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Heyden Chemberlen, Mckenna Grace and Terry Crews Talk PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie, Opens August 26

For years, PAW Patrol has won over young audiences with stories about courage, teamwork, and helping others. Now, the beloved pups are heading into their biggest adventure yet, complete with dinosaurs, an erupting volcano, and an inspiring new friend named Rex.

Voiced by newcomer Heyden Chemberlen, Rex is an exceptional rescue pup who uses a dog wheelchair and knows just about everything there is to know about dinosaurs.

Kids all over the world love PAW Patrol because it inspires them to never give up, says Chemberlen, who makes his movie debut in PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie.

Chemberlen also shares something special with the character he voices.

We’re both in a wheelchair,” he shares. “We’re also both athletic, funny, smart, and creative.

Rex Joins the PAW Patrol for a Dino-Sized Mission

In PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie, the pups find themselves far from home after their ship is caught in a mysterious storm. They eventually crash-land on an uncharted tropical island, only to discover that the place is filled with dinosaurs.

There, they meet Rex, a pup who has been stranded on the island for years. During his time there, Rex has become an expert on its prehistoric residents, making him the perfect ally when trouble starts brewing.

And, as usual, Mayor Humdinger is not far behind.

The PAW Patrol’s longtime rival begins recklessly mining the island in hopes of exploiting its natural resources. His actions soon cause a massive dormant volcano to erupt, placing the island and everything living on it in danger.

With time running out, the pups are pushed into a series of huge, high-stakes rescues unlike anything they have faced before. Together with Rex, they must stop Humdinger and protect the island before it is too late.

Mckenna Grace Thinks Rex Is “Super Cool”

Mckenna Grace returns as Skye, and her character is once again part of the action.

We crash-land on this super mysterious island and discover that there’s dinosaurs,” she shares. “Rex is this super cool character that we meet, and he’s, like, friends with T-Rexes.

That connection to the island’s dinosaurs instantly makes Rex one of the most fascinating additions to the PAW Patrolcrew.

Terry Crews, who joins the voice cast as mining and explosives expert Alistair Stonewall, is just as enthusiastic about the new pup.

He’s amazing and absolutely fun! says Crews.

A Meaningful Big-Screen Debut

For Chemberlen, becoming part of the PAW Patrol world is especially meaningful because he grew up watching the series himself.

It’s fun to see him on the screen as I grew up watching PAW Patrol,” says Chemberlen about Rex. “It’s an amazing show that inspires a lot of kids, and it makes me happy to now be in it.

His casting also gives young audiences a new character who reflects determination, confidence, and capability while bringing plenty of personality to the adventure.

Rex may be new to the big screen, but his courage, humor, and love of dinosaurs make him feel right at home alongside the rest of the pups.

A Star-Studded Voice Cast Joins the Adventure

PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie features an ensemble voice cast led by Carter Young, Mckenna Grace, Terry Crews, Meredith MacNeill, Ron Pardo, Jennifer Hudson, Heyden Chemberlen, Fortune Feimster, Jameela Jamil, Rain Janjua, Bill Nye, Paris Hilton, Lucien Duncan-Reid, William Desrosiers, Nylan Parthipan, and Snoop Dogg, with Henry Bolan being introduced in the film.

Directed by Cal Brunker and written by Brunker and Bob Barlen, the film is based on the television series created by Keith Chapman.

Backstreet Boys Bring New Music to the Movie

The adventure also comes with a new song.

“Bottle Up,” performed by the Backstreet Boys and co-written by Ed Sheeran, is now out. Fans can watch the official music video and learn the dance ahead of the film’s theatrical release.

With dinosaurs, daring rescues, familiar faces, and an inspiring new pup joining the team, PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie is set to bring another fun family adventure to the big screen.

PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie roars into Philippine cinemas August 26. Distributed locally by Paramount Pictures PH.

August 14, 2026
Who Is Clara Grant? Get to Know Mckenna Grace’s Powerful Role in “Regretting You,” In Theaters October 22

Meet Clara Grant: 12 Fun Facts You’ll Love

“Mckenna brings so much life to Clara,” says Allison Williams, who plays Morgan Grant, mom to Mckenna Grace’s Clara in the upcoming tragic romance Regretting You. “She’s an extraordinary actress.”

In Regretting You — adapted from Colleen Hoover’s hit novel — Allison Williams and Mckenna Grace portray Morgan and Clara Grant, mother and daughter pushed apart by tragedy. When a shocking betrayal emerges after a devastating accident, they must unearth buried secrets, redefine love, and stand by each other again. The luminous ensemble includes Dave Franco, Mason Thames, Sam Morelos, Scott Eastwood, Willa Fitzgerald, and Clancy Brown. Directed by Josh Boone (of The Fault in Our Stars fame).

Watch the Official Trailer Here:

After the trailer’s August release, fans were immediately smitten. One admirer wrote:

“OMG, Mckenna is perfect as Clara.”

Ready to fall deeper into Clara’s world? Here are 12 fun facts that make her—and the actress behind her—truly unforgettable.

1. Starting young, soaring high

At 19, Mckenna Grace began acting at age 5. Her credits span Captain Marvel to The Handmaid’s Tale, for which she earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series.

“Clara has been such a special role for me,” says Grace. “She’s so complicated, mature and immature all at once.”

2. On‑screen love, real‑life friendship

Clara’s boyfriend Miller is played by Mason Thames — who, in real life, is one of Grace’s best friends.

“We already knew each other so well because we’ve been goofing off for the past year, doing all these stupid things,” Grace says of Thames. “And then, all of a sudden, we were working together, running around, having a blast!”

3. The first week was wild

The earliest scenes took place in Miller’s home, where the set included goats, horses, and more. Grace recalls this first week as her favorite. And yes, she traveled with her beloved Yorkie, Gizmo.

4. Sometimes, Clara stirs the pot

In one climactic scene, Miller accuses Clara of using him just to “piss off” her mom. Grace admits:

“Clara does some things that she knows will piss off her mama,” Grace laughs. “The interesting thing is that sometimes I don’t think she knows there’s a part of her that’s doing it to piss her off. Sometimes she definitely does, though, and does it anyways!”

5. Their shared passion: films

Clara dreams of acting; Miller wants to direct. Movies are one of their deepest bonds.

“Miller is a filmmaker, so he’s very creative,” notes Thames.

6. Guilty‑pleasure romance flicks

Miller apparently loves Elizabethtown (a Cameron Crowe film), a nod to director Josh Boone’s own inspirations.

7. Sharp wit, hidden pain

Though grief weighs on her, Clara still brings humor and sarcasm. As Thames teases:

“Whoever his first kiss was with, I bet it was nothing like his first kiss with Clara,” says Thames of when Miller and Clara’s romance first blooms. “That is a moment that everybody is looking for. And once you find it, it’s pretty special.”

8. Top student turned rebel

Before the tragedy, Clara was a straight‑A pupil. Afterwards, she spirals, rebelling and pushing away her mother through bad choices. Grace notes:

“There are a lot of bad decisions that Clara makes within her grief, just trying to figure herself out. Which I think makes her very human,” says Grace. “This film is about her and her mom trying to find each other again.”

9. A director steeped in adaptation

Josh Boone, who previously brought The Fault in Our Stars to film, now brings Regretting You to life.

10. Music is Clara’s compass

Music drives the film’s tone (you’ll notice an R.E.M. logo on Boone’s hoodie in set pics). He says he builds a movie’s identity around its soundtrack:

“Music is almost the starting point for me to even know whether to make a movie or not,” Boone says. “I worked at a record store for many years before I made movies, so the first thing I do is build a soundtrack. Music is important to Clara, too.”

11. A confidante in real life

Grace says she doesn’t carry many secrets but becomes “a vault” for others.

“I don’t have a lot of secrets of my own, but I am a vault for other people’s,” says Grace. “I’m somebody people tell a lot of secrets to. I never tell. I am a really, really good secret-keeper.”

12. Grace’s own musical heart

Offscreen, she’s a musician, having released 30+ songs since debuting her single “Haunted House” in 2021. She calls songwriting “is my therapy.”

Mark Your Calendars

Regretting You, from Paramount Pictures, opens in Philippine cinemas October 22. #RegrettingYouMovie

Whether you’re a Colleen Hoover superfan or just love a story that’ll make you cry, laugh, and maybe call your mom — this is one fall movie you won’t want to miss.

October 10, 2025
Why You Can’t Miss ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ – Insights from Mckenna Grace and Finn Wolfhard

The eagerly anticipated ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire‘ is not just a movie; it’s an experience, according to Mckenna Grace and Finn Wolfhard. With the Spengler family back in action, the film promises to deliver an unforgettable mix of nostalgia, humor, and spine-tingling adventure. Here’s why this chapter in the Ghostbusters saga is unmissable.

A Return to Origins

Mckenna Grace, portraying the brilliant Phoebe Spengler, highlights the significant shift in scenery and scale in ‘Frozen Empire.’ “It’s in New York, it brings us back to where the Ghostbusters originated so that’s really special,” says Grace. “New villain, new storylines, new problems that at least Phoebe has never encountered. It’s bigger scale, more blockbuster, action, there’s a lot. It’s very fun.”

Annie Potts, Bill Murray, the Ecto-1, Dan Aykroyd and Ernie Hudson in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

The Ultimate Team-Up

Finn Wolfhard, stepping into the shoes of Trevor, Phoebe’s older brother, is thrilled about the on-screen collaboration between the new and original Ghostbusters. “This movie is incredibly fun because you have the original Ghostbusters teaming up with the new Ghostbusters,” says Wolfhard. “It’s hard to believe that we’re all in the same room together, working on the same scenes. It’s very surreal but super rewarding.” This unprecedented alliance forms the heart of the movie, blending the iconic humor and camaraderie of the original films with the vibrant energy of the new generation.

A Chilling New Adversary

The stakes are higher than ever as our heroes face Garraka, a spectral force with the power to unleash a deadly frost upon the world. Grace describes Garraka as “a terrifying villain,” setting the tone for a movie that masterfully balances the thrill of the ghost hunt with the chill of a supernatural apocalypse.

Garraka in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

Laughter in the Face of Danger

Despite the looming threat, ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire‘ stays true to its roots by weaving humor throughout its narrative. “There’s a genius in how the original films blended scares with comedy,” Wolfhard reflects, affirming that the new movie follows in these footsteps, ensuring that audiences are kept on the edge of their seats, chuckling all the while.

A Legacy Continued

For both Grace and Wolfhard, being part of the Ghostbusters legacy is a dream come true. “It’s an honor to contribute to this saga,” Wolfhard shares, emphasizing the film’s deep respect for its predecessors and its aim to captivate die-hard fans and newcomers alike.

The Sewer Dragon in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

Mark Your Calendars

Don’t miss out on the chance to witness this monumental chapter in the Ghostbusters universe. Distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, a division of Sony Pictures Releasing International, ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire‘ promises to be a cinematic spectacle filled with awe, laughter, and heart-pounding action. Catch it in cinemas starting April 10 and join the adventure that’s been decades in the making. #Ghostbusters @columbiapicph

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April 8, 2024
Mckenna Grace is the Adorable Girl Genius Phoebe in ‘Ghostbusters: Afterlife’

She recently starred in New Line’s Annabelle Comes Home and in the hugely successful Captain Marvel opposite Brie Larson. Now, Mckenna Grace stars budding scientist, Phoebe in Columbia Pictures’ new action-adventure Ghostbusters: Afterlife in Philippine cinemas on February 16.

At the center of Ghostbusters: Afterlife is a small family: single mom Callie (Carrie Coon), her 15-year-old son Trevor (Finn Wolfhard), and her 12-year-old daughter Phoebe (Mckenna Grace). After they are evicted from their Chicago apartment, the family moves into a ramshackle Oklahoma homestead where they begin to discover their connection to the original ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind.

“Phoebe is brilliant and could only be played by an actress who is as intelligent as she is,” director Jason Reitman says. “Mckenna is exceptionally smart – she’s probably read more books than I have – very thoughtful, and very funny. She’s perfect for Phoebe –a young, misunderstood woman who finds herself in ghostbusting.”

“In Phoebe, I wanted the audience to meet a young girl who is a genius and who feels like an outsider,” says Jason, “someone who is looking for friends in the moment that she discovers she’s just like her grandfather. She is a scientist. She is someone who can make things, who wants to fix things. She is the kid who wants to break open the toaster and see how it works, but instead of a toaster, she gets a proton pack.”

Grace says she feels blessed to play this role. “I get to be the character that unravels her grandfather’s life and discovers their family tree. She’s not at all like other kids her age. She’s incredibly smart. She’s very into science experiments. When we are first introduced to her, she is pulling cords through a giant hole in the wall and causes a power outage in the whole house. She’s very inventive and resourceful,” Grace concludes.

Ghostbusters: Afterlife is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Use the hashtag #Ghostbusters

February 15, 2022