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Christy, the Sydney Sweeney-Ben Foster movie about boxing legend Christy Martin, will serve as the inaugural U.S. theatrical release for Black Bear’s new U.S. theatrical distribution arm. The pic will hit theaters nationwide on Nov. 7 in time for awards season. The movie world premieres tom’w at TIFF at 2Pm at the Princess of Wales.

Heading into the festival today, Christy, was positioned as one of TIFF’s hottest acquisition titles with Black Bear, UTA Independent Group and AC Independent handling U.S. Black Bear, I hear, believes in the movie a great deal as a commercial play and will be getting behind Sweeney in a push for Best Actress this awards season.

The biopic is directed by Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner David Michôd.

“We’re thrilled about the upcoming release of Christy, a moving portrait of resilience and defiance from visionary filmmaker David Michôd,...

There are things that define the styles of various filmmakers. While the atmosphere of a David Fincher film is always new and darker than the previous one, there are certain roots that he touches now and again. The uniqueness and genius of David Fincher, however, isn’t being a better version of a M. Night Shyamalan or being a filmmaker inspired by a certain Alfred Hitchcock; it’s in being and making something that stands on its own. He doesn’t weave around expositions and makes solid ground with the written work in his hands. He believes in his writers and the actors involved, and he squeezes them till the last drop of perfection.

The 2025 New York Film Festival has unveiled its full Spotlight lineup including the world premieres of Ben Stiller’s Nothing Is Lost documentary about his parents, Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, Rebecca Miller’s Mr. Scorsese and Daniel Day-Lewis’ acting return in son Ronan Day-Lewis’ Anemone. In addition, the section will feature the U.S. premiere of Sepideh Farsi’s Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk, the Palestinian subject of which was killed in an Israeli air strike earlier this year.

Ben Stiller’s Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost, set to be released by Apple Original Films on Oct. 17, uses archival recordings, footage and letters as well as interviews with friends and collaborators of the late couple to tell the story of the elder Stiller and Meara’s groundbreaking comedy duo as well as the challenges and insecurities of a showbiz family.

Additionally, Miller’s Martin Scorsese docuseries,...

A popular movie is going to remain popular regardless of where it's exhibited. Director David Ayer's The Beekeeper, in many ways his comeback film, proved to be a box office hit when it debuted theatrically in 2024. It was a fixture on the Prime Video charts for months in a row. And now, having debuted on HBO Max, the movie wasted no time in jumping straight to the top of the rankings. According to FlixPatrol, The Beekeeper was the fourth-most-watched movie on HBO Max worldwide on August 11. Meanwhile, a sequel with Jason Statham set to return is in the works.

On August 11, The Beekeeper took the number four spot on HBO Max's global viewership rankings, behind The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, and Final Destination Bloodlines. Directed by Guy Ritchie, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare was a Prime Video favorite as well, before it debuted on HBO Max.

Ben Mitchell and Stuart Highway will make a brief return to EastEnders this autumn, with old tensions likely to resurface in Walford. Max Bowden steps back into Ben’s shoes for the first time since the character’s prison storyline began. He will appear on day release, bringing him face to face with husband Callum just months […]

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Cartoon Network’s decline in 2025 marks a fading legacy, with the channel shrinking amid streaming shifts and Comcast’s latest move.

The Tl;Dr… Current Struggle: Down to 66 million U.S. households, with reduced hours and content scattered across Hulu, Netflix, and Max. Rich History: Launched in 1992, it shaped kids’ TV with classics like The Powerpuff Girls and Adventure Time. Decline Timeline: Hit by viewership drops, studio closures, and content purges since the 2010s. Comcast Move: Dropped from core TV packages on August 12, 2025, now a $9.95 add-on. Legacy Lost: The iconic brand is overshadowed by cost-cutting and a streaming focus.

Cartoon Network, as we’ve known it, is basically toast.

If you grew up with Cartoon Network (Cn) as your animated escape—marathoning Dexter’s Laboratory after school or losing hours to Adventure Time’s quirky worlds—it’s tough to watch it fade into the background. The network that turned...

With Just For Laughs Montreal now behind us, Jfl has announced the first round of headliners for its Toronto Festival, taking place from September 18-27.

Notable comics set to appear include Gabriel Iglesias, Maria Bamford, Al Madrigal, Big Jay Oakerson, Ron Funches, Todd Barry, Ian Fidance, Gina Yashere, and Hari Kondabolu, among others.

“We’re proud to bring a great Just For Laughs lineup to Toronto this year,” said Jfl’s President & CEO, Sylvain Parent-Bédard. “It’s a great opportunity to share our comedy spirit with audiences in the city, and we can’t wait for Toronto audiences to laugh with us once again.”

