Box office news: ‘Superman’ edges past ‘Man of Steel’ in opening weekend
James Gunn’s Superman enjoyed a better-than-expected opening weekend at the U.S. domestic box office.
Soaring to $122 million across three days, the DC Universe launch pad has made a strong start.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence takes a look.
Film opinion: A swing back at ‘Happy Gilmore’
With Happy Gilmore 2 teed up for a July 25 release on Netflix, now is the perfect time to take a swing at the classic Adam Sandler original.
The beloved 1996 comedy is widely regarded as one of Sandler’s best, and has a global horde of fans.
After years of having missed out on this iconic flick, Film News Blitz’s Charlie Gardner gives his take.
Film opinion: Wes Anderson films aren’t style over substance — the style is the substance
The “Wes Anderson style” has practically become its own genre, with many social media trends emerging in its wake.
And with this visibility has come an old but persistent critique: that Anderson’s films are all surface, no soul.
But Film News Blitz’s Heidi Hardman-Welsh begs to differ.
Film news: ‘Dune: Part Three’ loads up on stars for trilogy
Revolutionary Dune director Denis Villeneuve, along with Warner Bros. and Legendary Entertainment, has assembled some of Hollywood’s biggest stars for the eagerly awaited third chapter in the Dune trilogy.
Officially titled Dune: Part Three, the feature’s latest production updates have fans expecting yet another innovative masterpiece.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo shares all the recent updates pertaining to the highly anticipated third instalment.
Box office news: ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ packs potent global bite in opening weekend
The seventh Jurassic Park/World film, Rebirth, landed in cinemas last week in a big way.
Debuting on Wednesday, July 2, Jurassic World Rebirth benefited massively from an extended opening weekend, grossing over $320 million at the box office worldwide.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason takes a look at the film’s early success.
James Bond betting tips: Who will be the next Bond Girl?
Amazon is gathering pace with its takeover of the James Bond franchise.
David Heyman and Amy Pascal have been appointed as leading producers, and now Denis Villeneuve has been handed the task of directing the next James Bond film.
Beyond casting Agent 007 himself, the matter of selecting a new Bond Girl has to be settled, and Gambling.com entertainment expert James Leyfield has delivered an updated market to Film News Blitz.
Film opinion: How ‘Wicked’ took the film industry by storm
Over the past seven months, Wicked has taken the film industry by storm - earning a total of $634.4 million at the worldwide box office, making history as the highest grossing adaptation of a Broadway musical ever.
It is a well deserved success, as it is easily one of the best musicals to have ever hit the big screen.
Film News Blitz’s Amelie da Costa discusses the worldwide box office success of Wicked.
Harry Potter odds: Place your bets for HBO’s Lord Voldemort
HBO’s developing Harry Potter series has been gathering pace, with no less than 18 actors cast to step into the wizarding world of magic.
Alas, there are still several key roles left to fill and ‘He Who Must Not Be Named,’ Lord Voldemort is among them.
Gambling.com's entertainment expert, James Leyfield, has been monitoring the new Harry Potter TV series and delivered market insights to Film News Blitz on who could play the Dark Lord.
Cult film icon Michael Madsen sadly passes away
On Thursday, July 3, it was revealed that cult film icon Michael Madsen had passed away at the age of 67 following a cardiac arrest.
He was best known for his legacy-defining roles in Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill, as well as his iconic voice acting role as Toni Cipriani in the video game Grand Theft Auto III.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo commemorates the life and lasting legacy of the cinematic icon.
F1 News: ‘F1: The Movie’ serves up spectacle over substance
It’s been a long time coming, but F1: The Movie is finally roaring through cinemas.
Brad Pitt and director Joseph Kosinski have delivered an immersive look into the world of Formula 1 Grand Prix racing.
However, as Film News Blitz’s David Bason explains, style is served over substance in F1: The Movie.
Film news: ‘James Bond’ reboot — Denis Villeneuve to direct, but who will wear the tux?
