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Netflix co-CEO accuses James Cameron of spreading ‘misinformation’ about Warner Bros. acquisition

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Netflix co-CEO accuses James Cameron of spreading ‘misinformation’ about Warner Bros. acquisition

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos accused legendary director James Cameron of believing misinformation after Cameron criticized Netflix’s potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). “I’m particularly surprised and disappointed that James chose to be part of the Paramount disinformation campaign that’s been going on for months about this deal,” Sarandos said on “The Claman Countdown” Friday. … Read more

James Cameron moved his family to New Zealand because it’s ‘sane’ compared to ‘extremely polarized’ US

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James Cameron moved his family to New Zealand because it’s ‘sane’ compared to ‘extremely polarized’ US

James Cameron has revealed what led him and his family to leave the US for New Zealand. The “Titanic” director, 71, opened up about the surprising decision during a new episode of “In Depth with Graham Besinger” released on Wednesday. Cameron, who officially became a New Zealand citizen this past August, began by explaining how … Read more

A-lister dethrones Scarlett Johansson as highest-grossing actor of all time

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A-lister dethrones Scarlett Johansson as highest-grossing actor of all time

It’s the way of the box office. Zoe Saldaña officially became the highest-grossing actor of all time after the 2025 film “Avatar: Fire and Ash” was released in December. The third “Avatar” movie grossed $1.23 billion at the worldwide box office, per Box Office Mojo, which led the actress to dethrone Scarlett Johansson. Zoe Saldaña attends … Read more

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ still burning bright at box office

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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ still burning bright at box office

It’s still burning through the box office.   “Avatar: Fire and Ash” was in first place in theaters for the fourth Friday in a row, raking in $5.1 million on Jan. 9, according to The Numbers. The third installment in the James Cameron sci-fi franchise has already passed the $1 billion mark in global earnings. “Avatar: … Read more

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ still fired up on its 3rd week in theaters

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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ still fired up on its 3rd week in theaters

It’s unsinkable. “Titanic” director James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire and Ash” remains at the No. 1 spot in the box office for the third consecutive Friday, pulling in $14 million, according to The Numbers. The third installment in the sci-fi franchise is on track to take in $36 million this weekend, the strongest earning first weekend of a … Read more

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ still heating up the box office

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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ still heating up the box office

It’s still fired up. “Avatar: Fire and Ash” remains king of the box office, landing in the No. 1 spot for the second Friday in a row. The third installment in James Cameron’s “Avatar” franchise pulled in $22.6 million on its sophomore outing at the box office, according to The Numbers. “Avatar: Fire and Ash” is … Read more

Video: ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ | Anatomy of a Scene

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Video: ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ | Anatomy of a Scene

Hey, Jim Cameron here. I’m the director of “Avatar: Fire and Ash.” So this is Varang, played by Oona Chaplin. And she’s sharing with Quaritch, now that he’s in this altered state of consciousness, her backstory about how the volcano erupted. She doesn’t use the term “volcano.” She says the fire came from the mountain. … Read more

James Cameron breaks silence on Amy Poehler’s ‘ignorant dig’ at 2013 Golden Globes

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James Cameron breaks silence on Amy Poehler’s ‘ignorant dig’ at 2013 Golden Globes

Her “Judgment Day” finally came. Legendary director James Cameron is still bristling over a joke Amy Poehler made while co-hosting the 2013 Golden Globes — calling it an “ignorant dig” that missed the mark at his expense. Cameron, 71, said Poehler took things “too far” when she poked fun at his marriage to director Kathryn … Read more

‘Avatar’ director James Cameron slams the Oscars for snubbing sci-fi flicks — including ‘Dune’

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‘Avatar’ director James Cameron slams the Oscars for snubbing sci-fi flicks — including ‘Dune’

James Cameron is calling out the Academy Awards. “I don’t think about the Academy Awards that much,” the filmmaker, 71, told The Globe and Mail on Friday. “Intentionally, I don’t think about that at this point. I don’t try to make a movie to appeal to their sensibility… they don’t tend to honor films like ‘Avatar’ or films that … Read more

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ extinguished its box office competition

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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ extinguished its box office competition

Avatar’s latest sequel is on fire. “Avatar: Fire and Ash” extinguished its competition and was No. 1 in theaters on Friday during its opener, raking in $36.5 million, according to The Numbers. “Avatar: Fire and Ash” is the third installment in the James Cameron franchise. ©20th Century Studios/Courtesy Everett Collection The third installment in the “Avatar” … Read more

James Cameron reveals if Arnold Schwarzenegger will return for another ‘Terminator’ film

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James Cameron reveals if Arnold Schwarzenegger will return for another ‘Terminator’ film

