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New York Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps' clobbers the Man of Steel to take box office title
In the latest battle for box office supremacy, stumbling Superman didn't stand a chance. Marvel Studios' latest superhero flick, 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps,' clobbered the box office competition on Friday, reporting first-day ticket sales of $57 million, according to The Numbers. The Pedro Pascal-helmed film marks the beginning of the next phase in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Advertisement 3 Marvel's latest film topped the box office Friday. ©Walt Disney Co./Courtesy Everett Collection The film focuses on the iconic superhero team — Mr. Fantastic, Sue Storm, the Human Torch, and the Thing — as they try to save Earth from one of Marvel Comics' strongest super villians, Galactus. 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' outperformed DC Studios' 'Superman' on Friday by about $50 million. Advertisement The latest 'Fantastic Four' flick 'marks a slight improvement from the preceding trilogy of terror,' The Post noted. 3 'Superman' is no slouch, earning $271 million in two weeks. ©Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection During its second Friday in cinemas, James Gunn's 'Superman' generated ticket sales of $7.1 million, for a two-week total of $271 million. 'Jurassic World Rebirth' followed in third place, with sales of $3.6 million on Friday, its fourth in theaters. Advertisement Brad Pitt's 'F1: The Movie' rose one spot to No. 4 with $1.8 million in tickets sold 3 'Jurassic Park Rebirth' stars Scarlett Johansson. ©Universal/Courtesy Everett Collection Rounding out the top 5 was 'Smurfs,' which The Post called 'one of the worst movies of the year,' with a $1.7 million take on Friday. The animated musical fantasy reboot features the voices of Rihanna, James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel, Octavia Spencer, Kurt Russell and John Goodman.
New York Post
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Heroic NYC pups go up, up and away in adorable look-alike contest for Krypto from ‘Superman'
Every New Yorker's Kryptonite is a really cute dog. Dozens of heroic hounds soared to Hudson Yards Friday to compete in a Krypto the Superdog look-alike contest — but only one pooch took home the red cape fit for the sidekick of 'Superman.' Sofia, a 7-year-old Brooklyn canine who could have been Krypto's stunt double, easily took home the win and a $1,000 prize, but her owner said the victory didn't just come down to the pooch's good looks — she also embodies the superdog's protective spirit. Advertisement 4 Sofia won the Krypto look-alike contest after impressing judges with her facial expressions. Matthew McDermott 'She's always looking out for the other dogs, she's never starting fights, she likes to make everyone feel included,' said Meredith Amspoker, who found out about the contest hosted by Pumpkin Pet Insurance through a friend. Amspoker often gets stopped in the street while walking Sofia, but since 'Superman' came out, it's happening a lot more frequently. Advertisement 'Even while I was on my way here, someone said, 'That looks like the dog from 'Superman,'' the supedog mom said. Sofia was stoic, cape flapping in the wind, as smaller dogs came to sniff her rear end. She stole the judge's hearts when she managed to lift one ear at a time and tilt her head, shooting them an adorable glance. 4 There's been a surge in dog adoptions since Krypto dazzled audiences in the new 'Superman' flick. ©Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection 4 Pooches donned capes and collars to compete for the title in the look-alike contest. Matthew McDermott Advertisement 'I think she's got a lot of personality in her ears, and she's got that little face. She's a superdog,' Amspoker said. Not all of the 50 competing canines resembled Superman's loyal sidekick, but their doting owners weren't deterred from showing off their buddies' superhero qualities. Some pooches were even awarded for it — including little Jeffrey, who was named runner-up for the least Krypto look-alike. 4 Ed Medina and Jeffrey. Matthew McDermott Advertisement His owner, Ed Medina, 72, said the small, spotted dog is still a hero in his eyes for one simple reason. 'Jeffrey keeps me happy,' said Medina, who wore a jersey with his pup's face plastered on the back, before feeding Jeffrey four treats in a row. Mallorie Sievert, a 23-year-old actress, dragged three of her friends from across Manhattan to watch the cute contest. 'Krypto is so ugly, and I love ugly dogs, and so I was like, 'I have to come and see all the crusty white dogs show up and show out,' she explained. While at college, Sievert started an Instagram account, taking pictures of dogs across campus. She's delighted that the competition included dogs that don't look like Krypto, so she was certain the plaza would be full of pooches. 'I love New York City, because where else is there going to be an event where you see 50 dogs in capes!'
