Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 13:05
The Lost ‘Airbender’: How Paramount’s Movie Hack Spiraled Into a Crisis
In a major breach in April, someone leaked a copy of the next ‘Avatar’ installment, prompting a panic at the studio. Now the alleged culprit — a 26-year-old hacker who also hit the NFL — has been arrested in Singapore and signs point to a screening company being infiltrated.
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The Lost ‘Airbender’: How Paramount’s Movie Hack Spiraled Into a Crisis. In a major breach in April, someone leaked a copy of the next ‘Avatar’ installment, prompting a panic at the studio. Now the alleged culprit — a 26-year-old hacker who also hit the NFL — has been arrested in Singapore and signs point to a screening company being infiltrated.
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In a major breach in April, someone leaked a copy of the next ‘Avatar’ installment, prompting a panic at the studio.
Variety
Jun 4, 13:00
‘Scary Movie’ Review: The Sixth ‘Scary Movie’ Has a Few Choice Gags, but Mostly It’s So Meta It’s Meh
Every once in a while in “Scary Movie” (which really should have been called “Scary Movie 6,” but never mind), there’s a gag that connects. Like the one where Ray Wilkins (Shawn Wayans) gets up in front of a church congregation to declare that he’s not gay, and then proceeds to rattle off an insanely […]
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‘Scary Movie’ Review: The Sixth ‘Scary Movie’ Has a Few Choice Gags, but Mostly It’s So Meta It’s Meh. Every once in a while in “Scary Movie” (which really should have been called “Scary Movie 6,” but never mind), there’s a gag that connects.
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Every once in a while in “Scary Movie” (which really should have been called “Scary Movie 6,” but never mind), there’s a gag that connects.
Variety
Jun 4, 13:00
‘I’m the Craziest Bitch You Ever Met’: Sharon Stone and Keke Palmer on Why ‘Euphoria’ Should Be Shown in High Schools, Men’s Rights and AI’s Lack of Originality
Sharon Stone and Keke Palmer’s chemistry is electric from the second they meet — they start gabbing well before the cameras begin rolling and keep going after the director calls “cut,” exchanging phone numbers and making plans to dine and work together. Stone, who is 68 and has been an industry icon since 1992’s “Basic […]
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‘I’m the Craziest Bitch You Ever Met’: Sharon Stone and Keke Palmer on Why ‘Euphoria’ Should Be Shown in High Schools, Men’s Rights and AI’s Lack of Originality. Sharon Stone and Keke Palmer’s chemistry is electric from the second they meet — they start gabbing well before the cameras begin rolling and keep going after the director calls “cut,” exchanging phone numbers and mak…
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Sharon Stone and Keke Palmer’s chemistry is electric from the second they meet — they start gabbing well before the cameras begin rolling and keep going after the director calls “cut,” exchanging phone numbers and making plans to dine and work together.
Variety
Jun 4, 13:00
Investing in Mental Health Will Create a More Sustainable and Profitable Music Industry (Guest Column)
The issue of mental health in the music industry, and the roles labels, management and other companies can play in helping to keep artists healthy, has been a point of contention for many years. This guest post advocates strongly for a more involved and evolved role for the industry. Dr. Aprilia West PsyD, MT, PCC […]
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Investing in Mental Health Will Create a More Sustainable and Profitable Music Industry (Guest Column). This guest post advocates strongly for a more involved and evolved role for the industry. Aprilia West PsyD, MT, PCC […]
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The issue of mental health in the music industry, and the roles labels, management and other companies can play in helping to keep artists healthy, has been a point of contention for many years.
Variety
Jun 4, 13:00
Barack Obama Joins Malcom Gladwell on Podcast Series About Reconstruction Era’s ‘Unfinished Promise’
President Barack Obama is one of the prominent voices featured in a new podcast, “Reconstruction: The Unfinished Promise,” hosted by author and podcaster Malcolm Gladwell. The eight-part audio series from the History Channel is produced in collaboration with Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground production company, Malcom Gladwell’s Pushkin Industries and Audible. It’s available starting […]
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President Barack Obama is one of the prominent voices featured in a new podcast, “Reconstruction: The Unfinished Promise,” hosted by author and podcaster Malcolm Gladwell. The eight-part audio series from the History Channel is produced in collaboration with Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground production company, Malcom Gladwell’s Pushkin Industries and Audible.
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President Barack Obama is one of the prominent voices featured in a new podcast, “Reconstruction: The Unfinished Promise,” hosted by author and podcaster Malcolm Gladwell.
Variety
Jun 4, 13:00
Snap Acquires AR Firm Illumix in Bid to Boost Augmented Reality Efforts (EXCLUSIVE)
Snap, parent of Snapchat, has acquired spatial augmented reality company Illumix in a bid to boost its AR efforts. The company’s interest was spurred by Illumix’s work in scaling its mapping technology and building it out for real-world experiences. As part of the deal, Snap will adopt Illumix’s technology and platform as it seeks to […]
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Snap Acquires AR Firm Illumix in Bid to Boost Augmented Reality Efforts (EXCLUSIVE). The company’s interest was spurred by Illumix’s work in scaling its mapping technology and building it out for real-world experiences. As part of the deal, Snap will adopt Illumix’s technology and platform as it seeks to […]
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Snap, parent of Snapchat, has acquired spatial augmented reality company Illumix in a bid to boost its AR efforts.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 13:00
“It’s A Sickness”: Nikki Glaser, Wanda Sykes and the Stand-Up Comedy Roundtable
Marc Maron, Leanne Morgan and Julio Torres also swap stories of fear, “f***ability” and the surprising pressure on comedy special fashion choices.
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“It’s A Sickness”: Nikki Glaser, Wanda Sykes and the Stand-Up Comedy Roundtable. Marc Maron, Leanne Morgan and Julio Torres also swap stories of fear, “f***ability” and the surprising pressure on comedy special fashion choices.
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Marc Maron, Leanne Morgan and Julio Torres also swap stories of fear, “f***ability” and the surprising pressure on comedy special fashion choices.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 13:00
Barack Obama, Malcolm Gladwell Debut New Podcast About America’s Reconstruction Era
The series will be released on Audible on Thursday, with all episodes released widely at a later date.
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Barack Obama, Malcolm Gladwell Debut New Podcast About America’s Reconstruction Era. The series will be released on Audible on Thursday, with all episodes released widely at a later date.
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The series will be released on Audible on Thursday, with all episodes released widely at a later date.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 13:00
‘Scary Movie’ Review: The Wayans Brothers’ Slasher Spoof Franchise Should Have Been Left for Dead
Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris and Regina Hall are back, mixing legacy characters with fresh faces in peril in this sixth installment, dubbed a “rebootiquel.”
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‘Scary Movie’ Review: The Wayans Brothers’ Slasher Spoof Franchise Should Have Been Left for Dead. Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris and Regina Hall are back, mixing legacy characters with fresh faces in peril in this sixth installment, dubbed a “rebootiquel.”
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Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris and Regina Hall are back, mixing legacy characters with fresh faces in peril in this sixth installment, dubbed a “rebootiquel.”
Deadline
Jun 4, 13:00
Hugh Laurie Returning To John Le Carré Universe With Mystery Role In ‘Legacy Of Spies’
EXCLUSIVE: Hugh Laurie is presumably a fan of the works of John le Carré. The Night Manager star has landed a mystery role in his second le Carré adaptation, the BBC and MGM+’s Legacy of Spies, Deadline can reveal. We understand filming is currently taking place and Laurie’s role will be revealed soon. Legacy of […]
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Hugh Laurie Returning To John Le Carré Universe With Mystery Role In ‘Legacy Of Spies’. The Night Manager star has landed a mystery role in his second le Carré adaptation, the BBC and MGM+’s Legacy of Spies, Deadline can reveal. We understand filming is currently taking place and Laurie’s role will be revealed soon.
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EXCLUSIVE: Hugh Laurie is presumably a fan of the works of John le Carré.
Deadline
Jun 4, 13:00
History Channel And The Obamas’ Higher Ground Debut Malcolm Gladwell’s ‘Reconstruction’ Podcast On Audible
The History Channel’s Reconstruction: The Unfinished Promise, a collaboration with Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions and Malcolm Gladwell’s Pushkin Industries, is debuting on Thursday on Audible, with plans for release on all podcast platforms from June 18 to July 16. Gladwell hosts the podcast series, and Barack Obama provides commentary, as it examines […]
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History Channel And The Obamas’ Higher Ground Debut Malcolm Gladwell’s ‘Reconstruction’ Podcast On Audible. The History Channel’s Reconstruction: The Unfinished Promise, a collaboration with Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions and Malcolm Gladwell’s Pushkin Industries, is debuting on Thursday on Audible, with plans for release on all podcast platforms from Ju…
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Gladwell hosts the podcast series, and Barack Obama provides commentary, as it examines […]
Deadline
Jun 4, 12:59
‘Scary Movie’ Review: The Wayans Return After 25 Years And The Jokes Feel Every Bit That Old
With the boom in horror movies bigger than ever it seems only natural Paramount and Miramax would try to revive the money-printing Scary Movie franchise last seen in 2013 with the fifth installment and having collectively grossed nearly $900 million worldwide over five films. With Paramount riding high on Scream and Smile franchises, not to […]
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With Paramount riding high on Scream and Smile franchises, not to […]
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With the boom in horror movies bigger than ever it seems only natural Paramount and Miramax would try to revive the money-printing Scary Movie franchise last seen in 2013 with the fifth installment and having collectively grossed nearly $900 million worldwide over five films.
Deadline
Jun 4, 12:45
Tubi Doubles Down On Comedian Kevin “KevOnStage” Fredericks, Inking Most Expansive Creator Partnership To Date
EXCLUSIVE: Fox’s free ad-supported streaming service, Tubi, has set its most expansive creator partnership yet: a multi-project, multi-year slate with comedian, actor and digital creator Kevin “KevOnStage” Fredericks. Building on the success of the Tubi Original Safe Space, a comedy series co-created, directed, exec produced by and starring Fredericks, which premiered last November, Tubi is deepening the […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Fox’s free ad-supported streaming service, Tubi, has set its most expansive creator partnership yet: a multi-project, multi-year slate with comedian, actor and digital creator Kevin “KevOnStage” Fredericks.
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EXCLUSIVE: Fox’s free ad-supported streaming service, Tubi, has set its most expansive creator partnership yet: a multi-project, multi-year slate with comedian, actor and digital creator Kevin “KevOnStage” Fredericks.
Deadline
Jun 4, 12:31
Zach Cherry Talks “Awesome” Experience With Maria Bakalova On ‘All Night Wrong’; Confirms Return To ‘Severance’ But Clueless On Plot – SXSW London
Severance star Zach Cherry hit the Deadline Studio at SXSW London this week with director Jason James to discuss genre-mashing romcom-thriller-noir All Night Wrong which premiered at the festival. Cherry plays Gary, a hapless, low-key type of guy who goes on a blind date, to avenge infidelity in his jaded long-term relationship, with the much […]
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Severance star Zach Cherry hit the Deadline Studio at SXSW London this week with director Jason James to discuss genre-mashing romcom-thriller-noir All Night Wrong which premiered at the festival. Cherry plays Gary, a hapless, low-key type of guy who goes on a blind date, to avenge infidelity in his jaded long-term relationship, with the much […]
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Severance star Zach Cherry hit the Deadline Studio at SXSW London this week with director Jason James to discuss genre-mashing romcom-thriller-noir All Night Wrong which premiered at the festival.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 12:30
Meet a Female Trucker and a Metal Snake Winding Through the Gobi Desert in ‘Colors of White Rock’
The documentary from Khoroldorj Choijoovanchig, exploring the environmental and human costs of mining in Mongolia, premieres at Tribeca.
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Meet a Female Trucker and a Metal Snake Winding Through the Gobi Desert in ‘Colors of White Rock’. The documentary from Khoroldorj Choijoovanchig, exploring the environmental and human costs of mining in Mongolia, premieres at Tribeca.
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The documentary from Khoroldorj Choijoovanchig, exploring the environmental and human costs of mining in Mongolia, premieres at Tribeca.
Deadline
Jun 4, 12:17
‘Diablo’ Partners Team For Slate Of Colombian Co-Productions Aimed At U.S. & International Markets
EXCLUSIVE: A trio of producers are teaming up on a slate of Colombian co-productions aimed at the U.S. and international market. Producers Alvaro Gutierrez (Agora Films), Jason Gurvitz (Green Dog Films), and Nicolas Troya (Troya Films) are launching WildHouse, a new label to house the film slate, which will focus on genre projects in the […]
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‘Diablo’ Partners Team For Slate Of Colombian Co-Productions Aimed At U.S. EXCLUSIVE: A trio of producers are teaming up on a slate of Colombian co-productions aimed at the U.S. Producers Alvaro Gutierrez (Agora Films), Jason Gurvitz (Green Dog Films), and Nicolas Troya (Troya Films) are launching WildHouse, a new label to house the film slate, which will focus on genre projec…
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EXCLUSIVE: A trio of producers are teaming up on a slate of Colombian co-productions aimed at the U.S.
Variety
Jun 4, 12:11
Madrid ECAM Forum Chiefs on Lineup, With 2026 Palme d’Or Winner Federico Luis, and Next Indie Gems to Track: ‘Everybody Is Looking at Spain’
In only two years, ECAM Forum, the boutique post-Cannes co-production market in Madrid, has sealed its reputation as a must-attend event for international players tracking down Spain’s wealth of talent, co-production opportunities and the next festival hits – from Spain and beyond. Indeed, out of 16 works in progress pitched in 2024 and 2025, 13 […]
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Madrid ECAM Forum Chiefs on Lineup, With 2026 Palme d’Or Winner Federico Luis, and Next Indie Gems to Track: ‘Everybody Is Looking at Spain’. In only two years, ECAM Forum, the boutique post-Cannes co-production market in Madrid, has sealed its reputation as a must-attend event for international players tracking down Spain’s wealth of talent, co-production opportunities and th…
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In only two years, ECAM Forum, the boutique post-Cannes co-production market in Madrid, has sealed its reputation as a must-attend event for international players tracking down Spain’s wealth of talent, co-production opportunities and the next festival hits – from Spain and beyond.
Variety
Jun 4, 12:00
Bob Odenkirk Is Sadly Pulling Out of Freedom 250. But David Cross Will Be Taking His Place.
One of the most hilarious and heartwarming films at this year’s Tribeca Festival consists of a pair of beloved comedians doing cocaine before going on a hike. Directed by Michael LaHaie, “Bob and David Climb Machu Picchu” follows Bob Odenkirk and David Cross — longtime pals and the comedy duo behind cult favorite “Mr. Show” […]
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Bob Odenkirk Is Sadly Pulling Out of Freedom 250. But David Cross Will Be Taking His Place.. Directed by Michael LaHaie, “Bob and David Climb Machu Picchu” follows Bob Odenkirk and David Cross — longtime pals and the comedy duo behind cult favorite “Mr.
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One of the most hilarious and heartwarming films at this year’s Tribeca Festival consists of a pair of beloved comedians doing cocaine before going on a hike.
Deadline
Jun 4, 11:40
Paramount’s New President Of International On How David Ellison Sold Him The Dream As The Industry Moved On From “Frightened Paralysis”
Paramount’s new head of international has dived deep into how David Ellison sold him the dream. Kevin MacLellan told the Enders TMT Leaders Live Conference that his hire at the new Paramount-Skydance, which will soon incorporate Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), came at a time when the “frightened paralysis” of the film and TV industry was […]
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Paramount’s New President Of International On How David Ellison Sold Him The Dream As The Industry Moved On From “Frightened Paralysis”. Kevin MacLellan told the Enders TMT Leaders Live Conference that his hire at the new Paramount-Skydance, which will soon incorporate Warner Bros.
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Paramount’s new head of international has dived deep into how David Ellison sold him the dream.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 11:32
ITV CEO “Actively Engaged” In Sale Talks for Media Assets to Sky
Carolyn McCall spoke at an Enders industry conference in London on Thursday.
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ITV CEO “Actively Engaged” In Sale Talks for Media Assets to Sky. Carolyn McCall spoke at an Enders industry conference in London on Thursday.
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Carolyn McCall spoke at an Enders industry conference in London on Thursday.
Deadline
Jun 4, 11:30
‘Murdoch Mysteries’ Maker Shaftesbury Puts Jay Bennett In Charge Of Franchises
EXCLUSIVE: Canada’s Shaftesbury is doubling down on the franchise game. The Murdoch Mysteries maker has named Jay Bennett as its Senior Vice President, Franchise Strategy & Innovation – a role that puts the veteran producer and media strategist in charge of expanding its IP acvross platforms, audiences, brand partnerships and emerging media ecosystems. Bennett made […]
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‘Murdoch Mysteries’ Maker Shaftesbury Puts Jay Bennett In Charge Of Franchises. EXCLUSIVE: Canada’s Shaftesbury is doubling down on the franchise game. The Murdoch Mysteries maker has named Jay Bennett as its Senior Vice President, Franchise Strategy & Innovation – a role that puts the veteran producer and media strategist in charge of expanding its IP acvross platforms, audie…
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EXCLUSIVE: Canada’s Shaftesbury is doubling down on the franchise game.
Deadline
Jun 4, 11:30
‘Meatballs’ TV Series Starring Robbie G.K., Mark-Paul Gosselaar Comedy ‘Bulges’ & ‘Littlest Hobo’ Reboot From Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg On Bell Slate
Heated Rivalry‘s Robbie G.K. will next up be seen in a Bell Media series adaptation of cult classic comedy pic Meatballs. The series, which is from Bell-owned Blink49 Studios and Incendo, was among the highlights of Bell’s 2026/27 slate announced today. Other notable orders include Mark-Paul Gosselaar-starring comedy Bulges, and The Littlest Hobo, the first […]
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‘Meatballs’ TV Series Starring Robbie G.K., Mark-Paul Gosselaar Comedy ‘Bulges’ & ‘Littlest Hobo’ Reboot From Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg On Bell Slate. The series, which is from Bell-owned Blink49 Studios and Incendo, was among the highlights of Bell’s 2026/27 slate announced today.
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will next up be seen in a Bell Media series adaptation of cult classic comedy pic Meatballs.
Deadline
Jun 4, 11:17
ITV Boss Dodges Sale Question But Says Networks Biz Is Now “Recognized By Shareholders As A Strong Business”
ITV’s CEO has used her appearance at a leaders conference to talk up the part of her business that could soon be sold to Sky. Carolyn McCall gave an impassioned talk about why the Media & Entertainment biz, aka ITV channels and streamer ITVX, is “extremely resilient and cash generative.” The network is “recognized by […]
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ITV Boss Dodges Sale Question But Says Networks Biz Is Now “Recognized By Shareholders As A Strong Business”. ITV’s CEO has used her appearance at a leaders conference to talk up the part of her business that could soon be sold to Sky.
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ITV’s CEO has used her appearance at a leaders conference to talk up the part of her business that could soon be sold to Sky.
Variety
Jun 4, 11:04
Thierry Fremaux Talks Cannes 2026, Hollywood ‘Restructuring,’ ‘Club Kid’ Thriving, Netflix’s Possible Comeback and the Bolloré Controversy
The 79th Cannes Film Festival has wrapped, amid familiar complaints about the lack of Hollywood blockbusters, fewer American stars and a competition lineup that delivered a string of beloved films but no immediate consensus masterpiece. Yet, Thierry Frémaux sees a very different story. In his view, Cannes has never been more competitive, more influential or […]
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Thierry Fremaux Talks Cannes 2026, Hollywood ‘Restructuring,’ ‘Club Kid’ Thriving, Netflix’s Possible Comeback and the Bolloré Controversy. Yet, Thierry Frémaux sees a very different story. In his view, Cannes has never been more competitive, more influential or […]
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The 79th Cannes Film Festival has wrapped, amid familiar complaints about the lack of Hollywood blockbusters, fewer American stars and a competition lineup that delivered a string of beloved films but no immediate consensus masterpiece.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 10:59
Warner Bros. Int’l Boss Wants to End “Exclusivity” Mindset for Movies and TV Shows
Gerhard Zeiler and Andrew Georgiou, U.K. & Ireland head, spoke about the need for scale and box office trends at the Enders TMT Leaders Live conference in London.
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Int’l Boss Wants to End “Exclusivity” Mindset for Movies and TV Shows. Gerhard Zeiler and Andrew Georgiou, U.K. & Ireland head, spoke about the need for scale and box office trends at the Enders TMT Leaders Live conference in London.
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& Ireland head, spoke about the need for scale and box office trends at the Enders TMT Leaders Live conference in London.
Deadline
Jun 4, 10:58
Reclaim The Frame Partners With Sony Pictures Television To Launch Talent Development Programme For Women Filmmakers
EXCLUSIVE: Reclaim The Frame has partnered with Sony Pictures Television to launch Back in the Frame, a new six-month talent development programme for women film directors and producers returning to work after a career break. Applications for the programme are now open. It is free to apply for and participate in. The programme is open […]
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Reclaim The Frame Partners With Sony Pictures Television To Launch Talent Development Programme For Women Filmmakers. Applications for the programme are now open. It is free to apply for and participate in.
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EXCLUSIVE: Reclaim The Frame has partnered with Sony Pictures Television to launch Back in the Frame, a new six-month talent development programme for women film directors and producers returning to work after a career break.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 10:57
Marjane Satrapi, ‘Persepolis’ Director, Dies at 56
Satrapi's biographical animated feature, about growing up in Iran after the revolution, was nominated for an Oscar, making her the first-ever woman nominated in that category.
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Satrapi is best-known in the film world for Persepolis , the animated adaptation of her autobiographical graphic novel. It premiered at the Venice Film Festival. Her most recent film, Dear Paris (Paradis Paris), starring Monica Bellucci, premiered at the Torino Film Festival in 2024.
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Satrapi's biographical animated feature, about growing up in Iran after the revolution, was nominated for an Oscar, making her the first-ever woman nominated in that category.
Deadline
Jun 4, 10:49
WBD’s Gerhard Zeiler Says “We Need To Get Rid Of An Exclusivity Mindset” & Do More With YouTube
Gerhard Zeiler, the President of international at Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has called on big players to “get rid of an exclusivity mindset” when it comes to content. Zeiler appeared to suggest WBD will better leverage YouTube in the future, meeting audiences, especially younger, “where they are.” Zeiler noted that WBD has exclusivity on HBO […]
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WBD’s Gerhard Zeiler Says “We Need To Get Rid Of An Exclusivity Mindset” & Do More With YouTube. Gerhard Zeiler, the President of international at Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has called on big players to “get rid of an exclusivity mindset” when it comes to content.
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Zeiler appeared to suggest WBD will better leverage YouTube in the future, meeting audiences, especially younger, “where they are.” Zeiler noted that WBD has exclusivity on HBO […]
Variety
Jun 4, 10:37
Marjane Satrapi, French-Iranian Director of Oscar-Nominated ‘Persepolis,’ Dies at 56
France-based Iranian artist, animator and director Marjane Satrapi, best known for her Oscar-nominated 2007 biographical animated feature “Persepolis,” has died. She was 56. “Marjane Satrapi died of sadness a little over a year after the death of Mattias Ripa, her husband and the love of her life,” said a statement “from close friends and family” sent […]
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France-based Iranian artist, animator and director Marjane Satrapi, best known for her Oscar-nominated 2007 biographical animated feature “Persepolis,” has died. She was 56. “Marjane Satrapi died of sadness a little over a year after the death of Mattias Ripa, her husband and the love of her life,” said a statement “from close friends and family” sent […]
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France-based Iranian artist, animator and director Marjane Satrapi, best known for her Oscar-nominated 2007 biographical animated feature “Persepolis,” has died.
Deadline
Jun 4, 09:59
Netflix EMEA Boss Larry Tanz Warns Against “One Size Fits All” Approach To Rights Retention In Europe That Benefits Producers “Backed By Private Equity Or Sovereign Wealth”
Netflix EMEA chief Larry Tanz has warned against a “one size fits all approach” to rights retention around Europe that risks benefitting huge indies backed by “private equity or sovereign wealth.” Speaking at the Enders TMT Leaders Conference, Tanz committed to breaking Netflix’s European spend record “next year and the year after that,” but warned […]
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Tanz pushed against this, arguing that “if the regulatory direction of travel is a one size fits all approach, with IP always ending with local producers, the consequences would be big.” Watch on Deadline He suggested that some of the indies that would benefit are big beasts “often backed by”private equity or sovereign wealth” at the expense of smaller, true independents.
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Netflix EMEA chief Larry Tanz has warned against a “one size fits all approach” to rights retention around Europe that risks benefitting huge indies backed by “private equity or sovereign wealth.” Speaking at the Enders TMT Leaders Conference, Tanz committed to breaking Netflix’s European spend record “next year and the year after that,” but warned […]
Deadline
Jun 4, 09:58
‘Feast Or Famine’: Adrian Choa, Michael Boccalini & Marco Pierre White Lift Lid On Quest For A Michelin Star: “It Pigeonholes Chefs” – SXSW London
If the film world has the Oscars and Cannes Palme d’Or as measures of excellence, the highest accolade in the restaurant world is the Michelin star. But as an interviewee in Adrian Choa and Michael Boccalini’s Feast or Famine: The Quest for the Michelin Star points out early on in the documentary, an Oscar is […]
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‘Feast Or Famine’: Adrian Choa, Michael Boccalini & Marco Pierre White Lift Lid On Quest For A Michelin Star: “It Pigeonholes Chefs” – SXSW London. If the film world has the Oscars and Cannes Palme d’Or as measures of excellence, the highest accolade in the restaurant world is the Michelin star.
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If the film world has the Oscars and Cannes Palme d’Or as measures of excellence, the highest accolade in the restaurant world is the Michelin star.
Deadline
Jun 4, 09:58
Neon Boss Tom Quinn Hails Success Of ‘Backrooms,’ Saying It Shows Young People Are “Willing To Walk Away From Phones” — SXSW London
Neon CEO Tom Quinn has heralded the success of Backrooms and Obsession, saying the films show “there’s a younger generation here that’s willing to walk away from their phone.” Quinn said the box office breakouts were “incredible” for the industry, and he equated it to a Blair Witch Project-style moment. He also claimed some credit […]
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Quinn was not entirely upbeat about the state of the movie business, however. “I worry for the industry greatly. Creativity matters in this industry.” Quinn said he was grateful to be independent, but what went unsaid was that Neon has held talks with Mike Larocca and Michael Schaefer’s Department M about selling a significant stake in the company.
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Neon CEO Tom Quinn has heralded the success of Backrooms and Obsession, saying the films show “there’s a younger generation here that’s willing to walk away from their phone.” Quinn said the box office breakouts were “incredible” for the industry, and he equated it to a Blair Witch Project-style moment.
Variety
Jun 4, 09:55
Neon’s Tom Quinn Hails ‘Obsession’ and ‘Backrooms’: ‘I Don’t See This as YouTube or Otherwise, I See This as Cinema’
Tom Quinn landed in the U.K. for a special talk at SXSW London less than two weeks after Neon claimed its seventh consecutive Palme d’Or in Cannes, this time thanks to Cristian Mungiu’s “Fjord.” The exec — whose indie distributor marks only its 10th birthday next year — said the ongoing run of wins was “extraordinary,” but […]
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Neon’s Tom Quinn Hails ‘Obsession’ and ‘Backrooms’: ‘I Don’t See This as YouTube or Otherwise, I See This as Cinema’. Tom Quinn landed in the U.K. for a special talk at SXSW London less than two weeks after Neon claimed its seventh consecutive Palme d’Or in Cannes, this time thanks to Cristian Mungiu’s “Fjord.
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Tom Quinn landed in the U.K.
Variety
Jun 4, 09:52
Jason Zhang Signs With Universal Music Greater China; UMG Also Invests in Thai Distributor Solution One
Universal Music Greater China has signed Jason Zhang, one of the most commercially successful artists in Chinese-language pop, in a wide-ranging deal spanning recorded music, artist management, live performance and international strategy, structured in partnership with Zhang’s personal label, Planet Culture. In a separate announcement, Universal Music Group also revealed a strategic investment in Solution […]
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Jason Zhang Signs With Universal Music Greater China; UMG Also Invests in Thai Distributor Solution One. Universal Music Greater China has signed Jason Zhang, one of the most commercially successful artists in Chinese-language pop, in a wide-ranging deal spanning recorded music, artist management, live performance and international strategy, structured in partnership with Zhan…
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In a separate announcement, Universal Music Group also revealed a strategic investment in Solution […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 09:45
Netflix Euro Content Chief Talks AI and Other Regulation, Warning Rules May “Dictate Not Just How Much We Invest but What We Make”
Larry Tanz also told the Enders TMT Leaders Live conference in London about the streamer's broad and proud investment in U.K. content over the years.
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Netflix Euro Content Chief Talks AI and Other Regulation, Warning Rules May “Dictate Not Just How Much We Invest but What We Make”. Larry Tanz also told the Enders TMT Leaders Live conference in London about the streamer's broad and proud investment in U.K. content over the years.
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Larry Tanz also told the Enders TMT Leaders Live conference in London about the streamer's broad and proud investment in U.K.
Deadline
Jun 4, 09:25
Disney+ EMEA Boss Makes Case For Streamer Being Platfom Of Choice For Young Adults In UK
Disney+ EMEA boss Karl Holmes has made the case for the streamer being the platform of choice for young adults in the UK. The executive unveiled data from UK ratings agency Barb that found almost 40% of viewing hours on the Disney+ platform are from 16-34 year olds, which was ahead of Netflix (32%), Prime […]
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Disney+ EMEA boss Karl Holmes has made the case for the streamer being the platform of choice for young adults in the UK. The executive unveiled data from UK ratings agency Barb that found almost 40% of viewing hours on the Disney+ platform are from 16-34 year olds, which was ahead of Netflix (32%), Prime […]
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Disney+ EMEA boss Karl Holmes has made the case for the streamer being the platform of choice for young adults in the UK.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 09:25
Disney+ EMEA Boss Touts “Growth Mode,” Hike in Local Originals, Importance of Cinema Releases
Karl Holmes, at an industry conference in London, also highlighted the streamer's top young adult audience share and 80 percent ad revenue growth in the U.K., hit 'Rivals' and the strength of its movie lineup.
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Disney+ Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) boss Karl Holmes highlighted 80 percent advertising revenue growth in the U.K. A chart he showed listed Disney+ at 39 percent, Netflix at 32 percent, Prime at 27 percent, Paramount+ at 23 percent and Apple TV at 20 percent. Since November 2023, Disney+ has launched ad-supported tiers in 15 European countries.
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Karl Holmes, at an industry conference in London, also highlighted the streamer's top young adult audience share and 80 percent ad revenue growth in the U.K., hit 'Rivals' and the strength of its movie lineup.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 09:10
BBC Editorial Director: Despite “Corporate Noise,” “This Is an Organization That Is Winning”
Rhodri Talfan Davies spoke at the Enders TMT Leaders Live conference in London.
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BBC Editorial Director: Despite “Corporate Noise,” “This Is an Organization That Is Winning”. Rhodri Talfan Davies spoke at the Enders TMT Leaders Live conference in London.
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Rhodri Talfan Davies spoke at the Enders TMT Leaders Live conference in London.
Deadline
Jun 4, 09:07
Comedian & Actor Adam Buxton Seeks Out ‘Successpod’ With Mindhouse Studios Producing
EXCLUSIVE: Comedian and actor Adam Buxton will attempt to combat his mid-life crisis and existential anxiety in an Audible podcast series. Successpod will see the Hot Fuzz actor, who forms one half a comedy duo with director Joe Cornish, exploring what it takes to be a ‘success’ in the modern world. Mindhouse Studios, the podcast […]
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Comedian & Actor Adam Buxton Seeks Out ‘Successpod’ With Mindhouse Studios Producing. Successpod will see the Hot Fuzz actor, who forms one half a comedy duo with director Joe Cornish, exploring what it takes to be a ‘success’ in the modern world. Mindhouse Studios, the podcast […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Comedian and actor Adam Buxton will attempt to combat his mid-life crisis and existential anxiety in an Audible podcast series.
Deadline
Jun 4, 08:36
Marjane Satrapi Dies: Iranian-French ‘Persepolis’ & ‘Radioactive’ Director Was 56
Iranian French artist, animator and director Marjane Satrapi, best known internationally for her 2007 biographical animated feature Persepolis and Rosamund Pike-starring film Radioactive, has died. She was 56. “Marjane Satrapi died of sadness a little over a year after the death of Mattias Ripa, her husband and the love of her life,” a statement from […]
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Iranian French artist, animator and director Marjane Satrapi, best known internationally for her 2007 biographical animated feature Persepolis and Rosamund Pike-starring film Radioactive, has died. She was 56. “Marjane Satrapi died of sadness a little over a year after the death of Mattias Ripa, her husband and the love of her life,” a statement from […]
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Iranian French artist, animator and director Marjane Satrapi, best known internationally for her 2007 biographical animated feature Persepolis and Rosamund Pike-starring film Radioactive, has died.
Deadline
Jun 4, 08:36
Wim Wenders Pulls His 1975 Film ‘Wrong Move’ Featuring Topless 13-Year-Old Actress From Circulation
German filmmaker Wim Wenders has pulled his 1975 film Wrong Move from circulation after appeals from German actress Nastassja Kinski, who was filmed topless in the film when she was 13. In a statement posted on the Wim Wenders Foundation website on Wednesday, Wenders said: “The non-profit Wim Wenders Foundation, which owns the film, is […]
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German filmmaker Wim Wenders has pulled his 1975 film Wrong Move from circulation after appeals from German actress Nastassja Kinski, who was filmed topless in the film when she was 13. In a statement posted on the Wim Wenders Foundation website on Wednesday, Wenders said: “The non-profit Wim Wenders Foundation, which owns the film, is […]
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German filmmaker Wim Wenders has pulled his 1975 film Wrong Move from circulation after appeals from German actress Nastassja Kinski, who was filmed topless in the film when she was 13.
Deadline
Jun 4, 08:36
‘Saturday Night Live UK’ Was “Conceived As A Huge Social Media Digital Format,” Sky Boss Says
Saturday Night Live UK was “conceived as a huge, social media digital format as well as a traditional video format,” according to Sky boss Dana Strong. Strong set out the case for social media being as important if not possibly more important than linear for the UK version of the 50-year-old American mega-hit. Strong used […]
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Saturday Night Live UK was “conceived as a huge, social media digital format as well as a traditional video format,” according to Sky boss Dana Strong. Strong set out the case for social media being as important if not possibly more important than linear for the UK version of the 50-year-old American mega-hit. Strong used […]
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Saturday Night Live UK was “conceived as a huge, social media digital format as well as a traditional video format,” according to Sky boss Dana Strong.
Variety
Jun 4, 07:14
M-Appeal Seals Cannes Deals on ‘Downtown,’ ‘The Garden We Dreamed,’ ‘Truly Naked’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Berlin-based world sales company M-Appeal has closed a string of international deals out of the Cannes Film Market on Michiel van Erp’s “Downtown,” Joaquín del Paso’s “The Garden We Dreamed” and Muriel d’Ansembourg’s “Truly Naked.” Dutch drama “Downtown,” which M-Appeal launched at the Cannes Film Market, has sold to Dark Star Pictures for North America […]
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Popular on Variety The film features some of the Netherlands’ leading actors, including Yorick van Wageningen, Hans Kesting and Roeland Fernhout. It is produced by Maarten Swart of Kaap Holland Film, and Van Erp and Monique Busman of Het Familiedrama.
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Berlin-based world sales company M-Appeal has closed a string of international deals out of the Cannes Film Market on Michiel van Erp’s “Downtown,” Joaquín del Paso’s “The Garden We Dreamed” and Muriel d’Ansembourg’s “Truly Naked.” Dutch drama “Downtown,” which M-Appeal launched at the Cannes Film Market, has sold to Dark Star Pictures for North America […]
Deadline
Jun 4, 07:12
U.S. Studios Bristle At Proposals For Them To Support The BBC In Collecting Its Revenue
EXCLUSIVE: The Motion Picture Association (MPA), the trade body that represents U.S. studios including Netflix and Disney, is lobbying against proposals in the UK that could require its members to support the BBC in collecting its funding. The MPA, which also counts Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount among its members, has said that it would […]
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Studios Bristle At Proposals For Them To Support The BBC In Collecting Its Revenue. studios including Netflix and Disney, is lobbying against proposals in the UK that could require its members to support the BBC in collecting its funding. Discovery and Paramount among its members, has said that it would […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The Motion Picture Association (MPA), the trade body that represents U.S.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 07:01
‘Obsession,’ ‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma’ Lead BIFAN’s International Competition Selection
The 30th edition of South Korea's premier genre festival, running July 2-12, has unveiled a main competition that also includes the Rupert Grint-starring horror 'Nightborn' and 'NIKO,' starring Tiffany Young.
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South Korea’s Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival has set an 11-film lineup for the international competition of its 30th edition. Curry Barker’s smash-hit psychological horror Obsession and Jane Schoenbrun’s Cannes Un Certain Regard opener Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma are among the highlights of the selection.
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The 30th edition of South Korea's premier genre festival, running July 2-12, has unveiled a main competition that also includes the Rupert Grint-starring horror 'Nightborn' and 'NIKO,' starring Tiffany Young.
Variety
Jun 4, 06:37
Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan Sundance Winner ‘Josephine’ Lands Indian Subcontinent Rights With Fragrant Nature Film Creations (EXCLUSIVE)
Fragrant Nature Film Creations has acquired exclusive distribution rights to “Josephine” across the Indian subcontinent. The deal covers India, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Maldives. Directed by Beth de Araújo and starring Channing Tatum and Gemma Chan – both of whom also serve as producers – “Josephine” follows an eight-year-old girl, played […]
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Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan Sundance Winner ‘Josephine’ Lands Indian Subcontinent Rights With Fragrant Nature Film Creations (EXCLUSIVE). The deal covers India, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Maldives.
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Fragrant Nature Film Creations has acquired exclusive distribution rights to “Josephine” across the Indian subcontinent.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 04:16
Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2026: Ariana Grande, Bad Bunny, The Weeknd, Olivia Rodrigo, BTS and More
Cardi B, Yungblud, Olivia Dean, My Chemical Romance, Rosalía, Doja Cat, Ed Sheeran and Foo Fighters are among the other artists touring around the world this year.
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If not, it’s time to get prepared, because 2026 is set to be another jam-packed year with memorable live concerts and tours from some of your favorite musical artists. As you’re planning out your busy year ahead filled with new adventures, more memories and maybe some live music, The Hollywood Reporter has compiled a list of some of the most anticipated concert tours happeni…
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Cardi B, Yungblud, Olivia Dean, My Chemical Romance, Rosalía, Doja Cat, Ed Sheeran and Foo Fighters are among the other artists touring around the world this year.
Variety
Jun 4, 04:11
Tribeca Kicks Off With Earth, Wind & Fire Documentary and Robert De Niro Dissing Trump as ‘Immoral, Cruel and Corrupt’
Robert De Niro took a thinly veiled dig at Donald Trump at the opening night of Tribeca Festival on Wednesday. The Oscar-winner used his time at the podium to talk about Tribeca’s mission as a festival formed in the wake of 9/11 to shine a spotlight on a part of the city that had been […]
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Tribeca Kicks Off With Earth, Wind & Fire Documentary and Robert De Niro Dissing Trump as ‘Immoral, Cruel and Corrupt’. Robert De Niro took a thinly veiled dig at Donald Trump at the opening night of Tribeca Festival on Wednesday.
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Robert De Niro took a thinly veiled dig at Donald Trump at the opening night of Tribeca Festival on Wednesday.
Deadline
Jun 4, 04:07
Questlove, Earth, Wind & Fire Electrify Tribeca Festival Opening Night, Founders Reflect On 25th Anniversary – “It Just Kept Rolling And Rolling, And Here We Are”
The 25th Tribeca Festival sprang to life Wednesday night with the world premiere of Oscar and Grammy- winning Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s feature documentary on Earth, Wind & Fire. The legendary band played a short but boisterous set after with The Roots drummer joining. In opening remarks, Robert De Niro slammed the nation’s “monstrous” government. “We’ve […]
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Questlove, Earth, Wind & Fire Electrify Tribeca Festival Opening Night, Founders Reflect On 25th Anniversary – “It Just Kept Rolling And Rolling, And Here We Are”. The legendary band played a short but boisterous set after with The Roots drummer joining. In opening remarks, Robert De Niro slammed the nation’s “monstrous” government.
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The 25th Tribeca Festival sprang to life Wednesday night with the world premiere of Oscar and Grammy- winning Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s feature documentary on Earth, Wind & Fire.
Deadline
Jun 4, 04:00
Channel 4’s ‘The Dunblane Tapes’ Lands International Distribution With Serial Maven
EXCLUSIVE: Channel 4’s The Dunblane Tapes has landed international distribution with Canada’s Serial Maven Studios. The Dunblane Tapes explores the aftermath of the 1996 Dunblane school shooting and the grassroots campaign that led to sweeping handgun reform in the UK. Through never-before-seen footage filmed by bereaved parent John Crozier, the documentary offers an intimate account of […]
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Channel 4’s ‘The Dunblane Tapes’ Lands International Distribution With Serial Maven. The Dunblane Tapes explores the aftermath of the 1996 Dunblane school shooting and the grassroots campaign that led to sweeping handgun reform in the UK. Through never-before-seen footage filmed by bereaved parent John Crozier, the documentary offers an intimate account of […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Channel 4’s The Dunblane Tapes has landed international distribution with Canada’s Serial Maven Studios.
Deadline
Jun 4, 03:06
CanCannot: PM Carney U-Turns On Raising Streamer Revenues For CanCon; MPA Praises “New Policy Directions” In Win For Netflix & Others
Mark Carney and his government insist their sudden shift today away from a regulatory reach into the pockets of Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video and other U.S. streamers operating in Canada has nothing to do with ongoing trade negotiations with the Trump administration, but if you buy that, I have a Great Lake or two […]
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CanCannot: PM Carney U-Turns On Raising Streamer Revenues For CanCon; MPA Praises “New Policy Directions” In Win For Netflix & Others. Mark Carney and his government insist their sudden shift today away from a regulatory reach into the pockets of Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video and other U.S.
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Mark Carney and his government insist their sudden shift today away from a regulatory reach into the pockets of Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video and other U.S.
Variety
Jun 4, 02:46
‘Backrooms’ Director Kane Parsons Says Using AI ‘Defeats the Purpose’ of Filmmaking: ‘I Get No Enjoyment From Using Those Tools’
“Backrooms” director Kane Parsons recently sounded off on AI in filmmaking during a recent interview with The Australian. The 20-year-old filmmaker said that he was “in the same boat as most well-adjusted people,” and does not want to see the technology take over Hollywood. “If I could snap my fingers and make generative AI disappear […]
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‘Backrooms’ Director Kane Parsons Says Using AI ‘Defeats the Purpose’ of Filmmaking: ‘I Get No Enjoyment From Using Those Tools’. The 20-year-old filmmaker said that he was “in the same boat as most well-adjusted people,” and does not want to see the technology take over Hollywood. “If I could snap my fingers and make generative AI disappear […]
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“Backrooms” director Kane Parsons recently sounded off on AI in filmmaking during a recent interview with The Australian.
Deadline
Jun 4, 02:21
Tom Holland Is “So Petrified” Of Hosting ‘SNL’ Because Of His Dyslexia
Although he’s a fan of Saturday Night Live, Tom Holland doesn’t plan on getting his celebrity guest host wings anytime soon. The Spider-Man: Brand New Day star recently noted that he’s been asked “a few times” to host the NBC sketch comedy show, but he’s “so petrified” of having to read his lines from cue […]
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Although he’s a fan of Saturday Night Live, Tom Holland doesn’t plan on getting his celebrity guest host wings anytime soon. The Spider-Man: Brand New Day star recently noted that he’s been asked “a few times” to host the NBC sketch comedy show, but he’s “so petrified” of having to read his lines from cue […]
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Although he’s a fan of Saturday Night Live, Tom Holland doesn’t plan on getting his celebrity guest host wings anytime soon.
