Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, known for his role in Marvel’s upcoming Wonder Man, has officially signed on to star alongside Mark Wahlberg in By Any Means, a new crime thriller directed by The Inspection's Elegance Bratton. Abdul-Mateen II steps into the lead role previously set for Sterling K. Brown, who exited the project due to scheduling conflicts.

Grammy Award-winning artists Kelly Rowland and Method Man team up for a special rom-com, ‘Relationship Goals,’ for Amazon MGM studios. The project is based on Michael Todd’s New York Times best-selling book, ‘Relationship Goals: How to Win at Dating, Marriage, and Sex,’ a refreshing guide to finding love and building a thriving relationship by getting real about your goals, values, and what truly matters. The film brings this practical guide to life with Rowland and Method Man, joined by Emmy Award nominee Robin Thede and Annie Gonzalez as co-stars.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning and 22x Grammy Award-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar partners with ‘South Park’ co-creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone for a live-action comedy set to hit theaters July 4. The project, to be released by Paramount Pictures, is written by Vernon Chatman, with Lamar and pgLang partner Dave Free serving as co-producers alongside Parker and Stone. While much of the plot remains unknown at this time, the live-action comedy will reportedly portray the collision of the past and present when a young Black man, interning at a living history museum, makes a jarring discovery about his white girlfriend's ancestors. 

Pharrell Williams' highly anticipated musical biopic, Golden, has been permanently shelved and will not be released in any form. The film, directed by Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind), featured an all-star cast including Kelvin Harrison Jr., Halle Bailey, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Brian Tyree Henry, Janelle Monáe, Missy Elliott, Quinta Brunson, Anderson .Paak, and Jaboukie Young-White.

Rihanna Navy, get up! The 9x Grammy Award-winning singer and business mogul, Rihanna, makes her return to film this summer. Set to voice Smurfette in the new ‘Smurfs’ movie, she brings life to the coolest smurf in the whole village as they are confronted by a larger-than-life threat to their world.

DeWanda Wise is set to lead Killer Bee, an upcoming action film based on David Crownson’s graphic novel. The project will be produced and co-financed by Tommy Oliver’s Confluential Films, a Black-owned, award-winning production company.

Universal has unveiled the first trailer for Jurassic World: Rebirth, the latest installment in the iconic franchise, set to hit theaters globally on July 2. The film stars Jonathan Bailey, Scarlett Johansson, and Mahershala Ali, promising an action-packed summer blockbuster.

The ‘Final Destination’ franchise keeps fans on edge with its gruesome portrayal of coincidences that spiral into inescapable, blood-soaked disasters. The franchise's latest installment, ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines,’ continues to portray fate’s relentless and unforgiving grip on our everyday lives, offering yet another terrifying chapter where unsuspecting individuals must confront inescapable chains of deadly events. The highly anticipated film features the late Tony Todd returning to the franchise, reprising his role as William Bludworth. Additional star features include Kaitlyn Santa Juana, Richard Harmon, Brec Bassinger, Teo Briones, Owen Patrick Joyner, Rya Kihlstedt, and Anna Lore. 

Young love and coming-of-age stories continue to resonate, drawing us in with their heartfelt exploration of growth, connection, and the evolution of romance over time. Award-winning television producer, screenwriter, and director Mara Brock Akil captures this sentiment in her forthcoming drama series, ‘Forever,’ set to premiere on Netflix. Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr. star in the eponymous series, an adaptation of Judy Blume’s 1975 classic novel. The series takes place in Los Angeles in 2018 and follows the story of two Black teenagers, Keisha Clark (Lovie Simone) and Justin Edwards (Michael Cooper Jr.), in a budding romance as they navigate responsibilities, the pressures of being a teenager, and the fleeting emotions of adolescence. With its heartfelt storytelling and contemporary take on a literary classic, ‘Forever’ promises to deliver a beautiful and relatable exploration of young love, self-discovery, and the complexities of growing up.

