Sony's Gran Turismo film has added Academy Award-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou and Spice Girls' Geri Halliwell-Horner, who was known as Ginger Spice in the group, to the cast.

As reported by THR, Hounsou and Halliwell-Horner will be playing the parents of Archie Madekwe's character - a teenager and avid Gran Turismo player whose skills won him a series of Nissan competitions and helped turn him into a professional driver.

Hounsou earned Academy Award nominations for his work in In America and Blood Diamond, and he will soon be seen in Shazam! Fury of the Gods and Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon. Halliwell-Horner was part of the Spice Girls, the group that sold over 100 million albums and became the best-selling female group of all time. Her husband is a former racer and is now a principal of Red Bull's Formula One team. She is also an author.

It was also confirmed that Naomi's Daniel Puig, The Wheel of Time's Josha Stradowski, and Indiana Jones 5's Thomas Kretschman will also be part of the show which has begun filming in Hungary. Puig will be playing the teen's brother, Kretschmann will play his father, and Stradowski will be a rival driver.

Alongside Madekwe, it was previously confirmed that the Gran Turismo film would star David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, and Darren Barnett. Neill Blomkamp, the director behind such films as District 9 and Elysium, is directing the adaptation of the true story writen by American Sniper's Jason Hall and King Richard's Zach Baylin.

The story appears to be based on the story of Jann Mardenborough - a "British driver who began competing in events such as the F3 European Championship after winning the GT Academy reality show at 19 years old."

Harbour will be playing a former driver who taught the teenager what he needs to know in the world of racing and Bloom looks to be playing a "hungry" marketing executive who is selling the sport of motor racing.

The Gran Turismo film is set to race into theaters on August 11, 2023. If the wait is too long, be sure to check out our review of Gran Turismo 7, the latest game in the legendary racing franchise.

Djimon Hounsou Image Credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images. Geri Halliwell-Horner Image Credit: Clive Mason - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Sony's Gran Turismo film has added Academy Award-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou and Spice Girls' Geri Halliwell-Horner, who was known as Ginger Spice in the group, to the cast.

As reported by THR, Hounsou and Halliwell-Horner will be playing the parents of Archie Madekwe's character - a teenager and avid Gran Turismo player whose skills won him a series of Nissan competitions and helped turn him into a professional driver.

Hounsou earned Academy Award nominations for his work in In America and Blood Diamond, and he will soon be seen in Shazam! Fury of the Gods and Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon. Halliwell-Horner was part of the Spice Girls, the group that sold over 100 million albums and became the best-selling female group of all time. Her husband is a former racer and is now a principal of Red Bull's Formula One team. She is also an author.

It was also confirmed that Naomi's Daniel Puig, The Wheel of Time's Josha Stradowski, and Indiana Jones 5's Thomas Kretschman will also be part of the show which has begun filming in Hungary. Puig will be playing the teen's brother, Kretschmann will play his father, and Stradowski will be a rival driver.

Alongside Madekwe, it was previously confirmed that the Gran Turismo film would star David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, and Darren Barnett. Neill Blomkamp, the director behind such films as District 9 and Elysium, is directing the adaptation of the true story writen by American Sniper's Jason Hall and King Richard's Zach Baylin.

The story appears to be based on the story of Jann Mardenborough - a "British driver who began competing in events such as the F3 European Championship after winning the GT Academy reality show at 19 years old."

Harbour will be playing a former driver who taught the teenager what he needs to know in the world of racing and Bloom looks to be playing a "hungry" marketing executive who is selling the sport of motor racing.

The Gran Turismo film is set to race into theaters on August 11, 2023. If the wait is too long, be sure to check out our review of Gran Turismo 7, the latest game in the legendary racing franchise.

Djimon Hounsou Image Credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images. Geri Halliwell-Horner Image Credit: Clive Mason - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Andor creator Tony Gilroy has revealed not only that the second and final season of the Disney+ series will begin filming on November 21, but also that it would take us to Yavin on its way to connect with Rogue One.

Speaking to Collider, Gilroy confirmed Luthen Rael actor Stellan Skarsgård's words that Season 2 of Andor would begin production in the later part of 2022. Furthermore, he confirmed the team would be back to work the Monday before Thanksgiving, November 21, and that he would fly to London to be there for the first shot of the season and then return home to celebrate the holiday.

Gilroy also confirmed that Ariel Kleiman (The Resort, Yellowjackets), Janus Metz (Borg vs. McEnroe, True Detective), and Alonso Ruizpalacios (Outer Range, Narcos: Mexico) would be part of the directing crew and that the season would once again be split into blocks like this first one. Kleiman will get the bulk of the work with six episodes, and the other six will be split between Metz and Ruizpalacios.

