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Madonna has been a music icon for 40 years. She might not have produced the vast number of hits she did in the 1980s, but she knows how to pull in her crowd. Any gigs she does are sure to be noteworthy. But a biopic of her? That appears to be difficult to make.

A feature film reportedly starring Jennifer Garner has been in the works for some time. The problem is that Garner will eventually have to look elsewhere for work, and her commitment to the project might, in essence, time out. She would seemingly make a great Madonna, but someone else might have to fill that role.

Or will they? What could occur is that Garner transitions from a feature film about Madonna to a limited series about the brilliant musical artist and trendsetter. That is because Deadline reports that the Queen of Pop will work with Stranger Things...

Exclusive: Jennifer Garner (The Last Thing He Told Me) is attached to star in Zygote (wt), a sci-fi drama based on a short story by Alyssa Hill, who is on board to adapt the screenplay.

Hailing from Pinky Promise (The Last Showgirl) and Linden Productions (Is God Is), the film centers on Parisa (Garner), an elite crisis negotiator who is sent 254 miles from Earth as a response to hostages on the International Space Station. Due to the unexpected nature of the expedition, Parisa quickly realizes this could be her final mission, as she is forced to confront the limits of her life’s work alongside her own mortality.

Kara Durrett and Jessamine Burgum of Pinky Promise will produce alongside Riva Marker and Deanna Barillari of Linden Productions. Mia Samuels of Linden will oversee the project in tandem with Barillari after making the deal for rights to the film. The director’s chair remains open.

Coming-of-age drama “Penelope,” produced by Duplass Brothers Productions, is set to launch on pay TV platform Sky and streaming service Now in the U.K. and Ireland, following a deal with Fremantle.

The eight-part series, created by Mark Duplass (“The Morning Show”) and Mel Eslyn, follows Penelope, played by Megan Stott, a 16-year-old who feels out of place in modern society and is drawn into the unknown wilderness, where she begins to form a new life for herself.

Penelope is caught up in the modern world’s technology, pacing and pressure, but something is missing, and things feel off, she can’t quite put it into words. On the surface, her life seems pretty great, while inside, there’s a fierceness that’s been brewing, a calling towards a new way of being.

After a chance encounter with a wolf and a rabbit on a school camping trip, the call...

Peacock has acquired the drama The Five-Star Weekend, with Jennifer Garner on board to star and executive produce.

The series from UCP will adapt Elin Hilderbrand’s novel of the same name, with Bekah Brunstetter (Maid, This is Us) creating, writing and also executive producing.

The Five-Star Weekend series will center on Hollis Shaw, a famed food influencer who suffers a devastating loss. Unable to move forward, the death reveals cracks in her picture-perfect life, including a strained marriage, a complicated relationship with her daughter and her growing pursuit of validation from her followers.

To find herself again, Hollis hosts a weekend away at her house on Nantucket with three friends from different stages in her life: her childhood, her twenties, thirties, and one surprise fifth star. Set against a luxurious and coastal backdrop, they will mature in ways they could never imagine as boundaries are pushed and secrets are exposed.

Peacock has handed a series pickup to The Five-Star Weekend, a drama starring and executive produced by Jennifer Garner, from UCP.

The project, created by Bekah Brunstetter based on the bestselling novel by The Perfect Couple author Elin Hilderbrand, had been in the works at the streamer for about a year under an overall deal Sue Naegle and Ali Krug signed with the Universal Studio Group unit for their Dinner Party Productions. The series green light was secured by Garner coming on board as star and executive producer.

The Five-Star Weekend centers on Hollis Shaw (Garner), a famed food influencer known for her delicious recipes, impeccable taste, and warm demeanor, who suffers a devastating loss. Unable to move forward, the death starts to expose the cracks in Hollis’s picture-perfect life — her strained marriage, her complicated relationship with her daughter,...

Emilia Clarke (“Game of Thrones”), Edgar Ramirez (“Emilia Perez”) and Jack Farthing (“Spencer”) will star in “Next Life” from writer-director Drake Doremus (“Like Crazy”), L.A. and London-based production and management company 42, Mutressa and Fetisoff Illusion have announced.

“Next Life” tells the love story of Ivy (Emilia Clarke), who finds herself confronted with parallel universes in which her life unspools in very different ways set against the modern London jazz scene.

Mutressa’s Elika Portnoy, Gleb Fetisov of Fetisoff Illusion and 42’s Ben Pugh and Kate Buckley are producing alongside Doremus. John Palfery Smith will also produce. Production is currently underway in London and set to wrap in late December. CAA Media Finance is representing worldwide rights.

Clarke is best known for her role as Daenerys Targaryen in the HBO award winning series “Game of Thrones,” for which she received four Emmy nominations and three Critics Choice Award nominations.

