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The tributes continue to pour in following the shocking death of Academy Award winner Gene Hackman. While the actor was well-known for his intense, often terrifying performances in the likes of Unforgiven and The French Connection, he was not averse to providing the laughs too, starring in seminal director Mel Brooks’ beloved 1974 horror comedy Young Frankenstein.

Brooks has now paid tribute to the actor, taking to X/Twitter to reflect on their time working together, describing Hackman as “perfect” for the role of the blind hermit, Harold.

“I was privileged to know Gene Hackman because he played tennis with another Gene—Gene Wilder. And that Gene told him about a little role called The Blind Hermit in our movie Young Frankenstein. He said, “Do you think Mel would let me play it? I’ve always wanted to do a comedy.” Needless to say, I was over the moon and he was perfect.

On Friday February 21 2025, Pix broadcasts Masters of Illusion!

Blind Sight, Sensual Magic and the Butterfly Effect Season 11 Episode 5 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Masters of Illusion,” titled “Blind Sight, Sensual Magic and the Butterfly Effect,” promises to be an exciting showcase of talent and creativity. Set to air on Pix, this episode features a diverse lineup of skilled magicians who are sure to amaze with their unique acts.

Trino, known for his captivating performances, will bring his signature style to the stage. Andi Gladwin, with his clever tricks and engaging personality, is also set to impress. Joel Meyers, My Uyen, and Mind 2 Mind will add their own flair, each presenting illusions that challenge the imagination.

Boris Wild, a master of close-up magic, will likely leave the audience in awe with his intricate tricks. Murray Sawchuck, who often combines humor with magic, is expected to deliver a memorable performance. Jeki Yoo,...

On Monday February 3 2025, NBC broadcasts The Voice!

The Blind Auditions Premiere Season 27 Episode 1 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Voice,” titled “The Blind Auditions Premiere,” promises to be an exciting start to the new season. This episode will showcase America’s best undiscovered talent as they take the stage, hoping to impress the coaches. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation as singers prepare to perform for a chance to be part of this renowned competition.

In this episode, four of today’s biggest musical icons take on the role of coaches. They will listen to the auditions without seeing the performers, relying solely on their voices. This unique format adds an element of surprise and excitement, as the coaches will compete against each other to build the best teams. The playful rivalry among the coaches is sure to bring some fun moments to the show.

As the singers take their turns,...

The Voice fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 27 Episode 1 episode titled The Blind Auditions Premiere!

Find out everything you need to know about the The Blind Auditions Premiere episode of The Voice, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

The Voice The Blind Auditions Premiere Season 27 Episode 1 Preview

The excitement builds as “The Voice” prepares to kick off its new season with the much-anticipated episode titled “The Blind Auditions Premiere.” Scheduled to air on NBC at 8:00 Pm on February 3, 2025, this episode promises to showcase some of America’s best undiscovered talent. Aspiring singers from all walks of life will take the stage, hoping to impress the celebrity coaches and secure a spot on their teams.

In this season, fans will see four of today’s biggest musical icons taking on the roles of coaches. Iconic pop star Kelly Clarkson returns,...

Fathom Events is on track for a record-breaking 2024 with gross revenue of $145+ million, up 45% from $100 million a year ago, and plans to rebrand to Fathom Entertainment starting in January to better reflect its mission.

The 20-year-old distributor’s strong numbers reflect in large part an expansion from core and primarily events-based and limited engagements in recent years to include more special engagements with longer release windows. The new name, it said, reflects that evolution and “the start of a bold, new chapter for the company in the rapidly changing media and entertainment landscape.”

“With the significant decline in volume of major motion picture theatrical releases post-covid and the proliferation of streaming options at-home, present day audiences are constantly on the lookout for something fresh and different and uniquely relevant at the movie theatres,” said Fathom CEO Ray Nutt. “Consumer enthusiasm and embrace of specialty content in theatres has translated into Fathom’s highest-grossing year ever.

Specialty distributor Fathom Events is getting a new name starting in 2025, bolstered by record-breaking revenues in 2024 of over $145 million. The company, which is co-owned by AMC Theatres, Cinemark Theatres and Regal Cinemas, increased revenues 45% vs. last year and aims to continue to be the leader in live and recorded content, with a healthy dose of special engagements and event cinema, in 2025 when it will operate as Fathom Entertainment.

The company’s banner 2024 was marked by the success of the “Coraline” re-release, which grossed over $34 million, “The Chosen” series that pulled in over $32 million at the box office and “The Blind,” which grossed over $17 million.

“The Blind,” a biopic of “Duck Dynasty” star Phil Robertson, marked a shift in distribution strategy as Fathom pushed to get the film to play in theaters for over six weeks after the initial seven-day release sold out.

And on the back of “Coraline,” Fathom CEO...

