Film & TV
In-depth coverage of the latest film and television releases, industry trends, and creative talent.
Netflix's 2026 Vertical Pivot: Adapting to New Visual Language
By April 2026, Netflix will have fully deployed a mobile app redesign, replacing its iconic horizontal content rows with a full-screen vertical video feed.
Artists Equity Taps Griffin Zucosky to Lead New Scripted TV Division
Artists Equity, co-founded by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, is launching a new division for scripted television, according to TheWrap .
New York City Film and TV Productions Seek Talent Amid Surge
Currently, 2,652 active roles are listed for film and TV productions in New York City, from stand-ins for a new Netflix series starring Oscar Isaac to promo shoots for NCIS.
AI Actor Tilly Norwood Stars in Upcoming Film 'Misaligned'
An AI-generated 'actress' named Tilly Norwood is not merely making her feature film debut; she is poised to lead a coming-of-age comedy-drama.
Orbital Studios opens new virtual production hub at Television City
Orbital Studios, currently bringing FX's 'The Drop: A Snowfall Saga' to life, has moved its entire LED wall infrastructure and headquarters from the L.
Veteran actor Joby Baker dies at 92 from natural causes
Veteran actor Joby Baker, a familiar face from 'Good Morning World' and 'Gidget,' passed away at 92, with initial reports noting his death occurred on June 22 of natural causes, according to Entertain
Sony revokes access to hundreds of purchased digital titles
On September 1, 2026, 551 movies and TV series previously purchased by UK PlayStation customers will vanish from their digital libraries, a stark reminder that 'buying' digital often means merely rent
Summer 2026 TV: Critical Acclaim vs. Audience Love
Apple's series "Widow's Bay" has already generated significant word of mouth and is considered a potential contender for this year's Emmys, signaling a summer where streaming originals are poised to d
Major Literary Adaptations on TV and Film Through 2026
In 2026 alone, audiences can expect to see Emily Brontë's 'Wuthering Heights' alongside Suzanne Collins' 'Hunger Games' prequel and Colleen Hoover's 'Verity' on screen, signaling an unprecedented conv
Mel Brooks: Blazing Saddles Funniest, Diverse Legacy
The American Film Institute officially reordered its "100 Years.
Variety wins 16 Southern California Journalism Awards
Variety secured 16 first-place awards at the 68th annual Southern California Journalism Awards.
Mārama Director's Māori Ancestors Inspire Colonial Critique
In the upcoming Māori gothic film 'Mārama', a character's moko koa tattoo, drawn with lipstick at another's demand, subtly reveals the film's deep dive into colonial power dynamics.
Bose Studios Launches New Film Production Arm
Academy Award-winning filmmaker Steven Soderbergh is collaborating with Bose Studios on an original documentary series.
American Dollhouse's Nosy Neighbor Embodies Modern Anxieties
In John Valley's 'American Dollhouse', the villain Sandy isn't just a nosy neighbor; she's described as a manifestation of the panopticon and the terror of polite society itself, according to...
Ballerina Animated Movie Sequel and TV Series In Development
Nearly a decade after its original release, the animated film 'Ballerina', known as 'Leap!
Top 5 Most Influential Independent Films of the 21st Century
In 2020, 'Parasite,' a South Korean independent film, made history, becoming the first non-English language movie to win Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
Camden Film Quarter approval boosts UK film industry growth
By a razor-thin margin of 6 to 5, Camden councillors approved a £1 billion film quarter in Kentish Town on June 17, 2026.
Iconic UK Film & TV Locations Boosting Tourism
Visitor expenditure on screen tourism activities in Scotland surged to £161.
Top 7 Movies and Shows to Stream This Week
This week, viewers can choose between Glen Powell's new inheritance thriller 'How to Make a Killing' on HBO Max and the entire 'Bill & Ted' trilogy newly available on Prime Video.
James Burrows, TV Comedy Director, Dies at 85
James Burrows directed over 1000 episodes of hit TV shows, including every single episode of 'Will & Grace' from 1998 to 2020.
Amazon Drops Luca Guadagnino's Sci-Fi Movie 'Artificial'
Luca Guadagnino's nearly finished film 'Artificial', starring Andrew Garfield as Sam Altman, has been dropped by Amazon MGM Studios and is now being shopped to other studios, Variety reports.
AGBO promotes film and TV execs amid leadership changes
AGBO is preparing to release "Avengers: Doomsday" on December 18, with "Avengers: Secret Wars" following in 2027, according to Variety .
Shanghai Film Festival Spotlights Emerging Talent Amid AI Wave
The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival is undergoing a notable change.
Milagros Mumenthaler Prepares First Male-Led Project
Milagros Mumenthaler, an acclaimed director recognized for her intimate female-led dramas, is preparing a new project that will center on a young male protagonist for the first time in her...
Tony Leung Chairs 28th Shanghai Film Festival Jury
All 12 films vying for the Golden Goblet at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival are world premieres, setting an unprecedented bar for the jury led by cinematic icon Tony Leung Chiu-wai.
Emily Watson to Receive Honorary Heart of Sarajevo Award
British actress Emily Watson will not only chair the jury at the 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival but will also be honored with the prestigious Honorary Heart of Sarajevo award, though the festival's exact
Australian screen producers demand new rules from streaming giants
New Australian children's programming on commercial free-to-air television has plummeted from 391 hours pre-deregulation to just 48 hours in 2024.
Filmmaking MasterClasses for Aspiring Directors
To learn about staging and efficiency, Steven Spielberg's "Raiders of the Lost Ark" plays with no sound in one MasterClass lesson.
London Indian Film Festival 2026 Unveils Aamir Khan's 'Lagaan' Anniversary
Aamir Khan, one of India's most celebrated actors, will close the 17th London Indian Film Festival with a conversation at BFI Southbank on July 16.
Platner Leads Collins Slightly in Maine Senate Race Polls
In a surprising turn for Maine's U.