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Everything You Need to Know Before Seeing 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'!

Everything You Need to Know Before Seeing 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'!

Unless you have been living under a rock, I’m sure you’ve heard about the MCU’s latest release.

By Meredith ReillyDec 23, 2021

James Franco not a fan of The Amazing Spider-Man

James Franco not a fan of The Amazing Spider-Man

James Franco can't understand why movie executives allowed director Marc Webb to reboot the Spider-Man franchise so…

By Young Hollywood StaffJan 31, 2013

Busy Philipps

WOMEN WE LOVE: Busy Philipps

WOMEN WE LOVE: Busy Philipps

Busy Philipps was a teen icon. She moved to L.A. from Scottsdale, Arizona, and soon landed her first big role at just…

By Kyla KillackeyMay 22, 2018

Get out Companys Next Project, Kitty Pryde Movie in the Works, new Taylor Swift Video, & More!

ICYMI: 'Get Out' Company's Next Project, Kitty Pryde Movie In The Works, New Taylor Swift Video, & More!

ICYMI: 'Get Out' Company's Next Project, Kitty Pryde Movie In The Works, New Taylor Swift Video, & More!

What a week! Let’s dive in but starting with some news out of the world of Streaming... "BoJack" Coming To Cable From…

By Kevin DonaldsonJan 13, 2018

Night

What To Expect From The One-Night-Only Nationwide Theatrical Release of 'The Room'!

What To Expect From The One-Night-Only Nationwide Theatrical Release of 'The Room'!

It’s a new year! And you know what means, right? Yup, time for the timeless cult classic The Room from the mysterious…

By Kevin DonaldsonJan 2, 2018

Shel Silverstein!

James Franco's Next Biopic Topic: Shel Silverstein!

James Franco's Next Biopic Topic: Shel Silverstein!

If you didn’t read Where The Sidewalk Ends or Falling Up as a child, did you really even have a childhood at all?

By Brennon BarclayDec 8, 2017

Talks to Star as Superhero Multiple man in new Movie

James Franco in talks to star as superhero Multiple Man in new movie

James Franco in talks to star as superhero Multiple Man in new movie

James Franco is close to signing on to play superhero Multiple Man in a new movie, according to reports....

By Young Hollywood StaffNov 17, 2017

Mindy Kalings Next Project, Gotham Gets Another Poison Ivy, new Trailers, & More!

ICYMI: Mindy Kaling's Next Project, "Gotham" Gets Another Poison Ivy, New Trailers, & More!

ICYMI: Mindy Kaling's Next Project, "Gotham" Gets Another Poison Ivy, New Trailers, & More!

News: Halloween happened, Dodgers broke our hearts, Beyoncé is going to be in The Lion King, bunch of bad scandals that…

By Kevin DonaldsonNov 4, 2017

Sexy Halloween Costumes are Boring

Margot Robbie: 'Sexy Halloween costumes are boring'

Margot Robbie: 'Sexy Halloween costumes are boring'

Actress Margot Robbie has made it a tradition to dress up as the opposite sex for Halloween, because it's more fun to…

By Young Hollywood StaffOct 11, 2017

On Impressions of Other Celebrities!

5 Celebrities Who Do Spot-On Impressions of Other Celebrities!

5 Celebrities Who Do Spot-On Impressions of Other Celebrities!

It’s not enough that most celebrities are extremely talented in one area or another, and probably pretty good-looking…

By Taylor CarterMay 13, 2017

See Films of Sxsw 2017!

5 Must-See Films of SXSW 2017!

5 Must-See Films of SXSW 2017!

The annual SXSW Film Festival in Austin is in full swing, and as always, the films are quite an eclectic mix.

By Sarah OsmanMar 14, 2017

Sea Thriller Underwater

Kristen Stewart set to star in deep-sea thriller Underwater

Kristen Stewart set to star in deep-sea thriller Underwater

Kristen Stewart is eying a leading role in upcoming action thriller Underwater....

