The streaming wars have been in effect for years, with each service producing new content and vying for subscribers. Those with a Netflix subscription have been treated to non-stop releases, including the popular mystery limited series The Perfect Couple, which people loved and hated. Liev Schreiber was one of the many recognizable faces in the series, and he recently reacted to The Perfect Couple’s success on Netflix, saying "I was really nervous."

The Perfect Couple had a killer cast (pun intended), with Liev Schreiber playing opposite Nicole Kidman as the head of the Winbury family. The Perfect Couple dominated on Netflix upon its release, and became a water cooler show. Schreiber was asked about the project during an In Conversation at the Hamptons International Film Festival, and he opened up about his perspective. As the actor put it:

Points were made. Sometimes Netflix releases come out at the perfect time, with new projects being watched by insane numbers as it ranks on the streaming service. Timing definitely factored into The Perfect Couple, as well as fan favorite actors like Schreiber, Kidman, and White Lotus' Meghann Fahy. Although Kidman did get flak for spoiling its ending.

The Perfect Couple quickly went viral upon its release, partly thanks to the theme song/dance number that opened each episode. It trended at #1 on Netflix, and memes also arrived online. This is partly thanks to the show's unique tone, and mixture of comedy and drama. Later in his same appearance at HIFF, he gave flowers to a few of his collaborators. In his words:

It certainly did look like the cast had fun, including Liev Schreiber. He definitely got to flex his comedic muscles in the project, with his character Tag Winbury often crossfading and getting obliterated. And his performance during Greer's book event is definitely one that I'll remember.

Schreiber's comments about Nicole Kidman make a ton of sense if you'e been watching her career lately. She's basically working non-stop, producing and starring in a variety of TV shows and movies. And her ability to craft wholly new characters is impressive.

The Perfect Couple is streaming in its entirety on Netflix. Check the TV premiere list to plan your next binge watch.

Spoilers below for The Perfect Couple, so be warned if you haven’t yet watched!

Whether or not The Perfect Couple goes down as one of Netflix’s best series is for history to decide, but considering it’s remained a high performer for the streaming giant’s Top 10, its popularity can’t be denied. But I feel like the presumed millions of viewers also wouldn’t deny the notion that the affluence-obsessed characters populating this highly binge-worthy mystery thriller are among the worst to hit the 2024 TV schedule.

The cast — led by top-tier talents such as Nicole Kidman, Liev Schrieber, Dakota Fanning and more — bring all of these boozy, greedy, foolish, desperate hornballs to life with aplomb, and critics agree it’s quite an enjoyable adaptation, even as one comes to gradually despise nearly everyone on the screen. And so rather than merely talking shit about everyone who showed up for Amelia and Benji’s wedding, let’s celebrate their awfulness by ranking the core group from the worst to THE ABSOLUTE WORST. But first…

The Best: Chief Carter & Detective Henry

Hand(cuff)s down, what I loved the most about The Perfect Couple were its best characters: Michael Beach’s police chief and Donna Lynne Champlin’s inbound detective. Fine enough on their own, despite Det. Henry not getting much story development, they really shined as a duo in the office and interrogation room. Such is the importance of nailing the chemistry between actors.

And now onto the actual worst characters in the Netflix Original, starting with the most sympathetic presence.

14. Karen Sacks

Honestly, I didn’t throw Michael McGrady’s Bruce Sacks into this list since he basically maintained his “supportive dad and husband” presence without much swaying. But Dendrie Taylor’s Karen slots in as the most forgivable worst person for bringing suicide pills to a wedding whose date was shifted forward specifically for her benefit. I get the intentions, mind you, but they still ooze far too many glass-half-empty vibes, as well as being a means for murder.

13. Chloe Carter

By and large, Mia Isaac’s teen catering staffer Chloe Carter is a peach of a character, and is perhaps even more likable than her police chief father. However, Chloe couldn’t help but lose cool points for continuing to be friendly with Will despite his bad decisions and generally chaotic aura. When she agreed to get on the boat with him, it nearly sank immediately from my utter disbelief weighing it down.

12. Broderick Graham

Had Broderick Graham actually been the disruptive mobster-adjacent threat that he was perceived to be for most of the season, he might have been a pure highlight. But instead, he turned out to be a rotten gambling addict taking advantage of his rich sister’s cashflow after having previously been her pimp. Not the greatest accolades. Still, Tommy Flanagan is inherently badass, and I can hardly blame him for mooching off of the Winbury’s bank account.

11. Merritt Monaco

In some ways, Meaghann Fey’s Merritt was The Perfect Couple’s ideal version of a party buddy, such was her charisma and easy-going nature. But while Amelia couldn’t help but see and describe Merritt as being a mostly virginal princess, the clandestine relationship with Tag and ensuing pregnancy serve as proof that she possibly doesn’t boast the best instincts on all fronts. Not to fall back on victim-blaming here, but she basically set up her own death with that mega-terrible life choice. And it’s like, why though? Tag sucks.

10. Will Winbury

To cut will some immediately slack, it probably sucks being the maligned youngest kid in a family like the Winburys, where the father doesn’t exactly hide his disdain. But I’m not convinced that Will actually makes any good decisions during any episodes of The Perfect Couple, and can think of several terrible moves he made. Not the least of which is nearly killing himself and Chloe.

9. Abby Winbury

One might think that the legitimately guilty party in this series would certainly factor into being one of the very worst characters, but for all Dakota Fanning’s obsession with maintaining her financial status and other non-desirable attributes, she was one of the first characters outside of Bejni and Merrill who eventually treated Amelia like another person. So there’s humanity in there somewhere beneath the murder plotting, infidelity ignoring, etc.

8. Benji Winbury

The golden child in his mother's eyes (and hopefully that's the only area), Billy Howle's Benji should have been an ideal future groom, but was instead a mildly charming lump of mashed potatoes. At no point did I gra$p Amelia'$ rea$oning for choo$ing him for life...oh wait, maybe it was the money thing... In any case, Benji easily wins Skeeziest Red Herring for having and hidingthose pics of Merrill.

7. Isabel Nallet

I loved Isabelle Adjani's chaotic friend of the family as much as anyone else on this show, but in terms of actually being a friend to this family or anyone else, Isabel doesn't hold much water. Somebody else would be holding her water anyway, such is her casual wealth. She's got a heart that knows where the right place is, but perhaps only after fulfilling a marriage-breaking vice or two.

6. Shooter Dival

Ishaan Khatter's apparently hyper-wealthy Shooter Dival kinda remains an largely unexplored character defined largely by his actions. Such actions include attempting to flee the island, trying to woo his BFF's woman, having a weirdo relationship with Greer, and so on. It all might have been more forgivable if his subdermal infatuation with Amelia didn't hinge on a completely forgettable moment in a train that he's hung onto for multiple years. Did Shooter have any great qualities?

5. Amelia Sacks

As the marginally relatable protagonist at the heart of The Perfect Couple, Eve Hewson's Amelia is kind of a plug who is clearly unhappy with most or all aspects of her life, yet remained stuck in such ruts until being shocked out of it by Merrill's death. She earns major points for getting under Greer's skin with her body positivity and social skills, but I'd much rather see her happily in her element with a likeminded set of characters. Not a cool move banging a boring dude and dooming your best friend, Amelia.

4. Gosia

Irina Dubova's Gosia doesn't get a whole lot of character development within her recurring role as the Winbury's housekeeper, but it doesn't take much at all to commend the terrible vibes she oozes with each judgmental stare and snide comment. She puts forth all of the bad attributes from this show's richie-riches, regardless of her occupational standings. Gosia does not hold much love for the poors, and wants everyone to know it.

3. Tag Winbury

To list the only living women in The Perfect Couple that Tag Winbury hasn't had sex with, or at least tried to, one may be limited to just Amelia's mom and Detective Henry. (We didn't get to see much of Henry's personal life, though.) And lord only knows how many other women he's professed his unyielding love to beyond Greer and Merritt.

Despite any charisma he might have lurking beneath his addictive tendencies, it's all voided by giving rich, horny stoners a bad name. Plus, the way he upended Greer's book reading was one of the most awkward drunken displays I can imagine, even without the abysmal singalong.

2. Thomas Winbury

For someone whose screentime is fairly limited compared to other main characters, Jack Reynor's Thomas utilizes every single second to remind everyone he's an immoral tool. From intentionally starting shit amongs his parents and siblings to cheating on his wife to failing to be financially responsible with the woman he's cheating with, Thomas is a flagrant asshat.

The cherry on top, of course, is his wildly dangerous habit of stealing other people's medication. That he's so cavalier and unapologetic about it just makes the act that much more stomach-churning. It would have been nice to see him suffer harshly from taking the wrong meds at some point.

1. Greer Garrison Winbury

The Perfect Couple's queen bee also happens to boast the series' most appalling behavior and personality, as Nicole Kidman's Greer Garrison Winbury takes the cake as the ABSOLUTE WORST character on this show. And her awfulness is made all the more effective with every callous glare and unwarranted huff that Kidman expertly dishes out.

As a viewer, I kinda feel like I should be all-in on supporting Greer for being a former sex worker who used her talents to finance a secondary career as a hugely popular author. Instead, the entirety of her literary output is based on bullshit, and she continues reaping the rewards without seeming to give any sincere love to her fandom. But her most vile sin was inarguably attempting to join Tag in his drunken. warbling during her wrecked book launch. That scene will forever be etched into my memory as platinum-plated cringe.

Regardless of whether or not anyone agreed with me, dear readers, I think we can still all agree that if a Season 2 would ever be produced for those with Netflix subscriptions, we'd all jump right back in front the interrogation room glass to watch more from these terrible people.

After years of being away from the silver screen, the cinematic Sabretooth finally returned earlier this year in Deadpool & Wolverine… but maybe not the one you were expecting. Tyler Mane reprised his version of Victor Creed as one of the biggest Deadpool 3 cameos following his turn as the character in the first X-Men movie, but let’s not forget that Liev Schreiber put his own spin on Sabretooth in X-Men Origins: Wolverine. However, Schreiber was perfectly “ok” with not appearing in the 34th of the Marvel movies in order, and I understand where he’s coming from.

Given that it’s been 15 years since X-Men Origins: Wolverine came out, Schreiber pointed out that it would have been a lot harder for him to get into Sabretooth shape for Deadpool & Wolverine, and he wasn’t willing to put in the kind of work in that Hugh Jackman was required to do to reprise Wolverine. As he put it:

Liev Schreiber briefly addressed about his absence from Deadpool & Wolverine while being interviewed by Collider about his new movie Across the River and Into the Trees. With Liev Schreiber just a month away from turning 57, achieving the right physique would certainly would be a lot harder to do compared to when he was shooting X-Men Origins: Wolverine at the age of 40. Let’s also not forget that Tyler Mane’s Sabretooth was quickly decapitated by Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine in The Void. It’s one thing to intensely exercise for a role when you’re one of the main characters, it’s another to do it when you’ll only be on screen for a few minutes.

While Schreiber had no problem missing out on the Deadpool & Wolverine fun, he has appreciated the numerous calls from fans over the years for him to reprise Sabretooth, including for 2017’s Logan, which he was originally supposed to be in. The Ray Donovan actor expressed his gratitude with these words:

Although X-Men Origins: Wolverine marked the only time Liev Schreiber played Sabretooth, it’s not the only superhero movie credit to his name, as he also voiced Wilson Fisk, a.k.a. Kingpin, in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Fortunately, Deadpool & Wolverine wasn’t lacking for familiar faces from Marvel movies past beyond Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and Ryan Reynolds of course reprising Wade Wilson. Wesley Snipes’ Blade, Jennifer Garner’s Elektra, Dafne Keen’s Laura Kinney and Chris Evans’ Human Torch all returned, and as a nice bonus, Channing Tatum finally got to play Gambit years after his numerous attempts to get a Gambit movie off the ground were squashed when Disney shelved the project in 2019.

Deadpool & Wolverine is still playing in theaters, but count on it one day being streamable with a Disney+ subscription, which is also what you can use to access X-Men Origins: Wolverine right now. Across the River and Into the Trees has begun its theatrical run, and you can also now see him starring opposite Nicole Kidman in the miniseries The Perfect Couple, which can be streamed with a Netflix subscription.

There’s nothing like when a favorite piece of fiction comes to the big or small screen and its actually good. That’s why I was over the moon this morning to wake up to the critics’ of Netflix’s latest series The Perfect Couple starring none other than Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber. The new thriller hit the Netflix schedule today and should be one of the more interesting new projects heading to streaming the week of September 2-8.

Listen, not only do I love when Kidman signs on for a thriller, I’m also excited this got six episodes rather than a small screen movie. Netflix has a reasonably good track record when it comes to adapting books – OK I’m mostly thinking of the installments in the Bridgerton series – and this is a doozy of a book.

If you are unfamiliar with Elin Hilderbrand, the author writes more-complicated-than-average beach reads set in Nantucket, she's a delight. The Perfect Couple’s a Top 3 book of hers for me (my favorite has to be 28 Summers followed by Golden Girl). I found her a couple of years ago and have plowed through several dozen books over the past couple of years, so this new 2024 book-to-screen adaptation is really timely, and I probably would have watched even if they were mediocre, frankly but they’re not!

Full disclosure: I haven’t watched it yet. I didn’t want screeners or to get up in the middle of the night to start binge-watching the series because I wanted something to enjoy this weekend. But from what other critics are saying, I’m in for a treat.

The Critics Like That Nicole Kidman Is Doing Something Different

A wedding is at the focal point of The Perfect Couple. In the limited series, Kidman plays Greer, a famous novelist and the mother of the groom. She can be feisty and mean-spirited, and honestly, the critics are loving it. EW’s Kristen Baldwin is particularly enthusiastic.

The Chicago Tribune’s Nina Metz also confirms Kidman is on her a-game here playing a rich and wealthy mother who dislikes outsiders (though her kid is about to marry one) and who is used to keeping up appearances.

Can’t wait.

Plenty Of Critics Are Having Fun With The Perfect Couple’s Plot, Too

In fact, my favorite piece about how fun The Perfect Couple is came from The Guardian’s Lucy Mangan, who also speaks well of Donna Lynne Champlin as Det Nikki Henry and makes one bold claim about fruit baskets.

A few outlets refer to The Perfect Couple as “trash,” which honestly sounds not-so-great. However, even then they are talking about it being "trash," they are often saying it in a positive way, which makes sense given the general plot of the book (though I’ll say it’s beautifully written by Hilderbrand). The Telegraph's Benji Wilson uses the word "ludicrously" a lot but writes:

A few folks didn’t seem to enjoy The Perfect Couple, with Indiewire giving it a C-, but in general the crowd seems ripe for this sort of thriller to be hitting the 2024 TV schedule. I mean, who doesn’t enjoy watching the rich and idle deal with crime on a wedding weekend? As long as it’s good enough to be a guilty pleasure, it’s good enough for me.

After releasing the first three main X-Men movies, then-20th Century Fox took the superhero franchise into spinoff territory with X-Men Origins: Wolverine. The 2009 movie chronicled how Hugh Jackman’s character obtained his adamantium skeleton and lost his memories, as well as explored his relationship with his brother Victor Creed, a.k.a. Sabretooth, played by Liev Schreiber. These two also crossed paths with Ryan Reynolds’ Wade Wilson, although he was a far cry from his traditional Deadpool depiction, and Schreiber has now praised the actor for pushing the character towards his popular roots afterward that release.

