“Fire And Water: Making The Avatar Films” will premiere November 7, 2025, exclusively on Disney+. Be sure to check out the trailer below!

The two-part documentary from 20th Century Studios and Lightstorm Entertainment, which provides a fascinating glimpse into the making of the Oscar®-winning box office phenomenon “Avatar: The Way of Water” and a first look at the upcoming “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” features exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, concept art, and interviews with cast and filmmakers. The filmmakers traveled from Manhattan Beach, San Pedro, Shasta Lake, and the Channel Islands to the Bahamas, Hawaii, and New Zealand, to follow the cast and below-the-line team as they work to hone and perfect the techniques of underwater performance capture technology and learn to free dive in a massive, state-of-the-art 680,000-gallon water tank.

The executive producers for “Fire And Water: Making The Avatar Films” are James Cameron and Rae Sanchini. The director/producer is Thomas C. Grane, the writer/producer is Richard Brehm, the creative director is Robert Glowacki, the director of photography is John Clisham, the director of photography – interviews is Steven Wacks, and the creative consultant is Geoff Burdick.

The two-part documentary includes interviews with (in order of appearance): James Cameron (writer/director/producer/editor), Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Jon Landau (producer), Stephen Lang, Maria Battle Campbell (co-producer, 1st assistant director), Richard Baneham (executive producer, Lightstorm visual effects supervisor), Kate Winslet, Rae Sanchini (executive producer, president, Lightstorm Entertainment), Margery Simkin (casting director), Jamie Landau (co-producer), Stephen Rivkin (editor), Ryan Champney (visual production supervisor), Dylan Cole (production designer), Garrett Warren (2nd unit director, stunt coordinator), Rob Innes (founder, Jetovator, Inc.), John Rosengrant (co-founder, Legacy Effects), Chis Denison (stunts), Joey Natale (stunts, stunt driver), Steve Brown (assistant stunt coordinator), Richie Schwalm (on-set coordinator), JD Schwalm (performance capture special effects coordinator), Peter Zuccarini (underwater cinematographer), John Garvin (supervising dive master), Kirk Krack (performance free dive instructor), Sigourney Weaver, Cliff Curtis, William Trubridge (Metkayina stroke consultant), Britain Dalton, Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Luke Freeborn (supervising art director), Ben Procter (production designer), Brigitte Yorke (co-producer, New Zealand unit production manager), Brendan Cowell, John Garvin (supervising dive master), Jack Champion, Joe Letteri (senior visual effects supervisor), Eric Saindon (Wētā FX, senior visual effects supervisor), Nick Epstein (Wētā FX, visual effects supervisor). Mob Scene served as the production company for the documentary.

Twenty-five years ago, four grateful Hobbits left the Shire and changed the face of fantasy forever. In 2026, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, and Elijah Wood will reunite with fans for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years, a once-in-a-quarter-century celebration tour that will be featured at 11 FAN EXPO HQ shows across North America – including in Toronto, August 29 at FAN EXPO Canada, August 27–30, 2026.

More than a reunion and so much more than a panel, An Evening with the Hobbits is part variety show, part storytelling session, and all fun. No two nights will be the same — fans can expect a lively mix of behind-the-scenes memories, on-stage antics, heartfelt reflections, and plenty of laughs along the way. From inside jokes and surprise moments to the friendships that still shine 25 years later, this one-of-a-kind event promises a celebration as unexpected — and joyful — as a Hobbit feast.

Full tour dates include:

FAN EXPO New Orleans (January 9–11, 2026): Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM CT

FAN EXPO Portland (January 16–18, 2026): Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM PT

FAN EXPO Vancouver (February 14–16, 2026): TBD

MEGACON Orlando (March 19–22, 2026): Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET

Calgary Comics & Entertainment Expo (April 23–26, 2026): Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 7:30 PM MT

FAN EXPO Denver (May 28–31, 2026): TBD

FAN EXPO Philadelphia (May 29–31, 2026): TBD

FAN EXPO Boston (August 7–9, 2026): Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET

FAN EXPO Chicago (August 14–16, 2026): Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM CT

FAN EXPO Canada (August 27–30, 2026): Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET
FAN EXPO Dallas (September 11–13, 2026): Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM CT

“FAN EXPO is all about creating unforgettable experiences, and An Evening with the Hobbits will be exactly that,” said Andrew Moyes, Vice President, FAN EXPO HQ. “Fans are delighted whenever we host these gentlemen individually — but together, the energy is electric. Their characters are beloved, their friendship is indelible, and the joy they bring to audiences is unmatched. We can’t wait to present this special anniversary celebration in 2026.”

At a recent FAN EXPO appearance, Elijah Wood offered these thoughts on the anniversary: “To be celebrating this milestone – a quarter of a century – just feels abstract. It still feels like the films are really present. The fact that we’re spending this kind of time (at conventions with fans and doing shows like this), it keeps it so fresh for us. It’s such a massive, continual part of our lives.”

Tickets for An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years at FAN EXPO Canada will be on sale October 22 at 10 AM local time via https://fanexpohq.com/fanexpocanada/. (FAN EXPO Canada admission required), along with VIP experiences that include once-in-a-lifetime photo op and autograph sessions. Exclusive merch and collectibles will also be available at each of the tour stops, and organizers are teasing even more celebratory programming (including additional The Lord of the Rings guest appearances at FAN EXPO HQ events) — details coming soon.

