Weekend Box Office Gets Freaky!

BEGIN SLIDESHOWWeekend Box Office Gets Freaky!
Universal Pictures’ latest collaboration with Blumhouse Productions, Freaky, scared up $3.7M in North America, enough to secure the No. 1 spot on the weekend box office charts. This marks the 14th film produced by Jason Blum’s horror company to top the box office. Outside the U.S., the Christopher Landon-directed horror comedy amassed $1.9M from 20 territories, including Australia where it jumped ahead of Christopher Nolan’s Tenet

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Paul Giamatti’s hit comedy lands on Peacock this week, joined by two premieres and other new releases.Arriving on Peacock June 28, The Holdovers is an acclaimed 2023 comedy-drama. It’s set over Christmas break in 1970 at Barton Academy, a New England boarding school. Giamatti plays Paul Hunham, a bitter history teacher no one likes.
He gets stuck supervising the students with nowhere to go for the holidays. After a few days, the other boys leave for a ski

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Amazon Prime Video’s new TV and movie releases this week (June 22 to June 28, 2026) include a biographical film featuring Jacob Elordi.Sofia Coppola wrote, produced, and directed Priscilla based on the 1985 memoir Elvis and Me by Priscilla Presley. It follows teenage Priscilla Beaulieu meeting superstar Elvis Presley at a party. Elvis is drawn to her, and the two begin a complex relationship. The film opened to positive reviews, currently holding a 6.4/10 score on IMDb an

"Remarkable achievements can only be achieved by outstanding figures." Oh my, that's a bold statement! Well Go USA has revealed the official trailer for a Chinese war movie called Crossing, also known as Four Crossings, which kind of plays like Chinese propaganda about the winning side of this battle. Not to be confused with John Woo's recent film The Crossing. This one is set for US run in limited theaters this July, after first opening in China starting this week. Based on a true story about w

"These guys – they kill people who asks too many questions." MGM+ has revealed the full official trailer for a series called The Westies, a new mobster series set in New York City. Set in the 1980s telling the story of the Irish mafia, known as "The Westies" who run the west side of the city, feuding with Italian mafia with many more men. The series features Oscar-winning actor J.K. Simmons in the lead role as mafioso Eamon Sweeney. In 1980s Hell's Kitchen, the Westies crime gang eyes prof

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Paramount+ has an epic superhero spin-off series plus several other new releases dropping this week.The Thundermans: Undercover Season 2 arrives on Paramount+ on June 24. The superhero sitcom follows twins Phoebe and Max, played by Kira Kosarin and Jack Griffo, as they head to the coastal town of Secret Shores on a covert mission. Joined by their younger sister Chloe, portrayed by Maya Le Clark, the bickering trio juggle everyday life undercover while helping Chloe deve

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New HBO Max movie and TV releases from June 22 to June 28, 2026, include an A24 horror film that flew under the radar.The supernatural horror film Undertone was written and directed by Ian Tuason in his directorial debut. It follows Evy, a podcast host who covers paranormal content. She moves in with her dying mother, but things turn upside down when she receives recordings of paranormal noises from a married couple. Soon, Evy realizes the couple’s stor

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Netflix‘s new TV and movie release schedule for this week (June 22-28, 2026) includes a John Cena comedy.Little Brother, directed by Matt Spicer, follows the life of a real estate agent as his life turns upside down with the entry of his eccentric little brother. Besides Cena, Little Brother features Eric André, Michelle Monaghan, and Christopher Meloni, among others.Also coming to Netflix is Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2. The second season resumes the ad

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Jon Bernthal’s acclaimed show returns for its final season, along with more new Hulu releases this week.The fifth and final season of FX’s The Bear drops on Hulu on June 25. It follows Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, played by Jeremy Allen White, as he steps away from the food industry to search for his identity outside the kitchen. With no money and a severe storm bearing down, the remaining crew comes together for one last service. Their goal is to save t

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HBO Max will release two versions of House of the Dragon Season 3’s premiere, following its broadcast return on HBO.
Beginning today at 9 p.m. ET/PT, the first episode of House of the Dragon Season 3 will be available to stream in American Sign Language (ASL) on HBO Max, alongside its regular version. ASL dubbers Landen Gonzales and Sophia Morales are working on the third season, with ASL director Justin Jackerson.What do we know about House of the Dragon Season 3?H

