News

The Assassin's Creed franchise is getting a redo in live-action, and Netflix has moved quickly to assemble a team of veteran television writers for their upcoming streaming series adaptation. The best-selling action adventure franchise famously got a feature film released in theaters in 2016 starring Michael Fassbender, but it proved to be another misstep in the video game movie genre. The streamer looks to rewrite history with their new live-action series, which will be spearheaded by a Westworld alum.

Nexus Point News (via the Writer's Guild of America) reports that Roberto Patino, an executive producer for Westworld and the showrunner for HBO's Dmz, will act as executive producer and co-showrunner for Netflix's Assassin's Creed alongside David Wiener (Halo). Joining them is an impressive list of producers and writers, as seen below. As of this writing, it is unclear what stage of development the project is in. However, the upcoming series is...

The 2nd Season of Dexter: Original Sin is in the works and already shaping up to be an emotional deep-dive into young Dexter Morgan’s transition into a vigilante serial killer. But one obtrusive narrative twist is not sitting right with me. The complete crossing out of Dr. Evelyn Vogel, a neuropsychiatrist who played a significant role in the original Dexter series, was not just unexpected, but absolutely unnecessary.

In Dexter Season 8, we were introduced to Vogel, who was revealed to be a secret architect of the infamous “code”, a system that controlled Dexter’s moral conduct, steering his homicidal urges towards a path of vigilante service. Her ties to Dexter’s early years were classified as critical elements of the show. So why would Original Sin leave such a pivotal character out?

The puzzling erasure of Dr. Vogel from Dexter’s origin story

Dr. Evelyn Vogel (Charlotte Rampling...

Back in 2005, Randy Orton was a 24-year-old hotshot in the WWE and prepared to wrestle The Undertaker at WrestleMania 21. Orton was “The Legend Killer” and was given the opportunity to challenge The Undertaker’s legendary undefeated streak, which was a huge deal for any wrestler. So what did Orton regret most about that time?

He blew off all of the match rehearsals and let down a legend and learned a lesson about growing up. Years later, on WWE Untold and Broken Skull Sessions, Orton explained how being an arrogant kid almost cost him and contributed to why professionalism matters in WWE’s challenging world.

Randy Orton’s rookie mistake with The Undertaker

Can you imagine it’s April 2, 2005? The day before WrestleMania 21, a run-through just for Randy Orton‘s huge match. All the heavyweights are there, like The Undertaker, Orton’s dad Bob Orton, producers John Laurinaitis and Ricky Steamboat,...

Mubi, the global streamer, producer and distributor behind “The Substance,” has struck a major three-year co-production, financing and distribution agreement with Our Films, the new Rome-based company founded by prominent European producers Mario Gianani and Lorenzo Mieli.

Our Films, which is part of Mediawan, was launched last year by Gianani and Mieli, and has already become a creative hub for world-class filmmakers from Europe, the U.S. and overseas. Mubi and Our Films share the same passion for artistically ambitious movies that resonate internationally. The agreement also underscores Mediawan’s drive to further strengthen their status as a leading prestige European film studio.

The first film to emerge from this strategic alliance will be the next feature from Paweł Pawlikowski, the Oscar-winning director of “Ida” and “Cold War.”

Mieli previously successfully collaborated with Mubi on three high-profile films: Sofia Coppola’s “Priscilla,” starring Cailee Spaeny; Pablo Larraín’s “Maria,” starring...

The clock is ticking—it’s the eleventh hour. The Délégué général Thierry Frémaux is deep in the final throes of curating this year’s Competition lineup and he is currently weighing in on the last few masterstrokes for the Class of ’25. Rushed in at the wire, a handful of freshly picture-locked films are being evaluated and with only two or three slots left for the Palme d’Or comp, there are are maybe a dozen of antsy filmmakers hoping they get the invite. We might hear of the new titles tomorrow or perhaps early next week and we can only assume that Jim Jarmusch and Arnaud Desplechin might still options on the bingo card but were of the opinion that they were kept on ice incase something more noteworthy trickled in.…...

Florence Pugh has confirmed that she is returning as Princess Irulan Corrino for Dune: Part Three, aka Dune Messiah, which is set to begin filming this summer. Her character becomes a central figure in the second book of Frank Herbert's seminal sci-fi series, suggesting a more prominent part and extended screen time for her in the forthcoming third movie from director Denis Villeneuve. "I hope we see more of her," Pugh told Harper's Bazaar, keeping coy about the possibility of her expanded role, adding, "I want more cool outfits!"

Princess Irulan is the eldest daughter of the duplicitous 81st Padishah Emperor Shaddam IV, portrayed by Christopher Walken in Dune: Part Two, and Anirul, a Bene Gesserit of Hidden Rank, though this is only briefly visited on screen. Pugh's character evolves from a passive observer to an active participant in the unfolding drama when she agrees to marry Paul Atreides...

Cate Blanchett has said she is seriously considering stepping away from acting, citing other personal interests and a long-standing discomfort with public attention. In a recent interview with Radio Times, the two-time Academy Award winner stated that her family often dismisses her comments about retiring, but she remains firm in her intent.