Fans are encouraged to secure their spot early — these evenings are expected to sell out faster than pints at The Green Dragon.

Why does it always have to end? See the new official Trailer for KEEPER from Osgood Perkins, starring Tatiana Maslany and Rossif Sutherland!

KEEPER. In theatres November 14, 2025 via Elevation Pictures.

Producers Bruce Hills Entertainment, Counterfeit Pictures, and Hemmings Films are pleased to announce that they will go into production on Stand Up For Canada Starring Rick Mercer, a new one-hour comedy special set to premiere on CBC and CBC Gem. Timing for the premiere will be confirmed at a later date.

Set to film in front of a live audience in Saint John, New Brunswick on October 17, 2025 the special will capture a night on Rick Mercer’s wildly successful coast-to-coast comedy tour, which continues through October 2025, and is presented by MRG Live and Bruce Hills Entertainment. Mercer is joined by Canadian comedians Sophie Buddle, Mayce Galoni and Julie Kim, and performed 28 shows across 20 cities, with 24 sold-out venues and more than 40,000 tickets sold.

The Stand Up For Canada Starring Rick Mercer special promises to deliver a funny, insightful and heartfelt celebration of Canada through the comedy of one of the country’s most beloved voices, as well as a new generation of rising stand-up stars. Together, Mercer, Buddle, Galoni and Kim will shine a light on the diverse perspectives, stories and humour that make Canada’s comedy scene one of the richest in the world.

Stand Up For Canada Starring Rick Mercer is produced by Bruce Hills Entertainment, Counterfeit Pictures, and Hemmings Films, in association with CBC.

ABOUT RICK MERCER

Rick Mercer is a Canadian comedian, television personality, political satirist and author. He is best known for his work on the CBC Television comedy shows This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Made In Canada and Rick Mercer Report. He is the author of four books all of which have been national best sellers. Mercer has received nearly 30 Gemini Awards and Canadian Screen awards for his work on television. His CBC Television special Talking To Americans remains the highest rated Canadian comedy special ever with 2.7 million viewers.

Rick holds Honorary Doctorates from Memorial University, Laurentian University, University of British Columbia, McMaster University, Bishop’s University, Brock University and the University of Guelph. In 2014, he received Honorary Doctorates from the Royal Military Academy and from University of Western Ontario and York University.

He is on the board of directors of Historica Canada, an organization dedicated to promoting Canadian history, identity and citizenship. They are the “Heritage Minute” people.

He is a recipient of the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award for lifetime achievement and in 2014 was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada.

He is a native of St. John’s, Newfoundland.

ABOUT SOPHIE BUDDLE

Sophie Buddle is a stand-up, a TV writer, and a podcaster. She has appeared on “The Tonight Show”, “The Late Late Show with James Corden”, and on CBC’s “This Hour Has 22 Minutes” as a correspondent and staff writer. She’s also been featured on CTV’s “Roast Battle”, JFL All Access, Kevin Hart’s LOL Network, the Winnipeg Comedy Festival and the Halifax Comedy Festival. She was a featured performer at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal and in 2022 had the esteemed privilege of delivering the Canadian Keynote Address on Comedy.

Sophie released her first album in 2019, “Lil Bit Of Buddle,” which won the 2020 Juno Award for Best Comedy Album of the Year, making her the first female comic to win that award. She released the album herself so you can find it on iTunes in the genre “easy listening”, which was a mistake, but it is easy to listen to, so it’s OK. Her podcast “Obsessed with Sophie Buddle”, which tackles people’s obsessions (from Beyoncé to American politics to checking if the door is locked to revenge) is currently available on Apple Podcasts. She is a three-time runner up (but fourth time’s the charm!) for Canada’s biggest stand-up contest, SiriusXM Top Comic, and can currently be seen headlining across the country.

ABOUT MAYCE GALONI

Mayce Galoni is a Los Angeles based stand-up comedian and writer. Originally from Hamilton, Ontario, Mayce started doing stand-up in dive bars on school nights when he was 15 years old. His laid-back style and clever writing have led him to perform at comedy clubs and festivals across North America.

He has been seen on Just for Laughs Montreal, Hulu, Netflix is a Joke Fest, MTV, Kevin Hart’s LOL Network, Dry Bar and Don’t Tell Comedy’s Secret Sets, and his clips from these appearances have amassed millions of views online.

His work in television includes starring in BiteTV’s PrankYou, as well as being a staff writer and correspondent on 3 seasons of CBC’s This Hour has 22 Minutes. Mayce’s comedy album can be heard regularly on SiriusXM, and was nominated for Comedy Album of the Year at the JUNOS. You can watch his debut full length comedy special “Live at the Blue Grotto” which is available now on YouTube.

ABOUT JULIE KIM

Julie Kim is a comedian, writer, podcaster, and content creator. She is one of Canada’s top stand-up comedians. Julie recently completed a Canadian solo tour with multiple sold-out shows. Julie previously toured across North America doing 40 theatre shows with Ronny Chieng (Crazy Rich Asians, The Daily Show with Trevor Noah). She was a gala performer at the 2022 Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal and headlined four sold-out solo shows at Just for Laughs Toronto in 2023. Over the past decade, Julie has performed at all the major Canadian comedy festivals including Just for Laughs Vancouver, Winnipeg Comedy Festival, and Halifax Comedy Festival (with multiple televised performances). She tours internationally and made her debut at the 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Julie has also been regularly featured on CBC’s The Debaters.

