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Deals and acquisitions

Fox now owns Roku after $22B deal closes ahead of scheduleFox now owns Roku after $22B deal closes ahead of schedule

Fox Corporation has completed its $22 billion acquisition of Roku, transforming the Murdoch family's company into a major player in the streaming video business.

newstribune.com·yesterday

Deals and acquisitions

Weekly Recap: Dentsu Soken tender offer and IAG Engine Tech investmentWeekly Recap: Dentsu Soken tender offer and IAG Engine Tech investment

Itochu Corporation has launched a tender offer for Dentsu Soken shares running through December 2, 2026. The move comes alongside an agreement by Itochu to acquire a minority stake in IAG Engine Tech in early 2027 to aid the expansion of its engine-maintenance business.

tradingview.com·7 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Dave Sunday takes on Ticketmaster, media mergers and drugmakersDave Sunday takes on Ticketmaster, media mergers and drugmakers

Sunday sued to block a media merger that had been endorsed by President Trump, and continued litigation against Ticketmaster after the federal government settled.

inquirer.com·3 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

A24's Biggest Year: After 'Backrooms' and More Hits Comes 'Elden Ring'A24's Biggest Year: After 'Backrooms' and More Hits Comes 'Elden Ring'

A24 is experiencing a strong year driven by hits such as Backrooms and You Can See Everything. The company's upcoming slate includes Elden Ring as speculation turns towards potential merger and acquisition moves.

variety.com·5 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

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

Sky's proposed takeover of ITV faces potential blockage following an intervention by Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy. The decision to step in was confirmed on public interest grounds.

dailymail.com·5 days ago

Deals and acquisitions

Champion Breweries, Bature partner to expand craft beer sales nationwideChampion Breweries, Bature partner to expand craft beer sales nationwide

Champion Breweries Plc has partnered with Bature Brewery to produce and distribute three of the latter’s craft beer brands across Nigeria, in a deal that could lead to an outright acquisition of the brands. Under the agreement signed with Thistlerock Enterprises Limited, owner of Bature Brewery…

thesun.ng·22 hr ago

Deals and acquisitions

Meta acquires AI coding startup ConductorMeta acquires AI coding startup Conductor

businessghana.com·19 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

5 Perfect Dungeons & Dragons Casting Choices To Play Strahd In Netflix’s Live-Action Series5 Perfect Dungeons & Dragons Casting Choices To Play Strahd In Netflix’s Live-Action Series

Netflix is developing a live-action series based on Dungeons & Dragons. Casting the infamous vampire overlord Strahd presents a challenge, with five contenders identified as ideal fits.

screenrant.com·18 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

7 hooky shows on TV this week from '80s BBC spy thriller to David Tennant's returning revenge drama7 hooky shows on TV this week from '80s BBC spy thriller to David Tennant's returning revenge drama

And the return of an epic Prime Video fantasy.

digitalspy.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

Sydney Sweeney's $400 Million R-Rated Thriller The Housemaid Is Streaming on HBO Max as Sequel Heads to 2027Sydney Sweeney's $400 Million R-Rated Thriller The Housemaid Is Streaming on HBO Max as Sequel Heads to 2027

Sydney Sweeney's thriller The Housemaid is now available to stream on HBO Max, with a sequel planned for 2027. The film generated over $400 million worldwide and broke Starz's record as its best-performing first-window movie.

ibtimes.com.au·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

10 Best Animated TV Shows Streaming On HBO Max, Ranked10 Best Animated TV Shows Streaming On HBO Max, Ranked

HBO Max's animated lineup includes Batman: The Animated Series, Harley Quinn, and Rick and Morty, alongside cult classics like Spawn and The Boondocks for fans.

tvline.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

HBO Max Officially Gives Anne Hathaway’s 2026 Thriller a New Streaming HomeHBO Max Officially Gives Anne Hathaway’s 2026 Thriller a New Streaming Home

Anne Hathaway's most underrated movie of the year, Mother Mary, is fighting back on the streaming charts. Read on for more.

collider.com·yesterday

Streaming and FAST

If You’re Looking For A Christmas Movie Outside Of Netflix And Hallmark, Hulu Has You Covered This WeekIf You’re Looking For A Christmas Movie Outside Of Netflix And Hallmark, Hulu Has You Covered This Week

Is Hulu getting into the Christmas movie game?

cinemablend.com·20 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

The Darkest Fantasy of the 2000s Is Making a Huge Comeback on Netflix After 3 YearsThe Darkest Fantasy of the 2000s Is Making a Huge Comeback on Netflix After 3 Years

One of the most beloved dark fantasy of the 2000s is returning to Netflix after three years. Read on to find out more.

comicbook.com·20 hr ago

Streaming and FAST

Keanu Reeves’ Fantasy Blockbuster Officially Becomes a Massive Disney+ Streaming HitKeanu Reeves’ Fantasy Blockbuster Officially Becomes a Massive Disney+ Streaming Hit

Toy Story 5 has become a major streaming success on Disney+. The billion-dollar hit ranks among the leading titles available on the platform.

collider.com·yesterday

Box office

'Godzilla Minus Zero' sets foreign-language opening weekend record'Godzilla Minus Zero' sets foreign-language opening weekend record

'Godzilla Minus Zero' has set a new foreign-language opening weekend record in North America. The film earned at least $33m domestically during its debut.

tribune.com.pk·20 hr ago

Box office

Box Office: 'Godzilla Minus Zero' Breaks Records With $31.6 MillionBox Office: 'Godzilla Minus Zero' Breaks Records With $31.6 Million

indiewire.com·23 hr ago

Box office

Most Expensive Indian Film Sees Record-Breaking Opening Weekend -Most Expensive Indian Film Sees Record-Breaking Opening Weekend -

The epic poem 'Ramayana' by Hindu maharshi Valmiki was recently adapted for cinema as Ramayana: Rise of a Legend. Formally released across 1,433 North American screens as the first instalment of a two-part series, the most expensive Indian film has delivered a record-breaking opening weekend.

mxdwn.com·2 days ago

Box office

Godzilla Minus Zero Stomps Expectations With Box Office Opening WeekendGodzilla Minus Zero Stomps Expectations With Box Office Opening Weekend

Godzilla Minus Zero crushed expectations during its opening weekend at the global box office. The film secured a strong $63 million debut worldwide.

ign.com·22 hr ago

Box office

A24 Sets An All-Time Box Office Record With New 100% RT HitA24 Sets An All-Time Box Office Record With New 100% RT Hit

The 2026 film Club Kid, written, directed by and starring Jordan Firstman, has earned a 100 per cent score on Rotten Tomatoes. The project is projected to achieve an opening weekend gross of $390,583 across six cinemas, generating a per-screen average of $65,097. This debut represents the fifth A24 release to enter the top 200 debut per-screen averages of all time, marking the studio's best year for this benchmark.

screenrant.com·23 hr ago

Box office

Godzilla Minus Zero Ruled The Weekend Box Office And Hit A Monstrous MilestoneGodzilla Minus Zero Ruled The Weekend Box Office And Hit A Monstrous Milestone

The kaiju movie pulled in a lot of money.

cinemablend.com·20 hr ago

Box office

WEEKEND BOX OFFICE: 'Godzilla Minus Zero' stomps to a record-setting $31.6 debut, clobbering 'The Cat in the Hat'WEEKEND BOX OFFICE: 'Godzilla Minus Zero' stomps to a record-setting $31.6 debut, clobbering 'The Cat in the Hat'

wptf.com·18 hr ago

Box office

Tollywood Praises Ramayana, Why Is Bollywood Silent?Tollywood Praises Ramayana, Why Is Bollywood Silent?

