
HBO has set Sunday, March 9 for the premiere of the nine-episode, fourth and final season of The Righteous Gemstones.
Created, written and executive produced by Danny McBride, who also stars, The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season, the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.
As we previously reported, McBride, in an interview with GQ, said the move to end the series felt “natural,” given that his idea for Season 4 “was a story that was bringing all these themes and these ideas and these characters to a conclusion, to something that felt like completion.”
The series stars Danny McBride as Jesse Gemstone, Adam Devine as Kelvin Gemstone, John Goodman as Eli Gemstone, Edi Patterson as Judy Gemstone,...
Created, written and executive produced by Danny McBride, who also stars, The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season, the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.
As we previously reported, McBride, in an interview with GQ, said the move to end the series felt “natural,” given that his idea for Season 4 “was a story that was bringing all these themes and these ideas and these characters to a conclusion, to something that felt like completion.”
The series stars Danny McBride as Jesse Gemstone, Adam Devine as Kelvin Gemstone, John Goodman as Eli Gemstone, Edi Patterson as Judy Gemstone,...
- 1/30/2025
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV

HBO has released the teaser for the fourth and final season of its Original series The Righteous Gemstones, created, written and executive-produced by Danny McBride, who also stars.
The fourth season will debut on Sunday, March 9 (10:00–10:40 p.m. Et/Pt) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max.
The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work.
Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season, the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.
The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 stars Danny McBride as Jesse Gemstone, Adam Devine as Kelvin Gemstone, John Goodman as Eli Gemstone, Edi Patterson as Judy Gemstone, Cassidy Freeman as Amber Gemstone, Tim Baltz as Bj and Tony Cavalero as Keefe Chambers.
The cast continues with Greg Alan Williams as Martin Imari,...
The fourth season will debut on Sunday, March 9 (10:00–10:40 p.m. Et/Pt) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max.
The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work.
Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season, the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.
The Righteous Gemstones Season 4 stars Danny McBride as Jesse Gemstone, Adam Devine as Kelvin Gemstone, John Goodman as Eli Gemstone, Edi Patterson as Judy Gemstone, Cassidy Freeman as Amber Gemstone, Tim Baltz as Bj and Tony Cavalero as Keefe Chambers.
The cast continues with Greg Alan Williams as Martin Imari,...
- 1/30/2025
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills

HBO has set the official premiere date for the final season of “The Righteous Gemstones.”
The comedy series returns with new episodes on March 9. As Variety previously reported, the fourth season of the popular series will be its last.
HBO has also released the first teaser trailer for the fourth season. In it, Baby Billy (Walton Goggins) is trying to get his TV series about a teenage Jesus off the ground, while Eli Gemstone (John Goodman) is drinking away his life on a yacht.
Watch the full teaser below.
The official logline for Season 4 states, “‘The Righteous Gemstones’ tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season, the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.”
The cast includes: Danny McBride,...
The comedy series returns with new episodes on March 9. As Variety previously reported, the fourth season of the popular series will be its last.
HBO has also released the first teaser trailer for the fourth season. In it, Baby Billy (Walton Goggins) is trying to get his TV series about a teenage Jesus off the ground, while Eli Gemstone (John Goodman) is drinking away his life on a yacht.
Watch the full teaser below.
The official logline for Season 4 states, “‘The Righteous Gemstones’ tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season, the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.”
The cast includes: Danny McBride,...
- 1/30/2025
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV

Praise the heavens, we have a premiere date for the fourth and final season of “The Righteous Gemstones.” The Danny McBride comedy will premiere on HBO and Max on March 9 at 10 p.m. Et/Pt.
This first look at the upcoming season starts with Uncle Baby Billy’s (Walton Goggins) latest desperate grasp at relevance: “Teenjus,” a young adult show about teenage Jesus.
“That’s not how you combine words,” Jesse (McBride) says during Baby Billy’s pitch meeting. “I’ve got it: Use the J from Jesus, shorten teen. You call him Jeen.”
“Ain’t nobody gonna call Jesus Jeen!” Baby Billy fires back.
And with that, “The Righteous Gemstones” is off on its last, deeply irreverent season. The teaser also offers several glimpses into the lives of the rest of the Gemstones. Kelvin (Adam DeVine) and his best friend Keefe (Tony Cavalero) debut their own rainbow-colored Bible, Bj...
This first look at the upcoming season starts with Uncle Baby Billy’s (Walton Goggins) latest desperate grasp at relevance: “Teenjus,” a young adult show about teenage Jesus.
“That’s not how you combine words,” Jesse (McBride) says during Baby Billy’s pitch meeting. “I’ve got it: Use the J from Jesus, shorten teen. You call him Jeen.”
“Ain’t nobody gonna call Jesus Jeen!” Baby Billy fires back.
And with that, “The Righteous Gemstones” is off on its last, deeply irreverent season. The teaser also offers several glimpses into the lives of the rest of the Gemstones. Kelvin (Adam DeVine) and his best friend Keefe (Tony Cavalero) debut their own rainbow-colored Bible, Bj...
- 1/30/2025
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap


Netflix announced today that it has ordered a reboot of Little House on the Prairie, based on Laura Ingalls Wilder’s stories and made popular by the acclaimed ’70s TV series starring Michael Landon.
Rebecca Sonnenshine (The Boys) will serve as showrunner and executive producer on the new series. “I fell deeply in love with these books when I was five years old,” added Sonnenshine. “They inspired me to become a writer and a filmmaker, and I am honored and thrilled to be adapting these stories for a new global audience with Netflix.“
“‘Little House on the Prairie’ has captured the hearts and imaginations of so many fans around the world, and we’re excited to share its enduring themes of hope and optimism with a fresh take on this iconic story,” said Jinny Howe, vice president of drama series for Netflix. “Rebecca’s vision threads the needle with an...
Rebecca Sonnenshine (The Boys) will serve as showrunner and executive producer on the new series. “I fell deeply in love with these books when I was five years old,” added Sonnenshine. “They inspired me to become a writer and a filmmaker, and I am honored and thrilled to be adapting these stories for a new global audience with Netflix.“
“‘Little House on the Prairie’ has captured the hearts and imaginations of so many fans around the world, and we’re excited to share its enduring themes of hope and optimism with a fresh take on this iconic story,” said Jinny Howe, vice president of drama series for Netflix. “Rebecca’s vision threads the needle with an...
- 1/29/2025
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com

“The Righteous Gemstones” is closing shop in 2025.
The HBO comedy series created by and starring Danny McBride will end with Season 4 on HBO premiering in March, TheWrap has learned. The show was renewed for Season 4 in July 2023 ahead of the Season 3 finale.
“The Lord spoke to me and said it’s time to wrap this sucker up,” McBride said in a statement. “The story this season made the themes, ideas, and characters in ‘The Righteous Gemstones’ feel whole and complete. I have loved every second of working with this team for the past eight years, and there are some incredible payoffs, twists and turns in store over the course of this wild final season.”
“The Righteous Gemstones” follows the Gemstone family, a televangelist dynasty ruling over a megachurch. Patriarch Eli oversees the hilarious proceedings while siblings Jesse, Judy and Kelvin compete for who will take the throne of the religious...
The HBO comedy series created by and starring Danny McBride will end with Season 4 on HBO premiering in March, TheWrap has learned. The show was renewed for Season 4 in July 2023 ahead of the Season 3 finale.
“The Lord spoke to me and said it’s time to wrap this sucker up,” McBride said in a statement. “The story this season made the themes, ideas, and characters in ‘The Righteous Gemstones’ feel whole and complete. I have loved every second of working with this team for the past eight years, and there are some incredible payoffs, twists and turns in store over the course of this wild final season.”
“The Righteous Gemstones” follows the Gemstone family, a televangelist dynasty ruling over a megachurch. Patriarch Eli oversees the hilarious proceedings while siblings Jesse, Judy and Kelvin compete for who will take the throne of the religious...
- 1/23/2025
- by Jose Alejandro Bastidas
- The Wrap

