Chris O’Dowd has become the latest actor to sign on for a trip to The Twilight Zone, with Get Shorty and The IT Crowd star set to appear alongside Amy Landecker (Transparent) in an episode of the anthology series entitled ‘The Blue Scorpion’.The Jordan Peele-hosted revival of the classic Rod Serling show is being produced […]
Nicolas Cage to star in martial arts sci-fi Jiu Jitsu
Variety is reporting that Nicolas Cage has signed on to star in the martial arts sci-fi Jiu Jitsu, which revolves around an ancient order of expert Jiu Jitsu fighters who take on fearsome alien invaders in a battle for Earth every six years.The film, based upon the comic book of the same name, is being […]
Exclusive: Usher cast in stripper drama Hustlers alongside Jennifer Lopez
Earlier today we brought you some news on the cast of the upcoming stripper drama Hustlers, and now we have word that R&B singer Usher has also signed on to appear in the film, which is set to begin production this week.Hustlers is being written and directed by Lorene Scafaria (The Meddler) and “follows a […]
Disney confirms $71.3 billion Fox takeover is now complete
Following on from 21st Century Fox’s statement yesterday, The Walt Disney Company has now officially announced that it has completed its $71.3 billion takeover of Fox’s film and TV assets.“This is an extraordinary and historic moment for us—one that will create significant long-term value for our company and our shareholders,” said Bob Iger, Chairman and […]
The Curse of La Llorona confirmed as part of The Conjuring Universe
Having premiered at SXSW this month, it has now been confirmed that – as speculated by many fans – the upcoming horror The Curse of La Llorona is actually part of Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema’s The Conjuring Universe.As reported by Bloody Disgusting, the film features an appearance from Tony Amendola, reprising his role […]
Terminator 6 officially titled Terminator: Dark Fate
Back in February, producer James Cameron revealed that the upcoming Terminator reboot/sequel has been going by the working title Terminator: Dark Fate, and now we have official confirmation that Paramount Pictures will be sticking with that title.Terminator: Dark Fate reunites Cameron with original Terminator stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton, for what is said to […]
Comic Book Preview – Marvel Action: Avengers #3
Marvel Action: Avengers #3 hits comic book stores this Wednesday, and you can take a look at a preview of the issue here; take a look…The saga of the stolen Iron Man armor comes to a thrilling conclusion! Will the Avengers be able to stop the wily machinations of the Iron Mechanic and his army […]
Ryan Reynolds marks Disney’s Fox takeover with Deadpool post
Now that The Walt Disney Company has officially completed its takeover of 20th Century Fox’s film and TV divisions, the fan favourite antihero Deadpool now falls under the control of the Mouse House and its Marvel Studios subsidiary (along with the rest of the X-Men, Fantastic Four, and a whole host of other IPs).To mark […]
Miranda Richardson joins HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel
Entertainment Weekly is reporting that Miranda Richardson (Harry Potter) has become the latest addition to the cast of HBO’s as-yet-untitled Game of Thrones prequel pilot.Richardson joins a growing cast that includes Naomi Watts (Gypsy), Josh Whitehouse (Poldark), Naomi Ackie (Lady Macbeth), Denise Gough (Colette), Jamie Campbell Bower (Camelot), Shella Atim (Harlots), Ivanno Jeremiah (Black Mirror), Georgie […]
Steven Seagal stars in trailer for General Commander
Action icon Steven Seagal is back next month and out for revenge (and redemption!) in the action thriller General Commander, where he takes on the role of a GRS operative leading a team of young recruits as they hunt the most dangerous and notorious criminals with the help of a Hong Kong billionaire. Check out […]