New York Post
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Martin Scorsese's daughter Francesca shares his emotional reaction to first acting Emmy nod for ‘The Studio'
Call it a plot twist: Martin Scorsese is now an Emmy-nominated actor! The Oscar-winning director, 82, received his first-ever Emmy nomination for acting on Tuesday, thanks to his cameo appearance in the Apple TV+ series 'The Studio.' Scorsese was nominated in the outstanding guest actor in a comedy series category alongside Jon Bernthal for 'The Bear' and four fellow 'The Studio' guest stars: Bryan Cranston, Dave Franco, Ron Howard and Anthony Mackie. 7 Scorsese earned his first acting Emmy nomination for his cameo in the Apple TV+ series 'The Studio.' ©Apple TV/Courtesy Everett Collection The acclaimed filmmaker's youngest daughter, Francesca, 25, took to Instagram to share her father's reaction to the news. In one post, Francesca shared a screenshot from a FaceTime call showing the 'Goodfellas' director's emotional reaction to the milestone — face in his hands and all. The younger Scorsese can be seen in the corner of the screen, smiling as she captures the moment. 7 Scorsese's daughter, Francesca, shared his reaction to the news on Instagram. In another post, Francesca shared a photo of her father's fellow nominees, adding confetti over his photo. 'Our little actor 🫶🏻,' she wrote. This isn't the first time Scorsese has made an appearance on his daughter's social media. In fact, he's a regular fixture in Francesca's TikToks. 7 Scorsese has appeared on his daughter's social media in the past. In 2021, the father-daughter duo went viral after Francesca shared a video of Scorsese attempting to guess the names of various feminine products. He shares Francesca with his wife, Helen Morris. He's also father to two older daughters: Cathy Scorsese, 59, whom he shares with first wife, Laraine Marie Brennan, and Domenica Cameron-Scorsese, 48, whom he shares with his second wife, Julia Cameron. 7 Martin Scorsese with two of his daughters, Domenica and Francesca. Getty Images Scorsese appeared as himself in the pilot episode of 'The Studio,' co-created and co-directed by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. The satirical comedy series stars Rogen, 43, as Matt Remick, the newly appointed head of a Hollywood movie studio struggling to navigate industry chaos in pursuit of producing quality films. The cast also includes Catherine O'Hara (Patty Leigh), Ike Barinholtz (Sal Saperstein), Chase Sui Wonders (Quinn Hackett) and Kathryn Hahn (Maya Mason). 7 Scorsese appeared as himself in the pilot episode of 'The Studio,' co-created and co-directed by Seth Rogen. ©Apple TV/Courtesy Everett Collection Goldberg told Deadline they specifically wrote the scene for Scorsese. 'To [their] absolute shock and bafflement,' the 'Killers of the Flower Moon' filmmaker said yes, Goldberg said. 'We never FaceTimed with him. We'd never met him until the day he came to shoot,' Goldberg told the outlet. 'He just liked the script and agreed based on the script, which was an absolute miracle.' Rogen, for his part, told Variety that the cameos in the show 'had to all be people that served a very specific role in the stories.' 7 'Scorsese was literally the first person [we thought of],' Rogen told Variety. Getty Images 'For Scorsese, the role was someone my character would f—ing do anything to work with, who would pound this puzzle piece into a shape that it clearly doesn't belong in just for the opportunity to work with,' he told the outlet. 'At the same time, it had be a person you would believe would make a Jonestown movie.' He added, 'Scorsese was literally the first person [we thought of]. If you're around my age and you grew up loving movies, he's the guy.' Although Scorsese is already a three-time Emmy winner, this marks his first nod in an acting category. 7 Scorsese has a slew of awards to his name. In 2011, he won his first Emmy in the outstanding directing for a drama series category for directing the pilot episode of 'Boardwalk Empire.' The following year, he took home two more Emmys for 'George Harrison: Living in the Material World' in the outstanding nonfiction special and outstanding directing for nonfiction programming categories. 'The Wolf of Wall Street' director also has one Oscar, four BAFTA Awards, three Golden Globes and one Grammy to his name. The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze, will be held on Sunday, September 14, at Los Angeles' Peacock Theater.
