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After a highly successful run, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is due to exit theaters soon short of one final global box office milestone. At the time of writing, Sonic 3 has grossed $236 million at the domestic box office and $253 million internationally for a total of $489 million worldwide. While the Ben Schwartz-led threequel can safely rule out reaching $500 million globally, it is also unlikely it will even reach $490 million at the worldwide box office. It would need around $750,000 more to reach that milestone, and a $82,000 outing last weekend ensures that's insurmountable. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 also introduced Keanu Reeves as Shadow the Hedgehog while bringing back Idris Elba to play Knuckles and James Marsden as Tom.

"Rules and consequences."

Lionsgate has finally launched the brand new trailer for their upcoming action-thriller Ballerina, offering a killer new look at Academy Award-nominee Ana de Armas (Knives Out; No Time to Die; Ghosted) heading into action as Eve Macarro, and it looks like her mission just got considerably more difficult than we imagined as she'll soon find herself up against Baba Yaga himself!

Yes, as the trailer reveals, The Director (Anjelica Huston) will send John Wick (Keanu Reeves) after Eve, in a last-ditch effort to stop her vendetta. John will offer her a choice, leave or die, and the battle commences. It certainly adds an interesting wrinkle to the film, as we were all previously under the assumption that Wick and Macarro would be allies and fight together, which could obviously still happen, but it looks like things will head into a different direction before the credits roll.

The film's official synopsis reads,...

Videogame Adaptations North America Box Office: Where Can A Minecraft Movie Land? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The video game movie adaptations have performed well at the box office over the past years. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is ending its theatrical run. Another video game-based movie, A Minecraft Movie, is gearing up for release. The Super Mario Bros Movie made history with its $1 billion-plus global haul, giving the video game movie makers new hopes. As Jason Momoa and Jack Black’s movie sets up to arrive at the film, we have listed the top five video game adaptations with the biggest openings and whether the upcoming movie has a chance to enter the list. Scroll below for the deets.

Earlier adaptations like Super Mario Bros and Street Fighter failed due to weak storytelling and significant deviations from the source material. Recent successes, such as Sonic the Hedgehog and The Super Mario Bros Movie,...

Was Lucifer saved from cancellation by fans?(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Netflix has a knack for breathing new life into shows on the brink of oblivion, and for fans of a certain devilishly charming series, this rescue mission was nothing short of a miracle. While the streaming giant has a long track record of delivering gripping original content and reviving fan-favorite shows, not every comeback story has been a fairytale—just ask Arrested Development fans.

But one series, once abandoned by network television, found a second wind under Netflix’s wing, and its legacy has only grown stronger since.

A Devilishly Addictive Plot

Enter Lucifer, the supernatural drama that has recently been rediscovered by a fresh wave of binge-watchers, despite its grand finale airing in 2021. Based on characters crafted by the legendary Neil Gaiman, alongside Sam Kieth and Mike Dringenberg, the series follows the one and only Lucifer Morningstar.

Lucifer, played...

Is Bellatrix Lestrange the most ruthless villain in Harry Potter?(Photo Credit –Facebook)

The Harry Potter saga isn’t short on villains. From schoolyard tormentors to dark sorcerers bent on world domination, Harry’s journey is littered with adversaries of all kinds. Draco Malfoy may have been an insufferable brat, and Fenrir Greyback, a nightmare in wolf’s clothing, but the Dark Lord himself isn’t even the worst of the worst.

Hard to believe? Well, the most twisted, most sadistic, most irredeemable force of darkness isn’t the one without a nose but it’s Bellatrix Lestrange. Yes! You read that right.

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Bellatrix: Voldemort’s Most Devoted and Deadly Follower

Unlike Voldemort, who orchestrates terror from a distance, Bellatrix gets her hands dirty, reveling in every act of violence. While He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named is calculating, methodical, and detached, Bellatrix is chaos unleashed.

Stephen Graham’s Adolescence delivers wake-up call on raising teenagers(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Stephen Graham had never shied away from hard-hitting roles, but his latest project, Adolescence, struck a nerve far beyond the screen. The gripping drama, which landed on Netflix on March 13, saw him fill the boots of every parent’s worst nightmare, a father whose teenage son stood accused of murdering a classmate.

However, beyond the series itself, Graham had a stark message for parents and urged them to open their eyes to the hidden dangers shaping their children’s lives.

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Adolescence: A Groundbreaking Series With a Disturbing Message

The highly-talked about program, which has been filmed in a single continuous take per episode, much like Boiling Point, another of Graham’s critically acclaimed projects, has gripped audiences with its unrelenting intensity.

But while the technical brilliance impressed,...

Does Johnny Depp own Marilyn Manson’s iconic fake br*asts?(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Johnny Depp is known for collecting some pretty unusual things. But among all his pirate hats and skull rings, one item stands out — Marilyn Manson’s famous prosthetic br*asts. Yes, those fake br*asts from Manson’s controversial Mechanical Animals album cover.

The story behind how Depp got them is just as bizarre as it sounds. Back in 1998, Marilyn Manson released Mechanical Animals. It is an album that marked a massive shift in his image. For the cover, Manson posed as an androgynous alien figure. It was pale skin, a long wig, and a pair of striking fake br*asts.

But not everyone valued it. Big retailers like Target denied to carry the album because of the nudity on its cover. In the pre-streaming era, that decision hit hard. With fewer places to sell, Mechanical...

Ana De Armas Dating Timeline(Photo Credit –Facebook/Instagram/Wikimedia)

Ever since Ana de Armas debuted in the Hollywood industry, she has been the talk of the town. She has always hit the headlines with her acting skills, gorgeous looks, fashion affairs, and dating history. From dating Spanish actor and model Marc Clotet to popular Hollywood A-lister Ben Affleck, her list has quite a few prominent names. Her name often got linked to several artists, son of a dignitary, and more, making it a hot topic to discuss.

As the Cuban-born actress is now getting spotted with Mission Impossible star Tom Cruise, it seems she has found her new love (based on the reports). Before we jump in to know more about her recent romantic linkup, let’s look at her dating history with her previous boyfriends and fiances. Scroll ahead.

Marc Clotet

Ana de Armas began her dating phase...

With a new trailer confirmed for 10 Am Est tomorrow, Lionsgate has shared a handful of brand new stills from Ballerina, their upcoming action-thriller starring Academy Award-nominee Ana de Armas (Knives Out; No Time to Die; Ghosted) in the lead role as Eve Macarro.

While plot details remain mostly under wraps, the film's official synopsis reads, "Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma."

Since Ballerina is set inbetween the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum and John Wick: Chapter 4, it will also feature franchise mainstays Keanu Reeves as John Wick, Ian McShane as Winston Scott, and the late Lance Reddick, in his final on-screen appearance, as Charon.

According to McShane, Ana's character will find herself under the protection of the New York Continental Hotel at some point in the film,...

Tom Cruise Once Revealed He Got Sick Of Eating Chocolate Cakes For Three Days(Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tom Cruise is known for doing mind-boggling stunts on screen, from jumping from a multi-storeyed building and planes to several other things. He has been doing that since the beginning and has often shared stories from the past. He once revealed how he had to eat chocolate cake for three days, becoming sick. It was for Francis Ford Coppola’s The Outsiders. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Some of the dangerous stunts performed by the Hollywood star include climbing the Burj Khalifa, hanging from the side of an Airbus A400M, performing a high-altitude, low-opening jump, motorcycle chase without a helmet, helicopter chase, and much more. He is famous for pushing the limits of safety and physical endurance.

For the unversed, The Outsiders is a 1983 movie, an adaptation of the 1967 novel of the same name by Se Hinton.

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

Emily Blunt is a notable actress in Hollywood who is known for seamlessly moving between genres. She often plays powerful, intelligent characters. From period dramas to rom-coms and more, Blunt stood out in every role. She also garnered a lot of praise as Kitty Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. Today, we are going to take a look at the actress’s last five films at the worldwide box office. Keep scrolling for more.

She got her breakthrough in her career with The Devil Wears Prada and The Young Victoria. This was followed by several diverse and acclaimed performances, such as Edge of Tomorrow, Sicario, and A Quiet Place I & II. Blunt started her career in British theatre and television. Soon, the actress established herself as a serious, leading actress who could do action, thriller, and drama.

Robert Pattinson Once Revealed He Lied To Christopher Nolan About Going To The Batman Screen Test ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Robert Pattinson is one of the most versatile actors of his generation. He proved people wrong with his brilliant performance as Bruce Wayne. Pattinson played the DC superhero in Matt Reeves’ The Batman. However, he had to keep it under wraps and hide it from Christopher Nolan. He went for the auditions and screen test while filming Nolan’s sci-fi flick Tenet. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Pattinson gained global fame as Edward Cullen but later earned critical acclaim for his work in indie and auteur-driven films. He achieved success with Indie films like The Rover and The Lighthouse. In Reeves’ DC movie, he played a darker, more grounded version of Bruce Wayne/Batman, earning praise for his performance. Pattinson is now recognized as a risk-taking actor who blends mainstream and arthouse cinema.

Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy Worldwide Box Office: 5th Weekend Update (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Renee Zellweger’s romantic comedy Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy has surpassed a significant milestone at the worldwide box office. The film proved to be a financial success despite not being released in the United States. It is earning decent numbers at the international box office. However, as per reports, it will remain the lowest grossing in the franchise. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The Bridget Jones franchise has four films, the first of which came out in 2001, over twenty years ago. According to The Numbers, the franchise has grossed over $856.8 million worldwide. The franchise is based on the book series by Helen Fielding. Zellweger plays the titular role, along with an ensemble supporting cast. The rom-com follows the story and life of Bridget Jones and the primary characters, including Mark Darcy and Daniel Cleaver.

Mufasa: The Lion King Worldwide Box Office: Beats Dune 2 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Disney animated feature Mufasa: The Lion King refuses to leave the theatres and has achieved its last accolade at the worldwide box office. It has finally surpassed the worldwide haul of Deni Villeneuve’s Oscar-winning blockbuster Dune 2. The movie slowed down due to its digital release, yet it stayed at the weekly top 10 list in the United States until last weekend.

Dune 2, starring Zendaya, Timothee Chalamet, and Florence Pugh, has lost its #6 spot on 2024’s grosser list to Mufasa. Even after over two months of release, the Disney film’s success proves the appeal family films have among the audience. It might be the lowest-grossing film in The Lion King film series, but it is a box office success. The film received a lot of love overseas, which helped it achieve this new feat.

According to reports,...

John Wick: Chapter 4 China Box Office: Debut Weekend(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Keanu Reeves starrer John Wick: Chapter 4 has finally been released in China. It is better late than never. Despite being available online, the film has scored winning numbers on its debut weekend. It was initially released in theatres worldwide in 2023. It is one of the most popular action film franchises, extending its universe with the spin-off movie Ballerina. It will feature Ana de Armas in the lead role.

The action-packed Hollywood movie was released in 2023 and was directed by Chad Stahelski. Reeves reprised the role once again with an ensemble cast comprising Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgård, Laurence Fishburne, Hiroyuki Sanada, Shamier Anderson, Lance Reddick, Rina Sawayama, Scott Adkins, Clancy Brown, and Ian McShane. It received positive reviews for its well-choreographed action sequences, cinematography, performances, and visual style. It is the highest-grossing film in the John Wick franchise.

For the uninitiated,...

Moana 2 Ott Verdict (Week 1): Debuts With Record Number Of Views(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Disney’s 2024 blockbuster Moana 2 finally arrived on Disney+ or JioHotstar last week and set a record number of views in its first five days only. It has registered the biggest opening ever for Disney since 2021’s Encanto. The movie also came real close to beating Pixar’s Inside Out 2’s debut views. Keep scrolling for more.

The Moana sequel achieved the highest five-day opening for an animated film. It also set records for the biggest Thanksgiving opening weekend, surpassing Frozen II and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. It is also part of the list of the 50 highest-grossers in the United States. The 2024 animation is one of the highest-grossing animated films of all time.

According to The Wrap’s report, Moana 2 garnered $27.3 million global views in five days on Disney+. It is the biggest...

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 North America Box Office: Set to End Its Theatrical Run Soon( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Paramount Pictures’ Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is in the last few days of its theatrical run. It will leave the cinemas soon, mostly this coming weekend. The film had a spectacular and successful run at the US and global box office. It will be bidding goodbye, holding a significant title at the US box office. Keep scrolling for more.

Directed by Jeff Fowler, the film featured a stellar cast with Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, and Idris Elba reprising their roles. Keanu Reeves is the highlight of the movie, and he lent his voice to Shadow the Hedgehog, an antagonist. The film was made on an estimated budget of $122 million, which has collected over four times the price tag.

According to Luiz Fernando’s report, Sonic the Hedgehog 3...

Joseph Kosinski has been building an impressive filmography over the last 15 years as a director. After working on videos, Kosinski would direct his first feature film in 2010, with the sequel Tron: Legacy. Though it received mixed reviews, the film's iconic soundtrack and distinctive visual layout would renew interest in the Tron franchise nearly 30 years after the Jeff Bridges original. This year, the series will continue with Tron: Ares, but Kosinski will not be directing.

The director came into prominence when he helmed Top Gun: Maverick in 2022. Continuing a career trend starting with his feature film debut, the movie was a long-awaited sequel to an '80s movie. And it was a huge success. Top Gun: Maverick received rave reviews, and grossed just under $1.5 billion, becoming the second-highest grossing movie of 2022 (losing only to James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of Water). The film also received multiple Oscar nominations, winning Best Sound.

As the format continues to gain traction, here’s our regularly-updated list of upcoming 4K Ultra HD disc releases in the UK.

