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The Fantastic Four: First Steps Overtakes A Major Action-Adventure Starring Harrison Ford (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Fantastic Four: First Steps opened to a strong box office debut, backed by an impressive 86% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes and a solid 7.3/10 IMDb rating. With such a promising start, Marvel’s latest superhero outing seemed poised for a blockbuster run. However, momentum slowed sooner than expected, as the film saw a sharp drop in its second weekend. The silver lining: with no major new releases, there’s little competition to pull audiences away from theaters.

Currently ranking among the year’s top ten highest-grossing films worldwide, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is projected to finish its theatrical run between $520 million and $570 million globally (per Screen Rant). Its current global total stands at over $385 million (per Box Office Mojo), so there’s still plenty of ground to cover. In its pursuit of profitability during its theatrical run,...

Steven Spielberg and Liam Neeson worked together on the 1993 classic "Schindler's List" (seen above). The film tells the story of Oskar Schindler, a German industrialist who hopes to keep his factories open even as the Nazi party comes to power in Germany. He pays off Nazi officials to employ Jewish workers, effectively shielding them from the Nazi death camps. It takes him some time to realize that he's doing something heroic. He soon begins over-employing his factories, pointedly saving as many Jewish people as possible. At the end of the war, he is said to have saved about 1,200 people.

Neeson's performance was sensitive and tragic, and it earned the actor his only Oscar nomination to date. It seemed logical that Neeson and Spielberg should want to work together again at some point, but it took many years for the appropriate project to manifest. In 2005, it was reported by Variety that the project had been found.

British actor Ray Winstone, best known for his role in Jonathan Glazer’s “Sexy Beast,” will receive the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo at the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival in recognition of his career and contribution to the art of cinema.

Winstone’s recent film credits include Netflix’s “Damsel,” British indie “A Bit of Light,” Marvel’s “Black Widow” and Working Title’s heist drama “King of Thieves.” He will next be seen in the second season of Guy Ritchie’s “The Gentlemen” on Netflix.

Jovan Marjanović, director of the festival, said Winstone has “captivated audiences” with his “great talent and undeniable presence.” He added: “With honesty and intensity that resonate far beyond the screen, he has given us many unforgettable characters.”

Winstone said, “Our passion for great stories and exceptional films is what brings us together. The Sarajevo Film Festival continues to champion cinema that transcends spectacle, offering depth and meaning.

It's easy to forget that George Lucas was the original creative force behind the Indiana Jones franchise. His love of early 20th-century adventure film serials led him to "Star Wars" -- a response to his inability to secure the actual "Buck Rogers" rights -- while 1981's "Raiders of the Lost Ark" was conceived from similar inspirations. In fact, Lucas came up with the idea in 1973, four years before "Star Wars: Episode IV -- A New Hope" hit theaters. Even the name "Indiana" was taken from Lucas' dog -- the same one who inspired the character of Chewbacca.

After "Star Wars" became a massive success, Lucas didn't have the time or drive to make his swashbuckling archeology story a reality, and he ended up handing the project off to his close friend Steven Spielberg and "The Empire Strikes Back" collaborator Lawrence Kasdan. The result, like "Star Wars," was a huge hit,...

All the way back in 1964, when Harrison Ford was just twenty-two years old, he moved to Los Angeles after doing summer stock theatre and signed a contract with Columbia Pictures' New Talent Program. Little did he know he would go on to become one of the most famous cinematic icons of all time. But that would take at least another decade.

Harrison Ford languished in bit parts and uncredited or minor television roles for many years before stepping away to work as a carpenter. In 1973, he landed his big break in "American Graffiti" at the age of 31. The small role was a glimpse into the charismatic star he would become. Ford brings a swagger and winning crooked smile to his brief appearance as the cocky drag racer Bob Falfa, who dares to challenge the reigning drag racing king, John Milner. These qualities would later be considered his trademark. "American Graffiti" was directed by George Lucas,...

The Indiana Jones franchise debuted in 1981 with Raiders of the Lost Ark, and featured five films. For the last release, 2023's Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Steven Spielberg didn't return to the directorial chair, and the film disappointed in theaters.

For his last Indy film, 2008's Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Spielberg reunited with frequent collaborator David Koepp, who wrote the script. The final entry had James Mangold at the helm, and Koepp co-wrote the script with Mangold, Jez Butterworth, and John-Henry Butterworth. In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter to promote his latest film, Jurassic World Rebirth, Koepp solved how the Indiana Jones franchise could continue: as a streaming show.

The first four entries were massive commercial hits, but Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny flopped in theaters. Since its release, there have been no other plans to continue the franchise.

The Jurassic Park franchise is back and has a new installment out in theaters, Jurassic World Rebirth. Although it features a brand-new cast, it brings back the original screenwriter, David Koepp.

