Sony Pictures and Martin Lawrence are reportedly gearing up to revive another one of Lawrence’s classic comedies. It has just been announced that a sequel to the 1999 film Blue Streak is in early development. Cole Maliska is currently penning the screenplay, though additional casting or production details have yet to be announced.

The sun don’t shine forever, but as long as Moses is here, he’ll be “Shyne” forever. These words resonate in the new documentary, ‘The Honorable Shyne’ based on the story of the Grammy Award-winning former rap star and current politician, Moses “Shyne” Barrow. This fall, Hulu presents a documentary about one of the most intriguing figures in both Hip Hop and politics. ‘The Honorable Shyne’ is co-executive produced by David Dennis, Jr. and Justin Tinsley, and directed by Marcus A. Clarke. The film details Shyne’s buzzing music career in the late 1990s, his incarceration following charges for a high-profile nightclub shooting in New York City, and his redemptive return home to his native country, Belize, where he pursued a successful career in politics.

The trailer for Keke Palmer and SZA's new R-rated comedy One of Them Days, directed by Lawrence Lamont, has just dropped. The film is set to hit theaters on January 24, 2025.

Idris Elba is committed to boosting Africa’s economy by investing in its film industry. The 52-year-old actor, with roots in Ghana and Sierra Leone, recently shared his vision with BBC, outlining a plan to move to Africa within the next decade to focus on the continent's movie business.

Tubi has announced four new projects through Stubios, a fan-driven studio designed to support aspiring filmmakers. In partnership with Issa Rae’s ColorCreative, the platform also provides mentorship to help these up-and-coming creators bring their ideas to life.

Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat and Robin Roberts’ Rock’n Robin Productions have partnered to executive produce A King Like Me, a documentary that shines a light on the Zulu Krewe, a historic Black cultural organization in New Orleans. This collaboration was announced by Highly Flammable Productions following the film’s premiere at the 35th Annual New Orleans Film Festival, where it served as the opening night feature.

Omar J. Dorsey has signed with Gersh for representation. Dorsey recently co-starred as Ray in HBO Max’s sports comedy series Bookie, created by Chuck Lorre. The second season of the show, featuring Sebastian Maniscalco, is slated for release in December.

Jurassic World fans are in for another thrilling adventure! Universal Pictures will release the newest installment of the Jurassic World franchise, ‘Jurassic World Rebirth,’ in theaters July 2025. Two-time Academy Award winner Mahershala Ali, along with Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey, join the cast for another action-packed expedition among the colossal reptiles. The film is written by David Koepp and directed by award-winning filmmaker Gareth Edwards. ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ is executive produced by Steven Spielberg, Denis L. Stewart, and Jim Spencer, with Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley serving as producers.

Colman Domingo is set to make his feature directorial debut with Scandalous, a Miramax drama that explores the secret love affair between 1950s film star Kim Novak and singer-actor Sammy Davis Jr. Sydney Sweeney will portray Novak, and David Jonsson will play Davis Jr. Filming is expected to begin after Domingo and Sweeney wrap up Season 3 of HBO’s Euphoria.

Marvel Studios' Blade will no longer hit theaters on November 7, 2025. Instead, Disney will release 20th Century Studios’ Predator: Badlands on that date.

Christmas has come early this year! The trailer for Meet Me Next Christmas has arrived, with Falling Inn Love and Resort to Love star Christina Milian at the center of another heartwarming holiday rom-com. Milian also  executive produces the film, which  promises to bring joy to the world, Pentatonix style, this fall.

Academy Award nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor has completed filming Liz Here Now, a new indie drama directed by Sterling Macer Jr. Set in 1967, the film follows Liz Baxter (Ellis-Taylor), a nanny for a white family in Oakland, California, during the rise of the Black Panther Party. When Liz discovers the children she cares for are being mistreated by their mother (played by Twilight's Rachelle Lefevre), her efforts to protect them lead to accusations of involvement in a Black Panther conspiracy.

“Sleepover” – When Dr. Ivy Reed joins Poppa’s family for dinner, she begins scrutinizing Nina and Junior’s relationship for potential catastrophe. Junior spends the night at his dad’s house while Nina and Ivy devise a plan over a bottle of wine, on the CBS Original series POPPA’S HOUSE, Monday, Oct. 28 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+

Michelle Buteau is kicking off the new year with a major milestone—she's set to perform her new special, Michelle Buteau: A Buteau-ful Mind, at the legendary Radio City Music Hall. As the first female comic to record a special at this iconic venue, Buteau continues to break barriers in comedy. She previously earned a Critics Choice Award for Best Comedy Special and also stars in the Netflix series Survival of the Thickest.

Tyler Perry has a proven track record of connecting with audiences through heartfelt, relatable stories. His Why Did I Get Married franchise, which masterfully blends humor, faith, and drama, is one of his most iconic works. So, the question remains: Should Perry create a third sequel titled Why Did I Get Married Again? Absolutely, and here’s why.

Prime Video has announced the voice cast for its upcoming adult-animated anthology series, ‘Secret Level’, and Kevin Hart is a standout among the star-studded lineup. Known for his roles in ‘Jumanji’ and ‘Ride Along’, Hart joins a cast that features big names like Arnold Schwarzenegger (‘The Terminator’) and Keanu Reeves (‘John Wick’). The series, which blends video game worlds with original storytelling, is set to debut on Prime Video.

Jermaine Fowler, RJ Cyler, Nicki Micheaux, Freddie Gibbs, YG, and Flying Lotus are among the cast of Night Patrol, an indie horror film directed and co-written by Ryan Prows. The movie just wrapped principal photography in Los Angeles.

Forgiveness, however, can offer us a transformative path to a kind of freedom that unbinds us from the strongholds of an afflicting past. In the new semi-autobiographical drama ,‘Exhibiting Forgiveness,’ director Titus Kaphar wrestles with the complexity and challenges of forgiveness in his debut film. In the trailer, protagonist Tarrell (André Holland) cares for his family as he works to achieve success as an artistic painter. His path is shaken by a visit from his estranged father, La’Ron (John Earl Jelks), who seeks to reconcile their relationship after overcoming his crack addiction. When Tarrell is confronted by his father, he faces a dilemma: deal with it here or let the unforgiveness follow him home with his family.

AMC has canceled Parish after just one season, following its premiere in March. The crime drama, starring Giancarlo Esposito, was an adaptation of the British series The Driver, but unfortunately, it won't be returning for a second season.

Tika Sumpter, known for her roles in Sonic the Hedgehog and A Madea Christmas, is teaming up with Tyler Perry again for a new romantic comedy for Amazon MGM Studios. In addition to starring, Sumpter co-wrote the script, which explores family dynamics through the lens of two estranged sisters. The film, tentatively titled Unt. Sisters in Italy, is currently in production.