Elevation Pictures x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win Cineplex Run-of-Engagement Passes to see KEEPER, the latest from Osgood Perkins.
Synopsis:
A wife becomes isolated in a secluded cabin and has to fend off an unspeakable evil.
Starring Tatiana Maslany and Rossif Sutherland
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KEEPER is in theatres November 14th, 2025.
Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps unites audiences across every screen when it begins streaming November 5, 2025 exclusively on Disney+. Starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Marvel’s First Family, the latest adventure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe follows Reed Richards (Mr. Fantastic), Sue Storm (Invisible Woman), Johnny Storm (Human Torch), and Ben Grimm (The Thing) as they journey across the cosmos, and discover the heart, humour, and family bonds that make them truly fantastic.
Continuing the celebration of Marvel’s First Family, the announcement was made live from SpaceCon 2025 in San Antonio, where The Fantastic Four: First Steps Immersive Pop-Up Experience invites attendees to step inside the iconic Baxter Building. The fan event features recreated film sets and an interactive digital photo op that transports guests into the Fantastic Four universe. Following its successful debut at New York Comic Con this month, the experience offers fans of all ages a rare chance to step inside the team’s iconic living room and explore the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic up close.
Balancing home life with heroic duty is just one of the challenges the Fantastic Four face, but they do it together, as a family! Their greatest power is the bond they share, drawing audiences into a dazzling retro-futuristic world that celebrates connection, courage, and heart. Certified Fresh and Verified Hot on Rotten Tomatoes®, The Fantastic Four: First Steps ranks among the top ten highest-grossing films of 2025, both domestically and globally. Critics are calling it “one of the best superhero movies of all time” (Ryan Britt, Men’s Journal), praising its “jaw-dropping spectacle and epic action” (Josh Wilding, Comic Book Movie).
Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps will be the latest film available in IMAX Enhanced on Disney+, featuring IMAX’s exclusive expanded aspect ratio for all Disney+ subscribers, ensuring that the filmmakers’ creative intent is fully preserved for a more immersive viewing experience at home. Subscribers with certified TVs and AV receivers can also experience IMAX Enhanced sound powered by DTS:X, featuring the full dynamic range of the original cinematic mix.
Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, featuring an original score by Academy Award®, Emmy®, and Grammy® Award-winning composer Michael Giacchino is available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, and other digital platforms.
The 2-disc 12″ translucent vinyl album drops today and can be found at Disney Music Emporium and select retailers.
Film Synopsis
Set against the backdrop of a ’60s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel’s First Family faces a daunting challenge. Forced to balance being heroes with their family bond, they must defend Earth from a space god and his enigmatic herald.
Toronto is vibrating with energy and excitement as the Toronto Blue Jays head to the World Series for the first time in more than 30 years! Game one starts tomorrow, Friday, October 24, 2025 at 8pm, and whether you’re a diehard fan or one of the many visitors to Toronto, you might be wondering where the best places are to catch the game (that is, if you don’t have a ticket to the big show!). Destination Toronto’s got you covered – there’s no shortage of spots to cheer on the Jays and soak up the city’s infectious baseball spirit.
Here’s a roundup of some of Toronto’s hotspots to catch all the baseball action:
Real Sports Bar & Grill – 15 York Street – The place to be on game day! This mega sports venue features 199 TVs (including Toronto’s largest screen) and a full menu complete with a kiddie menu and extensive dietary options from gluten-free to vegan.
The Loose Moose – 146 Front Street W – A local favourite, the always-jam-packed Loose Moose on Front offers all the frenetic game-day atmosphere plus 50+ varieties of beer on tap.
The Dock Ellis – 1280 Dundas St W – Diehard Toronto baseball fans know that this is the ultimate spot for watching the Jays win. With a rotating craft beer menu, pool tables for pre-game fun, and walls with retro Jays memorabilia.
Toronto Marriott City Centre – 55 Bremner Blvd – Watching the game from a fieldview room is a BUCKET LIST item for sports fans. And what better time than the World Series to splurge on this iconic, only-in-Toronto experience. Rooms sleep up to 5 guests, no tickets required, room service at your fingertips, both family- and pet-friendly. The last remaining rooms for the World Series are now available.
The Rec Room – 255 Bremner Blvd – Fun for the whole family, The Rec Room is a 40,000 sq ft entertainment hub with arcade, VR experience and more. Enjoy the full menu and one of the Rec’s 80+ big screens to watch the game.
King Taps – 100 King St W – For elevated vibes, swing by the Financial District’s King Taps location. This two-storey bar with expansie menu is great for the post-work happy hour crowd.
