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Michael Beach To Play Stephen Fry’s Best Friend In Fox’s ‘The Interrogator’

EXCLUSIVE: Fox’s The Interrogator has added Michael Beach (The Perfect Couple, Tulsa King) to its series regular cast. The project, from Lionsgate Television and Fox Entertainment, has a 12-episode straight-to-series order for the 2026-27 season. The Interrogator centers on former MI6 agent Conrad Henry (Stephen Fry) and his elite team. When conventional methods have failed, Henry’s […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/ePhrUpN

Mentalist Oz Pearlman Backs Out Of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ Following WHCD Shooting, Podcaster Jon Lovett Joins Show

Mentalist Oz Pearlman will not appear on Jimmy Kimmel Live! tonight and has been replaced by Pod Save America’s Jon Lovett. Deadline understands that Pearlman backed out of the appearance. The move comes two days after Pearlman was set as the headliner for the White House Correspondents Dinner, which was canceled after a shooting at […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/vuCzkHy

Megan Thee Stallion Exiting Broadway’s ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Two Weeks Early

There’s going to be an unexpected casting change for Broadway’s Moulin Rouge! The Musical this week. Multi-Grammy winner Megan Thee Stallion said Monday that her final performance as the impresario Zidler in the show at the Al Hirschfield Theatre will be on Friday, May 1. Making her Broadway debut, she was to have played the […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/3xo8HIh

First Teaser for Mysterious 'Verity' with Hathaway, Johnson, Hartnett

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"Darkness ahead." Amazon MGM Studios has revealed the first look teaser trailer for an intriguing mystery film titled simply Verity , arriving to watch in theaters starting in October this fall. Verity is a sexy psychological thriller adapted from Colleen Hoover's novel "Verity" and features a stunning cast to get your attention. Anne Hathaway , Dakota Johnson , and Josh Hartnett star as the trio at the center of this story. Lowen Ashleigh gets hired by Jeremy Crawford to ghostwrite novels for his bestselling author wife Verity, who's unable to finish them after a accident. However, Lowen uncovers Verity's disturbing truths in a manuscript while residing at the Crawfords' home. Just know: "There is no light where we're going." Which sounds ominous. What happens next once she finds out the truth? Starring Johnson as Lowen, Hathaway as the titular Verity, Hartnett as Jeremy, with Ismael Cruz Córdova , Brady Wagner , Irina Dvorovenko...

‘The Forsytes’ Teaser: PBS Masterpiece Unveils First Look At Season 2

On the heels of Sunday’s Season 1 finale, Masterpiece PBS is giving us a first look at the upcoming second season of The Forstyes. Season 2 premieres next year on Masterpiece on PBS with actors Richard Rankin (Outlander, Rebus), Sarah Alexander (Pennyworth, Jonathan Creek) and Nia Ashi (Bob Marley: One Love) joining the cast. They join BAFTA-winner Francesca […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/IA10TiK

‘Landman’ Star Billy Bob Thornton Likens Playing Tommy Norris To “Nice Pair Of Worn-In Pants” – Contenders TV

Deadline’s Contenders TV panel for Landman hosted a very cool group of guys: Sam Elliott, Andy Garcia, director/EP Stephen Kay and Billy Bob Thornton — who looked at every bit the rock star and cowboy onstage at the DGA Theater after playing a sold-out show with his band The Boxmasters at Stagecoach the night before. […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/T2Shcje

‘Young Sherlock’ Stars Discuss Characters’ Fated Friendship: “This Version Of Moriarty Isn’t The Antithesis Of Sherlock” – Contenders TV 

Guy Ritchie’s Prime Video origin story series Young Sherlock follows a teenage Sherlock Holmes (Hero Fiennes Tiffin) in his pre-detective Oxford University era and introduces his longtime rival James Moriarty (Dónal Finn). We would never know that these two characters were destined to be mortal enemies, as their friendship is really the heart of the […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/FqANuPR

‘Wonder Man’ For Disney+ Began As A Joke Pitch, Says EP – Contenders TV

The new Disney+ eight-part series Wonder Man, starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Sir Ben Kingsley, all started as a joke. During a Deadline Contenders TV panel Executive Producer Destin Daniel Cretton got quite candid with how it all came to be. “The genesis of the idea actually sprouted when we were on the set of Shang […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/ul7Ukv6

Chris Meloni Has ‘Law & Order’ Reunion With Mariska Hargitay While “Freshly Unemployed” After ‘Organized Crime’ Cancellation