Commented Jfl’s Head of Programming and Talent, Nick Brazao, “We’re beyond excited to announce an incredible lineup of comedy programming for this year’s Just For Laughs Toronto Festival — get ready for unforgettable performances, big laughs, and the best in stand-up and more from around the world.

Saeed Taji Farouky’s Egypt-uk co-production Standing At The Ruins is among the eight work-in-progress features selected for the 13th Final Cut in Venice industry lab.

Standing At The Ruins is a fiction feature, selected as part of the Final Cut’s Focs on the UK. The lab as a whole is open to feature projects from African countries plus Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria and Yemen.

Scroll down for the full list of Final Cut in Venice titles

Palestinian-uk director Farouky has previously directed three feature documentaries, including 2021’s A Thousand Fires which debuted at Locarno.

Other titles in...

The first official teaser trailer for The Terminal List: Dark Wolfhas been released, showing the return of Chris Pratt's James Reece and Taylor Kitsch's Ben Edwards from the acclaimed original series. While The Terminal List season 2 is still in development, The Terminal List: Dark Wolf is a prequel and origin story focusing more on Kitsch's character, Ben.

The first three episodes of The Terminal List: Dark Wolf will be released exclusively on Amazon Prime Video on August 27, 2025, followed by weekly episode releases into September. Watch the first official trailer starring Chris Pratt and Taylor Kitsch below.

What The Terminal List: Dark WolfTeaser Means For The Prequel Series Ben Will Go From Being A Navy Seal To A CIA Operative

The new Dark Wolf series is set before the events of The Terminal List, which features a shocking twist about Kitsch's Ben Edwards. That twist is echoed in the new Dark Wolf trailer,...

How to Train Your Dragon is one of the most coveted and anticipated live-action adaptations of all time. For years, the original series has held a special place in the hearts of the fans. So much so that the world was terrified when it was announced that it would be adapted into a live-action film. While audiences were expecting some mess-up to ruin the film’s memory for them, the project has done no such thing.

Being a shot-for-shot remake of the original, audiences couldn’t have asked for a better adaptation of their favorite film. While this has been excellent, there are many other classic children’s cartoons that could use the same treatment, with the perfect example being that of Ben 10.

When the cast of the latest film was asked about Tom Holland potentially playing this character, they had extreme reactions, and the Spider-Man actor may not like them.

The countdown has begun for the arrival of Edgar Wright's take on Stephen King's dystopian novel,The Running Man. The upcoming remake sees rising star Glen Powellreceive the baton from action legend Arnold Schwarzenegger, as the lead, Ben Richards. Schwarzenegger originated the character in the first adaptation, directed by Paul Michael Glaser and released in 1987. While Schwarzenegger won’t be appearing or involved behind the scenes this time around, the veteran action hero has given the project his blessing. The actor has now spoken publicly about how he thinks the remake can surpass the original.

Schwarzenegger's version wasn’t exactly a critical darling upon release. Reviews ranged from mixed to average at best, landing the film a modest 67% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics divided over its tone and execution. While Schwarzenegger is proud of what the movie achieved, he has acknowledged that it had its flaws. In...

On Tuesday June 10 2025, HGTV broadcasts House Hunters International!

Big Ben and Big Decisions in London Season 200 Episode 6 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “House Hunters International,” titled “Big Ben and Big Decisions in London,” promises to be an exciting journey for viewers. This episode follows a family of five from Seattle as they prepare to relocate to London for a new job opportunity. With the iconic Big Ben as a backdrop, the family faces the challenge of finding the perfect home that meets everyone’s needs.

The father in the family is eager to be near the action of the city. He envisions a lively space where he can entertain friends and family, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere that London has to offer. His desire for a bustling environment reflects his excitement about the move and the new adventures that await them.

On the other hand, the mother, who is the only one working,...

The Plague, Charlie Polinger’s debut feature, premiered in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard sidebar in 2025. Set in the sweltering summer of 2003, it follows 12-year-old Ben (Everett Blunck) as he navigates the rigid pecking order of an elite water polo camp. Polinger (writer-director) and cinematographer Steve Breckon conjure an aquatic netherworld—slow-motion dives become rites of initiation—while Johan Lenox’s score underscores the psychic frictions beneath youthful bravado.

At the heart lies a fabricated malady: “the plague,” a supposed contagion marked by pimples that binds the group’s unwritten code. Touch Eli (Kenny Rasmussen), the outcast, and you must scrub yourself raw—an absurd ritual that mirrors witch-hunt dynamics in broader society. The film’s coming-of-age drama and psychological horror merge into a single current, carrying us from casual cruelty to visceral dread.