Fathom Events, which puts movies, TV series, concerts and other events into movie theaters for limited runs, saw a record-breaking year for limited releases in 2024, with revenues increasing 45% to more than $145 million. CEO Ray Nutt also announced that the company will rebrand as Fathom Entertainment starting in January.

Fathom’s strong year comes as re-releases of classic titles are helping bring moviegoers into theaters even in a time of uneven release schedules for new movies. The company’s most recent home run was this year’s 15th anniversary re-release of “Coraline,” which totaled $34 million at the box office, becoming Fathom’s biggest grosser ever.

The distributor, which is jointly owned by AMC Theatres, Cinemark Theatres and Regal Cinemas, has been expanding to include more special engagements with longer release windows. The new name “reflects our significant growth and evolution and the start of a bold, new chapter for the company...

What Is The Net Worth Of Duck Dynasty Star Phil Robertson? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Phil Robertson, the famous hunter and reality star, has been diagnosed with early stages of Alzheimer’s Disease. His son, Jase, confirmed the news during a podcast on December 6th, revealing that the disease is causing issues in Phil’s body.

Phil Robertson is a businessman who turned his passion for hunting into a multi-million empire. He has been working since 1972 and has earned a massive fortune over the years. Here is all you need to know about his net worth.

Phil Robertson Net Worth

According to the website Celebrity Net Worth, Phil Robertson has a net worth of $10M. The hunter has come a long way in his career, as he was not always financially sound. Phil’s family dealt with financial issues during his childhood, as he had six siblings, but their parents had almost no money.

The 2009 biographical sports drama, The Blind Side, ended up working in Sandra Bullock’s favor. The actress who has been absolutely exceptional in all her performances won her first and only Academy Award to date. The film was the talk of the town when it was released. A story of acceptance and second chances, The Blind Side captivated the hearts of its audience and showed us that there really isn’t a bigger superpower than love.

Quinton Aaron and Sandra Bullock in The Blind Side (2009) | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

However, Sandra Bullock had her fair share of doubts when it came to saying yes to the film. Why? Well, she simply couldn’t relate to the fictional family she was going to be a part of thanks to their conservative beliefs. She also admitted that she didn’t necessarily feel comfortable around “white, Southern, Christian, Republicans” as they are not appreciative of her,...

Although Duck Dynasty originally ended in 2017, it still has a devoted fanbase. One figure who appeared on the show, Miss Kay Robertson, quickly won over fans. Notably, with the news of a reboot, fans grew concerned for Miss Kay thanks to comments Willie Robertson made in a recent video.

Willie Robertson Said A Duck Dynasty Reboot Is Moving Forward

Kay Robertson is the wife of Phil Robertson and mother of Willie Robertson. She especially became known to fans for her love of cooking, whether it was preparing meals for the family or releasing her own cookbook.

Notably, in 2023, Kay and Phil’s love story was adapted into a film titled The Blind. Looking at Kay and Phil at various ages, the film notably takes place before Duck Dynasty, ending in 1985.

Kay & Phil Robertson – YouTube

While Duck Dynasty originally ended in 2017, it has since been announced that the reality series will be rebooted.

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Inspirational sports movies are one of the most proven film genres. Take a down-on-their-luck athlete, stack the odds against them, and watch them persevere and make something of themselves. Bonus points if the movie is based on a true story. The Blind Side checked all these boxes when it hit theaters in 2009. Based on the 2006 book The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game, it told the true story of the Tuohy family, who took in teenager Michael Oher from the foster care system. The Tuohys turned Oher's life around, ultimately helping him make it into college to play football.

Sandra Bullock portrayed foster mother Leigh Anne Tuohy, winning Academy, Golden Globe, and SAG awards for the role. Critics didn't love the flick as a whole,...

Sandra Bullock had doubts about her Academy-winning performance in the 2009 sports drama film The Blind Side. Apart from not remembering she agreed to do the project, she also turned it down several times. In the film, she played Leigh Anne Tuohy who adopted a homeless teen.

Credits: Sandra Bullock in The Blind Side / Warner Bros.

The movie received mixed critical reviews, but it was a major commercial hit. Bullock was praised for her exemplary portrayal which earned her major prestigious awards from Oscars, Golden Globes, and SAG Awards.

Sandra Bullock Had Reservations Taking on The Blind Side Film

Despite the wild success of The Blind Side, actress Sandra Bullock initially did not want to do it. In fact, she confessed not recalling she agreed to star in it. In her interview with the Irish Examiner, she said, “I kept turning it down, not because I didn’t like it, but...

Faith-based films have a unique niche in cinema, aiming to inspire and connect with audiences through stories of belief, perseverance, and redemption. This subgenre seems to be rising in popularity, given the success of films like The Sound of Freedom and The Blind. While there's certainly nothing wrong with telling religious stories in film, the subgenre is notorious for being preachy and amateurish, as well as subordinating its narrative to its message. For this reason, there are many awful faith-based movies out there.

On Monday October 14 2024, NBC broadcasts The Voice!

The Blind Auditions Part 5 Season 26 Episode 6 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Voice,” titled “The Blind Auditions Part 5,” promises to bring more excitement and talent to the stage. This episode will air on NBC and continues the thrilling journey of finding the next singing star. Coaches Michael Bublé, Snoop Dogg, Reba McEntire, and Gwen Stefani will all be on the lookout for remarkable voices to join their teams.

As the blind auditions progress, each coach will listen closely to the performances without seeing the contestants. This unique format allows the coaches to focus solely on the talent and emotion of the singers. With a mix of musical styles and backgrounds, the competition is sure to be fierce as each coach tries to build the strongest team possible.

Fans can expect to see a variety of performances that showcase the contestants’ unique abilities.

I never quite understood the fan craze behind Sandra Bullock until I saw the 2009 rom-com The Proposal, starring Ryan Reynolds and one of the Golden Girls. Her comedic timing was impeccable and she could sing the heck out of Get Low by Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz.

Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds in The Proposal [Credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures]

But what really solidified her case for me was The Blind Side which premiered later that year. Bullock’s star power was on the rise with her Oscar-winning role – as was my admiration for her magnetic screen presence and range as an actress. She soon became one of the few talents I have been on the lookout for ever since.

However, the 15-year-long girl crush abruptly screeched to a halt when the controversy broke about how The Blind Side wasn’t exactly a story of hope and determination and...

Miya Cech has raised the fans’ curiosity after joining Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender‘s Season 2 as Toph Beifong. The renowned earthbender was one of the key characters from the Nickelodeon animated show. But despite Toph’s worldwide popularity, she has also got her fair share of haters who have some significant complaints regarding the character.

Toph Beifong in Avatar: The Last Airbender | Credits: Nickelodeon Productions

Toph Beifong or The Blind Bandit was initially conceived as a 16-year-old muscular boy. However, the show’s head writer Aaron Ehasz suggested a creative idea and asserted that they make the character a little girl, who has the power to take down some of the greatest earthbenders. While the idea was revolutionary and the character was a fan-favorite initially, she slowly lost her appeal to most fans as the show progressed.

Looks like Miya Cech is taking a risk by playing Toph...

Brash, abrasive, and rightfully confident, Toph is one of the most beloved characters in Avatar: The Last Airbender. She's an earthbending master with a legacy that extends all the way into Avatar: The Legend Of Korra. Toph joined Team Avatar as Aang's earthbending teacher, and her assistance played a vital role in his mastery of the elements.

Toph's role on Team Avatar is irreplaceable, and it's obvious that the show wouldn't be the same without her. Her blindness allows her to tap into seismic sense abilities and even become the first known earthbender to metalbend. Aside from her legendary earthbending skills, Toph is loved for her wit and her clever lines, so fans new and old will definitely recognize these iconic Toph quotes from Avatar: The Last Airbender.

Updated by Alex Roush on September 12, 2024: Considered one of the funniest characters in Avatar, Toph frequently says some of the most memorable lines in the show.

In the decade and a half since its release, The Blind Side has not aged very well. The Blind Side is based on a true story that tells the supposedly true story of Michael Oher. Oher was an unhoused teenage boy who was later taken in by a family named the Tuohys. This family, who is white, takes in the then-teen Oher, who is Black, and fosters him before later adopting him. Now, Oher is better known for eventually becoming an NFL football player.

The Tuohys story was initially documented in the book The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game by Michael Lewis. Development of a film adaptation swiftly followed, with The Blind Side movie coming out just three years after the books 2006 publication. The fact that the film is based on a true story was a huge part of its marketing, promising audiences an inspiring and incredible, real account.

Real S.J. Tuohy makes a sneaky cameo in The Blind Side, wearing a red jacket next to Tim McGraw in a football scene. Tuohy's appearance is subtle but significant, showing his support for the opposing team in the film's crucial moment. Today, S.J. Tuohy works in sports, serving as the Director of Football Operations at Ucf and leading The Kingdom Nil.

S.J. Tuohy, the real son of the Tuohy family from The Blind Side, has a hidden cameo in the film. In the film, S.J. is played by Jae Head, who portrays him as a ten-year-old during the events of the film in 2003. In recent years, the Tuohy family has received backlash from The Blind Side after Michael Oher spoke out about the true story. The family members, including S.J., have had mixed public reactions to these accusations.

Despite the controversies, The Blind Side boasts a stellar cast,...

