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Amazon MGM Pledges Strong Theatrical Commitment at CinemaCon
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Amazon MGM Pledges Strong Theatrical Commitment at CinemaCon

At CinemaCon, Amazon MGM Studios executives, including Mike Hopkins, strongly affirmed their commitment to theatrical releases. The studio pledged to release 15 movies per year in cinemas, emphasizing that their theatrical strategy is not an experiment.

Warner Bros. Confirms 'Game of Thrones' Movie, Announces New Film Slate
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Warner Bros. Confirms 'Game of Thrones' Movie, Announces New Film Slate

Warner Bros. officially confirmed a 'Game of Thrones' prequel movie titled 'Aegon's Conquest' is in development. The studio also announced release dates for several other upcoming projects, including an 'Ocean's' prequel and new films from J.J. Abrams, detailing its future slate.

Behind the Scenes of MEGA News' 'Morning Point' Showcased
Culturenewsbeast12d ago

Behind the Scenes of MEGA News' 'Morning Point' Showcased

The "Buongiorno" show went behind the scenes of MEGA News' daily morning program "Morning Point," featuring journalists Andreas Papadopoulos and Maria Asteriou. The segment explored their collaboration and the dynamic that "illuminates" the studio.

Ryan Gosling's 'Project Hail Mary' Breaks Amazon's 'Curse' with Record-Breaking Global Success
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Ryan Gosling's 'Project Hail Mary' Breaks Amazon's 'Curse' with Record-Breaking Global Success

The film 'Project Hail Mary,' starring Ryan Gosling, has continued to shatter box office expectations, earning over $140.9 million globally and $80.5 million domestically, making it Amazon's highest-grossing film debut and the biggest box office debut of 2026, with stellar reviews breaking the studio's 'curse'.

WGA Members Approve Bargaining Agenda Focused on Health Care, Pay, AI
Culturevariety1mo ago

WGA Members Approve Bargaining Agenda Focused on Health Care, Pay, AI

The members of the Writers Guild of America have voted to approve an agenda for bargaining with the studios, which is set to begin on March 16. With 97.4% voting in favor, the union approved a “pattern of demands” that focuses on health care, compensation, and artificial intelligence, among other issues. The WGA has already […]

'Today' Anchors Reflect on Savannah Guthrie's Visit
Culturetmz1mo ago

'Today' Anchors Reflect on Savannah Guthrie's Visit

Savannah Guthrie's 'TODAY' colleagues are reflecting on her brief but emotional visit to the studio Thursday ... a visit that marked her first time back since her mom Nancy Guthrie was kidnapped from her Arizona home over a month ago.…

Former Legendary Exec Deborah Kaufmann Joins Sipur Studios as Global Content Chief
Culturevariety1mo ago

Former Legendary Exec Deborah Kaufmann Joins Sipur Studios as Global Content Chief

Former Legendary Entertainment exec Deborah Kaufmann has joined Sipur Studios as its new chief of global content. The position is new for the studio, which recently added former Paramount Global chair Shari Redstone as part of its management team as chair. At Sipur, Kaufmann will handle development projects, as well as finding IP for the […]

Fangoria Studios Boards Luke Barnett’s ‘Goodbye, Monster’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Culturevariety1mo ago

Fangoria Studios Boards Luke Barnett’s ‘Goodbye, Monster’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Fangoria Studios has partnered with filmmaker-actor Luke Barnett on the upcoming horror short “Goodbye, Monster,” starring Barnett and Kue Lawrence with voice performances by Patton Oswalt and Tina Majorino. The film marks one of the first projects from the studio’s expanding slate of original genre projects. The horror short is written and directed by Barnett. […]

Quentin's death sparks tensions across France
Politicsle-figaroFrance 241mo ago2 sources

Quentin's death sparks tensions across France

France 24's Gavin Lee is joined by Antoine Marie, a researcher in political psychology at the Centre for Political Research at Sciences Po in Paris. He’s been analysing the case in Lyon and the protests linked to Quentin Derangue, as well as the broader patterns of political polarisation and their potential links to the escalation of political violence. Antoine joins us in the studio to unpack what could become a defining issue ahead of France’s local council elections.

Amazon MGM Cautious on Next James Bond Casting
Culturehollywood-reporterign1h ago2 sources

Amazon MGM Cautious on Next James Bond Casting

Amazon MGM has stated that the casting process for the next James Bond will not be rushed, acknowledging the significant responsibility involved. The studio is taking a deliberate approach to selecting the iconic character's new actor.

Madonna Joining The Studio Season 2: See Her on Set
Culturehollywood-reporterbillboardenews28d ago3 sources

Madonna Joining The Studio Season 2: See Her on Set

Madonna is expressing herself on the second season of The Studio. The "Like a Prayer" singer appeared on the Venice set of the Apple TV series alongside stars Seth Rogen, Ike Barinholtz, Chase Sui...

