The Ghostbusters: Afterlife (watch it Here) sequel Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (which, of course, also serves as a sequel to the original Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters II) reached theatres back at the end of March – you can read our review of the film Here and see our ranking of the franchise entries at This Link. So far, the film has racked up almost $190 million at the global box office… and now it’s time for its digital release so people can watch it in the comfort of their own homes. According to Film Stories, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment will be giving Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire a digital release next week, on May 7th.
Ghostbusters: Afterlife stars Finn Wolfhard and Mckenna Grace are back for the sequel, reprising the roles of Trevor and Phoebe. They’re joined in the cast by Carrie Coon, playing Trevor and Phoebe’s mom Callie; Paul Rudd, back as...
Ghostbusters: Afterlife stars Finn Wolfhard and Mckenna Grace are back for the sequel, reprising the roles of Trevor and Phoebe. They’re joined in the cast by Carrie Coon, playing Trevor and Phoebe’s mom Callie; Paul Rudd, back as...
- 5/3/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Less than two months after releasing in theaters, where it has scared up $188 million at the box office, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is headed home next week, we’ve learned.
First reported by Ghostbusters News, Frozen Empire comes to Digital Tuesday, May 7.
In Gil Kenan’s Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the Spengler family returns to where it all started – the iconic New York City firehouse – to team up with the original Ghostbusters, who’ve developed a top-secret research lab to take busting ghosts to the next level.
But when the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second Ice Age.
The cast includes Patton Oswalt, Kumail Nanjiani, James Acaster, and Emily Alyn Lind, alongside Bill Murray, Finn Wolfhard, Ernie Hudson, Mckenna Grace, Paul Rudd, Celeste O’Connor, Logan Kim, Annie Potts, Dan Aykroyd and Carrie Coon.
First reported by Ghostbusters News, Frozen Empire comes to Digital Tuesday, May 7.
In Gil Kenan’s Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the Spengler family returns to where it all started – the iconic New York City firehouse – to team up with the original Ghostbusters, who’ve developed a top-secret research lab to take busting ghosts to the next level.
But when the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second Ice Age.
The cast includes Patton Oswalt, Kumail Nanjiani, James Acaster, and Emily Alyn Lind, alongside Bill Murray, Finn Wolfhard, Ernie Hudson, Mckenna Grace, Paul Rudd, Celeste O’Connor, Logan Kim, Annie Potts, Dan Aykroyd and Carrie Coon.
- 5/2/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
When one sees Eddie Murphy, they won’t be amiss to recall the name Axel Foley. The American comedian has made a name for himself starring in the Beverly Hills Cop movies, a franchise that went on to entertain fans for decades.
Even Gen Z knows the legends of Beverly Hills Cop. But for Murphy himself, the name rings both good and bad memories. And well, the idea that he could have worked with Quentin Tarantino on the fabled project.
Eddie Murphy hated Beverly Hills Cop III
Eddie Murphy wanted a proper end to Beverly Hills Cop
It’s been almost 4 decades since the Og Beverly Hills Cop hit the theatres. But Eddie Murphy still can’t do away with the desire to essay the role of the cop. It shouldn’t come as a shock to anyone, considering that back in the 80s he owned the role of Axel Foley in Beverly Hills Cop.
Even Gen Z knows the legends of Beverly Hills Cop. But for Murphy himself, the name rings both good and bad memories. And well, the idea that he could have worked with Quentin Tarantino on the fabled project.
Eddie Murphy hated Beverly Hills Cop III
Eddie Murphy wanted a proper end to Beverly Hills Cop
It’s been almost 4 decades since the Og Beverly Hills Cop hit the theatres. But Eddie Murphy still can’t do away with the desire to essay the role of the cop. It shouldn’t come as a shock to anyone, considering that back in the 80s he owned the role of Axel Foley in Beverly Hills Cop.
- 4/26/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
Network: NBC
Episodes: 31 (hour)
Seasons: Two
TV show dates: September 19, 2022 -- February 20, 2024
Series status: Cancelled
Performers include: Raymond Lee, Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, and Nanrisa Lee.
TV show description:
A sci-fi series, the Quantum Leap TV show is a sequel to the 1989-93 series of the same name which ran on NBC for 97 episodes.
It’s been nearly 30 years since Dr. Sam Beckett stepped into the Quantum Leap accelerator and vanished. Now, a new team, led by physicist Ben Song (Lee), has been assembled to restart the project in hope of understanding the mysteries behind the machine and the man who created it.
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Episodes: 31 (hour)
Seasons: Two
TV show dates: September 19, 2022 -- February 20, 2024
Series status: Cancelled
Performers include: Raymond Lee, Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, and Nanrisa Lee.
TV show description:
A sci-fi series, the Quantum Leap TV show is a sequel to the 1989-93 series of the same name which ran on NBC for 97 episodes.
It’s been nearly 30 years since Dr. Sam Beckett stepped into the Quantum Leap accelerator and vanished. Now, a new team, led by physicist Ben Song (Lee), has been assembled to restart the project in hope of understanding the mysteries behind the machine and the man who created it.
Read More…...
- 4/23/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Jack and Rose’s tragic romance in Titanic is considered to be one of the greatest love stories. James Cameron’s epic disaster film was known for its amazing practical and visual effects but has become a modern classic due to Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet’s acclaimed performances as the leading couple.
Though Cameron’s ambitious project runs over three hours, the filmmaker still had some deleted scenes on the cutting room floor. One of these scenes saw Jack and Rose singing ‘Come Josephine’ after their Irish Dance at the third class section. Fans were quick to notice that the song was hummed by the duo at different points in the film, including its heartbreaking ending.
One Detail In Titanic’s Deleted Scene Is Heartbreaking Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet in Titanic
James Cameron’s Titanic was the highest-grossing film of all time until it was beaten by Cameron...
Though Cameron’s ambitious project runs over three hours, the filmmaker still had some deleted scenes on the cutting room floor. One of these scenes saw Jack and Rose singing ‘Come Josephine’ after their Irish Dance at the third class section. Fans were quick to notice that the song was hummed by the duo at different points in the film, including its heartbreaking ending.
One Detail In Titanic’s Deleted Scene Is Heartbreaking Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet in Titanic
James Cameron’s Titanic was the highest-grossing film of all time until it was beaten by Cameron...
- 4/22/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Before The Sopranos, Game of Thrones, Six Feet Under, The Wire, or any of the other popular HBO shows, there was Oz. The one-hour drama chronicled the lives of the staff and inmates at the Oswald State Correctional Facility, a maximum security penitentiary home to the most violent offenders in the state. It’s been over twenty years since the series concluded, but creator Tom Fontana is back with an Oz short film starring Lee Tergesen as Tobias Beecher and Dean Winters as Ryan O’Reily.
Titled Zo, the short film actually premiered at the Atx Festival in 2021, but few people were able to see it. Thankfully, Zo will premiere on YouTube on May 1st, giving fans around the world the chance to finally see it. According to Kirk Acevado, who starred in Oz as Miguel Alvarez, it could even lead to a sequel series if the short film gets enough buzz.
Titled Zo, the short film actually premiered at the Atx Festival in 2021, but few people were able to see it. Thankfully, Zo will premiere on YouTube on May 1st, giving fans around the world the chance to finally see it. According to Kirk Acevado, who starred in Oz as Miguel Alvarez, it could even lead to a sequel series if the short film gets enough buzz.
- 4/19/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
British-American filmmaker Gil Kenan, who has directed ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’, has said that the ‘Ghostbusters’ franchise changed his life as a kid with its unique blend of horror and comedy.
‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ sees the return of the Spengler family to the New York City firehouse where it all began. They join forces with the original Ghostbusters, who have established a top-secret research lab to take ghost-busting to new heights. Things go awry when their discovery of an ancient artefact unexpectedly unleashes an evil force, putting the world at risk of a second Ice Age.
Talking about the impact of the film on him as a child, Kenan said: “‘Ghostbusters’ changed my life as a kid – the unique blend of scares and comedy. I had never experienced anything like it in a movie theatre before. What really got me was the fun of it all, the joy on screen. It was that feeling,...
‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ sees the return of the Spengler family to the New York City firehouse where it all began. They join forces with the original Ghostbusters, who have established a top-secret research lab to take ghost-busting to new heights. Things go awry when their discovery of an ancient artefact unexpectedly unleashes an evil force, putting the world at risk of a second Ice Age.
Talking about the impact of the film on him as a child, Kenan said: “‘Ghostbusters’ changed my life as a kid – the unique blend of scares and comedy. I had never experienced anything like it in a movie theatre before. What really got me was the fun of it all, the joy on screen. It was that feeling,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The influence of Keanu Reeves’ legacy film The Matrix is insurmountable in its degree – be it of relevance or pop culture identity. The film eschewed the generic tropes of action movies and added a blend of martial arts with high-scope science fiction to make something inherently unique. The product then created by the merger of Lilly and Lana Wachowski’s imagination continues to subvert audience expectations to date and essentially prove its worth in modern society.
The Matrix [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, the very reasons that made The Matrix such a beloved addition to the public consciousness are the same reasons that laid waste to the recent culture in film and television. While The Matrix integrates a trans identity in the film’s very core, the rest of Hollywood trips over its own two feet trying to force diversity and inclusivity in its plot and narrative.
The Matrix Director Discusses the...
The Matrix [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, the very reasons that made The Matrix such a beloved addition to the public consciousness are the same reasons that laid waste to the recent culture in film and television. While The Matrix integrates a trans identity in the film’s very core, the rest of Hollywood trips over its own two feet trying to force diversity and inclusivity in its plot and narrative.
The Matrix Director Discusses the...
- 4/16/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Legendary action star Sylvester Stallone’s Tusla King has received remarkable accolades with its season 1 run. However, the lead star has recently found himself amid controversy after a background actor accused him of passing comments, making the set unfavorable for the background artist.
Sylvester Stallone in a still from Tulsa King
Tennessee native, Thomas Mooneyham drove to the set of the show to film his scene in a bar alongside Stallone but it came as an utter regret for Mooneyham, as Stallone, as he claimed, passed derogatory comments on the Bg actor on the set of the Paramount+ show.
Tulsa King Background Actor Alleged Sylvester Stallone of Deragotary Remarks
Sylvester Stallone in Tulsa King
Thomas Mooneyham, a background actor featured in Taylor Sheridan-created and Sylvester Stallone-led Paramount+ action comedy series Tusla King. However, the actor claimed that his greeting on the show by Stallone was beyond what a man could tolerate.
Sylvester Stallone in a still from Tulsa King
Tennessee native, Thomas Mooneyham drove to the set of the show to film his scene in a bar alongside Stallone but it came as an utter regret for Mooneyham, as Stallone, as he claimed, passed derogatory comments on the Bg actor on the set of the Paramount+ show.
Tulsa King Background Actor Alleged Sylvester Stallone of Deragotary Remarks
Sylvester Stallone in Tulsa King
Thomas Mooneyham, a background actor featured in Taylor Sheridan-created and Sylvester Stallone-led Paramount+ action comedy series Tusla King. However, the actor claimed that his greeting on the show by Stallone was beyond what a man could tolerate.
- 4/12/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Leonardo DiCaprio has always had a penchant for choosing challenging roles that have required the actor to give every ounce of himself physically and emotionally. From enduring freezing waters in James Cameron’s blockbuster Titanic to eating raw bison to prepare for his Oscar-winning turn in The Revenant, the celebrity has never shied away from pushing the envelope.
Oscar winner Leonardo DiCaprio (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
While many of DiCaprio’s contemporaries may have shunned this type of method acting, the Shutter Island star’s training and skills actually ended up being a saving grace in real life. During the filming of Don’t Look Up, the star who had brought his two dogs along, ended up saving the canines’ lives with his heroic feat.
Leonardo DiCaprio Showed Daring Courage To Save His Dogs
Leonardo DiCaprio has always been up for any challenge. Through his eclectic filmography that saw him taking on a variety of roles,...
Oscar winner Leonardo DiCaprio (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
While many of DiCaprio’s contemporaries may have shunned this type of method acting, the Shutter Island star’s training and skills actually ended up being a saving grace in real life. During the filming of Don’t Look Up, the star who had brought his two dogs along, ended up saving the canines’ lives with his heroic feat.
Leonardo DiCaprio Showed Daring Courage To Save His Dogs
Leonardo DiCaprio has always been up for any challenge. Through his eclectic filmography that saw him taking on a variety of roles,...
- 4/10/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
With the Mickey Mouse and pre-Mickey Oswald the Lucky Rabbit characters now in the public domain, horror filmmakers are free to get their Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey on and turn the beloved animated icons into horror movie maniacs. Enter Oswald: Down the Rabbit Hole, an upcoming horror movie based on the character that was replaced by Mickey.
The project was announced earlier this year, and Bloody Disgusting has learned this week that the legendary Ernie Hudson (Ghostbusters) will star in the horror film!
The upcoming Oswald: Down the Rabbit Hole is being described as a “sinister take on a nostalgic fan-favorite cartoon character encompassing the pure horror genre.”
Hudson will be playing Oswald Jebediah Coleman, a brilliant animator who is cast away to a bone-chilling magical prison. After over 100 years of being trapped there, Oswald’s come-to-life cartoon rabbit is menacing, gruesome and out for blood.
“I am...
The project was announced earlier this year, and Bloody Disgusting has learned this week that the legendary Ernie Hudson (Ghostbusters) will star in the horror film!
The upcoming Oswald: Down the Rabbit Hole is being described as a “sinister take on a nostalgic fan-favorite cartoon character encompassing the pure horror genre.”
Hudson will be playing Oswald Jebediah Coleman, a brilliant animator who is cast away to a bone-chilling magical prison. After over 100 years of being trapped there, Oswald’s come-to-life cartoon rabbit is menacing, gruesome and out for blood.
“I am...
- 4/10/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Exclusive: Ghostbusters actor Ernie Hudson has signed on to star in the new horror film Oswald Down the Rabbit Hole.
Hudson will play Oswald Jebediah Coleman, a brilliant animator who is cast away to a bone-chilling magical prison. The synopsis reads: After over 100 years of being trapped there, Oswald’s come-to-life cartoon rabbit is menacing, gruesome and out for blood.
The film follows the main character, Art, portrayed by Topher Hall. Art is the grandson of Hudson’s Oswald. When Art and his brother, Evan, portrayed by Yasha Rayzberg — who studied for two years at The Ruskin School of Acting and worked with Seinfeld and Arli$$ writer Sam Henry Kass — go on a journey to track down his family lineage, it quickly turns into a bloodcurdling nightmare. They are transported to a place lost in time, shrouded by dark Hollywood magic.
Cameras are set to start rolling on the pic...
Hudson will play Oswald Jebediah Coleman, a brilliant animator who is cast away to a bone-chilling magical prison. The synopsis reads: After over 100 years of being trapped there, Oswald’s come-to-life cartoon rabbit is menacing, gruesome and out for blood.
The film follows the main character, Art, portrayed by Topher Hall. Art is the grandson of Hudson’s Oswald. When Art and his brother, Evan, portrayed by Yasha Rayzberg — who studied for two years at The Ruskin School of Acting and worked with Seinfeld and Arli$$ writer Sam Henry Kass — go on a journey to track down his family lineage, it quickly turns into a bloodcurdling nightmare. They are transported to a place lost in time, shrouded by dark Hollywood magic.
Cameras are set to start rolling on the pic...
- 4/10/2024
- by Zac Ntim, Andreas Wiseman and Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
The Roots have announced a new run of tour dates dubbed the “Hip-Hop Is the Love of My Life Tour,” which will see the band head to cities across America with support from Arrested Development and Digable Planets.
The tour will follow the 2024 iteration of The Roots’ Picnic in Philadelphia this June, which will feature a lineup including Lil Wayne, Jill Scott, André 3000, and more. At the end of June, The Roots will double down with the Roots Picnic: Hip-Hop Is The Love of My Life festival in Los Angeles, where Arrested Development and Digable Planets will perform as well.
Get The Roots Tickets Here
After the LA festival, The Roots will play a few more dates (including three in Europe), and then reunite with Arrested Development and Digable Planets for the “Hip-Hop Is the Love of My Life” dates, beginning with a performance in Houston. From there, they’ll head through the South,...
The tour will follow the 2024 iteration of The Roots’ Picnic in Philadelphia this June, which will feature a lineup including Lil Wayne, Jill Scott, André 3000, and more. At the end of June, The Roots will double down with the Roots Picnic: Hip-Hop Is The Love of My Life festival in Los Angeles, where Arrested Development and Digable Planets will perform as well.
Get The Roots Tickets Here
After the LA festival, The Roots will play a few more dates (including three in Europe), and then reunite with Arrested Development and Digable Planets for the “Hip-Hop Is the Love of My Life” dates, beginning with a performance in Houston. From there, they’ll head through the South,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Music
Will Ben end up in the wrong time and place in the second season of the Quantum Leap TV show on NBC? As we all know, the Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like Quantum Leap is cancelled or renewed for season three. Unfortunately, most of us do not live in Nielsen households. Because many viewers feel frustrated when their viewing habits and opinions aren't considered, we invite you to rate all of the second season episodes of Quantum Leap here. *Status Update Below.
An NBC sci-fi series, the Quantum Leap TV show is a sequel to the 1989-93 series of the same name. This incarnation stars Raymond Lee, Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, Nanrisa Lee, Eliza Taylor, and Peter Gadiot. Led by physicist Ben Song (Lee), a new team has been assembled to...
An NBC sci-fi series, the Quantum Leap TV show is a sequel to the 1989-93 series of the same name. This incarnation stars Raymond Lee, Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, Nanrisa Lee, Eliza Taylor, and Peter Gadiot. Led by physicist Ben Song (Lee), a new team has been assembled to...
- 4/6/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The first season of the new Quantum Leap wasn't a big hit in the ratings, but NBC had faith and renewed the series anyway. Thanks to the actors and writers strikes, Quantum Leap is one of the few scripted network drama series to return with new episodes this fall. Will this help new viewers discover the show? Will Quantum Leap be cancelled or renewed for season three? Stay tuned. *Status Update Below.
A sci-fi series, the Quantum Leap TV show is a sequel to the 1989-93 series of the same name. This incarnation stars Raymond Lee, Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, Nanrisa Lee, Eliza Taylor, and Peter Gadiot. Led by physicist Ben Song (Lee), a new team has been assembled to restart the Quantum Leap project. When Ben makes an unauthorized leap into the past, the...
A sci-fi series, the Quantum Leap TV show is a sequel to the 1989-93 series of the same name. This incarnation stars Raymond Lee, Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, Nanrisa Lee, Eliza Taylor, and Peter Gadiot. Led by physicist Ben Song (Lee), a new team has been assembled to restart the Quantum Leap project. When Ben makes an unauthorized leap into the past, the...
- 4/6/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Back in 1989, the original Quantum Leap sci-fi series was one of the more popular shows on TV. Created by Donald P. Bellisario, the series consisted of a total of 97 episodes spread through five seasons. The original show starred Scott Bakula and Dean Stockwell. Bellisario revived the show in 2022, setting it 30 years after the end of the original series. The series ran for two seasons (31 episodes in total) on NBC, and we are sad to report that the series has now been canceled after two seasons on NBC.
This news doesn’t really come as a major shocker to anyone, as the series had been on the bubble ever since its two-hour season finale that aired on February 20, 2024. In contrast to this, the series had been renewed for a second season in December 2022, while the season was still being broadcast.
The new series starred Raymond Lee as the new lead protagonist Dr.
This news doesn’t really come as a major shocker to anyone, as the series had been on the bubble ever since its two-hour season finale that aired on February 20, 2024. In contrast to this, the series had been renewed for a second season in December 2022, while the season was still being broadcast.
The new series starred Raymond Lee as the new lead protagonist Dr.
- 4/6/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Ben and his team have run out of time. NBC has cancelled Quantum Leap, so viewers won't be seeing a third season. The second season of 13 episodes finished airing in February.
A sci-fi series, the Quantum Leap TV show is a sequel to the 1989-93 series of the same name. This incarnation stars Raymond Lee, Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, Nanrisa Lee, Eliza Taylor, and Peter Gadiot. Led by physicist Ben Song (Lee), a new team has been assembled to restart the Quantum Leap project. When Ben makes an unauthorized leap into the past, the team is left behind to solve the mystery of why he did it. At Ben’s side throughout his leaps is Addison (Bassett), who appears in the form of a hologram only Ben can see and hear. At the helm of...
A sci-fi series, the Quantum Leap TV show is a sequel to the 1989-93 series of the same name. This incarnation stars Raymond Lee, Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, Nanrisa Lee, Eliza Taylor, and Peter Gadiot. Led by physicist Ben Song (Lee), a new team has been assembled to restart the Quantum Leap project. When Ben makes an unauthorized leap into the past, the team is left behind to solve the mystery of why he did it. At Ben’s side throughout his leaps is Addison (Bassett), who appears in the form of a hologram only Ben can see and hear. At the helm of...
- 4/6/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Unfortunately, we’re not going to get to see what two-person leaps look like: Quantum Leap has been canceled after two seasons, TV Insider has confirmed. The NBC series following the original series starring Scott Bakula premiered in 2022. Physicist Ben (Raymond Lee) was working on the Quantum Leap accelerator when he surprised the rest of the team—fiancée Addison (Caitlin Bassett), Magic (Ernie Hudson), Ian (Mason Alexander Park), and Jenn (Nanrisa Lee)—by leaping (when it was supposed to be Addison). But the Season 2 finale saw them figure out the code that could bring Ben home, so he would stop leaping from person to person to right wrongs, only someone would have to trade places with him. Addison volunteered, but rather than Ben coming home, the two reunited in the past, setting the stage for two-person leaps. “Whenever you’re doing seasons of television, most of the time you don...
- 4/5/2024
- TV Insider
Quantum Leap has made its last jump.
The dynamic sci-fi series starring Raymond Lee and Caitlin Bassett will not be returning for Season 3 at NBC, TVLine has confirmed.
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Quantum Leap‘s sophomore run averaged 3.6 million total viewers and a 0.44 demo rating (with Live+7). Out of the 11 original dramas NBC has aired this TV season,...
The dynamic sci-fi series starring Raymond Lee and Caitlin Bassett will not be returning for Season 3 at NBC, TVLine has confirmed.
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Quantum Leap‘s sophomore run averaged 3.6 million total viewers and a 0.44 demo rating (with Live+7). Out of the 11 original dramas NBC has aired this TV season,...
- 4/5/2024
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
“Quantum Leap” has been canceled at NBC after two seasons, Variety has confirmed.
The show served as a followup to the 1989 show of the same name starring Scott Bakula and Dean Stockwell. The revamped version starred Raymond Lee as physicist Dr. Ben Song, whose attempt to restart the Quantum Leap project pioneered by Dr. Sam Beckett leads to him being trapped in different people’s lives in the past just like Beckett. As he seeks to put right what once went wrong in those lives, he “leaps” to different lives while hoping that each leap will be the leap home.
The cast of the series also included Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, and Nanrisa Lee. Steven Lilien and Bryan Wynbrandt developed the series and served as executive producers alongside Martin Gero via Quinn’s House, Dean Georgaris, Deborah Pratt, Chris Grismer, and Alex Berger. Universal Television was the studio.
The show served as a followup to the 1989 show of the same name starring Scott Bakula and Dean Stockwell. The revamped version starred Raymond Lee as physicist Dr. Ben Song, whose attempt to restart the Quantum Leap project pioneered by Dr. Sam Beckett leads to him being trapped in different people’s lives in the past just like Beckett. As he seeks to put right what once went wrong in those lives, he “leaps” to different lives while hoping that each leap will be the leap home.
The cast of the series also included Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, and Nanrisa Lee. Steven Lilien and Bryan Wynbrandt developed the series and served as executive producers alongside Martin Gero via Quinn’s House, Dean Georgaris, Deborah Pratt, Chris Grismer, and Alex Berger. Universal Television was the studio.
- 4/5/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: NBC has decided not to proceed with a third season of its Quantum Leap reboot starring Raymond Lee. The news comes more than a month after the two-hour Season 2 finale aired Feb. 20.
The development is not entirely surprising as the series, from Universal Television, had been on the bubble. That is in contrast to last season when Quantum Leap received a very early renewal in December 2022.
A follow-up to the original series, which aired on NBC from 1989-93, Quantum Leap is set in present day. It’s been 30 years since Dr. Sam Beckett stepped into the Quantum Leap accelerator and vanished. Now a new team has been assembled to restart the project in the hopes of understanding the mysteries behind the machine and the man who created it.
In addition to Lee, the series stars Ernie Hudson, Caitlin Bassett, Mason Alexander Park and Nanrisa Lee.
Co-showrunners Martin Gero and...
The development is not entirely surprising as the series, from Universal Television, had been on the bubble. That is in contrast to last season when Quantum Leap received a very early renewal in December 2022.
A follow-up to the original series, which aired on NBC from 1989-93, Quantum Leap is set in present day. It’s been 30 years since Dr. Sam Beckett stepped into the Quantum Leap accelerator and vanished. Now a new team has been assembled to restart the project in the hopes of understanding the mysteries behind the machine and the man who created it.
In addition to Lee, the series stars Ernie Hudson, Caitlin Bassett, Mason Alexander Park and Nanrisa Lee.
Co-showrunners Martin Gero and...
- 4/5/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Hollywood star Ernie Hudson recently returned to the big screen with the fifth installment in the beloved franchise Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Despite the excitement surrounding the return of the original ghost-hunting ensemble, the 78-year-old actor, who reprised his role as Winston Zeddemore, has become the center of attraction for his remarkable physique.
Ernie Hudson in Ghostbusters (1984)
Fans have been expressing admiration for Hudson, speculating about the secrets behind his seemingly age-defying appearance. The actor reflected on the same in his recent interview with People.
Ernie Hudson Reflects on His Age-Defying Physique
Ernie Hudson gained people’s attention when he posed on the red carpet donning jeans and a black t-shirt. And the actor soon went viral, with people sharing their reactions to how fit Hudson has kept himself despite being in his late 70s.
Ernie Hudson as Winston Zeddermore in Ghostbusters: Afterlife
And the Ghostbusters actor is nothing but grateful for the attention.
Ernie Hudson in Ghostbusters (1984)
Fans have been expressing admiration for Hudson, speculating about the secrets behind his seemingly age-defying appearance. The actor reflected on the same in his recent interview with People.
Ernie Hudson Reflects on His Age-Defying Physique
Ernie Hudson gained people’s attention when he posed on the red carpet donning jeans and a black t-shirt. And the actor soon went viral, with people sharing their reactions to how fit Hudson has kept himself despite being in his late 70s.
Ernie Hudson as Winston Zeddermore in Ghostbusters: Afterlife
And the Ghostbusters actor is nothing but grateful for the attention.
- 3/30/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Graphic: The A.V. Club, Photo: John P. Johnson, Gkids, Neon, Janus Films, Image: Focus Features, Warner Bros., Screenshot: Sony Pictures Entertainment/YouTube, Searchlight Pictures/YouTube, Sony Pictures Entertainment/YouTubeBustin’ used to make me feel goodForeground: Ernie Hudson, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Harold Ramis in Ghostbusters (Columbia Pictures/Archive Photos...
- 3/30/2024
- avclub.com
Thirty-two years ago, the psychological thriller The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (watch it Here) reached theatres – and this one will always have a special place in my heart, because I remember catching a screening during its theatrical run. Little kid me sitting in a theatre, watching the story play out with my mom beside me. I even remember my mom gasping at the sight of something that happens in the film. Someone else who has an appreciation for the movie is my fellow JoBlo writer Lance Vlcek, and he felt it was time for this movie to get the Revisited treatment. So you can hear all about it by checking out the video embedded above!
Directed by Curtis Hanson from a screenplay written by Amanda Silver, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle has the following synopsis: When she was assaulted by her doctor, Claire Bartel reported him to the police,...
Directed by Curtis Hanson from a screenplay written by Amanda Silver, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle has the following synopsis: When she was assaulted by her doctor, Claire Bartel reported him to the police,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
I’ll start with an important disclaimer for all readers since the following hot take will inevitably trigger strong reactions. As someone from a small European country and born in 1994, Ghostbusters (1984) was never a defining classic of my childhood or adolescence, so I don’t feel the nostalgia that many others have for the original film, although I do enjoy it. That said, I (re)watched it, along with Ghostbusters II and Ghostbusters: Afterlife this week in preparation for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, and – here it comes – I consider the 2021 sequel my favorite movie in the famous franchise. In fact, comparing it directly with the original – here it comes again – beyond the inevitable audiovisual improvements, I find Afterlife to have better humor, characters, and cast.
I understand if you want to close the page after reading this first paragraph, but the truth is we all look at the world differently and...
I understand if you want to close the page after reading this first paragraph, but the truth is we all look at the world differently and...
- 3/29/2024
- by Manuel Sao Bento
- Talking Films
Sylvester Stallone is certainly one of the biggest names in the history of Hollywood, as he was truly the king when it came to action and drama in the 70s and 80s. After all, his roles in classics such as Rocky, Rambo, and more, solidified his legacy as an all-time great.
Sylvester Stallone in Rocky
With that said, Stallone named just one role that didn’t show him as impaired or dangerous in one of his lesser-known movies. This might also come as a surprise for many fans in general who have followed him over the years.
Sylvester Stallone Named Just One Role That Doesn’t Show Him As Dangerous Another scene from Rocky
As per Variety, tied by commitments to nine shows, Taylor Sheridan couldn’t be as involved as before. After crafting the Tulsa King pilot within three days and swiftly securing Sylvester Stallone’s participation, Sheridan entrusted the project to Terence Winter,...
Sylvester Stallone in Rocky
With that said, Stallone named just one role that didn’t show him as impaired or dangerous in one of his lesser-known movies. This might also come as a surprise for many fans in general who have followed him over the years.
Sylvester Stallone Named Just One Role That Doesn’t Show Him As Dangerous Another scene from Rocky
As per Variety, tied by commitments to nine shows, Taylor Sheridan couldn’t be as involved as before. After crafting the Tulsa King pilot within three days and swiftly securing Sylvester Stallone’s participation, Sheridan entrusted the project to Terence Winter,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
Ernie Hudson has made a huge name for his role as Winston Zeddemore in the Ghostbusters franchise. He has appeared in all the movies of the franchise since it started in 1984. Recently, he raised chatter on the internet after being spotted in London. Fans worldwide can’t believe that the actor is 78 years old as he looks younger than most popular Hollywood actors.
