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Before the release of Predator: Badlands, the franchise will first return with animated anthology movie Predator: Killer of Killers, which begins the hunt on Hulu on June 6, 2025.

Co-directed by Dan Trachtenberg and Josh Wassung, the upcoming Predator: Killer of Killers has officially been rated “R” this week for…

“Strong bloody violence, some gore and language.”

The original animated action-adventure film follows three of the fiercest warriors in human history: a Viking raider guiding her young son on a bloody quest for revenge, a ninja in feudal Japan who turns against his Samurai brother in a brutal battle for succession, and a WWII pilot who takes to the sky to investigate an otherworldly threat to the Allied cause.

But while all these warriors are killers in their own right, they are merely prey for their new opponent – the ultimate killer of killers. Yes, we’re talking about those lovable Predators.

The voice cast includes Lindsay Lavanchy,...

Inspired by Kenner’s ’90s Aliens toys, Mondo has launched pre-orders for a Mantis Alien soft vinyl figure.

Designed by James Groman and colored Acid Blood Green, the 10.5″ Xenomorph is articulated including an extendable inner jaw.

A 5.25″ Corporal Hicks figure is also included, alongside a bazooka with a reloadable missile and an attachable Face Hugger.

Priced at $200, the set is limited to 500 and is expected to ship in November.

Hicks is played by Michael Biehn in James Cameron‘s 1986 sequel, starring alongside Sigourney Weaver, Paul Reiser, Lance Henriksen, Carrie Henn, and Bill Paxton.

In the film, Ripley reawakens from cryogenic sleep a half-century after a narrow escape from her alien foe, only to be sent to a remote colony to help battle an infestation of Xenomorphs.

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No film can ever hold as much intrigue as the cancelled project, that fabled, elusive "what if?" built up in press events and promo images, only to fall apart and become part of cinema's historical refuse pile. And there is no genre more given to this phenomenon than science fiction. There are sci-fi movies that were discarded by studios decades ago that still manage to cling on to an undead sort of cultural relevance -- a fascination among fans that won't let them truly disappear.

Today, we're looking at some of the most overhyped, widely discussed, heavily promoted, but ultimately never-to-be sci-fi films. It's a collection that undeniably sparks imagination, making us wonder what might have been had studio money lined up in the right way, or rights moved into the proper hands a little sooner, or a big star volunteered to join up.

We'll never know exactly what these movies would have looked like,...

In the age of sequels, remakes, and reboots, we often find ourselves yearning for something a little more… ‘out of this world’. Henry Cavill, who brought Geralt to life, has big plans for the Warhammer 40k universe- a project he’s been diligently working on for a while. But, alas, it seems we’re going to have to hold our horses a little longer.

Yes, while Cavill’s passion for the franchise is undeniable, the show’s release is still in development purgatory, leaving us with nothing but our imagination. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back. If you’re itching for some grimdark action while we wait, there are five films you should definitely check out.

So, sit tight, and let’s dive into this cinematic universe, while we wait for Cavill’s Warhammer 40,000 to become a reality.

5. Enemy at the Gates (2001) Ed Harris in Enemy at the Gates...

Disney+ just added James Cameron’s most underrated film which helped pave the way for Avatar in the best format possible!

James Cameron stands tall among the filmmakers of his generation. The writer/director may not have the best reputation, and many mock his writing. But there’s no denying that few filmmakers have transformed the game like Cameron with his stunning visual style.

His resume speaks for itself: The Terminator/Terminator 2, Aliens, True Lies, Titanic, and Avatar and its sequels. Cameron could boast the two highest-grossing films of all time as well as scores of Oscars. Cameron’s love of film and his amazing special effects have influenced scores of filmmakers and FX guys for decades.

However, one entry in Cameron’s filmography has been overlooked. A movie that was good in its time but built up a bigger following in the years since. It’s a groundbreaker...

Many years ago, onlookers watched with bated breath as Wyatt Earp marched out to confront ... Wyatt Earp. It was the mid-'90s, and two rival films about the legendary Wild West lawman were vying for the cinemagoer's buck: First up, on Christmas Day 1993, was George P. Cosmatos's "Tombstone," followed six months later by Lawrence Kasdan's "Wyatt Earp." Twin movies were a regular phenomenon in the '90s: You had "Deep Impact" versus "Armageddon," "Dante's Peak" versus "Volcano," and even "Antz" versus "A Bug's Life." But the dueling Westerns had a lot more at stake, because there was a significant beef between the two productions.

Kevin Costner was set to star in "Tombstone" before falling out with screenwriter Kevin Jarre, moving on to develop his own epic biopic of the frontier marshal with Lawrence Kasdan. Rather than let things lie, however, rumors circulated that Costner had tried using his...