Netflix Opens VFX Studio In India
Culturedeadline1mo ago

Netflix Opens VFX Studio In India

Netflix has opened a hub for its Eyeline Studios VFX outfit in India, with actor Rana Daggubati attending the launch. Spanning 32,000 sq ft, the studio opens today in Hyderabad, focusing on advanced visual effects, virtual production and next-generation production technology. Led by Eyeline Studios CEO Jeff Shapiro, an event took place earlier in Hyderabad with Hon’ble Chief […]

‘Carrie’s Mike Flanagan Makes Exclusive Multi-Year TV Pact With Amazon MGM Studios
Culturehollywood-reporterdeadline1mo ago2 sources

‘Carrie’s Mike Flanagan Makes Exclusive Multi-Year TV Pact With Amazon MGM Studios

EXCLUSIVE: Amazon MGM Studios has signed filmmaker and showrunner Mike Flanagan to an exclusive multi-year overall deal, under which he will develop and produce original series exclusively for the studio. The collaboration with Flanagan’s Red Room Pictures banner extends the studio’s partnership with one of the most commercially successful genre storytellers. Deal comes after Flanagan […]

Savannah Guthrie Visits ‘Today’ Studio, Plans To Return To Show At Some Point After Absence Due To Mother’s Disappearance
Culturedeadline1mo ago

Savannah Guthrie Visits ‘Today’ Studio, Plans To Return To Show At Some Point After Absence Due To Mother’s Disappearance

Savannah Guthrie visited the NBC studios on Thursday morning for the first time since the disappearance of her mother, Nancy. Guthrie plans to return to the show at some point, but the investigation continues into the abduction of Nancy Guthrie in Tucson, AZ. A Today spokesperson said, “Savannah Guthrie stopped by the studio this morning […]

Sony Pictures Classics Carries Stanley Kramer’s Legacy to the Global Stage (Guest Column)
Culturevariety1mo ago

Sony Pictures Classics Carries Stanley Kramer’s Legacy to the Global Stage (Guest Column)

Since its inception 35 years ago, Sony Pictures Classics — under the uncommonly consistent stewardship of co-chiefs Michael Barker and Tom Bernard — has been a bastion of socially minded cinema on the global stage. The studio’s trademarks include international cinema that interrogates state power (“Persepolis,” “I’m Still Here”); character-driven dramas centered on identity (“All […]

‘Interview’ Hack, Clinton Scandals, “WTF” Email To Brad Pitt & More Analyzed In New Book Co-Written By Ex-Sony CEO Michael Lynton
Culturedeadline1mo ago

‘Interview’ Hack, Clinton Scandals, “WTF” Email To Brad Pitt & More Analyzed In New Book Co-Written By Ex-Sony CEO Michael Lynton

Michael Lynton, former CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment, says the nightmarish 2014 hack of the studio’s computer systems can be traced directly to his childhood yearning to “fit in with the cool kids.” In the new book, From Mistakes to Meaning: Owning Your Past So It Doesn’t Own You, published Tuesday by Avid Reader Press/Simon […]

Warner Bros. Is Testing Larry Ellison's Pain Barrier
Businessadvisor-perspectives1mo ago

Warner Bros. Is Testing Larry Ellison's Pain Barrier

A tweak here, a twiddle there, and now possibly a 3% sweetener on the price. It’s all progress. But the billionaire Ellison family has yet to make an offer for Warner Bros Discovery Inc. that clearly beats the studio’s December deal with Netflix Inc.

Amazon MGM Studios Unveils New Films at CinemaCon
Culturevarietydeadlineign6h ago3 sources

Amazon MGM Studios Unveils New Films at CinemaCon

Amazon MGM Studios presented first looks at several upcoming films during CinemaCon, including Henry Cavill's "Highlander" and David Leitch's "How To Rob A Bank" starring Nicholas Hoult. The studio showcased action sequences and new details for its slate.

Céline Dion Prepares Comeback, New Album
Healthfazle-figaro1d ago2 sources

Céline Dion Prepares Comeback, New Album

Céline Dion is preparing a musical comeback, with reports of sold-out tickets for a Paris event and her return to the studio to record a new album. This follows her recent collaboration on a song with Jean-Jacques Goldman.

Amazon MGM Studios Restructures Worldbuilding & Genre Series Team
Culturehollywood-reporterdeadline12d ago2 sources

Amazon MGM Studios Restructures Worldbuilding & Genre Series Team

Blair Fetter, Head of Worldbuilding & Genre Series at Amazon MGM Studios, has restructured his department, leading to expanded duties for Tom Lieber and the departure of Matthew King and Adrienne O’Riain. This move comes two months after Fetter joined the studio.

Linmon Media Unveils 2026–2027 Slate and Microdrama Expansion at FilMart Hong Kong
Culturevariety1mo ago

Linmon Media Unveils 2026–2027 Slate and Microdrama Expansion at FilMart Hong Kong

In an industry increasingly defined by borderless storytelling and bite-sized consumption, Chinese production powerhouse Linmon Media is making a calculated — and ambitious — bet on both. At its 2026–2027 new series launch at Hong Kong FilMart on March 17, the studio unveiled a sprawling slate that straddles prestige long-form dramas and a rapidly expanding […]

Lionsgate Signs First-Look Deal With Comedy Vet Adam Eget – SXSW
Culturedeadline1mo ago

Lionsgate Signs First-Look Deal With Comedy Vet Adam Eget – SXSW

EXCLUSIVE: As South by Southwest begins to ramp up this week, Lionsgate has inked a first-look deal with Austin comedy mainstay Adam Eget to develop original comedy features for the studio’s Motion Picture Group. Eget will shepherd projects emerging from stand‑up, podcasts, live touring and digital platforms, giving comedic talent a pathway to theatrical releases. Eget […]