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Before there were superheroes saving the world, and stopping buses with their bare hands every weekend, there was a bus that they did not come to save, and if it dropped below 50 mph, boom. That’s Speed in a nutshell. And somehow, that wild setup turned into one of the biggest action hits of the ’90s.

With Keanu Reeves playing the cool cop and Sandra Bullock as the driver, Speed raced into theaters and blew past expectations. It cost under $40 million to make and made nearly $350 million worldwide. Critics loved it, and so did the fans.

Given its runaway success, a sequel was inevitable. Speed 2: Cruise Control thus arrived with Bullock reprising her role, but Reeves opted not to return. Unfortunately, the sequel failed to replicate the original’s impact, both commercially and critically. Now there’s talk of a third film, and if both stars say yes,...

Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock together again! On Friday, The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that the two actors — who starred in 1994’s Speed — will be joining forces again as the leads for an upcoming, untitled romantic thriller at Amazon MGM Studios.

The project reconnects the two actors with Speed producer Mark Gordon. Noah Oppenheim, who wrote the 2016 biopic Jackie, will write the script for the film. Although there are no details about the plot, it was described as “propulsive” to THR.

Bullock via Fortis Films, Reeves, Gordon, and Bibby Dunn through...

Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock are reuniting for a new feature film, nearly two decades after they last starred in a movie together. The duo will be back in action, but this time, they're mixing the thrill of Jan de Bont's 1994 pulse-pounding classic Speedwith a touch of romance, reigniting the chemistry they exuded on-screen throughout their (extremely) long-distance relationship in Alejandro Agresti's 2006 love story The Lake House, to star in an as-yet-untitled "propulsive" romantic thriller currently in development at Amazon MGM Studios.

The wheels are in motion on the romantic thriller, but plot details are still under wraps for now. However, the script is in safe hands with Noah Oppenheim, who wrote the 2016 historical drama Jackie and recently co-created Netflix's political thriller Zero Day, starring Robert De Niro as former U.S. president George Mullen. Oppenheim is also producing the next Reeves and Bullock team-up with Sarah Bremner via Prologue Entertainment,...

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Ruth Buzzi dies at 88

Comedian Ruth Buzzi died May 1 at her home in Texas. She was 88. Buzzi was best known for her work on the 1968-73 sketch comedy series Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, including her signature character Gladys Ormphby. She was part of the ensemble for all six seasons, and was nominated for five Emmys. She was also known for appearing on Sesame Street for 15 years and for her voiceover work on many animated shows.

Jill Sobule dies in fire at 66

Singer-songwriter Jill Sobule died in a Minneapolis house fire on May 1. She was 66. Sobule's 1995 song "I Kissed a Girl" is considered to be the first openly gay-themed song to chart on the Billboard Top 20. She was also known for her song "Supermodel," which appeared on the soundtrack for the film Clueless, and her Drama Desk-nominated autobiographical musical F--- 7th Grade.

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Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock are reuniting for a new movie.The pair – who previously co-starred in 1994 action thriller ‘Speed’ and 2006 romance fantasy ‘The Lake House’ – are set to join forces for an unnamed romantic thriller for at Amazon MGM Studios.According to The Hollywood Reporter, the plot for the film – which is being penned by ‘Jackie’ scribe Noah Oppenheim – has been described as “propulsive”.Mark Gordon – who produced ‘Speed’ – will produce the movie with Reeves and Bibby Dunn via The Mark Gordon Company, along with Bullock for Fortis Films and Oppenheim and Sarah Bremner for Prologue Entertainment.Just last year, Reeves and Bullock revealed they were keen to reunite on screen again.During a joint interview on the ‘50 Mph’ podcast, Keanu spoke about a possible ‘Speed 3’, saying: “I mean, you know — we’d freakin’ knock it out of the park.”Sandra added: “There’s no formula. It just is.

Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves are speeding towards a “Speed” reunion exactly 30 years after the film was released. The duo, who also famously co-starred in sci-fi romance drama “The Lake House,” will be back onscreen together with an untitled thriller for Amazon MGM Studios. And don’t worry, there is yet another romance component as well for this “propulsive” feature…

THR first reported the project, which IndieWire confirmed.

Plus, “Speed” producer Mark Gordon is producing — and according to Amazon, he is responsible for bringing the feature to both Reeves and Bullock. “Zero Day” co-creator and “Jackie” scribe Noah Oppenheim is penning the script, as well as producing. Gordon and Oppenheim first brought the idea for the film to Reeves and Bullock, who both went on to develop the film with them. Bullock’s Fortis Films, Reeves, Bibby Dunn at The Mark Gordon Company, and Sarah Bremner with Prologue Entertainment are also producing the film.

