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Owen Wilson 'nervous in De Niro scenes'

Owen Wilson has admitted to being nervous around Robert De Niro.

Speaking to Access Hollywood, the Little Fockers actor revealed that his lines came out as "gibberish" in scenes that he shared with De Niro because he was so starstruck.

"I have a strong memory of the first time I was in the scene with De Niro. I'm taking [the family] to my house, and showing this like great big house I have and I turn to talk about the house," he recalled.

"I see De Niro's face. It was the whole cast, but I just kind of froze up when I saw De Niro, and Ben [Stiller] started laughing 'cause he could see what was happening."

Wilson added that he had to concentrate on pulling himself together during the experience, explaining: "None of my lines came out - it was just gibberish. I was like - I had to steel myself for the next takes and [tell myself], ‘You’ve gotta get it together or you’ll get fired!’"

Little Fockers opens in the US on December 22.

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George Clooney joins Bullock in 'Gravity'

George Clooney has joined Sandra Bullock in the cast of Alfonso Cuaron's science fiction drama Gravity, reports Deadline.

Clooney will replace Robert Downey Jr. as the leader of a space station that gets decimated by debris from an exploded asteroid. Clooney and Bullock's characters are the sole survivors of the mission and must find a way to return home.

Cuaron's movie has experienced several delays, mainly due to the difficulty in finding an A-list actress to carry the bulk of the picture. Angelina Jolie and Natalie Portman had previously been linked to the movie.

Gravity will begin production next April or May after Bullock has completed Extremely Loud And Incredibly Close and Clooney finds time away from his next directorial effort The Ides Of March

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Worthington 'promises improved Titans 2'

Sam Worthington has admitted that Clash Of The Titans was not as good as it could have been.

Speaking to Moviefone, the actor conceded that there was room for improvement in the film's sequel and promised to work hard on his own performance.

"I just think we can improve on it. I think the first one, we kind of let down some people. And yeah, I totally agree," he said.

"The only point of doing a sequel is either the audience demands it or you believe you can better the first one. What we're setting out to do with this one - the writers and the director and myself - is improve. I think I can act f**king better, to be honest... This one I want to kind of try to satisfy a lot more people."

Worthington reiterated his promise, adding: "I've always said you make movies for an audience, that's who you make movies for.

"If the audience is speaking, it's like the old gladiator thing, they give us the thumbs up/thumbs down, you want to stay alive in that coliseum as long as you can."

Clash Of The Titans scooped the 'Turkey' prize for worst film at this year's Digital Spy Movie Awards.

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Dominic Pace for 'Superman' reboot?

Dominic Pace has reportedly shown an interest in playing Lex Luthor in the forthcoming Superman reboot.

The Zack Snyder-directed movie, titled Superman: Man of Steel, has yet to cast any roles.

Pace is the subject of a new Facebook campaign for the actor to be cast in the role of the villain, and the actor himself has apparently emailed the Coventry Telegraph to confirm his interest.

The Facebook group states: "It is unknown which direction Zack Snyder will take the latest Superman film... but one thing is for sure. If there is a Lex Luthor role written in, a relatively unknown Dominic Pace would be perfect."

The star has appeared in various TV shows including Angel and Desperate Housewives.

Meanwhile, Joe Manganiello has been tipped to play the title role in the film - the True Blood actor is the subject of a similar Facebook campaign.

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Jackman, Craig for 'The Dark Tower' lead

Director Ron Howard has hinted that the likes of Daniel Craig and Hugh Jackman are under consideration for the lead role in his film adaptation of Stephen King's The Dark Tower series.

The Apollo 13 director, who is heading up the project with producer Brian Frazer and screenplay writer Akiva Goldsman, admits that it will be a difficult task finding the right actor for the role of gunslinger Roland Deschain.

"Sure, [Craig and Jackman] are some names, and on The Dark Tower fansites they're all about Viggo [Mortensen]," Howard told the Los Angeles Times, when asked about the actors he was considering.

Although the project is yet to be given the official greenlight, Universal Pictures and NBC have announced plans to showcase the series as a multimedia project across both film and television.

"We're moving quickly now, as quickly as we can, and I feel challenged in the most exciting ways," Howard added.

The Dark Tower, a series of seven titles which began in 1982, is often thought of as Stephen King's magnum opus, and has spawned both a spin-off game and comic book series.

The first film in the series is currently targeted for a release in 2013.

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Alex Pettyfer joins James Hunt biopic

Alex Pettyfer has agreed to play racing driver James Hunt in a new biopic, according to Deadline.

The film will be a DreamWorks adaptation of the Tom Rubython book Shunt: The Story Of James Hunt.

Hunt was one of the leading Formula One drivers of the 1970s. He was also known for his playboy status off the track, and went on to become a commentator for the sport.

However, he suffered from alcoholism, depression and financial issues in later life, and passed away in 1993.

Pettyfer - who will star in the forthcoming I Am Number Four - will also reportedly produce the film with The Wolverine's John Palermo.

