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Spotlight18 stories ›

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Becomes Fastest Film to Cross $500M at Domestic Box Office
The Sony/Marvel film continues breaking records, reaching the milestone faster than any previous title.
Deadline
Nielsen Acquires Ad-Tech Firm DoubleVerify for $2.15 Billion
The all-cash acquisition strengthens Nielsen's digital measurement capabilities as media companies face increased scrutiny.
Deadline · +1 outlets
UK Approves Paramount Skydance Acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery
European media leaders rally behind David Ellison as the deal clears a major regulatory hurdle.
Variety
'Michael' Boosts Lionsgate Quarterly Results as Studio Narrows Loss to $29M
The Michael Jackson biopic drove Lionsgate's movie division to its best-ever June quarter profit of $105 million.
Variety
Lionsgate CEO Endorses Paramount-WBD Deal, Calls Uncertainty 'The Worst'
Jon Feltheimer publicly supports the merger amid ongoing regulatory delays.
Deadline
'Grown Ups 3' Begins Production; Adam Sandler Shares First Set Photo
Netflix's comedy sequel reunites Sandler with franchise co-stars more than a decade later.
Deadline

Movies8 stories ›

Kit Connor cast as Cyclops in Marvel's X-Men reboot
The Heartstopper star is reportedly set to play the mutant leader in the upcoming Marvel Studios X-Men film.
/Film
The Legend of Zelda movie casts Uli Latukefu as Ganondorf
Wes Ball's live-action Zelda film has added the actor to play the franchise's primary antagonist.
/Film
Sam Neill secretly filmed role in Legend of Zelda movie before his death
The late actor reportedly shot a role for the live-action adaptation of the Nintendo franchise prior to his passing.
/Film
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey pushes him past Russo brothers at global box office
Nolan now ranks above Joe and Anthony Russo among the highest-grossing movie directors of all time.
/Film
Gareth Edwards exits Jurassic World Rebirth sequel
The director has stepped away from the follow-up due to creative differences.
/Film
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds reveals unlikely origin of Kirk and Spock's friendship
Season 4 Episode 3 delivers the origin story of Star Trek's most iconic relationship while also celebrating Bonnie Tyler and continuing a long-running green jok
/Film

TV18 stories ›

Disney+ Orders Pilot for 'Spaceship Earth' TV Series Inspired by EPCOT Ride
Disney+ has ordered a pilot for a TV series based on the iconic EPCOT attraction Spaceship Earth.
TVLine
Tom Selleck Says 'Blue Bloods' Cast Took Pay Cuts to Save the Series
Tom Selleck reveals the cast of the long-running CBS procedural took significant salary reductions to keep the show alive.
TVLine
Noah Wyle Cast as Captain Kirk in Upcoming Star Trek Event
The Pitt star Noah Wyle will portray Captain Kirk in a new Star Trek production.
TVLine
Big Bang Theory's Melissa Rauch Returns as Bernadette in 'Stuart Fails to Save the Universe' Episode 3
Melissa Rauch reprises her role as Bernadette in the animated spin-off series Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.
TVLine
James Marsden Set for Apple TV Comedy, David Spade Reprises Joe Dirt in Animated Series
James Marsden is developing a second Apple TV comedy series following Your Friends & Neighbors, while David Spade will voice Joe Dirt in a Fox animated series.
TVLine
PBS' 'Monarch of the Glen' Reboot Sets Cast Including Outlander Villain
First-look photos reveal the cast of the PBS reboot of the Scottish drama series Monarch of the Glen.
TVLine

