Amanda Seyfried Says She’s ‘Not F-cking Apologizing’ for Calling Charlie Kirk ‘Hateful’
"What I said was pretty damn factual and I'm free to have an opinion," the actress said in a new interview
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Taylor Swift Reveals Two Favorite Songs From Her Catalog on ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’: Rankings are ‘Constantly Changing’
Taylor Swift revealed two of her favorite songs from her own catalog during a Wednesday night appearance on “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.” Colbert initially asked Swift for her top five, a question he previously asked Dolly Parton, Elton John, Paul Simon and Bruce
Sundance Title ‘How to Divorce During the War’ Boarded by New Europe (EXCLUSIVE)
New Europe Film Sales has acquired “How to Divorce During the War,” the third feature by Lithuanian director Andrius Blaževičius, ahead of its world premiere in the Sundance Film Festival’s World Cinema Dramatic Competition. New Europe described the film as “a sharp,
Sigourney Weaver Talks ‘Avatar,’ Legacy of ‘Alien’ Films: “Amazing to Me How Influential Ripley Has Been”
The iconic actress reflected on her career at Saudi Arabia's Red Sea International Film Festival.
Golden Globes Honors Hend Sabry, Alia Bhatt at Red Sea Film Festival
The Golden Globes honored Tunisian actress Hend Sabry and Indian actress Alia Bhatt at a glitzy gala dinner late Wednesday evening during the fifth edition of Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Film Festival. Sabry was named the recipient of the Omar Sharif Award and Bhatt received the
‘South Park’ Season 28 Finale: Trump Celebrates the Death of His Satanic Baby
The “South Park” Season 28 finale brought Christmas cheer to the small Rocky Mountain town and saw Donald Trump and Satan’s baby meet an untimely demise. At the episode’s climax, Trump, JD Vance, Peter Thiel and Pete Hegseth prepared for a showdown in the hospital against Stan,
‘All That’s Left of You’: Cherien Dabis on Forging a New Path for Palestinian Cinema in Jordan’s Oscar Hopeful
Dabis directed and stars in the drama, which follows a Palestinian family over three generations.
’28 Years Later III’ Going Forward at Sony; Alex Garland Writing and Cillian Murphy in Talks to Return
A third “28 Years Later” movie is moving forward at Sony. Sony Pictures has decided to proceed with the film following positive fan reactions to early screenings of the trilogy’s second installment, “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,” according to sources familiar with the
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Felt ‘Backed Into a Corner’ to Reveal Her 2017 Cancer Diagnosis After ‘Veep’ Production Delay: ‘250 People Weren’t Going to Be Working’
Julia Louis-Dreyfus revealed on Amy Poehler’s “Good Hang” podcast that she felt “backed into a corner” when she publicly disclosed her breast cancer diagnosis in 2017. At the time, HBO’s “Veep” was preparing for its seventh and final season, but production was delayed while
Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson to Return for ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’
Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are expected to reprise their roles as Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark in “The Hunger Games” prequel, “Sunrise on the Reaping.” The Lionsgate movie is based on the latest novel by Suzanne Collins and follows the events of the 50th Hunger
Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson to Return for ‘Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’
Francis Lawrence directs Lionsgate's prequel feature that hits theaters in late 2026.
’28 Years Later III’ Moving Forward with Cillian Murphy in Talks to Return
Sony is returning to the zombie wastelands with Alex Garland penning the script.
Animation Fuels China’s Box Office Surge
The China Film Pavilion took center stage at CineAsia this week, underscoring a revived market driven by animated blockbusters and new international partnerships.
Johnny Depp’s Co-Producers Are Blocking the U.S. Release of Russian Blockbuster ‘Master and Margarita’ — Its Director Wants to Know Why
The Russian-American director told THR Depp’s co-producers, Svetlana Migunova-Dali and Grace Loh, have waged a legal battle to block a U.S. release for his Russian-language treatment of Mikhail Bulgakov’s novel.