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Hardy won't be Strange in 'Dark Knight'

Rumours that actor Tom Hardy is to play supervillain Professor Hugo Strange in the next Batman film are reportedly untrue.

According to Batman-on-Film, a source who is working on The Dark Knight Rises confirms that Hardy won't be playing the original Batman villain.

The casting rumour began after it was reported that Nolan was taking inspiration for the film from the comic book storyline 'Prey', in which psychiatrist Professor Strange becomes obsessed with discovering Batman's secret identity.

It has not been revealed who Hardy will portray in the film, but an announcement is expected be made in early 2011.

It had been strongly rumoured that The Riddler would feature as the film's main villain until Nolan himself dismissed the idea earlier this year.

The Dark Knight Rises is due to be released in cinemas on July 20, 2012

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Worthington "Avatar 2 will be great"

Sam Worthington has praised director James Cameron's ideas for the upcoming sequel films to Avatar.

Fox announced earlier this year that Cameron has begun work on two follow-ups to the box-office smash, and confirmed that Worthington would be reprising his role as Jake Sully.

"I talk to Cameron all the time," Worthington told MTV News. "I think at the moment he's still doing the [Avatar] bible, the book, and I think the book will then inspire where he wants to take it.

"He's got great ideas, what he told me about where he wants to set it, things he wants to explore," Worthington added.

The actor also revealed that he was unsure whether his character would ever appear in his human form again, after becoming a permanent member of the alien Na'vi at the conclusion of the first film.

Avatar 2 is expected to be released sometime in 2014.

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Segel 'doubted playing Blunt love interest'

Jason Segel has expressed doubt over the believability of his role as Emily Blunt's love interest in Gulliver's Travels.

The Forgetting Sarah Marshall actor, who plays the boyfriend of Blunt's miniature princess in the Jack Black comedy, admitted that becoming a romantic lead was a more daunting prospect than his brutal pre-shoot exercise routine.

He told BANG Showbiz: "Here I needed to be fit. They got me a trainer, which is very different to what I am used to.

"I have hand-to-hand combat, and then I also have to be someone Emily Blunt could be attracted to. In fact, that's been the toughest thing of all."

Segel also spoke of Black's involvement in his casting, adding that he was sincerely grateful for the Tenacious D frontman's endorsement.

"I love Jack. He gave me my first writing job when I was 20 years old on a pilot called 'Black Market Music' that Seth Rogen and I were writing," he said. "Jack fought really hard for me on this movie and I owe him a lot."

Gulliver's Travels opens in the UK on Boxing Day.

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Original Hulk to cameo in 'Avengers'

Lou Ferrigno claims that he has signed on for a role in the upcoming film adaptation of The Avengers.

However, the actor admits that he does not currently know how big of a role he will play in the big screen team-up film.

"I'm going to be involved in The Avengers," Ferrigno confirmed to Nuke The Fridge.

Ferrigno originally appeared in the 1978 live-action television series The Incredible Hulk as Bruce Banner's famous alter ego.

The former bodybuilder has made cameo appearances in a number of subsequent Hulk films, including the 2003 Ang Lee film Hulk and the 2008 Louis Leterrier film The Incredible Hulk.

The Avengers will be released in cinemas on May 4, 2012.

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Dawson, Pine to reunite on 'Ten Year'

Rosario Dawson and Chris Pine will reunite to star in the upcoming ensemble drama film Ten Year.

The actors worked together earlier this year on thriller Unstoppable, and Dawson has now reportedly signed on alongside Pine for Jamie Lindon's directorial debut.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the cast also currently includes the likes of Anna Faris, Justin Long and Channing Tatum.

The film focuses on a high school reunion set ten years after the graduation of a group of friends.

Ten Year is currently scheduled to be released in October 2011.

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Heather Morris: 'I'm a Buffy contender'

Heather Morris has revealed that she is being considered to play the lead in the upcoming remake of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Morris, who currently stars on Glee as the empty-headed cheerleader Brittany, told Access Hollywood that she is a contender for the role of Buffy.

"They're considering me!" Morris said. "I found out and I almost peed my pants because I was so excited!"

Morris also stated that she is such a fan of the original series, which ended in 2003, that she does not care what her role is as long as she gets a chance to appear on the show.

"If they make [Buffy] when [Glee] is on hiatus, I don't even care what I do," Morris declared. "I can just run through the shot and do nothing, even if I'm not Buffy!"

Glee returns on February 9 after the Superbowl on Fox.

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Producer would "love" new 'Terminator'

Terminator producer Gale Anne Hurd has admitted that she would "love" to continue the science fiction franchise.

Hurd, who is currently steering AMC's The Walking Dead, produced the first three movies in the Terminator saga before handing it over to Halcyon for 2009's Terminator Salvation. The company filed for bankruptcy soon after the last film's release and the screen rights are now held by hedge fund Pacificor.

Hurd told Entertainment Weekly that she feels "sad" about the demise of the series she co-created with James Cameron.