Blunck’s Ben oscillates between craving acceptance and recoiling at groupthink; Kayo Martin’s Jake wields observation like a scalpel,...

Samuel French, a Texan actor known for his role as undercover FBI agent Cj Robinson in “Killers of the Flower Moon,” died this morning in Waco, Texas following a years-long battle with cancer. He was 45.

Born on January 26, 1980, French’s family moved to Clifton, Texas when he was 3. He graduated from high school there before moving to Austin and eventually Dallas, landing early acting credits on series like “Texas Rising” and “Fear the Walking Dead” as “Ben,” as well as film roles like “Pegasus: Pony With a Broken Wing,” “The Pro Bono Watchman” and a role in the 2024 crime thriller “Blood Dried Hands.”

French’s final performance will be as Detective Bernard Crooke in the crime drama/thriller “Towpath,” written and directed by Paul Sinacore. “Samuel was a dear friend and an incredible actor,” Sinacore said in a statement posted to Instagram. “Together we were on an extraordinary journey, giving...

Rome’s Cinecittà studios, which in its heyday hosted sword-and-sandals epics such as William Wyler’s “Ben-Hur” and was home to Federico Fellini, are being revamped thanks to a loan provided by the European Union’s post-pandemic recovery fund.

The goal of Cinecittà, once known as Hollywood on the Tiber, is to become the largest studio space in Europe and gain a competitive edge against other prominent European facilities such as Germany’s Studio Babelsberg, Hungary’s Origo Studios and Nu Boyana in Bulgaria.

Below are some recent Cinecittà milestones that provide a snapshot of key steps in the studio’s transformation into a cutting-edge city of cinema and magnet for Hollywood productions once again.

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European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and then-Italian premier Mario Draghi jointly visit the Cinecittà lot and hold a press conference in Studio 5, where Fellini shot almost all of his films, to announce...

On Friday May 9 2025, NBC broadcasts Late Night With Seth Meyers!

Natasha Lyonne; Ben Mendelsohn Season 12 Episode 90 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Late Night With Seth Meyers” promises to be an exciting one, featuring actress Natasha Lyonne and actor Ben Mendelsohn. Airing on NBC, this episode is sure to bring a mix of humor and engaging conversation.

Natasha Lyonne is known for her unique style and captivating performances. She has gained recognition for her role in popular shows and films, bringing her distinctive charm to the screen. Fans can expect her to share insights about her latest projects, as well as some entertaining stories from her career.

Ben Mendelsohn, a talented actor with a diverse range of roles, will also join the show. His performances have earned him critical acclaim, and his presence is likely to add depth to the conversation. Viewers may hear about his experiences in the industry...

Anime is taking over the world right now! Demon Slayer is bringing those stunning fight scenes with Tanjiro’s fire-breathing shenanigans, and Solo Leveling has got all of us hooked with Sung Jinwoo’s insane ascension from zero to hero. There’s no denying that these anime are behemoths.

But you know what could come and dominate them all? A Ben 10 anime. Yup, that iconic cartoon show about a kid with that wild alien watch that could turn him into a range of animal-like creatures. Just imagine if Ben 10 got the full anime treatment, it could really compete with the best of them.

A Ben 10 anime could leave Demon Slayer and Solo Leveling shaking

Let’s be honest, the premise for Ben 10 is literally tailor-made for anime. Ben has the Omnitrix, which allows him to turn into aliens like Heatblast, the fiery alien composed of a super-hot inner plasma,...

One of the best ways to scare viewers with horror films is to make them feel realistic. Nothing is scarier than something that could happen in reality. For example, the Final Destination film series shows various ways people can die during everyday activities. Clowns, sharks, anacondas, and more are also a bit nightmarish — thanks to the horror genre — and it seems like Hollywood is not running out of ideas anytime soon. Lionsgate and Pitch Perfect producer Paul Brooks are working on a rat horror flick, and what better place to have the movie set in than the Big Apple? New York City is known for many things, having a lot of rats being one of them. So, the killer rat infestation film will create a new meaning for "the city that never sleeps."

According to Variety, Lionsgate and Brooks have partnered on worldwide rights to Rats!, which is such asimple...

Chris Pratt is now considered one of Hollywood's biggest movie stars, but the actor started his career as a TV actor. Going from comedies to major franchises, Pratt returned to television as a leading man in 2022 with Prime Video's The Terminal List, the first show he had done since Parks and Recreation ended its run in 2015.

