Paramount Pictures has unveiled a new trailer for the legendary comedy«Focker-In-Law»—2026.

The fourth installment in the beloved franchise brings Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro and Owen Wilson back to the big screen, joined by Ariana Grande. Following her success in «Wicked», the singer continues to balance her music career with her work in film.

The story centers on Henry, now all grown up — the son of Greg Focker (Ben Stiller) and Pam (Teri Polo). The young man is planning to marry his girlfriend, Olivia Jones (Ariana Grande).

Olivia quickly wins over Henry’s family, including his notoriously strict grandfather, Jack Byrnes (Robert De Niro). Greg, however, is far from thrilled about his son’s choice. The reason turns out to be rather unexpected: Olivia works as an FBI negotiator and decides to put her professional skills to use to help Henry break free from his complicated and overly dependent relationship with his father.

The film is directed and written by John Hamburg, who also worked on the first two installments of the franchise.

The film is scheduled for a worldwide release on November 26, 2026.

The original story, meanwhile, hit theaters in 2000. The first films followed nurse Greg Focker as he tried to make a good impression on his girlfriend Pam’s parents and win their approval for the couple to marry. The comedy franchise went on to earn around $1.13 billion at the global box office.

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«Harry Potter» fans have finally got their first full-length look at HBO’s new series.

Viewers will return to Hogwarts on Christmas Day, December 25, 2026. The first season will focus on the events of the novel «Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone» and will consist of eight episodes.

The trailer features plenty of familiar moments from the first book, including the Sorting Ceremony, where the Sorting Hat assigns students to their houses, festive feasts for the first-year students, their first broomstick flights, Quidditch matches and more.

This time, the story of the young wizard will be brought to life by an entirely new cast. The title role will be played by Dominic McLaughlin, who was chosen from more than 30,000 applicants. Alastair Stout will portray Ron Weasley, while Arabella Stanton will take on the role of Hermione Granger.

One of the key features of the new project is expected to be its close adherence to the original books. HBO plans to dedicate each season to a separate novel.

Interestingly, the series is already being described as one of the most expensive television productions in history. The budget for the first season is estimated at around $300 million.

Meanwhile, filming on the second season is expected to begin in the coming weeks. It will be based on the novel «Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets».

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In September 2026, Vienna and the surrounding area will host family fairs, theatre performances, children’s races and historical festivals. The INSIDER.AT editorial team has selected 11 leisure ideas — complete with verified dates, prices, official pages and direct links to each location.

Jedleseer Großkirtag

From 4 to 6 September, Floridsdorf will host the 154th edition of its traditional family fair. The programme includes fairground rides, a dedicated children’s area, live music, food and entertainment for the whole family.

When: 4–6 September, 09:00–22:00

Where: Lorettowiese and Anton-Bosch-Gasse, 1210 Vienna

Admission: free

Suitable for: the whole family

A children’s version of «The Magic Flute» at the Schönbrunn Marionette Theatre

The Schönbrunn Palace Marionette Theatre will present a child-friendly version of Mozart’s opera «The Magic Flute». The performance lasts approximately 75 minutes, including a 15-minute interval, and is recommended for children aged three and over.

Performances in September are scheduled for 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 and 27 September. Each performance begins at 16:00.

Where: Schönbrunn Palace Marionette Theatre, Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47, 1130 Vienna

Age: 3 and over

Tickets: €17 for children and €24 for adults

REMASURI — Wiener Sinne

On 5 September, Wollzeile will be transformed into the setting for a major street festival. Visitors can enjoy performances by musicians and dancers, craft stalls, food and a dedicated children’s programme.

The festival will run along Wollzeile, with the main stage located near the Simpl cabaret theatre.

When: 5 September, 10:00–17:00

Where: Wollzeile, with the main stage near Wollzeile 36, 1010 Vienna

Admission: free

Suitable for: the whole family

Wiener Feuerwehrfest

From 11 to 13 September, Vienna’s Central Fire Station will host a free festival marking the 340th anniversary of the city’s professional fire brigade.

Children will have the chance to try «putting out a fire» with a real fire hose and ride up on a turntable ladder. The programme will also include demonstrations and an exhibition of historic firefighting vehicles.

When: 11–13 September, 09:00–17:00

Where: Central Fire Station, Am Hof 9, 1010 Vienna

Admission: free, no registration required

Suitable for: the whole family

Sportfreunde-Kinder Charity-Kinderlauf

A charity race for children will take place at the LA Zentrum sports centre on 12 September. Distances vary according to age — from a short race of approximately 20 metres for the youngest participants to a 1.2-kilometre course for older children.

A warm-up will be held before the races, and every participant will receive a medal and a small gift.

When: 12 September; the event begins at 09:00, with children’s races expected to start at around 10:00

Where: LA Zentrum, Meiereistraße 18, 1020 Vienna

Cost: €20 per child, plus the online service fee

Registration: until 18:00 on 9 September or until all places have been filled

«Schattenparty» at the LILARUM theatre

Vienna’s LILARUM puppet theatre will present «Schattenparty». The production features five «invisible» puppeteers and is accompanied by original music.

The performance lasts approximately 35 minutes and is followed by a break. The theatre’s detailed event page recommends the production for children aged four and over.

A special offer will be available from 13 to 27 September: children who bring a bag of chestnuts to a daytime performance may receive a free ticket. Places are limited, so advance booking is recommended. Adults must purchase a regular ticket.

When: 12–27 September, according to the theatre’s schedule

Where: LILARUM Puppet Theatre, Göllnergasse 8, 1030 Vienna

Age: 4 and over

Tickets: €11 online or €12 at the box office

Wiener Kaiser Wiesn

From 24 September to 11 October, the Wiener Kaiser Wiesn will take place on the Kaiserwiese in the Prater — Vienna’s answer to Oktoberfest.

The festival grounds will feature three large tents and five Alpine-style lodges. Admission is free during the day, while tickets are required for evening programmes in the main tents.

An important rule for families: after 18:00, children under six are not permitted inside the festival tents or Almen lodges.

When: 24 September–11 October

Where: Kaiserwiese, Prater, 1020 Vienna

Admission: free during the day; evening events in the tents require tickets

Bee Happy Run

The environmentally focused Bee Happy Run will take place in the Prater on 26 September. Children will run for 15 minutes around a 750-metre circuit.

Every completed lap helps fund the protection of 15 square metres of flowering habitat for bees around Vienna for one year.

The younger participants in the Minis category will start at 09:30, followed by the Juniors at 10:00.

When: 26 September

Where: near Luftburg-Kolarik, Prater Hauptallee 121, 1020 Vienna

Age: up to 15 years

Cost: €7 until 9 September, then €8 until registration closes on 23 September

Day trips from Vienna

Roman Festival at Carnuntum

On 5 and 6 September, the Carnuntum Archaeological Park will host a festival dedicated to life in Ancient Rome.

Visitors will encounter legionaries, gladiators and barbarians, discover ancient Roman crafts and take part in a special children’s programme.

When: 5–6 September, 09:00–18:00

Where: Roman City of Carnuntum, Hauptstraße 1A, 2404 Petronell-Carnuntum

Tickets: €16 for adults, €14 concession, and €8 for children aged 6 to 18; admission is free for children under 6

Medieval Festival in Eggenburg

On 12 and 13 September, Eggenburg’s historic centre will transport visitors back to the Middle Ages. The organisers have announced more than 150 programme highlights, including knightly displays, a craft market, music, theatrical performances and entertainment for children.

On 12 September, a special historic train will also run from Vienna Central Station to Eggenburg.

When: 12 September, 10:00–22:00; 13 September, 09:00–18:00

Where: historic centre and Hauptplatz, 3730 Eggenburg

One-day ticket: €12

Children under 14: free

Two-day ticket: €20 in advance

Some activities cost extra: standing admission to the knight tournament is €5, entry to the wall walk and tower is €2, and the fire show is €2.

Dragon Festival at Forchtenstein Castle

On 26 and 27 September, Forchtenstein Castle will host a children’s «Dragon Festival». The three-and-a-half-hour programme includes puzzles, workshops, a light show, a large inflatable attraction, face painting and a magic performance.

The ticket also includes a self-guided visit to the castle.