“My family roll their eyes every time I say it, but I mean it. I am serious about giving up acting,” Blanchett said. “There are a lot of things I want to do with my life.”

Blanchett is currently featured in BBC Radio 4’s upcoming drama The Fever. The interview also touched on her ongoing discomfort with public appearances and celebrity culture. Speaking about the experience of being quoted out of context, she said, “When you go on a talk show, or even here now, and then you see soundbites of things you’ve said, pulled out and italicized,...

Cate Blanchett is surprising fans by revealing in an upcoming issue of Radio Times (via The Standard) that she is not going to be an actor forever. That’s not to say retirement is imminent for the two-time Oscar winner (“The Aviator” and “Blue Jasmine”), but there will come a time when Blanchett leaves the profession behind.

“My family roll their eyes every time I say it, but I mean it. I am serious about giving up acting,” Blanchett said. “[There are] a lot of things I want to do with my life.”

Blanchett most recently starred opposite Michael Fassbender in Steven Soderbergh’s acclaimed spy drama “Black Bag,” which has earned $21 million at the domestic box office. She told the publication that she’s “spent a lifetime getting comfortable with the feeling of being uncomfortable” in the public eye as a famous actor.

“When you go on a talk show, or even here now,...

Which Dune Star Left Rebecca Ferguson Intimidated? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Timothée Chalamet didn’t rattle Rebecca Ferguson. Zendaya didn’t shake her up either. Giant sandworms? Please. But one Dune co-star had her spiraling with nerves right before filming even started. And no, it wasn’t because of a scene partner her age. It was the legendary Charlotte Rampling.

Ferguson played Lady Jessica in Dune (2021), and her first scene on day one of filming was the iconic Gom Jabbar moment. No pressure, right? Well, it just so happened that the woman across from her was Rampling, playing the powerful and commanding Reverend Mother Gaius Helen Mohiam. That combo of scene + star? Cue the anxiety.

“I was very nervous,” Rebecca Ferguson told The Cut. “I was having heart palpitations knowing she was going to walk in.” To be fair, Ferguson wasn’t alone in her fear. Director Denis Villeneuve and even Chalamet were just as intimidated.

Whenever your epic sci-fi franchise has a chance to add yet another talented actor to an already-packed ensemble, you simply have to do it. Reports broke in recent days that "Dune 3" director Denis Villeneuve is looking to Robert Pattinson to help fill out the ranks of the upcoming threequel. Naturally, the idea of "The Batman" star joining forces with the likes of Timothée Chalamet's Paul Atreides, Zendaya's Chani, Florence Pugh's Princess Irulan, and many more A-listers is already thrilling enough. But, after recently leading Bong Joon Ho's similarly space-set film "Mickey 17," Pattinson's next exciting career move has every "Dune" fan watching closely.

As with every other significant casting throughout both movies so far, the spice-consuming masses simply need to know: Which new character from author Frank Herbert's novel might Pattinson be playing? The third movie will be adapted from the (somewhat) divisive novel "Dune: Messiah,...

Denis Villeneuve has his sights set on another A-lister to join the starry ensemble cast of “Dune: Messiah”: Robert Pattinson.

As Villeneuve puts the finishing touches on the script for the next “Dune” installment ahead of a summer shoot, sources tell Variety that there’s interest in having Pattinson join the project, starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya. However, no formal offer has been presented, and it is unknown who he would play. Legendary had no comment.

Pattinson recently co-starred with Zendaya in the A24 film “The Drama,” and is currently filming Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of “The Odyssey.” He’s also the star of Warner Bros.’s “The Batman,” with a sequel set to open in theaters in 2027. Pattinson is repped by WME, 3 Arts Entertainment, Curtis Brown Group and attorney Robert Offer.

Last year, Legendary confirmed that development on “Dune 3” was underway following the blockbuster success of “Dune: Part 2.

“Red Sparrow” (2018) is an intense spy thriller from director Francis Lawrence starring big names like Jennifer Lawrence as Dominika Egorova, Joel Edgerton as Nate Nash, Matthias Schoenaerts as Vanya, Charlotte Rampling as Matron, and Mary-Louise Parker as Stephanie Boucher, Ciarán Hinds as Zakharov, Jeremy Irons as General Korchnoi, and more. The story follows Dominika, an ex-ballet dancer who, because of circumstances, has to join the Russian intelligence service to spy on an American CIA Agent.

Red Sparrow (2018) Plot Summary & Movie Synopsis: Why Does Dominika Agree to Help Ivan?

If it hadn’t been for that tragic accident, Dominika could’ve been a brilliant ballerina, performing across the world and earning endless praise, but now, she’s financially struggling, with no career and a mother to care for. As it turns out, though, the accident that ended Dominika’s dancing dreams wasn’t really an accident. Her ballet partner had been...