It’s not uncommon for Lucasfilm to bring the stars of Star Wars to the stage of the Star Wars Celebration fan festivals. But few expected an animatronic of The Mandalorian’s breakout character, Grogu, to step out and wave his hand alongside his costars Pedro Pascal and Sigourney Weaver.

That was the scene this week in Tokyo where the trio appeared at Star Wars Celebration for the first official look at The Mandalorian and Grogu, the upcoming big-screen continuation of the Emmy-winning The Mandalorian Disney+ series. While the footage hasn’t been shared online yet, it offers a taste of what fans can expect to see.

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Who’s starring in The Mandalorian and Grogu?

The Last of Us’ Pedro Pascal...

"You are old enough now... it's time I tell you about the monster." 20th Century revealed the first official trailer for the animated movie Predator: Killer of Killers, directed by filmmaker Dan Trachtenberg. This is the first of two (!!) new Predator movies made by Trachtenberg following his hugely successful Predator movie Prey from 2022 (which I still think should've been released in theaters). Predator: Killer of Killers is an animated anthology feature containing three stories that will be released streaming on Hulu in June this summer. His next live-action feature is called Predator: Badlands, and it's currently set to hit theaters (woohoo!!) on November 7th later this fall. Two epic new Predator movies in 2025! The hunt begins. Three legendary warriors – a Viking mother seeking vengeance, a ninja fighting his samurai brother, and a WWII pilot facing cosmic horrors – become prey to an unstoppable hunter of killers. "Most characters are dealing with...

2025 will be a great year for Predator fans. With the highly anticipated Predator: Badlands set for release later this year, 20th Century Studios has a different surprise.

The Predator franchise has been keeping fans entertained since 1987. Following the success of the prequel Prey, director Dan Trachtenberg teased he had a different surprise in the franchise besides Predator: Badlands. Now, the first look at the upcoming project is available, as the creative team is delving into the world of animation with the upcoming Predator: Killer of Killers, which has just debuted its first teaser, as seen below.

The hunt begins.On June 6, Predator: Killer of Killers arrives on Hulu and with #HuluOnDisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/uOZT4Gn22f— 20th Century Studios (@20thcentury) April 8, 2025

The project had been rumored to be an animated film following three different stories for a few months, and the reports turned out to be true. Predator: Killer...

Overnight, Dan Trachtenberg became the Predator whisperer. His Comanche action-horror prequel Prey breathed life into the uneven franchise, and its success opened the door to pitch future entries. One idea became Predator: Badlands, which is slotted for a November 7th, 2025 release date (with new details coming out of CinemaCon this past weekend). But what if I told you Trachtenberg completed another Predator film in secret that’ll be available before we enter the Badlands?

Because that’s the truth, and Bloody Disgusting has the exclusive first details.

Predator: Killer of Killers is a three-part animated anthology that showcases Yautja warriors hunting human prey across global history. It’ll premiere as a Hulu exclusive on June 6th, 2025. The voice cast includes Lindsay Lavanchy, Louis Ozawa, Rick Gonzalez, and Michael Biehn.

Here’s the official synopsis with all the glorious details:

“Predator: Killer of Killers, an original animated action-adventure film set in the Predator universe,...

Since 1987, Predator fans have taken the ride on the sci-fi horror rollercoaster thanks to the series of films that have stemmed from the original Joel McTiernan-helmed and Arnold Schwarzenegger-led production. And, while we’ve long known that Prey director Dan Trachtenberg has had something up his sleeve beyond Predator: Badlands, its official reveal may shock you. The titular antagonist of the franchise has taken on an array of formidable enemies in the past, but nothing will prepare it for the bloody mess that’s about to break out when Predator: Killer of Killers causes chaos on Hulu on June 6. The biggest twist of all is how audiences will view the latest installment, as, for the first time ever, the creative team is leaving the live-action world behind and sketching their way into animation.

That’s right. Predator: Killer of Killers will carry the story into the eye-popping and dazzling world of animation,...

The film that kicked off the entire Terminatorfranchise has quietly landed on a new streaming home. 1984's The Terminator has officially made a new home for itself on HBO's Max streaming service.

The iconic sci-fi action thriller was added to the Max streaming library on April 1. Directed by James Cameron from a script co-written by Gale Anne Hurd, The Terminator introduced Arnold Schwarzenegger as the eponymous killing machine.The film also starred Linda Hamilton as Sarah Connor, a young woman whose unborn child would lead the human rebellion against their future robotic overlords ruled by the sentient AI known as Skynet.

The Terminator also starred Michael Biehn as the time-displaced freedom fighter Kyle Reese, Paul Winfield as police lieutenant Ed Traxler, and Lance Henrikson as LAPD officer Hal Vukovich. While the response to The Terminator was decidedly mixed at the time of its release, audiences couldn't get enough of its unique breed of sci-fi horror,...

