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Deals and acquisitions

Paramount+ Acquires Rights to 'Blippi' and 'CoComelon' SeriesParamount+ Acquires Rights to 'Blippi' and 'CoComelon' Series

variety.com·18 hr ago

Deals and acquisitions

Daytime Emmys chief and ex-Twitter exec tells us exactly what he thinks of Elon Musk's X takeoverDaytime Emmys chief and ex-Twitter exec tells us exactly what he thinks of Elon Musk's X takeover

pagesix.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Forza director, who'd been with Turn 10 for 27 years leaves Microsoft, following studios merger with Playground GamesForza director, who'd been with Turn 10 for 27 years leaves Microsoft, following studios merger with Playground Games

eurogamer.net·21 hr ago

Deals and acquisitions

Televisa (TV) Q3 2026 Earnings Call TranscriptTelevisa (TV) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

AT&T Mexico acquisition for $2B expands market share to 23% amid World Cup revenue surge.

aol.com·19 hr ago

Deals and acquisitions

Bouygues records a non-cash impairment on its stake in TF1. The Group reaffirms its confidence in TF1’s transformation strategy.Bouygues records a non-cash impairment on its stake in TF1. The Group reaffirms its confidence in TF1’s transformation strategy.

Bouyguesrecords a non-cash impairment on its stake in TF1. The Group reaffirms its confidence in TF1’s transformation strategy.

manilatimes.net·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Wentworth reboot lands at 5 in the UK as Fremantle takes Beyond Bars to marketWentworth reboot lands at 5 in the UK as Fremantle takes Beyond Bars to market

Broadcaster 5 has secured exclusive UK rights to the upcoming reboot of women's prison drama Wentworth. Distributed internationally by Fremantle, the series is currently in production in Melbourne for Australian platform Binge. Eight earlier seasons of the drama previously aired on 5 and 5Star.

c21media.net·2 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Byron Allen Earns Profit After Selling All the Starz Stock He Bought From Steven MnuchinByron Allen Earns Profit After Selling All the Starz Stock He Bought From Steven Mnuchin

Byron Allen has sold all of his shares in Starz at a profit. He had acquired the stock earlier this year from Steve Mnuchin, the former Hollywood producer and Treasury Secretary.

variety.com·2 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Reemah Sakaan gets expanded role as Skydance reveals int’l leaders, key departuresReemah Sakaan gets expanded role as Skydance reveals int’l leaders, key departures

Skydance has revealed another raft of executive appointments and departures as JB Perrette, who oversees streaming and television outside the US, establishes the international leadership team following the US$110bn merger of Paramount Skydance and Warner

c21media.net·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

New Shows & Movies To Watch This Weekend: ‘The Gilded Age’ on HBO Max, ‘Dexter: Resurrection’ on Paramount+ and MoreNew Shows & Movies To Watch This Weekend: ‘The Gilded Age’ on HBO Max, ‘Dexter: Resurrection’ on Paramount+ and More

Plus, check out he premiere of Nocturne on Apple TV.

decider.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

‘Nocturne’ cast guide: Meet the stars of Stephen Graham’s thrilling Apple TV series‘Nocturne’ cast guide: Meet the stars of Stephen Graham’s thrilling Apple TV series

Get to know Nocturne’s cast members and characters.

decider.com·21 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

The Most Popular Streaming Movies This WeekThe Most Popular Streaming Movies This Week

Here’s what everybody’s streaming and talking about this week.

wkdq.com·16 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

In 1 Day, Apple TV's New 10-Episode "Silence of the Lambs Meets True Detective" Thriller Is a Streaming SmashIn 1 Day, Apple TV's New 10-Episode "Silence of the Lambs Meets True Detective" Thriller Is a Streaming Smash

It didn't take long for Apple's latest to become one of the most popular shows on streaming.

movieweb.com·20 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Apple TV’s Nocturne is Nordic noir by the numbersApple TV’s Nocturne is Nordic noir by the numbers

Apple TV's Nocturne has just enough serviceable storytelling and professionally lit scenes to lull you into habit-viewing. But after several episodes of uninspired reveals you might suddenly come to your senses and ask: "Wait, why am I watching this?"

cinaradio.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Gigabyte Tax Passes in France as Netflix, Google and MetaGigabyte Tax Passes in France as Netflix, Google and Meta

France's National Assembly adopted a gigabyte tax of 5.5 euro cents per gigabyte delivered to French users, by 11 votes to 10, over government objections.

techaeris.com·15 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Everything New on Paramount+ in November 2026Everything New on Paramount+ in November 2026

A new wave of films and television programmes is arriving on Paramount+ in November 2026. The incoming titles include numerous Christmas films alongside the return of Yellowjackets for its fourth and final season. In addition, sports fans will be able to watch a Thanksgiving NFL game on the streaming service.

thewrap.com·19 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Netflix's 'Cliff Booth' Won't Play in Regal and Cinemark TheatersNetflix's 'Cliff Booth' Won't Play in Regal and Cinemark Theaters

variety.com·18 hr ago

Box office

Box Office: 'You Can See Everything' To Lead Sleepy Halloween WeekendBox Office: 'You Can See Everything' To Lead Sleepy Halloween Weekend

You Can See Everything is expected to lead over a sleepy Halloween weekend at the box office. The film is currently competing against Clayface for the number one spot.

deadline.com·21 hr ago

Box office

China’s First Fully AI-Generated Movie Struggles at Box Office Despite Historic Theatrical ReleaseChina’s First Fully AI-Generated Movie Struggles at Box Office Despite Historic Theatrical Release

China's first widely released feature-length movie produced entirely using artificial intelligence has struggled to attract cinema audiences. The film has faced weak ticket sales despite its historic theatrical release, raising questions about the format.

highlandstoday.com·21 hr ago

Box office

Ramayana: Ranbir Kapoor Or Yash; Who Brings The Bigger Box Office Advantage? Trade Expert DecodesRamayana: Ranbir Kapoor Or Yash; Who Brings The Bigger Box Office Advantage? Trade Expert Decodes

Ramayana Box Office: As Ranbir Kapoor will be locking horns with Yash for the first time in Ramayana, here’s who is bringing the bigger box office advantage

filmibeat.com·16 hr ago

Box office

Disney's Hexed Box Office Forecast Points to a Strong DebutDisney's Hexed Box Office Forecast Points to a Strong Debut

The movie could be one of Disney's most successful original animated movies in years.

laughingplace.com·21 hr ago

Box office

Jenna Ortega’s New Dystopian Sci-Fi Movie Cancels International Release After Box Office FlopJenna Ortega’s New Dystopian Sci-Fi Movie Cancels International Release After Box Office Flop

One of 2026's biggest box office flops is making some sudden changes to its release schedule.

movieweb.com·20 hr ago

Box office

AI Generated Feature Film Flops at Chinese Box OfficeAI Generated Feature Film Flops at Chinese Box Office

A fully AI generated feature, 'Sanxingdui: Future Past,' flopped at the Chinese box office this past weekend, earning just $181,000.

indiewire.com·3 days ago

Box office

2026 Global Box Office Is Headed For Its Best Year Since 20192026 Global Box Office Is Headed For Its Best Year Since 2019

The global box office is making a comeback.

screenrant.com·17 hr ago

Box office

Pankaj Tripathi On Mirzapur: The Movie’s Box Office SuccessPankaj Tripathi On Mirzapur: The Movie’s Box Office Success

Pankaj Tripathi says Mirzapur: The Movie challenged the myth that only star-driven films can draw audiences, as he discusses character popularity, box office trends and his approach to choosing roles.

outlookindia.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

TBS, Toei Animation, TV Tokyo invest in anime platform AniBiz.comTBS, Toei Animation, TV Tokyo invest in anime platform AniBiz.com

Japanese companies TBS Group, Toei Animation and TV Tokyo have invested in California-based Nakama's anime licensing platform AniBiz.com. The platform has expanded to over 30 anime licensors since its launch in July, including TV Asahi, Genco, docomo Anime Store and ABC Animation. Nakama described the investment by major intellectual property creators as further establishing the platform as an official gateway for global anime licensing.

c21media.net·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Suriya Scene Trailer Release DateSuriya Scene Trailer Release Date

The audio and trailer for Suriya's Scene will be launched on 31 October. The promotional releases come ahead of the film's worldwide theatrical premiere on 6 November.

filmibeat.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Sony has snapped up the film rights for MouthwashingSony has snapped up the film rights for Mouthwashing

eurogamer.net·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Ramayana Advance Booking Crosses Rs 40 Crore Worldwide, Trails Dhurandhar 2 In Pre-SalesRamayana Advance Booking Crosses Rs 40 Crore Worldwide, Trails Dhurandhar 2 In Pre-Sales

Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana Part 1 has crossed Rs 40 crore in worldwide advance bookings, but trails Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 in pre-release ticket sales.

oneindia.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Ali G Who Iz I? Extends Theatrical Release; Amazon Praises Cohen MovieAli G Who Iz I? Extends Theatrical Release; Amazon Praises Cohen Movie

Sacha Baron Cohen directed and stars in the feature that is now streaming on Prime Video.

hollywoodreporter.com·3 days ago

Distribution and licensing

'Nooru Kodi Vaanavil' OTT release date: Harish Kalyan and Sasi's long-delayed film to skip theatrical release; Here's when and where to watch the film'Nooru Kodi Vaanavil' OTT release date: Harish Kalyan and Sasi's long-delayed film to skip theatrical release; Here's when and where to watch the film

indiatimes.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

The real reason why A24 movies take so long to reach cinemas outside the USThe real reason why A24 movies take so long to reach cinemas outside the US

Delays in bringing A24 films to international cinemas are influenced by rights negotiations, release scheduling, and box-office considerations. These elements together determine how and when films reach local screens outside the US.

thenationalnews.com·5 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Anime Licensing Platform AniBiz Gets $6 Million Investment From Japan’s TBS Group, Toei Animation and TV Tokyo HoldingsAnime Licensing Platform AniBiz Gets $6 Million Investment From Japan’s TBS Group, Toei Animation and TV Tokyo Holdings

Nakama, the start-up behind anime licensing platform AniBiz.com, raised $6 million in funding from TBS Group, Toei Animation and TV Tokyo Holdings.

variety.com·4 days ago

Media tech and AI

Sony Debuts RIALTO 65 Camera Extension SystemSony Debuts RIALTO 65 Camera Extension System

Extending the VENICE 2 CineAlta camera, RIALTO 65 has an imaging area around 2.2 times larger than that of a 35mm full-frame image sensor

tvtechnology.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

Why Nvidia Stock Took a Dive TodayWhy Nvidia Stock Took a Dive Today

Shares in the AI chipmaker fell following renewed concerns over circular AI financing. Investors reacted as market fears emerged around the company's funding models.

aol.com·19 hr ago

Media tech and AI

OpenAI CEO says it's 'quite terrible' for your PC to have RAMOpenAI CEO says it's 'quite terrible' for your PC to have RAM

OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman suggested that people holding RAM in personal computers is suboptimal when the hardware could instead supply AI data centres. He made the remarks during a recent podcast interview discussing computing resources.

tomshardware.com·21 hr ago

Media tech and AI

Comcast, one of Philly's largest employers, slashes hundreds of jobs as it invests in AI to help customersComcast, one of Philly's largest employers, slashes hundreds of jobs as it invests in AI to help customers

Workers described a tense atmosphere at the company’s two-building Center City headquarters, with one describing seeing people “crying in the halls or the bathrooms.”

inquirer.com·21 hr ago

Media tech and AI

'Shaun The Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom' Co-Director On Why He Thinks AI Isn't A Threat To Stop Motion Animation -'Shaun The Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom' Co-Director On Why He Thinks AI Isn't A Threat To Stop Motion Animation -

