Meg 2: The Trench Cruises Past $300 Million Worldwide - Films/Movies & reviews news - NewsLocker (2024)

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While Barbie and Oppenheimer do battle on the surface this Summer, Meg 2: The Trench has been quietly gobbling up ticket sales in the deep.
The mega-shark sequel from Ben Wheatley took a critical kicking, and has been fairly underwhelming at the domestic box office, but overseas numbers continue to keep the Megalodon swimming forward.After this past weekend, Meg 2: The Trench has comfortably pushed past the $300 million mark with an impressive $316 million worldwide. Only $6

Ryan Reynolds Wants Wesley Snipes’ Blade to Get Send-off Movie

Deadpool & Wolverine star Ryan Reynolds took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his appreciation toward Wesley Snipes’ Blade while sharing some behind-the-scenes photos of his reunion with the veteran action star. This comes after two decades since Reynolds and Snipes first starred together in Blade: Trinity, the latter’s final solo movie as the iconic Daywalker.
What does Ryan Reynolds want for Wesley Snipes’ Blade?Reynolds credits Wesley Snipes‘ Blade for paving th

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WaltDisneyStudios is currently having an extraordinary year at the box office. Marvel projects have also bounced back to record-breaking form after some financial duds in the recent past. Disney had four of the five biggest flops in 2023, according to Deadline’s calculations. Nevertheless, Disney has made a comeback at the box office, with a number of overperforming successes this year.
Disney’s 2024 global box office hits

Sam Neill on cancer diagnosis: “I didn’t know how long I had to live”

Sam Neill has opened up about his 2022 cancer diagnosis, saying he “didn’t know how long he had to live” at the time.
In March last year, the actor revealed that he was receiving treatment for stage three blood cancer, and that he was now in remission.
He was diagnosed with angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma and underwent chemotherapy, but when that began to fail, he started on a new chemotherapy drug and is now cancer-free. The actor will stay on the monthly drug for the rest

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New Manga Chapters Releasing This Week (Aug 5-11, 2024)

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This week, four exciting new manga chapters will be released on Manga Plus, Viz Media, and K Manga. From Monday, August 5, 2024, to Sunday, August 11, 2024, thenew manga chapterswill reveal various plot twists, uniting readers worldwide for gripping action and drama.Blue Lock Chapter 272 release date & time
Now that Rin

Exclusive Lyvia’s House Trailer Sets Release Date for Mystery Thriller

ComingSoon is excited to debut the exclusive trailer for Lyvia’s House, the upcoming psychological thriller movie about a couple who moves into a new house, whose former ownermysteriously disappeared.
“Lyvia’s House follows young journalist Tara, who recently moved with her new lover into the former home of infamous Italian artist, Lyvia, who mysteriously vanished months earlier. The locals talk of the lovely, reclusive Lyvia, but are dismissive when pressed. Tara soon begins

Unsolved Mysteries: How Did Jack the Ripper Get His Name?

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Disclaimer: This article contains mentions of murder. Reader discretion is advised.Unsolved Mysteries Volume 4episode1 revisits the crimes of Jack the Ripper, who authorities have never successfully identified. The first episode, “Who Was Jack the Ripper?,” looks back at 19th-century London, where the killer’s murders began.
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New Anime Episodes Releasing This Week (Aug 5-11, 2024)

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This week promises exciting new anime episodes airing on Crunchyroll and Netflix. From Monday, August 5, 2024, to Sunday, August 11, 2024, the new anime episodes released this week will feature drama and action to keep fans hooked.One Piece episode 1115 release date & timeOne Piece episode 1115 will air on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. PDT. The episode will be available on Crunchyroll and N

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Bigg Boss OTT 3 Winner: Sana Makbul Wins Trophy

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Bigg Boss OTT 3 concluded on August 2 with a grand finale featuring spectacular performances and intense eliminations. The finalists included Sai Ketan Rao, Naezy, Ranvir Shorey, Sana Makbul, and Kritika Malik.
Each contestant gave their all to win this season, but ultimately, Sana Makbul emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss OTT 3. With her victory, fans are now eager to know the amount of the cash prize she received.Bigg Boss OTT 3 winner: How much

Exclusive Dora Season 2 Trailer Sets Release Date for Nickelodeon Preschool Series

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ComingSoon is debuting an exclusive Dora Season 2 trailer today, which sets the release date for the second season of the hit animated preschool series.When is the Dora Season 2 release date?
The Dora Season 2 release date has been set for September 13, 2024, when the series will stream exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S., Canada, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, with other international markets getting a release date at a later date. The series will continue the

