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Exclusive: Emmy-winning actor, writer, director and producer Dan Levy has signed with CAA.

Levy had been without agency representation since leaving WME in November — at least in part over circumstances related to his upcoming Netflix series — with CAA quickly emerging as his likely destination. That has now been made official.

Levy co-created, executive produces and stars in the new comedy series, which is awaiting formal green light from Netflix. It is part of the overall film and TV deal Levy and his Not a Real Production Company have at the global streamer that included his film directorial debut Good Grief, which he also wrote, produced and starred in alongside Ruth Negga and Himesh Patel.

Levy is best known for his work as co-creator, writer, director and star of Schitt’s Creek, which swept the 2020 Emmys for its final season with nine wins, seven during the main telecast. Levy took home four that night,...

The Cinesite Group, the VFX, immersive and animation studio that is headquartered in London, has a renewed long-term funding package of $215m to continue its operations.

In 2022, a $235m funding package was laid out for Cinesite, led by banks NatWest and Barclays. The renewed package comes in response to changing market conditions. NatWest Corporate Bank led the financing of the $215m package, alongside banks Barclays and Santander, and Cinesite’s shareholders.

Upcoming projects on which Cinesite has worked include A24’s Warfare, Lionsgate’s Michael Jackson biopic Michael, Amazon MGM Studios’ G2O and Paramount Pictures’Smurfs.

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The Cinesite group, a global visual effects and animation studio collectives, has raised $215 million through a series of transactions “to support its continued operations, technological innovation and strategic expansion” during a turbulent time for the VFX industry that in recent weeks saw the collapse of VFX giant Mpc and its parent company Technicolor.

NatWest Corporate Bank led the financing of the Cinesite investment, alongside the studio’s existing banks Barclays and Santander. Shareholder Gryphion was also cited in the announcement.

Established in 1991 and headquartered in London, Cinesite maintains studios in London, Montreal, and Vancouver. The Cinesite Group also includes Image Engine, Trixter, Imaginarium Studios, L’Atelier Animation, FX3X, Assemblage Entertainment, and Squeeze Animation.

The VFX industry has struggled in recent years and last month saw the sudden collapse of Technicolor, which was the parent for VFX giant Mpc, commercial VFX studio The Mill and Mirkros Animation. Just this week, UK-headquartered VFX...

Rihanna is stepping out for the night.

The 37-year-old “Love on the Brain” singer stopped by Italian restaurant Giorgio Baldi for dinner on Friday night (March 7) in Santa Monica, Calif.

For her night out, Rihanna wrapped up in a long, black coat which she paired with black heeled boots.

Giorgio Baldi is clearly one of Rihanna‘s favorite restaurants and is often spotted grabbing dinner there.

In a new interview, Rihanna opened up about motherhood, her life at home with partner A$AP Rocky, new music, her postpartum style, her new business passions, and so much more. Check out the highlights here!

This summer, Rihanna will be making her debut as Smurfette in the upcoming animated Smurfs movie, which hits theaters on July 18. Watch the trailer here!

It’s another year of high-profile animated sequels, led by Disney’s “Zootopia 2,” DreamWorks’ “The Bad Guys 2,” and Nickelodeon/Paramount’s “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Square Pants” and the “Smurfs” film.

But there are plenty of attention-grabbing originals in 2025: “Pixar’s sci-fi “Elio,” DreamWorks’ “Dog Man,” Sony Pictures Classics’ “The Magnificent Life of Marcel Pagnol,” and Laika’s highly anticipated “Wildwood” (a tentative release). In addition, Netflix delivers another diverse slate: “In Your Dreams,” “K-Pop: Demon Hunters”, “Lost in Starlight” (the streamer’s first Korean-language animated film), “Plankton: The Movie” (with Nickelodeon), “Pookoo” (with Skydance Animation), and “The Twits” from Roald Dahl. Plus, Crunchyroll/Sony Pictures offer the theatrical anime event of the year with “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” (“Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle”).

Additionally, there are three Oscar-qualifying holdovers from 2024: “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl,” “The Colors Within,” and “The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie...

It's Hollywood's biggest night! The 2025 Oscars are happening as I type these words and, quite possibly, as you're reading them. The awards are being handed out and all of the expectations, surprises, and great moments that come along with the Academy Awards are unfolding. We've got a full list of Oscar winners for you to check out right here. Conan O'Brien is hosting this year's ceremony, with a number of different presenters taking the stage. But who is the announcer for tonight's event? And why does he sound so familiar?

