Berlin Film Festival Boss to Accept New Advisory Board and “Antisemitism Code of Conduct” (Report)
Tricia Tuttle came under fire following pro-Palestinian speeches by Berlinale award winners at this year's awards gala.
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Jimmy Kimmel Gifts Gavin Newsom His Own FIFA Peace Prize: ‘This Is Long Overdue’
The award was dubbed the 2026 FIFA Skydance Paramount Netflix Warner Bros Big Ass Lipton Cup O Peace
Demi Lovato Says It Was ‘Challenging’ Growing Up on Disney Channel Alongside Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez
The singer appeared on Keke Palmer's podcast to discuss her career and the difficulties of being a young star
Yash’s ‘Toxic’ Shifts to June Release Amid Middle East Uncertainty as ‘Dhurandar’ Sequel Sticks to March Date
The filmmakers behind “Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups” have revealed a revised release date, moving the production from its previously scheduled March 19 slot to June 4, citing ongoing regional instability in the Middle East. KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations made
Harry Styles Defies Expectations With the Slow-Burning but Satisfying ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.’: Album Review
Superstars don’t stay relevant by doing what people expect, or even what their fans necessarily want. Crowd-pleasing is a fast track to becoming a nostalgia act, where an artist is trapped in a loop of playing to type (i.e. the hits and only the hits) year after year. It’s not
Why Mayor Karen Bass Showed Up for Cinespace Studios’ Ribbon-Cutting and What It Means for Hollywood
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass doesn’t show up for the grand openings of many local businesses. But early Monday morning she trekked all the way out to the northwestern edge of the city, more than 25 miles from City Hall, to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremonies for Cinespace’s
Christian Bale Weighs in on “Bold Choice” to Make a New ‘American Psycho’: “All the Best to ‘Em”
The original Patrick Bateman gave his thoughts on Luca Guadagnino's new adaptation while premiering his latest film 'The Bride!' on Tuesday.
Maria O’Brien, ‘Protocol’ and ‘Matlock’ Actress, Dies at 75
O'Brien also worked as an acting coach on 'Days of Our Lives' for 15 years.
LIV Golf Hong Kong 2026: How to Watch the Golf Tournament Live Online for Free
With the first tournament in East Asia of the season, the 2026 LIV Golf Hong Kong tees off starting on Thursday, Mar. 4 and goes until Sunday, Mar. 8 at Hong Kong Golf Club in Fanling, Hong Kong. In just its third year of play in Hong Kong, the pro golf season extends
Why ‘The Bride!’ Director Maggie Gyllenhaal Says Warner Bros. Asked Her to Cut Some Violence From Film: “It’s Just Too Much”
The film, starring Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale, hits theaters March 6.
Maria O’Brien, ‘Days of Our Lives’ Acting Coach and Actor, Dies at 75
Maria O’Brien, an acting coach and actor known for roles in films including 1975’s “Smile” and 1984’s “Protocol” and numerous TV appearances in the 1980s and ’90s, died on Feb. 24. She was 75. Over the course of her six-decade career, O’Brien graced screens small and large,
Dropout’s Sam Reich on ‘Copaganda’ Backlash to ‘The Rookie’ Appearance, No Plans to Incorporate Crossover Into ‘Game Changer’ Episode
Longtime fans of Dropout (formerly known as CollegeHumor) would say that to call the comedy streaming service a liberal-leaning platform is an understatement. That’s why some viewers were taken aback when Dropout announced cast members from its game show “Game Changer” would be
Banijay’s Marco Bassetti and Jeff Zucker on the Surprise All3Media Merger That Puts ‘The Traitors,’ ‘MasterChef’ and ‘Peaky Blinders’ Under the Same Roof
Jeff Zucker and Marco Bassetti had their eyes on the same prize two years ago. Now they get to run it together. Zucker’s RedBird IMI and Banijay have struck a deal valued at $8 billion to merge All3Media with Banijay, which is headed by Bassetti as CEO. The transaction will
NBC Sports’ Maria Taylor on Making History at the Super Bowl, Hosting the Olympics and What She Learned Producing ‘Black Quarterback’ Docuseries
Last month, NBC sportscaster Maria Taylor made history as the first Black woman to host the Super Bowl pregame show and hand out the Lombardi trophy after the game. Taylor shared the celebration stage with Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald, a fellow alum of both the
‘Scrubs’ Reboot Premieres With 11.4 Million Viewers in Five Days
“Scrubs” returned to ABC after 16 years last week, and it seems that much of its old audience has come back too. The first episode of the reboot hit 11.4 million viewers in the five days following its premiere. That total comes from a combination of Nielsen’s measurement of
David Zaslav Sells $114 Million Worth of Warner Bros. Discovery Stock After WBD Clinches Paramount Skydance Deal
David Zaslav, president and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, filed to sell just over $114 million worth of stock in the company. His sale of the shares comes less than a week after WBD clinched a deal to sell itself to Paramount Skydance for $31 per share, after Netflix walked
‘Yellowstone’ Spinoff ‘Marshals’ Premieres With 9.5 Million Viewers on CBS
“Marshals,” the new “Yellowstone” spinoff series on CBS, had a strong premiere on Sunday night. Per Nielsen, the first episode reached an average of 9.5 million viewers. That total marks the largest audience for a scripted broadcast series premiere in more than seven years,
‘Scary Movie’ Shifts Release to Early June, Will Now Open Opposite ‘Masters of the Universe’
"I'm really excited about coming early," Marlon Wayans quipped about the sixth film in the comedy franchise.
‘The View’ Guest Host Elisabeth Hasselbeck Lashes Out at Megyn Kelly, Claiming She Disrespected American Troops: ‘How Dare You’
Elisabeth Hasselbeck’s return to “The View” as a guest host has further exposed rifts in the conservative media landscape, as she excoriated fellow Fox News alumna Megyn Kelly of disrespecting American troops. Appearing as a guest panelist on the chat show this week, Hasselbeck
Maggie Gyllenhaal Says ‘The Bride’ Test Screenings Criticized Film’s Sexual Violence and Warner Bros. Boss Told Her ‘You Can’t Have Frankenstein Lick Black Vomit Off the Bride’s Neck’
Maggie Gyllenhaal joined The New York Times’ “The Interview” podcast to discuss her latest directorial effort, “The Bride” and revealed how the studio test screening process took her to task over the movie’s depiction of violence and sexual violence. Gyllenhaal wrote and
Harry Styles’ Running Essentials? Nike Revolutions and Oakley Sunglasses, Apparently
Harry Styles: musician, actor, business founder and… marathoner? During his time away from the spotlight, the hearthrob singer ran both the Tokyo and Berlin marathons at an impressive sub-three-hour pace — during which eagle-eyed fans (and The New York Times) were quick to
Movie Theater Chain iPic Files for Bankruptcy
iPic Theaters, a cinema chain that specializes in dine-in service, has filed for bankruptcy protection for a second time. The company is pursuing a sale through Chapter 11 in Florida federal court as it grapples with lighter release schedules and declining ticket sales. iPic
LISTEN: It’s HBO: What Will the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Mean for TV’s Premium Pioneer?