While premiering the film at Lucca Comics and Games, Europe's biggest gaming and comic book festival, Matthew Walker, the co-director of Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom, spoke with the local Italian press about the film. There, he spoke at length with Variety about how he, as a…

mxdwn.com·19 hr ago

Media tech and AI

OpenAI backs shared signal for websites to set AI training preferencesOpenAI backs shared signal for websites to set AI training preferences

econotimes.com·19 hr ago

Media tech and AI

Voice cloning in AI-generated music: how IP professionals can play instrumental roleVoice cloning in AI-generated music: how IP professionals can play instrumental role

Carla Santa Maria of Becerril, Coca & Becerril examines the opportunities and risks of AI voice cloning and the legal protections available to artists and performers

managingip.com·3 days ago

Media tech and AI

Foxconn working on a new tie-up with OpenAI, says there is no AI bubbleFoxconn working on a new tie-up with OpenAI, says there is no AI bubble

dealstreetasia.com·23 hr ago

Festivals and markets

Down and Dirty Pictures: Miramax, Sundance and the Rise of Independent Film by Peter BiskindDown and Dirty Pictures: Miramax, Sundance and the Rise of Independent Film by Peter Biskind

Tom Fleming: Who Needs Hollywood? - Down and Dirty Pictures: Miramax, Sundance and the Rise of Independent Film by Peter Biskind

literaryreview.co.uk·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Edinburgh Film Festival Toasts Bollywood With ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ Anniversary Event at 2028 EditionEdinburgh Film Festival Toasts Bollywood With ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ Anniversary Event at 2028 Edition

The Edinburgh International Film Festival has confirmed a special 30th anniversary screening of Karan Johar's 1998 Indian film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai as part of its 2028 edition. The cult favourite features Indian cinema stars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in leading roles.

hollywoodreporter.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

Fukuoka Independent Film Festival 2026Fukuoka Independent Film Festival 2026

The Fukuoka Independent Film Festival was established in Fukuoka in 2009 by independent filmmakers as a joint screening event. The festival originated from an initial initiative to present independent cinema.

fukuoka-now.com·15 hr ago

Festivals and markets

HBCU film festival to return to DC next weekHBCU film festival to return to DC next week

The HBCU First Look Film and TV Festival will return to Howard University in Washington DC next week, running from 5 to 7 November. According to festival founder Sheila Eldridge, the event received more than 450 submissions from college and HBCU students, marking its largest entry pool to date. Organisers noted that several young filmmakers who are finalists organically integrated artificial intelligence into their work, applying it to areas including script writing, shooting, character development and music.

wtop.com·14 hr ago

Festivals and markets

30th Winterthur International Short Film Festival30th Winterthur International Short Film Festival

The 30th Winterthur International Short Film Festival presents curated short film programmes focused on current affairs. The selected works reflect topics chosen by the event's curators.

myswitzerland.com·16 hr ago

Festivals and markets

“Big Screen Country” wraps up film festival in Big Sky Country“Big Screen Country” wraps up film festival in Big Sky Country

The Montana Film Festival has wrapped up its final day. The event celebrated "big screen country" in Big Sky Country.

kpax.com·5 days ago

Festivals and markets

'Ann Wilson: In My Voice' Documentary Has UK Premiere at Doc'n Roll Festival on Nov. 1'Ann Wilson: In My Voice' Documentary Has UK Premiere at Doc'n Roll Festival on Nov. 1

The documentary Ann Wilson: In My Voice is scheduled to have its UK premiere at the Regent Street Cinema in London on Sunday 1 November. The screening forms part of the 13th annual Doc'n Roll Festival.

wmgk.com·15 hr ago

Festivals and markets

TIFF 2026: Cartoon Brew Festival And Market Daily OneTIFF 2026: Cartoon Brew Festival And Market Daily One

Explore Tokyo’s animation selection, Sun Xun’s historic competition entry, and TIFFCOM’s plans for anime exports and international co-production.

cartoonbrew.com·20 hr ago