The Creatormarks a rare occasion in Hollywood in which a completely original science fiction film also happens tocost a fraction of other major blockbusters. DirectorGareth Edwardsis no stranger to spectacle, having kicked off Legendary Pictures' MonsterVerse withGodzillaand delivering arguably one of the bestStar Warsfilms withRogue One: A Star Wars Story.WithThe Creator, he takes a more grounded approach to building a world that’s been ravaged bya war between artificial intelligence and humanity....

Among all the tentpole franchise films releasing in 2025, whether it be sequels, superhero flicks, orvideo game adaptations, the silver screen will also see its fair share of movies adapted from books. From more family-oriented fare, toterrifyingStephen King adaptations, plenty of best-selling novels will be making their way to the big screen (and some for the small screen) for book fans and newcomers alike to enjoy. Here are each of the book adaptations hitting theaters in 2025....

Phil Hartman – Dennis the Menace Most kids of the 1980s watched theDennis the Menacecartoon series at some point. It followed the adventures of the troublemaker kid nicknamed Dennis the Menace. Like the old black and white live action series of the same name, was based on the comic strip byHank Ketcham. Few realized that funny actorPhil Hartmanvoiced Mr. Wilson in the first season. Side note:Brennan Thicke, the oldest son ofAlan Thickewho avoids the spotlight, portrayed the title character Dennis in the series....

Tim Burton Like many directors,Tim Burtonhas dated several of the actresses he’s worked with. But the relationship that lasted the longest was with someone who could easily match his level of oddness,Helena Bonham Carter.The two met while Burton was makingPlanet of the Apes. Reportedly, Burton’s first words upon meeting Bonham Carter were “I can really see you in an ape mask.” The actress was charmed, and they dated for thirteen years, making numerous movies together includingCharlie and the Chocolate Factory,Sweeney Todd, andAlice in Wonderland....

Gaston is one of the wildest and funnest Disney characters of all time – until he becomes (always was?) a horrific villain. In the original animatedBeauty and the Beast, his swaggering song of accomplishments (sung byRichard White) became an instant, braggadocious classic. And in the2017 live-action remake,Luke Evansinhabited the role and song with both swagger and a sense of pointed vulnerability (alongside his trusty Le Fou, played byJosh Gad, of course)....

Editor’s note: The below article contains subjects that might be triggering for some readers. In 2014, the county of Fairhaven, Massachusetts was shocked to hear about the death of an 18-year-old boy who committed suicide. As the reasons why started to mount up, an even more shocking slate of news and an infamous trial proposed a serious question: can someone be prompted to end their life through text messages? This is what Hulu’s limited seriesThe Girl From Plainvilleis set to discuss....

Everyone’s favorite misfit family is back in a trailer for the return of HBO Max’sHarley Quinn. Now heading into its third season, the animated adult comedy is here to bring even more gut punches - of both the painful and laugh-filled kind. Finally delivering on what we’ve all been waiting for, the trailer puts Harley (Kaley Cuoco) and Poison Ivy’s (Lake Bell) relationship at the forefront after dangling it in front of our faces over the past two seasons....

How do you augment the drama of the U.S. government when that government has become a weird circus of its own? Satirical TV shows have had a hard enough time finding their place in a political atmosphere that seems to be lampooning itself, but to be a drama fictionalizing serious, underlying governmental issues is an almost impossible tightrope to walk. Showtime’sHomelandhas always sought to feel topical, whether in focusing on homegrown terrorists, agency in-fighting, Wikileaks-like data dumps, or CIA collaborations with foreign revolutionaries....

WithTransformers: The Last Knightnow playing around the world, the other day I landed an exclusive interview withJerrod Carmichael. He talks about getting to work withMichael Bay, memorable moments from filming, how the VFX are so much better than the first film, who he plays inJames Franco’sThe Disaster Artist, and a lot more. As most of you know from the trailers, the fifth installment expands the mythology of theTransformersuniverse by introducing a medieval-centric backstory withMark Wahlbergreprising his lead role fromTransformers: Age of Extinction....

Jordan Peele’sGet Outfollow-upUsis the highest-grossing horror film of the year so far, and for horror fans who like to live their fear, Universal Studios will give you a chance to come face-to-face with the Tethered at Halloween Horror Nights 2019. The annual event is bringing together one hell of a crop for this year’s lineup, andUsmarks the latest addition, which will be thrilling horror fans on both coasts at Universal Studios Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood....

Welp, it looks likeMartin Scorseseisn’t softening his stance on Marvel movies anytime soon.The Irishmandirector once again made his thoughts and feelings known about the effect Marvel movies (and movies of their ilk) are having on today’s cinema at the BFI London Film Festival on Sunday. According toThe Hollywood Reporter, Scorsese echoed hisprevious remarks about Marvel moviesduring a press conference forThe Irishmanwhich included two of the film’s stars,Robert De NiroandAl Pacino. During the press conference, Scorsese offered up some new, strong sentiments....

Netflix is diversifying in a notable way as it looks to move into original scripted podcasts beginning with one centered on their recent hit seriesDaybreak. Although Netflix is no stranger to the podcasting world thanks to shows like “Present Company with Krista Smith”, “Strong Black Legends”, and “You Can’t Make This Up”, going into original scripted territory shows an interest in continuing to break new ground. Good thing Netflix has designs on beginning this endeavor ASAP because it will need to diversify to stay appealing as new streamers like Disney+, Apple TV+, and HBO Max debut in the coming months....

Late on the first day of the D23 Expo came news thatMuppets Now, a new series feature Kermit and Co., is coming toDisney+. It’s been a hot minute since we’ve heard from Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, and the rest of the Muppets crew. Thankfully, Kermit helped Disney+ announced the news when he tweeted out an announcement of the new series that will be cooked up. PerThe Hollywood Reporter,Muppets Nowwill be a shortform unscripted series featuring — you guessed it — the Muppets....