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May 24, 2026
The Man Behind ‘Mandalorian’: How Brendan Wayne Became Pedro Pascal’s Body Double and Channeled His Grandfather, John Wayne
Pedro Pascal may be the face of bounty hunter Din Djarin in “Mandalorian and Grogu,” but there’s another actor who does much of the walking, talking and gun-slinging as the “Star Wars” character: B...
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May 23, 2026
Grizz Chapman, ’30 Rock’ Actor, Dies at 52
Actor Grizz Chapman, who played the character of the same name on NBC’s comedy series “30 Rock,” died Friday. He was 52. Chapman played a bodyguard for Tracy Morgan’s character alongside Kevin Brow...
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May 22, 2026
‘Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight’ Developer on Bringing Together Caped Crusaders From Christopher Nolan, Matt Reeves and More for the Ultimate Game
For the first time ever, you can play as Robert Pattinson’s Batman, drive around in the tank-like Tumbler from “The Dark Knight,” team up with Anne Hathaway’s Catwoman from “The Dark Knight Rises” ...
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May 22, 2026
Box Office: ‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ Makes $12 Million in Previews, Lower Than ‘Solo’
It’s time to go back to a galaxy far, far away. “Star Wars” returns to the box office for the first time in seven years with the release of “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” which has made $12 million i...
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May 22, 2026
‘Vought Rising’ Trailer: ‘The Boys’ Prequel Reveals Soldier Boy’s Bloody Origin Story Set in 1950s
“The Boys” may have ended with its fifth and final season this week, but there’s still more left to explore in the Vought Cinematic Universe. Prime Video’s prequel series, “Vought Rising,” released...
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May 20, 2026
Joaquin Phoenix on the Mental Health Crisis Hidden Inside Factory Farms
It is a common call for consumers to demand improved conditions on factory farms and in slaughterhouses—as it should be. But May invites us not to speak about animals, but another stigmatized issue...
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May 16, 2026
‘Obsession’ Director Curry Barker on His Theatrical Debut, Cutting a Darker Ending and Taking on ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Next
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for “Obsession,” now playing in theaters. Twenty-six year-old director Curry Barker started his filmmaking career by posting short-form videos on TikTo...
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May 14, 2026
‘My Adventures With Superman’ Season 3 Trailer: Cyborg Superman and Superboy Cause Chaos in Metropolis (EXCLUSIVE)
A couple of new super-faces are coming to Metropolis. Variety can exclusively reveal the first trailer for Season 3 of Adult Swim’s “My Adventures With Superman,” which introduces the evil Cyborg S...
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May 13, 2026
‘The Boys’ Star on [SPOILER]’s Tragic Death, Why He Can’t Watch His Final Episode and Dancing With Homelander Between Takes: ‘We Had to Keep It Light’
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Episode 7 of “The Boys” Season 5, now streaming on Prime Video. In a final season full of major deaths, “The Boys” killed off another main characte...
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May 13, 2026
‘Punisher: One Last Kill’ Is a Brutal Study of PTSD and Grief — and Marvel’s Most Violent Project Yet: TV Review
“Punisher: One Last Kill” is anything but. To put it plainly, Jon Bernthal’s anti-hero Punisher does a lot of killing in his Marvel Special Presentation. A whole lot. But layered into the over-the-...
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May 11, 2026
‘Mortal Kombat II’ Writer Jeremy Slater Explains All Those Fatalities, Resurrecting [SPOILER] for the Third Movie and the ‘Dozens’ of Characters He Wants for Sequels
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major spoilers for “Mortal Kombat II,” now playing in theaters. Writer Jeremy Slater grew up playing “Mortal Kombat” in his local arcade and spent hours masteri...
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May 11, 2026
Kevin Hart and Katt Williams End Their Feud at Netflix Roast: ‘B—-, This Is My Riyadh Comedy Festival’
Katt Williams was a surprise guest at Netflix’s roast of Kevin Hart, and the two comedians ended their years-long public feud — after Williams launched several jokes at Hart’s expense. “I’m surpris...
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May 8, 2026
‘Mortal Kombat 2’ Cast Guide: Who Lives, Who Dies and How They Compare to the Video Game Fighters
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major spoilers for “Mortal Kombat II,” now playing in theaters. After five years, “Mortal Kombat” is back on the big screen with a sequel to the 2021 video game...
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May 8, 2026
Box Office: ‘Mortal Kombat II’ Makes $5.2 Million in Previews
Fight! “Mortal Kombat II” is gearing up for a box office battle this weekend with last week’s champ, “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” The Warner Bros. and New Line action movie has made $5.2 million in T...
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May 8, 2026
Brendan Fraser Is ‘Doing My Best’ for ‘Mummy 4’ Training: ‘Wish Me Luck’ to ‘Get This 57-Year-Old Gear in Shape’
“The Mummy” star Brendan Fraser was in his thirties when he first became an action star with his trio of adventure movies. Now, nearly 20 years after his last outing as archaeologist Rick O’Connell...