A scene from ‘High Potential’ season 1 episode 7 (Disney/Mitch Hasseth)

ABC’s High Potential episode seven, the fall finale, is set on Yes Day. What’s that? It’s the day when Morgan (Kaitlin Olson) has to say yes to Ava’s plans on how to spend her day of work at the LAPD. One of the items on the list is visiting her mom’s work and while she pets a dog, Tom (Jd Pardo) confirms Morgan’s number on the window written in orange chips dust was illegible. They flirt as he jokes that wound up calling an elderly woman on accident.

Ava (Amirah J) is shocked her mom doesn’t have a desk while everyone else does. Just as Ava’s taking a restroom break, a woman takes Lt. Melon (Garret Dillahunt) hostage and warns everyone not to move. She claims a nearby box is a bomb,...

Fortune Feimster is back with another Netflix special, “Crushing It,” set to debut on the streamer on Dec. 3.

In the stand-up special, which follows her 2020 hour “Sweet & Salty” and 2022’s “Good Fortune,” Feimster “shares hilarious stories from her life, including her ‘romantic’ honeymoon with her wife and her reflections on no longer being her mom’s surrogate husband,” per Netflix. The special will be packed with Feimster’s take on navigating “relationships, personal growth and the hilarities of everyday life.”

“Fortune Feimster: Crushing It” is directed by Kristian Mercado Figueroa, who has helmed specials from Michael Che, Taylor Tomlinson and Phoebe Robinson. He executive produces alongside Feimster, Jax Smith, Judi Marmel, Adam Ginivisian and John Bravakis.

Feimster came up as a writer and panelist on E’s “Chelsea Lately” before appearing in series such as “The Mindy Project,” “Champions” and “Kenan.” She has also landed guest roles on “Claws,” “Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens...

Jennifer Garner is well-known for her acting prowess, pleasant personality, and prosperous business ventures. The actress was born into a middle-class family in Texas, but she pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Bfa) degree in theater performance because she wanted to be an actress.

Jennifer Garner in 13 Going on 30 | Credits: Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures

Jennifer Garner got her first TV role in a miniseries, which led to her landing a lead part in Rose Hill. As her popularity grew, she began earning impressive amounts of money, not just from acting but also through business ventures, endorsements, and sponsorships. So how much is the multi-talented actresses’ net worth in 2024?

Jennifer Garner’s payout from movies and TV show Alias

Garner’s big break came with her role in the action-packed series Alias, which made her a household name. Along with the recognition, she earned a substantial income from the show, receiving...

Penelope is Netflix's newest coming-of-age series and represents the first leading role for its young actress. Created by award-winning producer Mel Eslyn and The Morning Show's star Mark Duplass, the show stars a small but talented cast. The narrative follows Penelope, a contemporary teen who feels out of place within her community of peers and decides to escape into the wilderness. Cutting off her family and friends, the teenager enjoys her own and nature's company before meeting fellow travelers who show her what true belonging is.

Although Penelope feels a pull to nature, it is in her found connections that she finds peace and purpose. The Netflix 2024 TV show highlights that nature can teach humans a way back to each other, even in a modern world. Penelope's character represents a severed link that promises to be healed in the trees and through interactions with peculiar characters, like an elder nomad,...

TV giant Fremantle has acquired the worldwide rights to “Penelope,” the coming-of-age indie drama produced by Duplass Brothers Productions

Created by Mark Duplass and Mel Eslyn, the 8-part series premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival and is set to launch on Netflix in the U.S. on Sep. 24.

The series follows Penelope, played by Megan Stott, a 16-year-old who feels out of place in modern society and is drawn into the unknown wilderness, where she begins to form a new life for herself in a National Forest.

Alongside Stott, the cast also includes Austin Abrams, Krisha Fairchild and Rhenzy Feliz.

“It is an honour to be partnering with the esteemed Duplass Brothers to introduce ‘Penelope’ to the world. This premium, coming-of-age series has strong emotional heart and beautiful production values, all whilst addressing important, timely and relatable issues that consume our everyday lives” said Rebecca Dundon, senior vice president of scripted content for international Fremantle.

While Beetlejuice 2 may have been Jenna Ortega's biggest 2024 release, the actress has several other upcoming movies and TV shows in the works. Ortega got her acting start in commercials before making the jump to TV in 2012 with small roles. In just two years, she started to acquire more prominent roles in shows like Rake and Jane the Virgin. By then, Ortega was also appearing in movies. Following her stint on the Disney Channel's Stuck in the Middle, Ortega's movie career grew with roles in movies like The Babysitter: Killer Queen, Yes Day, and The Fallout.

While Ortega appeared in You season 2 and voiced a character in Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous, her career took off in 2022 with the releases of Scream and Wednesday. Some of Ortega's other best horror movies came in the few years that followed, with a sequel to the slasher franchise Scream VI and Ti West's X.

With the momentum of stardom in her favor after Netflix’s Wednesday and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Jenna Ortega will surely take on more Hollywood projects following Season 2 of Wednesday, which is currently in production.

Before these two Tim Burton projects, Ortega had roles in several other Netflix films and a television show as well as separate feature films. She got her start in a Colgate toothpaste commercial and then a Disney Channel show that mirrored the aspect of her big family.

Some might recognize Ortega as the actress who portrayed the younger version of Jane Gloriana Villanueva (portrayed by Gina Rodriguez when she’s older) in the CW’s Jane the Virgin. She also appeared in Studio 666 a horror film in which the Foo Fighters move into a storied rock ‘n roll studio that starts to haunt their work. Most recently right before the arrival of Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice in theaters,...

Jenna Ortega thinks she had a "very secret" audition for 'Dune'.The 21-year-old actress has revealed she once had a mysterious read for a role for what she believes was Chani in Denis Villeneuve's big screen adaptation of Frank Herbert's iconic 1965 sci-fi novel.Asked to name a role "people would be surprise" she auditioned for, she told Buzzfeed: "I think I auditioned for 'Dune' when I was about 15."I remember being a big fan of that film and that franchise and everything like that and being really excited for that interview because Denis is one of my favorite filmmakers.”The 'Wednesday' star thinks the part she was reading for was Chani, which eventually went to Zendaya.She added: "I think it was Chani. I think it was Zendaya’s. But they weren’t saying that. Everything was very secret.”Zendaya, 27, was reportedly cast in January 2019, while Timothee Chalamet,...

"It's like – I'm being called... Please don't go looking for me." Out into the forest we go.

Ben Affleck’s love story with two of the greatest Jennifers in the entertainment industry has been, perhaps, one of the most talked about things of all time. While it all started with Jennifer Lopez and is currently going with her as well, Jennifer Garner became yet another major part of the Hollywood heartthrob Affleck’s love life.

Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne in the Dceu films. | Credit: Warner Bros.

That being said, it all inevitably seems to have started one fateful night during an event recorded on camera and preserved ever since. This was evident from how Garner was seemingly flirting with her Daredevil co-star during the event. But what’s surprising is that not only was Affleck engaged to Lopez back then, but even Garner was married!

The Bennifer Trio Wild Saga Started with Jennifer Garner Seemingly Flirting with Ben Affleck

For a pair that first met three...

Exclusive: Linden Productions has hired veteran producer and executive Deanna Barillari as SVP of Development and Production, Deadline has learned.

Barillari joins after consulting in Physical Production at MGM Features and serving as VP of Production and Development for Wishmore Entertainment. In her new role, she will continue to build out the Linden’s diverse slate across film and television.

As part of the company expansion, Mia Samuels is also being promoted to Creative Executive.

Most recently, Barillari produced Chelsea Peretti’s directorial debut, First Time Female Director, for Fox Entertainment Studios alongside Amy Poehler and her Paper Kite Productions. Other feature credits include Argyris Papadimitropolous’ Monday, starring Sebastian Stan, which received Greece’s Iris Award nomination in the category of Best Picture; Steve Basilone’s Long Weekend for Sony Pictures; and Phyllis Nagy’s Call Jane starring Elizabeth Banks for Roadside Attractions. Barillari has also worked closely with auteur Paul Thomas Anderson,...

While Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck have moved on since their divorce after a decade long marriage, the two celebrities have always continued to maintain a friendly relationship with each other while co-parenting their kids. While they were still a couple. the stars have shared a mutual respect which has seen them having many honest discussions about their career as well.

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck in Daredevil (image credit: Marvel)

In 2014, when they were still together, Affleck starred in Gone Girl that happened to have a few intimate scenes including a full frontal n*de scene that had previously never been attempted by the actor before. Garner hilariously revealed how the Argo star, in his typical deadpan manner, explained how this sequence happened, and her epic reply to it.

Jennifer Garner Recalled Ben Affleck’s Bold N*de Scene In Gone Girl

It is only natural that actors, who are also real-life couples,...

If you came here looking for more information about who might be starring in My Best Day, the answer is: you! You may have seen the filter floating around on social media — an image that resembles the Netflix homepage, complete with some of our newest shows and movies, all promoting My Best Day. While there are plenty of Days to tune into here — like One Day, Yes Day, and Miss Night and Day, to name a few — the viral My Best Day filter was created by Yajan Joshi for people to share some of their favorite real-life moments. That’s right, you’re the main character of this story.

My Best Day may not be a new show you can stream, but we have plenty of other series and movies right here that will inspire you to have your best day ever. Check out the My Best Day collection...

