the 1998 fantasy film Merlin. Technically, Merlin is not a movie; it was a made-for-TV miniseries featured on NBC in 1998. However, given its quality and following, it deserves some recognition. Some viewers argue that the scene in the film where Merlin's love Nimue is sacrificed to a dragon is the best scene in the miniseries. Whether or not that is true, it brought dragons to primetime television decades before Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. Merlin was nominated for six Emmy Awards and four Golden Globes. Its biggest accomplishment, however, was luring so many new fans to the fantasy genre. Filled with drama and magic and loosely based on real-world historical events, Merlin served as a stepping stone toward the influx of fantasy productions in mainstream media, paving the way for television shows like Grimm, Once Upon a Time, and Supernatural. Fantasy fans may also be familiar with the show's sequel, Merlin's Apprentice. 16 Flight Of The Dragons (1982) The Animated Dragon Movie That Does A Lot With A Little Two dragons in rubble in Flight of the Dragons Some of the best dragon movies are animated, which makes perfect sense. It hasn't always been possible to capture the majesty, magic, and even brutality of dragons on the big screen, especially prior to the dawn of CGI. Take The Flight of the Dragons, for example. Released in 1982, it combines star voice-acting talents like John Ritter and James Earl Jones and pieces of fantasy tomes like The Flight of Dragons and The Dragon and the George to create an animated treat for all ages. Newcomers to the film should not let its underwhelming cover art deter them from seeing it. It features the same dramatic and gorgeous yet somehow gritty fantasy style used in movies like The Last Unicorn. It is a rare type of film that simply isn't made anymore. 15 Eragon (2006) An Adaptation Of The Beloved Young Adult Fantasy A promotional image from the 2006 movie Eragon. Eragon Release Date December 15, 2006 Director Stefen Fangmeier Cast Jeremy Irons , Rachel Weisz , Ed Speleers , Djimon Hounsou , Robert Carlyle , Sienna Guillory , John Malkovich , Garrett Hedlund , Joss Stone Runtime 103 minutes A solid mid-2000s dragon movie that viewers of all ages can enjoy, Eragon is an adaptation of the young adult novel of the same name by Chrisopher Paolini. Eragon is the classic tale of a young boy fighting to defend his people and home against invaders with a high-fantasy twist. Indelibly bonded to a dragon known as Saphira, the two develop a kinship as they quest to thwart impending evils. Eragon was a celebrated children's novel, but it didn't translate all that well to film, with poor critical and commercial reception tanking the Eragon franchise before it got going. Still, it's enjoyable enough for younger audiences, and it may have fared a bit better had it not come on the heels of the titanic Lord of the Rings trilogy. Luckily, a Disney+ adaptation of the Eragon books will hopefully do it more justice. WATCH ON DISNEY+ 14 Dragonslayer (1981) A Gory And Horrific Fantasy Adventure Peter MacNicol stabbing a dragon in the back of the head in Dragonslayer Dragonslayer Release Date June 26, 1981 Director Matthew Robbins Cast Peter MacNicol , Caitlin Clarke , Ralph Richardson , John Hallam , Peter Eyre , Sydney Bromley Runtime 109 Minutes While actor Peter MacNicol may distance himself from his 1981 dragon movie, Dragonslayer still maintains a cult following. Between its general weirdness, darkness, and "saving the damsel in distress" theme, Dragonslayer recalls the archetypal Arthurian tale, as well as the story of David's triumph over Goliath, in more ways than one. The movie featured a surprising amount of gore for its subject, incorporating some borderline horror elements into its backbone. Today's dragon fans might see it and consider its special effects both too outdated and too dark, but the film was a huge achievement in cinematography and special effects at the time, managing to portray a dragon on the big screen in a way no other film had quite accomplished. WATCH ON PLUTO TV 13 Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers (2002) The Second Movie In Peter Jackson's Trilogy Introduced Terrifying Flying Beasts A Fell Beast in the 2002 high fantasy film Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers Release Date January 15, 2002 Director Peter Jackson Cast Peter Jackson , Elijah Wood , Andy Serkis , Viggo Mortensen Runtime 179minutes Peter Jackson's adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkein's fantasy series made for one of the most popular and acclaimed movie trilogies of all time. What was so successful about them was how they were able to blend such fantastical creatures and beings with well-rounded and interesting characters. Yet as compelling as Frodo and Sam were, the introduction of the unsettling flying beasts ridden by the Nazgul, in The Two Towers certainly stood out. The Nazgul scenes from Return of the King are even more mesmerizing, especially with the additional scenes from the Lord of the Rings extended editions. While the iconic moment between the Witch King and Eowyn definitely deserves mentioning, it was in Osgiliath where viewers first glimpse the fell beasts that the Nazgul rode while hunting the One Ring. Amid the creatures' deafening wing-swishing and ear-splitting cries, audiences could almost smell their stench and feel their rancid breath. WATCH ON MAX 12 Pete's Dragon (1977) A Modern-Day Friendship Between A Boy And A Dragon Pete and Eliot from the Original Pete's Dragon eating apples Though it is one of the more lighthearted dragon movies, Pete's Dragon is not without its darkness. Between the abuse of a backwoods adopted family and the threat of having his dragon murdered, mutilated, and eaten as magical medicine, some moments might disturb younger viewers. However, the main message of the film is uplifting and there are memorable musical numbers that feature performances by Helen Reddy, Mickey Rooney, and Charlie Callas, who voiced the goofy animated dragon, Elliott. The lovable nature of Elliott, combined with his round, hand-drawn features and support of Pete, made him a favorite among children and adults alike. While the 2016 Pete's Dragon remake took a few liberties, it was ultimately received as a superior modernization of the original. WATCH ON DISNEY+ 11 Shrek (2001) The DreamWorks Animated Comedy Subverts Dragons And Other Fairy Tale Tropes Donkey and Dragon arriving at the church in Shrek. Shrek Release Date May 18, 2001 Director Vicky Jenson , Andrew Adamson Cast Cameron Diaz , Mike Myers , Eddie Murphy , John Lithgow Runtime 90 minutes The Shrek movies have always had a fun quality of playing around with the tropes of fairy tales and nursery rhymes. This includes its titular character, a grumpy ogre who ends up being the hero of the story and the one who the princess falls in love with in the end. The movie also has a twist on the classic trope of the princess stuck in a tower guarded by a dragon, with a rare female dragon being part of the fun. Not only did Shrek feature a pink, eye-lashed dragon that wore lipstick, but the movie also saw her fall in love with a talking donkey. Dragon in Shrek begins as a menace and then evolves into a love-struck punchline. In later films in the Shrek series, Dragon becomes a serious love interest and even ends up making donkey-dragon hybrids with Shrek's sidekick. WATCH ON PEACOCK 10 Godzilla: King Of The Monsters (2019) Godzilla Meets His Match With This Three-Headed Dragon Godzilla: King of the Monsters Release Date May 29, 2019 Director Michael Dougherty Cast Millie Bobby Brown , Vera Farmiga , Kyle Chandler , O'Shea Jackson Jr. , Bradley Whitford , Randy Havens , Charles Dance , Aisha Hinds , Sally Hawkins , Ken Watanabe , Thomas MIddleditch Runtime 132 Minutes Godzilla's status as a kind of dragon is up for debate, but King Ghidorah, the central antagonist of 2019's Godzilla: King of the Monsters, definitely qualifies. A massive, hydra-like creature capable of breathing lightning, Ghidorah is every bit as threatening as the titular monster. The movie itself was a big step forward in establishing the MonsterVerse with more details on Monarch and its mysterious past. However, those who are not into the lore of the franchise could simply enjoy the big monster action of the sequel. While he may not be a particularly deep or complex villain, King Ghidorah is a perfect fit for the film, and he's an utter terror on-screen. Plus, thanks to his character design, his presence solidifies Godzilla: King of the Monsters as a top-tier dragon movie. WATCH ON HULU 9 Maleficent (2014) The Sleeping Beauty Live-Action Movie Recreates The Dragon Sequence A dragon breathing fire in Maleficent. Maleficent Release Date May 30, 2014 Director Robert Stromberg Cast Sam Riley , Sharlto Copley , Elle Fanning , Juno Temple , Angelina Jolie , Imelda Staunton Runtime 1h 37m In 2014, Angelina Jolie portrayed one of the most famous Disney movie villains in a new light in Walt Disney Pictures' Maleficent, and she was accompanied by one of the most striking dragons ever added to a film. It features a fantastic battle scene with a dragon, as well as magic at every turn. In addition to giving a villain her humanity and a plausible backstory, it also featured a heroine at the helm in a clever retelling of the Sleeping Beauty story. Sleeping Beauty itself also features a moment in its climax in which Maleficent turns into a threatening dragon, making for an exciting early Disney action sequence. However, seeing the moment recreated with some fun new twists as a big-budget action sequence is unforgettable for Disney fans. WATCH ON DISNEY+ 8 Harry Potter And The Goblet of Fire (2005) The Fourth Harry Potter Movie Features A Memorable Dragon Despite Significant Changes From The Book A dragon breathing fire in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Release Date November 16, 2005 Director Mike Newell Cast Daniel Radcliffe , Emma Watson , Rupert Grint , Tom Felton , Robbie Coltrane , Ralph Fiennes , Michael Gambon , Brendan Gleeson , Gary Oldman , Timothy Spall , Alan Rickman , Maggie Smith Runtime 157 Minutes There are countless memes for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire that highlight all the big details from the books left out of the movies. A key component of the Triwizard Tournament is the dragon battle. While the movie version glossed over the deeper lore, in the book readers encounter several varieties of dragons. Creatures make up the most amazing moments of Goblet of Fire, but the dragon scenes were such huge fan favorites that there is even a dragon ride in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The Harry Potter universe is not limited to one book or film when it comes to dragons, either. Gamekeeper Rubeus Hagrid adopted and hatched a dragon, Norbert, from an egg in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and Harry, Ron, and Hermione ride a Ukrainian Ironbelly during one of the best dragon scenes in the franchise. However, when it comes to the movies, Goblet of Fire does feature a memorable sequence that serves as a reminder of the dangerous beasts in this world. WATCH ON MAX 7 Willow (1988) The Fantasy Cult-Favorite Includes A Memorable Two-Headed Dragon The two-headed dragon from the 1988 movie Willow. Willow Release Date May 20, 1988 Director Ron Howard Cast Jean Marsh , Val Kilmer , Joanne Whalley , Patricia Hayes , Warwick Davis Runtime 126 minutes Willow is a beloved fantasy movie that features some charming practical monster effects. While these moments were more convincing in 1988 than they are today, they still hold an endearing quality. The scene where Willow kicks a hatching two-headed dragon into a moat only to witness it grow and devour humans is a particularly memorable scene and perhaps more effective than some modern CGI creations. Although Willow can only be called a modest box office success, like many fantasy films, it still has a large and loyal following. Between its weird creatures and Warwick Davis's reluctant yet steadfast heroics, it still appeals to audiences today. It was nominated for two Academy Awards and spawned the short-lived Disney+ sequel series. WATCH ON DISNEY+ 6 Reign Of Fire (2002) A Futuristic World Where Dragons Take Over A dragon breathing fire at helicopters in Reign of Fire Dragon movies are typically set in ancient history or a sword-and-sorcery medieval-inspired setting, making the 2002 futuristic film Reign of Fire a particularly exciting take on fantasy. Not only was the early 2000s dragon movie an entertaining post-apocalyptic film that predated the current demand for dystopian media, but it also endangered the entire human race in a unique way. Even though the premise is a bit laughable, the movie used it to create and unique and exciting dystopian action movie. The visuals of a war against dragons in a live-action movie were impressive and thrilling, especially in a sequence where the heroes HALO jump to attack the beasts. The dragon movie Reign of Fire won a Festival de Cine de Sitges Award and was nominated for a Saturn Award. It was also developed into a video game. 5 The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug (2013) The Titular Villainous Dragon Steals The Show In The Middle-earth Adventure While there is a consensus that The Hobbit movies stretched the story too thin, Benedict Cumberbatch's portrayal of the greedy dragon Smaug was a highlight of the entire trilogy. The dragon's special effects, haughty persona, and lust for gold and vengeance were palpable on-screen, and Smaug's sharp reptilian features, cunning golden eyes, and velvety-turned-murderous voice blend together to create a fearsome, wicked creature like the world has never known. The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug was a critical success as well as a box office hit, earning $958 million worldwide (via Box Office Mojo). Smaug would return in the third movie to show his destructive force, but it is his slow-burn reveal in the second movie that really made him a memorable and menacing villain. WATCH ON PRIME VIDEO 4 Spirited Away (2001) Studio Ghibli's Fantasy Features A Complex And Conflicted Dragon Chihiro Ogino standing with Haku the dragon in Spirited Away Spirited Away (2001) Release Date July 20, 2001 Director Hayao Miyazaki Cast Rumi Hiiragi , Miyu Irino , Mari Natsuki , Takashi Naitô , Yasuko Sawaguchi , Tsunehiko Kamijô , Takehiko Ono , Bunta Sugawara Runtime 125 minutes One of the best representations of an Asian dragon in film is Haku, the River Spirit in Hayao Miyazaki's animated film Spirited Away. Like many Miyazaki characters, Haku is a blend of light and dark, battling his hunger for power against his desire to be a good person. In dragon form, he obeys his mistress, the witch Yubaba, while still fighting to protect the protagonist of the film, Chihiro. Ultimately, it is Chihiro's story, and it is she who saves them both in the end. Most of Studio Ghibli's movies are so magical, yet show that these types of stories can still have complex and interesting characters. The film has collected enough critical acclaim to prove its mettle, and it's earned enough audience approval to solidify it as an all-time great. It has made over $289 million around the globe (via Box Office Mojo) and rapidly became one of the highest-grossing movies in the history of Japanese filmmaking. WATCH ON MAX 3 How To Train Your Dragon (2010) An Animated Epic About Dragons And Humans Finding Peace How to Train Your Dragon Release Date March 10, 2010 Director Dean DeBlois , Chris Sanders Cast Jay Baruchel , Gerard Butler , Craig Ferguson , America Ferrera , Jonah Hill , Christopher Mintz-Plasse Runtime 1h 38m While children's novels don't typically translate all that well to the silver screen, one major exception is How to Train Your Dragon. The 2010 Dreamworks Animation feature scored a rousing approval from critics and launched an entire franchise of merchandise, video games, TV shows, and sequels. It tells the story of a Viking community that fears and battles dragons and the one boy who is brave enough to make friends with the beasts. The touching story of a nobody who becomes the most important person in a community due to his compassion and conviction, How to Train Your Dragon is both hilarious and moving. Its dragons are wildly imaginative with different breeds and types. Toothless, the film's central dragon, combines the traditional qualities of a flying, fire-breathing dragon with new traits such as cat and dog-like behavior, making him the most coveted dragon on Earth. WATCH ON FREEVEE 2 The Neverending Story (1984) The Adorable And Kind Falcor Is The Highlight Of This Fantasy Favorite The little boy and Falcor looking at each other in The NeverEnding Story The Neverending Story Release Date July 20, 1984 Director Wolfgang Petersen Cast Patricia Hayes , Noah Hathaway , Barret Oliver , Sydney Bromley , Gerald McRaney , Tami Stronach Runtime 94 minutes The most beloved creature in The Neverending Story, this flying, smiling luck dragon exhibited so much passion and positivity about Atreyu's quest. Falcor, the luck dragon, is modeled more closely after a Chinese dragon than a European one, but most viewers remember him as a giant, shiny puppy who liked children. It was one of the most iconic movie dragons that was lovable instead of scary. His enormous brown eyes and fuzzy fur made him an adorable beast and his kind heart further enriched him to younger audiences. While the fantasy story may be better remembered by older viewers, there are many that introduce this nostalgic favorite to younger generations, earning Falcor new fans all the time. 1 Dragonheart (1996) A Dragon And A Knight Form A Partnership Dragonheart Release Date May 31, 1996 Director Rob Cohen Cast Dennis Quaid , Sean Connery , Dina Meyer , Pete Postlethwaite Dragonheart is the story of Draco, a dragon who dared to share his heart to help keep a human prince alive. Unfortunately, his shared heart was wasted on a cruel tyrant, leading Draco to lose his faith in humanity until partnering with Dennis Quaid's scheming, dragon-slaying ex-knight. Draco was a rare talking dragon with sarcastic commentary and a curmudgeonly persona which was made even better with Sean Connery as the voice actor. The fantasy story has a lot of fun with a mix of genres, including the fantasy drama, the medieval buddy movie, and the action-adventure. The movie even ended on a surprisingly bittersweet note, that helped to earn Draco a reputation as a truly heroic movie dragon that made these intimidating beasts worth cheering for. Many families are discovering Netflix’s Slumberland, a fun, fantasy adventure fit for the whole family about a precocious little girl named Nemo (Marlow Barkley) who flees her waking woes by escaping to a magical dreamworld where, accompanied by her partner in crime Flip (Jason Momoa), she hopes to reconnect with her dead father. RELATED: Best Fantasy Shows On Netflix Like any good fantasy, Slumberland is filled with adventure and magic, and a fair bit of world-building. This kind of movie is perfect for family viewing. Inspired by Slumberland, there are some noteworthy kid-friendly fantasy films that will be perfect for those who enjoyed it and want to explore more in the genre. 'The Goonies' (1985) The Goonies (1985) Richard Donnor’s ode to childhood friendships features a gang of neighborhood kids who face separation as their family homes are foreclosed. Hoping to save them, they follow a treasure map on an epic adventure to find legendary pirate One-Eyed Willy’s long-lost fortune. The Goonies will excite young viewers with its treasure hunt, booby-trapped tunnels, and mythical pirate ship, Inferno. Parents will enjoy The Goonies' dose of nostalgia and seeing familiar faces including Sean Astin, Corey Feldman, and Josh Brolin on their dangerous quest. Of course, the whole family will appreciate seeing the bad guys get their comeuppance. 'A Babysitter’s Guide To Monster Hunting' (2020) tamara-smart-oona-laurence-a-babysitters-guide-to-monster-hunting Recruited by Liz Lerue (Oona Laurence) to a secret society of children-protecting babysitters, high schooler Kelly (Tamara Smart) goes on a mission to find the kid who was in her care when the Boogeyman snatched him on Halloween night. But first, a stop at the secret society headquarters where she’ll get equipped with the handiest gadgets teenage monster hunters could want. In A Babysitter’s Guide To Monster Hunting, Kelly fights an entire underground world of monsters, but parents needn’t worry about this film being too scary for little kids. The monsters are adorable, husky, rainbow-colored goblins protecting their leader, The Grand Guignol (Tom Felton), who literally drains kids of their nightmares for fuel. But the film’s emphasis on empowerment and adventure ensures it provides no nightmare fuel itself. 'Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium' (2007) mr magorium wonder emporium dustin hoffman family fantasy toy story When eccentric toy store owner Mr. Magorium (Dustin Hoffman) is on his last pair of a lifetime supply of shoes, he prepares his apprentice Molly (Natalie Portman) to take over after his death in Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium. The toy store, seemingly powered by magic, has a lot for Molly to learn, and its secrets aren’t exactly straightforward. Helped by the store’s mutant/accountant (Jason Bateman) and the store’s most frequent visitor, young Eric the hat collector (Zach Mills), Molly has to grieve her friend, reconcile her future in retail with her musical past, and embrace magic by believing in herself. The toy store is full of glittering objects bound by magical forces, and the film delights with whimsy and endearing characters. 'Inkheart' (2008) Brendan Fraiser stands with a book in his hand while confetti falls in this still from InkheartImage via New Line Cinemas When teenage Meggie (Eliza Bennet) discovers her father Mo (Brendan Fraser) has an amazing talent for bringing book characters to life, some of those characters from a book called Inkheart have already been stalking them for a decade. Dustfinger (Paul Bettany) begs to be read back into his book but warns that villain Capricorn (Andy Serkis) is determined to stay out, preferring to destroy them and rule Earth instead. Fans of fantasy will rejoice in Inkheart's iconic mythical creatures like ticking crocodiles and flying monkeys; their crossover worlds are spellbinding, and the possibilities are limitless. But when fantasy and reality collide, Meggie discovers that even magic comes with a cost. 'Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made' (2020) timmy failure winslow fegley polar bear detective agency in front of house Timmy (Winslow Fegley) is an eleven-year-old boy who believes himself to be a world-class detective. He runs his agency with his best friend, Total, an imaginary polar bear in Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made. Most of the fantasy elements are taking place in Timmy’s imagination as everyone else goes about their everyday lives. When people try to suppress Timmy’s stories, including Russian conspiracies involving his missing Segway, he gets sent to counseling. Timmy is driven to pursue some risky quests, sometimes endangering himself and others. But to completely extinguish his imagination is to deny him some essential part of himself. Even the adults eventually realize this, validating his fantasies. However, the film is pretty vague about some of Timmy’s obsession’s origins, leaving some of the movie’s world-building to the viewer. 'The Neverending Story' (1984) Atreyu and his horse Artax from 'The NeverEnding Story' Ten-year-old Bastian (Barret Oliver), chased by bullies, hides out in a bookstore where he discovers a storybook in The Neverending Story. The owner warns him the book is dangerous as those who enter its world cannot escape. This of course makes the book irresistible to a ten-year-old boy, so he steals away to the school and gets drawn into the mythical land of Fantasia. The Childlike Empress (Tami Stronach) asks brave Atreyu (Noah Hathaway) to be the hero Fantasia needs to save it from destruction. His quest involves a medallion of protection, a horse that succumbs to sadness, and a flying white luck-dragon named Falkor. But as the story progresses, Bastian is startled to learn that he becomes part of it, and that it was his own imagination that had the power to save Fantasia all along. 'Godmothered' (2020) godmothered-disney-plus-jillian-bell-social-featured Eleanor Fay Bloomingbottom (Jillian Bell) attends fairy godmother school in the Motherland, where they learn to grant wishes. Though Eleanor isn’t very skilled, she is determined to grant a wish sent by a ten-year-old girl named Mackenzie. In the real world, however, Eleanor is shocked to learn that Mackenzie is all grown up, now a miserable 40-year-old single mother (Isla Fisher). This fairy tale sees fantasy clash with the real world as Eleanor’s bumbling attempts at magic create viral sensations. These do not help her achieve Mackenzie’s wish for true love and failing to grant that wish will make Eleanor’s powers disappear. Godmothered is a fresh, cheeky twist on a familiar genre. 'Nightbooks' (2021) nightbooks-krysten-ritter-interview social The super charming Winslow Fegley strikes again as Alex, a kid obsessed with scary stories. This turns out to be a useful skill when he winds up imprisoned by an evil witch Natacha (Krysten Ritter) in her NYC apartment. To survive, he convinces her to let him tell a scary story every night, buying him time to escape her inescapable home, along with servant Yazmin (Lidya Jewett). Nightbooks is a kid’s gateway into horror, packing in as many fantasy elements as possible in 1 hour and 43 minutes. The movie features sleeping witches, poison candy, toothy mythical creatures, frozen children, magic potions, and even a hairless cat. Best of all are the stories that young Alex must write, night after night, incorporating vampires and ghosts with strict attention to detail because Natacha knows some vampires and ghosts personally – the only thing she dislikes more than inaccuracy is a happy ending. 'Flora & Ulysses' (2021) flora-and-ulysses-disney-plus-matilda-lawlerImage via Disney+ In Flora & Ulysses, Flora (Matilda Lawler) is the kind of girl who wants to believe in magic, but experience has made her cynical. With both parents in personal and professional slumps, Flora adopts a pet squirrel named Ulysses who acquires superpowers after briefly dying inside a robot vacuum. Ulysses’ super abilities make him super troublesome, and the local animal control will stop at nothing to have him euthanized. This unique, heroic adventure is wholesome family fun. Ulysses makes for an enviable creature companion, not just extraordinarily strong and fast, but a composer of poetry as well. He’s also fluffy and cute, adding an extra sense of wonder and awe to an already compelling story. 'Hook' (1991) Captain Hook yelling at Peter Pan It turns out Peter Pan (Robin Williams) does, in fact, eventually grow up, and becomes a workaholic lawyer in Hook. When Captain Hook (Dustin Hoffman) re-enters his life and kidnaps his children, Peter must follow Tinkerbell (Julia Roberts) back to Neverland and, with the help of the Lost Boys, must remember how to be fearless young Peter again to save his children. Director Steven Spielberg, master of memorable movies about childhood, takes everything audiences know about Peter Pan and turns it upside down. The grown-up Peter is a grouch, drained of every last ounce of careless whimsy. But to fight Hook, he’ll have to reconnect with that side of himself once again, the boy who vowed to never grow up.

THE WATCHERS Trailer 2 (2024) Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell THE WATCHERS Trailer 2 (2024) Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, Ishana Shyamalan © 2024 - Warner Bros "You have five seconds before the door is sealed." Warner Bros & New Line Cinema have unveiled the full official trailer for the mysterious horror thriller from the Shyamalan family titled The Watchers. Set to open in June this summer, a few months before M. Night Shyamalan's Trap. This is adapted from the novel of the same name by A.M. Shine, and is directed by M. Night's daughter named Ishana, making her feature directorial debut after working on the "Servant" series directing episodes. A young woman gets stranded in an extensive, immaculate forest somewhere in western Ireland, where, after finding her way to a shelter, she becomes trapped alongside three strangers, stalked by mysterious creatures each night. What do they want with them...? The crew includes DP Eli Arenson with music by Abel Korzeniowski. The thriller stars Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, Oliver Finnegan, and Olwen Fouere. Oh this looks damn good! I love a "what is going on?!" mystery like this. And they don't reveal any of the creatures yet! I'll be watching, too. Here's the main official trailer for Ishana Night Shyamalan's The Watchers, direct from WB's YouTube: The Watchers Poster You can rewatch the teaser trailer for Ishana Night Shyamalan's The Watchers right here for more footage. From producer M. Night Shyamalan comes The Watchers, written & directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan and based on the novel by A.M. Shine. The film follows Mina, a 28-year-old artist, who gets stranded in an expansive, untouched forest in western Ireland. When Mina finds shelter, she unknowingly becomes trapped alongside three strangers who are watched and stalked by mysterious creatures each night. The Watchers is written and directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan, M. Night's daughter, making her feature directorial debut after writing / producer / directing on the "Servant" series. Adapted from the novel of the same name by A.M. Shine. Produced by M. Night Shyamalan, Ashwin Rajan, and Nimitt Mankad. Executive produced by Jo Homewood and Stephen Dembitzer. Warner Bros will release Shyamalan's The Watchers in theaters worldwide starting on June 7th, 2024 coming soon this summer. Who wants to watch this film? "You can't see them, but they see everything." Warner Bros/New Line Cinema have revealed the first teaser trailer for a new mysterious horror thriller from the Shyamalan family titled The Watchers. Not connected to the Maika Monroe horror film The Watcher. This is adapted from the novel of the same name by A.M. Shine, and is directed by M. Night Shyamalan's daughter Ishana, making her feature directorial debut after working on the "Servant" series before this. A young artist gets stranded in an extensive, immaculate forest in western Ireland, where, after finding shelter, she becomes trapped alongside three strangers, stalked by mysterious creatures each night. The crew includes DP Eli Arenson, production designer Ferdia Murphy, editor Job ter Burg, and costume design by Frank Gallacher, with music by Abel Korzeniowski. The thriller film stars Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, Oliver Finnegan, and Olwen Fouere. Welcome to the show. Yeah this looks very creepy and peculiar, I am definitely in. Don't you wanna know what they are? Here's the teaser trailer (+ poster) for Ishana Night Shyamalan's The Watchers, direct from YouTube: The Watchers Poster From producer M. Night Shyamalan comes The Watchers, written & directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan and based on the novel by A.M. Shine. The film follows Mina, a 28-year-old artist, who gets stranded in an expansive, untouched forest in western Ireland. When Mina finds shelter, she unknowingly becomes trapped alongside three strangers who are watched and stalked by mysterious creatures each night. The Watchers is written and directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan, M. Night's daughter, making her feature directorial debut after writing / producer / directing on the "Servant" series. Adapted from the novel of the same name by A.M. Shine. Produced by M. Night Shyamalan, Ashwin Rajan, and Nimitt Mankad. Executive produced by Jo Homewood and Stephen Dembitzer. Warner Bros will release Shyamalan's The Watchers in theaters worldwide starting on June 7th, 2024 this summer. First impression? How does that look so far? In her feature film directorial debut, Ishana Shyamalan will take the reins from her father, M. Night Shyamalan, to create the upcoming horror mystery film, The Watchers. She has been carving out her writing and directing career since age 19 by working alongside him as a writer, producer, and director for M. Night’s Apple TV+ series Servant. The show, which is in its fourth and final season, includes ten episodes written by Ishana, and out of the six that she also directed, two were season finales. The now-22-year-old director also worked alongside her father as an assistant director for his 2021 movie Old, and the 2023 film Knock At The Cabin. Ishana’s upcoming film, The Watchers, was picked up by New Line Cinema earlier last year, with President and Chief Creative Officer Richard Brener stating “The script grips you from the first page and never lets you go.” This article will let you know everything there is to know about the upcoming movie. Editor's Note: This piece was updated on April 23, 2024. The Watchers Film Poster The Watchers Horror Fantasy Mystery Release Date June 7, 2024 Director Ishana Shyamalan Cast Dakota Fanning , Georgina Campbell , Olwen Fouéré , Siobhan Hewlett Main Genre Horror Writers A.M. Shine , Ishana Shyamalan Does 'The Watchers' Have a Release Date? Dakota Fanning as Mina, tapping her reflection in The Watchers.Image via Warner Bros. The Watchers will be arriving in theaters on Friday, June 7, 2024. The movie had been initially scheduled for this very date, but was later pushed back one week. In April 2024, it was announced that the horror film had moved back to its original release date.The movie will be opening against the buddy-cop action comedy sequel Bad Boys: Ride or Die starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. The Watchers will mark the first film in the 2024 summer movie season from Blinding Edge Productions, with the second film being M. Night Shyamalan's thriller Trap starring Josh Hartnett. As there's been a recent surge in pushing to bring exclusive theatrical releases back, the movie will only be released in theaters at first but will then have a streaming release at a later date. With New Line Cinema (and parent company Warner Bros. Pictures), the movie will most likely be available to stream on Max (formerly HBO Max) after its theatrical run and available to purchase or rent on other streaming services like Amazon Prime or Google Play. Is There a Trailer for 'The Watchers'? Yes, there is! The official trailer was just recently released by Warner Bros. Pictures. The Watchers themselves have yet to be revealed in the trailer, but you can get an idea of what kind of creatures they are in this 2-minute teaser trailer. If you've ever kept pets in a glass tank, such as fish, hamsters, or even an ant farm... you'll soon know what it feels like to be observed for entertainment. The second trailer for The Watchers was released by Warner Bros. on April 22, 2024. What Is 'The Watchers' About? A group of four people staring at a winged skeleton in The Watchers.Image via Warner Bros. The Watchers is based on the A.M. Shine novel of the same name and will follow 28-year-old Mina as she travels the Western Irish countryside. After Mina’s car breaks down, she is forced to continue on foot in search of assistance. As she wanders through the forest and darkness begins to set, a strange woman screams at her, urging her to get inside a nearby concrete bunker quickly. Inside, she meets three strangers, all of whom look equally terrified. With the door shut, leaving them in darkness, an automatic light turns on, revealing a glass wall to the outside. Monstrous underground creatures emerge from the depths of the forest once the sun has disappeared and begin to observe the people trapped inside the enclosure. The four strangers are essentially on display like zoo animals. Mina has no idea what The Watchers want from them, or worse, what will happen if anyone is unable to make it into the bunker before nightfall. One common denominator between Mina and her fellow captives is that they all come from situations where nobody will come looking for them. If Mina escapes, will she be able to make it out of the forest before darkness falls? The novel has been described as a combination of Cabin In The Woods and Lost, so the story appears to be in good hands with both Ishana writing the screenplay. The official synopsis for The Watchers by Warner Bros. reads: The film follows Mina, a 28-year-old artist, who gets stranded in an expansive, untouched forest in western Ireland. When Mina finds shelter, she unknowingly becomes trapped alongside three strangers who are watched and stalked by mysterious creatures each night. Who's In the Cast of 'The Watchers'? As of right now, only two cast members have been confirmed. Dakota Fanning, will be playing the protagonist, Mina. Fanning has been acting for most of her life, from her earliest roles in movies such as I Am Sam, Man on Fire, and War of the Worlds to more adult roles like in The Twilight Saga, Ocean’s Eight, and Once Upon A Time In Hollywood. Mina’s character in the novel is a struggling artist without a steady income. She pays her rent primarily by selling a few commissioned paintings and gambling at card games at her local pub in Galway, Ireland. Georgina Campbell will co-star with Fanning in The Watchers, as one of the other two women that Mina is trapped with. The English actress made a splash as the protagonist in Zach Cregger’s thriller, Barbarian, and starred in the series Suspicion. In addition to Campbell, Olwen Fouéré joins the cast as the other woman in the bunker, named Madeline. Fouéré is an Irish actress, fluent in both English and French. She's best known for her portrayal of Sally Hardesty in the 2022 remake of Texas Chainsaw Massacre and was also featured in The Northman and Mandy. Oliver Finnegan (Outlander) will play a character named Daniel, who has also found himself in the same predicament as the other three women. Also listed in the cast list are Alistair Brammer (Les Misérables) as a character named John, Hannah Howland (Arthur's Whisky) as Chloe, Siobhan Hewlett (Sherlock) as Mina's mother, Anthony Morris (Game of Thrones) as Burke, Jacob Greenway (Father Brown) as Jordan, and Shane O'Regan (The Shamrock Spitfire) as Collin. Similarly to M. Night Shyamalan’s films Knock At The Cabin, Devil, and Split, this movie will have a relatively small cast, as the main characters are in isolation with no communication with the outside world. In the novel, Mina’s character finds herself trapped in the bunker with Madeline, who called her inside on the first night, another woman (played by Georgina Campbell) and Daniel. A few other characters are mentioned within the novel, but it's unclear what roles they will play in the upcoming film just yet. Considering the movie is an adaptation of the novel, we can only assume that the story will stay close to the source material unless there are drastic changes in the screenplay adaptation. When and Where Did 'The Watchers' Film? Georgina Campbell, Dakota Fanning, Oliver Finnegan, and Olwen Fouere, turning their heads away from their reflections in The Watchers.Image via Warner Bros. Filming took place in Dublin, Wicklow, and Galway in Ireland last year in July and wrapped in September. Halfway through filming, this project was granted an interim agreement to continue shooting despite the SAG-AFTRA strike. Who Is Making 'The Watchers'? Custom image from Jefferson Chacon of writher/director Ishana Night Shyamalan for The Watchers As previously stated, Ishana Night Shyamalan will be making her feature directorial debut with The Watchers, after having worked with her father on the series Servant. M. Night Shyamalan and Ashwin Rajan will produce the film through their production company, Blinding Edge Pictures, Inimitable Pictures' producer Nimitt Mankad, and executive producers Jo Homewood and Stephen Dembitzer. Inshana Shyamalan's Filmography Servant Season 2 Ambrose Kebbell GrintImage via Apple TV+ Since this film will be Ishana Shyamalan’s first feature debut, the only way to gauge her directorial chops would be to watch some of the episodes of Servant that she wrote and directed. In an interview that M. Night Shyamalan gave regarding her involvement in the series, he said he brought her on board after being impressed with the short films she created while attending NYU. He added that each episode of Servant was essentially a short film in and of itself, as each episode has a 30-minute runtime. If you have an Apple TV subscription, you can see her directing skills come to life in Seasons 2, 3, and 4. In Season 2, Shyamalan wrote and directed Episode 3, “Pizza,” and the season finale, “Josephine.” In Season 3, she wrote and directed Episode 2, “Hive,” and the season finale, “Mama.” Lastly, in the fourth and final season, she wrote and directed Episodes 3 and 7, titled “Séance” and “Myth,” respectively. The Watchers Release Date Changes, Setting Up Summer Horror Movie Showdown Movies Ishana Shyamalan's debut feature film The Watchers has officially moved its release date up, creating a potential horror box office showdown. By Hannah Gearan Apr 25, 2024 Dakota Fanning and supporting cast from The Watchers The Watchers Director Explains Dakota Fanning & Cast's Perfect Chemistry In Shyamalan Horror Movie Movies At the Summer of Shyamalan event, Ishana Shyamalan explains the brilliance of bringing Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, and more together onscreen. By Tatiana Hullender Apr 24, 2024 The Watchers Dakota Fanning sits on a rug in lookig concerned The Watchers Trailer: New Shyamalan Creatures Teased In Dakota Fanning Horror Movie Movies A new trailer for The Watcher gives a taste of the new creatures that will haunt Dakota Fanning in the upcoming horror film from the Shyamalan family. By Hannah Gearan Apr 22, 2024 Shyamalan V Shyamalan Will Be Summer 2024s Best Box Office Battle Shyamalan Vs. Shyamalan Will Be Summer 2024's Best Box Office Battle Movies M. Night Shyamalan will face an interesting competitor at the summer 2024 box office as his daughter Ishana makes her directorial film debut. By Greg MacArthur Apr 20, 2024 1:44 Dakota-Fanning-as-Emma-Collins-from-The-Equalizer-3 Dakota Fanning's New Shyamalan Movie Looks Like It'll Redeem Her 19-Year-Old Horror Film With 12% On RT Movies Dakota Fanning's new M. Night Shyamalan-produced psychological thriller The Watchers can hopefully make up for her 2005 horror film Hide and Seek. By Ben Sherlock Apr 15, 2024 Dakota Fanning looking shocked in The Watchers trailer The Watchers Footage Hides New Shyamalan Creature But Teases Psychological Horror At CinemaCon Movies New footage for The Watchers has been unveiled at CinemaCon, revealing more details about Ishana Night Shyamalan's directorial debut. By Nick Bythrow Apr 9, 2024 Sydney Sweeney from the Immaculate and Justice Smith from I Saw the TV Glow and Dakota Fanning from the The Watchers 13 Original Horror Movies We Can't Wait to See in 2024 Horror Movies 2024 is loaded with high-profile horror prequels and sequels, but there is a long list of totally original spine-chillers that we're excited to see. By Bill Dubiel Mar 4, 2024 The cast of The Watchers from the trailer M. Night Shyamalan’s Daughter Can Pay Off A Movie Twist Her Dad’s Movie Failed To Deliver 20 Years Ago Movies M. Night Shyamalan's plot twists are a thing of cinematic legend, but his daughter could be about to improve one of his less successful movie moments. By Daniel Bibby Mar 2, 2024 Dakota Fanning as Mina leaning against a mirror in The Watchers M. Night Shyamalan's Daughter Achieves What Her Father Has Been Trying To For 20 Years Movies Ishana Night Shyamalan makes her directing debut with chiller The Watchers, whose trailer cracks a problem her father M. Night has struggled with. By Padraig Cotter Feb 27, 2024 Dakota Fanning pressed up close to a mirror reflection of herself in The Watchers The Watchers Trailer Reveals New Horror Movie From M. Night Shyamalan's Daughter Movies Warner Bros. Pictures releases the trailer for The Watchers, giving a look at the upcoming horror film from M. Night Shyamalan's daughter. Ishana Night Shyamalan's directorial debut, The Watchers, stars Dakota Fanning as Mina in a chilling fantasy horror movie set in Ireland. The cast chemistry was achieved through a Zoom read-through and casting that mirrors the characters' initial interactions in the film. Despite a quick filming schedule, Shyamalan prioritized rehearsal time to deepen the understanding of scenes and relationships, ensuring a strong performance. Ishana Night Shyamalan is making her feature film directorial debut with The Watchers, a fantasy horror movie that she wrote based on A.M. Shine's book. As the daughter of the noted master of thrills M. Night Shyamalan, she has already dipped her toe in the directing pool by helming 6 episodes of his Apple TV+ show Servant, but now she will have a larger platform to display her talents. The Watchers stars Dakota Fanning as Mina, a 28-year-old artist whose car breaks down in the middle of a strange and untouched forest in western Ireland. Strange sounds and wild creatures surround her until an old woman (played by Olwen Fouéré) offers shelter — albeit a shelter that traps her and her new hatchmates as the prize of mysterious beings who lurk outside their walls each night. Barbarian's Georgina Campbell and newcomer Oliver Finnegan round out the film's primary foursome. m. night shyamalan directing Bruce Willis and James McAvoy on the set of Glass (2019) RELATED How Many M. Night Shyamalan Movies REALLY Have Twists M. Night Shyamalan is famous for his signature twist endings but when put under a more discerning lens, not all of his films have an authentic twist. Screen Rant attended Warner Bros.' Summer of Shyamalan event on April 16, where the director presented 10 minutes worth of footage as well as a first look at The Watchers trailer. During the ensuing Q&A session, Shyamalan discussed the casting and rehearsal process for her directorial debut, giving Campbell a special shoutout (specifically "wonderful" and "amazing") due to how perfectly she fit into the world of the horror movie. Ishana Night Shyamalan Breaks Down The Casting Process For The Watchers During The Watchers Q&A, Shyamalan explained how the process of finding the right actors felt like "alchemy," mixing together the right vibes from various performers to bring into a perfect mix that allowed the movie to thrive. Ishana Night Shyamalan: It was very much me imagining what the four vibes of these people were like and what they would be like together. The continual lesson that I learned during the filmmaking process is that there's just a certain alchemy that happens, and if you're lucky enough to catch it, you do. I felt that way with this cast; that all the movements and stuff just led to this group being together. They have such an electric energy when they're all together. It's really, really cool. It was so fun. It felt like theater to do it. Despite the casting and initial read-through taking place over Zoom, Shyamalan had no trouble discerning which actors were the right fit for her project. Furthermore, the initial distance between performers acted as a parallel to the script itself, which has Fanning's character meet them while feeling totally isolated and presents the newcomers as total strangers to both Mina and the audience. Ishana Night Shyamalan: They were all cast separately. Some of them met on the read-through, which was over Zoom, and then they just kind of jumped in together. It's wonderful. though, because it's very much about Mina meeting these other characters. There was this blissful thing where they were all getting to know each other, and then they sort of fused by the end of the shoot. It was wonderful. I was able to take a look at a lot of these actors' work and make a jump from there. It's very much about a vibe that I feel, and I think that's kind of what drew me to these four people. They all have a very, very singular, ethereal, compelling energy about them. You'll see in the movie, they all have very specific worlds that they live in. It ended up working out quite nicely. Rehearsal Was A Cornerstone Of The Watchers' Cast Chemistry Mina (Dakota Fanning) and Ciara (Georgina Campbell) walk deep into the forest in The WatchersImage via Warner Bros Shyamalan's previous work on Servant helped her better understand how to communicate with her cast, but it also imprinted on her the importance of having rehearsal time. Ishana Night Shyamalan: All actors that I've worked with up until this point have very different communication styles and they need different things from you. Some of them don't want you to say too much, and some of them want a very specific thing. But I love that piece of the process where you basically get to know them and get to know what they need. I think for me as a young person, just figuring out how to communicate in these different ways and give to them in the ways that they need it is a very cool psychological discovery as you go through. Despite The Watchers' relatively quick filming schedule, the director still set aside time to understand the scenes and relationships through practice. Ishana Night Shyamalan: We had a little bit of rehearsal time before, which was lovely. And we did have a lot of chats about the intention of the scenes, and the movement of their relationships with each other. But it was a quick process. It felt like a very quick shoot putting together the movie, so it was cool in that way. We got to figure it out together and play as a group.

SUMMER CAMP Trailer (2024) Diane Keaton, Kathy Bates SUMMER CAMP Trailer (2024) Diane Keaton, Kathy Bates, Eugene Levy, Comedy Movie © 2024 - Roadshow Diane Keaton, Kathy Bates and Alfre Woodard are going back to camp together. PEOPLE has the exclusive first trailer for the comedy Summer Camp, starring the trio of actresses in a cast that also includes Dennis Haysbert, Eugene Levy, Josh Peck, Nicole Richie, Betsy Sodaro and Beverly D’Angelo. Written and directed by Castille Landon (After Everything), Summer Camp is about Nora (Keaton), Ginny (Bates) and Mary (Woodard), who have been "best friends since being inseparable at summer camp," per a synopsis. "As the years have passed, they’ve seen each other less and less, so when the chance to reunite for a summer camp reunion arises, they all take it, some begrudgingly and others excitedly." A Look Back at Diane Keaton's Life and Career in Photos SUMMER CAMP movie; Dennis Haysbert, Kathy Bates, Diane Keaton, Eugene Levy Summer Camp. ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS The synopsis teases that Nora, Ginny and Mary's lives "might not be where they’d imagined," but they are reminded that they "need each other, and summer camp reminds them why." Woodard, 71, says of her interest in joining this project, “All I ever really wanted to do is go outside and play!” Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. SUMMER CAMP movie; Roadside Attractions ; Diane Keaton, Eugene Levy Summer Camp. ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS Also a producer on the movie, Keaton, 78, tells PEOPLE that the "scariest" scene she had for the film involved river rafting. "The complete terror on my face says it all. I was nervous in the water and very anxious." She adds of her costars, "Any scene with the three of us together was full of laughter and was the most fun. Both Alfre and Kathy are such kind, warm and wonderful women." Chris Pine Searches for 'Love and Connection' in Trailer for Poolman, His Directorial Debut (Exclusive) Summer Camp movie Summer Camp. ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS Keaton also highlights her onscreen romantic interest, Schitt's Creek star Levy, 77, "Don’t forget the kissing scene with Eugene. Now that was a treat." Summer Camp is in theaters May 31. Summer Camp is a heartwarming comedy starring Diane Keaton, Kathy Bates, and Alfre Woodard. The film follows the lifelong friendship of three women attending a summer camp reunion. Directed by Castille Landon, the movie promises a fresh take on a classic comedy setting with a talented cast. Nothing quite beats a fun comedy, and this summer comes a fresh and original new film by Roadside Attractions. From the producer of Book Club arrives the first official trailer for Summer Camp, which features Diane Keaton, Kathy Bates, and Alfre Woodard in a heartwarming, but hilarious comedy about love and friendship. The film centers on Nora, Ginny, and Mary, played by Keaton, Bates, and Woodard, respectively, who have been close friends since childhood. Every year they would spend summer together at sleepaway camp, but as the years have passed, their opportunities to spend time with each other have continued to decline. However, they get a brand-new chance to restore some energy back into their lifelong friendship as they are given the opportunity to attend a summer camp reunion, which presents itself with its own form of hijinks. The trailer effectively showcases the premise of the film, which appears to be held strongly together by a cast of talented actors. While comedies in camp settings are nothing new, the trailer does promise a fun take from the perspective of veteran actors, which could bring some new life to the often-revisited trope. Castille Landon, who previously helmed films such as After We Fell, directs the upcoming movie and also pens the screenplay. Additional cast members include Eugene Levy, Beverly D'Angelo, Dennis Haysbert, Nicole Richie, Josh Peck, and Betsy Sodaro, among several others. The film is set to be released in theaters during the summer movie season on May 31. The Latest Comedy Starring Diane Keaton Comes From the Producer of ‘Book Club’ Alongside starring in the film, Keaton serves as a producer on the upcoming project alongside Dori A. Rath, Stephanie Heaton-Harris, and Tyler W. Konney. Alex Saks, who previously produced Book Club, will also be producing the upcoming movie. Similarly to Book Club, which also starred Keaton in the lead role, Summer Camp will be debuting in theaters during the beginning of the summer movie season as counterprogramming to the traditional blockbusters that release during the window. The movie will be opening against Young Woman and the Sea and Ezra, but perhaps the latest comedy film can resonate with a similar audience and stand out in an already crowded slate. Until then, you can check out the hilarious new trailer below. Summer Camp will be released in theaters on May 31. Check out the official trailer for the upcoming comedy film above. "You're too lovable to hate." Awwww. Roadside Attractions has revealed the official trailer for a summer comedy called Summer Camp, hitting theaters at the end of May for everyone to enjoy. Back in the early 2000s this would've been the kind of movie that a studio would've promoted a summer blockbuster, but now it's just a simple release from Roadside. Summer Camp follows Nora, Ginny, and Mary, three childhood best friends who used to spend every summer at a sleep away camp together. After years apart seeing each other less & less, when the opportunity to get back together for a summer camp reunion presents itself, they all seize it and head off for an adventure together. Getting into all kinds of trouble camp trouble, or so it seems! Rafting, zip lines, food fights, and more shenanigans. This stars Diane Keaton as Nora, Kathy Bates as Ginny, and Alfre Woodard as Mary, along with Dennis Haysbert, Eugene Levy, Josh Peck, Nicole Richie, Betsy Sodaro, and Beverly D'Angelo. It looks like Kathy Bates is dropping the best lines in this. Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for Castille Landon's film Summer Camp, direct from YouTube: Summer Camp Poster Summer Camp tells the story of Nora (Keaton), Ginny (Bates), and Mary (Woodard), who have been best friends since being inseparable at summer camp. As the years have passed, they’ve seen each other less & less, so when the chance to reunite for a summer camp reunion arises, they all take it, some begrudgingly, others excitedly. Each of their lives might not be where they’d imagined, but one thing is for sure — Nora, Ginny, and Mary need each other, and summer camp reminds them why. Summer Camp is written and directed by the American actress / writer / filmmaker Castille Landon, director of Albion: The Enchanted Stallion, Apple of My Eye, Fear of Rain, After We Fell, After Ever Happy, Perfect Addiction, and After Everything previously. It's produced by Diane Keaton, Alex Saks, Tyler W. Konney, Dori A. Rath, Stephanie Heaton-Harris. This was filmed on location in & around Asheville, North Carolina. Roadside Attractions will debut Landon's Summer Camp in theaters on May 31st, 2024 coming soon this summer. Who's into this? Roadside Attractions has acquired the U.S. distribution rights to the upcoming comedy “Summer Camp,” starring Diane Keaton, Kathy Bates and Alfre Woodard. The film is set for release on May 31. The rest of the ensemble cast includes Eugene Levy, Beverly D’Angelo, Dennis Haysbert, Nicole Richie and Josh Peck. Written and directed by Castille Landon, the official description for the film reads, “‘Summer Camp’ tells the story of Nora (Keaton), Ginny (Bates), and Mary (Woodard), who have been best friends since being inseparable at summer camp. As the years have passed, they’ve seen each other less and less, so when the chance to reunite for a summer camp reunion arises, they all take it, some begrudgingly and others excitedly. Each of their lives might not be where they’d imagined, but one thing is for sure — Nora, Ginny, and Mary need each other, and summer camp reminds them why.” “Audiences will be overjoyed to share laughs around the campfire this spring with Diane, Kathy and Alfre in Castille Landon’s hilarious reunion pic,” said Howard Cohen and Eric d’Arbeloff, co-presidents of Roadside Attractions. “It’s clear this amazing group of women adored making this film, and their joy will spread to audiences when they see it.” Popular on Variety Landon also made a statement about his forthcoming film. “We had a blast making ‘Summer Camp,’ bringing a cast of legends to an actual summer camp just outside Asheville, NC, and the bonds they forged really show on screen,” he said. “The film is a fun and heartfelt ode to friendship, with amazing performances all around, and the chemistry between Diane Keaton and Eugene Levy is rom-com gold. I hope audiences enjoy the opportunity to see the film on the big screen, and that they leave the theater inspired to reconnect with their childhood friends.” Howard Cohen negotiated the deal with UTA Film Independent and CAA Media Finance on behalf of the filmmakers. “Summer Camp” is produced by Saks Picture Company in association with Grant S. Johnson’s Project Infinity, which financed the film. Producers include Alex Saks, Dori A. Rath, Keaton, Stephanie Heaton-Harris and Tyler W. Konney. Johnson serves as executive producer while Mariela Villa and Elayne Schmidt co-produce. Roadside Attractions shared the official trailer for Summer Camp, the comedy film starring Diane Keaton, Kathy Bates, and Alfre Woodard as childhood friends meeting up for a summer camp reunion. Also starring in the film are Dennis Haysbert, Eugene Levy, Josh Peck, Nicole Richie, Betsy Sodaro, and Beverly D’ Angelo. Release Date Directed by Castille Landon, Summer Camp opens in theaters on May 31st, 2024 Synopsis Summer Camp tells the story of Nora (Keaton), Ginny (Bates), and Mary (Woodard), who have been best friends since being inseparable at summer camp. As the years have passed, they’ve seen each other less and less, so when the chance to reunite for a summer camp reunion arises, they all take it, some begrudgingly and others excitedly. Each of their lives might not be where they’d imagined, but one thing is for sure — Nora, Ginny, and Mary need each other, and summer camp reminds them why. Official Trailer Watch the official trailer of Summer Camp Synopsis – Follows Nora, Ginny, and Mary, three childhood best friends who used to spend every summer at a sleep away camp together. After years, when the opportunity to get back together for a summer camp reunion presents itself, they all seize it. Directed – Castille Landon Starring – Kathy Bates, Diane Keaton, Alfre Woodard Check out the trailer:

LEE Trailer (2024) Kate Winslet, Marion Cotillard LEE Trailer (2024) Kate Winslet, Marion Cotillard, Josh O'Connor, Andy Samberg, Lee Miller Biopic © 2024 - Vertical / Roadside / Sky Cinema Kate Winslet takes on the role of World War II photographer Lee Miller in Ellen Kuras’ directorial debut Lee, the trailer of which was dropped by the makers of Wednesday. Backed by Roadside Attractions and Vertical Entertainment, Lee revolves around a model-turned-war photographer for Vogue who courageously captured the harsh realities of World War II. ADVERTISEMENT The trailer highlights Miller’s unwavering determination to expose the truth behind the Nazi regime, despite the challenges faced by female journalists of her time. Josh O'Connor, known for playing Prince Charles in The Crown, portrays Tony in Lee. He is a young journalist interviewing Miller years after the end of the war. Tony asks Miller if she wishes to have recognition for her efforts, to which she responds, “You think I went to war so people would know my name?” Lee’s screenplay has been penned by Liz Hannah, John Collee, and Marion Hume. The upcoming movie is based on Antony Penrose’s 1988 book The Lives of Lee Miller. Joining Winslet and Josh in the biopic are Marion Cotillard, Andrea Riseborough, Andy Samberg, Noémie Merlant and Alexander Skarsgård, rounding out the cast. Lee is slated to hit theatres on September 27. The trailer of Kate Winslet’s next Lee, in which she stars as esteemed World War II photographer Lee Miller, has been released. The film is based on Antony Penrose’s 1988 book The Lives of Lee Miller. Winslet plays the role of Miller, who began her career as a model before documenting World War II as a photographer for Vogue. According to Rolling Stone, she took some of World War II’s most memorable photos including a selfie of her sitting in Hitler’s bathtub. The rest of the ensemble cast includes Josh O’Connor, Marion Cotillard, Andrea Riseborough, Andy Samberg, Noémie Merlant and Alexander Skarsgård. Kate Winslet interview: On raising hell with ‘The Regime’ and more Lee is directed by directed by cinematographer Ellen Kuras, who makes her feature directorial debut after being the cinematographer for films such as Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Summer of Sam, and so on. The film is set to release in theaters on September 27. Winslet’s last appearance was in HBO mini-series The Regime, in which she plays a paranoid populist leader, whose grip on the regime (and her mind) turns unstable after she falls for a volatile soldier. "Even when I wanted to look away, I knew I couldn't." Roadside Attractions has revealed the official trailer for a movie titled Lee, a biopic about the famed war photographer known as Lee Miller. This premiered at the 2023 Toronto Film Festival last fall, and played at AFI Fest in LA. It's the first feature film directed by acclaimed cinematographer Ellen Kuras. TIFF's intro: "Oscar winner Kate Winslet stars in this fascinating portrait of the great American war correspondent Lee Miller, whose singular talent & ferocious tenacity gave us some of the 20th century's most indelible images... The story begins in the South of France, 1938, where Lee Miller is vacationing with her dearest and closest friends who are artists, poets, and confidants." She was a fashion model who became an acclaimed war correspondent for Vogue magazine during WWII. The ensemble cast in this film includes Alexander Skarsgård, Andrea Riseborough, Marion Cotillard, Josh O'Connor, Noémie Merlant, Samuel Barnett, and Andy Samberg as her photographer friend David E. Scherman who joined her on the front. "Lee lived her life at full throttle, for which she paid a huge emotional price." It seems like an intense experience, as a film about the horrors of war should. Take a look. Here's the first official trailer (+ poster) for Ellen Kuras' film Lee, direct from Roadside's YouTube: Lee Movie Poster Lee, the directorial feature from award-winning cinematographer Ellen Kuras, portrays a pivotal decade in the life of American war correspondent and photographer, Lee Miller (played by Kate Winslett). Miller's singular talent and unbridled tenacity resulted in some of the 20th century's most indelible images of war, including an iconic photo of Miller herself, posing defiantly in Hitler's private bathtub. Lee Miller had a profound understanding and empathy for women and for the voiceless victims of war. Her images display both the fragility and ferocity of the human experience. Above all, the film shows how Miller lived her life at full-throttle in pursuit of truth, for which she paid a huge personal price, forcing her to confront a traumatic & deeply buried secret from her childhood. Lee is directed by the American cinematographer / filmmaker Ellen Kuras, making her feature directorial debut after directing for TV, including episodes of "The Umbrella Academy" and "Inventing Anna". The screenplay is written by Liz Hannah and Marion Hume & John Collee; from a story by Lem Dobbs and Marion Hume & John Collee. Adapted from the biography "The Lives of Lee Miller" by Antony Penrose. This initially premiered at the 2023 Toronto Film Festival last fall. Roadside will debut Lee in select US theaters starting September 27th, 2024. Who wants to watch? In June 2020, after years of speculation, it was confirmed that Kate Winslet would take on the role of Lee Miller, British Vogue’s prolific World War II correspondent under the magazine’s formidable editor-in-chief Audrey Withers, in a new film directed by Oscar-nominated auteur Ellen Kuras. (Kuras previously worked with Winslet on Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, for which she served as cinematographer.) Now, the first trailer has finally been released, revealing our first look at Winslet in character as Miller, indefatigable in the face of unimaginable horror. Titled Lee, the hotly anticipated release will take inspiration from the biography The Lives of Lee Miller by Antony Penrose—Miller’s son with her second husband Roland Penrose, a historian and champion of the Surrealist movement—with The Post’s Liz Hannah penning the script in collaboration with Lem Dobbs, John Collee, Marion Hume, and The Lee Miller Archives. Alongside Winslet as Miller, Alexander Skarsgård will play Roland Penrose (the part had previously gone to Jude Law, but the actor has since departed the project), and Josh O’Connor will take on the part of Antony Penrose. Meanwhile, Andrea Riseborough will appear as Audrey Withers and Marion Cotillard as Solange D’Ayen, the fashion director of French Vogue who was another close ally of Miller’s. Photo: Kimberley French Also joining them? Noémie Merlant as French artist Nusch Éluard; Samuel Barnett as another Vogue contributor, the legendary photographer Cecil Beaton; and Andy Samberg as David E. Scherman, who covered the war for Life magazine and worked with Miller on several assignments (he took the now-iconic image of her soaking in the bathtub of Hitler’s Munich apartment in 1945). The drama’s log line describes it as “not a biopic,” but an exploration of “the most significant decade of Lee Miller’s life”—the period between 1938 and 1948. “As a middle-aged woman, she refused to be remembered as a model and male artists’ muse,” it adds. “She defied the expectations and rules of the time and travelled to Europe to report from the frontline. There, in part as a reaction to her own well-hidden trauma, she used her Rolleiflex camera to give a voice to the voiceless. What Lee captured on film in Dachau and throughout Europe was shocking. Her photographs of the war, its victims and its consequences remain among the most historically important [of the conflict]. She changed war photography forever, but Lee paid an enormous personal price for what she witnessed and the stories she fought to tell.” Miller famously began her career as a model for Vogue US after Condé Nast himself prevented her from stepping in front of a car in Manhattan and brought her to meet then editor-in-chief Edna Woolman Chase. She later relocated to Paris to study photography under Man Ray—becoming his lover and muse for several years. Following the Blitz, she signed on to be British Vogue’s official war correspondent. Traveling to France shortly after D-Day, she captured the siege of St. Malo; the liberation of Paris; and the opening of Dachau for the magazine’s pages. In spite of her professional success, she experienced depression throughout her life. MOST POPULAR CELEBRITY STYLE Met Gala 2024 Red Carpet Looks: See Every Celebrity Outfit and Dress from Last Night BY VOGUE CELEBRITY STYLE The Best Dressed Stars From the 2024 Met Gala BY CHRISTIAN ALLAIRE FASHION Everything You Need to Know About the 2024 Met Gala BY VOGUE As for when this sweeping tale will reach the big screen? September 20, 2024. Mark your calendars now. Lee's first trailer shows off Kate Winslet's journey as World War II photojournalist Lee Miller. The film follows Miller's journey from fashion model to war correspondent for Vogue magazine. Lee premiered at TIFF last year and earned somewhat lukewarm reviews, with Winslet's performance frequently cited as a high point. Kate Winslet becomes acclaimed photographer Lee Miller in the first trailer for Lee, a World War II drama. Directed by Ellen Kuras, Lee chronicles Miller's real-life journey as she goes from fashion model to wartime correspondent for Vogue magazine. In addition to Winslet, the film stars Andy Samberg, Marion Cotillard, Alexander Skarsgård, Andrea Riseborough, and Josh O'Connor. Ahead of Lee's theatrical release date later this year, RoadsideFlix releases the film's first official teaser trailer. Check it out below: The trailer features a number of different looks at Winslet's character at different points in her life, as well as teases what to expect from the film's impressive supporting cast. In addition to more emotional, poignant moments, the film will seemingly not shy away from showing some of the horrors of war. Lee could make for an interesting double feature with Alex Garland's well-reviewed Civil War. Both films explore wartime photojournalism, and a reference is made in the latter film regarding Kirsten Dunst's character having the same first name as Lee Miller. Kate Winslet's 10 Best Movies, Ranked - Kate-Winslet-Titanic-The-Holiday-Eternal-Sunshine-of-the-Spotless-Mind RELATED Kate Winslet's 10 Best Movies, Ranked With roles in comedies, challenging dramas, and romantic period pieces, Kate Winslet stands as one of the best actors of her generation. How Lee Was Received After Its TIFF Premiere Some Critics Have Already Reviewed The New Kate Winslet Film Kate Winslet looking shellshocked in Lee Although Lee isn't hitting theaters until this September, the film actually already screened for some audiences at last year's Toronto International Film Festival. Reviews for Lee dropped not long afterward and the response so far has been generally positive. After appearing as part of the cast of Titanic opposite Leonardo DiCaprio, Winslet has become one of Hollywood's most talented and acclaimed actors, and most reviews seem to agree that she is one of the strongest parts of Lee. Winslet and Riseborough recently appeared together as part of the cast of The Regime, a HBO miniseries that aired earlier this year. As of writing, Lee holds a respectable but somewhat muted 65% on Rotten Tomatoes from 25 critics' reviews. This score is sure to change as more reviews are added, but the more lukewarm response thus far suggests the movie may not end up being a major awards contender. While opinions in the reviews differ, a consensus among critics seems to be that Lee feels like a fairly standard biopic, unfortunately falling victim to many of the genre's tropes and shortcomings. Even if Lee ends up being fairly by-the-numbers as far as biopics go, the trailer does tease a new type of role for Samberg, who is frequently in more comedic projects. With talented actors like Skarsgård, Cotillard, and Riseborough also making up the supporting cast, it seems, at the very least, that the film will feature some strong, entertaining performances. It remains to be seen how audiences receive Lee, but the film, if nothing else, will shed some light on a major figure in the world of war photojournalism. Fashion model turned war photographer Lee Miller (1907-1977) lived an incredible, at times tragic, life. Lee, a biopic about Miller starring award-winning actor Kate Winslet, has mirrored the eponymous artist’s life insofar as it too has experienced its ups and downs. Finally, after nearly a decade, a trailer has arrived and the movie is coming to theaters. Although Lee has already made some appearances at various film festivals, it has yet to make its theatrical debut for the wider public. The long-awaited trailer, seen below, reveals that photography enthusiasts can see Winslet’s take on Lee Miller on September 27, 2024. Although Winslet is the star thanks to her turn as the late Miller, the movie features other big Hollywood names, including Alexander Skarsgård as Miller’s second husband, Roland Penrose, and Josh O’Connor as their son, Antony, who is himself a photographer and the director of the Lee Miller Archive and Penrose Collection at the family’s former home, Farley Farm House. The movie is based on Antony Penrose’s book, The Lives of Lee Miller, which is part photo essay and part biography of his mother. The movie also stars well-known names like Andy Samberg as David E. Scherman, Andrea Riseborough as Audrey Withers, and Marion Cotillard as Solange D’Ayen. Miller crossed paths with famous artists Man Ray and Pablo Picasso, both of whom are represented in the film, as well. Lee is directed by Ellen Kuras, making her directorial debut, and written by Liz Hannah, Marion Hume, and John Collee. The cinematographer is Pawel Edelman. The film has earned positive reviews at its film festival appearances thus far, with numerous reviews lauding Winslet for her performance as Miller. It is an excellent time to be a photography enthusiast and film fan, as on top of Lee arriving on the silver screen this September, another big Hollywood film, Civil War, also turns the cinema lens toward photojournalism and is in theaters now. Although, unlike Civil War, which is thankfully fictional given its dystopian tilt, Lee is very much about an actual photographer who did extraordinary things. Lee Miller was a powerful, talented woman in an era where women had to fight tooth and nail to get any opportunities behind a camera. PetaPixel looked back at Miller’s work last year when Lee made its appearance at the Toronto Film Festival. September 27 is a date worth circling for fans of photography, history, or powerful women like Lee Miller and Kate Winslet. In June 2020, after years of speculation, it was confirmed that Kate Winslet would take on the role of Lee Miller, British Vogue’s prolific World War II correspondent under the magazine’s formidable editor-in-chief Audrey Withers, in a new Sky Original film directed by Oscar-nominated auteur Ellen Kuras. (Kuras previously worked with Winslet on Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, for which she served as cinematographer.) Now, the first trailer has finally been released, revealing our first look at Winslet in character as Miller, indefatigable in the face of unimaginable horror. Content To honor your privacy preferences, this content can only be viewed on the site it originates from. Titled Lee, the hotly anticipated release will take inspiration from the biography The Lives of Lee Miller by Antony Penrose – Miller’s son with her second husband Roland Penrose, a historian and champion of the Surrealist movement – with The Post’s Liz Hannah penning the script in collaboration with Lem Dobbs, John Collee, Marion Hume and The Lee Miller Archives. Alongside Winslet as Miller, Alexander Skarsgård will play Roland Penrose (the part had previously gone to Jude Law, but the actor has since departed the project), and Josh O’Connor will take on the part of Antony Penrose. Meanwhile, Andrea Riseborough will appear as Audrey Withers and Marion Cotillard as Solange D’Ayen, the fashion director of French Vogue who was another close ally of Miller’s. WATCH MOST POPULAR Met Gala 2024 Red Carpet: See Every Celebrity Look, Outfit And Dress FASHION Met Gala 2024 Red Carpet: See Every Celebrity Look, Outfit And Dress BY VOGUE “It’s Like Something Out Of A Fairytale”: Phoebe Dynevor Is The First Star To Wear Victoria Beckham To The Met Gala NEWS “It’s Like Something Out Of A Fairytale”: Phoebe Dynevor Is The First Star To Wear Victoria Beckham To The Met Gala BY KERRY MCDERMOTT The Best-Dressed Stars At The 2024 Met Gala FASHION The Best-Dressed Stars At The 2024 Met Gala BY CHRISTIAN ALLAIRE Image may contain Helmet Clothing Apparel Human Person Vehicle Transportation Automobile Car and Military Uniform Kimberley French Also joining them? Noémie Merlant as French artist Nusch Éluard; Samuel Barnett as another Vogue contributor, the legendary photographer Cecil Beaton; and Andy Samberg as David E Scherman, who covered the war for Life magazine and worked with Miller on several assignments (he took the now-iconic image of her soaking in the bathtub of Hitler’s Munich apartment in 1945). The drama’s log line describes it as “not a biopic”, but an exploration of “the most significant decade of Lee Miller’s life” – the period between 1938 and 1948. “As a middle-aged woman, she refused to be remembered as a model and male artists’ muse,” it adds. “She defied the expectations and rules of the time and travelled to Europe to report from the frontline. There, in part as a reaction to her own well-hidden trauma, she used her Rolleiflex camera to give a voice to the voiceless. What Lee captured on film in Dachau and throughout Europe was shocking. Her photographs of the war, its victims and its consequences remain among the most historically important [of the conflict]. She changed war photography forever, but Lee paid an enormous personal price for what she witnessed and the stories she fought to tell.” READ MORE How British Vogue’s Wartime Editor Audrey Withers Changed Fashion – And Feminism – Forever BY HAYLEY MAITLAND Image may contain: Clothing, Apparel, Advertisement, Poster, Hat, Human, Person, and Sombrero Miller famously began her career as a model for American Vogue after Condé Nast himself prevented her from stepping in front of a car in Manhattan and brought her to meet then editor-in-chief Edna Woolman Chase. She later relocated to Paris to study photography under Man Ray – becoming his lover and muse for several years. Following the Blitz, she signed on to be British Vogue’s official war correspondent. Travelling to France shortly after D-Day, she captured the siege of St Malo; the liberation of Paris; and the opening of Dachau for the magazine’s pages. In spite of her professional success, she experienced depression throughout her life. As for when this sweeping tale will reach the big screen? 13 September 2024. Mark your calendars now.