Ernie Hudson in a still from Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
Ernie Hudson reprises his role as Winston Zeddemore in the latest Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. He was 38 years old when he first played the role in 1984’s Ghostbusters alongside Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Harold Ramis. The fans are shocked to see how the star looks extremely young even after being older than most of his co-actors.
Ernie Hudson surprises fans with his physique and good looks
Ernie Hudson in Ghostbusters (1984)
The latest Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire has opened in...
Ernie Hudson in a still from Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
Ernie Hudson reprises his role as Winston Zeddemore in the latest Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. He was 38 years old when he first played the role in 1984’s Ghostbusters alongside Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Harold Ramis. The fans are shocked to see how the star looks extremely young even after being older than most of his co-actors.
Ernie Hudson surprises fans with his physique and good looks
Ernie Hudson in Ghostbusters (1984)
The latest Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire has opened in...
- 3/27/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Foreground: Ernie Hudson, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Harold Ramis in Ghostbusters (Columbia Pictures/Archive Photos/Getty Images); Background: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (Sony Pictures)Graphic: The A.V. Club
The original Ghostbusters is a near-perfect film. It’s just the right blend of comedy and legitimate horror, with Dan Aykroyd,...
The original Ghostbusters is a near-perfect film. It’s just the right blend of comedy and legitimate horror, with Dan Aykroyd,...
- 3/26/2024
- by Charles Moss
- avclub.com
It's official: "Ghostbusters" is now a $1 billion franchise. Just shy of 40 years after the classic horror/comedy originally arrived in theaters back in 1984, the films have hit a major milestone at the box office thanks to the latest entry, "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire." Thanks to the new film's opening weekend haul, the series has now ascended the ranks to become one of the relatively few franchises in cinema history that can claim to have made ten figures or more in ticket sales.
Director Gil Kenan's "Frozen Empire" opened to $45 million over the weekend domestically, putting it on top of the charts in its debut. The Sony Pictures release also pulled in $16 million internationally, giving the film a $61 million start to its theatrical run. Looking at the bigger picture, that was enough to push the franchise past the $1 billion mark. The films have collectively grossed $1.005 billion through the years across four decades and five films.
Director Gil Kenan's "Frozen Empire" opened to $45 million over the weekend domestically, putting it on top of the charts in its debut. The Sony Pictures release also pulled in $16 million internationally, giving the film a $61 million start to its theatrical run. Looking at the bigger picture, that was enough to push the franchise past the $1 billion mark. The films have collectively grossed $1.005 billion through the years across four decades and five films.
- 3/26/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
The 2016 Ghostbusters might be one of the most flames major productions of this century, with the trailer quickly becoming the most disliked on YouTube. There were a couple of camps here. One was targeted as being misogynistic, taking personal affront that their beloved characters had been replaced by women. While another is that there just didn’t seem like a point to it all. Why bother if you don’t have the original Ghosbusters? Well, one late recruit — Ernie Hudson, who played Winston Zeddemore — has some thoughts on the matter.
As Ernie Hudson told The Independent, it seemed like a waste to make the Ghostbusters back in 2016, saying, “Look, I’m a fan of [director] Paul Feig so I have nothing negative about him to say. Other than: I don’t quite understand why you do a reboot, you know what I mean? Just make another movie.”
Hudson did want...
As Ernie Hudson told The Independent, it seemed like a waste to make the Ghostbusters back in 2016, saying, “Look, I’m a fan of [director] Paul Feig so I have nothing negative about him to say. Other than: I don’t quite understand why you do a reboot, you know what I mean? Just make another movie.”
Hudson did want...
- 3/25/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Stars: Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, Mckenna Grace, Kumail Nanjiani, Patton Oswalt, Celeste O’Connor, Logan Kim, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, Annie Potts, William Atherton, James Acaster | Written by Gil Kenan, Jason Reitman | Directed by Gil Kenan
The Ghostbusters are back in New York for the second instalment of the sequel-slash-reboot series, following 2021’s Ghostbusters: Afterlife. This time round, it’s directed by Gil Kenan, who co-wrote both Afterlife and Frozen Empire with Jason Reitman. Effectively energised by the New York setting, the sequel has evidently learned from the disastrous mistakes of the previous film and emerges as an entertaining adventure in its own right, though it’s not entirely without problems.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire jumps right into the Ghostbusting action, with the new team – former science teacher Gary Groobersom (Paul Rudd), Callie Spengler (Carrie Coon) and her two teenage children Trevor (Finn Wolfhard) and Phoebe (Mckenna Grace...
The Ghostbusters are back in New York for the second instalment of the sequel-slash-reboot series, following 2021’s Ghostbusters: Afterlife. This time round, it’s directed by Gil Kenan, who co-wrote both Afterlife and Frozen Empire with Jason Reitman. Effectively energised by the New York setting, the sequel has evidently learned from the disastrous mistakes of the previous film and emerges as an entertaining adventure in its own right, though it’s not entirely without problems.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire jumps right into the Ghostbusting action, with the new team – former science teacher Gary Groobersom (Paul Rudd), Callie Spengler (Carrie Coon) and her two teenage children Trevor (Finn Wolfhard) and Phoebe (Mckenna Grace...
- 3/25/2024
- by Matthew Turner
- Nerdly
The latest Ghostbusters movie, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, has arrived, giving audiences another chance to see the original ‘busters, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Ernie Hudson, don their paranormal-hunting jumpsuits once again. Now, in a new interview, Hudson has praised Sony for having “stepped up” with the new film, elevating it beyond some of its recent predecessors.
Specifically, Hudson referred to the Ghostbusters reboot — which re-launched the franchise in 2016 — as “disappointing.” Speaking to The Independent, he praised the film’s director Paul Feig, and described its all-female leading cast as “brilliantly funny on their own,” but overall felt that the film lacked intention.
“Other than: I don’t quite understand why you do a reboot, you know what I mean? Just make another movie,” he said. “Fans were really invested in the story and the characters and I think it was disappointing. I enjoyed the movie but I think it wasn...
Specifically, Hudson referred to the Ghostbusters reboot — which re-launched the franchise in 2016 — as “disappointing.” Speaking to The Independent, he praised the film’s director Paul Feig, and described its all-female leading cast as “brilliantly funny on their own,” but overall felt that the film lacked intention.
“Other than: I don’t quite understand why you do a reboot, you know what I mean? Just make another movie,” he said. “Fans were really invested in the story and the characters and I think it was disappointing. I enjoyed the movie but I think it wasn...
- 3/25/2024
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Film News
Ernie Hudson, the 78-year-old actor who has appeared in all five of the “Ghostbusters” movies and several “Ghostbusters” video games, spoke with The Independent about the franchise in the lead-up to “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.”
The role of Winston Zeddmore was originally offered to Eddie Murphy, and when that didn’t happen, his character’s screen time was greatly reduced. As such, Hudson’s pay was much smaller than that of the other three Ghostbusters, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Harold Ramis (the latter two also wrote the script). He also did not appear on any of the posters.
“It’s very tempting, sometimes, to blame anything that doesn’t work in your life on racism. But there are a lot of things that play into it. It’s not quite that simple,” he explained. “We can say it’s a racial thing, but I think if Eddie Murphy had played the role I played,...
The role of Winston Zeddmore was originally offered to Eddie Murphy, and when that didn’t happen, his character’s screen time was greatly reduced. As such, Hudson’s pay was much smaller than that of the other three Ghostbusters, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Harold Ramis (the latter two also wrote the script). He also did not appear on any of the posters.