1993's "Tombstone" is full of memorable lines. "You're a daisy if you do." "I calculate that's the end of this town." "Skin that smoke wagon and see what happens." But no line has stood the test of time or become more closely associated with the film than "I'm your huckleberry," as spoken by the late Val Kilmer in the role of Doc Holliday.

As fans look back on Kilmer's incredible acting career in the wake of his passing on April 1, 2025, movies like "Batman Forever," "Top Gun," and "Heat" naturally rank among the best ones he ever starred in. But Kilmer's turn in "Tombstone" is right there among them, and some would say that his performance as Doc Holliday was the finest of his career -- a combination of braggadocious cowboy one-liner-slingin' and tender, heartfelt dramatic moments.

The "huckleberry" line may have been made famous in the modern era in "Tombstone,...

Despite his health struggles, Val Kilmer’s recent passing has shaken us to our core. The man who gave us Iceman and Batman is no longer among us, but the mark he’s left behind will surely never fade. As we take a look back at some of the finest works by the actor, we cannot possibly leave out the cult classic that is Tombstone. Released in 1993, the Western film was highly praised for its action-packed storytelling and the performances, especially Val Kilmer’s portrayal of Doc Holliday.

However, even Val Kilmer’s co-star, Kurt Russell, agrees that it was a “miracle” the film ever made it out of production. While George P. Cosmatos is officially listed as Tombstone‘s director, there is a widespread belief that it was actually Kurt Russell who took responsibility behind the scenes when the film was struggling. Finally, actor Michael Biehn spoke up about the truth behind the rumors.

Actor Val Kilmer died Tuesday at the age of 65. His passing has inspired an outpouring of tributes from those who worked with him throughout his career and those who simply admired him from afar, and it is easy to see why. In his wake, Kilmer has left behind a one-of-a-kind filmography the likes of which most actors can only dream of compiling, as well as a number of performances that have already stood the test of time and will continue to do so in the years to come.

In honor of Kilmer, here are the five best movies starring the actor that are available to stream right now.

“The Doors” (Tri-Star Pictures) “The Doors” (1991)

“The Doors,” director Oliver Stone’s 1991 film about its eponymous rock band and legendary singer Jim Morrison, is not without its flaws. It must be seen, though, just for Kilmer’s central performance as Morrison. The...

Val Kilmer’s death on Tuesday, from pneumonia at 65, hit Western movie fans especially hard. In 1993’s Tombstone, Kilmer delivered one of the most indelible performances in the genre’s history as the tubercular dentist and gambler John Henry “Doc” Holliday. Beset by coughing fits, alcoholism, and a healthy dose of self-loathing, Kilmer’s portrayal emphasized the human frailty of an Old West legend over masculine bravado. Which isn’t to say Kilmer’s Holliday, as quick with his Colt .45 as he was with his tongue, wasn’t to be feared.

The late Val Kilmer had a couple of Disney connections fans may have forgotten about!

It’s always sad when a major star passes away at a seemingly too young age. Val Kilmer may have fallen from his 1990s limelight, but it was still jarring to his many fans to hear the actor had passed away at the age of 65 on April 1 after a long battle with throat cancer and pneumonia.

The actor debuted in the 1984 cult comedy Top Secret! That led to turns in Real Genius before his star-making role as Iceman in the 1986 smash Top Gun. After that, Kilmer was a much-in-demand actor starring in numerous hits, including a turn as the Caped Crusader in Batman Forever as well as Heat, The Saint, The Ghost, and the Darkness, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, and more.

Kilmer was, by his own admission, a temperamental man who could cause some messes on set.

Forget Skippy the Bush kangaroo – meet Rippy the bloodthirsty zombie marsupial – in the Australian horror out now on digital platforms in the UK including to rent/buy on Amazon Prime Video and on DVD. The Terminator and Aliens star Michael Biehn goes up against a zombie kangaroo in the horror chiller Rippy, the feature debut from director Ryan Coonan. Also starring Tess Haubrich [...]

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This April, Max is bringing you a lot of entertainment, from the highly anticipated return of the post-apocalyptic drama series The Last of Us to the streaming release of Nicole Kidman‘s erotic thriller film Babygirl. However, for the purposes of this article, we are only including the films that are coming to Max next month and have a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score. So, check out the 5 best films coming to Max in April 2025 with a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score.

Aftersun (April 1) Rotten Tomatoes Score: 95% Credit – A24

Aftersun is a semi-autobiographical coming-of-age drama film written and directed by Charlotte Wells. The 2022 film follows Sophie Patterson as she reflects on the last she took with her father at the age of 11-year-old at a fading resort. Sophie tries to come to terms with the image of her...

