Netflix Ousts Film Chief Dan Lin in Latest Executive Shuffle, Following 6% Workforce Cut
Lin's exit as head of film, reportedly tied to tension with Greta Gerwig over the 'Narnia' adaptation, deepens leadership turmoil as Wall Street awaits earnings
Variety · +3 outlets
Disney Names Carol Choi President of Asia-Pacific as Luke Kang Retires
Choi, a 20-year Disney veteran, takes over Dec. 1 oversight of studios, streaming, original content and consumer products across the region.
The Hollywood Reporter · +5 outlets
Christiane Amanpour to Leave CNN After 43 Years
The veteran anchor announced she will depart the network next June, ending one of the longest tenures in international broadcast news.
The New York Times · +14 outlets
Fox Corp Legal Chief Adam Ciongoli Steps Down; Nicholas Trutanich Named General Counsel
Ciongoli, who steered Fox through election-falsehood litigation, exits effective Dec. 1 and will remain a special advisor.
Deadline · +8 outlets
Ann Hornaday, Longtime Washington Post Film Critic and Pulitzer Finalist, Dies at 66
Hornaday spent more than two decades at the Post and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist for criticism.
Variety · +5 outlets
Jon Stewart Extends 'The Daily Show' Run Through the 2028 Election
The extension keeps Stewart at the Comedy Central franchise through another full presidential cycle.
CNN · +13 outlets
Dwayne Johnson and Benny Safdie's 'Lizard Music' Sets Christmas Day 2027 Release via Amazon MGM
Safdie directs the live-action/CGI hybrid adapting Daniel Pinkwater's novel for a holiday theatrical slot.
The Hollywood Reporter · +7 outlets
'Star Wars'-Themed Animated Altcast Joins Disney's Super Bowl LXI Lineup for 2027
The 'Funday Football' installment will air on Disney Channel, XD and Disney+ alongside ESPN's other alternate presentations of the game.
The Hollywood Reporter · +4 outlets
Apu Returns to 'The Simpsons' With Sunil Malhotra Voicing the Character
The character is heard for the first time in nearly a decade, with Malhotra taking over the role from Hank Azaria.
The New York Times · +14 outlets
Richard Riehle, Prolific Character Actor Best Known for 'Office Space,' Dies at 78
Riehle's credits spanned 'Office Space,' 'Star Trek,' 'Bridesmaids' and hundreds of other film and TV roles.
Variety · +13 outlets
Gwyneth Paltrow Sets First Lead TV Role in A24 Drama 'The Apology' at Netflix
Netflix ordered two seasons of the A24 series, marking Paltrow's first leading television part.
Variety · +3 outlets
'You Can See Everything' Sets Oscar Campaigns for Best Picture, Supporting Actress and More
Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's A24 documentary is being positioned across multiple categories as awards season ramps up.
Variety · +9 outlets
Michael Douglas Says Marvel Would Not Let Him Quit and Kill Off Hank Pym
The actor said he asked the studio to end his Ant-Man character after two films and was refused.
Variety · +11 outlets
'Orphan Black' Lands on HBO Max and Peacock in Co-Exclusive Streaming Deal
Boat Rocker closed U.S. pacts making all five seasons of the sci-fi drama available on both platforms.
Deadline · +2 outlets
Rita Wilson Teases Return for Lena Dunham's 'Girls' Revival on HBO
HBO and Dunham have set a five-episode revival for 2027, with Wilson hinting she will reprise her role as Marnie's mother.
Deadline · +3 outlets
Dwayne Johnson Unveils 'Jumanji: Open World' Look Ahead of December Release
Jack Black, Kevin Hart and Karen Gillan return for Jake Kasdan's final installment in the Sony trilogy.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
Russell Brand Trial Hears Testimony From Woman Alleging Rape
Prosecutors told the court Brand had a 'maniacal grin' as he dragged a woman into a toilet before the alleged assault.
BBC
Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Draws Kylie Jenner Fantasy Bra Criticism and Postpartum Runway Note
The revived show sparked debate over the Fantasy Bra's return and praise for Barbara Palvin walking six weeks postpartum.
USA Today · +1 outlets