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‘Breaking Bad’ Wins Best Television Series at the 2014 Golden Globes
After coming to an end last year, 'Breaking Bad' managed to squeeze out one last "Best Television Series" award, taking the big prize at the 2014 Golden Globes.
’22 Jump Street’ Trailer: Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum Go Back to School
"What's up dawg." "We're back!" And so the '22 Jump Street' trailer begins as Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum return for the sequel to their fantastic comedy '21 Jump Street.' As teased at the end of the original movie, the sequel has them going off to college. Let's take a look at the '22 Jump Street' trailer and see if we want to enroll with them.
First ‘Anchorman 2′ Clip: Is That What Ron Burgundy Really Sounds Like?
For as much as we love 'Anchorman' and Ron Burgundy, we're very happy to be at the point where we can watch actual footage from the film instead of countless promotional spots for the various 'Anchorman 2' sponsors. Yes, the first 'Anchorman 2' clip is here and it'll get you laughing along with Ron Burgundy. Wait, did we see with Ron Burgundy? We meant you'll be laughing at Ron Burgundy.
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Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly to Reunite For Halloween Comedy ‘Devil’s Night’
Huff and Doback are back. Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly will once again reunite for the upcoming Halloween-themed comedy titled 'Devil's Night.' Hey, it's no 'Step Brothers 2' but it's a start.
Sandra Bullock Says She Won’t Return For ‘The Heat 2′
'The Heat' was one of this summer's surprise hits making over $200 million worldwide. Almost immediately a writer was hired to write 'The Heat 2' and a sequel was in motion, but Fox forgot one important thing: asking Sandra Bullock if she had interest in returning. The Oscar-winning actress flatly told The Wrap at the 'Gravity' premiere in Los Angeles, "I’m not doing a sequel to 'The Heat.'&q
‘Breaking Bad’ Wins Outstanding Drama Series at the 2013 Emmy Awards
After getting snubbed all night in the major categories, 'Breaking Bad' took home the big prize at the 2013 Emmy Awards -- Best Drama Series!
‘Batman vs. Superman’ – Ben Affleck Talks For the First Time About Fan Backlash to His Casting
Up until now, almost every actor in Hollywood has been asked for their reaction on Ben Affleck being cast as Batman in 'Batman vs. Superman' (as if their opinion mattered at all), when the one person we wanted to hear from - Affleck himself - has stayed completely silent.
Until now. Affleck appeared on 'Late Night With Jimmy Fallon' last night and talked about why he wanted to star as Batman, his
Jack Nicholson Retires From Acting at Age 76
Perhaps all work and no play really does make Jack a dull boy.
3-time Oscar-winning actor Jack Nicholson has quietly retired from acting according to a new report citing sources close to the 76-year-old actor. The actor reportedly suffering from memory loss and has no further plans to appear in any more movies.
‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ – Is This Who Will Play Luke and Han Solo’s Kids?
With 'Star Wars: Episode 7' scheduled to begin filming in January, you would think that casting needs to get underway quickly so that the lengthy rehearsal/pre-production stage can begin. Well, expect 'Star Wars' casting to heat up over the next few weeks and we have our first real leads as to who is in consideration to star. Enter Rachel Hurd-Wood and Alex Pettyfer.
Matt Damon in Negotiations to Return to ‘Bourne’ Franchise
Just as recently as earlier this year, Matt Damon was talking that a return to the 'Bourne' franchise that turned him into an A-list action star was highly unlikely. But, this is Hollywood and sometimes what is completely unlikely one day (like Ben Affleck as Batman), becomes a reality the next. And so, Matt Damon is in negotiations to return for another 'Bourne' film along with 'Bourne Ultimatum'
Seth MacFarlane Announces ‘Ted 2′ Release Date
We've been hearing about 'Ted 2' since...well, since the first 'Ted' became a box-office sensation and made $550 million worldwide. But, since then, we've had precious little in the way of actual updates. Sure, everyone - including star Mark Wahlberg and writer/director Seth MacFarlane - want it to happen, but would it actually happen? MacFarlane took to Twitter and let everyone know that it is ha
Arnold Schwarzenegger Confirms ‘Terminator 5,’ Says Shooting Begins in January
Earlier this week, we got word that 'Terminator 5' would set up shop at Paramount Pictures, a new home for the franchise after two lackluster films with Warner Bros. But what did that actually mean for the movie? Sure, it had a new home, but does that actually get us closer to seeing 'Terminator 5' in theaters? It turns out it does. Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke out today, confirmed his involvement