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If you were a struggling actor in the U.K. in the early 2010s, odds are you probably auditioned for "Game of Thrones." Set in the epic world created by George R.R. Martin and considered one of the best fantasy shows of all time, the series showcased an expansive roster of widely beloved (and horribly loathsome) characters. That cast included all-time greats of British film and theater, like Sean Bean and Charles Dance, as well as future stars like Emilia Clarke and Kit Harington.

However, as with any popular show, many actors auditioned or were offered parts that never materialized, or perhaps not in the way they had anticipated. From future A-listers who HBO unbelievably rejected to big names the show wasn't able to convince to be a part of the pop culture phenomenon, these are 15 actors who were almost cast on "Game of Thrones," but thankfully, for the actors...

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Welcome along to another look through all the big departures scheduled from Netflix in the United States. Below, you’ll find the most comprehensive guide to everything set to leave the streamer in the US, whether that’s the handful of Netflix Originals leaving, one of the Sony Pictures or Illumination first window movies, or the other licensed titles set to depart.

As always, if you’re wondering why any of the movies and series below are set to leave, the reason is pretty simple. Netflix essentially rents most of its library from other providers. Whether it’s major studios like Sony Pictures, Universal, or Warner Bros, Netflix will only hang onto some of their movies from anywhere from a month up to a few years. This even extends to Netflix Originals, where we’ve seen dozens depart in recent years, and...

Rosamund Pike, the Academy Award nominee who has starred in films like Gone Girl, Saltburn and TV shows like State of the Union, recalls a very uncomfortable situation she had to go through when auditioning for a part in the James Bond movieDie Another Day. During the audition, Pike was asked to strip, but stood her ground and refused to do it unless they guaranteed that the part was hers. Ultimately, she was cast as a Bond girl, but she strongly recalls the distressing audition for what became her Hollywood breakthrough.

Speaking to Harper's Bazaar UK about her career, Pike described her experience when landing a role in the action franchise about the international spy. "I'd never been to America until I went with Bond. Doing the press tour was mind-blowing, a magic-carpet ride," the actor said. However, she also offers some details about the James Bond audition, a shocking...

In celebration of 2005’s unforgettable classic, Focus Features and The Langham Huntington in Pasadena are hosting a Pride & Prejudice20th Anniversary Ball, and ScreenRant is pleased to exclusively announce a featured performance by renowned pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet. As a soloist on Dario Marianelli's beloved original movie score, Thibaudet will bring the Regency era to life through his reprisal of the musical pieces that so moved audiences in theaters.

Marianelli received an Oscar nomination for Pride & Prejudice’s original score, which Thibaudet was instrumental in bringing to life for the film. Now, he will do the same inside a historic The Langham ballroom, playing “Dawn” and other iconic tracks that recall epic moments from the Jane Austen adaptation. In addition to the live music, the ball will host other entertainers and regale guests with immersive elements that help them step into the world of Joe Wright’s 2005 film adaptation.

Joe Wright’s buzzy eight-part drama series “Mussolini: Son of the Century” has finally found a home, as Mubi will be distributing the show on its streaming service later this year. The global distributor and production company has acquired the North American rights for the series, which premiered at the 81st Venice Film Festival; Mubi will also handle the release of the series in Latin America, Belgium, Luxembourg, Turkey, India, and New Zealand in a multi-territory deal with Fremantle.

“Mussolini: Son of the Century” was adapted from Antonio Scurati’s bestselling trilogy of the same name, and charts the rise of fascist dictator Benito Mussolini as he served as Prime Minister of Italy from 1922 to 1943. Luca Marinelli portrays the infamous ruler.

“Pride & Prejudice,” “Darkest Hour,” and “Cyrano” director Wright makes his return to TV more than 20 years after helming 2003 BBC One series “Charles II: The Power and the Passion.

Rosamund Pike’s Top Picks from the Criterion Closet: The Criterion Collection has been the gold standard for film lovers across the globe for more than four decades, scrupulously restoring and distributing classic and contemporary masterpieces with exceptional care. Revered for its steadfast commitment to presenting movies as close as possible to their makers’ vision, Criterion has, over the years, secured a special place in the hearts and minds of cinephiles, turning every movie-watching act into an immersive, profound one. Yet, in recent years, it’s not just their immaculate restoration that has enthralled audiences—it’s an intimate, warm video series called Closet Picks that has stolen the spotlight.

Snug in Criterion’s New York City office lies a cozy, homey space—a closet brimmed with each and every film the company has released. In Closet Picks, this modest space unfolds into a stage where directors, actors, and luminaries...

UK-Ireland top five, May 2-4, 2025 RankFilm (origin)DistributorMay 2-4 grossTotalWeek 1 Thunderbolts* (US) Disney £5m £7.8m 1 2 Sinners (US)

Warner Bros £2.5m £11.3m 3 3 A Minecraft Movie (US)

Warner Bros £2.1m £54.1m 5 4 The Accountant 2 (US)

Warner Bros £636,852 £1.9m 2 5 Until Dawn (US)

Sony £331,788 £1.3m 2

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Disney’s Thunderbolts* struck top spot at the UK-Ireland Bank Holiday weekend box office, with a £5m Friday-to-Sunday opening, as Ryan Coogler’s Sinners continued to soar.

Playing in 668 locations, Thunderbolts* took a £7,446 average. Including previews and Monday 5 screenings, the film – which was ‘retitled’ The New Avengers this weekend in a marketing stunt – has £7.8m.

Jane Austen is one of the best and most beloved (female) authors of all time. Her novels, which blended romance and drama with intelligent social satire, have become timeless classics that are beloved even today.

Among her novels, Pride and Prejudice is a very special one as it has inspired numerous authors and readers all over the world. We’ve had numerous adaptations, and Netflix is working on a new series inspired by the book right now.

In 2005, though, a theatrical adaptation by Joe Wright appeared. The movie, starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen, was a major hit at the time and it has recently been re-released in theaters.

Related: Jack Lowden Tipped for Mr. Darcy Role in Netflix’s Upcoming ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Series

When released at the time, the movie was received well by everyone. And while it lacked the period authenticity of the famous 1995 TV series, it...

A beloved 20-year-old romance movie just had a theatrical re-release, and it managed to become a box office hit for a second time. Theatrical re-releases are nothing new, and older films have historically been a way for studios to make money as audiences flock to the cinema to see some of their favorite movies a second, third, or even fourth time. However, the trend has been somewhat less consistent in recent decades with the rise of home video and eventually the advent of streaming.

Theatrical movies have been struggling across the board in the 2020s, and it is becoming increasingly difficult to score a hit. Though there are always major exceptions, the decline of movie theaters has been a topic of discussion within the industry, and a comprehensive solution doesn't seem to be coming any time soon. However, recent theatrical re-releases have been scoring big, and it could be that...

A new 4K restoration of The Rocky Horror Picture Show will return to U.S. theaters this year in recognition of the film’s 50th anniversary. The restoration, led by the Walt Disney Studios Restoration team, includes a frame-by-frame digital scan and a newly mixed Dolby Atmos audio track. It also features a restored version of the original mono audio.

The work took place over a ten-month period, with the team focusing on maintaining the film’s original look while enhancing its image and sound. Kevin Schaeffer, Director of Restoration and Library Management at Disney, said the process was intended to give audiences “stunning picture and sound” while staying faithful to the film’s spirit.

First released in 1975, The Rocky Horror Picture Show is based on a stage musical created by Richard O’Brien, who also co-wrote the film adaptation with director Jim Sharman. The story follows Brad and Janet, a...

“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is ready to do the time warp again. IndieWire can announce that the beloved 1975 cult classic is getting a 4K remastering and theatrical re-release in honor of its 50th anniversary.

Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick star as a straight laced engaged couple who stumble into a castle after their car breaks down during a storm. While there, they become more than well acquainted with their host Dr. Frank-n-Furter, iconically played by Tim Curry. “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” was based on the musical play by Richard O’Brien; director Jim Sharman cowrote the film version with O’Brien, while Michael White and Lou Adler produced.

The film has made history as the longest-running theatrical release of all time with midnight reenactments and sing a longs across the globe.

“When ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ was first released, no one thought it would be around very long let alone…...

“Brokeback Mountain” will return to theaters very soon. Ang Lee’s iconic queer Western is celebrating its 20th anniversary, and Focus Features is bringing the beloved film back to the big screen.

Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal star as two cowboys who have lived with a secret romance. Anne Hathaway and Michelle Williams played their respective wives. The official synopsis reads: “The film follows Ennis Del Mar (Ledger) and Jack Twist (Gyllenhaal), two young men dispatched to work as on the majestic Brokeback Mountain in the summer of 1963. During their experience, Ennis and Jack are drawn into an unexpected lifelong relationship, filled with love and loss and unfolding against the raw beauty and splendor of the American West. The complications, joys, and heartbreak they experience provide a testament to the endurance and power of love.”

“Brokeback Mountain” won Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Director, and Best Original Score, but lost Best Picture to Paul Haggis’ “Crash.

Focus Features is re-releasing their 3x Oscar winner Brokeback Mountain in celebration of the pic’s 20th Anniversary. Special showings start on June 22 and 25.

Directed by Ang Lee and starring Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Anne Hathaway, and Michelle Williams, Brokeback Mountain grossed over $178 million at the global box office. The movie made its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival back in 2005 and was an immediate awards contender that season, and a social barrier breaking movie. Brokeback Mountain follows Ennis Del Mar (Ledger) and Jack Twist (Gyllenhaal), two young cowboys dispatched to work as on the majestic Brokeback Mountain in the summer of 1963. During their experience, Ennis and Jack are drawn into an unexpected lifelong relationship, filled with love and loss.

Brokeback Mountain was nominated for eight Oscars including Best Picture. Brokeback Mountain delivered Ang Lee an Oscar win for Best Director, his second Academy Award after taking home one...