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety’s Michael Schneider examines the questions swirling around HBO as the storied brand braces for Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Casey Bloys and Co. are waiting on word of how the premium TV pioneer will
‘Paradise’ Star Jon Beavers Joins Emily Deschanel in Criminal Profiler Pilot at NBC, Jennifer Morrison to Direct
Jon Beavers has joined the cast of NBC’s drama pilot that hails from Dean Georgaris and John Fox, Variety has confirmed. In addition, Jennifer Morrison has come onboard to direct. Beavers joins previously announced series lead Emily Deschanel and fellow cast member An-Li Bogan
‘Bridgerton’ Season 4 Hits 28 Million Views After Part 2 Drops
Season 4 of “Bridgerton” returned to the No. 1 position on the Netflix Top 10 after the release of its final four episodes, hitting 28 million views. With batched releases like “Bridgerton,” Netflix combines all views of a single season into one total, meaning a viewership
Apple TV Sets First Look Deal With ‘Imperfect Women’ Creator Annie Weisman
Apple TV has set a first look deal with Annie Weisman, creator and showrunner of “Physical” and “Imperfect Women.” “Imperfect Women” premieres on March 18 and stars Elisabeth Moss, Kerry Washington and Kate Mara as a group of friends whose decades-long relationship is shattered
Amazon Is Shutting Down the Wondery Podcast App and Wondery+
Amazon is pulling the plug on the Wondery dedicated podcast app and Wondery+ subscription service. Customer notices posted Tuesday to the Wondery site said, “Wondery+ is ending in the coming months. Both the Wondery app and Wondery+ subscription service will no longer be
Charli xcx, Rüfüs Du Sol, the Strokes to Headline Outside Lands 2026
Charli xcx, Rufus Du Sol and the Strokes have been tapped to headline Outside Lands in San Francisco, taking place on August 7-9. The 18th annual event, which will take place at Golden Gate Park, features a robust lineup that also includes the xx, Baby Keem, Turnstyle, Djo,
Fifth Season, Mary Lisio to Launch Non-Scripted Production Banner Quite Contrary Pictures
Fifth Season has announced the launch of Quite Contrary Pictures, a new non-scripted and documentary production banner headed by Emmy-winning executive Mary Lisio. Quite Contrary Pictures will serve as the new home for all of Fifth Season’s non-scripted works. Lisio will serve
Liza Minnelli Fan? You’ll Want to Get Your Hands On a Signed Copy of Her New Memoir
Calling all Liza fans! Barnes & Nobles is currently selling signed copies of Liza Minnelli’s new memoir, in limited quantities. The new release is, unsurprisingly, flying off the shelves — so you’ll want to act fast. The global icon and EGOT winner finally tells her own story
Netflix Sets ‘Squid Game: The VIP Challenge’ With Dylan Efron, Tristan Thompson, Mel B and More
“Squid Game” is giving celebrities the green light with a new installment of the reality competition spinoff, titled “The VIP Challenge.” In the new iteration, “eight VIPs will step into the high stakes game and put their wit, strategy and skillset to the ultimate test,”
‘Suddenly Amish’ Mentor James Is TV’s Best Villain: Breaking Down His Wildest Moments, From Chasing a Contestant With an Ax to Cuddling His Cousin
TLC’s newest show about an insular religious community, “Suddenly Amish,” has almost wrapped its eight-episode first season, and despite the conservative reputation of the religious sect, it stars a churchgoing diva named James who delivers more drama than a whole season of
‘Little House on the Prairie’ Reboot Sets Release Date, Netflix Renews Show for Season 2
Netflix has set an official premiere date for its “Little House on the Prairie” series, with the streamer also announcing the show has already been renewed for Season 2. The new “Little House on the Prairie,” based on the beloved Laura Ingalls Wilder book series, will launch on
Ryan Gosling’s ‘Project Hail Mary’ Interview Takes Wild Turn After Reporter Gets Stranded on the Side of the Road: ‘Do You Have Help on the Way? Do You Have Water?’
Ryan Gosling’s press junket for “Project Hail Mary” took a wildly unexpected turn after reporter Jake Hamilton was forced to interview the Oscar nominee on video while stranded on the side of the road. Hamilton, who publishes video interviews on his “Jake’s Takes” YouTube page,
‘If I Go Will They Miss Me’ Sells in High Six-Figure Deal Following Sundance Film Festival Debut (EXCLUSIVE)
“If I Go Will They Miss Me,” a coming-of-age drama that premiered at Sundance Film Festival, has landed at indie distributor Rich Spirit. The nearly $1 million deal includes U.S. rights and select international territories. A fall theatrical release is being planned. Walter
Alan Cumming, Bowen Yang Help Launch Necessary Foundation to Support LGBTQ Filmmakers
"There is, in this moment, enormous political pressure to delete queer people from American media, and that includes young filmmakers who are being shut out of the industry,” said executive director Adam Goldman. “Now it's time to push back."
Andrew Gunn, Producer Behind Disney Hits ‘Freaky Friday,’ ‘Sky High,’ Dies at 58
As a young producer, Gunn worked on an enviable list of big budget studio comedies and family movies.