That voice you're hearing between awards and heading into commercial breaks belongs to none other than Nick Offerman. Many viewers probably know him best as Ron Swanson from the beloved sitcom "Parks and Recreation." His voice is distinct, to say the least, and those who put together the ceremony decided that he would be the right man to help add...

“How to Train Your Dragon” will screen for audiences for the first time at CinemaCon, the annual convention for movie theater owners.

The world premiere will take place on April 2 at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, more than two months ahead of the film’s theatrical release on June 13.

CinemaCon will undoubtedly be a receptive audience, but unveiling “How to Train Your Dragon” in this capacity signals Universal’s confidence in the movie’s commercial prospects. In previous years, CinemaCon attendees were first to see Paramount’s “Top Gun: Maverick” and Warner Bros. and DC’s “The Flash.”

Screening “How to Train Your Dragon” will help to build buzz for the live-action remake, which lands in multiplexes amid a packed summer season. Also on the calendar over the four hottest months of the year, there’s Marvel’s “Thunderbolts” (May 2), Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” remake and...

Here’s A Look At The Smurfs’ New Track Higher Love (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Smurfs are set to return to the big screen with an all-new adventure, bringing their signature charm, laughter, and magic to the real world! To bring this excitement to life, Desi Trill joined hands with renowned artists DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania, and Subhi to release Higher Love, an electrifying new anthem for the highly-anticipated animated movie.

The new track is also making history. This is the first time Punjabi music is making its way into a Hollywood animated movie and turning up the volume on South Asian representation! Natania’s English vocals juxtaposed against an all-Punjabi hook performed by singer-songwriter Subhi makes the track a cultural crossover, fusing mainstream hip-hop energy with a desi spirit.

Speaking about the collaboration, DJ Khaled said, “I’m excited to be a part of this iconic collaboration. Growing...

Rihanna says she’s “feeling really optimistic” about her long-awaited album in a new interview, and that she “finally cracked it” amid the nine-year wait for the follow-up to Anti.

The singer graces the cover of the new issue of Harpers Bazaar, and sat down for an interview where she vaguely answered questions about her much-anticipated ninth album, dubbed R9 by fans.

When asked about R9, Rihanna said, “This feels right. It feels like it digs right into where I need to be, and I want this. This body needs to come out,...

DJ Khaled and Cardi B have joined Natania and Subhi for Desi Trill’s Belinda Carlisle-sampling single “Higher Love.” The record, which will appear on the soundtrack to the new Smurfs movie, flips “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” into a multilingual love song.

“Think about me, I’m on your mental/Give me a statuе, I’m monumental/Now, if looks could kill, they’d get laid to rеst/You know the body’s a bang-Bangladesh/Like it, my lovin’, say it, you need me/Kiss, mwah, Cardi,...

Desi Trill has released “Higher Love” (from Paramount Animation’s Smurfs Movie Soundtrack) featuring DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania and Subhi. “Higher Love” is the first single off the forthcoming Smurfs Movie Soundtrack. Check out the video above!

Synopsis: When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.

About The Film

Genre: Starring: Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, Kurt Russell, John Goodman Director: Chris Miller Screenplay: Pam Brady Produced by: Jay Brown, Ty Ty Smith, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, Ryan Harris, p.g.a.

Smurfs is in theaters on July 18, 2025!

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Paramount Animation wants to start the weekend by adding some pep to your step with the first single, “Higher Love,” from the forthcoming Smurfs movie. The joyous track hails from Desi Trill and features DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania, and Subhi. You can listen to the track by watching the video posted above, which includes new footage of the Smurfs.

Desi Trill is a new genre of music that celebrates South Asian music with an emphasis on collaborations with other artists. “Higher Love” begins with a spin on Belinda Carlisle’s 1987 hit “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” before rolling into fresh lyrics and beats from Cardi B, Natania, and Subhi. The lyric video features the Smurfs mugging for the camera and getting into mischief. It also features fuzzy creatures similar to the Kakamora from Disney’s Moana movies.

“I’m excited to be a part of this iconic collaboration,...

Disney just shifted this summer’s Pixar movie Elio by one week from June 13 to June 20.

Typically, the June Pixar movies go out during Father’s Day weekend, but Disney is going a week later with this one.