There might be trouble in Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s paradise yet again and it looks like ex-wife Jennifer Garner is playing peacemaker between the two. After meeting each other on the set of Pearl Harbor (2001), Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner reunited while filming Daredevil (2003) and began dating shortly after.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner in Daredevil (2003) | 20th Century Fox

Eventually, they tied the knot and had three beautiful children together before calling it quits in 2015. While still remaining close to each other, the ex-couple officially filed for divorce in 2017 and it was finalized a year later. Despite their split, they have been on good terms but now, it appears as if Jennifer Garner’s bond with her ex-husband may be causing some trouble in her current relationship.

Jennifer Garner’s Boyfriend is Reportedly Unhappy with Her Thanks to Ben Affleck

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck in a still...

From Jenna Ortega's Yes Day to the romantic drama One Day, Netflix has released a number of successful, original Day-titled projects. Is My Best Day the streamer's next one?

Snapchat and Instagram users have found a new filter with a theme familiar to those who stream shows and movies on Netflix.

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WME has hired Julie Haffner as its head of motion picture business affairs. In the new role, she will oversee motion picture client deals and serve as an advisor to WME agents, executives and clients on structuring and negotiating motion picture and talent deals, in addition to advising on overall strategies for navigating the ever-changing media landscape.

Prior to WME, Haffner served as senior director of business and legal affairs at Netflix, where she negotiated high-level deals for the original studio film group’s slate of motion pictures, and was responsible for projects including “Hillbilly Elegy,” “Yes Day,” “The Christmas Chronicles,” “Lift” and the upcoming projects “The Union” and “Back in Action.”

She also negotiated and managed overall deals for producers including 21 Laps (Shawn Levy), Hartbeat (Kevin Hart), Archewell (Harry and Meghan) and Wonderland (McG).

Haffner previously worked in the motion picture group at Paramount Pictures, and was VP of...

UTA has signed Southern comedian, writer, and actor Fortune Feimster for representation in all areas.

Becoming a household name through her Netflix specials Sweet & Salty and Good Fortune, both of which were nominated for a Critics Choice Award, Feimster just filmed her third for the streamer in Seattle, Wa.

Currently, Feimster’s shooting the second season of Fubar, Netflix’s action comedy series led by Arnold Schwarzenegger, which came in at No. 1 globally in its first 10 days of release and topped 100 million views in less than a week. A North Carolina native who began her ascent to popularity as a writer and panelist on E’s hit show Chelsea Lately, she’s been a series regular on The Mindy Project (Hulu) and Kenan (NBC), recurred on CBS’s Life in Pieces, and guest starred on numerous series, including 2 Broke Girls, Workaholics, Glee, and Tales of the City.

Feimster’s film credits include Family Switch,...

Fans of Deanna Coln should show kindness to her replacement in the new Jardiance commercial per her Instagram video. Deanna Coln's replacement, Rachel Strutt, was introduced in January, possibly due to a polarized online reaction to the original ad. Companies must navigate public feedback carefully in advertising, balancing information and appeal to create successful campaigns.

A new actor appeared in the 2024 Jardiance commercial, seemingly replacing Deanna Coln. Jardiance is a popular prescription medication used to treat type 2 diabetes and has made a significant impact not only in the healthcare sector but also in the realm of advertising. Known for its role in improving blood sugar levels, diet, and exercise, Jardiance has become a household name, partially thanks to its memorable commercials. One of the faces who initially brought this drug to the forefront of consumer consciousness was Deanna Coln.

Known for her dynamic presence and infectious charisma, Coln has showcased...

"Borderlands" is one of the most popular video game franchises of the 2000s. Now, it's becoming a movie, with Lionsgate hoping to turn it into a franchise for the big screen. Directed by Eli Roth, this video game adaptation has been in the works for a long, long time, but it's finally hitting theaters this summer. That being the case, the studio brought some new footage from the film to this year's CinemaCon in Las Vegas, and I was on hand to see what Roth cooked up.

One thing the movie has going for it is a stellar A-list cast led by Cate Blanchett ("Thor: Ragnarok") as Lilith. The ensemble also includes Jack Black ("The Super Mario Bros. Movie"), Kevin Hart ("Lift"), Jamie Lee Curtis ("Halloween"), Ariana Greenblatt ("Barbie"), Florian Munteanu ("Creed II"), and Edgar Ramirez ("Yes Day"). It also, at one point, had "The Last of Us" and "Chernobyl") writer Craig Mazin attached,...

Jennifer Garner leads Netflix's upcoming holiday film Mrs. Claus, with the plot still under wraps. Garner also has projects in the works like Fruitcake and a potential Alias reboot discussion. The star is open to reprising her famous roles, including Elektra and Sydney Bristow, if J.J. Abrams directs.

