Paramount-WBD merger clears final hurdle as judge approves antitrust settlement
The merger is expected to close as early as October 6, with Ynon Kreiz named co-CEO of the expanded studio.
Indiewire · +13 outlets
Neon developing open-source SCP Foundation anthology film under Creative Commons license, countering A24
Neon's project responds to A24's earlier acquisition of an SCP Foundation movie from Spooky Pictures and Image Nation Studios.
Deadline · +3 outlets
Sony and Amazon near green light for Spider-Man Clone Saga TV series
The series would adapt the Marvel Comics Clone Saga storyline for Amazon's streaming platform.
Flickering Myth · +11 outlets
Tom Cruise's 'Digger' faces bumpy box office as 'Verity' targets $35 million debut
Anne Hathaway's Colleen Hoover adaptation is projected for a solid opening while the Warner Bros. awards play may open far lower.
The Hollywood Reporter · +2 outlets
Sony sets holiday 2027 release dates for '24 Jump Street' and Ridley Scott's 'Treasure Island'
Sony announced the dates during Cinema United's Fall Summit alongside other schedule additions and changes.
Deadline · +7 outlets
Alec Baldwin's civil rights lawsuit over 'Rust' prosecution dismissed
The court cited prosecutorial immunity for Santa Fe officials while noting potential gross misconduct in the criminal case.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
Starz warns it may go dark on Verizon FiOS amid carriage dispute
The distributor warned of potential loss of all its channels, Starz on Demand and the Starz app through Verizon FiOS.
Deadline · +2 outlets
Ted Cruz blocks Senate effort to pass No Fakes Act on AI deepfakes
Cruz said the legislation lacked sufficient exceptions for use of a person's image.
Deadline · +13 outlets
Nicolas Cage compares Marvel Cinematic Universe to a 'glorified WWE'
The actor's critique at Fan Expo Dallas gained traction on social media.
Variety · +14 outlets
Golden Globes: 'Obsession' submitted in Musical/Comedy categories
Insiders cite precedent including 'Get Out' and 'The Banshees of Inisherin' for genre-blurring films submitted in those categories.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
Joachim Ronning to direct horror film 'System' for Spooky Pictures and Image Nation
The film is currently in production in London with plot details under wraps.
Deadline · +3 outlets
Mikey Madison responds to Britney Spears biopic casting buzz
Director Jon M. Chu said he is not yet thinking about casting for the film.
Billboard · +3 outlets
Zoe Saldana confirms she won't return to Taylor Sheridan shows after 'Lioness'
The star described the grueling experience of playing Joe in the series.
Collider · +14 outlets
Macklemore's Free Palestine tour sells out immediately across three dates
All shows in Dublin, Paris and London sold out, with a lineup to be announced soon.
Deadline · +12 outlets
Florence Pugh says Instagram censored her Cornell 7 posts on sexual assault case
Pugh discussed the censorship during the press tour for Netflix's 'East of Eden.'
Variety · +12 outlets
Bradley Whitford says it may be time to bring back 'The West Wing' as a limited series
Series creator Aaron Sorkin has long been the subject of revival speculation.
Variety · +13 outlets
Rihanna shooting suspect indicted, pleads not guilty to upgraded charges
Ivanna Ortiz was declared mentally competent to stand trial.
Rolling Stone
Curry Barker sets 'Anything But Ghosts' horror follow-up starring Aaron Paul for May 2027
The follow-up to 'Obsession' sets a release date with the 'Breaking Bad' star attached.
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