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Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande at the "Wicked" Los Angeles Premiere at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on November 9, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)
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Part 2 Trailer, Release Date, Cast & More Details – Hollywood Life

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Wicked defied gravity when it came out in November 2024! Now, the long-awaited Broadway-inspired film, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, has officially hit a streaming service. According to IMDb, the film is “a vivid reimagining of the classic The Wizard of Oz, Wicked spotlights the untold stories of Oz’s most famous (or infamous) characters, namely the Wicked Witch of the West and her unlikely friend, Glinda the Good Witch. The show follows green-skinned star Elphaba from birth to college and through the life-changing events which eventually label her ‘wicked,’ introducing spoiled rich girl Glinda, local prince and heartthrob Fiyero and even the Wizard of Oz himself, a troubled man very unlike the one you may remember.”

It continues: “As Elphaba, a passionate political activist if there ever was one, fights injustice and seeks to undo the mistakes of the past, dark secrets, and personal tragedies shape the history of Oz, paying homage to the classic Wizard of Oz story while simultaneously changing fans’ understanding of it forever. A cautionary tale about love, friendship, and trust, Wicked effortlessly reveals that there are indeed two sides to every story.”

The film has been highly anticipated, not only for its star-studded cast but also for its memorable songs and compelling storyline. Fans of the musical know the story is expansive, raising the question: when can viewers expect its second film Wicked: For Good? Keep reading to get all the updates we have so far on the second movie. 

When Did Wicked Part 1 Come Out?

Wicked premiered in theaters on Friday, November 22, 2024.

Wicked: For Good Release Date

The story of Oz will continue in Wicked: For Good, set to be released on November 21, 2025, as announced by the team on social media. 

Wicked: For Good Trailer

Teaser and trailers for Wicked: For Good, have been unveiled by Universal Pictures in the months leading up to its November 2025 premiere.

Why Was Wicked Split Into Two Parts?

The Broadway musical features an act break dividing its story into two parts. To stay true to its theatrical roots, the filmmakers decided to split the adaptation accordingly.

How Much Did Wicked Cost to Make?

According to Screen Rant, Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu, had a production budget of $145 million.

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First Trailer, Release Dates, First Photos and More – Hollywood Life

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Something Wicked has already arrived — and there’s more to come. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo brought the iconic roles of Glinda and Elphaba to life in the first Wicked movie, which hit theaters November 22, 2024. Now, audiences are gearing up for the second chapter: Wicked: For Good, set to sweep into theaters November 21, 2025. Director Jon M. Chu first teased fans back in April 2023 with photos on Instagram of Cynthia in Elphaba’s legendary green and Ariana in Glinda’s pink, captioning it, “Green & Pink. It always starts with green and pink.”

The movies are based on the Tony Award-winning Broadway show, which is a prequel to The Wizard of Oz. A Wicked movie was announced way back in 2016, but it took until 2021 for the process to really get going. From the talented cast to the release dates, the expectations were very high for these two films. Here’s everything you need to know about the two Wicked movies.

‘Wicked’ Movies Release Dates

The first Wicked movie, titled Wicked Part One, was released on November 22, 2024. The sequel, titled Wicked Part Two, comes out exactly one year later on November 21, 2025.

The runtime for Wicked Part One is about 2 hours and 40 minutes.

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Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in the ‘Wicked’ poster. (Universal Pictures)

Jon explained why the project was split into two movies back in April 2022. “As we prepared this production over the last year, it became increasingly clear that it would be impossible to wrestle the story of WICKED into a single film without doing some real damage to it,” Jon wrote on Twitter. “We decided to give ourselves a bigger canvas and make not just one WICKED movie but TWO!! With more space, we can tell the story of WICKED as it was meant to be told while bringing even more depth and surprise to the journeys of these beloved characters.”

Wicked: For Good Trailer

‘Wicked’ Movies Cast & Crew

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were cast as Glinda and Elphaba, respectively, on November 4, 2021. Both actresses shared the news of their casting on Instagram. Ariana shared a photo of her hands over her face as she sat in front of an Apple MacBook after learning the news. The pop star also shared screenshots of a three-way call between herself, Cynthia, and Jon, followed by just a call between the ladies.

In Cynthia’s post, the British actress held her hands over her mouth and was in tears as she found out she got the role. Ariana and Cynthia also sent each other flowers with heartfelt notes where they congratulated each other on the new job.

Ariana is taking over the role of Glinda the Good Witch, which was originated by Kristen Chenoweth in the Broadway show. Cynthia is playing Elphaba, who was originally portrayed by Idina Menzel on Broadway. Both Kristen and Idina congratulated Ariana and Cynthia on snagging the iconic roles.

The rest of the cast for the Wicked movies is pretty epic. Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey is playing Fiyero, Elphaba’s love interest. Jon Chu confirmed Jonathan’s casting in September 2022. “He’s perfect, they’re perfect. They’d be perfect together. Born to be forever….. I am too excited to pretend this hasn’t been happening. We have a Fiyero!!!! #JonathanBailey #Wicked,” he wrote on Twitter. 

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Jonathan Bailey is playing Fiyero in ‘Wicked’ movies (Photo: James Veysey/Shutterstock)

The role of Fiyero in the Wicked movies was a top role for musical actors. Nick Jonas confirmed in June 2023 that he did audition for the role of Fiyero. “Yes, it’s true. Joe and I both went out, and we didn’t get it. But that’s the life of an actor,” Nick told Variety.

He added, “I think it went really well. I was very happy coming out of the room. I’m a huge fan of the show, and that’s a role I always thought it would be fun to play. But I think Jonathan [Bailey] is going to do a great job, and I’m sure the movie is going to be great.”

Michelle Yeoh is playing Madame Morrible, the headmistress of Crage Hall at Shiz University. Jeff Goldblum is confirmed to be playing The Wizard. Saturday Night Live star Bowen Yang is playing Pfannee, Elphaba and Glinda’s classmate at Shiz University. The Greatest Showman star Kaela Settle is playing Miss Coddle. The cast also consists of Ethan Slater as Boq, Marissa Bode as Nessarose (Elphaba’s sister), Bronwyn James as ShenShen, Aaron Teoh as Avaric, and Colin Michael Carmichael as Professor Nikdik.

Jon M. Chu is directing the Wicked movies from a screenplay written by Winnie Holzman and Stephen Schwartz. Stephen is also doing the music, which is set to include some of the musical’s most classic songs such as “Defying Gravity” and “Popular.” Marc Platt, who is Ben Platt‘s father, and David Stone are producing the films. Alice Brooks is the cinematographer, Nathan Crowley is the production designer, and Paul Tazewell is the costume designer.

Production Trivia

Rehearsals for Wicked Part One began in August 2022. Both Ariana and Cynthia gave fans some behind-the-scenes glimpses into their rehearsals in October 2022. The duo posed for a cute mirror selfie during a break in the rehearsal studio. Ariana underwent a blonde hair makeover that month to play Glinda. Jon Chu confirmed on December 9 that filming had begun three days earlier, in London.

The cast and crew were supposed to shoot Wicked Part One and Wicked: Part Two back to back. However, the SAG-AFTRA strike put production on hold in July 2023 when the cast and crew just had a few days left of filming. Once the strike was over, filming resumed and wrapped up in January 2024.

In March 2024, director Jon M. Chu revealed to Vanity Fair that Cynthia and Ariana insisted on singing live while filming. “When we were shooting it, those girls were like ‘F**k the pre-records. We’re going live,’” he said.

What We Know About the Plot Of the ‘Wicked’ Movies

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‘Wicked’ is a prequel to ‘The Wizard of Oz’ (Photo: everett collection)

The Wicked films are expected to closely follow the plot of the Broadway show, which is actually based on Gregory Maguire‘s 1995 novel. The story takes place before and after Dorothy Gale arrives in Oz from Kansas and explores the relationship between Elphaba and Glinda. The pair start off as unlikely friends but eventually, they become adversaries after The Wizard casts a spell on Elphaba which turns her into the Wicked Witch.

Cynthia previously teased how the films are going to be even better than the musical. “I think it’s going to be unlike anything you’ve ever seen before,” Cynthia told Entertainment Tonight at the 2022 SAG Awards. “I think we’re going to enjoy the magic of it. We’re going to try and put our own spin on what we know already and show you a story about two women [who] are sisters,” she added.

Stephen Schwartz confirmed in a June 2022 newsletter that there will be new songs in the films. “There are two new songs in the second movie that are complete songs in themselves, and then there are new sections in some of the existing songs in both movies. All the new material, of course, is to meet the demands of the storytelling,” he said.

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Diddy’s legal team seeks immediate release ahead of sentencing – National

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Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs urged a judge to sentence him to no more than 14 months in prison for his conviction on two prostitution-related charges, which would result in his near-immediate release if the judge grants the request.

In a written submission, Combs’ legal team said he has already been punished enough.

“Mr. Combs’s celebrity status in the realms of music, fashion, spirits, media, and finance has been shattered and Mr. Combs’s legacy has been destroyed,” his legal team wrote to Judge Arun Subramanian, who is scheduled to decide the disgraced hip-hop mogul’s sentence on Oct. 3.

“He has served over a year in one of the most notorious jails in America—yet has made the most of that punishment. It is time for Mr. Combs to go home to his family, so he can continue his treatment and try to make the most of the next chapter of his extraordinary life.”

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In the 182-page sentencing memo, his lawyers argued for Combs’ release as he has already served nearly 13 months in a Brooklyn jail.

“To achieve specific deterrence in this case, a sentence of no more than 14 months is ‘sufficient, but not greater than necessary’ to achieve the goals of sentencing,” his lawyers wrote.

The court filing also provided new information about what Combs’ life has been like during his nearly 13 months behind bars, describing intense surveillance by guards and at least one threat of violence.


“Mr. Combs’s near-13 months in prison has been life changing, productive, and a testament to his desire to return to his family and community and lead the best life possible,” his lawyers wrote. “He has taken the time to achieve necessary rehabilitation from day one at the MDC (Metropolitan Detention Center) — including getting clean of all substances.”

Combs’ life in prison has been harrowing at times, his lawyers said.

On one occasion, an inmate approached Combs with a shiv — a makeshift blade — and accused Combs of sitting on his chair, the lawyers wrote. Combs calmed the man down, the lawyers said.

Combs heats his drinking water because he doesn’t trust that it is clean and must sleep within two feet of other inmates in a dorm-style room containing a bathroom with no door, the lawyers wrote.

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“Mr. Combs has not breathed fresh air in nearly 13 months, or felt sunlight on his skin, often walking with a limp due to a painful knee injury that requires surgery,” they said.

Prison has also allowed Combs to become sober for the first time in 25 years, his lawyers wrote.


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They said their client is a “changed man,” who had realized that his overuse of drugs had contributed to violent acts he participated in.

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“Without minimizing Mr. Combs’s conduct, this is in many ways a ‘sex, drugs, and rock n’ roll’ story,” they said.

Combs has created a program in jail, called Free Game with Diddy, in which he is “inspiring and helping other inmates,” his lawyers said in the filing.

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The program is a six-week course, “which is an educational program designed to equip participants with essential skills in business management, entrepreneurship and personal development,” the legal filing stated.

“Despite many professional successes in Mr. Combs’s life, he counts his Free Game course as one of the most impactful and important endeavors of his life. He hopes to continue with and expand and improve upon this curriculum in the future,” his lawyers wrote. “His goal is to implement this program on a grander scale upon his release with programming to extend to youth in the community as well as in state operated facilities.”

Combs’ lawyers quoted the rapper as telling a probation officer that he once thought “success and money gave me freedom to do whatever I wanted to do with no real consequences.”

“I used to call myself a king. But I didn’t act like a king. I didn’t act like a man. This situation has made me become a man, a man who knows and understands his responsibilities,” Combs said, according to the lawyers.

Letters from more than 75 of Combs’ associates

Combs’ lawyers included letters from different associates of the rapper, including his family members and his ex-girlfriend, Caresha Brownlee, also known as rapper Yung Miami.

“I believe it’s important for the court to know the side of Sean that isn’t always seen or spoken about — the man who poured into others, who gave opportunities, who led by example, and who loved deeply,” Brownlee wrote.

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Brownlee shared details about her three-year relationship with Combs, who she described as “loving, genuine, supportive, and always encouraging.”

“He helped shape me both professionally and personally. He believed in me, pushed me to grow, and taught me how to be a better businesswoman,” she wrote.

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Brownlee added that she truly believes Combs “belongs at home, with his family, the people who mean the most to him and who continue to be his greatest source of purpose and strength.”

“Judge.. That’s a good man,” Brownlee’s letter concluded.


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Combs’ son, Christian, 27, also submitted a letter to Subramanian, asking him to “please let my father out of jail.”

“We have been through a year of lies and discrimination and dehumanization and loneliness and separation and extreme stress on the family,” Christian wrote.

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“This is my dad and he is the best father in the whole world. He has never ever taught me anything but to treat people with the most respect possible and to never be entitled and to always work for what I want and to treat people with love and kindness most importantly.”

Christian said his father is the reason he has a career in the music industry and credited him for the person he is today.

“Please let my father out of prison! He does not deserve to be there and has already been in jail for a year!! This has been the worst year anyone could ever go through,” he added.

Combs’ sentencing takes place Oct. 3

On July 2, Combs was found guilty of two counts of prostitution. Prosecutors said he arranged for paid sexual encounters between his girlfriends and male sex workers.

The Bad Boy Records founder was acquitted of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges.

Combs’ lawyer Marc Agnifilo asked that Combs be released on conditional bail to his home in Miami and offered a US$1-million bond. Prosecutor Maurene Comey countered, saying to Subramanian that Combs should remain in jail until sentencing.

Comey also said the government will seek a 20-year maximum sentence for Combs.

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Prosecutors have yet to submit their final recommendations for a sentence, but in a previous court filing, they said his “extensive history of violence” and attempts to minimize his conduct demonstrate that he is still a dangerous person.

Combs’ sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 3.

— with files from The Associated Press

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Love Is Blind Season 9: All on 32 cast members, episode release schedule and more
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Love Is Blind Season 9: All on 32 cast members, episode release schedule and more

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Love is Blind Season 9 is all set to premiere on Netflix on October 1. The ninth installment of the famous reality series will focus on 32 Denver-based daters, who are ready to explore “wild frontiers” in quest of true love, reports Tudum, the companion site to Netflix.

All you need to know about Love is Blind Season 9: 32 singles divided by a wall, trying to find true love(Netflix.com)

Love is Blind Season 9

During the initial episodes of the show, the participants will date each other while “separated by a wall” to form connections on the basis of “emotional compatibility rather than physical attraction”, as per the outlet. Those who can bond over conversations will then get engaged and proceed to take their relationships to the next step in the show.

As per the series synopsis, newly-engaged couples will later “move in together” and “plan their wedding.” “When their wedding day arrives, will real-world realities and external factors push them apart, or will they marry the person they fell blindly in love with?” it adds.

Tudum reports that the participants of Love is Blind Season 9 are between the ages of 27 and 41.

Cast of Love is Blind Season 9

The show will feature 32 singles from Denver, Colorado. As per Tudum, Aries and Gemini are the most common zodiac signs among the participants. Here is the complete list of the cast:

Ali Lima, 29, nurse

Anastasia Lubline, 29, nurse

Anna Yuan, 28, hairstylist

Annie Lancaster, 31, hair salon owner

Anton Yarosh, 29, transportation/logistics

Ashley Usery, 35, director of compliance

Aza Weyer, 32, events manager

Blake Anderson, 34, accountant

Brenden Guthrie, 32, finance manager

Chase Navarro, 29, water treatment consultant

Chyna Craig, 39, marketing manager

Dayo Ogunjimi, 30, IT advisor

Dylan Mustoe, 32, financial analyst

Edmond Harvey, 29, realtor

Hilary Seale, 39, medical device sales

Jensen Butler, 29, data analyst

Joe Ferrucci, 29, sales

Jordan Keltner, 30, service manager

Kacie McIntosh, 34, hair and makeup artist

Kait Nemunaitis, 32, registered dietitian

Kalybriah Haskin, 29, social worker

Kaylen Johnson, 29, account executive

Logan Krantz, 35, account executive

Madison Maidenberg, 28, UX/UI designer

Megan Hutton, 36, property manager

Megan Walerius, 35, entrepreneur

Michael Neal, 41, medical sales

Mike Brockway, 38, real estate investor

Nick Amato, 28, luxury watch dealer

Patrick Suzuki, 31, construction manager

Rohan Patel, 27, private equity

Shelby Crisman, 35, realtor

Also read: Vanessa Lachey teases major twist in Love Is Blind season 9! Here’s what we know so far

Love is Blind S9 premiere date

Love is Blind will premiere on Netflix on October 1 at 3 AM ET/12 AM PT. New episodes of the series will be released weekly on Wednesdays, according to USA Today.

Episode release schedule for Love is Blind S9

Episode 1: October 1, 2025

Episode 2: October 1, 2025

Episode 3: October 1, 2025

Episode 4: October 1, 2025

Episode 5: October 1, 2025

Episode 6: October 1, 2025

Episode 7: October 8, 2025

Episode 8: October 8, 2025

Episode 9: October 8, 2025

Episode 10: October 15, 2025

Episode 11: October 15, 2025

Episode 12: October 22, 2025

FAQs:

When will Season 9 of Love is Blind premiere on Netflix?

Season 9 of Love is Blind will premiere on Netflix on October 1.

How many participants will Love is Blind Season 9 feature?

Love is Blind Season 9 will feature 32 participants from Denver, Colorado.

Where can I watch Love is Blind Season 9?

You can watch Love is Blind Season 9 on Netflix.

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Stranger Things Season 5 Makers Tease More Action With Special Effects Ahead Of Finale Release- Watch

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For nearly a decade, Stranger Things has electrified audiences with heart-pounding thrills, 80s nostalgia, and unforgettable characters. From Hawkins to the Upside Down, it has become a global legacy that shaped culture and inspired millions. Stranger Things Season 5 will release in three parts.

