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Deals and acquisitions

Roku Head Charlie Collier, Tubi CEO Anjali Sud Depart as Paul Cheesbrough Named CEO of Fox Digital PlatformsRoku Head Charlie Collier, Tubi CEO Anjali Sud Depart as Paul Cheesbrough Named CEO of Fox Digital Platforms

Roku head Charlie Collier and Tubi chief executive Anjali Sud are stepping down following the completion of Fox's takeover of Roku. Meanwhile, Paul Cheesbrough has been appointed as chief executive of Fox Digital Platforms.

thewrap.com·21 hr ago

Deals and acquisitions

Fox closes $22 billion Roku takeover ahead of expected 2027 timetable · DiggFox closes $22 billion Roku takeover ahead of expected 2027 timetable · Digg

digg.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Chelsea FC tunes into Christmas with a festive TV takeoverChelsea FC tunes into Christmas with a festive TV takeover

Chelsea FC is marking the festive season by transforming its Christmas campaign into a television-style network. The programming will feature players from its men's and women's teams across weather forecasts, shopping channels and sports phone-ins.

marketing-interactive.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

France clears Banijay Gaming’s acquisition of casino operator JoaFrance clears Banijay Gaming’s acquisition of casino operator Joa

France's competition authority has approved Banijay Gaming's planned acquisition of casino operator Joa without conditions. The regulator concluded that the transaction is unlikely to harm competition, marking the first review in France to examine a deal spanning online and land-based gambling. Potential overlap was principally identified in poker, following consultations with competitors and national gambling regulator the ANJ. The authority noted that players move between online platforms and casino venues, while finding the prospect of legalised online casino games too uncertain to assess.

igamingbusiness.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Culture secretary Lisa Nandy intervenes in Sky's takeover of ITVCulture secretary Lisa Nandy intervenes in Sky's takeover of ITV

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has intervened on public interest grounds in Sky's proposed acquisition of ITV. The intervention means the planned takeover deal could potentially be blocked.

dailymail.com·3 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

1920 VFX completes management buyout1920 VFX completes management buyout

1920 VFX has completed a founder-backed management buyout.

televisual.com·2 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Tubi CEO Anjali Sud, Roku Media President Charlie Collier Exiting In Wake Of Fox-Roku MergerTubi CEO Anjali Sud, Roku Media President Charlie Collier Exiting In Wake Of Fox-Roku Merger

deadline.com·20 hr ago

Deals and acquisitions

Fox completes $22bn Roku acquisition, closing streaming dealFox completes $22bn Roku acquisition, closing streaming deal

financial-news.co.uk·15 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

8 New TV Shows to Watch This Weekend on Netflix, HBO, and Apple TV (November 6 - 8)8 New TV Shows to Watch This Weekend on Netflix, HBO, and Apple TV (November 6 - 8)

This week's streaming television picks highlight a variety of new and returning programmes. Featured shows across Netflix, HBO and Apple TV include a sports drama, an anime series and a comedy cooking documentary.

polygon.com·18 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

All 18 Episodes Of Netflix's Best Fantasy Series Deliver Peak AnimationAll 18 Episodes Of Netflix's Best Fantasy Series Deliver Peak Animation

A flawless fantasy series worth binging.

screenrant.com·14 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Netflix's Biggest Sci-Fi Release Of 2026 Officially Arrives November 26Netflix's Biggest Sci-Fi Release Of 2026 Officially Arrives November 26

Ditching typical rogue AI and killer robots, this upcoming Netflix release delivers a deeply unsettling take on human survival.

screenrant.com·16 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Apple TV renews ‘Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars’ for season threeApple TV renews ‘Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars’ for season three

‘Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars’ is getting a third season, in an announcement that came hours after its second season came to a close.

9to5mac.com·15 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

J.J. Abrams’ ‘Jurassic Park’ Replacement HBO Max Release Date Officially ConfirmedJ.J. Abrams’ ‘Jurassic Park’ Replacement HBO Max Release Date Officially Confirmed

The streaming release date for J.J. Abrams' The End of Oak Street has been officially set. The title is scheduled to debut on HBO Max later this month.

collider.com·18 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Netflix announces 'Stranger Things' prequel set in NevadaNetflix announces 'Stranger Things' prequel set in Nevada

The Silver State is turning upside down.

mynews4.com·16 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

'Stranger Things' prequel series coming to Netflix in 2028'Stranger Things' prequel series coming to Netflix in 2028

