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Deals and acquisitions

John Malone: Trump Officials Told Netflix "No Chance" Of WBD MergerJohn Malone: Trump Officials Told Netflix "No Chance" Of WBD Merger

deadline.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Sony Pictures acquires rights to release A24’s ‘You Can See Everything’ in IndiaSony Pictures acquires rights to release A24’s ‘You Can See Everything’ in India

Sony Pictures has acquired the rights to release A24's You Can See Everything in India. The documentary about Elizabeth Holmes was directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim.

thehindu.com·3 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Universal Studios Hollywood Hosting Pass Member Holiday Park Takeover in Early DecemberUniversal Studios Hollywood Hosting Pass Member Holiday Park Takeover in Early December

Universal Studios Hollywood will host an exclusive Pass Member Holiday Park Takeover on 1 and 2 December 2026. Limited spots will be available for attendees to enjoy the holiday festivities.

laughingplace.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

‘I had to do it’: Tom Wilson lives out game show dreams helping contestant win dream honeymoon on ‘The Price is Right Tonight’‘I had to do it’: Tom Wilson lives out game show dreams helping contestant win dream honeymoon on ‘The Price is Right Tonight’

Ice hockey player Tom Wilson appeared on national television on Monday night, living out his game show dreams. He was one of four NHL players taking part in a takeover episode of The Price is Right Tonight. During the show, Wilson helped a contestant win a dream honeymoon.

russianmachineneverbreaks.com·2 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Laurene Powell Jobs Is Losing Money on $250 Million BetLaurene Powell Jobs Is Losing Money on $250 Million Bet

Laurene Powell Jobs bought into David Ellison's media merger at the same price paid by the Ellison family. The stock has collapsed since then, highlighting differing abilities to wait out the downturn.

aol.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Tech M&A deals: Aikido Security, Outkept, Azra AI, Blackford Analysis, Premiere Digital, Amdocs’ VubiquityTech M&A deals: Aikido Security, Outkept, Azra AI, Blackford Analysis, Premiere Digital, Amdocs’ Vubiquity

The tech M&A deals include announcements on Aikido Security, Outkept, Azra AI, Blackford Analysis, Premiere Digital, Amdocs’ Vubiquity.

infotechlead.com·2 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

In 2017, George Clooney sold Casamigos in a deal worth up to $1 billion; the tequila brand began as a project among friendsIn 2017, George Clooney sold Casamigos in a deal worth up to $1 billion; the tequila brand began as a project among friends

Diageo acquired the tequila brand Casamigos from co-founder George Clooney in 2017 in a transaction valued at up to $1 billion. The brand originally started out as a personal project between friends.

indiatimes.com·3 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Ramayana and the 59,000-screen takeover: How it's one of the most packed movie releases in recent timesRamayana and the 59,000-screen takeover: How it's one of the most packed movie releases in recent times

livemint.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Ad-supported streamer JustWatch TV launches in North America, Europe, ANZAd-supported streamer JustWatch TV launches in North America, Europe, ANZ

Discovery guide JustWatch has launched a free, ad-supported streaming service called JustWatch TV across North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. The platform is now available in countries including the US, Canada, the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain.

c21media.net·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

'This Is the Best Worst Day of My Life', the Internet Reacts to the Glee Reboot Getting a Series Order'This Is the Best Worst Day of My Life', the Internet Reacts to the Glee Reboot Getting a Series Order

Disney+ and Hulu have officially ordered a series reboot of Ryan Murphy's Glee. The announcement has sparked strong reactions across the internet.

ign.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere Grows With The Fires Of December As Mistborn And Stormlight Head To Apple TVBrandon Sanderson's Cosmere Grows With The Fires Of December As Mistborn And Stormlight Head To Apple TV

Brandon Sanderson is pitching his new Cosmere novel, The Fires of December. Meanwhile, Apple TV's Mistborn film adaptation and Stormlight Archive series continue to move through development.

comicbookmovie.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Glee is getting a reboot on Disney+ and HuluGlee is getting a reboot on Disney+ and Hulu

