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- Ryan Gosling in 'Gilmore Girls'? It Could Have Happened
- You Weren't Alone in Your 'Walking Dead' Season 7 Premiere Tears
- Benedict Cumberbatch Lines Up Next Gig: Hosting 'SNL'
- Lady Gaga's 'Carpool Karaoke' Date Is Set, So Get Ready
- Original Batman Adam West Wants to Cameo in Ben Affleck's 'The Batman'
- These 'Fuller House' Season 2 Photos Will Get You in the Holiday Spirit
- Hear Dwayne Johnson's Maui Sing in New 'Moana' Clip
- Tom Cruise Gives an Update on 'Top Gun 2': 'We're Trying to Figure It Out'
- Chris Hemsworth Posts Best Response to Rocky Marriage Rumors
- 'Westworld' Star Is 'Just Flattered' by Man in Black Theory
- Tom Hanks Almost Wins 'Black Jeopardy' in Unifying SNL Sketch
- Which TV Character Should You Dress Up as for Halloween? [QUIZ]
- Emilia Clarke Had the Weirdest 30th Birthday Party on 'Game of Thrones' Set
- 'Deadpool 2' Director Exits After Clash With Ryan Reynolds (Over Kyle Chandler?)
- 11 Things We Learned at the 'Doctor Strange' Press Conference
- Traumatized 'Walking Dead' Fans Call in Sick Over Season 7 Premiere Deaths
- What's New on TV, Netflix, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: October 24-30
| Ryan Gosling in 'Gilmore Girls'? It Could Have Happened Posted:  You can mourn what never was, and here's proof: Ryan Gosling once tried out for "Gilmore Girls" and didn't get the part.During this weekend's inaugural "Gilmore Girls" Fan Festival in Washington Depot, Connecticut, casting director Jami Rudofsky revealed that Gosling once auditioned for a small role on the beloved comedy-drama series. Apparently, she brought him in after previously casting him in an independent film and thinking he was "amazing" (in spite of the fact that he showed up late to his tryout). Sadly, her "Gilmore Girls" colleagues didn't agree. When he came in to audition for a role as "a football character," the others weren't impressed. "Everyone was like, 'Really, Jami?'" she said, according to Vulture. Obviously, Rudofsky was onto something, though. Gosling went on to become an Academy Award nominee and has appeared in films like "The Big Short," "Drive," and the upcoming "Blade Runner 2049." We won't waste too much energy lamenting what could have been. The actor didn't need "Gilmore Girls" to steal our hearts -- and besides, there's enough rivalry among the show's fans without "Team Football Character" having been thrown into the mix. [via: Vulture] This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| You Weren't Alone in Your 'Walking Dead' Season 7 Premiere Tears Posted:  We were warned that we'd need tissues for the "Walking Dead" Season 7 premiere, and it was not an exaggeration. In fact, the return episode was so brutal that it was responsible for a huge majority of the "crying" responses to TV on Twitter Sunday.*There are spoilers ahead from "The Walking Dead" Season 7, Episode 1.* The premiere episode finally answered the question of who fell victim to Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) and his baseball bat, Lucille, and as the Twitter response shows, it was a serious blow to fans as well. The language analytics firm Canvs analyzed nearly 1.7 million "Walking Dead"-related tweets gathered by Nielsen, and more than one-third (34.2 percent, to be exact) expressed emotion of some kind. Not surprisingly, many of the sentiments shared were negative -- about two-thirds, in fact. Among them were "crazy" (22.2 percent), "dislike" (14.4 percent), "hate" (11.1 percent), "sad" (7.8 percent), "upset" (7.1 percent), and "crying" (3.6 percent). The "Walking Dead" stages of grief, ladies and gentleman. Apparently, "crying" isn't usually a common response when Canvs analyzes Twitter TV reactions; however, "The Walking Dead" elicited most of Sunday's. All told, the show inspired a whopping 77 percent of them. Abraham (Michael Cudlitz) and Glenn (Steven Yeun) were both big losses, but the Canvs analysis seems to show that Glenn's was harder to take. As you can imagine, there was a spike in negative reactions when the long-standing character met his untimely end. See? You weren't the only one whose tears just kept coming. [via: Variety] This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Benedict Cumberbatch Lines Up Next Gig: Hosting 'SNL' Posted: The "Doctor Strange" star will host "Saturday Night Live" on Nov. 5, just a day after his latest film brings its magic to theaters. The gig means that we'll get to see him in a variety of hilarious roles as he lets loose with the "SNL" cast. He follows in the footsteps of big names like Tom Hanks, Margot Robbie, Emily Blunt, and Lin-Manuel Miranda, all of whom have hosted episodes of the late-night sketch comedy show this season. Cumberbatch's involvement was announced during the most recent episode, which was hosted by Hanks. It was also revealed that the episode will feature musical guest Solange Knowles. Between the two of them, you should have reason enough to stay in that Saturday night. "Saturday Night Live" airs Saturdays at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC. [via: Deadline] This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Lady Gaga's 'Carpool Karaoke' Date Is Set, So Get Ready Posted:
