September 5

'Office' Writers Ain't Afraid of No 'Ghostbusters'

Sony has recruited Lee Eisenberg and Gene Stupnitsky to take a stab at rebooting the "Ghostbusters" franchise.

Denzel Washington Books 'Book'

September 4

Guillermo del Toro Eyes 'Frankenstein,' 'Jekyll' Remakes

The two looming epic "Hobbit" films are only the tip of Guillermo del Toro's scheduling iceberg.

Ashley Judd Believes in the 'Tooth Fairy'

September 3

Directors Circle 'Tarzan,' 'Poltergeist' Remakes

High-profile studio remakes of "Poltergeist" and "Tarzan" are reportedly attracting the attentions of a pair of directors.

September 2

'National Treasure' Star Joins Tarantino's 'Bastards'

Nastassja Kinski is out and Diane Kruger is in for the cast of Quentin Tarantino's World War II ensemble "Inglorious Bastards."

'Dark Knight' Passes $500 Million

August 29

'Australia' Moves Away From James Bond

Harry Potter has his wand and James Bond his license to kill, but who knew they also had the power to move continents?

August 28

George Clooney's Future 'Up in the Air'

George Clooney is reportedly in talks to star in the dark corporate comedy "Up in the Air."

Aaron Sorkin Signs Up for Facebook

'The Strangers' Sequel Is Coming

August 26

Woody Harrelson Prepares to Fight Zombies

Woody Harrelson has signed on to star in "Zombieland," a horror comedy set up at Columbia.

August 25

Kristen Bell Voices 'Astro Boy' Role

Kristen Bell has landed a key vocal role in Warner Brothers' CG-animated take on "Astro Boy."

'Dark Knight' Still Bright Overseas

August 22

Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale Welcome Another Boy

Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale have given little Kingston a new brother.

Nicolas Cage Is Ready to 'Kick-Ass'

Sony Takes 'Solace' in New James Bond Release Date

August 21

Ben Affleck Lawyers Up for 'Extract'

Ben Affleck will join the ensemble cast of Mike Judge's new Miramax comedy "Extract."

August 20

It's Another Girl for Matt Damon, Wife

The Sexiest Man Alive has a new gal in his life.

It's Baaaack: 'Poltergeist' Remake Haunts Writers

'Lord of the Rings' Team Will Write 'Hobbit' Scripts

August 19

Donnie Wahlberg, Wife Divorcing

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh. Donnie Wahlberg's marriage doesn't have "The Right Stuff."

August 18

'Dark Knight' Reclaims Overseas Crown

"The Dark Knight" may finally have been dethroned at the domestic box office, but the Batman sequel reclaimed the top spot overseas.

August 15

'The Office,' '30 Rock' Stars Plan 'Date Night'

NBC comedy stars Tina Fey and Steve Carell will no longer be parted by separate time slots.

Mike Myers Joins Fellow 'Bastards'

Ashton Kutcher to Be a 'Father'

August 14

'Harry Potter 6' Release Delayed Till 2009

Even the half-blood prince couldn't escape the effects of the writers' strike.

'Y Tu Mama Tambien' Stars Becoming Papas

Lindsay Lohan: Sister Ali's Breasts Not Enhanced

Tom Cruise to Lose Partner, Gain a 'Tourist'

Orlando Bloom, Liam Neeson Drafted for 'Fools'

August 13

George Clooney Detains 'Challenge'

George Clooney is getting politically charged again.

'Conan,' 'Wheel of Time' Get Film Treatment

Hilary Swank Picks 'French' Diet

August 12

'Tropic Thunder' Boycott Called for Using the 'R-Word'

And we thought Robert Downey, Jr. in blackface would cause " Tropic Thunder" the most trouble.

Tom Cruise May Lace up for 'Food Fight'

Angelina Jolie Worth Her Gender-Bending 'Salt'

J.J. Abrams Moves With Earthquake Flick

August 11

Don Johnson Heads to 'Rome,' Takes Part in 'Orgy'

Don Johnson has come back with a vengeance.

'Mummy' Wraps up Overseas Box Office

'Shaft' Composer Isaac Hayes Dies

August 9

Comedian Bernie Mac Dies of Pneumonia Complications

Bernie Mac, the actor and comedian who teamed up in the casino heist caper "Ocean's Eleven" and gained a prestigious Peabody Award for his sitcom "The Bernie Mac Show," died Saturday (Aug. 9) at age 50.

August 8

'Ghostbusters,' 'Sopranos' Producer Bernie Brillstein Dies

Bernie Brillstein, the Hollywood power broker who helped produce shows like "The Sopranos" and managed the careers of "Saturday Night Live" comedians, has died. He was 77.

