Feature-length animation has been in an exciting and high-quality moment in the modern era, with the wide array of sequels to classic animated franchises, as well as engaging original films that are moving the medium forward. However, the great state of the industry is not only thanks to the successful animated films of the past few years, but also to the array of exciting projects about to be released.

Whether it be the latest releases from tried-and-true classic studios or new faces leaving their mark on the medium, many exceptional animated films are set to come out over the next few years, becoming must-watch experiences for any and all fans. These aren’t the only animated films of note set to premiere soon, but these are some of the most striking and effective releases that audiences need to keep an eye on.

‘Swapped’ – Release Date: May 1st, 2026

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With the vocal talents of Michael B. Jordan and Juno Temple, as well as bringing together a lot of ex-Disney talent, Swapped is setting itself up to be Netflix’s defining animated offering of 2026. The film sees Jordan and Temple as a woodland creature and a majestic bird, who suddenly go from being mortal enemies to unlikely allies as their bodies are suddenly swapped. The duo soon ends up getting a greater understanding of the others’ perspectives as they fight to survive the deadly wilderness.

While the animated offerings of Skydance Animation haven’t exactly blown away audiences yet, Swapped seems to have the exact levels of charm and earnestness required to make for a really impactful animated hit. It’s definitely setting itself up to recapture that sense of Disney magic in a new and engaging way, and especially after his Academy Award win, you simply can’t underestimate the star power and influential pull of Michael B. Jordan.

‘Minions & Monsters’ – Release Date: July 1st, 2026

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Illumination has been one of the most consistent studios for massive blockbuster success in the world of animation, having just had massive box-office success with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Minions & Monsters hopes to follow up on the already lucrative and widely beloved franchise with yet another goofy installment of animated hijinks and mischief. The film sees the Minions getting into all sorts of rambunctious adventures in Hollywood, as well as going on a quest to find some real underworld monsters to use for their movie.

While the series has been perceived as relatively simplistic and basic by some critics, there is a clear passion and love for it, most prominently seen by the previous Minions film, which spawned the massive “gentle minions” trend. While it’s still early to determine whether this film will have a similar trend, it’s certain to deliver the same signature Minions style of humor, potentially becoming a box-office juggernaut in the process.

‘Shrek 5’ – Release Date: June 30th, 2027

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While Shrek was once a titan of an animation franchise during the 2000s, the franchise has been in a large dry spell as DreamWorks prioritized some of its other IPs and original films. However, following the massive success of the spinoff film Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, now is the perfect time for the long-awaited fifth film to strike, with Shrek 5 poised to be yet another box-office smash for the franchise.

However, even more than simply being a new entry in the franchise, the potential for this animated satire feels rife with creative brilliance. The original films were all-time icons of animated comedy movies, being some of the first films that come to mind when considering this specific subgenre. Also to keep in mind is just how much the prospects and culture surrounding Shrek have changed since the last entry, with it feeling all but inevitable for this modern film to comment on that in some way.

‘The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender’ – Release Date: October 9th, 2026

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Even over a decade and a half since its conclusion, Avatar: The Last Airbender remains one of the most celebrated and exceptionally crafted animated series of all time. As such, the prospect of a cinematic continuation of the franchise following the beloved characters into adulthood has all sorts of expectations and hype in following up on a legend of 21st-century animation. The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender hopes to recapture the true magic of the franchise with the same creative forces as that original series.

The film will follow Aang and his friends embarking on a global quest to find an ancient power that has the potential to save his culture from extinction. So many people have wanted to see a continuation of these characters for so long now, as it will certainly be praised and loved by fans if it even comes close to recreating the magic of the original series.

‘Hexed’ – Release Date: November 25th, 2026

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Walt Disney Animation Studios has certainly had more success with their franchise sequels than original films in recent years, yet Hexed seems to be oozing with that sense of charm and likability that makes an original Disney film flourish. Set for the classic Thanksgiving week release, the film will follow an awkward teen discovering that his distinct quirks are actually magical powers, transforming the lives of himself and his mother as they uncover a mysterious magical realm.

Many details are still shrouded in mystery, aside from its distinct mother-son theming and an overwhelming focus on all things magic. It almost feels like a Disney spin on Harry Potter, and considering the fact that the studio hasn’t had an original animated film since the lackluster Wish in 2023, this feels like the perfect opportunity to remind audiences that Disney are titans of original animated storytelling.

