Casey LaLonde, Grandson of Joan Crawford, Dies at 54
He helped introduce a screening of her 1932 melodrama ‘Letty Lynton’ — a film not seen publicly in 90 years — at the TCM Classic Film Festival last month.
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From ‘Toy Story 5’ to Nancy Meyers, Tony Hale Is Just Happy to Be Here
The Emmy winner returns to the world of Pixar as an audience favorite, Forky, the spork with existential angst and a heart of gold.
Janie Sell, Tony-Winning Star of ‘Over Here!,’ Dies at 86
She performed with two of The Andrews Sisters in that, with the Smothers Brothers in ‘I Love My Wife’ and in several other Broadway musicals.
Hollywood Wine Pros Pick the Rosé Bottles Worth Popping All Summer Long
From crisp, low-alcohol sippers to lush, fruit-forward pours, top wine experts reveal the salmon-hued California bottles they recommend for every sun-soaked gathering.
‘Project Runway’ Season 22 Guest Judges and Cameos: Nina Dobrev, Ciara, Ice Spice and More
Tyra Banks returns as a recurring judge, while 'Summer House' alums Paige DeSorbo and Hannah Berner are among those set to make cameo appearances.
Sarajevo Unveils Seven Projects Championed Through Female Filmmakers Support Program
From a Romanian legal doc to a film about two Serbian teens fleeing political repression, the Sarajevo Film Festival has revealed which female filmmakers will be getting tailored financial and professional support this year.
What Happens When ‘Finding Your Roots’ Uncovers a Famous Family Secret Too Big to Air?
Henry Louis Gates Jr. explains how the PBS series navigates shocking ancestry revelations, guest privacy and the truths that can forever alter a family story.
‘Game of Thrones’ Star Aidan Gillen on Golden Age of ‘F—ing Brilliant’ British Drama and Why There’s ‘Too Much’ Stuff on TV
“Game of Thrones” and “Peaky Blinders” alum Aidan Gillen waxed nostalgic about the golden age of British drama at the Transilvania Intl. Film Festival and argued that there’s “too much” content clogging the airwaves for today’s TV consumers. “I just think there’s so much stuff. Even the TV stuff now is being designed to try […]
Shanghai TV Market Debuts Dual-Venue Format to Drive Chinese Content Sales Overseas
The Shanghai International Film & TV Market is launching a new dual-venue format at the Shanghai Exhibition Center this year, with separate spaces for international company pavilions and a dedicated arena pairing Chinese content sellers with buyers from major markets including the U.K., France, Brazil, and Canada. The international pavilion brings together institutions from Thailand, […]
‘Sumpa Kingdom’ Screens at Shanghai, Director Lhapal Gyal and Cast Discuss Sacred Mountain Landscapes
“Sumpa Kingdom,” a drama set in Xizang selected for the Belt and Road Film Week sidebar at the Shanghai International Film Festival, held a post-screening event, with director Lhapal Gyal, producer Sonam Gyal and cast members Tenzin Tsundue, Joy and Sonam Wangmo in attendance. Adapted from the novel of the same name by writer Miaolian, […]
Hungarian Composer Mihály Víg Reflects on Four Decades of Scoring Béla Tarr’s Films at Shanghai Masterclass
Mihály Víg, the Hungarian composer, actor and screenwriter who has served as Béla Tarr’s closest creative partner for more than four decades, held court at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, speaking at a masterclass following a screening of “The Turin Horse.” Víg’s bond with Tarr began in 1984 when the director, already an emerging […]
‘Atlantic Rhapsody’ Takes Best Film at Shanghai’s Golden Goblet Awards
China’s “Atlantic Rhapsody,” directed by Zhong Kaifeng, claimed the best feature film at the 28th Golden Goblet Awards, capping the Shanghai International Film Festival’s awards night on June 20. The Chinese debut feature, which also won best cinematography for Hao Jiayue, led a ceremony that spread recognition across countries and competition sections. “Atlantic Rhapsody” had […]
Box Office: ‘Toy Story 5’ Soars to $71 Million on Opening Day
Playtime is over. Or, actually, maybe it has just begun? Either way, “Toy Story 5” topped the box office charts on Friday. Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” easily claimed Friday’s box office crown with $71 million from 4,425 North American theaters. Most have the family film earning about $150 million through the weekend, but […]
Why Horror Film ‘Leviticus’ Is Summer’s Most Surprising Love Story
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Leviticus” and “Obsession,” both currently playing in theaters. Deep into the new horror movie “Leviticus,” there’s an interlude that’s stunning for how simple it is. Naim (Joe Bird) and Ryan (Stacy Clausen), two teenage boys, have faced down struggles both prosaic and metaphysical. And now, they’re effectively alone together, […]
Ben Wheatley on How Blockbuster Success of ‘Backrooms,’ ‘Obsession’ Proves ‘It’s a Great Time to Be a Young Filmmaker’
“Bulk” and “Meg 2” director Ben Wheatley thinks “it’s a great time to be a young filmmaker,” pointing to break-out, box-office phenomena like “Backrooms” and “Obsession” as proof that emerging directors are trailblazing new pathways to success — and finding ways to reach new audiences. Appearing at the Transilvania Intl. Film Festival, where the U.K. […]
Appreciation: Sitcom mastermind James Burrows made TV feel like family
James Burrows' comedies created on-screen families that continue to shape how television feels like home.
From YouTube to the multiplex: How low-budget horror films are beating big-budget studio bets
The box office success of "Obsession" and "Backrooms" isn't something that could've been predicted. By drawing a young audience and honing in on original storytelling, these two horror films are clearing a new path in Hollywood.
The hottest new rock star is the Vampire Lestat — with help from Bowie, Iggy and Freddie
The sound, the look, the swagger: The three steps that vaulted Anne Rice's seductive bloodsucker from 'Interview With the Vampire' to the top of the mosh pit.
A fake mountain and real magic transform Paris' oldest bridge
Paris' venerable Pont Neuf has sprouted a snow-capped inflatable mountain, JR's trompe l'oeil 'cave' that turns the city's oldest bridge into a 24-hour walkthrough illusion.
Kathy Bates Threw ‘Waterboy’ Script in Trash Because She “Didn’t Know Who Adam Sandler Was”
The Oscar and Emmy winner also revealed that she nearly passed on 'Matlock' because she thought the show was "just a procedural."
Knicks Stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart Confront ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, Who’s Booed Out of Theater, During Podcast Taping
The New York Knicks festivities aren’t over just yet. Just one day after an estimated two million people flooded the streets of Lower Manhattan to catch a glimpse of the team’s ticker-tape parade celebrating the Knicks’ first NBA title in 53 years, stars (and long-time pals) Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, along with co-host Matt […]
‘Finnegan’s Foursome’ Review: Edward Burns’ Spiky-Quaint Sports Dramedy Is a Tale of Family Therapy Through Golf
"Finnegan’s Foursome" is his 16th feature, and he’s still doing that shaggy-likable, spiky-quaint, semi-low-budget Edward Burns dramedy thing — the script that’s talky and kind of funny, though in a way that often sounds like a script; the camerawork that’s smoothly tethered to the functional; the acting that hovers between lively and broad. The style Burns works in is now closer to television than movies, and given that "Finnegan’s Foursome" is getting a streaming release (starting today), you could say it’s a minor indie movie that has found its rightful home.