Music10 stories ›

Universal, Sony sue Canadian streaming app Musi over 'parasitic' YouTube sourcing
UMG and Sony Music have filed copyright action in Canada against the streaming app Musi, coordinated by IFPI and Music Canada, alleging it unlawfully sources mu
Billboard
Madonna and Kylie Minogue release first collaboration 'Love Sensation' remixes
The pop superstars team up for the first time on 'Love Sensation' remixes helmed by Stuart Price, marking a notable first-ever collaboration between the two art
Billboard
CoComelon movie teaser trailer debuts, featuring SZA and Justin Tranter music
The first teaser for 'CoComelon: The Movie' has arrived, with SZA lending her voice and Justin Tranter contributing original music to the franchise's theatrical
Billboard
Ryan Murphy says he may revisit scrapped Ariana Grande American Horror Story role
Ryan Murphy addresses Ariana Grande's exit from American Horror Story, saying he might revisit the scrapped role he had planned for the star at a later time.
Billboard
Son of opera singer Jubilant Sykes pleads not guilty to father's murder
Micah Sykes, arrested in December for the fatal stabbing of his father, opera singer Jubilant Sykes, has entered a not guilty plea.
Billboard
Peter Katsis, manager of Backstreet Boys and Smashing Pumpkins, dies at 69
The veteran music manager and co-founder of Prospect Park Entertainment passed away at age 69, having guided acts including the Backstreet Boys, Smashing Pumpki
Billboard

Gossip18 stories ›

Perez Hilton hospitalized after TikTok livestream; TikTok cites 'moderator error' for delay
Hilton remains hospitalized in Miami after an apparent suicide attempt during a TikTok livestream that stayed up for 15-20 minutes; TikTok blames moderator erro
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Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes face federal lawsuit over Kansas City steakhouse role
The two NFL stars are accused of downplaying their role in a Kansas City steakhouse after being hit with a federal lawsuit, per court docs obtained by TMZ.
TMZ.com
Carrie Underwood returning for 14th season of 'Sunday Night Football'
Underwood will return to NBC's Sunday Night Football for a 14th consecutive season, though some fans are calling for a change.
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Nolan Wells friends hire Trump attorney, launch own Horn Island investigation
As mystery surrounds the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, his friends have lawyered up with President Trump's attorney and their legal team is heading to Horn
TMZ.com
Joan Jett, 67, cancels concerts after breaking back, undergoing surgery
The rocker underwent secret surgery after breaking her back and has canceled upcoming concerts.
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Kevin Hart's company loses bid to keep fight with ex-employees private
A Los Angeles Superior Court denied Kevin Hart's company's effort to move a legal battle with two former employees into private arbitration, per court docs.
TMZ.com

Awards16 stories ›

Michelle Yeoh named Asian Filmmaker of the Year at Busan International Film Festival
The Oscar-winning actress will be honored at BIFF, returning to Busan for the first time in 15 years.
deadline.com · +14 outlets
Motion Picture Academy reveals 2026 Student Academy Award winners; ceremony moves to Toronto International Film Festival
International schools dominated the winners list and the ceremony will take place at TIFF for the first time.
deadline.com · +10 outlets
2026 Critics Choice Super Awards winners: 'The Boys,' 'Obsession,' 'Project Hail Mary' and 'Widow's Bay' lead
The 6th annual CCA Super Awards recognized genre film and television across multiple categories.
deadline.com · +14 outlets
Kim Taylor-Coleman re-elected president of Academy Foundation Board
The casting director will continue leading the philanthropic arm of the Motion Picture Academy.
deadline.com · +7 outlets
Nicolas Cage-Christian Bale 'Madden' biopic set for November release, enters Oscar conversation
The EA Sports video game origin story starring the two actors is positioned for an awards season run.
Yahoo · +7 outlets
'Obsession' star Inde Navarrette draws Oscar buzz for her performance
The actress responds humbly to early awards season speculation and recalls a childhood memory involving Hugh Jackman.
Yahoo · +11 outlets