The Righteous Gemstones will soon take its final bow. That’s right, the HBO comedy is coming to an end with Season 4.
Creator Danny McBride confirmed the news in an interview with GQ on Thursday morning, joking with the outlet: “God told me it was time. That we had achieved what we needed to do.”
In all seriousness, McBride said the move to end the series felt “natural,” given that his idea for Season 4 “was a story that was bringing all these themes and these ideas and these characters to a conclusion, to something that felt like completion.”
The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.
McBride...
Creator Danny McBride confirmed the news in an interview with GQ on Thursday morning, joking with the outlet: “God told me it was time. That we had achieved what we needed to do.”
In all seriousness, McBride said the move to end the series felt “natural,” given that his idea for Season 4 “was a story that was bringing all these themes and these ideas and these characters to a conclusion, to something that felt like completion.”
The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.
McBride...
- 1/23/2025
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV

“The Righteous Gemstones” will end its run at HBO with its upcoming fourth season, Variety has learned.
The comedy series was renewed for Season 4 at HBO back in July 2023. An exact premiere date has yet to be set, but the final episodes will begin airing in March.
“The Lord spoke to me and said it’s time to wrap this sucker up,” series creator and star Danny McBride said. “The story this season made the themes, ideas, and characters in ‘The Righteous Gemstones’ feel whole and complete. I have loved every second of working with this team for the past eight years, and there are some incredible payoffs, twists, and turns in store over the course of this wild final season.”
The comedy series tells the story of the titular Gemstone family, who are world-famous televangelists. Per the official logline, “When the spoiled Gemstone children finally get their wish to take control of the Church,...
The comedy series was renewed for Season 4 at HBO back in July 2023. An exact premiere date has yet to be set, but the final episodes will begin airing in March.
“The Lord spoke to me and said it’s time to wrap this sucker up,” series creator and star Danny McBride said. “The story this season made the themes, ideas, and characters in ‘The Righteous Gemstones’ feel whole and complete. I have loved every second of working with this team for the past eight years, and there are some incredible payoffs, twists, and turns in store over the course of this wild final season.”
The comedy series tells the story of the titular Gemstone family, who are world-famous televangelists. Per the official logline, “When the spoiled Gemstone children finally get their wish to take control of the Church,...
- 1/23/2025
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV

Exclusive: Megan Mullally and Seann William Scott will join the cast of The Righteous Gemstones in season 4 of the HBO comedy.
Mullally (Will & Grace) will guest star as Lori Milsap, a long-time friend of the Gemstone family who used to write music and sing with Aimee-Leigh. Scott (Shifting Gears) will play Corey Milsap, Lori’s son who has been a family friend of the Gemstone kids for his entire life.
In addition, Arden Myrin will play Jana Milsap, Corey’s wife. The comedy will return this year, but no premiere date has been announced.
The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.
The cast...
Mullally (Will & Grace) will guest star as Lori Milsap, a long-time friend of the Gemstone family who used to write music and sing with Aimee-Leigh. Scott (Shifting Gears) will play Corey Milsap, Lori’s son who has been a family friend of the Gemstone kids for his entire life.
In addition, Arden Myrin will play Jana Milsap, Corey’s wife. The comedy will return this year, but no premiere date has been announced.
The Righteous Gemstones tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past.
The cast...
- 1/21/2025
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV

In 2022, Nicolas Cage played Nicolas Cage in "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent," a delightful comedy outing that saw the veteran star come across as what /Film's Jacob Hall described as "often nuanced, generally restrained, and painfully, awkwardly human." That's quite an accomplishment for Cage, who has been known for anything but his restraint in the last couple of decades. Even when he starred in the most terrifying horror movie of 2024, "Longlegs," he played the mysterious and creepy serial killer with an over-the-top relish. I went into that theater wondering if we'd see some kind of uncharacteristic restraint on Cage's behalf, but after he started scream-singing five minutes into the movie I thought, "Nope!" Not to say his performance was bad, but if you saw him in David Gordon Green's 2013 effort "Joe," you might too be hoping for more of the quietly brooding older Nic Cage and less of...
- 1/17/2025
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film

Neo Sora, the filmmaker and artist behind “Happyend,” has signed with Cinetic Media.
The move comes after “Happyend,” which Sora wrote as well as directed, premiered at the 2024 Venice Film Festival. It went on to screen at the Toronto International Film Festival, New York Film Festival and Busan International Film Festival, earning positive reviews at each stop. The coming-of-age story is set in a near-future Japan, where a group of high schoolers fights for a better future against a techno-fascist world fueled by the fear of the next great earthquake.
Metrograph picked up the film for North America distribution after it screened in Venice and will release the film in theaters in 2025. Magnify is handling the rest of the world. The film was produced by Albert Tholen, Aiko Masubuchi, Eric Nyari, Alex C. Lo and Anthony Chen, and supported by the likes of the Sundance Institute, Gotham Project Market and Talents Tokyo.
The move comes after “Happyend,” which Sora wrote as well as directed, premiered at the 2024 Venice Film Festival. It went on to screen at the Toronto International Film Festival, New York Film Festival and Busan International Film Festival, earning positive reviews at each stop. The coming-of-age story is set in a near-future Japan, where a group of high schoolers fights for a better future against a techno-fascist world fueled by the fear of the next great earthquake.
Metrograph picked up the film for North America distribution after it screened in Venice and will release the film in theaters in 2025. Magnify is handling the rest of the world. The film was produced by Albert Tholen, Aiko Masubuchi, Eric Nyari, Alex C. Lo and Anthony Chen, and supported by the likes of the Sundance Institute, Gotham Project Market and Talents Tokyo.
- 1/14/2025
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV

While the duo have finally been confirmed to be coming back, Freddie Prinze Jr. has some surprising insight about Julie and Ray's return in the I Know What You Did Last Summer legacy sequel. After moving away from a Mike Flanagan-helmed remake, development began on a direct sequel to the 1998 sequel with Jennifer Kaytin Robinson directing on a script she co-wrote with Sam Lansky, from a story she developed with Leah McKendrick. The new Last Summer cast is set to be led by Madelyn Cline, with Jennifer Love Hewitt and Prinze Jr. confirmed separately in September and December 2024.
Now, during a recent interview with Scale Talk Podcast with David Miniatures, Prinze Jr. was asked about his upcoming return for the I Know What You Did Last Summer sequel. In addition to reaffirming he will be playing Ray again for the film, Prinze Jr. also confirmed that neither he nor...
Now, during a recent interview with Scale Talk Podcast with David Miniatures, Prinze Jr. was asked about his upcoming return for the I Know What You Did Last Summer sequel. In addition to reaffirming he will be playing Ray again for the film, Prinze Jr. also confirmed that neither he nor...
- 1/12/2025
- by Grant Hermanns
- ScreenRant
Mike Flanagan has teased his ‘Exorcist’ reboot and ‘Carrie’ TV show will both have “unique takes” on the horror franchises.The 46-year-old director is due to helm a reimagining of the classic 1973 horror flick and a small-screen adaptation of Stephen King’s 1974 novel for Amazon MGM Studios, and has now hinted both his projects will offer audiences new spooky experiences that are “feeling surprisingly timely”.He told a fan on Bluesky: "Our unique takes on both The Exorcist and Carrie are feeling surprisingly timely..."Before Flanagan took over ‘The Exorcist’ franchise, director David Gordon Green was set to helm his own trilogy, though was dropped from the series after his 2023 movie ‘The Exorcist: Believer’ failed to impress commercially or critically.In September, Flanagan said he was looking to “add” something new to ‘The Exorcist’ mythology, and fought “very aggressively” to acquire the rights to the series.He told The Hollywood Reporter...
- 1/3/2025
- by Alex Getting
- Bang Showbiz