The Robertson family became a household name in the United States after ‘Duck Dynasty’ aired on A&e. The Blind is based on the lives of Phil Robertson and his wife, Marsha Kay Robertson, who fell in love at a young age, and their love story was quite the rollercoaster ride. Phil Robertson is not only known for the duck calls he invented but also for his faith in Christ. He had time and again repeated how God had saved him, and The Blind goes on to show how his life took a turn when he responded to the Lord’s call.

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Why did Phil Robertson decline to play football professionally?

Phil Robertson grew up in a dysfunctional household. His father was mostly away working at an oil rig, and his mother’s mental health was often unstable. Phil had to grow up sooner than his peers, and he...

Sandra Bullock starred as Leigh Anne Tuohy in The Blind Side, now streaming on Netflix. Bullock won an Oscar for her role in The Blind Side, which is among her best movies, despite recent controversy. The Blind Side's true story is disputed, with Michael Oher filing a lawsuit claiming the Tuohys tricked him into agreeing to a conservatorship.

Sandra Bullock starred in The Blind Side in 2009, and almost 13 years later, it's available to stream on Netflix (coincidentally following a newfound controversy concerning The Blind Side's subjects). Bullock's list of movie credits is quite long and impressive, especially regarding its diversity. She has appeared in multiple popular romantic comedies, Academy-Award-winning dramas (Speed and The Blind Side), and high-grossing blockbusters. Consequently, Bullock is one of Hollywood's highest-paid and renowned actresses.

For The Blind Side, Bullock was nominated for her performance as Leigh Anne Tuohy at the 82nd Academy Awards in 2010 and won.

Michael Oher filed a lawsuit claiming that the depiction of his adoption in the movie "The Blind Side" was a lie and that the Tuohy family tricked him and profited off his name. The success of "The Blind Side" was partially due to its marketing as a true story, showcasing hope and determination, which appealed to audiences. A judge ruled to end the conservatorship held by the Tuohy family in September 2023.

Almost 14 years after the release of The Blind Side, Michael Oher came out with his side of the story, claiming that the movie, which was marketed as "based on a true story," was rooted in lies. The 2009 biographical sports drama was inspired by Michael Lewis' 2006 novel of the same name, which primarily focuses on the evolution of American football strategy but also touches on Oher's tale. Oher was a professional football tackle for eight seasons, having played for the Baltimore Ravens,...

The Blind Side is a 2009 drama film that tells the true story of Michael Oher, a young African-American man from a poor upbringing who is taken in by a white family in Memphis, Tennessee. The film stars Sandra Bullock as Leigh Anne Tuohy, the family's matriarch, and features a supporting cast that includes Tim McGraw, Kathy Bates, Jae Head, Lily Collins, and Ray McKinnon. The film, directed by John Lee Hancock, is based on the 2006 book The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game by Michael Lewis.

Even years after its 2009 release, The Blind Side is still honored as a classic film, primarily due to its stellar and iconic cast. Based on the book of the same name by Michael Lewis, The Blind Side is based on the true story of offensive lineman Michael Oher, who was taken in and educated by the Tuohy family in the early 2000s. In 2023, controversy...

Duck Dynasty became a global phenomenon when the reality series premiered in 2012. The Robertson family was catapulted to stardom as millions of viewers followed the famous duck hunters and their personal lives in the heart of Louisiana. The A&e series ran for 11 seasons until 2017. The Duck Dynasty fandom remains strong to this day, and many have wondered about a possible revival. Willie Robertson opened up about why a Duck Dynasty revival is not in the cards. “We are looking into some different TV ideas,” Robertson told TV Insider while promoting The Blind. “But to recapture what we did before is really not gonna happen. Sadly, everyone’s gotten older, and we’re all in different places now. Our cast has expanded drastically. I have seven grandkids now, so we’ve got some ideas.” Even though a Duck Dynasty revival is off the table, the Robertsons aren’t retreating from the spotlight.

Duck Dynasty star Willie Robertson shows a new side of dad Phil Robertson in The Blind, streaming exclusively on Great American Pure Flix. For Willie, telling his father’s incredible life story and the love he shares with his longtime wife Kay Robertson was “important” for Duck Dynasty fans to see onscreen. “[Duck Dynasty] is really the result of something,” Willie tells TV Insider. “It’s a result of their marriage, staying together, and our family staying together. We really felt like it’s an unbelievable story. It’s a story of redemption and faith. And now after 50 years, you’ve seen what has come out of that, especially with the TV show.” Willie executive produced the film alongside wife Korie Robertson through their production company Tread Lively. They went straight to the source to make sure they portrayed Phil and Kay’s relationship honesty. “It’s hard to go back and relive all that,...

The German Film Academy has announced the movies in competition this year for the German Film Awards, the local equivalent of the Oscars.