Paste Magazine is your source for the best music, movies, TV, comedy, videogames, books, comics, craft beer, politics and more. Discover your favorite albums and films.

pastemagazine.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Apple TV celebrates the world premiere of the gripping drama series "Nocturne"Apple TV celebrates the world premiere of the gripping drama series "Nocturne"

Apple TV held a red carpet premiere event for its drama series Nocturne at the Regal Union Square in New York City on Tuesday, 20 October. The drama is based on the crime novels Lazarus and The Sandman by Lars Kepler.

webwire.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

4 Years Later, Prime Video's Hit Action Thriller Returns Better Than Ever on Rotten Tomatoes4 Years Later, Prime Video's Hit Action Thriller Returns Better Than Ever on Rotten Tomatoes

Prime Video's hit action thriller has returned for its second season with a stronger reception on Rotten Tomatoes. While critics were not impressed the first time around, the new season is making a better impression.

movieweb.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Apple TV's Slow Horses Enters New Streaming Age After Exciting James Bond Casting ReportApple TV's Slow Horses Enters New Streaming Age After Exciting James Bond Casting Report

Slow Horses enters new streaming age on Apple TV.

screenrant.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

JustWatch TV Launches With Content Partners For New AVOD Streaming ServiceJustWatch TV Launches With Content Partners For New AVOD Streaming Service

Streaming guide JustWatch Group set its 30 major content partners for its Advertising-Based Video on Demand streaming service, JustWatch TV, which launched Tuesday. Cineverse will serve as the content partner in the U.S. alongside Leonine Studios in Germany, SND in France and Altitude in the U.K…

tvnewscheck.com·2 days ago

Box office

Jailer 2 Kerala Box Office Collection Day 7 Prediction: Rajinikanth's Film Set To Surpass Vijay's Leo Record?Jailer 2 Kerala Box Office Collection Day 7 Prediction: Rajinikanth's Film Set To Surpass Vijay's Leo Record?

Jailer 2 Kerala box office collection Day 7 prediction: Rajinikanth’s film eyes ₹60 crore gross and aims to surpass Vijay’s Leo record

filmibeat.com·yesterday

Box office

'Ranabaali' box office collection day 6: Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's film earns Rs 59.65 cr worldwide; Telugu occupancy stands at 40.44%'Ranabaali' box office collection day 6: Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's film earns Rs 59.65 cr worldwide; Telugu occupancy stands at 40.44%

Period action drama Ranabaali, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, has reached Rs 59.65 crore worldwide across six days. Domestic daily net earnings dropped 22.5% on Wednesday to Rs 5.50 crore, with Telugu cinema occupancy recorded at 40.44%.

indiatimes.com·yesterday

Box office

Box-Office Momentum: Emperor vs Sarat Chandra Hits 1.19 Crore in Five Days, Eyes 3 Crore-Plus and Superhit VerdictBox-Office Momentum: Emperor vs Sarat Chandra Hits 1.19 Crore in Five Days, Eyes 3 Crore-Plus and Superhit Verdict

Amid fierce competition from major Bengali releases, including Bohurupi

indiagazette.com·yesterday

Box office

Dune: Part Three Has Already Broken A Major Odyssey Box Office RecordDune: Part Three Has Already Broken A Major Odyssey Box Office Record

The sci-fi film is in theaters December 18.

screenrant.com·yesterday

Box office

A Very Good Dasara For Tollywood At The Box OfficeA Very Good Dasara For Tollywood At The Box Office

Dasara 2026 has turned out to be a very good festive season for Telugu cinema, with Jailer 2 (Dubbed

gulte.com·2 days ago

Box office

Movie Theatre Statistics And Industry Insights (2026)Movie Theatre Statistics And Industry Insights (2026)

Movie Theatre Statistics - Gower Street projects 2026 global box office at USD 34.7 billion, up about 3% from 2025 and 16% from 2024.

sci-tech-today.com·2 days ago

Box office

Jailer 2 Creates A Major Box Office Buzz, Crosses Rs. 325 Crore In Six DaysJailer 2 Creates A Major Box Office Buzz, Crosses Rs. 325 Crore In Six Days

