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'Willow' at 35: How George Lucas enlisted his 'American Graffiti' star Ron Howard to direct follow-up to 'Star Wars' trilogy
Ron Howard says he had "nothing to fear" in career after fantasy's challenging 137-day shoot.
Alden Ehrenreich says he's noticed more love for underrated 'Solo' over the years: 'It feels like a shift'
'Solo: A Star Wars Story' bombed at box office amid behind-the-scenes turmoil. Five years later, fans are reappraising the prequel.
Willow cast explain how Disney+ show pays tribute to Val Kilmer (exclusive)
Val Kilmer was unable to return as Madmartigan in the Disney+ sequel series, but his presence is still felt throughout.
Warwick Davis: Willow inspires people with physical disability or disadvantages (exclusive)
“People often say how the film allowed them to escape from their real-life experiences at the time, how it brought them hope. I think the character of Willow is quite inspirational,” Davis tells Yahoo.
Ron Howard supports inevitable 'Happy Days' reboot — but isn't ready to cast Richie Cunningham
Ron Howard also reveals the surprising "pinch me" moment of his career.
Ron Howard reveals the most difficult shot of his career and how his dad made it harder
On Wednesday, Ron Howard visited "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" where he revealed the most difficult shot of his career.
EntertainmentYahoo EntertainmentThe It List: Joel McHale returns to E! with 'Celebrity Beef,' Beavis and Butt-Head are revived in new Paramount+ series, Simu Liu strips down to survive 'Running Wild With Bear Grylls' and all the best in pop culture the week of Aug. 1, 2022
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The It List: 'Baby Drivers' introduces the next generation of NASCAR stars, Martha Stewart throws a star-studded tag sale, Tom Cruise takes flight in 'Top Gun: Maverick' and all the best in pop culture the week of May 23, 2022
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'Far and Away' at 30: Ron Howard looks back at Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman's 'honeymoon project'
"Far and Away" director Ron Howard looks back at one of his most personal films.
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'Cowboys & Aliens' creator explains why Jon Favreau's expensive 2011 film never got a sequel
Scott Mitchell Rosenberg reveals how studio conflicts and box-office concerns torpedoed a 'Cowboys & Aliens' sequel on the film's 10th anniversary, and teases the franchise's potential return.
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Glenn Close talks astonishing 'Hillbilly Elegy' transformation: 'I didn't want to be distracted by my own face'
Glenn Close, Amy Adams and Ron Howard talk new Netflix drama "Hillbilly Elegy."
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Scott Baio Takes Aim at Ron Howard, John Stamos Over ‘Happy Days’ Fundraiser
Chachi is not having such a happy day.Scott Baio, a vocal Trump supporter, expressed his disappointment over former “Happy Days” co-stars staging a reunion to raise money for the Wisconsin Democratic Party.“What a shame to use a classic show like Happy Days about Americana to promote an anti-American socialist,” Baio tweeted.Hollywood megaproducer Ron Howard, who co-starred as Richie Cunningham alongside Baio on the classic 80’s sitcom , announced the event via Twitter on Monday.Also Read: Wanda Sykes Claps Back at Scott Baio Over Joe Biden Support“The most important election of our lifetimes is right around the corner and Wisconsin is a must-win state. So I’m thrilled to announce a HappyDaysReunion to support @WisDems on Oct 25,” Howard tweeted.Howard will be joined by “Happy Days” c0-stars Henry Winkler (Fonzie), Marion Ross (Marion) and Anson Williams (Potsie).Shortly after the announcement, “Full House” star John Stamos jumped in on the action, asking if he could play Chachi to which Scott Baio fired back.“Shouldn’t he be taking care of Aunt Becky,” Baio responded in a dig at co-star Lori Loughlin’s college scam legal woes.Then in a direct quote tweet of John Stamos’ Chachi joke, Baio said: “This is what Hollywood has come to. shameful LiberalsAreDesperate”As of time of this post’s publishing, neither Howard or Stamos has responded back to Baio so in similar Trump Twitter fashion he continued to retweet fans in support of him.Baio appeared as a guest speaker in support of Donald Trump at the 2016 Republican National Convention and often uses his social media platform to support the president’s agenda and policies. The former actor has also spent some time railing on Democratic challenger Joe Biden and his running mate Kamala Harris’ campaign. Specifically, he reminded voters about the disparity in Trump and Biden’s tax policy proposals.See Scott Baio’s tweets here:What a shame to use a classic show like Happy Days about Americana to promote an anti-American socialist. Shameful https://t.co/v1uB2vK5sj— Scott Baio (@ScottBaio) October 20, 2020🤣 This is what Hollywood has come to. shameful LiberalsAreDesperate https://t.co/JxlIYc9AHZ— Scott Baio (@ScottBaio) October 20, 2020Read original story Scott Baio Takes Aim at Ron Howard, John Stamos Over ‘Happy Days’ Fundraiser At TheWrap
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‘Willow’ Sequel Series Officially a Go at Disney Plus, Jon M. Chu to Direct
The enchanting world of "Willow," created by George Lucas, is officially coming to the small screen. Disney Plus has confirmed a sequel series taking place years after the events of the original Ron Howard-directed pic is heading into production next year. Howard is returning to the project as executive producer alongside original star Warwick Davis, […]
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Lulu Wang criticizes Ron Howard's decision to direct biopic of Chinese pianist Lang Lang
While Lang Lang is an executive producer on the film, Lulu Wang took issue with two non-Chinese writers adapting his memoir for the big screen.