Schreiber discussed his experience working on X-Men Origins: Wolverine while breaking down his most iconic characters with GQ, and towards the end of that segment of the video, he shared his admiration for how Reynolds was able to deliver a faithful version of Deadpool to the masses seven years after Origins failed to do him justice, saying:

Although Wade Wilson fired off a few amusing quips during X-Men Origins: Wolverine and impressively wielded two swords, there was nothing else about him that resembled Deadpool, who by that point had existed in the comics for nearly 20 years. Making matters worse, after it was initially thought that Wade was killed offscreen by Sabretooth, he reemerged in the climax as Weapon XI, William Stryker’s brainwashed mutant who’d been infused with other mutant powers and had his mouth sewn shut. Wade’s depiction was among the more critiqued aspects of Origins, and a few years ago, Scott Adkins, Reynolds’ stunt double, shared his disapproval of Weapon XI’s look.

The good news is that not only did the events of 2014’s X-Men: Days of Future Past render what happened in X-Men Origins: Wolverine non-canon, but two years after that, Ryan Reynolds debuted as the cinematic Deadpool we know and love who wears the character’s classic costume from the comics and frequently breaks the fourth wall. As a fun bonus, Deadpool 2’s end-credits scene saw Wade traveling back to kill Weapon XI immediately after he appeared in front of Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine… you know, just to ensure we never see him again. Liev Schreiber is just one of many people who are pleased with how things turned out for Deadpool in the end.

Sadly, Schreiber’s time as Sabretooth was a one-and-done affair, following nine years after Tyler Mane appeared as a significantly different-looking version of the character. In 2017, Schreiber said there’d been an invitation “early on” for him to return for Logan, but the combination of his busy Ray Donovan schedule and the third Wolverine movie’s story going in a “different direction” resulted in that plan being scrapped. If you’d like to revisit the actor’s Sabretooth performance, Origins can be streamed with a Starz subscription.

Meanwhile, fans of Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine will reunite with him when Deadpool 3 is released on November 8, 2024 on the upcoming Marvel movies schedule. As for Liev Schreiber, he’s next appearing in the 2023 new movie release Asteroid City, which hits theaters June 16.

Horror is a tried and true genre in the film world, and it’s been experiencing a renaissance for a number of years now. Some of the best horror movies returned to theaters as a result, including Wes Craven’s Scream. One Scream actor recently revealed that they begged to be killed off, and explains why they regret it nowadays.

Plenty of outstanding talent has worked on the Scream franchise throughout the years, including actor Liev Schreiber. He debuted at Cotton Weary in the 1996 original movie, and reprised his role in the first two sequels. The Ray Donavan actor recently spoke to GQ about his career, and revealed that he actually wanted to be killed by Ghostface. He offered context, saying:

Points were made. While major franchises and IPs dominate the entertainment industry nowadays, that wasn’t always the cast. In the 1990s, Liev Schreiber didn’t see the potential in his Scream character, and was all too happy to retire as Cotton Weary. Unfortunately, that might have been a misstep given the slasher property’s continued success.

Schreiber’s roles throughout the original Scream trilogy vary in size. While he was only seen briefly in the 1996 original, he had a much larger role in Scream 2 and even got to participate in the final battle against Ghostface. In the threequel he was part of the opening kill sequence, ending his tenure as Cotton in the process. Later in that same interview, he explained how this came about, and why he regrets campaigning to be killed in Scream 3. In his words:

Points were made. The beloved horror franchise returned to theaters with 2022’s Scream, which was the fifth movie to hit theaters. While it was the first two be released since Wes Craven’s death, the team at Radio Silence released two hit movies in quick succession, with Scream VI breaking records for the franchise. And if Schreiber hadn’t insisted on being killed off in the threequel, he probably could have returned as a legacy character.

While the last two Scream movies focused on the quartet of new heroes known as the Core Four, the filmmakers have also included legacy characters in the fun. The 2022 brought back Marley Shelton’s Judy Hicks, while Scream VI featured Hayden Panettiere’s Kirby Reed. If Cotton was still alive, smart money says the Radio Silence team would have brought him back. Looks like Liev Schreieber learned a lesson in that way.

Considering how successful Scream VI was in theaters, I have to assume that Paramount will be announcing a new sequel. But so far there hasn't been any concrete information about the franchise’s future. In the meantime, check out the 2023 movie release dates to plan your next movie experience. 

When Ray Donovan premiered in 2013, it was easily the biggest premiere in Showtime history. While the show hasn't retained that same high viewership, the long-running series has remained a dependable favorite for the service. That is, until Showtime abruptly decided to cancel the show last year. Met with vitriol and outrage, the paid station decided to give the Liev Schreiber/Jon Voight show a proper send-off with a feature-length conclusion, which is expected to come out sometime next year. We're still learning more details about this intriguing movie finale, but here's what we know!

Liev Schreiber Will Co-Write, Produce, And Star In Showtime’s Ray Donovan

It's hard to make a Ray Donovan movie without Mr. Ray Donovan. So, thankfully, Liev Schreiber will reprise his role from the Showtime favorite, and he'll have a big part behind the scenes as well. Specifically, the actor co-wrote it alongside director David Hollander, and he'll also produce it. Hollander and Schreiber wrote Season 7's finale together, and the writing dynamic worked out well. Hopefully, that's also the case here.

Showrunner David Hollander Will Direct

Along with Liev Schreiber returning to co-write and star, showrunner David Hollander is also coming back to co-write and direct this feature-length finale. While the producer has been involved in the show from the beginning, he has only directed a handful of episodes over the course of its run. But his vision for the series is instrumental to Ray Donovan's longevity, and he'll hopefully provide a fitting farewell for this well-liked show.

Ray Donovan: The Movie Is In Post-Production And It’s Expected To Air On Showtime In 2022

Ray Donovan is officially in the can. As Boston.com reported, Liev Schreiber and Jon Voight were spotted filming scenes for this upcoming movie earlier this summer, and the production reportedly went on without a hitch. Filming reportedly wrapped in early August. At the moment, the TV movie doesn't have an official release date, but it's predicted to come out sometime in 2022. Likely early 2022, though that's unconfirmed.

It'll Pick Up After Season 7, As Our Title Character Is Determined To Stop Mickey Before He Causes Even More Carnage

Fret not, Ray Donovan's story will continue. Although the show hasn't gotten an eighth season, Showtime allowed the narrative to carry on with its upcoming film conclusion, and the story will pick up right where the show left off. Specifically, as the press release notes, 2022's upcoming Ray Donovan will see Mickey "in the wind" and Ray "determined to find and stop him before he can cause any more carnage." Additionally, the movie is expected to follow the present-day fallout from the Donovan/Sullivan feud, while also going back in time to explore the surely dramatic origin story between Ray and Mickey.

Jon Voight And Kerris Dorsey Reprise Their Ray Donovan Roles

Just as it wouldn't be a Ray Donovan movie without its titular fixer, it wouldn't quite be the same if Jon Voight and Kerris Dorsey weren't on hand to play Mickey, Ray's father, and Bridget, Ray's daughter, respectively. Both actors have been crucial to its success from the get-go, and it's good to know that they will be returning to conclude this story.

The Movie Will Also Star AJ Michalka, Chris Petrovski, David Patrick Kelly, And Chris Gray

In addition to Liev Schrieber, Jon Voight, and Kerris Dorsey reprising their roles from the long-running show, Ray Donovan's film continuation will feature supporting turns from AJ Michalka (The Goldbergs), Chris Petrovski (Madam Secretary), David Patrick Kelly (The Warriors), and Chris Gray (The Society). While they're all newcomers to this fan-favorite Showtime series, each actor has established their talents in various projects. As for their roles, Michalka will play young Abby, Gray will be seen as a younger version of our gruff titular character, Petrovski is attached to the role of Sean Walker, a rising Hollywood star, and Kelly will appear as Matty Galloway, a long-time friend of Mickey's.

David Hollander Claims Ray Donovan Is ‘Very Ambitious’ And Will Answer Questions In ‘Honest’ And ‘Surprising Ways’

We still don't know a whole lot about this movie finale, but David Hollander did give some vague hints. Specifically, in a Vulture interview, the showrunner claimed that Ray Donovan (2022) will be "very ambitious" in terms of scope and scale, and the show creator noted that he could work "in a very cinematic language" because it's feature-length. Hollander was quick to note that his canceled series was often cinematic in its presentation, but "certain devices were available" to them through the two-hour format.

Additionally, David Hollander promised that he would answer all the questions left by Season 7 in "very surprising ways." He also took the time to celebrate the fans for their tenacity in getting Showtime to bring the show back to life, noting that it became clear that "the living organism that is Ray Donovan is not just a collaboration between those of us who make the show, but a collaboration, a shared ownership, with our audience."

Here's what David Hollander said:

It Promises To Be A Proper Ending To The Long-Running Series Following Fan Outrage Over Showtime’s Abrupt Cancellation

When Showtime unceremoniously pulled the plug on Ray Donovan after seven seasons, fans were angry. Really angry. Downright furious, even. And they weren't quiet about it.

In the months that followed, Ray Donovan's vocal, adamant fanbase went online and vented their frustrations over this callous cancellation. And Showtime, to their credit, listened to the fans. They heard their disappointment and paid notice. While they didn't renew the show, Showtime called Liev Schreiber and David Hollander and asked if they were willing to make a feature-length conclusion. They agreed, and they got to work on a screenplay. While fans might not be getting the show back as it was, they should feel proud knowing that their loud outrage resulted in more Ray Donovan in the near future.

All seven seasons of Ray Donovan are available to stream on Showtime.

“Do you like scary movies?” If so, you’ve most likely seen the Scream franchise. The original Scream is amongst some of the best horror movies, and it’s been well over 2 decades since the creation of Woodsboro and the terror-inducing Ghostface. In anticipation of the upcoming Scream 5, we’re taking a look at the OG Scream cast, including the icons that are Courteney Cox, Neve Campbell, and Skeet Ulrich, and where they are now all these years later.

This article contains big spoilers from Scream, so if you still haven't seen the 1996 movie yet, we suggest reading no further and perhaps checking out our list of upcoming horror movies.

Neve Campbell (Sidney)

Portraying possibly one of horror’s most impossible heroines to kill, Neve Campbell played the part of Sidney Prescott in all four previous Scream films. She proved herself to be the ultimate final girl by defeating the ever-evolving Ghostface time and time again. The scream queen is still alive in the Scream universe and Campbell will be reprising her role as Sidney in the upcoming 5th film, simply titled Scream after the original that premiered over 25 years prior.

In addition to her final girl status that Scream has awarded her over the years, she has also cemented her place in ‘90s horror with her roles in the iconic Wild Things and The Craft. Currently, though, she has been cast in a leading role for the upcoming series The Lincoln Lawyer, which is expected to be released to Netflix for streaming sometime in 2022.

Courteney Cox (Gale Weathers)

For a franchise that’s all about following horror movie rules, they break a pretty big one by allowing two final girls who not only survive just the first film, but all four films together. Courteney Cox’s Gale Weathers is more of a final woman, though, as Cox brings her own full bodied strength of will to the character. The actress is another member of the original cast that will be reprising their roles in the upcoming 5th installment of the Scream franchise.

Filming Scream isn’t the only iconic reunion Courteney Cox has had recently, though, because she just appeared in and executive produced HBO Max’s Friends: The Reunion with the rest of her Friends co-stars a few months ago. Cox will be acting as both producer and star for the Netflix sports docuseries Last Chance U and will appear in the TV movie Shining Vale.

David Arquette (Dewey)

Despite being attacked in all 4 released Scream films, David Arquette’s Dewey Riley is yet another character who has survived the many versions of Ghostface. In addition to being another OG cast member returning to the Scream 5 cast, Arquette is actually pretty busy these days with a lot of projects on his plate. He has taken a pretty heavy list of titles in the role of producer, and has acted in a number of those projects. Interestingly enough, it seems as though the star gravitates toward producing documentaries.

In fact, David Arquette recently both starred in and produced a documentary about himself and his return to professional wrestling called You Cannot Kill David Arquette. The Next Step is another recent documentary with Arquette as executive producer. The star also has both an acting role and production credit for the upcoming Ghosts of the Ozarks and according to Deadline, has snagged a recurring role in the Amazon series Hot Pink.

Skeet Ulrich (Billy)

Ah, the horror movie heartthrob! Skeet Ulrich made a bit of a name for himself in the ‘90s as a high school hunk turned villain for his roles in Scream and The Craft (both of which he played alongside star Neve Campbell), and honestly these days he’s just as hunky. He currently appears in Riverdale as JP Jones, Jughead’s biker gang leader father. He also has a smaller part in the series Bronzeville and a number of films coming up.

Skeet Ulrich will appear alongside Tom Hanks in the post-apocalyptic world of Finch later this year. He also will play opposite Michelle Monaghan in Blood and has big parts in both upcoming films The Mystery of Casa Matusita and Supercell.

Matthew Lillard (Stu)

Matthew Lillard plays the second killer in Scream (“Surprise, Sidney!”), setting up the semi-tradition of having multiple killers behind the mask of Ghostface. It’d be pretty hard for him to return for Scream 5, even though he’d love to, but he does have quite a few ongoing projects keeping him busy. The live action Scooby Doo star has taken over the voice acting role of Shaggy since 2010 (minus the recent Scoob!) and is the second most common actor to take on the position, beaten only by the OG voice of Shaggy, Casey Kasem.

In addition to voicing Shaggy in the many versions of Scooby Doo, Matthew Lillard has a recurring role in the series Good Girls and a leading part in the announced film One Heart. Lillard also appears in the trailer for He’s All That, a reboot of the classic ‘90s film She’s All That, in which Lillard also appears.

Jamie Kennedy (Randy)

The horror movie expert and death predicting Randy Meeks was played by Jamie Kennedy in the OG Scream and returned in the 2nd, when his character was killed (or was he?). Being as knowledgeable about serial killers as he was, Randy made a video before his death that was played in the 3rd Scream, making Kennedy a major part of the first three Scream films. These days, though, Kennedy usually appears as himself in projects, mainly doing stand-up comedy and appearing on podcasts, although he does still act and appear in films.

He is combining his acting and comedy skills in a new film Don’t Suck where he plays a veteran comedian on the road with another, younger comic. He also had a major role in the film Roe Vs Wade, which released earlier this year.

Drew Barrymore (Casey)

Drew Barrymore created one of the most iconic opening horror movie scenes when she chatted on the phone with her killer about popcorn and scary movies in Scream. Although she died immediately and was only in the film for a few minutes, she broke the horror movie mold and will forever go down as one of the most recognizable and influential scream queens.

The popular actress isn’t acting so much anymore, however she is very much still in the limelight. Drew Barrymore has traded film sets for a talk show one, as she is the host of her own The Drew Barrymore Show, which is about to bring in a live audience for Season 2.

Rose McGowan (Tatum)

Rose McGowan appeared in Scream as Stu’s new girlfriend Tatum, who surprisingly held her own pretty well against Ghostface but eventually caught her demise thanks to a too-small doggy door. McGowan was a pretty iconic actress in the ‘90s and 2000’s, with roles in Jawbreaker, Planet Terror, and the series Charmed. She was also known off screen for her eccentric style, alongside her then-partner Marilyn Manson.

The actress has been the center of some controversy the last few years as she has spoken out about Hollywood injustices, namely Harvey Weinstein and later director Alexander Payne. Currently Rose McGowan is acting as star, producer, and director for two future films: Pomerania and Sleepwalk.

Liev Schreiber (Cotton Weary)

Playing the complicated and misunderstood character of Cotton Weary, Liev Schreiber did a great job in misleading viewers as to whether he was the killer or not in both Scream 2 and Scream 3 (until he was killed, of course) even though he was proven to be innocent of murder in the first film. Other than his role in The Omen, the Scream franchise was pretty much all of Schreiber’s horror stint and he went on to act in different genres.

