Superbowl 2023 Movie Trailers: ‘Flash’, ‘GotG 3’, ‘Indy’, ‘D&D’, ‘Scream VI’, ‘Fast X’ & More
Last night was the Superbowl in the USA, but, for those of us with not a huge amount of interest in sport, it also brings with it big trailers for upcoming films. Most notably, we got the first full trailer for ‘The Flash’, along with ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy: Volume 3’, a new spot for ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’, and lots more! Here are some of the big film trailers which dropped last night.
The Flash
Worlds collide in ‘The Flash’ when Barry (Ezra Miller) uses his superpowers to travel back in time in order to change the events of the past. But when his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod (Michael Shannon) has returned, threatening annihilation, and there are no superheroes to turn to. That is, unless Barry can coax a very different Batman (Michael Keaton) out of retirement and rescue an imprisoned Kryptonian… albeit not the one he’s looking for. Ultimately, to save the world that he is in and return to the future that he knows, Barry’s only hope is to race for his life. But will making the ultimate sacrifice be enough to reset the universe?
Directed by Andy Muschietti, this movie has not been without controversy, due to the erratic and worrying behaviour of its star, who is currently undergoing treatment for mental health issues. However, DC has been determined to release it due to it being based on the “Flashpoint” comicbook and acting as a giant reset button for the DCU, heralding in the new Gunn/Safran era for their cinematic universe. Controversy aside, it does look spectacular… Both Keaton and Affleck’s Batman (Batmen?), Shannon back as Zod, and Sasha Calle playing a very kickass Supergirl… We shall see when it is released on 16th June 2023…
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
In Marvel Studios’ ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ our beloved band of misfits are settling into life on Knowhere. But it isn’t long before their lives are upended by the echoes of Rocket’s turbulent past. Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him on a dangerous mission to save Rocket’s life – a mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them…
The film sees Chris Pratt (Quill), Zoe Saldana (Gamora), Dave Bautista (Drax), Karen Gillan (Nebula), Pom Klementieff (Mantis), Vin Diesel (Groot), and Bradley Cooper (Rocket) all reprise their roles as the Guardians for possibly the last time in this current configuration. Sean Gunn, Chukwudi Iwuji, Will Poulter and Maria Bakalova also star. Directed by James Gunn, the movie premieres on 5th May 2023.
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
Experience the return of legendary hero, Indiana Jones, in the fifth instalment of this beloved swashbuckling series of films. Finding himself in a new era, approaching retirement, Indy wrestles with fitting into a world that seems to have outgrown him. But as the tentacles of an all-too-familiar evil return in the form of an old rival, Indy must don his hat and pick up his whip once more to make sure an ancient and powerful artefact doesn’t fall into the wrong hands.
James Mangold (‘The Wolverine’, ‘Logan’) directs, based on a script by Mangold, Jez Butterworth and John-Henry Butterworth (‘Ford v Ferrari’, ‘Flag Day’). Harrison Ford returns in the lead role and is joined by Phoebe Waller-Bridge Mads Mikkelsen, Antonio Banderas, John Rhys-Davies, Toby Jones and Boyd Holbrook. The film premieres on 30th June 2023.
Fast X
The Fast & Furious Saga launches the beginning of the end (one more to go) with ‘Fast X’. Over many missions and against impossible odds, Dom Toretto (Vin Diesel) and his family have outsmarted, out-nerved and outdriven every foe in their path. Now, they confront the most lethal opponent they’ve ever faced: A terrifying threat emerging from the shadows of the past who are fueled by blood revenge, and who is determined to shatter this family and destroy everything – and everyone – that Dom loves, forever.
Directed by Louis Leterrier (‘Clash of the Titans’, ‘The Incredible Hulk’), ‘Fast X’ stars returning cast members Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jordana Brewster, Sung Kang, Jason Statham, John Cena and Scott Eastwood, with Oscar winner Helen Mirren and Oscar winner Charlize Theron. The film premieres on 19th May 2023.
