Ian McShane News

Charlize Theron 'hated' iconic Snow White line

May 17, 2012, 10:32 GMT

Charlize Theron 'hated' saying the line 'mirror mirror, on the wall, who's the fairest of them all' when she starred as the evil queen in 'Snow White and the Huntsman'. ... more

New posters from Snow White and the Huntsman

May 8, 2012, 18:45 GMT

We have added a new set of posters from Snow White and the Huntsman. ... more

New pictures from Snow White and the Huntsman

Mar 28, 2012, 19:53 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from Snow White and the Huntsman.
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New pictures from Snow White and the Huntsman

Feb 2, 2012, 11:05 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from Snow White and the Huntsman. ... more

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (Two-Disc Blu-ray / DVD Combo) – Blu-ray Review

Oct 17, 2011, 14:45 GMT

Captain Jack is back.  Some critics didn’t much care for his latest adventure, but I had such a good time that I can give the film some slack.  However, if you’re looking for special features you may want to consider the other set.

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Nick Frost joins 'Huntsman' as final dwarf

Jul 15, 2011, 18:46 GMT

Nick Frost is in final talks to become the seventh dwarf in Universal's 'Snow White and the Huntsman.' ... more

Ray Winstone joins the dwarfs in 'Snow White and the Huntsman'

Jun 23, 2011, 18:22 GMT

Ray Winstone has rounded out the cast of dwarfs in Universal's Snow White film 'Snow White and the Huntsman.' ... more

Ian McShane to lead the dwarfs in 'Snow White and The Huntsman'

Jun 22, 2011, 19:03 GMT

Ian McShane has been cast as the lead dwarf in Universal's Snow White film 'Snow White and the Huntsman' ... more

'Pirates' dominates over weekend

May 23, 2011, 19:13 GMT

Disney's 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' slew all the competition as it debuted with $90.1 million at the domestic box office. ... more

Second TV trailer for 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides'

Apr 4, 2011, 15:11 GMT

A second action packed TV trailer for director Rob Marshall and producer Jerry Bruckheimer's upcoming fourth 'Pirates of the Caribbean' film is now online. The film stars Johnny Depp as swashbuckling rum drinking hero Jack Sparrow.
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'Jack the Giant Killer' to slay audiences in summer 2012

Mar 25, 2011, 20:25 GMT

Warner Bros. has set a release date of June 15, 2012, for New Line and Legendary Pictures' retelling of 'Jack and the Beanstalk' titled 'Jack the Giant Killer.' ... more

Ian McShane boards 'Jack the Giant Killer'

Mar 22, 2011, 19:33 GMT

Ian McShane has joined the cast of New Line and Legendary Pictures' 'Jack the Giant Killer.' ... more

Mermaids bite in new 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' trailer

Mar 21, 2011, 10:39 GMT

We have added the second swashbuckling trailer for Walt Disney Pictures and producer Jerry Bruckheimer's 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.' Directed by Rob Marshall the fourth
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The final one sheet poster for 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides'

Mar 15, 2011, 10:44 GMT

We have added the new final one sheet movie poster for the fourth 'Pirates' movie, 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.'
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Jack Sparrow guides you through 'Stranger Tides' in new video feature

Mar 8, 2011, 9:35 GMT

Swashbuckling favourite Jack Sparrow, directed Rob Marshall and producer Jerry Bruckheimer guide you through the story of the latest 'Pirates' movie, 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger' in a new video featurette.
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New pictures from Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Jan 25, 2011, 13:06 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. ... more

Case 39 - Blu-ray Review

Jan 4, 2011, 15:34 GMT

Taking a page from the Omen, Renee Zellweger is a social worker who adopts an evil tot.  The problem is that she’s not a great heroine for such a horrific proposition.  That must be why the film has been on the shelf for a long time and is finally being unleashed… with a whimper. 

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Face evil with Case 39 on Blu-ray

Dec 22, 2010, 16:57 GMT

Renée Zellweger and Bradley Cooper are set to face evil with the Blu-ray release of the supernatural thriller Case 39 on January 4th from Paramount Home Entertainment, and M&C’s giving away three copies! 