Jennifer Garner is increasing her Netflix collaborations with the upcoming holiday film Mrs. Claus. Per Deadline, Garner will lead the Christmas film as the titular character. The streamer has not yet released any information about the film's plot. Leah McKendrick, known for her work on Scrambled and M.F.A. (she's also set to scribe the anticipated I Know What You Did Last Summer sequel), will write Mrs. Claus.

Related Dwayne Johnsons Christmas Action Movie, Red One, Gets 2024 Theatrical Release Starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, Red One will now land in theaters for the 2024 holiday season.

Mrs. Claus will be produced by...

Golden Globe winner Jennifer Garner has officially found her next project with Netflix in the form of a brand-new Christmas movie titled, Mrs. Claus. This marks Garner’s latest collaboration with the streaming, after previously starring in 2021’s Yes Day, 2022’s The Adam Project and 2023’s Family Switch.

According to Deadline, the Alias vet will be portraying the eponymous role of Mrs. Claus in the upcoming holiday comedy. Further details about Garner’s character or the film’s plot are still being kept under wraps. In addition to starring, Garner has also signed on to produce the project, based on a story idea by Oscar winner Reese Witherspoon. The latter will also be set as a producer through her Hello Sunshine banner. This won’t be the first collaboration between Garner and Witherspoon, as they previously worked together on Apple TV+’s thriller drama series The Last Thing He Told Me.

Jennifer Garner has a new Christmas movie in the works at Netflix!

After starring in the streaming service’s movies Family Leave, Yes Day, and The Adam Project, it has been announced that the 51-year-old actress will be starring in and producing the upcoming holiday comedy movie Mrs. Claus.

Keep reading to find out more…As of right now, plot details are being kept under wraps, but Deadline reports that Leah McKendrick is writing the script.

Reese Witherspoon and Lauren Neustadter are also producing Mrs. Claus through their production company Hello Sunshine.

Reese and Laura recently worked with Jennifer on the Apple TV+ thriller series The Last Thing He Told Me, which just recently got renewed for a second season.

Earlier this year, it was reported that Jennifer is in talks to star in her ex-husband Ben Affleck‘s next movie. Get more details here.

Exclusive: Following her work with Netflix on its popular family films Family Leave and Yes Day, as well as The Adam Project, the sci-fi pic with Ryan Reynolds marking one of its biggest to date in terms of viewership, Jennifer Garner is back in business with the streamer after signing on to star in its holiday comedy, Mrs. Claus, sources tell Deadline.

Netflix had no comment. Details as to the plot of the film are under wraps. Leah McKendrick (Scrambled) is writing the script, with Reese Witherspoon and Lauren Neustadter set to produce for Hello Sunshine, which has been at work with Garner of late on the acclaimed Apple TV+ thriller series The Last Thing He Told Me. Garner is also producing, as is Nicole King for Linden Productions. Hello Sunshine brought the project to Garner, with Witherspoon providing the original idea.

Most recently, Garner signed on to star opposite...

Jennifer Garner shares a heartfelt note following the unfortunate demise of her father, William John Garner. The actress, who is renowned for films like Pearl Harbor, 13 Going on 30, and Catch Me If You Can wrote on her Instagram that her father passed away peacefully at the age of 85. The unfortunate incident saw many celebrities and her co-workers coming forward to share their condolences.

Jennifer Garner in Yes Day

Jennifer Garner penned an emotional and heartfelt tribute to her late father on her verified Instagram account. Following the unfortunate incident, she has been receiving massive support from her fans and other celebrities who stand by her in this tough time. Prominent actors like Ryan Reynolds, Reese Witherspoon, and Melanie Lynskey expressed their condolences.

Jennifer Garner leaves an emotional note for her late father

Jennifer Garner’s emotional Instagram post

Jennifer Garner‘s late father, William John Garner was a chemical engineer for Union Carbide.

Sparking their romance in 2004, after starring together in 2003’s Daredevil movie, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner became a popular Hollywood couple. Hitched in June 2005, the couple thereafter began building a family together, as they welcomed their first child Violet in 2005, followed by Seraphina and Samuel in 2009 and 2012, respectively.

Jennifer Garner in Yes Day (2021)

However, despite their long-standing marriage, things started falling apart between Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. The duo finally decided to get separated in 2015. Finalizing their divorce three years later, Affleck and Garner started co-parenting their three kids. However, only recently did the 13 Going on 30 star open up on the hardest part of parenting with the Batman actor.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner Co-Parent Their Kids

Married in 2005, Golden Globe winner Jennifer Garner became a mother for the first time, that very year, as she welcomed her daughter Violet with her then-husband Ben Affleck. Following their first kid,...

At long last, the first trailer for the "Borderlands" movie has arrived. Directed by Eli Roth, this is the long-awaited adaptation of the very popular series of video games from Gearbox and 2K. Lionsgate has been getting the film ready behind the scenes for several years, and with the release date set for this summer, the studio has finally decided to show us what they've cooked up. Check it out for yourself above.