These days Liev Schreiber is the titular character in the upcoming film Ray Donovan, which comes after his Showtime series of the same name that ran for seven seasons was cancelled in 2020. He is also in the upcoming Wes Anderson film The French Dispatch and is set to star in Across the River and Into the Trees.

Henry Winkler (Principal Arthur Himbry)

One big name you may have forgotten was in the original Scream was The Fonz himself, Henry Winkler. He played the principal of Woodsboro High and met his untimely death at the hands of Ghostface after-hours in the school. He may have gone uncredited, but he was definitely a noticeable character throughout the film.

Henry Winkler is still pretty active in Hollywood, doing both live action and voice acting. He has a few smaller parts in animated children’s shows but has a pretty big voice acting role in the upcoming Disney+ series Monsters At Work as Fritz. He also joins his Scream costar Liev Schreiber in Wes Anderson’s The French Dispatch this year.

If that cast list was not already epic enough, horror icons Linda Blair (who played Regan in the classic The Exorcist) and director Wes Craven also appeared briefly in the film. Blair’s cameo was so small you probably missed it - she played an annoying reporter that David Arquette’s Dewey quickly shoos away. Wes Craven, who famously cameoed in all his films, shows up as a janitor dressed as one of his other horror icons, Freddy Krueger.

Although we can only expect to see a few of these faces back in the rapidly approaching Scream 5, the cast of Scream 5 is looking pretty tight as well.

The worst thing that can happen to a television show is a cancellation, especially when it doesn’t get a proper finale. Showtime’s Ray Donovan suffered that fate last year, as the network announced it would be cancelling the crime drama after seven seasons. But after hope and speculation, Showtime recently announced it would be wrapping up the storyline in a feature-length film, but what will the film be about?

The new Ray Donovan film, which will premiere sometime in 2022, will reportedly pick up where Season 7 left off when it ended in January of 2020, according to Deadline. Mickey was in the wind and Ray was determined to find and stop him before he can cause any more tragedy. According to the trade, it will also weave together the present-day fallout from the Donovan/Sullivan feud with Ray and Mickey’s origin story from 30 years prior.

Liev Schreiber will return as the titular character and will co-write the script with series showrunner David Hollander, who will also direct. Jon Voight and Kerris Dorsey will reprise their roles as Mickey Donovan and Ray’s daughter, Bridget, respectively. The film will be executive produced by Hollander, Schreiber, Mark Gordon, Bryan Zuriff and Lou Fusaro.

When Ray Donovan was cancelled, fans were not happy and definitely not ready to say goodbye to the characters they’ve come to love over the seven seasons. Showtime’s Co-President of Entertainment, Gary Levin, said they heard the fans loud and clear, and the team is delighted that a thrilling new chapter is being created. Levin explained:

Last year, after the series had been cancelled, Liev Schreiber gave fans hope when he said there would be more Ray Donovan, thanking fans for their overwhelming love and support they expressed after news broke. He said their voices seemed to have been heard and that it was too soon to say how or when the show and character would be back once again. Soon after, there were claims that the series would return with either a feature-length TV movie or a limited set of episodes, and it seems the latter was the option Showtime landed on.

Ray Donovan centers on the life of the titular character, who is a professional “fixer” arranging bribes, payoffs, threats, crime-scene cleanup and other illegal activities to protect his celebrity clients. The series first premiered in June 2013, with the pilot episode breaking viewership records and becoming the biggest premiere of all time on Showtime.

What comes to mind when you think of a Wes Anderson film? If you said pastels, a twinkly musical score and one hell of a cast, then you’re absolutely correct in your beliefs. Should anyone question your Anderson acumen, then you have plenty of evidence to provide to back up your valid hypothesis, especially when the trailer for The French Dispatch features such stars as Timothee Chalamet and Bill Murray in its full cast list.

As luck would have it, we have that cast list provided below, which shows off the pretty extensive lineup that Anderson has assembled for The French Dispatch.

Before we dive into a deeper breakdown of the cast, it’s particularly notable that we have a classic Wes Anderson narrator at large in The French Dispatch. Anjelica Huston, a long time Anderson player, is the omniscient voice that will bring the entire package to live. And here are the players she’ll be commentating on throughout the film:

The Staff Of The French Dispatch of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun

Bill Murray

One of the many veterans of the Wes Anderson Repertory Company is none other than comedy legend Bill Murray! In their latest collaboration, Murray will be playing the role of Arthur Howitzer Jr, the editor of The French Dispatch that ties the universe together. So basically, Murray is almost playing the exact same role he provides to the world at large.

Owen Wilson

Also rejoining the ranks of Wes Anderson’s frequent flyer club is Owen Wilson, someone who’s been in almost all of the director’s films. Herbsaint Sazerac is Wilson’s new character, a writer on staff at The French Dispatch who can be counted on for witty conversation and bicycle repair prowess, as well as sterling copy.

Jason Schwartzman

How could a Wes Anderson movie not have Jason Schwartzman attached, even in the slightest capacity? Another longtime friend and employee in the Anderson orbit, Schwartzman’s Hermes Jones looks to be the cover artist for The French Dispatch. Here’s hoping his quips are as crazy as his hair.

Elisabeth Moss

Rounding out the staff members of The French Dispatch who are displayed outside of individual vignettes is Elisabeth Moss, a newcomer to the wild and crazy world of Wes Anderson’s work. We don’t know her character's name yet, but it looks like Moss’ dry and wry sensibilities from Mad Men will make this follow-up to her work on The Invisible Man a nice change of comedic pace.

We’ll now move onto the three stories that The French Dispatch tells at the heart of its very last issue in print. With each story is a journalist from the staff at its heart, recalling events from various time periods and moments of turmoil in this film’s thematic structure.

Story 1: The Concrete Masterpiece, By J.K.L. Bernesen

Tilda Swinton

Providing the lecture that details the story within “The Concrete Masterpiece” is The French Dispatch’s journalist J.K.L. Bernesen. Artistically inclined, and ever fashionable, Berensen is brought to life by the impeccable Tilda Swinton. Her track record in the Wes Anderson Repertory Company stretches back to 2012’s Moonrise Kingdom, and has endured ever since.

Benicio Del Toro

Another first timer comes to the fold in The French Dispatch, as Moses Rosenthaler, the artist at the heart of “The Concrete Masterpiece” is played by Benicio Del Toro. Just watching his banter with co-star Adrian Brody is enough to convince even the most casual observer that Del Toro clearly belongs in this motley crew of acting talent.

Lea Seydoux

The muse for Rosenthaler’s work, and subject of a painting that’s of particular importance to The French Dispatch, is the alluring and mysterious Simone. Seen as both muse and prison guard, this part is played by Spectre’s Léa Seydoux. No stranger to Wes Anderson’s work, Seydoux previously worked with the director on 2014’s The Grand Budapest Hotel.

Adrien Brody

Seeking to purchase Moses Rosenthaler’s un-buyable “Simone, Naked, Cell Block J, Hobby Room (oil on sackcloth)” is the persistent art dealer, Julien Cadazio. As previously mentioned, this bickersome character is played by Adrien Brody, best known for his roles in Anderson’s previous films The Darjeeling Limited and The Grand Budapest Hotel.

Bob Balaban and Henry Winkler

In order to aid his art savvy empire, Julien Cadazio has the help of two ‘business-partner uncles’ at his disposal in The French Dispatch. Playing one of those two uncles is comedic stalwart Bob Balaban, who, much like Tilda Swinton, has been an Anderson disciple since Moonrise Kingdom. The other Cadazio uncle is the big surprise though, as the legendary Henry Winkler is playing him, making his debut in the Wes Anderson three ring circus!

Story 2: Revisions To A Manifesto, By Lucinda Krementz

Frances McDormand

Story 2 of The French Dispatch, Lucinda Krementz’s “Revisions To A Manifesto,” focuses on two crazy kids who happen to be in love during a tumultuous student revolution. The journalist telling this story is played by Frances McDormand, last heard bringing the news to the Wes Anderson created world of Isle of Dogs.

Timothee Chalamet

It was only a matter of time before Timothee Chalamet and Wes Anderson crossed paths. Nature basically dictated it, and it’s only fair that Chalamet be the one to play Zeffirelli, a revolutionary student in The French Dispatch. Looking like a prodigious chess player to boot, this young man could put that knowledge to political usage as well.

Lyna Khoudri

Making her major motion picture debut with The French Dispatch is actor Lyna Khoudri. Playing Juliette, the girlfriend to Timothee Chalamet’s Zeffirelli, their pairing was destined based on their character names. With a motor scooter and a bad attitude, her fire matches that of her fellow activist and boyfriend.

Story 3: The Private Dining Room Of The Police Commissioner, By Roebuck Wright

Jeffrey Wright

Our final story in The French Dispatch's catalog of whimsy is entitled "The Private Dining Room Of The Police Commissioner, By Roebuck Wright." Wright, played by Westworld and No Time To Die actor Jeffrey Wright, is the resident food journalist at the film's titular magazine. Reporting on something called "Police Cuisine," he becomes embroiled in a story that looks like it leads to a hostage standoff, and a lot of symmetrical gunfire.

Liev Schreiber

Part of Roebuck Wright's story looks to be told through his appearance on a TV show of some sort. Cast as the presenter of that show is Isle Of Dogs voice actor Liev Schreiber, making this his second Wes Anderson film. We don't know his character's name yet, but The French Dispatch looks like it's going to make the most of pairing Schreiber with Jeffrey Wright.

Willem Dafoe

While not all of the star studded cast members of The French Dispatch may play larger than life characters, it's nice to see Wes Anderson continue to reward previous collaborators with spots in the lineup. Willem Dafoe is one such fixture in this cast, as his prisoner character doesn't have a name yet, and is only seen briefly in the film's trailer. A sporadic presence in Anderson's universe, Dafoe was most notably present in The Life Aquatic with Steve Zizzou, but also in the casts for Fantastic Mr. Fox and The Grand Budapest Hotel.

Mathieu Amalric

Cast as "a policeman with a kidnapped son,” Mathieu Amalric won't just be enjoying food alongside Jeffrey Wright's Roebuck Wright. As this third story centers around said kidnapping, Amalric's policeman will undoubtedly be excusing himself from dinner a little earlier than expected. This marks the actor's second Wes Anderson film, as The Grand Budapest Hotel was Mathiew Amalric's appearance in an Anderson picture.

Edward Norton

The voice on the other end of that phone Mathieu Amalric is holding was quite recognizable upon the first viewing of The French Dispatch's trailer. Edward Norton has one of those distinct vocal ranges that automatically pegs him in any film he shows up in, and as the kidnapper behind the insidious plot of "The Private Dining Room Of The Police Commissioner, By Roebuck Wright," he's even easy to spot in a group of dissidents firing at will upon authorities. And before you ask, yes, Norton is another cast member that's been a part of the Wes Anderson Repertory Company since Moonrise Kingdom.

Saoirse Ronan

Rounding out the cast of characters partaking in the kidnapping of a policeman's son is a rather mysterious woman. So mysterious, we don't know her character's name. However, we do know that she's played by Academy Award nominee Saoirse Ronan, who was previously spotted in Wes Anderson's The Grand Budapest Hotel. With The French Dispatch, Ronan looks to be playing against type, as a figure on the side of evil.

Stephen Park

Last, but not least is Stephen Park's Lieutenant Nescafier, the chef behind the gorgeous meal that "The Private Dining Room Of The Police Commissioner, By Roebuck Wright" looks to be serving. But Park's character also happens to be listed as solving a kidnapping in The French Dispatch. Which is pretty handy, considering how fast things shift from a table of smiling guests gushing over cuisine to exchanging bullets and phone calls.

The French Dispatch has a huge cast, three stories and a boatload of ambition to potentially become the next, best Wes Anderson film. We'll see if it pays off when the film opens in theaters on July 25. Though should that release date be delayed, due to the ever shifting release calendar affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, we'll report such an update as it occurs.

For the past seven years, Ray Donovan has been a big winner for Showtime, both in terms of ratings and critical acclaim. Thus, it was a smack in the face when Showtime cancelled the crime drama after its recent cliffhanger-filled Season 7 finale. Star Liev Schreiber and showrunner David Hollander didn't even know it was coming, and the fanbase's response to the cancellation was quite loud and extremely negative. Celebrations may soon be in order, however, as it's being reported Ray Donovan will return for a proper conclusion.

At this time, Ray Donovan's return should still be filed in the Unconfirmed folder, as Showtime has yet to go public with anything official. However, the signs were already there that the cancellation would probably get reversed, with Liev Schreiber himself offering a recent glimmer of hope that answers for Season 7's biggest questions are on the way.

The smoking gun here is Page Six's report that claims Ray Donovan's return is a done deal. The would-be details haven't been fully formalized yet, but the thought is that the show would return either as a feature-length TV movie or with a limited set of episodes, as opposed to a full eighth season. That would probably be the best bet, all things considered, so that David Hollander and the creative team can fully wrap up all the characters' storylines without the excess narrative space to introduce even more new elements.

The sources that shared the claims of Ray Donovan's return gave much credit to the huge wave of support from fans following Showtime's cancellation news. The widespread reaction appears to have been a wake-up call for some execs who may not have been so keenly aware just how many people adore this show. After all, just because most Ray Donovan fans appreciated the show during its run without being fanatically vocal doesn't mean they don't exist.

Also not hurting anything is the fact that Ray Donovan's stages had already been rented by producers working on the strong assumption that Showtime would renew the drama for an eighth and final season. Similarly, David Hollander talked about having kept the creative process going as Season 7 ended, fully expecting to return to the writers room at some point.

While no extensive reasons have been given for Ray Donovan's cancellation, the unofficial word is that it was a negative byproduct of the recent merger between Showtime owner CBS and Viacom. Perhaps the fan backlash helped reverse whatever decision-process had been made at that time about the crime drama's future, though it's likely the nitty gritty will stay behind closed doors.

Here was Liev Schreiber's recent message to fans that started building the hype about Ray Donovan not being quite over yet.

Ray Donovan would reportedly get production back underway for its swan song at some point in the fall, assuming Showtime will make the news official at some point. In the meantime, the first seven seasons can be streamed on the Showtime Anytime app. And for those needing some guidance for all the new and returning shows that are on the way soon, head to our Winter and Spring premiere schedule.

It came as a shock when Showtime abruptly cancelled Ray Donovan after seven seasons. Even series showrunner David Hollander was thrown off because “there was no indicator that the show was ending.” It’s been more than a week since the cancellation news broke, but Liev Shchrieber recently gave an update on the series’ cancellation, reigniting many fans’ hopes that Ray Donovan might not be done after all.

When Ray Donovan was initially cancelled, series star Liev Schreiber reacted to the news with a photo of himself raising a glass alongside a caption that read “Slainte,” toasting to the end of the show. So it came as quite the surprise when Schreiber recently posted a message to Instagram, hinting that there’s hope for more Ray Donovan. Here’s what he wrote:

Fans of the show will be relieved that all hope isn’t lost just yet and there may be a light at the end of the tunnel. Liev Schreiber tagging Showtime in his Instagram post might even be a sign that Ray Donovan, which gave Showtime its biggest series premiere ever, will continue on its original network instead of being shopped around to another network or streaming service. Keep in mind that nothing is confirmed yet and this is all speculation based on Schreiber’s post.

On the heels of the original cancellation, showrunner David Hollander did reveal that Ray Donovan was an expensive show to make, though he indicated that all the sets were still standing. Whatever the reasons for the decision, Showtime cancelling the series seemingly out of nowhere was confusing to many, including the cast and crew, who were under the impression they would return for another season.

