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  • Jordan Peele's HIM Stumbles at Box Office, Rushes to Streaming Amid Mixed Reviews and Rumors

    Jordan Peele's HIM Stumbles at Box Office, Rushes to Streaming Amid Mixed Reviews and Rumors
    2025/10/25
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    Jordan Peele's latest production venture, the sports horror film HIM, has dominated entertainment news this week as it transitions from theaters to digital platforms. The movie, which Peele produced through his Monkeypaw Productions company, will be available on video on demand starting October 7th, just eighteen days after its theatrical debut. This swift move to streaming comes after a disappointing box office run, with the film grossing only twenty-six million dollars worldwide against a twenty-seven million dollar budget.

    Directed by Justin Tipping and starring Marlon Wayans, HIM follows a quarterback who falls under the mentorship of a retired football icon after surviving a violent attack. Despite the horror maestro's involvement, the film received largely negative reviews, currently holding a thirty-one percent score on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics have called it a messy attempt to merge sports drama with psychological horror, though some argue it's receiving more backlash than warranted, particularly from audiences expecting another Get Out level masterpiece.

    The film's rocky reception stands in stark contrast to Peele's usual success in the genre. In fact, rumors have circulated that Peele was so frustrated his production company lost the bidding war for Zach Cregger's horror script Weapons earlier this year that he allegedly fired his representative agents. That film went on to become one of 2025's biggest horror hits.

    On a more positive note, Peele's influence continues to resonate in Los Angeles entertainment circles. The Ford theater is partnering with Street Food Cinema to present a special Halloween screening of Get Out on October thirtieth, celebrating the groundbreaking film's lasting cultural impact. Meanwhile, Mattel announced a new Monster High collaboration releasing October sixth featuring dolls inspired by characters from Peele's US, with Adelaide and Red ready to dance into collectors' homes.

    Looking ahead, Peele's next project remains shrouded in mystery. Development on his film OD was halted in 2024, and as of September, it still lacks a confirmed release date with its story under wraps.

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  • Jordan Peele's Horror Hiatus: Delays, Dolls, and Daring New Directions

    Jordan Peele's Horror Hiatus: Delays, Dolls, and Daring New Directions
    2025/10/18
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    Jordan Peele has had a characteristically busy and eventful few days that underline why he remains such a significant figure in entertainment and horror. The biggest headline is his fourth directorial feature being removed from Universal’s 2026 release calendar. Originally planned as a Halloween-season tentpole, Variety reports that the film’s timeline keeps shifting after last year’s Hollywood labor strikes. Peele himself has spoken about the delay and his excitement for the project on the Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend podcast, stating that this could be his favorite film if he gets it right, but as always details are closely guarded, with Peele encouraging fans to expect the unexpected.

    On the production front, Peele is pivoting more visibly into producing. His Monkeypaw Productions is behind Him, a psychological sports horror film helmed by Justin Tipping and starring Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers. Him premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in early September and expanded worldwide, but unfortunately, reviews have been lukewarm and the box office disappointing, making just $25.2 million on a $27 million budget, according to ScreenRant and bloody-disgusting.com. Nevertheless, Him hit digital platforms on October 7 and continues Peele's genre experimentation even when reception isn’t stellar.

    Meanwhile, Peele is collaborating outside film as well, joining legendary game designer Hideo Kojima onstage at The Game Awards to tease the forthcoming Xbox and PC exclusive title OD, described as exploring fear thresholds. Peele expressed admiration for Kojima’s vision and artistry, emphasizing that the fusion of interactive horror still aligns with his artistic interests. There is no announced release date yet and almost no confirmed details, so speculation swirls but nothing substantial has leaked.

    Cultural touchstones from Peele’s earlier work remain strong. The acclaimed Get Out is set for a big open-air screening at The Ford in LA on October 30, right on time for Halloween, as highlighted by Discover Los Angeles and The Ford. Mattel’s Monster High is launching a Skullector doll set featuring Adelaide and Red from Us, cementing Peele’s characters in the collector zeitgeist; sales opened October 6 and fans on social media are abuzz for the doppelganger duo.

