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Pop Culture Check: Entertainment News You Need to Know Right Now
Grab your popcorn, because all this entertainment news is juicy.
The world of entertainment and pop culture is ever-evolving, delivering a steady stream of new movies, TV shows, and buzzworthy moments that keep us on the edge of our seats. From local gems to global blockbusters, there’s always something exciting to dive into.
From breakout streaming hits to award-winning cinema and headline-making celebrity news, the entertainment world keeps our feeds buzzing with excitement.
Got a snack at the ready? Let’s dig in!
Zendaya and Robert Pattinson Are Teaming Up in 2026’s Most Hyped Film
Two of Hollywood’s most magnetic stars are joining forces in The Drama, A24’s upcoming romantic dramedy landing in cinemas April 2026 — and the internet is already obsessed. Directed by Kristoffer Borgli, the film follows a couple in the jittery days before their wedding, when unsettling truths threaten to upend everything. Expect tension, charm and serious on-screen chemistry, wrapped in A24’s signature indie gloss.
Early stills have sent fans into meltdown, and with Zendaya and Pattinson leading the charge, this is shaping up to be the cinematic event of next year. Keep your eyes on this one — it’s destined to dominate your feed and your group chats.
April 2026 release
Why We’re Not Emotionally Prepared for Hamnet
There are films you mark in your calendar and films you emotionally brace for. Hamnet sits firmly — dramatically — in the latter category. Directed by Chloé Zhao (yes, the woman who cracked open our chests with Nomadland), this adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s bestselling novel has already been hailed as one of the most devastatingly beautiful films of the year. And it hasn’t even opened widely yet.
The premise alone is designed to break your heart in two. It imagines the private world of William Shakespeare — played by Paul Mescal with that soft, ruinous intensity he does too well — and his wife Agnes, brought to life by Jessie Buckley in what critics are calling the performance of her career. At its centre: the death of their son, Hamnet, and the steady, pulsing grief that shaped a family and, possibly, the creation of Hamlet. Historical fiction, yes. Emotionally factual, absolutely.
Early reactions from its festival run have been deliriously glowing. It won TIFF’s People’s Choice Award, and critics across the board are lining up words like “exquisite,” “shattering,” and “one of the best films of this or any year.” Zhao apparently considers it the most vulnerable film she’s ever made — which, if you’ve seen her work, is saying something borderline dangerous.
Whether you’re watching for the craft, the performances, the mythology or simply because you enjoy a scheduled emotional collapse, Hamnet is shaping up to be the film of the year (and the film everyone will be talking about long after they’ve stopped crying).
Australian release date: Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Michelle Obama Is Coming to Australia for an Exclusive Live Conversation Series
One of the world’s most influential voices is heading Down Under. Former First Lady, bestselling author and global advocate Michelle Obama will appear in Melbourne and Sydney in May 2026 for two intimate on-stage conversations presented by Growth Faculty.
Audiences can expect a rare, up-close look at her life in public service, her work empowering women and young people, and the personal stories that have shaped her journey, from the White House to her newest book, The Look. Unsurprisingly, this is expected to be a sell-out event, so purchase your tickets quickly!
Purchase tickets here.
Callum Turner Has Entered His Big-Screen Breakout Era — Here Are the Five Roles to Know
Some actors arrive in a blaze of hype. Others, like Callum Turner, slide into your algorithm quietly, steal the room without asking (and fall in love with Dua Lipa while doing so), and suddenly you’re deep-diving filmographies you swore you didn’t have time for. With Eternity on the horizon and a string of wildly different roles behind him, the internet’s collective realisation feels unanimous: this man has been doing the work, and we’re only just catching up.
In the interest of cultural clarity, here are the five Turner roles behind our mild-to-moderate fixation.
1. The Boys in the Boat (2023)
Turner brings a quiet force to this Clooney-directed Olympic drama, playing Depression-era rower Joe Rantz with grit, restraint and a heartbeat you feel more than see. The underdog stakes, the 1936 Berlin backdrop and his steady, soulful performance combine to deliver that rare thing — a sports film that actually stays with you.
