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While a script isn’t finalized, director Bezucha has already contacted the original cast about a possible sequel. He told CNN he wouldn’t consider a reunion without Janeane Garofalo, who played Jan. Early responses from the actors have been overwhelmingly positive. Potential returning stars include Craig T. Nelson, Rachel McAdams, Elizabeth Reaser, Dermot Mulroney, Luke Wilson, and Tyrone Giordano. Claire Danes and Sarah Jessica Parker, who played sisters and love interests in the first film, are also being considered. Brian J. White could also return. The original movie is currently streaming on Disney+, making it a great time to revisit it. (Note: The original article uses the word ‘stoned’ which is a double entendre referring to both being emotionally affected and under the influence of drugs.)

Leo emphasized that making a movie is a team effort, where everyone relies on each other. While directors and actors often get the spotlight, he pointed out that hundreds of behind-the-scenes professionals – including assistants, prop managers, electricians, sound engineers, makeup artists, and many others – are essential to a film’s success. It was particularly noteworthy to hear this acknowledgement, especially coming from the Vatican. Leo’s comments arrived during a tense time in Italy, where the current right-wing government is clashing with the film industry, which it views as leaning politically left. The government is trying to significantly reduce funding for films, a move many see as part of a broader effort to diminish Italy’s progressive arts scene. These cuts would disproportionately impact the very same behind-the-scenes workers Leo highlighted.

According to data from The Numbers, The Running Man has earned $30.4 million worldwide after five days in cinemas. Of that, $19.4 million came from North American theaters, and $11 million from international audiences. Reaching $30 million globally is a significant achievement, one that only 21 other movies based on the works of Stephen King have accomplished.

The new show benefits from Sylvester Stallone’s popularity and the creative talent of Taylor Sheridan, known for Yellowstone. It’s reportedly attracting a large audience, but making the show hasn’t been easy, with a surprisingly complex production process.

The first version of Blade Runner had a flat voice-over by Harrison Ford and an ending that didn’t quite fit the movie’s mood. However, director Ridley Scott’s later cut fixed these issues by removing the voice-over and adding back important scenes, turning the film into a classic. This is often the goal with a director’s cut – allowing the filmmaker to perfect their original idea.

Stephen Colbert has several years remaining on The Late Show, but landing an interview with the Pope – even a hypothetical Pope Leo XIV – would require significant coordination, given how busy the Pope likely is. He’s been wanting to interview the head of the Catholic Church for a while now. In a recent interview with GQ, he discussed people he’d like to interview but hasn’t yet had the opportunity, and the Pope was among them.

The CW has announced its midseason premiere dates, but unfortunately, “All American” isn’t scheduled to return this winter. While several other shows are coming soon, including season 3 of “Wild Cards,” game shows “Scrabble” and “Trivial Pursuit,” and “Police 24/7,” “All American” wasn’t included in the list of returning programs.