Thomas Floyd

I think we’re collectively trying to figure that out!

Titanic missed a few (most famously DiCaprio in lead actor)

“Sinners” didn’t just break the record with 16 Oscar nominations — it got nominated in literally every category it was eligible in. Only places it didn’t show up were the three shorts, plus adapted screenplay, documentary, animated, international and lead actress. #Oscars

Analysis | The most promising theater to see in the D.C. area in 2026 Local productions will also include “Young John Lewis: Prodigy of Protest,” “Safety Not Guaranteed” and an underground spin on “A Streetcar Named Desire.”

The D.C. theater slate is pack with eclectic offerings once more this year, with shows including an underground "Streetcar," a Wendell Pierce-starring "Othello" and a new musical about TLC. Here's my rundown of the most enticing productions on tap:

The World Cup isn’t coming to the D.C. area, but at least one high-profile tune-up is: Kylian Mbappé’s France will face Colombia on March 29 at Northwest Stadium in Landover.

“He is the leading man in one of the biggest franchises of all time, yet he also exists as someone comparatively unknown to many people.”

In Monday’s Post: My profile of “Avatar: Fire and Ash” star Sam Worthington, the Australian actor who is happy to be the mega-franchise’s unrecognizable hero.

The star of ‘Avatar’ is surprisingly anonymous. He isn’t blue about it. Sam Worthington, returning to anchor “Fire and Ash,” is happy to be the mega-franchise’s unrecognizable hero.

Sam Worthington is the top-billed star of two of the three highest-grossing movies of all time.

But over the past decade, he has sneaked into stealthy anonymity.

The star of ‘Avatar’ is surprisingly anonymous. He isn’t blue about it. Sam Worthington, returning to anchor “Fire and Ash,” is happy to be the mega-franchise’s unrecognizable hero.

“I always like anonymity. Having a blue avatar face, it may not get you nearly as recognized — but I’m not in it for that.”

Sam Worthington, the self-described introvert returning as Jake Sully in “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” is happy to be the mega-franchise’s surprisingly unrecognizable star.

Thomas Floyd on His Favorite Movies of 2025 With Julie Mason

Joined "The Julie Mason Show" today to discuss my favorite films of 2025 — you can give the segment a listen right here:

The FIFA Peace Prize, explained ⬇️

Comedian Matt Rogers would like to be your ‘prince of Christmas’ In the time-honored tradition of Mariah Carey, he’s on tour belting holiday tunes. Only his are hysterical.

"Sketch comedy and pop songwriting go so hand in hand. ... Setup, punch line — that’s like verse, chorus."

Caught up with Matt Rogers before the inimitable actor takes his festive set of comedy songs — branded this year as "Christmas in December" — to 9:30 Club.

Get ready for Trump’s World Cup - The Washington Post President Donald Trump took center stage at the 2026 World Cup draw Friday at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The event mapped out the road to the soccer tournament this coming summer and marke...

Hopped on “Post Reports” with @avarwallace.bsky.social and Rick Maese to discuss FIFA, Donald Trump and the World Cup draw. Give it a listen here:

Donald Trump’s Kennedy Center is showier, emptier and more political In 10 months, President Donald Trump has transformed the Kennedy Center. Now comes his biggest night yet: the Kennedy Center Honors.

A portrait of the Kennedy Center, ten months after Trump's takeover. The latest from @janaykingsberry.bsky.social and me.

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Analysis | The World Cup groups are set. Here’s who has the toughest (and easiest) path. The USMNT is in Group D, in which it will face some familiar foes. Here’s what else to know about the World Cup draw and schedule.

Now that the World Cup draw is complete and the schedule is set, I broke down the USMNT’s familiar opposition, the tournament’s toughest groups, the most tantalizing matchups and more

USMNT’s World Cup starts to come to life at a draw that sets the stage The United States will face Australia, Paraguay and a European playoff winner in group stage play when the tournament opens next summer.

“We’re not taking anyone lightly,” U.S. forward Christian Pulisic said. “They’re all going to be tough games.”

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Column | The World Cup is getting real. Is the focus on soccer or Trump? The president has a knack for making things about him. Can we keep that from happening at next summer’s global soccer spectacle?

The World Cup is getting real. Is the focus on soccer or Trump? From @barrysvrlugawp.bsky.social:

Trump wants to be known as a peacemaker while frequently threatening war The president talks frequently of his desire for more peace. He also likes talking like a warmonger.

Trump brands himself around peace while threatening war.