They've done thriller with a touch of romance in Jan de Bont's 1994 action classic Speed, and romance with a touch of thriller in Alejandro Agresti's 2006 supernatural weepy The Lake House, but now Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock are reuniting to make an out and out romantic thriller at last. Yes, per THR's reporting, Keanu and Sandy B are teaming up for the first time in nearly two decades to make an as-yet-untitled, "propulsive" new movie together for Amazon MGM Studios.

Written by Jackie scribe and Zero Day co-creator Noah Oppenheim, Bullock and Reeves' reunion feature is, you'll be delighted to hear, shrouded in secrecy at the moment: not only is the title being withheld for now, but the plot for the movie is also being kept entirely hush-hush, too. Now, on the one hand, that means that we've got very little to go on in terms of parsing...

Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock will be back on the big screen together!

The former Speed co-stars are attached to star in an untitled romantic thriller written by Noah Oppenheim, who wrote the 2016 movie Jackie.

The Hollywood Reporter reports that the movie is being developed by Amazon MGM Studios and Speed producer Mark Gordon brought the idea to Keanu and Sandra. Nothing is known about the plot of the film, other than it being “propulsive.”

Keanu and Sandra starred in the first Speed movie in 1994 and then reunited for the sequel in 1997. They teamed up again for the 2006 drama The Lake House.

Another exciting project in the works for Sandra right now is a sequel to her beloved 90s movie Practical Magic, in which she’ll reunite with former co-star Nicole Kidman.

It has been nearly 20 years since Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock teamed up to lead a film. The pair last collaborated on the 2006 fantasy romance film The Lake House after first pairing up for 1994’s blockbuster action adventure Speed. Now, per The Hollywood Reporter, Bullock, who won an Academy Award for her performance in The Blind Side (2009), and Reeves are reuniting to star in a new yet-untitled romantic thriller that’s being developed for Amazon MGM Studios.

The script is coming from Noah Oppenheim, who penned Jackie, the 2016 Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis biopic that starred Natalie Portman. He is also a co-creator of the Netflix political thriller hit series Zero Day starring Robert De Niro.

The Writer and Director Approached the Duo

Not much has been released as far as the plot goes for the new Bullock/Reeves feature, but it is described as being “propulsive.” The untitled film also reunites...

Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock will reunite for a new romantic thriller almost two decades after their last collaboration. Released in 1994, Speed marked the first collaboration between Reeves and Bullock, with the hit action film memorably featuring a premise involving a bomb on a bus that will explode if the vehicle goes under 50mph. Reeves opted not to return for the 1997 sequel, which saw Bullock reprising her role as Annie, but the two did eventually work together in 2006 with The Lake House, a supernatural romance.

Per THR, Reeves and Bullock are now attached to star in an untitled film that is currently in development at Amazon MGM Studios. The romantic thriller will feature a script from Noah Oppenheim, who recently co-created the hit Netflix show Zero Day starring Robert De Niro. While no plot details have been shared just yet, the project has been described as "propulsive." The movie will...

Pop quiz, Hot Shot! Where would a new movie starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock rank in a long list of in-demand Hollywood reunions? Before you answer, remember the duo’s outstanding chemistry in the Jan de Bont-directed action thriller Speed. If that’s not enough, think about their enchanting romantic drama The Lake House. You see what I’m getting at. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock will reunite for an untitled romantic thriller at Amazon MGM Studios.

The project boasts a script by Noah Oppenheim, the writer of the 2016 Jackie Kennedy Onassis biopic Jackie. Plot details remain a mystery. Still, THR says they’ve heard the story is “propulsive.” I admit that’s not a lot to go on, but knowing Reeves and Bullock are attached is enough for me. The untitled project finds Reeves and Bullock re-teaming with Speed producer Mark Gordon,...

An untitled propulsive romantic thriller starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock is in development at Amazon MGM Studios, the company announced on Friday.

Noah Oppenheim is writing the script, with plot details for the film being kept under wraps.

Producers include Bullock via Fortis Films, Reeves, Mark Gordon and Bibby Dunn via The Mark Gordon Company and Oppenheim and Sarah Bremner via Prologue Entertainment.

The film reunites Reeves, Bullock following their work together on the 1994 hit action film, “Speed,” (which was also produced by Gordon) and the 2006 fantasy romance film “The Lake House.” Gordon and Oppenheim brought the idea for the film to Reeves and Bullock who went on to develop the film with them.

Reeves is well-known for his outstanding performances in the “Matrix” and “John Wick” franchises. He most recently starred in the title role in “John Wick: Chapter 4,” in addition to executive producing, as well as the 2021 film,...

“Speed” stars Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock are getting back together for a romantic thriller in development at Amazon MGM Studios.

Plot details are still under wraps, though the studio describes the story as “propulsive.” Noah Oppenheim is on board as screenwriter.

The untitled project’s producers are Bullock via Fortis Films, Reeves, Mark Gordon and Bibby Dunn via The Mark Gordon Company, and Oppenheim and Sarah Bremner via Prologue Entertainment.

