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Zack Sharf Digital News Director John Boyega was asked by “Hot Ones” to rank the films in his “Star Wars” trilogy, which kicked off on a high note in 2015 with the beloved “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” and then got polarizing with 2017’s “The Last Jedi” and 2019’s “The Rise of Skywalker.” “Star Wars: The Force Awakens is most definitely the best,” Boyega answered “Second, for me, comes [‘The Rise of Skywalker’]. The worst – in the most respectful sense – is [‘The Last Jedi’]. But they’re all lovely.” Boyega cracked a smile and gave some side eye, alluding to the fact that many “Star Wars” fans already know Boyega’s grievances with the space franchise. He notably told GQ magazine in 2020, “What I would say to Disney is do not bring out a Black character, market them to be much more important in the franchise than they are and then have them pushed to the side. It’s not good. I’ll say it straight up.”

A few years back, John Boyega wasn’t afraid to voice his criticisms about his character Finn faded into the background in “The Last Jedi” and “The Rise Of Skywalker.” But Deadline reports that the actress has since changed his tune, and he’s open to a return to the “Star Wars” universe if the right project comes along. READ MORE: ‘They Cloned Tyrone’ Trailer: John Boyega, Jamie Foxx & Teyonah Paris Star In This Stylish, Sci-Fi Comedy “That was a few years ago, so they were the subject of that particular project,” Boyega said to TechRadar about his comments.

John Boyega is opening up about his personal life.

Star Wars trilogy.The actor, who played Finn in the Disney trilogy, was asked to rank the Star Wars films he’s appeared in from “best to worst” during an interview with First We Feast’s Truth or Dab: Rapid Fire.“Hell yeah, I’ll do it,” Boyega said in response. “Star Wars: The Force Awakens is most definitely the best.

John Boyega is opening up about the possibility of returning to the Star Wars universe as the actor says he’s down to return to the franchise.

“They Cloned Tyrone,” per a request from the film’s director Juel Taylor.“Everybody I’ve ever talked to, as soon as I told them the [movie’s] title, they were like, ‘So Erykah Badu doing the song?’ and I’m like, ‘Trust me, I’m trying.’” Taylor said, describing the early stages of developing “They Cloned Tyrone,” which is his feature film directorial debut and stars Teyonah Parris, John Boyega and Jamie Foxx. At the time, he hoped he would be able to include a reimagined version of the Grammy-winner’s song. “You don’t really think it’s going to happen,” Taylor said. “Serendipitously enough, I was able to pitch it to her, and she responded immediately.

Rather resembling a blaxploitation-based cousin of Invasion of the Body Snatchers with a deeper sense of social consciousness, They Cloned Tyrone is a predominately grim yet intriguing account of constrained, little-hope lives victimized even further by nefarious secret attempts to transform them into obedient, well-behaved zombies. Set in what appears to be the late ‘60s-early ‘70s based on the period cars, outfits and outlandish hairstyles, Juel Taylor’s feature directorial debut, which he wrote with Tony Rettenmaier, delivers live-wire performances from the young cast but nonetheless remains notably dire, even forlorn in its depiction of small-town lives momentarily confronted with a bizarre enemy found right in their midst. This Netflix offering opens theatrically July 14 for a week prior to its move to home tubes July 21.

Us Weekly on Thursday, “Jamie is doing so much better and he’s starting to feel like himself again. He’s not 100% and is still taking things easy, but he’s definitely on the road to recovery.”The 55-year-old “Blame It” singer also “has a huge support system around him and his friends and family are making sure that he doesn’t take on too much,” the insider added.

Jamie Foxx seems to be in good spirits!

“Joy Ride” Los Angeles PremiereRegency Village Theatre, WestwoodHitting the “Joy Ride” premiere was quite a jaunt for comedy lovers in L.A., as Oscar nominee Stephanie Hsu brought some of her pals and costars to the center of Westwood for the fun. Joined by her fellow stars Ashley Park, Sabrina Wu and Sherry Cola, Hsu shared her thoughts about the profound impact she believes the movie will have, saying, “People of all backgrounds will get to associate themselves with this film.”Front and center were two of Hsu’s biggest fans, Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, the triple Oscar-winning team behind “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” along with “Joy Ride” creatives Adele Lim, Teresa Hsiao and Seth Rogen.

Netflix mystery “They Cloned Tyrone” — gave fans of the “Blame It” singer a health update following his mystery medical complication. ET Canada recently asked the duo if they’d spoken to Foxx, 55. “Yeah.

Jamie Foxx‘s They Cloned Tyrone co-stars are sharing an update on his health.

John Boyega and Teyonah Parris c0-star with Jamie Foxx in the Netflix conspiracy comedy “They Cloned Tyrone”, and during a recent interview with ET Canada’s Britnee Blair they share an update on Foxx’s condition.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director With “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” now playing in theaters and “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” on the way, July is shaping up to the biggest month yet for movie theaters this year. Things are a bit quieter on streaming, with no major studio tentpoles making their way to platforms. That’s all the more reason to get out of the house and buy a ticket at the local multiplex.

Jamie Foxx is still recuperating from his mysterious health scare.

told People. “He has the tightest circle around him.”The news comes a mere hours after Foxx, 55, chatted with co-star John Boyega, 31, who had been trying to contact his friend several times.“He finally picked up the phone. Thank you, bro,” the “Star Wars” actor told the outlet at the premiere of “They Cloned Tyrone,” which stars both Boyega and Foxx.“He’s doing well.

Jamie Foxx’s co-star, John Boyega, has spoken out on the Hollywood actor's health after a 'medical complication' saw him hospitalised. It emerged that Jamie had been rushed to hospital in April, but not many updates have been revealed since, except his family saying he was out of hospital in May. Now John, who worked with Jamie on new Netflix movie They Cloned Tyrone, has given an update on Jamie's health, as he revealed that they have been in touch.

John Boyega has said he recently made contact with Jamie Foxx following the actor’s medical complication earlier this year.The actor, who stars opposite Foxx in upcoming Netflix film They Cloned Tyrone, explained to People that he managed to recently speak with his co-star over the phone after a number of failed attempts.“He finally picked up the phone,” Boyega said at the film’s premiere. “Thank you, bro. He’s doing well.

“medical complication” earlier this year and the “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” star, 31, gave some insight into his recovery on Tuesday evening.Boyega told People at the premiere of their new Netflix film “They Cloned Tyrone” that he called Foxx recently. “He finally picked up the phone. Thank you, bro,” Boyega said.

"What happened to Jamie Foxx?" is a question that has been on the minds of many since the prolific actor was hospitalized for a medical problem in early April. While Foxx and his family have remained tight-lipped about what exactly happened or what he has been doing in the months since, his producing partner Datari Turner has offered an update on when fans can expect to see the Oscar-winning actor back in action. "He's doing amazing," he told People at the Hollywood premiere of his and Foxx's film "They Cloned Tyrone" on Tuesday.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director John Boyega revealed to People magazine that he was finally able to get ahold of Jamie Foxx over the phone following the latter’s medical complication earlier this year. The two actors star opposite one another in Netflix’s upcoming sci-fi movie “They Cloned Tyrone.” “He finally picked up the phone. Thank you, bro,” Boyega said. “He’s doing well. And then, you know, we just giving him the privacy, and we can’t wait for his return.” Boyega added, “I gave him the well wishes directly. I gave him all the well wishes. So I’m just gonna be waiting until he comes back out here. So take your time, Jamie. We love you, bro.”

John Boyega and Teyonah Parris are stepping out to promote their new Netflix movie!

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John Boyega hit the red carpet in three distinct looks for the premiere of They Cloned Tyrone!

John Boyega has said he’s been calling Jamie Foxx since the latter experienced a medical emergency earlier this year.In April the Django Unchained actor was admitted to hospital for an unspecified “medical complication“. His daughter, Corinne Foxx, later confirmed that he had left hospital and was “recuperating”.Foxx, who stars in the new sci-fi comedy-mystery film They Cloned Tyrone, was unable to attend the premiere Wednesday (June 14) at the American Black Film Festival, but his co-stars sent their well wishes.“I wanted him to show up here, but you know, I know he’s dealing with what he’s dealing with, and we just wish him all the best,” Boyega told Entertainment Tonight on the red carpet.The British actor added that he hadn’t been able to connect with Foxx just yet, but said: “I’ve been calling, I’m just gonna keep on calling. He better pick up. Come on Jamie!”Co-star Teyonah Parris also spoke about the energy that Foxx brought to the film production, sharing: “We had so much fun and he’s just such a lively person and he brings such an energy to the set.”“I wish Jamie all the recovery and healing.

Jamie Foxx, please pick up the white courtesy phone. John Boyega is on the line.

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As "Beat Shazam" host Jamie Foxx recovers from his "medical complication" that reportedly left him hospitalized for weeks, the actor has missed out on his own movie premiere. Foxx, 55, skipped the premiere of the new film "They Cloned Tyrone," which is a sci-fi comedy drama.The event took place at the American Black Film Festival in Miami Beach, Florida.  His co-stars continued to send Foxx well wishes, since he hasn’t responded to recent phone calls. "I wanted him to show up here, but you know, I know he's dealing with what he's dealing with, and we just wish him all the best," John Boyega told Entertainment Tonight during the event.

Jamie Foxx's colleagues in his new film,, are adding their voices to the chorus of well-wishers and supporters sending their love amid his health battle.Foxx stars in the new Netflix sci-fi dramedy, but was unable to attend the premiere on Wednesday, at the American Black Film Festival in Miami Beach, as he's recovering from a medical complication he suffered back in April.Foxx's co-star, John Boyega, spoke with ET on the red carpet and admitted that he missed seeing the star get to enjoy the film's big debut screening.«I wanted him to show up here but you know, I know he's dealing with what he's dealing with, and we just wish him all the best,» Boyega shared.Boyega said he hasn't had a chance to actually connect with Foxx yet, but added, «I've been calling, I'm just gonna keep on calling. He better pick up. Come on Jamie!»Meanwhile, co-star Teyonah Parris recalled working with Foxx on the set, and how he brought life to the cast and crew during production.«We had so much fun and he's just such a lively person and he brings such an energy to the set,» she shared. «We would never work, we all just had fun laughing and partying.»«I wish Jamie all the recovery and healing.

Angelique Jackson Growing up in South London, “They Cloned Tyrone” star John Boyega would sit on his mattress watching Jamie Foxx act up on “The Jamie Foxx Show” or his Oscar-winning portrayal of Ray Charles in “Ray.” So, getting the opportunity to team up with Foxx for the conspiracy caper “They Cloned Tyrone,” was a dream come true. “That’s someone that I’m very much inspired by,” Boyega told Variety on the red carpet at the American Black Film Festival, where the Netflix movie was the opening night selection. “He’s definitely been one of the major hands behind my career that helped me to get roles, get opportunities and I appreciate it.” Of course, Boyega has come a long way from watching movies and TV in his bedroom. After breaking onto the scene in “Attack the Block” and then playing Finn in the latest “Star Wars” trilogy,” Boyega has starred as King Ghenzo in the critically acclaimed film “The Woman King,” portrayed a military veteran with PTSD in “Breaking,” and delivered a Golden Globe-winning performance in Steve McQueen’s “Small Axe” anthology series. But watching Foxx’s process up close made a major impression.