Hollywood has once again kept movie fans on their toes. From Jason Statham’s reunion with Guy Ritchie to Naruto moving forward and John Wick getting animated, this week delivered exciting news. 

Let’s get you up to speed on the week’s biggest movie news.   

Guy Ritchie to Direct Jason Statham in Netflix’s Upcoming Dogfight

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According to Deadline, Jason Statham will star in Guy Ritchie’s written, directed, and produced Netflix feature, Dogfight. The production of their seventh collaboration is scheduled to begin in 2027, backed by Black Bear, Toff Guy Films, and Punch Palace. 

The upcoming actioner will bring a revenge-driven story set in the heart of London’s criminal underworld. Statham, Ivan Atkinson, and John Friedberg will also produce the film alongside Ritchie. 

Ben Wang Emerges as Potential Iceman in Upcoming X-Men Film

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A report from Deadline reveals that Ben Wang has entered talks to play Bobby Drake, aka Iceman, in Marvel Studios’ new X-Men movie. Wang is currently playing Wyatt Callow in the upcoming The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. 

If the deal goes through, Wang will join a cast featuring Christopher Abbott as Professor X, Adam Driver as Mr. Sinister, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, Inde Navarrette as Rogue, Maya Boyd as Storm, Asa Germann as Angel, and Sadie Sink as Jean Grey. 

Jake Schreier directs X-Men from a screenplay co-written by Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo. Kevin Feige is producing the film, which is to hit theaters on May 5, 2028. 

Keanu Reeves Reprises John Wick Role for Upcoming Animated Prequel

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Variety has learned that Keanu Reeves has officially closed a deal to voice John Wick in Lionsgate’s animated prequel movie. The story, as announced earlier, follows Wick as he carries out the Impossible Task, eliminating all his enemies in one night to settle his debt to the High Table and earn the freedom to be with Helen, the love of his life. 

Shannon Tindle, known for Ultraman: Rising (2024) and Kubo and the Two Strings (2016), will direct from Ryan and Kaz Firpo’s script. Reeves will produce the feature alongside John Wick producers Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, and Chad Stahelski, with Point Grey also on board. 

New Constantine Movie Officially in Development

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While Reeves is confirmed to return as Wick, his reprisal of Constantine remains uncertain, despite Evil Dead Wrath director Francis Galluppi being tapped to pen the script for a new Constantine movie, according to Deadline. This comes ahead of Wrath, the seventh installment in the iconic horror franchise, and marks another major step in Galluppi’s studio career alongside his involvement with DC Studios. 

The studio has not disclosed the film’s storyline, casting details, or release date. 

Josh O’Connor-led Jack of Spades Finds a Home at Netflix

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The Hollywood Reporter reports that Netflix has acquired distribution rights to Joel Coen’s next directorial project, Jack of Spades. Based on Frances Frederica Montrésor’s 1901 novel “The Alien: A Story of Middle Age,” the film is a gothic mystery set in the Scottish Highlands.

The film stars Patsy Ferran, Josh O’Connor, Damian Lewis, and Lesley Manville. Joel Coen co-wrote the screenplay with Ethan Coen, Eleanor Catton, and Conor McPherson. He also produces alongside Frances McDormand, Steven Rales, Graham Broadbent, Peter Czernin, and Robert Graf. 

Production wrapped earlier this year with a theatrical release planned for fall 2027, followed by its streaming debut. Netflix is also eyeing the film as a potential awards contender. 

Naruto Live-Action Movie Takes a Major Step Forward with Greenlight

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THR revealed that a live-action film adaptation of popular manga Naruto has been greenlit and will start production in spring 2027. Lionsgate and Sony Pictures have collaborated on the project, and Sony will handle its international distribution.

The movie is based on Masashi Kishimoto’s manga and will be Destin Daniel Cretton’s next project after Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026). Cretton will write, direct, and produce the film. Avi Arad, Ari Arad, and Emmy Yu are producing for Arad Productions, with Cretton and Jeyun Munford also producing through Hisako.  

Charles Melton is the only actor linked to the project so far and is reportedly being considered for Kakashi Hatake. The search for Naruto’s lead actor continues.

Bradley Cooper’s G.I. Joe Movie is Scheduled for 2028

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Variety confirmed that Paramount will release Bradley Cooper’s G.I. Joe on October 20, 2028. Danny McBride helms the reimagining of the franchise from a screenplay by Jeff Fradley and John Carcieri. 

Cooper will play Duke, one of the franchise’s most recognizable characters, although the studio has yet to reveal further plot details. Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Mark Vahradian, and Zev Foreman are producing for Hasbro Entertainment. 

News update courtesy of Madiha Ali

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