Yes, You Can Still See ‘Musk’ — Here’s What’s Happening With the Film’s Release Plan
The VOD date Is being moved up by several weeks even as it continues to play in theaters.
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Eric Bauza’s ‘Looney Tunes’ Legacy: ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Producer Says Voice Actor Behind Bugs Bunny and More Had a ‘Deep Love of the Craft’
Chris DeFaria, the former president of animation and innovative technology at Warner Bros. and producer of “Coyote vs. Acme,” shared his thoughts on the sudden death of Eric Bauza, the voice of many “Looney Tunes” characters. I’m heartbroken to share that my friend and
Jess Gabor and Arthur Langlie to Star in Christina Kallas’ Thriller ‘He Talks to Me’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Jess Gabor and Arthur Langlie will star in “He Talks to Me,” a psychological thriller from director Christina Kallas and screenwriter Alejandro Adams, Variety can reveal exclusively. Mike S. Ryan developed the project and will produce through his banner Greyshack Films. Derrick
Walter Koenig, Chekov on ‘Star Trek,’ Remembered by George Takei: ‘Keep Navigating a Steady Course’
Walter Koenig’s “Star Trek” colleagues are remembering the actor who played Chekov in the original “Star Trek” series, calling him “a loyal friend.” Koenig died Sunday in Los Angeles. His “Star Trek” co-star George Takei reminisced over Koenig serving as best man at his
Lionsgate Forms Joint Venture With Steven Paul, Movie Producer Who Has Had Trump’s Ear
Lionsgate and Steven Paul, an entrepreneur and film producer who has personally lobbied President Donald Trump on a federal tax incentive for Hollywood, are forming a joint venture through which Paul’s SP Media will make a “significant” investment in new initiatives together
L.A. Film School Escapes Whistleblower Lawsuit as Judge Punishes Lawyer for AI Use
A federal judge has thrown out a whistleblower lawsuit that accused the Los Angeles Film School of massive student loan fraud and has sanctioned the claimants’ attorney for filing a brief generated by ChatGPT. The whistleblowers, two former executives at the school, filed a
Agnieszka Holland Boards ‘The Tuners,’ About the Shadow Competition Behind a Piano Contest, as Executive Producer (Exclusive)
The Hollywood Reporter can also exclusively premiere a new trailer for the short doc, directed by Pawel Chorzepa and produced by International Emmy winner Joanna Chorzepa, about experts who usually remain invisible.
Ella Langley Retakes No. 1 on Hot 100 From Taylor Swift; Tate McRae’s ‘Housewife,’ Rodrigo/Roan ‘Expectations’ and Zach Bryan/Lana Del Rey ‘Lies’ All Bow Big
Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero” no longer has a stranglehold on the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100; after three weeks of dominance, it has relinquished the slot to the previous song to have a stranglehold on the chart, the evidently indomitable “Choosin’ Texas.” Ella
Tom DeSimone, Director of ‘Chatterbox,’ ‘Reform School Girls,’ Dies at 87
Tom DeSimone, who transitioned from directing adult films into helming a host of B-movies including cult pic “Reform School Girls” and talking-vagina comedy “Chatterbox,” died Oct. 17 in Cathedral City, Calif. He was 87. His brother Bob confirmed his death and said he chose to
Actors on the Verge of Losing SAG-AFTRA Health Insurance Find Support via ‘One Job Away’ Instagram Campaign: ‘The System Is Not Working’
Cheyenne Jackson has acted in more than 40 television series, including “Imperfect Women,” “American Horror Story,” “Call Me Kat,” “Glee” and “30 Rock,” as well as several movies. But last year, he was close to losing his SAG-AFTRA health insurance because he didn’t meet the
Georgia Juvelis to Step Down as Chief Communications Officer for AMC Global Media
Georgia Juvelis will step down as chief communications officer for AMC Global Media at the end of this year, wrapping a 19-year run at the company that is home to AMC Network, AMC+, IFC, SundanceTV, BBC America and more. With Juvelis’ departure, AMC; communications team will
Walter Koenig, Original ‘Star Trek’ Star Who Played Pavel Chekov, Dead at 90
The actor joined the original TV series during its second season and appeared in numerous franchise shows and movies over the decades
Bill Hader Is the Cat in the Hat — This Time a “Much Different Version” Than He Played on ‘SNL’
The comedian voices the iconic Dr. Seuss character in Warner Bros. Pictures Animation's new movie.
