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First Trailer And Poster Has Arrived For MARVEL STUDIOS’ AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY – On Sale Now At Fandango

An all-new trailer and poster for “Avengers: Doomsday,” Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated December 18 theatrical release, is here. Holy Moly – it’s a doozy!

Tickets to see the upcoming film in INFINITY VISION – a new certification for Premium Large Format (PLF) theaters, guaranteeing moviegoers an exceptional film presentation with big screens, bright images and outstanding sound – go on sale today.

The adventure doesn’t stop there! To celebrate, when moviegoers purchase a ticket to Avengers: Doomsday on Fandango between July 20 and November 9, 2026, you’ll automatically be entered for a chance to win a trip for two to the world premiere of Avengers: Doomsday in Los Angeles!

Fandango wants you to unlock the ultimate Marvel experience. Fans can purchase the Infinity Vision Launch Bundle, which includes one Infinity Vision ticket to Avengers: Doomsday, two mystery collectibles, and one entry into the Avengers: Doomsday Premiere Sweepstakes! The mystery items will be revealed at a later date, making this limited-time bundle the ultimate surprise for Marvel fans. Available while supplies last.

There is another epic surprise in store when users buy tickets to see Avengers: Doomsday in Infinity Vision on Fandango. Look out for the Avengers: Doomsday custom seat map when selecting seats!

Victor von Doom/Doctor Doom (Robert Downey Jr.) in Marvel’s AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY. Photo courtesy of Marvel. © 2026 Marvel. All Rights Reserved.

Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Doomsday” is directed by Anthony and Joe Russo; produced by Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito and Jonathan Schwartz; and stars Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Pedro Pascal, Paul Rudd, Anthony Mackie, Florence Pugh, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Wyatt Russell, Channing Tatum, Simu Liu, Ian McKellen, Tom Hiddleston, James Marsden, Patrick Stewart, Joseph Quinn, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, Letitia Wright, Lewis Pullman, Kelsey Grammer, Kathryn Newton, Danny Ramirez, Winston Duke, Alan Cumming, Hannah John-Kamen, Rebecca Romijn, Mabel Cadena, with Tenoch Huerta Mejia.

In “Avengers: Doomsday,” beloved heroes from three distinct universes will be set on a deadly collision course and face an existential threat unlike anything they’ve ever encountered.

“Avengers: Doomsday” releases exclusively in theaters December 18, 2026.

(L-R): Steve Rogers/Captain America (Chris Evans) and Thor (Chris Hemsworth) in Marvel’s AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY. Photo courtesy of Marvel. © 2026 Marvel. All Rights Reserved.

(L-R): John Walker/U.S. Agent (Wyatt Russell), Alexei/Red Guardian (David Harbour), Yelena (Florence Pugh), Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan), Ava/Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen), Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn), Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), Scott Lang/Ant-Man (Paul Rudd), Sam Wilson/Captain America (Anthony Mackie), and Thor (Chris Hemsworth) in Marvel’s AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY. Photo courtesy of Marvel. © 2026 Marvel. All Rights Reserved.

(L-R) The Dora Milaje, Shuri (Letitia Wright), M’Baku (Winston Duke), Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan), Joaquin Torres/Falcon (Danny Ramirez), and Ava/Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen) in Marvel’s AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY. Photo courtesy of Marvel. © 2026 Marvel. All Rights Reserved.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 – Review

Oh my, it looks like the animated critters have taken over the multiplex during this pre-holiday weekend. While Mufusa’s growls and roars are echoing through the hallways, another CGI-rendered creature is threatening to dash right off the screens. Now, they do have a few other things in common as they are both sequels, with this flick actually the third in a franchise. And it’s not based on a beloved thirty-year-old animated classic, but rather a still-adored video game dynasty (which predates THE LION KING by three years). Oh, and this one includes “real live” actors alongside the “pixel pals”. So what new kicks (and spins and dashes) are in store after two previous outings in SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3?