Steven Soderbergh’s latest espionage thriller just got a thrilling new look on the same day as its digital release. Collider is elated to partner with Focus Features to unveil a new behind-the-scenes look at Black Bag, the gritty and intelligent spy thriller starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett. This new BTS look shows Lead Production Designer Philip Messina detailing his process for bringing George and Kathryn’s house to life in the film, including insight into small details that play into their characters. The new featurette also includes commentary from leading stars Fassbender and Blanchett about their time working on the film. David Koepp (Jurassic Park) penned the screenplay for Black Bag, which also stars Gustaf Skarsgård, Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Marisa Abela, and Naomie Harris.

Black Bag arrives on digital platforms after grossing $31 million at the global box office, with $18 million coming from domestic markets and $12 million from international earnings.

Denis Villeneuve recently revealed that his adaptation of Dune: Messiah (though the movie will likely end up being titled Dune: Part 3) will be his next project. Pre-production has been underway for some time, and filming is expected to commence later this year.

Now have confirmation that a certain character from the first movie will return.... despite his untimely death.

Jason Momoa's Duncan Idaho was killed off towards the end of Dune: Part One, but the Aquaman star has now revealed that he will reprise the role for the third film.

"I’m making a comeback," Momoa tells USA Today. "Well, I’m not sure if I’m going to get in trouble or not, but it’s the same thing like Game of Thrones, you know what I mean?" he added. "If you didn’t read the books, it’s not my fault, right? Yeah, there’s going to be…...

Jason Momoa has confirmed that he is returning as Duncan Idaho for Dune: Part Three, aka Dune Messiah, despite his character's heroic sacrifice in Denis Villeneuve's first film adaptation of Frank Herbert's seminal 1965 sci-fi novel. The actor shared the bombshell news during a recent appearance on Today, where he told host Craig Melvin that he will be making a comeback for the franchise's forthcoming third and final installment — and if the story stays true to the source material, the character should play a substantial role in the forthcoming sequel.

"I'm not sure if I'm going to get in trouble or not, but it's the same thing, like Game of Thrones, you know what I mean? If you didn't read the books, it's not my fault, right? Yeah, there's going to be… I'm going to be coming back."

In addition to Momoa, Dune 3 is expected to bring back all...

Jason Momoa is officially returning to the sands of Arrakis, according to the man himself. The Fast X star will reprise his role as Duncan Idaho in Dune: Messiah, the highly anticipated sequel to Dune: Part Two from director Denis Villeneuve. Although Idaho met his end in Dune, fans of Frank Herbert’s original novels won’t be surprised by his return. In Dune: Messiah, Idaho is resurrected as a ghola, a genetically engineered clone, and plays a crucial role in a conspiracy against Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet). Poor Paul, he loves Duncan so much. The plot will focus on Paul’s struggle as Emperor, burdened by the religious fervour surrounding his rule and the devastating jihad waged in his name. Momoa delivered the news to EW while promoting his upcoming role in Minecraft:

"Well, I’m not sure if I’m going to get in trouble or not. But...

Action icon Vin Diesel may now be known for the hugely successful Fast and Furious franchise, but there was a time when his name alone was not enough to sell an action picture. Transporting you back to 2008, Diesel led the science fiction action outing Babylon A.D., which sees the actor take on the role of a mercenary and a former Marine who is tasked with escorting a young woman across a post-apocalyptic wasteland. And this largely forgotten action outing is all set to stream for free.

Directed and co-written by Mathieu Kassovitz, and based on the 1999 novel “Babylon Babies” by Maurice Georges Dantec, Babylon A.D. stars Vin Diesel alongside Mélanie Thierry, Michelle Yeoh, Lambert Wilson, Mark Strong, Jérôme Le Banner, Charlotte Rampling, and Gérard Depardieu. The sci-fi action flick is set to hit free streaming platform Tubi on April 1, and you can check out the official synopsis below.

In a post-apocalyptic wasteland,...

Michael Fassbender’s critically panned video game movie has returned to streaming charts thanks to the release of the latest franchise installment, Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Fassbender features alongside Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons, and more in Assassin’s Creed, the 2016 adaptation following Callum Lynch, a man who explores the memories of his ancestor, Aguilar de Nerha, to gain the skills of a Master Assassin to take on the Templars. Assassin’s Creed is currently the #2 most popular movie on Max at the time of writing. Although the film earned over $240 million at the global box office, it was maligned by both critics and audiences upon release, earning scores of 19% from the former and 42% from the latter on Rotten Tomatoes. Assassin’s Creed also stars Brendan Gleeson, Charlotte Rampling, and the late Michael Kenneth Williams.

Bill Collage, Adam Cooper, and Michael Leslie teamed up to write the screenplay for Assassin’s Creed, which is based...

Last year's release of Denis Villenueve's epic blockbuster sequel, Dune: Part Two, met widespread critical and audience acclaim along with overwhelming box-office returns. But the famed director isn't finished with Frank Herbert's classic sci-fi universe just yet. He is already developing his highly-anticipated film-trilogy finale: Dune: Messiah.

