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Lena Dunham Says She Has the ‘Plot Line in My Brain’ For a ‘Girls’ Movie: ‘I Would Love to Do it’
Lena Dunham recently told SiriusXM’s “Radio Andy” that she has an idea for a “Girls” movie. She also shared that she made a group chat with the original cast, in which they’ve discussed reuniting when the hit HBO drama is “appropriately missed.” “I would love to do it, and I
‘Beaches’ Broadway Review: Soulless and Uninspired Musical Remake of Beloved Film Washes Ashore
Audiences going to the musical “Beaches” are likely to know what to expect: the story of a decades-long, female friendship with plenty of schmaltz, some sass, and a mega-hit song, “Wind Beneath My Wings.” The musical, which began its development a dozen years ago — and most
‘Dungeon Masters’ Host Jasmine Bhullar on Running D&D Without Licensing Restraints for New Actual-Play Show: ‘We Can Call Everything By Its Right Name’
Wizards of the Coast debuted the first two episodes of its new actual-play series, “Dungeon Masters,” Wednesday on YouTube, adding an officially licensed offering to the growing lineup of “Dungeons & Dragons”-inspired gameplay shows on the market. Run by “DesiQuest” and
Leah Kateb Says Tobey Maguire is ‘The Best Spider-Man’ at Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit: ‘I Don’t Care What Anyone Says’
Leah Kateb’s fans include millions of “Love Island USA” viewers — and Tobey Maguire. During a panel at Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit presented by Deloitte, the reality TV star said that she met the actor, who told her he was a “really big fan.” “I was like, ‘This is
Warner Bros. Pictures’ Pam Abdy on ‘Weapons’ Prequel Status, Prepping ‘Practical Magic 2’ Merch and Animated Movies
Since Warner Bros. Pictures debuted the teaser trailer for “Practical Magic 2” on Monday, the video has racked up nearly 11 million views from fans — and several calls from marketing teams looking to work some magic of their own. “We just dropped the trailer this week and we’re
Jimmy Fallon Crashes ‘Survivor’ 50: Christian Hubicki Breaks Down Massive Twist, Shares His Message to Mike White After That Blindsiding (EXCLUSIVE)
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers from “I Deserve All of This,” the ninth episode of “Survivor” Season 50. It’s safe to say that “Survivor” player Christian Hubicki won’t be watching “The Tonight Show” anytime soon. Christian, who first competed in Season 37,
‘House of Stassi,’ Khloé Kardashian’s ‘The Girls’ Among More Series Orders Announced by Hulu at ‘Get Real’ Event
“Vanderpump Rules” and “Vanderpump Villa” star Stassi Schroeder is set to star in the new Hulu series “House of Stassi,” while Khloé Kardashian is behind the new reality series “The Girls.” Those were two of the announcements revealed Wednesday during Hulu’s “Get Real” event.
Russell Brand Admits to Sleeping With a 16-Year-Old When He Was 30: ‘I Think It Is Exploitative’
Russell Brand recently appeared on “The Megyn Kelly Show” and admitted to sleeping with a 16-year-old when he was 30. While he made sure to note that the age of consent in the United Kingdom is 16, he admitted that sleeping with someone so much younger than him was
‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Sets ‘Orange County’ Spinoff With TikTok Stars Aspyn Ovard, Avery Woods and More
Hulu’s “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” is heading to the O.C. Hulu was set to announce Wednesday that it has ordered the series “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County,” a spinoff series set to premiere sometime later this year. The O.C. edition reps the first
Disney Boss Rob Mills on Restarting ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Filming, the Future of the Bachelor Franchise and Casting Ciara on ‘DWTS’ After ‘Summer House’ Scandal
From Hulu’s “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” pausing production amid domestic violence investigations to ABC’s “The Bachelorette” being pulled just days before its premiere, Disney has had an rocky few months — and viewers are anxious to see what’s next. On Wednesday, Hulu
Hulu Orders ‘The Mob,’ Hosted by Parker Posey, From ‘The Traitors’ Producers
Parker Posey isn’t meant to live an uncomfortable life. That’s why she’s hosting and executive producing a new reality competition inside a lavish Italian villa — from the producers behind “The Traitors.” Hulu announced Wednesday at its “Get Real” unscripted event that it has
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Renewed for Season 35; Maura Higgins and Ciara Miller Set as First Celebrity Contestants
“Dancing With the Stars” is back for its 35th season — and it’s leaning into the women who may have been wronged by men on reality TV. The ABC reality competition series will return in the fall, they announced during the Get Real event on Wednesday. The first two cast members
‘The Testaments’ Actor Brad Alexander on Garth’s ‘Restrained Affection’ for Agnes, What His ‘Riskier Position’ Means for Her After the Ball
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for Episode 5 of “The Testaments,” titled “Ball,” now streaming on Hulu. While the girls in Gilead don’t get a prom, they get as close as possible to the quintessential teen experience on this week’s episode of “The Testaments.” In
‘Imperfect Women’ Star Elisabeth Moss on Mary’s Suspicions About Howard and Why Her Kids Matter Most: ‘Who Gives a S— About the Affair?’
