Film & TV
In-depth coverage of the latest film and television releases, industry trends, and creative talent.
Digital Cults and Urban Legends: How THE BAD ONES YouTube Series is Redefining Indie Horror
THE BAD ONES YouTube series redefines indie horror by exploring digital cults and internet urban legends, presenting a sci-fi horror where a hidden alien society lives among us. This series, directed by Dempsey Tillman, taps into modern paranoia about the unknown next door, highlighting the rise of authentic, creator-driven horror content online.
Netflix Announces 'Charlie vs. Chocolate Factory' at Annecy
At the Annecy Animation Film Festival, Netflix unveiled an unprecedented animation push, announcing a robust slate for 2026-2027.
HBO renews Harry Potter series for Season 2, writing begins
Seven months before its first season even debuts, HBO has formally renewed its 'Harry Potter' series for a second season.
Tracker's Los Angeles Move Promises Economic Boost
CBS's hit series "Tracker" is moving its entire production from Canada to Los Angeles for its fourth season, a relocation sweetened by a record $48 million California tax credit.
Robert Greenblatt Signs Universal TV First-Look Deal Amid Dual Pacts
Just months after signing a first-look deal with Lionsgate Television, veteran executive Robert Greenblatt has inked a new pact with Universal TV, marking his return to NBCUniversal.
CAA and GLAAD Relaunch Full Story Initiative for Inclusive Hollywood Storytelling
Films with a cast at least 30% non-white consistently outperform less diverse releases across all budget levels, delivering a $116 million average box office advantage for blockbusters, Variety report
Deadline Contenders TV event highlights key trends and upcoming projects
This weekend, 29 television series—from established hits like 'SNL' and 'The Boys' to newcomers 'Chad Powers' and 'Spider-Noir'—will vie for attention at Deadline's Contenders Television event .
Jez Butterworth signs five-year Universal film, TV deal for 2027
Jez Butterworth's series 'MobLand' launched as the streamer's biggest global hit in March 2025, drawing 2.
Simpsons Movie 2 Release Date Revealed for 2027
Twenty years after its predecessor, The Simpsons Movie 2 is set to receive approximately $21.
NI film/TV production reports £477M boost (2022-2026)
Northern Ireland's film and television industry has reported delivering £477 million to the local economy for productions between 2022 and 2026, exceeding its target by £35 million, according to ITVX and The Irish News.
Top 6 Best Helen Hunt Film and TV Roles
At just nine years old, Helen Hunt debuted on The Mary Tyler Moore Show , a formative moment foreshadowing a decades-long career.
What are market-driven vs artist-driven film festivals?
Last year, a major 'artist-driven' festival saw 80% of its selected films arrive with pre-secured distribution deals, blurring the lines of true discovery and challenging its foundational mission, acc
How TikTok's Algorithm Revives Older Music Content
In British TikTok posts this year, tunes more than five years old accounted for 19 out of the 50 top tracks, the highest proportion since TikTok started monitoring the trend in 2021, according to The Guardian.
Viewers Want Control: Interactive Storytelling Transforms Film in 2026
A recent YouTube job posting for a UX Designer explicitly calls for harnessing 'the power of real-time interaction' for its TV presence.
Visual Storytelling in 2026: Principles for VR and AI
An unedited virtual reality movie can elicit the highest visual attention, measured at a total display fixation duration (TDF) of 18,953.
What Are NEH Media Projects Grants for Filmmakers?
While the NEH Media Projects grant technically offers a minimum award of just $1, applicants for awards issued after October 1, 2024, must navigate significant revisions to federal administrative requ
US state film incentives generate revenue loss despite awards allure
Twenty-three US states independently evaluated their film and TV production incentive programs through 2018, and every single one concluded that the incentives were strongly revenue negative, accordin
What is the role and responsibilities of a television showrunner in 2026?
On a TV set, the director, often seen as the ultimate creative voice in film, answers directly to a single individual: the showrunner.
How to Write Compelling Dialogue for Screenplays: A Complete Guide
In the 2026 film 'Don't Worry Darling,' lead character Alice speaks only 33% of the total dialogue, yet achieves an impressive 93% narrative centrality, proving that compelling dialogue for screenplay
The Sonic Screen: Charting the Evolution of Film Scoring Technology and Composer Techniques
Film scoring is the invisible character guiding our emotional journey through cinema. This article charts the dramatic evolution of film scoring technology and composer techniques, revealing how tools have changed storytelling.
How the Independent Film Festival Ecosystem Works: A Complete Guide
The film festival circuit can feel like a labyrinth of costly fees and rejection notices. This guide breaks down the independent film festival ecosystem, providing a strategic roadmap from submission to selection.
Hollywood's Exodus: LA Lost 42,000 Film Jobs As Production Flees State
Bad Robot Productions, a name synonymous with modern blockbusters, sold its Santa Monica headquarters for $31 million in November.
Top 7 LGBTQ+ TV Shows and Films Streaming for Pride 2026
For Pride Month 2026, streaming services are notably quiet on new scripted shows and films featuring lesbian, bisexual, queer women, or trans characters.
Best Steven Spielberg TV Series Ranked by Impact
At its peak, Steven Spielberg's executive-produced series ER commanded 30 million viewers, making it the highest-rated drama of the 1990s.
New & Returning Netflix Shows for June 2026
On June 18, 2026, Netflix drops 'I Will Find You,' a new thriller starring Sam Worthington, just days after Apple TV+ premieres 'Sugar' Season 2 with Colin Farrell.
Exploring Impactful Movie Soundtracks That Defined a Decade
The main theme from Interstellar (2014) by Hans Zimmer has been used in over 100,000 unique TikTok videos, a cultural penetration far beyond traditional film viewership.
Top Streaming Picks to Watch This Week
This week, Nicolas Cage stars as a 1930s private investigator and former superhero in 'Spider-Noir,' streaming on MGM+ and Prime Video, exemplifying the rich, genre-bending narratives now available di
Influential Indie Films Redefining Storytelling in 2026
The indie horror film 'Iron Lung,' directed by streamer Markiplier, grossed over $50 million on a $3 million budget, according to Inverse .
New Jersey International Film Festival for Directors in 2026
From May 29 to June 7, 2026, the 31st Annual New Jersey International Film Festival will offer aspiring directors the chance to screen their work both virtually to a global audience and in-person at R
The Mandalorian and Grogu: Star Wars Movie in 2026
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu arrives in theaters on May 22, 2026, marking a significant cinematic return for the beloved Disney+ series.