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Gizmodo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
‘M3GAN 2.0' Will Not Slay in Japan
The hits just keep coming for M3GAN 2.0, as Universal is opting to not release it in Japan. Originally, the action-horror sequel was set to come out in the territory on October 10. Now, the movie's Japanese Twitter account announced in a (translated) post the studio 'decided to cancel the theatrical release of [the film]. We thank you for your continued support and ask for your understanding.' 『M3GAN／ミーガン 2.0』劇場公開中止のお知らせ 10月10日（金）に日本劇場公開を予定しておりました『M3GAN／ミーガン 2.0』につきまして、劇場公開を中止することを決定いたしましたのでお知らせいたします。日頃のご支援に感謝申し上げるとともに、ご理解のほどお願い申し上げます。 — 映画『M3GAN／ミーガン 2.0』公式 (@m3gan_JP) August 1, 2025M3GAN 2.0 first came out in late June in North America and other territories, but it had some sizeable competition in How to Train Your Dragon and F1. With its thunder stolen, the box office dropoff was so steep, Blumhouse head Jason Blum admitted that it bit off more than it could chew. The sequel's theatrical release being junked in Japan only underlines how we might not see the android again for quite a while, if at all. At the time of writing, Universal hasn't announced if it'll put the film on streaming in the region. On the other hand, the franchise's fortunes may be reversed in its upcoming spinoff, SOULM8TE. The already-made erotic thriller starring Lily Sullivan and David Rysdahl about a man buying an android to replace his dead wife is expected for January 2026, and it could be the save Blumhouse needs to keep making M3GAN movies. Until then, U.S. fans can watch M3GAN 2.0 digitally or wait for its physical, unrated release on September 23. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
Geek Vibes Nation
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
Universal To Release The Sci-Fi Sequel 'M3GAN 2.0' On 4K UHD Blu-Ray In A New Unrated Form This September
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment has announced that they will be releasing the sci-fi sequel M3GAN 2.0 in an all-new unrated form on 4K UHD, Blu-Ray, and DVD on September 23, 2025. The film is currently available on Digital platforms. The film comes from director Gerard Johnstone, and Allison Williams (Get Out, 'Girls') reprises her role as M3GAN's creator, joined by returning cast members Violet McGraw ('The Haunting of Hill House'), Amie Donald, and Jenna Davis. The film welcomes new talents including Ivanna Sakhno (Ahsoka), Aristotle Athari (Saturday Night Live), Timm Sharp ('Percy Jackson and the Olympians') and Grammy winner and 11-time Emmy nominee Jemaine Clement (What We Do in the Shadows). The 4K UHD Blu-Ray release will feature Dolby Atmos audio and over 30 minutes of exclusive bonus content including scene breakdowns and a behind-the-scenes look at rebuilding M3GAN. Get more details below! Synopsis: When an autonomous android engineered to be the ultimate weapon threatens M3GAN's beloved Cady, M3GAN convinces her creator, Gemma, to give her a glow-up that makes the original A.I. diva even deadlier. Armed with wild new upgrades and her same iconic attitude, M3GAN claps back against the wannabe techno-terror in a fierce faceoff to crown the baddest bot built for maximum mayhem. BONUS FEATURES ON DIGITAL, 4K UHD, BLU-RAY AND DVD: UNRATED VERSION – Upgraded with enhanced kills, deleted scenes and more blood & carnage, see the unrated version that was too gruesome for theaters! – Upgraded with enhanced kills, deleted scenes and more blood & carnage, see the unrated version that was too gruesome for theaters! Total Upgrade: Making M3GAN 2.0 – Equipped with some killer upgrades, the team that unleashed M3GAN returns. Cast and crew take you through the artistry and craftsmanship that went into building a bigger, badder, and bloodier sequel. – Equipped with some killer upgrades, the team that unleashed M3GAN returns. Cast and crew take you through the artistry and craftsmanship that went into building a bigger, badder, and bloodier sequel. Droid DNA – Unveil M3GAN 2.0 as she prepares to tackle rogue military asset Amelia. Go behind the scenes and see the puppetry, technology, and animatronics that brought these deadly droids to life. – Unveil M3GAN 2.0 as she prepares to tackle rogue military asset Amelia. Go behind the scenes and see the puppetry, technology, and animatronics that brought these deadly droids to life. The Art of Slaying – The cast and stunt team discuss creating and executing the film's most explosive and gruesome action sequences. Special effects and prop teams go into the gory details that make up the guts of the film. – The cast and stunt team discuss creating and executing the film's most explosive and gruesome action sequences. Special effects and prop teams go into the gory details that make up the guts of the film. Scene Breakdown: Embrace AI Convention – From a dance battle to a blood fest, this breakdown will show how each department worked together to create this epic and deadly sequence. Before we let you go, we have officially launched our merch store! Check out all of our amazing apparel when you click here and type in GVN15 at checkout for a 15% discount! Make sure to check out our podcasts each week including Geek Vibes Live, Top 10 with Tia, Wrestling Geeks Alliance and more! For major deals and money off on Amazon, make sure to use our affiliate link!
Forbes
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Unrated Version Of ‘M3GAN 2.0' New On Streaming This Week
Allison Williams in "M3GAN 2.0." An unrated version of 'M3GAN 2.0,' the sequel to the 2022 hit horror thriller, is new on digital streaming this week. The PG-13 version of M3GAN 2.0 opened in theaters on June 27. The summary for the film reads, 'When an autonomous android (Ivanna Sakhno) engineered to be the ultimate weapon threatens M3GAN's beloved Cady (Violet McGraw), M3GAN convinces her creator, Gemma (Allison Williams), to give her a glow-up that makes the original AI diva even deadlier. 'Armed with wild new upgrades and her same iconic attitude, M3GAN claps back against the wannabe techno-terror in a fierce faceoff to crown the baddest bot built for maximum mayhem.' Directed by Gerard Johnstone, M3GAN 2.0 also stars Brian Jordan Alvarez, Jen Van Epps, Aristotle Athari, Timm Sharp and Jemaine Clement. Universal Studios Home Entertainment announced on Monday that the unrated version of M3GAN 2.0 will be released on Tuesday, July 15. The film will be available for purchase or rent on digital streaming via premium on demand on such platforms as Apple TV, Fandango at Home Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Microsoft Movies & TV and Prime Video. The unrated version of M3GAN 2.0 will only be available for consumers who purchase the film on PVOD, which costs $24.99. USHE noted in a press release that the unrated version of M3GAN 2.0 is 'upgraded with enhanced kills, deleted scenes and more blood and carnage, see the unrated version that was too gruesome for theaters.' The PG-13 version will be available for rent on PVOD. Since digital rentals are generally $5 less than purchase prices, consumers can expect to rent M3GAN 2.0 for $19.99 for a 48-hour period. 'M3GAN 2.0' Purchasers Will Also Get Bonus Features According to USHE, consumers who purchase M3GAN 2.0 on PVOD will not only get the unrated version of the film, but the following bonus featurettes: Total Upgrade: Making M3GAN 2.0 - Equipped with some killer upgrades, the team that unleashed M3GAN returns. Cast and crew take you through the artistry and craftsmanship that went into building a bigger, badder, and bloodier sequel. Droid DNA - Unveil M3GAN 2.0 as she prepares to tackle rogue military asset Amelia. Go behind the scenes and see the puppetry, technology, and animatronics that brought these deadly droids to life. The Art of Slaying - The cast and stunt team discuss creating and executing the film's most explosive and gruesome action sequences. Special effects and prop teams go into the gory details that make up the guts of the film. Scene Breakdown: Embrace AI Convention - From a dance battle to a blood fest, this breakdown will show how each department worked together to create this epic and deadly sequence. M3GAN 2.0 is new on PVOD on Tuesday.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Box Office: ‘F1' Leads the Pack With $25 Million Opening Day, ‘M3GAN 2.0' Not So Fab in Fourth Place Debut
Apple Studios is scoring its biggest opening ever with the Brad Pitt racing thriller 'F1,' headed for first in its box office debut. Meanwhile, Universal's 'M3GAN 2.0' isn't catching the same spark in its opening, projecting a fourth-place start behind holdovers 'How to Train Your Dragon' and 'Elio.' On top, 'F1' hit the track with $25 million across Friday and previews from 3,661 locations. (A small asterisk: that's boosted by $2.8 million from specialty screenings dating before Thursday, the weekday when wide releases traditionally first start collecting grosses.) The movie is playing in Imax auditoriums and most other premium-large formats too. Apple outsourced distribution here, partnering with Warner Bros. The team-up has made a splash. More from Variety Box Office: 'F1' Makes $10 Million in Previews, 'M3GAN 2.0' Has $1.5 Million Brad Pitt's L.A. Home Ransacked by Burglars 'M3GAN 2.0' Director Gerard Johnstone on AMELIA, 'Monster High' and the 'Thorny Territory' of AI in Film Industry tracking was all over the place for 'F1,' given the relative rarity of big-budget adult-skewing productions outside of established film franchises (though the Formula One Group's branding and grand prix racing tournaments are still globally popular IP — the basis for most summer tentpoles). 