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After releasing in theaters earlier this year in April, Alex Garland and Ray Mejndoza's film Warfare now has a release date for streaming. Starting on Friday, September 12, Warfare will be available in the HBO Max catalog, along with numerous other A24 titles that have been added over the past year as part of the New York-based production company's overall deal with the streaming service. The movie joins Garland's previous A24 release, Civil War, which was released last year, and also marks the second collaboration with Mendoza, this time as a co-director rather than just a consultant.

The synopsis from the official press release for Warfare reads as follows: "Written and...

Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle will make their Broadway debuts next spring in a revival of Proof.

The Tony- and Pulitzer Prize-winning play, written by David Auburn, will be directed by Thomas Kail, a Tony Award winner for his direction of Hamilton. The show is set to play a strictly limited engagement at a Shubert Theatre, to be announced, with preview starting March 31, 2026, ahead of an April 16 opening night.

Proof originally ran on Broadway from 2000 through 2003, starring Mary-Louise Parker and Larry Bryggman, and won three Tony Awards, including best play and the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The play was also adapted into a feature film starring Gwyneth Paltrow, Anthony Hopkins and Jake Gyllenhaal.

The story follows a daughter grieving the loss of her father, a brilliant mathematician who eventually has gradually lost his mind, and coming to grips with his life and the mathematical proof he’s left behind.

Edebiri won an Emmy,...

The Fantastic Four: First Steps Worldwide Box Office(Photo Credit –Facebook)

With a worldwide gross of nearly $470 million, Marvel’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps continues to hold its ground at the global box office. The superhero film currently ranks among the top ten highest-grossing movies of 2025. However, it’s unlikely to surpass other big-ticket titles like James Gunn’s Superman or Brad Pitt’s F1.

Despite not being a runaway blockbuster, the latest Fantastic Four reboot has still outperformed several other 2025 releases, including Captain America: Brave New World, Thunderbolts*, and Sinners. And now, First Steps is just inches away from outgrossing a hit monster movie at the worldwide box office. Read on to find out which one.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps Will Soon Outgross a Popular Monster Movie

That movie is the 2021 monster movie Godzilla vs. Kong, the fourth entry in the MonsterVerse franchise. Here’s how the...

Knives Out, Triangle Of Sadness, The White Lotus – has the ‘eat the rich’ genre burnt out too soon?

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The post-Covid years of movie and TV-going have seen an explosion in capitalist culture’s most contradictory genre. “Eat the rich” satire, from Glass Onion to Triangle Of Sadness and Succession, has dominated screens of all sizes and tastes, from streaming hits to Oscar nominees. It’s become prominent enough that Emerald Fennell was even able to flip the script with “eat the poor” spin-off, Saltburn.

It’s all gone rather well, really. Forbes reported in February that the richest 10% hold more than 50% of wealth in almost all countries globally. In the UK, the household...

The Naked Gun Worldwide Box Office Update After 15 Days (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Liam Neeson’s The Naked Gun is one of the highest-grossing comedy movies of the year, with a decent production cost. The legacy movie has not recovered its budget at the worldwide box office but is on track to break even. It has amassed $60 million-plus at the worldwide box office. Keep scrolling for more.

The audience gave it an above-average rating on Rotten Tomatoes and stated that Neeson hits the mark as Drebin and the film fires on all cylinders, dishing out a mandatory sentence on man’s laughter. The comedy movie opened with a decent $16.8 million collection at the domestic box office.

The Naked Gun at the worldwide box office

The Naked Gun is experiencing decent drops at the domestic box office and collected a solid $1.38 million on its day 15. The movie dropped by -42.1% on its...

A Still From In The Mud (Photo Credit – Netflix)

In the Mud opened on Netflix as its newest Argentinian thriller, and within days it climbed the global charts. The eight-episode series was released on August 14 and wasted no time finding its audience. On its very first day, it entered the global ranking at sixth place (per Flixpatrol) and is now ranked at seven. In Argentina, where the series originates, it shot straight to the top. Across two days, it held leading spots in multiple countries, gaining a strong start for a new release.

In the Mud: A Spinoff Of El Marginal With A Darker Story

The show is tied to Sebastian Ortega’s acclaimed crime drama El Marginal, though this time the focus has shifted. While El Marginal followed an ex-cop navigating dangerous ground inside a prison, In the Mud turns its attention to women’s lives behind bars.

Dev Patel is stuck in a twisted folk horror nightmare with the arrival of the official trailer for Bryn Chainey’s directorial debut, Rabbit Trap. After throwing punches last year in Monkey Man and galloping into the medieval world of The Green Knight in 2021, this seems like the perfect next step for the Academy Award-nominated actor, who will be joined in the Welsh horror flick by Rosy McEwen (Apartment 7A) and Jade Croot (The Serpent Queen). Set for a cinematic arrival on September 12, Rabbit Trap promises audiences that they’ll embark on a confusing journey alongside the story’s protagonists as they attempt to hold onto their sanity.