Koepp has collaborated with Steven Spielberg on multiple projects, aside from the dinosaur franchise. However, he's now back to the Jurassic franchise for a new era. Although Spielberg didn't direct the new entry, which had Gareth Edwards at the helm, the legendary filmmaker was a producer and was very involved in the project. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Koepp revealed the most important thing for Spielberg in Jurassic World Rebirth.

Speaking about his longtime collaboration with the director, Koepp explained Spielberg is still excited about finding something new for the franchise. "I’ve done 10 or 12 movies with Steven over the years, and I think his favorite part is making them up. The part where you say, 'Hey, do you...

One of the many writers who have participated in the Indiana Jones franchise has now addressed the possibility of continuing the journey of the archaeology professor and adventurer following recent rumors that a reboot is in the works. Screenwriter David Koepp is no stranger to the world of blockbuster IPs, and his latest movie, Jurassic World Rebirth, has shown signs of reviving the dinosaur franchise. Could the intrepid adventurer now get the same treatment?

Koepp is currently enjoying the recent release of Jurassic World Rebirth, his official return to the universe created by Steven Spielberg. The film solidly revives the spirit of the first two Jurassic Park movies, which isn't a coincidence considering Koepp wrote 1993's Jurassic Park and 1997's The Lost World: Jurassic Park. However, these are not the only Spielberg movies he has worked on. Koepp also wrote 2005's War of the Worlds and 2008's Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull...

Even after seeing footage from Steven Spielberg’s highly secretive upcoming sci-fi film, it remains difficult to get a clear sense of the project’s full story and direction.

It seems that was intentional, as the footage was reportedly carefully curated so that no plot details could be deduced.

Earlier this week, Spielberg attended a special event at Universal Pictures’ sprawling 84,000-square-foot facility known as The Commons. There, he officially unveiled a new screening room bearing his name, the Steven Spielberg Theater, a 250-seat cinema dedicated to his legacy.

To mark the occasion, Spielberg shared exclusive footage from the mysterious sci-fi movie, which reportedly involves UFOs. Fans and insiders have speculated wildly about the film’s nature, with theories ranging from an entirely original story to possible sequels of classics like E.T. or Close Encounters of the Third Kind.

The clip featured Emily Blunt as a relatable, down-to-earth woman...

Even after seeing footage from Steven Spielberg’s highly secretive upcoming sci-fi film, it remains difficult to get a clear sense of the project’s full story and direction.

It seems that was intentional, as the footage was reportedly carefully curated so that no plot details could be deduced.

Earlier this week, Spielberg attended a special event at Universal Pictures’ sprawling 84,000-square-foot facility known as The Commons. There, he officially unveiled a new screening room bearing his name, the Steven Spielberg Theater, a 250-seat cinema dedicated to his legacy.

To mark the occasion, Spielberg shared exclusive footage from the mysterious sci-fi movie, which reportedly involves UFOs. Fans and insiders have speculated wildly about the film’s nature, with theories ranging from an entirely original story to possible sequels of classics like E.T. or Close Encounters of the Third Kind.

The clip featured Emily Blunt as a relatable, down-to-earth woman...

Steven Spielberg and screenwriter David Koepp share one of Hollywood's most enduring and successful creative partnerships, spanning decades and numerous blockbusters.

Their extensive collaboration includes five major feature films, with a highly anticipated sixth project now confirmed to be a mystery sci-fi film.

Koepp has been the pen behind some of Spielberg's most iconic hits, writing screenplays for Jurassic Park (1993), The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997), War of the Worlds (2005), and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008). This impressive track record highlights their strong working relationship on large-scale, genre-defining projects.

Beyond their direct director-writer collaborations, Koepp has also contributed to franchises closely associated with Spielberg. He wrote Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023), which Spielberg produced, and is also serving as screenwriter for the upcoming Jurassic World Rebirth (2025), with Spielberg as executive producer..

While on the red carpet for Jurassic World Rebirth, Deadline caught up with Koepp,...

Steven Spielberg's next directorial effort has crossed a major production hurdle. David Koepp, who has collaborated with Spielberg on several movies over the years, including this summer's Jurassic World Rebirth, was the one to give the exciting update.

Speaking with Deadline at Jurassic World Rebirth's world premiere, Koepp revealed that not only had Spielberg's upcoming science fiction movie wrapped filming, but that the untitled feature had been in the can since the end of May. "We finished shooting about three weeks ago. I think it looks fantastic," Koepp revealed. While the screenwriter refused to divulge any story details or reveal what the title of the movie would be, he did praise Spielberg for how he realized his script on camera. "Honestly, what he does so brilliantly is he combines a vast spectacle with really honest human emotion. Unlike I think any other director. It’s a very emotional experience this movie,...

