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Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hit movie franchise could get reboot 20 years after first film
A 'Night at the Museum' reboot, featuring a new plot and characters, is in the works. The reimagining is being overseen by 20th Century Studios with Tripper Clancy writing the script, Deadline reported. The film will be produced by Shawn Levy and Dan Levine from 21 Laps. Meanwhile, Emily Morris will oversee the project for the company, according to the outlet. While details on the plot are under wraps, the movie is said to feature a new cast of characters and storyline. 'Night at the Museum' was one of the biggest films of 2006 and kicked off one of the most successful family film franchises of the 21st century. The movie starred Ben Stiller as a man who takes a job as an overnight security guard at a museum only to learn the exhibits come to life during his shift because of an ancient curse. It also featured Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Dick Van Dyke, Ricky Gervais and Rami Malek. It resulted in two sequels, 'Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian' (2009) and 'Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb" (2014) both of which did well at the box office. Levy has produced each installment. There also was a fourth film, 'Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again,' which was an animated feature. Overall, the franchise has grossed $1.3 billion worldwide. Cindy's Drive-In in Granby celebrates 30 years with 30-cent hot dogs, family fun Popular 2000s country artist loses younger brother in Texas floods Mass. State Lottery winner: $100K prize claimed in $2 game; one grand prize remains Country singer 'in a bit of shock' after losing 2 family members on same day Read the original article on MassLive.
Edinburgh Live
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Tom Hardy's 'best on screen performance in years' compared to Martin Scorsese classic
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A 'riveting' crime drama is being hailed as featuring 'Tom Hardy's best on screen performance in years.' It is also being compared to a beloved Martin Scorsese classic. This is a bold statement for an actor who has consistently wowed audiences with his roles in both film and television over the past decade. His notable performances include playing the Kray twins in Legend, roles in The Revenant, Dunkirk and more recently, a leading role in the series Mob Land. However, some might argue that his part in the less critically acclaimed Venom trilogy may have led audiences to overlook his true acting prowess. A recent reminder of his capabilities was seen in 2024's The Bikeriders. Hardy joined a star-studded cast for the film, sharing the screen with Elvis star Austin Butler and Killing Eve's Jodie Comer, along with The Walking Dead's Norman Reedus and Man of Steel's Michael Shannon. (Image: YouTube / 20th Century Studios) Set in the 1960s, the narrative unfolds over a decade, tracing the transformation of a Midwestern motorcycle club from a local outsider hangout to a menacing gang, jeopardising the original group's way of life. Hardy portrays the gang leader, with Butler as his young protégé and Comer as his wife. While the plot is fictional, writer and director Jeff Nichols drew inspiration from the eponymous book by photographer Danny Lyon, which documented images of a real-life bike gang, reports the Mirror. A Collider critic has hailed the film as "Tom Hardy's best on screen performance in years." They elaborated: "Not only was it a blessing to see Hardy work with such a rich cast and visionary director again, but he also gave perhaps his most revelatory performance since breaking out with American audiences in Inception. On the surface, Hardy could play the leader of a bike gang in his sleep, as the actor is known for his brutish tough guys." The movie earned an impressive 80% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many reviewers giving kudos to the standout performances by Hardy, Butler, and Comer. UK cinephiles who haven't had the chance to watch it yet can stream the film on Sky Cinema or NOW with a movies pass. Echoing the critic's sentiments, a fan expressed online: "Tom Hardy shines and gives a Marlon Brando-esque performance that made me enjoy every scene he was in." Another enthusiast shared their praise: "The Bikeriders is an electrifying journey into the heart of 1960s biker culture! Jeff Nichols masterfully captures the gritty essence of an outlaw motorcycle club's evolution from a band of misfits to a formidable crime syndicate. Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, and Tom Hardy deliver powerhouse performances, breathing life into complex characters that stay with you long after the credits roll." (Image: Focus Features) Meanwhile, another viewer enthused: "Gripping, gritty and raw with stellar performances in a film that only Jeff Nichols could bring to vivid cinematic life." One individual drew comparisons to the work of a renowned filmmaker. They made a clear reference to Goodfellas, stating: "I checked to see if Martin Scorsese directed it; he didn't. Jeff Nichols is certainly a Scorsese admirer. Great Film!" The Bikeriders is streaming on Sky Cinema and NOW.