Well for one thing we’re introduced to a new character (to the film series that started four years ago). At a Tokyo Island G.U.N (Guardian Units of Nations) prison, a creature floating inside a liquid containment chamber is stirring after being dormant for fifty years. A heavily-armed squadron leaps into action but they don’t stand a chance when this black and red hedgehog named Shadow (voice of Keanu Reeves) breaks through the glass. Using his speed and teleporting powers (think Nightcrawler of the X-Men), he escapes into the night. GUN acting director Rockwell (Krysten Ritter) has to call in back-up, namely Sonic (vo: Ben Schwartz), Tails (vo: Colleen O’Shaughnessey), and Knuckles (vo: Idris Elba), a trio of small super-powered alien animals. The trio bids farewell to their adoptive parents Tom (James Marsden) and Maddie (Tika Sumpter) and are whsked to Japan…where they’re defeated by Shadow. Before pursuing him, Sonic and his pals stop to “refuel” at a local eatery and are attacked by floating egg-shaped drones. Luckily they’re helped by a mysterious man in black. It’s none other than an old nemesis, Agent Stone (Lee Mahdoub). He informs them that that drones aren’t sent by his boss, then leads them to the floating underwater home (the “Crab”) of Sonic’s arch-enemy, the now flabby and disheveled Dr. Ivo Robotnik (Jim Carrey). Hearing of the appropriation of his tech he springs into action, theorizing that Shadow is returning to the long-scrapped GUN facility in England. The trio becomes a quintet as they discover the man behind the release of Shadow and the egg drone assault, Ivo’s long-lost grandpa Gerald (also Carrey). It’s all part of his plan to rule the world with his ultimate invention, a space arsenal satellite, the Eclipse Cannon. Can the Sonic crew shut it down despite its defender, the formidable Shadow, before it levels the planet?

Most of the cast (both live and voice) are returning after at least one previous installment of the franchise (and even a streaming series). Schwartz has that rapid vocal delivery to match Sonic’s jet-like speed as he spews wisecracks and zany retorts. Elba has a hesitant humorless stoic line-reading as Knuckles seems to take everything literally and needs to spell things out (like another Marvel staple, Drax). Shaughnessey exudes youthful enthusiasm and sweetness as Tails. This is the exact opposite of the dour, somber Shadow given the proper icy tone by newbie Reeves. The most prominent of the “live-action” actors is Carrey, who’s so frenetic they don’t try to contain him in one character. As Ivo, he’s still the superlative comic villain, full of snarky zingers and rubbery bits of physical schtick. But he’s also Grandpa Gerald the gravel-voiced manipulator who only wants to bond with Ivo to fulfill his dreams of world domination. Sumpter and Marsden are still an engaging couple though they’re on the sidelines for most of the action, only getting a chance to “step up” in the prelude to the big action finale. They’re the warm, nurturing counterpart to newbie Ritter as the tough-as-nails Rockwell. Mahdoub as Stone is still the over-accommodating doormat of a sidekick. Happily, we get a terrific cameo by Adam Pally as goofball lawman Wadw Whipple.

Also returning to the director’s chair for the third time is Jeff Fowler, who strives to keep the slapstick and verbal asides coming at us with the speed of the title character. And that works well for most of the story although the film stumbles a bit during the “ET-like’ flashbacks about Shadow’s friendship in the 70s with a pre-teen girl. It’s to establish Shadow’s arc, but it’s a tad clunky. As are a few other bits of business including a riff on Telenovelas that loses its spicy salsa satire. Ditto for an Ivo and Gerald bonding montage that stops the story in its tracks (plus I kept getting a Jim Gaffigan vibe from elder Robotnik). Other detours are non-sensical as when Tom and Maddie must pass themselves off as her aggressive sister and vain hubby. After so many sideroads the plot concludes in an outer space showdown that piles on the climaxes to the point of exhaustion (lots of action involving those golden ring portals). The youngest fans of Sonic and his various games and off-shoots will probably be amused and engaged, but for the older folks, it may feel like a big party at an unfamiliar office (which happens this time of year). Of course, we get end-credit bonus scenes, so as to hype up their fanbase for continued IP merch long after most have forgotten the few pleasures (mostly from Carrey) in SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3.