Gilroy's brother Dan Gilroy and Beau Willimon will be returning to write on Season 2 alongside newcomer Tom Bissell who is, according to Gilroy, "a really cool and really, really interesting, versatile, really good writer. But also a very, very, very big Star Wars fan, which we really wanted to make sure we had another pro because we're going into Rogue [One]."

We were also given a bit of a tease for Season 2, as Gilroy confirmed we'd be headed to a very important place in that galaxy far, far away.

"... and we're going to Yavin, and then we're going into places where we eventually need to really weave our way back to the source. So Tom came in, and he's been great. So, he's got some episodes too," Gilroy said.

For those unfamiliar, the Yavin system, and specifically a moon in the system called Yavin 4, was a key location in the Galactic Civil War. The Battle of Yavin, which is also known as the Battle of the Death Star, was the battle in Episode IV where Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance secured a huge victory over the Empire by destroying a Death Star.

Yavin 4 was also the home of the Rebel Alliance before its headquarters was moved to the snowy planet of Hoth.

It's previously been confirmed that Andor's first season would take place over one year and that its second season would cover the four years leading up to Rogue One. Season 2 will, much like Season 1, consist of 12 episodes.

For more, check out our review of Episode 9 of Andor and our look at how the series is the story of "how a revolution starts," how it brings a new level of maturity to Star Wars, and how it reveals the divided factions of the Rebel Alliance.

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Andor creator Tony Gilroy has revealed not only that the second and final season of the Disney+ series will begin filming on November 21, but also that it would take us to Yavin on its way to connect with Rogue One.

Speaking to Collider, Gilroy confirmed Luthen Rael actor Stellan Skarsgård's words that Season 2 of Andor would begin production in the later part of 2022. Furthermore, he confirmed the team would be back to work the Monday before Thanksgiving, November 21, and that he would fly to London to be there for the first shot of the season and then return home to celebrate the holiday.

Gilroy also confirmed that Ariel Kleiman (The Resort, Yellowjackets), Janus Metz (Borg vs. McEnroe, True Detective), and Alonso Ruizpalacios (Outer Range, Narcos: Mexico) would be part of the directing crew and that the season would once again be split into blocks like this first one. Kleiman will get the bulk of the work with six episodes, and the other six will be split between Metz and Ruizpalacios.

Gilroy's brother Dan Gilroy and Beau Willimon will be returning to write on Season 2 alongside newcomer Tom Bissell who is, according to Gilroy, "a really cool and really, really interesting, versatile, really good writer. But also a very, very, very big Star Wars fan, which we really wanted to make sure we had another pro because we're going into Rogue [One]."

We were also given a bit of a tease for Season 2, as Gilroy confirmed we'd be headed to a very important place in that galaxy far, far away.

"... and we're going to Yavin, and then we're going into places where we eventually need to really weave our way back to the source. So Tom came in, and he's been great. So, he's got some episodes too," Gilroy said.

For those unfamiliar, the Yavin system, and specifically a moon in the system called Yavin 4, was a key location in the Galactic Civil War. The Battle of Yavin, which is also known as the Battle of the Death Star, was the battle in Episode IV where Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance secured a huge victory over the Empire by destroying a Death Star.

Yavin 4 was also the home of the Rebel Alliance before its headquarters was moved to the snowy planet of Hoth.

It's previously been confirmed that Andor's first season would take place over one year and that its second season would cover the four years leading up to Rogue One. Season 2 will, much like Season 1, consist of 12 episodes.

For more, check out our review of Episode 9 of Andor and our look at how the series is the story of "how a revolution starts," how it brings a new level of maturity to Star Wars, and how it reveals the divided factions of the Rebel Alliance.

Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Aaron Carter, the singer behind the triple-platinum album 'Aaron's Party (Come and Get It) and the brother of Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter, has died at the age of 34.

As reported by THR and TMZ, Carter was found dead at his home in Lancaster, CA, on Saturday, November 5. TMZ's sources say his body was found in his bathtub.

Aaron Carter was born on December 7, 1987, in Tampa, FL, and his career got off to a quick start after he opened for Backstreet Boys in Berlin on a 1997 tour. A year later, he released his first album, 'Aaron Carter,' and achieved gold status (over one million sold) in Norway, Spain, Denmark, Canada, and Germany.

His second studio album, 'Aaron's Party (Come Get It)' was a mega-hit and sold more than three million copies in the U.S. alone and was certified triple-platinum by RIAA. The album featured such songs as 'I Want Candy,' 'Aaron's Party (Come Get It),' and 'That's How I Beat Shaq.'

The album would lead him to be an opening act for both Backstreet Boys and then Britney Spears on her Oops!... I Did It Again Tour.

He tried out an acting career and appeared in such shows as Lizzie McGuire, in the E! unscripted series House of Carters, and even on Broadway as JoJo the Who in Seussical the Musical. In 2009, he competed on ABC's Dancing With the Stars (he finished fifth) and, in 2012, on Food Network's Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off.

Carter had a few legal troubles, including a time in 2017 when he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and marijuana charges. He also went to rehab numerous times and even spoke on The Doctors talk show to "set the record straight about his July [2017] arrest, drug abuse allegations, extreme weight loss, family issues, his sexuality and to hopefully gain a better understanding his health issues."

Aaron Carter is survived by his son, Prince.

Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Aaron Carter, the singer behind the triple-platinum album 'Aaron's Party (Come and Get It) and the brother of Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter, has died at the age of 34.

As reported by THR and TMZ, Carter was found dead at his home in Lancaster, CA, on Saturday, November 5. TMZ's sources say his body was found in his bathtub.

Aaron Carter was born on December 7, 1987, in Tampa, FL, and his career got off to a quick start after he opened for Backstreet Boys in Berlin on a 1997 tour. A year later, he released his first album, 'Aaron Carter,' and achieved gold status (over one million sold) in Norway, Spain, Denmark, Canada, and Germany.

His second studio album, 'Aaron's Party (Come Get It)' was a mega-hit and sold more than three million copies in the U.S. alone and was certified triple-platinum by RIAA. The album featured such songs as 'I Want Candy,' 'Aaron's Party (Come Get It),' and 'That's How I Beat Shaq.'

The album would lead him to be an opening act for both Backstreet Boys and then Britney Spears on her Oops!... I Did It Again Tour.

He tried out an acting career and appeared in such shows as Lizzie McGuire, in the E! unscripted series House of Carters, and even on Broadway as JoJo the Who in Seussical the Musical. In 2009, he competed on ABC's Dancing With the Stars (he finished fifth) and, in 2012, on Food Network's Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off.

Carter had a few legal troubles, including a time in 2017 when he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and marijuana charges. He also went to rehab numerous times and even spoke on The Doctors talk show to "set the record straight about his July [2017] arrest, drug abuse allegations, extreme weight loss, family issues, his sexuality and to hopefully gain a better understanding his health issues."

Aaron Carter is survived by his son, Prince.

Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Famed director Quentin Tarantino has shared that he has no interest in making a Marvel or DC movie as he is "not a hired hand."

Speaking to the Los Angeles Times about his new book Cinema Speculation, the director behind such films as Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill, and many more, made it clear that he is not interested in jumping into the world of superheroes.

“You have to be a hired hand to do those things,” Tarantino says. “I’m not a hired hand. I’m not looking for a job.”

He then went on to discuss the possible change in the tides in regards to superhero movies and how they may, one day in the far future, have a similar fate as musicals in the '60s.

According to Tarantino, just as "60s anti-establishment auteurs rejoiced when studio musical adaptations fell out of favor, today’s filmmakers 'can’t wait for the day they can say that about superhero movies.'"

Tarantino continued to admit "the writing's not quite on the wall yet" for superhero movies and that we aren't quite yet where we were in 1969 when many were saying, ‘Oh, my God, we just put a bunch of money into things that nobody gives a damn about anymore.’”

Superhero movies, especially from Marvel and DC, are obviously still dominating the box office, with Black Adam earning over $260 million globally and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever set to make another billion if it can reach the heights of the original.

While superheroes may not be his thing, Tarantino almost went into outer space with a Star Trek movie, but that project appears to have been shelved for now.

Tarantino's last film was Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and his new book, Cinema Speculation, is described as follows;

"At once film criticism, film theory, a feat of reporting, and wonderful personal history, it is all written in the singular voice recognizable immediately as QT's and with the rare perspective about cinema possible only from one of the greatest practitioners of the artform ever."

Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Famed director Quentin Tarantino has shared that he has no interest in making a Marvel or DC movie as he is "not a hired hand."

Speaking to the Los Angeles Times about his new book Cinema Speculation, the director behind such films as Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill, and many more, made it clear that he is not interested in jumping into the world of superheroes.

“You have to be a hired hand to do those things,” Tarantino says. “I’m not a hired hand. I’m not looking for a job.”

He then went on to discuss the possible change in the tides in regards to superhero movies and how they may, one day in the far future, have a similar fate as musicals in the '60s.

According to Tarantino, just as "60s anti-establishment auteurs rejoiced when studio musical adaptations fell out of favor, today’s filmmakers 'can’t wait for the day they can say that about superhero movies.'"

Tarantino continued to admit "the writing's not quite on the wall yet" for superhero movies and that we aren't quite yet where we were in 1969 when many were saying, ‘Oh, my God, we just put a bunch of money into things that nobody gives a damn about anymore.’”

Superhero movies, especially from Marvel and DC, are obviously still dominating the box office, with Black Adam earning over $260 million globally and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever set to make another billion if it can reach the heights of the original.

While superheroes may not be his thing, Tarantino almost went into outer space with a Star Trek movie, but that project appears to have been shelved for now.

Tarantino's last film was Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and his new book, Cinema Speculation, is described as follows;

"At once film criticism, film theory, a feat of reporting, and wonderful personal history, it is all written in the singular voice recognizable immediately as QT's and with the rare perspective about cinema possible only from one of the greatest practitioners of the artform ever."

Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Blizzard has unveiled the next hero to join its lineup, the leader of Null Sector, Ramattra.

As teased in the lore, Ramattra is the leader of the organization Null Sector. Like Zenyatta, Ramattra is a Shambli monk who no longer sees the option of peacefully advocating for the rights of Omnics, and has now taken a more "pragmatic angle," according to the Overwatch blog announcing his reveal.

"Originally a war machine, Ramattra shed his munitions for a shield to protect his people by promoting peace and tranquility," Blizzard writes. "However, Ramattra's story is one of hardships, trauma, and a magnified view of humanity's harsh realities."

While Blizzard has only shared a cinematic trailer showcasing Ramattra's backstory and origins, IGN was part of a media roundtable with Overwatch 2 hero designer Alec Dawson who revealed Ramattra will have two forms players can switch between.

"He does have two forms. He has an Omnic form and his Nemesis form. Part of the skill we're testing is when to switch between those forms. Because the Omnic form, you're playing this poke game, you're protecting your team, a little bit at range. And then the Nemesis form you're rushing down the enemies, you're charging in there and you have these punches."

The leader of Null Sector is on a mission to create a better world for Omnics… no matter the cost.

Coming to #Overwatch2 Season 2, Dec 6.

Learn more about Ramattra: https://t.co/knlwDbfQtk pic.twitter.com/jwnQTmluG2

— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) November 5, 2022

Ramattra will be the fourth new hero introduced since the launch of Overwatch 2 along with Sojourn, Junker Queen, and Kiriko. According to Blizzard, the team wants to release either a new map or hero in alternating seasons.

Overwatch 2 is finally live, fully replacing the original Overwatch though players are still waiting for the narrative-driven PvE mode.

Matt T.M. Kim is IGN's News Editor. You can reach him @lawoftd.

Blizzard has unveiled the next hero to join its lineup, the leader of Null Sector, Ramattra.

As teased in the lore, Ramattra is the leader of the organization Null Sector. Like Zenyatta, Ramattra is a Shambli monk who no longer sees the option of peacefully advocating for the rights of Omnics, and has now taken a more "pragmatic angle," according to the Overwatch blog announcing his reveal.

"Originally a war machine, Ramattra shed his munitions for a shield to protect his people by promoting peace and tranquility," Blizzard writes. "However, Ramattra's story is one of hardships, trauma, and a magnified view of humanity's harsh realities."

While Blizzard has only shared a cinematic trailer showcasing Ramattra's backstory and origins, IGN was part of a media roundtable with Overwatch 2 hero designer Alec Dawson who revealed Ramattra will have two forms players can switch between.

"He does have two forms. He has an Omnic form and his Nemesis form. Part of the skill we're testing is when to switch between those forms. Because the Omnic form, you're playing this poke game, you're protecting your team, a little bit at range. And then the Nemesis form you're rushing down the enemies, you're charging in there and you have these punches."

The leader of Null Sector is on a mission to create a better world for Omnics… no matter the cost.

Coming to #Overwatch2 Season 2, Dec 6.

Learn more about Ramattra: https://t.co/knlwDbfQtk pic.twitter.com/jwnQTmluG2

— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) November 5, 2022

Ramattra will be the fourth new hero introduced since the launch of Overwatch 2 along with Sojourn, Junker Queen, and Kiriko. According to Blizzard, the team wants to release either a new map or hero in alternating seasons.

Overwatch 2 is finally live, fully replacing the original Overwatch though players are still waiting for the narrative-driven PvE mode.

Matt T.M. Kim is IGN's News Editor. You can reach him @lawoftd.