Universal Pictures has made an astute decision regarding the release date for **Wicked: Part Two**, rescheduling it to November 21, 2025. This advancement, moving it from the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, aligns with the company’s strategy to avoid competition with blockbuster films, particularly Disney’s much-anticipated **Moana 2**. This approach not only maximizes box office potential but
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The 38th AFI Fest will culminate with the world premiere of Clint Eastwood’s highly anticipated film, *Juror #2*, on October 27 at the TCL Chinese Theatre. Warner Bros. is set to extend the film’s reach with a limited theatrical release starting November 1. This premiere not only serves as a highlight for the festival but
The upcoming sequel, “Joker: Folie à Deux,” under the direction of Todd Phillips, is generating buzz with an initial box office tracking projection exceeding $70 million. Early indicators suggest that there is a wider expectation among exhibition teams of the film potentially crossing the $90 million mark, driven largely by the star power of Joaquin
The highly anticipated Broadway debut of Robert Downey Jr. in Ayad Akhtar’s new play has definitely caught the attention of theater enthusiasts. Directed by Bartlett Sher, the play stars Downey as a Pulitzer runner-up author who becomes captivated by Artificial Intelligence. The cast also includes talented actors such as Brittany Bellizeare, Rafi Gavron, Melora Hardin,
Venom: The Last Dance is making its way to theaters in China on October 23rd, with a domestic release following on October 25th. This highly anticipated film is the final installment in the Venom trilogy, starring Tom Hardy in the lead role. The first Venom movie in 2018 performed exceptionally well in China, grossing close
Sony’s decision to change the release pattern of Jason Reitman’s film, “Saturday Night,” after receiving critical acclaim at Telluride is a strategic move. By opting for a platform roll-out with an exclusive release in key cities before going wide, the studio is aiming to generate buzz and momentum for the movie. The ensemble cast of
The long-awaited sequel to the iconic Beetlejuice movie, directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton, has exceeded expectations with a whopping $12M in both Wednesday and Thursday night previews. This strong start has set the stage for what could potentially be a successful box office run. When comparing Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’s preview earnings to other
Almost two decades after the legendary Pepsi commercial featuring Britney Spears, Beyonce, and Pink, the soda giant is back with a new campaign. This time around, Pepsi has enlisted the talents of Megan Thee Stallion for their “Make Your Gameday Epic” promotion tied to the upcoming Ridley Scott-directed Paramount sequel Gladiator II. The commercial features
September was setting up for a monumental movie opening, with Beetlejuice Beetlejuice aiming for a global opening as high as $145M. This movie, directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton, promises to break the $100M mark over a Friday-Sunday span, a feat not seen in seven years. The combination of iconic cast members and
Edgar Wright’s iconic horror-comedy film, Shaun of the Dead, experienced a resurgence in popularity with its re-release for the 20th anniversary. The movie grossed an impressive $600k for the three-day weekend and $720k for the four days in Focus Features re-release. The re-release took place in Dolby Cinema at 133 AMC theaters, with the highest-grossing
The Labor Day weekend in 2024 is projected to be slow with a total revenue of $3.6 billion, which is significantly lower than the previous summer’s revenue of $4.09 billion. The primary reason for this decline is attributed to the absence of a Marvel movie in the May calendar. For example, Guardians of the Galaxy
Universal Studios has set a release date for the highly anticipated musical feature Atlantis, helmed by the creative duo of Pharrell Williams and Michel Gondry. The film draws inspiration from Williams’ formative years spent at the Virginia Beach Atlantis Apartments in the summer of 1977, promising a nostalgic and heartfelt journey into the past. The
Broadway experienced a dip in total grosses for the week ending on August 25, 2024. The total earnings amounted to $25,343,599, reflecting a decrease of approximately 10% from the previous week. This decline can be attributed in part to the summer edition of Kids’ Night on Broadway, where 19 out of 24 shows offered free
Over the weekend, the debut of the serial killer thriller “Strange Darling” and the poignant comedy “Between The Temples” caught the attention of moviegoers. These new releases added a refreshing twist to the usual lineup, garnering positive feedback and attracting audiences nationwide. “Strange Darling,” produced by Magenta Light Studios, took viewers on a thrilling journey
The box office saw previews for two wide entries on Thursday, with the Zoë Kravitz-directed thriller Blink Twice and Lionsgate/Edward R. Pressman presentation’s The Crow seemingly struggling to make a significant impact. Despite receiving favorable reviews, Blink Twice, which cost $20M to produce and stars Channing Tatum, only managed to earn $820K in previews and
The article begins by highlighting Disney’s expected dominance at the box office this summer, projecting that Alien: Romulus from 20th Century Studios will outperform Deadpool & Wolverine in its fifth weekend. However, the article fails to provide any reasoning or analysis as to why this is the case. It simply states the numbers without delving
On September 5th, U2 fans will have the opportunity to witness a truly unique and immersive concert film experience. V-U2: An Immersive Concert Film at Sphere Las Vegas, directed by Morleigh Steinberg and The Edge, will open at the state-of-the-art venue where it was shot. This film chronicles the Irish megaband’s U2:UV Achtung Baby Live
Sony/Wayfarer Studios’ It Ends with Us has been a surprising hit at the box office this summer, crossing the $100M mark in just 11 days. The film, based on Colleen Hoover’s novel, tackles the sensitive subject of domestic abuse and has resonated with audiences. While the movie may not be Blake Lively’s highest-grossing film domestically,
The 15th-anniversary release of Coraline secured the fifth spot at the domestic box office, generating $8.63 million over the weekend across 1,603 screens. This achievement marked a significant milestone for the animated classic, surpassing its previous record for Fathom Events with a cumulative total of $11.6 million, including Thursday previews. The film, directed by Henry