Steven Spielberg was the guest of honour at Universal Studios on Thursday night, where the studio officially named its new, state-of-the-art screening room after the legendary director. The event brought out a star-studded crowd including the Daniels, Seth Rogen, Ava DuVernay, Colman Domingo, and Vin Diesel.
Taking the stage at the emotional gathering, Spielberg, 77, reflected on his decades-long relationship with the studio - from directing his first project Duel in 1971 to recent releases like The Fabelmans. “It feels like we keep getting remarried,” he joked. “But tonight is definitely a milestone.”
As if to prove he's far from slowing down, Spielberg also gave guests an exclusive first look at behind-the-scenes footage from his mysterious upcoming film, slated for release in 2026. While plot details remain under wraps, the cast includes Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colman Domingo, Eve Hewson, and Colin Firth. The preview teased high-stakes action: Blunt’s character flees ominous black vehicles, a harrowing train collision unfolds, and Firth appears to be a shadowy figure pulling strings from what looks like a high-tech command centre.
Although Spielberg hasn’t confirmed the film’s theme, the chase sequences, underground labs, and eerie suspense suggest a sci-fi edge, possibly even the long-rumoured UFO plot.
NBCUniversal’s Donna Langley and Comcast’s top brass hosted the ceremony, describing the new ‘Spielberg Theater’ as the heart of their expanded film campus. Fitted with Dolby Vision and Atmos tech, as well as 35mm and 70mm projectors, the venue will be used by future directors to perfect their cuts, a detail not lost on Spielberg. “This isn’t just my past,” he said. “It’s about tomorrow’s storytellers too.”
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