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Trailer for 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' comes ashore

Dec 13, 2010, 22:03 GMT

Johnny Depp's Jack Sparrow is back in the first trailer for the forth film in the 'Pirates' series, 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides'. The Rob Marshall film also stars Penelope Cruz, Ian McShane, and Geoffrey Rush.
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New pictures from Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Dec 13, 2010, 14:11 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. ... more

Paramount to let loose 'Case 39'

Aug 21, 2010, 2:24 GMT

Paramount will finally release the Renee Zellweger horror film 'Case 39' on October 1 after sitting on the shelf for two years. ... more

Review: Pillars of the Earth, Sewell shines in this long affair

Jul 23, 2010, 22:22 GMT

NO SPOILERS: Starz brings the ambitious and quite hefty Ken Follett novel, 'The Pillars of the Earth' to viewers as a star-studded eight-hour miniseries, premiering on Starz on Friday, July 23 at 10/9C.  The mini-series will air two hours tonight and another hour every Friday. ... more

Starz awesome comedy 'Party Down' has been killed, Gravity too

Jun 30, 2010, 20:58 GMT

'Party Down' is canceled. ... more

Starz 'Pillars of the Earth' Loews' multi-city Cathedral package, plus bonus recipe

Jun 30, 2010, 17:28 GMT

Starz is bringing Ken Follett's 'Pillars of the Earth' to the smallcreen. Loews Hotels is turning the epic miniseries into an event in many cities. ... more

Geoffrey Rush sails with 'Pirates'

Jun 11, 2010, 20:42 GMT

Geoffrey Rush will reprise his role as Captain Hector Barbossa in Disney's 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.' ... more

Ian McShane back in Starz 'Pillars of Earth'

Jun 8, 2010, 17:08 GMT

Filmmakers Tony and Ridley Scott, along with Starz network, bring Ken Follett's 'The Pillars of the Earth' to TV July 23 at 10pm et/pt. ... more

Graham setting out for 'Pirates 4'

Jun 3, 2010, 20:48 GMT

Stephen Graham has boarded the cast of 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.' ... more

Pillars of the Earth brings Ian McShane back to telly, on Starz

Mar 3, 2010, 17:21 GMT

Starz is on a roll right now, with record viewership for the hot 'Spartacus: Blood and Sand' and the upcoming new season of 'Party Down.' ... more

Ian McShane could join 'Pirates'

Feb 24, 2010, 5:41 GMT

Ian McShane is in negotiations to join 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,' Disney's fourth installment in the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise. ... more

Coraline - Blu-ray Review

Jul 27, 2009, 13:13 GMT

This very engaging story comes to Blu-ray in eye-popping animation, and with the special feature to view it in 3-D. You might not chose this option (the Blu-ray comes complete with 2 paper pair of 3-D glasses), but you will enjoy it either way - the animation is that good. ... more

M&C takes a look at the big screen’s most evil women

Jul 21, 2009, 12:41 GMT

Whom do you consider the most evil woman character in movies?  If you immediately said Cruella DeVil, then you are in agreement with 90% of the people I asked that question. Whomever you see as the most wicked villainess in a film, it is certain that this character type is an integral part of our culture and arts. ... more

Coraline (Two-Disc Collector's Edition) – DVD Review

Jul 20, 2009, 19:34 GMT

Neil Gaiman’s fantasy novel is given fine treatment by stop-motion director Henry Selick.  Selick is more known for Nightmare before Christmas and he adds another fine effort to his filmography to go along with that one.   ... more

Coraline comes to DVD and M&C’s giving away three copies

Jul 16, 2009, 14:58 GMT

From the visionary imagination of filmmaker Henry Selick and Universal Studios Home Entertainment, Coraline arrives on DVD in a 2-Disc Collector’s Edition, and M&C is giving away three copies! ... more

'Deadwood' and 'Oz' rebroadcast on DirecTV's 101 uncut beginning May 31

May 15, 2009, 17:43 GMT

On May 31, fans of the excellent HBO series; 'Deadwood' and 'OZ' can enjoy the shows once again, as DirecTV's Channel 101® Network rolls out the episodes that were solely broadcast only on premium cable pay TV. ... more

Deadwood and Oz coming to DirecTV's The 101 Network

Apr 23, 2009, 16:39 GMT

Al Swearengen lives again. ... more

Coraline - Movie Review

Feb 6, 2009, 16:55 GMT

Yes, it comes off as an “Alice in Wonderland” copy but it’s still fun viewing for the whole family.  The 3-D gimmick never gets old and director Selick uses it with style. ... more

Win a Coraline Goodie Bag!

Jan 19, 2009, 12:14 GMT

From Henry Selick, visionary director of The Nightmare Before Christmas, and based on Neil Gaiman’s international best-selling book, comes Coraline - a spectacular stop-motion animated adventure and the first film of its kind to be originally filmed in 3D. ... more

Death Race – Blu-ray Review

Dec 29, 2008, 14:45 GMT

Death Race is a throttled up action film that requires you to just turn the brain off and enjoy the car crashes. The plot is thin, but the film is action packed and a lot of fun. ... more

Death Race – DVD Review

Dec 23, 2008, 11:55 GMT

If like me, you were craving an unrated, violent live-action film adaptation of 'Mario Kart', then you're prayers have been answered with Paul W.S. Anderson's 'Death Race' - a very, very loose remake of producer Roger Corman's 1975 original 'Death Race 2000'.  ... more

Hot Rod - Blu-ray Review

Dec 18, 2008, 12:47 GMT

It still doesn’t do much for me, but fans of Andy Samberg will have something to rev their engines about as Hot Rod roars onto Blu-ray.  Put on your fake mustaches, beat up your stepdad, pop the corn, and lounge in your bean bag as you pop this one into your player (if you can stand to).   ... more

Win a Death Race Gift Pack!

