ENTERTAINMENT
Paramount Strikes Exclusive $7.7 Billion USD Media Rights Deal With UFC
SummaryUFC's content moves exclusively to Paramount+ starting in 2026, ending the PPV modelThe exclusive seven-year deal is valued at $7.7 billion, a major win for the UFCThe agreement makes all fights more affordable and accessible to a wider audienceThe recent announcement of an exclusive seven-year, $7.7 billion USD deal between Paramount and the UFC marks a seismic shift in the world of sports broadcasting. Starting in 2026, the era of paying a premium for individual UFC events will come to an end, as the entire fight catalog—including all numbered events and Fight Nights—moves exclusively to Paramount+. Select marquee fights will also be simulcast on CBS, offering unprecedented access to the sport.This deal is a decisive strategic maneuver for both organizations. For the UFC, the move...
Dear Summer Festival Gears Up For D.C. Stop This Weekend
On August 16, Washington, D.C. will be blessed with the vibes of one of the top gathering destinations of the year in Dear Summer Festival.
‘Final Destination 7’ Currently in the Works
SummaryA seventh Final Destination film is in development following the record-breaking success of BloodlinesKey creative talent from the last movie including, the co-writer from Bloodlines is returningFinal Destination: Bloodlines was the highest grossing film of the entire franchiseFollowing the impressive success of Final Destination: Bloodlines, a seventh installment in the beloved horror franchise is officially in development. The news reaffirms that the morbidly creative series is far from finished, with a new film on the horizon to continue the legacy of dodging death's design.The franchise has proven to be a reliable blockbuster over its history, but the recent Final Destination: Bloodlines exceeded all expectations. Released earlier this year, it became the highest-grossing film i...
Sony Pictures Reveals Sneak Peek at Tom Holland in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ in New Behind-the-Scenes Look
SummarySony Pictures has dropped a new sneak peek trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, taking fans behind the scenesDestin Daniel Cretton is confirmed as the director, and the cast includes Sadie Sink, Liza Colón-Zayas, Jon Bernthal, and Mark RuffaloThe film is expected to hit theaters next JulySony Pictures continues to drum up buzz for its upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day film starring the titular Tom Holland. As filming begins in full force, Sony has released a one-minute longe video to give fans a glimpse of the action and stunts they can expect in the new film.Holland is shown suited up in his spidey suit, while interacting with fans between shots. He can be heard sharing, "It's day one, my fourth ever day one on Spider-Man. It's funny, putting the suit on, it feels different this...
Zach Cregger’s ‘Weapons’ Debuts to a Strong $42.5 Million USD for Box Office Opening Weekend
SummaryZach Cregger's horror film Weapons had a successful opening, grossing $42.5 million USDThe film's strong performance solidifies Cregger's reputation as a top horror directorThe film's debut shows audiences are still eager for original horror filmsThe horror genre continues to prove its box office might, as director Zach Cregger’s latest film, Weapons, soared to an impressive $42.5 million USD in its North American debut. The film, a star-studded horror thriller, not only commanded the top spot at the domestic box office but also solidified Cregger's reputation as a genre filmmaker with a unique ability to deliver both critical praise and commercial success.Released by Warner Bros. Pictures, Weapons stars Oscar nominee Josh Brolin in the lead role, alongside a strong ensemble cast. I...
Netflix Debuts ‘One Piece’ Season Two First Look, Announces Early Season Three Renewal
SummaryNetflix shared a first look at One Piece: Into the Grand Line, confirming a 2026 premiereThe teaser previews new characters like Smoker and Nico Robin, new locations and upcoming fightsThe show was also renewed for a third season, with production starting later this yearNetflix has shared a first look at the highly-anticipated second season of its One Piece live-action adaptation.Revealed at the annual One Piece Day celebration in Tokyo, Japan, the teaser previews the introduction of the characters such as Laboon, Smoker and Nico Robin/Miss All Sunday, as well as new locations and the big fights that can be expected. The streamer also confirmed that the upcoming season — dubbed One Piece: Into the Grand Line — will premiere in 2026. Its logline reads:"Netflix’s epic high-seas pirate...