By Young Hollywood StaffFeb 23, 2017

Selena Gomez is my Secret Weapon

James Franco: 'Selena Gomez is my secret weapon'

James Franco: 'Selena Gomez is my secret weapon'

James Franco knew people would doubt Selena Gomez's acting talents when he cast her in his new movie In Dubious…

By Young Hollywood StaffFeb 17, 2017

I Fail at Romance

James Franco: 'I fail at romance'

James Franco: 'I fail at romance'

Actor James Franco is eager to work on his romantic gestures after failing so often at dating....

By Young Hollywood StaffDec 21, 2016

Covenant Casting

James Franco lets slip Alien: Covenant casting

James Franco lets slip Alien: Covenant casting

Actor James Franco has reportedly landed his dream role in Ridley Scott's new Alien prequel....

By Young Hollywood StaffDec 20, 2016

Men Still Dominate the Movie Business

Megan Fox: 'Men still dominate the movie business'

Megan Fox: 'Men still dominate the movie business'

Megan Fox insists women are still seen through the eyes of men in the movie industry....

By Young Hollywood StaffJun 28, 2016

Howl

Meet the Cast of "Howl"

Meet the Cast of "Howl"

I was Miserable Before American Horror Story

Lady Gaga: 'I was miserable before American Horror Story'

Lady Gaga: 'I was miserable before American Horror Story'

Lady Gaga was "miserable" before landing her dream role on TV show American Horror Story: Hotel....

By Young Hollywood StaffJan 8, 2016

Tommy Wiseau Wants to Bring the Room to Asia & 3d Theatres Everywhere!

"Oh Hai, China": Tommy Wiseau Wants to Bring 'The Room' to Asia & 3D Theatres Everywhere!

"Oh Hai, China": Tommy Wiseau Wants to Bring 'The Room' to Asia & 3D Theatres Everywhere!

One of my all-time favorite guilty movie pleasures is The Room.

By Sarah OsmanNov 13, 2015

Coms From the 90s!

6 of the Best Teen Rom-Coms from the '90s!

6 of the Best Teen Rom-Coms from the '90s!

This past weekend on SNL, guest host Michael Keaton gave us a blast from the past with an SNL short that was not only…

By Amanda BaltazarApr 10, 2015

Star Cast for Lastest Film Adaptation

James Franco Heading an All-Star Cast for Lastest Film Adaptation

James Franco Heading an All-Star Cast for Lastest Film Adaptation

James Franco has been known to the public mostly for his work as an actor, an artist, a teacher/student, and for being…

By Kevin DonaldsonFeb 6, 2015

The Interview Furore Made me Sick

James Franco: 'The Interview furore made me sick'

James Franco: 'The Interview furore made me sick'

James Franco fell ill amid the furore over his controversial movie The Interview due to the "pressure" placed on him…

By Young Hollywood StaffFeb 6, 2015

Star Cast for new Steinbeck Film

James Franco lands all-star cast for new Steinbeck film

James Franco lands all-star cast for new Steinbeck film

James Franco has landed his biggest directorial coup to date after snagging his Spring Breakers co-star Selena Gomez…

By Young Hollywood StaffJan 31, 2015

Making Game

Netflix & Amazon Branching Out Into the Movie-Making Game

Netflix & Amazon Branching Out Into the Movie-Making Game

Netflix and Amazon are about to change everything… AGAIN! The popular streaming services have become known for…

By Kevin DonaldsonJan 22, 2015

Report

James Franco scuffles with photographer - report

James Franco scuffles with photographer - report

James Franco is facing a police investigation after allegedly scuffling with a photographer outside a concert in Los…

By Young Hollywood StaffOct 19, 2014

James Franco pulls out of new movie - report

James Franco pulls out of new movie - report

James Franco has pulled out of starring and directing upcoming movie Garden Of Last Days just two weeks before shooting…

By Young Hollywood StaffJun 28, 2013

See Lgbt Films

5 Must-See LGBT Films

5 Must-See LGBT Films

You probably clicked on this story thinking, “Whatever’s on this list, I have already seen it.” But I’d make a bet that…

By Bianca StitchAug 30, 2014

Girlfriend in off

James Franco to direct ex-girlfriend in off-Broadway play

James Franco to direct ex-girlfriend in off-Broadway play

James Franco will direct his ex-girlfriend Ahna O'reilly in a new off-Broadway production of Robert Boswell's play The…

