When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.
SMURFS features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, JP Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, Marshmello, with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.
Directed by Chris Miller, SMURFS opens in theaters on July 18.
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SMURFS Movie announces the full soundtrack to the film featuring music from Rihanna, Tyla, DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Shenseea, James Corden and more. The soundtrack is available for Pre-Order/Pre-Save HERE and will officially release June 13th via Roc Nation Distribution.
The reveal of the soundtrack follows the release of Rihanna’s “Friend Of Mine” off the soundtrack as well as “Higher Love” by DESI TRILL featuring DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania and Subhi. “Higher Love” also saw an official music video.
See the full soundtrack tracklisting below.
SMURFS MOVIE SOUNDTRACK TRACKLIST
1. Milenge by Natania
2. Celebrate by Natania
3. Friend Of Mine by Rihanna
4. Higher Love by DESI TRILL feat. DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania and Subhi
5. Liar For A Living by Natania
6. It Takes A Village by Natania and The Indian Connect
7. Big Dreams by James Fauntleroy
8. To Me by Lous and the Yakuza
9. Did We by Natania
10. Balle Balouza by Natania, Subhi and The Indian Connect
11. Everything Goes With Blue by Tyla
12. It’s My Party by Shenseea
13. Always On The Outside by James Corden
14. Higher Calling by The Indian Connect
When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe. SMURFS features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, JP Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Jimmy Kimmel, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, Marshmello, with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.
SMURFSIn Theatres July 18, 2025.
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No Name (James Corden) and Smurfette (Rihanna) in Smurfs from Paramount Animation.
When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.
SMURFS features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, JP Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.
The Smurf movies have been a hit with audiences. The first Smurfs movie was the most commercially successful, grossing over half a billion dollars worldwide. The totals for the live-action films are, The Smurfs (2011) $563,749,323 and The Smurfs 2 (2013): $347,434,178, while the animated films brought in respectively The Smurfs and the Magic Flute (1975): $19,000,000 and Smurfs: The Lost Village (2017): $197,183,546. The total box office gross stands at $1,127,367,047.
After Santa Claus – Code Name: RED ONE – is kidnapped, the North Pole’s Head of Security (Dwayne Johnson) must team up with the world’s most infamous bounty hunter (Chris Evans) in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas. Directed by Jake Kasdan, the film also features Lucy Liu, Kiernan Shipka, Bonnie Hunt, Kristofer Hivju, Nick Kroll, Wesley Kimmel and J.K. Simmons.
Amazon MGM Studios will release RED ONE theatrically in the US on November 15, 2024.
After Santa Claus – Code Name: RED ONE – is kidnapped, the North Pole’s Head of Security (Dwayne Johnson) must team up with the world’s most infamous bounty hunter (Chris Evans) in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas.
Starring Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Lucy Liu, Kiernan Shipka, Bonnie Hunt, Kristofer Hivju, Nick Kroll, Wesley Kimmel and J.K. Simmons, check out the trailer now.
Directed by Jake Kasdan (JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE, BAD TEACHER, SEX TAPE, JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL), Amazon MGM Studios will release RED ONE theatrically in the US on November 15, 2024 and worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures internationally this November
Opening in IMAX®, Dolby Cinema and all premium large formats.
History of the World, Part II — Episode 102 — Judas betrays Jesus; Shirley Chisholm makes a big announcement. General Grant finds himself in trouble and Marco Polo meets Kublai Khan. Schmuck Mudman (Nick Kroll), shown. (Photo by: Greg Gayne/Hulu)
After waiting over 40 years there is finally a sequel to the seminal Mel Brooks film, “History of the World, Part I,” with each episode featuring a variety of sketches that take us through different periods of human history.
Starring Mel Brooks, Wanda Sykes, Nick Kroll, Ike Barinholtz, catch the first teaser.
Mel Brooks writes and executive produces on the series along with Nick Kroll, Wanda Sykes, Ike Barinholtz, and David Stassen. Kevin Salter, David Greenbaum and Christie Smith also serve as executive producers. “History of the World Part II” is a production of Searchlight Television and 20th Television.
