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Deals and acquisitions

Netflix acquires broadcast rights for 2030 World CupNetflix acquires broadcast rights for 2030 World Cup

Netflix has signed a four-year deal to secure the broadcast rights for the 2030 World Cup. In the initial phase, subscribers in Spain and Andorra will have access to all 104 matches of the tournament.

ynetnews.com·2 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Ava DuVernay Drops A Film Industry Hot Take: "Hollywood Is Over"Ava DuVernay Drops A Film Industry Hot Take: "Hollywood Is Over"

Famed director Ava DuVernay made a bold comment about the state of the film industry amid current mergers and studio collapses in Hollywood.

blackamericaweb.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Mark Ruffalo Hits Newsom Again For Backing Paramount Deal: 2028 ImplicationsMark Ruffalo Hits Newsom Again For Backing Paramount Deal: 2028 Implications

Mark Ruffalo has once again criticised Gavin Newsom for supporting David Ellison's mega-bucks merger of Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery. The actor and the governor have not resolved their differences since the contentious deal received approval.

deadline.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Fox’s $22 Billion Roku Deal Approved by Shareholders of Both CompaniesFox’s $22 Billion Roku Deal Approved by Shareholders of Both Companies

Shareholders for both Fox Corp. and Roku voted to approve Fox's $22 billion acquisition of the streaming-video platform company.

variety.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Havas Reports Solid Net Revenue Growth of +7.2% in Q3 2026, Driven by Organic Growth and Contribution From AcquisitionsHavas Reports Solid Net Revenue Growth of +7.2% in Q3 2026, Driven by Organic Growth and Contribution From Acquisitions

Havas has posted a 7.2% rise in net revenue for the third quarter of 2026, supported by organic growth and contributions from acquisitions. Organic net revenue grew by 2.4%, underpinned by a 7.5% increase in the United States, whilst acquisitions added 3.2%. Chairman and chief executive Yannick Bollore confirmed the performance aligned with full-year guidance and highlighted continued investment in the agency's Converged.AI operating system.

finanznachrichten.de·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Little Princess enthroned at Sky UK, Nordisk Film, RTV Slovenia, TIMvisionLittle Princess enthroned at Sky UK, Nordisk Film, RTV Slovenia, TIMvision

UK pay TV broadcaster Sky has acquired the animated preschool series Little Princess from Banijay Kids and Family, securing all seasons and specials. The show has also been picked up by Nordisk Film for SVoD in the Nordics, RTV Slovenia, and TIMvision in Italy. Based on the books by Tony Ross, the series first launched in 2006.

c21media.net·2 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

UKTV acquires first two series of new Maigret for U and U&DRAMA in deal with Banijay RightsUKTV acquires first two series of new Maigret for U and U&DRAMA in deal with Banijay Rights

UKTV has secured the UK premiere rights to the first two series of a new Maigret adaptation as part of a 114-hour content agreement with Banijay Rights. Produced by Playground, the reimagining of the classic French detective series will air on the free streaming service U and the linear channel U&DRAMA. The package also features the territory premiere of the second series of A Remarkable Place to Die alongside library and factual titles.

corporate.uktv.co.uk·8 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Reese Witherspoon Reclaims Hello Sunshine From Candle Media in New Deal With MediawanReese Witherspoon Reclaims Hello Sunshine From Candle Media in New Deal With Mediawan

The buyback comes five years after selling a majority stake in the production company in a deal that valued it at $900 million.

theepochtimes.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Netflix is laying off 6% of its workforce in its biggest round of job cuts in yearsNetflix is laying off 6% of its workforce in its biggest round of job cuts in years

Netflix is cutting roughly 6% of its workforce, a reduction that will eliminate nearly 1,000 jobs. The dismissals form part of wider organisational restructuring at the streaming service.

manilatimes.net·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Apple TV just confirmed a new season for one of my favorite shows this yearApple TV just confirmed a new season for one of my favorite shows this year

Apple has renewed its thriller series Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed for a second season. The acclaimed show, created and run by David J. Rosen, premiered in spring 2026 to strong reviews. Its initial season achieved a 93% score on Rotten Tomatoes.