Tony Leung Reflects on ‘Silent Friend,’ Wong Kar-wai and Why His Films Must Be Seen in Cinemas at Shanghai Masterclass
Tony Leung Chiu-wai told a full house at the Shanghai International Film Festival that his restrained performance style demands the full cinematic experience to be felt, speaking at a masterclass following a screening of his film “Silent Friend.” “Sometimes it might just be something on my fingers, you must watch very carefully, and it must […]
How ‘Leviticus’ Stars Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen Prepared to Take on the Roles of Two Closeted Teenagers for the Conversion Therapy Horror
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from “Leviticus,” now in theaters. “I want it to look like you” might be the single most romantic dialogue of the year. And yes, it’s from a horror movie, namely Adrian Chiarella’s “Leviticus,” which features two gay teenagers tormented by a violent supernatural entity that resembles the person they […]
‘Toy Story 5’ Cast Guide: All the Celebrities Voicing Toys, From Conan O’Brien to Bad Bunny
Even toys aren’t exempt from being replaced by technology. Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5,” opening in theaters June 19, is the latest instalment in the beloved animated franchise that follows a group of toys, led by cowboy Woody (Tom Hanks) and space ranger Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen). Following 2019’s “Toy Story 4,” the new […]
‘Taxi’ Star Tony Danza Pays Tribute to Director James Burrows: ‘We Have Lost the Greatest of All Time’
Rememberances are pouring out for TV director James Burrows, who died on Friday at 85. Tony Danza, who worked with Burrows on 75 episodes of the ABC comedy series “Taxi,” paid tribute to his longtime director on Friday afternoon. He wrote on X, “We have lost the greatest of all time. Jimmy Burrows. I know […]
Why ‘Widow’s Bay,’ Matthew Rhys and Breakout Kate O’Flynn Should Scare the Rest of the Emmy Comedy Field
“Widow’s Bay” could be the thing that goes bump in the Emmy race. The Television Academy knows what it likes. It’s usually the polished prestige drama, the bittersweet half-hour dramedy and the new miniseries built around a movie star and a timely message. So, when something strange wanders into the race, the instinct is to […]
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‘Dutton Ranch’ Episode 7: [SPOILER] Gets Murdered, [SPOILER] Might Die and Everyone Else Is Either Drunk or in a Bar Brawl
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from the seventh episode of “Dutton Ranch,” “Den of Sin,” which is now streaming on Paramount+. Yee-haw! Welcome to another week of “Dutton Ranch,” where after last week’s festivities we’re all dressed up for a fancy party at the 10 Petal. Beulah (Annette Bening) has spared no expense, but can […]
Justin Cary, Sixpence None the Richer Bassist, Dies at 50
Justin Cary, the longtime bassist of the alt-rock band Sixpence None the Richer, died on June 11 of a stroke. He was 50 years old. Cary’s death was confirmed via an Instagram post from the band’s lead singer, Leigh Nash. “Our brother of 30 years (and bassist), Justin had a stroke Thursday night,” she wrote. […]
‘Pluribus’ Star Rhea Seehorn on Why She Hasn’t Grilled Vince Gilligan and the Writers About Season 2 Just Yet
Think your fan conversations about Apple TV’s “Pluribus” are heated? Try being on the actual series set. “We have healthy, sometimes tongue-in-cheek debates about different questions that the show brings up, whether it’s your personal take on what you would do or what you think your character would do,” star Rhea Seehorn tells the Variety […]
‘Obsession,’ ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Hacks’ Breakout Stars Get Real About Navigating Industry Expectations and AI: ‘We Are So Hungry for Something New’
A group of rising stars from “Obsession,” “The Pitt,” “Euphoria” and more gathered Thursday to talk about the Gen Z effect on entertainment and navigating careers in Hollywood as part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s inaugural First Act: Summer Soiree event. The participants — Patrick Ball (“The Pitt”), Megan Lawless (“Obsession”), Tonatiuh (“Kiss of the Spider […]
‘The Young and the Restless’ Crossover Gives ‘Beyond the Gates’ Its Third-Best Week of Ratings Ever (EXCLUSIVE)
CBS’ “The Young and the Restless”/”Beyond the Gates” crossover resulted in strong ratings for “Beyond the Gates” the week of June 8. The show averaged 1.8 million viewers throughout the week, up 11% from its season-to-date numbers — making it the third most-watched week for the soap since “Beyond the Gates” premiered in February 2025. […]
James Burrows, ‘Will & Grace’ Director and ‘Cheers’ Co-Creator, Dies at 85
Son of an acclaimed playwright, the 10-time Emmy winner got his start on 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and helmed every 'Will & Grace' episode.
The Global Rush to Ban Kids From Social Media Has Begun. Will It Work?
As Britain and Canada follow Australia’s lead on under-16 social media bans, experts warn the measures may be easy to evade and hard to enforce.
I Bought a Breathalyzer and Drank Along With the Characters in ‘Spider-Noir’
Oopsie-poopsie, 12 slugs of whiskey in less than a half hour was not a good idea.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Sophia Bush Defend Ties to Peter Thiel’s Secretive Dialog Group
After a leaked directory exposed their membership in Dialog — Peter Thiel's invitation-only ideas forum — celebrities are speaking out.
“We Lost a Giant”: James Burrows Mourned by ‘Friends’ and ‘Will & Grace’ Stars
The prolific TV director and 11-time Emmy winner died Friday at the age of 85.
Inside ‘Love Island USA’ Narrator Iain Stirling’s Job to Push Jokes “as Far as I Can Get Away With”
The comedian, who has been narrating the Peacock hit series since season four, brings fans behind the mic, revealing his quick turnaround process, why he's "quite jealous of Americans" and whether his jokes are ever rejected.
Television Often Neglects Directors, but James Burrows’ Legacy Is Impossible to Overlook
A key creative force in shaping beloved sitcoms from 'Taxi' to 'Cheers,' from 'Friends' to 'Will & Grace,' Burrows won 11 Emmys and helmed well over 1,000 episodes of television.
John Turturro Walked Across the Brooklyn Bridge So He Could Be at the Knicks Parade
Brunson-level grit from 'The Night Of' actor.
‘Terrifier’ Star Catherine Corcoran Named Raindance Film Festival’s First Horror Ambassador (Exclusive)
The actress' role comes in partnership with her production company, FareStream Pictures.
A gig on a fishing boat becomes a cosmic misadventure in the eerie 'Rose of Nevada'
George MacKay and Callum Turner co-star in a rough-hewn mystery by English filmmaker Mark Jenkin that finds an ominous, ill-fated signature of its own.
Soft Palms are rewriting the rules of the music business from a Long Beach studio
With a new album titled "In Echo" out Friday, husband-and-wife duo Scott Montoya and Julia Kugel also share secrets of how to survive and thrive as indie artists through a new book about the DIY music business.
Attraction is weaponized into something terrifying in the potent horror film 'Leviticus'
A Sundance breakout of special significance, filmmaker Adrian Chiarella's disquieting supernatural thriller brings fresh sensitivity to a tale of possession.
James Burrows, prolific comedy director behind 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85
James Burrows, revered sitcom director who made hits out of 'Taxi,' 'Cheers,' 'Friends' and 'Will & Grace,' has died. He was 85.
A hit song and novel become a sincere directorial debut in 'Girls Like Girls'
Hayley Kiyoko broke out in 2015 with a popular single, one that inspired her book and now a pro-queer movie graced by committed performances.
The 29-year-old Spanish painter who rose to fame with a Lily Allen album cover sets her sights on L.A.
Nieves González, the 29-year-old Spanish painter whose meteoric rise was catalyzed by her Baroque-inflected portrait of Lily Allen for the singer's album "West End Girl," will make her U.S. debut at Richard Heller Gallery in Santa Monica on Saturday.
At the Fonda, Jane Remover's violent yearning heralds a new kind of stardom
At Hollywood's Fonda, trans producer-singer Jane Remover turns a three-night stand into a cathartic, raucous pit, signaling a breakout moment after Coachella and their Live Exhibit tour.
'Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous' lives up to its title, but the plot lumbers
LaTanya Richardson Jackson directs the L.A. premiere of Pearl Cleage's 'Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous' at the Geffen Playhouse
As Hollywood leans into AI, the real battle is over likeness and who gets paid
AI is evolving, and the entertainment industry is working to adapt. At UCLA's annual Entertainment Symposium, Hollywood's key lawyers and dealmakers debate the future.
No time to rewatch 'House of the Dragon'? Here's everything to know for Season 3
'House of the Dragon' Season 3 is here. Here's everything you need to remember from the first two seasons of the Targaryen family war.
How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Patton Oswalt
Comedian Patton Oswalt steers readers to Studio City's farmers market for tamales and strong coffee, then to North Hollywood's Last Bookstore and Cahuenga's cozy, cat-filled Iliad for long, screen-free reading sessions.
Bob Dylan is absolutely cooking on the road right now
The 85-year-old rock legend played the Santa Barbara Bowl on Wednesday night, the first in a handful of SoCal dates.
Winners & Losers: Netflix Knifes the Duffer Brothers, ‘Supergirl’ Wows Influencers
'Supergirl' gets buzz from the usual suspects. Netflix flips off The Duffers and Paramount at the same time. The battle between franchises vs. originals takes a turn. Christopher Nolan begins to count his 'Odyssey' money.
Anne Hathaway Announces Pregnancy, Expecting Third Child With Husband Adam Shulman
“x Baby, I’m yours x," she captioned her video shared on social media in which she reveals her baby bump.
Stark Picture Emerges of Paramount-Warner Bros. Job Loss Risk In L.A. County
A new estimate by local officials who are in the process of assessing the impact of David Ellison's $111 billion merger places 2,500 jobs "at potential risk" in the area and 6,000 more globally.
Steven Spielberg Scared the Shit Out of Eve Hewson — and She Loved It
The 'Disclosure Day' star on growing up in Dublin, crashing Hollywood auditions and what it's like to get the call from the famed director — twice!
How Netflix’s ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Brings Its Pioneering Black Doctor to the Screen (Exclusive)
In this first-look, star Jocko Sims, showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine and costume designer Mitchell Travers reveal how they used Laura Ingalls Wilder’s 1935 novel, history and some creative liberty to tell the story of Dr. George Tann, the eclectic physician who saved the Ingalls lives.
19 Black Characters Who Changed TV and Film Forever
From Mookie in 'Do the Right Thing' to Issa in 'Insecure' to Carlton in 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,' The Hollywood Reporter takes a look at some of the most impactful characters to grace screens both big and small.
‘Industry’ Finally Has Emmy Heat — and Myha’la Is at the Center of It
As HBO’s once-underseen finance drama surges in buzz and ratings, the actress opens up about Harper Stern’s most devastating season yet and why awards attention may finally follow.