Singer Jewel Marries Bull-Rider Boyfriend

Brad Pitt's Finally a 'Bastard'

August 7

Fashion Critic Mr. Blackwell Unconscious in Hospital

Mr. Blackwell, known for his witty and rhyming annual worst-dressed list, is seriously ill.

No Pinky Amputation for Shia LaBeouf

Quentin Tarantino Recruits 'Office' Worker for 'Inglorious Bastards'

Romantic Comedy Woos Meryl Streep

August 6

Morgan Freeman, Longtime Wife Divorcing

Morgan Freeman, who recently survived a serious automobile accident, is splitting with his wife of 24 years.

Leonardo DiCaprio's Granny Oma Dies

'Hostel' Helmer Enlists in Tarantino's 'Bastards'

Kevin Smith's 'Porno' Dodges NC-17 Rating

August 5

'Dark Knight' Passes $400 Million in Record Time

"The Dark Knight" continues to accumulate box office records, becoming the fastest film to cross the $400 million mark.

Morgan Freeman Injuries: Broken Arm, Elbow

Jackie Chan Is 'The Spy Next Door'

August 4

Jonas Brothers, 'Gossip Girl' Dominate Teen Choice Awards

With six surfboards apiece, " Gossip Girl" and the Jonas Brothers were the big winners at Sunday (Aug. 3) night's Teen Choice 2008 awards ceremony.

Robert DeNiro Joins Mel Gibson in 'Darkness'

'Mummy' Conquers 'Dark Knight' Overseas

Morgan Freeman Injured in Serious Car Accident

August 1

John Carpenter Scares Nicolas Cage 'Straight'

Nicolas Cage and John Carpenter are in final negotiations to work together on the prison thriller "Scared Straight."

'Prince of Persia' Pushed to 2010

July 31

Report: Sony Spinning 'Spider-Man' Into 'Venom' Pic

Sony is reportedly developing a "Spider-Man" franchise spinoff based around the villainous Venom.

'Bill & Ted' Star Will Write Howard Stern's 'High School'

July 30

Universal Acknowledges Quentin Tarantino's 'Bastards'

Universal Pictures may want a piece of Quentin Tarantino's "Inglorious Bastards."

Warner Bros. Chronicles 'Marvin the Martian'

July 29

007 X 2: New James Bond Theme Song Will Be a Duet

" Quantum of Solace" is the 22nd James Bond adventure, but producers are boasting it will feature the franchise's first duet theme song.

July 28

'Dark Knight' Domination Spreads Overseas

Already smashing all domestic records, Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight" has now moved to the top of the foreign box office as well.

'Friday Night' Guy, 'Gilmore' Girl Feeling 'Good'

Shia LaBeouf Injured, Arrested for DUI

July 25

Leonardo DiCaprio May Step Into the 'Twilight Zone'

Are Leonardo DiCaprio and his Appian Way shingle looking to bring "The Twilight Zone" back to the big screen?

Darren Aronofsky Rebooting 'Robocop'

July 24

Tyler Perry Sticks with Lionsgate

One of cinema's most profitable partnerships will remain intact, as Tyler Perry has reached a new agreement with Lionsgate.

Newlywed Ethan Hawke a Dad Again

New Line Applies More 'Hairspray'

Tim Burton Finds His Alice for 'Wonderland'

July 23

'Superman' Director Soars to New Superhero

Bryan Singer is in negotiations to produce "Capeshooters," a superhero project set up at Warner Bros.

Scribe Ready To Dream New 'Nightmare'

July 22

Batman Christian Bale Denies Assault Allegations

The Dark Knight has run into some trouble, but not with his arch villains.

MRC, Shyamalan Working On Their Night Movies

'Alias,' 'Arrested' Stars Get 'Demoted'

July 21

'Hancock' Holds Off 'Dark Knight' Overseas

While "The Dark Knight" broke box office records domestically, it was a different superhero movie that ruled the international marketplace.

'Seabiscuit' Team Reuniting on 'Crusaders'

July 19

'Dark Knight' Shatters One-Day Records

Spurred by rave reviews and a torrent of buzz, Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight" took in a record-breaking $66 million in its first day in release.

July 18

Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner Expecting Second Child

Who better is there to confirm your pregnancy than your former TV dad?

Mena Suvari Engaged

Salma Hayek, Fiancee Break Engagement

July 17

Will Ferrell Exposes 'Two Face'

Sony Pictures is about to reveal Will Ferrell as a "Two Face."

