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Documentaries about rock bands aren’t a new concept, but with TV projects becoming even more popular through streaming, more music docuseries are being made. The next project in this format isThank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story, a four-part docuseries examining the 40-year-long trajectory of ’80s rock groupBon Jovi. The series, directed byGotham Chopra, will take fans behind the scenes on some of the band’s career highlights, from kicking off this music journey in New Jersey to years later continuing to tour and putting out new music....

We’vepreviously reportedthatHamilton, the hip-hop musical sensation fromLin-Manuel Mirandathat obliterated Broadway with its inclusive, genre-blending examination of American history, will come to theaters in 2021 from Disney, as a filmed presentation of a Broadway performance. But, a wrinkle emerges: There are some cuss words in the musicalHamilton, you see. And under their banner, Disney has a strict “PG-13 or under” ratings policy, you see. And if performed exactly as written,Hamilton’s usage of multiple F-words would likely bump it up to an R, you see....

In news that should come as no surprise to anyone, Marvel Studios are keen to bring backHugh JackmanandRyan Reynoldsas Wolverine and Deadpool, following the blockbuster success ofDeadpool & Wolverine. The movie went like gangbusters during the summer, becoming the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time and introducing Logan and Wade Wilson to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a brutal, bloody, violent, and hysterical debut. Given how well the movie did, and the meta jokes within it where Wade tells Logan that he’ll be “doing this until he’s 90,” it seems just a matter of time before we see more of them andKevin Feigehas stated a similar sentiment over the weekend....

Warner Bros. had the entire Colosseum at Caesars Palace on pins and needles tonight during theirCinemaConpresentation, during which they showcased a thrilling sneak peek of the upcomingFinal Destination: Bloodlines. The title marks a major comeback for the fan-favorite franchise, serving as the sixth overall installment in the film series and the first to come in nearly 15 years since 2011’sFinal Destination 5. The hype for this film has been huge, and the first 20 minutes tease an explosive storyline that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats for what will go down as thelongest film in the series— so far....

Before successful video game adaptations likeThe Last of UsandTheSuper Mario Bros, making a movie about a game with a legion of fans around the world had been a tricky business. However, back in 2021 WB took a shot with the highly popularMortal Kombatand was pleasantly surprised as it emerged as a low-key box office success, which greenlit a sequelMortal Kombat 2. The sequel has been long in the making, however, fans will have to wait some more to get a glimpse of the feature as it’s set for a 2025 release....

Editor’s note: The below contains spoilers for Netflix’s Rebel Ridge. Rebel Ridgecenters around the former marine Terry Richmond (Aaron Pierre), who is biking to the small town of Shelby Springs in order to post bail for his cousin, Mike, who is in prison. Although Terry’s intentions are to give Mike an opportunity to have a better life and redeem himself, he is stopped by police officers Evan Marston (David Denman) and Steve Lann (Emory Cohen), who seize his cash after accusing him of selling drugs....

The second episode of MCU’sSecret Invasion— entitled “Promises” —revealed some interesting thingsas it slowly picks up the pace. However, one of the highlights of this episode was when Rhodes (Don Cheadle) more or less fired Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson). “Promises”focuses on the ramifications of thewar for the Skrullsand the destruction of their planet. A flashback to 1997 shows a younger Fury recruiting the refugees, promising to help them find a new home if they help them out — an exchange of (big) favors, so to speak....

Now that ABC has decided to renewGrey’s Anatomyfor another season (the twenty-second) and current showrunnerMeg Marinisrevealed that Meredith Grey (Ellen Pompeo) will likely be returning for a multi-episode arc, you might wonder if the title character ever really left. During an interview onThe Jennifer Hudson Show, Pompeo addressed her lasting stint on the series and revealed whether she plans to completely exit the medical drama at some point. Pompeo toldJennifer Hudsonthat she has no memory of filming the pilot episode 20 years ago, and also said that her real-life husband doesn’t watchGrey’s Anatomyat all because “he’s not interested in all that nonsense....

The highest-grossing horror movie of 2024 so far,Alien: Romulus, shows no sign of slowing down after yet another strong week at the Box Office. Now, the film is set to reach yet another milestone as it edges ever closer to the$200 million mark internationally, currently sitting on $197 million. International ticket sales have proved a fruitful venture forRomulus, with themovie’s total gross to datemade up of 2/3 international sales. With domestic takings totaling $91 million thus far, combined with the aforementioned international sales,Alien: Romulus' Box Office total is just $12 million shy of $300 million....

DidBad Boys: Ride or Diejust enter its later-stageFast and Furiousperiod, whenFaststorytellers shot for the moon without grounded restraints? DirectorsAdil & Bilalldon’t literally shoot Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett into space likeF9, but there are enough extreme shenanigans to make you think Dom’s crew is only a cargo plane skydive away. That’s a compliment most of the time because who doesn’t love whenFast Fiveturned the corner for the better?Bad Boys: Ride or Dieis the flavor of fun-loving blockbuster entertainment that distracts you while eating an entire bucket of popcorn without knowing, with a sizzle reel hotter than the Florida heat....

Forget the name of his directorial debut,Charlie Dayis anything but a fool. Working overtime on his latest project, theIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiastar was constantly moving between directing and starring inFool’s Paradise. Pulling together a star-studded cast for his breakthrough into filmmaking, atrailerreleased earlier this week revealed Day in all his comedic glory. Now, in a poster, we’re catching another telling look at how the satirical story will play out....

Fans are counting down the days toJohn Wick: Chapter 4. Our favorite assassin is ready to take on the High Table, but not before facing off against a new nemesis. The story will take its own twists and turns as old friends turn into new foes, but he isn’t alone, and a new teaser shows that help is at hand while John is on a run with ample bounty on his head....

There’s never been a better time to be aJohn Wickfan, as the universe just can’t seem to help but continue to expand on the characters and their stories. This time,Donnie Yen will return to the franchise after appearing inJohn Wick: Chapter 4as Caine, the blind assassin tasked with wiping theBaba Yagaoff the face of the planet. Lionsgate reveals that the production is in its very early stages, but that production for the film is setting its eyes on next year in Hong Kong, meaning that we can hopefully expect to see it flying-side-kick its way onto screens perhaps sometime in 2026....