Elio moves away from being head-to-head with Universal/DreamWorks’ live-action take of How to Train Your Dragon on June 13, and instead will go head-to-head with the adult skewing zombie title 28 Years Later on June 20.

In addition, the date shift for Elio creates space in Disney’s summer slate, giving Lilo & Stitch (5/23) more room to play, with the Pixar title still ahead of anticipated blockbuster The Fantastic Four: First Steps (7/25). Elio will be the only animated release in the wide gap between Looney Tunes (3/14) and Smurfs (7/18).

Other Disney changes are as follows:

20th Century Studios’ James L. Brooks directed dramedy Ella McCay starring Woody Harrelson and Rebecca Hall is now dated on...

Every year, studios and companies pay exorbitant amounts of money for ad time at the Super Bowl, so it's not surprising that some pretty huge movie trailers usually drop during the big game. The 2025 showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles was no exception. A handful of teasers and spots took up air time during the Super Bowl last night between the Eagles absolutely dominating the Chiefs and Kendrick Lamar's thought-provoking, undeniably cheeky, and gorgeously choreographed halftime set — so what were they?

Not only will I fill you in on any trailer drops you might have missed, I'll do you one better: I'll rank them for you. Here are all the major movie teasers and trailers that came out during Super Bowl Lix on February 9, from worst to best.

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8. Lilo & Stitch (May 2025)

It's almost unfair to call the...

On Monday February 10 2025, Food Network broadcasts Kids Baking Championship!

Amazing Animals: Delightful Dessert Domes Season 13 Episode 6 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Kids Baking Championship,” titled “Amazing Animals: Delightful Dessert Domes,” promises to be a fun and creative adventure for the young bakers. This episode, inspired by the beloved movie “Smurfs,” features hosts Duff Goldman and Kardea Brown. They challenge the remaining contestants to showcase their baking skills in a unique way.

In this episode, each baker must create a dome cake that represents what kind of Smurf they would be. This challenge allows the kids to express their personalities and creativity through their cakes. The bakers will have to think carefully about colors, shapes, and designs to make their cakes stand out. It will be exciting to see how each contestant interprets their chosen Smurf and brings it to life in cake form.

Alongside the dome cakes, the young...

You can depend on a few things happening during the Super Bowl – two titans of football colliding (in this case the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles), commercials featuring big-time movie stars and, of course, movie trailers for some of the year’s most highly anticipated titles.

And this year, Super Bowl Lix was no different.

If you’re looking for all of the Super Bowl trailers in one place, we’ve got you covered, with an updated list below.

“Jurassic World Rebirth”

Sure, a new “Jurassic World Rebirth” spot aired before kick-off, but we aren’t holding that against them. This new “Jurassic World” installment, the first since 2022’s “Jurassic World Dominion” closed off that trilogy, features Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey and Rupert Friend. But we’re really pumped that this installment is bringing back writer David Koepp, who adapted Michael Crichton’s novel for Steven Spielberg’s “Jurassic Park,...

Rihanna es Pitufina en la versión original de esta nueva aventura azul. © Paramount Pictures

¡A pitufear se ha dicho! Paramount Pictures ha desvelado el primer tráiler de la película musical Pitufos, dirigida por Chris Miller (El gato con botas) y Matt Landon, que trae de vuelta a los personajes más azules (con el permiso de Avatar).

En Pitufos, cuando Papá Pitufo es secuestrado misteriosamente por los malvados brujos Razamel y Gargamel, Pitufina, dispuesta a todo para salvarlo, lleva a los Pitufos en una misión al mundo real. Con la ayuda de nuevos amigos, deberán descubrir qué define su destino para salvar el universo.

La película, que combina animación y live-action, cuenta con un elenco de voces de primer nivel en su versión original: Rihanna presta su voz a Pitufina, mientras que el reparto lo completan nombres como James Corden, Nick Offerman, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer,...

Paramount Pictures has entered into a slate financing deal with Domain Capital Group, led by Managing Director Pete Chiappetta, for a minimum of 30 movies including “Gladiator II,” “The Smurfs Movie” and upcoming remakes “The Naked Gun” and “The Running Man.”

The financing deal comes ahead of a planned Skydance acquisition of Paramount, but was executed by the current Paramount team in place and has no connection to the impending deal.

“We are privileged to be partnering with Paramount Pictures and participating in this slate of films,” said Chiappetta, Domain’s Managing Director of Media, Entertainment & Technology. “The team at Paramount is dedicated to producing quality content that we hope will continue to build on the value of Domain’s film library for our investors. We are grateful to the team at Paramount that worked alongside us to kickstart this strategic collaboration.”

Paramount Pictures Chief Operating Officer, Courtney Armstrong stated, “We...

Paramount Pictures has debuted a new trailer for the family animation ‘Smurfs’ which features the voice of Rihanna.

When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.

Directed by Chris Miller, the voice cast includes Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.

Also in trailers – Teaser trailer flies in for ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’

The movie hits cinemas on July 18th.

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Here’s A Look At The Smurfs Trailer Ft. Pop Icon Rihanna ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The Smurfs are back in a bigger, bolder, bluer, and never-before-seen avatar! Per the new official trailer, the tiny blue heroes are all set for a new adventure, bringing their signature charm, laughter, and magic to the real world. Packed with action, humor, and an all-star cast, the film blends nostalgia with a fresh, modern twist.

The Smurfs is based on Peyo’s original creation. It is directed by Chris Miller, written by Pam Brady, and produced by A Ty Ty and Jay Brown Production. The new movie will introduce a star-studded voice cast to the screen, with pop icon Rihanna making her debut in the world of animation. The songstress is lending her iconic voice to Smurfette, one of the beloved characters in the franchise, and adding a new dimension to the Smurfs’ universe.

(James Corden) and Smurfette (Rihanna) in Smurfs from Paramount Animation. | Smurfs & © Peyo – 2025 Lic. Lafig B./Imps © 2025 Par. Pics. Get ready for a Smurftastic adventure! A brand new Smurfs movie is on its way, and this time, they’re venturing into the real world! The trailer just dropped, and it looks like a vibrant and exciting journey for our favorite blue friends. When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is kidnapped by the dastardly duo of Razamel and Gargamel, it’s up to Smurfette (Rihanna) to lead the charge and rescue their fearless leader. Leaving the familiar Smurf Village behind, Smurfette and a team of brave Smurfs embark on a mission to our world. The trailer gives us a glimpse of the Smurfs’ interactions with humans, showcasing the hilarious culture clash and the challenges they face in navigating a world much bigger and more complex than their own. It seems they’ll be...

Rihanna enjoyed a night on the town before introducing us to her bright blue alter ego Smurfette.

The 36-year-old “Diamonds” diva and Savage x Fenty brand owner made her debut in the Smurfs film franchise on Thursday (February 6) with the release of the newest movie’s trailer.

She’s set to bring Smurfette to life in the movie, which sees her going on an adventure to save Papa Smurf (John Goodman) from evil wizards. The movie will feature some very rare new music from the singer.

Keep reading to find out more…

Before the trailer’s big reveal, Rihanna was spotted grabbing a bite to eat on Wednesday evening at Nobu in Los Angeles. The perpetually stylish star wowed in a snakeskin coat for the outing.

Rihanna has been making some appearances in court recently to support her longtime love A$AP Rocky, who is currently in the midst of a felony assault trial.

The trailer for the upcoming Smurfs has just been released by Paramount Animation (check it out above). The film stars Rihanna and will be in theaters on July 18, 2025!

When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe. Smurfs features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.

About The Film

Genre: Adventure, Animation Starring: Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd,...

Gold Derby’s top news stories for Feb. 6, 2025. The Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer gets over 200 million views in first day

Prepare to launch!

The debut trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps racked up 202 million views in its first 24 hours across all platforms, the most views ever for a Marvel YouTube live-stream, and became the number one trending video on YouTube, according to Disney.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps invited a live audience and key cast members to U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Home of Space Camp, in Huntsville, Ala., to officially launch the film’s inaugural trailer. Fans from around the world tuned in via a Marvel livestream to catch the big debut in real time with the Saturn 5 rocket serving as the backdrop.

Cast members Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, Ebon Moss-Bachrach commandeered the countdown and launch surrounded by fans outside the National Geographic Theater.

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Severance star Adam Scott is set to lead the upcoming supernatural horror movie Hokum. Damian McCarthy, who helmed the acclaimed 2024 film Oddity, will direct.

Per Variety, Hokum will begin shooting in Ireland later this month. The movie will see Scott play a horror novelist who visits a remote Irish inn to spread his parents' ashes. The location is rumored to be haunted by a witch, a fact Scott's character is oblivious to. Bad Sisters' Peter Coonan and Bodkin's David Wilmot will also star in the film that marks Scott's return to the genre after previously appearing in other projects such as Hellraiser: Bloodline, Little Evil, Krampus, and Piranha 3D.

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‘Smurfs’ stars Rihanna and John Goodman, and heads to theaters this summer.

Is waiting for summertime giving you the blues? If so, this is the best possible cure. A new movie based on the little blue critters known as The Smurfs is coming to theaters this summer, and there’s a new trailer available to stream for the movie now! Watch it below, and find out everything we know about “Smurfs” ahead of its theatrical debut — including where we think you’ll be able to stream it!

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Watch the new trailer for ‘Smurfs’ When does ‘Smurfs’ arrive in theaters?

“Smurfs” will debut in cinemas across the United States on Friday, July 18, 2025.

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Rihanna introduces the official Smurfs trailer which gives fans of the weird blue creatures their first good look at the nine-time Grammy winner as Smurfette. The trailer shows the Smurfs coming to our world, landing in Paris, and searching for the kidnapped Papa Smurf.

In addition to Rihanna, the cast includes James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, and Sandra Oh. Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, Kurt Russell, and John Goodman also star.

“When Papa Smurf (Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him,” reads Paramount Animation’s synopsis. “With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.”

Chris Miller directs from a screenplay by Pam Brady, based on the characters created by Peyo.

“Smurfs” is the new CG-animated musical feature, directed by Chris Miller and Matt Landon, starring pop singer Rihanna as the voice of ‘Smurfette’, opening July 18, 2025 in theaters:

“…when ‘Papa Smurf’ (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards,‘Razamel’ and ‘Gargamel’, ‘Smurfette’ (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him.

“With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.”

Voice cast also includes Nick Offerman, Natasha Lyonne, Jp Karliak, Dan Levy, Amy Sedaris, Nick Kroll, James Corden, Octavia Spencer, Hannah Waddingham, Sandra Oh, Alex Winter, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña and Kurt Russell.

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Many films spend years in development hell before getting a chance to premiere in theaters. Some don't even get that opportunity and are shelved before it happens.

In 2024, the Looney Tunes film Coyote vs. Acmewas officially shelved. The confirmation came after several reports in late 2023 that Warner Bros. was planning to shelve the film and write it off for tax purposes for $30 million. Now, Will Forte, one of the stars of the film, denounced Warner Bros. decision and told MovieWebhe doesn't want fans to forget what happened.

RelatedSmurfs Reboot Trailer Resurrects the Cartoon Characters With Rihanna as Smurfette

Paramount debuts the first trailer for Smurfs, a new live-action/animated movie featuring the lovable blue cartoon characters.

As he promoted his latest Netflix film, the Amy Schumer comedy Kinda Pregnant, Will Forte, who was supposed to play Wile E. Coyote's lawyer in the live-action/ animated film, addressed the permanently shelved film.

No Name (James Corden) and Smurfette (Rihanna) in Smurfs from Paramount Animation.

When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.

Smurfs features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.

The Smurf movies have been a hit with audiences. The first Smurfs movie was the most commercially successful, grossing over half a billion dollars worldwide. The totals for the live-action films are, The Smurfs (2011) $563,749,323 and The Smurfs 2 (2013): $347,434,178, while the animated films brought in respectively The Smurfs and the Magic Flute...

Rihanna goes blue as Smurfette in the new trailer for the upcoming Smurfs movie, in which she not only debuts her new character, but also sings “Don’t Stop the Music” and “Heaven Is a Place on Earth.”

After an introduction from Rihanna, the clip begins with a mash-up of the original Smurfs theme and “Don’t Stop the Music” as the “coolest Smurf in the whole village” dances alongside her buddies. Their idyllic existence gets shattered, however, when Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is kidnapped and Smurfette must lead them into the real world.

A sleepy cover of Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” — which gets rudely interrupted by DJ Khaled yelling over it — soundtracks their journey, which results in a somewhat amusing introduction to Papa Smurf’s irascible brother (Nick Offerman) and the Paris Neighborhood Watch Smurfs. Check out the full trailer below.

While announcing her...

Rihanna goes blue as Smurfette in the new trailer for the upcoming Smurfs movie, in which she not only debuts her new character, but also sings “Don’t Stop the Music” and “Heaven Is a Place on Earth.”

After an introduction from Rihanna, the clip begins with a mash-up of the original Smurfs theme and “Don’t Stop the Music” as the “coolest Smurf in the whole village” dances alongside her buddies. Their idyllic existence gets shattered, however, when Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is kidnapped and Smurfette must lead them into the real world.

A sleepy cover of Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” — which gets rudely interrupted by DJ Khaled yelling over it — soundtracks their journey, which results in a somewhat amusing introduction to Papa Smurf’s irascible brother (Nick Offerman) and the Paris Neighborhood Watch Smurfs. Check out the full trailer below.

While announcing her...

The trailer for Paramount's Smurfs reboot is now online, giving us a first glimpse of some footage from the animated/live-action hybrid musical.

The teaser begins with a little Superman nod, before we're introduced to the eponymous blue creatures living happily as ever in Smurf Village. When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is captured by the villainous Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) steps up to lead a rescue mission to the real world.

Chris Miller and Matt Landon direct, while Pam Brady wrote the screenplay. The voice cast also features Natasha Lyonne, Nick Offerman, Amy Sedaris, Nick Kroll, Daniel Levy, Octavia Spencer, Sandra Oh, Hannah Waddingham, Xolo Maridueña, James Corden, Alex Winter, Billie Lourd, and Kurt Russell.

“The DNA in Peyo’s original drawings guide so many creative choices in the film,” Miller said at a presentation at the Annecy Animation Festival last June. “It’s the blueprint for the kind of film I want to make.

The trailer for the new Smurfs movie just dropped – and it is filled with a star-studded cast!

Rihanna plays Smurfette, who goes on an adventure to save Papa Smurf (John Goodman) after he is mysteriously taken from Smurf Village by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.

Keep reading to find out more…

James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, and Kurt Russell will also have roles.

Written by Pam Brady and directed by Chris Miller, Rihanna also has a producer credit.

Rihanna also wrote new, original songs for the movie, per Variety. The trailer also features her singing a cover of “Heaven is a Place on Earth” by Belinda Carlisle.

Smurfs will...

How many “Smurfs” movies have there been at this point, and what’s the continuity, if any, with previous films? I guess there have only been three so far with one sequel, but doesn’t it feel like they are always rebooting these films, hoping they’ll catch on? “Smurfs: The Lost Village” was the last version in 2017, but it clearly did not move the needle enough to warrant a continuation.

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"To save their world, they must come to ours." Huh? Why? Paramount Pictures has revealed the first trailer for Smurfs (that's the title), the next animated-hybrid Smurfs movie arriving in theaters this summer. This is now the fourth Hollywood movie featuring the little blue guys created by Belgian artist Peyo, following The Smurfs (2011) and its sequels. This new reboot is directed by Chris Miller from a screenplay written by "South Park" writer Pam Brady. This musical brings them into the real world for an adventure. When Papa Smurf is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Smurfette leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. This fun new Smurfs features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna as Smurfette, of course, plus James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd,...

Rihanna introduces the first trailer for Paramount Animation’s upcoming musical film Smurfs, only fitting since her character Smurfette is front and center in the trailer released today by Paramount.

Based on the characters and works of Peyo, written by Pam Brady and directed by Chris Miller, Smurfs hits theaters July 18.

Along with Rihanna the voice cast includes James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.

The synopsis: When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.

Producing are Jay Brown, Ty Ty Smith, Robyn Rihanna Fenty,...

Are you feeling a little blue today? Paramount Pictures has something that could have you feeling Smurfy in no time! The studio that brought us the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise will tap into another nostalgic property this July with Smurfs, an animated adventure based on characters created by Belgian comic artist Peyo. Paramount shared a little trailer tease yesterday, but now smurf on over to smurf the new trailer for the animated/live-action hybrid, Smurfs.

Rihanna gives a little intro as the new voice of Smurfette, as well as contributing to the soundtrack of the movie with her cover of “Heaven is a Place on Earth,” formally by Belinda Carlise. Smurfs combines the style of the classic Saturday morning cartoons with more modern 3D animation. Smurf village is devastated when a mysterious force abducts Papa Smurf and it’s up to a small group of ragtag Smurfs to get him back.