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| Original Batman Adam West Wants to Cameo in Ben Affleck's 'The Batman' Posted:
In an interview with ComicBook.com, Adam West -- who originated the role of Batman in the campy '60s series and movies -- admitted that he has no desire to reprise the character that made him famous. But that doesn't mean that he wouldn't want to participate in the DC film slate in some other form. West suggested a way he could cameo -- in "The Batman" or another movie featuring Affleck's version of the hero -- that would certainly fit in with DC director/producer Zack Synder's penchant for dream sequences (which figured heavily in this year's "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice"). Here's how he explained his ethereal idea to ComicBook.com:
Batman's parents' death is one of the driving forces for the character in just about every single adaptation of the classic DC tale, so focusing so heavily on Thomas Wayne would be a natural progression for this new slate of films. And as West points out, a cameo from the original Batman would certainly "blow their minds out in the audience." We're definitely on board. Give him a call, Batfleck. "The Batman" begins production early next year. It's tentatively due in theaters sometime in 2018. [via: ComicBook.com] Photo credit: Getty Images This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| These 'Fuller House' Season 2 Photos Will Get You in the Holiday Spirit Posted:  The second season of "Fuller House" is debuting in the middle of the holiday season, so it makes sense that the show will celebrate quite a few holidays throughout its run. Now, fans have their first look at some of the extended Fuller and Tanner clans' many seasonal plans.On Monday, the official "Fuller House" social media accounts debuted five new images from the upcoming season, featuring the cast celebrating Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. And it looks like the sophomore outing will be just as wacky -- and sentimental -- as the first season.    In the Halloween image, Kimmy (Andrea Barber) is dressed as Lucille Ball, while her ex Fernando (Juan Pablo Di Pace) plays the part of Lucy's husband, Desi Arnaz. For Thanksgiving, fans of "Full House" will be happy to see some familiar faces from the original cast, with Danny (Bob Saget), Uncle Jesse (John Stamos), Aunt Becky (Lori Loughlin), and Uncle Joey (Dave Coulier) all present at the dinner table. The trio of guys later share a toast in the backyard (under the watchful eye of Joey's puppet pal Mr. Woodchuck).   And finally, the Christmas photos prove that this is one big happy, unconventional, blended family, with matching pajamas, Santa hats, and lots of holiday cheer to go around. D.J. (Candace Cameron Bure) and her three boys (Michael Campion, Elias Harger, and twins Dashiell and Fox Messitt) are doing just fine thanks to the presence of Kimmy, Stephanie (Jodie Sweetin), and the rest of the gang. "Fuller House" returns for season two on Netflix on December 9. [via: Fuller House, Fuller House] Photo credit: Netflix This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Hear Dwayne Johnson's Maui Sing in New 'Moana' Clip Posted:  Disney's latest animated musical, "Moana," is set to hit theaters next month, and a new clip featuring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's character, demigod Maui, singing his breakout tune is sure to make audiences even more eager to see the flick.Johnson debuted the song on his Instagram account, where he revealed that he collaborated on the track with none other than "Hamilton" mastermind Lin-Manuel Miranda (who's co-writing the movie's songs along with composer Mark Mancina and Pacific songwriter Opetaia Foa'i). According to Entertainment Weekly, it's the first song Maui sings in the movie, as he introduces himself to Moana (voiced by newcomer Auli'i Cravalho), and as the name of the track ("You're Welcome") implies, the demigod is all too happy to explain to the young woman why she should be grateful for his help. The tune serves two main purposes, both helping to fill in some backstory for the character, while also setting up his and Moana's dynamic going forward: The South Pacific princess is skeptical of the demigod's bluster, to say the least, and can more than hold her own alongside his formidable presence. And it helps that the song already seems to fit in so well alongside other classics from the Disney vault, catchy and humorous in equal measure. Based on this first listen, we're excited to hear more from the "Moana" songwriting team. The flick hits theaters on November 23. [via: The Rock, h/t Entertainment Weekly] Photo credit: Disney This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Tom Cruise Gives an Update on 'Top Gun 2': 'We're Trying to Figure It Out' Posted:  More than 30 years after it first hit theaters, "Top Gun" still doesn't have a sequel. While there's been talk over the past few years of finally making "Top Gun 2" a reality, no concrete plans for the follow-up have materialized yet. So is the project actually happening, or not?Star Tom Cruise addressed that question in a recent interview with "The Graham Norton Show," where the host asked him about his meeting with producer Jerry Bruckheimer back in January. Bruckheimer and Cruise shared a photo of themselves smiling together, with the promise that they were talking about "Top Gun 2," though there's been no word about the project since then. According to the actor, the film isn't exactly a done deal yet -- but it's not dead, either. "Yes, we're discussing it," Cruise told Norton of the long-awaited sequel. "We're trying to figure it out. ... If we can figure it out, I'd love to work on it." One of Cruise's stipulations is reportedly that he'd like to do his own stunts, just as he did for the first flick. The actor reminisced about the experience with Norton, though he noted that learning how to fly was also a lesson in learning how not to barf all over the cockpit. Guess moviemaking isn't always so glamorous after all. The fact that Cruise is talking about the project so openly gives us hope that it may still happen after all. Stay tuned for more intel from the star. Photo credit: Getty Images for Paramount Pictures This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Chris Hemsworth Posts Best Response to Rocky Marriage Rumors Posted:  Sorry if this ruins your hope of being the next Mrs. Hemsworth, but it turns out the real-life Thor is not looking for a new wife. Chris Hemsworth and Spanish model/actress Elsa Pataky ("Fast & Furious") responded to their recent tabloid treatment in two new Instagram posts. A story in Australia's Woman's Day Magazine had alleged they were "taking a little break from each other" after being married for about six years and having two children. Well, that was news to Hemsworth, who posted this cheeky photo with Pataky: Haha. Yes, your honey still loves you. To prove it publicly, and further put the trouble-in-paradise rumors to rest, Pataky shared her own photo: Good to hear! Hemsworth is currently filming "Thor: Ragnarok," which started shooting in early July in Australia and is expected to continue until early November. The film will be released November 3, 2017. [h/t: People] Want more stuff like this? Like us on Facebook. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| 'Westworld' Star Is 'Just Flattered' by Man in Black Theory Posted:  Jimmi Simpson can neither confirm nor deny the popular "Westworld" theory out there about the Man in Black. You've probably heard the theory -- that Simpson's character, William, is a younger version of Ed Harris's Man in Black, and their scenes are from different timelines. Simpson talked to The Hollywood Reporter after Episode 4, and they openly asked him about the theory. Here's part of their great Q&A:
 Jonah and Lisa are showrunners Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. They, too, addressed fan theories and different timelines in a post-episode Q&A with Entertainment Weekly.
OK. Well. Then. As members of the audience, we have decided there are multiple timelines and William is indeed the young Man in Black. So far, it fits well enough. Maybe it won't fit next week, but that's another issue. Speaking of next week, Evan Rachel Wood (Dolores) and Ben Barnes (Logan) teased something noteworthy ahead in Episode 5. Here's the Episode 5 promo:Want more stuff like this? Like us on Facebook. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Tom Hanks Almost Wins 'Black Jeopardy' in Unifying SNL Sketch Posted:  Tom Hanks made "Saturday Night Live" great again. October 22 marked his ninth time hosting the NBC show, and that experienced showed. You can tell SNL trusts a host when they allow him or her a role in the cold open, and Hanks was part of the third debate sketch as Chris Wallace. He was more of the straight-man than the comic relief in that bit, but showcased his talents throughout the night -- especially as David Pumpkins in the Haunted Elevator sketch, which would not have been anywhere near that funny without Hanks. (Any questions?) But one of the strongest bits of the night was "Black Jeopardy," including Hanks as Donald Trump supporter Doug, competing against Keeley (Sasheer Zamata) and Shanice (Leslie Jones) -- with host Darnell Hayes (Kenan Thompson) initially confused about how Doug ended up on this show. However, instead of mocking the Trump supporter, SNL chose to illustrate how Americans have more similarities than differences, with Doug turning out to be a natural at "Black Jeopardy" ... at least until the end. Doug had all the right answers on not trusting the government, thumbprints, rigged elections, the Madea movie box set he bought at Walmart ("If I can laugh and pray in 90 minutes, that is money well spent"), local fix-it guys, and even skinny women vs. big girls.
