The John Wick franchise is expanding with a new TV series, ‘John Wick: Under The High Table’, which will pick up directly after the events of ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’. The series will feature new characters vying for power while some familiar faces from the franchise maintain the old order. Keanu Reeves is attached as an executive producer, and the series is currently being shopped to networks and streamers.
Lionsgate’s new horror film, ‘Bagman,’ follows Patrick McKee, haunted by a childhood trauma involving a creature that kidnaps and eats children. When the Bagman returns, Patrick must confront his fears and protect his family from the terrifying entity.
The original cast of ‘The Blair Witch Project’ (1999) is demanding retroactive and future residual payments, meaningful consultation on future projects, and the creation of a ‘Blair Witch Grant’ from Lionsgate. The actors claim they never saw any additional revenue after their original $300,000 payout despite the film’s success and multiple sequels. They also criticize Lionsgate for rebooting the franchise without their creative input.
The original stars of The Blair Witch Project have demanded better compensation and consultation from Lionsgate for their work on the original film. They have also requested a grant for aspiring filmmakers.