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains stories from Episode 7 of “Imperfect Women,” now streaming on Apple TV. Elisabeth Moss is no stranger to portraying a desperate mother on TV. The “Imperfect Women” star spent almost a decade playing June — the lead character of “The Handmaid’s
Tina Knowles Reflects on Her Career at Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit, Says Hair Care Business Cécred was a ‘Dream for Me and Beyoncé’
Tina Knowles has worked as a businesswoman, fashion designer, and hairstylist, but the job she’s proudest of is her role as “Matriarch,” which is also the apt title of her 2025 autobiography. At Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit presented by Deloitte, Knowles and
IATSE Backs Tom Steyer in Race for California Governor (EXCLUSIVE)
The largest crew union in Hollywood has endorsed Tom Steyer, the hedge fund founder whose anti-corporate rhetoric has attracted labor backing in the race for California governor. In making the announcement, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees noted Steyer’s
‘Iron Man’ Director Jon Favreau Tried to Stop Tony Stark’s Death in ‘Avengers: Endgame’ but Now Admits ‘I Was Wrong’
Jon Favreau is finally admitting he was wrong to warn Joe and Anthony Russo against killing off Tony Stark/Iron Man in 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame.” Favreau gave rise to the Marvel Cinematic Universe when he cast Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man in the 2008 movie of the same name.
Ashley Graham Teases Cameo in ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ at Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit: ‘It’s Very Exciting’
Supermodel Ashley Graham is adding actress to her resume with a cameo credit in “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” set to hit theaters on May 1. At Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit presented by Deloitte, Graham and UTA Partner and Agent Natasha Bolouki dove into the cameo, what
‘Miami Vice’ Reboot With Michael B. Jordan, Austin Butler Gets Official Title: ‘Miami Vice ’85’
Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler’s “Miami Vice” reboot is officially confirmed, with the new title “Miami Vice ’85.” The Universal film, from “F1” and “Top Gun: Maverick” director Joseph Kosinski, is scheduled for release on Aug. 6, 2027. Production on the movie, which will
Joseph Kosinski’s ‘Miami Vice’ Reveals Title, ’80s Setting as It Locks Michael B. Jordan, Austin Butler as Leads
The dual stars have officially signed on to play Ricardo Tubbs and Sonny Crockett in 'Miami Vice '85,' a period film based on the 1980s NBC series about two undercover Miami cops in pastel suits.
Michael Jackson’s Nephew Slams Media Ahead of ‘Michael’ Biopic Release: ‘Can’t Wait ‘Till Some Critics Have to Eat Crow’
Just ahead of the Friday release of the Michael Jackson biopic “Michael,” a family member has taken gleeful aim at the media in a series of posts. Taj Jackson, Michael’s nephew and the son of Jackson 5 member Tito, took to Twitter/X to jeer at the media writ large on Tuesday,
‘Epic,’ Viral Musical Retelling of ‘The Odyssey,’ to Become Animated Movie Thanks to Jerry Bruckheimer, Atlantic’s Kevin Weaver (Exclusive)
Homer has never been hotter in Hollywood.
Cannes Adds ‘Victorian Psycho,’ Judith Godrèche Drama to Official Line-Up
James Gray's 'Paper Tiger' was a late addition to Competition, with Cannes adding several new Un Certain Regard and Special Screening titles.
