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Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Dua Lipa's boyfriend Callum Turner 'in the lead' to take on James Bond role
A huge British actor, who starred in Masters of the Air, is a fan-favourite option to take on the role of James Bond in the upcoming instalment A huge British star with a pop singer girlfriend is in the lead to take on the role of James Bond for the next instalment of the 007 franchise. There have been many rumours on who could be taking on the coveted role, including Saltburn star Jacob Elordi, Spider-Man's Tom Holland and Babygirl actor Harris Dickinson. It is now being said Hammersmith-born star Callum Turner could also be in running for the role. In new odds from Heart Bingo, the Masters of the Air star, who is engaged with Dua Lipa, is being lined up as the next 007. Sarah Caskie, Head of Brand for online website Heart Bingo, said: 'The masses have spoken on X and we've collated the data to find that Callum Turner is the people's choice to replace Daniel Craig, with 63% of posts concerning his potential role in the next film being positive, while 0% were negative." She added: "Henry Cavill's 34% positivity put him second in the eyes of the public, but 3% didn't seem too keen on him being the next Bond." Callum is best known for his role as Theseus Scamander in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and Frank Churchill in Emma. He also starred in The Boys in the Boat, and TV shows Masters of the Air and The Capture. Amazon completed its massive $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM Studios just over three years ago, which included the James Bond franchise. Fans of the movie haven't seen a new James Bond film since 2021, when No Time to Die was released as the final movie with Daniel Craig playing the lead role. Amazon recently announced that Denis Villeneuve has signed up to direct the movie. He is best known for directing the Dune movies. Tanya Lapointe will serve as executive producer, and Amy Pascal and David Heyman will serve as producers. Upon taking the role, Denis emphasised that he is a huge fan of the franchise and that it is a 'huge honour' to take on the role of director. He said: 'Some of my earliest movie-going memories are connected to 007. I grew up watching James Bond films with my father, ever since Dr. No with Sean Connery. "I'm a die-hard Bond fan. To me, he's sacred territory. I intend to honour the tradition and open the path for many new missions to come.' He continued: 'This is a massive responsibility, but also, incredibly exciting for me and a huge honour. Amy, David, and I are absolutely thrilled to bring him back to the screen. Thank you to Amazon MGM Studios for their trust.'
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'As a TV writer, I refuse to watch the new Harry Potter series for one reason'
The TV adaptation of Harry Potter has been a hot topic since it was first announced back in 2023 HBO has unveiled the first official photo of 11 year old Dominic McLaughlin as the new 'boy who lived', which almost had me convinced that "actually, this might work" upon seeing Dominic's beaming grin complete with the iconic Harry Potter spectacles and burgundy tie. However, that fleeting optimism quickly vanished. When HBO announced the TV series adaptation of Harry Potter back in 2023, it made headlines around the globe, and now the plan for a seven-season journey to cover all the books is drawing heavy criticism. From the initial outcry over casting choices to the storm brewing around J. controversial stance on transgender matters, the upcoming series has been caught in a crossfire of contention. For me, the decision to avoid the new series is simple and based on the timeless wisdom: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." The original Harry Potter film series remains one of cinema's most extraordinary success stories, generating billions at the box office and garnering universal critical praise. Beloved by countless fans, the films continue to cast spells across generations and even saw Evanna Lynch's character Luna Lovegood emboldening youths to celebrate their uniqueness. The franchise laid the foundation for sparkling careers of its lead actors – notably Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, who prior to the films, only had acting experience from school dramas. The final moments of The Deathly Hallows: Part 2 remain etched in our minds, as the triumphant trio handed the baton to their offspring after conquering the forces of darkness. It felt like the ultimate cue to say, "let's close that book now", and yet we hear tales of a TV series potentially costing a robust $8 billion, which begs justification. For those who breathe Potterverse air, there's a place for fresh narratives like the Fantastic Beasts films or Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on stage. These expansions offer new adventures within the magical world, avoiding repetitive storytelling. Yet it seems we're facing another tug at the cash cow when perhaps it's best left alone. A poignant sentiment captured from a fan post-release of Dominic McLaughlin's snapshot reads: "The series no one asked for. Even my little nieces and cousins love the original, they don't need a new version of it." I won't attempt to sum it up any better than that, so I'll simply repeat: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it".
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
People are saying same thing after HBO shares first image of Harry Potter in new series
After the announcement the newest Harry Potter adaptation has started filming for its 2026 premiere, fans were all impressed when HBO shared first picture of what Harry will look like It's been almost 24 years since Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone premiered, marking the beginning of a magical cinematic era. The Harry Potter series is one of the biggest and most well-known film franchises out there, with it being a hit among both younger and older audiences. The story follows young wizard Harry Potter as he attends Hogwarts School of Wizardry along with his friend Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger. The main plot of the story is Harry, who is 11 years old in the first movie, and his conflict with evil wizard Lord Voldemort. All eight films in the franchise were big box office hits, grossing over $7.7 billion (£5.72 billion) worldwide. Since it's success, several prequels and sequels of the story has been made, including the Fantastic Beasts prequel films, as well as The Cursed Child play, which follows the next generations of wizards. However, on 25 January 2021, it was reported a live-action television series of the original books was in early development at HBO Max. This was later confirmed in April 2023, with filming starting the summer of 2025, as it's expected to premiere in 2026. The series is planned to adapt one book per season, with seven seasons planned. The months leading up to the start of filming, some of the cast list was announces, which included 11-year-old Dominic McLaughlin playing the main character Harry Potter. Meanwhile, Arabella Stanton and Alastair Stout were announced to be playing Hermione and Ron respectively. Now, HBO has announced the series has started filming, as they released the first ever picture from the filming production. "This is the first official image of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter for the upcoming series on HBO Max," X account Daily Harry Potter wrote in a tweet. Along with the text, they included a picture of Dominic dressed in his Hogwarts robe and wearing the iconic round glasses. He also had a lightning bolt shaped scar on his forehead. People soon took to the comments of the tweet, as several people said they were impressed with how much the 11-year-old actor looked like what Harry was described as in the book. "I like the unkempt fluffy hair look with the scar on the side. A good take on the books and variation from the movie," one user commented. "Is this lore accurate Harry Potter hair with it being messy but clean? Lol," another asked, to which a third person clarified: "Dry hair with a wind blasted appearance- after a hasty pat down." "Straight out the the cover of the first Harry Potter books," another person wrote, as someone else said: "Looks pretty Harry." "Looks so cute," another wrote, while another said: "So excited for this!"
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Harry Potter reboot: Bertie Carvel opens up on his role as Cornelius Fudge
Tony-winning actor Bertie Carvel, who is set to play Cornelius Fudge in the upcoming Harry Potter reboot series on HBO Max, spilled the beans on his role in the show. In a recent interview with The Times, Carvel shared his excitement about joining the wizarding world, admitting that he read the Harry Potter books only after landing the role. JK Rowling's Harry Potter series is all set to release on HBO Max. Bertie Carvel will play the role of Cornelius Fudge.(AP) While he's best known for his stage performances, including award-winning roles in Matilda the Musical and Ink, Carvel is no stranger to political characters, having played both Tony Blair in The Crown and Donald Trump on stage. The Harry Potter reboot is based on J.K. Rowling's books of the same name. Cornelius Fudge was the Minister of Magic in the books and movies. He shared a contentious relationship with Potter, particularly over the re-emergence of Voldemort. Bertie Carvel joins Harry Potter reboot as Cornelius Fudge According to Screen Rant, HBO Max is pulling out all the stops for the Harry Potter remake, casting top-tier talent like John Lithgow as Dumbledore and now Carvel as Fudge. While fans have met each casting update with intense scrutiny, Carvel remains grounded. He told The Times that his continued involvement in the show 'depends on what the fans think.' Also read: Johnny Depp recalls his response after getting dropped from Fantastic Beasts franchise: 'F**k you…' Bertie Carvel on his future in Harry Potter reboot 'I don't know how it's going to fit into my life. I've read one script, which I loved, and I've read the books. I hadn't before I got the role. I think I saw one of the films, maybe two. As a boy if I had read these books I would have devoured them. So I am coming at it with a really open mind,' he added. Carvel did not comment on the backlash the casting had received. Whether or not that happens is up to the fandom, but Carvel seems ready to let the magic unfold. FAQs 1. Who is playing Cornelius Fudge in the Harry Potter reboot? Bertie Carvel will portray Cornelius Fudge in the HBO Max remake series. 2. What is Bertie Carvel known for? He's known for The Crown and Matilda the Musical, among other roles . 3. Is the Harry Potter reboot a TV show or movie? It's a TV series with each season covering one book. 4. When is the new Harry Potter series releasing? The release date hasn't been announced by HBO Max yet.
