Author: Mary Anne Butler

Sounds like production on the third season of Prime Video’s “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” has officially wrapped! We know this because of a few things, chief among them this video posted by the show’s official social media accounts. Jamie Campbell Bower, who “Stranger Things” fans will know best as Henry / Vecna, introduces the video. We see Amazon MGM’s Shepparton Studios in the UK, flashes of the Great Hall of Prince Durin IV (Owain Arthur), and other characters from the series. While we don’t know who Campbell Bower is playing yet, the two most likely…

We finally have a teaser for season 2 of Netflix’s live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender!” Obviously it’s been awhile since we’ve seen the GAang, and the first looks really cement that. The series follows Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire, Air) to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation. In season 2, after a bittersweet victory saving the Northern Water Tribe from the invading Fire Nation, Aang (Gordon Cormier), Katara (Kiawentiio Tarbell), and Sokka (Ian Ousley) regroup and set off on a mission to convince the elusive…

It ain’t over yet. Paramount have swooped in to try to win the bid for Warner Bros. Discovery from Netflix. CEO David Ellison detailed the hostile takeover bid, claiming an offer of $108.4 billion in cash, which is $17.6 billion more than what Netflix offered. Paramount’s offer includes $24 billion from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi wealth funds (which was not originally disclosed), as well as Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners, RedBird Capitol, and the Ellison family. “We love the movie and entertainment business,” Ellison said. “We believe deeply in its future, and we want to help preserve and strengthen…

This morning, the nominations for the 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards were announced. There are of course some of the expected players such as “Frankenstein,” “Sinners,” and “Hamnet,” as well as a notable repeat nomination for Cynthia Errivo for “Wicked: For Good.”The ceremony will air Sunday, January 11th, 2026 at 8pm (PT) on CBS, and stream on Paramount+ in the United States. Comedian Nikki Glaser, who hosted 2025’s Golden Globes, returns for 2026. Best Motion Picture – Drama Frankenstein (Netflix)Hamnet (Focus Features)It Was Just an Accident (Neon)The Secret Agent (Neon)Sentimental Value (Neon)Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures) Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy Blue Moon (Sony Pictures Classics)Bugonia (Focus…

The 5th and final season of “The Boys” is coming. Check out the official teaser just shown at CCXP.Hits Prime Video April 8th, 2026.

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Sir Peter Jackson’s incredible LoTR trilogy releasing, Fathom Entertainment is re-releasing the first three films theatrically! And that’s not all- these will be the extended editions! We got a look at the planned limited edition popcorn buckets for the special three-day engagement, as well as an anniversary trailer. Tickets are on sale now for “The Lord of the Rings” re-release dates January 16th-18th, and January 23rd-25th, 2026.

Hulu has released a very short teaser for their upcoming revival of FOX sitcom “Malcolm in the Middle.” A 4-part “event,” the miniseries comes to Hulu sometime in 2026. Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston, Jane Kaczmarek, Christopher Masterson, and Justin Berfield will all reprise their roles as Malcolm, Hal, Lois, Francis, and Reece, respectively. The only original family member not returning is Erik Per Sullivan as Dewey. The part has been recast with Caleb Ellsworth-Clark. 

After reports last night, it has been confirmed that streaming giant Netflix will indeed be purchasing historic Hollywood studio (and all it’s holdings), Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. The deal was reportedly negotiated over the last few days. Netflix says they are committed to honor and maintain WBD’s existing release slate for theatrical and television, but the status of things like DC Studios remains unclear. “Our mission has always been to entertain the world,” said Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix. “By combining Warner Bros.’ incredible library of shows and movies—from timeless classics like Casablanca and Citizen Kane to modern favorites like Harry Potter and Friends—with our culture-defining titles…

After much talk in this town of tinsel, it appears Netflix is indeed the only survivor of the great Warner Bros. Pictures talks. According to reports around Hollywood, the streaming giant took the lead with an offering of $30 a share, and a $5 billion break-up fee. This would include studio and streaming assets. This story is developing…

We are very sorry to report the passing of veteran actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa. You’d probably best recognize him for his work in the “Mortal Kombat” film franchise as Shang Tsung, as well as roles in the Oscar-winning “Memoirs of a Geisha” and “The Last Emperor,” as well as tv series “The Man in the High Castle.” He also had roles in John Carpenter’s classic “Big Trouble in Little China,” “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” “Miami Vice,” and “MacGyver.”Tagawa reportedly passed away due to complications following a stroke. He was 75.