Articles by Konstantin Makarov
Conclave Director Edward Berger to Make Netflix Film About Stradivari
Edward Berger and Tony-winning playwright Itamar Moses are developing "Stradivari" for Netflix — a period drama about rival luthiers in 18th-century Italy.
Scream 7 to Become First Franchise Entry Released in IMAX
Paramount has released a new trailer for Scream 7 and announced the film will be the first in the series to get an IMAX release.
Disney CEO Bob Iger reportedly plans to step down
The Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger is considering an early exit from his role, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Ian McKellen spilled the beans about an episode of Avengers: Doomsday
Ian McKellen reportedly revealed a key plot detail about Avengers: Doomsday during an interview.
James Wan announces plans to direct a new "Saw" film
The legendary horror franchise "Saw" is set to return. At the Sundance Film Festival, creators announced work on a new film as a spiritual successor to the 2004 original.
The timing of the premiere of the Harry Potter series has been confirmed
HBO has clarified the release window for its Harry Potter series — early 2027.
Berlin Film Festival announces the jury
The organizers of the 76th Berlin Film Festival presented the jury..
Home Alone star Catherine O'Hara dies
Catherine O'Hara, star of "Home Alone", has died in Los Angeles at the age of 71.
Fast & Furious 11 will be released in spring 2028
"Fast and Furious 11" will be released in spring 2028. Louis Leterrier directs; Vin Diesel returns as Dominic Toretto.
HBO will release a Harry Potter series in early 2027
HBO will release the Harry Potter series in early 2027. Casey Bloys confirms; each season adapts one book.
The World Premiere of Han ye deng zhu (Light Pillar) by Xu Zao Completes the Programme of Perspectives
The World Premiere of Han ye deng zhu (Light Pillar) by Xu Zao Completes the Programme of Perspectives.
Filming has begun on a prequel to the action film "Rambo: First Blood"
Filming has begun in Bangkok on the prequel to "Rambo: First Blood". Jalmari Helander directs; Noah Centineo stars as young Rambo.
Helena Bonham Carter will move into the White Lotus
Helena Bonham Carter joins the cast of "The White Lotus" season 4 on the French Riviera. New cast members and Chateau de La Messardiere setting.
Halle Berry to play the US president
Halle Berry will star as the US president in Apple Original Films' adaptation of the thriller The President Is Missing by Bill Clinton and James Patterson.
Marvel Studios will produce Deadpool 4
Marvel Studios and Ryan Reynolds are moving ahead with Deadpool 4 after the record-breaking success of Deadpool and Wolverine, the highest-grossing R-rated film in history.
Dirty Dancing sequel in the works at Lionsgate
Lionsgate is developing a Dirty Dancing sequel with Jennifer Grey returning as Baby and serving as executive producer; filming is expected to begin later in 2026.
Mercy tops US box office
Timur Bekmambetov's sci-fi thriller Mercy led the North American box office on its opening weekend with $11.2 million. Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson star.
Taika Waititi reveals his Star Wars concept
Despite the Lucasfilm leadership change, Taika Waititi's Star Wars film is still in development. The director spoke about his approach at the Sundance premiere of Fing.
Rapper Travis Scott to appear in Odyssey
A new teaser for Christopher Nolan's Odyssey has aired on US television. Travis Scott is spotted in the footage. The Homer adaptation opens abroad on 17 July 2026.
Robert Eggers wraps shooting on horror film Werwulf
Robert Eggers has finished shooting his werewolf horror Werwulf in England. The cast includes Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Lily-Rose Depp and Willem Dafoe.
The Beekeeper sequel to arrive in winter 2027
Amazon MGM has set a release date for The Beekeeper sequel. The Jason Statham project will hit US theatres on January 15, 2027.
Steven Soderbergh's new film gets release date
NEON will release Steven Soderbergh's Christophers in US theatres on April 10. The cast includes Ian McKellen, Michaela Coel, James Corden and Jessica Gunning.
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck reveal Netflix's strict script requirements
Actors and producers Matt Damon and Ben Affleck have revealed Netflix's strict internal requirements for film scripts, which they believe simplify and standardize the filmmaking process.
Zoe Saldana has become the highest-grossing actress in history.
Zoe Saldana has become the highest-grossing actress in history. Oscar winner Zoe Saldana has officially topped the global ranking of highest-grossing actors following the success of the third insta...
