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Alan Cumming will reprise his role as Nightcrawler in Avengers: Doomsday, where he is set to face off against Pedro Pascal’s Mister Fantastic in an anticipated fight scene. This revelation has sparked fan speculation about the potential for an X-Men versus Fantastic Four conflict, possibly linked to a Multiversal Incursion. The film also features notable cast members like Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, and Channing Tatum, with Cumming expressing excitement over the updated makeup process for...

XYZ Films has unveiled a trailer for the horror film The Ritual, starring Al Pacino and Dan Stevens, centered around a true story of demonic possession. The narrative follows two priests—one doubting his faith and the other grappling with a troubled past—as they confront a possessed young woman through a series of perilous exorcisms. Directed by David Midell and set for release on April 18, 2025, the film aims for an authentic depiction of the...

Summary Director Chad Stahelski revealed that John Wick: Chapter 5 will not be a direct continuation of the previous film but will feature a new story involving John Wick, diverging from the High Table narrative. Additionally, the franchise will expand with a spinoff film titled Ballerina and two more projects: a TV series called Under the High Table and an animated prequel, all aimed at exploring the Wick universe and setting the stage for future...

Apple TV+ has renewed The Studio for a second season, ahead of its Season 1 finale on May 21. Co-created by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, the comedy follows Matt Remick, played by Rogen, as he navigates the absurdities of the movie industry at Continental Studios, tackling projects like a Kool-Aid Man film. The show features a stellar cast, including Bryan Cranston, Catherine O’Hara, and cameos from industry icons, and has garnered praise for its...

The home of Ukrainian Eurovision contestant Khrystyna Starykova has been destroyed by Russian shelling in Myrnograd. While the 19-year-old is currently in Switzerland rehearsing with her band Ziferblat, she shared images of her damaged apartment block, expressing her longing to return home and noting that, fortunately, all her relatives and friends are safe. Starykova remains committed to performing at Eurovision next week "for the sake of our country." Full Article

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose 100% tariffs on movies produced in foreign countries, citing concerns over the decline of the American movie industry. He stated in a post on Truth Social that he is directing the US Department of Commerce and Trade Representative to initiate this process and expressed intent to consult with Hollywood executives regarding their views on the proposal. This announcement has caused significant alarm within the film industry,...