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Fast and Furious franchise.The Aquaman actor is set to star opposite Vin Diesel in Fast X, directed by Louis Leterrier, which will be released in 2023.“I’ve never played a character that’s, what’s the word — he’s evil and quirky and androgynous,” Momoa told Entertainment Tonight. “He’s very sadistic and fun. It’s very bizarre.”Momoa said he would be playing an antagonist in the forthcoming film, while keeping more specific details under wraps.“I haven’t played a villain in a very long time,” he added.Earlier this year, the actor described his character as “a very flamboyant bad boy” while he was still in negotiations to join the franchise.Justin Lin, who directed five films in the Fast and Furious franchise, stepped down as director of Fast X shortly after production had started earlier this year.Long-term stars Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges and Sung Kang are also returning for the next film.Charlize Theron, who first appeared in the The Fate of the Furious, and then returned for F9, is also expected to be back.Reviewing the last Fast & Furious film, NME said: “It all accelerates towards a genuinely thrilling finale that pivots between full-throttle action and intense sentimentality, making Fast & Furious 9 feel a bit like a bear hug from your gruff older brother after you’ve nearly chucked up on a roller coaster.“Like so many things in the F&F franchise, it shouldn’t work but somehow does.

Fargo has rounded out the main cast of its upcoming fifth installment, with Joe Keery (Stranger Things, Free Guy), Lamorne Morris (New Girl, Barbershop: The Next Cut) and Richa Moorjani (Never Have I Ever) joining the previously announced Juno Temple, Jon Hamm and Jennifer Jason Leigh.

Michelle Rodriguez is a veteran of the “Fast & Furious” franchise. She’s been playing the role of Letty Rodriguez for the past 20 years. When seasoned franchise director Justin Lin walked out of production due to a disagreement with lead star Vin Diesel, the franchise was left in a bad place.

film, which is set for a theatrical release in 2023, James Gunn is also behind the series’ upcoming holiday special starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Karen Gillan and Pom Klementieff. While speaking with ET’s Matt Cohen backstage at San Diego Comic-Con 2022, the filmmaker teased what’s to come from the Disney+ special, which will take place between the events of and . “The Christmas special comes out this Christmas,” Gunn says. “We get all the holiday goodness that you would expect from a Christmas special with very little understanding of what Christmas actually is because they are in outer space.”  Klementieff, who will reprise her role as Mantis alongside the other characters, added that “it’s gonna be very funny and very cute, too.” The special, meanwhile, is just one of the many potential spinoffs or projects that Klementieff and Gillan are open to doing with Gunn if it means they get to reprise their roles. “Whatever James Gunn is a part of, I wanna be in it.

For many Marvel fans, the worst news to come out if this year’s Comic-Con was James Gunn‘s confirmation that “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” would bring a close to the director’s trilogy of sci-fi hijinks.

2022 San Diego Comic-Con did not disappoint. Including a number of new updates on upcoming projects in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, president Kevin Feige shared the first official look at . Written and directed by James Gunn, the latest installment in the series stars Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff while also welcoming Elizabeth Debicki, Sylvester Stallone, Will Poulter, Maria Bakalova and Nico Santos to the franchise.Gunn took the stage with Feige, reminiscing about pitching him the original concept a decade ago, nearly to the day.«It's been a good 10 years, Feige praised, before Gunn confirmed that „this is the end of that story,“ seemingly confirming this is the final film in the saga.The first look at the threequel — set to hit theaters on May 5, 2023 -- shows the return of Gamora (Saldana), as well as a younger version of Rocket Raccoon (Cooper), hinting that we'll be exploring his backstory.

As Marvel Studios forges ahead with phase four of its interconnected series of films and TV, Disney+ is reaping the benefits. This year alone, the platform has already seen the release of “Moon Knight” and “Ms.

Fast X is amping up the action. For star Michelle Rodriguez, it's an accomplishment that always manages to blow her mind with every subsequent blockbuster.Rodriguez spoke with ET's Matt Cohen at San Diego Comic-Con on Thursday, while promoting her upcoming big-screen adaptation of , and she reflected on the hotly anticipated 10th installment in the saga.«I just count my blessings, bro,» Rodriguez, 44, says of getting to take part in the wild universe. «Like, who'd ever thought [we could do even more] after 10 movies...  it never ceases to amaze me.»«And we're always trying to top each other, top the last one, I just don't know how we keep doing it,» she adds.

Brad Pitt showed off his legs at the  premiere in Berlin, Germany, on Tuesday, opting for a knee-length skirt look on the red carpet. The famed actor paired a matching brown cardigan and skirt with a salmon-colored button-up shirt and finished the look with combat boots. Pitt's eye-catching ensemble also featured tortoise-shell sunglasses and his signature, long chains.  The 58-year-old actor's breezy outfit puts him on the growing list of male celebs rocking skirts and dresses on the red carpet.

Fast & Furious actor.“The first time was seven hours late, I sat around. Then I think it was four hours, and then two hours.

Cat Burns and Sam Smith brought their new single ‘Go’ to The Late Late Show With James Corden last week – check out the performance below.‘Go’ reached Number Two in the UK singles chart upon its release earlier this year, and the pair came together for a live performance of the track as part of Corden’s London residency of his late-night show.As part of the week-long residency last week, broadcasting from Freemasons’ Hall in London, other guests included President Joe Biden, Vin Diesel (Fast And Furious), Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Ed Sheeran, Jamie Dornan (Belfast), John Boyega (Star Wars), David Harbour (Stranger Things), Alanis Morissette, Sam Smith and Tessa Thompson (Thor: Love and Thunder, Westworld).Watch Cat Burns and Sam Smith perform ‘Go’ on the show below.Corden announced his decision to leave The Late Late Show back in April this year, revealing later that he will return to the UK from Los Angeles when the show ends in early 2023.“This will be my last year hosting the show,” Corden said in a statement at the time. “When I started this journey, it was always going to be just that.

James Corden is bringing The Late Late Show back to the UK in just a few days and we can’t wait for his return. The popular chat-show will feature Carpool Karaoke with Lizzo and studio guests including Ed Sheeran and Billie Eilish. The late night American talk show will see host James filming episodes from the Freemasons’ Hall in London, which will be broadcast from June 28 to July 1.

The Late Late Show With James Corden has announced a star-studded line-up for its upcoming week of UK-based episodes.Broadcasting from Freemasons’ Hall in London, the new batch of special episodes will air on Sky Comedy from Tuesday, June 28 to Friday, July 1.The esteemed guests appearing on the show include President Joe Biden, Vin Diesel (Fast And Furious), Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Ed Sheeran, Jamie Dornan (Belfast), John Boyega (Star Wars), David Harbour (Stranger Things), Alanis Morissette, Sam Smith and Tessa Thompson (Thor: Love and Thunder, Westworld).A description for one of the episodes reads: “James Corden immerses himself into the heart of American politics in his most prestigious ‘Take a Break’ segment yet when he fills in as the assistant to President of the United States Joe Biden, among other important duties.”While appearing as a guest on the show, Lizzo will also feature in a new addition of Carpool Karaoke.The upcoming episodes will mark Corden’s final season as the show’s host, with the presenter previously confirming that he’ll return to the UK full-time once he finishes in spring 2023 [via Variety].Corden first announced his decision to leave the chat show back in April this year.“This will be my last year hosting the show,” he said in a statement at the time. “When I started this journey, it was always going to be just that.

James Corden is heading back to London.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large“The Late Late Show with James Corden” will head to London next week with episodes featuring guests including President Joe Biden, Vin Diesel, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran and a Carpool Karaoke featuring Lizzo.Also scheduled: John Boyega, Jamie Dornan, David Harbour, Alanis Morissette, Sam Smith and Tessa Thompson. This marks the first time “The Late Late Show” has been in London since 2019 (due to the pandemic), and its fourth trip there overall. But it’s also the show’s final trip to Blighty before Corden ends his late night run next spring.

Fast & Furious actor, who died in a car crash in 2013, will be one of three posthumous stars to receive the honour, alongside Academy Award nominated actor Juanita Moore and singer Jenni Rivera.“The panel thoughtfully selected these talented individuals, and we can’t wait to celebrate them as they become part of Hollywood’s history with the unveiling of their star on the world’s most famous walkway,” Ellen K, Chair of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce’s Walk of Fame selection panel, said.Walker’s Fast co-star Ludacris will also be receiving a star as part of the 2023 class. The pair starred alongside each other in four films in the franchise before Walkers untimely death: 2 Fast 2 Furious, Fast Five, Furious 6 and Fast & Furious 7.“Hey Momma, Your Son Is Being Selected To Receive a STAR on the Hollywood Walk of Fame In 2023.

Nico Santos, from “Crazy Rich Asians” and “Superstore,” will star in Marvel Studios’ “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” in an unspecified role.Stantos joins an already sprawling ensemble, including the returning cast Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Sean Gunn, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Sylvester Stallone and Elizabeth Debicki, as well as new stars Will Poulter, Chukwudi Iwuji, Maria Bakalova and Daniela Melchior.Writer-director James Gunn recently wrapped production on the film, which is currently scheduled to debut on May 5, 2023.

EXCLUSIVE: Crazy Rich Asians and Superstore actor Nico Santos is the latest name we can reveal to be in Marvel’s recently wrapped Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3.

One Punch Man.As Deadline reports, the upcoming film looks to kick off a potential franchise. A cast and release date have yet to be announced.One Punch Man follows the adventures of Saitama, a superhero who is able to defeat anyone with a single punch and seeks a worthy opponent.