But things took a dark turn in Final Jeopardy with the category "Lives That Matter." It was good while it lasted, Doug! Watch that sketch and a few more from Hanks, including a "Sully" sketch with Alec Baldwin and a new "comedy show" for CBS about depressed professors:Benedict Cumberbatch is next, hosting SNL for the first time on Saturday, November 5. Want more stuff like this? Like us on Facebook. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Which TV Character Should You Dress Up as for Halloween? [QUIZ] Posted:  Haven't decided what to be for Halloween yet? No worries, we here at Moviefone have you covered. Take our quiz to find out which TV character you should dress as this year! This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Emilia Clarke Had the Weirdest 30th Birthday Party on 'Game of Thrones' Set Posted:  Happy birthday to the Dragon Queen! Emilia Clarke actually looked more freaked out than thrilled on her 30th birthday, which she appeared to spend on the set of "Game of Thrones" Season 7. Our beloved khaleesi hit the three-decade mark on October 23, and the photo she shared to mark the occasion is as bizarre as Arya's storyline in Season 6. Her caption -- hilarious as usual -- just adds to the randomness: So we have Dora the Explorer and SpongeBob SquarePants. Are the GoT showrunners -- David Benioff and Dan Weiss -- in those costumes? Where are the spoilers, Jon Snow's mum, and Channing Tatum? Nathalie Emmanuel shared a more straightforward birthday post for her friend. The actresses have bonded as closely as their characters, Missandei and Daenerys, and seem to be enjoying their time together as they shoot the 2017 season: Clarke previously teased that Season 7 would be "ridiculous" with another "epic" battle sequence. She also shared a windy set video in Northern Ireland, where she is now shooting, since Dany chose to cross the Narrow Sea and now has to deal with winter instead of the warmth of Meereen. You asked for this, Queen D! "Game of Thrones" Season 7 premieres summer 2017. Want more stuff like this? Like us on Facebook. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| 'Deadpool 2' Director Exits After Clash With Ryan Reynolds (Over Kyle Chandler?) Posted:
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| 11 Things We Learned at the 'Doctor Strange' Press Conference Posted:
But it also gives you at least two big action set pieces that you've never seen before and some of the most unique visuals (read: trippy) ever put in a movie -- comic book or otherwise. The cast and filmmakers behind your latest Marvel addiction seemed very proud of their work at a recent press conference for the film in Los Angeles. Benedict Cumberbatch, Tilda Swinton, Rachel McAdams, director Scott Derrickson, and producer/Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige were among those on hand to discuss how they brought the Sorcerer Supreme to the big screen. Here are the highlights: 2. The filmmakers soon realized that hitting a summer release date was not going to work if they wanted Cumberbatch in the lead role. So, to accommodate their casting needs and the actor's schedule, they pushed the film to a Fall slot. That's how you know you're a big deal as an actor, folks, when Marvel/Disney rearranges their calendar to service yours. 4. The primary source of inspiration for Derrickson's unique visual choices were the "early '60s Stan Lee and Steve Ditko comics," with emphasis on the more psychedelic imagery. 6. To that end, the director worked hard with his team to "get more creative" with set pieces that involved mass destruction. "The movies that do that are memorable," Derrickson said, "and change the way you feel about cinema." While the filmmaker was modest, saying he is unsure if they achieved that with "Strange," he is confident that the film offers sequences that "give audiences their money's worth." The Oscar-winner also recalled that, at times, she struggled with the precision of the movements -- making sure her fingers didn't pass in front of her face in a certain way that would negate the reason for the move at all. 8. When Cumberbatch first put on the costume, he behaved much like you would by geeking out. "Was giddy like a child," the actor said. When a costume designer saw Cumberbatch seeing himself for the first time in the full outfit, she she remarked: "Oh, you're having a superhero moment, aren't you?" So, with his phone, the director filmed his star entering the shop on a whim. And in full Strange attire -- the cloak, the hair, everything. Cumberbatch recalled that after he first introduced himself to the owner and the few patrons inside, they couldn't believe he was there buying Doctor Strange comics. 10. Actually, he didn't have any money on him. Because wearing costume. "So I offered to work it off [in the store] or something in exchange for payment," Cumberbatch said. "And the owner was like, he said something like: 'Fine, but you have to keep your American accent if you wanna work there.'" "Doctor Strange" hits theaters Nov. 4. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Traumatized 'Walking Dead' Fans Call in Sick Over Season 7 Premiere Deaths Posted:
