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'The Heat 2′ and 'Ride Along 2′ Are Being Set Up Even Though the First Films Haven't Come Out

Damon Houx — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:00:08 +0000

We've been hearing a lot of news about sequels recently (including '21 Jump Street 2' and 'Fast and Furious 7'), but those have been for hit films or are continuing a franchise that has already proved successful enough to rush. Today it's been announced that studios are working on sequels for 'The Heat' and 'Ride Along,' two films that haven't even hit theaters yet.

New Images From 'The Heat': Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy Get Rough

Jacob Hall — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:17:18 +0000

There are few films coming out this summer that have us more excited than Paul Feig's 'The Heat,' which looks like it'll be a delightful shot to the arm of the buddy cop genre. Of course, a buddy cop movie is only as good as the actors playing those buddy cops, but a handful of new images from the film have arrived online and they make stars Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy look like the comedy duo to beat this year.

'The Heat' Clip: Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy Deal With an "Awfully Heavy" Crook

Jacob Hall — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:38:53 +0000

Just when we thought we couldn't be more excited for 'The Heat,' a new clip pops up online and reminds us that this looks like the comedy to beat this summer. Let's be honest here: how could you not be looking forward to a buddy cop comedy starring Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy and directed by Paul Feig? Your answer to that will determine whether or not you like laughing.

SNL Takes on 'The Voice'

Jacob Hall — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 16:21:07 +0000

Watching last night's 'Saturday Night Live,' we can't help but wonder how many episodes of 'The Voice' the writers had to watch so they could properly skewer a show they obviously find ridiculous. Although host Melissa McCarthy is technically the lead of the sketch, it's mostly an excuse for the cast to break out their impressions of the singing competition's hosts with some very funny results. Watch it below!

SNL: Melissa McCarthy VS High Heels

Jacob Hall — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 15:35:50 +0000

Last night's 'Saturday Night Live' saw 'Bridesmaids' and 'Identity Thief' star Melissa McCarthy hosting the beloved sketch comedy show for the second time and she entered with a bang. Well, actually a stumble. As the comedienne took the stage for her opening monologue, her choice of footwear sabotaged the whole thing with hilarious results. Watch if for yourself below!

'Saturday Night Live' Review: "Melissa McCarthy"

Britt Hayes — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 14:40:20 +0000

Melissa McCarthy returns for a second time to host ‘SNL,’ but can she give us a better episode than her so-so first outing? Read on to find out! Kim Jong-un on C-SPAN Bobby Moynihan is Kim Jong-un, addressing North Korea about the recent re-opening of the Yongbyon nuclear facility, but the joke is that he’ll [...]

'SNL' Preview: Melissa McCarthy Is More Fun Than Taxes

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:15:08 +0000

NBC may have been busy today with some other big late-night news, but that will all fall by the wayside when 'Identity Thief' and 'Bridesmaids' star Melissa McCarthy returns to the 'SNL' stage for a second time, accompanied by musical guest Phoenix. McCarthy's performance earned praise the first time around despite some lackluster writing, so will lightning strike twice? Find out with the first promos for Melissa McCarthy's 'SNL' turn on April 6!

'SNL' Taps Vince Vaughn to Host, Confirms Melissa McCarthy

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 18:58:29 +0000

'SNL' earned itself quite a bit of good will in this past weekend's dual-hosting turn with national treasure Justin Timberlake, and the streak looks to go even higher in the coming weeks. Not only has NBC confirmed that 'Identity Thief' star Melissa McCarthy will return for her second time hosting on April 6, but upcoming 'The Internship' star Vince Vaughn will also make his second appearance the following week on April 13! Get a sneak peek of upcoming 'SNL' inside!

'SNL' Returns Melissa McCarthy as Host April 6

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:30:50 +0000

With plenty of buzz from this weekend's upcoming Justin Timberlake-hosted installment of 'SNL, the long-running sketch comedy series seems to have gotten the message to stick with its strongest players. Following the success of 'Identity Thief,' Melissa McCarthy will return to the 'SNL' stage for the second time in two years, hosting the April 6 installment, but who will join the 'Mike & Molly' star as musical guest?

'Identity Thief 2′ Already Being Discussed?

Jacob Hall — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:17:53 +0000

'Identity Thief' has been in theaters for less than two weeks and it's already grossed $76 million at the box office, an enormous amount for a modestly budgeted comedy with a known but untested leading lady. Although critics haven't been as kind as audiences, $100 million is a sure thing at this point and we wouldn't rule out $150 million if March is kind to it. So of course Universal has already thought about an 'Identity Thief 2.' They probably thought about it two weeks ago.