Miss Night & Day actors Jung Eun-Ji, Choi Jin-Hyuk, and Lee Jung-Eun (Photo Credit: JTBC)
Miss Night & Day episode 16 (finale) aired on Sunday, August 4, 2024, on JTBC and Netflix. Starring Jung Eun-Ji, Lee Jung-Eun, and Choi Jin-Hyuk, the fantasy romance K-drama revolves around a young woman transforming into a 50-year-old during the day. She turns back into her younger self at night.In the previous episode, Gong Eun-Sim laid a trap for Lee Mi-Jin (Eun-Ji) and took her hostage. However,

Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 Movie Update Reveals Filming Date

Scream vet Matthew Lillard has shared a brand new update regarding the current status of Blumhouse‘s upcoming Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 movie.
In the 2023 adaptation, Lillard played the role of Steve Raglan/William Afton, who was initially introduced as a career counselor but was later revealed as the film’s main antagonist.
What is the Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 movie update?Lillard’s character was last seen getting drag away by the animatronics, as Freddy Fazber&r

Exclusive duch*ess Clip Previews Neil Marshall Action Movie

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ComingSoon is debuting an exclusive duch*ess clip, previewing the upcoming action film from director Neil Marshall. Saban Films will release the movie on video-on-demand services on August 9, 2024.duch*ess is co-written by Marshall, Charlotte Kirk, and Simon Farr. Marshall is best known for the 2005 film The Descent, which is often regarded as one of the best horror films of the 2000s. He’s also known as the director of the 2008 cult hit Doomsday.What happens in t

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The House of the Dragon Season 2 finale makes fans wonder about the Lannister family tree in Game of Thrones lore. Episode 8, titled ‘The Queen Who Ever Was’ dropped a major easter egg involving Tywin Lannister, making people wonder how the familiar Game of Thrones character is related to House of the Dragon’s Tyland and Jason Lannister. Here’s everything we’ve learned about the same.How is Tywin Lannister related to Tyland and Jason from House of

Mayor of Kingstown Season 3: Is Iris Dead or Alive? Will She Return?

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Mayor of Kingstown Season 3 has finally ended and fans have many important questions, chief among them being whether Emma Laird’s Iris is dead or alive. Moreover, fans also want to know if Iris will return in the currently unconfirmed and unannounced Season 4.
Iris has had a pretty rough time on the show with regards to her character arc. She originally went from being a tool to seduce and control Mike to forming a genuine connection with him. She eventually at

New Thai Drama Episode Releases This Week (August 5-11, 2024)

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The new month is well underway and Thai drama watchers are set to tune in for this week’s (August 5-11, 2024) episode releases. While the new shows Summer Night and Monster Next Door are gearing up for their premiere, the ongoing popular series Century of Love, Knock Knock Boys!, and Love Sea are set to air their final episodes. Meanwhile, The Secret of Us

Why Did Jeon Do-Yeon Reject Revolver 2024 Korean Movie Before She Said Yes?

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The critically acclaimed South Korean actress Jeon Do-Yeon plays the lead role in the highly awaited 2024 Korean movie, Revolver. She portrays the character, Ha Soo-Young, in the crime thriller that also stars popular actor, Ji Chang-Wook. The film will hit theaters in South Korea on August 7, 2024.On Monday, August 5, 2024, Jeon Do-Yeon sat for an interview with Sports Chosun. During the conversation, the actress open

Watch: Upcoming Max Preview for 2024 - 2025 feat. 'The Last of Us'

"Meet Dunk and Egg." And everyone else. HBO, also known as Max, has debuted a 2-minute preview for their upcoming 2024-2025 slate of series for streaming & TV. This aired during the season finale of "House of the Dragon" last weekend to keep viewers subscribed. "The dragons were just the beginning. New stories, fresh chapters. It’s all coming soon to Max." What do they have coming up? Get excited for the upcoming new HBO Series The Penguin, Dune: Prophecy, The Franchise, It: Welcome to

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Scottie Scheffler’s impressive victory at the Paris Olympics has brought his golfing career into the spotlight once again. With such a triumphant comeback, fans are naturally intrigued about other aspects of his life, particularly about his romantic entanglements. So, who is Scottie Scheffler’s wife?Here is everything to know about the pro golfer’s partner along with their relationship history.Who is Scottie Scheffler’s wife in 2024

Volgarr the Viking II Review: Brutally Rewarding

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It took a decade, but Volgarr the Viking II has finally arrived. The good news is that it is just as brutal as the original indie action game hit. A sequel to the 2013 Viking game, it retains all the hallmarks of the series while simultaneously moving it forward. In fact, it very much plays like my idealized memories of the original, as I was surprised by the graphical and gameplay upgrades after I went back to the first game.If you never played Volgarr the Viking

House of the Dragon: How Is Admiral Sharako Lohar Different from the Book?