Shakey’s Bar + Grill – 2255 Bloor St W – This neighbourhood hangout is a great spot to catch the big game with tasty food and a friendly atmosphere that spills out on the sidewalk.
Sportsnet Grill – 1 Blue Jays Way – Located inside the Toronto Marriott City Centre Hotel with views overlooking the field, this might just be the most coveted reservation in town!
Steam Whistle – 255 Bremner Blvd – Right across from the Rogers Centre, you’ll hear the roar of the crowd as you enjoy the game and a pint. The Steam Whistle Brewery opens its Tap Room on Friday and Kitchen on Saturday, with patio for overflow, for games one and two.
RendezViews – 229 Richmond St W – Views of the CN Tower, beer buckets, fire pits, lawn seating, and a massive big screen (with sound on), the RendezViews watch parties for games one and two of the World Series (further games weather dependent) will make every inning unforgettable. Open one hour in advance of games on a first-come, first-served basis.
Left Field Brewery – 36 Wagstaff Dr OR 40 Hanna Ave – Don’t leave your pup behind! This pet-friendly hotspot lets you cheer on the Jays, enjoy classic stadium snacks like caramel corn and ballpark pretzels, all with your best friend right by your side.
The Churchmouse – 475 Church – A little more low-key than other spots around town, the Churchmouse offers a cozy and inclusive atmosphere in the Church-Wellesley Village for great grub and friendly fandom.
Around town:
If you’re one of the lucky few with a ticket, don’t forget that the CN Tower is offering a 15% discount for World Series ticket holders – a great way to take in some city views before the big game. Complete your sports-lovers Toronto itinerary with a trip to the Hockey Hall of Fame or batting cages at Baseline Sports.
Paramount+ today debuted the final trailer and key art for the second season of Taylor Sheridan’s hit series, LANDMAN, which will premiere on Sunday, November 16, 2025, exclusively on the service globally, with Japan to follow at a later date. Watch the season two final trailer HERE:
Co-created by Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace, LANDMAN stars Oscar® winner Billy Bob Thornton, Oscar nominee Demi Moore, Oscar nominee Andy Garcia, Oscar nominee Sam Elliott, Ali Larter, Jacob Lofland, Michelle Randolph, Paulina Chávez, Canadian Kayla Wallace, Mark Collie, James Jordan and Canadian Colm Feore.
Set in the boomtowns of West Texas, LANDMAN is a modern tale of fortune seeking amongst roughnecks and wildcat billionaires – fueling an oil boom so big it’s reshaping the climate, the economy and geopolitics.
In season two, as oil rises from the earth, so do secrets – and Tommy Norris’s (Thornton) breaking point may be closer than he realizes. Facing mounting pressure from M-Tex Oil, Cami Miller (Moore), and the shadow of his kin, survival in West Texas isn’t noble – it’s brutal. And sooner or later something’s got to break.
LANDMAN is executive produced by Taylor Sheridan, David C. Glasser, David Hutkin, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, Christian Wallace, Billy Bob Thornton, Geyer Kosinski, Michael Friedman and Stephen Kay. Dan Friedkin and Jason Hoch for Imperative Entertainment, and J.K. Nickell and Megan Creydt for Texas Monthly also executive produce. Tommy Turtle serves as co-executive producer.
The series is produced by Paramount Television Studios, 101 Studios and Sheridan’s Bosque Ranch Productions. LANDMAN is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.
Season one is available to stream exclusively on Paramount+.
Miku Toronto invites guests to embrace the season with its new Fall cocktail collection, a celebration of warmth, depth, and refined craftsmanship. Created by bartenders Liam Mauro and Matthew Silvey, each cocktail captures the essence of autumn through layered flavours, premium spirits, and a touch of Japanese inspiration. The collection will be available until the end of April next year, giving guests plenty of time to experience these seasonal creations. Guests can enjoy the collection now at Miku Toronto, 10 Bay Street. Reserve a spot at Miku Toronto HERE to enjoy these new Fall cocktails!
Highlights include the Kuri Manhattan, a spirit forward cocktail infused with macerated chestnut whisky; the Yuzu Kosho Sour, a bright and tangy blend of Roku gin, pisco, and yuzu kosho; the Banana Biscoff Whip, a playful dessert inspired drink perfect for cool fall nights; and the Sherry Hai #2, an elegant mix of amontillado sherry, St. Germain, reposado tequila, prosecco, and yuzu. Each sip is designed to invite, warm, and delight, complementing Miku’s signature Aburi cuisine and extensive wine and sake list.
