In brief: ‘Ballard’ renewed for season 2 at Prime Video and more

A documentary about legendary Saturday Night Live writer Jim Downey is headed to Peacock. The streaming service has announced that the film Downey Wrote That will be available to stream on Oct. 17. The documentary will explore his career, including his sketches, contributions and influence as one of the most impactful writers in the history of the late-night comedy series. It will feature interviews with Downey, John Mulaney, Conan O’Brien, Martin Short, Ben Stiller, Kenan Thompson and more ...The upcoming […]

October 7, 2025

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Ridley Scott calls most modern movies ‘s***,’ says he rewatches his own instead

Ridley Scott poses ahead of his conversation on stage at BFI Southbank on October 5, 2025, in London, England. (John Phillips/Getty Images)Ridley Scott has had enough of modern moviemaking.The director, who has helmed films such as Alien, Blade Runner and Gladiator, recently spoke at the BFI Southbank about his movie and TV-watching habits. Metro reports that Ridley, while in conversation with his son Luke Scott, said he watches plenty of the latest titles in order to find new acting talent. Lately, however, he […]

October 7, 2025

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Dwayne Johnson reacts to ‘The Smashing Machine’ opening weekend

Dwayne Johnson in 'The Smashing Machine.' (A24)Dwayne Johnson is opening up about the opening weekend box office performance of his latest movie, The Smashing Machine.The film, which was directed by Benny Safdie, tells the story of two-time UFC heavyweight champion Mark Kerr. Johnson plays the legendary mixed martial artist and fighter in the sports biopic, which earned $6 million during its opening weekend. This makes it the lowest box office debut of Johnson's acting career.Johnson took to Instagram on Monday […]

October 6, 2025

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Jennifer Lawrence, Robert Pattinson star in ‘Die My Love’ trailer

Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson in 'Die My Love.' (MUBI/Kimberley French)Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson star in the new trailer for Die My Love.MUBI released the official trailer for the upcoming film on Monday. The film, which was directed by Lynne Ramsay, is based on the novel by Ariana Harwicz.Lawrence stars as Grace, who has recently moved into an old house deep in the country with her partner, Jackson, played by Pattinson."With ambitions to write The Great American Novel, Grace […]

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Reese Witherspoon to produce live-action ‘Polly Pocket’ film starring Lily Collins

A photo of Lily Collins and a Polly Pocket toy. (Gregory Russell, Mattel)New details about the upcoming Polly Pocket film have been revealed.Mattel Studios and Amazon MGM Studios' live-action film starring Lily Collins has garnered some new creatives. Reese Witherspoon's company Hello Sunshine will co-develop the upcoming film, while Freakier Friday writers Jordan Weiss and Dan Brier will pen the screenplay.Along with starring as the titular tiny doll, Collins will produce through her production banner Case Study Films.Lena Dunham was […]

October 6, 2025

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In brief: ‘The Comeback’ adds to cast, Adam Driver and Anne Hathaway teaming up, and more

The Comeback season 3 has added new people to its cast, Variety reports. The HBO Lisa Kudrow comedy will feature Julian Stern, Kudrow’s real-life son, in his television debut, as well as Abbi Jacobson and John Early. Production on season 3 is now underway …ABC’s Scrubs revival has expanded its cast. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Vanessa Bayer and Joel Kim Booster have joined the show, alongside returning original cast members Zach Braff, Donald Faison and Sarah Chalke. Original cast members Judy […]

October 6, 2025

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The life of a movie star: Taylor Swift’s ‘The Official Release Party of a Showgirl’ tops box office

'Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl' movie poster. (TAS Rights Management)Apparently not content to simply rule the world of music, Taylor Swift's now set her sights on cinema, too.The pop superstar's The Official Release Party of a Showgirl theatrical event -- a film accompaniment to her new album, The Life of a Showgirl -- has debuted at #1 at the box office. According to Box Office Mojo, The Official Release Party of a Showgirl, which featured the premiere of Swift's […]

October 6, 2025

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Tyrese Gibson turns himself in, released on bond in Fulton County animal cruelty case

Tyrese Gibson attends the MACRO Pre-Oscars Party at Laya Restaurant on February 27, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Phillip Faraone/Getty ImagesTyrese Gibson turned himself in Friday after being charged with animal cruelty, after his dogs allegedly killed a neighbor's dog in his Atlanta neighborhood.The actor and R&B singer was booked in Fulton County and released on $20,000 bond, according to Fulton County Sheriff's Office jail records.Good Morning America has reached out to Gibson for comment.Gibson, who is also known for his […]

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs gets 50 months in prison

Sean “Diddy” Combs has been sentenced to 50 months in prison for his conviction on two prostitution-related offenses.He gets credit for time served since his arrest. Combs has already spent 12 months at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.Before the judge read the sentence, Combs tearfully apologized in court, saying, "I’ve been humbled and broken to my core."Federal prosecutors argued Combs deserved at least 11 years in prison, while Combs' lawyers asked for a sentence of no more than 14 […]

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