Stranger Things Season 5 Makers Tease More Action With Special Effects

Starting September 29, fans worldwide are invited to relive the phenomenon with a full rewatch of Seasons 1–4 on Stranger Things social channels and Tudum.com, before the curtain rises on the endgame. Stranger Things 5 arrives on Netflix in three unmissable drops: Volume 1 on November 26 (four episodes), Volume 2 on Christmas (three episodes), and The Finale on New Year’s Eve. At 5 PM PT sharp, the world will unite for one final adventure into the Upside Down.

About Stranger Things 5

The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished — his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing her back into hiding. As the anniversary of Will’s disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread. The final battle is looming — and with it, a darkness more powerful and more deadly than anything they’ve faced before. To end this nightmare, they’ll need everyone — the full party — standing together, one last time.

Created by The Duffer Brothers, STRANGER THINGS is produced by Upside Down Pictures & 21 Laps Entertainment with The Duffer Brothers serving as executive producers, alongside Shawn Levy of 21 Laps Entertainment and Dan Cohen.

Cast Of The Stranger Things

The cast includes Winona Ryder (Joyce Byers), David Harbour (Jim Hopper), Millie Bobby Brown (Eleven), Finn Wolfhard (Mike Wheeler), Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin Henderson), Caleb McLaughlin (Lucas Sinclair), Noah Schnapp (Will Byers), Sadie Sink (Max Mayfield), Natalia Dyer (Nancy Wheeler), Charlie Heaton (Jonathan Byers), Joe Keery (Steve Harrington), Maya Hawke (Robin Buckley), Priah Ferguson (Erica Sinclair), Brett Gelman (Murray), Jamie Campbell Bower (Vecna), Cara Buono (Karen Wheeler), Amybeth McNulty (Vickie), Nell Fisher (Holly Wheeler), Jake Connelly (Derek Turnbow), Alex Breaux (Lt. Akers), and Linda Hamilton (Dr. Kay).

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Brand New Day’ — 2026 Release Date, Cast & More – Hollywood Life
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Brand New Day’ — 2026 Release Date, Cast & More – Hollywood Life

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day is set for a 2026 release. The fourth installment was almost a sure thing after the mega-success of Spider-Man: No Way Home, which came out on December 17, 2021, and made over $1.9 billion at the worldwide box office. The movie became the seventh highest-grossing movie of all time at the worldwide box office and the third highest-grossing movie of all time at the domestic box office.

So, what do we know about Spider-Man: Brand New Day? Hollywood Life has rounded up all the news you need to know about Spider-Man 4.

What We Know About Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige confirmed Spider-Man 4 ahead of the release of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. “All I will say is that we have the story. We have big ideas for that, and our writers are just putting pen to paper now,” Kevin told EW about the fourth Spider-Man film in an interview that was published on February 14, 2023. Kevin didn’t divulge any details about the plot for Spider-Man 4, but this is an exciting update nonetheless.

Amy had previously noted that more Spider-Man movies were in the works. “This is not the last movie that we are going to make with Marvel – [this is not] the last Spider-Man movie,” Amy revealed to Fandango while promoting No Way Home. “We are getting ready to make the next Spider-Man movie with Tom Holland and Marvel. We’re thinking of this as three films, and now we’re going to go onto the next three. This is not the last of our MCU movies.”

A few weeks after Amy’s Fandango interview, Kevin revealed to the New York Times, “Amy and I and Disney and Sony are talking about — yes, we’re actively beginning to develop where the story heads next, which I only say outright because I don’t want fans to go through any separation trauma like what happened after Far From Home. That will not be occurring this time.”

During an October 2024 interview with The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon, Tom Holland confirmed that the cast has a filming date set. He shared, “Next summer, we start shooting. Everything’s good to go. We’re nearly there.”

Spider-Man: Brand New Day 2026 Release Date

Spider-Man; Brand New Day will hit theaters on July 31, 2026.

Will Tom Holland Return As Spider-Man?

Tom is suiting up again as everyone’s friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! Previously, however, there were some doubts over whether or not he’d return.

Tom Holland as Spider-Man. (Everett Collection)

Ahead of No Way Home’s release, the actor was mulling over his future as the superhero. “Maybe it is time for me to move on,” he told GQ. “Maybe what’s best for Spider-Man is that they do a Miles Morales film. I have to take Peter Parker into account as well, because he is an important part of my life.” He added, “If I’m playing Spider-Man after I’m 30, I’ve done something wrong.”