Julie is also a Canadian Screen Award winning writer and producer. She has contributed to the writing rooms of Kim’s Convenience, Run the Burbs, and Still Standing. Julie was a producer and writer for Simu Liu (Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings) as he hosted the 2022 and 2023 Juno Awards. Julie’s increasingly popular podcast, called Bothered, includes rant-worthy stories and experiences that are hilarious and relatable.

Julie’s mission is to spread happiness, lighten hearts, and unite through laughter. And no amount of mom-shaming will stop her.

ABOUT THE PRODUCERS

COUNTERFEIT PICTURES

Counterfeit Pictures, a Toronto-based production company with a focus on comedy, is led by partners Dan Bennett, Shane Corkery and Anton Leo. Counterfeit’s half-hour workplace comedy ‘The Office Movers’ (Crave) returns for a second season featuring Bell Media Studios breakout stars and online legends Jae and Trey Richards. The company recently completed filming the comedy special ‘No Refunds’ from TikTok sensations Darcy & Jer (Crave). Other credits include ‘One More Time’ (CBC) with comedian D.J. Demers (The Tonight Show, Conan), ‘Shelved’ (CTV), the award-winning ‘Sunnyside’ (CityTV/FX Canada), and ‘Keep Busy’ with YouTube sensation Kurtis Conner.

Counterfeit’s newest production, the feature length performance documentary, People Of Comedy: Celebrating 30 Years of The Nubian Show recently debuted on Crave. Under its banner Counterfeit Sounds, the company has recently produced the podcast ‘Benefits With Friends’ starring Mae Martin and Sabrina Jalees (Audible), and a slate of comedy albums including the Juno Award winning ‘Honourable Intentions’ from Debra DiGiovanni, as well as albums from Howie Mandel, Robby Hoffman, D.J. Demers, Allie Pearse and Brent Butt.

Learn more at: counterfeitpictures.com

BRUCE HILLS ENTERTAINMENT

Founded in 2025 by comedy industry veteran Bruce Hills, Bruce Hills Entertainment is driving a new era in live comedy, spearheading concert promotion across Canada and beyond, advising top global companies in the comedy and entertainment space, and producing world-class events that push the boundaries of the genre. The company’s recent work reflects its bold vision, including strategic consulting for The Second City and the launch of its new venue in New York City to curating the comedy slate for the inaugural Departure Festival in Toronto—including a one night only concert by Dave Chappelle. Among its earliest productions was a sold-out arena show featuring Kevin Hart at Montréal’s Bell Centre. The company is also co-promoting comedian Josh Johnson’s highly anticipated Canadian tour alongside MRG Live. Prior to launching this venture, Hills spent 39 years leading Just For Laughs, overseeing its global English-language operations and expanding festivals to cities like Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver, Chicago and Sydney. Recognized as a pioneer in comedy, Hills played a key role in launching the careers of stars such as Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, Wanda Sykes, Ronny Chieng, and Jimmy Fallon.

Counterfeit Pictures, a Toronto-based production company with a focus on comedy, is led by partners Dan Bennett, Shane Corkery and Anton Leo. Counterfeit’s half-hour workplace comedy ‘The Office Movers’ (Crave) returns for a second season featuring Bell Media Studios breakout stars and online legends Jae and Trey Richards. The company recently completed filming the comedy special ‘No Refunds’ from TikTok sensations Darcy & Jer (Crave). Other credits include ‘One More Time’ (CBC) with comedian D.J. Demers (The Tonight Show, Conan), ‘Shelved’ (CTV), the award-winning ‘Sunnyside’ (CityTV/FX Canada), and ‘Keep Busy’ with YouTube sensation Kurtis Conner.

Counterfeit’s newest production, the feature length performance documentary, People Of Comedy: Celebrating 30 Years of The Nubian Show recently debuted on Crave. Under its banner Counterfeit Sounds, the company has recently produced the podcast ‘Benefits With Friends’ starring Mae Martin and Sabrina Jalees (Audible), and a slate of comedy albums including the Juno Award winning ‘Honourable Intentions’ from Debra DiGiovanni, as well as albums from Howie Mandel, Robby Hoffman, D.J. Demers, Allie Pearse and Brent Butt.

Learn more at: counterfeitpictures.com

Hemmings Films

Hemmings Films, a full-service production house headquartered in Saint John, New Brunswick, develops feature films, documentaries, and network series. Led by founder and Executive Producer Greg Hemmings and partners Steve Foster and Evan Ottoni, the company leverages decades of industry experience to deliver premium productions across genres. Hemmings Films recently partnered with Blue Ice Pictures on Revival – a supernatural noir series based on the Image Comics franchise; the 10×44‑minute series launched 12 June 2025 on Syfy/Crave with Melanie Scrofano and Romy Weltman. On the unscripted front, the company co‑produces the CBC competition show Race Against the Tide, where teams of world‑class sand sculptors race the Bay of Fundy’s tide clock, the design‑driven lifestyle series Real Houses Of… featuring one‑of‑a‑kind North American homes, and docu‑soap Kardinal Sinners, a gritty portrait of semi‑pro wrestlers battling for a shot at stardom.