‘Scary Movie 6’ Targets Michael Jackson Child Abuse Allegations With ‘Michael’ Spoof Poster and Tagline: ‘Touching Fans Everywhere’
The new “Scary Movie” isn’t pulling any punches when it comes to celebrity jokes, and Michael Jackson is in the crosshairs for some new promotional material. The franchise’s Ghostface-inspired killer is dressed up like Jackson in a just-released poster that directly parodies
‘Mandalorian & Grogu:’ Lucasfilm to Sneak 25 Minutes at Imax Fan Event
Directed by Jon Favreau, the movie is a spin-of Disney+’s streaming series and brings Grogu, aka Baby Yoda, to the big screen for the first time.
LISTEN: Why the Warner Bros.-Paramount Skydance Sale ‘Symbolizes Big Changes in the Industry’
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Erik Gordon, a professor at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, breaks down the Warner Bros. Discovery sale saga as the company’s shareholders prepare to vote on the sale to Paramount Skydance. Gordon, who studies
Kraftwerk Loses Two-Decade-Long Copyright Dispute After Court Rules Unauthorized Sample Was a ‘Pastiche’
A circuitous and protracted copyright infringement case first brought by German electronic-music pioneers Kraftwerk in 2004 has finally been settled — and not in the pioneering electronic group’s favor. The European Court of Justice, the principal judicial authority of the
Celeste Rivas Died of Multiple Stab Wounds, Autopsy Finds
Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the 14-year-old girl allegedly killed by the singer D4vd, died of multiple stab wounds, according to an autopsy report released on Wednesday. The singer, whose legal name is David Burke, was charged on Monday with murder and sexual abuse of a child in
Darrell Sheets, ‘Storage Wars’ Star, Dies at 67
Darrell Sheets, who appeared on 163 episodes of the popular A&E series “Storage Wars,” died Wednesday in Lake Havasu City, Ariz. He was 67. Police said he died of what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. “On April 22, 2026, at approximately 0200 hours,
‘Heart Eyes 2’ Sets February 2028 Release Date at Paramount
Heart Eyes Killer, the deranged murderer who strikes on Valentine’s Day, has staked a big-screen return. Paramount Pictures will co-produce and co-finance “Heart Eyes 2,” with a release date set for Feb. 11, 2028. Sony Pictures had distributed the first film, which earned $33
‘Heart Eyes 2’ a Go for 2028 Release From Paramount, Spyglass
Director Josh Ruben will return to direct and co-write the script for the romantic slasher sequel.
Annecy Festival Rolls Out Inaugural Slate for New International Animation Institute
Annecy Animation Film Festival is rolling out a slate of events to mark its 2026 edition and the opening of its sprawling new institute, including a showcase for Laika, the studio behind “Coraline” and “The Boxtrolls,” and an exhibition dedicated to Ankama (“Krosmoz”). Annecy
‘Clayface’ Teaser Trailer: First Look at DC Studios’ R-Rated Body Horror Film
The introduction of a new Batman villain has been described as "pure horror" by James Gunn.
“People Just Don’t Care”: ‘Leaving Neverland’ Director on Why Michael Jackson Won the Court of Public Opinion
Seven years after his explosive HBO doc, Dan Reed watches Hollywood cash in on a man he calls "worse than Jeffrey Epstein" with the biopic 'Michael' — and explains why nobody seems to mind.
‘Clayface’ Trailer: Batman Villain Enters James Gunn’s DC Universe in Gross-Out Body Horror Movie
DC Studios has released the trailer for “Clayface,” which hits theaters on Oct. 23. The horror film, which is directed by James Watkins, will track the origins of the shape-shifting villain, played by Tom Rhys Harries. Clayface, who starts as struggling actor Matt Hagen,
MrBeast’s Beast Industries Sued by Former Employee Alleging Sexual Harassment and Retaliation; Company Says Suit Is Based on ‘Categorically False Statements’
The media company led by MrBeast, the YouTube megastar whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, has been sued by a former employee, who alleges she was subjected to years of sexual harassment, gender bias and retaliation by Donaldson and other senior leadership. Donaldson’s company,
‘Uganda,’ ‘Job 1:21,’ ‘Trade’ Among Winners at Visions du Réel Industry Awards
Daniel Mann’s “Uganda” and Samuel Suffren’s “Job 1:21” are among the top winners at VdR-Industry 2026, which runs alongside Switzerland’s leading documentary film festival Visions du Réel in Nyon. “Uganda,” produced by La Bête and Acqua Alta, which revisits a little-known 1904
Michael Jackson’s Relative Calls Out Media as Biopic Opens: “You Don’t Get to Control the Narrative Anymore”
Taj Jackson defended his uncle's legacy on social media ahead of Lionsgate releasing 'Michael,' starring Jaafar Jackson and Colman Domingo.
