Paramount pauses $111B merger deal with Warner Bros.
The surprise pause on the blockbuster merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. raises questions about regulatory and financing hurdles.
The New York Times · +12 outlets
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' surpasses $639M globally in two weekends
The epic has earned $87M in its second weekend, Nolan's best second weekend ever, with $140M from Imax alone.
Variety · +6 outlets
Ryan Gosling cast as Ghost Rider in new Marvel film announced at Comic-Con
Marvel Studios officially announced a 'Ghost Rider' film starring Ryan Gosling during their Hall H panel at San Diego Comic-Con.
BBC · +14 outlets
Unauthorized copy of 'The Odyssey' posted online; Universal issues takedown warnings
High-quality bootleg copies of Christopher Nolan's film circulated on social media before Universal enforced takedown protocols.
The Hollywood Reporter · +2 outlets
Toy Story 5 crosses $1 billion globally, becomes highest-grossing film of 2026
Disney and Pixar's 'Toy Story 5' is the third film of the year to reach the billion-dollar milestone at the worldwide box office.
Variety · +14 outlets
David Jonsson confirmed as new Black Panther after secret meeting with Ryan Coogler
Marvel boss Kevin Feige revealed that David Jonsson met secretly with Ryan Coogler six months ago and was cast as T'Challa's grown son for 'Black Panther 3' rel
Variety · +14 outlets
Marvel's 'Avengers: Doomsday' footage reveals Doctor Doom backstory at Comic-Con
Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom was shown raising an army of Sentinels in footage that also featured Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool crashing the panel.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
Dylan Mulvaney responds after being name-dropped in Trump's WHCD speech
More than three years after the Bud Light controversy, Mulvaney reacted to being referenced in Donald Trump's White House Correspondents' Dinner remarks.
Deadline · +14 outlets
Singer d4vd's preliminary hearing reveals graphic evidence in teen girl's killing case
A detective testified that d4vd's phone contained sexually explicit photos of a teen and texts about abortion as the murder case proceeds.
ABC7 New York · +14 outlets
Gracie Abrams scores first No. 1 album with 'Daughter From Hell'
The singer-songwriter's third album debuted atop the Billboard 200 with 124,000 equivalent album units.
Variety · +10 outlets
'Hadestown: The Musical' opens to $9.7M, second biggest live-show capture debut since 'Hamilton'
Bleecker Street's filmed stage production earned a strong $9.7M on 1,949 screens, prompting expanded showtimes due to demand.
Deadline · +3 outlets
Warner Bros. sues Amazon for allegedly poaching employees
Warner Bros. filed a lawsuit accusing Amazon of intentionally interfering with contracts and attempting to 'pirate away' employees.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
Tom Holland says some of his movies are 'sh**', making them hard to promote
The actor admitted on a podcast that he has promoted films he disliked, but is enjoying press for 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day.'
The Hollywood Reporter · +2 outlets
Apple TV+ debuts first 'Neuromancer' teaser at San Diego Comic-Con
The teaser for the cyberpunk series adaptation of William Gibson's novel, starring Callum Turner, was shown at SDCC.
Ars Technica · +14 outlets
Charli XCX releases compilation of music, fashion and film B-sides
The artist dropped a new collection of B-sides spanning multiple mediums as she caps her 'Brat' era.
Pitchfork · +14 outlets
Chris Evans says Marvel sent 'at least a dozen pitches' for Captain America return before 'Doomsday'
Evans revealed Marvel approached him multiple times about reprising Steve Rogers before the role was resolved for 'Avengers: Doomsday.'
TheWrap · +8 outlets
Martin Scorsese stars in Lavazza coffee series directed by daughter Francesca
The filmmaker appears opposite his daughter in a five-episode branded series for Lavazza, with cameos from Jason Biggs and Adrien Brody.
The Hollywood Reporter · +4 outlets
Seven-time 'Jeopardy!' champion Courtney Shah dies at 52
Shah, a history professor and Tournament of Champions competitor, died at home after a battle with brain cancer.
Deadline · +14 outlets