Scream VI
Following the latest Ghostface killings, the four survivors leave Woodsboro behind and start a fresh chapter. In ‘Scream VI’, Melissa Barrera (“Sam Carpenter”), Jasmin Savoy Brown (“Mindy Meeks-Martin”), Mason Gooding (“Chad Meeks-Martin”), Jenna Ortega (“Tara Carpenter”), Hayden Panettiere (“Kirby Reed”), and Courtney Cox (“Gale Weathers”) return to their roles in the franchise alongside Jack Champion, Henry Czerny, Liana Liberato, Dermot Mulroney, Devyn Nekoda, Tony Revolori, Josh Segarra and Samara Weaving.
Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett, and written by James Vanderbilt & Guy Busick, the movie premieres on 10th March 2023.
65
After a catastrophic crash on an unknown planet, pilot Mills (Adam Driver) quickly discovers he’s actually stranded on Earth… 65 million years ago. Now, with only one chance at rescue, Mills and the only other survivor, Koa (Ariana Greenblatt), must make their way across an unknown terrain riddled with dangerous prehistoric creatures in an epic fight to survive.
From the writers of ‘A Quiet Place’ and producer Sam Raimi comes ’65’, a sci-fi thriller starring Adam Driver, Ariana Greenblatt, and Chloe Coleman. Written and directed by Scott Beck & Bryan Woods and produced by Sam Raimi, Deborah Liebling and Zainab Azizi. Also produced by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. The movie premieres on 10th March 2023.
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts
Returning to the action and spectacle that have captured moviegoers around the world, ‘Transformers: Rise of the Beasts’ will take audiences on a ‘90s globetrotting adventure and introduce the Maximals, Predacons, and Terrorcons to the existing battle on earth between Autobots and Decepticons.
Directed by Steven Caple Jr. and starring Anthony Ramos and Dominique Fishback, the film arrives in theatres on 9th June 2023.
Creed III
In ‘Creed III’, Adonis Creed is thriving in his career and family life, and still dominating the boxing world. When Damian, a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy resurfaces after serving time in prison, he’s eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damian — a fighter who has nothing to lose.
The film is directed by Michael B. Jordan with a screenplay by Keenan Coogler and Zach Baylin, based on a story by Ryan Coogler, Keenan Coogler, and Zach Baylin. Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson, Jonathan Majors, and Florian Munteanu star. The movie is released on 3rd March 2023.
Air
From award-winning director Ben Affleck, ‘AIR’ reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a then-rookie Michael Jordan and Nike’s fledgling basketball division which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand. This moving story follows the career-defining gamble of an unconventional team with everything on the line, the uncompromising vision of a mother who knows the worth of her son’s immense talent, and the basketball phenom who would become the greatest of all time.
Directed by Ben Affleck and written by Alex Convery, the film stars Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Jason Bateman, Chris Messina, Matthew Maher, Marlon Wayans, Jay Mohr, Julius Tennon, with Chris Tucker and Viola Davis. The film premieres on 5th April 2023.
Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
‘Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves’ brings the rich world and playful spirit of the legendary roleplaying game to the big screen in a hilarious and action-packed adventure. The film follows a charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers as they embark on an epic quest to retrieve a lost relic… But things go dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people.
Written and directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the screenwriters behind ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’, the movie stars Chris Pine (‘Star Trek’), Michelle Rodriguez (‘Fast & Furious’ franchise), Regé-Jean Page (‘Bridgerton’), Justice Smith (‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’), Sophia Lillis (‘I Am Not Okay with This’), Chloe Coleman (‘Upload’, ‘Big Little Lies’), Daisy Head (‘Shadow and Bone’, ‘Harlots’) and Hugh Grant. The movie premieres on 31st March 2023.
Bonus: PopCorners ‘Breaking Bad’
This last little bonus clip is not a movie trailer but sees Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul and Raymond Cruz reprise their ‘Breaking Bad’ roles as Walt, Jesse, and?Tuco as they “cook” up some tasty snacks in the iconic RV… Not quite sure how I feel about this, but its always great to see the gang back together, even if it is to sell a different kind of product!
