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If you want to feel old, read the following sentence: It’s been 11 years since “Captain America: The Winter Solder” came out. Eleven years ago, Marvel and Disney released a film about Nazis taking over the American government. That story aged unpleasantly well. Now the year is 2025 and Marvel and Disney are making hapless and cheap-looking junk like “Captain America: Brave New World,” a film without a backbone. It’s a shamelessly pointless motion picture, one that stumbles into powerful symbolism but uses those symbols to say as little as possible. In fact, nothing is said. Which sadly says it all.

“Captain America: Brave New World” stars Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, formerly a superhero named Falcon, who took the mantle of Captain America when Steve Rogers retired. Well, technically Sam rejected the mantle at first, but he reclaimed it after the U.S. government handed the job to a blonde...

When it comes to action movie legends, Sylvester Stallone stands in a class of his own. Since his breakthrough role in 1976’s Rocky, he has consistently delivered box office hits that have shaped the landscape of action cinema. With a career spanning over five decades, Stallone has proven himself to be more than just another muscle-bound action hero – he’s a savvy filmmaker who understands what audiences want.

Sylvester Stallone | Credits: Gage Skidmore, Cc By-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

From creating iconic characters like Rocky Balboa and John Rambo to adapting to modern franchise filmmaking, Stallone’s box office success tells the story of Hollywood’s evolution through the decades. Let’s dive into his most financially successful films, ranked by their worldwide box office earnings, and explore what made each one a hit with audiences.

10. Rocky III (1982) – $125 million Sylvester Stallone in Rocky III (1982) | Credits: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, United Artists, MGM/UA Entertainment Co.

Sylvester Stallone has enjoyed a lengthy career in Hollywood with numerous hit films that earned hundreds of millions of dollars at the box office. Stallone got his start in Hollywood at the end of the 1960s, but it was a difficult journey to progress beyond uncredited roles and minor TV appearances until he landed a leading role. In fact, his big break was largely a self-made role, because it came with his own script for a dramatic sports movie titled Rocky.

Today, Rocky is one of the most famous sports movies of all time, with a decades-long franchise and spin-offs that all developed from that original movie. But none of that would have been possible if it wasn't for the enormous and overwhelming success of Rocky that launched Stallone from obscurity to one of the biggest earners in Hollywood. While the movies below are not adjusted for inflation, it does...

Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger haven't made a solid action movie since their prison film Escape Plan - which is over a decade old. For many critics, the first Escape Plan movie arrived far too late. Had Arnie and Stallone made a film together in the 1980s or 1990s, that would have been considered a major event. Instead, their first feature-length collaboration - after Arnold had previously cameoed in two of Stallone's The Expendables films - arrived in 2013. Escape Plan bombed domestically and only received 50% on Rotten Tomatoes, but thanks to overseas audiences, it grossed $137 million.

The film was a decent-sized hit, but nobody considered it a highlight in either Stallone or Schwarzenegger's filmographies. Time has been kind to Escape Plan though, and while it lacks the bombast and bodycount of the films they made during their heydays, it's still a great night's entertainment. Sly and Arnie's careers have since gone in different directions,...

Arnold Schwarzenegger has been in the public eye for decades now. He has seen the heights of success and revolutionized the genre of action, completely immortalizing himself in the world of Hollywood. While this has come with its fair share of perks, it has also made privacy void from his life.

Arnold Schwarzenegger as Terminator | Credit: Orion Pictures

One can imagine that there are many things that the world knows about the actor that he would have rather kept to himself. At the same time, there is one very big aspect of his personal life that one can imagine he wanted to keep private: his love child and affair.

Arnold Schwarzenegger kept his suspicions about his son secret from everyone.

Arnold Schwarzenegger had four children from his marriage with Maria Shriver. However, one does not have to look far to know that the actor has another child, Joseph Baena, who is not Shriver’s kid.

Glen Powell's new erotic thriller has now found a studio following an intense bidding war that went into the seven figures. After smaller roles in projects like The Dark Knight Rises (2012) and The Expendables 3 (2014), Powell has become a major movie star. Due largely to the success of Top Gun: Maverick (2022) in which he plays Hangman, Powell has now headlined movies like Anyone But You (2023), Hit Man (2023), and Twisters (2024), and his time as a leading man in Hollywood is set to continue with a number of exciting projects.

THR now reports that Homewreckers, Powell's next project, has landed at Legendary after an enthusiastic bidding war between studios. In addition to the story for the film itself, the package includes an unpublished three-chapter story from Neil M. Paik. Homewreckers, which is described as an "erotic thriller with a sci-fi twist," is reported to have sold to Legendary for a seven-figure sum,...

Sylvester Stallone's next action movie Alarum can redeem a truly dire run of action movies - with a little help from one of Reacher's biggest breakouts. Most of the big Sylvester Stallone action franchises have ended in recent years, though the star has found new life on TV thanks to Tulsa King. 2024 hasn't been a great year for the screen icon in terms of movies, with Stallone's latest action film Armor receiving 0% on Rotten Tomatoes. Nevertheless, he has more Stv movies coming in 2025, including Never Too Old to Die and the spy action thriller Alarum.

