Adding another star to his portfolio of acclaimed works, Barbarian director Zach Cregger has teamed up with Thanos actor Josh Brolin on a new venture which has the latter excited by all means. Following a recent appearance in Dune: Part Two, the 56-year-old has jumped into the limelight. Yet, he is hardly taking any time to speak it all, as the latest script for the aforementioned pair-up for a horror-thriller named Weapons, reportedly has sufficient teeth to get him moving.
Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck in Dune: Part Two
Marking the next horror thriller outing from a filmmaker who has already proven his mettle in the genre, Brolin shed out high praises for the former’s grand preparations. From assembling a strong cast to weaving an interconnected story, the actor opened up on how and why he is feeling excited for all the right reasons.
Josh Brolin is “serious” for...
Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck in Dune: Part Two
Marking the next horror thriller outing from a filmmaker who has already proven his mettle in the genre, Brolin shed out high praises for the former’s grand preparations. From assembling a strong cast to weaving an interconnected story, the actor opened up on how and why he is feeling excited for all the right reasons.
Josh Brolin is “serious” for...
- 5/20/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Exclusive: June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie) is the newest addition to the cast of Weapons, New Line’s mysterious new horror thriller from director Zach Cregger.
No word on the role she’ll be playing. The film’s logline remains under wraps. As previously announced, the cast also includes Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, Benedict Wong, Amy Madigan, Austin Abrams and Cary Christopher.
Written and directed by Cregger, Weapons marks his follow-up to Barbarian, the horror film marking his debut solo outing which opened #1 at the box office in 2022 and sits at 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. Starring Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long, that film grossed ten times its production budget of $4.5 million to ultimately take in more than $45 million worldwide.
Cregger is also producing alongside his Barbarian producing team, Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures, as well as Vertigo’s Miri Yoon.
No word on the role she’ll be playing. The film’s logline remains under wraps. As previously announced, the cast also includes Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, Benedict Wong, Amy Madigan, Austin Abrams and Cary Christopher.
Written and directed by Cregger, Weapons marks his follow-up to Barbarian, the horror film marking his debut solo outing which opened #1 at the box office in 2022 and sits at 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. Starring Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long, that film grossed ten times its production budget of $4.5 million to ultimately take in more than $45 million worldwide.
Cregger is also producing alongside his Barbarian producing team, Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures, as well as Vertigo’s Miri Yoon.
- 5/17/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Last year, New Line Cinema went all-in on a partnership with Barbarian (watch it Here) writer/director Zach Cregger and the film’s producers at BoulderLight Pictures. New Line came out the winner in a bidding war over Cregger’s next film, a mysterious horror project called Weapons… which was, at one point, set to star Pedro Pascal of The Last of Us and Renate Reinsve of The Worst Person in the World. Pascal had to leave the project so he could star in the Marvel Cinematic Universe reboot of Fantastic Four instead – and even though that much larger production hasn’t started filming yet, as of right now it looks like Fantastic Four is going to beat Weapons to the screen by about six months! While that superhero movie is set to reach theatres on July 25, 2025, New Line has announced (via Deadline) that Weapons has been given a theatrical...
- 5/15/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
The sci-fi thriller Companion is coming our way from writer/director Drew Hancock and the team behind the 2022 horror hit Barbarian… but even though nearly a year has passed since the project assembled its cast and went into production, we still know very little about it. It has managed to stay shrouded in secrecy all this time. Which is a good thing, since its release date is still several months away. Deadline broke the news that Companion won’t be reaching theatres (including IMAX screens) until January 10, 2025.
That release date gives Companion a one week head-start on Blumhouse Productions and director Leigh Whannell’s reboot of the classic Universal Monsters property Wolf Man.
New Line Cinema went all-in on a partnership with Barbarian (watch it Here) writer/director Zach Cregger and the film’s producers at BoulderLight Pictures. New Line came out the winner in a bidding war over Cregger’s next film,...
That release date gives Companion a one week head-start on Blumhouse Productions and director Leigh Whannell’s reboot of the classic Universal Monsters property Wolf Man.
New Line Cinema went all-in on a partnership with Barbarian (watch it Here) writer/director Zach Cregger and the film’s producers at BoulderLight Pictures. New Line came out the winner in a bidding war over Cregger’s next film,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Warner Bros has been dishing out release dates to the likes of Supergirl: Woman Of Tomorrow and Mortal Kombat 2.
Warner Bros has officially dated several projects that we’ve heard plenty about, giving film fans dates for their diaries.
First up, there’s Supergirl: Woman Of Tomorrow. That film now has an announced release date of June 26th 2026. House Of The Dragon's Milly Alcock stars in the title role in the film and Supergirl: Woman Of Tomorrow will mark the second official film in James Gunn and Peter Safran’s new DC Universe of movies.
The first film is of course Superman: Legacy which is set to release in the summer of 2025.
We’ve previously heard noises that this version of the character is going to be harder-edged than previous screen incarnations of the Supergirl character.
Next up, a film for late 2025. Mortal Kombat 2 has been dated...
Warner Bros has officially dated several projects that we’ve heard plenty about, giving film fans dates for their diaries.
First up, there’s Supergirl: Woman Of Tomorrow. That film now has an announced release date of June 26th 2026. House Of The Dragon's Milly Alcock stars in the title role in the film and Supergirl: Woman Of Tomorrow will mark the second official film in James Gunn and Peter Safran’s new DC Universe of movies.
The first film is of course Superman: Legacy which is set to release in the summer of 2025.
We’ve previously heard noises that this version of the character is going to be harder-edged than previous screen incarnations of the Supergirl character.
Next up, a film for late 2025. Mortal Kombat 2 has been dated...
- 5/15/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
From New Line Cinema and producer Zach Cregger (Director: Barbarian) comes the upcoming sci-fi/horror movie Companion, which has been dated for theatrical release.
Companion will be released into theaters on January 10, 2025.
Companion has been rated “R” by the MPA for…
“Strong violence, sexual content, and language throughout.”
The film’s cast includes Sophie Thatcher (“Yellowjackets,” The Boogeyman) alongside Rupert Friend (Separation), Harvey Guillén (“What We Do in the Shadows”), Lukas Gage (“You”), Megan Suri (It Lives Inside), and Jack Quaid (Scream, “The Boys”).
Described as a sci-fi/horror movie, Companion will mark the directorial debut of Drew Hancock, who also wrote the script. At this time, plot details are under wraps.
In other words, we have no idea what to expect from this one. Stay tuned for more.
BoulderLight’s Raphael Margules and J.D. Lifshitz will also produce along with Vertigo’s Roy Lee. BoulderLight’s Tracy Rosenblum and...
Companion will be released into theaters on January 10, 2025.
Companion has been rated “R” by the MPA for…
“Strong violence, sexual content, and language throughout.”
The film’s cast includes Sophie Thatcher (“Yellowjackets,” The Boogeyman) alongside Rupert Friend (Separation), Harvey Guillén (“What We Do in the Shadows”), Lukas Gage (“You”), Megan Suri (It Lives Inside), and Jack Quaid (Scream, “The Boys”).
Described as a sci-fi/horror movie, Companion will mark the directorial debut of Drew Hancock, who also wrote the script. At this time, plot details are under wraps.
In other words, we have no idea what to expect from this one. Stay tuned for more.
BoulderLight’s Raphael Margules and J.D. Lifshitz will also produce along with Vertigo’s Roy Lee. BoulderLight’s Tracy Rosenblum and...
- 5/14/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
DC Studios is wasting no time in setting a release date for Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow now that the movie has found its director.
The high-profile movie will fly into cinemas on June 26, 2026, DC and Warner Bros. announced Tuesday. It is the second film to receive a release date since James Gunn and Peter Safran were brought in to overhaul DC under the new banner DC Studios. The first was Superman, which Gunn is currently shooting for a July 2025 release date.