When: 26–27 September

Time slots: 09:30–13:00 or 14:00–17:30

Where: Forchtenstein Castle, Melinda Esterházy-Platz 1, 7212 Forchtenstein

Recommended age: 4 and over

Tickets: €19 in advance or €22 at the box office; €2 for children under 3

Before setting out, it is worth checking the schedule once again on the chosen event’s official website. Organisers may change the times or conditions of participation.

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It is both joyful and bittersweet news for «Emily in Paris» fans: Netflix has announced the premiere date for the sixth and final season of the hit series. The final chapter of Emily Cooper’s story will arrive on December 24.

Along with the announcement, the streaming service unveiled the first images from the new episodes, hinting that the final season will take Emily beyond Paris. Filming took place in Greece and Monaco, meaning the show’s familiar French setting will this time be complemented by sunny resorts, seaside landscapes and new locations.

Series creator Darren Star previously suggested that, in the final episodes, Emily will finally have to make some definitive choices — not only in love, but also when it comes to her career.

Lily Collins, Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, William Abadie, Lucien Laviscount, Minnie Driver and Paul Forman will all reprise their roles.

«Emily in Paris» premiered on Netflix in autumn 2020 and almost immediately became one of the platform’s most recognizable and successful hits.

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Tim Burton celebrates his 68th birthday on August 25. The director and screenwriter is known as the «master of dark fairy tales».

Burton’s films are instantly recognizable from the very first frames: gloomy sets, eccentric characters, black humor, a touch of absurdity, themes of death, and heroes who seem to have accidentally found themselves in a world that is completely foreign to them.

Today, the director is regarded as the king of Gothic cinema. His filmography includes more than 25 feature films and 13 shorts, while his best-known works include «Beetlejuice», «Batman», «Edward Scissorhands», «Sleepy Hollow», «Charlie and the Chocolate Factory», «Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street», «Alice in Wonderland» and the series «Wednesday».

Burton’s love of dark stories began in childhood. Tim was born in Burbank in August 1958. His parents owned a small business called Cats Plus, a shop selling cat-themed goods. The family lived comfortably, but that did little to make the future director’s childhood any less gloomy.

While other children played outside, Burton chose a very different place for his walks. Instead of running around with the neighborhood kids, he would head to Valhalla Cemetery, not far from his family home.

There, the boy would sit on the graves and talk to himself about death, the dead and the difficult fate of gravediggers. When his parents discovered these excursions, they were horrified. To stop their son from escaping to the cemetery, they even boarded up the windows of his room, leaving only a small opening.

As a result, Burton’s childhood became even more secluded. He spent much of his time in his room, drawing his own strange characters and inventing entire worlds for them. Those drawings would later become a kind of foundation for his distinctive artistic style.

Burton began his career as an animator at Disney. He later created his own unmistakable cinematic universe, where darkness coexists effortlessly with humor, and Gothic aesthetics blend with fairy-tale elements. His characters became part of pop culture, while Burton himself became one of the few directors whose style can be recognized from just a handful of frames.

That is why, on his 68th birthday, we are looking back at some of the director’s most interesting quotes.

On himself

«I was always misunderstood. You know, I could dress up as a clown and laugh along with a cheerful crowd, and people would still say I was a gloomy guy.»

«I liked thinking that I perceived everything differently from other people.»

«If I had a choice between going to a meeting with studio executives or changing diapers, I would choose the diapers.»

«They told me you can’t kill Jack Nicholson. So I had to give him two roles and kill him twice.»

On cinema

«Making movies is an expensive form of therapy for me.»

«You have to feel like you’re creating the greatest masterpiece, even if it’s complete nonsense.»

«Actually, I don’t have a single film that would fit the classic «horror movie» category. And that’s rather funny, because I probably prefer that genre to all the others.»

«I think the ending will feel much more life-affirming if the audience is left to work it out for themselves. Artificial happy endings have always seemed like a form of psychosis to me.»

On freedom

«When you don’t have too many friends, you feel a strange kind of freedom.»

«Madness is, in some terrible way, the greatest freedom available to a person, because then they are no longer confined by the boundaries of society.»

On Hollywood and technology

«In Hollywood, they think hand-drawn animation is no longer needed and that everything should be done by computers. Pixar makes its animated films using computers, and everyone else tries to copy them. Everyone relies on technology and forgets about the artists.»

Photo: Depositphotos, Instagram @timburton

A new controversy appears to be brewing around the Eurovision Song Contest 2027. Another country has decided to boycott the competition. The Netherlands will not take part in next year’s contest.

Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS said it no longer considers the music event sufficiently neutral and does not see any guarantees in the EBU’s new rules that could change the situation. According to the broadcaster, international politics is increasingly finding its way into a competition that has traditionally been presented as a musical event that brings Europe together.

«There is no denying that international conflicts are increasingly affecting the competition, undermining its neutral character. As a result, the Eurovision Song Contest has become a platform for division», AVROTROS said in a statement.

The Netherlands’ main concern is Israel’s participation against the backdrop of the war in Gaza. Over the past year, the country has called on the European Broadcasting Union to establish clear rules for countries involved in military conflicts.

The EBU partially responded to these demands and announced changes. However, the Netherlands considers them insufficient.

«The changes recently announced by the EBU do not provide sufficient assurance that the independent and neutral nature of the Eurovision Song Contest has been restored», AVROTROS stressed.

And this is not the first boycott: Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and Iceland have also joined the move.

As a reminder, the next contest is due to take place in Bulgaria. This year, singer DARA brought the victory to the country.

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British pop star Dua Lipa is the cover star of the September issue of Vogue Italia, where she gives her first interview since marrying actor Callum Turner. The singer, who recently celebrated her 31st birthday, opens up about this new chapter of her life, her relationship with her husband, her career and the way she sees herself.

According to Lipa, she and Turner received plenty of advice ahead of their wedding, but decided to follow only two pieces of it. The first was not to think of themselves as the main characters at a major event, but rather to behave as though they had come to the celebration as guests themselves.

«We decided to spend the day as if we were guests ourselves. It made us less nervous and allowed us to have much more fun», Dua says.

The second rule was to keep finding each other’s eyes among the guests. It may sound like a small thing, but it helped the couple stay connected amid the whirlwind of the celebration and focus on one another.

«Callum and I kept trying to find each other among the people so that we wouldn’t lose sight of each other. Because of that, we have so many shared memories», the singer shares.

After turning 30, Lipa says she began looking at life in a completely different way. While she used to be inclined to control everything and demand perfection from herself, she has now learned to leave room for spontaneity.

«A few years ago, I would never have done something like that. I was too much of a perfectionist. But I left that part of myself in my twenties», the artist says.

These days, Dua places greater value on simple things, personal comfort and the freedom to be herself.

«I’m interested in different things now — or, more precisely, in things that feel more human and real. Over time, I’ve learned to be kinder to myself», she admits.

Dua also says she feels lucky to have found a husband who understands her approach to work and her constant desire to grow.

«I’m lucky to be with someone who loves working just as much as I do. We understand and support each other», the singer says.

She also admits: «I feel at home wherever my husband is».

The singer also spoke about music and how her creative interests have evolved.

In the past, her songs often grew out of stories about searching for love, breakups and heartbreak. Now that she has found love, she wants to explore a different side of relationships in her music — not the moment of falling in love, but what happens afterward.

«Now I want to find out what happens after you find love. I’m interested in the complexity of relationships, their quieter moments, the little things», Lipa explains.

During her conversation with Vogue, Lipa also reflected on her childhood and her family history.

Her parents are originally from Kosovo. In 1992, they moved to London to escape the war, and after the conflict ended, they returned to Pristina.

At 15, Dua herself moved to London once again: «I loved living in Kosovo, but I felt that London, where I was born, could offer me more opportunities. So, at 15, I returned there on my own».

Her parents supported their daughter’s decision and believed in her dream: «My parents trusted me and believed in me. We had always been friends, but after that decision, they became my best friends».

In London, the future star finished school, took a gap year, worked as a waitress and sent out music demos.

Photo: vogue.it

Thirty-year-old Jaafar Jackson, nephew of the «King of Pop» Michael Jackson and the star of the singer’s biopic, is the cover star of the latest issue of GQ Middle East.

In the interview, the actor opened up about the three years he spent embodying his famous uncle and candidly admitted that the experience significantly changed the way he views his own music career.

