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‘Blood Runs Coal’: Cillian Murphy To Star In Universal’s Mining Union True Crime Drama - theplaylist.net - Ireland
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26.03.2024

‘Blood Runs Coal’: Cillian Murphy To Star In Universal’s Mining Union True Crime Drama

Following his Best Actor Oscar win at the 96th Academy Awards, Irish actor Cillian Murphy is reuniting with Universal Pictures, the distributor of Christopher Nolan’s Best Picture winner “Oppenheimer,” for another period drama, “Blood Runs Coal.” The starring vehicle for Murphy, reported on by Deadline, seemingly takes a page from the world of Martin Scorsese (“The Irishman,” “Killers of The Flower Moon”).

Scott Derrickson To Remake A Darker ‘Night Of The Hunter’ With ‘Doctor Strange’ Writer - theplaylist.net
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27.03.2024

Scott Derrickson To Remake A Darker ‘Night Of The Hunter’ With ‘Doctor Strange’ Writer

Director Scott Derrickson, known for his work on “The Black Phone,” is embarking on a unique journey with his remake of the classic noir film “The Night of The Hunter.” This adaptation of the original 1953 novel by David Grubbs promises a much darker tone than the 1955 Charles Laughton-directed movie. The news, reported by Deadline, also reveals that Derrickson’s longtime creative writing partner, C.

‘Monkey Man’ Trailer: Dev Patel Channels ‘John Wick’ In Buzzed-About Action Pic Coming April 5 - theplaylist.net - Jordan - city Mumbai
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21.03.2024

‘Monkey Man’ Trailer: Dev Patel Channels ‘John Wick’ In Buzzed-About Action Pic Coming April 5

In case you missed the buzz out of SXSW, director/star Devl Patel (“The Green Knight”) and producer Jordan Peele (“Nope”) have joined forces for an original Mumbai-set action film, “Monkey Man” that will be released by Universal Pictures early next month. Following excellent reviews out of Austin (read ours here), Universal has unleashed a new trailer.

‘The Fall Guy’ Trailer: Ryan Gosling & Emily Blunt’s Stuntman Action-Comedy Hits May 3 - theplaylist.net
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20.03.2024

‘The Fall Guy’ Trailer: Ryan Gosling & Emily Blunt’s Stuntman Action-Comedy Hits May 3

Last year, Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt were part of the theatrical juggernaut event known as Barbenheimer (the organic viral marketing push for “Barbie” and Best Picture winner “Oppenheimer” last summer). Their films opened on the same day, but instead of canceling each other out because there was a push to see the two films, they both turned both into massive box officer earners.

‘Oppenheimer’ Wins The 2024 Oscar For Best Picture - theplaylist.net - county Nolan
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11.03.2024

‘Oppenheimer’ Wins The 2024 Oscar For Best Picture

“Barbenheimer” is officially over. While Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” may have outdueled its release date mate by a little under $500 million at the worldwide box office, Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” has taken the most coveted award of them all, the Oscar for Best Picture.

Matt Damon Praises New ‘Jason Bourne’ Director Edward Berger But Stops Short Of Confirming His Return: “I’m Not Getting Any Younger” - theplaylist.net
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15.02.2024

Matt Damon Praises New ‘Jason Bourne’ Director Edward Berger But Stops Short Of Confirming His Return: “I’m Not Getting Any Younger”

Last November, Universal Pictures announced a new “Jason Bourne” film in development, with “All Quiet On The Western Front” director Edward Berger helming the picture.

Universal Looking For A New Director For Next ‘Jurassic World’ Movie After Talks With David Leitch Fall Through - theplaylist.net
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09.02.2024

Universal Looking For A New Director For Next ‘Jurassic World’ Movie After Talks With David Leitch Fall Through

It looks like David Leitch‘s next film after “The Fall Guy” won’t be a new “Jurassic World” after all. Deadline reports that Universal is looking for new director for their franchise reboot after talks between the studio and Leitch fell through.