In stark contrast to the chintzy and humorless Armor, Alarum's trailer makes it look like Stallone's most promising action vehicle in years. It casts him in a supporting role as a CIA assassin sent to kill two rogue spies who quit the business and ran off together. Scott Eastwood is Alarum's male lead,...

Many may not recall Sylvester Stallone starring in a Christmas movie, but there is one film under his belt that secretly falls in the genre. Interestingly, however, the Stallone Christmas movie is a far cry from Arnold Schwarzenegger’s well-known feel-good holiday flick, Jingle All the Way. In their long and prosperous careers as actors, both Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone have experimented with different movie genres. While they have mostly played leading roles in action films, they also have other genres like comedy, sci-fi, drama, and thrillers in their portfolios.

The two have even collaborated in several movies, like Escape Plan and The Expendables 3. However, despite being two of the biggest stars of the same era of cinema, Stallone and Schwarzenegger have followed significantly different paths as actors. The variance in their acting journey seems more evident when their Christmas movies are considered. While Stallone's only Christmas movie...

Glen Powell has quickly become one of the most in-demand movie stars working in Hollywood. Though he's been a working actor for many years, a few select projects recently have pushed him to a new level of stardom. After smaller appearances in The Dark Knight Rises (2012), The Expendables 3 (2014), and Hidden Figures (2016), Powell was a clear highlight of 2022's acclaimed Top Gun: Maverick as Hangman, and this paved the way for some exciting leading roles.

2023 was a big year for Powell. He notably appeared opposite Sydney Sweeney in Anyone But You, an R-rated romantic comedy that ended up becoming a surprise box office hit. Following that, he appeared in Hit Man, Netflix's crowd-pleasing rom-com from Richard Linklater. He now has several anticipated projects on the horizon, including Edgar Wright's The Running Man remake, and these titles only became more exciting after Powell lit up the screen earlier this...

Premiere Entertainment Group (Peg) has reported brisk sales at last week’s AFM on the crime thriller Desert Dawn starring Kellan Lutz and Cam Gigandet from Twilight.

Deals have closed in Australia & New Zealand (Rialto), Latin America (A2), Germany (Tiberius), Spain (Flins y Piniculas), France (Program Store), Benelux (Amazon), Eastern Europe (Daro), Russia/Cis (Filmster), Middle East (Eagle Films), Taiwan (Av Jet), and India and airlines (Pictureworks).

Desert Dawn centres on a new small-town sheriff (Lutz) and his resentful deputy (Gigandet) who get entangled in a web of lies and corruption involving shady businessmen and a cartel while investigating the murder of a mysterious woman.

When it comes to action flicks, Jet Li doesn’t pull punches—literally or figuratively. The martial arts legend has one clear reason why Hollywood keeps trading in the real, gritty moves for flashy CGI: not all actors can actually fight. According to Li, authentic martial arts on screen require an actor who can handle real, complex choreography.

Jet Li in The One (2001) | Credits: Hard Eight Pictures

But in a time when special effects can conjure up almost anything, who needs a training montage? CGI might be a shortcut, but it’s missing the spark that only true martial artists bring to the screen.

Jet Li Opens Up About Why Hollywood Shifted from Real Martial Arts to CGI in Action Movies Jackie Chan as Mr. Han in The Karate Kid | Credits: Columbia Pictures

Jet Li didn’t hold back when it came to calling out Hollywood’s shift from real fight scenes to CGI.

Exclusive: Premiere Entertainment Group has licensed rights to action crime-thriller Desert Dawn starring Kellan Lutz and Cam Gigandet to Saban Films for North America and UK.

pic follows a newly appointed small-town sheriff (Lutz) and his begrudging deputy (Gigandet) who get tangled up in a web of lies and corruption involving shady businessmen and the cartel while investigating the murder of a mysterious woman.

Chad Michael Collins, Helena Haro, Texas Battle, Guillermo Iván and Niko Foster round out the key cast.

Marty Murray directed the film from an original screenplay by Chad Law and Johnny Walters. The film is produced by Elias Axume for Premiere Entertainment and Al Bravo for Al Bravo Films alongside HemDee Kiwanuka.

Desert Dawn reunites Lutz and Gigandet for the first time since the Twilight franchise. Lutz has gone on to star in films such as The Legend of Hercules, The Expendables 3, and Immortals. Gigandet...

What to Watch on Netflix This Weekend? The Best New Releases to Binge-Watch (November 1-3) - Main Image

Stuck in a binge-watching slump? Netflix has upcoming new theatrical releases coming this weekend. Here's a list of what to watch on Netflix from November 1 to 3.

From Zachary Levi's Harold and the Purple Crayon to classic Christmas romcoms, check out what's in store for the week!

