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Obsession director's mysterious new short film to premiere on YouTube just in time for Halloween
Director Curry Barker is releasing a new short film titled Mama Bear on his YouTube channel on October 29, sponsored by Windows. The film stars Jon Lee Richardson, Katie Sarife, Ericka Kreuz, and Joshua Snyder. Barker also has the horror film Anything But Ghosts set for a 2027 release, which is set in the same universe as his viral hit Obsession.
Original Street Fighter star Kylie Minogue was reportedly asked to appear in the new movie, but it "didn't…
Orville Peck revealed that Kylie Minogue was considered for a cameo in the new Street Fighter movie, but scheduling conflicts prevented it from happening. Minogue previously starred as Cammy in the 1994 film and reportedly had a positive experience. The article also mentions other cameos and discusses the film's reception and related video game movies.
Griffin Gaming Partners, Entertainment 360 jointly unveil production company Hitpoint Entertainment
Griffin Gaming Partners and Entertainment 360 have launched Hitpoint Entertainment, a new production company focused on adapting video games for TV and film. The company aims to identify and develop game IP for adaptation early in its lifecycle, pairing it with filmmakers who understand the source material.
Knight Rider: David Hasselhoff Franchise Returns to Hollywood in a Surprising Way, Watch Trailer
The iconic Knight Rider franchise is returning to gaming with the inclusion of K.I.T.T. in the upcoming game Stuntman: Hollywood. Developer Saber Interactive, in collaboration with Universal, has released a trailer showcasing the artificially intelligent car. The game will also feature vehicles from other iconic Universal properties like Jurassic World and Fast & Furious, and is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.
Mike Flanagan dreams of directing a new Jaws or Jurassic World movie
Filmmaker Mike Flanagan expressed interest in directing new installments for the Jaws and Jurassic World franchises. He stated a desire to make a "true dinosaur horror film" for Jurassic World and acknowledged the challenge of surpassing the original Jaws, but saw room for improvement in its sequels. Flanagan's interest was revealed during a Reddit AMA.
Mike Flanagan's Exorcist sequel gets its first teaser as horror legend calls it "unsafely dark"
Director Mike Flanagan has released the first teaser for his upcoming horror film, The Exorcist: Martyrs, starring Scarlett Johansson and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Flanagan described the movie as "unsafely dark" but ultimately hopeful, with a theatrical release planned for March 12, 2027.
While the movie franchise is ending, Fast and Furious will live on as a TV show
The Fast and Furious franchise is expanding to television with a new spin-off series greenlit for Peacock, set to debut around 2028. While details are scarce, Vin Diesel expressed that the move into television aims to expand the legacy characters' stories and protect the franchise's integrity.
25 years later, The Mummy 4 set photos reveal first look at Brendan Fraser's and Rachel Weisz' return as Rick…
Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are returning as Rick and Evelyn O'Connell for The Mummy 4, a legacy sequel that ignores the events of the third film. Filming has begun in the UK, with set photos revealing the actors in costume. The movie is slated for an October 15, 2027 release.
What we've been playing - "the rest of the party is, frankly, absolutely feral, so I've been trying to balance that out"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature highlights Pokémon TCG Pocket, Star Wars: Zero Company, and Dungeons & Dragons. The author expresses mixed feelings about pack luck in Pokémon TCG Pocket but enjoys the game's artwork, while Star Wars: Zero Company is praised for its enjoyable gameplay despite a pending review. Dungeons & Dragons is described as a fun, albeit slow-progressing, tabletop experience with a particularly "feral" party.
Mr. Do!’s Castle is this week’s Arcade Archives game for Nintendo Switch 2, and Switch
Hamster has announced that Mr. Do!'s Castle will be the latest addition to the Arcade Archives series, available digitally for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on September 17, 2026. The game, originally released in 1983 by UNIVERSAL, features action gameplay where players use a hammer to defeat unicorns. The Arcade Archives series faithfully reproduces classic arcade games with added features like save files, rewind, and VRR support, with this installment also including a new TIME ATTACK MODE.