Despite there being six books in the main series, Villeneuve doesn't intend to make any more Dune movies beyond this upcoming threequel. Regardless, his films have brought Herbert's original characters and story to life in a way that hasn't been accomplished before in theaters, so it's no wonder die-hard fans are already itching for more. Here's everything we know so far about his third, and final, installment, Dune: Messiah — from production updates to the expected plot — so everyone can get just as excited as we are to see Paul Atreides' character arc brought to a satisfying end.

'Dune: Messiah'...

For this installment of This Day That Year, Subhash K Jha refocuses on Ritesh Batra’s Photograph.

After The Lunchbox, why did Ritesh Batra let us down so miserably with Photograph? Think about it. It had everything going for it. A director whose first film The Lunchbox became the most beloved Indian film since Satyajit Ray’s Pather Panchali and who has since then worked with international icons like Robert Redford, Jane Fonda, Jim Broadbent, Charlotte Rampling.

Photograph featured a cast and a lead pair that looked tempting if not entirely inviting, and most of all, it was meant to be the Nri director’s homage to the city he loves the most Mumbai.

But Mumbai in Batra’s Photograph looks like a city that is losing its sparkle and drowning in its dreams. The fact that the characters are flat and the presentation is listless could have something to...

Dune 2 Re-Release Box Office: To Return In India This Month (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Dune: Part Two, aka Dune 2, was one of the biggest hits last year, and it has also secured two Oscars to its name. The film is highly lauded for its visuals, cinematography, and more. Watching it on the big screens was a treat, especially on IMAX. Many might have missed the chance to watch the visual spectacle of Denis Villeneuve on the IMAX screens in India, but they will be getting a second chance as the film is set to re-release in India. Warner Bros India shared the news on their social media as well. Scroll below for the deets.

It is the direct sequel to Denis’ 2021 masterpiece, and in this, Timothee Chalamet’s character has grown a lot, taking charge of things. It was nominated in five categories at the Oscars 2025, receiving two awards...

“Dune: Part Two", is the Oscar-winning science fiction feature, directed by Denis Villeneuve, as a sequel to his 2021 “Dune” film and second of a two-part adaptation of the 1965 novel "Dune" by Frank Herbert, starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Charlotte Rampling, Javier Bardem, Florence Pugh, Austin Butler, Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, Souheila Yacoub and Tim Blake Nelson, now streaming on digital platforms:

"...the new film explores the continuing journey of 'Paul Atreides' who is united with 'Chani' (Zendaya) .

"He seeks revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.

"He seems to face a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe...

"...and endeavors to prevent a terrible future…

“…that apparently only he can predict..."

Click the images to enlarge...

Quick LinksDune 2's Cast and CrewCast and CharactersThe Making of Dune 2Dune 2's Plot and Biggest Changes From the BookDune's Expansive Lore, ExplainedDune 2 Reviews and the Future of the Dune FranchiseThe Critical Reception for Dune 2Dune's Sequels and Prequels

Dune: Part Two earned widespread acclaim in 2024, praised for its massive scope, set pieces, and political intrigue. The sequel completes director Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's first Dune novel, effectively adapting the back half of the book. If the 2021 film didn't do so already, this sequel establishes the series as a cinematic franchise that is not to be missed. With the new Dune movies introducing the sci-fi epic to a new generation of fans, audiences are bound to have questions about the most recent film—especially with Villeneuve's adaptation of Dune Messiah on the way.

With the IP's newfound franchise status, the world of Herbert's Dune has also expanded into TV.

The French auteur behind 8 Women, In the House and most recently When Autumn Falls is joining us to answer your questions, from how does he coax such amazing performances from actors to his visual influences

Is François Ozon the most talented French film-maker currently working? That’s a big ask, in a very crowded field, but Ozon has got the back catalogue to back it up. From his 1998 feature debut Sitcom (notwithstanding 1997’s 52-minute See the Sea), early films such as Fassbinder adaptation Water Drops on Burning Rocks and star-stuffed crime musical 8 Women, on to more recent works including Frantz and Summer of 85, Ozon has ranged widely across styles and genres, offering something new and original wherever he’s gone. He’s even done an English-language period drama, Angel, starring Romola Garai.

A distinctive feature of Ozon’s career is his ability to command great performances from top-notch female stars,...

Denis Villeneuve recently revealed that he does not intend on helming a different film first, and his adaptation of Dune: Messiah (though the movie will likely end up being titled Dune: Part 3) will be his next project. Production is expected to get underway later this year, and we now have word on the return of a certain character from the first movie.

Though this won't come as a surprise to anyone who has read Frank Herbert's seminal sci-fi saga, here's your Spoiler warning just in case.

Jason Momoa's Duncan Idaho was killed off towards the end of Dune: Part One, but Jeff Sneider has now confirmed that the Aquaman star will reprise the role for the third film.

How does Duncan return after what looked like such a definitive death? Well, in the Dune universe, an artificial copy (not exactly a clone) of a deceased person known as...

In an exciting update for ‘Dune‘ fans, Jeff Sneider of The Hot Mic reports that Jason Momoa is set to return as Duncan Idaho in the highly anticipated sequel ‘Dune: Messiah.’

Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the film will continue the saga where Duncan Idaho is resurrected as a ghola—a clone created from genetic material, aligning with Frank Herbert’s original storyline.

Fans of the book will already be familiar with Duncan Idaho’s unique journey in ‘Dune: Messiah,’ but for those new to the story, we’ll avoid revealing too much about how his return unfolds. Suffice it to say, his resurrection plays a crucial role in the intricate political and philosophical conflicts that define this chapter of the saga.

The plot of ‘Dune: Messiah’ thickens as Timothee Chalamet’s character, Paul Atreides, finds himself overwhelmed by the religious zeal and ongoing jihad he’s tied to.

Amidst this chaos,...

Dune and Dune: Part Two director Denis Villeneuve has stated that he has no intention of helming any more movies in the franchise after his planned Dune: Messiah adaptation, but that doesn't mean Warner Bros. will stop after three!

According to scooper Daniel Richtman, the studio is planning to move forward with at least one more Dune movie, and they might be looking at Gareth Edwards to take the helm.

The scooper believes that there's interest in Edwards - who also has Jurassic World Rebirth coming out later this year - stepping in to direct, but isn't sure if he's actually in talks.

The first two movies were big successes, but a fourth chapter would still be somewhat surprising given the direction Frank Herbert's saga goes in after the second book. Villeneuve has shown little interest in adapting the later novels, Children of Dune and God Emperor of Dune,...

Ethan Hunt could be hitting the Croisette.

Though no decision has been made, “Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning” is weighing a Cannes Film Festival bow, which could see Tom Cruise injecting some serious star power into the event. Paramount, which declined to comment for this article, will be releasing the movie in theaters on May 21, which falls during the second week of the festival. The film is intended to be Cruise’s last outing as the Imf spy.

Paramount has a rich history with the festival, and so does Cruise, whose last trip to Cannes — for “Top Gun: Maverick” in 2022 — was a triumph. The movie went on to gross $1.45 billion at the worldwide box office and even garnered six Oscar nominations, winning a statuette for best sound.

Some other American filmmakers also strongly tipped to bring their latest pics to the glamorous festival include Spike Lee’s highly anticipated...

You’ll almost certainly know Maria de Medeiros as the choppy-bobbed girlfriend, Fabienne, of Bruce Willis in Pulp Fiction (1994). But what you might not know is what she’s been up to since — unless you’re a longtime European art house expert, in which case, maybe you do.

The Portuguese actress, now 59, returns to the Berlin Film Festival this year with Hélène Cattet and Bruno Forzani’s Italian murder mystery (a genre referred to as giallo), Reflection in a Dead Diamond. The movie follows a retired spy — played by spaghetti Western icon Fabio Testi — residing in a luxurious hotel on the French Riviera. He becomes fascinated by his new neighbor, who rekindles memories of the Riviera’s vibrant days in the 1960s. But when his neighbor vanishes without a trace, Testi’s character is forced to confront his past demons.

Granted, de Medeiros is unable to attend Berlinale in person...

Quick Links'Dexter: Original Sin' Left Us Hanging, and Not in a Good WayThe Mysteries of Brian Prevail in 'Dexter: Original Sin''Dexter: Original Sin' Needs a Season 2

Dexter: Original Sin totally understood its assignment. Fans wanted to see the backstory of Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall) from Dexter play out versus only in flashbacks. Score one for Patrick Gibson as a younger Dexter. They also wanted to dive deeper into the character of Harry, played by James Remar in flashbacks in the original and Christian Slater in this show. Score two.

There was even icing on top, including a new cast playing beloved characters from the original and greater context relating to characters like Brian Moser (Christian Camargo/Roby Attal), Debra Morgan (Jennifer Carpenter/Molly Brown), and especially Harry. Score bonus points. Overall, the show is fantastic, but the ending left a lot to be desired. This is...

by Cláudio Alves

The past is never gone. You think it is, fall into the comfort of believing it dormant, but one day, it awakens and rocks the foundations of the now. This is true of historical cycles, of political waves and culture and vales. It's true of love affairs, too. Of marriage and cinema. 45 Years is a rumination on such ideas, having premiered at the Berlinale a decade ago today, where it signaled the maturation of Andrew Haigh into one of Britain's most essential filmmakers after his promising beginnings in the realm of queer cinema - Greek Pete and Weekend. It also brought Charlotte Rampling out of the rarefied, vaguely alienated, auteurist plane she existed within for many decades, turning her into someone less adventurous cinephiles came to know and cherish.

She also became a first-time Oscar nominee thanks to Haigh's creation. 45 Years remains the crowning achievement of her career,...

When you purchase through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Tubi might not be as big as some of the other popular streaming services, but it does have some of the best movies and TV shows of recent times, and that too for absolutely free. The Fox-owned streaming service adds a ton of new monthly content to its ever-expanding library. So, we thought of compiling a list of the best movies coming to Tubi in February 2025.

