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Entertainment coverage centers on the end of MIP London and a replacement event planned alongside the London Book Fair, mixed reactions to Tom Cruise’s Digger, developments around the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery deal, and a broad slate of film, television, anime, and industry announcements.

Film premieres, reviews, and major projects

Tom Cruise’s Digger drew attention for its London world premiere and sharply divided early critical reactions, while several other prominent film projects advanced through casting, development, or promotional milestones.

  • Digger premieres in London amid divided reactions

    Tom Cruise welcomed Prince William and Kate Middleton at Digger’s London world premiere. Early reactions were split, with critics describing the film as audacious, baffling, unpleasant, brave, or a hollow misfire, and some praising Cruise’s performance.

    DeadlineVarietyComingSoonVarietyIndieWire/Film

  • Robert Eggers moves forward with Romeo and Juliet adaptation

    Robert Eggers is attached to a Romeo and Juliet adaptation at Focus, prompting a bidding war that has been reported as resolved.

    ComingSoonIndieWire

  • The Batman Part II teased as an ambitious change of direction

    Robert Pattinson described The Batman Part II as ambitious and a real left turn from the first film, signaling a different approach to the franchise.

    VarietyComingSoon

  • New film and series projects span historical drama, horror, and music

    A television series about scientist Rosalind Franklin is in development; Anne Wilson’s song My Jesus is inspiring a film; and trailers or development reports emerged for His Monster, a new Resident Evil film, and a Britney Spears project.

    DeadlineFirstShowingComingSoonDeadlineComingSoon

Entertainment business and corporate activity

The sector saw changes in event strategy, agency representation, production-company leadership, and the continuing legal and commercial fallout surrounding the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery transaction.

  • MIP London to end as organizers plan a new London Book Fair event

    MIP London is ending after two years, with organizers launching a new event alongside the London Book Fair.

    VarietyDeadline

  • Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery settlement remains under judicial review

    A judge has scheduled a hearing on the settlement reached with state attorneys general over the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery deal. Reporting also described political criticism, a Justice Department assessment that the settlement added no new antitrust-related commitments, and cautious investor optimism after the settlement.

    VarietyDeadlineDeadlineDeadlineDeadlineIndieWire

  • Argonon announces senior leadership changes

    Argonon named Amanda Goddard as president and global CEO, while founder James Burstall becomes executive chair.

    DeadlineVariety

  • Entertainment companies expand partnerships and representation

    Sister Group has taken a minority stake in branded-entertainment company Common Interest, WTFN is merging Fred Media with Radar into an Australian studios business, and CAA has signed fashion commentator and red-carpet host Nicky Campbell.

    DeadlineDeadlineVarietyDeadline

  • Global South creators receive new distribution-focused support

    An impact fund for creators from the Global South launched at Toronto with a focus on distribution and audiences.

    Variety

Television and streaming

Broadcasters and streamers announced renewals, casting and franchise developments, while reviews and entertainment coverage tracked current episodes and audience performance.

  • On Standby renewed for a second season

    Israel’s Yes has renewed On Standby for Season 2.

    Deadline

  • Netflix renews a new series for Season 2

    Netflix has renewed a popular new television show featuring Ke$ha and a Mad Men star for a second season.

    ComingSoon

  • Returning television franchises generate casting and season updates

    Christopher Meloni’s return to Law & Order: SVU was teased ahead of Season 28; a Darkwing Duck revival is in development at Disney+; and Jessica Lange teased a secret fifth character connected to her American Horror Story 13 return.

    VarietyTVLineComingSoon

  • Reality and competition shows remain prominent

    Coverage included the America’s Got Talent Season 21 finale, Dancing With the Stars’ second-week elimination and Viral Hits Night, Big Brother’s final veto result, and a cliffhanger on The Voice Season 30.

    TVLineTVLineDeadlineTV FanaticTVLine

  • Streaming and television reviews span current dramas and comedies

    Reviews covered Ted Lasso, Slow Horses, RJ Decker, Doc, Brothers, and The Housewife, while other reports highlighted Netflix and Prime Video performance for individual films and series.

    TV FanaticTV FanaticTV FanaticTVLineTV FanaticVarietyVarietyComingSoon

Anime, games, and Japanese entertainment

Anime and related entertainment coverage included a Japanese box-office milestone, new promotional material, music releases, game casting, publishing activity, and a band’s breakup announcement.

  • Cosmic Princess Kaguya! surpasses 3 billion yen in Japan

    The anime film Cosmic Princess Kaguya! has passed 3 billion yen at the Japan box office.

    Crunchyroll News

  • Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 teases an escape from Arasaka

    A new video for Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2 teases an escape from Arasaka.

    Anime News NetworkAnime News Network

  • Anime music and game announcements continue

    Voice actor Nagisa Aoyama and singer May’n released new music videos; BanG Dream! Our Notes teased a Lady Gaga cover; and Persona 4 Revival revealed English voice casting for supporting characters.

    Crunchyroll NewsCrunchyroll NewsAnime News NetworkAnime News Network

  • cinema staff announces disbandment after 21 years

    The rock band cinema staff announced that it will disband after 21 years.

    MyAnimeList News

  • Manga and retail collaborations expand anime brands

    Manga Plus added several titles, while Kura Sushi USA launched a collaboration with The Apothecary Diaries.

    Anime News NetworkAnime News Network

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