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26.10.2023 - 22:25 / variety.com
Zack Sharf Digital News Director In an alternate universe, “Drake & Josh” star Josh Peck landed the role of Edward Cullen in “Twilight” over Robert Pattinson. At least that’s what the actor revealed on a recent episode of his “Good Guys” podcast, which featured “Twilight” actor Taylor Lautner as a guest. Lautner played the werewolf Jacob Black in the blockbuster series.
“I remember it’s like 2006? [2007]?” Peck told Lautner. “They’re like, ‘Audition for this movie, “Twilight,” it’s based on a book and it’s going to be great.’ So I send in my tape, for Edward. A month later, I’m with my manager and he goes, ‘It’s down to you and three guys, you’re close.'” Peck said he was in complete shock when his manager informed him that he was somehow a finalist to play Edward in the “Twilight” franchise.
“I’m like, ‘Really?’ I hadn’t even had a tummy tuck yet,” Peck said. “I’m like, ‘There’s no way. He’s got to be so shirtless, it’s not going to happen.’ Spoiler alert — didn’t get it… But I remember then seeing R-Patz playing this part I’m like, ‘In what fucking world were they like, okay here’s what we’re thinking: Chris Hemsworth or Stanley Tucci?’ Like what the fuck? Impossible! Impossible! So we almost worked together.” Pattinson was cast in the role of Edward opposite Lautner as Jacob and Kristen Stewart as Bella Swan.
The franchise became a cultural juggernaut across five movies that grossed a combined $3.3 billion at the worldwide box office. Variety confirmed in April that a “Twilight” television series adaptation is in very early development at Lionsgate TV. Wyck Godfrey and Erik Feig are attached as executive producers, but no writer or network were on board at the time.
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Zack Sharf Digital News Director Courteney Cox shared a personal tribute to her late “Friends” co-star Matthew Perry on Instagram alongside one of her “favorite” memories of him: an outtake from an episode of “Friends” in which Perry whispered a line for her to stay when it’s revealed that Monica is sleeping in Chandler’s bed. The clip was first released as part of the “Friends” reunion special on Max. “I am so grateful for every moment I had with you Matty and I miss you every day,” Cox wrote.
Lauren Sanchez looked stunning in a bridal minidress during her star-studded engagement party with Jeff Bezos. The celebrity couple invited some of their closest friends and family members to their exclusive party in Beverly Hills, California, which took place at the home of designer Diane Von Furstenberg.LAUREN SANCHEZ PRAISES SALMA HAYEK AND AMAL CLOONEY’S FASHION STYLELAUREN SANCHEZ WENT HEAD-TO-HEAD AGAINST KIM KARDASHIAN OVER BALENCIAGA DRESSLAUREN SANCHEZ DISCUSSES JEFF BEZOS’ ROMANTIC PROPOSALClose sources to the pair revealed to Page Six that the billionaire had a “heartfelt” speech prepared for the evening, celebrating his union with Lauren and sharing his love during an “incredible” moment.The glamorous party also included a lavish dinner, with Lauren showing off her look in Stacey Bendet’s Instagram Stories, posing for the camera and smiling while interacting with some of the guests.Among the A-List stars and celebrities in attendance, Kim and Khloé Kardashian celebrated with Lauren, as well as Kris Jenner, Salma Hayek, Oprah Winfrey, Jessica Alba, Chris Rock, Barbra Streisand, Rita Wilson, Gayle King, Robert Pattinson, Suki Waterhouse, Miranda Kerr, and more.