Flimmaker Craig Gillespie was tapped by Gunn and Safran to shepherd Supergirl, which stars Milly Alcock (House of the Dragon). She’ll play Superman’s Kara Zor-El, the cousin of Superman. The feature film, from a script by Ana Nogueira, is inspired by the Tom King and Bilquis Evely comic, and will depart from the earnest take on the character seen on the CW Supergirl series.
The plan is...
The high-profile movie will fly into cinemas on June 26, 2026, DC and Warner Bros. announced Tuesday. It is the second film to receive a release date since James Gunn and Peter Safran were brought in to overhaul DC under the new banner DC Studios. The first was Superman, which Gunn is currently shooting for a July 2025 release date.
Flimmaker Craig Gillespie was tapped by Gunn and Safran to shepherd Supergirl, which stars Milly Alcock (House of the Dragon). She’ll play Superman’s Kara Zor-El, the cousin of Superman. The feature film, from a script by Ana Nogueira, is inspired by the Tom King and Bilquis Evely comic, and will depart from the earnest take on the character seen on the CW Supergirl series.
The plan is...
- 5/14/2024
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The new horror movie from New Line Cinema and director Zach Cregger (Barbarian), the upcoming Weapons has received a theatrical release date from Warner Bros. tonight.
New Line Cinema will release Weapons in theaters January 16, 2026.
Benedict Wong (3 Body Problem), Amy Madigan (Antlers), Austin Abrams (Euphoria), and Cary Christopher (Days of Our Lives) all recently joined the film’s cast.
They join previously announced stars Josh Brolin (Dune 2), Julia Garner (The Royal Hotel), and Alden Ehrenreich (Cocaine Bear) in the mysterious horror movie.
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia,...
New Line Cinema will release Weapons in theaters January 16, 2026.
Benedict Wong (3 Body Problem), Amy Madigan (Antlers), Austin Abrams (Euphoria), and Cary Christopher (Days of Our Lives) all recently joined the film’s cast.
They join previously announced stars Josh Brolin (Dune 2), Julia Garner (The Royal Hotel), and Alden Ehrenreich (Cocaine Bear) in the mysterious horror movie.
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia,...
- 5/14/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Warner Bros is filling out the 2025, 2026 calendar and beyond. Today, the Burbank, CA studio announced that New Line Cinema’s Mortal Kombat 2 will hit cinemas on Oct. 24, 2025 in Imax, while Drew Hancock’s Companion will kick off on Jan. 10, 2025, also in Imax.
The Jeremy Slater written, Simon McQuoid directed Mortal Kombat 2 comes in the wake of the first film, which was released in 2021 as theaters were reopening, and in day-and-date theatrical plan with streaming service HBO Max. Mortal Kombat opened to $23.3M stateside and ended its run at $42.3M domestic, $84.4M WW. Pic stars Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Tadanobu Asano, Mehcad Brooks, Ludi Lin, Damon Herriman, Tati Gabrielle, Martyn Ford, with Chin Han, Joe Taslim, and Hiroyuki Sanada. Producers are Todd Garner, James Wan, Simon McQuoid, E. Bennett Walsh, Toby Emmerich. The movie, natch, is based on the videogame by Ed Boon and John Tobias.
The Jeremy Slater written, Simon McQuoid directed Mortal Kombat 2 comes in the wake of the first film, which was released in 2021 as theaters were reopening, and in day-and-date theatrical plan with streaming service HBO Max. Mortal Kombat opened to $23.3M stateside and ended its run at $42.3M domestic, $84.4M WW. Pic stars Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Tadanobu Asano, Mehcad Brooks, Ludi Lin, Damon Herriman, Tati Gabrielle, Martyn Ford, with Chin Han, Joe Taslim, and Hiroyuki Sanada. Producers are Todd Garner, James Wan, Simon McQuoid, E. Bennett Walsh, Toby Emmerich. The movie, natch, is based on the videogame by Ed Boon and John Tobias.
- 5/14/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Warner Bros. is aiming for a flawless victory, dating “Mortal Kombat 2” for an IMAX release on Oct. 24, 2025.
The New Line sequel, first announced in January 2022, will be written by Jeremy Slater, best known for the Disney Plus Marvel series “Moon Knight.” Simon McQuoid, who directed “Mortal Kombat,” returns to direct the follow-up. Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Tadanobu Asano, Mehcad Brooks, Ludi Lin, Damon Herriman, Tati Gabrielle Martyn Ford, Max Huang and Ana Thu Nguyen star, with Chin Han, Joe Taslim and Hiroyuki Sanada. Todd Garner, James Wan, Simon McQuoid, E. Bennett Walsh and Toby Emmerich are producing.
The first “Mortal Kombat,” a martial arts-inspired adaptation of the popular video game created by Ed Boon and John Tobias, opened in theaters and on HBO Max in April 2021, earning $42 million domestically and $83 million worldwide.
In a 2021 interview with Variety, McQuoid hinted at characters he’d...
The New Line sequel, first announced in January 2022, will be written by Jeremy Slater, best known for the Disney Plus Marvel series “Moon Knight.” Simon McQuoid, who directed “Mortal Kombat,” returns to direct the follow-up. Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Tadanobu Asano, Mehcad Brooks, Ludi Lin, Damon Herriman, Tati Gabrielle Martyn Ford, Max Huang and Ana Thu Nguyen star, with Chin Han, Joe Taslim and Hiroyuki Sanada. Todd Garner, James Wan, Simon McQuoid, E. Bennett Walsh and Toby Emmerich are producing.
The first “Mortal Kombat,” a martial arts-inspired adaptation of the popular video game created by Ed Boon and John Tobias, opened in theaters and on HBO Max in April 2021, earning $42 million domestically and $83 million worldwide.
In a 2021 interview with Variety, McQuoid hinted at characters he’d...
- 5/14/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
There are many fans of the horror genre who only enjoy horror when it is poorly made and when it makes them laugh. Those who are actually looking for the scariest plots and the adrenaline rush you can get from watching them are a minority, but there are some movies that would perfectly fit their expectations.
Although people tend to think that really good horror is rare these days, there are a few gems that have been released recently that don't get nearly enough attention. Barbarian, Zach Cregger's directorial debut, is definitely one of those movies that deserves a lot more buzz than it already got upon its release.
Is Barbarian Worth Watching?
Distributed by 20th Century Studios and scheduled for release in 2022, Barbarian has won the hearts of critics and has an excellent score of 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. So, if you're looking for a fresh horror that doesn't completely rely on jump scares,...
Although people tend to think that really good horror is rare these days, there are a few gems that have been released recently that don't get nearly enough attention. Barbarian, Zach Cregger's directorial debut, is definitely one of those movies that deserves a lot more buzz than it already got upon its release.
Is Barbarian Worth Watching?
Distributed by 20th Century Studios and scheduled for release in 2022, Barbarian has won the hearts of critics and has an excellent score of 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. So, if you're looking for a fresh horror that doesn't completely rely on jump scares,...
- 5/11/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
The most famous Pennywise actor, Bill Skarsgård, has already made his name as a brilliant horror performer while starring not only in the two It movies, but also in the chilling series Hemlock Grove (2013–2015) and Castle Rock (2018–2019).
Continuing his major career trend, he also took part in a smaller-scale project, which didn’t suffer from its modest budget at all. On the contrary, it received lots of hype and even now, two years after its release, it is holding the second place in Netflix’s chart.
The movie’s plot revolves around the haunted house, and this trope is obviously used in an enormous number of horrors. However, here the monster, typically hiding in the basement, doesn’t turn out to be the main evil, damaging the characters the most.
It starts by showing Tess (played by Georgina Campbell), who arrives at a rental house in Detroit to find it...
Continuing his major career trend, he also took part in a smaller-scale project, which didn’t suffer from its modest budget at all. On the contrary, it received lots of hype and even now, two years after its release, it is holding the second place in Netflix’s chart.
The movie’s plot revolves around the haunted house, and this trope is obviously used in an enormous number of horrors. However, here the monster, typically hiding in the basement, doesn’t turn out to be the main evil, damaging the characters the most.
It starts by showing Tess (played by Georgina Campbell), who arrives at a rental house in Detroit to find it...
- 5/6/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
In recent years, a new wave of horror has emerged – intelligent, artistic, non-standard films that stand in contrast to the horror films of the past. The Witch, The Lighthouse, Midsommar, Hereditary, The Babadook and their lesser-known counterparts formed a new movement in the genre called elevated horror and took it to a new level.
One of the main gems of this trend is the film by Zach Cregger, which was named the best horror of 2022 and received an impressive 93% for a project in this genre on Rotten Tomatoes – Barbarian.
What is Barbarian About?
Tess arrives at night in a dark suburb of Detroit to spend the night in a house she booked through Airbnb. And faces problems right away: the code does not match the lock of the cell with the key, the cell itself is empty, the house manager does not get in touch, but suddenly a man comes out of the door.
One of the main gems of this trend is the film by Zach Cregger, which was named the best horror of 2022 and received an impressive 93% for a project in this genre on Rotten Tomatoes – Barbarian.
What is Barbarian About?
Tess arrives at night in a dark suburb of Detroit to spend the night in a house she booked through Airbnb. And faces problems right away: the code does not match the lock of the cell with the key, the cell itself is empty, the house manager does not get in touch, but suddenly a man comes out of the door.
- 5/6/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
The new horror movie from New Line Cinema and director Zach Cregger (Barbarian), the upcoming Weapons has been adding to its cast all week, and today brings another update.
Deadline reports that Benedict Wong (3 Body Problem), Amy Madigan (Antlers), Austin Abrams (Euphoria), and Cary Christopher (Days of Our Lives) have all signed on.
They join previously announced stars Josh Brolin (Dune 2), Julia Garner (The Royal Hotel), and Alden Ehrenreich (Cocaine Bear) in the mysterious horror movie.
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.
Deadline reports that Benedict Wong (3 Body Problem), Amy Madigan (Antlers), Austin Abrams (Euphoria), and Cary Christopher (Days of Our Lives) have all signed on.
They join previously announced stars Josh Brolin (Dune 2), Julia Garner (The Royal Hotel), and Alden Ehrenreich (Cocaine Bear) in the mysterious horror movie.
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.
- 5/2/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Last year, New Line Cinema went all-in on a partnership with Barbarian writer/director Zach Cregger and the film’s producers at BoulderLight Pictures. New Line came out the winner in a bidding war over Cregger’s next film, a mysterious horror project called Weapons… which was, at one point, set to star Pedro Pascal of The Last of Us and Renate Reinsve of The Worst Person in the World. Pascal and Reinsve have both had to drop out of the project (Pascal so he can star in the Fantastic Four instead), but now we know the names of several cast members who will be on set when the film goes into production. We’ve previously heard that Josh Brolin (No Country for Old Men), Julia Garner (Ozark), and Alden Ehrenreich (Solo) are in the cast. Now Deadline reveals that they’re joined by Benedict Wong (Doctor...
- 5/2/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: New Line’s horror thriller Weapons has rounded out its cast with the addition of Benedict Wong (3 Body Problem), Amy Madigan (Antlers), Austin Abrams (Euphoria), and Cary Christopher (Days of Our Lives).
As previously announced, Josh Brolin, Julia Garner and Alden Ehrenreich will lead the cast.
Pic’s plot and all roles are under wraps. Written and directed by Zach Cregger, it marks his follow-up to Barbarian, the horror film marking his debut solo outing which opened #1 at the box office in 2022 and sits at 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. Starring Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long, that film grossed ten times its production budget of $4.5 million to ultimately take in more than $45 million worldwide.
Cregger will also produce Weapons alongside his Barbarian producing team, Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures, as well as Vertigo’s Miri Yoon.
Best known for his...
As previously announced, Josh Brolin, Julia Garner and Alden Ehrenreich will lead the cast.
Pic’s plot and all roles are under wraps. Written and directed by Zach Cregger, it marks his follow-up to Barbarian, the horror film marking his debut solo outing which opened #1 at the box office in 2022 and sits at 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. Starring Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long, that film grossed ten times its production budget of $4.5 million to ultimately take in more than $45 million worldwide.
Cregger will also produce Weapons alongside his Barbarian producing team, Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures, as well as Vertigo’s Miri Yoon.
Best known for his...
- 5/2/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Filmmaker Zach Cregger’s next film, the thriller “Weapons,” looks like it’s armed and ready to do fire. Yesterday, Alden Ehrenreich joined the cast, which already includes Josh Brolin and Julia Garner, indicating how fast Cregger shot to the A-list of directors. Previously, Cregger had been a member of the comedy troupe “The Whitest Kids U’ Know,” an actor in sitcoms, and had directed one feature, 2009’s comedy, “Miss March,” not exactly known as an auteur-like filmmaker.
Continue reading Josh Brolin Says Zach Cregger’s ‘Weapons’ Is “Brilliantly Designed” & “Better Than ‘Barbarian” at The Playlist.
Continue reading Josh Brolin Says Zach Cregger’s ‘Weapons’ Is “Brilliantly Designed” & “Better Than ‘Barbarian” at The Playlist.
- 5/1/2024
- by Edward Davis
- The Playlist
While Hollywood has several incredible horror features already, a yet-to-be-released horror movie promises no less than a thrilling horror experience by taping into the essence of Tom Cruise’s one of the most iconic movies. Directed, written, and co-produced by Zach Cregger, Weapons, is being described as tonally similar to Cruise’s 1999 drama film Magnolia.
Tom Cruise starter Magnolia (1999)
Although, the movie’s prospects certainly seem high already, what makes it even more thrilling is that similar to Cruise’s epic, Weapons too appears to be eyeing an incredible cast. After roping in the likes of Josh Brolin and Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich is the newest edition to the cast.
Alden Ehrenreich Joins Josh Brolin-starrer Weapons
Alden Ehrenreich starred as a young Han Solo in Han Solo: A Star Wars Story
One would argue that Tom Cruise has been in several incredible movies, many of whom deserve a separate place...
Tom Cruise starter Magnolia (1999)
Although, the movie’s prospects certainly seem high already, what makes it even more thrilling is that similar to Cruise’s epic, Weapons too appears to be eyeing an incredible cast. After roping in the likes of Josh Brolin and Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich is the newest edition to the cast.
Alden Ehrenreich Joins Josh Brolin-starrer Weapons
Alden Ehrenreich starred as a young Han Solo in Han Solo: A Star Wars Story
One would argue that Tom Cruise has been in several incredible movies, many of whom deserve a separate place...
- 4/30/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
After establishing himself as one of Hollywood’s hottest horror filmmakers with the 2022 mega-smash “Barbarian,” former “Whitest Kids U’Know” star Zach Cregger, seems ready to take an even bigger swing with his second directorial effort. Last year, it was announced that his spec script “Weapons” had sold to New Line in a massive bidding war. Since then, Cregger has pulled together an all-star cast for what’s being described as an interrelated, multistory horror epic that’s tonally in the vein of Paul Thomas Anderson’s “Magnolia.”
