Latest Movie News as of July 15, 2025
by Mike Bell
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Back to the Future: 40th Anniversary and Beyond
2025 marks the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future, which premiered on July 3, 1985. Celebrations include retrospectives and special events reflecting the film’s lasting legacy.
- Special Screening: December 5, 2025, in Florence, Alabama, supporting the Michael J. Fox Foundation.
- Lea Thompson Interview: In a July 4, 2025, CNN article, she described the script as “perfect” and praised its multi-generational appeal.
- Broadway Buzz: TikTok star Maddie Grace Jepson will debut as Lorraine Baines at the Adelphi Theatre starting August 13, 2025.
- Guitar Hunt: Gibson is searching for the original Cherry Red ES-345™ guitar from the “Enchantment Under the Sea” scene.
- Book Release: An expanded edition of Why We Love Back to the Future by Brad Gilmore was released on April 30, 2025.
Back to the Future Key Events
| Event | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 40th Anniversary Screening | December 5, 2025 | Florence, AL, benefits the Michael J. Fox Foundation |
| Broadway Musical | August 13, 2025 | Maddie Grace Jepson as Lorraine Baines at Adelphi Theatre |
| Guitar Search | June 3, 2025 | Gibson seeks iconic Cherry Red ES-345™ |
Sources: Back to the Future News, CNN
Blade Runner: Expansion with Blade Runner 2099
The Blade Runner universe continues with Blade Runner 2099, a new sci-fi miniseries created by Silka Luisa for Amazon Prime. It follows the timeline of the 1982 and 2017 films, with a planned release in 2025.
- Production: Filmed in Prague, May–December 2024.
- Cast: Michelle Yeoh, Hunter Schafer, Dimitri Abold, Lewis Gribben.
- Director: Jonathan Van Tulleken (first two episodes).
- Trivia: Originally planned for Belfast but delayed by the 2023 WGA strike.
Blade Runner 2099 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Type | Amazon Prime sci-fi miniseries |
| Creator | Silka Luisa |
| Lead Cast | Michelle Yeoh, Hunter Schafer |
| Production | May–December 2024 in Prague |
Dirty Dancing: Musical and Sequel in Motion
The beloved 1987 classic Dirty Dancing is experiencing a resurgence with both a stage musical and a film sequel in development for 2025.
- Stage Musical: Debuts late 2025; written by Eleanor Bergstein and directed by Lonny Price. Plans include Broadway and international tours.
- Sequel Film: Tentatively scheduled for June 6, 2025, though delays remain possible.
- Live Events: Dirty Dancing in Concert heads to Australia in September–October 2025, with a film fest screening in Greensboro on August 14.
Dirty Dancing 2025 Highlights
| Project | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage Musical | Launches late 2025, Broadway-bound |
| Sequel Film | Expected June 6, 2025 (subject to delays) |
| Concert Tour | Australia, September–October 2025 |
James Bond: A New Era Begins
Amazon MGM Studios, in collaboration with Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, is steering the iconic Bond franchise into new territory. A major 2025 update confirms Denis Villeneuve will direct the next 007 film.
- Director: Denis Villeneuve (Dune, Blade Runner 2049).
- Producers: Amy Pascal, David Heyman, Tanya Lapointe.
- Casting Rumours: Tom Holland, Jacob Elordi, and Harris Dickinson are reportedly top contenders.
- Direction: Aiming for a younger, rebooted Bond with broader appeal.
Sources: About Amazon, Variety, The Guardian