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A24 is extending the theatrical run of its hit horror sensation, The Backrooms. Starting July 3, U.S. audiences will have the opportunity to experience an enhanced version of the film, titled the “Everything Must Go Edition.” According to reports, this updated cut features 15 minutes of never-before-seen footage, along with exclusive post-credits content helmed by...
Geralt might sound different today if the actor had not pushed for the role. Doug Cockle voiced Geralt in the English versions of The Witcher games. In a recent interview with Polygon, Cockle recalled his early work and a time he almost lost the part. During his initial audition at CD Projekt Red, Cockle developed...
New playable characters are coming to the fighting game. Bandai Namco Entertainment released a gameplay trailer for Tekken 8 featuring Bob. The fighter returns to the franchise wearing a shirt that reads Bob Onigiri: Bigger Than Ever. Players gain early access to the character on August 19, with a full release scheduled for August 24....
Distributors KINOMANIA and RWV Film are bringing Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli’s beloved classic, “Kiki’s Delivery Service,” back to the big screen in Russia. The theatrical re-release is scheduled for July 16. Audiences will have the opportunity to experience a pristine 4K restoration of the film, accompanied by a fresh Russian-language dub produced by Studio...
Image: MAPPA/Netflix Following the massive success of MAPPA’s 15th-anniversary event last Friday, the animation industry is still buzzing. The studio unveiled a powerhouse lineup, including highly anticipated returns for Chainsaw Man: Assassin’s Arc and Jujutsu Kaisen season 4, alongside fresh Netflix collaborations like Beat & Motion and the Ranma ½ remake. Amidst the high-profile sequels,...
The sixth installment of the iconic spoof franchise, “Scary Movie,” is set to arrive on digital platforms on July 21, according to reports from WhenToStream. Anna Faris, Regina Hall, and Marlon Wayans have returned to reprise their lead roles. In this latest chapter, the filmmakers take aim at contemporary horror hits such as “Get Out,”...
Someone kept a factory-sealed copy of the Valve classic for decades. A copy of Half-Life recently sold at a Goldin auction. Bidding started last month at 100 dollars and reached 13,725 dollars after 70 bids. This sale sets a price record for any PC game sold at auction. The copy remains sealed and holds an...
The biographical drama “Michael,” centered on the legendary “King of Pop” Michael Jackson, has officially shattered records to become the highest-grossing biopic in cinematic history, with global earnings reportedly reaching $977 million. “Michael” has surpassed Christopher Nolan’s Academy Award-winning “Oppenheimer,” which previously held the title with $975 million. The film is now poised to cross...
Some players worried the developers were distributing viruses. The real-time strategy game Syrian Warfare has been available on Steam for years. When the Valve summer sale began in late June, users noticed the main game disappeared from the store. The downloadable content remained available for purchase. Cats Who Play studio stated that Valve halted sales...
Katy Perry commanding the stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium on June 12, 2026. Stu Forster/Getty Images Katy Perry’s blistering new anthem, “Watch It Burn,” has officially dominated this week’s new music poll, resonating deeply with fans. In a reader poll hosted on Billboard this past Friday (June 26), music...