Max may not be as active when it comes to producing original films as most platforms do, but it has one of the finest rosters announced each month, featuring a mix of classic movies and modern favorites. For example, March has seen the addition of some of the most intriguing films, such as Heretic, Men in Black, and Maggie, and April appears to be on par with the previous lineup.

This month, Max users will be able to witness numerous exciting and underappreciated films, as well as some of the recent releases that haven't had much success on the big screen but are critically acclaimed by smaller crowds. So, without further ado, here are the movies that will be available on Max in April 2025.

'The Terminator' Streaming April 1

The Terminator, directed by James Cameron and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, kicked off one of the greatest film sagas of all time.

Avatar: Fire and Ash, the third installment in James Cameron's blockbuster science fiction series, is set to hit theaters this winter. But if you can't want to return to Pandora, Disney+ is ready to take you to another one of Cameron's alien worlds. The Abyss, Cameron's groundbreaking 1989 deep-sea thriller, will stream in 4K on the service starting on April 11, 2025.

The Abyss was Cameron's first film after his megahit Aliens, and he was given a $43 million Usd budget to work with. The production of the film was harrowing for both cast and crew, as the extensive underwater scenes proved to be exceptionally difficult and exhausting to shoot. Actor Ed Harris refuses to speak about it to this day, while co-star Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio has simply stated "The Abyss was a lot of things. Fun to make is not one of them." The film also features one of the first ever...

Over 30 years since its release, Tombstoneis still one of the greatest Westerns of all time. And a big reason for that is its characters, notably Doc Holliday. From the moment he steps into town, Doc defends his friends, makes enemies, and asserts himself as a force to be reckoned with. But one of his best moments is during his first altercation with Johnny Ringo, leader of the Cowboys gang.

During a heated conversation in the saloon, the two gunslingers engage in a Latin conversation, before putting on a performance with a pistol and a cup. The only problem is that no one, not even the audience, actually understands what the conversation was about. Clearly, the pair weren’t sharing pleasantries, but without subtitles or context, the meaning behind their words gets lost. But, thanks to Google Translate, fans can finally understand what the two discussed, and why it makes Doc Holliday all the more dangerous.

In 1993, George P. Cosmatos directed one of the most spectacular Westerns ever: Tombstone. While the script was layered in nuance and carried a cast of legends, it's a tale of two scenes sharing the similar foreboding line, "Hell is coming with me!" Fans can place the two scenes immediately, recalling the Old West galloping in the background. However, those lines were darker and had a deeper meaning than many realized.

At the time of the movie, it seemed like a filler story during a horrifying opening scene followed by a motivated sheriff hell-bent on vengeance and nothing to lose. The connection was an easy tie, but casual fans of the film didn't attach the gravitas to both scenes Cosmatos may have inserted into the characters of Wyatt Earp (Kurt Russell) and Johnny Ringo (Michael Biehn). Both were fierce, but one was inspired to protect a community, and the other was...

The 1993 modern Western hit Tombstonefollows the true story of the infamous Gunfight at the O.K. Corral and the Earp Vendetta Ride that took place in Arizona in the 1880s. Like most media based on real events, people, and places, the filming location is one of the most important parts of maintaining historical accuracy and viewer immersion. Tombstone involves a star-studded ensemble cast, including leads Kurt Russell as famous gunslinger Wyatt Earp, Val Kilmer as Doc Holliday, Michael Biehn as Johnny Ringo, and Sam Elliot as Wyatt's brother, Virgil.

The film depicts the real-life conflict between Wyatt's crew and a group of heavies known as The Cowboys. While not everything in the movie is perfectly accurate to what really happened, it expertly blends fact and fiction among several historical events during that time period. But the major factor of believability comes from its Arizona filming locations, which establish the narrative's overall realism.

Well, I’ll be damned! Pretty soon, it will be time to polish your spurs, load up on whiskey, and apply a healthy amount of styling wax to your mustache because one of the greatest films of the Western genre, Tombstone, is moseying onto 4K Uhd Blu-ray and Digital on April 22, 2025.

According to today’s official press release, “justice is coming when the epic action-adventure Tombstone rides again on April 22 on a 4K Uhd Blu-ray disc. The film has been meticulously remastered and restored, allowing audiences to experience every gun battle with stunning visuals and immersive sound. Tombstone will also be available on digital platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.”

“Originally released in 1993, this is the first 4K rodeo for Tombstone, triggering viewers to witness all the dustups and defilement of the Wild West in crisp visual detail unlike ever before. Without having to skin a smoke wagon,...

Exciting news has been revealed for physical media collectors and Tombstone fans. The iconic Western has been given the 4K Ultra HD treatment with an all-new Steelbook getting released in April.

