Nicholson's Wet, Hot, French SummerThe acclaimed actor reclaims the good times during French Riviera vacation. Aug 6, 2009
Nicholson, who cherishes his hometown Los Angeles Lakers basketball team just as much as vacationing, will star in the tentatively titled "How Do You Know?," slated for release this year and co-starring , Paul Rudd and Owen Wilson. Here's a look at Nicholson's wild holiday in the sun. (ABC News)
Daily TV guide Aug 1, 2009
Wondrous car -toon about a cocky hot rod (voice of Owen Wilson). G (2006). (Boston Globe)
Review: 'Funny People' more than just laughs Aug 1, 2009
Almost in passing, "Funny People" satirizes bad TV sitcoms and pathetic formula comedies: Among George's credits are "Mer-man" and "My Best Friend Is a Robot," in which he is supposed to have co-starred with Owen Wilson. Serious at heart. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Mr Fox film to premiere in London Jul 28, 2009
Clooney and Streep provide the voices of Mr and Mrs Fox, with additional voices provided by Bill Murray as Badger, Owen Wilson as Coach Skip, and Willem Dafoe as Rat. Anderson - who also directed The Royal Tenenbaums and The Darjeeling Limited - said: "Fantastic Mr Fox is a British film, based on a Roald Dahl book, set in the UK, produced in the UK, and so I am especially pleased to have been invited to the opening night movie of this year's London Film Festival.". (BBC News -- UK)
Daily television and radio guide Jul 22, 2009
Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Snoop Dogg. PG-13 (2004). (Boston Globe)
Married Too Young? Jul 20, 2009
Despite the birth of their son, Ryder, in 2004, the couple separated in 2006 amid rumors that she was having an affair with her "You, Me, and Dupree" co-star Owen Wilson. Although she adamantly denied the claims, Kate and Owen did become a public couple not long after. (Fox News)
Washington: the hottest living movie studios Jul 13, 2009
The romantic comedy, which has a working title of "How Do You Know" and also stars Owen Wilson and Paul Judd as two men vying for Witherspoon's affections, recently wrapped up several weeks of filming in Washington. Earlier this year, Angelina Jolie filmed several takes of a scene for the spy thriller "Salt" outside the Archives-Navy Memorial Metro station in downtown DC.. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Air travel: These films are cleared for takeoff Jul 4, 2009
"Starsky ": If people only watched movies on airplanes, Ben Stiller, above, and Owen Wilson would each have a pair of Oscars by now. "Trains Unlimited - Great Train Disasters" (1997): I saw this History Channel documentary coming back from Europe a few years ago, and, to my surprise, it made me feel a lot better about being on an airplane. (San Francisco Chronicle)
5 nuggets of knowledge about fireworks Jul 1, 2009
Before turning up in movies like Night at the Museum and this year s sequel Battle of the Smithsonian , Owen Wilson and brother Luke ( The Royal Tenebaums , recurring role on That 70s Show , Blades of Glory , to name a few) starred in the 1996 off-the-wall independent flick Bottle Rocket. The plot centers around the always goofy Dignan (Owen Wilson) who concocts a bumbling scheme to launch a life of crime with his reluctant and direction-less friend Anthony (Luke Wilson) ... Oh, yeah; there is a... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Movie pirates funding terrorists Jun 28, 2009
Marley and Me starring Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson one of the films copied by movie pirates. RAMPANT movie piracy is costing the Australian film industry more than $233 million a year and affects at least 50,000 workers. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Top wedding movies Jun 25, 2009
Wedding Crashers (2005) A comedy starring Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson with enough bromance and romance for groomsmen and bridesmaids alike. Leave a Reply. (The Palm Beach Post)
Celebrity birthday wishes for Aung San Suu Kyi Jun 19, 2009
