‘Gladiator II’ review: More of the same but still satisfying
Ridley Scott’s 2000 sword-and-sandal epic “Gladiator” closed on a memorable shot that became an indelible image associated with the film: Russell Crowe’s hand, callused and…
Will there be an Elf sequel? Christmas movie poster with Will Ferrell dressed as Buddy explained
CHRISTMAS just wouldn't be Christmas without watching the holiday classic movie, Elf.In November 2024, rumors began to swirl that there would be a sequel to…
‘Smile 2’ review: Superior sequel ups horror stakes, volume
Say cheese! This October, there’s something to beam about, which is a horror sequel that eclipses its predecessor. That’s right, “Smile 2,” the follow-up to…
‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ is here for you to hate (as intended?)
Say you’re a senior at UC Irvine (Go, Anteaters!), majoring in drama/theater arts and stagecraft and some well-intentioned “friend” sends you a link to the…
Opinion: Trump is already starring in the sequel to his 2020 disaster: ‘The Jan. 6 Insurrection II’
The unsealing last week of the government’s case against Donald Trump for trying to overturn his 2020 election loss was a gift to 2024 voters,…
‘Joker: Folie á Deux’ review: Phoenix, Gaga skimp on villainy
Folie à deux — a shared madness — is a natural theme for a musical romance between Batman characters, but in Todd Phillips’ fitfully paced…
Ghost of Tsushima sequel and classic remasters announced during PlayStation’s State of Play
PLAYSTATION recently held its State of Play featuring 23 games and some hardware announcements.The most popular game announced was Ghost of Yotei, a sequel to…
Spider-Man 4 gets major update for highly-anticipated sequel after third film's huge success
The next instalment in the Spider-Man franchise has announced a massive update as fans demand a fourth film following the third film's release in 2021.…
Bright summer box office gives a gloomy film industry hope
Foul-mouthed superheroes, babbling Minions and plenty of Anxiety (the animated kind) have propelled this summer’s box office past the winter and spring theatrical doldrums, marking…
D23 Expo: Disney is betting its future on sequels and Baby Yoda
If there’s one thing Disney knows how to do, it’s put on show.The various arms of Walt Disney Studios — including Disney Animation, Pixar, Lucasfilm…
Jon Landau dead: Oscar-winning ‘Titanic’ and ‘Avatar’ producer was 63
Jon Landau, an Oscar-winning producer who worked closely with director James Cameron on “Titanic” and the “Avatar” series, has died. He was 63.Alan Bergman, Disney…
‘Inside Out 2’ becomes biggest hit of 2024 in just 10 days
NEW YORK — Weekend No. 2 was just as joyous for “Inside Out 2.” The Pixar sequel collected $100 million in ticket sales in its second…
High School Musical fans go wild after getting sneak peak inside real resort used in sequel
You can play on the golf course where Zac Efron sang, or chill by the pool where Sharpay sunbathed at the iconic spot used in…
‘The Strangers – Chapter 1’ review: Sequel not worth the effort
“The Strangers - Chapter 1” is the third film in an ongoing franchise, following the surprise hit of 2008’s “The Strangers” and its diminishing-returns 2018…
Neve Campbell will return for ‘Scream 7’: ‘Sidney Prescott is coming back!!!!’
The original “Scream” queen is back — Neve Campbell announced Tuesday she’d be returning to the franchise for the upcoming seventh film. “Sidney Prescott is…
Lindsay Lohan confirms ‘Freaky Friday’ sequel with Jamie Lee Curtis
Before the movie further ages “like the Crypt Keeper,” Lindsay Lohan has a few words about the “Freaky Friday” sequel. Like, very few. Lohan confirmed…
Tommy Orange talks ‘There There’ sequel ‘Wandering Stars’
On the Shelf Wandering Stars By Tommy OrangeKnopf Publishing Group: 336 pages, $29 If you buy books linked on our site, The Times may earn…