Although Law & Order: Organized Crime is over, Stabler and Benson are still partners for life behind the scenes. Following the spin-off’s cancellation after five seasons, Detective Elliot Stabler star Christopher Meloni reunited with Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star Mariska Hargitay, who has played Olivia Benson for the show’s 27-season run. “What one […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/6BjkcXQ

Melissa McCarthy Surprises Mariska Hargitay During ‘Law & Order: SVU’ Guest Role: “Mind Blown”

While Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has had plenty of familiar guest stars, the latest was a surprise even for Mariska Hargitay. After appearing in the Season 27 episode ‘Gimmick’ as a professional fighter, Melissa McCarthy shared a behind-the-scenes video of herself dressed in disguise so she could surprise Hargitay on set with her […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/oP90vGM

Erin Moriarty Filmed One Of Her “Most Important Episodes” Of ‘The Boys’ During “Peak” Health Issues: “F*ck Autoimmune Disease”

SPOILERS: This post contains details about The Boys, Season 5 episode ‘King of Hell’ After opening about her Graves’ disease diagnosis last year, Erin Moriarty is sharing her experience of working while struggling with the autoimmune disease. The actress, who plays Annie/Starlight on The Boys, explained that this week’s episode ‘King of Hell’ was “one […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/vcWwizD

Merger Opponents Rally Outside David Ellison’s Dinner For Donald Trump’s White House

Donald Trump arrived at the Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday evening to attend a private dinner hosted by Paramount CEO David Ellison, who is seeking approval of his proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Across the street on the National Mall, Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) and about two dozen other merger opponents […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/cB5JtSC

‘Dancing With The Stars’ Renewed For Season 35 With Reality Stars Maura Higgins & Ciara Miller Revealed As First Contestants

Dancing with the Stars will return for Season 35, and ABC is already giving viewers a taste of what to expect this fall. The Traitors and Love Island breakout Maura Higgins and Summer House favorite Ciara Miller will both compete on the upcoming season of DWTS, the network revealed at Disney’s Get Real unscripted TV […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/AB3zgJ1

Will New Apple CEO John Ternus, Hardware Engineer & F1 Fan, Deliver Next Transformational Device, AI Strategy & Stay The Course In Streaming?

Apple’s changing of the guard with low-key Head of Hardware Engineering, John Ternus, set to replace CEO Tim Cook in a matter of months, launches a new era at the tech giant. The question is — what will that look like? Hardware is key, obviously. Investors and fans would love a truly transformational device. It’s […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/pDvxFG7

Amazon Hires Apple’s Oliver Jones For UK Scripted Role

Amazon’s international scripted team is bulking up. The streamer has hired Oliver Jones, who has spent the last six years at Apple, as Senior Commissioner for UK Scripted. The move was revealed by Nicole Clemens, VP, International Originals, in a note to staff. Jones was previously Senior Creative Executive for International Scripted Television at Apple, […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/CDpIbzO

Shameik Moore in RZA's 'One Spoon of Chocolate' Thriller Trailer #2

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"I got the power!" Yes he does! Well this looks totally badass. 36 Cinema + Variance has revealed a second official trailer for the movie One Spoon of Chocolate , a killer new cinematic event from the mind of The RZA. This first premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival last year and it opens in US theaters this May . And it looks like it kicks all kinds of ass! Quentin Tarantino presents this badass revenge thriller. His official intro: "As a filmmaker, RZA really brought home the bacon on an old-school, foot-to-ass, Revenge-a-matic! This picture drives audiences wild wherever it screens. We’ll sell you a whole seat, but you’ll only use the edge of it." An ex-military convict seeks a fresh start in a small town, but his past catches up as he finds love amidst danger and chaos. RZA's One Spoon of Chocolate stars Shameik Moore as Unique, joined by Blair Underwood , RJ Cyler , Paris Jackson , Emyri Crutchfield , Michael Harney , & Harry Goodwins . This i...

