“Get busy living or get busy dying.” A stage version of the classic prison movie The Shawshank Redemption is coming to The Gaiety Theatre in Dublin this May. Based on Stephen King’s novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption, the play will premiere in the Irish capital following a successful UK tour that began last autumn. […]

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Huge news for fans of the modern classic. Man on Fire, the 1980 novel previously made into a beloved movie starring Denzel Washington, is being adapted again for Netflix as a TV show. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the streamer has issued a straight-to-series, eight-episode order for the project. It will be based on the […]

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Tá leagan Béarla den alt seo ar fáil anseo. Bígí réidh chun caoineadh arís… Tá leabhar úr scríofa ag an údar cáiliúil Éireannach Colm Tóibín a leanann Brooklyn, úrscéal a bhí aistrithe ina scannán an-rathúil le Saoirse Ronan. Díríonn an scéal ar bhean óg Éireannach, Eilís Lacey a théann ar imirce go Brooklyn go luath […]

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Liv Tyler is returning as Betty Ross. Having not appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe since her role in 2008’s The Incredible Hulk, Liv Tyler is returning to the franchise. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the actress has joined the cast of Captain America: New World Order to reprise her role as scientist Dr Betty […]

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Get ready to cry your eyes out all over again… Acclaimed Irish author Colm Tóibín has written a sequel to his award-winning 2009 novel Brooklyn, which was famously adapted into a hit movie starring Saoirse Ronan. Both the original book and its film focus on young Irish woman Eilis Lacey who emigrates to Brooklyn in […]

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There are also rumours an It’s Always Sunny cast member may be joining the cast. The White Lotus is heading to Thailand for its much-anticipated third season, according to various outlets. First reported by Variety, multiple sources close to the production told the magazine that – though production on season three has not yet commenced […]

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Sounds like a must-play for those wanting to prove their movie buff status at parties. As part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, Rotten Tomatoes has announced the launch of its very first card game. Titled Rotten Tomatoes: The Card Game, the review aggregation website says the game challenges up to 20 people on their ability to […]

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The much-loved character was involved in many major storylines. Having patrolled the streets of Carrigstown as Detective John Deegan for over 20 years, Fair City star Tommy O’Neill has announced he is leaving the show. During his time on the RTÉ soap throughout the past two decades, O’Neill’s much-loved character Deegan was involved in a […]

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How many of these have you seen? In order to mark its 25th anniversary, Rotten Tomatoes recently released a list of the most major movies for the review-aggregation website since its inception. Highlighting a number of films that reached significant milestones on the site or during its run, among the achievements was ‘most streamed movie […]

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It won three Oscars and holds a 94% Rotten Tomatoes score. Need something to watch this Monday evening? Well, Amazon Prime Video has just added a bunch of massive movies, including last year’s best comedy. Plus, Succession returns today for its fourth and final season. But for more options, here are the films on TV […]

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Tickets go on general sale this week. Ricky Gervais is taking Armageddon, his new stand-up show tour, to Dublin with a date at the 3Arena. The British comedian has already visited some of the biggest venues in Europe and the UK across the tour but has just announced further arena gig dates for 2023, including […]

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The answer may surprise you. To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Rotten Tomatoes has unveiled a list of the most major movies for the review-aggregation website since its inception. Highlighting a number of films that reached significant milestones on the site or during its run, one of the achievements is ‘highest Tomatometer score with at least […]

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Underappreciated at the time of its release, it is streaming on Disney+ now. In 2012, filmmaker Danny Boyle must have felt on top of the world. Having already directed the bonafide classics Shallow Grave, Trainspotting and 28 Days Later, he had rebounded from the commercial flop of Sunshine (another great but underappreciated movie) with 2008’s […]

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John Wick: Chapter 4 is in cinemas now. After much anticipation and to the delight of action movie fans everywhere, the latest installment in the John Wick franchise has arrived in theatres. Given the occasion, we’ve prepared the following quiz all about its star – the beloved acting legend Keanu Reeves. Can you get a […]

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Relax this Sunday with a good quiz. With our latest quiz, JOE is testing our readers’ knowledge regarding current events in the world of entertainment, including an upcoming Cillian Murphy movie, Netflix’s new action thriller series and more. Consisting of five questions, you can take the quiz below. Related links: The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: […]

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It is claimed that it will be Nolan’s longest movie to date. There is no doubt that the biggest date in movie lovers’ calendars this year should be 21 July, the day in which both Greta Gerwig’s Barbie and Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer arrive in Irish cinemas. That said, those planning a double bill of the […]

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In keeping with the show, the explanation is quite meta. Since the smash hit sci-fi animation’s first season all the way back in 2013, Rick and Morty’s opening credits have included a sequence in which a large Cthulhu-like creature chases the show’s characters Rick, Morty and Summer. In the intro – which can be watched […]