Paul Rust said in a recent episode of the “With Gourley and Rust” podcast that he saw James Franco “flip out” on a set a few days after he co-hosted the 2011 Oscars with Anne Hathaway.
“I saw James Franco flip out once,” Rust claimed. “When ‘Your Highness’ came out, CollegeHumor was going to try to do some promotion, and the idea was that a group of nerds are playing Dungeons and Dragons with the stars of ‘Your Highness,’ James Franco and Danny McBride.”
Rust noted that “this was literally two days after [Franco] had hosted the Oscars. So he was upset because the reviews were not good. He was in a bad mood.”
Franco co-hosted the Oscars ceremony in February 2011. At the time, he was also promoting “Your Highness,” the David Gordon Green-directed stoner comic fantasy film, which was released in theaters in April of that year.
The comedian recalled that,...
“I saw James Franco flip out once,” Rust claimed. “When ‘Your Highness’ came out, CollegeHumor was going to try to do some promotion, and the idea was that a group of nerds are playing Dungeons and Dragons with the stars of ‘Your Highness,’ James Franco and Danny McBride.”
Rust noted that “this was literally two days after [Franco] had hosted the Oscars. So he was upset because the reviews were not good. He was in a bad mood.”
Franco co-hosted the Oscars ceremony in February 2011. At the time, he was also promoting “Your Highness,” the David Gordon Green-directed stoner comic fantasy film, which was released in theaters in April of that year.
The comedian recalled that,...
- 12/30/2024
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV


Production is underway on the AI thriller Serena, and Deadline reports that a sinister chatbot in the story is being played by Andi Matichak, who is best known for playing the role of Allyson Nelson, the granddaughter of Laurie Strode, in the recent trilogy of Halloween sequels from Blumhouse Productions and director David Gordon Green.
Directed by Rob Alicea, who is making his feature debut, from a script written by Jonathan Benecke and P.T. Hylton, Serena has the following synopsis: Desperate to launch her company into the future with resounding success, a CEO commissions tech engineer Holly to build her an AI model. However, before being implemented it must be tested. Down-on-his-luck and funds, former rock star, Chris Sadowsky, is asked to be one of the testers — with devastating repercussions. A simple tool, a chatbot who calls herself ‘Serena’ (Matichak) proves to be a soothingly sinister weapon of destruction, all...
Directed by Rob Alicea, who is making his feature debut, from a script written by Jonathan Benecke and P.T. Hylton, Serena has the following synopsis: Desperate to launch her company into the future with resounding success, a CEO commissions tech engineer Holly to build her an AI model. However, before being implemented it must be tested. Down-on-his-luck and funds, former rock star, Chris Sadowsky, is asked to be one of the testers — with devastating repercussions. A simple tool, a chatbot who calls herself ‘Serena’ (Matichak) proves to be a soothingly sinister weapon of destruction, all...
- 12/17/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com


Jamie Lee Curtis is looking likely to take over from the late Angela Lansbury in a new take on Murder, She Wrote. More here.
We’ve known for over a year now that a film version of the beloved 1980s TV series, Murder, She Wrote is heading our way courtesy of the writing team behind 2023’s Dumb Money.
The writers of the film, Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo, revealed in September of that year that they were teaming with producer Amy Pascal to work on an adaptation of Murder, She Wrote, the classic 1980s US murder mystery show that made the late Angela Lansbury into a beloved star.
Of course, that announcement came at the very tail-end of the Hollywood writers’ strikes so just how quickly things got up and running, we can only guess, but accoring to Deadline, things are definitely moving. What’s more with none other...
We’ve known for over a year now that a film version of the beloved 1980s TV series, Murder, She Wrote is heading our way courtesy of the writing team behind 2023’s Dumb Money.
The writers of the film, Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo, revealed in September of that year that they were teaming with producer Amy Pascal to work on an adaptation of Murder, She Wrote, the classic 1980s US murder mystery show that made the late Angela Lansbury into a beloved star.
Of course, that announcement came at the very tail-end of the Hollywood writers’ strikes so just how quickly things got up and running, we can only guess, but accoring to Deadline, things are definitely moving. What’s more with none other...
- 12/17/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories

Exclusive: American actor Dylan Arnold, best known for starring in David Gordon Green’s Halloween remake and Netflix’s popular series You, will lead the indie feature Born To Lose.
From director Joseph Zentil, who is making his feature debut, the film follows Andy Logan (Arnold), a young biker grappling with his father’s troubled legacy along with his escalating debts to a local gangster. As he races to restore a vintage motorcycle to save himself, he must confront family secrets and forge his own identity.
Born to Lose also stars James Le Gros (Drugstore Cowboy) as Jed Duncan, Andy’s reluctant mentor, Ambyr Childers (The Master) as Julie Logan, Andy’s troubled sister, Sarah Pidgeon (Tiny Beautiful Things) as Tabitha, a country singer and Andy’s on-off girlfriend and Shane Callahan (Dopesick) as Roddy, the local gangster.
The film was written by Pierce Csurgo, Zentil, and Eric J. Kinsey who serves as a co-producer.
From director Joseph Zentil, who is making his feature debut, the film follows Andy Logan (Arnold), a young biker grappling with his father’s troubled legacy along with his escalating debts to a local gangster. As he races to restore a vintage motorcycle to save himself, he must confront family secrets and forge his own identity.
Born to Lose also stars James Le Gros (Drugstore Cowboy) as Jed Duncan, Andy’s reluctant mentor, Ambyr Childers (The Master) as Julie Logan, Andy’s troubled sister, Sarah Pidgeon (Tiny Beautiful Things) as Tabitha, a country singer and Andy’s on-off girlfriend and Shane Callahan (Dopesick) as Roddy, the local gangster.
The film was written by Pierce Csurgo, Zentil, and Eric J. Kinsey who serves as a co-producer.
- 12/16/2024
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV

Dan Stevens is set to star in the new horror movie The Ritual with the legendary Al Pacino, which is set up to be the perfect replacement for the recent failed restart of a beloved horror franchise. From director David Midell and writer Enrico Natale, The Ritual recently got a release date for Easter weekend 2025, and based on the limited details revealed, seems like it will hit many of the familiar notes of the demonic exorcism subgenre. That certainly isn't a strike against it, given how many disappointing exorcism movies have been released in the last few years.
A familiar exorcism formula could still be a massive hit, considering The Ritual will be elevated by the presence of Pacino and Stevens. While there has been no shortage of attempts at high-quality modern exorcism movies, there have unfortunately been very few successes. In just the last two years, Academy Award-winner Russell Crowe...
A familiar exorcism formula could still be a massive hit, considering The Ritual will be elevated by the presence of Pacino and Stevens. While there has been no shortage of attempts at high-quality modern exorcism movies, there have unfortunately been very few successes. In just the last two years, Academy Award-winner Russell Crowe...
- 12/14/2024
- by Bill Dubiel
- ScreenRant


When he’s not directing episodes of Severance or learning how to be a parent to estranged nephews in the David Gordon Green-directed holiday comedy Nutcrackers, Ben Stiller likes to map out his next move, which could take him back to the Circle of Trust for a new Meet the Parents movie. According to Deadline, Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Teri Polo, and Blythe Danner are in early talks for a new film in the Meet the Parents franchise.
John Hamburg, who wrote all three Parents films, including Meet the Parents, Meet the Fockers, and Little Fockers, returns to write the screenplay. Sources say no director is attached, but the studio is on the hunt. Jane Rosenthal and De Niro produce through Tribeca Productions alongside Jay Roach. Roach directed the first two films in the franchise and helped produce all three in the trilogy via Delirious Media. Ben Stiller...
John Hamburg, who wrote all three Parents films, including Meet the Parents, Meet the Fockers, and Little Fockers, returns to write the screenplay. Sources say no director is attached, but the studio is on the hunt. Jane Rosenthal and De Niro produce through Tribeca Productions alongside Jay Roach. Roach directed the first two films in the franchise and helped produce all three in the trilogy via Delirious Media. Ben Stiller...
- 12/10/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com