Calling all fans of ‘The Old Guard’! The sequel to the highly anticipated movie has a new release date for this summer. ‘The Old Guard 2’ is coming to Netflix July 2, 2025, delivering another thrilling, high-stakes storyline that will keep fans hooked until the very end. In this sequel, Andy (Charlize Theron) and her team of immortal warriors face a relentless new threat to their existence. As they fight to protect their kind, the unexpected return of a long-lost immortal complicates their mission and forces them to confront the past while defending humanity’s future.

The Wayans Brothers are making a triumphant return to the big screen with the highly anticipated reboot of the Scary Movie franchise. Paramount and Miramax have announced that the satirical horror-comedy will hit theaters on June 12, 2026. This marks the first time in 18 years that the iconic siblings have joined forces to write a new original script for the series. Rick Alvarez, a longtime collaborator, is also on board as a writer and producer.

Gina Prince-Bythewood is bringing one of our fiction fan-favorites to life in her film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s debut and New York Times bestselling novel of the same name, Children of Blood and Bone (2018)—the first literary installment of the “Legacy of Orïsha” trilogy. The film, to be released by Paramount Pictures, features a star-studded cast, including Thuso Mbedu, Amandla Stenberg, Damson Idris, and Tosin Cole. The young adult romantic fantasy novel follows Zélie (Mbedu) and her older brother Tzain (Cole) as they team up with Princess Amari (Stenberg) and Prince Inan (Idris), the king’s children, to rebel against his oppressive reign. 

Marvel fans, the time has finally come! Tickets for ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ starring Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, Giancarlo Esposito, and more are on sale now. The long-awaited movie will debut in theaters on February 14, 2025, but super-fans can secure their seats a month in advance. ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ is produced by Kevin Feige and Nate Moore, with Louis D’Esposito and Charles Newirth serving as executive producers, and Julius Onah as director. The film marks Mackie’s eighth feature in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, solidifying his character, Sam Wilson/Falcon, as one of the strongest soldiers and Avengers in the ongoing fight for justice.

Colman Domingo is set to star in Gus Van Sant’s upcoming hostage thriller, Dead Man’s Wire. Known for his dynamic performances, Domingo continues to showcase his versatility by seamlessly transitioning between major projects.

A24 has dropped the chilling first trailer for Opus, a horror film starring Ayo Edebiri and John Malkovich. The movie premieres at the Sundance Film Festival before its nationwide theatrical release on March 14.

Viola Davis is set to take on an electrifying new role in the action thriller G20, premiering globally on Prime Video on April 10. Directed by Patricia Riggen, the film casts Davis as U.S. President Danielle Sutton, a war hero turned political leader, who must outwit attackers targeting the annual G20 summit.

Academy Award winners Spike Lee and Denzel Washington reunite, joined by rappers A$AP Rocky and Ice Spice, for Lee’s forthcoming film, ‘Highest 2 Lowest’. The movie is a reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 crime thriller ‘High and Low,’ which tells the story of an executive at a Yokohama shoe company who is targeted by extortionists after his chauffeur’s son is mistakenly kidnapped and held for ransom. Although Lee has revealed few details about the plot, Washington plays a music mogul with his own label, a reimagined character inspired by Toshiro Mifune’s role as a shoe business executive in the original film. A$AP Rocky has the main role in the film while Ice Spice makes her acting debut with at least one scene with Washington.

Shaquita Smith, best known for her roles in AMC’s Wicked City and BET+’s My Valentine Crush, is set to produce and star in the upcoming indie action-adventure film Voyage of the Forgotten.

The highly anticipated romantic comedy That’s Her, featuring a standout cast led by Kountry Wayne (Time Bandits, Praise This), Coco Jones (Bel-Air), Emmy Raver-Lampman (The Umbrella Academy, Hamilton), and Loretta Devine has officially wrapped production in Atlanta.

The Weeknd, also known as Abel Tesfaye, is making his big-screen debut in Hurry Up Tomorrow. Directed by Trey Edward Shults, the suspense thriller also stars Jenna Ortega and Barry Keoghan. Lionsgate has set its release for May 16, aligning with the launch of The Weeknd’s new album and tour.