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It was made by the directors of The Big Lebowski, Fargo and No Country for Old Men. Looking for something to watch this Saturday tonight? Well, the second season of the mystery-thriller series Yellowjackets has just premiered on Paramount+. Christina Ricci and Melanie Lynskey discuss Yellowjacket's biggest unsolved mysteries ahead of Season 2 kicking off […]

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Kick off your weekend right with a quiz. JOE is back with another one of our daily quizzes, this time testing readers on the latest entertainment news surrounding Chris Martin, Tommy Wiseau and more. Five questions await you below. But can you get a perfect score? Related links: The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: Week 339 […]

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The project is the first feature film to be directed by Wiseau since The Room, which is famously regarded as being one of the worst movies of all time. A new trailer has hit the web for Big Shark, Tommy Wiseau’s first feature film directorial effort since making what is commonly regarded as one of […]

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It was one of the many movies that saw its release impacted by Covid-19. At last, Friday is here. And if you’re staying in tonight, why not kick back and relax with a good movie? Here are the films on TV this evening. John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum – E4 – 9pm With John […]

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In 2012, it took the top spot in Sight & Sound’s Greatest Films of All Time poll. A remake of Alfred Hitchcock’s psychological thriller masterpiece Vertigo is in the works, with Robert Downey Jr reportedly in talks to take on the lead role. For those not aware, the 1958 film starred James Stewart as San Francisco […]

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While the hunt for Ryan Tubridy’s successor continues, RTÉ has unveiled who will be on the show this week. Following Ireland’s victory at the Six Nations last weekend, among the guests on The Late Late Show this week will be a trio of our Grand Slam Heroes – Andrew Porter, Dan Sheehan and Josh van […]

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It features an Oscar-nominated lead performance. Thinking of kicking back with a movie tonight? Well, here are the films on TV this evening. Cast Away – Film4 – 9pm This acclaimed survival drama sees Tom Hanks play a man stranded on an uninhabited island after a plane crash. The Way Back – AMC – 9pm […]

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Williams wound up winning the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor with the part. One of the most beloved movies of all time is the 1997 drama Good Will Hunting, which was written by and stars Ben Affleck and Matt Damon and features Robin Williams in arguably his most acclaimed role. Playing Dr. Sean Maguire – […]

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We’ll be waiting a while for the new episodes. Earlier this month, The Last of Us wrapped up its first season, becoming one of the most acclaimed shows of recent years. The post-apocalyptic video game adaptation mostly takes place 20 years after a mass infection sparked a global pandemic, with victims of the disease transforming […]

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We’ll be hoping Tommy Shelby makes an appearance in the space opera. Steven Knight, the creator of Peaky Blinders, is set to write a screenplay for a new Star Wars movie, according to reports. Variety states that the untitled feature is expected to be among the first films in the franchise since 2019’s divisive The […]

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The die-hard Mission: Impossible fans should love this. One of the most highly anticipated blockbusters in recent memory, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning will be released in two parts, with the first coming out in July 2023 and the second set for release in June 2024. The reason movie fans are so excited for the […]

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A number of Gardaí have been arrested. An Garda Síochána has confirmed that a number of gardaí have been arrested as part of an investigation into the alleged extortion of food delivery workers. The Irish Times reports that the arrests came after the launch of a probe in 2021 by the Garda Anti-Corruption Unit. This […]

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A sequel to the movie is out in cinemas this weekend, meaning there is no better time to catch up with the original. Need a movie to watch this evening? Well, Prime Video has just added a number of big films, including one of the most underappreciated films of this decade. However, for more options, […]

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It was made by a great director and features two massive stars. Just last year saw the release of Three Thousand Years of Longing, legendary filmmaker George Miller’s follow-up to Mad Max: Fury Road, starring Idris Elba and Oscar-winner Tilda Swinton. Boasting one of the most intriguing premises of recent memory, the movie follows a […]

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It’s based on a novel by Irish writer Claire Keegan, whose story Foster was adapted into the Oscar-nominated An Cailín Ciúin. As we wait with great anticipation for Christopher Nolan’s epic Oppenheimer to arrive in cinemas, its star Cillian Murphy has lined up a new project – an adaptation of Claire Keegan’s acclaimed novel Small […]

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The critically acclaimed sci-fi earned great reviews upon release in 2014, though not many have seen it. Need a movie to watch tonight? Well, Amazon Prime Video has just added 10 big ones to its library. However, if none of these are for you, here are the films on TV this evening. School of Rock […]

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The latest Lotto jackpot winner will receive nearly €4 million. A small town in Meath is celebrating its second Lotto jackpot success in just six months. This follows the National Lottery revealing that Duleek was the location of the €3,987,540 jackpot win last Saturday (18 March). Located in the centre of the Meath village, Bowe’s […]

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Good Burger 2 will shoot this summer. A sequel to the cult classic comedy movie Good Burger starring Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell is officially in the works. Released in 1997, Good Burger was a spin-off of the Nickelodeon sketch comedy series All That and follows two teenagers (Kenan and Kel) who try to save […]

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The show will star Jude Law. The Daniels, the directors behind this year’s Oscar best picture winner Everything Everywhere All At Once, are working on an upcoming Star Wars series, according to reports. Titled Skeleton Crew, the show will star Jude Law and comes from creators Christopher Ford and Jon Watts (Spider-Man Homecoming). While specific […]

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If you missed the first season of arguably the best mystery show on TV, now is the time to catch up. Yellowjackets is returning for its second season later this month, which means now is definitely the time for those who have not watched the show yet to catch up. The series focuses on a […]

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“It was always intended. I didn’t really believe it was going to happen.” Superhero sequel Shazam! Fury of the Gods landed in cinemas on Friday. And with people now having had the chance to check out the movie in theatres, this article does get into spoilers regarding the blockbuster. So, if you have not watched […]

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For the weekend that’s in it… St. Patrick’s Day has come and gone for another year. And for those looking for something to do after days of celebrating, we’ve got just the thing. Given that it is the weekend of our patron saint, we’ve prepared a quiz based on famous actors that also go by […]

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It has a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score. Staying in this St. Patrick’s Day evening? Well, you can learn about JOE’s latest “must-watch at home” in the video below. This week's Must-Watch at home… is a brand new series that, despite not being a horror, will likely be scarier than anything else you'll see this year. […]

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The Oscar nominee put out a heartfelt St. Patrick’s Day video. St Patrick’s Day is finally here, a day in which Irish culture is celebrated around the world. However, you would struggle to find as lovely a tribute to Ireland as that published by Oscar-nominated actor Richard E. Grant on Friday morning. In a video […]

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The recent first-time Oscar nominees could be sharing the screen together very soon. Barry Keoghan is in talks to star alongside Paul Mescal in the upcoming sequel to Gladiator. The original was released in 2000 and starred Russell Crowe as Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general reduced to slavery after being betrayed by Emperor Commodus […]

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The voluntary ban will be in effect until 4 pm. Gardaí have confirmed that a voluntary alcohol ban in Dublin’s city centre will be in effect until 4 pm this St. Patrick’s Day. The Irish Times reports that off-licences or supermarket off-licences in the city centre between Parnell Square and St. Stephen’s Green will sell […]

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It won Best Documentary Feature at the Academy Awards last weekend. Amazon Prime Video has just added 11 huge movies to its library but if you need more to watch this Wednesday evening, here are the films airing on TV. The Equalizer 2 – Film4 – 9pm Man of the moment Pedro Pascal appears in […]

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[Ghostface voice] “What’s your favourite Scream movie?” Scream VI has finally arrived in Irish cinemas in what is great news for fans of the long-running and self-aware slasher series. As usual for the franchise, the new entry boasts a stellar cast, including Jasmin Savoy Brown, Jenna Ortega, Mason Gooding and Melissa Barrera – all of […]

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The filmmaker’s last movie will be one of the most anticipated of all time. Legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino has said numerous times throughout his career that he wants to retire from directing movies after making ten. And with the release of his last film – 2019’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood – Tarantino has […]

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According to Liu, Quentin Tarantino was “completely open to it”. This October will mark the 20th anniversary of Kill Bill: Volume 1, the first part of Quentin Tarantino’s martial arts epic and one of the best action movies of all time. So, when JOE recently interviewed one of its stars, Lucy Liu, for her latest […]

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Met Éireann says that its current indications suggest St Patrick’s Day will be “showery”. Met Éireann has issued its national forecast for the next few days and sadly, conditions on St. Patrick’s Day are set to be less than ideal. Before then, according to the Irish meteorological service, Wednesday morning will be cloudy as rain […]

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Meanwhile, Colin said he and his son Henry had “the best time” in the run-up to the awards show. Many in Ireland are sure to be disappointed that Dublin’s own Colin Farrell lost out on the Academy Award for Best Actor for The Banshees of Inisherin to Brendan Fraser in The Whale at the weekend. […]

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It has been described as an epic “in every sense of the word”. In 2014, the original John Wick surpassed all expectations – being released to critical acclaim and a strong box-office return. Starring Keanu Reeves as Wick, a legendary hitman who leaves retirement behind to seek revenge against the men who killed his puppy, […]

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