In fact, Ray Donovan’s Season 7 ended with the notion that the series would continue into Season 8 although the network hadn't confirmed it at the time. Thankfully, it seems fans’ “voices have been heard” and Ray Donovan will possibly return for more episodes at some point in the future. We'll have to wait and see how and when a potential Season 8 could happen.

Stay tuned to CinemaBlend for updates on Ray Donovan. In the meantime, fans can still stream the series on Showtime’s website and app. For more on what to watch, be sure to check out our 2020 midseason schedule for updated premiere dates and times.

When news broke this week that Showtime had officially cancelled its long-running original Ray Donovan, just about everyone's reactions were on the negative side, since the crime drama had only recently wrapped up Season 7 with a finale that complicated many characters' situations. Alas, while the fandom will be stuck with a list of unanswered questions, the person who had arguably the most chill reaction to the news was star Liev Schreiber.

All things considered, Liev Schreiber sounded like he knew the cancellation was coming back in January when the finale aired, so perhaps he'd already mentally prepped himself for the day when the bad news would finally come. Check out his post below, presumably with a glass of Johnny Walker scotch in hand.

A toast that popped up a time or ten on Ray Donovan itself, "Slainte" is an Irish word for "cheers." Its utterance often prefaces quite a bit of mirthful drinking, though the mirth-filled moments will likely be few and far between in the days just after the cancellation news got publicity. I mean, it's not like Ray Donovan was a ball of laughter and goofiness. (Especially since he didn't quite say his own name right.)

Since 2013, Liev Schreiber portrayed the esteemed fixer Ray Donovan, whose ability to "clean" things never fully worked out when he focused on his own life's problems. Along the way, the actor earned himself quite a few awards nominations for his work, though the only major trophies won by the show were Jon Voight's Supporting Actor Golden Globe and Hank Azaria's Guest Actor Emmy.

Liev's brother Pablo Schreiber, former American Gods star and future Halo star, responded to the cancellation reaction post with his own uplifting words.

And to be sure, Liev Schreiber certainly isn't the only member of the Donovan family who's bummed out about having to say goodbye to the show. Below is co-star Eddie Marsan's take.

Part of the reason why Ray Donovan's cancellation news was so shocking is that many fans had developed a sense of optimism about the show's future. For one, the showrunner had previously expressed interest in crafting an actual ending for everyone's stories. As well, Shameless' cancellation was revealed in the form of a final season order, so it was thought that the same would happen with Ray Donovan.

Not to mention at the Television Critics Association winter press tour in January, Showtime exec Greg Levine told Deadline that the end was indeed near, but offered up hope for a Season 8 order to happen. In his words:

For what it's worth, Liev Schreiber tried to keep Ray Donovan alive around the finale's airing. After posting a message that was so thankful it sounded doomsaying, he took to social media to advise fans to express their Season 8 desires to Showtime and CBS to make sure everyone in power knew that there would be eyeballs ready and waiting for new episodes. Unfortunately, it would appear not enough people heeded those words seen below.

While there have been no signs of any further advancements with Ray Donovan on Showtime, it wouldn't be completely out of the question for the network to produce some kind of a "final" episode that gives audiences some real closure with characters like Smitty, Bridget and Daryl. It would probably take a huge wave of support from fans to inspire something like that, but it's not an outright impossibility.

Ray Donovan is currently no more at Showtime, though episodes can still be streamed in full on Showtime Anytime's website and app.

In the realm of superhero animation, DC has long stood as the champion among many fans. However, Marvel looks like it's about to step things up in a significant way with the upcoming release of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. The film has amassed a fascinating ensemble of actors such as Moonlight's Mahershala Ali and Atlanta's Brian Tyree Henry, but one of the most exciting casting choices of the bunch is Isle of Dogs star Liev Schreiber. When asked about why he opted to sign on for the animated comic book flick, Schreiber recently admitted that his decision to join the project stemmed from the quality of the animation team. Schreiber opened up to CinemaBlend and other outlets at the Berlin International Film Festival and said:

We admittedly haven't seen the full movie yet, but Liev Schreiber's remarks about the quality of the animation and the team behind Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse seem to bode well for the project. The film is "anamorphic," which means its size and scope may be unlike anything that we have ever seen from an animated Spider-Man movie before. If that was the thing that won him over to the film, then we can likely rest assured knowing that we're due for an incredibly stylish and grandiose foray into the Spider-Man world.

It probably also helps that Liev Schreiber is no stranger to the world of Marvel-based films. In addition to his upcoming turn in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, he also appeared in the Marvel universe as Sabretooth in 2009's X-Men Origins: Wolverine -- and he has become widely regarded as one of the best aspects of the entire film.

Despite Liev Schreiber's enthusiasm for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, we still don't know who he is playing in the upcoming animated movie. We know the film will follow the exploits of Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) and that it will feature supporting characters like Aaron Davis (played in Spider-Man: Homecoming with Donald Glover in the role), but the exact nature of the former Sabretooths' role in the movie hasn't come to light yet.

CinemaBlend will keep you posted with more information related to Liev Schreiber's involvement in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse as more details about the Spidey project become available to us; the film is expected to debut later this year on December 14. Until then, make sure to watch out for his upcoming voiceover role in Wes Anderson's Isle of Dogs, which will debut in theaters on March 23.

In Ray Donovan, Liev Schreiber's character is known as a "fixer", but the actor has revealed a problem with the show that not even Ray Donovan can fix. Schreiber revealed to Seth Meyers that for the past five seasons they've been saying his last name wrong, and he set the record straight during their interview:

Thankfully, the show has been good enough that Ray Donovan fans haven't tried to burn the showrunners at the stake for such an egregious error. And as Seth Meyers points out, there's always time to explain it in Season 6. Now that Liev Schreiber has thrust that secret out into the world, perhaps he actually will talk to the staff about writing in a reason why his character pronounces his last name the way he does. If they do, will Late Night With Seth Meyers get a writing credit for the pitch?

Probably not, and considering Liev Schreiber is comfortable enough speaking publicly about the last name pronunciation goof on television, it's likely the Ray Donovan crew isn't that worried about fixing it. There's more than one way to pronounce most last names, and surely the writing staff could find a simpler explanation as to why he doesn't pronounce it the Boston way, as opposed to dedicating an entire episode to explaining it. Then again, if Ray Donovan isn't going to die when the show finally comes to an end, maybe this is the perfect way to end the series?

That's a discussion for when Ray Donovan ends, however, and with new episodes coming in 2018 for Season 6, the end is nowhere in sight. One thing that is known is that Season 6 will be a change of pace as Donovan sets up a permanent residence in New York City. No reason has been given exactly why that happens, but one can assume that answer will come during the Season 5 finale this weekend.

Ray Donovan will have its Season 5 finale October 29th at 9 p.m. ET on Showtime. For more on the Liev Schreiber, check out how he adopted a pair of dogs rescued from Hurricane Harvey, or how he was originally supposed to appear in Hugh Jackman's last Wolverine film Logan. As one show winds down, many more are winding up as fall is peak time for great television. Be sure to stay in the loop by visiting our fall premiere guide and find a full catalog of this season's television offerings.

Liev Schreiber may play a tough guy on Ray Donovan, but his heart was melted pretty easily the other day during an appearance on Live! With Kelly And Ryan. The show was having on both Schreiber and a bunch of rescue dogs from Texas following animal displacement after Hurricane Harvey. Well, long story short, the actor fell in love, called his former wife Naomi Watts and two kids, and now the family is in the process of adopting two of the cute puppies that were set to appear on the show. It's easy to see how the Schreiber family fell in love with these two particular pups; just look at them!

During Liev Schreiber's recent appearance on Live! With Kelly And Ryan, the cameras rolled backstage to reveal Schreiber video chatting with his family and looking over a slew of young and older dogs who were set to appear on the show, as well. His kids were notably tickled over some of the younger dogs, and after debating Schreiber returned to the backstage area with Kelly Ripa to pick out the two he was going to take home--one sibling puppy to stay at his place and one to stay with Naomi Watts. (He also noted the sibling dogs would get to see each other often.)

If you'd like to check out the lengthy but adorable video, you can watch it below.

We've talked a lot about the damage that Hurricane Harvey has wrought, both to peoples' lives and their property, but one post-Harvey aspect that hasn't been talked about as much have been the pets that need to be rescued. A lot of shelters across the United States have stepped up to take in animals that were displaced due to the weather event. Live! With Kelly And Ryan stepped up to highlight some of the animals that have had to be moved to help those dogs who were displaced by the storm.

Clearly, the event was a big success, with Liev Schreiber adopting two of the dogs during the episode. If you'd like to get involved in dog adoption, now is a good time to adopt, as various shelters have taken on some of the displaced dogs from Texas, including dogs in Connecticut, New Jersey and more.

At one point Liev Schreiber revealed that one of the show's producers was also interested in one of the dogs he was hoping to adopt, and Ryan Seacrest joked,

And it did, because Liev Schreiber later posted an image of him driving around New York with his new pets.

Must be pretty nice to be a celebrity. Still, there were plenty of other adoptable dogs of different ages available, and hopefully all will find homes soon.

Showtime is already packing them in thanks to the Twin Peaks revival, but now the network is getting a bit more stacked with a new season of its hit drama, Ray Donovan. Season 4 ended with the Donovan family on top of the world, but if this trailer is any proof, it's that there's always going to be a problem that needs some fixing. Check out the first trailer for Season 5 of Ray Donovan, with lots of Susan Sarandon thrown in for good measure.

In Season 5, Ray Donovan is turning his sights back to being the best fixer in Los Angeles, after taking a little detour to deal with some pesky Russians. However, any good will that the Donovan's felt won't last long, as Season 5 throws them right back into the thick of it. In the new trailer for Season 5, we find out that Ray has once again surrounded himself in problems. In addition to learning that his father and brother have been hospitalized under mysterious circumstances, Ray is now working for Samantha Winslow, the head of a movie studio played by Susan Sarandon. Sarandon joins the show in a season-long recurring role, so get used to seeing more of her in the Showtime series.

Susan Sarandon's character hires Ray to deal with a problem revolving around star Natalie James (Lili Simmons). Natalie James is causing some "big fucking problems" after walking off the set of a $3 billion franchise. Sarandon's movie studio head hired Ray because he's "discreet" and she's willing to pay any fee to make her problem go away. What exactly that means will have to wait until Season 5 airs later this summer.

Ray Donovan stars Liev Schreiber as the title character and Los Angeles' best fixer. Originally from South Boston, Ray now works in California as a fixer for the rich and powerful. Whenever someone needs someone else bribed, paid off, or threatened, they turn to Ray to make it happen. Though Ray is a great fixer, he can never quite seem to solve the problems with his family. The series also stars Paula Malcomson, Eddie Marsan, Dash Mihok, Pooch Hall, and Jon Voight.

Ray Donovan returns Sunday, August 6, 2017 on Showtime. There are bound to be a few more updates on the hit series, so make sure to stick with CinemaBlend for all your TV news. To plan out the rest of your summer, head on over to our summer TV premiere guide. If you want to keep up to date with what's happening to all your favorite shows, then make sure to visit our canceled/renewed guide for all broadcast and streaming/cable networks.

Considering that Chuck Wepner was renowned as one of the strongest heavyweights of the 1970s, it's ironic that you come out of his biopic feeling as though you've not quite seen its full weight. While Liev Schreiber is utterly transfixing and there are one or two sequences of note, Chuck ultimately becomes a rudimentary biopic and story of drugs and decline rather than a worthwhile probing of the boxer and Rocky inspiration.

Set in Bayonne, New Jersey, Chuck quickly establishes its leading character as a more than proficient boxer, who also has to pay the bills by working as a liquor salesman. However, all of that changes when he gets the chance to fight Muhammad Ali in 1975, which sees him blossom from a minor local celebrity to the world stage.

Chuck Wepner is quickly written off, though, and his odds are even as long as 40/1 for him to win the bout. But after more than holding his own in the contest, even knocking Ali down and managing to just about go the distance, Wepner's stock rises even higher. Especially after Rocky is released in 1976, which appears to heavily be based on his life. This fame goes to Chuck Wepner's head, though, and in order to maintain the lifestyle he has only just acquired he becomes a drug dealer, as well as an addict.

Chuck is never unpleasant to watch. In fact, its 101-minute running time proceeds at a leisurely pace that, while hardly gripping, is never tedious. During its opening stages, where we are introduced to Chuck, his second wife Phyllis (Elisabeth Moss), his manager and trainer Al Braverman (Ron Perlman), his life in Bayonne, there's a homely and relatable zest to the film that you can't help but get wrapped up in. Especially with Liev Schreiber's narration helping to guide the film along. It also doesn't take too long for the Muhammed Ali plot point to emerge, and Chuck's preparation, his mentality, and the fight itself are handled with deference and care. Rather than going hell for leather with the punches or violence, director Philippe Falardeau uses the sequence to emphasis Chuck's endurance, and it immediately gets you on his side and invested.

It's just a shame then that Chuck, as both a character and a film, withers after the Ali fight. It's not that Chuck's decline into debauchery is handled poorly, but the drug scenes and his increased arrogance amidst his decline is overly familiar, and something that we have seen way too many times before, especially within the boxing genre.

At the same time, there are moments from Chuck's life that are fleetingly presented, which probably deserved more attention. His bout with Andre The Giant and his fight with a bear, which were roundly mocked, are basically used as punch-lines, when in actual fact a deeper look could have proved more revelatory. Instead, we get scenes of Chuck doing drugs and pursuing Naomi Watts' Linda. Even Chuck's pursuit of Sylvester Stallone after the huge success of Rocky, and the pair's attempts to land Wepner a part in the sequel, lack the necessary guile or impact, as the film just kind of trudges along.

But amidst this mediocrity are some truly stunning performances. Liev Schreiber is especially towering in his titular role, and he is able to single-handedly add some heft when the film is lacking. While Elisabeth Moss is just as eye-catching as Phyllis, with the scene in the diner where she confronts both Chuck and his mistress a particular example of just how dazzling, strong, and unique she can be. It's just a shame that the couple's separation keeps them apart for the second half of the film. Plus, Ron Perlman turns up and immediately impresses, as only Ron Perlman can, while the perfectly cast Michael Rapaport gives an affecting performance, despite his scant amount of screen-time, as Chuck's estranged brother. Despite their best efforts, though, Chuck remains a solid but nevertheless bland addition to the boxing biopic genre, and its lack of punch is something its inspiration would surely be disappointed with.

On one end of the Wolverine spectrum there's X-Men Origins: Wolverine, the character's first solo film and a terrible movie in general. On the other end there's Logan, the character's last solo film and a terrific movie overall. The two share very little in common other than they both star Hugh Jackman, but one X-Men Origins actor almost joined Jackman for his final stint as Wolverine. Liev Schreiber played Logan's half-brother Sabretooth in X-Men Origins, but apparently the actor nearly got a chance to redeem the character in Logan. That ended up not happening, but this how Schreiber recalls the story.

Liev Schreiber will be starring in the biopic Chuck as Chuck Wepner, the real-life boxer who was the inspiration for Rocky, and the actor chatted with Variety about the movie and some of his other roles -- including Victor Creed aka Sabretooth. As the story goes, Wolverine's half-brother had a role in the earlier drafts of the scripts for Logan, but anyone who has seen the movie knows that at some point that idea didn't work, and they went a different route with the story. But Hugh Jackman and director James Mangold still called up Schreiber to gauge his interest level. It sounds like he would have been down to clown, but his schedule on the hit Showtime drama Ray Donavan would have made the scheduling difficult.