Mel Brooks’ History of the World PART II, a four night event, begins streaming March 6 on Hulu.
History of the World, Part II — Episode 101 — General Grant heads out in search of a drink; After the Russian Tsar is executed, Schmuck Mudman and his family head to Moscow; Shakespeare’s Writers Room; Invention of Fire; The REAL Kama Sutra. Shirley Chisholm (Wanda Sykes), shown. (Photo by: Tyler Golden/Hulu)History of the World, Part II — Episode 102 — Judas betrays Jesus; Shirley Chisholm makes a big announcement. General Grant finds himself in trouble and Marco Polo meets Kublai Khan. Leon Trotsky (Ike Barinholtz), shown. (Photo by: Greg Gayne/Hulu)History of the World, Part II — Episode 101 — General Grant heads out in search of a drink; After the Russian Tsar is executed, Schmuck Mudman and his family head to Moscow; Shakespeare’s Writers Room; Invention of Fire; The REAL Kama Sutra. Commentator (Nick Kroll), Commentator (Wanda Sykes), and Commentator (Ike Barinholtz) shown. (Photo: courtesy of Hulu)
The end of 1981’s HISTORY OF THE WORLD, PART ONE teased fans that there would be A HISTORY OF THE WORLD, PART 2.
Audiences were given a mini-end-of-credits look that included “See… Hitler On Ice,” “See… A Viking Funeral,” “See… Jews In Space”.
Little did we know it would take director Mel Brooks 40 plus years to make good on that trailer from his hilarious movie. For we fans of the film, the sequel will come to fruition!
In October 2021, the plans for a sequel were announced.
According to the report on Rolling Stones, Hulu has ordered the eight-episode variety series History of the World, Part II.
The show will follow the same format as the film, which was made up of segments parodying periods of world history. With a laundry list of current events to choose from, there’s no shortage of options for the show’s creators to pull inspiration from as the writers’ room kicks off this October.
Production on History of the World, Part II is set to begin in spring 2022 with Brooks on board as a writer alongside Nick Kroll, Wanda Sykes, Ike Barinholtz, David Stassen, and Kevin Salter.
While promoting her hosting duties on this Sunday’s Oscar telecast, Wanda Sykes talked about working with Mel Brooks on History of the World, Part II. Listen to what Sykes has to say at the 6:55 mark.
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Get ready for more finger snaps! The eccentric and unconventional Addams family is back in the all-new full-length animated comedy, THE ADDAMS FAMILY 2, available to own for the first time on Blu-ray and DVD January 18, 2022 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Hailed by critics as “creepier and kookier than the first” (Owen Gleiberman, Variety), MGM’s hilarious sequel brings the beloved macabre squad closer than ever before as they squeeze into the family RV and embark on a cross-country road trip. Packed with family-friendly laughs and spooky hijinks, THE ADDAMS FAMILY2on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital is filled with brand-new exclusive bonus features for all ages to enjoy including a road trip checklist and featurettes with cast and crew, taking audiences behind the scenes of the wonderfully weird world of the Addams family and the film’s messages of family, love and acceptance. THE ADDAMS FAMILY 2-MOVIE COLLECTION is also available to own on DVD on January 18, 2022.
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From directors Greg Tiernan (Sausage Party, “Thomas & Friends”) and Conrad Vernon (Shrek2, Madagascar 3), THE ADDAMS FAMILY 2 boasts a star-studded and critically acclaimed voice cast including Golden Globe-winner Oscar Isaac (Star Wars: The Last Jedi, X-Men: Apocalypse), Oscar-winner Charlize Theron (Long Shot, Kubo and the Two Strings), Chloë Grace Moretz (Kick Ass, The 5th Wave), Emmy-nominee Nick Kroll (The Secret Life of Pets 2, Sing), Javon ‘Wanna’ Walton (“Euphoria,” “Utopia”), Wallace Shawn (the Toy Story franchise, The Princess Bride), music icon Snoop Dogg, Oscar-nominee Bette Midler (HocusPocus, The First Wives Club),Emmy®-winner Bill Hader (Inside Out, Trainwreck)and more!