Daisy Edgar-Jones, ??p?? Dìrísù and Himesh Patel today joined forces along with other industry experts to decide the next BAFTA EE Rising Star award nominees. The annual award which, in the past has gone to the likes of James McAvoy, Eva Green, Juno Temple, Tom Hardy, Kristen Stewart, Jack O’Connell, Will Poulter, John Boyega, Tom Holland, Daniel Kaluuya, Letitia Wright, Micheal Ward, Bukky Bakray, and Lashana Lynch, will be dished out with the other film BAFTAs early next year.Emma Mackey was awarded the honour earlier this year.Now in its nineteenth year, it stands as the only EE BAFTA Film Awards category to be voted for by the British public, reinforcing EE’s commitment to become the UK’s most personal, customer-focused brand by providing the nation with an opportunity to have their voice heard.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director Stephen King is not a Marvel movie fan, but that didn’t stop him from expressing frustration over the “adolescent fanboys” who are taking pleasure in “The Marvels” flopping at the box office. The latest Marvel tentpole, with a reported budget in the $225 million range, is a box office disaster after opening to $47 million, the lowest start for a film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film’s global debut wasn’t much better at $68 million.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director Jacob Elordi revealed in a new interview with GQ magazine that he turned down a request to audition for Superman. While the actor did not name the specific superhero movie project, it’s likely he was referring to James Gunn’s 2025 tentpole “Superman: Legacy” as the film went through casting in the spring and summer months. David Corenswet was announced in June as Gunn’s Superman, with Rachel Brosnahan cast as Lois Lane.
More movies potentially for next year’s starved 2024 theatrical release calendar: Focus Features has taken U.S. distribution rights to Oscar-winning All Quiet on the Western Front filmmaker Edward Berger’s papal thriller Conclave. The movie’s starry cast includes Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Carlos Diehz, Lucian Msamati, Brían F. O’Byrne, Merab Ninidze, Sergio Castellitto and Isabella Rossellini.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director “The Incredible Hulk” director Louis Leterrier was the first guest on the new “Happy Sad Confused” spinoff series “Watchalong” and he got frank while discussing his 2008 comic book movie. The film, which starred Edward Norton as Bruce Banner and the Hulk, was the second movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but its critical and commercial reception nosedived compared to “Iron Man,” which opened a month before. “The Incredible Hulk” only grossed $264 million worldwide, a sharp decline from “Iron Man’s” $585 million.
Ballistic: Ecks Vs. Sever topping the list.The list compiles the worst movies based on their critics score on the website, with only films that have at least 20 reviews being eligible.Ballistic Ecks Vs. Sever starring Antonio Banderas and Lucy Liu finished in the number one spot.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director Taylor Swift‘s Eras Tour dominated the U.S. in the spring and summer, and the movie version became the highest-grossing concert film of all time this fall with over $200 million at the worldwide box office. Now the tour is getting ready to kick back off in real life as Swift performs three concerts in Buenos Aires, Argentina on Nov.
The first-ever stage adaptation of Steven Antin’s crowd-pleasing musical sensation, Burlesque, which starred Christina Aguilera, Cher, Kristen Bell and Stanley Tucci - will have its World Premiere at the Manchester Opera House next summer.
The stars are going all out for Heidi Klum‘s 2023 Halloween Party!
Christian Nodal and Cazzu became parents. They shared their pregnancy with fans, and they eagerly waited for the arrival of their first child. Now that their daughter, whose name has not been revealed is here, they have continued to share some sweet moments with their loyal followers.Following the baby’s birth in Argentina, they were quickly on the move.
Chris Hemsworth is both one of Hollywood’s favorite “Chris” stars and a beloved member of the Marvel Cinematic Universe where he plays the God of Thunder.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director David Fincher was recently asked by The Guardian about how his 1999 directorial effort “Fight Club” has become a favorite amongst incels and far-right groups for depicting disenfranchised white men coming together to rally against capitalist society. The director distanced himself from such a topic, telling the publication, “I’m not responsible for how people interpret things…Language evolves. Symbols evolve.” “Ok, fine,” Fincher replied when the Guardian writer said “Fight Club” has become a touchstone for the far right.
Three of the Cullen siblings reunited, and Twilight fans around the world are loving it!
Robert Pattinson is grabbing a coffee and running into some famous faces!
Even Josh Peck couldn’t see himself as the lead in Twilight.
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Taylor Lautner became a household name playing Jacob in the Twilight franchise, but he had to fight for the part twice. Both times he faced off against some talented actors, too!