The millennial urge to revisit one's youth is being satisfied in recent months, with a string of theatrical re-releases designed to facilitate just that. This weekend, Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith delivered a haul so massive that it could put new releases to shame. In fact, the film's 20th anniversary re-release outperformed Ben Affleck's The Accountant 2, which made $38 million worldwide as compared to Revenge of the Sith's $42 million haul. But a week before that, Focus Features re-released Pride & Prejudice in celebration of its 20th anniversary, generating about as much as the movie did in its original opening weekend back in 2005.

After 10 days in theaters, Pride & Prejudicehas grossed over $5 million at the domestic box office, taking its domestic haul past the $40 million mark, and its global haul past the $130 million milestone. Directed by Joe Wright, the movie made stars of Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen,...

RankFilm (origin)DistributorApr 25-27 grossTotalWeek 1 A Minecraft Movie (US) Warner Bros £2.5m £51.7m 4 2 Sinners (US) Warner Bros £2.4m £7.3m 2 3 Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge Of The Sith (US) Disney £1.8m £1.8m 1 4 The Accountant 2 (US)

Warner Bros £906,660 £906,660 1 5 Until Dawn (US) Sony £566,028 £566,028 1

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A Minecraft Movie held off the excellent second weekend of Sinners for another Warner Bros one-two at the UK-Ireland box office.

Minecraft added £2.5m on its fourth weekend – a 53% drop that brought it to £51.7m. Extending its lead as the highest-grossing release of 2025, it has now entered the top 50 highest-grossing films of all time in the UK & Ireland,...

For a second consecutive weekend, Sinners held the top spot of the box-office weekend. This weekend, however, was by a considerably larger margin than last weekend’s $4.3 million as it bested the second-place film this weekend by $19.8 million.

In its second weekend of release, Sinners made $45.0 million for Warner Bros. as it raised its two-week total to $122.5 million. Meanwhile, the twentieth anniversary re-release of Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith took second place with $25.2 million over the weekend. This brought the film’s overall gross to $405 million. Debuting in third place with $24.5 million was Amazon MGM Studios’ The Accountant 2. Just behind that, with $22.7 million, was last weekend’s second-place film, A Minecraft Movie, which dropped two spots but has still brought in $380.1 million for Warner Brothers. Debuting in fifth place with $8.0 million was the Screen Gems release Until Dawn.

After climbing to third place last weekend,...

Four years before Tom Hardy was boasting his lavish, long locks as Heathcliff in ITV's 2009 adaptation of Wuthering Heights, the period drama was showcasing one of its best global theatrical exports as Joe Wright's Pride & Prejudice dominated the box office and became one of the 2005's 25 highest-grossing movies internationally. Starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen as the iconic Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, Pride & Prejudice 2005 is perhaps the most famous of the modern adaptations, although, according to a rumor that has swirled for years, it almost looked entirely different.

According to the whispers among Jane Austen and period drama fans, Macfadyen's role as Mr Darcy was almost instead given to Tom Hardy, with the actor's career, although just getting started, already showing the signs of the major leading man that would soon arrive. However, in a recent interview with the Thin Blue Paw Foundation, the man...

Warner Bros The Accountant 2 leads the new releases in UK and Ireland cinemas this weekend as the Ben Affleck-starring crime drama opens in 573 locations.

The sequel is up from its 2016 predecessor which opened in 397 venues. That film had a debut of £1.6m and went on to clear £5m across its run.

Gavin O’Connor returns to direct The Accountant 2, which won the SXSW Headliner audience award earlier this year and sees Affleck return to the role of an autistic accountant for criminal organisations. In the sequel, he uses his unconventional methods to solve the murder of a Treasury chief.

Jane Austen adaptations are nothing new, and with 2025 being the 250th Anniversary of her birth, they have never been more relevant. Thankfully, the year also marks two decades since the theatrical debut of Joe Wright's Pride & Prejudice, sending the movie back into theaters and putting eyes back on Austen's timeless romance tale. Now, thanks to this re-release, Pride & Prejudice's box office haul has hit a brand-new milestone, 20 years on from its first. Officially, Pride & Prejudice has now surpassed the $130 million mark, split between a $42 million domestic total and $88 million in overseas markets.

Pride & Prejudice has surpassed this milestone thanks to a consistent performance in domestic theaters following its initial re-release opening weekend, in which it earned over $2.8 million and finished eighth in the top ten earners. On Monday, April 21, and Tuesday, April 22, Pride & Prejudice earned just shy of $1 million in total, taking...

Warner Bros.’ “A Minecraft Movie” continued its blockbuster run at the U.K. and Ireland box office over the Easter weekend, adding £5.3 million ($7 million) in its third frame, according to Comscore. The video game-inspired hit has now amassed a towering $60.2 million, securing its place as one of the highest-grossing releases of the year so far.

Also from Warner Bros., “Sinners” made a strong debut in second place with $3.2 million. Lionsgate U.K.’s “The Penguin Lessons” opened in third place with $1.4 million. Walt Disney’s “The Amateur” held onto fourth with $1.2 million, pushing its two-week total to $4 million.

