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Mortal Kombat II Set for Theatrical Release October 24 with New Trailer Featuring Karl Urban

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mortal-kombar-2Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema have released the official trailer for Mortal Kombat II, the sequel to the 2021 film based on the long-running video game franchise. The film opens in theaters and IMAX across North America on October 24, 2025, with international release beginning October 22.

Directed by Simon McQuoid and written by Jeremy Slater (The Exorcist, Moon Knight), the sequel introduces Karl Urban as Johnny Cage. Returning cast members include Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Mehcad Brooks, Ludi Lin, Tadanobu Asano, Joe Taslim, and Hiroyuki Sanada. The film is rated R for strong bloody violence, gore, and language.

Mortal Kombat II follows Earthrealm’s champions as they are drawn into a brutal tournament against Shao Kahn. The trailer highlights a more direct adaptation of the game, with a focus on the titular tournament and expanded character arcs. Urban’s Johnny Cage plays a central role in this new installment.

The film is produced by Todd Garner, James Wan, Toby Emmerich, E. Bennett Walsh, and McQuoid, with executive producers Michael Clear, Judson Scott, Lawrence Kasanoff, and Slater. It is presented by New Line Cinema in association with Atomic Monster, Broken Road Productions, and Fireside Films, and will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures.

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Red Sonja Reboot Sets August Theatrical Release, Comic-Con Panel Confirmed

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red-sonja-sdcc2025Samuel Goldwyn Films will release Red Sonja, a reboot of the cult comic book franchise, in theaters on August 15, followed by a digital release on August 29. The film stars Matilda Lutz in the title role, alongside Robert Sheehan and Martyn Ford, and is directed by MJ Bassett.

Set in a brutal empire where Sonja is captured and forced to fight, the story follows her journey from chained gladiator to rebel leader as she confronts the tyrant Dragan and his wife, Dark Annisia.

The cast will appear at San Diego Comic-Con for a panel on July 24 at 5:30 PM PT in Ballroom 20, where they’ll discuss adapting the character for a new generation. A new trailer for the film is now available online.

Producers say the project has been years in the making and aim to deliver a film true to the comic’s legacy while introducing the “She-Devil with a Sword” to a wider audience.

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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Trailer Unleashes the Beginning of the Final Battle

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demon-slayer-infinity-castleA new trailer has been released for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle, the upcoming animated feature film opening in U.S. theaters on September 12, 2025, following its July 18 release in Japan.

The film adapts the “Infinity Castle” arc of the Demon Slayer manga. It follows Tanjiro and the Demon Slayer Corps as they respond to an attack by Muzan Kibutsuji at the Ubuyashiki Mansion, leading them into a confrontation at the demons’ stronghold. The trailer includes scenes of the descent into the castle and the start of the final battle.

The movie is directed by Haruo Sotozaki and produced by Ufotable, with music by Yuki Kajiura and Go Shiina. Theme songs are performed by Aimer and LiSA. International distribution is handled by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment.

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Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell Star in Romantic Fantasy A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

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a-big-bold-beautiful-journeyMargot Robbie returns to the big screen alongside Colin Farrell in A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, a romantic fantasy directed by Kogonada (After Yang) and written by Seth Reiss (The Menu).

The film follows Sarah (Robbie) and David (Farrell), two strangers who meet at a wedding and unexpectedly embark on a time-traveling adventure. Guided by a mysterious GPS and a red door in the woods, they re-live pivotal moments from their pasts—possibly with the chance to change their futures.

Described as funny, heartfelt, and fantastical, the story explores themes of fate, memory, and second chances.

The supporting cast includes Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Jodie Turner-Smith, Lily Rabe, Kevin Kline, Billy Magnussen, and more. It also marks Robbie’s first acting role since Barbie.

Sony Pictures releases A Big Bold Beautiful Journey in theaters September 19, 2025.

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The Old Guard 2: Netflix Drops Explosive Trailer, Sets July 2 Global Release

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the-old-guard-2Netflix has dropped the first trailer for The Old Guard 2, confirming the long-awaited sequel will stream worldwide on July 2, 2025. The action-packed follow-up sees Charlize Theron return as Andy, the immortal warrior, alongside her team as they face new threats and unresolved betrayals.

Joining the returning cast is Uma Thurman as Discord, a mysterious First Immortal whose arrival could upend everything Andy has fought to protect. The film also stars KiKi Layne, Matthias Schoenaerts, Marwan Kenzari, Luca Marinelli, Veronica Ngô, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Henry Golding.

Directed by Victoria Mahoney, the film picks up after the events of the first movie, with Andy confronting her fading immortality as Quynh (Veronica Ngô) escapes her underwater prison seeking revenge. The movie is rated R and promises intense fight sequences, dramatic confrontations, and the same gritty style that made the first film a hit.

