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2025 has been one of the weaker years for the film industry as high-budget films like Captain America: Brave New World and Snow White have failed at both impressing the audience and at the box office. While there have been many disappointments this year, it does not mean that there have been no good movies released this year, and to prove that, we have compiled a list of the best movies that have come out in 2025 so far.

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The Fantastic Four: First Steps is a superhero sci-fi action film directed by Matt Shakman from a screenplay co-written by Josh Friedman, Eric Pearson, Jeff Kaplan, and Ian Springer. The 2025 MCU film is set in an alternate universe, and it revolves around the Fantastic Four as their world comes under attack...

Over 4 seasons, Apple TV+’s Slow Horses has gradually created a reputation for itself as a complex thriller. With season 5 set to premiere on Sept. 24, 2025, and the show already being renewed for seasons 6 and 7, fans can rest easy. This horse is galloping without any hurdles. Except for one issue. Will Smith, the executive producer and Emmy-winning writer who has been a part of the show since the beginning, is officially handing over the reins after this season.

Based on Mick Herron’s beloved Slough House novels, the Apple TV+ drama has been praised for its dark humor, razor-sharp writing, and award-winning performances. It currently holds a 98% critic and 88% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, Will Smith’s departure marks the end of an era. It also raises questions on how the show will function henceforth without his creative vision.

Will Smith’s Departure From Slow Horses: A Creative Farewell Jack Lowden,...

“Slow Horses” is losing a key player after Season 5. Executive producer Will Smith, who writes and essentially serves as showrunner — though that title is not used in UK productions — will exit the show after the episodes premiering this fall, TheWrap has learned.

The Apple TV+ drama series starring Gary Oldman has already been renewed for two more seasons. Writers Gabby Chiappe and Ben Vanstone were tapped to lead the charge for Seasons 6 and 7, respectively.

Smith teased in an interview with Deadline that Season 5 will “close out certain storylines” that have been prevalent since the start of the show, making it the right time to hand over the show to other creatives. Season 5 is set to premiere Sept. 24.

The upcoming fifth and sixth seasons are expected to adapt Mick Herron’s novels “London Rules,” “Joe Country” and “Slough House.” “Ted Lasso” star Nick Mohammed joins the cast as a special guest...

Apple TV+ is adding another thriller to its already stacked lineup that includes Severance, Smoke, and Disclaimer. The new series, titled Down Cemetery Road, stars two-time Oscar-winner Emma Thompson, and Apple TV just released the first sneak peek at the thriller.

PerTV Insider, Down Cemetery Road could prove to be a favorite among those who enjoy the popular Apple TV+ series, Slow Horses. The streamer announced on July 29 that Down Cemetery Road, which also stars three-time BAFTA nominee Ruth Wilson, will premiere on Oct. 29.

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Apple TV+ posted a teaser on its official Instagram with the caption: “Emma Thompson. Ruth Wilson. A conspiracy waiting to be unraveled.”Down Cemetery Road is based on the 2003 novel of the same title by award-winning author Mick Herron. The Oct. 29 premiere will consist of the first two episodes of the series. The show will...

"Oh, Hi!" starts off like a rom-com, but also like a horror movie. We meet Iris (Molly Gordon) and her boyfriend Isaac (Logan Lerman) as they spend a nice weekend up in a secluded house out of the city, and during that first day, everything seems suspiciously perfect. Indeed, Iris and Isaac seem to be getting along a little too well, and we know this wouldn't be much of a movie if nothing went wrong.

Finally, the penny drops: While Isaac is handcuffed to a bed post-coitus, he reveals that he's not ready for a relationship. Iris is baffled, because it sure seemed like she and Isaac were already in a relationship. But Isaac doesn't see it this way. Despite inviting her for a weekend getaway upstate and being romantic with her throughout the whole first act, he doesn't see Iris as his girlfriend and has zero interest in letting that happen.

We’ve got questions, and you’ve (maybe) got answers! With another week of TV gone by, we’re lobbing queries left and right about Tracker, Dick Wolf show turnover, Trump vs. The View and more!

1 | Assuming Abby McEnany and Eric Graise’s Tracker exits are a result of budget cuts and they don’t add new series regulars to replace them, how do you anticipate Colter will find jobs and dig up pertinent information on suspects from here on out? Will Season 3 introduce some sort of convoluted A.I. to replace both Velma and Bobby?

