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Brendan Carr’s war on wokeness targets inclusive children’s television
The Verge

Under the guidance of consummate bully / chairman Brendan Carr, the FCC is taking steps towards cracking down on children's entertainment that in any way explores the complexities of gender identity. On Wednesday, the FCC's Media Bureau announced that it is s… more…

The plan to quietly kill Coyote v. Acme blew up in David Zaslav’s face
The Verge

This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on Hollywood trends and streaming culture, follow Charles Pulliam-Moore. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sundays at 8AM ET. Opt in fo… more…

Back in 2000, Fox Executives Thought the ‘X-Men’ Movie Would Be a ‘Disaster’
Gizmodo.com

The former CEO of Fox Filmed Entertainment recalls a very different outlook about superhero movies at the time. more…

YouTube TV finally lets you build your own multiview
Android Central

The new feature is currently available to a limited number of users in the U.S. more…

The Coyote Vs. Acme Trailer Goes Straight For Warner Bros.’ Throat
Kotaku

The excellent-looking movie takes aim at the company that shelved it for three years more…

IGN Live 2026 Lineup to Include Assassin’s Creed Black Flag, The Legend of Vox Machina, and More
IGN

More partners revealed for the epic fan event, June 6-7 in LA and streaming globally. more…

Japanese Man Sentenced For Posting ‘Godzilla’ Spoilers Online
Gizmodo.com

39-year-old Wataru Takeuchi was charged for posting plot descriptions of movies and anime series so detailed that a Tokyo court declared them copyright infringement. more…

Books Are Not Remotely Too Expensive
Millersbookreview.com

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Apple TV scores two wins at the 2026 Peabody Awards
9to5Mac

Apple TV picked up two wins at the Peabody Awards this year, out of five total nominations. Here are the details. more… more…

Netflix's latest price hike highlights what's wrong with streaming
Android Police

It doesn't make sense anymore more…

Quiz: Can You Match the Legendary Actor to Their First Role?
Mental Floss

You know their big roles, but how well do you know their first roles? This isn't just about movies, but about small TV roles, too. more…

The Best Trivia Questions For Kids to Test Their Knowledge
Mental Floss

Family game night just got a whole lot more educational with these 100 trivia questions for kids. more…

‘Air Bud Returns’ Is an Indie Movie Now — and Also Hopefully a Box Office Hit
IndieWire

Director Robert Vince tells IndieWire about bringing the dog-playing-basketball franchise back from straight-to-video and why the distributor behind "Terrifier 2" were the best partners. more…

Nostalgic Trailer for 'Jackass: Best and Last' Extra Dumb Comedy Finale
First Showing

"This is what Jackass looks like at 50!" The boys (and a girl) are back again! For one last ride into the world of pointless mayhem and ridiculous antics and the dumbest comedy known to man. Strap in! Paramount has revealed the official trailer for Jackass: B… more…

Alien Fingers Revealed in Spielberg's UFO 'Disclosure Day' Promo Spot
First Showing

"This 79 year cover-up of the truth has to end!" Yes! Whoa! Surprise, surprise – there really are aliens in the new Spielberg movie! Universal has debuted a new 30-second promo spot for Steven Spielberg's new sci-fi movie titled officially Disclosure Day, set… more…

Where to watch Magic vs. Pistons: Live stream Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs anywhere
Business Insider

The Orlando Magic will meet the Detroit Pistons for Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs. We'll show you how to watch the game from anywhere. more…

Apple AirPods Max 2 review: Great sound and noise canceling, but only a modest upgrade
Business Insider

The AirPods Max 2 offer improved noise cancellation and a few new features, but they're still heavy and cost a lot. more…

Paramount’s Upfront Tour Hits NYC With David Ellison, Top Execs, Ronny Chieng & Wyclef Jean; Kelly Reilly & Cole Hauser Talk ‘Dutton Ranch’
Deadline

Paramount CEO David Ellison reveled in “our first upfront as the new Paramount” Tuesday night at a NYC event with ad agency Omnicom for drinks, dinner and conversation about advertising opportunities and the upcoming slate. The company has opted for a series … more…