Filming has begun on Tom Ford's new film
Production has begun in Rome on director and fashion designer Tom Ford's third project, the historical drama Cry to Heaven.
Guy Ritchie's thriller ‘The Wife and the Dog’ has a release date
Guy Ritchie's thriller ‘The Wife and the Dog’ has a release date Black Bear has announced the release dates for several films in 2026, including Guy Ritchie's thriller Wife and Dog, starring Anthon...
Elijah Wood commented on rumors about Frodo Baggins' return.
Elijah Wood commented on rumors about Frodo Baggins' return. Elijah Wood, who played Frodo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings franchise, has spoken out about Sir Ian McKellen's recent statement regar...
Zootopia 2 becomes highest-grossing animated film in Hollywood history
The sequel to Disney's hit Zootopia made an impressive box office leap, grossing $1.7 billion worldwide. This result allowed it to surpass another successful sequel from the studio, Inside Out.
The cast of the series ‘Kennedy’ starring Michael Fassbender has been revealed
The cast of the series ‘Kennedy’ starring Michael Fassbender has been revealed. Netflix has confirmed the cast for its new series Kennedy. Michael Fassbender will star as Joseph ...
The main program of the Berlin Film Festival 2026 has been announced
The main program of the Berlin Film Festival 2026 has been announced. The main program of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival has been announced. The competition will feature 22 films that will compete...
Director Peter Jackson explained his reluctance to make films.
Director Peter Jackson explained his reluctance to make films. Oscar-winning director Peter Jackson, creator of the epic trilogy ‘The Lord of the Rings,’ explained his long absence from feature fil...
Filming of David Fincher's ‘The Adventures of Cliff Booth’ has been completed
Filming of David Fincher's ‘The Adventures of Cliff Booth’ has been completed The sequel to Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood will be released this summer on Netflix...
The Exorcist starring Scarlett Johansson will be released in spring 2027
The Exorcist starring Scarlett Johansson will be released in spring 2027. Universal will release the new ‘The Exorcist’ on 12 March 2027, according to media reports. Scarlett Johans...
Berlinale 2026 opening film announced
The opening film of the Berlinale 2026 has been announced. Directorate of the Berlin Film...
Hans Zimmer will compose the soundtrack for the Harry Potter series.
Hans Zimmer will compose the soundtrack for the Harry Potter series. Renowned Hollywood composer Hans Zimmer will score the HBO adaptation.
“28 Years Later” sequel received rave reviews from critics.
“28 Years Later” sequel received rave reviews from critics. The first reviews from foreign critics of the horror film “28 Years Later: Temple of Bones” have appeared online. The fi...
Ryan Hurst to play Kratos in God of War adaptation
The streaming service Amazon Prime Video has announced the name of the actor who will play Kratos in the upcoming adaptation of the God of War video game series. It will be Ryan Hurst.
The screenwriter of “Severance” will work on the second season of “Mr. and Mrs. Smith.”
The screenwriter of “Severance” will work on the second season of “Mr. and Mrs. Smith.” Amazon has appointed a new showrunner for the series Mr. and Mrs. Smith. The second season w...
Michelle Williams joins Damien Chazelle's prison drama
Oscar nominee Michelle Williams has joined the cast of Damien Chazelle's prison drama.
Director Brian De Palma announced his new film project
Famous Hollywood director Brian De Palma, author of the cult films "Scarface" and "The Untouchables", is preparing to shoot a new film after several years of forced downtime. The project will begin filming this summer in Portugal...
The lead actors in Disney's film “Rapunzel” have been announced.
The lead actors in Disney's film “Rapunzel” have been announced. The game version of Disney's animated film “Tangled” has found its lead actors. Australian actress Tegan Croft, known for the series Ti...
The premiere date for the second season of the series "Beef" has been announced
Netflix has announced the premiere date for the second season of the anthology series "Beef". According to the announcement, the second season will debut on streaming on April 16, 2026...
The trailer for “The Death of Robin Hood” with Hugh Jackman has been released
A24 presented the debut trailer for the epic The Death of Robin Hood. The film will be released in June. The plot of the film tells about the famous robber and hero of folk legends Robin Hood (Hugh Ja...
Movie theaters ask Congress to stop sale to Warner Bros.
Movie theaters ask Congress to stop sale to Warner Bros. The largest cinema chains categorically opposed the deal to sell the studio The largest US cinema chains will try to block the possible purchas...