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People are getting ready to believe again, because a fourth season of Apple TV+'s highly acclaimed comedy sports series Ted Lassois on the way. While we don't yet have an exact date for Season 4, the first three seasons are currently available to watch — and fans are showing their love for the series by making it shoot up the streaming charts on Apple TV+. So, now is your chance to catch up on all the happenings at AFC Richmond prior to Season 4.

At the time of this article's publication, Ted Lasso is currently the sixth-most watched show on Apple TV+'s charts, according to FlixPatrol. It is sharing the Top 10 with a slew of other popular Apple series, including the hit sci-fi drama Severanceand the planet-spanning Foundation. And people in the Caribbean are especially enjoying the show, it seems, as Ted Lasso is currently the number one Apple TV+ series...

Ted Lasso is still one of Apple TV+'s most beloved properties. The show has maintained a huge fanbase, and fans have responded to some great news about the show's future by kicking it further up the streaming charts.

Per FlixPatrol, Ted Lasso has moved up from No. 7 on the Apple TV+ streaming charts to No. 6. This shift reflects the news that Ted Lasso Season 4 is officially underway -- bringing the show back over two years after the Season 3 finale.

Ted Lasso has been a hit since its 2020 premiere, which was the most-watched premiere episode on Apple TV+ at the time. By the time Season 3 debuted, it was the most-watched original series of 2023. The show racked up almost 17 billion viewership minutes across the year -- or over 283 million hours.

However, co-developer Bill Lawrence said in 2020 during an appearance on the Fake Doctors, Real Friends podcast that Ted Lasso would likely...

The new season will follow Ted’s efforts to bring his unique coaching style to an AFC Richmond women’s team.

For all of those desperate for a little uplifting news these days, here it is. “Ted Lasso” is returning to Apple TV+ with new episodes, which are officially in production now. There are few details available about the fourth season of the show just yet, but production has started, as confirmed by a video posted by Apple on Monday.

Key Details: Camera’s rolling: Apple shared a short video confirming filming for Season 4 of “Ted Lasso” has started. Back to England: Filming for the season is taking place in both Kansas City and London. Old and new faces: “Ted Lasso” will welcome a large number of stars back from the first three seasons. 7-Day Free Trial $9.99+ / month apple.com

The video posted by Apple shows Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham,...

Ted Lasso fans can finally breathe a sigh of relief! Production on Season 4 has officially kicked off, and not just anywhere, but in lead actor Jason Sudeikis’ hometown of Kansas City, Missouri, as revealed by Apple TV+ on July 21.

The long-awaited confirmation came via a behind-the-scenes video posted on the streamer’s official social media channel, where Sudeikis sat alongside Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple, and Jeremy Swift in what appears to be a classic American diner.

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The intimate setting hinted at a major shift in the show’s geography, confirmed by the caption:

We’re not in Richmond anymore.

Though the beloved football series wrapped up Season 3 with Ted bidding farewell to AFC Richmond and heading back to Kansas to coach his son’s team, it turns out that Richmond isn’t quite out of the picture. The new season,...

“Ted Lasso” is officially back in production for its anticipated fourth season, with a mixed back of new and returning characters recruited for the coach’s latest adventure.

Along with star and creator Jason Sudeikis, the Apple TV+ comedy series set the return of Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple, Brett Goldstein, Brendan Hunt and Jeremy Swift as filming kicked off Monday in Kansas City. Additional photography will pick up later on in London. A big change in the show’s roster comes in the recasting of Ted’s son Henry, with Grant Feely taking over the role from Gus Turner.

Season 4 follows Ted’s return to Richmond, where he is set to take on his biggest challenge yet: coaching a second division women’s football team.

“Throughout the course of the season, Ted and the team learn to leap before they look, taking chances they never thought they would,” the logline states.

Ted Lasso is a show that manages to be hilarious and heartwarming. The show about being good has been hailed as too simplistic by many, but it has layers of emotional depth. Additionally, the show also doesn’t shy away from paying homage to films and shows that have shaped the zeitgeist. Season 2’s episode, Rainbow, added some rom-com magic to the football storyline to improve the emotional arcs of the characters.

From Notting Hill to Pretty Woman, Ted Lasso has borrowed visual motifs, musical cues, and iconic lines to create subtle love letters to rom-coms. Thankfully, it all works to make the viewer fall more in love with the characters. Also, it helps that these easter eggs are all smartly incorporated into the characters’ emotional arcs. So, let us break down these easter eggs.

