Russell Crowe: Why I’m jealous of Paul Mescal’s ‘Gladiator’ sequel

Russell Crowe: Why I’m jealous of Paul Mescal’s ‘Gladiator’ sequel

Are you not entertained, Russell? Russell Crowe has revealed why he’s “jealous” that he won’t be stepping back into the arena for Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator” sequel. The 59-year-old actor — who shot to global fame playing Maximus Decimus Meridius in the original film — made the revelation while promoting his upcoming horror movie “The Pope’s Exorcist” … Read more

‘Bad ass’ Jonathan Majors steals ‘Ant-Man’ sequel: advance reviews

‘Bad ass’ Jonathan Majors steals ‘Ant-Man’ sequel: advance reviews

The Marvel Cinematic Universe kicks off another round of super-villain-bashing fun with the upcoming release of “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.” The film is the first in MCU’s Phase 5 group of films, dubbed the “Secret Wars,” with several new releases planned between 2024 and 2025. Reviews are already rolling in ahead of the premiere … Read more

Will Smith and Martin Lawrence reuniting for ‘Bad Boys’ sequel

Will Smith and Martin Lawrence reuniting for ‘Bad Boys’ sequel

Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are reteaming for a fourth “Bad Boys” movie, in one of Smith’s most high-profile new projects since the slap. Sony Pictures announced Tuesday that the untitled “Bad Boys” sequel is in early pre-production. In a video posted on Instagram, Smith filmed himself driving to Lawrence’s house. Embracing at the door, Smith exclaims, … Read more

Tara Reid: ‘Powerful’ Jennifer Coolidge should push for ‘American Pie’ sequel

Tara Reid: ‘Powerful’ Jennifer Coolidge should push for ‘American Pie’ sequel

Now an icon, forever a MILF. Jennifer Coolidge hasn’t reprised her role as Stifler’s mom since 2012, but her “American Pie” co-star Tara Reid is hoping “The White Lotus” star isn’t done yet. “First of all, I’m so proud and happy for Jennifer Coolidge, who’s probably one of the coolest women and people in the … Read more

Sigourney Weaver, 73, reveals how she trained to play a teen in ‘Avatar’ sequel

Sigourney Weaver, 73, reveals how she trained to play a teen in ‘Avatar’ sequel

Don’t call Sigourney Weaver an old lady. In fact, the “Alien” actress turned back the clock 59 years to play 14-year-old Kiri in the long-awaited sequel “Avatar: The Way of Water.” To convincingly portray a teenager — through the wonders of motion-capture technology — Weaver, 73, sat in on classes at New York’s famed LaGuardia … Read more

Kate Winslet thought she ‘died’ while filming ‘Avatar’ sequel

Kate Winslet thought she ‘died’ while filming ‘Avatar’ sequel

Kate Winslet broke Hollywood records while filming “Avatar: The Way of Water” — and thought she died while doing it. The 47-year-old actress deprived herself of air for all of seven minutes and 15 seconds, beating actor Tom Cruise’s best time of six minutes while on the set of “Mission: Impossible — Rogue Nation” in … Read more

‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ review: The ingenious sequel we’ve been waiting for

‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ review: The ingenious sequel we’ve been waiting for

Who ever thought that a 10-foot-tall blue alien would be such a sight for sore eyes? But the moment we reencounter Jake Sully and his Na’vi companions, the 13 years that have passed since James Cameron’s brilliant “Avatar” first hit theaters in 2009 fade away like the best kind of friendly reunions.  That’s because the … Read more

‘Joker’ director Todd Phillips reveals first look at Joaquin Phoenix in film sequel

‘Joker’ director Todd Phillips reveals first look at Joaquin Phoenix in film sequel

This is no laughing matter. The director of the upcoming film “Joker: Folie à Deux” revealed a first look at Joaquin Phoenix’s return as Arthur Fleck Saturday through an Instagram post. “Day 1. Our boy. #joker,” wrote Phillips in a simple caption of Phoenix having a shave. Not much is known about the upcoming film since … Read more

Josh Lucas ‘campaigned’ Reese Witherspoon to return for ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ sequel

Josh Lucas ‘campaigned’ Reese Witherspoon to return for ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ sequel

Josh Lucas wants Reese Witherspoon to return where the skies are so blue. Lucas said Thursday that he is ready to return for a potential sequel to the 2002 hit “Sweet Home Alabama” provided that his co-star Reese Witherspoon is open to returning as well, exclusively reports Entertainment Tonight. “I would love to. I’ve campaigned … Read more

Nancy Meyers responds to ‘The Holiday’ sequel rumors: ‘So many DM’s about this’

Nancy Meyers responds to ‘The Holiday’ sequel rumors: ‘So many DM’s about this’

Fans of the 2006 film “The Holiday” were excited when rumors started flying about a sequel — but Nancy Meyers has officially shut them down. “So many DM’s about this — sorry but it’s not true,” the 72-year-old director confirmed on Instagram. It was reported Monday that the film was set for a sequel with … Read more

The sequel series to ‘80s fantasy fave ‘Willow’ is finally here

The sequel series to ‘80s fantasy fave ‘Willow’ is finally here

Ron Howard’s “Willow” is the latest retro title up for a revisit, and not a moment too soon for fans who’ve spent decades clamoring for a sequel. The 1988 original was part of a spate of fantasy films of its time, including “Legend,” “The Last Unicorn,” “Ladyhawke,” “The Neverending Story,” “Labyrinth,” and “The Dark Crystal.”  … Read more

‘Glass Onion’ sharpens the ‘Knives Out’ formula in a polished Netflix sequel | CNN

‘Glass Onion’ sharpens the ‘Knives Out’ formula in a polished Netflix sequel | CNN

CNN  —  Rising to the challenge of matching its successful predecessor, “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” maintains the razor-sharp formula, with a setup that feels even more conspicuously like an Agatha Christie homage before an extremely clever series of twists kick in. Writer-director Rian Johnson again assembles a solid cast behind Daniel Craig, but … Read more

‘Disenchanted’ review: Disney’s ‘Enchanted’ sequel is a lousy fairy fail

‘Disenchanted’ review: Disney’s ‘Enchanted’ sequel is a lousy fairy fail

The one funny moment of “Disenchanted,” the totally unnecessary Disney+ sequel to 2007’s infinitely better NYC-set “Enchanted,” comes right at the beginning. “It turns out New York wasn’t Giselle’s fairy tale after all,” a narrator says. Thousands of new Floridians will fall over laughing. movie review Running time: 121 minutes. Rated PG (mild peril and … Read more

Lindsay Lohan tells Jimmy Fallon she would do a Freaky Friday sequel

Lindsay Lohan tells Jimmy Fallon she would do a Freaky Friday sequel

Actress Lindsay Lohan hinted at a potential Freaky Friday sequel during Saturday’s episode of “The Tonight Show” with Jimmy Fallon. Fallon asked Lohan about a follow-up to the 2003 film, which also starred Jamie Lee Curtis. “We would both be into it,” Lohan said. Curtis already showed interest in filming, telling Entertainment Tonight that she … Read more

‘A Christmas Story’ sequel trailer shows Ralphie’s emotional return

‘A Christmas Story’ sequel trailer shows Ralphie’s emotional return

You’ll cry your eyes out. HBO Max dropped the full trailer for “A Christmas Story Christmas,” which stars Peter Billingsley, on Tuesday, just in time for the holiday season. While there are no fluffy pink bunny pajamas or rifles featured in the trailer, viewers are given the gift of Billingsley reprising his iconic role of … Read more

‘The Flash’ sequel already written despite Ezra Miller drama: report

‘The Flash’ sequel already written despite Ezra Miller drama: report

“The Flash” — led by the controversial Ezra Miller — has yet to be released for audiences to decide if it’s a blockbuster or a flop. Nevertheless, The Hollywood Reporter is reporting a sequel has already been written in case the film — due out June 23, 2023 — turns out to be a hit. … Read more

‘Twister’ sequel is in the works two decades after 1996 blockbuster

‘Twister’ sequel is in the works two decades after 1996 blockbuster

Hold on to your hats! “Twister” is finally getting a sequel. A follow-up to the 1996 storm-chasing blockbuster, which will be titled “Twisters,” is in the works, according to Deadline. Steven Spielberg reportedly “flipped” for the script, written by “The Revenant” screenwriter Mark L. Smith. The original film starred Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton, who … Read more

Adult Ralphie returns in ‘A Christmas Story’ sequel teaser

Adult Ralphie returns in ‘A Christmas Story’ sequel teaser

Oh, Fudge! Actor Peter Billingsley has returned to his “A Christmas Story” roots as his character Ralphie — almost 40 years later. Billingsley, 51, portrayed Ralphie Parker in the 1983 Christmas flick and the adult version is back for HBO Max’s sequel. The upcoming “A Christmas Story Christmas” drops on the streamer on Nov. 17, … Read more

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Stills Offer Another Look at the MCU Sequel

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Stills Offer Another Look at the MCU Sequel

Several new stills have now been released by Marvel Studios and offer another look at the ensemble cast of characters that will inhabit Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Following the release of the latest trailer, the images provide the latest look at the likes of returning characters Shuri, M’Baku, and Okoye, as well as the new … Read more

‘Frasier’ Sequel Starring Kelsey Grammer Picked Up To Series At Paramount+

‘Frasier’ Sequel Starring Kelsey Grammer Picked Up To Series At Paramount+

EXCLUSIVE: The long-in-the-works Frasier followup is finally a reality. Paramount+ has given a series greenlight to the multi-camera comedy, executive produced by Kelsey Grammer who is reprising his signature character, psychiatrist-turned-radio host Frasier Crane. As Deadline reported exclusively, Grammer in 2018 started fielding interest for a new Frasier series that would feature the title character … Read more