Marvel fans are more than ready for the star-studded Avengers: Doomsday to bring doom to the MCU (in two literal senses), but not before another upcoming Marvel movie’s warped version of reality takes over theaters. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is finally almost here, and a new promo features cast members Tom Holland, Zendaya and Sadie Sink alluding to the possible importance of the wedding that Spidey crashes into, as seen in trailers. Who’s the (un)happy couple?

Thanks to the 2026 release’s most recent full-length promo, we know the names of those set to be betrothed, and quite a few fans seem certain that it’s the offspring of a certain mustachioed Daily Bugle editor. Which then makes me wonder whether or not director Destin Daniel Cretton will be throwing some comic book werewolf lore at audiences. It’s not likely, of course, but it’s possible.

The Wedding Is For "John & Lucy"

I'll freely admit that I didn't expect the wedding mayhem in Brand New Day to be of genuine import, and just thought it was conceived of as an interesting setting for superhero hijinks. (Which could still be the case.) But this cast video plays up the idea that fans will be familiar with whoever the groom and/or bride are, while confirming that Sadie Sink's mystery character won't be in bridal-wear.

The only concrete-ish information out there regarding the wedding is the one trailer shot that shows the side of a helicopter whose windows are emblazoned with the "Just Married" message, as seen above. There's obviously a ton of speculation about who both of those names could be referring to, with Runaways' Karolina "Lucy in the Sky" Dean being a popular choice for the latter moniker.

Guesses are more split for the groom, but I'm fully siding with anyone predicting that it's John Jameson, the son of J. Jonah Jameson. It's a fun set-up that could not only bring J.K. Simmons back for a JJJ appearance, but also give him a huge reason to revitalize his hatred for Spider-Man. It looks like quite the expensive and lavish wedding, and I doubt anyone partially responsible for footing the bill will appreciate webslingers destroying things.

John Jameson Becomes Man-Wolf In The Comics

Now, I get that Spider-Man: Brand New Day has more than enough story elements already in play that it doesn't need to bring supernatural monster characters into the mix willy nilly. But given so many other villains and side characters such as Tombstone and Scorpion are involved, and without the expectations for them to be heavily featured throughout, then it's not the most unbelievable thing in the world that we'll get a quick Man-Wolf reference.

I'm not loony enough to think that John Jameson will become the movie's lycanthropic big bad, even given the fact that we still don't know who the main villain is. But it would be incredible if the movie pays homage to the character's comic history with joke about him going through 30 razors a month, or having sharper-than-usual canine teeth. It would also be incredible to get a full-on transformation sequence, though that's less likely.

After all, it's not like this would be the first Marvel project to feature werewolves and other monsters, considering Werewolf By Night brought in both Jack Russell and Man-Thing, and remains one of the more critically acclaimed Disney+-specific MCU entries. It might be a little too high-falutin to make that connection concrete for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, but if not now, when?

Peter Parker's latest world-saving adventure will soon arrive when Spider-Man: Brand New Day hits theaters on July 30, 2026.

Brad Pitt’s been making headlines as of late, and it hasn’t been solely due to his work or even his romance with Ines de Ramon. Much has been said about the A-list actor’s relationships with his kids or the purported lack of them. Insiders have alleged that for some time, Pitt has been estranged from the six children he shares with ex-wife Angelina Jolie. While it’s been alleged that Pitt fears being cut off from his kids permanently, a new report claims about why he’s now feeling optimistic about a reconciliation.

According to an insider, Pitt (62) has been living by a mantra that’s partially built upon the principles of “patience, resilience and persistence.” It’s for that alleged reason that the source tells In Touch Weekly that the F1 star isn’t worried about remaining disconnected from his kids forever. This unnamed individual also says Pitt has reportedly changed as a person in the aftermath of his divorce from Jolie (51). Apparently, Pitt also feels allegedly feels confident due to his sobriety:

The Heart of the Beast star shares Maddox (24) Pax (22) Zahara (21) Shiloh (20) and twins Knox and Vivienne (17) with Jolie. Rumors regarding Pitt’s relationship with his kids have seemingly intensified over the past few years amid his continued legal strife with his ex-wife. In 2021, Jolie also leveled claims against Pitt, as she accused him of physically and verbally abusing her and their children amid a 2016 flight. Pitt, for his part, has since denied the allegations. Now, the source sums up his feelings on his kids as follows:

In recent years, Pitt’s kids have seemingly taken steps to distance themselves from him. Daughter Shiloh filed to drop his surname in 2024 and, more recently, his other daughter, Zahara and brother Maddox have sought to drop the name “Pitt” as well. However, it’s also been reported that Pax Jolie-Pitt still has ties to his dad’s side of the family. There hasn’t been any formal indication that any of the kids are seeking to reach out to their dad but, as for why Pitt thinks he’ll link up with them, the source says:

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are still engaged in a court battle involving the Château Miraval winery and, at this point, it’s unclear as to when or how that situation might be resolved. In the meantime, though, if this insider’s comments are to be believed, it would appear that Pitt won’t stop trying to connect with his kids following some years of reportedly “tough” Father’s Days.

As The Odyssey’s premiere on the 2026 movie schedule gets closer and closer, the cast is showing up to promote the film in some iconic looks. Case in point, while Zendaya wore a curve-hugging corset and beaded fringe at the London premiere, Charlize Theron rocked a high-slit dress with some epic gloves. And it’s that look, and specifically those gloves, that we need to focus on.

It’s no surprise that Charlize Theron attended The Odyssey’s premiere and after-party in a look that is both classically beautiful yet also a bit experimental. She’s known for riding that fashion line between classy and edgy very well, and she did just that while walking the sandy carpet in London; take a look:

This lovely gown is by Givenchy, and according to its Instagram, it’s made of black velvet. It also features “a bow spine and peplum.” So, while the dress has a high-neck cut in the front, it’s open in the back and features a flowy bow spine. Going back to the front, there’s also a notably high slit that shows off Theron’s legs and her black strappy heels.

However, the stars of the show are those gloves. I love how they balloon out, and I’m obsessed with the bows at the top. It’s what makes this whole look totally unique. According to Givenchy, those gloves are “white leather Bonbon gloves.”

She then topped the look off with beautiful dangling diamond earrings and perfect glam that featured a statement pinky red lip.

This fashion moment does not end with the black and white, though. At the after-party, Theron rocked the same dress and glove combo in a different color. Take a look at her red gown and black gloves:

As Theron wrote in her Instagram post about this dress, “you always bet on red.” And she’s right; this fit is truly stunning, and I'm actually obsessed with how the black gloves complement the red gown! I love that the Apex actress rocked the same dress in different colors for these events, too. While it’s the same dress and gloves, they pack different punches, and they juxtapose each other wonderfully.

Along with this being a stunning fashion moment on its own, these looks also fit right in with Charlize Theron’s catalog of inventive outfits, thanks to the gloves. From rocking a wild collar and blazer-only look earlier this year to wearing a string of pearls as a top a few years ago, her fashion choices are always classy yet edgy and unlike anything I’ve ever seen before.

Now, all this was for Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s epic. In it, Theron plays Calypso, and this will mark a major reunion for her and Matt Damon, who plays Odysseus. It’s a very big deal too, considering all the hype and acclaim already surrounding The Odyssey.

However, we still have a few weeks before The Odyssey’s July 17 premiere. So, in the meantime, I’ll be waiting to see what unexpected and glamorous look Charlize Theron gives us next (hopefully, it includes another pair of epic gloves).

Christopher Nolan is not exactly known for handing out praise like Halloween candy. Part of his public image is built on precision, intensity and the sense that getting a simple “good” from him on set might feel like winning a tiny acting Oscar. So when Zendaya apparently earned a “perfect” while making the forthcoming The Odyssey, Matt Damon and Tom Holland were in their feelings. What I did not see coming was Nolan trolling them this hard.

Damon has worked with the prestigious filmmaker multiple times, while Holland is joining the director’s orbit for the first time in the upcoming 2026 movie release. Apparently the director’s praise for Zendaya became a talking point on set. Rotten Tomatoes shared a clip from Fandango’s Big Ticket interview on Instagram, where Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Matt Damon and Nolan sat down to discuss the new movie. During the conversation, the cast brought up Nolan’s praise for Zendaya’s performance as Athena in The Odyssey. You can see the post below.

The setup here comes from Damon, who previously talked about what it was like to work with the Oppenheimer director and how rare that kind of praise apparently is. According to the writer and star of Good Will Hunting, Nolan is not a director who showers actors with excessive praise. A “good” from him means you did the job. A “great” sounds like it might require paperwork. So when Zendaya got “perfect,” Damon and Holland were basically left staring at each other like two kids who just found out someone else got extra recess.

The Rip performer summed up the jealousy pretty beautifully. He said:

That is such a specific actor complaint, and I love it. Damon is an Oscar-winning performer who has been in some of the biggest movies of the last few decades, and yet here he is, spiritually pacing the set because Zendaya unlocked the rare Nolan achievement badge. Holland apparently joined him in the grievance, which makes the whole thing even better. Imagine two major movie stars comparing report cards while the young Dune actress is off somewhere being Athena.

Then the Oscar-winning filmmaker was asked which scene of Zendaya’s had earned the “perfect,” and this is where the whole thing becomes glorious. He could have answered seriously. He could have named a specific scene, talked about the emotional weight of the moment or given some thoughtful director explanation. Instead, he delivered this:

For the Euphoria star, that is an enormous compliment. She is playing Athena, which is already a pretty intimidating assignment, and hearing Nolan speak about her performance that way is no small thing. The role puts her in the middle of one of literature’s biggest stories, surrounded by a massive cast that includes Damon, Holland and a whole fleet of major names.

Of course, this is not where the auteur filmmaker left things. He continued:

Okay, the Dark Knight director has jokes. Everyone is laughing, but it must be quietly devastating, because Nolan does not even have to raise his voice or wink at the camera. He just calmly says Zendaya was always perfect, which means Damon and Holland’s entire complaint gets launched into the sun.

For Damon and Holland, though, this is now part of the behind-the-scenes lore. They can keep chasing that “perfect,” but Zendaya already seems to have the crown, which makes me even more excited to catch her performance in the upcoming book-to-screen adaptation.

The British-American moviemaker has also emphasized that The Odyssey is the first feature film to be shot entirely in IMAX. So if that format is available near you, it may be worth grabbing a big ol’ Trojan horse popcorn bucket and seeing it on the largest screen possible.

The Odyssey hits theaters July 17, so check your local listings for showtimes.

When I first started reading reviews for Charli XCX’s The Moment, there were a lot of things that intrigued me. The “Boom Clap” singer is one of the biggest artists in the world, for one, and I assumed that with A24 involved, the project would be as unique as Charli herself. However, a “365 party girl” I am not — I’m definitely not bumpin’ that — so I skipped it when it initially hit the 2026 movie calendar. When The Moment became available to stream with an HBO Max subscription, I had to check it out, and man, it was so much more than I expected.

What Was I Expecting From The Moment?

From the previews, I thought The Moment looked like a lightly exaggerated story of Charli XCX fighting the corporate greed machines that wanted to stomp all over her creativity. I expected a moody artist, mopily rolling her eyes at executives who didn’t “get” it and just wanted her brat summer to be a perpetual paycheck.

I suppose there was some of that, but moody and mopey aren’t Charli’s style. Her plight was actually both respectable and relatable, as she tried to execute a vision that stayed true to herself and served her fans — and she wanted to do it without completely burning out.

I Didn’t Expect The Moment To Be So Funny

The humor was something I really didn’t expect, and I’m not sure why, especially with a cast that includes Jamie Demetriou, Kate Berlant and Rachel Sennott, not to mention Alexander Skarsgård, who is unhinged as the concert film’s director. Sure, there was some biting commentary — there’s no way those Eras Tour vibes were by accident — but it was often so subtle that I found myself laughing out loud while wondering if there’d even been a joke.

It felt

As a Millennial who grew up watching Spice World, there was a lot of that but plenty of This Is Spinal Tap, too. That giant lighter prop that Skarsgård’s Johannes wanted to put Charli XCX in and then light on fire seemed destined for a Christopher Guest-esque mishap, and Charli’s timing was brilliant after seeing her dummy stand-in crash to the stage while flying over it:

Some of the funniest jokes were just thrown away (that’s not an insult), with a character muttering something in the background, never winking to the camera in a way that reminded me of Best in Show.

The Moment Doesn’t Take Itself Too Seriously But Also Shows Incredible Heart

In addition to the comedy, I didn’t expect Charli XCX to go on such an insightful journey about what the moment was and what she wanted to gain from it. She got particularly vulnerable in the final scenes of the movie, when she admitted she didn’t want brat summer to end, saying:

I’m really glad I decided to watch The Moment, even after reading reviews that told me if I wasn’t a loyal Charli XCX fan, I probably wouldn’t get it. I think I very much did get it, and I loved the humor and the satire and vulnerability of it all.

The Moment is available to stream on HBO Max now.

The horror genre continues to be wildly popular and profitable, to the joy of fans like me. Case in point: Curry Barker's Obsession which crushed at the box office and is one of the best horror movies in recent memory. Fans are eager for a sequel, and Nikki actress Inde Navarrette offered an A+ idea that I hope the filmmaker and studio should consider. Let's break it down.

While Barker teased that One Wish Willows will be part of his next movie, fans like me want to see the Obsession franchise continue with more upcoming horror movies. The pressure would be on to deliver, but in an interview with Nylon Navarrette offered an A+ idea about how the property could continue without a traditional sequel about Nikki. In her words:

Honestly, this is a killer idea. While there are som fans curious about what happened to Nikki after Obsession's ending, Inde Navarrette thinks that it should be an anthology series rather than a traditional sequel film. Instead we'd follow new characters every episode using a One Wish Willow, and the terrifying shenanigans that might occur with different wishes.

Curry Barker was offered money to change Obsession's story and offer Bear some redemption, and he (smartly) decided not to. So if he thinks that continuing the franchise would work best as an anthology series I'm inclined to agree. Navarrette is certainly on that same page.

I'd love to see another Obsession movie that focuses on an entirely different wish altogether. Maybe it could be about someone wishing for fame, only to see the dark reality of mass obsession. Or perhaps the wish is something even more insidious and spiteful. The possibilities are truly endless, and the director's strong vision has me at ease about whatever he might be planning.

The wild critical and box office success of Obsession is one of the biggest movie stories of the year, so it seems inevitable that the burgeoning franchise will continue at some point in the future. But the pressure will be on for the director/writer to craft another surprising movie full of scares and comedic beats. Hopefully Barker gets to work on a follow-up movie sooner rather than later, and gives fans like me some information about what' she's got planned.

Obsession is currently available to rent or purchase digitally as part of the 2026 movie release list. We'll have to see if the movie's wild success ends up translating to nods this Awards Season. After Sinners and Weapons won Oscars, the genre is seemingly getting more respect.

It’s been 13 years since Jennifer Lawrence famously fell up some stairs in a voluminous ballgown at the Oscars. I can still remember the moment it happened, and so do many other people. It was awkward. It was cringy. The actress thinks it looked fake. Yet, Ms. Lawrence herself would be the first to tell you that was not even her most embarrassing Oscars moment. Actually, it wasn’t even the most awkward thing that happened that year.

In fact, she admitted as much during an appearance on The Tonight Show. She even noted at the time a lot of people bring up the stairs thing, but that sort of thing is occasionally going to happen if you’re trying to look fashionable in high heels. What did mortify her?

You may already see where this is going. Silver Linings Playbook came out in 2012, and Lawrence was at the Oscars in 2013 in support of the movie, which is both when the stairs incident and this conversation occurred. Elizabeth Taylor died in 2011 at age 79.