Things are turning upside down again. Netflix is heading back to the world of "Stranger Things" with a prequel series set decades before viewers first arrived in Hawkins, Indiana.

koaa.com·17 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Anne Hathaway and JJ Abrams Sci-Fi Thriller Sets Official HBO Max Streaming DateAnne Hathaway and JJ Abrams Sci-Fi Thriller Sets Official HBO Max Streaming Date

'The End of Oak Street' just got a streaming release date for HBO Max.

polygon.com·20 hr ago

Box office

Ramayana Part One Early Box Office Trends: Ranbir Kapoor and Yash starrer holds well on Day 2 in India, Dubbed versions impressRamayana Part One Early Box Office Trends: Ranbir Kapoor and Yash starrer holds well on Day 2 in India, Dubbed versions impress

Early box office trends show that the Ranbir Kapoor and Yash starrer Ramayana Part One has held up well on its second day in India, with its dubbed versions impressing. The opening four days will precede Monday, which is expected to set the tone for the production's wider business.

pinkvilla.com·23 hr ago

Box office

Box Office: Sony Pictures' "Klara" Makes 17 Bucks Per Theater After Costing $40 Mil, "Cat in the Hat" Opens to $1 Mil In Previews, Theranos Draws BloodBox Office: Sony Pictures' "Klara" Makes 17 Bucks Per Theater After Costing $40 Mil, "Cat in the Hat" Opens to $1 Mil In Previews, Theranos Draws Blood

keep refreshing... Last night's box office was pretty clear. Sony has another dud on its hands with "Klara and the Sun." This was Klara-fied last night

showbiz411.com·19 hr ago

Box office

Ramayan Box Office Day 1: Ranbir Kapoor–Yash epic opens at Rs. 62.47 crores; Hindi belt DELIVERS but South DISAPPOINTSRamayan Box Office Day 1: Ranbir Kapoor–Yash epic opens at Rs. 62.47 crores; Hindi belt DELIVERS but South DISAPPOINTS

Ramayan arrived in theatres with the weight of a nation’s expectations on its shoulders, and while the opening is undeniably big, it hasn’t quite touched

bollywoodhungama.com·14 hr ago

Box office

Wil Loper reviews “Godzilla Minus Zero” and “Wild Horse Nine” as films debut at box officeWil Loper reviews “Godzilla Minus Zero” and “Wild Horse Nine” as films debut at box office

Two highly anticipated new movies arrived in theaters on Friday.

wmtv15news.com·15 hr ago

Box office

Top Opening Days of All Time at Indian Box Office: Pushpa 2 continues to rule, Where does Ramayana stand?Top Opening Days of All Time at Indian Box Office: Pushpa 2 continues to rule, Where does Ramayana stand?

Pushpa 2 continued to rule as the biggest opener of all time at the Indian box office. Ramayana became the fourth Bollywood film to enter the Top 15 list.

pinkvilla.com·23 hr ago

Box office

Johnny Depp's Comeback: Inside Paramount's Careful 'Ebenezer' PromotionJohnny Depp's Comeback: Inside Paramount's Careful 'Ebenezer' Promotion

Paramount is carefully promoting "Ebenezer", marking Johnny Depp's first Hollywood film in eight years. The studio faces questions over whether the "Pirates of the Caribbean" star will be accepted at the box office.

indiewire.com·21 hr ago

Box office

Ramayana: Part One Projects Rs. 65 Crore Opening Day at Indian Box OfficeRamayana: Part One Projects Rs. 65 Crore Opening Day at Indian Box Office

MUMBAI, Nov 6: Ramayana: Part One, featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, is projected to earn around Rs. 65 crore on its first day at the Indian box office. The Hindi version is expected to contribute approximately Rs. 45 crore, while South-dubbed versions might add another Rs. 16-17 crore to the…

udaipurkiran.com·2 days ago

Box office

Taiwan Should Bet on Horror to Crack Indonesia's Box Office: StudyTaiwan Should Bet on Horror to Crack Indonesia's Box Office: Study

Taiwan should focus on horror films and remakes to enter the Indonesian market, according to a study by K7 Media. The findings were presented at the Taiwan Creative Content Fest.

variety.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Netflix's Bid to Buy Radford Studio Lot StallsNetflix's Bid to Buy Radford Studio Lot Stalls

hollywoodreporter.com·18 hr ago

Distribution and licensing

Johnny Depp Surprises New York Crowds As Ebenezer Scrooge Ahead Of 'Ebenezer' Theatrical ReleaseJohnny Depp Surprises New York Crowds As Ebenezer Scrooge Ahead Of 'Ebenezer' Theatrical Release