SCAD Film Studios Expands Backlot With New Soundstages, More Than 50 Backlot Facades
Savannah College of Art and Design has completed its SCAD Film Studios expansion in Savannah, Georgia. The 16-acre complex of SCAD Savannah Film Studios added new professional soundstages and more than 50 backlot facades and practical interiors to Savannah’s production
‘Coven Academy’ Renewed for Season 2 at Disney
Disney’s supernatural young adult series “Coven Academy” has been renewed for a second season. Created by Tim Federle, the series follows “three teenage witches and their dangerously charming warlock peers at an elite magic boarding school where power is currency, secrets are
‘Baywatch’ Reboot Sets January Premiere Date on Fox
“Baywatch” is bringing sunshine to the winter, as Fox’s reboot of the blockbuster beach series will premiere on Jan. 6 at 9 p.m. The continuation of the 1990s sensation stars Stephen Amell as a grown-up version of Hobie Buchannon, the wild child from the original series. The
Montclair Film Festival 2026 Reveals Full Winners List: ‘Possible Love,’ ‘Wild Horse Nine’ Take Top Honors (EXCLUSIVE)
The Montclair Film Festival has crowned some of the year’s best films. Lee Chang-dong’s “Possible Love” earned top honors in the festival’s fiction feature competition, while Pegah Ahangarani’s “Rehearsals for a Revolution” was named the winner of the Bruce Sinofsky Award in
Bill Nighy Joins Caitriona Balfe in Alfonso Cuaron Series ‘Ascension’ at Apple TV
Bill Nighy has joined the cast of Alfonso Cuarón upcoming horror thriller series “Ascension” at Apple TV, Variety has learned. Nighy will star in the show alongside previously announced lead Caitríona Balfe. It was originally announced with a series pickup at Apple in August
Tom DeSimone, Director of ‘Chatterbox,’ ‘Hell Night’ and ‘Reform School Girls,’ Dies at 87
He started his career in adult films, where he was “interested in exploring gays in love or at least relationships.”
Lisa Ling Signs With CAA
Lisa Ling, the journalist, producer and author who has logged stints at Channel One, ABC, CNN and CBS News, has tapped CAA to represent her in a variety of fields. Ling, who recently worked as a contributor at CBS News, is known for her work hosting documentary-journalism
Skydance Is Offering Employees Voluntary Buyouts Ahead of Layoffs, Adopts 5-Days-per-Week In-Office Policy
Skydance, as it embarks on the work to integrate the businesses of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, is offering certain employees a voluntary buyout in a “one-time offer.” The new program was outlined by chairman and CEO David Ellison and co-CEO Ynon Kreiz in a memo to
Sharjah Film Festival Partners With UAE’s Media Authority in Push to Assist Emerging Filmmakers
The Sharjah Intl. Film Festival for Children and Youth is adding a federal partner to its push to build a more substantial and sustainable pipeline for emerging filmmakers. The organization behind the festival signed an agreement with the UAE’s recently established National
Instagram Is Testing Ability to Share Videos up to 90 Minutes Long and Launches on Apple TV — but Unlike YouTube, It’s Still Not Paying Creators a Share of Ad Revenue
Meta’s Instagram is trying to make itself a better place for watching and sharing longer-form entertainment content from digital creators, including testing out video lengths of up to 90 minutes and letting users watch Reels and more on Apple TV. The moves are meant to position
Walter Koenig, Chekov on Original ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 90
Walter Koenig, who memorably played Chekov in the original “Star Trek” series and seven “Star Trek” feature films, died Sunday in Los Angeles, Variety has confirmed. He was 90. His reps said in a statement, “Today we mourn the passing of Walter Koenig, whose talent, warmth,
Harry Styles Waltzes His Way Through ‘Coming Up Roses’ Music Video
Harry Styles puts his waltzing skills to the test in the video for “Coming Up Roses,” the latest single to get the music video treatment from his fourth album “Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.” For the clip, Styles reunites with directing duo Bradley & Pablo, who helmed
Music Industry Moves: Mary J. Blige Sells Music Catalogs to Primary Wave; Stella Lefty Signs With Make Wake for Management; Boyz II Men Ink With Warner Records Nashville
Mary J. Blige has sold undisclosed shares of her publishing and recorded-music assets to Primary Wave Music, the company announced on Monday morning. Included in the deal are some of Blige’s greatest hits, including “Family Affair,’ “My Life,” “Mary Jane (All Night Long),” “You
‘Donnie Darko’: THR’s 2001 Review
On October 26, 2001, writer-director Richard Kelly's feature opened in theaters after its Sundance premiere.
Elon Musk’s Anti-Woke AI ‘The Odyssey’ Movie Ripped as “Soulless Slop” After Criticizing Nolan
The tech titan’s anti-woke, Grok-fueled take on ‘The Odyssey’ gets called "zombie-like."
‘Spirit Tastings,’ New Film From ‘WNUF Halloween Special’ Creator Chris LaMartina, Revealed as Screening Roadshow Set (EXCLUSIVE)
The creator of the cult classic “WNUF Halloween Special” is back with another experimental seasonal project. Writer-director Chris LaMartina has announced “Spirit Tasting,” a spooky New Year’s Eve-themed film from Terror Vision Original Productions. Per the official synopsis,
‘Spirit Tasting,’ New Film From ‘WNUF Halloween Special’ Creator Chris LaMartina, Revealed as Screening Roadshow Set (EXCLUSIVE)
The creator of the cult classic “WNUF Halloween Special” is back with another experimental seasonal project. Writer-director Chris LaMartina has announced “Spirit Tasting,” a spooky New Year’s Eve-themed film from Terror Vision Original Productions. Per the official synopsis,
‘Madison’ Horror Game to Get Movie Adaptation From Story Kitchen
Pulse-pounding psychological horror game “Madison” is going to splash some blood on the silver screen. L.A.-based Story Kitchen, a production company specializing in game-to-movie adaptations, has inked a pact with “Madison” developer Bloodious Games to develop a feature film
The Production Studio, Reimagined
The film and television production industry has spent the past several years navigating real headwinds. Productions have followed cost savings overseas, technological innovation has evolved from a talking point to a daily reality on set and in the writers’ room and a widening
Amy Madigan Joins Cast of Paramount+’s ‘Ascent’ With Viola Davis and Sam Heughan
Oscar winner Amy Madigan (“Weapons”) has joined the cast of Paramount+’s upcoming drama thriller “Ascent.” She joins previously announced star/exec producer Viola Davis and star Sam Heughan. According to the streamer, Madigan will play “Rachel,” described as “a former executive
Keanu Reeves to Star in Netflix Action Movie ‘Maelstrom’ After Alan Ritchson Drops Out
Keanu Reeves is set to star in the Netflix action movie “Maelstrom” after “Reacher” actor Alan Ritchson dropped out of the project. “Carry-On” filmmaker Jaume Collet-Serra is directing “Maelstrom.” It revolves around a Federal Marshal who is guarding the fiancée of an arms
Robert Pattinson Calls Steven Soderbergh’s ‘The Batman Part II’ Work “Completely Selfless”
'The Batman' star weighs in on Soderbergh stepping in to help Matt Reeves finish directing the superhero film.
