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"Get Smart" is returning to the big screen. According to Variety magazine, Warner is working on a reboot of the spy comedy – and they've already cast a lead actor. The story centers on the bumbling agent Maxwell Smart, who works for the secret organization Control and fights against the criminal organization Kaos.

Zach Cregger will take on significantly fewer responsibilities on "Gladys" than originally planned. In an interview with the industry magazine Deadline, the director of "Weapons" confirmed that he will no longer be involved in the spin-off as a screenwriter.

"Dungeons & Dragons" fans, take note! According to Deadline, a new series titled "Ravenloft" is in the works at Netflix – and none other than Alfonso Cuarón will serve as producer. "Ravenloft" was introduced by Tracy and Laura Hickman back in 1983 and has become an integral part of "Dungeons & Dragons" over the decades. It has also spawned numerous novels, video games, and fan projects.

Two Hollywood icons are returning to the big screen together! As reported by Deadline magazine, Michael Keaton and Morgan Freeman are collaborating on the Western thriller "Rode to Ruin". Keaton will not only star in the film but also direct it.

Exciting news about the new "Star Trek" movie: In an interview with Inverse magazine, "Dungeons and Dragons" directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein revealed that the upcoming film will differ significantly from previous installments in the science fiction franchise.

Kiefer Sutherland and Jason Momoa have found their next project! As reported by the industry magazine Deadline, the two actors will star alongside Miles Teller in the conspiracy thriller "Copperhead". Details about their characters, however, are still being kept under wraps.

The planned biopic about Snoop Dogg continues to take shape. According to The Hollywood Reporter, another cast member has now been confirmed for "Snoop": Camron Jones will portray Tupac Shakur. Jones is best known for his appearances in "Shameless" and the TV adaptation of "The Purge".

The Flintstones are returning to the big screen: According to a report by the industry magazine Deadline, Warner Bros. is working on a new live-action film based on "The Flintstones". Behind the scenes, Hollywood star Ryan Gosling will serve as a producer.

Ridley Scott is back with a new science fiction film. "The Dog Stars" opens in theaters on August 28 and is already generating initial reactions even before the official review embargo. The world premiere took place on August 20 in London. Early brief reactions on social media are already giving a sense of what moviegoers can expect.

News from the "Harry Potter" series: According to Deadline magazine, "Game of Thrones" star Kit Harington has been cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in the second season. Nicholas Hoult was originally slated to play the vain wizard, but he had to leave the project due to scheduling conflicts.

"Sonic" fans, take note! Although Paramount Pictures has so far remained tight-lipped about the plot of "Sonic the Hedgehog 4", an exciting rumor is now making the rounds that is sure to grab people's attention. Part 4 is still set to hit theaters on March 19, 2027.

Strong support for Tyler Rake: Netflix has cast five new actors for "Extraction 3". According to Deadline, the ensemble is led by Pierce Brosnan, who most recently appeared in the series "MobLand", among other projects. Filming is currently underway in Australia. However, a specific release date has not yet been announced.

The "Naruto" live-action film from "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" director Destin Daniel Cretton has apparently found its first star! According to The Hollywood Reporter, Charles Melton – known for his roles in "Riverdale" and "Warfare", among others – is in talks to play the role of Kakashi Hatake.

More than ten years after "Sons of Anarchy" ended, the members of SAMCRO are returning for a new spin-off series – though not quite as initially expected. The unusual idea came from lead actor Charlie Hunnam himself.

For more than two years, rumors have been circulating about a prequel series to Zack Snyder's "300". Now it appears the project has taken a major step forward. According to insider John Rocha, the series could be released on Netflix – and Snyder himself is set to direct the pilot episode.

It is not clear after all whether Sebastian Stan will appear in "The Batman 2" as Harvey Dent, aka Two-Face. It was previously reported that he had confirmed to the French newspaper Le Journal du Dimanche that he would play the character. However, the relevant passage has now been removed from the interview published online.

For a long time, one thing in particular prevailed when it came to the next – and final – installment of the "Fast & Furious" saga: stagnation. Although Vin Diesel emphasized on several occasions that work on "Fast & Furious 11" was underway, in the end it was nothing more than hot air—until now! In an interview with Variety, the actor provided a promising update on when filming for the sequel will begin.

Disney is working on a new live-action adaptation that centers on one of the most famous characters from "Beauty and the Beast": Gaston. And as insider Jeff Sneider reports, none other than Glen Powell is being considered for the lead role.

The cast of Disney's live-action adaptation of "Tangled" continues to grow. As reported by Deadline magazine, "Outlander" star Caitríona Balfe has now been cast as Queen Arianna. Michael Gracey, who has already demonstrated his knack for large-scale musical productions with "The Greatest Showman", will direct the film.

After years of speculation and rumors, it's now official: "Kingdom Hearts" is getting a new series adaptation for Disney+. The announcement was made during the D23 event in Anaheim. To do full justice to the popular video game series, Disney says the project is being developed in close creative collaboration with Tetsuya Nomura, the creator of the "Kingdom Hearts" series.