Variety

Ozzy Osbourne Haunted Experience Is Headed to Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights

Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights is set to pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne with an original haunted house dubbed “Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness.” As part of the experience, guests will be able to climb aboard the “Crazy Train” for a terrifying trip through his disturbing world of rock ‘n’ roll. Developed as a living […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Variety

Ewan McGregor and Alan Cumming to Lead Scottish Stage Adaptation of Harry Macqueen’s Gay Romantic Drama ‘Supernova’

Two of Scotland’s best known faces from cinema and TV are set to tread the boards together for the first time and at a theater close to their home towns. “Trainspotting” legend Ewan McGregor and “The Traitors” favorite Alan Cumming will take the lead in the stage adaptation of Harry Macqueen’s highly acclaimed 2020 romantic […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Variety

‘The Master and Margarita’ Adaptation Gets Long-Awaited U.S. Theatrical Release After Legal Battle (EXCLUSIVE)

Michael Lockshin’s Russian-language adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov’s “The Master and Margarita” is finally getting a long-awaited U.S. theatrical release. Following a lengthy battle, Luminosity Pictures are rolling the movie out Stateside from Sept. 18, Variety can confirm. Based on Bulgakov’s seminal, semi-autobiographical work, “The Master and Margarita” follows the story of a writer in 1930s […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Variety

AMC NASCAR Series ‘Thunder Road’ Casts ‘Silo’ Star Shane McRae (EXLCUSIVE)

Shane McRae is the latest addition to the upcoming AMC drama series “Thunder Road,” Variety has learned exclusively. The series, which is produced in a partnership between AMC and NASCAR, is set in the world of stock car racing with Dennis Quaid set for the lead role. It was greenlit at AMC in April with […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Tony’ Review: Dominic Sessa Finds Ideal Balance Between Cocky and Lost in Tender Coming-of-Age Portrait of a Young Anthony Bourdain

Also starring Antonio Banderas, Emilia Jones and Leo Woodall, Matt Johnson’s bio-drama chronicles a formative Provincetown summer during which the future chef worked in a hectic kitchen.

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Sean Penn’s CORE Mounts $5M Campaign (With Assist From FIFA Foundation) to Aid Venezuela

The campaign comes after twin shocks devastated the country: "Earthquake response and recovery have been part of CORE's DNA since our founding in response to the devastating 2010 Haiti earthquake."

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Sundance Director Eugene Hernandez Details “Unprecedented” Work in Move to Boulder, Whether Festival Will Accept AI-Created Films

The Sundance Film Festival's leading man opens up on what to expect as the iconic showcase for independent film makes the move from Utah to Colorado for 2027 and beyond.

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Variety

Marisa Tomei, Matthew Broderick, Amy Brenneman and More Present Staged Reading of ‘The Big Chill’ for the Center at West Park (EXCLUSIVE)

The Center at West Park, a New York City nonprofit community, arts and culture hub, will return to East Hampton to present a one-night-only staged reading of the “The Big Chill.” The ensemble will feature Oscar-winner Marisa Tomei (“My Cousin Vinny,” “The Wrestler”), Tony Award-winner Matthew Broderick (“The Producers”), Emmy Award-nominee Amy Brenneman (“Judging Amy”), […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Jared Leto Says “I Have Never Sexually Assaulted Anyone in My Entire Life” Amid Fresh Claims in Bombshell BBC Doc

The Oscar-winning actor said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter that allegations of sexual assault and misconduct are "absolutely and categorically false."

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Variety

EFD Studios Names José Miguel Álvarez Ibargüengoitia CEO, EFD Studios Mexico (EXCLUSIVE)

EFD Studios, Latin America’s biggest film equipment rental company, has named longterm Imcine senior executive José Miguel Álvarez Ibargüengoitia as CEO of EFD Studios Mexico. The appointment of Álvarez Ibargüengoitia, one of the best-known and regarded of figures on Mexico’s film industry scene, comes as EFD Studios has begun to put through an energetic expansion […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Variety

Jared Leto Says ‘I Have Never Sexually Assaulted Anyone’ Amid New Allegations: ‘These Claims Are Categorically False’

Jared Leto has responded to allegations of criminal sexual conduct leveled against him by several women in a BBC documentary, declaring them to be “categorically false.” “Jared Leto: Hollywood’s Darkest Secret” was released on Wednesday and featured a total of 10 women who came forward with allegations against the actor and singer. Four women alleged […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘American Idol’ Renewed for 10th Season on ABC, 25th Overall

The show enjoyed a ratings resurgence during its 2026 run.

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Pop More Champagne, Knicks Fans: Gotham Sports App Is Being Shuttered

The unusable streaming home to YES Network and MSG is going away in favor of DAZN.

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Outer Banks’ Final Season Trailer: Pogues Out for Vengeance After That Major Death

The Netflix hit returns Aug. 20 with the fifth and final season.

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Variety

Starz and Crunchyroll Team for Discounted Bundle on Amazon’s Prime Video

Starz and Sony’s Crunchyroll are rolling out a new bundle now available through Prime Video in the U.S. priced at $16.99/month for the pair of streamers — more than 23% off compared with buying the services separately. It’s the first U.S. bundle deal for Crunchyroll, the anime service owned by Sony. The launch arrives alongside […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Variety

Elf Lyons Brings Solo Show ‘The Woman on the Edge’ to New York for Limited Run (EXCLUSIVE)

British stand-up comedian and writer Elf Lyons is bringing her show “The Woman on the Edge” to New York. The limited run at the SoHo Playhouse, from Sept. 24 to Oct. 18, marks Lyons’ United States debut. Presented by WestBeth Entertainment and Mick Perrin Worldwide, the show is a “completely normal, autobiographical (and in no […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Documentaries Serve as Springboard for Newest TCM Franchise (Exclusive)

The weekly 'Films on Film' launches Sept. 4 with programming dedicated to Charles Grodin. Future subjects include Ennio Morricone, comedy and fascism in World War II and Vincent Price.

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Crunchyroll Pacts With Starz for Streaming Bundle

Viewers will be able to subscribe via Prime Video to both digital platforms for $16.99 a month.

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Major Record Labels Call to Disqualify AI Slop Songs From Global Charts

Nearly a dozen record companies have proposed new rules for charts around the world that would only allow AI songs for consideration if they're primarily human made, use AI legally and don't raise concern of streaming or chart manipulation.

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026

Variety

Jean-Pierre Dorléac, ‘Somewhere in Time,’ ‘Battlestar Galactica’ Costume Designer, Dies at 83

Jean-Pierre Dorléac, the costume designer behind “Somewhere in Time” and “Battlestar Galactica,” died July 23 from natural causes. He was 83. Dorléac earned an Oscar nomination for the 1981 film “Somewhere in Time.” He also landed 11 Emmy nominations for his TV work, winning two for “Battlestar Galactica” in 1979 and “The Lot” in 2001. […]

entertainment  Jul 29, 2026