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Greta Gerwig secured the first major film licensing deal for Led Zeppelin's 'Stairway to Heaven' in over 50 years, using it in the trailer for her upcoming Netflix adaptation of 'The Magician's Nephew.' The film, starring Daniel Craig and Meryl Streep, will have a wide theatrical release in February 2027 before streaming in April.
Zendaya has signed on to star in an untitled science fiction film written and directed by Alex Garland for A24. The project is scheduled to begin shooting in 2027, continuing Garland's long-standing collaboration with the studio. Plot details remain confidential, but the move marks Zendaya's return to the genre following her work on 'Dune' and her recent box office successes in 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day.'
Zendaya has signed on to star in an untitled science fiction film written and directed by Alex Garland for A24. The project continues the director's long-standing partnership with the studio, following titles like 'Civil War' and 'Ex Machina.' Production is scheduled to begin next year, with plot details currently under wraps. This addition joins Zendaya's busy 2026 slate, which includes 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day.'
Paramount's Street Fighter adaptation, directed by Kitao Sakurai, received mixed early reactions ahead of its October 16 release. Critics praised the film's vibrant visuals, 2D animation sequences, and comedic tone, with many comparing it favorably to 1990s action films. However, reviewers noted significant issues with plot coherence, dialogue, and tonal consistency. The film features a star-studded cast including Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, and Cody Rhodes, and is projected to open with $70 million globally.
DC Studios' R-rated body horror film 'Clayface' premiered in Los Angeles on October 13, 2026, drawing strong early reactions. Directed by James Watkins and co-written by Mike Flanagan, the film stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen and Naomi Ackie as Dr. Caitlyn Corr. Critics and fans praised the movie's brutal visuals, emotional depth, and standalone appeal, with many calling it a standout entry in the DC Universe. The film is scheduled for wide theatrical release on October 23, 2026, following a modest $40 million budget.
Wicker, a fantasy romantic comedy directed by Eleanor Wilson and Alex Huston Fischer, has become a cultural phenomenon following its festival run. Adapted from Ursula Wills-Jones’ short story, the film stars Olivia Colman as an ostracized fisherwoman who commissions a basket weaver, played by Peter Dinklage, to craft her a husband out of wicker. Alexander Skarsgård portrays the enchanted spouse, whose practical suit was developed by Weta Workshop. The film has sparked massive online engagement, particularly regarding its erotic scenes and satirical take on marriage, while receiving mixed critical reviews.
Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s documentary 'You Can See Everything' premieres in limited release on October 16, 2026. The 174-minute film documents the final 34 days of Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes before her federal prison sentence. Rather than providing a definitive account of her fraud, the film explores the impossibility of verifying truth, featuring Fielder’s direct confrontations with Holmes and her partner Billy Evans. The film has achieved a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes and is generating significant Oscar buzz, despite causing a breakdown in communication between the filmmakers and the subjects.
The Hollywood Reporter and Variety both panned the new survival thriller 'Whalefall,' criticizing its melodramatic father-son subplot and inconsistent tone despite praising the visual effects and Austin Abrams' performance. The film, directed by Brian Duffield and based on Daniel Kraus's 2023 novel, opens October 16 and follows a diver trapped inside a sperm whale.
20th Century Studios' 'Whalefall' opens October 16, starring Austin Abrams as a diver trapped inside a sperm whale. Directed by Brian Duffield and based on Daniel Kraus's 2023 novel, the film blends visceral underwater survival with a father-son grief narrative. Critics are divided: some praise the effects and Abrams' performance, while others criticize the melodramatic emotional subplots and inconsistent tone.
Netflix’s Spanish-language epic 'La Bola Negra' begins a 47-day U.S. theatrical release on October 16, positioning itself as the primary challenger to Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' for the Best Picture Oscar. Directed by the duo Los Javis, the film won the Toronto International Film Festival People’s Choice Award and features a complex narrative spanning 1932, 1937, and 2017. The movie stars Guitarricadelafuente and Miguel Bernardeau, with notable cameos by Penélope Cruz and Glenn Close. Industry analysts view the film as a potential milestone for non-English-language cinema and LGBTQ+ representation, particularly given Netflix’s history of winning technical Oscars but never Best Picture. The release strategy reflects high confidence in the film’s ability to resonate with global audiences despite its provocative depiction of queer romance and historical trauma.
The survival thriller 'Whalefall' opens October 16, featuring Austin Abrams as a man trapped inside a sperm whale. Critics are divided, with some praising the visceral effects and others criticizing the heavy-handed emotional subplots.
Paul McCartney has publicly criticized the casting choices for Sam Mendes' upcoming four-part Beatles biopics, arguing that the actors portraying him and John Lennon are not the same height. During an appearance on the 'Good Hang with Amy Poehler' podcast on October 13, 2026, McCartney expressed frustration that Paul Mescal, who plays him, appears shorter than Harris Dickinson, who plays Lennon. He stated that all four Beatles members were roughly the same height, with Ringo Starr being slightly smaller. McCartney contacted director Sam Mendes to address the issue after seeing a promotional still from the Abbey Road scene where his character looked markedly shorter. Mendes responded that the discrepancy was due to the actors' stride patterns and sent a follow-up image showing equal heights. This complaint echoes McCartney's previous dissatisfaction with the 2009 film 'Nowhere Boy,' where he felt his character was portrayed as smaller and less heroic than Lennon's.
Disney's new survival thriller, Whalefall, opens October 16, featuring Austin Abrams as a college student trapped inside a sperm whale. Directed by Brian Duffield and based on a Daniel Kraus novel, the film blends underwater action with a father-son grief narrative. While critics praise the visual effects and Abrams' performance, they criticize the emotional subplot as melodramatic and the overall tone as inconsistent.
Greta Gerwig has released the first trailer for her adaptation of C.S. Lewis's 'The Magician's Nephew,' featuring a rare sync of Led Zeppelin's 'Stairway to Heaven.' The film, which stars Daniel Craig and Meryl Streep, is set for a five-week theatrical run in February 2027 before streaming on Netflix in April.
DC Studios' R-rated body horror film 'Clayface' premiered in Los Angeles on October 13, 2026, drawing strong early reactions. Directed by James Watkins and co-written by Mike Flanagan, the film stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen and Naomi Ackie as Dr. Caitlyn Corr. Critics and fans praised the movie's brutal visuals, emotional depth, and standalone appeal, with many calling it a standout entry in the DC Universe. The film is scheduled for wide theatrical release on October 23, 2026, following a modest $40 million budget.