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Ralph Fiennes Talks ‘Conclave’s Important Message Of “Tolerance” And “Asking Questions”, Reveals A ‘28 Years Later’ Detail
Ralph Fiennes arrives for an interview with Deadline in the cramped manager’s office at the Prince Charles Cinema just off London’s Leicester Square and it is too small to swing a cat. “Mind your head,” he calls to a visitor about to be knocked out by a low beam. “Is this divine intervention?” I joke. […]
Pete Davidson Goes Shirtless in Campaign Amid Tattoo Removal Process
Pete Davidson is embracing a clean slate. Amid the Saturday Night Live alum’s ongoing process of getting nearly 200 tattoos removed, he has established himself as the “Official Boyfriend of...
The Black List & Cassian Elwes Name Natalie Baseman As Their Independent Screenwriting Fellow For 2025
EXCLUSIVE: The Black List and veteran producer Cassian Elwes have named Natalie Baseman as their Cassian Elwes Independent Screenwriting Fellow for 2025. Elwes selected the up-and-coming screenwriter on the strength of Good Auntie, a dark comedy about a sharp-tongued stand-up comic who does everything she can to get out of fulfilling her dying sister’s last […]
‘Big Bang Theory’ Alum John Ross Bowie Joins Spinoff in Development at Max
Another former “Big Bang Theory” cast member has signed on to the spinoff series currently in the works at Max. Variety has confirmed that John Ross Bowie has signed a talent holding deal with studio Warner Bros. Television that would see him reprise the role of Barry Kripke, or “Kwipke” if you’re nasty. Bowie would […]
Duolingo Announces Death of Their Owl Mascot
Duolingo is saying goodbye to a legend. The language learning app revealed that its mascot Duo—formally known as The Duolingo Owl—has unexpectedly died for its latest brand marketing...
Javier Bardem Drama ‘The Beloved’ From Director Rodrigo Sorogoyen Heading to EFM With Goodfellas (EXCLUSIVE)
Javier Bardem’s upcoming Spanish-language drama “El Ser Querido” from multiple Goya Award-winning writer-director Rodrigo Sorogoyen (“The Realm,” “The Beasts”) is heading to the EFM with the English title “The Beloved,” with Goodfellas launching the project to buyers. The film — also starring Victoria Luengo (“The Room Next Door”) — is a drama about an acclaimed film director […]
‘The Big Bang Theory’s John Ross Bowie To Join Max Spinoff, Reprising Barry Kripke Role
EXCLUSIVE: Gweat news for woyaw Big Bang fans: another popular character from the hit CBS sitcom is poised to return for the upcoming spinoff on Max. John Ross Bowie, who played plasma physicist Barry Kripke on The Big Bang Theory, is joining fellow alums Kevin Sussman (Stuart Bloom), Brian Posehn (Bert Kibbler) and Lauren Lapkus […]
Vertical Acquires Kevin James Action Comedy ‘Guns Up’
EXCLUSIVE: Vertical has acquired U.S. and UK/IRE rights to Guns Up, a new action comedy starring actor and comedian Kevin James. Hailing from writer-director Edward Drake (Detective Knight film series) and Millennium Media, the studio behind the Hitman’s Bodyguard franchise, the film is set to hit theaters this summer. Also starring Christina Ricci (Yellowjackets), Luis […]
Berlin-Bound ‘Shadowbox’ Explores Mental Health and Family Bonds in Working-Class India, Clip Unveiled: ‘It’s a Journey of Love’ (EXCLUSIVE)
A retired soldier’s descent into crisis and its rippling effect through a working-class Bengali family forms the emotional core of “Shadowbox” (“Baksho Bondi”), set to world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival’s Perspectives strand. The Bengali-language feature marks the directorial debut of cinematographer Saumyananda Sahi (Oscar nominated “All That Breathes”) and editor Tanushree Das (“Eeb […]
Itay Reiss Made Partner At Artists First
EXCLUSIVE: Ten-year Artists First vet Itay Reiss has been named one of the firm’s partners. Born in Israel and raised in Los Angeles, Emmy Award-winning producer Reiss began his career at United Talent Agency in 1998 and joined Artists First in 2015. He recently produced the 20th Century Studios feature Quiz Lady starring Awkwafina, Will […]
Kanye West Sued by Jewish Staffer After Texting ‘Hail Hitler’
A former marketing staffer for Kanye West sued him on Tuesday, alleging that he fired her after calling her ugly and texting her “Hail Hitler.” The staffer, who is Jewish, alleges that West routinely targeted his Jewish employees with hateful and antisemitic comments. The lawsuit, filed in L.A. Superior Court, includes text messages from West […]
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Evoke Entertainment Signs ‘Rise’ Director Akin Omotoso
EXCLUSIVE: Evoke Entertainment, the management and production company formerly known as Cartel Entertainment, has signed award-winning African director Akin Omotoso. Omotoso is best known for the Disney film Rise (aka The Greek Freak), based on the life of NBA Champion Giannis Antetokounmpo. Released in 2022, the film is rated 91% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes. Currently, the filmmaker […]
Demi Moore, On the Verge of Her First Oscar
As she prepares for her first Oscars as a nominee, the star of “The Substance” talks about the daring role that revitalized her career.
How ‘The Wizard and I’ Became the Most Challenging Number in ‘Wicked’: From Planting Barley Fields to De-Greenifying Cynthia Erivo and a Scrapped Tornado Garden
A lot needed to happen during “Wicked’s” “The Wizard and I.” As Elphaba’s (Cynthia Erivo) “I want” song, it expresses the character’s innermost desires: to meet the wizard who she believes will help her, and to feel accepted by everyone, including the audience. Director Jon M. Chu needed audiences to fall in love with her. […]
Poppi Founder Addresses Backlash Over Influencer Vending Machines
This drama is bubbling over. Poppi—a prebiotic soda brand—made a splash during Super Bowl LIX when it launched a campaign that saw personal vending machines of the beverage delivered to social...
Kanye West called himself 'Hitler' and was abusive to ex-employee, lawsuit alleges
The mercurial hip-hop star allegedly mistreated Jewish employees inside his fashion company and compared himself to Adolf Hitler, according to a civil lawsuit filed Tuesday.
Kazoo Films Acquires Clive Barker-Inspired ‘Night of the Zoopocalypse’ For The UK And Strikes Partnership With Viva Pictures
EXCLUSIVE: Having worked together on The Amazing Maurice, distributor Viva Pictures and its newly-minted counterpart Kazoo Films will join forces for animated movie acquisitions. They will jointly acquire family-skewed films with LA-based Viva Pictures handling distribution in the U.S. and UK-based Kazoo taking rights on its home turf. First up is Night of the Zoopocalypse. […]
UTA Promotes 114 to the Agency Ranks Across 28 Divisions
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Dave Chappelle To Receive NAACP Image Awards’ President’s Award
Dave Chappelle has been tapped to receive the President’s Award during the 56th NAACP Image Awards, organizers said Tuesday. The honor will be bestowed February 22 during the Image Awards ceremony at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium airing on CBS and BET. “The President’s Award honors an unwavering dedication to community, and throughout his distinguished career, […]
‘Robin Hood’: Sean Bean To Play Sheriff Of Nottingham In MGM+ Series
Sean Bean has been tapped to star opposite Jack Patten in MGM+’s upcoming series Robin Hood. From Lionsgate TV and showrunner John Glenn, Robin Hood is described as a sweeping, romantic adventure, a modern take of the classic tale that brings historical authenticity, psychological depth, and a heightened focus on the relationship between Rob and Marian. In […]
UTA Promotes 114 Across Agency
UTA has promoted 114 employees across six office locations and 28 divisions, Deadline has learned. The divisions involved include MP Lit, TV Lit, Talent, Unscripted Television, Entertainment & Culture Marketing, Creators, News & Broadcasting, Production Arts, Independent Film, Comedy Touring, Ventures, Technology, Finance & Accounting, KLUTCH Sports, Media Rights, MediaLink, Comedy Touring, and Ventures, among […]
Hulu Unveils Title, Premiere Date For Jessica Kirson Stand-Up Special
EXCLUSIVE: Hulu has announced I’m the Man as the name of its new stand-up special from comedian Jessica Kirson, announcing that her hour will premiere on the service on Friday, April 25. Kirson’s is the sixth original special coming to Hulu under the streamer’s new stand-up comedy initiative, Hularious. The special is described as a […]
Brrrr Cold War: Filmmaker R.J. Cutler To Drill Into Secret 1960s Plan To Turn Greenland Into U.S. Nuclear Missile Base
EXCLUSIVE: Award-winning director R.J. Cutler’s latest project is taking him to a very remote and very icy environment. He’s at work on a documentary about Camp Century, a U.S. military installation built in Greenland at the height of the Cold War. Officially billed at the time as, “Nothing to see here, folks – we’re just […]
Final Oscar Voting Begins: How ‘Anora’ and Sean Baker Became the New Frontrunners
The final Oscar voting period has begun, and the year of multiple contenders has finally found its frontrunner. For months, Hollywood has searched for its strongest best picture candidate. Now, with a sweep at the Critics Choice, Directors Guild of America and Producers Guild of America awards, Sean Baker’s “Anora” has emerged as the film […]
‘Deli Boys’ Trailer Reveals Hilarious Dark Side of Family Convenience Store Business
Hulu’s Onyx Collective has dropped the first trailer for the single-camera comedy series “Deli Boys.” The series will debut with its full 10-episode season on March 6. In the trailer, Pakistani-American brothers Mir (Asif Ali) and Raj (Saagar Shaikh) Dar discover that their father’s convenience store empire was nothing but a front, and that the […]
Sean Bean to Play Sheriff of Nottingham in ‘Robin Hood’ Series at MGM+
Sean Bean has joined the upcoming “Robin Hood” series at MGM+, Variety has learned. Bean will star alongside previously announced series lead Jack Patten, who will play the titular outlaw folk hero. Bean will star as the notorious Sheriff of Nottingham. The official description of the Sheriff states: “This vision of the Sheriff of Nottingham […]
Liam Payne’s Ex-Fiancée Maya Henry Breaks Silence on His Death
Maya Henry is working through a particularly difficult bout of grief. After the One Direction singer Liam Payne tragically died Oct. 16, his ex—whom he dated on-and-off between 2018 and...
Adele and Fiancé Rich Paul Get Cozy During Rare Courtside Date Night
Adele doesn’t have to spend all night dreaming about her fiancé, Rich Paul. Instead, the 30 singer recently enjoyed a sweet outing with him in Los Angeles. Adele, 36, and Rich were seen sitting...
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