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The Acolyte may have been cancelled after only one season on Disney+, but the story will continue through various novels and short stories. One of which comes in the form of The Acolyte: Wayseeker, which is set decades before the events of the Star Wars Disney+ series and follows Vernestra Rwoh as she rediscovers her place in the Jedi Order. Collider is elated to partner with Lucasfilm Publishing to unveil a new excerpt from The Acolyte: Wayseeker, which sees Jedi Master Indara dispatched by the Jedi Council to find Jedi Master Vernestra Rwoh. However, during her mission, she encounters the legendary Wayseeker. The Acolyte: Wayseeker was written by Justina Ireland, and the book will go up for sale on May 6.

The live-action counterpart of Jedi Master Indara is portrayed by The Matrix veteran Carrie-Anne Moss, with Rebecca Henderson playing Vernestra Rwoh. The Acolyte features a star-studded ensemble to bring the...

What Extreme Measure Did Keanu Reeves’ The Matrix Co-Star Take For His Role? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

In 1999, The Matrix reshaped more than just reality. It reshaped bodies. While Keanu Reeves and the gang trained like martial arts machines, one of their co-stars took a more… surgical approach. Joe Pantoliano, who played the slippery Cypher, went under the knife to get in shape for the role. But the real twist: Warner Bros. never paid him back.

Pantoliano had worked with the studio before – Risky Business, The Goonies, U.S. Marshals – so he thought he had some goodwill built up. And when the Matrix team demanded he be in top-tier shape, he took them seriously. Very seriously. “They wanted me to be in the best shape of my life,” he told author Brian Raftery in Best. Movie. Year. Ever: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen (via Cheat Sheet). “No drinking, eating steamed vegetables,...

The Matrix Iconic Green Digital Rain Visual (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

The 1999 sci-fi action film, ‘The Matrix’, is still regarded as one of the best and most visually stunning movies of all time. If you remember, the film featured a cascading green code that rained down the screen.

Source of The Matrix’s Digital Rain

That code has a surprising, rather weird, origin story behind it. It’s not anything remotely related to a cryptic computer program, encrypted data, alien language, or some text with a deeper philosophical meaning. In fact, they were not real codes at all. On the contrary, it was sushi, the Japanese dish. Can you believe it?

In an earlier interview with CNET, Simon Whitely, the production designer of The Matrix, said, “I like to tell everybody that The Matrix’s code is made out of Japanese sushi recipes.” The source of the digital rain was...

When the first two sequels to the Wachowskis' "The Matrix," titled "The Matrix Reloaded" and "The Matrix Revolutions," both released in theaters in 2003, it set a strange precedent for Hollywood blockbuster filmmaking. Certain 2000s-era hits, rather than getting a single expected sequel, were granted a gigantic, outsize, super-sequel finale that was released in two parts. In addition to "The Matrix," major studios also took a "mega-sequel finale" approach to "Pirates of the Caribbean," "Harry Potter," "Twilight," and "The Hunger Games." Indeed, "Mission: Impossible" has since done the same thing with "Dead Reckoning" and "The Final Reckoning." Heck, even Marvel Studios made an "Avengers" mega-sequel-finale with "Infinity War" and "Endgame."

"The Matrix," however, also proved that the mega-sequel approach doesn't always work well. While "Reloaded" and "Revolutions" were hugely ambitious and exciting hits, they were also overstuffed, clunky, and wrestled with too many ideas. The mythology also became far too complicated for its own good.

I’ve been thirsty for TV to make me think. Something fresh. Who knew I’d have to turn to the past to get what I wanted?

And when you do find a hidden gem, sometimes you fall down a rabbit hole, and there’s no getting back out.

That’s precisely what happened when I stumbled onto Nowhere Man, a forgotten 1995 TV series starring Bruce Greenwood.

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Diving into this show that was previously unknown to me made me realize just how many incredible shows are still buried in television’s past, waiting to be uncovered.

Most people know the famous one-season wonders — My So-Called Life, Firefly, Freaks and Geeks.

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They’re great,...

Short of "Star Wars" and "Star Trek," you'd be hard-pressed to find a science fiction franchise of the modern era more influential than "The Matrix." Did the Wachowskis' 1999 magnum opus take major inspiration from prominent anime and cyberpunk stories? Yes, but it blended those with a distinct philosophical angle, strong style choices, and an approach to action that completely revolutionized the Hollywood blockbuster.

Though the films that followed were more controversial, don't believe the lie that "The Matrix" is the only part of the franchise worth watching. Each piece brings new ideas, memorable moments, and serves a key role in the larger ideological narrative of "The Matrix." They may be less straightforward than the original, but in some ways, that only makes them more intriguing.

Today, we're ranking all of the "Matrix" movies, including the 2003 animated anthology film "The Animatrix." Each is a success in its own right, but some stand taller than others.

