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Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day is a spellbinding sci-fi that blends awe with a grounded human story, anchored by Emily Blunt’s magnetic performance and a suspenseful chase; the film navigates themes of truth, secrecy, and faith with strong supporting turns from Josh O'Connor and Colin Firth, aided by John Williams’ score, though a few alien-design touches verge on cheesy in a few moments.
Early reactions to Disclosure Day hail Spielberg’s return to sci‑fi as critics call it his best film in 20 years; the blockbuster stars Josh O'Connor and Emily Blunt as a whistleblower and his magnetic partner who uncover a government cover‑up of extraterrestrial life, with UK release on June 10. Critics praised its blend of chase thriller, romance and mystery and lauded Spielberg’s direction and Blunt’s performance, drawing comparisons to E.T. and Close Encounters.
Early press reactions to Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day are overwhelmingly positive, with critics praising Emily Blunt's performance and the film’s blend of sci‑fi mystery, love story, and chase; a new trailer drops ahead of the June 12 release, and the star‑studded cast includes Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, and Colman Domingo, with a fresh John Williams score signaling Spielberg’s return to a big summer blockbuster.
Mick Jagger is set to star in Alice Rohrwacher's English-language adaptation of Audrey Niffenegger's gothic novel Three Incestuous Sisters, joining an ensemble that includes Josh O'Connor, Dakota Johnson, Saoirse Ronan, Jessie Buckley and Isabella Rossellini; the pop icon is reportedly the lighthouse keeper and father to O'Connor's character, with filming underway on Stromboli and in Rome, produced by Indian Paintbrush as Rohrwacher's first English-language feature.
Insiders claim Mila Kunis’s chemistry with her Wake Up Dead Man co-star Josh O’Connor is purely platonic, but Ashton Kutcher is allegedly on his 'best behavior' about the closeness, reportedly hoping to set a positive example for their kids while joking about pursuing Bond‑level fame.
Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor discuss their roles in The History of Sound, their approach to acting, the emotional toll of their craft, and their plans to balance career and personal life, emphasizing the importance of rationing their work to maintain their well-being and passion.
Saturday Night Live's latest episode featured a satirical cold open with James Austin Johnson as a exhausted Trump, a soft-voiced monologue by Josh O’Connor emphasizing his gentle persona, musical performances by Lily Allen, and humorous segments on Trump’s recent activities and pop culture topics, blending political satire with celebrity sketches.
Saturday Night Live's episode featuring host Josh O’Connor was underwhelming, with few laughs and mostly weak sketches, despite some highlights like Lily Allen's musical performance and O’Connor's charm. The cold open with Trump was brief and lacked substance, and the episode overall failed to deliver strong comedic moments, leaving viewers hopeful for a better finale next week.
Josh O’Connor hosted SNL with charm but was underutilized in sketches that didn't play to his strengths, with the standout being the 'Bachelorette Party Strippers' sketch. The episode featured mixed success with resurrections and missed opportunities to showcase his comedic talents, despite his engaging monologue and personable presence.
Josh O'Connor has been cast in Steven Spielberg's upcoming science fiction film, written by David Koepp and set for a May 2026 release. The film, which also stars Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, Colman Domingo, and Eve Hewson, marks Spielberg's return to summer blockbusters. O'Connor, known for his roles in projects by Luca Guadagnino and Rian Johnson, is building an impressive career and may be nearing his first Oscar nomination.
Josh O'Connor, known for his role in "The Crown," will star in Steven Spielberg's upcoming film alongside Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, Colman Domingo, and Eve Hewson. The film, set for release by Universal Pictures on May 15, 2026, is directed by Spielberg with a script by David Koepp, featuring sci-fi elements. The project is described as a "new original event film," though plot details remain undisclosed.
Josh O'Connor has joined the cast of Steven Spielberg's upcoming sci-fi film, which is being produced by Universal Pictures. The untitled project, featuring a screenplay by David Koepp, also stars Emily Blunt, Colman Domingo, Colin Firth, and Eve Hewson. This marks Spielberg's first major tentpole production since 2018's 'Ready Player One.' The film is set for release on May 15, 2026.
Josh O'Connor is set to co-star with Emily Blunt in an upcoming untitled film directed by Steven Spielberg, produced by Amblin and Universal. The film, based on a story by Spielberg with a script by David Koepp, also features Colin Firth, Coleman Domingo, and Eve Hewson. Scheduled for release on May 15, 2026, the project marks Spielberg's return to the summer blockbuster season. O'Connor, known for his recent role in "Challengers," is also involved in other high-profile projects, including "The Mastermind" and "Wake Up Dead Man."
Josh O'Connor and Cailee Spaeny have joined the cast of Rian Johnson's latest Knives Out mystery, "Wake Up Dead Man," alongside returning star Daniel Craig. Andrew Scott has also been confirmed to join the ensemble. The film is set to start shooting soon, with a planned release in 2025.
Cailee Spaeny and Josh O’Connor have been cast as leads in Rian Johnson's upcoming film "Knives Out 3: Wake Up Dead Man," set for a 2025 release. Daniel Craig will return as detective Benoit Blanc, with potential talks involving Lindsay Lohan and Tom Hardy.