Toronto Sun
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Johnny Depp said ‘f*** you' to Hollywood after being dumped from 'Fantastic Beasts' franchise
'They said we'd like you to resign. But what was really in my head was they wanted me to retire' Get the latest from Mark Daniell straight to your inbox Johnny Depp attends the "Modigliani - Three Days On The Wing Of Madness" UK Premiere at the Curzon Mayfair on July 8, 2025 in London. Photo by Gareth Cattermole / Getty Images Johnny Depp is sounding off on losing his role in the Fantastic Beasts franchise after his ex-wife Amber Heard accused him of abuse. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Depp won his defamation suit against Heard in 2022, but before that legal victory he had lost a libel case against British tabloid The Sun in November 2020 after suing the outlet for publishing a 2018 article that referred to him as a 'wife-beater.' That courtroom setback caused the three-time Oscar nominee to lose his part as Gellert Grindelwald in the Harry Potter spinoff series. Depp had shot for one day on the third instalment, 2022's The Secrets of Dumbledore , when Warner Bros. asked him to drop out of the film. 'It literally stopped in a millisecond, like, while I was doing the movie,' Depp told The Telegraph in a new interview. 'They said we'd like you to resign. But what was really in my head was they wanted me to retire.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. But instead of quietly stepping away, Depp decided to fight back in order to preserve his reputation and career. 'F*** you,' he told the newspaper of his reaction to getting fired. 'There's far too many of me to kill. If you think you can hurt me more than I've already been hurt you're gravely mistaken.' Depp decided to fight back and sued Heard because if he didn't speak up 't hen I wouldn't have been me.' 'Of course, everyone tells you, 'Don't do it. You're crazy,'' he recalled. Depp said his experience afterwards led to him being 'shunned, dumped, booted, deep-sixed, cancelled' in Hollywood. But he took legal action against Heard in 2022 after she wrote a 2018 Washington Post op-ed following their 2016 split in which she called herself as a survivor of domestic abuse. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Intimate details involving D epp and Heard's personal lives were revealed at the trial, which streamed online for all the world to see. Depp told The Sunday Times last month that he had people telling him to avoid a trial and 'all the hit pieces, the bulls***' that would ensue. But he was determined to have his day in court. 'I knew I'd have to semi-eviscerate myself. Everyone was saying, 'It'll go away!' But I can't trust that,' Depp told the Times . 'What will go away? The fiction pawned around the f***ing globe? No it won't. If I don't try to represent the truth it will be like I've actually committed the acts I am accused of. And my kids will have to live with it. Their kids. Kids that I've met in hospitals. So the night before the trial in Virginia I didn't feel nervous. If you don't have to memorize lines, if you're just speaking the truth? Roll the dice.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Throughout the six-week trial in the spring of 2022, jurors and people watching at home online got a peek into the couple's extravagant and sordid relationship. During her testimony, Heard claimed that Depp attacked her multiple times including on their honeymoon . Jurors eventually sided with Depp, finding Heard guilty of defamation and awarding the Finding Neverland star $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages. Heard's countersuit against Depp was also partially successful, as he was found guilty on one count of defamation through his former lawyer Adam Waldman. After both parties appealed the verdicts, the pair agreed to a settlement in December 2022, with Depp's camp saying that the deal included a $1-million payment from her to him which was donated to charity. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. With his reputation cleared, Depp has headed back to work, signing on to play King Louis XV opposite co-star and director Maiwenn in Jeanne Du Barry and directing Modi – Three Days on the Wing of Madness , with Riccardo Scamarcio in the lead and Al Pacino co-starring. He's also in the midst of shooting Marc Webb's thriller Day Drinker with Penelope Cruz. Depp also reflected in his chat with the Times about being betrayed by former friends as he referred to himself as 'a crash test dummy' for the #MeToo movement. But he was determined to move forward with a clean slate. 'Look, none of this was going (to) be easy, but I didn't care,' he told the British outlet . 'I thought, 'I'll fight until the bitter f***ing end.' And if I end up pumping gas? That's alright. I've done that before.' mdaniell@ Read More Toronto Blue Jays NHL Columnists Toronto & GTA Olympics