Memento tells the story of Leonard Shelby, a man trying to solve his wife’s murder while grappling with short-term memory loss after a violent home invasion. The attack left Leonard unable to form new memories, so he relied on tattoos, notes, and photos to track down the killer.

But here’s the twist: Leonard has already found his revenge. His condition, however, traps him in an endless cycle of forgetting and rediscovering, unknowingly creating a puzzle he can never escape.

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Directed by Christopher Nolan, Memento stands out for its brilliant reverse storytelling, based on Jonathan Nolan’s short story. The film’s unique approach mirrors Leonard’s disoriented mindset, making it a must-watch thriller that still sparks endless debates. Curious about where the cast is today? Let’s find out!

Guy Pearce as Leonard Shelby

Guy Pearce, who played Leonard Shelby in Memento, has had a fascinating career journey.

After creating the first Star Wars project set outside the main Skywalker timeline, The Acolyte’s Leslye Headland has officially found her next project. Headland recently produced the Cult of Love Broadway adaptation, which follows a family who return home for Christmas, and THR is reporting that the stage play is getting a feature film adaptation. Headland will write the screenplay and direct the film, with Will Ferrell and Jessica Elbaum producing under their Gloria Sanchez Productions Banner. Zachary Quinto, Shailene Woodley, and Barbie Ferreira all starred in the stage show, which ran from November 2024 to January 2025, but it’s unclear if any of them will return for the live-action film. Other casting is also being kept under wraps, as are details on production start or potential release windows.

The Acolyte was the first live-action Star Wars project set during the High Republic, and although the show set up plenty...

‘The Matrix’ director Lilly Wachowski has revealed the movie was a "last-ditch, Hail Mary part of the deal" with Warner Bros.The 57-year-old filmmaker - who helmed the iconic 1999 action movie and its two sequels ‘The Matrix Reloaded’ and ‘The Matrix Revolutions’ with her sister Lana Wachowski, 59 - explained the film was greenlit after a Warner Bros. executive begged the directing pair to make it in an effort to save their job.Speaking with Collider, Lilly said: “‘The Matrix’ was a last-ditch, Hail Mary part of the deal. "It was part of a three-picture deal. We were just going to write and direct ‘Bound’, and write two other scripts."After ‘Bound’, the head of production at the time called us into his office and said, ‘You have to save my job. We need this.’"Even after the Wachoskis handed in the script, the pair weren’t sure how the studio...

Here’s Why Keanu Reeves Jumped Off A 46-Story Building Multiple Times! (Photo Credit – Netflix)

Keanu Reeves didn’t just play Neo. He launched himself off a 46-story building 19 times to get one shot just right for The Matrix Resurrections. No green screen. No backup. Just Keanu, wires, and gravity. The man wasn’t pretending to be a superhero. He was one.

The fourth Matrix film arrived more than a decade after The Matrix Revolutions wrapped up what everyone thought was a trilogy. But Neo’s story wasn’t done. Neither was Reeves’ commitment to pushing the limits. When The Matrix Resurrections dropped, so did he from a skyscraper. Repeatedly.

At 57, Reeves still did most of his stunts. He told The Late Show with Stephen Colbert that he jumped off the same building nearly 20 times for one perfect take. The light had to be right. The timing was everything. Nerves of steel were required.

Keanu Reeves is one of the most beloved action stars of our time, but even he isn’t immune to box office flops. The same can be said for his Matrix franchise, which, despite its legacy and fan base, gave us one of the most disappointing films that tarnished the legacy of the franchise for good.

Of course, we are talking about The Matrix Resurrections, a sequel that spanned decades and ended up bombing at the box office. Given the film’s critical and commercial performance, one would have thought that Warner Bros. would not make the same mistake again. However, as was recently revealed, a new Matrix film is in the works.

Keanu Reeves’ Neo in The Matrix | Credit: Warner Bros. A new Matrix film is in the works at Warner Bros. The Matrix | Credit: Warner Bros.

It is a fact generally accepted and acknowledged in the film industry...

Laurence Fishburne's 'Matrix' return will "depend on the circumstances" when an offer comes through.The 63-year-old actor played Morpheus on the original trilogy from 1999 until 2003 but did not receive any response from producers when he "offered [his] services" for the fourth film, so is not sure if he will make a comeback for the upcoming fifth instalment. Speaking on 'The View', he said: "It depends on the circumstances, who is involved, how well the script has been written, if they offer me... because I offered my services to the fourth 'Matrix', and they didn't respond well to that. It's not like I didn't say, 'Oh, I'd like to offer my services.' I did, and for whatever reason, that didn't happen, Ok. That's the truth. So we'll see."In 2024, Warner Bros. announced that Drew Goddard will write and direct the new film, marking the...

