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Deals and acquisitions

Family Tree Group acquires Brighton post-production companyFamily Tree Group acquires Brighton post-production company

A Brighton post-production company has been acquired by Family Tree Group. The purchase forms part of the ongoing expansion of the growing media group.

theargus.co.uk·3 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

MultiChoice deal lifts Canal+ revenue 37.5% in Q3MultiChoice deal lifts Canal+ revenue 37.5% in Q3

Canal+ Group has reported a 37.5 per cent rise in third-quarter revenue, driven by increased scale following its acquisition of MultiChoice. The global entertainment company published its unaudited consolidated revenue figures for the first nine months and quarter ending 30 September 2026.

bizcommunity.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Fate of Colbert's Passion Project Revealed After Trumpy Billionaire TakeoverFate of Colbert's Passion Project Revealed After Trumpy Billionaire Takeover

thedailybeast.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Seeker Music Acquires JoJo's Catalog, Including 'Too Little Too Late'Seeker Music Acquires JoJo's Catalog, Including 'Too Little Too Late'

billboard.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Jane Wiseman Leaving Paramount+ Following MergerJane Wiseman Leaving Paramount+ Following Merger

Paramount+ head of originals Jane Wiseman is leaving the platform as its post-merger combination with HBO Max takes shape. Casey Bloys, co-CEO and chief content officer for Skydance Direct-to-Consumer, announced her departure in a staff memo setting the streaming division's leadership team. Sarah Aubrey, head of originals for HBO Max, will now oversee original series output for Paramount+ alongside international programming. Several members of Bloys' executive team at HBO are retaining their positions, with Glenn Whitehead named president and COO of HBO and Paramount+.

hollywoodreporter.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Jane Wiseman exits as Casey Bloys sets D2C leadership team at SkydanceJane Wiseman exits as Casey Bloys sets D2C leadership team at Skydance

Casey Bloys has established the direct-to-consumer leadership structure at Skydance. Following the $110 billion merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery, Jane Wiseman has become the latest executive to step down.

c21media.net·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’

Tom Wilson appeared on national television on Monday night. Wilson was one of four NHL players who participated in a takeover episode…

russianmachineneverbreaks.com·4 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Roku/Fox deal spread narrows on report DOJ could soon approve dealRoku/Fox deal spread narrows on report DOJ could soon approve deal

Fox’s $22B acquisition of Roku faces a fast-tracked DOJ review, with approval possibly nearing.

seekingalpha.com·3 days ago

Streaming and FAST

Fleetwood Mac Doc To Premiere On Apple TVFleetwood Mac Doc To Premiere On Apple TV

The documentary titled "Fleetwood Mac: The Chain" is set to be released on January 29, 2027, on Apple TV.. Dir...

1077thebone.com·23 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Disney Revives "Halloweentown" After 20 Years With Upcoming FilmDisney Revives "Halloweentown" After 20 Years With Upcoming Film

Disney is bringing the magic of “Halloweentown” back to life, with a fifth installment reportedly in early development at Disney Channel and Disney+.

dailycaller.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Prime Video will carry Bears Vs Patriots, with local TV options in Boston and ManchesterPrime Video will carry Bears Vs Patriots, with local TV options in Boston and Manchester

Prime Video will broadcast the match between the Bears and the Patriots. Viewers in Boston and Manchester will also have local television options on WCVB and WMUR. Additional audio and text coverage will be provided through Patriots.com.

el-balad.com·22 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Fleetwood Mac Documentary "The Chain" Coming to Apple TV in JanuaryFleetwood Mac Documentary "The Chain" Coming to Apple TV in January

Apple TV is set to debut Fleetwood Mac: The Chain, a new documentary on the history of the iconic band, streaming on January 29th, 2027.

bleedingcool.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

New HBO Max TV Shows and Movies in October 2026New HBO Max TV Shows and Movies in October 2026

Sienna Miller and Dominic West are going to War

tvguide.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

HBO Max Execs Join Casey Bloys' Skydance DTC Leadership TeamHBO Max Execs Join Casey Bloys' Skydance DTC Leadership Team

Casey Bloys' Skydance DTC leadership team includes Francesca Orsi, Amy Gravitt, Sarah Aubrey, Nina Rosenstein, Glenn Whitehead, and others.

bleedingcool.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

'The Invite' HBO Max Review: Stream It or Skip It?'The Invite' HBO Max Review: Stream It or Skip It?

Seth Rogen, Penelope Cruz and Edward Norton round out an extraordinary cast.

decider.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

'The Mosquito Bowl' Review: Peter Berg's Netflix Football War Drama'The Mosquito Bowl' Review: Peter Berg's Netflix Football War Drama

Director Peter Berg's film The Mosquito Bowl has premiered at AFI Fest and features Ray Nicholson and Tom Francis. The drama is inspired by the true story of a football match played between Marines stationed in the Pacific theatre during the Second World War.

hollywoodreporter.com·yesterday

Box office

'Jailer 2' box office collection day 9: Rajinikanth, Vidya Balan, Mohanlal film earns Rs 628.05 cr worldwide; India Net collection reaches Rs 348.85 cr'Jailer 2' box office collection day 9: Rajinikanth, Vidya Balan, Mohanlal film earns Rs 628.05 cr worldwide; India Net collection reaches Rs 348.85 cr

Nelson Dilipkumar's action drama Jailer 2, starring Rajinikanth, Vidya Balan, and Mohanlal, has reached Rs 628.05 crore in worldwide earnings by its ninth day. Domestic performance saw a decline on Friday, with the film taking Rs 14.50 crore net across 10,484 shows to lift its total India net collection to Rs 348.85 crore.

indiatimes.com·22 hr ago

Box office

'You Can See Everything': Canadian Nathan Fielder's doc is a box-office hit'You Can See Everything': Canadian Nathan Fielder's doc is a box-office hit

A Canadian connection plays out through the box office and critical hit “You Can See Everything.” Its co-director is B.C. born and raised Nathan Fielder. Fans say his work on the new blockbuster follows in the rich tradition of Canadian documentary filmmaking.

cp24.com·23 hr ago

Box office

Tu Hai Meri Kiran Opening Day Box Office Collections: Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal starrer takes DISASTROUS start, nets Rs 10 lakh on Day 1Tu Hai Meri Kiran Opening Day Box Office Collections: Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal starrer takes DISASTROUS start, nets Rs 10 lakh on Day 1

The Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal starrer romantic thriller Tu Hai Meri Kiran, directed by Karan Rawal, is a disaster on arrival. Details below.

pinkvilla.com·yesterday

Box office

How can Australian films get a fighting chance at the box office?How can Australian films get a fighting chance at the box office?

It’s been a bumper year at the box office, but most Australian films have struggled to cut through. IF explores how the industry can give audiences more reasons to say yes to local films.

if.com.au·2 days ago

Box office

China's first AI film hits cinemas, but ticket sales lagChina's first AI film hits cinemas, but ticket sales lag

China's first fully AI-generated feature film opens in cinemas on Friday in what promises to be a tough box-office test for the country's booming tech industry

newindianexpress.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·4 days ago

Box office

China's First Fully AI-Generated Film Struggles at Box OfficeChina's First Fully AI-Generated Film Struggles at Box Office

China's first fully AI-generated feature film opens in cinemas on Friday in what promises to be a tough box-office test for the country's booming tech industry as advance ticket sales lag.

breitbart.com·yesterday

Box office

A24 Gives 2026's Biggest Surprise Hit Additional Theaters After Phenomenal Box-Office DebutA24 Gives 2026's Biggest Surprise Hit Additional Theaters After Phenomenal Box-Office Debut

A24 is expanding the cinema release of its surprise hit You Can See Everything following a strong box-office debut. The film is now set to contend against DC Studios' Clayface for the top weekend spot.

collider.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Netflix reportedly wanted a $500 million film and TV deal with Xbox – but the counter offer was $800 millionNetflix reportedly wanted a $500 million film and TV deal with Xbox – but the counter offer was $800 million

gamesradar.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

A24's 'Club Kid' heads to AMFA on Nov. 4A24's 'Club Kid' heads to AMFA on Nov. 4

A24's Club Kid, the feature directorial debut from writer and actor Jordan Firstman, is heading to Little Rock prior to its theatrical release. A free screening will take place at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts on 4 November through a partnership with the Arkansas Cinema Society and the Reel Queer Film Festival. The film, which previously appeared at the Telluride Film Festival, is scheduled to open in select cinemas on 6 November.

arktimes.com·24 hr ago

Distribution and licensing

SantaBanta Yellamma Locks Worldwide Theatrical Release for MSantaBanta Yellamma Locks Worldwide Theatrical Release for M

National Award-winning music director Devi Sri Prasad is stepping in front of the camera for SantaBanta Yellamma. The project has locked in its worldwide theatrical release.

santabanta.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

With Minecraft and Diablo shows already on the way, Netflix reportedly offered Xbox $500m for a bigger film and TV dealWith Minecraft and Diablo shows already on the way, Netflix reportedly offered Xbox $500m for a bigger film and TV deal

eurogamer.net·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Inside Sony's Anime Empire: Aniplex, Crunchyroll, And StudiosInside Sony's Anime Empire: Aniplex, Crunchyroll, And Studios

Sony has shared an overview of its strategic approach to Japanese animation. The published material outlines how the company connects animation production with studios, global distribution, gaming, and merchandising.

cartoonbrew.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Ramayana Advance Booking: Ranbir Kapoor & Yash starrer crosses 50,000 pre-sales at National chains, 12 days ahead releaseRamayana Advance Booking: Ranbir Kapoor & Yash starrer crosses 50,000 pre-sales at National chains, 12 days ahead release

Ranbir Kapoor and Yash starrer Ramayana has surpassed 50,000 pre-sales at national chains 12 days before release. The film is experiencing promising ticket sales and building momentum for its box office debut.

pinkvilla.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Mammootty, Adoor Gopalakrishnan’s Padayaatra Locks Theatrical ReleaseMammootty, Adoor Gopalakrishnan’s Padayaatra Locks Theatrical Release

Social drama Padayaatra has confirmed its theatrical release. The film marks Adoor Gopalakrishnan's return to directing after a decade, reuniting him with Mammootty following their past collaborations on Vidheyan and Ponthan Mada.

filmfare.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·4 days ago

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 focusing on film post-production training. Communications minister Fahmi Fadzil noted that discussions also addressed Netflix's selection process, which could help local films, animation and intellectual property find global audiences.

freemalaysiatoday.com·4 days ago

Media tech and AI

Eline van der Velden At NDTV World Summit: AI Film Industry Will Create More Jobs, Not Take Them AwayEline van der Velden At NDTV World Summit: AI Film Industry Will Create More Jobs, Not Take Them Away

Velden said it's a whole new endeavour and it would democratise the process. Velden specifically argued for AI actors in an AI film, and not AI actors in a human film.

sunriseradio.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

OpenAI resumes frontier AI training with enhanced security, no internet accessOpenAI resumes frontier AI training with enhanced security, no internet access

OpenAI has resumed training its most advanced artificial intelligence models following a security overhaul and the removal of internet access. The company also revealed a software flaw that it discovered while testing its system defences.

ksl.com·23 hr ago

Media tech and AI

'Dense beats sparse': Sipeed and Axera challenge Nvidia DGX Spark with 128GB MaixStation AI computer'Dense beats sparse': Sipeed and Axera challenge Nvidia DGX Spark with 128GB MaixStation AI computer

Sipeed has introduced a 3,999 dollar artificial intelligence mini PC to compete with Nvidia's 6,950 dollar DGX Spark. The 128GB MaixStation claims its 256 TOPS configuration can outperform 1,000 TOPS alternatives.

techradar.com·23 hr ago

Media tech and AI

Prediction: Nvidia Will Outperform Broadcom Over the Next 5 YearsPrediction: Nvidia Will Outperform Broadcom Over the Next 5 Years

A financial forecast suggests Nvidia will outperform Broadcom over the coming five years. The analysis notes, however, that artificial intelligence investors are well positioned with either stock.

fool.com·24 hr ago

Media tech and AI

Senior Post Production Producer - South Africa - Remote within South AfricaSenior Post Production Producer - South Africa - Remote within South Africa

Africa’s premier B2B news site across 18 industries. Your sector's news, opinions, research, events, jobs and companies.

bizcommunity.com·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

SMPTE to Hold its Annual Tech Summit in Conjunction With NAB Show NY Starting in 2027SMPTE to Hold its Annual Tech Summit in Conjunction With NAB Show NY Starting in 2027

SMPTE will hold its annual technology summit in conjunction with NAB Show New York beginning in 2027. The announcement comes as NAB Show New York concluded after attracting 6,700 attendees across its two-day run.

tvtechnology.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

Still mad at Valve for Steam's AI disclosures, Epic Games boss criticizes "forcing developers to write a political statement to be used against them by the hate mob"Still mad at Valve for Steam's AI disclosures, Epic Games boss criticizes "forcing developers to write a political statement to be used against them by the hate mob"

gamesradar.com·24 hr ago

Festivals and markets

Tokyo Film Festival Highlights: Global Standouts And New AnimeTokyo Film Festival Highlights: Global Standouts And New Anime

The Tokyo Film Festival's animation line-up features international premieres alongside original anime. The programme also includes discussions focusing on creative careers and opportunities for women directors.

cartoonbrew.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

‘Making the Line’ hula documentary makes world premiere at HIFF‘Making the Line’ hula documentary makes world premiere at HIFF

The hula documentary Making the Line arrives on the big screen on Thursday night. Its world premiere will take place at the Hawaii International Film Festival.

hawaiinewsnow.com·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

London Film Festival round-up: a five-star weepie, a sweeping Spanish epic and a misspent youth in post-punk ManchesterLondon Film Festival round-up: a five-star weepie, a sweeping Spanish epic and a misspent youth in post-punk Manchester

This year’s festival showcased a slate of exceptional films, but there were a few big director misfires too.

theconversation.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

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

Cannes Lions PR guide: how the festival works, the PR Lions categories, the 2026 winners led by The KitKat Heist and the new integrity rules for all entries.

everything-pr.com·3 days ago

Festivals and markets

Student guide to the Ottawa International Animation FestivalStudent guide to the Ottawa International Animation Festival

Reading Time: 3 minutesEven if you're strapped for cash at the moment and can't swing the ticket, there are still ways you can meaningfully engage with the festival and get those connections going.

thefulcrum.ca·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Texas A&M virtual production film premieres at Austin festivalTexas A&M virtual production film premieres at Austin festival

'Chase Your Dreams,' a five-minute Texas A&M Virtual Production Institute film, premieres at Austin Film Festival and continues screenings at festivals nationwide.

theeagle.com·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

The second edition of Japanese Film for Kigali audience is launched since 21 to 24 October 2026The second edition of Japanese Film for Kigali audience is launched since 21 to 24 October 2026

The Embassy of Japan in Rwanda in collaboration with the Centre Culturel Francophone du Rwanda, and with the support of the Japan Foundation, today opened the 2nd Japanese Film Festival Africa, bri…

rnanews.com·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

Cork Airport expecting 58,000 passengers this bank holiday jazz weekenedCork Airport expecting 58,000 passengers this bank holiday jazz weekened

Cork Airport is expecting 58,000 passengers this October bank holiday weekend, with tens of thousands of festival-goers landing on Leeside to enjoy the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival. The busiest day of the bank holiday weekend for arriving passengers will be tomorrow (Friday), Octo

southernstar.ie·3 days ago