As announced on Thursday,Tombstone will ride again on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on April 22, 2025. The movie has been "meticulously remastered and restored, allowing audiences to experience every gun battle with stunning visuals and immersive sound... triggering viewers to witness all the dustups and defilement of the Wild West in crisp visual detail unlike ever before." The new 4K version of the film will also be made available on digital platforms such as Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.

There will be bonuses for fans to also enjoy with the new release. This includes a sneak peek behind the scenes with director George P. Cosmatos, detailing how the filmmakers brought the story to life. In addition to...

Ready to return to “Tombstone?”

The George P. Cosmatos-directed western, which was released theatrically back in 1993, is arriving on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc on April 22, alongside a 4K digital release available on the same day wherever you buy your movies. The film has been “meticulously remastered and restored,” according to the official press release, “with stunning visuals and immersive sound.”

Kurt Russell plays U.S. Marshall Wyatt Earp, a gruff lawman who recruits his brothers Virgil and Morgan (Sam Elliott and Bill Paxton), along with gunslinger Doc Holliday (Val Kilmer) for the notorious gunfight at the O.K. Corral in Tombstone, Ariz. Powers Boothe plays Curly Bill Brocius, one of the Cowboys in a loose confederation of cattle rustlers, that go up against the Earps and Holliday. Dana Delany, Jason Priestley and Michael Biehn also star.

In 2002, a director’s cut of “Tombstone” was released on DVD, containing six extra minutes of footage,...

Doc Holliday is one of the most interesting men in the history of the Western genre. A dentist-turned-gambler-turned-gunfighter, his real-life story has been fictionalized through countless portrayals in film and TV. Throughout the years, Doc has been portrayed in a wide variety of ways, ranging from the cold and calculating to the charming and unpredictable.

Among the many actors who have taken on the role, Val Kilmer and Adam West stand out for their takes on the character, even though they played him decades apart. Kilmer’s portrayal in Tombstone remains one of the most iconic, playing Doc as a brilliant and witty man battling tuberculosis. West, on the other hand, took on the role in the late 1950s and early 1960s in a series of TV Westerns, bringing a more classic version of the gunslinger. Despite these differences, both actors made their portrayals memorable, adding to the character's legendary status in the Western genre.

The US military has been the focus of some of Hollywood's best movies, from naval aviators in Top Gun to special forces in projects like Delta Force and Executive Decision. One of the US' most prestigious units, the Navy SEALs, has been the focus of a variety of films and TV shows, exploring everything from life in the forces to combat missions. While the former can be interesting, it's the thick of battle that audiences love to see.

Navy SEALs remain one of Hollywood's favorite military units, and for good reason. From the rescue of Captain Phillips to the assassination of Osama bin Laden, they're effectively the face of America's elite heroes. While the movie business takes different angles with its exploration of them, the best ones go hard on the action. Whether it's a true story or a hard-hitting action movie, focusing on these elite soldiers rarely fails to impress.

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Tombstone has held down a legacy as one of the best and most influential Westerns for over thirty years. It has also often been credited for revitalizing the genre for a whole new generation. Even though it's influenced many of the Westerns that have since followed, that certainly doesn't mean that it didn't take any inspiration from the ones that came before. In one of the film's best scenes, western fans may have noticed a few similarities between it and another famous scene from an equally beloved Western classic, and it is certainly no accident. As thematically different as the third and final chapter in Sergio Leone's 'Dollars' trilogy,...

One of the most influential box office failures of the 21st century, Grindhouse spawned several spin-off movies in addition to reintroducing a vintage aesthetic that has been mimicked by countless other throwback movies in its wake.

Now the 2007 love letter to exploitation cinema has received a new collection of apparel form Gutter Garbs.

Sam Coyne created appropriately retro-style designs for both Robert Rodriguez‘s Planet Terror and Quentin Tarantino‘s Death Proof.

The line also includes three other designs: Dr. Dakota Block from Planet Terror, the Death Proof key art, and Stuntman Mike’s emblem from Death Proof.

T-shirts start at $32 with Comfort Colors tees for $34. A “Double Feature” 24×18 poster featuring a mash-up of Coyne’s designs is also avaialble for $40.

Pre-orders are open through Thursday, March 13, and will ship the week of March 30.

Rose McGowan, Freddy Rodriguez, Michael Biehn, Jeff Fahey, Josh Brolin, and Marley Shelton star in Planet Terror.

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Decades after its 1993 release, Tombstone remains one of the greatest Westerns of all time. It features a star-studded cast, strong connections to real-world history, and an emotional story that touches on everything that makes the genre so great. The action is compelling, and the characters are more than capable of holding their own in the movie's expansive ensemble. Though it did not enjoy an exceptional reach early on, it quickly found its niche. Since then, it remains a cult classic in the genre and remains generally respected today. Whenever attention returns to the classic Western movies, Tombstone always has a seat in the discussion.