At that moment, one of Lawrence’s pals walked by and informed her she was not, in fact, speaking with Elizabeth Taylor. The actress’ reaction was to just extricate herself from the conversation immediately and run and hide out behind a wall. Thankfully, she didn’t trip this time.

It was certainly an instance where Lawrence put her foot in her mouth, and this isn’t the only time she’s had an awkward interaction in a public setting. That’s sort of part of the charm of her personality. She’s exactly who she is at any given moment, and she can sometimes be a lot. She knows it. She once even took a break from Hollywood because she felt like people were sick of her.

She came back in high demand, however, and appeared in Die My Love this year, with a cameo coming in Hunger Games prequel Sunrise on the Reaping, a role greenlighted in Martin Scorsese’s What Happens at Night, and another gig in Luca Guadignino’s Burial Rites, among others, coming up.

Reese Witherspoon has never forgotten Elle Woods, and much of that is thanks to fans who never let her forget how iconic the character still is. The actor defined a generation with her positive demeanor and classic pink style. Elle also owned the courtroom with bubbly authenticity. After 25 years, the actor was finally ready to pass “the pink torch” to a new actress, Lexi Minetree, in a prequel comedy series that takes place long before Harvard.

The new series can be watched with an Amazon Prime subscription. Elle only has eight episodes, which makes for a quick and easy binge. Witherspoon stopped by The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to dish about the new series and revealed the unexpected place she gets classic Legally Blonde one-liners thrown at her all the time:

One thing I always loved about the movie is how easily quotable it is. Some phrases are almost more iconic than her classic pink style. But fans weren’t the only ones excited for Elle’s comeback. Witherspoon was so hyped for the upcoming prequel that she celebrated by bringing back the bend and snap. However, despite the fan anticipation for the series, critics had objections to certain “teen drama cliches” they felt were in the series, such as a certain love triangle.

On the other hand, I learned a long time ago that what the critics think is hardly ever what the fans think. Despite critics objecting, the prequel series was number one on Amazon. This resulted in a sweet thank you from Reese Witherspoon to every fan who took the time to watch Elle. While she was at the Tonight Show, the actor spilled the tea on why now was the right time for her to bring the “iconic character” back:

Growing up with the film, I always loved how Elle was this role model. She never let anyone define who she was. She was a sweet, independent, and positive woman who was a bit outside the norm at Harvard Law, but she never apologized for being herself. To me, this makes her a classic “feminist” character who serves as a reminder for young women to never forget to pursue their own dreams.

The “fish out of water” story is one that defined Legally Blonde, as she went from the sorority house to Harvard. The prequel Elle takes the same path, by symbolically taking young Elle from the sunny climate of Bel-Air to the rainy city of Seattle. And not just because of the obvious fashion differences.

The prequel had fun reinventing the character, though it never forgets where Elle is going to end up. For those of us who lived on Legally Blonde, the streaming series gives little winks, such as when it dropped a hilarious reveal about the character. Hint: it may have to do with her astrological sign.

I can't wait to see if any of Elle's one-liners will be quoted to Witherspoon at Starbucks.

We’ve been waiting for this one, guys. We’re now less than two weeks away from Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey hitting the 2026 movie calendar — the director’s first project since Oppenheimer — and he literally couldn’t have chosen a more epic tale. First reactions are here for the fantasy flick, which comes with a staggering runtime and massive budget. But by these critics’ accounts, Nolan fans should start getting excited.

So what are people saying after catching early screenings of The Odyssey? Critic Perri Nemiroff says Christopher Nolan expertly weaves the story together to make you feel like you’ve experienced a significant portion of the characters’ lives. Her X (Twitter) post continues:

David Ehrlich of IndieWire notes that The Odyssey is “less despairing” than the Academy Award Best Picture winner from 2023, and despite some druthers, it’s a ride worth going on. In Ehrlich’s words:

Matt Neglia of Next Best Picture wrote an epic reaction of his own on X, praising Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway and Tom Holland’s performances. He also writes that this level of storytelling is rare and deserves to be honored. The post reads, in part:

Jeremy Mathai of SlashFilm gives his stamp of approval, and while calling The Odyssey’s cast list lengthy would be an understatement, Mathai casts his vote for the most impactful performance, writing:

For critic Simon Thompson, it was two other actors — in addition to Matt Damon — to draw praise in a movie that he calls “flawless filmmaking.” He says:

Clayton Davis of Variety notes some of the tweaks Christopher Nolan made to the source material, calling out even more of the movie’s stars like Robert Pattinson and Samantha Morton as he declares The Odyssey “another hit for Nolan.” His post reads:

Erik Davis says everyone gets a chance to shine, though Robert Pattinson steals the show for him. Overall, Christopher Nolan’s latest is “the must-see cinematic event of the summer -- and quite possibly the year,” Davis says, writing:

I mean, if those first reactions don’t get you pumped for this movie, I don’t know what will. We’ll learn more when full reviews come out, but these comments are promising to read in the final days before the movie’s release.

While movies based off popular video game franchises used to have a bad reputation, many of the best video game movies have arrived over the last few years. Chief among them is Simon Mcquoid's Mortal Kombat (streaming with a HBO Max subscription) and its sequel. I had the chance to speak with the director ahead of the latter movie's release on 4K UHD, and he revealed his three favorite fight sequences. But I'm also surprised on the ones he left out.

Mortal Kombat II hit theaters back in May, and brought more beloved characters to the burgeoning franchise. It's available on digital now, but MK II's 4K UHD release is coming later this month. When asked about his favorite fights of the movie, McQuoid named a few starting with:

He's not wrong. While Sonya Blade's romantic relationship with Johnny Cage wasn't part of Mortal Kombat's sequel, her early fight with Sindel showed just how much she'd been training since the first movie. The battle was bloody and hardcore, and resulted with Kitana's mother dying. And just like that, the stakes for the movie were raised.

Another fight that Simon McQuoid shouted out was Liu Kang's battle with a Revenant Kung Lao. That battle resulted in a gnarly fatality, but was also emotional thanks to the characters' familial relationship. As the director put it:

He's not wrong. Each of the battles in Mortal Kombat II serves a purpose, and isn't there just for the fun of it. Either characters or the overall story progress as a result of each one, and Kung Lao and Liu Kang's was arguably the most emotional of the entire sequel.

So what is the third fight that Simon McQuoid called out as his favorite? It was actually Johnny Cage vs Baraka, which ended up being the most comedic of the action scenes. The director explained his penchant for that sequence, saying:

Baraka's fight with Johnny Cage wasn't only the funniest fight of MK II, but it also felt especially practical. That's exactly what McQuoid was shooting for, and why he loves the scene so much. That and the two fighters' surprisingly funny chemistry.

Simon McQuoid named some great choices, but I'm surprised about the fights that he didn't mention. Namely Kitana's epic final battle with Shao Khan, and the Netherrealm fight between Noob Saibot, Scorpion, and Johnny. These were the finales of the movie, so I'm surprised that they weren't at the top of the director's list. I also think that the opening battle where King Jerrod was murdered was very brutal and memorable.

Mortal Kombat II is available on digital now, and will arrive on 4K UHD on July 28th as part of the 2026 movie release list. Fingers crossed we get a third movie, especially after the sequel's cliffhanger ending.

Cinema lovers are already anticipating a number of titles on the 2027 movie schedule, and one of its most anticipated entries is easily Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse. The threequel is expected to end the trilogy that began with 2018’s Into the Spider-Verse, and the creative team are seeking to bring this story to a strong conclusion. There haven’t been too many updates on the production in recent months, yet producers Phil Lord and Chris Miller are now speaking out. And there’s one reason their comments have me psyched!

Earlier this year, Lord and Miller marked the release of a little movie called Project Hail Mary, which they co-directed. To put it mildly, that Ryan Gosling-led flick took up a lot of their time, but that didn’t mean Spider-Verse fell by the wayside. The duo – who also co-wrote the Beyond script with David Callaham – recently opened up about the progress they’ve been making on the upcoming superhero threequel. Miller even revealed that they’re collaborating with a certain film technology company on a certain aspect of the movie:

Per Empire Magazine, the duo is seeking to ensure this Spider-Verse movie is shown in the expanded 1.43:1 IMAX ratio, and that really excites me! This animated film series utilizes cutting edge technology, and it’s glorious to behold on any screen. I saw the first two movies in IMAX and, while those were great moviegoing experiences, the films were only shown in the standard 2.39:1 aspect ratio. So I’m pumped that Miller, Lord and co. want the threequel to completely fill IMAX screens and be without those pesky black bars.

I should’ve known they had big plans for the format because, after the film’s date was delayed a few weeks, Miller tweeted that they now had a “better IMAX window.” In other words, fans will hopefully have plenty of time to see the movie as it’s meant to be seen. More immediately, though, Lord stresses that the team is putting in a lot of work to ensure the film is expertly crafted:

Beyond the Spider-Verse picks up immediately after the events of 2023’s Across the Spider-Verse, which saw Miles Morales trapped in an alternate universe amid his quest to save his family. Not only that, but the young hero also found himself face to face with a variant of himself, who’d become that world’s version of The Prowler. Specific plot details have been tightly webbed up, but I’m hopeful that fans are in for a thrilling, emotional and visually dazzling send-off for this series. As Chris Miller said, “you got to keep doing something that hasn't been done before” and, if any people can do that, it’s him, Phil Lord and their team.

Fans will be able to feast their eyes on Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse when it opens in theaters on June 18, 2027. In the meantime, true believers, stream Into the Spider-Verse and Across the Spider-Verse with a Disney+ subscription and Netflix subscription, respectively.

When it comes to the live-action Disney adaptations, it's usually not hard to figure out which animated features will get the greenlight. For example, Tangled is kind of a no-brainer, with the only surprise being that it took so long.

That's why, when we got a live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch and will soon get one for Moana, I kind of just rolled my eyes. Not because either is a bad choice (I love Moana, after all), but because they're just so…obvious.

You know which animated movie wouldn't be an obvious choice? 2014's Big Hero 6, which I think would make for an amazing live-action adaptation. Here's why.

Big Hero 6 Could Actually Benefit A Great Deal In Live-Action

Some movies probably wouldn't be great for live-action adaptations, such as The Aristocats, which was thankfully cancelled. I only say this, though, because what could you actually DO with The Aristocats to give it new life for a new audience? I know that's not Disney's ultimate intention when greenlighting these adaptations (their ultimate intention being $$$, of course), but as a viewer, that's what I look for when I watch these adaptations: What has been added to make it feel new?

Well, for Big Hero 6, I think a lot can be done in live-action that would make it genuinely exciting to see again with actual actors. Loosely based on the Marvel comic of the same name, Big Hero 6 is about a young robotics expert who loses his older brother to nefarious means, and his quest to avenge him with the help of his brother's former university friends, and also a lovable nurse robot named Baymax.

All of the tech-centric action was cool in animated form, but I think it would be exponentially cooler in live-action, especially with the advanced city of San Fransokyo as a backdrop. Sure, Disney owns Marvel and has no shortage of comic book movies, but Big Hero 6 is unique in that it’s a comic book film directly aimed at a younger audience, which I think would make it stand apart from other Disney live-action adaptations.

It's A Bit Of A Cult Movie For Disney, So It Might Even Gain A New Following

Another thing that kind of annoys me with these adaptations is that they're usually for movies that kids might have already seen in animated form. For example, looking back at the Disney Renaissance, we've already gotten adaptations of the most popular films of that era: The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King, and Mulan (with Hercules still on the way).

Did we get an adaptation for The Rescuers Down Under? Did we get one for Pocahontas? No, and no, and that's because Disney ostensibly only wants to bet on sure things. So, again, Lilo & Stitch and Moana make sense...but haven’t kids likely already seen them in animated form? Even with three different television series, Big Hero 6 has kind of always felt like a cult movie when it comes to Disney (sort of like Bolt), and I think a live-action adaptation could bring new eyes to this awesome story.

That said, there’s one main reason why I think a live-action Big Hero 6 would work.

I Just Want More Baymax

I’ll be honest with you. I know the world loves Stitch as a character, and that people have embraced Maui, but I just don’t have much enthusiasm for either of them. Do you know who I do love? Baymax.

In fact, who doesn’t? The lovable healthcare robot is the standout character in Big Hero 6. I think a live-action Baymax would be the absolute cutest, and I think it would really stand out if he was brought back to the big screen.

The beauty is, with the way AI and tech are heading, Baymax makes more sense now than ever. A lot of people have kind of rallied against AI these days, but Baymax represents the side of it that is actually quite welcoming. So, maybe it would actually behoove Disney to put Baymax front and center in a live-action film, especially with the way they’re now leaning into AI. Just a thought.

Millie Bobby Brown has had plenty of major co-stars over the course of her career, from Winona Ryder and Kyle Chandler to Chris Pratt and Robin Wright. Of course, Henry Cavill is also on that list, as he and Brown have starred alongside each other in all three Enola Holmes films. The two actors have apparently forged a tight bond on set and are apparently quite comfortable with each other. Well, Cavill seemingly felt enough comfort to make a reality TV-related confession that seemed to weird out Brown.

As of late, Brown has been promoting Enola Holmes 3 – one of the latest releases on Netflix’s 2026 schedule – and she’s been dropping some sweet BTS tidbits. What I wasn’t expecting, however, was the Cavill anecdote she recently shared with co-star Louis Partridge during a game of Lie vs. Lie for Entertainment Weekly. In a clip shared to Instagram, Brown recalled asking Cavill if he wanted to watch a popular reality show only for him to share an unexpected response:

Partridge, as part of the game, actually responded by saying he didn’t think Brown was lying about that story and, honestly, I might’ve felt differently. That’s not to say it’s weird that Cavill could appreciate a reality TV series. However, what is a bit odd is that such a revelation seemed to come amid Cavill and Brown’s work on the Enola Holmes franchise. Timing aside, Cavill is indeed entitled to his entertainment-related vices. Partridge also made a good point:

Henry Cavill does indeed seem to have some niche interests, including miniature-based war game Warhammer. That love is actually so strong that Cavill is producing a TV show for Prime Video that’s based on the game. It’s also a well known fact that the In the Grey star has a love for technology and, several years back, he built a computer and excitedly posted about it. It’s said that we as people contain multitudes, and I’d say that rings true when it comes to Cavill.

Over the years, Brown has spoken a bit about her on-set relationship with Cavill, who plays older brother Sherlock Holmes to her Enola. The Stranger Things star has spoken about how Cavill has established professional boundaries, which she respects. As for their work, it seems they have no issues there either. Brown has even praised Cavill for being able to slide into acting mode with ease even after joking around on set.

I appreciate the dynamic that Millie Bobby Brown and Henry Cavill have forged and, from my vantage point, it really does mirror that of a true sibling relationship. And, as someone who’s gushed to his own sister (and friends) about his favorite TV shows and movies, I really get Brown’s story on a personal level. Now, I’m just wondering what TLC show has managed to capture Cavill’s attention, and I hope he reveals that at some point.

For now, check out Cavill and Brown in Enola Holmes 3 by streaming it with a Netflix subscription. Also, be sure to look over the 2026 movie schedule for updates on forthcoming feature films.

Nobody does method dressing quite like Zendaya, and with two movies hitting the 2026 movie calendar this month — The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day — it’s just an abundance of riches in the celebrity fashion department. Zendaya has already gotten into goddess mode with two flowy dresses for Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, and now she’s topped that with a corset top and beaded skirt.

Zendaya is set to portray Athena in the book-to-screen adaptation of Homer’s epic, and she was definitely looking the part in a piece from Daniel Roseberry’s Schiaparelli Fall 2026 Haute Couture collection:

Zendaya’s top actually looks like an ancient marble sculpture, though Daniel Roseberry also gave it a futuristic feel with the angles of the piece. Contrasting the smooth bodice is a floor-length skirt of beaded fringe, as thousands of pearly beads hug the actress’ curves on a fabric that transitions from beige to silver as it cascades to the ground.