Cannes Lions CEO Reveals What Keeps Him Up at Night
Festival boss Simon Cook talks A.I., the creator economy and the pleasures and perils of running the biggest marketing meetup in the world.
The Emmys Keep Arguing About Comedy — and TV Keeps Making the Argument Harder
As ‘Elsbeth,’ ‘Wonder Man,’ ‘Spider-Noir’ and ‘Widow’s Bay’ crowd an increasingly fuzzy field, the battle over what qualifies as a comedy is only getting messier.
L.A.’s Most Luxurious Post-Facelift Staycations
Top plastic surgeons are sending their A-list clients to recover in style and secrecy at high-end hotels with dedicated facilities.
Blink49’s Brand Studio Plans First Vertical Video, ‘Murder at the Mansion’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Blink49’s branded entertainment division, Brand Studio, recently launched a vertical video division — and it has just announced its first project in the space. “Murder at the Mansion,” described as an “original vertical micro-drama designed for mobile-first audiences,” is set for this fall. Blink49 head of vertical content Tieren Hawkins is writing the micro drama. […]
Alfonso Ribeiro on Social Media Fueling ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Success and Urging Contestants to Ignore the Trolls: ‘Why Are We So Mean to One Another?
“Dancing With the Stars” is not like any other reality show. It’s real. That’s the message winner-turned-host Alfonso Ribeiro sends when discussing the competition series. “We’re creating a safe space — a space where we’re allowing our celebrities to share their true heart,” says Ribeiro, who has been at the helm of the show since […]
‘Ponderosa’ Review: The Great Bill Camp Gives Weight to a Slippery, Nightmarish Black Comedy
One of the great secret weapons of American film and TV in recent years, solid-gold supporting actor Bill Camp gets a rare and fascinating leading showcase in “Ponderosa” — though in committing to Rob Rice’s quietly sinister and wildly peculiar black comedy, no one could accuse him of chasing the spotlight. A defiant oddity that […]
H.E.R., Bini, Lea Salonga, Katseye’s Sophia Laforteza Lead Dreamworks Animation’s ‘Forgotten Island’ Soundtrack (EXCLUSIVE)
H.E.R., Bini, Lea Salonga and Katseye’s Sophia Laforteza are among the artists leading the soundtrack on Dreamworks Animation’s “Forgotten Island.” The film, which is set to preview at next week’s Annecy Animation Film Festival, will open in theaters later this year. It follows H.E.R. and Liza Soberano as the voices of Jo and Raissa, two […]
Shanghai Film Festival’s Mobile Filmmaking Camp Wraps With 10 iPhone-Shot Short Films
The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival’s SIFF ING section wrapped its new Mobile Filmmaking Camp, with 10 short films shot entirely on iPhone by emerging Chinese directors screened both on-site in Shanghai and online. Launched as a new featured initiative within the 2026 SIFF ING section, the camp selected its 10 participants through an open […]
‘Slow Horses’ Star Christopher Chung on Balancing Ego and Empathy as Fan-Favorite Roddy Ho: ‘You Never Play It for the Joke, Everything Is Just Genuine’
“Slow Horses” may be headed by Gary Oldman’s dishevelled MI5 agent Jackson Lamb but it was Roddy Ho, played by Christopher Chung, who took the reins in Season 5. The clueless computer nerd with an outsized attitude finally got a storyline matching his main character energy when he found himself romantically pursued by the mysterious […]
Memory, Freedom and Music Among Themes as Five Documentaries Chase Golden Goblet Glory at Shanghai
Five documentary films are competing for the Golden Goblet Award in the Documentary category at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, with the creative teams behind all five nominees gathering for a press meeting. The five contenders – Spain’s “Benigno,” Chinese production “Notes Unheard,” the North Macedonia-Croatia-Slovenia co-production “Ruins,” Chilean film “The Tiger of the […]
‘It’s a Fantastic Time for Animation’: UTA Partner Jason Burns Praises Original Ideas, Animation Directors Ahead of Annecy Film Festival
In 2025, animation features ruled the box-office, from long-awaited sequels (“Zootopia 2”) to original streaming megahits (“KPop Demon Hunters”). Behind the scenes, the success of these seasoned directors and newfound talents reveals an ongoing audience appetite for bold artistic choices, compelling narratives and, most importantly, the animated medium. Empowering these creators is the daily job […]
Japan Hits Record 25 Annecy 2026 Selections, Unifies MIFA Booths in Show of Force
Japan’s presence at the 2026 Annecy Animation Festival marks a recent high-water mark, with 25 Japanese films selected across the festival’s competitive and non-competitive sections – up from 18 last year – as the country’s industry bodies simultaneously consolidate their MIFA footprint under a unified booth structure. Three booths that previously operated separately have been […]
‘Citizen Vigilante’ Review: Uwe Boll Does Armie Hammer No Favors With This Morally Bankrupt Thriller
After decades of cinema chronicling men taking the law into their own hands when “the system” fails them, a thoughtful reckoning is warranted — if not necessary — about the costs, and complex morality, of vigilantism. A handful of films have tried, but when one of the world’s most popular comic book characters is Batman, […]
Curry Barker’s Third Film, an Original Horror Concept, Heads to Universal and Blumhouse Atomic Monster
After the blockbuster success of his debut feature “Obsession,” Curry Barker’s next film, an original horror concept, is set up with Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Film Group. Barker will write, direct and produce his third feature which comes to Universal Film through the filmmaker’s relationship with Blumhouse Atomic Monster, Roy Lee and Steven Schneider’s Spooky […]
Matt Damon Crashes ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ in a Trojan Horse to Troll Him: ‘I Did It!’
Toward the tail-end of his monologue Thursday night on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” the host received a very special delivery from UPS: a giant horse, as well as a baby horse. “I didn’t order a horse!” exclaimed Kimmel to the UPS delivery guy. “I didn’t order either of those!” The UPS man, accompanied by Guillermo, proceeded […]
Jimmy Kimmel Mocks Larry David for Having Slave-Owning Relatives
On Thursday night, Larry David, maybe the funniest living person, visited “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Ostensibly to promote “Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness,” his sketch-comedy series honoring America’s 250th birthday by skewering events from its history, premiering June 26 on HBO, the legendary comedian also happened to make his appearance the same day that […]
Jordan’s Emerging Filmmakers Prioritizing Universal Human Experiences, Local Realities, Authenticity
Jordan’s vibrant cinematic landscape continues to evolve thanks in large part to an increasing diversity of filmmaking talent determined to tell their  own unique stories, ranging from intimate portraits and locally rooted genre to historical accounts and the realities of the region’s refugee crisis. While film remains a highly competitive field, Jordan’s film sector is […]
Anne Curtis Leads Mikhail Red’s Manila Paranoia Thriller ‘Remote’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Philippine filmmaker Mikhail Red has set his next feature: “Remote,” a paranoia thriller set in contemporary Manila, with Anne Curtis attached to star. The project is produced by Evolve Studios and Viva Films, with production scheduled to begin later this year. Curtis plays Violet Olvido, a journalist who begins investigating a string of killings linked […]
APOS 2026 Takeaways: IP, Sport, AI Define Asia’s New Content Era
Asia’s entertainment industry is entering a new stage of maturity. Growth remains important, but executives at this week’s APOS conference in Bali were focused on building sustainable ecosystems, scalable IP and deeper audience engagement. Here are eight themes that defined the conversation. IP Has Become the New Currency Whether it was Netflix flagging a dormant […]
Hayley Kiyoko’s Feature Film ‘Girls Like Girls’ Took a Decade to Make. Now That It’s Here, She Hopes It’s Just the Beginning for Sapphic Media
“Girls Like Girls” has been a long time in the making. Originally released as a music video in 2015 by musician Hayley Kiyoko, the tune with the lyrics “Girls like girls, just like boys do” quickly became a sapphic anthem, amassing 163 million views on YouTube to date. “After we released the music video, I […]
Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group Chiefs Pam Abdy and Mike De Luca to Speak at Toronto Market Summit
Toronto Intl. Film Festival’s first-ever market, known as TIFF: The Market, has revealed that Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs Pam Abdy and Mike De Luca will headline the Speakers’ Summit. The executives will take part in an in-depth conversation on Sept. 11 with TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey at the Summit, which is […]
Chinese Filmmakers Face Red Tape, Cultural Barriers in International Co-Productions, Shanghai Panel Finds
Chinese filmmakers are struggling with bureaucratic hurdles and different audience expectations in international co-productions, according to panelists at a “Belt and Road” discussion at SIFForum, the Shanghai International Film Festival’s industry dialogue sessions. Yan Peng, deputy general manager of state-owned Huaxia Film Distribution suggested major regulatory and copyright issues impact Chinese producers seeking co-productions abroad. […]
‘Stand Up’ Review: A Dutch Disability Drama With Complexity and Integrity
Most able-bodied people don’t know what to say to 23-year-old Vera (Lucia Zemene) in the months following a traffic collision that left her without a leg, but one empty platitude really stands out: A friend suggests that maybe it happened for a reason. Haunted by this thought, she eventually asks a fellow young wheelchair user […]
How Este Haim and Amanda Yamate Centered Sisterly Love on the ‘Voicemails For Isabelle’ Score (Exclusive)
The soon-to-be-released Netflix rom-com focuses on more than just romantic love: “It was really about family and loving and having such a deep connection to your sister.”
Curry Barker’s Next Film Lands at Universal, Blumhouse Atomic Monster (Exclusive)
The 'Obsession' filmmaker will be writing, directing and producing an original horror feature.
Ron Howard and Brian Grazer Tease ‘Grinch’ Sequel (“Something We’ve Thought About For a Long Time”) and Weigh in on Success of YouTube Filmmakers
The Imagine Entertainment partners sat down with THR editor-in-chief Maer Roshan for a keynote conversation at the UCLA Entertainment Symposium, where they also touched on AI fears and their (lack of) retirement plans.
‘Dungeon Crawler Carl’ Series From EP Seth MacFarlane a Go at Peacock
The series is based on Matt Dinnaman's popular series of books.
‘A Whole Person Almost’ Is a Cinematic Odyssey. And Hey, Does This Cloud Look Like Trump?! (Exclusive Clips)
Director Efthimis Kosemund-Sanidis’ debut feature, about a man arriving on a remote Greek island to claim his late father’s inheritance, world premieres in the Karlovy Vary film festival’s Proxima competition.
Amy Griffin sues woman who said author stole her stories of rape for hit memoir 'The Tell'
A woman sued Amy Griffin, alleging Griffin's bestselling memoir 'The Tell' is filled with stolen stories of rape. Now Griffin is suing her.
'Sugar,' with Colin Farrell as an alien private eye, gets a new and improved second season
Colin Farrell is back for Season 2 of Apple TV's L.A.-based neo-noir 'Sugar,' which has a new showrunner and sports a new look.
Daveigh Chase, former child star of 'Lilo & Stitch,' 'Spirited Away' and 'The Ring,' dead at 35
Daveigh Chase, of 'Lilo & Stitch' and 'The Ring' fame, died of complications of bacterial meningitis and a blood infection, her father confirmed.
AI meets angst in 'Toy Story 5,' in which the gang and the plot feel obsolete
The fifth entry finds the series pulling the same old heartstrings as Jessie, Buzz and Woody once again feel irrelevant. So does the franchise.
'I wear my pride on my sleeve': Inside Zach Noe Towers' 'Twink Death' rebirth
Now in his self-described "Twink Death era," Towers reflects on how Pride transformed from something terrifying in the closet to an empowering, year-round celebration of queer community and joy.
Growing up, his idea of Robin Hood wasn't a fox. Michael Sarnoski goes his own way
The filmmaker behind 'Pig' and 'A Quiet Place: Day One' inspires riskiness from actors. His passion project is a new telling of an ancient tale starring Hugh Jackman.
Dour and dull, 'The Death of Robin Hood' steals our time to give to the gloom
Promising director Michael Sarnoski misses the bulls-eye with this violent, dreary take on the 13th century renegade. Even Hugh Jackman can't save it.
Tom Dreesen, comedian who led the Comedy Store strike and toured with Frank Sinatra, dies at 86
Tom Dreesen, the comedian who led the Comedy Store strike, combated civil rights-era racial tension with comedy in the duo Tim & Tom, and toured with Frank Sinatra, has died at 86.
James Conlon remains hooked on L.A. as he reflects on his 20 years as music director of L.A. Opera
James Conlon, whose 20 years as music director conclude with the final 'Magic Flute' on June 21, looks back on how opera has developed in L.A. over two decades.
'Elf' and 'Couples Retreat' actor Faizon Love arrested amid child support battle
Faizon Love, who starred in 'Elf' and 'Couples Retreat,' was arrested in Florida on contempt-of-court charges amid a child support battle in which the actor is accused of owing hundreds of thousands of dollars.
'Zoot Suit' will celebrate 45 years at The Ford with Edward James Olmos and Luis Valdez
To celebrate the 45th anniversary of the release of Chicano film classic "Zoot Suit," The Ford is hosting a special screening of the movie on July 8.
'Mind of Mencia' comic Carlos Mencia arrested on suspicion of felony tax evasion, L.A. County D.A. announces
Comedian Carlos Mencia, who broke out in the early 2000s with his Comedy Central series 'Mind of Mencia,' was arrested Thursday morning in Los Angeles on suspicion of a dozen felony tax evasion counts.
Tay Keith, Drake and Travis Scott producer, dies at 29
Keith produced on Travis Scott's hit "Sicko Mode" and Drake and 21 Savage's "Jimmy Cooks."
Glenn Danzig to Direct Adaption of His Comic ‘Hellmask’ (Exclusive)
The Misfits frontman's book is set against a medieval backdrop.
Mexico vs. South Korea World Cup Livestream: How to Watch Tonight’s Soccer Game Online Free
Either team could win the group and advance to the next round with a victory tonight.
Warner Bros.’ Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy to Keynote Toronto Film Festival
The co-chairs and co-CEOs of the Warner Bros. Motion Pictures Group will take part in TIFF's content market as part of its Dialogue program.
Chicago Throws a Party for the Obama Presidential Center’s Star-Studded Opening
Several thousand people gathered a few blocks away for a public viewing of the ceremony.
Carlos Mencia Charged With Tax Evasion
Los Angeles prosecutors brought the charges as part of a broader push to pursue tax-related financial crimes.
Why Netflix Canceled ‘The Boroughs’ (Exclusive)
Executive producers Matt and Ross Duffer ditched the streamer for Paramount.
Geena Davis Found the “Perfect” Role in ‘The Boroughs’ — Then Netflix Canceled It
The star of the retirement-village sci-fi series reflects on its Top 10 run, the cast’s disappointment over its one-season fate and why she’d gladly return for a spinoff.
Daisy Edgar-Jones Starrer ‘Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow’ Lands 2027 Date
'CODA' filmmaker Siân Heder is behind the Paramount adaptation of Gabrielle Zevin's novel.
Tay Keith, Grammy-Nominated Producer of Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode,” Dies at 29
Keith was found dead in his Tennessee apartment on Thursday after police performed a welfare check.
Margo Martindale Just Gave the Film Performance of a Lifetime. Will Anyone Have the Guts to Distribute It?
'The Long Haul' is the gem you should be talking about. Also, she’s about to be in 'All’s Fair.'
Tay Keith, Producer of Travis Scott’s ‘Sicko Mode’ and Drake’s ‘Nonstop,’ Dies at 29
Tay Keith (real name: Brytavious Chambers), the Grammy-nominated producer behind such hits as Travis Scott’s ‘Sicko Mode’ and Drake’s ‘Nonstop,’ was found dead Thursday in his Nashville apartment, local police confirm. No cause of death was announced. A report from Nashville police reads: “No foul play is suspected in the death of Brytavious Chambers, 29, […]
‘Star Wars’ Darth Maul Voice Actor Was Told ‘You’re the New James Earl Jones’ and Thought: ‘Then Why Are You Paying Me Such S— Money, George Lucas?’
