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After more than a decade away from the director’s chair, Nancy Meyers is officially stepping back into filmmaking with a new, still-untitled project at Warner Bros—and she’s bringing a major ensemble cast with her.

The upcoming film will feature Penelope Cruz, Kieran Culkin, Jude Law, Emma Mackey, and Owen Wilson. Meyers is both writing and directing the movie, which is scheduled to arrive in theaters on Christmas Day 2027.

The new project marks Meyers first directorial effort since the Anne Hathaway-Robert De Niro comedy The Intern, ending an 11-year gap. The project was previously in development at Netflix before moving to Warner Bros., where it is now moving forward.

Details about the plot are being kept tightly under wraps, with no official synopsis released. Meyers will also produce alongside Ilona Herzberg, while Diana Pokorny serves as executive producer.

Known for beloved films like The Holiday, Somethings Gotta Give, and Its Complicated, Meyers’ return—combined with a high-profile cast—signals one of the most anticipated romantic-comedy-style projects on the horizon.

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David Boreanaz is stepping into the role of a classic TV detective, signing on to headline a reboot of The Rockford Files for NBC. The series reimagines the beloved show that originally starred James Garner and aired from 1974 to 1980.

Boreanaz, 56, is known for long-running roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Bones, and SEAL Team, has a strong track record with television projects—each of his past pilots has been picked up to series. He wrote on Instagram, alongside a media report about his casting news: “Grateful. Thank you James, GiGi and NBC.” 

The official log line reads, per Variety: “A contemporary update on the classic series of the same name. Newly paroled after doing time for a crime he didn’t commit, James Rockford returns to his life as a private investigator using his charm and wit to solve cases around Los Angeles. It doesn’t take long for his quest for legitimacy to land him squarely in the crosshairs of both local police and organized crime,” the log line continues.

Boreanaz celebrated the official pick-up of the series, posting a photo on Instagram with the caption: “Open for business…let’s go to work. #JG #GiGi.”  The photo showed a business card reading: “Jim Rockford, Private Investigator, Malibu, California.”

The pilot is being written by Mike Daniels, with Sarah Timberman and Carl Beverly producing for Universal Television. While the story is set in Los Angeles, filming for the pilot will take place in Atlanta, with some additional shooting in California. A premiere date of The Rockford Files reboot has not yet been announced.

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For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, the tournament final will include a halftime performance inspired by the Super Bowl format, with Madonna, BTS and Shakira set to headline the event on July 19 at MetLife Stadium – temporarily renamed New York New Jersey Stadium for the event.

The show, organized by Global Citizen and curated by Chris Martin, aims to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, a campaign seeking to raise $100 million to improve access to education and soccer programs for children worldwide. FIFA also confirmed that $1 from every ticket sold during the tournament will go toward the initiative.

The show announcement arrived through a social media video featuring Martin alongside characters from Sesame Street, including Elmo, Cookie Monster and other Muppets, with a surprise appearance from BTS members.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino describes the event as “a singular moment at the intersection of sport, culture and purpose,” while adding, “Every child should have the opportunity to dream, and together we can help make that possible.”

Both Madonna and Shakira are already familiar with massive halftime audiences after previously performing at the Super Bowl, while BTS has longstanding FIFA ties through member Jungkook, who appeared at the 2022 World Cup opening ceremony. BTS also collaborated with Coldplay on the hit single “My Universe.”

FIFA recently revealed that J Balvin will headline the opening ceremony in Mexico City alongside performers including Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, Tyla, Katy Perry, Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé and LISA.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins June 11 across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the championship match scheduled for a 3 p.m. ET kickoff. Broadcast details for the halftime show have not yet been announced.

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Lionsgate has unveiled the new trailer for ‘The Hunger Games Sunrise on the Reaping,’ offering a glimpse into the next chapter of the blockbuster franchise.

Directed by Francis Lawrence and written by Billy Ray, the movie is based on the 2025 novel by Suzanne Collins. It follows the success of the previous prequel, The Hunger Games The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, continuing to expand the history of Panem.

Set for release on Nov. 20, 2026, the dystopian film “will revisit the world of Panem 24 years before the events of The Hunger Games, starting on the morning of the reaping of the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell,” the studio said in a synopsis. In this edition of the Games, each district must send double the number of tributes, forcing 48 young competitors into the arena.

At the center of the story is a younger Haymitch Abernathy, played by Joseph Zada (the character was famously portrayed by Woody Harrelson in the original films.) The prequel also introduces earlier versions of key figures in Panem, including President Snow, played by Ralph Fiennes, and Plutarch Heavensbee, portrayed by Jesse Plemons. The ensemble cast expands further with Elle Fanning as a young Effie Trinket, Kieran Culkin as Caesar Flickerman, alongside performers like Glenn Close and Mckenna Grace — these roles were previously brought to life by actors such as Elizabeth Banks, Stanley Tucci, Donald Sutherland, and Philip Seymour Hoffman in earlier installments.

See the trailer for ‘The Hunger Games Sunrise on the Reaping’ – HERE.

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Prime Video is moving forward with a third season of Cross, shortly after the show’s second season wrapped-up. The upcoming installment will consist of eight episodes, though a premiere date and production timeline have yet to be revealed.

Led by Aldis Hodge as detective Alex Cross, the series draws inspiration from James Patterson’s bestselling novels while telling largely original stories. Created by Ben Watkins, the show expands the world of Cross with familiar characters like John Sampson (played by Isaiah Mustafa) and a reimagined FBI agent Kayla Craig (Alona Tal). The cast also includes Matthew Lillard, Jeanine Mason, and Wes Chatham, alongside returning ensemble members.

Season 2, now fully available, followed Cross as he investigated a high-profile case involving a threatened billionaire and a connected murder, teaming up with federal agents to track down a killer leaving disturbing clues behind.  Looking ahead, the next chapter is expected to “continue to expand the high-stakes world of the iconic character, building on the show’s gripping storytelling and powerful performances.”

The Alex Cross character has previously appeared on the big screen, portrayed by Morgan Freeman in Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider, and later by Tyler Perry in 2012’s Alex Cross.

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