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Wednesday Season 2 Brings Bloodier Mysteries, Jenna Ortega’s Darkest Turn

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  Info in Movie News | Wednesday Addams is back at Nevermore Academy, and no, she’s not thrilled about it. With new enemies lurking, a stalker sending cryptic threats, and her name now plastered all over campus like some reluctant rockstar, Wednesday’s sophomore year is shaping up to be even stranger than the last. According to The Guardian, Season 2 opens with a flash of chaos. After saving Nevermore from the undead pilgrim Joseph Crackstone in Season 1, Wednesday has earned a cult-like following among her peers. However, the goth queen of gloom is rather unimpressed. However, the goth queen of gloom is not satisfied. “I liked it better when I was feared and hated,” she grumbles, while her peers gather around her, begging for autographs. But there’s no time for admiration, or personal space. Within minutes of the first episode, we’re introduced to a fresh villain, the Kansas City Scalper. He’s a doll-collecting, serial-killing dog groomer in a velour tracksuit played with greasy ...

Gareth Evans Revisits The Raid 3 Idea After Reunion with Iko Uwais

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  Info in Movie News | The Raid franchise might have gone quiet for a while, but according to Gareth Evans, the story isn’t over just yet. The filmmaker behind the groundbreaking martial arts thrillers says there’s still a spark of hope for The Raid 3, it just hasn’t caught fire yet. According to Entertainment Weekly, Evans shared that although he once had a concrete plan for the third movie, the idea was eventually shelved as time passed and other commitments took over. “I had this concept that was supposed to happen right after the end of The Raid 2,” Evans explained. “It literally picked up just minutes later, but then I got busy with other projects, and so much time passed that it no longer felt like the right story to tell.” At that point, he figured it was best to move on. With The Raid 2 ending on a strong note, he didn’t feel pressure to force a follow-up just for the sake of it. But all of that changed during a trip back to Indonesia in 2022. While visiting for the summer...

Dwayne Johnson Transforms for A24’s The Smashing Machine Biopic Role

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  Info in Movie News | After years of headlining summer blockbusters and action-packed adventures, Dwayne Johnson is taking a bold new step in his career. In The Smashing Machine, a new A24 drama directed by Benny Safdie, Johnson plays real-life MMA legend Mark Kerr, and the first trailer already has fans and critics buzzing about his unrecognizable transformation. According to Collider, Johnson has taken this role extremely seriously, both physically and emotionally. He steps into the life of Kerr, a dominant force in early MMA who found fame in the UFC and Japan’s PRIDE, while privately struggling with addiction and personal chaos. The role gives Johnson a chance to show sides of himself audiences haven’t seen, vulnerability, rage, and raw emotion. This project reunites Johnson with Emily Blunt, who plays Kerr’s then-wife, Dawn Staples. But unlike their previous lighthearted pairing in Jungle Cruise, the tone here is intense and dramatic. The cast additionally has Lyndsey Gavin,...

Tom Hardy’s Havoc Tops Netflix Charts but Viewers Are Not Impressed

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  Info in Movie News | Tom Hardy is back in the spotlight with his latest action movie Havoc, now streaming on Netflix . Released with little fanfare, the movie quickly climbed to the number one spot on the platform. Havoc contains Hardy in the role of a worn-out sleuth compelled by circumstances to enter the realm of the underworld in order to save a politician’s son. With the help of a great cast and a dark atmosphere, the movie looked like a potential box office hit. There was a twist in the story which no one anticipated. Havoc received a positive initial response from critics with a 67 % approval on Rotten Tomatoes, only for audience scores to drop to a mere 42 % after a few days. The difference of opinion is typically not more than 25% and clearly illustrates a disagreement among the public for the movie. A significant portion of the viewers who had negative opinions complained that CGI was excessively used in the battle scene, making them believe that the movie was simply a...

Demon Slayer Mugen Train Returns to Theaters in 4K to Build Hype for Finale

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  Info in Movie News | Fans of Demon Slayer are in for a welcome surprise this spring. Despite the new season of the anime still being a couple of months away, Crunchyroll and Aniplex have decided to take it from the top, showing the movie that got many international fans into the anime. Demon Slayer: Mugen Train is going to be back at the theaters in the U.S. and Canada from May 14 in 4K definition, with one of the main episodes of the series turning the most emotional and thus accommodating the audience. According to Collider, the re-release in cinemas will have two versions available: the original Japanese audio with English subtitles and a full English dub. Tickets go on sale starting April 30. For longtime fans, this is a rare opportunity to see Rengoku’s legendary final stand in theaters again. For those who are new to the series, they've got just enough time to watch all the previous parts that have been released before the next big one comes out later this year. The movie ...