The "Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace" and his FIFA peace prize arrived as Trump issues new threats and his "Department of War" touts its lethal strikes.

"Orwellian is about the nicest term I can come up with,” @coons.senate.gov told me.

The Kennedy Center got its event, FIFA got its audience … and Trump got his prize.

Our report on a World Cup draw unlike other, shaped by the U.S. president's pet projects and personal desires.

At the World Cup draw, Mauricio Pochettino’s USMNT learns its fate The United States will face Australia, Paraguay and a European playoff winner in group stage play when the tournament opens next summer.

The United States will face Australia, Paraguay and a European playoff winner when it opens the World Cup on home soil next summer. Reporting from today’s draw at the Kennedy Center:

World Cup draw live updates: FIFA’s stage is set, with Trump and soccer in the spotlight National soccer teams will learn their group stage opponents at the draw for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

The 2026 World Cup draw is today. At the event — which starts at noon, airs on Fox and will stream on FIFA’s YouTube channel — national teams will learn their opponents for the group stage of next summer’s tournament.

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Snag today's Style section for my profile of "Wake Up Dead Man" director Rian Johnson. Among the topics we touched on: How he's making the Benoit Blanc films more personal, the misnomer that he sets out to subvert expectations and, of course, his inspirations in musical theater. wapo.st/4oYNDnb

Overlooked for the 2026 men’s World Cup, D.C. is (as expected) prominently featured in the bid book submitted by U.S. Soccer and its partners for the 2031 women’s World Cup. digitalhub.fifa.com/m/12af6ec142...

The mind behind ‘Knives Out’ keeps pumping out capers. Here’s his secret. With his latest Benoit Blanc movie “Wake Up Dead Man,” Rian Johnson has ‘dun it again.

“He’s an incredibly important director, and I don’t mean that lightly,” Daniel Craig says. “Wherever the industry is heading … having someone like Rian around means that great movies are still going to get made.”

Profiling “Wake Up Dead Man” filmmaker Rian Johnson:

Trinity Rodman needs a new contract. Can the Spirit keep her? NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman said her league will “fight” to keep the U.S. national team star amid interest from abroad.

Trinity Rodman is out of contract. Can the Washington Spirit keep her amid interest from abroad? Rodman, Aubrey Kingsbury, Tierna Davidson, Rose Lavelle and Emma Hayes weigh in on this inflection point for the #NWSL.

Spirit’s run ends again in NWSL final, this time vs. Rose Lavelle and Gotham FC The star U.S. midfielder scored in the 80th minute for the New Jersey-based team as Washington fell, 1-0, for the second straight year.

“I think it’s a big shock. This group completely believed that we would win. There was really no scenario where we didn’t lift that trophy today.”

The Washington Spirit’s run ends again in the NWSL final — this time against Rose Lavelle and Gotham FC. Reporting from PayPal Park:

Halftime thoughts:

— Gotham has looked better, though the Spirit found a rhythm as the half wore on.
— Wiesner is having some trouble with Purce. A sub or tactical tweak wouldn't surprise me.
— Reale has contained Kouassi but that yellow on the last kick of the half might make her life difficult.

Checking in from PayPal Park, where there are no surprises in the Washington Spirit lineup for tonight’s #NWSL final against Gotham. Here are the starters:

Kingsbury; Morgan, Bernal, McKeown, Wiesner; Santos, Hershfelt, Bethune; Kouassi, Cantore; Monday

Rodman is available off the bench.

Column | How the Washington Spirit embraced the soul of D.C. During an anxious time in the nation’s capital, the NWSL team and its fans cemented a bond.

No pro franchise in town has leaned into the District, its residents and the issues they care about the way the Spirit has.

Column from @barrysvrlugawp.bsky.social

Greetings from PayPal Park, where Spirit Coach Adrián González confirmed that defender Gabrielle Carle (hamstring) will not be available to play in the NWSL final. That's not a surprise — Carle was jogging on the side with Andi Sullivan and not participating in training today.

Analysis | The USMNT ended 2025 with a bang. Who should make the World Cup roster? Coach Mauricio Pochettino, whose team rolled to a 5-1 win over Uruguay on Tuesday, has some tough decisions to make.

The #USMNT ended 2025 with a rotated squad, a stunning 5-1 rout of Uruguay and some fiery words from Mauricio Pochettino.

Reporting from Tampa, I broke down what that means for the World Cup squad and offered an updated projection for the final 26-man roster.