Exclusive: Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Teri Polo and Blythe Danner are in early talks to return for a new film in the Meet the Parents franchise, in development at Universal Pictures.
Plot details are being kept inside the circle of trust. John Hamburg — who co-wrote all three prior films in the franchise, and produced the most recent, Little Fockers — is set to write the screenplay. No word yet on who’s directing.
Jane Rosenthal and De Niro are returning to produce through Tribeca Productions, along with Jay Roach — who directed the first two films and produced all three past installments — through Delirious Media. Stiller and John Lesher will also produce through Red Hour Films. Executive Vice President of Production Development Matt Reilly and Director of Production Development Jacqueline Garrell will oversee the project for the studio.
A comedy juggernaut hinging on uncomfortable situations with in-laws, Meet the Parents centers...
Plot details are being kept inside the circle of trust. John Hamburg — who co-wrote all three prior films in the franchise, and produced the most recent, Little Fockers — is set to write the screenplay. No word yet on who’s directing.
Jane Rosenthal and De Niro are returning to produce through Tribeca Productions, along with Jay Roach — who directed the first two films and produced all three past installments — through Delirious Media. Stiller and John Lesher will also produce through Red Hour Films. Executive Vice President of Production Development Matt Reilly and Director of Production Development Jacqueline Garrell will oversee the project for the studio.
A comedy juggernaut hinging on uncomfortable situations with in-laws, Meet the Parents centers...
- 12/10/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV

Blumhouse Productions is one of the most successful horror houses in Hollywood, but the studio's remakes and sequels to bona fide spooky classics have proven to be a mixed bag. There have been dull efforts like "The Exorcist: Believer" but also impressive reboots like Leigh Whannell's "The Invisible Man," not to mention David Gordon Green's polarizing "Halloween" trilogy. Despite his company's willingness to resurrect iconic properties, however, some horror classics are apparently off-limits, even for Jason Blum and the gang of ghouls.
While speaking to Den of Geek, Blum revealed why his banner hasn't pressed ahead with plans to reboot the 1935 classic "Bride of Frankenstein," noting that it doesn't align with Blumhouse's frightening vision for the Universal Monsters:
"I don't really know what we would do with it; it's kind of a case-by-case basis. It was always sort of funny or always sort of campy, and I could...
While speaking to Den of Geek, Blum revealed why his banner hasn't pressed ahead with plans to reboot the 1935 classic "Bride of Frankenstein," noting that it doesn't align with Blumhouse's frightening vision for the Universal Monsters:
"I don't really know what we would do with it; it's kind of a case-by-case basis. It was always sort of funny or always sort of campy, and I could...
- 12/7/2024
- by Kieran Fisher
- Slash Film

Ben Stiller's new Christmas movie has become a streaming success despite its 37% Rotten Tomatoes score. Since the 1990s, Stiller has been a consistent comedic presence in film and television, starting with his sketch comedy series, The Ben Stiller Show. He later made appearances on shows like Friends, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Arrested Development, and Extras, the last of which earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.
After beginning his career in television, Stiller transitioned to film acting and starred in a string of successful studio comedies, such as There’s Something About Mary, Zoolander, Along Came Polly, Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, Tropic Thunder, and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. However, since the mid-2010s, Stiller has shifted back to television, directing episodes of Severance and other shows. Now, Stiller stars in two of 2024's most offbeat Christmas comedies, Nutcrackers and Dear Santa.
After beginning his career in television, Stiller transitioned to film acting and starred in a string of successful studio comedies, such as There’s Something About Mary, Zoolander, Along Came Polly, Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, Tropic Thunder, and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. However, since the mid-2010s, Stiller has shifted back to television, directing episodes of Severance and other shows. Now, Stiller stars in two of 2024's most offbeat Christmas comedies, Nutcrackers and Dear Santa.
- 12/5/2024
- by Adam Bentz
- ScreenRant


After starting off his career by directing independent dramas like George Washington and All the Real Girls, David Gordon Green shifted over to making stoner comedies like Pineapple Express and Your Highness for a while, then made his horror debut by taking the helm of a full trilogy of Halloween sequels: the 2018 Halloween, Halloween Kills, and Halloween Ends. That trilogy turned out to be rather divisive – some fans love what Green did with them, others were disappointed with how the story played out. Then he was planning to direct a trilogy of sequels to The Exorcist… but when The Exorcist: Believer was poorly received, he stepped away from that project. He’s currently doing the press rounds for his latest film, the family holiday comedy Nutcrackers, and during an interview with MovieWeb he shared advice and encouragement for directors who have the chance to work on established franchises like he...
- 12/4/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com


Stars: Minami Hamabe, Ryunosuke Kamiki, Sakura Ando, Kuranosuke Sasaki, Munetaka Aoki, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Yuki Yamada, Yuya Endo, Kisuke Iida, Sae Nagatani, Ozuno Nakamura | Written and Directed by Takashi Yamazaki
Nearly 70 years since Godzilla first appeared on-screen, the king of the monsters has headlined almost 40 feature films along with a few TV shows. Initially conceived as a metaphor for nuclear weapons, the atomic dinosaur has since battled numerous monsters on-screen, something that has driven Warner Bros’ recent adaptations while they build a Monsterverse. A different approach has been taken by writer/director Takashi Yamazaki, taking the icon back to its post-war roots for an outstanding work that is among the franchise’s best.
As World War II nears its end, kamikaze pilot Kōichi Shikishima (Ryunosuke Kamiki) runs from his orders by claiming that his aircraft is faulty. His arrival on Odo Island coincides with the attack of Godzilla which kills all...
Nearly 70 years since Godzilla first appeared on-screen, the king of the monsters has headlined almost 40 feature films along with a few TV shows. Initially conceived as a metaphor for nuclear weapons, the atomic dinosaur has since battled numerous monsters on-screen, something that has driven Warner Bros’ recent adaptations while they build a Monsterverse. A different approach has been taken by writer/director Takashi Yamazaki, taking the icon back to its post-war roots for an outstanding work that is among the franchise’s best.
As World War II nears its end, kamikaze pilot Kōichi Shikishima (Ryunosuke Kamiki) runs from his orders by claiming that his aircraft is faulty. His arrival on Odo Island coincides with the attack of Godzilla which kills all...
- 12/4/2024
- by James Rodrigues
- Nerdly

Warning! This article contains spoilers for Nutcrackers.
The Janson brothers, who play the young leading cast members in Nutcrackers, played a crucial role in defining the movie's real-life narrative foundation. Directed by David Gordon Green, best known for his work in horror flicks like 2018's Halloween and 2023's The Exorcist: Believer, Nutcrackers is another addition to 2024's holiday movie roster. With Ben Stiller as its lead, the movie follows the story of a man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he is forced to become a caregiver for his orphaned nephews.
Although the Ben Stiller character initially struggles to keep up with his rambunctious siblings and finds it hard to adapt to his new role as a primary caregiver, he eventually grows attached to the four young boys as they, too, become more accepting towards him. Like a typical Christmas movie, Nutcrackers pleases viewers with relatable familial themes and drama.
The Janson brothers, who play the young leading cast members in Nutcrackers, played a crucial role in defining the movie's real-life narrative foundation. Directed by David Gordon Green, best known for his work in horror flicks like 2018's Halloween and 2023's The Exorcist: Believer, Nutcrackers is another addition to 2024's holiday movie roster. With Ben Stiller as its lead, the movie follows the story of a man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he is forced to become a caregiver for his orphaned nephews.
Although the Ben Stiller character initially struggles to keep up with his rambunctious siblings and finds it hard to adapt to his new role as a primary caregiver, he eventually grows attached to the four young boys as they, too, become more accepting towards him. Like a typical Christmas movie, Nutcrackers pleases viewers with relatable familial themes and drama.
- 12/4/2024
- by Dhruv Sharma
- ScreenRant


