Alexander Payne
Latest News on Alexander Payne:
June Squibb, Cynthia Nixon, Danny Burstein & Christopher Lowell Will Lead MARJORIE PRIME on Broadway (Aug 21, 2025)
Photos: DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE Character Posters (Jul 17, 2025)
Video: Watch the Full Trailer for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE (Jun 30, 2025)
June Squibb, Cynthia Nixon, Danny Burstein & Christopher Lowell Will Lead MARJORIE PRIME on Broadway (Aug 21, 2025)
Photos: DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE Character Posters (Jul 17, 2025)
Video: Watch the Full Trailer for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE (Jun 30, 2025)
BIO
Alexander Payne is one of America’s most esteemed writer/directors. He is known for his films ‘Citizen Ruth,’ ‘Election,’ ‘Sideways,’ ‘The Descendants,’ and ‘Nebraska.’ He is a two-time winner of the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, and a three-time nominee of the Academy Award for Best Director. In 1995, Payne’s film ‘Sideways’ won the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture.
Photos
Producers Jim Taylor, Jim Burke and writer/Director Alexander Payne pictured at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California on January 15, 2012. © RD / Orchon / Retna Digital.
Date:
01/16/2012
From: Photo Coverage: 2012 Golden Globe Awards - The Winners!
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Video: Watch the Full Trailer for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-30 10:09:54
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for HAL, the Documentary on the Oscar®-Winning Director Hal Ashby Directed by Amy Scott
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VIDEO: First Look - Matt Damon, Kristen Wiig Star in Alexander Payne's DOWNSIZING
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-09-12 08:43:43
TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge - SAG Foundation Conversations Series with DEAD ACCOUNTS' Judy Greer!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2013-01-05 00:02:01
STAGE TUBE: First Look - Trailer for George Clooney's THE DESCENDANTS
by Caryn Robbins - 2011-10-18 12:06:14
News
June Squibb, Cynthia Nixon, Danny Burstein & Christopher Lowell Will Lead MARJORIE PRIME on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 21, 2025
Second Stage Theater has just announced the complete cast for the upcoming Broadway production of Jordan Harrison’s MARJORIE PRIME, directed by Tony Award Nominee and Obie Award-winner Anne Kauffman. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 21, 2025
Second Stage Theater has just announced the complete cast for the upcoming Broadway production of Jordan Harrison’s MARJORIE PRIME, directed by Tony Award Nominee and Obie Award-winner Anne Kauffman. We have all of the details here!
Photos: DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE Character Posters
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2025
Character posters have just been released for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, featuring new looks at fan-favorite characters such as Lady Mary, Isobel, Carson and Mrs. Hughes, Bates and Anna, Mrs. Patmore, and more. Check them out here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2025
Character posters have just been released for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, featuring new looks at fan-favorite characters such as Lady Mary, Isobel, Carson and Mrs. Hughes, Bates and Anna, Mrs. Patmore, and more. Check them out here!
Video: Watch the Full Trailer for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2025
Focus Features has just debuted the official trailer for the third and final entry in the global hit franchise, titled Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2025
Focus Features has just debuted the official trailer for the third and final entry in the global hit franchise, titled Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Watch it now!
Video: Watch the Official Teaser Trailer for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025
Downton Abbey is coming to an end. Focus Features has just debuted the official teaser trailer for the third and final entry in the global hit franchise, titled Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025
Downton Abbey is coming to an end. Focus Features has just debuted the official teaser trailer for the third and final entry in the global hit franchise, titled Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Watch it now!
Photo: Take a Look at the First Poster for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
Focus Features has debuted the teaser poster for the third and final Downton Abbey film. Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale will be released in theaters globally on September 12, 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
Focus Features has debuted the teaser poster for the third and final Downton Abbey film. Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale will be released in theaters globally on September 12, 2025.