The series premiered on July 1, 2022, on Prime Video, and topped the charts for several weeks after its premiere. Its popularity led to Amazon renewing The Terminal List for Season 2 in February 2023. After a long break without any updates, Prime Video officially confirmedThe Terminal List Season 2 is now in production.

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The studio officially announced the production start for the follow-up season with a photo from the set, captioned, "Season 2 of The Terminal List is now in production." The photo showed Pratt back in character...

Todd Strauss-Schulson, the director of 2015’s The Final Girls, is headed back into the horror genre with Rats!, an upcoming rat infestation horror movie for Lionsgate.

Deadline reports tonight that Lionsgate is teaming with Paul Brooks (Pitch Perfect) on worldwide rights to the survival horror project, with Todd Strauss-Schulson directing.

“Lionsgate is launching for sales at the upcoming Cannes market,” Deadline notes.

In Rats!, “New York City races against time to stop a killer rat infestation unlike anything the world has ever seen.”

Paul Sado (Leo) and Todd Strauss-Schulson wrote the film’s screenplay.

Jason Fuchs (“Welcome to Derry”) is on board to produce the project.

Other horror films that fall under the rat umbrella include Ben (1972), Willard (2003), Mulberry Street (2006), Rats: Night of Terror (1984), and TV movie The Rats (2002).

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Bloody Disgusting has exclusively learned that SeriesFest 2025 will host the first-look World Premiere of horror trivia game show Better Luck than Chuck this Friday, May 2.

The television festival will be screening the pilot episode of the high concept horror trivia game show, the first six-episode season of which is currently out for sale.

Better Luck than Chuck is billed as “the horror trivia game show that will test your insight into fright.”

The team previews, “Imagine hanging out with Elvira and The Cryptkeeper all while having the chance to win killer prizes for being the smartest horror fan in the room! Sounds like a nightmarish dream come true, doesn’t it?! Meet The Widow, “The Wittiest Witch of the Midwest,” and her corpse of a husband Charlie, the sarcastic, hysterical hosts of Better Luck than Chuck, who have cordially invited horror fans into their basement to compete in a ghoulish...

MK2 Films, which has six movies in competition at Cannes, will also be launching sales at the market on “The Revolution According to Kamo,” the next film by “Pieces of a Woman” director Kornél Mundruczó.

The film is penned by Paweł Pawlikovski, the Oscar-winning director of “Ida” and “Cold War, Ben Hopkins, and Kata Weber (“Pieces of a Woman”), from an idea by Pawlikovski. In the run up to Cannes, the project has also been boarded by French distribution company Le Pacte, as well as Arte.

“The Revolution According to Kamo” is set against the collapse of the Russian Empire, and revolves around the friendship between Simon Arshaki Ter-Petrosyan, the future Bolshevik revolutionary known as Kamo, and his childhood friend Soso, who became the dictator Stalin.

“In the shadows of a crumbling world, two boys form a bond that will change the course of history. As they come of age,...

Making a splash in the world of sitcoms isn’t the easiest thing to do, and not everyone can pull off the level of comedic elements that are required to make a sitcom successful. But brainbox producer cum writer Mike Schur, for one, impeccably proved he had what it took to make an affluent comedy series by curating an unforgettable masterpiece like Parks & Recreation.

Not only did he bring about a series that worked perfectly fine with its plots, but it was also one that had some of the best and most loved characters ever, portrayed by all the right actors. So, when it came to the casting choices, showrunner Schur even ostensibly made NBC hire an actor along with one other, both of whom made the series infinitely better.

Mike Schur made NBC hire Adam Scott, too, when offered Rob Lowe Mike Schur. | Credits: The 92nd Street Y,...

Is Will Smith’s Solo Tour The Final Chapter Of His Marriage To Jada Pinkett Smith?(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Will Smith is hitting the road this summer, trading red carpets for rap beats as he embarks on a European tour to promote his first album in two decades. But while he’s stepping back into the spotlight, one person who won’t be stepping onto the tour bus is his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.

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No Plus-One: Jada Pinkett Not Joining The Ride

Though still technically married, they have been drifting in different directions for years. Jada, who shook the public with revelations of their quiet split in her memoir Worthy, seems firmly planted at home, uninterested in chasing tour buses or sound checks. The couple, married since 1997, may still refer to each other as “life partners,” but insiders...

Is Drake’s Nokia Topping The Charts?(Photo Credit –Instagram/Facebook)

Drake has flipped the script just at the right time. Just when critics thought the storm surrounding him might slow his momentum, his latest single, Nokia, punched through the noise, snatching the top spot on Apple’s Music Global Chart and bumping Kendrick Lamar off center stage, per Collider.

