Guillermo Del Toro

Networks Prep Another Batch of Superhero Shows

• Jul 5, 2011 07:00 AM ET
• by Michael Schneider

The networks are still holding out for a superhero. While comic-book films Thor, X-Men: First Class and Green Lantern all hit No. 1 at the box office recently (with mixed staying power), TV has been slower to cultivate a new generation of caped crusaders.

But have no fear, citizens of TV land: Help is on the way. Super-heroes play a role in... read more

Christopher Nolan's Memento to Return to Theaters

• Feb 10, 2011 11:43 AM ET
• by Robyn Ross

Christopher Nolan's breakout film Memento is returning to theaters — for one night only.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the movie will hit the big screen to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its release. It will screen Thursday, Feb. 17, at 11 select theaters across the U.S. and Canada.

The Hobbit Finally Gets the Greenlight

• Oct 15, 2010 08:45 PM ET
• by Natalie Abrams

After a long delay, The Hobbit has been given the greenlight, according to The Wrap.

Peter Jackson, who helmed the Lord of the Rings trilogy, has agreed to direct the two-part prequel. In addition, he will serve as... read more

NBC, Bryan Fuller Remaking The Munsters

• Sep 30, 2010 10:06 AM ET
• by Joyce Eng

Time to move back into the Munster Mansion: NBC and Pushing Daisies creator Bryan Fuller are remaking the 1960s classic sitcom The Munsters, Entertainment Weekly reports.

NBC has ordered a pilot for the project, described ...
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Peter Jackson in Negotiations to Direct Hobbit Movies

• Jun 25, 2010 04:20 PM ET
• by Gina DiNunno

Lord of the Rings mastermind Peter Jackson is in talks to direct the two-part prequel The Hobbit, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Guillermo del Toro drops out of The Hobbit

Jackson would replace ... read more