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The Quick and the Dead - Blu-ray Review

Oct 9, 2009, 13:35 GMT

From director Sam Raimi comes the Blu-ray edition of The Quick and the Dead. Released theatrically in 1995, the film boosts an impressive cast of star talent that includes Russell Crowe, Gene Hackman, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Sharon Stone. ... more

Horror in Hollywood reflects an industry in crisis

Oct 8, 2009, 11:00 GMT

Los Angeles - Zombieland may rule the US box office at the moment. But the talk in Hollywood is about a real life slasher tale, where studio chiefs are being ruthlessly axed down in the corridors of power by corporate chieftains desperate to change an industry in crisis. ... more

Liam Neeson has busy 'Days' ahead

Oct 6, 2009, 0:12 GMT

Liam Neeson has joined the cast of 'The Next Three Days,' the Paul Haggis-directed thriller for Lionsgate. ... more

Actors added to 'Three Days'

Sep 29, 2009, 19:43 GMT

Olivia Wilde and Jonathan Tucker have been added to the cast of 'The Next Three Days,' Paul Haggis' thriller at Lionsgate. ... more

State of Play – DVD Review

Aug 31, 2009, 18:01 GMT

Russell Crowe and Ben Affleck are up to their necks in Washington politics. Crowe on the journalistic end and Affleck on the governmental end. When the congressman's lead researcher dies during the investigation of a mysterious organization, Crowe begins to uncover a conspiracy. ... more

Elizabeth Banks to be 'Next'

Aug 25, 2009, 17:04 GMT

Elizabeth Banks is in final negotiations to star opposite Russell Crowe in Lionsgate's 'The Next Three Days,' Paul Haggis' adaptation of the French thriller 'Pour elle.' ... more

Russell Crowe to headline 'Three Days'

Jul 30, 2009, 20:16 GMT

Russell Crowe will star in 'The Next Three Days,' the adaptation of the 2008 French film 'Pour Elle' that will be directed by 'Crash' director Paul Haggis. ... more

Real life Robin Hood Russell Crowe

Jul 28, 2009, 9:04 GMT

Russell Crowe shocked staff at a British charity shop when he dropped in to donate £1,000. ... more

Russell Crowe is a big tipper

Jun 29, 2009, 9:26 GMT

Russell Crowe serenaded staff at a Welsh pub before leaving them a £600 tip. ... more

Russell Crowe's Cate Blanchett mud bath

Jun 22, 2009, 12:06 GMT

Russell Crowe stripped off and 'wallowed' in mud with Cate Blanchett for their latest film. ... more

Russell Crowe has Welsh real estate dilemma

May 28, 2009, 9:35 GMT

Russell Crowe is homeless in Wales. ... more

Cinderella Man - Blu-ray Review

May 27, 2009, 14:06 GMT

As we again enter hard economic times, we all need something to inspire us and keep us going. In the Great Depression (which what we’re going through is peanuts compared to that one) the country took inspiration from a broken down boxer who rose to the top of his game from career ending injuries. ... more

Russell Crowe fights middle-age spread for career

May 8, 2009, 12:15 GMT

Russell Crowe is using a £80,000 gym on the set of his movie to avoid gaining weight. ... more

Universal Pictures stops Verbinski’s ‘Bioshock’

Apr 26, 2009, 1:54 GMT

Universal Pictures has stopped pre-production work on the big screen adaptation of the Take-Two Interactive video game “Bioshock” – which was scheduled to see Gore Verbinski handling directing chores. ... more

In photos: 'State of Play London Premiere'

Apr 23, 2009, 11:50 GMT

We have added a new set of images from the event 'State of Play London Premiere.' ... more

Fans come first for Russell Crowe

Apr 22, 2009, 9:20 GMT

Russell Crowe kept a premiere audience waiting while he signed autographs last night (21.04.09). ... more

State of Play - Movie Review

Apr 17, 2009, 15:12 GMT

State of Play is a terrific idea waiting to happen. And there’s an interesting cast - Russell Crowe as Cal, a hygiene-challenged reporter for a leading Washington newspaper and Ben Affleck as Stephen, his college roommate, now a Congressman and rising political star. ... more

The thriller State of Play arrives in theaters and M&C’s giving away a prize pack from the film

Apr 15, 2009, 16:07 GMT

Oscar winner Russell Crowe leads an all-star cast in the blistering thriller State of Play arriving in theaters April 17th from Universal Pictures. To help get fans in the mood, M&C is giving away a State of Play Prize Pack! ... more

Russell Crowe just an actor

Apr 10, 2009, 11:00 GMT

Russell Crowe is not an icon. ... more

Curry lover Russell Crowe

Apr 9, 2009, 9:25 GMT

Russell Crowe loves curry. ... more

Russell Crowe's movie tingle rule

Apr 4, 2009, 4:00 GMT

Russell Crowe lets goose bumps choose his film roles. ... more

Russell Crowe’s ready to rob from the rich

Mar 29, 2009, 2:41 GMT

Russell Crowe stars in the upcoming Robin Hood movie, but don’t expect the Aussie actor to sport the famous green tights. ... more

Russell Crowe destined for Hollywood

Feb 28, 2009, 11:00 GMT

Russell Crowe always knew he would be a Hollywood star. ... more

Cate Blanchett in talks for Ridley Scott’s ‘Robin Hood’

Feb 26, 2009, 14:04 GMT

Cate Blanchett is in final talks to take on the role of Maid Marian for Ridley Scott’s new version of the classic Robin Hood story – which was moving forward under the title of “Nottingham.” ... more

Body of Lies – Blu-ray Review

Feb 16, 2009, 13:18 GMT

Although there is a feeling that this subject has been covered before, Body of Lies is a good thriller that benefits from the steady direction of Ridley Scott and the acting talents of Russell Crowe and Leonardo DiCaprio. ... more

Universal Pictures and Rogue Pictures announce 2009 theatrical slate

Jan 8, 2009, 13:46 GMT

Universal Pictures and Rogue Pictures have announced their 2009 theatrical slate - which includes the new Michael Mann/Johnny Depp period piece “Public Enemies,” Sam Raimi’s return to the horror genre “Drag Me To Hell,” and Vin Diesel’s return to street racing “Fast & Furious.” ... more

‘Wolfman’ and ‘Nottingham’ get delayed

Dec 10, 2008, 13:43 GMT

Universal Pictures has announced date changes for several of its upcoming films – including the new horror flick “The Wolfman,” and Ridley Scott’s retelling of the Robin Hood legend “Nottingham.” ... more

Revenge is a dish best served cold, and here are the Top 10 Revenge Flicks

Dec 3, 2008, 11:41 GMT

Although the word revenge has only existed since the 14th century, I'm pretty sure the idea has been around since day one as it's an instinctive personal concept of justice and what better form of visceral entertainment could there be than that?

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Russell Crowe not sporting tights in 'Nottingham'

Nov 10, 2008, 4:00 GMT

Russell Crowe won't wear tights to play Robin Hood. ... more

Russell Crowe's US snub

Nov 8, 2008, 8:00 GMT

Russell Crowe will never move to America. ... more

In photos: 'Body of Lies Premiere in Rome'

Nov 6, 2008, 19:25 GMT

We have added a new set of images from the event 'Body of Lies Premiere in Rome.' ... more

Russell Crowe's 'dark' drink

Oct 14, 2008, 11:20 GMT

Russell Crowe has cut out 'dark drinks' that don't 'bring out the best' of his personality. ... more

Ridley Scott returns to science fiction with ‘The Forever War’

Oct 13, 2008, 15:13 GMT

Ridley Scott is set to return to the world of science fiction with the screen adaptation of Joe Haldeman’s 1974 novel 'The Forever War' for Fox 2000. ... more

‘Beverly Hills Chihuahua’ takes another bite out of the No. 1 spot at the weekend box office

Oct 13, 2008, 14:55 GMT

Despite the release of the political thriller “Body of Lies” with box office champs Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe and the football flick “The Express” with Dennis Quaid, the weekend’s No. 1 spot went to Disney’s “Beverly Hills Chihuahua. ... more

Russell Crowe's family wish

Oct 9, 2008, 11:00 GMT

Russell Crowe wants 17 children. ... more

Russell Crowe's farm family

Oct 1, 2008, 13:55 GMT

Russell Crowe is spending 'manly man time' with his sons on his farm. ... more

Russell Crowe talks about his weight gain for Body of Lies

Sep 30, 2008, 18:52 GMT

Actor Russell Crowe revealed he put on 63 pounds for his film opening October 10th, “Body of Lies.” ... more

Russell Crowe's koala hair

Sep 30, 2008, 9:50 GMT

Russell Crowe says having long hair is like 'walking around with a dead koala on your back'. ... more

Russell Crowe takes on two roles for 'Nottingham'

Sep 29, 2008, 9:50 GMT

Russell Crowe is set to play both the Sheriff of Nottingham and Robin Hood in 'Nottingham'. ... more

L.A. Confidential (Two-Disc Special Edition) – DVD Review

Sep 25, 2008, 16:31 GMT

Travel back in time to Los Angeles in the 1950s. You may also want to go back to a time when the name Russell Crowe would’ve brought a look of confusion to your face. Director Curtis Hanson succeeded in making Crowe a household name, winning Kim Basinger an Oscar, and making a fantastic film. ... more

Russell Crowe and Sienna Miller ready to return to 'Nottingham'

Sep 12, 2008, 10:05 GMT

Russell Crowe and Sienna Miller are finally set to start work on 'Nottingham' after it was postponed earlier this year. ... more

Russell Crowe is Dr. Watson for Guy Ritchie

Sep 1, 2008, 9:45 GMT

Russell Crowe is to star as Sherlock Holmes' sidekick Dr. Watson. ... more

L.A. Confidential returns to DVD with 2-Disc Special Edition

Aug 21, 2008, 12:14 GMT

Everything is suspect, everyone is for sale and nothing is what it seems. L.A. Confidential returns to the streets on September 23 from Warner Home Video with a special Two-Disc DVD for the suggested retail price of $20.97. The film will also be available on a single disc Blu-ray for $28.99. ... more

Russell Crowe's London move

Jul 7, 2008, 10:25 GMT

Russell Crowe is splashing out £20,000 per month on a London home. ... more

Sienna Miller joining Russell Crowe on 'Nottingham'

Jun 19, 2008, 13:29 GMT

Sienna Miller has signed to join Russell Crowe on Ridley Scott’s upcoming Robin Hood flick 'Nottingham.' ... more

Blu-ray Review: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World

May 16, 2008, 14:41 GMT

Adapted from the books of Patrick O’Brian this film by Peter Weir harkens back to the glory days of epic cinema. Unfortunately, there be pirates on the high seas and some boarded this Blu-ray and made off with most the special features. Someone should be clapped in irons or keelhauled for such a heinous offense. ... more

DVD Review: American Gangster (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)

Feb 19, 2008, 14:24 GMT

Who would’ve thought that a chinchilla coat would’ve been what led to the downfall of one of Harlem’s biggest kingpins, but that was the case. Frank Lucas was satisfied to keep a low profile until that fateful day and he came to the attention of the law and the dedicated officer who would make sure that Frank got caught.

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Win a copy of American Gangster (Two-Disc Collector’s Edition)!

Feb 5, 2008, 15:01 GMT

American Gangster comes to DVD on Feb 19th from Universal Studios Home Entertainment and M&C is giving away five copies of the Two-Disc Collector’s Edition. ... more

Blu-ray Review: 3:10 to Yuma

Jan 21, 2008, 13:54 GMT

At one time you’d be able to go the movies and you’d have a large selection of Westerns to choose from, nowadays they’re few and far between. ... more

Russell Crowe's gambling war

Jan 7, 2008, 12:30 GMT

Russell Crowe is waging war against electronic gambling machines in Australian pubs. ... more

Russell Crowe's Welsh roots: BBC Homecoming special

Jan 3, 2008, 12:30 GMT

Russell Crowe is to visit Wales to trace his family roots. ... more

Norton splits from State of Play, Affleck in talks to replace

Dec 19, 2007, 12:15 GMT

Edward Norton has left Universal Picture’s State of Play, and the studio in talks for Ben Affleck to replace him. Norton’s departure adds more trouble for the film – which lost Brad Pitt just before Thanksgiving. ... more

Overpaid Kidman and Crowe?