‘Scar Tissue’: Universal Options Adaptation Of Red Hot Chili Peppers Frontman Anthony Kiedis’ 2004 Memoir - theplaylist.net
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18.01.2024

‘Scar Tissue’: Universal Options Adaptation Of Red Hot Chili Peppers Frontman Anthony Kiedis’ 2004 Memoir

Forty-plus years into their career, the Red Hot Chili Peppers are still going strong, with two full-length albums in 2022. But now it’s time for a first for the rock band: the big screen.

‘Fast & Furious’ filmmakers fined $1M after stuntman breaks skull - nypost.com - Britain
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26.11.2023

‘Fast & Furious’ filmmakers fined $1M after stuntman breaks skull

reports the BBC.FF9 Pictures admitted health and safety failings in court and accepted the fine.The Post reached out to Universal Pictures, which distributed the 2021 film, for comment. The UK judge presiding over the case said on Friday that Watts, 35, was “fortunate to be alive” after Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecutors detailed how his safety line became detached as he performed a stunt that differed from the one that had been rehearsed several times.Watts was initially supposed to be thrown over a performer’s right shoulder, however, in a last-minute change, the stunt actor was told he would be thrown over the actor’s left shoulder.The stuntman missed the crash mats that had been set out for him, and he suffered brain damage, the court was told.

‘King: A Life’: Chris Rock To Direct & Steven Spielberg To Executive Produce New MLK Jr. Biopic - theplaylist.net
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05.10.2023

‘King: A Life’: Chris Rock To Direct & Steven Spielberg To Executive Produce New MLK Jr. Biopic

Well, this is interesting. Deadline reports that Universal Pictures has optioned the rights to adapt Jonathan Eig‘s Martin Luther King Jr.

‘King: A Life’: Universal Grabs Rights To Adapt Jonathan Eig’s New MLK Jr. Biography, Chris Rock To Direct & Steven Spielberg To Executive Produce - theplaylist.net
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05.10.2023

‘King: A Life’: Universal Grabs Rights To Adapt Jonathan Eig’s New MLK Jr. Biography, Chris Rock To Direct & Steven Spielberg To Executive Produce

Well, this is interesting. Deadline reports that Universal Pictures has optioned the rights to adapt Jonathan Eig‘s Martin Luther King Jr.

‘Night Swim’ Trailer: Wyatt Russell & Kerry Condon Star In Blumhouse’s Supernatural Thriller On January 5, 2024 - theplaylist.net
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05.10.2023

‘Night Swim’ Trailer: Wyatt Russell & Kerry Condon Star In Blumhouse’s Supernatural Thriller On January 5, 2024

Love it or hate it, Blumhouse continues to do what it does best: make lean, low/mid-budget genre films that help the studio fund its more prestigious fare. And while the quality of these movies varies, there’s certain charm to these B-movies, with Jason Blum more often than not giving young directors a chance to have more creative freedom than they’d get at a larger studio.

Ana de Armas fans’ ‘false advertising’ studio suit tossed by annoyed judge - nypost.com - state Maryland
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30.08.2023

Ana de Armas fans’ ‘false advertising’ studio suit tossed by annoyed judge

asking for damages incurred after spending $4 to rent the 2019 romantic comedy “Yesterday” on Amazon Prime, on the basis of having seen the “Knives Out” actress in an official trailer. De Armas was completely cut from the final print. Presiding judge Stephen Wilson made his decision to ultimately side with Universal after rejecting the charges of “misrepresentation” laid against the musical rom-com.

‘Oppenheimer’ Opening Look Trailer: Take An Extended Peek At Christopher Nolan’s Latest Before It Hits Theaters On July 21 - theplaylist.net
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13.07.2023

‘Oppenheimer’ Opening Look Trailer: Take An Extended Peek At Christopher Nolan’s Latest Before It Hits Theaters On July 21

Moviegoers are only eight days out now from the movie event of the summer: the “Barbie“/”Oppenheimer” double feature that’s possible after both films hit theaters on July 21. Is it “Barbienheimer”? “OppenBarbie”? Doesn’t matter: it’s likely either Greta Gerwig or Christopher Nolan‘s latest films will be crowned 2023’s Summer Movie by the time next weekend is over.