One of its central characters, Val Kilmer's Doc Holliday, is often the reason why. Doc was based on a historical figure,...

Tombstoneis no ordinary Western. This early ‘90s ensemble piece has such a wealth of talent strapping on their spurs that audiences are spoiled for choice. Kurt Russell is at the peak of his movie star powers, Michael Biehn barely has Terminator 2 in his rearview mirror, and Val Kilmer can do no wrong. Released in 1993, between Unforgiven and Sam Raimi’s The Quick & The Dead, Tombstone occupies a cinematic sweet spot. In the wake of revisionist Westerns like Clint Eastwood’s classic, and sitting alongside Mario van Pebble’s Posse, Tombstone feels like a return to genre traditions.

George P. Cosmatos was coming off Peter Weller’s Leviathan, and screenwriter Kevin Jarre had the Oscar-winning Glory as his calling card. With a script that clung to conventions and an ensemble that included up-and-coming actors Billy Bob Thornton and Michael Rooker, Tombstone had aces in places. Produced by Andrew G. Vajna,...

You’re Next put a delightfully bloody spin on the home invasion genre, earning the film a passionate cult following that has only grown since its release in 2011. Although the ending of You’re Next did leave the door open for a sequel, a follow-up never materialized. However, that doesn’t mean that director Adam Wingard and writer Simon Barrett didn’t consider it.

In a new commentary track (via Bloody Disgusting) on the film’s new 4K Ultra HD Steelbook release, Wingard and Barrett detailed the sequel and explained why they’re glad they never made it.

“Originally, [the Lamb Mask killer] got decapitated in the script with his hand pinned to his head,” Barrett said. “But then we were like, ‘Ah, perfect opportunity, because this film’s gonna be a huge theatrical success, everyone’s telling us, so for You’re Next 2 we’ll just bring [L.C. Holt] back as the Lamb Mask killer.

This is a Terminator household. First and foremost. I will argue that T2 is one of the best sequels of all time, even though I don’t feel like I have to do that because everybody knows. There is a debate in this household that Terminator is better than T2, but we don’t have time for that. We are here for The Sarah Connor Chronicles. I’m going to be honest. When I first heard about the show it was one of those things where there was so much talk about it that I was annoyed. So I put off watching it forever. “You gotta watch the Sarah Connor Chronicles, you gotta watch the Sarah Connor Chronicles…”

So I watched it.

In November 2009, C2 Pictures, the studio behind 2003’s Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, decided the franchise’s next move would be to the small screen. Partnering with...

There are few films from the '80s that still hold as much weight on their own as The Terminator. Part horror, part sci-fi, and all around action-packed, this is the movie that made Hollywood take James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, and Michael Biehn seriously as industry professionals — and for good reason. For 40 years, The Terminator has proven that well-made genre blends don't have to be a novelty. Between its tight script, steady action, and deeply rounded characters, this 1984 thriller is one of a kind. Even better, it's now available on Tubi to stream free of charge. If you've never gotten around to watching The Terminator, or it's been a while, consider this the perfect opportunity to dive into one of the greatest sci-fi features ever made.

One of, if not the greatest, science fiction action movie ever made (this is not an exaggeration or hyperbolic in any way) is now streaming free. Released during the glorious cinematic decade that was the 1980s, 1984’s The Terminator is one of the most seminal examples of the genre, and made an icon of director James Cameron and stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Michael Biehn, and Linda Hamilton. And you can now watch this slice of sci-fi brilliance without spending a dime.

Directed by James Cameron who, of course, has since gone on to become one of the most successful filmmakers of all time with the likes of Titanic and the Avatar franchise and written by Cameron and Gale Anne Hurd, The Terminator tells that age-old tale of a girl and a guy. Except, in this case, the girl's unborn son is destined to save mankind from a hostile artificial intelligence, and...

The following article contains spoilers for 1979’s Alien.Veronica Cartwright, the actor known for her role as Lambert in Ridley Scott's sci-fi horror classic Alien, has confirmed something about the chestburster scene that has always been discussed by those who participated in the film: the shock by the actors during the scene was very authentic, because they did not know firsthand how everything would happen.

Although she's not widely recognized as a horror icon, Cartwright is a veteran in the genre. When she was a teenager, she starred in Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds and later appeared in horror films like 1978's Invasion of the Body Snatchers and The Witches of Eastwick. However, it was her role as Joan Lambert in Alien that made her a scream queen, even though her character met her demise in the sci-fi horror movie.

In the film, an intergalactic space crew responds to...

After taking a look back at the John Ratzenberger cameo in House II: The Second Story, the beginning of House of 1000 Corpses, the awesomeness of Tales from the Crypt Presents: Demon Knight, the leg smashing in the Stephen King adaptation Misery, three separate moments from John Carpenter’s Big Trouble in Little China, the “Jason vs. Tina” battle in Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood, the “all hell breaks loose” sequence from the start of Zack Snyder’s Dawn of the Dead remake, the opening sequence of Pitch Black, a cool moment from The Crow, a memorable shark attack from Jaws 2, a creepy moment from Lost Highway, the climactic factory chase sequence from Child’s Play 2, the “Stigmata Martyr” dance scene from Night of the Demons, and the beginning of Strange Days, JoBlo’s own Lance Vlcek is continuing his The Best Scene video series by...

Actor Michael Biehn has a podcast called Just Foolin About with Michael Biehn, which can be found on YouTube. Biehn’s latest guest was Veronica Cartwright, who ran into the alien xenomorph in the 1979 film Alien, seven years before Biehn had his own close encounter with the nasty creatures in Aliens. The full, 95 minute episode can be viewed at This Link – but to promote the episode, Biehn has dropped a 13 minute clip that shows Cartwright talking about the experience of working on Alien, including her reaction to the famous chestburster scene. You can check it out in the embed above.

Here’s the clip’s official description: Veronica Cartwright tells Michael Biehn about her time working on and filming Alien. She goes on to shed some light on whether or not the cast was truly unaware of what was about to happen in the iconic chestburster scene, and how genuine her reaction was.

Rebecca Hall is to reunite with her ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ director Adam Wingard for his action-thriller ‘Onslaught’.The 42-year-old actress will be joining her Monsterverse co-star Dan Stevens and Adria Arjona in the A24 flick, which has now entered production in New Mexico.‘Onslaught’ follows a mother (Arjona) living in a trailer who is forced to rely on "a particular set of skills" to protect her family once dangerous beings escape a secret military base and threaten her and her loved ones.While Hall’s character is unknown, The Hollywood Reporter claims her role will be related to that of Stevens’ part - a German scientist working on the experiments that escape the base.As well as Hall, Stevens and Arjona, Michael Biehn, Eric Wareheim, Reginald VelJohnson and UFC star Alex ‘Poatan’ Pereira are also due to appear in ‘Onslaught’, though their roles have not been disclosed.

Acclaimed Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire director Adam Wingard snags a fan-favorite star for his next A24 feature.

Per The Hollywood Reporter, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire star Rebecca Hall has officially joined the cast for Winguard's upcoming action horror thriller - Onslaught. Directed by Wingard from a script crafted alongside You're Next and The Guest co-writer Simon Barrett, Onslaught features an ensemble cast including Adria Arjona, Dan Stevens, Alex Pereira, Reginald VelJohnson, Eric Wareheim, Michael Biehn, and Drew Starkey.

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Onslaught is being produced by A24, Lyrical Media, Breakaway Civilization, and Ryder Picture Company, with David Kern, Todd Lundbohm, Stuart Manashil, Jon Rosenberg, and Natalie Sellers serving...

Director Adam Wingard and actress Rebecca Hall worked together on both Godzilla vs. Kong and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire – but after making two giant monster movies in a row, Wingard decided he wanted to return to his roots with Onslaught, a project that is said to be in the vein of his cult classics The Guest and You’re Next. It has also been described as a “gonzo action horror thriller.” So the next Godzilla / Kong sequel is moving ahead without him… but that hasn’t disrupted his working relationship with Hall. The Hollywood Reporter has broken the news that Hall is part of the Onslaught cast!

Hall will be starring in Onslaught alongside the previously announced Adria Arjona (Hit Man); Dan Stevens, who worked with Wingard on The Guest and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire; Drew Starkey (Outer Banks), Michael Biehn (The Terminator), Reginald VelJohnson (Die Hard...

The duo behind The Guest, director Adam Wingard and writer Simon Barrett are re-teaming for the upcoming A24 movie Onslaught, and THR reports that Rebecca Hall has joined a cast that also includes Dan Stevens

Adria Arjona and Michael Biehn also star in Onslaught, with the full cast including Reginald VelJohnson, Eric Wareheim, Drew Starkey, and Alex “Poatan” Pereira.

Onslaught is being described as “a gonzo action horror thriller.”

The Hollywood Reporter details the upcoming A24 project, “Adria Arjona stars as a mother living in a trailer who falls back on a particular set of skills in order to protect her loved ones after she runs afoul of a threat that has escaped a secret military base.”

“Stevens is playing a German scientist working on the experiments,” the site notes.

When the project was originally announced last year, it was noted that it would bring Adam Wingard back his horror roots,...

Rebecca Hall is reuniting with her Godzilla x Kong director Adam Wingard for the action thriller Onslaught.

