Rob Reiner Said Son Nick Was Sober and in ‘Really Good Place’ 3 Months Before Murders
Reiner said his son "hasn't been doing drugs for over six years"
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‘The Housemaid’ Director Paul Feig Teases “New Ending” That Departs From Book: “On the Big Screen, You Always Want More”
Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar star in the adaptation of the bestselling thriller.
Ted Sarandos Makes Surprise Canal+ Appearance to Ease French Concerns Over Warner Bros. Deal: ‘We Intend to Support’ Theatrical
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos made a surprise appearance at Canal+’s The Original+ showcase in Paris on Tuesday, seeking to calm French industry fears about the streaming giant’s $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. by pledging to maintain the studio’s traditional theatrical
As Hollywood Navigates Roblox and Fortnite, What’s Working — and What Isn’t
Here’s a stat that might shock anyone who isn’t the parent of a Gen Alpha kid: As of October 2025, online gaming platform Roblox boasted more than 151 million global daily active users. For perspective, that’s more than the number of people with a Disney+ subscription, more
StubHub Theatre Week Promo Offers $50 Discount on Broadway Tickets
StubHub is giving last-minute holiday shoppers a Broadway-worthy incentive this December. The ticketing platform has teamed up with ATG to launch Theatre Week, a limited-time promotion running from Dec. 15–22 that is offering 50% discounts on this season’s buzziest Broadway
LISTEN: Happy 120th Birthday, Variety! When Vaudeville, Gramophones, Caruso and Bernhardt Ruled Entertainment
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, we go back in time to December 16, 1905, to celebrate Variety’s 120th birthday. Showbiz historians David Monod and Peter Rader explain what the entertainment marketplace was like at the time Variety was born. More to come VINTAGE
Nick Reiner Not Medically Cleared to Appear in Court After Arrest for Alleged Murder of Parents
Reiner’s attorney, Alan Jackson, told reporters his client may appear in court as early as Wednesday, but it’s a “day-to-day” decision
HamptonsFilm Names Bob Feinberg as Executive Director
Bob Feinberg has been named executive director of HamptonsFilm, the organization that puts on the annual Hamptons International Film Festival. The veteran media executive, attorney and entrepreneur brings nearly four decades of experience across film, television, public media
‘Les Misérables,’ Josephine Baker Biopic, Ava DuVernay-David Oyelowo Heist Film in Paris Spotlight
Fred Cavayé, Vincent Lindon, Noémie Merlant, Tahar Rahim and Maïmouna Doucouré were among the creatives taking the stage during a Canal+/StudioCanal 2026 preview in the French capital.
2026 Oscars Shortlists Revealed
Nominees in 12 categories — including best documentary feature, original song and score and the new best casting category — will be chosen from the titles included in this preliminary selection.
Oscars Shortlists Announced in 12 Categories: ‘Sinners’ and ‘Wicked: For Good’ Lead, ‘Sirât’ Gets Strong Showing
The Oscars have announced the shortlists in 12 categories for the upcoming 98th ceremony. Members from various branches of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences participated in preliminary voting across multiple categories, including animated short film, documentary
Amazon Orders Series Adaptation of YA Romance Novel ‘The Probability of Miracles’
“The Probability of Miracles” has scored a series order from Amazon MGM Studios. The Wendy Wunder novel will be adapted into an eight-episode YA romance show on Prime Video. Katie Lovejoy, who wrote the third “To All the Boys” film adaptation and Netflix’s “Love at First
Stephen King Gave Rob Reiner a Huge Hug After Watching ‘Stand By Me’ for the First Time
“I marveled at what a good story the truth could make in the right hands,” the author wrote in a new tribute to the late filmmaker, who adapted two of his books
Courtney B. Vance Reflects on Decades-Long Career and Being a Supportive Husband to Angela Bassett: ‘I’m the Poster Child for Following Your Heart’