Reeves, Bullock and Gordon worked together on 1994’s “Speed,” while Reeves and Bullock also starred together in 2006’s “The Lake House.”

Gordon and Oppenheim brought the idea for the film to Reeves and Bullock, who went on to develop the film with them.

Reeves most recently starred in and executive produced “John Wick: Chapter 4,” as well reprising his iconic role as Neo in the 2021 film “The Matrix Resurrections.” He is represented by WME, Range Media Partners, and Scott Sims.

Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock are reuniting to star in a new feature film.

The actors, who famously starred in 1990s action classic Speed as well as romantic drama The Lake House, are attached to star in an untitled romantic thriller being developed at Amazon MGM Studios.

Noah Oppenheim, who wrote the 2016 Jackie Kennedy Onasis biopic Jackie and is one of the co-creators of the Robert De Niro political thriller Netflix series Zero Day, is penning the script. Plot details are being kept at the back of the bus, but it is described as “propulsive.”

The project is more than just a Reeves and Bullock reunion. The duo are also reteaming with Mark Gordon, who produced Speed. Gordon and Oppenheim brought the idea for the project to Reeves and Bullock, who went on to develop the film with them.

Producing are Bullock via Fortis Films, Reeves, Gordon and Bibby Dunn via The Mark Gordon Company,...

Argentine director Alejandro Agresti (“The Lake House”) returns to the big screen with “Lo Que Quisimos Ser” (“What We Wanted to Be”), a touching story of two people who develop a unique relationship yet continue to long for more.

Premiering out of competition at the Malaga Film Festival, the film, set in 1998, follows a man and a woman (Luis Rubio and Eleonora Wexler) who meet for the first time outside a movie theater in Buenos Aires, where they were the only people in the audience to see Howard Hawks’ 1940 classic “His Girl Friday,” starring Cary Grant and Rosalind Russell.

They decide to go for a drink and, at her request, make up new identities for themselves, becoming who they always wanted to be: she is Irene, a romantic novelist; he is Yuri, an adventurous astronaut who grew up in Africa. Hitting it off, they decide to meet every Thursday at...

Before becoming a romcom icon, thanks to leading roles in The Proposal and The Lake House, Sandra Bullock was a bona-fide action star during the '90s and 00s, with major roles in Demolition Man, and the Speed franchise. But, one of Bullock's often-forgotten, and vastly underappreciated action flicks came six years after Speed, when Bullock starred in Miss Congeniality. For those that have never seen the action comedy, or won't pass up an opportunity for a long-overdue re-watch, it's currently a hit on streaming.

Miss Congeniality was recently added to Netflix, and flew up the streamer's Top 10 most popular movies of the week list. At the time of writing, Miss Congeniality is the 4th most popular movie on Netflix. The film sits behind Amy Schumer's latest comedy, Kinda Pregnant, in 1st, with The Menu and Back in Action in 2nd and 3rd, respectively. Released in 2000, Miss Congeniality was directed by Donald Petrie,...

Hallmark is filming a new trilogy of time-travel movies [Image AI via ImagineArt]

Judging from the success of The Way Home, which has recently launched its third season, Hallmark is now filming another time-travel series.

However, rather than a TV show with episodes, Providence Falls starts out as a trilogy of movies, centered on a time-travel romance

Hallmark is filming Providence Falls in Vancouver

According to a report on Hollywood North Buzz, Hallmark has started filming a new time-travel trilogy of movies, Province Falls, in Vancouver, Canada. Meanwhile, the new movies are based on Judy Deveraux and Tara Sheets’ novels, Chance of a Lifetime, An Impossible Promise and Thief of Fate. Filming started on January 13 and is set to continue through March 7, 2025.

Meanwhile, Amazon’s page on the trilogy of books describes them as an “Outlander meets The Lake House love story. The description reads:

A rogue thief in 1840s Ireland is sent by...

Spoiler Alert !!!This article contains minor spoilers from Severance Season 02 Episode 01.

A work-life balance? What’s that? Created by Dan Erickson, Severance is a story about a Dystopian world where employees have to sever their work memories from their personal life. Sounds pretty damn interesting if you ask us and the millions obsessed with the series. Now, the sci-fi psychological thriller is back with a second season and it has brought a beloved Hollywood A-lister along the ride.

Keanu Reeves as John Wick | Credits: Summit Entertainment

The man who effortlessly brought John Wick to life with his charisma was spotted in Severance season 2 but there is a good chance that you may have missed his cameo. Yes, we are talking about none other than the one and only, Keanu Reeves.

Keanu Reeves’ uncredited cameo in Severance season 2 A still from Severance season 2 episode 1 | Credits: Apple TV+

If you are a fan of the show,...