While we can't say that having Sabretooth in Logan would have improved an already really good movie, it would have been very interesting to see Liev Schreiber back in the sideburns. Family is a huge theme in Logan, so it's obvious why they considered bringing in the only known blood relative of the character into the picture. The interactions between Logan, Victor, and Laura would have been cool to see, and it would have been nice to see the character redeemed. Sabertooth is just one of the many X-Men characters who have been shortchanged by the movies, so the character is past due for some redemption.

Logan isn't in theaters right now, but it will be returning for one night only on May 16, 2017, for a special black and white edition screening. If you've still got the fever, make sure to get your tickets!

With the untitled animated Spider-Man movie not set to be released until the end of next year, it's not a huge surprise that we don't really know much about it yet. That being said, today has delivered two big pieces of news about the project, as Shameik Moore has selected to voice the heroic webslinger Miles Morales, and Liev Schreiber has been tapped to play the superhero movie's lead villain.

The Hollywood Reporter was the first to report this new information... though there sadly aren't too many extra details featured in their story. At this time, Sony Pictures Animation is keeping a tight lid on the identity of the central antagonist in the animated movie, and the only thing that's really known about the plot is that it will center on Miles Morales as he balances life as a teenager and as a wall-crawling vigilante (you know, the basic Spider-Man set-up). Phil Lord and Chris Miller penned the screenplay for the movie, and its set to be directed by the team of Peter Ramsey (Rise of the Guardians) and Bob Persichetti (writer of The Little Prince).

Shameik Moore is not exactly a household name just yet, but he does most definitely qualify as a rising star in the industry. Starting his career with various bit parts and TV gigs, he broke through in a major way thanks to his lead role in the critically-acclaimed indie Dope. Most recently he's been playing Shaolin Fantastic on the Netflix series The Get Down, but he has also completed work as one of the stars in James Franco's upcoming directorial effort The Pretenders. The animated Spider-Man movie will be his first time doing voice-over work for a character.

While Shameik Moore is just starting out in the industry, Liev Schreber counts as a veteran in many respects. Not only has does he have experience with voice-over in movies, television and video games, but he also already has some comic book movie time under his belt too (having previously starred as Sabertooth in X-Men Origins: Wolverine). As noted earlier, it's not clear who exactly he will be playing in the animated Spider-Man movie, though it's been rumored that the villain will be The Prowler.

Based on the character created by Brian Michael Bendis and Sara Pichelli, the Miles Morales animated Spider-Man movie is now currently in production, being designed by Sony Pictures Animation. The film is currently scheduled to arrive in theaters on December 21, 2018, and we will be sure to have more details for you about the project as it continues through development.

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With James Mangold's Logan long set up to be Hugh Jackman's final turn as the titular superhero, talk has been swirling for the last couple years about the possibility of seeing the return of Sabretooth to the big screen -- specifically the incarnation brought to life by Liev Schreiber in 2010's X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Sadly, that idea didn't wind up coming together, as the feral mutant character isn't featured in the new blockbuster... but he definitely did almost have a role. As I recently learned from Logan screenwriter Scott Frank, there were plans to have Sabretooth featured in a sequence in the middle of the movie, but ultimately it was an element that got cut out of the script.

With Logan arriving in theaters this Friday, I had the wonderful opportunity to talk with Scott Frank over the phone earlier this week, and one of the many aspects of Logan that we discussed was the possibility of including Sabretooth in the narrative. When I first brought up Wolverine's arch-nemesis/sibling, the screenwriter at first didn't recall if he was ever mentioned in planning, but then later in the conversation remembered that there was nearly a part for the character to play in the part of the movie when Logan, X-23 and Xavier are traveling through Oklahoma City. Said Frank,

This certainly would have made for an interesting representation of the character, if not just because Sabretooth has never exactly been the "helpful" type. That being said, considering that the movie is set in a world where mutants are all but extinct, it wouldn't be totally unreasonable to think that Sabretooth might be willing to lend a hand to a few of the last remaining members of the Homo superior species. The change in dynamic would have definitely been something interesting to see in the film, but presumably it was somehow disruptive or didn't fit, which is why it was removed.

When viewed from the franchise perspective, this choice may wind up ruffling the feathers of a few fans - as the relationship between Sabretooth and Wolverine could have used a nice conclusion - but when looked at in the context of what Logan is, the decision does make sense. James Mangold and Scott Frank made a very deliberate decision to keep the number of mutants in the movie very limited, and starting to create exceptions for notable characters could have easily created a bad "opening of the floodgates" situation that they didn't want. Making the choice to not include Sabretooth allows the focus to stay on Logan, Xavier and X-23, and that's exactly where it needs to be for the story that is being told.

As mentioned earlier, Logan is arriving in theaters this week, and you can be sure that you'll find plenty more about the movie here on CinemaBlend in the coming days and weeks (including more from my interview with Scott Frank). Stay tuned for that, and hit the comments section below to tell us what you think about Sabretooth not being in the film.

Logan marks the end of an era for the X-Men movie franchise. While the cinematic universe will continue with the likes of Deadpool 2, New Mutants and a sequel to X-Men: Apocalypse, it will do so without Hugh Jackman as Wolverine. Maybe the character will show up later down the line played by another actor, but for Jackman, this is it. He's spent 18 years as Wolverine (the first X-Men movie began shooting in 1999), and now he's hanging up the claws. Needless to say, Logan will wrap up the arc of this iteration of Wolverine, and while marketing and promotional material have shown that a lot is being packed in, we're hoping that there's one important loose end that is resolved at some point in the story: Wolverine's relationship with Sabretooth.

The Wolverine/Sabretooth dynamic in the movies has been an odd one. In X-Men, the two had their bitter, animalistic hatred, but there was no deep connection between the two. They merely hated each other because 1, they were on opposing sides, and 2, well, they didn't like each other's scents, I suppose. Nine years later, X-Men Origins: Wolverine wound the clock back and brought back Sabretooth as Wolverine's half-brother, Victor Creed, who spent more than a century by James Howlett's (Wolverine's birth name) side surviving wars and outliving everyone around them. By the end of that movie, Sabretooth departed after helping Wolverine defeat Weapon XI, but beforehand, he had said only he has the right to kill him. While there were continuity issues with this version of Sabretooth, namely why he didn't recognize Wolverine in X-Men and why Liev Schreiber's Sabretooth looks so different from Tyler Mane's, the relationship between the two mutants was one of the prequel's few redeeming elements.

So now we have two primary loose ends with Sabretooth in the X-Men movie universe. From X-Men, we still haven't learned if he survived Cyclops' optic blast; given his healing factor, he probably did, but it would be nice to know for sure. From X-Men Origins: Wolverine, the "sibling" rivalry between Wolverine and Sabretooth hasn't been properly resolved. Since Sabretooth is Wolverine's arch-nemesis, Logan is the last opportunity to address both of these lingering plot threads. Sure, once Wolverine is recast we'll also see a new Sabretooth, but as far as the Hugh Jackman era goes, this is it. If Logan doesn't provide any answers, then it's extremely unlikely we'll ever get them. After all, even though Sabretooth is an overarching X-Men villain, he's at his best when he's directing ferocity at Wolverine. It would be great if Logan could properly conclude the arc between these two characters, preferably by having Liev Schreiber reprise Sabretooth.

Let me clarify that I don't expect Logan to dedicate a lot of time to the Wolverine/Sabrertooth dynamic. With everything going on with X-23, Tranisgen, Professor X's poor health, etc, it's extremely unlikely that we'll see a savage brawl between the two. If Liev Schreiber were to appear in Logan, it would be nothing more than a cameo role. So how likely is it he'll show up? Well, last year when Logan (then unofficially known as Wolverine 3) was in the middle of production, Liev Schreiber jokingly asked Hugh Jackman on social media if he had to appear in the movie. Schreiber later clarified that while Jackman had talked to him about the story, he wasn't sure if he would have a role or not. That doesn't bode well for him appearing, especially considering his Ray Donovan schedule. On the other hand, maybe Jackman, director James Mangold and the crew were able to sneak Schreiber onto the Logan set to shoot a scene or two. It wouldn't be the first time that a blockbuster has kept the appearance of a major actor a secret. Let's put it this way: it's more likely that Sabretooth will show up in Logan than Deadpool.

If a Schreiber reprisal is off the table, at the very least, maybe we could hear a reference or see paperwork that answers what Sabretooth's ultimate fate was, similar to what X-Men: Days of Future Past did with revealing that Banshee, Angel Salvadore, Azazel and Emma Frost had died in the years after X-Men: First Class. Maybe sometime after the battle at Liberty Island, Sabrertooth was captured by Transigen, and the experiments they ran on him either killed him or took away his powers. That's why he never found Wolverine again to settle their score. Whether it's through a direct appearance or exposition, Logan is the last chance for the X-Men movie universe to close the chapter on the Wolverine/Sabretooth story in its current form. Judging by early reviews, Logan sounds like it'll be quite the superhero movie treat, but if the third Wolverine spinoff can provide some kind of closure between its eponymous protagonist and Victor Creed, that would be the proverbial cherry on top.

Logan slashes its way into theaters on March 3. What do you think? Are you also hoping Logan finally concludes the Wolverine/Sabretooth storyline, or is that something to rightfully leave behind after all these years? Let us know in the poll and comments below!

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The sport of boxing may be dying (thanks to the popularity of the rival MMA), but boxing movies continue to attract crowds. Creed revived the Rocky franchise last year -- giving a voice to Ryan Coogler and a larger platform to his leading man Michael B. Jordan. And two boxing dramas will contend for audience eyeballs (and possible awards consideration) later on this year. One of them, The Bleeder, has Rocky ties, as it's the actual story of boxer Charles "Chuck" Wepner, a pro who got a shot as a bout with Muhammad Ali, and almost went the distance. His story inspired Sylvester Stallone, and it will be brought to theaters this fall with Liev Schreiber in the lead role.

As the film prepares to make its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, Schreiber, his co-star (and real-life spouse) Naomi Watts, and the creative team are making the rounds. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, The Bleeder director Philippe Falardeau talked about the extreme length they went through to get a realistic feel to his boxing matches... and by "they," I really mean Schreiber. Falardeau said:

They didn't call Chuck Wepner "The Bleeder" for nothing. In his fight with Ali alone, Wepner took such a beating that the ref had to call it off at a 7-count in the 15th round. According to legend, Wepner actually knocked Ali down in the ninth, though some argue that Wepner simply managed to trip the champ by stepping on his feet. You can do that in boxing? Here, watch it happen, and judge for yourself!

Adding the Rocky theme music to that clip helps. Rocky was inspired by Chuck Wepner's fight with Muhammad Ali, and The Bleeder, out this fall, will tell the same story. And it sounds like Liev Schreiber -- intent on making the film as realistic as possible -- allowed himself to be hammered close to 800 times so his director could get realistic shots that mirror Raging Bull or the first Rocky. OK, maybe the movie won't be that good, but we can be optimistic, no?

The Bleeder stars Schreiber, Watts, Ron Perlman, Elisabeth Moss, Jim Gaffigan and Pooch Hall as Ali. It should opens in theaters later this year, with a plan to expand in 2017.

It's tough to write, let alone even comprehend, that Hugh Jackman's tenure as Wolverine is close to coming to an end. But the Australian has already confirmed that Wolverine 3 will be the last time that he dons the famous claws and sideburns.

It is kind of understandable, considering that Wolverine 3 will mark the eighth time that Hugh Jackman has played Logan over the course of the last 17 years. Obviously this means that Hugh Jackman has no option but to go out in spectacular fashion.

But with the Wolverine 3 release date now less than a year away, we're still a little in the dark about who will be joining Hugh Jackman in the film, its rating, and when production will actually begin. So, what better time to lay out everything that we know about Wolverine 3, and try and figure out what's going to feature in the latest adventure for everyone's favorite mutant?

What Is The Wolverine 3 Release Date

Currently Wolverine 3 is pencilled in for a March 3, 2017, release date. This could be pushed back, though, if there are any problems with its production, but I'll speak more about that later. What sort of box office reaction can 20th Century Fox expect for Wolverine 3? Well if 2016 is anything to go by, then they could be on to a winner. 20th Century Fox is still ruffling through receipts for the $750 million-plus grossing Deadpool. This blockbuster managed to gross this sum despite being released in February, which is usually considered a cinematic wasteland. Meanwhile, Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice kick started the 2016 summer blockbuster season earlier than usual with its March 25 release, and it has even managed to overcome mediocre reviews to already take in over $686 million in less than two weeks. This proves that a March 3 release date could be lucrative for Wolverine 3, especially since there are currently no scheduled releases for the weekend before. However, its returns could be quickly stagnated, as it will be followed the week after by Kong: Skull Island, while Baby Driver, Beauty And The Beast, Knights Of The Roundtable, and Power Rangers will each follow before the end of the month.

What Is The Wolverine 3 Rating

Another way that Wolverine could be inspired by the release of Deadpool is with its rating. 20th Century Fox was so nervous about allowing Deadpool to be R-rated that they reduced its budget to just $58 million. Which is a pittance when it comes to a superhero film. Obviously,Deadpool went on to monumentally prove these naysayers wrong. And, the repercussions from its success could be huge for the superhero genre. In fact, there have been several rumors already that 20th Century Fox is willing for Wolverine 3 to follow in Deadpool's foot steps and be released as an R-rated film. Speculation first began in February when a pamphlet at the New York Toy Fair, reportedly distributed by Fox, insisted that the film would be rated R. A week later it was alleged by The Hollywood Reporter that Michael Green's script for Wolverine 3 possessed a level of violence and foul language that means the film is almost guaranteed to receive such a rating. Rather than being in response to Deadpool's box office haul, though, it's believed that Fox had been planning a more mature film before February. However, it clearly helped to validate their decision.

What Is Wolverine 3 About

It's been widely speculated that Wolverine 3 will take at least some inspiration from "Old Man Logan" which was released back in 2008 after being written by Mark Millar and drawn by Steve McNiven. "Old Man Logan" revolves around an older Wolverine who has, long ago, renounced his violent habits. Wolverine then travels around the United States and deals with a variety of Marvel villains. Which would be a wonderful way to bring Hugh Jackman's tenure to a well-rounded conclusion. However, it's likely that Wolverine 3 will only partly be inspired by this story as Marvel Studios owns most of the characters that are included in "Old Man Logan". What Hugh Jackman has confirmed is that Wolverine 3 won't take place in an X-Men time that we've already seen, while he has also insisted that it "does draw on some comic book stuff." Meanwhile, just earlier this week, Hugh Jackman was asked by MTV International whether Wolverine 3 would revolve around the "Old Man Logan" comic-book, but he refused to either confirm or deny this speculation. Instead he just revealed that he has read that specific series. In fact, he admitted that he's pretty much leafed through all of the Wolverine comics at this point, before then adding, "It would be no fun if you knew what it was all about." The bloody tease.

The Director

While it sounds like Wolverine 3 might be undergoing some rather big changes when it comes to its content, there is still going to be one constant as director James Mangold is once again in the hot-seat for the potential blockbuster. The Cop Land, Girl, Interrupted, and Walk The Line writer and director helmed 2013's The Wolverine. Both a critical and box office improvement on X-Men Origins: Wolverine, it's little surprise that James Mangold has been kept on for another stab at the character. In fact, James Mangold has been on board for Wolverine 3 since its predecessor was released. As far back as 2013, Hugh Jackman confirmed that he'd been talking with the director about ideas for the film, while James Mangold previously insisted (via Screen Rant) that if he was involved it would once again be character-centric rather than a huge over-the-top superhero blockbuster. Other than that, he's kept him mouth firmly shut about what we can expect.