The Matrix 5 is in the works, and it is only natural that fans of the franchise have been curious about how development and casting have been coming along. In recent development, Laurence Fishburne, who played Morpheus in the original Matrix trilogy, has revealed that his proposal to reprise the role in the 2021 sequel, The Matrix Resurrections, was met with mild resistance from the film's production team. During an appearance on The View, Fishburne shed more light on the events that transpired when he offered his services to the fourth Matrix while addressing his future in the sci-fi franchise.

Despite the return of co-stars Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss, Fishburne was notably absent from Resurrections. The character of Morpheus was reimagined and played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, representing a new iteration within the film's story. Reflecting on this casting decision, Fishburne expressed no animosity, acknowledging the filmmakers' creative direction. When questioned...

Netflix's Arnold Schwarzenegger-led action comedy series Fubar is about to deploy for Season 2, just over two years after retired CIA operative Luke Brunner rejoined the fight. This time around, though, there will be "2x the Fubar," with the Governator set to share the screen with another action icon in the form of The Matrix legend Carrie-Anne Moss. A set of images released earlier this week officially pulled the curtain back on Moss's character this week, revealing that she'll play the mysterious black-clad East German spy Greta Nelso, who has "a passionate history" with Brunner dating back to their younger years. In recent comments to Tudum, the star shared her experience working with Schwarzenegger for the series and teased how they'll tango in the upcoming run of episodes.

Fubar won't be Moss's first rodeo with series creator Nick Santora. Before developing and showrunning his megahit Prime Video series Reacher,...

“Fubar", the live-action, spy-adventure TV series created by Nick Santora, stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Carrie-Anne Moss, produced by Skydance Television and Blackjack Films, streaming June 12, 2025 on Netflix:

"...in the beginning, 'Luke' and his daughter 'Emma' have lied to each other for years, both of them not knowing the other is a 'CIA' operative.

"Once they both learn the truth, they realize...

"...they don't actually know anything about each other..."

Cast also includes Monica Barbaro, Jay Baruchel, Aparna Brielle, Andy Buckley, Milan Carter, Fortune Feimster, Barbara Eve Harris, Boro Fabiana Udenio and Travis Van Winkle.

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It's been two long years since Netflix first released the action comedy series Fubar, and for fans eagerly anticipating the return of Arnold Schwarzenegger to the streaming service, the wait is almost over. Fubar Season 2 is officially set to premiere on June 12, and to coincide with the news, some new images have been released that showcase what we can expect from the show's sophomore outing, including the addition of The Matrix's Carrie-Anne Moss.

Starring Schwarzengger and Monica Barbaro as father/daughter duo Luke and Emma Brunner, Season 1 of the fun spy series created by Nick Santora saw them learn of each other's secret, CIA operative identity, and then team up to take down the bad guys. Schwarzenegger played the overprotective dad to a tee, and is back at it again in the new season, this time with an old flame coming back to haunt him:

"Luke Brunner is a veteran CIA operative who,...

Laurence Fishburne has explained why he didn't show up in The Matrix 4, officially titled The Matrix Resurrections— and the reason for his absence might surprise fans of the sci-fi franchise. The actor famously portrayed Morpheus in the first three Matrix movies but didn't reprise the role for the 2021 sequel, which arrived in theaters 18 years after the conclusion of the original trilogy and reunited Keanu Reeves as Neo and Carrie-Anne Moss as Trinity, respectively. Fishburne has now revealed that he wanted to return alongside his co-stars, but ultimately, the decision was out of his hands.

"I offered my services to the fourth Matrix, and they didn't respond well to that," Fishburne admitted as he got candid about his role in the franchise during a recent appearance on The View. "It's not like I didn't say, 'I'd like to offer my services.' I did." He added that for "whatever reason,...

Whether or not anybody really wanted a fourth Matrix movie (we didn’t), getting Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss and Laurence Fishburne to reprise Neo, Trinity and Morpheus was clutch. There was only one problem: Laurence Fishburne wasn’t going to be in The Matrix Resurrections. And while the story was originally that Fishburne was never asked, the actor now says he actually tried to be a part of it.

Appearing on The View, Laurence Fishburne claimed that he approached those making The Matrix Resurrections but was quickly turned away. “I offered my services to the fourth Matrix, and they didn’t respond well to that. Hey, it’s not like I didn’t say, ‘I’d like to offer my services.’ I did. And for whatever reason, that didn’t happen, Ok.” Instead, he would be replaced by The Trial of the Chicago 7’s Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, playing an entity merely embodying the character.

Netflix has unveiled a first look at the upcoming second season of Fubar!

The Arnold Schwarzenegger-led action comedy series was picked up for another season all the way back in June 2023, shortly after the first season premiered.

Netflix is teasing Arnold vs Carrie-Anne Moss, who joins the cast this season, with twice the spies, twice the action and twice the Fubar!

