Explore the frontrunners, contenders, and long shots in the 2025 Oscars race. From Best Picture nominations to Best Director, Actor, and Actress predictions, get an in-depth look at the films likely to dominate the Academy Awards. Stay ahead with our evolving analysis of this year’s awards season.

Discover Variety's 2025 Directors to Watch, featuring rising talents like Coralie Fargeat, Malcolm Washington, and Halina Reijn. Get a glimpse of the filmmakers making waves in the industry and their upcoming projects, including 'The Substance,' 'The Piano Lesson,' and 'Babygirl.'

Rachel Zegler takes a night off from Broadway to attend the New York City premiere of her new A24 movie, Y2K. The film, a millennial-themed comedy thriller about two high schoolers caught up in a wild New Year's Eve, premieres in theaters on December 6th.

Daniel Craig and Luca Guadagnino, known for their collaboration on Queer, are reuniting for Sgt. Rock at DC Studios. Directed by Guadagnino and written by Justin Kuritzkes, this project is part of the new wave of DC films set to reshape the superhero landscape. Expected release details and plot insights inside.

Josh O'Connor will star alongside Emily Blunt in Steven Spielberg's next blockbuster film, set for release on May 15, 2026. Based on a story by Spielberg and scripted by David Koepp, the film also stars Colin Firth, Colman Domingo, and Eve Hewson. Plot details are under wraps, but the star-studded cast and Spielberg's involvement promise an epic cinematic event.

Discover the powerful journey of Diane Warren, one of America’s most prolific songwriters, in the documentary ‘Diane Warren: Relentless,’ directed by Bess Kargman. Catch the NYC premiere at DOC NYC 2024 with screenings at Village East by Angelika and IFC Center, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. Learn about Warren’s rebellious childhood, her rise to fame, and the experiences shared by America’s top singers in this music-rich portrait.

Explore Miriam Guttmann's documentary "Front Row," which follows the United Ukrainian Ballet Company as they prepare for a performance amidst the backdrop of war. This detailed review delves into the dancers' resilience, the inclusion of Ukrainian soldier Oleksandr Budko, and how art intersects with conflict. Discover the powerful story of survival and expression in this 4/5 star-rated documentary.

Explore the inspiring story of Kenneth Cole in the documentary A MAN with SOLE, directed by Dori Berinstein. Discover how Cole used fashion as a platform for advocacy over four decades, covering topics like HIV/AIDS, mental health, and LGBTQIA+ rights. Premiering at DOC NYC 2024, the documentary reveals the designer’s tireless dedication to social justice.