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Spaeny, Cardellini, Love Story Trio Lead Emmy Actress
The Emmy race for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series has become a showdown, with Netflix’s Cailee Spaeny, HBO Max’s Linda Cardellini, and the FX “Love Story” trio all vying for the nod
Adam Scott: Parks & Rec Would Be 'Different' in Trump Era
Adam Scott reflected on 'Parks and Recreation' in a Variety interview tied to his new horror film 'Hokum,' saying the show's wholesome tone would look different in the Trump era but pointing to 'Abbot
‘Mr Nobody Against Putin’ Director’s Oscar Goes Missing After Being Confiscated by TSA
Co‑director Pavel Talankin’s Oscar for Best Documentary Feature was seized by TSA agents at JFK, boxed, and checked as cargo, only to disappear before he arrived in Frankfurt. His colleague David Bore
Charlie Puth Delivers Biggest LA Show at Kia Forum
Charlie Puth’s Kia Forum concert marked his largest Los Angeles show yet, proving his evolution from a hit‑making feature artist to a confident pop craftsman. The intimate, music‑first set, highlighte
Samsung Ties Galaxy S26 Ultra to Devil Wears Prada 2 Premiere
Samsung anchored a 'Devil Wears Prada 2' marketing blitz with a Galaxy S26 Ultra TV spot starring Helen J. Shen and a Galaxy Runway Cam at the NYC premiere, where Google, Coca-Cola, L'Oreal, and Grey
Amazon Picks ‘Second Lady’ Thriller Sharzer Williamson
Amazon Prime Video has greenlit the thriller “The Second Lady,” adapted by Jessica Sharzer and backed by Kevin Williamson, marking the streaming service’s first acquisition via Universal Television’s
Patrick Chu Named TV Head of United Artists
Patrick Chu, a veteran TV executive, has been named head of television for the relaunched United Artists label under Scott Stuber, where he will steer a slate that includes Amazon‑backed series like G
Georg Baselitz, Painter Who Confronted Nazi Past, Dies
A personal reflection on the death of German painter Georg Baselitz, whose provocative works — from a masturbating Hitler to upside-down Reich eagles — insisted Europe confront, not forget, its Nazi p
Janney, Nicholson Lead Emmy Supporting Actress Race
The Emmy race for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series is shaping up as a showdown between Netflix’s Allison Janney, Hulu’s Julianne Nicholson, and a slate of newcomers from “The Pitt” and
Lilly Blasts Disney Over Marvel Layoffs, AI Pivot
Evangeline Lilly publicly condemned Disney on Instagram for laying off Marvel visual development artists, specifically calling out the firing of longtime director Andy Park and accusing the studio of
Sola Media Debuts 'Neverending Pillow Fort' Sales at Cannes
Sola Media is launching international sales at Cannes for 'The Neverending Pillow Fort,' a new animated feature based on a children's novel, with BAFTA nominee Allison Brownmoore directing and Crayola
Violet McGraw Joins Curry Barker's Anything But Ghosts
Violet McGraw has been cast in Curry Barker's completed horror film 'Anything But Ghosts' alongside Aaron Paul and Bryce Dallas Howard, with Focus Features set to distribute the Blumhouse-produced pro
Off Campus Season 2 Adds India Fowler, Phillipa Soo
Two weeks ahead of its Season 1 premiere, Prime Video's college hockey romance "Off Campus" added India Fowler as a Season 2 series regular and Phillipa Soo in a guest role.
Netflix Premieres Alberdi's 'A Child of My Own' Aug 13
Netflix will premiere two-time Oscar nominee Maite Alberdi's documentary 'A Child of My Own' on August 13, examining a Mexican woman who faked a pregnancy under family pressure and allegedly took a ne
Hunter Doohan Signs With Gersh
Hunter Doohan, the breakout star of Netflix’s “Wednesday” and Showtime’s “Your Honor”, has signed a full‑service deal with Gersh. The representation brings a rising talent to Gersh’s roster and bolste
Lionsgate Taps Dylan Clark to Direct Blair Witch Reboot
Lionsgate has hired Dylan Clark to direct a new 'Blair Witch' film, bringing back original stars and creators as executive producers — a reversal from 2024, when the cast publicly said the studio blin
Lucas Museum to Open With 30 Galleries, 1,200 Objects
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, co-founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, will open Sept. 22 in Los Angeles with 1,200-plus objects spread across 30 galleries and roughly 100,000 square feet.
New Beverly Cinema Honors Scott & Denzel Washington
Quentin Tarantino’s New Beverly Cinema is turning May into a 35mm showcase of Tony Scott’s collaborations with Denzel Washington, screening five of their joint films in double‑feature marathons. The p
Banksy Confirms New Waterloo Place Statue via Instagram
Banksy used Instagram to confirm a newly erected, flag‑shrouded statue in Waterloo Place, London, adding to his history of surprise public artworks and sparking renewed debate over his identity.
Goldie Hawn Wants to Act Again — If the Script Is Right
Goldie Hawn says she is eager to return to acting after a six-year absence from film, but has not found a script compelling enough to lure her back to the screen.
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