A24’s Iraq combat film “Warfare” opened in fifth place with $997,470. Disney’s “Snow White” followed in sixth place with $624,461, bringing its five-week cumulative total to $14 million.

Universal’s stage-to-screen success “Six The Musical” placed seventh with $543,106, and is now at $6.7 million after three weeks. Falling to eighth, Universal’s thriller “Drop...

Jack Black Worldwide Box Office: A Minecraft Movie Beats Kung Fu Panda 2 (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Jack Black’s career box office total experienced a significant boost with the release of A Minecraft Movie. The global total crossed the $10 billion milestone, and the PG game adaptation entered the actor’s top 5 grosser list. Now, it has moved up, solidifying its spot on the list. Scroll below for more.

Black is a vibrant and highly entertaining actor, celebrated for his energetic performances, sharp comedic timing, and musical flair. He combines exaggerated physical comedy with heartfelt emotion, allowing him to shine in comedic and more touching roles. His highest-grossing film is also the videogame-based movie The Super Mario Bros Movie, which has earned over $1.36 billion globally.

Jack Black starrer A Minecraft Movie collected magnificent numbers on its 3rd three-day weekend, registering 5th biggest third weekend ever for April releases in the US.

Sinners North America Box Office: Opening Weekend Actuals Update (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ryan Coogler’s original horror, Sinners, beat several sequels at the box office in North America on its opening weekend. The weekend actuals have been reported, and they are significantly higher than the initial numbers. Michael B. Jordan is being widely praised for his performance in this vampire story. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The film debuted at the US box office at #1, beating Jason Momoa’s A Minecraft Movie. Released over the Easter weekend, it beat Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore’s $42.15 million to become the 7th biggest opening weekend during Easter. It is right behind Clash of the Titans’ $61.23 million debut weekend collection.

According to Luiz Fernando‘s report, Ryan Coogler-helmed Sinners earned $3 million more than its initially reported opening weekend of $45.6 million in North America. After the weekend actuals came in, the actual figure surged to $48 million.

Talk about a diverting way to spend an afternoon. While there may not have been a special edition popcorn bucket in sight or any livestock in attendance, this weekend’s much-anticipated 20th anniversary re-release of Joe Wright’s “Pride & Prejudice” made for a most pleasurable afternoon at the cinema.

And while this writer turned out for a Friday afternoon screening on the Upper West Side — all the better to watch the beloved Jane Austen adaptation alongside a like-minded crowd who simply couldn’t wait for a Saturday or Sunday screening — she was hardly alone in her endeavors.

While Ryan Coogler’s also crowd-pleasing “Sinners” topped the weekend’s box office for its opening and droves of chicken jockey-ing moviegoers are still turning out for “A Minecraft Movie,” Wright’s Keira Knightley- and Matthew Macfadyen-starring gem held its own. The film made an estimated $2.7 million over the weekend,...

Pride & Prejudice Re-Release North America Box Office: Opening Weekend Update ( Photo Credit – Amazon )

Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen starrer epic romance Pride & Prejudice was re-released in North America this week. Its re-issue opening weekend collection is on par with the debut weekend collection of when it originally came out. The period romance was a critical and commercial success, and it is now adding more revenue to its already impressive global total. Scroll below for more.

The historical romance was released in 2005 and directed by Joe Wright in his directorial debut. The movie is based on Jane Austen’s 1813 novel of the same name, and there have been several other adaptations of the novel. But Wright’s version is probably the most popular one. It features Keira and Matthew in the leading roles of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy. In addition, the film also featured Rosamund Pike, Tom Hollander,...

A new film tops the box-office weekend as Sinners debuted in first place taking the top spot by the slim margin of $4.3 million from last weekend’s top film.

In its first weekend of release, the Warner Bros. release of Sinners took in $45.6 million for the studio. This proved to be just enough to edge last weekend’s top film, A Minecraft Movie to second place where it brough in $41.3 million – also for Warner Bros. – in its third weekend of release, lifting its overall total to $344.6 million. Meanwhile, Angel Studios saw its offering of The King of Kings drop a spot to land in third place with $17.3 million in its second weekend of release, bringing its overall total to $45.3 million for the studio. In its second weekend of release, the 20th Century Studios product, The Amateur, fell from third to fourth place where it added $7.2 million, raising its overall total to $27.3 million for the studio.

Sinners not only sank its fangs into the weekend box office, but it surprisingly drew enough blood to even dethrone A Minecraft Movie. The Jason Momoa and Jack Black-led video game adaptation just missed out on repeating at No. 1 for the third weekend in a row, having made an estimated $41.3 million domestically. However, Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan’s vampire flick won the No. 1 spot with an even more impressive opening-weekend take of $45.6 million. Sinners went on to make an additional $15.4 million internationally en route to a worldwide total of $61 million against a $90 million production budget.