‘Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse’ – Release Date: June 18th, 2027

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Few animated films of recent memory have been as overwhelmingly praised and influential as the Spider-Verse saga, with many fans waiting with bated breath over the climactic conclusion to the trilogy, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse. The fact that so little has been shown about the film has been stinging fans for years now, considering not only the fact that Across the Spider-Verse ended on a cliffhanger, but the original release date of the film was 2 full years ago in March 2024.

It’s certain to feature the same strikingly beautiful and electrifying animation that made the previous two films such fan-favorites, with the prospects of Miles now being on the run from the Spider Society and facing off against an alternate-universe Prowler version of himself instantly hooking audiences. The film is one of the safest bets as far as brilliant animated films are concerned, as fans are begging that the film not get delayed again.

‘Forgotten Island’ – Release Date: September 25th, 2026

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The next film from DreamWorks Animation will be Forgotten Island. This original story brings together Joel Crawford, director of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, and first-time director Januel Mercado to create a striking, colorful story of friendship, adventure, and memories. The film follows a duo of long-time best friends who find themselves stranded on a fantastical but dangerous island, searching for a way home but possibly having to sacrifice their lifetime of memories together.

From the trailer alone, it’s easy to see that Forgotten Island has the same sense of striking, exceptional animation that made The Last Wish such a surprise fan-favorite. Combining this animation style with some entertaining original characters and a vast island of creative potential of its premise seems to be a recipe for some genuinely great animation that perfectly exemplifies the strengths of modern DreamWorks. It certainly has the potential to be a perfect DreamWorks movie if it can effectively recreate the charm of The Last Wish.

‘Ally’ – Release Date: 2027

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Ally acts as a massive rarity within the animation industry, seeing the absolutely legendary South Korean filmmaker Bong Joon Ho making the jump to animation. Considering just how creative and brilliantly original his filmmaking has been in the likes of Parasite, Memories of Murder, and Mickey 17, the concept of Bong creating an animated film is as shocking as it is exciting. The film is still a far way out, but its very existence and production is cause for excitement, especially after the first look release of the main character’s baby blue design.

Ally follows a lovable squid dreaming of becoming the star of a wildlife documentary, but those plans of stardom come to a sudden halt when an aircraft sinks into the ocean, threatening the safety of the peaceful maritime world. From the premise alone, it’s easy to see how Bong can utilize his signature themes of class and capitalistic greed throughout this story, while simultaneously imbuing it with the charm and lovability that animation can provide.

‘Toy Story 5’ – Release Date: June 19th, 2026

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No singular franchise of computer-animated films has been as simultaneously influential and critically praised as the Toy Story films. The prospect of additional sequels following the legendary ending of Toy Story 3 still feels weird, but it doesn’t take away any of the must-watch qualities of Toy Story 5. The film sees the toys having to deal with the difficulties of technology, with Bonnie receiving a tablet that has put their jobs out of commission.

While some are wary about such a direct anti-technology message, if any franchise is going to tackle this topic with grace and care, it’s going to be Toy Story. The animation feels as breathtaking as always, as there is a simple charm and coziness to seeing these beloved characters back on the big screen. It’s up in the air whether the film will live up to the other Toy Story films, but either way, it’s still absolutely the must-watch animated blockbuster of the year.

‘Wildwood’ – Release Date: October 23rd, 2026

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LAIKA has made a name for itself by creating some of the most beautifully crafted stop-motion animated films of the modern era, with layered storytelling that appeals to children and adults alike. However, the studio hasn’t released a film since 2019’s Missing Link, with their upcoming Wildwood finally looking like a return to form for the legendary animation studio. The film is setting itself up to be the studio’s most ambitious film to date, a sprawling adventure with massive stakes that pushes stop-motion to its absolute limits.

The film follows a girl’s desperate quest to save her baby brother as they travel through a forbidden forest filled with magical creatures, lovable allies, and dangerous enemies. Her quest will have massive ramifications as this entire magical realm threatens to fall out of balance if she fails. Large chunks of the film are still shrouded in mystery, but LAIKA has such an exceptional track record that it’s impossible to imagine Wildwood being anything less than a work of art.

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Season 15 of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” has ended, with the exception of the three-part reunion. Now, in a newly released clip, Dorit Kemsley can be seen defending her lavish spending habits to Kyle Richards, as seen on the show, when she purchased a $4,000 purse. This comes after reports that her California mansion is currently in pre-foreclosure.

