Idris Elba News

Today, the full list of nominees for the “53rd NAACP Image Awards” were announced. Nominees included Ariana DeBose, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Encanto, Cynthia Erivo, Audra McDonald, Respect, Taraji P. Henson, Tituss Burgess, Jennifer Hudson, Billy Porter, Denzel Washington, and more. Check out the full list of nominees now!

The 2019 film adaptation of Cats is now available to stream on Netflix in the UK. The film is not available on the US version of the streaming platform at this time.

From the filmmakers behind The Fast and the Furious and Deadpool, Sonic The Hedgehog 2 stars James Marsden, Ben Schwartz as the voice of Sonic, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, and Jim Carrey returning, alongside new additions Shemar Moore, with Idris Elba as the voice of Knuckles, and Colleen O'Shaughnessey as the voice of Tails.

'The Harder They Fall' headlined the African American Film Critics Association's annual list of the top 10 films of the year.  The film, directed by Jeymes Samuel, and produced by rap mogul Jay-Z, stars Idris Elba, Jonathan Majors, Regina King, Zazie Beetz and LaKeith Stanfield portraying historical Black figures Rufus Buck, Nat Love, Trudy Smith, Stagecoach Mary and Cherokee Bill, respectively.

The Gotham Film & Media Institute (The Gotham)  announced the winners of the 31st Annual Gotham Awards at a ceremony held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City on November 29.

This high-energy show from Onyx Productions, already booking fast, will be a dynamic change from panto season

SAG and Golden Globe winner Idris Elba has joined to executive produce Uzo Oleh’s Oscar and BAFTA qualified short film Edicius, an enthralling short thriller with an explosive twist. The film has been selected for a slew of high profile international film festivals including Raindance, Newport Beach and the upcoming Norwich Film Festival.

Grammy award-winning lyricist Macklemore partners back up with longtime friend and collaborator, Ryan Lewis, for the first time in five years for a reflective and optimistic new single and video ‘NEXT YEAR’ that features recording artist Windser. Watch the new music video now!

The full cast has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of the landmark musical THE LION KING, including a first look at their new Simba played by Stephenson Ardern-Sodje.

After closing its doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Netflix has acquired The Bay Theater, which is set to open on October 22. The theater will show Netflix's new film The Harder They Fall, which stars Idris Elba and Regina King. Watch the trailer for the new film now!

Directed by Jeymes Samuel, written by Samuel and Boaz Yakin, and featuring a red hot soundtrack and a stunning all-star cast, including Jonathan Majors, Zazie Beetz, Regina King and Idris Elba.

Justice Smith, Idris Elba, and Taylour Page have joined We All Die Young, a new drama written by Hamilton star Daveed Diggs. The film is slated to be directed by Jake Schreier. The film follows young artists in the rap industry.

Additional guests include Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ryan Reynolds, and Sean Kingston.

Leading each episode with their own partnership’s strengths and challenges, Idris and Sabrina engage in frank, free-flowing and thought-provoking discussions for listeners to incorporate into their own partnerships.

Two of Yorkshire's best known theatre companies are set to join forces with an exciting line-up of playwrights for an afternoon of brand-new short plays written for radio and performed in front of a live audience.

On May 1st, Master Teacher Richard Lawson will be joined by casting director Kimberly Hardin. Twenty actors will be given the opportunity to have their self-tape auditions assessed and redirected by Mr. Lawson and Ms. Hardin. Classes take place Saturday mornings at 10 AM PST via Zoom.

'As we climb the ladder of materialistic success, we can sometimes lose track of our roots and who we truly are. Our roots help ground us and shape who we are. Right now, this song is a wake up call to the inner self to re-engage with those roots.'

From award-winning scripted entertainment and engaging documentaries, to new breakout unscripted series, Roku Originals will give viewers free access to bold, fresh entertainment from the biggest names in Hollywood.

Lakeshore Records is set to release Concrete Cowboy-Music From the Netflix Film digitally on April 2 with music by Kevin Matley.

Visit our list of the best musicals & shows you can watch from home! We've got you covered with all the must-sees on streaming sites including Tony-award winners, favorite stars and top performances.