As Ramayana continues to attract attention and perform well at the box office, an interesting discus

gulte.com·yesterday

Distribution and licensing

Verizon Streaming Deals: Solid Savings on Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple Music and MoreVerizon Streaming Deals: Solid Savings on Netflix, Disney Plus, Apple Music and More

cnet.com·23 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 promoted his upcoming theatrical release Ebenezer with a special screening in New York. The actor also made a surprise appearance dressed as Ebenezer Scrooge for crowds at the Christmas Market in Bryant Park.

glamsham.com·3 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Analyzing Curated Content Distribution for Media InvestorsAnalyzing Curated Content Distribution for Media Investors

Investors evaluating digital media properties are increasingly looking at operating models that do not rely on large, expensive editorial staffs. Curated content distribution has become an attractive option for media businesses seeking balanced cash flow and reliable search visibility. By collecting, organising and contextualising information from external sources, these publishers function as informational hubs for distinct audiences.

streetregister.com·2 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Ramayana Day 3 Advance Booking: Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash starrer gains momentum, matches opening day in Saturday pre-salesRamayana Day 3 Advance Booking: Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash starrer gains momentum, matches opening day in Saturday pre-sales

The film Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, has recorded strong pre-sales for its third day on Saturday. The performance matches its opening day advance booking, pointing towards a significant business day.

pinkvilla.com·3 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Ramayana Day 6 Advance Booking: Ranbir Kapoor-Yash starrer clocks Rs. 10.48 cr. for Tuesday; 73% of pre-sales come from 3D formats while Hindi contributes 85%Ramayana Day 6 Advance Booking: Ranbir Kapoor-Yash starrer clocks Rs. 10.48 cr. for Tuesday; 73% of pre-sales come from 3D formats while Hindi contributes 85%

bollywoodhungama.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·3 days ago

Distribution and licensing

Apple expected to bid for F1 streaming rights in more countries, says Formula 1 CEOApple expected to bid for F1 streaming rights in more countries, says Formula 1 CEO

Apple currently holds exclusive streaming rights for Formula 1 racing in the United States, broadcasting every race on Apple TV. Following positive viewership and subscriber growth, Formula 1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali expects Apple to bid for rights in additional countries as opportunities arise. However, F1 intends to maintain a portfolio of regional broadcast partners rather than selling global rights to a single media company.

9to5mac.com·4 days ago

Distribution and licensing

A24 Is Campaigning Jordan Firstman's 'Club Kid' as a Drama for the Golden GlobesA24 Is Campaigning Jordan Firstman's 'Club Kid' as a Drama for the Golden Globes

A24 has submitted Jordan Firstman's Club Kid for Golden Globes consideration in the drama category. The campaign move comes shortly before the feature's theatrical debut on 6 November.

enstarz.com·5 days ago

Media tech and AI

Godzilla Minus Zero VFX Team Break Down Ghidorah’s Most Challenging Moment in New Movie [EXCLUSIVE]Godzilla Minus Zero VFX Team Break Down Ghidorah’s Most Challenging Moment in New Movie [EXCLUSIVE]

The visual effects team behind Godzilla Minus Zero have discussed creating one of King Ghidorah's most challenging scenes. The exclusive breakdown examines one of the wildest moments featured in the new movie.

comicbook.com·20 hr ago

Media tech and AI

How ‘Wildwood’ combined stop-motion and VFX to create that epic final battleHow ‘Wildwood’ combined stop-motion and VFX to create that epic final battle

Laika's handcrafted practical sets and puppets and Wētā FX's digital tools brought the 'Lord of the Rings'-style battlefield to life.

goldderby.com·3 days ago

Media tech and AI

Namit Malhotra’s Net Worth: How The VFX Mogul Built His Empire Before RamayanaNamit Malhotra’s Net Worth: How The VFX Mogul Built His Empire Before Ramayana

Explore Namit Malhotra's reported Rs 9,204 crore net worth, his journey with Prime Focus and DNEG, and the business empire behind Ranbir Kapoor's ambitious Ramayana

outlookindia.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 rose by 7.06% intraday after the streamer announced its AI film restoration work received recognition. The nomination pushed the sub-$1 stock closer to the dollar mark. This market movement followed shortly after the project earned a nod from the Golden Rooster Awards.

