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'Independence Day' sequels planned by Fox

Fox is planning two sequels to the 1996 alien invasion movie Independence Day, it has been reported.

The two movies are expected to shoot back-to-back, focusing on a single storyline, according to New York Magazine.

Independence Day, which starred Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum and Bill Pullman, grossed $800 million (£498 million) worldwide.

Talks of back-to-back sequels featuring Smith began in earnest in early 2009. However, when Smith allegedly asked for $50 million (£31 million) to shoot the two films, Fox put plans for the sequels on hold.

"The delay wasn't about whether they both wanted to make the movie," a source said. "It had more to do with 'Whose d**k is bigger?'"

Insiders also told the website that the scripts for the two follow-ups will be ready by December of this year, adding that Fox is prepared to shoot the films without Smith.

Smith recently became a part-owner of basketball team the Philadelphia 76ers.

Earlier this year, he dismissed rumours of a split between him and his wife Jada Pinkett Smith, saying that the claims were "ridiculous".

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Will Smith better be in these movies otherwise it wont be the same so if I was FOX I would just pay him because these movies are guaranteed to make almost $1 Billion each.

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Expendables 2' stuntman dies on set in Bulgaria

A stuntman has died and another is in critical condition following an accident on the set of The Expendables 2 yesterday.

The incident occurred at 7pm local time when the movie's 2nd Unit Stunt Team was filming an explosion scene at reservoir Ognyanovo, 15 miles from Bulgaria's capital of Sofia, Deadline reports.

Production company Nu Image/Millennium Films said: "It is with great regret that we confirm this unfortunate accident.

"Our hearts go out to the families and those on the production affected by this tragedy. The filmmakers are working closely with the authorities in responding to and investigating this accident."

Local police have launched an investigation into the matter. Details of those involved in the incident are currently being withheld in consideration of their families.

The sequel to The Expendables started shooting last week.

The film's main unit, which was led by star Sylvester Stallone and director Simon West, was reportedly filming in the mountain resort of Bankso, 2.5 hours away from the incident.

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Sylvester Stallone to star in new action movie 'The Tomb'

Sylvester Stallone will star in The Tomb.

The Expendables 2 actor and producer will take the lead role in Summit Entertainment's action movie, reports Variety.

The film centres on an expert prison designer who must escape from one of his impregnable creations after he is sentenced for a crime he did not commit.

Antoine Fuqua was originally attached as director with Bruce Willis wanted for the starring role. Arnold Schwarzenegger had also expressed interest in the project earlier this year.

The three actors will all be reunited in The Expendables 2, which is currently shooting.

A new director for The Tomb is yet to be secured.

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Jason Statham exits Andy McNab's 'Echelon' movie

Jason Statham has dropped out of starring in Echelon, the movie adaptation of Andy McNab's book Firewall.

Expendables star Statham had been earmarked for the role of SAS agent Nick Stone in the movie, but McNab told Digital Spy that the action star is no longer available to take on the role.

"That was originally what was going to happen, but he's just too committed," McNab said of Statham. "There are so many films he's got lined up, there wouldn't be a slot for him to do it."

Asked if McNab had a replacement for Statham and a director lined up, he replied: "No. Basically there's three or four that have been flagged up, but they're still going through the process of reading scripts and all that.

"Some directors will only deal through certain actors and certain actors will only deal with certain directors, so all this sort of business is being sorted out at the moment."

McNab revealed that financing is in place for the Echelon feature film, and the project could go before cameras in early 2012.

"It's scripted up, the money's in place and what it is now is getting an actor and director. So in theory, if the contracts get signed it should go into pre-production by April, which in reality will probably be June," he explained.

Echelon will see Stone in a race to reach a computer programme before the Russian mob and Western secret service agents.

Bravo Two Zero author McNab has recently worked on video game Battlefield 3 to advise on the script, visuals and motion capture.

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Shame about Jason leaving the movie but it gives another actor a chance to shine.

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James Bond 23' casts Albert Finney

Albert Finney has joined the cast of director Sam Mendes's new James Bond movie, according to reports.

Production sources have claimed that Finney will play a Foreign Office official, who may attempt to exert control over M (Judi Dench).

Finney reportedly was present for a recent table read of Bond 23's script alongside co-stars Daniel Craig, Ralph Fiennes and villain Javier Bardem.