New York Post
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Use these Amazon Prime Day Streaming Deals to save on Apple TV+, Paramount+, more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Who says your summer screen time has to break the bank? Amazon Prime Day is just around the corner (beginning on July 8 and running through July 11, to be exact!), but the deals are already in full swing. Beginning today, you can take advantage of over 20 Amazon Prime Day streaming deals. Prime Video is slashing prices on its ever-growing lineup of add-on streaming channels, and we're not just talking about one or two shows. Advertisement We're talking major players like Apple TV+, Starz, Paramount+, and AMC+ joining the Prime Day party with deep discounts, some starting as low as $0.99 per month. Translation: your next TV obsession is only a click away. From buzzy originals like 'Ted Lasso', 'FROM,' and 'Severance,' to guilty pleasures ('Love and Hip Hop,' anyone?), to Christmas-in-July cheer via Hallmark+, these limited-time deals are stacking up faster than your 'Continue Watching' list. Want anime? Covered. British mysteries? Got 'em. Holiday rom-coms, faith-based faves, and history deep-dives? They're all here, and all cheaper than your morning latte. So cancel your plans, fluff your couch pillows, and scroll on for every deal worth streaming. Apple TV+ is one of the latest additions to the Prime Video add-on lineup, and right now, you can get it for 50% off your first two months. If you haven't caught 'Ted Lasso' or 'Severance' yet, this is the perfect chance. Plus, you can dive into new releases like 'Stick,' 'The Buccaneers,' and 'Your Friends and Neighbors.' Get over 50% off a Paramount+ subscription and enjoy Showtime originals, live sports, and next-day access to new CBS episodes. Catch the latest episodes of 'Big Brother' and binge the full first season of 'MobLand' all for less. Just in time for the Outlander prequel arriving in August, Starz is on sale for Prime Day. With a subscription, you can also stream every show in the 'Power' universe, 'BMF,' and hit movies like 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'. Denzel Washington in 'Gladiator II.' ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection Stream hit original series like 'Godfather of Harlem' and 'FROM,' along with blockbuster movies from the MGM catalog, including 'Gladiator II' and 'A Working Man,' all for one discounted price. And don't miss new episodes of Stephen King's 'The Institute' after its premiere on July 13. BET+ is packed with entertainment from original series like 'Divorced Sistas' and reality favorites like 'Love and Hip Hop,' to everything Tyler Perry, 'Usher's Rendezvous in Paris,' and classic hits like 'Martin.' Two of the biggest broadcasters in Great Britain joined forces to create BritBox, bringing U.S. viewers the best of British TV, including soaps, talk shows, and game shows, streaming the same day they air in the UK. Plus, enjoy a deep library of top-tier mysteries, comedies, and original series. Catch up on 'Interview with the Vampire' and 'Mayfair Witches' before the newest Anne Rice series, 'Talamasca,' premieres. Plus, explore new series from 'The Walking Dead' universe and dive into everything Shudder, IFC Films Unlimited, and Sundance Now have to offer all for just $2 over two months. ViX Premium, formerly known as ViX+, is the largest Spanish-language streaming service, full of original series like Season 1 of 'Con esa Misma Mirada,' movies, live sports including games from Liga MX, and more. If you want even more great British TV in the US and love mysteries, you need to subscribe to Acorn TV. You can stream new and popular shows like 'Line of Duty,' 'This is Going to Hurt,' 'Art Detectives,' and Acorn original 'Harry Wild.' Stay up to date with the latest and greatest in anime, including 'Jujutsu Kaisen,' 'My Hero Academia,' 'Demon Slayer,' and 'Attack on Titan.' This one's for period drama fans, featuring full seasons of 'Victoria' and 'Grantchester,' along with new episodes of 'Call the Midwife,' 'Beecham House,' and 'All Creatures Great and Small'. Plus, get your fix of British mysteries with Masterpiece. Keep kids engaged for days with a mix of beloved classics like 'Arthur' and newer favorites like 'Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood' and 'City Island.' All of PBS Kids' shows are fun, educational, and perfect for young learners. PBS is kind of known for its documentaries, right? This service is full of 'em, from history to nature to science and tech, including original series like 'Finding Your Rootes' and all of the films and series from documentarian Ken Burns. 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Right now, you can watch films like 'Midsommar,' 'The Iron Claw,' and 'Knives Out.' If you can't get enough of the History Channel, this one is for you. 