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News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Definitely More Magic': Now You See Me Star Dave Franco Teases Franchise's Future
Last Updated: Previously, Franco teased Now You See Me: Now You Don't would be 'everything you want', and said Rosamund Pike's villain was a particular standout. Dave Franco hopes to 'make many more" Now You See Me movies. The 40-year-old actor is set to reprise his role as street magician Jack Wilder in the upcoming threequel Now You See Me: Now You Don't, and with a fourth film also on the way, Franco has shared he hopes the series will continue after the next flick. Speaking with Screen Rant, he said: 'Now You See Me 3, coming out in November — the gang is back, definitely more magic. I'm learning new ways to throw cards. I have the greatest time with that cast. I think our natural love for each other bleeds onto the screen, and I hope to make many more with them." As well as Franco, Now You See Me: Now You Don't – which hits screens on November 14, 2025 – will see the return of his other Four Horsemen co-stars: J. Daniel Atlas (Jesse Eisenberg), Merritt McKinney (Woody Harrelson) and Henley Reeves (Isla Fisher). Now You See Me: Now You Don't will also see Mark Ruffalo and Morgan Freeman reprise their roles as Dylan Rhodes and Thaddeus Bradley, respectively, while newcomers Ariana Greenblatt, Justice Smith, and Dominic Sessa join the cast as the next generation of magicians. Previously, Franco teased Now You See Me: Now You Don't would be 'everything you want", and said Rosamund Pike's villain was a particular standout. He told Collider: 'We got some new fun characters – we got an incredible villain with Rosamund Pike, who's just an absolute pro. It's everything you want." Reflecting on his Four Horsemen co-stars – who he has appeared alongside since the first Now You See Me in 2013 – Franco said the 'natural camaraderie" they share 'bleeds through onto the screen". The Together actor said: 'I've known this cast for nearly 15 years now, and we all genuinely love each other. There's no set that I laugh on more. I just adore these people, and I think the natural camaraderie that we have kind of bleeds through onto the screen, and people can feel how much fun we're having." In Now You See Me: Now You Don't – directed by Ruben Fleischer – The Four Horsemen appear to have gone their separate ways at the start of the film. In the first trailer, Eisenberg's J. Daniel Atlas tells a new generation of illusionists that his former team is 'dead." He then clarifies: 'To me. Things got too real for them. They gave up stuff." The plot centres on a daring diamond heist that unites both the original Horsemen and new characters, played by Greenblatt, Smith, and Sessa, as they face off against a powerful criminal organisation. The movie's title, Now You See Me: Now You Don't, was revealed during CinemaCon in April, where Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair Adam Fogelson also announced that Fleischer is set to return for a fourth instalment in the franchise. Fogelson said: 'We were so happy with the director's cut, we're already developing the next chapter. We can't wait for audiences to discover what he's done with the third film and thrilled he'll be making even more magic with us." First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'Perfect' cat and mouse thriller that 'keeps you guessing' is streaming this weekend
The star-studded mystery thriller and its sequel are both coming to streaming this weekend. Popular heist movie Now You See Me is available to stream this weekend alongside its sequel film, Now You See Me 2. Fans are being urged to re-watch the films ahead of 2025's Now You See Me: Now You Don't, which will mark the third film in the trilogy when it is released in November. While the critical consensus for the film is decidedly mixed at 51%, Now You See Me has a respectable Rotten Tomatoes audience score of 70%, with one fan describing it as the 'perfect cat and mouse' story. Other fans have described the heist movie as a 'comfort watch', with many applauding the film's entertaining twists. The stylish magician-focused flick also comprises a stellar cast, including Mark Ruffalo, Jessie Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher and Dave Franco, as well as Hollywood legends Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. The synopsis for the movie reads: 'Charismatic magician Atlas (Jesse Eisenberg) leads a team of talented illusionists called the Four Horsemen. 'Atlas and his comrades mesmerize audiences with a pair of amazing magic shows that drain the bank accounts of the corrupt and funnel the money to audience members. 'A federal agent (Mark Ruffalo) and an Interpol detective (Mélanie Laurent) intend to rein in the Horsemen before their next caper, and they turn to Thaddeus (Morgan Freeman), a famous debunker, for help.' Fans can now catch up with the original film and its sequel on Paramount+, which has a seven-day free trial included in its subscription. Taking to the comments section of Rotten Tomatoes, fans have shared their thoughts on the 2013 thriller. Many praised the film's ability to entertain, with one writing: 'Such a fun movie. I thoroughly enjoyed it from the first scene to the last. So entertaining!' 