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Bryce Dallas Howard on why she would support a disclaimer for 'The Help' and being an 'active ally'
Plus, the actress and director talks about celebrity dads, shooting the third "Jurassic World" movie amid the pandemic and directing another episode of "The Mandalorian."
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'Apollo 13' at 25: Ron Howard explains how Steven Spielberg helped him solve the space drama's daunting gravity issue
Ron Howard says Steven Spielberg inspired a game-changing decision made on space drama "Apollo 13."
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Ron Howard compares Henry Winkler's video mocking Trump drinking water to classic Fonz move from 'Happy Days'
Ron Howard approves of his old "Happy Days" costar's skewering of President Donald Trump on Twitter.
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Ron Howard to Direct Action Thriller ‘The Fixer’ for Paramount
Having finished production on Netflix's "Hillbilly Elegy," Ron Howard is zeroing on a new directing gig as the "Beautiful Mind" director has come on to direct "The Fixer" for Paramount Pictures. Howard's production banner Imagine Entertainment will produce along with Bradley Cooper and Todd Phillips' Joint Effort shingle. Andrew Panay will also join as producer. […]
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Ron Howard in ‘Serious Discussions’ for ‘Willow’ Sequel Series at Disney+
Ron Howard is in talks to bring a “Willow” sequel series to Disney+, with actor Warwick Davis — who played the title character in the 1988 film — set to return, TheWrap has learned.Howard said that “serious discussions” for a continuation — not a reboot — from himself and “Solo” writer Jonathan Kasdan were ongoing at the upcoming streaming service, during an interview with the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast.“Warwick is so cool and so good and he’s such a good actor that I really hope we get the chance to see the mature Willow in action,” Howard said.Disney+ declined TheWrap’s request for comment on the project.Directed by Howard and produced by George Lucas, “Willow” starred Davis as Willow, a reluctant farmer who plays a critical role in protecting a special baby from a tyrannical queen who vows to destroy her and take over the world in a high fantasy setting. The film also starred Val Kilmer, Joanne Whalley, Jean Marsh, and Billy Barty.Also Read: Disney Hires Former Goldman Sachs Exec as VP of Product for Disney+Should it be ordered to series, the “Willow” sequel would join several original shows on Disney+, which is set to launch Nov. 12, including “The Mandalorian,” the live-action “Star Wars” TV series helmed by Jon Favreau.Other series include a “Rogue One” prequel starring Diego Luna’s character Cassian Andor, a “Monsters, Inc.” sequel with Billy Crystal and John Goodman reprising their roles, and a series centered on classic Disney villains, like Ursula from “The Little Mermaid.”Additionally, Disney+ has partnered with Marvel Studios for shows featuring characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including “Loki” with Tom Hiddleston, “WandaVision” with Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany), and “Falcon & Winter Solider” with Falcon (Anthony Mackie) and Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan). The forthcoming streaming service is also developing a series starring Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye.Read original story Ron Howard in ‘Serious Discussions’ for ‘Willow’ Sequel Series at Disney+ At TheWrap
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Glenn Close joins Amy Adams in Ron Howard's Netflix film 'Hillbilly Elegy'
Glenn Close joins Amy Adams for Ron Howard's Hillbilly Elegy
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Ron Howard’s Pavarotti Documentary Hits High Notes in First Trailer (Watch)
After being teased at the Grammys, Ron Howard's documentary on Luciano Pavarotti, the legendary Italian opera singer, takes center stage with an official trailer. "Pavarotti: Genius Is Forever" will hit theaters on June 7, and Tuesday's trailer showcased footage from interviews, concerts and family archives. It also featured testimonies from his fellow Three Tenors members […]
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How space experts like Elon Musk convinced Ron Howard that humans should go to Mars
Season 2 of "MARS" debuts on National Geographic on Monday at 9 p.m. ET.
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Ron Howard: ‘I Feel Badly’ About ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ Underperforming at the Box Office
It's at risk of becoming the first "Star Wars" movie to lose money.
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'I would just f***ing love that': Donald Glover, 'Solo' cast makes case for Chewbacca movie
The cast of latest "Star Wars Story” endorses the idea of a solo Wookiee-themed installment.
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There is a jaw-dropping 'Solo' cameo by [SPOILER]. Here's what it means.
A surprise appearance by a popular "Star Wars" character offers a glimpse at how a sequel could play out.
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Ron Howard on taking over 'Solo': Fired filmmakers Lord and Miller's 'fingerprints are all over' new 'Star Wars' movie
Oscar-winning director Ron Howard talks about replacing directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller more than halfway through the production of "Solo: A Star Wars Story."