The track, released on Valentine’s Day alongside his collaborative album with Partynextdoor, is anything but a love letter to his rap rival. Instead, it’s a pulsating throwback with an 80s R&b flair and club-ready tempo, crafted more for late-night vibes than lyrical warfare.

Drake’s Party Anthem Over Punchlines

Ironically, Drake’s track now turning heads and topping charts carries no direct shot at Kendrick, despite the ongoing feud that’s fueled headlines and fan theories alike. Instead, the Canadian seems to be stepping away from the diss track arena,...

Marvin Levy, the veteran marketing and communications executive and longtime publicist for Steven Spielberg, died on Tuesday (April 7). He was 96.

In a career spanning 70 years, Levy established himself as one of the most influential public relations executives in Hollywood. In 2018 he became the first and only marketing or PR professional to win an honorary Oscar.

In a statement on Tuesday evening Spielberg said, “Marvin’s passing is a huge loss for me and our industry writ large. There are many talented PR executives, but Marvin was one of a kind.”

Spielberg continued, “For over 50 years, he was a deeply loyal...

There are things that define the styles of various filmmakers. While the atmosphere of a David Fincher film is always new and darker than the previous one, there are certain roots that he touches now and again. The uniqueness and genius of David Fincher, however, isn’t being a better version of a M. Night Shyamalan or being a filmmaker inspired by a certain Alfred Hitchcock; it’s in being and making something that stands on its own. He doesn’t weave around expositions and makes solid ground with the written work in his hands. He believes in his writers and the actors involved, and he squeezes them till the last drop of perfection.

As Fincher turns a year older and definitely wiser, we take a look back at his amazing filmography. Making a toast to him, we rank his films from the weakest to the best. We haven’t...

On Tuesday 8 April 2025, 5 broadcasts Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild!

Maine Season 19 Episode 10 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild,” titled “Maine,” promises to be an exciting adventure. This episode takes Ben into the heart of the forests of Canton, Maine. Here, he will explore the life of Arthur, a unique individual who has chosen to live off-grid.

Arthur is not just any off-grid dweller; he is a hunter-gatherer with a PhD in botany. This combination of skills makes his lifestyle fascinating. Ben will have the chance to learn about Arthur’s deep connection to nature and how he uses his knowledge of plants to survive in the wild. The episode will showcase the beauty of the Maine wilderness and the challenges of living away from modern conveniences.

Viewers can expect to see stunning landscapes and hear stories about the daily life of...

In Glen Powellwe trust. Pair the Twisters and Top Gun: Maverick star with filmmaker, Edgar Wright, in a movie based on a Stephen King novel and — in the words of the late, great Carl Weathers — baby, you’ve got a stew going. Today, CinemaCon attendees were invited to try a taste of that stew (have we taken it too far?) thanks to a special update during Paramount’s presentation that included some piping-hot information about the upcoming action-packed thriller, The Running Man.

In the footage played at the convention, Glen Powell’s Ben is approached by Josh Brolin’s bad guy, who knows that he’s in a desperate position and in dire need of money for his family. Brolin looks like a skeezy billionaire, while Colman Domingo’s host is everything that a game show host could hope to be — well dressed and fabulous. The hunt is on for...

On Tuesday 25 March 2025, 5 broadcasts Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild!

Spain Season 19 Episode 9 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild,” titled “Spain,” promises to be an intriguing exploration of a unique lifestyle. This episode features Ben Fogle meeting Nara, a 50-year-old free spirit who has chosen to live without modern conveniences for most of his adult life. The contrast between Nara’s way of living and the typical comforts many people take for granted is sure to spark interest.

Viewers will get a glimpse into Nara’s life in Spain, where he embraces simplicity and self-sufficiency. Ben will delve into Nara’s unconventional childhood, which played a significant role in shaping his perspective on life. This background story adds depth to Nara’s character and highlights the reasons behind his choices.

As Ben interacts with Nara, he will learn about the challenges...

On Tuesday 18 March 2025, Channel 5 broadcasts Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild!

Morocco Season 19 Episode 8 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode titled “Morocco” of “Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild,” viewers will join Ben Fogle as he travels to the beautiful Moroccan coast. This episode promises to showcase the stunning landscape and the unique lifestyle of those who have chosen to build their lives in such a picturesque location.

Ben visits Mark, a former army officer who has created a remarkable self-built home. The episode will highlight the challenges and triumphs Mark has faced while establishing his life in Morocco. It will delve into the personal story of Mark and his family, focusing on their struggles with the increasingly severe drought that has affected the region.

Through conversations and observations, Ben will learn how these environmental changes have impacted Mark’s family and their way of life. This...

This just in — Looney Tunesis no longer streaming on Max! The Warner Bros. show is one of many cartoon series that the platform has removed in recent times. In October 2024, fans learned that Max had taken down several big shows from the studio, including Ben 10, Chowder, Steven Universe, and Regular Show, without warning. Not just that, but Warner Bros. has also removed several of theScooby-Doo movies from Max, along with two Tom & Jerrytitles.

Spider-Noir remains in production and, if the set photos we've seen are any indication, the web-slinger's first TV series will put a unique new spin on Spider-Man.

Screen icon Nicolas Cage plays Ben Reilly, a private eye who moonlights as a superhero. We've seen him swinging into action on set, suggesting the series will be very much in line with the comics, even though those featured Peter Parker under the mask. Why Spider-Noir is named after his clone hasn't been made clear.

Lukas Haas has landed a mystery role in the show and, during a recent interview with Coming Soon, suggested the series could be released in black and white as well as colour.

"It was just an incredible project," he told the site. "Everybody involved was amazing. Brendan Gleason, he plays my boss. Just getting to, to do that noir thing. It was very genuine film noir, the way they filmed it,...

Kevin Smith’s Jay and Silent Bob characters are famous for popping up in movies like Clerks, Mallrats and Dogma. But the stoner duo also exist within the fictional worlds of Star Wars, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and the Scream franchise, as evidenced by the most baffling moment from Scream 3.

But now Jay and Bob are set to crossover with a most unexpected pop-culture property: Archie. Per The Hollywood Reporter, an upcoming “double-sized” comic book titled Kevin Smith Presents: Archie Meets Jay & Silent Bob will find the Riverdale gang crossing paths with the residents of the View Askewniverse — and presumably learning some new four-letter words in the process.

Weirder still, the book takes place after the events of Clerks III, in which (spoiler) protagonist Dante Hicks dies of a heart attack. According to Smith, who penned the comic, “Archie plays a role in the healing (process),” adding, “not only...

During the early 2000s, Cartoon Network boasted an embarrassment of riches in terms of the volume of high-quality shows on its platform. Cult classic series like Teen Titans, The Powerpuff Girls, Codename: Kids Next Door, Samurai Jack, and Ed, Edd, n Eddy were daily fixtures on the network, delivering round-the-clock entertainment to its largely Gen Z audience. Beloved series such as Johnny Test, Total Drama Island, Totally Spies, Chowder and Ben 10 also helped establish Cartoon Network's golden age. While most Cartoon Network series carry a lighthearted, playful tone, there is one series with a hilariously dark origin story that surprisingly became a network favorite — The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy.

The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy is an animated television series created by Maxwell Atoms for Cartoon Network. The series is centered around the exploits of Billy (Richard Steven Horvitz), an idiotic and happy-go-lucky boy; Mandy (Grey DeLisle), a deadpan,...

Shangri-La Frontier is one of the most popular anime currently streaming. The popular series relies heavily on its video game elements and features several VR games within it. The most recent edition, Galaxia Heroes: Chaos, is a game based on Super Heroes, with many references to characters and concepts from popular comic books. One of the most prominent villains in the game, Yggdrya is extremely similar to Poison Ivy from DC Comics. Although no single character from the imagined Galaxia Heroes is a direct rip-off from real-life comics, there are many influences. There are also plenty of original characters as well, like Ranzo.

One of the most prevalent comic references is the use of the Ben-Day dots shading style. This modern-art staple was heavily used in early comic books and has become synonymous with the medium. Studio C2C honored this style and made sure it was prevalent in...

The Saturday Night Live “host who doubles as musical guest” doesn’t have a great track record. Sure, we get the occasional Ariana Grande showing off her Nick Kid chops, but more often we’re subjected to one-dimensional pop stars looking to cross over into acting careers. Can Bad Bunny, Halsey or Charli Xcx conquer new worlds? Usually not. Sometimes they’re okay, but okay shouldn’t be the bar. Isn’t being Jack Harlow enough? Does Megan Thee Stallion have to prove she’s Megan Thee Comedian?

But sometimes, we’re treated to someone like Lady Gaga. Fresh off her Worst Actress Razzie nomination for Joker: Folie à Deux, Gaga fronted one of SNL50’s best episodes of the season. While none of the sketches were instant classics, SNL served up a consistently satisfying show by leaning on the host’s ability to channel the fizziest, most talented kid in the high school musical.