Lilo & Stitch North America Box Office Day 21 Update (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Lilo & Stitch is the second Hollywood release of the year to cross the significant mark at the box office in North America. It has outpaced Moana 2 and A Minecraft Movie’s third-tuesday collections. The film has also registered one of the biggest third-Thursday collections among Memorial Day releases. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The film has been dominating the box office domestically since its release. However, it might get some competition from How to Train Your Dragon. The Disney live-action feature will lose its #1 rank this weekend in the domestic box office chart. It is already a blockbuster, amassing $800 million-plus worldwide against a price tag of $100 million.

Crosses the $350 Million Mark at the box office in North America

Based on the data provided by Box Office Mojo, Lilo & Stitch collected $2.86 million on its third Thursday in North America.

Bill Lawrence's "Shrinking" features an incredible band of actors, including their dream casting of Harrison Ford as the show's aging but sharp therapist, Dr. Paul Rhoades. In another time, however, Ford might have shared the screen with one of his co-stars much sooner in one of his most iconic films, if only the co-star in question hadn't been suffering from a rough morning due to the night before.

In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Wendie Malick, who plays Paul's love interest on the show, Dr. Julie Baram, revealed that she once auditioned for a part in a then-upcoming adventure film being handled by Steven Spielberg and George Lucas called "Raiders of the Lost Ark." As Malick recalls, "I get this call: Steven Spielberg, who I don't think I knew who he was at that time, and this guy, George Lucas. They want you to come in to meet them.

The Indiana Jones franchise has returned to Paramount+, but the streaming history of the popular franchise remains very complicated. Paramount+ reacquired the Indiana Jones movies on June 1, but there is one film in the series that isn't there, so anyone wanting to watch every film in the franchise will have to find it on another streaming service.

On June 1, the first four Indiana Jones films moved to Paramount+, meaning that Harrison Ford's Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull are all available on that streaming service for fans. However, the one notable exception is Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Anyone who wants to see the fifth movie in the Indiana Jones franchise will have to head over to Disney+ to view it, as that film was not a Paramount movie,...

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The word "iconic" gets thrown around a bit too much in regards to films. If anything could rightfully earn that moniker, though, it is Steven Spielberg's 1981 action/adventure classic "Raiders of the Lost Ark." Working with his friend and "Star Wars" director George Lucas, Spielberg crafted a cinematic icon like no other in the form of Indiana Jones, played by Harrison Ford in every single movie in the series to date. But it all started with "Raiders." More specifically, it all started with that unforgettable opening sequence.

The introduction of Ford's Indy in the film's opening, from his emergence from the jungle to being chased by that boulder, is cinema history. It's blockbuster filmmaking at its finest. There's a reason why "Raiders of the Lost Ark" is hailed as one of the greatest movies ever made. While that...

Lilo & Stitch North America Box Office Day 14 Update (Photo Credit –Facebook)

Disney’s live-action remake Lilo & Stitch is the second film of 2025 to cross a major milestone at the North American box office. The film has achieved that in under fifteen days. Globally, the film is sprinting towards the $700 million mark. Keep scrolling for more.

The Disney remake remained isolated at the #1 rank in the domestic box office chart. The film is currently tracking to cross the $1 billion mark worldwide and beat A Minecraft Movie as the year’s highest-grossing movie.

Lilo & Stitch box office collection day 14 (North America)

Based on Box Office Mojo‘s data, Lilo & Stitch collected a strong $5.1 million on its second Thursday at the box office in North America. The movie has experienced a decline of -44.8% from last Thursday and has registered 2nd biggest second Thursday among Memorial Day releases. It is right behind...

Lilo & Stitch Box Office: 2nd Weekend Update(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Lilo & Stitch is unstoppable, showing the true power of a family movie by earning spectacular numbers on its second weekend, domestically and worldwide. The Disney feature is around $20 million away from hitting the $300 million milestone at the North American box office. This weekend, it has also reached a massive milestone at the worldwide box office. Scroll below for more.

Family movies are mostly winners at the box office. For example, Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King, despite a slow start, picked up during Christmas and became one of the highest-grossing films. One of the biggest reasons behind it was that it was a family movie, and during the holidays, people love watching such films with their loved ones.

Lilo & Stitch 2nd Weekend Collection At the North American Box Office

The Disney live-action remake is ruling at #1 without any competition,...

Lilo & Stitch North America Box Office Day 8 Update (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Lilo & Stitch is a hot and trending release wreaking havoc at the box office in North America. The film registered one of the biggest second Fridays among Memorial Day releases ever, taking its domestic gross to a spectacular $234.1 million cume in its first week only. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The movie is also on track to surpass the domestic gross of Sinners. The horror flick is also a financial and critical success, and it is set to be released on digital platforms this month. The live-action remake is the highest-grossing film by Disney this year and is much welcomed after the debacle, Snow White.

Lilo & Stitch box office collection day 8

Lilo & Stitch is untouchable at #1 in the domestic box office chart. According to trade analyst Luiz Fernando‘s report via X [formerly Twitter], the Disney feature has collected...

Talk about threading the needle perfectly.

A week ago, no one could have imagined that Disney’s live-action reimagining Lilo & Stitch would make box office history and open to a record-breaking $182.6 million during the four-day Memorial Day weekend, including $146 million for the three days. Overseas, the live-action redux of the 2002 animated film about a Hawaiian girl and mischievous, dog-like alien also exceeded all expectations in starting off with $178.6 million for a global start of $361.2 million against a net budget of $100 million.

The pic is adding another milestone to its list today as it crosses the $400 million mark globally, including $200 million domestically in its sixth day in release — more than the total lifetime runs of some live-action Disney reimaginings. It’s already out-grossed the entire $273.1 million global of run of 2002’s animated Lilo & Stitch, not adjusted for inflation. To boot, it’s pacing ahead of Warner Bros.’ blockbuster A Minecraft Movie,...

This Memorial Day weekend became a battle between two families, as Lilo & Stitch broke the box office record previously held by the Fast and Furious franchise. It was reported that the live-action feature surpassed 2013's Fast & Furious 6 Memorial Day record, as the Disney movie continues its theatrical release.

During the Memorial Day weekend, Lilo & Stitch generated $361.3 million, shattering Fast & Furious 6's record of $117 million worldwide. It also managed to beat Fast & Furious 6's domestic opening. The Disney movie made over $146 million during its opening, while the Justin Lin-directed action film made over $97 million. It's not just Fast & Furious that Lilo & Stitch surpassed at the box office during the public holiday. It was recently reported that Lilo & Stitch also surpassed Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning's box office numbers, as well as Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts*,in just five days.

Who Were the Previous...

Memorial Day weekend is upon us, and the box office is looking up after a grim 2024. Last year, “Mad Max” prequel “Furiosa” scored the lowest No. 1 Memorial Day weekend in nearly three decades, since 1998’s “Casper,” with an estimated $31 million take last year. Conversely, in 2025, Disney’s live-action “Lilo & Stitch” is earning a staggering $183 million to set a new box office record, unseating Tom Cruise’s “Top Gun: Maverick.”

For that reason, it feels like a good time to look back at the highest-grossing Memorial Day weekend box office openings of all time, dating back to 1996. Now, it’s important to note these are Memorial Day weekend openings not Memorial Day weekend box office champions – “The Day After Tomorrow” pulled in over $85 million when it opened in 2004, but the top film at the box office for the holiday weekend was holdover “Shrek 2.”

Interestingly enough, the list is chock-full...

Memorial Day Weekend Box Office ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

The Memorial Day weekend of 2025 witnessed an extraordinary convergence of cinematic titans at the box office as Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning — making a triumphant return to its franchise’s roots — shared the release day with Lilo & Stitch from Disney — once again capitalizing on its same old properties through the concept of live-action remakes. The two movies soared to unprecedented heights, eventuating a juxtaposition that rendered the special day the most lucrative of its kind in cinema history.

This brings an opportunity to rewind through the cinematic giants that turned this long weekend into a revenue-rich tradition. After all, Cruise’s very first Mission: Impossible and its hyperkinetic sequel were both Memorial Day releases, and as was Top Gun: Maverick. The latter even took the highest Memorial Day weekend box office record from one of Disney’s own properties — Pirates of the Caribbean,...

Harrison Ford and Wendie Malick are sharing the screen these days on Apple TV+'s Shrinking, but they could have been co-stars much earlier. Malick auditioned to play hard-drinking adventurer Marion Ravenwood in Raiders of the Lost Ark, but a schedule change left her unprepared. She discussed the incident on Jesse Tyler Ferguson's podcast, Dinner's On Me, this week.

Director Steven Spielberg apparently saw the then-unknown actor in an Excedrin commercial, and had her come in to audition to play the female lead opposite Ford's Indiana Jones: "I get this call: Steven Spielberg, who I don't think I knew who he was at that time, and this guy, George Lucas. They want you to come in to meet them. It was Valentine's Day...we just talked, and they put me on film. We laughed and had a lovely time for, I don't know, like, 45 minutes or something."

She...

Paramount+ has a lot to offer this June. The biggest highlight is the 78th Annual Tony Awards, which airs on June 8. It’s hosted by Wicked star Cynthia Erivo and features stars from TV like Bob Odenkirk, Sarah Snook, and George Clooney.

Another big release is Love Me, a new movie starring Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun. It comes out on June 16.

There are also many great movies coming to the service this month, like But I’m a Cheerleader, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, No Country for Old Men, and The Godfather trilogy. Keep reading to see the full list!

June 1

3:10 to Yuma (With Showtime)

12 Years a Slave

Bad News Bears

BlacKkKlansman

Boogie Nights

But I’m a Cheerleader

Call Me By Your Name

Carol

Carriers

Center Stage

Changing Lanes

Chasing Amy

Cloverfield

Crawlspace

Daddy Day Camp

Dance Flick

Dog Day Afternoon

Double Jeopardy

Eagle Eye...

Paramount has announced the lineup of movies, TV shows, and live sports coming to Paramount+ in June. The Paramount Plus June 2025 schedule includes the post-apocalyptic film Love Me and the Tony Awards, as well as Pride Month, Juneteenth, and Father’s Day collections featuring the best in movies and series.

And don’t miss all the action on the pitch and court, including the UEFA Champions League Final alongside the hit Paramount+ exclusive altcast Beckham & Friends Live; WNBA games including Indiana Fever vs. Chicago Sky on June 7; and the final episodes of the Paramount+ docuseries Pulisic, following Usmnt star Christian Pulisic.

Premiering June 16 on the Paramount+ with Showtime plan is the post-apocalyptic romance film Love Me, starring Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun. Set in a future where humanity has been wiped out, the film follows a weather buoy and a satellite that form a unique bond while exploring remnants of human life through digital archives.

Got Father's Day plans? If you don't, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is returning to theaters nationwide as part of a Father's Day event with Fathom Entertainment. The Harrison Ford and Sean Connery-led film is the third installment in the Indiana Jones franchise. The event from Fathom will also include a special introduction by film critic and historian Leonard Maltin to talk about the film's "timeless appeal." Tickets are now on sale for the event that runs nationwide June 14, 15, and 18.

"There’s nothing more exciting than trying to keep up with the Joneses in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Indy’s Nazi enemies are back and have kidnapped his father, Professor Henry Jones Sr. (Sean Connery), to aid them in their search for the Holy Grail. Following a trail from America to Venice to the deserts of the Middle East, it’s up to Indy (Harrison Ford) to save his father,...

Steven Spielberg Reveals Alan Grant From Jurassic Park Was Offered To A Big Hollywood Star (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Jurassic Park is one of those films in Steven Spielberg’s illustrious directorial filmography that will always stand out because of its intriguing subject, immaculate execution, and pathbreaking CGI. But did you know that a top Hollywood actor was once considered to play a major role in the film, but turned it down? Read on to know which popular Hollywood actor he was.

The Hollywood Actor Who Turned Down Spielberg’s Jurassic Park

It was none other than the iconic Hollywood actor Harrison Ford, who turned down an important role in Steven Spielberg’s cult film Jurassic Park. Harrison Ford was Steven Spielberg’s first choice for the role of Dr. Alan Grant. But as they say, every film has its destiny, and every character has an actor’s name stamped on it.

Steven Spielberg is inarguably one of the greatest filmmakers of all time, but, being human (as far as we know), he is fallible. He's made one thoroughly lousy movie ("Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull"), a strangely inert one ("The Bfg"), and must answer for the bizarre backlot debacle that is "Hook."

These misfires are rare for a director like Spielberg, who doesn't have to move forward on a project until he's good and ready. He's known for shooting quickly and confidently, intuitively placing the camera exactly where it needs to be, and delivering a finished film that is narratively concise and thematically rich. The only thing better than watching a Steven Spielberg movie for the first time is knowing that it's going to open up in new and surprising ways on subsequent viewings. There isn't a single filmmaker working today who can top Spielberg as a visual storyteller.

Should Experiment 626’s movie career not pan out, the lovable alien might have a career laid out for itself at AMC Theatres. A new promotional video (below) features Stitch from Disney’s upcoming Lilo & Stitch scanning online and paper tickets for theatergoers just as a real-life box office usher might. The engaging animatronic doll, which was seated in a director’s chair appropriately enough, bellowed with laughter at times and spoke a few words to each of those visiting the theater chain — and Stitch genuinely seemed to enjoy all the interactions with those who came out to see some movies.

Expectations are already out of this world for the remake of 2002’s animated Lilo & Stitch as the new film’s box office forecast predicts it could make $100+ million over the Memorial Day weekend (three-day) and possibly $120 million during the four-day holiday frame. However, that won’t be quite enough money...

