Clayton Davis

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Variety Senior Awards Editor; Oscar race, festivals, box office linkage.

Scorsese's Pope Francis Film Debuts at Vatican Screening
SocialApr 20, 2026

Scorsese's Pope Francis Film Debuts at Vatican Screening

Martin Scorsese’s Pope Francis Film to Launch With Private Vatican Screening One Year After His Death; First-Look Images Revealed https://t.co/0XCLaJrmer via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Elisabeth Moss Secures Guest Actress Emmy Nod for ‘The Testaments’
SocialApr 20, 2026

Elisabeth Moss Secures Guest Actress Emmy Nod for ‘The Testaments’

Elisabeth Moss Wins Emmys Petition, Will Compete as Guest Actress for ‘The Testaments’ After Reprising ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Role (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/2w48rqQPmW via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Coachella Weekend 2 Outshines First with Star‑Studded Lineup
SocialApr 20, 2026

Coachella Weekend 2 Outshines First with Star‑Studded Lineup

Madonna, SZA, Snoop, Olivia Rodrigo: Why Is Coachella Weekend 2 Crushing Weekend 1? https://t.co/OvPzECDvMj via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Gov Race Highlights Hollywood Job Crisis, Proposes Incentive Boost
SocialApr 20, 2026

Gov Race Highlights Hollywood Job Crisis, Proposes Incentive Boost

Hollywood Jobs Crisis Becomes Focus of Governor’s Race as Candidates Offer Incentive Hike https://t.co/aSMdDa4W3C via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Emmys Predictions Updated: 34 Categories, Pitt Wraps, Beef Debuts
SocialApr 19, 2026

Emmys Predictions Updated: 34 Categories, Pitt Wraps, Beef Debuts

Emmys Predictions: 34 Categories Updated as ‘The Pitt’ Wraps and ‘Beef’ Makes Its Debut https://t.co/bayY5ZZn34 via @variety https://t.co/BD9nSdmzQu

By Clayton Davis
Carey Mulligan Leads Emmy Race; Kerry Washington Gains Buzz
SocialApr 18, 2026

Carey Mulligan Leads Emmy Race; Kerry Washington Gains Buzz

Emmys: Lead Actress (Limited/Movie) — Carey Mulligan Takes Early Lead With ‘Beef’ as Kerry Washington Gains Buzz for ‘Imperfect Women’ https://t.co/oU3muhxzzY via @variety https://t.co/3i5Fq728b5

By Clayton Davis
Jean Smart, Quinta Brunson, Kudrow Lead Emmy Comedy Actress Rankings
SocialApr 18, 2026

Jean Smart, Quinta Brunson, Kudrow Lead Emmy Comedy Actress Rankings

#Emmys: Lead Actress (Comedy) The first ranking charts are out, with Jean Smart, Quinta Brunson, Lisa Kudrow and others in the race. https://t.co/kr14DYSLb0 via @variety https://t.co/XtCn4bbgTd

By Clayton Davis
Legendary Actress Nathalie Baye Dies at 77
SocialApr 18, 2026

Legendary Actress Nathalie Baye Dies at 77

Nathalie Baye, ‘Day for Night’ and ‘Catch Me If You Can’ Actress, Dies at 77 https://t.co/2sW21U79bY via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Li Jun Li Cast as Miriam, Lev and Yara’s Mother
SocialApr 17, 2026

Li Jun Li Cast as Miriam, Lev and Yara’s Mother

Got a Friday scoop for #TheLastOfUs fans regarding Season 3. ‘Sinners’ Breakout Star Li Jun Li Joins ‘The Last of Us’ Season 3 as Lev and Yara’s Mother, Miriam (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/UG1hYy1JJ9 via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Marielle Heller to Direct FernGully Live‑Action for Amazon MGM
SocialApr 17, 2026

Marielle Heller to Direct FernGully Live‑Action for Amazon MGM

#FernGully raised me! ‘FernGully’ Live-Action Movie Directed by Marielle Heller in the Works at Amazon MGM https://t.co/hWy0Kq6zX9 via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Malcolm in the Middle Revival Remains Emmy‑eligible Despite Short Season
SocialApr 16, 2026

Malcolm in the Middle Revival Remains Emmy‑eligible Despite Short Season

‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Revival Eligible in Emmys Comedy Race Despite Shortened Season (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/CCWt2NSnFB via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Emmy Lead Actress (Limited/Movie) Rankings Released
SocialApr 16, 2026

Emmy Lead Actress (Limited/Movie) Rankings Released

The Emmy rankings and charts have debuted for Lead Actress (Limited/Movie) https://t.co/oU3muhxzzY via @variety https://t.co/dE4zGYspdy

By Clayton Davis
Keke Palmer Poised for First Acting Emmy, Ortega Returns
SocialApr 16, 2026

Keke Palmer Poised for First Acting Emmy, Ortega Returns

Emmys: Lead Actress (Comedy) — Keke Palmer Eyes Potential First Acting Nom as Jenna Ortega Seeks Return https://t.co/kr14DYSLb0 via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Emmys Lead Actress Category Crowded; ‘Industry’ Eyes Breakthrough
SocialApr 16, 2026

