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🎬 Aladdin (2025) - Official Trailer - Will Smith, Naomi Scott and Dwayne Johnson

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In "Aladdin (2025)", the magical tale returns with a fresh twist. Will Smith reprises his role as the Genie, bringing even more charisma and humor to the character. Naomi Scott returns as Princess Jasmine, now a more assertive and politically savvy leader, while Dwayne Johnson joins the cast as a new character, General Rakhim, a formidable rival with his own ambitions for Agrabah.

The story begins with Aladdin (Mena Massoud) and Jasmine ruling Agrabah together, striving to bring peace and prosperity. However, a new threat emerges when General Rakhim, a powerful warlord from a neighboring kingdom, seeks to conquer Agrabah using a mysterious ancient artifact. The Genie, now free but still loyal to his friends, senses the artifact’s dark magic and warns Aladdin and Jasmine.

As Rakhim’s forces approach, Aladdin and Jasmine must unite their people and seek allies. Jasmine’s leadership is tested as she negotiates with rival factions, while Aladdin embarks on a quest to find a way to neutralize the artifact’s power. Along the way, Genie provides comic relief and magical assistance, but his powers are limited outside the lamp.

The climax sees a massive battle at the gates of Agrabah. Rakhim uses the artifact to summon a sandstorm, but Aladdin, with Jasmine’s help, manages to outwit him and destroy the artifact, breaking its hold over Rakhim. In the end, Rakhim is redeemed, and Agrabah enters a new era of peace.

🎬 Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts (2025) - Big Game Trailer | Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan

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Thunderbolts (2025) brings together a ragtag team of antiheroes and reformed villains from across the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film opens with Valentina Allegra de Fontaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) assembling her own covert strike team in the wake of the Avengers’ absence. The core lineup includes Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan), John Walker/U.S. Agent (Wyatt Russell), Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), Red Guardian (David Harbour), and Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen).

The plot kicks off when a rogue scientist steals a dangerous vibranium-based weapon from a Wakandan outpost. The Thunderbolts are tasked with retrieving it before it falls into the hands of a shadowy organization led by the mysterious Sentry (Steven Yeun), whose unstable powers threaten global catastrophe. As the team tracks the weapon across Europe and Asia, they face betrayals, moral dilemmas, and the ghosts of their own pasts.

Yelena and Bucky clash over leadership, while Red Guardian provides comic relief and unexpected wisdom. Ghost’s powers become unstable, forcing the team to confront the consequences of their own actions. In a climactic battle in a crumbling Eastern European fortress, Sentry’s powers spiral out of control, nearly destroying the team. Ultimately, Bucky sacrifices his chance at redemption to save Yelena, and the Thunderbolts manage to neutralize the weapon, but at great personal cost.

The film ends with Valentina hinting at a larger agenda, setting up future MCU storylines. The Thunderbolts, now bonded by their shared trauma, walk away as unlikely heroes, but with the world still wary of their methods.

🎬 John Wick: Ballerina (2025) New Trailer - Ana de Armas, Keanu Reeves

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“John Wick: Ballerina” (2025) is the first major spin-off in the John Wick universe, directed by Len Wiseman and starring Ana de Armas as Eve Macarro, a ballerina-turned-assassin. The film is set during the events of “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum,” filling in narrative gaps before the fourth chapter. The story follows Eve, who is trained in the deadly traditions of the Ruska Roma organization, as she seeks revenge for her family’s murder. Her quest for vengeance leads her to the Continental Hotel in New York, where she seeks help from Winston Scott (Ian McShane). However, her journey takes a dangerous turn when the Director (Anjelica Huston) sends John Wick (Keanu Reeves) himself to stop her, resulting in a high-stakes showdown between the two assassins.

The new trailer reveals that Eve is not only fighting her way up the criminal underworld but must also face off against John Wick, who offers her a choice: leave or die. Instead, Eve retaliates, leading to an explosive confrontation. The film’s action sequences are intense, with Ana de Armas wielding everything from pistols to flamethrowers, and the choreography is in line with the franchise’s signature style. The cast also includes Gabriel Byrne, Norman Reedus, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, and the late Lance Reddick in his final appearance as Charon. The film is produced by Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, and Chad Stahelski, with Stahelski reportedly overseeing significant reshoots to ensure the film matches the franchise’s high standards.

As for the budget, “Ballerina” is reported to have a production budget in the range of $80–100 million, reflecting its ambitious action set pieces and star-studded cast. Ana de Armas, now a major Hollywood star, has an estimated net worth of $10–12 million, while Keanu Reeves’ net worth is estimated at over $380 million, thanks to his long career and the massive success of the John Wick franchise.

🎬 Karate Kid 2 (2025) : The Legends – Teaser Trailer | Jackie Chan | Sony Pictures

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Karate Kid 2 (2025): The Legends picks up decades after the events of the original films, reuniting Jackie Chan’s Mr. Han and Ralph Macchio’s Daniel LaRusso in a cross-generational martial arts adventure. The story begins with Daniel traveling to China after receiving a mysterious letter from Mr. Han, who is now running a martial arts academy for underprivileged youth. Daniel, still grappling with the loss of his mentor Mr. Miyagi, finds himself drawn into Han’s world, where he’s asked to help train a new generation of students.

The main plot centers around a global martial arts tournament, “The Legends Cup,” which brings together the best young fighters from around the world. Mr. Han’s star pupil, Li Wei, is a talented but troubled teenager with a complicated past. Daniel and Han must work together to guide Li Wei, teaching him not just about fighting, but about honor, discipline, and forgiveness. Meanwhile, a shadowy rival dojo, led by a vengeful former student of Han, threatens to undermine the tournament and the values it stands for.

The film’s emotional core revolves around the mentorship between Daniel, Han, and Li Wei, echoing the themes of legacy and redemption. The climactic battle sees Li Wei facing his rival in a high-stakes match, ultimately choosing mercy over vengeance, proving he has learned the true meaning of karate.

🎬 Aquaman 3 (2025) - First Trailer | Timothée Chalamet, Jason Momoa

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In Aquaman 3 (2025), the underwater kingdom of Atlantis faces its greatest threat yet. After the events of the previous film, Arthur Curry (Jason Momoa) has established a fragile peace between the surface and the sea. However, a mysterious new force emerges: Prince Lysander (Timothée Chalamet), a charismatic and brilliant Atlantean exile with a claim to the throne. Lysander, disillusioned by Arthur’s alliance with the surface world, rallies a faction of Atlanteans who believe Atlantis should dominate, not coexist.

The film opens with a spectacular underwater chase as Lysander’s followers sabotage a diplomatic summit. Arthur, now a father, struggles to balance his duties as king and parent. Mera (Amber Heard) is torn between supporting Arthur and understanding Lysander’s grievances, as she once shared similar doubts about the surface.

Lysander’s plan involves awakening an ancient sea titan, dormant beneath the Mariana Trench. With the help of advanced Atlantean technology and forbidden magic, he unleashes the beast, causing catastrophic tsunamis and threatening global destruction. Arthur and Lysander engage in a series of intense battles, both physical and ideological, debating the future of Atlantis and humanity.

🎬 Midsomer Murders Season 25 (2025) - Official Trailer

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| Neil Dudgeon, Fiona Dolman, Nick Hendrix

Midsomer Murders Season 25 (2025) marks a significant milestone for the beloved British crime drama, continuing its tradition of blending picturesque English countryside with dark, intricate mysteries. The season opens with DCI John Barnaby (Neil Dudgeon) and DS Jamie Winter (Nick Hendrix) investigating a series of bizarre murders in the village of Elverton, where a local folklore festival turns deadly. Fiona Dolman returns as Sarah Barnaby, providing both emotional support and occasional insight into the cases.

This season, the show delves deeper into the personal lives of its main characters. Barnaby faces challenges balancing his demanding job with family life, while Winter contemplates a major career decision after a close call in the field. The murders themselves are more elaborate than ever, involving everything from poisoned mead at a medieval fair to a chilling case of mistaken identity at a masquerade ball. Each episode is packed with red herrings, eccentric suspects, and the signature dry wit that fans have come to love.

In terms of production, Midsomer Murders continues to maintain a high standard. The estimated spending budget for Season 25 is around £2.5 million per episode, reflecting the costs of location shoots, period costumes, and a large supporting cast. The show’s enduring popularity ensures that ITV is willing to invest in top-notch production values, including cinematic visuals and atmospheric music.

🎬 Top Gun 3 (2026) - First Trailer | Tom Cruise, Dwayne Johnson

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In “Top Gun 3 (2026),” the story picks up several years after the events of “Top Gun: Maverick.” Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) is now a revered instructor at the Top Gun academy, mentoring a new generation of elite pilots. The film opens with Maverick being called back into action when a mysterious new threat emerges in the Pacific, involving advanced drone technology and a rogue nation’s stealth fighters.

