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Mar 20 2013 08:03 PM ET

New trailer for 'Turbo,' starring the voice of Ryan Reynolds, now online

Dreamworks’ answer to Disney’s Cars – and every superhero story that begins with a life-changing, mutation-causing disaster — just got a new trailer.

Turbo, the animated movie about a snail who wishes he were speedy kicks things into high gear when a highway accident sucks him into the engine of a sports car. One dash of nitric oxide, one journey through this snail’s changing anatomy, and one power up ballad later, we’ve got ourselves a very speedy snail — who by the way is voiced by Ryan Reynolds.

Check out the new trailer, which hit the web today, below:

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Mar 19 2013 06:05 PM ET

Andy Serkis explains why 'The Hobbit' is a family movie -- EXCLUSIVE VIDEO

Don’t be fooled by the creepy Gollum image: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is a family movie, says Andy Serkis — the actor and voice behind Gollum. He’s in good company too. J.R.R. Tolkien wrote The Hobbit for children!

With its PG-13 rating (MPAA: “for extended sequences of intense fantasy action violence, and frightening images) the film is likely not for children of all ages, but if you didn’t get a chance to preview the film in theaters, you can check it out in the comfort of your own home. The fantasy epic is currently available for purchase on Blu-ray, 3D Blu-ray, and DVD. Each version includes more than 130 minutes of bonus content, and access to stream a live first look at The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug on March 24.

Check out what Serkis has to say about the merits of family movies after the jump, and why the adventures of Bilbo Baggins should be shared with the whole family.

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Mar 19 2013 04:10 PM ET

'Despicable Me 2' trailer: Minions, car submarines, and adorable quotes galore! -- VIDEO

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Nothing warms our hearts like little Agnes and the minions. iTunes premiered the new trailer for Despicable Me 2 today and it reveals a lot more about the plot of the movie.

Gru is busy living a happy domestic life with his adopted children, until he’s called to action and asked to save the world. Since he knows how a super villain thinks, he’s the perfect person to stop a new bad guy.

Steve Coogan, Kristen Wiig, Al Pacino, (of course) Steven Carell, and many more lend their voices to the film which comes out July 3. READ FULL STORY »

Mar 13 2013 10:00 AM ET

Ross Family Movie Challenge: 'Time Bandits' vs. 'The Secret of Kells'

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Every week EW’s Dalton Ross and his wife, writer Christina Kelly, have a… um, lively discussion about what movie they should watch with their two children (Dale, 12, and Violet, 10) that weekend. Now they make their cases publicly and you get to vote on the choices and settle the argument. The power is in your hands, people. Last week, Dalton ‘s pick of School of Rock rocked Christina’s selection of Spellbound. Read on and then vote for what film they should watch this weekend. READ FULL STORY »

Mar 6 2013 10:00 AM ET

Ross Family Movie Challenge: 'School of Rock' vs. 'Spellbound'

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Every week EW’s Dalton Ross and his wife, writer Christina Kelly, have a… um, lively discussion about what movie they should watch with their two children (Dale, 12, and Violet, 10) that weekend. Now they make their cases publicly and you get to vote on the choices and settle the argument. The power is in your hands, people. Last week, Dalton won once again, as Singin’ in the Rain toppled Mad Hot Ballroom. Read on and then vote for what film they should watch this weekend.

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Mar 1 2013 03:55 PM ET

'Schoolhouse Rock!' meets 'Star Wars': Love!

I’ve already proclaimed my love for Schoolhouse Rock!, and our Star Wars obsession around here (and here) is without question, so it should be no surprise that this mash-up of Star Wars scenes to the tune of “Interjection!” would make my heart sing. Not to mention put the song into my head (and yours) for the rest of the day. You’re welcome!

While it’s not as Twitter friendly as the president’s “Jedi mind-meld” of Star Trek and Star Wars, it’s still a lot of fun. Take a look at the clever video after the jump but WARNING: one of the last interjections isn’t really for kids.

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Feb 28 2013 04:16 PM ET

Dane Cook to voice lead in Disney's 'Planes'

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Here’s some genuinely surprising news: Dane Cook has been cast as the voice of lead character Dusty, a plane, in Disney’s Planes, a 3D action comedy that follows “Dusty’s dream of competing as a high-flying air racer—and his decidedly unfortunate fear of heights.” It’s based in the same world as Cars and Cars 2 and is being released Aug. 9.

Planes, directed by Klay Hall, was originally slated for a spring 2013 direct-to-DVD release, but after the release of Cars 2, Disney decided to give Planes a theater take off.

Cook was set to appear on a midseason comedy for NBC this season, but that show was cancelled before it aired. One of his most recent famous appearances was on Louie in 2011. He played himself having an awkward conversation about joke stealing with Louis C.K.

Read more:
Disney’s ‘Planes’ set for August 2013 release
‘Planes’ trailer: ‘Cars’ magic takes flight
NBC orders series from Dane Cook

Feb 27 2013 09:57 PM ET

'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2' trailer: There's a leek in the boat!

In Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2, Flint Lockwood and the gang return to Swallow Falls to discover that things have not, in fact returned to normal. Instead, the food from his machine has mutated and taken over the town.
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Feb 27 2013 09:09 PM ET

Pixar's 'Monsters University': Monsters, monsters and more monsters! -- POSTER

School’s in session, Pixar fans! With just under four months to go until Monsters University opens in theaters, Pixar has released a new poster for the upcoming prequel. Mike, Sully, and a whole host of new faces (in some cases, more than one face per body) gather on the bleachers for a “class photo” in the latest one-sheet. Check it out below. READ FULL STORY »

Feb 27 2013 11:03 AM ET

Ross Family Movie Challenge: 'Singin' in the Rain' vs. 'Mad Hot Ballroom'

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Every week EW’s Dalton Ross and his wife, writer Christina Kelly, have a… um, lively discussion about what movie they should watch with their two children (Dale, 12, and Violet, 10) that weekend. Now they make their cases publicly and you get to vote on the choices and settle the argument. The power is in your hands, people. Last week, Dalton got back in the winner’s column as his pick of ‘Honey, I Shrunk the Kids’ bested Christina’s selection of ‘Cinema Paradiso.’  Read on and then vote for what film they should watch this weekend. READ FULL STORY »

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