Matthias Glasner’s epic family drama Dying, Timm Kröger’s experimental sci-fi feature The Universal Theory, and In the Blind Spot, Ayşe Polat’s documentary-style conspiracy thriller set in modern-day Turkey, are among the favorites for this year’s awards, called the Lolas.

Dying, which stars Lars Eidinger as a classical conductor with an extremely dysfunctional family, picked up nominations in every major category, including best film, best director and best screenplay nominations for Glasner, a best actor nom for Eidinger and a best actress nomination for Corinna Harfoch, who plays Eidinger’s mother. In total, the film is up for nine Lolas.

The Universal Theory, a black-and-white drama about the multiverse, is also in the running for the best film Lola, and Kröger is up for best director.

Sydney Sweeney has become a recognizable presence on television, garnering acclaim for her outstanding portrayal of Cassie Howard in the popular HBO series Euphoria. Her remarkable performance in the show even earned her an Emmy nomination.

Euphoria

With that said, Sydney Sweeney has clearly branched out and become a huge star in the world of Hollywood, as she has acted in films such as Anyone But You, which turned out to be a Box Office Hit. However, her latest film Immaculate doesn’t live up to its name as it has far too many plot holes.

Sydney Sweeney’s Immaculate Is Full of Plotholes Immaculate

According to Screen Daily, Michael Mohan’s latest feature, Immaculate, premiered at SXSW. Despite hopes of captivating genre fans, it faces tough competition from more accomplished religious horror films like The Nun series or The Devils. Its potential success lies partly with Sydney Sweeney’s emerging starpower,...

Exclusive: Filmmaker Nathan Silver has inked with CAA, we have learned.

Silver’s feature film Between the Temples, starring Jason Schwartzman and Carol Kane, made its world premiere at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, which was followed by an international premiere at the Berlin Film Festival. The movie, which scored 91% fresh with critics on Rotten Tomatoes out of the fest, follows a cantor who is in a crisis of faith. He finds his world turned upside down when his grade school music teacher reenters his life as his new adult bat mitzvah student.

The movie was sold by CAA Media Finance and AC Independent to Sony Pictures Classics for worldwide distribution.

The NYU Tisch School of the Arts grad counts The Blind, Exit Elena and Uncertain Times as his feature credits. The latter title won the Student Critics Jury Award at the 2014 Edinburgh International Film Festival. His movie, Thirst Street,...

Tyler Perry has wrapped production on the third movie in his four-picture deal with Amazon MGM Studios, a drama led by “P-Valley” and “Mea Culpa” star Shannon Thornton and “Run The World’s” Tosin Morohunfola.

Perry wrote, directed and produced the film, which recently wrapped filming on location in Colorado and at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta under the working title “Joy Ridge.”

“Amidst the picturesque landscapes of Colorado, Joy (Thornton) finds herself on a holiday trip with a man she envisions as ‘the one,” the film’s official logline reads. “However, her journey takes an enchanting turn as she stumbles upon someone who might just redefine her notions about the life she once knew back home.”

Tyler Perry Studios executives Angi Bones and Will Areu produced the film alongside Perry, who has now announced three of the movies in the four-picture deal he inked with Amazon in November 2022. Last June,...

Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender are excited about each piece of news regarding the upcoming live-action adaptation set to be released on Netflix in late February 2024. Though dedicated viewers were skeptical about this adaptation due to the unsuccessful movie remake in 2010, the trailer and revealed details are promising.

There are obvious aspects of the show that must be successful to appease fans, such as character representation and worldbuilding. However, the creators can't underestimate the fanbase's love for popular episodes. Some of these episodes are key plot points that progress the story and build on characterization. Others are favorite rewatches due to their entertaining aspects. These beloved moments from the Avatar: The Last Airbender animated series will have to be perfect in the live-action to withstand the audience's scrutiny.

The Cave of Two Lovers Builds the World, as Well as Aang And Katara's Relationship Close

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Exclusive: Angel Studios, the studio behind Sound of Freedom and The Chosen, has acquired worldwide rights to the indie drama Sight starring Terry Chen (Almost Famous) and Greg Kinnear (As Good as It Gets), slating it for release on May 24.

Written and directed by Andrew Hyatt (The Blind), pic tells the true story of Dr. Ming Wang (Chen), a Chinese immigrant who defied all odds to become a world-renowned eye surgeon in the United States. Drawing upon the grit and determination he gained from a turbulent uprising in his upbringing, Dr. Wang set out to restore the sight of a blind orphan.

“Rarely have we seen the strength and resolve of Chinese-Americans shown in a powerful way on the big screen,” Fischer told Deadline. “After spending years bringing Sight to life, Angel Studios is the perfect partner for audiences who want to be inspired by Dr. Wang’s story of hope,...