5 Movies Netflix Released For Your Weekend BingeTime Cut (2024)Martha (2024)Harold and the Purple Crayon (2024)Let Go (2024)

Netflix recently aired the documentary of one of America's most iconic self-made billionaires, Martha Stewart in October.

Right up that alley is the new international drama, Let Go, where estranged family ties attempt to rekindle their once-broken connection.

But if you're leaning more into fictional tales, Time Cut follows a teenager who gets to stop her sister from getting murdered in the future.

Meanwhile, Zachary Levi's latest release, Harold and the Purple Crayon...

Wesley Snipes, the actor perhaps most widely known for starring as vampire hunter Blade, is ready to unsheath a new chapter in his Hollywood career, signing with Independent Artist Group for representation.

The actor and martial artist, who reprised his Blade role to the delight of fans in this summer’s $1.3 billion-grossing Deadpool & Wolverine, has an acting career that spans over three decades and reaches across genres. The actor gained notices for his 1990s work in dramas such as Jungle Fever, his influential crime movie New Jack City, comedic fare such as To Wong Fu, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, and action flicks Demolition Man and Passenger 57.

Blade seemed like an innocuous action thriller when it was released in 1998 but the movie, exuding tough attitude and replete with one-liners, launched a trilogy that has gained in stature and influence since the final installment came out in 2004. When Snipes...

Exclusive: Scott Derrickson and C. Robert Cargill’s production company Crooked Highway has hired Vince Cheng as President of Production and Adriana Fernandez as Director of Development, Deadline has learned.

Cheng will oversee all aspects of film and TV development and production, while Fernandez will be responsible for guiding all stages of film and TV development and production.

Previously, Cheng was a producer for PlayStation Productions, adapting PlayStation’s 1st Party video games into films and television shows. Highlights include the award-winning series The Last of Us, Twisted Metal series, Uncharted and Gran Turismo. Prior to that, he was a development executive at Millennium Media, where he was working on blockbuster action films such as Expendables 3, The Hitman’s Bodyguard, London Has Fallen, Rambo: Last Blood and the Hellboy reboot.

Fernandez previously worked as film exec at J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions. During her tenure, she worked on a...

Matt Damon redefined the action genre for the better part of a decade when he starred as Jason Bourne in the Bourne film franchise. The actor played the amnesiac spy in the first three films of the franchise and then returned for the fifth one, replacing Jeremy Renner. Damon’s first three films had collectively earned more than $945 million worldwide.

Apart from giving the world the annoying shaky cam-quick cut action trope, Damon’s films reportedly inspired action star Sylvester Stallone to take a major decision. The actor/filmmaker reportedly changed the rating of The Expendables 3 to PG-13 as he wanted to reach a larger audience like the Bourne films.

Sylvester Stallone Was Inspired By Matt Damon’s Bourne Films Matt Damon in The Bourne Ultimatum | Credits: Universal Pictures

Matt Damon’s Bourne franchise introduced the world to the shaky-cam action choreography trope that many films still use. Starting with The Bourne Identity,...

Sylvester Stallone’s Expendables franchise was initially rated R, much like many Stallone action films were in the past. Expendables 2 also maintained the same rating from the first. However, when Expendables 3 came along, Stallone felt it was time for a change.

Why ‘Expendables 3’ ended up being rated PG-13 Sylvester Stallone | Charley Gallay/Getty Images

Stallone sought to bring together a mixture of classic and contemporary action stars with his Expendables franchise. As such, the movie would feature actors like Dolph Lundgren, Jason Statham, Wesley Snipes, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and other actors known for their physicality. In keeping line with 80s action movies, the first two Expendables movies were rated R. Although both films performed decently enough at the box office, Stallone decided to go PG-13 for Expendables 3.

A lot of factors went into his decision. Stallone saw how some of the more modern action movies were able to...

The Frasier reboot's cast of characters might differ from that of the original 11-season series, but Kelsey Grammer's beloved title character remains very much the same. Picking up almost 20 years after Frasier Crane moved from Seattle to Chicago in the Frasier series finale, the reboot sees its titular psychiatrist settling down in Boston, where he lived during the Cheers timeline, to reconnect with his estranged son Frederick "Freddy" Crane (Jack Cutmore-Scott). Even though the revival still orbits Dr. Crane, many original characters don't return for the Frasier reboot for one reason or another.

Sadly, Frasier's father, Martin (the late John Mahoney), passes away before the former radio host heads to Boston. Meanwhile, celebrated actors like David Hyde Pierce and Jane Leeves didn't show any interest in returning to their career-defining sitcom roles. While these actors and their characters are sorely missed, it frees up the Frasier reboot's formula a bit.

Glen Powell's rise to stardom has been a long and steady journey, filled with hard work, determination, and a diverse range of roles that have slowly but surely earned him the spotlight he now commands. With standout roles in films like 2022’s ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ and ‘Devotion’, Powell has proven his versatility, seamlessly transitioning between charismatic heartthrob and emotionally complex characters. Despite a long career in supporting roles and smaller projects, his performances are now gaining critical acclaim and widespread attention. Powell's career has been years in the making and his recent successes highlight not just his talent, but his ability to captivate audiences, positioning him as one of the most promising leading men in the industry today. Things to do: Subscribe to The Hollywood Insider’s YouTube Channel, by clicking here. Limited Time Offer – Free Subscription to The Hollywood Insider Click here to read more on The Hollywood Insider’s vision,...

