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September 2, 2026
George Clooney Calls Out ‘Authoritarians’ and ‘People Who Peddle in Fear’ in Moving Venice Golden Lion Speech: They’re ‘Never the Heroes in History’
George Clooney delivered a moving speech about the power of art in times of political turmoil at Venice Film Festival on Wednesday night, saying: “Stories are always dangerous to people who peddle ...
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August 31, 2026
Amelia Dimoldenberg Started ‘Chicken Shop Date’ at a London Youth Club. Now, She’s Giving Back Through Her Own Summer Academy
Amelia Dimoldenberg knows firsthand the impact a youth club can have. In fact, if she didn’t attend one 16 years ago, “Chicken Shop Date” — her viral celebrity talk show that has amassed her nearly...
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August 28, 2026
Edinburgh TV Festival Takeaways: YouTube’s Rise, Commissioning Landscape and Move to Manchester
This year’s Edinburgh TV Festival was one of the buzziest, a somewhat ironic fact given it’s also the last. From next year the TV festival, which first originated in the Scottish city fifty years a...
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August 28, 2026
Nicola Coughlan, Matt Lucas, Hugh Bonneville and More Back Campaign Against AI Voice Cloning: ‘An Existential Threat to Our Entire Industry’
Nicola Coughlan, Matt Lucas and Hugh Bonneville are among the high-profile names backing a new campaign against AI voice cloning. Titled “Save Our Voices Now,” the initiative calls for greater prot...
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August 27, 2026
‘Nanny McPhee’ Musical Written by Emma Thompson to Open in London Next Summer
“Nanny McPhee” is coming to the West End. A new musical based on the character and penned by Emma Thompson — who starred in and wrote the screenplay for the beloved 2005 film and its sequel — is se...
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August 26, 2026
Rupert Grint to Reprise Ron Weasley Role in ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ on Broadway
Rupert Grint is reprising his iconic role as Ron Weasley after 15 years. The actor, who starred in all eight “Harry Potter” movies from 2001 to 2011, is set to join the cast of “Harry Potter and th...
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August 26, 2026
‘Love Island’ and ‘The Traitors’ Star Maura Higgins to Host ‘Blind Date’ on Disney+
“Love Island” and “The Traitors” star Maura Higgins has a new gig: hosting Disney+’s upcoming reality series “Blind Date.” The iconic British dating show, which ran from 1985 to 2003, is being reva...
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August 26, 2026
‘Tommy & Tuppence’ Trailer: Antonia Thomas and Josh Dylan Solve Mysteries and Fall in Love in Modern Agatha Christie Series (EXCLUSIVE)
BritBox has unveiled the official trailer for “Agatha Christie’s Tommy & Tuppence,” a modern take on the beloved detective duo starring Antonia Thomas and Josh Dylan. The six-part series is the...
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August 26, 2026
‘Alice and Steve’ Renewed for Season 2 at Disney+ and Hulu
“Alice and Steve” has been picked up for a second season at Disney+ and Hulu. The comedy — which airs on Disney+ in the U.K. and Ireland and on Disney+ and Hulu in the U.S. — follows Alice (Nicola ...
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August 26, 2026
‘Under Salt Marsh’ Renewed for Season 2 With Rafe Spall Returning
“Under Salt Marsh” is returning for a second season at Sky. The crime drama has been greenlit for an “as-yet-untitled second chapter” with Rafe Spall reprising his role as Detective Eric Bull, Sky ...
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August 25, 2026
George Clooney, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Alexandre Desplat and More Set for Finch & Partners and CAA’s ‘Future of Creativity’ Forum in Venice
George Clooney, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Alexandre Desplat and more are set to take part in an inaugural forum themed around creativity in Venice next month, held alongside the film festival. Presented b...
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August 25, 2026
Hannah Einbinder Defends Mark Ruffalo After Paramount Calls His Merger Attack ‘Antisemitic’: ‘Those of Us With a Platform Need to Use Our Voices’
“Hacks” star Hannah Einbinder has come to the defense of Mark Ruffalo after Paramount accused him of invoking “antisemitic tropes” when criticizing the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. It all kicked ...
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August 25, 2026
George Clooney, Ellen Burstyn, Luca Guadagnino and More Set for Venice Masterclasses
Venice Film Festival has revealed the lineup for this year’s masterclasses, featuring George Clooney, Ellen Burstyn, Luca Guadagnino and more. The masterclasses will once again take place at the Li...
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August 24, 2026
Kit Harington Joins ‘Harry Potter’ Season 2 as Gilderoy Lockhart, Replacing Nicholas Hoult
Kit Harington will now play Gilderoy Lockhart in Season 2 of HBO’s “Harry Potter” series, replacing Nicholas Hoult, who exited the production due to scheduling conflicts. The “Game of Thrones” star...
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August 24, 2026
Reggie Watts’ Theme Song Axed From ‘Comedy Bang Bang’ Podcast After Report Alleging ‘Reckless’ Drug Use in Relationships
Reggie Watts’ “Comedy Bang Bang” theme song was cut from Monday’s episode of the popular podcast following a Rolling Stone report that alleged the comedian and musician has exhibited “reckless and ...
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August 24, 2026
Venice Adds ‘Naza,’ Documentary From ‘No Other Land’ Directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, to Competition
The Venice Film Festival has made a last-minute addition to its competition lineup: “Naza,” a new documentary from “No Other Land” directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor. The doc, which was shot a...
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August 21, 2026
Edward Bluemel Suits Up as Detective Poirot in First Look at BBC and BritBox Series ‘Hercule’
Edward Bluemel has suited up as famed Agatha Christie detective Hercule Poirot in a first look at the upcoming BBC and BritBox series “Hercule.” The six-part show, which is shooting now in Liverpoo...
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August 21, 2026
Meghan Markle Eyes Acting Return After Move Back to the U.K.
Meghan Markle is eyeing a return to the screen as she and Prince Harry move back to the U.K., Variety has confirmed. Following the shock announcement on Wednesday that the Duke and Duchess of Susse...
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August 20, 2026
What Does Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Move Back to the U.K. Mean for the Royal Family?
The Sussexes are coming home. In a shock announcement on Wednesday, it was revealed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are moving back to the U.K. for an “extended period” with their two young chi...
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August 19, 2026
Catherine Zeta-Jones Thriller Series ‘Kill Jackie’ Sets October Release Date on Prime Video
Catherine Zeta-Jones’ highly anticipated thriller series, “Kill Jackie,” has set a premiere date on Prime Video. The Fremantle and Steel Springs Pictures production will release all eight episodes ...
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August 18, 2026
Olivia Colman Joins ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 6
Olivia Colman has joined the London-set sixth season of “Only Murders in the Building.” The Oscar winner was revealed as the Hulu series’ latest guest star in a video posted on its Instagram accoun...
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August 18, 2026
‘Ice Princess’ Director Remembers Stars Hayden Panettiere and Michelle Trachtenberg as an ‘Amazing Pair’: ‘Two Shining Talents, Gone Far Too Soon’
“Ice Princess” director Tim Fywell has penned a sweet tribute to the two stars of his beloved 2005 ice skating movie, Hayden Panettiere and Michelle Trachtenberg, following Panettiere’s death on Su...
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August 18, 2026
Hayden Panettiere’s Ex Wladimir Klitschko Remembers Her ‘Immense Talent While Also Facing the Darker Sides’ of the Industry: ‘She Left This World Far Too Soon’
Hayden Panettiere’s ex Wladimir Klitschko, who is the father of her 11-year-old daughter Kaya, is mourning the actress following her death on Sunday at the age of 36. In an Instagram post late Mond...
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August 17, 2026
Øya Festival 2026: The 10 Best Sets We Saw, From the Cure to Geese to Lily Allen
Not many festival lineups are as stacked — and sonically diverse — as Øyafestivalen in Oslo, Norway. Over four days at Tøyen Park in the center of the city, there was truly something for everyone. ...
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August 17, 2026
Hayden Panettiere’s Death: No Signs of ‘Foul Play or Suspicious Circumstances,’ Police Say
Hayden Panettiere’s death is under investigation, but there were “not any signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances,” according to police. The “Scream” and “Heroes” star died on Sunday in Gree...
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August 13, 2026
The Cure Plays the Hits — and Robert Smith Tears Up at ‘Just Like Heaven’ — in Nostalgic, Whimsical Øyafestivalen Set: Concert Review
For the first five minutes of the Cure’s headlining set at Øyafestivalen in Oslo, Norway, Robert Smith stared out at the packed crowd and smiled. As the band played the long, atmospheric introducti...
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August 11, 2026
Ari Emanuel’s Mari Acquires ATG Entertainment, Theater Owner Behind ‘Wicked’ and ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Productions
Mari, Ari Emanuel’s global events and experiences company, has agreed to acquire U.K.-based theater giant ATG Entertainment from Providence Equity Partners in a multibillion-dollar deal. ATG operat...
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August 11, 2026
Rosario Dawson Says Her ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Cameo ‘Got Cut Out’ and Her Mom Told Her ‘That Sucks’: ‘I Hope I Get to Be Claire Again’
Rosario Dawson has revealed that she filmed a cameo in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” but it “got cut out.” In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Dawson plays Claire Temple, a nurse who treats injured su...
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August 10, 2026
‘Harry Potter’ Series Star Bel Powley Says ‘I Strongly Disagree With J.K. Rowling’s Views on Gender’: ‘The Trans Community Deserve Safety and Dignity’
“Harry Potter” series star Bel Powley has spoken out about author J.K. Rowling’s controversial views on gender, saying she “strongly disagrees” with them. Powley is playing Petunia Dursley in HBO’s...
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August 10, 2026
Brad Pitt Says AI Could Help More ‘Mid-Budget Films’ Get Made if It’s ‘Used as a Tool’: ‘Gonna Be a Very Interesting Experiment’
Brad Pitt is keeping an open mind about AI use in movies, saying that it could actually help more mid-budget projects get made. The Oscar-winning actor was asked his thoughts on the topic in a new ...
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