Stranger Things On The Big Screen, White House Movie Theater, Movie Stocks End Mixed
Fox Bites Into B.J. Novak's Chain Reaction
Fox Entertainment is placing a strategic bet on the restaurant biz, acquiring a stake in B.J. Novak's fast-food pop-up, Chain. Think of it as a cinematic universe, but with burgers. The deal includes a first-look pact with Chain Media, proving that Hollywood is always hungry for the next big thing, even if it comes with fries.
From Miramax to Micro-Dramas: Blockbuster Move for Streaming
Former Miramax honcho Bill Block is betting small is the new big with GammaTime, a micro-drama streaming platform. Armed with $14M in funding and a team of streaming vets, Block is aiming to deliver bite-sized cinematic stories straight to your eyeballs. Forget binge-watching, prepare for snack-watching.
White House Goes Hollywood... Renovation
The historic White House movie theater is undergoing a major glow-up as part of a $300 million East Wing renovation. Comcast, Amazon, and Apple are all contributing to the overhaul, so expect stadium seating and Dolby Atmos when it reopens. Hopefully, they will keep the popcorn machine original.
Read more at The Hollywood Reporter →
Turkish Delight: Can Yaman Conquers Spain
International star Can Yaman is crossing borders and languages, signing on for his first Spanish-language series. Produced by Secuoya Studios in Madrid, this romantic thriller promises to be a fiery fusion of cultures and suspense. Move over, paella, there's a new star in Spain.
Stranger Things To Hit The Theaters
Netflix is doing something unprecedented - the Stranger Things Season 5 finale will debut simultaneously in theaters and on streaming on December 31, 2025 at 5pm PT. This marks the first time a TV show episode has been released day-and-date in both formats.
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🎯 On The Radar
- Emma's Early Role Reversal
Before she was Emma Stone, she was briefly Riley Stone. The actress revealed the story behind her stage name change on 'Malcolm in the Middle.'
Read more at The Hollywood Reporter → - Burke's Ballroom Backstage Pass
Cheryl Burke is trading her dancing shoes for a judge's paddle on 'Dancing With the Stars'. She will guest judge the Halloween episode.
Read more at Variety →
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