For Courtney B. Vance, it’s always been about the craft. And his stacked portfolio proves it. He has earned a Tony for his work in the 2013 Broadway show “Lucky Guy” and two Emmys, one for playing Johnnie Cochran in “The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story” and another
Leonardo DiCaprio Says He’ll Never Direct Because He ‘Could Never Do Anything Close to What Martin Scorsese Does’
Leonardo DiCaprio is doubling down on his belief that he’ll never transition to the director’s chair. “Some people have asked me if I wanted to direct,” DiCaprio said at the A Year in TIME event in Manhattan. “I’m like, ‘I would never want to direct.’ I could never do anything
Casting Directors Behind ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Hamnet,’ ‘F1’ and More on Finding the Perfect Fit
It’s no secret that casting directors are the secret ingredient in a film’s success. Whether discovering new talent, assembling the perfect ensemble or putting familiar faces in roles like we haven’t seen before, casting is its own art form. Next year, the Academy Awards will
Nick Robinson Played a Version of Nick Reiner in ‘Being Charlie’ and Speaks Out After Rob Reiner’s Death: ‘An Incredible Artist’
Nick Robinson praised Rob Reiner as “an incredible artist” after the director’s tragic death. The two worked together on the 2015 drama film “Being Charlie,” which was co-written by Rob’s son, Nick Reiner, and based on Nick’s struggles with drug addiction and homelessness. Rob
‘The Wasp Woman’ Comedic Remake Coming From ‘Strangers With Candy’ Duo Amy Sedaris and Paul Dinello (EXCLUSIVE)
The buzz is building over the newest project from two of comedy’s most beloved voices. Amy Sedaris and Paul Dinello, who, alongside Stephen Colbert, created and starred in the cult comedy series “Strangers With Candy,” are set to begin their next film project, a reimagining of
‘It Was a Do-or-Die Environment’: ‘F1’ Cast and Crew Talk Behind-the-Scenes Details of the Action-Packed Racing Film
Following a London screening of “F1” hosted by Apple Original films and in partnership with Variety, the cast, crew and producers of the action-packed blockbuster discussed behind-the-scenes details on the film’s creation, including how the production got the real Formula One
Guillermo del Toro Set to Receive the Creative Impact in Directing Award from Variety at Palm Springs International Film Festival 2026
Variety will award Guillermo del Toro at this year’s Palm Springs International Film Festival with the Creative Impact in Directing Award. The honor will be given as part of Variety’s annual 10 Directors to Watch and Creative Impact Awards brunch on January 4. Del Toro’s
Cinephobia Releasing Takes North America on LGBT Dramedy ‘The Divine Tragedy,’ Directed by ‘Four Moons’ Sergio Tovar Velarde (EXCLUSIVE)
Cinephobia Releasing, headed by former Artsploitation Films and TLA Releasing founder Ray Murray, has acquired all North American rights to Sergio Tovar Velarde’s LGBT dramedy “The Divine Tragedy,” (“La tragedia divina”), an ode to gay diversity and brotherly reconciliation.
David Oyelowo and Ava DuVernay Set New Film ‘Heist of Benin’ in ‘Selma’ Reunion
David Oyelowo and Ava DuVernay are reuniting for the new film, “Heist of Benin,” more than a decade after their Academy Award-winning film “Selma.” Oyelowo will star in the film, which is set in modern-day London and described as “a thriller that intertwines art, love and
‘The Traitors’ Promises ‘Diabolical Deception’ and a ‘Sadistic’ Game in New Season 4 Trailer
The celebrity murder mystery competition series returns on Jan. 8 with three extended episodes
The Best Music Books of 2025: Cameron Crowe, Paul McCartney, Ozzy Osbourne and More
We say this every year, but any list of the year’s best music books is even more of a losing proposition than best albums or songs, primarily because of the time investment — so any such list is doomed to being “some of the best music books.” With that inevitable caveat,
PlayStation’s Sucker Punch Boss Brian Fleming to Exit, Jason Connell and Adrian Bentley Set as Successors at ‘Ghost of Yotei’ Studio
Brian Fleming, the longtime head of PlayStation’s Sucker Punch Productions, the makers of “Ghost of Tsushima” and its 2025 Game Award-nominee followup, “Ghost of Yotei,” is stepping down from his role and passing the studio chief title on to a pair of in-house successors: Jason