Damon Whiteside to Step Down as CEO of the Academy of Country Music After Six Years
Damon Whiteside, CEO of the Academy of Country Music, will step down in June after six years at the organization’s helm, the ACM announced Tuesday. The announcement stated that Whiteside will remain in his role through June 30, then serve as CEO Emeritus for the remainder of
Steven Soderbergh’s ‘The Christophers,’ Maude Apatow’s ‘Poetic License’ and More Unspool at Sonoma Film Festival
Maude Apatow’s directorial debut, “Poetic License,” kicks off the 29th Sonoma Intl. Film Festival, with Steven Soderbergh’s “The Christophers,” starring Ian McKellen, set for a centerpiece screening. The festival, which runs March 25-29 in the heart of California wine country,
Film Festival Chiefs, Including Thierry Frémaux, Rally to the Defense of Berlinale Boss Tricia Tuttle as Her Future Hangs in the Balance
Film festival chiefs from around the world have signed a joint statement in support of Berlin Film Festival boss Tricia Tuttle, whose future will be debated at a meeting of its governing body tomorrow in Berlin. Among the signatories are the heads of Cannes, Toronto, Sundance,
‘Life Is Strange’ TV Series Casts Maisy Stella, Tatum Grace Hopkins as Chloe and Max (EXCLUSIVE)
The “Life Is Strange” series adaptation at Amazon Prime Video has found its two leads. Variety has learned exclusively that Maisy Stella and Tatum Grace Hopkins have been cast in the roles of Chloe and Max, respectively. The show was first reported to be set up at Prime Video
This Retailer Chose to Make an Indie Western With Michael Shannon, Sissy Spacek Over Another Bunch of Commercials
When it comes to making commercials, Western-wear manufacturer Tecovas is going cowboy. Rather than spend its marketing budget crafting only the usual series of traditional 30- or 60-second video ads, the direct-to-consumer company decided to fulfill some bigger ambitions.
Ruby Modine, Cody Saintgnue, James Paxton and More Join Indie Drama ‘Sicklerville’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Upcoming independent coming-of-age drama “Sicklerville” has announced its ensemble cast. Ruby Modine (“Happy Death Day”), Cody Saintgnue (“Teen Wolf”), James Paxton (“Last Train to Fortune”), Timothy Griffin Allan (“I Saw the TV Glow”), David Anders (“iZombie”), Bailey Denmark,
Berlinale’s Tricia Tuttle Backed By 32 Global Film Festival Bosses in Open Letter: “Supporting Freedom of Expression Has Never Been More Important”
Film festival bosses from Cannes, Toronto, Telluride, San Sebastian, Tokyo, London and Locarno signed the letter, sent to press on Tuesday.
Harry Styles Gets Honest About His Struggles With Fame, and Making Electronic Music for New Album: ‘I Wanted It to Feel Like We’re in This Music Together’
A guest interview with legendary Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami as a cover story in Runners World is probably not the big media return that Harry Styles’ fans were expecting, but for all his popularity, the singer does know how to keep fans guessing. Yet as one might
‘The Alabama Solution’ Directors on Why Their Oscar-Nominated Film Is a Timely “Study of Complicity”
Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte Kaufman also share how viewers can become even more educated about America's prison systems after watching the documentary.
Paramount Skydance Debt Downgraded to Junk Status by Fitch Ratings Following Warner Bros. Discovery Deal
With its mammoth deal for Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount Skydance is set to amass a ton of new debt and it faces a number of other financial risks. Now one of Wall Street’s big credit-rating agencies has downgraded Paramount’s debt to junk status and cut its issuer default
‘Heated Rivalry’ Star François Arnaud’s New Ugg Clogs Are His Travel (And Paris Fashion Week) Essential
Paris Fashion Week may be a stomping ground for luxury brands but François Arnaud is stomping through the City of Fashion in a trusty pair of Ugg clogs. Over the weekend, Arnaud was spotted arriving at LAX, on his way to Paris, in a pair of Ugg’s new Otzo Clogs in Dark
‘Game of Thrones’ Movie Officially in the Works at Warner Bros. From ‘Andor’ Writer
The Warner Bros. project is the story of Aegon's Conquest, which is also in early development as a series at HBO.
‘Game of Thrones’ Movie in the Works at Warner Bros. From ‘Andor’ Writer
Winter is coming to the big screen. A “Game of Throne” movie is in the works at Warner Bros. from “House of Cards” showrunner and “Andor” writer Beau Willimon. He already submitted a draft, according to Page Six Hollywood, which broke the news of the project. A director hasn’t