Fashion18 stories ›

Met Costume Institute selects John Galliano for 2027 exhibit, sparking debate over his antisemitic past
The Costume Institute announced 'John Galliano: Horizons' as the 2027 Met Gala theme, prompting widespread criticism given Galliano's 2011 antisemitic outbursts
Daily Tribune · +14 outlets
A$AP Rocky denies rumored argument with Rihanna after 2026 Met Gala
A$AP Rocky addressed a viral video showing what appeared to be a tense exchange with Rihanna after the Met Gala, dismissing it as 'nosy' rumors.
People.com · +14 outlets
Scarlett Johansson says old Hollywood red carpet standards were 'unachievable'
Scarlett Johansson reflected on the unrealistic and 'unachievable' red carpet expectations placed on actresses early in her career, noting how Hollywood's appro
People.com · +9 outlets
Dua Lipa and Callum Turner make first red carpet appearance as newlyweds
Dua Lipa and Callum Turner stepped out in coordinated evening style for their first red carpet appearance since their reported wedding.
Yahoo Creators · +14 outlets
Variety's Power of Young Hollywood 2026 red carpet features Gen Z fashion
The Variety Power of Young Hollywood event drew young stars including Tate McRae, Madison Beer, Kiernan Shipka and Sienna Spiro in standout fashion looks.
WWD · +10 outlets
A$AP Rocky responds to Drake's diss track 'Where She At'
A$AP Rocky commented on Drake's diss track 'Where She At' from the 'Burning Bridges' project, calling the situation 'bugged out' to him.
Billboard · +14 outlets

Franchise18 stories ›

Disney-TikTok deal gives creators official access to Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar characters
Disney and TikTok struck a global content-sharing deal allowing creators to use Marvel, Star Wars and Pixar characters in short-form videos, with creator conten
The Verge · +15 outlets
Spider-Man: Brand New Day becomes 2026's highest-grossing movie in under a week
Spider-Man: Brand New Day became the highest-grossing film of 2026 after less than a week at the box office, with reports it could challenge Star Wars: The Forc
ScreenRant · +14 outlets
Disney CEO admits Mandalorian and Grogu, Moana underperformed at box office
Disney CEO Bob Iger acknowledged that Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu and Moana underperformed at the box office but said they fueled other parts of the co
Variety · +14 outlets
Disney plans to move merchandise business closer to Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars studios
Disney announced plans to move its merchandise business closer to its Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars creative studios, sending DIS stock higher.
Stocktwits · +14 outlets
Disney Q3 earnings soar as Star Wars, Marvel, Pixar fuel streaming boom
Disney's Q3 earnings rose sharply, driven by streaming growth from its Star Wars, Marvel and Pixar franchises.
complex.com
Sony unveils new Spider-Man-related movie after Brand New Day
Sony officially unveiled a new Spider-Man-related film following Spider-Man: Brand New Day, signaling the continued expansion of the franchise.
IMDb · +14 outlets

Biz15 stories ›

Warner Bros. Discovery revenue falls short on weak box office, NBA loss; streaming revenue up 10%
WBD's Q2 results missed revenue estimates as a weak theatrical slate and the absence of NBA rights dragged on studio and ad revenue, while the streaming segment
Deadline · +15 outlets
Spider-Man: Brand New Day passes $1B at global box office, becomes 2026's highest-grossing film
The Sony/Marvel film crossed $1 billion globally with the second-fastest pace ever, boosting confidence in the Avengers franchise and demonstrating Spider-Man's
The Hollywood Reporter · +15 outlets
Judge sets Paramount-Warner Bros. antitrust trial for March 2027
The US antitrust trial over Paramount Skydance's proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery was scheduled for March 2027, while UK regulators a
Variety · +15 outlets
Disney Q3 earnings beat driven by Toy Story 5, parks, streaming profit
Disney reported strong quarterly results with Disney+ hitting a major profit milestone, Toy Story 5 crossing $1 billion, and a $100M tariff refund, while restru
Deadline · +14 outlets
Disney CEO admits The Mandalorian and Grogu and Moana underperformed at box office
Disney's CEO acknowledged that recent theatrical releases missed expectations but noted they still drove value across other parts of the company like streaming
Variety · +14 outlets
Paramount Skydance lifts full-year profit outlook, Q2 beats as streaming hits 81.6M subs
Paramount Skydance raised its EBITDA target to $3.9B after a Q2 beat driven by streaming profit growth and studio profitability, as it navigates the Warner Bros
finance.biggo.com · +3 outlets