Alfred Hitchcock's psychological thriller of 1958, Vertigo, is considered one of the greatest films in cinema history. The movie starring James Stewart and Kim Novak is often hailed as the director's unparalleled masterpiece, despite the mixed reception it had when it was released. As decades passed, it received a complete reevaluation until achieving the status it still holds today. Remaking it seems as pointless as remaking The Godfather, but it does seem to be happening - and even the movie's writer is aware of how ridiculous it is.

Steven Knight, the screenwriter behind films like the thriller Dirty Pretty Things, the biopic Spencer and the 2024 Angelina Jolie film Maria, jokingly agrees that he is "an idiot" for attempting the impossible in taking on remaking the classic thriller. However, it hasn't stopped him from thinking about remaking Hitchcock's Technicolor classic. "It's swirling around in my head as we speak," he...

Ben Affleck Ghosting Jennifer Lopez While Finding Comfort In Jennifer Garner? (Photo Credit – Koimoi)

Ben Affleck has had enough. The actor, 52, is reportedly dodging calls and messages from his ex-wife, Jennifer Lopez, after getting frustrated by what he sees as her not-so-subtle jabs at him on social media. As Lopez, 55, seemingly airs her emotions online, Affleck has been finding comfort in someone much more familiar: his first ex-wife, Jennifer Garner.

Jennifer Lopez’s Social Media Hints Are Getting On Ben Affleck’s Nerves

According to Radar Online, sources close to the situation say Ben Affleck was particularly irked when Lopez posted a cryptic Instagram post on Valentine’s Day about “self-love doesn’t cost a thing.” Even though the pop icon never mentioned names, the timing and wording had fans speculating it was a veiled reference to him. For Affleck, it was just another reminder of why their dynamic was never meant to last.

Millennials around the world must remember how awesome Powerpuff Girls was. The animated show used to rule kids’ hearts for a healthy part of the early 2000s. While that generation has all grown up, it wouldn’t have come as a shock that the show would have many takers.

After all, the only thing that sells as much as an original childhood movie or series is the project made with the intention of milking the fanbase. Sadly, sometimes things can go awfully wrong. Chloe Bennett & Co. found that out the hard way.

Powerpuff Girls live-action adaptation did not see the light of day Powerpuff Girls commands a lot of love from millennials || Cartoon Network

When CW announced its decision to bring to life a live-action adaptation of the hit toon series, fans around the world were excited (and somewhat worried as well). It isn’t every day that you happen...

Chicago – The 31st Slamdance Film Festival, which took place in Los Angeles after 30 years in Park City, honored the top films of the fest in several categories on February 26th, 2025, the last day of the in-person fest. The full line-up of films will be available on the Slamdance Channel until March 7th, Click here for more information.

“Gamma Rays” is a multi-story character study involving older teens. Abdel’s quiet life is upended by the arrival of his extraverted cousin, who’s staying for the summer. Fatima craves a more stable life since she’s starting a new job as a supermarket cashier. Toussaint, while fishing, finds a bottle washed up on the shore, and there’s a message inside. All their stories will eventually converge in rebellious truth.

Top Narrative Film: ’GammaRays’ at 31st Slamdance Film Festival

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Esteemed auteurs and industry professionals voted to determine...

Image Source: Warner Bros Few films have captivated audiences quite like Ben-Hur. Directed by the talented William Wyler, this sweeping epic claimed an incredible 11 Oscars at the 1960 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Charlton Heston. It’s easy to see why this masterpiece holds a spot on the American Film Institute’s list of the 100 greatest movies of all time. For many, the chariot race is the moment that defines Ben-Hur. This gripping, action-filled sequence has become one of cinema’s most iconic scenes—and for good reason. But the film is much more than its breathtaking visuals. At its core, Ben-Hur is a powerful story about justice, redemption, and unshakeable faith. Anchoring the narrative is Charlton Heston’s iconic portrayal of Judah Ben-Hur, a role that remains as stirring and meaningful today as it was decades ago. When we had the chance to sit...

On Tuesday 25 February 2025, Channel 5 broadcasts Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild!

The Isle of Wight Season 19 Episode 6 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode titled “The Isle of Wight” of “Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild,” viewers will follow Ben as he explores the unique lifestyle of a family living on a cliffside. This family has chosen to embrace a simple life, surrounded by nature and the stunning scenery of the Isle of Wight.

However, their dream is not without challenges. The episode will reveal the legal hurdles the family faces while trying to maintain their homestead. These issues add tension to their story, highlighting the struggles that can come with living off the grid. Additionally, the risk of a landslide poses a constant threat, making their situation even more precarious.

Ben Fogle’s journey will showcase the beauty of the Isle of Wight, along with the...