Keep reading to find out more…

Here’s a season two synopsis: Luke Brunner is a veteran CIA operative who, up until recently, was on the verge of retirement. After his last mission in saving another operative – who just so happened to be his daughter – he’s back and face to face with new villains. This one is an old flame from Luke’s past who threatens to destroy the world…if she doesn’t destroy his life first.

Also starring in the series are Monica Barbaro, Milan Carter,...

Ready to get locked and (re)loaded? At Tudum: A Global Fan Eventin 2023, Arnold Schwarzenegger announced that he’ll “be back” as Luke Brunner for more laughs and shenanigans in FUBARSeason 2. The release date for the eight new episodes has finally been declassified: The second season of Fubar will hit Netflix this summer on June 12.

“Season 2 is bananas,” creator Nick Santora said when the series was initially renewed in 2023. “We’re coming up with some real fun surprises for Fubar fans in Season 2, for sure.”

Schwarzenegger tells Tudum, “It is bigger, it is better. There are more laughs. There is more of everything … including one more legend!”

He’s talking about action titan Carrie-Anne Moss, who’s joining the series to play a German spy named Greta Nelso, who also happens to be Luke’s ex.

“They are icons,” Santora says of...

One of the hardest aspects for any talent turning down a project is watching it flourish beyond their wildest expectations without them. Michelle Pfeiffer turned down the role of Clarice Starling in "The Silence of the Lambs," and the film went on to win five Academy Awards, with one of those going to lead actress Jodie Foster. There are also nuclear-level missed opportunities like Matt Damon and James Cameron's "Avatar," where he not only turned down the role that Sam Worthington eventually played, but a 10 percent margin of the profits. But then you have cases like "The Matrix," where all of the possible casting outcomes open up a multiversal rift where the film takes on a completely different stature in each of them.

Lana and Lily Wachowski's 1999 sci-fi mind-bender was not only a critical and box office sensation, but ultimately went on to become one of the most influential films ever made.

Laurence Fishburne is revealing why he did not return as Morpheus for “The Matrix Resurrections,” and it turns out, it wasn’t Fishburne’s decision to be excluded from the 2021 franchise installment.

Fishburne said during “The View” (via THR) that he was turned away from the project. Fishburne did not disclose which team member disagreed with his casting. Lana Wachowski solo directed the fourth film, which was a Warner Bros. release. Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss were both back as franchise protagonists Neo and Trinity, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II took over as a different iteration of Morpheus, the character originated by Fishburne in 1999.

“I offered my services to the fourth ‘Matrix,’ and they didn’t respond well to that,” Fishburne said while on “The View.” “It’s not like I didn’t say, ‘I’d like to offer my services.’ I did.” He added that “for whatever reason,” his casting...

Laurence Fishburne hasn’t seen Will Smith play Neo in the “Matrix”-inspired music video for Smith’s single “Beautiful Scars” with rapper Big Sean. In fact, Fishburne wasn’t even aware the video existed.

“Oh really? I haven’t seen it,” Fishburne told Variety at the premiere of “The Amateur” on Wednesday night in New York City. “What’s it called?”

In the “Beautiful Scars” video, Smith portrays Neo, a role he turned down when the Wachowskis offered him the lead in their 1999 sci-fi action movie “The Matrix.” Keanu Reeves ultimately accepted the career-defining role. In Smith’s video, Big Sean steps into the role of Morpheus, originally played by Fishburne. When asked for his thoughts on the music video concept, Fishburne simply said, “I think that’s cool.”

Fishburne famously portrayed Morpheus in the first three “Matrix” films. However, he did not reprise his role in 2021’s “The Matrix Resurrections...

Fans can only hope to see Laurence Fishburne in the upcoming The Matrix sequel, but the actor weighed in on that prospect. He said he was all-in to reprise Morpheus in The Matrix Resurrections, but the studio "didn't respond well" when he expressed interest.

The odds are stacked against Laurence Fishburne returning in The Matrix 5. "It depends on the circumstances, who was involved, how well the script has been written, if they offer me [a part]," he told The View. Fishburne set clear-cut expectations, hinting he's still open to the prospect; he said he also wanted in on The Matrix Resurrections but was rejected. "I offered my services to the fourth Matrix, and they didn't respond well to that," he asserted. "It's not like I didn't say, 'I'd like to offer my services.' I did. For whatever reason, that didn't happen. But that's the truth. We'll see."

The Matrix Resurrections brought...

Laurence Fishburne is not sure if he will ever reprise his role of Morpheus in The Matrix universe.

The actor appeared on The View and said the team “didn’t respond well” after he pitched himself to reprise his role in the 2021 sequel.

Co-Host Sara Haines asked Fishburne if he would be involved in a potential fifth installment of the Matrix saga, to which he said, “It depends on the circumstances, who was involved, how well the script has been written, if they offer me [a part].”

“I offered my services to the fourth Matrix, and they didn’t respond well to that,” he added. “It’s not like I didn’t say, ‘I’d like to offer my services.’ I did. For whatever reason, that didn’t happen. But that’s the truth. We’ll see.”