Hemmings Films also produced the drama What We Dreamed of Then – written and directed by award‑winning filmmaker Taylor Olson and produced by Sandy Hunter, Stephen Foster and Britt Kerr. Hemmings Films continues to operate as a creative hub for international and interprovincial co‑productions, using forward‑thinking production services and a values‑driven approach to deliver content that entertains and inspires.

Learn more at: hemmingsfilms.com

ABOUT CBC/RADIO-CANADA

CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada’s national public broadcaster. Through our mandate to inform, enlighten and entertain, we play a central role in strengthening Canadian culture. As Canada’s trusted news source, we offer a uniquely Canadian perspective on news, current affairs and world affairs. Our distinctively homegrown entertainment programming draws audiences from across the country. Deeply rooted in communities, CBC/Radio-Canada offers diverse content in English, French and eight Indigenous languages: Dëne Sųłıné, Dene Kǝdǝ́, Dene Zhatıé, Eastern Cree, Dinjii Zhuʼ Ginjik, Inuktitut, Inuvialuktun and Tłı̨chǫ. We also deliver content in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Punjabi and Tagalog, as well as both official languages, through Radio Canada International (RCI). We are leading the transformation to meet the needs of Canadians in a digital world.

This holiday season is all about intentional gift-giving. From practical, eco-friendly picks to smart home tech that makes life easier, Epson’s curated gift guide blends sustainability with convenience, offering thoughtful options for premium gifting.

And with select models on sale during Black Friday and throughout December, there’s no better time for Canadians to get a head start on their holiday shopping.

Gift Guide Picks:

The Epson EcoTank ET-2980 Wireless All-in-One Colour Supertank Printer (MSRP: $399.99 CAD)

Designed for easy use, the ET-2980 is perfect for busy homes with a variety of printing needs. With Epson’s innovative cartridge-free EcoTank technology, families can print thousands of pages in black and colour without worrying about expensive, wasteful ink refills1, which is useful when printing anything from end-of-year reports to holiday cards.

EcoTank ET-4950 Wireless All-in-One Colour Supertank Printer (MSRP: $599.99 CAD)

For the ultimate home office upgrade, gift yourself the ET-4950. This printer has a sleek and sophisticated design and comes with enough ink to last up to 3 years 2. This model offers advanced productivity features like auto duplex printing, copying and scanning, helpful for both students and professionals alike.

Epson FastFoto FF-680W Wireless High-speed Photo Scanning System (MSRP: $849.99)

The sentimental family member is always one of the hardest people to shop for. The Epson FastFoto FF-6680W photo scanner is the perfect gift to help them embrace their nostalgic side. In addition to quicky scanning and digitizing old photographs, users can enjoy the Epson FastFoto app3, providing the ability to add voice and text over their photos, or create slideshows, right from their smartphone.

Toronto’s most spirited showdown returns with the next instalment of the Bar Battle series. On Monday, October 27, 2025, from 5:30–7:00 pm, two of the city’s celebrated bartenders will go head-to-head at Lyla, the Mediterranean-inspired restaurant known for its elevated, old-world charm and lively energy. Partnering with Valley of Mother of God, Perrier and Cocktail Emporium, this round will see Nick Hurd of No Vacancy face off against Orion Berge of Harbour Sixty, crafting an original cocktail that showcases the featured spirit in a battle of creativity, refined techniques and storytelling. Guests can look forward to world-class cocktails, light bites by Executive Chef Michael Medeiros, and an inside look at Toronto’s thriving mixology scene. Tickets are $55 per guest (tax & gratuity inclusive) and include two cocktails, Mediterranean-inspired bites, and a welcome Perrier mocktail, available now via OpenTable HERE.

Competitor Spotlight

Nick Hurd – No Vacancy
With over 13 years in hospitality and 6 years behind the bar, Nick Hurd has worked at some of Toronto’s most celebrated cocktail spots including Ruby Soho, Project Gigglewater, Overpressure Club, and Civil Liberties. Known for his calm precision and classically inspired approach, Nick focuses on balance, texture, and highlighting the spirit at the heart of each drink. “I’ve usually stayed within my comfort zone and focused on service, but putting my skills under a microscope and presenting a drink I need to stand behind in front of a panel of judges is a skill I’m excited to develop,” says Hurd.

Orion Berge – Harbour Sixty & Arianna

Having honed his craft at prestigious venues like Peacock Alley at the Waldorf Astoria and under the mentorship of The Waldorf Astoria Bar Book author Frank Caiafa, Orion brings a worldly and inspired perspective to the competition. His style blends confidence with humility, drawing creative spark from music, food, and unexpected flavour pairings. “Creativity can come from anywhere,” he says. “I like to think I have the confidence to create drinks that I enjoy and the humility to adjust when no one else does.”

