American actor, breakout in Girls; Oscar-nominated for BlacKkKlansman and Marriage Story
Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday features a multi-universe lineup with Robert Downey Jr. returning as Doctor Doom. The film, slated for December 18, 2026, follows Doomsday’s clash with the Fantastic Four and the X-Men, as Comic-Con previews reveal. Gosling is cast as Ghost Rider, while Ian McKellen, Patrick Stewart and others reprise or join roles across a sprawling ensemble.
Film at Lincoln Center has unveiled its main slate for the New York Film Festival, promising a mix of international cinema and high-profile premieres. Gray's Paper Tiger opens the festival, with Behemoth center stage, and Ava DuVernay's 14th closing the lineup. Other veteran and rising directors feature prominently.
TIFF coverage shows studios are pulling back from festivals while festivals pivot to a film market, signaling a change in how major titles reach audiences. Toronto remains a crowded hub where sales, not just premieres, drive attention as studios test the festival-to-market path.