Tom later backtracked on his words and said he had been “misconstrued.” He told Extra, “I don’t know what the future of Spider-Man looks like. I don’t know whether I’m going to be a part of it. Spider-Man will always live on in me, and I know that [producer] Amy [Pascal] and the studio are keen to figure out what the next chapter of Spider-Man looks like. If that happens to be with me, then that’s very exciting but, you know, if it’s time for me to walk away then I’ll do so proudly.”

He continued, “What I was referring to, in that interview, it’s because I would be taking up an opportunity for someone to come in and change what being Spider-Man means. Spider-Man could be more diverse, it could be a female character, it could be anything.”

Amy made sure to make it clear that the future of Spider-Man definitely includes Tom. “As long as he wants to make Spider-Man movies, we will make Spider-Man movies,” Amy told Variety at the No Way Home premiere. “But I’m a producer, and I always think everything is going to work out. If I have my way we will.”

Most recently, Tom suffered a mild concussion while filming Spider-Man: Brand New Day on September 19, 2025 at Leavesden Studios in the UK, according to The Sun and Deadline. The injury earned him a hospital visit and a short filming pause.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Cast & Crew

In addition to Tom, you can expect Spider-Man fan favorites like Zendaya‘s MJ, Jacob Batalon’s Ned, and Jon Favreau’s Happy to return for Spider-Man 4. Sony chairman Tom Rothman told Deadline that it was his “hope” to have the “whole group” back for a fourth film, including director Jon Watts.

Per Deadline, Stranger Things star Sadie Sink is set to join the cast. The outlet speculates that she may play Jean Grey from X-Men or another well-known red-haired Spider-Man character.

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Tom Holland, Jacob Batalon, and Zendaya in ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home.’ (Everett Collection)

It hasn’t been confirmed which villain Peter Parker/Spider-Man will battle next, but it could be Venom, played by Tom Hardy. In the post-credits scene for Venom: Let There Be Carnage, Eddie and Venom are in a hotel room when they are transported into the MCU. In the new room, Venom notices the television screen. It’s J. Jonah Jameson revealing Peter Parker is Spider-Man. Venom is entranced by Peter and licks the screen.

“We’ll have to see,” Venom director Ruben Fleischer told CinemaBlend about a possible crossover film. “I mean, it would be honestly a dream come true to have those two worlds converge. It’ll be a formidable battle between those two characters, so… whether or not I direct it, I’ll certainly be excited to see it.”

What Happened at the End Of Spider-Man: No Way Home?

Spider-Man: No Way Home started with Quentin Beck/Mysterio exposing Peter’s identity as Spider-Man. Peter decided to go to Dr. Strange for help. Strange began to cast a spell that would make everyone forget Peter is Spider-Man, but Peter messed with the spell when wanted to make a last-minute adjustment with his loved ones keeping their memories.

Strange’s corrupted spell brings people from the multiverse who know Spider-Man’s identity into their universe. Villains from previous Spider-Man films like Willem Dafoe’s Norman Osborn, Alfred Molina’s Doc Ock, and Jamie Foxx’s Electro all show up. Strange preps to reverse the corrupted spell and send the villains back to their original universes. Peter, always asking a bit too much, wants to cure the villains so they can possibly change their fates when they get back home.

Strange refuses to go along with Peter’s plan, so Peter steals the spell and traps Strange in the Mirror Dimension. As Peter is working on the cure, the Green Goblin took back control of Norman and set off a chain of events that leads to Aunt May’s death.

Ned and MJ use Strange’s sling ring to try and find Peter after May’s death. However, instead of finding their peter, they discover alternate versions of Peter from other universes. These Peters are Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield, who starred in their own Spider-Man films. The three Parkers ultimately work together to help cure the villains.

They devise a plan to lure the villains to the Statue of Liberty. Like always, the Green Goblin just has to stir up some chaos. When MJ falls from the Statue of Liberty, Andrew’s Peter gets a chance at redemption. He saves MJ after not being able to save his love Gwen Stacy. With the contained spell, Goblin allows the barriers between universes to break apart, allowing others who know Peter’s identity into his world.

Peter comes to the conclusion that the only way to save the multiverse is to erase Peter Parker from everyone’s memory, including his loved ones. Strange casts the spell, but Peter promises MJ and Ned that he will find them. After the spell is cast, everyone returns to their universes, with the elder Peters bidding farewell to the young Peter. On his way out, Eddie Brock/Sandman accidentally leaves behind a smidge of Venom symbiote.