Enter Dwayne Johnson as Commander Jack “Titan” Carter, a decorated Navy SEAL and aviation specialist brought in to collaborate with Maverick. Their initial relationship is tense, as Titan’s by-the-book approach clashes with Maverick’s legendary risk-taking. However, as the stakes rise, the two must learn to trust each other to lead a daring mission behind enemy lines.

The trailer teases breathtaking aerial dogfights, high-octane training sequences, and a dramatic rescue operation. Maverick and Titan assemble a diverse team of young pilots, including the return of familiar faces like Miles Teller’s “Rooster.” The climax features a heart-stopping battle above the Pacific, where Maverick and Titan must outmaneuver enemy drones and save a captured pilot, pushing their skills and teamwork to the limit.

🎬 Invasion of the Mermaids (2025) - Official Trailer

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Invasion of the Mermaids (2025) is a dark fantasy epic directed by Guillermo del Toro, featuring a star-studded cast including Anya Taylor-Joy, Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, and Cate Blanchett. The story begins with strange disturbances in the world’s oceans: mass whale migrations, vanishing fishing fleets, and a cruise ship found eerily abandoned. Dr. Evelyn Carter (Cate Blanchett), a renowned marine biologist, is among the first to suspect that something ancient and powerful is awakening beneath the waves.

The truth is soon revealed: a hidden civilization of merfolk, led by the vengeful Queen Sirena (Anya Taylor-Joy), has risen to reclaim the oceans and punish humanity for centuries of pollution and exploitation. Sirena, aided by her fierce general Kael (Jason Momoa), launches devastating attacks on coastal cities, using supernatural powers to flood streets and drag entire populations into the sea. Humanity is thrown into chaos as the mermaids’ motives—revenge and survival—become clear.

Meanwhile, young researcher Leo Maddox (Timothée Chalamet) and ex-navy diver Maya Torres (Zendaya) discover an ancient artifact in the Mariana Trench, the source of the mermaids’ power. As global governments scramble to respond, Evelyn, Leo, and Maya embark on a desperate mission to sever the mermaids’ control over the tides. The film climaxes in a breathtaking underwater battle between Maya and Sirena, with the fate of both species hanging in the balance. In the end, the artifact is destroyed, weakening the mermaids, but not before humanity is forced to reckon with its environmental sins. The survivors must choose between continued conflict or a fragile coexistence with the merfolk.

I just discovered the Hollywood forum LOL.

Coming to which upcoming movie I'm looking most forward to, it's Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another starring Leonardo DiCaprio. It's probably releasing in September or October. I have seen PTA's Inherent Vice and Licorice Pizza and both of them have been such bangers. I particularly like his filmmaking style.

I have had a soft spot for DiCaprio films since childhood. It's been a long time I've seen him in a black comedy action film. He usually appears in such serious films except for a few and this one comes in that hysterical category which DiCaprio always nails. The trailer looks quirky and interesting. It seems original and promising. Leo's reaction at the end got me cracked up. "Vive la revolución!"

The trailer for anyone interested:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=feOQFKv2Lw4

I tagged both of you, missFiesty_69 and Lizzie since I know only you on this forum right now! Also, the forum looks a bit silent.

Originally posted by: ThaneOfElsinore

I just discovered the Hollywood forum LOL.

Coming to which upcoming movie I'm looking most forward to, it's Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another starring Leonardo DiCaprio. It's probably releasing in September or October. I have seen PTA's Inherent Vice and Licorice Pizza and both of them have been such bangers. I particularly like his filmmaking style.

I have had a soft spot for DiCaprio films since childhood. It's been a long time I've seen him in a black comedy action film. He usually appears in such serious films except for a few and this one comes in that hysterical category which DiCaprio always nails. The trailer looks quirky and interesting. It seems original and promising. Leo's reaction at the end got me cracked up. "Vive la revolución!"

The trailer for anyone interested:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=feOQFKv2Lw4

I tagged both of you, missFiesty_69 and Lizzie since I know only you on this forum right now! Also, the forum looks a bit silent.

I’m not much of a movie person I don’t watch unless someone tells me it’s nice and I’m missing something out

Lizzie on the other hand I think loves movies ( or so I understood).

I’ll watch the trailer nevertheless