The trailer introduces viewers to Darcy (Patel) and Daphne (McEwen), a couple who have moved to the remote wilderness in Wales in order for the latter to better pursue her music career. Seeking some peace, quiet, and new inspiration from the surrounding woods,...

It’s a big week on Max, with a lineup that swings from nerve-jangling horror to gleeful comedy, from surreal fantasy to razor-sharp stand-up. Whether you’re revisiting iconic franchises or sampling buzzy new releases, the platform’s top plays prove viewers are in the mood for big ideas, bigger thrills, and a few guilty laughs.

Below, we break down the ten titles everyone’s streaming right now. Expect gnarly set-pieces, offbeat creature capers, a dash of vacation chaos, and one very punchy comedy special. Queue them up for a marathon or cherry-pick your mood—either way, you’ll find something worth pressing play on tonight.

10. ‘A Minecraft Movie’ (2025) Warner Bros. Pictures

‘A Minecraft Movie’ brings the blocky sandbox to life with a fish-out-of-water adventure that treats crafting, teamwork, and creativity as superpowers. The Overworld’s hazards become set-pieces, but the heart belongs to the scrappy heroes learning to build together.

John Malkovich has joined the cast of Apple TV+’s upcoming romantic comedy series ‘Prodigies’ as a guest star. The series stars Ayo Edebiri as Didi and creator Will Sharpe as Ren — two former child prodigies whose once-extraordinary potential now contrasts sharply with the ordinary reality of their adult lives.

According to the official logline, Didi and Ren “have been together since they were children. Now in their early 30s, they are starting to question whether their very ordinary existence is living up to the extraordinary promise of their childhood. Inevitably, they find themselves asking the same questions of their relationship. As individual hopes and needs feed into and conflict with their shared lives, the series challenges the fallacy at the heart of romantic storytelling — that the tale is over when the heroes get together. In life, surely, that is just the beginning?”

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John Malkovich has been added to the cast of Apple TV+’s upcoming rom-com series “Prodigies” as a guest star.

“Prodigies” stars Ayo Edebiri as Didi and series creator Will Sharpe as Ren, who, per the official logline, “are two ex-child prodigies who have been together since they were children. Now in their early 30s, they are starting to question whether their very ordinary existence is living up to the extraordinary promise of their childhood. Inevitably, they find themselves asking the same questions of their relationship. As individual hopes and needs feed into and conflict with their shared lives, the series challenges the fallacy at the heart of romantic storytelling — that the tale is over when the heroes get together. In life, surely, that is just the beginning?”

Details about Malkovich’s character have not yet been announced.

The project reunites Malkovich with Edebiri, as the two worked together on...

While he also has a dramatic side, Jason Bateman has been in many iconic comedies over the course of his career. This includes playing lead Michael Bluth in the TV series Arrested Development, which earned him two Emmy nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series.

On the film side of things, Bateman is one of the leads in the 2011 movie Horrible Bosses. The dark comedy is heralded as one of the genre classics of the early 2010s, and its success led to a sequel three years later. Other Bateman films include Bad Words and Juno.

With these titles, it is clear that the late 2000s and early 2010s were really Bateman's comedy sweet spot. While more recent years have been consumed with shows like Ozark, Bateman's comedy career was the most vibrant in this era. Now, his 2009 hidden gem is trending on streaming.

Couples Retreat Is Trending On...

The dark comedy Death of a Unicorn may have slipped past many moviegoers earlier this year, but it’s now finding new life on streaming. Directed and written by Alex Scharfman in his feature debut, the film stars Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega as a father and daughter who accidentally hit and kill a unicorn.

What follows is a strange and dangerous adventure as the mythical creature’s parents hunt them down.

The movie also features Will Poulter, Téa Leoni, Richard E. Grant, Anthony Carrigan, Sunita Mani, and Stephen Park. Kathryn Erbe lends her voice as the narrator of The Unicorn Tapestries.

The film premiered at the South by Southwest Festival on March 8, 2025, before hitting theaters in North America on March 28 via A24. Reviews were mixed. Rotten Tomatoes shows 53% of critics gave it a positive review, with the site’s summary noting, “Receiving some sparkle from Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega’s father-daughter rapport,...

The dark comedy Death of a Unicorn is quietly becoming a streaming hit on HBO Max, despite flying under the radar when it first came out. This dark fantasy comedy horror movie marks the directorial debut of Alex Scharfman, who also wrote the film.

It stars Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega as a father and daughter who accidentally kill a unicorn and then find themselves hunted by the magical creature’s parents. The film also features Will Poulter, Téa Leoni, and Richard E. Grant in important supporting roles.

Death of a Unicorn first premiered at the South by Southwest Festival on March 8, 2025, and was released in theaters across North America by A24 on March 28, 2025.

The film received mixed reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, 53% of 214 critics gave positive reviews, with the website saying, “Receiving some sparkle from Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega’s father-daughter rapport, Death of a Unicorn’s...

HBO Max is serving up a thrilling mix of films that have viewers glued to their screens this week. From spine-chilling horror to quirky comedies and action-packed adventures, the platform’s latest lineup has something for everyone, pulling in crowds with fresh releases and nostalgic favorites.

We’ve got a diverse range of titles dominating the charts, with new additions like ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ hitting theaters and others like ‘Sinners’ and ‘A Minecraft Movie’ making a splash after their streaming debuts in July 2025. Let’s dive into the ten most-watched movies on HBO Max this week, counting down from number ten to the top spot.

10. Alien: Covenant (2017) 20th Century Fox

Ridley Scott’s sci-fi horror prequel follows the crew of the Covenant spaceship as they land on a seemingly perfect planet, only to uncover deadly xenomorphs. Michael Fassbender shines as the android David, delivering creepy intensity. The film’s dark...

Real-life couple Alison Brie and Dave Franco often work together on odd genre projects, but their latest collaboration, Together, might be the strangest one yet. The body horror movie opened to excellent reviews from critics this week, but it appears to have divided audiences. Together is aiming for a sturdy opening weekend haul at the domestic box office, although it will probably not find a spot in the top five. The movie was given a major marketing push by Neon, the indie distributor behind five Palme d'Or winners in a row, and the recent horror breakouts Longlegs and The Monkey.

Together is sitting at a "certified fresh" 91% score on Rotten Tomatoes, where the critics' consensus reads, "Given an extra sinew of authenticity by the metatextual casting of Alison Brie and Dave Franco at the top of their game, Together is a body horror that's as emotionally sticky as it is memorably gnarly.

“Happyend,” Neo Sora’s sophisticated Japanese drama about teenagers fighting against techno-fascism in a not-too-far-from-our-own dystopian world, has found its own happy end.

Metrograph Pictures was originally meant to release the film, a 2024 Venice premiere that IndieWire raved about, until the company paused distribution operations as IndieWire exclusively reported last week. Metrograph reverted distribution rights back to “Happyend’s” original sales company, Magnify, and now, Film Movement has picked up the film for release starting September 12. IndieWire also debuts the exclusive trailer for the film below.

Here’s the synopsis: “In a near-future Tokyo where the threat of a catastrophic earthquake pervades daily life, two rabble-rousing best friends are about to graduate high school. One night, they pull a consequential prank on their Principal, which leads to a surveillance system being installed in their school. Stuck between the oppressive security system and a darkening national political situation, the two respond in contrasting ways,...

I Know What You Did Last Summer Box Office: Sony’s Horror Reboot Struggles To Match Franchise Hype (Photo Credit – Instagram)

I Know What You Did Last Summer was supposed to be Sony’s next horror revival, but it did not play out that way. Sony hoped to follow in the footsteps of recent reboots like Scream and Final Destination Bloodlines and tried to cash in on nostalgia again, but that seems to have failed miserably.

I Know What You Did Last Summer Box Office Fail

While other franchises found fresh energy and strong box office numbers, I Know What You Did Last Summer landed with a thud. The new movie barely made a ripple, pulling in just $45 million globally as per Box Office Mojo, even though it managed to recover its modest $18 million budget.

I Know What You Did Last Summer Box Office Summary North America- $23 million International – $22 million...

Superman North America Box Office Day 17: 3rd Weekend Update(Photo Credit – Instagram)

Superman was one of the most anticipated films of the year, and it has amassed over $500 million worldwide after three weekends. The DC movie was expected to cross a major milestone in North America this weekend, but that did not happen. However, it did achieve a different yet significant feat at the domestic box office by surpassing Sinners. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Despite the new release, the DC movie scored one of the biggest third-weekends in North America. But it feels the pressure as the David Corenswet starrer has lost 345 screens in North America. The film is also very close to beating the domestic haul of Henry Cavill starrer Man of Steel and will achieve that tonight. James Gunn’s film is trailing behind Brad Pitt’s F1: The Movie’s global gross.

Superman’s...

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Box Office Day 11 Update!(Photo Credit –X)

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is a force to reckon with at the domestic box office. It has become the fastest film to cross the ¥10 billion mark! That’s not it, Haruo Sotozaki‘s directorial has also entered the top 30 highest-grossing films in Japan. Scroll below for a detailed box office analysis.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle Box Office Collection in Japan

As per Luiz Fernando, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle has grossed $19.9 million in its second weekend in Japan. It has witnessed a 46% drop from the 3-day opening weekend of $37.5 million. The Japanese animated dark fantasy action film has registered a whopping 9.1 million admissions already!

With that, the overall collections have surged to $86.8M (¥12.87 billion) after the second weekend. By the end of this week, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle will clock the $100 million mark, which is a massive feat achieved.

Jurassic World Rebirth Worldwide Box Office: Hits $700 Million Milestone (Photo Credit –Facebook)

Jurassic World Rebirth is holding strong at the worldwide box office. It might not enter the billion-dollar club like some of its predecessors, but it will not go without a fight. Scarlett Johansson’s film has collected over $700 million at the worldwide box office and has been the third highest-grossing Hollywood film of the year for quite some time. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Despite mixed reviews, the sci-fi adventure movie crossed a major milestone at the overseas box office. This shows the popularity of the Jurassic Park franchise worldwide and the star power of the former MCU star. Made on a hefty budget of $180 million, it has earned almost four times the production cost, making it a blockbuster. Hopefully, this ensures the franchise’s future and that the makers will not discontinue it.

How much has the...

F1 China Box Office: 5th 3-Day Weekend Update (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The racing film is unstoppable at the Chinese box office. F1, starring Brad Pitt, has hit a significant milestone in China, becoming one of the 25 Hollywood films post-covid to achieve this feat. The movie is also doing well in North America, thus proving that an original sports drama like this can create box office history with strong content and performances. Keep scrolling for the deets.

After five weekends, the movie has amassed over $500 million at the worldwide box office. It is also tracking to become Brad Pitt’s biggest hit ever, surpassing his World War Z. This weekend, the sports film crossed the worldwide haul of Troy as his second-highest-grossing film as a leading man. The movie’s visceral racing sequences and premium sound design are attracting fans to the theaters even now. Some are even calling it absolute cinema on social media.

Superman Worldwide Box Office: Surpasses Aquaman 2 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Superman is still flying high at the box office and has now zoomed past the global haul of Aquaman 2. The film dominated the top spot in North America until this weekend. From now on, the exhibitors will keep a closer look at the box office with the DC flick facing the MCU movie, The Fantastic Four: First Steps. The worldwide run of James Gunn’s film also depends on how it performs against this competition. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The supporting cast’s stellar performance earned more points for this DC flick. Also, the CGI dog Krypto won millions of hearts with his abundant cuteness. People are hoping that Krypto will return in the Supergirl movie starring Milly Alcock in the leading role. Comic book movies have been suffering in general, and only a handful have emerged as box office successes.

Mission: Impossible 8 Box Office: Global Run Slows Down, May Miss $600M Milestone (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning has nearly wrapped up its theatrical run worldwide, and the clock is ticking. The film, after more than two months in cinemas, is inches away from reaching the $600 million mark globally, but it is struggling to close the gap before landing on home video.

It recently managed to edge past its immediate predecessor, Dead Reckoning ($571m), but both films have faced uphill climbs at the box office. Originally planned as back-to-back chapters, they spent over five years in production after getting tangled in delays from the pandemic and industry strikes.

Around the world, you showed up. Now bring home #MissionImpossible – The Final Reckoning on Digital August 19 and see it in theatres today. pic.twitter.com/HfZhII1RHv

— Mission: Impossible (@MissionFilm) July 22, 2025

Mission: Impossible 8 Falls Short of...

The Fantastic Four: First Steps Worldwide Box Office: Opening Weekend Update(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps has already achieved a significant feat at the worldwide box office in its debut weekend. The MCU film clocked in over $200 million worldwide in its opening weekend, a positive start for the film, and it might head in the right direction, becoming a big hit eventually. Marvel has been struggling for a long time; there have been more misses than hits in the last few years after Avengers: Endgame.

The film will have no competition other than the ones already running in theaters – Superman, Jurassic World Rebirth, and others in the upcoming weeks. Thus, it will have ample time to earn money at the box office. The opening weekend collection of the latest film is more than Captain America 4 and Thunderbolts*

The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ opening weekend...

An overlooked comedy movie, boasting a strong Rotten Tomatoes score, has become a streaming hit. The genre has been unpredictable, but in recent years, Anyone But Youmanaged to excite rom-com fans and generate over $220 million, while A Real Pain earned multiple Academy Award nominations.

Among several comedy releases from last year, Dìdi and Problemista garnered praise from audiences, maintaining Tomatometer scores of 95% and 86%, respectively. The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, also performed well critically, despite an underwhelming box office.

This year has produced some highly enjoyable and surprisingly successful comedy movies, notably Novocaine and The Materialists. However, an acclaimed comedy drama, The Ballad of Wallis Island, starring Carey Mulligan and Tom Basden and holding an impressive 97% Tomatometer, seemingly went unnoticed.

I Love You Forever Is Gaining Views On Streaming The Comedy Drama Is On HBO Max

I Love You Foreverpremiered back in February and received a Rotten...

Nicholas Hoult’s Last 5 Films At The Worldwide Box Office ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Nicholas Hoult is an English actor known for his versatile roles in his remarkable filmography. He earned special praise from viewers for his performance as the menacing DC villain Lex Luthor in Superman. He has been in showbiz from a very young age. His last film, Nosferatu, also earned critical acclaim and commercial success. Read on for more.

He started his career in cinema at 11, portraying Marcus in 2002’s About a Boy. Hoult transitioned to more complex characters in the film industry, earning success and recognition with the popular British series Skins. In 2012, he appeared in Forbes’ annual 30 Under 20 list and has an enriched filmography over the years.

A Colorful & Versatile Filmography

From quirky comedies and historical dramas to superhero blockbusters and gothic horror, Nicholas Hoult has built a richly varied career, showcasing his range across genres and characters.

Superman Worldwide Box Office: Crosses $200M Overseas( Photo Credit – YouTube )

DC’s nemesis, Marvel, is here to give Superman a head-to-head competition as The Fantastic Four: First Steps lands in theaters this Friday with strong numbers. However, James Gunn’s film arrived a few days ago and has already established a place in the cinemas. The film has comfortably settled down and is now set to hit a massive milestone worldwide. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The DC superhero movie crossed a major milestone at the overseas box office at the beginning of its third weekend only. Its global collection depends on how strongly it performs against The Fantastic Four: First Steps. It has already achieved the title of the highest-grossing comic book movie of the year, but can it retain that title throughout the year? Time will reveal it all, but for now, it is on track to achieve yet another interesting feat worldwide.

Despite the involvement of major stars such as Paul Ruddand Jenna Ortega, the recent satirical horror film Death of a Unicornhad a difficult time at the box office. The movie, directed by the debutante Alex Scharfman, was released theatrically in March, only a few weeks after it premiered at the South by Southwest Film Festival. Death of a Unicorn underperformed at the box office, raising questions about Ortega's bankability as a rising star. She was coming off of the massively successful Netflix show Wednesday, and the blockbuster hit Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. However, Ortega has another shot at proving herself, now that Death of a Unicornis available on streaming.

According to FlixPatrol, the film did spectacularly well on its first day of release on HBO Max, jumping straight to the top of the charts domestically. Death of a Unicorn beat out the holdover hit Sinners, which has been dominating the HBO...

Drew & Dane Productions will be leading the development of Mr. Holland's Opus, a musical adaptation of the 1995 Oscar-nominated film, with book and lyrics by Bd Wong and music by Wayne Barker. "We are delighted to be bringing this critically important story forward and collaborating with the wonderful and incredibly talented Bd Wong and Wayne Barker," said Drew Desky and Dane Levens of Drew & Dane Productions. "The original film is beloved by so many people, and we need this show now more than ever to remind us of the power of music, the remarkable importance of teachers and arts education, the value of mentorship and 'paying it forward', and the urgency of communicating beyond barriers." "The original film, which passionately...

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Ott Release Update ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Tom Cruise charges through fire, bullets, and betrayal once again in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, a film that does not slow down even as it hints at the end of the road for Ethan Hunt. The latest entry in the long-running franchise has kept its momentum since hitting theatres back in May, climbing to $195.9 million at the domestic box office (per Box Office Mojo) and pulling in a strong $588.9 million globally.

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Digital Release Date Confirmed

The digital release of Tom Cruise’s final Mission Impossible chapter is now on the horizon. According to Screenrant, fans will be able to buy the film online from August 19, and with it comes a handful of exclusive extras, like behind-the-scenes content, commentary from the director, and footage that did not make it into the final cut.

F1 Surpasses Ocean’s Eleven Box Office Globally (Photo Credit – Prime Video/Instagram)

Brad Pitt’s high-octane Formula One sports drama F1 is speeding toward the coveted $500 million mark at the global box office. The film has already raked in nearly $154 million in the U.S. and over $309 million internationally, bringing its worldwide total to an impressive $463 million (according to Box Office Mojo).

#F1TheMovie Rocks! Joseph Kosinski knocks it out of the park in directing some killer racing scenes and the sound design is top-notch. An exceptional cast as well, with Javier Bardem being a major standout and Brad Pitt in maximum cool guy mode. See it in IMAX! pic.twitter.com/Alt68jzU9d

— Nate Richard (@NateKnowsMovies) June 17, 2025

And in doing that, F1: The Movie has now surpassed the worldwide box office of Steven Soderbergh’s cult heist film Ocean’s Eleven (2001), whose ensemble cast also featured Brad Pitt in a prominent role.

The San Quentin Film Festival — which, last year, became the first-ever film festival held inside of a prison — has set the industry jury for its second annual event, including Vanessa Williams, Esai Morales, Jesse Williams, Celine Song and more.

These jurors will judge narrative and documentary short films from currently and formerly incarcerated filmmakers as well the pitch competitions for best screenplay and best documentary from currently incarcerated writers.

This year’s jury also features two formerly incarcerated people: actor and writer Clarence “Divine Eye” Maclin, who starred in 2024’s “Sing Sing,” as well as actor, author and poet Richard Cabral, best known for “Mayans M.C.” and “American Crime.”

Other notable jurors include Kyra Sedgwick and Claudia Weill. Last year’s industry jury included Jeffrey Wright, Billy Crudup, Mary-Louise Parker and more.

Separately during the festival, a jury of people who are currently incarcerated at the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center...

Hulu’s Nine Perfect Strangers season 2 premiered on May 21, 2025, and wrapped up another intense chapter. The emotionally charged drama is set in the beautiful Zauberwald retreat, located in the stunning Austrian Alps. Season two brought together new guests, nine of them (as the title says), and over the season, viewers saw the emotional wounds and flaws of each one.

In the middle of it all was Masha Dmitrichenko, played by Nicole Kidman. This season featured buried secrets, psychedelic therapy sessions, as well as a powerful billionaire villain called David Sharpe, played by Mark Strong. The finale did tie up many of the dangling threads of this season, but it also left some lingering questions.

Since the season 2 finale, the cast has been busy with other projects. Some are prepping for their directorial debuts, while others are a part of Broadway revivals and music tours. Here’s what they’ve been...

While there are many months still to come, 2025 has proven itself to be incredibly inconsistent in the horror genre thus far. While Sinners impressed critics and audiences upon its release in April and continues to succeed on streaming, other movies have underperformed expectations.

This has happened to distributors who are usually major voices within the horror genre. A24, for example, has yet to produce a horror or thriller film this year that was successful both critically and commercially. They had back-to-back flops with both Opus and Death of a Unicorn, and then even Bring Her Back, which got great reviews, did not have a huge box-office take home.

Another company that has struggled this year is Blumhouse. They started off the year on a rocky note with their remake of Wolf Man. After that movie underperformed, they had another divisive film with The Woman in the Yard.

Blumhouse unfortunately had...

Box Office: Prabhas’ Romantic Drama Remains Undefeated By Saiyaara! (Photo Credit –Prime Video/Facebook)

Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s Saiyaara has stormed the nation with its spectacular opening at the Indian box office. While it was expected to open big, no one thought it would exceed the 20 crore mark on day 1. With such an epic start, the film created history for Bollywood with the biggest opening among romantic films. However, it stayed far behind the biggest romantic opener of Indian cinema, which featured Prabhas. Keep reading for a detailed report!

Clocks the biggest opening for a Bollywood romantic film

Riding high on solid pre-release buzz, the latest Bollywood romantic drama stunned everyone with its mind-blowing start. As per the official figures, it raked in an unbelievable 21.25 crore net at the Indian box office on day 1. With this, it surpassed Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone’s Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani...

Ayo Edebiri delivered a sharp and emotionally layered performance in Opus, which almost redeemed the movie that has otherwise been shunned by critics. A24’s new thriller has been directed by Mark Anthony Green and has failed to impress reviewers and the audience.

It follows Ariel Ecton, a junior journalist played by Edebiri, who is invited to a listening party that is hosted by a reclusive 90s pop star. But what was supposed to be a career-defining opportunity turns into a nightmare of cult rituals and mass murder. So, why does this movie not work, and how does it waste Edebiri’s potential?

Ayo Edebiri’s Horror Film Looked Good Until It Released Ayo Edebiri in Opus | A24

From the trailers and synopsis, it seemed like Opus would have been a hit. It had that trademark A24 appeal, along with a fresh director and a genre-bending premise. With the ensemble...

Ari Aster and Joaquin Phoenix reunite for “Eddington,” a Covid-era western hitting theaters mid-July. Following their collaboration on “Beau Is Afraid,” the pair are this time joined by Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone and Austin Butler. After a Cannes debut, Aster’s new A24 feature is already shaping up to be one of the year’s most controversial films.

“Eddington” will be Aster’s fourth feature following “Hereditary,” “Midsommar” and “Beau Is Afraid.” All four were A24 productions.

When does “Eddington” come out?

“Eddington” will release in theaters Friday, July 18.

Is “Eddington” streaming?

No, “Eddington” is not currently streaming and will be released exclusively in theaters. Like most A24 films, “Eddington” is a theatrical-only release. It will be one of the company’s heavy hitters for the year.

You can find tickets below for screenings of “Eddington” near you.

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Two big box office releases just dropped, plus a few hidden gems you might’ve missed.

I’ll admit it — HBO Max has been crushing it lately when it comes to movies. Two massive theatrical releases just dropped on the platform (you’ll find them at the very top of this list), and there’s an even bigger one on the horizon: “Superman” will eventually land here too, though we’re still waiting on a date. Things are definitely looking up for HBO Max subscribers, and if you’ve been wanting a reason to dive back into its movie library, now’s the time. It all starts with these seven picks worth streaming right now.