Ben Fogle’s New Lives in the Wild journeys to the Isle of Wight, where he meets a family whose idyllic cliffside existence faces some serious challenges. Gav, Lucy, and their son Bo have embraced a life of permaculture, living off the land in a self-sufficient manner. However, their dream life has been anything but smooth. […]

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In celebration of Black History Month, 70s on 7 is counting down the 50 best soul hits of the 1970s — according to you, our listeners!

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Voting has closed and the results have been tallied. Now you can listen to the countdown in full anytime on the SiriusXM app or catch it on-air on 70s on 7 (Ch. 7).

Top Soul Hits of the ’70s

Songs our listeners voted on:

“ABC” – The Jackson 5

“After the Love Has Gone” – Earth, Wind & Fire

“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” – Diana Ross

“Ball of Confusion” – The Temptations

“Bad Girls” – Donna Summer

“Ben” – Michael Jackson

“Best of My Love” – The Emotions

“Boogie Down” – Eddie Kendricks

“Boogie Fever” – The Sylvers

“Boogie Nights” – Heatwave

“Boogie Oogie Oogie” – A Taste of Honey

“Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe” – Barry White

“Car Wash...

Ever thought your neighbor was just that—well…a neighbor? The one you trade awkward hallway greetings with, exchange uncomfortable smiles over the fence, and maybe, just maybe, nod at during the rare neighborhood BBQ. But what if the neighbor next door wasn’t just a passerby in your life but a master puppeteer, weaving a web of secrets, desires, and betrayals? Oh, the plot that thickens when the friendly facade fades, right?

In the case of The Couple Next Door, life in the cozy suburban neighborhood takes a major nosedive into the messy unknown. We’re talking about the kind of relationships where one’s not just worrying about a spilled drink on the carpet. Here, the circumstances are way higher.

The Couple Next Door (2023) | Credit: Starz Spoiler Alert !!!Warning: Before you dive in, we need to hit you with the classic “Spoiler Alert” siren for The Couple Next Door Season Finale!

On Tuesday 11 February 2025, Channel 5 broadcasts Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild!

New Mexico Season 19 Episode 5 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild” is titled “New Mexico” and promises an engaging look at life in the desert. This episode will air on Channel 5 and features Ben Fogle traveling to the unique landscape near Roswell.

In this episode, Ben meets Karen, a 70-year-old woman who has faced many challenges throughout her life. Viewers will see Ben roll up his sleeves to help her with various tasks, showcasing the hard work and determination required to live in such a harsh environment.

As Ben learns about Karen’s story, the episode will highlight her resilience and the lessons she has learned over the years. The beautiful desert scenery will serve as a backdrop to their interactions, adding depth to the narrative. This episode is set to be both inspiring and eye-opening,...

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There are a bunch of big new series coming out of the United Kingdom throughout 2025, but one of our most anticipated is Toxic Town, which comes from the same production team behind Black Mirror. The new four-part limited series will tell the real-life Corby Toxic Waste Case story that dominated headlines in the UK. Here’s everything you need to know, including the brand-new first-look picture and confirmation that the series will be released in late February 2025.

It’s been several years in the making, with the streamer having first announced the project on August 10th, 2023. Jack Thorne, whose credits include National Treasure, Wonder, Enola Holmes, and more, is helming the project as the main writer with the exception of episode 3, which is co-written with Amy Trigg (Ralph & Katie). Minkie Spiro is directing all four episodes of Toxic Town. Her credits include Better Call Saul, Downton Abbey, and...

Robert De Niro won his second Oscar in 1981 for playing a boxing champ in Raging Bull. And now he has been chosen as the champ of all actors.

His performance for the Martin Scorsese film from 1980 has been voted the greatest Oscar Best Actor winner ever, according to a Gold Derby ballot cast by 21 of our film experts, critics, and editors, who ranked all 97 male leading actors.

Anthony Hopkins ranked second for The Silence of the Lambs (1991), with Marlon Brando following in third for The Godfather (1972). Daniel Day-Lewis for There Will Be Blood (2007), and Gregory Peck for To Kill a Mockingbird (1961) rounded out the top five.

At the bottom of the list of the Best Actor winners is Warner Baxter for In Old Arizona (1928). Just above that film performance in the rankings are George Arliss in Disraeli (1929), Lionel Barrymore for A Free Soul (1930), Paul Lukas for Watch on the Rhine...

Ben Fogle, the intrepid explorer of unconventional lifestyles, ventures deep into the heart of Australia’s Sturt Desert in this week’s New Lives in the Wild. He’s on a mission to meet Bec and Reece, a couple who’ve traded academia for a life of extreme isolation at Fort Grey, a former homestead now serving as their […]

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