5. The Nate Restaurant Scene: Pretty Woman Vibes Nick Mohammed in Ted Lasso season two (Credit-...

Recently, I re-watched Ted Lasso to brush up on the lore and prepare myself for the upcoming season. One thing that I stuck out like a sore thumb that I did not realize the first time was when, in Season 2, Episode 7, titled “Headspace,” Nate kisses Keeley. It was a shocking scene that I was surprised to see in the final cut!

Even Reddit threads made it weirder for me to analyse the scene. This became a notable scene that has gone around and become a point of discussion. Both the characters had their space and situations, but what is more to see through is the fact that Keeley is already Roy’s girlfriend at this point, not to mention the issue of consent.

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Hannah Waddinghamcertainly had an interesting comparison for the upcomingTed Lasso revival. Ted Lasso was the first true breakout hit for AppleTV+, where it ran for three seasons from 2020 to 2023 and concluded with what was mapped out as a three-season story. Waddingham played Rebecca Welton, the owner of the AFC Richmond Football Club, in the series. Waddingham won the Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for Season 1 of the series and is one of the cast members confirmed to return for Season 4.

At the premiere for The Smurfs, Waddingham spoke with Variety about returning for Ted Lasso Season 4. "I can’t wait to get involved with that and put my penneth in and go shopping for her looks," Waddingham said regarding returning to the beloved series. She also compared bringing the series back after they originally only intended to air three seasons to exhuming a dead dog, but she doesn't...

Heading into the latter half of the year, Apple TV+‘s release slate is on fire. There are so many interesting returning shows and new originals you can put on your watchlist, you’re going to be spoilt for choice.

This content bears the perfect blend of A-list talent, critical acclaim, blockbuster production, and cultural relevance. Apple TV+’s aim? To increase social conversation, subscriber engagement, and growth platform standing. We feel that with the kind of content it is ready to serve, it’s going to be a cakewalk. Let’s have a look at the 2025 Apple TV+ releases you need to look out for!

The Morning Show Season 4: Apple TV+’s Coveted Newsroom Drama

This prestigious news drama on Apple TV+ with a 7.8 IMDb rating and 72% Rotten Tomatoes rating returns with its 4th season on September 17, 2025. It will be a 10-episode season that will launch with the first episode on Wednesday,...

What do audiences lose when studios swap the magic of the theatre for yet another forgettable big-budget release that quietly lands on streaming and is forgotten before the next boring release comes around? Does anyone remember Guy Ritchie’s “Fountain of Youth”? It came out just a few months ago on Apple TV as an original film with a whopping $180 million budget. Twenty years ago, the idea of such a high-budget film not releasing in the cinemas for wide audiences would have been almost unthinkable.

The film itself received mixed-to-negative reviews; however, the worst part about it is just how utterly forgettable it was. Start to finish, this movie unfolds as an empty void of soulless entertainment that almost demands you turn your brain off so as not to be distracted by its deeply flawed script. It’s certainly not the first high-budget film to be made in this vein,...

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2025 is halfway over, and at this point, I am realizing that most of the movies I was excited about this year have been a disappointment, but that doesn’t mean that there were no good movies released this as there have been some extremely entertaining ones. But for this article we are only compiling the best of the best films that were released as Prime Video originals this year.

The Accountant 2 Credit – Amazon MGM Studios

The Accountant 2 is an action thriller film directed by Gavin O’Connor from a screenplay by Bill Dubuque. The 2025 sequel film continues the story of forensic accountant Christian Wolff as he reunites with his mercenary brother Braxton to investigate the murder of former Director of FinCEN, Raymond King. The Accountant 2 stars Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Daniella Pineda, Allison Robertson,...

Lenny Henry will receive an award for outstanding achievement at next month’s Edinburgh TV Festival.

The celebrated comedian and actor will be recognized for a 50-year career “that has helped shape the landscape of British television and culture,” the fest said.

Henry has appeared in the likes of The Rings of Power, Broadchurch, The Syndicate, Chef! and The Witcher: The Blood Origin, as well as stage performances including The Comedy of Errors at The National, Fences at the Duchess Theatre and The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui at the Donmar Warehouse.

Beyond his on-screen achievements, he has been an advocate for diversity and inclusion in the industry, using his platform – and his television production company Esmerelda – to champion underrepresented voices.

Henry is also the co-founder of Comic Relief, which has raised more than £1B ($1.37B) for global causes since 1985, and he has established a centre for Media Diversity at Birmingham City University.

Roy Kent has been the flagbearer of no-nonsense in Ted Lasso for 3 seasons, and there’s a reason why his wit and humor were so relatable. He always kept it real and didn’t try to change to impress anyone. He was the fearless, outspoken leader who always spoke his mind.

You knew he wasn’t one to be messed with, right from the start. Some of these profound truths by Roy Kent have given us defining moments for the show. It brought to life some pivotal moments of the show that defined its course. Let’s revisit some of his iconic dialogues where we all have felt like he said exactly what we were thinking.

10. “Who cares? It’s a f***ing friendly… You’re a pretend person with a pretend job.”

Brett Goldstein in signature Roy Kent style, one sentence in season 1 episode 5 called “Tan Lines” dispels the fake social niceness,...

Known for his portrayal of Dean Winchester in the fantasy series Supernatural as well as his foray into the world of superheroes, Jensen Ackles is a reliable actor with plenty of pedigree, worth leading the line of a big new project. That is exactly what Prime Video has done, making Ackles the leading man of their latest thriller series, Countdown.

However, after early reviews for Countdown proved less than impressive, with the show earning a poor 33% critics' score on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes at the time of writing, some may have been worried whether the show would hit the heights higher-ups would've expected. Well, fear not, as Countdown has officially bounced straight into the official top 10 most-streamed titles on Prime Video in the US, as of June 26, 2025, as well as earning a much-improved Rotten Tomatoes audience score. Shooting straight in at #2, Countdown has just missed out on the top spot...

Almost three weeks after its debut on Prime Video, Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal's The Accountant 2 continues to dominate the streaming charts. Premiering on Thursday, June 5, the action sequel has easily commanded the number one spot this whole time, fending off newcomers like the comedic crime thriller, Deep Cover. That's no small feat when you consider the Amazon original starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed snagged an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score, and is now Certified Fresh with a 91%.

Reuniting Affleck and Bernthal after almost 10 years, The Accountant 2's success on streaming comes as no surprise, really. It was perhaps one of the most anticipated action sequels in recent memory, and didn't disappoint the fans. While its box-office performance of $102 million against an $80 million budget may not have been anything to write home about, its Verified Hot score of 92% on Rotten Tomatoes from those that...

“Deep Cover” is one of the more underrated films of the year so far. Quietly released in mid-June on Amazon’s Prime Video, the British action comedy follows a trio of improv actors who are recruited by the police to go undercover and infiltrate a dangerous criminal gang. “Deep Cover” has a lot of fun stretching its absurd premise as far as it can go. It is charming, light on its feet and deserving of more publicity and promotion than it has so far received.

If you are one of the viewers who has been charmed by it, here are seven movies like “Deep Cover” that you should watch next.

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One of the best comedies of the past decade, “Game Night” has everything you could want from a comedy about a group of people who — much like the ill-equipped actors in “Deep Cover...

If you’ve already streamed Deep Cover, you might want to rewind a moment. Prime Video’s latest British action-comedy Deep Cover delivers a unique blend of improv, crime, and satire. Interestingly, there’s a moment in the movie that The Lord of the Rings fans definitely won’t want to miss.

Yes, the two Lotr actors, Orlando Bloom and Sean Bean, have shared the screen again. While there is no mention of Middle-earth, elves, or the fallen Fellowship members, their reunion happens in the most unlikely place. In this British comedy-drama, their shared scenes are short; you’d be forgiven for missing them. But for Lord of the Rings fans, it’s a blink and you miss it moment of pure movie magic.

Lotr Cast Orlando Bloom and Sean Bean Reunited in British Comedy Deep Cover Sean Bean in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring...

Bryce Dallas Howard may be known for her roles in three Jurassic Worldmovies and the 2011 film The Help, but in 2004, she starred alongside a future Oscar winner in M. Night Shyamalan’s The Village. In the movie, Howard plays Ivy Walker, the visually impaired daughter of Elder Edward Walker (William Hurt) in the mystery-thriller that comes complete with Shyamalan’s signature twists and turns.

Howard’s Ivy character was the love interest of Lucius Hunt, played by Joker’sJoaquin Phoenix. Phoenix would go on to win an Academy Award for his portrayal of the DC villain in 2019’s Joker. Howard, who is now starring in the Prime Video film Deep Cover, is now revealing that she had a huge crush on Phoenix when she was a child.