Johnny Knoxville Takes Credit For “Monstrous Explosion” In Simi Valley During ‘Jackass: Best and Last’ Wrap

Johnny Knoxville is sending off the Jackass franchise with a bang… and possibly a few 9-1-1 calls. During the final day of filming on Jackass: Best and Last, the co-creator and star of the MTV reality stunt series and films claimed credit for a “monstrous explosion” that took place in Simi Valley, causing alarm for […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/DgGk8HT

Joe Russo Teases ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Re-Release At Sands & Says The Film Will Feature New Footage Set Within The ‘Doomsday’ Narrative: “It’s An Opportunity To Create A Bridge”

It was announced during Disney’s presentation at Cinemacon that Joe and Anthony Russo’s theatrical re-release of Avengers: Endgame will feature previously unreleased footage, but there was no signal of what that footage might entail.  Saturday night at the Sands Film Festival in St Andrews, Scotland, however, Joe Russo revealed, during a session with Deadline’s Mike […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/v8ClIp3

Matt Bomer Reveals He Recorded Songs With Diane Warren For A ‘Magic Mike XXL’ Tie-In EP

In some vault, somewhere, are a couple of unreleased “rough tracks” featuring two-time Emmy-nominated actor Matt Bomer and 17-time Oscar-nominated songwriter Diane Warren. In a conversation with Josh Horowitz for Happy Sad Confused, the Fellow Travelers star revealed that he has an unreleased EP of songs tied to 2015’s Magic Mike XXL. The idea came […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/mV6WRga

Former Presidents, ‘SNL’ Stars, Nicole Kidman, Garth Brooks & More Celebrate America’s 250th At History Channel Event

The nation’s four former presidents, Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, and assorted celebs took the stage at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia Saturday for History Talks, an event honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary spotlighting democracy, social justice, healing division and political satire. A+E Global Media’s History Channel partnered with Philly-based […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/WR80YAr

Nexstar-Tegna Merger Frozen By Judge As Antitrust Battle Continues; CA AG Says “This Merger Is Illegal, Plain & Simple”

(Updated with Nexstar statement) A federal judge just put a halt to Nexstar’s proposed $6.2 billion merger with Tegna, putting in doubt the combination of the companies to create a broadcast station giant – at least for now. With just a few hours to go on the current TRO, U.S. District Judge Troy Nunley on […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/ADiU9L0

First Trailer for 'Moss & Freud' Movie w/ Ellie Bamber & Derek Jacobi

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"If I am going to paint you, I need absolute commitment." Vertigo Releasing has debuted the official trailer for a film titled Moss & Freud , retelling the real story of what happened when Kate Moss had her portrait taken by this famous artist. This premiered at the 2025 London Film Festival last year and also played at the Rome Film Fest. It's officially opening in UK cinemas in May this summer season, not sure when it'll arrive in the US just yet. Supermodel Kate Moss embarks on a journey of self-discovery when the acclaimed artist Lucian Freud offers to paint her portrait. The story takes place London in 2002. Starring Ellie Bamber as Kate Moss, Derek Jacobi as Lucian, Jasmine Blackborow as Bella Freud, plus Tim Downie and Will Tudor . The festival says Bamber & Jacobi "bring these iconic figures wonderfully to life, enabling audiences to witness the personal interaction that took place behind closed doors. Lucas' impressive debut is a tende...

‘Mother Mary’, ‘Erupcja’ With Charli XCX, Docs ‘Lorne’ & ‘Everyone Is Lying To You For Money’ – Specialty Preview

Focus Features is out with Morgan Neville’s documentary Lorne at 414 locations, a behind-the-scenes look at Lorne Michaels, the creator of Saturday Night Live and one of television’s most influential creative forces. The doc features rare footage and never-before-seen archival materials and wide-ranging conversations with some of SNL’s most influential cast members and writers including Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, John […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/8kFLRZ6

Who’s A Good Dog? This Dog! Zzalsow Saved So Many Lives, And Now He’s Celebrated In A Documentary

EXCLUSIVE: There are good dogs. There are very good dogs. And then there’s Zzaslow. The black Labrador, who was born in June 2005 at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas, became the most decorated bomb-sniffing dog in U.S. Army history, saving countless American soldiers from concealed bombs and landmines. The canine’s heroic story, and his […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/cr2Ajwq

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Drops New Trailer At CinemaCon: Steve Rogers Back As Avengers Face Their Most Formidable Foe Yet

Marvel has dropped a new trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, which teased the arrival of Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom, the most formidable foe our heroes have faced yet. The trailer was shown in the room at CinemaCon as part of Disney’s presentation Thursday in Las Vegas. “Something’s coming, something we may not be able to […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/t3UDuSW