2 Out of 4

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 is now playing in theatres everywhere

Win A Family Four-Pack Of Passes To The St. Louis Advance Screening Of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3

Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen this holiday season in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.

Director Jeff Fowler returns along with our all-star cast including Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Idris Elba, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, Adam Pally, Lee Majdoub, newcomers Alyla Browne and Krysten Ritter, with Keanu Reeves joining the franchise as Shadow the Hedgehog.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 is in theaters on December 20!

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Enter below to win one of 10 Family Passes (Each pass is good for 4 seats) to see the film early!

Please note the time as this is a Matinee Show that starts at 5PM.

The special advance screening is at 5PM on Tues, Dec 17th at B&B Creve Coeur West Olive (4pm Suggested Arrival)

PASS LINK: http://gofobo.com/fxWBd13910

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 has been rated PG for action, some violence, rude humor, thematic elements and mild language.

And “12 HOURS OF SONIC” WRAPS UP!

CHECK OUT THE EXCLUSIVE NEW HOLIDAY-INSPIRED POSTERS, “UGLY SONIC” SWEATERS, CHILI DOG FLAVORED CANDY CANES AND MORE!

Catch A First Look At Keanu Reeves As Shadow In First SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 Trailer

Shadow (Keanu Reeves) in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 from Paramount Pictures and Sega of America, Inc.

Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen this holiday season in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.

Director Jeff Fowler returns along with our all-star cast including Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Idris Elba, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, Adam Pally, Lee Majdoub, newcomers Alyla Browne and Krysten Ritter, with Keanu Reeves joining the franchise as Shadow the Hedgehog.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 opens in theaters December 20, 2024.

And check out the projections featuring images of Sonic, Shadow and the classic Robotnik icon which appeared in Chicago, Dallas, Frankfurt, London, Los Angeles, Mexico City, New York City, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, San Francisco, Seattle, Sydney, Tokyo leading up to the trailer debut.

Both Sonic films have been successful at the box office, demonstrating the popularity of the character and the franchise.

Sonic the Hedgehog (2020) set the record for the biggest opening weekend for a video game film in the United States and Canada.  The domestic gross was $148.9 million with a worldwide take of $319.7 million.

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022) surpassed its predecessor’s domestic gross and also performed well internationally. The domestic box office was $146.1 million, while the global box office was $337.2 million.

Jim Carrey as Ivo Robotnik and Sonic (Ben Schwartz) in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 from Paramount Pictures and Sega of America, Inc.

Paramount Pictures Presents In Association with Sega Sammy Group

An Original Film / Marza Animation Planet / Blur Studio Production

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 is based on the SEGA Video Game

Sonic (Ben Schwartz) in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 from Paramount Pictures and Sega of America, Inc.

Lee Majdoub as Agent Stone, Tails (Colleen O’Shaughnessey), Sonic (Ben Schwartz) and Knuckles (Idris Elba) in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 from Paramount Pictures and Sega of America, Inc.

Win A Family 4-Pack Of Passes To The St. Louis Advance Screening Of PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE

Opening in theaters on September 29th is PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE.

When a magical meteor crash lands in Adventure City, it gives the PAW Patrol pups superpowers, transforming them into The MIGHTY PUPS! But things take a turn for the worse when the pups’ arch-rival Humdinger breaks out of jail and teams up with a mad scientist to steal the superpowers for the two villains. With the fate of Adventure City hanging in the balance, the Mighty Pups must stop the supervillains before it’s too late. Based on the Television Series Created by Keith Chapman.

Directed by Cal Brunker, screenplay by Cal Brunker & Bob Barlen with a story from Cal Brunker & Bob Barlen and Shane Morris, the voice cast includes Mckenna Grace, Taraji P. Henson, Marsai Martin, Christian Convery, Ron Pardo, Lil Rel Howery, Kim Kardashian, Chris Rock, Serena Williams, Alan Kim, Brice Gonzalez, North West, Saint West, Christian Corrao, Luxton Handspiker, Nylan Parthipan, Callum Shoniker, with James Marsden, and Kristen Bell, introducing Finn Lee-Epp.

Get tickets: https://paramnt.us/PAWPatrolTix

The special screening is at 11AM on Saturday, Sept 23rd at Marcus Ronnie’s 20 – (10 AM Suggested Arrival Time).

10 winners will receive 4 passes to the screening & complimentary concessions.

FETCH YOUR PASSES: http://gofobo.com/sEhrA30212

No purchase necessary.

PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE has been rated PG for mild action/peril.

North West as “Mini” and Alan Kim as “Nano” in Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie from Spin Master Entertainment, Nickelodeon Movies, and Paramount Pictures.

Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies and Spin Master Entertainment Present

A Spin Master Entertainment Production

September 9th Check Out The PAW Patrol Experience: Only At CAMP In New York City

CAMP, The Family Experience Company, invites you to travel to Adventure City at The PAW Patrol Experience: Only At CAMP. 

This immersive adventure, inspired by PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, produced by Spin Master Entertainment, opens at CAMP’s Columbus Circle location on September 9th to celebrate the film’s release, which lands in theaters nationwide on September 29th, 2023. Limited tickets for CAMP are available today and can be purchased at https://camp.com/the-paw-patrol-experience;  families are encouraged to reserve spots while supplies last. 

Families will step through CAMP’s Magic Door, this time in the shape of a PAW Patroller vehicle, and explore a 5,500 square-foot world inspired by the new film and created in collaboration with Paramount. PAW Patrol and CAMP fans will have the opportunity to engage with their favorite pups, play out action-packed missions and celebrate the larger-than-life movie:

  • Train to become a member of The Junior Patrollers!
  • Search for missing Meteor Crystals 
  • Put out fires just like Marshall
  • Build a skyscraper (and knock it down) just like Rubble
  • Put the pedal to the metal on Chase’s Roadway
  • Soar like Skye on a zipline over Adventure City
  • Watch special previews of PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie from inside PAW Patrol HQ
  • Shop PAW Patrol toys from Spin Master and additional products for the home and more.

Families lucky enough to secure tickets on opening day will get a special meet and greet with the PAW Patrol at the end of their adventure. 

CAMP is a Family Experience Company that helps answer the question, “What should we do today?” through a unique combination of retail, media, and entertainment. Launched in 2018, CAMP operates eight retail locations in California, Connecticut, Georgia, Massachusetts, New York, and Texas and serves families everywhere via its digital platforms.

A paw-some lineup of recording artists will be featured in the upcoming animated feature film, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, releasing in theatres on September 29, 2023. New original songs include:

“Learning To Fly” by Grammy Award®-winning artist Christina Aguilera, to be released by RCA Records on September 22nd.

“Down Like That” by Grammy Award®-nominated performer Bryson Tiller, to be released by Trapsoul/RCA Records on September 8th.

“Bark to the Beat” by actor and singer Mckenna Grace, who also lends her voice to the character of Skye in the film, the PAW Patrol’s high-flying pup. “Bark to the Beat” features multi-platinum artist blackbear and will be released by Photo Finish Records on September 15th.

When a magical meteor crash lands in Adventure City, it gives the PAW Patrol pups superpowers, transforming them into The MIGHTY PUPS! For Skye, the smallest member of the team, her new powers are a dream come true. But things take a turn for the worse when the pups’ archrival Humdinger breaks out of jail and teams up with Victoria Vance, a meteor-obsessed mad scientist, to steal the superpowers and turn themselves into supervillains. With the fate of Adventure City hanging in the balance, the Mighty Pups have to stop the supervillains before it’s too late, and Skye will need to learn that even the smallest pup can make the biggest difference.

Directed by Cal Brunker (The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature and PAW Patrol: The Movie), the voice cast features Mckenna Grace, Taraji P. Henson, Marsai Martin, Christian Convery, Ron Pardo, Lil Rel Howery, Kim Kardashian, Chris Rock, Serena Williams, Alan Kim, Brice Gonzalez, North West, Saint West, Christian Corrao, Luxton Handspiker, Nylan Parthipan, Callum Shoniker, with James Marsden, and Kristen Bell, introducing Finn Lee-Epp. Score is from Pinar Toprak.

Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies and Spin Master Entertainment Present A Spin Master Entertainment Production

Callum Shoniker as “Rocky”, Christian Corrao as “Marshall”, Christian Convery as “Chase”, McKenna Grace as “Skye”, Luxton Handspiker as “Rubble”, Nylan Parthipan as “Zuma”, and Marsai Martin as “Liberty” in Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie from Spin Master Entertainment, Nickelodeon Movies, and Paramount Pictures.

First Trailer Is Here For PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE Featuring Mckenna Grace, Taraji P. Henson, Chris Rock, Serena Williams And Lil Rel Howery

Alert PAW Fans! Paramount Pictures is brightening up your Monday with the first trailer for PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE.

And check out this voice cast for these Mighty Pups. The film features Mckenna Grace, Taraji P. Henson, Marsai Martin, Christian Convery, Ron Pardo, Lil Rel Howery, Kim Kardashian, Chris Rock, Serena Williams, Alan Kim, Brice Gonzalez, North West, Saint West, Christian Corrao, Luxton Handspiker, Nylan Parthipan, Callum Shoniker, with James Marsden, and Kristen Bell, introducing Finn Lee-Epp.

When a magical meteor crash lands in Adventure City, it gives the PAW Patrol pups superpowers, transforming them into The MIGHTY PUPS! For Skye, the smallest member of the team, her new powers are a dream come true. But things take a turn for the worse when the pups’ archrival Humdinger breaks out of jail and teams up with Victoria Vance, a meteor-obsessed mad scientist, to steal the superpowers and turn themselves into supervillains. With the fate of Adventure City hanging in the balance, the Mighty Pups have to stop the supervillains before it’s too late, and Skye will need to learn that even the smallest pup can make the biggest difference.

Director of PAW Patrol: The Movie (2021), Cal Brunker is back in the director’s chair for the sequel.

The cute story is by Cal Brunker & Bob Barlen and Shane Morris, with a score by composer Pinar Toprak (Captain Marvel, Fortnite, Stargirl).

Based on the Television Series Created by Keith Chapman, look for PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE in theaters on September 29.

North West as “Mini” and Alan Kim as “Nano” in Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie from Spin Master Entertainment, Nickelodeon Movies, and Paramount Pictures.
Callum Shoniker as “Rocky”, Christian Corrao as “Marshall”, Christian Convery as “Chase”, McKenna Grace as “Skye”, Luxton Handspiker as “Rubble”, Nylan Parthipan as “Zuma”, and Marsai Martin as “Liberty” in Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie from Spin Master Entertainment, Nickelodeon Movies, and Paramount Pictures.

Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies and Spin Master Entertainment Present

A Spin Master Entertainment Production

DISENCHANTED – Review

With a few more weeks in the holiday season, you just know that this weekend’s new take on Pinocchio wouldn’t be the only family-aimed musical family feature based on a fairy tale. Well, “kind of” as this new film is a sequel to an unexpected hit from fifteen years ago that was “inspired” by those lush film fables with hummable tunes that Disney specialized in. In many ways, it was a parody of them, which is ironic since the “mouse house” produced it. Now many fans of that flick may wonder about those 2007 characters. Could they possibly change and become DISENCHANTED?