A production source told the Daily Mail of Finney's casting: "It was one of those fabulous
'This can't get any better!' moments because Mendes has upped the game by bringing in Bardem and Fiennes - and they've already got Dame Judi Dench. So you think, well, who else can they get to make this any classier?"

An official title for Bond 23 hasn't yet been announced, but several URLs recently registered by Song Pictures point to the name Skyfall.

Director Mendes will reportedly film one of the latest Bond movie's explosive action sequences at Duntrune Castle near Glasgow in February 2012.

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Robert De Niro, John Travolta for 'Killing Season

Robert De Niro and John Travolta have signed up to star in Killing Season, an action thriller set for release next year.

Despite both two actors enjoying long, successful careers, the movie will mark the first time they have been on screen together.

The film, from Millennium Films and Corsan Pictures, follows a military veteran who retreats to the Appalachian Mountains and strikes up a friendship with a European tourist, without realising his new companion is a former Serbian soldier looking for revenge.

"We're excited to be co-financing and co-producing this film with Corsan, and to be working again with Robert De Niro and John Travolta," Millennium co-chairman Avi Lerner said in a statement.

"We've never seen these two great actors on screen together before, and we're excited to see what comes of the combination."

Killing Season is being helmed by Ghost Rider director Mark Steven Johnson from a script by Snow White and the Huntsman screenwriter Evan Daugherty.

Travolta has been linked to a role in the forthcoming sequel to action film The Expendables

Killing Season is due to begin production on January 16, 2012.

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Green Lantern' Martin Campbell to direct 'The Fall Guy' movie?

Martin Campbell has entered talks for The Fall Guy.

The Casino Royale and Green Lantern director is in negotiations to head the adaptation of the '80s television show, reports Deadline.

The script is being developed by Thor and X-Men: First Class writers Ashley Miller and Zack Stentz.

The Fall Guy followed the adventures of a movie stuntman who moonlighted as a bounty hunter.

The Lee Majors-starring show ran between 1981 and 1985 and was the brainchild of Battlestar Galactica, Magnum P.I. and Knight Rider creator Glen A Larson.

Walter Parkes (Dinner for Schmucks, Sweeney Todd) is attached as producer.

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Clash of the Titans 3' already in the works

Warner Bros already has Clash of the Titans 3 in the works.

Wrath of the Titans writers Dan Mazeau and David Leslie Johnson have been tapped to write a treatment for the third instalment of the franchise, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The second Clash of the Titans film will not premiere until March 2012, but the studio has already begun work on the continuing adventures of Sam Worthington as the mythological Greek hero Perseus.

Insiders have also said that Toby Kebbell's sidekick character Agenor - who debuts in Wrath - may also feature in the new story, as the second movie creates an opportunity for the character's return.

Wrath of the Titans will also star Ralph Fiennes, Liam Neeson, Danny Huston, Edgar Ramirez, Bill Nighy and Rosamund Pike.

Wrath of the Titans will open in cinemas in 3D and 2D on March 30, 2012.

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Jason Statham handed life of crime in Steve Knight's 'Hummingbird

Jason Statham will star in Steve Knight's Hummingbird.

The Expendables 2 actor has been cast in the Eastern Promises writer's new action drama, reports Variety.

Hummingbird marks the directorial debut for Knight, who also developed the script.

Statham will play an ex-Special Forces soldier who makes a living working London's criminal underworld.

He is offered the opportunity to take on a new identity as an avenging angel and jumps at the offer.

Knight most recently worked on the script for Wrath of the Titans, and also has writing credits on Dan Brown thriller The Lost Symbol and Larklight.

IM Global has offered $20 million (£13 million) to produce the movie, which will start shooting in London early next year.

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James Bond 23 movie title confirmed as 'Skyfall'

The 23rd James Bond movie will be titled Skyfall.

The name was revealed today (November 3) at the launch press conference for Daniel Craig's third outing as Ian Fleming's secret agent.

The new 007 movie will see Craig star alongside a returning Judi Dench and franchise newcomers Javier Bardem, Ralph Fiennes and Albert Finney.

Craig said that the film will be "Bond with a capital 'B'", adding: "It's all in the script and we've got a great script."

Bérénice Marlohe will play a character called Severin in the film, who she described as
"glamourous" and "enigmatic". Naomie Harris will play a field agent called Eve.

The movie will not relate to an original Fleming story, but the title "has some emotional context which will be revealed in the film".

Oscar-winning American Beauty director Sam Mendes will direct Skyfall from a script by John Logan, Neal Purvis and Robert Wade.