Dec 13, 2007, 12:30 GMT

Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe are Hollywood's Most Overpaid Celebrities. ... more

Edward Norton takes on dual roles for Leaves of Grass

Dec 5, 2007, 13:38 GMT

Edward Norton is scheduled to handle dual roles for the upcoming comedy/thriller Leaves of Grass. ... more

Crowe replaces Pitt on State of Play

Dec 4, 2007, 15:43 GMT

Russell Crowe has officially signed on to star in Universal’s State of Play – which saw Brad Pitt walk off the project due to issues with the script. ... more

Russell Crowe replaces Pitt

Dec 4, 2007, 12:30 GMT

Russell Crowe will replace Brad Pitt in 'State of Play'. ... more

Crowe in talks to replace Pitt on State of Play

Nov 26, 2007, 11:06 GMT

Universal Pictures has set its sights on Russell Crowe to replace Brad Pitt for the upcoming State of Play. ... more

Russell Crowe's money vow

Nov 24, 2007, 11:30 GMT

Russell Crowe insists he has never done a movie purely for money. ... more

Russell Crowe's child critics

Nov 9, 2007, 14:30 GMT

Russell Crowe's children don't like his movies. ... more

Russell Crowe's baptism wish

Nov 7, 2007, 12:30 GMT

Russell Crowe wants to get baptised. ... more

Win an American Gangster Prize Pack!

Oct 26, 2007, 16:30 GMT

Oscar winners Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe team up in the new Universal Pictures crime drama to tell the true juggernaut success story of a cult hero from the streets of 1970s Harlem in American Gangster - in theaters November 2nd. ... more

American Gangster soundtrack to be released in November

Oct 3, 2007, 16:32 GMT

On Tuesday, November 6, the Island Def Jam Music Group will release the American Gangster original motion picture soundtrack album. ... more

Russell Crowe featured in sports series on Versus

Oct 1, 2007, 12:53 GMT

American audiences will soon see Russell Crowe in a different role. ... more

Russell Crowe joins Australia's clamour against poker machines

Sep 19, 2007, 10:48 GMT

Sydney - Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe on Wednesday joined a campaign against Australia's infatuation with poker machines. ... more

Crowe and Bale ride to number one at box office

Sep 10, 2007, 6:10 GMT

Russell Crowe and Christian Bale's '3:10 to Yuma,' directed by James Mangold took the well reviewed Lionsgate film for a $13.7 million weekend total. ... more

Good parent Russell Crowe

Aug 31, 2007, 11:14 GMT

Russell Crowe stars in a new good-parenting DVD. ... more

Good parent DVD by Russell Crowe

Aug 31, 2007, 11:13 GMT

Russell Crowe stars in a new good-parenting DVD. ... more

Russell Crowe's sporty son

Aug 25, 2007, 11:00 GMT

Russell Crowe wants his son to be a sports star. ... more

Russell Crowe's Star Trek role

Aug 14, 2007, 13:00 GMT

Russell Crowe is set to play a villain in the new 'Star Trek' movie. ... more

Russell Crow is taking on 'Inferno'

Jun 5, 2007, 17:00 GMT

Russell Crow has set up his own shingle, Fear of God Films and announced his first project, ‘Dolce’s Inferno.’ ... more

Russell Crowe and Anthony LaPaglia's soccer plans

Jun 5, 2007, 11:30 GMT

Russell Crowe is in talks to build a new sports stadium in Sydney, Australia. ... more

Sheriff Russell Crowe

May 1, 2007, 11:30 GMT

Russell Crowe will star in a remake of Robin Hood - as a 'noble' Sheriff of Nottingham. ... more

DVD Review: A Good Year

Mar 5, 2007, 16:08 GMT

Ridley Scott reteams with his ‘Gladiator’ heavy Russell Crowe for this light and fluffy film. It is a picture that seems to be more of an excuse for the talent to take a couple months vacation in Provence to try out their somewhat lacking skills in slapstick comedy and romance. ... more