By Young Hollywood StaffJun 16, 2014

Im not Going to High Schools Looking for Dates

James Franco: 'I'm not going to high schools looking for dates'

James Franco: 'I'm not going to high schools looking for dates'

James Franco has defended his courtship of a 17-year-old fan again, insisting it's legal to date a girl that young in…

By Young Hollywood StaffMay 2, 2014

Veep Star Timothy Simons

Q&A: "Veep" Star Timothy Simons

Q&A: "Veep" Star Timothy Simons

Timothy Simons is one of the stars of HBO’s hit political comedy, “Veep”, where he plays Jonah Ryan, the delightfully…

By Sarah OsmanApr 26, 2014

The Room

James Franco's Next "Disaster": 'The Room'

James Franco's Next "Disaster": 'The Room'

O hai, James Franco! If you have never seen the deliciously absurd cult classic, The Room, I urge you to invite a…

By Sarah OsmanFeb 12, 2014

My Book was not Meant to Offend

James Franco: 'My book was not meant to offend'

James Franco: 'My book was not meant to offend'

James Franco is adamant he did not set out to shock with his debut novel Actors Anonymous, but has apologised to stars…

By Young Hollywood StaffDec 16, 2013

With gay Kiss

James Franco mocks sexuality rumors - with gay kiss

James Franco mocks sexuality rumors - with gay kiss

James Franco has mocked constant speculation about his sexuality by smooching a man in a series of set-up…

By Young Hollywood StaffSep 19, 2013

James Franco & his Palo Alto Stories Directors

Q&A: James Franco & His "Palo Alto Stories" Directors

Q&A: James Franco & His "Palo Alto Stories" Directors

Nearly a month has gone by since the talented James Franco reached out over crowdsourcing to raise funds and awareness…

By Felix KayJul 15, 2013

Dane Dehaan

ONE TO WATCH: Dane DeHaan

ONE TO WATCH: Dane DeHaan

At this point, Dane DeHaan is best known for his portrayal of Jesse on the HBO series “In Treatment” and Timbo in the…

By Felix KayJul 8, 2013

Breaking Dawn

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2 lands seven nominations for Teen Choice Awards

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2 lands seven nominations for Teen Choice Awards

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2 looks set for one last hurrah after landing seven nominations for the 2013…

By Young Hollywood StaffMay 23, 2013

Amanda Seyfrieds Funky art Project

Amanda Seyfried's funky art project with James Franco

Amanda Seyfried's funky art project with James Franco

Actors Amanda Seyfried and James Franco made light of reports they were dating by teaming up to create homemade…

By Young Hollywood StaffDec 14, 2012

Royce

Lady Gaga poses with her parents standing proudly beside a classic white Rolls-Royce car

LADY GAGA BUYS PARENTS A ROLLS-ROYCE

Lady Gaga brought her dad to tears after presenting him with a luxury car on her…

Mar 3, 2012

Dave Franco

One to Watch: Dave Franco

One to Watch: Dave Franco

Watch your back, James Franco! The ever-busy actor, director, screenwriter, author, painter, documentarian,…

By Young Hollywood StaffAug 19, 2011

Apes Prequel

James Franco for Apes Prequel

James Franco for Apes Prequel

The Spider-Man actor h...

By Young Hollywood StaffMay 21, 2010

TV Shows

Series

Chris Pine to play Robert F. Kennedy in mini-series

Chris Pine to play Robert F. Kennedy in mini-series

Chris Pine has been cast to portray U.S. Attorney General and senator Robert F. Kennedy in a new mini-series....

By Young Hollywood StaffSep 5, 2017

Watch Yahoo! Series Other Space!

5 Reasons to Binge-Watch Yahoo! Series "Other Space"!

5 Reasons to Binge-Watch Yahoo! Series "Other Space"!

“Other Space” is a show that came out last month on the growing free streaming service called Yahoo!

By Kevin DonaldsonMay 16, 2015

News Show

Prince Michael interviews James Franco for news show

Prince Michael interviews James Franco for news show

Michael Jackson's eldest son Prince Michael has turned TV correspondent to interview actors James Franco and Zach Braff…

By Young Hollywood StaffFeb 19, 2013