Playing Phoenix’s Love Interest Was a No-Brainer for Howard

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In the age of streaming, TV shows are more accessible than ever. You no longer have to wait for reruns—now you can binge-watch any show you like, whenever it suits you. Still, only a handful of shows truly deserve a rewatch, and for good reason. Whether it’s the relatable characters, compelling story arcs, rich themes, thrilling moments, or unforgettable scenes, some shows keep pulling you back in.

From Supernatural to Breaking Bad, we have compiled a list of 15 shows that are endlessly rewatchable. Spanning everything from long-running fantasy dramas and beloved sitcoms to intense crime thrillers, these shows are worth your attention again. If it’s been a while since you watched any of them, now might be the perfect time for a rewatch.

15. Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)

Joss Whedon used the concept of the 1992 film of the same name to expand the world of Buffy. The...

When everyone heard that Ted Lasso season 3 was going to be the last, nobody was ready for it. Least of all the writers, who had plenty more ideas. Well, the great news is Ted Lasso season 4 is happening, and writer and actor on the show, Brett Goldstein, has some great news.

Goldstein is a busy man at the moment. Not only is he currently working on Ted Lasso, but he’s also working on a new season of Shrinking and he has a comedy special coming up. However, he’s passionate about what he does, and that always shows in the jobs that he ends up on.

Brendan Hunt, Brett Goldstein, Nick Mohammed and Jason Sudeikis in "Ted Lasso," now streaming on Apple TV+. Ted Lasso season 4 writing has begun

In some exciting news, the writing work on Ted Lasso season 4 has started. He couldn’t go into many details...

Last week, Prime Video dropped a nifty little action comedy flick called Deep Cover. Directed by Tom Kingsley, who directed an impressive indie comedy several years back called Black Pond, and is best known for his work on the hit comedy series Ghosts (the UK version), the movie stars Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom and Ted Lasso breakout Nick Mohammed as failing improv actors who are recruited by the police to execute drug buys. Of course, as in any movie where someone goes undercover, they get “in too deep” and have to contend with some bad guys, who are led by none other than Ian McShane. Plus, Sean Bean is in it! How’s that for a cast!

Our man Alex Maidy gave this one a solid review, calling it a “quick watch and one that you will not forget”, with him also raving about Orlando Bloom’s comic performance,...

There are hundreds of captivating movies streaming on Prime Video right now, but one of the more recent additions to the platform has surpassed two major stars on streaming charts. Deep Cover is the latest original movie from Prime Video. After earning a strong 93% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes and a 79% on the audience-driven Popcornmeter, the film has landed in the #3 spot on Prime Video's top 10 list, behind only The Accountant 2 and The Better Sister. To reach the third spot, Deep Cover had to pass Jason Statham’s The Beekeeper, which has been a streaming phenomenon for over a year, and Tom Cruise’s Oblivion, which has been revived on the streamer thanks to the release of his latest Mission: Impossible movie. It’s also ahead of White Chicks, the 2004 cult classic starring Terry Crews.

Deep Cover is a buddy action-comedy following three improv actors who are asked...

A new Prime Video action movie has quickly climbed the streaming charts, just days after premiering. Incorporating original and Amazon MGM Studios content, among other movies and TV shows, Prime Video houses many popular releases, including Red, White, & Royal Blue and Totally Killer. The streaming service has also adapted various Tom Clancy novels and characters in Without Remorse and Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan. Another successful Prime series is Reacher, starring Alan Ritchson, which has been praised by audiences for its stunt work and fight sequences.

Prime Video continues releasing action-heavy movies, most of which perform well statistically and feature recognizable actors. The Tomorrow War, following Dan Forester (portrayed by Chris Pratt) as he fights a futuristic battle, set viewership records in 2021 and led to sequel development. Since then, Prime has launched a highly successful Road House remake, as well as Canary Black and the Viola Davis action thriller G20.

Deep Cover...

Prime Video’s new action buddy comedy flick starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, and Nick Mohammed (Ted Lasso) just debuted on the streamer on June 12, and it’s already getting rave reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. Deep Cover, which also features Sean Bean, Paddy Considine (MobLand), and Ian McShane, currently has an impressive 93% Rotten Tomatoes critic score, with a slightly lower audience score of 79%.

In Deep Cover, Howard, Bloom, and Mohammed play three improv comics who are recruited by an undercover cop (Bean) to infiltrate London’s criminal underground. Dallas plays struggling comic and improv teacher Kat Boyles. Bloom and Mohammed play Marlon and Hugh, the two students she enlists to help her in her mission.