9to5mac.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Taylor Sheridan Meets 'Ex Machina' in New Trailer for Netflix's Sci-Fi WesternTaylor Sheridan Meets 'Ex Machina' in New Trailer for Netflix's Sci-Fi Western

A new trailer has debuted for Netflix's upcoming sci-fi western Bass x Machina. The project offers a futuristic reimagining of Bass Reeves following his appearance in a Taylor Sheridan production.

collider.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Netflix laying off 6% of its workforce: What to knowNetflix laying off 6% of its workforce: What to know

Netflix is turning a profit, but about 1,000 employees will be losing their jobs. Here's what to know.

fox35orlando.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Netflix To Lay Off 1,000 Employees Amid Slower GrowthNetflix To Lay Off 1,000 Employees Amid Slower Growth

Netflix will lay off about 1,000 employees, 6% of its workforce, mainly in product, tech, legal, and HR roles. The move comes as growth slows and shares fall. The company will report quarterly earnings on Tuesday (October 20).

iheart.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Netflix to cut 1,000 jobs amid slowing growth and intensifying competitionNetflix to cut 1,000 jobs amid slowing growth and intensifying competition

Netflix is cutting 1,000 jobs worldwide amid intensifying competition in the streaming industry. The layoffs are the company’s largest since 2022 and will mainly affect teams in human

bgnes.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

5 reasons Netflix is struggling as it cuts about 1,000 staffers5 reasons Netflix is struggling as it cuts about 1,000 staffers

Netflix's stock has fallen after slower engagement growth and stiff competition from YouTube. Here's why Wall Street is upset.

businessinsider.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Netflix reportedly cutting around 1,000 jobs · DiggNetflix reportedly cutting around 1,000 jobs · Digg

Variety reports the 6% reduction is Netflix's biggest layoff to date, with product and tech teams hit hardest.

digg.com·yesterday

Box office

'Baththa' box office collection day 14 vs 'Sigma': Vijay Sethupathi’s film earns Rs 26.78 cr in India; Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut collects Rs 10.12 cr worldwide'Baththa' box office collection day 14 vs 'Sigma': Vijay Sethupathi’s film earns Rs 26.78 cr in India; Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut collects Rs 10.12 cr worldwide

Vijay Sethupathi’s emotional drama Baththa has reached Rs 26.78 crore in domestic net earnings after 14 days in cinemas, with gross domestic collections reaching Rs 31 crore. Meanwhile, Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut Sigma has accumulated Rs 10.12 crore worldwide.

indiatimes.com·yesterday

Box office

Brad Pitt's New Near-Perfect Thriller Takes Box Office Crown From Essential Modern Action MasterpieceBrad Pitt's New Near-Perfect Thriller Takes Box Office Crown From Essential Modern Action Masterpiece

Brad Pitt's new survival drama thriller has claimed the box office crown from an established R-rated action classic. The title has officially surpassed the earlier modern favourite in theatrical earnings.

movieweb.com·yesterday

Box office

'The Paradise' box office collection day 21 vs Comrade Kalyan: Nani’s film earns Rs 173.41 cr worldwide; Sree Vishnu’s film sees 18.5% drop'The Paradise' box office collection day 21 vs Comrade Kalyan: Nani’s film earns Rs 173.41 cr worldwide; Sree Vishnu’s film sees 18.5% drop

Nani’s Telugu action film The Paradise has generated Rs 173.41 crore in worldwide gross earnings after 21 days in cinemas. The release brought in Rs 24 lakhs domestically on its third Wednesday, while Sree Vishnu's Comrade Kalyan saw ticket sales drop by 18.5%.

indiatimes.com·yesterday

Box office

Jailer 2: Will Hrithik Roshan's Cameo Boost Rajinikanth's Film in Hindi? | Rajinikanth, Hrithik Roshan, Jailer 2, Jailer 2 latest news, Jailer 2 Hrithik Roshan cameo, Hrithik Roshan Jailer 2 role, Rajinikanth Jailer 2 movie, Jailer 2 Hindi release, Jailer 2 Hindi version, Jailer 2 Hindi box office, Hrithik Roshan cameo in Jailer 2, Jailer 2 advance bookings, Jailer 2 movie release date 2026, JaileJailer 2: Will Hrithik Roshan's Cameo Boost Rajinikanth's Film in Hindi? | Rajinikanth, Hrithik Roshan, Jailer 2, Jailer 2 latest news, Jailer 2 Hrithik Roshan cameo, Hrithik Roshan Jailer 2 role, Rajinikanth Jailer 2 movie, Jailer 2 Hindi release, Jailer 2 Hindi version, Jailer 2 Hindi box office, Hrithik Roshan cameo in Jailer 2, Jailer 2 advance bookings, Jailer 2 movie release date 2026, Jaile

Rajinikanth's upcoming film Jailer 2 is preparing for a theatrical release on 15 October 2026. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the sequel is generating interest around a reported cameo appearance by Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan.

sakshipost.com·2 days ago

Box office

IMAX box office surge drives Wedbush target hikeIMAX box office surge drives Wedbush target hike

Wedbush has raised its price target on IMAX Corp to $60 from $54 following a surge at the box office. The company is currently on track to report record results for its third quarter.

