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Express Tribune
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Fantastic Four: First Steps projected for strong box office opening
Marvel Studios' Fantastic Four: First Steps is expected to deliver a strong domestic box office performance, with projections ranging between $100 million and $125 million for its opening weekend. Industry tracking points to a launch comparable to recent MCU titles like Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Presales have already crossed $13 million, indicating solid momentum, though the numbers slightly trail behind this month's Superman debut. That film opened to $125 million domestically, setting a high bar for Fantastic Four to meet or exceed. The film stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Marvel's First Family and introduces Galactus and Silver Surfer into the MCU. Analysts note that while Fantastic Four may not surpass Superman at launch, it could still mark Marvel's biggest domestic opening of the year. International projections remain optimistic. With Superman falling short overseas expectations, Fantastic Four could find additional box office strength outside the US, potentially lifting global totals beyond initial forecasts. As opening weekend nears, all eyes are on whether Fantastic Four: First Steps can capitalize on its star power, fan base, and franchise potential to reaffirm Marvel's standing at the box office in 2025.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Superman 2025 eyes $200 mn international box office debut as James Gunn and Peter Safran reboot DC Studios
James Gunn's new Superman movie is expected to bring in a massive global debut this weekend, with estimates pointing towards a $200 million-plus opening. This film marks the beginning of a new phase for DC Studios under Gunn and Peter Safran. The pressure is high, but so is the excitement. Superman will open in 78 territories this week, starting with France, Italy and Korea on Wednesday. Germany, Brazil, Australia and Mexico join in on Thursday, while big markets like the UK, Spain, China and Japan follow on Friday. The film will be shown on around 60,000 screens across the globe. With strong interest in Brazil, the UK and Mexico, Warner Bros expects a solid overseas turnout. China, where Superman is leading pre-sales for Thursday and Friday, could also play a big role in the overall numbers. US opening tracking between $115 mn to $130 mn According to Variety, Superman could earn between $115 million and $130 million over the weekend domestically. Preview screenings for Amazon Prime members have already sold out, and over 3,400 locations will open Thursday afternoon, increasing to 4,000 by Friday. Critics and fans agree: #Superman summer is officially here. 💫 Experience the certified fresh movie in theaters this Friday. Get tickets now: Presale numbers stand at $20 million in the US, putting it ahead of Gunn's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and close to Marvel's Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. The film will also take over all premium screens in the US, which could give it an extra boost. Superman legacy returns with fresh energy Superman has already earned an 85% score on Rotten Tomatoes, matching the same rating as the original 1978 film starring Christopher Reeve. That number is far better than Zack Snyder's Man of Steel (57%) or Batman v Superman (23%), and it could help convince older fans to return to theatres. Critics and fans praised the lighter tone of the movie, with many calling it a hopeful reboot of the franchise. The early buzz and fresh direction might just help Superman fly higher than expected. #Superman is Certified Fresh at 86% on the Tomatometer, with 87 reviews: For Warner Bros, the Superman brand has always been a prized one. The original movies helped shape the modern superhero genre, but the franchise lost momentum after the 1980s. This time, with Gunn writing, directing and producing, there's hope for a fresh beginning.