Top 7 movies streaming on HBO Max right now:

No. 7: ‘Opus’

No. 6: ‘Cleaner’

No. 5: ‘Get Out’

No. 4: ‘Mickey 17’

No. 3: ‘Companion’

No. 2: ‘Sinners’

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Ayo Edebiri’s Opus Gets A Second Wind, Lands In Top 3 On HBO Max ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Opus did not make much noise when it first hit theaters. The A24 psychological drama, released in March, followed a writer played by Ayo Edebiri as she visited a mysterious pop icon, portrayed by John Malkovich.

The film came with a modest $10 million price tag but only managed to earn around $2.1 million at the global box office. It was not exactly a strong start, not by any standards and things got tougher for A24 when they followed it up with Death of a Unicorn, which also landed without much impact.

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Opus Becomes a Top Title on HBO Max in the US

However, things have started shifting for Opus after its move to streaming. Since...

Coolie: From Revenge Thriller To Sci-Fi Heist? Conflicting Synopses Leave Fans Guessing(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Coolie, the Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial featuring Rajinikanth in the lead, is one of the most anticipated films in South India. This is mainly due to the brand image director Lokesh has cultivated through his previous ventures. The film has already ramped up its promotional efforts, but the team behind the project has so far managed to keep the plot under wraps. So, let’s take a look at two of the plot synopses currently floating around on the web.

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What is Coolie about, according to IMDb?

Let’s start with IMDb. According to it, the plot summary is: “Delves into a man’s relentless quest for vengeance since youth, driven by righting past wrongs, shaping his very existence. Viewers experience the complexities of his tumultuous vendetta journey.

Neon’s Together Scores 100% At Rotten Tomatoes Before Wider Release! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Together is set to arrive in theaters at the end of July, but its reputation is already miles ahead. The body horror film from Michael Shanks, starring Dave Franco and Alison Brie, follows a couple whose bond becomes disturbingly physical as their relationship reaches a breaking point.

It premiered in January at Sundance, and that first impression has not faded, thanks to critics who embraced it completely. For now, it sits with a spotless 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. Now, whether that score stays is anybody’s guess, but even for a year packed with horror, Together has carved its space near the top.

The perfect couple in “the perfect date night horror movie.” Together. Join us 7.30. pic.twitter.com/0ijelMfMyP

— Neon (@neonrated) July 14, 2025

2025 Horror Films: A Slow Start For Blumhouse & A24

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Opus has been described as a "film about tribalism" by director Mark Anthony Green, clearing up some lingering confusion about the thriller's messaging. The A24 film was released in March 2025 and recently arrived on streaming. The movie stars The Bear's Ayo Edebiri as Ariel, a journalist invited to the exclusive listening party of the new album of an aging legendary rockstar, Alfred Moretti, played by John Malkovich. The event occurs at Moretti's remote Utah-based compound, where the musician has become the head of a cult of "Levelists." After the media guests begin getting killed off by the Levelists, Ariel must find a way to escape. 

Opus debuted to mixed reviews upon release, with many confused over the film's messaging. The story tackled many themes, including the cult of celebrity and the intersection of journalism and art (and how one can impact the other). It also pairs this with a blend of tones,...

The rise in the reputation of video game adaptations has been stark and recent, with the likes of The Last of Us helping many see the sub-genre as a worthwhile endeavor. However, ten years ago, this was far from the general consensus, with video game adaptations almost always ending in disaster. A case in point is Warcraft, directed by Duncan Jones, a big-budget adaptation of the beloved World of Warcraft.

Starring Travis Fimmel, best known for his turn as Ragnar Lothbrok in the beloved television series Vikingsand his recent work in Dune: Prophecy, the video game adaptation faced serious critical backlash upon arrival, with Wendy Ide of The Guardian calling it a "derivative, relentlessly dull-witted computer game spin-off." Sporting just 29% on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, its audience rating of 76% suggests a different story, as does the movie's recent streaming success, almost a decade since its release.

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Metro In Dino Worldwide Box Office Day 11 (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Metro In Dino continues to push its tally ahead amid tough competition in the urban centres. With positive word-of-mouth coming into play, the film witnessed an impressive trend over its second weekend, and again on weekdays, it is maintaining a decent hold. Amid this, it has managed to cross the first important milestone at the worldwide box office. Keep reading for a detailed collection report of day 11!

How much did Metro In Dino earn at the worldwide box office in 11 days?

The Anurag Basu directorial is moving forward with a steady pace on weekdays and healthy weekend jumps. During the second weekend, it raked in 12.02 crores in India, a drop of just 35.54% compared to the opening weekend of 18.65 crores. On the second Monday, day 11, it earned an estimated 1 crore. Overall, the film has earned 42.59 crore net at the Indian box office in 11 days.

