Brendan Fraser: Last News

Oscar frontrunner Brendan Fraser will headline a live online table read of Frank Capra's 1946 holiday classic It's a Wonderful Life on December 11 at 5pm PST, which benefits the Ed Asner Family Center.The one-night only live broadcast, in partnership with Turner Classic Movies and Whatnot, will also star five-time Emmy winner Jean Smart and five-time Emmy nominee Seth Rogen.Other roles will be read by Oscar winner J.K. Simmons, 14-time Emmy nominee Fred Armisen, Independent Spirit Award nominee Ken Jeong as well as Jim Beaver, Brent Spiner, Phil Lamarr, and Ben Mankiewicz.

The 2022 Gotham Awards nominations were shared in New York City on Tuesday morning.The movie Tar starring Cate Blanchett as the iconic but troubled high-profile composter Lydia Tár led the list with five nominations. The film that followed was Aftersun starring Frankie Corio about a child on vacation in Turkey with her father.

The 2022 Gotham Awards nominations were shared in New York City on Tuesday morning.The movie Tar starring Cate Blanchett as the iconic but troubled high-profile composter Lydia Tár led the list with five nominations. The film that followed was Aftersun starring Frankie Corio about a child on vacation in Turkey with her father.

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is projected to enjoy his best domestic opening ever as a leading man thanks to Black Adam.The DC superhero movie is set to make between $60 to $62 million this weekend, according to a new report in Deadline.Black Adam managed to net $26.8 million just on Friday, its first day of release, marking the best opening day for any movie with Dwayne, 50, as the solo lead. Sizzling sensation: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is projected to enjoy his best domestic opening ever as a leading man thanks to Black AdamIts audience so far has apparently been 13% Asian, 25% white, 26% Hispanic and 29% black - as well as 65% men and 35% women.

After facing backlash for wearing a fat suit, celebrities such as Chris Sullivan and Sarah Paulson opened up about taking on their respective roles.

The in-person promotional push for the upcoming acclaimed film The Whale made its way to New York City. Hosting the special event at the American Bar, Variety recognized leading man Brendan Fraser and director Darren Aronofsky for their work on the psychological drama, which focuses on his character, Charlie, 'a reclusive 600-pound man trying to reconnect with his estranged daughter', according to CNN.The lead-up to the theatrical release in December has been an emotional ride for Fraser, who was brought to tears after the world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival in September, and then nearly shed more appreciative tears again at the BFI London Film Festival last week. Man of the moment: Brendan Fraser, 53, attended Variety's The New York Party edition with a special event that honored the actor and director Darren Aronofsky for their work on their new film, The Whale, held at the American Bar in New York City on WednesdayThe event served as a cross promotion of sorts for the publication, considering Fraser and Aronofsky are also on the cover Variety's current 'The New York Issue'.The former star of The Mummy trilogy, 53, kicked his evening off by stepping out in front of photographers decked out in navy blue slacks with a navy blue pinstripe blazer.

Brendan Fraser has apologized for a mammoth 1997 traffic jam in San Francisco, sparked by a hilarious stunt during George of the Jungle filming.The actor, 53, who is tipped for awards season success with his starring role in The Whale, told how a particularly high-octane scene in which George has to rescue a parachutist entangled in the city's Oakland Bay Bridge, sparked traffic chaos.He told SFGate : 'Disney put a mannequin hanging by a parachute from the uprights. It brought traffic to a standstill on either side of the bridge.

Brendan Fraser is apologizing for causing a major traffic disaster in San Francisco while filming "George of the Jungle" 25 years ago. Fraser, who starred in the 1997 film, recalled filming a scene along the Bay Bridge that caused chaos.  He spoke at the Mill Valley Film Festival in California on Thursday and explained that although a dummy was used for the scene, drivers on the bridge believed a real person was in despair. "Disney put a mannequin hanging by a parachute from the uprights.

Clayton Davis Carey Mulligan and Zoe Kazan are splitting up, at least in terms of their Oscar campaign. “She Said,” which premiered at the New York Film Festival, and then one day later at the Middleburg Film Festival in Virginia, will be campaigned by Universal Pictures in the highly competitive best actress category for Kazan while Mulligan will seek attention in the wide-open supporting actress race.  Directed by Maria Schrader, “She Said” tells the story of New York Times reporters Megan Twohey (Mulligan) and Jodi Kantor (Kazan), who helped launched the #MeToo movement by exposing the silence surrounding sexual assault in Hollywood, and particularly Harvey Weinstein. 

experiencing a career renaissance thanks to Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale, which is allowing both fans (and the actor himself) to go back and consider those films he made back when he was a star the first time around. There’s been a lot of talk about Fraser’s time with The Mummy franchise, but the actor took a recent opportunity in the San Francisco bay area to apologize for something that went wrong while filming George of the Jungle, and in doing so made a brand new error. Fraser recently attended the Mill Valley Film Festival (via SFGate) where The Whale was set to be screened.