Heavenly Ever After Preview: Kim Hye Ja Bonds with Som Yi in Heaven

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  Info in Movie News | Heavens Ever After by JTBC is a drama that is being noticed for a specific interpretation of life after death. The series is approaching its 5th episode, with the plot still based on emotion. This is not just a question about what happens after a person dies; it is also about how love, pain, and memoirs will not completely vanish, and in some cases, they turn up in the most unforeseen forms. According to Soompi, Kim Hye Ja plays Lee Hae Sook, an 80-year-old woman who dies and reunites with her husband Go Nak Joon in the afterlife. But there’s a twist. In heaven, people can choose to appear in any form they want. Nak Joon (played by Son Suk Ku) returns to his 30-something self, while Hae Sook chooses to stay in her older body. The choice becomes a major emotional point between them. Fresh stills from the next episode show something unexpected. Hae Sook seems to be growing closer to Som Yi (played by Han Ji Min), a mysterious young woman who was the center of ...

Good Boy, JTBC Drama Starring Park Bo Gum Premieres May 31 With Intense Role

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  Info in Movie News | JTBC's new series Good Boy is in preparation to be one of the most thrilling Korean dramas this season, combining a cool action with the energy of youth and a new idea. With Park Bo Gum as the lead in the high character, the message being sent by this show is about young athletes who turned around their careers from being medalists to policement and tackling corruption head-on. According to Soompi, Good Boy follows a special police recruitment program where national medalists are brought in to serve as officers. Park Bo Gum plays Yoon Dong Joo, a former boxing champ who becomes a cop, unwilling to ignore injustice in a system full of dishonesty and manipulation. Park Bo Gum took his preparation seriously. He trained daily for over six months, with one hour of weight training followed by two hours of boxing. The effort paid off. In the teaser poster, he appears bloodied, bruised, and determined. The image captures a man ready to fight for something bigger tha...

Jung Kyung Ho Sees Ghosts in MBC’s Oh My Ghost Clients, Premieres May 30

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  Info in Movie News | K-drama fans, keep your eyes wide open because spine-chilling and interesting scenes are about to hit. MBC has something truly original and intriguing in the store called Oh My Ghost Clients, a blend of ghost stories, professional conflict, and a bit of humor. Only brave-hearts shouldn't miss the one who likes unordinary characters and stories. According to Soompi, this upcoming drama is written by Kim Bo Tong, the brilliant mind behind D.P., and directed by Yim Soon Rye, known for films like Little Forest and The Point Men. Together, they’re crafting a story that blends the harsh realities of working life with a supernatural twist. Leading the cast is Jung Kyung Ho, who plays Noh Moo Jin, a labor attorney with one strange skill, he can see ghosts. Moo Jin is broke, a little immature, and struggling to keep his law office afloat. While visiting a risky job site, he ends up signing a dangerous labor contract. That moment changes everything, as he suddenly fin...

Rami Malek’s The Amateur Quietly Becomes a Surprise Box Office Hit

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  Info in Movie News | While all the buzz lately has been around A Minecraft Movie and Sinners, a different kind of movie is making its own waves. The Amateur, starring Rami Malek, has been steadily climbing the box office charts without much noise. It is a reminder that thrillers aimed at mature audiences, like fans of Reacher and Bosch, still have a solid place in theaters. According to Collider, The Amateur has earned $33 million domestically and an additional $46 million internationally, pushing its global total to $80 million. Considering the movie's reported $60 million production budget, it would need to hit around $120 million worldwide to break even, which seems unlikely. Especially with The Accountant 2 entering theaters this week, competition is heating up. Still, for a movie like The Amateur, box office numbers are only part of the story. Its theatrical run sets the stage for long-term revenue across airlines, hotels, premium video on demand, and of course, streaming p...

DanDaDan: Evil Eye Hits Theaters Before Season 2 Premiere, Here’s What to Expect

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  Info in Movie News | Anime fans have a lot to look forward to this year as DanDaDan gears up for a major return. Instead of heading straight to streaming, the hit series is making a special stop in theaters first. Titled DanDaDan: Evil Eye, the compilation film will showcase the first three episodes of Season 2 and is set to premiere worldwide on June 6. The full new season will officially drop on July 3. According to Collider, the new Evil Eye trailer wastes no time and immediately introduces the season’s newest villain, The Avatar of Hatred. With a chilling design and a deadly third eye, this new enemy is not pulling any punches. Okarun (voiced by Natsuki Hanae in Japanese and A.J. Beckles in English) is the one stepping up to battle him head-on. Meanwhile, Momo (Shion Wakayama/Abby Trott) and Turbo Grandma (Mayumi Tanaka/Barbara Goodson) are stuck trying to survive a haunted mansion that they wandered into at the end of Season 1. The trailer also confirms that DanDaDan’s disti...

Julianne Moore Leads Netflix’s Sirens, A Sharp Dark Comedy Premiering May 2025

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  Info in Movie News | Julianne Moore is back to steal the spotlight in Sirens, Netflix’s latest limited series premiering May 22, 2025. Adapted from Molly Smith Metzler’s play Elemeno Pea, this five-episode series delivers a smart blend of dark humor, family drama, and social commentary. In Sirens, Moore takes on the role of Michaela Kell, a wealthily socialite who leads a perfect life on an exclusive island with her husband Peter Kell, who is played by Kevin Bacon. However, the truth is that underneath the picturesque exterior world of Michaela there is much manipulation and a lot of hidden motives. The plot follows Devon DeWitt (Meghann Fahy) as she returns to her family after finding out about her father's early diagnosis of dementia. When Devon catches up with her younger sister Simone (Milly Alcock), she notices how intense Simone's admiration for her employer, Michaela is. The situation gets tense and when Devon is put in a position to act, she realizes that rescuing he...

Weak Hero Class 2: Yeon Si Eun Faces Darker Battles at Eunjang High

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  I nfo in Movie News | The Korean drama Weak Hero Class 2 is finally set to premiere on April 25, 2025, on Netflix. After the intense and emotional success of the first season, the sequel will explore a new, darker side of Yeon Si Eun (Park Ji Hoon), the smart student who once appeared fragile but carries a fierce determination. His journey is even more difficult and dangerous this time. Weak Hero Class 2, as per the information given by Soompi, tells the story after the sad events that took place at Si Eun's previous school, which really damaged him. Now that he has moved to Eunjang High, a school that is equally violent, the change in environment is very tough for him to go through and he is still suffering from his old haunting experiences. Although he once wished for a peaceful life as a voluntary outsider, life forces him back into a world of violence. Newly released stills from Netflix’s Tudum show a striking change in Yeon Si Eun's aura. Now donning the Eunjang High un...

Hideo Kojima Mantion Margaret Qualley in Death Stranding Update After Watching a Fragrance Ad

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  Info in Movie News | Hideo Kojima never does anything halfway, especially when it comes to casting for his games. Recently, the legendary creator behind Metal Gear and Death Stranding shared a fun story about why he picked Margaret Qualley to play Mama, and her twin sister Lockne, in Death Stranding. Surprisingly, it all started with a quirky perfume commercial. According to Collider, Kojima revealed that he first noticed Qualley after seeing her perform in a Kenzo fragrance ad directed by Spike Jonze. In the ad, Qualley breaks out into a wild, unstructured dance routine inside a fancy building, shifting from graceful to bizarre within seconds. Hideo desired to have the shake of her electricity which happened at once a match to the surreal world of Death Stranding. The game introduces Margaret Qualley as Mama, a smart and talented girl who works for Bridges and is the person behind much of the Chiral Network, and her doppelganger Lockne. The good but tortured souls of the charac...

Sydney Sweeney Stars in Split Fiction Movie Directed by Jon M. Chu

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  Info in Movie News | Sydney Sweeney continues to hold her strong show business presence. Having gotten famous through successful television series and large scale film projects, she is now ready to take on the film version of the well-liked video game “Split Fiction” and, with Crazy Rich Asians director Jon M. Chu connected to execute the project. According to Variety, the movie’s script is being written by Deadpool & Wolverine screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick. Sweeney will not only star but also serve as an executive producer, collaborating with Mike Goldberg and Dmitri M. Johnson’s Story Kitchen (formerly dj2 Entertainment) and Chu’s Electric Somewhere production company. “Split Fiction” is the name of the cutting-edge, futuristic game of Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts that is a combination of fantasy and sci-fi. The game narrates the story of Mio and Zoe who are stuck in the fictional worlds that they had written. The co-op gameplay of this g...

