ENTERTAINMENT

SummaryNetflix and MAPPA partner to establish an integrated, world-class animation studio modelThe deal secures exclusive global streaming rights and collaborative merchandising for a new anime slateThe alliance addresses surging demand while empowering MAPPA’s creative independenceNetflix has officially announced an expanded strategic partnership with MAPPA, the prestigious Japanese animation house responsible for global hits such as Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man.According to Netflix, this collaboration is designed to pioneer a world-class animation studio model that integrates every stage of the creative process. Rather than following traditional production paths, the two companies will work together on new projects from a global perspective, from initial story development to the relea...

SummaryMark Ruffalo confirms he will not appear as the Hulk in Avengers: DoomsdayThe actor is set to return in Spider-Man: Brand New DayRuffalo remains open to future MCU appearances despite his current absenceMark Ruffalo has provided a definitive answer regarding the Hulk’s status in the MCU, confirming that he will not appear in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. While Ruffalo has been the face of Bruce Banner since 2012, his absence from the next ensemble epic comes as a surprise to fans, especially as core veterans Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth and Robert Downey Jr. prepare for their returns to the franchise.Speaking with Empire, Ruffalo addressed the Hulk's exclusion from Doomsday while remaining optimistic about the character's future. "As long as they keep finding cool things to do wi...

SummaryJosh Safdie reveals an original Marty Supreme ending featuring a supernatural vampire twistThe scrapped finale involved Kevin O’Leary’s character biting Marty’s neck at a concertA24 executives rejected the payoff, opting for a grounded, traditional conclusionDirector Josh Safdie recently sat down with Sean Baker on the A24 Podcast to reveal a bizarre, scrapped ending for his latest feature, Marty Supreme, which originally took a sharp supernatural turn.In the initial draft, the story followed Timothée Chalamet’s titular ping-pong prodigy into the late ‘80s, tracking his immense commercial success as a footwear mogul. The film was set to conclude at a Tears for Fears concert, where a wealthy, aging Marty reflects on his life’s choices while sitting with his granddaughter. The scene t...

SummaryPrime Video has greenlit a 10-episode reality competition based on the Fallout universeStudio Lambert and Kilter Films will produce the series with Bethesda Game StudiosCasting is currently open for contestants to enter the immersive Vault-Tec simulationPrime Video is expanding its post-apocalyptic footprint with Fallout: Shelter, a new unscripted competition series that brings the Vault-Tec experience to the real world. Following the massive success of the scripted Fallout adaptation, Amazon has partnered with the producers behind Squid Game: The Challenge to create an immersive, high-stakes game show set within the franchise's signature underground bunkers.The 10-episode series will transport a diverse group of contestants into a bomb-proof vault, challenging them to survive a sim...

SummaryMarty Supreme earns $80M USD to surpass Everything Everywhere All at Once as A24’s highest-grossing North American releaseTimothée Chalamet locks in Golden Globe and Critics Choice wins ahead of expected Oscar nominationsThe 1952 comedy drama tracks a ping-pong hustler's chaotic journeyJosh Safdie’s Marty Supreme has officially claimed the title of A24’s highest-grossing film in the US domestic box office. Starring Timothée Chalamet, the R-rated sports comedy drama has earned $80 million USD in North America, surpassing the previous $77 million USD record held by the Oscar-winning Everything Everywhere All at Once. The film’s financial performance is particularly crucial given the elevated stakes of the production; with a budget of $70 million USD, it stands as A24’s most expensive ...

SummaryZootopia 2 has overtaken Inside Out 2 as Hollywood’s highest-grossing animated film with $1.7 billion USD globallyInternational markets drove $1.31 billion USD of the total, with China contributing a massive $619 million USDDirectors Jared Bush and Byron Howard reunite leads Ginnifer Goodwin and Jason Bateman alongside newcomer Ke Huy QuanDisney has confirmed that Zootopia 2 has officially surpassed Inside Out 2 to become Hollywood’s highest-grossing animated film of all time. The sequel has generated $1.7 billion USD globally, edging out the $1.69 billion USD record set just last year by Pixar’s emotional sequel. Disney Entertainment co-chairman Alan Bergman celebrated the milestone in a statement, crediting the "extraordinary achievement" to the enthusiasm of fans worldwide and th...

