Television

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Larry David and Barack Obama in a vintage TV studio, discussing a script for a new sketch comedy show, hinting at retirement.
Behind the Scenes

Larry David's new sketch show premieres, addresses retirement rumors

Series director Jeff Schaffer recalled the awkward uncertainty surrounding how to address executive producer Barack Obama when giving him notes for the new HBO series.

Victor Ren·June 27, 2026
A book's pages seamlessly transition into a film reel, illustrating the adaptation of literature into movies and television.
Books

8 Ways Authors Adapt Books Into Film or TV

Charles Webb sold the movie rights to his novel 'The Graduate' for a mere $20,000, while the film went on to gross over $100 million.

Amelia Frost·June 20, 2026
Actor Aidan Gillen in a thoughtful pose, with a backdrop symbolizing the evolution of British television production.
Film & TV

Aidan Gillen critiques British drama's changing landscape

The actor Aidan Gillen, whose first major role in 1993 won a BAFTA for best single drama, now contends that even high-end television is being 'dumbed down' by sheer volume.

Julian Mercer·June 20, 2026
A dramatic close-up of a chess queen on a board, with a subtle film crew silhouette in the background, symbolizing the power of book to screen adaptations.
Books

The Strategic Power of Book to Screen Adaptations

The Queen's Gambit, a limited series based on a 1983 novel, swept 11 Emmys, including outstanding limited or anthology series.

Amelia Frost·June 20, 2026
Film and TV executives in a modern office setting, discussing projects and strategy amidst a backdrop of movie posters and scripts.
Film & TV

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 .

Julian Mercer·June 19, 2026
Tunde Adebimpe, known for his music, expands his professional representation to include film and television with UTA.
Creators

Tunde Adebimpe Expands UTA Representation for Film & TV

After releasing his first formal solo album last year, Tunde Adebimpe has expanded his representation with United Talent Agency (UTA) to specifically include film and television, according to Deadline

Julian Mercer·June 18, 2026
Helen Hunt's career montage, showcasing her iconic roles from early TV appearances to acclaimed film performances, highlighting her versatility and enduring talent.
Film & TV

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.

Julian Mercer·June 16, 2026
Australian screen producers in a high-stakes meeting with representatives of major streaming platforms, discussing the future of local content.
Film & TV

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.

Julian Mercer·June 11, 2026
The Doctor stands in a damaged TARDIS control room, gazing into a dark, empty void, symbolizing the uncertain future of the show.
Behind the Scenes

BBC Cancels Doctor Who Christmas Special Amid Strategic Shifts

On Wednesday, the BBC confirmed the 2026 Doctor Who Christmas special is cancelled.

Victor Ren·June 10, 2026
Split screen showing a futuristic AI interface and a documentary filmmaker capturing a candid moment, symbolizing the festival's focus on truth in the age of AI.
Film & TV

Monte-Carlo TV Festival Previews New Documentaries and Series

Joshua Seftel, head of the Monte-Carlo TV Festival's Documentary and News jury, posits that AI's rise will paradoxically fuel a deeper global craving for reality and truth in filmmaking, according to

Julian Mercer·June 8, 2026
Steven Spielberg overseeing a montage of his impactful TV series, highlighting his significant influence on television production and storytelling.
Film & TV

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.

Julian Mercer·June 8, 2026
Futuristic control room visualizing complex streaming content licensing data and global media rights for 2026.
Media Industry

How Streaming Content Licensing Will Evolve by 2026

For streaming platforms, acquiring content often proves more challenging and critical than developing the underlying technology itself.

Leo Hartmann·June 5, 2026
Diverse group of women participating in a film and TV mentorship program, fostering collaboration and career growth in a professional studio setting.
Film & TV

Film and TV Groups Offer Mentorship Programs for Women

Enora Hope, a participant in a targeted mentorship program, was recently chosen for Forbes' "40 Women" list in 2025, highlighting the tangible impact of structured support on emerging female talent, a

Julian Mercer·June 3, 2026
The cast of 'Only Murders in the Building' joyfully accepts the top scripted series award at the 2026 CrimeCon Clue Awards ceremony.
Behind the Scenes

Only Murders in the Building wins top scripted series award

Hulu's 'Only Murders in the Building' secured the top scripted series award at the 2026 CrimeCon Clue Awards.

Victor Ren·May 31, 2026
Epic cinematic scene from 'The Odyssey' adaptation, featuring mythological elements and a sense of grand adventure, evoking a blockbuster film poster.
Books

Most Anticipated Book-to-Screen Adaptations of 2026

Christopher Nolan is directing a star-studded adaptation of Homer's 'The Odyssey,' featuring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Tom Holland, slated for a July 17, 2026 release, according to Deadline .

Amelia Frost·May 27, 2026
A futuristic Hollywood sign with AI circuit patterns, symbolizing the industry's adaptation to artificial intelligence, with a robot hand holding a film reel.
Film & TV

Variety hires Corbin Bolies to cover Hollywood's AI adaptation

Variety, a century-old entertainment industry bible, appointed its first dedicated AI reporter, Corbin Bolies.

