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Lord Of The Rings stars reunite for ‘great night of conversation’ together

The group reunited for dinner more than two decades on from their last film together.

Evening Standard · Aug 8

California Schemin’ review – James McAvoy’s directorial debut will make Scotland proud

4/5 This true-life tale of Dundee rappers who bluff their way into a record deal is uniquely tapped into the realities of the UK creative industry

The Independent UK · Apr 10

James McAvoy says he took career highs 'for granted' as he reflects on directorial debut

The 46-year-old actor speaks about his ‘personal’ new film, California Schemin’, and his pride at bringing a Scottish story to the big screen

Evening Standard · Apr 9

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James McAvoy hailed as ‘humble’ and ‘genuine’ by subject of directorial debut

The pair worked together on California Schemin’, which is McAvoy’s directorial debut

Evening Standard · Apr 8

James McAvoy: ‘I’ve been “that Scottish person”, reduced to a noise that comes out of my mouth’

He went from a Glasgow council estate to Hollywood fame. Now, in his directorial debut, the X-Men star is challenging stereotypes about his homeland via the remarkable tale of a real-life hip-hop hoax

The Guardian - UK · Mar 31

James McAvoy ‘really proud’ of directorial debut California Schemin’

The actor and director was speaking on Sunday night at a red carpet event in Glasgow.

Evening Standard · Mar 8

I Didn’t Think The Mighty Nein Would Spoil The Legend Of Vox Machina, But Episode 4 Dropped An Interesting Reveal

I'm not mad about it.

Cinemablend · Nov 26, 2025

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James McAvoy has plans to direct more films after California Schemin'

James McAvoy has plans to keep directing after making his debut on musical biographical film California Schemin' - which is based on the book Straight Outta Compton, which tells the story of Scottish hip hop duo Silibil N' Brains who faked being American to land a record deal.

BANG Premier · Sep 16, 2025

James McAvoy allegedly assaulted in Toronto bar after promoting directorial debut

Actor was in city for its annual film festival when he was reportedly attacked

The Independent UK · Sep 10, 2025

James McAvoy 'punched by stranger' during Toronto Film Festival appearance

The Scottish actor had been socialising with producers of his new film at Charlotte’s Room when the incident occurred shortly before midnight on Monday

Evening Standard · Sep 10, 2025

California Schemin’ review – James McAvoy’s directorial debut is an unlikely rap tale

The actor makes for a hit-and-miss first time film-maker with the undeniably involving true story of Scottish rappers who pretended to be American

The Guardian - US · Sep 7, 2025

James McAvoy nervous on set of directorial debut

James McAvoy was nervous on the set of his directorial debut California Schemin' - which is based on the true story of two Scottish friends, Gavin Bain and Billy Boyd, who pretended to be an American rap duo.

BANG Premier · Sep 5, 2025

Meet the Cast of 'Washington Black'

Prepare to fall in love with this period drama co-starring and executive produced by Sterling K. Brown.

Marie Claire · Jul 24, 2025

Exclusive: Sterling K. Brown and Ernest Kingsley Junior on globe-trotting adventure Washington Black

Sterling K. Brown and Ernest Kingsley Junior on leading the way in adventure series Washington Black.

WhatToWatch · Jul 23, 2025

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 9, 2025

Scottish rappers, deaf composers and an AI song called Zygotic Washstands: the biggest hoaxes in pop

Ex-Kraftwerk member Wolfgang Flür was conned into believing he was collaborating with a member of Daft Punk – but it’s far from the first time musicians and audiences have been fooled

The Guardian - UK · Apr 1, 2025

Is my Scottish accent really the problem – or is it just your English ears?

Football manager Gary Caldwell thinks he sounds too ‘aggressive’ and that spells trouble. But as a fellow Scot, I know the answer isn’t to ‘Englify’ ourselves, says Glasgow-based journalist Catriona Stewart

Total Film · Dec 13, 2024

If you squint, those Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim cameos work surprisingly well in Tolkien lore

What's going on with those Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim cameos? All your questions answered

Lord Of The Rings Star Bernard Hill Remembered By Cast

Tributes pour in for the late actor Bernard Hill, known for his iconic roles in The Lord of the Rings and Titanic. Former cast mates honor his legacy.

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Marie Claire · May 4, 2024

Orlando Bloom and Elijah Wood Enjoy 'Lord of the Rings' Reunion With "Hobbit" Co-Stars

"3 hobbits and an elf."

Cinemablend · Nov 24, 2023

As We Approach The 20th Anniversary Of Lord of the Rings: The Return Of The King, I Can’t Stop Thinking About This Endearing Viggo Mortensen Behind-The-Scenes Moment

An official documentary reveals a heartwarming Viggo Mortensen moment from the filming of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

Manchester Evening News · Jan 5, 2023

Fans flood The Lord of the Rings and Stockport hero Dominic Monaghan with support as podcast 'The Friendship Onion' goes on hiatus

Dominic hosts the podcast with co-star and friend Billy Boyd

The National (Scotland) · Aug 9, 2022

Lord of the Rings actor refuses to take scripts which mock Scottish accents

LORD of the Rings star Billy Boyd has called out the “stereotypical” treatment of Scottish accents in the film industry, saying jokes about…

Salon · Jul 23, 2022

Billy Boyd gives new LOTR cast advice

In an interview with Salon, Boyd talks of leaving the world of Middle-earth that he's known for

Salon · Jul 17, 2022

LOTR stars seek justice for Moriarty

Dominic Monaghan and Billy Boyd spoke to Salon about the "annoying" Sherlock, Shakespeare & their long friendship

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2022

‘Lord of the Rings’ fan documents his excitement as hobbit stars are seated next to him in restaurant

‘I experienced the Shire tonight and loved it’ the fan wrote on Twitter

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