Fathom Events, the company best known for bringing theater, opera, live events and concerts to screens, is currently on track for gross revenues of over $93 million. Despite the fact that the exhibition space has yet to fully recover from the Covid pandemic, Fathom is enjoying the best year in its history — it will surpass sales from 2019, previously the highest-grossing year in company history, by 116%. For further context, Fathom reported revenues of $68 million in 2022.

So what’s behind the surge? Fathom is chalking up the strong results to a pivot in business strategy for the company, one that saw it introduce a “specialty distribution” model. The goal was to bring a wider array of content to cinemas beyond the productions of the Metropolitan Opera that helped put Fathom on the map. It’s one that saw Fathom distribute faith-based films like “The Blind,” as well as release episodes of “The Chosen,...

Five recent releases debuted on different VOD charts this past week, and for the second week in a row, three different films took #1 among the three we follow. Two of these took #1 slots, with “Sound of Freedom” (Angel) atop Vudu and #2 at iTunes, while “Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie” (Paramount) reversing those positions at those two sites.

Google Play, which often lags behind the others seems particularly slow this week, with “The Equalizer 3” (Sony) still #1 even though it doesn’t make the top five at the other two. And “Paw Patrol” ranks only fourth, with “Sound of Freedom” seventh.

Netflix is back in Sony streamer mode, with “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” #1 and “Insidious: The Red Door” #2 (both new this week). But two recent festival-premiered originals took the two new spots. “Sly” (Stallone of course), a documentary, and “Nyad,” about the pioneering swimmer Diane Nyad with Annette Bening, are third and fourth respectively there.

The Blind is now the most successful release in the history of Fathom Events, as the faith-based feature has grossed $15.7 million at the North American box office as of Monday.

The film is Fathom’s first to see a longer theatrical run than its traditional event cinema releases. Originally slated for an eight-day run as part of Fathom’s new specialty distribution model, it was extended twice, Fathom said, and held a steady position in the top 10 for the duration of its more than three weeks in cinemas.

The Blind was produced by Tread Lively and Gnd Media Group. Andrew Hyatt directs the back-story of the star of Duck Dynasty, Phil Robertson. In 1960s Louisiana, Robertson falls in love and starts a family, but his demons soon threaten to tear everyone apart. As he seeks to conquer the shame of his past, he ultimately finds redemption in an unlikely place.

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour once again dominated the box-office weekend, beating the rest of the pack by $20.0 million.

For a second consecutive weekend, the limited release of the concert film Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour held the reigns of the weekend box office. In its second week of release, the film brought in $31.0 million, easily remaining atop the box-office weekend top ten. The film now sports a two-week tally of $129.8 million. Meanwhile, Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon debuted in second place with $11.0 million over the weekend, and an overall opening of $23.0 million for Paramount Pictures. This dropped The Exorcist: Believer to third place where it added $5.6 million to bring its three-week total to $54.2 million for Universal Pictures. Also dropping a spot and finishing in fourth place this weekend, was Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie which brought in $4.5 million over its fourth weekend in release to bring...

The concert film Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour dominated the box-office weekend, finishing ahead of the closest competition by $85 million.

Taylor Swift assumed control of the box office with the limited release of her concert film Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour. The film finished the weekend earning $96 million, which was easily enough to dominate second-place finisher The Exorcist: Believer by nearly $90 million. Despite falling to second place this weekend, The Exorcist: Believer still brought it $11 million in its second weekend of release, bringing the Universal Pictures product’s overall total to $44.9 million. Also dropping a spot, to land in third place this weekend, Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie managed to scrape together $7 million in its third week for Paramount Pictures to lift its total to $49.9 million. Meanwhile, Saw X similarly fell a spot to finish in fourth place where it added $5.7 million in its third weekend in release to bring...

Taylor Swift‘s “experiment” to release a 2-hour-48-minute concert movie based on her “Eras” tour turned out to be quite a boon for the box office in a slower fall season. Read on for the weekend box office report.

“Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” was announced in late August, shortly after the five L.A. concerts that were filmed for the movie, directed by Sam Wrench. Theater chain AMC took the distribution rights, working with Variance to get it into other theaters, with it ultimately ending up in 3,855 theaters, including 377 IMAX screens.

The movie’s weekend began with $2.8 million in last-minute Thursday previews, only announced by Swift on Wednesday night at her L.A. premiere with tickets going on sale Thursday morning. The movie’s $39 million Friday (including those previews) was more in line with advance presales reported, but business dropped on Saturday, so that AMC only reported an...

Despite strong pre-sales, Taylor Swift was no match for Joker at the box office as it failed to take down that film’s $96.2 million opening to become the highest domestic opening for the month of October. With $96 million, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour is the second highest opening ever for the month of October. Although with just $202,337 separating the two films, it is possible we see a new champ when final numbers are reported tomorrow although some studios think the film will come in closer to the $94 million mark. Despite missing the October record, the film officially became the highest grossing concert film ever at the domestic box office as it beat out Justin Bieber: Never Say Never’s entire domestic gross by about $23 million. There is some debate about whether Michael Jackson’s: This is It is considered a concert film or a documentary that chronicles the making of...