Angelique Jackson Lamorne Morris has signed with CAA for representation.Best known for starring as Winston on the hit Fox comedy “New Girl” opposite Zooey Deschanel, Morris currently leads the hybrid live-action and animated series “Woke.” The second season of the Hulu series premiered in April and followed the aftermath of Morris’ cartoonist character Keef Knight being thrust into the spotlight after standing up against the white police officer who had racially profiled and assaulted him in the series premiere. The eight new episodes explored how Keef, an apolitical artist-turned-activist, grappled with the responsibility of gaining a following.“The question for Keef this season is, what else can you do? Are you a one-trick pony?” Morris told Variety TV business writer Jennifer Maas ahead of the season’s launch.

Borat 2 star Maria Bakalova has joined the cast of Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3.Character details are yet to be revealed but Deadline reports that the actress will play a “key role” in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film.Director James Gunn took to Twitter to confirm the casting, writing: “Yes yes yes, okay, I guess I should be surprised it took you guys this long to get this one.

Dwayne Johnson just gave his mom, Ata Johnson, the best surprise. In a set of videos, The Rock captured his mom’s reaction over her new home, walking her through some of the home’s most important rooms.Fast and Furious: Why Dwayne Johnson accused Vin Diesel of ‘manipulation’Dwayne Johnson’s daughter reveals her wrestling name and the inspiration behind itA post shared by therock (@therock)In the first video, The Rock shows his mom her new home.

last week was reported to be joining the cast of “Guardians Vol. 3” as well.

EXCLUSIVE: Oscar nominee Maria Bakalova (Borat Subsequent Moviefilm) has joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe with a key role in Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3, we can reveal.

“[Daniela] is one of my favorite people & actors around, & I hope this is just the second of many projects we’ll work on together,” Gunn said in a tweet confirming the appearance. Melchior’s role is still under wraps, though it is one of many that she has lined up following “The Suicide Squad.” She is also set to star alongside Henry Golding, Noomi Rapace and Sam Neill in the spy action film “Assassin Club” and in the next “Fast & Furious” film “Fast X.”Production on “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.

EXCLUSIVE: The Suicide Squad breakout Daniela Melchior will have a small role in Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3, we can confirm.

Fast X has only gone and signed up the legend that is Rita Moreno for a role. One of the last remaining faces from Hollywood's Golden Age, the Puerto Rican starred in iconic films like the original West Side Story (as well as Steven Spielberg's remake), The King and I and Singin' in the Rain.

announced the news Tuesday in an Instagram video, sitting between 90-year-old Moreno and co-star Michelle Rodriguez, 43.“It’s been my dream forever to work with Rita Moreno, and the fact that she’s here playing my grandmother makes my soul smile,” Diesel said of the “West Side Story” legend, who will play the grandma of Diesel’s character, Dominic Toretto. “I’m so blessed.”Moreno gladly accepted the role.“You know what? I think I was getting … I think my old age was waiting for you to invite me.

Sasha Urban editorWith Mjölnir in hand and some friends by his side, Thor is returning to the big screen in “Thor: Love and Thunder,” coming to theaters on July 8. The full trailer dropped during Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, revealing a first look at Christian Bale as the film’s villain Gorr the God Butcher.The Taika Waititi-directed Marvel film is the sequel to 2017’s “Thor: Ragnarok” and marks Thor’s return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe following “Avengers: Endgame” in 2019.

Scott Eastwood is returning to the Fast & Furious franchise!

Fate of the Furious alum Scott Eastwood will return to the Fast & Furious franchise, as part of the cast of Fast X, Deadline can confirm. He joins an ensemble that also includes Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson Jason Momoa, Charlize Theron, Brie Larson, Alan Ritchson, Nathalie Emmanuel, Michael Rooker, Daniela Melchior, Jordana Brewster, Sung Kang, Ludacris and Cardi B, as previously announced.

Fast X.Announcing the news on Instagram, the Jack Reacher and Titans star wrote: “Really hope this doesn’t affect my car insurance.” It is not yet known which character he will play.Ritchson joins other new faces Jason Momoa and Brie Larson in the high-speed action franchise, which recently appointed Louis Letterier as its new director after Justin Lin left the project.In a social media post last month, Lin announced he was stepping down as director on the 10th instalment in The Fast And Furious franchise just days after production had started. Lin, who has directed five films in the franchise, will continue to serve as producer.Following the announcement, The Hollywood Reporter has claimed a “major disagreement” took place between Lin and lead star and producer Vin Diesel on April 23 which sparked the director’s decision to leave.According to the publication, the disagreement was over the changing script.

Avatar: The Way Of Water – you can check it out below.Directed by James Cameron, Avatar: The Way Of Water is the sequel to the 2009 film starring Sam Worthington and Sigourney Weaver. Set over a decade after events in the original, it follows Jake Sully (Worthington), his partner Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) and their kids for a new adventure in Pandora.A synopsis reads: “Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, Avatar: The Way Of Water begins to tell the story of the Sully family, the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive, and the tragedies they endure.”Other confirmed cast members reprising their roles include Stephen Lang (Colonel Miles Quaritch), Giovanni Ribisi (Parker Selfridge), Joel David Moore (Dr.

That’s a wrap on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, according to filmmaker James Gunn.

Jason Momoa is getting into the action.