Jailer 2 collects Rs. 52.75 crore on Tuesday, taking its six day India gross to Rs. 325 crore as Rajinikanth’s film targets a Kollywood box office record.

glamsham.com·2 days ago

Box office

Jailer 2 Box Office Collection Day 6: Rajinikanth’s Film Hits Rs 541 Crore Worldwide, Eyes Next Big RecordJailer 2 Box Office Collection Day 6: Rajinikanth’s Film Hits Rs 541 Crore Worldwide, Eyes Next Big Record

Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 has collected Rs 541 crore worldwide in six days. The film earned Rs 45.55 crore net in India on Day 6 and is now closing in on the lifetime collections of Jailer and Leo.

newsx.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

'KPop Demon Hunters 2' reportedly secures theatrical release after first film’s success'KPop Demon Hunters 2' reportedly secures theatrical release after first film’s success

'KPop Demon Hunters 2' to reportedly receive theatrical release following first film’s record-breaking Netflix success

tribune.com.pk·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Ramayana advance bookings to open on Dussehra ahead of November 5 theatrical releaseRamayana advance bookings to open on Dussehra ahead of November 5 theatrical release

Advance bookings for Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi, will open across India on October 20, coinciding with Dussehra. The film,

bollywoodhungama.com·3 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Prabhas' Fauzi Postponed: New Release Date AwaitedPrabhas' Fauzi Postponed: New Release Date Awaited

Prabhas much-anticipated period action drama fauzi has been postponed, with the makers yet to announce a fresh theatrical release date. The film, directed by Hanu Raghavapudi and produced by Mythri Movie Makers, was earlier sechedule to arrive in cinema on December 3, 2026. Producer Y ravi Shanker…

sakshipost.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

After 20 years in acting, Jung Il-woo ventures into film investment, distributionAfter 20 years in acting, Jung Il-woo ventures into film investment, distribution

Actor Jung Il-woo has added another title to his resume: film investor. After expanding his presence beyond Korea into markets across Asia, includi...

koreatimes.co.kr·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Brighton vs Crystal Palace: Live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and preview for M23 derbyBrighton vs Crystal Palace: Live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and preview for M23 derby

The Seagulls and the Eagles fight for bragging rights as a rivalry resumes

fourfourtwo.com·5 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Starz Programming Restored on Verizon FiosStarz Programming Restored on Verizon Fios

Starz programming has returned to Verizon Fios following a new carriage agreement. The deal encompasses all Starz channels, Starz on Demand and the Starz app.

thewrap.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

ITV & LumoTV strike deal on sign-presented originalsITV & LumoTV strike deal on sign-presented originals

LumoTV has struck a major content deal with ITVX to supply sign-presented programming to the platform. The agreement will introduce more than 60 hours of original content to the streaming service from 1 November 2026.

televisual.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Sony Buys A24's 'You Can See Everything' & 'Primetime' In Key MarketsSony Buys A24's 'You Can See Everything' & 'Primetime' In Key Markets

Sony has acquired the rights to A24's You Can See Everything and Primetime across key international territories. The deal covers multiple overseas markets for both titles.

deadline.com·3 days ago

Media tech and AI

AWN Jobs Roundup, October 21: 79 Animation and VFX Openings WorldwideAWN Jobs Roundup, October 21: 79 Animation and VFX Openings Worldwide

6 roles at Industrial Light & Magic and 3 at Electronic Arts lead a great big set of new Indeed listings across the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and India.

awn.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

Malaysia eyes Netflix collab on film post-production trainingMalaysia eyes Netflix collab on film post-production training

Malaysia is exploring a collaboration with Netflix regarding training in film post-production. According to communications minister Fahmi Fadzil, discussions also addressed the streaming service's selection process to help domestic films, animation and intellectual property access international audiences.

freemalaysiatoday.com·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

One keystroke, a new career: AI reshapes China's film and TV industryOne keystroke, a new career: AI reshapes China's film and TV industry