July 16

Reports: Tarantino Hopes Pitt, DiCaprio Are 'Bastards'

Quentin Tarantino is reportedly interested in Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio for key roles in his long-awaited "Inglorious Bastards."

Justin Theroux May Write 'Iron Man' Sequel

July 15

Kate Hudson Has 'Nine' Lives

Kate Hudson has joined the cast of the Weinstein Company's big screen version of "Nine," adding another Oscar nominee to the roster.

July 14

'Hancock' Still Flying Overseas

Knocked off its perch atop the domestic box office after only one week, Will Smith's "Hancock" was able to retain its superpowers overseas.

'School of Rock' Sequel Preparing to Roll

July 13

Angelina Jolie Gives Birth to Twins

The Brangelina twins are here: Angelina Jolie has given birth to a girl and a boy.

July 11

Chris Brown Is Bad to the 'Bone'

Beauty is reportedly only skin deep, but musician-actor Chris Brown is about to go "Bone Deep."

July 10

Ethan Hawke Marries Former Nanny

The "Training Day" actor and his girlfriend Ryan Shawhughes tied the knot in June, reports Usmagazine.com.

Sherlock Holmes Flick Lands Robert Downey Jr.

July 9

Joss Whedon Heads Into 'The Woods'

MGM has acquired the thrilled "The Cabin in the Woods" to be produced and co-written by Joss Whedon.

Wolverines Regroup: 'Red Dawn' Remake Rising

July 8

Matthew McConaughey Becomes Sexiest Dad Alive

Matthew McConaughey's sexiness lives on in another generation.

'Gilmore,' 'October Road' Guys Share a 'Beer'

July 7

It's a Girl for Nicole Kidman

Break out the pink-beribboned cigars.

'Hancock' Soars Over International Box Office

July 3

Nicolas Cage Drama Adds 10 'Bad' Actors

In one fell swoop, the cast of Werner Herzog's "Bad Lieutenant" has grown around star Nicolas Cage, with the addition of 10 actors.

July 2

'Borat' Star Detects Sherlock Holmes Role

Get ready for dueling Sherlock Holmes films, including a comic take starring Sacha Baron Cohen and Will Ferrell.

Josh Holloway Keeps 'Cool' This Summer

July 1

Helen Bonham Carter Joins New 'Terminator'

Oscar nominee Helena Bonham Carter is joining the cast of the fourth "Terminator" feature, now in production.

June 30

'Wanted' Is Wanted By International Audiences

Beaten by a friendly robot domestically, "Wanted" can take solace in dominating the foreign marketplace for the weekend ending Sunday, June 29.

'Smoke' Up Next For 'Lost' Star

Warner Bros. Arms '300' Sequel

June 27

Uma Thurman Gets Engaged

Uma Thurman is hoping the third time will be the charm for her marriage.

Mini-Me Sex Tape Spawns Lawsuit

Heath Ledger Gets 'Dark Knight' Dedication

June 26

'Sex' Star Itches For 'Ivy'

After the success of the "Sex and the City" movie, Warner Bros. wants to stay in business with Sarah Jessica Parker.

Nicolas Cage Among Roman Polanski's 'Ghost' Busters

June 25

'X-Files' Creator Shooting Secret Project

With the release of "The X-Files: I Want to Believe" right around the corner, franchise creator Chris Carter has been hard at work on a mysterious new film titled "Fencewalker."

Paramount Takes a 'Chance' on Simon Cowell

June 24

Hilary Duff Hopes To 'Stay Cool'

Hilary Duff is set to join the already-eclectic cast of the Polish Brothers' comedy "Stay Cool."

Academy Invites Go Out to Jet Li, Diablo Cody

June 23

Indiana Jones Still Whips Overseas Competition

Spies and pandas may be ruling the domestic box office, but "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" is back on top overseas.

June 20

Oscar Rules Change for Songs, Foreign Films

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced a pair of rules changes aimed at diversifying the best song Oscar field and preventing embarrassment in the foreign film category.

'Sopranos' Veterans Go Into 'Mourning'

Dancer Cyd Charisse Dies at 86

June 19

Sienna Miller Made Marion for 'Nottingham'

Sienna Miller is expected to move from "G.I. Joe" to Robin Hood.

June 18

AFI Lists Honor 'Snow White,' 'Vertigo,' '2001'

On Tuesday (June 17) night, the AFI unveiled 10 new Top 10 lists in an assortment of specific genres, honoring a slew of films the group had already honored repeatedly in its myriad Top 100 lists.