SummaryDirected by Maggie Gyllenhaal, 'THE BRIDE!' stars Christian Bale as Frankenstein and Jessie Buckley as his revived companion in a radical, 1930s-set reimagining of the classic taleThe film follows the duo on a chaotic journey through Chicago involving murder, supernatural possession, and a combustible romance that sparks a wild cultural movementFeaturing an elite ensemble including Annette Bening and Penélope Cruz, the film premieres in IMAX and theaters globally starting March 4, 2026Warner Bros. has unveiled a striking new look at THE BRIDE!, Maggie Gyllenhaal’s highly anticipated follow-up to The Lost Daughter. This "punk-rock" reimagining of a gothic classic transports audiences to 1930s Chicago, where a reclusive and lonely Frankenstein (Christian Bale) enlists the help of an i...

SummaryNetflix renews Culinary Class Wars for Season 3, shifting from individual chefs to four‑person restaurant teamsThe new format tests teamwork, leadership and consistency under high‑pressure competitionStudio Slam’s original creative team returns, with applications opening via Netflix KoreaNetflix has officially confirmed the renewal of its hit cooking competition series, Culinary Class Wars, for a third season, introducing a significant format shift that moves away from individual rivalry.Building on two consecutive years of global success where it consistently ranked in Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English TV list, the upcoming season will transition into a team-based showdown. This new structure features four-person teams representing a single restaurant, effectively transforming th...

SummarySophie Turner and Kit Harington star in the new gothic horror film The Dreadful, set during the War of the RosesThe project marks their first on-screen reunion since Game of Thrones, casting the former on-screen siblings as romantic interestsLionsgate has released the first trailer ahead of the film's theatrical and digital release on February 20Sophie Turner and Kit Harington are officially back on screen together, but their dynamic in The Dreadful is a far cry from Winterfell. Lionsgate has unveiled the first trailer for the gothic horror film, which sees the former Game of Thrones siblings reuniting as romantic leads against the backdrop of the War of the Roses. Directed by Natasha Kermani, the movie promises a dark, atmospheric pivot for the duo, trading high fantasy for grounde...

SummaryHBO has shifted its sequel plans toward an Arya Stark-led series following the cancellation of the Kit Harington-fronted Jon Snow projectThe new series is expected to follow Arya’s journey beyond the known maps of Westeros, with Drops of God writer Quoc Dang Tran currently developing the storyWhile the project is in early development, Maisie Williams is anticipated to return, marking the first major live-action continuation of a lead character’s story following the original series finaleThe world of Game of Thrones is expanding once more, but this time, the focus has shifted from the frozen North to the uncharted horizons of the sunset sea. HBO is reportedly in early development on a new sequel series centered on Arya Stark, with Maisie Williams expected to reprise her iconic role a...

SummaryAmazon MGM Studios shares the first official image of Sophie Turner as the legendary archaeologist Lara Croft for Prime Video’s Tomb Raider seriesThe series features a star-studded ensemble including Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs, and Bill PatersonProduction has officially commenced with Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge serving as writer and co-showrunnerAmazon MGM Studios has officially released the first look at Sophie Turner as Lara Croft, marking the start of production for Prime Video’s highly anticipated Tomb Raider series.Released to coincide with the first days of shooting, the image introduces the Game of Thrones alum as the globetrotting adventurer, promising a "massive scale" reinvention of the franchise. Turner leads a cast that blends canon favorites with new faces...

SummaryMan on the Run premieres February 27 on Prime Video, tracking Paul McCartney's emotional pivot from The Beatles to WingsDirected by Morgan Neville, the film utilizes unseen footage to explore the love story with Linda McCartney that sparked his second actThe project celebrates the era that produced Live and Let Die and 12 UK top 10 singles“The Beatles had been my whole life, really,” said Paul McCartney in the first trailer for Man on the Run, setting a somber tone for a story about reinvention. When the Fab Four split in 1970, McCartney admits he thought he would "never write another note of music, ever," spiraling into a period of deep depression. Directed by Morgan Neville, this upcoming documentary peels back the curtain on that vulnerable transition, exploring how the musician ...