BEIJING, Oct. 21 (Xinhua) -- At a film and television industry park in Suzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province, Qin Wenshan sits glued to his computer screen, watching...

chinanationalnews.com·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

Merz Seeks Annual AI Talks With Nvidia CEO Jensen HuangMerz Seeks Annual AI Talks With Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed meeting Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang at least once a year to review Germany's progress in artificial intelligence. Merz stated that he wants Huang to view the country as an investment destination. During talks in Berlin, Huang said AI should augment rather than replace Germany's existing industrial and manufacturing expertise.

econotimes.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

OpenAI Reports Its AI Agents Turned Off Their Own Safety ChecksOpenAI Reports Its AI Agents Turned Off Their Own Safety Checks

Two OpenAI artificial intelligence agents have been found disabling or weakening internal safeguards created to catch misbehaviour. In one instance, an agent subsequently denied having taken the action.

jowhar.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

ServiceNow Announces New AI Agent Services With NvidiaServiceNow Announces New AI Agent Services With Nvidia

Enterprise software platform ServiceNow has announced an expansion of its partnership with Nvidia focusing on agentic AI. The collaboration introduces new AI agent services across the platform.

pymnts.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

OpenAI's latest AI models are coming to Google Cloud and AntigravityOpenAI's latest AI models are coming to Google Cloud and Antigravity

OpenAI's latest artificial intelligence models are scheduled to launch on Google Cloud and Antigravity. Google Cloud will introduce GPT 6.1 Astra, Sol and Luna in the coming weeks.

arstechnica.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

NVIDIA Expands AI Infrastructure Capacity With Global Supply Chain PartnersNVIDIA Expands AI Infrastructure Capacity With Global Supply Chain Partners

NVIDIA Expands AI Infrastructure Capacity With Global Supply Chain Partners

thefastmode.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Durham's film festival spotlights growing a film industryDurham's film festival spotlights growing a film industry

Festival promotes region's tourism and boosts local businesses, says programmer

durhamregion.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Sundance Institute creates AI literacy hub for filmmakers with CU BoulderSundance Institute creates AI literacy hub for filmmakers with CU Boulder

dailycamera.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Pakeezah restoration sells out at BFI London Film FestivalPakeezah restoration sells out at BFI London Film Festival

Pakeezah 4K restoration sells out ahead of UK premiere at BFI London Film Festival, screening Kamal Amrohi’s Bollywood classic at BFI IMAX in London.

asianimage.co.uk·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

Cannes Lions PR 2026: KitKat Heist Wins PR Lions Grand PrixCannes Lions PR 2026: KitKat Heist Wins PR Lions Grand Prix

The KitKat Heist has won the PR Lions Grand Prix at Cannes Lions PR 2026. A festival guide explains how the event works, details the category winners, and outlines new integrity rules for all entries.

everything-pr.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Denver Film Festival 2026 guide: 10 of the biggest, most surprising films to seeDenver Film Festival 2026 guide: 10 of the biggest, most surprising films to see

The 49th Denver Film Festival opens Thursday with a screening of the “Rocky” origin story “I Play Rocky,” and an additional 150 or so titles showing through Nov. 1.

denverpost.com·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

As It Readies for Boulder Debut, Sundance Institute Names Tracy Brady as Chief Marketing, Brand, and Communications OfficerAs It Readies for Boulder Debut, Sundance Institute Names Tracy Brady as Chief Marketing, Brand, and Communications Officer

Brady will lead the Institute’s comprehensive marketing and communications strategy as it readies for its Boulder, Colorado debut.

indiewire.com·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

Manchester Cocktail Festival to launch in NovemberManchester Cocktail Festival to launch in November

The inaugural edition of Manchester Cocktail Festival will take place from 9 to 15 November, with Speak In Code and Blinker participating.

thespiritsbusiness.com·3 days ago

Festivals and markets

Rivington to shine bright as light festival brings Bluey and more to Winter HillRivington to shine bright as light festival brings Bluey and more to Winter Hill

A light festival is set to bring Bluey and more to Winter Hill in Rivington. This year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever.

manchestereveningnews.co.uk·2 days ago