This follow-up actually begins in the fully-animated magical world of Andalasia, where the chipmunk Pip (voice of Griffin Newman) reads his twin boys a bedtime story, which, conveniently for “newbies” is a recap of the original film. But the lads implore their pop to tell them just what happens after “happily ever after”. Jump ahead ten years. Of course, human Giselle (Amy Adams) has wed her “prince”, lawyer Robert (Patrick Dempsey). After she gives birth to their daughter Sophia, the NYC apartment feels a bit cramped with them along with their now-teenaged daughter Morgan (Gabriella Baldacchino). The best plan is a new home out of the city and into the new suburban community of Monroeville, much to the annoyance of Morgan. They arrive at the still-in-progress two-story house and soon see a golden glow emanating from the backyard “wishing well”. Suddenly the glow fades to reveal old friends Prince Edward (James Marsden) and his bride Nancy (Idina Menzel). And they brought a fabulous housewarming present, a small chest containing a “wishing wand”. After they depart, Giselle accompanies Morgan to her first day of high school. There they meet the town’s unofficial “queen”, the imposing Malvina (Maya Rudolph), and her two helpers, Rosaleen (Yvette Nicole Brown) and Ruby (Jayma May). Giselle’s efforts to help Morgan be popular at school prove disastrous, prompting her to take the train back to the city, and call her a “wicked stepmother”. The upset former princess decides to use that wand, wishing for a “fairy tale life”. Then Monroeville magically transforms into the medieval kingdom of Morolasia under the rule of its actual queen Malvina. Robert’s a dashing knight in search of challenges, while Morgan is a sweet Cinderella-type bubbly lass. All’s well it seems until Giselle begins acting on sudden nasty awful impulses. Could she be turning into a real wicked stepmother? Can this spell be broken, even after Malvina and her pals snatch the wand?

Despite the passing of fifteen years (kinda’ confusing that it’s just ten in the story), Adams’ cheery smile lights up the screen, projecting a sunny optimism that’s oblivious to those around her. But here we get the flip side of Giselle as Adams relishes going “dark” and tossing off insults with a mischievous grin. Oh, and she can still belt out a show-stoppin’ song. Dempsy also plays with his role as Robert as he indulges his slapstick side as a klutzy swashbuckler, though he can kick up his heels, er..boots, during a big number. Baldacchino is a new addition (Rachel Duff from the first flick has “aged out”, though she still scores a brief cameo) believable as the sullen surly teen and bouncy and bubbly when “happied-up” by the wand. Also enjoying a walk on the wild, wicked side is Rudolph (though we never see the “nice” side) who’s a “lifestyle” diva in the real world, and a conniving demoness as a true fantasy villainess, even dancing about as she conjures and plots, and treats us to her song stylings. Of course, there’s no match vocally for the superb Menzel whose role is much smaller this time but gets to treat us to her perfect “pipes’ with a couple of melodies. Plus she makes a great duo with the energetic and goofy Marsden as the sweet but daft prince. Speaking of pairs, Brown and Mays are terrific as the toading, bickering hench…women. Oh, and there are a couple of wonderful comic actors in brief roles. Oscar Nunez is a simpering, fawning barista and a magic mirror, while Alan Tudyk is a loopy delight as a talking magic scroll.

All those actors, new and old, seem to be relishing their roles, the sets are eye-popping along with the costumes, and the songs from Stephen Schwartz and Alan Menkin are hummable and pleasant. But something feels just off. Perhaps it’s missing some of that 2007 magic. Maybe the concept feels a bit..worn. Aha, maybe it’s the loss of a major character, the Big Apple itself. Giselle’s “fish out of water” bumping up against New Yorkers that have no patience for fantasy created a great backdrop for romance and comedy. The “wickining” of her this time out gives this film a nice twist, but we’re waiting for her to “snap out of it”. And Monroeville or Monrolasia is no match for NYC, as its modern version feels out of any teen high school story. New director Adam Shankman (taking over from Kevin Lima) really excels with the big musical numbers and the slapstick sequences, but the mother/daughter clashes just feel flat. And the lack of real interplay between reality and the classic 2-D style animation is very missed here. Hardcore fans of the first flick may enjoy an update on the characters, but those looking for some of the former’s fun and frolics, may (after multiple endings) feel more than a bit DISENCHANTED.


2 Out of 4

DISENCHANTED is now streaming exclusively on Disney+

See Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, Maya Rudolph, Idina Menzel And James Marsden In New Trailer For Disney+ DISENCHANTED

Amy Adams as Giselle in Disney’s live-action DISENCHANTED, exclusively on Disney+. Photo courtesy of Disney. © 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Disney+ has released a delightful new trailer for “Disenchanted,” the all-new musical comedy and sequel to “Enchanted.” The film, which reunites original cast members Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, Idina Menzel, and James Marsden and also stars Maya Rudolph, Gabriella Baldacchino, Yvette Nicole Brown, and Jayma Mays, is directed by Adam Shankman and features new songs from Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz. “Disenchanted” debuts November 18, exclusively on Disney+.

