Even as a not insignificant portion of the nation draws a blanket of isolationism, xenophobia and monolinguality ever more tightly around itself, another faction has grown more interested in what's happening around the world, and more accepting of TV shows and movies not in English.

Netflix, a global company, has a "browse by language" button ...Read more

ORLANDO, Fla. — “The Great Figment Movie”? “The Fast and the Figment”? “One Figment After Another”? “Star Wars: Episode XIII – The Figment Menace”? Does Disney have a Figment movie in the works?

Well, Josh D’Amaro, the freshly minted CEO of Walt Disney Co., didn’t say no when asked about future plans for Figment – the ...Read more

LOS ANGELES — This year marks a veritable museum-palooza as Los Angeles debuts four new major arts complexes, with three in the wings likely to open in advance of the 2028 Summer Olympics.

Immerse yourself in a psychedelic explosion at Meow Wolf, plan an afternoon liaison with Van Gogh at LACMA's new David Geffen Galleries, inhale the scent ...Read more

The opening credits of “The Forsytes” set the tone of the show with uncanny accuracy. On one hand, it’s thoroughly “Downton Abbey,” with elegantly hummable theme music; images of expensive-looking glassware, calligraphied calling cards and gazebos; and an alphabetical parade of names indicating a large and impressive cast. On the other...Read more

LOS ANGELES — Rather than chasing sequels and reboots, Netflix is betting its 2026 film strategy on a massive investment in original storytelling and a renewed focus on the theatrical comedy.

The streaming giant's need for original content is one of the main reasons Netflix fought fiercely to acquire Warner Bros. But even after losing the bid...Read more

NEW YORK — Jay-Z will perform back-to-back Yankee Stadium concerts to celebrate the anniversaries of “Reasonable Doubt” and “The Blueprint.”

Roc Nation announced the Brooklyn rapper will celebrate the 30-year anniversary of his debut album “Reasonable Doubt” on July 10 in the Bronx. He’ll be back on July 11 to perform tracks ...Read more

A jury sided with the rapper known as Afroman on Wednesday in a civil defamation suit brought against him by seven Adams County Sheriff’s deputies who alleged they were harmed by his use of surveillance footage in music videos that mocked their 2022 raid on his home.

The verdict came after a two-day trial during which Afroman, whose given ...Read more

Billy Porter says a poorly treated urinary infection nearly killed him.

On Wednesday, the 56-year-old Broadway icon appeared on “Today” to promote his new children’s book, “Songbird in the Light,” and discussed a recent health scare that’s given the actor a new outlook on life.

“I am on the road to complete recovery,” he said, ...Read more

LOS ANGELES — Space isn't a forgiving place to be stuck. There's no air, no pulling over for directions and no margin for error. When something goes wrong, you're left with whatever you have on hand for however long you can make it last.

That fear drives the new sci-fi epic "Project Hail Mary," opening in theaters Friday, with Ryan Gosling as...Read more

LOS ANGELES — Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is finally back.

It's been nearly five years since audiences last saw Tom Holland's Peter Parker suit up as the webslinger in "Spider-Man: No Way Home," and a lot has happened in the Marvel Cinematic Universe since. (Ten movies' worth, for those keeping track.) But Sony Pictures released ...Read more

Doja Cat is a "serial dater".

The 30-year-old rap star won't reveal the identity of her current partner, but Doja admits that she enjoys the experience of dating.

Asked if she sees herself as a serial dater, she told Vogue magazine: "Yes. I'm 30, so I'm ovulating and horny."

Doja thinks therapy has actually helped her to cope with the ...Read more

Ruth Gemmell "went home and cried" when she discovered she had a sex scene in Bridgerton.

The 58-year-old actress was "shocked" to learn during a costume fitting that she needed to prepare for an intimate moment between her character Lady Violet Bridgerton and co-star Daniel Francis' alter ego Lord Marcus Anderson.

She told Ciné-Télé-Revue:...Read more

Zach Braff was delighted when Michael Fassbender expressed a desire to work together - but then discovered the Shame star thought he was Dax Shepard.

The 50-year-old actor was on a night out in Las Vegas with Scrubs co-star Donald Faison when he ran into the "very handsome" Black Bag actor stopped him to tell him how much he "loved" all of his ...Read more

Niall Horan has confirmed he'll release his new album Dinner Party on June 5.

Fans can pre-order the record - his first full-length project since 2023's The Show - now and sign up for access to a pre-sale code linked to a run of UK and European tour dates that are still to be announced.

The album sees the former One Direction star reunite with...Read more

Netflix is reportedly exploring a major live arena tour based on KPop Demon Hunters, with new talks underway to bring the film's music to the stage.

Bloomberg reported on Wednesday (18.03.26) that the streamer has been speaking with concert promoters about a show built around songs from the smash-hit animated movie. The plan would feature real�...Read more

Tina Turner's name, image and likeness rights, along with a majority share of her music catalogue, have been sold to Pophouse Entertainment, after striking a new deal with BMG.

The Swedish entertainment company -- co‑founded by ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus and known for its digital avatar productions -- announced the acquisition on Thursday (19.03....Read more

Miley Cyrus found child stardom to be "awkward".

The 33-year-old pop star rose to fame as Hannah Montana on the hit Disney show between 2006 and 2011, but Miley admits that she struggled to cope with the intense scrutiny and pressure.

She told Variety: "Being recognisable as a teen going through different phases and stages was sometimes ...Read more

Demi Lovato was very "particular" about her wedding menu.

The 33-year-old pop star married Jordan 'Jutes' Lutes in Santa Barbara, California in May 2025, and Demi admits that she found curating her wedding menu to be an "intimidating" experience.

The singer - who was diagnosed with an eating disorder during her younger years - said at 92NY in ...Read more

Kevin Hart has branded a new waxwork replica of himself an "attack".

The Get Hard actor wants the Hollywood Wax Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, to "redo" their tribute to him because he doesn't believe the figure - which is dressed in a leather jacket and gold chain - looks anything like him.

Kevin took to Instagram to share a clip of the ...Read more

Elijah Wood has finally started reading Lord of the Rings - 27 years after he started working on the spin-off movies.

The 45-year-old actor played Frodo Baggins in Sir Peter Jackson's film trilogy, and also had a cameo in the first Hobbit, but despite spending several years immersed in author J.R.R. Tolkein's universe, it is only recently he ...Read more