Filming

Usually studios like to give themselves quite a bit of time to shoot big-budget films so that they can go back in for re-shoots to slightly adjust some issues, and so that they have enough time to conduct the lengthy post-production process and add special effects. Which is why it's slightly concerning that shooting on Wolverine 3 still isn't underway, despite the fact that we are now only 11 months away from its release. It's believed that Hugh Jackman, James Mangold and their large cast and crew will right this wrong at the end of this month when the film finally starts shooting in New Orleans and New Mexico on April 25. However there's also a good reason why it's taken so long for Wolverine 3 to get to production. That's because Hugh Jackman has previously insisted that he wanted the script to be perfect for his final outing as Wolverine. Obviously it has taken a little bit longer to reach this level of perfection. Which is understandable, considering that Wolverine 3 has, possibly, been partially adapted from an epic and gruesome comic book arc, which also happens to be one of the most popular to feature Logan.

Wolverine

First off, Hugh Jackman has suggested that we'll finally get to see Wolverine's beserker rage, which is when he puts his morals to one side and then really causes damage that he regrets later on. This could feasibly lead into him denouncing his violent ways, which is a main aspect of "Old Man Logan". But what we do know for certain is that Wolverine 3 will be the last time we'll ever see Hugh Jackman as the character. Probably. I mean it's impossible to say for certain. Why? Because not only is Hugh Jackman's popularity amongst X-Men fans still as fervent as at any point over the last 17 years, but the success of Deadpool means that the universe is currently thriving. Until we're told otherwise, though, let's just assume that this is the last we'll get to see Hugh Jackman as Logan, which is something that he confirmed back in July 2015 in the coolest fashion possible. Speaking about why he is walking away from Wolverine after 17 years, Hugh Jackman admitted that it just feels like it's the right time to do so, while proclaiming that the idea for Wolverine 3 is "the perfect way to go out." If Wolverine 3 is his final appearance as the mutant, then we can at least hope that he does make a cheeky cameo in this year's X-Men: Apocalypse. But what does Hugh Jackman's exit mean for the future of Wolverine in the X-Men universe? 20th Century Fox would almost certainly want the most iconic character from X-Men to return. Which would mean that Wolverine would be recast. A prospect that's just too hard to even consider right now. Thank the heavens then that Hugh Jackman is going to be joined by some old friends for his send off.

Professor X

Rather delightfully, Patrick Stewart has confirmed that he'll be returning as Professor Charles Xavier for a seventh time in Wolverine 3. However, while you have every right to be worried that he might just be making a tiny brief jaunt on screen like he did in X-Men Origins: Wolverine and The Wolverine, the English thespian has confirmed that he will be in a more prominent role this time around. Patrick Stewart confirmed back in August 2015 to Collider that he'd been approached to play a "very different Charles Xavier than the one we have seen before." This would fit in with the "Old Man Logan" speculation that has been swirling around, and it could see an older Wolverine paying a visit to his even older mentor as part of the plot. But, who else might Logan come across in the film? Well, it turns out, his biggest nemesis.

Sabretooth

Yep, that's right, Liev Schreiber has suggested that he will be returning as Victor Creed/Sabretooth in Wolverine 3. Hugh Jackman actually admittedlast year that fans on Twitter had deluged him with requests to bring Victor Creed back for his final outing. At the end of February, while at the Oscars, no less, the Spotlight actor not only confirmed that he had talked to Hugh Jackman about returning, but he also revealed that he finds the prospect of portraying an older Sabretooth as part of the "Old Man Logan" story "appealing." The return of Sabretooth is sensational news for X-Men fans. Sure, Liev Schrieber's appearance as the character came in the hugely mediocre X-Men Origins: Wolverine, but the actor still proved to be a impressive version of the mutant, who has rapid healing powers, razor-sharp fangs and claws, and superhuman senses. Allowing him to do so again in a genuinely good film is only fair, especially since Sabretooth is the total antithesis of Wolverine.

Additional Characters

So far, Wolverine 3's ensemble has only been boosted by the addition of Patrick Stewart's Professor X and Liev Schrieber's Sabretooth. But, we can expect further names from the X-Men franchise's storied past to be brought in, too. Especially if it sticks to the "Old Man Logan" structure. Who should be included, though? Well, since Wolverine was only introduced to the X-Men thanks to Anna Paquin's Rogue, her involvement would be special. As would an appearance by James Marsden's Cyclops, as the pair have a long and complicated history as love rivals for the affection of Jean Grey. But quite frankly anyone and everyone who has come into contact with Wolverine in 20th Century Fox's X-Men franchise would be welcome. Except for Ryan Reynolds' version of Deadpool from X-Men Origins: Wolverine, obviously. But that's a given.

So, that's everything we know right now about Wolverine 3. We'll keep you updated on any news as it comes along.

We’ll be at the end of an era just slightly over a year from now when Hugh Jackman's final performance as Wolverine hits the screen. While we’ve recently begun to pick up a few details about what will make up Wolverine 3, an old rumor has begun to rear its head again, as it appears that there’s a chance that Liev Schreiber may return as Sabretooth. According to the actor, he’s had conversations with Hugh Jackman about it.

Liev Schreiber, along with damn near every other actor and actress in known the universe, was at the Academy Awards last night. MTV caught up with him on the red carpet and asked him if there was any chance that we might see the return of Sabretooth, so that he and Wolverine could make a last bow together. Surprisingly, Schreiber didn’t hide the fact that conversations have taken place.

We’re used to actors being cagey about potential roles, so it’s rare when somebody actually admits that there have been conversations when there apparently hasn’t been a commitment. Several months ago, a Twitter exchange between Liev Schreiber and Hugh Jackman led some to believe that there might be plans for the return of Sabretooth. The actor quickly claimed that nothing like that was going on. While Schreiber was open that he wouldn’t be against returning, he also specifically stated that there had been no talks about doing so. Now, it appears that things have changed and the two friends have actively discussed the idea. It looks like Liev Schreiber is still interested, so maybe it will all come together after all.

Liev Schreiber first played Sabretooth in the much derided X-Men Origins: Wolverine. While that particular movie is seen as a low point in Wolverine’s long history, Sabretooth was one of the movie’s highlights, so we’d have no problem seeing him again. Hey, Deadpool got a chance at redemption from that movie, and his character was in much worse shape by the end.

Wolverine 3 is currently set to be an R-rated feature that will take its inspiration from the classic Old Man Logan graphic novel. While Sabretooth does not play a part in that story, it would already require some significant reworking as the rights to several of the characters that do make appearances are not currently owned by Fox. The only other actor currently who we know is set to appear is Patrick Stewart.

Would you like to see the return of Sabretooth in Wolverine 3? Let us know in the comments.

Spotlight has found itself atop many a Top 10 list over the last few weeks. Which is rather unsurprising when you consider that it’s a meticulously crafted, riveting expose on the investigation and cover up of child abuse by Roman Catholic priests in the Boston area. But while critics and movie folk have been fawning over Spotlight, how do the journalists whose actions were adapted for the film feel about it?

Rather unsurprisingly, they love it. Well, at least Marty Baron, played by Liev Schreiber in Spotlight, did. Baron oversaw the investigation into the rampant child abuse in and around Boston. You can imagine that seeing yourself being portrayed up on screen is somewhat bizarre, but rather than being unable to invest in the film because he was one of the characters, Baron insisted that he actually became emotional while watching it. During a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, he admitted:

Marty Baron declard that he now hopes there will be a renewed interest in investigative journalism. Especially since over the last few years, because of the fight between instant online content and physical editions of newspapers, these teams of investigators have largely been squeezed out.

During the same interview, Baron revealed that the investigation into the Catholic Church abuse that ultimately inspired Spotlight "was the most meaningful work that [he’s] ever been involved in." The primary reason for this was because of the huge impact that it had on the Catholic Church, as well as politicians and ordinary people.

Spotlight not only does a fantastic job of showing the repercussions of the team’s work, but it also presents to viewers exactly how the likes of Michael Rezendes, Walter Robinson, Sacha Pfeiffer, Marty Baron, Ben Bradlee Jr., and Matt Carroll fought, compiled, and created their piece. It does this in an unsympathetic manner, where even the heroes come out dirty because they could have done more, and sooner.

Expect to hear even more about Spotlight over the next few weeks, because the film will almost certainly be in line for numerous, high-profile accolades over the impending awards season. With Michael Keaton and Stanley Tucci’s performances, and Tom McCarthy’s writing and directing, destined for nominations.

Although most comic book actors typically get to play their roles for as long as they’re required, there have been exceptions. Whether they decide they’ve had enough of the character or found themselves replaced for some reason, old actors leave and new actors take over for the next theatrical installment, and despite looking different, they are, for all intents and purposes, the same character. So that poses a unique question: Who played the better version?

We picked the five biggest examples of casting changes in superhero movies and weighed which of the actors gave the better performance in their respective films. It’s important to note that this list will not judge the differences in performances when it comes to reboots. So don’t expect comparisons between Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Mans, Christopher Reeves and Henry Cavill’s Supermans, etc. The focus will solely be on actors who played the same characters within the same continuity. Let’s take a look!

Sabretooth

Tyler Mane: Sabretooth in 2000’s X-Men was about as one-dimensional a character as you can find. His only job was to unleash his berserker rage whenever directed to by Magneto. When he wasn’t doing that, he just stood around and remained mute, save for a few words. Sure, Mane nailed Sabretooth’s ferocity, but that’s all that was notable. There was nothing of substance with his Sabretooth. The script clearly wanted him to be nothing more than the Brotherhood’s muscle.

Liev Schreiber: Taking aspects from the Origin miniseries, X-Men Origins: Wolverine gave audiences an earlier version of Sabretooth that was a much different beast…so to speak. Aside from having the same abilities and rage as Mane’s version, there were barely any similarities between the two Sabretooths. Schreiber’s version was intelligent, well-spoken, and had a feud with Wolverine that actually made sense. It was a major step up.

Conclusion: While Mane’s Sabertooth certainly looked the part, it was Schreiber who nailed the role and then some. X-Men Origins: Wolverine has a lot of faults, but he was one of the few good things about that movie. His performance was nuanced enough that we’re hoping that he’ll return for Hugh Jackman’s last hurrah as Logan in Wolverine 3 to give us more of the Sabretooth we deserve.

Batman

Michael Keaton: When the 1989 Batman film came out, the only previous live action iterations of the Caped Crusade were the actors that had played him in 1940s film serials and Adam West in the 1960s TV series. So Michael Keaton had free reign to make Batman his own, and he made quite an impression. He was aloof and likable as the public Bruce Wayne, but as Batman he was an intense force that was determined to rid Gotham City of crime. In Batman Returns, he was successful in making Batman even more of a badass while also adding layers of tragedy to the character. How’s that for a comedy actor?

Val Kilmer: When Keaton decided not to do the third Batman film, Val Kilmer was recruited to take his place. While his Bruce Wayne was decent in Batman Forever, he didn’t do much to distinguish his Batman from the previous incarnation of the billionaire playboy. Most of his lines were delivered in a monotonous tone, and his version didn’t feel so much like Batman as a guy desperately wanting to be Batman. Franky, there simply wasn’t anything notable about this iteration of a character.

Conclusion: While Batman Forever gets more hate than it probably deserves, there’s no denying that Michael Keaton did a better job than Val Kilmer. Keaton was more intimidating as the Dark Knight while Kilmer was a weak successor that failed to impress most viewers. At least we can say they both did a better job than George Clooney.

Rachel Dawes

Katie Holmes: Aside from Catwoman and reporter Vicki Vale, Rachel Dawes is arguably Batman’s most well known love interest, which is remarkable given that she wasn’t from the comic books. Katie Holmes originated the character in Batman Begins, where most of her time was spent either critiquing Bruce Wayne for his behavior to sticking her nose into organized crime around Gotham City. While she wasn’t a bad character, Holmes’ performance just seemed a bit too…dry. There wasn’t really anything special about it.

Maggie Gyllenhaal: Gyllenhaal succeeded Holmes for The Dark Knight, and though she didn’t get as much screen time, she impressed, both as a prosecutor and a person. Her chemistry with Bale was better, and she and Harvey Dent made a remarkable couple for the short time they were together. She also seemed to have more attitude than her predecessor, which is helpful in a city where you can get hurt for just picking up a falafel.

Conclusion: Both actresses did a good job playing this original character, and Holmes did get to be in more action scenes. However, we have to give the edge to Gyllenhaal just for being more convincing as Rachel, though admittedly maybe this is because she was the version of Rachel that we associate with Bruce’s loss in the latter half of The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises. Regardless, Gyllenhaal gave the better performance overall.

War Machine

Terrence Howard: For his one Marvel movie stint, Terrence Howard did a good job playing Tony Stark’s buddy James Rhodes, a.k.a. Rhodey. Even though Iron Man didn’t delve into specifics of how they became friends, you could tell that these two are very close, and Howard’s Rhodey had no qualms about calling Tony on when he screwed up. Unfortunately, because his screen time was cut during the final release, we didn’t get to see as much of him as we wanted. Shame…

Don Cheadle: After Terrence Howard was let go from the MCU (we won’t open that can of worms in this piece), Don Cheadle took his place. For the first half of Iron Man 2, Cheadle didn’t feel like the Rhodey we’d met in the first movie, but fortunately that particular problem righted itself in the latter half (like when he and Tony argue about where they should be positioned when Vance’s drones come). By Iron Man 3, the relationship felt like it was back to normal, and by the time we saw him in Avengers: Age of Ultron, it really felt like Cheadle’s Rhodey wasn’t just Tony’s best bud, but also one of the Avengers gang. He made quite an impression.

Conclusion: This comparison would be a lot easier if Howard had been able to become War Machine. As it stands, Howard’s dynamic with Tony Stark felt more genuine, but Cheadle has managed to win (almost) everyone over by now. Frankly, even if Howard had put on the War Machine armor, Cheadle’s Rhodey just feels more heroic, and now it just feels right having him wear the suit. Also, maybe it’s just me, but I feel like Cheadle’s Rhodey is someone you’d have more fun grabbing a beer with than Howard’s.

Bruce Banner

Edward Norton: The Incredible Hulk was the reintroduction of Marvel’s Green Goliath to the big screen five years after Ang Lee’s Hulk. Norton’s performance was satisfactory, but it wasn’t exceptional in any way. He does get kudos for capturing the split personality aspect of Bruce Banner and Hulk well (a.k.a. a modern day Jekyll and Hyde), but that’s about it. During the whole movie it feels like Norton is just going through the motions and doesn’t have his full heart in it. Norton was by no means awful, but he also didn’t shine while wearing Banner’s shoes.

Mark Ruffalo: There’s no denying that Ruffalo’s Hulk feels much different than Norton’s. In fact, if it weren’t for Tony Stark’s appearance in The Incredible Hulk and Bruce Banner mentioning "breaking Harlem" in The Avengers, we’d wonder if they were from separate continuities. The fact is that Ruffalo’s portrayal carried more emotional weight. Yes, he’s realized that he can’t change what’s happened to him, but that still doesn’t stop him from feeling the pain of living with a monster inside of him. It also helps that Ruffalo’s Banner has adopted a lighter attitude about his condition, which is a refreshing change from the constant depression. Honestly, the character is more likable in the role when it’s Ruffalo.

Conclusion: Keep in mind that this isn’t analyzing which of their Hulks were better, but who delivered the better Bruce Banner performance. Even so, this is a tough decision, but we’re going with Ruffalo on this one. He had a good grip on what makes Banner unique while also giving audiences a side of the character that hadn’t been seen on film before. To put it simply, he was more versatile.

