Super Bowl 2016: Performers, Movie Trailers & Ads to Expect
Super Bowl is known for featuring not just football, but also advertisements, trailers for upcoming movies and, of course, the much-awaited halftime show. With Super Bowl 50 coming this weekend at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, this will be a great opportunity for all media players involved.
In fact, there are a number of teasers that will be launched on Sunday, according to Latin Times. Starting with "The Jungle Book," Disney will unveil a new trailer for the all-new live-action epic adventure, which is set to be released on April 15.
Also, fans will have a glimpse of the "Untitled Jason Bourne Sequel," and "Ghostbusters." 2016 movies will be dominated by superhero movies, like "X-Men: Apocalypse," "Suicide Squad," and "Deadpool."
Additionally, "Captain America: Civil War" will reportedly air its new footage as well. Film series like "Star Trek Beyond" and "The Divergent Series: Allegiant" will also be seen.
Lastly, Disney, too, will unveil their upcoming feature film "Alice Through the Looking Glass" and the anticipated J.K. Rowling creation from the wonderful wizarding world, "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them."
Meanwhile, according to Bleacher Report, Super Bowl 50 won't be complete without the epic performances of Coldplay and Beyonce. In December, NFL announced that Coldplay is going to headline the halftime show after they released their latest album, "A Head Full of Dreams."
Of course, the British rock band will feature the wife of Jay-Z as they recently launched their collaboration "Hymn for the Weekend." Also, it has been said that the event will celebrate their past performers.
Gustavo Dudamel will showcase his talent together with the Youth Orchestra Los Angeles. However, no one is yet confirming who will sing the national anthem.
Furthermore, viewers will also see advertisements, like Shock Top Beer, featuring the actor-comedian T.J. Miller. The Denver Post added that Christopher Walken will be seen pitching for the 2016 Optima sedan by Kia.
Liam Neeson will play the "man from the future" for LG's first ever Super Bowl ad for the brand's OLED technology TV. Marilyn Monroe will be brought to life by Snickers (Mars) as they are going to relive their tagline, "You're Not You When You're Hungry," replacing Betty White.
Lastly, BMW has an all-star cast with Serena Williams, actor-producer Harvey Keitel, rapper T-Pain, skateboarder Tony Hawk, former baseball star Randy Johnson and retired soccer star Abby Wambach all pitching for the luxury Mini.