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First Post
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Devil Wears Prada 2: From Meryl Streep to Anne Hathaway, these original cast to return with new faces
While Anne Hathaway will reprise her role as Andrea 'Andy' Sachs, Meryl Streep will make a comeback as Miranda Priestly with Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton, Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling, and Tracy Thoms as Lily read more Recently, the production of The Devil Wears Prada 2, Disney's sequel to the iconic 2006 film starring Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt commenced Also featuring Stanley Tucci in a pivotal role, The Devil Wears Prada was originally adapted from Lauren Weisberger's bestselling novel of the same name. The sequel is set to arrive in cinemas on May 1, 2026. As fans are delighted for the sequel, the main cast members of the film are returning to make the sequel a blockbuster. While Anne Hathaway will reprise her role as Andrea 'Andy' Sachs, Meryl Streep will make a comeback as Miranda Priestly with Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton, Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling, and Tracy Thoms as Lily. Apart from the star cast, the screenwriter, producer Wendy Finerman, and director David Frankel are also back. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Adrian Grenier who played Andy's love interest and boyfriend will not return for the sequel. 'I didn't see some of the subtleties and the nuance of this character and what it represented in the film until the wisdom of the masses came online and started to push against the character and throw him under the bus, and I got flak,' he told Entertainment weekly years ago 20th Century Studios announced the start of production via a post on its official Instagram account on Monday evening. The post, which read: 'The Devil Wears Prada 2. Now in production,' was reshared by both Hathaway and Tucci on their personal handles. Directed by David Frankel, the original film followed Andy Sachs (Hathaway), a recent university graduate who lands a job as an assistant to one of New York's most formidable fashion magazine editors, Miranda Priestly (Streep). What begins as a dream job quickly spirals into a high-pressure role under the ruthless editor, whose standards are as legendary as her wardrobe. Speculation around the sequel has been rife, with reports last year suggesting that Streep and Blunt may return. With inputs from PTI
San Francisco Chronicle
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Robin Williams' haunting final days resurface as ‘Night at the Museum' franchise returns
Nearly two decades after Robin Williams first brought Teddy Roosevelt to life in 'Night at the Museum,' the family-friendly film franchise is getting a reboot — this time with a new cast, an original storyline and a fresh voice guiding the script. Production company 21 Laps has begun developing the reimagining for 20th Century Studios, with Tripper Clancy set to pen the screenplay. Shawn Levy, who directed the original trilogy, will return as producer alongside Dan Levine, maintaining creative continuity for a series that has grossed more than $1.3 billion worldwide, according to Deadline. The reboot will reportedly remain set in the same type of enchanted museum where exhibits spring to life after dark, but will introduce an entirely new slate of characters. It marks the franchise's first live-action installment since 2014's 'Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb' — a film now remembered as Williams' final live-action role. Behind the scenes of that film, Williams was already exhibiting signs of serious struggle, Levy revealed in the 2020 documentary 'Robin's Wish.' 'I would say a month into the shoot, it was clear to me, it was clear to all of us on set, that something was going on with Robin,' Levy said. 'We saw that Robin was struggling in a way that he hadn't before, to remember lines and to combine the right words with the performance.' Though Williams had spoken publicly about his battles with depression, it wasn't until after his death that his family disclosed he had been diagnosed with Lewy body dementia — a neurological disorder that severely affected his memory and confidence. The toll of the disease became evident in Williams' late-night phone calls to Levy. 'When Robin would call me at 10 at night, at two in the morning, at four in the morning, saying, 'Is it usable? Is any of this usable? Do I suck? What's going on? ' I would reassure him,' Levy said in the documentary. 'I said, 'You are still you. I know it. The world knows it. You just need to remember that.'' Williams died by suicide at age 63 in his Marin County home in August 2014, just four months before the film's release. He is also remembered for his roles in 1997's Oscar-winning 'Good Will Hunting,' 1993's 'Mrs. Doubtfire' and 1996's 'Birdcage.' 'My faith in him never left, but I saw his morale crumbling,' Levy added. 'I saw a guy that wasn't himself, and that was unforgivable.' While plot details remain under wraps, the reboot will be the first entry in the franchise since the 2022 animated feature 'Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again,' released on Disney+. Levy is also preparing to direct 'Star Wars: Starfighter,' starring Ryan Gosling, while original leading man Ben Stiller has shifted his focus behind the camera, producing the acclaimed series 'Severance.' In recent days, a resurfaced comedy clip has rekindled admiration for Williams' sharp political humor. In a 2012 stand-up set, the comedian skewered then-real estate mogul Donald Trump, likening Atlantic City to the 'Wizard of Oz on acid' filled with 'junkies, pimps and pizza.' 'And Donald Trump is the Wizard of Oz, he is the guy,' Williams said. 'He plays monopoly with real f—ing buildings. This is a scary man.' Williams didn't hold back, skewering Trump's beauty pageant empire. 'He owns all these beauty pageants, Miss America, Miss Universe,' he said. 'Isn't that a bit like Michael Vick owning a series of pet stores?' Williams didn't hold back, skewering Trump's beauty pageant empire; taking aim at Trump's infamous hairstyle and at the mogul's controversial remark about his daughter Ivanka being 'hot.' 'Even people in Arkansas went, 'that's f—ing wrong,'' Williams said. 'That's just way out of place.'
New Indian Express
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
The Devil Wears Prada 2 adds Simone Ashley, Justin Theroux, BJ Novak and others to its cast
The Devil Wears Prada is based on a novel of the same name by Lauren Weisberger and revolves around the experience of a young woman (Hathway) working under Runway magazine's devilish editor Miranda Priestly (Streep). The film grossed $326 million from theatres worldwide, and it earned Streep a Best Actress Oscar nomination and a Golden Globe win for best actress in a comedy in 2007. Patricia Field also won an Oscar nomination in 2007 for Best Costume Design for the film. Backed by Disney's 20th Century Studios, the sequel will reportedly focus on Priestly as she maneuvers through her career during the downturn of traditional magazine publishing, while contending with Blunt's character—now a powerful executive at a luxury conglomerate controlling the advertising budget Priestly urgently requires. The Devil Wears Prada 2, which is in production will release in theatres worldwide on May 1, 2026.
