‘Twisters’ Sets Biggest Domestic Debut for a Disaster Movie with $80.5M at the BO!!

Universal has called the domestic opening for the Lee Isaac Chung directed Twisters at $80.5M as we told you last night. That’s 60% ahead of the $50M+ that tracking was spotting. The rebounding post-strike summer at the box office continues to see actual opening ticket sales bury any piece of tracking. Exclaimed Universal Domestic Distribution Boss Jim Orr, “Lee Isaac Chung crafted an incredibly engaging … Continue reading ‘Twisters’ Sets Biggest Domestic Debut for a Disaster Movie with $80.5M at the BO!!

‘Despicable Me 4’ Dethrones ‘Inside Out 2’ With $122M+ 5-Day Opening at the BO!!

Despicable Me 4 bounced back from where we saw it earlier this weekend for a $27M Friday and $26.8M Saturday, which will result in a $75M 3-day and $122.6M 5-day. Exclaimed Universal Domestic Distribution President Jim Orr, “What a tremendous debut for Despicable Me 4, one of the most beloved franchises in film. Gru, his family and the Minions have once again been embraced by … Continue reading ‘Despicable Me 4’ Dethrones ‘Inside Out 2’ With $122M+ 5-Day Opening at the BO!!

‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ Sets Franchise Record Opening at the BO!!

So, as we approach the end of the weekend, it wasn’t a close call for No. 1 between Disney/Pixar’s Inside Out 2 and Paramount‘s A Quiet Place: Day One, with the former beating the latter $57.4M to $53M. Global debut for A Quiet Place: Day One was $98.5M. Inside Out 2 passes the $1 billion global mark as scheduled. Per box office metrics corp EntTelligence, … Continue reading ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ Sets Franchise Record Opening at the BO!!

The Bikeriders (2023) Review!!

Synopsis – It follows the rise of a Midwestern motorcycle club through the lives of its members. My Take – With critically acclaimed films Shotgun Stories (2007), Take Shelter (2011), Mud (2012), Midnight Special (2016), and Loving (2016), filling up his filmography, indeed it has been long wait to see writer-director Jeff Nichols return to the screen. A wait which was only made longer when its … Continue reading The Bikeriders (2023) Review!!

‘Inside Out 2’ Continues to Shatter Domestic Records at the BO!!

It helps when a studio has a mass-appealing movie during a heat wave-laden and rainstorm-soaked weekend, and that is what’s going on here for Disney/Pixar’s Inside Out 2, which is heading to a historic second frame for an animated movie with $100M per Disney. If that number sticks, it’s a -35% second-weekend ease, which is exceptional for any kind of tentpole. Not only does that … Continue reading ‘Inside Out 2’ Continues to Shatter Domestic Records at the BO!!

‘The Bikeriders’ Reveals New Image!! Check It Out!!

Focus Features is getting ready to speed into theaters with The Bikeriders, a film that will tell a fictionalized story of one of America’s most infamous motorcycle clubs. The film will star Austin Butler, and ahead of its highly anticipated release this June, Fandango has shown off a new image on their social media accounts depicting the star of The Bikeriders as he prepares to … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’ Reveals New Image!! Check It Out!!

‘The Bikeriders’ Reveals New Image!! Check It Out!!

Jeff Nichols’ upcoming film The Bikeriders is highly anticipated by fans as it brings the acclaimed filmmaker back in the director’s chair after a long hiatus. The feature also has an all-star cast including Tom Hardy, Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, and more. It’s based on a 1967 photo book of the same name by photojournalist Danny Lyon, encapsulating the lives of the Outlaws MC, the … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’ Reveals New Image!! Check It Out!!

‘The Bikeriders’ Sets June 21, 2024 as New Release Date!!

  After losing one distributor and gaining another, The Bikeriders finally has a new release date. Jeff Nichols‘ biker epic will roll into theaters June 21, 2024. The Bikeriders has ridden a rough road the past few months. Originally, it was set to be released on December 1 by Disney, but shifted from that release date to avoid the then-ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. The … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’ Sets June 21, 2024 as New Release Date!!

‘The Bikeriders’ Finds New Distributor in Focus Features!!

After being removed from The Walt Disney Company‘s release schedule, The Bikeriders has found a new home. According to Deadline, the drama starring Jodie Comer and Austin Butler will be distributed by Focus Features, with a theatrical release for the title planned for next year. With the domestic distribution plan set for the movie, it was decided that Universal would take charge of the film’s … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’ Finds New Distributor in Focus Features!!

‘The Bikeriders’: Disney Drops Jeff Nichols Directorial; to Seek New Distributors!!

The Bikeriders, the upcoming crime drama from director Jeff Nichols, is looking for a new home after 20th Century Studios and Disney let the movie go, according to a report by Deadline. The film, from New Regency, had already abandoned its December 1 theatrical release date, but following the financial failure of the last collaboration between New Regency and Disney, the House of Mouse has … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’: Disney Drops Jeff Nichols Directorial; to Seek New Distributors!!