Variety
Jun 4, 02:20
What the Reaction to Artists Booking or Backing Out of ‘Freedom 250′ Tells Us About the Fickleness of Fan Bases: Bret Michaels’ Guitarist Speaks Up
Is every musical artist’s fan base just waiting to turn on them, at a moment’s notice? The fickleness of fandom was never more apparent than it was reading the comments this past week from self-proclaimed followers of the artists who were booked to perform at the ill-fated “Freedom 250” concert series on the National Lawn […]
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What the Reaction to Artists Booking or Backing Out of ‘Freedom 250′ Tells Us About the Fickleness of Fan Bases: Bret Michaels’ Guitarist Speaks Up. Is every musical artist’s fan base just waiting to turn on them, at a moment’s notice?
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Is every musical artist’s fan base just waiting to turn on them, at a moment’s notice?
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 02:15
‘Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World)’ Review: Questlove’s Tribeca Opener Is a Vibrant Chronicle of a Band’s Ups and Downs
The director of 'Summer of Soul' and 'Sly Lives!' adds another notch to his music documentary belt with this upcoming HBO film.
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‘Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World)’ Review: Questlove’s Tribeca Opener Is a Vibrant Chronicle of a Band’s Ups and Downs. The director of 'Summer of Soul' and 'Sly Lives!' adds another notch to his music documentary belt with this upcoming HBO film.
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The director of 'Summer of Soul' and 'Sly Lives!' adds another notch to his music documentary belt with this upcoming HBO film.
Variety
Jun 4, 02:07
‘Love Island USA’ Contestant Who Was Expelled for Using the N-Word Apologizes: ‘There Is No Excuse’
Vasana Montgomery, the 25-year-old from Beaverton, Ore. who was cast in “Love Island USA” Season 8 and promptly expelled for using the n-word in social media videos, made a public apology on Wednesday. “I want to address a couple videos from my teen years that have recently resurfaced,” she wrote on her Instagram story. “In […]
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‘Love Island USA’ Contestant Who Was Expelled for Using the N-Word Apologizes: ‘There Is No Excuse’. Vasana Montgomery, the 25-year-old from Beaverton, Ore. “I want to address a couple videos from my teen years that have recently resurfaced,” she wrote on her Instagram story.
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who was cast in “Love Island USA” Season 8 and promptly expelled for using the n-word in social media videos, made a public apology on Wednesday.
Variety
Jun 4, 01:59
‘Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs That’s the Weight of the World)’ Review: The Tribeca Festival Kicks Off with Questlove’s Indelible Portrait of the Great but Underrated EWF
Questlove tells the band’s story, and Maurice White’s story, in a way that’s at once thrilling and haunting. He captures their rightful place in the pop cosmos.
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‘Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs That’s the Weight of the World)’ Review: The Tribeca Festival Kicks Off with Questlove’s Indelible Portrait of the Great but Underrated EWF. Questlove tells the band’s story, and Maurice White’s story, in a way that’s at once thrilling and haunting. He captures their rightful place in the pop cosmos.
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Questlove tells the band’s story, and Maurice White’s story, in a way that’s at once thrilling and haunting.
Variety
Jun 4, 01:55
Boots Riley Guesses Martin Scorsese Got ‘A Gang of Money’ for AI Partnership and ‘Doesn’t Give a F—‘
Boots Riley came out swinging after Martin Scorsese announced his involvement with the AI company Black Forest Labs on Tuesday, guessing that the filmmaker joined the firm as an advisor to help provide for his family and that Scorsese “doesn’t give a fuck” since he thinks AI will “fall on its face anyway.” The “I […]
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Popular on Variety Riley wrote that his issue with Scorsese’s support of the technology wasn’t as much about objecting to the 83-year-old filmmaker using AI in his work, but rather about using his influence to push others into using it. “Like – yeah the problem with filmmaking is “we didn’t have the tools to be creative before this,” Riley wrote on X .
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Boots Riley came out swinging after Martin Scorsese announced his involvement with the AI company Black Forest Labs on Tuesday, guessing that the filmmaker joined the firm as an advisor to help provide for his family and that Scorsese “doesn’t give a fuck” since he thinks AI will “fall on its face anyway.” The “I […]
Deadline
Jun 4, 01:51
‘Backrooms’ Director Kane Parsons Calls AI “Genuinely Harmful” To Creativity: “Cultural And Economic Rot”
With a record-breaking A24 directorial debut under his belt at age 20, Kane Parsons doesn’t see a place for AI in Hollywood’s future. The Backrooms director recently emphasized the “genuinely harmful consequences” that have already begun unfolding as generative AI becomes more popular in Hollywood and beyond. “I think I’m in the same boat as […]
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With a record-breaking A24 directorial debut under his belt at age 20, Kane Parsons doesn’t see a place for AI in Hollywood’s future. The Backrooms director recently emphasized the “genuinely harmful consequences” that have already begun unfolding as generative AI becomes more popular in Hollywood and beyond. “I think I’m in the same boat as […]
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With a record-breaking A24 directorial debut under his belt at age 20, Kane Parsons doesn’t see a place for AI in Hollywood’s future.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 01:47
Vasana Montgomery Breaks Silence on ‘Love Island USA’ Exit After Alleged Use of N-Word: “I Am Embarrassed”
She was pulled from season eight days before the premiere after the social media videos drew backlash.
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Vasana Montgomery Breaks Silence on ‘Love Island USA’ Exit After Alleged Use of N-Word: “I Am Embarrassed”. She was pulled from season eight days before the premiere after the social media videos drew backlash.
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She was pulled from season eight days before the premiere after the social media videos drew backlash.
Variety
Jun 4, 01:20
Tony Dokoupil Honors Scott Pelley After ’60 Minutes’ Firing: ‘A Journalist Who Valued Truth at All Costs’
“CBS Evening News” anchor Tony Dokoupil paid tribute to Scott Pelley after the former “60 Minutes” correspondent was fired on Tuesday following an explosive clash with the show’s new executive producer, Nick Bilton. “When I started at CBS, Scott Pelley was in this very chair, and still doing a dozen stories a year for ‘60 […]
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“CBS Evening News” anchor Tony Dokoupil paid tribute to Scott Pelley after the former “60 Minutes” correspondent was fired on Tuesday following an explosive clash with the show’s new executive producer, Nick Bilton. “When I started at CBS, Scott Pelley was in this very chair, and still doing a dozen stories a year for ‘60 […]
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“CBS Evening News” anchor Tony Dokoupil paid tribute to Scott Pelley after the former “60 Minutes” correspondent was fired on Tuesday following an explosive clash with the show’s new executive producer, Nick Bilton.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 01:19
Hollywood’s Most Notable Deaths of 2026
Catherine O’Hara, James Van Der Beek, Robert Duvall, Eric Dane and James Tolkan are among the entertainment legends the industry lost this year.
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The entertainment industry is already mourning the loss of several Hollywood legends this year, including actors, singers, performers, creatives and executives. Below are more of this year’s most notable deaths within Hollywood, and check out THR ‘s obituaries page for other 2026 industry deaths, as well as last year’s entertainment deaths here . May 11, 1932 – Jan.
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Catherine O’Hara, James Van Der Beek, Robert Duvall, Eric Dane and James Tolkan are among the entertainment legends the industry lost this year.
Deadline
Jun 4, 01:07
Boots Riley Thinks Martin Scorsese “Doesn’t Give A F*ck” About AI But Was Offered “A Gang Of Money”
As Martin Scorsese embraces artificial intelligence (AI) in Hollywood, his filmmaking peers are reacting to the Oscar winner’s new role. Boots Riley recently criticized Scorsese for his “attempt to push the industry toward” genAI with his advisor position at AI firm Black Forest Labs, suggesting he only joined the company for the money. “My guess: […]
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Boots Riley Thinks Martin Scorsese “Doesn’t Give A F*ck” About AI But Was Offered “A Gang Of Money”. As Martin Scorsese embraces artificial intelligence (AI) in Hollywood, his filmmaking peers are reacting to the Oscar winner’s new role.
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As Martin Scorsese embraces artificial intelligence (AI) in Hollywood, his filmmaking peers are reacting to the Oscar winner’s new role.
Deadline
Jun 4, 01:01
‘60 Minutes’ Alum Steve Kroft Rips “Disastrous” Firings & Turmoil At Newsmag: “This Is Journalistic Interference”
As the fallout continues over Scott Pelley’s firing from 60 Minutes and CBS News, his former colleague at the newsmagazine, Steve Kroft, spoke his mind about the turmoil at the show and the division. “This is journalistic interference,” he told Geoff Bennett during an interview Wednesday on PBS NewsHour. “It makes no business sense whatsoever. […]
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‘60 Minutes’ Alum Steve Kroft Rips “Disastrous” Firings & Turmoil At Newsmag: “This Is Journalistic Interference”. “This is journalistic interference,” he told Geoff Bennett during an interview Wednesday on PBS NewsHour. “It makes no business sense whatsoever.
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As the fallout continues over Scott Pelley’s firing from 60 Minutes and CBS News, his former colleague at the newsmagazine, Steve Kroft, spoke his mind about the turmoil at the show and the division.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 00:50
Steve Kroft on Bari Weiss’ “Disastrous” ‘60 Minutes’ Shakeup: “This Is Journalistic Interference, Makes No Business Sense Whatsoever”
In a new interview with PBS News' Geoff Bennett, Kroft was asked his thoughts on Scott Pelley's firing, the dismissal of EP Tanya Simon, and correspondents Cecilia Vega and Sharyn Alfonsi also being let go by CBS News.
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Former 60 Minutes correspondent Steve Kroft is weighing in on the major shakeup of the flagship newsmagazine. The former 60 Minutes correspondent noted that Pelley said he asked Bari Weiss why EP Tanya Simon was fired, and “she refused to answer the questions, which leaves you with what’s been said by the president and by his staff and the chairman of the FCC, that they don’t…
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In a new interview with PBS News' Geoff Bennett, Kroft was asked his thoughts on Scott Pelley's firing, the dismissal of EP Tanya Simon, and correspondents Cecilia Vega and Sharyn Alfonsi also being let go by CBS News.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 4, 00:48
Tony Dokoupil Pays Tribute to Scott Pelley on ‘CBS Evening News’ After Firing: “Journalist Who Valued Truth at All Costs”
The veteran '60 Minutes' correspondent was fired on Tuesday following a clash with the show’s new executive producer, Nick Bilton.
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Tony Dokoupil Pays Tribute to Scott Pelley on ‘CBS Evening News’ After Firing: “Journalist Who Valued Truth at All Costs”. The veteran '60 Minutes' correspondent was fired on Tuesday following a clash with the show’s new executive producer, Nick Bilton.
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The veteran '60 Minutes' correspondent was fired on Tuesday following a clash with the show’s new executive producer, Nick Bilton.
Variety
Jun 4, 00:00
‘Mapogo: The Lion Throne’ Vertical Documentary Series Set at FlareFlow
COL Group’s FlareFlow and Singapore-based Bomanbridge Media have teamed on one of the first premium vertical-format documentary series, a wildlife title set to go live on the platform across 200-plus countries in late Q3 2026. Unveiled at Owl&Co’s Vertical Media Summit in Los Angeles, “Mapogo: The Lion Throne” was shot over multiple years in South […]
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COL Group’s FlareFlow and Singapore-based Bomanbridge Media have teamed on one of the first premium vertical-format documentary series, a wildlife title set to go live on the platform across 200-plus countries in late Q3 2026. Unveiled at Owl&Co’s Vertical Media Summit in Los Angeles, “Mapogo: The Lion Throne” was shot over multiple years in South […]
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COL Group’s FlareFlow and Singapore-based Bomanbridge Media have teamed on one of the first premium vertical-format documentary series, a wildlife title set to go live on the platform across 200-plus countries in late Q3 2026.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 23:14
Odessa A’zion Wants to Do Everything
The 'Marty Supreme' star sat down with The Hollywood Reporter in Cannes for a Chopard Trophy chat to talk movies, music and laying low: "I've kept relationships under wraps for years and nobody knew."
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You said last night during your speech that watching your own highlight reel was “horrifying.” As an actor, is it hard to watch your own work? I used to always think that the thing to do was never watch your work because everyone says that, so I wouldn’t.
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The 'Marty Supreme' star sat down with The Hollywood Reporter in Cannes for a Chopard Trophy chat to talk movies, music and laying low: "I've kept relationships under wraps for years and nobody knew."
Deadline
Jun 3, 23:05
After Scott Pelley’s Firing, CBS News Staff Anxious Over What’s Next Under Bari Weiss’ Rule
EXCLUSIVE: “I have been in this business a long time, and I have never seen anything this bad,” a CBS News insider told Deadline today in the fallout of recent firings at 60 Minutes and accusations of political interference at the Bari Weiss-ruled division. After a verbal dust-up this week between 60 Minutes correspondent Scott […]
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EXCLUSIVE: “I have been in this business a long time, and I have never seen anything this bad,” a CBS News insider told Deadline today in the fallout of recent firings at 60 Minutes and accusations of political interference at the Bari Weiss-ruled division. After a verbal dust-up this week between 60 Minutes correspondent Scott […]
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EXCLUSIVE: “I have been in this business a long time, and I have never seen anything this bad,” a CBS News insider told Deadline today in the fallout of recent firings at 60 Minutes and accusations of political interference at the Bari Weiss-ruled division.
Deadline
Jun 3, 23:00
‘Alaskan Bush People’ Star Matt Brown’s Cause Of Death Confirmed
UPDATED with official cause of death: The Okanogan County Coroner’s Office has confirmed that Matt Brown, who appeared in Discovery’s Alaskan Bush People reality series, died by suicide. An autopsy completed today reveals Brown died from a “single penetrating gunshot wound to the head”, according to the coroner’s report obtained by Deadline. The report notes […]
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UPDATED with official cause of death: The Okanogan County Coroner’s Office has confirmed that Matt Brown, who appeared in Discovery’s Alaskan Bush People reality series, died by suicide. An autopsy completed today reveals Brown died from a “single penetrating gunshot wound to the head”, according to the coroner’s report obtained by Deadline. The report notes […]
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UPDATED with official cause of death: The Okanogan County Coroner’s Office has confirmed that Matt Brown, who appeared in Discovery’s Alaskan Bush People reality series, died by suicide.
Deadline
Jun 3, 22:37
‘The Intern’ Legal Thriller Based On Michele Campbell’s Book In Works At Peacock From Julia Cohen & State Street Pictures
EXCLUSIVE: Peacock has put in development The Intern, a series based on the 2023 novel of the same name by Michele Campbell. The project is written and executive produced by Julia Cohen and executive produced by Robert Teitel, George Tillman Jr. and Robert Prinz from State Street Pictures, with Tillman Jr. expected to direct. Campbell […]
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‘The Intern’ Legal Thriller Based On Michele Campbell’s Book In Works At Peacock From Julia Cohen & State Street Pictures. The project is written and executive produced by Julia Cohen and executive produced by Robert Teitel, George Tillman Jr. and Robert Prinz from State Street Pictures, with Tillman Jr.
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EXCLUSIVE: Peacock has put in development The Intern, a series based on the 2023 novel of the same name by Michele Campbell.
Variety
Jun 3, 22:30
TikTok Teams With Sundance Institute for Four-Week Microseries Writing Workshop
TikTok and Sundance Institute want to see more creators writing and producing microdramas and other short-form scripted series. They’re launching a microseries writing program through Sundance Collab, Sundance Institute’s digital learning and community platform, to support “the next generation of creator-led short-form storytelling for digital audiences.” The four-week live online course, to run later this […]
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TikTok and Sundance Institute want to see more creators writing and producing microdramas and other short-form scripted series. They’re launching a microseries writing program through Sundance Collab, Sundance Institute’s digital learning and community platform, to support “the next generation of creator-led short-form storytelling for digital audiences.
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TikTok and Sundance Institute want to see more creators writing and producing microdramas and other short-form scripted series.
Deadline
Jun 3, 22:25
The Long & Winding Road To Castle Grayskull: ‘Masters Of The Universe’ Producers On Pic’s Near 18-Year Journey To Screen – Crew Call Podcast
“My 22 year-old daughter just graduated college and my 18-year old film is about to open Friday,” Masters of the Universe producer and Escape Artists’ Jason Blumenthal tells Deadline, “That’s just hard math.” “Jason and I had our busiest year ever between DTF St. Louis, Voicemail for Isabelle, David O. Russell’s Madden and the Sorkin […]
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The Long & Winding Road To Castle Grayskull: ‘Masters Of The Universe’ Producers On Pic’s Near 18-Year Journey To Screen – Crew Call Podcast. Louis, Voicemail for Isabelle, David O. Russell’s Madden and the Sorkin […]
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“My 22 year-old daughter just graduated college and my 18-year old film is about to open Friday,” Masters of the Universe producer and Escape Artists’ Jason Blumenthal tells Deadline, “That’s just hard math.” “Jason and I had our busiest year ever between DTF St.
Variety
Jun 3, 22:02
Steve Kroft Says ’60 Minutes’ Is ‘Disastrous’ Under Bari Weiss After Scott Pelley and More Fired: ‘This Is Journalistic Interference’
PBS NewsHour reporter Geoff Bennett teased an excerpt from his interview with Steve Croft, in which the “60 Minutes” legend said the direction of the historic news program under the leadership of CBS News boss Bari Weiss was “disastrous.” “This is journalistic interference,” Kroft said. “It makes no business sense whatsoever. It’s the highest rated […]
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PBS NewsHour reporter Geoff Bennett teased an excerpt from his interview with Steve Croft, in which the “60 Minutes” legend said the direction of the historic news program under the leadership of CBS News boss Bari Weiss was “disastrous.” “This is journalistic interference,” Kroft said. “It makes no business sense whatsoever. It’s the highest rated […]
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PBS NewsHour reporter Geoff Bennett teased an excerpt from his interview with Steve Croft, in which the “60 Minutes” legend said the direction of the historic news program under the leadership of CBS News boss Bari Weiss was “disastrous.” “This is journalistic interference,” Kroft said.
Deadline
Jun 3, 22:01
Jess McLeod Upped To Series Regular On AMC’s ‘The Audacity’ For Season 2
EXCLUSIVE: AMC’s The Audacity has promoted Jess McLeod (Normal, She’s Nonbinary) to series regular for the show’s upcoming second season. McLeod brings to life the character of Harper, the brilliant, pink-haired Chief Technology Officer of the data-mining startup Hypergnosis; a gifted programmer and visionary technologist, they’ve created an algorithm capable of uncovering even the most protected private […]
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EXCLUSIVE: AMC’s The Audacity has promoted Jess McLeod (Normal, She’s Nonbinary) to series regular for the show’s upcoming second season. McLeod brings to life the character of Harper, the brilliant, pink-haired Chief Technology Officer of the data-mining startup Hypergnosis; a gifted programmer and visionary technologist, they’ve created an algorithm capable of uncovering eve…
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EXCLUSIVE: AMC’s The Audacity has promoted Jess McLeod (Normal, She’s Nonbinary) to series regular for the show’s upcoming second season.
Variety
Jun 3, 21:50
Tom Holland Once Said Playing Spider-Man in His 30s Would Be Bad, but Now Reveals ‘I Could’ve Been Trying to Leverage Sony’ for a Better Deal: ‘A Strategy to Create Fear’
Tom Holland made headlines in 2021 when he told GQ magazine that “if I’m playing Spider-Man after I’m 30, I’ve done something wrong.” Well, not only is Holland officially 30 right now but he’s also got a new “Spider-Man” movie, “Brand New Day,” opening in theaters July 31 and does not have any immediate plans […]
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I could also have been trying to leverage Sony and scare them into thinking I wasn’t going to do ‘Spider-Man 4’ now that I had a new deal on the horizon. It could’ve been part of a strategy to create fear.” Popular on Variety Holland concluded, “I think the truth is that playing Spider-Man has been the joy of my life.
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Tom Holland made headlines in 2021 when he told GQ magazine that “if I’m playing Spider-Man after I’m 30, I’ve done something wrong.” Well, not only is Holland officially 30 right now but he’s also got a new “Spider-Man” movie, “Brand New Day,” opening in theaters July 31 and does not have any immediate plans […]
Variety
Jun 3, 21:46
Music Industry Moves: Mexico’s Intocable Partners With Primary Wave; Julia Jacklin Signs With 4AD
Primary Wave Music has announced a partnership with the Grammy-winning Mexican outfit Intocable. Terms of the deal will see the publisher partner with the veteran group on their catalog of music, as well as name, image and likeness. Formed in the early 1990s, the group has sold more than 4 million albums, won two Grammys, […]
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Music Industry Moves: Mexico’s Intocable Partners With Primary Wave; Julia Jacklin Signs With 4AD. Terms of the deal will see the publisher partner with the veteran group on their catalog of music, as well as name, image and likeness. Formed in the early 1990s, the group has sold more than 4 million albums, won two Grammys, […]
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Primary Wave Music has announced a partnership with the Grammy-winning Mexican outfit Intocable.
Variety
Jun 3, 21:36
‘We Have to Reinvent Ourselves Time and Time Again’: Inside Variety’s Power of Women London With Cynthia Erivo, Emilia Clarke, Suki Waterhouse, Emma Corrin and Hannah Waddingham — Plus a Surprise Appearance From Dame Joan Collins
Cynthia Erivo, Emilia Clarke, Suki Waterhouse, Emma Corrin and Hannah Waddingham took center stage at Variety‘s inaugural Power of Women London, presented by Lifetime, as the five women reflected on their careers, the importance of community and the causes they champion. Held Wednesday at the Chancery Rosewood Hotel and hosted by “Saturday Night Live U.K.” […]
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Cynthia Erivo, Emilia Clarke, Suki Waterhouse, Emma Corrin and Hannah Waddingham took center stage at Variety‘s inaugural Power of Women London, presented by Lifetime, as the five women reflected on their careers, the importance of community and the causes they champion. Held Wednesday at the Chancery Rosewood Hotel and hosted by “Saturday Night Live U.K.” […]
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Cynthia Erivo, Emilia Clarke, Suki Waterhouse, Emma Corrin and Hannah Waddingham took center stage at Variety‘s inaugural Power of Women London, presented by Lifetime, as the five women reflected on their careers, the importance of community and the causes they champion.
Variety
Jun 3, 21:30
Wim Wenders Withdraws ‘Wrong Move’ From Circulation Over Nastassja Kinski’s Topless Scene Filmed at Age 13
Wim Wenders released a public statement this morning announcing that his foundation will be withdrawing his 1975 film “Wrong Move” from circulation because of a topless scene featuring Nastassja Kinski, who was 13 at the time of filming. Wenders, a German director known for helming classics like “Paris, Texas,” “Wings of Desire” and the recent […]
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Wim Wenders released a public statement this morning announcing that his foundation will be withdrawing his 1975 film “Wrong Move” from circulation because of a topless scene featuring Nastassja Kinski, who was 13 at the time of filming. Wenders, a German director known for helming classics like “Paris, Texas,” “Wings of Desire” and the recent […]
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Wim Wenders released a public statement this morning announcing that his foundation will be withdrawing his 1975 film “Wrong Move” from circulation because of a topless scene featuring Nastassja Kinski, who was 13 at the time of filming.
Variety
Jun 3, 21:30
NBA Finals 2026: Here’s Where to Watch the New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs Championship Series Live Online
The NBA Finals 2026 features two of the best teams in basketball. Over the next two weeks, the Knicks and Spurs battle for glory and compete to hoist the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy at center court starting on Wednesday, June 3. The championship series features the New York Knicks (53-29) taking on the San Antonio […]
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The NBA Finals 2026 features two of the best teams in basketball. Over the next two weeks, the Knicks and Spurs battle for glory and compete to hoist the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy at center court starting on Wednesday, June 3. The championship series features the New York Knicks (53-29) taking on the San Antonio […]
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The NBA Finals 2026 features two of the best teams in basketball.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 21:28
Michelle Visage on Hopes of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Reclaiming Emmys Dominance and Why the RuPaul Biopic “Needs to Happen”
RuPaul’s makeup artist David Petruschin, better known as ‘Drag Race’ season two runner-up Raven, tells THR they think the film centered on the Queen of Drag’s life has “already been in the works.”
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Logo text With 18 mainstay seasons , the release of the 11th All Stars installment and the franchise’s first feature film on the way, there’s never been a busier time in the RuPaul ’s Drag Race universe. , the first film to hail from the show’s universe.
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RuPaul’s makeup artist David Petruschin, better known as ‘Drag Race’ season two runner-up Raven, tells THR they think the film centered on the Queen of Drag’s life has “already been in the works.”
Deadline
Jun 3, 21:00
Gore Verbinski Signs With WME
EXCLUSIVE: Academy Award winning director Gore Verbinski has signed with WME for representation in all areas. One of the most commercially successful directors of his generation, Verbinski’s films have grossed more than $3 billion worldwide at the global box office. His acclaimed filmography includes The Ring, The Weatherman, The Lone Ranger, A Cure for Wellness, […]
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Gore Verbinski Signs With WME. One of the most commercially successful directors of his generation, Verbinski’s films have grossed more than $3 billion worldwide at the global box office. His acclaimed filmography includes The Ring, The Weatherman, The Lone Ranger, A Cure for Wellness, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Academy Award winning director Gore Verbinski has signed with WME for representation in all areas.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 20:55
‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Cast Revealed
Prepare to recouple with Love Island USA for season eight — Peacock has revealed the initial group of Islanders who will be searching for love this summer.
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Prepare to recouple with Love Island USA for season eight — Peacock has revealed the initial group of Islanders who will be searching for love this summer. Last year, the show became the streamer’s most-watched original series , with season seven accounting for 18.4 billion minutes of watch time over its six-week run.
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The new season of Peacock's hit reality show, hosted by Ariana Madix, premiered June 2.
Variety
Jun 3, 20:50
ElevenLabs Partners With Hasbro’s AI Studios to License Transformers, Mr. Potato Head, Clue Characters and More for AI Use
Mr. Potato Head, Optimus Prime and Mr. Monopoly are uniting — in the world of AI. AI audio startup ElevenLabs has partnered with Hasbro to bring a collection of the toy and game company’s suite of characters, including some from Transformers, the board games Monopoly and Clue, Mr. Potato Head and to its Iconic Marketplace, its […]
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ElevenLabs Partners With Hasbro’s AI Studios to License Transformers, Mr. Potato Head, Clue Characters and More for AI Use. Monopoly are uniting — in the world of AI. AI audio startup ElevenLabs has partnered with Hasbro to bring a collection of the toy and game company’s suite of characters, including some from Transformers, the board games Monopoly and Clue, Mr.
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Potato Head, Optimus Prime and Mr.
Deadline
Jun 3, 20:43
‘Scary Movie’ Comedy Comeback With $70M WW; ‘Masters Of The Universe’ $50M WW; ‘Amazing Digital Circus’ To Flip Out With $15M+ U.S. As YouTube Fever Continues – Box Office Preview
Paramount and Miramax’s revival of Scary Movie from the Wayans Brothers looks to be the ‘it’ pic this weekend, in what’s a very positive sign for comedy on the big screen with a $40 million stateside and $70M outlook. For a pure comedy to open to $40M, that’s like, wow, the biggest since God knows […]
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Paramount and Miramax’s revival of Scary Movie from the Wayans Brothers looks to be the ‘it’ pic this weekend, in what’s a very positive sign for comedy on the big screen with a $40 million stateside and $70M outlook. For a pure comedy to open to $40M, that’s like, wow, the biggest since God knows […]
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Paramount and Miramax’s revival of Scary Movie from the Wayans Brothers looks to be the ‘it’ pic this weekend, in what’s a very positive sign for comedy on the big screen with a $40 million stateside and $70M outlook.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 20:40
Linda Cardellini Loves a Challenge
The 'DTF St. Louis' star talks about her long career, training with an umpire for her HBO miniseries, the 'Scooby Doo' generation and her upcoming turn in Peacock's 'Friday the 13th' show: "They let her son drown! There’s fertile backstory there!"
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Logo text DTF St. Louis might have been in a categorical pickle if it weren’t a limited series. As anyone who’s watched the seven-part HBO series can attest, it can be both devastating and deliriously funny.
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Louis' star talks about her long career, training with an umpire for her HBO miniseries, the 'Scooby Doo' generation and her upcoming turn in Peacock's 'Friday the 13th' show: "They let her son drown!
Variety
Jun 3, 20:30
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Finale’s Hallway Scene Took Three Days of Prep and One Day to Shoot
Disney+ series “Daredevil: Born Again” is renowned for its iconic hallway fight sequences, so it’s only fitting that the season concludes with another epic moment. The episode follows Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) as he gets patched up and is running late to Karen Page’s (Deborah Ann Woll) trial after he was shot in the last […]
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Disney+ series “Daredevil: Born Again” is renowned for its iconic hallway fight sequences, so it’s only fitting that the season concludes with another epic moment. The episode follows Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) as he gets patched up and is running late to Karen Page’s (Deborah Ann Woll) trial after he was shot in the last […]
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Disney+ series “Daredevil: Born Again” is renowned for its iconic hallway fight sequences, so it’s only fitting that the season concludes with another epic moment.
Variety
Jun 3, 20:25
Emilia Clarke on Moving Forward After Suffering Two Brain Hemorrhages: ‘Recovery Is as Important as Survival’
“Game of Thrones” star Emilia Clarke gave a moving speech while being honored at Variety‘s Power of Women London, presented by Lifetime, about surviving two brain hemorrhages in her 20s. Clarke went in depth about surviving the hemorrhages in her cover story last week, but still maintained a sense of humor 15 years after the […]
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“Game of Thrones” star Emilia Clarke gave a moving speech while being honored at Variety‘s Power of Women London, presented by Lifetime, about surviving two brain hemorrhages in her 20s. Clarke went in depth about surviving the hemorrhages in her cover story last week, but still maintained a sense of humor 15 years after the […]
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“Game of Thrones” star Emilia Clarke gave a moving speech while being honored at Variety‘s Power of Women London, presented by Lifetime, about surviving two brain hemorrhages in her 20s.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 20:25
‘Saccharine’ Director and Star Break Down Their Accidentally Timely Body Horror Film
Filmmaker Natalie Erika James and lead Midori Francis unpack why horror is the perfect genre to address the topics of disordered eating, addiction and obsession: “Horror is amazing at externalizing what's internal.”
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Logo text Writer-director Natalie Erika James ’ latest film Saccharine feels as timely as it could be, even if the director didn’t necessarily intend for that to happen. The psychological horror film tackles weight loss, diet culture, obsession and addiction.
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Filmmaker Natalie Erika James and lead Midori Francis unpack why horror is the perfect genre to address the topics of disordered eating, addiction and obsession: “Horror is amazing at externalizing what's internal.”
Variety
Jun 3, 20:23
‘Diddy: The Reckoning’ Director’s Biggest Challenge Was ‘Cutting Through Social Media’ Noise to Get to the Truth
“Get the truth.” That was the simple directive director and executive producer Alexandria Stapleton received from Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson when she started working on “Sean Combs: The Reckoning.” The four-part Netflix documentary traces the allegations of sexual assault, trafficking and legal battles surrounding Sean “Diddy” Combs. Stapleton and Jackson had begun their work together […]
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Stapleton and Jackson had begun their work together behind the scenes to get to the truth of the allegations, but they couldn’t tell any of it without the larger story of Combs’ rise to power within the music industry. “I knew that my roadmap was going to have to be that, and I was going to have to follow the yellow brick road.
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“Get the truth.” That was the simple directive director and executive producer Alexandria Stapleton received from Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson when she started working on “Sean Combs: The Reckoning.” The four-part Netflix documentary traces the allegations of sexual assault, trafficking and legal battles surrounding Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 20:22
Hasbro Launching an AI Studio That Will Let Companies License Its Stable of Characters
Characters like Mr. Potato Head, Optimus Prime and Cobra Commander are among the initial list of Hasbro IP, with the company working with the original voice actors to enable it.
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Hasbro Launching an AI Studio That Will Let Companies License Its Stable of Characters. Characters like Mr. Potato Head, Optimus Prime and Cobra Commander are among the initial list of Hasbro IP, with the company working with the original voice actors to enable it.
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Potato Head, Optimus Prime and Cobra Commander are among the initial list of Hasbro IP, with the company working with the original voice actors to enable it.
Variety
Jun 3, 20:10
What Martin Scorsese’s AI Embrace Means for Filmmaking’s Future: 5 Takeaways
Could the next “Goodfellas” be fully made with AI? Or perhaps the next “Wolf of Wall Street”? Martin Scorsese likely wouldn’t do that — yet. But the 83-year-old Oscar-winning director has become the latest auteur to embrace the technology on after he joined the German AI firm Black Forest Labs as an adviser. Scorsese is the highest-profile […]
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What Martin Scorsese’s AI Embrace Means for Filmmaking’s Future: 5 Takeaways. Martin Scorsese likely wouldn’t do that — yet. But the 83-year-old Oscar-winning director has become the latest auteur to embrace the technology on after he joined the German AI firm Black Forest Labs as an adviser.
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Could the next “Goodfellas” be fully made with AI?
Variety
Jun 3, 20:09
Quentin Tarantino Slams Hollywood as a ‘Flavorless Sausage Factory’ Where ‘Miscast’ Actors, ‘Audience Pandering or Stupid S— Torpedos Every New Movie’
Quentin Tarantino is not a fan of the majority of movies coming out of Hollywood these days. Writing for Sight & Sound magazine, the Oscar winner revealed that “it’s almost impossible” for him these days to watch a new movie and not pick it “to death.” “Flaws, implausibilities, audience pandering, miscast performers or just plain […]
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Quentin Tarantino Slams Hollywood as a ‘Flavorless Sausage Factory’ Where ‘Miscast’ Actors, ‘Audience Pandering or Stupid S— Torpedos Every New Movie’. Quentin Tarantino is not a fan of the majority of movies coming out of Hollywood these days.
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Quentin Tarantino is not a fan of the majority of movies coming out of Hollywood these days.
Variety
Jun 3, 20:04
How One Media Company Is Fighting Manga’s Major Piracy Problem
The manga industry has a big problem and it’s not lack of demand, but a lack of authorized supply. “There is a global demand for manga worldwide, and there’s far more demands than any content that’s officially translated right now, and that’s a very big issue,” Shoko Ugaki, the CEO of manga translation company Orange […]
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How One Media Company Is Fighting Manga’s Major Piracy Problem. The manga industry has a big problem and it’s not lack of demand, but a lack of authorized supply. “There is a global demand for manga worldwide, and there’s far more demands than any content that’s officially translated right now, and that’s a very big issue,” Shoko Ugaki, the CEO of manga translation company Ora…
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The manga industry has a big problem and it’s not lack of demand, but a lack of authorized supply.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 20:00
Where to Watch Knicks vs. Spurs in 2026 NBA Finals Live Online
With a number of free streaming options, here's how basketball fans can catch every game in the championship series.
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Where to Watch Knicks vs. Spurs in 2026 NBA Finals Live Online. With a number of free streaming options, here's how basketball fans can catch every game in the championship series.
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With a number of free streaming options, here's how basketball fans can catch every game in the championship series.
Variety
Jun 3, 20:00
Fox Is Chopping ‘Farmer Wants a Wife’ Season 3 Into 101 Episodes for Holywater’s My Drama Microdrama App
Fox is pouring some old wine into new bottles — hoping to make some extra cash by hopping on the microdrama craze. In a first for Fox, the entertainment company is taking a full season of one of its primetime TV reality shows, “Farmer Wants a Wife,” and dicing it into short episodes averaging less […]
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Fox Is Chopping ‘Farmer Wants a Wife’ Season 3 Into 101 Episodes for Holywater’s My Drama Microdrama App. Fox is pouring some old wine into new bottles — hoping to make some extra cash by hopping on the microdrama craze.
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In a first for Fox, the entertainment company is taking a full season of one of its primetime TV reality shows, “Farmer Wants a Wife,” and dicing it into short episodes averaging less […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 19:59
Prime Video Joins Netflix in Releasing Weekly Top 10 Rankings
'Jack Ryan: Ghost War' and 'Off Campus' are the No. 1 movie and series for the final week of May, the streamer says.
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Prime Video Joins Netflix in Releasing Weekly Top 10 Rankings. 'Jack Ryan: Ghost War' and 'Off Campus' are the No. 1 movie and series for the final week of May, the streamer says.
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1 movie and series for the final week of May, the streamer says.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 19:39
Bill Ackman to Sell Remaining Universal Music Stock After Failed Acquisition Bid
The sale will end a tumultuous five-year relationship between Ackman and the world's largest music company.
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Bill Ackman to Sell Remaining Universal Music Stock After Failed Acquisition Bid. The sale will end a tumultuous five-year relationship between Ackman and the world's largest music company.
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The sale will end a tumultuous five-year relationship between Ackman and the world's largest music company.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 19:04
Wim Wenders Pulls Film With Nastassja Kinski Teen Nude Scene Out of Circulation
Kinski has for years been calling for Wenders to cut out a sexualized scene from his 1975 feature 'The Wrong Move' in which she appeared topless, aged 13.
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German director Wim Wenders ( Paris, Texas , Perfect Days ) has pulled his 1975 film Wrong Move ( Falsche Bewegung ) out of circulation, citing a controversial nude scene with the then 13-year-old actress Nastassja Kinski . On Wednesday, the The Wim Wenders Foundation, which controls rights to the film, announced that it has withdrawn Wrong Move from circulation.
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Kinski has for years been calling for Wenders to cut out a sexualized scene from his 1975 feature 'The Wrong Move' in which she appeared topless, aged 13.
Variety
Jun 3, 19:00
Hulu to Develop Scott Turow Novel ‘Suspect’ for TV With Bruce Miller & Marissa Jo Cerar, Matt Shakman to Direct
Hulu is developing a series version of the Scott Turow novel “Suspect,” Variety has learned. The project hails from writer and executive producer Marissa Jo Cerar. Bruce Miller is attached to executive produce, with Matt Shakman onboard to direct. MGM will also executive produce, as will Turow. 20th Television is the studio. The official logline […]
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Hulu to Develop Scott Turow Novel ‘Suspect’ for TV With Bruce Miller & Marissa Jo Cerar, Matt Shakman to Direct. The project hails from writer and executive producer Marissa Jo Cerar. Bruce Miller is attached to executive produce, with Matt Shakman onboard to direct.
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Hulu is developing a series version of the Scott Turow novel “Suspect,” Variety has learned.
Deadline
Jun 3, 19:00
Hulu Joins Hot PI Trend With ‘Suspect’ Drama In Works From Marissa Jo Cerar, Bruce Miller & Matt Shakman Based On Scott Turow Novel
PI shows continue to be a hot commodity. Hulu is developing Suspect, a drama series based on Scott Turow’s 2022 novel from The Handmaid’s Tale duo of Marissa Jo Cerar and Bruce Miller and producer-director Matt Shakman. Written by Cerar, Suspect centers on Pinky, a private investigator, who searches for evidence to exonerate a female […]
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Hulu Joins Hot PI Trend With ‘Suspect’ Drama In Works From Marissa Jo Cerar, Bruce Miller & Matt Shakman Based On Scott Turow Novel. PI shows continue to be a hot commodity. Written by Cerar, Suspect centers on Pinky, a private investigator, who searches for evidence to exonerate a female […]
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Hulu is developing Suspect, a drama series based on Scott Turow’s 2022 novel from The Handmaid’s Tale duo of Marissa Jo Cerar and Bruce Miller and producer-director Matt Shakman.
Deadline
Jun 3, 18:57
‘The Traitors’ Dominates Critics Choice Real TV Awards; ‘Love On The Spectrum,’ ‘Dancing With The Stars’ & ‘Jeopardy!’ Among Winners
The Critics Choice Association got down to its real nitty gritty today, revealing the winners of its eighth annual Real TV Awards. Peacock’s adventures in treachery The Traitors was the top dog, scoring five prizes including Best Competition Series and Best Host for Alan Cumming. The Traitors winner Rob Rausch and contestant Lisa Rinna were […]
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‘The Traitors’ Dominates Critics Choice Real TV Awards; ‘Love On The Spectrum,’ ‘Dancing With The Stars’ & ‘Jeopardy!’ Among Winners. Peacock’s adventures in treachery The Traitors was the top dog, scoring five prizes including Best Competition Series and Best Host for Alan Cumming. The Traitors winner Rob Rausch and contestant Lisa Rinna were […]
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The Critics Choice Association got down to its real nitty gritty today, revealing the winners of its eighth annual Real TV Awards.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 18:48
‘Sonic 4’: Kristen Bell Offers Peek at Recording Process as She Starts Voicing Amy Rose
Ben Schwartz gave an enthusiastic response to Bell's update about Jeff Fowler's forthcoming sequel in the Paramount franchise.
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‘Sonic 4’: Kristen Bell Offers Peek at Recording Process as She Starts Voicing Amy Rose. Ben Schwartz gave an enthusiastic response to Bell's update about Jeff Fowler's forthcoming sequel in the Paramount franchise.
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Ben Schwartz gave an enthusiastic response to Bell's update about Jeff Fowler's forthcoming sequel in the Paramount franchise.
Deadline
Jun 3, 18:41
Paradigm Hires Agency Vet Michael Kirschner In Newly Launched Physical Production Division
EXCLUSIVE: Paradigm has hired veteran agent Michael Kirschner to their newly launched Physical Production division led Gil Harari and Jonathan Silverman. Kirschner counts close to two decades of experience representing top creative talent across film, television, commercials, and music videos. He rejoins Paradigm following four years as co-owner of Intrinsic. Kirschner specializes in repping cinematographers, […]
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Paradigm Hires Agency Vet Michael Kirschner In Newly Launched Physical Production Division. Kirschner counts close to two decades of experience representing top creative talent across film, television, commercials, and music videos. Kirschner specializes in repping cinematographers, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Paradigm has hired veteran agent Michael Kirschner to their newly launched Physical Production division led Gil Harari and Jonathan Silverman.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 18:30
How ‘The Death of Robin Hood’ Reinvents a Legendary Outlaw
Hugh Jackman portrays Robin Hood in the stark new A24 film directed by Michael Sarnoski, who knows his take on the iconic figure will seem subversive to many: "People are going to assume this was some big epic, but this was an indie film."
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As part of the research for his new film The Death of Robin Hood , writer-director Michael Sarnoski delved into a series of Medieval-English history lectures. The stark film may seem to offer a departure from the eponymous outlaw’s typical, bloody role across movies and TV, but for Sarnoski, it reflects his honest relationship to the material from childhood.
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Hugh Jackman portrays Robin Hood in the stark new A24 film directed by Michael Sarnoski, who knows his take on the iconic figure will seem subversive to many: "People are going to assume this was some big epic, but this was an indie film."
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 18:21
Javier Bardem on Becoming Max Cady in New ‘Cape Fear’ Adaptation — While Also Shooting ‘Dune: Part Three’
The star takes on the role previously played by Robert De Niro and Robert Mitchum in Apple's 10-episode remake, which also stars Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson.
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The iconic villain, portrayed by Robert Mitchum in 1962’s Cape Fear and by Robert De Niro in Martin Scorsese’s 1991 version , is back on screen in the new Apple TV adaptation . “You have a plane trip to just put it out and put it in,” the actor said of switching between Max Cady and his Dune role of Fremen leader Stilgar. We are in the pretending department.
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The star takes on the role previously played by Robert De Niro and Robert Mitchum in Apple's 10-episode remake, which also stars Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson.
Variety
Jun 3, 18:19
CBS News Gutted ’60 Minutes’ On-Air Team. Can This Show Really Go On?
Correspondents at “60 Minutes” in past years have tried to win an interesting challenge: Could they leave the show for a summer vacation with one story already in the can? Doing so now is no longer a game. In the wake of a massive ouster of the top staff of the venerable newsmagazine, serious questions […]
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CBS News Gutted ’60 Minutes’ On-Air Team. Can This Show Really Go On?. In the wake of a massive ouster of the top staff of the venerable newsmagazine, serious questions […]
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Correspondents at “60 Minutes” in past years have tried to win an interesting challenge: Could they leave the show for a summer vacation with one story already in the can?
Deadline
Jun 3, 18:18
‘Supergirl’ Advance Tickets Go On Sale Before DC Pic’s June 26 Opening
DC co-chief James Gunn made it official on Instagram that advance tickets for the Craig Gillespie directed Supergirl are on sale. The pic based on the Tom King and Bilquis Evely graphic novel Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow, opens on June 26. Ana Nogueira adapted the comic for the big screen. The official trailer which dropped […]
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‘Supergirl’ Advance Tickets Go On Sale Before DC Pic’s June 26 Opening. The pic based on the Tom King and Bilquis Evely graphic novel Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow, opens on June 26. The official trailer which dropped […]
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DC co-chief James Gunn made it official on Instagram that advance tickets for the Craig Gillespie directed Supergirl are on sale.
Deadline
Jun 3, 18:16
A+E Teams And Pave Studios Team On Podcast Adaptations Of ‘The First 48’ And 5 More Unscripted Series
EXCLUSIVE: A+E Global Media is teaming with Pave Studios to produce a slate of six podcasts based on popular unscripted series from A+E’s portfolio. The First 48, a long-running true crime series on A&E, will get its first podcast adaptation as part of the initiative. Also on the audio-only slate are History’s Greatest Mysteries, Modern […]
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A+E Teams And Pave Studios Team On Podcast Adaptations Of ‘The First 48’ And 5 More Unscripted Series. The First 48, a long-running true crime series on A&E, will get its first podcast adaptation as part of the initiative. Also on the audio-only slate are History’s Greatest Mysteries, Modern […]
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EXCLUSIVE: A+E Global Media is teaming with Pave Studios to produce a slate of six podcasts based on popular unscripted series from A+E’s portfolio.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 18:15
With Nostalgia In Full Boom, Younger Music Fans Are Turning Back the Clock
A new study from Luminate suggests music fans aged 13 to 24 are beginning to shirk modern releases in favor of music released before they were born.
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The ’80s came in second at 58 percent, followed by the 2000s at 57 percent and the 2020s at 53 percent. They’ve exposed their kids to the music they liked in their formative years, and their children are consuming more of that music too.
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A new study from Luminate suggests music fans aged 13 to 24 are beginning to shirk modern releases in favor of music released before they were born.
Variety
Jun 3, 18:10
Sharon Stone on Helping Marc Maron Channel His Grief Over Lynn Shelton With ‘In Memoriam’ and Why Joe Eszterhas’ ‘Basic Instinct’ Reboot Is a Bad Idea
Marc Maron plays a great actor in “In Memoriam,” but the comedian and podcaster worried he didn’t have the chops to pull off a key moment in the new film. “I had to cry, but I didn’t know if I had that kind of control as an actor — I didn’t know if I can […]
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Sharon Stone on Helping Marc Maron Channel His Grief Over Lynn Shelton With ‘In Memoriam’ and Why Joe Eszterhas’ ‘Basic Instinct’ Reboot Is a Bad Idea. Marc Maron plays a great actor in “In Memoriam,” but the comedian and podcaster worried he didn’t have the chops to pull off a key moment in the new film.
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Marc Maron plays a great actor in “In Memoriam,” but the comedian and podcaster worried he didn’t have the chops to pull off a key moment in the new film.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 18:06
Who’s the Next Curry Barker? Hollywood Insiders Pick the YouTubers With Box Office Potential
After ‘Obsession’ and ‘Backrooms’ made history, here are the talents on deck to make the jump from YouTube views to theatrical grosses.
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Who’s the Next Curry Barker? Hollywood Insiders Pick the YouTubers With Box Office Potential. After ‘Obsession’ and ‘Backrooms’ made history, here are the talents on deck to make the jump from YouTube views to theatrical grosses.
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After ‘Obsession’ and ‘Backrooms’ made history, here are the talents on deck to make the jump from YouTube views to theatrical grosses.
Variety
Jun 3, 18:05
Casting Society Adds Video Game Membership Category (EXCLUSIVE)
Video game casting will now be recognized as a membership qualification category by the Casting Society (CSA), allowing professionals in game casting to be eligible to apply for CSA membership. The newly added category extends to those in video game casting who have worked in senior or principal casting roles, including casting directors, senior casting […]
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The eligibility change aims to clarify what is considered casting direction in video games. Approved applicants will enter CSA with the same membership status and obligations as any other category, including film, television, theatre, unscripted content and commercials.
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Video game casting will now be recognized as a membership qualification category by the Casting Society (CSA), allowing professionals in game casting to be eligible to apply for CSA membership. The newly added category extends to those in video game casting who have worked in senior or principal casting roles, including casting directors, senior casting […]
Variety
Jun 3, 18:00
Netflix’s ‘Michael Jackson: The Verdict’ Docuseries Puts the Singer and the Public on Trial: TV Review
Despite his death nearly 20 years ago, there are still few figures on Earth as famous as Michael Jackson. A singular entertainer, Jackson’s music has a timelessness and energy that reverberates across generations. However, the “Thriller” artist’s eccentricities and legal battles also remain forever tethered to his name. When Jackson was accused of multiple accounts […]
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Netflix’s ‘Michael Jackson: The Verdict’ Docuseries Puts the Singer and the Public on Trial: TV Review. A singular entertainer, Jackson’s music has a timelessness and energy that reverberates across generations. When Jackson was accused of multiple accounts […]
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Despite his death nearly 20 years ago, there are still few figures on Earth as famous as Michael Jackson.
Variety
Jun 3, 18:00
‘The Odyssey’ Sets 3-Week 70mm Run at Westwood’s Village Theatre
Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” will screen in 70mm at Westwood’s Village Theatre for a special three-week run in partnership with the American Cinematheque. Starting July 17, in partnership with Universal Pictures and the Village Directors Circle, the Los Angeles theater will offer three showtimes a day. Tickets will go on sale Thursday at 9 a.m. […]
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‘The Odyssey’ Sets 3-Week 70mm Run at Westwood’s Village Theatre. Starting July 17, in partnership with Universal Pictures and the Village Directors Circle, the Los Angeles theater will offer three showtimes a day. Tickets will go on sale Thursday at 9 a.m.
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Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” will screen in 70mm at Westwood’s Village Theatre for a special three-week run in partnership with the American Cinematheque.
Deadline
Jun 3, 18:00
‘Saturday Night Live’ Season 51 Finishes Strong In 18-49 Demo; Ariana Grande & Cher Draw Best Multiplatform Audience
Saturday Night Live pulled off another successful season. Season 51 finished its run as No. 1 among broadcast comedy series in the 18-49 demo (the show’s seventh consecutive season to do so), per Nielsen data. It was also No. 3 among all entertainment series in the demo and, in terms of total viewers, Season 51 […]
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‘Saturday Night Live’ Season 51 Finishes Strong In 18-49 Demo; Ariana Grande & Cher Draw Best Multiplatform Audience. Saturday Night Live pulled off another successful season. 1 among broadcast comedy series in the 18-49 demo (the show’s seventh consecutive season to do so), per Nielsen data.
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3 among all entertainment series in the demo and, in terms of total viewers, Season 51 […]
Deadline
Jun 3, 18:00
Amazon MGM Lands ‘The Kellys’ Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger & Liam Hemsworth; Brad Peyton Directing Thunder Road Actioner
EXCLUSIVE: Amazon MGM Studios has landed worldwide rights to The Kellys, a new action flick to star Arnold Schwarzenegger and Liam Hemsworth, which will be made available for streaming on Prime Video. Hailing from director Brad Peyton and Thunder Road Films, the film follows Jack Kelly, a disgraced NYC cop whose wife, Molly, is taken hostage by […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Amazon MGM Studios has landed worldwide rights to The Kellys, a new action flick to star Arnold Schwarzenegger and Liam Hemsworth, which will be made available for streaming on Prime Video. Hailing from director Brad Peyton and Thunder Road Films, the film follows Jack Kelly, a disgraced NYC cop whose wife, Molly, is taken hostage by […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Amazon MGM Studios has landed worldwide rights to The Kellys, a new action flick to star Arnold Schwarzenegger and Liam Hemsworth, which will be made available for streaming on Prime Video.
Deadline
Jun 3, 18:00
‘The Odyssey’ To Play Three Week Run At Westwood Village Theatre In 70MM
Westwood’s Village Theatre continues its revival: Universal’s Christopher Nolan epic The Odyssey is booked to have a three-week engagement in 70 mm when the pic opens on July 17. The 95-year-old cinema, which will undergo a 12-month renovation this fall, is operated by the American Cinematheque and the Jason Reitman led Village Directors Circle. Nolan […]
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Westwood’s Village Theatre continues its revival: Universal’s Christopher Nolan epic The Odyssey is booked to have a three-week engagement in 70 mm when the pic opens on July 17. The 95-year-old cinema, which will undergo a 12-month renovation this fall, is operated by the American Cinematheque and the Jason Reitman led Village Directors Circle.
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Westwood’s Village Theatre continues its revival: Universal’s Christopher Nolan epic The Odyssey is booked to have a three-week engagement in 70 mm when the pic opens on July 17.
Variety
Jun 3, 17:57
Sara Bareilles Announces First Studio Album in Seven Years, ‘Good Grief,’ to Be Followed by Fall Tour
Sara Bareilles has kept a fairly low profile as a performing and recording artist since prior to the pandemic, but the drought on those fronts will come to an end as she releases the album “Good Grief” on Aug. 28, to be followed by a tour of North American theaters in September and October. “Good […]
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Sara Bareilles has kept a fairly low profile as a performing and recording artist since prior to the pandemic, but the drought on those fronts will come to an end as she releases the album “Good Grief” on Aug. 28, to be followed by a tour of North American theaters in September and October.
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Sara Bareilles has kept a fairly low profile as a performing and recording artist since prior to the pandemic, but the drought on those fronts will come to an end as she releases the album “Good Grief” on Aug.
Deadline
Jun 3, 17:52
Entertainment 360 Hires Managers David Jimenez-Katsman And Bash Naran
EXCLUSIVE: Managers David Jimenez-Katsman and Bash Naran have joined Entertainment 360. Both will be based in Los Angeles and bring deep experience representing acclaimed creators and internationally recognized talent. Jimenez-Katsman brings a diverse roster of writers, directors, and actors whose work has been Oscar andEmmy nominated and premiered at major international film festivals. Clients include […]
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Entertainment 360 Hires Managers David Jimenez-Katsman And Bash Naran. EXCLUSIVE: Managers David Jimenez-Katsman and Bash Naran have joined Entertainment 360. Both will be based in Los Angeles and bring deep experience representing acclaimed creators and internationally recognized talent.
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Jimenez-Katsman brings a diverse roster of writers, directors, and actors whose work has been Oscar andEmmy nominated and premiered at major international film festivals.
Deadline
Jun 3, 17:32
Netflix Orders Big Box Store Adult Animated Comedy Series ‘Dealies’
Netflix has given a series order to adult animated comedy series Dealies, from Joe Bennett, Ted Travelstead and Green Street Pictures (Common Side Effects, Scavenger’s Reign). Per the logline: A savant salesman. A gentle gladiator. A quiet virtuoso. A summoner of the divine. And the poor soul who hired them. All part of the staff […]
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All part of the staff […] And the poor soul who hired them. A summoner of the divine.
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Netflix has given a series order to adult animated comedy series Dealies, from Joe Bennett, Ted Travelstead and Green Street Pictures (Common Side Effects, Scavenger’s Reign). Per the logline: A savant salesman.
Variety
Jun 3, 17:26
‘Boomah,’ Gritty New Feature From ‘Daughters of Abdulrahman’ Director Zaid Abu Hamdan, Set For Shanghai Film Festival Bow
Jordanian director Zaid Abu Hamdan is set to launch the follow up to his female empowerment drama “Daughters of Abdulrahman,” the gritty crime thriller “Boomah,” set to soon bow from the Shanghai International Film Festival that is becoming an increasingly prominent launching pad for Arab cinema. Shot in Jordan during an especially challenging period for […]
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Shot in Jordan during an especially challenging period for […]
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Jordanian director Zaid Abu Hamdan is set to launch the follow up to his female empowerment drama “Daughters of Abdulrahman,” the gritty crime thriller “Boomah,” set to soon bow from the Shanghai International Film Festival that is becoming an increasingly prominent launching pad for Arab cinema.
Variety
Jun 3, 17:20
Sam Reich on ‘Game Changer’ Emmy Chances, Abby Lee Miller’s Surprise Dropout Fandom and Animated ‘Dimension 20’ Plans
Sam Reich isn’t expecting an Emmy nomination this year. He isn’t expecting to lose, either. For the CEO of Dropout, the indie comedy streamer’s first-ever FYC event at the iconic Laugh Factory was never about a single outcome. It was about getting in the room. “All we’re trying to do is get a little better […]
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Sam Reich on ‘Game Changer’ Emmy Chances, Abby Lee Miller’s Surprise Dropout Fandom and Animated ‘Dimension 20’ Plans. For the CEO of Dropout, the indie comedy streamer’s first-ever FYC event at the iconic Laugh Factory was never about a single outcome. “All we’re trying to do is get a little better […]
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Sam Reich isn’t expecting an Emmy nomination this year.
Deadline
Jun 3, 17:16
Wheelhouse’s Spoke Studios Promotes Gardner Reed To President
EXCLUSIVE: Days after the launch of its new Netflix reality series Calabasas Confidential, Wheelhouse production label Spoke Studios has promoted Gardner Reed to President. Reed has been with the Brent Montgomery-run company since its creation in 2018 and was previously promoted to SVP, Development in 2024. The exec developed Calabasas Confidential, which premiered last week, […]
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Wheelhouse’s Spoke Studios Promotes Gardner Reed To President. Reed has been with the Brent Montgomery-run company since its creation in 2018 and was previously promoted to SVP, Development in 2024. The exec developed Calabasas Confidential, which premiered last week, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Days after the launch of its new Netflix reality series Calabasas Confidential, Wheelhouse production label Spoke Studios has promoted Gardner Reed to President.
Deadline
Jun 3, 17:07
Leah McKendrick Tackling Shania Twain Biopic For Sony Pictures
EXCLUSIVE: Ahead of the release of her Netflix rom-com Voicemails for Isabelle, produced by Sony Pictures, Leah McKendrick has landed a major new project with the studio: a biopic on global country-pop star Shania Twain, which she’ll direct from her own original script. Plot details for the film, titled Shania, are being kept under wraps. We hear that […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Ahead of the release of her Netflix rom-com Voicemails for Isabelle, produced by Sony Pictures, Leah McKendrick has landed a major new project with the studio: a biopic on global country-pop star Shania Twain, which she’ll direct from her own original script. Plot details for the film, titled Shania, are being kept under wraps. We hear that […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Ahead of the release of her Netflix rom-com Voicemails for Isabelle, produced by Sony Pictures, Leah McKendrick has landed a major new project with the studio: a biopic on global country-pop star Shania Twain, which she’ll direct from her own original script.
Variety
Jun 3, 17:04
‘Bicycle Thief,’ Iroller Media’s Indian Drama, Lands European and U.S. Distribution With Norse Key Productions (EXCLUSIVE)
India’s Iroller Media and Entertainment has partnered with Helsinki-based Norse Key Productions to handle distribution of “Bicycle Thief” across Europe and the U.S. Norse Key founder Maria Kivinen will oversee the distribution push for the film, directed by Darshan Ashwin Trivedi. This marks the first European-U.S. distribution deal for the Ahmedabad-based Iroller. “Bicycle Thief” centres […]
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‘Bicycle Thief,’ Iroller Media’s Indian Drama, Lands European and U.S. Distribution With Norse Key Productions (EXCLUSIVE). Norse Key founder Maria Kivinen will oversee the distribution push for the film, directed by Darshan Ashwin Trivedi.
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India’s Iroller Media and Entertainment has partnered with Helsinki-based Norse Key Productions to handle distribution of “Bicycle Thief” across Europe and the U.S.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 17:00
Meet Hollywood’s Other Jeffrey Epsteins
One is a music booker at the center of Trump’s Freedom 250 fiasco. The other works at UTA. Neither of them is changing their name.
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Meet Hollywood’s Other Jeffrey Epsteins. One is a music booker at the center of Trump’s Freedom 250 fiasco. Neither of them is changing their name.
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One is a music booker at the center of Trump’s Freedom 250 fiasco.
Deadline
Jun 3, 17:00
Kimberly McCreight’s New Novel ‘Someone Else’s Husband’ Acquired By Lionsgate Television & 3 Arts For Series Development
EXCLUSIVE: Bestselling author Kimberly McCreight is extending her streak of all of her books getting optioned for film or TV. Her upcoming novel Someone Else’s Husband, which has made several lists of Summer 2026’s most anticipated titles, has been preemptively acquired by Lionsgate Television and 3 Arts Entertainment ahead of its June 16 release by […]
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Kimberly McCreight’s New Novel ‘Someone Else’s Husband’ Acquired By Lionsgate Television & 3 Arts For Series Development. EXCLUSIVE: Bestselling author Kimberly McCreight is extending her streak of all of her books getting optioned for film or TV.
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EXCLUSIVE: Bestselling author Kimberly McCreight is extending her streak of all of her books getting optioned for film or TV.
Deadline
Jun 3, 17:00
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ ‘Gloria’ & Updated ‘Fantasticks’ Announced For Second Stage’s 2026-2027 Broadway Season
Second Stage Theater, coming off a successful season with acclaimed productions of Jordan Harrison’s Marjorie Prime and Gina Gionfriddo’s Becky Shaw, will anchor its upcoming 48th season around a Broadway line-up to include a modern re-telling of the musical The Fantasticks and a new play from Branden Jacobs-Jenkins who previously teamed with the theater company […]
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“Second Stage Theater has always been the premiere home for contemporary works by both emerging writers and established masters, and this upcoming season is no exception,” said Artistic Director Evan Cabnet. THE FANTASTICKS BROADWAY PREMIERE Produced in association with Broadway and Beyond Theatricals, Daryl Roth, and True North Theatricals.
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Second Stage Theater, coming off a successful season with acclaimed productions of Jordan Harrison’s Marjorie Prime and Gina Gionfriddo’s Becky Shaw, will anchor its upcoming 48th season around a Broadway line-up to include a modern re-telling of the musical The Fantasticks and a new play from Branden Jacobs-Jenkins who previously teamed with the theater company […]
Deadline
Jun 3, 17:00
Mason Thames Set For ‘John Wick’ Spinoff ‘Caine’ From Donnie Yen & Lionsgate
EXCLUSIVE: Mason Thames has signed on for a role in Lionsgate’s John Wick spinoff Caine, directed by and starring martial arts master and the franchise’s actor Donnie Yen. Thames joins Yen and Rina Sawayama, who will also reprise her role as Akira, and Dacre Montgomery, previously announced. Caine will be shaped by Yen’s signature approach to action filmmaking, […]
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Mason Thames Set For ‘John Wick’ Spinoff ‘Caine’ From Donnie Yen & Lionsgate. Thames joins Yen and Rina Sawayama, who will also reprise her role as Akira, and Dacre Montgomery, previously announced. Caine will be shaped by Yen’s signature approach to action filmmaking, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Mason Thames has signed on for a role in Lionsgate’s John Wick spinoff Caine, directed by and starring martial arts master and the franchise’s actor Donnie Yen.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 16:51
‘The Traitors’ Tops Critics Choice Real TV Awards Winners, ‘Love on the Spectrum’ Follows
The Peacock series won best competition series and in every other category in which it was nominated, including best ensemble cast in an unscripted series and show host for Alan Cumming.
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The Traitors has swept the 2026 Critics Choice Real TV Awards. Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum trailed with two wins, including best unstructured series and best relationship show. There were also two ties at the Critics Choice Real TV Awards, in the best structured series and culinary show categories.
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The Peacock series won best competition series and in every other category in which it was nominated, including best ensemble cast in an unscripted series and show host for Alan Cumming.
Variety
Jun 3, 16:50
Disney Moves Some Super Bowl Commercials at $8 Million Amid Advertiser Squabbles (EXCLUSIVE)
Disney has started to move Super Bowl commercial time in earnest, but only after a round of squawking that would have impressed Donald Duck. After pressing advertisers to pony up $10 million for a 30-second spot as well as a $10 million “match” for other inventory tied to its 2027 broadcast of Super Bowl LXI, Disney has sold a significant […]
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Disney has started to move Super Bowl commercial time in earnest, but only after a round of squawking that would have impressed Donald Duck. After pressing advertisers to pony up $10 million for a 30-second spot as well as a $10 million “match” for other inventory tied to its 2027 broadcast of Super Bowl LXI, Disney has sold a significant […]
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Disney has started to move Super Bowl commercial time in earnest, but only after a round of squawking that would have impressed Donald Duck.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 16:40
‘Backrooms’ Crossing $100M to Become A24’s Highest Grossing Movie Domestically
Kane Parson's hit passed the $96 million collected by 'Marty Supreme' in just five days.
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‘Backrooms’ Crossing $100M to Become A24’s Highest Grossing Movie Domestically. Kane Parson's hit passed the $96 million collected by 'Marty Supreme' in just five days.
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Kane Parson's hit passed the $96 million collected by 'Marty Supreme' in just five days.
Variety
Jun 3, 16:40
TV Networks Hope Sports Catch Upfront Ad Dollars as Madison Avenue Cuts Budgets (EXCLUSIVE)
Big TV is putting it all out on the field. A number of top TV networks and streamers are making aggressive efforts to get advertisers to pay top dollar for sports even as Madison Avenue trims back the sizable sums it has given in the past to the usual fare, like dramas, comedies and reality […]
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TV Networks Hope Sports Catch Upfront Ad Dollars as Madison Avenue Cuts Budgets (EXCLUSIVE). Big TV is putting it all out on the field. A number of top TV networks and streamers are making aggressive efforts to get advertisers to pay top dollar for sports even as Madison Avenue trims back the sizable sums it has given in the past to the usual fare, like dramas, comedies and re…
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Big TV is putting it all out on the field.
Variety
Jun 3, 16:30
How Ken Burns and David Schmidt’s ‘The American Revolution’ Documentary Lends a Voice to the Underrepresented and Took 10 Years to Make
It’s a total coincidence that Ken Burns and David Schmidt’s six-part documentary series “The American Revolution” was released by PBS in November 2025, less than a year ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary. “That wasn’t even on anyone’s horizon,” said Burns while talking with Variety’s Senior Artisans Editor Jazz Tangcay. “I didn’t realize then […]
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Burns and Schmidt, who produced and co-directed the series, joined Tangcay to discuss the decade-long journey of creating the PBS series for Variety’s For the Love of the Craft, diving into how the team assembled a team of expert researchers, recruited an all-star cast of actors and why they decided to tackle the “very complex narrative of the most consequential revolution in…
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It’s a total coincidence that Ken Burns and David Schmidt’s six-part documentary series “The American Revolution” was released by PBS in November 2025, less than a year ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary. “That wasn’t even on anyone’s horizon,” said Burns while talking with Variety’s Senior Artisans Editor Jazz Tangcay.
Variety
Jun 3, 16:30
‘American Horror Story’ Star Emma Roberts Signs With UTA
Actress and producer Emma Roberts, the “American Horror Story” who also recently produced the hit series “Tell Me Lies,” has signed with United Talent Agency for representation. Roberts’ production company, Belletrist, produced Hulu’s “Tell Me Lies,” which ran for three seasons, as well as Netflix’s “First Kill.” Next up she is an executive producer of […]
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‘American Horror Story’ Star Emma Roberts Signs With UTA. Actress and producer Emma Roberts, the “American Horror Story” who also recently produced the hit series “Tell Me Lies,” has signed with United Talent Agency for representation. Roberts’ production company, Belletrist, produced Hulu’s “Tell Me Lies,” which ran for three seasons, as well as Netflix’s “First Kill.
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Actress and producer Emma Roberts, the “American Horror Story” who also recently produced the hit series “Tell Me Lies,” has signed with United Talent Agency for representation.
Variety
Jun 3, 16:30
Netflix Orders Big Box Store Animated Comedy Series ‘Dealies’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Netflix has greenlit the adult animated comedy series “Dealies,” Variety has learned exclusively. The official logline for the show states, “A savant salesman. A gentle gladiator. A quiet virtuoso. A summoner of the divine. And the poor soul who hired them. All part of the staff at Dealies, a big box store. They are masters […]
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Netflix Orders Big Box Store Animated Comedy Series ‘Dealies’ (EXCLUSIVE). The official logline for the show states, “A savant salesman. All part of the staff at Dealies, a big box store.
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Netflix has greenlit the adult animated comedy series “Dealies,” Variety has learned exclusively.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 16:30
Emma Roberts Signs With UTA
The ‘Tell Me Lies’ producer and prolific actor is also at work through her production banner on a TV reimagining of ‘Bride Wars’ for Peacock.
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Emma Roberts has signed with United Talent Agency for representation . Having produced Hulu’s Tell Me Lies series and First Kill for Netflix, Belletris also secured a series order for Calabasas at Netflix and adaptations of One Fifth Avenue, based on the book by Candace Bushhell, at Hulu.
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The ‘Tell Me Lies’ producer and prolific actor is also at work through her production banner on a TV reimagining of ‘Bride Wars’ for Peacock.
Deadline
Jun 3, 16:30
Matt Rogers Joins ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ Cast For Season 2
EXCLUSIVE: Another Mr. Smith slot on the Mr. & Mrs. Smith Season 2 roster has been filled. Actor-comedian Matt Rogers (No Good Deed) has been tapped as one of the title characters in the upcoming second installment of Prime Video’s spy drama series from Amazon MGM Studios and New Regency. He joins recently cast Francesca […]
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Matt Rogers Joins ‘Mr. Actor-comedian Matt Rogers (No Good Deed) has been tapped as one of the title characters in the upcoming second installment of Prime Video’s spy drama series from Amazon MGM Studios and New Regency. He joins recently cast Francesca […]
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Smith Season 2 roster has been filled.
Deadline
Jun 3, 16:20
Anna Camp To Star In Psychological Thriller ‘Serpent’ Based On Warren Adler Novel
EXCLUSIVE: Anna Camp (Scream 7) is set to exec produce and star in Serpent, a psychological thriller adapted from the novel The Serpent’s Bite by bestselling author Warren Adler (The War of the Roses). Hailing from Adler Entertainment Trust and K7 Storytellers, Serpent follows the harrowing escalation of old resentments and bitter recriminations when an ambitious actress agrees to […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Anna Camp (Scream 7) is set to exec produce and star in Serpent, a psychological thriller adapted from the novel The Serpent’s Bite by bestselling author Warren Adler (The War of the Roses).
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EXCLUSIVE: Anna Camp (Scream 7) is set to exec produce and star in Serpent, a psychological thriller adapted from the novel The Serpent’s Bite by bestselling author Warren Adler (The War of the Roses).
Variety
Jun 3, 16:18
Snap Taps Anmol Malhotra as New Global Head of Content and Partnerships
Anmol Malhotra, a 10-year veteran of Snap, has been promoted to the role of global head of content and partnerships. He assumes the role after Jim Shepherd, formerly Snap’s senior director of global content partnerships, recently exited to join Meta as senior director of content partnerships. Malhotra most recently led sports and media partnerships at […]
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Snap Taps Anmol Malhotra as New Global Head of Content and Partnerships. He assumes the role after Jim Shepherd, formerly Snap’s senior director of global content partnerships, recently exited to join Meta as senior director of content partnerships. Malhotra most recently led sports and media partnerships at […]
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Anmol Malhotra, a 10-year veteran of Snap, has been promoted to the role of global head of content and partnerships.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 16:15
HBO Max Deserves an Emmy Victory Lap — Before Paramount Threatens Its Future
As ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Hacks’ lead a formidable field, this year’s race is also a referendum on the creative culture that made HBO matter in the first place.
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Around when the Warner-Paramount deal is (presumably) finalized within the next few months, the David Zaslav-led outfit may take home another historic haul as a final demonstration of might — this time on the TV side: Its prized premium streamer, HBO Max , is poised to dominate, just as rumors swirl that it’ll soon be absorbed into the decidedly less prestigious Paramount+.
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As ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Hacks’ lead a formidable field, this year’s race is also a referendum on the creative culture that made HBO matter in the first place.
Deadline
Jun 3, 16:15
Jonathan Groff Joins Daniel Radcliffe In Vietnam War Thriller ‘Trust The Man’
EXCLUSIVE: Tony and Grammy-winning actor Jonathan Groff has inked a deal to join Daniel Radcliffe in Trust the Man, a Vietnam War thriller that was announced last February ahead of EFM. The project, written and to be directed by Will Graham, reunites the duo following their work together in the multiple Tony Award-winning revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Merrily […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Tony and Grammy-winning actor Jonathan Groff has inked a deal to join Daniel Radcliffe in Trust the Man, a Vietnam War thriller that was announced last February ahead of EFM. The project, written and to be directed by Will Graham, reunites the duo following their work together in the multiple Tony Award-winning revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Merrily […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Tony and Grammy-winning actor Jonathan Groff has inked a deal to join Daniel Radcliffe in Trust the Man, a Vietnam War thriller that was announced last February ahead of EFM.
Variety
Jun 3, 16:05
Sony’s Santa Monica Studio Announces ‘God of War Laufey’ (Gaming News Roundup)
Sony’s Santa Monica Studios has announced “God of War Laufey,” the latest entry into the “God of War” series. The newly announced game will expand the action-adventure “God of War” franchise, focusing on Laufey, also known as Faye. Described as a legendary warrior and leader, the game will explore “the humanity, strengths and flaws of […]
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Sony’s Santa Monica Studio Announces ‘God of War Laufey’ (Gaming News Roundup). The newly announced game will expand the action-adventure “God of War” franchise, focusing on Laufey, also known as Faye. Described as a legendary warrior and leader, the game will explore “the humanity, strengths and flaws of […]
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Sony’s Santa Monica Studios has announced “God of War Laufey,” the latest entry into the “God of War” series.
Variety
Jun 3, 16:00
‘Backrooms’ Crosses $100 Million in 6 Days to Become A24’s Biggest Movie at Domestic Box Office
A24’s “Backrooms” has cleared a major box office milestone in record time. The buzzy horror movie, from YouTuber Kane Parsons, will hit $100 million on Wednesday after just six days of release. Most arthouse releases are lucky to surpass that benchmark by the end of their box office runs — especially in this current, fractured […]
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‘Backrooms’ Crosses $100 Million in 6 Days to Become A24’s Biggest Movie at Domestic Box Office. The buzzy horror movie, from YouTuber Kane Parsons, will hit $100 million on Wednesday after just six days of release. Most arthouse releases are lucky to surpass that benchmark by the end of their box office runs — especially in this current, fractured […]
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A24’s “Backrooms” has cleared a major box office milestone in record time.
Variety
Jun 3, 16:00
‘Tulsa King’ Eyes Move to New York as Season 5 Writers’ Room Opens
“Tulsa King” will be on the move for a potential fifth season. Variety has learned from sources that a writers’ room for Season 5 is now open, with Season 4 of the Sylvester Stallone-led Paramount+ show recently wrapping production. But while the show has mostly shot in Atlanta throughout its run, there are plans to […]
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‘Tulsa King’ Eyes Move to New York as Season 5 Writers’ Room Opens. Variety has learned from sources that a writers’ room for Season 5 is now open, with Season 4 of the Sylvester Stallone-led Paramount+ show recently wrapping production. But while the show has mostly shot in Atlanta throughout its run, there are plans to […]
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“Tulsa King” will be on the move for a potential fifth season.
Variety
Jun 3, 16:00
Kore-eda’s ‘Sheep in the Box,’ Hirose Suzu Lead Japan Cuts 2026 Lineup (EXCLUSIVE)
Japan Cuts 2026 has unveiled its full lineup for the 19th edition of North America’s largest Japanese film festival, with Ishikawa Kei’s “A Pale View of Hills” – an adaptation of Nobel Prize laureate Kazuo Ishiguro’s debut novel – serving as centerpiece and Kore-eda Hirokazu’s “Sheep in the Box” closing the festival following its world […]
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Ishikawa’s film, a Japanese-British-Polish co-production that had its world premiere at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, stars Hirose Suzu and Yoshida Yoh as the same character at different points in time, tracing a woman’s postwar memories across 30 years.
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Japan Cuts 2026 has unveiled its full lineup for the 19th edition of North America’s largest Japanese film festival, with Ishikawa Kei’s “A Pale View of Hills” – an adaptation of Nobel Prize laureate Kazuo Ishiguro’s debut novel – serving as centerpiece and Kore-eda Hirokazu’s “Sheep in the Box” closing the festival following its world […]
Variety
Jun 3, 16:00
AGBO Expands Leadership Team With New Hires From Apple, Snap and Gaming World (EXCLUSIVE)
AGBO has hired executives from Snap, Apple and the studios behind “Call of Duty” and “Starfield” to lead marketing, technology and interactive production. The company was founded by Anthony and Joe Russo, the filmmakers behind “Avengers: Endgame” and “Captain America: Civil War,” with partners Donald Mustard and Chris Brearton. Its productions range from the “Extraction” […]
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AGBO Expands Leadership Team With New Hires From Apple, Snap and Gaming World (EXCLUSIVE). The company was founded by Anthony and Joe Russo, the filmmakers behind “Avengers: Endgame” and “Captain America: Civil War,” with partners Donald Mustard and Chris Brearton. Its productions range from the “Extraction” […]
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AGBO has hired executives from Snap, Apple and the studios behind “Call of Duty” and “Starfield” to lead marketing, technology and interactive production.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 16:00
Crunchyroll Sets Anime Expo Lineup With Programming on ‘Demon Slayer,’ ‘The Apothecary Diaries,’ ‘Gachiakuta’ and More (Exclusive)
The anime giant has plans for guest panels featuring talent in front of and behind the camera as well as first looks and interactive experiences at the July event.
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Crunchyroll Sets Anime Expo Lineup With Programming on ‘Demon Slayer,’ ‘The Apothecary Diaries,’ ‘Gachiakuta’ and More (Exclusive). The anime giant has plans for guest panels featuring talent in front of and behind the camera as well as first looks and interactive experiences at the July event.
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The anime giant has plans for guest panels featuring talent in front of and behind the camera as well as first looks and interactive experiences at the July event.
Deadline
Jun 3, 16:00
YouTube Cover Story: CEO Neal Mohan & Creators Behind ‘Huge* If True’, ‘SubwayTakes’, ‘Challenge Accepted’ & ‘Celebrity Substitute’ Reveal How The Platform Is Re-Shaping Streaming & Beyond
Cleo Abram took night classes to learn how to edit and produce videos while she was working on the business side of media company Vox. Serendipitously, she soon found herself producing an episode of Vox’s Netflix series Explained before becoming the host of Glad You Asked, a series that was part of YouTube’s slate of […]
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YouTube Cover Story: CEO Neal Mohan & Creators Behind ‘Huge* If True’, ‘SubwayTakes’, ‘Challenge Accepted’ & ‘Celebrity Substitute’ Reveal How The Platform Is Re-Shaping Streaming & Beyond. Cleo Abram took night classes to learn how to edit and produce videos while she was working on the business side of media company Vox.
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Serendipitously, she soon found herself producing an episode of Vox’s Netflix series Explained before becoming the host of Glad You Asked, a series that was part of YouTube’s slate of […]
Deadline
Jun 3, 16:00
ACE Eddie Awards 2027 Date, Venue & Voting Timeline Set
It’s that timeline of year again. We now have the date, venue and other details for the 2027 ACE Eddie Awards, presented by American Cinema Editors. The envelope, please. Honoring outstanding editing in film, television, documentaries, shorts and digital content, the 77th annual Eddies ceremony is set for Saturday, February 6, returning to UCLA’s Royce […]
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ACE Eddie Awards 2027 Date, Venue & Voting Timeline Set. We now have the date, venue and other details for the 2027 ACE Eddie Awards, presented by American Cinema Editors. Honoring outstanding editing in film, television, documentaries, shorts and digital content, the 77th annual Eddies ceremony is set for Saturday, February 6, returning to UCLA’s Royce […]
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Honoring outstanding editing in film, television, documentaries, shorts and digital content, the 77th annual Eddies ceremony is set for Saturday, February 6, returning to UCLA’s Royce […]
Deadline
Jun 3, 16:00
Brandon Berman & Harrison Forman Set New U.S. Tour Dates For Comedy Dating Show ‘UpDating’
EXCLUSIVE: Brandon Berman & Harrison Forman, the creators of comedy dating show UpDating, have announced a new 21-city run in a mix of theatres and clubs as part of their 2026 Live Tour. Dubbed “the most raw comedy dating show in existence,” UpDating is a live show bringing two singles on a blindfolded first date — right in front […]
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Brandon Berman & Harrison Forman Set New U.S. Tour Dates For Comedy Dating Show ‘UpDating’. Dubbed “the most raw comedy dating show in existence,” UpDating is a live show bringing two singles on a blindfolded first date — right in front […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Brandon Berman & Harrison Forman, the creators of comedy dating show UpDating, have announced a new 21-city run in a mix of theatres and clubs as part of their 2026 Live Tour.
Deadline
Jun 3, 15:43
Anya Taylor-Joy Is A Con Artist On The Run For Her Life In ‘Lucky’ Trailer
“Just thinking I’d like to get out of here alive.” So says Anya Taylor-Joy’s titular character Lucky in the official trailer for Apple TV’s upcoming limited series, from creator/executive producer Jonathan Tropper and executive producer Reese Witherspoon. Based on Marissa Stapley’s bestselling book, in the series, when a multi-million-dollar heist goes sideways, con artist Lucky […]
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“Just thinking I’d like to get out of here alive.” So says Anya Taylor-Joy’s titular character Lucky in the official trailer for Apple TV’s upcoming limited series, from creator/executive producer Jonathan Tropper and executive producer Reese Witherspoon.
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“Just thinking I’d like to get out of here alive.” So says Anya Taylor-Joy’s titular character Lucky in the official trailer for Apple TV’s upcoming limited series, from creator/executive producer Jonathan Tropper and executive producer Reese Witherspoon.
Deadline
Jun 3, 15:38
Scott Pelley Responds To Bari Weiss, Says She Misled Staffers About What Transpired In Final Meeting With CBS News Brass
Scott Pelley responded to Bari Weiss’ characterization of a final meeting he had with her and other top CBS News executives, saying that she and CBS News President Tom Cibrowski were “openly hostile from the start.” Earlier on Wednesday, Weiss addressed Pelley’s termination on a staff call, contending that after they tried to engage with […]
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Scott Pelley responded to Bari Weiss’ characterization of a final meeting he had with her and other top CBS News executives, saying that she and CBS News President Tom Cibrowski were “openly hostile from the start.” Earlier on Wednesday, Weiss addressed Pelley’s termination on a staff call, contending that after they tried to engage with […]
Deadline
Jun 3, 15:36
‘Backrooms’ Crossing $100 Million Today, A Domestic Box Office First For A24
Who saw this coming? Kane Parson’s Backrooms is crossing $100 million today at the domestic box office, becoming A24’s first movie ever to do so, and their highest grossing movie stateside, surpassing the Timothée Chalamet period dramedy Marty Supreme ($96M domestic). And Backrooms pulled this off in six days. On a global basis, with north […]
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‘Backrooms’ Crossing $100 Million Today, A Domestic Box Office First For A24. Kane Parson’s Backrooms is crossing $100 million today at the domestic box office, becoming A24’s first movie ever to do so, and their highest grossing movie stateside, surpassing the Timothée Chalamet period dramedy Marty Supreme ($96M domestic). On a global basis, with north […]
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And Backrooms pulled this off in six days.
Variety
Jun 3, 15:20
AI Music Company Suno Raises $400 Million at $5.4 Billion Valuation
Suno, an AI music generation platform, pocketed $400 million in its latest funding round, which the company says values the company at $5.4 billion. The funding round, announced Wednesday, was led by Bond Capital, with IVP, Forerunner, Union Square Ventures, Alkeon Capital Management and Quiet joining the mix. Previous investors who joined the Series D funding […]
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AI Music Company Suno Raises $400 Million at $5.4 Billion Valuation. The funding round, announced Wednesday, was led by Bond Capital, with IVP, Forerunner, Union Square Ventures, Alkeon Capital Management and Quiet joining the mix. Previous investors who joined the Series D funding […]
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Suno, an AI music generation platform, pocketed $400 million in its latest funding round, which the company says values the company at $5.4 billion.
Variety
Jun 3, 15:00
Inside the Quest for Honorary Oscars: Harrison Ford, Glenn Close and More Industry Legends Under Consideration
“Please, God, give it to Harrison!” That’s what one decades-long Academy member exclaimed to Variety, regarding industry speculation that Hollywood legend Harrison Ford is a top candidate to receive an Honorary Award at this year’s Governors Awards. This member’s passion reflects the groundswell of support for the 83-year-old movie icon. Ford isn’t the only prominent […]
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“Please, God, give it to Harrison!” That’s what one decades-long Academy member exclaimed to Variety, regarding industry speculation that Hollywood legend Harrison Ford is a top candidate to receive an Honorary Award at this year’s Governors Awards. This member’s passion reflects the groundswell of support for the 83-year-old movie icon. Ford isn’t the only prominent […]
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“Please, God, give it to Harrison!” That’s what one decades-long Academy member exclaimed to Variety, regarding industry speculation that Hollywood legend Harrison Ford is a top candidate to receive an Honorary Award at this year’s Governors Awards.
Variety
Jun 3, 15:00
Shaquille O’Neal Teams With Archie Comics to Develop Comic Book Series ‘Vengeance Unchained: The Legend of Black Caesar’ (EXCLUSIVE)
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has partnered with Archie Comics to develop “Vengeance Unchained: The Legend of Black Caesar,” a new comic book series about the rise of the mythological West African pirate. Stephanie Williams will write the series, while Ray-Anthony Height and Studio Sky-Tiger will handle the art. The official logline for “Vengeance Unchained” reads, […]
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Shaquille O’Neal Teams With Archie Comics to Develop Comic Book Series ‘Vengeance Unchained: The Legend of Black Caesar’ (EXCLUSIVE). Stephanie Williams will write the series, while Ray-Anthony Height and Studio Sky-Tiger will handle the art. The official logline for “Vengeance Unchained” reads, […]
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NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has partnered with Archie Comics to develop “Vengeance Unchained: The Legend of Black Caesar,” a new comic book series about the rise of the mythological West African pirate.
Variety
Jun 3, 15:00
‘Your Friends and Neighbors’ Star Hoon Lee Signs With Anonymous Content (EXCLUSIVE)
Hoon Lee has signed with Anonymous Content for representation, Variety has learned exclusively. He continues to be repped by Peikoff Mahan. Lee currently stars in the popular Apple TV series “Your Friends and Neighbors” in the role of Barney Choi. He has appeared in both seasons of the show to date with a third season […]
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‘Your Friends and Neighbors’ Star Hoon Lee Signs With Anonymous Content (EXCLUSIVE). Lee currently stars in the popular Apple TV series “Your Friends and Neighbors” in the role of Barney Choi. He has appeared in both seasons of the show to date with a third season […]
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Hoon Lee has signed with Anonymous Content for representation, Variety has learned exclusively.
Deadline
Jun 3, 14:55
Bari Weiss Defends Scott Pelley’s Firing, Says “We Had To Part Ways”: “That’s The Path He Chose”
CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss defended the network’s decision to fire 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley, telling staffers on Wednesday that after attempting to engage with him “we had to part ways.” Nick Bilton, who Weiss tapped as the new executive producer of the newsmagazine last week, wrote a letter to Pelley on […]
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It came after Bilton and Pelley had a verbal confrontation at an all staff meeting on Monday, in which the correspondent accused Weiss of “murdering” the top rated show. Weiss then went on to praise Pelley’s work. His stories just from this past season on 60 Minutes , like Havana Syndrome, like the incredible interview with Ben Sasse.
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CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss defended the network’s decision to fire 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley, telling staffers on Wednesday that after attempting to engage with him “we had to part ways.” Nick Bilton, who Weiss tapped as the new executive producer of the newsmagazine last week, wrote a letter to Pelley on […]
Deadline
Jun 3, 14:52
‘The Chi’ Actor Cortez Smith Signs With Agent & Manager
EXCLUSIVE: Cortez Smith, best known for playing Nuck on Showtime’s hit series The Chi, has signed with Exclusive Artists Agency for representation and Untamed Artists LA for management. Smith has portrayed Nuck, the street-savvy, master manipulator villain on the show for six seasons. The eighth and final season of Lena Waithe’s drama series premiered late May on Paramount+. Born and raised […]
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‘The Chi’ Actor Cortez Smith Signs With Agent & Manager. Smith has portrayed Nuck, the street-savvy, master manipulator villain on the show for six seasons. The eighth and final season of Lena Waithe’s drama series premiered late May on Paramount+.
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EXCLUSIVE: Cortez Smith, best known for playing Nuck on Showtime’s hit series The Chi, has signed with Exclusive Artists Agency for representation and Untamed Artists LA for management.
Variety
Jun 3, 14:50
Will Lesley Stahl, Bill Whitaker Exit ‘60 Minutes’ After Scott Pelley’s Firing? Everyone at CBS Wants to Know
The future of “60 Minutes” could well hinge on two people with deep ties to CBS News’ past. Many staffers and producers at the beleaguered newsmagazine are left wondering whether Lesley Stahl and Bill Whitaker, two CBS News veterans who have been with the news division now controlled by Paramount Skydance since 1971 and 1984, […]
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Will Lesley Stahl, Bill Whitaker Exit ‘60 Minutes’ After Scott Pelley’s Firing? Everyone at CBS Wants to Know. Many staffers and producers at the beleaguered newsmagazine are left wondering whether Lesley Stahl and Bill Whitaker, two CBS News veterans who have been with the news division now controlled by Paramount Skydance since 1971 and 1984, […]
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The future of “60 Minutes” could well hinge on two people with deep ties to CBS News’ past.
Variety
Jun 3, 14:50
’28 Years Later’ Breakout Alfie Williams Signs With Gersh (EXCLUSIVE)
Alfie Williams, the British teenage actor who enjoyed a major breakout last year thanks to his lead role in “28 Years Later,” has landed U.S. representation. Following what it described as a “highly competitive situation involving all major agencies,” Gersh has now signed the 15-year-old for representation in all areas. Williams became one of the […]
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’28 Years Later’ Breakout Alfie Williams Signs With Gersh (EXCLUSIVE). Following what it described as a “highly competitive situation involving all major agencies,” Gersh has now signed the 15-year-old for representation in all areas. Williams became one of the […]
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Alfie Williams, the British teenage actor who enjoyed a major breakout last year thanks to his lead role in “28 Years Later,” has landed U.S.
Variety
Jun 3, 14:48
Noah Wyle, Amy Poehler and Regina King Join Project Angel Food’s Lead With Love Telethon on KTLA (EXCLUSIVE)
Noah Wyle, Amy Poehler and Regina King will make appearances on this year’s Project Angel Food telethon Lead With Love: Going the Distance. The special will air live on KTLA 5 on June 27 from 7-9 p.m. PT. The lineup also includes Adam Brody, Brooke Shields, Janelle James, Jason Ritter, Valerie Bertinelli, Jamie Lee Curtis, Judith Light, Kym Whitley, Lori Loughlin, Morgan Fairchild, Caroline Rhea, Edward […]
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Noah Wyle, Amy Poehler and Regina King Join Project Angel Food’s Lead With Love Telethon on KTLA (EXCLUSIVE). The special will air live on KTLA 5 on June 27 from 7-9 p.m. The lineup also includes Adam Brody, Brooke Shields, Janelle James, Jason Ritter, Valerie Bertinelli, Jamie Lee Curtis, Judith Light, Kym Whitley, Lori Loughlin, Morgan Fairchild, Caroline Rhea, Edward […]
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Noah Wyle, Amy Poehler and Regina King will make appearances on this year’s Project Angel Food telethon Lead With Love: Going the Distance.
Variety
Jun 3, 14:42
Saudi Thriller ‘7 Dogs’ Starring Monica Bellucci as Trafficker of a Lethal New Drug Called Pink Lady Scores Stellar Arabic Box Office Opening
Saudi action thriller “7 Dogs” about a global crime syndicate that is trafficking a lethal new drug called Pink Lady across the Middle East – and stars Monica Bellucci as Giulia Leoni, the head of the mobsters’ distribution network – has scored an impressive more than $7 million first frame across the Middle East and […]
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While '7 Dogs' is clicking with local audiences, experts say it's doubtful the pricey film will end up making a profit. There is currently no international distributor in place. Saudi Arabia led the “7 Dogs” charge with more than 200,000 admissions, followed by Egypt with more than 720,000 admissions, while in the UAE the high-octane thriller drew a crowd of roughly 87,000.
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Saudi action thriller “7 Dogs” about a global crime syndicate that is trafficking a lethal new drug called Pink Lady across the Middle East – and stars Monica Bellucci as Giulia Leoni, the head of the mobsters’ distribution network – has scored an impressive more than $7 million first frame across the Middle East and […]
Deadline
Jun 3, 14:41
Laurel Canyon Pictures Launches With Focus On Premium Docs; Tribeca Film On Jean-Michel Basquiat First Up
EXCLUSIVE: Newly formed production and financing company Laurel Canyon Pictures, founded by producer Dan Fried, has officially launched with a focus on financing and producing a slate of premium documentaries each year. The company’s inaugural title, Jean-Michel, directed by Quinn Whitney Wilson and Viridiana Lieberman, will make its world premiere in the Documentary Competition at the Tribeca Festival this Friday, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Newly formed production and financing company Laurel Canyon Pictures, founded by producer Dan Fried, has officially launched with a focus on financing and producing a slate of premium documentaries each year.
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EXCLUSIVE: Newly formed production and financing company Laurel Canyon Pictures, founded by producer Dan Fried, has officially launched with a focus on financing and producing a slate of premium documentaries each year.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 14:35
Bari Weiss Tells CBS News Staff That Scott Pelley Broke “Trust and Mutual Respect”
Bari Weiss addressed the elephant in the room during CBS News ‘ daily editorial meeting Wednesday morning.
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Bari Weiss addressed the elephant in the room during CBS News ‘ daily editorial meeting Wednesday morning. Late Tuesday night, CBS fired Scott Pelley , the veteran 60 Minutes correspondent and former CBS Evening News anchor, after he lashed into Weiss and new 60 executive producer Nick Bilton in a meeting with show staff Monday.
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"I'm only interested in working in a newsroom that is built on trust and mutual respect," Weiss told staff Wednesday.
Deadline
Jun 3, 14:19
Marcello Hernández To Host 2026 ESPYs On ABC And ESPN+
Saturday Night Live‘s Marcello Hernández will host the The 2026 ESPYs, the awards show celebrating achievements in sports. This year’s ESPYs return to New York City, where the show will air live from the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on Wednesday, July 15, at 8 pm ET/7 pm CT on ABC. The show […]
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Marcello Hernández To Host 2026 ESPYs On ABC And ESPN+. This year’s ESPYs return to New York City, where the show will air live from the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on Wednesday, July 15, at 8 pm ET/7 pm CT on ABC.
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Saturday Night Live‘s Marcello Hernández will host the The 2026 ESPYs, the awards show celebrating achievements in sports.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 14:17
AI Music Generator Suno Reveals $400 Million Funding Round, $5.4 Billion Valuation
The round, led by OpenAI investor Bond Capital, comes just six months after a $250 million funding round had valued the company at $2.45 billion.
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Suno , the most prominent AI music generation platform in the music industry, has raised $400 million at a $5.4 billion post-money valuation, the company announced on Wednesday. Notably, Suno also said leading artists, songwriters and producers” also participated in the round, though the company didn’t disclose who.
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The round, led by OpenAI investor Bond Capital, comes just six months after a $250 million funding round had valued the company at $2.45 billion.
Deadline
Jun 3, 14:16
It’s Bass Vs. Pratt: Early L.A. Mayor Election Results Leaning Towards Incumbent Against ‘Hills’ Villain In The Fall
UPDATE, 7 a.m. Wednesday: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will be on the ballot in November, a result that was not surprising based on recent polls, but comfort nonetheless given voter discontent in the city. The Associated Press declared that Bass would make the general election. Reality star Spencer Pratt was still in second place, […]
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Mayor Election Results Leaning Towards Incumbent Against ‘Hills’ Villain In The Fall. Wednesday: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will be on the ballot in November, a result that was not surprising based on recent polls, but comfort nonetheless given voter discontent in the city. The Associated Press declared that Bass would make the general election.
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Reality star Spencer Pratt was still in second place, […]
Variety
Jun 3, 14:14
Maggie Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard to Attend Slano Film Days, Joining Paweł Pawlikowski, Ruben Östlund, Michel Franco, Michael Seresin
Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard will be among the guests at Slano Film Days, which runs June 16-20 in Slano, a small coastal town in Croatia. Other guests at the event include directors Paweł Pawlikowski, whose “Ida” won an Oscar, and Ruben Östlund, a two-time Palme d’Or winner. Gyllenhaal and Sarsgaard will introduce audiences to […]
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Maggie Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard to Attend Slano Film Days, Joining Paweł Pawlikowski, Ruben Östlund, Michel Franco, Michael Seresin. Other guests at the event include directors Paweł Pawlikowski, whose “Ida” won an Oscar, and Ruben Östlund, a two-time Palme d’Or winner. Gyllenhaal and Sarsgaard will introduce audiences to […]
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Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard will be among the guests at Slano Film Days, which runs June 16-20 in Slano, a small coastal town in Croatia.
Variety
Jun 3, 14:13
Thailand Launches Bangkok International Content Market, B2B Platform for Film, Series and Animation
Thailand’s Creative Economy Agency (CEA) is launching the Bangkok International Content Market 2026 (BICM2026), one of the country’s first dedicated international marketplaces for film, series, and animation, set to run July 20–22 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. The event is being developed jointly with the Department of International Trade Promotion under […]
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The event is being developed jointly with the Department of International Trade Promotion under […]
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Thailand’s Creative Economy Agency (CEA) is launching the Bangkok International Content Market 2026 (BICM2026), one of the country’s first dedicated international marketplaces for film, series, and animation, set to run July 20–22 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 14:00
On Set With ‘Alice and Steve’: Nicola Walker and Jemaine Clement Prepare to Debut Their Raucous “Wrong-Com”
"I feel very angry today," Walker tells The Hollywood Reporter after filming a particularly excruciating scene for Disney+ and Hulu's new six-part dramedy.
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On Set With ‘Alice and Steve’: Nicola Walker and Jemaine Clement Prepare to Debut Their Raucous “Wrong-Com”. "I feel very angry today," Walker tells The Hollywood Reporter after filming a particularly excruciating scene for Disney+ and Hulu's new six-part dramedy.
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"I feel very angry today," Walker tells The Hollywood Reporter after filming a particularly excruciating scene for Disney+ and Hulu's new six-part dramedy.
Variety
Jun 3, 13:53
CBS News Boss Bari Weiss Defends Firing Scott Pelley From ‘60 Minutes’: ‘Trust’ Was ‘Broken’ After His Blow-Up and ‘That’s the Path He Chose’
Bari Weiss, editor in chief of CBS News, on a staff call addressed the termination Scott Pelley, a longtime presence at the news outlet who was ousted from “60 Minutes” Tuesday after he engaged in a tenacious confrontation with the new executive producer of the newsmagazine. Weiss is facing the risk of a full-scale revolt […]
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At the top of a conference call with CBS News staffers Wednesday morning, Weiss addressed the elephant in the room. Popular on Variety “Before we get into it, I need to address what’s transpired in our newsroom over the past two days and what is making news,” she said. We did not want that to happen, but that’s the path that he chose.
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Bari Weiss, editor in chief of CBS News, on a staff call addressed the termination Scott Pelley, a longtime presence at the news outlet who was ousted from “60 Minutes” Tuesday after he engaged in a tenacious confrontation with the new executive producer of the newsmagazine.
Variety
Jun 3, 13:30
Universal’s U.K. Theme Park Reveals Name, Gets $8 Billion-Plus Commitment From Comcast as British Government Pledges Major Infrastructure Support
Universal’s first theme park and resort in the U.K. — unveiled early last year and set to be one of the biggest theme parks globally — now has an official name, plus a financial commitment described by the British government as “one of the largest ever investments in the U.K. tourism sector.” Universal United Kingdom Resort, […]
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Theme Park Reveals Name, Gets $8 Billion-Plus Commitment From Comcast as British Government Pledges Major Infrastructure Support. — unveiled early last year and set to be one of the biggest theme parks globally — now has an official name, plus a financial commitment described by the British government as “one of the largest ever investments in the U.K. tourism sector.
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Universal’s first theme park and resort in the U.K.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 13:30
Universal’s Landmark U.K. Resort Gets a Name, Logo and £5B in Investment as Construction Nears
The Universal United Kingdom Resort, the company's first theme park in Europe, is set to open in 2031 and boost the British economy by nearly £50 billion ($67bn).
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Construction is set to soon start on Universal ‘s U.K. tourism sector, boasting nearly 20,000 new jobs during construction and a further 8,000 jobs in operation. The “world-class” theme park and resort is expected to generate nearly £50 billion for the U.K.
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The Universal United Kingdom Resort, the company's first theme park in Europe, is set to open in 2031 and boost the British economy by nearly £50 billion ($67bn).
Deadline
Jun 3, 13:30
Comcast To Spend $8B On First Universal Theme Park In UK; Brian Roberts Hails “Special Moment For Our Company”
Comcast NBCUniversal will invest £6B ($8.1B) in a new Universal theme park in the UK, its first in Europe. The UK’s Culture, Media & Sport department has officially revealed that the Universal United Kingdom Resort will begin construction in Bedfordshire soon, expected to complete by 2031, at which point it will aim to attract 8.5 […]
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Comcast To Spend $8B On First Universal Theme Park In UK; Brian Roberts Hails “Special Moment For Our Company”. Comcast NBCUniversal will invest £6B ($8.1B) in a new Universal theme park in the UK, its first in Europe.
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Comcast NBCUniversal will invest £6B ($8.1B) in a new Universal theme park in the UK, its first in Europe.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 13:29
Ari Millen Serves Kids Scoops of Suffering in Eli Roth’s ‘Ice Cream Man’ Trailer
The splatter master’s first movie under his The Horror Section banner will hit theaters Aug. 7.
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Ari Millen Serves Kids Scoops of Suffering in Eli Roth’s ‘Ice Cream Man’ Trailer. The splatter master’s first movie under his The Horror Section banner will hit theaters Aug.
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The splatter master’s first movie under his The Horror Section banner will hit theaters Aug.
Variety
Jun 3, 13:27
‘Ice Cream Man’ Trailer: Eli Roth’s Creepy Horror Turns Dessert-Seeking Kids into Killers
The official trailer for Eli Roth‘s “Ice Cream Man,” has been released. The slasher film will be released on Aug. 7 in 2,000 North American venues. The trailer shows a group of children descending into madness after buying ice cream. In one clip, they looming over sleeping parents, making snow angels in a pool of […]
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‘Ice Cream Man’ Trailer: Eli Roth’s Creepy Horror Turns Dessert-Seeking Kids into Killers. The slasher film will be released on Aug. The trailer shows a group of children descending into madness after buying ice cream.
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The official trailer for Eli Roth‘s “Ice Cream Man,” has been released.
Variety
Jun 3, 13:20
Box Office: ‘Scary Movie’ Battles ‘Backrooms’ for No. 1 With $45 Million-Plus Debut, ‘Masters of the Universe’ Targets $33 Million Start
“Scary Movie” will contend with another scary movie, A24’s breakout horror hit “Backrooms,” for No. 1 at the domestic box office. Paramount and Miramax’s R-rated “Scary Movie” is aiming for $45 million to $50 million from 3,400 North American theaters in its opening weekend. Should ticket sales reach the higher end of that range, “Scary […]
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Box Office: ‘Scary Movie’ Battles ‘Backrooms’ for No. 1 With $45 Million-Plus Debut, ‘Masters of the Universe’ Targets $33 Million Start. Paramount and Miramax’s R-rated “Scary Movie” is aiming for $45 million to $50 million from 3,400 North American theaters in its opening weekend.
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“Scary Movie” will contend with another scary movie, A24’s breakout horror hit “Backrooms,” for No.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 13:08
ESPN Stars Get Turned Into ‘Toy Story’ Characters in Super Bowl LXI Campaign (Exclusive)
Animated versions of Pat McAfee, Adam Schefter, Peyton and Eli Manning, Randy Moss and Jason Kelce meet Buzz Lightyear and Woody in ESPN's latest spot teasing next year's Big Game.
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could pull off, ESPN on Wednesday debuted a new spot in its Super Bowl LXI “We’re Going” campaign, turning many of the sports behemoth’s stars into Toy Story characters. It is also part of ESPN’s “We’re Going” campaign, in its Year of the Super Bowl push, leading up to Super Bowl LXI in L.A.
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Animated versions of Pat McAfee, Adam Schefter, Peyton and Eli Manning, Randy Moss and Jason Kelce meet Buzz Lightyear and Woody in ESPN's latest spot teasing next year's Big Game.
Variety
Jun 3, 13:00
Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow’s ‘Friends’ Reunion: The Emmy Winners on Funniest Moments, Learning About AI and Making Another Sitcom With Courteney Cox
Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow — friends since, um, “Friends” premiered more than 30 years ago — are thrilled to see each other, especially because it’s been so long: a year and a half, according to Kudrow. She’s been busy working on “The Comeback,” for which she and co-creator Michael Patrick King wrote all eight episodes […]
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Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow — friends since, um, “Friends” premiered more than 30 years ago — are thrilled to see each other, especially because it’s been so long: a year and a half, according to Kudrow. She’s been busy working on “The Comeback,” for which she and co-creator Michael Patrick King wrote all eight episodes […]
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Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow — friends since, um, “Friends” premiered more than 30 years ago — are thrilled to see each other, especially because it’s been so long: a year and a half, according to Kudrow.
Variety
Jun 3, 13:00
Javier Bardem and Amy Adams’ ‘Cape Fear’ Is a Worthy and Disturbing Psychological Thriller: TV Review
John D. MacDonald’s novel “The Executioners” has been adapted for film twice as “Cape Fear”: first in 1962, starring Robert Mitchum, and again in 1991, starring Robert De Niro and directed by Martin Scorsese. The latest adaptation, an Apple TV series created by Nick Antosca, is perhaps the most unnerving and intense retelling yet. A […]
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MacDonald’s novel “The Executioners” has been adapted for film twice as “Cape Fear”: first in 1962, starring Robert Mitchum, and again in 1991, starring Robert De Niro and directed by Martin Scorsese. The latest adaptation, an Apple TV series created by Nick Antosca, is perhaps the most unnerving and intense retelling yet.
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MacDonald’s novel “The Executioners” has been adapted for film twice as “Cape Fear”: first in 1962, starring Robert Mitchum, and again in 1991, starring Robert De Niro and directed by Martin Scorsese.
Variety
Jun 3, 13:00
YouTube Music Unveils Indie ‘Foundry Class’ of 2026: Julia Wolf, RaiNao, Kelela and More
Over the past decade, YouTube Music’s “Foundry Class” has become a trademark of quality for independent artists, and the 24 artists who make up this year’s class is no exception. The artists range from the U.S. and the U.K. to Poland, Korea, Brazil, Morocco, India and elsewhere, and include Julia Wolf, RaiNao, Kelela and more. […]
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YouTube Music Unveils Indie ‘Foundry Class’ of 2026: Julia Wolf, RaiNao, Kelela and More. Over the past decade, YouTube Music’s “Foundry Class” has become a trademark of quality for independent artists, and the 24 artists who make up this year’s class is no exception. to Poland, Korea, Brazil, Morocco, India and elsewhere, and include Julia Wolf, RaiNao, Kelela and more.
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Over the past decade, YouTube Music’s “Foundry Class” has become a trademark of quality for independent artists, and the 24 artists who make up this year’s class is no exception.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 13:00
‘Cape Fear’ Review: Javier Bardem and Amy Adams Face Off in Apple TV’s Excessive, Sporadically Entertaining Episodic Adaptation
Patrick Wilson and Lily Collias co-star in creator Nick Antosca's 10-hour take on the 1991 Martin Scorsese film.
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‘Cape Fear’ Review: Javier Bardem and Amy Adams Face Off in Apple TV’s Excessive, Sporadically Entertaining Episodic Adaptation. Patrick Wilson and Lily Collias co-star in creator Nick Antosca's 10-hour take on the 1991 Martin Scorsese film.
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Patrick Wilson and Lily Collias co-star in creator Nick Antosca's 10-hour take on the 1991 Martin Scorsese film.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 13:00
‘Out of the Shadows’ Memoir From Senior U.S. Official to Investigate Truth About Non-Human Intelligent Life
Dan Farah, who directed and produced ‘The Age of Disclosure’ doc, has secured the film and television rights to Stratton’s memoir with plans to develop it as a scripted series. The memoir releases this October.
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government’s modern investigation of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and non-human intelligent life, is set to detail their investigation in his memoir Out of the Shadows: Revealing the Truth About Non-Human Intelligent Life. His book deal was first announced in 2024. Government program to investigate UAP since the closure of the Air Force’s Project Blue Book.
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Dan Farah, who directed and produced ‘The Age of Disclosure’ doc, has secured the film and television rights to Stratton’s memoir with plans to develop it as a scripted series.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 13:00
‘SNL’ Star Marcello Hernández Will Host the 2026 ESPYs
This year's ESPYs will return to New York City after more than 25 years.
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This year's ESPYs will return to New York City after more than 25 years.
Deadline
Jun 3, 13:00
Jay Stratton, Former Director Of U.S Government’s Unidentified Aerial Phenomena Task Force, Unveils Title & Release Date For William Morrow Memoir
In September 2024, we announced the forthcoming memoir from former senior U.S. intelligence official Jay Stratton, the central figure in the U.S. government’s modern investigation of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and non-human intelligent life. And today, we have more information on the book. Officially titled Out of the Shadows: Revealing the Truth About Non-Human Intelligent Life, […]
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Jay Stratton, Former Director Of U.S Government’s Unidentified Aerial Phenomena Task Force, Unveils Title & Release Date For William Morrow Memoir. In September 2024, we announced the forthcoming memoir from former senior U.S. government’s modern investigation of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and non-human intelligent life.
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Officially titled Out of the Shadows: Revealing the Truth About Non-Human Intelligent Life, […]
Variety
Jun 3, 12:54
Arsenal Star Bukayo Saka Sets Documentary ‘The Time Is Now’: It’s the ‘Chance to Tell My Story in a Way I Never Have Before’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Having recently been instrumental to Arsenal’s most successful campaign in more than 20 years, soccer star Bukayo Saka — one of the most gifted British footballers playing today — is getting the documentary treatment. “Bukayo Saka: The Time is Now” has been unveiled less than two weeks after Arsenal won its first Premier League title since 2004 […]
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Having recently been instrumental to Arsenal’s most successful campaign in more than 20 years, soccer star Bukayo Saka — one of the most gifted British footballers playing today — is getting the documentary treatment. “Bukayo Saka: The Time is Now” has been unveiled less than two weeks after Arsenal won its first Premier League title since 2004 […]
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Having recently been instrumental to Arsenal’s most successful campaign in more than 20 years, soccer star Bukayo Saka — one of the most gifted British footballers playing today — is getting the documentary treatment.
Variety
Jun 3, 12:00
Pink Teases Tony Awards Hosting Plans: ‘There Will Be Stunts, and Not Just for Me’
Generally speaking, the announcement of Grammy-winning pop powerhouse Pink as the host of the 79th Tony Awards on Sunday was met with two immediate reactions: a) will she fly, and b), why her? While Pink was a “theater kid” growing up (more on that shortly), the second question was actually her initial reaction as well, […]
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Generally speaking, the announcement of Grammy-winning pop powerhouse Pink as the host of the 79th Tony Awards on Sunday was met with two immediate reactions: a) will she fly, and b), why her? While Pink was a “theater kid” growing up (more on that shortly), the second question was actually her initial reaction as well, […]
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Generally speaking, the announcement of Grammy-winning pop powerhouse Pink as the host of the 79th Tony Awards on Sunday was met with two immediate reactions: a) will she fly, and b), why her?
Variety
Jun 3, 11:57
Jim Sheridan’s ‘Re-Creation’ Closes U.S. With Kino Lorber While Latido Sells Pregnant Trans Man Drama ‘9 Moons’ to Half the World (EXCLUSIVE)
A Kino Lorber U.S. pick-up on Jim Sheridan and David Merriman’s “Re-Creation” heads sales for Madrid-based Latido Films at last month’s Cannes which also take in theatrical deals in major markets over half the world for pregnant trans man drama “9 Moons.” In further notable transactions, Gael García Bernal/Natalia Oreiro romantic drama “Nothing Between Us” […]
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In further Cannes sales, Gael García Bernal, Natalia Oreiro romance ‘Nothing Between Us’ has kicked off first deals while Latido’s high-flying auteur genre movies add territories A Kino Lorber U.S.
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pick-up on Jim Sheridan and David Merriman’s “Re-Creation” heads sales for Madrid-based Latido Films at last month’s Cannes which also take in theatrical deals in major markets over half the world for pregnant trans man drama “9 Moons.” In further notable transactions, Gael García Bernal/Natalia Oreiro romantic drama “Nothing Between Us” […]
Deadline
Jun 3, 11:30
Canada’s Global Teases ‘Private Eyes West Coast’: “Some Franchises Earn The Right To Come Back”
Canada’s Global is gearing up for the launch of Private Eyes West Coast and the return of detective duo Shade and Angie. Unveiled last year, the Piller/Segan spin-off of light crime drama Private Eyes has been gaining traction, with The CW acquiring the ten-parter in April. “It is a dynamite franchise,” Jennifer Abrams, Corus Entertainment’s […]
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Canada’s Global Teases ‘Private Eyes West Coast’: “Some Franchises Earn The Right To Come Back”. Unveiled last year, the Piller/Segan spin-off of light crime drama Private Eyes has been gaining traction, with The CW acquiring the ten-parter in April. “It is a dynamite franchise,” Jennifer Abrams, Corus Entertainment’s […]
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Canada’s Global is gearing up for the launch of Private Eyes West Coast and the return of detective duo Shade and Angie.
Deadline
Jun 3, 10:59
Square Eyes Boards Sales On Karlovy Vary-Bound Displacement Drama ‘Paris Paris’
EXCLUSIVE: Vienna-based sales agency Square Eyes has acquired international sales rights for Belgian director Isabelle Tollenaere’s displacement drama Paris Paris ahead of its premiere in the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival’s Proxima sidebar in July. The drama follows three men from China, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Palestine living together in a squatted apartment […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Vienna-based sales agency Square Eyes has acquired international sales rights for Belgian director Isabelle Tollenaere’s displacement drama Paris Paris ahead of its premiere in the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival’s Proxima sidebar in July.
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EXCLUSIVE: Vienna-based sales agency Square Eyes has acquired international sales rights for Belgian director Isabelle Tollenaere’s displacement drama Paris Paris ahead of its premiere in the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival’s Proxima sidebar in July.
Variety
Jun 3, 10:31
‘California Avenue’ Producer on New BBC Drama Starring Helena Bonham Carter and Bill Nighy: ‘It’s a Love Letter to Television From the 1970s’
“California Avenue” is the new show from Hugo Blick, the brains behind some of modern TV’s most impressive dramas, including Emily Blunt starrer “The English,” “The Honourable Woman” with Maggie Gyllenhaal and Michaela Coel-fronted “Black Earth Rising.” Unsurprisingly, “California Avenue” features an equally star-studded cast in the form of Bill Nighy (“Love Actually), Helena Bonham […]
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“California Avenue” is the new show from Hugo Blick, the brains behind some of modern TV’s most impressive dramas, including Emily Blunt starrer “The English,” “The Honourable Woman” with Maggie Gyllenhaal and Michaela Coel-fronted “Black Earth Rising.
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“California Avenue” is the new show from Hugo Blick, the brains behind some of modern TV’s most impressive dramas, including Emily Blunt starrer “The English,” “The Honourable Woman” with Maggie Gyllenhaal and Michaela Coel-fronted “Black Earth Rising.” Unsurprisingly, “California Avenue” features an equally star-studded cast in the form of Bill Nighy (“Love Actually), Helena Bonham […]
Deadline
Jun 3, 10:09
SUPER7EVEN & MN Media Join Forces On Doc & Factual Storytelling Studio SuperIndie
EXCLUSIVE: Dutch companies SUPER7EVEN Productions and MN Media are joining forces to launch SuperIndie, an integrated studio focused on human-interest, nature and social impact driven documentaries and features with international appeal. The venture brings together two of the Netherlands’ most innovative and successful indie doc and factual players. Amsterdam-based SUPER7EVEN Productions, headed by producer and director Jonathan de Jong, previously […]
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SUPER7EVEN & MN Media Join Forces On Doc & Factual Storytelling Studio SuperIndie. The venture brings together two of the Netherlands’ most innovative and successful indie doc and factual players. Amsterdam-based SUPER7EVEN Productions, headed by producer and director Jonathan de Jong, previously […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Dutch companies SUPER7EVEN Productions and MN Media are joining forces to launch SuperIndie, an integrated studio focused on human-interest, nature and social impact driven documentaries and features with international appeal.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 10:01
How ‘Jurassic Park’ and Steven Spielberg Inspired a Greek Indie Cinematic Allegory for Othering
Thanasis Neofotistos, the auteur behind the SXSW London-debuting genre bender 'The Boy With the Light-Blue Eyes,' talks about the dinos in his film, love for "old-school cinema" and handcraft versus AI.
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The Boy With the Light-Blue Eyes , the genre-bending Greek feature film debut of writer-director Thanasis Neofotistos , may be set in a time that is not specified. Ahead of the premiere, Neofotistos shared with THR how he first got hooked on movies. “That was the first film I ever saw in the cinema, and I got fascinated with dinosaurs because of it.
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Thanasis Neofotistos, the auteur behind the SXSW London-debuting genre bender 'The Boy With the Light-Blue Eyes,' talks about the dinos in his film, love for "old-school cinema" and handcraft versus AI.
Variety
Jun 3, 10:00
Nearly 70% of Americans Play Video Games for at Least an Hour Each Week, New Report Finds
Two-thirds of Americans play an hour or more of video games per week, according to a new report published Wednesday by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). Per the gaming industry lobbying organization, 212.3 million people in the U.S. between the ages of 5 and 90 play video games every week. That stat, found in ESA’s […]
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Nearly 70% of Americans Play Video Games for at Least an Hour Each Week, New Report Finds. Per the gaming industry lobbying organization, 212.3 million people in the U.S. between the ages of 5 and 90 play video games every week.
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Two-thirds of Americans play an hour or more of video games per week, according to a new report published Wednesday by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA).
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 10:00
NBA Turns to Nas and ‘Succession’ Composer Nicholas Britell for an NBA Finals Score and “Signature Audio Identity”
The league will debut a spot Wednesday featuring Nas and Britell's score, with Nas doing the voiceover.
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NBA Turns to Nas and ‘Succession’ Composer Nicholas Britell for an NBA Finals Score and “Signature Audio Identity”. The league will debut a spot Wednesday featuring Nas and Britell's score, with Nas doing the voiceover.
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The league will debut a spot Wednesday featuring Nas and Britell's score, with Nas doing the voiceover.
Deadline
Jun 3, 09:03
‘Kockroach’: First Look At Chris Hemsworth & Taron Egerton In Crime-Thriller About Cockroach Turned New York Gangster
EXCLUSIVE: Below is your first look at Chris Hemsworth and Taron Egerton in crime-thriller Kockroach, which has wrapped filming in Australia. The New York-set crime pic, based on the William Lashner novel, is the story of a mysterious stranger who takes on the city’s criminal underworld, transforming himself into a larger-than-life boss in a city where […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Below is your first look at Chris Hemsworth and Taron Egerton in crime-thriller Kockroach, which has wrapped filming in Australia. The New York-set crime pic, based on the William Lashner novel, is the story of a mysterious stranger who takes on the city’s criminal underworld, transforming himself into a larger-than-life boss in a city where […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Below is your first look at Chris Hemsworth and Taron Egerton in crime-thriller Kockroach, which has wrapped filming in Australia.
Deadline
Jun 3, 09:03
Palestine Film Institute Returns To Sheffield DocFest With Slate Of Features & Filmmaker Delegation
EXCLUSIVE: The Palestine Film Institute (PFI) has set the lineup of filmmakers and work-in-progress projects that it will present this year as part of its annual showcase at Sheffield DocFest. Presented in collaboration with Sheffield DocFest and supported by the British Council, the PFI Showcase takes place on 13 June at 10:00 BST at the […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The Palestine Film Institute (PFI) has set the lineup of filmmakers and work-in-progress projects that it will present this year as part of its annual showcase at Sheffield DocFest. Presented in collaboration with Sheffield DocFest and supported by the British Council, the PFI Showcase takes place on 13 June at 10:00 BST at the […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The Palestine Film Institute (PFI) has set the lineup of filmmakers and work-in-progress projects that it will present this year as part of its annual showcase at Sheffield DocFest.
Deadline
Jun 3, 08:54
Inside The Collapse Of ‘The Climb,’ The Film That Roped In Cara Delevingne But Then Fell To Earth Owing Crew $400,000
Like the tip of a spear thrusting from the London skyline, The Shard has become an appealing landmark for filmmakers over the years. Jon Watts staged the climactic scenes of Spider-Man: Far from Home around the skyscraper. Christopher McQuarrie filled the screen with shots of The Shard for Mission: Impossible – Fallout. And the tower […]
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Inside The Collapse Of ‘The Climb,’ The Film That Roped In Cara Delevingne But Then Fell To Earth Owing Crew $400,000. Jon Watts staged the climactic scenes of Spider-Man: Far from Home around the skyscraper. Christopher McQuarrie filled the screen with shots of The Shard for Mission: Impossible – Fallout.
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Like the tip of a spear thrusting from the London skyline, The Shard has become an appealing landmark for filmmakers over the years.
Deadline
Jun 3, 08:40
Canal+ Begins Trading On Johannesburg Stock Exchange Fulfilling MultiChoice Acquisition Regulatory Commitment
Canal+ began trading on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) on Wednesday as a secondary listing, fulfilling a local regulatory commitment tied to its acquisition of pan-African media and entertainment company MultiChoice Group last year. Under the move, Canal+ becomes the first ever French company to list on the JSE, with the entry giving local investors […]
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Canal+ began trading on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) on Wednesday as a secondary listing, fulfilling a local regulatory commitment tied to its acquisition of pan-African media and entertainment company MultiChoice Group last year. Under the move, Canal+ becomes the first ever French company to list on the JSE, with the entry giving local investors […]
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Canal+ began trading on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) on Wednesday as a secondary listing, fulfilling a local regulatory commitment tied to its acquisition of pan-African media and entertainment company MultiChoice Group last year.
Deadline
Jun 3, 08:30
FAST Approaching: Ad-Funded Streaming Channels Becoming The Norm In Europe, Claims Rakuten Report – SXSW London
EXCLUSIVE: It’s a FAST world, and we’re just living in it – at least, that’s what a new report from European streamer Rakuten is telling us. Ahead of a presentation at SXSW London today, Rakuten shared insights from its study, The FAST Advantage, which shows that Europeans are taking FAST channels seriously as a mainstream […]
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EXCLUSIVE: It’s a FAST world, and we’re just living in it – at least, that’s what a new report from European streamer Rakuten is telling us. Ahead of a presentation at SXSW London today, Rakuten shared insights from its study, The FAST Advantage, which shows that Europeans are taking FAST channels seriously as a mainstream […]
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EXCLUSIVE: It’s a FAST world, and we’re just living in it – at least, that’s what a new report from European streamer Rakuten is telling us.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 08:00
‘Time Machine Maidan’: A First-Person Doc Bridges the Ukraine War and 2013 Revolution to Paint a Portrait of Resistance (Exclusive Trailer)
The immersive film from Roman Liubyi and Volodymyr Tykhyy, debuting at the Sheffield DocFest on June 11, “time-travel” to show a generation "that once witnessed history" only to be called on "to defend the future it imagined."
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Is it an alternative and visceral new documentary about Ukraine ? Is it a time travel film of sorts, as its title suggests? Well, Time Machine Maidan is all of that – and more.
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The immersive film from Roman Liubyi and Volodymyr Tykhyy, debuting at the Sheffield DocFest on June 11, “time-travel” to show a generation "that once witnessed history" only to be called on "to defend the future it imagined."
Deadline
Jun 3, 08:00
Insanity Hires Agents From Independent & Curtis Brown
EXCLUSIVE: Maya Jama and Roman Kemp’s agency Insanity Talent Management has hired agents from Independent Talent and Curtis Brown. Grace O’Leary has joined as Senior Talent Manager after a 12-year stint at Independent where she worked with the likes of Sian Welby, Dolly Alderton and Lauren Laverne. She has already signed the likes of Dolly […]
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Insanity Hires Agents From Independent & Curtis Brown. Grace O’Leary has joined as Senior Talent Manager after a 12-year stint at Independent where she worked with the likes of Sian Welby, Dolly Alderton and Lauren Laverne. She has already signed the likes of Dolly […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Maya Jama and Roman Kemp’s agency Insanity Talent Management has hired agents from Independent Talent and Curtis Brown.
Deadline
Jun 3, 07:47
Thailand’s CEA Launches Bangkok International Content Market; First Edition Set For July
Thailand’s Creative Economy Agency (CEA) is launching a fully-fledged contents market and pitching event this summer – Bangkok International Content Market (BICM) – with dates set for July 20-22. Focusing on film, series and animation, the new event will include content pitching sessions and awards, an industry conference and networking platform, along with an exhibition […]
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Watch on Deadline BICM replaces the pitching and projects market, Content Project Market , that CEA has held in Bangkok for the past two years. The pitching platform will feature more than 55 selected film, series and production-ready projects from Thailand, the wider Asia Pacific region and BICM’s partner networks.
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Thailand’s Creative Economy Agency (CEA) is launching a fully-fledged contents market and pitching event this summer – Bangkok International Content Market (BICM) – with dates set for July 20-22. Focusing on film, series and animation, the new event will include content pitching sessions and awards, an industry conference and networking platform, along with an exhibition […]
Variety
Jun 3, 07:20
‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ Wins Battle Against Censorhip in India After Being Blocked Amid Fears Theatrical Release ‘Would Break Up the India-Israel Relationship’
In a significant reversal, Kaouther Ben Hania’s Oscar-nominated feature “The Voice of Hind Rajab” has been cleared by India’s Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) that had blocked the politically sensitive film’s release in March. After weeks of controversy in India over its initial censorship of the film – which tells the real story of […]
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In a significant reversal, Kaouther Ben Hania’s Oscar-nominated feature “The Voice of Hind Rajab” has been cleared by India’s Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) that had blocked the politically sensitive film’s release in March. After weeks of controversy in India over its initial censorship of the film – which tells the real story of […]
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In a significant reversal, Kaouther Ben Hania’s Oscar-nominated feature “The Voice of Hind Rajab” has been cleared by India’s Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) that had blocked the politically sensitive film’s release in March.
Deadline
Jun 3, 05:32
‘The Four Seasons’ & ‘A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder’ Extend Netflix’s Sophomore Viewership Slump
Two Netflix series that had launched atop Netflix’s weekly Top 10 for English series with their first seasons, The Four Seasons and A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder, returned with their second installments last week. Neither could repeat their debut performances, ranking as No. 3 (The Four Seasons, 4.4M views) and No. 9 (A Good […]
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‘The Four Seasons’ & ‘A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder’ Extend Netflix’s Sophomore Viewership Slump. Neither could repeat their debut performances, ranking as No. 3 (The Four Seasons, 4.4M views) and No.
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Two Netflix series that had launched atop Netflix’s weekly Top 10 for English series with their first seasons, The Four Seasons and A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder, returned with their second installments last week.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 04:53
Fired Scott Pelley Slams CBS News: “Incompetence and Unprofessionalism In the New Management Have Wreaked Havoc”
The veteran '60 Minutes' correspondent was fired on Tuesday by CBS News after a stormy meeting on Monday with incoming executive producer Nick Bilton.
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Scott Pelley is not looking to go quietly. The veteran 60 Minutes correspondent, and one time CBS Evening News anchor, hit back at CBS News for firing him on Tuesday. We have parted ways with Scott Pelley,” Bilton wrote in a note to 60 Minutes staff Tuesday.
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The veteran '60 Minutes' correspondent was fired on Tuesday by CBS News after a stormy meeting on Monday with incoming executive producer Nick Bilton.
Variety
Jun 3, 04:30
Scott Pelley Fires Back After ’60 Minutes’ Ouster: ‘The Collapse of Values at The Top Has Become Untenable’
Scott Pelley said he no longer recognizes “60 Minutes” in the months following the takeover of CBS News by Paramount Skydance, and accused the executive set in charge of the news division of “incompetence and unprofessionalism” that have “wreaked havoc” for months. Pelley, in his first statement since CBS News announced his termination Tuesday evening, […]
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Pelley, in his first statement since CBS News announced his termination Tuesday evening, […]
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Scott Pelley said he no longer recognizes “60 Minutes” in the months following the takeover of CBS News by Paramount Skydance, and accused the executive set in charge of the news division of “incompetence and unprofessionalism” that have “wreaked havoc” for months.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 04:28
Robert Pattinson Responds to Batman Body Backlash: “I Worked Out Every F***ing Day”
The actor said he installed a home gym to train for Matt Reeves' upcoming sequel.
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Robert Pattinson Responds to Batman Body Backlash: “I Worked Out Every F***ing Day”. The actor said he installed a home gym to train for Matt Reeves' upcoming sequel.
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The actor said he installed a home gym to train for Matt Reeves' upcoming sequel.
Deadline
Jun 3, 04:11
Fired Scott Pelley Decries “Heartbreaking” Submission To Trump By CBS, Paramount: “Incompetence & Unprofessionalism In The New Management Have Wreaked Havoc”
“The leadership of 60 Minutes is no longer recognizable,” Scott Pelley said late Tuesday just hours after being fired from CBS News after almost 40 years at the network. “The principles I hold dear are gone, and so I must leave as well,” the former CBS Evening News anchor and 60 Minutes correspondent added in […]
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Fired Scott Pelley Decries “Heartbreaking” Submission To Trump By CBS, Paramount: “Incompetence & Unprofessionalism In The New Management Have Wreaked Havoc”. “The leadership of 60 Minutes is no longer recognizable,” Scott Pelley said late Tuesday just hours after being fired from CBS News after almost 40 years at the network.
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“The leadership of 60 Minutes is no longer recognizable,” Scott Pelley said late Tuesday just hours after being fired from CBS News after almost 40 years at the network.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 03:42
Ella Langley Talks Tour Essentials, Favorite Binge Watch and the Celebrity Fans That ‘Blow My Mind’
On a rare day off from touring, the country star played a private performance at the Grand Ole Opry as part of a partnership with Chase.
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Ella Langley Talks Tour Essentials, Favorite Binge Watch and the Celebrity Fans That ‘Blow My Mind’. On a rare day off from touring, the country star played a private performance at the Grand Ole Opry as part of a partnership with Chase.
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On a rare day off from touring, the country star played a private performance at the Grand Ole Opry as part of a partnership with Chase.
Variety
Jun 3, 03:24
‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Premiere Reveals First Five Couples, Bombshell Entries Leave the Villa Shook
Summer is back in session! And with it comes “Love Island USA” Season 8 on Peacock, complete with host Ariana Madix, narrator Iain Stirling and a new set of single islanders looking to find love. Things officially kick off with the arrival of marketing director and Georgia native Aniya Harvey, who says she’s looking for […]
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‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Premiere Reveals First Five Couples, Bombshell Entries Leave the Villa Shook. And with it comes “Love Island USA” Season 8 on Peacock, complete with host Ariana Madix, narrator Iain Stirling and a new set of single islanders looking to find love.
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Summer is back in session!
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 02:52
Sydney Sweeney to Star in ‘Hollow,’ Lindsey Anderson Beer’s Reimagining of ‘Legend of Sleepy Hollow’
Anderson Beer will write and direct the adaptation of her own book that is scheduled for publication next year.
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Sydney Sweeney to Star in ‘Hollow,’ Lindsey Anderson Beer’s Reimagining of ‘Legend of Sleepy Hollow’. Anderson Beer will write and direct the adaptation of her own book that is scheduled for publication next year.
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Anderson Beer will write and direct the adaptation of her own book that is scheduled for publication next year.
Variety
Jun 3, 02:00
‘South Park’ Creator Trey Parker Says ‘We Have a President Who Thinks His Job Is to Be the Joker’
“South Park” creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone did a quick video spot for the 19th Television Academy Honors, which aired on May 20. In it, they discussed their role in the world of comedy and explained why they made President Donald Trump a main character in the latest season of the iconic animated series. […]
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“South Park” creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone did a quick video spot for the 19th Television Academy Honors, which aired on May 20. In it, they discussed their role in the world of comedy and explained why they made President Donald Trump a main character in the latest season of the iconic animated series.
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“South Park” creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone did a quick video spot for the 19th Television Academy Honors, which aired on May 20.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 01:40
Scott Pelley Fired From ‘60 Minutes’ After Ripping New Leadership in Tense Meeting
The veteran correspondent and former 'CBS Evening News' anchor had called out Bari Weiss and new '60' EP Nick Bilton in a meeting Monday.
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In a stunning development, veteran CBS News 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley has been fired by the network after clashing with the show’s new executive producer, Nick Bilton, in a fiery meeting with the show’s staff Monday.
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The veteran correspondent and former 'CBS Evening News' anchor had called out Bari Weiss and new '60' EP Nick Bilton in a meeting Monday.
Variety
Jun 3, 01:31
Scott Pelley Out at CBS News After Clash With New ’60 Minutes’ Executive Producer
And then there were three. CBS News has terminated “60 Minutes” veteran Scott Pelley after the journalist and executives felt they could not find a way to work together following a heated public argument Monday between Pelley and Nick Bilton, the former tech journalist installed last week by editorial chief Bari Weiss. Pelley is the […]
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“Your antipathy to the future of the show has come through loud and clear,” Bilton said in a letter sent to Pelley Tuesday evening and reviewed by Variety. CBS News ousted a good chunk of the program’s senior managers last week , including former executive producer Tanya Simon ; executive editor Draggan Mihailovich; and correspondents Sharyn Alfonsi and Cecilia Vega.
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CBS News has terminated “60 Minutes” veteran Scott Pelley after the journalist and executives felt they could not find a way to work together following a heated public argument Monday between Pelley and Nick Bilton, the former tech journalist installed last week by editorial chief Bari Weiss.
Deadline
Jun 3, 01:22
Producer/Actor Nick Pasqual Gets 32 Years To Life For Stabbing Ex-Girlfriend More Than 20 Times
Actor Nick Pasqual, who appeared on How I Met Your Mother and Archive 81 and later produced on the comedy series National Day Riff, was sentenced today to 32 years to life in prison for the 2024 stabbing of Hollywood makeup artist and ex-girlfriend Allie Shehorn. Shehorn, who was reportedly stabbed 20-plus times yet survived the attack, has worked on Mean Girls, […]
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Actor Nick Pasqual, who appeared on How I Met Your Mother and Archive 81 and later produced on the comedy series National Day Riff, was sentenced today to 32 years to life in prison for the 2024 stabbing of Hollywood makeup artist and ex-girlfriend Allie Shehorn. Shehorn, who was reportedly stabbed 20-plus times yet survived the attack, has worked on Mean Girls, […]
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Actor Nick Pasqual, who appeared on How I Met Your Mother and Archive 81 and later produced on the comedy series National Day Riff, was sentenced today to 32 years to life in prison for the 2024 stabbing of Hollywood makeup artist and ex-girlfriend Allie Shehorn.
Deadline
Jun 3, 01:19
Scott Pelley Future: CBS Brass In 5-Alarm Meeting Over ‘60 Minutes’ Vet’s Potential Exit
EXCLUSIVE: Bari Weiss and CBS News leadership were said to be in an emergency meeting on Tuesday to decide how to move forward on 60 Minutes following an extraordinary clash between Scott Pelley and the show’s new executive producer, Nick Bilton at an all staff meeting this week. Pelley has earned praise from 60 Minutes […]
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Pelley has earned praise from 60 Minutes veterans and others at the network for challenging a series of firings from the top rated broadcast, amid concerns that it future direction is being influenced by corporate concerns.
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EXCLUSIVE: Bari Weiss and CBS News leadership were said to be in an emergency meeting on Tuesday to decide how to move forward on 60 Minutes following an extraordinary clash between Scott Pelley and the show’s new executive producer, Nick Bilton at an all staff meeting this week.
Deadline
Jun 3, 01:10
Lindsey Anderson Beer To Write And Direct Adaptation Of Her Novel ‘Hollow’ Starring Sydney Sweeney Who Will Produce Through Her Honey Trap Banner
EXCLUSIVE: Here is a hot package set to hit the market later this week that is sure to have a lot of studio execs losing their heads. Filmmaker and screenwriter Lindsey Anderson Beer has sold her debut novel, Hollow to Putnam, an imprint of Penguin Random House, and is now planning to turn that novel […]
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Lindsey Anderson Beer To Write And Direct Adaptation Of Her Novel ‘Hollow’ Starring Sydney Sweeney Who Will Produce Through Her Honey Trap Banner. EXCLUSIVE: Here is a hot package set to hit the market later this week that is sure to have a lot of studio execs losing their heads.
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EXCLUSIVE: Here is a hot package set to hit the market later this week that is sure to have a lot of studio execs losing their heads.
Variety
Jun 3, 01:00
‘Summer House’ Reunion Part 2: The Five Biggest Moments, From West’s Girlfriend Reveal to Kyle’s Cheating Caught on Tape
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Part 2 of the Season 10 “Summer House” reunion, streaming on Peacock as of May 27. Where will it go from here? That was the first thought running through my mind following the dramatic opening salvo to “Summer House’s” three-part Season 10 reunion. We’d already seen Ciara Miller (with an assist […]
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‘Summer House’ Reunion Part 2: The Five Biggest Moments, From West’s Girlfriend Reveal to Kyle’s Cheating Caught on Tape. That was the first thought running through my mind following the dramatic opening salvo to “Summer House’s” three-part Season 10 reunion. We’d already seen Ciara Miller (with an assist […]
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SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Part 2 of the Season 10 “Summer House” reunion, streaming on Peacock as of May 27.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 01:00
‘Summer House’ Reunion: Ciara, Kyle Speak With West’s Not-So-Mystery Woman as Amanda Admits She’s “Embarrassed” About Their Romance Origins
Part two of the season 10 reunion aired Tuesday, where Ciara Miller and Kyle Cooke FaceTimed with Meija Moreno, the woman whom West Wilson was exclusively dating when his relationship with Amanda Batula kicked off.
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Logo text [This story contains spoilers from part two of the Summer House season 10 reunion.] Part two of the Summer House season 10 reunion shed more light on whether or not West Wilson was in an exclusive relationship when he began his romance with Amanda Batula (to sum it up, yes he was).
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Part two of the season 10 reunion aired Tuesday, where Ciara Miller and Kyle Cooke FaceTimed with Meija Moreno, the woman whom West Wilson was exclusively dating when his relationship with Amanda Batula kicked off.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 00:56
When and Where to Watch ‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Online
Ariana Madix returns as host for the third consecutive season, while 'Summer House' star Ciara Miller joins as 'Aftersun' co-host.
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It’s a very big week for Love Island loyalists. Just one day after the premiere of Love Island U.K.’s 13th season , Love Island USA returns for its eighth go-around. The eighth season of Love Island USA premieres on Peacock on Tuesday, June 2, at 6 p.m.
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Ariana Madix returns as host for the third consecutive season, while 'Summer House' star Ciara Miller joins as 'Aftersun' co-host.
Variety
Jun 3, 00:42
‘Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day’ Review: Haley Bennett Is Starry-Eyed in a Literary Adaptation With Much Heart and a Heavy Hand
Virginia Woolf herself was not the greatest admirer of her 1919 novel “Night and Day,” a complex and somewhat elusive work that wove a pensive reflection on women’s suffrage through a quasi-Shakespearean rotation of misbegotten and rearranged courtships — in a style far removed from the angular modernism of her later works. It remains perhaps […]
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Lily Allen, Jack Whitehall and Timothy Spall also star in Tina Gharavi's SXSW London opener, which refashions Woolf's diffuse, ruminative feminist novel into a straightforwardly inspirational tale. London-set and broadly accessible, “Virginia Woolf’s Night and Day” was a fitting opener for the second edition of the SXSW London multimedia fest, a few weeks ahead of its U.K.
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Virginia Woolf herself was not the greatest admirer of her 1919 novel “Night and Day,” a complex and somewhat elusive work that wove a pensive reflection on women’s suffrage through a quasi-Shakespearean rotation of misbegotten and rearranged courtships — in a style far removed from the angular modernism of her later works.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 00:31
This Is the Man Who Cultivates YouTube Filmmakers Like Kane Parsons and Curry Barker
YouTube executive Fede Goldenberg has what is suddenly one of the most important jobs in Hollywood — working with the creators who are storming the box office.
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“It’s a particularly great feeling — two movies leading the box office and Markiplier on the platform too,” said Goldenberg, who like so many Google executives has a title — head of film and TV partnerships — that only hints at his influence.
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YouTube executive Fede Goldenberg has what is suddenly one of the most important jobs in Hollywood — working with the creators who are storming the box office.
Variety
Jun 3, 00:30
JioHotstar Goes on AI Hiring Spree as India’s Largest Streamer Bets on Homegrown Tech (EXCLUSIVE)
India’s largest streaming platform, JioHotstar, is recruiting for more than 75 AI roles as the platform moves to build out a dedicated artificial intelligence division, the company revealed Wednesday. The push spans engineering, production automation and creative technology, with the streamer positioning India’s multilingual scale and engineering base as the foundation for a broader global […]
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India’s largest streaming platform, JioHotstar, is recruiting for more than 75 AI roles as the platform moves to build out a dedicated artificial intelligence division, the company revealed Wednesday.
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India’s largest streaming platform, JioHotstar, is recruiting for more than 75 AI roles as the platform moves to build out a dedicated artificial intelligence division, the company revealed Wednesday.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 3, 00:13
Pennsylvania Mayor Calls Out ‘Love Island USA’ Islander For Quitting Cop Job for Reality Show
"I never thought I’d see the day in America where reality show participation wins out over being a police officer," Mayor William Reynolds said.
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Logo text A season eight Love Island USA Islander is already catching flak, but it’s not from fans. After Sean Reifel, 29, was revealed as one of the castmembers for the new season of Peacock’s hit reality dating show , a mayor in Pennsylvania called out the Islander for quitting his job to join the show. 18 last year.
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"I never thought I’d see the day in America where reality show participation wins out over being a police officer," Mayor William Reynolds said.
Deadline
Jun 2, 23:30
‘The Hunting Party’ Canceled By NBC After 2 Seasons, Will Be Shopped
The Hunting Party took the scening route but arrived at the same destination as fellow sophomore NBC drama series Brilliant Minds: a cancellation after two seasons. NBC sibling Universal Television, the studio behind the crime drama procedural starring Melissa Roxburgh, is expected to shop it to other outlets. Netflix, which currently licenses the show in […]
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‘The Hunting Party’ Canceled By NBC After 2 Seasons, Will Be Shopped. The Hunting Party took the scening route but arrived at the same destination as fellow sophomore NBC drama series Brilliant Minds: a cancellation after two seasons.
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Netflix, which currently licenses the show in […]
Variety
Jun 2, 23:30
‘The Hunting Party’ Canceled After Two Seasons at NBC
“The Hunting Party” has been canceled after two seasons at NBC. The series, which aired its final episode on May 7, starred Melissa Roxburgh as former FBI profiler Rebecca “Bex” Henderson, who led a small team of investigators that was “assembled to track down and capture the most dangerous killers the world has ever seen, […]
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“The Hunting Party” has been canceled after two seasons at NBC. The series, which aired its final episode on May 7, starred Melissa Roxburgh as former FBI profiler Rebecca “Bex” Henderson, who led a small team of investigators that was “assembled to track down and capture the most dangerous killers the world has ever seen, […]
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The series, which aired its final episode on May 7, starred Melissa Roxburgh as former FBI profiler Rebecca “Bex” Henderson, who led a small team of investigators that was “assembled to track down and capture the most dangerous killers the world has ever seen, […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 23:30
‘The Hunting Party’ Canceled After Two Seasons on NBC
The crime drama was the last network scripted series awaiting word on its future.
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The crime drama was the last network scripted series awaiting word on its future.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 23:23
Ariana Madix Is Ready to Strut Her Way Into the ‘Love Island USA’ Villa Feeling “Confident and Sexy”
As the host returns for her third season of Peacock's hit show, she chats with The Hollywood Reporter about how she prepares for her hosting duties, navigating the Islander dynamics and what she's looking forward to most about season eight.
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Logo text There’s no doubt that Ariana Madix played a huge role in helping Love Island USA become a cultural phenomenon over the last two years. Love Island USA , which follows sexy singles looking for love in a Fijian villa, has climbed the streaming charts the last two years, becoming not only Peacock’s most-watched original unscripted series but also one of the most anticip…
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As the host returns for her third season of Peacock's hit show, she chats with The Hollywood Reporter about how she prepares for her hosting duties, navigating the Islander dynamics and what she's looking forward to most about season eight.
Variety
Jun 2, 23:08
Ernest Chambers, ‘The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour’ Showrunner, Dies at 97
Ernest Chambers, the writer and producer known for variety TV shows like “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour” and “Click,” died on May 28 at home in Los Angeles following a brief illness. He was 97. Chambers produced, wrote and executive produced over 1,000 hours of TV over the course of his 50-year career, earning 11 […]
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Ernest Chambers, the writer and producer known for variety TV shows like “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour” and “Click,” died on May 28 at home in Los Angeles following a brief illness. He was 97. Chambers produced, wrote and executive produced over 1,000 hours of TV over the course of his 50-year career, earning 11 […]
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Ernest Chambers, the writer and producer known for variety TV shows like “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour” and “Click,” died on May 28 at home in Los Angeles following a brief illness.
Deadline
Jun 2, 23:06
Peabo Bryson Dies: R&B Singer Of ‘Aladdin’s “A Whole New World” & “Beauty & The Beast” Was 75
Robert Peopo Bryson, known as Peabo Bryson, has died. The R&B singer and songwriter was 75. The Grammy Award-winning artist was known for singing soul ballads, including “A Whole New World” from Aladdin with Regina Belle and the Celine Dion duet from Beauty and the Beast. Bryson died on Tuesday, June 2, following reports of suffering […]
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Peabo Bryson Dies: R&B Singer Of ‘Aladdin’s “A Whole New World” & “Beauty & The Beast” Was 75. The R&B singer and songwriter was 75. Bryson died on Tuesday, June 2, following reports of suffering […]
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Robert Peopo Bryson, known as Peabo Bryson, has died.
Deadline
Jun 2, 22:53
Curry Barker’s Next Pic With Focus Features & Blumhouse-Atomic Monster ‘Anything But Ghosts’ Adds Chris Reinacher
EXCLUSIVE: Curry Barker’s next movie from Blumhouse-Atomic Monster and Focus Features, Anything But Ghosts, will also star Superstore and The Mindy Project actor Chris Reinacher. Spooky Pictures and Divide/Conquer are also producers on the pic. The news comes in the wake of Barker’s current pic in cinemas, Obsession, becoming Focus Features highest grossing movie at […]
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Curry Barker’s Next Pic With Focus Features & Blumhouse-Atomic Monster ‘Anything But Ghosts’ Adds Chris Reinacher. Spooky Pictures and Divide/Conquer are also producers on the pic. The news comes in the wake of Barker’s current pic in cinemas, Obsession, becoming Focus Features highest grossing movie at […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Curry Barker’s next movie from Blumhouse-Atomic Monster and Focus Features, Anything But Ghosts, will also star Superstore and The Mindy Project actor Chris Reinacher.
Variety
Jun 2, 22:37
Peabo Bryson, Veteran R&B Singer of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘Whole New World,’ Dies at 75
Peabo Bryson, the veteran R&B singer best known as the singer behind the Disney film hits “Beauty and the Beast” and “Whole New World,” has died, according to a statement from his family. No cause of death was cited, although the family announced on Sunday that he had suffered a stroke “With broken hearts and […]
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Peabo Bryson, the veteran R&B singer best known as the singer behind the Disney film hits “Beauty and the Beast” and “Whole New World,” has died, according to a statement from his family. No cause of death was cited, although the family announced on Sunday that he had suffered a stroke “With broken hearts and […]
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Peabo Bryson, the veteran R&B singer best known as the singer behind the Disney film hits “Beauty and the Beast” and “Whole New World,” has died, according to a statement from his family.
Deadline
Jun 2, 22:36
‘Stargate’ Series From Martin Gero Not Moving Forward At Amazon
Stargate has become a high-profile likely casualty of the regime change at Amazon MGM Studios. The reboot of the popular MGM IP from Stargate veteran Martin Gero, which received a series order by Prime Video in November 2025, will not be moving forward, Deadline has confirmed. The decision to pull the plug is made late […]
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‘Stargate’ Series From Martin Gero Not Moving Forward At Amazon. The reboot of the popular MGM IP from Stargate veteran Martin Gero, which received a series order by Prime Video in November 2025, will not be moving forward, Deadline has confirmed. The decision to pull the plug is made late […]
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Stargate has become a high-profile likely casualty of the regime change at Amazon MGM Studios.
Variety
Jun 2, 22:30
‘Wolverine’ Game Developers Break Down New Footage, X-Men Cameos, ‘Low-Gore’ Option, Claw Combat and How Logan Can Die
If there’s one key thing that PlayStation’s Insomniac Games wants you to take away from the new gameplay footage for its upcoming “Marvel’s Wolverine,” it’s that this video game will be as bloody as promised. “It’s planting our flag that this is a mature game,” Insomniac Games’ creative director Marcus Smith told Variety. “There was […]
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If there’s one key thing that PlayStation’s Insomniac Games wants you to take away from the new gameplay footage for its upcoming “Marvel’s Wolverine,” it’s that this video game will be as bloody as promised. “It’s planting our flag that this is a mature game,” Insomniac Games’ creative director Marcus Smith told Variety. “There was […]
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If there’s one key thing that PlayStation’s Insomniac Games wants you to take away from the new gameplay footage for its upcoming “Marvel’s Wolverine,” it’s that this video game will be as bloody as promised.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 22:17
‘Imposters’ Filmmaker Caleb Phillips Signs with Underground (Exclusive)
He first landed attention with the viral horror short 'Other Side of the Box,' which amassed more than 30 million views, and recently premiered his debut feature at SXSW.
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Rising genre filmmaker Caleb Phillips has signed with Underground , the company that is riding high thanks to client Curry Barker’s box office hit Obsession . That property feels more relevant than ever in the wake of the outsized success of Kane Parsons’ The Backrooms , which began life as a series of popular YouTube shorts and broke A24 records last weekend.
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He first landed attention with the viral horror short 'Other Side of the Box,' which amassed more than 30 million views, and recently premiered his debut feature at SXSW.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 22:15
Tom Holland Called Sony Boss to Delay ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ for Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’
The 30-year-old actor has both films releasing in theaters this summer.
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Tom Holland Called Sony Boss to Delay ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ for Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’. The 30-year-old actor has both films releasing in theaters this summer.
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The 30-year-old actor has both films releasing in theaters this summer.
Variety
Jun 2, 22:15
Mindy Kaling and ‘Not Suitable For Work’ Boss on Depicting the Gen-Z Workforce Onscreen and Setting Up Numerous Love Triangles: ‘You Want to Keep People Guessing’
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for the three episode-premiere of “Not Suitable For Work,” now streaming on Hulu. Let the record show that Mindy Kaling is well aware of the possibility of people looking up “Mindy Kaling NSFW” and finding “inappropriate photos” of the actor/writer/producer, rather than information about her newest TV show, “Not Suitable […]
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Mindy Kaling and ‘Not Suitable For Work’ Boss on Depicting the Gen-Z Workforce Onscreen and Setting Up Numerous Love Triangles: ‘You Want to Keep People Guessing’. SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for the three episode-premiere of “Not Suitable For Work,” now streaming on Hulu.
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Let the record show that Mindy Kaling is well aware of the possibility of people looking up “Mindy Kaling NSFW” and finding “inappropriate photos” of the actor/writer/producer, rather than information about her newest TV show, “Not Suitable […]
Variety
Jun 2, 21:49
Zendaya and Tom Holland Spoke Up on ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Set When Scene Wasn’t Working; Director Sent Crew Home So It Could Be Rewritten
Tom Holland told Amy Poehler on the latest episode of the “Good Hang” podcast that acting alongside his partner Zendaya is a “lifeline” and “I couldn’t imagine doing what I do without her.” The two A-list stars have worked together in four “Spider-Man” movies, including this summer’s “Brand New Day.” They will also both appear […]
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So I said, ‘Do you think that this scene is working?’ And she was like, ‘No. I don’t think the scene is working at all,'” Holland said. It was just so funny, I was thinking about, like, if this wasn’t Zendaya that I was sitting across from… imagine on someone else’s coverage being like, ‘Do you think this is working?'”
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Tom Holland told Amy Poehler on the latest episode of the “Good Hang” podcast that acting alongside his partner Zendaya is a “lifeline” and “I couldn’t imagine doing what I do without her.” The two A-list stars have worked together in four “Spider-Man” movies, including this summer’s “Brand New Day.” They will also both appear […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 21:48
California Primary Coverage: Where to Livestream 2026 Election News and Results Online
Election day is upon us. Here's how to watch live coverage of the governor's and mayoral races without a traditional TV plan.
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California Primary Coverage: Where to Livestream 2026 Election News and Results Online. Election day is upon us. Here's how to watch live coverage of the governor's and mayoral races without a traditional TV plan.
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Election day is upon us.
Variety
Jun 2, 21:39
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Carolina Hurricanes Livestream: How to Watch the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final Online
The NHL Stanley Cup Final 2026 features two of the best teams in hockey in a best-of-seven series. Over the next two weeks, the two teams battle for glory and compete to hoist the legendary Stanley Cup Trophy at center ice starting on Tuesday, June 2. The championship hockey series features the Vegas Golden Knights […]
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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Over the next two weeks, the two teams battle for glory and compete to hoist the legendary Stanley Cup Trophy at center ice starting on Tuesday, June 2. The championship hockey series features the Vegas Golden Knights […]
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The NHL Stanley Cup Final 2026 features two of the best teams in hockey in a best-of-seven series.
Variety
Jun 2, 21:31
How ‘Pluribus,’ ‘Murderbot’ and ‘Spider-Noir’ Composers Found Innovative Ways to Score Emmy-Contending Shows
Composers working in longform TV continue to find fascinating and original ways to convey the essence of character and nuances of emotion over multiple hours of storytelling. This season’s standout efforts included shows like “Murderbot,” “Pluribus” and “Spider-Noir.” For Apple TV’s “Murderbot,” composer Amanda Jones (who previously worked with co-creator Paul Weitz on the film […]
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How ‘Pluribus,’ ‘Murderbot’ and ‘Spider-Noir’ Composers Found Innovative Ways to Score Emmy-Contending Shows. Composers working in longform TV continue to find fascinating and original ways to convey the essence of character and nuances of emotion over multiple hours of storytelling. This season’s standout efforts included shows like “Murderbot,” “Pluribus” and “Spider-Noir.
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This season’s standout efforts included shows like “Murderbot,” “Pluribus” and “Spider-Noir.” For Apple TV’s “Murderbot,” composer Amanda Jones (who previously worked with co-creator Paul Weitz on the film […]
Variety
Jun 2, 21:30
‘Stargate’ TV Series From Martin Gero Not Moving Forward at Amazon (EXCLUSIVE)
The new “Stargate” TV series has been axed at Amazon, Variety has learned exclusively. The show was first announced with a series order in November 2025. It hailed from writer, executive producer, and showrunner Martin Gero, who was a writer on “Stargate SG-1” and “Stargate: Atlantis” early in his career. According to an individual with […]
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‘Stargate’ TV Series From Martin Gero Not Moving Forward at Amazon (EXCLUSIVE). The show was first announced with a series order in November 2025. It hailed from writer, executive producer, and showrunner Martin Gero, who was a writer on “Stargate SG-1” and “Stargate: Atlantis” early in his career.
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The new “Stargate” TV series has been axed at Amazon, Variety has learned exclusively.
Deadline
Jun 2, 21:30
‘The Bold & The Beautiful’ VP Of Comms & Talent Relations Eva Basler Departs CBS Sudser
EXCLUSIVE: Longtime communications executive Eva Basler has departed The Bold & the Beautiful, her home for more than 20 years. Basler served as vice president of communications and talent relations for Bell-Phillip TV Productions, where she managed publicity, marketing social media and talent relations for CBS’ top-rated daytime drama. She was a beloved member of […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Longtime communications executive Eva Basler has departed The Bold & the Beautiful, her home for more than 20 years. Basler served as vice president of communications and talent relations for Bell-Phillip TV Productions, where she managed publicity, marketing social media and talent relations for CBS’ top-rated daytime drama. She was a beloved member of […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Longtime communications executive Eva Basler has departed The Bold & the Beautiful, her home for more than 20 years.
Deadline
Jun 2, 21:30
Doc Talk Podcast: Tribeca’s Cara Cusumano Gives Us Lowdown On Lower Manhattan Festival’s Documentary Lineup
Tribeca Festival, which kicks off Wednesday, will be thumping to music from its opening moments. The 25th edition of the festival in Lower Manhattan debuts with the world premiere of Earth, Wind & Fire: To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World, the latest documentary from Oscar winner Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson. It closes June 14 […]
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Doc Talk Podcast: Tribeca’s Cara Cusumano Gives Us Lowdown On Lower Manhattan Festival’s Documentary Lineup. The 25th edition of the festival in Lower Manhattan debuts with the world premiere of Earth, Wind & Fire: To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World, the latest documentary from Oscar winner Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson.
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Tribeca Festival, which kicks off Wednesday, will be thumping to music from its opening moments.
Deadline
Jun 2, 21:28
Diddy Decision Day Looms In L.A.: DA Ponders LAPD Report On Sexual Battery Claims Against Sean Combs
Like Harvey Weinstein before him, Sean “Diddy” Combs could face bicoastal justice over sex crimes allegations. “In the fall of 2025, LAPD and LASD each presented a separate sexual assault investigation for one victim to the LA County District Attorney’s Office,” a spokesperson for Nathan Hochman told Deadline Tuesday. “We are reviewing the case.” The […]
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Diddy Decision Day Looms In L.A.: DA Ponders LAPD Report On Sexual Battery Claims Against Sean Combs. Like Harvey Weinstein before him, Sean “Diddy” Combs could face bicoastal justice over sex crimes allegations.
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Like Harvey Weinstein before him, Sean “Diddy” Combs could face bicoastal justice over sex crimes allegations.
Deadline
Jun 2, 21:19
Broadway Actors Mary Beth Hurt, Sondra Lee & Jennifer Harmon Among Marquee Dimming Honorees
Actors Mary Beth Hurt, Jennifer Harmon and Sondra Lee are among the late members of the Broadway community who will be honored with a group marquee dimming next week. The group dimming, which are held quarterly, is set for Tuesday, June 9, at 6:45 p.m./ET at all 41 Broadway theaters. Also among those being honored […]
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Broadway Actors Mary Beth Hurt, Sondra Lee & Jennifer Harmon Among Marquee Dimming Honorees. The group dimming, which are held quarterly, is set for Tuesday, June 9, at 6:45 p.m./ET at all 41 Broadway theaters. Also among those being honored […]
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Actors Mary Beth Hurt, Jennifer Harmon and Sondra Lee are among the late members of the Broadway community who will be honored with a group marquee dimming next week.
Deadline
Jun 2, 21:01
‘In Memoriam’s Rob Burnett & Marc Maron Reflect On Loss Of ‘The Late Show,’ A Mode Of Late-Night That May Be “Over” & “Amateur Hour” Aspect To Some Of What’s Replacing It
For Rob Burnett, who worked alongside David Letterman for nearly three decades — including at The Late Show, from its inception — the May 21st conclusion of the late-night franchise stirred significant emotion. “I found myself being strangely emotional on Stephen [Colbert]’s last show. I didn’t expect it,” Burnett said. “Some of it is just […]
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‘In Memoriam’s Rob Burnett & Marc Maron Reflect On Loss Of ‘The Late Show,’ A Mode Of Late-Night That May Be “Over” & “Amateur Hour” Aspect To Some Of What’s Replacing It. For Rob Burnett, who worked alongside David Letterman for nearly three decades — including at The Late Show, from its inception — the May 21st conclusion of the late-night franchise stirred significant emoti…
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For Rob Burnett, who worked alongside David Letterman for nearly three decades — including at The Late Show, from its inception — the May 21st conclusion of the late-night franchise stirred significant emotion.
Variety
Jun 2, 20:56
The Beach Boys Celebrate ‘Pet Sounds’ 60th Anniversary With New Merch, Including Special-Edition Vinyl
The Beach Boys first made waves in the 60s, and several decades later, the group has cemented its place in music history. Among their most famed bodies of work is the 1966 album “Pet Sounds,” which turned 60 on May 16. In honor of the major birthday, Amazon has rolled out merchandise dedicated to both […]
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The Beach Boys Celebrate ‘Pet Sounds’ 60th Anniversary With New Merch, Including Special-Edition Vinyl. Among their most famed bodies of work is the 1966 album “Pet Sounds,” which turned 60 on May 16. In honor of the major birthday, Amazon has rolled out merchandise dedicated to both […]
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The Beach Boys first made waves in the 60s, and several decades later, the group has cemented its place in music history.
Deadline
Jun 2, 20:54
‘Landman’s Christian Wallace To Adapt Brian Kilmeade & Don Yaeger Book ‘George Washington’s Secret Six’ For Film
EXCLUSIVE: Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger’s bestselling historical book George Washington’s Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution is being adapted for the big screen, with Landman co-creator Christian Wallace attached to pen the screenplay. The film is envisioned as a large-scale historical espionage thriller centered on the Culper Spy Ring — […]
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‘Landman’s Christian Wallace To Adapt Brian Kilmeade & Don Yaeger Book ‘George Washington’s Secret Six’ For Film. EXCLUSIVE: Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger’s bestselling historical book George Washington’s Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution is being adapted for the big screen, with Landman co-creator Christian Wallace attached to pen the screenplay.
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The film is envisioned as a large-scale historical espionage thriller centered on the Culper Spy Ring — […]
Deadline
Jun 2, 20:47
Peacock Will Finally Turn A Profit In Q2, NBCUniversal Matt Strauss Says; “A Beginning To A Validation”
NBCUniversal Media Chairman Matt Strauss, who oversees Peacock, says the 6-year-old streamer will finally turn a profit in the current quarter. Entering the black is “a big milestone for the company” and “a big milestone for the team,” Strauss said during an appearance at the Evercore Global TMT Conference on Tuesday. “It’s also a beginning […]
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NBCUniversal Media Chairman Matt Strauss, who oversees Peacock, says the 6-year-old streamer will finally turn a profit in the current quarter. Entering the black is “a big milestone for the company” and “a big milestone for the team,” Strauss said during an appearance at the Evercore Global TMT Conference on Tuesday. “It’s also a beginning […]
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NBCUniversal Media Chairman Matt Strauss, who oversees Peacock, says the 6-year-old streamer will finally turn a profit in the current quarter.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 20:44
Versant Invests In Microdrama Streaming App GammaTime
The minority stake in the Hollywood-backed verticals company is part of its latest fund raise through a Series A seed investment round.
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Versant Media Group has taken a minority stake in GammaTime , the microdrama streaming app, as part of a Series A funding round. (Versant news brands like CNBC and MS NOW are not part of the agreement.) “GammaTime is reimagining short-form storytelling for a new generation of viewers.
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The minority stake in the Hollywood-backed verticals company is part of its latest fund raise through a Series A seed investment round.
Deadline
Jun 2, 20:43
Mariska Hargitay Has Near Sell-Out Debut Week In ‘Every Brilliant Thing’; ‘Death Of A Salesman’ Highest Grosser Among Tony Hopefuls – Broadway Box Office
Mariska Hargitay, making her Broadway debut taking over from Daniel Radcliffe as the star of Every Brilliant Thing, proved quite the draw in her first week on the job: Attendance at the Hudson Theatre was at 97% of capacity, and although last week’s gross of $1,135,322 was a considerable drop from the previous when Radcliffe […]
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Hargitay is with the show through Sunday, July 5. Nominees with attendance below the 90% mark were Chess (88%, $1,012,984 ); Schmigadoon! The Fear of 13 , with nominations for lighting and sound design, was at 72% and $550,743 .
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Mariska Hargitay, making her Broadway debut taking over from Daniel Radcliffe as the star of Every Brilliant Thing, proved quite the draw in her first week on the job: Attendance at the Hudson Theatre was at 97% of capacity, and although last week’s gross of $1,135,322 was a considerable drop from the previous when Radcliffe […]
Deadline
Jun 2, 20:30
Deadline Rides With Paramount+’s All Trails Lead Here Awards-Season Event Featuring Stars Of ‘Landman’ & ‘The Madison’: Photos
Deadline recently joined forces with Paramount+ at its All Trails Lead Here event, celebrating Taylor Sheridan’s latest awards contenders Landman and The Madison. We were on hand to grab exclusive interviews from the shows’ stars. Landman’s Billy Bob Thornton, Sam Elliott, Andy Garcia and more mingled with stars from The Madison, including Beau Garrett, Kevin Zegers, Elle Chapman, Amiah Miller and […]
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Deadline Rides With Paramount+’s All Trails Lead Here Awards-Season Event Featuring Stars Of ‘Landman’ & ‘The Madison’: Photos. We were on hand to grab exclusive interviews from the shows’ stars. Landman’s Billy Bob Thornton, Sam Elliott, Andy Garcia and more mingled with stars from The Madison, including Beau Garrett, Kevin Zegers, Elle Chapman, Amiah Miller and […]
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Deadline recently joined forces with Paramount+ at its All Trails Lead Here event, celebrating Taylor Sheridan’s latest awards contenders Landman and The Madison.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 20:28
John Carney Commends Nick Jonas for Not Strong-Arming the ‘Power Ballad’ Soundtrack
The filmmaker behind the Oscar-winning 'Once' is "grateful" Jonas took a laid-back approach, offering to help with the music only if needed.
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Carney — who used to play bass in the Hansard-led band, The Frames — continually finds new ways to tell music-centric stories. For Power Ballad ’s original music, Carney reteamed with Gary Clark, his co-composer since Sing Street .
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The filmmaker behind the Oscar-winning 'Once' is "grateful" Jonas took a laid-back approach, offering to help with the music only if needed.
Deadline
Jun 2, 20:26
David Harbour & Gaby Hoffmann Set For Dark Comedy ‘Little One’ From ‘Weapons’ Producing Duo Of Zach Cregger & Roy Lee
EXCLUSIVE: David Harbour (DTF St. Louis) and Gaby Hoffmann (Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere) have inked deals to star in Little One, a dark comedy marking the feature directorial debut of Alex Kavutskiy, which reunites the Weapons duo of Zach Cregger and Roy Lee. Character details are under wraps. Financed by Alex Lebovici’s Hammerstone Studios, in a […]
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David Harbour & Gaby Hoffmann Set For Dark Comedy ‘Little One’ From ‘Weapons’ Producing Duo Of Zach Cregger & Roy Lee. Louis) and Gaby Hoffmann (Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere) have inked deals to star in Little One, a dark comedy marking the feature directorial debut of Alex Kavutskiy, which reunites the Weapons duo of Zach Cregger and Roy Lee.
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EXCLUSIVE: David Harbour (DTF St.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 20:08
Broadway Box Office: ‘Death of a Salesman’ Hits $1.8 Million, ‘Book of Mormon’ Returns
Most shows saw a decline in grosses last week, but 'Ragtime' and 'Rocky Horror' also bucked the trend.
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Broadway Box Office: ‘Death of a Salesman’ Hits $1.8 Million, ‘Book of Mormon’ Returns. Most shows saw a decline in grosses last week, but 'Ragtime' and 'Rocky Horror' also bucked the trend.
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Most shows saw a decline in grosses last week, but 'Ragtime' and 'Rocky Horror' also bucked the trend.
Variety
Jun 2, 20:00
‘I Will Find You’ Trailer: Sam Worthington and Britt Lower Star in Netflix’s New Thriller (TV News Roundup)
Netflix has released the trailer and first look at “I Will Find You,” a new series from Harlan Coben. An adaptation of Coben’s best selling novel, the drama will premiere on June 18. “I Will Find You” follows Sam Worthington as David, a father serving a life sentence for killing his son. “The thing is: […]
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‘I Will Find You’ Trailer: Sam Worthington and Britt Lower Star in Netflix’s New Thriller (TV News Roundup). Netflix has released the trailer and first look at “I Will Find You,” a new series from Harlan Coben. An adaptation of Coben’s best selling novel, the drama will premiere on June 18.
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Netflix has released the trailer and first look at “I Will Find You,” a new series from Harlan Coben.
Deadline
Jun 2, 20:00
Banijay Strikes First International Deal For ‘Let’s Play Ball’ With ‘Heated Rivalry’ Streamer Crave
EXCLUSIVE: Banijay Rights has struck its first international deal for buzzy physical comedy gameshow Let’s Play Ball. Heated Rivalry streamer Crave has picked up the format for French Canada and will make a bumper 10 x 60-minute version of the show that sees celebrities push giant balls across various terrains. Produced by Sphere Media, the […]
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Banijay Strikes First International Deal For ‘Let’s Play Ball’ With ‘Heated Rivalry’ Streamer Crave. Heated Rivalry streamer Crave has picked up the format for French Canada and will make a bumper 10 x 60-minute version of the show that sees celebrities push giant balls across various terrains. Produced by Sphere Media, the […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Banijay Rights has struck its first international deal for buzzy physical comedy gameshow Let’s Play Ball.
Deadline
Jun 2, 20:00
‘Snowfall’ Spinoff Series Starring Gail Bean & Isaiah John Gets Title
EXCLUSIVE: The untitled Snowfall spinoff series is no longer untitled. The series, starring the mothership’s Gail Bean and Isaiah John, is named The Drop: A Snowfall Saga, Deadline has learned. It will premiere later this year on FX and Hulu and will be available on Disney+ internationally. The series, from Malcolm Spellman and Snowfall producers, […]
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‘Snowfall’ Spinoff Series Starring Gail Bean & Isaiah John Gets Title. The series, starring the mothership’s Gail Bean and Isaiah John, is named The Drop: A Snowfall Saga, Deadline has learned. The series, from Malcolm Spellman and Snowfall producers, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The untitled Snowfall spinoff series is no longer untitled.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 19:59
Will Taylor Sheridan Finally Break Through at the Emmys With Season 2 of ‘Landman’?
The Paramount+ series' sophomore outing has already garnered an Actor Award nom for best cast of a drama series and a best drama series actor Critics Choice nom for star Billy Bob Thornton, but is the TV Academy finally ready to embrace a show from its polarizing creator?
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Among the most fascinating Emmys-related mysteries, to me, is why the TV Academy has so consistently overlooked the shows of Taylor Sheridan , the prolific TV creator behind the Yellowstone televisual universe — Yellowstone (2018-2024), 1883 (2021), 1923 (2022), Marshals (2026-) and Dutton Ranch (2026-) — as well as Mayor of Kingstown (2021-), Tulsa King (2022-), Lawmen: Bass…
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The Paramount+ series' sophomore outing has already garnered an Actor Award nom for best cast of a drama series and a best drama series actor Critics Choice nom for star Billy Bob Thornton, but is the TV Academy finally ready to embrace a show from its polarizing creator?
Deadline
Jun 2, 19:57
Fox Sets Summer Premiere Dates For ‘Kitchen Nightmares’ & ‘Beat Shazam’
Fox is out with summer premiere dates for a pair of its unscripted shows. The network has set new seasons of Kitchen Nightmares and Beat Shazam to bow next month. Season 3 of the Gordon Ramsay-led Kitchen Nightmares will debut with a two-hour episode from 8 1-10 p.m. Tuesday, July 21. The Midwest-set season of […]
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Fox Sets Summer Premiere Dates For ‘Kitchen Nightmares’ & ‘Beat Shazam’. The network has set new seasons of Kitchen Nightmares and Beat Shazam to bow next month. Season 3 of the Gordon Ramsay-led Kitchen Nightmares will debut with a two-hour episode from 8 1-10 p.m.
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Fox is out with summer premiere dates for a pair of its unscripted shows.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 19:44
‘Stop! That! Train!’ Director Denies Film’s Speculated AI Use: RuPaul-Led “Movie Is Fully Human Made”
Social media users claimed that there was "a ton of AI in the new RuPaul movie," however Adam Shankman took to Instagram to shut down said rumors.
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director Adam Shankman is shutting down claims that his upcoming feature, led by RuPaul , utilized “fully generative AI shots” to capture the film. (Confirmed in the end credits that Acme AI was the top billed VFX company on the film).” One social media post that particularly went viral about Stop!
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Social media users claimed that there was "a ton of AI in the new RuPaul movie," however Adam Shankman took to Instagram to shut down said rumors.
Variety
Jun 2, 19:39
‘War Machine’ Sequel in the Works From Netflix After Action Film Becomes One of Streamer’s Most-Watched Films
Alan Ritchson may be re-enlisting in the service. Netflix is working on a sequel to “War Machine,” the sci-fi, military-themed action film that has been a viewing juggernaut for the streamer. Ritchson played a staff sergeant who comes face-to-face with a fearsome, supernatural killing machine while undergoing a simulated mission. Patrick Hughes, who oversaw “The […]
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‘War Machine’ Sequel in the Works From Netflix After Action Film Becomes One of Streamer’s Most-Watched Films. Ritchson played a staff sergeant who comes face-to-face with a fearsome, supernatural killing machine while undergoing a simulated mission. Patrick Hughes, who oversaw “The […]
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Netflix is working on a sequel to “War Machine,” the sci-fi, military-themed action film that has been a viewing juggernaut for the streamer.
Variety
Jun 2, 19:30
Versant Media Invests in Microdrama Distributor GammaTime
Versant Media wants to sweat the short stuff. The media company, which owns MS NOW and CNBC and was spun off from NBCUniversal earlier this year, has taken part in a Series A funding round that will establish a partnership with GammaTime, a microdrama streaming platform. Under terms of the agreement, GammaTime will work with […]
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Versant Media Invests in Microdrama Distributor GammaTime. Versant Media wants to sweat the short stuff. Under terms of the agreement, GammaTime will work with […]
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The media company, which owns MS NOW and CNBC and was spun off from NBCUniversal earlier this year, has taken part in a Series A funding round that will establish a partnership with GammaTime, a microdrama streaming platform.
Variety
Jun 2, 19:21
T-Mobile’s Perks Span Steep Discounts on Everything From Concert Tickets and Hotel Stays to Food Delivery
In a wireless industry long accustomed to competing on price and coverage maps, T-Mobile has spent the past several years trying to carve out a different competitive angle: a plethora of perks spanning travel and hospitality to food and entertainment. Compared to benefits offered through loyalty programs with other mobile carriers, T-Mobile offers these perks […]
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In a wireless industry long accustomed to competing on price and coverage maps, T-Mobile has spent the past several years trying to carve out a different competitive angle: a plethora of perks spanning travel and hospitality to food and entertainment. Compared to benefits offered through loyalty programs with other mobile carriers, T-Mobile offers these perks […]
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In a wireless industry long accustomed to competing on price and coverage maps, T-Mobile has spent the past several years trying to carve out a different competitive angle: a plethora of perks spanning travel and hospitality to food and entertainment.