Jacob Elordi in Ridley's Post-Apocalyptic 'The Dogs Stars' Movie Trailer

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"The world that was, doesn't exist... It's just us trying to hold onto 'what was'... And everyone else." 20th Century has revealed the first official trailer for Ridley Scott's next new movie – a post-apocalyptic thriller called The Dog Stars , based on the book by Peter Heller. The Dog Stars is now ready to open in theaters in late August this year, after first being set for release this spring. We finally have a first look at some legit footage. Sparse survivors in the aftermath of a catastrophic pandemic traverse a post-apocalyptic landscape to find the origin of a mysterious radio transmission - wanting more from their lives. Jacob Elordi stars in it as Hig, a civilian pilot flying his Cessna around. With Brolin as a tough ex-marine. They face invaders and the struggling of hoping for a better life outside of their current existence. Starring Jacob Elordi , Josh Brolin , and Margaret Qualley , with Guy Pearce , Benedict Wong , & Allison Jann...

Christopher Nolan Touts “Long-Held Dream” ‘The Odyssey’ At CinemaCon, Unveiling New Trojan Horse Footage

Universal has offered a new look at The Odyssey, its Imax event film from Christopher Nolan that’s based on the ancient Greek epic poem from Homer. The filmmaker was in attendance to tout the project. We’ve already seen a trailer unveiled for the film. But in Las Vegas this afternoon, we got a look at […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/MGJB9RV

Warner Bros. Unveils New Specialty Label, Clockwork; Sean Baker’s ‘Ti Amo!’ Is First Pic

Warner Bros. Pictures today unveiled Warner Bros. Clockwork, its new specialty film label, along with the division’s first film acquisition, Ti Amo!, from Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sean Baker. Warner Bros. Clockwork has acquired global distribution rights for the film, excluding France, and will be releasing it in theaters globally in 2027. Ti Amo! is Baker’s highly anticipated follow-up to his Oscar and Palme […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/oRsJ5VA

Must See Teaser for Takashi Yamazaki's 'Godzilla Minus Zero' Sequel

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"If their operation fails, maybe we'll finally get to use it..." The big guy is back! Toho & Gkids have unveiled the first look teaser trailer for Godzilla Minus Zero , the highly anticipated sequel to the global smash hit Godzilla Minus One from 2023 a few years ago . Director Takashi Yamazaki has been hard at work on this sequel ever since that first one roared its way to Oscar glory . This is set two years after the vents of the first movie, at a "0" time for Japan now. It's 1949 after the war, when Americans were still all over Japan helping them rebuild. The story continues with the Shikishima family as they face an all-new calamity – with both Ryunosuke Kamiki as Koichi Shikishima and Minami Hamabe as Noriko Oishi returning in their same roles. It also stars Miou Tanaka . This epic monster movie global sci-fi sequel is set for another worldwide release in November . The footage was first presented at CinemaCon in Las Vegas this week, where d...

Sony’s Tom Rothman Tells Theaters To Enforce Longer Windows, Scrap, Ads, Offer Cheaper Tickets For Long Term Health Of Industry – CinemaCon

Tom Rothman, chairman and CEO, Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group, and the first Hollywood studio chief to take the stage at CinemaCom came down hard on cinemas ticking off three key changes he thinks exhibition needs to make for the health of hte industry. Tom Rothman, chairman and CEO, Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group, and […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/wtf5gRX

Jennifer Hudson To Guest Judge And Serve As Mentor On ‘American Idol’ For Disney Night

EGOT winner and former American Idol contestant Jennifer Hudson is returning to the ABC music competition series as a guest judge and mentor on its upcoming Disney Night, April 20. During tonight’s episode, the long-running reality show announced that the multi-hyphenate superstar and 2004 finalist would join Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Carrie Underwood to […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/YUcyFGs

Britney Spears Voluntarily Checks Into Rehab Facility Following DUI Arrest

Britney Spears has checked into a treatment facility following her DUI arrest early last month, according to multiple press reports. The Grammy-winning pop star voluntarily admitted herself to rehab after she was arrested in Ventura County, Calif. March 4 on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. A statement to the press released by a rep for the […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/n6Po089

Actor-Director Ben McKenzie On Confronting Crypto Bro Sam Bankfried-Fried With A Coffee Cup For His New Documentary – Miami Film Festival

Ben McKenzie suspected there was something suspicious about crypto king Sam Bankman-Fried long before anyone else did. The actor known for Gotham and The O.C., who earned a degree in economics from the University of Virginia, turned his attention to the study of cryptocurrency during the pandemic. Unlike millions of others who have evangelized for […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/ID2yhvn

‘My 600-Lb. Life’ Star Dolly Martinez Dies At 30

Dolly Martinez, who appeared in the tenth season of TLC’s My 600-Lb. Life, has died at the age of 30. Her sister, Lindsey Cooper, released a statement about her death on Facebook yesterday. “It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my beautiful sister, Dolly,” she wrote. “Dolly had the brightest […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/WlpUiZ1

David E. Kelley Gives Minor Update On ‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3

Big Little Lies creator and Television Academy Hall of Famer David E. Kelley gave a minor update regarding the status of the much-anticipated third season of the HBO drama. The 11-time Emmy-winning multi-hyphenate told People in a new interview that while he’s “not allowed” to reveal specific details, fans should expect a reunion featuring their […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/bzYyrTI

Turnstile Singer’s Dad Intros Band At Coachella After Surviving Ex-Guitarist’s Attack: “They’re All Sons Of Mine”

Nearly two weeks after Turnstile lead vocalist Brendan Yates’ father was attacked by ex-guitarist Brady Ebert, Bill Yates was at the band’s Coachella set in spirit. During Turnstile’s opening night performance on Friday, Bill was one of several to sing their praises in pre-recorded videos that played on the giant screen at the Outdoor Theatre […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/MqJt3uB

Prince Harry Hit With Libel Suit By HIV/AIDS Charity He Co-Founded; Royal Accused Of Orchestrating “Adverse Media Campaign” That Led To “Cyber-Bullying”

In the latest bruising to the British Royal family, Prince Harry has been named in a defamation lawsuit in the UK by a charity that the second son of King Charles III and the late Diana, Princess of Wales, co-founded 20 years ago. Prince Harry exited Sentebale, which was created in 2006 to address the […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/edPmiwW

Getty Center Closing For A Year; Modernization Project Underway

A little over a decade after The Getty Villa completed an eight-year renovation, its sister site, The Getty Center, will undergo what officials today called the most significant modernization project since the Brentwood museum opened in 1997. The Richard Meier-designed center will close to the public beginning March 15, 2027, and will not reopen until […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/vmSOZGt

CBS Sets ‘Artemis II Return To Earth’ Live Special; Tweaks Friday West Coast Primetime Schedule

CBS News has set Artemis II Return To Earth, a live one-hour special, which will follow the crew’s return back to earth following a 10-day trip around the moon and back. The CBS News Special Report will air Friday, April 10 (7:30-8:30 PM, ET) on the CBS Television Network, CBS News 24/7 and CBSNews.com. To accommodate the special CBS has slightly shiftedthe night’s primetime […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/DWumFl8

Rosamund Pike Sets Fall Broadway Debut With Suzie Miller’s Acclaimed ‘Inter Alia’

Saltburn‘s Rosamund Pike will make her Broadway debut this fall in Suzie Miller’s acclaimed West End play Inter Alia. Directed by Justin Martin, who last teamed with Miller on Prima Facie (starring Jodie Comer), the limited Broadway engagement begins previews on November 10 at the Music Box Theatre before opening on December 1. Inter Alia […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/1aAocJD

2026 Cannes Film Festival Selection - Hamaguchi, Hong-jin, Dupieux

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Every year, cinephiles wake up early for the announcement from France of the films playing at the Cannes Film Festival. For the 79th Cannes Film Festival taking place this May, they have revealed an intriguing selection of very diverse international films, featuring new works from well-established filmmakers (they love them), as well as some newcomers getting their chance to shine on the Croisette. Cannes is continuing in its usual spot in mid-May, running from May 12th to 23rd , kicking things off a French film on opening night about a romance in the 1920s (called The Electric Kiss ). Just over a month to go until the fest begins on the Mediterranean coast. The selection last year included many major highlights of 2025 cinema - such as Eddington , The Mastermind , Resurrection , Sirat , Sentimental Value , Exit 8 , and many others. This year I'm looking forward to discovering real surprises. Along with fresh films from fave filmmakers like Lukas Dhont (of Girl, Close ), Léa Mys...