There is much to discuss here. For anyone who has played the games, Roth and the filmmakers certainly nailed a lot of the look. Claptrap (the robot character voiced by Jack Black) looks like himself. The world looks like the world of the games. It feels right in that sense. It also feels, cinematically, like a mix between Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy" films and "Mad Max." Whether or not it's anywhere near as good as those...

Ben Affleck was recently seen laying down a new jingle in the music studio for Dunkin’ during the Super Bowl, much to the chagrin of his current wife, Jennifer Lopez. Affleck would also intro his famous best friend, Matt Damon, in the TV spot. The two are set to work together again after Affleck previously directed Damon in Air. Damon will be starring in a new crime thriller that will be helmed by Affleck, titled Animals, which is being planned as a Netflix release. The Good Will Hunting co-stars will also be producing the feature together under their Artists Equity banner, along with the company’s Dani Bernfeld.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Affleck’s ex-wife of thirteen years, Jennifer Garner, is now in talks to star opposite Matt Damon in the film. Garner and Affleck had also starred together in 2003’s Daredevil. The film’s deal with Netflix is currently coming together,...

Recent reports suggest that for Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s next team-up outing, Jennifer Garner may be in talks to star in it. News of the impending crime thriller ‘Animals,’ slated to release on Netflix, surfaced last month. It was said that the Justice League alum would be at the helm, with Damon putting his acting chops on display.

What was being touted as another classic on-screen reunion between the long-time friends now boasts an intriguing (potential) addition to the cast.

Jennifer Garner in 13 Going on 30 (2004)

The actress is reportedly still in negotiations to grace the initiative. The deal is yet to be finalized. However, if everything goes as planned, she may star alongside Damon in a movie about kidnapping. Although Affleck and Garner, previously married for 13 years, have collaborated on three films as co-actors, this would mark the first time (if finalized) the Yes Day alum...

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck may be reuniting for a new movie!

The 51-year-old Alias actress is in negotiations to star opposite Matt Damon in the new Netflix crime thriller Animals, which is being directed by Ben, also 51, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Keep reading to find out more…Written by Connor McIntyrey, Animals follows “a mayoral candidate and his wife whose son is kidnapped. Surrounded by plenty of enemies, political and otherwise, the husband and wife have no choice but to get their hands dirty in order to save their son.”

Jennifer would play the wife of Matt‘s mayoral candidate.

Ben and Matt are also producing the movie through their Artists Equity studio.

Over the past few years, Jennifer has starred in several Netflix movies including Family Switch and Yes Day.

Before marrying in 2005, Ben and Jennifer shared the screen in three movies – 2001′s Pearl Harbor, 2003′s Daredevil,...

Jennifer Garner may be joining Ben Affleck for his latest movie outing.

The actress, who was married to the Oscar-winning filmmaker for 13 years, is in negotiations to star opposite Matt Damon in Animals, a crime thriller set up at Netflix.

Affleck is directing the feature and is also producing with Damon via their Artists Equity banner, along with the company’s Dani Bernfeld. Also producing are Brad Weston and Collin Creighton via their MakeReady shingle.

Pieces are still being put together, including Garner’s deal, but if it all fits, the thriller could be before cameras in Los Angeles starting March.

Written by Connor McIntyre with revisions by Billy Ray, the crime thriller concerns a mayoral candidate and his wife whose son is kidnapped. Surrounded by plenty of enemies, political and otherwise, the husband and wife have no choice but to get their hands dirty in order to save their son.

Jennifer Garner and Jenna Ortega's collaboration in a Neutrogena commercial brings together two talented actresses from different generations. Their off-screen chemistry and genuine smiles captivated fans and showcased the camaraderie between the stars. Garner and Ortega's performances in the film "Yes Day" received acclaim for their authenticity, adding depth and heart to the movie.

While Jenna Ortega has quickly become an in-demand movie star, she starred alongside Jennifer Garner in a commercial. Garner is a household name in Hollywood, known for her versatility and charm. Rising to fame with her role as Sydney Bristow in the critically acclaimed TV series Alias, Garner has since become a beloved figure with a filmography that spans from action-packed blockbusters like Elektra to heartwarming comedies like 13 Going on 30, earning her a reputation as a dynamic and adaptable actress. Beyond her acting prowess, Garner is also recognized for her philanthropic efforts and active social media presence.

When Jenna Ortega Recalled Her Struggles On Stuck In The Middle Sets!(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Jenna Ortega is only 21, but she’s earned massive fame in her career. She rose to prominence with her role in The CW comedy-drama series Jane the Virgin. Many wouldn’t know, but she struggled a lot during filming the Disney show Stuck In The Middle. And it was way more complicated than her stunts on Wednesday! Scroll below for all the details.