Evangeline Lilly complained of brain problems
Lost, The Hobbit trilogy and Ant-Man franchise star Evangeline Lilly took to social media to reveal shocking details about her health condition. The actress shared that she has been experiencing severe brain fog and memory problems...
Marvel star Sebastian Stan was invited to DC film "Batman 2"
The actor is in negotiations to participate in the sequel to "Batman" with Robert Pattinson. Marvel Cinematic Universe star Sebastian Stan may join the cast of the new DC film. According to sources, Stan is being considered for a significant role...
Saw Creator James Wan Wants to Direct Avatar 4
Horror mastermind James Wan says he would gladly step in to direct a potential fourth Avatar film if James Cameron decides to hand over the reins.
The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum Sets 2026 Filming Start
The Lord of the Rings universe returns to Middle‑earth as The Hunt for Gollum locks in a May 2026 start date, with Ian McKellen and Andy Serkis back on board.
Avatar: Fire and Ash Reaches $1 Billion at Global Box Office
The blockbuster 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' has officially reached one billion dollars at the global box office. Director James Cameron becomes the first filmmaker in history to achieve this milestone with four consecutive films.
Rocky: This Is Me Biopic Sets November 2026 Release Date
Amazon MGM Studios is making a serious bid for the next awards season. Peter Farrelly's drama 'Rocky: This Is Me' will be released in theaters in November 2026.
Netflix May Limit Warner Bros. Films to 17-Day Theatrical Window
Streaming giant Netflix intends to acquire Warner Bros. studio for $82.7 billion. The deal could close in the third quarter of this year, but it still faces serious antitrust scrutiny.
Stranger Things Finale Released on Netflix
The final episode of the series runs over two hours and received high ratings from viewers
Xavier Dolan Announces New Project Filming
Canadian director plans to begin filming an untitled film in fall 2026
Zootopia 2 Becomes Disney's Highest-Grossing Animated Film
The sequel grossed $1.46 billion, breaking the record set by 'Frozen 2'
'The Wire' Star Isaiah Whitlock Jr. Dies at 72
The American actor passed away at the age of 72 after a short illness
Filming of 'Ocean's Fourteen' to Begin in Fall 2026
George Clooney announced cameras will roll in October, with the 1979 comedy 'Going in Style' as the main reference
Frank Darabont Discusses Filming Fifth Season of 'Stranger Things'
The director of 'The Green Mile' and 'The Shawshank Redemption' returns to work after a decade-long break
Idris Elba Knighted by King Charles III
The actor received the honorary title for social work and crime prevention
Brigitte Bardot Dies
Famous French actress Brigitte Bardot has died at the age of 91. The news of her death was confirmed by Nice Matin.
Rumor: Jordan Peele May Work with Marvel
Marvel Studios has offered Oscar-winning director Jordan Peele to direct one of its projects. Among potential films, media outlets note the long-suffering 'Blade'.
Macaulay Culkin Explains Why He Left Acting
'Home Alone' star Macaulay Culkin explained in an interview why he decided to leave acting at 14. The actor wanted to live the life of an ordinary teenager.
Marty Supreme Shows Best Box Office Opening in A24 History
Sports dramedy 'Marty Supreme' starring Timothée Chalamet earned $28.1 million in its first weekend in the US. This is the highest box office figure in A24 studio history.
Stephen Graham May Star in Heat Sequel
British actor Stephen Graham has been offered a role in the sequel to the crime thriller 'Heat'. Rumors suggest he may play a young Neil McCauley.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Teaser Named Most Popular in 2025
Analytics company Wave Matrix named the teaser for 'The Devil Wears Prada' sequel the most popular of the year with 181.5 million views.
Disney Becomes Most Profitable Studio of 2025
For the first time since 2019, Disney's box office exceeded six billion dollars. The success was driven by 16 films, including 'Zootopia 2' and 'Lilo & Stitch'.
Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ Drops Epic First Trailer
Universal has unveiled the first trailer for Christopher Nolan’s epic ‘Odyssey’ — a large‑scale retelling of Homer’s myth led by Matt Damon and an all‑star cast. The film hits theaters on July 17, 2026.
New Images from 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man' Film Released
Netflix has released new images from the film adaptation of the cult series with Cillian Murphy as Thomas Shelby. The film arrives on March 20, 2026.
'Zootopia 3' Officially in Development
'Zootopia 2' directors Jared Bush and Byron Howard have confirmed work on the threequel. Release is expected no earlier than 2030.
Pluribus Finale Hits Apple TV+ Three Days Early
The final episode of Vince Gilligan’s series Pluribus has been moved up to December 23; season two is already in production.
Avatar: Flame and Ashes Grosses Over $137 Million in Opening Days
The third film in James Cameron's franchise opened with impressive results: $36 million in the U.S. and $100.4 million internationally, including previews and opening day.
Paul King to Direct Feature Film About Labubu Toys
Paddington and Wonka director Paul King will helm a film about the cult Labubu toys created by Hong Kong designer Kasing Lung.
Barack Obama Publishes List of Favorite Films of 2025
The former U.S. president has traditionally shared his selection of the year's best films, including 'One Battle After Another,' 'Train Dreams,' 'Hamnet,' and other notable titles.
James Cameron to Return to Terminator Without Arnold Schwarzenegger
The director plans to begin work on a new installment in 2026 after completing the 'Avatar: Flames and Ashes' press tour. Cameron insists on a new generation of characters and a broader interpretation of the film's ideas.
Wim Wenders will chair the jury at the 76th Berlin Film Festival
Wim Wenders will become the chairman of the jury of the 76th Berlin Film Festival. On December 12 it became known...
Thomas Vinterberg to Direct 'The Brothers Lionheart' Miniseries
The 'Another Round' director is adapting Astrid Lindgren's novella for Apple TV+, with playwright Simon Stephens handling the script.
Sony Developing a New Film in the Men in Black Franchise
The studio has launched a new Men in Black project, once again hiring 'Bad Boys' reboot writer Chris Bremner for the script.
Japanese Actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa Passes Away
The legendary Japanese actor passed away at the age of 75 from complications after a stroke. Over his career, he played more than 150 roles in film and television.
28 Years Later: Temple of Bones Gets a New Grim Trailer
Sony has released a new trailer for the zombie horror '28 Years Later: Temple of Bones' — once again set in a Britain ravaged by the Rage virus.
Netflix Offers Highest Bid for Warner Bros Acquisition
The streaming giant is participating in the bidding for Warner Bros acquisition alongside Paramount and other majors, offering the highest cash bid.
The Simpsons Movie 2 Premiere Moved to September 2027
20th Century Studios has moved the release of the sequel to the cult animated film from July to September 2027, timing the release to Labor Day weekend in the US.
Thomas Newman to Compose Music for New Star Wars Film
Director Shawn Levy announced that the soundtrack for 'Star Wars: Starfighter' will be composed by 15-time Oscar nominee Thomas Newman.
Cahiers du Cinéma Names Best Films of 2025
The influential French film magazine published its top 10 best films of the year, with the Spanish documentary 'Days of Solitude' topping the list.
ABC Reveals Scrubs Reboot Teaser with Original Cast
The network released the first video for the continuation of the cult medical series featuring Zach Braff, Donald Faison, and Sarah Chalke.
Scarlett Johansson Joins Mike Flanagan's New Horror
Blumhouse and Universal tapped Scarlett Johansson for Mike Flanagan's standalone horror to reboot The Exorcist universe.
Paramount Reboots Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in Live-Action Format
The studio launches a new live-action film in the TMNT universe in the style of 'Sonic the Hedgehog' and closes the animated series 'Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles'.
Zootopia 2: Bunny and Fox Return After Ten Years
The long-awaited sequel to Disney's cult animated film will be released on Thanksgiving weekend.
Angelina Jolie to Star in Doug Liman's Spy Thriller
Angelina Jolie will star in Doug Liman's new film 'The Initiative'. The director of 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' is working with the actress again on a spy thriller.
Universal Retains Rights to 'Bourne' Franchise
Universal has signed a new agreement with Robert Ludlum's heirs and retained the rights to the Jason Bourne franchise. The studio already has a draft of a new installment with Matt Damon.
Christian Bale May Star in Heat 2 with DiCaprio
Christian Bale is in talks for a role in the sequel to Michael Mann's cult thriller.
HBO to Produce 'V for Vendetta' Series and Jimmy Olsen Spin-off
HBO is developing a series based on 'V for Vendetta' comic, as well as a 'Superman' spin-off about journalist Jimmy Olsen titled DC Crime.
Far Cry TV Series Anthology in Development
A Far Cry video game series will be adapted into a TV anthology. The project is being developed by creators of 'Legion', 'Fargo' and 'Mythic Quest' Rob McElhenney and Noah Hawley.