The movie flashes forward two weeks later. Peter finds MJ working at a coffee shop. She doesn’t recognize him. He’s about to reintroduce himself but ultimately decides not to. Peter goes to visit May’s grave and crosses paths with Happy, who also doesn’t recognize Peter. Peter decides he can’t give up his power, so he creates a new suit and continues to protect the streets of New York City.

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The Summer I Turned Pretty movie: Release date speculation and news
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The Summer I Turned Pretty movie: Release date speculation and news

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Making the announcement from Paris, France (where the dramatic finale mostly took place), author of the books the show is based on, Jenny Han, shared: “There is another big milestone left in Belly’s journey, and I thought only a movie could give it its proper due.

“I’m so grateful to Prime Video for continuing to support my vision for this story and for making it possible to share this final chapter with the fans.”

Fans of the books will know – spoilers follow – they end with Belly’s marriage to Conrad, so while details of the film’s plot are being kept under tight wraps for now, with production due to start soon, we could safely bet we might see some more wedding planning for the Cousins gang.

Keep this page bookmarked as we keep it updated with the latest news on The Summer I Turned Pretty movie.

When will The Summer I Turned Pretty movie be released?

Lola Tung and Christopher Briney.

So far, there is no confirmed release date for The Summer I Turned Pretty movie after it was announced on 17th September 2025.

The good news is that Jenny Han will be penning the film, which has been dubbed “the final chapter”, but she has suggested fans may have to wait a little while and ruled out a 2026 release.

Han told Variety: “I don’t know when it will be out, but I don’t think it’s safe to say next year because we haven’t filmed it yet. I honestly, really want that extra time, because it’s just getting the actors a little bit closer to adulthood.”

She added: “We’re getting to see Belly at 15, turning 16, and then seeing her as this young woman. And now Lola is 22! I think that I always wanted some distance for the movie, so I’m really glad to get that breathing space.”

We’ll keep this page updated with any information on the release date as we have it.

The Summer I Turned Pretty movie cast speculation

Belly, played by Lola Tung, holds her hands up as she dances in a crowd in a white dress.

Lola Tung in The Summer I Turned Pretty. Erika Doss © AMAZON CONTENT SERVICES LLC

We don’t yet know who will be in The Summer I Turned Pretty movie, but based on plot speculation, we’d expect to see the following at the very least:

  • Lola Tung playing Belly
  • Christopher Briney playing Conrad
  • Gavin Casalegno playing Jeremiah
  • Sean Kaufman playing Steven
  • Rain Spencer playing Taylor
  • Jackie Chung playing Laurel
  • Tom Everett Scott playing Adam
  • Colin Ferguson playing John

What will The Summer I Turned Pretty movie be about?

Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Belly (Lola Tung) in The Summer I Turned Pretty

Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Belly (Lola Tung) in The Summer I Turned Pretty. Erika Doss / Prime Video

At time of writing, there are no confirmed plot details for The Summer I Turned Pretty movie and Han has said she doesn’t yet know how far ahead in time the movie could jump.

However, there’s plenty to speculate about after the thrilling ending to season 3, which saw Belly and Conrad finally get together after years of will-they-won’t-they.

Fans of the books were expecting to see a glimpse of their wedding, which we didn’t get, so it would be safe to assume that will be a central point of the movie.

There were also some unanswered plot points at the end of season 3 which could also be addressed.

Steven (Sean Kaufman) and Taylor (Rain Spencer) were going from strength to strength until there was the small issue that Steven might have to move to San Francisco to start his business. Taylor seemed happy to follow him in the end, but will they last? (We hope so!)

Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno) also found a new love with Denise (Isabella Briggs) so we’d be really interested to see if they last, too!

The Summer I Turned Pretty is available to stream on Prime Video.

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Release Date, Plot, Cast & More – Hollywood Life
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Release Date, Plot, Cast & More – Hollywood Life

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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is going back to his fighting roots but taking them to the big screen. In A24’s The Smashing Machine, the actor and WWE pro wrestler plays real-life retired fighter Mark Kerr, delivering an emotionally complex performance for the first time in his film career.

Johnson was admittedly “scared” to tackle the role, he revealed on CBS Sunday Morning partly because, up until now, he’s had a reputation of being a box office champ rather than an experienced actor.

“For years, I’ve been dreaming and hoping,” he explained. “My desire was to play not only a dramatic role, but something that I felt like I could really sink my teeth into, and rip myself open. You hear that term. I just didn’t want to do drama. I wanted to do something that really allowed me to do that. … I was chasing something for a lot of years, and what I was chasing was box office. And there’s a part of me, the brain [that goes], ‘Don’t rock the boat. Stay in this zone. Everyone’s happy. You’re paying the bills.’ But the heart is like, ‘Yeah. But you’re not being fulfilled.’”