"You feel like you gave birth to something and it's been adopted and those adoptions haven't worked out," she explained. "Of course I'd be interested in doing another one. I'd love it."

The Terminator film franchise has grossed more than $1.4 billion at the worldwide box office and spawned the short-lived TV series, The Sarah Connor Chronicles.

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Depp to star in 'Skulduggery Pleasant'?

Johnny Depp is reportedly attached to star in an adaptation of the Skulduggery Pleasant fantasy book series.

According to The Sun, Depp will play a "skeletal wizard" in the film, based on the books by Irish author Derek Landy.

The series centres on a 12-year-old girl named Stephanie who enters a magical world and meets the titular character. They embark on adventures to stop a villain from unleashing a powerful weapon on the world.

The movie adaptation is expected to arrive in 2013.

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H.R. Giger working on 'Alien' prequel?

Artist H.R. Giger is reportedly returning to the Alien film franchise.

The Swiss surrealist painter won an Oscar for his design work on the original Alien movie.

Giger designed the classic sci-fi picture's titular alien.

The artist's wife Carmen Scheifele announced that he is working on the prequel project, directed by Ridley Scott, who helmed the original 1979 movie.

The prequel is to be shot in 3D.

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Ford reps deny Indiana Jones death

Harrison Ford's representatives have denied reports that Indiana Jones will be killed off in his next big screen outing.

A recent online story had claimed that Ford, producer George Lucas and director Steven Spielberg were considering killing the archaeologist to allow Shia LaBeouf to take over the franchise.

"Harrison thinks it would be good for Indy to die and pass on his hat to his son in the next one," and insider is alleged to have said.

"George especially is resisting the notion but Steven is considering it. Funnily enough Harrison wanted the same for Han Solo in the final Star Wars but George put an end to it. This time he doesn't have all the say though."

However, reps for Ford have denied the claims, telling The Huffington Post that they are "false".

Indiana Jones debuted in 1981's Raiders Of The Lost Ark and has appeared in three more movies. The last, 2008's Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull, introduced LaBeouf as the character's son Mutt Williams.

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Noyce steps away from 'Salt' sequel

Salt director Phillip Noyce has revealed that he will not be involved in the sequel to the Angelina Jolie spy hit.

Speaking to Moviehole, the Australian filmmaker - whose movies include Patriot Games and The Quiet American - claimed that he had contributed all he could to the character.

"Those three [alternate] Blu-ray cuts [of the film] represent just about everything I have to offer on Everlyn Salt," he explained. "If there ever is a sequel, better it's directed by someone with a completely fresh take on what I believe could be a totally entertaining and complex series of stories."

Jolie has reportedly expressed an interest in continuing the character's story with a follow-up film.

Salt was a box office hit over the summer, taking in close to $300 million in ticket sales worldwide.

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Anne Hathaway competing for 'Batman' role?

Anne Hathaway has fuelled speculation that she is up for a part in the next Batman film.

The Love & Other Drugs star cryptically declined to comment on recent reports suggesting that she is one of six actresses in the running for a role in The Dark Knight Rises.

Hathaway was asked by Deadline: "There is a strong group of actresses in your age range who are mentioned for all the plum parts that come along. It's going on right now as Chris Nolan gets started on a new Batman, and you've been mentioned as a candidate for that. Do you find yourself competing against certain actresses, or any you measure yourself against?"

The actress replied: "Of course, but that has always been the case. There is always competition... I don't know how to answer that question - it feels too revealing, somehow."

Hathaway is currently preparing to host next year's Academy Awards ceremony.

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Christian Bale to star in 'Nanjing Heroes'

Christian Bale will lead the cast of Chinese director Zhang Yimou's latest film Nanjing Heroes, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Zhang - who helmed the opening ceremony of the Beijing Olympics and made Hero and House Of Flying Daggers - will next turn his attention to a film about the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, in which Japanese troops killed thousands of Chinese citizens in the nation's capital.

Bale will play an American priest named John who helped many Chinese escape death.

"I met Christian in America and was impressed with his serious book research for the role," Zhang said.

"It's the overall strategy for Chinese cinema to approach the world and broaden its influence but casting Bale was a coincidence because the script happened to have an English-speaking part in the lead," he added.

The $90 million production will be shot 40% in English and the rest in Mandarin Chinese

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Vin Diesel offers new 'Riddick' details

Vin Diesel has offered new details about the next Riddick movie.

The third Riddick instalment, reportedly titled The Chronicles Of Riddick: Dead Man Stalking, is currently in the works.

Diesel said that the film could offer him a new challenge.

"[M]y partner on [The Chronicles Of Riddick] since the beginning, [David Twohy]... has a new challenge in store. He wants me to have three different body looks for this next chapter," he wrote on his Facebook fanpage.

"There is the DiNorscio type, the Dom type, and the lean Furyan type... but all in the same movie, haha... When it comes to art, we all like a challenge."

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