Part one of the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” season 15 reunion airs on Bravo on April 23. Now, an extended look at the episode shows Kemsley defending herself to Richards. She said in the clip, “I spent $4,000 in one of Rachel’s friends’ shops that they cleared for us to shop. Nobody bought anything but me. I didn’t want us to go into that shop and not buy anything.”

After that, Kemsley told her “RHOBH” co-star that she can afford to spend that amount and that she’s “very lucky to.” The mom of two continued, “Being judged by you, having you go and speak to the group about, ‘Oh, it’s a lot of money she’s spending.’ Kyle, especially, from you of all people.”

Kyle Richards Shaded Dorit’s Finances In The ‘RHOBH’ Reunion Clip

Richards and Kemsley continued their confrontation, with the former of the two saying, “By the way, I’m not in the same financial position as you, I’m sorry.” After that, Kemsley wondered how Richards would know about her “financial position,” before Erika Jayne chimmed in, “Well, the house is being foreclosed on.”

Towards the end of the clip, Kemsley stated that she hopes things remain amicable between Richards and her estranged husband, Mauricio Umansky. This came after she asked if Richards had knowledge of her finances due to their exes being friends.

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She then issued a warning, saying, “I hope to God nothing turns, but if and when it does, and you’re dealing with what I have had to deal with, maybe you’ll find it difficult to sit in rooms in conversations when you’re busting at the seams, and you wanna actually be talking to your girlfriends only to have people judging you.”

‘RHOBH’ Fans Are Reacting To Dorit & Kyle

Kemsley and her problems with Richards were one of the main storylines of “RHOBH” season 15. Because of this, fans are weighing in on their confrontation at the reunion, with opinions divided on their fallout.

One person said on X, “All of this is true, but both of them are pretty well off and probably can afford to spend thousands of dollars at a time. So I’m not sure what point Kyle was trying to make. With Kyle, I never know what’s real and what’s performative.”

Someone else defended Kemsley, saying, “Dorit is just venting about how hard she has been talked about while trying to have fun, and her expectations of Kyle NOT showing up but Kyle talking about Dorit’s issues behind her back is what Dorit is most upset about.”

A different fan called out Richards, stating, “Kyle has gotten uglier; her behavior is a sad reflection of her character now.” Lastly, a different X user said, “Erika is making snide comments about foreclosure when she can barely afford her glam team.”

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Dorit’s Home Is Reportedly In Pre-Foreclosure

RadarOnline reported in March 2026 that Kemsley’s home was in pre-foreclosure. This followed two lenders filing default notices in January. One company, Tanka LLC, is said to have loaned Kemsley and her estranged husband $600k, while the other, Private Money Solutions, reportedly gave them access to $150,000.

The legal filing claims that no payment has been made since September 2025. If not settled, the home could enter into non-judicial foreclosure, meaning the lenders could foreclose at any time.

It’s also important to note that another lender, Prime Recon LLC, filed a default notice in December 2025. They are allegedly owed $5,196,750 for the overall mortgage and $294,321 in repayments and various penalties. The company claims it was not paid between April and December 2025.

The ‘RHOBH’ Star Discussed Her Home’s Status

Kemsley appeared on Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live” in March 2026. While on, Andy Cohen asked the “RHOBH” star about the reports concerning her home. In response, she stated that her estranged husband,Paul “PK” Kemsley, was supposed to be responsible for the mortgage payments.

According to her, “Well, that is something that I learned a few weeks before everyone else learned. As we discussed at the reunion, it was something PK was in charge of. I didn’t know it was not being paid.”

Kemsley added, “We’ve since spoken, and he agreed to bring it up to date. And then we’re gonna put the house on the market, and then the kids and I will find a new home.”

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Victoria Beckham is embracing her fifties fabulously, as the fashion designer and Spice Girls member recently shared her thoughts on turning 52.

During a recent interview, Beckham expressed a positive outlook about growing older and noted that aging means she is fully in control of her opinions.

While appearing on “Today with Jenna & Sheinelle” on Tuesday, April 21, Victoria Beckham offered a candid response when asked how she feels about aging, as the mother of four celebrated her 52nd birthday on April 17.

“I feel like I’m in a really good place,” Beckham admitted. “I think the great thing about getting older, you genuinely care less about what people think. 

“You accept who you are, you embrace who you are,” she continued. “You make the best of what you’ve got. You look in the mirror, and you go, ‘OK,’ you look at what’s OK versus focusing on what you don’t like.” 