    Social media has kept Peele in the public eye with posts and mentions regarding His work on Him and the Overdose game. Jason Blum name-checked Peele at BlumFest 2025, celebrating Peele as one of horror’s most innovative and empowering talents, positioning him directly alongside new and future genre icons. There were no major red carpet sightings for Peele in recent days, but outlets like AOL have noted his rare public appearance with his wife Chelsea Peretti earlier this month, charming fans with their relatable privacy.

    Speculation persists about what direction Peele will take once his next feature finally lands, but the sense from industry coverage is that his long-term cultural relevance is assured—not just for his directorial prowess but for his role amplifying new horror voices, bridging cinema and gaming, and reshaping pop culture toys. If anything, the last week underscores Peele’s restless creativity, his guarded approach to new projects, and his position at the crossroads of media, fandom, and artistry.

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  • Jordan Peele's Creative Shifts: Universal Delays, Monkeypaw Thrills, and Gaming's New Era

    Jordan Peele's Creative Shifts: Universal Delays, Monkeypaw Thrills, and Gaming's New Era
    2025/10/14
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    It has been an eventful few days for Jordan Peele with several developments reshaping both his creative career and public image. In a notable business move, Universal Pictures recently removed his highly anticipated fourth directorial project from its 2026 release calendar. According to Variety, this untitled film was initially scheduled for Christmas 2024, pushed due to the industry strikes, then targeted for Halloween 2026, but now no longer has a release date. Sources confirm Peele is actively working on the project, which has not yet begun filming, and as with all his directorial work, the plot remains under wraps, though it’s described as a horror thriller. During a January 2024 appearance on the Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend podcast, Peele expressed excitement for the new project, saying it could be his favorite film if executed right. The delay has stoked chatter in the industry, fueling speculation about both the creative direction and Universal’s long-term planning for Peele’s brand.

    While fans wait for his next directorial turn, Peele remains a force as a producer. The latest headline belongs to Monkeypaw Productions’ sports horror film “Him,” which opened in theaters on September 19. Starring Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers, “Him” explores the haunting intersection of masculinity, athletic obsession, and the commercialization of players. Marlon Wayans is earning early buzz for a surprisingly dramatic performance. The movie struggled at the box office, grossing just over $25 million on a $27 million budget, as reported by ScreenRant and Collider. Still, “Him” found a new audience after its October 7 digital release, cracking iTunes’ domestic top ten for streaming, beating out splashy competition like the John Wick spin-off “Ballerina.” Reviews remain mixed to negative, with many noting Peele’s production style is clearly felt even with Justin Tipping directing. Monkeypaw’s brand power is undiminished—as JoBlo and The Black Explosion have noted, Peele’s name dominated the marketing campaign.

    In celebrity news, Jordan Peele and his wife made a rare red carpet appearance at the HollyRod Foundation’s 2025 DesignCare Gala on October 4, according to AOL, offering fans a glimpse of his personal life before he accepted an award. Social media reflected another recent moment: Threads users debated Peele’s production-only role and called for more opportunities for Black female directors, invoking his and Ryan Coogler’s influence in horror.

    The Peele-directed classic “Get Out” is also getting renewed spotlight, headlining an outdoor LA screening event as Halloween approaches. Finally, in recent pop culture headlines, Peele appeared alongside gaming titan Hideo Kojima at the Javits Convention Center in New York on October 10 to unveil a new teaser for their much-hyped “OD” collaboration, merging horror cinema and video games in a move that could shape both industries’ storytelling. With his projects simultaneously delayed, dissected, and anthologized, Jordan Peele remains not just a filmmaker but a catalyst in pop culture conversation.

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  • Jordan Peele's Him Sparks Digital Buzz, Key Collab Tease & Horror Influence

    Jordan Peele's Him Sparks Digital Buzz, Key Collab Tease & Horror Influence
    2025/10/11
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    Jordan Peele has been the talk of the horror world this week after the digital release of his latest production, Him, dropped on October 7. This sports-horror film, helmed by Justin Tipping and produced by Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions, follows the psychological unraveling of quarterback Cameron Cade played by Tyriq Withers. It made its theatrical debut just weeks ago, starring Marlon Wayans and Julia Fox, and has since made a significant transition to home streaming. Universal Pictures packaged the digital launch with over 45 minutes of bonus material, including five deleted scenes and a “haunting” alternate ending, all of which have fueled conversations among horror fans and critics who mostly praised the performances despite the movie’s generally negative reviews. Him sits just shy of its $27 million budget in global box office, falling short of the breakout success seen from Peele’s previous hits like Get Out and Us, with outlets like ScreenRant and KoiMoi noting its underwhelming reviews but acknowledging its cult sleeper potential as it climbs the iTunes top ten streaming charts, notably beating out Ana de Armas’ John Wick spin-off Ballerina, according to Collider and FlixPatrol.

    The buzz isn’t limited to screens and critical columns; Jordan Peele’s name is all over social media as giveaways of Him digital copies popped up across Threads, and fans are invited to spooky movie nights and discussions dissecting the film’s deeper athletic symbolism and psychological horror. The movie’s 4K Blu-ray physical release is set for November 11, confirmed by Universal and entertainment outlets.

    A more personal headline making waves comes courtesy of Keegan-Michael Key in People magazine, where he called it “a tragedy” that he and Peele see each other less these days. Key explained that while their creative paths diverged — with Peele now firmly atop Hollywood’s horror scene — their foundational partnership and promise for future collaborations remain intact. For the pop-culture crowd, this serves as both wistful nostalgia and reminder of Peele’s evolution from sketch comedy to cinematic auteur.

    Rounding out the week, industry discussion online continues to hail Peele’s influence in genre cinema, with many pointing to his support of diverse storytellers and unique scripts. Threads buzzed about Peele alongside Ryan Coogler as voices championing Black filmmakers in horror. The move to digital for Him may not dramatically shake up his biographical arc, but it does cement his role as a prolific producer expanding genre boundaries beyond his own direction.

    There have been no confirmed major new announcements from Peele about his next film, although long-anticipated projects remain delayed due to recent industry strikes, reports AOL. As of now, Peele’s creative output — both on screen and off — is the subject of lively discussion across entertainment news, social media, and streaming platforms, positioning him as a dynamic force whose long-term impact on horror and filmmaking continues to build. Speculation about future directorial efforts persists, but for now, Peele’s mark is most felt in the mix of anticipation, critical debate, and cultural conversation that always follows when he steps into the spotlight.

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  • Jordan Peele's Him Stumbles at Box Office | What's Next for the Horror Auteur?

    Jordan Peele's Him Stumbles at Box Office | What's Next for the Horror Auteur?
    2025/10/07
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    Jordan Peele finds himself at the center of both excitement and controversy this week as his latest outing as a producer, the horror-comedy film Him, stumbles at the box office and sparks conversation across film circles. Universal Pictures had high hopes for Him, boldly forecasting it would open at number one with a projected 18 to 20 million dollars. But reality set in as reports from Scream Horror Magazine and industry trackers confirmed a disappointing 13 million dollar domestic debut, coupled with weak international numbers that barely broke a quarter million. The critical consensus has not been kinder, with Him currently languishing at a 29 percent Rotten Tomatoes score and reviewers widely panning the film’s execution despite a promising premise and Peele’s brand power.

    Despite the lackluster performance, entertainment headlines crackled with the news that Him would hit digital rental and sale on October 7—a mere two weeks after its theatrical launch, as covered by IMDb and Inside Pulse, with a physical 4K UHD Blu-ray release following in November. The tight turnaround to home platforms suggests Universal is eager to recoup losses and capitalize on at-home spooky season demand, leveraging Peele’s name as a key marketing hook. Social media buzz, most notably a PSA-style announcement from genre commentator Trent L. Moore on Threads, has amplified this pivot to digital, fueling a brief chatter spike and remixing the familiar debate about prestige horror and commercial pressures.

    In the background, there’s persistent interest in what creative direction Peele will steer next. The disappointment of Him adds intrigue to industry speculation, with The Arbiter observing that few filmmakers have so sharply shaped the modern horror landscape—and many are waiting to see if he returns to writing and directing after back-to-back roles as a producer. Meanwhile, his earlier work continues to thrive on the cultural map: The Ford Theater in Los Angeles is promoting a Halloween-weekend encore screening of Get Out, framing Peele’s debut as an enduring milestone in genre cinema and social commentary.

    No public appearances or major interviews have been reported from Peele himself these last few days, and there are no confirmed new business ventures or high-profile collaborations making official headlines. As fans and critics alike digest Him’s rocky rollout, the question lingers: will this bump in the road alter Jordan Peele’s trajectory, or is it just another plot twist in the blockbuster story of modern horror’s most original auteur?

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  • Jordan Peele's Next Move: Navigating Delays, Debuts, and Mysteries in the World of Genre-Bending Entertainment

    Jordan Peele's Next Move: Navigating Delays, Debuts, and Mysteries in the World of Genre-Bending Entertainment
    2025/10/04
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    Jordan Peele’s last few days have been marked by headlines and speculation about his next steps following a major shakeup in his film schedule. Variety and IMDb report that Universal Pictures has officially removed Peele’s highly anticipated fourth film from its release calendar—the movie was originally slated for October 2026 after being rescheduled from earlier dates due to the recent Hollywood strikes. The silence from both Peele and Universal reps on the delay has only increased intrigue, but as of now, cameras have not yet rolled and neither the title nor plot has been disclosed. When speaking on the Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast earlier this year, Peele promised that the concept for his next movie is clear and close to his heart, teasing it could become his personal favorite if executed well.

    In terms of public appearances, while Peele himself has kept a relatively low direct spotlight, his work is front-and-center, especially with the imminent release of the sports-horror film Him, produced by his company Monkeypaw Productions. Him hit theaters this past month with early box office numbers placing it just behind blockbusters like Demon Slayer according to ScreenRant and The Hollywood Reporter. With rising star Tyriq Withers headlining and Marlon Wayans taking a dramatic turn as a legendary, possibly sinister quarterback, the movie has generated considerable industry buzz. Critical reception is mixed but the project’s genre-mashing concept—a supernatural sports thriller—solidifies Peele’s footprint as horror’s premier reinventor. Coverage in Empire and Fiction Horizon underscores how the film transitions from familiar sports movie territory into Peele’s signature nightmare terrain, helping the movie trend heavily on social media over the weekend.

    Adding yet another twist, IndieWire and IMDb ran with rumors of Peele collaborating creatively beyond film—a partnership with iconic game designer Hideo Kojima on the mysterious horror video game Od. Some online chatter even speculates whether this foray into gaming partially explains the production slowdowns in his film slate, though official confirmation of Peele’s role or OD’s release details remains elusive.

    Elsewhere, Peele’s prior masterpieces like Get Out continue to define the cultural conversation, with major venues including The Ford in Los Angeles and festivals such as the Ross Fright Fest hosting anniversary screenings that draw both new fans and horror cinephiles. Even outside the director’s chair, collaborations with entertainment figures like Don Benjamin spark frequent social media mentions and reawaken fandom excitement.

    Jordan Peele may be in a rare season of directorial quiet, but his influence, whether in film, television, social commentary, or now even gaming, continues to reverberate—each development feeding speculation that his next move could redefine genre expectations yet again.

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  • Jordan Peele's Hollywood Crossroads: Navigating Pressure, Speculation, and the Future of Horror

    Jordan Peele's Hollywood Crossroads: Navigating Pressure, Speculation, and the Future of Horror
    2025/09/30
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    Jordan Peele is back at the center of Hollywood buzz for a mix of reasons both tantalizing and turbulent. The biggest headline making waves is that Universal Pictures just pulled his much-anticipated fourth feature from its release schedule, which had once been targeted for Halloween 2026. Variety confirms that the movie, still untitled, not only lacks a release date but—remarkably—doesn’t even have a working script. Insiders at Universal point to a turbulent development process: Peele first eyed a Christmas 2024 bow, ditched that, flirted with other ideas, but nothing stuck. There is no word on the film’s plot except, per Peele’s recent chat with Conan O’Brien, the haunting tease that he has an idea that could become his favorite movie, if—and it’s a big if—he can get it made right.

    Not everyone is confident. World of Reel quotes a studio executive saying the magic around Peele has slipped, claiming he’s been “delivering IOUs since Get Out.” While his follow-ups, Us and Nope, scored at the box office, critical and audience splits and ballooning budgets have led to doubts. The mounting pressure is only underscored by layoffs at his Monkeypaw Productions company and harsh industry whispers after he cut ties with his reps following a failed attempt to snag the buzzy project Weapons.

    Still, Peele is anything but idle. September 19 saw the release of “Him,” a sports horror concoction produced by Monkeypaw and directed by Justin Tipping. Marlon Wayans takes a rare dramatic turn, mentoring rookie football player Tyriq Withers as the story lurches from inspirational sports mythos into Peele-style psychological horror. Reviews have been mixed but passionate, with critics noting Peele’s influence even if he wasn’t behind the camera or the script. Blavity Entertainment and The College Reporter dissect the movie’s blend of body horror, locker room toxic masculinity, and the American obsession with greatness, while debates on social media fixate on its wild ending and metaphor-laden final scenes.

    On the public front, Peele remains visible. Threads chatter recently included a trending post after a fan met the director in the Bay Area. Elsewhere online, influencers buzz about the chance to preview the latest Peele-produced scare fest, reinforcing his clout as a tastemaker whether or not his next project is ready for the spotlight.

    If there’s a current throughline in his biographical narrative right now, it’s one of creative crossroads. With the industry watching closely and some confidence shaken, Peele’s next move may define whether his post-Get Out trajectory is a case of a sophomore slump or the prelude to a second act worthy of his genre-redefining debut. Either way, his legend—and the speculation—only grows.

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  • Jordan Peele's Creative Crossroads: Uncertainty Looms as Universal Shelves Next Film

    Jordan Peele's Creative Crossroads: Uncertainty Looms as Universal Shelves Next Film
    2025/09/27
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    Jordan Peele has been all over the headlines this week, marked by both heightened anticipation and a palpable air of uncertainty about his next move. The big news, as reported by Variety and echoed across industry outlets, is that Universal Pictures has quietly removed Peele’s highly-anticipated fourth directorial effort from its 2026 release calendar. Originally eyed for an October 2026 launch, and before that even juggled for a possible 2024 debut, the film is now in limbo with no script in hand and cameras nowhere near rolling. Industry whispers, picked up by World of Reel, paint this as more than a scheduling hiccup. One particularly blunt studio executive told TheInSneider that Peele, once hailed as a genre revolutionary after Get Out, has been chasing diminishing returns, with each successive project raking in less box office and generating more division among fans. The same source claims, Maybe he got too high on his own supply and needs a change of pace. Still, Peele retains critical defenders who argue that a strong concept could set his streak right, provided the next movie connects with audiences.

    Meanwhile, Peele’s name remains front-and-center on the promotional machine for Him, a new supernatural sports horror he produced, which opened in theaters nationwide September 19th. Directed by Justin Tipping, with a script co-written by Tipping, Zack Akers, and Skip Bronkie—not Peele this time—the movie stars Tyriq Withers as a promising football phenom and Marlon Wayans in a dark turn as his mentor, a revered quarterback hiding monstrous secrets. Him has drawn major attention for Wayans’ performance and for using football as an analogy for cultish celebrity, sacrifice, and exploitation. Reviews have landed with a thud more than a splash: Vince Mancini at Substack calls it all sizzle no steak, criticizing the film for muddled storytelling despite clear thematic ambition. Keith & the Movies offers a more generous take, praising its queasy genre swings but acknowledging it tries to juggle too many ideas at once. Still, Him is dominating movie conversation and was spotlighted at packed events like the Movie Night in Georgetown on September 21.

    On social media, Peele’s name is trending more for producer credits and speculation about his next move than for hands-on creative breakthroughs. Discussion ranges from critics dissecting Him to Twitter threads wondering when, or if, Peele will finally announce something concrete. Monkeypaw Productions, Peele’s banner, just weathered layoffs, suggesting corporate growing pains behind the scenes. There are reports Peele is seeking new representation, reportedly unsettled over a lost bidding war last year.

    In sum, Jordan Peele is everywhere and yet, creatively, nowhere definitive right now. The industry is watching closely. Whether his next chapter cements his genre legacy, or marks a period of creative recalibration, remains the burning question.

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