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James Norton 'relieved' not to be in James Bond consideration
James Norton is "relieved" he's now seen as too old to play James Bond because he had a "mixed bag" of feelings about the role.
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Locarno Sets 2026 Competition Juries
Belgian filmmaker Fabrice Du Welz will lead the Concorso Internazionale jury at this year’s Locarno Film Festival. He will be joined by Italian producer Marco Alessi, French actress Lolita Chammah; Chilean actress Paulina García; and Olivier Père, former General Delegate of the Quinzaine des cinéastes and Artistic Director of the Locarno Film Festival, now Executive …
Deadline
- Entertainment
Alternativa Distribution Launches To Bring Global South Films To TV & Streaming; Slate Includes Cannes Titles ‘A Poet’ & ‘If Only I Could Hibernate’
EXCLUSIVE: Alternativa has launched a distribution arm that will sell impact-driven films to broadcasters and streamers. Alternativa Distribution will be run by former yesDocu and TikTok exec Avital Lavi. It goes out of the gate with a ten-movie slate including Zoljargal Purevdash’s If Only I Could Hibernate, which played in the Un Certain Regard section …
- News
U.K. Government Proposes Social Media Curfew for Older Teens Alongside Under-16 Ban
The U.K. government has proposed a social media curfew for older teenagers alongside its pending ban for those under 16. According to the BBC, 16 and 17-year-olds could face apps such as Instagram, TikTok and YouTube being unavailable to access by default between the hours of midnight and 6 a.m. However, they would be able …
Variety
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Locarno Winner Nelson Yeo’s ‘The House on the Moon’ Boards Parallax Films for Worldwide Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Parallax Films has come aboard “The House on the Moon,” the Singapore wuxia science-fiction feature set to world-premiere in international competition at the 79th Locarno Film Festival, as worldwide sales agent. The company holds exclusive rights across most international territories. German-speaking territories, Taiwan and Singapore are excluded from that exclusivity, while Parallax also holds non-exclusive …
- Entertainment
CJ ENM’s Mnet & Universal Music Group’s Republic Partner To Launch Global Girl Group
Mnet, the music entertainment channel owned by Korea’s CJ ENM, is partnering with Universal Music Group’s Republic Collective on an initiative to produce and launch a global K-pop girl group. Under the partnership, Republic will collaborate across the full scope of the project, dubbed Girls Planet 2027, from production through to the debut group’s U.S. …
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ITV, Jeff Pope & Lauren Cowell Teaming On “Devastating” Drama About Social Media’s Impact On Kids
EXCLUSIVE: ITV and Oscar-nominee Jeff Pope are teaming on a drama examining the devastating impact of social media on children, an idea that came to the broadcaster from Simon Cowell’s partner Lauren Cowell. The as-yet-untitled series will follow the story of multiple families and campaigners including Ellen Roome, who believes that the tragic death of …
- Entertainment
‘Colin From Accounts’ Ending With Season 3, Confirm Harriet Dyer & Patrick Brammall; Final Launch Date Set
The upcoming third season of beloved Australian comedy Colin From Accounts will be last, the show’s stars have confirmed. Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall, who play a mismatched Sydney couple who adopt an injured dog, made the announcement alongside production house Easy Tiger and streamer Binge. The news came as Binge revealed a July 27 …
- Entertainment
Locarno Competition Title ‘Hearing’ Lands at Heretic for World Sales, Unveils Clip (EXCLUSIVE)
Heretic has taken on world sales for “Hearing” (“Thính Giác”), the second feature from Vietnamese director Lê Bảo, which is set to screen in the International Competition at the Locarno Film Festival. Written and directed by Lê Bảo, “Hearing” centers on Ninh, a mechanic whose job installing decibel meters in public spaces and private homes …
- News
UK Government Unveils Plan For Midnight Social Media Curfew For Older Teens
Plans have been unveiled for a first-of-its-kind overnight social media curfew for older teens in the UK. The news follows the full ban for under 16s that was announced last month, the second of its kind, following Australia. Today, the UK government said apps like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube will become unavailable by default to …
- Entertainment
MPA, APSA Reopen Film Fund for Asia Pacific Screenwriters – Global Bulletin
SCRIPT SUPPORT The Motion Picture Association and the Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA) have opened the 2026 MPA APSA Academy Film Fund, offering five $10,000 script development grants to filmmakers across the Asia Pacific region. The announcement came during MPA American Film Night in Bangkok, paired this year with MPA Thailand Success Stories at the …
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Toni Collette & Kit Harington Lead Cast For Audible Adaptation Of Agatha Christie Classic; Collette To Play Miss Marple
EXCLUSIVE: Oscar nominee Toni Collette (Hereditary) will play Miss Marple in the latest starry Audible Original, an adaptation of Agatha Christie’s classic mystery novel The Murder At The Vicarage, which is releasing globally on 13th August, 2026. Alongside Collette, Kit Harington (Game of Thrones) will play Reverend Leonard Clement. The audio drama will also feature Calam …
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Rhayuela’s Next Gen Takes Over
Prominent Colombian shingle Rhayuela, known for such memorable pics as Cannes 2015 Un Certain Regard title “Alias María,” “El Páramo” and “Rebellion,” is shuffling its leadership although its six original partners remain on board. Among them, Federico Duran has formed his own company, El Sol Ermitaño, but retains a stake in the 30-plus year old …
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Slasher Terror, Cartel Nightmares and a British Folk Monster Join Black Mandala’s New Horror Slate (EXCLUSIVE)
New Zealands’s Black Mandala has acquired five horror features for its international sales slate: “The Tree House,” “Babybacks,” “The Driftless,” “Saturnalia” and “The Shug,” spanning psychological terror, survival horror, Midwestern folklore, supernatural giallo and British creature horror. “The Tree House,” directed by Luis Calderón, is a Spanish slasher-thriller starring Goya Award nominee Sandra Escacena alongside …
- Entertainment
The Day She Returns review – another Hong Sang-soo round of slow, reflective boozing really hits the spot
No film-maker shows more day-drinking than Hong, and this study of an actor returning from a career break is the same again – as mysteriously addictive as ever
The Guardian
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5 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight reveals who finds Ross
New Emmerdale spoilers - Mack abandons Ross following his fall, and we finally learn more about Serena as Robert confronts her for keeping secrets.
Digital Spy
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10 huge Emmerdale spoilers for next week (20 to 24 July)
In next week's Emmerdale episodes, Charity unexpectedly meets another victim of Dr Todd as Mackenzie and Vanessa put a plan into action.
- Business
Paramount Skydance Agrees to Tie States’ Merger Antitrust Case With Prior Paramount+ Subscriber Lawsuit
Paramount Skydance agreed Tuesday to tie the antitrust merger case from 12 state attorneys general with a prior suit brought about by Paramount+ subscribers.
TheWrap - Entertainment
‘Comedy Invasion’ Alums Alisha Dhillon, Quentin Lee Reunite for Vertical Series ‘Unleeshed’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Comedian Alisha Dhillon and creator Quentin Lee, both alumni of the Canadian Screen Award-winning series “Comedy Invasion,” are reuniting to co-create the vertical series “Unleeshed,” set to broadcast worldwide on Asian American Movies (AAM.tv) for Thanksgiving 2026. Dhillon wrote and stars in the new series, which unfolds in the Los Angeles world of standup comedy …
- News
Paramount Skydance Agrees to Link Merger Antitrust Case to Pre-Existing Paramount+ Subscriber Suit
Paramount has agreed to a request from 12 states to link their federal antitrust case to a pre-existing suit brought by Paramount+ subscribers. The move means that the states’ challenge to the $111 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery will likely end up before Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin, a Biden appointee who is already handling the …
- Entertainment
Matt Damon Admits He Mistook ‘Odyssey’ Co-Star Tom Holland’s Costume Mishap for Heartfelt Acting Choice
Matt Damon admitted he mistook his co-star Tom Holland's wardrobe struggle as a heartfelt acting choice while they filmed "The Odyssey."
TheWrap - Entertainment
“Growing Pains” star shares terrifying story of almost being kidnapped from the set
Ashley Johnson played Chrissy Seaver from 1990 to 1992.