Raising the Bar

More than a competition, the Bar Battle at Lyla is an immersive celebration of Toronto’s cocktail culture. Guests will sip, taste, and vote for the People’s Choice winner, as two of the city’s top talents bring their creativity to the shaker, complemented by Lyla’s signature Mediterranean-inspired bites. With the support of partners Valley of Mother of God, Perrier, and Cocktail Emporium, the evening highlights the collaboration, craftsmanship, and community spirit that continue to shape Toronto’s evolving bar scene. Among the evening’s judging panel are Cristina Carpio, media personality and recognized leader in the hospitality, food, and beverage industries; Walter Reis, Lyla’s esteemed Bar Manager; and Jason Dagenais, luxury hospitality professional and Brand Partnerships Manager for Perrier, S.Pellegrino, and Acqua Panna in Canada.

Ficoa, the Neo-Latin fine dining restaurant in Little Italy, is marking Halloween with a one-night-only three-cocktail tasting flight designed to capture the spirit of the season. Available Friday, October 31st, 2025 the $45 flight (exclusive of tax and tip) offers a focused showcase of the restaurant’s talented team, with bar lead Brendan McFarlane and chef Esau Garcia showcasing culinary-forward cocktails with refined techniques.

The flight includes three original cocktails from Ficoa’s Mixology Spellbook menu:
•Zorro Toro — a clarified sour with rye, Licor 43, lemon, orange bitters, and cinnamon, finished with a red wine float.
•Marigold — a tequila and turmeric penicillin built on blanco tequila, ginger, and honey.
•King Maiz — a sweet corn White Russian that replaces cream with a plant-based corn version, paired with vodka and coffee liqueur.

Together, they form a progression that moves from bright and spiced to rich and smooth, echoing the restaurant’s broader approach to flavour—rooted in Latin tradition, expressed with a modern sensibility.

Led by house mixologist Brenden McFarlane, Ficoa’s bar program mirrors the precision and creativity of the kitchen, where Executive Chef Esau Garcia continues to evolve the restaurant’s Latin-inspired direction.
The Halloween cocktail flight will be available one night only on October 31st from 5 p.m. until close.

Reserve Ficoa HERE.

A new trailer for 20th Century Studios’ “Send Help,” the upcoming darkly comedic psychological thriller from genre-bending visionary director Sam Raimi (“Spider-Man,” “The Evil Dead”), debuts today.

The all-original film stars Oscar® and Tony Award® nominated actress Rachel McAdams (“Spotlight,” “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.,” “Mean Girls”), Dylan O’Brien (“Twinless,” “Saturday Night”), Edyll Ismail (“La Brea”), Dennis Haysbert (“Far from Heaven”), Xavier Samuel (“Elvis”), Chris Pang (“Crazy Rich Asians”), Thaneth Warakulnukroh (“Thai Cave Rescue”) and Emma Raimi (“Happy Pills”) and releases in theatres nationwide on January 30, 2026.

In the trailer, audiences get a first look at Linda Liddle (Rachel McAdams) and Bradley Preston (Dylan O’Brien), two colleagues who find themselves stranded on a deserted island after they are the only survivors of a plane crash. On the island, they must overcome past grievances and work together to survive, but ultimately, it is an unsettling and darkly humorous battle of wills and wits to make it out alive.

“I’ve always loved stories where interesting, dynamic characters are pushed to extremes,” says director Sam Raimi. “In our story, the power shifts create an escalating situation that’s brimming with unexpected turns and suspense.”

“Send Help” is produced by Raimi and Zainab Azizi (“65”), executive produced by JJ Hook (“The Amateur”) and written by Damian Shannon & Mark Swift (“Friday the 13th,” “Baywatch”), with original music by Danny Elfman (“The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “Batman”).

About 20th Century Studios:

20th Century Studios is an Academy Award®-winning producer of feature films for both theatrical and streaming release. It is home to such iconic franchises as “Avatar,” “Alien,” “Planet of the Apes,” “Predator,” “Die Hard,” and “Kingsman” and creator of hit films including “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “The Greatest Showman,” “The Martian,” “Ford v Ferrari,” and “Free Guy.” It also launched the successful “Deadpool” and “X-Men” film series, Oscar®-winner “West Side Story,” and the recently Oscar®-nominated “Avatar: The Way of Water.” Previously known as 20th Century Fox prior to becoming a part of The Walt Disney Company, 20th Century Studios is recognized for its incredible 80-year legacy. It is the studio that brought the world the first six “Star Wars” films, in addition to standouts from across the decades, including “Miracle on 34th Street,” “All About Eve,” “The King and I,” “The Sound of Music,” “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” “The Princess Bride,” “The Abyss,” “Edward Scissorhands,” “Home Alone,” “My Cousin Vinny,” “Speed,” “Cast Away,” “Moulin Rouge!,” “Minority Report,” “Gone Girl,” and “The Revenant.”

Super Channel celebrates heroes – new and old – with their November 2025 Programming. Here are some highlights!

Robin Hood | Super Channel Fuse I **SERIES PREMIERE** 

Premiere: Sunday, November 2 at 9 p.m. ET (2 episodes) / On Demand next day
Robin Hood brings a modern energy to the classic tale of the roguish outlaw hero who stole from the rich and gave to the poor, and the epic love story between him and a courageous and daring Marian. It is a smart, sweeping, romantic adventure that brings historical authenticity, psychological depth, and a heightened focus on the relationship between Rob and Marian to the beloved story. Following the Norman invasion of England, Rob – a Saxon forester’s son – and Marian, the daughter of a Norman lord – fall in love and work together to fight for justice and freedom. As Rob rises as the leader of a band of rebel outlaws, Marian infiltrates the power at court, as both work together to thwart royal corruption and bring peace to the land. Starring: Jack Patten, Lauren McQueen, Sean Bean, Connie Nielsen.