The move also sees the actress, whose true-life drama Peter Hujar’s Day premiered at Sundance over the weekend, reteam with Dan Stevens, her Monsterverse co-star who is also part of the cast of the A24 action thriller now in production.

Adria Arjona stars as a mother living in a trailer who falls back on a particular set of skills in order to protect her loved ones after she runs afoul of a threat that has escaped a secret military base. The call sheet also includes UFC Champion Alex ”Poatan” Pereira, Michael Biehn, Eric Wareheim and Reginald VelJohnson.

Character details for Hall were unavailable, but sources said the part was related to Stevens’ role. Stevens is playing a German scientist working on the experiments that escape.

Aaron Ryder and Andrew Swett will produce Onslaught...

Quick Links What Is Tombstone And Who Did Kurt Russell Play? Kurt Russell Handled Plenty Of The Directorial Duties Kurt Russell Spoke About The Legacy Of Tombstone In 2024

Tombstone today is considered among the greatest Western films ever made. The 1993 film didn't receive overwhelmingly positive reviews at the time of release, as it currently sits at a 72% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but it quickly caught the eye of True West Magazine – the oldest Western publication, which still runs today. True West Magazine quickly labeled Tombstone as "one of the 5 greatest Westerns ever made."

In the roughly 32 years since, Tombstone's legacy has only grown, becoming a cult classic and more universally recognized for its greatness in the genre. A big reason why is Tombstone's ensemble cast which includes Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer, Sam Elliot, Bill Paxton, Billy Bob Thornton, Michael Rooker, and Dana Delany. However, the production of Tombstone was not without its complications,...

The recent rumor that the next Alien movie might be set to bring back Sigourney Weaver to play a de-aged Ellen Ripley was met with a mixture of excitement and trepidation from fans of the classic sci-fi horror franchise, but it seems we won't be seeing the iconic heroine in action again after all - at least, not in the Romulus sequel.

Alien: Romulus director Fede Álvarez responded on social media, stating that the report was "fun gossip. But not true at all."

Fun gossip. But not true at all.

— Fede Alvarez (@fedalvar) January 23, 2025

The filmmaker could simply be attempting to throw people off track here, but it seems unlikely. However, Daniel Richtman - who posted the original rumor - has also shared an update.

"I noticed some confusion about my recent post, so just to clarify: I wasn’t talking about the Alien: Romulus sequel. What I heard was...

George P. Costamos’ Tombstone is a Western classic and a cinematic legend. It’s a sprawling and meticulously detailed homage to America’s Wild West, and it’s earned plenty of praise since its 1993 debut. Audiences have always been enchanted by its dusty vistas and exacting gunfights. But there’s also one thing that viewers often point out about this masterpiece.

While it’s not entirely unusual for Western films to feature sweaty foreheads — it’s a genre staple, after all — Val Kilmer’s version of Doc Holliday’s perspiration is particularly prolific. Some even claim it detracts from an otherwise spotless performance.

However, it’s too early to start daubing foreheads and loosening those bolo ties. There’s an in-universe explanation for Kilmer’s sweaty swagger. Of course, there’s also a behind-the-scenes explanation. Both are perfectly reasonable options, but it’s worth knowing that this particular detail has an unintentionally useful implication.

A ripping yarn about a killer kangaroo conceals a sweet little Disneyesque family drama in Ozploitation director Ryan Coonan’s adaptation of his 2014 short, Waterborne. Shot in the wilds of Brisbane with a skeleton crew and barely enough actors to keep its monster fed, its ability to attract international viewers stems mostly from the presence of Alien: Covenant star Tess Haubrich and genre legend Michael Biehn – as you’ve never seen him before.

Haubrich is small town sheriff Maddie, a troubled young woman who blames herself for the death of her war hero father yet who is still tough enough to step up and take charge when occasion demands it, as we see in an early scene involving a scuffle in the local pub. Unfortunately, the two likeable rogues whom she sends off to walk home, after confiscating their car keys, are unlucky enough to attract the attention of a.

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By now, everybody knows there are a lot of things wrong with "Dune" 1984. The film has lived in a special kind of infamy since David Lynch and Universal Pictures unleashed it upon the world, when the $40 million sci-fi epic bombed at the box office and courted nothing but critical scorn. Still, there are those who argue that "Dune" is much better than its reputation suggests, and Denis Villeneuve's recent big-screen treatment of Frank Herbert's novel has given rise to plenty of "Dune" 1984 revisionism.

One of the most interesting things about Lynch's ill-fated film, however, isn't necessarily how critics and audiences overlooked its many charms back in 1984, but how many what-ifs surrounded the project. The amount of directors in line to shoot this movie was, for example, frankly dizzying, with everyone from Ridley Scott to David Lean circling the project.