The Film Reunites Dallas and Jurassic World Writers

Deep Cover comes from director Tom Kingsley (Ghosts)and writers Derek Connolly, Colin Trevorrow, Ben Ashton, and Alexander Owen. The film reunited Howard with several Jurassic Park franchise alums.

The 2025 summer movie season is in full swing, with big-ticket franchise flicks like "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning," "Lilo & Stitch," and "How to Train Your Dragon" doing great runs at the box office. Hopefully, your first instinct is to hit your local multiplex, because movies are made to be seen in theaters, and exhibitors could certainly use your business. But the streamers are always out there generating their own content, and sometimes they cough up something worth watching.

Last summer, Netflix gave us what could've been one of the year's biggest blockbusters in "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," and they'll no doubt attract loads of eyeballs a month from now when they unveil Adam Sandler's long-awaited "Happy Gilmore 2." Other streaming movies on the menu this summer include "Echo Valley," Spike Lee's "Highest 2 Lowest" (which earned raves at last month's Cannes Film Festival), and "The Old Guard 2.

Bryce Dallas Howard has become known for much more than just the Jurassic World movies, such as her work in the Star Wars franchise and roles as diverse as the TV series Black Mirror and the Twilight Saga, and she says that she's open to reprising her character in the dinosaur franchise created by Steven Spielberg in the early '90s. Howard portrayed park operations head Claire Dearing in the first three iterations of Jurassic World. However, given Universal Pictures' decision to fully reboot the Jurassic universe, Howard has stepped out. When asked if she's willing to return in the future, Howard says that she's "open," but also understands the franchise's new direction.

Howard spoke to Screen Rant to promote her new film, Deep Cover, an action comedy co-starring Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed. When addressing the Jurassic franchise, the actor/director expressed her excitement about seeing the new film Jurassic World Rebirth,...

Exclusive: Oscar-winning actor Gary Oldman was awarded a knighthood Friday in King Charles’ Birthday Honours. In an exclusive interview conducted ahead of the official announcement, the star told Deadline: ”It’s actually sort of mind-boggling. I’m gobsmacked.”

During our interview, I joked that he has served Queen, King and country as Gary Oldman and onscreen in such roles as Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour, which won him his Academy Award in 2018; and as fictional British intelligence officer George Smiley in film Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy; and as the Falstaffian Jackson Lamb in Apple’s Slow Horses.

“Yeah, I’ve served the crown,” he said laughing down the line from his home in Palm Springs.

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Many of his greatest screen roles were filmed in the UK, including Sid and Nancy, Prick Up Your Ears, Christopher Nolan’s Batman...

Colin Trevorrow has his eye on the next generation of filmmakers.

After shepherding his Jurassic World trilogy to the box-office tune of nearly $4 billion worldwide, the filmmaker turned his attention to his production banner, Metronome Film Company. Trevorrow’s mission is to create opportunities for up-and-coming filmmakers in the same way that Steven Spielberg once did for him on 2015’s Jurassic World.

“Because I’ve had some success in my career, my absolute top priority is not just paying it forward, but also being able to introduce new talent to move us forward,” Trevorrow tells The Hollywood Reporter. “We don’t have farm teams in Hollywood, and I think that it’s a responsibility of filmmakers to identify who’s next. A lot of these icons that we have now were identified by another filmmaker, and that’s something I would love to have on my record.”

Around 15 years ago,...

At first glance, you wouldn't think that a movie about a bunch of improv actors becoming police informants would strike a chord with so many people, but that's just what Prime Video's latest, Deep Cover, has done. Premiering yesterday, June 12, the British action comedy directed by Tom Kingsley has landed a stellar 92% rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, and fans are equally impressed with the new film, as they've rated it 82% on the Popcornmeter.

"Deep Cover is exactly the type of twist-filled action comedy with gags, guns, and gangsters that will delight fans who enjoy movies that have the madcap spirit of Guy Ritchie's early films," said Carla Hay from Culture Mix in her review. Guy Ritchie's early films, you say? Sign us up! Glenn Kenny from the New York Times is another critic who had high praise for the movie, adding:

"The ensemble is packed with seasoned acting professionals across the board,...

Although her last film, Argylle, failed to catch on with audiences, that hasn't slowed Bryce Dallas Howard down at all. Her action-packed new improv comedy feature, Deep Cover, pairing her with Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed, among others, released on Prime Video on Thursday and immediately killed it with critics and audiences. The film debuted with a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score and, heading into its second day on the platform, has kept viewers engaged with a strong 92% Tomatometer rating and an 82% audience score so far. Compared to Argylle's 33% critics' score and 70% audience score, it's a big bounceback for Howard, giving her and her co-stars a chance to flex both their comedic and action chops to hilarious lengths.