Deadline
Jun 2, 19:16
Everything We Know About Sony Television And Netflix’s ‘The God Of The Woods’ Adaptation So Far
Published July 2, 2024, Liz Moore’s The God of the Woods will be appearing on small screens in television form. Voted Book of the Year by Book of the Month subscribers and subtly endorsed by Taylor Swift when she listened to the audiobook format in Disney+’s six-part docuseries The End of an Era, the literary […]
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Published July 2, 2024, Liz Moore’s The God of the Woods will be appearing on small screens in television form. Voted Book of the Year by Book of the Month subscribers and subtly endorsed by Taylor Swift when she listened to the audiobook format in Disney+’s six-part docuseries The End of an Era, the literary […]
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Published July 2, 2024, Liz Moore’s The God of the Woods will be appearing on small screens in television form.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 19:14
Martin Scorsese Teams Up With AI Company, Says Tech Was “Creatively Freeing” for Storyboard Use: AI “Allowed Us to Move Faster”
With his new role as a Black Forest Labs advisor, Scorsese becomes one of the most prolific Hollywood directors who have voiced their support of AI.
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Martin Scorsese Teams Up With AI Company, Says Tech Was “Creatively Freeing” for Storyboard Use: AI “Allowed Us to Move Faster”. With his new role as a Black Forest Labs advisor, Scorsese becomes one of the most prolific Hollywood directors who have voiced their support of AI.
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With his new role as a Black Forest Labs advisor, Scorsese becomes one of the most prolific Hollywood directors who have voiced their support of AI.
Variety
Jun 2, 19:09
‘Stop That Train’ Director Shuts Down Claims That RuPaul Movie Used AI: ‘Every Shot Was Made By Human Hands’
“Stop That Train” director Adam Shankman defended the RuPaul Charles-starring film after social-media chatter over the weekend accusing the filmmakers of relying on generative AI — calling such claims “patently not true.” “Every shot in ‘Stop! That! Train!’ was made by human hands!” Shankman wrote in an Instagram post Tuesday. “There are a sum total of ZERO […]
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‘Stop That Train’ Director Shuts Down Claims That RuPaul Movie Used AI: ‘Every Shot Was Made By Human Hands’. Train!’ was made by human hands!” Shankman wrote in an Instagram post Tuesday. “There are a sum total of ZERO […]
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“Stop That Train” director Adam Shankman defended the RuPaul Charles-starring film after social-media chatter over the weekend accusing the filmmakers of relying on generative AI — calling such claims “patently not true.” “Every shot in ‘Stop!
Deadline
Jun 2, 19:05
‘War Machine’ Sequel In The Works At Netflix After Film Makes List Of Streamers Most Popular Original Movies
Following the massive success of War Machine, Netflix is moving forward with a new installment in the franchise as Patrick Hughes is back to direct the sequel. Hughes will also co-write the pic with James Beaufort. Hughes is on board to produce along with Todd Lieberman through his Hidden Pictures, Range Media Partners’ Rich Cook, […]
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‘War Machine’ Sequel In The Works At Netflix After Film Makes List Of Streamers Most Popular Original Movies. Hughes will also co-write the pic with James Beaufort. Hughes is on board to produce along with Todd Lieberman through his Hidden Pictures, Range Media Partners’ Rich Cook, […]
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Following the massive success of War Machine, Netflix is moving forward with a new installment in the franchise as Patrick Hughes is back to direct the sequel.
Deadline
Jun 2, 19:05
It Starts On The Page: Read ‘Task’ Season 1 Finale Script “A Still Small Voice” With Foreword By Brad Ingelsby
Editor’s note: Deadline’s It Starts on the Page features standout drama series scripts in 2026 Emmy contention. In his follow-up to the HBO limited series Mare of Easttown headlined by Kate Winslet, Brad Ingelsby made his return to the network with Task, a crime drama that lands him in Delco County with another A-lister leading the way. Task […]
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It Starts On The Page: Read ‘Task’ Season 1 Finale Script “A Still Small Voice” With Foreword By Brad Ingelsby. Editor’s note: Deadline’s It Starts on the Page features standout drama series scripts in 2026 Emmy contention.
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Editor’s note: Deadline’s It Starts on the Page features standout drama series scripts in 2026 Emmy contention.
Deadline
Jun 2, 19:01
‘Ponies’ Creators On Season 2 & How They Got Peacock 1970s-Set Spy Series Off The Ground – Crew Call Podcast
“It’s as improbable to get this on the air as it seems,” Ponies co-creator David Iserson says about landing a series order for the 1970s, Moscow-set spy series he co-created with his longtime The Spy Who Dumped Me screenwriting collaborator, Susanna Fogel. Ponies follows two secretaries, Bea (Emila Clarke) and Twila (Haley Lu Richardson) in […]
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“It’s as improbable to get this on the air as it seems,” Ponies co-creator David Iserson says about landing a series order for the 1970s, Moscow-set spy series he co-created with his longtime The Spy Who Dumped Me screenwriting collaborator, Susanna Fogel. Ponies follows two secretaries, Bea (Emila Clarke) and Twila (Haley Lu Richardson) in […]
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“It’s as improbable to get this on the air as it seems,” Ponies co-creator David Iserson says about landing a series order for the 1970s, Moscow-set spy series he co-created with his longtime The Spy Who Dumped Me screenwriting collaborator, Susanna Fogel.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 19:00
Netflix Communications Head Emily Feingold Abruptly Exits
Netflix communications chief and press gatekeeper Emily Feingold has abruptly exited after nine years with the streaming giant.
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Netflix communications chief and press gatekeeper Emily Feingold has abruptly exited after nine years with the streaming giant. Feingold joined Netflix in 2017 as part of the film leadership team as Netflix rapidly expanded its original film programming.
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The executive had been with the company since 2017 and rose as the company grew into original programming.
Variety
Jun 2, 19:00
Fox Sets Summer Premiere Dates for ‘Kitchen Nightmares,’ ‘Beat Shazam’ and More
Fox has announced additional premiere dates for its summer 2026 programming slate. The 10th season of Gordon Ramsay’s “Kitchen Nightmares” will kick off with a two-hour premiere on July 21 at 8 p.m. The new season will find the celebrity chef and restaurateur revamping struggling restaurants in the Midwest. He tries to reason with restaurant […]
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Fox Sets Summer Premiere Dates for ‘Kitchen Nightmares,’ ‘Beat Shazam’ and More. The 10th season of Gordon Ramsay’s “Kitchen Nightmares” will kick off with a two-hour premiere on July 21 at 8 p.m. The new season will find the celebrity chef and restaurateur revamping struggling restaurants in the Midwest.
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Fox has announced additional premiere dates for its summer 2026 programming slate.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 18:56
‘Queer Eye’ Star Karamo Brown Opens Up About Skipping Press Appearances for Final Season, Relapsing During Netflix Show
The mental health expert on the reality TV series also confirms reports that surfaced earlier this year of his mom overhearing his co-stars in the Fab Five badmouthing him.
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‘Queer Eye’ Star Karamo Brown Opens Up About Skipping Press Appearances for Final Season, Relapsing During Netflix Show. The mental health expert on the reality TV series also confirms reports that surfaced earlier this year of his mom overhearing his co-stars in the Fab Five badmouthing him.
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The mental health expert on the reality TV series also confirms reports that surfaced earlier this year of his mom overhearing his co-stars in the Fab Five badmouthing him.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 18:55
Rob Corddry Dives Into That ‘Audacity’ Finale Shocker and What It Says About Silicon Valley: “No Escape for Any of Us”
The actor behind Tom Ruffage talks the human carnage that trails the tech industry’s “visionaries” and how the AMC series kills the viewer in its final episode of season one.
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Rob Corddry Dives Into That ‘Audacity’ Finale Shocker and What It Says About Silicon Valley: “No Escape for Any of Us”. The actor behind Tom Ruffage talks the human carnage that trails the tech industry’s “visionaries” and how the AMC series kills the viewer in its final episode of season one.
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The actor behind Tom Ruffage talks the human carnage that trails the tech industry’s “visionaries” and how the AMC series kills the viewer in its final episode of season one.
Deadline
Jun 2, 18:54
Jada Pinkett Smith Signs With Independent Artist Group
EXCLUSIVE: Award-winning actress, writer, producer, and director Jada Pinkett Smith has signed with Independent Artist Group across the board. She joins a slew of fellow powerhouse women on IAG’s roster, including Taraji P. Henson, Regina Hall, Lindsay Lohan, Sharon Stone, and Mary J Blige. Pinkett Smith is set to star next in the upcoming sequel Girls Trip […]
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Jada Pinkett Smith Signs With Independent Artist Group. She joins a slew of fellow powerhouse women on IAG’s roster, including Taraji P. Pinkett Smith is set to star next in the upcoming sequel Girls Trip […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Award-winning actress, writer, producer, and director Jada Pinkett Smith has signed with Independent Artist Group across the board.
Deadline
Jun 2, 18:44
‘And Justice for All’ TV Series Adaptation Of Al Pacino Movie In Works At Netflix
EXCLUSIVE: With The Lincoln Lawyer coming to an end, Netflix is on the lookout for a potential successor in the legal drama space. One of the hopefuls is And Justice For All, a series based on the 1979 movie starring Al Pacino, Deadline has learned. The project, now in the works at the streamer, comes […]
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‘And Justice for All’ TV Series Adaptation Of Al Pacino Movie In Works At Netflix. One of the hopefuls is And Justice For All, a series based on the 1979 movie starring Al Pacino, Deadline has learned. The project, now in the works at the streamer, comes […]
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EXCLUSIVE: With The Lincoln Lawyer coming to an end, Netflix is on the lookout for a potential successor in the legal drama space.
Deadline
Jun 2, 18:38
Patrick Ball Talks ‘The Pitt’ Season 3 Prep, Being Moved By Fan Reactions And His Own Experience With Recovery From Addiction
It has barely been a year and a half since The Pitt first premiered on HBO Max, but for formerly-struggling theater actor Patrick Ball, who plays senior resident Dr. Frank Langdon on the medical drama, the world has shifted on its axis. “It feels like I’ve all of a sudden stepped into somebody else’s life,” […]
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Patrick Ball Talks ‘The Pitt’ Season 3 Prep, Being Moved By Fan Reactions And His Own Experience With Recovery From Addiction. Frank Langdon on the medical drama, the world has shifted on its axis. “It feels like I’ve all of a sudden stepped into somebody else’s life,” […]
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It has barely been a year and a half since The Pitt first premiered on HBO Max, but for formerly-struggling theater actor Patrick Ball, who plays senior resident Dr.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 18:29
‘Masters of the Universe’: What Critics Are Saying About the He-Man Movie Starring Nicholas Galitzine and Jared Leto
The film, a live-action adaptation of the Mattel franchise from director Travis Knight, lands in theaters Friday.
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‘Masters of the Universe’: What Critics Are Saying About the He-Man Movie Starring Nicholas Galitzine and Jared Leto. The film, a live-action adaptation of the Mattel franchise from director Travis Knight, lands in theaters Friday.
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The film, a live-action adaptation of the Mattel franchise from director Travis Knight, lands in theaters Friday.
Deadline
Jun 2, 18:24
Netflix VP Of Comms Emily Feingold Departing Streamer
Emily Feingold, who has been at Netflix since 2017, most recently as VP of Communications, is departing the streamer. “Emily has been a dedicated member of the Netflix team for eight years, making meaningful contributions throughout her tenure. We’re deeply grateful for all she has done for our team and for the company, and we […]
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Netflix VP Of Comms Emily Feingold Departing Streamer. “Emily has been a dedicated member of the Netflix team for eight years, making meaningful contributions throughout her tenure. We’re deeply grateful for all she has done for our team and for the company, and we […]
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Emily Feingold, who has been at Netflix since 2017, most recently as VP of Communications, is departing the streamer.
Deadline
Jun 2, 18:18
Michelle Obama Talks Art Of The “Swerve”; Mindful “Third Act” In Live SXSW London IMO Edition: “This Is Probably The Last Chapter In My Career”
Former First Lady Michelle Obama and older brother Craig Robinson hit SXSW London on Tuesday for a live edition of their IMO podcast series at the Truman Brewery venue on the city’s iconic Brick Lane. Some 700 people filled the makeshift studio in a vast former out-shed, giving them an enthusiastic welcome. It marked a […]
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Former First Lady Michelle Obama and older brother Craig Robinson hit SXSW London on Tuesday for a live edition of their IMO podcast series at the Truman Brewery venue on the city’s iconic Brick Lane. Some 700 people filled the makeshift studio in a vast former out-shed, giving them an enthusiastic welcome. It marked a […]
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Former First Lady Michelle Obama and older brother Craig Robinson hit SXSW London on Tuesday for a live edition of their IMO podcast series at the Truman Brewery venue on the city’s iconic Brick Lane.
Deadline
Jun 2, 18:11
‘The Night Manager’ Team On Challenges Of Reviving A Series They Didn’t Plan To Continue: “We’d Already Ended The Story”
Of all the things Tom Hiddleston remembers about the 2016 release of The Night Manager, a moment with Joe Biden immediately comes to mind. The actor, who played Jonathan Pine in the original BBC One/AMC production and its subsequent season on Prime Video, remembers how the 46th president approached him at the White House Correspondents’ […]
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‘The Night Manager’ Team On Challenges Of Reviving A Series They Didn’t Plan To Continue: “We’d Already Ended The Story”. Of all the things Tom Hiddleston remembers about the 2016 release of The Night Manager, a moment with Joe Biden immediately comes to mind.
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Of all the things Tom Hiddleston remembers about the 2016 release of The Night Manager, a moment with Joe Biden immediately comes to mind.
Variety
Jun 2, 18:03
Netflix’s Emily Feingold Out as Comms Chief After 9 Years
Emily Feingold, Netflix’s longtime communications chief, is exiting the streaming giant after nine years. Feingold was hired as communications director in 2017 and was promoted to VP of Communications. It’s unclear why the well-respected Feingold is leaving Netflix, a company whose profile she helped raise and whose reputation she protected fiercely. More to come…
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Netflix’s Emily Feingold Out as Comms Chief After 9 Years. Feingold was hired as communications director in 2017 and was promoted to VP of Communications. It’s unclear why the well-respected Feingold is leaving Netflix, a company whose profile she helped raise and whose reputation she protected fiercely.
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Emily Feingold, Netflix’s longtime communications chief, is exiting the streaming giant after nine years.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 17:59
‘Summer House’ Season 10 Reunion Continues: How to Watch the First Two Parts Online
Andy Cohen calls the three-part cast gathering "one of the most emotional" Bravo reunions they've ever shot.
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‘Summer House’ Season 10 Reunion Continues: How to Watch the First Two Parts Online. Andy Cohen calls the three-part cast gathering "one of the most emotional" Bravo reunions they've ever shot.
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Andy Cohen calls the three-part cast gathering "one of the most emotional" Bravo reunions they've ever shot.
Variety
Jun 2, 17:48
Paul McCartney’s ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane’ Gets Exclusive White Vinyl Release
Paul McCartney’s latest trip down memory lane is getting a collector-friendly vinyl release. “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” the Beatles legend’s new solo album, is available to order on Amazon following its May 29 release. The exclusive edition is pressed on white vinyl and includes a 12-page lyric booklet and embossed cover artwork. The release […]
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Paul McCartney’s ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane’ Gets Exclusive White Vinyl Release. “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” the Beatles legend’s new solo album, is available to order on Amazon following its May 29 release. The exclusive edition is pressed on white vinyl and includes a 12-page lyric booklet and embossed cover artwork.
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Paul McCartney’s latest trip down memory lane is getting a collector-friendly vinyl release.
Deadline
Jun 2, 17:23
Ernest Chambers Dies: ‘Smothers Brothers’ Writer-Producer & 11-Time Emmy Nominee Was 97
Ernest Chambers, a prolific TV writer-producer whose 60-year career working on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, My Three Sons, The Dyke Van Dyke Show and dozens on specials and variety shows landed him 11 Emmy nominations, has died. He was 97. A family representative told Deadline that Chambers died May 30 in Los Angeles after […]
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Ernest Chambers Dies: ‘Smothers Brothers’ Writer-Producer & 11-Time Emmy Nominee Was 97. Ernest Chambers, a prolific TV writer-producer whose 60-year career working on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, My Three Sons, The Dyke Van Dyke Show and dozens on specials and variety shows landed him 11 Emmy nominations, has died.
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A family representative told Deadline that Chambers died May 30 in Los Angeles after […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 17:16
Disney’s ‘Toast to TV’: THR Studio with Chase Infiniti, Sarah Pidgeon, Ryan Reynolds, Lily James, Sterling K. Brown and More Stars
Other stars who stopped by the THR Studio at Disney's 'Toast to TV' event include Shailene Woodley, Rob Mac, Ann Dowd, Thomas Doherty, Derek Hough and Quinta Brunson.
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William Stanford Davis, Tyler James Williams, Quinta Brunson and Chris Perfetti Grace Gummer, Paul Anthony Kelly, Constance Zimmer and Sarah Pidgeon Grace Gummer, Paul Anthony Kelly, Sarah Pidgeon and Constance Zimmer
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Other stars who stopped by the THR Studio at Disney's 'Toast to TV' event include Shailene Woodley, Rob Mac, Ann Dowd, Thomas Doherty, Derek Hough and Quinta Brunson.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 17:15
After Near-Perfect Test Scores, David Corenswet’s ‘Mr. Irrelevant’ Becomes Very Relevant to Paramount (Exclusive)
Sports dramas have been benched at the multiplex for years. But the feature has landed a coveted holiday release after earning a rare perfect 100 score in test screenings among women over 35 and a 92 score overall. Are audiences ready for a sports movie comeback?
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After Near-Perfect Test Scores, David Corenswet’s ‘Mr. Irrelevant’ Becomes Very Relevant to Paramount (Exclusive). But the feature has landed a coveted holiday release after earning a rare perfect 100 score in test screenings among women over 35 and a 92 score overall.
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Sports dramas have been benched at the multiplex for years.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 17:13
Nearly Half of Streaming Users Subscribe to Ad-Supported Plans, Study Says
Data firm Antenna also says a majority of new subscribers are opting for ad tiers.
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Nearly Half of Streaming Users Subscribe to Ad-Supported Plans, Study Says. Data firm Antenna also says a majority of new subscribers are opting for ad tiers.
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Data firm Antenna also says a majority of new subscribers are opting for ad tiers.
Deadline
Jun 2, 17:11
Donald Trump Signs AI Executive Order That Includes Voluntary Framework And Review Period For New Models
Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday that calls for the creation of a voluntary framework in which AI companies would provide the government with access to new models for a 30 day review period before their release. The order signaled a move toward more oversight of AI, in an administration that has generally […]
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The order signaled a move toward more oversight of AI, in an administration that has generally […]
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Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday that calls for the creation of a voluntary framework in which AI companies would provide the government with access to new models for a 30 day review period before their release.
Deadline
Jun 2, 17:08
‘Jimpa,’ ‘Maspalomas’ Slated For Kashish Pride Film Festival In Mumbai, South Asia’s Biggest LGBTQ+ Festival
EXCLUSIVE: The Olivia Colman-John Lithgow starring Jimpa and Goya Award-winning Maspalomas are set to headline Kashish Pride Film Festival, South Asia’s largest LGBTQ+ film festival that’s about to get underway in Mumbai, India. In Jimpa, the drama directed by Sophie Hyde, Lithgow plays the titular character, a gay senior living in Amsterdam who is visited […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The Olivia Colman-John Lithgow starring Jimpa and Goya Award-winning Maspalomas are set to headline Kashish Pride Film Festival, South Asia’s largest LGBTQ+ film festival that’s about to get underway in Mumbai, India. In Jimpa, the drama directed by Sophie Hyde, Lithgow plays the titular character, a gay senior living in Amsterdam who is visited […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The Olivia Colman-John Lithgow starring Jimpa and Goya Award-winning Maspalomas are set to headline Kashish Pride Film Festival, South Asia’s largest LGBTQ+ film festival that’s about to get underway in Mumbai, India.
Deadline
Jun 2, 17:07
Anthony Russo Says No More ‘Avenger’ Films On Cards: ‘Right Now, The Narrative Vision Is Just For ‘Secret Wars'” – Reality TV Summit UK
Joe and Anthony Russo hit the Deadline Studios at SXSW London on Tuesday in the company of Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars collaborator Donald Mustard. The trio confirmed they are currently in the throes of post-production on Avengers: Doomsday and pre-production on Avengers: Secret Wars ahead of respective planned releases in December 2026 and […]
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Anthony Russo Says No More ‘Avenger’ Films On Cards: ‘Right Now, The Narrative Vision Is Just For ‘Secret Wars'” – Reality TV Summit UK. Joe and Anthony Russo hit the Deadline Studios at SXSW London on Tuesday in the company of Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars collaborator Donald Mustard.
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Joe and Anthony Russo hit the Deadline Studios at SXSW London on Tuesday in the company of Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars collaborator Donald Mustard.
Variety
Jun 2, 17:00
Will.i.am, Pitbull, Slash and More Join ‘Mi Familia: Sen Dog and the American Dream’ Doc About Cypress Hill’s Senen Reyes (EXCLUSIVE)
Production is underway on the new documentary “Mi Familia: Sen Dog and the American Dream,” which chronicles the life and career of Cypress Hill co-founder, Senen “Sen Dog” Reyes. According to an official logline, “Mi Famillia” recounts “Sen’s untold American Dream story, from his family’s humble origins in Cuba to the gangland streets of South […]
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Production is underway on the new documentary “Mi Familia: Sen Dog and the American Dream,” which chronicles the life and career of Cypress Hill co-founder, Senen “Sen Dog” Reyes. According to an official logline, “Mi Famillia” recounts “Sen’s untold American Dream story, from his family’s humble origins in Cuba to the gangland streets of South […]
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Production is underway on the new documentary “Mi Familia: Sen Dog and the American Dream,” which chronicles the life and career of Cypress Hill co-founder, Senen “Sen Dog” Reyes.
Variety
Jun 2, 17:00
Dewayne Perkins Ensemble Comedy in Development at Hulu (EXCLUSIVE)
An untitled ensemble comedy from comedian and actor Dewayne Perkins is in development at Hulu. The project follows a group of friends in their 30s who decide to date by jury, meaning all of their relationship choices are determined by a group vote. Led by the “chaotically gay Denny” and “just trying his best straight […]
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Dewayne Perkins Ensemble Comedy in Development at Hulu (EXCLUSIVE). The project follows a group of friends in their 30s who decide to date by jury, meaning all of their relationship choices are determined by a group vote. Led by the “chaotically gay Denny” and “just trying his best straight […]
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An untitled ensemble comedy from comedian and actor Dewayne Perkins is in development at Hulu.
Deadline
Jun 2, 17:00
Rachelle Lefevre & Charlotte Sullivan Join ‘Little House On The Prairie’ Season 2 At Netflix
EXCLUSIVE: Ahead of the July 9 premiere of Netflix’s Little House on the Prairie reboot, Rachelle Lefevre (North by North) and Charlotte Sullivan (Law & Order: Organized Crime) have inked deals for series regular roles in Season 2. Lefevre will play Eva Beadle, the town schoolteacher that Mary (Skywalker Hughes) and Laura Ingalls (Alice Halsey) immediately adore. […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Ahead of the July 9 premiere of Netflix’s Little House on the Prairie reboot, Rachelle Lefevre (North by North) and Charlotte Sullivan (Law & Order: Organized Crime) have inked deals for series regular roles in Season 2. Lefevre will play Eva Beadle, the town schoolteacher that Mary (Skywalker Hughes) and Laura Ingalls (Alice Halsey) immediately adore.
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EXCLUSIVE: Ahead of the July 9 premiere of Netflix’s Little House on the Prairie reboot, Rachelle Lefevre (North by North) and Charlotte Sullivan (Law & Order: Organized Crime) have inked deals for series regular roles in Season 2.
Deadline
Jun 2, 17:00
Meredith Lavender & Marcie Ulin Ink First-Look Deal With MGM Television; ‘My Mom’s Murder’ At Hulu Among First Projects
EXCLUSIVE: Former The Flight Attendant & Nashville executive producers Meredith Lavender and Marcie Ulin have signed a first-look deal with MGM Television. Under the deal, Lavender and Ulin will develop and produce new television series projects for the studio. Lavender and Ulin are currently consulting producers on Amazon and Temple Hill’s upcoming series Rose Hill and recently […]
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Meredith Lavender & Marcie Ulin Ink First-Look Deal With MGM Television; ‘My Mom’s Murder’ At Hulu Among First Projects. Under the deal, Lavender and Ulin will develop and produce new television series projects for the studio. Lavender and Ulin are currently consulting producers on Amazon and Temple Hill’s upcoming series Rose Hill and recently […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Former The Flight Attendant & Nashville executive producers Meredith Lavender and Marcie Ulin have signed a first-look deal with MGM Television.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:57
‘The Audacity’ Cast Talks Tech and the Silicon Valley-Set Series’ Relevance: It’s ‘The Industry of the World Right Now’
Billy Magnussen, Simon Helberg and more stars from AMC’s “The Audacity” convened for Variety‘s Behind the Show presented by AMC to discuss what drew them to the dark comedy and its extreme relevance today. Magnussen stars as Duncan Park, an “audacious data-mining CEO,” and explains that he was eager to join “The Audacity” in part […]
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Billy Magnussen, Simon Helberg and more stars from AMC’s “The Audacity” convened for Variety‘s Behind the Show presented by AMC to discuss what drew them to the dark comedy and its extreme relevance today. Magnussen stars as Duncan Park, an “audacious data-mining CEO,” and explains that he was eager to join “The Audacity” in part […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 16:46
Ernest Chambers, ‘Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour’ Showrunner, Dies at 97
The 11-time Emmy nominee teamed with Saul Ilson on other variety programs hosted by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Leslie Ugghams, Bobby Darin and Tony Orlando & Dawn.
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The 11-time Emmy nominee teamed with Saul Ilson on other variety programs hosted by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Leslie Ugghams, Bobby Darin and Tony Orlando & Dawn.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 16:44
‘Dune’ Oscar Winner Talks Pushing Back on AI and the One Mode of Time Travel He Knows
At SXSW London, Canadian production designer Patrice Vermette took the audience inside his process, talking about “method designing" and "scientific jam sessions."
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‘Dune’ Oscar Winner Talks Pushing Back on AI and the One Mode of Time Travel He Knows. At SXSW London, Canadian production designer Patrice Vermette took the audience inside his process, talking about “method designing" and "scientific jam sessions."
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At SXSW London, Canadian production designer Patrice Vermette took the audience inside his process, talking about “method designing" and "scientific jam sessions."
Deadline
Jun 2, 16:42
‘Backrooms’ Charts Best Monday Ever For R-Rated Horror Pic In June With $7.6M+ – Box Office
Moviegoers continued to submerge themselves into the Backrooms on Monday shelling out $7.669M. That’s the best Monday ever for a R-rated horror movie in June, outstripping the $4.3M made by New Line’s The Conjuring 2 on June 13, 2016. As we told you, Backrooms for the 3 Arts repped Kane Parsons, charted the best opening […]
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‘Backrooms’ Charts Best Monday Ever For R-Rated Horror Pic In June With $7.6M+ – Box Office. That’s the best Monday ever for a R-rated horror movie in June, outstripping the $4.3M made by New Line’s The Conjuring 2 on June 13, 2016. As we told you, Backrooms for the 3 Arts repped Kane Parsons, charted the best opening […]
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Moviegoers continued to submerge themselves into the Backrooms on Monday shelling out $7.669M.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:42
Coverage of Last Year’s Devastating Fires, and the Aftermath, Dominate L.A. Area Emmy Nominations — as PBS SoCal, ABC7, KMEX Lead Tally
PBS SoCal, KABC/ABC7 and KMEX led the tally on Tuesday as the TV Academy announced nominations for the 78th annual L.A. Area Emmy Awards. The annual ceremony will take place on Saturday, July 25, at the Skirball Cultural Center. As for this year’s nominee totals, PBS SoCal landed 29 nominations; KABC/ABC7 received 21, Univision outlet […]
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Coverage of Last Year’s Devastating Fires, and the Aftermath, Dominate L.A. Area Emmy Awards. As for this year’s nominee totals, PBS SoCal landed 29 nominations; KABC/ABC7 received 21, Univision outlet […]
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PBS SoCal, KABC/ABC7 and KMEX led the tally on Tuesday as the TV Academy announced nominations for the 78th annual L.A.
Deadline
Jun 2, 16:41
‘All The Queen’s Men’ Drops Trailer & Photos For Fifth & Final Season
Paramount+ has dropped the first trailer and first-look photos for BET’s All The Queen’s Men‘s fifth and final season, premiering June 10. Season 5 will premiere with the first two episodes, which will be followed by individual episodes weekly until the series finale on July 22. Season 5 of All the Queen’s Men is a season of […]
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‘All The Queen’s Men’ Drops Trailer & Photos For Fifth & Final Season. Paramount+ has dropped the first trailer and first-look photos for BET’s All The Queen’s Men‘s fifth and final season, premiering June 10. Season 5 will premiere with the first two episodes, which will be followed by individual episodes weekly until the series finale on July 22.
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Season 5 of All the Queen’s Men is a season of […]
Variety
Jun 2, 16:38
‘Heated Rivalry’ Sets Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Release
“Heated Rivalry” fans, rejoice! A collector’s Blu-ray edition of the show’s first season was announced Tuesday morning. The physical release won’t ship out until April of 2027 but is already available to pre-order online. The upcoming releases include Blu-ray, DVD and 4K editions, all advertised as special collector’s editions although there are no details yet […]
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‘Heated Rivalry’ Sets Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Release. “Heated Rivalry” fans, rejoice! The upcoming releases include Blu-ray, DVD and 4K editions, all advertised as special collector’s editions although there are no details yet […]
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A collector’s Blu-ray edition of the show’s first season was announced Tuesday morning.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:35
Russo Brothers Reveal Robert Downey Jr.’s ‘Doomsday’ Costume Is Favorite from MCU, ‘Delivering on the Most Awesome Things’ About Doctor Doom
With almost half a year to go until its release, the Russo Brothers tried their best not to say too much about “Avengers: Doomsday” during a packed-out talk at SXSW London, but ended up discussing the hotly-anticipated Marvel title — not out until December — rather a lot. Speaking on stage alongside “Fortnite” co-creator Donald […]
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Speaking on stage alongside “Fortnite” co-creator Donald […]
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With almost half a year to go until its release, the Russo Brothers tried their best not to say too much about “Avengers: Doomsday” during a packed-out talk at SXSW London, but ended up discussing the hotly-anticipated Marvel title — not out until December — rather a lot.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:30
Jason Bateman on Playing ‘Widely Different’ Characters in ‘Black Rabbit’ and ‘DTF St. Louis,’ and How Netflix Saved ‘Arrested Development’
From playing a “super meek” weatherman in “DTF St. Louis” to his dark turn as a man battling substance abuse in “Black Rabbit,” no two roles Jason Bateman takes on are ever the same. “It was really fortunate to be able to play two wildly different characters in the same year, and they both turned […]
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Jason Bateman on Playing ‘Widely Different’ Characters in ‘Black Rabbit’ and ‘DTF St. Louis,’ and How Netflix Saved ‘Arrested Development’. Louis” to his dark turn as a man battling substance abuse in “Black Rabbit,” no two roles Jason Bateman takes on are ever the same.
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“It was really fortunate to be able to play two wildly different characters in the same year, and they both turned […]
Variety
Jun 2, 16:30
Katherine LaNasa to Receive Variety Virtuoso Award at Bentonville Film Festival
Variety will present Katherine LaNasa with the Variety Virtuoso Award at the Bentonville Film Festival on Saturday, June 20. The award will be for her career achievements across film and television, most recently starring in the hit HBO Max series “The Pitt,” for which she won the Emmy and Critics Choice Award for Outstanding Supporting […]
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Variety will present Katherine LaNasa with the Variety Virtuoso Award at the Bentonville Film Festival on Saturday, June 20. The award will be for her career achievements across film and television, most recently starring in the hit HBO Max series “The Pitt,” for which she won the Emmy and Critics Choice Award for Outstanding Supporting […]
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Variety will present Katherine LaNasa with the Variety Virtuoso Award at the Bentonville Film Festival on Saturday, June 20.
Deadline
Jun 2, 16:30
Blake Crouch & Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry Sign With CAA
EXCLUSIVE: Dark Matter author and series creator Blake Crouch and writer-producer Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry have signed with CAA for representation. In addition to Dark Matter, Crouch is the author of numerous novels, including Recursion and Upgrade, all New York Times bestsellers. His books have been translated into more than 40 languages, and his short fiction has […]
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Blake Crouch & Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry Sign With CAA. In addition to Dark Matter, Crouch is the author of numerous novels, including Recursion and Upgrade, all New York Times bestsellers. His books have been translated into more than 40 languages, and his short fiction has […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Dark Matter author and series creator Blake Crouch and writer-producer Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry have signed with CAA for representation.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:30
Jason Bateman Talks ‘Black Rabbit’ and How Netflix Saved ‘Arrested Development’
In “Black Rabbit,” which is currently streaming on Netflix, Jason Bateman and Jude Law play Brooklyn-born brothers who reunite and get in business together. However, the two soon spiral into destructive patterns as they contend with their estrangement. To date, the show has earned nominations at the Golden Globes, Producers Guild, Writers Guild and Screen […]
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Jason Bateman Talks ‘Black Rabbit’ and How Netflix Saved ‘Arrested Development’. However, the two soon spiral into destructive patterns as they contend with their estrangement. To date, the show has earned nominations at the Golden Globes, Producers Guild, Writers Guild and Screen […]
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In “Black Rabbit,” which is currently streaming on Netflix, Jason Bateman and Jude Law play Brooklyn-born brothers who reunite and get in business together.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:28
Amazon Moves Prime Day to June: What to Know About the (Now Earlier) Annual Shopping Event
Amazon Prime Day is back, and the retailer is bringing its annual shopping day to the masses earlier than ever this year. Amazon has announced that Prime Day 2026 will take place from June 23 to 26, 2006. That breaks with tradition, as Prime Day has typically been held in July as a counter to […]
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Amazon Moves Prime Day to June: What to Know About the (Now Earlier) Annual Shopping Event. Amazon has announced that Prime Day 2026 will take place from June 23 to 26, 2006. That breaks with tradition, as Prime Day has typically been held in July as a counter to […]
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Amazon Prime Day is back, and the retailer is bringing its annual shopping day to the masses earlier than ever this year.
Deadline
Jun 2, 16:25
Philip Ettinger & William Catlett Star In ‘A Land Remembered’ $25M Series Based On Book Independently Produced With Florida Backing
Filming is underway in Florida on A Land Remembered, a TV series adaptation of the best-selling historical novel by Patrick D. Smith. Philip Ettinger (First Reformed, Bupkis), Lily McInerny (Hulu’s Tell Me Lies, Palm Trees and Power Lines) and William Catlett (A Thousand and One, Abigail) star in the $25M production, written and directed by […]
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Philip Ettinger & William Catlett Star In ‘A Land Remembered’ $25M Series Based On Book Independently Produced With Florida Backing. Filming is underway in Florida on A Land Remembered, a TV series adaptation of the best-selling historical novel by Patrick D.
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Filming is underway in Florida on A Land Remembered, a TV series adaptation of the best-selling historical novel by Patrick D.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:25
White House Correspondents Association Plans New Dinner for July 24 With Heightened Security
The White House Correspondents Association plans to make a new attempt to hold its annual awards dinner after the first was interrupted by a potential assassination attempt against President Donald Trump. Weijia Jiang, president of the organization, said in a letter to members Tuesday that a rescheduled event will be slated for Friday, July 24. […]
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The White House Correspondents Association plans to make a new attempt to hold its annual awards dinner after the first was interrupted by a potential assassination attempt against President Donald Trump. Weijia Jiang, president of the organization, said in a letter to members Tuesday that a rescheduled event will be slated for Friday, July 24.
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The White House Correspondents Association plans to make a new attempt to hold its annual awards dinner after the first was interrupted by a potential assassination attempt against President Donald Trump.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:23
Indian Master Ritwik Ghatak Gets London Retrospective, 4K Restorations
India’s National Film Development Corporation – National Film Archive of India has completed 4K restorations of the entire feature filmography of auteur Ritwik Ghatak and will present them at a month-long retrospective at BFI Southbank in London running through June, marking the centenary of the director’s birth. The season, titled “Revolutionary Cinema: The Passion of […]
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The season, titled “Revolutionary Cinema: The Passion of […]
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India’s National Film Development Corporation – National Film Archive of India has completed 4K restorations of the entire feature filmography of auteur Ritwik Ghatak and will present them at a month-long retrospective at BFI Southbank in London running through June, marking the centenary of the director’s birth.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 16:17
White House Correspondents’ Dinner Redo Set for Next Month With “Significantly Enhanced” Security
April's dinner was ended early after a shooter entered the Washington Hilton.
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White House Correspondents’ Dinner Redo Set for Next Month With “Significantly Enhanced” Security. April's dinner was ended early after a shooter entered the Washington Hilton.
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April's dinner was ended early after a shooter entered the Washington Hilton.
Deadline
Jun 2, 16:12
White House Correspondents’ Association Reschedules Dinner, Says New Event Will Feature “Enhanced Safety Measures”
The White House Correspondents’ Association is rescheduling its annual dinner for July 24, in what will be a more intimate event with “enhanced safety measures.” The event was post postponed following the shooting at the April fete, in which a gunman was charged with trying to assassinate President Donald Trump. WHCA President Weijia Jiang wrote […]
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The White House Correspondents’ Association is rescheduling its annual dinner for July 24, in what will be a more intimate event with “enhanced safety measures.” The event was post postponed following the shooting at the April fete, in which a gunman was charged with trying to assassinate President Donald Trump.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:10
‘Songs of U.S.’ Video Series to Feature Grace Potter, Amy Grant, Mickey Guyton, Linda Perry and Other Artists Celebrating the American Songbook for Nation’s 250th Birthday (EXCLUSIVE)
“Songs of U.S.,” a video series devoted to exploring the American songbook on the nation’s 250th birthday, will feature artists such as Amy Grant, Linda Perry, Grace Potter, Mickey Guyton, Samara Joy and Old Crow Medicine Show in both song and conversation about what these American tunes have meant to the country. Other participants in […]
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“Songs of U.S.,” a video series devoted to exploring the American songbook on the nation’s 250th birthday, will feature artists such as Amy Grant, Linda Perry, Grace Potter, Mickey Guyton, Samara Joy and Old Crow Medicine Show in both song and conversation about what these American tunes have meant to the country.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:03
‘A. Rimbaud’ Review: Patrick Wang Returns With the Best Three-Hour, One-Man Biopic You’ll See This Year
Six decades ago, David Lean ventured to the sprawling sandstone mountains of Wadi Rum to film the world’s most interesting canvas: the human face. This credo is not dissimilar from that of Winnipeg-shot “A. Rimbaud,” the latest micro-budget feature from American indie virtuoso Patrick Wang (“A Bread Factory”), whose contained, stripped-bare, three-hour biopic of French […]
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Rimbaud’ Review: Patrick Wang Returns With the Best Three-Hour, One-Man Biopic You’ll See This Year. This credo is not dissimilar from that of Winnipeg-shot “A. Rimbaud,” the latest micro-budget feature from American indie virtuoso Patrick Wang (“A Bread Factory”), whose contained, stripped-bare, three-hour biopic of French […]
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Six decades ago, David Lean ventured to the sprawling sandstone mountains of Wadi Rum to film the world’s most interesting canvas: the human face.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:00
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Wrestle With the Downsides of Viral Fame in Netflix’s ‘America’s Sweethearts’ Season 3 Trailer: ‘Can’t Listen to the Haters’
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are grappling with the Netflix effect. “This is the first time we are viewing applications because of seeing Netflix’s ‘America Sweethearts,’” longtime DCC senior dire…
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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Wrestle With the Downsides of Viral Fame in Netflix’s ‘America’s Sweethearts’ Season 3 Trailer: ‘Can’t Listen to the Haters’. “This is the first time we are viewing applications because of seeing Netflix’s ‘America Sweethearts,’” longtime DCC senior director, Kelli Finglass, says early in the Season 3 trailer.
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The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are grappling with the Netflix effect.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:00
Alan Cumming and Christopher Meloni-Led Films Among Palm Springs International ShortFest Line-Up
Sophia Meloni’s “Chop Cheese” starring Christopher Meloni and Michael Gandolfini and Michael Bruce’s “Kiloran Bay” starring Alan Cumming are among the short films set to screen at the Palm Springs International ShortFest. ShortFest will return to the Festival Theaters from June 23 through 29. ShortFest will feature a number of live-action films, including the Kaily […]
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Sophia Meloni’s “Chop Cheese” starring Christopher Meloni and Michael Gandolfini and Michael Bruce’s “Kiloran Bay” starring Alan Cumming are among the short films set to screen at the Palm Springs International ShortFest. ShortFest will return to the Festival Theaters from June 23 through 29. ShortFest will feature a number of live-action films, including the Kaily […]
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Sophia Meloni’s “Chop Cheese” starring Christopher Meloni and Michael Gandolfini and Michael Bruce’s “Kiloran Bay” starring Alan Cumming are among the short films set to screen at the Palm Springs International ShortFest.
Variety
Jun 2, 16:00
‘Life Is Strange’ TV Series Casts Billy Barratt, Emily Carey, Esther McGregor, Faly Rakotohavana, Mia Isaac (EXCLUSIVE)
The “Life Is Strange” TV series at Amazon Prime Video has added five new cast members, Variety has learned exclusively. Billy Barratt (“Responsible Child,” “Invasion”), Emily Carey (“House of the Dragon,” “Wonder Woman”), Esther McGregor (“We Were Liars,” “High School”) Faly Rakotohavana (“UnPrisoned,” “Secret Society of Second-Born Royals”), and Mia Isaac (“The Perfect Couple,” “Don’t […]
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‘Life Is Strange’ TV Series Casts Billy Barratt, Emily Carey, Esther McGregor, Faly Rakotohavana, Mia Isaac (EXCLUSIVE). The “Life Is Strange” TV series at Amazon Prime Video has added five new cast members, Variety has learned exclusively.
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The “Life Is Strange” TV series at Amazon Prime Video has added five new cast members, Variety has learned exclusively.
Deadline
Jun 2, 16:00
Michael Sarnoski Boards HBO’s ‘The Chain’ As Pilot Director & Executive Producer
EXCLUSIVE: Michael Sarnoski, the filmmaker behind titles like Pig and A Quiet Place: Day One, is set to direct the pilot of The Chain for HBO and will also serve as executive producer of the buzzy limited series, based on the New York Times bestseller by Adrian McKinty. Sarnoski reunites with Jodie Comer, who’s set to star, following the duo’s work […]
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Sarnoski reunites with Jodie Comer, who’s set to star, following the duo’s work […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Michael Sarnoski, the filmmaker behind titles like Pig and A Quiet Place: Day One, is set to direct the pilot of The Chain for HBO and will also serve as executive producer of the buzzy limited series, based on the New York Times bestseller by Adrian McKinty.
Deadline
Jun 2, 16:00
‘Sara Bareilles: Good Grief’ Documentary Gains Trio Of High-Powered E.P.s: P!NK, Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach – Tribeca Festival
EXCLUSIVE: Singer-songwriter P!NK (Alecia Moore), author and producer Glennon Doyle, and Olympian, author and soccer star Abby Wambach are joining Sara Bareilles: Good Grief as executive producers ahead of the documentary’s world premiere at Tribeca Festival. The film directed by Josh Alexander documents Grammy winner Bareilles as she’s joined by close friends and fellow musicians […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Singer-songwriter P!NK (Alecia Moore), author and producer Glennon Doyle, and Olympian, author and soccer star Abby Wambach are joining Sara Bareilles: Good Grief as executive producers ahead of the documentary’s world premiere at Tribeca Festival.
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EXCLUSIVE: Singer-songwriter P!NK (Alecia Moore), author and producer Glennon Doyle, and Olympian, author and soccer star Abby Wambach are joining Sara Bareilles: Good Grief as executive producers ahead of the documentary’s world premiere at Tribeca Festival.