"I thought the story was fantastic," Mendes said. "I love Daniel and Judi. This is an enormous challenge."

He added that Skyfall "is its own story" and "doesn't connect with the last two movies".

Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson will again serve as producers.

Despite various rumours of who might record the Skyfall theme - including Kings of Leon and Adele - it was revealed that various artists are being considered but none were confirmed.

Craig's previous James Bond films - Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace - have grossed more than $1 billion (£625 million) at the worldwide box office.

Skyfall will be released in cinemas on October 26, 2012.

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Skyfall' plot sees MI6 "under attack", James Bond loyalty to M tested

A short synopsis for the 23rd James Bond movie Skyfall has been unveiled.

Details of Daniel Craig's latest outing as the British secret agent were released through the official James Bond 007 Twitter account.

Skyfall will see Bond at loggerheads with his boss M (Judi Dench) as a figure from her past emerges.

"Bond's loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her," the official plot synopsis reads. "As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost."

The movie will not relate to an original Fleming story, but the title "has some emotional context which will be revealed in the film," according to producer Barbara Broccoli.

Javier Bardem, Ralph Fiennes, Bérénice Marlohe, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris and Albert Finney will co-star in the spy blockbuster.

Oscar-winning American Beauty director Sam Mendes is behind the camera, working from a script by John Logan, Neal Purvis and Robert Wade.

Skyfall will be released in cinemas on October 26, 2012.

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Miley Cyrus to voice Adam Sandler's daughter in 'Hotel Transylvania' -- EXCLUSIVE

Dracula, meet your daughter, Miley Cyrus. EW can report exclusively that the multi-hyphenate is joining the all-star cast of Sony Picture Animation’s Hotel Transylvania as the über-vamp’s teenage daughter Mavis. Adam Sandler is voicing the famous blood-sucker, who builds the titular resort for all manner of monsters (and their families) as a way of keeping Mavis from venturing out into the real world. Things get tricky after a regular guy (voiced by Andy Samberg) ends up at the hotel.

Cyrus will be in some great comic company, too. Among the actors playing the various horror-story creatures checking into the Hotel: Kevin James (Frank, i.e. Frankenstein), Fran Drescher (Eunice, i.e. Bride of Frankenstein), David Spade (Quasimodo), Cee Lo Green (Murray the Mummy), and Steve Buscemi and Molly Shannon as a pair of werewolves with an overwhelmingly large litter.

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Liam Hemsworth linked to 'Die Hard 5' role

Liam Hemsworth has reportedly emerged as the latest frontrunner to play Bruce Willis's son in the recently titled A Good Day to Die Hard.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hemsworth has been approached for chemistry readings with Willis expected to take place next week.

Hemsworth previously appeared opposite Miley Cyrus in The Last Song and portrays one of the lead male roles in Suzanne Collins adaptation The Hunger Games.

Alongside Hemsworth, Breaking Bad star Aaron Paul and The Mechanic actor Ben Foster are also in talks for the part, while Paul Walker has also been linked to the project.

The fifth entry in the Die Hard franchise will see Bruce Willis reprising his role as action hero John McLane.

A Good Day to Die Hard is expected to begin filming in Russia in January 2012, ready for release on February 14, 2013.

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Russell Crowe to play villain in Akiva Goldsman's 'Winter's Tale

Russell Crowe is reportedly under contention for one of the lead roles in Warner Bros' upcoming film Winter's Tale.

According to The Hollywood Reporter Crowe is "loosely attached" to play the film's villain.

Winter's Tale is being adapted by screenwriter and producer Akiva Goldsman, as his directorial debut, from Mark Helprin's critically-acclaimed 1983 novel.

It has also been reported that Thor star Tom Hiddleston and Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter actor Benjamin Walker are in talks for the other male lead role.

Elizabeth Olsen and Bella Heathcote are attached to the female lead part of a terminally ill woman.

No potential release window for Winter's Tale has been announced.

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Benicio Del Toro to be 'Star Trek 2' villain?

Benicio Del Toro is reportedly expected to be offered the role of the villain in Paramount Pictures' upcoming Star Trek sequel.

According to Variety, the Wolfman star looks likely to portray the as-yet-unknown role, with sources claiming that even Del Toro is unsure of which part he is up for.

The sequel will see J.J. Abrams back to direct, while Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Damon Lindelof have penned the film's script.

