More Agatha Christie Theatrical Adaptations Are in the Works!!

Hercule Poirot (Kenneth Branagh) has been entertaining audiences for almost a decade with his intelligent strategy to solve murder cases. And 20th Century Studios already knows which Agatha Christie novels could become movies in the near future. During a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Steve Asbell talked about what the future holds for the franchise. The head of 20th Century Studios sounded very confident … Continue reading More Agatha Christie Theatrical Adaptations Are in the Works!!

‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Marks Solid Debut as ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ Continues Reign at the BO!!

The overall box office, at around $86.8M, is off 24% from a year ago. But AMC‘s Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour and Apple/Paramount/Imperative Entertainment’s Martin Scorsese movie, Killers of the Flower Moon, kept the business afloat and popcorn popping with respective weekend takes of $32M (AMC says $31M) and $23M. We’re still waiting on Apple & Paramount’s official number, but it’s $23M. Kudos to Apple … Continue reading ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Marks Solid Debut as ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ Continues Reign at the BO!!

‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ Sets Record-Breaking Debut at the BO!!

The AMC distributed Taylor Swift: Eras Tour concert movie, per AMC, is eyeing an opening of $95M-$97M this AM, which means for them, the dust hasn’t settled yet. EntTelligence says 4.8M Swifties or people went to see Eras Tour this weekend, having paid an average of $20.75 for a ticket (across all formats). Anything above Joker‘s $96.2M opening is a record opening for the month … Continue reading ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ Sets Record-Breaking Debut at the BO!!

‘The Exorcist: Believer’ Opens to Lukewarm Debut at the BO!!

Not even the devil himself could help Universal and Blumhouse this weekend with the opening of The Exorcist: Believer. That’s after the studio bought the franchise rights for a trilogy from Morgan Creek back in July 2021 for $400M. Even though this is the best opening for an Exorcist movie with $27.2M stateside, $45.1M global, heads are low over at Universal City. However, their slide … Continue reading ‘The Exorcist: Believer’ Opens to Lukewarm Debut at the BO!!

‘PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie’ Barks Past ‘Saw X’ and ‘The Creator’ to Top Spot at the BO!!

Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie is lapping up $23M, a big win for Paramount and Spin Master, as the picture is part of a $14 billion global retail franchise which both companies get a nice cut from. And successful movies drive toy sales. It was part of Brian Robbins’ plan when he took over the top job at Paramount Pictures Studios to have family brands … Continue reading ‘PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie’ Barks Past ‘Saw X’ and ‘The Creator’ to Top Spot at the BO!!

‘The Nun II’ Scares Off ‘Expend4bles’ to Retain Top Spot at the BO!!

New Line/Warner Bros is calling the third weekend of The Nun 2 at $8.4M and Lionsgate says Millennium Media’s Expendables 4 is at $8.3M, which by the way, is the lowest ever for the franchise. While some will argue that’s a tie, it ain’t, because rival studios have a farther gap between the two movies, showing that the Conjuring sequel is the winner. Once again, … Continue reading ‘The Nun II’ Scares Off ‘Expend4bles’ to Retain Top Spot at the BO!!

‘The Nun II’ Scares Away Top Spot from ‘A Haunting in Venice’ at the BO!!

It looks like Hercule Poirot doesn’t have a prayer at winning the box office this weekend, with Kenneth Branagh’s A Haunting in Venice losing No. 1 to the second weekend of New Line’s Nun 2, $14.5M to $14.7M. That’s in line with industry estimates, which show a $100K-$300K lead for Nun 2 over the Disney/20th Century Studios film. If these numbers stick into tomorrow, it’s … Continue reading ‘The Nun II’ Scares Away Top Spot from ‘A Haunting in Venice’ at the BO!!

A Haunting in Venice (2023) Review!!

Synopsis – In post-World War II Venice, Poirot, now retired and living in his own exile, reluctantly attends a seance. But when one of the guests is murdered, it is up to the former detective to once again uncover the killer. My Take – Hercule Poirot is back! Serving as the next chapter in the mystery franchise, following Murder on the Orient Express (2017) and Death … Continue reading A Haunting in Venice (2023) Review!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’: New Sneak Peek Sees Kelly Reilly’s Character Being Haunted!! Check It Out!!

Kenneth Branagh is returning soon as fan-favorite sleuth Hercule Poirot in the upcoming feature A Haunting in Venice. The movie, which departs from previous Agatha Christie adaptations and delves into the supernatural mystery this time around, is just days away from hitting theaters. Based on Christie‘s Halloween Party, the movie chronicles Poirot’s efforts to find the killer of a young girl when he’s invited to … Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’: New Sneak Peek Sees Kelly Reilly’s Character Being Haunted!! Check It Out!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’: New Clip Sees Poirot Speak About the Injustices He Has Seen!! Check it Out!!