(signed by dozens including George Clooney, Drew Barrymore, David Beckham, Bono, Matthew Broderick, Sandra Bullock, James Carville, Daniel Craig, John Cusack, Matt Damon, Robert De Niro, Jake Gyllenhaal, Vaclav Havel, Helen Hunt, Anjelica Huston, Scarlett Johansson, Nicole Kidman, Ashton Kutcher, Norman Lear, Madonna, Mary Matalin, Sarah Jessica Parker, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Meg Ryan, George Soros, Steven Spielberg, Meryl Streep, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Naomi Watts, Elie Wiesel, Owen... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
D.C. is suddenly a pretty cool district Jun 19, 2009
Owen Wilson, Paul Rudd and Reese Witherspoon are here shooting a romantic comedy, so far officially untitled. Witherspoon was seen sprinting down the National Mall for a scene earlier this week, while Wilson has been spotted during off hours touring Jefferson's Monticello, near Charlottesville, Va. (USA Today -- Life)
Soprano family values Jun 17, 2009
Owen Wilson is finally moving on from Kate Hudson - with a younger look-alike. Usher says he and his wife separated five months before their second son's birth. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
What's showing (June 11) Jun 16, 2009
Starring: Ben Stiller, Amy Adams, Hank Azaria, Owen Wilson, Steve Coogan. Rated PG for mild action and brief language. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
D.C. lands movie project starring Reese Witherspoon Jun 5, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) Columbia Pictures plans to shoot a film in Washington starring Reese Witherspoon, Owen Wilson and Paul Rudd. Mayor Adrian Fenty announced the movie plans Thursday and said the film crew will provide training to some D.C. students. (USA Today -- Life)
Anaconda Review Jun 4, 2009
Owen Wilson is his usual love-him/hate-him-self, but his naivete proves somewhat refreshing here. Jennifer Lopez is given the thankless "Ripley" role ; the stalwart component gumming up the snake hunter's diabolical plan. (IGN FilmForce)
Pals Were Too Busy For Ben Stiller Jun 2, 2009
Robert De Niro's rep said, "Of course, [De Niro] would have loved to be there, but he's filming in Chicago." Owen Wilson "would have been there if he wasn't working." Dustin Hoffman is "out of the country. He would have loved to present to Ben at the MTV Movie Awards." Amy Adams, Bill Hader and Jack Black were also too busy. MTV Networks Music Group President Van Toffler said, "Ben's a great guy. We love him, our audience loves him and his award moment went off as planned.". (New York Post -- Gossip)
'Twilight' Tryst Vs. 'Slumdog' Smooch: Who Will Win Best Kiss? May 29, 2009
This year, Paul Rudd and Thomas Lennon are nominated for a kiss in "I Love You, Man" and James Franco and Sean Penn are also nominated for the decidedly more serious "Milk." There have been five same-sex winners in the past, if you count Owen Wilson, Carmen Electra and Amy Smart's shared smooch in 2004. The most famous lips in Hollywood have been nominated once again, as Angelina Jolie is in contention for her sexy kiss with James McAvoy in the action hit "Wanted." Jolie was previously nominated... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Ranking Pixar's Movies May 27, 2009
Directed by Pixar honcho John Lasseter and the late Joe Ranft, the film tells the tale of Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson), a rookie racecar who learns that winning isn't everything. Which, one supposes, is easy for Lasseter and his team to preach, now that they've basically won everything themselves. (IGN FilmForce)
'Museum' fun to film for cast and crew May 26, 2009
(CNN) -- When a film cast includes names like Ben Stiller, Robin Williams and Owen Wilson, a bit of improvisation on set is to be expected. Ben Stiller and the gang are back in "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian.". (CNN -- Showbiz)
Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian May 24, 2009
Ricky Gervais, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson and Steve Coogan return to the roles they played in the original and they're joined by Amy Adams as Amelia Earhart and Hank Azaria, who settles so naturally into the part of the wicked Pharaoh Kahmunrah that his hubris alone is enough to save the picture. His grandiloquent manner is accessorised by an aristocratic lisp and an incurable grudge against his big brother, who happens to have been the pharaoh with the cuneiform tablet responsible for bringing... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Review: Too much crammed into one `Night' May 23, 2009