Fans and critics alike were bewitched by Coogler and Jordan’s must-see vampire film. Sinners not only boasts a nearly perfect "Certified Fresh" 98% on the Tomatometer, but audiences’ reactions to the scary flick, which have been posted to Rotten Tomatoes, also resulted in a "Verified Hot" 97% Popcornmeter — formerly the Rt audience score.

Twenty years after its release, Pride & Prejudice director Joe Wright is reflecting on the continued presence of his first feature film—a period romance that has found a renewed audience through social media and a theatrical rerelease. As Focus Features brings the 2005 adaptation back to theaters, Wright and the original creative team are revisiting the choices, performances, and artistic methods that gave the film its enduring character.

The film’s unexpected online popularity surprised Wright. “Strange,” “extraordinary,” and “very gratifying” were the words he used to describe seeing his work turned into memes, TikToks, and even iced onto cakes. One of the most widely quoted lines comes from Claudie Blakley’s Charlotte Lucas: “I’m 27 years old. I’ve no money and no prospects. I’m already a burden to my parents. And I’m frightened.” The scene was never in the script. Wright credits Emma Thompson, who...

On the heels of the 20th anniversary of Oscar-nominated Pride & Prejudice, helmer Joe Wright reflected on his Austenian adaptation’s second life in the internet era, calling it “strange” and “kind of extraordinary,” as well as ultimately “very nice, very gratifying.” Particularly, the filmmaker revealed that among the most-discussed and much-memed speeches in the period drama — delivered by Claudie Blakley’s Charlotte Lucas — was improvised by writer Emma Thompson.

Speaking with Mashable, he said, “Deborah Moggach wrote the screenplay and did an amazing, amazing job. And then we asked Emma Thompson to help with a little bit of the dialogue. And I went round to her house, very nervous, with my little briefcase and we walked up onto Hampstead Heath onto a hill. And she said, ‘Sit down, take out your notebook and take notes.’ So as she improvised scenes, I wrote them down. And that was one of...

Joe Wright’s 2005 Pride & Prejudice adaptation is a cinematic gem, weaving Jane Austen’s wit with visceral emotion. Among its standout moments is Charlotte Lucas’ raw, unforgettable speech to Elizabeth Bennet, where she defends her pragmatic engagement to the cringeworthy Mr. Collins with the searing line, cutting deep into a common woman’s heart.

The heartfelt line emphasizes that not everyone has the luxury of chasing romance or sticking to a list of criteria when choosing a life partner. It beautifully contrasts the characters of Charlotte and Elizabeth, showcasing their differing perspectives. Emma Thompson, the talented Oscar-winning writer and actress who enhanced the script, brought a unique flair to the dialogue, largely improvising those iconic moments that resonate so deeply..

Pride & Prejudice lines that made the director “cry” Keira Knightley in Pride & Prejudice (image credit: Universal Pictures)

Emma Thompson, an Austen savant and Oscar winner for Sense and Sensibility,...

Faith-based films drew audiences Easter weekend alongside the re-release of Pride & Prejudice and an anime from GKids in a crowded market that was challenging for traditional indies.

Angel Studios’ animated The King Of Kings is in the no. 3 berth on 3,535 screens with $17.3 million in week 2 for a $45.3 million cume. The Chosen: The Last Supper (Season 5) Part 3, from Fathom Entertainment, also in week 2, grossed $1.8 million for an $11.6 million cum for a no. 9 spot.. Season 5 is now the highest grossing installment of the series, generating $42.4 million at the domestic box office. Parts 1-3 have a projected U.S. weekend of $2.6 million.

GKids’ Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can’t Sing sits at no. 7 on 800 screens with a $2.76 million opening, the anime by studio P.A.Works based on Hatsune Miku: Colorful! mobile game about high school students finding their true feelings through music in an alternate world.

Focus Features’ rerelease of...

The Wheel of Time Season 3 is now streaming on Prime Video in its entirety, and showrunner Rafe Judkins is already looking forward to Season 4. Although it’s yet to be officially renewed, it’s heavily expected that The Wheel of Time will get the chance to come back for a fourth season. The show has been a major hit for Prime Video throughout its first three seasons, even standing with some of the biggest shows on the platform, like Alan Ritchson’s Reacher and Bosch: Legacy. During a recent interview with EW, Judkins spoke about the future of The Wheel of Time, and even mentioned what he thinks gives it a leg up on another iconic fantasy franchise, George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones:

I can say that we've put a lot of pieces in place at the end of season 3 to tell some of the most iconic stories from book six,...

Like the opening act at a live show, the 20th anniversary re-issue of Pride & Prejudice got audiences ready for potential box office fireworks next weekend, when Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith returns to theaters in celebration of its own 20th anniversary. Starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen as Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, the Jane Austen adaptation debuted in 2005. It has since developed quite a reputation as a cult classic, while its two stars’ reputations have grown considerably.

Having generated $2.7 million domestically this weekend — the movie found a spot inside the top 10 list — Pride & Prejudice has passed the $40 million mark in lifetime earnings. Incidentally, it made $2.8 million in its original opening weekend two decades ago. The film’s running domestic haul now stands at $41 million; it made nearly $130 million worldwide against a reported budget of under $30 million. Pride & Prejudice marked Joe Wright’s...