Noah Kahan on Exploring Mental Health Issues With ‘Out of Body’ Netflix Doc: ‘If One Person Watches This and Confronts Something Within Themselves, It’s Worth the Discomfort’
It’s “speak-up season” in “Noah Kahan: Out of Body,” the new Netflix documentary from director Nick Sweeney about the celebrated musician. Kahan has been frank about the ups and downs in his emotional life, which was part of the essential appeal of “Stick Season,” one of the
How EcoSet Keeps Production Materials Out of the Landfill, While Letting Non-Profits Shop Its Warehouse for Free
It’s been 15 years since the Producers Guild introduced its Green Production Guide, and yet convincing film and television productions to think about the life cycle of their sets and props remains a work in progress. “A lot of these productions don’t have a plan in place,” says
Cannes Festival Adds More Films to 2026 Lineup, Including ‘Victorian Psycho’ Starring Maika Monroe, and Diego Luna’s ‘Ashes’
Cannes Film Festival has announced more additions to its lineup, including Zachary Wigon’s horror film “Victorian Psycho” starring Maika Monroe, and Judith Godrèche’s feature debut “A Girl’s Story” for its Un Certain Regard section. “Victorian Psycho” stars scream queen Monroe
Las Palmas Honoree Ignacio Agüero on Making Documentaries in an Era Without ‘Truth’ or ‘Certainty’
Chilean documentary filmmaker Ignacio Agüero will be honored with a retrospective at the 25th Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Intl. Film Festival, which takes place April 23-May 3 on Spain’s Gran Canaria island. The tribute will celebrate the life and career of the groundbreaking
Leonardo DiCaprio Urges Fans to Call U.S. Representatives and Fight Against Bill to Dismantle the Endangered Species Act: ‘Reject This Existential Threat’
Leonardo DiCaprio is marking Earth Day by calling on his 60 million Instagram followers to contact members of the U.S. House of Representatives and urge them to vote “no” on a bill that seeks to dismantle the Endangered Species Act (ESA), which was signed into law by Richard
Jon Favreau Admits “I Was Wrong” to Resist Killing Off Tony Stark in ‘Avengers: Endgame’
The 'Iron Man' and 'Mandalorian and Grogu' director on how he regrets quietly pushing back on killing off Robert Downey Jr.'s beloved character.
Nantucket Film Festival to Open With Olivia Wilde’s ‘The Invite’ and Close With Special Presentation of ‘The Five Star Weekend’ (Exclusive)
The 31st edition of the event will honor Paul Feig, Chloë Sevigny, Rashida Jones and Will McCormack and screen ESPN's '30 for 30' Billie Jean King doc 'Give Me the Ball!,' directed by Liz Garbus and Elizabeth Wolff.
Why Pilots Are Making a Comeback in the Streaming Era
Imagine this: Instead of committing tens of millions of dollars straight away to a full season of a TV show, you film one episode for a few million to see if it’s as good on-screen as it is on the page. If it is, you pick up more episodes. If it’s not, you move on. […]
Hulu, Freeform Order Reality Show ‘Million Dollar Nannies,’ Which Follows Hot Young Babysitters in Ibiza
Disney is set to explore the secret lives of hot nannies. Hulu and Freeform have jointly ordered “Million Dollar Nannies,” which follows a cast described as a “young group of elite nannies” who move to Ibiza to launch a new agency. Hi Mom Productions and 3Ball, a 3BMG company,
Christian College Dating Show ‘Ring by Spring Break’ Set at Hulu
The “Ring by Spring” TikTok trend — during which girls hope to get engaged before graduating college — is coming to life on Hulu’s upcoming dating show, “Ring by Spring Break.” Per the official logline, the series “is a bold dating series that drops single Christian college
Andrew Garfield’s ‘The Uprising’ From Paul Greengrass Lands Fall Release at Focus
Jason Blum produces the historical drama that also stars Jamie Bell, Stephen Dillane and Cosmo Jarvis.