proactiveinvestors.com·yesterday

Box office

Street Fighter Box Office: Video Game Movie to Lead Over WhalefallStreet Fighter Box Office: Video Game Movie to Lead Over Whalefall

Video game adaptation 'Street Fighter' is expected to lead the box office ahead of several new cinematic releases. Newcomers competing against it include 'Whalefall', 'Sense and Sensability' and 'You Can See Everything'.

variety.com·yesterday

Box office

Box Office: 'Street Fighter' Eyes $70M WW Opening, First Paramount WB MovieBox Office: 'Street Fighter' Eyes $70M WW Opening, First Paramount WB Movie

Street Fighter is tracking towards a $70 million worldwide opening weekend as one of the first titles to arrive in cinemas following the Paramount and Warner Bros merger. The Devils is also hitting theatres under the combined banner, alongside the documentary You Can See Everything.

deadline.com·yesterday

Box office

Doraemon Castle of the Undersea Devil Box Office Collections: Anime film collects Rs 1 crore on 2nd Tuesday, grosses Rs 22 croreDoraemon Castle of the Undersea Devil Box Office Collections: Anime film collects Rs 1 crore on 2nd Tuesday, grosses Rs 22 crore

Doraemon Castle of the Undersea Devil jumped by 33 per cent on its second Tuesday. The anime feature film is heading to close its entire run around Rs 30 to 40 crore mark.

pinkvilla.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Sam Levinson signs overall TV deal with Amazon MGM Studios · DiggSam Levinson signs overall TV deal with Amazon MGM Studios · Digg

Euphoria creator Sam Levinson has agreed an overall television production deal with Amazon MGM Studios. The agreement was initially reported by Variety.

digg.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

TV: Netflix secures exclusive 2030 World Cup broadcast rights in SpainTV: Netflix secures exclusive 2030 World Cup broadcast rights in Spain

gdnonline.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Netflix buys 2030 World Cup broadcast rights in co-host and defending champion SpainNetflix buys 2030 World Cup broadcast rights in co-host and defending champion Spain

Netflix has acquired exclusive rights to broadcast the 2030 World Cup in co-host Spain under an agreement allowing a public broadcaster to show daily games, including those of the defending champion. The streaming service will broadcast all 104 matches live across the 48-team tournament, co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco following three opening games in South America. The financial value of the contract has not been made public, following a reported 55 million euro deal for the 2026 rights.

abcnews.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Nintendo Expands Switch Online's GBA Library With Three More TitlesNintendo Expands Switch Online's GBA Library With Three More Titles

Monster Rancher, Metal Slug & Kururin are here!

nintendolife.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

WBD, TVNZ and Sky join buyers of Cineflix Rights unscripted showsWBD, TVNZ and Sky join buyers of Cineflix Rights unscripted shows

MIPCOM: Warner Bros Discovery in Iberia, New Zealand’s TVNZ and Sky in the UK are among a raft of buyers to pick up unscripted series from Cineflix Rights in Cannes this week.

c21media.net·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Jailer 2 Advance Booking: Rajinikanth's Film Crosses ₹60 Crore Worldwide Pre-Sales, Eyes ₹125 Crore OpeningJailer 2 Advance Booking: Rajinikanth's Film Crosses ₹60 Crore Worldwide Pre-Sales, Eyes ₹125 Crore Opening

oneindia.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

PBS Masterpiece's 'Maigret' Sells To UKTV In UKPBS Masterpiece's 'Maigret' Sells To UKTV In UK

The new adaptation of Georges Simenon's Maigret has been acquired by UKTV in the UK. The series will air on U&Drama, having screened on PBS Masterpiece in the United States.

deadline.com·8 days ago

Distribution and licensing

ITV win rights to new drama from producers of BBC hit Blue LightsITV win rights to new drama from producers of BBC hit Blue Lights

ITV has secured the rights to a brand new murder mystery drama. The upcoming project comes from the producers behind the hit BBC series Blue Lights.

guardian-series.co.uk·yesterday

Media tech and AI

AWN Jobs Roundup, October 14: 90 Animation and VFX Openings WorldwideAWN Jobs Roundup, October 14: 90 Animation and VFX Openings Worldwide

AWN has published a global employment roundup featuring 90 animation and VFX job openings. The newly listed positions span the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and India, with openings at firms including Activision, Blizzard, Stellar Creative Lab, Eidos-Montréal and CD Projekt Red.

awn.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

Disney strikes $20-million deal for Character.ai's assets as AI startup files for bankruptcyDisney strikes $20-million deal for Character.ai's assets as AI startup files for bankruptcy

timeswv.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

Publicis Groupe targets 25% reduction in repetitive tasks via AI agentsPublicis Groupe targets 25% reduction in repetitive tasks via AI agents

Publicis Groupe has established a target to automate 25% of its repetitive and manual tasks using artificial intelligence agents. The move has prompted questions across the industry.

adgully.com·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

Dentsu says brand stories need one ‘catalyzing idea’ to win over AI modelsDentsu says brand stories need one ‘catalyzing idea’ to win over AI models

Eighty-three percent of CMOs believe that brand stories will need to flex across audiences, creators and channels without losing consistency, the key to being effective in the age of AI, says a new Dentsu report.

warc.com·6 days ago

Media tech and AI

Publicis reaffirms outlook with 25th quarter of outperformancePublicis reaffirms outlook with 25th quarter of outperformance

Publicis has reaffirmed its outlook after third-quarter organic growth exceeded market forecasts. The performance was supported by client demand for AI-driven marketing and marks the company's 25th consecutive quarter of outperformance.

bizcommunity.com·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

Stagwell Wins ServiceNow in the Largest Multi-Agency Deal in Its HistoryStagwell Wins ServiceNow in the Largest Multi-Agency Deal in Its History

Stagwell has secured ServiceNow in the largest multi-agency win in the network's history. The nine-figure joint venture focuses on streamlining marketing workflows using artificial intelligence.

adweek.com·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Open to Cutting Chip Supply Over Unsafe AINvidia CEO Jensen Huang Open to Cutting Chip Supply Over Unsafe AI

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the company could stop supplying artificial intelligence chips to customers developing dangerous AI software, although he believes many current concerns about AI safety are exaggerated....

econotimes.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

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chibanippo.co.jp·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

TV 2 commissions Banijay’s Mastiff Norway to join the Werewolves packTV 2 commissions Banijay’s Mastiff Norway to join the Werewolves pack

Norwegian broadcaster TV 2 has commissioned a local adaptation of the strategic reality game Werewolves. The upcoming series will be produced by Banijay subsidiary Mastiff Norway.

c21media.net·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

The Five Best-Dressed Celebrities at the 2026 BFI London Film FestivalThe Five Best-Dressed Celebrities at the 2026 BFI London Film Festival

The BFI London Film Festival has brought high-profile fashion to the red carpet alongside its screening line-up at London's Southbank Center. Stars attending premieres for features such as Elsinore, Ray Gunn and In The Shadows showcased custom and runway designs. Featured appearances across the event included Ayo Edebiri, Gemma Chan, Scarlett Johansson, Olivia Coleman and Florence Pugh.

harpersbazaar.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Pedro Pascal and Lux Pascal reunite at BFI London Film Festival, Candace Cameron Bure Full House ReunionPedro Pascal and Lux Pascal reunite at BFI London Film Festival, Candace Cameron Bure Full House Reunion

Actors Pedro Pascal and Lux Pascal made a rare joint red-carpet appearance at the BFI London Film Festival. Their sibling outing also coincided with heightened online search interest in a Candace Cameron Bure Full House reunion.

el-balad.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

2026 BFI London Film Festival Review – Ink2026 BFI London Film Festival Review – Ink

Danny Boyle has directed Ink, starring Jack O'Connell, Guy Pearce and Claire Foy. The 2026 film has been reviewed following its presentation at the BFI London Film Festival.

flickeringmyth.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

<i>Joe Bonamassa: The Spirit Of Rory</i> to have world premiere at Cork International Film Festival<i>Joe Bonamassa: The Spirit Of Rory</i> to have world premiere at Cork International Film Festival

The documentary was filmed during Bonamassa&#039;s run of three sold-out shows at Live at the Marquee in Cork last year

hotpress.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Sundance Film Festival tickets go on sale Oct. 15Sundance Film Festival tickets go on sale Oct. 15

dailycamera.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Martin Freeman, 55, makes a rare appearance with girlfriend Rachel Mariam, 31, as the loved-up pair giggle together at A Long Winter premiere during the BFI London Film FestivalMartin Freeman, 55, makes a rare appearance with girlfriend Rachel Mariam, 31, as the loved-up pair giggle together at A Long Winter premiere during the BFI London Film Festival

The couple, who have been dating since 2020, graced the red carpet for a gala screening at the BFI London Film Festival, with Martin starring in the drama alongside Caitríona Balfe and Fred Hechinger.

dailymail.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Carey Mulligan Wears Brand-New Celine at the 70th BFI London Film FestivalCarey Mulligan Wears Brand-New Celine at the 70th BFI London Film Festival

It’s been a great week for metallics

harpersbazaar.com·yesterday