Here, Hollywood Life has all the details you need to know on Johnson’s highly anticipated performance in The Smashing Machine.

What Is The Smashing Machine About?

The film explores the trials and tribulations of Kerr’s wrestling and MMA career. There is also a documentary of the same name that examines Kerr’s life.

I was chasing something for a lot of years, and what I was chasing was box office,” he said. “And there’s a part of me, the brain [that goes], ‘Don’t rock the boat. Stay in this zone. Everyone’s happy. You’re paying the bills.’ But the heart is like, ‘Yeah. But you’re not being fulfilled

Who Is Mark Kerr? Learn About the Former MMA Fighter

Kerr is a former wrestler and MMA fighter who was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion and a World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner. His career took him around the world to compete in various championships and competitions.

Kerr has been retired from mixed martial arts and wrestling since 2010.

The Smashing Machine Cast

The main cast of The Smashing Machine features Dwayne as Kerr and Emily Blunt as his wife, Dawn Staples.

When Does The Smashing Machine Premiere? See Release Date

The Smashing Machine will be released in the United States on October 3, 2025.

How to Watch The Smashing Machine: Is it Streaming Yet?

The Smashing Machine will be released in theaters. The film is not streaming yet.

Several A24 movies tend to stream on HBO Max, so The Smashing Machine may be released onto the platform in 2026, but the production company has yet to unveil an official streaming date.

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Celebrities React To Cardi B's 'Am I The Drama?' Album Release
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Celebrities React To Cardi B’s ‘Am I The Drama?’ Album Release

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Cardi B is taking over everyone’s timelines today with the release of her new album, Am I The Drama?.

The Bronx rapper built up the anticipation by teasing her sophomore effort sporadically with singles, check-ins via guest verses, and updates. Over seven years have gone by since her monstrous debut, Invasion Of Privacy, which made landfall on April 6, 2018, and went on to win Rap Album of the year at the 2019 Grammys.

Now, the mother of three (soon to be four) is back and hungrier than ever. Her new 23-track project boasts an elite list of guest appearances from names like Janet Jackson, Tyla, Cash Cobain, Summer Walker, Lizzo, Kehlani, Selena Gomez, Lourdiz, and Megan Thee Stallion. It was led by previously released singles like “Outside” and “Imaginary Playerz.”

Amid the hype surrounding the album, the “WAP” artist announced several opportunities for fans to catch her in person. Starting today, she’s heading out on a string of meet and greet appearances across several cities. After that, she’s embarking on her first-ever headlining arena tour. Visit the full list of dates and ticket details here.

Listen to the newly released Am I The Drama? album above and check out celebrity reactions below.

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When is Celebrity Race Across the World 2025? Release date speculation
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When is Celebrity Race Across the World 2025? Release date speculation

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Their journey kicks off on the idyllic Caribbean island of Isla Mujeres, and from there, they must race 5,900km to reach the finish line in the remote and breathtaking Península de La Guajira in Colombia.

Of course, the celebs won’t have the help of smartphones or bank cards and will have to part from the comfortable travel they’re used to as they squeeze everything they can out of a shoestring budget.

Read on for everything you need to know about Celebrity Race Across the World 2025.

Will there be a Celebrity Race Across the World season 3?

Sam and Scott on Celebrity Race Across the World. Studio Lambert

Yes! The BBC has confirmed that Celebrity Race Across the World season 3 will be coming to BBC One and iPlayer this autumn.

Is there a release date for Celebrity Race Across the World season 3?

Not yet. In the past, the series hasn’t stuck to the same release pattern, but with the cast now confirmed, we can expect it to be on screens very soon.

Who is taking part in Celebrity Race Across the World season 3?

The BBC has now confirmed all four duos for the third season of Celebrity Race Across the World.

Derry Girls and Big Boys star Dylan Llewellyn will be taking part alongside his mum Jackie.

Dylan said of them joining the line-up: “It’s like a whole whirlwind of emotions, and so many struggles and challenges. But also, I feel like you grow a lot as a person. I feel like I’m a better person after it.”

Elsewhere, Woman’s Hour and Countryfile presenter Anita Rani is involved in the race alongside her dad, Bal. She shared the news on Instagram, saying: “I can’t tell you any more than that, you’ll have to watch it to find out but yeah, I got to do the dream programme.”

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DJ Tyler West and actress Molly Rainford will also be taking part, alongside broadcaster Roman Kemp and his sister Harley Moon.

Celebrity Race Across the World returns to BBC One and iPlayer soon.

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