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Film News · Selected stories · Briefing of 29 October 2026
Jumanji Open World trailer brings the game into our world
Read the story →: Jumanji Open World trailer brings the game into our worldJumanji Open World trailer brings the game into reality. See the returning cast, official preview and Christmas release date.
The One About Matthew Perry is now streaming on Netflix
Read the story →: The One About Matthew Perry is now streaming on NetflixNetflix has released The One About Matthew Perry, a three-part documentary series directed by Mary Robertson.
Pratap trailer: Amit Sadh goes from encounter specialist to prisoner
Read the story →: Pratap trailer: Amit Sadh goes from encounter specialist to prisonerThe official trailer for Pratap introduces Amit Sadh as a police encounter specialist whose life changes after he lands behind bars.
Ray Gunn panel set for November 14 with seven-minute preview
Read the story →: Ray Gunn panel set for November 14 with seven-minute previewGallery Nucleus and Netflix have announced a Ray Gunn art event, including a preview of Brad Bird’s animated film and a signing.
Paralyzed by Hope: Maria Bamford documentary arrives on Netflix
Read the story →: Paralyzed by Hope: Maria Bamford documentary arrives on NetflixNetflix’s new Maria Bamford documentary turns the spotlight on the life, relationships and distinctive comic voice behind Lady Dynamite.
Fleetwood Mac: The Chain sets January 2027 Apple TV premiere
Read the story →: Fleetwood Mac: The Chain sets January 2027 Apple TV premiereFrank Marshall’s authorized Fleetwood Mac documentary has a title and an Apple TV premiere date, with archive footage and interviews promised.
Photography: Laura Alier (CC BY 4.0) · Ewan Munro (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Anna Hanks (CC BY 2.0). Archive images, displayed with crops; full captions and license links in each story. Selected reporting, with sources and context.
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