Morticia (Charlize Theron) and Gomez (Oscar Isaac) are distraught that their children are growing up, skipping family dinners, and totally consumed with “scream time.” To reclaim their bond, they decide to cram Wednesday (Chloë Grace Moretz), Pugsley (Javon ‘Wanna’ Walton), Uncle Fester (Nick Kroll) and the crew into their haunted camper and hit the road for one last miserable family vacation. What could possibly go wrong?
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We’re Altogether Addams:Meet the people behind the voices.
Courage to be Kooky: See why it’s okay to be different (even kooky) with a little help from the cast of THE ADDAMS FAMILY 2.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Road Trip Checklist: In this “How To” vignette, we’ll show you everything you need for a successful road trip with the family. From essentials to games, we’ve got you covered.
So, did you blow out your vocal cords when you went from house to house caroling this holiday season? Would you rather watch somebody else croon some tunes for your entertainment? And if they’re cute and fuzzy, why all the better! After you knock back some hot tea and lemon, head over to the multiplex because an encore concert is about to start. Encore? Yes, can you believe that it’s been five years and a day since a menagerie of cuddly critters warbled dozens of pop tunes and standards. Yes, that long ago! So take a break from the Christmas “crunch” and shuttle the whole family to the moves to tap your toes (but please refrain from joining vocally) along with the cartoon cast of SING 2.
During those years it appears that all’s going well at the New Moon Theatre. The current musical revue based on “Alice in Wonderland” produced by Buster Moon (voice of Matthew McConaughey) is a smash. He’s so confident that he invites a talent scout from The Crystal Tower Theatre in fabulous Redshore City to catch it, with hopes that her boss will pick them up for a residency. Unfortunately, Ms. Suki ( Chelsea Peretti) is unimpressed and heads to the lobby right after the big “Let’s Go Crazy” number. She tells the pleading Buster that they’re just not ready for the “big time”. But he and his troupe are not deterred, so Gunter (Nick Kroll) blurts out an idea for an outer space revue, and they soon pile into a bus for a road trip to Redshore. After a bit of subterfuge, they make it into the plush penthouse office of Mr. Crystal (Bobby Cannavale) himself. But he’s not interested until the cast guarantees that reclusive music superstar Clay Calloway will come out of retirement to be part of the cast. Crystal gives them a “go”, so now Buster and number one Clay fan Ash (Scarlett Johannson) have to convince the “legend” to perform again. And there’s still plenty of backstage drama to deal with. Male lead Johnny (Taron Eggerton) clashes with the impatient dance director Klaus (Adam Buxton), but he learns the “moves’ with help from street dancer Nooshy (Letitia Wright). Then Crystal insists that his talent-challenged daughter Porsha (Halsey) replace the nervous (afraid of heights) Rosita (Reese Witherspoon). Plus the female lead Meena (Tori Kelly)has no chemistry with vain Crystal Theatre star Darius (Eric Andre), as she’d rather spend time with dreamy ice cream vendor Alfonso (Pharrell Williams). Can Buster and his pals possibly pull everything together in order to avoid the wrath (and pointy fangs) of the vicious Mr. Crystal?