2. Green Room (2015)
A tight, ferocious thriller where Turner plays a punk guitarist trapped in a nightmare gig. The film is pure adrenaline, but it’s Turner’s naturalism — sharp, real, unsettlingly grounded — that elevates it. If Boys in the Boat is his earnest charm era, this is his indie-grit, “I survive horror films” era. Distinct skill set unlocked.
3. Emma. (2020)
A pastel-soaked Austen adaptation where Turner steps in as Frank Churchill, the dashing wildcard with impeccable tailoring and suspiciously perfect hair. It’s one of those performances that feels breezy on the surface and deceptively clever beneath it; he can play playful, sly and period-polished without losing sincerity.
4. Masters of the Air (2024)
From the creators of Band of Brothers, this Apple TV+ epic gives Turner the space to go full dramatic heavyweight as Major John “Bucky” Egan. His performance lands with grit and ache — loyalty tested, courage frayed, responsibility written across every frame. It’s the role you realise he isn’t just leading-man material… he already is one.
5. What’s Next: The Turner Timeline Only Gets Better
Turner’s future slate is looking suspiciously like a flex. Aside from Eternity, he has three more films we can’t wait to watch. Rose of Nevada is a time-twisting mystery set in a troubled Cornish village, where a long-lost trawler returns after thirty years and two deckhands realise the boat has pulled them into another era. He stars alongside George MacKay and Rosalind Eleazar. One Night Only follows a romantic encounter in a world where premarital sex is illegal except for one government-approved night a year; Turner leads with Monica Barbaro, with Molly Ringwald and LeVar Burton also appearing. And Rosebush Pruning is an atmospheric family drama about illness, inheritance and tension simmering inside a rural estate, with Turner joining a powerhouse cast including Elle Fanning, Riley Keough, Pamela Anderson, Jamie Bell and Tracy Letts.
Three wildly different projects point to the same thing: Callum Turner is choosing roles that make his rise feel inevitable and very fun to watch.
Cue the Couture & Chaos — First Devil Wears Prada 2 Teaser Just Dropped
The first teaser trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 is here. In just under a minute, we’re served red‑heeled stomps, sharp glares, designer chaos, and high-stakes office drama — Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) is icy as ever, Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway) is back navigating power plays, and wardrobe moments that slay harder than ever. While not spotted in this teaser, fan favourites Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci are set to return as Emily and Nigel, joined by new additions Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, B.J. Novak, Pauline Chalamet, Simone Ashley, Patrick Brammall, and Kenneth Branagh — adding star power and intrigue. The teaser also nods to the original’s iconic Vogue beat, giving a wink to long-time fans while promising the same high-fashion chaos we’ve been waiting 20 years for.
Coming to cinemas April 30th, 2026
The New Season of Emily in Paris Has Her Saying Ciao to France
As we said adieu to Emily in the last season of Emily in Paris, she chooses to follow her heart to Italy. Continuing her romance with with Italian fashion heir Marcello (and trying to forget chef Gabriel), she’s refocusing her attention on launching Agence Grateau’s new office.
Speaking to Tudum about the upcoming season, Creator Darren Star said, “This season is a tale of two cities: Rome and Paris. Straddling both, Emily takes love and life to the next level.”
From the just-dropped trailer, the latest instalment appears packed with lavish parties, bold fashion looks and plenty of beautiful locations to incite some wanderlust.
Bridgerton Season 4 Officially Has A Release Date
Alert the ton! The highly-anticipated fourth season of Bridgerton now has a release date (and it’s closer than you might think). Set to be released in two parts, the steamy, regency-period romance will hit Netflix in four episodes on January 29th, 2026, with the final four released on February 26th.
The new season will focus on yet another member of the Bridgerton family, this time seeing Benedict Bridgerton (played by Luke Thompson), stepping into the lead. His love interest is none other than homegrown Australian talent Yerin Ha, who plays Sophie Baek in the show. The pair meet at a masquerade ball with a Cinderella-esque plotline later playing out. We cannot wait.
J-Law Unbound: Why The New “Die, My Love” Trailer Has Everyone Obsessed
Lynne Ramsay doesn’t make films — she detonates them. The trailer for her latest project, Die, My Love, has left us collectively unwell (in the best way). Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson both star and shine in what looks to be Ramsay’s most visceral descent yet: motherhood as madness, love as a slow undoing, shot through with beauty and dread. Lawrence burns through the screen — raw, magnetic, and probably on her way to an Oscar nomination — while Ramsay’s signature lyricism makes every frame feel ferociously alive.
It’s unsettling, hypnotic and already the film everyone will be dissecting by year’s end. Consider our tickets pre-booked and our emotional stability… pending.
Zayn & Louis Reunite for a Netflix Road Trip
Almost a decade after Zayn Malik’s shock departure from One Direction, he and Louis Tomlinson are reuniting on screen, though not in the way anyone imagined. The pair are fronting a new three-part Netflix documentary that follows them on a cross-country road trip through the United States, a journey spiked with reunion, reflection and just enough chaos to keep things interesting.
Directed by Nicola Marsh (Song Exploder, Taylor Swift: Miss Americana) and produced by Campfire Studios, the series promises a candid portrait of two friends finding their way back to each other. Expect late-night conversations about fractured friendships and the long road to forgiveness, reflections on solo stardom versus boyband fame, and plenty of unscripted detours that put their rekindled bond to the test.
The reunion carries particular poignancy in the wake of Liam Payne’s passing in 2024 — a loss that brought the former bandmates closer and sparked whispers of reconciliation. Netflix is already framing the project as part love letter to fans, part ode to friendship, billing it as “a spontaneous adventure of reconnection, exploration, and laughter.”
With nostalgia in the rear-view mirror and wide American highways ahead, this series isn’t just for One Direction loyalists — it’s shaping up as an emotional ride for anyone who’s ever lost touch and wondered what it really takes to find your way back.
Expected release date in 2026
Eternity Gets Its Australian Release Date: The Afterlife Love Story We’ve Been Waiting For
Fresh from its international premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, Eternity will arrive in Australian cinemas on December 4th, 2025, distributed by A24. The new film from David Freyne (Dating Amber) stars Elizabeth Olsen, Miles Teller, and Callum Turner, with a stellar supporting cast including John Early, Olga Merediz, and Academy Award® winner Da’Vine Joy Randolph (The Holdovers).
Every so often, a film arrives that makes you swoon like the golden age of cinema never left, and Eternity is precisely that. At once imaginative and bittersweet, this romantic comedy unfolds in the afterlife, where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity. For Joan (Olsen), the choice is impossible: remain with the man she built a life with (Teller) or rekindle a love that ended too soon (Turner), now waiting for her after decades apart.
With its dream cast and heady premise, Eternity promises a love story that transcends time — and life itself.
In cinemas from December 4th, 2025
Watch the trailer here
Final Wicked For Good Trailer Drops — Release Day Can’t Come Soon Enough
The final trailer for Wicked For Good is here, and between the gasps and goosebumps, we’ve started to count down the days to its release. Cynthia Erivo’s powerhouse vocals send chills as familiar songs hit with fresh energy. We get the first glimpses of Dorothy stepping into Oz, more of Ariana Grande’s signature Glinda humour, and hints of drama that promise to keep us on the edge of our seats. Every frame is packed with spectacle, music, and emotion. With just 56 days to go, this last look proves the wait is going to be totally worth it.
In cinemas November 21st, 2025
Roku’s Laguna Beach Reunion Is Pure Nostalgia
The Laguna Beach cast is reuniting for a 20th-anniversary special, and our millennial hearts can’t handle it! Lauren Conrad, Kristin Cavallari, Stephen Colletti, and more return for two hours of laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and reactions to the show’s most iconic moments. Fans will get a trip back to Laguna Beach and all the unforgettable drama that made the series a cultural phenomenon. It’s the reunion we didn’t know we needed — but totally do.
Coming 2026
SCREENX is Coming to Melbourne & Blacktown NSW
Melbourne movie nights just levelled up. HOYTS has unveiled SCREENX at Melbourne Central, with Blacktown to follow later this year, and it’s the most immersive cinema experience yet. Forget 3D — SCREENX stretches key scenes beyond the front screen, spilling onto the side walls to create a sweeping 270-degree view. Multiple projectors and surround sound wrap the action right around you, making blockbusters, musicals, and even animations feel larger than life.
Expect titles like Wicked, Avatar: Fire and Ash, and Zootopia 2 to light up the format before year’s end. If movie nights are back on your cultural calendar, this is the screen to see them on.
Tickets for TRON: Ares are on sale now.
Melbourne Central
Blacktown, NSW (coming later this year)
The Summer I Turned Pretty Is Coming to the Big Screen
The world has been swept up in the tides of The Summer I Turned Pretty — and now, it’s about to take its next big leap. At the Season 3 finale premiere, Prime Video dropped the surprise of the summer: a movie is officially on the way for Belly and Conrad. Showrunner and author Jenny Han teased what’s next, saying Belly still has one major chapter ahead, and it deserves nothing less than a movie. Fans can expect all the sun-soaked nostalgia, tangled love stories and Cousins Beach magic to follow, but this time, on the silver screen.
It’s Official: Big Little Lies Has Been Renewed for a Third Season
After six long years, HBO has confirmed Big Little Lies season three is in the works. And yes, the OG powerhouse cast is returning: Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Shailene Woodley, Zoë Kravitz, and Laura Dern are all back in action. Behind the scenes, there’s a fresh perspective — Francesca Sloane (Atlanta, Mr. & Mrs. Smith) will write the first episode and serve as executive producer. New secrets, new twists, and the same perfectly curated chaos await… and we are here for it. Release date still to come.
The White Lotus Just Booked Its Next Check-In…and It’s France!
HBO’s The White Lotus has checked in for Season 4 — destination France. Deadline confirms Mike White and HBO have set their sights on l’Hexagone, with speculation circling three Four Seasons properties: the famed Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat on the Riviera, alpine Megève, and Paris’ palatial George V. While no hotel is locked, White has previously shunned chilly climes, making a sun-soaked setting more likely.
More privilege, satire and scandal are set to play out against a backdrop of glossy luxury and razor-sharp dysfunction — and we, for one, can’t wait.
The First Wuthering Heights Trailer Has Us Gasping for Air
Le gasp. The trailer for Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights just dropped and we’re still trying to collect our wigs from the moors. Margot Robbie’s Catherine and Jacob Elordi’s Heathcliff are giving fever-dream feral energy — sweat, whips, finger-sucking, Charli XCX blaring over the Yorkshire Dales — and frankly, we don’t know if we’re scandalised, aroused, or both. It’s gothic, it’s horny, it’s utterly unhinged, and it might just be the most iconic trailer we’ve seen this year.
One thing’s for sure: Valentine’s Day 2026 is about to get feral.
“Kangaroo” Hops Offscreen to Make the Red Centre the Next Must-See Destination
From the visionary team behind Paddington comes Kangaroo — a tender family comedy set against the vast, ochre heart of Central Australia. More than a film, it is a poetic tribute to Alice Springs and its surrounding landscapes, weaving ancient Indigenous stories and breathtaking vistas into a narrative of unexpected friendship and the rescue of orphaned joeys. With two-thirds of travellers now inspired by screen stories, Kangaroo is poised to ignite a fresh wave of wanderlust, transforming the Northern Territory into 2025’s ultimate set-jetting destination.
Expect moments that move you — laughter, tears, and a profound reverence for the wild Aussie spirit. Featuring iconic locales like Simpsons Gap and the Kangaroo Sanctuary, this reel-to-reality journey invites families to discover, connect, and belong. It opens in cinemas on 18th September. Your next adventure begins here.