For those interested in exploring the source material, The Old Guard graphic novels by Greg Rucka and Leandro Fernández are available in trade paperback and hardcover. A special edition, The Old Guard: The Immortal Edition Vol. 1, will also release on July 2 in comic shops and on July 15 at major bookstores.

Watch the official The Old Guard 2 trailer and preview the graphic novels below.

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“How to Train Your Dragon” Live-Action: Final IMAX Trailer Released

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how-to-train-your-dragonUniversal has release the final IMAX trailer for the upcoming live-action film “How to Train Your Dragon” which is set for release this June.

The film is from three-time Oscar® nominee Dean DeBlois, the creative visionary behind DreamWorks Animation’s How to Train Your Dragon trilogy. The upcoming live-action is a reimagining of the film that launched the beloved franchise.

Here’s the film’s synopsis:

On the isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons are bitter enemies, young Viking Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. As an ancient threat emerges, their unlikely friendship will become the key to forging a new future.

The cast includes Mason Thames, Gerard Butler, Nico Parker, Nick Frost, Julian Dennison, Gabriel Howell, Bronwyn James, Harry Trevaldwyn, Ruth Codd, Peter Serafinowicz and Murray McArthur.

How To Train Your Dragon is set to arrive in theaters on June 13, 2025.

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52nd Saturn Awards Nominations Announced

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The 52nd Annual Saturn Awards nominations have been announced, with some high profile blockbusters leading the list.

Warner Bros. received 35 total nominations in the Film category, with its film Dune: Part Two topping the overall nominations with 14. This includes Best Science Fiction Film and acting noms for Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya. Beetlejuice 2 received 13 noms including Best Fantasy Films.

“The Saturn Awards organization is the official awards group of The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films. The Academy was founded in 1972 and is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.”

On the TV front, video game adaptation Fallout led with five nominations including Best Science Fiction Television Series, Best Actor on Television (Walton Goggins) and Best Actress on Television (Ella Purnell).

The winners are set to be announced during an awards ceremony in Los Angeles on February 2, 2025. It is also set to be streamed on The Roku Channel and ElectricNOW.

Here is the complete list of nominees:

Best Science Fiction Film
Dune: Part Two (Warner Bros./Legendary)
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (Warner Bros. Pictures)
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (Lionsgate Films)
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (20th Century Studios)
Megalopolis (Lionsgate Films/American Zoetrope)
Venom: The Last Dance (Sony Pictures/Marvel)

Best Fantasy Film
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (Sony Pictures)
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (Warner Bros. Pictures/Legendary)
My Old Ass (Amazon/MGM)
Poor Things (Searchlight)
Wonka (Warner Bros. Pictures)
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LAIKA Brings CORALINE Back For Limited HALLOWEEN Engagement

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CoralineAfter a summertime return to theaters that grossed over $53M in global box office, LAIKA’s acclaimed 2009 stop-motion animated film Coraline is set to return to theaters for a special Halloween engagement starting on October 31st.

In addition to the U.S., the Halloween engagement of Coraline includes the UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada, Austria, and Ecuador with more territories to follow. France and Italy will also begin their Coraline 15th Anniversary engagements this November.

The 15th Anniversary theatrical re-release of Coraline this past August was an huge success, surpassing all estimates. Since its re-release on August 15th, Coraline has brought in over $53M* at the global box office.

The film has also surpassed its original 2009 box office throughout Latin America, including Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Bolivia.

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New Teaser Trailer For “The Penguin” Released

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the-penguinThe second official teaser trailer for Max’s upcoming “The Penguin” has been released, giving a better look at the upcoming series. A spinoff from The Batman, “The Penguin” follows the transformation of Oswald Cobblepot from a disfigured nobody to a noted Gotham gangster.

It stars Colin Farrell as Oz Cobb, the titular DC Gotham City villain. “I’m gonna tear down the empire from the inside out,” Oz says in the clip.

Also in “The Penguin” are Alex Anagnostidis, Clancy Brown, Carmen Ejogo, Cristin Milioti, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Michael Kelly, Michael Zegen and Deirdre O’Connell.

The eight-episode limited series is set to premiere in September 2024. Check out the stunning new official teaser trailer for “The Penguin” below.

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Official Trailer For New Fantasy Film “Tuesday” Released

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TuesdayThe first trailer for Julia Louis-Dreyfus’s critically acclaimed new film “Tuesday” has been released.

The official synopsis says: “A mother and her teenage daughter must confront Death when it arrives in the form of an astonishing talking bird.”

“Tuesday” is written and directed by Daina O. Pusić, and marks Pusić’s feature directorial debut.

The film also stars Lola Petticrew, Arinzé Kene, Leah Harvey, Jay Simpson, Ellie James, Ewens Abid, Nathan Amzi, Taru Devani, Nathan Ives-Moiba.

Tuesday is set for release on June 14, 2024. Watch the trailer below.

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