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Gets Behind-the-Scenes Book Featuring Original Sketches, Concept Art and Cast Interviews
“Star Wars” fans are getting a closer look at how Din Djarin and Grogu made the jump from Disney+ to the big screen. “The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu,” a new 256-page hardcover from Abrams Books, arrives Nov. 3, offering an inside look at the creative process
NewFilmmakers L.A. Announces New Board Members as Non-Profit Partners With Sharjah Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles has announced four new board members and forged a strategic partnership in the United Arab Emirates with the Sharjah Intl. Film Festival for Children and Youth. Joining the board of directors of the non-profit arts and culture organization that is
How ‘You Can See Everything’ Became a Surprise Box Office Hit (and Likely One of the Biggest Docs of All Time)
“You Can See Everything” has remained a must-see at the box office, collecting a remarkable $19.5 million from 2,655 theaters in its second weekend — a notable increase in ticket sales from its sizable opening. A24’s buzzy documentary about Theranos fraudster Elizabeth Holmes
Anthropic Hopes Potential Investors Do Not Fret About AI’s ‘Catastrophic’ Risks in Its IPO Filing
Anthropic spent much of its filing with the SEC ahead of its initial public offering warning potential investors about the risks its AI models could pose to humanity, acknowledging it could not entirely ensure its own safety measures would be successful against the
‘Good Girls’ Director on Life in Girls’ Correctional Center in Poland: ‘It Damages You Even More’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Director Ania Winiarska almost gave up on “Good Girls.” “After six months, I felt like I’d hit a wall. I’ve never had this problem before,” she told Variety. “It was always very natural for me to gain people’s trust, but my previous films were about boys or men. This one was
Disney’s Rita Ferro, Inde Navarrette and Melissa Barrera on Latina Powerhouse 100 List From ¡HOLA! Américas
Disney advertising chief Rita Ferro, “Obsession” star Inde Navarrette and actor Melissa Barrera are among the entertainment industry notables featured on the Latina Powerhouse 100 list published today by ¡HOLA! Américas. This list aims to highlight prominent Latinas who are
Owen Thiele on His New Tinder Campaign, ‘Adults’ Season 3 and the ‘13 Going on 30’ Sequel (EXCLUSIVE)
Owen Thiele hasn’t been on dating apps recently. For good reason. He and his boyfriend, celebrity stylist Jared Ellner, have been together for 10 years. But that doesn’t mean he can’t help friends find love. Thiele stars in a new ad campaign for Tinder’s Group Hangouts, which
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau to Star in ‘Black Tapes’ Series at MGM+ Based on Horror Podcast
MGM+ has greenlit the horror investigation series “The Black Tapes,” with “Game of Thrones” alum Nikolaj Coster-Waldau attached to star in the lead role. The eight-episode series is based on the hit podcast of the same name created by Terry Miles and Paul Bae, which originally
Ava DuVernay Defends Using AI in New Doc ’14th’
The director wants audiences to “make their decisions about how they feel” about the technology, which is used to bring to life some archival photos in the film.
Kenny MacPherson, Big Deal Publishing Co-Founder and Former Hipgnosis CEO, Dies at 71
Kenny MacPherson, a veteran publishing executive and artist manager who co-founded Big Deal Music Group, was formerly CEO of Hipgnosis Songs Group and worked with such acts as Radiohead, Supertramp, Ray LaMontagne, My Morning Jacket, the Blue Nile, St. Vincent and others, died
Serielizados Takeaways: From HBO Max-3CAT New Show ‘The Orphans’ to ‘This is Not Finland,’ Catalonia Shows the Way to Quality Content and Partnerships
Serielizados Pro, the industry segment of the fast-expanding series festival Serielizados in Barcelona, had a mandate to “inspire, connect Catalan and Spanish producers, series creators with international players and get projects going,” as the event’s co-founder Victor Sala
Tricia Helfer Stars in Erotic Body Horror ‘Devour’ (Exclusive)
The ‘Battlestar Galactica’ and ‘Anna Pigeon’ actress nabs the lead in director Erica Orofino’s genre-bender also starring Georgia Bradner and Elizabeth Adams.
Elvis Presley’s Music Owners Sue Anthropic for Copyright Infringement, Demand Nearly $50 Million in Damages
A collection of stakeholders and music companies that control the rights to Elvis Presley’s music sued Anthropic for copyright infringement, telling a federal court the AI company prioritized a potential multitrillion-dollar stock opening over respecting the copyright of the
Robert Pattinson Praises Steven Soderbergh for Stepping in to Finish ‘Batman 2′ Filming After Matt Reeves’ Exit: ‘Completely Selfless’
Robert Pattinson recently told GamesRadar+ that he is looking forward to finishing production on “The Batman Part II” with Steven Soderbergh taking over principal photography from Matt Reeves, who exited production earlier this month due to a family matter. “I am so happy he’s
Juno Temple, Joey King and James McAvoy to Star in Sci-Fi Comedy Film ‘Almost You’ From ‘Ted Lasso’ Director Matt Lipsey (EXCLUSIVE)
Juno Temple (“Ted Lasso,” “Fargo”), Joey King (“We Were the Lucky Ones,” “The Act”) and James McAvoy (“The Last King of Scotland,” “Atonement”) are set to star in the upcoming — and somewhat timely — sci-fi AI comedy movie “Almost You.” The film, currently shooting in Glasgow,