Netflix has an ever-changing content library, meaning that while some great new titles arrive, some key shows and movies are leaving in October 2024. Since its inception, Netflix has positioned itself as the preeminent streaming service, and they were one of the first to delve into the world of original content, including the arrival of hit films like Rebel Ridge and the popular series The Perfect Couple last month. However, the streamer also has a great reputation for hosting other content, and they are a one-stop-shop for everything from classic series to some of Hollywood's biggest films.

Netflix alters its lineup every month, and many shows and movies on Netflix have a limited time on the platform. September 2024 saw the platform losing some high-profile titles, including the complete series of How to Get Away with Murder, the horror-comedy Bodies Bodies Bodies, and the original Beverly Hills Cop. October 2024 will mark the...

Netflix is removing 34 movies and TV shows from the streaming service in October 2024, and we have the full list of titles that are set to expire.

Unfortunately, this is a monthly occurrence for the streamer, and there’s always a few fan faves included. Often, it’s due to licensing deals expiring and sometimes, titles will often end up popping up on other streamers.

There are some horror films being removed, so if you’re in the Halloween spirit, you might want to watch some of the Chucky franchise titles before they’re taken away! Other notable titles leaving include Save the Last Dance, the Magic Mike films, Jack Reacher films, Crazy Rich Asians, and more.

Head inside to see the full list of titles being removed from Netflix this October…

Movies & TV Shows Leaving Netflix in October 2024:

Leaving 10/2/24

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Leaving 10/5/24

Crazy Rich Asians

Leaving...

September has been a big month for Terry Crews, who this year marks 25 years in Hollywood, having gotten his start on the American Gladiators-style competition show Battle Dome in 1999. The role of T-Money perfectly aligned with the America’s Got Talent (AGT) host’s dream of one day being an action movie star, a goal which was once again realized with his part in longtime friend Dave Bautista’s action-comedy The Killer’s Game.

Crews stars as assassin Creighton Lovedahl in the J.J. Perry-directed film that released on Sept. 13 — Crews and Perry previously worked together on 2014’s The Expendables 3. Based on the 1997 novel of the same name by Jay Bonansinga, The Killer’s Game centers on a veteran assassin (Bautista) trying to outlive a hit he put out on himself after learning he incorrectly received a terminal diagnosis. The movie also stars Sofia Boutella and Ben Kingsley, actors of whom...

Harrison Ford's role in the Expendables franchise may just seem like a cool chance to team up with the rest of the action hero elite, but a story dating back almost half a decade actually strengthens a pre-existing attachment to Sylvester Stallone. While The Expendables 3 - the installment in which the Star Wars actor appeared - doesn't quite make the list of Harrison Ford's greatest action movies, it's still a thrilling adventure with a star-studded cast. Despite the presence of many other big stars in the production, Ford's collaboration with Stallone stands out for one awesome reason.

As one of the few actors who have appeared in all four Expendables movies, Stallone is a core franchise member. While the actor is stepping aside for the upcoming installment, he's still been as influential on the film series as he has been outside of it. While not all the...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is known for its masterful storytelling and unexpected twists, leaving fans eagerly speculating about upcoming storylines. With Phase 6 on the horizon, enthusiasts are abuzz with theories, particularly surrounding the return of beloved characters.

One such character, whose comeback thrilled X-Men fans, is Kelsey Grammer’s iconic Dr. Hank McCoy aka Beast. The actor appeared in the post-credits scene of the 2023 film The Marvels, and ever since fans have been speculating about his return to the MCU. Even Grammer hinted at the possibility of his future involvement, and according to a potential story arc, it might involve Captain Marvel.

The Mentorship Matrix: The Beast’s Future in the MCU

Kelsey Grammer first portrayed Dr. Hank McCoy in the 2006 film, X-Men: The Last Stand. His surprise appearance in The Marvels‘ post-credits scene sent shockwaves through the fandom who didn’t expect his return.

Kelsey Grammer in...

We're midway through September, and Netflix has been releasing tons of great content on its platform. I don't know if you've looked at the streamer's top 10 movie list lately, but there are currently three action movies ranking on the list that are definitely a must-watch. They were all released on Netflix this month. And what's even better is that there will be a couple more action flicks the streamer will be releasing soon.

Are you curious about what those movies are? No worries! Below, we shared a list of some of the best action movies on Netflix in September.

Rebel Ridge (2024)

Cast: Aaron Pierre, Don Johnson, AnnaSophia Robb, David Denman, Emory Cohen, Steve Zissis, Zsané Jhé, Dana Lee, James Cromwell

As of Sept. 11, Rebel Ridge is sitting at the No. 1 spot on Netflix's top 10 movie list, meaning tons of people are watching the new action-thriller. It was released on the streaming platform on Sept.

