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Book-To-Movie Adaptations Coming Out In 2026
2026 delivers a packed slate of book-to-screen adaptations across theaters and streaming, from Denis Villeneuve's third Dune film and Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic Dog Stars to a Practical Magic seq
Ridley Scott's Dog Stars Trailer Debuts, Opens Aug 28
Ridley Scott’s post‑apocalyptic thriller The Dog Stars, starring Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin and Margaret Qualley, unveiled its first trailer as 20th Century announced a worldwide theatrical debut in th
Disney Unveils 'Hexed' starring Hailee Steinfeld
Disney unveiled its upcoming original animated feature 'Hexed,' starring Hailee Steinfeld and Rashida Jones, a teen‑magic adventure slated for a Nov. 25 theatrical release, marking the studio’s latest
Disney Debuts 17‑Minute Preview of New Star Wars Film
Disney unveiled the opening 17 minutes of its upcoming Star Wars film 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' at CinemaCon, previewing a new theatrical adventure for the beloved Mandalorian and Grogu slated for a
Live Nation Found Illegal Monopoly; Prices Stay High
A New York jury ruled that Live Nation and Ticketmaster hold an unlawful monopoly in the concert industry, but experts say the decision is unlikely to lower ticket prices soon.
Netflix to Premiere 'Calabasas Confidential' on May 29
Netflix announced its latest unscripted offering, 'Calabasas Confidential,' a reality series set in the affluent Los Angeles suburb that follows a group of friends and exes during a turbulent summer,
Keke Palmer Eyes First Emmy Nom; Ortega Seeks Return
Variety's Emmy prediction page for Lead Actress in Comedy highlights Keke Palmer pursuing a first acting nomination and Jenna Ortega seeking a return, as the publication's weekly tracker frames the ra
Netflix launches Brian Williams podcast in 2026
Netflix will debut a weekly interview series, “We’re Back! With Brian Williams,” hosted by the former NBC News anchor and featuring pop‑culture guests, with production led by At Will Media and executi
Tribeca Festival Sets Record with 103 World Premieres
The 25th Tribeca Festival, running June 3‑14, will showcase a record 103 world‑premiere feature films alongside 117 features, 86 shorts, and a star‑studded lineup spanning film, music, sports and busi
Wonder Project, Luma Launch AI Hybrid Filmmaking Co.
Wonder Project and AI startup Luma have launched Innovative Dreams, a new production and VFX company backed by Amazon Web Services that uses what it calls 'real-time hybrid filmmaking' — a virtual-pro
Adrien Brody Makes Broadway Debut in 'Fear of 13'
Adrien Brody makes his Broadway debut in 'The Fear of 13,' a prison drama adapted from the true story of Nick Yarris, a Pennsylvania man who spent more than two decades on death row for a crime he ins
Kirsten Dunst's Top 20 Film Performances
A new ranking spotlights Kirsten Dunst’s most memorable film roles, from her early voice work as Kiki to her Oscar‑nominated turn in The Power of the Dog, highlighting her career evolution.
Val Kilmer AI Debuts in As Deep As the Grave Trailer
A trailer for As Deep As the Grave showcases the first authorized generative‑AI recreation of Val Kilmer, with his estate collaborating on a deep‑fake performance and a Sonantic‑crafted voice, marking
Wiser Than Me Podcast Returns May 6 with Smart, Grier
Julia Louis‑Dreyfus’ ‘Wiser Than Me’ podcast is set to resume on May 6, featuring new episodes with guests Jean Smart, Pam Grier, Joan Baez, and Cyndi Lauper, plus conversations with her mother.
AMC CEO Adam Aron Backs Paramount‑Warner Merger
AMC chief Adam Aron publicly endorsed the Paramount‑Warner merger, lauding David Ellison’s leadership and forecasting a surge in theatrical releases and box‑office growth in 2026, while highlighting A
Bryant Park Announces 24‑Show 2026 Picnic Performances
Bryant Park unveiled its 2026 Picnic Performances lineup, a free summer series of 24 concerts and shows spanning jazz, opera, dance, world music, and new festivals, backed by Bank of America and reach
Lee Cronin's The Mummy: Fiendish Yet Imitative
Lee Cronin's third feature, a Warner Bros/New Line reimagining of Universal's 1932 'The Mummy,' relocates the undead to suburban New Mexico and earns a mixed review for being nasty and eccentric but o
Paramount hires Askinasi CRO, adds streaming ad unit
Paramount Skydance has tapped Jay Askinasi as its new chief revenue officer and is rolling out a ‘streaming fixed unit’ ad product while expanding programmatic sports spots, aiming to revive ad revenu
Netflix Starts Filming Coelho's 'Pilgrimage' in Spain
Netflix has begun filming its adaptation of Paulo Coelho’s novel ‘The Pilgrimage’, starring Johnny Massaro and Rodrigo Santoro, with production underway in Spain and a supporting cast that includes La
Ian Katz to Leave Channel 4 Content Officer in October
After nearly nine years steering Channel 4’s creative direction, Ian Katz will step down as chief content officer in October, but will stay on to guide the 2026 programming slate while ensuring contin
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