Star Trek stars Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Karl Urban, Simon Pegg, John Cho, Anton Yelchine and Zoe Saldana are all expected to reprise their roles in the sequel.

Production on Star Trek 2 is expected to begin in early 2012.

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Steven Spielberg's DreamWorks 'turn down Assassin's Creed film

Steven Spielberg's DreamWorks studio reportedly passed on the opportunity to film an adaptation of popular video game franchise Assassin's Creed, due to the unprecedented amount of creative control demanded by publisher Ubisoft.

Two weeks ago, it emerged that Sony Pictures was in final negotiations to develop a film based on the series. However, Vulture claims that Ubisoft's heavy demands put off a number of studios.

The report says that Ubisoft has insisted on having approval over the film's "budget, principal cast, script and release date".

"They want to be able to pull the plug on the whole movie's development if they decide to," one unnamed studio source told the site. "It's ridiculous."

"They're not moviemakers, and the only way to make sure it's a bad movie is to undervalue what movie studios do," another source added.

It is believed that Spielberg's DreamWorks was among the first studios to pass on the proposed adaptation.

Assassin's Creed: Revelations, the fourth game in the franchise, is due to be released on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 on November 15.

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Gary Oldman to play Merlin in 'Arthur & Lancelot'?

Gary Oldman could play Merlin in Warner Bros' upcoming film Arthur & Lancelot.

The Dark Knight Rises star is said to be the studio's top choice for the role of the legendary wizard, Deadline reports.

Last week, The Killing's Joel Kinnaman landed the role of Lancelot in the film. Meanwhile, Kit Harington, Sam Claflin and Dominic Cooper are reported to be among the contenders to play Arthur.

Last month, Oldman was offered the role of the Colonel in Warner Bros' live-action adaptation of Japanese manga Akira.

In September, the actor suggested that he may be the only member of the Dark Knight Rises cast to know the film's ending.

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Mad Men's Christina Hendricks to star in 'Seconds of Pleasure

Christina Hendricks, Matt Dillon, Julia Stiles, Brendan Fraser and Kristin Scott Thomas will star in the independent drama Seconds of Pleasure.

Oscar-nominated Leaving Las Vegas director Mike Figgis will helm the movie, which will be based on Neil LaBute's book of short stories from 2004.

LaBute, whose credits include In the Company of Men and the Wicker Man remake, will also pen the script, says The Hollywood Reporter.

Seconds of Pleasure brings together separate stories revolving around six different couples.

Scottish broadcaster STV is producing the movie, with STV Productions head of drama Margaret Enefer serving as a producer alongside Bill Shapter and LaBute.

"Neil has written an incredibly candid, blazingly witty script," Enefer said. "We know Mike Figgis will make it shine in the most sensitive and imaginative way possible. It's a thrill to have them working together with this amazing cast."

Figgis released his last full-length feature film, Love Live Long, in 2008

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James Bond 007: Skyfall' adds Noomi Rapace husband Ola to cast

Ola Rapace has been added to the cast of the 23rd James Bond film Skyfall.

The announcement was made on the project's official Twitter page on Monday (November 7).

Ola, who is the husband of The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo's Noomi Rapace, will have an unknown role in Skyfall alongside stars Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem and Judi Dench.

Bérénice Marlohe was recently confirmed as the new Bond girl for Skyfall.

Sam Mendes will direct the film. Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris and Albert Finney also star. Harris said at last week's Skyfall press conference that she is "raring to go" on the new movie, which starts filming later this year.

Skyfall will open in cinemas on October 26, 2012.

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Rufus Sewell joins Bradley Cooper in 'Paradise Lost

Rufus Sewell has reportedly joined the cast of Paradise Lost.

The Zen actor will reunite with director Alex Proyas, who had previously worked with him in Dark City. He will play Samael, Lucifer's agent who tells him to begin the rebellion in heaven, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Sewell will appear alongside the likes of Bradley Cooper, Benjamin Walker, Casey Affleck and Djimon Hounsou in the film.

Paradise Lost focuses on Lucifer (Cooper), who assembles an army against the forces of good after being thrown out of heaven. It is an adaptation of John Milton's 17th century poem.

Proyas recently described the film as "a family saga, about a group of brothers, two in particular, who are on divergent paths, and Lucifer's feelings of betrayal by his father and family that forge his descent into evil".

Sewell's BBC One drama series Zen was axed earlier this year, despite respectable audience figures.

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