Oscars 2013: Salma Hayek, Liam Neeson and More to Present

Eric Walkuski — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 17:41:46 +0000

The Oscars are less than a week away, and the list of presenters continues to grow. The show’s producers, Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, announced a new slew of names today that we can look forward to seeing on Sunday; check out the full list after the break. Actors Salma Hayek Pinault, Melissa McCarthy, Liam Neeson [...]

Weekend Box Office Report: 'Identity Thief' Steals $36 Million

Jacob Hall — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 19:50:51 +0000

Is Melissa McCarthy a movie star yet? The opening weekend of 'Identity Thief' suggests that yes, she is. After all, all of those people weren't flocking to this movie because of Jason Bateman (as delightful as he is). Anyway, all of this pretty much means that McCarthy's asking price just doubled.

'Identity Thief' Review

Jordan Hoffman — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 04:55:52 +0000

Funny is, of course, subjective. I find Woody Allen funny but there are plenty of people who find him about as amusing as being slowly asphyxiated in plastic bags from CVS. Still, I'll hazard to guess that there is no one who will find Melissa McCarthy obnoxiously singing along to Kelis' not-at-all-current "Milkshake" funny. Especially when 'Identity Thief' - a new "comedy" with McCarthy and Jason Bateman - goes to quite successful lengths to make you HATE her character. And you just might wind up hating this movie too.

'The Heat' Red Band NSFW Trailer: Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy Blow Stuff Up

Damon Houx — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:48:58 +0000

Though Melissa McCarthy is on the verge of being overexposed, we're looking forward to her performance in 'The Heat,' which partners her with Sandra Bullock in a buddy cop comedy. The first trailer was good, but the red band trailer is even better.

'Identity Thief' Trailer: Jason Bateman Is Going After Bilbo!

Nick Romano — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 19:42:42 +0000

While we're waiting to see Jason Bateman star alongside his 'Arrested Development' castmates once again for the Netflix debut of the series' fourth season, he's got some Hobbit hunting to do. At least, that's what his character thinks lies ahead in the new 'Identity Thief' trailer, but what he gets is a not-so-Bilbo-like Melissa McCarthy who's ready to sock him in the face at a moment's notice.

'The Heat' Trailer Teams Up Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy

Eric Walkuski — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 19:11:19 +0000

No, this isn't a remake of the De Niro-Pacino classic. 'The Heat' brings Sandra Bullock, perhaps Hollywood's most bankable actress, and 'Bridesmaids' scene-stealer Melissa McCarthy, last year's most unlikely "it girl," together for a raucous buddy comedy that sees the two playing mismatched law enforcers. Can you imagine?!

The trailer for the comedy, directed by McCarthy's 'Bridesmaids' helmer Paul Feig, has just burst onto the internet, and you can watch it here after the break.

Reel Women: Are Plus-Sized Actresses Getting the Roles They Deserve?

Britt Hayes — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 22:30:47 +0000

There seem to be more plus-sized actresses in Hollywood, but are they getting the roles they deserve? With names like Rebel Wilson and Melissa McCarthy becoming more prevalent, we take a look at the roles they've had and if their fame indicates that the tides are changing for the better.

'Identity Thief' Trailer Has Jason Bateman Battling Melissa McCarthy

Damon Houx — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 23:26:27 +0000

Making comedy about a man whose credit line is ruined and is about to go to court for debt because of identity theft seems difficult. It's a nightmare scenario for anyone who's suffered it before. Hopefully Jason Bateman and Melissa McCarthy are enough to make 'Identity Thief' entertaining, and now we've got a trailer for the film.

Melissa McCarthy May Join 'The Hangover Part 3′

Damon Houx — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 02:30:15 +0000

When you have a breakout role, like Melissa McCarthy did in 'Bridesmaids,' it means they're going to throw a lot of cameos and supporting roles at you (it helps that McCarthy was Oscar nominated for her work). Now it looks like the people behind 'The Hangover Part 3' want her for a small role in their movie.

'Lone Ranger' and 'Thor 2′ Among Today's Release Date Shuffle

Damon Houx — Thu, 31 May 2012 22:46:34 +0000

It's easy to see a release date move as just card shuffling, but a movie's success or failure is often linked to when it comes out. Would 'Battleship' and 'Dark Shadows' tanked as hard as they did if they weren't caught in the wake of 'The Avengers?' We now have new release dates for 'The Lone Ranger,' 'Thor 2' 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' and more.

Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy in a Buddy Cop Movie?

Jacob Hall — Sat, 19 May 2012 21:02:02 +0000

Scripts about two cops with divergent methods of upholding the law learning to love and respect each other over the course of a wild and crazy case have always existed. The simple fact of the matter is that the Buddy Cop genre will never die. It will only evolve. It will only find new ways to tweak the formula. It will find new people to play those at-odds police officers. In this case, how about Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy?