Walter Tevis’ Mockingbird gets a movie adaptation, Ali Wong to make their directorial debut, Kaapa to go on floors in May, and other news in this entertainment bulletin. News first up, Walter Tevis’ Mockingbird gets a movie adaptationWalter Tevis’ 1980 sci-fi novel, Mockingbird, is set to be adapted into a film. The book is set in an apocalyptic future where humans are addicted to drugs and electronics, with no desire to live. Alma Har’el, who has directed the critically-acclaimed 2019 film Honey Boy, will helm the project.Matt Bomer to star in series based on Fellow TravelersEmmy nominee Matt Bomer will star in the series adaptation of Thomas Mallon’s novel Fellow Travelers. The eight-part limited series, which will be created by Oscar nominee Ron Nyswaner, will go into production in July. The series is a love story and political thriller set in McCarthy-era Washington.Ali Wong to make directorial debutAli Wong, who is best known for Netflix stand-up specials Baby Cobra, Hard Knock Wife, and Don Wong, is set to make her directorial debut. She will direct fellow comedian Sheng Wang’s first Netflix comedy special. She will also serve as the executive producer along with Wang and John Irwin. The hour-long special will be filmed on June 12.Matilda Lawler joins the cast of The Santa ClauseStation Eleven fame Matilda Lawler will join the cast of the Disney+ series The Santa Clause. Lawler will play Betty, Santa’s chief of staff. Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell, Kal Penn, Austin Kane, Rupali Redd, Elizabeth Allen-Dick, and Devin Bright also star in the series, which is produced by the Disney-owned 20th Television Studios. Kaapa to go on floors in MayPrithviraj Sukumaran, Asif Ali and Manju Warrier are teaming up for the first time for the Malayalam film Kaapa. The movie is expected to go on floors on May 20. It will be helmed by director-cinematographer Venu, whose last work was Aanum Pennum. Anna Ben and Indrans will also be seen in pivotal roles. The movie, written by G R Indugopan, is touted to be a gangster drama. Fast X goes on floorsThe tenth installment in the Fast and Furious film series has been titled Fast X. The shooting for the film, which will be directed by Justin Lin, has begun. The ensemble cast features Vin Diesel, Tyrese Gibson, Ludacris, Michelle Rodriguez, Sung Kang, Jason Momoa, Daniela Melchior, and Brie Larson.Kitao Sakurai to direct series adaptation of Twisted MetalKitao Sakurai, who is known for The Eric Andre Show, will direct the series based on the popular video game, Twisted Metal. Anthony Mackie stars in and executive produces the series written by Cobra Kai fame Michael Jonathan Smith. It is co-produced by Sony Pictures Television, PlayStation Productions, and Universal Television.Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse to release next yearThe highly anticipated release of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse has been pushed back. The film, which is a sequel to the Oscar-winning animated superhero film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, will now release on June 2, 2023. The movie is directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson. Oscar Isaac, Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Jake Johnson, and Issa Rae are the voice actors in the film.
The highly anticipated superhero film Batgirl, which was about to enter post-production has been cancelled by Warner Bros. The shocking news comes in the wake of the media giant’s ... Read more
The highly anticipated superhero film Batgirl, which was about to enter post-production has been cancelled by Warner Bros. The shocking news comes in the wake of the media giant’s lacklustre showing at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con recently. The move could be a sign of an overhaul of WB’s DC slate after the WB Discovery merger. Read more
The hit CW TV series The Flash, based on DC’s ‘scarlet speedster’ is set to conclude its run after nine seasons on the network. Tune in to this episode for more such news from the ... Read more
The hit CW TV series The Flash, based on DC’s ‘scarlet speedster’ is set to conclude its run after nine seasons on the network. Tune in to this episode for more such news from the entertainment world. Read more
Netflix has launched a new YouTube channel exclusively for short videos, interviews, film teasers, memes and more. Netflix India Shorts will feature 60-second clips from films and ... Read more
Netflix has launched a new YouTube channel exclusively for short videos, interviews, film teasers, memes and more. Netflix India Shorts will feature 60-second clips from films and shows that are available to stream on Netflix. Read more
Ben Affleck to return as Batman, Troy Kotsur to star in Disney+ series, MGM loses Tomb Raider’s rights, and other top news in this entertainment bulletin. Read more
Ben Affleck to return as Batman, Troy Kotsur to star in Disney+ series, MGM loses Tomb Raider’s rights, and other top news in this entertainment bulletin. Read more
The new Netflix action film, The Gray Man, starring Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, and Chris Evans will have a sequel. Gosling will return for the sequel with the Russo brothers also ... Read more
The new Netflix action film, The Gray Man, starring Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, and Chris Evans will have a sequel. Gosling will return for the sequel with the Russo brothers also returning to helm the project. A spin-off for the film is also in development with Deadpool writers Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese attached to the project. Read more
Disney announces Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2 announced, Goodfellas actor Paul Sorvino dies aged 83, and other top stories in this en ... Read more
Disney announces Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2 announced, Goodfellas actor Paul Sorvino dies aged 83, and other top stories in this entertainment bulletin. Read more
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