Danny Masterson Blames Trial Lawyer and Anti-Scientology Bias for Rape Convictions
The former That '70s Show star is seeking to overturn his convictions with a new habeas petition
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Box Office: Daisy Edgar-Jones’ ‘Sense and Sensibility’ Lands September 2026 Release Date
Focus Features and Working Title's latest adaptation of a Jane Austen novel will arrive in cinemas as awards season kicks off following the fall film festivals.
Bill Maher Refuses to Do Stand-Up Comedy Again Because ‘I Could Get Shot by the Left or the Right’: ‘I Don’t Won’t to Be Out There in This Country, in This Political Atmosphere’
Bill Maher told guest Patton Oswalt on the latest episode of the “Club Random” podcast that he is no longer interested in hitting the road for stand-up comedy shows given the country’s intense political divide. The often-outspoken Maher regularly stirs up backlash from both
Christopher Nolan Shot ‘The Odyssey’ Entirely With Imax Cameras by Creating New Equipment So ‘You Can Shoot a Foot’ Away From an Actor’s Face and ‘Get Usable Sound’
Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is making film history as the first narrative feature shot entirely with Imax cameras, and it’s all thanks in part to a child and a David Bowie song. The film’s cinematographer, Hoyte van Hoytema, revealed to Empire magazine that he shot Imax
Music Industry Moves: Roc Nation Distribution Unveils Platform Designed for Independent Artists
Roc Nation Distribution has launched a new dashboard designed to empower its independent artists. Roc Nation’s in-house distribution arm describes the platform as its effort to maximize artists’ “global audience reach” towards fan bases, “unlocking new business opportunities by
‘Grinch’ Turns 25: Taylor Momsen on “Otherworldly” Reunion With Jim Carrey and How the Film Led to Career Change
Momsen tells The Hollywood Reporter about the one aspect of playing Cindy that she hated, while also recalling her co-star as "so caring about me as a person."
‘Heat 2’: Christian Bale Circling Role in Michael Mann’s Long-Awaited Sequel
Christian Bale is being eyed for a role in Michael Mann’s “Heat 2,” the long-awaited sequel to the filmmaker’s 1995 crime drama starring Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, according to a source with knowledge of the production. Bale previously starred in Mann’s “Public Enemies,”
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Skipping Interviews at ‘Wicked: For Good’ New York Premiere
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande won’t be doing interviews at Monday night’s New York City premiere of “Wicked: For Good.” Universal reps informed members of the media just hours before the carpet is set to open at Lincoln Center that “Cynthia is not feeling well and has lost
Kit Harington ‘Felt Odd’ Kissing Sophie Turner in New Movie After Playing ‘Game of Thrones’ Siblings, Jokes He Stood on an ‘Apple Box Because She’s a Foot Taller Than Me’
Kit Harington recently told E! News that kissing Sophie Turner during the filming of their new horror movie was “weird” after they spent nearly a decade playing siblings Jon Snow and Sansa Stark on all eight seasons of HBO’s “Game of Thrones,” which concluded in 2019. Harington
Shaquille O’Neal to Lend Boost to Warner’s ‘Dunkman’ Basketball Competition
“Inside the NBA” has migrated over to ESPN, but TNT still has a few other jobs for some of that popular studio show’s hosts. Shaquille O’Neal will serve as a judge along with other NBA greats including Vince Carter, Dwight Howard, Nate Robinson and Mac McClung, and Chris Webber
The 25 Best Hallmark Christmas Movies, Ranked
It’s officially Christmas movie season — in fact, at the Hallmark Channel, it begins in October. While there have been changes behind-the-scenes at the network, one thing remains the same: Their holiday cheer. The channel first launched “Countdown to Christmas,” during which
Variety and Lexus to Host ‘Wicked: For Good’ On The Carpet at New York City Premiere
Variety will host an exclusive, star-filled On the Carpet event presented by Lexus at the Universal Pictures’ “Wicked: For Good” premiere in New York City. This special event will bring fans, industry insiders, and the worldwide “Wicked” community closer than ever to the epic
Pathé Hires FilmNation’s Ben Browning to Lead Big Expansion in English Language Production (EXCLUSIVE)
Pathé, the French production and exhibition powerhouse which is turning 130 next year, is getting ready to reboot its U.K. production division and make a big push in the English language landscape. The Paris-based company has hired FilmNation’s president of motion pictures Ben
Criterion Sets February 2026 Releases for ‘Network,’ ‘The Man Who Wasn’t There,’ ‘A Woman Under the Influence’ and More
The Criterion Collection announced Thursday a robust February 2026 slate headlined by new 4K editions of Sidney Lumet’s “Network” (1976) and Joel and Ethan Coen’s “The Man Who Wasn’t There” (2001). The month also brings the Blu-ray debut of John Cassavetes’ “A Woman Under the
Ariana Grande Hosting ‘SNL’ Christmas Episode With Musical Guest Cher
Melissa McCarthy, Josh O’Connor, Dijon and Lily Allen have also been revealed as hosts and musical guests for December
CBS Sets Midseason 2026 Premiere Dates for ‘Survivor 50,’ ‘CIA,’ Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Y: Marshals’ and More
CBS has unveiled its midseason schedule, setting winter premiere dates for new series like Taylor Sheridan’s latest “Yellowstone” spinoff “Y: Marshals” and the true-crime program “Harlan Coben’s Final Twist.” “CIA,” the Tom Ellis-starring spinoff of “FBI,” will premiere on Feb.
