Paramount+ Drama Slate Overhaul Weighed Post WBD Merger, Including HBO Moves
Options under discussion include moving series to HBO and shared oversight by Sarah Aubrey and Francesca Orsi.
Deadline · +1 outlets
Gavin Newsom Proposes Expanding California Film and TV Tax Credit to at Least $1 Billion
The exiting governor's proposal would sharply increase the state's production incentive as other regions compete for shoots.
Variety · +13 outlets
Disney and WWE Ink Expanded Partnership Including Avengers: Doomsday-Themed Event
The deal includes a John Cena Classic and a two-day Worlds Collide takeover tied to the Marvel film.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
Netflix Launches AI Discovery Tool in Test for Subscribers
The AI Discover tab is being offered to a subset of the streaming service's user base.
Deadline · +14 outlets
BAFTA Unveils 2026 Breakthrough U.K. Cohort of 21 Creatives, Backed by Netflix
The 13th edition of the Netflix-supported talent program selects emerging film, TV and games creatives, including Ella Bruccoleri and Imran Perretta.
Variety · +8 outlets
Weta FX and TAICCA Partner to Build Taiwan Into an AI Screen Production Hub for Asia
The New Zealand VFX house and Taiwan Creative Content Agency aim to establish AI-driven production capacity in the region.
Variety · +2 outlets
Cinemark CEO Says Chain Won't Screen Brad Pitt's Cliff Booth Over Netflix Demands
The exhibitor cited long-term industry risk in declining to book the Netflix title.
Deadline · +10 outlets
Networks Project Jon Ossoff Wins Re-Election to Georgia Senate Seat
The Georgia Democrat's win was the first major race call of the night, drawing national attention to his campaign messaging.
Deadline · +13 outlets
Jury Begins Deliberating Verdicts in Russell Brand Rape and Sexual Assault Trial
The trial's outcome now rests with the jury after closing arguments.
BBC · +14 outlets
James Wan and Jason Blum Unveil Merged Studio Name: Blumhouse Atomic
The horror producers formalized the branding of their combined company following their partnership.
Variety · +7 outlets
Jason Statham and Guy Ritchie Reunite for Netflix Revenge Feature Dogfight
The film marks another collaboration between the director and star, this time for the streaming service.
Deadline · +13 outlets
Justin Timberlake to Release Four-Part Tell-All Docuseries on Apple Featuring Janet Jackson
The Apple project is described as revisiting major career moments and controversies.
Variety · +14 outlets
Celebrities Urge Fans to Vote as 2026 Midterms Head to the Polls
Pedro Pascal, Olivia Rodrigo, Jennifer Lawrence and others posted get-out-the-vote messages on social media.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
Netflix's Matthew Perry Doc Tops Weekly English TV Rankings; Lupin Part 4 Leads All Series
The three-part documentary on Perry drew the most English-language viewing for the week.
Deadline · +6 outlets
Paris Jackson Asks Michael Jackson Estate to Fund $600M to Family Trust
The request seeks a large transfer from the late singer's estate to a family trust.
The New York Times · +14 outlets
Netflix Orders YA Series Prep Based on Curtis Sittenfeld Novel
The adaptation comes from One Day EP Nicole Taylor and Gloria Sanchez Productions.
Deadline · +9 outlets
Park Hoon-jung's Assassin Noir Tristes Tropiques Sells to North America, France, Spain
Well Go USA picked up North American rights to the Korean genre film, sold by Finecut at AFM.
Variety · +2 outlets
Johnny Depp No Longer Rules Out Return to Pirates of the Caribbean
The actor discussed conditions for reprising Jack Sparrow after years away from the franchise.
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