As autumn arrives, the Oscar-winning knight, Sir Kenneth Branagh returns to the scene in A Haunting in Venice. Following World War II, the esteemed detective Hercule Poirot (portrayed by Branagh) becomes disillusioned with the world and the people around him, and instead opts to retreat to the famously beautiful city of Venice. Instead of unraveling mysteries, Poirot now prefers to immerse himself in pastries and … Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’: New Clip Sees Poirot Speak About the Injustices He Has Seen!! Check it Out!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’ Featurette Focuses on the New Ensemble!! Check It Out!!

Hercule Poirot may be the focal point of Agatha Christie‘s beloved series of mystery novels, but he’s at his best when surrounded by a colorful cast of potential suspects to investigate. Kenneth Branagh‘s latest Christie adaptation, A Haunting in Venice, follows this formula by gathering quite the eerie ensemble to bring to life a mystery that borders on the supernatural. A new featurette from 20th … Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’ Featurette Focuses on the New Ensemble!! Check It Out!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’ Teaser Sees Hercule Poirot Looking for a Ghostly Killer!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – In post-World War II Venice, Poirot, now retired and living in his own exile, reluctantly attends a seance. But when one of the guests is murdered, it is up to the former detective to once again uncover the killer. Directed – Kenneth Branagh Starring – Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Dornan Check out the trailer: Not all suspects can be seen.#AHauntingInVenice, only in theaters September … Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’ Teaser Sees Hercule Poirot Looking for a Ghostly Killer!! Check It Out!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’ Gets New Character Posters!! Check It Out!!

It’s almost time for Kenneth Branagh‘s version of Hercule Poirot to solve a thrilling mystery once again, as 20th Century Studios has released new posters from A Haunting in Venice, their upcoming adaptation of the popular Agatha Christie novel. After chasing murderers through a speeding train and an isolated boat, Poirot will head to Italy in a story coming to life with a much more … Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’ Gets New Character Posters!! Check It Out!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’: New Features Wants Us to Expect the Unexpected!! Check It Out!!

In one month, the latest Hercule Poirot case heads to the big screen with A Haunting in Venice. Led by Kenneth Branagh as the titular detective, A Haunting in Venice leans into the supernatural as Poirot’s beliefs are tested. The film is set to premiere on September 15 exclusively in theaters. As the countdown continues, 20th Century Studios shared a new featurette teasing what to … Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’: New Features Wants Us to Expect the Unexpected!! Check It Out!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’: Hercule Poirot’s Latest Mystery Adventure Gets a New Poster!! Check It Out!!

There’s a thick fog in the air in a new poster for 20th Century Studios’ next Agatha Christie big-screen adaptation, A Haunting in Venice. Leading the charge on another mystery is the world-renowned detective, Hercule Poirot (Kenneth Branagh) as he takes the front seat on a gondola ride through the canals of Venice. Guiding the boat through the dimly lit passageways of the famed Italian … Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’: Hercule Poirot’s Latest Mystery Adventure Gets a New Poster!! Check It Out!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’ Trailer Sees Hercule Poirot Solving a Spooky Mystery!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – In post-World War II Venice, Poirot, now retired and living in his own exile, reluctantly attends a seance. But when one of the guests is murdered, it is up to the former detective to once again uncover the killer. Directed – Kenneth Branagh Starring – Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Dornan Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’ Trailer Sees Hercule Poirot Solving a Spooky Mystery!! Check It Out!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’ Teaser Sees Kenneth Branagh’s Hercule Poirot Facing Ghosts!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – In post-World War II Venice, Poirot, now retired and living in his own exile, reluctantly attends a seance. But when one of the guests is murdered, it is up to the former detective to once again uncover the killer. Directed – Kenneth Branagh Starring – Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Dornan Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’ Teaser Sees Kenneth Branagh’s Hercule Poirot Facing Ghosts!! Check It Out!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’: Kenneth Branagh’s New Hercule Poirot Sets September 15, 2023 as Release Date!!

The release date for A Haunting in Venice is no longer a mystery. Kenneth Branagh will direct the Agatha Christie adaptation, which will be released in theaters on September 15, 2023, with production beginning on October 31 or November of this year, depending on reports. Two other Agatha Christie adaptations, Murder on the Orient Express and Death on the Nile, star Branagh as Detective Hercule … Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’: Kenneth Branagh’s New Hercule Poirot Sets September 15, 2023 as Release Date!!

‘A Haunting in Venice’: Kenneth Branagh’s New Hercule Poirot Adds Tina Fey, Michelle Yeoh, and Jamie Dornan!!

Fans of the Hercule Poirot film series can rejoice as more details about the third installation of the series have been released. Kenneth Branagh is billed to return to direct the upcoming film, 20th Century Studios announced, as reported by Variety. Based on Agatha Christie’s book ‘Halloween Party’, the supernatural thriller film A Haunting in Venice will feature an A-list cast with Branagh in the … Continue reading ‘A Haunting in Venice’: Kenneth Branagh’s New Hercule Poirot Adds Tina Fey, Michelle Yeoh, and Jamie Dornan!!