Sling Drops 50% Discount on Monthly Subscription Price As Part of Holiday Promotion
Live TV streaming service Sling is introducing a limited-time discount as part of a new promotion for the holidays. Right now, the service’s Sling Orange & Blue plan is available from just $33 a month, a 50% discount off the regular $65.99+ monthly subscription price. The
Amanda Seyfried Says ‘I’m Not F—ing Apologizing’ for Calling Charlie Kirk ‘Hateful’: ‘What I Said Was Pretty Damn Factual. I’m Free to Have an Opinion’
Amanda Seyfried told Who What Wear on her press tour for “The Testament of Ann Lee” that she refuses to apologize for calling Charlie Kirk “hateful” after the Turning Point USA co-founder was shot and killed earlier this year. “I’m not fucking apologizing for that,” Seyfried
Donald Trump Says CNN Should Be Sold as Part of Any Warner Bros. Discovery Deal Because the ‘People Running It’ Currently Are ‘Either Corrupt or Incompetent’
President Donald Trump, who has inserted himself into the U.S. government’s review of a deal for Warner Bros. Discovery, said it is “imperative” that CNN be sold as part of any deal Warner Bros. Discovery enters into — so that the news network is no longer under the current
Rick Riordan and ‘Percy Jackson’ EPs Unpack How Season 2 Changes ‘The Sea of Monsters’ Book: ‘As the Kids Say, It Hits Different’
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for the first two episodes of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” Season 2. The “Percy Jackson” fandom is known for being especially sensitive to on-screen changes from the book series written by Rick Riordan — as evidenced by their
SZA Blasts White House for Using Her ‘SNL’ Song About Cuffing Season in Pro-ICE Post: ‘Evil and Boring’
SZA is the latest artist to slam the White House for using one of her songs in a pro-ICE ad, calling it “evil” and “boring.” The singer reacted on Twitter after the White House used “Big Boy,” originally aired as part of an SNL sketch in December 2022, in a social media post
David Letterman: Donald Trump Is a ‘Fool’ Who ‘Should Expect and Examine Every Bit of Ridicule He Receives’
David Letterman sat down for an interview on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and came out swinging against Donald Trump, who is often the subject of ridicule during Jimmy Kimmel’s monologues. Letterman defended Kimmel and anyone’s right to mock Trump because the U.S. president is such a
‘The World of Love’ Review: Yoon Ga-eun’s Superb Social Drama Tackles a Sensitive Topic With Grace, Power and Beautifully Judged Humor
Gliding effortlessly from teen comedy to poignant social drama and all the way back and around again, “The World of Love” is a near-flawless triumph for South Korean filmmaker Yoon Ga-eun. Featuring a sensational lead performance by newcomer Seo Su-bin, Yoon’s first feature in
‘Real Housewives’ Star Jen Shah Released Early From Prison
The former Salt Lake City cast member spent just under three years in prison after pleading guilty to charges stemming from a telemarketing scam that defrauded elderly people
‘South Park’ Season 28 Finale: How to Stream the Annual Christmas Episode Online
“South Park” is closing out its 28th season with a finale that’s already stirring anticipation among fans eager to see where Trey Parker and Matt Stone steer the long-running Comedy Central staple next. The episode caps a months-long run that’s kept the show in the cultural
Paramount Skydance’s David Ellison Sends Letter to Warner Bros. Discovery Shareholders Making Case for Why Its Bid Is Better Than Netflix Deal: ‘I Am Passionate and Dedicated to This Pursuit’
David Ellison, the CEO of Paramount Skydance who has launched a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, is urging WBD shareholders to tender their shares and “register their view with the WBD board of directors that they prefer the superior Paramount transaction,” the
‘Ella McCay’ Review: James L. Brooks’ Latest Misfire Is Too Enamored With Its Characters to Recognize Their Flaws
Bill Clinton was elected governor at an impressively young 31. Sarah Huckabee Sanders achieved the same feat when she was 40. In “Ella McCay,” the title character ascends to her state’s highest seat at the tender age of 34. “Tender” is the operative word, as writer-director
‘Jay Kelly’ Composer Nicholas Britell on Using a Felt Piano and Analog Tape to Record the Film’s Score
Noah Baumbach knew he wanted the score to “Jay Kelly” to be a character in his latest movie. He wanted a fullness of emotion, and for it to have melodic characteristics. With that clarity, composer Nicholas Britell couldn’t help but feel inspired. “I went home, I read the
Jeff Garcia, Voice of Sheen on ‘Jimmy Neutron,’ Dies at 50
Jeff Garcia, the voice actor best known for playing Sheen in the “Jimmy Neutron” franchise, died Wednesday, Variety has confirmed. He was 50. Garcia was taken off life support on Tuesday at a hospital in Southern California, where he was surrounded by family and friends.