How NOT To Hire a Hitman | Super Channel Fuse I **SERIES PREMIERE** 
Airdate: Tuesday, November 4 at 8 p.m. ET (2-episode premiere) / Available on Demand same dayHiring a hitman seems like the perfect crime—until it all goes wrong. From botched plans to chilling success stories, these cases leave behind heartbreak and devastation. In the end, justice catches up with every cowardly mastermind. This is How NOT to Hire a Hitman.

Nazis: Threads of Evil (Canadian Original)|Super Channel Quest Original
Airdate: Friday, November 7 at 9 p.m. ET (2-episode premiere) / Available on Demand same day
Using never-seen-before, newly released archival footage, Nazis: Threads of Evil uncovers the twisted paths taken by politicians, senior officers, henchmen and even wives of high-ranking officials – all who played a role within the Nazi machine under Hitler. Each episode focuses on one Nazi figure, providing insights into their lives – each a thread that makes up Hitler’s unleashed nightmare, featuring expert analysis, rare photos, diary excerpts and re-enactments.

DOCUMENTARY

Bif Naked| Super Channel Fuse Original

Premiere: Friday, November 21 at 9 p.m. ET / On Demand same day

Bif Naked is a raw and electrifying look at one of Canada’s most iconic and fearless artists. Born in India, adopted by American missionaries, and raised in Winnipeg, Bif carved her own path—rising through the male-dominated punk scene with her unmistakable voice, poetic lyrics, and defiant spirit. Behind the tattoos and powerhouse performances is a survivor of cancer, addiction, and heartbreak, whose strength and vulnerability reshaped what it means to be a rock star. Through rare footage, intimate interviews, and unforgettable performances, this documentary celebrates a woman who’s never played by the rules—and never backed down. Featuring appearances from Bif Naked, Jann Arden, George Stroumboulopoulos.

MOVIES

Home Free |Super Channel Fuse Original I(Drama)

Airdate: Friday, November 14 at 9 p.m. ET / On Demand same day

Three estranged sisters reunite for their parents’ anniversary, only for their father to reveal he’s dying from a brain tumor. His final wish for a perfect weekend together sparks a whirlwind of family secrets and conflict. Starring Tara Spencer-Nairn, Michelle Nolden, Natalie Brown, Art Hindle.

The Perfect Man(icure) | Super Channel Heart & Home I(Romance)

Airdate: Friday, November 7 at 8 p.m. ET / On Demand same day

Quirky inventor Katya partners with charismatic and confident marketing consultant Ryan to help her sell her personal manicure device, Phenomenails, at the upcoming Beauty Expo. But their wildly differing methods and Katya’s meddling-but-loving mom, Mila, just might sabotage this business opportunity and the budding romance between Katya and Ryan.Starring Marlie Collins, Madison Smith.

Psycho Therapy | Super Channel Fuse I(Comedy/Drama)

Airdate: Friday, November 7 at 9 p.m. ET / On Demand same day

A struggling writer in the midst of a divorce, befriends a retired serial killer who incidentally becomes his marriage counselor by day, and killing counselor for his next book by night. Starring Britt Lower (Severance), Steve Buscemi, John Magaro.

Candid About Love | Super Channel Heart & Home I(Romance)

Airdate: Friday, November 14 at 8 p.m. ET / On Demand same day
Laura, a gallery assistant and wannabe fine art photographer, is finally promised a spot in a Newcomer’s Showcase – but only if she can get a reclusive artist, Shane, to premiere his newest photographs at the gallery. When Laura discovers that Shane hasn’t taken a new photo in ten years, she’s determined to help him find his way back to his art whether he wants her to or not. Starring Alexia Fast, Drew Henderson.

Love at the Bootcamp| Super Channel Heart & Home I(Romance)
Airdate: Friday, November 21 at 8 p.m. ET / On Demand same day
When a scattered marketing exec is tasked with helping an unpopular small-town bootcamp turn its image around, she finds that the strict, regimented ways of its owner might just be the perfect ‘fit’ for love. Starring Leanne Lapp, Daniel Cudmore.

After a milestone 50th Festival, TIFF is finishing the year strong with a winter slate featuring three retrospectives, tributes, anticipated new restorations, a selection of offbeat and traditional holiday films, and special guests at the Lightbox. Luc Moullet: High Altitude celebrates the reappraisal of the irreverent French filmmaker and one of the last living members of the nouvelle vague with newly-restored features and rarely-screened shorts, following retrospectives in New York and Los Angeles. Lyon-born Lucile Hadzihalilovic is spotlighted in Growing Pains: Lucile Hadzihalilovic’s New Worlds, a retrospective timed with the release of her latest film, The Ice Tower. Joining a North American tour organized by leading film institutions, TIFF Cinematheque presents its most extensive retrospective of Japanese visionary Mikio Naruse since his centennial in 2005.

