Inside the Global Rise of CJ ENM’s ‘The Legend of Kitchen Soldier’
Varietyby Naman Ramachandran·30 Aug 2026
When “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” was selected as the only K-drama in the Special Screening section at Series Mania in Lille earlier this year, it marked an early signal that something unusual...
Owner of ‘Heated Rivalry’ Cabin Needed to Do Some ‘Soul Searching’ Before Inviting the Show Back for Season 2
Varietyby Jack Dunn·29 Aug 2026
Michael Kutryk, the owner of the now-famous cabin featured in “Heated Rivalry” Season 1, said he needed to do some “soul searching” before allowing the HBO production to come back for Season 2.
‘Borges and Me’ Review: Gentle, Nostalgic Literary Road Movie Is More Perky Than Poetic
Varietyby Guy Lodge·29 Aug 2026
American author Jay Parini’s 2020 memoir “Borges and Me: An Encounter” read as a charming extension of an anecdote any writer would dine out on for the rest of their life: the tale of how Parini...
Venice Film Festival Jury Press Conference ‘Probably Not’ Happening Due to Scheduling, Will Replace Event With Welcome Cocktails for Journalists
Varietyby Elskes·29 Aug 2026
The Venice Film Festival is weighing scrapping its traditional opening jury press conference on the Lido. The festival, which kicks off Sept.
‘New Girl’ Reunion Is Not Happening: ‘There Are No Scripts,’ Says Creator Liz Meriwether
Varietyby Marcmalkin·29 Aug 2026
“New Girl” isn’t coming back anytime soon. Despite recent claims by Max Greenfield, who played Schmidt on the hit Fox sitcom, that he has read “amazing” scripts for a reunion, show creator Liz...
Box Office: ‘The Dog Stars’ Struggles With Just $3 Million on Friday; ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ to Win Weekend Again
Varietyby Jack Dunn·29 Aug 2026
20th Century’s “The Dog Stars” and Keylight Pictures’ “Coyote vs. Acme” both debuted in theaters on Friday, but Sony and Marvel’s “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” will once again win the weekend.
‘The Song of Scorpions,’ ‘Qissa’ Director Anup Singh Sets Mumbai Film ‘Lasya: The Gentle Dance’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Varietyby Naman Ramachandran·29 Aug 2026
Anup Singh, director of “Qissa” and “The Song of Scorpions,” is directing a new short film, “Lasya: The Gentle Dance,” shot on Mumbai’s streets, produced by Mumbai-based Pretty Pictures.
Shailene Woodley Was Crushed When She Found Out Her Scenes in ‘Amazing Spider-Man 2’ Were Cut: The Role of Mary Jane Was ‘My Dream’
Varietyby Todd Spangler·29 Aug 2026
More than 12 years later, Shailene Woodley has opened up about her disappointment in finding out that her part in “The Amazing Spider-Man 2” opposite Andrew Garfield didn’t make the final cut.
Naomi Osaka Debuts a Luxury Accessories Brand at Uncharted’s Fame to Fortune Summit in the Hamptons
Varietyby Corbin Bolies·29 Aug 2026
Tennis champion Naomi Osaka has for years made the tennis court a runway, with her Nike outfits often paired with pieces made in collaboration with designers such as Hana Yagi and Robert Wun.
Sara Bareilles Sings About Loss — and It’s Our Gain — in the Beautifully Bittersweet ‘Good Grief’: Album Review
Varietyby Chris Willman·29 Aug 2026
Well, just how good can grief be? That’s a question raised by Sara Bareilles‘ “Good Grief,” which, true to its promissory title, deals primarily with loss and death and the kind of tough stuff that...
Zak Starkey and the Who Have Kissed and Made Up, as Rehearsal Reunion Is Revealed
Varietyby Chris Willman·29 Aug 2026
Apparently the deep and much-talked-about rift between the Who and former (and future?) drummer Zak Starkey was not quite a hell-freezes-over situation after all.
California Lawmakers Settle on Partial Film Carveout From Tax Credit Cap
Varietyby Gmaddaus·29 Aug 2026
California lawmakers have agreed on a partial carveout for the film and TV industry from a state cap on tax credits. The bill, AB 186, was unveiled on Friday evening.
Nashville Airport Could Be Renamed for Dolly Parton, Tennessee Governor Announces
Varietyby Isabelle Farina·28 Aug 2026
Country music icon, actress and philanthropist Dolly Parton dedicated her life to giving back to her home state of Tennessee, and now, three days after her death, her state is ready to give back to...
What’s Coming to Disney+ in September 2026
Varietyby Tanya Fedak·28 Aug 2026
It’s officially fall at Disney+, which is entering the month of September with a lineup of beloved spooky classics and all things football.
Everything We Know About ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’
Varietyby Isabelle Farina·28 Aug 2026
More than a decade after the last installment of “Grand Theft Auto” released, players are finally getting “GTA 6” on Nov. 19.
Hooters Restaurant Movie in the Works — Film News in Brief
Varietyby Mya Copeland·28 Aug 2026
First the Blackberry and Hot Cheetos got the feature film treatment, and now: “Hooters: The Movie.” Based on real-life events that took place at the restaurant, the founders of Hooters are turning...
Gladys Knight Cuts Back on Performing as She Transitions to ‘Next Stage’ of Career and Life
Varietyby Isabelle Farina·28 Aug 2026
After three quarters of a century under the spotlight, Gladys Knight is ready to take things a little slower.
What’s New on Netflix in September 2026
Varietyby Tanya Fedak·28 Aug 2026
Whether you’re looking to settle into September with cozy classics or start a new series, Netflix has a long list of titles joining or returning to the streamer this fall.
Disney+, Pokemon Company Ink Global Distribution Deal, Including New Stop-Motion Series
Varietyby Jennifer Maas·28 Aug 2026
Disney+ has set a global distribution deal with the Pokémon Company International that will include a new stop-motion series coming in 2027.
Rafael Manuel on Why the Golf Course in ‘Filipiñana’ Is a Metaphor for Inequality in the Philippines
Varietyby Jazztangcay·28 Aug 2026
Rafael Manuel’s new indie feature “Filipiñana,” which opens Friday in New York, is set against a backdrop of oppressive heat and drought.
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