V10 Entertainment To Handle Pay 1 & Downstream Sales On Ketchup Movies Including ‘Coyote vs. Acme’
Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: Ketchup Entertainment has entered into a distribution partnership with V10 Entertainment for the latter to sell the pay-1 window and downstream rights to Ketchup’s movies, including the upcoming Coyote vs. Acme. John Cena and Will Forte voice the h… more…

Radial Entertainment Names Matt Katrosar Exec VP, Global Advertising & Partnerships
Deadline

Radial Entertainment has appointed Matt Katrosar as its new Executive VP of Global Advertising and Partnerships. Katrosar comes to Radial from Fremantle, where he served as Senior VP of Global Ad Sales and Strategy. In his newly created role, Katrosar will ov… more…

TV Series Based On T.L. Swan’s Steamy Miles High Club Books In Works At Amazon MGM Studios
Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: T.L. Swan’s bestselling Miles High Club book series is in the works for the small screen. Amazon MGM Studios is developing the books as a television series with Swan, Counterpoint Pictures and QC Entertainment attached to executive produce. A searc… more…

Greenwich Entertainment Acquires ‘You Had To Be There,’ On Toronto ‘Godspell’ Production That Launched Gilda Radner, Eugene Levy, Martin Short & More
Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: It’s been a spell since Godspell debuted its Toronto production in 1972 with a cast of then-unknowns. In the interim, virtually every performer in that now legendary production went on to a huge career in entertainment: Gilda Radner, Eugene Levy, M… more…

Iconic Indian Action Thriller ‘Khal Nayak’ Set For Jio Studios Reboot After Original Star Sanjay Dutt Acquires Rights
Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: Khal Nayak was among the films that established Sanjay Dutt as a Bollywood action star in the 1990s, and now he’s planning to reboot the thriller. Dutt and Aksha Kamboj have acquired rights to the film from the original creator and director, Subhas… more…

International Insider: Rebel Wilson’s Legal Battle; Russos Return To Sands; Watching The ‘Neighbourhood’
Deadline

Here we go, again, Insiders. Jesse Whittock with you to run through the week’s top film and TV news. Sign up to the newsletter here. Rebel Wilson’s Explosive Legal Battle Courtroom drama: Few defamation cases involving clashing movie stars ever make it to cou… more…

In A Funk? This Social "Vitamin" Might Be The Best Medicine
mindbodygreen.com

A trip to the movies? Yes, please more…

YouTube TV Rolls Out Customizable Multiview, Letting Users Choose Their Own Channel Combinations
Ghacks Technology News

YouTube TV is introducing a new multiview feature for smart TVs that allows users to choose which channels to display in the split-screen view instead of using Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post YouTube TV Rolls Out Customizable Multiview, Letting… more…

Indie Horror Games Are Invading Hollywood, and They Have the Fans to Thank For It
IGN

From Exit 8 to Iron Lung to the upcoming Backrooms, a certain type of video game adaptation is turning moviegoing into a unique collective experience. more…

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more this weekend (April 24)
TechRadar

From Stranger Things' latest spin-off to Timothee Chalamet's Marty Supreme, these are the biggest releases of the last few days. more…

How to watch Stan Sport outside Australia — stream online and from anywhere with a VPN
TechRadar

Here's how to watch Stan Sport from outside Australia, and learn how to access streams from anywhere abroad with a VPN. more…

Horror Comedy ‘They Will Kill You’ Gets Streaming Release Date
Forbes

“They Will Kill You,” starring Zazie Beetz, Patricia Arquette, Tom Felton and Heather Graham, is coming soon to digital streaming. more…

‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Streaming Date Is Set Amid Successful Box Office Run, Report Says
Forbes

“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” is reportedly coming soon to digital streaming even though it has mounted a blockbuster run in theaters. more…

‘Hoppers’ Arrives On Streaming This Week As Pixar Rebounds From Rough 2025
Forbes

Pixar’s animated comedy “Hoppers” is coming to digital streaming this week as the company continues to recover from the release of the movie bust "Elio." more…