Hollywood has always been a place where dreams come true, not just for aspiring actors but also for those who’ve already made it big. The entertainment industry’s financial ecosystem is fascinating, with top-tier talent commanding paydays that would make even Wall Street executives blush.

We’re talking about actors who don’t just earn millions but tens of millions for a single role! These astronomical figures come through various arrangements—straight salaries, backend profit participation, box office bonuses, and merchandise royalties.

What’s truly mind-blowing is that many of these mega-deals happened years ago, when $20 million was worth even more than it is today. Let’s dive into the world of Hollywood’s highest-paid performers and discover how they turned screen time into serious bank.

1. Sandra Bullock – $70+ million for “Gravity”

Can you believe that America’s sweetheart, Sandra Bullock, made more than $70 million for floating around in space for 90 minutes?...

Harrison Ford is 82 and has been enjoying somewhat of a renaissance of late. 2023 became the year of Ford giving a crap again after the early 2000s and 2010s seemed to be something of a slog for the veteran star. Not only did he appear to be going through the motions in a lot of his movies, he also became one of Hollywood's most notorious grumps, rivaling Ridley Scott for the most amusingly irascible man in the industry.

But that has changed in recent years. "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" might have been a massive flop, but none of that was down to Ford, who in stark contrast to his performance in 2008's "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," seemed to truly care about delivering a heartfelt Indy portrayal. Ford also started pushing his boundaries with roles in "Yellowstone" spin-off "1923" and Apple TV+'s "Shrinking," both...

Here’s A Look At Steven Spielberg’s Top 5 Highest-Grossing Films At The Box Office ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia )

Steven Spielberg is one of the most (if not the most) influential and successful filmmakers in cinema history. The three-time Academy Award winner is widely known for his impeccable craft of telling engaging stories across various genres, from science fiction to historical drama.

In this list, we look at the top five highest-grossing films directed by Spielberg, ranked by their worldwide box office earnings. These movies not only reflect his directorial brilliance but also highlight the impact he has had on global audiences over several decades.

1. Jurassic Park (1993) – $1.1B

At the top of the list, as many expected, lies Jurassic Park, when Spielberg brings dinosaurs back to life in an iconic fashion and in a groundbreaking adventure that changed the course of blockbuster filmmaking forever.

Trending How Aquaman Went From Meme Material...

If you're ever having a bad day or feeling like you're not good enough, remember that Steven Spielberg has made some pretty bad movies. That's not to disparage the Beard. He's an iconic director and a huge reason for Hollywood's astronomical success in the 1970s, '80s, and '90s. Indeed, he belongs on the Mount Rushmore of great filmmakers -- but he's far from perfect. Yes, even Steven freaking Spielberg is not immune from making a bad call now and again. Somehow, every time he seemingly hits a low point, like immediately after 1990's "Hook," he bounces back with a vengeance, namely the one-two punch of "Jurassic Park" and Best Picture winner "Schindler's List."

He's not the only one. James Cameron, Ron Howard, Peter Jackson, and George Lucas proudly stand atop this list of 15 great movie directors who made terrible films. As you keep reading, remember that we do...

Harrison Ford's first feature film was an uncredited role as a bellhop in the 1966 James Coburn crime thriller "Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round." He was 24. It's wild to think that Ford, when he was 80, also starred in the 2023 blockbuster "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," which was set in 1969. The elderly Indiana Jones, if he was a movie fan, could have seen the film debut of Harrison Ford.

Sylvester Stallone's first feature film came in 1969, when he was 23. He played an uncredited extra in a film called "The Square Root." Indeed, for the first three years of his career, Stallone mostly played uncredited roles, turning up in films like "What's Up, Doc?," "Bananas," and "Klute." Stallone doesn't have a career wraparound like Ford's above, but he was recently the subject of "Sly," a documentary about his career.  

Both Stallone and Ford appeared in one film together: 2014's "The Expendables 3,...

Today, Lucasfilm announced the return of Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith to the big screen on April 25 to celebrate the film’s 20th anniversary. The film will run in U.S. theaters and select international territories for one week only and will be available in several formats, including, for the first time, 4Dx. 4Dx features high-tech motion chairs that sync with over 21 effects, all designed to complement the narrative of the film.

Renowned graphic artist Matt Ferguson created an exciting new poster for the re-release event.

Revenge of the Sith takes place years after the onset of the Clone Wars, when the noble Jedi Knights lead a massive clone army into a galaxy-wide battle against the Separatists. When the sinister Sith unveil a thousand-year-old plot to rule the galaxy, the Republic crumbles and from its ashes rises the evil Galactic Empire. Jedi Hero Anakin Skywalker is...