'Shrek 5' Delayed by Six Months
The premiere of 'Shrek 5' has been moved from December 23, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The animated film will tell about the further adventures of the green ogre and his family.
Sony Announces Cast for The Beatles Biographical Films
Sony Studios confirmed the star-studded cast for a series of four films about the legendary Beatles, scheduled for release in 2028.
Tom Cruise Finally Gets an Oscar — Honorary One Though
After many nominations, Tom Cruise received his first Oscar statuette at the Governors Awards ceremony.
Zack Snyder Begins Filming 'The Last Photograph'
Zack Snyder is finally beginning filming on 'The Last Photograph', a project that has been in development for over 20 years. Starring Stuart Martin and Fra Fee.
New Stills from Christopher Nolan’s “Odyssey” Featuring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway and Tom Holland
Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway and Tom Holland appear in new stills from Christopher Nolan’s “Odyssey”, as the cast teases the film’s epic scale and their characters.
Peacock Cancels 'Poker Face' After Second Season
Streaming service Peacock has canceled 'Poker Face' after its second season. Creators are negotiating to sell rights to another streamer, with Peter Dinklage potentially taking the lead role.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Drops First Trailer
Rosalina (voiced by Brie Larson) and Bowser Jr. (played by Benny Safdie) join the brothers in a sequel hitting theaters on April 3, 2026.
First Teaser for 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Released
The first teaser for the sequel to the popular comedy 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' has been released. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci return to their roles. Premiere scheduled for May 1, 2026.
John Woo and Nicolas Cage Reunite for 'Gambino' Film
Director John Woo and actor Nicolas Cage reunite nearly 25 years after 'Windtalkers' to work together on a crime biopic about mafia leader Carlo Gambino.
Jumanji 3 Officially Starts Shooting
Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Karen Gillan and Kevin Hart reunited on set; the threequel hits theaters on December 11, 2026.
Michael Jackson Biopic Trailer Breaks Record for Music Biopic Views
The Michael Jackson biopic trailer garnered 116 million views in its first 24 hours, setting a record for music biopics and surpassing 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour'.
Vince Gilligan's Pluribus Gets a Full Trailer
Apple TV+ previewed the Vince Gilligan series about writer Carol, played by Rhea Seehorn; it premieres November 7 and is already renewed.
Johnny Depp Will Play Ebenezer Scrooge
Ti West is directing a new A Christmas Carol starring Johnny Depp and Andrea Riseborough, slated for November 13, 2026.
Disney Shelves the Ben Solo Movie
Steven Soderbergh and Adam Driver pitched a Ben Solo standalone to Lucasfilm, but Disney's top brass passed on the project.
David Chase Developing MK-Ultra Series for HBO
The Sopranos creator will chronicle CIA chemist Sidney Gottlieb and the MK-Ultra mind-control program for HBO.
Evil Dead Burn Wraps Production
Sebastian Vanicek has wrapped Evil Dead Burn, due July 24, 2026 alongside an upcoming animated series.
How Paramount's New Bosses Plan to Reshape the Studio
David Ellison's team outlined streaming consolidation, IP strategy, potential asset sales and a renewed NFL partnership.
Aaron Sorkin Tackles The Social Reckoning
The Social Network writer adapts The Facebook Files, focusing on whistleblower Frances Haugen and reporter Jeff Horwitz.
Avatar: Flame and Ash Debuts a New Trailer
James Cameron's third Avatar film introduces a volcano-dwelling Na'vi clan plus Úna Chaplin, Michelle Yeoh and David Thewlis.
Jim Jarmusch Wins Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival
Jim Jarmusch won the main prize at the Venice Film Festival for 'Father, Mother, Sister, Brother'. Best Actor award went to Toni Servillo for Paolo Sorrentino's 'Pardon'.
Marty Supreme Sets Box Office Record in U.S. Limited Release
The sports comedy starring Timothée Chalamet grossed $875K from six screens in New York and Los Angeles — the top per-theater average of 2025.
Fallout Season Two Returns to New Vegas
Prime Video dropped the season-two trailer for Fallout, teasing New Vegas, Mr. House and a weekly release cadence through February.
Paramount Courts Legendary and Revives Franchises
Paramount's new leadership eyes a global pact with Legendary, revives Top Gun and other tentpoles, and targets 15 theatrical releases a year.