Sunny Hostin jumped in and told Fishburne, “You need to come back,” with Haines adding,...

Arnold said he'll be back, and he meant it! Fubar season 2 starring the man, the myth, the legend, and Patrick's dad Arnold Schwarzenegger is coming to Netflix this summer.

According to a report from Tudum, Fubar season 2 premieres on Netflix on Thursday, June 12! That's a little bit earlier than I was planning to see the new season of the series, but hey, we'll definitely take it!

First look at Fubar season 2

In addition to announcing the premiere date, Netflix shared the first look at Fubar season 2. Check out the first images from the new season.

As you'll see in the images, we have all the main cast of Fubar season 1 returning, including Schwarzenegger and Monica Barbaro. Carrie-Anne Moss also joins the cast of season 2 as Greta Nelso, Luke's ex-wife and Emma's mom.

Fubar season 2 also stars Milan Carter, Jay Baruchel, Fortune Feimster, Guy Burnet, Travis Van Winkle, Fabiana Udenio, Aparna Brielle,...

Netflix’s Fubar is making double trouble for its second season by adding Carrie-Anne Moss to the cast. Created by Nick Santora, Fubar shows what happens when a father and daughter discover their relationship is a lie and they are each CIA operatives. As the two join forces, the series depicts themes of family dynamics with humor, action, and spies. Today’s Fubar update includes the first photos of Schwarzenegger and Carrie-Anne Moss, who joins the Terminator actor for Season 2.

Netflix’s Fubar offers a hilarious look at Schwarzenegger – who is 77 years old – getting back to his action roots. While Monica Barbaro (Top Gun: Maverick) does most of the heavy lifting in the hand-to-hand department, Arnold still displays his chops while dispatching goons like a pro. There’s also plenty of humor throughout the series, with the daddy/daughter duo bickering about poor life choices and co-workers razzing Schwarzenegger about his relationship aspirations.

​Netflix has officially announced that the second season of the action-comedy series “Fubar,” starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, will premiere on June 12, 2025. This follows the show’s successful debut in May 2023 and its subsequent renewal in June 2023.

roduction for the upcoming season commenced in April 2024 in Toronto, Canada, and concluded in August 2024. The new season will continue to follow the complex dynamics between CIA operative Luke Brunner, portrayed by Schwarzenegger, and his daughter Emma, played by Monica Barbaro, as they navigate their intertwined professional and personal lives.

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In an exciting casting update, Carrie-Anne Moss has joined the ensemble for Season 2, taking on the role of Greta Nelson, a character from Luke’s past. Fans can anticipate a blend of action and comedy as the Brunner family confronts new challenges in their covert operations.​

“Fubar” Season 2 is set to be available for streaming exclusively on Netflix starting June 12, 2025.

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​Netflix has officially announced that the second season of the action-comedy series “Fubar,” starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, will premiere on June 12, 2025. This follows the show’s successful debut in May 2023 and its subsequent renewal in June 2023.

roduction for the upcoming season commenced in April 2024 in Toronto, Canada, and concluded in August 2024. The new season will continue to follow the complex dynamics between CIA operative Luke Brunner, portrayed by Schwarzenegger, and his daughter Emma, played by Monica Barbaro, as they navigate their intertwined professional and personal lives.

Image courtesy: Netflix

In an exciting casting update, Carrie-Anne Moss has joined the ensemble for Season 2, taking on the role of Greta Nelson, a character from Luke’s past. Fans can anticipate a blend of action and comedy as the Brunner family confronts new challenges in their covert operations.​

“Fubar” Season 2 is set to be available for streaming exclusively on Netflix starting June 12, 2025.

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In 2023, Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in the action comedy Fubar. The series was renewed for Season 2, which has added a new lead actor, and set a release date.

Fubar Season 2 started production in late May 2024, as the show set a new world record: the biggest action figure ever. The actor promised he'll "be back" as Luke Brunner, and that is closer than ever. Netflix confirmedFUBAR Season 2 will premiere on Netflix on June 12.

Following the renewal announcement, creator Nick Santora promised: "Season 2 is bananas. We’re coming up with some real fun surprises for Fubar fans in Season 2, for sure."

It was also previously revealed that Carrie-Anne Moss joined Fubar Season 2. The actress plays Greta Nelso, a former German spy with a strong history with the CIA, and also Luke's ex.

"They are icons," Santora praised Moss and Schwarzenegger. "They know how to do action, be funny, and create full and engaging characters.

Netflix has revealed a first look at Fubar Season 2, which will begin streaming on the service on June 12, 2025.

In the second season, Luke Brunner (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is a veteran CIA operative who, up until recently, was on the verge of retirement.

After his last mission in saving another operative – who just so happened to be his daughter – he’s back and face to face with new villains. This one is an old flame from Luke’s past who threatens to destroy the world… if she doesn’t destroy his life first.

The cast of the new season includes Arnold Schwarzenegger, Monica Barbaro, Milan Carter, Fortune Feimster, Travis Van Winkle, Fabiana Udenio, Aparna Brielle, Guy Burnet, Andy Buckley, Carrie-Anne Moss, Jay Baruchel, Barbara Eve Harris, and Scott Thompson.

“Season 2 is bananas,” creator Nick Santora told Netflix blog Tudum when the series was renewed. “We’re coming up with some real fun...

Netflix is officially doubling down on the chaos. The streamer has just revealed the first look and key art for FUBARSeason 2, confirming that the loud, brash and fun spy comedy starringArnold Schwarzenegger will return on June 12 around the world. And this time? The stakes are higher, the action's bigger, and the cast is getting a serious upgrade. The new season picks up with CIA veteran Luke Brunner (Schwarzenegger) still not quite enjoying the retirement he’d planned. After discovering that his daughter Emma (Monica Barbaro) was also a secret operative in Season 1, Luke’s plans for a quiet life were blown to pieces — and now he’s got even more trouble heading his way.

Season 2 introduces a brand-new adversary in the form of Carrie-Anne Moss, playing a mysterious figure from Luke’s past who’s poised to either ruin his life or end the world — whichever comes first. The new...

Netflix is looking to eff up your summer with a second season of Fubar, dropping in its entirety on Thursday, June 12, TVLine has learned.

Arnold Schwarzenegger returns to the action-comedy as Luke Brunner, a veteran CIA operative whose retirement plans were derailed in Season 1 when he embarked on a mission to rescue another operative — his daughter (Monica Barbaro).

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Arnold Schwarzenegger‘s spy adventure series Fubar will return to Netflix this summer.

The streamer revealed Thursday that Season 2 is slated to premiere on June 12. Additionally, a few first look images from the new season give a glimpse at what’s to come, including the photo above featuring Schwarzenegger and his co-star Monica Barbaro.

See the other images below, including one featuring Carrie-Anne Moss, who joins the cast this season as Greta Nelso, a former East German spy who has a passionate history with Luke Brunner (Schwarzenegger).

Fubar centers on a CIA operative on the verge of retirement who discovers a family secret and is forced to go back into the field for one last job. The series tackles universal family dynamics set against a global backdrop of spies, action and humor.

In Season 2, Luke Brunner is a veteran CIA operative who, up until recently, was on the verge of retirement.

One of the most (if not the most) controversial Star Wars stories is proving to be surprisingly popular despite its sudden cancelation. Beginning in June last year, the Star Wars prequel series The Acolyte proved to be another deeply divisive adventure in a galaxy far, far away. But, while the series has now been canceled by Disney, a new report reveals that the cries from fans for The Acolyte Season 2 are louder than anyone would have expected.

According to Parrot Analytics, who study viewing metrics, streaming data, and more, calls for The Acolyte Season 2 are “20.8 times the average,” which they conclude “stands as a compelling candidate for further investment and development.” Despite a slight drop in demand from fans (dipping from a previous high of 22.6 times the average), The Acolyte “remains exceptionally rated within the drama genre at the 99.3rd percentile,” which they believe “indicates a high loyalty and engagement level from a dedicated audience,...

Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent, a local adaptation of Dick Wolf’s global Law & Order TV series franchise, has nabbed a field-leading 20 nominations heading into the Canadian Screen Awards.

The Citytv series will challenge for best drama, best episode director for Sharon Lewis and Holly Dale, and best drama writing for Tassie Cameron, among other categories. The best TV drama competition also has entrants for the CBC’s Bones of Crow drama, which picked up 12 nominations, and the CBC’s police procedural Allegiance.

Other multiple nominees on the TV side include CTV’s Children Ruin Everything and CBC’s Run the Burbs with 12 mentions each, followed by the CBC’s Paris 2024 Summer Olympics telecast with 11 nominations.

In the film categories, director Matthew Rankin’s Universal Language leads the field with 13 nominations, including for best drama and best direction. Rankin’s Farsi- and French-language offbeat homage to Iranian cinema...

During her heyday as one of the biggest musical icons in the world, Madonna seemingly had it all. In the 21st century, Madonna has become something of a legacy act, with bigger names like Beyoncé and Taylor Swift taking over as female pop icons. In the mid-1980s and early 1990s, however, Madonna had the world gripped by her every move. And like Beyoncé and Swift, she confidently jumped from one medium to another, appearing in films like "Desperately Seeking Susan" and "Dick Tracy," the latter of which paired her opposite Hollywood legend Warren Beatty as a riff on the classic femme fatale archetype in Beatty's comic strip adaptation.

That 1990 film from Touchstone Pictures is worth keeping in mind for this story for a couple of reasons. While Dick Tracy was not a character or intellectual property that had been captivating audiences in the previous decade, it was chosen as...