2012 (February 1) Credit – Sony Pictures

2012 is an epic sci-fi disaster film directed by Roland Emmerich, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Harald Kloser. The 2009 film follows Jackson Curtis, a writer, as he tries to protect his family from a series of apocalyptic natural disasters that threaten to destroy all humanity. 2012 stars John Cusack, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Amanda Peet, Oliver Platt, Thandiwe Newton, Danny Glover, and Woody Harrelson.

Blue Beetle (February 1) Credit – Warner Bros. Pictures...

One of the best science fiction blockbusters of all time is all set to stream for free next month. Released in 2021, Dune, Aka Dune: Part One, is director Denis Villeneuve’s first foray into the epic world of author Frank Herbert, and introduces audiences to the expansive universe of the distant future, following the noble heir Paul Atreides as he and his family are tasked with taking charge of the hostile desert planet Arrakis.

Directed by Denis Villeneuve with a screenplay by Jon Spaihts, Villeneuve, and Eric Roth, Dune is led by Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides, with the stellar supporting cast comprised of Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Zendaya, David Dastmalchian, Chang Chen, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Charlotte Rampling, Jason Momoa, and Javier Bardem. Dune is due to land on the streaming platform Tubi from February 1, and you can check out the official synopsis below.

When you purchase through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Prime Target is a mystery thriller drama miniseries created by Steve Thompson. The Apple TV+ series follows Edward Brooks, a brilliant post-graduate mathematics student who discovers that his work could potentially become the key to access every computer in the world. He soon begins to notice that people want to destroy his work. Prime Target stars Leo Woodall, Quintessa Swindell, Sidse Babett Knudsen, David Morrissey, Stephen Rea, and Fra Fee. So, if you loved the thrilling conspiracy, mysterious story, and compelling characters in Prime Target, here are some shows you should check out next.

London Spy (Buy on Amazon) Credit – BBC Two

London Spy is a British conspiracy and mystery thriller drama series created by Tom Rob Smith. The BBC Two series follows Danny, a young man who meets and falls in love with Alex, a brilliant MI6 code genius.

Update: Not having read Josh Brolin’s recently published memoir, I am unsure how much of a poker player the No Country for Old Men actor is. However, after raising the Academy with the threat that he would retire from acting if Denis Villeneuve was not nominated for Best Director for Dune: Part Two, the actor may have had his bluff called, as the filmmaker was not called during this morning’s nomination announcement for the 97th Academy Awards.

With it time to show his hand, Josh Brolin has not yet revealed if he was being hyperbolic or if his time as Gurney Halleck has ended. Brolin has had a storied career on the big screen and may not be quite ready to throw in the towel yet, but we will have to see if he makes any comments on his social media accounts in the coming days.

Will Josh...

Quick Links But Let's Be Honest: Did Villeneuve Deserve the Best Director Nomination? Villeneuve Joins a List of Unbelievable Oscar Snubs

It has happened. What I, star Josh Brolin, and millions of other sci-fi fans thought to be a joke has become true: The Academy has decided that Denis Villeneuve does not even deserve to get a nomination for his directorial effort in the 2024 science fiction epic Dune: Part Two. The Academy Award nominations were recently announced, and as expected, there were a few surprises. No Best Original Score for Challengers, Sebastian Stan was nominated for The Apprentice and not for A Different Man, and Marianne Jean-Baptiste was left out for Hard Truths. But the one that hurt the most is Denis Villeneuve's name being absent among the Best Director nominees.

During the weeks leading up to the nominations, I began thinking that my worst fear would come true. The...

The 97th Academy Awards are continuing a painful trend for sci-fi fans, as Denis Villeneuve has been snubbed for Best Director once again. Dune: Part Two was expected to be one of the hot favorites at this year's Oscars, with the entire fan base backing Villeneuve's monumental sequel, starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, and Austin Butler. The nominees shortlist was announced just moments ago, and Villeneuve has been left higher and drier than the desert of Arrakis, and it's not the first time.

This morning, Villeneuve was not nominated for Best Director ahead of the 2025 Academy Awards. This marks the second time Villeneuve's work on the Dune franchise hasn't been recognized by The Academy, as he was also snubbed from the category for 2021's Dune, which kick-started the new sci-fi franchise. Instead, Sean Baker (Anora), Brady Corbet (The Brutalist), James Mangold (A Complete Unknown), Jacques Audiard...

Denis Villeneuve's take on Frank Herbert's Dune series has been a major success so far. The second installment, 2024's Dune: Part Two, saw the success of 2021's Dune: Part One and raised it even higher, and the Academy recognized the film's efforts.

Dune: Part Two was bigger and better than the first installment, and out-grossed the first film. It was the fifth highest-grossing movie of 2024, kicking off the year with the biggest numbers by the time of its premiere in March. The sci-fi film was officially recognized at the 97th Academy Awards by the Academy with several nominations, including one for Best Picture, but it didn't get the nomination Josh Brolin wanted.

Related Dune: Part Two Earns Netflix Success Nearly a Year After Debut in Theaters

Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two sees instant success on Netflix after debuting on the streaming service on Jan. 1.