Vin Diesels Teases That Universal Wants To Split The Next & Final ‘Fast And Furious’ Movie Into Two Separate Films - theplaylist.net - Rome
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12.05.2023

Vin Diesels Teases That Universal Wants To Split The Next & Final ‘Fast And Furious’ Movie Into Two Separate Films

There may be a little more gas left in the tank for the “Fast And Furious” franchise. Variety reports that Vin Diesel teased at the world premiere of “Fast X” in Rome that the new film may not be the penultimate one in the series.

‘Fast X’ New Trailer: The Penultimate Film In The ‘Fast & Furious’ Franchise Hits Theaters On May 19 - theplaylist.net
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20.04.2023

‘Fast X’ New Trailer: The Penultimate Film In The ‘Fast & Furious’ Franchise Hits Theaters On May 19

Somehow, over twenty-odd years and the tragic passing of Paul Walker, one of its leading cast members, the “Fast & Furious” franchise became one of the biggest movie franchises of the 21st century. But after nine films, “Fast X” marks the beginning of the end for the street racing-heist series, with its upcoming sequel planned to be the final installment.

Glen Powell Joins Daisy Edgar-Jones In ‘Twisters’ From Director Lee Isaac Chung - theplaylist.net - county Jones
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14.04.2023

Glen Powell Joins Daisy Edgar-Jones In ‘Twisters’ From Director Lee Isaac Chung

Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment are working together to resurrect the hit 1996 disaster blockbuster action film “Twister” for a new generation, as they’ve previously tapped “Minari” director Lee Isaac Chung to helm “Twisters.” Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones was recently cast in the studio tentpole, and they’ve now found their leading man to star opposite. READ MORE: Daveed Diggs Suggests His ‘Twister’ Sequel With Helen Hunt Was Rejected Due To Potentially “Shady Reasons” According to Deadline, Universal has selected “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Devotion” actor Glen Powell to take the co-starring role alongside Edgar-Jones.

‘Scream’ Franchise Star Melissa Barrera To Reunite With Radio Silence Filmmakers For Mystery Monster Thriller At Universal - theplaylist.net
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14.04.2023

‘Scream’ Franchise Star Melissa Barrera To Reunite With Radio Silence Filmmakers For Mystery Monster Thriller At Universal

Radio Silence is the directing team of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, and they first landed on everyone’s radar with their Samara Weaving-led horror-comedy “Ready or Not. That also caught the attention of Spy Glass Media, who tasked them to direct the last two “Scream” installments—a seventh film now getting ready to go in front of cameras in the near future.

Daveed Diggs Suggests His ‘Twister’ Sequel With Helen Hunt Was Rejected Due To Potentially “Shady Reasons” - theplaylist.net
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13.04.2023

Daveed Diggs Suggests His ‘Twister’ Sequel With Helen Hunt Was Rejected Due To Potentially “Shady Reasons”

The 1996 disaster film “Twister” was a huge hit at the time, which might be a little puzzling why a new film was only just announced after the death of co-lead Bill Paxton in 2017. It focused on a group of storm chasers that were looking to use a piece of technology to better understand the inner workings of a tornado and became an early adopter of CGI effects for a destructive-focused action film in the 1990s.

‘The Last Voyage of The Demeter’ Trailer: Universal’s High Seas Dracula Horror Flick Unleashes On August 11 - theplaylist.net
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13.04.2023

‘The Last Voyage of The Demeter’ Trailer: Universal’s High Seas Dracula Horror Flick Unleashes On August 11

Universal Pictures is releasing “Renfield” this week with Nicolas Cage playing a satirical version of Count Dracula, but that’s not the only Dracula film coming out from the studio in 2023. As a new trailer for the long-gestating horror film “The Last Voyage of The Demeter” is finally in the can after many years in development limbo and coming to the big screen on August 11.

‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’: Jack Black Wants Pedro Pascal To Play Wario In Potential Sequel - theplaylist.net
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10.04.2023

‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’: Jack Black Wants Pedro Pascal To Play Wario In Potential Sequel

Critics had a mixed reception to “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” as it hit theaters, but audiences felt differently.  Universal and Illumination‘s take on the Nintendo franchise now holds the biggest global box office opening of any animated movie with $377.5 million.