Peter Serafinowicz appeared on a recent episode of the “Classic Clown” podcast and looked back at his brief stint voicing the villainous Darth Maul in 1999’s “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace.” While Ray Park physically played the Sith villain on the set of the George Lucas-directed prequel, Serafinowicz contributed his voice to the part […]
David Sheiner, Character Actor Known for ‘The Odd Couple’ and ‘Murder, She Wrote,’ Dies at 98
David Sheiner, the character actor known for his work in films like “The Odd Couple” and shows like “Murder, She Wrote,” died June 5 of renal failure in Los Angeles, his daughter Kate Sheiner confirmed to Variety. Sheiner was a Lee Strasberg-trained actor who left Broadway to move to Los Angeles. While studying the performing […]
‘Voicemails for Isabelle’ Review: Zoey Deutch and Nick Robinson Give a Hard-Sell Romcom Premise the Hard Sell
Is “Voicemails” the least romantic word ever to appear in the title of a romantic comedy? It’s up there, surely. But consider it a suitable warning, since “Voicemails for Isabelle” isn’t terribly romantic either, though it puts much bright-eyed effort into proving otherwise. Writer-director Leah McKendrick’s film challenges itself early, bringing its attractively matched leads […]
Comedian Carlos Mencia Charged With Tax Evasion After Failing to Report $8.7 Million in Income
Comedian Carlos Mencia has been charged with tax evasion and failing to report $8.7 million in income. Mencia was arrested Thursday and remains in custody. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman announced the felony state tax evasion charges. It is the first case filed by the DA’s newly established Business Tax Fraud Unit. […]
Paramount’s ‘Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow,’ Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Set for November 2027
Paramount’s “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow,” starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and directed by Siân Heder, will hit theaters next November. Gabrielle Zevin’s best-selling novel tells the story of two friends whose lives first intersect in childhood and college, and follows them over several decades as they become creative partners in the video game business of the […]
Jalen Brunson Ends Feud With Elmo at New York Knicks NBA Championship Parade
Elmo and Jalen Brunson are cool. The iconic “Sesame Street” character caught flak from Knicks fans earlier this month for posting a video on his official social media account saying, “Elmo hopes both teams have fun!” with four basketball emojis, referring to the NBA playoff series between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. […]
Fat Joe, Mary J. Blige, Wu-Tang Clan and More Rock New York Knicks’ Victory Parade With Tag-Team Performance
Nothing says love more than climbing atop a New York City Department of Sanitation garbage truck with your friend and waiting three hours for the New York Knicks to arrive. Well, maybe the only thing that tops it is climbing over steel barricades — in defiance of whatever barriers the NYPD set up — with […]
Hollywood Warns Against Sabotaging California Film Incentives, Seeks Exemption From Credit Limit
The entertainment industry is warning Gov. Gavin Newsom that the state risks undermining California production if it imposes a new limit on corporate tax credits. In a June 8 letter, a coalition of industry and labor groups argued that the governor’s budget proposal will cost production jobs and sabotage the state’s film incentive. “The result […]
Here’s to the Chicks as the Band of the Sesquicentennial, as Group Performs First U.S. Show in Three Years at SoCal’s Yaamava’ Theater: Concert Review
In the words of Grand Funk: They’re an American band. Those of us who are prone to think and argue about rock ‘n’ roll superlatives often debate which act counts as the greatest American band of the 20th century: Is it the Beach Boys? Nirvana? The Grateful Dead? Nirvana? Sly & the Family Stone? The […]
PMC Acquires Vox Media Brands, Creating Digital Publishing Giant
Penske Media Corp. has acquired the Vox Media portfolio of digital brands, including high-profile news and lifestyle hubs Eater, The Verge, SB Nation, Popsugar, The Dodo, Punch and Thrillist. The pact makes PMC’s the world’s largest digital publisher. The parent company of Variety, Rolling Stone, Deadline, Billboard, WWD, The Hollywood Reporter and many other publishing […]
HBO Max Cuts One-Year Subscription Prices 28% in Limited-Time Offer Ahead of ‘House of Dragon’ Season 3 — and Before Paramount Merger
HBO Max has long offered a discount if you pay upfront for a year of service. Now the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned service is dangling an even bigger price break in a new summer promo. Starting Thursday (June 18), new and returning HBO Max subscribers in the U.S. can save an additional 28% off the one-year […]
Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media Signs Netflix Deal to Develop TV Shows
Proximity Media, the media company founded by “Sinners” director Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian, has signed a multi-year deal with Netflix to exclusively develop TV series for the streamer. The company previously had an overall TV deal at Disney, which expired earlier this year. Proximity Media’s television division is behind series including Marvel’s […]
‘Warrior Cats’ Animated TV Show Set at Disney
“Warrior Cats” is getting the television treatment. An animated TV adaptation of the beloved, long-running children’s fantasy book series is coming to Disney+ and Disney Channel, following a deal between Coolabi Group and Disney Kids & Family. The show, from animation studio Original Force, will air in 2028. A.C. Bradley (“Ms. Marvel,” “What If?”) will […]
Jelly Roll, Tiffany Haddish, Ike Barinholtz Among This Summer’s ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ Guest Hosts (EXCLUSIVE)
Comedian Tiffany Haddish, who guest hosted “Jimmy Kimmel Live” for the first time last year, is back to kick off this summer’s fill-ins as Kimmel takes his annual summer break. Haddish will host the week of July 6. Kimmel is wrapping his final “Jimmy Kimmel Live” telecast on Thursday before going on vacation; the summertime […]
Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller to Announce Emmy Nominations
The Television Academy has announced that Emmy winners Liza Colón-Zayas (“The Bear”) and Jeff Hiller (“Somebody Somewhere”) will present the nominations for the 78th Emmy Awards on July 8. The nominations ceremony will stream live from the Academy’s Wolf Theatre in the Saban Media Center on Emmys.com/nominations at 8:30 a.m. PT. Television Academy Chair Cris […]
Variety and Google TV Partner to Host Two Events With Industry Leaders at Cannes Lions
Variety and Google TV will host two exclusive events during Cannes Lions designed to explore the intersection of entertainment, technology, and culture through keynote conversations and industry discussions. On June 23, The Industry Innovators Cocktail Hour will feature a keynote conversation with Basketball Hall of Famer, NBA on NBC studio analyst and entrepreneur Carmelo Anthony, […]
Quinta Brunson Exits Warner Bros. TV, Signs New Overall Deal With Disney’s 20th Television
“Abbott Elementary” creator and star Quinta Brunson as signed a new multi-year overall deal with Disney Television Studios’ 20th Television, Variety has confirmed. As part of the new pact, Brunson and her Fifth Chance Productions shingle will develop, write and executive produce projects for Disney Entertainment Television’s brands and platforms. Brunson was previously set up […]
Charles Melton Joining Matt Damon in Event Film From ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ Directors
Charles Melton, the star of “Beef” and “May December,” will join Matt Damon in the new movie from Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, the filmmaker duo known as the Daniels. The project, which is described as an “event film,” marks the pair’s follow-up to “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” Plot details remain under wraps, but production is […]
Alessio Liguori to Direct ‘Moriarty Rising: A Sherlock Holmes Tale’
Alessio Liguori is to direct “Moriarty Rising: A Sherlock Holmes Tale” in Turin, Italy. The project, written by Oliver Draiv, explores the origins of Sherlock Holmes’ greatest adversary against the backdrop of modern-day Turin. “Moriarty Rising” is a “dual-format” production, meaning it will function both as a premium vertical series and a standalone feature film. […]
‘Air Jaws’ to ‘Chum Island’: Discovery Channel Reveals Full Shark Week 2026 Lineup
The annual programming event kicks off July 26.
Mýa Signs with WME for Representation
The signing comes on the heels of releasing her latest album, 'Retrospect,' which was released via Planet 9/Virgin Music Group on May 15. It was the performer's first full-length album in eight years.
The ‘Obsession’ Effect: Horror Flick Has Fans Stalking Two L.A. Businesses
Devotees of Curry Barker's breakout have been flocking to a North Hollywood diner and a Burbank magic shop featured in the film.
Liza Colón-Zayas, Jeff Hiller Tapped to Announce Emmy Nominations
The actors, who won Emmys for their roles in 'The Bear' and 'Somebody Somewhere,' respectively, will unveil the noms.
Eater, The Verge and SB Nation Sold to Penske Media
The deal formally winds down an era at Vox Media, which had sold its namesake site and podcast assets as well as New York magazine to James Murdoch.
Keri Russell Teases ‘The Diplomat’ Season 4 as Emmy Buzz Builds
Filming in Italy, the star reflects on Kate Wyler’s fractured marriage, her “tennis match” chemistry with Rufus Sewell and the freedom she’s found in one of TV’s smartest dramas.
Ryan Coogler Moves TV Deal From Disney to Netflix
Coogler's Proximity Media Television will now develop series exclusively for Netflix.
Fox Creator Studios Beefs Up Roster With Josh Richards, Emilia Hartford and More
Head of Fox Creator Studios Billy Parks tells The Hollywood Reporter the unique arrangement is "not for everybody," but it "can be a great, great partnership for the right creator."
Netflix Is Turning ‘Simon Says’ Game Into a Competition Show
"This isn’t the Simon you remember from recess,” the streamer describes.
Kate Hudson-Javier Bardem Rom-Com ‘Hello & Paris’ Adds 6 to Cast at Amazon MGM (Exclusive)
Rupert Penry-Jones, Trudie Styler, Amber Valletta, Bella Maclean, Eliot Sumner and Thaddea Graham have boarded writer-director Elizabeth Chomko's feature that is currently in production.
How Este Haim reached out and touched Hollywood
The bass player of the beloved L.A. sister trio Haim composed the score for a new Netflix rom-com, 'Voicemails for Isabelle.'
Las Culturistas Culture Awards: 6 best moments from the show
From a ripped Shrek to show-stopping musical performances, here are our favorite moments from the show and how hosts Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang say they materialized.
Thirty years and $3 billion later, 'Toy Story' is still one of Disney's surest bets
More than 30 years after the first film came out, the "Toy Story" franchise has continued to resonate with audiences, making it a juggernaut for Disney.
Kenny Chesney didn't think his life was a story. Then his memoir changed everything
Country superstar Kenny Chesney reflects on the memoir he resisted writing and preparing for a new batch of shows at Sphere in Las Vegas starting June 19.
An arrest. A breakup. Turning 30. With 'I Love L.A.,' Rachel Sennott made comedy from chaos
In this week's episode, Rachel Sennott discusses finding the voice of "I Love L.A." — and finding her footing as series creator — during a tumultuous time in her life.
Early TV ratings for 2026 World Cup set records for Fox, Telemundo
The first tournament matches held on U.S. soil since 1994 is more than doubling the audience levels of four years ago.
Appreciation: Architect Lorcan O'Herlihy rethought urban housing and changed Los Angeles for the better
Architect Lorcan O'Herlihy died Sunday at the age of 66. The LOHA founder changed L.A. for the better — rethinking, among other things, dense urban housing and its relationship to the city.
