The martial arts world is abuzz with the unexpected announcement of Ip Man 5, a

sequel to the popular franchise based on the life of Wing Chun Grandmaster, Ip Man.
The news comes as a surprise considering the fourth installment of IP Man 4: The
Finale ended with the death of Master IP. However, the star of the franchise, Donnie
Yen, unveiled the first poster for IP Man 5 at the Cannes Film Festival and confirmed the
development of the project. The IP Man series, launched in 2008, has become a
significant success, grossing over $426 million worldwide. The films follow the life of Ip
Man, the grandmaster of the Wing Chun style of kung fu who is famous for teaching the
great Bruce Lee. The franchise has been praised for its thrilling fight scenes, engaging
storytelling and Yen's endearing performance as the title character. Plot details of IP
Man 5 are under wraps, but speculations are rife. Given that the fourth film ended with
Master IP's death, it is likely that the fifth film took place between 1964 and 1972, eight
years after Master IP's death. Alternatively, the film could explore a neglected chapter in
Ip Man's life or explore the origins of the Wing Chun fighting style. No official
announcement has been made regarding the release date. The film is still in active
development, along with two other projects starring Donnie Yen Flashpoint Resurgence
and Bad Decisions. Given the franchise's past success, Ip Man 5 is expected to receive
an international theatrical release followed by a streaming release on Netflix.

Charlie Hudson and Rex, the beloved dog and detective duo of the St. John's Police
Department, are set to return for another exciting season. Canadian police procedural
drama Hudson and Rex has been renewed for a seventh season by CityTV. Based on
the Austrian-Italian drama Kommissar Rex, the show has captivated audiences with its
unique blend of suspense, action and the heartwarming bond between a detective and
his canine companion. The seventh season promises to continue the plot of suspense
and action with new mysteries and high-stakes investigations. The dynamic partnership
between Detective Charlie Hudson, portrayed by John Reardon, and Rex, played by
Diesel vom Bergimwald, will face new challenges as they navigate the complex crime
scene in St. John's. Key cast members, including Myco Nguyen as Forensic Chief
Sarah Truong, Kevin Hanchard as Superintendent Joseph Donovan, and Justin Kelly as
IT specialist Jesse Mills, are expected to return. Filming for the upcoming installment
will begin in St. John's, Newfoundland on June 23 and wrap up on October 8. Previous
seasons have used several locations in St. John's for filming, including the Bruno
Center at Memorial University of Newfoundland. , and Patton College. Although the
official release date of the seventh season has not yet been announced, fans can
expect more exciting and complex cases for Charlie and Rex. The new season will likely
continue to build on the suspenseful and action-packed narrative, with unexpected
twists, intense drama and remarkable developments in the dynamic partnership
between the detective and the dog.