THE MUPPETS MOVIES COVERAGE

Disney Announces Release Dates for Upcoming Marvel Films, TOMORROWLAND & More

Today The Walt Disney Studios announced a number of release schedule updates, including Brad Bird's TOMORROWLAND, two unnamed Marvel films, and more! Check out the full announcement below! (more...)

Museum of the Moving Image to Build Jim Henson Gallery; Set for Winter 2014-15 Opening

Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, Museum of the Moving Image, The Jim Henson Legacy, and other officials today announced that the family of Jim Henson has donated nearly 400 puppets, costumes, props, and ot... (more...)

UPDATE: Emily Blunt to Join INTO THE WOODS Film as 'The Baker's Wife'; Plus Christine Baranski as 'The Stepmother'?

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Emily Blunt is in talks to join Disney's film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's musical Into the Woods, directed by Rob Marshall. Now, sources have told The Wrap t... (more...)

Emily Blunt to Join INTO THE WOODS Film as 'The Baker's Wife'?

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Emily Blunt is in talks to join Disney's movie adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's musical Into the Woods, directed by Rob Marshall. Blunt would play the role of the ... (more...)

Matthew Ziff Receives Sunscreen Film Festival Rising Star Award

Florida's Sunscreen Film Festival 2013 (www.sunscreenfilmfestival.com), supported by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, has honored hot young actor Matthew Ziff (www.matthewziff.com) wit... (more...)

Jason Segel to Pen Children's Book Series for Random House

Random House Children's Books has acquired NIGHTMARES!, an engaging new middle-grade fiction series from actor and multi-talented creative artist Jason Segel and New York Times bestselling author Kirs... (more...)

WB Halts Tina Fey & Steve Carell Comedy MAIL ORDER GROOM

Just when the re-teaming of Tina Fey and Steve Carell seemed too good to be true, it turns out it was. For now, at least. According to Deadline, Warner Brothers has postponed production on the duo's u... (more...)

Photo Flash: Anne Hathaway & More Win at 2013 BAFTA Awards

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts announced the winners of the 2013 BAFTA Awards last night, Sunday February 10 in London. Below, check out the full list of winners as well as photos fro... (more...)

ARGO Wins 'Best Film' at 2013 BAFTA Awards - All the Winners Here!

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts were held today in the UK, and once again, ARGO took home the top two prizes: 'Best Film,' and 'Best Director' for Ben Affleck. (more...)

PITCH PERFECT Director Jason Moore Enlists Tina Fey for THE NEST

Jason Moore, the man behind the runaway hit PITCH PERFECT, is reportedly in talks to take the helm on THE NEST, an upcoming comedy with Tina Fey attached. Deadline first broke the news this afternoon.... (more...)

Photo Flash: First Look at Disney's THE MUPPETS... AGAIN!

Kermit, Miss Piggy and the whole MUPPET gang will be returning for director James Bobin's upcoming sequel to be called THE MUPPET...AGAIN! Filming is currently underway in London for its March 21, 201... (more...)

Title & Storyline Revealed for MUPPETS Sequel!

Kermit, Miss Piggy and the whole MUPPET gang will be returning for director James Bobin's upcoming sequel to be called THE MUPPET...AGAIN! Filming is currently underway in London for its March 21, 201... (more...)

Tina Fey & Ray Liotta Sign on for MUPPETS Sequel

Ray Liotta and Tina Fey have officially signed on for the upcoming MUPPETS sequel, Variety has reported. (more...)

Disney to Cancel 3-D Re-Release of THE LITTLE MERMAID

According to the LA Times, Walt Disney studios has canceled their plan to release THE LITTLE MERMAID in 3-D this September. This decision arrives after poor box office performances for the 3-D re-rele... (more...)

MUPPETS 2 Set for 3/21/14 Release; Jolie's MALEFICENT Bumped to July 2014

THE MUPPETS 2 is now dated for March 21, 2014, Disney announced today. To make room for their second outing, the studio has also bumped Angelina Jolei's MALEFICENT from the same date, to July 2, 2014.... (more...)

Tina Fey in Talks to Join Ricky Gervais for MUPPETS Sequel

According to the Hollywood Reporter, comedy goddess Tina Fey is officially in talks to take on a lead role in Disney's upcoming MUPPETS sequel. (more...)

ARGO, LINCOLN, LES MIS Among 2012 BAFTA Nominees

The full list of nominations has been announced for the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) which will take place on Sunday February 10th at London's Royal Opera House. In the category for Best Pictur... (more...)

WB Develops Think Tank to Roll Out an Animated Film Each Year

Warner Bros. Pictures has formed a feature animation creative consortium, marking a new and innovative approach to the establishment of a diverse and far-reaching animation slate. The announcement w... (more...)

Movie Musicals Box Office - LES MISERABLES vs. Previous Musical Films - the Story So Far

With Tom Hooper's big screen adaptation of LES MISERABLES already making a healthy start at the box office, BroadwayWorld decided to gather a ranking of the Top 20 movie musicals since 1974. Grease le... (more...)

Ricky Gervais in Talks to Lead THE MUPPETS Sequel

English comedian Ricky Gervais is reportedly in talks to star in THE MUPPETS sequel as the film's lead character, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. The Disney film is set to begin production in Ja... (more...)

BAFTA Announces Children's Awards Winners

The ceremony was hosted by Barney Harwood at the London Hilton on Park Lane, and presenters included Eddie Izzard, Alesha Dixon, Sir David Jason, Tom and Dougie from McFly, Olympic gold medallists He... (more...)

VIDEO: Disney's MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL 20th Anniversary Collector's Edition

The Charles Dickens-inspired classic holiday story "The Muppet Christmas Carol," rings in its 20th anniversary with the Blu-ray™ debut of this family favorite today. Check out the clip from the specia... (more...)

THE HELP Among Winners of Artios Awards® For Outstanding Achievement in Casting

The Casting Society of America (CSA) winners were announced tonight of the 28th Annual Artios Awards® For Outstanding Achievement in Casting. Hosted by Nicole Sullivan, the award ceremony was held at... (more...)

BAFTA Announces 2012 Children's Awards Nominations

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced the nominations for the 2012 British Academy Children's Awards, which take place on Sunday, November 25 at the London Hilton, Par... (more...)

4Hawk and Neboya Collective's THE AUSTIN PENDLETON PROJECT: WHERE THE WORK IS Documentary Begins Production

Presented by 4Hawk Productions and The Neboya Collective, The Austin Pendleton Project: Where The Work Is is a documentary film currently in production. (more...)