Julian Mercer·May 26, 2026
An empty stage with a single spotlight, representing the passing of actor Grizz Chapman, known for his role on '30 Rock'.
Behind the Scenes

Grizz Chapman, '30 Rock' Actor, Dies at 52

Actor Grizz Chapman, a familiar face from the hit NBC sitcom '30 Rock', died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 52.

Victor Ren·May 23, 2026
Patricia Clarkson, Rupert Everett, and Lydia West in a tense, shadowy scene, representing the espionage thriller 'Gray'.
Behind the Scenes

View TV Studios Acquires U.S. Rights to the Thriller 'Gray'

Patricia Clarkson, Rupert Everett, and Lydia West will star in 'Gray', an eight-part espionage thriller.

Victor Ren·May 21, 2026
Mystical forest clearing with ancient standing stones and ethereal mist, evoking the magical and ritualistic themes of the Puffball story.
Film & TV

Puffball Novel Adapted for TV; Kelly Reilly Starred in Film

Yellowstone star Kelly Reilly once embodied a young architect entangled in witchcraft and fertility rituals in the 2007 cult film 'Puffball', a story now being redeveloped for television from its orig

Julian Mercer·May 19, 2026
Kelsey Jackson, new Head of Scripted Content at Wise Child Studios, leading a creative team in a modern studio environment.
Film & TV

Kelsey Jackson Leads Scripted Content at Wise Child Studios

Wise Child Studios, fresh off its feature film 'On the End' winning the Audience Award at Sarasota and Best Film at the Rome Film Festival, has just appointed Kelsey Jackson as its new Head of Scripte

Julian Mercer·May 14, 2026
The cast and crew of the Netflix series 'Adolescence' celebrating their win for Best Limited Drama at the BAFTA TV Awards, with young star Owen Cooper prominently featured.
Film & TV

'Adolescence' Wins Best Limited Drama at BAFTA TV Awards

At just 16 years old, Owen Cooper made BAFTA history by becoming its youngest ever Supporting Actor recipient for his role in the Netflix drama 'Adolescence'.

Julian Mercer·May 11, 2026
Los Angeles skyline at dusk with a subtle film studio glow, symbolizing the return of CBS's 'Tracker' production due to California's tax incentives.
Media Industry

California Film Tax Credit Expansion Lures CBS's 'Tracker' Home

CBS's hit drama 'Tracker' is relocating its entire production from Vancouver to Los Angeles for its fourth season, driven by a record-breaking $48 million California tax credit.

Leo Hartmann·May 8, 2026
A golden statuette at the Golden Globes, subtly formed from digital code, representing the new AI eligibility rules for the 2027 awards season.
Film & TV

Golden Globes Set AI Eligibility Rules for 2027 Awards Season

For the 2027 Golden Globes, a performance will be considered eligible only if it is primarily derived from a credited human performer's work.

Julian Mercer·May 8, 2026
Hogwarts Castle illuminated at dusk, with a banner suggesting a renewal for the Harry Potter series' second season.
Film & TV

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.

Julian Mercer·May 7, 2026
Los Angeles skyline at sunset with symbolic representations of film production and economic growth, highlighting the city's appeal for TV series.
Film & TV

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.

Julian Mercer·May 5, 2026
Shadowy figures in a closed-door meeting with a NATO logo on a screen, discussing media influence and propaganda concerns.
Film & TV

NATO holds closed-door meetings with TV creators over propaganda concerns

Screenwriter Alan O'Gorman publicly denounced NATO's 'intimate conversations' with film and TV professionals as 'outrageous' and 'blatant propaganda.

Julian Mercer·May 4, 2026
A diverse group of students and teachers working together collaboratively in a bright, engaging classroom environment, emphasizing community over individual heroism.
Film & TV

Portrayals of teachers in 2026 film and television get the 'hero' narrative wrong.

In 2026, the Sundance Film Festival will feature 'Jane Elliott Against the World', a documentary about the educator whose 1968 'Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes' exercise exposed the raw mechanics of prejudice, a

Julian Mercer·May 2, 2026
A split image showing a glamorous movie premiere contrasted with a small, intense screening of a low-budget film, symbolizing the diverse paths to success in cinema.
Film & TV

Analyzing Success and Failure in Film and Television

In 1999, a film made for just $60,000, The Blair Witch Project , went on to gross $248 million worldwide, a startling return that dwarfed the earnings of many multi-million dollar blockbusters that ye

Julian Mercer·May 2, 2026
A busy film set in the UK with crew and equipment, symbolizing the booming film and television production industry.
Film & TV

UK and Ireland film production recovery gains £18M boost

UK film and high-end television production spend surged to a record £6.

Julian Mercer·April 29, 2026
A vibrant scene at Deadline's Contenders Television event, showcasing the diversity of current TV series and the industry's competitive landscape.
Film & TV

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 .

Julian Mercer·April 26, 2026