‘Twisters’: Daisy Edgar-Jones The First To Join Cast Of Amblin & Universal’s Upcoming Sequel - theplaylist.net
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17.03.2023

‘Twisters’: Daisy Edgar-Jones The First To Join Cast Of Amblin & Universal’s Upcoming Sequel

What’s next for Daisy Edgar-Jones after “Normal People,” “Fresh,” and “Where The Crawdads Sing“? It looks like a big-budget sequel.

‘Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken’ Trailer: An Ordinary High School Girl Discovers She’s A Warrior Kraken In New DreamWorks Film - theplaylist.net
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16.03.2023

‘Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken’ Trailer: An Ordinary High School Girl Discovers She’s A Warrior Kraken In New DreamWorks Film

DreamWorks Animation had a big hit to close out 2022 with “Puss In Boots: The Last Wish.” Will the studio’s next feature fare as well with critics? Audiences find out this summer when “Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken” surfs into theaters everywhere in June. The upcoming film follows a teenage girl desperate to fit into her high school who discovers, against her mom’s wishes, that she’s the heir to the throne of the warrior Kraken queens who rule the seven seas.

Dean DeBlois To Direct Live-Action ‘How To Train Your Dragon’ Movie Coming March 2025 - theplaylist.net
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17.02.2023

Dean DeBlois To Direct Live-Action ‘How To Train Your Dragon’ Movie Coming March 2025

It doesn’t look like Disney will be the only studio pursuing live-action versions of the most iconic films in its animation library. The Hollywood Reporter reports that Universal Pictures wants to develop a live-action adaptation of their beloved fantasy-adventure “How To Train Your Dragon” movies from DreamWorks Animation.

Contest: ‘The Fabelmans,’Win A Digital Copy of Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-Nominated Drama - theplaylist.net
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28.01.2023

Contest: ‘The Fabelmans,’Win A Digital Copy of Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-Nominated Drama

Oscar nominations are out and the countdown is on! We have 43 days for everyone to catch up on any nominees that may have been missed and what better way to do that than by winning a digital film to stream right from your living room?! Just in time to make that a reality, we have two copies of “The Fabelmans” to give away. READ MORE: ‘The Fabelmans’ Review: Steven Spielberg Bares His Soul In His Most Personal Film [TIFF] Written and directed by Steven Spielberg, “The Fabelmans” is a coming-of-age story about a young man who uncovers a family secret and discovers the power film and imagination can hold when looking at the truth about ourselves.

Ana De Armas Fans’ Lawsuit Over ‘Yesterday’ Trailer Puts Movie Studios At Risk Over Deceptive Trailers - theplaylist.net
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22.12.2022

Ana De Armas Fans’ Lawsuit Over ‘Yesterday’ Trailer Puts Movie Studios At Risk Over Deceptive Trailers

Movie studios are on notice after a federal judge ruled against Universal Pictures in a false advertising lawsuit over the trailer for Danny Boyle‘s 2019 film “Yesterday.” Variety reports that U.S. District Judge Stephen Wilson ruled in favor of two Ana de Armas fans who filed the lawsuit in January.

Marvel Can’t Make A Namor Solo Movie & “Borrowed” The Character For ‘Wakanda Forever’ From Universal - theplaylist.net
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27.11.2022

Marvel Can’t Make A Namor Solo Movie & “Borrowed” The Character For ‘Wakanda Forever’ From Universal

After three weeks in theaters, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” has made $363 million domestically, over $600 million worldwide, and it looks like it’s going to be Marvel’s second biggest hit of the year following “Doctor Strange & The Multiverse Of Madness.” The film is full of action, grief, and emotion and, of course, is highlighted by a classic Marvel character that fans have wanted to see onscreen for decades: Namor, The Submariner (played by Tenoch Huerta).

‘At The Mountains Of Madness’: Guillermo del Toro Drops Early VFX Footage From His Scrapped Universal Film - theplaylist.net
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11.11.2022

‘At The Mountains Of Madness’: Guillermo del Toro Drops Early VFX Footage From His Scrapped Universal Film

In the early 2010s, Guillermo del Toro and Universal planned an R-rated adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft‘s “In The Mountains Of Madness.” And it was an ambitious project for del Toro, with a $150 million budget and Industrial Light And Magic on board for VFX.