The first episode of "Severance" season 2 had the unenviable task of following the show's spectacular season 1 finale, and instead of instantly providing answers, it immerses viewers back into some of the key mysteries established in season 1. The whole episode takes place within the Lumon office, with no glimpses at the outside world or what the characters there may be getting up to. The only clues we get are through exposition given to Mark S. (Adam Scott) and the rest of the gang, who are told that their temporary escape at the end of season 1 made them famous and has led to major reforms in working conditions for severed employees.

The events of the season 1 finale are recapped in an animated corporate instructional video, which is shown to the Macrodata Refinement (or Mdr) team after they all return to the office. Anyone who's seen "The Matrix" or "John Wick" likely perked...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is at it again, and this time, it’s pulling out the big guns with The Fantastic Four: First Steps. With a release date set for July 25, 2025, we’re finally getting a reboot that actually gives these iconic superheroes a shot at redemption.

Fantastic Four: First Steps poster (Credits: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

Matt Shakman, fresh off WandaVision, is leading the charge. And with a star-studded cast, Marvel’s stepping into uncharted territory. From Pedro Pascal’s sharp brilliance to Julia Garner’s cosmic charm, these actors are all set to craft iconic legacies.

Get ready to watch them make waves in the MCU like never before. But before we plunge into their superhero escapades, let’s take a moment to appreciate how far they’ve come.

Pedro Pascal Pedro Pascal in The Last of Us (Credits: HBO)

Pedro Pascal has a knack for awe-inspiring roles.

After a heartbreaking luck in romance—being cheated on by former husband Jesse James, and losing her longtime partner Bryan Randall to Als—Sandra Bullock is reportedly planning to start dating again. Sources close to the Oscar winner have revealed her plans to find a partner and even discussed her choice of men.

Sandra Bullock in Demolition Man (1993) | image: Warner Bros.

Meanwhile, although Sandra Bullock’s alleged desire to find love should have been good news for fans, it turned into a rather depressing one for those who had been rooting for her to date Keanu Reeves. Despite time being in favor of Bullock, Reeves’ current relationship became an obstacle for fans who had been daydreaming about the Speed alums becoming a couple in real life.

Sandra Bullock is reportedly ready to start dating again, after the death of her former partner

Often having short-lived romances with Hollywood icons like Matthew McConaughey,...

The following contains spoilers for Superman & Lois Season 4, Episode 10, "It Went By So Fast," now available on the CW app.

When fans saw Superman & Lois spun off from the Supergirl series, many wondered if the show would live up to expectations, especially in terms of action. While these shows had limited budgets compared to DC movies, luckily, the series delivered visually pleasing spectacles.

The fourth and final season of Superman & Lois kept that momentum going, as there were many stunning and emotive fights. Here is a detailed breakdown of the best fights and why they resonated so deeply.

Doomsday Brutally Killed Superman Season 4, Episode 1, "The End & the Beginning"

In the Season 4 premiere, fans learned the fate of Tyler Hoechlin's Clark Kent. He fought Doomsday in space and on the moon. Sadly, as much as Superman showed resilience, he couldn't muster enough of a fightback.

Doomsday brought him down to Earth,...

The original launched Keanu Reeves as an action star, but he passed on Speed 2 with good reason. While he had fronted Point Break a few years earlier, it was Speed that transformed Reeves into an action lead. The movie's success led to all the Keanu Reeves action movies that followed, but he was wise enough to pass on 1997's Speed 2: Cruise Control when it was offered. This saw Sandra Bullock return as Annie, with Jason Patric replacing Reeves as new hero Alex as the couple become trapped on a cruise ship seized by a vengeful hacker.

Speed 2 was a critical and commercial disaster, and sits at only 4% on Rotten Tomatoes and it barely recouped its budget. Bullock has confessed more than once that Cruise Control was a huge mistake, while Reeves appeared like a genius for passing on it. That's not to say his decision didn't come...

Exclusive: Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner David Auburn (Proof) has been tapped to write a new draft of Another Round, the English-language remake of Thomas Vinterberg’s Oscar-winning Danish drama from 2020, which has Chris Rock on board to direct.

Rock joined the project in January, as we were first to report. At the time, he had a draft in hand from Stuart Blumberg but was looking for another writer with which to partner. We’re told Auburn landed the job after a long search, beating out maybe 200 scribes in the process.

Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way Productions secured the remake rights to Another Round shortly after the film landed the Best International Feature prize at the Academy Awards. We’re told that the project is picking up steam now that Auburn is involved, though Rock did just sign on to direct and star in Misty Green, a Hollywood drama for which he wrote the script,...

New casting information has been revealed for the third season of The Wheel of Time. The news comes months ahead of the show's return to Prime Video on March 13, 2025.

