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February 24, 2026
Michelle Obama, Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show Win on Night 1 of NAACP Image Awards’ Virtual Pre-Show
The 57th NAACP Image Awards week kicked off Monday with former first lady Michelle Obama and rapper Kendrick Lamar winning two of the early prizes. Obama’s latest book, “The Look” — which explored ...
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February 23, 2026
Tom Hanks to Play Abraham Lincoln in ‘Lincoln in the Bardo’ Movie Adaptation
Oscar-winner Tom Hanks is set to portray President Abraham Lincoln in the upcoming film adaptation of “Lincoln in the Bardo” from Starburns Industries. In addition to starring as the 16th U.S. Pres...
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February 21, 2026
‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem 2’ Moves to August 2027
Turtle brothers Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo’s next big screen adventure will crash into theaters a little sooner than previously scheduled. The new “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” ...
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February 19, 2026
Steven Spielberg Joins SXSW Lineup for Keynote Conversation
Steven Spielberg is heading to Austin, Texas, for this year’s South by Southwest as a keynote speaker for the festival’s landmark 40th anniversary. At SXSW, the storied filmmaker will discuss his l...
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February 17, 2026
Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners,’ Dwayne Johnson, Angela Bassett Saluted at ABFF Honors: ‘Our Stories Are Not Trends, They’re Truths’
The American Black Film Festival was a key step in Ryan Coogler’s journey to become an Academy Award-nominated filmmaker. It also gave him a leg up in wooing his future wife and producing partner Z...
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February 17, 2026
Colman Domingo to Receive President’s Award at NAACP Image Awards
Emmy winner and Oscar and Tony nominee Colman Domingo will be presented with the President’s Award at this year’s NAACP Image Awards. Domingo — who won the Emmy for his work on HBO’s “Euphoria” and...
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February 14, 2026
Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan Sundance Drama ‘Josephine’ Sells to Sumerian Pictures in Seven-Figure Deal
“Josephine,” a psychological thriller starring Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan and newcomer Mason Reeves, has sold to Sumerian Pictures in a competitive seven-figure deal. Sumerian, which was founded by...
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February 13, 2026
New ‘Charlie’s Angels’ Movie in the Works at Sony
A new trio of crime fighters might soon utter the trademark greeting “Good morning, Charlie,” on the big screens. Sony Pictures is in early development on a new feature version of “Charlie’s Angels...
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February 13, 2026
Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi on Embracing Emerald Fennell’s Provocative Vision for ‘Wuthering Heights’: ‘I Would Follow Her Anywhere’
The lore of why Emerald Fennell decided to adapt “Wuthering Heights” for the big screen is almost as well-worn as the copy of Emily Brontë’s 1847 novel that the Oscar-winning filmmaker has read a h...
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February 11, 2026
Kenan Thompson and Lamorne Morris to Star in Action Comedy Movie ‘Unwanted,’ Based on the Hit QCode Podcast (EXCLUSIVE)
Kenan Thompson and Lamorne Morris are teaming up for a new action comedy, based on the popular QCode podcast “Unwanted.” Morris and his longtime creative partner, Kyle Shevrin, wrote and directed t...
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February 10, 2026
‘The Mummy 4’ With Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz Gets May 2028 Release Date
Academy Award winners Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are officially returning for a fourth installment of the blockbuster franchise, “The Mummy.” Universal Pictures has dated the movie for a wide ...
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February 6, 2026
Teyana Taylor’s Directorial Debut ‘Get Lite’ Set for Spring 2027 at Paramount
Paramount has set Teyana Taylor’s feature directorial debut, “Get Lite,” for a theatrical release next spring. The film, which will be released wide on April 9, 2027, follows a talented, but shelte...
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February 5, 2026
Kerry Washington to Star in and Executive Produce Jaume Collet-Serra’s ‘An Innocent Girl’ for Netflix (EXCLUSIVE)
Kerry Washington is set to executive produce and star in “An Innocent Girl,” Jaume Collet-Serra’s next film for Netflix. James Marsden and Chloe East co-star in the psychological thriller, about a ...
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January 29, 2026
A$AP Rocky to Receive Vanguard Award for Fashion at NAACP Image Awards
A$AP Rocky is set receive the NAACP Image Awards’ Vanguard Award for Fashion, solidifying the multihyphenate artist’s status as the ultimate “fashion killa.” The award salutes the Grammy-nominated ...
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January 28, 2026
‘Union Country’: Will Poulter on Dropping His British Accent, Throwing Mulch With Noah Centineo and Bonding With a Real-Life Drug Recovery Therapist
When Will Poulter’s agents sent him the script for “Union County” and writer-director Adam Meeks’ accompanying 2020 short film, he was struck by the filmmaker’s approach to telling a recovery story...