Carrie-Ann Moss, aka Trinity from The Matrix, was surrounded by raining offers after the movie concluded a successful trilogy in 2003. Moss was going through a significant life-changing phase; she had to choose between the limelight and motherhood. Contemplating what she wanted more in the long run, the Die Alone actress took a willing break from her career to embrace motherhood.

Carrie-Anne Moss plays Jedi Master Indara in The Acolyte | Lucasfilm

The Matrix, a sci-fi cocktail spilling the trajectory of multiple realities, was first released in 1999, directed by Lana and Lilly Wachowski. The movie followed two sequels, The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, in 2003 after attaining a remarkable triumph from fans and critics alike. Moss tasted the path of glory with the sci-fi trilogy starring alongside Keanu Reeves but decided to bid farewell to the cinema, only to return with more.

Carrie-Ann Moss embraced motherhood over films after The Matrix...

Carrie-Anne Moss is opening up about rejecting offers after The Matrix.

The 57-year-old actress starred in the movie franchise as Trinity, with the first being released in 1999.

While she had potential to continue taking on big roles, Carrie-Anne turned down offers as she had another idea of a path to take.

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“After The Matrix was such a big deal, I took a big, big break to have children and be with them,” she told The Independent. “I remember being torn, having a little twinge like ‘Gosh, I’m getting offered such great things. That would be such a huge deal.’ And I was holding my baby in my arms, and I remember thinking, ‘At the end of my life, will it matter to me that I have another movie on my résumé? Or will it matter to me that I held my baby?’ And I instantly thought,...

After The Matrix made Carrie-Anne Moss a household name, she was offered a wave of major Hollywood roles. However, at the time, the actor opted to turn them down.

Speaking to The Independent, Moss said she decided to step away from acting to focus on raising her family. "After The Matrix was such a big deal, I took a big, big break to have children and be with them," she said. "I remember being torn, having a little twinge like, 'Gosh, I’m getting offered such great things. That would be such a huge deal.' And I was holding my baby in my arms, and I remember thinking, 'At the end of my life, will it matter to me that I have another movie on my résumé? Or will it matter to me that I held my baby?' And I instantly thought, no. It was just a no-brainer.

Carrie-Anne Moss has spoken about stepping away from Hollywood at the height of her career to focus on raising her children. The actress, best known for playing Trinity in The Matrix franchise, turned down major film offers following the success of the trilogy to prioritize her family.

“After The Matrix was such a big deal, I took a big, big break to have children and be with them,” Moss said in a recent interview with The Independent. “I remember being torn, having a little twinge like, ‘Gosh, I’m getting offered such great things. That would be such a huge deal.’ And I was holding my baby in my arms, and I remember thinking, ‘At the end of my life, will it matter to me that I have another movie on my résumé? Or will it matter to me that I held my baby?’ And I instantly thought, no. It was just a no-brainer.

Carrie-Anne Moss has no regrets about choosing to focus on motherhood over her career.

During a recent interview with The Independent, the actress opened up about her reasoning for turning down big movie deals at the height of her career, when The Matrix franchise was skyrocketing.

“After The Matrix was such a big deal, I took a big, big break to have children and be with them,” Moss explained. “I remember being torn, having a little twinge like, ‘Gosh, I’m getting offered such great things. That would be such a huge deal.'”

She continued, “And I was holding my baby in my arms, and I remember thinking, ‘At the end of my life, will it matter to me that I have another movie on my résumé? Or will it matter to me that I held my baby?’ And I instantly thought, no. It was just a no-brainer. And...

Carrie-Anne Moss recently gave an interview to The Independent and said she has no regrets after pulling back from her acting career amid the skyrocketing success of “The Matrix” franchise. Moss starred as Trinity opposite Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburne in the Wachowski’s 1999 action classic and its two sequels, “The Matrix Reloaded” and “The Matrix Revolutions,” both released in 2003. She strategically declined major offers after the trilogy wrapped in order to become a mom and prioritize her family.

“After ‘The Matrix’ was such a big deal, I took a big, big break to have children and be with them,” Moss told the publication. “I remember being torn, having a little twinge like ‘Gosh, I’m getting offered such great things. That would be such a huge deal.’ And I was holding my baby in my arms, and I remember thinking, ‘At the end of my life, will it matter...

Stars: Douglas Smith, Kimberly-Sue Murray, Carrie-Anne Moss, Frank Grillo, Jonathan Cherry | Written and Directed by Lowell Dean

Die Alone is the most recent film from Saskatchewan-based filmmaker Lowell Dean. If you’ve heard of him, it’s probably because of the over-the-top genre comedies WolfCop and Another WolfCop. But he’s done several other films, including the zombie film 13 Eerie and the post-apocalyptic action film SuperGrid, which I was lucky enough to catch along with a Q&a session with him at the Saskatoon Fantastic Film Festival a few years back.