The end of an era will soon be upon us, as a report from Puck says Lucasfilm boss Kathleen Kennedy plans to retire before the end of the year. Kennedy joined Lucasfilm in 2012 as co-chair alongside Star Wars creative George Lucas. A few short months into her position, Lucasfilm sold to Disney for $4 billion, prompting Lucas to pack his bags and retire to Skywalker Ranch.

Kennedy made her mark at the studio by relaunching the Star Wars universe with J.J. Abrams’s Star Wars: The Force Awakens. While the film banked $2 billion globally, the reset was ill-received by many long-time franchise fans. Regardless of online bellyaching, Kennedy pressed onward with two more entries in the core series, Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

Kennedy took the Star Wars franchise in questionable directions, creatively and financially, throughout her tenure. She hired Chris Lord and Phil Miller...

Gerry Rich, the longtime Head of Theatrical Marketing at Amazon MGM is stepping down at the end of March, Rich announced in a memo on Friday.

Over the past six years, Rich oversaw the theatrical releases of “No Time to Die,” “Creed III,” “Challengers,” and most recently, “Nickel Boys.” Rich originally joined the company as marketing head of United Artists Releasing in 2019, which was formed through a partnership between MGM and Annapurna. He then transitioned to Amazon following the company’s $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM in 2022.

Rich previously did a stint at MGM during the 1990s where he worked on Pierce Brosnan-led James Bond films like “GoldenEye.” He later served as the head of marketing at Miramax in the early 2000s, where he oversaw campaigns for titles like “Kill Bill,” “Chicago” and “Gangs of New York.” After that, Rich also became president of worldwide motion picture marketing at Paramount Pictures,...

Hulu is about to get a Steven Spielberg movie that many consider one of the best of his filmmaking career. The Academy Award-winning Lincoln is coming to the streamer next month.

Beginning March 1, Hulu subscribers will be able to stream Lincoln. Released in 2012, the biographical historical film focuses on Lincoln's efforts in January 1865 to abolish slavery and involuntary servitude by having the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution passed by the United States House of Representatives. Acclaimed actor Daniel Day-Lewis gave an Oscar-winning performance as United States President Abraham Lincoln, with Tommy Lee Jones and Sally Field receiving nominations for Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress for their performances as Republican Congressman Thaddeus Stevens and First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln, respectively.

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Universal is shifting around the release dates for two major 2026 films, one from Steven Spielberg and another from “Everything Everywhere All at Once” directors Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert.

Spielberg’s next film will open on June 12 instead of May 15. It’s taking the place of the Daniels’ untitled movie, which was taken off the calendar for now.

Universal didn’t offer a reason for the shifts, though the film from the Daniels, as the Oscar winners are known professionally, appeared to be in a nascent stage without a script, title or cast ever being announced. The studio is expected to imminently announce a new date for their movie.

Spielberg’s project, which also doesn’t have a title or logline but has been vividly described as a “new original event film,” was relocated to add distance from two expected behemoths. The untitled film was previously scheduled to open two...

Universal is shifting its untitled Steven Spielberg event film away from “Avengers: Doomsday” and “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” and straight into the “Scary Movie” reboot’s territory. The untitled Spielberg movie was originally set for a May 15, 2026 theatrical release; the film will now wait nearly another month, releasing wide on Friday, June 12, 2026.

The shift is not all about Spielberg, IndieWire has learned. The June slot was previously occupied by another untiled Universal event film, that one directed by Daniels Kwan and Scheinert. The Daniels film is now undated, but a new release date will be announced shortly. It has a script, a person with knowledge of the situation told IndieWire, but needs a little more time. Internally, the Spielberg shift is being looked at as a win-win for both films.

It’s not like there is no competition set for Spielberg’s new date — it’s just now less of a crossover with potential movie-goers.

The original Indiana Jones trilogy that ran from 1981 to 1989 is without a doubt one of the most entertaining, well-written and greatly-executed works of cinema ever. With its incredible set pieces, direction, iconic sequences and brilliant Harrison Ford performance, the original trilogy effectively told a story like no other. In 2008, a fourth Indiana Jones movie was finally made called Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull with Harrison Ford, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas all involved once again. There was a lot of excitement around Indy's return even if the film itself didn't live up to expectations.

What some fans may not realize is that there were plans to continue the Indiana Jones series in the 1990s after Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade in 1989. The planned sequels would have looked to continue Indy's story after the events of The Last Crusade and possibly explore other periods of...

Marvel is back at it again, and this time, it’s all about Captain America: Brave New World. The upcoming MCU flick is set to shake things up with a fresh take on the iconic superhero mantle. But beyond the action, shield-throwing, and world-saving, let’s talk about the real drama, who’s raking in the biggest bucks?