Cast: Ryan Corr, Brooke Satchwell, Ernie Dingo, Rachel House, Deborah Mailman, Roy Billing
Opens in cinemas 18th September
Cher’s Back, Baby: Clueless Sequel is Totally Buggin’
Break out the plaid skirts and feather-trimmed pens — Cher Horowitz is officially making her comeback. Peacock has confirmed a Clueless sequel series, with Alicia Silverstone reprising her most iconic role and joining as executive producer. The original film’s creator, Amy Heckerling, is back on board, along with the brains behind Gossip Girl and The O.C., promising a fresh spin with all the Beverly Hills sparkle we love. Story details are still under wraps, but one thing’s certain: our ’90s fashion muse is about to serve a whole new era of totally buggin’.
Hey You Guys! The Goonies Sequel Is Finally Happening
Four decades, five abandoned scripts, and a generation of treasure-hunting superfans later, The Goonies 2 is officially in the works. No, not a reboot (thank the truffle shuffle gods), but a Spielberg-backed, Chris Columbus-produced sequel — one that’s being treated with the reverence of a long-lost map to One-Eyed Willy’s cave.
It’s still early days — no director yet, but Old Henry’s Potsy Ponciroli is penning the script, with Spielberg, Columbus, and Lauren Shuler Donner among the producers. As for the original cast? Let’s call it cautiously optimistic. Ke Huy Quan is keen, Josh Brolin’s wary, and Corey Feldman wants a Top Gun: Maverick approach — not Ghostbusters redux. If all goes to plan, expect to reunite with the gang (and hopefully their inhalers) sometime in 2026 or 2027. Because Goonies never say die; they just take a really, really long time to come back.
She’s Back: Oprah’s Returning to Australia for an Intimate Conversation Series
She once turned the Opera House into a cathedral of couch talk. Now, 15 years on, Oprah is returning — sans giveaways, sans razzle — to do what she does best: hold court and hold space. Oprah In Conversation, presented by Lilly, is less rock concert, more secular sermon. A velvet-gloved dissection of resilience, transformation and life’s stickier truths, delivered with that oracular warmth only she possesses.
It’s part gospel, part TED Talk, and entirely Oprah. No spin, no script — just a woman, a microphone, and a nation ready to listen.
On sale Wednesday 6th August
Purchase tickets here
Sydney – ICC Sydney Theatre – Thursday 4th December
Adelaide – Adelaide Entertainment Centre – Saturday 6th December
Brisbane – Brisbane Entertainment Centre – Monday 8th December
Melbourne – Plenary, MCEC – Thursday 11th December
TriStar Reignites ‘The Nightingale’, with Dakota and Elle Fanning to Star in the Film Adaptation the Best-Selling Novel
It’s been a long road out of war-torn France, but TriStar’s The Nightingale — adapted from Kristin Hannah’s global bestseller — has landed a release date: February 12th, 2027. Dakota and Elle Fanning will finally star together on screen, with To Leslie’s Michael Morris directing the WWII epic about two sisters navigating survival and resistance in Nazi-occupied France. After years of pandemic delays and director reshuffles, it’s finally all systems go.
With Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine producing, a Valentine’s-Super Bowl counterprogramming slot, and 11 million books sold, this long-gestating adaptation is poised to fly.
Release date: 12th February, 2027
Everything We Know About Christopher Nolan’s Mythic Masterpiece, The Odyssey
Christopher Nolan trades quantum riddles for raging seas in The Odyssey — a thunderous, all-or-nothing retelling of Homer’s ancient epic. This time, it’s Matt Damon steering the ship as Odysseus, with Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Jon Bernthal, and Charlize Theron (as Circe, say less) filling out the dream cast.
Shot entirely on IMAX and filmed across windswept coasts, sun-bleached ruins and moody northern shores, it’s shaping up to be Nolan’s most audacious vision yet. Think: sirens, sea monsters, and storm-wracked men grappling with fate — wrapped in the emotional heft only Nolan can hurl like a thunderbolt. Intimate, operatic, and absolutely colossal.