‘Franz’ Star Idan Weiss on Working With Helmer Agnieszka Holland: ‘It’s So Good That We Still Have Directors Who Are Really Political’
German actor Idan Weiss says one of the keys to his critically praised portrayal of Franz Kafka in Agnieszka Holland’s “Franz” was locking in on the iconic writer’s sensitivity. “He just wanted to find someone who understands him, and that never happened,” he says. It’s an
‘Magic Tree House’ Animated Series in the Works With Spuree (EXCLUSIVE)
“Magic Tree House,” the beloved series of children’s books in circulation for three decades, has an animated series adaptation in the works with tech-based entertainment company Spuree. The bestselling franchise is written by Mary Pope Osborne, who will retain full standing as
Idris Elba Talks ‘Dust to Dreams’ and Upcoming Feature ‘This Is How It Goes’ at Red Sea: ‘Directing Lets Me Flex Different Muscles’
Idris Elba opened his Red Sea Film Festival conversation with the screening of “Dust to Dreams,” a short film shot in Lagos, starring Seal, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and Constance Olatunde, marking his second turn behind the camera. For Elba, the decision to film in Nigeria felt
Teyana Taylor to Receive Creative Impact in Breakthrough Performance Award From Variety at 2026 Palm Springs Film Festival
Variety will honor Golden Globe, Grammy Award and Critics Choice Award nominee Teyana Taylor at the 2026 Palm Springs Film Festival with the Creative Impact in Breakthrough Performance Award. The award will be given as part of Variety’s annual 10 Directors to Watch and Creative
Anthony Hopkins Recalls How He Approached the Role of ‘Intellectual Genius’ Hannibal Lecter, Wanting ‘to Play Him as a Machine’
Speaking at the Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, Anthony Hopkins explained how he approached the role of Hannibal Lecter in Jonathan Demme’s “The Silence of the Lambs.” Hopkins recalled that when his agent, Jeremy Conway, told him he was sending over the
Albert Brooks Laments How Comedy Has Been “Relegated to Streaming”: “It’s Always Been Treated Second Class”
He reteams with James L. Brooks for a rare in-theaters comedy with 'Ella McCay,' also starring Emma Mackey, Jamie Lee Curtis and Woody Harrelson.
Long-Lost NES Cartridge Game ‘Xcavator,’ More New Indie Titles Unveiled During Day of the Devs 2025
The Day of the Devs 2025 showcase featured dozens of new indie video game reveals Wednesday, including the announcement of a never-before-played Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) game that will be released next year as a charity fundraising effort. Per the description for the
Tobias Jesso Jr. Reflects on Songwriter Grammy Nomination, Working With Justin Bieber and Returning to the Spotlight With ‘Shine’
Tobias Jesso Jr. celebrated turning 40 with a serendipitous gift: Justin Bieber’s “Swag,” an album he’d worked on over the past three years, happened to be released on the same day his new decade began this past July. “I was cleaning up my house, getting ready for my birthday,
Josh Hutcherson Recalls Feeling “Failure” and “Rejection” in Post-‘Hunger Games’ Career
“You're the second lead of the film. Like you, what do you want? The kingdom is yours and it's not at all,” the 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' star said.
‘Sinners’ Director Ryan Coogler Says Rejecting Academy Invite Was ‘Not Out of Animosity’ After Oscar Snubs: ‘I’m Not Good at Judging Things’
Ryan Coogler told The New York Times that his decision to reject an invitation to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences nearly 10 years ago had nothing to do with bitterness against Oscar voters. “It’s not out of animosity,” Coogler said, adding that his
‘Young Sheldon’ Star Iain Armitage Returns to CBS to Play Himself on ‘Ghosts’ (EXCLUSIVE)
“Young Sheldon” star Iain Armitage is returning to CBS — and this time, he’s all grown up. Armitage is set to guest star in an upcoming episode of the CBS comedy “Ghosts.” According to the character description, Armitage will appear as a “heightened version of himself, taking
‘The Alabama Solution’ Documentarians on Collaborating With Incarcerees to Expose the Horrors of Alabama’s Prison System
Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte Kaufman discussed their film with The Hollywood Reporter at the recent SCAD Savannah Film Festival.
Democratic Reps Warn WBD That Paramount’s Takeover Bid Raises National Security Concerns Over Saudi and Other Foreign Investors
Two Democratic lawmakers — U.S. Reps. Sam Liccardo (D-Calif.) and Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) — have expressed “serious national security concerns” over Paramount Skydance’s hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. Liccardo and Pressley sent a letter Wednesday to Warner
Hollywood Flashback: Sissy Spacek Struck Oscar Gold With ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’
The actress, now starring opposite Jennifer Lawrence in ‘Die, My Love,’ won the Oscar for best actress in 1981.
‘Natchez’ Documentarian on the Ghosts of the Civil War That Continue to Haunt the American South
Suzannah Herbert discussed her film with The Hollywood Reporter at the recent SCAD Savannah Film Festival.
Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz Series Spanning Their Lives In Development From Lucie Arnaz and Bob Greenblatt (EXCLUSIVE)
Everybody knows Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz and the legend of “I Love Lucy.” But do they really? There have been several movies over the years about the two icons, including Aaron Sorkin’s recent “Being the Ricardos.” But the story of “Lucy and Desi” goes far beyond the smash
LISTEN: Cinema United Chief Michael O’Leary on the Threat to Moviegoing From Netflix Buying Warner Bros.: ‘We Cannot Survive Simply on Blockbusters’
On today’s episode, Michael O’Leary, president and CEO of Cinema United, discusses the state of moviegoing and the reaction among exhibitors to the Netflix-Warner Bros. Discovery news. The leader of the world’s largest lobbying group for movie theater owners unpacks why
‘Lincoln Lawyer’ Season 4 Sets Netflix Release Date, Drops First Look at Mickey Haller Facing Murder Charge
“The Lincoln Lawyer” Season 4 officially has a premiere date on Netflix. The fourth season of the legal drama will debut on Feb. 5, 2026. The new season is based on the sixth book in Michael Connelly’s “Lincoln Lawyer” novel series, “The Law of Innocence.” Netflix has also
Rose Byrne to Receive Breakthrough Performance Award at Palm Springs International Film Festival (Exclusive)
The Film Awards will take place on Jan. 3, and the festival will run from Jan. 2 to Jan. 12.
How ‘Frankenstein’ Composer Alexandre Desplat Used a Silver Violin to Unlock the Creature’s Theme
As Guillermo del Toro’s go-to composer, Alexandre Desplat knew about the filmmaker’s desire to tell his version of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein.” While del Toro loved the story, Desplat admits his own relationship with the iconic character was pretty much non-existent. He had
The Best Movies of 2025
Movies are the great escape. “Optimistic endings, passionate romances,” sings the incarcerated dreamer of “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” who looks to old Hollywood movies as an oasis of beauty and faith. Yet in 2025, a year when the drama of entertainment was eclipsed by the
Former WGA East President Lisa Takeuchi Cullen Signs With Verve (EXCLUSIVE)
Lisa Takeuchi Cullen has signed with Verve for representation, Variety has learned exclusively. She continues to be repped by manager A.B. Fischer at Literate and attorney Ryan Nord. Cullen recently worked on shows like “The Endgame” and “Law & Order: SVU” as a co-executive