Ortega had to drop out of school in the 8th grade to pursue her love for acting. She bought an apartment in Los Angeles after securing the lead role in Stuck In The Middle (2016-2018). While she thought things would change for good, she instead had to undergo therapy sessions to cope with the mess on the Disney show.

Jenna Ortega recalls shooting for “crazy hours” on Stuck In Middle sets

On the podcast Armchair Expert,...

"Family Switch" is a chaotic Christmas comedy film that puts a twist on the body-swap genre, with the entire Walker family switching bodies. Jennifer Garner shines in her role as the meticulous and organized mother, Jess Walker, who learns that her way isn't always the best for everyone. The supporting cast in "Family Switch" includes talented actors like Ed Helms, Emma Myers, and Brady Noon, who deliver comedic performances that add to the fun of the film.

Netflix's Family Switch brought together some excellent talent to tell the story of the Walker family, with several additional stars getting in on the action as well. The film puts an added twist on body-swap films like Freaky Friday, 13 Going on 30, 17 Again, and The Change-Up by making the entire Walker family switch bodies with another member. This means that the central actors of Family Switch not only had to master...

Family Switch is a Christmas fantasy comedy film directed by McG, from a screenplay by Adam Sztykiel and Victoria Strouse. The Netflix film revolves around the Walker family, who don’t really get each other but Christmas works its magic and switches the souls of the kids and parents. Now, they only have 24 hours to find a solution or they get trapped in each other’s body for forever. Family Switch stars Ed Helms and Jennifer Garner as parents with Emma Myers and Brady Noon starring as the Walker kids. So, if you loved the Netflix film here are some similar movies you could watch next.

17 Again (Prime Video) Credit – Warner Bros.

Synopsis: A former high school basketball star gets a second shot at life when he’s miraculously transformed into a teenager and offered the opportunity to redefine his future. Back in 1989, Mike O’ Donnell (Matthew Perry) had...

At this point, the body switch comedy genre is pretty well worn. Big, Freaky Friday (twice), 17 Again, 13 Going on 30, etc., have pretty much defined and exhausted what can be done with the concept to keep it fresh. The latter 2004 hit actually starred Jennifer Garner, who is now returning to the genre again, this time as producer and star of Netflix’s holiday comedy Family Switch.

This time around, the formula is expanded to have an entire family experience a life-altering cosmic moment and become their opposites. The parents become their kids, the kids become their parents, even the baby becomes the French Bulldog. Guess what? It works, even offering some Lol moments along the way in a movie that isn’t trying to reinvent anything here, just finding a new angle to squeeze some more life out of it.

Inspired by the book Bedtime For Mommy by Amy Krouse Rosenthal,...

Jenna Ortega will not be returning for 'Scream VII'.The 21-year-old actress has starred as Tara Carpenter in the previous two installments of the slasher franchise but will not feature in the next flick due to a scheduling conflict with the second season of the Netflix series 'Wednesday' – in which she plays the title role of Wednesday Addams.Jenna's exit is unrelated to the firing of Melissa Barrera, who plays Tara's half-sister Sam Carpenter, from the film over comments she made regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict.It is understood that Ortega's departure from 'Scream' was discussed prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike as she needs to go to Ireland to film 'Wednesday' in April, which will continue into the summer of next year.The 'Yes Day' actress also has to complete filming for 'Beetlejuice 2' as she portrays Lydia Deetz's daughter...

It was announced in May 2022 that Netflix acquired the film Pain Hustlers in one of the largest deals at the Cannes market, coming in at a whopping $50 million. Netflix has been working overtime to build up its catalog of original movies, and it seems that this deal only cements that notion. Their original content is produced, co-produced, or distributed by Netflix exclusively and is funded differently than other TV networks.

Pain Hustlers had a lot of major talent behind it, from being directed by David Yates, best known for the Harry Potter films, as well as securing stars like Emily Blunt and Chris Evans. The film's plot and trailers have hinted at a satirical comedy about corporate greed similar to films like The Big Short or The Wolf of Wall Street.

So, what is going on with their upcoming drama Pain Hustlers? Here is what we know so far.

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Actress Jennifer Garner has said that the actress-producer Reese Witherspoon was there for her during a “very public, very hard moment in my life” during a panel discussion. “I think back to being pregnant. This one (Reese) was sitting next to me”, Jennifer who was on the panel with Reese and Mindy Kaling — shared at Hello Sunshine’s Inaugural Shine On event in Los Angeles, reports People magazine.

“I think back to going through a very public, very hard moment in my life. She was right there and the way I needed to get through it was dance cardio.”

The ‘Yes Day’ actress did not disclose the difficult moment she was referring to, but she did go on to share her and Reese’s experiences of the athletic form of dance.

“And I danced cardio-d so hard, we broke her foot, but she kept going!” she said, quoted by People.