The Hollywood Reporter has revealed that the sci-fi action thriller War Machine, which will be helmed by Patrick Hughes, known for The Expendables III, The Hitman’s Bodyguard and The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard, has now added more cast members to the film. Alan Ritchson, of the hit Prime Video series Reacher, has signed on to lead the film. The logline reads: “In the final 24 Hours of the world’s toughest selection process, a team of Army Rangers encounter a threat beyond their imagination.“

THR reports that Dennis Quaid, Stephan James, Esai Morales and Jai Courtney are all set to co-star in War Machine alongside Ritchson. Additionally, it is also being reported that singer-turned-actor Blake Richardson, Keiynan Lonsdale (The Flash), and Daniel Webber (The Dirt) have rounded out the cast of the film. The sci-fi actioner is set to stream on Netflix. It’s been scheduled to shoot in Australia this week.

The Expendables reveals a harsh reality about legendary actors Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger. The two historic leading men are known for starring in some of the greatest movies of all time and are key figures in the modern makeup of the action genre at large. Stallone of course rose to superstardom by defeating all the odds with the ultimate underdog story Rocky, which has since become one of the most profitable sports movie franchises to ever exist. Schwarzenegger is also an icon in his own right, playing many legendary characters of cinematic history in films like The Terminator, Predator, Total Recall, and Conan the Barbarian.

Despite these two larger-than-life movie stars rising to prominence in Hollywood at around the same time, there has been very little overlap in their cinematic careers. Their very first feature film collaboration didn't happen until 2010's The Expendables and continued in two of its three subsequent sequels,...

The film industry is a mine when it comes to talent, but only once in a while do we come come across a rare jewel like no other. And Glen Powell certainly is what we can herald thus and a true ‘Diamond of the season’ so far. A pure definition of how Hollywood’s leading men are supposed to be, Powell’s meteoric rise to fame and success is due to the perfect blend of his classic Hollywood charm-laced personality and stunning visuals.

Glen Powell recently starred in Twisters | Credits: Universal Pictures

However, Powell doesn’t want only his charm or good looks to be the defining factor of his career. Much like his charming and alluring predecessors, the actor wants quality to be the reason why fans watch his projects, a feat that is as rare as the ‘actor’ himself.

Glen Powell is Hollywood’s Next Big Thing For...

Glen Powell is now at the peak of his career following the success of his projects such as Top Gun: Maverick, Anyone But You, and Twisters. It’s safe to say that he’s now one of the most in-demand leading men in Hollywood and his career will even shine brighter in the next few years.

Credits: Glen Powell in Top Gun: Maverick / Paramount Pictures

It wasn’t as glamorous as it looks like today when he was only starting to get a footing in the show business. The actor faced rejection and even got humiliated for being his own self, thus forcing him to hide one thing about his background.

Sylvester Stallone Helped Glen Powell Launch His Career With One Solid Advice

Glen Powell’s career immediately soared as evident in his collaborations with some of the biggest stars in Hollywood. Anyone who gets to work with the likes...

Any actor starting out in the film industry goes through harsh times before crossing over to the other side. But not all actors get to go to the other side, only the boldest of bold go on to accomplish such a feat. For instance, it wasn’t until Sylvester Stallone boldly wrote his own film, Rocky, that he ascended to Hollywood legend status. And so it was for Glen Powell.

Glen Powell [in Hit Man | Credit: Netflix]Now the very definition of the classic Hollywood lead guy, when Powell first entered the world of showbiz, he faced an identity crisis, just like any other beginner. But his one bold move ended up winning the heart of Stallone, who landed him a crucial role in his $214 million movie, in the act helping him embrace his true self and giving his career a kickstart.

When Glen Powell’s Bold Move Helped Him Land a Crucial Sylvester...

Spoiler Alert !!!Spoilers for On The Line

Veteran actor Mel Gibson has been in the industry for almost five decades. He has dabbled in various genres and has also gone behind the camera and directed some truly epic films. From biblical epics such as The Passion of the Christ to war dramas like Hacksaw Ridge, the filmmaker/actor has done it all.

However, he may have lost a considerable fanbase after his recent action film On The Line. The action thriller found a new lease of life after coming on Netflix and has been annoying audiences ever since. The film’s B-movie treatment and the ridiculous multiple twist-endings have fans outraging on the Internet.

Mel Gibson’s On The Line P*sses Off Fans A still from The Expendables 3 | Credits: Lionsgate

Mel Gibson has been a controversial filmmaker and actor. While his multiple legal troubles and controversial films have been at the forefront,...

Ronda Rousey has apologized for her 2013 tweet about the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.

The former Mma fighter shared a statement on social media, expressing her regret over sharing a conspiracy theory video that suggested that the shooting had been staged. “I can’t say how many times I’ve redrafted this apology over the last 11 years,” she wrote. “How many times I’ve convinced myself it wasn’t the right time or that I’d be causing even more damage by giving it.