Spain’s Book Business Eyes Global Screen Boom as Fernando Benzo Touts Literature as ‘Safe IP’: ‘Our Petrol Is the Language’
Spanish literature could prove to be a boon for international film and TV adaptations, says Fernando Benzo, author and secretary general of the Spanish Federation of Publishers.  “Books are a safe intellectual property – that’s the main concept for me,” Benzo told Variety. “When you work on a book, usually you already have the fan […]
Albert Serra – In Conversation With China’s Bi Gan – and Carla Simón, Nicolás Méndez, Turbo Shorts Capture Spain’s Creative Take-Off at Shanghai
In the last two years, Spanish directors have had more films in Cannes Festival main competition – five – than any other country in the world.  On June 17, Prime Video announced that Spain was its No. 1 non-English export force, recently scoring as many hits in its Non-English Global Top 10 films as the […]
Vertical Content Outgrows the Microdrama Moment as Asia’s Platforms Chase IP Franchises
Asia’s fast-growing vertical content sector is moving beyond short-form experimentation and into the franchise era, according to executives speaking at the APOS on Thursday. During the session “Building the Vertical Stack in Asia,” industry leaders shared that the next stage of growth for vertical entertainment will be driven not only by subscriber acquisition, but by […]
Netflix’s ‘I Will Find You’ Is Another Wild (and Fun!) Harlan Coben Crime Thriller: TV Review
With series like “Run Away,” “Fool Me Once” and “Missing You,” it’s clear Netflix has hit its stride when it comes to adapting prolific novelist Harlan Coben’s novels. “I Will Find You,” from Coben’s 2023 novel of the same name, and adapted for television by Robert Hull, knocks it out of the park yet again. […]
‘The Lost Children of Tuam,’ Element Pictures Feature Produced by Liam Neeson, to World Premiere at Galway Film Fleadh (EXCLUSIVE)
The upcoming Galway Film Fleadh has landed a world premiere of a very local story from arguably Ireland’s most renowned producers in Element Pictures and, in Liam Neeson, one of the country’s biggest stars. “The Lost Children of Tuam,” directed by Frank Berry (“Aisha,” “Michael Inside”) and written by Rebecca Lenkiewicz (“The Salt Path,” “She […]
‘Doraemon the Movie: New Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil’ Sets India Theatrical Debut (EXCLUSIVE)
One of animation’s most enduring franchises is making its Indian theatrical debut. TV Asahi and PVR Inox Pictures will release “Doraemon the Movie: New Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil” across cinemas throughout India on Oct. 2, the franchise’s first-ever big-screen outing in the country. The film, rooted in the original manga by […]
Microdrama Is Streaming’s New Top-of-Funnel in Southeast Asia, Research Finds
Streaming platforms racing to acquire microdrama content are not simply chasing a trending format – they are buying a direct line into the fast-attention layer where Southeast Asian audiences spend the overwhelming majority of their digital leisure time, according to new research presented at the APOS conference in Bali by Dhivya T, head of insights […]
Limonero Films Partners With Parad Media for Worldwide Sales on ‘Bock Saga,’ a Tale of ‘True Crime, Cults, Eccentric Characters and a Treasure’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Barcelona-based Limonero Films has nabbed world rights to distribute “Bock Saga,” an original, four-part true crime series produced by Finnish group Parad Media. The cult-related series, which premieres on Finnish broadcaster YLE on July 27, has already pre-sold to NRK in Norway, Swedish broadcaster SVT and Denmark’s DR. The series examines the enigmatic story of the […]
Kaiser Chiefs’ Ricky Wilson to Play Teen Angel in Secret Cinema’s ‘Grease: The Immersive Movie Musical’
Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson has been cast as Teen Angel in Secret Cinema and TodayTix’s return staging of “Grease: The Immersive Movie Musical,” set to run at Evolution London in Battersea Park from July 22 to Sept. 13. Wilson joins a cast that includes Giórgios Michaelídes as Danny and Archangelo Ciulla as Kenickie, alongside […]
Joel and Ethan Coen to Be Honored at the 18th Edition of the Lumière Festival
Joel and Ethan Coen will be honored at the 18th edition of the Lumière Festival, which runs from Oct. 10-18 in Lyon, France. The filmmaking brothers will receive the Lumière Award at the festival, which is focused on classic cinema and iconic filmmakers, and is headed by Cannes chief Thierry Fremaux. The Lumière Award is […]
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Season 35 Cast: All the Stars Hitting the Ballroom This Fall
The full list of celebs and pros who will appear on the next season will be revealed on 'Good Morning America' on Sept. 2, but that hasn't stopped ABC from slowly announcing a few of the people partaking in the upcoming season.
‘I Will Find You’ Review: Sam Worthington and Britt Lower Lead Netflix’s Wheel-Spinning, Pulpy Harlan Coben Thriller
Milo Ventimiglia, Chi McBride and Logan Browning also star in the latest limited series from the prolific mystery writer, about a father locked up for killing the son he now believes is still alive.
APOS: Prime Video Bets Its Future in Asia-Pacific on Building the “Entertainment Hub”
At Asia's leading media conference, held this week in Bali, Amazon regional entertainment leaders touted its radical localization strategies, 600-plus distribution partners, and the new ad-supported tier in India built on Amazon MX Player.
Locarno: Rick Baker, Seven-Time Oscar Winner and Makeup Effects Artist, to Receive Vision Award
"Over his long career, Rick Baker has transformed Michael Jackson into a zombie in Thriller and turned Jim Carrey into the Grinch."
Sarah Jessica Parker, Jessica Alba and K-Pop Stars Debut in Fendi’s Baguette Campaign
The Baguette gets carried around by Emma D’Arcy, Sophie Thatcher, Iris Law, Tecla Insolia and Fendi ambassadors Bang Chan, Song Yuqi, Ren Meguro and Mina.
Hollywood Names Surface in Peter Thiel-Backed, Invite-Only Society
Ranks of his group, Dialog, appear to include several prominent figures in media and entertainment who're put in the same room as C-suite execs and political titans during closed door annual retreats. The group is planning an expansion.
Why Padma Lakshmi Wants ‘America’s Culinary Cup’ to Mark a New Wave of “High-End” Food TV
"We don't need a lot of those old tropes and tricks of reality television," says the host of the CBS cooking competition.
A Parking Spot, a Philosophical War and the Most Talked-About Film at Shanghai
Canadian director Louis Godbout on how a suburban Montreal argument over a parking space became 'The Parking Spot' — a psychological thriller dividing SIFF audiences in the best possible way: "The film is a meditation on fate."
Shanghai’s Rising Filmmakers Get a Master Class From the Festival Elite
The heads of the Berlin, Toronto and Hong Kong festivals, alongside former Oscars president Janet Yang and actress Joan Chen, offered emerging talent some encouragement — and tough love.
How Asian Animators Are Cracking the Code of Cross-Cultural Storytelling
On the sidelines of Shanghai, Chinese filmmaker Yu Shui, India's Gitanjali Rao and Aardman's Will Becher discuss what it takes to make a film the whole world wants to see.
Shanghai: Kering’s Women in Motion Reflects on Changing Times, Offers Inspiration
Cecilia Yip and Rebecca Li Manxuan joined by Dora Bouchoucha and Carla Gutiérrez on stage and they share the message: "Be true to yourself and just don't try to please everybody."
Ben Stiller Teams With A24 and HBO for New York Knicks Doc
"Obviously I've been shooting some stuff on my phone, but it's kind of gonna be about all eras of the Knicks," the actor and filmmaker says of the project.
The Turkish Front-Runner at Shanghai That Turns Personal Trauma Into Universal Fear
Director Reis Çelik draws on his own escape during Turkey's 1980 military coup for 'Night of Blindness,' a tense black-and-white thriller that's become an early Golden Goblet front-runner.
New Paramount+ Promo Is Essentially a Two-Month Free Trial
While the streaming service recently eliminated its free trial period, this limited-time offer is a very close second.