Famous Paintings Including ‘The Starry Night’ & ‘The Scream’ To Be Reimagined By Artificial Intelligence In Debut Project For Fremantle AI Label

Famous works of art including The Scream, The Starry Night and The Great Wave will be reimagined via generative AI in the debut project for Fremantle’s Imaginae Studios. Art Awakens is a short-form series that uses AI to reveal the inner worlds of the most iconic paintings ever made. Created in collaboration with Spanish AI […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/5OtPCsg

Cannes: Studiocanal Boards Jeanne Herry’s Palme D’Or Contender ‘Another Day’ & Unveils First Look

EXCLUSIVE: Studiocanal has boarded sales on Jeanne Herry’s Cannes 2026 Palme d’Or contender Another Day (Garance) and revealed a first look of Adèle Exarchopoulos in the lead role. The drama was announced as having been selected for Cannes’ main competition at the festival’s traditional press conference in Paris on Thursday. Exarchopoulos stars as gifted young […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/jNwg7By

Cannes Film Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup — Updating Live

Cannes Film Festival Director Thierry Frémaux will shortly begin to announce this year’s lineup of titles set for the Croisette at a press conference in Paris. We will be reporting on the announcement here, and you can watch the presser live here.  Pierre Salvadori’s The Electric Kiss (La Vénus électrique) has already been announced as […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/OU4Lyru

WGA Reveals Details Of Its Studio Deal: Health Plan Takes Precedence As Writers Hold The Line On Other Key Issues

After securing the confidence of their boards of directors, the Writers Guild of America East and West on Wednesday revealed the details of the new tentative agreement with the studios and streamers, including the plan to reestablish the solvency of the union health plan. The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers has agreed to […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/Ddy36vI

Lisa Ann Walter Sets Title, Premiere Date For Hulu Stand-Up Special – Update

UPDATED, 3:54 p.m.: Hulu has announced that Abbott Elementary star Lisa Ann Walter’s debut stand-up special, on which we were first to report last fall, is titled It Was an Accident and will premiere Friday, May 15. In the hour, Walter takes on feral Gen-Xers, self-loathing, and navigating a backsliding America, via the no-filter lens […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/AeGfgps

Andy Serkis Returning As Alfred In DC’s ‘The Batman II’

We’ve confirmed that Andy Serkis will reprise his role as Alfred Pennyworth, Bruce Wayne’s butler, in Matt Reeves’ follow-up The Batman II which commences shooting in June in London. Essentially, what required solving was reconciling Serkis’ production days on DC Studio’s The Batman II with that of the next New Line film he’s prepping, Lord […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/2suHNnY

Apocalypse Horror-Comedy 'Weekend at the End of the World' Trailer

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"Through that portal there is a darkness that is hungry..." An official trailer is out for a hilarious new indie comedy sci-fi horror creation called Weekend at the End of the World , an apocalypse comedy film by filmmaker Gille Klabin (also of The Wave ). This premiered at genre festivals last year and picked up awards like Best Sci-Fi Feature at Another Hole in the Head 2025. Best friends Karl and Miles have an opportunity to strike it rich, the only thing that stands in their way is end of the world. Weekend at the End of the World stars as the two best friends Clay Elliott as Karl and Cameron Fife as Miles. Get rich quick, end the world faster. Two well-meaning doofuses hole up in a remote cabin chasing an easy pay out, only to accidentally crack open a portal to a reality-warping darkness. Now, with time running out and chaos creeping in, they're forced to dive headfirst into the unknown to stop what they started. The film also stars Thomas Lennon , Troian Bell...

Savannah Guthrie Returns To Co-Host ‘Today’ For First Time Since Mother’s Disappearance: “It Is Good To Be Home”

Savannah Guthrie returned to co-hosting duties on Today on Monday for the first time since the disappearance of her mother, Nancy. After running through headlines of the day, Guthrie, with a smile, told viewers, “We are so glad you started your week with us, and it is good to be home.” “Yes, it is good […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/UeAqMCk

Bryan Cranston Says “Comedy Is Essential Right Now” Amid “Bombardment” Of Constant News Cycle

It’s previously been reported that Bryan Cranston helped usher into existence Hulu/Disney+’s Malcolm in the Middle revival, but aside from wanting to get the dysfunctional family back together on screen, the multi-Emmy-winning actor hoped to convey the necessity of comedy in today’s bleak media environment. In a recent interview with The Guardian, the Breaking Bad […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/x1cChwi

Paramount Nears Deal Securing Gulf State Funds To Back WBD Acquisition – Report

Paramount Skydance seems to be nearing a deal to secure funding from three Gulf nation sovereign wealth funds to back its proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, according to a Sunday report in the Wall Street Journal. Per the outlet, the corporation is seeking signed equity commitments of close to $24 billion, for which Saudi […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/Wgv0j68

Steve Kroft Admits He “Hated” Working At ’60 Minutes’ Because Of Its Competitive Nature & Nonstop News Cycle

Steve Kroft may have won numerous Emmys, Peabody Awards and a Lifetime Achievement Award for his 30-year tenure as a 60 Minutes correspondent, but when asked by Bill O’Reilly if he would do it all over again, the since-retired journalist said he “probably wouldn’t.” In a recent interview with the conservative commentator, Kroft — whose […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/gxbQ0C2

Michael Patrick King Suggests ‘And Just Like That’ Will “Potentially Age Well”

And Just Like That… may not have been everyone’s style, but co-creator Michael Patrick King believes the HBO Max requel series will get its due — in due time. In a recent interview with The Guardian, the writer/executive producer noted that the three-season Sex and the City follow-up will potentially enjoy cult status over time. […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/qrjTpxC

Sharon Stone Says She Often Fast-Forwards During “Blatant, Harsh” Sex Scenes On TV As They Take Away From Her “Imagination”

In recent years, there has been much ado about the sex scene as depicted on film and in television, with regard to its narrative merit and/or potential for appearing gratuitous. For Sharon Stone, “blatant, harsh” depictions of sexuality rob the viewer of intrigue. During a recent conversation with longtime CBS Mornings anchor Gayle King, the […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/i6scjtB

Mel B Explains Why Spice Girls Doc Hasn’t Happened Yet: “It Has To Be Honest”

With their 30th anniversary approaching, Spice Girls fans are awaiting the British girl group’s triumphant return in some form or another. After teasing plans for the milestone last year, Mel B recently explained that despite all five of the women “thinking about” coming together for a documentary, it doesn’t seem to be in the cards […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/Ty5HuCm

‘Spaceballs’: New Mel Brooks, Rick Moranis & Josh Gad Movie To Blast Off Next Spring

EXCLUSIVE: Big news here before Amazon MGM Studios takes the stage a second time at Caesars Palace Colosseum and that’s that the new Spaceballs movie will be rolling into theaters on April 23, 2027. Don’t underestimate that final weekend of April at the box office, it’s always been rich whether it’s Avengers: Infinity War and […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/dI3ktnM

Milly Alcock Explains Why She Didn’t Seek Advice From Past Supergirl Stars: “They’re Just People”

As Milly Alcock gets her solo DCU debut, the Supergirl star is flying solo with her portrayal of Kara Zor-El. The actress recently explained why she didn’t seek advice from peers who previously portrayed the Girl of Steel, including Supergirl (2015-’21) star Melissa Benoist and The Flash (2023) actress Sasha Calle. “They’re just people living […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/YmjqFH1

11 Music Biopics About Iconic Singers From Whitney Houston to Elvis Presley

From Whitney Houston to Elvis, there is no shortage of iconic singers who inspire sweeping films that dramatize their life stories. No matter the genre, cinematic features have captured the careers of the King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley to country singer Jonny Cash. Most recently, Back to Black (2024) launched in theaters to […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/loD8vyF

Donald Trump Lays Out Case For War With Iran, But Offers Few Specifics On How And When It Will End

In a 19-minute primetime address, President Donald Trump laid out his case for conducting military operations against Iran, casting it as an long overdue step to eliminate a nuclear threat, but he gave few specifics of the plan for ending the war. As some commentators pointed out shortly after the speech, the president’s rhetoric even […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/0P3IZmv

Eva Longoria “Cannot Wait For The World To See” Kim Kardashian In ‘The Fifth Wheel’: “She’s So Funny”

As Kim Kardashian makes the leap from TV to the big screen, Eva Longoria is eager for fans to see her starring performance. The Fifth Wheel director praised Kardashian’s performance as “so funny” in the Janine Brito and Paula Pell-written comedy about a group of friends whose Las Vegas trip is crashed by a captivating […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/TLfXvIF

All The Songs In ‘XO, Kitty’ Season 3: From A Familiar Ashe Anthem To Fletcher, SEVENTEEN And More

XO, Kitty returns to the small screen tomorrow with its third season and plenty of new needle drops to accompany the latest installment. As with every season, a few songs might sound familiar from their previous use in the To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before film trilogy, based on the books by Jenny Han. […] from Deadline https://ift.tt/G9YpIdE