It's time to hit the music because The Smurfs are back. Over eight years since the little blue creatures last graced the big screen in Smurfs: The Lost Village, they're finally marching back to theaters with a new film this summer under Paramount's banner after three adventures with Sony. Announced in 2022 and titled The Smurfs Movie, it's an entirely animated, star-studded musical affair with Grammy winner Rihanna—in her first film role since 2019—playing the iconic Smurfette. Now, ahead of the Super Bowl, the first trailer has finally been released that lets the "Umbrella" and "Diamonds" singer shine bright in blue.

Paramount Animation has revealed the first trailer and the Super Bowl spot for Smurfs, which is coming to theaters on July 18, 2025. The film was written by Pam Brady and directed by Chris Miller.

When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.

Based on the characters and works of Belgian artist Pierre Culliford, also known as Peyo, Smurfs is a Ty Ty and Jay Brown production. It is produced by Jay Brown, Ty Ty Smith, Robyn Rihanna Fenty and Ryan Harris.

Smurfs features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Jp Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine,...

It’s been a few years since they last blue up, but the Smurfs are back. Paramount Pictures has unveiled the first full trailer for its upcoming musical film “Smurfs,” which features a starry cast that includes Rihanna as the voice of Smurfette.

Along with starring, Rihanna is producing the Paramount Animation production. She also penned original songs for the film.

“I tried to get the Papa Smurf role, but it didn’t work out,” Rihanna joked back in 2023 to tease the new film at the annual exhibitor event CinemaCon.

“Smurfs” will touch on questions of identity among the Smurfs. Chris Miller and Matt Landon are the film’s directors, while Pam Brady wrote the screenplay. The voice cast features Natasha Lyonne, Nick Offerman, Amy Sedaris, Nick Kroll, Daniel Levy, Octavia Spencer, Sandra Oh, Hannah Waddingham, Xolo Maridueña, James Corden, Alex Winter, Billie Lourd, Kurt Russell and John Goodman.

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The Smurfs are back again, and this time the little blue critters are returning in full live-action/animated hybrid style with an all-star voice cast that includes Rihanna, Nick Offerman, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Alex Winter, and industry veterans Kurt Russell and John Goodman. The first trailer for the movie, which was originally set to be released on February 14 until it was pushed back to July 18, has now delivered a first look at this newest in a long line of new Smurf properties coming soon.

Smurfs will arrive in theaters and have to compete with some of the biggest blockbusters of the year, a weight that even Hefty Smurf could struggle to lift when the time comes. Jurassic World Rebirth, Superman, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps are all piled into a summer that is hoping to avoid a similarly packed release schedule in 2023, which saw many huge movies disappoint at the box office.

Rihanna feels like she’s the only Smurfette in the world in the first trailer for the new movie Smurfs.

Director Chris Miller’s feature is set to hit theaters July 18 from Paramount Animation. Smurfs is based on the characters and work of artist Peyo.

The film’s voice cast includes Rihanna as Smurfette, along with Nick Offerman, Natasha Lyonne, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Nick Kroll, James Corden, Octavia Spencer, Hannah Waddingham, Sandra Oh, Alex Winter, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, Kurt Russell and John Goodman.

The trailer shows the Smurfs setting out on a mission after Papa Smurf disappears, leading the group to land in Paris.

“Come on, we gotta rescue Papa,” Rihanna says in the footage.

“The DNA in Peyo’s original drawings guide so many creative choices in the film,” Miller said at a presentation at the Annecy Animation Festival in June. “It’s the blueprint for the...

The intense 1997 thriller Breakdown, starring Kurt Russell, is making its way to Paramount+.

Starting Jan. 1, 2025, subscribers can stream this gripping film about desperation, deceit, and survival on Paramount+. Directed by Jonathan Mostow (Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines), Breakdown follows a man’s harrowing quest to rescue his missing wife, blending nail-biting suspense with riveting performances. The film’s relentless pacing and tense atmosphere make it a standout entry in the thriller genre and Russell's iconic career.

A Classic Thriller That Keeps You Guessing

Breakdown remains one of Kurt Russell’s most gripping performances, playing Jeff Taylor, a man whose wife mysteriously vanishes after their car breaks down in the middle of the desert. As Jeff digs deeper into her disappearance, he uncovers a sinister conspiracy and is forced to fight for his life. Praised for its relentless pacing and taut direction, the film has become a standout entry in the thriller genre,...