RIDE Trailer (2024) Annabeth Gish, Drama Movie RIDE Trailer (2024) Annabeth Gish, Drama Movie © 2024 - Well Go USA Entertainement Well Go USA has released the official Ride trailer for its upcoming neo-Western drama, which will have its world premiere this Saturday, April 27 at the Dallas International Film Festival. The film is scheduled to arrive in theaters and on digital starting on June 14. “Desperate to raise money for his daughter’s cancer treatment, a retired bull rider teams up with his estranged son and resorts to robbery to secure payment before time runs out,” reads the synopsis. “But after the heist goes awry, keeping the money—and their freedom—requires the duo to outwit a dogged pair of local law enforcement officers, including a justice-minded sheriff who soon suspects that the key to her case may lie uncomfortably close to home.” Check out the Ride trailer below (watch more trailers): Who’s involved in Ride? Ride is directed and produced by Jake Allyn from a screenplay he co-wrote with Josh Plasse. The R-rated film stars Allyn, Plasse, C. Thomas Howell, Annabeth Gish, Patrick Murney, Laci Kaye Booth, Scott Reeves, Zia Carlock and Forrie J. Smith. It is produced by Plasse, Conor Allyn, Rob Allyn, Don Lepore and Keith J. Leman. Production companies Anton and AGBO have just announced the newest cast members that are joining the companies' first joint production, All Fun and Games. The upcoming horror thriller film sees Keith David, Annabeth Gish, and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth joining the project. The trio joins previously announced cast members Asa Butterfield and Natalia Dyer. David is a multi-time award-winning actor, including four Primetime Emmy wins, and has appeared in many movies, shows, and video games both in-person and as a voice actor. In addition to joining All Fun and Games, Gish will be appearing in the Netflix miniseries The Fall of the House of Usher and also had a starring role in the streaming service's supernatural horror miniseries, Midnight Mass. Rising British actor Ainsworth is set to star in the titular role of Pinocchio in the upcoming Disney’s live-action adaptation of Pinocchio, directed by Robert Zemeckis and also starring Tom Hanks. All Fun and Games will be co-directed by Ari Costa, who was the producer of multiple Marvel films, including Avengers: Endgame, and was the co-director of the 2020 short film The Internet Kills with Eren Celeboglu, who will be directing with Costa once again here. This project marks the pairs' feature film directorial debut. The horror-thriller is being produced in collaboration between production companies Anton and AGBO, with the film being produced by Anton’s Sebastien Raybaud and John Zois alongside Kassee Whiting for AGBO. The film is being executive produced by AGBO’s Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Mike Larocca, and Angela Russo-Otstot, while Holly Hubsher will represent Anton as an executive producer. Annabeth Gish on the Set of Midnight MassImage via Netflix RELATED: 'All Fun And Games': Asa Butterfield And Natalia Dyer Join The Demonic Horror Movie "All Fun and Games is a great summer movie for young audiences,” said Gaget. “Our international distributors have shown their confidence in the popularity of this genre by acquiring the film at this early stage.” All Fun and Games is now shooting principal photography in Canada. The horror-thriller film does not yet have a release date. You can read the official synopsis for the film down below: There’s a strange element of cruelty that’s embedded in kids’ games - Flashlight Tag, Hangman, Simon Says - and sometimes it’s taken too far. All Fun and Games follows a group of siblings who find themselves in a game with a demonic twist. Charisma Carpenter, who played Cordelia Chase on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, will appear in an episode of Sons of Anarchy, EW.com reports. Although the details of her role are under wraps, it's known she'll portray Carol, a conservative administrative director at a medical facility. Carpenter's recent credits include The Expendables 2, The Lying Game and Surviving Evil. She joins a list of guest stars in the hit drama's seventh and final season that includes Walton Goggins, Marilyn Manson, Courtney Love, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, CCH Pounder, Annabeth Gish and Lea Michele.

BAD BEHAVIOUR Trailer 2 (2024) Jennifer Connelly, Ben Whishaw BAD BEHAVIOUR Trailer 2 (2024) Jennifer Connelly, Ben Whishaw, Alice Englert © 2024 - Gravitas Ventures “Is there anyone willing to share a shame?” Gravitas has revealed an official US trailer for the strange dark comedy titled Bad Behaviour, yes with the British spelling of “Behaviour.” It’s from New Zealand, made by an Australian actress named Alice Englert, who also co-stars. It first premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and was regarded as one of the worst films at the festival by most critics. Bad Behaviour is a dark comedy about Lucy, a former child actress who seeks enlightenment at a retreat led by spiritual leader Elon while she also navigates the close yet turbulent relationship with her stunt performer daughter, Dylan. It stars Jennifer Connelly, Ben Wishaw, Alice Englert, Ana Scotney, Dasha Nekrasova, Marlon Williams, Beulah Koale, and Karan Gill. Described as a “dull, weird movie about an unpleasant woman seeking enlightenment [that’s] as aimless as its characters.” It’s finally set to land on VOD in the US in June. Here’s the new official US trailer (+ poster) for Alice Englert’s Bad Behaviour, direct from YouTube: Bad Behaviour Poster You can rewatch the other international trailer for Englert’s Bad Behaviour right here, for more footage. Lucy (Connelly), a former child actor, seeks enlightenment at a retreat led by spiritual leader Elon while navigating her close yet turbulent relationship with her stunt-performer daughter, Dylan. Bad Behaviour is both written & directed by Australian actress / filmmaker Alice Englert, making her feature directorial debut after a few other short films previously. It’s produced by Desray Armstrong and Molly Hallam. This film initially premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, and it also screened at the Sydney, Nantucket, Melbourne, & New Zealand Film Fests. It then went on to originally release in New Zealand and Australian cinemas last November before anywhere else. Gravitas will now debut Englert’s Bad Behaviour film in select US theaters + on VOD starting June 14th, 2024 coming soon this summer. Who’s curious about this one? EXCLUSIVE: Jennifer Connelly and Ben Whishaw are set to star in Bad Behaviour, which marks the directorial debut for Alice Englert. Ana Scotney and Dasha Nekrasova Karan Gill and Marlon Williams round out the cast. The film is a dark comedy about Lucy (Connelly), a former child actress who seeks enlightenment at a retreat led by spiritual leader Elon (Whishaw) while she also navigates the close yet turbulent relationship with her stunt performer daughter, Dylan (Englert). Bad Behaviour is produced by Desray Armstrong and Molly Hallam, and executive produced by Stephen Braun of Bee-Hive Productions. The independent film’s production is taking place in New Zealand and is financed with funds from the New Zealand Film Commission, the New Zealand Screen Production Grant, Fulcrum Media Finance and Bee-Hive Productions with additional support from AHI Films and Images&Sound. CAA Media Finance and Verve Ventures will co-represent the sale of North America, with Protagonist Pictures handling international sales. AHI Films will distribute theatrically in Australia and New Zealand. Connelly is onscreen in Top Gun: Maverick opposite Tom Cruise. The blockbuster premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and has grossed more than $1 billion worldwide since hitting theaters May 27. Whishaw was most recently seen in the lead role of Adam Kay’s TV series This Is Going to Hurt and reprised his role as Q in No Time To Die. Englert, who wrote the screenplay and is also directing Bad Behaviour, most recently appeared in Goran Stolevski’s Sundance pic You Won’t Be Alone and up next has Starz’s series reimagining of Dangerous Liaisons alongside Kosar Ali and Lesley Manville. Connelly is repped by CAA, RMS and The Lede Company; Whishaw by CAA, Hamilton & Hodell, Peikoff Mahan and CLD Communications; Englert by CAA, Hamilton & Hodell, HLA Management, United Management and Narrative PR; Scotney is repped by Gail Cowan Management and MGMT Entertainment; Nekrasova by Gersh, Management 360, ID and Gochman Law Group; Gill by Grandview and The Artists Partnership; Williams by CAA and Heartstop Music. Bee-Hive Productions is represented by Verve. “Never, ever give in to hope.” Ahi in Australia has revealed the first official trailer for a dark comedy called Bad Behaviour, yes with the British spelling of “Behaviour.” The film comes from New Zealand, directed by an Australian actress named Alice Englert, who also co-stars. It initially premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival earlier this year and was regarded as one of the worst films at the festival by most critics. Bad Behaviour is a dark comedy about Lucy, a former child actress who seeks enlightenment at a retreat led by spiritual leader Elon while she also navigates the close yet turbulent relationship with her stunt performer daughter, Dylan. The film stars Jennifer Connelly, Ben Wishaw, Alice Englert, Ana Scotney, Dasha Nekrasova, Marlon Williams, Beulah Koale, and Karan Gill. Described in reviews as a “dull, weird movie about an unpleasant woman seeking enlightenment [that’s] just as aimless as its characters.” Enjoy? Here’s the official Australian trailer (+ poster) for Alice Englert’s Bad Behaviour, direct from YouTube: Bad Behaviour Poster Lucy (Connelly), a former child actor, seeks enlightenment at a retreat led by spiritual leader Elon while navigating her close yet turbulent relationship with her stunt-performer daughter, Dylan. Bad Behaviour is both written & directed by Australian actress / filmmaker Alice Englert, making her feature directorial debut after a few other short films previously. It’s produced by Desray Armstrong and Molly Hallam. This initially premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, and it also played at the Sydney, Nantucket, Melbourne, & New Zealand Film Fests. Ahi will debut Englert’s Bad Behaviour in New Zealand + Australian cinemas starting in November. No US release date is set yet – stay tuned. Is anyone interested? There is talent to spare in Alice Englert’s feature directorial debut, Bad Behaviour, and that is its biggest problem — it’s all over the place, rather than being channeled and controlled in productive ways. A fine cast, intriguing avenues of exploration, numerous artistic outbursts and a pronounced interest in the unusual are all to be found in this compulsively creative work, but the elements are not seized and shaped in ways that might have ultimately produced a coherent and satisfying whole. This first film gumbo by the eminent Jane Campion’s daughter has enough going for it to suggest that Englert has genuine talent behind the camera, but clarity of purpose is rather lacking. Related Stories Awards Season 2024-25 Awards Season Calendar - Dates For Oscars, Tonys, Guilds, BAFTAs, Spirits & More 2024 TV premiere dates 2024 Premiere Dates For New & Returning Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming Having your characters assemble at the outset at a guru-centric semi-silent retreat in a beautiful wilderness area signals all sorts of things about them: self-involvement, probable wealth, gullibility, societal dissatisfaction and spiritual searching of an often trendy and expensive variety. All this might not matter if the program’s leader was genuinely insightful and talented in exploring a subject’s inner world, but one look at Elon Bello (Ben Whishaw) welcoming his new guests might be enough to make you consider almost any alternative. All the same, enlightenment seekers optimistically assemble at the Loveland Ranch in the foothills of Mount Hypnosis seeking understanding, clarity of mind and a way to reposition their priorities and modes of living. Chief among them are Lucy (Jennifer Connelly), a former child actress now searching for the meaning of life; Lucy’s daughter, Dylan (Englert), a stunt woman who flies in for the occasion; and, eventually, Beverly (Dasha Nekrasova), a young model. From the outset, one senses talent here based on the film’s embracing and confident visual style and the director’s ambitious use of mixed moods to explore their characters. It’s a fine joke to have nearly all the cars in the parking lot be Teslas, Dylan is a welcome live wire who’s not as issues-encumbered as her mother, and the so-called “semi-silent” aspect of the retreat seems a hopeless goal, so verbal are all the women who have gathered together. It’s unfortunate, then, that the characters are all so self-involved and narcissistic as to make you wish they would quiet down once in a while. Lucy is the most compliant in this regard, and while it’s good to see Connelly again in a serious and well-defined role, it never feels like the script goes far enough to accommodate all of her character’s talents, issues and desires. Then there is the matter of tone, which is sort of noncommittal. Some absurdly comic moments arise here and there, but this is neither a straight-ahead comedy, which it could have been, nor a realistic drama, which would have made this far too ordinary; walking a fine line between the two would be a tricky enterprise for any director and Englert never really commits to one or the other. And, crucially, a much stronger character could have been made of the camp leader/head guru; in fact, why not make that character a woman as well, which would have been a novelty for starters but might more meaningfully have clarified the organization’s activities and priorities? Such a figure might have more securely grounded the character and made the dynamics more interesting. As is, this central role doesn’t come across forcefully or coherently, a lack that helps prevent the film from achieving any meaningful weight or meaning. All the same, the filmmaking itself compels attention simply from its unusual and well-designed settings, characters and thematic preoccupations; despite its shortcomings, it sticks in the mind as something fresh and personal. Certainly from a visual point of view it excels, and there is more than enough creative turbulence here to make one anticipate Englert’s next directorial outing with keen interest. ‘Dark Matter’: Everything We Know About Jennifer Connelly’s New Sci-Fi Series The thrilling Apple TV+ series is an adaptation of Blake Crouch's novel. 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By Dave Trumbore Feb 6, 2014 winters-tale-images-slice 30 New Images from WINTER'S TALE Starring Colin Farrell, Jessica Brown Findlay, Jennifer Connelly, Russell Crowe, William Hurt and Eva Marie Saint 30 New Images from WINTER'S TALE Starring Colin Farrell, Jessica Brown Findlay, Jennifer Connelly and Russell Crowe. WINTER'S TALE opens February 14th By Dave Trumbore Feb 5, 2014 winters-tale-colin-farrell-jessica-brown-findlay-slice TRAILERS New Trailer for WINTER’S TALE Starring Colin Farrell, Jessica Brown Findlay, and Russell Crowe A new Winter's Tale trailer for the fantasy romance drama starring Colin Farrell, Jessica Brown Findlay, Russell Crowe, and Jennifer Connelly. By Adam Chitwood Jan 31, 2014 noah-russell-crowe-slice Watch Super Bowl Spot for Darren Aronofsky's NOAH Starring Russell Crowe NOAH Super Bowl Spot. Darren Aronofsky's NOAH Stars Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Ray Winstone, Emma Watson, Anthony Hopkins, and Logan Lerman. 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By Adam Chitwood Aug 22, 2013 CL PAUL BETTANY Jennifer Connelly and Anthony Mackie Set for Paul Bettany’s SHELTER; Maria Bello Joins Disney’s MCFARLAND Jennifer Connelly and Anthony Mackie will star in Paul Bettany's directorial debut Shelter. Maria Bello joins Kevin Costner in Disney's McFarland. By Adam Chitwood Aug 21, 2013 removed_image_slice New Images from the Set of Darren Aronofsky's NOAH [Updated] NOAH Images. Darren Aronofsky's NOAH Stars Russell Crowe, Emma Watson, Jennifer Connelly, Logan Lerman, Ray Winstone, and Anthony Hopkins. By Brendan Bettinger Aug 20, 2013 CL EMMA WATSON New Images from Darren Aronofsky's NOAH Starring Russell Crowe, Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, and More Darren Aronofsky's NOAH Images. New images from Noah starring Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Emma Watson, Logan Lerman, and Anthony Hopkins. 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THE EXORCISM Trailer (2024) Russell Crowe THE EXORCISM Trailer (2024) Russell Crowe, Sam Worthington © 2024 - Vertical Vertical has released the first trailer for its upcoming supernatural horror film “The Exorcism,” starring Russell Crowe and Ryan Simpkins. According to the official logline, “The Exorcism” follows Crowe as “Anthony Miller, a troubled actor who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. His estranged daughter, Lee (Simpkins), wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions or if there’s something more sinister at play.” Additional cast members include Sam Worthington (“Avatar: The Way of Water”), Chloe Bailey (“Praise This”), Adam Goldberg (“The Equalizer”), David Hyde Pierce (“Frasier”), Adrian Pasdar (“Near Dark”), Tracey Bonner (“The Beanie Bubble”) and Josh Warren (“Footloose”). Joshua John Miller serves as director and co-wrote the script with his partner M.A. Fortin. “The Exorcism” marks Miller and Fortin’s second feature, after the 2015 horror comedy “The Final Girls.” They also created the USA Network drama series “Queen of the South.” Producers of “The Exorcism” include Kevin Williamson, Ben Fast and Bill Block. Popular on Variety Crowe continues his streak of horror films after starring in “The Pope’s Exorcist” in 2023 and “Sleeping Dogs” earlier this year. Simpkin is no stranger to the horror genre herself, starring in all three parts of Netflix’s “Fear Street” trilogy, as well as several horror films in the mid-2010s such as “Twixt,” “Hangman” and “Anguish.” Worthington, known best for his work as Jake Sully in the “Avatar” franchise, makes his horror debut with his role as Joe in “The Exorcism.” “The Exorcism” comes to theaters June 21. Watch the trailer below. The power of Russell Crowe compels you to watch his new trailer. The official trailer is out for The Exorcism, starring Crowe, which will have an wide release in theaters on Friday, June 21st. Directed by Joshua John Miller, The Exorcism follows Anthony Miller (Crowe), a troubled actor who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. His estranged daughter (Ryan Simpkins) wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions, or if there’s something more sinister at play. The film also stars Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg and David Hyde Pierce. The film is Crowe’s second in the exorcism subgenre in just two years, on the heels of Sony’s The Pope’s Exorcist, which grossed nearly $77 million worldwide. From Miramax, producer Kevin Williamson and Outerbanks Entertainment, the film is written by Miller and M.A. Fortin, the creators of the hit series Queen of the South and the writers and producers of The Final Girls. Miramax, Kevin Williamson, Ben Fast and Bill Block produced alongside EPs Padraic McKinley, Scott Putman, Andrew Golov and Thom Zadra. Matt Grobar contributed to this report. “Can he be saved?” Vertical has revealed the official trailer for a horror thriller film titled The Exorcism, starring Russell Crowe – though it’s not related to his other exorcism film The Pope’s Exorcist from last year. This was originally titled The Georgetown Project, but they gave it this new title that will confuse people into thinking it’s related to the classic The Exorcist. Though it sort of is. This film is made by Joshua John Miller, son of actor Jason Miller, who played the doomed Father Karras in the original Exorcist film. It’s inspired by his experiences growing up knowing his dad played that role. A troubled actor begins to unravel while shooting a horror film. His estranged daughter wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions or if there’s something more sinister at play. Also starring Ryan Simpkins, Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg, Samantha Mathis, & David Hyde Pierce. This is a pretty cool meta concept, a film-within-a-film horror about an actor being possessed. This trailer has some seriously scary moments… Here’s the official trailer (+ two posters) for Joshua John Miller’s The Exorcism, direct from YouTube: “The origins of the film stem from my childhood spent watching my father, Jason Miller, playing the doomed Father Karras flinging himself out a window at the climax of The Exorcist. If that wasn’t haunting enough on its own, my dad never shied away from telling me stories of just how “cursed” the movie was: the mysterious fires that plagued the production, the strange deaths, the lifelong injuries— the list went on and on. The lore of any ‘cursed film’ has captivated me ever since. “With The Exorcism, we wanted to update the possession movie formula (‘Heroic man rescues woman from forces she’s too weak and simple to battle herself!’) for a world where no one group owns goodness and decency over another. We were gifted with an extraordinary cast & creative team to tell a story about how we’re all vulnerable to darkness, to perpetuating it, if we fail to face our demons. The devil may retaliate, but what other choice do we have?” –Director Joshua John Miller The Exorcism Poster The Exorcism Poster Academy Award-winner Russell Crowe stars as Anthony Miller, a troubled actor who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. His estranged daughter, Lee (Ryan Simpkins), wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions or if there’s something more sinister at play. “The origins of the film stem from my childhood spent watching my own father, Jason Miller, playing the doomed Father Karras flinging himself out a window at the climax of The Exorcist,” the director explains. The Exorcism, formerly known as The Georgetown Project or Unhinged, is directed by American actor / writer / filmmaker Joshua John Miller, director of the film The Mao Game previously, and creator of the “Queen of the South” series. The screenplay is written by M.A. Fortin & Joshua John Miller. Produced by Kevin Williamson, Ben Fast, Bill Block. Vertical will release The Exorcism in theaters starting June 7th, 2024 this summer. Who’s in? The Exorcism trailer hints at a complex father-daughter dynamic within a horror film plot. The film references iconic horror movies like The Omen and The Exorcist for added intrigue. Positive audience reception of Crowe's previous horror film may boost The Exorcism's success. A trailer has been released for The Exorcism. The Exorcism is an upcoming horror film that tells the story of a troubled actor who begins to see his sanity unravel when he starts production on a horror film. Directed by Joshua John Miller, the film features a leading cast including Russell Crowe, Chloe Bailey, Sam Worthington, Samantha Mathis, and Adam Goldberg. Now, Vertical has released a trailer for The Exorcism. The trailer begins by establishing Crowe’s character, Anthony Miller, saying “forgive me father, for I have sinned.” It is then established that Anthony is working on a horror movie, replacing another actor who had a tragedy happen. As the character goes on to work on the film, the trailer then goes into detail about the relationship between the protagonist and his daughter, who fears that her dad may be hallucinating things. She discovers that he is off his medication and is acting strangely. How Will The Exorcism Fare In Theaters? Crowe Recently Starred In Another Exorcism Based Movie Russell Crowe in The Exorcism yelling and looking concerned The Exorcism trailer seems like an interesting entry into the religious trauma-informed horror subgenre. The duality of the meaning of “father” — to mean a dad or an authority in the church — is ripe throughout the trailer. Anthony Miller and his daughter represent a literal father-daughter relationship, while both of their involvement in the church shows a spiritual “father.” Another interesting aspect to the trailer is the reference to the horror films The Omen and The Exorcist, which are notorious for having creepy things happen to actors while on set. The Exorcism will likely gain more traction because of another recent Crowe-featuring horror film, The Pope’s Exorcist. Despite the similar titles for the films, The Exorcism and The Pope’s Exorcist do not have related storylines or shared characters. The Pope’s Exorcist received mixed reviews from critics, getting a 50% at the time of its release. However, it was loved by audiences, who approved it at 81% and gave it love when it hit streaming. Even though a separate story, the positive association with Crowe as a horror lead will likely help The Exorcism at the box office this June. Russell Crowe as Father Amorth in The Pope's Exorcist, next to a possessed character from the film. RELATED Is The Pope's Exorcist Worth Watching? Reviews & Where To Stream The Pope's Exorcist reviews are in and there is much to be said about Russell Crowe's priest who faces a devilish foe hiding secrets about the church. The Pope's Exorcist is currently available to stream on Netflix. One thing that could slow the box office traction of The Exorcism is its concurrent release with the supernatural horror film The Watchers. The Watchers stars Dakota Fanning and is the directorial feature debut from M. Night Shyamalan’s daughter, Ishana Shyamalan. The two movies will both be released theatrically on June 7, posing a challenge for The Exorcism. The answer as to who will come out on top at the box office has to wait until then, but for now, The Exorcism’s trailer can work to build its excitement. EXCLUSIVE: Vertical has acquired North American rights from Miramax to the horror film The Exorcism (fka The Georgetown Project), starring Academy Award winner Russell Crowe, slating it for an exclusive theatrical release beginning June 7, with Shudder picking up pay 1 rights. Directed by Joshua John Miller, The Exorcism follows Anthony Miller (Crowe), a troubled actor who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. His estranged daughter (Ryan Simpkins) wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions or if there’s something more sinister at play. Related Stories Dancer-choreographer Loïe Fuller Film Movement Becomes ‘Obsessed With Light,’ Acquires Doc About “Wildly Original Performer” Loïe Fuller Invasion Well Go USA Takes North America For Dutch Action Thriller ‘Invasion’ Remarkably, the film is Crowe’s second in the exorcism subgenre in just two years, on the heels of Sony’s The Pope’s Exorcist, which grossed nearly $77 million worldwide. From Miramax, producer Kevin Williamson and Outerbanks Entertainment, the film is written by Miller and M.A. Fortin, the creators of the hit series Queen of the South and the writers and producers of The Final Girls. Additional cast includes Sam Worthington (Avatar: The Way of Water), Chloe Bailey (Praise This), Adam Goldberg (The Equalizer) and David Hyde Pierce (Frasier). Miramax, Kevin Williamson, Ben Fast and Bill Block produced alongside EPs Padraic McKinley, Scott Putman, Andrew Golov and Thom Zadra. Said filmmakers Miller and Fortin in a statement to Deadline, “Vertical has been a great partner in helping us complete and realize our vision for this story. Their level of enthusiasm and support are rare to find.” Added Vertical Partner Peter Jarowey, “Joshua has a profound expertise in this genre, and we applaud his creation of a film that reverently nods to classic horror while adding a fresh twist. We want to thank everyone at Miramax for their partnership and are looking forward to bringing the film to theatres nationwide this summer.” Jarowey and Senior Vice President of Acquisitions Tony Piantedosi negotiated the deal on behalf of Vertical, with CAA Media Finance negotiating on behalf of the filmmakers.

DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE Trailer 2 (2024) Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE Trailer 2 (NEW 2024) Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman © 2024 - Disney The bickering duo of Marvel are at it again: The trailer for Deadpool and Wolverine dropped today, and finds Ryan Reynolds‘ Deadpool and Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine doing what they do best. “Hi peanut,” Deadpool says to a drowning-his-sorrows Wolverine. “I’m going to need you to come with me right now.” The trailer contains enough quips, fights, insults and R-rated verbiage to satisfy a universe, Marvel or otherwise. Set to the tune of Madonna’s “Like A Prayer,” the new trailer for the Deadpool threequel was shared by Reynolds on social media this morning, a day after he did the same for a teaser. The new movie following – by six years – Deadpool 2. Deadpool & Wolverine is set to arrive in theaters on July 26. Shawn Levy is the film director, with Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, Zeb Wells, Reynolds, and Levy credited as co-writers. Hugh Jackman reprises his role of Wolverine in the Marvel film. Check out the trailer above. “I don’t know anything about saving worlds, but you do!” Lock & load, everyone!! Marvel + 20th Century have revealed the second official trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine, formerly known as Deadpool 3, the latest in his foul-mouthed, absurdly bonkers comic book movie comedy series. It’s time for the infamous Merc with a Mouth, Deadpool, to mess up the MCU by getting his tricky little fingers all over this superhero-filled multiverse. Even though this is technically Deadpool 3, he’s diving full on into the whole franchise and bringing Wolverine along with him to mess around with the past (and future). Ryan Reynolds stars once again as Wade Wilson / Deadpool alongside Hugh Jackman as Logan / Wolverine, and a cast featuring Morena Baccarin, Brianna Hildebrand, Matthew Macfadyen, Emma Corrin, Shioli Kutsuna, Karan Soni, Leslie Uggams, & Jennifer Garner. There are some hilarious scenes in this trailer, which is more of a smattering of the funniest moments they could show in a trailer than a preview setting up the story in this movie. I laughed out loud watching all this! Looks hilarious! I’m definitely in. What about you? Here’s the second trailer (+ fun posters) for Shawn Levy’s Deadpool & Wolverine, direct from YouTube: Deadpool & Wolverine PosterDeadpool & Wolverine Poster Deadpool & Wolverine Poster You can rewatch the iniial teaser trailer for Levy’s Deadpool & Wolverine right here, for more first look fun. Deadpool will change the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Wolverine. Or will he?! The third movie in the Deadpool franchise. Deadpool & Wolverine, formerly known as just Deadpool 3, is directed by the American producer / filmmaker Shawn Levy, director of many movies including Just in Time, Big Fat Liar, Just Married, Cheaper by the Dozen, The Pink Panther, Night at the Museum 1-3, Date Night, Real Steel, The Internship, This Is Where I Leave You, Free Guy, and The Adam Project previously, plus the All the Light We Cannot See series most recently. The screenplay is written by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, as well as Zeb Wells, Ryan Reynolds, Shawn Levy, Wendy Molyneux, and Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin. Based on the characters created by Rob Liefeld and Fabian Nicieza. It’s produced by the MCU’s Kevin Feige, with Simon Kinberg, Shawn Levy, and Ryan Reynolds. 20th Century Studios will debut Deadpool & Wolverine in theaters worldwide starting on July 26th, 2024 coming soon this summer. Still looks good? Who’s down? Marvel‘s favorite frenemies are back in the second trailer for the hotly anticipated “Deadpool and Wolverine” — the third installment in the “Deadpool” series of films and the first set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This time, Deadpool and Wolverine fight like bloody hell to the tune of Madonna’s “Like a Prayer.” “I’m about to lose everything that I’ve ever cared about,” Deadpool tells Wolverine in the trailer, to which Wolverine responds, “Not my fucking problem.” “Is that what you said when your world went to shit?” Deadpool retorts, provoking Wolverine to strike his crotch with those claws before Deadpool shoots him several times in the torso. Cut to the two heroes chumming it up over lunch: “Wanna talk about what’s haunting you, or should we wait for a third act flashback?” Popular on Variety The threequel stars Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool and brings back Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine, whom fans last saw die in 2017’s sendoff movie “Logan.” The movie will introduce the iconic claw-bearing mutant and Merc With a Mouth to the MCU. “Deadpool and Wolverine” comes nearly six years after the release of “Deadpool 2,” during which time we’ve seen the wrap of Fox’s “X-Men” film series and Disney’s complete acquisition of 20th Century Fox (which held the rights to the X-Men and Fantastic Four — the latter now also getting its first MCU feature film.) Anticipation for Deadpool’s latest film is brewing. The first trailer for “Deadpool and Wolverine,” which debuted during the Super Bowl, broke the record for the most-viewed movie trailer within 24 hours with an astounding 365 million total views, beating out the previous holder “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” The raunchy, R-rated superhero film sees Deadpool arrive in the MCU after being kidnapped by the Time Variance Authority, the multiverse manager last seen in “Loki,” and finding himself in the same world as the Avengers. Shawn Levy directs the film, which also stars Emma Corrin, Morena Baccarin, Rob Delaney, Leslie Uggams, Karan Soni and Matthew Macfadyen. Kevin Feige, Reynolds, Levy and Lauren Shuler Donner produce “Deadpool and Wolverine,” with Louis D’Esposito, Wendy Jacobson, Mary McLaglen, Josh McLaglen, Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, George Dewey, Simon Kinberg and Jonathon Komack Martin serving as executive producers. It’s written by Reynolds, Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, Zeb Wells and Levy. “Deadpool and Wolverine” hits theaters on July 26. Ryan Reynolds shared a new teaser and poster for the upcoming Deadpool and Wolverine movie. “Look, eventually, you’re going to hang up the claws and it’s going to make a lot of people very sad,” Deadpool says in the teaser. “But one day, your old pal Wade’s gonna ask you to get back in the saddle again, and when he does, say yes. I’ve always wanted to ride with you, Log. Deadpool… and Wolverine!” The teaser was dropped ahead of the full trailer release on Monday, April 22. Related Stories Deadpool Film Poster “Deadpool’: See Photos From All The Films Starring Ryan Reynolds Will Ferrell Ryan Reynolds Will Ferrell “Follows Ryan Reynolds And Buys Stake In English Football Club” – report Deadpool & Wolverine is set to arrive in theaters on July 26, 2024. Shawn Levy is the film director, with Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, Zeb Wells, Reynolds, and Levy credited as co-writers. Hugh Jackman reprises his role of Wolverine in the Marvel film, which Levy said is not to be called Deadpool 3. “As far as crafting the Deadpool and Wolverine story, I just felt privileged every day because you’re talking about two massive movie stars in their most iconic roles,” Levy told Screen Rant during CinemaCon. “It also gave me an opportunity. It’s the third Deadpool movie, but it’s not Deadpool 3. It’s a different thing that’s very much Deadpool and Wolverine. And it’s not trying to copycat anything from the first two movies. They were awesome, but this is a two-hander character adventure.” Levy also teased that the film is “going to be gnarly” and “it’s gonna be funny,” adding that early screenings of the film “were extremely, extremely promising.”