The one-time flag-bearer of art-house cinema, A24 had been having a rather difficult time at the box office before the romantic comedy Materialists came along and offered some respite. Among A24's biggest disappointments of 2025 is Opus, a strange little thriller that seemed to have all the makings of a breakout hit — a talented cast, a creepy premise, and intriguing marketing — but failed at the box office. Now, Opus is witnessing something of a resurrection on streaming.

On July 13, it claimed the third spot on HBO Max charts domestically, behind Sinners and A Minecraft Movie, both of which emerged as blockbusters during their theatrical runs and earned a combined total of over $1.3 billion worldwide. Opus, on the other hand, grossed only around $2 million against a reported budget of $10 million. Directed by debutante Mark Anthony Green, the movie holds a 40% score on the aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, where the critics' consensus reads,...

Across the board, the cast of The Bear have numerous notable titles in their careers. Star Jeremy Allen White was no stranger to the small screen even before the Hulu series, having previously played Lip Gallagher on Shameless. Since debuting as Carmy, he has appeared in films such as The Iron Claw.

Another notable Bear actor is Ayo Edebiri. Getting her start in stand-up comedy and writing, Edebiri has contributed her talents in multiple ways throughout her career. In 2023, she starred in the raunchy teen comedy Bottoms. While the movie made just $12.9 million worldwide, the film was well-reviewed and gained a significant following.

Last year, Edebiri was a voice actor in Inside Out 2. The film was well-received by critics and became the highest-grossing movie in Edebiri's career by a long shot. It made just under $1.7 billion worldwide, becoming one of the highest-grossing animated films of all time.

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The beloved creature feature Jaws recently reached its 50th anniversary, prompting a widespread celebration from fans. In honor of the film turning 50, star Richard Dreyfuss was scheduled to attend SharkCon in Tampa, Florida, this weekend. However, the actor had to skip the appearance, citing a health diagnosis in a new video posted online.

The video was shared on Instagram by SharkCon, which noted that refunds will be automatically issued for anyone who's purchased photo ops or autographs. In the footage, Dreyfuss can be seen lying in a hospital bed, covered with a blanket adorned with a logo for Jaws' 50th anniversary. The 77-year-old apologized for missing the appearance at SharkCon, noting how he had been diagnosed with a contagious illness.

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Ayo Edebiri may be best known for playing Sydney Adamu in FX’s acclaimed dramedy, The Bear, a role for which she won an Emmy in 2023. However, her 2025 psychological thriller, Opus, which co-stars Oscar-nominee John Malkovich, is climbing up HBO’s Top 10 chart in the U.S. According to FlixPatrol,Opus is now in the No. 3 spot on HBO Max among all movies on the streaming service.

Opus, which stars Edebiri as Ariel Ecton, a young writer who is invited to a remote compound owned by a legendary pop star named Alfred Moretti (Malkovich), who mysteriously disappeared three decades ago. The film also stars Juliette Lewis (Yellowjackets),Tony Hale (Veep), and Murray Bartlett. Opus is ahead of Sinners and A Minecraft Movie, which are in first and second place, respectively.

Edebiri’s Character is in the Middle of a Twisted Plan in The Opus

Once at the compound, Ariel finds...

Bollywood Movies That Have Entered 500 Crore Club At The Worldwide Box Office! (Photo Credit – Instagram/Prime Video)

In the last decade, blockbusters like Dangal, Pathaan, Chhaava, and Stree 2 have set new benchmarks at the worldwide box office. Several generations, including Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Ranbir Kapoor, have given massive successes in Bollywood. But do you know, only 15 films have entered the 500 crore club globally? Scroll below for a detailed analysis.

Which was the first 500 crore Bollywood film worldwide?

It is very well known that Aamir Khan introduced the 100, 200, and 300 crore club in Bollywood with Ghajini, 3 Idiots, and Pk, respectively. But did you know, Mr Perfectionist also welcomed the first 500 crore club? In 2013, Dhoom 3 became the first Bollywood film to achieve the milestone with its global lifetime of 601 crore gross.

However, Dhoom 3 isn’t the fastest film to enter the 500 crore club. It was Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2,...

Maalik Box Office Collection Day 1 Update! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

The opening verdict is out and Rajkummar Rao led Maalik has made a fair start at the box office. There’s strong competition at the box office, and things got challenging with mixed word-of-mouth. Despite that, the action thriller made a fair start in India. Scroll below for day 1 collection!

Maalik Box Office Day 1 Collection

The screens are limited because the ticket windows are congested with competitors like Sitaare Zameen Par, Housefull 5, Maa, Metro In Dino, Jurassic World Rebirth, F1, and Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan. Surpassing all roadblocks, Maalik earned 4.02 crores on day 1, as per the official figures.

It could not enter the top 10 opening days of 2025 in Bollywood but remained on similar lines as Metro In Dino (4.05 crores), Maa (4.93 crores), and The Diplomat (4.03 crores). Rajkummar Rao has established himself as a bankable star over the years. It will be interesting...