A major "Star Wars" event has taken place over the past few days: The "Star Wars Celebration 2025" in Japan. There was a lot of news about the upcoming productions in the franchise. In this article, we would like to give you an overview of all the highlights and announcements.

Following the overwhelming success of video game adaptations such as "A Minecraft Movie" and the HBO series "The Last of Us", Universal now wants to step on the gas itself – in the truest sense of the word. The studio is planning a live-action film adaptation of Sega's legendary arcade racing game "OutRun". The film will be directed by none other than action specialist Michael Bay, while Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney is involved as a producer.

The film series about Sonic the Hedgehog has become a real box office hit for Paramount Pictures. The first three parts alone have grossed over a billion dollars worldwide, and the fourth part has already been announced for March 19, 2027. According to a recent report by The Wrap, the studio is planning to massively expand the "Sonic" universe – with several spin-offs and possibly new series.

Sam Neill will once again have to deal with monsters: This time, though, the "Jurassic Park" star won't have to deal with dinosaurs, but will face even bigger creatures. As revealed, for example, by The Hollywood Reporter, the studio Legendary has cast Neill for "Godzilla x Kong 3".

Dexter is back! Fans can expect new episodes of the popular serial killer series this year. The industry portal Vanity Fair has now provided some first insights into "Dexter: Resurrection".

The "Killer Klowns From Outer Space" are returning – at least according to business insider TheInsneider. According to the report, a remake of the sci-fi horror comedy from the 80s is in the pipeline. The film is to be produced by none other than Hollywood superstar Ryan Gosling!

Now that Tom Cruise will soon be seen in "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning", the actor's next project awaits us next year. According to the industry portal Deadline, "House of the Dragon" star Emma D'Arcy has now been signed up for a role in his next film.

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice? A new film in the popular series is in the pipeline. In an interview with the industry magazine Deadline, Warner Bros. bosses Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy spoke about making another sequel. And they sounded overly confident.

It's finally official: the casting of the first six actors for the "Harry Potter" series has now been confirmed by HBO. Among them are the actors for Professor Severus Snape and Professor McGonagall. There are also two new cast members for whom nothing had previously been leaked to the public.

Horror fans can expect a new installment of the "I Know What You Did Last Summer" series in cinemas this year. The entertainment magazine People has now published fresh images of the slasher sequel – including Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr.!

After "A Minecraft Movie" is currently a huge box office hit, Hollywood is continuing its course towards successful video game adaptations: Paramount has officially confirmed "The Angry Birds Movie 3" – and it finally has a release date!

Following the sensational success of the British drama series "Adolescence" on Netflix, there are increasing signs of a possible second season. According to a report by Deadline, the production company Plan B Entertainment, founded by Brad Pitt, is in initial talks with director Philip Barantini about a continuation of the series.

There's news for fans of "I Am Legend": Will Smith chatted about the upcoming sequel to the post-apocalyptic film in an episode of the Drink Champs podcast. In the process, he shared some details about the character of "Black Panther" star Michael B. Jordan.

With the live-action film adaptation of the popular trading card game "Magic: The Gathering", we could possibly be in for the start of a major new fantasy franchise. It has now been revealed via Deadline that Matt Johnson is to direct the blockbuster.

"The Last of Us" continues: shortly before the start of the second season of the post-apocalyptic drama, US broadcaster HBO has officially commissioned the third season of the series. This is not surprising, as the game adaptation has been a huge success so far – with both critics and fans.

Another adventure on Arrakis is on its way – and of course fans are right to wonder which stars will join Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya in "Dune 3". According to the industry magazine Deadline, Robert Pattinson is now being considered for the role of the antagonist.

"A Minecraft Movie" is currently on everyone's lips. Its success at the box office has exceeded even the wildest expectations. So it's no wonder that there is already talk of a possible sequel. Director Jared Hess has now spoken about this in an interview with the industry portal Deadline.

Horror fans listen up! With "Him", the new film from producer Jordan Peele is just around the corner. And a first trailer is already close to being released.

New rumor about a cult classic: According to The InSneider, the 80s martial arts film "Bloodsport" could get a remake – produced by the renowned film studio A24.

New rumors from the world of Panem: Next year we can expect the film "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping". Now there are fresh rumors about the casting of the characters in the new prequel.

Following the announcement of the impressive list of 27 cast members for "Avengers 5: Doomsday", anticipation is noticeably growing among fans. Every detail about the cast is being followed with great interest – especially when it comes to Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom. Now a picture has generated buzz, as it apparently reveals the character's look.

Fans of "Death Stranding" are very likely to be in for a double treat. Not only can we expect the game sequel "Death Stranding 2: On the Beach" this year, but a live-action film is also being planned. The director has now been found.