Duffer Brothers’ ‘The Boroughs’ Canceled by Netflix After One Season
The Duffer Brothers’ sci-fi series “The Boroughs” has been canceled by Netflix after one season. The show, which was executive produced by the “Stranger Things” creators, debuted in May 2026 off the heels of that show’s final season. “The Boroughs” starred Alfred Molina and Alfre Woodard and followed a group of unlikely heroes at a […]
Producers United Boosts Legal Muscle With Entertainment Litigator Bonnie Eskenazi, Labor Pro Allyson L. Belovin (EXCLUSIVE)
Producers United, the advocacy group dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights of “career producers” in film and television, has added some significant legal muscle to its bench. Entertainment litigator Bonnie Eskenazi and leading labor and employment attorney Allyson L. Belovin will represent the group of 300 name producers – whose membership includes Oscar winner Jonathan Wang (“Everything […]
Radial Entertainment Hires Former Sony Exec Carrie Ferman as Chief Operating Officer (EXCLUSIVE)
Radial Entertainment has tapped former Sony exec Carrie Ferman as the company’s new chief opperating officer. The news was revealed on Wednesday at the StreamTV Show in Denver during a keynote interview with Radial CEO Jeff Shultz. Ferman previously served as head of business strategy and operations at Sony Pictures TV. This reps the latest […]
Jamie Bell on ‘Half Man,’ Fatherhood and Wanting to Make a Tap-Dancing Movie After Fred Astaire Biopic Fell Apart
Jamie Bell is still dancing. Twenty-five years ago, an 11-year-old boy from northeast England filmed a small movie about a coal miner’s son who wanted to dance ballet. Three years later, that boy, a 14-year-old Jamie Bell, stood on a BAFTA stage holding the prize for best leading actor, the youngest person ever to win […]
Emmy Predictions: Writing — Where the Scribes Behind ‘The Pitt,’ ‘Widow’s Bay’ and ‘Love Story’ Make Their Case
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]
Key and Peele’s Plan to Reboot ‘Police Academy’ Got Canceled After Michael Brown Killed in Ferguson, Says Ike Barinholtz
A 2010s reboot of “Police Academy” was canceled after a tragic real-life incident sparked a national debate about the police use of force. On the June 17 episode of the podcast “Funny You Ask with Ike Barinholtz,” the comedian told a story to guest Joel McHale about an awkward pitch meeting he had with his […]
Tom Holland Speaks Out on AI and Why Artists Are ‘Safe’: ‘Creativity Has to Do With the Human Experience’
Tom Holland is sharing his thoughts on the hot-button topic of AI, and he’s not shy about explaining why it “doesn’t have a soul.” “Creativity is safe from AI because creativity has to do with the human experience,” Holland said while appearing on Spain’s “El Hormiguero” talk show Wednesday alongside Zendaya. “It’s about emotions, it’s […]
‘Dreams of Violets’ Review: What Does a Film Made Entirely with AI Look Like? Ash Koosha’s Iranian Protest Drama Is Dramatically Numbing, but It’s Still a Startling Portent of the Future
Does this mean that AI can "make a movie"? No. But it does mean that AI can give you scenes of roiling tumultuous Civil War set in the hurly-burly of Tehran at sunset, with soldiers roaming the streets and forcing citizens into vans as others scurry out of the way, and it can make you believe your eyes.
Ben Stiller Sets NY Knicks Doc Series With A24, HBO and the NBA After Championship Win
Superfan Ben Stiller has confirmed he is making a multi-part documentary series about the history of the New York Knicks and their historic championship win last weekend, in partnership with the NBA, HBO and A24. The series will chronicle the history, culture, and enduring legacy of the Knicks, culminating with the franchise’s first NBA championship […]
Hollywood Radio and Television Society Partners With Easterseals Disability Services to Relaunch Darcy Awards
The Hollywood Radio and Television Society will extend its long-standing relationship with Easterseals Disability Services, partnering with the nonprofit organization for the upcoming Easterseals Disability Arts & Culture Awards, also known as the Darcys. Founded in 1979 by producer Norman Lear, the kudos were previously known as the Media Access Awards. HRTS will serve as […]
Former 'Top Gear' host Jeremy Clarkson diagnosed with 'aggressive' form of prostate cancer
Jeremy Clarkson, formerly of 'Top Gear,' reveals his cancer battle in two episodes of his Prime Video series 'Clarkson's Farm.' 'I promise I'll be fine,' he tells his co-hosts.
Lil Nas X gets candid about bipolar disorder, rehab after mental health episode: 'I'm feeling better'
Lil Nas X spoke out on Instagram about his mental health episode last summer that ended in his arrest. 'There's less fear in my heart,' the Grammy winner said in his video.
10 minutes backstage with Koe Wetzel at the Grammy Museum
The country star from Texas spoke with The Times after performing songs from his new album, 'The Night Champion.'
'Blue Beetle' star Xolo Maridueña talks East L.A. upbringing, Latinos in film and future projects
In this week's episode of "The De Los Podcast," actor Xolo Maridueña talked about growing up in East L.A., the importance of Latino representation and the litany of projects he has in the works.
Made for your phone, now playing before the movie: Microdramas hit the big screen
National CineMedia, which is behind pre-show programming in theaters, has inked a deal to show microdrama previews on the big screen.
Lost in LACMA's new galleries, a serene still life serves as a compass
Stephanie Shih staged a rainbow of plants, flowers, fruits and a single real butterfly within the gallery itself and documented them over the course of two weeks late last year.
Walter Parazaider, saxophonist and Chicago co-founder, dead at 81
"A Rock & Roll band with horns was Walt's idea," Chicago said, announcing Parazaider's death.
Starz Acquires Russell T Davies’s Drama ‘Tip Toe’ for the U.S. and Canada
Russell T Davies’ drama “Tip Toe” is heading to Starz in the U.S. and Canada. The network has exclusively acquired the LGBTQ+ drama series, which stars Alan Cumming and David Morrissey as warring neighbors. The five-part series will premiere in North America later this year. Cumming plays Leo while Morrissey stars as Clive, two men […]
NewFilmmakers LA Announces Nominees and Jury for 14th Annual Awards (EXCLUSIVE)
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles has unveiled the nominees and jury for the 14th annual best of NFMLA awards. Among the 16 categories, including best documentary feature film and best performance drama, 84 projects are recognized. The projects are selected from films shown during NFMLA’s 2025 programming season, in addition to those developed during the InFocus initiative. […]
Walter Parazaider, Chicago Co-Founder, Flutist and Sax Player, Dies at 81
Walter Parazaider, a co-founding member of Chicago who was with the band from its start in 1967 through his retirement in 2017, died Wednesday, family members announced. He had been suffering from Alzheimer’s disease for six years. Parazaider played reed instruments in the band for that 50-year run, and may be most easily recognized for […]
Ryan Gosling to Receive 2026 American Cinematheque Award
The 'Project Hail Mary' star will be honored at the Beverly Hills gala on Nov. 2.
‘The Great American Sandwich Show’ Launches on YouTube
The latest offering from Trusted Media Brands’ Taste of Home features comedian and sandwich enthusiast Lindsay Ames cooking with luminaries — starting with ‘Top Chef’ host Kristen Kish.
Starz to Import Russell T Davies Queer Thriller ‘Tip Toe’ Starring Alan Cumming
Cumming and David Morrissey are neighbors at war in Channel 4 series from ITV Studios banner Quay Street Productions.
‘Love Island USA’ Week 2 Recap: Fans Stirred the Pot But Islanders Kept the Drama Boiling
The second week of season eight of Peacock's hit reality dating series saw two messy recouplings, another OG Islander get dumped, the first night in The Hideaway and too many love triangles.
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ the “Most Mature, Emotionally Complex” in Franchise, Joe Russo Says
While Robert Downey Jr. says the writers have solved Marvel's post-'Endgame' slump problem.
When Celtics Fans Went Too Far
Thirty years ago, ‘Celtic Pride’ propelled Dan Aykroyd and Daniel Stern to kidnap the rival team’s star to help Boston win the NBA Finals.
The New York Comedy Festival to Present Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch
For the first time, the New York Comedy Festival (NYCF) will present Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch, bringing the annual industry spotlight on emerging comedic talent into the festival’s official programming. The presentation and showcase will take place on Nov. 12 during the festival, which runs from Friday, Nov. 6, through Sunday, Nov. 15. This […]
Janelle James Comedy Series ‘Rock City’ in Development at Hulu
Janelle James is developing a new comedy series at Hulu with “Happy Endings” creator David Caspe. Titled “Rock City,” the show would follow a woman who returns to her hometown in the Virgin Islands after she inherits a local tourist trap from her estranged father. According to the logline, she “quickly realizes that she’s been left much more […]
How ‘Your Fault: London’ Star Matthew Broome Found His Version of Nick in the Beloved Franchise
The British actor got his big break in the romance drama space, first with 'The Buccaneers' and then with the 'My Fault: London' film franchise, including the newly released sequel.
‘Baywatch’ Reboot Cast: Meet the New Stars (and Four Returning Faces) in Red Suits
With the Fox series reimagining of the classic lifeguard drama in production, The Hollywood Reporter rounds up the influencer-heavy cast heading to Venice Beach.
Does Hollywood Get Pirates Right? An Explorer Dives Deep.
From Captain Blood to Jack Sparrow to an upcoming Ridley Scott take on ‘Treasure Island,’ onscreen swashbucklers have often been box-office gold. But how much is true? Researchers in the Bahamas tracked down answers.
THR’s Emmy Predictions: What Should Happen vs. What Will
From ‘Hacks’ and ‘The Pitt’ to riskier favorites like ‘Widow’s Bay’ and ‘Bait,’ THR’s TV critics spotlight the clear-cut nominees, vulnerable frontrunners and dark-horse choices worth rooting for.
‘Abbott Elementary’ Star Janelle James, ‘Happy Endings’ Creator David Caspe Team for Hulu Comedy
The two previously worked together on Showtime's 'Black Monday.'
Game of Porn: The Battle to Topple OnlyFans
OnlyFans conquered adult content, then spent years acting ashamed of it. Now that its founder is dead, a Texas upstart called Fansly is poaching its NSFW talent and proudly moving in on its turf.
Lil Nas X Talks Improved Mental Health, Confirms New Music in the Works: “I’m Smelling the Roses”
The rapper opened up about getting diagnosed with bipolar disorder, going through rehab and working with a therapist, saying he was "trying to ground myself down to earth."
Did a 54-Year-Old Nonprofit Worker Just Use AI to Become the Next Charlie Kaufman?
The Very Curious Case of Robert Gaudette.
‘One Night in Idaho: The College Murders’ Renewed for Season 2 at Prime Video
Bryan Kohberger's plea changed everything.
‘Scary Movie’ Director Michael Tiddes Breaks Down the New Ending and Making the Anti-Legacy Sequel
The filmmaker also discusses a scrapped Melissa Barrera joke and how the team managed to get 'Michael' into the movie at the last minute.
BET Revives ‘ComicView’ With New ‘Rooftop Series’ Hosted by Chris ‘CP’ Powell (EXCLUSIVE)
BET is returning to its comedy roots by rebooting its beloved stand-up series “ComicView.” Titled “ComicView: Rooftop Series,” the 10-episode revival will premiere on the network on June 30 at 9:30 p.m. ET. It’s hosted by Chris “CP” Powell and will take place outside, from a rooftop in Hollywood. Each episode will spotlight three comedians, […]
UTA Signs Powerhouse Christian Novelist Karen Kingsbury (EXCLUSIVE)
Karen Kingsbury, the bestselling author crowned the “Queen of Christian Fiction” by Time magazine, has signed with UTA for representation in all areas. Kingsbury has published nearly 100 novels and sold more than 30 million copies in the U.S. Her catalog includes the multi-generational Baxter family series, as well as bestsellers such as “Someone Like […]
‘Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It’ Movie in the Works at Netflix From ‘The Nightingale’ Producer, ‘Book Lovers’ Screenwriter (EXCLUSIVE)
“Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast” co-host Brooke Averick’s debut novel, “Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It,” is being adapted into a movie at Netflix. Following a highly competitive bidding war, the streamer landed the film rights to Averick’s “Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It,” which has spent two weeks on the New York Times’ bestseller list […]
Disney Is Unlocking ‘The Simpsons’ for Fortnite Games Developers
D’oh! Homer, Marge, Bart and the rest of “The Simpsons” cast of characters are set to run riot in a slew of new battles across Epic Games’ Fortnite under a new pact. Disney and Epic Games announced that “The Simpsons” is joining Fortnite’s IP Partner Program, giving third-party developers the tools to create “fully authentic” […]
How Banchi Hanuse’s ‘Ceremony’ Honors Nuxalk History, Healing and Survival
Indigenous director Banchi Hanuse’s “Ceremony” won the Audience Award at SXSW, a DGC Award at Hot Docs and the First Nations Award at the Sydney Film Festival — that success underlines her goals with the film. The film screens June 19 at the Bentonville Film Festival. Hanuse spent 12 years with the story of her […]
Josh Johnson on His Unprecedented Comedic Output: ‘What Some People See as a Treadmill, I See as a Magic Carpet’
Josh Johnson is trying out bits on me in the back of a black Cadillac. We’re making conversation on the way from a “Daily Show” promotional event to his set at the New York Comedy Club in Midtown, and I can sense when small talk starts inching toward a punchline. He asks how I like […]
Laika Animation Studio Becomes a Certified B Corporation; Meets Standards for Social and Environmental Performance (EXCLUSIVE)
Animation studio Laika, responsible for films like “Coraline” and “ParaNorman,” has become a Certified B Corporation. B Corporations are certified by the nonprofit organization B Lab and must meet rigorous standards for social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Certification also requires companies to consider the interests of employees, communities, customers, suppliers, and the environment […]
Ken Ziffren on the Fight for a New Spin on Fin-Syn, Six Decades of Hollywood Dealmaking and Awaiting a ‘Cacophony of Decisions’ in AI Cases
Ken Ziffren has logged more than 50 years in Los Angeles’ legal community. He’s represented a wide range of players from the late great showrunner entrepreneur Stephen J. Cannell to the Television Academy to the Directors Guild of America. He’s been on every industry commission imaginable, including a stint as L.A.’s film czar under former […]
Making the queer horror romance 'Leviticus' was an exploration — and a reclamation
In a crowded year for chilling debuts, director Adrian Chiarella and actors Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen impress with a fear that hits close to home.
One Shot: How 'Death by Lightning' re-created a game-changing political convention
A rousing speech at the 1880 GOP convention launched James Garfield to the nomination — and the White House. The team behind Netflix's limited series breaks down how they re-created it.
A highly personal ranking of the 10 best toys in the 'Toy Story' movies
I watched my children play with their toys over many years and multiple 'Toy Story' movies. These are more than just animated characters to me.
The Emmys' new Legacy Award for classic TV shows, explained
Television Academy chief Maury McIntyre breaks down the Emmys' new Legacy Award, which will honor TV series that have had a 'profound and lasting impact' on the medium.
Defending their throne: Emma D'Arcy on preparing for battle on 'House of the Dragon'
In Season 3, Rhaenyra Targaryen finally gets to pick up a weapon, a feat that Emma D'Arcy says was a long time coming and nearly hampered by an ACL injury.
From 'Gandhi' to 'Wonder Man,' Sir Ben Kingsley still sets the scene
Whether in an Oscar-winning epic or a Marvel comedy, the British actor never loses his sense of drama. He recently sat down with The Envelope to tell stories as only he can.
Noah Wyle's Emmy chances for 'The Pitt' Season 2, by the numbers
'The Pitt' has already exceeded the major acting categories Emmy haul of Wyle's last hit medical drama, 'ER.' Season 2 is likely to add several more statuettes to the pile.
The week's bestselling books, June 21
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, June 21, 2026, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.
'KPop Demon Hunters' was a 'bright spot' in a year of declining diversity among streaming films, study finds
A UCLA diversity study found that the percentage of women and people of color leading streaming films decreased in 2025, with the notable exception of 'KPop Demon Hunters.'
In Nader Saeivar’s ‘Hijamat,’ Edited by Jafar Panahi, Dishes Break, and So May a Family (Exclusive Clips)
Kida Khodr Ramadan stars in the film from the duo behind 'It Was Just An Accident,' which premieres at Karlovy Vary and focuses on a Muslim family whose son's secret relationship with a man is exposed.
BBC to Cut 550 Jobs, Eye More Staff Reductions, Slash Content Spend by $107M, “Review” Channels
The moves are part of the effort by the team of new BBC director general Matt Brittin, a former Google top executive, to slash costs across operations and functions.
Locarno’s Inaugural Open Doors Connect: Meet the Four Participants and Their Sponsors
"Bringing together film professionals from Benin, Madagascar, Brazil and Mongolia, the goal is "to ideate and facilitate opportunities for South-South collaborations."
Regional Streamers Viu and iQIYI Team Up on Southeast Asia Bundle
Unveiled at Bali's APOS conference, a single subscription will soon pair Viu's Korean-led library with iQIYI's Chinese and local-language slate across four markets.
Why the ‘Widow’s Bay’ Finale Is Not Emmy Eligible — But Its Breakout Performance Is on the Ballot
Apple's new series was such a late-breaking hit this spring that several of its episodes aired too late for the Emmy deadline. That may actually wind up an advantage.
Amazon Hires Matt Schwimmer to Lead Creator Business Development
The exec joins after working at sports podcast company Better Collective as the chief executive of Playmaker, a sports media platform.
Storm Reid on Debut Single “Clean Sweep” and the End of ‘Euphoria’
The actress is wading into the world of music with her debut single: “I've been really trying to find my sound and giving myself permission to have fun and not wait for anybody else to give me permission.”
Hollywood Diversity Report: Streaming Films Have Abandoned Women and People of Color
Despite Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters,' 2025 was not a great year for representation.
Anya Taylor-Joy on ‘Furiosa’ Struggles, Being Bullied and Joining Middle-Earth
From feral outsider to blockbuster muse, the ‘Lucky’ star opens up about her unconventional path to Hollywood, her battles with director George Miller and her crazy crusade to get cast in 'Dune.'
Microdramas Are Coming to a Theater Near You — At Least to the Pre-Show (Exclusive)
aTwist, the new company from a trio of Hollywood veterans, has inked a partnership with National CineMedia to advertise their series and hawk some products.
Vans Releases ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ Collection Inspired by Hit Song ‘Golden’
Vans get the “Golden” treatment in a new “Kpop Demon Hunters” collection, which will drop in stores and online later this summer. The release includes the beloved shoe brand’s top-selling sneakers – the Classic Slip-On, Old Skool, Old Skool V and Sk8-Hi — in a new golden colorway, nodding to the film’s Oscar-winning original song […]
TikTok Sets Cannes Lions Creator Lineup With Tineke Younger, Morgan Jay, Katie Fang and More (EXCLUSIVE)
TikTok is set to have a big presence at Cannes Lions later this month with a 16-strong creator lineup spanning the worlds of food, lifestyle, music, comedy, sports and beauty. TikTok creators attending the festival of creativity in the South of France include chef and author Tineke “Tini” Younger (@tinekeyounger); musician and comedian Morgan Jay […]