It has been officially announced that Shohreh Aghdashloo has joined the cast of The Wheel of Time, set to appear in the show's upcoming third season. It's the next big role for Aghdashloo following her recent appearance in the hit HBO series The Penguin, the spinoff of The Batman. In the series, Aghdashloo played Nadia Maroni, the wife of mob boss Salvatore Maroni (Clancy Brown) who met a fiery end courtesy of Oz Cobb (Colin Farrell).

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Guy Ritchie's next movie, Wife & Dog, adds two MCU veterans and one of the leading stars of the Prime Video series The Wheel of Time to its cast.

Aside with her role in The Penguin, Aghdashloo has garnered acclaim for her other on-screen work.

New films arriving to Hulu in the month of December include those that came out in 2024 like Cuckoo, The Inheritance, Storm Crashers, Summer Camp, Flycatcher and more. Christmas favorite Elf arrived on the streamer at the end of November ahead of the holiday season, and Miracle on 34th Street (1994) started streaming on Hulu Dec. 1. Ben Stiller’s new film Nutcrackers also provides a more modern Christmas story.

Beloved classic films coming to Hulu this moth include Cheaper By the Dozen and Cheaper By the Dozen 2, Cast Away and all four Twilight films among others. Ridley Scott’s first Gladiator film will be available to stream starting Dec. 2.

Find the full list of what’s new on Hulu this December 2024 below:

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There’s really no experience in gaming at the moment that is more unique than the Remedy Connected Universe (Rcu), weaving psychological horror with the studio’s love for the zany into a shared narrative web.

Agent Estevez in Alan Wake 2’s The Lake House Dlc – Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment.

But while this connected universe continues to grow with multiple games, movies, and TV shows on the way, another such universe may be forming very subtly under our noses. With Sam Lake showcasing how such narrative projects can work in gaming, it’s time for Hidetaka Miyazaki and FromSoftware to fully embrace their own shared universe as well.

What’s the current state of Sam Lake’s Remedy Connected Universe? The First Responders in Fbc: Firebreak – Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment.

Okay, we know what got you from that intro, but before we get into the FromSoftware stuff, let’s...

A Keanu Reeves crime thriller has become a streaming success six years later. Reeves is a divisive actor who achieved success after his breakthrough role in the 1989 time travel comedy Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure and became a superstar after leading the Wachowskis' 1999 sci-fi blockbuster The Matrix. His performance style has been divisive, as he has earned nine Razzie award nominations, followed by a Razzie Redeemer Award nomination and a spot at No. 4 on the New York Times' list of the greatest actors of the 21st century.

While he is best known for his action roles in titles such as Speed, the Matrix franchise, and the John Wick franchise, Keanu Reeves movies have taken on a huge variety of genres. This includes starring opposite his Speed co-star Sandra Bullock in the time travel romance The Lake House, playing Jonathan Harker in the Francis Ford Coppola horror movie Bram Stoker's Dracula,...

During Remedy Entertainment’s Capital Markets Day, it was revealed that its upcoming game, Control 2, will be an action RPG, unlike its predecessor, Control, which was an action-adventure game. Remedy Entertainment had a great year, thanks to the success of Alan Wake 2, but this is just the beginning as it has laid out a plan that is inspired by Marvel Studios.

2019’s Control was an action-adventure game (Image via Remedy Entertainment)

Last month, Remedy revealed Fbc: Firebreak, the studio’s first multiplayer game. Now, the studio plans to integrate Alan Wake, Control, and Firebreak into one universe, creating an McU-like interconnected universe. What Remedy is trying to create here is indeed unique and it makes us wonder why other video game publishers never tried to create something like this.

Remedy Entertainment Gave Fans A Major Update About Control 2

During an investors presentation, Remedy Entertainment revealed that Control 2 will be an action RPG,...

The Alan Wake fandom seems to be getting increasingly creative with each passing day, and this fan-made film proves that the game has managed to attract an amazing set of players.

It is high time we see a film adaptation of Alan Wake. Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment

Alan Wake is a game that can easily be turned into a film. Since it is a narrative-driven game, it is relatively easier to adapt it for the screen, which makes it even more enticing to do it.

Alan Wake’s Live Action Is Something That We Did Not Know We Wanted The fan-made live-action adaptation of the game seems to be doing justice to the game. Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment

A fan-made Alan Wake live-action film has surfaced on the internet, taking everyone by surprise. MrPrid on Reddit shared the film clip, which looks extremely well made and professional.

The film needs...

Sandra Bullock sent fans into a frenzy when she admitted her massive crush on Keanu Reeves—and her absolute fear of taking it further. Yeah, they had crazy chemistry in Speed, but Bullock was all nerves when it came to getting up close and personal with Hollywood’s favorite heartthrob. She was practically starstruck!

Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves in Speed | Credits: Mark Gordon Company

Her shy side gave their on-screen spark an extra kick, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats. While fans were crossing their fingers for a real-life romance, Bullock kept those feelings tucked away, leaving us all wondering about the ultimate what-if.