‘The Bikeriders’: New Images See Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, and Tom Hardy ’60s America!! Check It Out!!

The trio of stars from The Bikeriders is oozing cool in a set of new photos from Total Film magazine for the upcoming drama. The latest feature from acclaimed director Jeff Nichols takes inspiration from Danny Lyon‘s eponymous journalistic photography book which captured the prevalence of biker culture throughout 1960s America. At the center of Nichols‘s story are three interconnected individuals played by Austin Butler, … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’: New Images See Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, and Tom Hardy ’60s America!! Check It Out!!

‘The Bikeriders’ Sees Release Delays Due to Ongoing SAG-AFTRA Strike!!

New Regency has postponed the release of Jeff Nichols‘ The Bikeriders, starring Tom Hardy, Austin Butler, and Jodie Comer. The film was initially slated for a December 1 release – giving the biker drama an empty playground to capture the post-Thanksgiving weekend. However, with the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, New Regency Productions has decided to push the release date. Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé, set for … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’ Sees Release Delays Due to Ongoing SAG-AFTRA Strike!!

‘The Bikeriders’ Trailer Sees Austin Butler and Tom Hardy Leading a Dangerous Biker Gang!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – It follows the rise of a Midwestern motorcycle club through the lives of its members. Directed – Jeff Nichols Starring – Tom Hardy, Austin Butler, Jodie Comer Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’ Trailer Sees Austin Butler and Tom Hardy Leading a Dangerous Biker Gang!! Check It Out!!

‘The Bikeriders’: First Image Sees Austin Butler on the Open Road!! Check It Out!!

A new image from Jeff Nichols‘ upcoming film The Bikeriders has just been released, giving us a new look at the highly anticipated new film. 20th Century Studios released the new image to their social media accounts earlier today. The film is set to debut at the Telluride Film Festival on August 31, 2023, after which The Bikeriders will be released to theaters in the … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’: First Image Sees Austin Butler on the Open Road!! Check It Out!!

‘The Bikeriders’: Jeff Nichols’ Next Starring Tom Hardy, Austin Butler to Release on December 1st!!

Jeff Nichols‘ long-gestating biker epic The Bikeriders will roll into theaters in time for the holiday season. The star-studded film will bow on December 1. The Bikeriders boasts a star-studded cast, including Tom Hardy, Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, Boyd Holbrook, Norman Reedus, and frequent Nichols collaborator Michael Shannon, who has appeared in all the director’s films to date. It is based on legendary photographer Danny … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’: Jeff Nichols’ Next Starring Tom Hardy, Austin Butler to Release on December 1st!!

‘The Bikeriders’: Jeff Nichols’ Next Starring Tom Hardy, Austin Butler Wraps Filming!!

Filming on the Jeff Nichols-directed The Bikeriders has officially wrapped up. Utility stunts persona Ted Williams posted to his social media account to announce the end of filming on Elvis star Austin Butler’s latest movie. Posting to his Instagram account, Williams announced the end of filming on The Bikeriders. “Elvis has left the building! That’s a picture wrap on The Bikeriders! Thanks for a great … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’: Jeff Nichols’ Next Starring Tom Hardy, Austin Butler Wraps Filming!!

‘The Bikeriders’: Norman Reedus Joins Jeff Nichols’ Next!!

Jeff Nichols‘ next feature film, The Bikeriders is already full of stars and yet it has succeeded in adding another celebrated name in the industry, Norman Reedus, the star of AMC’s hit zombie series, The Walking Dead. Reedus now has what will be his first post-TWD film role as he prepares to bid farewell to the series which is in its final season and will ultimately end next month. … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’: Norman Reedus Joins Jeff Nichols’ Next!!

‘The Bikeriders’: Michael Shannon, Boyd Holbrook, and Damon Herriman Join Jeff Nichols’ Next!!

Several prominent actors have joined the cast of Jeff Nichols‘ next feature film The Bikeriders, according to an exclusive report from Deadline. Two-time Academy Award-nominated actor Michael Shannon (Man of Steel) has joined the cast in an undisclosed role alongside Boyd Holbrook, who starred in the film Logan and the recently released The Sandman, and Damon Herriman (Once Upon a Time in Hollywood). While the … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’: Michael Shannon, Boyd Holbrook, and Damon Herriman Join Jeff Nichols’ Next!!

‘The Bikeriders’: Tom Hardy, Jodie Comer, and Austin Butler Cast in Jeff Nichols’ Next!!

Jeff Nichols’ next film The Bikeriders now has a star-studded cast, Deadline reports. Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, and Tom Hardy are now attached to the project, which is inspired by photographer Danny Lyon’s book by the same name. The talented and award-winning Comer has proven her acting abilities in films like Help and shows like Killing Eve. Butler whose most notable role is the title … Continue reading ‘The Bikeriders’: Tom Hardy, Jodie Comer, and Austin Butler Cast in Jeff Nichols’ Next!!