Miku Toronto Fall Cocktails
Kuri Manhattan
macerated chestnut Spring Mill traditional whisky, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters
Yuzu Kosho Sour
Roku gin, pisco, yuzu kosho, yuzu
Banana Biscoff Whip
Biscoff-infused whisky, banana oleo, cream, vanilla
Sherry Hai #2
amontillado sherry, St. Germain, Cazadores Reposado, prosecco, yuzu
As the weather cools down, let these fall inspired cocktails warm you up with the flavours and comfort of the season. Whether you are looking for a new Fall drink to add to your rotation, or something beyond the pumpkin spice latte, Miku’s latest creations are the perfect way to toast to Fall. Reserve your spot at Miku Toronto HERE to try these new Fall cocktails!
Mongrel Media x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win passes to an Advance Screening of tiff50 selection NUREMBERG in Toronto and Vancouver.
Screenings take places as follows:
Toronto Screening Details
Date: Wednesday, November 5
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Cineplex Yonge & Dundas
10 Dundas St. E., Suite 402, Toronto, ON M5B 2G9
Vancouver Screening Details
Date: Wednesday, November 5
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Cineplex Cinemas Internation Village
88 W Pender St 3rd floor, Vancouver, BC V6B 6N9
Synopsis:
The Allies, led by the unyielding Chief Prosecutor Robert H. Jackson (Michael Shannon), face the monumental task of holding the Nazi regime accountable for the horrors of the Holocaust. Meanwhile, a U.S. Army psychiatrist (Rami Malek) becomes locked in a tense psychological duel with former Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring (Russell Crowe).
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Mongrel Media release NUREMBERG November 7, 2025.
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The 46th Annual Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) festival features more than 100 events, including author talks, panel discussions, masterclasses, workshops, book signings, and special performances. Taking place October 29 – November 2, 2025 at the historic Victoria University at the University of Toronto, the Festival debuts its new 5-day format. Interview and media opportunities are now available with attending authors, and TIFA leadership.
FEATURED GUESTS & HIGHLIGHTS
Rachel Maddow (MSNBC) & Rebecca Solnit, in conversation with Nahlah Ayad (CBC) and introduced by Margaret Atwood (October 28 at Koerner Hall)
Kiran Desai (Booker Prize winner) – Only Canadian appearance
Richard Armitage – TV star of The Hobbit and Harlan Coben adaptations on his new novel, The Cut
Chris Pavone (The Doorman) – In conversation with Nita Prose (Oct 30 at Isabel Bader Theatre)
Kōtarō Isaka (Bullet Train) – Makes his first-ever North American appearance
André Aciman, Nathan Harris, Serhii Plokhy, Susan Choi, Chris Pavone, Eimear McBride, Cho-Nam Joo among those attending
CELEBRATING CANADIAN VOICES
Giller Prize winners André Alexis, Ian Williams, Michael Redhill, Souvankham Thammavongsa in conversation
Emma Donoghue, Thomas King, Madeleine Thien, Guy Gavriel Kay and Joy Fielding discuss their new books
Festival of Indigenous Stories, including Susan Aglukark & David A. Robertson
NOTABLE EVENTS
Kiran Desai: Love Lost & Found
October 29, 5:30PM, Isabel Bader Theatre
Internationally acclaimed author Kiran Desai makes her only Canadian appearance at the Toronto International Festival of Authors. The winner of the 2006 Man Booker Prize, Desai worked on her highly anticipated new book, The Loneliness of Sona and Sunny for over a decade. Her appearance is expected to be the hottest ticket at the Festival.
Chris Pavone in Conversation with Nita Prose
October 30, 8PM, Isabel Bader Theatre
Tipped as one of the best books of 2025, Chris Pavone’s The Doorman is a laser-sharp satire and literary thriller. Hear Pavone discuss how he crafted this ‘21st century Bonfire of the Vanities’ with fellow bestselling mystery author Nita Prose.
“Chris Pavone has always been good, but this novel is way better than good”
-Stephen King
Fiction Across Worlds: André Alexis & Susan Choi
November 1, 1:30PM, Isabel Bader Theatre
Award-winning authors André Alexis (winner of the Giller Prize for Fifteen Dogs) and Susan Choi (recently shortlisted for the Booker Prize for Flashlight) as they discuss their latest works of fiction, books that grapple with memory, family, and forces beyond characters’ control.
