Hollywood Reporter

Andrew Haigh Calls His New Film His Version of ‘The Revenant’ — Allow Him to Explain (First Look)

The director of queer favorites like ‘Looking’ and ‘All of Us Strangers’ returns with ‘A Long Winter,’ a rich character study shot deep in the wilderness. Here he speaks about the film, which he calls an “endpoint” in his career thus far, for the first time.

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

NBC Sets ‘Law & Order: SVU’ Marathon to Honor Mariska Hargitay Ahead of Emmy Hosting Gig

A trio of 'SVU' episodes will air on NBC on Sept. 10, including “Charisma" from 2004, “911” from 2005 and “Undercover” from 2008.

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

UTA Signs ‘Forgotten Island’ Writer-Director Januel Mercado (EXCLUSIVE)

United Talent Agency has signed rising filmmaker Januel Mercado for representation in all areas. Mercado is the writer and director of DreamWorks Animation’s upcoming “Forgotten Island,” along with Joel Crawford. Set in the 1990s, H.E.R. and Liza Soberano voice Jo and Raissa, two best friends who, post high-school, are about to go their separate ways. […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

Jerry Katzman, Former William Morris President, Dies at 89

Jerry Katzman, a former William Morris president and television packager for series such as “Roseanne” and “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” died on Aug. 9. He was 89. Katzman helped shape modern television with his work in television packaging and bringing series to the screen, contributing to the success of shows such as “The Cosby […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

How Lachlan Murdoch Courted Roku to Seal a $22 Billion Deal

Roku founder Anthony Wood told the company's board last fall that he wanted to take a step back. It ended with a sale to Fox.

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

‘Emily in Paris’: How Lily Collins’ Bob Haircut Inspired a Season 5 Full Style Makeover

Emmy-nominated costume designer Marylin Fitoussi has been working on the looks for Netflix’s “Emily in Paris” since Season 1. Many of Fitoussi’s choices for the most reason season were dictated by one key element: Emily’s sharp bob. The haircut symbolized a new chapter for the character — played by Lily Collins — and allowed her […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Jerry Katzman, Former William Morris President, Dies at 89

The son of a producer of Elvis movies, he spent 30 years at the company and packaged talent for ‘The Cosby Show,’ ‘Roseanne,’ ‘Murphy Brown’ and ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.’

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

Mark Zuckerberg Says He’s Surprised the ‘Discourse’ From AI Companies ‘Is So Filled With Doom’

Mark Zuckerberg wants an AI-powered future for all — and he doesn’t understand what the problem is. In a 6,500-word manifesto titled “The Future is for Everyone,” the Meta CEO laid out the company’s philosophy around AI as one rooted in “individual empowerment as the source of prosperity,” arguing the introduction of artificial superintelligence will transform […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

First Artists Management Rebrands as Fam Agency, Expands With New Agent Dan North

First Artists Management, the Los Angeles-based talent agency specializing in composers and music supervisors, is rebranding and changing its name to FAM agency. The agency has also hired former Kraft-Engel Management agent, Dan North. Moving with North to FAM are composers and music supervisors, including: Gabriel Mann (“Emily in Paris”), Marcus Norris (“Lady in the Lake”), […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

Mike Epps Signs With Independent Artist Group for Representation (EXCLUSIVE)

Comedian and actor Mike Epps has signed with Independent Artist Group (IAG) for representation of his production company Indiana 1 Productions, as well as all other agency areas.  The signing comes on the heels of Epps’ “We Them One’s Comedy Tour,” which sold out several arenas during its run. His standup comedy special “Delusional” premiered […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Ascension’ Thriller From Alfonso Cuaron Lands at Apple TV, Caitriona Balfe Starring

Natalie Erika James and Christian White will serve as co-showrunners on the series.

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Tupac’s Murder Case Heads to Trial, 30 Years After Rap Icon’s Death

Duane "Keffe D" Davis was arrested in 2023 on allegations that he orchestrated the rapper's death in 1996.

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Jon Hamm Faces Tense Standoff in ‘American Hostage’ Trailer

Based on the popular scripted podcast and true events, the MGM+ thriller stars Hamm as a radio reporter thrust into a three-day life-and-death crisis.

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

‘Ted Lasso’ Actor Tanya Reynolds on Joining Season 4 as a ‘Tough’ and ‘Cold’ Women’s Soccer Coach

As “Ted Lasso” returns for Season 4, Tanya Reynolds is bringing a very different coaching style to AFC Richmond.  Reynolds joins Season 4 of the Apple TV+ comedy as Alice Chilton, the coach of AFC Richmond’s women’s soccer team, whose tough, guarded demeanor couldn’t be more different from Ted’s signature optimism. Though Alice is initially […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

Apple TV Orders Alfonso Cuarón Cult Horror Thriller ‘Ascension,’ ‘Outlander’ Alum Caitríona Balfe to Star

Apple TV has greenlit the horror thriller series “Ascension” from Alfonso Cuarón with Caitríona Balfe attached to play the lead role, Variety has learned. Cuarón has been working on the series for years, with word of it first breaking in 2017 with Casey Affleck originally attached to star. It is inspired by the novel “Last […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Anne Hathaway on Her Jam-Packed Year of Movies and Upcoming Adaptation of Hit Novel ‘Yesteryear’

The star is celebrating her fourth film of 2026 with 'The End of Oak Street,' and also opening up about taking on the bestselling tradwife satire.

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Another ‘Harry Potter’ Star Rejects J.K. Rowling’s Trans Views: “Strongly Disagree”

Bel Powley, who plays Petunia Dursley in HBO's upcoming series, is speaking out about Rowling.

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

William H. Macy, Shawn Hatosy and Troy Kotsur Among Astra TV Awards Honorees; Lisa Ann Walter Set as Host

William H. Macy (“Train Dreams”), Shawn Hatosy (“The Pitt”) and Troy Kotsur (“CODA”) are among the actors set to be honored during this year’s Astra TV Awards ceremony, with Lisa Ann Walter (“Abbott Elementary”) hosting the show. Taking place Saturday at the InterContinental in Los Angeles, the Astra TV Awards celebrate performers making an impact […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Variety

Bozoma Saint John Signs with CAA (EXCLUSIVE)

Bozoma Saint John has signed with CAA for representation. Saint John is a marketing executive and media personality best known serving in high-ranking roles at Apple, Uber, Endeavor and Netflix before going independent as well as joining “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” during Season 14. Saint John’s career began at Spike Lee’s creative agency […]

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Next Gen 2026: The Hollywood Reporter Accepting Nominations for 35 Under 35 List

The deadline for submissions is Sept 3.

entertainment  Aug 10, 2026