'F1' is now on pace to hit the upper end of its pre-weekend forecasts, which were predicting a debut as high as $60 million. The movie is already Apple's biggest opening weekend ever, surpassing the $23.2 million three-day bow of 'Killers of the Flower Moon' on Friday. It's a sizable stateside launch for 'F1,' and the film is expected to be heavily buoyed by international grosses given Formula One's popularity overseas. Apple spent big on its stab at a summer blockbuster, with a production budget north of $200 million. Of course, Apple is also a multi-trillion-dollar tech giant, with one theatrical release having relatively little immediate impact on its bottom line, especially compared to traditional studios. Still, the company would like to deliver a hit here and establish itself as a true theatrical presence, especially after its expensive 2024 commercial plays, 'Argylle' and 'Fly Me to the Moon,' failed to find footing in theaters. The duo of producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Joseph Kosinski (coming off delivering a monster hit in 2022 with 'Top Gun: Maverick') has delivered another crowdpleaser with 'F1.' Reviews have been positive and audience pollster CinemaScore delivered a glowing 'A' grade. Those great notices could portend strong staying power, if 'F1' can keep up as 'Jurassic World: Rebirth' and 'Superman' release in the weeks ahead. Meanwhile, the android actioner 'M3GAN 2.0' earned a muted $4.5 million across Friday and preview screenings. It's now projected for a three-day debut of $10.4 million. That's way behind its projections for $20 million and just over a third of what the first 'M3GAN' earned in its breakout opening back in January 2023, lifted by the momentum of TikTok dancing meme-dom. It's not a flattering comp considering Universal and Blumhouse/Atomic Monster doubled the spending for this sequel. At a $25 million production budget, the film is still much less of a financial burden than the average franchise play. All told, 'M3GAN 2.0' doesn't need to draw a massive crowd to turn a profit (and the 'B+' grade on CinemaScore indicates good buzz from viewers). But this is shaping up to be a rough drop-off from the box office performance of the original 'M3GAN' — not to mention this sequel garnered much worse reviews. The failure to deliver a franchise opening is all the more rankling considering a spin-off, titled 'Soulm8te,' has already been shot and slated for a January 2026 release from Universal. 'M3GAN 2.0' continues what has been a quiet year for Blumhouse, which has kept with its tradition of tight budgets, but hasn't found much upside in titles like 'Wolf Man,' 'The Woman in the Yard' and 'Drop.' The banner's next at-bat is another sequel, 'The Black Phone 2,' releasing from Universal in October. Meanwhile, Universal can still claim second place with 'How to Train Your Dragon,' which added another $5.7 million on Friday and is projecting a 48% drop for a third-weekend gross of $19 million. The live-action remake has a shot at surpassing a $200 million domestic total through Sunday, and will soon after fly ahead of 'Captain America: Brave New World' ($200.5 million) to rank as the fourth-highest-grossing North American release of 2025. Disney and Pixar's 'Elio' is narrowly projected for third, earning another $3.2 million on Friday. (That's more than 'M3GAN 2.0' after factoring out Thursday preview grosses.) The original alien adventure is actually looking at a good hold in its second outing, though not strong enough to overcome its rough opening weekend, which broke the record for Pixar's lowest ever. 'Elio' has now earned $34.7 million domestically through its first eight days of release — a disappointing start for the $150 million production. Rounding out the top five, Sony's '28 Years Later' is getting a big bite taken out of it. The hopeful trilogy-starter earned $3 million on Friday and is projecting a second weekend of $9.5 million, down 68% from its opening. Great reviews haven't shielded director Danny Boyle's zombie thriller from a sharp drop. Domestic total is expected to hit $50 million through the first 10 days. A sequel, '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,' has already been filmed and is expected to be released in January. Boyle has openly discussed that financing for a third and final entry is dependent on box office performance. 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Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fast cars vs. killer dolls: ‘F1,' ‘M3GAN 2.0' gear up for box-office showdown