‘Halloween Ends’ Featurette: Jamie Lee Curtis Says New Film Is “A Final Reckoning” Between Laurie And Michael Myers - theplaylist.net
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20.09.2022

‘Halloween Ends’ Featurette: Jamie Lee Curtis Says New Film Is “A Final Reckoning” Between Laurie And Michael Myers

“Halloween Ends” caps off David Gordon Green‘s trilogy of movies to John Carpenter‘s 1978 original, and it’s purportedly Laurie Strode’s last stand against Michael Myers. Sure, audiences have heard that one before.

Madonna On Why She’s Writing & Directing Her Own Biopic: “No One’s Going To Tell My Story But Me” - theplaylist.net
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27.07.2022

Madonna On Why She’s Writing & Directing Her Own Biopic: “No One’s Going To Tell My Story But Me”

Last month, news dropped on who would have the starring role of Madonna in the musician’s upcoming biopic about herself. And “Ozark” star Julia Garner won the prize, beating out Florence Pugh, Sky Ferreira, Alexa Demie, and other hopefuls for the part.

‘The Fabelmans’: Steven Spielberg’s Semi-Autobiographical Movie Has Its World Premiere At TIFF In September - theplaylist.net - New York
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22.07.2022

‘The Fabelmans’: Steven Spielberg’s Semi-Autobiographical Movie Has Its World Premiere At TIFF In September

There were three years between Steven Spielberg‘s 2018 adaptation of “Ready Player One” and his remake of the classic musical “West Side Story.” But fans won’t have to wait long for his next film, “The Fabelmans,” to hit theaters. And now, Universal Pictures has the much-anticipated movie’s premiere lined up for TIFF this September.

‘NOPE’: Jordan Peele Says His New Film Is Meta & All About “Rubbernecking” - theplaylist.net - Jordan
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21.07.2022

‘NOPE’: Jordan Peele Says His New Film Is Meta & All About “Rubbernecking”

Jordan Peele‘s much-anticipated third film, “NOPE,” hits theaters this weekend, and Universal Pictures has done a great job keeping the movie’s secrets under wraps. Plot details for the film remain scarce even days before its release.

Judd Apatow & SNL Digital Shorts Team ‘Please Don’t Destroy’ Are Making A New Universal Buddy Comedy Set For Summer 2023 - theplaylist.net
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21.07.2022

Judd Apatow & SNL Digital Shorts Team ‘Please Don’t Destroy’ Are Making A New Universal Buddy Comedy Set For Summer 2023

Going back to the 1970s, “Saturday Night Live” has long been a breeding ground and launching pad for comedians transforming into bonafide stars. Sometimes that’s SNL regulars, sometimes its writers turned filmmakers (Adam McKay, for example), and sometimes it’s whole package teams like The Lonely Island crew who write, direct and star in their shorts and films.

‘She Said’ Trailer: Watch The Story Behind Breaking The Harvey Weinstein Scandal This November - theplaylist.net - New York
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14.07.2022

‘She Said’ Trailer: Watch The Story Behind Breaking The Harvey Weinstein Scandal This November

Well, it was only a matter of time before Hollywood made a cinematic rendition of its recent history. But “She Said” is much more than that.

‘The Green Hornet & Kato’: Leigh Whannell In Talks To Direct New Movie At Universal - theplaylist.net
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24.06.2022

‘The Green Hornet & Kato’: Leigh Whannell In Talks To Direct New Movie At Universal

The superhero genre couldn’t be more popular. Marvel and DC films dominate the box office, and the latter has become a juggernaut of intertwined franchises to surpass the dominance of things like “Star Wars.” With that in mind, other studios that don’t have that sort of deep bench of comic book heroes have been adapting obscure or long-forgotten heroes in an attempt to strike gold.

‘Bros’ New Trailer: Billy Eichner Stars In Judd Apatow Produced Gay Rom-Com On September 30 - theplaylist.net
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16.06.2022

‘Bros’ New Trailer: Billy Eichner Stars In Judd Apatow Produced Gay Rom-Com On September 30

With Pride Month in full swing, it only makes sense that Universal Pictures wants to promote their upcoming romantic comedy “Bros” as much as possible. And “Boys” deserves all the hype it can get.

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