Release date: 17th July, 2026
From Rom-Com to Runway: Patrick Brammall’s Unexpected Leap into Devil Wears Prada Sequel
Patrick Brammall, fresh from the Aussie rom-com hit Colin From Accounts, is stepping into the glitzy, cutthroat world of The Devil Wears Prada 2 — and he’s playing Anne Hathaway’s new beau. Talk about a glow-up: from small-screen charm to runway romance, Brammall’s casting feels like the ultimate power move. With the original’s Adrian Grenier out, this fresh face is poised to bring a cheeky, down-to-earth spark to Andy Sachs’ love life — because in the world of high fashion, even love needs a little reinvention. Expect sparks (and stilettos) to fly when filming wraps this April.
Pacey & Joey Are Back Together — And This Time It’s Adulting Chaos
Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson are officially reuniting on screen — and honestly, our Dawson’s Creek hearts can barely handle it. But this isn’t a teenage heartbreak rerun. Katie’s writing, directing, and starring in Happy Hours — a three-part film trilogy diving deep into love, career chaos, and all the messy adulting we’re still winging. Joshua’s back too, bringing that iconic Joey charm straight to NYC this summer. With Mary-Louise Parker and Constance Wu joining the cast, expect sharp laughs, genuine feels, and a reunion long overdue. Buckle up — adulting just got seriously binge-worthy.
Who’s Joining Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada 2? The Sequel’s Stacked
Start practicing your cerulean monologue — The Devil Wears Prada 2 is officially in production, and the cast list is stacked. Anne Hathaway returns as fashion’s most traumatised former assistant Andy Sachs, with Meryl Streep once again slipping into the icy stilettos of Miranda Priestly. Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci are also back (justice!), alongside Tracie Thoms and Tibor Feldman.
But it’s the fresh faces making headlines, with Bridgerton‘s Simone Ashley, Lucy Liu, B.J. Novak, Justin Theroux, Pauline Chalamet, and Caleb Hearon all set to join the chic chaos. Also confirmed: Broadway stars Helen J. Shen and Tony-nominee Conrad Ricamora. Oh — and Kenneth Branagh, who’ll play Miranda’s husband. No big deal.
Set for May 1st, 2026 release
Daisy Edgar-Jones to Star in Stunning New Adaptation of Sense and Sensibility Written by Australian Author Diana Reid
Fans of Daisy Edgar-Jones are buzzing with excitement as the Normal People star is set to headline a fresh film adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved Sense and Sensibility. With a screenplay by acclaimed Australian novelist Diana Reid — known for her sharp, contemporary storytelling in novels like Love & Virtue and Signs of Damage — and directed by BAFTA-nominated Georgia Oakley, this new take promises to breathe modern vitality into the classic.
Produced by Focus Features and Working Title Films, the movie is slated for release in 2026 or early 2027. Prepare for a captivating blend of timeless romance and fresh energy, all wrapped in Edgar-Jones’s magnetic performance. We couldn’t be more hyped!
Lena Dunham’s New Series Too Much Is Giving Transatlantic Chaos, Romance and Razor-Sharp Wit
The queen of millennial mess is back — and this time, she’s swapped Brooklyn for Big Ben. Lena Dunham’s new Netflix series Too Much drops July 10th, and from the first trailer alone, it’s clear we’re in for a chaotic-good romantic reckoning. Think Fleabag meets Girls, but with better lighting and a touch more emotional growth.
Starring the brilliantly off-kilter Meg Stalter (Hacks) as a heartbroken New Yorker navigating London life and an unexpected connection with a scruffy British musician (played by The White Lotus’s Will Sharpe), Too Much dives into love, self-sabotage, and the art of starting over — often with a hangover.
Expect sharp dialogue, messy flats, and painful truths, anchored by a stellar supporting cast including Naomi Watts, Stephen Fry, Richard E. Grant, and Rhea Perlman. Not to mention notable guest appearances from Andrew Scott, Kit Harington, Andrew Rannells, Jennifer Saunders, Emily Ratajkowski, Jessica Alba, and Rita Ora. Co-created with her real-life husband, Luis Felber, who also provides the soundtrack (yes, really), this promises to be Dunham’s most honest, hilarious, and vulnerable work in years.