'The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch,' 'Alone,' and 'The Curse of Oak Island' are just a few of the shows you can watch with a History Vault subscription. Ryan and Friends Plus is a family-friendly streaming service featuring kid-friendly shows, animated series, and exclusive content starring Ryan from YouTube's Ryan's World and his friends. Gaia offers a curated, ad‑free selection of documentaries, feature films, original series, guided meditations, yoga classes, and live events focused on spirituality, consciousness, and personal growth. Your Prime Day FAQs, answered How long does Prime Day last? In a new twist for 2025, shoppers have 4 days to take advantage of Prime Day discounts. This sale starts on July 8 at 12:01 a.m. PT and runs through July 11 at 11:59 p.m. PT. When does Prime Day end? Prime Day 2025 ends on July 11 at 11:59 p.m. PT, so east-coasters have until about 3 a.m. on July 12 their time to shop the deals. Do you have to have Amazon Prime to shop Prime Day? Prime Day is a member-exclusive sale event. Interested shoppers can grab a 30-day free trial to try Prime, and its many benefits, with no strings attached. What are the best Prime Day deals? From reporting on Amazon sales throughout the years, we can tell you for certain that it's the ideal period to stock up on household essentials, score great deals on vacuums, tech and appliances, refill your skincare empties, and comb through the massive catalog of Amazon best-sellers. Is Prime Day worth it? We certainly think so! Prime Day is a great chance to score Black Friday-worthy discounts on thousands of deals, including everything from big ticket items to Post reader-favorite trash bags. Our team diligently sorts through all the offers to find you the very best items to grab on sale. 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New York Post
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Jaws' did what no movie could do today — it made the entire world terrified to swim
Shark! Shark! 'Jaws,' which hit theaters 50 years ago next Friday, is known for making many splashes. It was the first hit for a 27-year-old Steven Spielberg, the man who'd go on to become one of Hollywood's all-time greatest directors. Advertisement And the innovative 1975 horror film is considered one of the earliest blockbusters. An estimated one third of Americans went to see it. Those are Super Bowl numbers. 5 'Jaws' caused an entire generation to develop an irrational fear of sharks. Courtesy Everett Collection There's composer John Williams' 'duh-dun' score that everyone can hum, and the classic ad-libbed line 'We're gonna need a bigger boat' that everyone can recite. Advertisement But my favorite feat of 'Jaws' is that the monster movie had such a powerful bite when it was released that it made the masses terrified to so much as dip a toe in salty water for months. Years! No major films come anywhere close to that kind of impact today. Sure, 'Barbie' got groups of friends to get dolled up in pink frocks, and 'Minecraft' pushed a few idiots to trash theaters for kicks on TikTok. But 'Jaws' actually changed how people lived their lives. During the summer of 1975, The Post wrote a lot of stories about the 'shark scare' along the southern coast of Long Island, from East Quogue to Fire Island, that was 'touched off by the movie version of Peter Benchley's 'Jaws'.' Advertisement 'Jaws' was set in the fictional Long Island town of Amity. Suddenly, the real place was Sharksville, USA. 5 Beaches from Long Island to North Carolina and more reported visitors being hesitant to go in the water. Courtesy Everett Collection This one's a real doozy. In August of that year, we reported that two police officers on a boat off Jones Beach encountered a 10-to-14-foot-long shark and started to open fire into the ocean — 15 rounds! — killing the fish. Imagine watching that unfold from your folding chair. Advertisement 'Everybody clapped. But when we left they were still standing on the shoreline,' one cop said of the Jaws-struck crowd. 'You know,' the wannabe Roy Scheider added, 'if it weren't for the movie, this wouldn't be such a big deal.' 5 One third of Americans are said to have seen 'Jaws' in 1975. Courtesy Everett Collection But, boy, was it. Scientists believe 'Jaws' caused an entire generation to develop an irrational fear of sharks. They dubbed it 'the Jaws Effect.' And the fin-phobia extended far away from New York state. That same month in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, a tourism chief bemoaned, 'We feel this movie is adversely affecting our coastal economy.' Films can still hurt local economies today, of course. 'Snow White' did because nobody went to see it. The reverberations of 1970s smashes such as 'Jaws,' 'The Exorcist' and 'Star Wars' were enormous beyond what we can imagine now. 5 'The Exorcist' had a major affect on the 'satanic panic' of the 1980s. ©Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection Advertisement Take the ingenious demonic possession picture. One shaken man who saw 'The Exorcist' in 1973 broke three ribs during a screening. He's not sure how it happened. Ticket-buyers were vomiting at their seats. A theater in Boston kept 'a stockpile of smelling salts' to wake up patrons who fainted. William Friedkin's landmark film went on to become a huge factor in the 'satanic panic' of the 1980s, which saw thousands of unsubstantiated claims of satanic ritual abuse ripple across America. Back then, blockbusters also rocked the Oval Office. Advertisement 5 Even 'Star Wars' made its way to the White House. When President Reagan announced his 1983 Strategic Defense Initiative, a plan to use futuristic technology to prevent a nuclear attack, the press jokingly nicknamed it 'Star Wars.' The moniker stuck. I'm pretty sure we won't be reading about 'the Lilo & Stitch law' anytime soon. Obviously, the world is different. 'Monoculture,' entertainment that's experienced by everybody, no longer exists. We're inundated by niche fare and Saltine retreads. Maybe a movie just can't pack the social punch that one could 50 years ago. Advertisement Then again, no one expected 'Jaws' to explode the way it did. Implode, more likely. Production went 100 days over schedule and nearly $6 million over budget. Some thought its director would never work again. But the next time you sprint out of the water screaming because that fin you saw turned out to be a cute little dolphin, blame Spielberg.