On Instagram, the soccer legend posted a collection of sentimental photos of himself and his wife, along with a heartfelt message.

“Happy Birthday to the one & only Posh Spice,” David Beckham’s caption began. “We love you so much, and we will make sure you have the most special day because as the best Wife, Mum, friend & of course, gym partner, you deserve to. Happy Birthday, We Love You.”

Victoria Beckham, clearly touched by the gesture, responded to the post in the comments, writing, “I love you so much.”

He wasn’t done, as David also took to his Instagram Stories to share another birthday message for his long-time wife.

“To my working-class wife, happy birthday. We love you. Be honest,” which is a humorous nod to their viral interaction in David’s Netflix documentary, where they discussed Victoria’s wealthy family background.

Victoria Recently Discussed Her Close Bond With David

The couple, who have been married for 27 years, have captivated fans since they began dating at the height of her Spice Girls fame.

“You know, myself and David, we’re so close and we have incredible people around us,” Victoria said recently on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle. “We’re close to my parents and David’s parents. We support each other through everything that we do.” 

“We’ve grown together. And that’s where I feel so blessed. We really have grown together,” she added. “We support each other. We’ve both got big dreams. We’re both very, very ambitious, and we support each other. I want him to be the best version of himself, and that’s what he wants for me.”

The Beckham Family Has Remained A United Front Amid Fallout With Brooklyn Beckham

Victoria and David, along with their children Cruz, Romeo, and Harper, have remained a united front publicly and privately following Brooklyn Beckham’s distance from them.

In the bombshell posts he made earlier this year, calling out his family’s behavior, Brooklyn ended his messages by making it abundantly clear that he has no current interest in repairing his fractured relationship with his family.

“I have been silent for years and have made every attempt to keep these matters private,” Brooklyn wrote in multiple messages posted to his Instagram Stories.

“Unfortunately, my parents and their team have continued to go to the press, leaving me with no choice but to speak for myself and tell the truth about only some of the lies that have been printed,” he continued.

Brooklyn made his stance clear with his family moving forward. “I do not want to reconcile with my family. I’m not being controlled, I’m standing up for myself for the first time in my life.”

He also hurled accusations that his mom, Victoria, “hijacked” the first dance at his wedding by dancing “inappropriately” and making him feel “uncomfortable” and “humiliated.”

Victoria Beckham Addressed The Issues Publicly After Months Of Silence

In an interview with the Wall Street Journal on April 16, Victoria Beckham addressed the deep family rift but stopped short of mentioning son Brooklyn by name.

“All we’ve ever tried to do is protect our children and love our children. And you know, that’s all I really want to say about it,” she stated. 

Brooklyn initially took his feud with his family public due to long-simmering issues involving his wife and her relationship with his parents.

Bob Odenkirk has opened up about the frightening aftermath of his 2021 heart attack, revealing that the event completely wiped his memory for an entire week.

The actor earlier explained that he had this experience where he saw his life flash before his eyes, saying he felt a “lingering joy” when he regained consciousness.

However, the experience changed Bob Odenkirk’s perspective as he realized death is an inevitable clause of life.

Bob Odenkirk appeared on the “Inside of You” podcast with Michael Rosenbaum, where he shared details about the 2021 heart attack he suffered while on the set of “Better Call Saul.”

According to Fox News Digital, the 63-year-old actor said that the experience left him with no memory for almost a week, adding that it was his daughter who helped him get his cognitive abilities back.

Speaking about the issue to Rosenbaum, Odenkirk recalled how the experience was even more “dangerous” because he was far away from the set on adherence to COVID-19 protocols and “all the people who would hear someone screaming were across the floor of a giant studio.”

Things were seemingly compounded by the fact that everyone thought his castmates Rhea Seehorn and Patrick Fabian were laughing.

He recalled walking to an exercise bike and started feeling uneasy, telling Seahorn he wasn’t feeling good before everything “turned gray and worse things happened.”

Bob Odenkirk Recalls Being Unable To Remember Anything After Suffering A Heart Attack

Odenkirk was immediately taken to the hospital and underwent surgery the next day, with his family joining him all through. However, he explained that he had no memory of anything until a week after his daughter stepped in.

“My daughter made this dry-erase board that said what happened to me so that I would wake up and see this dry-erase board that: heart, you know, attack, and then to the hospital, and who’s visited me and who’s in town and what day it is because I never had a memory that whole week,” he shared.