247wallst.com·3 days 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 surged by 6.4% ahead of the market open following news about its content. The movement comes after the streamer's AI film restoration work was shortlisted for the Golden Rooster Awards AI unit.

247wallst.com·3 days ago

Media tech and AI

'Godzilla Minus Zero' Director on the Film's Biggest VFX Shot'Godzilla Minus Zero' Director on the Film's Biggest VFX Shot

"Godzilla Minus Zero" director Takashi Yamazaki on how he pulled off the film's biggest VFX shot with 2 billion water particle effects.

variety.com·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

'Hollywood Se Bhi Better Hai...': Sunny Deol Urges Every Indian To Watch Ramayana, Praises Film's VFX And Performances Of Actors'Hollywood Se Bhi Better Hai...': Sunny Deol Urges Every Indian To Watch Ramayana, Praises Film's VFX And Performances Of Actors

freepressjournal.in·2 days ago

Media tech and AI

‘Pokemon’ Anime Studio OLM Trains AI Coloring Tool on Just Three Frames in Japan Government-Backed Project‘Pokemon’ Anime Studio OLM Trains AI Coloring Tool on Just Three Frames in Japan Government-Backed Project

OLM Digital's Yotsukura Tatsuo has presented the results of ANIMINS, a Japanese government-backed anime AI initiative, at the Taiwan Creative Content Fest. The studio behind the Pokemon anime trained an AI colouring tool using just three frames.

variety.com·2 days 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

Canadian-Armenian filmmaker Atom Egoyan will host question-and-answer sessions following the Toronto premieres of De Gaulle at the Pomegranate Film Festival. The event will present 52 films from 17 countries, including Armenia's submission for the Oscars.

horizonweekly.ca·3 days ago

Festivals and markets

Belfast Media Festival to host first-ever crèche alongside parenting panelBelfast Media Festival to host first-ever crèche alongside parenting panel

The event aims to open up an honest conversation about the realities of raising a family while working in TV and film

belfastlive.co.uk·2 days 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

An independent film festival dedicated to environmentally conscious storytelling is coming to Santa Barbara County. The event provides attendees with an opportunity to view films from across the globe.

kclu.org·3 days ago

Festivals and markets

Cannes Lions overhauls 2027 awards structureCannes Lions overhauls 2027 awards structure

The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has confirmed a comprehensive overhaul of its awards structure for 2027. The organisation is introducing new categories as part of the framework.

adgully.com·3 days ago

Festivals and markets

Timehri Film Festival celebrates the work of Guyanese and Caribbean filmmakers in 8th editionTimehri Film Festival celebrates the work of Guyanese and Caribbean filmmakers in 8th edition

The Timehri Film Festival returns to Georgetown for its eighth edition from 6 to 8 November at the Black Magenta. Presented by the team behind the Miami-based Caribbean film organisation Third Horizon, the event celebrates Guyanese and Caribbean filmmakers. The programme features a selection of short and feature-length productions exploring identity, spirituality, and shared experiences from countries including Guyana, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.

kaieteurnewsonline.com·yesterday

Festivals and markets

The Colony Short Film FestivalThe Colony Short Film Festival

The Colony Short Film Festival will take place on Saturday, 14 November at The Gathering Place at Marietta College. The event features a full day of international short films, alongside presentations and a panel discussion titled Through Her Lens: Women in Film.

marietta.edu·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

First Steubenville International Film Festival draws crowds, showcases 58 filmsFirst Steubenville International Film Festival draws crowds, showcases 58 films

The inaugural Steubenville International Film Festival showcased 58 films over a two-day run at the Sycamore Youth Center. The event attracted larger crowds than anticipated across Friday and Saturday.

wtov9.com·2 days ago

Festivals and markets

BBC Festival of Remembrance viewers split over Alfie Boe's performanceBBC Festival of Remembrance viewers split over Alfie Boe's performance

BBC viewers were left divided over Alfie Boe's performance of Snow Patrol's Run at the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall

plymouthherald.co.uk·21 hr ago