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‘Star Wars: Episode IX’ Enlists ‘Americans’ Star Keri Russell
Well here’s one piece of Star Wars casting news that just couldn’t wait until the end of the day (thankfully!): Keri Russell is reportedly the first official newcomer to sign on for Star Wars: Episode IX, which is heading into production at the end of this month with J.J. Abrams back at the helm. It’s also a fairly major reunion, as Russell previously starred in the long-running hit series Felicity (created by Abrams) and Mission: Impossible III (directed by Abrams).
‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Casts Miles Teller as Tom Cruise’s New Protege
That was quick. Just last week it was reported that Paramount and Skydance were eyeing a trio of actors to potentially play a key role opposite Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick: Miles Teller, Glen Powell and Nicholas Hoult were all in the running for the part of Goose’s son, and it looks like the powers that be have already selected Cruise’s co-pilot.
Rian Johnson’s New ‘Star Wars’ Trilogy Might Arrive as Early as 2020
That’s a hard maybe.
Steven Spielberg’s ‘Halo’ TV Series Heads to Showtime
There have been rumblings about a TV series adaptation of Halo for several years, but Xbox’s hit video game franchise is finally coming to life thanks to Steven Spielberg and the folks at Showtime. The network seems to have immense confidence in Spielberg’s plans for the live-action series, which bypassed the typical pilot deal for an official order of a full 10-episode season.
The Best TV Shows of 2018 So Far
From ‘Atlanta’ to ‘Westworld,’ these are the best shows of the year — so far.
Lucasfilm Reportedly Puts All ‘Star Wars Story’ Spinoffs on Hold
Seems that Lucasfilm is reassessing its priorities following the underwhelming debut of Solo: A Star Wars Story. The studio has now released two spinoffs that have failed to dazzle audiences, and while neither movie is outright horrible, they aren’t exactly memorable, either. According to a new report, Lucasfilm has decided to put its future Star Wars spinoffs on hold for the time being while they focus on the franchise’s meat and potatoes.
Ewan McGregor to Play Grown-Up Danny Torrance in ‘The Shining’ Sequel
The actor will play the adult version of the kiddo ‘The Shining’ in the new horror sequel from the director of ‘Gerald’s Game’ and ‘Oculus.’
Jared Leto’s Joker Is Also Getting His Own Movie Because Why the Hell Not
Love him or hate him, Jared Leto’s Joker was certainly a very…noticeable…part of Suicide Squad. And now Gotham City’s very own juggalo clown prince of crime is getting his very own spinoff because clearly Warner Bros. has remembered just who the hell Jared Leto is and recognized that he will not tolerate being left out of that other Joker movie that may or may not actually happen. How dare they.
‘The Walking Dead’s Andrew Lincoln Rumored to Be Leaving in Season 9
Rumor has it two of the series’ biggest stars are leaving during the upcoming season.
What’s New on Amazon Prime Video: June 2018
‘The Disaster Artist,’ ‘Lady Bird’ and more heading to Amazon Prime next month.
‘BlacKkKlansman’ Trailer Teases Spike Lee’s Unbelievable Buddy Cop Comedy
Following its premiere at the Cannes film festival, the first trailer for Spike Lee’s highly-anticipated BlacKkKlansman has landed online. Starring John David Washington (son of one Mr. Denzel Washington) and Adam Driver, Lee’s latest film looks like another instant classic from the prolific director behind Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X and Summer of Sam.
First ‘Deadpool 2’ Reactions Praise Superior, Violent Sequel and an Epic Post-Credits Scene
Read critics’ early reactions to the highly-anticipated sequel.