So far, Cregger has managed to attract the talents of Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, and Alden Ehrenreich, as well as the producing powers of Roy Lee and Miri Yun from Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Speaking in a statement on behalf of New Line, the company’s president and Cco, Richard Brener said of Cregger, “Zach proved...
So far, Cregger has managed to attract the talents of Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, and Alden Ehrenreich, as well as the producing powers of Roy Lee and Miri Yun from Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Speaking in a statement on behalf of New Line, the company’s president and Cco, Richard Brener said of Cregger, “Zach proved...
- 4/30/2024
- by Harrison Richlin
- Indiewire
Last year, New Line Cinema went all-in on a partnership with Barbarian (watch it Here) writer/director Zach Cregger and the film’s producers at BoulderLight Pictures. New Line came out the winner in a bidding war over Cregger’s next film, a mysterious horror project called Weapons… which was, at one point, set to star Pedro Pascal of The Last of Us. Pascal had to drop out due to scheduling issues when he was cast in the Marvel movie Fantastic Four – but Cregger is still assembling an interesting cast for the film. We’ve previously heard that Dune, Avengers: Infinity War, and No Country for Old Men star Josh Brolin and Julia Garner, who is best known for her work on the series Ozark (for which she won three Emmy awards), are set to star in Weapons. Now Deadline reports that Alden Ehrenreich of Solo, Oppenheimer, Cocaine Bear, and Hail, Caesar!
- 4/29/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
As he develops his follow-up to hit horror movie Barbarian, writer/director Zach Cregger has been quietly building the cast he needs for his latest, Weapons. Alden Ehrenreich is the most recent addition to an ensemble that already includes Josh Brolin and Julia Garner.
Weapons is mostly being kept under wraps, but we have previously heard it described as "an interrelated, multistory horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia", focusing on missing high school students. Which would not really surprise us given the terrifying intensity and invention of Barbarian.
New Line snapped up the rights to back the new film, which at one point had Pedro Pascal attached to star before his commitment to other gigs including Marvel's Fantastic Four took precedence. In a coincidental quirk, Garner is also in Fantastic Four, but in a smaller role as Shalla-Bal.
Cregger is in pre-production on his latest, so...
Weapons is mostly being kept under wraps, but we have previously heard it described as "an interrelated, multistory horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia", focusing on missing high school students. Which would not really surprise us given the terrifying intensity and invention of Barbarian.
New Line snapped up the rights to back the new film, which at one point had Pedro Pascal attached to star before his commitment to other gigs including Marvel's Fantastic Four took precedence. In a coincidental quirk, Garner is also in Fantastic Four, but in a smaller role as Shalla-Bal.
Cregger is in pre-production on his latest, so...
- 4/29/2024
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
The new horror movie from New Line Cinema and director Zach Cregger (Barbarian), the upcoming Weapons is assembling an impressive cast, with Josh Brolin (Dune 2) and Julia Garner (The Royal Hotel) recently signing on. Deadline reports today that Alden Ehrenreich (Cocaine Bear) is the latest actor to join the cast of Cregger’s new movie.
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.”
Cregger was a founding member and writer for the New York comedy troupe “The Whitest Kids U’Know,...
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.”
Cregger was a founding member and writer for the New York comedy troupe “The Whitest Kids U’Know,...
- 4/29/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Alden Ehrenreich (Fair Play) is the newest addition to the cast of Weapons, New Line’s horror thriller from writer-director Zach Cregger.
While details as to the film’s plot and Ehrenreich’s role are under wraps for now, the actor joins an ensemble that also includes Julia Garner and Josh Brolin. Pic is Cregger’s follow-up to Barbarian, the horror film marking his debut solo outing which opened #1 at the box office in 2022 and sits at 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. Starring Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long, that film grossed ten times its production budget of $4.5 million to ultimately take in more than $45 million worldwide.
Cregger will also produce Weapons alongside his Barbarian producing team, Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
Ehrenreich is coming off of Chloe Domont’s acclaimed romantic drama Fair Play, which Netflix...
While details as to the film’s plot and Ehrenreich’s role are under wraps for now, the actor joins an ensemble that also includes Julia Garner and Josh Brolin. Pic is Cregger’s follow-up to Barbarian, the horror film marking his debut solo outing which opened #1 at the box office in 2022 and sits at 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. Starring Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long, that film grossed ten times its production budget of $4.5 million to ultimately take in more than $45 million worldwide.
Cregger will also produce Weapons alongside his Barbarian producing team, Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
Ehrenreich is coming off of Chloe Domont’s acclaimed romantic drama Fair Play, which Netflix...
- 4/29/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Julia Garner already has two upcoming horror roles, so how about one more for good measure? THR reports that Garner is the latest actor to join Zach Cregger‘s “Barbarian” follow-up “Weapons” at New Line. Garner will star opposite the previously announced Josh Brolin, with shooting starting in Atlanta next month.
Read More: ‘Weapons’: Josh Brolin In Talks To Replace Pedro Pascal In Zach Cregger’s ‘Barbarian’ Follow-Up
Cregger’s sophomore feature remains shrouded in secrecy despite Brolin joining the cast in February.
Continue reading ‘Weapons’: Julia Garner Joins Josh Brolin On Zach Cregger’s Upcoming Horror Epic at The Playlist.
Read More: ‘Weapons’: Josh Brolin In Talks To Replace Pedro Pascal In Zach Cregger’s ‘Barbarian’ Follow-Up
Cregger’s sophomore feature remains shrouded in secrecy despite Brolin joining the cast in February.
Continue reading ‘Weapons’: Julia Garner Joins Josh Brolin On Zach Cregger’s Upcoming Horror Epic at The Playlist.
- 4/25/2024
- by Ned Booth
- The Playlist
Last year, New Line Cinema went all-in on a partnership with Barbarian (watch it Here) writer/director Zach Cregger and the film’s producers at BoulderLight Pictures. New Line came out the winner in a bidding war over Cregger’s next film, a mysterious horror project called Weapons. They signed a first look deal with BoulderLight Pictures, tasking the company with developing high concept genre projects for them. And they gave a greenlight to the thriller Companion, produced by BoulderLight and Cregger. Last May, it was announced that Pedro Pascal of The Last of Us had signed on to star in Weapons – but Pascal had to drop out due to scheduling conflicts with his Marvel movie Fantastic Four, so he has since been replaced by Dune, Avengers: Infinity War, and No Country for Old Men star Josh Brolin. Now The Hollywood Reporter has shared the news that Brolin is being...
- 4/25/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Julia Garner has joined Josh Brolin on Weapons, the new film from the director of Barbarian, Zach Cregger.
Julia Garner has been announced as the leading name in the ensemble for Zach Cregger’s soon-to-shoot horror project, Weapons.
We first learned about the film around a year ago when it became the subject of a heated bidding war. Cregger was coming of the back of 2022’s Barbarian, one of the buzziest horror films of that year. Barbarian didn’t just announce an exciting new voice in the horror genre, it also performed commercially earning $45m worldwide, amounting to around ten times its production budget.
With horror being seen as one of the only remaining genres to reliably pull audiences into cinemas, the success of Cregger’s film saw several studios keen to secure his future services. New Line CInema duly won out and around a year ago, the filmmaker’s next feature was announced.
Julia Garner has been announced as the leading name in the ensemble for Zach Cregger’s soon-to-shoot horror project, Weapons.
We first learned about the film around a year ago when it became the subject of a heated bidding war. Cregger was coming of the back of 2022’s Barbarian, one of the buzziest horror films of that year. Barbarian didn’t just announce an exciting new voice in the horror genre, it also performed commercially earning $45m worldwide, amounting to around ten times its production budget.
With horror being seen as one of the only remaining genres to reliably pull audiences into cinemas, the success of Cregger’s film saw several studios keen to secure his future services. New Line CInema duly won out and around a year ago, the filmmaker’s next feature was announced.