“It’s very tempting, sometimes, to blame anything that doesn’t work in your life on racism. But there are a lot of things that play into it. It’s not quite that simple,” he explained. “We can say it’s a racial thing, but I think if Eddie Murphy had played the role I played,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Jordan Hoffman
- Gold Derby
Ernie Hudson was "disappointed" with the female-led reboot of 'Ghostbusters'.The 78-year-old actor made a cameo appearance in Paul Feig's movie that featured Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones in the main roles but acknowledged that the picture didn't strike a chord with fans of the franchise.Ernie told The Independent newspaper: "Fans were really invested in the story and the characters, and I think it was disappointing. I enjoyed the movie. But I think it wasn't what fans were hoping for."The star admits that he was puzzled by Feig's decision to reboot the supernatural franchise and thinks he should have made a continuation from the original films – which has subsequently happened with flicks like 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire'.Ernie – who stars as Dr. Winston Zeddemore in the series – said: "Look, I'm a fan of Paul Feig, so I have nothing negative about him to say.
- 3/25/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
For a moment, allow your mind to drift back to 1984. Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Harold Ramis, the three actors who played the iconic Ghostbusters, defended the city against grotesque creatures.
Unbelievably, the legendary film, which turns 40 this year, has spawned innumerable reboots and sequels, including the recently released Gil Kenan’s Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. If you share our nostalgia for the original Ghostbusters flick, let us take a trip down memory lane and learn some fascinating facts about Ivan Reitman’s 1984 movie.
Even now, audiences are intrigued by this timeless masterpiece, distributed by Columbia Pictures. What many fans might not know, though, is that Ghostbusters’ original title and abandoned futuristic plot could have severely damaged this beloved classic.
A still from Ghostbusters (1984)
Before being released in theaters, the movie underwent a major makeover from its initial concept. And this started with the title. The original title of Ghostbusters may be catchy,...
Unbelievably, the legendary film, which turns 40 this year, has spawned innumerable reboots and sequels, including the recently released Gil Kenan’s Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. If you share our nostalgia for the original Ghostbusters flick, let us take a trip down memory lane and learn some fascinating facts about Ivan Reitman’s 1984 movie.
Even now, audiences are intrigued by this timeless masterpiece, distributed by Columbia Pictures. What many fans might not know, though, is that Ghostbusters’ original title and abandoned futuristic plot could have severely damaged this beloved classic.
A still from Ghostbusters (1984)
Before being released in theaters, the movie underwent a major makeover from its initial concept. And this started with the title. The original title of Ghostbusters may be catchy,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Box Office (North America): Weekend Collections Get The Film At The Top Spot( Photo Credit – YouTube )
Paul Rudd and Bill Murray’s Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is not scared off Kung Fu Panda 4 and Dune 2 to take the top position, beating them. It is the fifth film in the franchise and has earned an impressive number in the North American box office. Sydney Sweeney, who experienced an unexpected success with Anyone But You, had her horror flick Immaculate released in the theatres and has grabbed one of the top 5 positions in the domestic box office.
Paul, Finn Wolfhard, Mckenna Grace, and Carrie Coon joined the franchise with 2021’s Afterlife. The cast reunites with the Og Ghostbusters cast in this movie, including Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, and Annie Potts. It has a 6.6 rating on IMDb and a 43% score on Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer.
Paul Rudd and Bill Murray’s Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is not scared off Kung Fu Panda 4 and Dune 2 to take the top position, beating them. It is the fifth film in the franchise and has earned an impressive number in the North American box office. Sydney Sweeney, who experienced an unexpected success with Anyone But You, had her horror flick Immaculate released in the theatres and has grabbed one of the top 5 positions in the domestic box office.
Paul, Finn Wolfhard, Mckenna Grace, and Carrie Coon joined the franchise with 2021’s Afterlife. The cast reunites with the Og Ghostbusters cast in this movie, including Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, and Annie Potts. It has a 6.6 rating on IMDb and a 43% score on Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer.
- 3/25/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Ghostbusters star Ernie Hudson is opening up about the beloved franchise, the female-led reboot and the inequitable treatment he received during the ’80s on the original films.
Hudson has appeared in five Ghostbusters films, starting with 1984’s original, the 1989 sequel, 2021’s Ghostbusters: Afterlife and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, which hit theaters Friday. The actor also appeared in the female-led Ghostbusters reboot in 2016, albeit playing a different character.
His role as Winston Zeddemore was first offered to Eddie Murphy before Hudson came on board. Reportedly, the role was reduced significantly before filming began (Winston doesn’t even show up until about halfway through the film). The character also wasn’t featured on the theatrical poster. But Hudson says it’s more complicated than chalking it up to racism alone.
“You know, being a person of African descent anywhere in the world, we’re all just learning how to live together and get...
Hudson has appeared in five Ghostbusters films, starting with 1984’s original, the 1989 sequel, 2021’s Ghostbusters: Afterlife and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, which hit theaters Friday. The actor also appeared in the female-led Ghostbusters reboot in 2016, albeit playing a different character.
His role as Winston Zeddemore was first offered to Eddie Murphy before Hudson came on board. Reportedly, the role was reduced significantly before filming began (Winston doesn’t even show up until about halfway through the film). The character also wasn’t featured on the theatrical poster. But Hudson says it’s more complicated than chalking it up to racism alone.
“You know, being a person of African descent anywhere in the world, we’re all just learning how to live together and get...
- 3/25/2024
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In an interview with The Independent, original Ghostbuster Ernie Hudson said he was disappointed with the 2016 all-female reboot of the franchise.
While he allowed that the 2016 cast members — Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Kate McKinnon, and Leslie Jones — were all “brilliantly funny on their own,” he didn’t think the finished product resonated with fans.
“Fans were really invested in the story and the characters, and I think it was disappointing,” Hudson said. “I enjoyed the movie. But I think it wasn’t what fans were hoping for.”
Hudson had a brief cameo in the film as an unrelated character. But he said that his main issue with the film was rebooting an existing franchise.
“Look, I’m a fan of (2016 director) Paul Feig, so I have nothing negative about him to say,” he said. “Other than: I don’t quite understand why you do a reboot, you know what I mean?...
While he allowed that the 2016 cast members — Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Kate McKinnon, and Leslie Jones — were all “brilliantly funny on their own,” he didn’t think the finished product resonated with fans.
“Fans were really invested in the story and the characters, and I think it was disappointing,” Hudson said. “I enjoyed the movie. But I think it wasn’t what fans were hoping for.”
Hudson had a brief cameo in the film as an unrelated character. But he said that his main issue with the film was rebooting an existing franchise.
“Look, I’m a fan of (2016 director) Paul Feig, so I have nothing negative about him to say,” he said. “Other than: I don’t quite understand why you do a reboot, you know what I mean?...
- 3/24/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” ruled over the domestic box office and arrived on the higher end of expectations.
The latest installment in Sony’s supernatural comedy series has collected $45.2 million in its debut in 4,345 North American theaters. Earlier in the weekend, “Frozen Empire” looked like it would top out with $42 million but estimates were revised up after a bigger-than-expected Sunday. At the international box office, the film ignited to a tepid $16.4 million from 25 markets for a global start of $61 million.
Still, those domestic ticket sales are just barely ahead of its 2021 predecessor, “Ghostbusters: Afterlife,” which earned $44 million to start while the box office was deep in pandemic recovery mode. It’s a sign that the 30-year-old franchise hasn’t expanded its constituency beyond the original (and aging) core fans of the business of busting ghosts.
Plus, “Frozen Empire” carries a bigger budget than the last one, costing $100 million to produce and many millions more to market.