In short? It’s a must-watch for anyone who’s ever made a bad decision on a good date.
Stream on Netflix from July 10th
Wicked For Good Trailer Drops and We’re Holding Space
Dear Oz! Hold onto your hats, because the Wicked For Good trailer has dropped and it looks spectacular. Part two of the Wicked movie looks much darker, with an ominous soundtrack providing a sense of thrill as we dive deeper into Elphaba’s transformation, the rebellion brewing in Oz, and the high-stakes choices that lie ahead. Glinda’s dresses are bigger and more beautiful than ever, Fiyero’s somehow even more drop-dead gorgeous, and Elphaba’s voice still gives us chills. Coming to cinemas November 21st, expect drama, magic, and more goosebumps than ever. We can’t wait!
In cinemas 21st November
Meet the New Harry, Ron & Hermione: Casting Revealed for the Harry Potter Reboot
The Harry Potter reboot nobody saw coming has cast its new trio: Dominic McLaughlin as Harry, Arabella Stanton as Hermione, and Alastair Stout as Ron. After 32,000 auditions, fresh faces are stepping into these legendary roles.
Staying true to the books, the series has sparked controversy, with J.K. Rowling’s involvement being an obvious curse. Either way, the HBO Max series arrives in 2026 — and the buzz is undeniable.
The Devil Wears Prada Sequel is Coming Sooner Than We Thought
It’s been a long time coming, but The Devil Wears Prada sequel has finally been confirmed — and it’s arriving sooner than we expected. Disney has locked in a release date of May 1st, 2026, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what’s next for Miranda Priestly, Andrea Sachs, and Emily Charlton.
While no cast members have been officially confirmed just yet, The Puck previously reported that Meryl Streep will return as the iconic (and still terrifying) Miranda Priestly — and Emily Blunt is also said to be back. As for Stanley Tucci? He’s ready. Speaking to Variety, he shared: “I know they’re working on it. If it happens, I would be so happy, but I cannot give you any information.”
Behind the scenes, David Frankel, who directed the original, is set to return, alongside producer Wendy Finerman, with Aline Brosh McKenna once again penning the script.
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Kim Kardashian may not yet be a lawyer, but she’s playing one in the new Ryan Murphy created series All’s Fair, which dropped it’s first teaser trailer this morning.
The reality star-turned-actress appears alongside a star-studded cast that includes Aussie Naomi Watts, Glenn Close, Teyana Taylor and Sarah Paulson in the highly-anticipated legal drama that follows a team of female divorce attorneys who open their own “powerhouse practice” in Los Angeles.
Taking the stance that a girl’s best friend isn’t diamonds, but instead her divorce lawyers, the series appears to have everything we’d expect from a Ryan Murphy backed show: high fashion, luxury lifestyles and plenty of over-the-top drama. (He was, after all, the mastermind behind Glee, American Horror Story and Nip/Tuck).
While no exact release date has been announced, it’s due to drop in the US later this year, so we can expect to see it on Disney Plus at the same time.
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock Reunite for ‘Practical Magic 2’—Witchy Sequel Set for 2026
The spell is cast: Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock reunite as the Owens sisters in Practical Magic 2, premiering in cinemas on 18th September, 2026. Directed by Susanne Bier and written by Akiva Goldsman, the sequel draws inspiration from Alice Hoffman’s The Book of Magic, promising a fresh chapter in the beloved saga. Fans can expect a return to the enchanting mix of sisterhood, romance, and supernatural intrigue that made the original a cult classic. With both stars also on board as producers, the sequel is set to rekindle the magic for a new generation.