'Entertaining and I loved that I didn't have it figured out,' another agreed, while a third wrote: 'Maybe people just don't like magic but I was TOTALLY entertained. Love it!' Others gave the film a perfect score, with one fan writing: 'Absolutely amazing. Unique magic tricks and a new form of heists involving entertaining suspense. 10/10. I loved it.' 'Loved it! Perfect cat and mouse movie leaving you guessing the entire time,' another agreed. More fans praised the film's many twists, with one commenting: 'A thrilling movie that keeps you guessing at every single turn on what the Four Horsemen might do and why they do it.' Another enthused: 'Absolutely loved the movie, very clever, twists and turns, great acting and actors I love! I will watch this many times!' 'This is one of my favorite movies to watch. I love the twist and how they use their shows to present it to you,' one more fan penned, as another concurred: 'One of my favourite movies.' Another fan left a thoughtful review, which read: 'The magic isn't just confined to the vocation of the main characters in this complex and charismatic 2013 crowd-pleaser.' One more person summed up their thoughts on the film by writing: 'Now You See Me delivers a fast-paced, stylish thrill ride that blends the intrigue of a heist film with the spectacle of stage magic.' However, not everyone was a fan, with one viewer complaining: 'Boring , predictable, and the ending draws on for nearly 30 minutes.' Another shared: 'Not my cup of tea. Plenty of good performers here, but overall it seemed weak and not as spectacular as it could've been. The ending plot twist seemed a little dry and not as breath grasping as it could've been.' One more fan provided a balanced review, reflecting: 'I realise this movie has its flaws…it's a bit precious, the characters are a bit cartoonish, and the plot is contrived and strains the imagination. That being said, it's one of my favourite comfort films, as it requires nothing but suspension of disbelief and a willingness to be entertained without any further expectations.' Now You See Me and Now You See Me 2 are available to watch on Paramount Plus from Saturday, July 26.
Perth Now
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
‘It's everything you want': Dave Franco teases Now You See Me: Now You Don't
Dave Franco has teased 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' will be "everything you want". The 39-year-old actor is set to reprise his role as street magician Jack Wilder in the upcoming threequel, and has now teased 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' will delight fans - with Rosamund Pike's new villain being a particular stand-out. Speaking to Collider, Franco said: "We got some new fun characters - we got an incredible villain with Rosamund Pike, who's just an absolute pro. It's everything you want." As well as Pike, 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' will introduce the next generation of magicians as portrayed by Ariana Greenblatt, Justice Smith, and Dominic Sessa. Meanwhile, Franco will be reteaming with his fellow 'Now You See Me' co-stars Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Mark Ruffalo and Morgan Freeman. Reflecting on reuniting with 'The Four Horsemen' - as portrayed by himself, Harrelson, Eisenberg and Fisher - Franco pointed to the "natural camaraderie" they share, which he believes "bleeds through onto the screen". He said: "I've known this cast for nearly 15 years now, and we all genuinely love each other. There's no set that I laugh on more. "I just adore these people, and I think the natural camaraderie that we have kind of bleeds through onto the screen, and people can feel how much fun we're having." 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' - which is being directed by Ruben Fleischer - will see the return of 'The Four Horsemen', though they appear to be disbanded as a group in the early moments of the movie. Eisenberg's J. Daniel Atlas tells a new generation of illusionists his former team is "dead" in a trailer for the new flick, which is slated for release in November. He clarifies: "To me. Things got too real for them. They gave up stuff." The story of 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' revolves around a diamond heist, involving both the original Horsemen and newcomers played by Greenblatt, Smith and Sessa, as they work together against a criminal organisation. Greenblatt's character declares in the trailer: "I like our odds." The title for 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' was unveiled last month at CinemaCon, where Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair Adam Fogelson revealed Fleischer would also return for a fourth movie. Fogelson said: "We were so happy with the director's cut, we're already developing the next chapter. "We can't wait for audiences to discover what he's done with the third film and thrilled he'll be making even more magic with us." Fleischer added: "Directing 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' was as much fun as making any movie in my career. "It combines two of my favorite things - heist movies and magic - and working with this incredible cast was truly magical. Of course I want to keep it going."