Frank Capra's MR. DEEDS GOES TO TOWN To Be Screened In In 35mm At Film Forum
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2024
Frank Capra's comedy-drama masterpiece MR. DEEDS GOES TO TOWN (1936), starring Gary Cooper and Jean Arthur, will be screened in 35mm at Film Forum from Friday, December 27 through Thursday, January 2.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2024
Frank Capra's comedy-drama masterpiece MR. DEEDS GOES TO TOWN (1936), starring Gary Cooper and Jean Arthur, will be screened in 35mm at Film Forum from Friday, December 27 through Thursday, January 2.
Kieran Culkin, Bob Odenkirk & Bill Burr Will Lead GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2024
Kieran Culkin, Emmy, SAG & Critics Choice Award-Winner & Golden Globe Nominee Bob Odenkirk making his Broadway debut, and Emmy & Grammy Award Nominee Bill Burr making his Broadway debut, will star in a new Broadway production of David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play Glengarry Glen Ross.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2024
Kieran Culkin, Emmy, SAG & Critics Choice Award-Winner & Golden Globe Nominee Bob Odenkirk making his Broadway debut, and Emmy & Grammy Award Nominee Bill Burr making his Broadway debut, will star in a new Broadway production of David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play Glengarry Glen Ross.
DOWNTON ABBEY 3 Coming in 2025
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2024
Focus Features and Universal Pictures International has confirmed that the previously announced third installment of the Downton Abbey film series will debut in theaters on September 12, 2025. The film is currently in production in the UK.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2024
Focus Features and Universal Pictures International has confirmed that the previously announced third installment of the Downton Abbey film series will debut in theaters on September 12, 2025. The film is currently in production in the UK.
DOWNTON ABBEY 3 Officially in the Works with Paul Giamatti, Dominic West, & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024
Following Imelda Staunton's recent statements about a third Downton Abbey film, it has been confirmed that another installment in the franchise is indeed happening. Simon Curtis is returning to direct after helming 2022’s Downton Abbey: A New Era, and much of the original cast is returning, along with some new additions.
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024
Following Imelda Staunton's recent statements about a third Downton Abbey film, it has been confirmed that another installment in the franchise is indeed happening. Simon Curtis is returning to direct after helming 2022’s Downton Abbey: A New Era, and much of the original cast is returning, along with some new additions.
Felicity Jones Cast in OH. WHAT. FUN Holiday Comedy Film
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2024
Felicity Jones has been cast in her next project! According to reports, the actress will star in a holiday comedy from Michael Showalter for Prime Video. The release date of the film has not been announced, but it is likely that it will hit the streamer during the 2024 or 2025 holiday season.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2024
Felicity Jones has been cast in her next project! According to reports, the actress will star in a holiday comedy from Michael Showalter for Prime Video. The release date of the film has not been announced, but it is likely that it will hit the streamer during the 2024 or 2025 holiday season.
THE COLOR PURPLE, MAESTRO & More Nominated For BAFTA Awards - Full List of Nominees!
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2024
The 2024 BAFTA Award nominations have been announced. Check out the full list of nominations, including Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Carey Mulligan, Bradley Cooper, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Wonka, Maestro, and more.
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2024
The 2024 BAFTA Award nominations have been announced. Check out the full list of nominations, including Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Carey Mulligan, Bradley Cooper, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Wonka, Maestro, and more.
THE HOLDOVERS Sets Peacock Streaming Date
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2023
THE HOLDOVERS is the latest addition to Peacock’s film collection, including Blumhouse’s THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER and box-office success FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S, Focus Features’ MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 3, and Universal Picture’s STRAYS and action-packed FAST X.
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2023
THE HOLDOVERS is the latest addition to Peacock’s film collection, including Blumhouse’s THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER and box-office success FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S, Focus Features’ MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 3, and Universal Picture’s STRAYS and action-packed FAST X.