Easter Sunday Am Writethru after Saturday Night post: It’s a win for original movies as Warner Bros’ Sinners has taken the lead at the Easter weekend box office with $45.6M per Warners over the studio’s A Minecraft Movie which is landing in second with $41.3M. Since 2000, this weekend reps the eighth time that Warner Bros has led the Easter weekend box office with an event title after 2010’s Clash of the Titans, 2016’s Batman v. Superman, 2018’s Ready Player One, 2019’s The Curse of La Llorona, 2021’s Godzilla v. Kong, 2022’s Fantastic Beasts 3, last year’s Godzilla x Kong and now Sinners. Let the record show that Warner Bros with both titles contributed 64% of the entire weekend’s box office. Among all Easter weekend openings, Sinners ranks 9th.

This comes after a better-than-expected Saturday of $16.5M for the Ryan Coogler directed, Michael B. Jordan starring vampire pic, down...

El gigante de streaming ya ha encontrado a su Sr Darcy, su Elizabeth Bennet y su Sra Bennet. © Universal Pictures

La próxima adaptación de Orgullo y prejuicio de Netflix confirma a su trío protagonista: Jack Lowden será el nuevo señor Darcy, Emma Corrin dará vida a Elizabeth Bennet y Olivia Colman encarnará a la señora Bennet.

La miniserie, compuesta por seis episodios, estará escrita por Dolly Alderton (Everything I Know About Love) y dirigida por Euros Lyn (Heartstopper). Desde la plataforma prometen una «adaptación fiel y clásica de la novela» de Jane Austen de 1813, que, aseguran, «inspirará a una nueva generación a enamorarse de Austen por primera vez».

Como muchos ya sabrán, en Orgullo y prejuicio la señora Bennet ha criado a sus cinco hijas con el único deseo de encontrar marido. La llegada al vecindario de Charles Bingley, un joven rico y soltero, despierta el interés de las hermanas...

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the cult classic romance film, “Pride & Prejudice” will return to theaters nationwide.

Keira Knightley’s Elizabeth “Lizzy” Bennet and Mathew Macfadyen’s Mr. Darcy are set to captivate audiences new and old with their torrid love affair nearly two decades since their film adaptation of Jane Austen’s 1813 novel.

Focus Features is re-releasing the Academy Award-nominated film in theaters nationwide for a limited engagement, beginning Friday, April 18.

Last week Netflix announced an Emma Corrin-led “Pride & Prejudice” limited series. The six-part adaptation was written by novelist Dolly Alderton directed by “Heartstopper”‘s Euros Lyn. Olivia Colman will play Mrs. Bennet and Jack Lowden will star opposite Corrin as Mr. Darcy.

For more on how to watch the 2005 “Pride & Prejudice” re-release, keep reading.

Where will it be in theaters?

You can find showtimes and tickets near you on the Focus Features website...

With another summer just around the corner, another ferry to Fire Island could be on the horizon.

Director Andrew Ahn recently revealed there’s “always been conversation about doing a sequel” to his 2022 gay romantic-comedy, which is set at the titular LGBTQ getaway and is loosely inspired by Jane Austen‘s Pride & Prejudice.

“I don’t know if a real concrete idea has been formed yet, but there are things in the ether,” he told Entertainment Weekly.

Ahn noted that writer and star Joel Kim Booster “always jokes that it’s going to be like the Sex and the City reboot And Just Like That, where it’s 30 years later and they’re older and gayer. … We’ll see what happens.”

The movie stars Booster as Noah, who enjoys one final trip with his friends to Fire Island while trying to help his best friend Howie (Bowen Yang) hook...

Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice is a classic that has resonated with endless hearts since its inception in 1813. This timeless tale explores themes of love, wit, and society’s restrictions, enchanting readers with iconic moments. The 2005 film adaptation, directed by Joe Wright, beautifully brought this classic Regency romance to life.

With lush visuals and swoon-worthy chemistry between Keira Knightley’s Elizabeth Bennet and Matthew Macfadyen’s Darcy, the moments linger long after the credits roll. Among these is a fleeting, unspoken gesture that has become a cinematic legend: Darcy’s hand flex, a pulse-quickening beat of restrained passion that has sparked memes, fan fervor, and endless rewatches.

Pride & Prejudice director Joe Wright on the famous “Hand Flex” moment Pride & Prejudice “Hnad Flex’ scene/ Credits: Universal Pictures

As a fan, who could forget the heart-melting moment when Mr. Darcy bids farewell to Elizabeth in a classic romantic style? One...

“Pride & Prejudice” director Joe Wright is finally revealing how that now-iconic hand flex came to be. The beloved 2005 Jane Austen adaptation stars Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen as Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. The yearning between the duo is captured most exquisitely by Darcy (Macfadyen) twitching his hand as though reaching toward Elizabeth during the second half of the film.

Wright told THR in honor of the film’s 20-year re-release that the scene was included to show how Darcy and Elizabeth’s “bodies” already realized their inevitable romance before either of them consciously did.