As is the case with many film sequels, I can say with confidence that if you enjoyed the first flick, then you’ll probably enjoy this one, too. I must admit that I’m not in that group. Watching a hundred or so minutes of “fuzzies’ and friends doing karaoke just wears thin on me. Now, you got each main character’s “origin” story last time, so this all hinges on the new plot or “show’ and all the new characters introduced. Buster’s got a pretty fearsome villain to butt heads with in Mr. Crystal, a snarling sociopath in the mode of Shere Khan or Scar, with street guy swagger. Kudos to the filmmakers for making him more dangerous than buffoon-ish, even at the risk of spooking the “wee ones”. And I like his daughter Porsha, who’s more dim than deadly, though she often enjoys flaunting her privilege. Plus Halsey and Carnavale do a great job as their respective “pipes”. But the best of the bunch is Clay, a slow-moving stoic silver lion with a surprisingly warm Texas drawl, considering his vocal “source” ( a true rock icon that I won’t spoil, though he’s on the poster). Also visually pleasing is the background design which makes Redshore a bright shiny pastel-colored near-mirror image of a certain gambling/entertainment mecca. Ditto for the forced perspectives of the outer-space show sets and auditorium with the singers and dancing zipping along on wires that dangle them dozens of stories above the adoring throngs. All this tries to make up for another fairly thin story and some tiresome slapstick bits. Recent films like the superb ENCANTO have set the bar very high for animated musical features, as the tunes reveal more info on the characters while pushing the plot forward, rather than stopping everything for a big brassy solo. And this flick’s hero, Buster, is just pleasant to the point of dull banality. Like its predecessor, it may make a good “first film” for toddlers with its tunes and soft colors. But for more discerning viewers, and fans of the talented folks at Illumination Animation, you may get more than a bit “fidgety’, and wish you were seeing another adventure of Gru and his Minions, rather than the simple show-biz shenanigans of SING 2.
1.5 Out of 4
SING 2 opens in theatres everywhere on Wednesday, December 22, 2021
This holiday season, the new chapter in Illumination’s smash animated franchise arrives with big dreams and spectacular hit songs as the ever-optimistic Buster Moon and his all-star cast of performers prepare to launch their most dazzling stage extravaganza yet …all in the glittering entertainment capital of the world. There’s just one hitch: They first have to persuade the world’s most reclusive rock star—played by global music icon Bono, in his animated film debut—to join them.
Buster (Oscar® winner Matthew McConaughey) has turned the New Moon Theater into a local hit, but Buster has his eyes on a bigger prize: Debuting a new show at the Crystal Tower Theater in glamorous Redshore City.
But with no connections, Buster and his cast—including harried mother Rosita (Oscar® winner Reese Witherspoon), rocker Ash (Scarlett Johansson), earnest Johnny (Taron Egerton), shy Meena (Tori Kelly) and, of course, provocateur Gunter (Nick Kroll)—have to sneak their way into the world-famous Crystal Entertainment offices, run by ruthless mogul Jimmy Crystal (Emmy winner Bobby Cannavale).
In a desperate attempt to get Mr. Crystal’s attention, Gunter spontaneously pitches an outrageous idea that Buster quickly runs with, promising that their new show will star rock legend Clay Calloway (Bono). Problem is, Buster has never met Clay, an artist who shut himself away from the world more than a decade ago after the loss of his wife. Even worse, Buster has failed to realize that Mr. Crystal is an egocentric gangster who would rather drop somebody off the roof of a building than be lied to.
As Gunter helps Buster dream up an out-of-this-world theatrical masterpiece, and the pressure (and sinister threats) from Mr. Crystal mount, Rosita’s leading role in the show gets ripped away and handed to Mr. Crystal’s spoiled daughter, Porsha, played by Grammy-nominated artist Halsey. Desperate to save the show, and his life, Buster embarks on a quest to find Clay and persuade him to return to the stage.
What begins as a dream of big-time success becomes an emotional reminder of the power of music to heal even the most broken heart.
Sing 2 is written and directed by acclaimed returning filmmaker Garth Jennings and features additional new characters played by music superstar Pharrell Williams, Black Panther’s Letitia Wright and comedians Eric André and Chelsea Peretti. The film is produced by Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and by Janet Healy. Sing 2 combines dozens of hit songs from pop to rock, K-pop to Latin, and from artists including Billie Eilish, Drake, U2, The Weeknd, Prince, Taylor Swift, BTS, Cardi B, Bad Bunny, J Balvin, Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello. With electrifying performances, breathtaking artistry and Illumination’s signature humor and heart, Sing 2 is sure to be the definitive feel-good cinematic event of the year.
Cast: Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson, Taron Egerton, Tori Kelly, Nick Kroll, Bobby Cannavale, Halsey, Pharrell Williams, Letitia Wright, Eric André, Chelsea Peretti and Bono.
