‘Fifty Shades of Grey’: Jamie Dornan, Billy Magnussen First to Test for Christian Grey
Irish heartthrob Jamie Dornan (BBC’s “The Fall,” above left) and Tony-nominated actor Billy Magnussen (“Damsels in Distress,” above right) are the first two actors to test for the role of Christian Grey with Dakota Johnson, TheWrap has learned.
The Wrap‘Batman Vs. Superman’: Watch Gotham and Metropolis Duke It Out on the Football Field (Video)
It’s not clear what the beef is between Bruce Wayne and Clark Kent in Warner Bros. upcoming “Man of Steel” sequel, but footage from Saturday’s shoot at East Los Angeles College suggests the heroes’ respective cities don’t like each other too much, either.
The WrapInfographic: Are Pests Putting Your Home at Risk?
Pest infestations cause billions of dollars in damages to homes each year. The numbers may creep you out, but don't worry, we're here to help.
AdChoices HomeAdvisorSponsoredTim Burton and Michael Keaton reportedly in discussions for 'Beetlejuice' sequel
Director Tim Burton may return to one of the characters that defined his early career: The Wrap and Schmoes Know are reporting that he is currently in negotiations to direct Beetlejuice 2. The 1988 original was a horror-comedy featuring Michael Keaton as a ghoul hired by a recently deceased couple…
The VergeBox Office Catch-Up: 'Pacific Rim' Wraps, 'Elysium' Tops 'District 9'
It's that time again. Once again I will dive somewhat deeper into the box office charts and see how some older films have been fairing over their theatrical releases and if any earlier under-performers shined over the long haul. Because a film's fate may sometimes be decided on opening weekend, [...]
Forbes'The Making of Star Wars' Promo Clip
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Yahoo Movies VideosMorgan Freeman, Michael Douglas Learn How Much Fun Costs in ‘Last Vegas’ Clips (Video)
There’s plenty of fun to be had in Las Vegas, but it ain’t cheap.
The WrapNetflix May Ditch DVDs Sooner Rather Than Later
The number of DVD subscribers is down to about 7 million. At what point does Netflix go online-only?
BusinessWeekWarner Bros Buying Jo Nesbo Novel ‘Blood On Snow’ As Leo DiCaprio Vehicle
EXCLUSIVE: Warner Bros. is near a deal for Blood On Snow, the first of a two novel series by The Snowman author Jo Nesbo. It will be developed as a potential star vehicle for Leonardo DiCaprio to be produced by him and Appian Way partner Jennifer Davisson Killoran and Langley Park’s Kevin…
Deadline.comQueen Eyeing Ben Whishaw to Play Freddie Mercury
Ben Whishaw (“Skyfall”) is Queen’s top choice to play Freddie Mercury in a role once occupied by Sacha Baron Cohen.
The WrapJason Statham Eyes Spy Role With Melissa McCarthy In Fox Comedy ‘Susan Cooper’
EXCLUSIVE: Jason Statham has been working up a storm in serious films, but he’s taking time to go back to the comic roots that launched his career with Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch. I’m told that Statham has met with director Paul Feig and that talks will start soon for him to…
Deadline.comThe Fifth Estate Failed. Benedict Cumberbatch Didn’t
While the WikiLeaks film is Hollywood’s biggest bomb so far this year, the actor’s online adoration continues to flourish
BusinessWeekZac Efron Celebrates Birthday With Robert Pattinson & Joe Jonas
Zac Efron celebrated his 26th birthday with arguably the most swoon-worthy party of the year. The "Parkland" star enjoyed a low-key birthday bash at LA's Chateau Marmont on Friday, with pals Robert Pattinson, Joe Jonas and "Fruitvale Station" star Michael B. Jordan (his co-star in the upcoming…
Access HollywoodBlack American history gets 500-year rewind in PBS series
By Mary Milliken LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A new U.S. television documentary series reaches back 500 years to demonstrate how America's black history contained some unsettling nuances and uncomfortable truths from the start. The six-part series, "The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross," which…
ReutersTV Ratings: 'Sunday Night Football' Climbs, 'Once Upon a Time' Falls
NBC's NFL coverage continues a week-to-week rise, hitting its best overnight returns for the season -- and for an October game in 15 years.
The Hollywood Reporter$5550 Grant To Return To School If You Qualify
You could get a grant for up to $5,550. Grants and financial aid can help qualified students return to school. Do you qualify? See Degrees now
AdChoices ClassesUSA.comSponsoredWhat’s Behind Hollywood’s Great Marketing Chief Exodus?
In a matter of months, Hollywood has seen the closest thing to a clean sweep of top studio marketing executives the likes of which hasn’t happened in recent memory.
The WrapWith Hollywood Film Awards, the Silly Season Has Arrived
On Monday night, Matthew McConaughey and Julia Roberts and Sandra Bullock and Jake Gyllenhaal and a bunch of other awards hopefuls will get dressed up, walk a red carpet into a ballroom and give each other awards. Cameras will flash, video will roll, interviews will be done, and campaigning will…
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Yahoo Movies VideosPink Slip Monday At Focus Features
EXCLUSIVE: The 103 employees of Focus Features knew layoffs were inevitable when Peter Schlessel took over the label with the intention to meld the unit with his FilmDistrict staff. That doesn’t make it any easier as it has unfolded today. I don’t have a head count, but staffers are being informed…
Deadline.comThe Battle Over Mary Poppins
More Tom Hanks Oscar buzz—in 'Saving Mr. Banks,' his Walt Disney wants to adapt Poppins into a film over the author’s wishes. Nico Hines on the London Film Festival’s closer.
The Daily Beast (RSS)‘God Loves Uganda’ Director: Anti-Gay Crusaders Are Losing in the U.S., But Winning Around the World
“While we celebrate gay rights across America, we are losing globally,” Oscar-winning director Roger Ross Williams told theWrap this week. “The fundamentalist Christian right feels that they’ve lost America and Europe, but they’re winning in the Global South and in Africa.
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