‘The Housemaid’ Review: Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried in a Twisted Domestic Thriller That’s Over-the-Top and Clever About It
"The Housemaid," a screw-tightening domestic thriller, is nothing more (or less) than a garishly fun and effective piece of postfeminist pulp. Directed by Paul Feig, from a script (by Rebecca Sonnenshine) based on Freida McFadden’s hugely popular 2022 novel, the film goes right
‘The Magnificent Seven’ TV Series Greenlit at MGM+
“The Magnificent Seven” is officially getting the TV treatment, as MGM+ has greenlit an eight-episode drama series based on the iconic Western film. The series hails from writer Tim Kring (“Heroes,” “Touch”), who will executive produce alongside Donald De Line (“Billy the Kid,”
Variety at 120: Exploring Key Pop Culture Touchstones, From Vaudeville to ‘Easy Rider’ and The Ramones to Taylor Swift
CLICK HERE TO JUMP TO THE SPECIAL VARIETY 120 SECTION The cover of Variety’s debut issue, published on Dec. 16, 1905, touted the “Reviews of the Week” by Chicot and Sime. These were the pen names of Epes W. Sargent and Sime Silverman. (Silverman, founder of this publication,
Chloé Zhao, Nia DaCosta and Geeta Gandbhir to Be Honored at Sundance’s Robert Redford Tribute Event
Chloé Zhao, Nia DaCosta and Geeta Gandbhir have been added to the list of honorees for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival’s annual fundraiser. Dubbed “Celebrating Sundance Institute: A Tribute to Founder Robert Redford,” this year’s fundraiser will pay homage to the actor and
Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman Teaming for ‘Elsinore’ Film About Acclaimed ‘Chariots of Fire’ Actor Ian Charleson, for StudioCanal
It’s a “Fleabag” reunion. Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman are set to star in “Elsinore,” based on the life of Scottish stage and screen star Ian Charleson. BAFTA nominee Simon Stone (“The Dig”) will direct from a script by Golden Globe nominee Stephen Beresford (“Pride”). The
This Oscar Season Don’t Forget About ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’
While “Wicked: For Good” has understandably taken up the lion’s share of attention in the Oscar race, there’s another movie musical adapted from a Broadway show that has been largely overlooked. Bill Condon, screenwriter of “Chicago” and director of “Dreamgirls” and “Beauty and
Donna Summer Posthumously Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame
The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced the posthumous induction of legendary singer-songwriter Donna Summer. Summer, who passed away in 2012 at age 63, was honored during an intimate ceremony held on December 15, 2025 in Los Angeles. As the defining voice of the disco era,
Andrew Scott, Olivia Colman to Star in ‘Elsinore,’ About ‘Chariots of Fire’ Star Ian Charleson, for StudioCanal (Exclusive)
Scott will play the Scottish actor and Colman his doctor in the movie written by Stephen Beresford and directed by Simon Stone for the studio, LD Entertainment, Lucky Red, and Magnolia Mae Films.
Top Documentary Filmmakers on Confronting Trauma and Finding the Funny in Tragic Circumstances
Mariska Hargitay, Laura Poitras and other Oscar-contending nonfiction helmers discuss their process, subjects and inspirations.
Steven Spielberg’s UFO Movie ‘Disclosure Day’ Revealed as Trailer Shows Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor Making Contact With Aliens
Universal Pictures has released the first trailer for Steven Spielberg’s next film, “Disclosure Day.” The movie stars Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, Colman Domingo, Wyatt Russell and Henry Lloyd-Hughes. Spielberg developed the science fiction story with
The Obamas Were Supposed to See Rob Reiner and Michele Singer the Day They Were Killed
“Unlike some people, Rob and Michele Reiner are some of the most decent, courageous people you ever want to know,” Michele Obama said on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Steven Spielberg’s ‘Disclosure Day’ Trailer Revealed: Director Returns to UFO Genre
A first look at the legendary director's mysterious new film.