Entertainment Weekly
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9-day “Jeopardy” champ narrowly avoids defeat after flubbing ‘Final Jeopardy’
With a total of $240,500 in winnings thus far, law and policy student Caleb Groen has broken a record previously held by 31-game winner Jamie Ding.
- Celebrity
Tracee Ellis Ross says she was ‘not starstruck’ but ‘actually frightened’ by this celeb while growing up
The daughter of Diana Ross encountered the famous regularly.
- Entertainment
‘The Daily Show’ Suggests Pat Sajak’s ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Succession Got More ‘Consideration’ Than Lindsey Graham’s
"The Daily Show" took aim at Lindsey Graham's senate successor, quipping "Wheel of Fortune" took more "consideration" to find Pat Sajak's replacement.
TheWrap - Celebrity
Alix Earle Reveals When She’ll Address Alex Cooper Feud: “A Serious Struggle Behind the Scenes”
The social media star has yet to drop her response after Cooper called her out on TikTok in April.
The Hollywood Reporter - Entertainment
Jack White’s 20-year-old daughter joins him in live performance of White Stripes classics
Scarlett White joined her dad in playing “Cannon,” a fan favorite track from the White Stripes’ 1999 self-titled debut album.
- News
Rob Bonta Says He Worries for CNN’s Future at Paramount, Citing Bari Weiss’ CBS News Revamp
California Attorney General Rob Bonta expressed concern for CNN's future at David Ellison's Paramount, citing Bari Weiss' CBS News revamp as an example.
TheWrap - Entertainment
Andy Serkis Directs ‘The Hunt For Gollum’ In Character: See The Set Footage
Warner Bros. has released footage from the set of The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. In it, we follow the director/star as he transforms back into the titular character. The video begins as Serkis makes his way onto the set in a motion-capture suit. Ostensibly, it’s the first day of shooting. Serkis …
- Entertainment
‘In the City’ Finale Recap: Kyle and Amanda’s Emotional Split, Three Pregnancy Announcements and More
The Hollywood Reporter breaks down the biggest moments from the season one ending of Bravo's 'Summer House' spinoff.
The Hollywood Reporter - Entertainment
Mayu Matsuoka, Riisa Naka’s Netflix Cosmetic Surgery Drama ‘Plastic Beauty’ Sets September Premiere, Adds 23 Cast Members
“Plastic Beauty,” Netflix’s upcoming Japanese drama set inside the country’s fast-growing cosmetic surgery industry, will premiere Sept. 17, the streamer announced alongside 23 additional cast members joining stars Mayu Matsuoka and Riisa Naka. Yuki Saito, who previously directed “Unmet: A Neurosurgeon’s Diary,” helms the series from a script by Junya Ikegami (“The Queen of Villains”). …
- Entertainment
Xolo Maridueña returns as Blue Beetle in James Gunn’s “Superman” sequel “Man of Tomorrow”
The 25-year-old actor joins the highly anticipated film slated to fly into theaters on July 9, 2027.
- Entertainment
Scott Bryce, ‘As the World Turns’ Star, Dies at 68
Scott Bryce, who starred for years as Craig Montgomery on the popular soap opera "As the World Turns," died Tuesday at the age of 68.
TheWrap - Entertainment
Country artist’s original tune causes rift among “America’s Got Talent” judges: ‘You should have done a different song’
Elsie, a 32-year-old mom and singer-songwriter from Mississippi, performed an original that some liked more than others.
- Entertainment
Christopher Nolan Crammed Inside Trojan Horse With 20 Actors to Shoot Pivotal ‘Odyssey’ Scene
"This man is not going to ask anything of you that he doesn't attempt himself," John Leguizamo said of the director, who brought 'The Odyssey' to NYC on Tuesday alongside his A-list cast.
The Hollywood Reporter - Entertainment
“House of the Dragon”’s James Norton on the extremes of Ormund: From ‘dark as f---’ villain to the best colorist in Westeros
The actor discusses making a scene on the “Game of Thrones” prequel and on the internet.
- Entertainment
‘Lord of the Rings’ Diversity Drama: Andy Serkis Defends Majority White Cast for Gollum Spinoff
Serkis addressed this lack of diversity in an interview, stating that "there have been criticisms" across the entire "Lord of the Rings" universe — and that they'll seemingly be addressed in the movie.