The Multimillion Dollar Business Of Black Nerd Culture
Forbes

From DreamCon to nerdcore to creator-owned comics, Black entrepreneurs are building a multimillion-dollar infrastructure—on their own terms. more…

The Legacy Of Michael Jackson Pondered Anew As ‘Michael’ Hits Theaters
Forbes

Marlon, Jackie and Jermaine Jackson took part in an Indiana screening of the new biopic 'Michael' alongside star Jaafar Jackson and producers Prince Jackson, Graham King. more…

The Story Behind Michael Mann’s HEAT
Thechive.com

See the full gallery on thechive.com more…

Andy Serkis’ Animal Farm Is an Abomination: Review
Consequence.net

The animated George Orwell adaptation is a tonal nightmare featuring the voices of Seth Rogen, Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin, and more. Andy Serkis’ Animal Farm Is an Abomination: Review Liz Shannon Miller more…

Stream On This Week: Zach Galifianakis Connects with Nature, and an Animated Cat Speaks His Truth
Consequence.net

Here's what to stream the weekend of April 24th. Stream On This Week: Zach Galifianakis Connects with Nature, and an Animated Cat Speaks His Truth Liz Shannon Miller more…

Now Booking: Kids Sail for 50% Off on Disney Cruise Line
Disneyparksblog.com

Looking for a vacation that’s simple to plan and packed with things everyone in the family can enjoy? Now through June 14, guests who book select Disney Cruise Line voyages departing between October 2026 and March 2027 can enjoy 50% off kids’ fares as part of… more…

Streaming Platforms Are Embracing Vertical Video. But At This Point, Is It Worth It?
AdExchanger

It seems like all the streaming services are getting into vertical video these days. But ads aren't on the menu yet. The post Streaming Platforms Are Embracing Vertical Video. But At This Point, Is It Worth It? appeared first on AdExchanger. more…

10 Forgotten Nickelodeon Movies That Deserve Another Look
Screen Rant

Nickelodeon has established itself as one of the best and biggest names in family entertainment, and these features deserve more attention today. more…

5 Movies That Impressed Me The Most At CinemaCon 2026
Screen Rant

CinemaCon was an event full of incredible new looks at upcoming studio films in 2026 and 2027, but these five truly stood out above the rest. more…

5 Best Horror Movies Turning 50 In 2026, Ranked
Screen Rant

With the horror movies of 1976 turning 50 this year, which of the classic fright flicks is the best of the best? more…

Marvel's Failed First Cinematic Universe Would Have Changed Movie History Forever
Screen Rant

A failed deal between Marvel and Artisan Entertainment could have changed not just the MCU, but the entire cinema landscape. more…

3 Best Movies To Watch On Prime Video This Week (April 27-May 1)
Screen Rant

As April draws to a close and summer sets in, it's the perfect time to watch these great flicks that are streaming right now on Prime Video. more…

10 Best Modern D&D Inspired TV Shows & Movies, Ranked
Screen Rant

The Dungeons & Dragons modern Renaissance has included fantastic TV shows and movies inspired by the game, and these ten rise above the rest. more…

HBO Max's $447 Million Action Thriller With Near-Perfect RT Score Has One Of Its Best Casts
Screen Rant

There's no shortage of star-studded movies on HBO Max, but few can match the caliber and care of the latest installment in a genre-redefining epic. more…

10 Iconic 2000s Movies That Feel Totally Different To Watch Now
Screen Rant

Our perception of movies can change over time, and all of these iconic 2000s releases feel totally different when revisiting them today more…

Fans Won't Believe How Michael Jackson Nearly Changed Marvel Forever in the 90s
Screen Rant

The King of Pop almost became Marvel's boss. more…

Daisy Ridley's New R-Rated Zombie Thriller Finally Releases On Hulu In 2 Weeks
Screen Rant

Daisy Ridley's new R-rated zombie thriller finally releases on Hulu in just two weeks, nearly four months after its theatrical release. more…

Every Jason Statham Movie Remake, Ranked Worst To Best
Screen Rant

Jason Statham has fronted many movie remakes throughout his career, from classic comedies to gritty thrillers, but not all of them are hidden gems. more…

12 Years Later, Naruto Shippuden's Worst Arc Of All Time Proves Fans Have Been Sleeping On Boruto
Screen Rant

One of Naruto's most nonsensical filler arcs is fascinating to look at in retrospect. more…

Coyote vs. Acme Trailer Will Debut Tomorrow, Teaser Released
Bleeding Cool News

Coyote vs Acme is about to become the biggest 'Does internet talk actually equate to box office sales' experiment that has ever happened. To say that the movie has had a rough ride to the big screen would be an understatement, and the depressing truth is that… more…

Warner Bros Shareholders Approve Paramount Skydance Deal Because Money
Bleeding Cool News

Well, if you were holding out hope that there were enough Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders willing to stand up and draw a line in the sand regarding David Ellison's Paramount Skydance taking over Warner Bros. Discovery, it might be time to move onto "Plan … more…

John Wick Caine Spin-Off Movie Has Started Filming
Bleeding Cool News

Lionsgate is still very much trying to make a John Wick Cinematic Universe a thing. It didn't really work the first time around with Ballerina. The movie didn't get the best reviews; they weren't terrible, but also weren't great, and the box office flopped pr… more…

How LA28 Olympics ticket prices could be driven by bots, brokers and a big bill for the Summer Games
CBS News

Fans lucky enough to secure tickets to the 2028 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles are facing steep prices, with some paying hundreds or even thousands of dollars to attend events, prompting questions about why costs have surged compared with past Games. more…

Marc Jacobs’ Rachel Sennott Collab Kicks Off Pivot to Social Entertainment
Adweek

Marc Jacobs teamed up with Rachel Sennott on a new microdrama as it shifts toward social-first entertainment. more…

How have things been going at Rovio since it was bought by Sega?
GamesIndustry.biz

One of the privileges of being a journalist is that you get to indulge your nosiness. So after wondering how things have been going at Rovio since the Finnish Angry Birds firm was bought by Sega in 2023 for a cool $776 million, we decided to pick up the phone… more…

Ellen DeGeneres to Voice Dory Again in New Short Film for 'Finding Nemo' Universe
Just Jared

Ellen DeGeneres is returning as Dory in a new short film! The Emmy-winning former TV host will be reprising her iconic voice role in a new project set within the universe of Finding Nemo. Keep reading to find out more… Deadline reported that the short film is… more…

'Coyote vs Acme' Trailer Pokes Fun at Warner Bros After Company Previously Shelved Movie - Watch Now!
Just Jared

The Coyote vs Acme trailer is finally here! It has been a long road for the animated/live-action movie to hit the big screen, having filmed in 2022 and over a year later, being scrapped by Warner Bros. However, about a year ago, it was announced that the film… more…

Iran's meme factory is using 'the weapons of their enemy' to embarrass Trump
ABC News (AU)

AI-generated Lego memes criticising the conflict in the Middle East and mocking Donald Trump are attracting a large audience online as a new front opens in the Iran war. more…

Why Adrian Grenier Isn’t in ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
Cosmopolitan.com

Here's why Adrian Grenier, who plays Nate, isn't in The Devil Wears Prada 2, and what happened to his cameo. more…

Why Sydney Sweeney’s Rumored Cameo Was Reportedly Cut From ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
Cosmopolitan.com

According to sources, Sydney Sweeney was supposed to play herself in a scene with Emily Blunt before she was cut from ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2.’ more…

Parker Posey Is Running The Mob
Vulture

Parker Posey is hosting Hulu’s new celebrity competition show inspired by mob movies, called, well, ‘The Mob.’ more…

The 25 Best Movies About AI Gone Wrong
Vulture

Cinema’s most dangerous machines don’t feel pity, or remorse, or fear. These are the 25 best movies about AI gone wrong, ranked. more…

