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‘Once in a lifetime’: Tom Hiddleston on filming Sir Ed Hillary epic in NZ
The acclaimed actor went from high-stakes espionage to mountaineering feats.
'You don’t have to try too hard': Demi Moore on finding a unique style
The actor says she has been collecting vintage fashion since she was 15 years old.
Inside Sir Peter Jackson's multimillion-dollar plans for Wellington suburb
Documents released to the Herald show the movie mogul plans more than just a vet hospital.
'We're in the market for a new country': Nick Offerman on why he would swap Hollywood for NZ
The Parks and Recreation star says he and wife Megan Mullally are 'crazy' about NZ.
The Pout-Pout Fish - Trailer
Nick Offerman voices the prickly Mr Fish in the cartoon adaptation of this hit children's book. Video / Maslow Entertainment
Gwyneth Paltrow says she was fired from film after 'conscious uncoupling' backlash
She now says the divorce euphemism sounded 'painfully progressive'.
'Do people still have the appetite?' DiCaprio worries for future of cinema
He fears cinemas could become niche 'silos' like jazz bars for fans.
Residents fear 'Trojan horse' development over film studio plans near Queenstown
Proposed Ayrburn Screen Hub is being considered under the fast-track approvals process.
Chalamet boosts Oscar bid with Critics Choice Awards win
The Critics Choice win cements Timothée Chalamet as the Oscars frontrunner.
Death at Disney theme park marks sixth fatality in three months
A staff member received serious injuries just last week after he was hit by a stage prop.
Timothée Chalamet proclaims his love for Kylie Jenner during award acceptance speech
It was the actor's first Critics Choice Award win after three previous nominations.
Meet Hollywood’s table tennis expert who coached Timothée Chalamet
Diego Schaaf and Wei Wang coached Timothée Chalamet on every rally.
This ’90s teen star has come a long way
NY Times: Thirty years after Casper, Devon Sawa has made peace with his heartthrob era.
How Chloé Zhao made the year’s most powerful film
Washington Post: The Hamnet director asks big questions in the emotional film.
2025 Herald entertainment quiz: Test your movie, TV and celebrity knowledge
How well do you remember the stories everyone was streaming and sharing?
In-flight favourites: What Air NZ passengers watched and listened to in 2025
Air NZ obtained new music licences this year, with one artist quickly rising to the top.
Screen-time survival kit: Family-friendly movies and TV to stream with the kids this summer
We've rounded up the best wholesome entertainment to enjoy with the family this summer.
Chevy Chase 'back from the dead' after heart failure
The extent of the 82-year-old's health problems have been revealed for the first time.
James Cameron to reveal plot details of Avatar 4 if franchise cancelled
The Oscar-winning director vowed to bring closure to fans even if the franchise is axed.
Former Home Alone house owner shares secrets in new memoir
John Abendshien's family lived on set as filming unfolded in their home.
What to watch from Christmas Eve to Boxing day (yes, including Love Actually)
The Herald has rounded up the best of free-to-air TV, plus some streaming gold.
Critics’ top 2025 movies list: The standout films of the year
New York Times: The films that defined cinema in 2025.
'A parent has passed': Stand By Me cast grieve director Rob Reiner
The cult classic film, released in 1986, will mark its 40th anniversary next year.
'We have a date set': Julian Dennison's wedding plans at 23 - and his next big career move
The 23-year-old actor got engaged earlier this year.
Harrison Ford to get lifetime acting award
Past winners include Robert De Niro, Jane Fonda and Morgan Freeman.
The unbearable sadness of the movie Rob Reiner made with his son
Nick Reiner, 32, has been arrested after his parents Rob and Michele were found dead.
Netflix takeover bid: CEO vows to keep Warner Bros films in cinemas
Warner Bros films would still debut 'traditionally' in cinemas under Netflix.
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ might be the last
Chief entertainment reporter Jenni Mortimer joins Michael Morrah to discuss the future of Avatar and meeting James Cameron at the premiere.
Filmmaker Rob Reiner’s son not medically cleared to be formally charged with parents’ murder
Rob Reiner, 78, and wife Michele, 70, were found stabbed in their Brentwood home.