Dune: Part Two...

As Netflix enters the month of February, a slew of films will be leaving the platform. Many of them are must-watch movies, which means subscribers will definitely want to check them out before it’s too late. While some will be exiting the streaming service mid-month, many will no longer be available as soon as February arrives. That being said, viewers shouldn’t waste any time adding them to their watchlist.

With a variety of movies leaving the platform, no matter what viewers are in the mood for, they’re bound to find at least one film worth watching before its departure. However, subscribers shouldn’t feel too overwhelmed, seeing as there’s still plenty of time to check out what Netflix will have for at least the next few weeks. Nonetheless, if anything below appeals to you, be sure to check it out before it disappears.

'Dune'...

When you purchase through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

2024 was a great year for sci-fi fans, as many brilliant movies like Dune: Part Two came out this year. The sci-fi genre has always been one of the most beloved among cinephiles as it gives us a new look at a particular technology or our world. So, let’s check out which of the best sci-fi movies that came out last year you should not miss.

The Substance (Mubi & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Mubi

The Substance is a sci-fi body horror film written and directed by Coralie Fargeat. The 2024 film follows Elisabeth Sparkle, an aging celebrity who is slowly losing her fame. She soon discovers a black market drug that can create a younger version of herself, but that comes with unexpected side effects. The Substance stars Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, Dennis Quaid, Edward Hamilton Clark, Gore Abrams,...

As studios, production houses, and agents return from the holidays and burn off the last energy of this ceaseless, shameless awards season, numerous projects are finding lifeblood. Case in point: at Wednesday’s New York Film Critics Circle dinner I had a brief exchange with Annie Baker, who was present to accept their Best First Film honor and casually mentioned a new project that’s set up at A24, who’d shepherded Janet Planet to such success. She was tight-lipped on further details (like I could help asking), but a couple inquiries confirmed casting is in motion; likely shooting commences before long.

Equally terse, likewise exciting is notice (via The New Yorker) that Lee Chang-dong has been writing his first film since 2018’s Burning with ambitions to shoot this year. That’s about the furthest we’re getting right now, but patience isn’t even necessary: with his earliest films...

Warning! This article contains Spoilers for Dexter: Original Sin season 1, episode 6 & Dexter season 8.Dexter Morgan (Patrick Gibson) officially became a serial killer in Dexter: Original Sin episode 6, but it also changed details about his third kill that Dexter season 8 had already established. Dexter's kill count is quickly growing as Original Sin progresses. In Original Sin episode 6, Dexter killed Levi Reed (Jeff Daniel Phillips), which marked his third kill. Since the FBI defines serial killers as murderers who have killed three or more people in separate events, Levi Reed's death made Dexter an official serial killer. Though it was a special moment for Dexter, there was a problem: it retroactively changed the original series.

In Dexter season 8, Dexter got a better glimpse into the truth of his past than he ever had before because of Dr. Evelyn Vogel (Charlotte Rampling). Vogel was a psychiatrist who specialized in psychopaths,...

Following a strong box-office run and critical success that's prompted consistent award buzz, Dune: Part Two notches another notable achievement. Denis Villeneuve's sci-fi blockbuster lands instant success on Netflix after debuting on the platform on New Year's Day.

Netflix confirmed its Top 10 English-language movies list for the week of Dec. 30 to Jan. 5, with Part Two landing 9th on the chart. The Dune sequel is sandwiched between The Forge and Christopher Nolan's Interstellar, with the Taron Egerton-led action thriller, Carry-On, topping the weekly chart. Part Two premiered via Netflix on Jan. 1, 10 months after the movie's theatrical debut.

Related 6 Lingering Storylines Dune: Prophecy Season 2 Needs to Resolve Immediately

Is Desmond Hart just a victim? Will Season 2 reveal more about Face Dancers? These are just some of the questions that left everyone pondering.

Part Two built on the strong critical and commercial success of 2021's Dune, which won six Academy...

Letterboxd released its list of the most-watched actors and highest-rated films of 2024, based on ratings from its 17 million users. Zendaya was the most-watched female actor again, thanks to her roles in ‘Dune: Part 2’ and ‘Challengers.’ Dune: Part 2 was the top-rated movie of the year, with a 4.4-star rating, and its director, Denis Villeneuve, was the most-watched director.

Zendaya’s ‘Dune’ co-star, Timothée Chalamet, was replaced by Willem Dafoe as the most-watched actor. Dafoe appeared in four big films last year: ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,’ ‘Saturday Night,’ ‘Kinds of Kindness,’ and recently released, ‘Nosferatu.’

You can check out the top picks below:

The most-watched actors of 2024 on Letterboxd are led by Willem Dafoe, followed by Timothée Chalamet and Stellan Skarsgård. Other top actors include J.K. Simmons, Josh Brolin, Samuel L. Jackson, Dave Bautista, Javier Bardem, and Mark Ruffalo.

1. Willem Dafoe 2. Timothée Chalamet 3. Stellan Skarsgård 4. J.K. Simmons 5. Josh Brolin 6. Samuel L.

The following article contains discussions of mental health conditions, violence, and suicide.

While the entertainment industry is notorious for misrepresenting many illnesses, conditions, and disorders, there are many movie characters who accurately portray mental health. Cinema has had a dubious history of portraying mental health in an authentic or even sensitive light. The perceived dramatic nature of a mental illness has notoriously meant it's too often conveyed as a means to broadcast sentimentality or sensationalism. Additionally, "madness" has been used by horror films as a justification for all kinds of unspeakable acts. However, Hollywood also occasionally gets it right, and there are plenty of movie characters with mental disorders that aren't portrayed problematically.

The exploration of mental illness and mental health disorders in movies has improved dramatically over the last few decades, with an emphasis on authenticity and care towards humanization. Depictions that are seen as genuine across myriad genres,...

Exclusive: In keeping with its start-of-the-year tradition, Goodfellas has rolled out the bulk of its French-language slate for 2025 ahead of the Unifrance Rendez-Vous in Paris next week, and it’s a hot one.

The line-up features fresh additions An Affair by Arnaud Desplechin and Prime Rush by Carlos Abascal Peiró as well as half a dozen pictures that we expect to see at Cannes or Venice later this year.

An Affair marks a new chapter for Desplechin after achieving closure in 2024 with his long-running character of Paul Dédalus through Cannes-selected drama Filmlovers!, which hits French cinemas for Les Films du Losange next week.

New movie An Affair sees Desplechin collaborate with rising French stars François Civil (Beating Hearts) and Nadia Tereszkiewicz (The Crime is Mine) for the first time, in a cast also featuring Charlotte Rampling and Hippolyte Girardot.

Civil plays a pianist who returns to France after a long...

We haven't even got to the official ceremony, but the 2025 Oscars are already causing controversy. There has been an ongoing battle between The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and Dune: Part Two over Hans Zimmer's phenomenal score for the 2024 sequel. According to The Academy, the score is ineligible for submission in the Best Original Score category, something which Zimmer himself disagrees with, though he is ultimately more focused on the quality of the score and movie than its awards potential. However, like Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) announcing himself as the Lisan al Gaib, Dune: Part Two's director, Denis Villeneuve, has come to the rescue, defending Zimmer's score, and questioning The Academy's decision.

During an interview with SlashFilm, Denis Villeneuve called out The Academy for excluding Zimmer's score. "I am absolutely against the decision of the Academy to exclude Hans, frankly, because I feel like his score is...

New films from Paul Thomas Anderson and Kelly Reichardt with stars including George Clooney, Michaela Coel and Cate Blanchett will premiere this year

Jim Jarmusch prefers to work at an unhurried pace, but perhaps it’s no coincidence that his longest inter-picture hiatus has followed the most tepidly reviewed release of his career. Soon, it will have been six years since his low-key zombie comedy The Dead Don’t Die was met with a resounding shrug at Cannes, and it would seem that the coolest cucumber in American independent cinema will respond by paring down to basics. No more fun and games with genre, just a “very subtle”, “very quiet”, “funny”, and “sad” family affair gathering Cate Blanchett, Charlotte Rampling, Adam Driver, Tom Waits and a pink-haired Vicky Krieps around the dinner table. But if it’s going to be anything like his last film dealing with parents and children – the hangdog,...

Director Denis Villeneuve filmed many of Dune: Part Two's Arrakis sequences in harsh environments. Zendaya said wearing a Fremen stillsuit costume in the desert heat didn't help.

Zendaya shared some of her co-stars' experiences while filming Dune: Part Two on outdoor sets. The Arrakis desert scenes were shot on location in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates, leaving the cast and crew at the mercy of the elements. She said it was particularly grueling for actors wearing stillsuits costumes, designed after the armor the Fremen wore to survive harsh environments. Speaking with W Magazine, Zendaya said her full-body suit was so troublesome to wear and remove that she didn't drink water to avoid bathroom breaks. She confessed that was a huge mistake.

Related Dune Director Recalls 'Numb and Stupid' Filming Conditions for Desert Scenes, Shares Update on Part 3

The Dune Part Two director revealed his plans to bring Dune: Messiah to life.

Warning! This article contains Spoilers for Dexter: Original Sin episode 4 and Dexter season 8.The prequel series Dexter: Original Sin has gone to great lengths to fit in with most of Dexter's established canon, except for Dexter season 8. Almost everything in Dexter: Original Sin is designed to add to the original show's story rather than detract from it. Even the cast of Original Sin is mostly composed of returning characters, and even Michael C. Hall has returned as the voice of Dexter's inner monologue. That doesn't mean the prequel show hasn't retconned anything, however - it's already changed the ending of Dexter: New Blood - and it seems to be changing Dexter season 8 as well.

In Dexter season 8, Dexter met Dr. Evelyn Vogel (Charlotte Rampling). Dr. Vogel was a psychologist who specialized in psychopaths, and she indirectly treated Dexter when he was a child. Dexter revealed that...