Rosalía’s ‘Lux’ Becomes Her First Top 10 Album, Debuting at No. 4
With the release of her expansive orchestral LP “Lux,” Rosalía has hit another landmark moment in her career. The singer celebrates her first-ever top 10 album as the 15-song (18-song on CD and vinyl) set debuts at No. 4 powered by a personal-best week of 46,000 equivalent
‘Billionaire Island’ Producer Gudny Hummelvoll and Jevgeni Supin, Behind ‘Von Fock,’ Win Tallinn’s Honorary TV Beats Producer Awards (EXCLUSIVE)
Norway’s Gudny Hummelvoll, producer of “Billionaire Island,” “Headhunters” and “Occupied,” and heavyweight Estonian producer Jevgeni Supin, behind international historical series “Von Fock,” will be the recipients of this year’s Honorary TV Beats Producer Awards. Adjudicated
‘SNL’: Ariana Grande to Host With Cher as Musical Guest; Plus Josh O’Connor and Lily Allen
Ariana Grande is returning to “Saturday Night Live” on Dec. 20 for her third stint as host. She’ll be joined by musical guest Cher, who will take the Studio 8H stage for the first time since her “SNL” debut in 1987. The week before, on Dec. 13, Josh O’Connor will make his “SNL”
‘Hunting Wives’ Season 2 Starts Production, Karen Rodriguez and Hunter Emery Upped to Series Regulars
“The Hunting Wives” Season 2 is officially in production, Netflix announced Monday. In addition, Karen Rodriguez and Hunter Emery are confirmed to return for the second season of the drama series as series regulars. Rodriguez plays Deputy Salazar while Emery plays Deputy Flynn.
Benny Blanco Presents Phil Sarna With Business Manager of the Year Award: ‘Thank You for Making Us Not Lose All of Our Money’
Music producer and songwriter Benny Blanco never invested money before meeting Phil Sarna, the senior managing director and founder of PS Business Management. “When I first met Phil, I had $26,000 in my bank account. I remember I went in there and I said, ‘Do I have enough to
Vue Boss Slams Imax Over Netflix and Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ Deal: It Risks ‘Undermining’ Theatrical Business (EXCLUSIVE)
The founder and CEO of Vue Entertainment, the largest privately owned cinema operator in Europe, has written a public letter attacking the controversial deal Imax signed with Netflix giving Greta Gerwig’s upcoming “Narnia” an exclusive two-week theatrical run on its screens.
‘Moana’ Live-Action Trailer Reveals First Footage of Catherine Laga’aia and Dwayne Johnson
Disney releases director Thomas Kail's film in theaters next summer.
LISTEN: Box Office: ‘The Running Man’ Stumbles as ‘Now You See Me’ Conjures a Win; Focus Features Chief Peter Kujawski on Moviegoing and Fandom
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, in our Box Office segment, Variety’s Brent Lang breaks down Paramount’s stumble with “The Running Man” and Lionsgate’s magic with “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t.” And Focus Features chairman Peter Kujawski talks about the
Bridget Jones Statue Unveiling Sees Renée Zellweger and ‘Mad About the Boy’ Cast Reunite
Zellweger first played Helen Fielding's beloved character over 20 years ago in 'Bridget Jones's Diary'.