THE HOLDOVERS Will Be Released on Blu-Ray, DVD & Digital This Holiday Season
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2023
THE HOLDOVERS is now available to own on Blu-Ray, DVD, and digital this holiday season. THE HOLDOVERS stars critically acclaimed actor Paul Giamatti (Sideways, American Splendor), alongside the remarkable Da'Vine Joy Randolph (Dolemite Is My Name, “Only Murders in the Building”) and Dominic Sessa in his feature film debut.
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2023
THE HOLDOVERS is now available to own on Blu-Ray, DVD, and digital this holiday season. THE HOLDOVERS stars critically acclaimed actor Paul Giamatti (Sideways, American Splendor), alongside the remarkable Da'Vine Joy Randolph (Dolemite Is My Name, “Only Murders in the Building”) and Dominic Sessa in his feature film debut.
THE COLOR PURPLE Receives 5 Critics Choice Film Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2023
The Color Purple has received five Critics Choice Film nominations. Nominees include Danielle Brooks, Maestro, Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Colman Domingo, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Disney's Wish, Barbie, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2023
The Color Purple has received five Critics Choice Film nominations. Nominees include Danielle Brooks, Maestro, Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Colman Domingo, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Disney's Wish, Barbie, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!
MoMA Announces TO SAVE AND PROJECT: The 20th MoMA International Festival Of Film Preservation
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2023
The Museum of Modern Art announces To Save and Project: The 20th MoMA International Festival of Film Preservation, which will screen from January 11 to February 4, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2023
The Museum of Modern Art announces To Save and Project: The 20th MoMA International Festival of Film Preservation, which will screen from January 11 to February 4, 2024.
BARBIE, KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON & More Set for MoMA's 2023 The Contenders
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2023
The Museum of Modern Art reveals the selection of films for The Contenders 2023, featuring award-winning director Trân Anh Hùng's 'The Taste of Things' and more. Find out the full line-up and dates here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2023
The Museum of Modern Art reveals the selection of films for The Contenders 2023, featuring award-winning director Trân Anh Hùng's 'The Taste of Things' and more. Find out the full line-up and dates here.
Matthew Broderick Will Lead BABBITT at La Jolla Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Oct 5, 2023
Matthew Broderick will lead the cast of the world-premiere production of Babbitt, by Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro (Memphis), adapted from the novel by Sinclair Lewis, choreographed by Stephen Buescher, directed by Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 5, 2023
Matthew Broderick will lead the cast of the world-premiere production of Babbitt, by Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro (Memphis), adapted from the novel by Sinclair Lewis, choreographed by Stephen Buescher, directed by Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley.
Virginia Film Festival Announces 2023 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2023
The 36th Annual Virginia Film Festival has announced its program lineup. Find out what films and events are in store for this year's festival.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2023
The 36th Annual Virginia Film Festival has announced its program lineup. Find out what films and events are in store for this year's festival.
San Diego International Film Festival Announces 2023 Slate!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2023
22nd Annual San Diego International Film Festival announces an outstanding line-up of premieres from around the world. The opening night film is 'THE HOLDOVERS'.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2023
22nd Annual San Diego International Film Festival announces an outstanding line-up of premieres from around the world. The opening night film is 'THE HOLDOVERS'.
22nd Annual San Diego International Film Festival 'Celebrating the Power of Film' with Line-Up of Premieres from Around the World
by Michael Major - Sep 11, 2023
Count on the Festival to get the conversation started with Social Impact Films and Q&As including: Environmental Sustainability, Fighting Government Oppression, Individuals with Disabilities and Inclusion, PTSD in the Military, Native American Issues, LGBTQAI+ Rights, Opioid Crisis and other topics affecting our world and our communities.
by Michael Major - Sep 11, 2023
Count on the Festival to get the conversation started with Social Impact Films and Q&As including: Environmental Sustainability, Fighting Government Oppression, Individuals with Disabilities and Inclusion, PTSD in the Military, Native American Issues, LGBTQAI+ Rights, Opioid Crisis and other topics affecting our world and our communities.
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