Take a glance at this season’s Emmy contenders in the nonfiction special category and you’ll see names that sparkle: Springsteen, Dion,...

Disney’s Lilo & Stitch live-action remake is a box office hit, earning over $341 million globally on its opening weekend, making it the second-biggest debut of 2025. The film retells the beloved 2002 animated story with upgraded visuals, heartfelt performances, and a fresh take on the meaning of family. With strong fan support and record-breaking attendance, it’s already surpassed the original’s lifetime gross and reignited love for Stitch in a whole new generation.

Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars have been delayed to December 2026 and 2027, marking a major shift from the franchise’s usual summer releases. The move reflects Marvel Studios’ effort to recalibrate after Phase Four’s mixed reception. With the Russo brothers directing and a cast that includes returning Avengers, the Fantastic Four, and even Robert Downey Jr. as a Doom variant, these films aim to reignite fan excitement and possibly reboot the MCU.

Behind the scenes, Hollywood isn’t always as glamorous as it seems. From political tension between Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot on Snow White, to explosive clashes like Tom Hardy vs. Charlize Theron on Mad Max, celebrity feuds often turn sets into battlegrounds. Whether it’s icy silences, public fallouts, or legal battles, these on-set dramas prove the real action sometimes happens when the cameras stop rolling.

As Wicked: Part One gears up for its highly anticipated release, one song is already stealing the spotlight: “For Good.” Once a Broadway tearjerker, it's now poised to become 2025’s defining musical moment, thanks to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s emotionally charged duet. With themes of friendship and transformation, the ballad is already going viral—and could launch Wicked’s legacy to new cinematic heights. This isn’t just a farewell song; it’s a cultural reset.

Final Destination: Bloodlines marks a chilling return for the franchise, blending classic thrills with fresh ideas. Released May 16, 2025, the sixth film follows college student Stefanie as she uncovers a family curse tied to death’s unbreakable design. With inventive, terrifying death scenes and a deeper mythology, directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein breathe new life into the series. Tony Todd returns as Bludworth, adding eerie continuity to this suspenseful and stylish r

Turning a book into a TV series requires more than just faithful retelling—it demands emotional truth and creative reinvention. Series like The Handmaid’s Tale, Normal People, and Sherlock succeed by honoring their source material while transforming it for the screen. Whether by expanding a dystopia, capturing unspoken intimacy, or reimagining a classic detective, these adaptations prove that the best ones don’t just follow the book—they translate its soul.

The leap from page to screen is tricky—literary nuance can be lost and characters flattened. Yet some adaptations succeed, like The Princess Bride, Killers of the Flower Moon, and Dune. By honoring the essence of the books while embracing the strengths of cinema, these films show that great adaptations aren’t about strict fidelity—they’re about capturing tone, theme, and emotion in new ways that elevate both mediums.

Conclave, the 2024 political thriller starring Ralph Fiennes, has seen a surge in popularity following the historic election of Pope Leo XIV. With its gripping portrayal of the Vatican's secretive papal selection process, the film has been referenced by insiders and reportedly watched by several cardinals—some as preparation for their first conclave. Even Pope Leo XIV himself viewed the film beforehand, adding a cinematic twist to one of the Church’s most solemn traditions.

Ryan Coogler’s Sinners is a chilling, soulful triumph that blends Southern Gothic horror with African-American history and folklore. Set in 1930s Mississippi, the film stars Michael B. Jordan in dual roles as twin brothers trying to open a juke joint amid rising supernatural terror. Drawing on Hoodoo traditions and blues music, Sinners explores guilt, legacy, and resistance. With powerful performances and deep cultural roots, it’s both a box office hit and early Oscar contend

Thunderbolts marks a bold tonal shift for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, trading heroic optimism for moral ambiguity and psychological depth. Released on May 2, the film follows a team of antiheroes on covert missions far from Avengers-style glory. Directed by Jake Schreier and featuring Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Thunderbolts explores paranoia, guilt, and betrayal in a darker, grittier MCU landscape.

Sebastian Stan and Leo Woodall are set to star in Burning Rainbow Farm, Justin Kurzel’s latest true-life thriller. The film tells the powerful and tragic story of Tom Crosslin and Rollie Rohm, a couple who founded a peaceful cannabis haven in rural Michigan that ended in a deadly 2001 siege. Written by Tommy Murphy and based on Dean Kuipers’ book, the film explores themes of love, resistance, and systemic injustice. Production details will be revealed at the Cannes Film Festi

Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock are reuniting for a new romantic thriller in development at Amazon MGM Studios. Described as "propulsive," the untitled film marks the duo’s first on-screen collaboration since The Lake House (2006) and their iconic team-up in 1994’s Speed. The project is penned by Noah Oppenheim (Jackie) and produced by Reeves, Bullock, Mark Gordon, and others. Plot details are being kept under wraps, but anticipation is already high for this long-awaited reun

In today’s streaming-driven world, films no longer live or die by their box office debut. Platforms like Netflix and Hulu are resurrecting flops and forgotten gems, giving them second lives through clever algorithms and social buzz. Movies like Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Coraline, and Enchanted have found new audiences years later, proving that with the right platform, any film can become a phenomenon. Streaming is cinema’s new curator.

The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings may look alike on the surface — same world, similar plots, even the same director — but they’re deeply different. LOTR is a carefully crafted epic with emotional depth and philosophical weight, while The Hobbit feels rushed, inconsistent, and tonally confused. Though it still offers nostalgia, it serves mostly to remind us how rare and masterful The Lord of the Rings truly was.

Dwayne Johnson takes on one of his most transformative roles yet in The Smashing Machine, portraying UFC legend Mark Kerr in a gritty biopic directed by Benny Safdie. The film explores Kerr’s rise in MMA, his battle with addiction, and personal turmoil, offering a raw, emotional performance that marks a bold shift in Johnson’s career. With significant physical changes and a darker narrative, Johnson steps away from his typical action-hero roles to deliver a powerful, dramatic

Jeremy Renner revealed he turned down Hawkeye Season 2 after being offered half his original salary, calling the offer "insulting." In a recent interview, Renner suggested the pay cut may be linked to his near-fatal 2023 snowplow accident. Despite loving the character, he chose to walk away, saying, “I had to defend myself.” He hasn’t ruled out a return, but says his body is grateful for the break.

Modern filmmaking is no longer confined to studios and scripts — it's shaped by TikTok trends and viral potential. Directors now plan scenes with social media in mind, aiming for moments that can explode online. From Saltburn's infamous dance to Smile’s viral marketing and Barbie’s meme-ready visuals, success at the box office increasingly depends on winning the internet first. Today’s films aren’t just made for the screen — they’re made for the algorithm.

Jenna Ortega is stepping behind the camera. In a new V Magazine interview with The Weeknd, the Wednesday star revealed she’s preparing to direct a script she’s been developing for nearly a decade. Ortega, who recently produced Wednesday season two, said the experience taught her how storytelling works off-screen. “I really want to direct,” she shared. “That’s probably the main thing that I want to do. I just feel that’s the way my brain wants to work.”

Al Pacino is often regarded as one of the greatest actors of all time, with a career spanning over five decades. Known for his intense performances and iconic roles, including Michael Corleone in The Godfather series and Tony Montana in Scarface, Pacino has earned numerous accolades. However, the question remains: Is he the best actor in history?