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The Franchise follows the crew of an unloved franchise movie fighting for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe. The comedy series shines a light on the secret chaos inside the world of superhero moviemaking, to ask the question — how exactly does the cinematic sausage get made? Because every f*ck-up has an origin story. 

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Interview: Heather Headley Looks Back on 30 Years of THE LION KING Photo Interview: Heather Headley Looks Back on 30 Years of THE LION KING
by Josh Sharpe - February 12, 2025

BroadwayWorld sat down with Heather Headley to discuss the new Lion King concert on Disney+, the ongoing Broadway production, and the legacy of the franchise....


Exclusive: Inside the New Songs of MOANA 2 with Abigail Barlow & Emily Bear Photo Exclusive: Inside the New Songs of MOANA 2 with Abigail Barlow & Emily Bear
by Josh Sharpe - November 27, 2024

BroadwayWorld sat down with songwriting team Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear to discuss their new songs for Moana 2, which is now in theaters. The duo shares insights into their creative process and previews two new songs from the film....


FREAKY FRIDAY 2 Begins Filming With Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis Photo FREAKY FRIDAY 2 Begins Filming With Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis
by Josh Sharpe - June 24, 2024

Freaky Friday 2, the previously announced sequel to the 2003 Disney remake, has officially begun production. Disney shared the news alongside a photo of Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis on set, who are reprising their roles as Anna and Tess Coleman....


Jennifer Lee Returning to FROZEN 3 and 4 Photo Jennifer Lee Returning to FROZEN 3 and 4
by Josh Sharpe - September 19, 2024

Lee has stepped down as Walt Disney Animation Studios Chief Creative to focus her attention to the franchise that she helped create. Lee will write and direct Frozen 3 as well as write Frozen 4 with Marc Smith....


BLIPPI: THE WONDERFUL WORLD TOUR Returns to London in July Photo BLIPPI: THE WONDERFUL WORLD TOUR Returns to London in July
by Stephi Wild - May 02, 2024

Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour sees the return of the energetic and educational adventures of global sensation Blippi to the West End this summer. ...


Jordan E. Cooper Joins Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY 2 Photo Jordan E. Cooper Joins Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY 2
by Josh Sharpe - August 01, 2024

Tony Award-nominated playwright Jordan E. Cooper has joined the cast of Disney's upcoming Freaky Friday 2, starring Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis. He will be playing the character of 'Jett' in the movie, but specific details about his role have not been disclosed....


TROLLS BAND TOGETHER to Stream on Peacock: How to Watch at Home Photo TROLLS BAND TOGETHER to Stream on Peacock: How to Watch at Home
by Michael Major - February 15, 2024

TROLLS BAND TOGETHER includes Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Camila Cabello, Eric André, Amy Schumer, Andrew Rannells, Troye Sivan, Daveed Diggs, Kid Cudi, Zosia Mamet, Zooey Deschanel, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, RuPaul Charles, Aino Jawo, Caroline Hjelt, Kenan Thompson, Anderson .Paak, Kunal Nayy...


WICKED Star Jonathan Bailey Circling JURASSIC WORLD Photo WICKED Star Jonathan Bailey Circling JURASSIC WORLD
by Josh Sharpe - April 16, 2024

Jonathan Bailey, who will be playing the character of Fiyero in the two-part film adaptation of Wicked, may have found his next big project. According to reports, the actor is in talks to star in the next installment of the Jurassic World series. He would join Scarlett Johannson in the film, which w...


Josh Gad and Jason Sudeikis to Return for THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE 3 Photo Josh Gad and Jason Sudeikis to Return for THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE 3
by Josh Sharpe - June 06, 2024

The third installment in the franchise will follow the continuing adventures of Red and Chuck, voiced once again by Jason Sudeikis and Josh Gad. More casting news will be coming soon. The Angry Birds Movie 3 will be directed by John Rice with a screenplay written by Thurop Van Orman....


James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group Photo James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 22, 2023

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Group has announced the upcoming appointment of ex-Harry Potter Chief Creative Officer, James McKnight, as its new Chief Executive Officer....


Peacock to Stream DESPICABLE ME 4 on Halloween Day Photo Peacock to Stream DESPICABLE ME 4 on Halloween Day
by Josh Sharpe - October 01, 2024

Prepare for a Peacock Halloween alongside Gru and the Minions with Illumination's DESPICABLE ME 4 streaming exclusively on Peacock beginning October 31....


MONSTER HIGH THE MOVIE Soundtrack Available For Vinyl Pre-Order Photo MONSTER HIGH THE MOVIE Soundtrack Available For Vinyl Pre-Order
by Michael Major - July 07, 2023

Mattel, alongside Warner Music Group’s Arts Music Division announced the vinyl soundtrack for Monster High The Movie, the highly successful live-action movie musical based on the iconic franchise about the children of famous monsters and creatures, available now for pre-order....


