Today we get a new Trailer for MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE!
RELEASE DATE: In Theatres only June 5
STARRING: Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin,
Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Featuring Kristen Wiig as the voice of “Roboto”
with Jared Leto and Idris Elba
DIRECTOR: Travis Knight
SCREENPLAY: Chris Butler and Aaron Nee & Adam Nee & Dave Callaham
STORY: Aaron Nee & Adam Nee and Alex Litvak & Michael Finch
BASED ON: MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE by MATTEL
PRODUCED BY: Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, DeVon Franklin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, David Bloomfield
GENRE: Sci-fi Action Adventure
RUNTIME: 132 minutes
In MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.
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THE THEATRICAL ROLLOUT FOR JOHN EARLY’S MADDIE’S SECRET BEGINS JUNE 19, 2026 AT THE TIFF LIGHTBOX
Selected Festivals:
Will be screening at INSIDE OUT 2026 as part of its International Showcase Program on May 28, 2026.
Toronto International Film Festival 2025 – World Premiere
International Film Festival Rotterdam 2026
Cinequest Film Festival 2026
Los Angeles Festival of Movies 2026
Chicago Critics Film Festival 2026
SXSW London 2026
MADDIE’S SECRET marks a bold new voice in contemporary cinema as the feature film debut of acclaimed comedian and actor John Early (Search Party, Eternity, The Comeback). Written, directed and produced by Early, the film is a pitch-perfect blend of satire and melodrama, about a plucky dishwasher (John Early) who leaps to viral superstardom at a trendy food content creation company. While her life seems picturesque, complete with an adoring husband (Eric Rahill), ride-or-die best friend (Kate Berlant) and a cupboard full of woman-owned ethically-sourced chili crisp to boot — mounting professional pressures threaten to reawaken a hidden secret from her troubled past.
Director: John Early
Writer: John Early
Cast:
John Early (Search Party, Eternity, The Comeback) as Maddie Ralph
Kate Berlant (Plantman & Blondie: A Dress Up Gang Film, I Love Boosters, A League of Their Own) as Deena
Eric Rahill (Friendship, The Paper, Wishful Thinking) as Jake
Kristen Johnston (Leanne, Mom, 3rd Rock from the Sun) as Beverlee Ralph
Claudia O’Doherty (Killing It, Extra Ordinary, Never Have I Ever) as Emily
Conner O’Malley (Friendship, The Chair Company, Bodies Bodies Bodies) as Zach
Vanessa Bayer (Saturday Night Live, Scrubs, Freakier Friday) as Julie
Chris Bauer (True Blood, Heels, Thunderbolts*) as Dr. Kronenfeld
Cinematographer: Max Lakner
Editor: Danny Scharar
Production Designer: Gordon Landenberger
Composer: Michael Hesslein
Producers:
Harris Mayersohn
Luca Intili
John Early
Executive Producers:
Chris Quintos Cathcart
Tyler Boehm
Hannah Dweck
Ted Schaefer
Sarah Herrman
Deb Tam
Matthew Rosenthal
Marissa Heringer
Country: United States of America
Runtime: 98 minutes
Language: English
Canadian Distributor: Photon Films
U.S. Distributor: Magnolia Pictures
Note: Magnolia Pictures will be releasing the film on June 19 in the U.S. In Canada, Photon Films will be releasing MADDIE’S SECRET in theatres also beginning June 19, 2026.
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Launched in 2010, Photon Films and Media (photonfilms.ca ) formerly Pacific Northwest Pictures, is a leading Canadian entertainment company specializing in the development, financing, production and distribution of feature films for the domestic and international marketplace. With an emphasis on high quality films from leading filmmakers in diverse genres, Photon Films brings those films to consumers with innovative forms of marketing and distribution across all distribution platforms.
Recent theatrical releases include Youngblood directed by Hubert Davis and Little Lorraine directed by Andy Hines and starring Stephen Amell, Sean Astin, J Balvin, Matt Walsh, Rhys Darby and Stephen McHattie. (TIFF 2025), Pillion directed by Harry Lighton and starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård and Holy Days from Nat Boltt and starring Jacki Weaver, Miriam Margolyes and Judy Davis.
Legendary Actor and Writer Molly Ringwald made an appearance in Toronto last night as part of Toronto Public Library’s Salon Series. She moderated a conversation with JUDY BLUME, A LIFE Author Mark Oppenheimer in an hour-long chat followed by a book signing. The two reflected upon the iconic Author known best for her timeless children’s and young adult novels, of which Ringwald proudly is an avid fan. She also happened the narrate the Audiobook for Oppenheimer‘s authorized Biography.
We learned so much about Blume‘s trailblazing career and life, including her relationships, her fight against censorship, and how today she spends much of her time operating her bookshop in Key West with her husband. Blume was fearless in approaching subject matter many kids were and still are afraid to talk about with their parents growing-up, in effect a figurative “mother” to multiple generations.
Ringwald needs little introduction. Her body of work speaks for itself having delivered us some timeless performances, whether you know her from John Hughes’ incredible Brat Pack films, or even some of Ryan Murphy‘s more recent anthology series. Hearing her speak about something that meant so much to her, and meeting her quickly, meant so much to me!
Some highlights. And yes, I called her “My Judy Blume” because she truly is!
Learn more about the Salon series here.
Buy JUDY BLUME, A LIFE here.
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Hollywood Suite is checking audiences back into Hell Motel, announcing a second season that transforms the limited series into an anthology. Currently in production, the instalment titled Hell Motel: Murder at Red Mountain marks the latest chapter from Slasher series creators Aaron Martin and Ian Carpenter. The new season will air on Hollywood Suite and be available On Demand in Canada, and on Shudder and AMC+ in the US.
Set at a mountain resort known for eliminating people’s inhibitions and amplifying their desires, Hell Motel: Murder at Red Mountain continues to reveal the chilling consequences of surrendering to our darkest impulses amidst the unique Cold River landscape. As guests and staff go missing without explanation and violent incidents increase, it becomes clear that Red Mountain has a long, horrific history for a reason—and that no one is safe.
Canadian actor Devon Sawa (Idle Hands, Final Destination, Casper, TV’s Chucky) stars as Patrick, a man with a thirst for alternative facts and theories who comes to the resort to look into historic mysteries tied to Red Mountain. Further casting is yet to be announced.
“When we were handed the keys for another stay at Hell Motel with Aaron Martin and Ian Carpenter, we checked in immediately,” said Sharon Stevens, Vice President of Programming, Hollywood Suite. “We’re always excited to bring high-quality, Canadian-made storytelling to our screens. Plus, it’s a real bonus to have Canadian fan-favourite Devon Sawa join the cast for this season.”
“I was already a huge fan of Hell Motel. So joining season two, in Canada no less, felt like an honour,” said Devon Sawa. “The amazing people at Shaftesbury assembled an incredible team of creatives. Thank you to them, Hollywood Suite, AMC, and of course, to all my friends over at Shudder.”
“The first season established Hell Motel as a standout series with strong potential for new stories and directions, so evolving it into an anthology felt like a natural next step,” said Christina Jennings, Chairman and President, Shaftesbury. “We’re proud to continue building this franchise with such strong creative partners at every level.”
Hell Motel: Murder at Red Mountain is a Shudder Original Series, developed and produced by Shaftesbury, in association with Hollywood Suite, with the financial participation of Ontario Creates and the Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit. The series is created and executive-produced by showrunners Martin and Carpenter. Additional executive producers include Christina Jennings, Scott Garvie, and Adam MacDonald, who also directs. AMC Global Media holds distribution rights.
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Curated by real movie lovers, Hollywood Suite operates four exclusive HD channels that showcase must-see movies from the Golden Age to today, plus exclusive new series from around the world, always uncut and commercial-free. With hundreds of movies every month on four HD channels and Hollywood Suite On Demand, Hollywood Suite provides unparalleled value to subscribers.
Hollywood Suite is available to over 10 million households across Canada, exclusively through Canadian television service providers and Amazon Prime Video Channels. Visit hollywoodsuite.ca for more information.
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Toronto’s iconic THE DRAKE HOTEL is ready to unveil their newly renovated Sky Yard.
Designed for long summer nights and golden-hour hangs that feel like the good old days, Sky Yard returns this season with a newly renovated rooftop transformed into a modern lounge in the sky.
The Drake presents a bold, BBQ-forward new menu featuring smoky bites from the charcoal grill, fresh raw bar offerings, tequila- and rum-forward cocktails, and an atmosphere that feels distinctly Drake.
When golden hour hits, the charcoal grill’s fired up, bold sharing plates hit the table, and drinks follow close behind. Evenings ease into DJ sets and a relaxed rooftop rhythm. From sun-soaked weekend brunch to monthly guest chef BBQ takeovers, there’s always something on at Sky Yard.
The Sky Yard BBQ menu balances charcoal-grilled favourites alongside fresh, vibrant raw plates. We’re serving ceviches and aguachiles with bite, grilled meats with depth, and veg-forward sides for sharing (or not). Our cocktail list leans bright and refreshing, with tequila and rum leading the way, alongside zero-proof and low-ABV options that hold their own from day to night.
Book a table now here.
Patio season has arrived at 4x Michelin-recommended GEORGE in Toronto! Tucked behind the dining room, GEORGE’s enclosed courtyard has always been one of those spots locals know about and visitors stumble onto by accident. This season it officially opens for the summer — last week of May, or sooner if the weather cooperates.
It’s the kind of patio that actually earns the name: creeping ivy, a quiet water feature, sunshades and fans so it stays comfortable past sunset. The full GEORGE menu is available outside, plus a dedicated aperitivo program — shareable plates and cocktails designed for the kind of evening where nobody’s in a rush.
Capacity at George:
Regular dining – 52 covers
Seated dinner – 60 private events
Cocktail reception – 100 standing
Reserve at table now here.
The anticipated documentary series, World War II With Tom Hanks debuts on Monday, May 25, 2026 with a three-hour episode beginning at 8 p.m. ET/PT on The HISTORY® Channel and available to stream on STACKTV.
The 20-episode series stars acclaimed actor Tom Hanks, whose numerous accolades include two Academy Awards®, multiple Emmy Awards®, Golden Globe Awards®, and countless other honors. As the series Executive Producer and Narrator, Tom is joined by historians to present a deeply human portrait of the war to viewers.
For eighty years, the Second World War has remained the most devastating and defining conflict in human history. World War II with Tom Hanks is a landmark documentary event that reexamines the war through the lens of a new century. Told over twenty hours and guided by Tom Hanks, whose lifelong passion for this history has shaped some of the most profound screen portrayals of the era, the series captures the full arc of the war — from the rise of fascism in Europe to the fall of Berlin, from Pearl Harbor to Hiroshima, and the uneasy peace that follows. Each episode uncovers new dimensions of the conflict: the decisions that shaped the battlefield, the unseen networks that sustained the war effort, and the aftershocks that still shape our world today.
World War II With Tom Hanks along with The HISTORY® Channel’s other hit series can be streamed via STACKTV, available on Amazon Prime Video, Bell Fibe TV app, Rogers Ignite TV and Ignite Streaming. Showcase is also available through all major TV distributors, including: Shaw, Shaw Direct, Rogers, Bell, Videotron, Telus, Cogeco, Eastlink and SaskTel.
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CALL MY AGENT! THE MOVIE premieres globally on Netflix September 10, 2026, this announcement hot off its Cannes premiere.
ABOUT CALL MY AGENT! THE MOVIE
Five years after the agency closed its doors, Andréa is finally ready to direct her first feature film. When her lead actor quits and she falls out with her producer, she joins forces with Noémie—now a successful reality TV producer—believing she can easily manipulate her. But as she faces a complete recasting, on-set disasters, and a legal battle threatening the custody of her daughter, everything begins to unravel. One by one, the former ASK colleagues converge on this high-tension film set. Each arrives with their own role, their ego, and a fair share of old grudges—little do they know what this reunion truly has in store for them.
