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It has been five years since I took to Vine (remember that app?) to reveal thatBaz Luhrmannwould direct anElvis Presleybiopic for Warner Bros. and now, at long last, the project is finally preparing to go before cameras, as two-time Oscar winnerTom Hanksis in negotiations to play’Colonel' Tom Parkerin the untitled film. Parker was Elvis' manager, though he was so much more than that, and he became an icon in his own right....

Eurovision Song Contest2024 crowned its winner!With 591 points, Switzerland won it all with their song “The Code” by Nemo.The 24-year-old artist from the bilingual town of Biel/Bienne is non-binary and proved that their artistry and vocal prowess was the magic formula that broke the code. This year’s contest has been bogged down by outside drama that has infiltrated into the competition, but within the competition itself, it has been filled with acceptance and visibility with the crop of artists that range the spectrum of identity....

Embattled WarnerMedia CEOJason Kilar, who by all accounts made the unilateral move to release all of Warner Bros’ 2021 movies day-and-date on HBO Max to the consternation of internal and external shareholders, has been getting a lot of press lately. (This is what happens when you “disrupt the paradigm,” or something.) But one of the more pressing questions in regards to this whole HBO Max takeover strategy is – when will the platform be on Roku devices?...

Gal Gadotis already ahead of the curve when it comes to playing Wonder Woman. WhileBatman v Supermanreceived a critical drubbing, Gadot’s performance as the Amazonian superhero was warmly greeted by the fans who felt that she perfectly embodied the character they had been waiting to see on the big screen for the decades. While her presence inBatman v Supermanwas a mere snapshot of the character, she carried the role well and left fans wanting to see more....

Fans ofThe Chosenmight have noticed a significant change in Season 4 —Yoshi Barrigasis no longer playing Philip. First introduced in Episode 2 of Season 2, Philip was portrayed as a former disciple of John the Baptist, bringing valuable experience in ministry and life on the road to Jesus' group of disciples inthe surprise hitseries. After two seasonsin this pivotal role, Barrigas has been replaced by actorReza Diakos. The sudden recast of Philip betweenSeasons 3 and 4has left many fans wondering why Barrigas decided to leave the hit historical drama....

It’s been a light year for comic book films and DC only has one film coming out in 2024. However, that just so happens to be the sequel to Warner Brothers’ last $1 billion comic book film,Joker.Joker: Folie à Deuxisset to cause chaos in Arkham this October. Now, ahead ofJoaquin Phoenix’s return as The Clown Prince of Crime,Jokeris getting a new exclusive 4K steelbook fromZavvi. The Collector’s Edition 4K/Blu-ray combo packfeatures new artwork of Phoenix all done up in his Joker make-upagainst a yellow background....

As pretty much everyone prepares for the return of the explosive procedural,Fire Country, there’s also that fervent anticipation for its first spin-off,Sheriff Country. While the former is set to make a comeback this fall, the latter airs for the first time on Friday, October 17, withMorena Baccarinin the lead. Fans may agree that a lot has already been revealed about the new show, which is being filmed in Toronto. However, Baccarin has one more important detail to share ahead of its premiere....

Halloween: when spirits walk the land, the powers of darkness strengthen, and the damned souls tuning in to the newest season ofThe Simpsonsvainly search for any rationale for its continued existence. A lot of ink’s been spilled over the decline of America’s premiere mustard-colored family. But for all that can be said ofThe Simpsons’later years, its ongoing “Treehouse of Horror"series remains a staple of American Halloween TV (and its immediate November hangover)....

Swamp People’s fan favoriteCheyenne “Pickle” Wheathas delighted her followers again witha refreshing third-trimesterpregnancy update! In a recent playful Instagram post, Wheat humorously captioned a picture showcasing her baby bump, and in her own banter, called out “scammers,” —the people who nitpick on her dynamic with her husband, and she made sure to do it while emphasizing the loving support she actually receives from her husband,Joshua Kippes. Although we know for a fact that Wheatdoesn’t have to prove to her children that she’s a cool mom— she thinks so and chose to caption the post in the same context....

This review was originally part of our coverage for the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. Eileen, the first film fromWilliam Oldroydsince 2016’sLady MacbethmadeFlorence Pugha star,is more defined by what it isn’t than what it is. Like his previous film,Eileenis an exercise in restraint, as this story, based onOttessa Moshfegh’s book of the same name and with a screenplay written by Moshfegh andLuke Goebel, zigs where you expect it to zag, always defying the audience’s expectations....

To all you summer lovers out there, we’re sorry, but spooky season is upon us. And, what goes hand in hand with this very eventful time of the year? Why, Halloween Horror Nights of course! Today, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood have announced the unveiling of a brand-new haunted house that will follow the theme of one of this year’smost anticipated genre features. Enter only if you dare when nightmares come to life at aFive Nights at Freddy’s-themed experience where guests will come face-to-face with the ghostly-possessed animatronics who haunt the hallways and corridors of Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria....

Kaiju fans can soon look forward to a new piece to add to their collection. Theofficial Godzilla websitehas revealed a sneak peek at the upcomingGodzilla Minus Onefigure from Ichibansho, showcasing the King of the Monsters ready to unleash his atomic breath. The figure is currently available for pre-order until March 12, with an expected shipping window this October. Based on the character’s design from last year’s smash hitGodzilla Minus One, the figure features a highly detailed sculpt that accuratelyportrays its film counterpart....

The “Twisted Childhood Universe” (also known as the “Poohniverse”), is undoubtedly charting a course for a vast expansion in 2025. Since striking internet gold withWinnie the Pooh: Blood and Honeyand continuing the momentum withWinnie the Pooh: Blood and HoneyII, creatorRhys Frake-Waterfieldhasn’t let the viral success of the series go to waste. Now, an extended universe based on horror versions of classic children’s characters is expanding withBambi: The ReckoningandPinocchio: Unstrung, but not before the franchise’s first deviation from theBlood and Honeyfilms —Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare....