Glen Powell became more selective about the roles he takes after his breakout performance in Maverick. His 2023 romantic comedy, Anyone But You, starring alongside Sydney Sweeney, was a financial hit, and their chemistry suggests they could become the next big rom-com duo. In 2024, he starred in the action film Twisters and showcased his charisma as a leading man in Hit Man, a film he co-wrote with director Richard Linklater.
Despite its challenges, the film still has a chance at Oscar recognition. It’s very possible the Academy will acknowledge the skilled work that went into making it, potentially earning nominations in technical categories like sound, editing, or visual effects. But with so many strong contenders this year, that might not be enough to overcome the historical pattern of Marvel Cinematic Universe films rarely winning major awards.
Starring Jessica Chastain and Chris Pine, along with Josh Brolin, Charles Melton, Don Cheadle, and Oscar winner Mikey Madison, My Darling California is a Los Angeles-based story about how one crime brings together a diverse group of people. The film follows a TV host, his wife who feels unfulfilled, a famous country singer, a pair of petty criminals, and a recently released ex-con, all searching for a fresh start.
With the conclusion of Yellowstone in December 2024, viewers are eager to find a new Western show to love. While Taylor Sheridan is well-known in the genre, Netflix’s latest series proves he now faces strong competition.
When Bailey appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to celebrate being named People‘s Sexiest Man Alive, Jimmy Fallon asked if he’d ever be interested in playing Batman. Bailey didn’t directly answer, instead discussing the importance of the Batman character. However, he did hint that he’d be willing to work with director James Gunn. Fallon also playfully suggested he could play Robin, and Bailey responded with:
What we know about The Batman Part II is limited, as it’ll be years before it finally hits theaters. Fans who spent years watching the DC movies in order are curious about how the burgeoning franchise (which is streaming with a HBO Max subscription) will bring in more of Batman’s villains. In a video on Instagram, Petsch admitted that she’s actively trying to play Poison Ivy, saying:
It’s confirmed that Elijah Byrnum, known for Magazine Dreams, is directing a new film called My Darling California. The movie is a dark comedy crime thriller and features a strong cast including Madison, Chastain, Brolin, Oscar-nominee Don Cheadle (from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier), and Charles Melton, who you may know from Riverdale.
Marvel Studios is currently finishing up work on Avengers: Doomsday, directed by Joe and Anthony Russo. The film is expected to hit US theaters next year, and a follow-up movie, Avengers: Secret Wars, is planned for release in 2027.
Macaulay Culkin has “reprised” his role as Kevin in a new ad campaign for Home Instead, a senior care company. The ad (posted by ET) shows Kevin covering the house from Home Alone in bubble wrap in order to keep his aging mother safe, when he meets the granddaughter of an old friend. Check it out:
As a movie buff, I’ve been checking FlixPatrol, and it looks like Red One is wrapping up its run on Prime Video’s Top 10 – it’s currently at number 10 in the US. It’s interesting to see everyone switching gears after Halloween, really getting into the Christmas mood! Red One isn’t the only holiday film doing well, though. Jim Carrey’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas is right behind it at number 2, having actually been the top movie for the last three days! Now, Tyler Perry’s Finding Joy has taken the number one spot – it’s a Christmas drama, which just goes to show how much everyone is embracing the holiday spirit on Prime Video right now.