In this film publicity image released by Twentieth Century Fox, Egyptian pharaoh Kahmunrah, portrayed by Hank Azaria, is shown in a scene from, "Night at the Museum They don't.The follow-up to the enormous 2006 hit "Night at the Museum" heaps on the historical figures and crams them into not one but two museums, with the end result feeling crazed, scattered and desperate. So many new characters have been added to the ones who appeared in the original film, and director Shawn Levy flits between... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
'Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian': Full House, By Kurt Loder May 23, 2009
Since some of these unwanted items like the miniature Roman noble Octavius (Steve Coogan) and cowboy figurine Jedediah (Owen Wilson) are old friends, Larry is alarmed. And when he learns after the relocation that the Tablet has gone missing, he flies down to the capital to help avert a supernatural crisis. (VHI.com -- Music News)
A magical, hilarious 'Night at the Museum' May 23, 2009
So fun, in fact, were the characters, that you can overlook the plot, waiting instead for the next confrontation between Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) and Kahmunrah (Hank Azaria), or any scene involving the dynamic duo of Jedediah Smith (Owen Wilson) and Octavius (Steve Coogan) ... Children will enjoy the action and some of the more kid-oriented humor, while adults will love Smithsonian artifacts and references to history, as well as some of the older-audience humor, such as miniature Owen Wilson... (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Review: Battlefield Monumental In 'Museum 2' May 23, 2009
Current conditions for local cities. Review: Battlefield Monumental In 'Museum 2. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Too much crammed into one ‘Night’ May 22, 2009
Besides returning stars Ben Stiller, Ricky Gervais, Owen Wilson, Steve Coogan and Robin Williams, now we have Amy Adams, Hank Azaria, Christopher Guest, Jonah Hill and Bill Hader. Craig Robinson, Mindy Kaling and Jay Baruchel are severely squandered they get maybe two lines apiece. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Ben Stiller Returns To The "Museum" May 22, 2009
Stiller went on to talk about the craziness on set with funnymen, Ricky Gervais, Robin Williams and Owen Wilson, etc. as well as his leading lady, Amy Adams, who plays Amelia Earhart. (CBS News)
Not much new or funny in second visit to 'Museum' May 22, 2009
People, Mr. Daly, want the next thing," says a character to ex-museum guard Larry Daly (Ben Stiller) in "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian," and there's Hollywood's rationale for sequelitis in an over-budgeted, computer-generated nutshell. The follow-up to the surprise 2006 hit movie reeks of No. 2: It's bigger, noisier, shinier, and dumber, and it has no earthly reason to exist. The kids will scarf it down like junk food and move on.Still, let's savor the few pieces of wit that... (Boston Globe)
* [ FILM REVIEW] : A must-see Museum May 22, 2009
STARRING: Ben Stiller (Larry Daley), Amy Adams (Amelia Earhart), Owen Wilson (Jedediah Smith), Hank Azaria (Kahmunrah/The Thinker/Abe Lincoln), Robin Williams (Teddy Roosevelt), Christopher Guest (Ivan the Terrible), Alain Chabat (Napoleon Bonaparte), Steve Coogan (Octavius) ... That hardly seems like a fair fight since Larrys comrades are either miniature (Owen Wilson and Steve Coogan reprising their roles), deluded lunatics (Bill Hader as General George Armstrong Custer) or Neanderthals. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
What's Playing May 21, 2009
Amy Adams, Robin Williams and Owen Wilson co-star for director Shawn Levy. (Rene Rodriguez, McClatchy Newspapers) 105 min. PG. Beechwood: Noon, 1:30, 2:30, 4, 5, 6:30, 7:30, 9 and 9:55 p.m. daily; Carmike: 12:45, 1:45, 3:15, 4:30, 5:45, 7:15, 8:10 and 9:40 p.m. daily, with additional shows at 10:35 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 12:05 a.m. Saturday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Stiller back for more monkeying around May 21, 2009
Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson chat about seeing themselves on the IMAX screen and the latest on "Zoolander 2." Plus, they laugh over Ben not wanting to hire Owen after his so-so audition for "The Cable Guy.". Access Hollywood. (MSNBC -- News)
'Terminator,' Stiller in franchise fracas May 21, 2009
Sequel reteams director Shawn Levy and Stiller, Owen Wilson and Robin Williams. Amy Adams and Hank Azaria join the cast. (Variety)
'Night at the Museum 2' May 21, 2009
That is, until tiny Jedediah Smith (Owen Wilson) calls in a panic. The tablet that brings the displays to life is at the Smithsonian, too. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
A seemingly endless Battle of the Smithsonian May 20, 2009
Starring: Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Amy Adams, Hank AzariaDirector: Shawn Levy Director: 1 hour, 45 minutesMPAA rating: PG ... Larry rushes to the capital after getting a phone call from tiny cowboy Jedediah (Owen Wilson), who informs him that the mischievous capuchin monkey from the first movie has brought the plate with them and that its fallen into the hands of evil Egyptian king Kahmunrah (Azaria) ... Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson chat about seeing themselves on the IMAX screen and the... (MSNBC -- Movies)
Summer Surprises: Unexpected Movie Hits May 20, 2009
Wedding Crashers": Another wedding movie party, "Wedding Crashers," was a big hit with moviegoers in 2005, as the modestly budgeted $40 million comedy starring Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn took in $209 million in North American ticket sales.Comedies generally do well at the summer movie box office, but the $200 million-plus take for "Wedding Crashers" elevated the film to its blockbuster status.The movie, about a pair of buddies (Wilson and Vaughn) who unexpectedly find love at a wedding they... (Click2Houston, TX)
Smithsonian gets top billing in 'Night at the Museum' May 19, 2009
The film, starring Ben Stiller, Amy Adams, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson and Hank Azaria, makes its debut Thursday night in some markets and nationwide Friday. Frequent visitors to the Smithsonian's many museums may not recognize them in this movie: For one thing, they look gloriously good lit up at night, especially the Smithsonian Castle, which, as the oldest building, is actually kind of shabby these days. (USA Today)
Jennifer can't fake it May 19, 2009
The former 'Friends' star who was previously married to Brad Pitt has starred alongside some of Hollywood's hottest men like Clive Owen (in 'Derailed'), Owen Wilson ('Marley and Me') and former beau Vince Vaughn ('The Break-Up'). Aniston, recently seen in romantic comedy 'He's Just Not That Into You', believes it is vital for the two lead actors in a film to connect. (iAfrica.com)
Adrien Brody tries comedy in 'Brothers Bloom' May 18, 2009
Q: You played Owen Wilson and Jason Schwartzman's brother in "The Darjeeling Limited." It was somehow convincing, even though you look nothing like one another. A: I can't recall if there was any specific direction that (director) Wes Anderson gave us. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Hollywood Lands In DC For 'Museum' Premiere May 16, 2009
The film's stars, Ben Stiller, Amy Adams, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson and Hank Azaria, mixed with Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts and members of Congress. Stiller, who starred in both movies, said he was happy the way the sequel turned out. (Click2Houston, TX)
Hollywood Takes Over Smithsonian May 16, 2009
In fact, Owen Wilson admits he didn't step foot inside the museum. "I shot all my scenes in Vancouver. But that's the magic of film," Wilson says. (W-USA News, DC)
Stars Flock To Smithsonian For 'Night At The Museum' Sequel Premiere May 16, 2009