TIFF also pays tribute to screen legend Robert Redford with Special Screenings of Ordinary People and The Sting, celebrating his legacy as a director and actor. Ahead of Viola Desmond Day on November 8, TIFF presents a free 35mm screening of Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit hosted by Jully Black on November 7. Other highlights include the Canadian premiere of the 2K restoration of Mary Stephen’s Ombres de soie; a centennial screening of Charlie Chaplin’s The Gold Rush and a 30th anniversary screening of The White Balloon in 35mm by Jafar Panahi, whose TIFF 50 Official Selection It Was Just an Accident opens at the Lightbox on October 24.

For the holidays, the popular Magnificent 70mm series returns with widescreen classics like 2001: A Space Odyssey and Top Gun. Alternative festive favourites include the 25th anniversary screening of American Psycho with filmmaker Mary Harron in attendance on December 5, the 35th anniversary of Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands; and Lynne Ramsay’s Morvern Callar starring Samantha Morton, both screening in 35mm. Audiences can also catch Ramsay’s latest, Die My Love, at the Lightbox starting November 7. Plus, TIFF will once again screen Stanley Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut, continuing its New Year’s Eve tradition. Rounding out the celebration is the return of TIFF’s popular Sing Along series hosted by local performers and packed with fun!

Look out for buzzworthy New Releases playing at the Lightbox in November, including Richard Linklater’s TIFF 50 features Blue Moon and the much-anticipated Nouvelle Vague; Harris Dickinson’s directorial debut Urchin, and Luca Guadagnino’s After the Hunt, screening in glorious 35mm. An exciting December lineup including Kleber Mendonça Filho’s The Secret Agent (TIFF 50), is on the way, just in time for the holidays, packed with awards-season hopefuls and hidden gems. Visit tiff.net for more details.

Tickets for November programming will be available to TIFF Members on Wednesday, October 15, and to the public on Friday, October 17. Tickets for December programming will be available to TIFF Members on Wednesday, November 12, and to the public on Friday, November 14. See tiff.net for up-to-date programming.

NOVEMBER/ DECEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

TIFF CINEMATHEQUE

Luc Moullet: High Altitude with series curator Andréa Picard

November 1–23

TIFF Cinematheque is presenting a tribute to Luc Moullet, a major figure in French independent cinema and one of the last living filmmakers and critics from la nouvelle vague. Luc Moullet: High Altitude includes seven new feature restorations (courtesy of Cinema Guild) and four rarely-screened short films, which testify to Moullet’s singular brand of irreverence, satirical social commentary, and his passion for a certain Alpine landscape. Highlights include his 1966 debut feature, Brigitte et Brigitte, which Godard hailed as “revolutionary,” his Jean Vigo Prize–winning The Comedy of Work, and one of the greatest films made about cinephilia, Les Sièges de l’Alcazar. Curated by TIFF Senior Curator Andréa Picard, guests in this series include Dylan Adamson and Will Sloan.

Growing Pains: Lucile Hadzihalilovic’s New Worlds with guest curator Saffron Maeve

November 7–23

Spanning 30 years, Lucile Hadzihalilovic’s five features and three shorts offer a cinema of domestic dystopias — cloistered children, their odd caretakers, and the ominous higher-ups who pull the strings. Enduringly attuned to the ways that childhood is thwarted by the disorienting (and often violent) shift into adolescence, the French filmmaker has spent her career fashioning perverse fairytales, from the dreamy and sinister boarding school reverie Innocence to her latest, Marion Cotillard–starring The Ice Tower. Curated by film critic and curator Saffron Maeve.

Daughters, Wives, and Mothers: The Films of Mikio Naruse with series curator Robyn Citizen

November 28 – January 25

TIFF Cinematheque celebrates the 120th anniversary of Japanese filmmaker Mikio Naruse with a 19-film retrospective. Featuring six imported 35mm prints from the Japan Foundation, the tribute is currently touring North America with stops including Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Edmonton, and Winnipeg. A devoted chronicler of Japan’s “shomin” — the common people — Naruse focused on resilient, flawed women navigating postwar social upheavals. The filmmaker’s frequent collaborations with Hideko Takamine and novelist Fumiko Hayashi are highlighted in this retrospective following his evolution from the stylistic flair and optimism of early films like Morning’s Tree-Lined Street to the understated visuals and emotional precision of later masterpieces such as Floating Clouds and When A Woman Ascends the Stairs. Curated by Robyn Citizen, TIFF Director of Programming & Platform Lead.

Generously supported by the Japan Foundation, Toronto.

See the North presented by MUBI

November 4, 6:30pm: Jean of the Joneses (2016) dir. Stella Meghie, with recorded introduction by the director

December 9, 6:30pm: Meditation Park (2017) dir. Mina Shum

TIFF Family Films

November 8, 1:15pm: The White Balloon (1995) dir. Jafar Panahi, 30th anniversary, 35mm!

From the Collection with Cameron Bailey

November 11 , 6:30pm: A Separation (2011) dir. Ashgar Farhadi, 35mm!

December 2, 6:30pm: An Education (2009) dir. Lone Scherfig, 35mm!