Aug 6, 2008, 19:34 GMT

Adrenalized inmates, a global audience hungry for televised violence and a spectacular arena come together to form the Death Race – hitting theaters on August 22nd from Universal Pictures. M&C is giving away Death Race Gift packs to get fans ready for the film. ... more

Blu-ray Review: Battle of Britain

Jun 3, 2008, 12:42 GMT

A cast of British who’s who of actors takes to the skies above Britain to defend her from the attacking German Luftwaffe.  The problem is that in the skies the film is full of action but when it gets on the ground it tends to fall apart.   ... more

Ian McShane to 'Kings': Thank you NBC

May 20, 2008, 13:10 GMT

Fans of Ian McShane take heart: Your favorite saloon owner from 'Deadwood' is coming back to the smallscreen. ... more

DVD Review: The Seeker – The Dark is Rising

Mar 18, 2008, 14:33 GMT

In the film The Seeker: The Dark is Rising, the Stantons are an American family living in England.  The youngest son Will (Alexander Ludwig) is turning 14, and learns through a series of unusual events that he is the last of the Old Ones, the forces of light within the land.  ... more

Discover the signs, defend the light, win a copy of The Seeker!

Feb 21, 2008, 16:54 GMT

Fox Home Entertainment and Walden Media presents the ultimate battle of good versus evil when the fantasy adventure The Seeker races through time to land on DVD March 18th. M&C is giving away five copies of the DVD! ... more

DVD Review: Lovejoy - The Complete Season 2

Jan 22, 2008, 17:46 GMT

Oh happy day for antiques aficionados and mystery lovers!  Lovejoy Season Two is now on DVD!  This series taught us about recognizing antiques, and gave us a roaring good mystery at the same time. ... more

DVD Review: Hot Rod

Nov 26, 2007, 15:11 GMT

The story of a would-be stuntman who thinks that a fake ‘70s mustache will make him perform them better, but all he wants to do is earn the respect of this stepfather – by beating the hell out of him.  I felt like the hell had been beaten out of me figuratively as I narely found a laugh within.   ... more

DVD Review: We Are Marshall

Sep 21, 2007, 13:49 GMT

The true story of a university who has most of their football team (save two players and one staff member) killed in a tragic plane crash.  The university nearly scraps the program but the student body rises to defend it and a new coach is brought in.  ... more

DVD Review: Lovejoy – The Complete Season 1

Jun 20, 2007, 10:03 GMT

Years before there was Antiques Road Show to instruct the television audience how to tell Auntie Ruth’s rubbish from a priceless treasure, there was an excellent antiques themed mystery series from Great Britain called Lovejoy.  ... more

Movie Review: We Are Marshall

Dec 19, 2006, 2:29 GMT

‘We Are Marshall’ is based on the true story of a West Virginia university attempting to rebuild itself after 75 people, including the entire football team, were killed in a plane crash. ... more

Movie Review: Scoop

Jul 27, 2006, 9:42 GMT

Woody Allen’s in familiar story territory here – he and a loony female sidekick chase after clues in a murder mystery, break into suspect’s homes, just as their target arrives on the scene, making for intensely excruciating but hilarious moments. ... more

Sexy beast Ian McShane: To be killed off?

Jul 27, 2006, 5:05 GMT

Lancashire native Ian McShane has dropped hints and allegations that his beloved cuss-bucket character, Al Swearengen, is going to get a Sopranos styled sayonara, maybe. ... more

Rule Britannia: Hot U.K. talent sweeping film and television

Jul 22, 2006, 16:51 GMT

The British Isles have always spawned numerous talents to grace film and television, with certain actors and actresses dominating decade after decade in worldwide screen popularity.
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Ian McShane on decision to nix Deadwood; co****ckers!

Jun 26, 2006, 22:03 GMT

Ian McShane, aka Al Swearengen, the biggest cursing character on HBO’s “Deadwood”, is fit to be tied. ... more

DVD Review: Deadwood Season 1

Jul 7, 2005, 18:10 GMT

1876, the Black Hills of South Dakota. In an age of plunder and greed, the richest gold strike in American History draws out a throng of restless misfits to an outlaw settlement where everything-and everyone-has a price. Welcome to Deadwood... ... more

Ian McShane lands role in next Woody Allen flick

Jun 2, 2005, 16:05 GMT

Ian McShane (Deadwood and best known in the UK for Lovejoy) has landed a role in Woody Allen's next feature film. ... more