Both zombies and a post-apocalyptic setting return in Die Alone, but it’s not a typical tale of the zombie apocalypse, although that isn’t easy to tell from the opening scenes. Ethan and his girlfriend Emma were heading to his cabin when their car crashed. Ethan wakes up to find Emma and most of his memories, are missing.

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The following contains spoilers for the two premiere episodes of Daredevil: Born Again, now streaming on Disney+.

When Marvel Studios took over TV production, a fan campaign to "save Daredevil" got underway. Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio reprised their roles as Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk in other Marvel projects, leading up to Daredevil: Born Again. At first, Elden Henson and Deborah Ann Woll weren't part of the conversation, but eventually, they were brought back to reprise their roles as Franklin "Foggy" Nelson and Karen Page.

The premiere episode of Daredevil: Born Again brings Matt Murdock, Foggy Nelson and Karen Page back to the small screen. However, viewers shouldn't get too attached...

Wicked Box Office: Set To Release In Japan(Photo Credit – Instagram)

Oscar-winning musical fantasy Wicked is still running at the box office and is set to be released in Japan. The movie will potentially see a boost in box office performance after its Oscar wins, and it might even help the film earn record numbers in Japan. There is a chance it might surpass the worldwide haul of Keanu Reeves’s starrer The Matrix Reloaded. Scroll below for the deets.

The movie was released around Thanksgiving and registered several box office records. It was directed by Jon M Chu, adapting the first act of the 2003 stage musical by Stephen Schwartz and Holzman. The film featured Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Peter Dinklage, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum. Made on a budget of $150 million, it is the fifth highest-grossing film of last year.

For the uninitiated,...

Our hero Ethan is contending with a strange kind of cyclical amnesia that makes dealing with the flesh-eating undead a good deal harder

As this highly derivative but mildly absorbing Canadian horror thriller kicks off, we meet Ethan (Douglas Smith), a young man seemingly on the verge of killing himself. He looks out over a picturesque stretch of Saskatchewan landscape bathed in magic-hour glow before we cut to a welter of confusing, often blood-soaked flashbacks (or flashforwards) – and his voiceover then explains that although his memory doesn’t work so well, he’d rather not remember most of his life anyway. That’s because unfortunate Ethan is suffering from a kind of cyclical amnesia, not unlike the disorder that bedevilled Guy Pearce’s character in Memento, which compels him to keep reintroducing himself to people he’s met many times before. This is a particularly dangerous condition to have because...

Did You Know Brad Pitt Passed On The Matrix Before Keanu Reeves Came Onboard? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

For years, sci-fi enthusiasts have been caught off guard by a revelation about Brad Pitt: that he once turned down a role in The Matrix. The idea of Pitt entering the cyberpunk universe alongside Morpheus and Trinity has left fans in a state of wonder. Would he have slipped into the iconic black trench coat as Neo, or was another part on the table?

A Role Never Meant To Be

While promoting Once Upon a Time in Hollywood in 2019, Pitt casually acknowledged that he had been approached for the now-legendary film but chose to walk away. He kept the details vague, only admitting to passing on The Matrix and hinting at a few other major projects he had declined over the years. To him, the role was simply never meant to be.

“I did pass on The Matrix.

Jon Favreau's 2008 film "Iron Man" kicked off the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a multimedia superhero property that would remain dominant in the pop consciousness for over a decade. Initially, "Iron Man" and Louis Leterrier's own 2008 MCU movie "The Incredible Hulk" (which finally got a sequel of sorts in 2025) were meant to be mere stand-alone superhero sories, only including references to the Avengers as a cute wink to fans. But when Disney purchased the Marvel library in 2009, a grander plan was put in motion, laying out multiple films at once, each one introducing a new character. Eventually, all the superhero characters teamed up in 2012's "The Avengers," which was essentially the cinematic version of a TV season finale. That structure held fast through to "Avengers: Endgame" in 2019, the 22nd film in the franchise, and one that featured many, many superheroes.

While the McU's movies were dominating theaters, Netflix got in on the action as well.

How many movies arrive with the seismic thunder of The Matrix? Debuting to little fanfare in 1999, the movie became a sensation. Suddenly, black leather, trenchcoats, and sleek sunglasses became all the rage. Other movies rushed to parody and pilfer the film’s fight choreography. And in a feat matched only by Star Wars, The Matrix spawned its own religion. Suffice it to say anticipation ran high for the arrival of The Matrix Reloaded four years later.

In another feat also only matched by Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, The Matrix Reloaded debuted to Leviathan hype. Warner Bros. promoted the film with 24-hour showings in cinemas, but this time, the audience walked away feeling cheated and confused. In fact, despite earning positive reviews and doing mammoth box office, The Matrix Reloaded gained — and still maintains — a reputation as one of the worst sequels of all time. Thus, the time has come...