The latest installment in Sony’s supernatural comedy series has collected $45.2 million in its debut in 4,345 North American theaters. Earlier in the weekend, “Frozen Empire” looked like it would top out with $42 million but estimates were revised up after a bigger-than-expected Sunday. At the international box office, the film ignited to a tepid $16.4 million from 25 markets for a global start of $61 million.
Still, those domestic ticket sales are just barely ahead of its 2021 predecessor, “Ghostbusters: Afterlife,” which earned $44 million to start while the box office was deep in pandemic recovery mode. It’s a sign that the 30-year-old franchise hasn’t expanded its constituency beyond the original (and aging) core fans of the business of busting ghosts.
Plus, “Frozen Empire” carries a bigger budget than the last one, costing $100 million to produce and many millions more to market.
- 3/24/2024
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Sony’s Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire had no trouble winning a relatively quiet weekend at the box office: Stronger-than-expected Saturday turnout rescued the movie from opening behind the franchise’s last installment.
Sunday estimates show Frozen Empire launching with $45.2 million in North America thanks to multi-generational turnout and families. In 2021, the pandemic-challenged Ghostbusters: Afterlife debuted to $44 million. The new movie will need to have decent legs, considering it cost more to make — $100 million, versus $75 million for Afterlife. And there’s still concern that the film hasn’t broadened out to any notable degree in terms of new fans.
Overseas, the Sony tentpole started off with $16.4 million from 25 markets — it has a staggered rollout for competitive reasons — for a global start of $61.6 million. In like-for-like markets, Sony says it is pacing 15 percent ahead of Afterlife. The U.K. leads with $5.3 million, followed quickly by Mexico with $5.2 million.
On Saturday, rival studios showed...
Sunday estimates show Frozen Empire launching with $45.2 million in North America thanks to multi-generational turnout and families. In 2021, the pandemic-challenged Ghostbusters: Afterlife debuted to $44 million. The new movie will need to have decent legs, considering it cost more to make — $100 million, versus $75 million for Afterlife. And there’s still concern that the film hasn’t broadened out to any notable degree in terms of new fans.
Overseas, the Sony tentpole started off with $16.4 million from 25 markets — it has a staggered rollout for competitive reasons — for a global start of $61.6 million. In like-for-like markets, Sony says it is pacing 15 percent ahead of Afterlife. The U.K. leads with $5.3 million, followed quickly by Mexico with $5.2 million.
On Saturday, rival studios showed...
- 3/24/2024
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In Hollywood, casting decisions can make or break a movie. Sometimes, the biggest roles almost end up in different hands, which changes the story. Take Ghostbusters, for example, the classic film with the guys chasing ghosts. Well, imagine if Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts were carrying those proton packs! Alongside them, crazy, right?
A still from Ghostbusters (1984)
We all know the Ghostbusters crew, isn’t that so? However, they might have looked totally different. Back in ’84, Ivan Reitman dropped this flick about a ghost-catching scientist in New York City, and it blew up. Fans and critics couldn’t get enough of it. Then, in 1989, a sequel was released, but it did not quite hit the same high notes.
Attempts to make a third Ghostbusters film persevered for quite a while, yet hit a roadblock with Harold Ramis’ passing in 2014. Paul Feig’s 2016 reboot of the franchise featured an all-female team with nods to the originals.
A still from Ghostbusters (1984)
We all know the Ghostbusters crew, isn’t that so? However, they might have looked totally different. Back in ’84, Ivan Reitman dropped this flick about a ghost-catching scientist in New York City, and it blew up. Fans and critics couldn’t get enough of it. Then, in 1989, a sequel was released, but it did not quite hit the same high notes.
Attempts to make a third Ghostbusters film persevered for quite a while, yet hit a roadblock with Harold Ramis’ passing in 2014. Paul Feig’s 2016 reboot of the franchise featured an all-female team with nods to the originals.
- 3/24/2024
- by Muskan Chaudhary
- FandomWire
If there are cinematic series and franchises that have stood the test of time and made their permanent home in the memories of the fans, one of the most successful among them has to be the Ghostbusters franchise.
Stars of the series like Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, and Ernie Hudson truly have performances that will be remembered for generations to come in the films from the past.
A still from Ghostbusters (1984)
Thus, to remember and commemorate the legacy of the original series, Aykroyd, Murray, and Hudson reprised their roles from the original in the latest Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
In the most recent interview, when Hudson was asked to weigh in on what he thought about the failed 2016 reboot of the series, he claimed that they should’ve made a different film altogether if there were to be no connection or resemblance to the original characters.
Ernie Husdon Claims...
Stars of the series like Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, and Ernie Hudson truly have performances that will be remembered for generations to come in the films from the past.
A still from Ghostbusters (1984)
Thus, to remember and commemorate the legacy of the original series, Aykroyd, Murray, and Hudson reprised their roles from the original in the latest Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
In the most recent interview, when Hudson was asked to weigh in on what he thought about the failed 2016 reboot of the series, he claimed that they should’ve made a different film altogether if there were to be no connection or resemblance to the original characters.
Ernie Husdon Claims...
- 3/24/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
The Ghostbusters star Ernie Hudson, who was catapulted to fame in 1984 as the fourth member of the iconic ghoul-fighting quartet, alongside Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, and Harold Ramis, recently sat for an interview with The Independent. Looking back at the original films and speaking about the latest sequel – Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Hudson opened up about his career.
Ernie Hudson in Ghostbusters (1984)
Despite finding global fame for his role in the 1984 movie, Ernie Hudson believes that he isn’t quite as successful as he had hoped. Comparing himself to his friends and colleagues, the actor disappointed fans with his heartbreaking take on his career.
Ernie Hudson Compares His Career to Other Celebrities
Starring as a member of the iconic group of paranormal investigators, alongside Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, and Harold Ramis, Ghostbusters star Ernie Hudson looks back at his career, during his interview with The Independent. Speaking with the outlet about...
Ernie Hudson in Ghostbusters (1984)
Despite finding global fame for his role in the 1984 movie, Ernie Hudson believes that he isn’t quite as successful as he had hoped. Comparing himself to his friends and colleagues, the actor disappointed fans with his heartbreaking take on his career.
Ernie Hudson Compares His Career to Other Celebrities
Starring as a member of the iconic group of paranormal investigators, alongside Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, and Harold Ramis, Ghostbusters star Ernie Hudson looks back at his career, during his interview with The Independent. Speaking with the outlet about...
- 3/24/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The Ghostbusters franchise is a pop culture behemoth. It started back in 1984 with a hilarious film about ghost-catching scientists, however its success stemmed from more than just humor. People loved the quirky characters and the funny story.
A still from Ghostbusters (1984)
After the first movie, Ghostbusters became a cultural phenomenon, spawning sequels, animated series, video games, and tons of merchandise — becoming $959 million worth iconic franchise (via The Numbers). In its wake, however, not every addition to it has been a hit with fans.
2 Ghostbusters Sequels That Miss the Mark Despite Iconic Legacy
The Ghostbusters franchise is hard to live up to. Both Ghostbusters: Answer The Call and Ghostbusters II have their fans, but they couldn’t match the charm of the original movie.
The reboot had trouble finding the right balance of humor and scares, while the sequel didn’t bring anything new to the table. These movies show how...
A still from Ghostbusters (1984)
After the first movie, Ghostbusters became a cultural phenomenon, spawning sequels, animated series, video games, and tons of merchandise — becoming $959 million worth iconic franchise (via The Numbers). In its wake, however, not every addition to it has been a hit with fans.
2 Ghostbusters Sequels That Miss the Mark Despite Iconic Legacy
The Ghostbusters franchise is hard to live up to. Both Ghostbusters: Answer The Call and Ghostbusters II have their fans, but they couldn’t match the charm of the original movie.