“But 11 years ago I made the single most regrettable decision of my life,” Rousey continued. “I watched a Sandy Hook conspiracy video and reposted it on Twitter. I didn’t even believe it, but was so horrified at the truth that I was grasping for an alternative fiction to cling to instead.”

Rousey mentioned that she “quickly realized” her mistake and took the tweet down, so...

Former UFC fighter and actor Ronda Rousey issued an apology on social media for an incident that took place 11 years ago in which she shared a conspiracy theory video about the Sandy Hook shooting. While Rousey deleted the video post at the time and told her followers that “she never meant to insult or hurt anyone,” she now published a lengthy apology statement on social media in which she admitted that she deserved to be hated and “should’ve been canceled.”

“I can’t say how many times I’ve redrafted this apology over the last 11 years,” Rousey wrote. “How many times I’ve convinced myself it wasn’t the right time or that I’d be causing even more damage by giving it. But 11 years ago I made the single most regrettable decision of my life. I watched a Sandy Hook conspiracy video and reposted it on Twitter. I didn’t even believe it,...

The Expendables franchise started strong with Sylvester Stallone but declined in quality over time. The critical failure of The Expendables 3 set the stage for Expend4bles' bad reviews. Jason Statham did his best in Expend4bles, showcasing his acting skills despite the movie's flaws.

In 2014, Sylvester Stallone handed off The Expendables franchise to his replacement, but the new lead was pretty much doomed from the start. The Expendables franchise started off strong when it first premiered in 2010. The action franchise, helmed by legend Sylvester Stallone, stood out among other movies in the genre due to its star-studded cast and edgy R-rated content. However, barring a slight improvement with The Expendables 2, every new The Expendables movie has seen a decrease in quality and reception. The most recent film, Expend4bles, had the worst response yet with $51 million at the box office and 13% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Expend4bles came nearly 10 years after the latest entry in the franchise,...

Captain Marvel has always been an iconic and inspirational character, long before Brie Larson assumed her identity. Being one of the most powerful characters in the comics, there are several reasons why fans adore her. Although Larson does an excellent job of portraying her, several other actors were brought into the conversation before her casting was announced.

Brie Larson in The Marvels | Marvel Studios

While many actresses like Margot Robbie, Emily Blunt, Katheryn Winnick, and even Emma Stone were thought perfect for the role, there was another actress who was dominating the discussion. She happened to be the Olympic bronze medal winner; Ronda Rousey.

There Was Someone More Qualified Than Brie Larson?

The role of Captain Marvel is one that requires quite a lot of physical strength. Even though she has powers on a cosmic level, having the energy of an entire star in her, Carol Danvers likes to get...

Glen Powell's rise to A-list status from supporting roles makes him a potential leading man for Top Gun 3. Powell's popularity could overshadow Miles Teller's Rooster, causing a dilemma for the franchise. Top Gun 3 may need to balance the roles of Maverick, Rooster, and Hangman to continue the story effectively.

Although 2024 has been an incredible year for Glen Powell, this could ironically prove a problem for Top Gun 3. Glen Powell has been around a lot longer than cinemagoers might think. The actors earliest roles date back to hit parts in Spy Kids 3D: Game Over and Fast Food Nation between 2003 and 2006. Powell later rose to stardom with supporting roles in The Expendables 3 and Ride Along 2 alongside a scene-stealing turn in TVs Scream Queens. However, it was 2022s Top Gun sequel Top Gun: Maverick that introduced him to the A-list.

Although Powell lost out...

Powell's trend of remakes and sequels to '80s/'90s films continues in Backdraft. Powell risks being typecast as just an action star if he continues with nostalgic projects. Hopefully, Powell will make more original films to showcase his talent beyond action roles.

High-octane, nostalgia-driven movies have fueled Glen Powell's seemingly meteoric rise, but his new remake plan continues a potentially dangerous trend for the actor. It was recently announced that Powell would star in a remake of Backdraft, the 1991 thriller starring Kurt Russell. While the project promises to bring attention back to a somewhat forgotten thriller, the movie also means that Glen Powell is continuing to pursue a particular type of movie role something I'd like to see him move away from.

Glen Powell is the embodiment of an '80s or '90s leading man. His Texas swagger resembles Hollywood actors from years past, so...

Action legend Arnold Schwarzenegger is not merely an actor. He is a hunk of a man, a bodybuilder and a fitness freak who has become a huge deal among fitness enthusiasts everywhere. A former Mr. Universe and an 8-time Mr. Olympia winner, there are arguably no Hollywood superstars as intimidating as Schwarzenegger, when it comes to physical prowess.

Arnold Schwarzenegger as Terminator in the film series The Terminator | Carolco Pictures

However, when it comes to celebrities in general, there are some major figures from sports’ histories that can even make the Terminator actor feel like, well, Danny Devito.

That is exactly what happened when Schwarzenegger ended up meeting the likes of Andre the Giant and Wilt Chamberlain.

Arnold Schwarzenegger might be a Hollywood hunk, but he did not look like one here

Arnold Schwarzenegger in The Expendables 3 (2014) | Lionsgate

A bunch of photos from Schwarzenegger’s meeting with Andre the...

The enemy of your enemy may be your friend, but even your enemy can turn into your best buddy. From the most cutthroat rivals to greatest pals, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone are arguably one of Hollywood’s most epic duos.

Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger in Escape Plan (2013) | Lionsgate

While the action icons started off on the wrong foot, their volatile feud ultimately swelled into a heartwarming friendship over the years.

Sylvester Stallone Couldn’t Handle Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Lulu…Uh What?

It’s not what you think it is (or what it sounds like) promise.

Two of the industry’s most predominant actors, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone – who used to be out for each other’s proverbial blood – have come to forge a heartfelt bond full of inside jokes and playful jabs. So, when Stallone threatened to abduct his nemesis-turned-mate’s Lulu, Schwarzenegger quite proudly claimed that...

The Expendables 4 disappointed VFX artists with its poor effects, as it failed to make anything look especially believable. The Corridor Crew reflected that there was a "lack of care" put into the blockbuster movie's effects. A lack of budget for VFX and abrupt changes from practical to green screen effects contributed to the movie's failure.

While it was meant to be a hard-hitting action flick, The Expendables 4 disappointed a team of skilled VFX artists. As the first movie in the Expendables franchise since The Expendables 3 was released in 2014, it was meant to revitalize the franchise. Jason Statham took the lead for the first time, with Sylvester Stallone rejoining the movies after seemingly quitting. Despite Statham's hopes, the movie was a box office disappointment, earning just $51.1 million, thanks in part to releasing during the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes.

It earned little attention at the box office, but VFX...

Reminiscent of the outsized Chinese box office success once enjoyed by a certain genre of Hollywood movie – think “Expendables 3,” Pacific Rim” and “Transformers: Age of Extinction” – some Japanese anime films are now earning more in China than they are in their native Japan.

Last year, “Suzume” (pictured above) earned $117 million in China, coming in ahead of the film’s $104 million total in Japan.

And this year, Oscar winner “The Boy and the Heron,” despite its late release in China, enjoyed Middle Kingdom gross revenues of $109 million, dwarfing that of Japan, where the film was received more tepidly and earned only $57 million.

The scale of the China theatrical market has occasionally thrown up other examples of outsized success — in 2016, “Dangal” earned $190 million in China, compared with its already huge $77 million in India; the same year “Bad Genius” earned $41 million in China, compared with its $3.3 million in its native Thailand; Luc Besson...

Actor Glen Powell was propelled to new heights of stardom when he starred as Hangman in Top Gun: Maverick. The Tom Cruise-starrer was the highest-grossing film of 2022 and was even nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. Powell’s role as an arrogant yet principled Navy pilot received positive responses from fans and critics alike.

Though Powell portrayed Hangman to perfection, that was not the first role he auditioned for. The actor reportedly first hoped to star as Rooster, the role that eventually went to Miles Teller. However, after being rejected from the role and not being impressed with Hangman on the page, Powell was convinced by Cruise to take the character.

Glen Powell Was Initially Rejected From Top Gun: Maverick Glen Powell in Top Gun: Maverick | Credits: Paramount Pictures/Skydance/Tc Productions/New Republic Pictures/Don Simpson/Jerry Bruckheimer Films

Glen Powell began his career as a child...

Glen Powell could be the perfect Batman in the DC Universe, fitting the father-son story with Damian Wayne. Powell's potential portrayal of Batman would capture both Bruce Wayne's playboy persona and his intense action hero side. The new Batman movie, The Brave and the Bold, will reboot the character with a focus on Damian Wayne and explore Bruce's relationship with his son.

Glen Powell becomes the new Batman of James Gunn's DC Universe in stunning art. Powell is one of Hollywood's rising stars, which has led the actor to become a popular candidate among fans for major superhero roles. Recently, Powell revealed the one DC hero he would consider playing Batman despite not having much interest in joining the MCU or playing other heroes.

On Instagram, artist @clements.ink made Powell's DC dreams come true, imagining what the actor would look like as the Dcu's Batman.

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The upcoming live-action Masters of the Universe movie has been in development hell since 2007. Over the years, many directors, writers, producers, and stars have been attached to the project. Four major stars have circled playing He-Man, ranging from Kellan Lutz to Nicholas Galitzine.

The upcoming Masters of the Universe has seen multiple actors approached to play He-Man before exiting the project. The franchise, which features other iconic characters including She-Ra and King Randor, takes place in a sci-fi-fantasy world known as Eternia, which debuted in a line of Mattel figures with accompanying comics before being adapted into a popular animated show. He-Man, the mantle taken on by Prince Adam, is a character with superstrength (among many other heightened powers) who defends Castle Grayskull from his arch-enemy, Skeletor.

Although the franchise has taken on many forms since debuting in the 1970s, the upcoming live-action Masters of the Universe movie has been...

