Movies

The feature film “War Machine” and the series “His & Hers” have topped the charts as the most-watched Netflix titles for the first half of 2026, according to official viewership data released by the streaming giant. “War Machine,” starring Alan Ritchson, amassed 146.9 million views. Directed by Patrick Hughes, this science-fiction action flick follows a...

Academy Award-winning director Christopher Nolan has admitted that the production of Odyssey left him physically and creatively drained. The filmmaker intends to take a hiatus of “at least three years.” This interval aligns with the release cadence of his previous projects, including Interstellar, Dunkirk, Tenet, and Oppenheimer. “I have certainly pushed the limits of my...

Actress Jessica Alba, known for her roles in Fantastic Four and Sin City, has officially joined the cast of the upcoming 13 Going on 30 romantic comedy reboot. The film is set to premiere exclusively on Netflix. She joins a talented ensemble that includes Emily Bader (Holidate), Logan Lerman (Percy Jackson), and Adeline Rudolph (Mortal...

Streaming platforms PREMIER and START have officially announced the start of production for the follow-up to “Eavesdropping in Rybinsk,” now titled “Eavesdropping in Vyborg.” The story shifts its setting to Vyborg in the Leningrad Region. The narrative follows Vitalik, an unassuming postal worker who inadvertently witnesses a bizarre incident, thrusting him into a high-stakes struggle...

Disney is developing a live-action spin-off centered on Tiana, the iconic heroine from “The Princess and the Frog,” according to Deadline. Oscar nominee Colman Domingo, known for his roles in “Euphoria” and “Michael,” is set to co-write the screenplay. Released in 2009, “The Princess and the Frog” holds a special place in cinematic history as...

The third installment of the “Serf” (“Kholop”) franchise has officially surpassed the 1 billion ruble mark at the domestic box office, according to data from the Unified Automated Information System (EAIS). The film reached this milestone just over a month after its theatrical debut on June 11. It now stands as the fifth Russian production...

Christopher Nolan’s epic, “The Odyssey,” has shattered records, pulling in $17.6 million during its US preview screenings. This impressive debut currently stands as the highest preview figure of the year, narrowly surpassing Pixar’s “Toy Story 5,” which previously held the top spot with $17.5 million. “The Odyssey” also outperformed the preview earnings of Nolan’s previous...

Renowned actress Brenda Fricker has passed away at the age of 82, according to media reports. Born in Dublin in 1945, Fricker began her professional journey appearing in British television soap operas. Her major breakthrough arrived with the 1989 drama “My Left Foot.” Her powerful performance in the film earned her an Academy Award for...

Ryan Hurst has officially departed the *God of War* television series, an adaptation of the acclaimed video game franchise. The actor suffered a severe injury while filming the project late last June. Hurst sustained a torn bicep tendon during a high-stakes action sequence. Information regarding his successor for the lead role of Kratos has yet...

Jenna Ortega, the breakout star of “Wednesday,” is set to headline the upcoming sports drama *Nasty*, according to reports from Deadline. Ortega will share the screen with Oscar nominee Rose Byrne (*Insidious*), under the direction of filmmaker Karyn Kusama (notably, the project will be directed by Julia Halperin and Jason Cortlund under the guidance of...