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Spaceballs sequel unveiled at CinemaCon amid studio shifts

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Spaceballs sequel unveiled at CinemaCon amid studio shifts
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  • Amazon MGM Studios unveiled the Spaceballs sequel and other films at CinemaCon.
  • Paramount's pending acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery was a key industry topic at the event.
  • Christopher Nolan presented The Odyssey, the first film shot entirely on IMAX film.

Amazon MGM Studios showcased its upcoming slate at CinemaCon on Wednesday night, with a video message from Mel Brooks announcing the title 'Spaceballs: The New One'. Rick Moranis appeared on stage at the presentation, which also offered first looks at 'I Play Rocky', 'The Thomas Crown Affair', 'Masters of the Universe', 'The Sheep Detectives', and 'How to Rob a Bank'. Michael B. Jordan directs and stars in 'The Thomas Crown Affair'. Amazon MGM Studios promised to release 15 movies a year by 2027. Courtenay Valenti, head of film at Amazon MGM Studios, gave an update on the James Bond selection process at CinemaCon. She said Amazon MGM Studios is taking time to select the next James Bond with care and deep respect. Denis Villeneuve is directing the next James Bond film, which includes producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman, executive producer Tanya Lapointe, and screenwriter Steven Knight.

Paramount Pictures is presenting at CinemaCon on Thursday amid its pending deal to acquire Warner Bros., with Paramount Skydance having reached a deal valued at $111 billion to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery in late February. No one mentioned Paramount at the Warner Bros. presentation on Tuesday, and Amazon MGM was the only studio to reference the Paramount-Warner deal at CinemaCon. James Cameron supports the Paramount-Warner deal. Paramount promised to release 15 movies in theaters in 2026, and David Ellison has said the goal is 30 theatrical releases a year for a combined Warner Bros. and Paramount. The Paramount-Warner deal awaits a shareholder vote later this month and government regulatory approval. Paramount said in SEC filings that its priority is to build a vibrant, healthy business and industry. Paramount also said it would look for ways to save some $6 billion through job cuts in duplicative operations.

It's just like the old one, but it's newer.

Mel Brooks, Filmmaker

Christopher Nolan presented a glimpse of 'The Odyssey' at CinemaCon on Wednesday. 'The Odyssey' is an adaptation of Homer's epic starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, scheduled for release on July 17, and is the first motion picture shot entirely on IMAX film. Universal Pictures presented at CinemaCon, including Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day'. Snoop Dogg announced a partnership with Universal to tell his story in a film aiming for release next year. Universal pledged to extend the exclusive theatrical window for all its movies to 45 days starting in 2027.

'Project Hail Mary' has earned over $515 million globally and is returning to IMAX theaters for one week starting Friday. 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' has made over $631 million worldwide in 15 days.

Our priority is to build a vibrant, healthy business and industry — one that supports Hollywood and creative, benefits consumers, encourages competition, and strengthens the overall job market.

Paramount, Company

Sony Pictures unveiled new footage from 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' at CinemaCon on Monday. 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' is scheduled for release on July 31, and Destin Daniel Cretton is directing it. Sony announced development of an R-rated adaptation of 'Bloodborne' and the release date of 'Grand Gear' on Feb. 18, 2028.

Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro reunited for a new 'Meet the Parents' film titled 'Focker-In-Law', which premiered a trailer at CinemaCon on Wednesday. Ariana Grande plays a new character in 'Focker-In-Law'.

The Odyssey is a story that has fascinated generation after generation for 3,000 years. It's not a story, it's the story.

Christopher Nolan, Director

I'm just really glad not to be following Steven Spielberg.

Christopher Nolan, Director

Probably the single most talented screen partner I've been lucky to share the screen with.

Robert De Niro, Actor

In a way, she's kind of like the new Ben Stiller.

Ben Stiller, Actor

She got an Oscar nomination. How many of those do you have?

Robert De Niro, Actor

I prefer the one with the Minions.

Robert De Niro, Actor
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