Ben Stiller could have easily made Nutcrackers, a Christmas-season comedy about a work-obsessed single man who becomes a reluctant guardian to his four unruly nephews, in 1999, as he was making the transition from broad comedy support into more shaded leading roles. He could also have made it in 2009, after becoming...
- 12/2/2024
- by Jesse Hassenger
- avclub.com


Jeff Nichols has big plans for his future, as he has announced that in addition to his planned Cormac McCarthy adaptations, he will be penning his first original feature since 2016’s Midnight Special.
Jeff Nichols got his start as one of the most distinct auteurs to emerge in the mid-2000s, writing and directing Shotgun Stories, Take Shelter, Mud, and the aforementioned Midnight Special. His two most recent features, Loving and this year’s The Bikeriders, both had their roots in true stories, with the latter being adapted from a photo book. On the mixture of projects, Nichols told Deadline, “I’ve been making period pieces and films inspired by other people’s work and this next film for better or worse is going to be cut from Jeff Nichols cloth.”
In addition to these, Jeff Nichols will also go back to adapting, as he will take on Cormac McCarthy’s two Passenger books,...
Jeff Nichols got his start as one of the most distinct auteurs to emerge in the mid-2000s, writing and directing Shotgun Stories, Take Shelter, Mud, and the aforementioned Midnight Special. His two most recent features, Loving and this year’s The Bikeriders, both had their roots in true stories, with the latter being adapted from a photo book. On the mixture of projects, Nichols told Deadline, “I’ve been making period pieces and films inspired by other people’s work and this next film for better or worse is going to be cut from Jeff Nichols cloth.”
In addition to these, Jeff Nichols will also go back to adapting, as he will take on Cormac McCarthy’s two Passenger books,...
- 12/1/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com

Ben Stiller has returned to making movies, but the star's latest has earned him divisive results. The actor has been an active force in Hollywood for decades, making his movie debut in Hot Pursuit (1987). Stiller is best known for his performances in Madagascar (2005) as Alex, Night at the Museum (2006) as Larry, and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013) as the titular lead. Throughout his career, he has won a BAFTA Award, a Directors Guild of America award, and an Emmy.
Unfortunately, Stiller has not taken a major role since 2017, as he elected to focus on small projects. The smaller roles allowed him to increase his productivity as a director and producer. His last major casting was in 2021's Locked Down, but even that was a smaller part than he is typically known for. Stiller's focus on less prominent parts made his return a surprise. Unfortunately, his newest role in Hollywood...
Unfortunately, Stiller has not taken a major role since 2017, as he elected to focus on small projects. The smaller roles allowed him to increase his productivity as a director and producer. His last major casting was in 2021's Locked Down, but even that was a smaller part than he is typically known for. Stiller's focus on less prominent parts made his return a surprise. Unfortunately, his newest role in Hollywood...
- 11/30/2024
- by Lukas Shayo
- ScreenRant

After directing the Halloween sequel trilogy and an Exorcist reboot, David Gordon Green is back in the comedy genre with Nutcrackers — but it hasn’t done any better on Rotten Tomatoes than his horror films. Green has had a very interesting genre-hopping career trajectory. He first broke out in independent cinema with acclaimed dramas like George Washington, All the Real Girls, and Snow Angels. Then, he pivoted to making studio comedies with the likes of Pineapple Express, The Sitter, and Your Highness. Then, he pivoted to horror films with revivals of some of the genre’s biggest franchises.
Now, he’s firmly back in comedy territory with his new Christmas movie Nutcrackers, which is now streaming on Hulu. Ben Stiller leads the cast of Nutcrackers as a childless workaholic who has to relocate to rural Ohio to take care of his recently orphaned nephews. After Green’s horror movies were mostly panned by critics,...
Now, he’s firmly back in comedy territory with his new Christmas movie Nutcrackers, which is now streaming on Hulu. Ben Stiller leads the cast of Nutcrackers as a childless workaholic who has to relocate to rural Ohio to take care of his recently orphaned nephews. After Green’s horror movies were mostly panned by critics,...
- 11/30/2024
- by Ben Sherlock
- ScreenRant


In the new family comedy Nutcrackers, Ben Stiller plays a man forced to check in on four rambunctious brothers. It’s occasionally crude, a little heartbreaking, and it uses humor to tell a very sad tale with a bit of hope. Also starring Linda Cardellini, the film’s focus is on the Janson brothers, Homer, Ulysses “Uli,” Atlas, and Arlo. Having been family friends to writer/director David Gordon Green, the film offers a very personal touch amid the on-screen antics. And it’s nice to see Ben Stiller return to a more mature version of the roles he was known for early on in his career.
Sitting down for the interviews was a real treat. In fact, it made me appreciate what they had achieved with the Hulu comedy even more. We spoke to both Ben Stiller and Linda Cardellini, as well as the four brothers, and it was charming as hell.
Sitting down for the interviews was a real treat. In fact, it made me appreciate what they had achieved with the Hulu comedy even more. We spoke to both Ben Stiller and Linda Cardellini, as well as the four brothers, and it was charming as hell.
- 11/29/2024
- by JimmyO
- JoBlo.com

Warning! This post contains spoilers for Nutcrackers.
One of several new Christmas movies in 2024, Ben Stiller's heartwarming Christmas comedy Nutcrackers is now streaming on Hulu, and its ending is chock-full of touching moments, reveals, and resolutions. Nutcrackers' cast of characters stars Ben Stiller as Michael, a wealthy commercial real estate agent living in Chicago who is called to act as temporary guardian of his four nephews—played by real-life brothers Homer, Ulysses, Atlas, and Arlo Janson—after their parents tragically die in a car accident. In classic Christmas movie fashion, Michael must transition to life in rural Ohio and his nephews' farm.
Over the course of the movie, Michael becomes better acquainted with this way of life, even killing a chicken for them to eat at one point, and he begrudgingly accepts the nickname 'Mike' that he had resisted for the first half of the movie. Even as Uncle Mike,...
One of several new Christmas movies in 2024, Ben Stiller's heartwarming Christmas comedy Nutcrackers is now streaming on Hulu, and its ending is chock-full of touching moments, reveals, and resolutions. Nutcrackers' cast of characters stars Ben Stiller as Michael, a wealthy commercial real estate agent living in Chicago who is called to act as temporary guardian of his four nephews—played by real-life brothers Homer, Ulysses, Atlas, and Arlo Janson—after their parents tragically die in a car accident. In classic Christmas movie fashion, Michael must transition to life in rural Ohio and his nephews' farm.
Over the course of the movie, Michael becomes better acquainted with this way of life, even killing a chicken for them to eat at one point, and he begrudgingly accepts the nickname 'Mike' that he had resisted for the first half of the movie. Even as Uncle Mike,...
- 11/29/2024
- by Liz Declan
- ScreenRant

After a disastrous conclusion to his foray in horror with his doomed Exorcist reboot, David Gordon Green is back to form in Nutcrackers, a somewhat by-the-numbers comedy starring Ben Stiller. Like The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, though, I was drawn to this film because of its heart. Amongst the tense political climate and general separation America seems to be facing, it’s nice to shed the cynicism, a message that makes this a nice addition to Hulu’s catalog.
Nutcrackers Review
Mike (Ben Stiller) works at an advertising firm or something like that and is about to make a big deal. It’s not particularly important what he does; all that’s important is that he has a boring external goal that he has to face after the death of his sister thrusts him into the role of adoptive father to four children in a rural dump. The kids sort...
Nutcrackers Review
Mike (Ben Stiller) works at an advertising firm or something like that and is about to make a big deal. It’s not particularly important what he does; all that’s important is that he has a boring external goal that he has to face after the death of his sister thrusts him into the role of adoptive father to four children in a rural dump. The kids sort...
- 11/29/2024
- by Cole Groth
- FandomWire