The reboot had trouble finding the right balance of humor and scares, while the sequel didn’t bring anything new to the table. These movies show how...
- 3/24/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
The “Ghostbusters” franchise has had a tumultuous run in the 21st century. Paul Feig’s attempt to retool the series with an all-star cast of female comedians including Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy Kate McKinnon, and Leslie Jones with 2016’s “Ghostbusters” was a fairly standard studio reboot, but online backlash about the gender-swapped casting launched a culture war fight that arguably exceeded the actual film in terms of influence.
The series was re-launched again when Jason Reitman directed 2019’s “Ghostbusters: Afterlife,” but the “Up in the Air” director quickly found himself in hot water when his comments about planning to “hand the movie back to the fans” were interpreted by many as a sexist dig at the female-led reboot.
The latest entry in the franchise, this weekend’s “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” serves as a continuation of both the story Reitman launched in “Afterlife” and the original films directed by his father,...
The series was re-launched again when Jason Reitman directed 2019’s “Ghostbusters: Afterlife,” but the “Up in the Air” director quickly found himself in hot water when his comments about planning to “hand the movie back to the fans” were interpreted by many as a sexist dig at the female-led reboot.
The latest entry in the franchise, this weekend’s “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” serves as a continuation of both the story Reitman launched in “Afterlife” and the original films directed by his father,...
- 3/23/2024
- by Christian Zilko
- Indiewire
“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” Should you see the latest sequel about the ghost-fighting family? The original “Ghostbusters” cast returns as well – Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, Annie Potts -- but should you care? (See review below) "Road House" Jake Gyllenhaal steps into the mighty big shoes
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- 3/23/2024
- by manny
- Manny the Movie Guy
Chicago – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com audio film review for “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” a sequel to the reboot of 2021, which was adapted from the 1984 classic and featuring OGs Bill Murray, Dan Akyroyd, Harold Ramis and Ernie Hudson. In theaters since March 22nd.
Rating: 2.5/5.0
The new crew are relatives of Egon Spengler (the late Harold Ramis character), including daughter Callie (Carrie Coon) and her kids Trevor (Finn Wolfhard) and science nerd Phoebe (Mckenna Grace), now in New York City with step dad Gary (Paul Rudd). They’re also living in the original firehouse headquarters, where they are busted by City Hall after a ghost chase destroys several blocks. They find out … through an ancient round orb sold to Og Buster Ray (Akyroyd) by Nadeem (Kumail Nanjiani) that the site of the firehouse is a portal to the ghost world. So through a ghost that Phoebe befriends named Melody (Emily Alyn Lind...
Rating: 2.5/5.0
The new crew are relatives of Egon Spengler (the late Harold Ramis character), including daughter Callie (Carrie Coon) and her kids Trevor (Finn Wolfhard) and science nerd Phoebe (Mckenna Grace), now in New York City with step dad Gary (Paul Rudd). They’re also living in the original firehouse headquarters, where they are busted by City Hall after a ghost chase destroys several blocks. They find out … through an ancient round orb sold to Og Buster Ray (Akyroyd) by Nadeem (Kumail Nanjiani) that the site of the firehouse is a portal to the ghost world. So through a ghost that Phoebe befriends named Melody (Emily Alyn Lind...
- 3/23/2024
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” kicked off with $16 million in North American ticket sales across Friday and preview screenings in 4,345 theaters. That nearly matches the $16.6 million that its predecessor “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” earned on its opening day in November 2021. Sony’s sci-fi comedy sequel will easily top domestic charts, though its work isn’t done yet considering its $100 million production budget.
That’s an uptick in the price tag from “Afterlife,” which cost $75 million before marketing and distribution. That franchise revival nearly tripled its $44 million domestic opening weekend, playing well through the Thanksgiving holiday to finish with $129 million and $204 million worldwide. Similarly, “Frozen Empire” could boost its fortunes with Easter at the end of the month.
Reviews have been leaning more lukewarm compared to the so-so received “Afterlife.” Early moviegoers are also a little cooler on the franchise now, with audience survey firm Cinema Score turning in a B+ grade. (“Afterlife” scored an A-.
That’s an uptick in the price tag from “Afterlife,” which cost $75 million before marketing and distribution. That franchise revival nearly tripled its $44 million domestic opening weekend, playing well through the Thanksgiving holiday to finish with $129 million and $204 million worldwide. Similarly, “Frozen Empire” could boost its fortunes with Easter at the end of the month.
Reviews have been leaning more lukewarm compared to the so-so received “Afterlife.” Early moviegoers are also a little cooler on the franchise now, with audience survey firm Cinema Score turning in a B+ grade. (“Afterlife” scored an A-.
- 3/23/2024
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
You probably already know what will be number one on this list. The “Ghostbusters” franchise has gone through its ups and downs, reboots and legacyquels. But as the first film approaches its 40th anniversary this June, there’s little doubt in anybody’s mind that it remains the definitive ghost-catching movie of them all.
In the early ’80s, Dan Aykroyd — then just fresh off his stint as an original “Saturday Night Live” cast member — was inspired by his own belief in the supernatural to write a script about a group of eccentric academics who start a pest-control business where the “pests” they’re catching are malevolent spirits. Recruiting former “SNL” castmate Bill Murray to star, comedian Harold Ramis to help rewrite the screenplay, and “Meatballs” and “Stripes” filmmaker Ivan Reitman to direct. The final film, which hit theaters in 1984, starred Aykroyd, Murray, Ramis, and Ernie Hudson as the four Ghostbusters,...
In the early ’80s, Dan Aykroyd — then just fresh off his stint as an original “Saturday Night Live” cast member — was inspired by his own belief in the supernatural to write a script about a group of eccentric academics who start a pest-control business where the “pests” they’re catching are malevolent spirits. Recruiting former “SNL” castmate Bill Murray to star, comedian Harold Ramis to help rewrite the screenplay, and “Meatballs” and “Stripes” filmmaker Ivan Reitman to direct. The final film, which hit theaters in 1984, starred Aykroyd, Murray, Ramis, and Ernie Hudson as the four Ghostbusters,...
- 3/22/2024
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” is in theaters now and it’s a lot of frosty fun.
The film, a direct follow-up to “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” and the fourth film in the mainline “Ghostbusters” continuity (which began back with 1984’s “Ghostbusters”), follows the Spangler family as they move into the iconic New York City firehouse that originally handled the Ghostbusters. There, they uncover an ancient evil that threatens to destroy Manhattan – and the entire world.
But are the Ghostbusters successful in thwarting this newest foe? Or will some of them sacrifice themselves for the good of mankind?
Before we break down the ending of “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” with some commentary from director and co-writer Gil Kenan, we must issue a sternly worded spoiler warning.
Where are the Ghostbusters at the end of “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire?”
Good question actually!
The original Ghostbusters, as well as the new Ghostbusters, have effectively been grounded. Walter Peck...
The film, a direct follow-up to “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” and the fourth film in the mainline “Ghostbusters” continuity (which began back with 1984’s “Ghostbusters”), follows the Spangler family as they move into the iconic New York City firehouse that originally handled the Ghostbusters. There, they uncover an ancient evil that threatens to destroy Manhattan – and the entire world.
But are the Ghostbusters successful in thwarting this newest foe? Or will some of them sacrifice themselves for the good of mankind?
Before we break down the ending of “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” with some commentary from director and co-writer Gil Kenan, we must issue a sternly worded spoiler warning.
Where are the Ghostbusters at the end of “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire?”
Good question actually!
The original Ghostbusters, as well as the new Ghostbusters, have effectively been grounded. Walter Peck...
- 3/22/2024
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
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