Danny Masterson Blames His Lawyer for Putting on a Poor Defense at Rape Trial
Danny Masterson is blaming his trial attorney for putting on a poor defense as he seeks to overturn his rape conviction. Masterson, the former star of “That ’70s Show,” is serving a 30-year sentence at the California Men’s Colony in San Luis Obispo after being convicted of two
The Game Awards Nominations 2025: ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ Becomes Most-Nominated Game Ever With 12 Nods
The Game Awards 2025 nominations were announced Monday with “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” leading the way with 12 nods. That total makes the Sandfall Interactive-developed game the most-nominated game in the 11-year history of the awards. Among its accolades, “Clair Obscur:
‘Moana’ Live-Action Trailer: Catherine Laga’aia and Dwayne Johnson Bring Disney’s Ocean Adventure to Life
Make way! Disney has released the first trailer for the live-action remake of “Moana,” starring Catherine Laga‘aia as the titular character. Like the original 2016 animated movie, the live-action film will once again star Dwayne Johnson as Maui, a once-mighty demigod who aids
The Soapstone Comedy Club Debuts Mobile-First Game ‘The Last Laugh’ in Meta Horizon (EXCLUSIVE)
The Soapstone Comedy Club is launching their new mobile-first game, “The Last Laugh,” on Dec. 1 in Meta Horizon Worlds. The comedy-fueled social game allows players to race to match patterns faster than their rivals and battle against each other in matches. Designed for players
‘Prisoner 951’ Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Images as Drama Based on Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe’s Iran Imprisonment Preps BBC Launch (EXCLUSIVE)
The BBC and Fremantle’s Dancing Ledge Productions have unveiled a pair of behind-the-scene images from “Prisoner 951,” a new drama series based on Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe’s real-life imprisonment in Iran. Starring Narges Rashidi (“Gangs of London,” “Under the Shadow”) and
Daisy Ridley to Lead Action-Thriller ‘The Good Samaritan’ From ‘Taken’ Director and ‘Rambo: Last Blood’ Writer
Daisy Ridley is set to take the lead in upcoming action-thriller “The Good Samaritan” for “Taken” and “Peppermint” director Pierre Morel. Highland Film Group are handling International sales on the feature, with CAA Media Finance and UTA Independent Film Group co-representing
James Cameron Talks Digital Advances For 3D Action Fantasy ‘Avatar: Fire And Ash: “We’ve Got to Evolve It”
The director and cast members Kate Winslet, Zoe Saldaña and Sigourney Weaver appear in a featurette to build up the third 'Avatar' film, releasing in theaters on Dec. 19.
‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ Stars Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco and More Show Off Their Magic Card Tricks
The Horsemen are back with more mind-bending illusions in “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t,” the third installment of the magic-fueled heist series — and this time, a new generation of illusionists joins the team. At the film’s New York premiere, several cast members took a
Lucas Bravo on Bringing Back ‘Fun Gabriel’ for ‘Emily in Paris’ Season 5, Playing a Bad Guy in HBO’s ‘The Seduction’ and How George Clooney Became His Hollywood ‘Godfather’
Since breaking out globally five years ago as Gabriel — the hunky French chef in Netflix’s hit romantic comedy “Emily in Paris” — Lucas Bravo has worked hard to defy typecasting, seeking edgier and darker roles. To wit, he stars as the morally corrupt Comte de Gercourt in “The
How AI Helped One Student Make the Movie He Couldn’t Afford
Josh Williams’ 'Ghost Lap' started as a dream and a laptop. With Kling AI’s tools, it became an award-winning short and a glimpse into the future of creative storytelling: "It's absolutely a tool, not a replacement."
Glinda and Elphaba Reunite to Confront the Wizard in Early ‘Wicked: For Good’ Scene
Peacock is now exclusively streaming the first clip from the sequel film.
AFM Earns High Praise for New L.A. Location, but Pricey Film Packages Turn Buyers Off: ‘Expectations Haven’t Fully Adjusted to the Realities of the Market’
Rain may be good for box offices, but it can also be a bonus for film events. The storm that started pounding Los Angeles last week led to a noticeable uptick in people buzzing around the lobby of the American Film Market at the Fairmont Century Plaza — and no doubt brought
‘Wake Up Dead Man’: Josh O’Connor is a Murder Suspect and Daniel Craig’s Crime-Solving Sidekick in Latest Trailer
‘The Crown’ star finds himself with blood on his hands and must establish his innocence alongside the dapper sleuth Benoit Blanc in Rian Johnson's third 'Knives Out' film.