“Nutcrackers” is here.
David Gordon Green’s latest stars Ben Stiller as Mike Maxwell, a workaholic who has a career in real estate. His life is turned upside down by the death of his sister (and her husband) in a car accident. This is the “Halloween” and “The Exorcist: Believer” director’s first non-horror movie since 2017 and Stiller’s first starring role since the same year. (In the years since Stiller has focused on directing on projects like Apple TV+’s incredible “Severance.”)
The movie premiered as the opening night film at the Toronto International Film Festival. A few days later it was picked up, in a lucrative deal, by Disney for a holiday premiere on the studio’s direct-to-consumer streaming platform Hulu.
But how can you watch Stiller’s latest? Read on to find out.
When does “Nutcrackers” come out?
“Nutcrackers” premieres on Hulu on Nov. 29.
Is “Nutcrackers” streaming or in theaters?...
David Gordon Green’s latest stars Ben Stiller as Mike Maxwell, a workaholic who has a career in real estate. His life is turned upside down by the death of his sister (and her husband) in a car accident. This is the “Halloween” and “The Exorcist: Believer” director’s first non-horror movie since 2017 and Stiller’s first starring role since the same year. (In the years since Stiller has focused on directing on projects like Apple TV+’s incredible “Severance.”)
The movie premiered as the opening night film at the Toronto International Film Festival. A few days later it was picked up, in a lucrative deal, by Disney for a holiday premiere on the studio’s direct-to-consumer streaming platform Hulu.
But how can you watch Stiller’s latest? Read on to find out.
When does “Nutcrackers” come out?
“Nutcrackers” premieres on Hulu on Nov. 29.
Is “Nutcrackers” streaming or in theaters?...
- 11/29/2024
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap


Plot: A Chicago executive (Ben Stiller) must look after his late sister’s four rambunctious children while trying to find them a foster home the state won’t separate them.
Review: Believe it or not, it’s been seven whole years since Ben Stiller last headlined a movie. Granted, he hasn’t exactly been idle, with him making a whole new name for himself as a director with the limited series Escape at Dannemora and then his major hit for Apple TV +, Severance (which has a second season on the way). Given this new move behind the camera, outside of cameos, he hasn’t headlined a movie since the one-two punch of Brad’s Status and The Meyerowitz Stories back in 2017. The last Frat Pack-style Stiller movie was Zoolander 2 from the year before (a movie whose failure reportedly deeply shook his confidence).
His return to form, Nutcrackers, casts Stiller to type,...
Review: Believe it or not, it’s been seven whole years since Ben Stiller last headlined a movie. Granted, he hasn’t exactly been idle, with him making a whole new name for himself as a director with the limited series Escape at Dannemora and then his major hit for Apple TV +, Severance (which has a second season on the way). Given this new move behind the camera, outside of cameos, he hasn’t headlined a movie since the one-two punch of Brad’s Status and The Meyerowitz Stories back in 2017. The last Frat Pack-style Stiller movie was Zoolander 2 from the year before (a movie whose failure reportedly deeply shook his confidence).
His return to form, Nutcrackers, casts Stiller to type,...
- 11/29/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Paul Schrader wishes he hadn't made ‘Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist’.The 78-year-old director helmed the controversial 2005 horror flick - which takes place before the events of the 1973 original - and now Schrader has admitted he never should have tackled the project because he doesn’t think he was “really suited” for the film.In an interview with MovieWeb, ‘The Card Counter’ director said: “I shouldn't have done it. It was not something I was really suited for.”Schrader - who has written some of Hollywood’s best thrillers like ‘Taxi Driver’ and ‘Rolling Thunder’ - added if he was presented with the chance to direct ‘Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist’ today, he would have turned it down.He continued: “I thought I could pull it off, but if I had that opportunity again, I would say, 'I think I will stick to what I do best.'”Schrader was...
- 11/29/2024
- by Alex Getting
- Bang Showbiz

While walking through the comical struggles of a caregiver, Nutcrackers features many memorable character beats captured by a talented roster of actors. Directed by David Gordon Green, Nutcrackers was the opening film at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival. While it has received a mixed set of reviews from critics since its premiere and has an underwhelming Rotten Tomatoes score of 32%, many have appreciated it for delivering what it promises: some heart-warming holiday fun.
Nutcrackers does not attempt to set itself apart from other run-of-the-mill holiday movies, which makes it no more memorable than the regular fare of family films that come out at the end of every year. However, despite this, the film seems to have enough heart to keep viewers engaged throughout its runtime. Its ability to entertain can primarily be attributed to the memorable performances of its cast, which includes both new and familiar names.
Ben Stiller as...
Nutcrackers does not attempt to set itself apart from other run-of-the-mill holiday movies, which makes it no more memorable than the regular fare of family films that come out at the end of every year. However, despite this, the film seems to have enough heart to keep viewers engaged throughout its runtime. Its ability to entertain can primarily be attributed to the memorable performances of its cast, which includes both new and familiar names.
Ben Stiller as...
- 11/28/2024
- by Dhruv Sharma
- ScreenRant

The Exorcist: Believer director David Gordon Green shares his guidance on how filmmakers should approach well-known and established franchises, and the balance between pleasing fans and adding their own perspective. The 2023 sequel to the infamous 1973 horror classic saw a father try to rescue his daughter and her best friend from possession. Alongside his work on The Exorcist: Believer, Green is also responsible for the 2018 Halloween soft reboot sequel, and its two following installments.
While Mike Flanagan is set to reboot The Exorcist series once more for a 2026 feature, Green opens up to MovieWeb about advice he'd be willing to share with the filmmaker, and others who had desires to tackle well-known franchises. While the director was willing to encourage any filmmaker to try and add their own vision to a franchise he acknowledged that there may be difficulty between adding their own personal take to a series while keeping with established continuity and lore.
While Mike Flanagan is set to reboot The Exorcist series once more for a 2026 feature, Green opens up to MovieWeb about advice he'd be willing to share with the filmmaker, and others who had desires to tackle well-known franchises. While the director was willing to encourage any filmmaker to try and add their own vision to a franchise he acknowledged that there may be difficulty between adding their own personal take to a series while keeping with established continuity and lore.
- 11/28/2024
- by Nathan Graham-Lowery
- ScreenRant

Weekend Movie And Show Picks. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
The entertainment scene feels light this weekend on Ott platforms and in theaters. It could be because the major releases are gearing up for next month, just in time for Christmas. As usual, Netflix takes the lead with the highest number of titles. Netflix offers a variety of options, including a rags-to-riches story, a thrilling heist movie, a Christmas romantic comedy, and a gripping conspiracy thriller. If none interest you, head to Disney+ Hotstar for a heartwarming comedy about an uncle struggling to care for his orphaned nibblings. In theaters, we have just two notable releases this week. Please keep reading to discover what they are and everything else you need to know about what to watch this weekend.
Netflix
Lucky Baskhar (Telugu)
Directed by Venky Atluri, this period financial crime drama stars Dulquer Salmaan in the titular role. Set in the late 1980s and early 90s,...
The entertainment scene feels light this weekend on Ott platforms and in theaters. It could be because the major releases are gearing up for next month, just in time for Christmas. As usual, Netflix takes the lead with the highest number of titles. Netflix offers a variety of options, including a rags-to-riches story, a thrilling heist movie, a Christmas romantic comedy, and a gripping conspiracy thriller. If none interest you, head to Disney+ Hotstar for a heartwarming comedy about an uncle struggling to care for his orphaned nibblings. In theaters, we have just two notable releases this week. Please keep reading to discover what they are and everything else you need to know about what to watch this weekend.
Netflix
Lucky Baskhar (Telugu)
Directed by Venky Atluri, this period financial crime drama stars Dulquer Salmaan in the titular role. Set in the late 1980s and early 90s,...
- 11/28/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi

Not every year brings a new holiday classic, but this Friday, David Gordon Green slips one under the tree.
Snapped up by Hulu following its premiere at the Toronto Film Festival, the film is Nutcrackers, a little dramedy Green shot out on a small-town Ohio farm late last year, with an interim agreement in hand. Ben Stiller stars as Mike, a workaholic who heads out to the Buckeye State to look after his recently orphaned nephews, developing a closer bond with the rowdy bunch than he had anticipated.
Green’s way into the project was unconventional — engineering a film around the charismatic young sons of a close film school friend. After years steeping himself in horror, between an Exorcist film and a Halloween trilogy, the project marked a return to his humanist roots, as well as his first feature comedy in almost a decade. But while pivoting creatively, as he’s known to do,...
Snapped up by Hulu following its premiere at the Toronto Film Festival, the film is Nutcrackers, a little dramedy Green shot out on a small-town Ohio farm late last year, with an interim agreement in hand. Ben Stiller stars as Mike, a workaholic who heads out to the Buckeye State to look after his recently orphaned nephews, developing a closer bond with the rowdy bunch than he had anticipated.
Green’s way into the project was unconventional — engineering a film around the charismatic young sons of a close film school friend. After years steeping himself in horror, between an Exorcist film and a Halloween trilogy, the project marked a return to his humanist roots, as well as his first feature comedy in almost a decade. But while pivoting creatively, as he’s known to do,...
- 11/27/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
‘The Exorcist: Believer’ director David Gordon Green has encouraged newcomers to horror franchises to “invest all of themselves” into the series.The 49-year-old filmmaker handed the reigns to the demonic franchise to Mike Flanagan, 46, after he finished working on ‘The Exorcist: Believer’, and has now stressed filmmakers who board big, pre-established I.Ps need to fully embrace the responsibilities of helming such a popular series if they are to succeed.During an interview with MovieWeb, Green said: “I certainly want to encourage people to do it, but it's challenging because you want the filmmaker to invest all of themselves in that project.”Even so, the ‘Halloween Ends’ director added new directors like Flanagan should be mindful of looking after big cinematic series to ensure the franchise avoids any major backlash from fans, such as what was seen with 'Joker: Folie a Deux’.Green added: “When we're talking about bigger franchises that have legacies and fan bases,...
- 11/27/2024
- by Alex Getting
- Bang Showbiz

Nutcrackers marks the return of Ben Stiller in a leading role. He plays Mike, who heads to the heart of Ohio to care for his four rambunctious nephews in the aftermath of his sister and her husband passing away in a tragic car accident. Though initially hesitant, Mike realizes they may be the family he's always needed.
Director David Gordon Green was inspired by real-life brothers - Homer Janson, Ulysses Janson, Arlo Janson, and Atlas Janson - and actually filmed on their family farm. This is the first acting role for all four boys. Green is well known in the horror world for movies like Halloween Kills (2021) and Halloween (2018), but is no stranger to comedy either, as he directs and produces The Righteous Gemstones.
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Related Janson Siblings & Writer Leland Douglas Talk Working With Ben Stiller On The Nutcrackers Red Carpet [TIFF]
Screen Rant attends the Nutcrackers premiere at the Toronto...
Director David Gordon Green was inspired by real-life brothers - Homer Janson, Ulysses Janson, Arlo Janson, and Atlas Janson - and actually filmed on their family farm. This is the first acting role for all four boys. Green is well known in the horror world for movies like Halloween Kills (2021) and Halloween (2018), but is no stranger to comedy either, as he directs and produces The Righteous Gemstones.
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Related Janson Siblings & Writer Leland Douglas Talk Working With Ben Stiller On The Nutcrackers Red Carpet [TIFF]
Screen Rant attends the Nutcrackers premiere at the Toronto...
- 11/22/2024
- by Tessa Smith
- ScreenRant

Nutcrackers is a family drama film that is perfect for the holiday season. Directed by David Gordon Green (best known for the new Halloween trilogy) and starring Ben Stiller, it follows his character Mike, who travels to Ohio after his sister's passing to take care of his nephews while they wait for a foster family.
The four boys who star in Nutcrackers are siblings in real life, experiencing their first acting job together, and the movie was filmed at their house. Linda Cardellini, meanwhile, plays the social worker who is trying to help them find a new home. Nutcrackers starts streaming on Hulu November 29, just in time to ring in the holidays.
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Related Janson Siblings & Writer Leland Douglas Talk Working With Ben Stiller On The Nutcrackers Red Carpet [TIFF]
Screen Rant attends the Nutcrackers premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and chats with the cast about filming on a farm in Ohio.
The four boys who star in Nutcrackers are siblings in real life, experiencing their first acting job together, and the movie was filmed at their house. Linda Cardellini, meanwhile, plays the social worker who is trying to help them find a new home. Nutcrackers starts streaming on Hulu November 29, just in time to ring in the holidays.
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Related Janson Siblings & Writer Leland Douglas Talk Working With Ben Stiller On The Nutcrackers Red Carpet [TIFF]
Screen Rant attends the Nutcrackers premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and chats with the cast about filming on a farm in Ohio.
- 11/22/2024
- by Tessa Smith
- ScreenRant

Ben Stiller returns to a lead role for the first time in six years, teaming up with Director David Gordon Green to bring to life the film Nutcrackers. The Hulu original movie debuted at the 2024 Toronto Film Festival and will be available to stream on November 29. We had the pleasure of chatting with Ben Stiller, Linda Cardellini, and the four Janson brothers ahead of the film’s release.
Nutcrackers follows Nick, a workaholic forced to travel to rural Ohio to look after his recently orphaned nephews. Stillers’ return to films is met with a warm blanket. The movie isn’t slapstick funny but more of a family comedy. You will want to grab the kids, microwave popcorn, and enjoy family movie night. The Janson brothers will have the kids laughing, and Stiller’s reactions will have the adults laughing. It’s the type of movie that makes you feel like a kid again.
Nutcrackers follows Nick, a workaholic forced to travel to rural Ohio to look after his recently orphaned nephews. Stillers’ return to films is met with a warm blanket. The movie isn’t slapstick funny but more of a family comedy. You will want to grab the kids, microwave popcorn, and enjoy family movie night. The Janson brothers will have the kids laughing, and Stiller’s reactions will have the adults laughing. It’s the type of movie that makes you feel like a kid again.
- 11/22/2024
- by Ricky Valero
- FandomWire

As the holiday season kicks into high gear, so too does the arrival of a new crop of movies centered around themes of love and family. While Netflix gleefully throws itself into the Hallmark-esque brand of holiday romance and cheer, Hulu has a decidedly different kind of offering, albeit with some heartwarming moments of its own. Nutcrackers is a family dramedy that isn't exactly sentimental, yet it still somehow achieves a sincere conclusion.
Nutcrackers
Director David Gordon GreenRelease Date November 29, 2024Writers Leland DouglasCast Linda Cardellini, Edi Patterson, Toby Huss, Tim Heidecker, Ben StillerRating Not Yet RatedRuntime 104 MinutesGenres Family, DramaMain Genre Comedy
The movie is directed by David Gordon Green, who in recent years has dabbled more in iconic horror franchises than straightforward family sagas. He demonstrates a deft hand at directing child actors here perhaps not surprising after last year's Believer though the whole thing would fall apart without a strong,...
Nutcrackers
Director David Gordon GreenRelease Date November 29, 2024Writers Leland DouglasCast Linda Cardellini, Edi Patterson, Toby Huss, Tim Heidecker, Ben StillerRating Not Yet RatedRuntime 104 MinutesGenres Family, DramaMain Genre Comedy
The movie is directed by David Gordon Green, who in recent years has dabbled more in iconic horror franchises than straightforward family sagas. He demonstrates a deft hand at directing child actors here perhaps not surprising after last year's Believer though the whole thing would fall apart without a strong,...
- 11/21/2024
- by Rachel Labonte
- ScreenRant

