Prime Video France is doubling down on homegrown originals across scripted, film and unscripted — and is pushing further into new event formats with “Mascarade,” a creator-led French format that builds on the streamer’s hit “LOL” franchise, as well as premium series such as “Anim
A packed New York City is about to get even more crowded with fans hoping to catch a glimpse of Taylor Swift heading to her wedding, and the NYPD has been warned about the influx of Swifties that could congregate around Madison Square Garden. Swift’s wedding to Kansas City Chiefs
Taiwanese companies eye global success. “There are many talented people in Taiwan – the problem is that our market is really small. Over the past few years, and with the support of TAICCA [Taiwan Creative Content Agency], so many projects have become a reality. That’s why ‘YaYa’
“Hannah Montana” star Mitchel Musso revealed he turned down an offer to join Miley Cyrus’ 20th anniversary special because “it wasn’t the right thing.” The actor, who played Miley Stewart’s pal Oliver Oken on the Disney Channel sitcom, gave his first-ever podcast interview on “Th
The Patti Smith Group guitarist previewed songs from his new album, which he discussed with Michael Imperioli
From AI insights to IRL experiential marketing, the crosscurrents of discussion at Cannes Lions were reflected Tuesday by top movers and shakers in marketing and media who joined Variety in the C-Suite in collaboration with Canva at the Festival of Creativity. Leaders from a rang
Wonder Project is expanding into children’s programming with a two-season pickup for the new series “Fluff Piece,” Variety has learned exclusively. “Fluff Piece” hails from creators Sylvia Brindis, Shane Snow, and Brian Donegan, with Brindis also starring. Wonder Project has comm
The career-spanning JAŸ-Z In 8 eight-part series will premiere on HBO Max later this year
Neon has set James Gray’s “Paper Tiger” for a wide release on Nov. 20, positioning the starry drama in the kickoff of awards season. The film will debut in select theaters on Nov. 13 before its nationwide rollout. “Paper Tiger,” Gray’s first film since 2022’s “Armageddon Time,” s
Jay-Z is set to sit down with Rick Rubin for the eight-part documentary series “Jay-Z in 8,” debuting on HBO this fall. Rubin is directing the series and will interview the rapper about his music, lyrics, life experiences and creative process. The two have a long history, as Rubi
New York prosecutors on Thursday dropped a charge of third-degree rape against Harvey Weinstein, after two juries were unable to reach a verdict on the allegation. In a statement, the D.A.’s office said that the accuser, Jessica Mann, did not wish to testify at a fourth trial of
The wild true story of an Australian man whose unique profession sees him hired by people to fulfil their final requests after they have died — a job that sometimes involves crashing their funerals to reveal deep secrets — is being adapted for TV. Fifth Season has secured the rig
A memorial concert for the vocalist, who sang “You’ve Made Me So Very Happy,” is in the works
Part greatest-hits compilation and part fresh kicks to the nuts, Jackass: Best and Last is a well-deserved victory lap for Johnny Knoxville and pals
A scuffle outside of Connor Storrie’s hotel has the internet talking about how far stans should go to get near their favorite stars
The actor will play a washed-up golf pro whose son might surpass his legacy if he doesn’t lock in soon
The King of New York said this is "a story about discovering that success doesn’t happen overnight"
Real Young and Lazy Horse are a group of New York DIY lifers who play four-hour sets for the sheer love of it. It’s made them one of the most fun live acts in rock
Personalized algorithms were supposed to kill monoculture. Instead, a German pop hook, a Philly drill chant, and the music behind AI fruit dramas are becoming a shared global language
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