Her hair is styled in loose braids that top her head like a crown, with her brown curls falling down her back. Her Chopard diamond collar looks more like an extension of the top than a separate piece of jewelry.

The Schiaparelli number was reportedly unveiled just eight hours earlier at Paris Haute Couture Week, where Zendaya’s stylist Law Roach sat front row, according to Red Carpet Fashion Awards. This begs the question of whether or not Roach secured the item and immediately flew to London for The Odyssey’s Monday premiere at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square. It certainly sounds plausible — and given how ethereal the actress looks, I’d say it was worth it.

The Odyssey is one of two movies Zendaya has premiering this month — both of which also star her new husband Tom Holland. The epic fantasy adaptation hits theaters on July 17, just two weeks before the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which has seen its own specially created looks from Zendaya and Law Roach.

The actress was an absolute bombshell in a backless spiderweb dress at a photocall for the upcoming Marvel movie just over a week ago in London. She also showed off the cutest red-and-blue two-piece at the Rome premiere, featuring a sleeveless, midriff-baring red top with thick straps paired with a sequined blue-and-red pencil skirt.

These colorful options followed a period of time where Zendaya was wearing a lot of black, leading fans to worry about MJ’s fate in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

This is a busy year for the actress, as we’ve already seen her star opposite Robert Pattinson in The Drama (which featured theme dressing of “Something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue”). We’ve also got Dune: Part Three to look forward to in December, and I have no doubt she’ll be blowing our minds again, fashion-wise.

For now, though, be sure to check out Zendaya in all of her Athena glory when The Odyssey hits theaters on Friday, July 17.

1998 was a significant year for Gwyneth Paltrow, as she had several movie releases, including Shakespeare in Love, which would feature her Oscar-winning performance as Viola De Lesseps. She also had Hush, A Perfect Murder and Great Expectations release that year, but none of them holds a place in my heart the way Sliding Doors does. The romantic dramedy, which debuted at Sundance, didn't make much of a splash upon its theatrical release, but it's one of those charming films that has stuck with me over the years.

If you've never watched it, or it's been a while, now's the time to catch it with a Netflix subscription, as it'll be quietly departing the streaming platform later this month (July 26).

What Is Sliding Doors About?

Directed by Peter Howitt, Sliding Doors stars Gwyneth Paltrow as Helen Quilley, a woman who's fired from her job public relations job, after which a series of things happen in her life. The twist to this story, however, is that we watch Helen's life split into two timelines, one in which she catches a tube train on her way home and catches her boyfriend Gerry (John Lynch) cheating on her, and the other where she misses the train and doesn't catch him.

Her story goes in very different directions from there, as she navigates the aftermath of losing her job and starting over. John Hannah plays James, a man whose path crosses with Helen in both timelines, though he becomes a much bigger part of her story in one of them.

Why Sliding Doors Is A Must Watch

Let's just power through the pros (without spoilers) of this movie:

• Sliding Doors gives us two romantic dramedies in one. It's easy to get invested in both of Helen's timelines, though one seems to propel her further forward than the other.
• The movie is at times funny and sweet, and occasionally dramatic, emotional and tragic.
• John Hannah and Gwyneth Paltrow's chemistry is charming, funny and lovely. 
• Helen's bestie Anna (Zara Turner) is a fantastic supporting character.
• The soundtrack is late-'90s quirky goodness.
• John Lynch as Helen's awful boyfriend, and Jeanne Tripplehorn as the other woman are the absolute worst (in a good way). 
• It's been nearly 30 years since this movie came out, and I still think about the ending.

Other Things To Watch

After you watch (or rewatch) Sliding Doors, if you're looking for a more recent Gwyneth Paltrow movie, you can catch her in Marty Supreme (the movie she came out of retirement for) with an HBO Max subscription.

Or if you'd rather stick with romantic comedies and dramedies on Netflix, here are a few great titles on the platform, though some are leaving soon too!

• Pretty Woman (leaving Netflix July 31)
• High Fidelity
• Tootsie (leaving Netflix July 31)
• Four Weddings and Funeral.
• Voicemails for Isabelle (grab the tissues for this one, but it's so good!)
• Eat Pray Love

Netflix puts out a ton of original content, both movie and TV projects. Those with a Netflix subscription were recently treated to Enola Holmes 3 with actors like Himesh Patel returning alongside Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown. The 35 year-old actor is only the latest performer to portray Dr. Watson on the screen, and it turns out he got the thumbs up from another former Watson while filming on horseback.

Enola Holmes has been trending on Netflix since its release, so clearly the franchise has staying power. As you can see in the video above, I spoke with the Enola Holmes 3 cast ahead of its release. When I asked Patel about the other version of Dr. Watson from popular media, he revealed the wild conversation he had with Martin Freeman while filming the threequel. In his words:

How funny is that? These two Watsons seem to be good buddies, and Martin Freeman gave Himesh Patel some encouraging words while he was literally on horseback filming the third Enola Holmes movie. We'll just have to wait and see if Freeman ends up watching the threequel, and if he appreciates this very different take on his signature role.

Fans are still wondering about Sherlock Season 5, even all these years later. So it would make sense if Patel was inspired by Martin Freeman's performance when crafting his take on Dr. Watson. But in our conversation, the Emmy-nominated actor explained how he approached the beloved character, saying:

While he didn't try to emulate his predecessors, it's clear that Himesh Patel has respect for the Watsons that came before him. Especially Martin Freeman, who was able to really flesh out his version of the Doctor during his four seasons starring in Sherlock. Luckily they seemingly have a good relationship, and there's therefore no competition.

Enola Holmes 3 is streaming now on Netflix as part of the 2026 movie release list. The movie left the door open for yet another sequel, so we'll have to wait and see if the streaming juggernaut confirms another movie is coming.

While I usually hate feeling as if time is going by too quickly, I can take comfort in knowing it’s all leading to the upcoming DC movie The Batman: Part II, so no time has technically been wasted. (I live in denial a bunch.) Production on the 2027 theatrical release kicked off in June, but many cast and character questions remain unanswered. Is Sebastian Stan really playing Harvey Dent and Two-Face? Is Scarlett Johansson a key piece of the Long Halloween adaptation game? Will we see The Joker?

Unsurprisingly, director Matt Reeves kept mum about new and established roles when confirming the film’s actors, and it was a noteworthy exclusion when Barry Keoghan’s name wasn’t listed in the lineup. Though not a “star” of the first film, the Irish actor made a quick and lasting impact from his minimal time on-screen as “Unseen Arkham Prisoner,” and talks about his return were among the first rumors sparked by the impending sequel. So what’s the deal?

A Warner Bros. Event May Have Spilled The Joker Beans

WB execs were on hand in France around July 4 weekend for Studio Show 2026 to promote the studio's slate of upcoming movies, from Tom Cruise's Digger to Dune: Part 3 to animated projects like Hello Kitty and Margie Claus. Obviously, the topic of DC-sourced adaptations came up, such as Man of Tomorrow and Dynamic Duo, and Clayface. But this detail reported by BoxOfficePro is definitely worth bringing up, since Keoghan is one of the key names mentioned in the French report. Here's a translated iteration:

No mention of James Gordon actor Jeffrey Wright or Penguin portrayer Colin Farrell, but Keoghan is just right there in front, ahead of Alfred's actor Andy Serkis. I of course get throwing ScarJo and Stan in there for extra hype, and maybe it's a case where Keoghan has a huge following in France, and so the outlet wanted to play into that, without this being directly related to billing order.

The Saltburn actor himself has been cagey when addressing a potential return as The Joker, which has only helped to make the return seem more likely. But given just the elements that we know about thus far, it's not entirely clear how The Joker would factor into what will assumedly be Two-Face's origin tale. (It's not like Reeves is going to ape Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight, amirite?) So I can't imagine it'll be a very prominent part, and will possibly just lay additional groundwork for a grander takeover in a third Batman movie. Or not.

Whatever fans might hope to see, note that the actor is as busy as busy can be, in large part because he's portraying musical icon Ringo Starr for Sam Mendes' The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event, which reportedly started filming in March. It'll likely take well over a year for the movie quartet to be filmed, though it's obviously possible that Keoghan worked out scheduling details with Reeves and Mendes that would allow him to film Joker scenes without imminent Ringo sequences to appear in.

For now, the actor’s fans can see him in action in two 2026 movie releases to date: Crime 101 opposite Chris Hemsworth (currently streaming via Amazon Prime subscription) and Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man (currently streaming via Netflix subscription).

The Marvel Cinematic Universe consistently puts out new content for fans, both in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. But arguably the most highly anticipated upcoming Marvel movie is Avengers: Doomsday, resulting in countless theories and rumors about what The Russo Brothers' blockbuster will include. And a new rumor claims that Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom is "obsessed" with one hero, and it ain't Reed Richards. Let's break it all down.

Because what we know about Avengers: Doomsday is so limited, fans have been filling in the blanks online. Folks who spent years watching the Marvel movies in order can't wait to see the Fantastic Four interact with Doctor Doom, but a report from scooper MTTSH claims that the villain will instead be focused on Chris Evans' Steve Rogers. It reads:

Well, I'm interested. If this rumor ends up being legit, it sounds like we'll see lots of scenes between RDJ and Chris Evans in the forthcoming blockbuster. This would likely be thrilling for longtime fans, although some might be surprised if the movie doesn't build to a conflict between Doctor Doom and Reed Richards. After all, he's typically known as a Fantastic Four villain in the comics and other media.

While he wasn't included in the Doomsday cast announcement, the brief but impactful Captain America teaser confirmed Evans was returning to the MCU as his signature character. And if this rumor is to be believed, he'll be Doom's biggest target.

Of course, it's more than possible that the above rumor won't end up being legit. Lots of Marvel fans are throwing everything at the wall, thanks to how little we actually know about Doomsday's contents. But with the movie's December release getting closer, I have to assume that we'll be treated to more content and actual trailer soon. At least that's what I'm hoping.

This latest claim about the next Avengers movie stands in juxtaposition to earlier chatter that Pedro Pascal's Reed Richards would be the main character of the blockbuster. Although given the scale of Doomsday, it would make sense if The Russo Brothers were actually putting the focus on long-running characters like Steve Rogers. We'll just have to wait until this coming December to see which rumors about the movie actually end up coming true.

All will be revealed when Avengers: Doomsday finally hits theaters on December 18th as part of the 2026 movie release list. With so many rumors surrounding the project it feels like just about anything could happen when it finally hits the big screen. Fingers crossed we get some concrete information sooner rather than later.

I was able to spend some time at Universal Orlando Resort a little over a month ago. At the time, the rollercoaster track for the Universal Studios Florida’s newest attraction, Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, was just peeking over the walls when I wandered around CityWalk, giving hints at the skyline to come. Meanwhile, we’d been reporting riders already test-riding the version that was going up at Universal Studios Hollywood. It seemed the two coasters were very far apart in the Spring of 2026. That feels less true now.

I haven’t been back to the Florida parks in the last few weeks, but thanks to the beauty of social media, we now know the track is in incredible shape already. Just four days ago, reports indicated the first spike was up. It’s 170 feet and anyone walking around CityWalk can spot it just behind the famous rotating Universal Globe.

As you can see from the ThrillGeek video, the blueish track on the Florida version pops nicely with the globe in the foreground compared to the darker track in California.

Meanwhile, a second frequent parkgoer, Kirk, actually went into Universal Studios Florida and took a look at the Ghostbusters facade that’s been a topic of conversation over the last several weeks. If you aren’t constantly theme park sleuthing, the gist is that Universal was reworking the Ghostbusters building that Rip Ride Rockit used to physically go through. When the walls went up, the park started work on the facade and there was a rumor for a while the ride might be ghostbusters themed.

At this point, we know the ride is going to be the Orlando version of Hollywood Drift, and an enterprising parkgoer noted that walls have been put up in the building, meaning the new coaster won’t whip through it like the old one did. This was basically known, but it’s nice to see it confirmed, and it's especially nice to see how far along the load station has come in just a few weeks -- with a roof and everything!

So, Why Is This All So Important?

It’s very clear the coaster in Florida is coming together fast and furiously. While I wouldn’t expect anything less, initial projections from its sister theme park had the Universal Studios Hollywood coaster opening in summer 2026, and here we are in mid-2026 and it is not open yet. (This is despite a fake opening date rumor the park itself started.)

Meanwhile, Universal Orlando tore down Rip Ride Rockit, shut down Fast & Furious: Supercharged and got to work on the new coaster really quickly. Guesstimates allegedly have the Florida version of the coaster opening in 2027, but it’s coming together so quickly, I’m starting to wonder if there won’t be too much of a gap between the Hollywood and Florida versions. As a frequent parkgoer who lives much closer to the Florida parks, that would make me so, so happy.

It's also all coming together in the month Vin Diesel finally shared Fast & Furious 11 had begun filming. As it's the final film in the franchise, all of this happening around the same time is just fun timing.

This is all to say, a new coaster is good news no matter when it opens. A new coaster based on my personal favorite Fast & Furious movie is even better. A new coaster based on a favorite property with the theme park company that houses some of the world’s best tracks takes the cake. I can’t wait for these new rides to open, whenever we get the official dates.

Tom Holland's already done a lot of big movies throughout his career, but working with Christopher Nolan on an epic on the scale of The Odyssey is a whole different beast. It'd be intimidating for any young actor and, while he got an early boost of confidence, he also got rattled when shooting a scene. Holland thought he was disappointing Nolan during the shoot, but it turned out there was something else at play.

Holland spoke about his experience working on the upcoming 2026 movie release during an interview with Fandango. After recalling an early scene with his MCU co-star Jon Bernthal that gave him confidence, Holland remembered feeling uneasy when Nolan frequently cut his scenes mid-performance. He said:

I can imagine that Christopher Nolan shouting "cut" three minutes into a scene would devastate any actor, especially if they felt they were in the zone. Holland had amassed a lot of reverence for Nolan and the way he runs his sets, so it had to be devastating to think he was letting him down.

Fortunately, that wasn't the case. While they may create great images (and make for snazzy-looking popcorn buckets), IMAX cameras have one downside, and Tom Holland didn't know that. As the star recalled:

It seems like after the Spider-Man star was filled in, he had a wave of relief crash over him -- one that was harder than the ones that shipwrecked Odysseus during his journey in The Odyssey. Fortunately, Holland didn't let Christopher Nolan down, and he plays a sizable role in the R-rated historical epic.

In the movie, Holland plays Telemachus, the son of Odysseus (Matt Damon) and Queen Penelope (Anne Hathaway). Telemachus has grown into a man in his father's absence and is burdened with protecting his mother from suitors who seek to step in and take over the land.

It's likely that a portion of readers are vaguely familiar with The Odyssey, which is often required reading in high school in the United States. Admittedly, I only remember the part with the Sirens and the Cyclops, but I'm sure more of it will come back to me once I'm watching it on a big screen with my Trojan Horse popcorn bucket.

With an all-star cast lined up, The Odyssey is poised to be a cinematic spectacle, and it could draw people to cinemas. This production has "prestige film" written all over it, and I'm already wondering if it'll net some serious awards later this year and in 2026. It'll be interesting to see if it lives up to the hype.

We don't have long to wait to see how the movie does at the box office, as The Odyssey hits theaters on July 17th. I'm still hoping to see the movie in IMAX opening week but, whenever I see the film, I'll definitely have Tom Holland's story about the IMAX camera in mind while watching his scenes.

I heard that The Sheep Detectives may seem like a silly movie, but it has a lot of heart. Therefore, I couldn’t wait to watch it once it became available on streaming services. The film is one of the movies that makes the Prime Video subscription a must for movie fans. It’s a nice blend of comedy, drama, and a very intriguing mystery.

