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AMC Entertainment Q1 Revenue Jumps 20% Amid Box Office Recovery
AMC Entertainment posted a 20% jump in Q1 revenue to $1 billion, turning EBITDA positive for the first time since COVID and narrowing its net loss. The rebound mirrors a broader entertainment upswing,
How the Met Gala Transformed Into the Tacky ‘Bezos Ball’
The Met Gala’s prestige has waned as corporate money takes center stage, with Jeff and Lauren Sánchez Bezos paying at least $10 million to become honorary chairs. Critics decry the irony of Amazon’s f
North Road Sweeps Netflix #1 Film, Series
Peter Chernin's North Road Company became the first independent producer to hold both the #1 film and #1 series on Netflix's global charts simultaneously, driven by Charlize Theron's 'Apex' and Yahya
Netflix Releases Kylie Minogue Docuseries Trailer
Netflix is rolling out the first glimpse of its new three‑part docuseries ‘Kylie’, starring pop legend Kylie Minogue, who opens up about fame’s pressure and her 2005 breast‑cancer battle. The trailer,
Amazon Tells TSITP Fans to Stay Away From Set
Amazon Prime Video is asking 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' fans to stop visiting the North Carolina film set of the upcoming series finale movie, after unofficial photos of stars Lola Tung and Christop
Colin Hanks' Candy Doc Opens TIFF, Centers Mortality
Colin Hanks' 'John Candy: I Like Me' opens TIFF by framing the comedian's life around his deep-seated anxiety about dying young — the same heart attack that killed his father at five and Candy himself
The Terror: Devil in Silver Stars Dan Stevens Horror
Diverging from SKIMNEWS’s recent focus on China’s geopolitical maneuvers and Google’s AI expansion, The Terror: Devil in Silver is a six‑episode horror anthology starring Dan Stevens that uses a decay
‘The Four Seasons’ Unveils Season 2 Trailer (TV News Roundup)
Netflix is rolling out the trailer and key art for The Four Seasons Season 2, slated for a May 28 debut, as it pushes fresh original content amid a 9‑10% share slide. IndieWire simultaneously spotligh
Del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth Opens Cannes in 4K
Cannes Classics 2026 opens with a 4K restoration of Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth, marking the fantasy’s 20‑year anniversary and the longest standing ovation in Cannes history. While recent hea
Paul McCartney previews album at Abbey Road, May 29
Paul McCartney surprised a group of Beatles fans at Abbey Road Studios, playing and discussing his forthcoming solo album The Boys of Dungeon Lane, which is set for release on May 29.
Caressa Douglas Joins CAA as Head of Content
Caressa Douglas, a 20-year entertainment marketing veteran who oversaw more than 5,000 on-screen brand placements in 2025 at BENlabs, has joined CAA's Entertainment Partnerships group in the newly cre
Thierry Frémaux Marks 25 Years, Calls for Saving
Thierry Frémaux, Cannes’ long‑time general delegate, reflects on a quarter‑century of championing daring films and warns that while cinema itself won’t die, its theaters are at risk. His bold gamble o
Greg McLean’s ‘First Exorcist’ Stars Heuston Corr
Greg McLean’s biblical horror “The First Exorcist”, starring Josh Heuston and Ryan Corr, is slated for a Cannes market launch, marking a high‑profile project from a director with recent Netflix ties.
Starz Sets July 31 Premiere for 50 Cent Fightland
Starz announced that its new crime‑drama Fightland, executive‑produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, will debut on July 31 with weekly episodes, marking the network’s first wholly owned series and expa
‘The White Lotus’ Crashes Cannes: Inside Season 4’s Storyline, Helena Bonham Carter’s Exit and a $120 Million Production
As U.S. stocks hit record highs and Netflix shares tumble, HBO’s White Lotus is gearing up for a $120 million Season 4 filmed on the Cannes Riviera, starring Vincent Cassel and marking Helena Bonham C
Prime Video to Release The Boys Finale in 4DX Theaters
Prime Video is borrowing Netflix’s theatrical stunt playbook, rolling out The Boys series finale in 4DX cinemas on May 19 with a concession‑voucher ticket model. The move follows Netflix’s $25 M+ Stra
Isaiah Rashad Releases Honest Album ‘It’s Been Awful’
Isaiah Rashad’s third album, *It’s Been Awful*, confronts his 2022 viral tape leak and openly explores his sexual fluidity, blending introspective lyrics with his signature slushy production. The proj
‘Evil Dead Burn’ Trailer: Family Reunion From Hell Turns Gory in Latest Horror Movie From Sam Raimi Franchise
Warner Bros. Pictures unveiled the trailer for Evil Dead Burn, the sixth film and third standalone entry in Sam Raimi’s horror franchise, slated for a July 24 theatrical debut. Directed by Sébastien V
Rolling Stones Announce New Album, ‘Foreign Tongues,’ Featuring Guests Paul McCartney, the Cure’s Robert Smith and More
The Rolling Stones have unveiled their first studio album in nearly 15 years, “Foreign Tongues,” a 14‑track collection dropping July 10 with a lead single “In the Stars” released May 5. Produced in un
The Lost Boys, Schmigadoon Lead Tony Noms with 12 Each
The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! dominate this year’s Tony nominations with 12 nods each, while veteran actors Rose Byrne and Daniel Radcliffe add star power to the field. Critical acclaim from The Guar
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