Author: Mary Anne Butler

ABC has pulled “Jimmy Kimmel Live” indefinitely due to Jimmy Kimmel’s commentary on the murder of Charlie Kirk. Nexstar, parent company of dozens of ABC affiliates, had previously pulled the late night talk show following Monday’s monologe. “Mr. Kimmel’s comments about the death of Mr. Kirk are offensive and insensitive at a critical time in our national political discourse, and we do not believe they reflect the spectrum of opinions, views, or values of the local communities in which we are located,” Andrew Alford, President of Nexstar’s broadcasting division, said. “Continuing to give Mr. Kimmel a broadcast platform in the…

The first trailer for Netflix’s animated adaptation of “Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell” is here. Called “Deathwatch,” the animated series stars Liev Schreiber as Sam Fisher, and Kirby Howell-Baptiste as new Splinter Cell agent Zinnia McKenna. In this first-ever adaptation of the acclaimed stealth video game franchise Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell, legendary agent Sam Fisher is drawn back into the field when a wounded young operative seeks out his help. Produced by Ubisoft, in partnership with Derek Kolstad (John Wick), Sun Creature and Fost. “Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Deathwatch” hits Netflix October 14th, 2025. You can check out the trailer below:

Ryan Murphy’s “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” tells the story of how one simple man in Plainfield, Wisconsin became history’s most singular ghoul. He revealed to the world the most horrific truth of all — that monsters aren’t born, they’re made…by us. Serial killer. Grave robber. Psycho. In the frozen fields of 1950s rural Wisconsin, a friendly, mild-mannered recluse named Eddie Gein lived quietly on a decaying farm – hiding a house of horrors so gruesome it would redefine the American nightmare. Driven by isolation, psychosis, and an all-consuming obsession with his mother, Gein’s perverse crimes birthed a new kind of…

We are delighted to share the news that Sean Astin has been elected President of SAG-AFTRA, along with Michelle Hurd as Secretary-Treasurer. “Now is a time for optimism and creativity. I am thrilled that the members have allowed me to lead our storied organization out of this challenging moment and into a future defined by confidence, progress and fierce advocacy. I congratulate my running mate, Michelle Hurd, the entire Coalition 2025, and every member across all 25 locals who put themselves forward to serve. I look forward to working with all of you,” SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin said. “I have…

This just in- according to a report from the Wall Street Journal, newly merged media giant Paramount Skydance is preparing to make a bid to purchase struggling fellow giant Warner Bros. Discovery.The bid will reportedly be for the ENTIRE company, including all cable networks and movie studios, which would include HBO Max and theoretically DC Studios (which is under WBD). Current chatter is this purchase, if it indeed happens, would replace the current head of Warner Bros. Discovery David Zaslav.This story is developing…

Prime Video has shared a VERY SHORT tease of something special coming to season 3 of their series “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.” “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” seasons 1 and 2 are currently streaming on Prime Video. Season 3, obviously, is a long way off from hitting screens. But we’ll let you know what we hear about this and other news.

Move over giant skeleton, there’s a new holiday decoration on the market! Just when we thought it couldn’t get better than some of the seasonal offerings from The Home Depot, they bring us something from a galaxy far, far away. We’re talking about a 7ft tall Darth Vader, a 7.5ft tall Chewbacca, a 6ft tall Stormtrooper, and a 3.5ft tall R2D2!! The previous version of Vader (pictured above) came with a Death Star pumpkin. This year, he’s got a Christmas ornament version. You can order Darth Vader here.Chewbacca likewise comes with a Santa Hat and candy cane. You can order…

There’s a new record in the world of “Star Wars” items at auction. The last time it was set was in 2023, for the lost filming model of an iconic X-Wing, which sold for $3.135 million at Heritage Auctions. That amount was just surpassed by yet another important part of the galaxy far, far away legacy- Darth Vader’s lightsaber hilt. This piece was used by David Prowse and Bob Anderson in both “Star Wars: Episode V- The Empire Strikes Back,” and “Star Wars: Episode VI- Return of the Jedi.” Including the buyer’s premium, the lot sold for an astounding $3,654,000 during…

Tickets are on sale now for “Tron: Ares!” With this news also comes the first look at Regal Cinema’s exclusive popcorn buckets for the film. We cannot get over how perfect the arcade container is!! There was also a handful of new posters released: “Tron: Ares” follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind’s first encounter with A.I. beings. Joachim Rønning directs.The film stars Jeff Bridges, Jared Leto, Gillian Anderson, Cameron Monaghan, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Sarah Desjardins, and Jodie Turner-Smith. NIN (Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross) is handling the score. It hits theaters October 10th, 2025. Tickets…

A continuation of “28 Years Later,” which was written by Alex Garland and directed by Danny Boyle, Nia DaCosta (“Candyman”) directs “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.” Dr. Kelson (Ralph Fiennes) finds himself in a shocking new relationship with consequences that could change the world as they know it. Spike’s (Alfie Williams) encounter with Jimmy Crystal (Jack O’Connell) becomes a nightmare he can’t escape. In the world of The Bone Temple, the infected are no longer the greatest threat to survival – the inhumanity of the survivors can be stranger and more terrifying.In theaters January 16th, 2026. Check out the…