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the red carpet was star-studded, with a guest list that included Ben Stiller, Amy Adams, Owen Wilson, Robin Williams, Ricky Gervais, Hank Azaria and more ... Back inside, as the event began to wind down, Owen Wilson back as the gun-slinging miniature cowboy was perhaps the most contemplative about the experience. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Cybill Shepherd Blames the Mormons & Catholics for the Passing of Proposition 8 May 12, 2009
Hill, Padma Lakshmi, Meghan McCain, Kai Milla, Eva Longoria Parker, Matthew Settle, Christian Slater, Amber Tamblyn, Chris Tucker, Keisha & Forest Whitaker, Owen Wilson, and Jason Wu at Niche Media s Capitol File magazine 4th Annual White House Correspondents Association Dinner (WHCAD) After Party at the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, DC on Saturday night. Vanessa Hudgens rocking out to rapper Common at the launch of Diesel's new fragrance Only The Brave during his intimate live... (Fox News)
SEEN & HEARD: More tidbits of the stars May 11, 2009
At Capitol File Magazine's after-party at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Owen Wilson almost went unnoticed while chatting in a corner of the busy main room. Upstairs, Christian Slater kept away from the hoi polloi in a roped-off area that drew little foot traffic. (USA Today -- Life)
TWITTER: Read a recap of the night May 11, 2009
Spotted: Owen Wilson, Forest Whitaker, Ludacris. whcd from. (USA Today -- Life)
Scoop: Obamas outshine Cruise, Holmes May 11, 2009
And Owen Wilson eschewed a lot of the Hollywood crowd (including Eva Longoria Parker, who was with designer Jason Wu) to spend quality time with Obama staffers Valerie Jarrett and Desiree Rogers. Trek boldly goes to top of box officeYes, there was life outside the Beltway this weekend. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
The Bull Pen May 10, 2009
Owen Wilson, the actor. A film crew was on hand for the Nationals' game on Wednesday, preparing for a movie ("How Do You Know?") featuring the Washington team, a romantic comedy. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Family films take over summer screens May 9, 2009
He's joined by an all-star cast Amy Adams, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Christopher Guest, Ricky Gervais, Jonah Hill, Hank Azaria and others as he attempts to rescue a couple of relics shipped to the iconic museum by mistake. The film boasts a bigger cast, scope and setting than the 2006 Fox original, said director Shawn Levy. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Summer film guide May 8, 2009
Now he's in Washington, D.C., along with Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Jonah Hill and Amy Adams. May 29 "Drag Me to Hell" (not yet rated): Alison Lohman evicts the wrong old lady. (AZCentral -- News)
Summer Films Schedule May 8, 2009
With Amy Adams, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Christopher Guest, Ricky Gervais, Jonah Hill, Hank Azaria and more. "Dance Flick": Another Wayans brothers' spoof of hit movies. (North County Times)
It's summer at the movies! May 2, 2009
This time, he travels to Washington to save Jedediah (Owen Wilson) and Octavius (Steve Coogan), and meets Amelia Earhart (Amy Adams). (May 22). (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Sequels stuff summer box office May 1, 2009
Now he's in Washington, D.C., along with Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Jonah Hill and Amy Adams. "Dance Flick" (PG-13): The Wayans brothers spoof another genre; this time it's dance movies. (Florida Today)
Scoop: Obamas prove stingy with school auction Apr 28, 2009
Notably absent: ex Owen Wilson, who spent the night partying at The Palazzo in Las Vegas. No one asked about Owen, said the source. (MSNBC -- News)
Linda Hogan Freaks Out Over Hulk's Murderous Remarks Apr 17, 2009
Owen Wilson and Woody Harrelson riding bikes together on 86th and Madison in NYC on Monday afternoon. Tanning solution Fake Bake being delivered to "Pussycat Doll" Nicole Scherzinger 's Hollywood home on Tuesday. (Fox News)
Eli Manning's advice to rookie QBs Apr 16, 2009
-- Eli said that the actor who should play him is Owen Wilson. -- Eli is promoting this Gatorade "Replay" game, a do-over of a high school football game between Phillipsburg and Easton. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Any chance you're in a 'bromance'? Apr 16, 2009