Sandra Bullock’s Nerves on Reuniting with Crush Keanu Reeves in The Lake House Sandra Bullock as Kate Forster and Keanu Reeves as Alex Wyler in The Lake House | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

Sandra Bullock once hilariously confessed, “I’m not ready to do this,...

Since its release almost a year ago, Alan Wake 2 has drawn people in with its cerebral narrative, oppressive atmosphere, and experimental approach to game design. It has earned tremendous praise and cultivated a cult-like following along the way.

Alex Casey in Alan Wake 2 – Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment.

Unfortunately, the game continues to face an uphill financial battle and be somewhat of a burden to Remedy. That said, however, there is a chance that the studio’s upcoming collaboration with Annapurna could finally be the saving grace it—and the larger connected universe—so desperately needs.

Only Annapurna’s Alan Wake Adaptation Can Save Remedy From Its Financial Woes Agent Kiran Estevez in The Lake House Dlc – Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment.

Let’s address all the money talk first. So, Remedy’s newest financial report, covering the company’s earnings from January to September, has revealed that Alan Wake 2 has still...

Way back in August, Remedy had revealed in its financial report that Alan Wake II, despite all of its acclaim and awards, had yet to turn a profit for the developer. Flash forward to the latest financial earnings report, and things are a little better, as Alan Wake II has nearly recouped its development and marketing expenses.

While it’s still a ways off from finally giving the developer some earnings, there’s still good news as a whole for Remedy. The report highlights revenue growth of 128.6% between July and September 2024, generating €17.9 million compared to 2023’s €7.8 million in the same period. That in turn offsets the increased development fees, which were primarily driven by a Control 2 related one-time payment from Annapurna (which is working with Remedy to bring Alan Wake and Control to TV and film), as well as higher development fees from the in-development Max Payne 1&2 Remake and Control...

Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock can easily be two of the most bankable actors in the Hollywood business, with several well-acclaimed movies. But other than that, they also share a very beautiful, decades-long friendship. The duo crossed each other’s paths while working on the 1994 release Speed and have been friends ever since.

They also collaborated for a second time in the 2006 movie The Lake House, and fans wondered if there was something more to this friendship. Not so surprisingly, their camaraderie could have turned into something more in the midst of the movie, but the timing was just not right.

Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock in The Lake House | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

So, they focused on being friends instead and are now, after several years, closer than ever. In this article, we will take a deeper look at the movies that they starred in together and what they...

When Alan Wake 2 first launched almost a year ago, it felt as though Remedy was all set for this generation, having created one of the greatest horror games of our time. But, a year later, Sam Lake’s horror masterpiece is facing a more mundane nightmare of our own reality: money, or more specifically, the lack of it.

Wake exploring the New York rooftops – Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment.

Unfortunately, despite critical acclaim and a recent boost from The Lake House Dlc, the game has yet to generate any tangible profits for the company. For a title like Alan Wake 2, with all the decisions Remedy was forced to make with it, this lack of profitability is a bit like a jump scare we all saw coming from a mile away.

Alan Wake 2‘s Sales Continue to Lag, and the game is yet to generate profits Kiran Estevez in The Lake House Dlc – Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment.

Remedy Entertainment’s Alan Wake 2 was one of the standout titles of 2023. It captivated players and critics with its immersive storytelling, haunting visuals, and intricate gameplay mechanics. Despite this acclaim, the game struggled to achieve the commercial success that many anticipated. It faced challenges in capturing a broad audience, leading to disappointing sales figures that didn’t reflect its critical reception.

Players are enjoying the latest expansion released for the beloved game. | Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment

Recently, Remedy released a new Dlc for the game called The Lake House which is set against the backdrop of the eerie Cauldron Lake. This expansion delves into themes of creativity, exploitation, and the often painful relationship between art and profit. It seems that Remedy is reflecting on its own journey, which was marked by both artistic ambition and the harsh realities of the gaming market.

Navigating Themes of Creativity and Corporate Greed in...

The scary element of Remedy Entertainment’s Alan Wake 2 is certainly much higher than its predecessor. It seems like Remedy has focused a lot on providing fans with a proper spine-chilling experience, in fact, the studio added a small creepy detail that many fans may not have even noticed.

Alan Wake 2 is much scarier than its predecessor, Alan Wake (Image via Remedy Entertainment)

In the game, the areas where players are not looking often change, particularly during jumpscares. Initially, many players new to horror games thought this was a bug, but it is a deliberate addition to give players a proper psychological horror experience. One of the game’s directors recently talked about this small gameplay element, also admitting that the studio might have “overdid” a bit in terms of its jump scares.

Kyle Rowley Talked About Alan Wake 2‘s Tiny Yet Creepy Detail

Kyle Rowley, one of the directors...

Alan Wake 2, the long-anticipated sequel to the 2010 psychological horror title, debuted in October 2023. The game follows two interconnected storylines involving novelist Alan Wake and FBI agent Saga Anderson. The game was met with enthusiasm from critics and players alike, shipping over 1.3 million units by February 2024.

Alan Wake 2 truly redefined what a horror game could look like. (Image via Remedy Entertainment)

One of the biggest talking points about Alan Wake 2 was the flashing images that developer Remedy sneaked from time to time, showing us that the monsters haunt the game and sometimes Alan himself. Even though Remedy’s boss believes the studio over-delivered on such scenes, the entire point of such a horror game is to keep us on our toes.

Alan Wake 2 Was Always Meant to be a “Mental Assault” For Gamers

Even though Remedy Entertainment’s Alan Wake 2 was a smash hit and a game to remember in the industry,...

Alan Wake 2’s second and last Dlc, The Lake House, is out. The expansion is a key piece in Remedy Entertainment’s interconnected universe. This new Dlc for the beloved game brings closure to the Alan Wake saga and lays the groundwork for future stories in the Control franchise.

The Lake House is going to set up more in the Rcu | Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment

Remedy’s approach to world-building and storytelling across its games allows The Lake House to act as both a standalone experience and a bridge to Control’s highly anticipated sequel. But while it could be a connector to Control 2, there’s potential for Remedy to explore entirely new directions.

Alan Wake 2‘s Dlc is Laying The Groundwork For Remedy’s Future

Set in a Federal Bureau of Control (Fbc) outpost, The Lake House introduces Agent Kieran Estevez from Alan Wake 2’s main story as the protagonist.

One of the things that makes Alan Wake 2 a masterpiece is its ability to juggle multiple tones. It’s a dark detective story. It’s a metafictional surrealist horror story. It’s got humor, scares, and even a full-on musical number. Remedy flexed their tonal muscles earlier this year with Alan Wake 2’s first Dlc, Night Springs, giving us three separate Elseworld-style stories all with their own thematic focus. These were charming little tales, but it feels like The Lake House, the game’s second and final Dlc, is the more substantial follow-up that fans of both Alan Wake and Control have been waiting for.

The story of The Lake House fills in some gaps in the main Alan Wake 2 narrative, showing how the Federal Bureau of Control ended up in Bright Falls when Alan returned. You play as the returning Agent Kieran Estevez, played by Janina Gavankar, who comes...

Coinciding with the release of The Lake House Dlc today, Alan Wake II is also receiving the free Anniversary Update that add various quality-of-life features to the game, including platform-specific updates and a “Gameplay Assist” menu with various toggles. In addition, developer Remedy has revealed details on the PlayStation 5 Pro enhancements coming to Alan Wake II ahead of the console’s release on November 7.

One of the most requested options included in the Anniversary Update is the ability to invert the X (horizontal) axis on the mouse and controller, and not just the Y (vertical) axis. Meanwhile, PlayStation players have had the DualSense controller updated to include gyro aiming support. You can turn the motion sensor function on and off, as well as tweak horizontal and vertical sensitivity, set gyro space, and choose whether your pitch, yaw, and roll directions are standard or inverted.

In addition to the gyro aiming,...

Remedy Entertainment is ensuring that Alan Wake 2‘s first anniversary is special as the studio will roll out a special anniversary update. Remedy has announced that this special update will feature many changes and improvements based on community feedback. With this update, Remedy plans to make the game much more immersive, with enhanced haptic feedback and accessibility options.

Alan Wake 2 is getting a special anniversary update (Image via Remedy Entertainment)

That’s not all. On the same day, the game’s second and final expansion, The Lake House, will be released, setting up the game’s perfect one-year anniversary. In the Dlc, players will be able to control Fbc agent Kiran Estevez, witnessing the true horror side of Alan Wake 2 as players explore Lake House, a Federal Bureau of Control-run research facility.

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Alan Wake 2 fans are eagerly awaiting the highly-anticipated release of the Lake House Dlc. This Dlc promises to expand on the well-received sequel, giving players the opportunity to play as Fbc agent Kiran Estevez to navigate the nightmare of the Lake House. Since the release of Alan Wake 2, players have been treated with lots of additional content, such as the first Dlc, Night Springs.

Remedy Entertainment released the trailer for The Lake House Dlc, in which indicates that it will be an incredibly sinister and spooky experience for players to sink their teeth into. The trailer also implies that this expansion will take place either before or during the events of the base game. As the release date approaches, the hype around the expansion has increased. Here is when players will be able to get their hands on The Lake House Dlc.

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The survival horror genre is having a fantastic year so far. Major franchises have released anticipated games and newer titles shaking up the genre. In October alone, Konami’s Silent Hill 2 Remake has been the talk of the town, so to speak. But Remedy Entertainment and Alan Wake 2 are about to release some peak content.