DEMON SLAYER: Kimetsu no Yaiba In Concert is Coming to S.F.'s Golden Gate Theatre Thi Photo DEMON SLAYER: Kimetsu no Yaiba In Concert is Coming to S.F.'s Golden Gate Theatre This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024

A groundbreaking live concert series based on one of the most popular anime and Japanese manga franchises ever will debut at BroadwaySF’s Golden Gate Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets....


Exclusive: Inside the New Songs of MOANA 2 with Abigail Barlow & Emily Bear Photo Exclusive: Inside the New Songs of MOANA 2 with Abigail Barlow & Emily Bear
by Josh Sharpe - November 27, 2024

BroadwayWorld sat down with songwriting team Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear to discuss their new songs for Moana 2, which is now in theaters. The duo shares insights into their creative process and previews two new songs from the film....


Netflix Greenlights Two Projects With MLB Feat The Boston Red Sox Photo Netflix Greenlights Two Projects With MLB Feat The Boston Red Sox
by Michael Major - February 07, 2024

For the first time, Netflix will follow an MLB team over the course of a full season. This docuseries will feature one of sports' most historic teams, the Boston Red Sox, and provide viewers a window into what it takes to compete across a season's ups and downs in one of the most rabid sports enviro...


Spotlight: A CONVERSATION WITH HAYDEN PANETTIERE at Keswick Theatre Photo Spotlight: A CONVERSATION WITH HAYDEN PANETTIERE at Keswick Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - January 31, 2024

A Conversation with Hayden Panettiere at Keswick Theatre...


BRIDGET JONES Sequel Greenlit; Renée Zellweger, Hugh Grant and Emma Thompson Star Photo BRIDGET JONES Sequel Greenlit; Renée Zellweger, Hugh Grant and Emma Thompson Star
by Josh Sharpe - April 09, 2024

On Tuesday, it was officially announced that Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, the fourth film in the franchise, is in development. The film will see the return of Renee Zellweger in the Oscar-nominated role and Hugh Grant as love interest Daniel Cleaver, who was absent in the previous film. Emma Th...


THE VIEW to Host SISTER ACT 2 Anniversary Reunion Next Week Photo THE VIEW to Host SISTER ACT 2 Anniversary Reunion Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024

Tune into The View next week to see a reunion show celebrating the 30th anniversary of Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit! On Wednesday, June 5, The View will host an event show featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Kathy Najimy, Wendy Makkena, Sheryl Lee Ralph, music supervisor Marc Shaiman, and composer Mervyn ...


AMERICA’S GOT TALENT Returns for 20th Season in May Photo AMERICA’S GOT TALENT Returns for 20th Season in May
by Josh Sharpe - February 03, 2025

NBC will premiere the landmark 20th season of the hit competition series “America’s Got Talent” on Tuesday, May 27 (8-10 P.M. ET/PT). Mel B, Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, and Sofia Vergara will serve as judges. ...


BRIDGET JONES: MAD ABOUT THE BOY Reveals Additional Casting Photo BRIDGET JONES: MAD ABOUT THE BOY Reveals Additional Casting
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024

According to multiple reports, the upcoming Bridget Jones film has rounded out its supporting cast. Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy will see the return of several fan-favorite cast members from the previous films including Gemma Jones, Jim Broadbent, Sarah Solemani, Sally Phillips, Shirley Henderso...


James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group Photo James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 22, 2023

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Group has announced the upcoming appointment of ex-Harry Potter Chief Creative Officer, James McKnight, as its new Chief Executive Officer....


Portage Central High School to Premiere HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD HIGH SCHOOL Photo Portage Central High School to Premiere HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD HIGH SCHOOL EDITION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 03, 2025

Portage Central High School will present the Michigan theatrical premiere production of 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' High School Edition. Learn more! ...


Video: Netflix Debuts Teaser Trailer for SQUID GAME Season 2 Photo Video: Netflix Debuts Teaser Trailer for SQUID GAME Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - October 31, 2024

The teaser trailer for the highly anticipated second season of Squid Game has been released. Lee Jung-jae reprises his role as Seong Gi-hun for the new season, which will debut on December 26 on Netflix. Watch the teaser now!...


Jennifer Lee Returning to FROZEN 3 and 4 Photo Jennifer Lee Returning to FROZEN 3 and 4
by Josh Sharpe - September 19, 2024

Lee has stepped down as Walt Disney Animation Studios Chief Creative to focus her attention to the franchise that she helped create. Lee will write and direct Frozen 3 as well as write Frozen 4 with Marc Smith....


THE VIEW to Host SISTER ACT 2 Anniversary Reunion Next Week Photo THE VIEW to Host SISTER ACT 2 Anniversary Reunion Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024

Tune into The View next week to see a reunion show celebrating the 30th anniversary of Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit! On Wednesday, June 5, The View will host an event show featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Kathy Najimy, Wendy Makkena, Sheryl Lee Ralph, music supervisor Marc Shaiman, and composer Mervyn ...






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