Uncertain about what had happened and seemingly confused about his location, he noted he was always asking, “Where are we? Why are you guys at the hospital?”

The Actor Says There’s A Funny Clip Of Him Struggling To Remember Where He Was

The “Breaking Bad” actor said there’s a funny video of him and his wife Naomi took where his kids asked him after his surgery if he knew why he was there.

“And I’m like ‘Cause I heard you guys are here,’” he revealed. “It’s really funny. It’s really, it’s crazy what your brain does. ‘How did you get here?’ ‘I drove here.’”

“You know, like your brain makes up a story about what is going on that suits you,” Odenkirk added about his experience.

The Event Gave The Actor A Fresh Perspective On Life

The event seemingly left a life-changing impression on him as he got to see things from a new perspective.

He admitted that it made him get a new sense of appreciation for the “wonderful things” he has in his world and seemingly helped him with the whole awareness of limited time.”

Odenkirk said it became hard to counteract the feeling of “I’m going to live forever. What movies do I want to make in 30 years?”

“‘Hey man,’” he said he tells himself, “‘you are not making any movies in 30 years. You’re not making them in 10 years. You’re going to be cooked and done. And so, what do you want to do? And how much time do you have left? And how are you going to use it?’”

The “Normal” actor added that it’s hard to look into the mirror and ask himself, “‘I’m 63, you know, my dad lived to 56, you know, I mean, what are you doing with your time? How are you going to use it? How are you going to do the most with it?’”

Bob Odenkirk Felt A ‘Lingering Joy’ Afterwards

Recounting the experience and how Scary it was in a previous interview with Rachel Martin on her “Wild Card” podcast, Odenkirk explained that he didn’t get any out-of-the-world experience like seeing a white flash of light or his life flash before his eyes, or a slideshow of one’s regrets, adding that there was “very little trauma” for him.

However, what he did experience was some sort of “lingering joy” that slowly started slipping away days after he regained consciousness, but then he had to fight and make a mental note of it.

“I have to try to live this way,” he recalled of how he felt. “I have to try to be this – see the world this way. But it – this feeling of the world being pretty magical and beautiful and astounding, a marvel to look at.”

“And I remember thinking, this is the best, and this is how you should feel. This is what life is. This is life. It’s weird. It’s like being – it’s like having that revelation people talk about when they do various psychedelic drugs, but being – but not being on drugs,” he added.

Whew, roommates… sometimes life be life-ing behind the scenes, and what looks picture-perfect on the outside can be telling a whole different story. Kimora Lee Simmons and Tim Leissner have been tied together for years, but it looks like a quiet shift has been happening, leading to divorce documents!

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Kimora & Tim Call It Quits Amid Drama

According to E! Online, Kimora Lee Simmons and her husband Tim Leissner are officially heading for a legal split. Leissner reportedly signed paperwork to initiate their divorce just two days before beginning a two-year prison sentence back in February. He finally filed the documents on April 20, citing “irreconcilable differences” after 12 years of marriage, per PEOPLE. The former Goldman Sachs banker—who pleaded guilty in 2018 to stealing millions from the Malaysian government—married Kimora in March 2014.

Custody, Coins, And Silence

In the filing, Leissner is requesting joint custody of their 11-year-old son, Wolfe, along with spousal support from the Baby Phat founder. He also reportedly asked the court to terminate Kimora’s ability to receive alimony. His attorney confirmed he turned himself in to a federal correctional facility in Pennsylvania on February 6, and records show authorities have scheduled his release for September 2027. Meanwhile, Kimora has yet to publicly respond to the divorce filing, though she previously hinted at changes in her personal life during a December interview, noting that she’s gone through shifts in “jobs, careers… husbands, investments,” adding, “It’s life.”

TBD Split Date, Assets & Fees In Play

More details are continuing to surface, roommates. In his filing, Tim Leissner reportedly listed the couple’s date of separation as “TBD,” despite signing the documents on February 4—just before turning himself in. Beyond custody and support, he’s also asking Kimora Lee Simmons to cover his attorney fees and is making moves to hold on to certain assets, including anything acquired before their marriage, as well as gifts, inheritances, and personal items like jewelry.

The paperwork also indicates that additional assets and obligations remain unidentified. Meanwhile, Leissner—sentenced in May 2025 for his role in the 1MDB scandal—previously issued a public apology, expressing regret for his actions as he serves out his sentence, with a projected release date of September 29, 2027.