George Lucas is set to lend his voice to a character in Minions & Monsters, the latest film in Illumination’s Despicable Me franchise.READ MORE: Here’s every song on the ‘Despicable Me 4’ soundtrackIn a recent interview with Collider, Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri revealed that the Star Wars filmmaker joined the animated feature, which will hit cinemas on July 1, after sharing his longtime admiration of the films.
“I had this privilege of meeting George

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2023’s acclaimed sci-fi action movie from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story director Gareth Edwards has found a new streaming home on Hulu. During its theatrical run, the Oscar-nominated film grossed over $104 million at the box office against a budget of around $80 million.What sci-fi movie is now on Hulu?Beginning today, Edwards’ breathtaking sci-fi movie The Creator is finally available to stream on Hulu. The 2023 film currently holds a 67% approval

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Two of Will Smith‘s most popular action movies will soon be available to stream on Hulu. The first Bad Boys movie came out in 1995, and the second premiered in 2003. Michael Bay directed both movies, with Smith portraying Miami cop Mike Lowrey. Martin Lawrence stars alongside him as his partner, Marcus Burnett, in the ensemble cast with Theresa Randle as Theresa Burnett and Joe Pantoliano as Captain Conrad Howard.First two Bad Boys movies will stream o

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Hulu is adding another acclaimed title to its streaming lineup next month. Selma, the award-winning historical drama starring Oprah Winfrey in its ensemble cast, is set to arrive on the platform soon. Widely praised upon release, the film remains one of the most popular historical dramas of the 2010s.Selma to stream on Hulu very soonSelma will soon be available to stream on Hulu. According to Hulu Press, the acclaimed historical drama is scheduled to join the pla

Kathy Bates admitted she threw the script for The Waterboy in the bin because she wasn’t yet familiar with Adam Sandler.READ MORE: Adam Sandler didn’t ‘get good’, you were just being a snobDuring a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the Oscar-winning actor recalled the moment she first received the script for the 1998 sports comedy.
“I didn’t know who Adam Sandler was, and I got a script. It was a football script, and I was like, ‘Oh

Morgan Freeman is partnering with a series of celebrated blues musicians for an album charting 100 years of the blues.
Freeman serves as both the producer and narrator on the project, titled ‘Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience’, which is set for release on August 7 via Decca Records.
“Rooted in stories carried from West Africa to the American South, the blues became a testament to the unbroken human spirit, the sound of America’s past and present, and the h

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Prime Video subscribers have a short window to watch one of 2025’s biggest horror films starring Michael B. Jordan. The movie is set to leave the streaming platform this month. Its upcoming exit gives subscribers limited time to watch or revisit the critically acclaimed box office hit.Sinners is leaving Prime Video this monthMichael B. Jordan’s acclaimed horror blockbuster Sinners will soon be leaving Prime Video. The hit film is scheduled to exit

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Hoppers‘ director feared Meryl Streep would reject a wild joke in his movie. The hit animated film was released earlier this year and featured Streep in a brief cameo.Daniel Chong thought this Hoppers joke would be the ‘deal breaker’ for Meryl StreepHollywood star Meryl Streep played the Insect Queen in Pixar’s Hoppers. But her character doesn’t last as she gets unceremoniously squished very early by the main character, Mabel.Director Daniel Chon

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ABC has partnered with CSI veterans to adapt a bestselling crime-thriller book series into a TV show. It will be based on Andrew Mayne‘s popular novels.Andrew Mayne’s bestselling crime novels are headed to ABCAndrew Mayne’s The Naturalist book series is being adapted into a TV series by ABC, according to Variety. The adaptation is now in active development.The upcoming series has been described as a procedural that focuses on a “brilliant but socially

"This one changed Hollywood forever." Cineverse has debuted the full official trailer for an indie film titled Chapter 51, the latest creation from filmmaker Tyler Shields (also of Final Girl, Outlaw). This intriguing indie creation is set for a VOD release next week to watch at home anytime. If you're curious, give it a spin. A fascinating tale of mystery within Hollywood. During the making of a $500 million film, three actresses are murdered by an unidentified figure known only as the Hollywoo