Johnny Depp has launched his upcoming film Ebenezer with a special screening in New York ahead of its theatrical release. During the promotion, he also surprised visitors at Bryant Park's Christmas Market dressed as Ebenezer Scrooge.

glamsham.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Lionsgate Studios (LION) Q2 2027 Earnings Call TranscriptLionsgate Studios (LION) Q2 2027 Earnings Call Transcript

Lionsgate Studios has reported its earnings call transcript for the second quarter of 2027. Results were driven by library strength alongside a 56 percent surge in television production.

fool.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Paramount sets Danny McBride's G.I. Joe movie for theatrical release on Oct. 20, 2028 · DiggParamount sets Danny McBride's G.I. Joe movie for theatrical release on Oct. 20, 2028 · Digg

digg.com·16 hr ago

Distribution and licensing

Scene Advance Booking Tamil Nadu: Suriya's Film Crosses ₹5 Crore In Day 1 Pre-SalesScene Advance Booking Tamil Nadu: Suriya's Film Crosses ₹5 Crore In Day 1 Pre-Sales

The film Scene, starring Suriya, has crossed ₹5 crore in Day 1 advance bookings across Tamil Nadu. The milestone comes ahead of its theatrical release on 6 November.

filmibeat.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Fox Entertainment Studios Signs First-Look Deal With Lisa Hamilton Daly’s Cottage Industry EntertainmentFox Entertainment Studios Signs First-Look Deal With Lisa Hamilton Daly’s Cottage Industry Entertainment

Fox Entertainment Studios has entered into a first-look development and production deal with Cottage Industry Entertainment. The agreement will deliver scripted television programmes and feature films based on original work as well as book adaptations. Among the upcoming projects is a television adaptation of Danielle Steel's bestselling novel The Whittiers.

thewrap.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Vivek Oberoi says Ranbir Kapoor made him see “My Ram Ji” in Ramayana: Part 1, calls Yash “brilliant” as RavanaVivek Oberoi says Ranbir Kapoor made him see “My Ram Ji” in Ramayana: Part 1, calls Yash “brilliant” as Ravana

Following the theatrical release of Ramayana: Part 1 on November 5, Vivek Oberoi took to social media to share a heartfelt note celebrating the film and

bollywoodhungama.com·19 hr ago

Distribution and licensing

BBC licence fee fears grow as Government responds to callsBBC licence fee fears grow as Government responds to calls

A petition calling for the BBC licence fee not to be extended to subscribers of rival streaming services has received a Government response, amid growing questions over how the broadcaster will be funded in future.

andoveradvertiser.co.uk·20 hr ago

Media tech and AI

Post-Production Coordinator - South Africa - SandtonPost-Production Coordinator - South Africa - Sandton

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

iQIYI Gains 7% After AI Film Restoration Earns Golden Rooster NodiQIYI Gains 7% After AI Film Restoration Earns Golden Rooster Nod

Shares in iQIYI recorded a 7.06% intraday rise, pushing the sub-$1 stock closer towards the dollar mark. The movement came hours after the streamer announced that its AI film restoration work had been shortlisted for a Golden Rooster nod.

247wallst.com·19 hr ago

Media tech and AI

iQIYI Stock Surges 6.4% After AI Film Restoration Earns Golden Rooster NodiQIYI Stock Surges 6.4% After AI Film Restoration Earns Golden Rooster Nod

Shares in iQIYI rose by 6.4% following content news ahead of the market open. The move came after the streamer's AI film restoration was shortlisted for the Golden Rooster Awards AI unit.

247wallst.com·23 hr ago

Media tech and AI

‘Kamen Rider’ Studio Toei Frames Generative AI Rules, Sets First Video Games for 2027‘Kamen Rider’ Studio Toei Frames Generative AI Rules, Sets First Video Games for 2027

Toei, the studio behind Kamen Rider, has established rules regarding generative AI and commenced using the technology in production. The update was shared by Yoshimura Fumio at the Taiwan Creative Content Fest. The company has also set its first video games for 2027.

variety.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

'Lord of the Rings,' 'Avatar' VFX Team Weta FX to Back Taiwan Studio'Lord of the Rings,' 'Avatar' VFX Team Weta FX to Back Taiwan Studio

‘Lord of the Rings,’ ‘Avatar’ VFX house Weta FX is partnering with Taiwan’s Moonshine Studio under an AI pact with TAICCA.