Business Insider
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
'Now You See Me' is back after almost a decade. Here's what to know about the third film of the heist franchise.
The "Now You See Me" franchise is back nine years after the second film was released. "Now You See Me, Now You Don't" continues the story of a secret organization of magicians, called the Four Horsemen, who pull off seemingly impossible heists and take down criminals. The two previous films did reasonably well for a studio movie at the box office, each making over $300 million worldwide. The first film, released in 2013, performed better than its 2016 sequel. Jon Feltheimer, the CEO of Lionsgate, which produces and distributes the "Now You See Me" franchise, told analysts on a conference call about quarterly earning in 2015 that a third film was in the works, Variety reported. The project did not pick up steam until last year, following a trend of major studios relying more on remakes or sequels to attract audiences to theaters. "Now You See Me, Now You Don't" will be released in theaters on November 14, a week before the highly anticipated " Wicked" sequel, which could impact the heist film's box office performance. Isla Fisher returns to the 'Now You See Me' franchise, alongside new actors Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, and Dave Franco starred in the first film as four talented magicians — J. Daniel Atlas, Merritt McKinney, Henley Reeves, and Jack Wilder — who join a mysterious organization called the Eye and form the Four Horsemen. Fisher wasn't in "Now You See Me 2" — she was pregnant when it was filmed — but she is back for the third film, alongside Harrelson, Eisenberg, Franco, and Morgan Freeman, who plays Thaddeus Bradley, the leader of the Eye. Lizzy Caplan, who played Lulu in "Now You See Me 2" and replaced Fisher's character Henley as the fourth Horseman, has not been cast in the third film. Mark Ruffalo, who played the Four Horsemen's mastermind, Dylan Rhodes, is also notably absent from the third movie's cast. Rosamund Pike has joined the franchise to play Veronika Vanderberg, the head of a global criminal network. Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, and Ariana Greenblatt play a new group of magicians who Eisenberg's character recruits to the Eye. The trailer for 'Now You See Me, Now You Don't' hints that the old guard and the new magicians will work together A trailer, released on Tuesday, gives the first hints at the plot of the third film. Daniel recruits three magicians to take down Veronika's criminal empire. He tells the magicians he doesn't want to work with the other Horsemen because they are "dead" to him, but Henley, Jack, and Meritt show up to help anyway. Thaddeus appears to be leading the Eye despite handing over the reins of the organization to Dylan in the final scene of "Now You See Me 2." Variety reported that Adam Fogelson, Lionsgate's motion picture group chair, said at CinemaCon in April that a fourth "Now You See Me" movie is in development. The third film may end with a tease for the next installment in the franchise. Ruben Fleischer directed the third film and will direct the fourth, too.
The Hindu
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Now You See Me: Now You Don't' trailer: Jesse Eisenberg leads a new generation of magicians
Lionsgate has unveiled the first official trailer for Now You See Me: Now You Don't, the latest chapter in the hit illusionist-heist franchise. Jesse Eisenberg reprises his role as J. Daniel Atlas, who this time is on a mission to assemble a fresh lineup of magicians for a new, mind-bending con. 'I'm talking about a trick that is bigger and better than anything you have ever seen. It's now or never,' Atlas tells the newcomers in the trailer, promising another high-stakes blend of spectacle and deception. Directed by Ruben Fleischer, Now You See Me: Now You Don't brings back fan favorites Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, and Dave Franco, while introducing new faces Ariana Greenblatt, Justice Smith, and Dominic Sessa to the franchise. Rosamund Pike and Morgan Freeman also join the ensemble, with Freeman reprising his role from earlier films. To mark the trailer debut, Lionsgate staged a real-world stunt in New York's Times Square. A digital billboard first teased fans with 'Now You See Me,' followed by a countdown and a surprise reveal of 'Now You Don't.' As the moment hit, fans who had texted in received cash giveaways and a link to the trailer. According to Lionsgate, the new installment promises 'mind-melding twists, turns, surprises, and magic unlike anything ever captured on film.' The story brings the Four Horsemen back into action alongside a new generation of illusionists for another audacious mission. Now You See Me: Now You Don't hits theaters November 14, 2025.