The mystery elements are really what made The Sheep Detectives endearing. It feels like a classic mystery film, just with sheep trying to solve the murder. Come for the sheep, stay for the movie’s love of mystery novels.

Warning: The Sheep Detectives spoilers are ahead. Proceed with caution.

The Sheep Detectives Follows Many Standard Mystery Novels, But in A Children's Book Way

The Sheep Detectives feels like what happens when a children’s book and a mystery novel marry. It has elements and qualities of both. The abundance of animals gives it the same whimsy and imagination that you would see in a beloved children’s book or fairytale.

The animals also have some innocence that only comes from fictional animals. However, despite the animals’ playfulness, The Sheep Detectives mimics mostly aspects and elements of mystery novels. The animals make the adventure and story cute, but it’s a dark concept with murder, betrayal, and the sad toll and burden of death and grief.

The Sheep Detectives is based on the German book, Three Bags Full: A Sheep Detective Story by Leonie Swann. I am not sure if the original novel has the same children’s book mixed with mystery novel quality, but it novel origins automatically give it more of a fable quality.

It Highlights The Power Of Reading, Especially Fiction

George (Hugh Jackman) reading to his animals helps them develop a bond with him. Lily (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) develops a love for mysteries, which makes her such a good detective. The movie implies that reading can become an educational tool that makes people more intelligent, but also better at their jobs.

Tim (Nicholas Braun) is treated like an idiot, but he eventually starts to become good at his job of police work because of Lily and company’s influence, but also from developing a love of reading mystery novels. Novels are treated as a major resource in helping make these characters more competent.

Books are powerful, and I feel like The Sheep Detectives is an ode to how reading can transform people, animals, and things. Sheep cannot solve mysteries without books.

If You Read Enough Mystery Novels, You Can Predict Elements Of The Sheep Detectives, And That's Not A Bad Thing

Hugh Jackman has died a lot in movies, but his death in The Sheep Detectives was one of the most emotional. This made us highly invested in solving this crime. The film follows the pattern of other mystery stories, so it is easier to predict who killed George.

The Sheep Detectives may have made some major changes from the book version, but this version of the story gave us plenty of hints to figure out the ending. I think there is comfort in being able to see where a story is likely heading, or trying to predict how everything ends. That’s one of the reasons I enjoy mystery novels so much.

I want to join the investigation and try to solve it along with the characters. I also want to see these characters again in more movies.

Thanks to nabbing a major role in The Crown, Emma Corrin has been a big name for a while now, particularly after joining the Deadpool & Wolverine cast. They played villain Cassandra Nova in that movie, a completely bald character connected to Professor X. It was a bold fashion choice, but dare I say not nearly as bold as the look Corrin rocked to Paris Fashion Week.

Corrin’s back to short brown hair, but that’s not what caught my eye, here. The actor sported an open blazer that somehow managed to stay snug. It was covered in feathers, with additional feathers wrapping all the way around their neck. The bizarre neckline isn't even the most eye-catching detail, as two “beaks” jut out from the breast area of the blazer. It’s the sort of illusion that needs to be studied for a minute in order to take it all in, similar to the "floating shoulders" that were around a couple of years ago.

Per the designer, the look featured four “hand-sculpted” bird beaks in total. You can see from the behind picture that the back of the blazer features the extra beaks and the “tail.” The feathers were also hand-painted, and the fashion house refers to the feathers around the neck as a “wing collar.” Color tones on the jacket include “coral” and “pistachio.” It does look difficult to sit in, though a backless bench might suffice.

Corrin wore the look for Schiaparelli Women Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026-2027 event, and the design is from that collection. It’s a look that’s totally surreal and was unlike anything else sported at the event. Corrin wore nothing under the blazer itself, but tied it with black pants and black heels to complete the look. Both the pants and accessories were also from the label.

The actor wasn’t the only major name at the Schiaparelli show. The designer has grown in popularity over the last several years, and big names like The Kardashians, Ariana Grande, and Gigi Hadid recently sporting looks, the latter only recently at Cannes. Emily Blunt famously wore a Schiaparelli gown for one of her haute couture Devil Wears Prada 2 looks. At the 2026-2027 show, Bad Bunny was also present and looking fly, but it’s hard to compare a yellow suit with gold trim to the avant-garde look Corrin sported.

A lot of Schiaparelli’s looks have an edgy or offbeat vibe. I think a good example of this is Zendaya’s “Something Blue” gown from The Drama press tour. However, this blazer really is completely out of left field, and I don’t even really know where to look first when I’m taking it all in. I do appreciate they’ve really gone for it in the celebrity fashion realm.

Corrin has proven they can go bold with fashion, and with their next role being Netflix’s Pride and Prejudice miniseries, I’m very interested in where those red carpet looks will go. Doubtless, they will be a little less surreal than this one.

Director James Cameron has always had big visions and big dreams for the Avatar movies, and it seems like he’s full speed ahead. There was an over 10-year gap between the first second films in the franchise, but the third film, Fire and Ash, came only two years after the sequel, Way of Water. While nothing has officially been announced, there has been movement on the fourth and film installments. Franchise star Sam Worthington recently revealed he'd already seen the scripts for those two films, and his comments are making me excited.

Worthington has been promoting his miniseries, I Will Find You, as of late, and he was recently asked what he is most excited about for the next Avatar movies. The actor -- who plays Jake Sully in the franchise -- didn't get into specifics about the fourth and fifth movies, which are tentatively dated for n2029 and 2031. Still, Worthington did share enthusiastic thoughts about having seen the screenplays He said CBS Mornings (as shared on Instagram):

It's great to hear that Worthington is apparently pleased with what he's seen. That should serve as a glimmer of hope for fans like myself in regard to what Cameron and co. want for the future of this franchise. I'm most excited that the fourth film is Worthington's favorite, because Fire and Ash ends in a place where there's some closure to the story. However, should it continue, there are great opportunities for the story to go in some fresh directions. Still, I may have to temper my hype for the moment.

The reason Worthington says he hopes they can keep doing the films is because the Avatar movies are famously some of the most expensive movies ever made. While the first two Avatar films became two of the highest grossing movies of all time, Avatar: Fire and Ash didn’t reach the same heights despite making over a billion dollars. The production budgets are incredibly high, and making the movies the way Cameron wants is seemingly just becoming more expensive.

On that note, Cameron has been candid about wanting to finish out the series, though he wants to do so in a way that's affordable. From a creative standpoint, Cameron is ready to make those other two movies, which he explained to CinemaBlend months ago. I'd imagine that if any filmmaker could solve a cost problem it would be someone is skilled as Cameron. Additionally, Cameron has also been thinking about story changes he wants to make for a fourth installment.

It could be a while until we finally get to see Avatar 4 and Avatar 5 on the big screen but, for right now, I'm just hoping they actually happen. It'd truly be a shame if Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña and co. didn't get to finish out the Sully family's story in the world of Pandora. For now, fans can revisit the first three Avatar films with a Disney+ subscription.

Seth Rogen entertained audiences alongside the cast of The Lion King live-action remake and in its prequel, Mufasa. The fan-favorite Canadian actor took on the role of the lovable warthog, Pumbaa, who takes in Simba with his best friend, Timon. Believe it or not, there was actually a bit of behind-the-scenes tension regarding the comedian's singing work on the film. And Rogen recently recalled having a touchy exchange with Pharrell Williams during a dinner party stemming from that creative issue.

For context, Grammy winner Pharrell Williams produced five of The Lion King remake's songs, and three of them were sung by Seth Rogen. The actor lent his pipes to “Hakuna Matata,” “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” and “The Lion Sleeps Tonight.” Rogen has been honest about being stressed over his singing for the movie due to apparently frustrating his vocal coach, who was none other than Williams himself.

While discussing his 2026 movie schedule entry -- The Invite -- with EW, Rogen told his co-star, Olivia Wilde, that the "Happy" singer wasn't pleased with the frustration comments he'd made. What resulted was the following situation:

It should be clarified that Rogen seems mostly jovial when discussing the situation. What's fair to say is that there are two sides to a story, and Rogen was simply telling his account of the situation. Clearly, Williams had a different take on the matter, though. Of course, we won't take a side here but, in general, it's worth mentioning that creative-based discussions can certainly yield passionate debates.

In terms of Seth Rogen’s actually performance in The Lion King, I think he was perfectly cast for the role of Pumbaa. The beloved warthog is known for being funny, jolly, and laid-back and, in plenty of Rogen's best movies, he effortlessly exudes those very characteristics. It was no wonder the Freaks and Geeks actor found his voiceover role to be his “most naturalistic” performance. As for his singing, I felt like Rogen put a lot of his own trademark comedic personality into each song, which was a 5/5 in my book.

As for Seth Rogen's discussion with Pharrell Williams, I would've felt quite awkward had I ben in proximity to that chat. I hope that by now, though, it’s all “Hakuna Matata” between the two entertainers. After all, they got through the recording process (and the film made over $1 billion worldwide at the box office).

You can hear Rogen’s vocal stylings in The Lion King remake, which is available for streaming with a Disney+ subscription. His latest A24 comedy, The Invite, is also playing in theaters now.

The search for the next James Bond continues, as Amazon MGM has reportedly been looking high and low for another actor to don that sacred tuxedo. Despite confirmation that casting is underway, there’s been no indication as to which exact stars are being eyed for the role. Jacob Elordi, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and others have been linked to the role for Bond 26 and, all the while, there’s been a debate over whether a woman should play the MI6 agent. Hannah Waddingham recently weighed in on that and made a good point.

Hannah Waddingham’s Take On A Female James Bond Makes Sense

Waddingham remains booked and busy, and she’s currently looking towards the release of her new action series, Ride or Die, which is (coincidentally) going to be streamable with a Prime Video subscription. The Emmy-winning actress is a jack of all trades, whose work spans various genres and mediums. So it probably shouldn’t have been a surprise that amid a special screening of her new show, Waddingham was asked if he would consider playing 007. She had an emphatic response that made her position quite clear:

So anyone who happened to be fancasting the Ted Lasso star for the role of Commander Bond should probably put all that to rest. What I’m particularly focused on, though, is her comment about her and her fellow actresses having “other things to do.” While Waddingham obviously can’t speak for the rest of the ladies in Hollywood, I think she’s pointing to the notion of female creatives working on original characters as opposed to taking over gigs long held by men.

Don’t get me wrong, gender-bending roles can be beneficial. That’s evident even in the James Bond franchise, as Judi Dench took over the role of M after a string of male predecessors. However, I like the notion of women being able to establish fresh franchises filled with multidimensional characters and not have to work within certain parameters of established IPs. There are other variables to consider when it comes to original ideas like that, though.

It can certainly be an uphill battle for female writers, directors and producers as well as actresses to get such projects made. Not only that, but audiences are also quite particular about what they watch in theaters, whether a film is led by a woman or man. Still, the optimist in me would hope that such movies and TV shows involving women can be made.

What Have Others Said About James Bond Being Played By A Woman

Like Waddingham, others have been firm when it comes to their positions on Bond becoming a female character. Former Bond girl Gemma Arterton shared her take on the subject, and the Quantum of Solace alum questioned whether a lady playing Bond would be like a man playing Mary Poppins. Atherton also noted that some may find that kind of casting “outrageous” and that “sometimes you just have to respect the tradition.” The son of late Bond actor Roger Moore, Geoffrey, was a bit more blunt. In Moore’s estimation, if a woman takes over, than the role is simply no longer Bond, though he expressed support for a new character taking on a new operative designation that wasn’t 007.

The most recent actor to play the iconic secret agent, Daniel Craig, offered up his thoughts on the debate as well, and his thoughts align with mine. Craig argued that there should be better parts for women as well as actors of color. That’s easier said than done, of course, but I agree with his take that a woman should have an original role just as good as Bond.

Still, even if a woman doesn’t play Bond, there’s still the question of who’s going to play the character when we see him on the big screen again. It’s certainly possible that Elordi, Callum Turner or other hopefuls could get their shot to play the role, but we’ll just have to wait and see. I really don’t mind the idea of a female Bond, though I do hope Hannah Waddingham and other talented leading ladies might find themselves in the position to land roles that could possibly rival 007.

It’s not a huge surprise that Minions & Monsters took the top spot at the box office for Fourth of July weekend, but the mischief-makers certainly didn’t set off the expected amount of fireworks. Toy Story 5’s $31 million in its third weekend on the 2026 movie calendar was a little too close for comfort to Minions & Monsters’ $36.4 million three-day domestic opening, so what happened?

I’ll get into some of the potential speedbumps the banana-loving yellow blobs had to overcome, but the Fourth of July falling on a Saturday might have been partially to blame. According to Rentrack (via Variety) this year’s overall ticket sales in North America topped out at around $121 million Friday and Saturday, when theaters usually take in between $150 million and $200 million over the Independence Day weekend.

Let’s break down what's going on, but first, please enjoy this offering of your Top 10 movies for the three-day weekend, per The Numbers. (* denotes a new release)

Weekend Box Office: July 3-5

Minions & Monsters Boosted By International Numbers

It’s hard to be too concerned for the Despicable Me spinoff, which seems practically guaranteed to approach $1 billion — if not surpass it — by the end of its run. Minions & Monsters hit theaters on Wednesday, earning a five-day domestic total of $61.4 million, which was on the low end of projections. International numbers, however, exceeded the expected $90 million, bringing in $98.4 million for a combined opening weekend of $159.8 million.

With an estimated budget of $85 million, making back that cash isn’t a concern for Illumination and Universal Pictures, but it’s a bit worrisome that the seventh movie in the franchise has recorded the worst opening, despite many reviews calling it the best Despicable Me movie yet. Take a look at how this latest venture compares the rest of the franchise’s domestic debuts, according to Box Office Pro:

So what happened? As I mentioned above, families may have had Saturday reserved for other things, with World Cup matches also throwing a wrench in some movie-going plans. However, Toy Story 5 is a formidable foe, clearly taking some of Minions & Monsters’ audience to earn nearly as much as the new release in its third weekend.

We also can’t overlook that this is the seventh movie in the Despicable Me series, and it’s possible that kids and/or their adult supervision have simply had their fill.

Young Washington Benefits From Its Fourth Of July Release

Moviegoers may be wanting fewer Minions in their lives, but Young Washington is seeing the exact opposite reaction. The under-the-radar George Washington biopic stars William Franklyn-Miller as the future OG POTUS, along with an impressive supporting cast of Mary-Louise Parker, Kelsey Grammer, Andy Serkis and Ben Kingsley. Its $20.8 million opening beat out all other non-animated movies for No. 3 this week and scored the highest live-action debut for Angel Studios.

In fact, the historical war drama had the second-best opening of any Angel product, behind 2025’s animated David ($22 million). Young Washington focuses on George Washington’s command in the French and Indian War between 1753 and 1755, and due to its success, a sequel based around 1776 has already been ordered.

How Critics Rated This Week’s New Releases

Positive feedback can lead to good word-of-mouth advertising, which could drive new audiences to theaters in subsequent weeks, so how did things look on Rotten Tomatoes and CinemaScore?

Young Washington likely got a boost from its Fourth of July debut, but high scores from those patriotic ticket-buyers — who enjoyed the film much more than critics — might help it next week. As for Minions & Monsters, I feel pretty confident that those who were either busy for Fourth of July or taking in Toy Story 5 will make it out and help avoid a sophomore-weekend crash.

Supergirl Takes A Dive On Second Weekend

Speaking of sophomore dips, Supergirl fell a devastating 74% from weekend to weekend, earning just $9.6 million for a domestic total of $58.5 million 10 days after the DC Studios product’s disappointing opening. With an additional $48 million from international markets, it’s skirted into nine-digit territory with $100.4 million overall.

We’ve put some thought into what’s going on with all the Supergirl hate, and for those of us who have seen the movie, we don't think it deserves the viral lambasting it’s gotten. However, unless things take a drastic turn for the DCU’s second feature, which reportedly cost $170 million to make (not including marketing and promotion), Supergirl is projected to lose at least $100 million, Variety reports.

Obsession Crosses A Big Milestone As It Finally Falls From Top 5

Obsession had basically set up shop in the box office Top 3 since its May 15 release, but for the first time, it dropped this week — its eighth weekend — to No. 6. But let me be clear — that’s not a bad thing, and there’s actually a good reason. Obsession is now available to rent or buy digitally. Now people can experience Obsession’s horror (and comedy!) from the discomfort of their own homes.

Not everybody chose to do so, however, and its continued ticket sales at the theater were enough to push it past the $400 million mark worldwide, earning $245.3 million domestically and $157.8 million overseas for a combined $403.1 million.

The Invite Hits The Top 10 Ahead Of Wide Release

The buzz is building for The Invite, and despite only showing in 28 theaters this week, it’s already taken a place in the Top 10. With Olivia Wilde’s new comedy drawing Rotten Tomatoes scores in the 90th percentile (from both critics and audience), I can’t wait to see how far it can climb when it goes wide July 10. The movie stars Wilde along with Seth Rogen, Edward Norton and Penélope Cruz, and critics are calling it a “2026 highlight.”

What To Expect From Moana And Evil Dead Burn

The live-action remake of Moana is the big one to keep your eye on next weekend, with Box Office Theory projections looking at a three-day domestic premiere of $62 million (with $57 million and $72 million being the low and high ends).

The upcoming horror flick Evil Dead Burn, meanwhile, is expected to see around $28 million.

Be sure to grab your tickets to a movie this week, then meet me back here next Sunday to break down all the highlights.

It sounds like Chris Evans knows how to get a party going and, back in the day, the original Avengers cast was apparently more than happy to go along with his shenanigans. The stars of the Marvel franchise previously opened up about a particularly fun night that they had together, and it's since become the stuff of legend. At the center of this story is a text is an "assemble" text, and Evans apparently sent that to Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston and more. What followed was a full night that we'll break down.

The evening in question took place in Albuquerque, New Mexico while the stars were shooting one of the Marvel films. During a panel at New York Comic Con, Clark Gregg, who played Phil Coulson in several Marvel Cinematic Universe movies, recalled getting Evans' text. Unsurprisingly, his great take on receiving it garnered applause from the crowd:

While those on the dais joked that a lot of details from that night should not be said legally in public, the giddy cast did seem excited to unpack some of the exciting details from that night. Tom Hiddleston -- who was also present for the panel -- hilariously recounted an exchange between Evans and Chris Hemsworth that was undeniably funny, and it involved Evans trying to figure out how Hemsworth obtained his physique for playing Thor. Hiddleston also dropped light details about the activities that proceeded that query:

So, even when the actors were all in superhero shape, they were apparently still trying to figure out how to be as ripped as Chris Hemsworth, who definitely achieved a look fit for a norse god. Even if they weren’t all like Hemsworth, they all looked pretty good, including Scarlett Johansson, who also joined the boys for the partying that evening as well.

According to Gregg, Johansson was showing off some particularly incredible dance moves, which came as an absolute shock to some other people who happened to be celebrating a birthday in the same VIP lounge. Gregg recalled:

I can’t imagine just casually celebrating my birthday party with my friends and turning around to see the Avengers cast breaking it down, especially someone as cool as Scarlett Johansson. This sounds like a glorious night, and I wouldn't be surprised if there are some details that these movie stars are keeping to themselves that we will never know about.

Of course, sometimes stories come out over time so who knows what they’d reveal if they were asked about it now. All in all, though, what I love is just how close the Marvel actors are and that they've been able to make such great memories together. Matching tattoos are one thing, but a drunken night that goes into all hours in the middle of a random city will bond you for life.

We as fans might not be privy to all the behind the scenes fun on the Avengers movies, but we can still revisit all the on-screen moments by streaming the films now with a Disney+ subscription. We can also look forward to more cast reunions, thanks to Avengers: Doomsday, which is set to hit theaters on December 18, 2026. Hopefully, the press tour for that movie yields some more funny anecdotes involving the cast.

Supergirl, starring Milly Alcock, hit theaters last weekend as the latest superhero movie on the 2026 movie schedule, and with it, we’re officially multiple films into the somewhat newly revamped DC Universe, led by James Gunn and Peter Safran. Maybe predictably, a lot of people don’t like the movie and are already calling for Gunn’s firing…or something. To be honest, sometimes I just don’t get the complaints. The movie has underperformed at the box office, but I don’t think that means it's time to scrap the whole project, and you need look no further than the early days of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The MCU Didn’t Exactly Light The World On Fire At First, Either

Like the new DCU, the MCU kicked off with a hit. DC had Gunn’s own Superman last summer, and Marvel had 2008’s Iron Man. The next Marvel release, The Incredible Hulk starring Edward Norton, dropped a month later in June 2008. Marvel was on a high, and still, Hulk disappointed at the box office, much like it appears Supergirl will. Two years later, in May 2010, Iron Man 2 came out, and while it did fine at the box office, it’s usually one of the lower-rated MCU films.

It really wasn’t until the first Avengers movie was released in 2012 (taking in more than $1.5 billion) that the MCU really started flying high. Sure, all the movies released before that, including Thor and Captain America: The First Avenger, did decent, but they weren’t the juggernauts that MCU films would be throughout the rest of the decade. After 2012, and especially in the Avengers movies, the MCU crushed all competition, including, and especially, the sputtering DCEU.

There Are Other Factors Involved

This isn’t a perfect analogy, of course. In 2012, the world was gaga for superhero movies, but 14 years and about a million movies later, some people are understandably burnt out on the genre. Superhero movie fatigue is real, and I think that’s at play here. The reaction to Supergirl has been way harsher than it deserves. It’s not a perfect movie, I grant you. The villain is pretty ho-hum, and it is a little jarring, tone-wise, compared to Superman.

However, as others at CinemaBlend have said, it’s a perfectly fine movie. It’s funny, it’s heartfelt, Alcock is great, and it skips along at a brisk pace (and a reasonable runtime). I thought it was funny, in the same way that Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy movies are. In fact, I think the whole thing bodes well for the DCU, which is clearly going for something very different than the MCU (at least, as different as you can be in the same genre). Up next is a straight body-horror movie with Clayface, which will be out in October, before we get the sequel to Superman, Man of Tomorrow, on the 2027 movie schedule.

I think after next summer we’ll have a much better idea just where the DCU stands and what kind of future it has. Calling for a shakeup now is impatient.

Not all films’ box office wins are directly affected by when they are released, but there’s obviously a reason why studios behind upcoming horror movies tend to target October debuts, or why religious movies are usually released around Easter or Christmas. Something tells me Angel Studios’ execs were keenly aware of how big Young Washington could be with an Independence Day weekend release, as the historical drama fared even better than the initial expectations for the final box office totals.

What’s more, Young Washington’s big financial win sparked director Jon Erwin to hit up social media with huge news about what’s happening next at the studio, which we’ll get into lower down. First, we’re focusing on the huge turnout in theatrical screenings, complete with surprising demographic data for the 2026 movie release.

Young Washington Crushed Its Live-Action Competition At The Box Office

Young Washington tells the oft-bypassed story of George Washington’s early days in the U.S. military, with actor William Franklyn-Miller taking on the role of the United States’ first President, though several years before that leadership achievement was reached. Along with I Can Only Imagine helmer and Wonder Project CCO Jon Erwin behind the camera, the film also boasts a solid cast including Ben Kingsley, Mary-Louise Parker, Andy Serkis and Kelsey Grammer.

The cast and subject matter were definitely enough to draw moviegoers into theaters throughout the high-temperature July 4 weekend, with Young Washington rising up to become not only the biggest live-action debut for the holiday, but also Angel Studio’s most impressive live-action opening weekend, racking up $20.8 million and besting the industry’s $15 million projections. (It was only bested by the 2025 animated release David, which brought in $22 million in its first weekend.)

Contrast that with Angel Studio’s biggest hit to date, the 2023 trafficking thriller Sound of Freedom, which earned $19.6 million in its first three days of release. Of course, that film ended up doubling that amount over its next three days for an impressive six-day total of $41.6 million. Whether or not this pre-POTUS story will top that is unknown, but I'm sure getting recommendations from Chris Pratt can't hurt.

According to Deadline, the impressive $20.8 million haul was without higher-priced ticket prices for premium larger-format screens, and the bulk of that total (67%) was earned largely from regions in the middle of the country, as well as the South. Perhaps surprisingly, the most successful location showing Young Washington was a megaplex in Utah, where consumers spent more than $111,000 on tickets. Perhaps unsurprisingly, a huge part of that crowd (47%) was also 55 years of age and older.

Young Washington's Director Is Already Confirming A Sequel Is Happening

It looks like Angel and Wonder Project were already set to enjoy box office spoils going into Young Washington's first weekend, as Jon Erwin didn't even wait for the weekend numbers to surface before taking to Instagram to share some big news with all the people who went out to see it: a sequel is already in the works, and it's being touted as going even bigger, with a pretty specific time setting locked in. Here's what the filmmaker had to say when talking about all the screenings that took place before the official release:

Given how hectic and scaled-up the battle scenes are in Young Washington, it's assumed that the 1776-focused feature will go even harder on the size and scope, as well as the effects. Can't hate on big battle scenes that cast real human extras instead of digital fill-ins.

In Angel's press announcement celebrating Young Washington's box office victory, Erwin shares his own positive thoughts and hopes for the future, which has me wondering if the two studios will collaborate on future features centering on other historical icons. Here's how he put it:

If any new projects get announced in the coming weeks that are focusing entirely on Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, or Abraham Lincoln, I'm just going to assume Angel and Wonder Project are involved until proven otherwise. But we still have George Washington's later years to look forward to on the big screen, so the others can wait.

Young Washington is now playing in theaters around the country.

This story contains very minor spoilers for Enola Holmes 3, which is now available to stream with a Netflix subscription.

Enola Holmes 3 marks the third outing for Millie Bobby Brown’s titular sleuth, and this is arguably her most personal case to date. The story centers around the fearless protagonist’s impending marriage to Lord Tewkesbury (Louis Partridge), but the festivities hit a snag when Enola’s older brother, Sherlock, is kidnapped. All the while, there’s drama between Enola and Tewkesbury, though there are also some particularly sweet moments between them. In fact, Brown revealed that one tender scene was inspired by her hubby, Jake Bongiovi.

The love story between Enola and Tewkesbury is filled with its share of ups and downs and, in many ways, this film feels like the culmination of that. With that in mind, director Philip Barantini aims to make the romantic tension between the pair palpable in this third film. As Mille Bobby Brown recently explained to The Independent, though, she suggested one particular moment between Enola and her beau. The Stranger Things star is now happily taking credit for that hair-braiding scene after being complimented for it:

During the film, Holmes and Tewkesbury decide to take an evening swim in the sea and start to prepare themselves for that cool dip. With that, Tewkesbury loving braids his fiancée tresses, smoothly putting them into a long plait.

It’s a truly intimate moment that illustrates the closeness between the two characters. It also further drives home the fact that the tea-loving Brown and Patridge. In real life, Brown herself is married to Jake Bongiovi, and it seems his hair-braiding is something she relishes:

It’s been said that real life can sometimes inform art and vice versa, and I love that the former happened in such a sweet way amid the production of Enola Holmes 3. Such a sweet situation also makes sense, considering how personal these films are to Brown, who serves as producer on the series. Brown has been carefully crafting Enola’s evolution across the films, and she wanted the threequel to be different by having a more adult-feeling tone. While the movie does feel more mature, it also maintains the sense of wonder that’s accompanied these films.

The question fans may have now is whether or not this 2026 movie schedule entry will mark the final chapter in Enola’s story. As of right now, that’s uncertain, though Brown has expressed interest in reprising the role at some point. I would hope that any future installment receives the love and care that its predecessors received. And, hopefully, Brown continues to lean on her personal experiences to help inform and inspire tender scenes like hair-braiding one.

Stream Enola Holmes 3 on Netflix now alongside the first two films. Also, anyone in need of any other viewing options can check out Netflix’s streaming schedule.

With Jackass: Best and Last on the 2026 movie schedule, the franchise is taking its final bow with a mix of new footage, greatest-hits chaos and, per reviews, there's a surprisingly poignant sense of closure. That final-chapter setup also means the cast -- which includes Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O and co. -- is looking back at some of the franchise’s most infamous moments, Now, Steve-O is sharing the story behind one of his iconic stunts, which apparently followed a "day of doing cocaine."

Of course, looking back at classic Jackass bits also means revisiting how some of those stunts came together, and Steve-O’s story about one of his best stunts, “Tropical Pole Vaulting,” is about as wild as you would expect. While talking about the final movie, the longtime MTV star opened up about the messy backstory behind the stunt, and his explanation makes the whole thing sound even more reckless than it already looked. He explained to Entertainment Weekly:

That is maybe the most early-Jackass origin story imaginable. It has bad judgment, physical danger, a strangely specific athletic component and a body of water no reasonable person would willingly enter. Somehow, it also has a recognizable creative process buried inside the madness.

For anyone who needs the refresher, “Tropical Pole Vaulting” appears in Jackass: The Movie, which you can revisit with a Paramount+ subscription. The bit is pretty much what the title promises: the former professionally trained clown uses a pole vault at various outdoor locations and hurls himself into places where human bodies are not especially welcome. It is not one of the franchise’s most elaborate stunts, but it has the grimy, slapdash energy that defined those early years.

The wild part is that, according to Steve-O, there was actually training involved. He said franchise director Jeff Tremaine helped set him up with the pole vaulting team at UCLA so he could practice before shooting the bit.

With all this said, Johnny Knoxville recently emphasized that the cast was sober while performing stunts. Steve-O’s story frames the drug use as happening the day before, though he also makes clear he was still awake and in bad shape when the stunt was happening. Either way, it paints a pretty bleak picture of where he was personally during that era.

Steve-O has been open for years about his sobriety and how his approach to stunts changed after getting clean. The Jackass franchise has always sold itself on bodies hitting the ground, but the Wildboyz veteran reflections often add another layer: the difference between performing fearlessly and performing while completely wrecked.

“Tropical Pole Vaulting” may have made the movie, but Steve-O does not sound especially proud of how he got there. If anything, his version makes the stunt feel like a snapshot of a much messier time in his and the series' life. I, for one, am happy to see him and the whole cast in a much better place, and pulling off some of the best stunts of their careers, even this many years later.

Jackass: Best and Last is now playing in theaters, so be sure to check your local listings for showtimes.

Minor spoilers for DC Studios’ Supergirl lie ahead.

When it comes to superhero movies, Jason Momoa holds a sweet distinction, as one of a group of actors who’ve been able to play two prominent roles. Momoa was hired to play Aquaman years ago as part of the DC Extended Universe and, in 2024, the fan-favorite actor achieved his dream of being cast as Lobo in the DCU. These particular versions of the DC characters do have their similarities, and even their first on-screen appearances are similar. Momoa is also aware of those parallels, and he shared a funny take with CinemaBlend.