Barbie's streak in the box office top 10 has come to an end this past weekend due to a number of new releases, with director Greta Gerwig's film falling to the number 12 spot. Despite falling out of the top 10, Barbie was a major box office sensation, earning over $1.428 billion worldwide. The success of the film can be attributed to several factors, including Mattel brand awareness, the Barbenheimer phenomenon, strong reviews, and positive word-of-mouth.

Barbie has now fallen out of the box office top 10 list following a record-breaking theatrical run. Directed by Greta Gerwig and based on the iconic Mattel toy of the same name, Barbie stars Margot Robbie as the titular doll, following the character as she leaves Barbieland and embarks on a journey to the real world. The film was met with positive reviews from critics upon its release in mid-July and would become a box office sensation, earning over $1.428 billion worldwide.

Despite mixed reviews from critics and audiences, The Exorcist: Believer still managed to earn almost $30 million domestically in its opening weekend, exceeding expectations. The film holds the number one spot in the United States, bringing in $27.2 million, which is a significant return considering its $30 million budget. The international box office performance was not as strong, with the film making only $17.9 million, bringing its global total to $45 million. However, the studio has only recouped 10% of its $450 million investment so far.

What the devil is going on with The Exorcist: Believer? Critics absolutely lambasted the 50-year follow-up to 1973’s The Exorcist with only a 23% rating registering on the Tomatometer. Fans, in large part, also seemed to find fault with Blumhouse’s latest film, as the horror sequel only managed an audience score of 57% on Rotten Tomatoes, at the time of this writing. Nevertheless, The Exorcist Believer still brought in almost $30 million domestically...

Despite the amount of horror movies released in September, October seemed like a better time for the genre to get a bump with the latest attempt to revive a horror classic. That wasn’t really the case. Read on for the weekend box office report.

There were indeed some hopes that the David Gordon Green-directed “The Exorcist: Believer” would be the good start for a new trilogy based on the William Friedkin-directed 1973 adaptation of William Peter Blatty’s novel, a major theatrical blockbuster at the time that became a horror classic. Green even brought back Ellen Burstyn from the original movie, joining Leslie Odom Jr., Ann Dowd and Jennifer Nettles, as a continuation of Friedkin’s film.

Despite anticipation for another solid “requel” ala Green’s 2018 “Halloween,” “Believer” was universally panned by critics with an awful 23% on Rotten Tomatoes ahead of its release into 3,663 theaters by Universal. It...

It wasn’t her intention, but Taylor Swift saved this weekend as well as ones still to come.

“The Era Tour” concert film opens Friday with over $100 million in estimated presales, but it already forced “The Exorcist: Believer” (Universal), originally set for October 13, to move up a week and get out of the way.

As a result, the sequel to William Friedkin’s smash hit dominated this weekend with $27.2 million. That’s more than double the #2 title, “Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie” (Paramount), with $11.8 million.

All told, this weekend grossed around $75 million. Without “Exorcist,” and assuming other titles would pick up some of the slack, that number would have been closer to $55 million — and close to the worst of 2023. Instead, it improved $16 million (27 percent) over last year, which also included Indigenous Peoples’/Columbus Day on Monday. Year to date remains up about 26 percent.

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The Exorcist: Believer saw a first weekend take of $27.2 million, coming in under even the most modest of projections, including our own low end $30 million prediction, yet still having the best opening of the franchise. That number represents a near $10 million improvement over the last theatrically released Exorcist film: 2004’s Exorcist: The Beginning ($18 million). That’s the good news, the bad news is that even with a franchise best opening and a reported budget of just $30 million before advertising, this opening is still a fairly sizable disappointment for the studio.

This film has gotten some absolutely horrendous reviews, including a 4/10 from our own Chris Bumbray who called it “awful.” Those reviews mixed with its horrible 54% audience score means this one will likely sink in the coming weeks. That is not what Universal needs from this film as they reportedly shelled out $400 million to retain the rights to the Exorcist...

“The Exorcist: Believer,” a reboot in the legacy horror franchise, opened atop box office charts despite falling short of expectations.

The film, from Universal and Blumhouse, collected $27.2 million from 3,663 North American venues over the weekend, below estimates that suggested a debut closer to $35 million. “Believer” also opened at the international box office with $17.8 million for a global start of $45.1 million. The “Exorcist” sequel cost $30 million, so it’s well-positioned in its theatrical run.