Deep Cover hails from director Tom Kingsley and reunites Howard with Jurassic World writer-director Colin Trevorrow, who penned the script with Derek Connolly, Ben Ashenden, and Alexander Owen. In the eyes of critics,...

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast brings with it a hat-trick of stars from one movie, the wickedly talented lead of another, and one Chris Hewitt to interview them all. First up, via the magic of Zoom, Chris chats to Tornado and Slow Horses star Jack Lowden about using his own accent, remembering his lines, and pitching his performance to the cheap seats in the theatre. [26:15 — 39:20 approx.] Then, our junket junkie gets his next fix by sitting down in person with Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, and Nick Mohammed to talk about their experiences playing improvisers who go undercover as fake cops in Prime Video's new darkly comic thriller Deep Cover. [1:00:00 — 1:15:52 approx.]

Either side of those, Chris is joined in the podbooth by James Dyer, Alex Godfrey and Empire Podcast debutant (and Social Media Editor) Harry Stainer for another chaotic episode in which the gang discuss the best and worst retcons...

We've learned from Pirates of the Caribbean that dead men tell no tales, but fans of the franchise sure would like their favorite characters to return if the film series is ever brought back to life. During an interview to promote his new action-comedy Deep Cover, Orlando Bloom talked to Collider's Christina Radish about the possibility of returning to Pirates 6 and was optimistic about the idea.

Bloom first took a second to set the record straight about his past comments about Pirates of the Caribbean. Earlier this week, he stated on ITV Morning that "it’d be great to get the band back together," but now he further explained his comment to Radish and revealed that, even though he's excited about the possibility, he has "no idea what they’re doing with that movie." Additionally, Bloom mentioned that it would be a great time to revisit the story:

"I like the idea of,...

Plot: Kat, an improv comedy teacher, is questioning if she’s missed her shot at success. When an undercover cop offers her the role of a lifetime, she recruits two of her students to infiltrate London’s gangland by impersonating dangerous criminals.

Review: Count me as surprised, but Deep Cover is very funny. With the trailer dropping just a month ago, the Prime Video exclusive debuted on the streaming service today. Starring a pretty solid cast including Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, and Ted Lasso’s Nick Mohammed, Deep Cover looked like the type of forgettable vehicle that often gets relegated to a digital premiere these days. Nevertheless, the film, co-written by Jurassic World‘s Colin Trevorrow and Derek Connolly, is a hilarious comedy full of violence, profanity, and engaging characters. Clocking in at just over ninety minutes, Deep Cover is counterprogramming used to complement summer box office tentpoles. Luckily,...

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Deep Cover is a British action comedy film directed by Tom Kingsley from a screenplay co-written by Colin Trevorrow, Derek Connolly, Ben Ashenden, and Alexander Owen. The Prime Video film is set in London, and it follows three improv actors who are recruited by the police to infiltrate the criminal underworld of London. Deep Cover stars Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, Nick Mohammed, Paddy Considine, Ian McShane, and Sean Bean. So, if you loved the hilarious comedy, entertaining characters, and compelling story in Deep Cover, here are some similar movies you should check out next.

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Tom Kingsley’s “Deep Cover” (2025) is an energetic, self-aware, and unabashedly rollicking time at the movies. As gleefully ridiculous as it is, a vibrant blast of disguise, the film employs performativity in a congruent relationship with undercover police work. Both are established as being in sync, buoyed by an ability to put on acts that can knock down targets and villains. What is fundamentally needed is pure conviction, one that allows others to believe in your projection and fall for traps. Kingsley orchestrates it with giddy delight. There’s an innocence with which the film unravels, bringing charm and thrill alike.

The emphasis isn’t so much on heightened tension and escalating stakes as it is on the anticipation of the impersonation successfully working. It enormously helps the ensemble is terrific and game, bringing bite and sass. Every actor brings a lively energy, a bundle of amiable nerves which keeps the film steadily afloat.

As Season 4 of Apple TV+’s hit sports comedy Ted Lassogears up to start filming this summer, one of the show’s Emmy-nominated actors is teasing what may be coming. More than two years after fans bid farewell to Ted Lasso in Season 3, another season is on the horizon for the titular soccer coach as Jason Sudeikis’ character is set to coach a women’s team this go around.