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Trailer (2024) Brooke Shields, Miranda Cosgrove MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Trailer (2024) Brooke Shields, Miranda Cosgrove, Benjamin Bratt © 2024 - Netflix Brooke Shields and Benjamin Bratt have some catching up to do in Mother of the Bride. The two play former college sweethearts, Lana and Will, who unexpectedly reunite in Thailand at the destination wedding of their respective children: Lana's daughter Emma (Miranda Cosgrove) and Will's son RJ (Sean Teale). Netflix's newly released 2-minute trailer gives a brief snapshot of their awkward encounters as they try to make the trip and wedding day special for their kids, all while navigating their own baggage — and potential remaining romantic feelings. "It's time to take care of me a bit less and take care of yourself a little bit more," Emma tells Lana near the end of the trailer. "I just want you to be happy." Directed by Mark Waters (Mean Girls), the upcoming rom-com also stars Chad Michael Murray, Rachael Harris, Wilson Cruz, Michael McDonald, Tasneem Roc and Dalip Sondhi. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human-interest stories. Brooke Shields as Lana and Benjamin Bratt as Will in Mother of the Bride. Brooke Shields and Benjamin Bratt in Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Stars Who Were Parents of the Bride or Groom In an interview surrounding an exclusive first look at Mother of the Bride last month, Waters, 59, told PEOPLE that part of the reason Bratt fit the role of leading man Will is his wide appeal. "I find that romantic comedies, they often go for men who aren't liked by other men in the male leads," he said. "And since I am a man, I [want] somebody who is not only going to be beloved with women, but also men are going to see the movie and see, 'Oh, I also like that guy. And that's a guy that I could see being friends with.' " Shields, who is also a producer on the film, told PEOPLE that Bratt is "pretty easy to be a love interest" — and that she was also thrilled that his wife of over 20 years, Talisa Soto, came to Thailand for part of the shoot. "She's such a refined, beautiful woman," said the actress, 58. "She epitomizes that, and I was so happy she wanted to come and spend the first portion of [filming] with us." Sean Teale as RJ and Miranda Cosgrove as Emma in Mother of the Bride. Sean Teale and Miranda Cosgrove in Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Cosgrove, 30, told PEOPLE that the cast got to "spend pretty much every day together for the six weeks we were in Thailand" filming. "And one of the special things about making the movie was — since we were so far away from home, all of us, and in a new place — I really feel like we all got to know each other pretty fast," she added. For Shields, filming with her castmates "felt like theater ... because we were all thrown together in such a foreign environment," she recalled. "We were together all the time." "We just all stayed together, which was really nice. And we all lived right near each other [on location]," Shields explained. Mother of the Bride. (L-R) Miranda Cosgrove as Emma and Brooke Shields as Lana in Mother of the Bride. Miranda Cosgrove and Brooke Shields in Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove Shine in New Photos from Netflix's Mother of the Bride (Exclusive) Waters said that while "there's obviously a lot of comedic tension between Benjamin and Brooke's characters" and romantic storylines to follow, "the real emotional heart of the movie is between the mother and the daughter." "Frankly, the scene where Emma goes to visit Lana in her bedroom the night before the wedding is the most emotional scene in the movie for me," he said. Cosgrove said her "strong relationship" with her own mom "definitely played into" how she approached her character Emma's dynamic with Shields' Lana, as she "had a lot to work with." "But also Brooke's just really warm and loving, and she's kind of the type of person that, even if you've only talked to her for an hour, you feel like you've known her a long time," the iCarly actress added. "She's just really warm." Mother of the Bride is streaming May 9 on Netflix. Wedding bells will be ringing on Netflix in May! The streamer just released the first trailer for the new romantic comedy, Mother of the Bride, which you can watch below. Read on to learn everything about the new Netflix film starring Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove. Mark Waters (He’s All That, Mean Girls, Freaky Friday) is the director of Mother of the Bride, while Robin Bernheim (the Princess Switch trilogy) penned the script. Shields, also a producer on the film, gave a lot of credit to Waters and Netflix’s Director of Original Film, Christina Rogers, for creating stories “for women over 40 to be in a rom-com.” “[Christina has] been the champion of really pushing and standing behind these stories for women over 40 to be in a rom-com that’s not just all ... yes, we’ve got the focus on the young, beautiful, fresh love, and we want that, but she’s not overlooking my demographic. And to have that wish fulfillment of another chance at love and all that,” the actress told People in March 2024. Meanwhile, Cosgrove told the publication that her “really strong relationship” with her mother “definitely played into” her character Emma’s dynamic with Shields’ character Lana. “But also Brooke’s just really warm and loving, and she’s kind of the type of person that, even if you’ve only talked to her for an hour, you feel like you’ve known her a long time,” the iCarly actress said. “She’s just really warm.” Here’s everything to know about Mother of the Bride, from the film’s plot to when you can watch the wedding movie on Netflix. MORE FROMFORBES ADVISOR Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Of 2024 ByKevin PayneContributor Best 5% Interest Savings Accounts of 2024 ByCassidy HortonContributor When Is Mother of the Bride Coming Out on Netflix? Brooke Shields and Benjamin Bratt in Mother of the Bride (2024). Brooke Shields and Benjamin Bratt in Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Netflix’s upcoming romantic comedy, Mother of the Bride, will be released on May 9, 2024. What Is Mother of the Bride About? Forbes Daily: Join over 1 million Forbes Daily subscribers and get our best stories, exclusive reporting and essential analysis of the day’s news in your inbox every weekday. Email address Sign Up By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service, and you acknowledge our Privacy Statement. Forbes is protected by reCAPTCHA, and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Sean Teale and Miranda Cosgrove in Mother of the Bride (2024). Sean Teale and Miranda Cosgrove in Mother of the Bride (2024).SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Netflix’s Mother of the Bride is about a woman named Lana, whose daughter Emma returns from abroad to reveal the bombshell that she’s getting married in Thailand. But that’s not all — the man Emma is marrying just happens to be her ex’s son. According to the movie’s official logline, “Mother of the Bride is a generational comedy of errors. When Lana’s daughter Emma returns from a year abroad in London, she drops a bombshell on her mother: she’s getting married. On an island. Next month! Things only get worse when Lana discovers that the mystery man who stole her daughter’s heart just so happens to be the son of the man who broke hers years ago.” Netflix's new two-minute trailer gives viewers a glimpse of the former lovebirds as they try to make the wedding day special for their kids — all while navigating potential romantic feelings for each other. Who Stars in Netflix’s Mother of the Bride? Rachael Harris, Sean Teale, Benjamin Bratt, Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove during pre-production of "Mother of the Bride." Rachael Harris, Sean Teale, Benjamin Bratt, Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove during ... [+]SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX The star-studded cast of Mother of the Bride includes Brooke Shields (The Blue Lagoon, Suddenly Susan) as Lana, Miranda Cosgrove (School of Rock, iCarly) as her daughter Emma, as well as Benjamin Bratt (Miss Congeniality), Rachael Harris (Suits), Sean Teale (Skins), Michael McDonald (MADtv), Wilson Cruz (My So-Called Life), Tasneem Roc (The Bureau of Magical Things), and Dalip Sondhi (Frayed). Waters is also reuniting with One Tree Hill and rom-com heartthrob Chad Michael Murray, who he previously worked with on Freaky Friday (2023). Stay tuned to learn more about Netflix’s Mother of the Bride. Follow me on Twitter or LinkedIn. Check out my website. Monica Mercuri Monica Mercuri Follow I'm an experienced freelance writer specializing in music, TV, film, and general entertainment news. Previously, I... Read More Editorial Standards Print Reprints & Permissions conversation-loading FORBES BUSINESS HOLLYWOOD & ENTERTAINMENT Nicki Minaj’s Single Experiences A Massive 2,100% Sales Increase Hugh McIntyre Senior Contributor Click to save this article. You'll be asked to sign into your Forbes account. Got it 0 May 3, 2024,01:00pm EDT 2023 MTV Video Music Awards - Show NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 12: Nicki Minaj performs onstage during the 2023 MTV Video Music ... [+]GETTY IMAGES FOR MTV Nicki Minaj is one of a very small number of musicians in today’s industry who can reliably sell music. Whether it be her albums or singles–or remixes of those singles–whenever the rapper has something new to share, her fan base shows up by purchasing her work in huge quantities. One of Minaj’s most recent singles skyrocketed when it came to sales last week. “FTCU” has become a huge win once again on the charts thanks to a sizable sales figure–one which is up significantly from the period prior. On Friday, April 19, Minaj re-released “FTCU” as a remix–or in her lingo, a “Sleezemix.” The reworked cut features new vocals from Sexxy Red, Travis Scott, and Chris Brown. Their collective star power, combined with Minaj’s die-hard following, have ensured that the track sold extremely well. In the last tracking week, “FTCU” sold 14,655 copies. According to Luminate, that’s up from the 650 copies it sold the period before. That’s a growth of 2,154% from one week to the next. All those sales–and renewed interest on streaming platforms–help “FTCU” return to half a dozen Billboard charts this week. The tune blasts back onto lists like the Digital Song Sales, R&B/Hip-Hop Streaming Songs, and Hot Rap Songs, among others. “FTCU” is also on the rise on other lists that it doesn’t need to return to, as it never disappeared. The cut is up on another six rankings, including some that focus on airplay. Minaj has been promoting the single for months, and this new remix has likely helped it grow at radio as well. MORE FOR YOU One Of The Best Robin Williams Comedies Ever Made Lands On Netflix Today Drake And Kendrick Lamar Feud Timeline Lamar Drops Second Diss Track 6 16 In LA Outlander Finally Comes To Netflix With An Incredible New Season Minaj’s “FTCU” performed so well, it manages to rise on the Hot 100. That wouldn’t normally be a huge feat, but this week, that chart is inundated with songs from Taylor Swift’s new album The Tortured Poets Department. “FTCU” is one of only two tracks that manage to force their way up the list, fighting against the 31 debuts from Swift. April 4 (UPI) -- Netflix is teasing the new film Mother of the Bride. The streaming service shared a trailer for the romantic comedy Thursday featuring Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove. ADVERTISEMENT Mother of the Bride is written by Robin Bernheim (The Princess Switch trilogy) and directed by Mark Waters (Freaky Friday, Mean Girls). Shields plays Lana, the mother of bride-to-be Emma (Cosgrove). When the family travels to Thailand for Emma's wedding, Lana discovers the groom's father (Benjamin Bratt) is her college flame who broke her heart years ago. Chad Michael Murray and Rachael Harris also star. Mother of the Bride premieres May 9 on Netflix. Brooke Shields, Miranda Cosgrove and Benjamin Bratt will star in “Mother of the Bride,” a new romantic comedy from Netflix. Mark Waters, who previously helmed “Mean Girls” and “He’s All That,” directs from a script by Robin Bernheim, the writer of “The Princess Switch” franchise. According to the official logline, “Mother of the Bride” is a generational comedy of errors. It reads: “When Lana’s daughter Emma returns from a year abroad in London, she drops a bombshell on her mother: she’s getting married. On an island. Next month! Things only get worse when Lana discovers that the mystery man who stole her daughter’s heart just so happens to be the son of the man who broke hers years ago.” Shields is best known for her starring roles in “Pretty Baby” and “The Blue Lagoon,” as well as her long-running sitcom “Suddenly Susan.” She has been making headlines recently with the release of the documentary “Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields,” which deals candidly with the exploitation and sexualization that Shields endured as a child actress. Other recent credits include the Netflix film “A Castle for Christmas.” Popular on Variety Cosgrove’s resume includes starring roles in “iCarly” and “Despicable Me.” She also hosts the CBS television show “Mission Unstoppable With Miranda Cosgrove.” Bratt’s credits boast a starring role in “Law & Order,” as well as work on “Poker Face,” “Traffic,” “Miss Congeniality,” “Dead for a Dollar” and “Doctor Strange.” Shields is represented by UTA, Untitled, Jill Fritzo PR and Ziffren Brittenham. Cosgrove is represented by Gersh and Untitled. Bratt is represented by CAA, Circle of Confusion, Viewpoint and Myman Greenspan. Brooke Shields is treading new water in Mother of the Bride. The actress stars in Netflix's upcoming romantic comedy as Lana, who gets the surprise of her life at the destination wedding of her daughter Emma (Miranda Cosgrove). "Lana's daughter Emma returns from abroad and drops a bombshell: She's getting married. In Thailand. In a month!" teases a synopsis. "Things only get worse when Lana learns that the man who captured Emma's heart (played by Sean Teale) is the son of the man (played by Benjamin Bratt) who broke hers years ago." Aside from starring in the movie, Shields, 58, is also a producer — and gives a lot of credit to director Mark Waters, Netflix and the company's Director of Original Film, Christina Rogers. "[Christina has] been the champion of really pushing and standing behind these stories for women over 40 to be in a rom-com that's not just all ... yes, we've got the focus on the young, beautiful, fresh love, and we want that, but she's not overlooking my demographic. And to have that wish fulfillment of another chance at love and all that," Shields tells PEOPLE. Read on for PEOPLE's exclusive first look at Mother of the Bride, streaming May 9 on Netflix, in time for Mother's Day. 01 of 10 A Bond Like No Other Brooke Shields as Lana Brooke and Miranda Cosgrove as Emma in Mother of the Bride. Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Cosgrove, 30, tells PEOPLE that her "really strong relationship" with her own mother "definitely played into" how she approached her character Emma's dynamic with Shields' character Lana, as she "had a lot to work with." "But also Brooke's just really warm and loving, and she's kind of the type of person that, even if you've only talked to her for an hour, you feel like you've known her a long time," the iCarly actress says. "She's just really warm." 02 of 10 A Leading Man('s Man) Benjamin Bratt as Will in Mother of the Bride. Benjamin Bratt in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX For director Waters (Mean Girls, He's All That), 59, part of the reason Bratt, 60, fit the role of leading man Will is his wide appeal. "I find that romantic comedies, they often go for men who aren't liked by other men in the male leads," he says. "And since I am a man, I [want] somebody who is not only going to be beloved with women, but also men are going to see the movie and see, 'Oh, I also like that guy. And that's a guy that I could see being friends with.' " 03 of 10 Breaking Barriers Chad Michael Murray as Lucas and Brooke Shields as Lana in Mother of the Bride. Chad Michael Murray and Brooke Shields in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Shields says aside from feeling the story championed by Netflix executives, Rogers and Waters, "I appreciated it from Robin Bernheim, who wrote the script." "They weren't so scared of the concept that then they had to overstate it or make me the extreme menopausal woman," she tells PEOPLE. "Or the extremely-too-emotional woman, or whatever the clichés are." 04 of 10 Connecting Abroad Rachael Harris as Janice in Mother of the Bride. Rachael Harris in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Cosgrove says that the cast — which also includes Chad Michael Murray, Rachael Harris, Wilson Cruz, Michael McDonald, Tasneem Roc and Dalip Sondhi — got to "spend pretty much every day together for the six weeks we were in Thailand." "And one of the special things about making the movie was — since we were so far away from home, all of us, and in a new place — I really feel like we all got to know each other pretty fast," she adds. 05 of 10 Theater Camp Michael McDonald as Clay and Wilson Cruz as Scott in Mother of the Bride. Michael McDonald and Wilson Cruz in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Filming with her castmates, for Shields, "felt like theater, from my experience of theater, because we were all thrown together in such a foreign environment ... we were together all the time," she recalls. "We just all stayed together, which was really nice. And we all lived right near each other [on location]," explains the actress and mother of two. 06 of 10 Home Away from Home Chad Michael Murray as Lucas in Mother of the Bride. Chad Michael Murray in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Waters — who previously worked with Murray, 42, on Freaky Friday (2003) — tells PEOPLE he was so happy to reunite with the One Tree Hill actor for Mother of the Bride, and that much of the cast and crew were basically like one big family. "If you're shooting in Los Angeles or New York, you finish [working] and go home to your family and you don't see [your coworkers] on the weekends. And here, it's like, "Oh, what are we doing this weekend? What are we doing for dinner tonight? Are we gonna get some tequila shots?' " he says. "That made for ease and comfortability, because they literally are people who are getting used to hanging out with each other a lot," Waters adds. "And that's a wonderful thing that comes about from being on destination location shoots." 07 of 10 Real-Life Wedding Inspo Sean Teale as RJ and Miranda Cosgrove as Emma in Mother of the Bride. Sean Teale and Miranda Cosgrove in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Cosgrove says there are some aspects of Emma and RJ's (Teale, 31) wedding that she'd be totally into snagging for her own potential future nuptials. "I love the wedding dress that I got to wear," says the School of Rock actress, who plays a social-media influencer in Mother of the Bride. "It's not super extravagant and crazy, but it was just really comfortable and beautiful, and that was really fun getting to try different wedding dresses. I would definitely copy that dress." She also appreciated the smaller size of the event. "I feel like if I were to get married, I'd want it just to be my family and really close friends, and I like it when people have smaller, intimate weddings like that," Cosgrove tells PEOPLE. 08 of 10 The Cast That Works Out Together... Chad Michael Murray as Lucas, Wilson Cruz as Scott, Michael McDonald as Clay, Rachael Harris as Janice, Brooke Shields as Lana and Benjamin Bratt as Will in Mother of the Bride. Chad Michael Murray, Wilson Cruz, Michael McDonald, Rachael Harris, Brooke Shields and Benjamin Bratt in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX "We had so much dance rehearsal on our days off, and we ended up just working out together," Shields says of how the cast stayed in shape. "Then we had so much pickleball practice, so all our free time was spent either going to dance rehearsal or learning pickleball or practicing pickleball." "It was like we were able to do all of it together and laugh with each other throughout the whole process," she adds. 09 of 10 Feeling the Love Brooke Shields as Lana and Miranda Cosgrove as Emma in Mother of the Bride. Tasneem Roc, Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX Waters tells PEOPLE that while "there's obviously a lot of comedic tension between Benjamin and Brooke's characters" and romantic storylines to follow, "the real emotional heart of the movie is between the mother and the daughter." "Frankly, the scene where Emma goes to visit Lana in her bedroom the night before the wedding is the most emotional scene in the movie for me," he says. 10 of 10 Instant Chemistry Brooke Shields as Lana and Benjamin Bratt as Will in Mother of the Bride. Brooke Shields and Benjamin Bratt in Netflix's Mother of the Bride (2024). SASIDIS SASISAKULPORN/NETFLIX "Brooke looked over to me and went, 'This is going to work,' " Waters recalls of casting Bratt. "We took him out to dinner and had some drinks and immediately we were clicking and having fun together. And she was thrilled knowing, 'Yeah, this movie's going to work, because I like this guy so much already.' " Shields tells PEOPLE that Bratt is "pretty easy to be a love interest" — and that she was also thrilled that his wife of over 20 years, Talisa Soto, came to Thailand for part of the shoot. "She's such a refined, beautiful woman," Shields says. "She epitomizes that, and I was so happy she wanted to come and spend the first portion of [filming] with us." Mother of the Bride is streaming May 9 on Netflix. Romantic comedies like Mother of the Bride are making a comeback, providing more romance and magic for viewers. The film follows Lana as she navigates unexpected surprises and past love connections at her daughter's wedding. Director Mark Waters and the ensemble cast, including Benjamin Bratt, promise a heartwarming and comedic experience on Netflix. Romantic comedies have been experiencing some form of renaissance in recent times, as exemplified by the commercial success enjoyed by Anyone But You, proving that we just want a bit more romance, with Lindsay Lohan's Irish Wish putting back the magic in rom-coms. Next up is Brooke Shields, and she is taking us to paradise for her next romantic feature, Mother of the Bride. Shields will star as a mother who gets the surprise of her life at the wedding of her daughter. Mother of the Bride is set to arrive on Netflix on May 9, and ahead of the film's debut, the streamer has released a brand-new trailer. The trailer begins by taking us to paradise. To Thailand. Shields' Lana has arrived for the wedding of her daughter, Emma (Miranda Cosgrove) to her lover, RJ (Sean Teale). "I can't believe my little girl is getting married," Lana notes off-screen, and while she won't get to spend time with her daughter here, there will be a lot to keep both busy. It's the perfect location, there is love in the air, nothing could possibly go wrong, right? Wrong. Lana soon finds out that RJ is the son of Will (Benjamin Bratt), her college sweetheart who broke her heart back in the day. What follows is a brief taste of the many awkward encounters they endure, as they try to make the trip and wedding special for their kids, all the while navigating any potential remaining romantic feelings between one another and their own baggage. "It's time to take care of me a bit less and take care of yourself a little bit more," Emma tells her mother towards the end, as she notices her struggles. "I just want you to be happy." Taking to the camera as director for this one is Mark Waters, whose credits include classics like Mean Girls and Freaky Friday. Waters' most recent directorial effort came in a remake of the 1999 film She's All That, with the release of He's All That in 2021. The rest of the ensemble cast for Mother of the Bride include Chad Michael Murray, Old Dads' Rachael Harris, Michael McDonald, Wilson Cruz, Tasneem Roc, and Dalip Sondhi. The script is penned by writer Robin Bernheim, with Shields serving as an executive producer alongside Oliver Ackermann, Galen Fletcher, Robin Bernheim Burger, Amanda Phillips, Jimmy Townsend, and Vince Balzano. The Perfect Leading Man While Shields and Bratt's characters will have to overcome generational comedic errors before, presumably, getting back together. Bratt has been lauded by Waters as the perfect leading man to bring the role to life. "I find that romantic comedies, they often go for men who aren't liked by other men in the male leads," director Waters explained. "And since I am a man, I [want] somebody who is not only going to be beloved with women, but also men are going to see the movie and see, 'Oh, I also like that guy. And that's a guy that I could see being friends with.' " Mother of the Bride hits Netflix globally on May 9. Watch the trailer above. Mother of the Bride 2024 Film Promo Image-1 Mother of the Bride Comedy Drama Romance Lana's daughter Emma returns from London and announces that she's getting married next month. Things become more complicated when Lana learns that the man who stole Emma's heart is the son of the man who broke hers years ago. Release Date May 9, 2024 Director Mark Waters Cast Brooke Shields , Benjamin Bratt , Miranda Cosgrove , Rachael Harris , Sean Teale , Chad Michael Murray , Michael McDonald , Wilson Cruz Runtime 88 Minutes Main Genre Comedy Writers Robin Bernheim Are rom-coms on the resurgence? If they are, Netflix is ahead of the pack with several new ones out on the streamer this year already. “Players,” “Irish Wish, and “The Heartbreak Agency” didn’t fare too well with critics, but “One Day” did, so maybe that means “Mother Of The Bride” could a sleeper hit for the streamer this Spring. READ MORE: Netflix 2024 Film Slate Includes Jerry Seinfeld’s ‘Pot Tarts,’ New JLo, Lee Daniels, Mark Wahlberg Movies & More And as far as rom-com plots go, “Mother Of The Bride” is as safe as it gets. Brooke Shields stars a Mom whose daughter turns from abroad engaged, only to find out she’s marrying the son of a man who broke her heart years ago. Does that spell a disaster for her daughter or a second chance for her? Here’s the official synopsis for “Mother Of The Bride,” courtesy of Netflix: Lana’s daughter Emma returns from abroad and drops a bombshell: she’s getting married. In Thailand. In a month! Things only get worse when Lana learns that the man who captured Emma’s heart is the son of the man who broke hers years ago. Along with Shields, “Mother Of The Bride” also stars Miranda Cosgrove, Sean Teale, Chad Michael Murray, Rachel Harris, and Benjamin Bratt. Michael McDonald, Wilson Cruz, Tasneem Roc, and Dalip Sondhi also stars. Mark Waters directs a script by Robin Bernheim Burger. Brad Krevoy produces. Shields leads executive producers with Burger, Oliver Ackermann, Galen Fletcher, Amanda Phillips, Jimmy Townsend, and Vince Balzano. So will “Mother Of The Bride” be a hit or another rom-com dud for Netflix? Find out when the film hits the streamer on May 9. Watch a trailer for “Mother Of The Bride” below. Netflix has released the official Mother of the Bride trailer for its newest romantic comedy, starring Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove. The video features Shields’ Lana, who’s struggling to deal with the reality that her daughter is all grown-up. While preparing for her daughter’s wedding, she unexpectedly reunites with her first love. Check out the Mother of the Bride trailer below (watch more trailers): Who’s the cast of Mother of the Bride? The ensemble cast also includes Sean Teale (The Gifted), Chad Michael Murray (Freaky Friday), Rachael Harris (Lucifer), Benjamin Bratt (Miss Congeniality), Michael McDonald (The Heat), Wilson Cruz (My So-Called Life), Tasneem Roc (Love and Monsters) and Dalip Sondhi. In addition to starring, Shield is also executive producing alongside Burger, Oliver Ackermann, Galen Fletcher, Amanda Phillips, Jimmy Townsend and Vince Balzano. It is produced by Brad Krevoy. “Lana’s daughter Emma returns from abroad and drops a bombshell: she’s getting married. In Thailand. In a month! Things only get worse when Lana learns that the man who captured Emma’s heart is the son of the man who broke hers years ago,” reads the synopsis. Mother of the Bride is directed by Mark Waters from a screenplay written by Robin Bernheim Burger. Waters is best known for directing classic 2000s comedies such as Freaky Friday, Mean Girls and Just Like Heaven. Netflix has officially set a Mother of the Bride release date, revealing that the rom-com starring Brooke Shields and Miranda Cosgrove will release in just a few months. Mother of the Bride is set to release on May 9, 2024, exclusively on the streaming platform. The film is directed by Mark Waters (He’s All That, Mean Girls, Freaky Friday) from a script by Robin Bernheim Burger. Netflix also released the first official image for the film, which showcases both Shields and Cosgrove in a tropical setting. You can check that out below: Mother of the Bride Release Date Set for Netflix Rom-Com Starring Brooke Shields Mother of the Bride. (L-R) Miranda Cosgrove as Emma and Brooke Shields as Lana in Mother of the Bride. Cr. Sasidis Sasisakulporn/Netflix © 2024 Who is in Mother of the Bride? Shields (The Blue Lagoon) will play the role of Lana, while Miranda Cosgrove (School of Rock, iCarly) will play the role of her daughter, Emma. Alongside the pair, the film will also star Benjamin Bratt (Miss Congeniality), Rachael Harris (Suits), Sean Teale (Skins), Chad Michael Murray (One Tree Hill), Michael McDonald (MADtv), Wilson Cruz (My So-Called Life), Tasneem Roc (The Bureau of Magical Things), and Dalip Sondhi (Frayed). “Lana’s daughter Emma returns from abroad and drops a bombshell: she’s getting married,” reads the film’s official logline. “In Thailand. In a month! Things only get worse when Lana learns that the man who captured Emma’s heart is the son of the man who broke hers years ago.”