After much speculation, endless fan theories, and swirling rumours since Daniel Craig’s final outing as 007 in No Time to Die (2021), the James Bond franchise has finally made its next big move.
Denis Villeneuve, the visionary director behind Dune, Arrival, and Blade Runner 2049, has been tapped to direct the next 007 film.
Film News Blitz’s Heidi Hardman-Welsh is here with all you need to know.
Film news: Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ poster tells us to “Defy the Gods”
The first poster for Christopher Nolan’s upcoming epic The Odyssey is officially out, and it certainly sets the scene.
With one of the most stacked film casts of the last decade, audiences are being made to wait for at least another year for its release, as it's set to hit the big screen on July 17, 2026.
Here to break it down is Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews.
Film news: “HUNT HIM DOWN!” - Edgar Wright and Glen Powell’s ‘The Running Man’ trailer is finally here
Edgar Wright and Glen Powell’s first trailer for the long-awaited remake of Stephen King’s iconic short story The Running Man, which was first brought to the big screen in 1987, is finally out.
With Wright discussing his wishes to take the story back to its roots, as opposed to the approach taken by the Schwarzenegger-led production — fans have been excited for the new version for months now.
Here to discuss the action-packed trailer released today, is Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews.
Marvel news: ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ - Vibrant new trailer drops one month out
Marvel Studios dropped their final trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps on June 25, exactly one month out from the film’s premiere release date.
The vibrant trailer offered a distinct look at our upcoming fantastic characters, with plenty for fans to debate pertaining to Marvel's phase six launch platform.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo breaks down what stood out from the trailer and the potential direction Marvel could be taking regarding its revitalised Fantastic Four.
James Bond news: Denis Villeneuve reloads his cinematic holster
Amazon MGM Studios have scoured the globe for a director to take the Bond franchise forward.
They have now stumbled upon one of the greatest cinematic directors of all time: Denis Villeneuve.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo provides the thoughts from inside the Bond umbrella.
Film News: Dakota Johnson and Adria Arjona go head-to-head in raunchy ‘Splitsville’ trailer
Splitsville is a brand-new romantic comedy set to hit the big screen in August this year in the U.S.
With the cast boasting the names of Dakota Johnson and Adria Arjona, alongside director and actor Michael Angelo Covino, the film’s trailer release has already gained 900 thousand views on the studio NEON YouTube channel.
Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews is here to discuss it.
Film News: Bruce Springsteen praises ‘tremendous’ cast of new Oscar-tipped biopic
As we enter the second half of 2025, we quickly notice the speed with which we approach awards season.
Following the great success of Timothy Chalamet’s Bob Dylan biopic, A Complete Unknown, many eyes have turned towards the brand-new Bruce Springsteen film, titled Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere.
In light of the trailer’s recent release, Springsteen himself has discussed the impact that making the film had on him, reports Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews.
Marvel news: Jon Bernthal back for a punishing return in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’
Frank Castle is set to make his long-awaited, highly anticipated arrival in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with fan-favourite Jon Bernthal returning as New York’s primary reaper - the Punisher.
Frank’s redemption arc? Unlikely. The Skull doesn’t do ‘brand new days.’
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo brings his Bernthal-as-Frank Castle hype to the MCU table.
Film opinion: ‘28 Years Later’ is complex, imperfect, but bold
Set nearly three decades after the original outbreak, 28 Years Later explores a generation raised in the long shadow of infection.
Director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Alex Garland have reunited to bring this beloved British horror series back to the limelight, with a cast led by Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer and Ralph Fiennes.
Film News Blitz’s Heidi Hardman-Welsh delivers her review.
Disney news: How smash-hit live-action ‘Lilo & Stitch’ divides opinion
Disney’s live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch finally hit the big screen on May 21, and while fans' reactions were initially mixed, the film has soared since its release and become a major hit.
The original Lilo & Stitch hit theatres in the summer of 2002 and has been a beloved film ever since, touching on themes of family and challenges that the characters need to overcome.
Film News Blitz’s Amelie da Costa explains how the live-action do-over has concocted a blend of excitement, criticism and box office success.