TheWrap - News
John Leguizamo Details What it Was Like Filming 'The Odyssey' With 70mm IMAX Cameras | THR Video
John Leguizamo chats with THR at the New York premiere for 'The Odyssey' and breaks down what it was like shooting the film with 70mm IMAX cameras. Plus, he talks about seeing the gigantic trojan horse and shares his reaction to watching the final film each time.
The Hollywood Reporter - Entertainment
Tom Cruise reveals how he found his wild new look as a zany oil baron in “Digger”
“With the body, we’re communicating a story,” the actor says. “I want people to be immersed in a story.”
- Politics
CNN Journalist Fact-Checks Trump’s Stolen Election Claims Ahead of Thursday Speech: ‘No Such Proof’
The president says that his Thursday prime-time address would concern elections but did not elaborate further.
TheWrap - Entertainment
Anya Taylor-Joy Is a Con Artist on the Run in Apple TV’s High-Voltage Thriller ‘Lucky’: TV Review
Based on Marissa Stapley’s 2021 novel of the same name and adapted for television by “Your Friends & Neighbors” creator Jonathan Tropper, Apple TV limited series “Lucky” is the captivating story of one young woman’s desperate attempt to break free of the dark and violent life that’s shaped her. More than an intricate game of …
- Entertainment
‘Lucky’ Review: Anya Taylor-Joy Thrives in Electrifying Apple Crime Thriller
Apple TV's "Lucky," starring Anya Taylor-Joy is a non-stop thrills show with a fast pace that builds up and up
TheWrap - Entertainment
‘Lucky’ Review: Anya Taylor-Joy Stars as an Identity-Swapping Con Woman in an Apple TV Thriller With Identity Issues of Its Own
Reese Witherspoon executive produced this seven-episode series, adapted by Jonathan Tropper and featuring Timothy Olyphant, Annette Bening and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.
The Hollywood Reporter - Entertainment
‘Heartstopper Forever’ World Premiere Photo Gallery
Netflix held the world premiere for Heartstopper Forever today in London. The film concludes the love story between Nick and Charlie as they face up to going their separate ways. Walking the red carpet were Kit Connor, Joe Locke, Yasmin Finney, William Gao, Corinna Brown, Tobie Donovan, Rhea Norwood, Leila Khan and more. Scroll through …
- Celebrity
2026 Deaths Photo Gallery: Hollywood & Media Obituaries
Click through a photo gallery of Hollywood and media figures we’ve lost during 2026. RELATED: Saying Goodbye: A Video Tribute To The Hollywood And Media Figures We Lost In 2025
- Entertainment
Scott Bryce Dies: ‘As The World Turns’ & ‘Popular’ Actor With Scores Of Credits Was 68
Scott Bryce, who starred as Craig Montgomery on As the World Turns in the 1980s, returned to the CBS soap in ensuing years, was a regular on The WB dramedy Popular and guested on dozen of shows during a 35-year screen career, has died. He was 68. His son Jackson confirmed the news on social …
- Entertainment
Emmy Predictions: Lead Actress (Comedy) — Jean Smart Angles to Make History
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual …
- Celebrity
Matt Damon was ‘bewildered’ by a fruit basket from Amy Poehler — then he realized it was a George Clooney prank
“I called Tina [Fey], I was like, ‘What the f--k?,’” the actor recalled.
- News
Kaitlan Collins Presses White House Border Czar on Why ICE Agents Weren’t Wearing Body Cams in Deadly Shootings
Kaitlan Collins asked White House Border Czar Tom Homan why ICE agents were not wearing body cameras during the fatal shootings this week
TheWrap - Celebrity
Whether in ‘Jurassic Park’ or ‘The Piano,’ Sam Neill Put the Movies First
Sam Neill had been steadily working in the movies for nearly two decades before he became, at the age of 45, a star in the industry’s eyes. A sturdy, reliable everyman who radiated, depending on the role, a kind of quietly masculine decency or a steely chill, the New Zealander never chased the flashy, all-guns-blazing …
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