New ‘Wicked: For Good’ Clip Unveiled on Peacock
Universal has unveiled a new clip from upcoming fantasy epic “Wicked: For Good,” exclusively on Peacock. The clip features stars Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba), Ariana Grande (Glinda) and Jeff Goldblum (The Wizard). Other “For Good” cast members include Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater,
Cinematographer Dan Laustsen on Crafting ‘Frankenstein’ With Guillermo del Toro: “We’re Not Afraid of the Darkness”
The two-time Oscar nominee breaks down the wide-angle aesthetic, in-camera effects and bold amber-and-steel-blue palette behind del Toro’s bold take on the monster movie classic.
AI-Generated Images Threaten Future of Documentary as People ‘Will Stop Believing Anything’: ‘Deep Fake Is the Crime, AI Is a Tool’
Few issues are as widely dissected and discussed within the film business today as the possibilities and consequences of AI technology. When it comes to documentary filmmaking, the discussion takes on a new level of importance, as the form is often tied to journalistic notions
Man Who Grabbed Ariana Grande at ‘Wicked: For Good’ Premiere Sentenced to Nine Days in Jail
Johnson Wen, a self-described “stage invader,” pleaded guilty to one count of being a public nuisance in Singapore
More Women Filmmakers and Greater Diversity at Ventana Sur’s Primer Corte, Copia Final Programs (EXCLUSIVE)
Fewer titles from Argentina, given the radical reduction of federal support, has made way for more diversity among the entries to Ventana Sur’s industry centerpieces Copia Final and Primer Corte. According to Pamela Biénzoba, who shares curating duties with Juan Crespo and Eva
‘Legend of Zelda’ Movie First Look Reveals Link and Zelda in Live Action
The first look at Sony and Nintendo’s live-action “Legend of Zelda” movie is here. Images released on Monday on the Nintendo Today app offer a sneak peek at young actors Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who play the magical Princess Zelda and green-clad swordsman Link,
‘Hunger Strike Breakfast’ Director Shines Light on “Occupation of the Mind” in Cinematic “Metaphor” for Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Lithuanian auteur Karolis Kaupinis discusses his new movie about the 1991 Soviet invasion of the Baltic country, which is currently screening at Tallinn.
‘Wake Up Dead Man’ Trailer: Daniel Craig’s Third ‘Knives Out’ Movie Investigates a Religious Murder With Josh O’Connor, Jeremy Renner, Mila Kunis and More
Benoit Blanc will return to solve his most dangerous case yet in a new trailer for Netflix’s “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.” “Wake Up Dead Man” is the third installment in Rian Johnson’s “Knives Out” franchise. The film hits theaters on Nov. 26 as part of a two-week
Lenny Daniels Joins Professional Fighters League as COO
Lenny Daniels, the former head of Warner Bros. Discovery’s sports operations, has joined Professional Fighters League as chief operating officer as the mixed-martial-arts league is working to compete more headily against UFC. Daniels will oversee all day-to-day operations
Producer Blue May on the Making of Lily Allen’s ‘West End Girl,’ the Year’s Buzziest Album: ‘It’s a Whole Record of Pretty Much Zero Metaphor’
Occasionally a producer or writer who is known primarily to music insiders suddenly emerges with a calling card that puts the wider world on notice. For Blue May, that card is Lily Allen’s “West End Girl,” an astonishing album that may not just be one of the year’s best but be
Sinclair in Talks to Acquire Rival TV Station Owner E.W. Scripps, Eyeing $300 Million in Cost Synergies
Sinclair, the second-biggest U.S. TV station group owner, disclosed that it has acquired an 8.2% stake in the E.W. Scripps Co. and has been in talks for several months about buying Scripps. Sinclair, which operates and/or provides services to 185 TV stations in 85 markets, said
BBC ‘Determined to Fight’ Potential Trump Lawsuit, Chair Says: ‘There Is No Basis for a Defamation Case’
The BBC is “determined to fight” a potential lawsuit from U.S. President Donald Trump, the broadcaster’s chair Samir Shah said on Monday. According to Sky News, Shah sent an email to staff addressing speculation about legal action from Trump over documentary program