The first sighting of Arthur Curry (Aquaman) in the DCEU technically comes in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice via footage glimpsed by Diana Prince. However, his formal debut happens in Justice League and, an early scene shows him chugging down a beer at a bar at an Icelandic village. And, funny enough, Lobo’s DCU debut in Supergirl sees him enjoying a drink at a bar on the planet Bilquis, where he encounters Kara Zor-El and Ruthye Marye Knoll. CinemaBlend had the chance to ask Momoa if the similarities of these debuts were intentional, and he jokingly refuted that notion with a perfect quip:

It’s true that Momoa has played plenty of characters who’ve enjoyed a good brew now and then. Superhero movie fans would likely agree with me when I say that the A-lister’s DC characters are particularly strong drinkers. I love this comment from Momoa, because it indicates the level of self-awareness he has when it comes not only to his characters but his own on-screen persona as a whole. Still, the star stressed that he was not responsible for Lobo and Arthur’s beverage choices:

What we have here is an actor who’s committed to his craft and, with that, he’s found considerable success. In terms of DC, Momoa’s profile rose after Aquaman earned more than $1 billion worldwide following its release in 2018. Momoa subsequently spoke about finding “baffling” levels of fame due to the movie’s success. Still, he’s apparently been able to handle the fame well, and what he appreciates is that it’s happening later in life. Momoa is specifically grateful that he’s become busy years after having been able to be with his kids during their formative years.

More recently, Momoa has been revelling in his Lobo casting, and he’s also spoken about the amount of work it took to transform him into the Czarnian bounty hunter. As it stands, Momoa seems keen on playing the role for the foreseeable future, though he said he’d only do a Lobo solo film if it were R-rated. Momoa also spoke about the prospect of someone playing Aquaman in the DCU. While he initially joked about taking that person out, he expressed openness to seeing that recasting.

Regardless of who plays the King of Atlantis next, I’d like to think fans won’t forget Jason Momoa’s take on the character and, so far, fans seem to dig his take on Lobo as well. Here’s hoping the cigar-smoking alien will return sooner rather than later and that he’ll continue to enjoy a good drink here and there. For right now, though, check out his DCU debut in Supergirl, which is now playing in theaters alongside other 2026 movie schedule releases. And stream both Justice League and Aquaman using an HBO Max subscription.

Dwayne Johnson has spent enough time on press tours to know how to handle almost any question. He can talk about his upcoming projects, his major franchises, training, fatherhood, his family's wrestling history, major career lows and Disney songs without breaking a sweat. But, apparently, even The Rock can get caught off guard when a perfectly innocent swimming question takes a sharp left turn in his brain. Johnson just misinterpreted a question during a 2026 movie calendar press tour and, now, we know way too much about what he’s into sexually.

In a video shared to Johnson’s Instagram account from the Moana global tour, an interviewer asks him a simple question: “What’s your stroke of choice?” Given the Moana connection, the host was clearly talking about swimming. He, however, heard something else entirely. You can watch the clip below.

Talk about hilarious timing. There is barely a pause before the Smashing Machine star answers with complete confidence, like he has been waiting his whole life for someone to ask this during a Disney press stop. He laughs and says:

The interviewer immediately realizes the conversation has gone far away from the ocean. With that, he tries to steer things back to the family-friendly part of the program with a, "Okay, alright, fine. I mean I was going swimming…I was thinking… what’s happening?"

That is when Johnson realizes the mistake, and his face basically does the human version of a loading screen. Suddenly, the context of promoting the live-action Moana remake kicks back in. Not whatever private mental cul-de-sac he had wandered into. He says:

Yes. Yes, he did.

Johnson clearly knew exactly how ridiculous the moment was, too. In the caption for the post, he wrote, “I may always look clean, but under the hood your boy’s filthy,” before explaining that he “honestly thought he was asking about a different kind of ‘stroke.’” He followed that with “Domination,” then “Jesus,” and admitted he needed carbs and sleep.

That might be the most Dwayne Johnson press-tour caption imaginable. The man is out there promoting an ocean adventure set for theatrical release and then streaming for folks with a Disney+ subscription. Yet, he accidentally turns a swimming question into a bedroom personality test.

What makes it even funnier is that the Mummy Returns alum does not try to play it cool afterward. A lot of celebrities might have pretended they misunderstood nothing and powered through the awkwardness. Of course, The Rock knows the only way out is to laugh at himself, so he lets the whole thing breathe.

As a whole, this situation is a true testament to Johnson's professional, yet self-deprecating nature. In all seriousness, though, the Moana press tour has seemingly meant a great deal to him, considering his love for the franchise and its ties to his heritage. Nevertheless, there has been time for sillier moments, like when he addressed a nipple-related query involving Maui, his character in the film series.

On that note, I'll take a viral moment like this "stroke" answer any day of the week. I do not think we need to update any official Dwayne Johnson biography based on one chaotic press-tour answer. But, if anyone was wondering whether The Rock could make a Moana interview unexpectedly spicy, you'll be content to have your answer.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson returns as Maui, this time in live-action form, in Moana, releasing in theaters on July 10.

Zendaya is sure to dazzle audiences as part of the awesome cast of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. Ahead of the film's premiere, though, the fashionista is bringing heat on the red carpet. Unsurprisingly, she and stylist Law Roach have decided to take some Odyssey-themed outfits to Olympian heights for the epic flick’s press tour. In fact, the fashion dream team is displaying some sweet dresses that are flowy and make Zendaya look like she just came down from Mount Olympus.

Amid the hype for Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey, Law Roach took to Instagram to show off Zendaya's flowy Trussardi gown, which gives off all the “Goddess vibes.” Check out this latest case of method-dressing:

Straight from the Trussardi Spring 2006 collection, the Challengers star's outfit is a strapless, floor-length gown that further proves the notion that she can sport just about anything. In the context of Zendaya's role in Nolan's film, it's also a fitting ensemble, given she plays the elegant Goddess of Wisdom, Athena, in the 2026 movie release. All in all, she looks completely regal and ethereal, as she poses in the classy vintage dress.

I can’t take my eyes off the metallic beadwork on the garment, which looks like falling droplets, and those Christian Louboutin jeweled sandals perfectly complement the ensemble. The former Disney Channel star always makes sure those Christian Louboutin pumps make an appearance. For instance, she sported those kicks when she rocked two perfect outfits for Dune 2 and when she wore those stiletto heels in a two-piece top and skirt for Challengers.

Zendaya and Roach weren't done giving off the “Goddess” energy, though. Roach revealed the “essence of Athena” in another social media post, which showed Zendaya wearing a custom Jacquemus gown at IET London: Savoy Place, and it makes her look like a Greek sculpture. Take a look at the dress:

The drapery of that piece is incredibly form-fitting, with its thin-strapped halter neck keeping the dress perfectly in place and providing a Grecian elegance to it. What also makes the gown so eye-popping is its low, fluid back that someone might think would lead to a wardrobe malfunction if it exposes too much down low. But, clearly, the designers knew exactly what they were doing to make this element one of the gown’s stand-out features.

The Jacquemus dress is also perfectly accessorized with Barron London 18k yellow gold and diamond disk earrings and Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps making yet another grand entrance to top it off. Talk about a timeless ensemble for the books.

Beyond watching Zendaya effortlessly transform into memorable characters on the big screen, it's also exciting to see how she and Law Roach determine method dressing for each press tour. Whether she's walked the Dune 2 red carpet looking like C-3PO or worn something old, new, borrowed, and blue for The Drama, her and Law Roach’s outfits each perfectly sync with the film being promoted. Needless to say, this is a fashion duo I can't get enough of.

Now, I'm wondering if Zendaya and Roach have anymore stellar outfits in store for The Odyssey's press tour. I'd love to see them present an outfit that gives off even more "Goddess" vibes but, in the meantime, I'll just bask in the glow of these current outfits. For now, know that Christopher Nolan's latest film hits theaters on July 17th.

Toy Story is a beloved franchise among fans, its cast, and Disney theme park attendees. Whether you’re riding the Toy Story ride, waving at the characters in a parade, or waiting for a personal photo opportunity, the Pixar box office sensation makes its mark in the parks. No one is immune to the magic and charm of the toys brought to life, especially with the 2026 movie release of Toy Story 5 riding a wave of success.

It’s no surprise that when the voice of Woody himself, Tom Hanks, takes his grandkids to Disneyland that he can feel just how special his involvement with the franchise is. According to Metro, chatting about what Toy Story means to people, Hanks explained even he couldn’t escape the joy. He said:

It’s hard to realize the impact you have on the masses until you’re faced with it at an undeniable moment or someone close to you gives you a nudge. One of those instances happened at Disneyland previously, when Hanks’ daughter pointed it out during Fantasmic!

Yes, Tom Hanks actually played Walt Disney in Saving Mr. Banks, but that’s just not the same as watching a character you’ve voiced for more than 30 years walking around in real life and interacting with others. That has to be surreal in a way that few can understand, and you can hear the genuine appreciation from Hanks in the clip.

He's not the only actor with an appreciation for the parks. Disney guy Josh Gad took over Storybook Land canal boats as a storyteller earlier this year. While the voice of Olaf in the Frozen films clearly had a grand time on his adventure, as well as when he was previously a Haunted Mansion caretaker and a Jungle Cruise skipper, it’s still not quite the same.

When you think about the best Pixar movies, or even the best films of Tom Hanks, of course Toy Story comes to mind. The franchise started with a cowboy doll named Woody becoming jealous when he met a new spaceman action figure named Buzz Lightyear that replaced him as the top toy in a boy’s bedroom. It evolved into a journey of friendship, unbreakable bonds that have now lasted through five films, and plenty of quotable lines.

Since the first film hit theaters in 1995, it has become a brand with millions of fans, endless merchandise, and lovable characters. With the success of Toy Story 5, questions have been raised about whether Toy Story 6 is possible. Only Pixar and the creative team can determine whether that will happen, but it feels like a safe bet that fans, theme park guests, and Tom Hanks will see the character continue to live on in the Disney theme parks forever.

Anne Hathaway’s massive year continues this month, with The Odyssey being the latest of her many 2026 movie releases on the way. Notably, the historical drama also marks her third time working with Christopher Nolan. But did you know the circumstances of Hathaway's first audition for Nolan? It revolves around a funny misunderstanding the actress had about what role she was auditioning for in The Dark Knight Rises.

It goes without saying that auditioning for a director like Nolan is no small feat, and Hathaway wanted to ensure she was prepared when they met for his final Batman film. Here’s what the actress recently recalled about how it went:

Now, Anne Hathaway isn’t alone in meeting a filmmaker for a superhero role she didn’t know about. A similar thing happened to the likes of Brie Larson for Captain Marvel and Paul Rudd for Ant-Man. But, in Hathaway’s case, she was under the impression that Nolan was looking for a Harley Quinn, and she dressed accordingly.

As she recalled to Happy Sad Confused, there was an the awkward moment when the filmmaker told her what role she was auditioning for, and the reveal led to her instantly change up her demeanor to adapt to it. In her words:

Hathaway says she thinks her misreading of the role actually “worked in [her] favor,” because Selina Kyle is “a chameleon”. I’d be so curious about Christopher Nolan’s recollection of his first meeting with Anne Hathaway for The Dark Knight Rises but, ultimately, she obviously made a good impression, considering she got the part!

Hathaway's hiring ended up being the first time an actress played the role of Catwoman in a live-action Batman movie since Michelle Pfeiffer’s version in 1992. Then, it wasn't until Zoë Kravitz played Selina Kyle in 2022's The Batman alongside Robert Pattinson’s version of the Caped Crusader that there was another big-screen Catwoman after the Devil Wears Prada star.

Hathaway may have been wrong about Harley Quinn at the time, but she was right about Warner Bros. wanting to bring the comic book character to life in a DC film. It was just four years later when Margot Robbie debuted her Harley Quinn in David Ayer's Suicide Squad.

For the time being, the current schedule of upcoming DC movies doesn’t officially include the return of Catwoman or Harley Quinn. However, I hope it won't be too long before these fan-favorite femme fatales come back somehow. For now, we’re excited to see Anne Hathaway reunite with Nolan to play Odysseus’ wife, Penelope, in The Odyssey, coming to theaters on July 17.

As you can probably ascertain from my name, I'm not a mom.

Even so, I still wanted to watch 2025's If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, which Time Magazine once called “Uncut Gems for Moms.” Well, since Uncut Gems is one of my favorite movies (mostly because of its amazing Adam Sandler performance), I definitely wanted to check it out, and whoa, baby. What a movie!

Now, even though I'm not a mom, I am a dad, and can I just say that I connected with this movie way more than I thought I would? Here's why.

Even As A Dad, I Worry About Being Perceived As A Bad Parent

Just recently, I wrote about how I'm upset that Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is rated R, and it’s mostly because I wanted to take my kids to see it. Now, back when I was a kid, my dad took me to see Terminator 2: Judgment Day when I was only 8, and that’s because parents back then didn't seem to care about taking their kids to see R-Rated flicks. But today, the main reason why I won't take my kids to see The Odyssey isn't because of the mature content (though that's definitely a part of it). It’s mostly because I don't want to be seen as a bad parent taking my kids to see R-rated films.

I'm always thinking about stuff like this (especially as a Black dad, since we're often already perceived to be bad parents from the get-go). Well, Rose Byrne in this movie is constantly feeling like the “bad mom,” and it drags her down. Her daughter has a gastrointestinal illness and needs a tube in her stomach, and Byrne's character constantly feels guilty from all the judgment she receives from others, which is SUPER relatable to me.

So, even though this movie is referred to as “Uncut Gems for Moms,” I definitely felt that tension, too, and I'm not even a mother!

There's Also Always The Fear That Anything Could Just Go Wrong At Any Moment

If you search up what genre this movie is in, you'll likely find it under “psychological drama.” I've also heard people refer to it as a “horror” movie (“realistic horror,” but still!). And, you know what, I agree, because this movie IS scary, though not in the traditional sense.

It mainly tackles motherhood and mental health, and in brutally realistic ways. For example, there's one woman who is undoubtedly suffering from postpartum depression, and she’s constantly worried about her baby. Now, while I have no way of knowing what a woman goes through following childbirth, I will say that as a parent, I have a constant, overwhelming sense of dread that something could happen to my children at any time, and this has been going on since their births.

The same could be said of Rose Byrne's character. She’s both constantly worried about her child, but also in constant need of a break, as she feels alone in taking care of her kid, which I'll talk about next.

Lastly, I Definitely Understand The Feeling Tired All The Time Part

My wife is a nurse, so there will be times when she works four days in a row. This, of course, means that I have the kids for four whole days at a time during these summer months, and anybody with kids will tell you that being a parent is a full-time job in itself.

Thankfully, my in-laws are always available if I need to take a gym break, but I know what it's like to be tired all the time, and Rose Byrne deserved that Best Actress nomination for playing a mom who is literally tired for an entire movie.

And, sister, same. As a parent, I FEEL that to my very core. I may be a dad, but I know what it's like to feel exhausted from morning til night, and that's why even though I might not be a mom, this movie speaks to me on every level.

Now that Minions & Monsters is the latest 2026 movie release to take a banana at the summer box office, a long-standing question I’ve had about the franchise has once again resurfaced: "Why aren’t there female Minions?" Pierre Coffin, who is the voice behind the Minions themselves and the director of multiple movies in the series, has big opinions on the subject.

The Minions have been causing chaos in Despicable Me and Minions movies for over 15 years now, but I've noticed not once has a girl minion shown up. Coffin has been behind the yellow ones since the beginning, and has now helmed five movies, with Minions & Monsters being the latest. When asked about the prospect, he had a pretty blunt take, noting:

As Coffin told The Guardian, he’s not on board with female Minions, but he does think it's possible we could see them in the future, though his reasoning had more to do with supposed marketing than his personal preference.

The Minions were created for the first Despicable Me film out of necessity for the story to have some comic relief to foil the character of Gru. The little guys have since become a phenomenon and main characters in their own right across a trilogy of Minions movies, but they've remained just that, little guys.

Which brings me to the other question adult fans have often: How do Minions procreate? The answer is, well, they don't.