DIRECTED BY: Emilie Noblet
WRITTEN BY: Fanny Herrero, Lison Daniel
PRODUCED BY: Mediawan – Mon Voisin Productions and Mother Production
WITH THE PARTICIPATION OF: France Télévisions
CAST: Camille Cottin, Laure Calamy, Thibault de Montalembert, Grégory Montel, Nicolas Maury, Fanny Sidney, Liliane Rovère, Laetitia Casta, Vincent Macaigne, Ophélia Kolb, Anne Marivin et Laurent Lafitte
Today, Paramount+ announced the premiere date for the second season of The Agency and released the official trailer and first-look images from the upcoming installment. All ten episodes of The Agency Season 2 will be available June 21, 2026 on Paramount+. The acclaimed spy thriller stars two-time Academy Award® nominee Michael Fassbender, Academy Award nominee Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith, Katherine Waterston and Richard Gere.
The Agency follows Martian (Fassbender), a CIA agent living undercover in his own life. Samia (Turner-Smith), his lover, is a political prisoner in Sudan, and he will do anything to try to save her, even past the point of treachery. The only way out is deeper in. A knife-edge Martian must walk if he is to save love, life, and his mission.
The series stars Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith, Katherine Waterson, Harriet Sansom Harris, John Magaro, Saura Lightfoot-Leon, India Fowler, Andrew Brooke, Christian Ochoa Lavernia, Reza Brojerdi, Ambreen Razia, Alex Reznik and Richard Gere. Dominic West and Hugh Bonneville guest star. Recurring cast includes Medalion Rahimi, Tessa Ferrer, Clayne Crawford, Keanush Tafreshi and Raza Jaffrey.
The second season of The Agency was commissioned by Paramount+ and produced in association with Paramount Television Studios and 101 Studios. Tony® winner Jez Butterworth and John-Henry Butterworth return as writers and executive producers. Executive producers also include David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin and Bob Yari for 101 Studios; George Clooney and Grant Heslov for Smokehouse Pictures; Alex Berger for TOP – The Originals Productions; Ashley Stern and Pascal Breton for Federation Studios/Federation Entertainment of America; Michael Fassbender, Joe Wright and Keith Cox.
A fresh take on the critically acclaimed hit French drama Le Bureau des Légendes (The Bureau internationally). The Bureau was created by Eric Rochant and is a Création CANAL+ original series produced by TOP – The Originals Productions and Federation Studios.
Season One is available to stream on Paramount+.
For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com, and follow @ParamountPlusCA on social media.
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Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next‑generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television, CBS, CBS News, CBS Sports, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, SHOWTIME®, Paramount+, Pluto TV, Skydance Animation, Film, Television, and Interactive/Games, and the newly established Paramount Sports Entertainment. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com.
On Monday, May 18, 2026, Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel welcomed guests through the gates of Castle Grayskull for the world premiere of Masters of the Universe at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
Attendees were transported from Hollywood to Eternia as the film’s cast, filmmakers, and special guests celebrated the epic cinematic adventure inspired by the iconic franchise.
Talent in attendance included cast members Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Idris Elba, Alison Brie, Morena Baccarin, Sam C. Wilson, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Sasheer Zamata, Christian Vunipola, Jon Xue Zhang, Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, and Kojo Attah; director Travis Knight; producers Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, and Devon Franklin; executive producers Ynon Kreiz and Bill Bannerman; and special guest Dolph Lundgren.
Following the screening, guests journeyed to a post-premiere celebration at The Hollywood Roosevelt, where the world of Eternia continued late into the evening.
RELEASE DATE: In Theatres only June 5
STARRING: Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, Featuring Kristen Wiig as the voice of “Roboto” with Jared Leto and Idris Elba
DIRECTOR: Travis Knight
SCREENPLAY: Chris Butler and Aaron Nee & Adam Nee & Dave Callaham
STORY: Aaron Nee & Adam Nee and Alex Litvak & Michael Finch
BASED ON: MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE by MATTEL
PRODUCED BY: Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, DeVon Franklin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, David Bloomfield
GENRE: Sci-fi Action Adventure
RATED: PG-13
RUNTIME: 140 minutes
In MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.
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