“The hand scene was really a kind of articulation for me of this idea that sometimes our bodies know best,” Wright said, “that our minds might be a little slow to catch up, and that both Darcy and Elizabeth’s bodies, their hands, their whole nervous system, is aware of the importance of that...

Pride & Prejudice, the 2005 classic starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfayden, followed Elizabeth Bennet (Knightley) and Mr. Darcy (Macfayden) as they worked through their pride and prejudice towards each other while simultaneously developing a true love connection.

Leaving the audience with angst, humor-filled moments and period piece fashion that has now become mainstream in the Bridgerton era, director Joe Wright shares with The Hollywood Reporter how he interwove the story’s themes into the movie adaptation.

“We were trying to give an authenticity to the costumes, a sense of how lived-in they were,” he says.

Ahead of its 20th anniversary and theatrical re-release, Wright looks back on bringing the historical looks to life by working with Barbie costume designer Jacqueline Durran, what that famous Darcy hand-flex scene actually meant and how Elizabeth’s feelings and fashion were interconnected in Pride & Prejudice.

Elizabeth’s style and attitude seem less colorful...

The 2025 Academy Awards will live on as an exciting night for first-time nominees. The ceremony saw a handful of veteran actors getting nominated for the first time in their careers, including Demi Moore ("The Substance"), Guy Pearce ("The Brutalist"), and Isabella Rossellini ("Conclave"), and one actor got a big, shocking boost when first-time nominee Mikey Madison won Best Actress for "Anora." But for every new Oscar nominee that comes along each year, there's still a surprising number of talented performers who have yet to be honored by the Academy with even a single nomination. 

Despite being recognized by the Golden Globes, BAFTAs (basically the British Oscars), Screen Actors Guild (SAG), and other distinguished institutions, certain artists just can't seem to get on the Academy's radar. A few famous names received honorary Oscars, despite never getting nominated, while the Academy has completely iced out others with some pretty controversial Oscar snubs.

It’s always interesting to see which films are able to keep up their film festival momentum after buzzy premieres at early-in-the-year fests like Sundance and SXSW. Two to keep an eye on? Cole Webley’s Sundance premiere “Omaha” and Xander Robin’s SXSW crowdpleaser “The Python Hunt,” both of which just notched new wins over the weekend at the 2025 Miami Film Festival.

“The Python Hunt” picked up the Made in Mia Feature Film Award, sponsored by Panavision, which is designed to honor films “of any genre that prominently feature South Florida in their story, setting, and filming location, and best utilize South Florida’s story and theme for universal resonance.” Robin’s film, a documentary about snake-hunters in the Everglades, sure sounds like it fits the bill.

And Webley’s deep-feeling John Magaro-starring family drama, “Omaha,” earned the Jordan Ressler First Feature Award, created by the South Florida...

Benedict Cumberbatch will always be known for his role as Doctor Strange and for playing Sherlock Holmes in the popular TV series, but his next project just got an exciting new look. Vanity Fair has released the first new images from The Roses, the upcoming romantic comedy in which Cumberbatch stars alongside Olivia Colman and Kate McKinnon. The film is a reimagining of the 1989 classic comedy The War of the Roses, and it follows a couple whose marriage crumbles into a catastrophic and hilarious divorce. Cumberbatch and Colman feature on the beach, on a plane, and in other spots from the film in the new images, which also show the first look at other cast members such as Ncuti Gatwa, McKinnon, Allison Janney, and even a shot of director Jay Roach.

The first images of The Roses from Vanity Fair can be found here.

Michael Douglas starred in the original film,...

A Minecraft Movie continued to "Notch" out its utter dominance at the box office en route to repeating as the No. 1 film for the second weekend in a row. Jason Momoa and Jack Black's team-up in the adaptation of the immensely popular video game franchise faced off against several newcomers over the second weekend of April, but none of those movie titles put up any real threat of dethroning director Jared Hess' family-friendly fantasy adventure.

No. 1 A Minecraft Movie brought in an estimated $80.6 million to not only reign supreme over the weekend, but the Momoa and Black-led flick also continued its worldwide dominance by increasing its global total to $550.6 million. The film’s overwhelming financial success has helped Minecraft not only recoup its $150 million production budget and turn a profit for Warner Bros. Pictures, but it also aided the adventure in climbing the worldwide box office chart for video game adaptations.

Emma Corrin is opening up in a new interview!

The 29-year-old actor graces the cover of Elle UK‘s May issue, and spoke about what it’s like navigating fame, choosing projects and how playing Princess Diana on The Crown changed their life.

Keep reading to find out more…

“It’s a very weird aspect of this job. I find it really hard,” Emma shared about navigating fame. “I’m grateful, obviously, for everything my work brings my way, but as you get older and you think about what you want for the rest of your life… I’m trying to find a balance of liking the work I’m doing and the choices I’m making, and distancing myself from [the rest]. I think playing Diana was, in a way, the greatest warning.”

“There’s a fondness there. It’s like I knew her a bit,” Emma continued about portraying Diana.