From James Gunns Superman to Jurassic World Rebirth, there are some really huge movies that are scheduled to hit theaters during the 2025 summer blockbuster season. Ever since Jaws became the highest-grossing movie ever made in the summer of 1975, Hollywood studios have been releasing their high-concept tentpole films in the summer in the hope of recapturing its success. Summer tends to be when the highest-grossing movies of a given year come along. This year, it was Inside Out 2 and Deadpool & Wolverine. Last year, it was Barbenheimer. The year before, it was Top Gun: Maverick.

The summer blockbuster season typically starts in May (even though summer itself doesnt start until June) and runs until September. 2025s summer blockbuster season is shaping up to be a great one. Marvel Studios is releasing not one, but two highly anticipated superhero movies. Liam Neeson is inheriting the role of Frank Drebin from the late,...

2025 is a promising year for animated movies. Dog Man kicks things off in January, bringing Dav Pilkeys popular comic book series to life, followed closely by The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep in February, which dives into the magical world of Geralt and adds depth to The Witcher universe. In June, Pixar brings audiences sci-fi film Elio, which introduces audiences to a young boy who finds himself mistaken for Earths ambassador to outer space. Summer continues with nostalgia and family favorites, with The Smurfs Movie returning to theaters in July, reimagining the classic blue characters, and The Bad Guys 2 in August.

As the year winds down, Zootopia 2 headlines the holiday season in November, bringing back Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde for a new adventure in the vibrant city of Zootopia. In December, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is set to take fans of all ages back under...

Exclusive: Booksmart and Star Wars alum Billie Lourd is boarding the Harvey Guillén and Josh Brener comedy That Friend, we can tell you. Cameras roll in December.

Written and directed by Will Sterling and Alex Wall, That Friend explores the dynamics of

friendship and growing up. Lourd will play Penny, who was just trying to have a romantic weekend away with her new boyfriend Henry (Brener) when his best friend Paul (Guillén) crashes the trip. And when Paul’s pack of drug-laced cigarettes disappear into the hands of a stranger, the night takes a turn.

That Friend production beamed, “We’re beyond excited to have Billie in this role. Not only is she a hilarious, fresh voice in comedy, but our mutual love of vastly underrated films like I Love You Man have made it clear this is going to be an awesome creative partnership. We can’t wait to...

It is that time of the year when we once again find ourselves on the precipice of another year of new film releases. This is when we look forward eagerly to the films scheduled for release in the coming year. There is probably likely something coming out at some point during the year that should be of interest to everyone (at least that’s what most studios are hoping). As always, there will be the usual sequels and big blockbusters set as tent-pole releases, as well as a plethora of additional titles in multiple genres to choose from. We hope you find this list of the upcoming films of 2025 and their release dates useful and that it helps you plan what you’re going to look forward to throughout the years.

The list below gathers all of the titles we know that are coming in 2025 by their current release date.

Schitt's Creek co-creators, stars, and father and son duo Eugene Levy and Dan Levy are set to host the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. This will mark the first time a father and son have shared hosting duties, and it would be hard to find a pair better suited to the task. Although this is the first time the two serve as hosts, they're not precisely Emmy newbies. The Levys have been on the receiving end of a number of awards each: Eugene earned two Emmys for his work on the sketch comedy series Sctv Network 90 and two for Schitt's Creek, while Dan's wins stemmed from his work on the latter show. Besides earning the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and Outstanding Comedy Series, Dan earned directing and writing wins for his work on the series' finale.

In a statement announcing this year's host, the Levys shared:

"For two...

With less than a month to go before the 76th Emmy Awards, the telecast’s hosts are finally set. As expected, the father-son duo of Eugene Levy and Dan Levy will emcee this year’s Emmys, which take place on Sunday, Sept. 15, live on ABC.

The two made history in 2020 as the first father and son to win major awards in the same year, thanks to “Schitt’s Creek.” That year — in which winners appeared remotely, due to the Covid-19 pandemic — saw Eugene Levy win for outstanding comedy actor and Dan Levy win for supporting comedy actor. Dan Levy also picked up wins for writing and directing, while both won the outstanding comedy series Emmy as exec producers.

“For two Canadians who won our Emmys in a literal quarantine tent, the idea of being asked to host this year in an actual theater was incentive enough,” the Levys said in a joint statement.