Actress Jennifer Garner has said that the actress-producer Reese Witherspoon was there for her during a “very public, very hard moment in my life” during a panel discussion. “I think back to being pregnant. This one (Reese) was sitting next to me”, Jennifer who was on the panel with Reese and Mindy Kaling — shared at Hello Sunshine’s Inaugural Shine On event in Los Angeles, reports People magazine.

“I think back to going through a very public, very hard moment in my life. She was right there and the way I needed to get through it was dance cardio.”

The ‘Yes Day’ actress did not disclose the difficult moment she was referring to, but she did go on to share her and Reese’s experiences of the athletic form of dance.

“And I danced cardio-d so hard, we broke her foot, but she kept going!” she said, quoted by People.

Netflix's new family comedy Family Switch, starring Jennifer Garner and Ed Helms, aims to establish itself as a classic within the body-swap movie genre. Garner's presence in the film is important as she has become an icon of family films in recent years, with movies like Love, Simon and Wonder Park. The story of Family Switch was inspired by films like 13 Going 30 and 21 Jump Street, with a meta deconstruction of the body switch subgenre and references to classic body switch movies.

Netflix will try to establish its own classic within the body-swap movie genre with Family Switch, the streaming platform's latest family comedy starring Jennifer Garner and Ed Helms. The film, which premieres on November 30, is directed by McG and follows the story of the Walker family. Based on the 2010 children's book Bedtime for Mommy written by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, the plot focuses on the body swap...

Spy Kids: Armageddon is a revival of the popular Spy Kids franchise by Robert Rodriguez, coming to Netflix on September 22. The movie follows two children who become spies to save their parents and the world from a powerful game developer. Zachary Levi and Gina Rodriguez star as the spy parents, while Everly Carganilla and Connor Esterson play their kids.

Robert Rodriguez is reviving one of his most popular stories thanks to Netflix with Spy Kids: Armageddon, a new movie within the famous action franchise, coming to the streaming platform on September 22. It's been more than ten years since the last movie from the Spy Kids hit theaters back in 2011, and fans never imagined the story would be revived. However, now that Hollywood is filled with legacy sequels, reboots and revivals, Rodriguez didn't want to miss the chance to continue expanding the world of one of the most acclaimed kids' sagas of the new millennium.

Key takeaways from the article: Netflix is adapting Amy Krouse Rosenthal's children's book "Bedtime for Mommy" into a movie titled "Family Switch," starring Jennifer Garner and Ed Helms. The movie, directed by McG, will pay homage to past body swap movies and will feature "meta nods" to Jennifer Garner's "13 Going On 30." "Family Switch" will be released on Netflix on November 30, 2023, just in time for the holiday season. The story follows the Walker family as they navigate life after swapping bodies.

Netflix is adapting another children’s book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal for streaming, and there is plenty of Family Switch movie news on the way. Formerly titled Family Leave, the movie is inspired by the Rosenthal book Bedtime for Mommy. Previously, Netflix adapted her children’s book Yes Day with Jennifer Garner and Jenna Ortega. Garner will feature in Family Switch as well, but Ortega will not.

Netflix's comedy movie Family Switch establishes a link between Wednesday's Jenna Ortega and Emma Myers based on their Netflix family movies co-starring Jennifer Garner. Emma Myers stars as the teenage daughter of Jennifer Garner in Family Switch, while Jenna Ortega played Garner's daughter in Netflix's Yes Day. Family Switch, directed by McG, also includes meta references to Jennifer Garner's 2004 film 13 Going on 30, adding another connection to the actress's past movies.

The casting for Netflix’s upcoming comedy movie Family Switch surprisingly establishes another connection between Wednesday stars Jenna Ortega and Emma Myers. Netflix is well known for utilizing many of the same hit actors across its movies and TV shows, with Ortega and Myers being no exception. Though Myers’ breakout acting role was in Netflix’s Wednesday season 1 as werewolf Enid Sinclair, Ortega had been cast in several hit Netflix projects prior to scoring her leading Addams Family spinoff role.

Jenna Ortega has had a diverse career, from child star to horror icon, appearing in projects like "The Little Rascals Save The Day" and "Insidious: Chapter 2." While some of Ortega's roles may not have been hits, it's easier to rank her best movies and TV shows, such as "Yes Day" and "You." Ortega has proven her talent in various genres, from voice acting in shows like "Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous" to leading roles in films like "Wednesday," solidifying her status as a scream queen.

Thanks to a meteoric rise, there are great projects among Jenna Ortega's best movies and TV shows. The talented actress began her career early in life, with her very first role being that of a young girl in the CBS sitcom Rob, season 1, episode 6, "The Baby Bug," at just 10 years old. Since then, Ortega has gone from bit parts in films and TV shows...