Warner Bros. Showcases at CinemaCon

Director Denis Villeneuve and stars Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya presented the opening minutes of the third 'Dune' installment to a rapturous audience of theater owners.

J.J. Abrams made a rare public appearance to debut the trailer for 'The Great Beyond,' his first directorial effort since 2019.

The presentation also confirmed the return of Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood for 'The Hunt for Gollum,' set for release in 2027.

Despite the creative excitement, the event was shadowed by ongoing industry concerns regarding a potential merger with Paramount.