The latest news on film & series
- Stepsisters: Live-action film about Cinderella's stepsisters in the worksThe new trailer for "Moana" with Dwayne Johnson has just been released, and now the next live-action film is already in the starting blocks. As Deadline reports, a project entitled "Stepsisters" is currently in development, which is set to focus on Cinderella's stepsisters.
- 13 Going on 30 Reboot in the Works at NetflixOne of the cult comedies of the 2000s is getting a remake! As Deadline reports, a reboot of "13 Going on 30" is in the works at Netflix – and Jennifer Garner is also back on board! However, she is not returning as an actress as hoped, but is taking on a central role behind the scenes as executive producer.
- Kill Bill meets Evil Dead: Our META review of They Will Kill You"Deadpool" star Zazie Beetz is back – and this time it's going to get really gory! In "They Will Kill You", director Kirill Sokolov takes us to a posh New York hotel, behind whose chic façade a real nightmare lurks. The result: plenty of action! Find out now in our KinoCheck META review whether this wild ride is worth it and what the international press thinks of it all.
- Kirsten Dunst cast in The Housemaid 2News on the sequel "The Housemaid 2": Following last week's announcement that filming had begun, there are now updates on the cast. As reported by Deadline, "Spider-Man" star Kirsten Dunst has been cast in one of the lead roles. The plot of "The Housemaid 2" is said to follow closely the 2023 novel "The Housemaid's Secret".
- John Wick Spin-off: Update on Donnie Yen's Caine FilmA new "John Wick" spin-off is on the way! Before "John Wick 5", we can expect a movie about Donnie Yen's character Caine. The project focusing on the fan-favorite from the fourth installment of the action saga has been in development for quite some time. Now, production is about to take a major step forward.
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More current news
- The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past – new film revealed by Peter Jackson & Stephen ColbertWith "The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past," the fantasy film series is being expanded with a new adventure. Particularly surprising: the idea comes from late-night host Stephen Colbert. Together with "Lord of the Rings" director Peter Jackson, he has revealed the plans for the new film. Details about the story are already available.
- Mahershala Ali in Task Season 2: Moonlight Star Cast in HBO Show Alongside Mark RuffaloThe crime thriller "Task" is heading into its next round! A second season has already been officially confirmed for the HBO production, which was originally planned as a miniseries. Now the next big step has been taken and a new lead actor has been found. The industry portal Variety reports that "Moonlight" star Mahershala Ali will appear alongside Mark Ruffalo.
- Harry Potter Series: First Trailer Apparently Releases Tomorrow – New Image from the HBO Show RevealedA brand new image from the "Harry Potter" series! A first look at the HBO series was shared on social media. At the same time, something was cryptically announced for tomorrow, March 25. Could the first "Harry Potter" teaser or trailer be waiting for us here?
- New Punisher film One Last Kill: Title and release date confirmedThe Punisher will soon be back in a new solo adventure. The film's title and release date have now been announced. Jon Bernthal will reprise his role as the Marvel anti-hero in "The Punisher: One Last Kill." But he's not just starring.
- Wonder Man Season 2 confirmedGood news for fans of "Wonder Man": industry magazine The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that a second season of the acclaimed MCU series is in the works. This makes "Wonder Man" the third series after "Loki" and "Daredevil: Born Again" to receive a sequel.
- Star Trek: Starfleet Academy canceled – no new series in sightAfter its second season, "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" is coming to an end. There will be no further episodes of the science fiction series. This may also mark the temporary end of the "Star Trek" franchise. For the first time in years, not a single new "Star Trek" series is in sight.
- The Wheel of Time: New film and TV series projects in the pipelineAfter Amazon Prime Video canceled the series "The Wheel of Time" after the third season last year, there was initially great uncertainty among fans as to what would happen next with the fantasy franchise. Now there is good news: As Variety magazine reports, a number of new film and series projects are planned.
- New Moana Trailer Reveals Dwayne Johnson as Demigod MauiThe first trailer for the "Moana" live-action movie is here! And the trailer delivers exactly what the first teaser didn't: we finally get a proper look at Dwayne Johnson as the demigod Maui. Disney also presents the first poster for the adaptation.
- Quentin Tarantino and Sylvester Stallone are filming a gangster seriesMaster director Quentin Tarantino has finally found his new project – though it's not quite what everyone expected. It's not his eagerly awaited tenth film, but a gangster series. According to TMZ, he's even brought Sylvester Stallone on board for the project. Initial reports suggest the six-part miniseries will be set in the 1930s and filmed entirely in black and white.
- Buffy star Nicholas Brendon is dead: Sarah Michelle Gellar & Co. react with statementsNicholas Brendon has died at the age of 54. He was known worldwide for his role as Xander Harris in the TV series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Several of his "Buffy" co-stars have released statements in response to the actor's death.
- Spider-Man Brand New Day: What the record-breaking trailer reveals about the new Spider-Man movieRecord-breaking: "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" now boasts the most successful trailer of all time. It's also generating a lot of discussion – and questions. Is Sadie Sink already appearing in the trailer as Jean Grey? Has another X-Men member sneaked in unnoticed? And who are all of Spider-Man's villains? We'll get to the bottom of these questions and speculations.
- The Conjuring star joins the cast of The Last of Us Season 3The successful series "The Last of Us" is apparently coming to an end with season 3. As the story of the second game is very complex, it was split into two parts for the TV production in order to properly reflect the striking change of perspective in the original. One character in particular is of central importance to the plot: Abby's father. And according to Deadline, "Conjuring" star Patrick Wilson has now been cast to play him.
- Minecraft Movie 2: Spider-Man Star Kirsten Dunst Cast in Major RoleThe "Minecraft Movie" sequel has finally cast a central character! After the huge success of the first film, it quickly became clear: "A Minecraft Movie 2" is coming! Now the industry portal Deadline reports that "Spider-Man" star Kirsten Dunst has been cast. She will take on a character known from the game.
- Film star Chuck Norris has diedChuck Norris has died at the age of 86. He became famous worldwide as a martial arts star and action hero. The actor's family posted a message on Instagram, accompanying a black-and-white photo of Norris with moving words.
- The hit game Payday is set to be adapted for film and televisionThe next video game adaptation is just around the corner: according to Collider, Vice Studios has entered into a strategic partnership with Starbreeze Entertainment to secure the worldwide film and television rights to the hit game "Payday". However, it is not yet known whether we can expect a movie or a series.
- What Happens at Night: First image of Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence in Martin Scorsese's new filmWith "What Happens at Night", legendary director Martin Scorsese is currently shooting his latest film project in Prague. In the leading roles: Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence! A first picture of the two characters has now been released.
- Insider Report: Tom Cruise Eyed for New Miami Vice MovieIs a major casting surprise brewing for the new "Miami Vice" movie? According to Hollywood insider Daniel Richtman, superstar Tom Cruise is being considered for the reboot from "Top Gun: Maverick" director Joseph Kosinski. However, he is not expected to take on either of the two cop roles.