Now, this is interesting. Back when Pierre Coffin and his Minions collaborators were working on the first spinoff film, apparently they did kick around the idea of female Minions, but ultimately decided against it. I'm normally all for adding more ladies into movies, but I do think he makes a great point about there being little reason for them to exist, and as that phrase goes, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

When the same question was asked of Pierre Coffin back in 2015, I liked his reasoning, too. He said girl Minions don’t exist because he “couldn’t imagine” it because of “how dumb and stupid they often are.” And hey, if Minions don’t reproduce how humans do, it really wouldn’t make sense for male and female versions to exist in the first place!

Regardless, the latest installment in this franchise, Minions & Monsters, is now in theaters, and it’s been earning rave reviews for being “purely enjoyable” and “a welcome return to form”. While it's opening was a bit lower than projected, it was still very much No. 1 during the Fourth of July holiday weekend in the U.S.. With how popular the Minions have been over the years, you never know what new things we'll learn about them next.

July is Disability Pride Month, and along with it serving as a reminder for more of us to check out all the great movies starring people with disabilities, there are so many ways those with these identities have contributed to Hollywood films behind the scenes. One story that I just learned has to do with the making of Sony Pictures Animation’s GOAT, a 2026 movie release from earlier this year. I just found out the movie assembled an entire team of disabled employees to loop the film. Don’t know what “looping” is? Neither did I until I came across their story.

The Cool Way Sony’s Goat Made History For People With Disabilities

GOAT is basically an underdog sports movie told creatively in a fictional world where co-ed predator animals play together in something very close to basketball called Roar-ball. And the animated movie, which is now available to stream with a Netflix subscription, featured the first-ever all-disability loop group to work on a major studio film, per Variety.

I had never heard about this before, but a loop group supplies the voices in the background of a scene that needs it. And since GOAT primarily takes place at Roar-ball games, there was a lot of looping to do. Nic Novicki, the founder of this groundbreaking loop group, said this about how the job can cater to anyone:

Novicki and The Disability Loop Group had been trying to get on a feature film for years, and GOAT was the first opportunity for them to finally do so. I love how the movie itself is about an unexpected character (a goat) who gets to play in the big leagues, and behind the scenes, a group of people with disabilities got to work all together to provide a necessary service for the film.

I Had No Idea What Looping Was Before Learning This Story

Not only did The Disability Loop Group achieve something new in Hollywood worth celebrating during Disability Pride Month, but the story itself taught me about one aspect of filmmaking I didn’t know about before. Here’s Novicki’s explanation of the loop group’s job:

While a live-action movie might have ambient sound that can be recorded on location if a basketball game was part of a movie – GOAT had to start from scratch. The loop group had to take the time to help create the world of the movie through constructing things like chants, background chatter, crowd energy and reactions. It sounds like a meticulous job, and a fun one, and I’m happy I know about it now.

The disabled are still underrepresented in movies and TV, and this story is a small but cool example of some of the unsung jobs and people in Hollywood we don’t highlight enough. Congrats to The Disability Loop Group. I hope we hear about them getting more work in future movies and/or TV shows.

Toy Story 5 spoilers are ahead, so READ ON WITH CAUTION!

Andy and Bonnie’s famous toys returned this summer by way of the 2026 movie release Toy Story 5. Reviews for the Pixar sequel were very positive, and it smashed box office records during its opening weekend, earning $160 million domestically in three days, which was a new benchmark for the franchise. Considering all of that success, one might be tempted to think that a sixth installment is on the way. That hasn't been announced, though Tom Hanks (the voice of Woody) shared a great take on whether such a film should happen.

Toy Story 5 reveals a previously untold part of Jessie the Cowgirl’s story and, at the same time, it focuses on the toys dealing with the threat of tech. Ultimately, though, the film ends with owner Bonnie embracing her toys alongside her new friend, Blaze. All the while, Woody and Bo Peep continue to help abandoned toys find homes. Overall, the biggest loose ends are tied up, so I could completely understand Tom Hanks' rationale when asked by EW, if another movie should be made:

Hanks makes a lot of sense. After seeing this fifth film, I felt like everything was tied up pretty well. And, believe it or not, the Saving Private Ryan star was initially hesitant to take on another Toy Story movie for fear there’d be no story left to tell. However, he became hooked on the concept of the toys facing the threat of technology. All of that is a testament to the notion that a good story can really draw someone to a project. So, on that note, what could another TS flick entail?

All I can think of is a story that possibly brings characters like Slinky, Rex, Hamm or even Lilypad to further prominence with their own main storylines. It goes without saying that with each film, the ensemble of characters has grown, so there are plenty of stories to mine from any of them. And, of course, major players like Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie would theoretically remain in key roles as well.

It's honestly been interesting to see how Disney and Pixar have continued to expand this franchise following 2010's Toy Story 3, which was thought to be the end of the series. Nevertheless, Pixar figured out how to tell more stories in unique and entertaining ways. It goes without saying that the studios have found success, but they still might want to tread lightly with further installments.

TS5 director Andrew Stanton recently spoke with CinemaBlend about a possible conclusion for the franchise, saying it would have to be told “just right.” The fifth movie’s co-writer, Kenna Harris, also joked it may take 100 movies to get there! (Of course, at that point, I hope kids are still playing with toys.)

I'm definitely down for more, but I'll side with Tom Hanks on the point that there needs to be a story worthy of being told for that film to happen. What we have here is an example of a franchise that arguably keeps getting better as it goes, I definitely wouldn't want to see the quality decline due to lackluster storytelling.

Feel free to watch the new adventures of Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of your favorite toys in Toy Story 5, which is playing in theaters now. You can also watch the franchise’s first four movies using a Disney+ subscription.

Angelina Jolie has been in several high-profile relationships throughout the course of her life, with the most notable arguably being her marriage to Brad Pitt. That union, however, eventually ended, and a contentious divorce battle ensued for years. Jolie (51) and Pitt (62) settled their divorce in 2024, and the latter has since moved on with another partner. As of right now, Jolie isn’t seeing anyone, an insider is dropping claims regarding how the Adventures of Cliff Booth star has affected that stance.

Insider Makes Claims About Angelina Jolie’s Take On Dating

Earlier this year, it was reported that Jolie had been doing fine in the years since her latest divorce and that she’d been “busy” with work and focused on her six kids, whom she shares with Pitt. It was also said at the time that the Maria star hadn’t had a boyfriend since the split. A source for In Touch Weekly recently discussed Jolie’s love life and, allegedly, her relationship with Pitt – who she leveled abuse allegations against in a lawsuit – damaged her perception of romance. The unnamed individual laid out that claim by saying:

On the other side of that equation, Brad Pitt has been dating jeweller Ines de Ramon since late 2022, and they’ve been spotted in public together on multiple occasions. The two were most recently spotted at the French Open this past June, at which point they drew Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet comparisons due to their PDA. If the aforementioned insider is to be believed, Jolie isn’t keen on having such a relationship:

All of this should be taken with a grain of salt. While the Eternals alum hasn’t attested to her ex-spouse/co-star supposedly affecting her views on dating, she has recently spoken about remaining single after the divorce.

What Has Angelina Jolie Said About Dating?

It’s seldom that Jolie talks about dating and what she looks for in her ideal partner. The Oscar winner did, however, recently speak to Yahoo! Entertainment about not having dated for years:

Jolie and Pitt share Maddox (24), Pax (22), Zahara (21), Shiloh (20) and twins Knox and Vivienne (17). By all accounts, she and her children are quite close, and those relationships reportedly endure as they allegedly remain estranged from Pitt. Jolie has also discussed some changes she’s experienced since her divorce, specifically her inability to travel as she pleases. In time, she also plans to leave Hollywood but not until all of her kids have turned 18 and are out of the house.

So, all in all, it seems Angelina Jolie does indeed have plans for the future, though they don’t appear to involve romance. With that, it’s unclear if she’ll eventually decide to re-enter the dating pool like Brad Pitt has.

The late Roger Ebert is one of the film industry's most notable critics, and while he's no longer with us, many of his opinions live on via the internet. We're all familiar with the classic movies he hated, and that he had some occasionally radical opinions, such as his radical distaste for fandoms and the role they hold in Hollywood.

While I hold reverence for Ebert and the road he paved as much as other past critics, I have to say I was shocked by this quote from his book, A Horrible Experience of Unbearable Length: More Movies That Suck, traveling the internet. In it, he goes on a rant that serves as a takedown of fandom culture, and doesn't mince words on how he feels about it. Read it below:

It's pretty rough stuff to read, especially if you're someone excited about upcoming Star Wars movies or bummed about the lack of new shows on the way for Star Trek. I find myself in both of those categories, and as a proud member of many fandoms, I have to talk about my problems with what Roger Ebert said so long ago.

Fandoms Are Not Full Of "Socially Inept" People

Roger Ebert made a lot of generalizations about fandoms, and I think the rudest is calling people who are dedicated fans "socially inept." Speaking personally, some of the biggest Star Trek fans I know are not only plenty capable of talking about things outside of it, but they've also managed to turn that fandom into a career.

In fact, many of Star Trek's recent showrunners, like Mike McMahan, started out as fans, and they used their encyclopedic knowledge of The Next Generation and other shows to pay homage to them or even come up with new ways to enjoy them. Some of them even became actors on the series, like Tawny Newsome. Go to one of her panels, and you'll realize she's forgotten more Trek knowledge than you may know.

These are just high-level examples, and say nothing to scores of fans I've met over the years who thrived in their job fields as engineers, scientists, doctors, or content creators. To generalize "fandoms" as nothing but a place for social outcasts to amass and spew facts at each other is not only rude, it's widely incorrect in my opinion. Fans across all across the human spectrum, which is part of what makes it so special.

Roger Ebert Forgets The Personal Attachment Many Have To Fandoms

Another thing Roger Ebert fails to understand about fandoms is that an intense love of any franchise can often start from an earnest place. Maybe we love a particular show or movie because we watched it with a loved one, or we experienced it through a particularly remarkable time in our lives. Entertainment can be therapeutic or comforting, and in those moments a fandom is born.

The way Ebert talks about it, it's like a person who is effectively a blank slate found a show and used it to shield the world from just how boring they were. Again, that's very rarely the case, and sounds like a comment from someone who was never really a part of one. Had he actually participated in a fandom, I think he might feel differently, but I guess we'll never know.

All this to say, I still admire Roger Ebert, and his right to have an opinion that still makes people feel things even from beyond the grave. Even if I think his opinion is wrong, I have to respect that!

Half a million cheese cones. Five Million riders (or nearing it) on most of the marquee attractions. Families coming to the parks in IP clothing starting on Day 1. The Epic Universe team has seen a lot of milestones in its first year, and they believe it all happened because of the one rule they had in place when dreaming up the portals.

Seriously, there was one rule the Universal Orlando team stood by as the metric for determining whether an idea might move forward or not. Otherwise as Chef Jens Dahlmann mentioned to CinemaBlend and other outlets, ‘there were no restraints.” The dreamers could go as far as they dared to go.

In a Q&A, Executive VP and General Manager of Epic Universe Jeff Polk shared this one rule the entire creative team, from the chefs to the ride designers and VPs, all had when coming up with new ideas in the parks.

It sounds simple, but honestly it was anything but. Epic Universe is made up of thousands and thousands of compounded ideas that all lead to one seamless experience. Just look at Super Nintendo World as an example. You take an escalator through a portal to get into that section of the park. The world is immersive from the moment you step into it, but if you have a Universal Mario band there are even more options to go interactive and to play games leading to other secrets in that section of the park. You can have a wild DK float that’s as big as your face. You can meet Princess Peach and dance with Toad. It all looks like this:

Or, look to Dark Universe, where Ygor roams around, the well lights up at night, and werewolf footprints are “stamped” into the concrete of the forest on Curse of the Werewolf. All these things took people to dream them up.

The creatives knew when they had hits, as Ariana Morabito, VP of Entertainment for Epic Universe and some of the others involved with the park’s creation all cited the Meet-and-Greet with Toothless as a moment they really specifically felt they hit the highest bar. In fact, they were all on hand to watch Toothless roll out.

As someone who has met Toothless, the feeling of touching the dragon is pretty indescribable, and special, even for a grownup. The wonder when kids get to do it will leave an impression. It all came back to the one word though. Per Jeff Polk, “epic” was the only way to measure every single thing that came into being, and it led to over 161 patents being created just for the one theme park.

One a year later, Universal’s park is still going strong. Epic Universe has made adjustments to its schedule in the first year, staying open later to accommodate the wishes of guests, and other changes are being cemented as we speak. The parks recently started testing Universal Celestial Goodnight, a new fireworks show set to officially debut next month on July 7th. There’s rumors about new attractions heading to the Ministry of Magic and other areas of the parks. It’s only a year in, and all I see are growth opportunities ahead. I’m guessing that one rule is still in place for the creative team and will be for awhile.

The 4th of July is here, and it’s time to celebrate not only by watching fireworks but by catching a flick or two at your local theater. There are plenty of 2026 movie releases to choose from, like Toy Story 5, Minions & Monsters, Supergirl and more. However, Chris Pratt shouted out a different recently released film when sharing his take on what audiences should see to celebrate America’s 250th birthday (and it makes so much sense).

Anyone in need of a movie recommendation should know that Chris Pratt posted an Instagram reel in which he shouted out Young Washington, an under-the-radar new George Washington biopic that hit theaters this past Friday. Check out the video below to see Pratt's effusive praise for the movie, and its lead actor:

Based on the early life of the eponymous Founding Father, the Jon Erwin-directed and co-written epic war-drama flick chronicles George Washington's leadership of the Virginia militia during the French and Indian War. William Franklyn-Miller plays the lead role, and he's joined by veteran actors Ben Kingsley, Andy Serkis, Mary-Louise Parker and Kelsey Grammer.

It’s understandable as to why Pratt would consider this a must-watch, as we honor 250 years of our nation. I mean, why not learn about a part of Washington’s life that some may not even be that aware of? Pratt also sells the film in a big way by calling it a mixture of The Revenant, Braveheart and Pride and Prejudice. Now, if that's not a ringing endorsement, then I don't know what is!

It's also great to see Pratt shout out Franklyn-Miller, who is a British actor and model While the up-and-coming actor has had small parts in TV shows like Arrow and Neighbours, the George Washington biopic marks his big-screen debut. Franklyn-Miller also has more work on the way, as he'll be starring in the upcoming Apple TV series Neuromancer and the book-to-TV screen adaptation of The Age of Innocence that’s expected to be available for Netflix subscription holders.

Of course, the public doesn't necessarily have to go see Young Washington, as there are plenty of other options as well. And I'm not just talking about movies that are currently playing in theaters. Cinema aficionados can also watch a perfect trio of patriotic ‘90s action flicks -- Independence Day, Air Force One and Con Air -- which are all streamable with Disney+ subscription. There are also other great titles on the streamer and other platforms that'll have people feel patriotic.

Still, fans are more than welcome to take Chris Pratt’s recommendation for Young Washington if they so choose. It goes without saying that it's huge to be able to say that we live in a time at which we can celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States. So it might behoove Americans to find some way or another to signify such a momentous occasion.

On that note, viewers can see what the Jurassic World actor is talking about by catching Young Washington in theaters now. And, while you're at it, seek out some of Chris Pratt's blockbusters to watch over the holiday as well.

Ever since we learned Sunrise on the Reaping would not only be the latest Hunger Games novel but a film on the 2026 movie schedule, it shot straight to the top of upcoming book-to-screen adaptations I’ve been looking forward to. But how will the new Haymitch actor stack up to Woody Harrelson’s performance in the original trilogy? Well, the latest look at the movie proved why we should be very excited for newcomer Joseph Zada's take on the role.