- 4/25/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
In addition to Leigh Whannell’s upcoming Universal Monsters movie Wolf Man, Julia Garner (The Royal Hotel) has also joined the cast of Weapons, THR has announced tonight.
Weapons is the new horror movie from New Line Cinema and director Zach Cregger (Barbarian), with Julia Garner joining the previously announced Josh Brolin (Dune 2).
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.”
Cregger was a founding member and writer for the New York comedy troupe “The Whitest Kids U’Know,” which he...
Weapons is the new horror movie from New Line Cinema and director Zach Cregger (Barbarian), with Julia Garner joining the previously announced Josh Brolin (Dune 2).
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.”
Cregger was a founding member and writer for the New York comedy troupe “The Whitest Kids U’Know,” which he...
- 4/25/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Julia Garner, emerging quickly as one of Hollywood’s most in-demand talents, has nabbed the starring role in Weapons, the New Line horror movie from Barbarian filmmaker Zach Cregger.
Garner will star opposite Josh Brolin in the feature, which is due to begin shooting in mid-May in Atlanta.
Cregger wrote the top secret script for Weapons, which is described as an interrelated, multistory horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.
The project is also a reunion of the Barbarian producing team. Cregger is producing along with Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
Garner gained notice for her three-time Emmy-winning turn in Netflix’s acclaimed crime drama Ozark. Since wrapping that up, she has been on a tear about nabbing big-studio gigs, in the process of becoming...
Garner will star opposite Josh Brolin in the feature, which is due to begin shooting in mid-May in Atlanta.
Cregger wrote the top secret script for Weapons, which is described as an interrelated, multistory horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.
The project is also a reunion of the Barbarian producing team. Cregger is producing along with Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
Garner gained notice for her three-time Emmy-winning turn in Netflix’s acclaimed crime drama Ozark. Since wrapping that up, she has been on a tear about nabbing big-studio gigs, in the process of becoming...
- 4/24/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Three-time Emmy winner Julia Garner is boarding New Line’s Weapons opposite Josh Brolin. The pic comes from writer-director Zach Cregger. who made the 2022 New Regency horror film Barbarian.
Barbarian, released via 20th Century Studios, opened at No. 1 after pulling in a 93% Rotten Tomatoes critics score. The pic grossed 10 times its production budget of $4.5 million totaling more than $45M worldwide.
Garner won three Supporting Actress Drama Emmys for her turn as Ruth Langmore in the Netflix series Ozark. She is currently in production opposite Christopher Abbott on Blumhouse/Universal’s Wolf Man from filmmaker Leigh Whannell. Garner also stars in Paramount’s upcoming psychological thriller Apartment 7A.
Deadline recently scooped that she was joining the cast of Marvel Studios’ Fantastic Four as the iconic comic book character Silver Surfer opposite Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach.
Her other feature credits count Bleecker Street’s The Assistant, Neon...
Barbarian, released via 20th Century Studios, opened at No. 1 after pulling in a 93% Rotten Tomatoes critics score. The pic grossed 10 times its production budget of $4.5 million totaling more than $45M worldwide.
Garner won three Supporting Actress Drama Emmys for her turn as Ruth Langmore in the Netflix series Ozark. She is currently in production opposite Christopher Abbott on Blumhouse/Universal’s Wolf Man from filmmaker Leigh Whannell. Garner also stars in Paramount’s upcoming psychological thriller Apartment 7A.
Deadline recently scooped that she was joining the cast of Marvel Studios’ Fantastic Four as the iconic comic book character Silver Surfer opposite Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach.
Her other feature credits count Bleecker Street’s The Assistant, Neon...
- 4/24/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
From New Line Cinema and producer Zach Cregger (Director: Barbarian) comes the upcoming sci-fi/horror movie Companion, which has officially received its “R” rating this week.
Companion has been rated “R” by the MPA for…
“Strong violence, sexual content, and language throughout.”
The film’s cast includes Sophie Thatcher (“Yellowjackets,” The Boogeyman) alongside Rupert Friend (Separation), Harvey Guillén (“What We Do in the Shadows”), Lukas Gage (“You”), Megan Suri (It Lives Inside), and Jack Quaid (Scream, “The Boys”).
Described as a sci-fi/horror movie, Companion will mark the directorial debut of Drew Hancock, who also wrote the script. At this time, plot details are under wraps.
In other words, we have no idea what to expect from this one. Stay tuned for more.
BoulderLight’s Raphael Margules and J.D. Lifshitz will also produce along with Vertigo’s Roy Lee. BoulderLight’s Tracy Rosenblum and Vertigo’s Andrew Childs will exec produce.
Companion has been rated “R” by the MPA for…
“Strong violence, sexual content, and language throughout.”
The film’s cast includes Sophie Thatcher (“Yellowjackets,” The Boogeyman) alongside Rupert Friend (Separation), Harvey Guillén (“What We Do in the Shadows”), Lukas Gage (“You”), Megan Suri (It Lives Inside), and Jack Quaid (Scream, “The Boys”).
Described as a sci-fi/horror movie, Companion will mark the directorial debut of Drew Hancock, who also wrote the script. At this time, plot details are under wraps.
In other words, we have no idea what to expect from this one. Stay tuned for more.
BoulderLight’s Raphael Margules and J.D. Lifshitz will also produce along with Vertigo’s Roy Lee. BoulderLight’s Tracy Rosenblum and Vertigo’s Andrew Childs will exec produce.
- 4/24/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
The Tribeca Film Festival 2024, presented by Okx, today announced its full lineup of feature narrative, documentary, and animated films. This year’s Festival, which takes place June 5-16 in New York City showcases the best emerging talent from across the globe alongside established names.
Of particular note to horror fans, Tribeca Midnight is the “surprising, shocking, frightening, and thrilling” destination for the best in horror and more for late night audiences. Look for buzzy titles like The Devil’s Bath, from filmmakers Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala. But the horror extends beyond the Midnight section, including the premiere of Amfad: All My Friends Are Dead.
Read on for the genre titles scheduled to premiere at Tribeca:
Spotlight Narrative
A launching pad for the most buzzworthy new films, Tribeca’s Spotlight section brings audiences anticipated premieres from acclaimed filmmakers and star performers.
The Damned, – World Premiere. When a ship sinks near her isolated fishing post,...
Of particular note to horror fans, Tribeca Midnight is the “surprising, shocking, frightening, and thrilling” destination for the best in horror and more for late night audiences. Look for buzzy titles like The Devil’s Bath, from filmmakers Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala. But the horror extends beyond the Midnight section, including the premiere of Amfad: All My Friends Are Dead.
Read on for the genre titles scheduled to premiere at Tribeca:
Spotlight Narrative
A launching pad for the most buzzworthy new films, Tribeca’s Spotlight section brings audiences anticipated premieres from acclaimed filmmakers and star performers.
The Damned, – World Premiere. When a ship sinks near her isolated fishing post,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Josh Brolin has had an interesting career over the years. His breakthrough role came with the 1985 adventure comedy film Goonies. In the 2000s, he gained prominence playing significant roles in acclaimed films such as No Country For Old Men and Milk. The 2010s was a great decade for Brolin as he tasted huge commercial success with the last two Avengers films and Deadpool 2.
Josh Brolin in 2008’s Milk
He played iconic comic book characters Thanos and Cable in the two films. However, he had already dipped into the comic book world with DC’s 2010 film Jonah Hex. The film is considered one of the worst superhero films ever made and Brolin is still taking the blame for the disastrous results of the film and continues to criticize its quality.
Josh Brolin Won’t Stop Criticizing Jonah Hex Cause It’s a ‘Shi**y’ Film
Josh Brolin absolutely hates Jonah Hex...
Josh Brolin in 2008’s Milk
He played iconic comic book characters Thanos and Cable in the two films. However, he had already dipped into the comic book world with DC’s 2010 film Jonah Hex. The film is considered one of the worst superhero films ever made and Brolin is still taking the blame for the disastrous results of the film and continues to criticize its quality.
Josh Brolin Won’t Stop Criticizing Jonah Hex Cause It’s a ‘Shi**y’ Film
Josh Brolin absolutely hates Jonah Hex...
- 2/29/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
The Dark Knight is one of those films that does not just stand out in the genre that it exists in but also stands out among films in general. So it is no wonder that the film has inspired countless actors to take a shot in the industry. Timothée Chalamet is one such actor, whose love for acting came from Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight.
The Dark Knight (2008) dir. Christopher Nolan
Ever since it was revealed that the Wonka alum became an actor thanks to The Dark Knight, fans have been casting the actor in one key role that is instrumental to the Batman mythos. Fans believe that the actor would be perfect for the role of Batman’s first protege: Dick Grayson.
Suggested“Why is he fighting like Nightwing?”: DC Fans Claim Oscar Isaac’s Moon Knight Copied Dick Grayson’s Escrima Stick Fighting Style Timothée Chalamet...
The Dark Knight (2008) dir. Christopher Nolan
Ever since it was revealed that the Wonka alum became an actor thanks to The Dark Knight, fans have been casting the actor in one key role that is instrumental to the Batman mythos. Fans believe that the actor would be perfect for the role of Batman’s first protege: Dick Grayson.
Suggested“Why is he fighting like Nightwing?”: DC Fans Claim Oscar Isaac’s Moon Knight Copied Dick Grayson’s Escrima Stick Fighting Style Timothée Chalamet...
- 2/25/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
If Renate Reinsve hadn’t been offered the lead in Joachim Trier’s 2021 feature The Worst Person in the World, she was planning to quit acting and become a carpenter. After years of frustration with the roles being offered her in Norway, Reinsve had decided to try out Plan B: Learn woodworking and set up a carpentry school for young girls and women.
“I had just finished renovating my house,” Reinsve recalls, “and I really loved it, doing things with my hands, making something physical and real. So I thought: Maybe this is what I should be doing.”
But that call from Trier put Plan A back on the table. The Worst Person in the World, which Reinsve describes as an “anti-romantic romantic comedy,” premiered in Cannes and was an instant breakout. Reinsve’s performance as Julie, a funny and flawed, charming, chaotic and profoundly relatable 30-something who tumbles through jobs and relationships,...
“I had just finished renovating my house,” Reinsve recalls, “and I really loved it, doing things with my hands, making something physical and real. So I thought: Maybe this is what I should be doing.”
But that call from Trier put Plan A back on the table. The Worst Person in the World, which Reinsve describes as an “anti-romantic romantic comedy,” premiered in Cannes and was an instant breakout. Reinsve’s performance as Julie, a funny and flawed, charming, chaotic and profoundly relatable 30-something who tumbles through jobs and relationships,...
- 2/22/2024
- by Scott Roxborough
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
With Pedro Pascal now shooting “Fantastic Four” this summer, Zach Cregger needs a new leading man for the follow-up to his 2022 horror hit “Barbarian.” Well, Cregger may have found him. THR reports that John Brolin is in final talks to star in “Weapons,” one of the buzziest genre films in Hollywood right now.
Read More: ‘Weapons’: New Line Announces New Deal For ‘Barbarian’ Filmmaker Zach Cregger’s Next Horror Feature
If Brolin signs on, he’ll star in a sprawling, multistory horror epic that insiders who have read Cregger’s script say is similar in structure to the 1999 P.T.
Continue reading ‘Weapons’: John Brolin In Talks To Replace Pedro Pascal In Zach Cregger’s ‘Barbarian’ Follow-Up at The Playlist.
Read More: ‘Weapons’: New Line Announces New Deal For ‘Barbarian’ Filmmaker Zach Cregger’s Next Horror Feature
If Brolin signs on, he’ll star in a sprawling, multistory horror epic that insiders who have read Cregger’s script say is similar in structure to the 1999 P.T.
Continue reading ‘Weapons’: John Brolin In Talks To Replace Pedro Pascal In Zach Cregger’s ‘Barbarian’ Follow-Up at The Playlist.
- 2/22/2024
- by Ned Booth
- The Playlist
The Goonies star Josh Brolin is reportedly in negotiations to take the title role vacated by Pedro Pascal in Cregger’s ‘multi-story horror epic’.
Last year, we saw a furious bidding war between several studios vying to secure Weapons, Zach Cregger’s next film. Following the breakout success of 2022’s Barbarian, there was plenty of interest in Cregger’s follow-up project. That’s partly because the last couple of years have seen some big moves in the horror space, with each studio looking to secure popular filmmakers to work in a genre that continues to flourish, even as other types of films face a less certain future.
In the end, New Line Cinema secured Cregger’s services and it seems like the filmmaker is getting carte blanche to make whatever he wants to, with Weapons being described as a ‘multi-story horror epic’ in the expansive style of Paul Thomas Anderson’s Magnolia.
Last year, we saw a furious bidding war between several studios vying to secure Weapons, Zach Cregger’s next film. Following the breakout success of 2022’s Barbarian, there was plenty of interest in Cregger’s follow-up project. That’s partly because the last couple of years have seen some big moves in the horror space, with each studio looking to secure popular filmmakers to work in a genre that continues to flourish, even as other types of films face a less certain future.
In the end, New Line Cinema secured Cregger’s services and it seems like the filmmaker is getting carte blanche to make whatever he wants to, with Weapons being described as a ‘multi-story horror epic’ in the expansive style of Paul Thomas Anderson’s Magnolia.
- 2/22/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
Up next from writer/director Zach Cregger (Barbarian) is New Line Cinema’s Weapons, and Pedro Pascal (“The Last of Us”) had originally been attached to star. But Pascal’s busy schedule, which includes “The Last of Us” Season 2 and Marvel’s Fantastic Four, forced him to drop out of the project. THR reports today that Josh Brolin (Dune 2) is now in talks to star.
Brolin would take over the role Pascal had been set to play. Stay tuned.
Renate Reinsve (The Worst Person in the World) is currently part of the Weapons cast.
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a...
Brolin would take over the role Pascal had been set to play. Stay tuned.
Renate Reinsve (The Worst Person in the World) is currently part of the Weapons cast.
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a...
- 2/21/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Last year, New Line Cinema went all-in on a partnership with Barbarian (watch it Here) writer/director Zach Cregger and the film’s producers at BoulderLight Pictures. New Line came out the winner in a bidding war over Cregger’s next film, a mysterious horror project called Weapons. They signed a first look deal with BoulderLight Pictures, tasking the company with developing high concept genre projects for them. And they gave a greenlight to the thriller Companion, produced by BoulderLight and Cregger. Last May, it was announced that Pedro Pascal of The Last of Us had signed on to star in Weapons… and six months later, it was reported that Pascal was also in talks to play Reed Richards in Marvel’s new attempt at bringing the Fantastic Four to the big screen. Last month, a rumor started to circulate that the shooting schedules for Weapons and Fantastic Four were conflicting,...
- 2/21/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Josh Brolin is in negotiations to star in Weapons, the New Line horror thriller from Barbarian filmmaker Zach Cregger.
The feature is Cregger’s highly anticipated Barbarian follow-up and was to have shot last year but the dual writers and actors strikes caused the movie to push its initial fall 2023 start of production. That caused a conflict with the project’s previous star, Pedro Pascal, whose schedule ran up against his commitment to Fantastic Four, which is shooting this summer.
Cregger wrote the top secret script for Weapons, which is described as an interrelated, multistory horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.
The project is also a reunion of the Barbarian producing team. Cregger is producing along with Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
If a deal makes,...
The feature is Cregger’s highly anticipated Barbarian follow-up and was to have shot last year but the dual writers and actors strikes caused the movie to push its initial fall 2023 start of production. That caused a conflict with the project’s previous star, Pedro Pascal, whose schedule ran up against his commitment to Fantastic Four, which is shooting this summer.
Cregger wrote the top secret script for Weapons, which is described as an interrelated, multistory horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia, the 1999 actor-crammed showcase from filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.
The project is also a reunion of the Barbarian producing team. Cregger is producing along with Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
If a deal makes,...
- 2/21/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
After landing his second Oscar nomination on Tuesday morning for his starring turn in Alexander Payne’s dramedy The Holdovers, Paul Giamatti spoke with Deadline about the reasons horror is currently at top of mind for him, the filmmakers active in that genre today that he’d most like to work with, his viral In-n-Out moment following the Golden Globes, a missed opportunity to work with David Lynch, and more.
Speaking to the genre filmmakers he admires, Giamatti named Hereditary‘s Ari Aster and Nope‘s Jordan Peele, though he gave particular focus to Zach Cregger, who caught his attention with his 2022 breakout feature, Barbarian. “I thought that movie was really, really well done, and that’s kind of one of my favorite horror movies I’ve seen recently,” the actor said. “That movie really struck a chord with me, and it stuck with me.”
While out on the awards circuit,...
Speaking to the genre filmmakers he admires, Giamatti named Hereditary‘s Ari Aster and Nope‘s Jordan Peele, though he gave particular focus to Zach Cregger, who caught his attention with his 2022 breakout feature, Barbarian. “I thought that movie was really, really well done, and that’s kind of one of my favorite horror movies I’ve seen recently,” the actor said. “That movie really struck a chord with me, and it stuck with me.”
While out on the awards circuit,...
- 1/23/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Last year, New Line Cinema went all-in on a partnership with Barbarian (watch it Here) writer/director Zach Cregger and the film’s producers at BoulderLight Pictures. New Line came out the winner in a bidding war over Cregger’s next film, a mysterious horror project called Weapons. They signed a first look deal with BoulderLight Pictures, tasking the company with developing high concept genre projects for them. And they gave a greenlight to the thriller Companion, produced by BoulderLight and Cregger. In May, it was announced that Pedro Pascal of The Last of Us had signed on to star in Weapons… and six months later, it was reported that Pascal was also in talks to play Reed Richards in Marvel’s new attempt at bringing the Fantastic Four to the big screen. According to entertainment industry scooper Jeff Sneider, the shooting schedules for those projects are now conflicting, so...
- 1/12/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Up next from writer/director Zach Cregger (Barbarian) is New Line Cinema’s Weapons, and Pedro Pascal (“The Last of Us”) had been attached to star. Until this week, that is.
Jeff Sneider reports in his newsletter The Insneider that Pedro Pascal has exited Cregger’s Weapons, reportedly “forced to drop out” of the project “due to his busy schedule.”
Pascal is getting set to begin filming on Season 2 of HBO’s “The Last of Us,” and his busy schedule at the moment also includes the just announced movie The Mandalorian & Grogu.
Renate Reinsve (The Worst Person in the World) is currently part of the Weapons cast.
Moving full speed ahead toward a theatrical release, production is anticipated to commence this year. The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures.
Jeff Sneider reports in his newsletter The Insneider that Pedro Pascal has exited Cregger’s Weapons, reportedly “forced to drop out” of the project “due to his busy schedule.”
Pascal is getting set to begin filming on Season 2 of HBO’s “The Last of Us,” and his busy schedule at the moment also includes the just announced movie The Mandalorian & Grogu.
Renate Reinsve (The Worst Person in the World) is currently part of the Weapons cast.
Moving full speed ahead toward a theatrical release, production is anticipated to commence this year. The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures.
- 1/11/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Pedro Pascal has reportedly left Zach Cregger’s next film Weapons as Marvel’s Fantastic Four is looking to start production in Q3.
Pedro Pascal might just be the busiest man in Hollywood. The 48-year-old actor is one of the most in demand leading men in La La Land currently. He’s currently busy with prep for The Last Of Us season 2 which begins filming in February.
Pascal appeared at the Golden Globes with his arm in a sling, but that will not hinder production on The Last Of Us season 2. People who have played the game might be able to figure out why…
He’s also rumoured to be starring in Marvel’s Fantastic Four movie as Reed Richards and will also appear in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator 2 alongside Paul Mescal.
With so many big projects, something has to give. Jeff Sneider reports that Pascal has thus exited...
Pedro Pascal might just be the busiest man in Hollywood. The 48-year-old actor is one of the most in demand leading men in La La Land currently. He’s currently busy with prep for The Last Of Us season 2 which begins filming in February.
Pascal appeared at the Golden Globes with his arm in a sling, but that will not hinder production on The Last Of Us season 2. People who have played the game might be able to figure out why…
He’s also rumoured to be starring in Marvel’s Fantastic Four movie as Reed Richards and will also appear in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator 2 alongside Paul Mescal.
With so many big projects, something has to give. Jeff Sneider reports that Pascal has thus exited...
- 1/11/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Now a week into the new year, Max is, like many of us, cleaning house. The streamer is ushering in a new month of library additions and new originals, and, like usual, we have to give to get.
While the streamer has lost a few titles already this month, including 2018’s “The Nun,” nearly all of Max’s departures will make their exit during the final week of the month, including “Birdman,” “Barbarian,” and more!
Before January comes to an end, check out The Streamable’s top picks of what to watch before they’re gone, and see the full list of what’s leaving Max throughout the rest of the month!
7-Day Free Trial $9.99+ / month Max via amazon.com What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Leaving Max in January 2024? “Barbarian” | Wednesday, Jan. 24
Georgina Campbell leads the horror-thriller as Tess, a young woman who books a rental home only to...
While the streamer has lost a few titles already this month, including 2018’s “The Nun,” nearly all of Max’s departures will make their exit during the final week of the month, including “Birdman,” “Barbarian,” and more!
Before January comes to an end, check out The Streamable’s top picks of what to watch before they’re gone, and see the full list of what’s leaving Max throughout the rest of the month!
7-Day Free Trial $9.99+ / month Max via amazon.com What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Leaving Max in January 2024? “Barbarian” | Wednesday, Jan. 24
Georgina Campbell leads the horror-thriller as Tess, a young woman who books a rental home only to...
- 1/10/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Deadline reports that Universal Pictures has made the first major Hollywood deal of 2024, pre-emptively purchasing the short story package Long Lost, which has the legendary Steven Spielberg attached to produce through his company Amblin Partners.
Long Lost is a 50 page short story written by Colin Bannon, who previously wrote and directed the 2009 comedy Love Conquers Paul. Bannon will be writing the screenplay adaptation of his story, which is said to be “in the vein of What Lies Beneath and Rosemary’s Baby“. The story centers on a recently married woman whose life is upended when her husband’s long-lost wife shockingly returns after she was believed to be dead, sparking fears that she’s hatching a sinister plan to reclaim what was once hers.
How does the maker of a little-seen indie from 15 years ago land a deal like this? Well, in addition to making Love Conquers Paul, Bannon has...
Long Lost is a 50 page short story written by Colin Bannon, who previously wrote and directed the 2009 comedy Love Conquers Paul. Bannon will be writing the screenplay adaptation of his story, which is said to be “in the vein of What Lies Beneath and Rosemary’s Baby“. The story centers on a recently married woman whose life is upended when her husband’s long-lost wife shockingly returns after she was believed to be dead, sparking fears that she’s hatching a sinister plan to reclaim what was once hers.
How does the maker of a little-seen indie from 15 years ago land a deal like this? Well, in addition to making Love Conquers Paul, Bannon has...
- 1/8/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: In the first major sale of the year, Universal has pre-emptively purchased the short story package Long Lost that comes with an attachment by Steven Spielberg, who’s aboard as a producer through his U-based Amblin banner.
The 50-page short story was written by Colin Bannon, who will write the script. His deal is in the low 7-figures range for story and to write the script, said sources. Pic will be produced by Spielberg’s Amblin Partners , Simon Kinberg and Audrey Chon for Genre Pictures and Scott Glassgold and his Ground Control Entertainment.
As a screenwriter, Bannon has landed scripts on the Black List a record seven times, and he has sold the specs Ultra to Tri-Star Pictures and First Ascent to Netflix. Bannon’s psychological thriller Holdout is readying at Netflix with Elizabeth Moss attached to star and direct.
In the vein of What Lies Beneath and Rosemary’s Baby,...
The 50-page short story was written by Colin Bannon, who will write the script. His deal is in the low 7-figures range for story and to write the script, said sources. Pic will be produced by Spielberg’s Amblin Partners , Simon Kinberg and Audrey Chon for Genre Pictures and Scott Glassgold and his Ground Control Entertainment.
As a screenwriter, Bannon has landed scripts on the Black List a record seven times, and he has sold the specs Ultra to Tri-Star Pictures and First Ascent to Netflix. Bannon’s psychological thriller Holdout is readying at Netflix with Elizabeth Moss attached to star and direct.
In the vein of What Lies Beneath and Rosemary’s Baby,...
- 1/6/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Something evil lurks in the basement in the first trailer for Alberto Corredor’s unsettling new horror film, Baghead.
We’ve had some stellar horror films in 2023, but it’s time to cast our eyes to the future. We’re already looking forward to Imaginary and Night Swim, but Alberto Corredor’s Baghead looks very intriguing indeed.
Take a look at the first Baghead trailer below.
Here’s the official synopsis:
“Following the death of her father, a young woman (Allen) inherits a run-down pub and discovers a dark secret within its basement – Baghead – a shapeshifting creature that will let you speak to lost loved ones, but not without consequence.”
Baghead comes from the producers of It and Barbarian and there is definitely a bit of Barbarian’s DNA present in the Baghead trailer. Something rather evil was lurking in the bowels of a house in Zach Cregger’s hit horror as well.
We’ve had some stellar horror films in 2023, but it’s time to cast our eyes to the future. We’re already looking forward to Imaginary and Night Swim, but Alberto Corredor’s Baghead looks very intriguing indeed.
Take a look at the first Baghead trailer below.
Here’s the official synopsis:
“Following the death of her father, a young woman (Allen) inherits a run-down pub and discovers a dark secret within its basement – Baghead – a shapeshifting creature that will let you speak to lost loved ones, but not without consequence.”
Baghead comes from the producers of It and Barbarian and there is definitely a bit of Barbarian’s DNA present in the Baghead trailer. Something rather evil was lurking in the bowels of a house in Zach Cregger’s hit horror as well.
- 12/6/2023
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
‘Fantastic Four’ is currently the most talked-about upcoming MCU film when it comes to rumors about potential castings. Casting Marvel’s first family is no small feat, and many names were considered for the lead roles.
Now, it appears that the speculation surrounding the casting of Reed Richards has concluded, with reports suggesting that Pedro Pascal has officially taken on the role. Pascal, amidst a packed schedule with the ‘Gladiator’ sequel, Season 2 of ‘The Last of Us,’ and Zach Cregger’s ‘Weapons’ in 2024, initially faced uncertainty about fitting in a Marvel shoot next year. However, recent developments, possibly linked to strikes, have created a scheduling window, and the details are being worked out before the holiday break.
Just a quick reminder: Jake Gyllenhaal and Adam Driver were primary considerations for the role, but their high costs, as noted by Jeff Sneider, led the ‘Fantastic Four’ team to opt for a...
Now, it appears that the speculation surrounding the casting of Reed Richards has concluded, with reports suggesting that Pedro Pascal has officially taken on the role. Pascal, amidst a packed schedule with the ‘Gladiator’ sequel, Season 2 of ‘The Last of Us,’ and Zach Cregger’s ‘Weapons’ in 2024, initially faced uncertainty about fitting in a Marvel shoot next year. However, recent developments, possibly linked to strikes, have created a scheduling window, and the details are being worked out before the holiday break.
Just a quick reminder: Jake Gyllenhaal and Adam Driver were primary considerations for the role, but their high costs, as noted by Jeff Sneider, led the ‘Fantastic Four’ team to opt for a...
- 11/16/2023
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Fantastic Four’ is currently the hottest upcoming MCU movie regarding rumors about potential castings. Casting Marvel’s first family is not easy, and there were plenty of names thrown around regarding the leads.
Now it seems that the story regarding casting Reed Richards has come to an end, with Pedro Pascal reportedly signing up for the role. Pedro Pascal is a busy guy! He’s got the ‘Gladiator’ sequel and Season 2 of ‘The Last of Us’ lined up, along with Zach Cregger’s ‘Weapons’ in 2024. Originally, it wasn’t clear if he could squeeze in a Marvel shoot next year due to his packed schedule. However, recent developments, possibly related to strikes, have opened up a window, and they’re figuring out the details before the holiday break.
Just a reminder: Jake Gyllenhaal and Adam Driver were mainly considered for the role, but both were too expensive, according to Jeff Sneider...
Now it seems that the story regarding casting Reed Richards has come to an end, with Pedro Pascal reportedly signing up for the role. Pedro Pascal is a busy guy! He’s got the ‘Gladiator’ sequel and Season 2 of ‘The Last of Us’ lined up, along with Zach Cregger’s ‘Weapons’ in 2024. Originally, it wasn’t clear if he could squeeze in a Marvel shoot next year due to his packed schedule. However, recent developments, possibly related to strikes, have opened up a window, and they’re figuring out the details before the holiday break.
Just a reminder: Jake Gyllenhaal and Adam Driver were mainly considered for the role, but both were too expensive, according to Jeff Sneider...
- 11/16/2023
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Pedro Pascal is set to lead Marvel’s Fantastic Four – and there’s a strong ensemble cast should these rumours prove to be accurate.
Marvel Studios sits in the eye of a rumour whirlwind at the moment, following months of internal turbulence that we covered here.
Externally, while the strikes have been disruptive, they’ve also given the studio the opportunity to reconfigure some of its upcoming projects. The general consensus following the release of The Marvels is that the company is in some sort of terminal decline, but it has yet to play the strongest cards in its hand. Those being movies based on iconic and beloved properties X-Men and Fantastic Four.
As far as the latter goes, casting rumours have emerged via reporter Jeff Sneider, who offers a few details on who will be playing Marvel’s ‘First Family’ – and even a little inside news on how the process worked.
Marvel Studios sits in the eye of a rumour whirlwind at the moment, following months of internal turbulence that we covered here.
Externally, while the strikes have been disruptive, they’ve also given the studio the opportunity to reconfigure some of its upcoming projects. The general consensus following the release of The Marvels is that the company is in some sort of terminal decline, but it has yet to play the strongest cards in its hand. Those being movies based on iconic and beloved properties X-Men and Fantastic Four.
As far as the latter goes, casting rumours have emerged via reporter Jeff Sneider, who offers a few details on who will be playing Marvel’s ‘First Family’ – and even a little inside news on how the process worked.
- 11/16/2023
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
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