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Dark Matter 2024 TV Series Poster ScreenRant logo Based on his novel of the same name, Dark Matter is a sci-fi drama-thriller television series created for Apple TV+ by Blake Crouch. The series follows a physicist who is kidnapped and thrown into an alternate reality where he witnesses one potential path his life could have taken. However, he learns that the lives of his family are in jeopardy by an alternate version of himself. Pros Thoughtful approach to its science-fiction concepts Always grounds its ideas in the characters' emotional experiences Often plays like a gripping thriller Lets its cast shine, especially a magnetic Joel Edgerton It's heady and thoughtful, structured like a thriller but unafraid to sometimes challenge the audience. It has a knack for asking the right questions about the subjects it wants to explore, and is more interested in teasing them out than providing easy answers. It embraces the means of its medium to explore its themes, and treats the actors like its greatest special effect. The scope of its story is intellectually grand but dramatically quite personal. It comes closest to the feeling of watching Dark as anything I've seen since. Dark Matter is based on the 2016 novel of the same name by Blake Crouch, who is also the showrunner – he himself has claimed this adaptation is better than the source material. I haven't read it, and so can't comment. But I can say, having seen the full, nine-episode season, that I came away convinced that TV was the ideal way to tell this story. Dark Matter's Story Structure Is Its Smartest Decision The show can have its cake and eat it, too Staying limited to what's been revealed so far, the premise is as follows: Jason Dessen (Joel Edgerton) begins the show with a what if? moment. He teaches physics at a local university, but when his old friend Ryan (Jimmi Simpson) continues his rise to prominence by winning a prestigious science prize, we get the sense he could've been much more. Instead, his priority has been his loving marriage to Daniela (Jennifer Connelly) and home life with their teenage son, Charlie (Oakes Fegley). He might not be unhappy, exactly, but we've caught Jason at a time of wondering what might've been. Then he gets abducted. After a strange sequence of events and an even stranger conversation with his masked assailant, he is drugged unconscious. When he wakes, he's in some facility he doesn't recognize, surrounded by people he's never met or hasn't seen in years acting like they have shared history. What they say about his life isn't what he remembers to be true. Meanwhile, his assailant walks unmasked into Jason's home and is greeted with recognition. He is another Jason – one who reached his what if? moment earlier and had the scientific means to do something about it. Crouch's show is as interested in the impact of its ideas on its characters as in the intellectual concepts themselves, and the same is true for the audience experience. To feel confused is, sometimes, to empathize with a certain character, even from our more privileged perspective. Jason2 discovered a way to traverse the infinite number of parallel realities that branch each time we make a decision, and found a world where he didn't let Daniela go to pursue his research. He then forced upon Jason1 an opportunity to trade lives. Only, the abductee gets to experience the world where he's a successful scientist as a dissociative nightmare. Dark Matter then follows two separate plotlines: Jason1's desperate struggle to find out what happened and return home, and Jason2's delicate performance of a life he hasn't lived, where the smallest mistake could turn trust into suspicion. This structure is its genius. Dark Matter plays out like two different kinds of thriller, one propulsive and mysterious, the other insidious and paranoid. Information of all kinds is treated as a precious commodity, doled out to us slowly. We have time to mull over what each new wrinkle in the mechanics of the multiverse means, both narratively and thematically. When a new difference between the Jasons is revealed, it both sheds light on the show's exploration of identity and foreshadows trouble for the impostor. Confusion is similarly wielded as a tool. While the show isn't overly opaque, close guarding of information sometimes means we don't fully understand what we're seeing when we see it. This uncertainty is very clearly intentional. Crouch's show is as interested in the impact of its ideas on its characters as in the intellectual concepts themselves, and the same is true for the audience's experience. To feel confused is, sometimes, to empathize with a certain character, even from our more privileged perspective. And in Dark Matter, empathy is the path to understanding. Dark Matter (2024) Drama Sci-Fi Thriller Cast Joel Edgerton , Jennifer Connelly , Alice Braga , Jimmi Simpson , Oakes Fegley , Dayo Okeniyi Release Date May 8, 2024 Seasons 1 Writers Blake Crouch Directors Jakob Verbruggen Creator(s) Blake Crouch Where To Watch Apple TV+ Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly’s Apple TV+ sci-fi series Dark Matter has unveiled trailer. The May-launching show is based on Blake Crouch’s novel. Hailed as one of the best sci-fi novels of the decade, it follows Jason Dessen (played by Edgerton), a physicist, professor and family man who — one night while walking home on the streets of Chicago — is abducted into an alternate version of his life. Wonder quickly turns to nightmare when he tries to return to his reality amid the mind-bending landscape of lives he could have lived. The series also stars Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson, Dayo Okeniyi and Oakes Fegley. It joins the likes of Silo, Foundation and Severance in Apple TV+’s growing roster of sci-fi series. Crouch serves as creator, executive producer, showrunner and writer alongside executive producers Matt Tolmach and David Manpearl for Matt Tolmach Productions. Edgerton also serves as executive producer. Dark Matter is produced for Apple TV+ by Sony Pictures Television. "What if the person that abducted me is me?" Apple TV has unveiled the first official trailer for their next new sci-fi series titled Dark Matter, adapted from the acclaimed book of the same name by Blake Crouch. Crouch (who also created the series "Good Behavior") is adapting and showrunning this new series, which is about a physicist who is kidnapped and sent to a parallel universe where another version of his life unfolds because of a different choice he made years previously. The story draws on the many-worlds interpretation of quantum mechanics which posits that every possible outcome of every decision creates a new universe or world that runs parallel to our own. Joel Edgerton stars as a man abducted into an alternate version of his life. Amid the mind-bending landscape of lives he could've lived, he embarks on a harrowing journey to get back to his true family and save them from a most terrifying foe: himself. Also starring Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson, Dayo Okeniyi, & Amanda Brugel. This kind of reminds me of Richard Ayoade's The Double. Yet another multiverse sci-fi concept, with some extra emotional twists. Check it out. Here's the first official trailer (+ poster) for Apple TV+'s series Dark Matter, direct from YouTube: Dark Matter Series Trailer Dark Matter Series Poster Hailed as one of the best sci-fi novels of the decade, Dark Matter is a story about the road not taken. The series will follow Jason Dessen (played by Joel Edgerton), a physicist, professor and family man who — one night while walking home on the streets of Chicago — is abducted into an alternate version of his life. Wonder quickly turns to nightmare when he tries to return to his reality amid the mind-bending landscape of lives he could have lived. In this labyrinth of realities, he embarks on a harrowing journey to get back to his true family and save them from the most terrifying, unbeatable foe imaginable: himself. Dark Matter is a series created and showrun by author Blake Crouch, who also created & wrote the series "Wayward Pines" & "Good Behavior". Writing by Couch, Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry, Megan McDonnell, Ihuoma Ofordire. Adapted from Couch's book of the same name published in 2016. Featuring episodes directed by Jakob Verbruggen, Celine Held, Logan George, Roxann Dawson, & Alik Sakharov. It's executive produced by Blake Crouch, Matt Tolmach, David Manpearl, Don Kurt, Jakob Verbruggen, & Joel Edgerton. Apple will debut Dark Matter streaming on Apple TV+ starting May 8th, 2024 coming soon. Who's interested? Look good? Thoughtful science fiction concepts grounded in emotional experiences drive Dark Matter's narrative. Dark Matter's story structure acts as a genius tool, maintaining suspense and intrigue with dual plotlines. The outstanding acting, particularly by Joel Edgerton, brings depth and complexity to character identities. Loving science fiction can mean many different things. The genre has an infinite number of modes, ranging from the smallest of speculative changes to space-faring epics in worlds we hardly recognize, and creatives can use that framework to tell any kind of story. Even if someone appreciates the full range, everyone has an ideal mode; not just the nature of the story, but the way it's told, and the kinds of questions it explores. Their sci-fi happy place. Dark Matter hits that spot for me. Dark Matter 2024 TV Series Poster ScreenRant logo Based on his novel of the same name, Dark Matter is a sci-fi drama-thriller television series created for Apple TV+ by Blake Crouch. The series follows a physicist who is kidnapped and thrown into an alternate reality where he witnesses one potential path his life could have taken. However, he learns that the lives of his family are in jeopardy by an alternate version of himself. Pros Thoughtful approach to its science-fiction concepts Always grounds its ideas in the characters' emotional experiences Often plays like a gripping thriller Lets its cast shine, especially a magnetic Joel Edgerton It's heady and thoughtful, structured like a thriller but unafraid to sometimes challenge the audience. It has a knack for asking the right questions about the subjects it wants to explore, and is more interested in teasing them out than providing easy answers. It embraces the means of its medium to explore its themes, and treats the actors like its greatest special effect. The scope of its story is intellectually grand but dramatically quite personal. It comes closest to the feeling of watching Dark as anything I've seen since. Dark Matter is based on the 2016 novel of the same name by Blake Crouch, who is also the showrunner – he himself has claimed this adaptation is better than the source material. I haven't read it, and so can't comment. But I can say, having seen the full, nine-episode season, that I came away convinced that TV was the ideal way to tell this story. Dark Matter's Story Structure Is Its Smartest Decision The show can have its cake and eat it, too Staying limited to what's been revealed so far, the premise is as follows: Jason Dessen (Joel Edgerton) begins the show with a what if? moment. He teaches physics at a local university, but when his old friend Ryan (Jimmi Simpson) continues his rise to prominence by winning a prestigious science prize, we get the sense he could've been much more. Instead, his priority has been his loving marriage to Daniela (Jennifer Connelly) and home life with their teenage son, Charlie (Oakes Fegley). He might not be unhappy, exactly, but we've caught Jason at a time of wondering what might've been. Then he gets abducted. After a strange sequence of events and an even stranger conversation with his masked assailant, he is drugged unconscious. When he wakes, he's in some facility he doesn't recognize, surrounded by people he's never met or hasn't seen in years acting like they have shared history. What they say about his life isn't what he remembers to be true. Meanwhile, his assailant walks unmasked into Jason's home and is greeted with recognition. He is another Jason – one who reached his what if? moment earlier and had the scientific means to do something about it. Crouch's show is as interested in the impact of its ideas on its characters as in the intellectual concepts themselves, and the same is true for the audience experience. To feel confused is, sometimes, to empathize with a certain character, even from our more privileged perspective. Jason2 discovered a way to traverse the infinite number of parallel realities that branch each time we make a decision, and found a world where he didn't let Daniela go to pursue his research. He then forced upon Jason1 an opportunity to trade lives. Only, the abductee gets to experience the world where he's a successful scientist as a dissociative nightmare. Dark Matter then follows two separate plotlines: Jason1's desperate struggle to find out what happened and return home, and Jason2's delicate performance of a life he hasn't lived, where the smallest mistake could turn trust into suspicion. This structure is its genius. Dark Matter plays out like two different kinds of thriller, one propulsive and mysterious, the other insidious and paranoid. Information of all kinds is treated as a precious commodity, doled out to us slowly. We have time to mull over what each new wrinkle in the mechanics of the multiverse means, both narratively and thematically. When a new difference between the Jasons is revealed, it both sheds light on the show's exploration of identity and foreshadows trouble for the impostor. Confusion is similarly wielded as a tool. While the show isn't overly opaque, close guarding of information sometimes means we don't fully understand what we're seeing when we see it. This uncertainty is very clearly intentional. Crouch's show is as interested in the impact of its ideas on its characters as in the intellectual concepts themselves, and the same is true for the audience's experience. To feel confused is, sometimes, to empathize with a certain character, even from our more privileged perspective. And in Dark Matter, empathy is the path to understanding. Dark Matter (2024) Drama Sci-Fi Thriller Cast Joel Edgerton , Jennifer Connelly , Alice Braga , Jimmi Simpson , Oakes Fegley , Dayo Okeniyi Release Date May 8, 2024 Seasons 1 Writers Blake Crouch Directors Jakob Verbruggen Creator(s) Blake Crouch Where To Watch Apple TV+ The multiverse has infinite realities is a tagline that would probably fit snugly within a Marvel movie. But the same ideas apply and work perfectly well within the confines of the more adult drama, “Dark Matter,” a new sci-fi mindbender from Apple TV+. Today, Apple unveiled the trailer for its new sci-fi thriller series starring Joel Edgerton alongside Academy Award winner Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson, Dayo Okeniyi, and Oakes Fegley. Based on the acclaimed book by New York Times bestselling author Blake Crouch, the new, nine-episode Apple Original series will premiere globally on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on Wednesday, May 8, followed by one new episode every Wednesday through June 26, 2024. READ MORE: The 70 Most Anticipated TV Shows & Mini-Series Of 2024 Created by Blake Crouch, who also serves as the executive producer and writer of most episodes, the series centers on a Chicago physicist (Edgerton) who is warped into an alternate version of his life, leaving him to fight to return to his life to prevent the alternate version of himself from harming his family. Here’s the official synopsis: Hailed as one of the best sci-fi novels of the decade, “Dark Matter” is a story about the road not taken. The series will follow Jason Dessen (played by Edgerton), a physicist, professor, and family man who — one night while walking home on the streets of Chicago — is abducted into an alternate version of his life. Wonder quickly turns into a nightmare when he tries to return to his reality amid the mind-bending landscape of lives he could have lived. In this labyrinth of realities, he embarks on a harrowing journey to return to his true family and save them from the most terrifying, unbeatable foe imaginable: himself. Additional executive producers on the series include Matt Tolmach (“The Amazing Spider-Man”) and David Manpearl for Matt Tolmach Productions. Edgerton also serves as executive producer. “Dark Matter” is produced for Apple TV+ by Sony Pictures Television. Directors on the series include Jakob Verbruggen, Logan George & Celine Held, Alik Sakharov, and Roxann Dawson. “Dark Matter” premieres May 8, 2024 on Apple TV. Watch the first trailer below. Dark Matter is Apple TV+'s latest venture into the realm of sci-fi. The new show stars Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly. The series will debut on May 8, 2024. Apple TV+ has just unveiled the trailer for Dark Matter, a science fiction thriller series adapted from Blake Crouch's critically acclaimed novel. The limited series, spanning nine episodes, features a star-studded cast including Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson, Dayo Okeniyi, and Oakes Fegley. Scheduled for a global premiere on May 8, 2024, the show will launch its first two episodes on Apple TV+, with subsequent episodes to be released weekly every Wednesday until June 26. The series is a significant addition to Apple TV+'s growing repertoire of science fiction productions, alongside other hits like For All Mankind, Silo and Foundation. Dark Matter introduces us to Jason Dessen (Edgerton), a college physics professor in Chicago who once had the potential for a ground-breaking research career. Opting instead for a content family life with his wife and son, Dessen's ordinary existence is upended one night following an abduction by a masked stranger. He awakens to find himself in an alternate reality where his life has changed significantly: he's unmarried, childless, and has achieved professional success. What Is 'Dark Matter' About? This alternate reality is rooted in the many-worlds interpretation of quantum mechanics, suggesting the existence of nearly infinite parallel worlds, each resulting from the various decisions we make. Dessen embarks on a quest to understand the physics of his new reality and seeks a way to return to his own universe and the family he loves. The series delves into themes of identity, choice, and the nature of reality, exploring the hypothesis that multiple versions of our universe exist, each containing different outcomes of our lives. Blake Crouch, the novel's author, serves as executive producer, showrunner, and writer, alongside executive producers Matt Tolmach and David Manpearl for Matt Tolmach Productions, with Joel Edgerton also executive producing. Produced for Apple TV+ by Sony Pictures Television, the series promises a blend of emotional depth and speculative science fiction, focusing on the philosophical implications of its premise as much as on its narrative drive. The series is poised to offer viewers a thought-provoking exploration of the paths not taken and the complexities of reality and identity. With its compelling cast and innovative storytelling, Dark Matter is set to be another superb addition to Apple TV+'s immense catalog of thought-provoking sci-fi programming. Dark Matter will make its worldwide premiere on Apple TV+ on May 8, 2024. The show will launch with its first two episodes, with subsequent episodes releasing every Wednesday until June 26. Dark Matter 2024 TV Show Poster Dark Matter (2024) Drama Sci-Fi Thriller A man is abducted into an alternate version of his life. Amid the mind-bending landscape of lives he could've lived, he embarks on a harrowing journey to get back to his true family and save them from a most terrifying foe: himself. Release Date May 8, 2024 Cast Joel Edgerton , Jennifer Connelly , Alice Braga , Jimmi Simpson , Oakes Fegley , Dayo Okeniyi Main Genre Sci-Fi Seasons 1 Creator(s) Blake Crouch Writers Blake Crouch Directors Jakob Verbruggen

PRETTY LITTLE LIARS_ SUMMER SCHOOL Season 2 Trailer (2024) Bailee Madison, Teen Series PRETTY LITTLE LIARS: SUMMER SCHOOL Season 2 Trailer (2024) Bailee Madison, Teen Series © 2024 - HBO Max Max’s Pretty Little Liars reboot is back again, and things are heating up as the school year is winding down. Pretty Little Liars: Summer School has released its first trailer (above), teeing up the fun and fright ahead. The series debuts with two episodes Thursday, May 9, followed by one new episode weekly through June 20. Related Stories 2024 TV premiere dates 2024 Premiere Dates For New & Returning Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming The Witcher ‘The Witcher’ Renewed For 5th & Final Season At Netflix Following the harrowing events of Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, the Pretty Little Liars face a fate worse than death – summer school. However, Millwood High isn’t the only thing getting in the way of their fun summer jobs and new, dreamy love interests. A new villain, who may or may not have a connection to A, has come to town and is going to put them all to the test. Original Sin debuted five years after the original Pretty Little Liars series ended, focusing on new characters in the new fictional town of Millwood, PA — which had surprising connections to its neighboring town, Rosewood. With multiple references to iconic horror movies (think Carrie and the original Halloween), the series picked up 20 years after a series of tragic events almost ripped the blue-collar town of Millwood apart. Now, in present day, a disparate group of teen girls found themselves tormented by an unknown Assailant and made to pay for the secret sin committed by their parents two decades ago…as well as their own. The series stars Bailee Madison, Chandler Kinney, Zaria, Malia Pyles, and Maia Reficco as the next generation of Pretty Little Liars. Mallory Bechtel, Sharon Leal, Alex Aiono, Jordan Gonzalez and Elias Kacavas also star. Pretty Little Liars: Summer School is created, written and executive produced by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (Riverdale, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) and Lindsay Calhoon Bring (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina). Aguirre-Sacasa’s Muckle Man Productions and Alloy Entertainment produce, in association with Warner Bros. Television. Alloy’s Leslie Morgenstein and Gina Girolamo are also executive producers, along with Marlene King (who developed the original Pretty Little Liars series) and Michael Grassi. Watch the trailer in full above. A new "A" slasher emerges in the Pretty Little Liars Summer School season 2 trailer. Season 2 will focus on the girls facing challenges in summer school. Returning cast members and a masked killer connected to "A" will raise the stakes. The Pretty Little Liars: Summer School season 2 trailer shows the girls facing a new "A" slasher. The original series aired for seven successful seasons and spawned two failed spinoffs, Ravenswood and Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists, which were both canceled after one season. A third spinoff, titled Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin​​​​​​, premiered on HBO Max in July 2022 and was subsequently renewed for a second season that has received a brand-new subtitle, Summer School. Today, Max released the first official trailer for Pretty Little Liars: Summer School Watch it below: The trailer reveals that, following the harrowing events of Original Sin, the Liars find themselves confronted with a fate more daunting than death – summer school. However, this isn't the only challenge standing in the way of their enjoyable summer jobs and budding romances. A new serial killer with supposed connections to "A" emerges and pushes them to their breaking point. What To Expect From Pretty Little Liars: Summer School Season 2 What's Known About The Pretty Little Liars Story, Cast & More The spinoff is set in the same universe as the original series, but centers on a new cast of characters as they are terrorized by the enigmatic "A" in the made-up town of Millwood, Pennsylvania. The Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin season 1 ending revealed that Angela's suicide was instigated by the mothers, particularly Davie, Imogen's mom. The mysterious "A" is also revealed to be Angela's twin brother, Archie, who tormented both the girls and their mothers. Furthermore, the scheme was orchestrated by Principal Marshal Clinton, Archie, and Angela's undisclosed biological father seeking revenge for her mistreatment. Chandler Kinney as Tabby Haworthe in Pretty Little Liars. RELATED Pretty Little Liar's "Bloody Rose" Proves The Spinoff Has A Big Villain Advantage Over The OG Show The new villain in Pretty Little Liars: Summer School continues to prove how the Max drama television series has an upper hand over the original show. Though Imogen and the girls ultimately prevailed against Clanton and "A," the season 1 finale left numerous unanswered questions for season 2 to address. In turn, many of the Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin cast and characters are returning for season 2. Imogen, Tabby, Faran, Noa, and Mouse all survived the events of season 1 and will continue to be the central focus of Summer School. The same applies to their families, with the exception of Davie, who could still return for flashbacks. Kelly Beasley is also an important character who could return as an ally to the main group. Cast Member Character Bailee Madison Imogen Chandler Kinney Tabby Zaria Faran Maia Reficco Noa Malia Pyles Mouse Considering that "A" escapes from the hospital during season 1's cliffhanger ending, the masked killer could be the same one in Summer School. All that's revealed in the trailer is that the killer is connected to "A." This likely won't be revealed until season 2 airs, though it's hinted that part of the girls' history will resurface. Overall, the Pretty Little Liars: Summer School season 2 trailer suggests the girls will continue navigating the typical challenges of high school alongside a sadistic killer. Pretty Little Liars: Summer School season 2 premieres two episodes May 9 on Max before shifting to a weekly release schedule. Source: Max Pretty Little Liars Summer School Poster Showing the Cast in Bikinis Looking at a Shadow Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin Drama WHERE TO WATCH *Availability in US Stream Rent Buy Not available The dramatic slasher/horror mystery franchise returns with Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, created for HBO Max. Connecting to the original series, Original Sin follows a group of teen girls terrorized by a mysterious killer named "A." Being held responsible for a terrible tragedy committed by their mothers over twenty years ago, the girls must uncover the truth of the incident to end the terror of Millwood, Pennsylvania - and to survive. Season 2 of the series was released in May 2024 and is subtitled Summer School. Cast Bailee Madison , Chandler Kinney Release Date June 28, 2022 Seasons 2 Network HBO Max Streaming Service(s) Apple TV+ , HBO Max Writers Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa Directors Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa Showrunner Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin is a successful companion to the original series. Pretty Little Liars: Summer School switches to a lighter, campy horror tone that gives the series a refreshing twist. The slower pace of Season 2 allows for more room for the show to develop its characters and expand the storyline, as well as allowing for more filler moments. Remaking or rebooting a popular movie or series can be a risky move. After all, there’s usually some sort of nostalgia attached to the original project, which automatically puts the new version in a harsher light. So, when it was announced that Pretty Little Liars would be getting a new series from the creator of Riverdale, Roberto Aguirre Sacasa, there was naturally some skepticism due to the original series’ major popularity during its run. But Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin proved to be an excellent companion to the original series, with enough differences to set them apart but similarities that still connect both shows in some form. The premise is the same: an unknown person who goes by the name of “A” is stalking and harassing a group of teenage girls. But Original Sin adds a new twist into the mix by having the girls’ mothers be the inciting incident for the modern-day attacks. What results is a version of Pretty Little Liars that leans into much more horror and succeeds at being genuinely scary. Season 2, aptly subtitled Summer School, invites us to experience a new season in Millwood, and though things have seemingly calmed down with the arrival of warmer weather, Pretty Little Liars' newest installment quickly reminds us that this nightmare is far from over. Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin Drama Twenty years ago, a series of tragic events almost ripped the blue-collar town of Millwood apart; now, in the present day, a group of disparate teen girls, a brand-new set of Little Liars, find themselves tormented by an unknown 'A'ssailant. Release Date 2022-00-00 Creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, & Lindsay Calhoon Bring Cast Bailee Madison , Mallory Bechtel , Sharon Leal Main Genre Drama Seasons 2 Sequel Pretty Little Liars Network HBO Max Streaming Service(s) Max What Is 'Pretty Little Liars: Summer School' About? Following the events of Season 1, Imogen (Bailee Madison), Tabby (Chandler Kinney), Faran (Zaria), Mouse (Malia Pyles), and Noa (Maia Reficco) are more than ready to have a worry-free summer. They've been making plans to get summer jobs, attend fun parties, and just generally relax after the year they had. But those goals are quickly thwarted by their next big threat: summer school. If that’s the only bad thing to come from their summer, then it’s certainly a step up from the months prior. It’s not, of course, and a new threat begins to make itself known — threatening not only the group's plans for a fabulous summer but also the lives of the girls themselves. To make matters worse, this new threat may also be related to “A.” 'Pretty Little Liars' Season 2 Switches Up the Series' Tone Bloody Rose holding a knife in Pretty Little Liars: Summer SchoolImage via Max Season 1 of Pretty Little Liars, AKA Original Sin, was incredibly dark. The entirety of the Angela Waters (Gabriella Pizzolo) storyline is bleak and sad, and the way "A" goes about exacting revenge on her behalf is often downright terrifying. The original series may have had its own dark moments, but Original Sin leaned heavily into horror elements, complete with harrowing chase scenes and moments that led us to question whether every single character would make it out alive. Summer School, by comparison, opts for a lighter tone while still embracing the first season's horror elements. While that was one of the best choices this new series made in the first place, Summer School goes one step further by shifting from a dark slasher to campier popcorn horror — and, best of all, it works! Horror is an all-year-round genre, of course, but when it gets to the summer, some of the best horror flicks to watch are the ones that take place in the hotter months — the kind you’d sit down to watch midday for a little afternoon scare. In essence, that's the vibe Summer School gives off. The change is a little jarring at first, resulting in slower pacing for the story, but when it picks up, it really picks up, and it may just be darker than Season 1. 'Pretty Little Liars' Season 2 Better Develops Its Characters Season 1 of Pretty Little Liars dealt with some pretty heavy plot points, including Imogen and Tabby’s attacks, Imogen’s pregnancy, Noa’s mom’s substance abuse, and the overall trauma of the year. But Season 2 doesn’t shy away from digging into those issues and facing them head-on. The girls are all in group therapy, which is definitely for the best. Imogen in particular is getting extra help to work through the attacks from A, as well as the aftermath of her pregnancy and the grief she still has in the wake of her mother's death. All of these struggles steadily creep up on her throughout the season, much like in Original Sin — only this time, there seems to be an actual reprieve for her. As a result, Madison is firing on all cylinders in Summer School. That's not to say she wasn't already phenomenal in Season 1, but as Imogen has grown into a more fleshed-out character, Madison has grown into the role and brought Imogen to life in new and dynamic ways, which is satisfying to see. In fact, all the characters have grown into bigger personalities and come into themselves more. Original Sin had to rely on a lot of plot-heavy setup to establish its story, but we already know everyone by the time Summer School begins, giving the second season a lot more room to further expand on the characters. And what better time to do that than during summer break? Noa steps into a more responsible role with her mom in rehab and Faran becomes a stronger version of herself, both mentally and physically. Mouse is honing some serious investigative skills, and Tabby is a total girlboss. After everything the girls have gone through already, it’s gratifying to watch them thriving even if a threat still looms. Aside from the Liars, everyone is going through some major changes, especially Kelly (Mallory Bechtel) — which isn’t all that surprising considering the traumatic stuff that happened to her in Season 1, including the death of her twin sister Karen and the discovery of her father’s involvement in Angela Waters’ death before his later demise. Season 2's Kelly feels like an entirely new character, and the series seems to be slowly setting her up to play a major role in the overarching mystery — a change that would be thoroughly welcomed. 'Pretty Little Liars: Summer School' Is a Superb Follow-Up As previously mentioned, Summer School moves at a slower pace than Original Sin, which can be frustrating at times but ultimately works in the show's favor. Season 2’s approach to its main mystery allows more opportunity for both the show and its characters to breathe. The series also has more chances to flesh out potential love interests and make them people worth caring about, rather than the bland and forgettable side characters that were often present in Season 1. Some of the girls have new romances this season, and these additions actually have depth! It’s a welcome change, and nice to see these girls experiencing some real happiness — even if it may be short-lived. Summer School's storyline is also much roomier, but not in a bad way. There's more of Millwood on display this season without the show being so confined to the school, the theater, or Tabby’s house — and the setting expands to places like the roller rink, the local church, the town pool, and the ice cream shop, just to name a few. Summer truly brings Millwood to life, giving Season 2 a renewed sense of vibrancy that makes for an entertaining ride from start to finish. Some moments might evoke an eyebrow raise or two, such as the addition of Spooky Spaghetti — the Summer School rendition of Creepy Pasta. Season 2 is a polished, well-thought-out sequel to Original Sin that proves its titular Liars are not to be messed with. pretty-little-liars-original-sin poster Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin Season 2 of Pretty Little Liars, Summer School, opts for a lighter tone but proves that the nightmare that is "A" is far from over. 7 10 Pros Pretty Little Liars: Summer School switches genres from a dark slasher to campier popcorn horror, and it works. The second season has more time to better develop its characters rather than focusing on plot-heavy setup. Summer School also expands the setting of Milton in ways that make the show feel renewed. Cons The pace of Season 2 is distinctly slower than Season 1, which might be frustrating for the viewer at times. Pretty Little Liars: Summer School will air on Max with a two-episode premiere on May 9. Get ready for a cruel summer in Milwood as Pretty Little Liars: Summer School ups its horror game with a new slasher villain, Bloody Rose. The spin-off series pays homage to classic slashers like Halloween and I Know What You Did Last Summer, delivering atmosphere and fun character dynamics. The premiere date is set for Thursday, May 9, 2024, with eight episodes full of thrilling callbacks to horror classics. As we get closer to the summer months, we’re also getting closer to seeing some of our favorite streaming shows return. If you’re a horror fan, Pretty Little Liars: Summer School is most likely at the top of your highly anticipated list. Now, as the Max Pretty Little Liars spin-off’s May premiere date looms, its Season 2 trailer teases it's going to be one cruel summer for Milwood. The new footage catches fans back up with Imogen (Bailee Madison), Tabby (Chandler Kinney), Minnie (Malia Pyles), Noa (Maia Reficco), and the rest of the Milwood gang as they are still reeling from the aftermath of “A”. The slasher villain who was after these high schoolers because of their parents' dark past is now on death row. However, that experience has caused everyone's grades to slip and, if they want to ever see junior year, they all have to complete summer school. That sounds easy enough, but “A” isn’t the only twisted soul in town, as a new dark figure known as “Bloody Rose” will be terrorizing our Final Girls this season. Like Season 1, Summer School is diving deep into slasher horror history and is already showcasing a ton of haunting shots/images that are sure to haunt fans until the school bells start ringing this fall. ‘Pretty Little Liars’ Has Upped Its Horror Game While the original Pretty Little Liars was known for its thrills and shocking plot twists, the spin-off, subtitled Original Sins in its first season, was a horror fan's dream come true. It was arguably all the better for it as the series became a love-letter to genre classics like Halloween, Prom Night, and I Know What You Did Last Summer. The latter of which is probably going to play an even more thematic influence on this upcoming season. There was a lot of skepticism when the series first debuted, but it brought its scary “A” game with some thick atmosphere, fun character dynamics, and an ensemble cast whose chemistry effortlessly had you on the edge of your seat. This made it one of the best horror seasons on television of the last decade. That’s why it’s going to be exciting to see how Summer School is going to raise the stacks. Especially since the season seems to be taking a page out of previously mentioned slashers like Prom Night with “Bloody Rose” having a mysterious connection to our core cast’s past rather than their parents. Pretty Little Liars: Summer School is premiering on Max on Thursday, May 9, 2024. The season will consist of eight episodes with most of the titles being a reference to slasher’s past, like “Friday the 13th” and “When a Stranger Calls Back”. You can view the full trailer for Summer School below. Season 1 is streaming on Max in the U.S. pretty-little-liars-original-sin poster Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin Drama Twenty years ago, a series of tragic events almost ripped the blue-collar town of Millwood apart; now, in the present day, a group of disparate teen girls, a brand-new set of Little Liars, find themselves tormented by an unknown 'A'ssailant. Release Date 2022-00-00 Creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, & Lindsay Calhoon Bring Cast Bailee Madison , Mallory Bechtel , Sharon Leal Main Genre Drama Seasons 2 Sequel Pretty Little Liars Network HBO Max Streaming Service(s) Max Max released the trailer for “Pretty Little Liars: Summer School” on Thursday, and a familiar face from the original series returns this season to counsel the girls. Annabeth Gish, who portrayed therapist Dr. Anne Sullivan on ABC Family/Freeform’s “PLL,” pops up to guide the next generation of Liars through the aftermath of the Max revival’s first season, which resurrected A as a full-on slasher. “I’m here to help in any way I can,” Gish tells Imogen (Bailee Madison), Tabitha (Chandler Kinney), Faran (Zaria), Mouse (Malia Pyles) and Noa (Maia Reficco) at the beginning of the teaser. “We know A’s on death row. He cannot hurt you. I promise.” She also warns the group of five final girls that they cannot advance to junior year of high school without completing summer school. READ NEXT 'Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin' Bosses Explain How They Landed on Their 'A' Set to “Cruel Summer” by BANANARAMA, the girls take this advice to heart, getting jobs as lifeguards, servers at a pizza parlor and movie theater employees and more. They also kiss some boys and girls, of course. Season 2 also stars Mallory Bechtel, Sharon Leal, Alex Aiono, Jordan Gonzalez, and Elias Kacavas, while Ava Capri can be seen guest-starring in the trailer. “Following the harrowing events of ‘Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin,’ our Pretty Little Liars face a fate worse than death — summer school. However, Millwood High isn’t the only thing getting in the way of their fun summer jobs and new, dreamy love interests,” the show’s logline reads. “A new villain, who may or may not have a connection to A, has come to town and is going to put them all to the test.” The series is created, written and executive produced by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (“Riverdale,” “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”) and Lindsay Calhoon Bring (“Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”). Aguirre-Sacasa’s Muckle Man Productions and Alloy Entertainment produce, in association with Warner Bros. Television. Alloy’s Leslie Morgenstein and Gina Girolamo are also executive producers, along with I. Marlene King (who developed the original “Pretty Little Liars” series) and Michael Grassi. “Pretty Little Liars: Summer School” arrives May 9 on Max. Max released the trailer for “Pretty Little Liars: Summer School” on Thursday, and a familiar face from the original series returns this season to counsel the girls. Annabeth Gish, who portrayed therapist Dr. Anne Sullivan on ABC Family/Freeform’s “PLL,” pops up to guide the next generation of Liars through the aftermath of the Max revival’s first season, which resurrected A as a full-on slasher. “I’m here to help in any way I can,” Gish tells Imogen (Bailee Madison), Tabitha (Chandler Kinney), Faran (Zaria), Mouse (Malia Pyles) and Noa (Maia Reficco) at the beginning of the teaser. “We know A’s on death row. He cannot hurt you. I promise.” She also warns the group of five final girls that they cannot advance to junior year of high school without completing summer school. READ NEXT 'Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin' Bosses Explain How They Landed on Their 'A' Set to “Cruel Summer” by BANANARAMA, the girls take this advice to heart, getting jobs as lifeguards, servers at a pizza parlor and movie theater employees and more. They also kiss some boys and girls, of course. Season 2 also stars Mallory Bechtel, Sharon Leal, Alex Aiono, Jordan Gonzalez, and Elias Kacavas, while Ava Capri can be seen guest-starring in the trailer. “Following the harrowing events of ‘Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin,’ our Pretty Little Liars face a fate worse than death — summer school. However, Millwood High isn’t the only thing getting in the way of their fun summer jobs and new, dreamy love interests,” the show’s logline reads. “A new villain, who may or may not have a connection to A, has come to town and is going to put them all to the test.” The series is created, written and executive produced by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (“Riverdale,” “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”) and Lindsay Calhoon Bring (“Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”). Aguirre-Sacasa’s Muckle Man Productions and Alloy Entertainment produce, in association with Warner Bros. Television. Alloy’s Leslie Morgenstein and Gina Girolamo are also executive producers, along with I. Marlene King (who developed the original “Pretty Little Liars” series) and Michael Grassi. “Pretty Little Liars: Summer School” arrives May 9 on Max.

ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF SOLITUDE Trailer (2024) ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF SOLITUDE Trailer (2024) Gabriel García Márquez, Drama Series © 2024 - Netflix "Many years later, as he faced the firing squad, Colonel Aureliano Buendía was to remember that distant afternoon when his father took him to discover ice." –Gabriel García Márquez. Netflix has revealed a first look teaser trailer for their upcoming adaptation of the seminal novel One Hundred Years of Solitude (aka Cien Años de Soledad), first published in 1967. In the timeless town of Macondo, seven generations of the Buendía family navigate love, oblivion and the inescapability of their past — and their fate. The book by Nobel Prize winning author Gabriel García Márquez comes to Netflix, telling the story of the Buendía family, tormented by madness, impossible love, war, and the fear of a curse that condemns them to solitude for a 100 years in the mythical town of Macondo. Artists in this teaser: Claudio Cataño (Colonel Aureliano Buendía as adult), Jerónimo Barón (Aureliano Buendía as child), Marco González (Jose Arcadio Buendía), Leonardo Soto (José Arcadio), Susana Morales (Úrsula Iguarán), Ella Becerra (Petronila), Carlos Suaréz (Aureliano Iguarán), Moreno Borja (Melquiades), Santiago Vásquez (Aureliano Buendía adolescent). This was filmed in regions of La Guajira, Magdalena, Cesar, Cundinamarca and Tolima in Colombia. Have a look. Here's the first teaser trailer for Netflix's series One Hundred Years of Solitude, direct from YouTube: One Hundred Years of Solitude Poster One Hundred Years of Solitude Poster Married against their parent's wishes, cousins José Arcadio Buendía & Úrsula Iguarán leave their village behind and embark on a long journey in search of a new home. Accompanied by friends and adventurers, their journey culminates with the founding of a utopian town on the banks of a river of prehistoric stones they baptize Macondo. Several generations of the Buendía lineage will mark the future of this mythical town, tormented by madness, impossible loves, a bloody and absurd war, and the fear of a terrible curse that condemns them, without hope, to one hundred years of solitude. First published in 1967, One Hundred Years of Solitude is one of the emblematic works of Gabriel García Márquez, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1982. Considered a masterpiece of Spanish-American / universal literature and receiving enormous popular acclaim, it has sold over 50 million copies & translated into more than 40 languages. One Hundred Years of Solitude, also known as Cien Años de Soledad in Spanish, is a series by Netflix. With 16 episodes directed by the filmmakers Alex García López (TV director on the series "Utopia", "Residue", "Cloak & Dagger, "Daredevil", "The Punisher", "The Witcher", "Cowboy Bebop", "The Acolyte" previously) & Laura Mora (director of the films Antes del Fuego, Código Origen, Killing Jesus, The Kings of the World; and the series "Los hombres también lloran" & "Frontera Verde" previously). With writing by José Rivera, Natalia Santa, Camila Brugés, María Camila Arias, and Albatrós González. It's adapted from Gabriel García Márquez's renowned book of the same name. It's executive produced by Diego Ramírez Schrempp, Juliana Flórez Luna, Andrés Calderón, Josep Amorós, Carolina Caicedo, Alex García López, Laura Mora, José Rivera, Rodrigo García, Gonzalo García Barcha. Netflix will debut One Hundred Years of Solitude streaming on Netflix worldwide sometime later in 2024. Stay tuned for an exact release. First impression? Any good? A sneak peek of Netflix’s One Hundred Years of Solitude has been released. The series adaptation of the Gabriel García Marquez novel bows on the streamer later this year. The multi-generational tale follows the Buendía family and tells the story of the founding of the mythical town of Macondo. The Spanish-language series was filmed in Colombia with support from the family of García Marquez, whose acclaimed novel has sold more than 50 million copies and been translated into 40 languages. Netflix released a brief teaser in 2022 to coincide with the 40th anniversary of García Marquez winning the Nobel Prize for Literature, but the new teaser reveals much more. Related Stories Ronda Rousey Turns Script Coverage At WME Into Screenwriting Job As She Will Adapt Script For Netflix Film Based On Her Memoirs Benedict Cumberbatch and Ivan Howe in 'Eric' 'Eric' Trailer: Benedict Cumberbatch Is A Desperate Father Searching For His Son In Netflix Drama Series -- Update The new video shows Aureliano Babilonia as he reads from the mythical diary of Melquiades before transporting viewers to Macondo to witness Colonel Aureliano Buendía standing before a firing squad while he remembers the afternoon when his father took him to discover ice. It was revealed in 2019 that Netflix had landed the rights to adapt the book, which has not been adapted for the screen previously. José Rivera, Natalia Santa, Camila Brugés, María Camila Arias and Albatrós González wrote the series. Netflix has said it “is one of the most ambitious projects in Latin America to date, brought to life by the most talented artists from Colombia and LATAM.” Alex García López and Laura Mora co-direct the 16-episode project, which is produced by Colombian production company Dynamo. A swathe of the cast feature in the teaser including Claudio Cataño (Colonel Aureliano Buendía), Jerónimo Barón (young Aureliano Buendía), Marco González (Jose Arcadio Buendía), Leonardo Soto (José Arcadio son), Susana Morales (Úrsula Iguarán), Ella Becerra (Petronila), Carlos Suaréz (Aureliano Iguarán), Moreno Borja (Melquiades), Santiago Vásquez (teenage Aureliano Buendía). "Many years later, as he faced the firing squad, Colonel Aureliano Buendía was to remember that distant afternoon when his father took him to discover ice." The opening line of Gabriel Garcia Márquez's classic 1967 novel, One Hundred Years of Solitude (Cien Años de Soledad), is one of the most famous in literature, and now it's been adapted for the screen. Netflix announced in 2019 that it would release a TV series based on the acclaimed novel, and the first footage of it starts right at the beginning. 100 Years of Solitude 'One Hundred Years of Solitude'. NETFLIX One Hundred Years of Solitude is set in the fictional South American town of Macondo, and follows several generations of the Buendía family from their founding of the town to their ultimate fate. With voice-over narration of the novel's opening line, we see glimpses of other scenes from its first chapters, including family patriarch Jose Arcadio Buendía (Marco González) and his wife, Úrsula Iguarán (Susana Morales), journeying through a dangerous jungle until they find a suitable spot where they can build their home. But this is a story that jumps around in time, so we also get a look at their magical house as it exists later (recognize the influence, Encanto fans?). One Hundred Years of Solitude was first published in 1967 and soon became a global phenomenon. In The New York Times Book Review, critic William Kennedy called it "the first piece of literature since the Book of Genesis that should be required reading for the entire human race." Márquez's matter-of-fact presentation of fantasy elements (a gigantic ship discovered in the middle of a jungle, a beautiful young man who is always surrounded by yellow butterflies) mixed with real life (drawn from 20th-century Colombian history and Cold War imperialism in Latin America more broadly) popularized the literary genre of "magical realism." Directed by Laura Mora and Alex García López, One Hundred Years of Solitude was filmed entirely in Spanish and shot in Colombia with the support of Márquez's family. The series consists of 16 episodes and is set to premiere on Netflix later this year. The teaser trailer for One Hundred Years of Solitude reveals a new glimpse of the upcoming Netflix series that’s based on Gabriel García Márquez’s masterpiece novel of the same name. The story focuses on cousins José Arcadio Buendía and Úrsula Iguarán, who are married against their parents’ wishes. They leave their village and embark on a long journey looking for a new home. Joined by their friends and others, the journey reaches an apex with the founding of a new town on the banks of a river of prehistoric stones. From there, several generations of the Buendía lineage will write the future of the town they call Macondo. Check out the One Hundred Years of Solitude teaser trailer below (watch more trailers): Who is in the cast of One Hundred Years of Solitude, and when does it debut? The cast of characters includes Claudio Cataño (Colonel Aureliano Buendía), Jerónimo Barón (young Aureliano Buendía), Marco González (Jose Arcadio Buendía), Leonardo Soto (José Arcadio son), Susana Morales (Úrsula Iguarán), Ella Becerra (Petronila), Carlos Suaréz (Aureliano Iguarán), Moreno Borja (Melquiades), Santiago Vásquez (teenage Aureliano Buendía). The 16-episode series is expected to debut in 2024. The adaptation is directed by Alex García López and Laura Mora. Executive producers are Diego Ramírez Schrempp, Juliana Flórez Luna, Andrés Calderón, Josep Amorós, Carolina Caicedo, Alex García López, Laura Mora, José Rivera, Rodrigo García, and Gonzalo García Barcha. José Rivera, Natalia Santa, Camila Brugés, María Camila Arias and Albatrós González are writers on the project. Dynamo is the production company behind One Hundred Years of Solitude, with filming taking place in Regions of La Guajira, Magdalena, Cesar, Cundinamarca and Tolima in Colombia. April 17 (UPI) -- Netflix is giving a glimpse of its One Hundred Years of Solitude adaptation. The streaming service shared a teaser trailer for the series Wednesday featuring Claudio Cataño. ADVERTISEMENT One Hundred Years of Solitude is based on the novel of the same name by late Colombian author Gabriel García Márquez. The show marks the first audiovisual adaptation of Márquez's book. One Hundred Years of Solitude follows several generations of the Buendía family, whose patriarch, José Arcadio Buendía, founded the fictional town of Macondo. The teaser shows descendant Colonel Aureliano Buendía (Cataño) recall a moment with his father as he faces a firing squad. "What follows are breathtaking scenes of José Arcadio Buendía (Marco González) and Úrsula Iguarán's (Susana Morales) journey in search of happiness, fleeing the curse placed upon their lineage," an official description reads. The cast also includes Jerónimo Barón as a young Aureliano, Ella Becerra as Petronila, Carlos Suaréz as Aureliano Iguarán and Moreno Borja as Melquiades. One Hundred Years of Solitude is directed by Alex García López and Laura Mora. Netflix is developing the project in cooperation with Márquez's children Rodrigo García and Gonzalo García. At long last, Netflix has unveiled its first look at “One Hundred Years of Solitude,” its upcoming series based on Gabriel García Márquez’s award-winning novel of the same name. The minute-and-a-half teaser opens with a close up of Claudio Cataño as Colonel Aureliano Buendía. In a voiceover spoken in Spanish, Aureliano says, “Many years later, facing the firing squad Colonel Aureliano Buendía would remember that distant afternoon when his father took him to discover ice.” The teaser then flies through several scenes from the show as the music swells. Watch the teaser above. Netflix has yet to release a premiere date for the upcoming series, but the adaptation is set to be released sometime in 2024. Additionally, the teaser ends with a note that the series is “Coming soon” to the streamer. Avatar: The Last Airbender READ NEXT Netflix's 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' Shifts Showrunners Again as Albert Kim Steps Down García Márquez’s novel, which was originally published in 1967, tells the story of seven generations of the Buendía Family set in the town of Macondo. The book set the stage for García Márquez winning the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1982. Noted for its magical realist style, “One Hundred Years of Solitude” has been translated into 46 languages, has sold more than 50 million copies and is often considered one of the most significant works in the Hispanic literary canon as well as in world literature. In addition to Cataño, “One Hundred Years of Solitude” stars Jerónimo Barón as Aureliano Buendía as a child; Marco González as Jose Arcadio Buendía; Leonardo Soto as José Arcadio’s son; Susana Morales as Úrsula Iguarán; Ella Becerra as Petronila; Carlos Suaréz as Aureliano Iguarán; Moreno Borja as Melquiades; and Santiago Vásquez a Aureliano Buendía as an adolescent. Neflix’s take on the acclaimed novel is directed Laura Mora and Alex García López and is filmed entirely in Spanish, marking one of the most ambitious productions in Latin America to date. Mora and García López executive produce the project alongside Diego Ramírez Schrempp, Juliana Flórez Luna, Andrés Calderón, Josep Amorós, Carolina Caicedo, José Rivera, Rodrigo García and Gonzalo García Barcha. The series was shot in Colombia with the support of Gabriel García Márquez’s family. Gabo-heads (Gab-lins?), rejoice: the trailer for the upcoming mini-series adaptation of the Márquez masterpiece, One Hundred Years of Solitude, has officially dropped. And though we’ve been burned before by attempts to put the master’s works on celluloid (Love in the Time of Cholera, anyone?), there seems to be room for cautious optimism. For one thing, the 16-episode series is allegedly one of the most ambitious projects ever filmed in Latin America. But readers should be especially pleased to hear that the teaser opens with a nod to the source material. Namely, a solemn voiceover of the novel’s famous first line: Many years ago, when he faced the firing squad…etc. (For a lovely close read of this sentence, allow me to point you to this piece from Claire Adam.) Blessed by the estate and filmed, in Spanish, on location in Colombia, the project also looks to have the appropriate scope for a multigenerational epic. Per Deadline, five writers wrote the series: José Rivera, Natalia Santa, Camila Brugés, María Camila Arias and Albatrós González. And two directors—Alex García López and Laura Mora—steer the ship. Of course, more isn’t always more. In 2007, Roget Ebert wondered if Gabo’s novels could ever stand a translation to the silver screen. “If you extract the story without the language,” he wrote, “you are left with dust and bones but no beating heart.” Thriller pacing—plus the infamous old-age make-up turtled over poor Javier Bardem—doomed Love in the Time of Cholera to a lukewarm-to-wrathful critical response. So my fingers stay crossed that this mini-series will let its truly perfect source material breathe, and age naturally. But you can calibrate your own expectations. Here’s the trailer, in all its glory.

THE SYMPATHIZER Final Trailer (2024) Sandra Oh, Robert Downey Jr. THE SYMPATHIZER Final Trailer (2024) Sandra Oh, Robert Downey Jr., Park Chan-wook, Hoa Xuande, Series © 2023 - Max HBO has released the official teaser trailer and a new photo for the original limited series The Sympathizer, which will premiere in 2024. They provide a glimpse at the four characters played by Robert Downey Jr. who executive produces the series alongside co-showrunners Park Chan-wook and Don McKellar. The footage, which introduces the cast led by Hoa Xuande, Fred Nguyen Khan, Toan Le, Ky Duyen, and Sandra Oh, was shown today during Warner Bros. Discovery’s unveiling of the Max streaming service. Related Stories max logo Max Launch Date, Programs, Pricing & All You Need To Know About Warner Bros Discovery’s Rebranded Streamer ‘A Man In Full’ TV Review: Jeff Daniels & Diane Lane Are Full-On In Netflix’s Tom Wolfe Adaptation, But That’s Not The Only Reason To Watch Based on Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name, The Sympathizer is an espionage thriller and cross-culture satire about the struggles of a half-French, half-Vietnamese communist spy during the final days of the Vietnam War and his resulting exile in the United States. RELATED: Deadline’s Full Coverage Of Max Launch Event Co-showrunner, executive producer, writer Park Chan-wook also directed Episodes 1-3, co-showrunner and writer Don McKellar also executive produces alongside A24, Downey Jr., Susan Downey and Amanda Burrell for Team Downey, Kim Ly, Niv Fichman for Rhombus Media, Ron Schmidt, book’s author Viet Thanh Nguyen, and Jisun Back for Moho Film. The Sympathizer is a co-production between HBO, A24, and Rhombus Media. Here is the teaser trailer: HBO's upcoming series The Sympathizer will bring Viet Thanh Nguyen's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel to life. The series explores immigrant identity and the struggles of a North Vietnamese spy in the Vietnam War. Park Chan-wook, known for films like Oldboy, is the creative force behind the series. Hoa Xuande is about to spill all of his secrets to Sandra Oh in the latest teaser to be released for HBO’s upcoming series, The Sympathizer. What starts as an exciting mission filled with all the action a young man could dream of, quickly goes south when a half-Vietnamese, half-French spy known as The Captain finds the enemy on his tail. Today’s teaser focuses on The Captain’s rise through the ranks as a North Vietnamese mole who finds himself torn, leaning more to the side of the South Vietnamese military. When Saigon falls, The Captain escapes to the United States where he continues to put his counterintelligence skills to the test all while schmoozing it up with the ladies and conspiring with multiple versions of Robert Downey Jr. In what we’re considering to be a dream team project between HBO and A24, who have previously worked together on productions like Euphoria and Irma Vep, the two studios are coming together for the series which will serve as an exhilarating small-screen adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning debut novel of the same name. The show, like the book, will pull audiences back to the brutal and bloody days of the Vietnam War, and put the lens on immigrant identity as The Captain struggles to merge his many different versions all while staying sane and alive. Our first look at the series came almost a year ago, so knowing that the project is still on course for its April 14 arrival gives us a sigh of relief. The fresh peek also digs more into the plot while showing off the characters — and many faces of Downey Jr. Along with the leading men and Oh, The Sympathizer will also feature performances from Alan Trong (The Tomorrow War), Nguyen Khan (Fatherhood), newcomer Vy Le, Toan Le (Bigfoot), Duy Nguyễn, Kayli Tran (Ambulance), VyVy Nguyen (Young Sheldon), Kieu Chinh (The Joy Luck Club), and Ky Duyen. 'The Sympathizer' Will Be the Latest Project to Come From the Iconic Park Chan-wook From Oldboy to The Handmaiden, and Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance, there’s no arguing that Park Chan-wook is an incredible force to be reckoned with in the world of action and drama. While the filmmaker has dabbled in television productions before, having lent his creative vision to the 2018 series The Little Drummer Girl and served as an executive producer on TNT’s uber-popular Snowpiercer, stepping up to the plate for The Sympathizer allowed him to open up an entirely different door that we can’t wait to step through. Check out the brand-new teaser below and learn more about The Sympathizer in our complete guide before the title arrives on HBO on April 14. Robert Downey Jr. is a master of disguise in the trailer for “The Sympathizer,” a new spy series coming in 2024 to HBO’s rebranded Max streaming service. Based on Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, “The Sympathizer” stars Hoa Xuande (“Cowboy Bebop”) as a spy for North Vietnam who becomes embedded in L.A.’s refugee community. Headed by Park Chan-wook, who serves as co-showrunner, executive producer, writer and director, “The Sympathizer’s” official logline describes the show as “an espionage thriller and cross-culture satire about the struggles of a half-French, half-Vietnamese communist spy during the final days of the Vietnam War and his resulting exile in the United States.” Downey Jr., who is as an executive producer on the project alongside his wife Susan Downey, takes on several roles in the show. Each of Downey Jr.’s characters have their own distinct look, as depicted in the trailer, and are meant to represent different aspects of the American establishment –among them an up-and-coming Orange County Congressman, a CIA operative and a Hollywood film director. Popular on Variety The clip was unveiled on Wednesday at a Warner Bros. Discovery press event, during which the company also revealed that HBO Max will soon be just Max in an effort to integrate all of WBD’s brands under one streaming service. The cast also includes Fred Nguyen Khan, Toan Le, Vy Le, Alan Trong, Vy Le, Ky Duyen and Sandra Oh. “The Sympathizer” is a co-production between HBO, A24 and Rhombus Media, produced in association with Cinetic Media and Moho Film. Don McKellar serves as co-showrunner and executive producer alongside Park. Other executive producers include Nguyen, Amanda Burrell for Team Downey, Kim Ly, Niv Fichman for Rhombus Media, Ron Schmidt and Jisun Back for Moho Film. Fernando Meirelles and Marc Munden also direct. Writers include Mark Richard, Naomi Iizuka, Maegan Houang, Anchuli Felicia King and Tea Ho. Watch the trailer for “The Sympathizer” below. HBO has released the first teaser trailer for The Sympathizer, the upcoming espionage thriller featuring Hoa Xuande as a half-Vietnamese communist spy living in America. The limited drama will be available for streaming in 2024, exclusively on the newly rebranded Max. The video provides viewers a glimpse of Robert Downey Jr.‘s multiple characters as he is expected to serve as the show’s antagonist. This marks the Avengers: Endgame star’s first scripted TV project in over two decades since appearing as Larry Paul on the classic legal comedy Ally McBeal. Check out The Sympathizer trailer below (watch more trailers): Based on Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer-winning debut novel, The Sympathizer is being directed by award-winning South Korean filmmaker Park Chan-Wook, who is also serving as a showrunner with writer Don McKellar. The series stars Hoa Xuande, Fred Nguyen Khan, Toan Le, Vy Le, Alan Trong, Vy Le, Ky Duyen, with Sandra Oh, and Robert Downey Jr. “The drama is an espionage thriller and cross-culture satire about the struggles of a half-French, half-Vietnamese communist spy during the final days of the Vietnam War and his resulting exile in the United States,” reads the synopsis. It is executive produced by Downey Jr., Park, McKellar, Susan Downey, Amanda Burrell, Niv Fichman, Kim Ly, Ron Schmidt, Viet Thanh Nguyen, and Jisun Back. It is a co-production between HBO, A24, and Rhombus Media in association with Cinetic Media and Moho Film.

THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ Trailer 2 (2024) Melanie Lynskey, Harvey Keitel THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ Trailer 2 (2024) Melanie Lynskey, Harvey Keitel, Drama Movie © 2024 - Peacock Sky and Peacock debuted the teaser trailer for the upcoming original series “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” on Thursday. The six-part limited drama series, based on the international bestselling novel by Heather Morris, stars Melanie Lynskey and Harvey Keitel and lands on streaming May 2. Based on the true story of Lali (Jonah Hauer-King) and Gita Sokolov (Anna Próchniak), who met while imprisoned in the Auschwitz concentration camp during the Holocaust and World War II, the series is directed by Tali Shalom-Ezer. “Do you want to write this down?” Keitel’s 80-year-old Lali asks Melanie Lynskey’s Morris, who responds with the words, “I think I’d just like to listen.” Logan Lerman and Joey King READ NEXT Logan Lerman Joins Joey King in Hulu Limited Series ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ Keitel then launches into Lali’s story and memories of 60 years ago. Aspiring writer Morris listens to the recently widowed Lali as he recounts his past, confronts the trauma of his youth and relives his experience of falling in love in a dark place. In 1942, Lali, a Slovakian Jew, was deported to Auschwitz where over one million Jews were murdered during the Holocaust. “I was a young man in a terrible place. This is what it was every day,” Keitel’s character says over a shot of a bloody identification number tattoo given to a Jewish prisoner. “I found something there. Someone.” Jonah Hauer-King plays young Lali in "The Tattooist of Auschwitz" Jonah Hauer-King in “The Tattoist of Auschwitz” (Sky/Peacock) Shortly after he arrives, Lali becomes a Tätowierer, a tattooist forced to ink identification numbers onto fellow prisoners’ arms. He then meets Gita when he gives her a tattoo, and they kindle a flame that outshines the horrors of the concentration camp. Gita and Lali vow to keep each other alive under the wrath of volatile Nazi SS officer Stefan Baretzki (Jonas Nay). The trailer features snippets of the original score written for the show by Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer and Kara Talve, who also composed the soundtrack for the series. “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” is executive produced by Claire Mundell through her company Synchronicity Films and is produced in association with Sky Studios and All3Media International. The series is a co-production from Sky and Peacock. Jacquelin Perske is Executive Producer and lead writer for “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” alongside episode writers Evan Placey (Associate Producer) and Gabbie Asher. Serena Thompson is Executive Producer for Sky Studios. Sky and Peacock have unveiled a teaser trailer for The Tattooist of Auschwitz starring Harvey Keitel, Melanie Lynskey, Jonah Hauer-King and Anna Próchniak. The six-part limited drama series is based on the international bestselling novel by Heather Morris, which is inspired by the real-life story of Lali and Gita Sokolov, who met while prisoners in Auschwitz during World War Two. Series will launch on May 2, a few months after Jonathan Glazer’s Zone of Interest movie, which has been amassing plenty of Oscar buzz. Related Stories Kevin Hart, Kenan Thompson Kevin Hart & Kenan Thompson Team On 'Olympic Highlights' Series For Peacock Roku Roku Teams With NBCUniversal For Olympics Streaming Hub, Sets Measurement And Ad Pacts With iSpot And The Trade Desk This teaser trailer shows an older Lali (Keitel) retelling his experiences of Auschwitz to Morris (Lynskey). We also see younger Lali (Hauer-King) as he meets and falls in love with Gita (Próchniak). Shortly after arrival at Auschwitz, Lali is made one of the Tätowierer (tattooists), charged to ink identification numbers onto fellow prisoners’ arms. One day, he meets Gita when tattooing her prisoner number on her arm, leading to a love that defies the horrors around them. The trailer includes an original score from multi–Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer and Kara Talve, who have also composed the soundtrack for the series. Directed by Tali Shalom-Ezer, The Tattooist of Auschwitz is executive produced by Claire Mundell through Synchronicity Films and is produced in association with Sky Studios and All3Media International. The series is a co-production for Sky and Peacock. Jacquelin Perske is EP and lead writer for The Tattooist of Auschwitz alongside episode writers Evan Placey and Gabbie Asher. Serena Thompson is EP for Sky Studios. NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution and All3Media International are jointly handling international sales. Australia’s Stan is taking the original rights to the series, with SkyShowtime taking rights for Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, Hungary, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Sweden. Upcoming six-part series “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” is set in one of the most infamous concentration camps in history. And yet, “it’s a love story.” “When Lali says that, you are supposed to question his words. But they did meet there, they did fall in love, they did survive and went on to live in Australia. They had a son and lived well into their 80s. In finding each other, they found a reason to survive,” says executive producer Claire Mundell. A Synchronicity Films production in association with Sky Studios and All3Media International, “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” is a Sky and Peacock Originals series, based on the bestselling novel by Heather Morris. Featuring Harvey Keitel and Melanie Lynskey, it tells the true story of Holocaust survivors Lali and Gita Sokolov. When Lali (Jonah Hauer-King) is deported to Auschwitz in 1942, he becomes one of the camp’s tattooists, inking identification numbers onto prisoners’ arms under the watchful eye of Nazi SS officer (Jonas Nay). That’s how he meets Gita (Anna Próchniak). Around 60 years later, older Lali (Keitel) tells his story to Heather (Lynskey). Popular on Variety “Their love is an act of defiance. It says: ‘You can’t take my humanity away from me’,” adds Mundell, who optioned the book back in 2018. “Antisemitism was on the rise then as well, with surveys detailing how many young people weren’t fully aware of the Holocaust. It’s even more pronounced today. Hopefully, this story can remind people that we can choose to love rather than hate.” Jonah Hauer-King as Lali Sokolov & Anna Próchniak as Gita Furman in Auschwitz. Martin Mlaka / Sky UK Landing the right tone was crucial, she admits. “We don’t shy away from very distressing material. But for me, that darkness and horror only accentuate the miraculous nature of their love. I have no doubt that’s why so many people have read the book. This couple gave each other hope and in telling his story, Lali gives it to us.” “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” – shot mostly in Slovakia, where the couple was from – is directed by Tali Shalom-Ezer, while Jacquelin Perske serves as executive producer and lead writer. Serena Thompson executive produces for Sky Studios. After her six-year journey trying to bring the series to life, Mundell hopes it will move audiences. “It certainly moved me. It’s a huge, epic story, so how the hell do you take that on and do it justice? It felt like a big challenge, but at Synchronicity, we love projects that are inspired by real life and have something important to say.” The company is also behind “The Cry” about postnatal depression, shown at Series Mania in 2019, and “Mayflies” about a man considering euthanasia. Harvey Keitel was the only actor for the role, she stresses. “We only offered it to him. I know how much work he put into researching Lali and how important it was for him to convey a survivor. There are so few of them left and some never discussed their past. Even with their families.” Lynskey, fresh off “Yellowjackets” and a stint on “The Last of Us,” took on social worker-turned-writer Heather Morris. “We were looking for an actor who could convey empathy, curiosity, resilience and the kind of humanity the real Heather Morris has. When she met Lali, she was in her early ‘50s. She had an interest in writing, but always left that to the side. It became the last significant relationship of his life, really,” observes Mundell. “In our society, we are very agist. We disregard elderly people and their wisdom. Jacquelin, our lead writer, was very intrigued by the book’s foreword, where Heather described her meeting with Lali.” “Instead of just regarding it as a period piece, [adding it] allowed the audience to understand it really happened to this man. This trauma never left him: It was with him every moment of every day. In a way, what they were doing was like therapy. In the story, Heather represents all of us.” Harvey Keitel as Lali Sokolov and Melanie Lynskey as Heather Morris walking through the streets of Melbourne. ©Sky UK Limited. Already familiar with the book, other cast and crew members also came knocking, starting with “The Little Mermaid” star Jonah Hauer-King and a certain Oscar-winning composer. “Jonah had read it in 2018 and tried to get the rights, I think. I went to lunch with him, intending to pitch him the project. Instead, he was pitching himself to me. Hans Zimmer was no different. People ask me: ‘How did you get Hans?!’ They have blown us away with what they have done.” The priority was to put “real humanity and directness into the statistics,” also through multiple close-ups of actors playing those who never left Auschwitz. “It’s a particularly striking feature of the show. Sometimes, if you just look at the numbers, it numbs you. Having these faces throughout the series – young people, old people and children, looking directly at us – is an appeal to the audience: ‘Remember.’ Behind every statistic is a human being.” “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” will be available on Sky Atlantic and streaming service NOW in the U.K., and Peacock in the U.S., from May 2. NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution and All3Media International are jointly handling international sales. “They are hardly any territories we haven’t sold it to,” admits Mundell. “I made a promise to Heather we would do everything in our power to get this story out to the biggest possible audience, in the most respectful way. I am carrying the baton now, passed on by Heather. Before, she made the same promise to Lali.” Steven Spielberg’s “Schindler’s List” just turned 30 years old and has been celebrated all over again, especially in a great THR oral history; Jonathan Glazer’s “The Zone Of Interest” was nominated for four Oscars, including Best Picture and Best International Feature, and it seems like remembering the horrors of Holocaust is a topic of the moment again. It’s pretty perfect timing for “The Tattooist Of Auschwitz,” a mini-series about this very subject. Starring Melanie Lynskey, Harvey Keitel, and Jonah Hauer-King, “The Tattooist Of Auschwitz” is based on the international bestselling novel by Heather Morris. The series is about the powerful real-life story of Lale Sokolov (Keitel), a Jewish prisoner who was tasked with tattooing ID numbers on prisoners’ arms in the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp during World War Two. READ MORE: The 70 Most Anticipated TV Shows & Mini-Series Of 2024 In the series, Keitel plays the older version of the man looking back on his life as a younger man in the camps (played by Jonah Hauer-King). Melanie Lynskey stars as the novel’s writer, listening to and documenting the older man’s memories. The Tattooist of Auschwitz is an event series inspired by the real-life story of Jewish Holocaust survivors Lali and Gita Sokolov. Lali (Jonah Hauer-King) arrived at Auschwitz-Birkenau in 1942, and shortly after arrival, he was made one of the tätowierer (tattooists), charged to ink identification numbers onto fellow prisoners’ arms. One day, he meets Gita (Anna Próchniak) when tattooing her prisoner number on her arm. They experience love at first sight, and so begins a courageous, unforgettable, and human story. Under constant guard from a volatile Nazi SS officer, Baretzki (Jonas Nay), Lali and Gita became determined to keep each other alive. Around 60 years later, Lali (Harvey Keitel) meets novice writer Heather Morris (Melanie Lynskey). Recently widowed, Lali finds the courage to tell the world his story. In recounting his story to Heather, Lali, in his 80s, faces the traumatic ghosts of his youth and relives his memories of falling in love in the most horrific of places. “The Tattooist Of Auschwitz” will be available on Peacock in the U.S. and Sky Atlantic and NOW in the UK, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland on May 2, 2024. Watch the trailer below.

DANCING VILLAGE_ THE CURSE BEGINS Trailer (2024) Thriller Movie DANCING VILLAGE: THE CURSE BEGINS Trailer (2024) Thriller Movie © 2024 - Lionsgate "Don't stop dancing." Lionsgate has revealed an official US trailer for horror thriller from Indonesia titled Dancing Village: The Curse Begins, from filmmaker Kimo Stamboel, one half of The Mo Brothers. It's set for release later in April after first opening last week in Indonesia and other South East Asia countries. This village still holds many mysteries… Piece by piece the mystery is revealed, including the terror of the most feared entity, namely, Badarawuhi. A group of students want to do KKN and meet elders. After living in the village for days, one by one the students experience unexpected events. It turns out Mila was chosen by the snake demon to be a dancer in his world. Mila's spirit is trapped in another world, while her body is helpless. Will she become the new "Dawuh", a cursed soul forced to dance for the rest of her life? Starring Aulia Sarah, Maudy Effrosina, Jourdy Pranata, M. Iqbal Sulaiman, Ardit Erwandha, Claresta Taufan, Diding Boneng, & Aming Sugandhi. This has some creepy images in a horror tale about dance. Official US trailer (+ posters) for Kimo Stamboel's Dancing Village: The Curse Begins, from YouTube: Dancing Village: The Curse Begins Poster Dancing Village: The Curse Begins Poster A shaman instructs Mila to return a mystical bracelet, the Kawaturih, to the "Dancing Village," a remote site on the easternmost tip of Java Island. Joined by her cousin, Yuda, and his friends Jito & Arya, Mila arrives on the island only to discover the village elder has passed away, and the new guardian isn't there. Various strange & eerie events occur while awaiting Mbah Buyut’s return, including Mila being visited by Badarawuhi, a mysterious, mythical being who rules the village. When she tries to return the Kawaturih without the help of Mgah Buyut, Mila threatens the village's safety, and she must join a ritual to select the new "Dawuh," a cursed soul forced to dance for the rest of her life. Dancing Village: The Curse Begins, also known as Badarawuhi di Desa Penari, is directed by Indonesian filmmaker Kimo Stamboel (half of "The Mo Brothers"), director of Macabre, Killers, Headshot, DreadOut, The Queen of Black Magic, Ivanna, Jailangkung: Sandekala, Sewu Dino, and also the "Blood Curse" series previously. The screenplay is by Lele Laila, from a story by "SimpleMan". Produced by Manoj Punjabi. This opened in Indonesia earlier in April. Lionsgate will debut Dancing Village in select US theaters starting on April 26th, 2024. Who's interested? ComingSoon has an exclusive Dancing Village The Curse Begins clip for the Indonesian horror prequel. The clip sees the protagonist, Mila, encounter something supernatural while bathing in an ancient pool. She then struggles to escape it as it suddenly fills with water snakes. You can watch the exclusive Dancing Village: The Curse Begins clip below. Exclusive Dancing Village: The Curse Begins Clip In this horror-thriller, a shaman instructs Mila to return a mystical bracelet, the Kawaturih, to the “Dancing Village,” a remote site on the easternmost tip of Java Island. Joined by her cousin, Yuda, and his friends Jito and Arya, Mila arrives on the island only to discover that the village elder has passed away, and that the new guardian, Mbah Buyut, isn’t present. Various strange and eerie events occur while awaiting Mbah Buyut’s return, including Mila being visited by Badarawuhi, a mysterious, mythical being who rules the village. When she decides to return the Kawaturih without the help of Mgah Buyut, Mila threatens the village’s safety, and she must join a ritual to select the new “Dawuh,” a cursed soul forced to dance for the rest of her life. Dancing Village: The Curse Begins is directed by Kimo Stamboel and written by Lele Lailia. It’s the prequel to KKN Di Desa Penari, the highest-grossing film in Indonesian history when it was released in 2022. It stars Aulia Sarah, Maudy Effrosina, Jourdy Pranata, Moh. Iqbal Sulaiman, Ardit Erwandha, Claresta Taufan, Diding Boneng, Aming Sugandhi, Dinda Kanyadewi, Pipien Putri, Maryam Supraba, Bimasena, Putri Permata, Baiq Vania Estiningtyas Sagita, and Baiq Nathania Elvaretta. You can see Dancing Village: The Curse Village in theaters on April 26, 2024.

JOKER 2_ FOLIE À DEUX Trailer (2024) Lady Gaga, Joaquin Phoenix JOKER 2: FOLIE À DEUX Trailer (2024) Lady Gaga (as Harley Quinn), Joaquin Phoenix © 2024 - Warner Bros The Clown Prince of Crime and Harley Quinn want you to know that what the world needs now is… love. That’s the message of the first trailer for “Joker: Folie à Deux,” which sees Joaquin Phoenix reprise his Oscar-winning role as Arthur Fleck (who later becomes Batman’s notorious foe) and conspire with Lady Gaga as the equally twisted Harley Quinn. The dark and gritty footage begins at the famed Arkham Asylum — where Joker is locked up at the end of the first film — as Arthur Fleck has a deranged “meet cute” with another inmate (you guessed it, Gaga’s Harley Quinn). After the chance encounter in the halls of prison, they fall madly, deeply in love and plan to break out of their straight jackets to take on the world beyond their padded cells. It brings them to the streets of Gotham City, where they manically dance and twirl around the city. “I’m nobody. I haven’t done anything with my life like you have,” Harley Quinn, dressed down in sweats, tells Joker as she makes a finger-gun gesture and mimes shooting herself in the head. Popular on Variety Ad Loading 00:00 09:30 The first film served as a moody origin story for the Joker, who is portrayed in this cinematic universe a reclusive, struggling stand-up comedian and part-time clown. In the sequel, he takes his act on the road and performs on all kinds of stages with Harley Quinn as his demented muse — and she’s wearing his signature makeup, smeared lipstick and all. This time around, though, Arthur Fleck doesn’t seem so lonely. “I’ll tell you what’s changed,” Joker says in the trailer. “I’m not alone anymore — that’s what we should be talking about!” The trailer ends with Harley at Arkham Asylum as she draws a happy face with red lipstick on the glass partition between her and Joker. “I want to see the real you,” she tells him. Director Todd Phillips debuted the footage at CinemaCon, the annual convention for movie theater owners. Although the original 2019 “Joker” was billed as a “one-off,” Phillips said he and Phoenix always talked about making a sequel. “We loved the character of Arthur too much, but we didn’t want to jinx the [original] movie,” Phillips said. “We cast Gaga because she’s magic.” Little is known about the actual plot of the sequel, which is reportedly a jukebox musical. Phillips said that categorization isn’t entirely accurate, though it will feature plenty of song and dance numbers. In the trailer, they waltz across rooftops and through Gotham City to notes of “What the World Needs Now Is Love.” “I like to say it’s a movie where music is an essential element,” says Phillips. “It doesn’t veer too far from the first film. Arthur has music in him. He has a grace to him.” Before introducing the trailer, Phillips thanked the room of theater owners for playing “Joker” on the big screen despite reports that the gruesome, blood-soaked film would inspire violence. “About a month before the first ‘Joker’ came out, the narrative on the film really turned and there [were] these bizarre warnings about the movie,” he said. “It was amazing that exhibitors didn’t budge an inch, and when the movie came out, it did huge business. That attitude was a huge reason for our success.” As Phillips alluded, “Joker” became a massive blockbuster with $1 billion at the global box office. It became the first R-rated film to pass the billion-dollar mark and earned 11 Oscar nominations, including best picture. “Joker 2” will debut on the big screen on Oct. 4, 2024 — exactly five years after the first film. The original cost $62.5 million to produce, an unusually conservative budget for a comic book adaptation. Given its runaway financial success, the follow-up was granted a much more substantial $200 million price tag. The sequel will screen in the Imax 70mm format. Although it was shot with Imax-certified lenses that modify digital cameras and not its film cameras, the company has created at least 10 film prints of “Joker: Folie à Deux” to play in select worldwide locations. Footage of “Joker” debuted as part of Warner Bros.’ presentation to exhibitors. The studio also has “Beetlejuice 2,” “Horizon: An American Saga” and “Mad Max” prequel “Furiosa” on its 2024 slate. Warner Bros on Tuesday released the first trailer for Joker: Folie à Deux, the sequel to the 2019 smash that returns Joaquin Phoenix to his Oscar-winning role and co-stars Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn. The film hits theaters on October 4. The studio revealed the trailer during its studio presentation to exhibitors at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. Related Stories Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn & Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck in 'Joker: Folie à Deux' ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ Photos: All The Images Of Joaquin Phoenix And Lady Gaga Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix star in 'Joker: Folie à Deux' ‘Joker: Folie À Deux’: First Audio Preview Of Lady Gaga As Harley Quinn Released The trailer is about mad people — in love. Phoenix is seen taking the stage and performing in a nightclub. The footage is set against the ditty, “What the World Needs Now (Is Love Sweet Love).” Gaga and Phoenix run through the Manhattan streets and dream of dancing clad in elegance against a moonlit sky. The trailer ends with Harley visiting Joker in jail — or Arkham Asylum. Todd Phillips returns to direct and co-write the script for the sequel, which is billed as a drama with musical elements set in and around Arkham. The cast also includes Catherine Keener, Brendan Gleeson, Jacob Lofland and Harry Lawtey, with Zazie Beetz returning from the first film. Philipps took the stage this evening and told exhibitors, “It’s been five years since I was here last. Did I miss anything? Just a global pandemic, dual strikes, an economic downturn. … I’m sure it didn’t affect any of you.” RELATED: ‘Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice’: Michael Keaton Makes Surprise Appearance At CinemaCon & Calls Pic “Really F*cking Good!” He said he had wanted to come earlier to thank exhibitors for their support of Joker, but the pandemic hit right in the aftermath. Deadline hears that Phillips was literally scheduled to come and open CinemaCon 2020 before Covid hit and that edition was canceled. Today he said: “About a month before the film came out in 2019, the narrative turned and there started to be bizarre warnings; it was amazing that exhibitors didn’t flinch. That attitude was a huge reason for our success. It’s a little late now but I wanted to thank you.” RELATED: Robert Pattinson Dies Many Times In ‘Mickey 17’ First Look: Bong Joon Ho Pic Previews At CinemaCon “When we were making the first movie Joaquin and I always talked about making a sequel really because we were having a great time but we were never really serious,” he added. “Then when Joker became a huge success we talked about it during the pandemic and decided to do it and we had a blast doing it.” He continued about the sequel: “We cast Gaga because she’s magic. I was a producer on A Star is Born and that was where I was like she has magic in her.” “I’ve never talked about it as a musical, but it’s a movie where music is an essential element.” “The first ways I described Arthur were as weird and aloof and distant, but he has music in him, he has a grace to him. That informed him a lot in the first film. It didn’t seem like that big of a step what we did here.” But as you can see in the trailer, it’s a seismic notch up. Who knew that was even possible given how much Joker played like a commentary on society, ala Martin Scorsese’s Taxi Driver, more than a DC movie. The first Joker was a massive hit for Warner Bros/DC, surpassing Deadpool to become the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time, clocking $1.08 billion at the global box office. It scored 11 Oscar noms including Best Picture, winning for Phoenix’s performance and for Original Score. The new film also carries a R rating for “strong violence, language throughout, some sexuality, and brief full nudity,” per the MPA. RELATED: ‘Joker: Folie A Deux’ Lands R Rating For “Strong Violence” And “Brief Full Nudity” In Warner Bros’ DC universe, Joker: Folie à Deux is part of DC Elseworlds and is not part of the universe that Peter Safran and James Gunn are building since taking the helm of DC Studios. Check out the trailer above. Dr. Harleen Quinzel will see you now. Lady Gaga lights up the screen as Harley Quinn in Joker: Folie à Deux, the upcoming musical sequel to Todd Phillips' Oscar-winning 2019 film Joker. Appearing alongside Joaquin Phoenix as the titular Batman villain, Gaga shows off her take on the popular DC Comics character in the new movie's first trailer, revealed April 9 at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. Phillips, 53, took the stage at Caesars Palace to introduce the movie's first trailer. In it, Harley can be seen in what appears to be an insane asylum, greeting Phoenix’s Arthur Fleck. “Do you want to get out of here?” she asks him, before the two can be seen dancing in a fantastical musical sequence. Phoenix can be heard saying, “I’ll tell you what’s changed. I’m not alone anymore. That’s what we should be talking about!” Zazie Beetz Praises 'Joker' Sequel Costar Lady Gaga as 'Very Grounded' on Set: 'She’s Just Stefani' At one point later in the trailer, Gaga as Harley says, “I want to see the real you,” drawing a smiley face with lipstick on the glass wall that separates them. The Joker smiles. Todd Phillips Shares New Photos of Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga in Joker 2 Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix. TODD PHILLIPS/INSTAGRAM Gaga, 38, confirmed her casting news in August 2022, posting an animated teaser video that showed her and Phoenix's silhouettes dancing to old-timey music. Along with the film's official title ("folie à deux" is French for "folly of two" and refers to shared psychosis or delusion), the Oscar-winning songwriter shared the release date: Oct. 4, 2024. Phillips has returned to direct the sequel, and co-wrote the screenplay with Scott Silver. To celebrate Valentine's Day 2023, Warner Bros. released the official first-look image of Gaga and Phoenix, 49, in Joker: Folie à Deux. Phillips marked the end of filming on Instagram in April 2023 and has semi-frequently shared first looks at the upcoming movie on the social media platform since, including again on Valentine's Day this past February. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Both Gaga and the writer-director shared the movie's poster for the first time on April 2, with Gaga writing, "The world is a stage," along with the poster, which shows her character and Phoenix's Joker dancing together in their signature clown makeup. Lady Gaga new Joker 2 poster Joker: Folie à Deux poster. LADY GAGA/INSTAGRAM In the DC comics, Harley is Joker's longtime hench-woman and love interest whom the sinister prankster first meets when she served as his psychiatrist at Gotham City's Arkham Asylum. The character was first created for the acclaimed 1992 Saturday morning cartoon Batman: The Animated Series and quickly became a fan favorite, jumping from the TV screen to comic-book pages. Margot Robbie brought the role to the big screen, playing Harley in 2016's Suicide Squad and 2021's The Suicide Squad, as well as the character's own spinoff movie, Birds of Prey, in 2020. In January 2024, Robbie, 33, told Variety that she always imagined the character "would get passed on to other actresses to play, the way there are so many iconic male characters." "That was always the dream for her," she said at the time. "Harley’s so fun and can go in so many different directions. You put her in someone else’s hands, and it’s like, 'What are they going to do with her?' The options are endless." Joker: Folie à Deux is in theaters Oct. 4. Joker broke box office records for R-rated movies when it came out in October 2019, and Joker 2, officially titled Joker: Folie à Deux, will likely make waves just as big. While much of the sequel has been kept under wraps, set photos and tidbits teased from Todd Phillips make it clear that Joaquin Phoenix may have met his match in Lady Gaga, who will star as Harley Quinn. Here's everything we know about Joker 2 so far. Related: What's Really Going On With the DCEU and DCU Movies When is Joker 2 coming out? Joker: Folie à Deux is scheduled to release on Oct. 4, 2024. The film will premiere in theaters and will likely have a full theatrical run before it is available to stream. Related: How to Watch Every Batman Movie In Order When is the Joker 2 release date? Joker: Folie à Deux will release to theaters on Oct. 4, 2024. It does not have a streaming release date yet. Related: Every Batman Movie, Ranked Is Joker 2 filming? Joker: Folie à Deux began filming in December 2022, with director Todd Phillips posting a photo of Phoenix in character on Dec. 10, 2022, with the caption, "Day 1. Our boy. #joker." Filming wrapped in April 2023. Where did Joker 2 film? Where is Joker 2 filming? Joker: Folie à Deux filming locations - Jersey City in Joker (2019) A "Joker" scene filmed in Jersey City, New Jersey Warner Bros. Joker: Folie à Deux filmed mostly in Los Angeles, although some scenes were filmed in New Jersey. Where is Joker 2 filming? - Joker 2 Lady Gaga Harley Quinn - NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 25: Lady Gaga is seen at movie set of the 'Joker: Folie a Deux' on March 25, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images) Lady Gaga is seen at the movie set of "Joker: Folie à Deux" on March 25, 2023, in New York City. MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images Scenes with Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn were also filmed in New York City in front of a courthouse in late March 2023. Is there a Joker 2 poster? Joker Folie a Deux Poster Warner Bros. Yep! The poster reveals Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga dancing and includes the tagline "The world is a stage." Related: 75 Essential Batman Quotes From Movies, TV, Comics and More Is there a Joker 2 with Joaquin Phoenix? Joaquin Phoenix is returning for Joker: Folie à Deux. He will once again portray Arthur Fleck as he continues to become the Joker. Who is in the Joker: Folie à Deux cast? The confirmed cast for Joker: Folie à Deux includes: Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck/The Joker Joaquin Phoenix as The Joker. Joaquin Phoenix as the Joker (Arthur Fleck) in "Joker" (2019) Nikos Tavernise / Warner Bros. Joaquin Phoenix will reprise his Oscar-winning role of the mentally ill murderous clown Joker (and his unvarnished alter ego Arthur Fleck). Related: 150 Joker Quotes Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn/Harleen Quinzell Joker 2 Lady Gaga Harley Quinn - NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 25: Lady Gaga is seen at movie set of the 'Joker: Folie a Deux' on March 25, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images) MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images Lady Gaga will star as Harley Quinn, whose real name is Dr. Harleen Quinzell. While her story arc in the film isn't yet known, in the comics, she is a psychiatrist who falls in love with the Joker when she treats Arthur Fleck and becomes his literal partner in crime. We got the first look at Gaga's Harley Quinn in February 2023 when Todd Phillips posted a photo of her with Joaquin Phoenix as Dr. Harleen Quinzell—the pre-Harley Quinn version of the character. Later, we saw Mother Monster in some of Harley Quinn's stylings. Joker 2 Lady Gaga Harley Quinn - NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 25: Lady Gaga is seen at movie set of the 'Joker: Folie a Deux' on March 25, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images) Lady Gaga films a scene as Harley Quinn for "Joker: Folie à Deux" in New York City on March 25, 2023. MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images Related: What Is Lady Gaga's Net Worth? Zazie Beetz as Sophie Dumond Joker 2 - Joker Folie a Deux - Zazie Beetz as Sophie Dumond in "Joker" (2019) Zazie Beetz as Sophie Dumond in "Joker" (2019) Warner Bros. Zazie Beetz will return as Sophie Dumond, one of Arthur Fleck's neighbors in his Bronx apartment building. In Joker, he hallucinated that she was his girlfriend, but due to the character's unreliable narration, it's likely that in reality she had only ever met him in passing. Beetz told The Hollywood Reporter that she's sure Sophie survived the shooting at the end of the first film, explaining, “In my mind, she lives because she never actively wronged Arthur. His victims in the film were generally people that pointedly hurt him. Even within the horror of his realization around his own state of mind, he acknowledges that she’s more of a bystander to his situation than an actor to his situation. So she makes it out unscathed, at least physically.” >>> Sign up for Parade's Daily newsletter and get the scoop on the latest TV news and celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox <<< Brendan Gleeson Joker 2 cast - Brendan Gleeson Joker Folie a Deux cast - Brendan Gleeson attends the 95th Annual Academy Awards on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic) Brendan Gleeson attends the 95th Annual Academy Awards on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic Brendan Gleeson, who was nominated for an Oscar in 2023 for Banshees of Inisherin, will appear in Joker: Folie à Deux. His role has not yet been disclosed. Incidentally, Gleeson's Banshees co-star Colin Farrell played the Penguin in The Batman and will reprise the role in an HBO Max series. Catherine Keener Joker 2 cast Joker Folie a Deux cast - Catherine Keener attends the Premiere Of Showtime's "Kidding" at The Cinerama Dome on September 5, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/FilmMagic) Catherine Keener attends the premiere of Showtime's "Kidding" at The Cinerama Dome on Sept. 5, 2018, in Los Angeles. Leon Bennett/FilmMagic Catherine Keener is part of the Joker 2 cast, though her character is not yet known. Harry Lawtey Joker 2 cast - Joker Folie a Deux cast - Harry Lawtey attends the Saint Laurent Menswear Fall-Winter 2023-2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 17, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) Harry Lawtey attends the Saint Laurent Menswear Fall-Winter 2023-2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on Jan. 17, 2023. Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images British actor Harry Lawtey's role hasn't been disclosed. Related: How Much Did Ben Affleck Make as Batman? Jacob Lofland Joker 2 - Joker Folie a Deux - Jacob Lofland attends the Saint Laurent Menswear Fall-Winter 2023-2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 17, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) Jacob Lofland attends the Saint Laurent Menswear Fall-Winter 2023-2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on Jan. 17, 2023. Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images Jacob Lofland will be in Joker: Folie à Deux in a "key role" as an inmate at Arkham Asylum who develops a relationship with Arthur Fleck. Related: How to Watch Every DCEU Movie In Order Is Joker 2 going to be a musical? Joker: Folie à Deux is a musical. The film's composer spoke about shifting to a musical mindset for the sequel during a red-carpet appearance. It was later revealed that the movie would include at least 15 songs, most of them covers and not original music although original music may be included. It appears from the trailer that due to Joker and Harley Quinn's mental illness, they begin to see the world through musical eyes. Is there a Joker 2 trailer? Yes! There is a trailer for Joker: Folie a Deux but due to sensitive subject matter, you'll have to head over to YouTube to watch it. Related: Everything to Know About James Gunn's Superman: Legacy Are there images from Joker 2? Yes. Joker: Folie à Deux's director Todd Phillips has released multiple images from the film on his Instagram. Who is the director of Joker: Folie à Deux? Todd Phillips will once again be the director of Joker: Folie à Deux after previously earning an Oscar nomination for directing Joker. Phillips is also known for directing all three Hangover films. Is Joker 2 streaming? Joker: Folie à Deux will be released exclusively in theaters. After its theatrical window, it will likely be available to stream on Max. How to stream Joker: Folie à Deux Joker: Folie à Deux will likely stream on Max after its theatrical window closes. Who is playing Harley Quinn in Joker 2? Lady Gaga has been cast as Harley Quinn in Joker: Folie à Deux. It's unclear how similar the film's version of the character will be to how Harley Quinn is traditionally depicted. Related: Stars Who Should Play Superman Will Robert Pattinson be in Joker 2? Robert Pattinson has not been confirmed to appear in Joker: Folie à Deux. Based on the timeline of the films, it seems unlikely that a fully grown Batman could appear in the film. Related: Best Superhero Movies Ever Is Lady Gaga playing Harley Quinn in Joker 2? Lady Gaga has been cast as Harley Quinn in Joker: Folie à Deux. It's unclear how similar her version of the character will be to the comic book version. Who is the Joker 2 Batman? Batman has not been confirmed to appear in Joker: Folie à Deux. The first film portrayed Bruce Wayne as a young boy, and it's unlikely that he'd already have become Batman based on the timeline. Related: John Cena on Why He Loves Playing Peacemaker What is the Joker's real name? In the film Joker, the character's real name is Arthur Fleck. While he was briefly led to believe he might actually be Thomas Wayne's son, he later discovered that his mother had adopted him and he's unlikely related to the Waynes. Is Lady Gaga in the new Joker? Lady Gaga has been cast in Joker: Folie à Deux. She will portray Harley Quinn. Related: Singing the Joker’s Praises What mental illness does Joker have in the new movie? Joaquin Phoenix - Joker 2 - Joker Folie a Deux - Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck in "Joker" (2019) Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck in "Joker" (2019) Warner Bros. It's unclear what mental illness Arthur Fleck suffers from. It is widely speculated that the character is a depiction of narcissistic personality disorder, but as he is a fictional character, the filmmakers can decide to go in another direction. Some experts speculate he has a psychotic disorder also due to his hallucinations and lack of empathy for his victims. One disorder we do know for a fact that Arthur Fleck suffers from is pseudobulbar affect, in which someone laughs (or cries) uncontrollably without cause. Related: See Batman’s Evolution Who becomes the new Joker? It has not been confirmed that anyone will become a new Joker in the sequel. It is likely that Lady Gaga's Harley Quinn will become a form of her villainous persona and the Joker's ally.

BACKSPOT Trailer (2024) Evan Rachel Wood, Drama Movie BACKSPOT Trailer (2024) Evan Rachel Wood, Devery Jacobs, Drama Movie © 2024 -XYZ Films "This world is not kind to weak people." XYZ Films has revealed the trailer for a Canadian cheerleading film called Backspot, which plays more a serious drama or intense thriller than a sports comedy or satire. This is similar to that rowing film The Novice a few years ago. This premiered at the 2023 Toronto Film Festival last year and hits US theaters in May. Devery Jacobs (from "Reservation Dogs") stars as Riley, who is given the chance to cheer with the all-star squad, Thunderhawks. With a competition looming, Riley must navigate her crippling anxiety, her relationship with her girlfriend, and also her desperate need for approval from her new coach. One positive review states: “You may think you know your sports movie tropes, but you’ve never seen them used quite this way — that is, within a queer cheerleading drama firmly focused on complex female characters — and Waterson’s Backspot delights in skewing such expectations." Dang, okay! This also stars Evan Rachel Wood as coach, Shannyn Sossamon, Kudakwashe Rutendo, Thomas Antony Olajide, and Wendy Crewson. It's also executive produced by Elliott Page. Check it out below. Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for D.W. Waterson's Backspot, direct from XYZ's YouTube: Backspot Poster An ambitious cheerleader, Riley (Devery Jacobs), faces new adversity, her increased drive for perfection and triumph, and a demanding head coach (Evan Rachel Wood) when she and her girlfriend are selected for an all-star cheer squad - called the Thunderhawks. With a competition looming, Riley must navigate her drive alongside her crippling anxiety, as one wrong move could bring her crashing to the ground… Backspot is directed by Canadian indie filmmaker D.W. Waterson, making their feature directorial debut after some music videos, short films, and the "That's My DJ" series previously. The screenplay is written by Joanne Sarazen, from a story by D.W. Waterson. Produced by Devery Jacobs, Martin Katz, Finley MacNeil, Alona Metzer, and D.W. Waterson. This initially premiered at the 2023 Toronto Film Festival last year. XYZ Films will releasee Backspot in theaters nationwide starting May 31st, 2024 this summer. Look any good? XYZ Films shared the official trailer for Backspot, the drama film starring Devery Jacob as a queer cheerleader navigating the world of professional cheerleading. Also starring in the movie are Evan Rachel Woods, Shannyn Sossamon, Kudakwashe Rutendo, Thomas Antony Olajide, and Wendy Crewson. Release Date Directed by D.W. Waterson, making their feature-length directorial debut, Backspot world premiered at Toronto International Film Festival and opens in theaters on May 31, 2024. Synopsis An ambitious cheerleader (Devery Jacobs) faces both new adversity and the increased drive for perfection and triumph when she and her girlfriend are selected for an all-star cheer squad and its demanding head coach (Evan Rachel Wood). With a competition looming, Riley must navigate her drive with her crippling anxiety as one wrong move will bring her crashing to the ground. Reviews The Hollywood Reporter review called the film a ‘sensitive and stylish coming-of-age journey’ wrote, “There are few shocking twists or fiery confrontations. Riley’s journey is built instead on smaller, more internal shifts — through the note of wonder that creeps into her voice as she starts to see Eileen as a queer role model, or the sourness that subsequently seeps into her dynamic with Amanda. The world is sketched out through telling details, like the sharp contrast between Amanda’s crowded but cozy home and Riley’s spotless but chilly one, rather than labored exposition. In time, Riley’s path leads her toward a reconciliation between the person she’s expected to be, the person she wants to be, and the person she truly is. Jacobs‘ magnetic performance alerts us to every tiny miscalculation or epiphany along the way.” Official Trailer Watch the official trailer for Backspot EXCLUSIVE: XYZ Films has acquired U.S. and Australia/NZ rights to distribute the TIFF sports drama Backspot, directed by first-time feature filmmaker D.W. Waterson and starring Devery Jacobs (Reservation Dogs) and Evan Rachel Wood (Westworld). XYZ Films will release the film domestically and has set a theatrical release for spring of 2024. The rights deal was negotiated by UTA Independent Film Group with James Emanuel Shapiro from XYZ Films. In the film, an ambitious cheerleader (Jacobs) faces both new adversity and the increased drive for perfection and triumph when she and her girlfriend are selected for an all-star cheer squad with an overbearing head coach (Evan Rachel Wood). Related Stories Devery Jacobs Devery Jacobs To Receive 2024 Breakthrough Award At ATX TV Fest Elliot Page in 'Close to You' Elliot Page Drama 'Close To You' Acquired By Greenwich Entertainment The film was written by Joanne Sarazen with a story by D.W. Waterson, and is produced by Alona Metzer, D.W. Waterson, Kawennáhere Devery Jacobs and Martin Katz, and is executive-produced by Elliot Page, Matthew Jordan Smith, J.C. Davidson and Katisha Shaw, with Nikki Yee co-producing. The film was produced with the participation of Telefilm and Ontario Creates, in association with Crave and CBC and with the financial participation of Shaw Rocket Fund and Rogers Telefund. Also starring are Kudakwashe Rutendo, Thomas Antony Olajide (Learn to Swim), Noa Diberto, Olunike Adeliyi (The Porter), with Wendy Crewson (On the Basis of Sex) and Shannyn Sossamon (A Knight’s Tale). “What do you do after you’ve just seen the best cheerleading movie since Bring It On? If you’re a distributor, you beg the filmmakers to let you work on the film. I’m so grateful and excited the filmmakers chose us as their partners on Backspot and cannot wait to share this film with audiences next year,” said XYZ’s James Emanuel Shapiro. “The Backspot filmmaking team is thrilled to partner with American distributor XYZ Films. Their collection of work is elevated, their roster of emerging filmmakers is impressive, and we are grateful for Backspot to be listed among them. Through conversations, XYZ has proven their deep understanding of our kick*ss cheerleading film and has been a steadfast champion. We are so excited to see where this partnership takes Backspot,” said the producers. 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BRIDGERTON Season 3 Trailer (2024) Nicola Coughlan BRIDGERTON Season 3 Trailer (2024) Nicola Coughlan © 2024 - Netflix “Mother, do you believe the best foundation for love is friendship,” Colin (Luke Newton) asks in the official trailer for Season 3 of Netflix‘s hit Shondaland series Bridgerton. That appears to be the main theme of the Regency drama’s #Polin season as Colin and Penelope (Nicola Coughlan), once they get past those hurtful comments he made about her in the Season 2 finale, vow to remain friends. As such, Colin offers Penelope his services in helping her find a husband. We all know how that ends. The trailer introduces us to a “sturdy” new Colin, who has buffed up abroad as he takes on his duties as Season 3’s leading man, and an eager suitor for Penelope in Lord Debling (Sam Phillips) whose courtship will likely help Colin realize that he doesn’t want him and Penelope to be just friends. Related Stories Jerry Seinfeld 'Unfrosted's Jerry Seinfeld Takes Shot At 'Friends' In Pop-Tarts Digital Short Featuring Schmoopie, Jackie Chiles & The Soup Nazi Rufus Sewell, Keri Russell, Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason and Debora Cahn at the Deadline White House Correspondents Breakfast with Netflix's 'The Diplomat' on April 27 'The Diplomat' Creator And Cast Meet A Real-Life Counterpart To Talk About Netflix Series' Blend Of High-Octane Thriller With "The Minutiae Of It All" You can watch the trailer above. The four-episode Season 3 Part 1 premieres May 16, followed by Part 2 on June 13. Here’s the complete synopsis: Penelope has finally given up on her long-held crush on Colin after hearing his disparaging words about her last season. She has, however, decided it’s time to take a husband, preferably one who will provide her with enough independence to continue her double life as Lady Whistledown, far away from her mother and sisters. But lacking in confidence, Penelope’s attempts on the marriage mart fail spectacularly. Meanwhile, Colin has returned from his summer travels with a new look and a serious sense of swagger. But he’s disheartened to realize that Penelope, the one person who always appreciated him as he was, is giving him the cold shoulder. Eager to win back her friendship, Colin offers to mentor Penelope in the ways of confidence to help her find a husband this season. But when his lessons start working a little too well, Colin must grapple with whether his feelings for Penelope are truly just friendly. Complicating matters for Penelope is her rift with Eloise (Claudia Jessie), who has found a new friend in a very unlikely place, while Penelope’s growing presence in the ton makes it all the more difficult to keep her Lady Whistledown alter ego a secret. It’s Lady Whistledown’s turn to find love. Netflix has released a new clip from the first part of “Bridgerton” Season 3, debuting May 16 on the streamer. In keeping with the formula of previous seasons and the Julia Quinn novels they’re adapted from, this coming edition will follow the romantic journey of a new sibling in the elite Bridgerton clan in 19th century England. Season 3 turns to the third eldest sibling, Colin (Luke Newton), and his love interest Penelope (Nicola Coughlan), who is part of the neighboring Featherington family. In the new clip, debuted at a “Bridgerton” fan event in London, U.K. attended by Quinn and executive producer Shonda Rhimes, Lady P. finally confronts Colin about his reluctance to court her. “Because I embarrass you, of course you would never court me,” she tells him, with tears in her eyes. As shown in Seasons 1 and 2, the demure Penelope harbors a longtime crush on Colin, though he is largely oblivious to her feelings for him. Season 3, which will drop in two parts (the second on June 13), promises progression in their slow burn friends-to-lovers arc. Popular on Variety Courtesy of Netflix Rhimes and Quinn confirmed during a panel at the event that a fan-favorite moment from the books — in which Penelope wraps Colin’s hand after he cuts it — will be included in the screen adaptation. The fan event also saw Netflix unveil episode titles and new stills from the show, plus the streamer revealed plans to host a “Bridgerton”-themed wedding for some lucky fans. The first three episodes are titled “Out of the Shadows,” “How Bright the Moon” and “Forces of Nature.” Part of the Season 3 synopsis reads, “Eager to win back her friendship, Colin offers to mentor Penelope in the ways of confidence to help her find a husband this season. But when his lessons start working a little too well, Colin must grapple with whether his feelings for Penelope are truly just friendly.” Penelope also happens to be the secret identity behind local gossip columnist Lady Whistledown, and the best friend of Eloise Bridgerton (Claudia Jessie), though Season 2 left their relationship in need of mending. Courtesy of Netflix In addition to Newton, Coughlan and Jessie, the main cast includes returning actors Luke Thompson, Jonathan Bailey, Hannah Dodd, Florence Hunt and Will Tinston as the other Bridgerton siblings and Ruth Gemmell as their mother. Phoebe Dynevor, who was the focus of Season 1 as Daphne Bridgerton opposite Regé-Jean Page, will not return for Season 3. The rest of the main cast includes Golda Rosheuvel, Adjoa Andoh, Lorraine Ashbourne, Simone Ashley, Harriet Cains, Bessie Carter, Jessica Madsen, Martins Imhangbe, Polly Walker, Julie Andrews, Hugh Sachs, Emma Naomi and Kathryn Drysdale. Joining the cast this season are Daniel Francis, James Phoon and Sam Phillips. “Bridgerton” is produced by Shondaland. Jess Brownell serves as writer, showrunner and executive producer for Season 3. Additional executive producers include Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers, Tom Verica and Chris Van Dusen. Watch the new clip below. April 11 (UPI) -- Netflix is gearing up for the release of Bridgerton Season 3. The streaming service shared a trailer for the season Thursday featuring Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton. ADVERTISEMENT Bridgerton is based on the Julia Quinn book series. The show follows the Bridgertons, a family of eight siblings living with their mother in Regency-era London. Season 3 will focus on the romance between longtime friends Colin Bridgerton (Newton) and Penelope Featherington (Coughlan). The trailer shows Colin agree to help Penelope find a husband. Penelope meets a new suitor, Lord Debling (Sam Phillips), as her friendship with Colin starts to heat up. Netflix previously released a Season 3 clip that shows Penelope confront Colin about overhearing him say he would never court her. Season 3 will be split into two parts, with Part 1 to premiere May 16 and Part 2 to follow June 13. The cast also includes Adjoa Andoh, Jonathan Bailey, Ruth Gemmell, Florence Hunt, Claudia Jessie, Golda Rosheuvel, Simone Ashley and Julie Andrews as narrator. “Even a wallflower can bloom.” That’s the cute tagline for “Bridgerton” Season 3, which premieres in two blocks on Netflix in May and June. On Thursday, Netflix released a trailer for the third installment of Shondaland’s hit historical romance that should set fans’ hearts a-flutter. Season 3 follows the friends-to-lovers courtship of Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton). Penelope, the pseudonymous author of the Lady Whistledown gossip column, has always been an observer of love, but never a participant. So when Colin, whom she’s had a crush on for ages, returns to London, he decides to help her find a husband, as a sort of penance for the cruel things she heard him say about her last season. But he starts to suspect that he knows the right man for her very well, know what I’m saying? “Bridgerton” is based on the novels of Julia Quinn and is set during the Regency period. It revolves around the Bridgerton family and their romantic adventures during the debutante season known as the ton. Season 1 starred Phoebe Dynevor and Regé-Jean Page, while Season 2 was led by Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley. It has also spawned the prequel spinoff “Queen Charlotte.” Season 3 features a new showrunner in Jess Brownell (“Inventing Anna”), who takes over from creator Chris Van Dusen, who remains an executive producer. Other EPs include Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers, and Tom Verica. “Bridgerton” has been nominated for 15 Emmys during its run, including an Outstanding Drama Series nom in 2021 for Season 1, and has twice won for period hairstyling. It’s one of Netflix’s most popular original series, with both of its first two seasons ranking in the streamer’s all-time top 10 most-watched English-language series. Season 3, Part 1 will consist of four episodes and premiere May 16 on Netflix. Part 2’s four episodes will premiere on June 13. PREDICT the 2024 Emmy nominees through July 17 Make your predictions at Gold Derby now. Download our free and easy app for Apple/iPhone devices or Android (Google Play) to compete against legions of other fans plus our experts and editors for best prediction accuracy scores. See our latest prediction champs. Can you top our esteemed leaderboards next? Always remember to keep your predictions updated because they impact our latest racetrack odds, which terrify Hollywood chiefs and stars. Don’t miss the fun. Speak up and share your huffy opinions in our famous forums where 5,000 showbiz leaders lurk every day to track latest awards buzz. Everybody wants to know: What do you think? Who do you predict and why? "Bridgerton" is back — and this time its central love story focuses on Lady Whistledown herself. Wallflower Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and hot commodity on the marriage market, Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton), finally get their long-awaited spotlight as a couple. The trailer released on Thursday showed glimpses of last year's fan-favorite main couple, Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley) and Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey), but it transitions to highlighting Penelope, who seems to be frustrated at the prospects of living at home in her third season as a lady of society with no prospects. She said in the trailer, "I cannot live at home any longer. I must take a husband." Then Colin, Penelope's longtime childhood crush and friend appeared, back from his travels across Europe with a sophisticated, charming new personality and perspective. At the end of season two, Penelope was devastated when she heard Colin say he would never pursue her. The third season will follow the pair finding Penelope a husband and slowly along the way, Colin falling in love with his childhood friend. He asked his mother in the trailer, "Do you believe the best foundation for love is friendship?" Advertisement: "If a husband is what you seek. Let me help you. Are we not friends?" Colin tells Penelope with his hand reached out for her to shake. "Friends," she responded with a handshake. The new season will be told in two parts with the first airing on May 16 and the second airs on June 13 on Netflix.