According to Jaafar, preparing for the role was far from easy. He tried to understand Michael as deeply as possible, with the singer’s personal writings playing a particularly important role in that process. Jaafar had access to Jackson’s diaries, which helped him see the legendary performer not only as a global superstar, but as a person with dreams, doubts and a very direct outlook on life.

«Many of those entries were written almost through the eyes of a child — very adventurous, naive and inspired», the actor said.

One particular note stayed with Jaafar. It read: «As soon as I step outside, I want 10,000 people to freeze in place and just look at me».

The three years he spent portraying the legendary musician also had an impact on Jackson himself. The actor admitted that working on the biopic even changed his attitude toward his own musical ambitions.

Jaafar is a musician himself, but he confessed that after the experience of working on the biopic, it has become difficult for him to imagine performing onstage in the same way under his own name.

«I got the best I could possibly get as an artist onstage — as Michael. Doing the same thing as Jaafar would just be strange», he said.

The actor also reflected on a possible sequel to the biopic. He hopes the second installment will allow audiences to see the events more clearly from Michael Jackson’s perspective.

In his view, this is particularly important given the numerous allegations that have surrounded the musician’s name for decades.

«I think the second film will give even more understanding from his point of view, because ultimately all the allegations always came from someone else. It’s someone else’s story, someone else’s idea of what happened, largely dictated by a certain agenda. And Michael’s voice was not heard», the artist said.

At the same time, Jaafar is not revealing any specific details about the future script. All that is currently known is that production on the sequel is expected to begin in late 2026 or early 2027. There is no confirmed release date yet.

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Angelina Jolie is back in the director’s chair. The trailer for the Hollywood actress’s new film has been released online — the psychological war drama «Without Blood», starring Salma Hayek.

The film is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Italian writer Alessandro Baricco. Set at the beginning of the 20th century, the story follows Nina, whose family is murdered while she miraculously survives. Years later, she sets out to find the man she believes is responsible for the deaths of her loved ones. Still haunted by trauma and consumed by a desire for revenge, Nina finally gets the chance to act on it.

The film goes beyond a story of revenge, exploring themes of memory, war, psychological trauma and the possibility of forgiveness.

For Salma Hayek, the role proved to be a deeply challenging experience. In an earlier interview, the actress revealed that she initially turned down the part because she found the material emotionally overwhelming.

«I didn’t want to be in this movie. I didn’t want to go through the same emotional turmoil as Nina. I told Angie: I don’t want to play this woman. It’s too painful. It took me so many years to reach a place where I’m truly happy. I don’t want to suffer for weeks and weeks», Hayek emphasized.

However, Jolie eventually managed to persuade her close friend to join the project.

Interestingly, Angelina Jolie’s sons Maddox and Pax were also involved in the production. They worked on the project as assistant directors.

«Without Blood» premiered back in September 2024 at the Toronto International Film Festival.

The film is set to receive its worldwide theatrical release on September 18, 2026.

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«The Housemaid» is getting a sequel. The second installment, titled «The Housemaid’s Secret», is scheduled to premiere on December 17, 2027, Deadline reports.

The film will continue the story of Millie Calloway and, like the first installment, will be based on a novel by American author Freida McFadden.

Sydney Sweeney will return in the lead role for the sequel. She will once again play Millie — a young woman who, after the events of the first film, decides to start a new life and takes a job as a housemaid in another home. However, what initially appears to be a quiet job soon turns into another dangerous ordeal.

In the sequel, Millie barely ever sees the woman who owns the house, while something unsettling is happening behind one of the locked doors. As events unfold, she begins to question everyone around her. According to media reports, the mystery Millie uncovers this time promises to be even darker than the events of the first film. Sweeney will also serve as one of the executive producers.

Hollywood star Kirsten Dunst is joining the cast. She will play Wendy Garrick, the owner of the house. Her husband, billionaire Douglas Garrick, will be played by Paul Anthony Kelly, known for «American Love Story». Brittany Snow will also appear in the film.

Michele Morrone will reprise his role as the gardener, Enzo. Meanwhile, Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar will not return for the second installment.

As with the first film, the sequel will be directed by Paul Feig. Production on «The Housemaid’s Secret» is scheduled to begin in fall 2026.

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