Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' receives rave first reactions ahead of world premiere
The three-hour epic adaptation of Homer premiered in London with strong critical reactions praising its filmmaking and ambition.
Deadline · +4 outlets
Democratic candidate Graham Platner faces sexual assault allegation, pauses Maine Senate campaign
A Politico report alleges sexual assault by the Maine Democratic Senate nominee, prompting Democratic officials to withdraw support and the candidate to pause h
Mediaite · +14 outlets
Sky agrees to acquire ITV for 1.6 billion pounds, reshaping UK media landscape
Comcast-owned Sky is purchasing ITV Studios and the broader ITV media arm in a major consolidation of UK broadcasting.
Variety · +14 outlets
Xbox announces 3200 layoffs and divestiture of four studios in restructuring effort
Microsoft's Xbox division is cutting staff and divesting studios as CEO Asha Sharma attempts to save the struggling gaming unit.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
'Minions & Monsters' tops box office weekend, narrowly beating 'Toy Story 5' holiday haul
The animated film edges out Pixar in the Fourth of July weekend race but with lower-than-expected revenue.
Borneo Bulletin · +13 outlets
Netflix sees major season-to-season viewer drops on hit series, some down 70 percent
The streaming platform is experiencing significant audience attrition between first and subsequent seasons.
9to5Mac · +13 outlets
Lauren Bennett, G.R.L. member and 'Party Rock Anthem' collaborator, dies at 36-37
The singer of the 2011 hit 'Party Rock Anthem' with LMFAO and member of girl group G.R.L. has died.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
Trump confirms call to FIFA regarding reversal of Folarin Balogun red card suspension
The president disclosed intervention in the World Cup eligibility decision affecting the USMNT striker.
Deadline · +14 outlets
Versant Media agrees to buy Full Swing golf simulator company for 530 million dollars
The Tiger Woods-backed company is acquired by the media investment firm in a major sports technology deal.
CNBC · +14 outlets
'Obsession' becomes highest-grossing film with under-1-million budget in 53 years
The horror film passes $400 million worldwide, breaking Bruce Lee's 1973 record.
TheWrap · +14 outlets
'Dutton Ranch' breakout Natalie Alyn Lind discusses character's shocking pregnancy and death storylines
The actress and Kelly Reilly/Cole Hauser discuss the spinoff's dramatic season and adaptation without creator Taylor Sheridan.
Variety · +1 outlets
Muhammad Ali series 'The Greatest' sets November 4 premiere on Prime Video with widow as EP
Lonnie Ali executive produces the first authorized scripted series about the boxing legend.
Variety · +14 outlets
New York Times appears to be cracking down on login sharing across subscriber base
The publisher follows Disney and Netflix in enforcing account sharing restrictions.
Nieman Lab · +14 outlets
Television City and Orbital Studios launch virtual production studio in LA's Fairfax District
The LED volume partnership brings advanced virtual production capabilities to the historic Television City lot.
Variety · +2 outlets
Amazon's 'Tomb Raider' video game launches with new Lara Croft casting
The tech giant is pursuing classic franchises including the video game adaptation following its James Bond game deal.
Variety · +14 outlets
Vista Equity and Quinti Capital offer to buy French adtech firm Criteo
The takeover offer targets the Paris-based advertising technology company valued at over $1 billion.
Reuters · +6 outlets
Netflix's 'Human Vapor' teams Toho and 'Train to Busan' writer for ambitious Japanese thriller
The streaming platform partners with Toho and Oscar-winning VFX team for Yeon Sang-ho's project.
The Hollywood Reporter · +4 outlets
Trump confirms helipad construction on White House South Lawn, replacing previous sporting installation
The president announced the circular structure on the South Lawn will be a helipad for Marine One.
Deadline · +14 outlets