DADDIO Trailer 2 (2024) Dakota Johnson, Sean Penn DADDIO Trailer 2 (2024) Dakota Johnson, Sean Penn © 2024 - Sony Pictures Classics "I just gotta tell ya… you're better off walking away." Sony Pictures Classics has revealed the main official trailer for the indie film titled Daddio, marking the feature debut of the newcomer filmmaker Christy Hall. This initially premiered at both the 2023 Telluride & Toronto Film Festivals last fall. It's currently set for a release in select theaters starting in late June this summer. The New York City drama is set entirely in a taxi cab departing from JFK airport. A young woman jumps into the backseat of a yellow taxi, the cabbie throws the vehicle into drive as the two head out into the night toward Manhattan, striking up the most unexpected conversation resulting in a single, epic, remarkable journey. Dakota Johnson stars as Girlie, and Sean Penn co-stars as the driver Clark, described as a "curbside philosopher." I'm actually very curious to watch this, to see where their conversation goes and what gets revealed between the two of them. It's worth a look. Here's the full official trailer (+ poster) for Christy Hall's Daddio, direct from SPC's YouTube: Daddio Teaser Trailer You can rewatch the teaser trailer for Christy Hall's Daddio right here, for the first look again. Via TIFF: "Dakota Johnson plays a woman who steps into a New York cab at the airport, driven by a man played by Sean Penn. She's clearly preoccupied and just wants to get home. He's a curbside philosopher. Immediately, he engages her in conversation which starts in small talk then gets bigger, deeper, and riskier as he steers her to her destination." Daddio is both written and directed by indie filmmaker Christy Hall, making her feature directorial debut after developing / producing the "I Am Not Okay with This" TV series previously. It's produced by Ro Donnelly, Terry Dougas, Christy Hall, Dakota Johnson, Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis, Emma Tillinger Koskoff. This initially premiered at the Telluride & Toronto Film Festivals last fall. Sony Classics will release Hall's Daddio in select US theaters starting June 28th, 2024. Anyone into this? Daddio stars Dakota Johnson and Sean Penn and is set in a New York City cab. Watch the trailer below. The film uses cutting-edge Volume technology from The Mandalorian. Johnson and Penn serve as producers on the film, putting their faith in director Christy Hall. Sony Pictures Classics has just dropped the trailer for Daddio, the latest film featuring Dakota Johnson and hopefully, for the star, this one will be better received than her current cinematic outing, Madame Web. The film, which made its bow at last year's Toronto International Film Festival, tells the story of a life-altering taxi ride from New York's John F. Kennedy Airport into the heart of Manhattan. Johnson is the passenger, while Sean Penn drives the cab in the feature-length directorial debut of writer and filmmaker Christy Hall. Notably, the movie is also the first grounded drama to make use of The Mandalorian's "Volume" technology — by employing a sound stage with drive footage projected onto the screen. The cab was surrounded by high-resolution LED panels, using anamorphic lenses that were de-tuned for a vintage look, which added an air of authenticity to the film's final product. The film is a two-hander, with Johnson and Penn the only cast members involved, giving the film an air of theatricality, and there's clearly a huge level of nuanced acting going on within that tight space of an iconic yellow cab. Indeed, Penn was quoted as saying — via Hall, last year — that the film made him want to tread the boards and take to the stage once again.“They really delivered the play because they’re both theater people,” Hall explained, “Sean’s been on Broadway; he worked with Sam Shepherd for many years, originating a lot of his work in San Francisco. Dakota did theater before she became the glorious movie star that she is. So we just kind of treated it like a play.” Dakota Johnson and Sean Penn Serve as Producers on 'Daddio' daddio-dakota-johnson-featuredImage via TIFF Hall told Collider’s Perri Nemiroff last year that both Penn and Johnson were pivotal allies to have in her corner, not just as stars, but also as producers on the project, putting their faith in her as the correct person to lead the film despite her cinematic inexperience. “This being my first feature, I’ve raised my hand for a few of my scripts and I, a lot of times, was told no. I really needed people to surround me, and Sean and Dakota, they put their faith in me, they put their faith in this script, and they said, ‘No, Christy is the one to direct this, and we’re going to help her push this boulder up the mountain.’” Daddio will be released in theaters sometime this summer. Watch the new trailer below. "Who else you gonna talk to about this, not like you're ever gonna see me again…" Sony Pictures Classics has debuted a first look teaser trailer for an indie film titled Daddio, marking the feature directorial debut of filmmaker Christy Hall. This initially premiered at both the 2023 Telluride & Toronto Film Festivals last fall, but it never showed up at any other festivals after those two. The New York City drama is set entirely in a taxi cab departing from JFK airport. A young woman jumps into the backseat of a yellow taxi, the cabbie throws the vehicle into drive as the two head out into the night toward Manhattan, striking up the most unexpected conversation resulting in a single, epic, remarkable journey. Dakota Johnson stars as Girlie, and Sean Penn co-stars as the driver Clark, described as a "curbside philosopher." This is a surprisingly good teaser because it's precisely just the right amount of footage needed to make you want to see this film. Here's the first look teaser trailer for Christy Hall's Daddio, direct from SPC's YouTube: Daddio Teaser Trailer Via TIFF: "Dakota Johnson plays a woman who steps into a New York cab at the airport, driven by a man played by Sean Penn. She's clearly preoccupied and just wants to get home. He's a curbside philosopher. Immediately, he engages her in conversation which starts in small talk then gets bigger, deeper, and riskier as he steers her to her destination." Daddio is both written and directed by indie filmmaker Christy Hall, making her feature directorial debut after developing / producing the "I Am Not Okay with This" TV series previously. It's produced by Ro Donnelly, Terry Dougas, Christy Hall, Dakota Johnson, Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis, Emma Tillinger Koskoff. This initially premiered at the Telluride & Toronto Film Festivals last fall. Sony Classics will release Hall's Daddio in select US theaters starting in summer 2024. Anyone into this? Premiering at the Telluride Film Festival last year, “Daddio” seemingly came out of nowhere with a starry cast and a minimalist logline. Starring Dakota Johnson and Sean Penn, the film is essentially just a two-hander set in a taxi cab, where a driver (Penn) and the rider (Johnson) basically strike up a long and provocative conversation about life, politics, and their outlooks on the world. Directed by Christy Hall, who co-created the series “I Am Not Okay With This” and makes her directorial debut with “Daddio,” the film is a very stripped-down, minimalist affair that relies on the charm and talents of its two lead actors. READ MORE: ‘Daddio’ Review: Dakota Johnson & Sean Penn Shine in Christy Hall’s Schematic But Affecting Drama [TIFF] Our review from TIFF praised the two actors, the design of the film, the writing, and its ability to sustain itself despite the super spare concept. “Hall’s writing is so insightful,” our reviewer wrote. “There’s a well-observed authenticity to these characters, and she gets all the logistical and geographic details right.. Johnson and Penn’s connection is genuine, and there’s an awful lot to like here.” Here’s the official synopsis: New York City. JFK airport. A young woman jumps into the backseat of a yellow taxi, the cabbie throws the vehicle into drive as the two head out into the night toward Manhattan, striking up the most unexpected conversation resulting in a single, epic, remarkable journey. “Daddio” has no release date yet, but Sony Pictures Classics snatched up rights to the picture late last year. The new teaser trailer gives a small taste of what the picture has in store and promises a summer release. Watch the new trailer below. Choosing projects wisely is important for Dakota Johnson post-Madame Web. Daddio showcases acting skills in limited space for greater engagement. Daddio's focus on deep dialogue between characters challenges viewers to pay attention and connect without distractions from screens. Director Christy Hall views Daddio as an exploration of human connection, emphasizing the importance of engaging with the world around us. After the lackluster reception of Madame Web, one of the best things that lead Dakota Johnson (Fifty Shades of Grey) can do is to select projects that showcase her acting skills. Daddio seems like the perfect movie for that. The story centers mostly around two characters: A driver (Sean Penn) and a woman (Johnson) who have a deep and meaningful conversation during a cab ride in New York. The setting is perfect for actors to show their range. Having a character inside a limited space and without many props means that the audience’s attention will be focused on their faces most of the time, so a great performance really helps whoever’s watching to engage. This is exactly the kind of setting that earned Jamie Foxx (Collateral) an Oscar nomination, for example. This is also the kind of movie that greatly relies on a screenwriter’s ability to conduct dialogue, because that’s another element that people start paying attention to when there aren’t a lot of other elements to look at. The trailer for Daddio makes it clear that there will be no shortage of topics for Penn and Johnson’s characters to talk about. From relationships to how fleeting life can be, they’ll touch on everything and share an unlikely bond that is too random to explain and only people who have lived it know how it feels. The trailer also makes it clear that the movie will put some emphasis on how our little screens have been preventing us from having real experiences. In Daddio’s case, its simple structure might be by design, since the point of the movie is to challenge you to pay attention and actually listen to what’s being discussed on screen. 'Daddio' Director Talked All About The Movie With Collider Daddio is written and directed by Christy Hall, who previously created the Netflix series I Am Not Okay With This. Daddio marks a feature film directing debut for Hall. The director called her movie “a love letter to the power of human connection,” and talked about it with Collider back at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2023. During the interview, she stated: “The spirit of this film is an exploration of what could happen if we really decided to, yeah, put our phone down and actually engage with the world. ‘Cause if you talk to someone long enough, they will reveal their humanity to you. And I think that that reminds us that we’re all very infinitely connected, and I think that’s kind of the medicine that we need right now.” Daddio premieres in theaters on June 28. You can watch the trailer above. Dakota Johnson (“The Lost Daughter”) and Sean Penn (“Mystic River”) are set to star in the upcoming single-setting drama “Daddio,” written and directed by Christy Hall in her feature-length directorial debut. The new cab ride film envisioned initially as a stage play, will hit the big screen on June 28, and Sony Pictures Classics has released a trailer for “Daddio,” giving audiences a better idea of what to expect from the pic that previously debuted at Telluride Film Festival and Toronto International Film Festival last year. The story of “Daddio” is simple but seemingly effective: a woman (Johnson) gets in the back of a cab at JFK airport, and she and the cab driver (Penn) get into a long, thoughtful, philosophical, and challenging conversation as she takes the long ride back home. READ MORE: ‘Daddio’ Review: Dakota Johnson & Sean Penn Shine in Christy Hall’s Schematic But Affecting Drama [TIFF] Here is how Sony’s official logline describes the new film: “Daddio” celebrates the power found in those rare moments of pure human connection, even with an unlikely person. This highly contained yet kinetic character study—encapsulated in one single cab ride—explores the complexities inherent to the secrets we keep, particularly the ones locked away on our phones. It’s about truth and illusion, how we so effortlessly substitute one for the other out of survival. It’s about the hurtful memories of childhood and how past trauma can manifest itself in the most profound ways. It’s about the dance between the pain and poetry that is the human experience. “Because she is our generation of women who are still approaching these men in a nonjudgmental way because it’s fascinating. We’re not threatened by it,” “Daddio” producer Ro Donnelly recently told IndieWire about why the film, relying on dialogue and the two leads’ charms, works. “And that reveals her power, the fact that she holds her own. She really is reflective of all the women who made this movie; she’s our girl. And we like that she’s so curious and almost tickled by [him], especially when he’s saying crazy shit. She’s like, ‘Oh, really?’ She goes head-to-head with him. And that’s what we love about her is: she’s not afraid. She’s not afraid to really fucking go for it.” The Playlist reviewed “Daddio” when it screened at the Toronto International Film Festival back in 2023, and you can read our impressions of the pic right here, which referred to some highlights, such as the characters’ connection being “genuine” and hailing the cinematography from Phedon Papamichael.

DESCENDANTS_ THE RISE OF RED Trailer (2024) Malia Baker, Kylie Cantrall DESCENDANTS: THE RISE OF RED Trailer (2024) Malia Baker, Kylie Cantrall, Rita Ora © 2024 - Disney Descendants: The Rise of Red debuted a new music video starring China Anne McClain and Kylie Cantrall. "What's My Name (Red Version)" sees the two performers revisiting a Descendants 2 favorite. (Along with a sly little nod to mega-star Taylor Swift's penchant for retooling her existing songs during the lead-up to The Eras Tour.) Uma is the daughter of Ursula and Kylie Cantrall's Red is the daughter of the Queen of Hearts. The newest VK, or Villain Kid, is ready to show the world what they've got. Check out the video down below! Fans can look forward to seven new original songs in Descendants: The Rise of Red. Recently, Disney released a teaser trailer that got people excited for the latest entry in the popular franchise. In that soundtrack are two reprises and a cover of "So This Is Love." There's going to be some serious Descendants mania going on all over social media when The Rise of Red premieres. Descendants: The Rise of Red Original Soundtrack Track Listing descendants-rise-red-teaser-trailer.jpg (Photo: Disney+) "Red" Performed by Kylie Cantrall and Alex Boniello "So This Is Love" Performed by Brandy and Paolo Montalban "Love Ain't It" Performed by Rita Ora, Kylie Cantrall, Brandy and Malia Baker "What's My Name (Red Version)" Performed by China Anne McClain and Kylie Cantrall "Fight of Our Lives" Performed by Kylie Cantrall and Malia Baker "Life Is Sweeter" Performed by Descendants – Cast "Perfect Revenge" Performed by Dara Reneé, Anthony Pyatt, Joshua Colley, Mars and Peder Lindell "Shuffle of Love" Performed by Ruby Rose Turner "Get Your Hands Dirty" Performed by Malia Baker and Morgan Dudley "Life Is Sweeter (Reprise)" Performed by Rita Ora and Kylie Cantrall "Life Is Sweeter (Remix)" Performed by Descendants – Cast "Bad Reputation" Performed by Kylie Cantrall "Descendants: The Rise of Red Score Suite" Performed and Composed by Torin Borrowdale What Is Descendants: The Rise Of Red About? descendants-rise-of-red-disney-plus.jpg (Photo: Disney) Disney has a synopsis for the new movie: "Descendants: The Rise of Red follows Red, the rebellious daughter of the Queen of Hearts, and Chloe, Cinderella's perfectionist daughter. When the tyrannical Queen of Hearts incites a coup against Auradon, polar opposites Red and Chloe must join forces and travel back in time to undo the traumatic event that set Red's mother down her villainous path." "In addition to Malia Baker, who plays Chloe, the daughter of Cinderella and King Charming, the film stars a new ensemble of VKs and legacy characters, including Brandy as Cinderella, Rita Ora as the Queen of Hearts, Dara Reneé as Uliana, Ruby Rose Turner as Bridget/Young Queen of Hearts, Morgan Dudley as Ella/Young Cinderella, Joshua Colley as Young Hook, Peder Lindell as Morgie, Grace Narducci as Fay/Young Fairy Godmother, Jeremy Swift as Principal Merlin, Paolo Montalban as King Charming, and Leonardo Nam as Maddox Hatter. China Anne McClain is back as fan-favorite Uma and the new principal at Auradon Prep. Melanie Paxson also reprises her role as Fairy Godmother." Are you excited about Descendants: The Rise of Red? Catch all of our pop culture discussion at @ComicBook on social media! “Descendants: The Rise of Red” is set for a July 12 premiere, as revealed in a new teaser. The Disney+ film stars Kylie Cantrall as Red, princess of the hostile kingdom of Wonderland and the newest Villain Kid (aka VK) at Auradon Prep. When her mother, the tyrannical Queen of Hearts (Rita Ora), incites a coup against Auradon, Red must join forces with Chloe (Cinderella and King Charming’s daughter played by Malia Baker) to travel back in time and undo the traumatic event that set the queen down her villainous path. In the teaser, Red sprays the school halls with graffiti hearts before introducing herself to Chloe, who is stunned to learn that Red is her new roommate. In addition to Cantrall, Baker and Ora, the film stars Brandy as Cinderella, Dara Reneé as Uliana, Ruby Rose Turner as Bridget/Young Queen of Hearts, Morgan Dudley as Ella/Young Cinderella, Joshua Colley as Young Hook, Peder Lindell as Morgie, Grace Narducci as Fay/Young Fairy Godmother, Jeremy Swift as Principal Merlin, Paolo Montalban as King Charming and Leonardo Nam as Maddox Hatter. China Anne McClain reprises her role as Uma, Ursula’s daughter and the headmaster of Auradon, while Melanie Paxson returns as Fairy Godmother. Popular on Variety “Descendants: The Rise of Red” features seven new original songs, two reprises and a cover of “So This Is Love” from “Cinderella,” with a soundtrack album debuting on the same day as the film. Jennifer Phang directs the film from a script by Dan Frey and Russell Sommer. Suzanne Todd and Gary Marsh executive produce, while Phang and Mahita P. Simpson serve as co-executive producers and Wendy S. Williams serves as producer. Ashley Wallen choreographs with a score by Torin Borrowdale. The production design is by Mark Hofeling, with Declan Quinn serving as the director of photography. Katie Ennis is the editor. Costume design is by Julia Caston and Emilio Sosa. See the teaser below. It's time for the next generation of Villain Kids to take over in Descendants: The Rise of Red. Entertainment Weekly has your exclusive first look at the new stars of the musical film franchise about the children of iconic Disney characters. Kylie Cantrall plays Auradon’s newest VK named Red, a.k.a. the daughter of the Queen of Hearts (Rita Ora) and rebellious princess of the hostile kingdom of Wonderland. Malia Baker plays Chloe, the perfectionist daughter of Cinderella (Brandy) and King Charming (Paolo Montalban). The polar opposites are forced to work together when the tyrannical Queen of Hearts incites a coup against Auradon, and Red and Chloe travel back in time to undo the traumatic event that set Red’s mother down her villainous path. Check out EW's first look at Chloe and Red below: Descendants: Rise of Red 'Descendants: The Rise of Red' stars Malia Baker and Kylie Cantrall. DISNEY/KWAKU ALSTON Cantrall and Baker tell EW that they were both fans of the original Descendants trilogy, so debuting a new story in the fan-favorite franchise has been "surreal." "I’m constantly thinking back to my nine-year-old self who was standing in front of the TV hitting the rewind button a hundred times, breaking a sweat trying to learn the 'Rotten to the Core' choreography from the first Descendants film," Cantrall says. "I seriously wanted nothing more than to be a VK. Descendants had such an impact on me as a kid and that’s probably what makes me the most excited about being a part of this next story. Now Red's getting the chance to inspire the next generation of VK's." "Having the opportunity to become a part of it made my 10-year-old self soar," Baker says. "I feel so honored to have a part in adding to these stories, knowing how much of an impact they made on me in my childhood. It's a blessing being able to introduce new generations to these iconic characters!" Baker says that the first time she put on Chloe's costume was "the first time this whole thing felt real to me," but hearing references of their characters becoming dolls or Halloween costumes is "really hard to envision because it seems like such a dream. Putting on those sparkly army boots and blue wig made it all this crazy reality which I am so grateful for." Descendants: Rise of Red 'Descendants: The Rise of Red' star Malia Baker. DISNEY/KWAKU ALSTON When Cantrall suited up as Red for the first time, she says it was like one of those "'looking for the perfect outfit' montages in all rom-com movies where the lead walks out of the dressing room with the final option and all of her friends go, 'OMG! Wow, that’s it ... that’s the one!'" "That’s the way I remember it," she adds. "I think that sounds better than talking about the many mock-up versions where I walked out of the dressing room and said, 'The jacket is still too tight because all the buttons popped off when I tried to tie on my boots.'" Descendants: Rise of Red 'Descendants: The Rise of Red' star Kylie Cantrall. DISNEY/KWAKU ALSTON Baker and Cantrall can't wait for fans of the original Descendants movies to see the musical numbers in their follow-up film. "And I’m not just talking about the singing and dancing but the way the choreographers incorporated parkour, acrobatics, sword fighting, and a whole lot of other 'don't try this at home' stunts!" Cantrall says. "It takes the idea of a musical to a whole other level. But then again, pushing the boundaries, well, that’s just what VK’s do." Baker adds that she's also very excited for fans to see her "brilliant mother" Brandy reprise her role from the 1997 classic Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella. "My jaw dropped the first time I saw her at the castle we shot at," Baker says. "It was such an honor playing her daughter and getting to see the blue hair that runs in the family." Disney+'s original movie Descendants: The Rise of Red also stars China Anne McClain, Melanie Paxson, Dara Reneé, Jeremy Swift, Leonardo Nam, Ruby Rose Turner, Morgan Dudley, and Joshua Colley. Confirmed in the first trailer, which dropped Tuesday, the film will premiere Friday, July 12 on Disney+ with an encore on Friday, Aug. 9, at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on Disney Channel. Watch the trailer above. This article has been updated with the trailer and premiere date. Want more movie news? 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I USED TO BE FUNNY Trailer (2024) Rachel Sennott I USED TO BE FUNNY Trailer (2024) Rachel Sennott © 2024 - Utopia "I'm worried that you're still not leaving the house." "I showered today…" Utopia has revealed the official trailer for an indie dark comedy titled I Used to be Funny, the feature directorial debut of filmmaker Ally Pankiw. This premiered at last year's SXSW Film Festival and played at the Woodstock, Nashville, Calgary, and Stockholm Film Festivals as well. The film is about Sam, a stand-up comedian struggling with PTSD, who weighs whether or not to join the search for a missing teenage girl she used to nanny. "Writer / director Ally Pankiw's debut feature is both funny and heartbreaking in its honest and refreshing look at trauma and recovery, and how they affect the relationships and communities that shape us." Starring Rachel Sennott as Sam, with Olga Pesta, Jason Jones, Sabrina Jalees, Caleb Hearon, and Ennis Esmer. This seems a bit odd and off-beat, due to the weight of all these emotions it's trying to address in this story. Have a look. Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for Ally Pankiw's I Used to be Funny, direct from YouTube: I Used to be Funny Poster I Used To Be Funny is a dark dramedy that follows Sam Cowell (Rachel Sennott), an aspiring stand-up comedian and au pair struggling with PTSD, as she decides whether or not to join the search for Brooke (Olga Petsa), a missing teenage girl she used to nanny. The story exists between the present, where Sam tries to recover from her trauma and get back on stage, and the past, where memories of Brooke make it harder and harder to ignore the troubled teen’s sudden disappearance. I Used to be Funny is written and directed by American indie filmmaker Ally Pankiw, making her feature directorial debut after many other short films and music videos previously. Produced by Jason Aita, Breann Smordin, and James Weyman. This initially premiered at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival last year. Utopia will debut Pankiw's I Used to be Funny in select US theaters on June 7th, 2024, then on VOD starting June 18th this summer. Intrigued? To paraphrase dear Hannah Horvath from “Girls,” Rachel Sennott may not be the voice of her generation, but she certainly is a voice of a generation. And oh, what a voice. Smart, vulnerable, slightly neurotic, frequently ironic, always compelling. It’s a delicious style of comedy honed on Twitter, Instagram and other platforms, where the 27-year-old Sennott first developed a following with her wry observations on dating and personal finance. Then crystalized in starring roles in “Shiva Baby” (a masterclass in awkward humor) and the horror film “Bodies Bodies Bodies” (surprisingly amusing despite the gore). But with the one-two punch of “Bottoms” and “I Used to Be Funny,” both of which premiered at this year’s SXSW, Sennott has further demonstrated how rich and malleable her comic persona can be. “I’m guided by my gut,” Sennott says of her process for choosing projects. “When I’m reading something and I’m saying the words out loud to myself, that’s the sign I’m excited. I’m already thinking about how I’m going to say a line or thinking ‘Oh, I can wear, like, a weird shoe if I play this role.”‘ Popular on Variety In “Bottoms,” Sennott goes back to high school for a queer take on the classic sex comedy. She co-stars with “The Bear” breakout Ayo Edebiri as lesbian best friends who launch an all-female fight club. Sennott, who co-wrote the screenplay with her “Shiva Baby” collaborator Emma Seligman, said it was a chance to put a female spin on raunchy movies like “American Pie” and “Superbad.” “It changes the way the characters fulfill their goal,” Sennott says of having women take the helm. “The characters in the movie use feminism to their advantage. But we didn’t just want to copy another movie that’s already great and just put girls in it. We wanted to update it and make it personal to ourselves.” That meant encouraging improvisation on set, and tapping back into the intense feelings of adolescence that make high school such a minefield. “When you’re in high school and you’re living in that world, it’s just kind of a microcosm,” says Sennott. “I remember how heightened everything was. It was just, like, ‘this is all that matters.’ Everything that’s important is the 3,000 people who live in this town. That’s it, and no one else exists. That’s how high the stakes feel.” “Bottoms” is campy fun. In contrast, “I Used to Be Funny” is a much darker story, one that uses humor as shield against inner turmoil. Here, Sennott is Sam, an aspiring stand-up comedian struggling with PTSD from a sexual assault she experienced. When the teenager she used to nanny disappears, Sam struggles to decide whether or not to get involved in the search. It’s a tightrope of a performance, perhaps the most nuanced that Sennott has ever given, and one on which this character study rises and falls. “I personally connected to the material,” says Sennott. “Most women have had some sort of negative sexual experience. I’ve known so many women and friends who have experienced stuff like this.” And Sennott appreciated how “I Used to be Funny’s” writer and director Ally Pankiw told Sam’s story. “She wrote about trauma in a very real way that we don’t always get to see in movies,” she says. “It can be very slow burning and long lasting. It’s a thing that has ups and downs.” In the movie, Sam’s jokes have an edge to them, but they are still very funny. But it’s a humor that emerges out of a deep sense of pain. Sennott says that tracks, too. “I felt like I was always at my best in standup when I was really depressed,” she says. “Even if I said them later on when I was feeling better, I’d think something’s missing. What was so exciting about getting to play Sam was digging into that place where you have to use humor and laugh at something because you’re in such pain. It eases the harshness to joke about it. It’s like, ‘I went through hell, but now I have two really fucked up jokes that I love telling.’ So there’s a silver lining to this whole miserable experience.” Is anyone’s star rising faster right now than Rachel Sennott‘s? Thanks to the success of “Shiva Baby” and “Bottoms,” the comedic actress is attached to several buzzy projects, including “SNL 1975” and Mimi Cave‘s sophomore feature “Holland, Michigan.” But before those, Sennott stars in what could be a star-making vehicle for her, or at least a movie that showcases her singular range and versatility. READ MORE: The 100 Most Anticipated Films Of 2024 And that film would be Ally Pankiw‘s “I Used To Be Funny.” Known for her TV directing for shows like “The Great” and “Black Mirror,” Pankiw’s feature directorial debut allows Sennott to flex her comedic and dramatic muscles in a way only the actress can. Sennott stars in the film as Sam, an aspiring stand-up comic struggling with PTSD after a sexual assault whose life gets turned even further upside down when a teen she used to nanny disappears. Toggling between past and present, “I Used To Be Funny” sees Sam wrestle with her demons as she tries to both reclaim her comedic voice and join the search for a girl she used to know. Along with Sennott, “I Used To Be Funny” also stars Olga Pesta, Jason Jones, Sabrina Jalees, Caleb Hearon, Ennis Esmer, and Dani Kind. Pankiw writes and directs the film, with Jason Aita, Breann Smordin, and James Weyman producing. “I Used To Be Funny” premiered at SXSW last year to rave reviews, and it also screened at the Inside Out Film And Video Festival and the Woodstock Film Festival. The Playlist’s review of the film out of SXSW praised Sennott’s role, stating, “it’s a wonderful performance, so good that it pulls the picture around it through its rougher patches.” Read our full review of “I Used To Be Funny” here. So will “I Used To Be Funny” be another role that puts Rachel Sennott even further in the limelight? Or will Pankiw’s feature debut be more like Sam Levinson‘s “The Idol,” a project involving Sennott that the actress would rather forget. Find out when “I Used To Be Funny” hits theaters in NYC on June 7, LA on June 14, and on Digital on June 18. Watch the trailer for the film below.