Brendan Fraser has apologized for a mammoth 1997 traffic jam in San Francisco, sparked by a hilarious stunt during George of the Jungle filming.The actor, 53, who is tipped for awards season success with his starring role in The Whale, told how a particularly high-octane scene in which George has to rescue a parachutist entangled in the city's Oakland Bay Bridge, sparked traffic chaos.He told SFGate : 'Disney put a mannequin hanging by a parachute from the uprights. It brought traffic to a standstill on either side of the bridge.

Clayton Davis J.D. Dillard’s “Devotion” was announced as the Audience Award winner for best narrative film following the conclusion of the Middleburg Film Festival. The Sony Pictures historical drama, which stars Jonathan Majors and Glen Powell, was a heavy favorite from patrons and could be a quiet dark horse contender in the Oscar race. Dillard and actor Christina Jackson were both in attendance in Virginia for a post-screening Q&A. Written by Jake Crane and Jonathan Stewart, the film is based on Adam Makos’ novel and tells the inspirational, true story of two elite U.S. Navy fighter pilots who fought in the Korean War in the 1950s. “We were honored to have these filmmakers join us at the festival to present their exceptional films to our audiences and engage in thoughtful conversations,” said Susan Koch, MFF executive director.

Brendan Fraser revealed he'd consider returning to the "Mummy" film franchise on one condition. Fraser opened up about his return to acting in a new interview. He recently starred in "The Whale" and has a role in the upcoming Martin Scorsese film "Killers of the Flower Moon." Despite the new roles, the actor said he'd consider revisiting the character of Rick O'Connell in the "Mummy" franchise.

Brendan Fraser is sharing his thoughts about the future of Leslie Grace’s Batgirl, following the cancellation of the film, after it was ready to be released. The Hollywood star, who played the villainous Firefly, described the situation as “tragic” and praised the actress for her lead role as the heroine.“It doesn’t engender trust among filmmakers and the studio.

Not a fan. Brendan Fraser, who starred in the original Mummy franchise, has a theory why Tom Cruise’s film remake wasn’t as successful.

Elizabeth Hurley and Brendan Fraser reunite at a special screening of The Whale at The Ham Yard Hotel on Monday (October 10) in London, England.

Brendan Fraser was snapped with his partner Jeanne Moore at the Mill Valley Film Festival in San Rafael, California Thursday, for a screening of his comeback film The Whale.Fraser, 53, donned a stone blue suit with button-down white top and navy blue tie. The Indianapolis, Indiana-born actor rounded out his ensemble with black shoes.Moore, who made her first public appearance with Brendan at the Venice Film Festival last month, looked lovely in a mint green dress with plunging top and a dark blue clutch.

Variety. “Leslie Grace was fantastic.

Brendan Fraser first took on the role of Rick O'Connell in back in 1999, and while he went on to star in two other films in the action-adventure franchise, he hasn't reprised the beloved character since 2008’s . Now, nearly 15 years later, the 53-year-old actor is opening up about whether he'd ever revisit the role again.«I don’t know how it would work,” Fraser tells in an interview published Wednesday. “But I’d be open to it if someone came up with the right conceit.”When the franchise was rebooted in 2017, it was Tom Cruise who took on the challenge of playing the lead in the film.

Clayton Davis Reputations go a long way in Hollywood, and when you’re seeking Oscar attention, a good one provides a significant edge against the competition. While more than a few contenders in this year’s mix have had previous run-ins with colleagues and journalists, those without that baggage have social media, and the industry, rooting for them. At the top of the list is Brendan Fraser, one of the best comeback stories in years. In Darren Aronofsky’s “The Whale” (Aronofsky and Fraser are both on the cover of this week’s New York issue of Variety) where he plays a 600-pound man looking to reconnect with his daughter, he delivers an astounding performance. The adaptation of Samuel D. Hunter’s play may face an uphill battle in other major categories, based on reactions so far. However, the star of “The Mummy” (1999) and “Encino Man” (1992) has been able to rise above any criticism, especially after Variety posted a viral video of him getting emotional during the film’s standing ovation at Venice.

Brendan Fraser first took on the role of Rick O'Connell in The Mummy back in 1999, and while he went to star in two other films in the action-adventure franchise, he hasn't reprised the beloved character since 2008’s “The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor." Now, nearly 15 years later, the 53-year-old actor is opening up about whether or not he'd revisit the role again.«I don’t know how it would work,” Fraser told in an interview published Wednesday. “But I’d be open to it if someone came up with the right conceit.”When the franchise was rebooted in 2017, it was Tom Cruise who took on the challenge of playing the lead in the new film.