Two major films are revving up for big debuts at the box office for the June 27-29 weekend, with Apple Original Films' ambitious Formula One drama F1: The Movie and Universal's campy horror sequel M3GAN 2.0 each eyeing strong openings. F1 is tracking to debut above $30 million in the U.S., with some forecasts suggesting that the film, starring Brad Pitt as a retired Formula One driver mentoring a rookie (Damson Idris), could start as high as $40 million–$45 million domestically and even race toward $50 million–$60 million if momentum builds. Internationally, where Formula One has a massive fan base, Warner Bros., distributing the film for Apple, is hoping for a $75 million-plus haul across 77 markets. Directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and carrying a hefty $200 million production budget, global success is key for F1 to justify Apple's gamble on theatrical releases. More from Gold Derby Marge lives! Here are 3 other 'Simpsons' characters that returned from the grave - and 3 who stayed dead 'Squid Game' Season 3: Reviews warn of a divisive WTF sprint to the finish line SEE 'F1: The Movie' reviews: Brad Pitt burns rubber with 'macho panache' in a high-octane thrill ride Meanwhile, M3GAN 2.0 — the sequel to Blumhouse and Universal's viral horror hit — looks poised for a softer but still solid $20 million debut in the crowded summer movie season. The original M3GAN, released in January 2023, shocked industry expectations by opening to $30 million and legging out to $95 million domestically ($180 million worldwide) on a mere $12 million budget, fueled by its viral TikTok dance routines. This time, the PG-13 killer doll movie returns with upgraded thrills and escapist stakes, as the titular AI is rebuilt to stop a humanoid robot aiming for world domination. With a modest $25 million budget, M3GAN 2.0 doesn't need a blockbuster showing to turn a profit. SEE 'M3GAN 2.0' reviews say the sequel is both too much and not enough F1 is expected to dominate the domestic charts, propelled by Pitt's star power, Kosinski's storytelling expertise, and Formula One's global popularity (Lewis Hamilton even serves as a producer). While F1 seems geared to attract older male audiences, M3GAN 2.0 is strongest with younger women and remains a social media sensation. Both films will face heavy competition as Universal's Jurassic World: Rebirth roars into cinemas on July 2, along with holdover hits like Disney/Pixar's Elio and Sony's 28 Years Later. Gold Derby readers predict that F1: The Movie will win the June 27-29 weekend with between $25 million and $50 million domestically. M3GAN 2.0 is the runner-up selection of our oddsmakers. : Director: Joseph KosinskiDistributor: Apple Original Films/Warner Bros.A Formula One driver comes out of retirement to mentor and team up with a younger driver. The action-packed sports drama, starring Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, and Javier Bardem, has a running time of two hours, 35 minutes, and is rated PG-13. F1: The Movie is certified "fresh" with a 84 percent score per the aggregated critic reviews at Rotten Tomatoes; "generally favorbale" reviews compiled by Metacritic resulted in an overall score of 68 percent. Director: Gerard JohnstoneDistributor: Universal PicturesTwo years after M3GAN's rampage, her creator, Gemma, resorts to resurrecting her infamous creation in order to take down Amelia, the military-grade weapon who was built by a defense contractor who stole M3GAN's underlying tech. The horror sci-fi thriller, starring Allison Williams, Amie Donald, and the voice of Jenna Davis, has a running time of two hours, and is rated PG-13. M3GAN 2.0 is certified "rotten" with a 59 percent score per the aggregated critic reviews at Rotten Tomatoes; "mixed" reviews compiled by Metacritic resulted in an overall score of 54 percent. After strong test audience reactions and early previews, F1 is poised to dominate the box office with a projected opening of over $40 million. M3GAN 2.0 is expected to scare up enough fans for a strong second-place debut, bringing in over $20 million. Meanwhile, Universal's How to Train Your Dragon remains steady in its third week, giving the killer doll some competition as it eyes $20 million as well. The live-action remake has already amassed an impressive $200 million domestically and $376 million worldwide. Rounding out the top five, Disney/Pixar's Elio and Sony's 28 Years Later are set to continue their box office battle from last week. Though the horror sequel took the lead in their initial matchup, the animated family movie is projected to have more staying power, edging out 28 Years Later with both films aiming for $13 million this weekend. Here are Gold Derby's predictions box-office rankings for the top five: 1. F1: The Movie2. M3GAN 2.03. How to Train Your Dragon4. Elio5. 28 Years Later Do you agree or disagree with those rankings? Make your predictions right now — it's fun and easy! Join the box-office discussion in our forums. Best of Gold Derby Everything to know about 'The Batman 2': Returning cast, script finalized Tom Cruise movies: 17 greatest films ranked worst to best 'It was wonderful to be on that ride': Christian Slater talks his beloved roles, from cult classics ('Heathers,' 'True Romance') to TV hits ('Mr. Robot,' 'Dexter: Original Sin') Click here to read the full article.