Joseph Zada Opens Up About Playing A Younger Haymitch

In the Hunger Games movies, July 4th is both Haymitch Abernathy’s birthday and Reaping Day. In celebration of the notable day, Lionsgate just released an in-depth featurette (which you can watch above) about Sunrise on the Reaping, and it’s got me double-circling the movie’s release date on my calendar.

Joseph Zada was officially cast as Haymitch over a year ago, which he calls the “most life-changing experience” for him in the video. Can you imagine going from being a pretty much unknown actor to leading one of the most iconic franchises of the 21st century? With that question in mind, I totally get why he said the following about Woody Harrelson:

Zada is a 20-year-old newcomer who hails from Australia, and most recently starred in the Prime series We Were Liars last summer. Sunrise on the Reaping is no doubt his biggest part so far. So, he got candid about the pressure that comes with playing the character previously made famous by Harrelson. And I totally get why it would be an intense experience.

However, I’m getting more excited about his performance purely from seeing more clips from the film along with other cast members talking about it.

Why I Think Joseph Zada Will Be Spot On In Sunrise On The Reaping

After seeing this featurette, there’s one moment that really has me thinking Zada is going to do the role justice. Late in the new sneak peek, there are side-by-side shots of Zada and Harrelson giving a subtle nod that made me feel completely like I was watching a flashback of the same person. I know it’s a small thing, but it makes me think that Zada really studied his predecessor's performance and made sure to add some of his mannerisms throughout the movie.

The featurette also talks about how the movie will get into the rebellious spirit of Haymitch before he wins the Hunger Games and becomes Katniss and Peeta’s mentors. It's all in the details, and I see them coming to life in front of my eyes. Now, I feel really confident that Zada is going to get it right.

And, hopefully Woody Harrelson will get to return to the role, too, at the end of the movie. In the Sunrise on the Reaping book, an older Haymitch recounts his life, so I would love to see the actor come back as well. Plus, that would help hammer home the parallels between his original performance and Zada's take on Haymitch in this new movie.

Sunrise on the Reaping is set to come to theaters on November 20, so let the countdown begin!

Supergirl – the latest film from DC Studios – has generated plenty of discussions since its release as part of the 2026 movie schedule, and not all of it has been good. While early reactions to the latest DCU movie were mostly positive, audience and critical reception has been mostly mixed since, and the film is now flopping at the box office. Various film pundits have seemingly been analyzing the situation, trying to assess what happened. Now, insiders are sharing claims about early test screenings, and they were allegedly less than stellar.

As is the case with many major studio films, Craig Gillespie’s Supergirl was subject to test screenings, which are used to test the waters in regard to what hits and what doesn’t hit for audiences. It was reported back in October that DC Studios Co-CEO James Gunn held a secret screening for executives and some close friends. That aside, THR recently reported that Gillespe’s latest movie was marred by creative differences with Gunn, one of the film’s producers and, as a result, the post-production process was supposedly hectic.

Insiders also alleged that the Milly Alcock-led superhero film ultimately had at least four official test screenings held between December 2025 and March 2026. The test scores are tallied out of 100 points, and sources claimed the movie “never escaped” the 60s. However, another source claimed the best score the movie attained was a 70. Yet an additional insider provided a different alleged take, as they claimed the film achieved test scores in the low 70s by the winter after changes were made to the cut.

Still, creative disagreements apparently persisted for different reasons, including the film’s music (and that final-battle needle drop). THR’s sources alleged that, in time, a second cut of the film was produced by the studio and was put into a “bakeoff” with Gillespie’s cut. Apparently, Gillespie’s version was 11 minutes longer and included more of Matthias Schoenaerts’ Krem of the Yellow Hills (the film’s thin and MCU-esque villain). After both cuts screened, scores reportedly dropped all around, but the studios’ won out by only two points.

The test screening process can definitely be tedious but, in many ways, it can help indicate how an audience will respond to a film. As for creative disagreements, those can happen as well, and the results can vary. Per a source, a bakeoff “happens more than you think, but it’s not normal.” Regardless of what really happened behind closed doors between Gillespie, Gunn and co. from a creative standpoint, insiders said most of Supergirl’s test scores were in the 60s, which are the scores that fellow DC flicks Shazam! Fury of the Gods and the scrapped Batgirl also apparently earned.

Supergirl’s box office debut was lackluster, with the film only earning $38 million domestically during its opening weekend and finished those first few days with $68 million worldwide. The domestic number was notably below expectations, which had the film earning between $39 million up to $55 million. For context, the film reportedly has a $175 million production budget, and it needs to make somewhere between $315 million and $375 million to break even. As for how the film will perform during this 4th of July holiday weekend, Forbes is forecasting a 73% drop and $10 million domestic haul.

The poor reception to Craig Gillespie’s film isn’t deterring DC Studios, though. Co-CEO Peter Safran acknowledged that the movie’s performance wasn’t what was hoped for, but he emphasized that it was only one part of a larger plan for the DCU. And, per Safran, he, Gunn and his colleagues remain hopeful about their strategy. To that point, Milly Alcock will reprise her role as Kara Zor-El in Gunn’s Man of Tomorrow, which opens in theaters in 2027. I’d imagine execs are hoping for higher test scores when it comes to that movie.

I love hearing personal stories about some of my favorite actors, especially when the experience shared reveals the strength of their character. There are some actors who are spoken of so fondly by their former cast-mates that their positive reputation seems undeniable. Such is the case for the late Alan Rickman, who's remembered by fans for his iconic roles, and by his colleages for the memorable experiences they had working with him. That includes his Harry Potter co-star Tom Felton, who played fellow Slytherin, Draco Malfoy, in all eight Harry Potter movies.

In an article run by The Guardian, which featured several tributes from his friends and colleagues ten years after Rickman's death, Tom Felton spoke of two things he learned from Rickman while getting to work with him, the first of which was the message Rickman conveyed through the simple act of lining up for his food on set. As Felton noted, Rickman could've had his food delivered to his trailer like some of the other stars, including Felton, but he apparently opted not to do that. Per Felton:

I love the way Felton describes this story, allowing us to picture a fully-costumed Severus Snape standing in line, holding his tray, waiting for his food like everyone else. As amusing as that sounds, I really like what Felton took away from Rickman's behavior. He was just a kid when he starred in the Harry Potter movies, and in the article, he notes that he recognized Rickman from one of his famous villainous performances (the Sheriff of Nottingham in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves) . It's understandable why something as simple as lining up for food would make an impression on a young actor.

The same goes for the other thing Felton says he learned from Rickman. This one has to do with charity and what young fans expected or hoped for from the experience of meeting a star:

Felton went on to explain that Rickman would behave like Snape to these children, sneering at them and telling them to tuck in their shirts, because he knew the kids wanted to meet the character, not the actor.

Alan Rickman died at the age of 69 in 2016. I'm sure we can all agree that he left an incredible legacy from some truly memorable and wonderful performances. At the same time, I'm just as sure that I'm not alone in wishing he were still with us, as he really was one of a kind. While we can always revisit his films, I'm also glad for stories like Felton's, which allow us to get to know the man behind the sneer a little bit better.

Harry Potter fans will have a whole new adaptation to watch when Season 1 of HBO's new series arrives on the 2026 TV schedule this December. As excited as I am to see a new take on the beloved Wizarding World books, I'll never tire of learning new things about the original movies and the people involved in making them.

We just passed the halfway point of the year, and I can confidently say that Toy Story 5 is definitely one of my favorite 2026 movies. Pixar’s latest gave me everything I wanted out of a sequel to a franchise I’ve grown up with my whole life, and seeing Jessie finally get her moment is a big reason why. Days after I walked out of the theater with a big smile on my face over the new animated film, I decided to give its predecessor, Toy Story 4, another shot, and I’m very happy I did! Let’s get into it.

What I Thought About Toy Story 4 When It First Came Out

While it took me a double-take to believe it, Toy Story 4 came out seven years ago. I remember going to see it in the theaters opening weekend just like I did for its newest installment – but I recall being very disappointed and feeling kind of icky about it. Given, for context – it was the first Toy Story movie that came out since I became an adult.

My most potent memory about the movie was the Toy Story 4 ending where Woody and Buzz say goodbye to each other with “To infinity and beyond”. I can recall the heavy sigh the scene incited from me like it was yesterday. To me, I think it felt like Pixar was trying to recreate the perfect ending of Toy Story 3 with another heartfelt goodbye between two major characters, and it just didn’t hit the same as last time, in what I would consider one of the best Pixar movies ever made.

Otherwise, I remember liking Forky and thinking Toy Story 4 was OK overall, but just kind of unnecessary. What a difference seven years makes!

What I Think After My Recent Rewatch After Seeing Toy Story 5

After loving Toy Story 5 as much as I did, I started to question my previous feelings about Toy Story 4. Was it really as bad as I thought it was? After my latest viewing, I can confirm that I was way too harsh on the sequel, and I think I know why. Toy Story 4 had to follow Toy Story 3, and even though it had been almost a decade since it had come out at that point, I wasn’t sold on the idea of Woody, Buzz and the gang coming back yet. Technically, I still think of Toy Story 4 as the weakest of the movies, but really not by much.

This time, I really appreciated Toy Story 4 for how it took some time to explore Woody’s life post-Andy. I kind of think of it as a metaphor for being an empty-nester parent who’s trying to find your purpose after your kid goes to college. I haven’t had that experience myself, but I’ve seen my parents struggle to redefine themselves since I went away to college and became an adult. With that in mind, I found Woody’s journey to be really meaningful, and his decision to “retire” (which becomes a hilarious gag in 5) and go after Bo Peep isn't sad, but a really beautiful start of a new chapter for him.

After watching Toy Story 5, I also was curious about seeing more of Bonnie from before and how the toys adjusted to being part of her room before. I really like how both 4 and 5 explore different ways that toys can be helpful to kids through Bonnie – who I realized now is very different from Andy and very much of her generation. And, I'm happy we have multiple kids in the Toy Story franchise.

The conclusion that I’ve come to is that every Toy Story movie has been made with complete love and care, and I’ll be happy to take more as long as there’s another good story to tell. And I like how each one has a few different main characters to come back to depending on how I feel the next time I want to go back and watch a Toy Story movie. If you felt similarly to me about Toy Story 4, I very much recommend a rewatch!

Robert Downey Jr. has worked with enough filmmakers that when he starts comparing directing styles, I am going to listen. This is an actor whose career has taken him from his father’s underground film world to John Hughes, Richard Attenborough, Shane Black, Jon Favreau, Guy Ritchie, Christopher Nolan and, soon enough, back to the MCU for a new Marvel movie where he'll play Doctor Doom. So, when he casually drops a Clint Eastwood story about “calling action” while talking about how different movie sets operate, my ears perk up.

RDJ was recently asked what it was like working with Nolan on Oppenheimer. Instead of jumping straight into the usual praise, he backed into the answer by mentioning legendary actor and director Clint Eastwood, and the detail is one I had never heard before. He explained during an interview with Conversations for Our Daughters:

That is such a fascinating little detail about the A Fistful of Dollars star. Calling “action” is one of the most basic pieces of film language. Even people who have never been near a set know that rhythm: quiet on set, roll camera, action. It's practically baked into how most people imagine movies being made.

Yet, according to the Iron Man actor, Eastwood avoided it because he did not like the hard line it created between regular human behavior and performance. Interestingly, Downey does not appear to have worked with Eastwood himself, but this is clearly one of those Hollywood stories that has made the rounds, even if it was new to me.

The story makes sense for Eastwood, whose screen persona has often been built on economy. As a director, he has a reputation for working quickly, keeping setups simple and bringing films in under budget and on schedule. If you are trying to get actors into something natural, maybe a shouted command is not the cleanest way in, especially if they may only get one or two passes at the material.

Downey then used that thought to pivot to Nolan, whose approach sounds different but is similarly stripped down. He continued:

That description lines up with the Nolan lore that has built up over the years. His sets have a reputation for focus, discipline and very little wasted motion. Tom Holland, who worked with Nolan on The Odyssey, has also talked about how the director runs a set and how that experience influenced the attitude he brought to the making of the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

The Avengers star went on to say Nolan “abhors waste” and “craves efficiency,” but he also made an important distinction. To Downey, Nolan’s style is not about avoiding chaos entirely. He continued:

The Chaplain actor also compared working with Nolan to working with “a good parent,” aka someone who will not let you get away with nonsense but who wants you to succeed. That might be my favorite part of his answer, because it explains why an actor of his stature would seem so eager to give himself over to that environment.

Both Nolan and Eastwood, at least in Downey’s telling, seem suspicious of unnecessary noise. During Eastwood's career, he avoided the big “action” command because it interrupted the delicate shift into performance. Meanwhile, Nolan strips away anything that does not belong in front of the camera because waste gets in the way. Two iconic filmmakers, two very different methods, and one surprising shared instinct: protect the moment.

RDJ returns to Marvel in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, which is set to hit theaters Dec. 18. As for Eastwood, he worked well into his 90s, though his family has indicated he is likely done making movies. His final acting and directing effort appears to be 2021’s Cry Macho. And honestly, after seven decades in show business, the man has more than earned the right to fold up his director’s chair.

Christopher Nolan is famous for being a “serious” director. He is responsible for his Oscar-winning direction of Oppenheimer and for one of the best superhero movies ever, The Dark Knight. He also has a reputation for being incredibly particular about how he makes films, from insisting on theatrical experiences to shooting projects like his upcoming 2026 calendar release, The Odyssey, entirely on IMAX cameras. And I'm not even getting into those alleged chair bans on set. Basically, it should come as no surprise that his script's security has a bit of cinematic weirdness, too. According to Jessica Chastain, he only sends his actors red scripts.

In an Instagram video shared by director and photographer Aidan Tanner, Jessica Chastain broke down some of her marked-up scripts from Interstellar and The Eyes of Tammy Faye. She confirmed one of Nolan's behind-the-scenes habits: he sends his actors red scripts. The choice was originally meant to prevent copies from being made, but now it's also seemingly just his thing.

As the Zero Dark Thirty star flipped through the script in the clip, she paused to point out the small countermeasure the filmmaker takes to protect his stories.

Talk about a Christopher Nolan detail that obviously feels both practical and slightly absurd in the best way. Red paper makes a script harder to photocopy clearly, which helps protect the story from leaking. It also makes the object itself feel special, almost like a classified document from some secret film bunker.

For a movie like Interstellar, streaming with a Paramount+ subscription, I get it. Nolan’s best films often depend on carefully controlled information. The audience is not supposed to know too much too soon. Whether he is bending time, hiding a reveal or letting a character’s emotional arc snap into place late in the story, the experience is built around discovery. A leaked script could ruin some of that before the movie ever reaches theaters.

Still, what I love most about Chastain’s clip is that it quickly becomes less about Nolan’s secrecy and more about her acting process. The red script was the flashy piece of trivia, but the markings were where the real work was happening.

She explained the changes she made to a scene in the 2014 sci-fi thriller, Interstellar:

Chastain was not just reading the script as written and treating every direction like a commandment. She was adjusting the dialogue so it sounded more alive to her. She was crossing out emotional instructions because she did not want to pre-plan the moment too tightly. That little “Starts Crying” note says a lot. Some actors might use that as a target. She saw it as something that could get in the way.

There is also a funny contrast here. The Prestige filmmaker can do everything possible to keep a script from being copied, passed around or spoiled -- though as Cillian Murphy wryly noted to 60 Minutes in a separate Oppenheimer interview about the red scripts, "But I don’t know who photocopies in 2024." Once that script reaches an actor, he or she seems willing to let it become something more personal.

The red pages show how carefully the moviemaker protects his stories, while Chastain’s notes show how an actor helps make those stories breathe. Good filmmaking needs both sides of that equation: a director protective enough to guard the vision, and wise enough to give collaborators room to explore it.

Christopher Nolan’s next big film, The Odyssey, lands in theaters on July 17.