Crowe axes cheerleaders

Feb 24, 2007, 8:00 GMT

Russell Crowe has outraged sports fans by getting rid of his rugby team's cheerleaders. ... more

Sheriff Russell Crowe

Feb 1, 2007, 13:40 GMT

Russell Crowe is set to play the Sheriff of Nottingham in a new film version of 'Robin Hood'. ... more

Russell Crowe hates to be away from his family

Dec 28, 2006, 8:00 GMT

Russell Crowe misses his children when he is away making movies. ... more

Astrology alert: Don't drive with Bruce Springsteen or Russell Crowe

Dec 23, 2006, 16:41 GMT

Insurance companies are actually as concerned over your Sun sign as much as your zip code in determining risk for accidents. Next time you prang the vehicle, you can blame it on the Zodiac. The worst of the offenders according to InsuranceHotline.com statistics is the cardinal air sign of Libra, the Sun sign of Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas, and the cardinal fire sign of Aries, the Sun sign of Russell Crowe, Rosie O'Donnell, Elton John, Shannen Doherty and Robert Downey Jr. ... more

3:10 To Yuma: Crowe fine but horse is not

Dec 1, 2006, 16:21 GMT

3:10 to Yuma, a Western currently filming in New Mexico, helmed by James Mangold (Walk the Line) has had some problems. The film stars Russell Crowe and Christian Slater. The filmmakers have seen bad luck in the equine department, but now reports surfaced from local sources that Russell Crowe had to visit the local ER for undisclosed reasons. ... more

Russell Crowe dumped by flack

Dec 1, 2006, 12:20 GMT

Russell Crowe has been dumped by his publicist. ... more

'3:10 to Yuma': Horse trouble and Russell Crowe rumors

Dec 1, 2006, 2:18 GMT

3:10 to Yuma, a Western currently filming in New Mexico, helmed by James Mangold (Walk the Line) has had some problems. The film stars Russell Crowe and Christian Slater, has had some bad luck in the equine department, but now reports are surfacing from local sources that Russell Crowe had to visit the local ER. ... more

Russell Crowe's toilet skills, according to Farrell

Nov 16, 2006, 13:40 GMT

Colin Farrell is such a fan of Russell Crowe he would be impressed with him even if all he did in a film was go to the toilet. ... more

Movie Review: A Good Year

Nov 9, 2006, 12:00 GMT

Ridley Scott and Russell Crowe have gone soft. ... more

Russell Crowe: Aussies like it rough and tumble

Nov 3, 2006, 12:10 GMT

Russell Crowe says violence is acceptable in Australia. ... more

Russell Crowe's little costar rather rude

Oct 30, 2006, 14:50 GMT

Russell Crowe was snubbed by his 14-year-old co-star on the set of his new film. ... more

Russell Crowe's Gladiator comeback

Oct 30, 2006, 8:00 GMT

Russell Crowe has revealed he would love to make 'Gladiator 2'. ... more

Twentieth Century Fox, Women & Wine® host ‘A Good Year’

Oct 27, 2006, 13:29 GMT

Twentieth Century Fox has partnered with Women & Wine®, to host special screenings of ‘A Good Year.’ ... more

Russell Crowe's family plan

Oct 24, 2006, 7:10 GMT

Russell Crowe would rather be a great father than a great actor. ... more

Russell Crowe too old for any action

Oct 23, 2006, 10:00 GMT

Russell Crowe thinks he is too old to be an action hero. ... more

Russell Crowe's corked w(h)ine, bad wine or faulty tastebuds?

