Latest Karl Urban News
Karl Urban Says Thor: Ragnarok Role Was A No-brainer
Karl Urban says agreeing to play Skurge in 'Thor: Ragnarok' was a no-brainer.The 50-year-old actor was asked by his fellow Kiwi pal Taika Waititi if he'd be up for portraying the Asgardian warrior in the...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 12 August 2022
Idris Elba Confirmed For Star Trek Beyond
Idris Elba will appear in 'Star Trek Beyond'.The 42-year-old star - who was rumoured to be starring as a villain in the sci-fi sequel - confirmed he will be taking up a role in the...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 15 July 2015
Idris Elba In Talks For Star Trek 3
Idris Elba is in talks to play the villain in 'Star Trek 3'.The 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom' actor is in early talks for a role in the latest installment of the sci-fi franchise, Variety...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 March 2015
Karl Urban Replaces Michael C. Hall In Pete's Dragon
New Zealand actor Karl Urban has replaced Michael C. Hall in the upcoming live-action reboot of Pete's Dragon.The former Dexter actor was cast in the film earlier this month (Jan15), but has since dropped out,...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 January 2015
J.j Abrams' 'Almost Human' Won't Go Past Season 1 - Cancelled
It’s been an up and down week for J.J Abrams. He finally announced his cast for his upcoming Star Wars Episode VII sequel, but his show ‘Almost Human’ has been cancelled by Fox, according to...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 April 2014
'Almost Human' Is Almost Worth Getting Exciting About
Almost Human is the latest series from Fringe creator JH Wyman, working under JJ Abrams' Bad Robot banner and airing on Fox last night (17 Nov.). Set 35 years in the future, in a world...
By Joe Wilde in Movies / TV / Theatre on 18 November 2013
Fox's New Series 'Almost Human' Receives Positive Reviews Ahead Of Premiere
Almost Human is set to air on Sunday and Monday (17th and 18th November) in a special two night event. The Fox series has received largely positive reviews from critics ahead of the series premiere.The...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 15 November 2013
Fox Delays 'Almost Human' Premiere To Cash In On Nfl Viewing
Fox has chosen to delay the premiere of its new science fiction series Almost Human. The network has decided to postpone the premiere, originally set for 4th November, until the 17th and 18th when the...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 October 2013
Should Ryan Gosling Be The Next Batman? Actor Favored To Be Caped Crusader
Since it was announced at the San Diego Comic Con over the weekend that Batman will be appearing alongside Superman in the follow-up to this years Man of Steel, the internet has been strife with...
By Joe Wilde in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 July 2013
Karl Urban Pushes For Dredd Sequel
Karl Urban says a 'Dredd' sequel could be happening. The action film, which was released in September last year, performed disappointingly at the box office resulting in production company Lionsgate Entertainment not committing to a...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 July 2013
Judge Dredd "Could Be Gay"... So What?
The comic book world is changing, in line with a, largely, more tolerant society. The last 60 years has seen the biggest steps taken towards greater equality and pop culture not only reflects this, but...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 25 January 2013
Dredd 3d Round-up: Not Everyone Dreads The Judge
Judge Dredd is back! Not literally, but back in cinemas at least after nearly 20 years since Sylvester Stallone graced the screen with his portrayal of the futuristic super cop. The reboot of the franchise...
By Joe Wilde on 21 September 2012
Dredd 3d: Review Round Up. Looking Good!
Dredd 3D hits cinemas in the US on Friday (September 21,2012), so if you’re still undecided as to whether to make the trip down to the theatre, here are some reasons for why, in our...
By Michael West on 21 September 2012
Star Trek Sequel Named
The 'Star Trek' sequel has been named 'Star Trek Into Darkness'.The title of the J.J. Abrams-directed movie - which is due for release in May 2013 - has been registered on various websites, causing fans...
By Bang Showbiz on 11 September 2012
Judge Dredd Rules In Britain
Karl Urban's Judge Dredd revamp has been given a big boost in Britain - the all-action sci-fi blockbuster has rocketed to the top of the box office.The film has become the first 18 certificate movie...
By WENN on 10 September 2012
Karl Urban: Dredd 3d Violence Is Like Clockwork Orange
Karl Urban thinks the violence portrayed in 'Dredd 3D' is similar to 'A Clockwork Orange'. The 40-year-old actor - who portrays Judge Dredd in the forthcoming action movie - admits he ''recoiled'' the first time...
By Bang Showbiz on 06 September 2012
Karl Urban 'Wasn't Prepared' For Demanding Dredd Role
Karl Urban ''wasn't prepared'' for how demanding it would be playing Judge Dredd. The 'Star Trek' actor takes up the role of the all-powerful judge, juror and executioner in forthcoming film 'Dredd', but he didn't...
By Bang Showbiz on 06 August 2012
Karl Urban: Dredd Is Not For 'Bed-wetters'
Karl Urban says his new film 'Dredd' is not for ''bed-wetters''.The 'Stark Trek' actor has warned fans that Pete Travis' take on the comic book classic is not for the faint-hearted and provides a dark...
By Bang Showbiz on 02 August 2012
Karl Urban To Appear In New Riddick Movie
Karl Urban is set to reprise his role of Vaako in the new 'Riddick' movie.The 39-year-old actor played the commander of the all-conquering Necromongers who attempted to kill Vin Diesel's character in 'The Chronicles of...
By Bang Showbiz on 26 September 2011
Zoe Saldana Hints At Romulans In Star Trek 2?
Zoe Saldana has hinted the Romulans may play a part in 'Star Trek 2'. The 32-year-old actress - who played linguistics officer Uhura in the J.J. Abrams-directed take on the 'Star Trek' franchise in 2009...
By Bang Showbiz on 23 May 2011
Karl Urban Confident Of J.j. Abrams' Return To Star Trek
Karl Urban is confident J.J. Abrams will return to direct the 'Star Trek' sequel. The 38-year-old actor will reprise his role as nervous doctor Leonard 'Bones' McCoy in the follow up to 2009's 'Star Trek'...
By Bang Showbiz on 03 May 2011
Pegg Labels Star Trek UK Premiere As 'Geek Dream'
British actor Simon Pegg described the experience of premiering the new Star Trek film in London's West End as a "geek dream".The Hot Fuzz actor, who plays Scotty in JJ Abrams' reboot of the beloved...
By Contributor on 21 April 2009
New Captain Kirk Talks
Chris Pine, the actor set to play Captain Kirk in the upcoming Star Trek film, has talked of the pressures of taking on the iconic role.Smokin' Aces star Pine is to step into the shoes...
By Contributor on 23 January 2008
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