Vin Diesel Teases Riddick: Furya Return, Set to Explore Furyan Origins

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  Info in Movie News | Vin Diesel may be known to most as Dom Toretto, the street racer with a soft spot for family, but long-time fans haven’t forgotten his darker, grittier alter ego, Riddick. And now, after years of whispers and teases, Riddick: Furya is officially on its way, with Diesel once again stepping into the iconic role. This time, though, he’s heading somewhere we’ve only heard about until now, home. According to Collider, Diesel stirred up the fanbase this week with a cryptic post on Instagram. The actor shared an image of himself fully in character as Riddick with the simple caption, “Incoming…” That’s all it took to send fans into a frenzy in the comments. Considering the movie has been in production since last year, and with a few behind-the-scenes images already floating around, many believe a teaser or major announcement could drop any day now. Details about the plot are still under tight wraps, but writer-director David Twohy previously offered a hint at what w...

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Turns 7 years on stage

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  Info in Movie News | It’s been seven years since Harry Potter and the Cursed Child first hit the Broadway stage, and even now, the play remains a topic of heated debate and magical nostalgia. To celebrate its anniversary, producers have released a brand-new trailer, packed with theatrical wizardry, heart-wrenching drama, and just enough mystery to stir the cauldron once again. But beyond the dazzling lights and spellbinding illusions, one question lingers: does the story still hold up? According to Collider, the latest trailer doesn’t just highlight the visual spectacle, which has been widely praised as some of the most jaw-dropping ever seen on stage, it also brings the spotlight back to what makes this story so divisive: the time-traveling, reality-bending tale of Albus Potter and Scorpius Malfoy. The magic used might be powerful but the question there is whether the change in emotions and the unforeseen plot twists will make the audience more supportive to the movie or, at wo...

I Know What You Did Last Summer Sequel Brings Bloody Horror This July

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  Info in Movie News | Some stories never stay buried. Nearly three decades after the original I Know What You Did Last Summer carved its way into the slasher hall of fame, a new chapter is ready to unfold. Directed by Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, this sequel doesn’t just bring the franchise back. It reinvents it with a sharp mix of legacy and fresh faces, all set against the familiar eerie backdrop of Southport. According to Collider, the first trailer gives us a bloody peek into what this summer has in store. It’s been years since we saw Julie and Ray, played by Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr., narrowly escape a vengeful killer. Now, they return, older and clearly still scarred, to face another wave of horror. Their reappearance isn’t just a nod to the past. It’s a direct bridge to a new generation of secrets, lies, and consequences. The next group of teens caught in the nightmare includes Madelyn Cline, fresh off her success in Outer Banks, and Jonah Hauer-King, who mo...

Tom Hanks Returns as Woody in Toy Story 5, Faces Off Against Tech Toys?

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  Info in Movie News | Tom Hanks just gave fans a blast of nostalgia with a behind-the-scenes photo from the recording booth, officially kicking off his return as Woody in Toy Story 5. Sharing the moment with his 9.3 million Instagram followers, Hanks dropped a playful hint about what he’s working on: "First day of work on a certain Story Number 5! Need a hint? Disney. Studio B." And just like that, the cowboy’s back in the ride. According to Collider, longtime Pixar veteran Andrew Stanton is directing this next chapter. While it’s his first time in the director’s chair for a Toy Story film, Stanton’s no stranger to the franchise—he helped write all four previous installments. He’s also the creative force behind Finding Nemo and WALL-E, so fans can relax knowing the story is in capable hands. Stanton’s not only directing, he’s also back on writing duty, bringing both heart and humor to a story that’s evolving in a big way. This time around, the toys are facing a whole new ki...

Sinners Breaks Box Office Records as Ryan Coogler’s Biggest Horror Hit Yet

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  Info in Movie News | Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan can make a great success again at the box office because of Sinners, a terrible time horror film that has a faster and faster box office sensation. Earning more than $48 million in the US, the film has got the best figure of the majority of the horror movies R-rated in the period after the outbreak of the pandemic, thus, it has surpassed A Quiet Place: Part II and the predictions of movie destiny. According to Collider, the film is “an electric spectacle” filled with energy and visual storytelling at its best. Coogler, known for his work on Black Panther and Creed, is being praised for his confident direction and fresh approach to horror. Sinners holds an impressive 98% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 97% audience score. It’s also the first R-rated horror film since the pandemic to earn a coveted “A” grade from CinemaScore, an especially rare feat in this genre. Currently, the movie has collected more than $60 million...

Spring of Youth: SBS’s New Campus Romance Drama Premieres This May

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  Info in Movie News | SBS is set to welcome the spring season with its upcoming youth romance drama Spring of Youth, which premieres on May 6 and 7, 2025. This new series blends music, healing, and college life in a story that feels both fresh and nostalgic. According to Soompi, Spring of Youth centers on Sa Gye (played by Ha Yoo Joon), a K-pop superstar and the leader of Korea’s most popular boy group, The Crown. At the peak of his fame, a sudden scandal leads to his departure from the group. After a derailed in his career, Sa Gye decides to attend a university and for the first time becomes a part of a campus community. There, he meets Kim Bom (Park Ji Hu), a brilliant music student with a quiet resilience shaped by personal loss. Once a hopeful Ivy League candidate, Bom gave up her dream after losing her mother six years ago. Now she balances her studies with part-time work, while remaining deeply passionate about music as the lead vocalist and keyboardist of the campus band T...

A Shop for Killers Season 2 Confirmed, Premieres on Disney+ in 2026

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  Info in Movie news | The action thriller show A Shop for Killers is back, as it was announced to be officially returning for a second time to Disney+ and to kick off in 2026. After making a huge impact worldwide, the thrilling tale of Jung Ji An and her killer companions will be with more intense action and deeper storytelling. According to Soompi and Allkpop, Disney+ confirmed the production of Season 2 on April 21. The series is based on a novel by Kang Ji Young (The Killer’s Shopping List) and centers on Jung Ji An (played by Kim Hye Joon), who lives with her uncle Jin Man (Lee Dong Wook) after losing her parents. After her uncle’s sudden death, Ji An is forced to inherit “Murder Help,” a secret organization tied closely to the international underworld of assassins. The returning duo, Kim Hye Joon, and Lee Dong Wook are respectively playing the roles of Ji An, a brave and complicated character and Jin Man, an enigmatic ex-mercenary who will show more of his importance in the ...

Henry Cavill to Star in Highlander Reboot from Amazon MGM and Chad Stahelski

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  Info in Movie News |The Highlander franchise is officially getting a fresh start. Amazon MGM Studios, via its newly revitalized United Artists banner, is taking the reins of the long-anticipated reboot of the 1986 cult classic Highlander. This time, Henry Cavill will wield the sword, with John Wick director Chad Stahelski at the helm. According to Deadline, United Artists and producer Scott Stuber are in the final stages of securing the rights to the franchise, which had been under Lionsgate’s development. The deal reportedly includes not just a theatrical film, but also the potential for a new series set in the Highlander universe. The screenplay is being written by Michael Finch, best known for his work on John Wick: Chapter 4. The production team includes several industry heavyweights: Stuber and Nick Nesbitt for United Artists, Neal H. Moritz, and 87Eleven Entertainment—Stahelski’s own production company. Joshua Davis of Davis Panzer is also producing, while Patrick Wachsber...

Zoë Kravitz in Talks to Direct How to Save a Marriage for Sony Pictures

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  Info in Movie News | Zoë Kravitz is ready to step behind the camera once again. Following her directorial debut with Blink Twice in 2024, the actress-turned-director is now in talks to helm a new feature movie titled How to Save a Marriage for Sony Pictures. According to Deadline, the project is still in early development. However, the buzz is already building thanks to a strong creative team. The script is written by Ross Evans, who will also serve as executive producer. Robert Pattinson is attached as producer alongside his longtime collaborator Brighton McCloskey under their production banner, Icki Eneo Arlo. Geoff Shaevitz and Evan Silverberg from Entertainment 360 are also on board as producers. Plot details remain under wraps, but industry insiders say the movie will carry the same edgy, psychological undertones that made Blink Twice such a breakout hit. That unique tone was reportedly a key reason why Kravitz was quickly identified as the right fit to direct the new proje...

The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie Set for 2026 Release, Star Wars Returns

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  Info in Movie News | Din Djarin and Grogu are back, but this time, their adventure won’t be unfolding on Disney+. The beloved duo is taking their next mission to the big screen in The Mandalorian & Grogu, the first Star Wars movie to hit theaters in nearly seven years.If the footage presented at Star Wars Celebration 2025 is a foreshadowing of things to come, then fans could really expect an amazing spectacle. According to Collider, the special teaser showed Mando (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu plotting something with a new character played by Sigourney Weaver, who is a powerful and mysterious figure. Though details on her character remain under wraps, Weaver shared that she sends Din on a mission to the far reaches of the Outer Rim. “I’ve got scenes with little Grogu, and that might be the real reason I signed on,” she joked. “He’s grown up a bit now, and let’s just say, he’s kind of a badass.” The cast also includes The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White as Jabba the Hutt’s son, a wild t...

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