Will he or won’t he? Will Liev Schreiber’s Sabretooth make a reprisal in Hugh Jackman’s last Wolverine movie after debuting in X-Men Origins? A tweet from the actor seemed to suggest that he would be, but now it seems we all were reading too much into it. Schreiber recently hit up The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to clear up the matter.

When the late-night talkshow host first brought up the subject, the actor clarified,

In mid-August, Jackman posted a photo on Twitter of himself bulking up at the gym, which seemed to indicate he was preparing for his last stint as Wolverine. Schreiber then responded by tweeting, "do I have to do that…" Though this was clearly not a confirmation of his character’s involvement, it was enough to plant a seed. After a playful back-and-forth accompanied by audience laughter and cheers, Fallon naturally followed up by asking if he’d want to come back. Schreiber said,

Still not much is known about the plot of the third solo Wolverine movie. James Mangold, who directed the actor in The Wolverine, returns to helm him once more from a script from Michael Green. Jackman hit up San Diego Comic-Con earlier this summer for 20th Century Fox’s slew of panels. He teased the "Old Man Logan" story line from the comics while on stage and revealed a promotional image for the film with Wolverine’s middle claw protruding from his knuckles. Elsewhere, after Patrick Stewart, who plays the older version of Professor Xavier in the films, teased his return for Wolverine 3, he confirmed the news. The Old Man Logan story features a post-apocalyptic future of sorts in which Logan is, obviously, an older man and the last remaining X-Man. An appearance from Sabretooth wouldn’t be out of the realm of possibilities for this story, especially since superhero movie makers tend to take liberties with the source materials. Though, we’ll have to hang tight as the cast firms up.

Watch Schreiber’s full comments to Fallon in the clip below.

The third Wolverine movie is scheduled to hit theaters on March 3, 2017.

After Hugh Jackman teased that Sabretooth might appear in the third Wolverine movie, it seems as though Liev Schreiber has confirmed his return. The actor, who portrayed Victor Creed in X-Men Origins: Wolverine, posted a tweet in response to Jackman that makes us all think he’s ready to suit up for his buddy’s final stint as the adamantium-clawed mutant.

On Monday, Jackman tweeted a photo of himself getting into tip-top shape. Schreiber added fuel to the fires of speculation by responding with the following:

While Hugh Jackman didn’t note why he’s doing this routine, we can assume it’s for Wolverine 3. He is starring in a movie coming out next December about the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus origins, but it doesn’t seem like he needs to be insanely chiseled for that. Another explanation is that he could be working out for a cameo appearance in Bryan Singer’s X-Men: Apocalypse, after all. We all saw how vague that Comic-Con presentation was. Another more than likely reason for the intense workout is Wolverine 3, though, and Schreiber's reply adds even more "evidence" for us to throw on the pile.

Though it’s not an official — or obvious — confirmation, it does raise some eyebrows, and Lord knows how these actors love to tease the fans. Just yesterday, we reported some statements Jackman made to the Sydney Confidential podcast that one of the things he kept hearing from fans about for the third Wolverine movie was the re-emergence of Victor Creed, aka Sabretooth. Though the character hasn’t appeared in an X-Men movie since 2009 with Origins, he is Wolverine’s most infamous archenemy. It would also be a nice touch to have the same man who co-starred in Jackman’s first solo Wolverine movie to come back for his last.

Details on Wolverine 3, including the title, are still under wraps, but Jackman teased an adaptation of the Old Man Logan storyline during the San Diego Comic-Con presentations. This arc from the comics sees an older version of Logan as the last X-Man as he traverses a post-apocalyptic landscape. However, Jackman has been teasing that, in true Marvel movie style, one main comic book will be adapted with elements from others sprinkled throughout. Patrick Stewart, who originated the role of Professor Xavier and reprised it for Days of Future Past, confirmed that he’ll also feature in Wolverine 3. James Mangold returns following The Wolverine to direct Jackman in the film, while Michael Green is on script duty.

Wolverine 3 will is scheduled for theaters on March 3, 2017, and production will begin in early 2016.

Most seem divided as to whether "issue" movies work, but bringing attention to a horrible tragedy is a reminder that history is what we make it. In certain circumstances, advocacy can be the difference between saving a life and ending a life, and if a movie regarding certain issues is big enough, those issues become conversation. Such is the case with the appropriately-titled Spotlight, the true-life story of reporters uncovering a massive priest sex-abuse case.

Deadline reports that Mark Ruffalo, Rachel McAdams, Michael Keaton, Aaron Eckhart, Liev Schreiber and Stanley Tucci will star in Spotlight. The film concerns a Boston Globe investigation into a Catholic priest abuse case that reveals a decade-long cover-up on the part of the church. Academy Award nominee Tom McCarthy wrote the script for the film along with Josh Singer, and Open Road is set to distribute the film, which is being made with the assistance of Participant Media. McCarthy, an actor, writer and director who has steadily moved behind and in front of the camera, should bring a sure hand and an even-keeled approach to the film. One of his strongest movies is the sweet-natured The Station Agent, which features Game Of Thrones star Peter Dinklage in a much more contemporary role.

The Spotlight Team of reporters that discovered this coverup and inspired the name of the new film includes Globe editor Marty Baron (Schreiber), Spotlight editor Robby Robinson (Keaton), and reporters Michael Rezendes (Ruffalo), Sascha Pfieffer (Rachel McAdams) and Matt Carroll, who uncovered a massive backlog of coverups when investigating what they thought was merely a local case. Tucci will play attorney Mitchell Garabedian, though its unclear who Eckhart would play right now. This is a hot cast who have done some substantial work lately: Ruffalo, a very politically savvy actor, appeared in HBO's recent The Normal Heart this year and in a few months will show up in Foxcatcher. McAdams, meanwhile, is excellent in the currently-in-theaters A Most Wanted Man . Keaton's set to be seen in Birdman, which is drawing strong pre-Oscar notices.

The question is, how will this movie work? Yes, it's a significant story that must be told, but how do you make it cinematically compelling when half of the audience is turned off by the story of pedophilia, and the other half is simply waiting for the reporters to come across the revelation that the cover-up extends beyond Boston? Furthermore, making a film where reporters who are heroic and priests are monstrous should be easy: you'll have to trust McCarthy can find the complex human dimension behind such a case, the humanity within the humanity, and take the appropriate risks to bring this tragedy to life. If it were anyone else, it would be questionable. Because it's McCarthy, it's a leading contender to be one of 2015's toughest and most compelling movies.

America's antebellum south has been the setting of two recent Academy Award winning films, 2012's Django Unchained and 2013's 12 Years A Slave. Looking to continue the trend of celebrated slavery-centric American drama is The Good Lord Bird, which, as has just been announced, will feature Liev Schreiber and Jaden Smith in lead roles.

The Good Lord Bird is an adaptation of the bestselling historical-fiction novel of the same name, penned by James McBride. Deadline reports Schreiber will take on the portrayal of outspoken (and real life) abolitionist John Brown, while Smith will play Henry "Little Onion" Shackleford, a young slave. The film will focus on the friendship that evolves between the two men, and Shackelford's coming-of-age in a pivotal period of American history. Here's the book's plot synopsis, courtesy of Amazon:

According to Deadline, other real-life inspired roles that have yet to be cast include Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman. While its premise might make The Good Lord Bird seem poised to be a drama, the book's tone has been compared to Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. So anticipate a certain lighthearted satirical edge that may even play well to younger audiences.

If appealing to teens is part of the plan, the casting of Smith makes sense, as he was the star of the hit action-comedy reboot The Karate Kid back in 2010. Notably, he followed that critically praised vehicle with the critically loathed After Earth, a bloated science-fiction that cost $130 million to make and took in only $60 million domestically. Nonetheless, some producers still consider the young Smith a draw, as evidenced by the fact that The Karate Kid 2 is currently in the works. Of course, that might have something to do with the fact that Overbrook Entertainment, founded by Jaden's father and recurring co-star Will Smith, is producing the sequel. This might just be why we tend to think of Jaden as Will Smith's son, instead of as an actor.

If Overbrook is involved in The Good Lord Bird, the production company is keeping quiet about it for now. Regardless, Smith has to start proving himself as an actor outside of his father's shadow if he hopes to forge a reputation of his own. From the sounds of it, the role of Shackleford will be a demanding one. Can the fifteen-year-old child star pull it off? We'll be watching.

No plans have been announced regarding The Good Lord Bird's production start date.

Lee Butler has already gotten some great actors to play presidential roles in his upcoming film The Butler. Robin Williams is attached as Dwight D. Eisenhower, James Marsden will play John F. Kennedy, and John Cusack will portray Richard Nixon. Today the Oscar-nominated filmmaker found another yet another POTUS.

According to Deadline, Liev Schreiber is all set to play President Lyndon B. Johnson in the upcoming drama. The film is based on the true story of Eugene Allen, who worked as a butler in the White House over the course of eight separate presidencies. The timetable of the plot will tackle more than thirty years of American history, a period that included the civil rights movement, the Vietnam War and the assassinations of great figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., President John F. Kennedy and Senator Robert Kennedy. Forest Whitaker will play Allen while Oprah Winfrey and David Oyelowo will play his wife and son. Also attached to the star-studded affair are Alan Rickman, Jane Fonda (as Nancy Reagan), Minka Kelly (as Jackie Kennedy), Mariah Carey, Vaness Redgrave, Alex Pettyfer and Jesse Williams. Danny Strong co-wrote the script with Daniels and Quincy Jones is attached to compose the music.

Schreiber and Johnson really don't look anything alike, but looking at some of the casting choices made so far it's clear that the make-up budget on this film is already going to be out of this world, so why not? Schreiber is a talented actor and his performance should elevate beyond his appearance. The Butler is currently in production.

We've seen directors express their love of the French capital in Paris, Je' T'aime and others explored the five boroughs in New York, I Love You. Now it's time for filmmakers to express their adoration for the largest city in Australia.

As first reported last June, producers Gary Hamilton and John Polson are currently working to create their own love letter to Sydney, Australia - titled Sydney Unplugged - and today they have announced the list of directors that will be tackling segments in the compilation film. THR reports that Anthony LaPaglia, Toni Collette, Alex Proyas, David Michod, Ivan Sen, John Curran, Kieran Darcy-Smith, Liev Schreiber, Rachel Ward, Ray Lawrence and Russell Crowe have all signed on to direct one of 12 stories that will make up the anthology. The film will mark the first time that LaPaglia and Collette have worked behind the camera. Production is scheduled to start in the second half of 2012 and shooting will all be done within the city.

Said Polson when the lineup was announced, "It’s no secret some hugely talented directors, actors and others either live here or are from here. It’s about time this talent got together to tell stories that showcase one of the world’s most beautiful cities. The people that have stepped up to take part in this project are beyond our wildest dreams."

To go with the announcement, a teaser trailer of sorts has been launched online. Check it out below.

While there are some interesting names listed here, there are some key missing names, including John Hillcoat, Baz Luhrmann, Craig Gillespie and Phillip Noyce. Perhaps they were all simply too busy working on their own projects to take part in this one.

There is an ever increasing trend that has seen several Hollywood veterans flock to premium television. From Dustin Hoffman and Nick Nolte trying their Luck to Chris Cooper and Dianne Wiest boarding The Corrections (both at superstar network HBO), stars in the twilight of their careers are finding juicy parts on the small screen. Now, two more legends, Jon Voight and Elliott Gould, are also making the transition off the big-screen to join Ray Donovan at Showtime.

The Wrap reports that the Oscar winner and nominee (Voight won for his fearless performance in Coming Home while Gould was nominated for his work in Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice) are joining Liev Schreiber in the Showtime pilot Ray Donovan, or what seems like a TV adaptation of Michael Clayton. Sorry, not to sound like a jerk but after reading the synopsis (coupled with that oddly similar title), I can't help but make a comparison. Showtime's Ray Donovan is about a 'fixer' or 'troubleshooter' who cleans up messes for an L.A. law firm. See, Michael Clayton.

Voight has been brought in to play Scheiber's father Mickey Donovan, an ex-con who makes the trip out to Los Angeles to reconnect with his family among some other shady dealings. Gould will play Ezra Goodman (the Tom Wilkinson role), Ray's mentor suffering from dementia who is also a senior partner at a law firm. Even though this sounds like an 'homage' (rip-off of) to Terry George's Academy Award nominated film, it still has such a stellar ensemble shaping up that it will be hard not to tune in - especially since Ann Biderman, the mind behind the woefully underrated Southland, is the creator and executive producer. Well, they say if you're going to steal, steal from the best... And besides "the truth can be adjusted."

The siren song of pay cable has lured in another big talent who has traditionally stuck to the big screen. Deadline is reporting that Liev Schreiber has signed on to play the lead in Ray Donovan, a dramedy pilot for Showtime. This will be the first TV series job for Schreiber since a four-episode run on CSI back in 2007, in the aftermath of William Petersen's departure.

Schreiber will play the title character, a Hollywood "fixer" who gets called in to solve embarrassing problems, like dead hookers or action heroes getting busted while coked out of their mind and attempting to couple with inanimate objects. He's the guy that keeps people's names out of the papers, pays off those who need to be payed off, and generally tries to keep the world from noticing the thick sheen of filth under Hollywood's glitz and glamour. Unfortunately, his knack for problem-solving doesn't extend to sorting out his own dysfunctional family.

Schreiber had previously played down the likelihood of him ever taking on an ongoing series role. When he took on the short CSI gig, he said that "I hadn’t done any television, not because I was against television, but mostly I was afraid of the contracts. I have kind of a two-month attention span and I figured if I get locked into one of those, I would be dead.” Obviously he's overcome his paralyzing fear of contracts, and it's a good thing, because this sounds like a great role for him.

Ray Donovan was created and exec produced by Ann Biderman (Southland). TV and film producer Mark Gordon (Criminal Minds, Source Code) is also an executive producer on the series.

There has been a flurry of activity in the casting department for the cleverly titled independent drama Robot and Frank, which Jake Schreier will direct from an original screenplay by Christopher Ford.

Earlier in the week, Variety reported that Liev Schreiber, Jeremy Strong and Liv Tyler had been cast in a picture that already had lured two heavy hitters in Frank Langella and Susan Sarandon. Next, the trade added that James Marsden has agreed to join the ensemble, and would be playing the role of one of Langella’s sons. (Unfortunately, unlike in Richard Kelly's The Box, it’s unlikely Langella will once again present Marsden’s character with a box, a button, and a life-changing offer.)

A press release distributed by the newly formed Park Pictures Features decribes Robot as a family comedy set in the future that follows a curmedgeonly old loner named Frank (Langella) whose daily routine involves visiting his lone friend, a librarian (Sarandon). Tired of seeing their father all alone, though, Frank's children (Tyler, Marsden) set him up with a caretaker robot (voiced by Schreiber), and an unlikely friendship between man and machine eventually forms.

That's an admirable ensemble for a family film, and if anyone can sell the emotional bond between a lonely soul and a soulless machine, it's Langella. Park Pictures also confirmed that Frank is the first of several planned features on the narrative feature company's to-do list, which also includes a new project from British director Ringan Ledwidge, an adaptation of Sam Lipsyte's best-selling novel The Ask, and an adaptation of David Foster Wallace's short story, Little Expressionless Animals.

Eugene Levy is one of those actors whose performance is entirely dependent upon what particular film he's in that week. Like a cocky high school soccer team he always plays down to his competition, but when the material is there, or at the very least Christopher Guest is involved, you can count of him for a few funny scenes. Or at least that's what the new Jay Baruchel/ Evan Goldberg comedy Goon is hoping for.