Saber Interactive's Tim Willits on generative AI, moving development out of North America, and embracing recognisable IP
Saber Interactive's Chief Creative Officer Tim Willits discusses the company's stance on generative AI, stating they are experimenting with it but not replacing human developers. He also highlights Saber's strategy of global development across 15 studios, focusing on AA titles and recognizable intellectual property, emphasizing disciplined budgeting and flexible team structures.
Christopher Nolan put Matt Damon in the middle of a real stormy ocean to film a key scene in The Odyssey, Guillermo del…
Director Guillermo del Toro shared an anecdote from Christopher Nolan about filming a scene for The Odyssey, where star Matt Damon was placed in a real stormy ocean. Del Toro used this to highlight the value of practical effects and 'handmade' filmmaking over AI or CGI, emphasizing the importance of accidental elements that enhance realism. The article also touches on the film's box office success and its impact on future Hollywood productions.
The Odyssey passes $1.6 billion on its way to becoming Universal's highest-grossing movie ever
Christopher Nolan's epic film "The Odyssey" has surpassed $1.6 billion at the global box office, positioning it to become Universal's highest-grossing movie ever, surpassing "Jurassic World." The film's success is attributed to strong demand, including extended IMAX 70mm screenings, and its critical acclaim as the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time.
"We can get any IP" - Saber CCO on why reviving dormant franchises is the big, obvious secret the the publisher's success, and why Xbox could learn from it
Saber Interactive's Chief Creative Officer Tim Willits believes the company's success stems from its strategy of reviving dormant franchises and ensuring projects can generate four times their cost. He highlighted titles like World War Z and Snow Runner as examples of profitable ventures, and suggested that larger companies like Microsoft could benefit from a similar approach by revitalizing underutilized IPs.
Saber Interactive hands-on with Hellraiser: Revival, Turok: Origins and Stuntman
Saber Interactive showcased upcoming titles Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, Turok: Origins, and Stuntman: Hollywood at Gamescom. Hellraiser: Revival is a survival horror game set to release on October 8 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, and PC. Turok: Origins is a prequel shooter with co-op, planned for early 2027. Stuntman: Hollywood revives the stunt driving series with movie-themed challenges and is slated for 2027.
Rumor: Xbox is considering TV adaptations of World of Warcraft, Elder Scrolls, and more
Xbox is reportedly in talks with Netflix, Paramount, and Universal to develop TV adaptations for several Microsoft-owned video game franchises, including Elder Scrolls, World of Warcraft, and Diablo. A new Halo adaptation is also being discussed, following the success of the recent Fallout series.
Xbox is reportedly pitching movie and TV adaptations for "more than a dozen games" – including Elder…
Xbox is reportedly pitching movie and TV adaptation rights for over a dozen of its games, including Halo, The Elder Scrolls, World of Warcraft, and Diablo, to major streamers like Netflix, Paramount, and Universal. Microsoft is seeking around $300 million for potential deals, aiming to capitalize on the current trend of successful video game adaptations in Hollywood.
Fast and Furious star wants the final movie to go back to "what it all started as" rather that "007 bring…
Michelle Rodriguez, star of the Fast and Furious franchise, hopes the final film will return to its roots of community and car culture, moving away from increasingly outlandish plots. Vin Diesel confirmed that filming for the final movie, tentatively titled Fast Forever, is set to begin in December, with a planned release in 2028.
Final Fast and Furious movie went through "four sets of writers" to ensure it matched Vin Diesel's vision…
Vin Diesel announced that filming for Fast Forever, the final movie in the Fast and Furious franchise, is set to begin in December. The film has undergone four years of development and multiple script revisions to ensure it meets Diesel's vision for the finale. The movie, which will conclude Dominic Toretto's story, is scheduled for release on March 17, 2028.
Deus Ex director Warren Spector is "a little bitter" new Disney Plus series won’t credit him or the other Epic Mickey devs for Oswald's revival
Warren Spector, director of Epic Mickey, expressed disappointment that the upcoming Disney Plus series reviving Oswald the Lucky Rabbit does not credit him or the game's development team for their role in the character's resurgence. Spector highlighted that Epic Mickey was Oswald's first Disney role since 1928 and that his team developed key aspects of Oswald's personality and relationships. He feels the team deserves recognition for their work before the character's game history is forgotten.