What Did Ryan Condal Say About George Rr Martin’s Criticism Of House of the Dragon? ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia )

Even the fiercest dragons can’t dodge a little criticism, especially when it’s coming from the man who created them! House of the Dragon season 2 was a hit with fans and critics, but George R.R. Martin wasn’t completely thrilled. In a now-deleted blog post, the Fire & Blood author shared his disappointment over certain creative choices, particularly the decision to exclude Maelor Targaryen, a character from the book.

While Martin’s words sparked debate among fans, showrunner Ryan Condal has now responded, explaining why Maelor didn’t make the cut. With the Dance of the Dragons already packed with political intrigue, betrayals, and fire-breathing chaos, was there simply no room for the young Targaryen prince? Or was there another reason behind the decision? As the world of Westeros expands, it...

All We Know About Netflix’s Pride & Prejudice Adaptation ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

For years, Pride and Prejudice has been the pinnacle of total yearning and romance and continues to remain one of Jane Austen’s most popular and iconic novels. The 2005 film starring Keira Knightly and Matthew Macfadyen as the beloved pairing of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy only elevated the stature and appreciation of the story for romance watchers.

Now, all these decades later, Netflix is adapting the hit novel into a limited series adaptation with the hope of reimagining the love story and hooking viewers. Here’s everything we know about the upcoming series, including who has been cast as leads and what to expect from it.

What Do We Know About Pride & Prejudice Series Adaptation?

Dolly Alderton and Euros Lyn are partnering to bring Pride and Prejudice to Netflix as a six-part limited series. For...

Meet the new Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy for the upcoming Pride & Prejudice series!

The works of Jane Austen have been fodder for movie and TV producers for decades. Every generation has grown up on her groundbreaking stories of strong female characters, lush romance and the inspiration for countless period TV shows.

Netflix is now getting into this with a six-episode new limited series based on Austen’s masterpiece Pride & Prejudice. The project has been teased for a while, but now Deadline has reported on the casting of the key leads, and it’s amazing!

Per Deadline, Emma Corrin, last seen in the acclaimed Nosferatu, will play Elizabeth Bennett, the heroine of the tale. Jack Lowden, known for his turn in the Apple TV+ spy show Slow Horses, will play her romantic foil Mr. Darcy.

Not only that, but Academy Award winner Olivia Colman returns to TV to play Mrs.

‘Slow Horses’ star Jack Lowden is currently in talks to play Mr Darcy in the Netflix series adaptation of ‘Pride and Prejudice.’

Mr Darcy is one of Jane Austen’s most iconic characters, the famously aloof romantic hero whose tumultuous relationship with Elizabeth Bennet is at the centre of Austen’s 1813 novel.

Whilst further casting details have yet to be disclosed, there have been rumours that Daisy Edgar-Jones had been tapped to play Elizabeth Bennet.

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The series is to be penned by ‘Everything I Know About Love’ author Dolly Alderton.

Lowden is best known for starring opposite Gary Oldman in the Apple TV+ spy series ‘Slow Horses’ for which he’s earned Emmy, Golden Globes and BAFTA TV nominations. Lowden has also appeared in period drama ‘War and Peace’ on the small screen, and features including ‘Dunkirk,...

Step aside, “Bridgerton”: Netflix is returning to the classics. Jane Austen’s iconic novel “Pride and Prejudice” will be adapted into a Netflix limited series, with Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, and Olivia Colman starring.

Corrin will play Elizabeth Bennet and also executive produce, with “Slow Horses” actor Lowden cast as Mr. Darcy. Colman, who already is a Netflix staple with “Heartstopper,” will be Mrs. Bennet. The six-part series will be a “faithful, classic adaptation” of the novel, with author Dolly Alderton (“Everything I Know About Love”) writing the script. “Heartstopper” helmer Euros Lyn will direct. “Pride and Prejudice” will be going into production in the UK in 2025.

“We are delighted to be sharing this beloved British classic with our global audience,” Netflix’s Mona Qureshi said in a press statement. “‘Pride and Prejudice’ is the ultimate romantic comedy. Dolly’s fierce intelligence and enormous heart, twinned with her genuine...

Jack Lowden, Emma Corrin and Olivia Colman are set to star in Netflix’s “Pride & Prejudice.”

Based on the Jane Austen novel, the six-part limited series written by Dolly Alderton (“Everything I Know About Love”) and directed by Euros Lyn (“Heartstopper”) will see Lowden as Mr. Darcy, while Corrin will portray Elizabeth Bennet and Colman will play Mrs. Bennet.

Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, Olivia Colman will star in a new Pride and Prejudice adaptation — a six-part limited series written by Dolly Alderton. pic.twitter.com/rVfqFc5nSM

— Netflix (@netflix) April 10, 2025

“‘Once in a generation, a group of people get to retell this wonderful story and I feel very lucky that I get to be a part of it. Jane Austen’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ is the blueprint for romantic comedy – it has been a joy to delve back into its pages to find both familiar and fresh ways of...