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The House of the Dragon Season 2 finale has come out and it introduced a new character, Admiral Sharako Lohar. As such, fans are curious about who this person is and who the actress behind her is. Moreover, they want to know how Lohar differs between her portrayal in the book and her portrayal in the series.
Here is everything you need to learn about Admiral Sharako Lohar, including who plays the character and how her depiction differs between House of the Dragon Season 2 and i

Victory Korean movie actors Park Se-Wan and Lee Hyeri (Photo Credit: Mindmark Movie)
Korean movie Victory (2024) is an upcoming drama set to release in August. Starring Lee Hyeri in the lead role, it tells the story of a group of high school students who form a cheerleading squad. Best friends Pil Sun and Mi Na seek the help of transfer student Se Hyun to fulfill their dream.Set in 1999, in a small village in Geojo, Pil Sun is a high school student who loves to dance. Although she comes across a

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Following the saint’s disciples’ successful infiltration, Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2 Episode 5 will see the disciples carry out their plan to kidnap the Queen. The episode will also reveal Elletear’s motives for sending Sisbell and Iska’s team to the vacation house.
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New K-Drama Episode Releases This Week (August 5-11, 2024)

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This week from Monday, August 5, to Sunday, August 11, 2024, avid fans can check out the new K-drama episode releases. It promises an interesting set of shows airing on multiple television networks and global streaming platforms. While ongoing series will continue with their storylines, there will also be a variety of new content uploaded. The month of August 2024 is lined up with many titles from diverse genres.
Popular K-dram

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HYBE Labels’ K-pop girl group LE SSERAFIM is all set to make their second comeback in 2024 with the mini-album CRAZY. The act’s music label, Source Music, has shared the official release date and full schedule.LE SSERAFIM made their first 2024 comeback with the mini-album Easy on February 19, 2024. The extended play made a significant mark in music charts, ranking eighth on Billboard 200, 2nd on the US World, and 1st

The cast of Live In Love in official poster (Photo Credit: Studio On Fire)
The year has been spectacular for BL drama fans and now a new title has been added to the exciting list of upcoming releases. The Thai BL series Live In Love has finally lifted the curtain on its official trailer and release date. It serves as an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Yeonim. At the forefront of the series are actors Hearth Chindanai Dechawaleekul and Junior Chokkorn Deotrakul.
The plot of the upcomi

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The appearances of Daenerys Targaryen, White Walkers, and the Night King in Daemon Targaryen’s visions in the House of the Dragon Season 2 finale have greatly puzzled fans. As such, they are wondering why Matt Smith’s character is seeing those figures in his visions. Moreover, fans are also curious about what Daemon’s visions in the finale mean and want to know whether the Three-Eyed Bloodraven is connected to Daemon and his sister Rhaenyra.He

House of the Dragon Season 2 Finale Recap and Thoughts

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We finally arrive at the House of the Dragon Season 2 finale, and … I’m more frustrated than elated. Save for a few brief moments here and there, HOTD Season 2 was very underwhelming.Honestly, I’m shocked. I expected an epic payoff, a battle, a shocking twist, or some sort of wild plot development. Instead, Episode 8 felt more like a mid-season chapter than a season capper. In a show filled with dragons, armies, and the threat of war, I suppose

Serendipity’s Embrace actors Chae Jong-Hyeop and Kim So-Hyun (Photo Credit: tvN)
Serendipity’s Embrace episode 5 release date has been announced. Starring Kim So-Hyun as Lee Hong-Ju and Chae Jong-Hyeop as Kang Hu-Yeong, the K-drama revolves around two high school classmates meeting each other after a decade.In the previous episode, Hu-Yeong attempted to show his feelings to Hong-Ju. He took care of her while she was injured. Hong-Ju felt a pull towards him but didn’t want

Top R Kelly Documentaries to Watch

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Disclaimer: The article contains mentions of sexual abuse. Reader discretion is advised.R Kelly was considered one of the most influential names in music. However, things started going downhill for him when several women accused him of rape and sexual assault. Reports indicate that Kelly had oral sex and intercourse with three of his victims,