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January 27, 2026
‘Hunger Games’ Producers Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson Join ‘Dirty Dancing’ Sequel Starring Jennifer Grey
The long-awaited “Dirty Dancing” sequel, with star Jennifer Grey returning as Frances “Baby” Houseman, will soon mambo its way into movie theaters. Lionsgate has tapped “The Hunger Games” and “Craz...
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January 25, 2026
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, on Backing the Sundance Doc ‘Cookie Queens’ and What Being a Girl Scout Taught Her About Business
What’s Meghan, Duchess of Sussex’s, favorite Girl Scout cookie? “Isn’t everyone’s Thin Mints?” Meghan says over Zoom, her eyes glimmering conspiratorially as she adds: “I prefer them crumbled on to...
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January 23, 2026
Hulu Acquires Amy DuBois Barnett’s Debut Novel ‘If I Ruled the World’ With Lee Daniels Co-Writing Pilot (EXCLUSIVE)
Hulu has landed the rights to pioneering media executive Amy DuBois Barnett’s debut novel, “If I Ruled the World,” to adapt into a hour-long drama series. “If I Ruled the World” is inspired by Barn...
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January 22, 2026
How Growing Up at Sundance and Around Robert Redford Taught Me That Art Could Shape Culture
I can’t believe we are about to embark on our last Sundance in Utah. Before Covid, I attended the festival every year of my life. Sundance — and Robert Redford — were more than inspirations for my ...
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January 21, 2026
Uma Thurman, Sarah Shahi, Clifton Collins Jr. and More Return for ‘Red, White & Royal Wedding’
The guest list is set for a “Red, White & Royal Wedding.” Uma Thurman, Sarah Shahi, Rachel Hilson, Ellie Bamber and Clifton Collins Jr. are among the returning cast for the sequel to Amazon MGM...
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January 17, 2026
Mike Flanagan’s ‘The Exorcist’ Gets Spring 2027 Release Date; Scarlett Johansson and ‘Hamnet’ Breakout Jacobi Jupe to Star
There’s an exorcism scheduled at the box office for spring 2027. Mike Flanagan’s “The Exorcist” movie, starring Oscar nominee Scarlett Johansson and “Hamnet” breakout Jacobi Jupe, is dated for Marc...
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January 16, 2026
Oscar Winner Tom McCarthy Sets Next Film at Sony Pictures Classics
Oscar-winning filmmaker Tom McCarthy’s (“Spotlight”) next movie has landed with Sony Pictures Classics. The yet-to-be-titled film is set to begin production at the end of February and is dedicated ...
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January 16, 2026
Judd Apatow and Glen Powell’s Country Music Comedy Gets 2027 Release Date
Judd Apatow and Glen Powell’s forthcoming country music comedy will hit theaters on February 5, 2027, Universal announced Friday. The film, about a country western star in free fall, is set to star...
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January 16, 2026
J.J. Abrams’ New Movie ‘The Great Beyond,’ ‘The Conjuring: First Communion’ and More Set Release Dates
J.J. Abrams’ next movie is coming to Imax theaters this fall, Warner Bros. announced Friday. The film, starring Glen Powell and Jenna Ortega, is officially titled “The Great Beyond” and will launch...
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January 15, 2026
Sundance Institute Names David Linde as CEO
David Linde, former Participant CEO and Universal Pictures chairman, has been named CEO at the Sundance Institute, where he’ll lead all areas of the nonprofit organization and film festival, which ...
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January 15, 2026
Entertainment 360 Promotes 5 to Manager in Literary and Talent Divisions (EXCLUSIVE)
Artist management and production company Entertainment 360 has promoted Nicola Chomiak, Yang Fei, Erica Kennedy, Jonah Koppelman and Dustin Rios from assistant to manager. All five are based in the...
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January 14, 2026
Gracie Abrams to Make Acting Debut in ‘Babygirl’ Director Halina Reijn’s New A24 Movie
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams is set to make her acting debut in “Babygirl” director Halina Reijn’s latest movie for A24. Reijn will write and direct the project, titled “Please,...
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January 14, 2026
Veteran Publicist Christa Dallas Joins Narrative as Vice President
Veteran publicist Christa Dallas has joined Narrative as vice president, with clients including EGOT winners Viola Davis and Jennifer Hudson following her. Dallas joins the firm, founded in 2017 by...
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January 13, 2026
Zoe Saldaña Becomes Highest-Grossing Actor of All Time With ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’
Academy Award winner Zoe Saldaña is officially the highest-grossing actor of all time, thanks to “Avatar: Fire and Ash.” Saldaña has starred in the three highest-grossing films of all time — 2009’s...
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January 12, 2026
Wagner Moura Makes Golden Globes History as First Brazilian Actor to Win Best Actor in a Drama Film
“The Secret Agent” star Wagner Moura won the Golden Globe for best actor in a drama at Sunday night’s star-studded awards ceremony, making history as the first Brazilian actor to ever win in this c...
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