Publicists Rhett Usry and Amanda Pelletier Join Origin Public Relations
Publicity veterans Rhett Usry and Amanda Pelletier have joined Origin Public Relations. Usry has been named president and will lead the agency’s New York office. Pelletier is a senior publicist, based in Los Angeles. “Rhett’s experience, perspective, and industry relationships
‘The Traitors’ Season 4 Trailer: Provocateur Michael Rapaport Stirs Up Drama as Lisa Rinna Cackles
Peacock has released the trailer for “The Traitors” Season 4. The new season premieres with three extended episodes on Jan. 8 at 6 p.m. PT, followed by two more episodes on Jan. 15. New episodes will then premiere every Thursday through the finale and the reunion will take
‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Trailer: Dr. Robby Clashes With His Replacement During Chaotic Fourth of July Rush
HBO Max has released a new trailer and key art for “The Pitt” Season 2, which premieres Jan. 8 at 9 p.m. ET. New episodes of the 15-episode season will premiere weekly until the season finale on April 16. According to a series logline, “’The Pitt’ is a realistic examination of
Netflix Inks iHeartMedia Deal for Exclusive Video Podcasts Featuring Charlamagne tha God, Chelsea Handler and More
Netflix is plugging more podcasts into its programming lineup through an exclusive video podcast deal with iHeartMedia, including popular radio talk show “The Breakfast Club” co-hosted by Charlamange tha God and Chelsea Handler’s weekly podcast. Under the pact, video versions
Instagram for TV: Social Network Launches App to Watch Reels Videos on Big Screen
Instagram is making the jump from mobile devices to the living-room TV for the first time — a bid to ratchet up viewing of short-form Reels, by taking videos to the biggest screen in the house. The Meta-owned social platform on Tuesday launched a pilot of Instagram for TV, an
‘Holy Spider’ Actress Zar Amir, Jonathan Pryce and Amir El-Masry Lead Cast of Thriller ‘Keep Her Quiet’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Iranian-French actress Zar Amir, who won Cannes’ best actress award for “Holy Spider,” leads the cast of investigative thriller “Keep Her Quiet,” alongside British actor Jonathan Pryce, an Oscar nominee with “The Two Popes,” and rising Egyptian-British actor Amir El-Masry, who
Hayley Williams, Florence Welch, Trey Anastasio and More Light Up Jack Antonoff’s Ally Coalition Benefit Concert
Jack Antonoff’s annual benefit concert for the Ally Coalition — his and his sister Rachel’s charitable organization, which has raised over $2 million to support unhoused LGBTQ+ youths — has featured so many stars over its 11 editions that it’s hard to remember them all: Over
‘Birds of War’ Boarded by Dogwoof Ahead of World Premiere at Sundance Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)
Dogwoof has picked up world sales rights to the feature documentary “Birds of War,” which will world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in the World Cinema Documentary Competition. The film tells the love story of London-based Lebanese journalist Janay Boulos and
‘Zootopia 2’ Leads U.K., Ireland Box Office as ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Looms
Disney’s “Zootopia 2” retained the No. 1 spot at the U.K. and Ireland box office for a third weekend, adding £2.7 million ($3.7 million) and lifting its cumulative total to £15.5 million ($20.9 million), according to Comscore. Universal’s “Wicked: For Good” held firmly in
‘Widow’s Bay’ First Look: Matthew Rhys Is the Feeble Mayor of a Cursed Island Town in Apple TV’s New Horror Comedy Series
Apple TV has unveiled the first look at “Widow’s Bay,” a new horror comedy series starring Matthew Rhys. The first three episodes of the 10-episode run debut on April 29, with new installments premiering every Wednesday through June 17. The show’s official logline reads,
‘Housemaid’ Director Paul Feig Had Invited Rob Reiner to Film’s Premiere Before Death: ‘I Just Loved the Man So Much’
Director Paul Feig is remembering Rob Reiner. “I was lucky enough to get to sit next to Rob about 10 years ago at a dinner party, and we talked for hours, and he was always one of my heroes,” Feig told me Monday night at the premiere of his new Lionsgate movie, “The Housemaid.”
Rolling Stones Call Off 2026 Tour
The Rolling Stones have called off plans for a 2026 stadium tour of the United Kingdom and Europe, a source close to the band confirms to Variety, following reports that guitarist Keith Richards was unable to “commit” to it. While never officially announced, the group’s touring
Simu Liu Making Broadway Debut in ‘Oh, Mary!’
Simu Liu is moving from the MCU to a very wacky White House. The on-screen superhero, best known for his starring role in Marvel’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” will make his Broadway debut in “Oh, Mary!” He will play Mary Todd Lincoln’s teacher in the historical