Mario Lopez, 'Gossip' Guys Named Hottest Bachelors

Upcoming J.J. Abrams Pic is a 'Mystery'

June 17

Catholic Church Restricts 'Angels & Demons' Filming

The Italian Catholic Church has refused to grant permission for "Angels & Demons" to film in two churches in Rome.

June 16

Creature Creator Stan Winston Dies at 62

Film legend Stan Winston, who created visual effects and contributed to some of the silver screen's most iconic creatures and characters, has died. He was 62.

'Iron Man' Star Battles 'Cowboys & Aliens'

June 13

Tom Cruise-Dr. Drew Word War Continues

TV therapist Dr. Drew Pinsky has apologized to Tom Cruise for remarks he made in a magazine interview. But that hasn't exactly calmed the rhetoric from either side.

Amanda Peet Faces an Apocalypse in '2012'

'Heroes,' 'Who' Vet Takes Flight

'Lost' Co-Star Will Make 'Love' With Jenna Jameson

June 12

George Clooney May Become a 'Tourist'

Olen Steinhauer's novel "The Tourist" is the latest property being developed as a potential star vehicle for George Clooney.

'Superbad,' 'Hulk' Stars Join Judd Apatow's Latest

June 11

Paul Newman 'Doing Nicely,' Evades Cancer Question

Despite a statement released by Paul Newman's spokesperson, it's still unclear if the reports of the Oscar winner's cancer struggle are accurate.

'Apocalypse' Now for Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel

Katherine Heigl's Ready to 'Escape'

June 10

Marky Mark Will Be a Daddy Dad

Mark Wahlberg is hoping that three won't be a crowd in his nursery.

Sony Captures 'Smurfs' For the Big Screen

Cameron Crowe Returns with Ben Stiller, Reese Witherspoon in Tow

June 9

Leonardo DiCaprio Ready To Play 'Atari'

Paramount Picture has purchased the pitch "Atari" as a possible star vehicle for Leonardo DiCaprio.

Harrison Ford Has the Cure for CBS

Jessica Alba Gives Birth to Baby Girl

June 6

Vin Diesel, Girlfriend Welcome Baby Girl

Vin Diesel, who cared for kids in his film "The Pacifier," has one of his own now.

Keira Knightley May Be New 'Fair Lady'

June 5

More Voices Move It Move It to 'Madagascar 2'

Ben Stiller, David Schwimmer, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith, Sacha Baron Cohen, Cedric the Entertainer and Andy Richter will have some new friends in "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa."

'Friday Night Lights' Star Plays the Field

June 4

Terror, Injuries on 'Hannah Montana' Movie Set

A festive carnival scene filmed for the upcoming " Hannah Montana" movie turned to a nightmare when a freak accident caused several injuries.

Actor-Filmmaker Mel Ferrer Dies at 90

'X-Files' Star Gillian Anderson Pregnant

June 3

Bill Clinton, Gina Gershon Deny Having Affair

An insinuation that former President Bill Clinton and actress Gina Gershon had an affair is receiving fire from both parties.

'Made of Honor' Star Pregnant

Lionsgate Picks Up 'Transporter 3' Package

'Spider-Man 2' Villain Packs for 'Persia'

Blues Musician Bo Diddley Dies

June 2

Katharine McPhee Investigates 'The Storyteller'

"American Idol" veteran Katharine McPhee is set to join "American Beauty" veteran Wes Bentley in the indie thriller "The Storyteller."

Bryce Dallas Howard May Be 'Terminator' Replacement

Designer Yves Saint Laurent Dies at 71

International Viewers Prefer 'Indiana Jones' to 'Sex'

'Transformers' Tops MTV Movie Awards

June 1

Fire Breaks Out on Universal Studios Lot

A huge fire broke out on the backlot of Universal Studios in Universal City Sunday, destroying several sound stages and valuable Hollywood memorabilia.

May 30

Bill Murray's Wife Cites Abuse in Divorce Filing

Once again, Hollywood stardom does not bring marital happiness.

'Donnie Darko' Sequel Adds 'Showgirls' Star

May 29

Eddie Murphy's 'Beverly Hills Cop 4' Moving Forward

Cue up your recording of "Axel F" -- Crazy Frog or otherwise -- and resurrected Judge Reinhold, because Eddie Murphy's Axel Foley is ready to return to the beat.

May 28

Report: George Clooney, Sarah Larson Break Up

Women around the world are tentatively rejoicing with the latest rumor about George Clooney's love life.

Sharon Stone's Karma Comments Anger Chinese

May 27

'Indiana Jones' Sequel Opens Big, Not Record-Breaking

After a rousingly successful holiday weekend, "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" has already taken in more than $150 million domestically and more than $310 million worldwide.