2025 Ivy Award & Conversation with Keynote Speaker Louisa Joyner, Associate Publisher, Faber
October 29, 2:00 PM, Isabel Bader Theatre
Kateri Akiwenzie-Damm, founder of Kegedonce Press, is named the 2025 Ivy Award Recipient by the International Visitors (IV) Programme, in association with the Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA)
About TIFA:
The Toronto International Festival of Authors has been inspiring readers and celebrating books and storytelling for 50 years. The charitable organization presents its flagship literary Festival each fall, while offering year-round programming including the MOTIVE Crime & Mystery Festival, the TIFA Romance Festival, the TIFA Presents series of high-profile author talks, Toronto Lit Up book launches, and the International Visitors Program. Since 1974, TIFA has welcomed thousands of authors from more than 100 countries, including 22 Nobel Laureates and countless award winners. The organization is a proud member of the Canadian Association of Literary Festivals (CALF) and the Global Alliance of Literary Festivals (GaoLF).
TIFA gratefully acknowledges our Season Supporter, the Weston Foundations; our Global Authors Club, for providing additional philanthropic support; the Government of Canada, Canada Council for the Arts, the Government of Ontario, Ontario Arts Council, Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund, the Toronto Arts Council, the Work In Culture Catalyst and Transformation Fund, the Centre for Creativity at Victoria University, and TIFA’s generous donors and supporters who understand that great literature is worth investing in.
To celebrate the conclusion of the record-breaking series, Netflix announced today it will bring the finale episode of Stranger Things 5 to select theaters nationwide.
The screenings will take place in over 350 theaters in the U.S. and Canada starting on December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm PT, timed to the finale’s global premiere on Netflix, and run through January 1, 2026.
Speaking to Netflix’s Tudum, the Duffer Brothers said: “We’re beyond excited that fans will have the chance to experience the final episode of Stranger Things in theaters — it’s something we’ve dreamed about for years, and we’re so grateful to Ted, Bela, and everyone at Netflix for making it happen. Getting to see it on the big screen, with incredible sound, picture, and a room full of fans, feels like the perfect — dare we say bitchin’ — way to celebrate the end of this adventure.”
More information on how to attend these fan events, as well as specific theater locations, will be made available later this year.
Stranger Things 5 will release on Netflix across three premiere dates: Volume 1 on November 26 (Episodes 501-504), Volume 2 on December 25 (Episodes 505-507), and the Finale on December 31 (Episode 508). Each volume releases at 5 PM PT. Click here to see release times worldwide.
Created by The Duffer Brothers, Stranger Things is produced by Upside Down Pictures & 21 Laps Entertainment with The Duffer Brothers serving as executive producers, alongside Shawn Levy of 21 Laps Entertainment and Dan Cohen.
The cast includes Winona Ryder (Joyce Byers), David Harbour (Jim Hopper), Millie Bobby Brown (Eleven), Finn Wolfhard (Mike Wheeler), Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin Henderson), Caleb McLaughlin (Lucas Sinclair), Noah Schnapp (Will Byers), Sadie Sink (Max Mayfield), Natalia Dyer (Nancy Wheeler), Charlie Heaton (Jonathan Byers), Joe Keery (Steve Harrington), Maya Hawke (Robin Buckley), Priah Ferguson (Erica Sinclair), Brett Gelman (Murray), Jamie Campbell Bower (Vecna), Cara Buono (Karen Wheeler), Amybeth McNulty (Vickie), Nell Fisher (Holly Wheeler), Jake Connelly (Derek Turnbow), Alex Breaux (Lt. Akers), and Linda Hamilton (Dr. Kay).
STRANGER THINGS 5 SYNOPSIS:
The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished — his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing her back into hiding. As the anniversary of Will’s disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread. The final battle is looming — and with it, a darkness more powerful and more deadly than anything they’ve faced before. To end this nightmare, they’ll need everyone — the full party — standing together, one last time.
ABOUT STRANGER THINGS:
A love letter to the ’80s classic genre films that captivated a generation, Stranger Things is a thrilling drama set in the seemingly normal Midwestern town of Hawkins, Indiana. After a boy vanishes into thin air, his close-knit group of friends and family search for answers and are pulled into a high-stakes and deadly series of events. Beneath the surface of their ordinary town lurks an extraordinary supernatural mystery, along with top-secret government experiments and a dangerous gateway that connects our world to a powerful yet sinister realm. Friendships will be tested and lives will be altered as what they discover will change Hawkins and possibly the world — forever.
Created by The Duffer Brothers, Stranger Things debuted in 2016 and quickly became one of Netflix’s most popular television series ever, with its fourth season alone amassing over 140.7M views globally. Rooted in ‘80s nostalgia, it boosted Kate Bush’s track “Running Up That Hill” into the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the first time in its 38-year history. The series has also garnered over 70 awards worldwide including Emmys® and the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series, and has been nominated for over 230 awards. The highly anticipated fifth and final season will release later this year in three volumes at 5 p.m. PT: four episodes on November 26, three episodes on Christmas, and The Finale on New Year’s Eve.
The beloved franchise offers fans various ways to engage with the cultural phenomenon year-round, including: the Olivier and Tony-award winning stage play, Stranger Things: The First Shadow; a collection of books that takes fans deeper into the story; the touring Stranger Things Experience, which recently expanded to Brazil and Australia; Stranger Things: Escape the Dark; a brand-new immersive experience set to open at Netflix House later this year; Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85, an animated series will take fans back to Hawkins; fans celebrate November 6 — the day Will Byers went missing — as Stranger Things Day; and they can follow @StrangerThingsThings for fun ways to bring the world into their everyday lives.
With an exciting lineup of Toronto Raptors and Maple Leafs games, along with major concerts from artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Laufey, and Burna Boy at Scotiabank Arena, Miku Toronto, located at 10 Bay Street, invites guests to start their night with a courtside-worthy feast just steps away. The Courtside Bites menu is back, offering the perfect pre-event dining experience for sports fans and concertgoers alike. Available on select event dates from October 24 to December 30, 2025, between 4 pm and 7 pm, this exclusive menu is crafted by Chef de Cuisine Michael Acero to elevate any evening with bold flavours and signature dishes. Priced at 85 dollars per person, plus tax and gratuity, it is the ideal way to set the tone before tip-off, puck drop, or showtime. Guests can check with the restaurant on what days the menu is running and reserve a spot to enjoy the Courtside Bites Menu at Miku Toronto HERE.
Miku Toronto’s Courtside Bites Menu I $85
Appetizer Trio
Hokkaido scallop and Atlantic salmon sashimi (2 pc)
Ebi fritter (2 pc)
Aka miso duck
Choice of Entrée
Saikyo miso sablefish (3 oz)
or
A5 Japanese Wagyu striploin (2 oz)
Sushi Selection
Aburi nigiri (2 pc)
Aburi salmon oshi (1 pc)
Aburi ebi oshi (1 pc)
Miku roll (1 pc)
Red Wave roll (1 pc)
Sapporo
Available for purchase at $7
Available on select game and concert dates at Scotiabank Arena from 4 pm to 7 pm (Please check with the restaurant on what days the menu is running).
Whether you are out with friends, family, or a significant other, make an exciting night even more memorable by starting your evening at Miku. With this special menu, guests can enjoy a one of a kind dining experience before heading to the energy of Scotiabank Arena, setting the perfect tone for an unforgettable game or concert. Reserve your table at Miku Toronto HERE.
About Miku Toronto
Located in Toronto’s Harbourfront at Bay and Queen’s Quay, Miku Toronto is ABURI Restaurants’ first East Coast location, offering a contemporary, upscale dining experience in over 7,000 square feet of space, complete with a raw bar, sushi bar, and spacious patio. Known globally for its signature ABURI Sushi & Cuisine, Miku blends traditional Japanese techniques with innovative flavour profiles, led by Head Chef Michael Acero. The menu features ABURI sushi, unique land-based dishes, and Japanese and European-inspired desserts crafted in-house by the pastry team. Miku’s extensive beverage program includes signature cocktails, curated wines, and an impressive sake list, with staff ready to recommend pairings for a seamless and unforgettable dining experience.
GRAMMY Award®-winning pop artist Miley Cyrus has recorded a new song for “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” the third film in Oscar®-winning filmmaker James Cameron’s phenomenally successful “Avatar” franchise. Dream as One, which is performed by Miley Cyrus, with music and lyrics by Cyrus, Andrew Wyatt, Mark Ronson, and Simon Franglen, will appear in the end credits and be featured on the film’s original soundtrack. “Avatar: Fire and Ash” opens exclusively in theatres worldwide in IMAX 3D, RealD 3D, 4DX, ScreenX, and premium screens everywhere on December 19, 2025.
The original soundtrack for “Avatar: Fire and Ash” featuring a score composed by Simon Franglen, who won the “Record of the Year” GRAMMY® in 1997 for My Heart Will Go On from “Titanic,” will be released December 12. The Dream as One single from Columbia/Sony Records will be released on November 14.
With “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” James Cameron takes audiences back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure with Marine turned Na’vi leader Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Na’vi warrior Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), and the Sully family. The film, which has a screenplay by James Cameron & Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver, and a story by James Cameron & Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver & Josh Friedman & Shane Sa
lerno, also stars Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Oona Chaplin, Cliff Curtis, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Edie Falco, David Thewlis, Jemaine Clement, Giovanni Ribisi, Britain Dalton, Jamie Flatters, Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Jack Champion, Brendan Cowell, Bailey Bass, Filip Geljo, Duane Evans, Jr., and Kate Winslet.
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