Turkish-British writer Elif Shafak’s Booker Prize-nominated novel “10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World,” which is set in the world of Istanbul sex workers, will be adapted into a feature film by Madrid-based Isb Films and Turkey’s Limon Film.
Shafak, who is Turkey’s most widely read female author, is known for her vast body of work spanning a dozen novels that have been translated into 50 languages. They often delve into themes of human rights, freedom of expression and identity. “10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World” is the first of her novels to be adapted into a feature film.
More than a decade ago, she moved from Turkey to the U.K. after her book “The Bastard of Istanbul” – which touches on the mass killings of Armenians during the final years of the Ottoman Empire – led her to be tried for “insulting Turkishness,” for which she was eventually acquitted.
Shafak, who is Turkey’s most widely read female author, is known for her vast body of work spanning a dozen novels that have been translated into 50 languages. They often delve into themes of human rights, freedom of expression and identity. “10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World” is the first of her novels to be adapted into a feature film.
More than a decade ago, she moved from Turkey to the U.K. after her book “The Bastard of Istanbul” – which touches on the mass killings of Armenians during the final years of the Ottoman Empire – led her to be tried for “insulting Turkishness,” for which she was eventually acquitted.
- 11/18/2024
- by Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV


Director David Gordon Green returns to the world of comedy with Nutcrackers, starring Ben Stiller. Here’s a festive trailer:
For the last few years, director David Gordon Green has spearheaded the revival of John Carpenter’s iconic Halloween franchise, helming 2018’s Halloween, 2021’s Halloween Kills and 2023’s Halloween Ends. It was quite a sharp left turn from the films that made his name, like The Sitter, Your Highness and stoner comedy Pineapple Express. Or his stately dramas like George Washington, All The Real Girls or Joe.
Now, Gordon Green returns to the world of comedy with Nutcrackers, a festive film about a wealthy single chap (Ben Stiller) who reluctantly becomes the surrogate father figure to a highly dysfunctional family.
The synopsis for the movie reads as follows:
Hotshot Chicago real estate developer Michael (Ben Stiller) never had time for family. His sister once said he was incapable of love.
For the last few years, director David Gordon Green has spearheaded the revival of John Carpenter’s iconic Halloween franchise, helming 2018’s Halloween, 2021’s Halloween Kills and 2023’s Halloween Ends. It was quite a sharp left turn from the films that made his name, like The Sitter, Your Highness and stoner comedy Pineapple Express. Or his stately dramas like George Washington, All The Real Girls or Joe.
Now, Gordon Green returns to the world of comedy with Nutcrackers, a festive film about a wealthy single chap (Ben Stiller) who reluctantly becomes the surrogate father figure to a highly dysfunctional family.
The synopsis for the movie reads as follows:
Hotshot Chicago real estate developer Michael (Ben Stiller) never had time for family. His sister once said he was incapable of love.
- 11/14/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories

Cinetic Media has signed Amalia Ulman, the multi-hyphenate behind “El Planeta,” a critically acclaimed absurdist comedy.
“El Planeta” was written, directed and produced by Ulman, who starred in the feature as well. It premiered at the 2021 Sundance Film festival in World Competition. The film was then given the prestigious opening night slot at Film at Lincoln Center and The Museum of Modern Art’s New Directors/New Films. “El Planeta” is set in the industrial northern Spanish city of Gijon during the 2009 economic crisis and follows mother and daughter grifters, who resort to ever more desperate schemes to maintain their lifestyle. Ulman is currently in post on her second feature film.
In addition, Ulman’s work as a visual artist has shown at the Tate Modern and had engagements at Art Basel. She was lauded as “the first great Instagram artist” for her piece “Excellences and Perfections.” Her work has been compared to Agnes Varda,...
“El Planeta” was written, directed and produced by Ulman, who starred in the feature as well. It premiered at the 2021 Sundance Film festival in World Competition. The film was then given the prestigious opening night slot at Film at Lincoln Center and The Museum of Modern Art’s New Directors/New Films. “El Planeta” is set in the industrial northern Spanish city of Gijon during the 2009 economic crisis and follows mother and daughter grifters, who resort to ever more desperate schemes to maintain their lifestyle. Ulman is currently in post on her second feature film.
In addition, Ulman’s work as a visual artist has shown at the Tate Modern and had engagements at Art Basel. She was lauded as “the first great Instagram artist” for her piece “Excellences and Perfections.” Her work has been compared to Agnes Varda,...
- 11/13/2024
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV


"Those delinquents hot-wired a carnival ride the other night." Hulu has revealed an fun trailer for a holiday comedy called Nutcrackers, the newest comedy directed by David Gordon Green. He spent a long time making his Halloween trilogy, but it's good to see him back directing more lively & funny films like he used to. Nutcrackers premiered at TIFF a few months ago and is opening direct-to-streaming on Hulu at the end of November in time for the holiday season. Dgg's Nutcrackers follows strait-laced and work obsessed Mike as he is suddenly thrust into being a caregiver for his rambunctious, orphaned nephews. In the most unlikely of places, 4 siblings find a loving shelter in an unexpected turn of circumstances. This endearing dramedy draws inspiration from actual events and deftly crafts a gripping story that unites everyone. Starring Ben Stiller, Linda Cardellini, Edi Patterson, Tim Heidecker, Toby Huss, Homer Janson, Ulysses Janson,...
- 11/12/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net


The holidays wouldn’t be the same without a feel-good comedy to help warm your chestnuts by the fire. Thankfully, Hulu is here with a heartfelt comedy about family, frustrations in parenting, and feeling like the best gift includes stepping up to the plate for loved ones in need. Directed by David Gordon Green, Nutcrackers stars Ben Stiller and Linda Cardellini. Today, Hulu shared a Nutcrackers trailer to make your heart grow two sizes bigger.
Nutcrackers follows strait-laced and work-obsessed Mike (Stiller) as he is suddenly thrust into being a caregiver for his rambunctious, orphaned nephews. The foursome is more than Mike can handle while finding them a new home, and he’s quickly learning that if you can’t beat them, join them. As the group gets closer, Mike discovers a part of himself he’s never known, brought on by the daily chaos and shared sensation of grief.
Nutcrackers follows strait-laced and work-obsessed Mike (Stiller) as he is suddenly thrust into being a caregiver for his rambunctious, orphaned nephews. The foursome is more than Mike can handle while finding them a new home, and he’s quickly learning that if you can’t beat them, join them. As the group gets closer, Mike discovers a part of himself he’s never known, brought on by the daily chaos and shared sensation of grief.
- 11/12/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com

A remake of a cult 1990s teen horror movie is in development with a Stranger Things star set to co-write and possibly direct. Within the horror genre, remakes, reboots, and legacy sequels have become increasingly popular. Recent examples include David Gordon Green's Halloween trilogy, which served as a direct sequel to John Carpenter's classic 1978 slasher, and The Exorcist: Believer, which also acted as a direct sequel to the original 1973 film, but was much less successful, causing the planned trilogy to be scrapped with another franchise reboot planned.
Similarly, Scream (2022) brought the slasher franchise back by introducing a new generation of characters alongside familiar faces like Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox), and Dewey Riley (David Arquette), leading to a sequel, Scream 6. Another 1990s slasher series, I Know What You Did Last Summer, is also receiving the same treatment with a legacy sequel starring Jennifer Love Hewitt...
Similarly, Scream (2022) brought the slasher franchise back by introducing a new generation of characters alongside familiar faces like Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox), and Dewey Riley (David Arquette), leading to a sequel, Scream 6. Another 1990s slasher series, I Know What You Did Last Summer, is also receiving the same treatment with a legacy sequel starring Jennifer Love Hewitt...
- 11/12/2024
- by Adam Bentz
- ScreenRant
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