One for Them, One for Her
Vulture

One for them, one for her: How Chandler Levack released the Canadian indie rom-com ‘Mile-End Kicks’ and the Netflix comedy ‘Roommates’ on the same day. more…

Which Line from Heat Should Zohran Mamdani Quote Next?
Vulture

In his Earth Day announcement, Zohran Mamdani found a way to quote Michael Mann’s ‘Heat.’ We’re hoping this becomes a trend, and we have a few ideas for how to keep it going. more…

Sorry, But I’m Already Too Hyped for the Elden Ring Movie
Vulture

Casting announcements for Alex Garland’s Elden Ring movie and a real-life Church of Marika have me booting up the PS5 all over again. more…

Michael Jackson Fans Won’t Care About Michael’s ‘Full-Blown Lies’
Vulture

Michael Jackson’s daughter, Paris, has condemned the new ‘Michael’ biopic’s ‘full-blown lies.’ Fans don’t seem to care — the film is on track for a $150 million opening. more…

What Felicia Day Watches (and Reads) With Her Daughter
Vulture

The actress and author of the new graphic novel ‘The Lost Daughter of Sparta’ is trying to raise her own daughter to understand media. Here’s what the two watch, read, listen to, and play together. more…

Heated Rivalry Can’t Save the Emmys
Vulture

The Television Academy shares the final word on rumors of a rule change for the Canadian production’s eligibility: “There was never any discussion.” more…

Apex Feels More Like a Real Movie Than Your Average Netflix Joint
Vulture

‘Apex’ feels like a real movie more than your average Netflix joint. Baltasar Kormákur’s riff on the most dangerous game is a solid showcase for Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton as well as some spectacular Australian scenery. more…

Michael Isn’t a Movie — It’s a Wax Museum
Vulture

The new Michael Jackson biopic, ‘Michael,’ isn’t a movie — it’s a wax museum, restaging each milestone with nothing resembling interiority. more…

Beaches Did Make Me Sad, But Not the Way It Wants To
Vulture

‘Beaches’ puts a ton of performing talent, led by Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett, in the service of enormous and unexamined clichés. more…

The Pitt’s Luke Tennie Accepts That Crus Is Way Cooler Than Him
Vulture

‘The Pitt,’ ‘Shrinking,’ and ‘Abbott Elementary’ all happen to shoot on the same lot in Los Angeles, and for Luke Tennie, each part offered something different. more…

Fox Initially Thought X-MEN Would Crash and Burn… Then It Changed Superhero Movies Forever
GeekTyrant

It’s kind of crazy to think about now, but there was a time when comic book movies didn’t have Hollywood studios throwing money at them. They just had no interest in them and didn’t think they had a future. With the Marvel Cinematic Universe dominating theate… more…

Steven Spielberg Praises Universal's 45-Day Theatrical Window at CinemaCon: "Do I Hear 60?"
GeekTyrant

Steven Spielberg walked into CinemaCon for the first time Wednesday, collected a major award, and left the room wanting more days at the movies. Classic Spielberg.The director was on hand at the Las Vegas convention to promote his upcoming sci-fi alien thrill… more…

Street Art Americans Will Recognize in One Second (14 Photos)
Streetartutopia.com

Some street art asks for a long explanation. This collection does the opposite: faces, logos, movie monsters, memes, sports legends, cartoon characters, and national symbols you can read almost instantly. From Janis Joplin and Kobe Bryant to Mickey Mouse, Ker… more…

ASUS ROG XREAL R1 : Gaming on a 171-Inch Screen You Can Wear
Geeky Gadgets

The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 AR Gaming Glasses combine augmented reality with practical features designed for gaming and media consumption. As noted by Erik Hartley, the glasses include a 240 Hz refresh rate, delivering smooth visuals suited for fast-paced gameplay.… more…

How ChatGPT Images 2.0 Turns Static Designs into Cinematic Videos
Geeky Gadgets

GPT Images 2.0 is a new system for AI-generated visuals that emphasizes precision and adaptability across diverse applications. According to David Ondrej, it allows users to develop initial ideas into polished visuals for purposes like cinematic storytelling,… more…

Why the VITURE Beast XR Glasses Are Redefining the AR and VR Experience
Geeky Gadgets

The VITURE Beast XR Glasses combine advanced display technology with practical design elements to create an extended reality (XR) experience suited for various applications. According to Terren Rule, the glasses feature dual Sony micro OLED panels that delive… more…

Apple’s May Lineup Leaked: A New Apple TV 4K, Home Hub, and 5 More Surprises
Geeky Gadgets

Apple is preparing to unveil seven highly anticipated devices at its May event, offering a preview of the company’s latest advancements in hardware. As a precursor to the software-focused WWDC in June, this event underscores Apple’s commitment to enhancing pe… more…

XREAL 1S vs Viture Beast vs XREAL One Pro : Tested for Productivity, Gaming and Media
Geeky Gadgets

The XREAL 1S, Viture Beast and XREAL One Pro represent three distinct approaches to AR/XR glasses, each with its own strengths and compromises. As Kola explains, critical factors such as field of view (FoV), optical clarity and resolution significantly influe… more…

Own a Hisense TV? I'd change these expert settings to noticeably improve the picture quality
ZDNet

New Hisense TVs look great right out of the box, but you can get more out of your screen by tweaking just a few menu options. more…

More Hollywood A-Listers Join Petition Opposing Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
Breitbart News

More Hollywood insiders, including Robert De Niro, Elliot Page, Lilly Wachowski, Sofia Coppola, and Holly Hunter have signed the petition opposing the Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The post More Hollywood A-Listers Join Petition Oppos… more…

X-Men Got A Blunt Piece Of Feedback From Execs Ahead Of Its Release Decades Ago (And I'm Laughing At The Irony)
CinemaBlend

Hindsight is 20/20. more…

Karen Gillan Has Been Sharing Delightful Highlander Set Pics, And All Her Movies Should Film In Scotland
CinemaBlend

Booze and views! more…

Three Wise Men Is One Of Hallmark's Best Christmas Movies, But I'd Be Pumped If This Tyler Hynes Movie Pivot Happened
CinemaBlend

It would be like if Christmas came early. more…

Charlize Theron's Fitness Never Ceases To Amaze Me. Now, Watch Her Scale A Rock Wall For Her New Netflix Movie
CinemaBlend

This is impressive. more…

Ashley Padilla Is Great, But I Think Another SNL Star Is About To Break Out
CinemaBlend

Be on the lookout for this one. more…

I Didn't Realize One Loki Plotline Is (Possibly) The Connection Between Avengers: Endgame And Doomsday
CinemaBlend

This would be wild. more…

I Just Found Out A Horror Movie That I Thought No One Saw Is Getting A Sequel, And I Instantly Have An Idea For It
CinemaBlend

What a pleasant jump scare. more…

AMC Has A Wild Popcorn Bucket For Shrek's 25th Anniversary, And I Want More Throwbacks
CinemaBlend

That'll do AMC...that'll do. more…

Bobby Moynihan Had An Honestly Hilarious Response To Daniel Radcliffe Realizing SNL Might Be The ‘Last Time’ He’d Play Harry Potter
CinemaBlend

This is great. more…

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Report Pokes Holes In One Popular Fan Theory About Tom Holland’s Hero
CinemaBlend

The Marvel insider says, "Not so fast." more…

Since Die Hard Is A Favorite, I Had To Watch The 1968 Frank Sinatra Movie John McClane Is Based On
CinemaBlend

This movie really surprised me. more…

After Seeing Normal, I Had One Very Clear Thought About Bob Odenkirk's New Movie
CinemaBlend

I won't forget this movie anytime soon. more…

Michael's 'Thriller' Moment Almost Wasn't Perfect, Until The Movie Made One Wild Last-Minute Change
CinemaBlend

The Michael filmmakers talked to us about recreating 'Thriller'. more…

Top Gun's Return To Theaters Includes A New Popcorn Bucket That's Making Me Feel The Need For Speed
CinemaBlend

It's time to turn and burn! more…