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Remedy Entertainment is only a few days away from rising to the challenge though. The Lake House Dlc for Alan Wake 2 has been confirmed for an October 22 release date. With the Dlc aiming to bring back the classic horror vibe of Alan Wake and possibly setting up Control 2, you can bet fans are excited.

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Wonder no more as to when Alan Wake II‘s second Dlc arrives, as The Lake House will drop on October 22 for PC via the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series. Epic Games and Remedy made the reveal during the Xbox Partners event, along with a new launch trailer for the Dlc.

Once again, Remedy is keeping the story vague in regards to The Lake House. In this new Dlc, players will take control of Agent Estevez, who has come to the eponymous facility to investigate mysterious happenings. The Lake House is a mysterious facility set up on the shores of Cauldron Lake by the Federal Bureau of Control to conduct secret research, but something has gone wrong.

Agent Estevez will explore the twisted sub-levels of the Lake House as you descend into a harrowing survival horror experience, where the realities of the Pacific Northwest and the Dark Place collide once again.

Remedy Entertainment is ready to drop The Lake House, the second Dlc for Alan Wake 2. Fans of the survival horror can prepare to revisit Bright Falls on October 22, 2024, according to the latest leaked dates. According to early screenshots, we might be returning to a classic Alan Wake horror experience.

We’re going back to the horror roots with this Dlc. | Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment

Unlike the light-hearted tone of the previous Night Springs Dlc, The Lake House seems to be returning to the dark, psychological horror that defines the series. With Remedy recently promoting its Interconnected Universe, the upcoming Dlc could also potentially bridge the gap to Control 2.

Alan Wake 2‘s Dlc Will Take Us Back To The Roots

Set alongside the events of the main game, The Lake House introduces Federal Bureau of Control (Fbc) agent Kiran Estevez as the new playable protagonist. Estevez, who was a secondary character...

Sandra Bullock is no stranger to Hollywood, having starred in many movies, from comedies to thrillers, and dramas to romantic films. Although most of the 60-year-old’s films have been successful, some have been seen as completely nonsensical yet hilarious hits. But even an A-list actress like her isn’t immune to the occasional jab about her projects.

Sandra Bullock in The Lost City | Credits: Paramount Pictures

In fact, during an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the actress was playfully taken aback when the host jokingly called her 2022 movie, The Lost City, “stupid” before calling it amazing. Although he believed it was a compliment, Bullock had to pull his leg before she agreed with the 60-year-old.

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Over the years, Sandra Bullock has been known for some iconic films like Speed, Miss Congeniality, The Lake House, and more. However, in recent years,...

Alan Wake 2 fans have waited nearly a year to finish up the game's extended story and based on a recent leak, it seems that they'll soon be able to conclude the sequel's mysterious narrative. Alan Wake 2 has already treated fans to an extra dose of content with the Night Springs Dlc and while that was a fun distraction within the creative mind of the titular protagonist, the upcoming chapter The Lake House promises to answer more questions. Remedy Entertainment has largely kept quiet about the continued story, but all will soon come to light.

Over on X (formerly Twitter), user PlotPointsYT shared an image for a listing of Alan Wake 2: Deluxe Edition which specifies that The Lake House will arrive on October 22. That's less than five days from the time of writing, making Remedy's silence on the launch date a little odd. Having said that, the studio shadow-dropped the Night Springs Dlc,...

Fans of Remedy Entertainment’s Alan Wake 2 have waited for the release of The Lake House Dlc. And according to a new leak, the time is almost here. According to listings on New Zealand and Australian retailer sites, The Lake House Dlc is set to release on October 22, 2024.

The first Dlc did well and this one should too. | Image Credit: Remedy Entertainment

With the Silent Hill 2 remake launching just a few days earlier, fans of survival horror are racing against time to wrap up one horror experience before starting another. The upcoming Dlc will build on the original game and potentially even be related to Control.

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The leak was first spotted on the Eb Games website by PlotPointsYT who shared it on X (formerly Twitter). The listing on Eb Games says that The Lake House Dlc would...

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When Remedy Entertainment decided it was time for another twisted and gripping narrative about a troubled protagonist, Alan Wake 2 came to light. The psychological horror title is a sequel that explores Alan Wake’s journey as a writer and storyteller. Thanks to the Night Springs and The Lake House DLCs, the game feels like an ever-evolving tale to be told around a campfire in a dark (preferably haunted) forest.

If you’ve been enjoying horror games for a while now, perhaps it’s time to dive into something deeper. Something that’s not just an experience filled with jumpscare clichés and predictable plot lines. This one’s a game that feels like Remedy Entertainment’s dive into Alan Wake’s many stories as it clutches onto the remaining fragments of a broken mind.

Note: there are no spoilers for the story.