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Last week, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit had cause to celebrate, being renewed for a landmark 28th season on NBC. It’s another vote of confidence in a series that has managed to surpass its own parent series, becoming a staple on the network still capable of drawing in fans to this day, despite a cast that has massively evolved since its inception in 1999. Now, though, it’s time for the members of the NYPD’s 16th precinct to get back in the ring — literally. Collider can exclusively share a new sneak peek at Season 27, Episode 18, “Gimmick,” which sends detectives Rollins (Kelli Giddish) and Griffin (Corey Cott) into the world of professional fighting.

In the footage, the two officers take in a violent match involving their target, an amateur fighter who goes by the name of “Razor.” At first, Griffin appears to be getting into it, but the sheer brutality and sickening thuds of every blow wipe the smile off his face. After Razor wins his fight, Rollins and Griffin head back to speak with him about a victim found dead in a hotel. When initially asked about Ian Larkin, he blows their questioning off by calling him a “crackhead who can’t be trusted,” though he quickly becomes defensive when the detectives reveal they know he threatened him, and then completely silent when told of Ian’s fate. He is not pleased when Griffin insinuates that the cuts on his hand came from a different kind of fight than what he does in the ring, though, and after some pushing over why he wanted Ian to keep quiet, he explodes. Rollins is able to get Razor in cuffs, and given his outburst, he hasn’t exactly made the best case for his innocence.

Whether Razor is their man or not, the fact that he had some secret he desperately wanted to keep under wraps means he’ll have an important role to play in the precinct’s latest case. The whole team will be involved throughout the operation to catch whoever is responsible and ultimately bring them to justice. Separate from Rollins and Griffin’s work, though, Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) will be trying to convince another victim to come forward for the sake of his friend. Coming off a brief hiatus last week, it’s certainly shaping up to be a packed return for the long-running spin-off.

The ‘Law & Order’ Franchise Has Experienced Highs and Lows of Late

SVU‘s renewal assures that the Law & Order brand will continue to be a part of NBC’s plans in the near future, with Ice-T, Peter Scanavino, Kevin Kane, and Aimé Donna Kelly all still starring with Hargitay, Cott, and Giddish. It’s now set to reach the 600-episode mark with Season 28, firmly within striking distance of Gunsmoke‘s long-held primetime drama record of 635. The news hasn’t been all positive for fans of the Dun Dun franchise, though. Alongside the news of SVU‘s continuation came word that Christopher Meloni‘s spin-off, Law & Order: Organized Crime, would be ending after five seasons. The mothership series also remains on the bubble after 25 seasons. Major changes could be coming to Dick Wolf‘s universe, but, at the very least, Benson’s team isn’t going anywhere.

Law & Order: SVU Season 27, Episode 18 premieres tomorrow, April 23, on NBC. Check out our exclusive sneak peek in the player above.

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This summer is lining up to be a huge year for movies, and while there are plenty of projects with big stars and directors behind them, perhaps no film has as much anticipation behind it as The Odyssey. The Odyssey, which will be released in theaters on July 17, is set to be an epic retelling of Homer’s classic tale, with all the support of a big blockbuster studio film behind it. Not only has Universal Pictures assembled one of the most impressive casts in Hollywood history to star in The Odyssey, but the film was written and directed by Christopher Nolan. Nolan is fresh off the most successful movie of his career with Oppenheimer, which grossed nearly $1 billion at the box office before collecting a mountain of hardware at the 2024 Academy Awards.

While Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of The Odyssey is set to wow audiences around the world this summer, it isn’t the only version of the story that’s getting the feature film treatment. News broke this afternoon that legendary film producer Jerry Bruckheimer is adapting Epic, the viral musical retelling of The Odyssey that’s exploded on social media recently. Bruckheimer’s Epic movie is going to be animated, and while no cast members or creatives have been announced, the film is reportedly going to be shopped around to studios as soon as next week. Wherever Epic lands, with its massive audience, it has all the potential to be a massive hit with Bruckheimer involved. Bruckheimer has been behind other successful epics like Top Gun: Maverick, F1, and Pirates of the Caribbean, and he’s widely considered one of the most famous movie producers of all time.

Who Stars in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’?

