Film opinion: Tom Cruise has made an early launch in his 2027 Oscars bid
Legendary Hollywood action hero Tom Cruise received an honorary Oscar last Sunday at the 16th Annual Governors Awards.
A career spent in filmmaking was recognised by the Academy for an “incredible commitment to our film-making community, to the theatrical experience, and to the stunts community".
But Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence believes this is the start of a long run-up to an outright Oscar in 2027.
Podcast: ‘A Friendly Film Take’ - 'Predator Badlands', ‘Star Trek’ and ‘The Mummy 4’
On the latest episode of A Friendly Film Take, Predator: Badlands is put under the microscope while Dan Lawrence and Rhys Stacey talk about a variety of news topics.
A new Star Trek film, The Mummy 4 and DC rumours take centre stage.
And that’s not all this episode of the Film News Blitz podcast has to offer.
Film news: Brendan Fraser ready ‘to give the fans what they want’ with ‘The Mummy 4’
Brendan Fraser is gearing up to return to his biggest film franchise, with the recent news that a fourth The Mummy film is in the works.
Fraser and original co-star Rachel Weisz will star in this fourth instalment, made by Ready or Not directing duo Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett.
The Oscar-winning actor is “ready to give the fans what they want”, writes Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence.
Film news: Nintendo’s live-action ‘Legend of Zelda’ gets first look
A Link to the Future? Sony/Nintendo are set to capitalise on the growing popularity of video-game adaptations.
A first set of official stills highlights actors taking on the mantle of Link and Princess Zelda.
Film News Blitz’s RC Stacey discusses how much this news Hy-rules.
DCU news: Is Wonder Woman joining ‘Superman’ sequel ‘Man of Tomorrow’?
James Gunn’s sophomore Superman film is looking to cast an actress in their 20s in a major role.
David Corenswet is back in the Superman sweats, potentially with some help direct from Themyscira’s Wonder Woman.
Film News Blitz’s RC Stacey is here to fuel the rumour-mill.
Film news: Ryan Gosling makes a friend in space in ‘Project Hail Mary’ trailer
Ryan Gosling is ready to save humankind next spring in Project Hail Mary.
That’s the premise set in the latest trailer for the adaptation of novelist Andy Weir’s work.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence reports on the glimpse into this March, 2026 release.
Netflix news: ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ trailer drops with strong reviews
In November 2019, Knives Out hit cinemas and instantly became one of the most popular films of that year.
From Daniel Craig’s iconic American accent to the all-star cast accompanying him in both the first film and its sequel, Glass Onion, many have been excitedly awaiting the third instalment.
Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews reports on the latest trailer for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.
Disney news: First-look at live-action ‘Moana’ revealed in new trailer
The Disney live-action reboot train shows no signs of slowing down, with Moana the latest story to get the do-over treatment.
Due for a release just 10 years after the animated original, the live-action Moana comes just two years after the animated sequel.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence takes a look at the teaser trailer.
Marvel news: ‘Sinners’ director Ryan Coogler helming ‘Black Panther 3’ in MCU return
Following on from the critical darling Horror/Western hybrid Sinners, director Ryan Coogler is returning to the world of Wakanda for a third time.
Coogler has confirmed that Black Panther 3 will be his next gig, completing a trio of MCU projects.
Film News Blitz’s RC Stacey breaks down this Marvel-lous announcement.
Film news: New ‘Star Trek’ film in the works from ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ creative duo
Industry-approved source Deadline has revealed Paramount is boldly going ahead with a new film in the long-running Star Trek franchise.
New actors, characters, and spin from the creative duo behind the recent Dungeons & Dragons film will be crafting this new intergalactic adventure.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence can’t wait to be beamed back to the Star Trek film franchise.
Film news: What you can expect to see on the big screen this winter
As the busy winter period is approaching, the cinema is a place where you can relax and escape from the world for a few hours.
We have seen many great releases so far this year, and there are still more to come as we approach the new year.
Here, Film News Blitz writer Luke Maddison takes you through what new films are hitting the big screen this winter.
Box office news: ‘Predator: Badlands’ storms to franchise-best opening
Director Dan Trachtenberg's hot streak with the Predator franchise has continued with a successful box office opening for Predator: Badlands.
Trachtenberg has enjoyed contorting this franchise in new shapes and sizes.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence writes about how this has helped garner a franchise-best opening at the box office.
Film news: Josh Brolin praises ‘stellar’ ‘Knives Out: Wake Up Dead Man’ co-star Daniel Craig
Daniel Craig has carved out an extraordinary career as one of Britain’s finest acting exports.
From Our Friends in the North to Casino Royale, Craig’s depth and breadth of work are vast.
It’s a fact that is recognised by Craig’s new Knives Out co-star, Josh Brolin, writes Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence.
Film opinion: News of ‘The Mummy 4’ with original cast warms my Millennial heart
Last week, after years of hopes and dreams, reports emerged that The Mummy 4 is in active development with original cast members Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz.
It marks another beautiful turn in the renaissance of Fraser and marks a franchise return for Weisz.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence hails this incredible development.
Film news: Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons star in Yorgos Lanthimos’ thriller ‘Bugonia’
Poor Things, Kinds of Kindness and The Favourite creator Yorgos Lanthimos is back in 2025 with his latest awards contender, Bugonia.
With Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons together again for another Lanthimos project, the eyes of cinema fans around the world have been glued to their screens in anticipation of their most recent film.
Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews is here to discuss the truly special star performances.
Film news: Toho unveils title for sequel to Oscar-winning ‘Godzilla Minus One’
Renowned Japanese film studio Toho made a big impression in 2023 with Godzilla Minus One.
With a modest budget and a gripping plot, the latest in a long line of films about the legendary Kaiju made an Oscar-winning impression.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence writes of an update regarding the film’s sequel.
Box office news: ‘Wicked: For Good’ eyeing strong opening after disastrous October for cinemas
After a major franchise misstep and award-hopeful misfires, October 2025 has gone down as a box office letdown.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, a U.S. domestic gross of just $425 million across all titles is a 27-year low, excluding the pandemic-impacted 2020.
However, there is hope on the horizon in the form of Wicked: For Good, writes Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence.
Film news: Rob Lowe and Keith David partner up in dark comedy ‘My New Friend Jim’
Sumerian Pictures has announced production is underway on My New Friend Jim, a darkly funny, character-driven film pairing two icons — Rob Lowe and Keith David, with Ash Avildsen in the director’s chair.
The film will pit its two leads through comedy, chaos, and redemption amid the backdrop of Reno, Nevada.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence reports on this story that aims to hit both the heart and the funny bone.
Film news: ‘Sinners’ is returning to cinemas in the best way possible
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners is one of the best films of 2025 so far.
After breaking several box office records during its original cinema run, Sinners is about to make its way back to the big screen.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence celebrates this development.
‘Roofman’ review: Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst star in brilliant, heartfelt crime thriller
Channing Tatum is one of the decade’s most recognisable faces, with roles in Quentin Tarantino’s The Hateful Eight and the infamous comedy duo 21 and 22 Jump Street making up an extremely eclectic filmography.
So in 2025’s Roofman, alongside Spider-Man’s Kirsten Dunst and Game of Thrones’ Peter Dinklage, Tatum is sure to put in one of the year’s most noteworthy performances.
Sharing his views on one of the surprises of the year is Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews.