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May 13, 2026
‘Off Campus’ Boss and Star Ella Bright Break Down Dean and Allie’s Surprise Role in Season 1, Changes From the Book and [SPOILER]’s Shocking Introduction
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from Season 1 of “Off Campus” now streaming on Prime Video. “Off Campus” — adapted by creator Louisa Levy — arrives on Prime Video with one of the most p...
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May 12, 2026
‘Off Campus’ Star Ella Bright on Her Attention-Getting Role as Hannah Wells and the Post-‘Heated Rivalry’ Hockey Romance Takeover
Since the TV adaptation of Elle Kennedy’s “Off Campus” novels was announced in 2024, fans of the massively popular book series have been wondering: Who is going to play Hannah Wells? The answer is ...
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May 12, 2026
Delroy Lindo to Be Honored at 2026 Legal Defense Fund National Equal Justice Awards Dinner Hosted by Leslie Odom Jr. (EXCLUSIVE)
The Legal Defense Fund will honor Delroy Lindo, Gabrielle Kirk McDonald and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at its 38th National Equal Justice Awards Dinner on May 14 in New York City. The annual ...
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May 12, 2026
Laika and The Gotham Film & Media Institute Reveal Inaugural Fellows for Animation Accelerator Program (EXCLUSIVE)
The Gotham Film & Media Institute and Laika have unveiled the inaugural fellows for the Laika x Gotham Animation Accelerator, a new initiative supporting early to mid-career animation creators ...
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May 11, 2026
Dhar Mann Launches ‘What Happens Next’ Podcast With Jameela Jamil and Anderson .Paak Among Guests (EXCLUSIVE)
Dhar Mann Studios is expanding its content slate with the launch of its first original podcast, “What Happens Next,” hosted by Dhar Mann. Premiering May 18, the weekly series marks a significant pu...
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May 10, 2026
Martin Short Says Daughter Katherine’s Death Has Been a ‘Nightmare for the Family’: She ‘Fought For a Long Time With Extreme Mental Health’
Martin Short has spoken out following the death of his daughter, Katherine Short, who died in February. She was 42. “It’s been a nightmare for the family,” Short told CBS Sunday Morning of Katherin...
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May 8, 2026
Owen Hunt Has Left ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ — Here Are 7 of His Worst Moments
After 18 seasons, Dr. Owen Hunt is finally leaving Grey Sloan Memorial, and honestly, the hospital will probably be fine. Kevin McKidd, who joined “Grey’s Anatomy” in Season 5 in 2008, departed the...
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May 8, 2026
Matt Reeves Reveals Snowy First Look at ‘The Batman: Part 2’ Batmobile
The Dark Knight’s wheels are getting a winter upgrade. Matt Reeves dropped what appears to be the first official look at production on “The Batman: Part 2” Thursday, posting a photo on X of what he...
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May 6, 2026
Hudson Williams, Yerin Ha and More on Variety and Gold House 8 APIs Up Next in Entertainment List
Variety has announced its 2026 list of 8 API Up Next in Entertainment. The annual list curated in collaboration with Gold House celebrates Asian Pacific Islanders across entertainment and highlight...
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May 6, 2026
‘Call of Duty’ Launches Military Appreciation Month Campaign With New In-Game Pack (Gaming News Roundup)
Microsoft’s Activision is marking Military Appreciation Month with a new initiative tied to the Call of Duty Endowment, including fresh in-game content and expanded efforts to support veteran emplo...
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May 5, 2026
Strand Releasing Acquires North American Rights to Yuriko Gamo Romer’s Baseball Documentary ‘Diamond Diplomacy’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Strand Releasing has acquired all North American rights to “Diamond Diplomacy,” a documentary directed by Yuriko Gamo Romer that explores the cultural and historical ties between the United States ...
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May 5, 2026
Brooklyn Film Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup Featuring 134 Films (EXCLUSIVE)
The Brooklyn Film Festival has set the lineup for its 29th edition, themed “The Invitation,” with 134 films, including 36 world premieres, set to screen from May 29 through June 7 across venues in ...
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May 5, 2026
‘The Four Seasons’ Unveils Season 2 Trailer (TV News Roundup)
Netflix has unveiled the official trailer and key art for Season 2 of “The Four Seasons,” setting a return date of May 28. The eight-episode sophomore season, with installments running approximatel...
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May 5, 2026
‘Fightland’ First Look: 50 Cent-Produced Boxing Crime Drama Sets July Release Date on Starz
Starz has set a July 31 premiere date for its new original drama “Fightland,” unveiling first-look images from the British-set boxing crime series executive produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. De...
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May 4, 2026
Protester Tackled to the Ground After Breaking Through Met Gala Entrance
Just as Heidi Klum was ascending the museum stairs, a protester breached the entrance to the Met Gala on Monday night in New York before being tackled by security, briefly rattling the star-studded...