Harrison Ford as Red Hulk also known as President Thaddeus Ross in Captain America: Brave New World | Credits: Marvel Studios

Hollywood is no stranger to massive paydays, and the Captain America: Brave New World cast has some serious earning power. From blockbuster veterans to rising stars, let’s break down who’s making the most and how they’ve stacked up over their careers.

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Oscar winning actor Ke Huy Quan was discussing his favorite action scenes from his movies with EW while promoting his new film, Love Hurts. Quan reflected upon a moment between him and Harrison Ford before they filmed the famous mine cart scene in Steven Spielberg's classic film, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Only 12 years old during production, the actor said he was frightened of the intense scene and Harrison Ford took a moment to console him.

"When we shot this sequence, I was so scared. And I cried. I remember Harrison Ford kneeling down in front of me and asking me if I was okay. He said, and I'll never forget this, 'Ke, I want you to remember, I will never hurt you.' When he said that, oh my gosh, it just made me love him so much more. Here is Indiana Jones telling me...

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom introduced the world to Ke Huy Quan's Short Round, though he didn't intend to get the part.

Per People, Quan appeared on the Wtf With Marc Maron podcast ahead of his new film Love Hurts' release, where he discussed auditioning for the role that made him famous as a young boy. He originally attended the Temple of Doom audition with his brother. But after giving him some notes on the script, he was encouraged by the casting director to try out himself. This eventually led to Quan getting cast and meeting director Steven Spielberg, producer George Lucas, and co-star Harrison Ford, recalling the process as "pretty insane. And to think that only four years prior to that was when I came here as a refugee. We had nothing. We had been in a refugee camp. And all of a sudden, I find...

James Mangold is making Swamp Thing for Warner Bros and DC – but he’s insistent that the film will be standing alone.

While he might have a highly-touted Bob Dylan biopic releasing this week, director James Mangold has otherwise been engaged in a frenzy of franchise filmmaking of late. There was last year’s Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny and next up, he’ll be turning his attention to a Star Wars prequel film which is said to chart the formation of the Jedi Order.

After that, the filmmaker will be turning his attention to a Swamp Thing movie for Warner Bros that will add to the growing number of entries in the new DC Universe.

Mangold has been talking just a little about that Swamp Thing project which presumably is some years away from production, given that any given Star Wars film doesn’t exactly whizz through the Lucasfilm system these days.

A 28-year-old Harrison Ford thriller film that was incredibly popular in the 1990s is reportedly being rebooted. Sony may be developing a new Air Force One movie.

The scoop comes from industry insider Daniel Richtman's page, who has reported: "Sony [is] developing a new Air Force One movie. It's not clear if this is a remake or a sequel." The original Air Force One movie debuted in 1997, with the political thriller movie directed and co-produced by Wolfgang Petersen, whose other films included Das Boot (1981), In the Line of Fire (1993), and The Perfect Storm (2000). The plot of the film follows the aircraft carrying the President of the United States as it is hijacked by a group of terrorists.

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Last fall, fans of Harrison Ford's Indiana Jones movie series were left frustrated when all four of the films directed by Steven Spielberg were inexplicably removed from Disney+. In the months since, only Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny was available to stream, but that frustrating problem has finally been rectified.

Per What's On Disney Plus, all four Spielberg-helmed films are now streaming again on the Disney+ platform. The reason for their temporary removal is that Paramount Pictures still holds the rights to those movies, and it would appear that the Disney+ streaming license has been renewed. This puts all five of the films starring Ford back together again on one platform, though it should be noted that the classic films are still not available yet on Disney+ internationally. It's also unclear how long this new streaming agreement will last, which may eventually lead to the movies...

Steven Spielberg is set to return to the science fiction genre for the first time since 2018's Ready Player One with The Dish, a new movie written by David Koepp. The screenwriter recently opened up about The Dish and why fans should look forward to the new Spielberg feature.

Koepp briefly touched on collaborating with Spielberg on his new movie, The Dish, while speaking with TheWrap about the 25th anniversary of his movie Stir of Echoes (which he wrote and directed). "I am so not allowed to say anything," Koepp said, joking that "I think deep down, it bothers Steven that I’ve read the script." The screenwriter also confirmed a recent production report stating that The Dish, which is the movie's working title, would begin production in February 2025, with principal photography scheduled to take place in Atlanta, Georgia.

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It will soon be time to un-don our fedoras and set down our bullwhips, as the first four films in the Indiana Jones franchise prepare to leave streaming. But, that time is not here yet, as audiences have until the end of the month to tune in for most of the action-packed franchise. Before the new year rolls in like a gigantic boulder chasing away the good years of your life, settle in for some cozy time with Harrison Ford’s iconic hero. Travel around the world with Indy and walk with him through fire in the films Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Who knows, maybe you’ll even learn a little something about yourself along the way.