NOW PLAYING: CINEMACON 2025 RECAP | The Drive-In Movie Podcast (Ep. 5)
In this special episode of The Drive-In Movie Podcast, host Berkan Dincer (Big Screen Berkan) takes listeners behind the scenes of CinemaCon 2025, the premier movie industry event held at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Berkan shares firsthand experiences from the convention floor, offering insights into the most anticipated films and exclusive studio presentations.
Highlights from CinemaCon 2025 include:
- DreamWorks & Universal Pictures: The world premiere of the live-action How to Train Your Dragon, directed by Dean DeBlois, featuring Mason Thames as Hiccup and Nico Parker as Astrid. Gerard Butler reprises his role as Stoick the Vast. The film received rave first reactions for its emotional depth and visual spectacle.
- Marvel Studios: Exclusive footage from Thunderbolts was showcased, confirming fan theories about the team’s formation. Cast members Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Hannah John-Kamen, and Wyatt Russell were present to discuss the film.
- Paramount Pictures: Tom Cruise honored his late Top Gun co-star Val Kilmer with a heartfelt tribute and introduced the trailer for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, set to release on May 23, 2025.
- Amazon MGM Studios: Chris Hemsworth and Halle Berry promoted their new thriller Crime 101, sharing insights about their on-set experiences. The film also stars Mark Ruffalo and Barry Keoghan.
- Warner Bros. & DC: James Gunn revealed footage from his upcoming Superman film, showcasing David Corenswet in the titular role.
- Other Notable Announcements: Previews of Wicked: For Good featuring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, Jurassic World: Rebirth with Scarlett Johansson, and Project Hail Mary starring Ryan Gosling were also unveiled.
Celebrity Appearances:
CinemaCon 2025 was a star-studded affair with appearances from Florence Pugh, Jamie Lee Curtis, Channing Tatum, Scarlett Johansson, Halle Berry, Jenna Ortega, Sydney Sweeney, Leonardo DiCaprio, and more, who showcased their upcoming films and participated in various panels.
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