"The Huntsman" Brings Back Charlize Theron as Queen Ravenna

Fresh from a universally acclaimed turn as Furiosa in the Oscar-winning “Mad Max: Fury Road,” Charlize Theron is back with vengeance as Snow White's ex-tormentor Queen Ravenna in Universal Pictures' fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter's War.”

In the film, evil Queen Ravenna betrays her good sister Freya (Emily Blunt) with an unforgivable act, freezing Freya’s heart to love and unleashing in her an icy power she never knew she possessed. Retreating to a kingdom far to the north, Freya raises an army of Huntsmen as her protectors, with the only rule that no two of them should ever fall in love.

Emily Blunt, the Ice Queen in "The Huntsman: Winter's War"‏

Coming off rave reviews for her indelible performances in “Sicario,” “Into the Woods” and “Edge of Tomorrow,” Emily Blunt now portrays Freya, the Ice Queen, in Universal Pictures' new fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter's War.”

While Ravenna (Charlize Theron) is a wicked devourer of souls and uses her dark magic to drain the life force of her prey, her little sister Freya is a good queen of snow and ice who has built her own frozen kingdom over the decades…quietly watching Ravenna’s rise to power.

Jessica Chastain, Fierce Warrior in "The Huntsman: Winter's War"

Two-time Academy Award® nominee Jessica Chastain (“Zero Dark Thirty,” “The Martian”) has emerged as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after actresses of her generation. Now, she stars opposite Chris Hemsworth, Charlize Theron and Emily Blunt in Universal Pictures' fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter's War.”

Finding an actor of an equal caliber to play alongside Hemsworth as Sara, Eric the Huntsman's true love, was perhaps the production’s greatest challenge. Indeed, a great warrior with a heart as true as Eric’s, Sara required an actress with true power. And Jessica Chastian fits the part brilliantly.

Eric, The Huntsman Propels New Story of "Winter's War"‏

The fantastical world of “Snow White and the Huntsman” expands to reveal how the fates of The Huntsman Eric and Queen Ravenna are deeply and dangerously intertwined, in Universal Pictures' new fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War.”

(Watch the film's Eric-centered trailer at https://youtu.be/f5EbCIpMNR8.)

In 2012, “Snow White and the Huntsman” breathed new life into the fairy-tale genre with a dark, epic take on the classic story. The film, which starred Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth and Charlize Theron, earned nearly $400 million at the worldwide box office and delighted audiences across the globe.

When it came time to consider a return to the dark fantasy world the creators had imagined, the producers decided to explore a story touched upon in the original, which alluded to the Hunstman Eric’s past love and her tragic death. In Hemsworth’s capable hands, the Huntsman proved to be such a popular character, and the notion of two parallel stories in this newly created universe appealed to all involved.

"The Huntsman" TV Spots Shed Light on Backstory‏

A couple of TV spots for the new fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War” have just been revealed by Universal Pictures.

The first focuses on the origins of evil queen Ravenna (Charlize Theron), while the second tells of the feud between the sisters Freya (Emily Blunt) and Ravenna. The spots may be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvFwTo1qaN0 and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pmi86ReKLeY.

War Between Sister Queens Escalates in New "Huntsman" Trailer‏

Discover the story that came before Snow White in Universal Pictures' new fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War.” Chris Hemsworth and Oscar® winner Charlize Theron return to their roles from “Snow White and the Huntsman,” joined by Emily Blunt and Jessica Chastain.

Watch the film's newly-released trailer at https://youtu.be/bBHyq8xVDnk.

Main Poster Heats Up "The Huntsman: Winter's War"‏

Universal Pictures has just unveiled the main poster art for its new fantasy adventure “The Huntsman: Winter’s War” which, as the one-sheet declares, is “The Story Before Snow White.”

Chris Hemsworth and Oscar® winner Charlize Theron return to their roles from “Snow White and the Huntsman,” joined by Emily Blunt and Jessica Chastain.

Theron stars as evil Queen Ravenna, who betrays her good sister Freya (Blunt) with an unforgivable act, freezing Freya’s heart to love and unleashing in her an icy power she never knew she possessed. Retreating to a kingdom far to the north, Freya raises an army of Huntsmen as her protectors, with the only rule that no two of them should ever fall in love.

As a war for domination escalates between the two queens, the hero standing between them is Freya’s most elite Huntsman, Eric (Hemsworth). Alongside fellow warrior Sara (Chastain)—the only woman who has ever captured his heart—Eric must help Freya vanquish her sister…or Ravenna’s wickedness will rule for eternity.

First Trailer, More Posters Up for "The Huntsman: Winter's War"‏

Fresh from revealing the character posters from “The Huntsman: Winter's War” early in the week, Universal Pictures has now launched the film's first trailer and two more one-sheets. Watch the trailer at https://t.co/xVMZE2ncDh.

The fantastical world of “Snow White and the Huntsman” expands to reveal how the fates of The Huntsman Eric and Queen Ravenna are deeply and dangerously intertwined.

Chris Hemsworth and Oscar® winner Charlize Theron return to their roles in “The Huntsman: Winter’s War,” an epic action-adventure in which they are joined by Emily Blunt and Jessica Chastain, as well as director Cedric Nicolas-Troyan. Producer Joe Roth (“Maleficent,” “Alice in Wonderland”) once again leads the team in a breathtaking new tale nested in the legendary saga.

"The Huntsman: Winter's War" Reveals Character Posters‏

Universal Pictures has just revealed the character posters for its new epic adventure, “The Huntsman: Winter's War,” the highly anticipated sequel to “Snow White and the Huntsman.”

The characters who are featuted in individual one-sheets are The Huntsman (Chris Hemsworth), The Evil Queen (Charlize Theron), The Ice Queen (Emily Blunt) and The Warrior (Jessica Chastain).

The fantastical world of “Snow White and the Huntsman” expands to reveal how the fates of The Huntsman Eric and Queen Ravenna are deeply and dangerously intertwined.

Chris Hemsworth and Oscar® winner Charlize Theron return to their roles in “The Huntsman: Winter’s War,” an epic action-adventure in which they are joined by Emily Blunt and Jessica Chastain, as well as director Cedric Nicolas-Troyan. Producer Joe Roth (“Maleficent,” “Alice in Wonderland”) once again leads the team in a breathtaking new tale nested in the legendary saga.