It has been more than ten years since Giselle (Adams) and Robert (Dempsey) wed, but Giselle has grown disillusioned with life in the city, so they move their growing family to the sleepy suburban community of Monroeville in search of a more fairy tale life. Unfortunately, it isn’t the quick fix she had hoped for. Suburbia has a whole new set of rules and a local queen bee, Malvina Monroe (Rudolph), who makes Giselle feel more out of place than ever. Frustrated that her happily ever after hasn’t been so easy to find, she turns to the magic of Andalasia for help, accidentally transforming the entire town into a real-life fairy tale and placing her family’s future happiness in jeopardy.Now, Giselle is in a race against time to reverse the spell and determine what happily ever after truly means to her and her family.

(L-R): Pip (voiced by Griffin Newman) and Amy Adams as Giselle in Disney’s live-action DISENCHANTED, exclusively on Disney+. Photo courtesy of Disney. © 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

“Disenchanted stars Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, Maya Rudolph, Yvette Nicole Brown, Jayma Mays, Gabriella Baldacchino, with Idina Menzel and James Marsden. Directed by Adam Shankman from a screenplay by Brigitte Hales and a story by J. David Stem & David N. Weiss, and Richard LaGravenese, “Disenchanted” is produced by Barry Josephson, Barry Sonnenfeld, and Amy Adams, with Jo Burn, Sunil Perkash, and Adam Shankman serving as executive producers. The movie features songs with music by 8-time Oscar®-winning composer Alan Menken and lyrics by three-time Oscar-winning lyricist Stephen Schwartz, whose work on “Enchanted” garnered three Academy Award® nominations and a score by Alan Menken.

The digital soundtrack from Walt Disney Records will be available on Nov. 18 and is available for Pre-Save/Pre-Add here.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 Speeds In With Final Trailer With Stars James Marsden, Shemar Moore, Idris Elba And Jim Carrey

Time to turn up the Het with the final trailer for SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2.

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 FAN EVENT EARLY ACCESS SCREENING 

Fans will have the opportunity to see Sonic the Hedgehog on Wednesday, April 6th, prior to the film’s opening on Friday, April 8th

This screening event will air at 6:00PM local time in participating theatres and will be presented exclusively in premium formats. Moviegoers can get Early Access Screening Theatre Listings and buy tickets to all Sonic the Hedgehog 2 shows at www.sonicthehedgehogmovie.com. Tickets will also be on sale at exhibitors’ websites & mobile apps, and at participating theatre box offices nationwide.

Tails (Colleen O’Shaughnessey) in Sonic The Hedgehog 2 from Paramount Pictures and Sega. Photo Credit: Courtesy Paramount Pictures and Sega of America.

Additionally, commemorative gifts commissioned for this event will be given to each ticketholder. Each fan attending the event will receive an exclusive, limited edition Collector’s Print designed by artist Tyson Hesse, best known for his work on the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise; and a limited-edition comic book reprinted with cinema-exclusive cover art illustrated by Nathalie Fourdraine, an illustrator and animation concept artist who contributes to the IDW Sonic the Hedgehog comic series.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 IS IN THEATRES APRIL 8, 2022

Knuckles (Idris Elba) in Sonic The Hedgehog 2 from Paramount Pictures and Sega. Photo Credit: Courtesy Paramount Pictures and Sega of America.

The world’s favorite blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure in SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2. After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.

From the filmmakers behind The Fast and the Furious and Deadpool, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 stars James Marsden, Ben Schwartz as the voice of Sonic, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, Lee Majdoub and Jim Carrey returning, alongside new additions Shemar Moore, with Idris Elba as the voice of Knuckles and Colleen O’Shaughnessey as the voice of Tails.

Paramount Pictures Presents In Association with SEGA Sammy Group

An Original Film / Marza Animation Planet / Blur Studio Production

Sonic (Ben Schwartz) in Sonic The Hedgehog 2 from Paramount Pictures and Sega.