In brief: ‘Wonder Man’ official trailer and more

The official trailer for Wonder Man has arrived. Marvel Television's latest series is set to premiere Jan. 27 on Disney+. It consists of eight episodes and was created by Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II stars as the aspiring actor Simon Williams in the series, which also stars Ben Kingsley back in his Marvel Cinematic Universe role of Trevor Slattery ...The live-action Assasin's Creed series at Netflix has added Tanzyn Crawford to its cast. Deadline reports that […]

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‘Avatar’ sequel kicks ‘Ash’ at box office once again, crosses $1 billion gross

Zoe Saldaña stars as Neytiri in 'Avatar: Fire and Ash.' (20th Century Studios)Happy New Year from Pandora: Avatar: Fire and Ash is the first #1 movie of 2026.James Cameron's epic sci-fi sequel spends a third week on top of the box office, taking in another $40 million over the first weekend of the new year, according to Box Office Mojo. On Sunday, Walt Disney Studios announced that the threequel had passed the $1 billion mark globally.Another Disney billion-dollar grosser, Zootopia 2, […]

January 5, 2026 1

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31st annual Critics Choice Awards: The winners

31st annual Critics Choice Awards logo (Critics Choice Association)The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards took place Sunday night, hosted by Chelsea Handler. The show aired across E! and USA networks. Here's the list of winners:Film categoriesBest pictureOne Battle After AnotherBest actorTimothée Chalamet, Marty SupremeBest actressJessie Buckley, HamnetBest supporting actorJacob Elordi, FrankensteinBest supporting actressAmy Madigan, WeaponsBest young actor/actressMiles Caton, SinnersBest directorPaul Thomas Anderson, One Battle After AnotherBest original screenplayRyan Coogler, SinnersBest adapted screenplayPaul Thomas Anderson, One Battle After AnotherBest cinematographyAdolpho Veloso, […]

January 5, 2026

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Paul Mescal says he’ll work less before Beatles biopics: ‘People will get a break from me’

Paul Mescal attends the photocall for the 'Hamnet' Photography Exhibition at Tristan Hoare Gallery on Dec. 16, 2025, in London, England. (Jeff Spicer/Getty Images)Paul Mescal is looking forward to taking a break.The actor, who stars as William Shakespeare in the new film Hamnet, recently told The Guardian that audiences can expect to see less of him on their movie screens for a while.“Once I’ve finished promoting [Hamnet],” Mescal said, “I hope nobody gets to see me until 2028 when I’m doing […]

January 2, 2026 1

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Will Smith sued by former tour member for wrongful termination, sexual harassment

Will Smith performs live onstage during the 'Based On A True Story' Summer Tour at Festhalle Frankfurt on July 18, 2025, in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Andreas Rentz/Getty ImagesA former violinist and crew member for Will Smith is suing the actor and rapper, as well as his touring company, for wrongful termination and sexual harassment, claims that Smith's lawyer is denying.Brian King Joseph, who toured with Smith in 2025, alleged in a complaint filed Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court that […]

January 2, 2026

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Get your first look at Sabrina Carpenter & Seth Rogen in ‘The Muppet Show’

'The Muppet Show' (Disney+)It's time to get things started on the return of the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, Muppetational TV show ever.In celebration of the 50th anniversary of its original launch in 1976, The Muppet Show returns Feb. 4 for a "special event" on Disney+ and ABC. A new teaser just dropped featuring special guest stars Sabrina Carpenter and Seth Rogen; Rogen is also an executive producer on the show.In the teaser, Kermit the Frog turns the lights on and takes […]

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Weekend Watchlist: What’s new in theaters, on streaming

Ready, set, binge! Here's a look at some of the new movies and TV shows coming to theaters and streaming services this weekend:NetflixStranger Things: The series finale of the beloved sci-fi series will find the Hawkins gang united to defeat Vecna once and for all.Run Away: The latest Harlan Coben series adaptation follows a web of secrets and a search for a missing daughter.ABCThe Year: 2025: Robin Roberts' annual retrospective includes interviews with Jonas Brothers and Robert Irwin.Dick Clark's New […]

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The most-anticipated films of 2026

Woody (Tom Hanks) and Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) in 'Toy Story 5.' (Walt Disney Studios)2026 is shaping up to be a year filled with blockbusters and other big cinematic events. With sequels, animated family films and superhero movies looking to make an impact, here's a look at some of the most-anticipated films of the upcoming year.The summer starts off with the debut of Toy Story 5 on June 19. Woody, Buzz and the rest of the gang of toys return for […]

January 2, 2026

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Watch Clay Aiken scare Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan & Carrie Underwood in new ‘American Idol’ promo

'American Idol' 2026 (Disney)A new year means a new season of American Idol, and in a new promo, an old favorite makes a return.In the promo, host Ryan Seacrest welcomes judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood to "American Idol University." "With decades of talent on display, I'm so excited for you all to explore these historic halls," says Seacrest."Look at all these superstars that have graduated from Idol U.," says Underwood, while admiring portraits of Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer […]

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