Sep 5, 2011

Looks like Brazilian model Ana Paula Araujo is the girl of focus in the 23rd James Bond film. Maybe you've seen her before?

Jul 11, 2011

It's official. Javier Bardem, who is known for his roles in 'Eat Pray Love' and 'No Country For Old Men', has been cast as the central baddie in the upcoming movie 'James Bond 23'.

Jul 9, 2011

It's getting closer to being official, so let's catch up a bit on the current status of "Bond 23", and discuss the history of Black actors in Bond movies.

Jul 3, 2011

Beyonce has confirmed she will lead the cast in Clint Eastwood's "A Star Is Born" remake.

Jun 23, 2011

As Tarantino finds his lead actor, Idris Elba joins Guillermo del Toro's next picture.

Jun 8, 2011

British actor Idris Elba, best known for his role as Stringer Bell in "The Wire", may join the cast of Mexican director Guillermo del Toro's next project titled "Pacific Rim".

May 24, 2011

Michael Ealy, Jerry Ferrara, Taraji Henson, Romany Malco, Gary Owen and Gabrielle Union join Kevin Hart in the movie adaptation of Steve Harvey's best-seller.

May 7, 2011

Charles S. Dutton is the first actor cast in FX's drama pilot "Powers", based on the graphic novel by Brian Michael Bendis and Michael Avon Oeming.

May 4, 2011

Bookeem joins a movie called "Total Recall" that is nothing like the movie you remember to play a character you're probably not familiar with.

Apr 5, 2011

Tyler Perry is set to write, direct, produce and star in the romantic drama “Good Deeds” for Lionsgate. Perry will play an affluent and successful entrepreneur who’s about to get married when he becomes enamored with a down-on-her-luck single mom. Thesp will produce via his Tyler Perry Studios banner, along with Lionsgate. Production is set...

Apr 1, 2011

THEBLACKBOXOFFICE has learned that Tyler Perry Studios have announced plans to remake the classic film "The Ten Commandments". This announcement comes on the heals of yesterday's press release that TPS and Lionsgate the two will remain partners Casting has already began with Tyler Perry in the lead as Moses, Eddie Murphy as Rameses, Anne Hathaway as Nefretiri, and Mos Def as Dathan. The role of Sephora has not been decided yet. Read On for the details...

Apr 1, 2011

We are proud to announce that we have received angel funding of 1.5 million dollars to remake the classic...Mildred Pierce. This will be the third adaptation of the novel, and the first with an all-Black cast.

Mar 30, 2011

In terms of casting for superman TBBO staff is split. The ladies seem to like the casting choice, the men...well not so much. What do you think?

Feb 25, 2011

Plans are in motion to remake "The Bodyguard". Will it live up to the original?

Feb 15, 2011

Warner Brothers is in talks to sign actor James Franco to play the lead role Kaneda in the live-action manga production of “Akira.”

Feb 1, 2011

No more Idris Elba. Now Tyler Perry is the lead in the new movie adaptation of James Patterson novel "I, Alex Cross". Can he pull it off?

Dec 18, 2010

George Clooney has agreed to replace Robert Downey, Jr. in an upcoming sci-fi movie 'Gravity'.

Dec 14, 2010

Doctor Who, and by association Torchwood, has long been considered lovable British television, but only for nerds. Luckily Starz is hoping to change that by bringing Torchwood (the more accessible of the two) to America (co-producing with the BBC) and have just announced their first lead actor. Mekhi Phifer will play an ambitious CIA agent who has a brush with...

Dec 6, 2010

In treatment is a HBO series that has a strong committed following. It’s not a mega following but it is dedicated. In treatment offers the viewer a voyeurs view of therapy sessions with three patients, as well as the therapy sessions with the therapist himself. Dr. Paul Weston Played by actor Gabriel Byrne has found a new therapist, Adele played by Amy...

Nov 9, 2010

[Update] 11/15/10  Zac Efron was not offered the job! We’ll keep you posted on Akira casting news! The actor is reportedly in talks to play gang leader Shotaro Kaneda. The story of the film revolves around teen biker gang member Kaneda, whose latent powers are exposed after he is subjected to a government experiment. While the original is set in...

Oct 8, 2010

For the first time since "Star Trek", Tyler Perry will be starring in a film he's not directing. That film is "Take My Wife", a comedy he will co-star in with Dwayne Johnson.

Oct 3, 2010

Hollywood actress Eva Mendes will reportedly not reprise her role in "Ghost Rider" sequel, and director Mark Steven Johnson will not wield the megaphone for part two.

Oct 3, 2010

Actress Emma Stone is likely to play Mary Jane in the new "Spider Man" movie.

Sep 27, 2010

Viola Davis is the #1 name being talked about to play Shirley Chisholm in an upcoming dramatic adaptation of her life story.