Arnold Schwarzenegger is saying hasta la vista, baby, to the “Terminator” movies. After starring in almost all of the films in the franchise since the titular project in 1984, the actor, 78, won’t be returning for the next installment. “I can safely say he won’t be [in it],” co-creator James Cameron told The Hollywood Reporter. … Read more

Exclusive | Will ‘Avatar’ become a 7-film saga? James Cameron ‘always has something up his sleeve’

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Exclusive | Will ‘Avatar’ become a 7-film saga? James Cameron ‘always has something up his sleeve’

James Cameron may already be deep into “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” but that doesn’t mean he’s done dreaming up what comes next. Oscar-winning costume designer Deborah Scott, who has worked closely with Cameron across multiple projects, has revealed that the famed filmmaker is always thinking several steps ahead – even if a seven-film “Avatar” saga … Read more

James Cameron disputes Matt Damon’s claim he offered him ‘Avatar’ role

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James Cameron disputes Matt Damon’s claim he offered him ‘Avatar’ role

James Cameron is setting the record straight. The filmmaker, 71, is refuting Matt Damon’s claims that the actor was offered a role in the “Avatar” franchise, which ultimately went to Sam Worthington. “He was never offered the part,” Cameron told The Hollywood Reporter. “I can’t remember if I sent him the script or not. I … Read more

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ review: Even the weakest of James Cameron’s trio is still breathtaking

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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ review: Even the weakest of James Cameron’s trio is still breathtaking

movie review AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH Running time: 195 minutes. Rated PG-13 (Bloody Images, action, intense sequences of Violence, some strong language). In Dec. 19. It’s easy to take Pandora for granted.  Moviegoers have now made three trips to director James Cameron’s stunning alien planet, and have scaled the flying mountains, hiked among the bioluminescent … Read more

‘Titanic’ producer Jon Landau reveals new details about film’s production nightmares in posthumous memoir

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‘Titanic’ producer Jon Landau reveals new details about film’s production nightmares in posthumous memoir

The late Jon Landau is sharing a behind the scenes look at making the 1997 James Cameron film, “Titanic.” In a new posthumous memoir, “The Bigger Picture,” which hits shelves on November 4th, an excerpt shared with The Hollywood Reporter on Tuesday sheds light into the “challenging” process. While production was happening, there were rumblings … Read more

Matthew McConaughey lost ‘Titanic’ lead role over refusing to do James Cameron’s simple request

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Matthew McConaughey lost ‘Titanic’ lead role over refusing to do James Cameron’s simple request

Iceberg ahead, alright, alright, alright. Matthew McConaughey, 55, almost landed the role of Jack Dawson in James Cameron’s 1997 film “Titanic,” but lost out due to his Southern drawl. In a new posthumous memoir, “The Bigger Picture” by Jon Landau, the late producer detailed the casting in depth. Leonardo DiCaprio as Jack Dawson and Kate Winslet … Read more

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ trailer unveiled: New sequel features freaky new villain, Na’vi civil war

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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ trailer unveiled: New sequel features freaky new villain, Na’vi civil war

The giant blue aliens are back. And this time, they’re battling a sexy, non-human baddie. The first trailer for “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” the third chapter in director James Cameron’s 16-year-old science-fiction franchise that hits theaters Dec. 19, was unveiled to the press on Monday at Disney’s offices in New York and LA. Neytiri is … Read more

New book reveals chilling accounts of Titanic captain’s last moments on sinking ship

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New book reveals chilling accounts of Titanic captain’s last moments on sinking ship

He claimed that they were telling a Titanic lie. While Titanic Captain Edward John Smith’s official cause of death remains one of history’s enduring mysteries, author Dan E. Parkes has thrown cold water on theories that he took his own life, claiming these rumors unfairly tarnished his legacy. He made these bombshell claims in the book … Read more

‘SNL’ star Bill Hader confesses why ‘Titanic’ got him fired from a job

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‘SNL’ star Bill Hader confesses why ‘Titanic’ got him fired from a job

He was let go, Rose.  Bill Hader has revealed the hilarious reason the movie “Titanic” got him fired from a job.  The “SNL” alum, 46, divulged the story during an appearance Wednesday on Netflix’s “Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney.” The episode was devoted to sharing stories about getting fired, and Hader, it turns out, was … Read more

‘Alien: Romulus’ review: Franchise’s best sequel in years

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‘Alien: Romulus’ review: Franchise’s best sequel in years

movie review ALIEN: ROMULUS Running time: 119 minutes. Rated R (bloody violent content and language). In theaters. Nothing can kill the aliens. Not even six decent-to-awful movies.  And for the first time in years, I applaud the xenomorph’s deadly resilience in the face of Hollywood hackery. The acid-blooded menaces are back for the ninth time … Read more