"Wedding Crashers" (Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson), "Superbad" (Michael Cera and Jonah Hill) and, the latest, "I Love You, Man" () have all showcased guys who are more than comfortable with man love. They've been budding on the small screen too. (CNN -- US)
On-Again, Off-Again Apr 11, 2009
Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson have split ... When Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson first emerged as a couple in September of 2006, we were happy to hear that something good had come out of the abysmally bad movie "You, Me, and Dupree.". (Fox News)
Scoop: Plot details revealedfor new Sex movie Apr 9, 2009
Hudson and Wilson broken up againKate Hudson and Owen Wilson are on the outs again. The latest iteration of their on-and-off relationship began in February and ended recently thanks to Hudsons inability to commit, In Touch Weekly reports. (MSNBC -- News)
New On DVD: 'Slumdog,' 'Marley & Me' Apr 3, 2009
Fox ImageOwen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston in "Marley & Me" ... Although the human actors -- Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson -- are terrific, the dog Marley is the true star of the film. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
June bride Kate Hudson Apr 3, 2009
BEIJING, April 3 -- Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson are planning to marry in June. The couple - who have had an on/off relationship since 2006 - decided they were ready to commit after enjoying a romantic holiday together in France in February. (Xinhuanet, China)
New on DVD: 'Slumdog Millionaire' leads the pack Apr 3, 2009
As the Grogans, Jennifer Aniston is teamed appealingly with Owen Wilson. And Kathleen Turner has a funny bit trying to get Marley to "obey.". (USA Today -- Life)
Best bets: ER treats its final patient this week Mar 30, 2009
"Marley & Me," based on journalist John Grogan's memoir about life with the "world's worst dog," not only has a cute pup, but a pretty cute cast, with Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston playing Marley's hapless owners. (DVD out March 31. (MSNBC -- News)
Jonas Brothers And 'Twilight' Rule The Kids' Choice Awards Mar 30, 2009
iCarly,' 'High School Musical 3: Senior Year,' Miley Cyrus and more also took home Blimps. " "We wouldn't be up here without you guys," the show's star, Miranda Cosgrove, told the super-excited crowd. Tons of celebs made appearances throughout the night, like Favorite Male Singer winner Jesse McCartney, Will Ferrell, Sandra Bullock and Hugh Jackman, all of whom got slimed, a time-honored KCA tradition. Although she wasn't there to claim her Blimp, Selena Gomez won Favorite TV Actress for her... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Beyonce, Will Smith, Vanessa Hudgens, Jack Black, iCarly, Selena Gomez, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Jonas Brothers, Jesse McCartney, Miley Cyrus, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa and More Nab Top Honors at Nickelodeon's 22nd Annual Kids' Choice Awards Mar 30, 2009
The star-studded telecast featured additional celebrity participants, including: Paula Abdul, David Archuleta, John Cena, Lily Collins, Miranda Cosgrove, Chase Crawford, Miley Cyrus, Zac Efron, America Ferrera, Megan Fox, Shia LaBeouf, George Lopez, Keke Palmer, Josh Peck, Chris Pine, Amy Poehler, Queen Latifah, Emma Roberts, Chris Rock, Ben Stiller, Marlon Wayans, Owen Wilson, Alex Wolff, Nat Wolff and many others. Special programming began early on Nickelodeon with a Friday night pre-show... (PR Newswire)
Is “Slumdog” as good as they say and is “Marley” really for kids? Mar 30, 2009
On top of all that, it s not a very good film, with no real chemistry between Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson. Then again, there s never any chemistry between Aniston and anyone because the woman s a mediocre talent whose popularity and continued casting in lead roles after turning in one box-office disappointment after another has always confounded me. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