Peacock Debuts First Trailer for ‘The Office’ Spinoff, ‘The Paper’
SummaryPeacock released the first trailer for its The Office spinoff, The PaperThe series follows a newspaper office struggling to revive its historic publicationIt stars Domhnall Gleeson and features Oscar Nuñez reprising his role from the originalThe first trailer for Peacock's The Office spinoff series, The Paper, is here.The upcoming series moves from the original US series' Dunder Mifflin office in Scranton, Pennsylvania to the newsroom of the Toledo Truth Teller in Toledo, Ohio. The Paper follows Ned Sampson's (Domhnall Gleeson) arrival at the newspaper, which is staffed with a group of hardworking yet unexperienced journalists. Despite this, the new Editor-in-Chief is determined to revive the historic Midwestern newspaper.Joining Gleeson in the main cast are Sabrina Impacciatore, Ch...
Paramount to Produce Timothée Chalamet’s High Octane Motocross Heist Film ‘High Side’
SummaryTimothée Chalamet and director James Mangold are collaborating on a new motocross heist filmThe film, High Side, marks Chalamet's first major action-heavy roleChalamet plays a former motocross racer who begins robbing banks on superbikesIn one of the hottest deals of the season, Paramount Pictures has secured the rights to High Side, a new action thriller that will reunite actor Timothée Chalamet with acclaimed director James Mangold. The film, described as "Heat meets Hell or High Water," marks a dramatic genre shift for the duo following their Oscar-nominated collaboration on the Bob Dylan biopic, A Complete Unknown.The film is based on an unpublished short story by Jaime Oliveira and will star Chalamet as Billy, a former motocross racer haunted by a career-ending crash and a trou...
Jordan Peele-Produced ‘HIM’ Official Trailer Unveils a Chilling Coming-of-Age Horror
SummaryThe trailer for the Jordan Peele-produced horror film HIM is out, releasing September 19, 2025It follows a rising quarterback, Cameron Cade (Tyriq Withers), whose life unravels after a career-ending injuryCam is offered training by his hero, Isaiah White (Marlon Wayans), but a mentorship turns into a terrifying spiralThe highly-anticipated trailer for Universal Pictures' HIM has officially dropped, giving audiences their first glimpse into an unsettling new horror film that follows "a chilling journey into the inner sanctum of fame, idolatry and the pursuit of excellence at any cost." Produced by Oscar-winner Jordan Peele through his Monkeypaw Productions and directed by rising talent Justin Tipping, the film promises to be a thought-provoking and terrifying experience. HIM is slate...
Disney to Phase Out Hulu App, Fully Integrate into Disney+
SummaryThe standalone Hulu app will be fully integrated into Disney+ in 2026The Hulu brand will also replace the international Star tile on Disney+This move is a long-term play to consolidate services, cut costs, and boost engagementIn a move that signals a new chapter for its streaming strategy, Disney has announced that the standalone Hulu app will be phased out and fully integrated into Disney+ in 2026. This decision, revealed during the company's quarterly earnings call, aims to create a "unified app experience" that combines Disney's premium brands with Hulu's general entertainment, all under one roof.This consolidation follows Disney's recent acquisition of NBCUniversal's remaining stake in Hulu, giving the media giant full control over the streaming service. While the Hulu app will ...
WWE Strikes $1.6 Billion USD Deal With ESPN
SummaryWWE signed a five-year, $1.6 billion deal with ESPNAll WWE Premium Live Events will move exclusively to ESPN's new streaming service in 2026The deal is a five-year agreement and will run from 2026 to 2030In a landmark agreement that reshapes the sports entertainment landscape, WWE has finalized a multi-year deal with ESPN, granting the Disney-owned company exclusive U.S. domestic streaming rights to all WWE Premium Live Events. The deal, valued at $1.6 billion USD over five years, marks a significant strategic victory for WWE and a pivotal move for ESPN's ambitious new streaming service.The agreement, which begins in 2026, will see all of WWE's marquee events—including WrestleMania, SummerSlam, Royal Rumble and Survivor Series—move exclusively to ESPN's platforms in the U.S. This ma...
A$AP Rocky Returns to Screen in A24’s ‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’ Trailer
SummaryA$AP Rocky is featured A24's If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You trailer, starring alongside Rose Byrne and Conan O'Brien.The film, directed by Mary Bronstein and praised at the Sundance Film Festival, is set to be released on October 10, 2025, with Rocky also slated to appear in another A24 film this year, Spike Lee's crime thriller Highest 2 Lowest.A$AP Rocky is making his return to feature film acting in a surreal dramedy from the cinema studio A24. In the newly unveiled trailer for If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You, the artist makes multiple appearances alongside classic comedy veterans Rose Byrne and Conan O'Brien as chaos unfolds.The film, directed by Mary Bronstein, premiered originally at the Sundance Film Festival to widespread acclaim. “With her life literally crashing down around her, ...