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May 3, 2026
Connor Storrie Introduces Olivia Rodrigo as She Debuts New Song ‘Begged’ From Upcoming Album on SNL
“Heated Rivalry” star Connor Storrie introduced Olivia Rodrigo for her second performance on Saturday Night Live, where she debuted a new, unreleased song from her upcoming album. Rodrigo performed...
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May 2, 2026
Meryl Streep Praises Stanley Tucci For Having an ‘Elegance to His Heterosexuality’: ‘It Is Sometimes Harder for Straight Men’
Meryl Streep paid tribute to Stanley Tucci as he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, using the moment to reflect on both his career and their decades-long friendship. Tucci was honored a...
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May 2, 2026
Adam Scott Auditioned for ‘Hellraiser 6’ Despite Being Killed Off in ‘Hellraiser 4’: ‘Screw It. Maybe They Won’t Notice’
Adam Scott once attempted an unlikely return to the “Hellraiser” franchise, even after his character was killed off. During a recent appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, where he was promotin...
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May 1, 2026
Meryl Streep Says ‘We Tend to Marvel-ize the Movies Now’ and ‘It’s So Boring’
Meryl Streep is weighing in on the state of modern filmmaking, arguing that the dominance of superhero storytelling has led to less nuanced character work across the industry. As Miranda Priestly p...
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April 30, 2026
Gidi Dar’s ‘The Wedding Entertainer’ Sales Rights Acquired by Film Sales Company Ahead of Tribeca Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
The Film Sales Company has acquired worldwide rights to “The Wedding Entertainer (The Tale of Moishe Badhan),” the latest feature from director Gidi Dar, ahead of its world premiere at the Tribeca ...
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April 29, 2026
‘The Walking Dead: Aftermath’ Free-to-Play Roguelite Game Launching From AMC, Ares Interactive (Gaming News Roundup)
Ares Interactive and AMC Networks have unveiled “The Walking Dead: Aftermath,” a new free-to-play roguelite set in the world of “The Walking Dead.” The game is slated to launch this summer on iOS a...
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April 28, 2026
Greta Lee and Wagner Moura-Starring Sci-Fi Thriller ‘The Last House’ Gets August Release on Netflix – Film News in Brief
Greta Lee and Wagner Moura star in the new sci-fi thriller “The Last House,” which set to premiere on Netflix on August 6. Directed by Louis Leterrier (“Now You See Me”), “The Last House” follows a...
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April 28, 2026
Cinespia Marks 25th Season With ‘E.T.,’ ‘Moulin Rouge!’ and ‘Mulholland Drive’ at Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Cinespia will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2026 with a new slate of classic film screenings, kicking off the summer season at Hollywood Forever Cemetery with titles including “E.T. the Extra-T...
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April 27, 2026
Inside the Company Behind ‘Good Mythical Morning’: How Rhett and Link Built One of the Creator Economy’s Most Durable Businesses
Mythical, the company behind the “Good Mythical Morning” YouTube series, just celebrated its flagship show’s 3,000th episode. In an industry where creator longevity is perpetually in question, COO ...
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April 25, 2026
Cyndi Lauper Claps Back at Heckler During Vegas Residency Debut: ‘If You’re Trying to Shade Me Bitch, I’m Gonna Come for You’
Cyndi Lauper didn’t hold back when a heckler interrupted her opening night in Las Vegas, firing back mid-show with an expletive-laced response that quickly drew cheers from the crowd. The moment un...
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April 25, 2026
Donnie Wahlberg Says He Offered CBS Half of His Paycheck to Film ‘Boston Blue’ in Boston: ‘It’s So Expensive’
Donnie Wahlberg says he went as far as offering up a significant portion of his paycheck in an effort to film “Boston Blue” in his hometown, but the economics of television production ultimately wo...
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April 24, 2026
‘Wuthering Heights’ Sets HBO Max Release Date
Warner Bros.’ adaptation of Emily Brontë’s classic novel, “Wuthering Heights,” will stream on HBO Max beginning May 1. The film makes its debut on HBO linear on May 2 at 8 p.m. ET. An American Sign...
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April 23, 2026
Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit Takeaways: How to Market at the Speed of AI, Work With Creators and Make Campaigns Authentic Because ‘Fans Are Smart, It Has to Feel Real’
Variety’s Entertainment Marketing Summit in Los Angeles, presented by Deloitte, brought together the most influential marketers, creatives and brand leaders who are shaping the future of entertainm...
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April 22, 2026
Mediterrane Film Festival 2026 Returns to Malta With Expanded Program
The Mediterrane Film Festival will return for its fourth edition from June 21–28, expanding across Valletta and several of Malta’s landmark locations. Organized by the Malta Film Commission, the fe...
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April 22, 2026
‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Trailer: The ‘Looney Tunes’ Movie Finally Comes to Theaters Years After Warner Bros. Axed Its Release
The trailer for “Coyote vs. Acme” has been released, offering a first look at the long-delayed live-action/animation hybrid ahead of its theatrical debut Aug. 28. Directed by Dave Green, the film f...
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