But reviews (23% on Rotten Tomatoes) and audience scores (“C” CinemaScore) were terrible, so the studio may need to reconsider its strategy before the next installment opens in 2025. Universal spent a staggering $400 million to buy the rights to the terrifying property, with plans to at least develop a trilogy around these supernatural battles with the devil. They need moviegoers to feel invested in the series beyond this installment to justify that massive deal.

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The Exorcist: Believer had no trouble delivering a first-place finish at the weekend box office with an estimated $27.2 million from 3,663 theaters. While a respectable opening in this climate, the R-rated film came in below expectations domestically as it tries to revive the franchise after Universal reportedly paid a hefty $400 million for rights.

Overseas, the pic started off with $17.9 million from its first 52 markets for a global start of $45.1 million.

The David Gordon Green-directed horror pic hits theaters exactly 50 years after the first Exorcist opened and made cinema history, grossing nearly $450 million at the global box office before adjusting for inflation. Directed by William Friedkin, the film was based on the book by William Peter Blatty and starred Linda Blair and Ellen Burstyn.

The Believer recently had to move up its release by one week after Taylor Swift announced that her new concert film, The Eras Tour, will open across the globe on Oct.

Nearly 50 years after William Friedkin’s “The Exorcist” landed in theaters to leg out a run as the highest-grossing feature of 1973, a new sequel to it is opening on top of the box office. Universal’s “The Exorcist: Believer” compelled audiences to the tune of an $11.9 million opening day from 3,663 locations, a number including $2.85 million in previews.

The Blumhouse and Morgan Creek Entertainment production should have no trouble taking the top spot through the weekend, though “Believer” now looks to be debuting lower than its more optimistic projections, which had forecast a $30 million gross over the three-day frame. The horror entry should take in around $28 million through Sunday.

The film is also doing much less business than director David Gordon Green’s last spin on a classic horror franchise at Blumhouse; his 2018 “Halloween” became a smash hit with a $76 million debut. “Believer” also won’t be matching the 1973 original’s run,...

The Blind Side subject Michael Oher will finally be free from his conservatorship with the Tuohy family. Oher's claims of a deceptive conservatorship by the Touhys have raised doubts about the film's accuracy. A judge in Shelby County supports Oher's request to end the conservatorship, with more updates on the way.

The Blind Side subject Michael Oher will soon see the end of his conservatorship with the Tuohy family. Oher is the real-life subject of the 2009 film The Blind Side, which is supposedly based on the true story of his life going from a homeless teenager to being adopted by Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy and becoming an NFL football player. This summer, The Blind Side was subject to great controversy as Oher claimed the Touhys placed him under a deceptive conservatorship, calling the integrity of the film into question.

Now, a Shelby County judge sides with Oher in a vote to end his conservatorship,...

After several quiet weeks in movie theaters, four films entered wide release over the weekend. “Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie” came out the top dog, with $23 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.

The performances of all four films – “Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie,” “Saw X,” “The Creator” and “Dumb Money” – told a familiar story at the box office. What worked? Horror and animated franchises. What didn’t? Originality and comedy.

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“Paw Patrol,” from Paramount Pictures and Spin Master, had timing on its side. The film, a sequel to the 2021 “Paw Patrol” movie adapted from the Nickelodeon TV series, was the first family animated movie in theatres since “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” was released in early August.

The first “Paw Patrol,” released during the pandemic, debuted with $13 million while simultaneously releasing on Paramount+,...

Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie emerges as the top dog at the weekend box office, bringing in $23 million domestically, while Saw X takes second place with $18 million. Paw Patrol dominates the international box office as well, bringing in $24.4 million, followed by The Creator with $18.3 million. Paw Patrol maintains its lead throughout the weekend, outperforming Saw X on Saturday and Sunday.

Who let the dogs out? Insert whichever absurd idiom might be most appropriate here, but in the end Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie still came out as the top dog — love those puns — at the weekend box office. There wasn’t any question that it was going to be a three-way race in cinemas between Paw, Saw X and The Creator. But when the dust cleared, The Mighty Movie easily laid claim to the top spot. Paw Patrol brought in $23 million domestically (per Box Office Mojo), which outpaced Tobin Bell...

After finishing atop the box-office weekend for the last three weeks, The Nun II failed to stave off the onslaught of new releases over the weekend, and seceded the number one spot to new release Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie by a margin of $5.9 million.

Debuting in first place, with $23.0 million to show for its opening weekend, was the Paramount Pictures release Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie. Second place was claimed by fellow newcomer Saw X with $18.0 million brought in by the latest Lionsgate offering. Director Gareth Edwards’ new film, The Creator debuted in third place with $14.0 million earned for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. After finishing in first place for the last three weekends, The Nun II was pushed down to a fourth-place finish where it added $4.7 million to bring its total to $76.8 million for Warner Bros. after four weeks. The fourth and final debut of the weekend, The Blind...