*Spoilers ahead from the Season 7 premiere* Season 7, Episode 1 had a double dose of death; a pregnant woman losing the father of her child; and a father almost chopping off the arm of his son. Plus, Daryl got kidnapped. It was a rough hour, followed by 90 minutes of rain on "Talking Dead." #TheWalkingDead was already trending before the premiere started and -- honestly -- there was some slight relief out there when it looked like Abraham might be Negan's only victim. No disrespect to the sonofad*ck but he's not an Atlanta 5 Original. However, after Daryl lost his temper and punched Negan, Negan decided to retaliate in his way -- he stole Daryl ("he's mine now") for his own group (presumably taking him back to the Saviors's base, called the Sanctuary) and bashed Glenn to death as punishment. So Glenn got a version of his comic book death, but with a "remix" to account for Daryl, who is not even in the comics. Fans obviously lost it at that point, and things only got darker when Rick was forced to cut off Carl's arm, and only stopped because Negan wanted to break him to the point of begging. It worked. Also, The Powers That Be cruelly gave us a window into a future that never-was, with Glenn holding his and Maggie's baby. Heartbreaking! Many fans tweeted their depression and tears, which shows how invested fans still are after seven seasons of main character deaths:
And the season has only just begun! We'll have to stay tuned for ratings numbers, but the premiere probably did quite well; hopefully The Powers That Be don't take that as a sign that they should keep torturing fans with cliffhangers and kills. Give us a light at the end of the tunnel! Want more stuff like this? Like us on Facebook. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| What's New on TV, Netflix, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: October 24-30 Posted:
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Drop the poker face and get excited, Little Monsters! We'll soon see 
We still don't know too much about "The Batman," Ben Affleck's upcoming standalone flick in the burgeoning DC film universe. But one former Caped Crusader has a genius idea for a cameo that could give Marvel's constant Stan Lee appearances a run for their money.
Clear eyes, full hearts, can't win?
Miller, TheWrap claims, wanted a more stylized sequel and Reynolds wanted to focus on more of the raunchy comedy. "Friday Night Lights" and "Bloodline" star Kyle Chandler was also reportedly a source of conflict, since Miller is said to have wanted him to play Cable, but Reynolds did not, and the studio ultimately backed Reynolds.
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1. When Cumberbatch seemed unavailable for the role due to scheduling, Derrickson met with other actors, but the filmmaker said he "still went back to Benedict. That was the guy, that was Strange." 
3. What convinced 
5. When it came to the action scenes and set pieces, the studio fully committed to a line in Derrickson's initial pitch to Marvel: "The goal is for every set piece in this movie to be the weirdest set piece in any other movie."
7. Those unique hand gestures the Ancient One and Strange use in the movie? It's called finger tutting, and yes, the actors were trained on how to do it properly. "We had a specialist show us," Swinton said. "He taught us a series of extraordinary and very precise movements."
9. That wasn't the only time the notion of playing the Marvel hero really hit home for the actor. On the last day of shooting -- while they were near-ready to shoot a scene on the blocked-off streets of New York City -- Cumberbatch noticed they were near a comic book shop.
11. Everyone knows that Strange will appear in "Avengers: Infinity War." And now we know when the actor reports for shooting. "Early next year," Feige revealed to reporters. 
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At a loss for what to watch this week? From new 
Viggo Mortensen plays an eccentric father of six raising his family off the grid in the forest of the Pacific Northwest in this drama arriving on Blu-ray, DVD, and On Demand October 25. When said patriarch is forced to bring his family out of seclusion, it leads to a confrontation with his father-in-law (Frank Langella), who wants a normal life for his grandchildren. The home release includes the behind-the-scenes featurette "Insane or Insanely Great?" with Mortensen, Langella, and writer/director Matt Ross discussing their motivations for the film.
The third (and final) season of this psychological drama -- following Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson (Gillian Anderson) and serial killer Paul Spector (Jamie Dornan) in Belfast, Northern Ireland -- arrives on Netflix October 29. According to 
Yes, it's that spooktacular time of year when every show has a special Halloween episode. You can 
CBS just can't get enough of Gen X vs. Millennials. That's the theme of the current (really good) season of "Survivor" and also the theme of Joel McHale's new sitcom. He plays Jack, who usually travels the world for Outdoor Limits, but gets a new assignment from the magazine's owner (played by Stephen Fry), keeping him chained to a desk supervising a team of millennial writers at the now web-only publication. It's such a cliché for each older generation to mock the younger, so hopefully the strong cast -- which also includes Christopher Mintz-Plasse and Christine Ko -- can rise above the stereotypes.| You are subscribed to email updates from Moviefone News RSS Feed - Moviefone.com. To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now. | Email delivery powered by Google |
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