Sitting alongside our list of upcoming DVD and Blu-ray releases (that you can find here), we’re also keeping a calendar for those who support the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc format. As we learn of new UK releases, we’ll add them to this list.

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Updated: A generally quiet weekend at the international box office, amid holdover play for the major studio titles and the start of staggered release for newer entries, nevertheless included another milestone for Chinese phenomenon Ne Zha 2 which has moved up to become the 5th highest-grossing movie ever worldwide.

The Ne Zha 2 total in China through Sunday, according to Maoyan, is a little over Rmb 14.86B ($2.054B using today’s exchange rate). Adding grosses in excess of $31M from markets outside China, and the global total rises to more than $2.085B. That places the animated sequel just above Star Wars: The Force Awakens ($2.071B) on the all-time global chart.

In China alone, Maoyan is projecting that NZ2 will final at Rmb 15.2B ($2.1B). Ex-China rollout continues in Indonesia on March 21 while several European releases are ahead as well as Japan.

Related: The 25 Highest-Grossing Animated Films Of All Time At The Box Office

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Movies like Uncharted, Five Nights at Freddy’s, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 have proven that video game adaptations are quite popular nowadays. Naturally, many video game developers are using this opportunity to generate more revenue out of their valuable IPs. One such developer is Blizzard Entertainment, as the studio is interested in venturing into filmmaking once again.

Blizzard is hoping to expand its IPs in a different medium (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)

Almost every developer has acknowledged the idea of making a film based on their beloved IP, except one: Rockstar Games. The Grand Theft Auto franchise has so much potential, but it seems like Take-Two Interactive will never create a movie based on the franchise. However, in the past, the CEO of Take-Two Interactive created some hype by revealing the only demand that must be fulfilled if players want to see a Grand Theft Auto movie.

Blizzard Entertainment is...

Wicked Japan Box Office: Set To Hit Its First Milestone( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Good content always wins hearts irrespective of the language and where a movie is made. For example, Wicked by Jon M Chu, which enjoys all the love and praises in Japan, oscillates between the first and second spots in the box office chart there. It has beaten the local haul of Dune with Saturday gross and is close to reaching its first significant milestone in Japan. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The film is challenging the 44th Doraemon movie and the new release, A Girl and Her Guard Dog. People are eagerly waiting for the film’s second part, which is slated to be released this year. The musical fantasy has been a huge Broadway hit since 2003. The highly talented star-studded cast also added to the film’s spectacular success. In addition, songs like Defying Gravity and Popular are already well-loved,...

A Minecraft Movie North America Box Office: Might Even Beat The Last Video-Game-Based Movie, Sonic The Hedgehog 3’s Debut Weekend Collection( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Last year, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was released in the theatres. It was also based on the popular Sonic the Hedgehog 3 & Knuckles video game, released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis. Despite being available online and in new releases, it is still running in the theatres. In April, another video game-based film, A Minecraft Movie, will be released, and it is looking to outgross the opening weekend of the Sonic 3 movie. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Sonic 3 is the third installment in the franchise, with Keanu Reeves joining as an antagonist. Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, and Idris Elba reprise their roles. It is the 10th highest-grossing film of the past year, with a collection of over $487.9 million worldwide.

A Minecraft Movie North America Box Office Projection ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Video game-based movies are being enjoyed by viewers a lot. For example, The Super Mario Bros Movie and the most recent one is Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which is still running in the theatres. Another movie based on a popular video game will be released in the theatres in April. It is Jason Momoa and Jack Black starrer A Minecraft Movie. The early projections for the opening weekend in North America are in, and it is looking pretty decent. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The fantasy adventure comedy movie has been directed by Jared Hess and is based on the 2011 video game Minecraft developed by Mojang Studios. It features Jack Black, who was also a part of the voice cast of The Super Mario Bros Movie. The 2023 flick has earned the title of the highest-grossing video game movie of...

Over the last decade, the landscape of the movie industry has changed drastically due to the rise in popularity of streaming services. Movie theaters and DVD rental stores were once the primary means to watch the latest flicks, but streaming platforms have since become the most prominent source. Streaming giants like Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Max, and Disney+ all boast over 50 million subscribers and frequently host movies that are released theatrically shortly after their theater debuts. While many consumers enjoy the convenience of streaming movies from home (or abroad), renowned filmmaker Quentin Tarantino detests the impact that streaming has caused on the movie industry. During an appearance at the Sundance Film Festival, Tarantino ripped the monopolistic hold streaming has on Hollywood.

"Well, what the f*ck is a movie now? What — something that plays in theaters for a token release for four f*cking weeks? All right, and by the...

Jack Quaid stars in the movie as Nathan Caine, a man who can’t feel pain, but is still plenty vulnerable.

If you couldn’t feel pain, but you were otherwise just as vulnerable as other people, how heroic would you feel? That’s the question faced by Jack Quaid’s character in “Novocaine,” the new movie premiering on Friday, March 14. The movie isn’t streaming on-demand yet, but we’ll give you our thoughts as to when it will be available at home below!

Key Details: “Novocaine” has been a hit with critics and preview audiences so far. The movie is being distributed by Paramount, and thus will hit Paramount+ first. An extended wait for “Novocaine” to stream seems unlikely. Sign Up $7.99+ / month paramountplus.com

“Novocaine” centers on a young man named Nathan Caine, who is diagnosed with congenital insensitivity to pain. He’s mostly a normal guy, but...

Despite A Minecraft Movie getting off on the wrong foot with a widely mocked teaser trailer, it appears the brand name of the game alone will carry it to an impressive opening weekend, which could take the pressure off Superman. Minecraft is the best-selling video game of all time, and since it debuted in 2011, it has been a cultural phenomenon. Attempts at a Minecraft film can be traced back to 2014, and after over a decade in development, A Minecraft Movie is set to open in theaters in April 2025. Despite featuring stars like Jack Black and Jason Momoa, the Minecraft property is the main attraction and appears to be gaining much interest among younger moviegoers.

Deadline is reporting that early tracking for A Minecraft Movie is projected to be a $60+ million opening weekend. A Minecraft Movie is reportedly resonating very well with men and women under 25, likely the target demographic who...

Dark Sky Films is bringing more terror to the table this coming April with writer/director Joanna Tsanis’s (Bloody Bites) The Killgrin, and we’ve got the trailer debut for ya today.

In the upcoming horror movie from Dark Sky, “After a personal tragedy, Miranda explores unconventional self-help methods, only to learn from a spiritual healer that she has an infection of her aura called a ‘Killgrin’, which thrives off her misery.

“Initially skeptical, Miranda turns to the more traditional method of group therapy, but soon unravels a terrifying truth when people close to her suffer a gruesome fate.”

The Killgrin will be released on VOD outlets at home on April 25, 2025.

Exclusively watch the official trailer below.

The cast includes Konstantina Mantelos, Cristo Fernández, Adam Tsekhman, Ramona Milano, Peter MacNeill, Gillian Fortin (Deadly Ex Next Door), Matt Murray, and Lynne Griffin

Ali Mashayekhi & Zeus Kontoyannis produced The Killgrin.

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2024 was a strange year at the box office. Things started off slowly, with February seeing Argylleflop. Things picked up in March, however, upon the release of the anticipated sci-fi sequel Dune: Part Two. The Denis Villeneuve-directed adaptation ended up grossing over $714 million, becoming the sixth-highest grossing film of the year. It was an especially good year for animation, with three of the year's top 5 movies being PG-rated animated films. This included Inside Out 2, whose $1.69 million gross made it the highest-grossing film of 2024.

Amidst all the wins, there were a series of films that did not achieve the level of box-office glory that they hoped for. Spring 2024 saw the release of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. The prequel follow-up to the $380 million hit Mad Max: Fury Road, Furiosa had high hopes, but ended up with a disappointing $174.1 million total. Even Gladiator II underperformed some projections, making $462.1 million while its direct release weekend competitor,...

Anora North America Box Office: Sees A Reasonable Hike On 21st Monday(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Anora achieves a new and amazing feat after being in the theatres for 144 days, owing to the increase in the number of screens post-Oscar wins. The film will soon arrive on its home streaming platform, and with that, it will once again witness harsh declines along with losing theatres. But it has now entered the top five highest-grosser list of Neon at the US box office. Scroll below for the deets.

It is an independent movie, and its success financially and critically means that the audience and critics are increasingly embracing authentic, bold narratives that center on underrepresented communities. Besides getting the most Oscar wins, the film has also generated substantial box office returns. It has now surpassed Neon’s Ferrari and placed in the studio’s top-grosser list.

Ferrari by Michael Mann was released...

Mufasa: The Lion King opened over the holiday season of 2024 and, unlike most movies lately, played it out in theaters to generate some legs before being sent to PVOD. It was good that Disney stuck to a longer theatrical window because even though the trades questioned its opening weekend start, the film found an audience and took it to box office heights that the Mouse House could be proud of. Now that its box-office run is wrapping up, Mufasa's next journey is upon us, and it involves a new streaming home for audiences who happened to miss it during the holidays.

Per People Magazine, Mufasa: The Lion King will hit Disney+ on Mar. 26, a few days over 3 months since the movie hit theaters on Dec. 20. The performance of the film has been exceptional, even over the weekend when it placed 8th place on the box office chart with a...

Mufasa: The Lion King will begin streaming on Disney+ on March 26 after a 96-day theatrical window.

That’s a little shorter than the 105-day window of Moana 2 to Disney+, but it’s long enough for exhibitors. Theater owners have respected Disney’s protection of a long theatrical window and provided Mufasa with premium screen holds during its play.

The prequel from Oscar winning filmmaker Barry Jenkins started slow out of the gate, filing second behind Paramount’s Sonic the Hedgehog 3 in its opening weekend, $35.4M to $60.1M. But Mufasa rebounded to No. 1 in its third and fifth weekend, and ultimately outgrossed Sonic the Hedgehog 3 both stateside, $250.4M to $235.8M, and worldwide, $712.5M to $487.8M.

While not the $1.6 billion grossing movie that the 2019 Jon Favreau rendition was, at a $200M production cost, Mufasa wound up not bleeding red ink for Disney.

The prequel explores the unlikely rise of...

There's good news for fans of Disney's The Lion King franchise. The latest photorealistic movie, Mufasa: The Lion King, will arrive on Disney+ March 26.

Both a prequel and sequel to 2019's The Lion King, the Mufasa movie stars Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Mufasa and Taka, respectively. It tells the story of a young orphaned lion cub (Mufasa) who grows up to become the king of the Pride Lands and father of Simba. The film also explores the origins of The Lion King's original villain, Scar, who is revealed to be the young lion prince and adoptive brother of Mufasa, Taka.

Mufasa: The Lion King's story takes place after Simba becomes King of the Pride Lands at the end of 2019's The Lion King film, with him and Nala having a daughter named Kiara. Simba asks his beloved sidekicks Timon and Pumbaa to watch over his daughter,...

Captain America: Brave New World North America Box Office: On Track To Beat The First Avenger ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Captain America: Brave New World has beaten the MCU debut of Cris Evans, Captain America: The First Avenger, at the worldwide box office. It is dangerously close to surpassing the Og movie and becoming the third highest-grossing film in the franchise, just like it did at the worldwide box office. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The film was directed by Julius Onah, known for films like The Girl Is in Trouble, The Cloverfield Paradox, and Luce. It is the 35th film in the MCU and part of its Phase Five. Captain America 4 is the highest-grossing film of the year and is nearing the $400 million mark at the worldwide box office. Due to a shallow narrative, the film is failing to earn collections at the box office. MCU has been facing...

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Worldwide Box Office: 11th Weekend Update ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Jeff Fowler’s action-adventure movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, refuses to leave the theatres even after over two months of release. The film is inches from its projected closing collection at the worldwide box office. It had been losing multiple theatres owing to its digital release and numerous other films in the theatres. Scroll below for the deets.

The film started with great momentum and even bested Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King but slowed down after its digital release. It is already the highest-grossing installment in the franchise, and a fourth sequel is already in development. Hollywood star Keanu Reeves joined the cast in a negative role, lending his voice to Shadow the Hedgehog. He became an instant hit with the audience, who praised his performance and enjoyed it.

Trade analyst Luiz Fernando’s box office report...

After opening with only $35 million at the box office and falling well behind Sonic the Hedgehog 3, things were looking grim for Mufasa: The Lion King, but the prequel/sequel film has managed to turn things around and found legs well beyond what anyone could have expected. Mufasa earned $1.7 million this weekend despite it being its 12th full weekend in theaters, and this small bump helped the film reach $250 million at the domestic box office. Mufasa: The Lion King, which stars Aaron Pierre and Seth Rogen, has also grossed $458 million at the international box office for a worldwide total of $708 million. The film was produced on a $200 million budget, and it has still become a major profit for Disney despite needing over $400 million to break even.

After star Timothée Chalamet narrowly missed out on winning the Best Actor Oscar — he was in a tight race with eventual winner Adrien Brody — the music biopic A Complete Unknown saw a notable decline in interest at the box office this weekend. The movie was released during the packed Christmas frame, where it competed for attention among a sea of tent poles such as Moana 2, Wicked, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Mufasa: The Lion King. But A Complete Unknown managed to find a place for itself, as it generated more than $70 million in its domestic run before being rolled out internationally. This number would’ve surely been higher had Chalamet won his first Oscar.

UK-Ireland top five Mar 7-9 RankFilm (origin)DistributorMar 7-9 grossTotalWeek 1 Mickey 17 (US) Warner Bros £2.13m £2.1m 1 2 Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy (UK-Fr-us) Universal £2.05m £40.4m 4 3 Marching Powder (UK) True Brit £1.1m £1.1m 1 4 Captain America: Brave New World (US) Disney £614,000 £16.8m 4 5 Dog Man (US) Universal £373,654 £12.5m 5

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Fantasy adventure Mickey 17 topped the UK-Ireland box office on its opening weekend, ending the three-week run atop the chart of Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy.

Mickey 17 opened to £2.1m for Warner Bros, from 668 sites at a £3,182 location average. That is the biggest opening for a...

To celebrate the release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 now available to buy and rent on digital and will be available to own on 4K Uhd SteelBook®, 4K Uhd, Blu-ray and DVD from April 14th 2025, we are giving away an awesome merch bundle including 5 inch chaos mascot Tails toy, a Sonic figurine collection and a Sonic Plush toy!

Directed by Jeff Fowler, who has directed all three films in the series, Sonic The Hedgehog 3 stars Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Krysten Ritter, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Idris Elba and Keanu Reeves, who joins the all-star cast as Shadow the Hedgehog.

Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails are back for their most epic adventure yet. The team reunites to face a new formidable foe, Shadow, a mysterious hedgehog with powers unlike anything they’ve ever seen. Team Sonic must secure an unexpected alliance if they hope to stop Shadow and save the planet.

The U.K. and Ireland box office soared in February, generating £100.7 million ($129.9 million), a notable 20% boost compared to the £83.8 million ($108.1 million) recorded in February 2024, according to Comscore. The year-to-date figures are also encouraging, tracking 15% ahead of 2024 and 21% ahead of 2023.

Universal reigned supreme, thanks to “Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy,” which delivered $49.6 million for the month, securing the title of the top-grossing film of the year so far. The latest chapter in the beloved franchise opened with a record $15.7 million, surpassing the $13.4 million debut of 2004’s “Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason.” It has also eclipsed that title’s lifetime gross of $46.4 million and is steadily approaching the totals of “Bridget Jones’s Diary” ($54.2 million) and “Bridget Jones’s Baby” ($62.1 million). The film achieved a stellar 4.5-star rating in PostTrak exit polls and an impressive 96% Total Positive score among female audiences.

At No.2 for both February and the year to date, “Captain America: Brave New World...

Keanu Reeves has bid a half-goodbye to the John Wick franchise is branching out into other territory. The star will be next seen in the comedy Good Fortune, where he will reportedly be playing the opposite of his devilish Baba Yaga character in the action film franchise. The comedy is directed by Aziz Ansari in his official directorial debut.

Ansari has written the film too and it co-stars the Parks and Recreation star along with an array of known comedic stars. Reeves reportedly gave his all for the film and was even seen pushing through the schedule with a broken knee. The first trailer of the film was reportedly screened for a few critics, who gave positive responses.

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Aziz Ansari has been in the industry for quite some time and has...

Venom: The Last Dance Ott Verdict (Week 1)( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Venom: The Last Dance left the theatres a few weeks back and was available on VOD on several digital platforms until it arrived on Netflix. Despite being the lowest-grossing film in the Venom trilogy, it is not an utter failure. The film is a box office success. It is now available to Netflix subscribers for free. They have shown their love to the lead actor, Tom Hardy, who does a commendable job as Eddie Brock/Venom. Scroll below for the deets.

Venom is part of Sony’s Spider-Man Universe and the only successful franchise in that universe. It was directed by Kelly Marcel and was one of the top ten highest-grossing films of 2024 until Sonic the Hedgehog 3 surpassed its global haul to take the 10th position. Besides Hardy, the Marvel movie also featured Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans,...

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Worldwide Box Office: Becomes Jim Carrey’s Biggest Film (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is a critical and commercial success and is now also the biggest hit in Jim Carrey’s career. The film has beaten the actor’s Bruce Almighty, which has held the record since 2003. The movie was initially projected to cross the $500 million milestone at the worldwide box office. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Jim is one of the most versatile actors in Hollywood. He established himself as a comedian known for his slapstick performances. Besides iconic comic roles, he has also achieved success in dramatic roles. Some of his notable films include The Mask, The Truman Show, and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. He has won multiple accolades in his career, including more than one Golden Globe award. According to The Numbers, his films have accumulated more than $6.2 billion worldwide.

Ne Zha 2 North America Box Office: 3rd Weekend Update(Photo Credit – YouTube)

The Chinese juggernaut, Ne Zha 2, is showing a tremendous performance at the box office in the United States. It has beaten Pokemon 3: The Movie and Demon Slayer: To The Hashira Training to achieve an interesting feat in North America. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Recently, it beat Ponyo’s US haul, and now this. This movie is changing the dynamics of Chinese cinema worldwide. Not only was it made on a modest budget, but the film’s distribution was focused in its home region, where it earned record numbers and is still doing outstandingly. The film’s spectacular visuals and narrative depth are attracting viewers. Animated movies sometimes have more emotions than live-action films. In addition, the film’s combat scenes are also among the highlights.

Ne Zha 2 is celebrated for its exceptional animation quality,...

Showtime has announced that Krysten Ritter and Neil Patrick Harris (Uncoupled) will join the cast of the Showtime original series Dexter: Resurrection. Ritter will guest star in the role of “Mia” and Harris in the role of “Lowell.”

Production for Dexter: Resurrection kicked off in January 2025 in New York and the series is set to launch in summer of 2025 on Paramount+ with Showtime. The new original drama series stars SAG and Golden Globe winner Michael C. Hall in the titular role of Dexter Morgan.

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In addition to Hall, Dexter: Resurrection will also star Uma Thurman as Charley, David Zayas as Detective Angel Batista, Jack Alcott as Dexter’s son Harrison Morgan, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine as Blessing Kamara and Kadia Saraf as Detective Claudette Wallace.

Rounding out the cast are Dominic Fumusa as Detective Melvin Oliva, Emilia Suárez as Elsa Rivera, James Remar as Dexter’s father...

Dexter: Resurrection is continuing to fill in its ranks.

Krysten Ritter has joined the cast of the Showtime series as a guest star named “Mia.” No other details about the role are being revealed.

The series, which is now in production, returns Michael C. Hall to playing Dexter Morgan, the titular role he made famous when starring in the original Dexter, which launched on Showtime in 2006 and ran for eight seasons. Dexter: Resurrection premieres this summer.

Following the Dexter: New Blood revival series, prequel Dexter: Original Sin launched last year, and released its finale last month. Original Sin became the most streamed global original series for Showtime in 10 years with its finale’s 2.68M global viewers.

When speaking to The Hollywood Reporter about the Original Sin ending, a possible season two and the future of the franchise at large, showrunner Clyde Phillips had teased of Resurrection‘s roster, “Wait until you see the cast announcements.

Alexa, play 'Don't Hold Back' and get ready to dance through some lasers, because Doctor Robotnik has officially beaten God himself. With a worldwide box office total of $485.7 million and counting, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has become Jim Carrey’s highest-grossing movie of all time, surpassing his previous record-holder, Bruce Almighty. The latest installment in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise has continued its remarkable streak of box office success, proving that Carrey’s return as the villainous and incompetent Dr. Ivo Robotnik was a massive draw for audiences, and this time, we actually got two of him. Talk about more bang for your buck.

UK-Ireland top five Feb 28-Mar 2 RankFilm (origin)DistributorFeb 28-Mar 2 grossTotalWeek 1 Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (UK-Fr-us) Universal £4.1m £36m 3 2 Captain America: Brave New World (US) Disney £1.5m £15.7m 3 3 Dog Man (US) Universal £680,363 £12.1m 4 4 The Monkey (US) Black Bear £603,000 £2.2m 2 5 The Last Showgirl (US) Picturehouse £291,598 £384,166 1

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Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy topped the UK-Ireland box office chart for a third consecutive weekend as The Last Showgirl led the openers, and Oscar films experienced a bump.

Mad About the Boy added £4.1m on its third session for Universal – a 40% drop, that brought it to just shy of £36m.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Overseas Box Office: Hits $250 Million (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is still not ready to give up at the cinemas. In the last leg of its release, the film reached a significant milestone at the international box office. It is one of the oldest 2024 releases to run in cinemas. A few days back, it crossed the worldwide haul of Venom: The Last Dance to enter 2024’s top 10 highest-grossing films list. Scroll below for the deets.

The third film in the franchise is the highest-grossing one, and sensing its box office, the makers already announced the 4th installment. Holywood’s action-star Keanu Reeves joined the franchise as an antagonist, Shadow the Hedgehog. It was directed by Jeff Fowler, and Ben Schwartz returned in the voice of Sonic the Hedgehog. The rest of the cast includes Idris Elba, Jim Carrey, and James Marsden.

Based on trade analyst Luiz Fernando’s latest report,...

Despite having debuted in December, Disney's Mufasa: The Lion King is still retaining spots in the top 10 of the box office charts. The movie opened alongside Sonic the Hedgehog 3 in a much-hyped face-off, but has long since overtaken it both domestically and worldwide. In fact, Mufasa is now available to watch at home on digital streaming platforms, but that didn't seem to stop audiences from making trips to theaters, perhaps to experience it one last time this weekend. Mufasa recently passed the $700 million mark at the global box office, and is looking to conclude its run in the next week or two.