See - Sada Elbalad
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Michael Douglas Quits Acting at 80
Yara Sameh Michael Douglas, who is at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival to present a newly restored print of Miloš Forman's classic 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest,' — which he won an Oscar for as a producer on the 1970 classic — opened up about his future plans as an actor. The 80-year-old revealed that while he's not officially retired from acting, he has 'no real intentions' of returning to the big screen. 'I have not worked since 2022 purposefully because I realized I had to stop,' Douglas said. 'I had been working pretty hard for almost 60 years, and I did not want to be one of those people who dropped dead on the set. I have no real intentions of going back. I say I'm not retired because if something special came up, I'd go back, but otherwise, no.' Douglas last appeared on the big screen in 2023's "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" and starred in 2024's "Franklin", an Apple TV+ biographical series about Ben Franklin. The projects finished filming three years ago, and Douglas hasn't worked in front of the camera since. The actor did hint at 'one little independent movie' that he is 'trying to get a good script out of,' but besides that project, he has no other plans to return to films, and is 'happy to play the wife' to Catherine Zeta-Jones. 'I am happy for Catherine to go to work – and she is very busy,' he said. The topic of Douglas' future came up after he discussed his battle with tongue cancer, pointing out his course of action allowed him another decade of roles. 'Stage 4 cancer is not a holiday, but there aren't many choices, are there? I went with the program, involving chemo and radiation, and was fortunate,' he noted, adding that his friend and actor Larry Hagman died from a similar diagnosis. 'The surgery would have meant not being able to talk and removing part of my jaw, and that would have been limiting as an actor.' read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
Michael Douglas says he has 'no real intentions' of returning to acting
"If something special came up, I'd go back, but otherwise, no," he said. 3:24 Michael Douglas is pressing pause on acting -- at least for now. While speaking recently at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival in the Czech Republic, where he presented a newly restored print of Miloš Forman's classic 1975 film "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," which Douglas co-produced, the Oscar-winning actor opened up about his future in the industry. 'I have not worked since 2022 purposefully because I realized I had to stop,' Douglas said, according to Variety. 'I had been working pretty hard for almost 60 years and I did not want to be one of those people who dropped dead on the set.' He continued, 'I have no real intentions of going back. I say I'm not retired because if something special came up, I'd go back, but otherwise, no.' Douglas, who will turn 81 years old in September, last appeared on the big screen in 2023's "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania," and most recently portrayed Benjamin Franklin in the 2024 Apple TV+ miniseries "Franklin." He's also set to star alongside his son, Cameron Douglas, in the upcoming film "Looking Through Water," which has yet to receive a release date. The conversation during the Karlovy Vary Film Festival press conference also touched on Douglas' past health struggles. Reflecting on his 2010 battle with stage 4 tongue cancer, he shared that he opted for chemotherapy and radiation over surgery, which would have involved removing part of his jaw and threatened his ability to speak and act. 'Stage 4 cancer is not a holiday but there aren't many choices, are there?' he said. 'I went with the program, involving chemo and radiation, and was fortunate. The surgery would have meant not being able to talk and removing part of my jaw and that would have been limiting as an actor.' Douglas, who is married to longtime wife, actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, also revealed that he has 'one little independent movie' in the works but joked that these days that 'in the spirit of maintaining a good marriage,' he's 'happy to play the wife' to Jones.
USA Today
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Michael Douglas reveals he has 'no real intentions' of acting again: 'I had to stop'
Michael Douglas is enjoying his time away from Hollywood. During a press conference at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, the "Wall Street" actor, 80, explained why he has stepped back from acting without any current plans to return. Douglas told reporters that he has "purposely" not worked in a few years because he "realized I had to stop," explaining, "I'd been working pretty hard for almost 60 years, and I did not want to be one of those people who dropped dead on the set." The actor added that he is "very happy with taking the time off" and has "no real intentions" of going back to acting at the moment. "I'm not retired, because if something special came up, I'd go back," he clarified. "But otherwise, I'm quite happy. (I) just like to watch my wife work." The comments were previously reported by Variety. Catherine Zeta-Jones celebrates Michael Douglas' 80th birthday 'in my birthday suit' Douglas, who has been married to Catherine Zeta-Jones since 2000, has not appeared in a movie since 2023's "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania." He has played Hank Pym in the Marvel universe since 2015, but he was not listed as part of the cast of the upcoming "Avengers: Doomsday." More recently, Douglas portrayed Benjamin Franklin in the Apple TV+ miniseries "Franklin." He is set to appear opposite his son, Cameron Douglas, in the movie "Looking Through Water," which doesn't have a release date set. Douglas was surprised with a Karlovy Vary Award at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, where the movie "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," which he produced, was screened in honor of its 50th anniversary. Michael Douglas bets a benjamin on 'Franklin' TV series: How actor turned Founding Father He discussed his hiatus from acting at the press conference after being asked about his perseverance in the face of health challenges, including a battle with tongue cancer. He quipped that "stage 4 cancer is not a holiday," but said he didn't have "many choices" other than to push through, adding that he was "lucky" that he was able to continue working. Douglas' "Ant-Man" co-star Evangeline Lilly has similarly stepped away from acting since the release of "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania." The "Lost" actress shared in 2024 that while she "might return to Hollywood one day," for now, she is on an "indefinite hiatus."
