Scott said last month that Mescal would like drop out of the 20th Century Studios film due to his busy schedule with Sony's Beatles project.

The future is looking brighter again. Jacob Elordi is in early negotiations to star in Ridley Scott‘s post-apocalyptic thriller “The Dog Stars” for 20th Century, replacing Paul Mescal, who ran into scheduling issues.

The Dog Stars' has Jacob Elordi circling the lead role initially set aside for Paul Mescal, we've confirmed. Ridley Scott is still set to direct.

Love Island spinoff Love Island All Stars is back with more romance and drama as former contestants return to South Africa for a second shot at love. The show, hosted by Maya Jama, sees fan favourites, villains, and even ex-couples come together for a chance to find someone to settle down with this time.

The spin-off, first launched last year, sees singles from previous series jet to South Africa for another shot at love in the villa. This year, dancer Curtis Pritchard from series five will be back to make everyone's morning coffees joined by series three's Gabby Allen,