Steven Spielberg has weighed in on a viral question over whether E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial was slimy or dry.READ MORE: ‘Disclosure Day’ review: Spielberg remains the master of sci-fi blockbustersSpielberg directed the iconic 1982 film about a loveable alien stranded on Earth who befriends Henry Thomas’ Elliott while searching for a way home. The movie was a runaway success, becoming the highest-grossing film of all time for 11 years until Spielberg&rsq

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DC Comics announces three new separate comic book series focused on multiple legacy superhero teams. The announcement comes as an expansion of DC’s Next Level publishing initiative, with Red Hood leading one of them.Teen Titans, Doom Patrol and Legion of Super-Heroes return in DC’s Next Level lineThe three teams getting their own DC Comics series are Teen Titans, Doom Patrol, and Legion of Super-Heroes. The Next Level titles will stand alongside DC’s ong

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Florence Pugh was recently spotted filming alongside Andy Samberg for a new romantic comedy. The MCU star has joined the Brooklyn Nine-Nine fame’s upcoming project.Florence Pugh seemingly joins Andy Samberg’s 42.6 Years castWhile it’s yet to be officially confirmed, the newly revealed pictures from Just Jared indicate that actress Florence Pugh has already begun filming Andy Samberg’s comedy movie, 42.6 Years.The Hollywood star was spotted shooting along

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Armie Hammer has addressed not reprising his role as the Winklevoss twins in The Social Reckoning. The actor played dual roles as Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss in the 2010 film.Armie Hammer reflects on missing out on The Social ReckoningSpeaking with ComingSoon about his career trajectory post the sexual assault scandal, Hammer touched on the topic of The Social Network companion piece. The actor’s comments suggest he has accepted that he would not repris

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Let’s Love star Malin Akerman spoke with ComingSoon’s Tyler Treese about the unique comedy drama. Akerman discussed the unique shooting for the improv-heavy movie, working with co-stars Josh Hutcherson and Dermot Mulroney, and much more. Let’s Love is now available on VOD from Cineverse.“Ten years after a romance film shaped their careers, the film stars and creative team reunite in Wales for a fan convention. Complicated personal histories resur

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One of A24’s newest dark comedy thriller movies has finally been added to HBO Max‘s library, four months after its theatrical release. As of today, 2026’s How to Make a Killing movie starring Glen Powell is officially available to stream on HBO Max.What do we know about Glen Powell’s How to Make a Killing movie?How to Make a Killing was written and directed by John Patton Ford. It was inspired by Robert Hamer’s 1949 classic British film Kind Hear

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Alan Ritchson has joined the star-studded cast of a new animated movie about a mouse chasing fame. The upcoming project comes from Imprint Entertainment.Cast announced for family movie about a mouse aspiring to be a dancerAlan Ritchson, known for Reacher, Reacher, War Machine, and Playdate, will be one of the voice actors for the animated movie Groove Tails, by writer-director Bob Logan, reports Variety. The newly announced ensemble cast also features Ansel Elgort (Ba

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The Gilded Age Season 4 just received a big release date window update. Created by Julian Fellowes, the HBO period drama follows the elite families of 1880s New York.The Gilded Age Season 4 sets release date window, debuts new clipThe Gilded Age Season 4 is set to release this fall, according to HBO Max‘s official post on X. The clip shows a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Season 4, with the cast teasing what fans can expect from the next chapter of the period

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One of Netflix‘s newest romantic comedy movies starring Zoey Deutch and Nick Robinson has been added to its library. As of today, 2026’s star-studded film Voicemails for Isabelle is available to stream on Netflix.What do we know about Netflix’s Voicemails for Isabelle movie?In Voicemails for Isabelle, Deutch plays Jill, a woman grieving for her beloved younger sister who just passed away due to an illness. To deal with her grief, she sends voicemails to

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Supergirl actress Milly Alcock says she is “honored” that fans view the Girl of Steel as a queer icon. Alcock reprises her role as Kara Zor-El from last year’s Superman.Milly Alcock says Supergirl doesn’t fit traditional gender expectationsSpeaking at a Brazilian press event (via Cosmic Book News), Alcock talked about how fans and she herself have embraced Kara Zor-El as a queer icon, adding that it makes Kara “special”.&l