TIFF Wavelengths Presents

November 12, 6:30pm: Hair, Paper, Water… (2025) dirs. Nicolas Graux & Trương Minh Quý, with recorded introduction by the directors

December 3, 7:00pm: Heart of the World: 50 years of the Winnipeg Film Group with guest curator Vivian Belik

MDFF Selects

November 27, 6:30pm: Fiume o morte! (2025) dir. Igor Bezinović

TIFF Next Wave Presents

November 26, 6:30pm: The Pee Pee Poo Poo Man (2024) dir. Braden Sitter Sr., with New Toronto Bizarre, post-screening Q&A with the director

TIFF Special Screenings

November 1, 3:30pm and November 2, 4pm: Robert Redford tribute featuring Ordinary People (1980) dir. Robert Redford, 45th anniversary, and The Sting (1973) dir. George Roy Hill

TIFF Cinematheque New & Restored

November 15, 2pm: The Gold Rush (1925) dir. Charlie Chaplin, 100th anniversary, new 4K restoration!

November 15 & 25, 6:30pm: The Death of Mr. Lazarescu (2005) dir. Cristi Puiu, 20th anniversary, digital restoration

November 20, 6:30pm: Ombres de soie (1978) dir. Mary Stephen, post-show recorded Q&A with the director, Canadian Premiere of new 2K restoration

TIFF PUBLIC PROGRAMMING SPOTLIGHT: SPECIAL GUESTS & SIGNATURE EVENTS

November 7, 9:30pm: Free event! Viola Desmond Day: Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993) dir. Bill Duke, with special guest Jully Black

To commemorate the 79th anniversary of Viola Desmond’s historic stand against racial segregation on November 8, 1946, TIFF proudly presents a free 35mm screening of Bill Duke’s beloved sequel to Sister Act, co-curated by “Canada’s Queen of R&B Soul” Jully Black. Before the screening, Black will join TIFF for an onstage conversation moderated by Angeline Tetteh-Wayoe, host-producer of The Block on CBC Music, about how the film shaped her voice and its enduring message, in Black’s words, “that music can be protest and praise all at once.”

November 12, 8pm: TIFF Advance Screening: The Running Man (2025) dir. Edgar Wright, in-person Q&A with the director

Edgar Wright attending! TIFF Members’ exclusive special screening of The Running Man, followed by a conversation with screenplay writer-director Edgar Wright (Shaun of the Dead, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Last Night in Soho) about the process of adapting Stephen King’s prescient novel for the big screen. Tickets will go on sale for TIFF Members on Wednesday, October 22 at 10am.

November 22, 1pm: Princess Mononoke (1997) dir. Hayao Miyazaki, with Skills for Change

Marking the 40th anniversary of Studio Ghibli, TIFF Community Impact is thrilled to join Skills for Change to co-present a new 4K restoration of Hayao Miyazaki’s eco-masterpiece Princess Mononoke. Before the screening, representatives from Skills for Change’s Youth Climate Action Initiative (YCAI) will join TIFF for an onstage conversation about mobilizing youth as leaders in building sustainable futures.

December 6, 12pm: Free event! Silver Screenings: Amélie (2001) dir. Jean-Pierre Jeunet, with TIFF Next Wave

TIFF Silver Screenings, a film community for seniors, teams up with the TIFF Next Wave Committee for an intergenerational screening of Amélie, winner of the People’s Choice Award at TIFF ’01. Audrey Tautou stars as the titular character in this nostalgic romantic comedy about a quirky waitress who combats isolation through her vivid imagination, and seeks connection with her fellow Parisians through random acts of kindness. Before the screening, audiences can join TIFF for a talk and activities inspired by the film’s bold visual style.

HOLIDAY PROGRAMMING LISTINGS

Tickets to Cinematheque series are free to TIFF Members. 70mm and Special Presentations have paid ticketing.Ticket pricing can be found here.

TIFF PUBLIC PROGRAMMING SPOTLIGHT: SPECIAL GUESTS & SIGNATURE EVENTS

Sing Alongs: Mary Poppins, The Greatest Showman, and The Lion King

December 14, 18, 20

TIFF’s Sing Along screenings return with a lineup of beloved movie musicals for all ages that celebrate spectacle, everyday magic, and finding joy together. Award-winning comedian Martha Chaves hosts Mary Poppins on December 14, and The Greatest Showman on December 18. Actor Salvatore Antonio, who played Scar in the latest Toronto production of Disney’s The Lion King, hosts the beloved 1994 animated story of Simba on December 20. Fun for the whole family, these immersive events will feature warm-up activities, prop bags, and onscreen lyrics.

TIFF CINEMATHEQUE

Magnificent 70mm

December 5 – January 1

Spend your winter in widescreen with the return of Magnificent 70mm. This holiday season, TIFF Cinematheque presents a slate of rare 70mm prints including favourites like 2001: A Space Odyssey, North by Northwest, and Top Gun.TIFF is one of the few theatres in Toronto where audiences can watch classics on 70mm and celebrate the way these films were meant to be seen.

TIFF Special Screenings

November 8, 4:15pm and November 22, 4pm: Morvern Callar (2002) dir. Lynne Ramsay, 35mm!

December 5, 6:30pm: American Psycho (2000) dir. Mary Harron, in-person Q&A with the director, 25th anniversary

December 31, 6:30pm: Eyes Wide Shut (1999) dir. Stanley Kubrick

TIFF Family Films

December 28, 4pm: Edward Scissorhands (1990) dir. Tim Burton, 35th anniversary, 35mm!