According to Variety, the hockey flick which already boasts Seann William Scott and Liev Schreiber is filming up in Winnipeg, and Eugene Levy has just signed on to play a yet-to-be-revealed part. The story, based on a similarly titled memoir, follows a brawler who unexpected joins a local minor league hockey team and finds near instant success, at least until the league's resident goon comes gunning for him.

I'm torn. While I have to support nearly any film made about hockey on principle (because hockey is awesome), I'm a little concerned because Slap Shot, the greatest sports movie of all-time, also charts the story of minor league brawlers. Still with an excellent cast and a screenplay penned by Seth Rogae's writing partner, I will certainly go out of my way to find Goon when it shows up in theaters.

Liev Schreiber claims he hasn't been intentionally choosing dark and brooding roles lately, but between the villainous Sabretooth in X-Men Origins: Wolverine, the vicious company boss in Repo Men and now the hard-nosed CIA agent Winter in Salt, he seems to spend more time than anyone these days scowling onscreen. Luckily, he's good at it, and even luckier for me and my fellow reporters, he's as gregarious in person as he is menacing onscreen.

We caught up with Schreiber last week in D.C. to talk about Salt, a movie with so many twists and turns-- many involving his character-- that entire sections of the conversation had to be stricken from the record (sorry, guys). What we did manage to keep in, though, is worth it-- his revelation that not all CIA agents are nerds when he met famous outed agent Valerie Plame, how he diffused any sexual tension between himself and Angelina Jolie by talking about their kids, and the TV show he wants to film with Salt co-star Chiwetel Ejiofor called Sassy and Butch. Find out who's Sassy and who's Butch by reading below.

What was it like filming that big church scene in New York, especially as a New Yorker familiar with the city?

That was amazing. That’s probably up there with running through the Washington mall in my dress shoes. But that was just amazing to me, that we were at St. Bartholomew’s church and not only had we stopped traffic but there were like 20 bagpipers marching up the middle of Park Avenue. It was like, wow, this is really decadent.

Could it have been the same if you filmed in Toronto?

No offense to the Canadians, but I believe location is like a character and authenticity really matters. When you’re in a place like New York or DC you just can’t beat it, and it’s so hard to recreate because they are both such distinctive places. I think it’s pretty easy these days to tell films that are shot in Toronto.

What did you take away from meeting all the spies before filming?

The first thing I was intrigued by was the fact that the average CIA operative was not ex-military or special forces or in anyway lethal looking or James Bond-y. The average CIA agent looked more like Aldrich Ames than they did Daniel Craig. That was interesting to me because it turns out most of them are analysts. They’re language students, poli-sci students, who are selected through an elaborate process. But then it was contradicted again because than I met Valerie [Plame] and I was like wa wa wow! Talking to Valerie I found out she had extensive weapons training and extensive combat training and I was like, "I guess I was wrong, you’re not all nerds."

But I like the fact that they’re nerds. I like duality in character, I like the opposition. I think that’s what’s so successful about Tom Clancy’s books and with Harrison Ford. As attractive as he is, I think one of the things he was able to bring to it was the sensibility of a middle-aged man. He had a bad back and people would shoot at him and he would dive behind cars and his back would hurt. I thought that’s interesting and compelling because he’s humanizing it. That’s an exercise for an actor. I’m not that interested in working with impervious people.

What was it like working with Angelina? Had you known her before Salt?

I hadn’t known her very well, at all. I was very nervous in the beginning. I get very nervous around famous people and I get nervous around beautiful women. This was a big double whammy for me and initially really uncomfortable, which was worrying me. I felt like the important part of the job for me was to develop familiarity with her because that was the humanizing factor. But then we bonded over kids very quickly. I have 2 small kids and she has 2 small kids and it quickly became, "Oh you’re doing time-outs now? That’s just teething." And all the sexual tension went out of the room. All the anxiety about her being very famous and a super-human celebrity kind of went away and I found this very nice easy person that I could relate to.

I love that you and her are trading drag roles, since you did drag in Taking Woodstock and she does drag in Salt?

I’m actually nervous because Angelina is very powerful in Hollywood and she's got in her head that she wants to do a movie with her, I, and Chiwetel, where Chiwetel and I are the girls and she’s a man. I have a feeling that she’s actually going to make this happen. I’ve been thinking about doing a cop show with Chiwetel where we’re cross-dressers called Sassy and Butch. I’m Butch.

You've been playing a lot of dark characters lately. What has been drawing you to them?

I don’t think I play a dark character in this movie, but I don’t look at it that way. I also don’t have as much control over what I get as you think I do. I think there’s that perception of me. A lot of times in Hollywood you’re as good as your last job. You do something well and people go, 'Oh that’s what he does.' When I was in school everything was comedy, all I did was comedy. I haven’t been able to get back to comedy in ages. You screw one goat…

Writer Richard Levine's entire resume consists of work on the small screen, most notably on Nip/Tuck, so it's no surprise that his first feature film plays out much like a TV show. The unusual thing is that Every Day is as ordinary as they come, whereas Nip/Tuck is far from it. Every Day may be a low-key film about an average family dealing with average problems, but Levine's more twisted side is still evident; its brainchildren are just kept as theoretical concepts rather than visual ones.

Ned and Jeannie (Liev Schreiber and Helen Hunt) live in a nice home with their two sons Jonah and Ethan (Ezra Miller and Skyler Fortgang). Like just about any family, they're seemingly happy, but have some issues. Ned writes for a television show and his more restrained ideas clash with his boss' demand for concepts with extreme shock value. Jeannie is forced to ditch her career when she winds up taking care of her sickly father in addition to her two boys. Making matters worse, her father, Ernie (Brian Dennehy), is a bit of a handful and anything but thankful. Then there are the kids; Jonah has known he's gay since he was 12, but his father is still having a hard time accepting it. Meanwhile, Ethan is on the paranoid side constantly questioning his folks about the potential of home invaders and if his grandfather will walk into the light soon.

The gang certainly has troubles, but all of the calamities are fairly reasonable. The dialogue is natural and the characters’ thought processes believable leading to a series of events that play out in a manner that feels real. It also feels a bit like an elongated episode of a television drama. It never dulls, so it's not stretched to the point of feeling bloated and boring. Every Day isn't tending toward a grand conclusion; it flows more like a weekly show. The progressions are taken in stride and are significant but not overwhelmingly profound occurrences in a never-ending story, the story of a person's life.

It's a good thing the people we're spending the 97 minutes with are likable and even pretty funny. Jeannie is a little on the mopey side, but it's understandable considering the messes she’s stuck cleaning up. She spends most of her time with Ernie who, despite his dismal situation, garners a significant amount of laughs often at Jeannie’s expense. Ned's somewhat of a sad sack himself. He's the strong and silent type, never putting up a fight accept when it comes to Jonah's hope to attend a gay prom. Ned's situation gets interesting when his risqué live-life-for-the-moment coworker Robin (Carla Gugino) is assigned to help him fine tune a script. The word risqué pretty much says it all; sexual tension ensues.

Jonah's a typical teen packed with snarky remarks, but his involvement is secluded to tension created by his sexual preference. Ethan's quite the opposite. He lacks a storyline and acts as more of a spectator of the family affairs. He's a cute little boy with dialogue beyond his years, which is intrinsically funny.

Every Day is like any day; there's really nothing special about it, but it does emulate the value of seeing a nice movie for sheer enjoyment. There's no life lesson and it doesn't pass any judgment when it comes to dealing with family dysfunction, but it does leave you feeling pretty damn good in the end and there’s certainly nothing wrong with that. Check out Every Day to get out of your own head for a bit, have a giggle at another family's expense and put your own issues into perspective.

I think we all saw this coming. It doesn’t look like Liev Schreiber will make it into Wolverine 2. The next Wolverine movie is slated to head to Japan, loosely following a story laid out for the character in the comics in which Wolverine and gets all samurai. Normally where there’s Wolverine there’s Sabretooth, but talking to the press today Liev, who played villainous nemesis Sabretooh in X-Men Origins: Wolverine, revealed that may not be true this time.

At today's press conference for Repo Men, Schreiber told us everything he knew about the next film thanks to his dinner date from last night:

Unless they shoehorn in a flashback or some sort of foreshadowing, it looks like Victor won't make it. But that’s alright. Do we really need more Sabretooth anyway? The character’s already been in two X-Men movies, both the first X-Men played by Tyler Mane and X-Men Origins played by Schreiber. I’d rather see Wolverine fight Silver Samurai.

Ever since I saw Sherlock Holmes I've been excited all over again about Jude Law, an actor who was so amazing 10 years ago-- The Talented Mr. Ripley! A.I.!-- but has lately been stuck in a long series of unimaginative roles. And while Sherlock may mean a creative resurgence for Law on the screen, first we're stuck with another role he seems to have taken for the money-- Repo Men.

The film's trailer debuted today at MySpace, and you can watch it embedded below behind an age gate. It's set in a future in which you can buy expensive replacement organs, but if you can't pay the bills, repo men like Law's characters will come cut it right out of your body. Of course at one point he's forced to consider the consequences of his job and go on the run from the authority, and this is the kind of trailer that doesn't hide a bit of that plot twist from you.

It's kind of like Law was worried for a while there about losing his hair, and then saw Jason Statham become famous and say "Dude, I can do that." Thus, we have Repo Men. And don't be fooled by the presence of Liev Schreiber, as good as it is to see him in anything-- he was Sabretooth, after all. Below is the trailer and the first official image, and below that, the official synopsis. The movie comes out April 2 next year.

Liev Schreiber has a reputation as a serious actor. He's played Hamlet onstage, after all, and even in this summer's gloriously ridiculous Wolverine, he brought some depth to his role as Sabretooth. When he walks in for a roundtable interview he definitely doesn't seem like the brooding type, giving thoughtful and friendly answers even to a question about whether he'll be in a Wolverine sequel. But it's when we ask about the research he did to play the part of Vilma, the drag queen security guard in Taking Woodstock, and he gives a 10 minute answer that covers the entire history of drag queens in the 1960s, that that "serious actor" reputation really comes true.

In addition to drag queen history, and his mom's childhood friend named Silverbell, Schreiber talked about working with newcomer Demetri Martin, the spirit of camaraderie on Ang Lee's set, and how helpful it is to walk around in a corset. Read our full interview below. Taking Woodstock opens today, August 28.

How was working with Demetri Martin?

I thought he did great. He was under the misguided perception that, because I had done films before, that I would be able to help him somehow. It really was no more than saying, 'You have the incredible good fortune of making your first feature film with Ang Lee. So just relax, and go with it.' Film is such a bizarre vehicle for acting. It's such a bizarre experience. I don't think you ever really get familiar with it. If you do get familiar with it, you're probably not that good anymore.

There's a lot of attention to detail in the movie. Did you get that sense on the set as well?

Yeah, I think that's one of the things that really defines Ang as a director. He's a very careful observer, particularly in relation to period films, he's very good at that. In a lot of ways [the set] really mirrored the environment of Woodstock. That spirit of camaraderie and compassion really showed up on our set. People were taking care of each other. People knew who my character was, and they'd go "woo hoo!" when I walked by. If there was a problem on the set, it was like "Go Vilma!" because I was security.

If you were coming of age during the era, what would you have done at Woodstock?

I wonder if I would have had the gumption to go up there. I certainly would have loved to have been there, I just don't know if I would have been able to get off the couch and sit in traffic for a day to get there. It's not like me. I'm a typically lazy person. It is sort of characteristic of actors. Maybe I just speak for myself but as self-consumed as they can be, and narcissistic and needy and all those cliches, most of them are more observers than they are participators. If iI had went it would have been to watch. I probably would have been very self-conscious.

What kind of research did you do to play Vilma?

I did a lot of research. I got down to my fitting, and [costume designer] Joe [Aulisi] showed me pictures of drag queens, circa 1950 drag queens. I just hated it. Doing drag can really run the risk of being cliche. Also the script felt like it ran the risk of being farcical and hokey. Playing a character with such extremes was begging a kind of comedy that I thought could potentially be pretty shallow.

I did some research into what was going on in terms of the sexual revolution that was happening in the 60s in the gay community and particularly in the drag world. Before the 60s, guys doing drag would dress like their mothers or iconic Hollywood actresses. In the 60s you started to see guys incorporating much more artistic and much more imaginative characterizations. I thought trying to bring some of that element to this would be a good idea.

Also, I didn't really see Vilma as a drag queen. I saw Vilma as a gay man who liked to wear women's clothing. It was a lifestyle choice, it wasn't a drag choice. My mother had a friend, a guy named Silverbell, when I was little kid, who lived like this. He was 60 years old and had long silver beard and long hair and he wore women's clothing-- he didn't wear a lot of dresses, but he wore a lot of long, flowy silk pants-- and he had a beard and big rings and he would wear eyeliner. It just was uncomfortable for a 6'2 man to wear high heels, so he would often wear sandals, but beautiful sandals. He wouldn't bother shaving his face, because it was too much of a pain in the ass. And for me that was something very real from my childhood that I thought was fascinating, in terms of playing a character that represents contradictions. And the endgame of that is delivering a message about acceptance to Elilott-- if Vilma is comfortable i his own skin, anybody should be.

There's an interesting physicality to the character, since you've very big and muscular, but there's a grace to it. How did you work that out?

I think Ang liked the contradiction of a muscular man who wants to be a woman, or wants to live as a woman. Anything that involved contradiction was good for Vilma. But, when you've got a guy that old who wants to live in that way, you've got to assume that he's had some experience, so he's got to be good at it to some extent. Or at least he's gotten to a place where he's comfortable with it. So yeah, you've got to practice. you've got to watch the way you move. I spent a few weeks in a corset. I think walking in corsets really helped. The other thing is also, you put on a dress and it really does affect how you move. You keep trying on clothes until something inspires some movement.

I doubt Liev Schreiber has much of a choice when it comes to returning for Wolverine 2. Presumably he signed a contract that would see him playing Sabretooth as long as they need him, and the only question becomes whether or not they want to continue Wolvy's rivalry with his brother, or move on to bigger and stranger villains.

But at today's junket for his new film Taking Woodstock, Schreiber says he's not certain he'd be ready to return as Victor Creed. "I'm over 40 now, and do I really want to go through the physical stuff that it took to pull that off again? I'm not so sure." At the same time, he sounded a bit like a fanboy when discussing possible futures for his character. "As an audience member, I'd be really interested to see how you'd go from the Liev Schreiber Victor Creed to the Tyler Mane Victor Creed [from X-Men]. So I'd like to see that."

Schreiber filmed Taking Woodstock almost immediately after wrapping Wolverine, meaning he was still sporting gigantic biceps in his role as drag queen/security guard Vilma. It's a funny contrast, and Schreiber says the vibes on the two sets were completely different as well. "Taking Woodstock was more about watching Ang Lee work, getting a chance to go and watch somebody who I really respected work. Whereas on big, action, effects-driven films, you sort of have to take care of your work. Everyone is so busy, everyone has so much work to do, you really have to take care of your own performance, and manage it. In this movie it was much more open to saying, 'Oh, what do you think Ang, where do you want to go? OK, I'll wear the blond wig."

For anyone who enjoyed Schreiber's Sabretooth but might have felt a bit exhausted by all the violence, Taking Woodstock is a nice middle ground, offering Schreiber in a completely different mode as the liberated and tough drag queen who encourages main character Elliott (Demetri Martin) to come to terms with who he is as well. We'll have more later from Schreiber on his role in the movie and his plans for the future, including whether or not he'll work with his wife, Naomi Watts, again. Taking Woodstock comes out August 28.