‘Naked Gun’ Remake Set for 2025 by Paramount; ‘TMNT’ and ‘Paw Patrol’ Sequels Dated for 2026
Paramount announces release dates for ‘Naked Gun’ remake with Liam Neeson, ‘TMNT’ and ‘Paw Patrol’ sequels, and other upcoming films including ‘Better Man,’ ‘Novocaine,’ and ‘Vicious.’
Gladiator 2 Early Footage Impresses Studio Executives
Gladiator 2 has received glowing early praise, with reports suggesting that studio executives have been impressed by the early footage of Ridley Scott’s epic historical sequel. The film, which recently wrapped filming, is set to take place over 20 years after the first film, with Paul Mescal starring as Lucius Verus, the son of Empress Lucilla (Connie Nielsen). Joining Mescal in the movie are Denzel Washington as a wealthy arms dealer, Joseph Quinn as co-emperor Caracalla, and Fred Hechinger as co-emperor Geta. Pedro Pascal, Moon Knight’s May Calamawy, and Derek Jacobi also star in the film.
Paramount Global Announces Layoff of 800 Employees Following Super Bowl LVIII
Paramount Global, the owner of CBS, announces the layoff of 800 employees just days after the most-watched Super Bowl in history. CEO Bob Bakish emphasizes the move is to build on momentum and execute strategic vision. The reduction in workforce reflects a shift in the company’s approach and raises questions about the future direction of the media landscape.
Apple Vision Pro: A Game-Changer in Wearable Computing
The Apple Vision Pro has made its debut, offering spatial computing and augmented reality at a price of $3,499. Despite competition from products like Meta’s Quest 3, Apple’s focus on AR and seamless integration with their ecosystem sets the Vision Pro apart. With impressive display and tracking capabilities, Apple is aiming to revolutionize technology interaction.
Paramount expands branded content hubs in Philippines and India
Paramount is expanding its strategy to place branded content hubs on third-party streamers, with new deals struck in the Philippines and India. The agreements, revealed at NATPE Global and struck via Paramount Global Content Distribution, will see Philippine-based Tap Digital…
Rosemarie DeWitt and Kyle Gallner Join Cast of ‘Smile’ Sequel
Rosemarie DeWitt and Kyle Gallner have joined the cast of Paramount Pictures’ upcoming untitled ‘Smile’ sequel, as exclusively reported by TheWrap. The duo will be starring alongside Naomi Scott and Lukas Gage in the horror follow-up. The script for the…
Paramount Gearing Up for ‘Top Gun 3’
Paramount is gearing up for the next installment of the iconic Top Gun franchise, as news of ‘Top Gun 3’ being in the works has surfaced. The script for the new film is being penned by Top Gun: Maverick co-writer…
Tom Cruise and Warner Bros. Announce New Partnership
Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group and Tom Cruise have announced a new strategic partnership to jointly develop and produce original and franchise theatrical films starring Cruise, beginning in 2024. The partnership will see Cruise and his production company setting up…