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· Michelle De Pacina
Donnie Yen to reprise role from ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ in new Lionsgate film
Donnie Yen is set to reprise his role as Caine, the blind assassin from “John Wick: Chapter 4,” in a new standalone film by Lionsgate. Key points:
· Ryan General
Ke Huy Quan to star in Christmas Eve action thriller ‘Fairytale in New York’
Academy Award-winner Ke Huy Quan is set to star in Lionsgate’s action thriller “Fairytale in New York.” Directed by Jalmari Helander (“Sisu”), the film follows an unassuming New York City cab driver who finds himself in a relentless pursuit to recover his son’s stolen Christmas…
· Bryan Ke
‘John Wick’ co-creator confirms anime project will serve as prequel
Chad Stahelski, co-creator and director of the “John Wick” franchise, has shared a few details about the mysterious, upcoming “John Wick” anime project. Stahelski first teased an anime version of the popular Lionsgate franchise in late 2023.
· Ryan General
Karyn Kusama to helm ‘Yellowface’ TV series adaptation
Karyn Kusama, known for her Emmy-nominated work on Showtime’s “Yellowjackets,” is set to helm the television adaptation of R.F. Kuang’s novel “Yellowface” for Lionsgate TV. The novel tells the story of June Hayward, who steals her deceased friend’s manuscript and publishes the…
· Bryan Ke
Disgraced director was allegedly part of ‘Rush Hour 4’ pitch
Brett Ratner may allegedly return to Hollywood if “Rush Hour 4” moves forward. According to an unnamed source who spoke to The Hollywood Reporter, Lionsgate executives reportedly held a meeting in July to discuss the project, with Ratner’s name being mentioned as a potential…
· Bryan Ke
Shohei Ohtani interpreter betting scandal being turned into scripted series
A scripted series based on the betting scandal of MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara is now in early development under Lionsgate Television. Key points:
· Ryan General
Park Chan-woo to remake ‘Oldboy’ for TV
South Korean filmmaker Park Chan-wook along with Lionsgate is set to adapt his cult classic film “Oldboy” for a television series. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Sandra Oh reveals why she won’t be returning to ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ ‘anytime soon’
Sandra Oh, who portrayed Dr. Cristina Yang on ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy” for 10 seasons, has no plans to return to the show. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Keanu Reeves takes center stage for John Wick spin-off and ‘Good Fortune’ reveal
Lionsgate unveiled two new films starring Keanu Reeves at CinemaCon, notably the much-anticipated spin-off “John Wick Presents: Ballerina” and Aziz Ansari’s film directorial debut “Good Fortune.” Key points:
· Carl Samson
Sandra Oh joins cast of Aziz Ansari directorial debut ‘Good Fortune’
Sandra Oh has reportedly joined the cast of Lionsgate comedy film “Good Fortune,” directed and co-starred by Aziz Ansari. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Masashi Kishimoto reacts to Destin Daniel Cretton joining ‘Naruto’ live-action film as director
Legendary manga creator Masashi Kishimoto expressed his excitement after Destin Daniel Cretton was named as the director for Lionsgate’s live-action “Naruto” movie project. Driving the news: Cretton has been tapped to direct and write the live-action adaptation of Kishimoto’s…
· Ryan General
12,000-square-foot ‘John Wick Experience’ attraction set for Las Vegas
A “John Wick” attraction coming to Las Vegas later this year will offer fans of the action film franchise a glimpse into the assassin underworld. About the attraction: Developed by Lionsgate and Las Vegas entertainment district AREA15, the 12,000-square-foot attraction will…
· Bryan Ke
Jack Black joins Jason Momoa in ‘Minecraft’ movie adaptation
Jack Black will star alongside Jason Momoa in Warner Bros.’ adaptation of the hit sandox game “Minecraft,” with production set to begin soon. The scoop: Black will reportedly play Steve, the main character of the franchise, according to Deadline. The movie, however, will be led…
· Isa Peralta
‘The Hunger Games’ prequel ‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ gets first trailer
Lionsgate revealed the official trailer for the highly anticipated “The Hunger Games” prequel, “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” on Friday. Set around 64 years before “The Hunger Games,” the upcoming film focuses on Coriolanus Snow before he becomes the tyrannical president…
· Daniel Anderson
Aziz Ansari to make film directorial debut with ‘Good Fortune’ starring Keanu Reeves and Seth Rogen
Actor and comedian Aziz Ansari is set to make his feature directorial debut with the comedy film “Good Fortune,” starring Keanu Reeves and Seth Rogen. Lionsgate has secured the rights to the film, which will be written and directed by Ansari himself. Exact details about the…
· Daniel Anderson
Ken Jeong to lead Fox sitcom based on ‘10% Happier’ podcast
Ken Jeong is set to star in a Fox sitcom based on Dan Harris’ popular book and podcast “10% Happier.” Produced by Lionsgate Television and Fox Entertainment, the show will follow a discontented man who works as an executive for a juice company, according to Variety. After…
· Daniel Anderson
‘John Wick’ spinoff ‘Ballerina’ starring Keanu Reeves, Ana de Armas gets release date
Lionsgate has recently confirmed the release date of the upcoming “John Wick” spinoff “Ballerina,” starring Keanu Reeves and Ana de Armas. The announcement comes on the heels of the critical and box-office success of “John Wick: Chapter 4,” which has earned over $250 million…
· Ines Shin
‘John Wick’ director says Jet Li, Jackie Chan part of ‘dream list’ for future sequel
As the “John Wick” series continues to surpass its own milestones with each new film, director Chad Stahelski hopes to expand the franchise with more big names, such as martial arts legends Jet Li and Jackie Chan. In “John Wick: Chapter 3,” Stahelski and Reeves collaborated with…
· Carl Samson
‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ tops box office with franchise-best $73.5 million debut
“John Wick: Chapter 4” crushed its competition to lead the weekend box office with a record opening. In just three days, the Keanu Reeves-led film amassed $73.5 million domestically, marking the franchise’s best debut. “John Wick” premiered in 2014 and made $14 million on its…
· Grace Kim
What’s after ‘John Wick 4’: Keanu Reeves and Hiroyuki Sanada on the fate of their characters
WARNING: Spoilers ahead For years, fans have been rooting for Keanu Reeve’s titular character in the “John Wick” franchise, an unstoppable force on a relentless quest for vengeance.