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May 6, 2026
‘Daredevil’ Boss on Matt’s Finale Reveal, the Defenders Reunion in Season 3 and When ‘Punisher: One Last Kill’ Takes Place
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major spoilers for the Season 2 finale of “Daredevil: Born Again,” now streaming on Disney+. Daredevil is going from Hell’s Kitchen to maximum security prison. ...
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May 6, 2026
Ted Turner, TV Mogul and Philanthropist, Dies at 87
Ted Turner, the charismatic, larger-than-life figure who conquered the world of media, sports and philanthropy, has died, according to a release by Turner Enterprises obtained by CNN. He was 87. Tu...
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May 5, 2026
‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Star Nicholas Brendon’s Cause of Death Revealed
The cause of death for “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” actor Nicholas Brendon has been revealed, nearly two months after he died at 54. According to a report from the coroner’s office in Putnam County, ...
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April 29, 2026
‘Daredevil’ Star Reveals [SPOILER]’s Shocking Death Was Changed After Filming: ‘They CGI’ed Me Shooting Him in the Head’
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major spoilers for the seventh episode of “Daredevil: Born Again” Season 2, now streaming on Disney+. “Daredevil: Born Again” has killed off another major chara...
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April 27, 2026
Gerry Conway, Marvel Comics Writer Who Created Punisher, Ms. Marvel and More, Dies at 73
Gerry Conway, a writer for Marvel Comics who created the Punisher, Ms. Marvel and other famous characters, has died, Marvel announced Monday. He was 73. “Gerry Conway was a gifted writer. He was th...
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April 27, 2026
‘The Voice’ Contestant Dylan Carter Dies at 24 in Car Accident
Dylan Carter, who appeared in Season 24 of the singing competition “The Voice,” died in a car accident in South Carolina on Saturday night. He was 24. “Our family is heartbroken to hear about the p...
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April 27, 2026
Shakira Crew Member Killed in Stage Accident Setting Up for Brazil Concert
A construction worker who was helping set up for singer Shakira’s upcoming Brazil concert died in a stage accident on Sunday, concert organizers announced in a statement. Translated from Portuguese...
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April 26, 2026
NFL Draft Stars Reveal Their Favorite Football Movies and Binge Watches: ‘The Blind Side,’ ‘Love Island’ and More
When the NFL’s 2026 draft stars aren’t practicing for the upcoming season, they can be found watching reality shows like “Love Island,” thrillers like “The Night Agent” or “Breaking Bad” and even a...
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April 26, 2026
Michael Keaton Returns to Hometown Pittsburgh to Announce Steelers’ NFL Draft Pick
Michael Keaton, a longtime fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, surprised football fans when he took the stage at his hometown’s record-breaking NFL draft and announced a pick for the team. The Oscar-no...
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April 20, 2026
‘Practical Magic 2’ Trailer: Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock Return for Magical Sequel 28 Years After Original
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock are back for more magic. Warner Bros. has released the trailer for “Practical Magic 2” after it was debuted last week to attendees at CinemaCon, the annual conventi...
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April 16, 2026
Hailee Steinfeld, Rashida Jones Starring in Disney Animated Film ‘Hexed’
Hailee Steinfeld and Rashida Jones will star in Disney’s next animated movie, “Hexed,” the company revealed during its CinemaCon presentation to theater owners on Thursday. “Hexed” is a new origina...
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April 16, 2026
‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Trailer Debuts Epic African Fantasy at CinemaCon With Regina King, Chiwetel Ejiofor and More
Paramount debuted the first look at its upcoming fantasy film “Children of Blood and Bone” at CinemaCon, the annual convention for movie theater owners that’s underway in Las Vegas. The film is bas...
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April 16, 2026
‘Jackass 5’ Cracks Up CinemaCon as Trailer Debuts Steve-O’s Robot Prostate Exam, Penis Shock Collars and the Last ‘Jackass’ Movie the ‘World Will Ever See’
The “Jackass” crew is taking one last painful bow with their new movie this summer, titled “Jackass: Best and Last.” Paramount showed off the first trailer at the cringe-inducing stunt series’ fift...
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April 16, 2026
‘Top Gun 3’ Officially in the Works With Tom Cruise Returning
Tom Cruise is returning for “Top Gun 3,” Paramount announced during its CinemaCon presentation in Las Vegas, as is producer Jerry Bruckheimer. The sequel to director Joseph Kosinski’s 2022 blockbus...
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April 16, 2026
‘Highlander’ First Footage Unveils Henry Cavill’s ‘John Wick’-Esque Action, Rave Fight Scene and Immortal Killers
Henry Cavill’s “Highlander” reboot got a first look during Amazon MGM’s presentation at CinemaCon, the annual convention for movie theaters owners that’s underway in Las Vegas. Filming is still und...
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