Oct 20, 2006, 10:51 GMT

Russell Crowe complained in a top London restaurant because his £3,500 bottle of wine was corked. ... more

Russell Crowe: Real day to day life better than celebrity

Oct 17, 2006, 17:06 GMT

Russell Crowe insists becoming a dad has allowed him to turn his back on fame. ... more

Russell Crowe upset at talk of Irwin biopic role

Sep 26, 2006, 10:33 GMT

Sydney - Oscar-winner and Australian resident Russell Crowe said Tuesday he was 'appalled' at rumours he was keen on the lead role in any tribute film to the late wildlife-documentary maker Steve Irwin. ... more

Russell Crowe not discussing plans on Irwin biopic

Sep 26, 2006, 2:29 GMT

Actor Russell Crowe has refuted all reports that he was in discussion to play the character of Steve Irwin in a movie about the Crocodile Hunter. ... more

Russell Crowe's Irwin tribute

Sep 13, 2006, 17:22 GMT

Russell Crowe is organizing a tribute concert to the late 'Crocodile Hunter' Steve Irwin. ... more

Russell Crowe in car accident

Jul 11, 2006, 16:30 GMT

Oscar winner Russell Crowe damaged his Mercedes on Saturday after visiting his wife Danielle Spencer and newborn son Tennyson in the hospital. ... more

Friends of Kristofferson take a pilgrimage on new album celebrating his career

Jul 10, 2006, 13:46 GMT

In honor of his 70th birthday, friends of Kris Kristofferson will take a pilgrimage of sorts through the singer/songwriter’s career with the release of ‘The Pilgrim: A Celebration of Kris Kristofferson.’ ... more

Russell Crowe and wife have baby boy

Jul 7, 2006, 14:22 GMT

Russell Crowe, 42, and his wife, Danielle Spencer, 35, have welcomed a baby boy, according to the actor's rep, Grant Vandenberg. ... more

Sony drops Mangold, again!

Jun 24, 2006, 12:30 GMT

For the second time in his career, director James Mangold’s project in pre-production has been put on “turnaround” by Sony Pictures. ... more

Jackman takes over for Ledger who took over for Crowe who...

Jun 7, 2006, 17:02 GMT

First it was Russell Crowe who wanted script review but didn’t get it, who then was bumped by Heath Ledger who said he really didn’t want the part anyway and now we have Wolverine, ugh, Hugh Jackman to star in Baz Luhrmann’s epic romantic actioner set in Australia just prior to WWII. ... more

Crowe barred from Luhrmann epic

Jun 4, 2006, 11:47 GMT

Sydney - Russell Crowe confirmed Sunday that Australian director Baz Luhrmann had scratched him from the epic romance that was to see the New Zealander play alongside fellow Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman. ... more

Luhrmann reportedly goes with Ledger after Crowe flies

May 31, 2006, 10:36 GMT

Sydney - There was no word Wednesday from Australian director Baz Luhrmann on a report in the New York Post that his 'sweeping romance' to rival 'Gone with the Wind' will star 'Brokeback Mountain' actor Health Ledger and Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman as lovers. ... more

Kidman up, Crowe down, in Australia's rich list

Apr 12, 2006, 13:53 GMT

Sydney - Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman and country music star Keith Urban, widely disbelieved when they protest they are just good friends, are the richest individuals in Australia's entertainment industry, business magazine BRW reported Wednesday. ... more

Hollywood superstar Crowe angers anti-smokers

Apr 2, 2006, 0:21 GMT

Wellington - Film star Russell Crowe broke New Zealand's anti-smoking laws when he puffed his way through a concert with his band, the Ordinary Fear of God, at an Auckland casino, a newspaper reported Sunday. ... more

Actor Russell Crowe buys Australian rugby club

Mar 19, 2006, 10:35 GMT

Sydney - Hollywood actor Russell Crowe achieved a lifelong ambition Sunday when he became part-owner of struggling Australian rugby league club South Sydney. ... more

Australian Gone with the Wind to star Kidman, Crowe

Feb 23, 2006, 14:08 GMT

Sydney - A 'sweeping romance' to rival Gone with the Wind and starring Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe as star-crossed lovers will start rehearsals in the United States next month and begin filming in Australia before the end of the year, Sydney-based director Baz Luhrmann said Thursday. ... more

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Russell Crowe to Direct The Long Green Shore

Sep 24, 2004, 0:28 GMT

Russell Crowe is has set his sights on making his directorial debut with a film based on the John Hepworth novel The Long Green Shore. ... more

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