Both Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tom Cruise have become legendary figures in Hollywood with their significant contributions and remarkable performances. While both Hollywood stars have established themselves as unstoppable forces in the world of cinema, actress Monica Barbaro, who had the privilege to work with both, has noted their vastly different approaches to their craft.

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tom Cruise | Credit: @schwarzenegger via Instagram

The Contrasting Dynamics Between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tom Cruise

Monica Barbaro has worked closely with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tom Cruise in Fubar and Top Gun: Maverick, respectively, which allowed her to note the contrasting dynamics between the two action stars. “It’s funny, they could not be more opposite,” she told Variety.

Top Gun: Maverick | Credit: Paramount Pictures

As per Barbaro, the Oblivion star, who is known to be a perfectionist, likes to be significantly involved in the production as he frequently asks questions and actively works on his scenes.

Glen Powell is now basking in his fame and glory after starring in top-grossing films like Top Gun: Maverick and the sleeper hit romantic comedy Anyone But You, but a few years ago, he was basically unknown.

Glen Powell in Top Gun: Maverick / Paramount Pictures

The actor has worked with action legends Sylvester Stallone and Jason Statham, but he only had a minor role that most fans would have forgotten. In one of the events he attended, the actor even got into a disaster after a bouncer failed to recognize him.

Glen Powell Was Kicked Out Of The Expendables 3 Party

During his interview with The Hollywood Reporter, actor Glen Powell revealed he went to a party for The Expendables 3, and he was the unknown actor who got into trouble for supposedly sneaking in.

I did this movie Expendables 3 – it’s like Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Antonio Banderas,...

Glen Powell is an iconic actor known for portraying the role of Lt. Jake ‘Hangman’ Seresin alongside Tom Cruise in the 2022 film Top Gun: Maverick. The actor recently talked about Harrison Ford, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Antonio Banderas, the likes of whom once gave him the same advice back in the early 2010s!

Glen Powell as Hangman in Top Gun: Maverick | Paramount Pictures

Starring alongside Tom Cruise and finding worldwide fame and love, the actor has appeared in countless unforgettable roles, including one in the 2014 film The Expendables 3. That’s when the three veteran actors gave Powell the same advice.

Glen Powell Was Advised The Same Thing By 3 Veteran Actors!

Born in 1988, Glen Powell spent his childhood watching veteran actors like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Antonio Banderas, and Harrison Ford wreak havoc on the television and theater screens. Being obsessed with the early 80s and 90s heroes, Powell got the opportunity to...

Bad Boys: Ride or Die is rated R, continuing a tradition established by Michael Bay's original 1995 movie. R-rated humor and violence has been crucial to the Bad Boys franchise's success. A PG-13 rating likely would have alienated the franchise's core audience.

Bad Boys: Ride or Die's age rating is in, and it continues a longstanding franchise tradition. After the success of 2020's Bad Boys For Life, directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah return to helm the upcoming sequel, which continues the story of Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence). Bad Boys: Ride or Die's story follows Mike and Marcus as they attempt to clear their own names and restore the legacy of their late captain, with trailers promising lots of hard-hitting action.

FilmRatings.com now reveals that the MPA has given Bad Boys: Ride or Die an R rating for "strong violence, language throughout and some sexual references.

Glen Powell arrives at lunch through a back door toting a container of bone broth he isn’t eager to look at, much less consume. He’s more a “chicken-fried-steak-in-Austin kind of a guy,” he insists, but he’s signed on to star in an A24 revenge thriller and he’s supposed to drop 15 pounds in a matter of weeks. It means he won’t be ordering the midday margarita that Ron Perlman is nursing at the next table. Reluctantly, Powell requests a green juice.

“I’ve almost given up on this diet, like, three times,” he says, flashing a familiar smile. “I’m like, ‘Can’t we just change the character?’ “

Glen Powell was photographed March 26 at the Harvard House Motel in Los Angeles.

But Powell’s not one to give up on anything, so he hands over the broth. The restaurant’s going to store it for him,...

Exclusive: Level 33 Entertainment has acquired distribution rights for the United States and Canada to Ernest Hemingway adaptation, Across The River And Into The Trees, starring Liev Schreiber (Spotlight), Matilda De Angelis (The Undoing), Josh Hutcherson (The Hunger Games) and Danny Huston (Yellowstone).

The film, based on one of the last full-length novels published by Hemingway, is directed by Paula Ortiz (The Bride) and adapted for the screen by BAFTA Award winner Peter Flannery (The Devil’s Mistress). Producers include Robert MacLean (Man With A Gun), Kristin Roegner (The Expendables 3), and Michael Paletta (Above The Best).

Across The River And Into The Trees follows Richard Cantwell (Schreiber), an American Army Colonel in post-wwii Italy. Haunted by the war, Cantwell is a bona fide hero who faces news of his illness with stoic disregard. Determined to spend a weekend in quiet solitude, he commandeers a military driver (Hutcherson) to facilitate a...