Deadline
Jun 2, 16:00
Liz Cohen Joins Keshet Studios As Head Of Scripted
Keshet International has appointed former Amazon MGM Studios development executive Liz Cohen as EVP, Scripted for Keshet Studios, its U.S.-based production arm. In her role, Cohen will oversee the development, packaging and production of Keshet Studios’ scripted projects across broadcast, cable and streaming platforms. Based in Los Angeles, she will lead efforts to identify and […]
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Liz Cohen Joins Keshet Studios As Head Of Scripted. In her role, Cohen will oversee the development, packaging and production of Keshet Studios’ scripted projects across broadcast, cable and streaming platforms. Based in Los Angeles, she will lead efforts to identify and […]
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Keshet International has appointed former Amazon MGM Studios development executive Liz Cohen as EVP, Scripted for Keshet Studios, its U.S.-based production arm.
Deadline
Jun 2, 15:59
Make Management Founder Hannah Satzke Joins 3 Arts
EXCLUSIVE: Following its recent expansion into new areas including sports, news and lifestyle talent, 3 Arts Entertainment has hired Make Management founder Hannah Satzke to broaden its fashion & beauty representation business. Satzke will serve as a Manager and be based in the New York office. Satzke founded Make Management, a digital-first talent management company specializing in fashion, beauty and lifestyle, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Following its recent expansion into new areas including sports, news and lifestyle talent, 3 Arts Entertainment has hired Make Management founder Hannah Satzke to broaden its fashion & beauty representation business. Satzke will serve as a Manager and be based in the New York office. Satzke founded Make Management, a digital-first talent management company specializing in fashion, beauty and lifestyle, […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 15:53
Russo Bros Declare “We’re Back to Phase Zero” With ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and Robert Downey Jr.
"This is starting over from scratch," said Joe Russo at a SXSW London talk on Tuesday. "We want to make sure everybody feels like this isn't leaning on anything from the past."
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Russo Bros Declare “We’re Back to Phase Zero” With ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and Robert Downey Jr.. "This is starting over from scratch," said Joe Russo at a SXSW London talk on Tuesday. "We want to make sure everybody feels like this isn't leaning on anything from the past."
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"This is starting over from scratch," said Joe Russo at a SXSW London talk on Tuesday.
Variety
Jun 2, 15:47
‘Ulya’ Review: A Striking but One-Dimensional Portrait of Basketball Legend Ulyana Semjonova
Recently premiered in the Un Certain Regard section at Cannes, “Ulya” is a biopic of Latvian-born basketball phenomenon Ulyana Semjonova, who played and won many medals and championships for the Soviet Union from the late 1960s until well into the 1980s. Yet her tragedy, as director Viesturs Kairišs’ film presents it, is her height: At […]
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‘Ulya’ Review: A Striking but One-Dimensional Portrait of Basketball Legend Ulyana Semjonova. Recently premiered in the Un Certain Regard section at Cannes, “Ulya” is a biopic of Latvian-born basketball phenomenon Ulyana Semjonova, who played and won many medals and championships for the Soviet Union from the late 1960s until well into the 1980s.
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Yet her tragedy, as director Viesturs Kairišs’ film presents it, is her height: At […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 15:45
How Colin Hanks Made a John Candy Documentary Without the Usual Celebrity Scandal
The director of the Prime Video film explains why he rejected easy drama in favor of a richer look at the man who helped to define a generation of comedy with ‘Home Alone,’ ‘Uncle Buck’ and ‘Cool Runnings.’
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The director of the Prime Video film explains why he rejected easy drama in favor of a richer look at the man who helped to define a generation of comedy with ‘Home Alone,’ ‘Uncle Buck’ and ‘Cool Runnings.’
Variety
Jun 2, 15:41
Permut Presentations Making Movie About ‘Sing Sing’ Star JJ Velazquez and ‘Dateline’ Producer Dan Slepian’s Fight to Overturn Murder Conviction (EXCLUSIVE)
Permut Presentations has acquired the life rights of Jon-Adrian “JJ” Velazquez, who served a nearly 24-year sentence for a murder he did not commit, as well as to NBC News journalist Dan Slepian’s reporting on Velazquez. The company is planning to make a narrative feature about Velazquez’s decades-long relationship with Slepian, who was a senior […]
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Permut Presentations has acquired the life rights of Jon-Adrian “JJ” Velazquez, who served a nearly 24-year sentence for a murder he did not commit, as well as to NBC News journalist Dan Slepian’s reporting on Velazquez. The company is planning to make a narrative feature about Velazquez’s decades-long relationship with Slepian, who was a senior […]
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Permut Presentations has acquired the life rights of Jon-Adrian “JJ” Velazquez, who served a nearly 24-year sentence for a murder he did not commit, as well as to NBC News journalist Dan Slepian’s reporting on Velazquez.
Variety
Jun 2, 15:40
Will Arnett Joins Kristen Stewart in Amazon Series ‘The Challenger’ as NASA Official George Abbey
Will Arnett will star opposite Kristen Stewart in the upcoming Amazon Prime Video limited series about NASA astronaut Sally Ride and the Challenger shuttle disaster. The series was officially picked up at Amazon in March with Stewart attached to play Ride. The show is ispired by Meredith E. Bagby’s book “The New Guys.” The official […]
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Will Arnett Joins Kristen Stewart in Amazon Series ‘The Challenger’ as NASA Official George Abbey. The series was officially picked up at Amazon in March with Stewart attached to play Ride. Bagby’s book “The New Guys.” The official […]
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Will Arnett will star opposite Kristen Stewart in the upcoming Amazon Prime Video limited series about NASA astronaut Sally Ride and the Challenger shuttle disaster.
Deadline
Jun 2, 15:30
Wanda’s ‘Octonauts’ Outfit Vampire Squid Productions Launches New Animated Series ‘Miles & Mu’
EXCLUSIVE: The outfit behind hit kids show Octonauts, Wanda-owned Vampire Squid Productions, is launching sci-fi family comedy animated series, Miles & Mu. According to producers, the original IP, which is launching as a 26 episode x 12 minutes first season, is being produced using AI-assisted 3D animation technology. The synopsis reads: “Set in ‘Maimai City’, […]
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Wanda’s ‘Octonauts’ Outfit Vampire Squid Productions Launches New Animated Series ‘Miles & Mu’. According to producers, the original IP, which is launching as a 26 episode x 12 minutes first season, is being produced using AI-assisted 3D animation technology. The synopsis reads: “Set in ‘Maimai City’, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The outfit behind hit kids show Octonauts, Wanda-owned Vampire Squid Productions, is launching sci-fi family comedy animated series, Miles & Mu.
Variety
Jun 2, 15:30
‘Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat’ Plans Food Truck Pop-Up for Emmy FYC (EXCLUSIVE)
Prime Video’s “Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat” is heading to Westfield Fashion Square this Friday for fans to experience a work outing with the Rockin’ Grandma’s Hot Sauce crew. As one of several “Jury Duty” FYC events taking place over the next week, the “ultimate company retreat” will feature a themed food truck with walking […]
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Prime Video’s “Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat” is heading to Westfield Fashion Square this Friday for fans to experience a work outing with the Rockin’ Grandma’s Hot Sauce crew. As one of several “Jury Duty” FYC events taking place over the next week, the “ultimate company retreat” will feature a themed food truck with walking […]
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Prime Video’s “Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat” is heading to Westfield Fashion Square this Friday for fans to experience a work outing with the Rockin’ Grandma’s Hot Sauce crew.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 15:30
Tina Fey Has Found Her Cozy Place With Netflix Hit ‘The Four Seasons’
After years of reinvention, the '30 Rock' creator has landed somewhere unexpected: a show where grief is funny, characters actually change and the laughs-per-minute benchmark no longer applies.
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After years of reinvention, the '30 Rock' creator has landed somewhere unexpected: a show where grief is funny, characters actually change and the laughs-per-minute benchmark no longer applies.
Deadline
Jun 2, 15:30
Sanaa Lathan Joins Indie Thriller ‘Tilt’ From Sophia Banks
EXCLUSIVE: Sanaa Lathan has inked a deal to join Tilt, a new thriller from director Sophia Banks (Black Site) and Getaway Entertainment that’s now in production in Los Angeles. Lathan joins the previously announced Briana Middleton and Kyle Allen in the cast. Set amid a Los Angeles wildfire, Tilt follows struggling freelance reporter Evie (Middleton) and her cinematographer/cameraman Jake […]
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Sanaa Lathan Joins Indie Thriller ‘Tilt’ From Sophia Banks. Lathan joins the previously announced Briana Middleton and Kyle Allen in the cast. Set amid a Los Angeles wildfire, Tilt follows struggling freelance reporter Evie (Middleton) and her cinematographer/cameraman Jake […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Sanaa Lathan has inked a deal to join Tilt, a new thriller from director Sophia Banks (Black Site) and Getaway Entertainment that’s now in production in Los Angeles.
Deadline
Jun 2, 15:02
‘The Marlow Murder Club’ Renewed For Season 4 At Masterpiece PBS
Masterpiece PBS has renewed The Marlow Murder Club for a fourth season. Season 4 will be based on Robert Thorogood’s novel Murder on the Marlow Belle, along with new original mysteries. Filming is set to begin shortly in Marlow and surrounding areas. Returning cast includes Samantha Bond (Judith Potts), Cara Horgan (Becks Starling), Jo Harris […]
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‘The Marlow Murder Club’ Renewed For Season 4 At Masterpiece PBS. Masterpiece PBS has renewed The Marlow Murder Club for a fourth season. Filming is set to begin shortly in Marlow and surrounding areas.
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Season 4 will be based on Robert Thorogood’s novel Murder on the Marlow Belle, along with new original mysteries.
Deadline
Jun 2, 15:00
Will Arnett Joins Kristen Stewart In ‘The Challenger’ 1980s NASA Limited Series For Prime Video
Will Arnett is set to star opposite Kristen Stewart in Prime Video’s limited series The Challenger. Created by Maggie Cohn and inspired by Meredith E. Bagby’s book The New Guys, the series chronicles the events leading up to the 1986 Challenger disaster, the investigation that followed, and Sally Ride’s groundbreaking journey as the first American […]
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Will Arnett Joins Kristen Stewart In ‘The Challenger’ 1980s NASA Limited Series For Prime Video. Created by Maggie Cohn and inspired by Meredith E. Bagby’s book The New Guys, the series chronicles the events leading up to the 1986 Challenger disaster, the investigation that followed, and Sally Ride’s groundbreaking journey as the first American […]
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Will Arnett is set to star opposite Kristen Stewart in Prime Video’s limited series The Challenger.
Deadline
Jun 2, 15:00
‘Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders’ First Look: Tribeca Documentary Examines Protests Over William Friedkin’s ‘Cruising’ And Its True-Crime Inspiration
EXCLUSIVE: One of the most eagerly anticipated documentaries premiering at Tribeca Festival is set in Tribeca’s backyard. Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders, directed by Jeffrey Schwarz, dials back to the summer of 1979 when William Friedkin was shooting his thriller Cruising, starring Al Pacino as “a cop going undercover to catch a serial killer targeting gay […]
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‘Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders’ First Look: Tribeca Documentary Examines Protests Over William Friedkin’s ‘Cruising’ And Its True-Crime Inspiration. EXCLUSIVE: One of the most eagerly anticipated documentaries premiering at Tribeca Festival is set in Tribeca’s backyard.
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EXCLUSIVE: One of the most eagerly anticipated documentaries premiering at Tribeca Festival is set in Tribeca’s backyard.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 15:00
Will Arnett Joins Kristen Stewart in ‘The Challenger’ Drama at Prime Video
He'll play NASA official George Abbey in the limited series.
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Will Arnett Joins Kristen Stewart in ‘The Challenger’ Drama at Prime Video. He'll play NASA official George Abbey in the limited series.
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He'll play NASA official George Abbey in the limited series.
Deadline
Jun 2, 14:49
Natasha Lyonne Producing Survival Thriller ‘Red Sea’ With Saudi Filmmaker Lina Malaika Directing
EXCLUSIVE: Poker Face and Russian Doll star Natasha Lyonne is set to produce survival thriller Red Sea for Saudi filmmaker Lina Malaika. Heralding from the latter’s NISR Films and Lyonne’s Animal Pictures and Ariadne banners, the film is set against the backdrop of Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea and “follows a group of young friends aboard […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Poker Face and Russian Doll star Natasha Lyonne is set to produce survival thriller Red Sea for Saudi filmmaker Lina Malaika. Heralding from the latter’s NISR Films and Lyonne’s Animal Pictures and Ariadne banners, the film is set against the backdrop of Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea and “follows a group of young friends aboard […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Poker Face and Russian Doll star Natasha Lyonne is set to produce survival thriller Red Sea for Saudi filmmaker Lina Malaika.
Variety
Jun 2, 14:48
Netflix’s U.K. Unscripted Chief Warns of Dangers of Using AI in Reality Shows: ‘It’s Hard Now to Tell What Is Fake and What Is Real’
Syeda Irtizaali, Netflix’s recently appointed U.K. director of unscripted, told an audience at SXSW London on Tuesday she doesn’t want to use AI in unscripted television. Describing Netflix as a “tech-forward company,” she said that she was “very relaxed about people using AI as a tool to bring ideas in,” describing AI as a “really […]
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Unscripted Chief Warns of Dangers of Using AI in Reality Shows: ‘It’s Hard Now to Tell What Is Fake and What Is Real’. Syeda Irtizaali, Netflix’s recently appointed U.K. Describing Netflix as a “tech-forward company,” she said that she was “very relaxed about people using AI as a tool to bring ideas in,” describing AI as a “really […]
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director of unscripted, told an audience at SXSW London on Tuesday she doesn’t want to use AI in unscripted television.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 14:48
Owain Rhys Davies, ‘Twin Peaks’ Revival Actor, Dies at 44
The veteran stage and screen performer played Agent Wilson in David Lynch’s 2017 reboot and also appeared in Netflix’s ‘OA’ and the ‘Alice Through the Looking Glass’ movie.
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The veteran stage and screen performer played Agent Wilson in David Lynch’s 2017 reboot and also appeared in Netflix’s ‘OA’ and the ‘Alice Through the Looking Glass’ movie.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 14:47
MSG Entertainment Is Betting On a Summer Boom for Live Experiences
The owner of Madison Square Garden and Radio City Music Hall is launching a campaign to highlight its lineup of more than 100 shows this summer, the most in MSG's nearly 60 year history.
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The owner of Madison Square Garden and Radio City Music Hall is launching a campaign to highlight its lineup of more than 100 shows this summer, the most in MSG's nearly 60 year history.
Variety
Jun 2, 14:46
Tribeca Boss Jane Rosenthal Defends Premiering AI-Made Film About Iran Protests: ‘It Should Be Seen Right Now at This Time’
Tribeca Film Festival co-founder Jane Rosenthal is defending the fest’s decision to premiere “Dreams of Violets,” a fully AI-generated film about the Iranian civilian resistance. “I think people need to read the director’s [Ash Koosha’s] statement,” Rosenthal told Variety at the festival’s 25th anniversary cocktail reception in lower Manhattan Monday night. “The director is Iranian […]
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Tribeca Boss Jane Rosenthal Defends Premiering AI-Made Film About Iran Protests: ‘It Should Be Seen Right Now at This Time’. Tribeca Film Festival co-founder Jane Rosenthal is defending the fest’s decision to premiere “Dreams of Violets,” a fully AI-generated film about the Iranian civilian resistance.
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Tribeca Film Festival co-founder Jane Rosenthal is defending the fest’s decision to premiere “Dreams of Violets,” a fully AI-generated film about the Iranian civilian resistance.
Variety
Jun 2, 14:37
Tom Holland Called Sony Pictures Boss to Delay ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Filming So He Could Star in ‘The Odyssey’: ‘A Tough Pill to Swallow’ at First
Tom Holland revealed to GQ magazine as part of the publication’s summer cover story for “The Odyssey” that he had an “uncomfortable conversation” with Sony Pictures boss Tom Rothman about delaying the production of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” so that he could film Christopher Nolan’s epic instead. When Nolan first offered him the role of […]
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Tom Holland revealed to GQ magazine as part of the publication’s summer cover story for “The Odyssey” that he had an “uncomfortable conversation” with Sony Pictures boss Tom Rothman about delaying the production of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” so that he could film Christopher Nolan’s epic instead.
Variety
Jun 2, 14:25
Sakanishi Miiku Makes His Tribeca Debut With a Film About What We Forget, Clip Unveiled (EXCLUSIVE)
Sakanishi Miiku has been thinking about forgetting for most of his life. His debut feature, “Memorizu,” world premiering in competition at the Tribeca Festival on June 6 before a theatrical release in Japan later in June, follows Yuta, a man who travels to a rural Kyushu town to help his ailing photographer father-in-law while staying […]
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Sakanishi Miiku Makes His Tribeca Debut With a Film About What We Forget, Clip Unveiled (EXCLUSIVE). Sakanishi Miiku has been thinking about forgetting for most of his life. His debut feature, “Memorizu,” world premiering in competition at the Tribeca Festival on June 6 before a theatrical release in Japan later in June, follows Yuta, a man who travels to a rural Kyushu town t…
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His debut feature, “Memorizu,” world premiering in competition at the Tribeca Festival on June 6 before a theatrical release in Japan later in June, follows Yuta, a man who travels to a rural Kyushu town to help his ailing photographer father-in-law while staying […]
Variety
Jun 2, 14:20
Mediawan, BYD Unveil Special ‘Miraculous Chibi’ Episode (EXCLUSIVE)
Mediawan and BYD, which recently partnered to develop and finance international premium content, have unveiled the first project out of their pact: a special episode of the “Miraculous Chibi” series featuring BYD’s new electric vehicle, the BYD Dolphin Surf. The episode, titled “Watt a Dream Date!,” launches worldwide on YouTube on Tuesday. It marks the […]
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Mediawan and BYD, which recently partnered to develop and finance international premium content, have unveiled the first project out of their pact: a special episode of the “Miraculous Chibi” series featuring BYD’s new electric vehicle, the BYD Dolphin Surf. The episode, titled “Watt a Dream Date!,” launches worldwide on YouTube on Tuesday. It marks the […]
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Mediawan and BYD, which recently partnered to develop and finance international premium content, have unveiled the first project out of their pact: a special episode of the “Miraculous Chibi” series featuring BYD’s new electric vehicle, the BYD Dolphin Surf.
Deadline
Jun 2, 14:10
‘Onslaught’ Trailer: Adria Arjona Plays Sniper Going Toe To Toe With “Human Equivalent Of A Heat-Seeking Missile” In Adam Wingard’s Latest For A24
A24 has unveiled the first trailer for Onslaught, a horror-infused actioner from You’re Next and Godzilla vs. Kong helmer Adam Wingard, which is slated for release in theaters on Friday, September 4. Adria Arjona stars in Onslaught as an army sniper mother living in a desert trailer park who must fight to protect her family from an unexpected threat: a rogue squad […]
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‘Onslaught’ Trailer: Adria Arjona Plays Sniper Going Toe To Toe With “Human Equivalent Of A Heat-Seeking Missile” In Adam Wingard’s Latest For A24. Kong helmer Adam Wingard, which is slated for release in theaters on Friday, September 4.
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A24 has unveiled the first trailer for Onslaught, a horror-infused actioner from You’re Next and Godzilla vs.
Variety
Jun 2, 14:00
Why YouTubers Are Turning Hollywood Upside Down
This past weekend marked a tectonic shift in Hollywood that’s sent shock waves across the industry. “Backrooms,” a horror film born out of a 4chan creepypasta and produced for around $10 million, opened to an extraordinary $81 million, smashing records for distributor A24; and “Obsession,” a horror film made on a budget of $750,000, grossed […]
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Why YouTubers Are Turning Hollywood Upside Down. This past weekend marked a tectonic shift in Hollywood that’s sent shock waves across the industry. “Backrooms,” a horror film born out of a 4chan creepypasta and produced for around $10 million, opened to an extraordinary $81 million, smashing records for distributor A24; and “Obsession,” a horror film made on a budget of $750,…
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This past weekend marked a tectonic shift in Hollywood that’s sent shock waves across the industry.
Variety
Jun 2, 14:00
Motion Picture Association Awards to Honor ‘Hunger Games’ Director Francis Lawrence (EXCLUSIVE)
The Motion Picture Association will honor Francis Lawrence with its 2026 MPA Creator Award. Lawrence is best known for directing five films in the “Hunger Games” franchise, as well as “The Long Walk,” an adaptation of a Stephen King novel that was a hit when it opened last fall. His credits also include “I Am […]
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Motion Picture Association Awards to Honor ‘Hunger Games’ Director Francis Lawrence (EXCLUSIVE). The Motion Picture Association will honor Francis Lawrence with its 2026 MPA Creator Award. Lawrence is best known for directing five films in the “Hunger Games” franchise, as well as “The Long Walk,” an adaptation of a Stephen King novel that was a hit when it opened last fall.
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The Motion Picture Association will honor Francis Lawrence with its 2026 MPA Creator Award.
Deadline
Jun 2, 14:00
‘IX XI’ Trailer: New Yorkers Share Powerful Memories Of 9/11 As Major Anniversary Approaches – Tribeca Festival
EXCLUSIVE: On September 11, the nation will mark the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, a devastating event seared into the memory of all Americans who lived through it. The effort to rebuild lower Manhattan gave birth to the Tribeca Festival and it is at Tribeca that […]
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EXCLUSIVE: On September 11, the nation will mark the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, a devastating event seared into the memory of all Americans who lived through it. The effort to rebuild lower Manhattan gave birth to the Tribeca Festival and it is at Tribeca that […]
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EXCLUSIVE: On September 11, the nation will mark the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, a devastating event seared into the memory of all Americans who lived through it.
Deadline
Jun 2, 14:00
‘Silo’ Season 3 Trailer Teases A Split Timeline Plot As Juliette Faces Her Most Dangerous Challenge Yet
UPDATED: Apple TV has released the full trailer for Season 3 of Silo ahead of its July 3 premiere. The clip reveals Rebecca Ferguson’s Juliette has somehow survived the fire after being locked in an incinerator at the end of Season 2, but she has lost memory in the process. “I look at myself in […]
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‘Silo’ Season 3 Trailer Teases A Split Timeline Plot As Juliette Faces Her Most Dangerous Challenge Yet. UPDATED: Apple TV has released the full trailer for Season 3 of Silo ahead of its July 3 premiere. The clip reveals Rebecca Ferguson’s Juliette has somehow survived the fire after being locked in an incinerator at the end of Season 2, but she has lost memory in the process.
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UPDATED: Apple TV has released the full trailer for Season 3 of Silo ahead of its July 3 premiere.
Deadline
Jun 2, 13:58
What Hollywood Will Be Watching For In Tuesday’s California Primary
California voters will go to the polls on Tuesday to select which candidates will face off in November’s midterm elections, led by the races for governor and Los Angeles mayor. Hollywood has showered candidates with contributions and fundraising events, as is typical, but the difference this cycle has been on the focus contenders have paid […]
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California voters will go to the polls on Tuesday to select which candidates will face off in November’s midterm elections, led by the races for governor and Los Angeles mayor. Hollywood has showered candidates with contributions and fundraising events, as is typical, but the difference this cycle has been on the focus contenders have paid […]
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California voters will go to the polls on Tuesday to select which candidates will face off in November’s midterm elections, led by the races for governor and Los Angeles mayor.
Deadline
Jun 2, 13:55
Disney+ UK & Ireland Gives Home To Australia’s ‘Gnomes’
EXCLUSIVE: Disney+ has acquired UK and Ireland rights to Australian series Gnomes. AMC Global Media has snapped up Spain and Portugal rights to the six-part show, which is a co-production between Total Fiction and Screen Invaders. L.A.-based Happy Accidents is shopping the series. The series follows Asa Butterfield (Sex Education, Unchosen) as police officer Arnold Kipps and Megan […]
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Disney+ UK & Ireland Gives Home To Australia’s ‘Gnomes’. L.A.-based Happy Accidents is shopping the series. The series follows Asa Butterfield (Sex Education, Unchosen) as police officer Arnold Kipps and Megan […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Disney+ has acquired UK and Ireland rights to Australian series Gnomes.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 13:45
‘Alice and Steve’ Review: Jemaine Clement and Nicola Walker Light Up Hulu’s Sharply Funny, Unexpectedly Touching Comedy
A 50something woman enters a feud with her best friend (and ex) after he starts dating her 26-year-old daughter in this British series.
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‘Alice and Steve’ Review: Jemaine Clement and Nicola Walker Light Up Hulu’s Sharply Funny, Unexpectedly Touching Comedy. A 50something woman enters a feud with her best friend (and ex) after he starts dating her 26-year-old daughter in this British series.
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A 50something woman enters a feud with her best friend (and ex) after he starts dating her 26-year-old daughter in this British series.
Variety
Jun 2, 13:30
Rotterdam Tiger Award Winner Paz Fábrega Sets ‘To the Future’ With Spain’s Edna Cinema and Uruguay’s La Mayor Cine Ahead of ECAM Forum (EXCLUSIVE)
Paz Fábrega, the first Costa Rican filmmaker to scoop a VPRO Tiger Award in Rotterdam, for her debut “Cold Water of the Sea (“Agua fria de mar”) in 2010, has secure further funding for her fourth feature “To the Future” (“Al Futuro”) from PUA-the Uruguayan Audiovisual Program, via co-producer Federico Moreira of La Mayor Cine […]
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Paz Fábrega, the first Costa Rican filmmaker to scoop a VPRO Tiger Award in Rotterdam, for her debut “Cold Water of the Sea (“Agua fria de mar”) in 2010, has secure further funding for her fourth feature “To the Future” (“Al Futuro”) from PUA-the Uruguayan Audiovisual Program, via co-producer Federico Moreira of La Mayor Cine […]
Variety
Jun 2, 13:26
‘Twin Peaks’ Actor Owain Rhys Davies Dies at 44; Family Says It Was Sudden and ‘There Are Still Questions That Remain Unanswered’
Owain Rhys Davies, a Welsh actor who appeared in the “Twin Peaks” reboot, died “suddenly” over the weekend, according to the BBC. He was 44. Davies was best known for playing Agent Wilson in the 2017 reboot of David Lynch’s iconic series “Twin Peaks.” His other credits include the Netflix drama “The OA,” “Alice Through […]
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‘Twin Peaks’ Actor Owain Rhys Davies Dies at 44; Family Says It Was Sudden and ‘There Are Still Questions That Remain Unanswered’. Owain Rhys Davies, a Welsh actor who appeared in the “Twin Peaks” reboot, died “suddenly” over the weekend, according to the BBC. Davies was best known for playing Agent Wilson in the 2017 reboot of David Lynch’s iconic series “Twin Peaks.
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Owain Rhys Davies, a Welsh actor who appeared in the “Twin Peaks” reboot, died “suddenly” over the weekend, according to the BBC.
Variety
Jun 2, 13:15
Mindy Kaling’s ‘Not Suitable for Work’ Is a Bland ‘Friends’ Copycat With Hints of a Sharper Show: TV Review
Mindy Kaling is moving through the stages of life. With Netflix’s “Never Have I Ever,” the comedy mogul took on high school; with HBO Max’s “The Sex Lives of College Girls,” she (literally) graduated to college. Hulu’s “Not Suitable for Work” — Kaling’s first show with sole creator credit since “The Mindy Project,” showrun by […]
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Mindy Kaling’s ‘Not Suitable for Work’ Is a Bland ‘Friends’ Copycat With Hints of a Sharper Show: TV Review. With Netflix’s “Never Have I Ever,” the comedy mogul took on high school; with HBO Max’s “The Sex Lives of College Girls,” she (literally) graduated to college.
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Mindy Kaling is moving through the stages of life.
Deadline
Jun 2, 13:13
Owain Rhys Davies Dies: ‘Twin Peaks’ & ‘The OA’ Actor Passed “Suddenly” Aged 44
Owain Rhys Davies, the Welsh actor best known for his work in Twin Peaks, has died “suddenly” at the age of 44. Davies’ passing was confirmed by his brother, Rhodri Davies, in an Instagram post. He said questions remain unanswered about the cause of death. Davies’ screen acting credits date back to 2001, but he […]
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Owain Rhys Davies Dies: ‘Twin Peaks’ & ‘The OA’ Actor Passed “Suddenly” Aged 44. Davies’ passing was confirmed by his brother, Rhodri Davies, in an Instagram post. Davies’ screen acting credits date back to 2001, but he […]
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Owain Rhys Davies, the Welsh actor best known for his work in Twin Peaks, has died “suddenly” at the age of 44.
Variety
Jun 2, 13:00
Netflix Launches Hub Featuring ‘Bridgerton,’ More Book-to-Screen Adaptations Targeting Nine Reader Types
Netflix aims to turn readers’ “To Be Read” lists into subscribers’ “To Be Watched” queues this summer with the launch of its new book-lovers-themed hub Tuesday. Debuting today, the streamer’s “Watch Your Favorite Books” page is described as a “dedicated destination that brings together the best of Netflix’s book-inspired storytelling in one space,” including “Bridgerton,” “The Gray […]
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Netflix aims to turn readers’ “To Be Read” lists into subscribers’ “To Be Watched” queues this summer with the launch of its new book-lovers-themed hub Tuesday. Debuting today, the streamer’s “Watch Your Favorite Books” page is described as a “dedicated destination that brings together the best of Netflix’s book-inspired storytelling in one space,” including “Bridgerton,” “The…
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Netflix aims to turn readers’ “To Be Read” lists into subscribers’ “To Be Watched” queues this summer with the launch of its new book-lovers-themed hub Tuesday.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 13:00
New MMA League Hires Ex-Paramount Network Boss as Content Chief (Exclusive)
Viacom alum Kevin Kay, who worked with Scott Coker on Bellator, shares: "Mixed martial arts is a great story, and the stories of fighters are great stories, but they're not always being told in the right way."
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Viacom alum Kevin Kay, who worked with Scott Coker on Bellator, shares: "Mixed martial arts is a great story, and the stories of fighters are great stories, but they're not always being told in the right way."
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 13:00
‘Masters of the Universe’ Review: Nicholas Galitzine Headlines an Exhaustingly Jokey He-Man Movie That’s Mainly for the Hardcore Fans
Idris Elba, Jared Leto, Kristen Wiig and Camila Mendes also appear in this latest cinematic incarnation of Mattel's enduring franchise.
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‘Masters of the Universe’ Review: Nicholas Galitzine Headlines an Exhaustingly Jokey He-Man Movie That’s Mainly for the Hardcore Fans. Idris Elba, Jared Leto, Kristen Wiig and Camila Mendes also appear in this latest cinematic incarnation of Mattel's enduring franchise.
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Idris Elba, Jared Leto, Kristen Wiig and Camila Mendes also appear in this latest cinematic incarnation of Mattel's enduring franchise.
Deadline
Jun 2, 13:00
Mubi Fest Returning To Chicago With ‘Teenage Sex & Death at Camp Miasma’
EXCLUSIVE: Mubi is heading to the Windy City with its 3rd Mubi Fest, which will host the Chicago premiere of Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma. Running July 10-12 in Chicago, Mubi Fest 2026 will feature writer/director Jane Schoenbrun’s latest film, starring Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson, as part of this year’s ‘Better Together’ […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Mubi is heading to the Windy City with its 3rd Mubi Fest, which will host the Chicago premiere of Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma. Running July 10-12 in Chicago, Mubi Fest 2026 will feature writer/director Jane Schoenbrun’s latest film, starring Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson, as part of this year’s ‘Better Together’ […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Mubi is heading to the Windy City with its 3rd Mubi Fest, which will host the Chicago premiere of Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma.
Deadline
Jun 2, 13:00
In A Time Of Conflict, Franco-Iranian Web Series ‘Happiness’ Reminds Us That Teenhood Is Universal
Welcome to Global Breakouts, Deadline’s strand in which, each fortnight, we shine a spotlight on the TV shows and films killing it in their local territories. The industry is as globalized as it’s ever been, but breakout hits are appearing in pockets of the world all the time and it can be hard to keep track… […]
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Welcome to Global Breakouts, Deadline’s strand in which, each fortnight, we shine a spotlight on the TV shows and films killing it in their local territories. The industry is as globalized as it’s ever been, but breakout hits are appearing in pockets of the world all the time and it can be hard to keep track… […]
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Welcome to Global Breakouts, Deadline’s strand in which, each fortnight, we shine a spotlight on the TV shows and films killing it in their local territories.
Deadline
Jun 2, 12:59
‘Masters Of The Universe’ Review: Nicholas Galitzine Charms His Way Into He-Man Heroics In Amusing New Take On Mattel’s Nostalgic Toys
It is a blast back to the 80’s as Hollywood and Mattel take another whack at making Masters Of The Universe work as a big budget fantasy extravaganza. Since 1982 with the introduction of the massive toy line and action figures, Mattel has milked their Masters Of The Universe in every way including comic strips […]
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‘Masters Of The Universe’ Review: Nicholas Galitzine Charms His Way Into He-Man Heroics In Amusing New Take On Mattel’s Nostalgic Toys. It is a blast back to the 80’s as Hollywood and Mattel take another whack at making Masters Of The Universe work as a big budget fantasy extravaganza.
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It is a blast back to the 80’s as Hollywood and Mattel take another whack at making Masters Of The Universe work as a big budget fantasy extravaganza.
Deadline
Jun 2, 12:48
Netflix’s New UK Unscripted Chief Teases “Sh*tloads” Of Originals As She Promises “Audacious” Debut Slate – Reality TV Summit UK
Here’s some good news for the UK unscripted community: Netflix’s British arm is set to commission “shitloads” of “audacious ideas.” That was the message this morning from Syeda Irtizaali, the streamer’s new Director of Unscripted Series for the UK, who was speaking at Deadline’s Reality TV Summit UK after joining from the BBC earlier this […]
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Here’s some good news for the UK unscripted community: Netflix’s British arm is set to commission “shitloads” of “audacious ideas.” That was the message this morning from Syeda Irtizaali, the streamer’s new Director of Unscripted Series for the UK, who was speaking at Deadline’s Reality TV Summit UK after joining from the BBC earlier this […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 12:36
Tony Awards: Predicting the Winners Using Just Math
This year's category-by-category look at which musicals and plays have the best chance of claiming honors during the June 7 telecast on CBS and Paramount+, based on a model built on historical data.
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This year's category-by-category look at which musicals and plays have the best chance of claiming honors during the June 7 telecast on CBS and Paramount+, based on a model built on historical data.
Deadline
Jun 2, 12:24
“Big Names From U.S. Reality World” In Talks For Season 2 Of World-First AI Series – Reality TV Summit UK
“Big names from the U.S. reality world” are in negotiations to be involved with Season 2 of the world’s first AI reality series, according to its creator. Speaking at Deadline’s Reality TV Summit UK, Tom Paton teased some people “known for spearheading the reality space” are in talks for Non Player Combat. Described as a […]
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Reality World” In Talks For Season 2 Of World-First AI Series – Reality TV Summit UK. reality world” are in negotiations to be involved with Season 2 of the world’s first AI reality series, according to its creator. Speaking at Deadline’s Reality TV Summit UK, Tom Paton teased some people “known for spearheading the reality space” are in talks for Non Player Combat.
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reality world” are in negotiations to be involved with Season 2 of the world’s first AI reality series, according to its creator.
Variety
Jun 2, 12:12
Inside Ranveer Singh’s ‘Don 3’ Exit, Bollywood’s Biggest Industry Standoff in Years
When top actor Ranveer Singh walked away from “Don 3” in December 2025, he triggered what has become one of Bollywood’s most closely watched industry disputes in years – a conflict that has drawn in around 25 of the film business’s most senior figures, produced a Big Four audit, wound through the Producers Guild of […]
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When top actor Ranveer Singh walked away from “Don 3” in December 2025, he triggered what has become one of Bollywood’s most closely watched industry disputes in years – a conflict that has drawn in around 25 of the film business’s most senior figures, produced a Big Four audit, wound through the Producers Guild of […]
Variety
Jun 2, 12:00
BTS, Benson Boone, Cardi B Among Performers Set for iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026
BTS, Benson Boone and Cardi B are among the acts slated to perform at the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, taking place on September 18-19 at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the event will also include performances from Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Lainey Wilson, Major Lazer, Muse, Snoop Dogg, […]
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BTS, Benson Boone and Cardi B are among the acts slated to perform at the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, taking place on September 18-19 at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the event will also include performances from Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Lainey Wilson, Major Lazer, Muse, Snoop Dogg, […]
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BTS, Benson Boone and Cardi B are among the acts slated to perform at the iHeartRadio Music Festival presented by Capital One, taking place on September 18-19 at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena.
Variety
Jun 2, 12:00
AI Firm Utopai Studios Launches Enhanced 2.0 Version of Generative Video Platform
Utopai Studios unveiled the second version of its AI video storytelling platform PAI, less than three months after its initial version debuted. The company introduced the generative video platform PAI in March, allowing users to tinker with videos across each step of the creative process. The goal was to produce visual stories without the need […]
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AI Firm Utopai Studios Launches Enhanced 2.0 Version of Generative Video Platform. The company introduced the generative video platform PAI in March, allowing users to tinker with videos across each step of the creative process. The goal was to produce visual stories without the need […]
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Utopai Studios unveiled the second version of its AI video storytelling platform PAI, less than three months after its initial version debuted.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 12:00
SiriusXM to Bring Conan O’Brien, Trevor Noah Podcasts and More to Tubi (Exclusive)
The audio giant has struck a distribution and advertising deal to put podcasts on the free streamer.
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SiriusXM to Bring Conan O’Brien, Trevor Noah Podcasts and More to Tubi (Exclusive). The audio giant has struck a distribution and advertising deal to put podcasts on the free streamer.
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The audio giant has struck a distribution and advertising deal to put podcasts on the free streamer.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 12:00
BTS, Cardi B and Zara Larsson to Perform at 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival
Several other artists including Muse, Weezer and Benson Boone will also take the stage at the two-day concert held in Las Vegas
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Several other artists including Muse, Weezer and Benson Boone will also take the stage at the two-day concert held in Las Vegas
Variety
Jun 2, 11:24
Michelle Obama Praises Dave Chappelle as ‘One of the Smartest People on the Planet’ After ‘IMO’ Podcast Appearance: ‘One of Our Favorite Guests’
Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson brought a live recording of their “IMO” podcast to SXSW London on Tuesday, discussing their career journeys and entering the podcasting space — and revealing one of their favorite guests so far. The former First Lady said that though she never expected to become a podcast host, the […]
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Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson brought a live recording of their “IMO” podcast to SXSW London on Tuesday, discussing their career journeys and entering the podcasting space — and revealing one of their favorite guests so far. The former First Lady said that though she never expected to become a podcast host, the […]
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Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson brought a live recording of their “IMO” podcast to SXSW London on Tuesday, discussing their career journeys and entering the podcasting space — and revealing one of their favorite guests so far.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 11:14
Michelle Obama on Her “Last Chapter” in Podcasting: “The Choices I Make Now Are Going to Be for Me — Not My Husband, Kids, the Country”
The former first lady of the United States charmed SXSW London alongside her brother, Craig Robinson, for a live podcast recording of 'IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson.'
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Michelle Obama on Her “Last Chapter” in Podcasting: “The Choices I Make Now Are Going to Be for Me — Not My Husband, Kids, the Country”. The former first lady of the United States charmed SXSW London alongside her brother, Craig Robinson, for a live podcast recording of 'IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson.'
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The former first lady of the United States charmed SXSW London alongside her brother, Craig Robinson, for a live podcast recording of 'IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson.'
Deadline
Jun 2, 11:11
Netflix’s ‘American Nightmare’ Would Have Focused Far More On Perpetrator If It Was Made A Decade Ago, Says Director Felicity Morris – Reality TV Summit UK
If Netflix’s hit true crime doc American Nightmare was made a decade ago, the lens would have turned far more to the perpetrator of the terrible crime. That is the verdict of true crime supremo Felicity Morris, who has made a number of award-winning docs for Netflix including American Nightmare, which she co-directed. American Nightmare […]
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If Netflix’s hit true crime doc American Nightmare was made a decade ago, the lens would have turned far more to the perpetrator of the terrible crime. That is the verdict of true crime supremo Felicity Morris, who has made a number of award-winning docs for Netflix including American Nightmare, which she co-directed. American Nightmare […]
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If Netflix’s hit true crime doc American Nightmare was made a decade ago, the lens would have turned far more to the perpetrator of the terrible crime.
Variety
Jun 2, 10:48
‘Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ Star Iona Bell Signs With Paradigm (EXCLUSIVE)
Iona Bell, the young British actress who’s set to appear in “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” later this year, has signed with Paradigm. Paradigm will collaborate with Bell’s long-term U.K representative Mark Jermin Management. Bell landed the coveted role of Lou Lou in Lionsgate’s upcoming franchise instalment, which serves as both a sequel […]
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‘Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ Star Iona Bell Signs With Paradigm (EXCLUSIVE). Paradigm will collaborate with Bell’s long-term U.K representative Mark Jermin Management. Bell landed the coveted role of Lou Lou in Lionsgate’s upcoming franchise instalment, which serves as both a sequel […]
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Iona Bell, the young British actress who’s set to appear in “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” later this year, has signed with Paradigm.
Deadline
Jun 2, 10:16
‘SNL UK’ Producer Says The Show’s Crew Used Early Criticism To Shape Their Version Of The Comedy Series: “We Were Able To Address It In The Show” — Reality TV Summit
The barrage of online criticism and discussion about SNL UK was a useful tool that the show’s producers used to shape and develop their version of the long-running series, Helen Kruger Bratt, Managing Director of Universal Television Alternative Studio, said this morning at Deadline’s Reality TV Summit in London. Bratt, who oversees production on the […]
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The barrage of online criticism and discussion about SNL UK was a useful tool that the show’s producers used to shape and develop their version of the long-running series, Helen Kruger Bratt, Managing Director of Universal Television Alternative Studio, said this morning at Deadline’s Reality TV Summit in London. Bratt, who oversees production on the […]
Variety
Jun 2, 10:12
Milli Vanilli’s Fab Morvan Changes Tune on Freedom 250 Concerts, Says He Too Is Quitting the ‘Circus,’ After Trump’s Tirade Against Artists
And then there was… one? Going into this past weekend, there were two out of nine artists booked for the “Freedom 250” concerts in Washington, D.C. that were still proclaiming an eagerness to do the gig: Vanilla Ice and Milli Vanilli’s Fab Morvan. Now that number has been halved, as Morvan, who said he was […]
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Milli Vanilli’s Fab Morvan Changes Tune on Freedom 250 Concerts, Says He Too Is Quitting the ‘Circus,’ After Trump’s Tirade Against Artists. that were still proclaiming an eagerness to do the gig: Vanilla Ice and Milli Vanilli’s Fab Morvan. Now that number has been halved, as Morvan, who said he was […]
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Going into this past weekend, there were two out of nine artists booked for the “Freedom 250” concerts in Washington, D.C.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 09:45
‘The Apologist’ Director Was Bullied as a Kid, Never Got a Sorry, So Made a Doc About Apologies. One of His Key Lessons: “It Didn’t Start With You”
Kristof Bilsen's film, premiering at Sheffield DocFest with a meditation, explores trauma, political and other forms of atonement, what makes a good apology and how it can change victims and wrongdoers.
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‘The Apologist’ Director Was Bullied as a Kid, Never Got a Sorry, So Made a Doc About Apologies. One of His Key Lessons: “It Didn’t Start With You”. Kristof Bilsen's film, premiering at Sheffield DocFest with a meditation, explores trauma, political and other forms of atonement, what makes a good apology and how it can change victims and wrongdoers.
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Kristof Bilsen's film, premiering at Sheffield DocFest with a meditation, explores trauma, political and other forms of atonement, what makes a good apology and how it can change victims and wrongdoers.
Deadline
Jun 2, 09:24
Breaking Baz: Broadway’s Intoxicating ‘Buena Vista Social Club’ Musical Eyes London Transfer In 2027, Say Producers Orin Wolf & Barbara Broccoli
EXCLUSIVE: The Tony Award-winning Buena Vista Social Club musical kicking up a glorious storm on Broadway is heading to London’s West End in 2027, lead producer Orin Wolf tells Deadline. The show won five Tony trophies last year, including a Special Award and a Best Featured Actress In A Musical honor for Natalie Venetia Belcon. It imagines […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The Tony Award-winning Buena Vista Social Club musical kicking up a glorious storm on Broadway is heading to London’s West End in 2027, lead producer Orin Wolf tells Deadline. The show won five Tony trophies last year, including a Special Award and a Best Featured Actress In A Musical honor for Natalie Venetia Belcon. It imagines […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The Tony Award-winning Buena Vista Social Club musical kicking up a glorious storm on Broadway is heading to London’s West End in 2027, lead producer Orin Wolf tells Deadline.
Variety
Jun 2, 09:00
Karlovy Vary Film Festival Artistic Director Karel Och Unveils Lineup for 60th Edition: ‘The Program Boasts Extraordinary Geographical Diversity’
Karel Och, artistic director of Karlovy Vary Intl. Film Festival, has unveiled a lineup of almost 40 titles in the main program, premiering at the 60th edition of the event in the Czech spa town at the beginning of July. Och said, “One of the defining characteristics of the films in this year’s main program […]
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Karlovy Vary Film Festival Artistic Director Karel Och Unveils Lineup for 60th Edition: ‘The Program Boasts Extraordinary Geographical Diversity’. Karel Och, artistic director of Karlovy Vary Intl. Film Festival, has unveiled a lineup of almost 40 titles in the main program, premiering at the 60th edition of the event in the Czech spa town at the beginning of July.
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Och said, “One of the defining characteristics of the films in this year’s main program […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 09:00
Karlovy Vary Unveils Lineup, Including Competition Film ‘Hijamat’ From Nader Saeivar, Jafar Panahi
Jurors, such as 'Sentimental Value' co-writer Eskil Vogt, and cineasts can look forward to titles from around the world, including KVIFF's first-ever Burmese, Colombian and Swiss competition titles and "a relentless search for the relationship between the artistic and the political, the intimate and the societal."
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Jurors, such as 'Sentimental Value' co-writer Eskil Vogt, and cineasts can look forward to titles from around the world, including KVIFF's first-ever Burmese, Colombian and Swiss competition titles and "a relentless search for the relationship between the artistic and the political, the intimate and the societal."
Deadline
Jun 2, 09:00
Karlovy Vary Unveils Competition Lineup & Jury Members For Milestone 60th Edition
The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival has unveiled the official selection and jury members for its upcoming 60th edition, running from July 3 to 11. 12 titles have been set for the Festival’s Crystal Globe Competition. Among those titles is Hijamat, the latest feature from Iranian filmmaker Nader Saeivar. Saeivar is best known for his […]
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Karlovy Vary Unveils Competition Lineup & Jury Members For Milestone 60th Edition . Among those titles is Hijamat, the latest feature from Iranian filmmaker Nader Saeivar. Saeivar is best known for his […]
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The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival has unveiled the official selection and jury members for its upcoming 60th edition, running from July 3 to 11. 12 titles have been set for the Festival’s Crystal Globe Competition.
Deadline
Jun 2, 09:00
Olivia Wilde, Gary Lineker & Andrew Callaghan Set For ‘The Louis Theroux Podcast’ Season 8
EXCLUSIVE: The Louis Theroux Podcast Season 8 will feature Olivia Wilde, Gary Lineker and Andrew Callaghan among others. The show will return on all podcast platforms on June 9 with footballing icon turned media boss and podcaster Lineker featuring, also featuring cultural icons such as Spice Girl Mel C and chef Marco Pierre White. Video […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The Louis Theroux Podcast Season 8 will feature Olivia Wilde, Gary Lineker and Andrew Callaghan among others. The show will return on all podcast platforms on June 9 with footballing icon turned media boss and podcaster Lineker featuring, also featuring cultural icons such as Spice Girl Mel C and chef Marco Pierre White.
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EXCLUSIVE: The Louis Theroux Podcast Season 8 will feature Olivia Wilde, Gary Lineker and Andrew Callaghan among others.
Variety
Jun 2, 08:00
‘Backrooms’ Smashes A24 Record With Dominant Debut at U.K. and Ireland Box Office
The U.K. and Ireland box office witnessed a historic opening weekend as A24’s psychological horror “Backrooms” seized the top spot, grossing £4.2 million ($5.7 million). The film delivered the biggest opening weekend in A24’s history for the territory. Disney’s “The Mandalorian and Grogu” moved to second place in its sophomore frame, earning $3.5 million. The […]
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‘Backrooms’ Smashes A24 Record With Dominant Debut at U.K. and Ireland Box Office. and Ireland box office witnessed a historic opening weekend as A24’s psychological horror “Backrooms” seized the top spot, grossing £4.2 million ($5.7 million).
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The film delivered the biggest opening weekend in A24’s history for the territory.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 08:00
“My Grandmother Told Me Not to Bring Home a Blue-Eyed Wife. But I’m a Gay Guy”
Greek director Thanasis Neofotistos on 'The Boy With the Light-Blue Eyes,' his SXSW London debut — a folk horror allegory about otherness, queer identity and the randomness of being born different.
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Greek director Thanasis Neofotistos on 'The Boy With the Light-Blue Eyes,' his SXSW London debut — a folk horror allegory about otherness, queer identity and the randomness of being born different.
Deadline
Jun 2, 07:01
Andrew Scott & George MacKay Lead Voice Cast Of Russell Tovey’s Debut Novel ‘Starlings’, Which Is Being Published By Audible
EXCLUSIVE: Andrew Scott (All Of US Strangers) and George MacKay (1917) have been set to lead the voice cast in Russell Tovey’s (American Horror Story: NYC) debut novel Starlings, which is being published as an Audible Original. Set in the heart of Clapham in London, the drama will explore family estrangement and queer identity. Release is set […]
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Andrew Scott & George MacKay Lead Voice Cast Of Russell Tovey’s Debut Novel ‘Starlings’, Which Is Being Published By Audible. EXCLUSIVE: Andrew Scott (All Of US Strangers) and George MacKay (1917) have been set to lead the voice cast in Russell Tovey’s (American Horror Story: NYC) debut novel Starlings, which is being published as an Audible Original.
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Set in the heart of Clapham in London, the drama will explore family estrangement and queer identity. Release is set […]
Deadline
Jun 2, 06:59
BFI Pleaded With Government To Exclude UK Screen Industries From Trump Trade Deal, Saying It Would Cause “Fundamental Harm”
EXCLUSIVE: The British Film Institute lobbied ministers to request that the UK’s film and TV business not be included in any trade deal signed with U.S. President Donald Trump. The BFI sent the British Foreign Office a policy document in May 2025 outlining why including the screen industries in any trade agreement would cause “fundamental […]
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BFI Pleaded With Government To Exclude UK Screen Industries From Trump Trade Deal, Saying It Would Cause “Fundamental Harm”. President Donald Trump. The BFI sent the British Foreign Office a policy document in May 2025 outlining why including the screen industries in any trade agreement would cause “fundamental […]
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EXCLUSIVE: The British Film Institute lobbied ministers to request that the UK’s film and TV business not be included in any trade deal signed with U.S.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 06:54
Netflix’s New Releases Coming in June 2026
Take a look at the movies and TV shows that are hitting the streaming service this month.
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Take a look at the movies and TV shows that are hitting the streaming service this month.
Variety
Jun 2, 03:57
Jon Stewart Slams Donald Trump’s Crumbling Freedom 250 Concert: ‘Is Anyone Still Performing?’
On Monday night’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart poked fun at President Donald Trump’s Freedom 250 concert series after more than half the acts dropped out. “Man, I need good news. I need some relief. And I’ll tell you why,” Stewart said at the top of his monologue. “Because as many of you […]
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Jon Stewart Slams Donald Trump’s Crumbling Freedom 250 Concert: ‘Is Anyone Still Performing?’. “Man, I need good news. And I’ll tell you why,” Stewart said at the top of his monologue.
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On Monday night’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart poked fun at President Donald Trump’s Freedom 250 concert series after more than half the acts dropped out.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 03:13
Na Hong-jin’s Record-Selling Cannes Monster Movie ‘Hope’ Sets September Theatrical Release
The Korean action maestro's first feature in roughly a decade lands in U.S. theaters Sept. 9 via Neon after a buzzy world premiere in France.
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Na Hong-jin’s Record-Selling Cannes Monster Movie ‘Hope’ Sets September Theatrical Release. The Korean action maestro's first feature in roughly a decade lands in U.S. 9 via Neon after a buzzy world premiere in France.
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The Korean action maestro's first feature in roughly a decade lands in U.S.
Deadline
Jun 2, 02:17
‘Stranger Things’ Creator Matt Duffer Says Young Film And TV Audiences “Are Telling Us Very Loudly That They’re Hungry For Original Stories”
Matt Duffer, creator, showrunner and executive producer of Stranger Things along with brother Ross, didn’t specifically cite Backrooms or Obsession on Monday in accepting a career honor at the Gotham TV Awards. But the two YouTube-driven smashes seemed to be on his mind as he addressed the crowd at New York’s Cipriani Wall Street. Despite […]
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Matt Duffer, creator, showrunner and executive producer of Stranger Things along with brother Ross, didn’t specifically cite Backrooms or Obsession on Monday in accepting a career honor at the Gotham TV Awards. But the two YouTube-driven smashes seemed to be on his mind as he addressed the crowd at New York’s Cipriani Wall Street. Despite […]
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Matt Duffer, creator, showrunner and executive producer of Stranger Things along with brother Ross, didn’t specifically cite Backrooms or Obsession on Monday in accepting a career honor at the Gotham TV Awards.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 01:54
Emmy Predictions via Feinberg Forecast: Updated Standings With 10 Days Until Nominations Voting
The Hollywood Reporter's executive editor of awards coverage offers his latest assessment of 35 categories.
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Emmy Predictions via Feinberg Forecast: Updated Standings With 10 Days Until Nominations Voting. The Hollywood Reporter's executive editor of awards coverage offers his latest assessment of 35 categories.
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The Hollywood Reporter's executive editor of awards coverage offers his latest assessment of 35 categories.
Deadline
Jun 2, 01:45
‘Backrooms 2’: Here’s What’s Up At This Minute With A Kane Parsons Sequel – The Dish
EXCLUSIVE: Following the $118M opening for A24’s Backrooms, yes, of course there will be a sequel. Filmmaker and face of Backrooms Kane Parsons has made no secret on the press tour for the film about his desire to expand into a feature anthology, and that he’s taken the IP as far as possible on YouTube. […]
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‘Backrooms 2’: Here’s What’s Up At This Minute With A Kane Parsons Sequel – The Dish. EXCLUSIVE: Following the $118M opening for A24’s Backrooms, yes, of course there will be a sequel. Filmmaker and face of Backrooms Kane Parsons has made no secret on the press tour for the film about his desire to expand into a feature anthology, and that he’s taken the IP as far as possible…
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EXCLUSIVE: Following the $118M opening for A24’s Backrooms, yes, of course there will be a sequel.
Variety
Jun 2, 01:37
Gotham TV Award Winners: ‘I Love LA,’ ‘Pluribus’ and ‘DTF St. Louis’ Take Top Honors; Tim Robinson, Chase Infiniti and Michael Shannon Win Acting Prizes
The Gotham Television Awards were handed out Monday night at the Cipriani Wall Street in Manhattan, marking an important step as Hollywood inches closer to September’s Emmy Awards. See a full list of winners below: Breakthrough Comedy Series “Big Mistakes”Dan Levy, Rachel Sennott, creators; Etan Frankel, Timothy Greenberg, Dean Holland, Dan Levy, Anne-Marie McGintee, Rachel […]
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Gotham TV Award Winners: ‘I Love LA,’ ‘Pluribus’ and ‘DTF St. Louis’ Take Top Honors; Tim Robinson, Chase Infiniti and Michael Shannon Win Acting Prizes. See a full list of winners below: Breakthrough Comedy Series “Big Mistakes”Dan Levy, Rachel Sennott, creators; Etan Frankel, Timothy Greenberg, Dean Holland, Dan Levy, Anne-Marie McGintee, Rachel […]
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The Gotham Television Awards were handed out Monday night at the Cipriani Wall Street in Manhattan, marking an important step as Hollywood inches closer to September’s Emmy Awards.
Deadline
Jun 2, 01:00
Zach Cregger Parts Ways With Artists First, Will Not Seek New Management
EXCLUSIVE: Zach Cregger, the filmmaker behind last year’s horror phenomenon Weapons, has parted ways with his longtime manager Peter Principato of Artists First, multiple sources tell Deadline. Principato couldn’t be reached for comment. Cregger had been with the famed manager for around 15 years — from a time when he was better known for comedy, as a […]
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Zach Cregger Parts Ways With Artists First, Will Not Seek New Management. Principato couldn’t be reached for comment. Cregger had been with the famed manager for around 15 years — from a time when he was better known for comedy, as a […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Zach Cregger, the filmmaker behind last year’s horror phenomenon Weapons, has parted ways with his longtime manager Peter Principato of Artists First, multiple sources tell Deadline.
Deadline
Jun 2, 00:49
Square Peg Social Returns To Austin, Opens Submissions For Second Edition Of Filmmaker Mentorship Program
Square Peg, founded by Lars Knudsen and Ari Aster, has set the return of its filmmaker mentorship initiative, Square Peg Social. The second edition will take place in Austin from Sept 17-21, with submissions now open. Square Peg Social brings together a curated group of emerging filmmakers alongside established directors, producers, and industry leaders. The […]
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Square Peg Social Returns To Austin, Opens Submissions For Second Edition Of Filmmaker Mentorship Program. The second edition will take place in Austin from Sept 17-21, with submissions now open. Square Peg Social brings together a curated group of emerging filmmakers alongside established directors, producers, and industry leaders.
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Square Peg, founded by Lars Knudsen and Ari Aster, has set the return of its filmmaker mentorship initiative, Square Peg Social.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 00:46
This Is What You Need to Know About California’s Primary Tuesday
A Hollywood-y L.A. mayoral race in more ways than one, while a governor’s race limps to the finish line like Kramer at a charity walk.
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This Is What You Need to Know About California’s Primary Tuesday. A Hollywood-y L.A. mayoral race in more ways than one, while a governor’s race limps to the finish line like Kramer at a charity walk.
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mayoral race in more ways than one, while a governor’s race limps to the finish line like Kramer at a charity walk.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 2, 00:29
‘Not Suitable for Work’ Review: Mindy Kaling’s Gen Z Hulu Comedy Is a Fun, if Dated, Hang
Jay Ellis co-stars in the series about five 20something neighbors in New York's Murray Hill neighborhood navigating their careers, friendships and love lives.
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‘Not Suitable for Work’ Review: Mindy Kaling’s Gen Z Hulu Comedy Is a Fun, if Dated, Hang. Jay Ellis co-stars in the series about five 20something neighbors in New York's Murray Hill neighborhood navigating their careers, friendships and love lives.
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Jay Ellis co-stars in the series about five 20something neighbors in New York's Murray Hill neighborhood navigating their careers, friendships and love lives.
Variety
Jun 1, 23:51
The Academy Launches Global Award Recognizing Exceptional Movie Theaters Worldwide – Film News in Brief
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced a new global award to celebrate moviegoing and the traditional theatrical experience. The Academy Marquee Theater List is designed to recognize the most remarkable movie theaters around the world and honor the best in exhibition, celebrating theaters that provide “exceptional audience experiences, preserve cinematic history […]
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced a new global award to celebrate moviegoing and the traditional theatrical experience. The Academy Marquee Theater List is designed to recognize the most remarkable movie theaters around the world and honor the best in exhibition, celebrating theaters that provide “exceptional audience experiences, preserve cinematic…
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced a new global award to celebrate moviegoing and the traditional theatrical experience.
Variety
Jun 1, 23:38
Longtime Disney Exec Jim Kapenstein, Who Helped Oversee Some Of Its Biggest Acquisitions, Joins Starz as Chief Legal and Strategy Officer
Starz has tapped longtime Disney exec Jim Kapenstein to serve as the company’s new chief legal and strategy officer. Kapenstein will join Starz next week and report to president/CEO Jeffrey Hirsch, who announced the news on Monday. According to the company, Kapenstein “will be responsible for developing and leading the strategic direction of business and legal affairs […]
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Longtime Disney Exec Jim Kapenstein, Who Helped Oversee Some Of Its Biggest Acquisitions, Joins Starz as Chief Legal and Strategy Officer. Kapenstein will join Starz next week and report to president/CEO Jeffrey Hirsch, who announced the news on Monday.
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Starz has tapped longtime Disney exec Jim Kapenstein to serve as the company’s new chief legal and strategy officer.
Deadline
Jun 1, 23:38
Gotham TV Awards Winners List – Updating Live
Refresh for updates… As we await next week’s start of voting for Emmy nominations, the Gotham Television Awards are being handed out tonight in Manhattan. Deadline will be updating the winners in all 12 categories as they are announced during the third annual ceremony unfolding at Cipriani Wall Street. See the list below. A trio […]
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Gotham TV Awards Winners List – Updating Live. Deadline will be updating the winners in all 12 categories as they are announced during the third annual ceremony unfolding at Cipriani Wall Street. See the list below.
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Refresh for updates… As we await next week’s start of voting for Emmy nominations, the Gotham Television Awards are being handed out tonight in Manhattan.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 23:37
‘Euphoria’ May Be Over, But Chloe Cherry Isn’t Saying Goodbye to Faye Yet
"As long as Sam Levinson's directing, I'll revisit Faye anytime in my life," the 'Euphoria' star says.
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‘Euphoria’ May Be Over, But Chloe Cherry Isn’t Saying Goodbye to Faye Yet. "As long as Sam Levinson's directing, I'll revisit Faye anytime in my life," the 'Euphoria' star says.
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"As long as Sam Levinson's directing, I'll revisit Faye anytime in my life," the 'Euphoria' star says.
Deadline
Jun 1, 23:27
Lex Luthor’s Iconic Warsuit He Uses To Fight Superman Teased In ‘Man Of Tomorrow’ Set Image
James Gunn understands fan service. The DC Studios Co-chairman and Co-CEO and director of the forthcoming Superman film Man of Tomorrow gave die hards new look at at old favorite: Lex Luthor’s purple and green war suit, which enables him to fight on a more level playing field with the Man of Steel. The suit, […]
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The DC Studios Co-chairman and Co-CEO and director of the forthcoming Superman film Man of Tomorrow gave die hards new look at at old favorite: Lex Luthor’s purple and green war suit, which enables him to fight on a more level playing field with the Man of Steel.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 23:11
Marilyn Before Marilyn: New Book Reveals the Transformation From Star-Eyed Teen to Hollywood Legend
The authors of "The Marilyn Monroe Century" discuss the legacy of Bruno Bernard, the photographer who discovered Norma Jeane Dougherty and helped turn her into Marilyn Monroe.
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Marilyn Before Marilyn: New Book Reveals the Transformation From Star-Eyed Teen to Hollywood Legend. The authors of "The Marilyn Monroe Century" discuss the legacy of Bruno Bernard, the photographer who discovered Norma Jeane Dougherty and helped turn her into Marilyn Monroe.
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The authors of "The Marilyn Monroe Century" discuss the legacy of Bruno Bernard, the photographer who discovered Norma Jeane Dougherty and helped turn her into Marilyn Monroe.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 23:06
2026 Gotham TV Awards: Winners List (Updating Live)
'Death by Lightning' and 'Big Mistakes' lead this year's nominees for the small-screen honors taking place in New York on Monday.
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'Death by Lightning' and 'Big Mistakes' lead this year's nominees for the small-screen honors taking place in New York on Monday.
Variety
Jun 1, 22:24
Haley Bennett and Jack Whitehall Open SXSW London Film Section With World Premiere of ‘Virginia Woolf’s Night and Day’
The intersection of technology and culture may be the main focus of SXSW London, but that’s not to say there isn’t room for a splash of old fashioned period rom-com in the lineup. On the first day of the Austin spinoff’s second edition in London, “Virginia Woolf’s Night and Day” served as the opening night […]
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Haley Bennett and Jack Whitehall Open SXSW London Film Section With World Premiere of ‘Virginia Woolf’s Night and Day’. The intersection of technology and culture may be the main focus of SXSW London, but that’s not to say there isn’t room for a splash of old fashioned period rom-com in the lineup.
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On the first day of the Austin spinoff’s second edition in London, “Virginia Woolf’s Night and Day” served as the opening night […]
Deadline
Jun 1, 22:22
Alec Baldwin & Jim Gaffigan Wrap Action Thriller Feature ‘Crosshairs’
EXCLUSIVE: Production has finished on the Birmingham, AL shoot of the Alec Baldwin and Jim Gaffigan high-stakes action thriller, Crosshairs, from filmmaker Mukunda Michael Dewil (Vehicle 19, The Immaculate Room). In Crosshairs, a New York police detective finds himself trapped on a park bench, holding a bomb, caught in the crosshairs of a hidden sniper—with […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Production has finished on the Birmingham, AL shoot of the Alec Baldwin and Jim Gaffigan high-stakes action thriller, Crosshairs, from filmmaker Mukunda Michael Dewil (Vehicle 19, The Immaculate Room). In Crosshairs, a New York police detective finds himself trapped on a park bench, holding a bomb, caught in the crosshairs of a hidden sniper—with […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Production has finished on the Birmingham, AL shoot of the Alec Baldwin and Jim Gaffigan high-stakes action thriller, Crosshairs, from filmmaker Mukunda Michael Dewil (Vehicle 19, The Immaculate Room).
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 22:17
‘Peaky Blinders’ Creator Steven Knight Reignites Debate Over U.K. Levy for Global Streamers: “It’s a Two-Way Street”
In a SXSW London conversation with U.K. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, he also discussed AI: "The people who are responsible for lots of these tech things need to understand that they're human too, and they've got a responsibility."
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‘Peaky Blinders’ Creator Steven Knight Reignites Debate Over U.K. Levy for Global Streamers: “It’s a Two-Way Street”. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, he also discussed AI: "The people who are responsible for lots of these tech things need to understand that they're human too, and they've got a responsibility."
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In a SXSW London conversation with U.K.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 22:10
Inside ‘Euphoria’ Season 3: Sam Levinson on Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney and the HBO Drama’s Evolution
The showrunner discusses raising the stakes for Rue, leaning into comedy and adopting a more cinematic style to explore the “Wild West of adulthood.”
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Inside ‘Euphoria’ Season 3: Sam Levinson on Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney and the HBO Drama’s Evolution. The showrunner discusses raising the stakes for Rue, leaning into comedy and adopting a more cinematic style to explore the “Wild West of adulthood.”
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The showrunner discusses raising the stakes for Rue, leaning into comedy and adopting a more cinematic style to explore the “Wild West of adulthood.”
Variety
Jun 1, 22:00
Josh O’Connor, Tom Francis, Sam Taylor-Johnson, Thea Sharrock and Edward Enninful to Present at Inaugural Power of Women London
Variety has announced the presenters for the inaugural Power of Women London taking place on June 3. The event, in partnership with A+E Global Media’s Lifetime, celebrates the Power of Women honorees, who will each be featured on five different Variety covers of the accompanying issue. “Saturday Night Live UK” cast member and “Weekend Update” […]
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Josh O’Connor, Tom Francis, Sam Taylor-Johnson, Thea Sharrock and Edward Enninful to Present at Inaugural Power of Women London. The event, in partnership with A+E Global Media’s Lifetime, celebrates the Power of Women honorees, who will each be featured on five different Variety covers of the accompanying issue. “Saturday Night Live UK” cast member and “Weekend Update” […]
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Variety has announced the presenters for the inaugural Power of Women London taking place on June 3.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 21:33
Jonathan Bailey Opens Up Being Confident in Coming Out: “I Wasn’t Gonna Not Hold My Boyfriend’s Hand in the Street”
Talking to Elton John for the inaugural Elton John Impact Awards, the 'Wicked' star shares his journey from realizing he was gay to becoming aware of the possible impact on his acting career.
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Jonathan Bailey Opens Up Being Confident in Coming Out: “I Wasn’t Gonna Not Hold My Boyfriend’s Hand in the Street”. Talking to Elton John for the inaugural Elton John Impact Awards, the 'Wicked' star shares his journey from realizing he was gay to becoming aware of the possible impact on his acting career.
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Talking to Elton John for the inaugural Elton John Impact Awards, the 'Wicked' star shares his journey from realizing he was gay to becoming aware of the possible impact on his acting career.
Deadline
Jun 1, 21:31
‘Euphoria’ Creator Sam Levinson & Cast On Telling The “Honest Ending” After 3 Seasons: “There’s No Reason To Sugarcoat”
In another world, HBO’s Euphoria might’ve had a happy ending. But then, that wouldn’t have been very truthful, says creator Sam Levinson. “The honest ending is people like Rue don’t make it,” he said in a behind-the-scenes video after the now-series finale. In Sunday night’s finale, Zendaya’s Rue Bennett dies of a fentanyl overdose after […]
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‘Euphoria’ Creator Sam Levinson & Cast On Telling The “Honest Ending” After 3 Seasons: “There’s No Reason To Sugarcoat”. But then, that wouldn’t have been very truthful, says creator Sam Levinson. In Sunday night’s finale, Zendaya’s Rue Bennett dies of a fentanyl overdose after […]
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In another world, HBO’s Euphoria might’ve had a happy ending.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 21:28
Why Did ‘Backrooms’ and ‘Obsession’ Spark Ghost-Directing Speculation?
"This is just a chronic pattern of contempt for the next wave of cultural production," an industry insider tells The Hollywood Reporter about baseless online conspiracies surrounding the horror hits.
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"This is just a chronic pattern of contempt for the next wave of cultural production," an industry insider tells The Hollywood Reporter about baseless online conspiracies surrounding the horror hits.
Variety
Jun 1, 20:51
‘The Lost Boys’ Director Michael Arden on Honoring the Cult Horror Classic and His Plans for ‘Happy Feet’ Broadway Musical With ‘Anthropomorphic Animals’
Last year, Michael Arden turned a musical about two robots into a Tony Award winner for best musical. This year, he’s taking on vampires. The Tony-winning director is at the helm of “The Lost Boys,” a pricey stage adaptation of the 1987 cult-classic film. With 12 Tony nominations, including two for Arden himself (as a […]
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‘The Lost Boys’ Director Michael Arden on Honoring the Cult Horror Classic and His Plans for ‘Happy Feet’ Broadway Musical With ‘Anthropomorphic Animals’. The Tony-winning director is at the helm of “The Lost Boys,” a pricey stage adaptation of the 1987 cult-classic film. With 12 Tony nominations, including two for Arden himself (as a […]
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Last year, Michael Arden turned a musical about two robots into a Tony Award winner for best musical.
Deadline
Jun 1, 20:30
Reese’s Book Club Pick ‘The Fine Art of Lying’ To Be Adapted As TV Series By UCP With Scarlett Johansson’s These Pictures Producing
EXCLUSIVE: Fresh off its selection as Reese’s Book Club pick for May 2026, Alexandra Andrews’ The Fine Art of Lying has been acquired for series development at UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group. Andrews is executive producing the thriller drama project along with Scarlett Johansson’s These Pictures. In The Fine Art of Lying, Clare […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Fresh off its selection as Reese’s Book Club pick for May 2026, Alexandra Andrews’ The Fine Art of Lying has been acquired for series development at UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group. Andrews is executive producing the thriller drama project along with Scarlett Johansson’s These Pictures. In The Fine Art of Lying, Clare […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Fresh off its selection as Reese’s Book Club pick for May 2026, Alexandra Andrews’ The Fine Art of Lying has been acquired for series development at UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group.
Deadline
Jun 1, 20:01
Barry Levinson Signs With United Talent Agency
EXCLUSIVE: United Talent Agency (UTA) has inked Oscar, Emmy, DGA, and WGA-winning writer and director Barry Levinson for representation in all areas. The 6x Oscar nominated, Rain Man Oscar winning filmmaker counts a feature canon of such pics as Good Morning, Vietnam, Bugsy, The Natural, Avalon and Diner. Last year, Levinson directed and produced The Alto Knights, starring Robert DeNiro, and executive […]
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Barry Levinson Signs With United Talent Agency. The 6x Oscar nominated, Rain Man Oscar winning filmmaker counts a feature canon of such pics as Good Morning, Vietnam, Bugsy, The Natural, Avalon and Diner. Last year, Levinson directed and produced The Alto Knights, starring Robert DeNiro, and executive […]
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EXCLUSIVE: United Talent Agency (UTA) has inked Oscar, Emmy, DGA, and WGA-winning writer and director Barry Levinson for representation in all areas.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 20:01
SXSW London Kicks Off Film Strand With World Premiere of ‘Virginia Woolf’s Night and Day’
Castmembers Haley Bennett, Jack Whitehall and Sally Phillips, sans co-stars Jennifer Saunders and Lily Allen, caught up with The Hollywood Reporter on the pink carpet.
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SXSW London Kicks Off Film Strand With World Premiere of ‘Virginia Woolf’s Night and Day’. Castmembers Haley Bennett, Jack Whitehall and Sally Phillips, sans co-stars Jennifer Saunders and Lily Allen, caught up with The Hollywood Reporter on the pink carpet.
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Castmembers Haley Bennett, Jack Whitehall and Sally Phillips, sans co-stars Jennifer Saunders and Lily Allen, caught up with The Hollywood Reporter on the pink carpet.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 20:00
Where to Watch ‘Love Island’ U.K. Season 13 in the U.S.
Here's how to catch the action as it unfolds live.
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Where to Watch ‘Love Island’ U.K. Season 13 in the U.S.. Here's how to catch the action as it unfolds live.
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Here's how to catch the action as it unfolds live.
Variety
Jun 1, 20:00
‘Outlander: Blood of My Blood’ Season 2 Sets Starz Release Date, Drops Tearjerking First Teaser
“Outlander: Blood of My Blood” Season 2 has set its premiere date at Starz. The second season of the romantic epic prequel series will launch on Sept. 18. Starz has also released the first teaser for the new season, which can be seen below. Season 1 of the show introduced fans to both Claire and […]
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‘Outlander: Blood of My Blood’ Season 2 Sets Starz Release Date, Drops Tearjerking First Teaser. The second season of the romantic epic prequel series will launch on Sept. Season 1 of the show introduced fans to both Claire and […]
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“Outlander: Blood of My Blood” Season 2 has set its premiere date at Starz.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 20:00
Happy ‘Outlander’ Day: Starz Reveals ‘Blood of my Blood’ Season 2 Premiere Date
It’s June 1, and that can mean only one thing. OK, so it could actually mean a lot of things — the start of Pride, for example — but in this case, we’re talking about World Outlander Day.
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Happy ‘Outlander’ Day: Starz Reveals ‘Blood of my Blood’ Season 2 Premiere Date. Yes, every June 1, the Sassenachs pull out their finest tartan to celebrate the date Diana Gabaldon published the very first Outlander novel in 1991.
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It’s June 1, and that can mean only one thing.
Deadline
Jun 1, 20:00
‘Outlander: Blood Of My Blood’ Sets Season 2 Premiere At Starz & Drops Teaser
Outlander: Blood of My Blood will return with Season 2 on September 18, World Outlander Day, via Starz. A new teaser was released and can be found above. Season 2 will continue to feature the enduring love of the series’ two lead couples and offer hope for survival amid a brewing war as they fight […]
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‘Outlander: Blood Of My Blood’ Sets Season 2 Premiere At Starz & Drops Teaser. Outlander: Blood of My Blood will return with Season 2 on September 18, World Outlander Day, via Starz. A new teaser was released and can be found above.
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Outlander: Blood of My Blood will return with Season 2 on September 18, World Outlander Day, via Starz.
Variety
Jun 1, 19:30
Antoni Porowski Addresses the ‘Queer Eye’ Drama, Finding LGBTQ+ Community on ‘Best of the World,’ and Why He’s Still ‘Left With More Questions Than Answers’
After starring in the same show for nearly a decade, Antoni Porowski — who says he “gets off” on the unknown — finds himself in a remarkable transition period in his career. In his first post-”Queer Eye” adventure, he traveled the world to Mexico City, London, Paris and New York City as part of his […]
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Antoni Porowski Addresses the ‘Queer Eye’ Drama, Finding LGBTQ+ Community on ‘Best of the World,’ and Why He’s Still ‘Left With More Questions Than Answers’. After starring in the same show for nearly a decade, Antoni Porowski — who says he “gets off” on the unknown — finds himself in a remarkable transition period in his career.
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In his first post-”Queer Eye” adventure, he traveled the world to Mexico City, London, Paris and New York City as part of his […]
Variety
Jun 1, 19:26
‘Deli Boys’ Makes Broadway History as the Hulu Comedy Takes A Bite Out of Emmy FYC Season (EXCLUSIVE)
Greetings from Variety Awards Headquarters! Today is June 1, 2026, which means it’s 10 days until nominations-round voting begins on June 11; 21 days until nominations-round voting ends on June 22 at 10 p.m.; and 37 days until Emmy nominations are announced on July 8. And looking far ahead, it’s 105 days until the 78th Emmy Awards on Sept. 14 on NBC. Welcome to June! That’s it, nothing else can premiere — […]
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‘Deli Boys’ Makes Broadway History as the Hulu Comedy Takes A Bite Out of Emmy FYC Season (EXCLUSIVE). And looking far ahead, it’s 105 days until the 78th Emmy Awards on Sept. That’s it, nothing else can premiere — […]
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That’s it, nothing else can premiere — […]
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 19:18
M.I.A. Sues Kid Cudi Over Tour Firing: “He Knew Her Politics”
"M.I.A. was terminated to generate publicity for the tour, which has struggled with ticket sales," the controversial performer alleged in a lawsuit filed in federal court on May 29.
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was terminated to generate publicity for the tour, which has struggled with ticket sales," the controversial performer alleged in a lawsuit filed in federal court on May 29.
Deadline
Jun 1, 19:12
Zack Snyder To Direct Reimaging Of John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’
Zack Snyder is set to write and direct a reimagining of Escape from New York, the dystopian cult classic from John Carpenter, Deadline can confirm. Details as to the plot of the new film remain under wraps. StudioCanal announced it at CinemaCon in April. The Picture Company’s Andrew Rona and Alex Heineman will produce through their […]
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Zack Snyder To Direct Reimaging Of John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’. Details as to the plot of the new film remain under wraps. StudioCanal announced it at CinemaCon in April.
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Zack Snyder is set to write and direct a reimagining of Escape from New York, the dystopian cult classic from John Carpenter, Deadline can confirm.
Variety
Jun 1, 19:04
How ‘Drag Race’ Makeup Artist David Petruschin Spends Six Hours Transforming RuPaul With a ‘Complete Reconstruction’
Among the first people to arrive on set at “RuPaul’s Drag Race” are RuPaul and her makeup artist, David Petruschin, better known as “Raven.” During the show’s FYC event, which included a set visit to the location where “Drag Race” films, Petruschin explained what it takes to transform RuPaul. He said, “We spend about six […]
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Among the first people to arrive on set at “RuPaul’s Drag Race” are RuPaul and her makeup artist, David Petruschin, better known as “Raven.” During the show’s FYC event, which included a set visit to the location where “Drag Race” films, Petruschin explained what it takes to transform RuPaul.
Variety
Jun 1, 19:00
The Monroe Doctrine: How Marilyn Set the Standard for Incandescent Stardom
Marilyn Monroe still casts a long shadow across Hollywood. The highs and lows of her life and work are a constant source of comparison for fast-rising female stars. Especially if they happen to be young, talented and blonde. Monroe’s indelible image defines what it means for an actor to achieve a transcendent level of celebrity […]
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The Monroe Doctrine: How Marilyn Set the Standard for Incandescent Stardom. The highs and lows of her life and work are a constant source of comparison for fast-rising female stars. Monroe’s indelible image defines what it means for an actor to achieve a transcendent level of celebrity […]
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Marilyn Monroe still casts a long shadow across Hollywood.
Variety
Jun 1, 19:00
Cinespia to Host Fourth of July Fireworks Screenings of ‘Shrek’ and ‘Jurassic Park’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Cinespia, Los Angeles’ longest-running outdoor cinematic experience, has released its July lineup, set to be held at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. As part of its landmark 25th anniversary season, Cinespia will host community screenings of “Legally Blonde” at the end of June, a special Fourth of July Firework Spectacular screening of “Shrek,” along with “Jurassic […]
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Cinespia, Los Angeles’ longest-running outdoor cinematic experience, has released its July lineup, set to be held at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. As part of its landmark 25th anniversary season, Cinespia will host community screenings of “Legally Blonde” at the end of June, a special Fourth of July Firework Spectacular screening of “Shrek,” along with “Jurassic […]
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Cinespia, Los Angeles’ longest-running outdoor cinematic experience, has released its July lineup, set to be held at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Deadline
Jun 1, 19:00
Zoë Kravitz Set For Apple Film From ‘My Old Ass’ Helmer Megan Park
EXCLUSIVE: Zoë Kravitz (Caught Stealing) is set for the lead role in Apple’s new film from My Old Ass helmer Megan Park. Currently untitled, the mystery project’s logline is being kept under wraps. Park will direct from her own script and exec produce, with Apple Studios and LuckyChap to produce in association with FilmNation. Tom Ackerley and Bronte […]
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Zoë Kravitz Set For Apple Film From ‘My Old Ass’ Helmer Megan Park. Currently untitled, the mystery project’s logline is being kept under wraps. Park will direct from her own script and exec produce, with Apple Studios and LuckyChap to produce in association with FilmNation.
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EXCLUSIVE: Zoë Kravitz (Caught Stealing) is set for the lead role in Apple’s new film from My Old Ass helmer Megan Park.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 18:47
Zack Snyder Tackling Reimagining of John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’ (Exclusive)
StudioCanal and the Picture Company are behind the hot package which is being taken out to studios and streamers.
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Zack Snyder Tackling Reimagining of John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’ (Exclusive). StudioCanal and the Picture Company are behind the hot package which is being taken out to studios and streamers.
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StudioCanal and the Picture Company are behind the hot package which is being taken out to studios and streamers.
Deadline
Jun 1, 18:37
Everything We Know About ‘Toy Story 5’ So Far
We’ll always have a friend in the Toy Story franchise, which has film #5 coming this summer. First announced in February 2023, the fifth film of the beloved Disney Pixar series has added a new roster of voices to its cast, and it will take on a prevalent theme in the age of AI and […]
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Everything We Know About ‘Toy Story 5’ So Far. We’ll always have a friend in the Toy Story franchise, which has film #5 coming this summer. First announced in February 2023, the fifth film of the beloved Disney Pixar series has added a new roster of voices to its cast, and it will take on a prevalent theme in the age of AI and […]
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We’ll always have a friend in the Toy Story franchise, which has film #5 coming this summer.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 18:31
Taylor Swift Reuniting With Jack Antonoff For Country Track on ‘Toy Story 5’ Soundtrack
The singer-songwriter will be releasing the song “I Knew It, I Knew You” this week ahead of the film’s release later this month.
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Taylor Swift Reuniting With Jack Antonoff For Country Track on ‘Toy Story 5’ Soundtrack. The singer-songwriter will be releasing the song “I Knew It, I Knew You” this week ahead of the film’s release later this month.
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The singer-songwriter will be releasing the song “I Knew It, I Knew You” this week ahead of the film’s release later this month.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 18:30
Anna Kendrick to Direct ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’ Film Adaptation
Netflix will adapt Taylor Jenkins Reid’s 2017 best-selling novel.
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Anna Kendrick to Direct ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’ Film Adaptation. Netflix will adapt Taylor Jenkins Reid’s 2017 best-selling novel.
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Netflix will adapt Taylor Jenkins Reid’s 2017 best-selling novel.
Deadline
Jun 1, 18:30
‘Famous Last Words’, ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ & ‘Love On The Spectrum’ Creators Get Real – Netflix & Deadline Present: The Visionaries
The crux of any good documentary or unscripted series hinges on the subjects’ willingness to open up. Easier said than done, of course. This is true regardless of genre or subject matter, agreed some of Netflix’s top unscripted creators, but they also say that, the more difficult or personal the discussion, the harder it can […]
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‘Famous Last Words’, ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ & ‘Love On The Spectrum’ Creators Get Real – Netflix & Deadline Present: The Visionaries. Easier said than done, of course. This is true regardless of genre or subject matter, agreed some of Netflix’s top unscripted creators, but they also say that, the more difficult or personal the discussion, the harder it can […]
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The crux of any good documentary or unscripted series hinges on the subjects’ willingness to open up.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 18:06
LG Channels Is Totally Ripping Off ‘Puppy Bowl’ for the World Cup
It's OK: Bright Spot Content produces both.
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LG Channels Is Totally Ripping Off ‘Puppy Bowl’ for the World Cup. It's OK: Bright Spot Content produces both.
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It's OK: Bright Spot Content produces both.
Deadline
Jun 1, 18:02
Taylor Swift Unveils Original Song Written For ‘Toy Story 5’
Taylor Swift’s next song will arrive to streaming platforms June 5. The singer songwriter has penned an original song for Disney Pixar’s Toy Story 5, titled “I Knew It, I Knew You.” Over the weekend, billboards with the TS initials, which stand for Taylor Swift and Toy Story popped up in Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, […]
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Taylor Swift Unveils Original Song Written For ‘Toy Story 5’. Taylor Swift’s next song will arrive to streaming platforms June 5. The singer songwriter has penned an original song for Disney Pixar’s Toy Story 5, titled “I Knew It, I Knew You.
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Taylor Swift’s next song will arrive to streaming platforms June 5.
Deadline
Jun 1, 18:01
Motion Picture Academy Creates New Honor To Celebrate Theaters And The Moviegoing Experience
Oscar adds a new honor, not for moviemakers, but rather the theaters that show their films. Well, it is not exactly an Oscar, but rather a new honor that “celebrates” moviegoing and the great tradition of the theatrical experience. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced the Academy Marquee List, a global […]
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Motion Picture Academy Creates New Honor To Celebrate Theaters And The Moviegoing Experience. Well, it is not exactly an Oscar, but rather a new honor that “celebrates” moviegoing and the great tradition of the theatrical experience. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced the Academy Marquee List, a global […]
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Oscar adds a new honor, not for moviemakers, but rather the theaters that show their films.
Hollywoodreporter
Jun 1, 18:00
Film Academy Launches List to Recognize Exceptional Movie Theaters Around World
The Academy Marquee Theater List will highlight theaters that provide exceptional audience experiences, preserve cinematic history and serve as cultural anchors in their communities. The initial list will include 50 theaters, 25 from the U.S. and 25 from outside of it.
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Film Academy Launches List to Recognize Exceptional Movie Theaters Around World. The Academy Marquee Theater List will highlight theaters that provide exceptional audience experiences, preserve cinematic history and serve as cultural anchors in their communities. The initial list will include 50 theaters, 25 from the U.S.
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The Academy Marquee Theater List will highlight theaters that provide exceptional audience experiences, preserve cinematic history and serve as cultural anchors in their communities.
Deadline
Jun 1, 17:30
Anna Kendrick To Direct Netflix’s Adaptation Of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s Novel ‘The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo’
EXCLUSIVE: Following the success of her directorial debut, Woman of The Hour, Anna Kendrick is reuniting with Netflix on her next directing gig and has set her sights on one of the studio’s high-profile adaptations. Sources tell Deadline, Kendrick is coming on to direct an adaptation of the Taylor Jenkins Reid novel The Seven Husbands […]
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Anna Kendrick To Direct Netflix’s Adaptation Of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s Novel ‘The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo’. EXCLUSIVE: Following the success of her directorial debut, Woman of The Hour, Anna Kendrick is reuniting with Netflix on her next directing gig and has set her sights on one of the studio’s high-profile adaptations.
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Sources tell Deadline, Kendrick is coming on to direct an adaptation of the Taylor Jenkins Reid novel The Seven Husbands […]