variety.com·yesterday

Media tech and AI

AI Film 'Gods Don't Give Gifts' Hopes to Tap YouTube Following, and Grimes, for Breakout MomentAI Film 'Gods Don't Give Gifts' Hopes to Tap YouTube Following, and Grimes, for Breakout Moment

The "animated film" comes from Zack London, the AI artist behind the YouTube channel Gossip Goblin

thewrap.com·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

The Loc Studios expands into on-set VFXThe Loc Studios expands into on-set VFX

VFX studio, The Loc Studios, has expanded into 3D and on-set VFX "in response to rising demand from UK independent films and co-productions."

televisual.com·3 days ago

Media tech and AI

Of Course Grimes Is In The First AI Film To Screen In US TheatersOf Course Grimes Is In The First AI Film To Screen In US Theaters

Despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary, various moneyed interests continue to believe that people actually want to watch AI-generated movies. In the past few years, some filmmakers have humiliated themselves by experimenting with AI, ending up with things like Steven Soderbergh’s John…

stereogum.com·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

KCLR Daily reveals The Subtitle European Film FestivalKCLR Daily reveals The Subtitle European Film Festival

The Subtitle European Film Festival is returning to Kilkenny. The news was revealed on the KCLR Daily by Kilkenomics's Richard Cook alongside KCLR chief executive John Purcell.

kclr96fm.com·21 hr ago

Festivals and markets

TIFF Daily 3: Anime’s $28 Billion Market, New Awards, And FathomTIFF Daily 3: Anime’s $28 Billion Market, New Awards, And Fathom

Japanese studios have discussed overseas growth whilst industry leaders presented the case for new animation honours. Additionally, Jason Brenek examined the theatrical potential of animation within the 28 billion dollar market.

cartoonbrew.com·23 hr ago

Festivals and markets

An independent film festival celebrating environmentally conscious storytelling comes to Santa Barbara CountyAn independent film festival celebrating environmentally conscious storytelling comes to Santa Barbara County

Santa Barbara County is hosting an independent film festival focused on environmentally conscious storytelling. The event provides audiences with a chance to view films from across the globe.

kclu.org·17 hr ago

Festivals and markets

Cuba calls for entries for MECLA-Isla Abierta, Latin Am Film Market - Prensa LatinaCuba calls for entries for MECLA-Isla Abierta, Latin Am Film Market - Prensa Latina

Havana, Nov 4 (Prensa Latina), Cuban institutions within the film sector have issued a call for participation in the 2026 edition of MECLA-Isla Abierta (Latin American Film Market), to be held here from December 5 to 10.

plenglish.com·3 days ago

Festivals and markets

Seville European Film Festival Honors Agnieszka Holland, Thierry Frémaux and Cartoon SaloonSeville European Film Festival Honors Agnieszka Holland, Thierry Frémaux and Cartoon Saloon

The Seville European Film Festival is honouring Agnieszka Holland, Thierry Frémaux and Cartoon Saloon. Its main competition will screen Andrew Haigh's 'A Long Wnter' and Dani de la Orden's 'El direcor', alongside notable European first features.

variety.com·18 hr ago

Festivals and markets

Art After Dark: Jazz Friday \ Subtropic Film FestivalArt After Dark: Jazz Friday \ Subtropic Film Festival

The Subtropic Film Festival returns to the Norton Museum of Art for its opening night with HOMEGROWN, a programme of five short films exploring Florida. The screening will be followed by a talkback with local filmmakers. The annual event celebrates independent cinema across Palm Beach County across three days of screenings, performances, exhibitions and community events.

hamlethub.com·16 hr ago

Festivals and markets

Atom Egoyan to host Q&A sessions for De Gaulle at Toronto’s Pomegranate Film FestivalAtom Egoyan to host Q&A sessions for De Gaulle at Toronto’s Pomegranate Film Festival

Toronto festival to showcase 52 films from 17 countries, including Armenia’s Oscar submission and major international premieres TORONTO, Acclaimed Canadian-Armenian filmmaker Atom Egoyan will host special question-and-answer sessions following the Toronto premieres of De Gaulle, a two-part French…

horizonweekly.ca·20 hr ago

Festivals and markets

Comstock Film Festival celebrates young filmmakers and NevadaComstock Film Festival celebrates young filmmakers and Nevada

The annual Comstock Film Festival is celebrating young filmmakers and Nevada. The event gives Northern Nevadan creators aged 10 to 25 an opportunity to express their creativity and showcase their talent.

kolotv.com·17 hr ago