Speaking with AP Entertainment, Nick Mohammed, whose Nathan Shelley character had quite the redemption arc in Season 3, said while he couldn’t“say much” about the forthcoming season, that it is “happening.”

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“Yeah, well, I can’t say too much apart from that, you know, it’s happening,” Mohammed told the outlet.

Coach Beard just let slip yesterday that Ted Lasso Season 4 will begin filming sooner than we thought, and now one of his co-stars has broken his silence on what to expect in the next season. It didn’t take long after the Ted Lasso Season 3 finale for whispers to rumble about a potential fourth season, and those rumblings picked up steam earlier this year until it was officially announced that a fourth season of the heartfelt sports drama was in the works. Nick Mohammed, who plays Nate in the hit Apple TV+ show, recently sat down for an interview with Collider’s Christina Radish for Deep Cover, and she asked if Season 3 felt like the end at the time, or if he knew even then that they’d be coming back for more:

"A bit of both. The storylines in Season 3 would suggest that there was a real sense of finality.

Tom Kingsley’s Deep Cover doesn’t really bring anything new to the table if we talk about the basic storyline and the plot points, but it is the performances of the actors that make it an entertaining watch. Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, Nick Mohammed, and Paddy Considine were able to create moments of genuine laughter, and they made sure that the audience didn’t lose interest or get bored. That said, let’s find out what happened in the film and how an improv artist, an actor, and a corporate employee became undercover agents.

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How did Kat, Marlon, and Hugh become undercover agents?

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With many actors, there’s often a career-defining character in their catalogue — but in the case of Orlando Bloom, there are two. And according to him, he did have mixed feelings about being known for them forever.

Starring in Prime Video’s “Deep Cover,” now streaming, alongside Bryce Dallas Howard and Nick Mohammed, Bloom plays Marlon, an actor best known for a series of commercials he did, in which he plays the “Pizza Knight.” Marlon takes himself very seriously as an actor though, and definitely does not want to be known for one viral role.

There’s a parallel that could be drawn there, given that Bloom himself had a meteoric breakout in 2001, starting with Peter Jackson’s “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring,” where he was cast as Legolas. Shortly thereafter, Bloom played William Turner in “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.

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The proposed Argylle trilogy faces an uncertain future after the film flopped critically and commercially. Though the failure of the star-studded movie, featuring Henry Cavill in the lead role, may have raised eyebrows, Bryce Dallas Howard says she saw it coming.

Speaking with The Independent, Howard said she had a feeling that the Matthew Vaughn-helmed spy action-comedy wouldn't land because she knows whenever a project she's a part of will struggle. "You can always see it coming while you're making it," the actor said. "I've never been shocked when something doesn't work. But I'm just an actor – you're there to serve a director's vision. If a movie doesn't turn out the way that you envisioned, you can barely feel disappointed because it's not yours. You're not the person who's building the thing."

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Howard, Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed star in an entertaining odd-trio crime caper with turns by Sean Bean and Paddy Considine

Producer and screenwriter Colin Trevorrow has co-created this amiable, high-concept action comedy about three hapless improv actors dragooned into going into deep cover to bust a drug ring. It’s entertaining, though I think some of the cast understand comedy better and more instinctively than others. It’s set in London (though Trevorrow might originally have imagined it set in LA or New York) and the credit is shared with his longtime writing partner Derek Connolly, and also with Ben Ashenden and Alexander Owen, the funny British double act known as the Pin, who also amusingly appear as two squabbling coppers with a Mitchell and Webb energy. The director is the talented Tom Kingsley, who has a substantial TV career and with Will Sharpe got a Bafta nomination in...

Deep Cover represents a sort of shot at redemption for star Bryce Dallas Howard. After starring in 2024’s abysmal spy comedy Argylle, she takes the lead in the Tom Kingsley-directed action comedy. And in a positive swing, Deep Cover is a much bigger success.

Deep Cover Plot

Howard plays Kat, a struggling actor working in London as an improv teacher. She is recruited by the local police to go undercover for small-time sting operations. Needing a team — scene partners, if you will — she brings in two of her students, Marlon (Orlando Bloom) and Hugh (Nick Mohammed).

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But in their first sting, the trio “yes, ands” their way to a much deeper part of the London criminal underworld. Their handler, played by Sean Bean, insists they keep up the ruse in an effort to take down some of the city’s biggest players.