The primary lead in The Odyssey is Matt Damon, who has been tasked with playing the titular Odysseus. Damon previously starred in a supporting role for Nolan in Oppenheimer, but now he’s going to get his chance in the spotlight. Surrounding Damon in The Odyssey cast are a plethora of stars, including Tom Holland as Telemachus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Robert Pattinson as Antinous, Zendaya as Athena, Charlize Theron as Calypso, Jon Bernthal as Menelaus, Benny Safdie as Agamemnon, Mia Goth as Melantho, and John Leguizamo as Eumaeus. Also cast in The Odyssey in undisclosed roles as Lupita Nyong’o, Logan Marshall-Green, Elliot Page, Ryan Hurst, James Remar, Samantha Morton, and Josh Stewart.

Stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of both Epic and The Odyssey.

Christina Snow is reportedly recovering after her alleged boyfriend, Shamar Elkins, shot her and their three children on Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana. Snow’s cousin recently revealed she’s suffering from a lodged bullet in her face, memory loss and deep grief.

Snow is one of the two women Shamar Elkins shot who survived, while eight children died of gunshot wounds. What exactly happened is still under investigation, despite Elkins reportedly dying following a police pursuit. The mass shooting is reportedly the deadliest in the U.S. since January 2024.

RELATED: Police Reveal Details About Louisiana Man Who Shot Wife, His 7 Children, Another Woman & Child (UPDATE)

Shamar Elkins’ Alleged Girlfriend & Wife Had Kids The Same Age And Lived Close To Each Other 

According to the New York Post, Christina Snow and Shamar Elkins had three kids together: 11-year-old Sariahh Snow, 6-year-old Khedarrion Snow and 5-year-old Braylon Snow. NBC News reports that Elkins’ rampage started at Snow’s house, which is located on Harrison Street, in Shreveport, Louisiana. At around 6 a.m. Snow reportedly called 911 and said her boyfriend had shot her and taken their children out of the home, per Police Chief Wayne Smith’s statement on Monday.

Christina Snow’s home appears to be about two streets away from that of Shamar Elkins’ wife, Shaneiqua Pugh. He and Pugh were legally married at the time of the shootings. However, they were reportedly due in court on Monday, one day after the shooting, pending a separation Pugh allegedly requested.

It’s unclear whether the wife and alleged girlfriend were aware of one another. Several of their children overlap in ages. Pugh and Shamar shared four daughters, 7-year-old Layla Pugh, 6-year-old Kayla Pugh, 5-year-old Shayla Elkins and 3-year-old Jayla Elkins. Shamar fatally shot all four daughters, and his wife’s 10-year-old nephew, Mar’Kaydon Pugh, who had been staying at their marital home on West 79th Street. In total, 8 children died at that location, with police finding one body on the home’s roof.

Also, Shamar reportedly shot most of the kids in the head, including while several of them were asleep. Meanwhile, Shaneiqua Pugh suffered a gunshot wound to the face and remains hospitalized, per NBC. Additionally, a teenager whose relation is unclear survived. However, the teen suffered injuries after falling off the home’s roof during the shooting.

Christina Snow’s Cousin Talks About Her Condition And Shamar’s Relationship With His Kids

Jamarckus Snow spoke to NBC News on Tuesday, calling the Louisiana mass shooting “devastating.” The cousin revealed that, per Christina’s mother, Shamar Elkins shot Christina in the face and the bullet went through her nose. The bullet remains lodged in her face, per Jamarckus, who said doctors didn’t want to risk surgery.

While Christina can speak, she is allegedly experiencing memory issues and sometimes forgets that her three children recently died. He claimed that she woke up on Monday and said, “I got to get my kids ready for school,” seemingly forgetting what had happened. “One day, she’ll know and the next day, she’s thinking her kids is still there,” Jamarckus shared, per convos with Christina’s mom.

“All she worked for was her kids and all she talked about was her kids,” Jamarckus Snow said.

Snow’s cousin clarified to NBC News that he didn’t know much about her relationship with Elkins. However, he recalled that Shamar had previously attended family gatherings, though that hadn’t been the case in years. Still, the cousin claimed he’d see Shamar in the neighborhood from time to time.

“He would distance himself from people, like he wasn’t the person that would just come out and talk to you. He would sit to himself or he would go sit in the car,” Jamarckus shared with NBC. Also adding, “The times I did see him or I did go by her house or something, he had the kids…He spent time with them, he was there for them. I can’t say that he didn’t love his kids because he did. It was unexpected.” 

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