See the teaser here
Set for 18th September 2026 release
Aussie Actor Announced as Haymitch in New Hunger Games Film
Exciting new details have been announced for the latest upcoming film in the Hunger Games series: Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. The Hunger Games Instagram account is rolling out casting announcements, and we officially have our Haymitch Abernathy and Lenore Dove! While the shortlist released earlier this year had heartthrobs including Jacob Elordi, Tom Holland, Drew Starkey and Mike Faist as contenders for Haymitch, it was 20-year-old Australian actor, Joseph Zada (also known as Jo Cumpston), who secured the position. Best known for his roles in Invisible Boys and We Were Liars, this will be Joseph’s first role in a major blockbuster film. Joining him will be Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove, Haymitch’s rebellious love interest. You may recognise Whitney Peak from the 2021 Gossip Girl reboot, wherein she starred as Zoya Lott. Two more cast members have been announced: Mckenna Grace to play Maysilee Donner, another District 12 tribute and Haymitch’s ally, and Jesse Plemons to play a younger Plutarch Heavensbee.
Billy Ray, the screenwriter for the original Hunger Games film in 2012 will be writing the series’ latest adaptation from Suzanne Collins’ recently released novel, and we’re feverish with excitement. Set to be released in November 2026, we won’t be seeing a trailer any time soon. But the second it drops, we’ll be sat.
Emma Mackey Cast as White Witch in Greta Gerwig’s Narnia
Emma Mackey (Sex Education) has been cast as the villainous White Witch in Netflix and Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia. This evil spellcaster is responsible for plunging Narnia into an endless winter, and for turning her enemies into stone, and is the main villain in both Magician’s Nephew and The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe.
Mackey will likely be joined by Meryl Streep, who is currently in talks to play Aslan, the talking lion who is a vital character in the Chronicles. Set to be released late 2026, more casting details are yet to be announced.
Dolly Alderton to Write New Pride and Prejudice Series
Netflix has teamed up with best-selling author Dolly Alderton to create a new adaptation of the classic, Pride and Prejudice. Why is this being adapted yet again, you might ask? Because Dolly Alderton is writing the script and Euros Lyn (Heartstopper) is directing, we argue! Plus, who doesn’t love a good romantic comedy? Pride and Prejudice will be a six-part limited series and is said to closely follow the original text, which is filled with juicy drama, heart-wrenching romance and haunting twists. While no release date has been announced, several cast members have been confirmed. BAFTA-winning actor Jack Lowden is set to play Mr. Darcy, Golden Globe-winning actress Emma Corrin will take the role of Elizabeth Bennett, and Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman will be assuming the role of Mrs. Bennett. It’s a star-studded cast, that’s for sure!
Severance Confirmed for Season Three
Severance fans, rejoice! The cult-favourite Apple TV+ show has been renewed for its third season, with the announcement coming on the same date as the season two finale was released. Creator Dan Erickson has said that season three of Severance should hit screens quicker than the gruelling three-year wait it took for season two to reach fans due to roadblocks including the pandemic and disagreements in the writers’ room. While filming hasn’t commenced yet, tell your innies and outies to get excited!
Stream season one and two on Apple TV+
Jimmy Carr Announces Australian Shows for 2026
Jimmy Carr is coming down under! The UK comedian will be touring Australia from February to May next year with his new show, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny. Making his way through Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Geelong, Ballarat, Perth, Darwin, Cairns, Townsville, and more, Jimmy Carr is covering a lot of ground during his multi-month tour, allowing Aussies far and wide to collapse in a laughing heap.
Tickets go on sale 7th April, 2pm local time
The Internet’s Boyfriends Unite for Sam Mendes’ Beatles Biopics
Sam Mendes is set to break new ground with not one, but four Beatles biopics, all dropping in 2028, each focusing on one of the iconic band members. At CinemaCon, Mendes revealed the star-studded cast: Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr, and Joseph Quinn as George Harrison. Swoon! With the bold plan of releasing all four films as a cohesive cinematic experience, Sony is tapping into the band’s massive fanbase with what they’re calling “the first binge-able theatrical experience.” Prepare for an epic, multi-film deep dive into the lives of the Fab Four.
In theatres April 2028
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