Emmys Lead Actress Category Crowded; ‘Industry’ Eyes Breakthrough

Emmys: Lead Actress (Drama) — Zendaya, Rhea Seehorn and Keri Russell Lead Crowded Field; Will ‘Industry’ Finally Break Through? https://t.co/HMzBoiPGfz via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Tribeca 2026 Lineup Features Aubrey Plaza, Paul Rudd
SocialApr 16, 2026

Tribeca 2026 Lineup Features Aubrey Plaza, Paul Rudd

Films Starring Aubrey Plaza, Paul Rudd, Wagner Moura and More Lead Tribeca Festival’s 2026 Lineup https://t.co/iSJZvTmLuf via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Dropout Adds 11 Emmy Categories, Vic Michaelis Enters Race
SocialApr 15, 2026

Dropout Adds 11 Emmy Categories, Vic Michaelis Enters Race

Dropout’s Emmys Surprise: ‘Game Changer’ and ‘Very Important People’ Enter 11 Categories as Vic Michaelis Joins Lead Comedy Actress Race (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/tNMM9W3Jce via @variety @dropout

By Clayton Davis
Criterion July Lineup Features The Elephant Man, Crying Game
SocialApr 15, 2026

Criterion July Lineup Features The Elephant Man, Crying Game

David Lynch’s ‘The Elephant Man,’ Neil Jordan’s ‘The Crying Game’ Among Criterion Collection’s July Physical Media Releases https://t.co/BRxxa5ahJ4 via @variety @Criterion

By Clayton Davis
Harrison Ford Poised for First Emmy Supporting Comedy Nod
SocialApr 15, 2026

Harrison Ford Poised for First Emmy Supporting Comedy Nod

‘Shrinking’ the Odds: Why Harrison Ford’s Emmy Moment May Have Finally Arrived Ford's supporting comedy actor submission will be among the 19 categories from the acclaimed Apple TV series https://t.co/DdbUriulcG via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Emmys Won’t Pass Over “DTF St. Louis”
SocialApr 15, 2026

Emmys Won’t Pass Over “DTF St. Louis”

Are the Emmys going to pass over “DTF St. Louis?” No way, José. https://t.co/o4FmOj0aJB via @variety https://t.co/0QsWXbG4om

By Clayton Davis
Bateman, Cardellini Champion Acting Emmys with DTF St. Louis
SocialApr 15, 2026

Bateman, Cardellini Champion Acting Emmys with DTF St. Louis

Jason Bateman and Linda Cardellini Launch Supporting Acting Emmys Push for ‘DTF St. Louis’ (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/o4FmOj0aJB via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Harrison Ford's Long-Awaited Emmy Breakthrough Finally Arrives
SocialApr 14, 2026

Harrison Ford's Long-Awaited Emmy Breakthrough Finally Arrives

‘Shrinking’ the Odds: Why Harrison Ford’s Emmy Moment May Have Finally Arrived https://t.co/DdbUriulcG via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Netflix’s “Lord of the Flies” Lands 12 Emmy Slots
SocialApr 14, 2026

Netflix’s “Lord of the Flies” Lands 12 Emmy Slots

Netflix’s ‘Lord of the Flies’ Enters 12 Emmy Categories, Positioning Young Cast for Potential Nominations (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/VRgohMt9zw via @variety

By Clayton Davis
The Audacity Drives Emmy Push with Star Campaigns
SocialApr 14, 2026

The Audacity Drives Emmy Push with Star Campaigns

‘The Audacity’ Sets Emmy Strategy With Drama Series Push and Lead Campaigns for Billy Magnussen and Sarah Goldberg (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/qfWghf5bwy via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Lin-Manuel Miranda Announces Star-Studded Octet Cast
SocialApr 14, 2026

Lin-Manuel Miranda Announces Star-Studded Octet Cast

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘Octet’ Movie Musical Sets Cast: Amanda Seyfried, Rachel Zegler, Tramell Tillman and More https://t.co/5hbSiDAuZs via @variety

By Clayton Davis
TCM Picks Up Latino Representation Documentary
SocialApr 14, 2026

TCM Picks Up Latino Representation Documentary

Turner Classic Movies Acquires Documentary Feature ‘Beyond The Border: Latino Representation in Hollywood’ – Film News in Brief https://t.co/tKIP420nUc via @variety

By Clayton Davis
David Harbour Breaks Genre Typecast, Emmy Contender
SocialApr 13, 2026

David Harbour Breaks Genre Typecast, Emmy Contender

‘DTF St. Louis’ Proves David Harbour Is More Than a Genre Star — And It Could Make Him an Emmy Contender https://t.co/9ia6jVQUWb via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Zendaya, Jean Smart Poised for Historic Emmy Sweep
SocialApr 12, 2026

Zendaya, Jean Smart Poised for Historic Emmy Sweep

Zendaya and Jean Smart Eye First-Ever Emmy Sweep by Women for a Single Series. Will They Pull It Off? https://t.co/S0o1vQhMb1 via @variety #Euphoria #Hacks

By Clayton Davis
New Hunger Games Poster Revealed, Trailer Arrives Tomorrow
SocialApr 12, 2026

New Hunger Games Poster Revealed, Trailer Arrives Tomorrow

New poster for THE HUNGER GAMES: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING. Trailer drops tomorrow. Stars Joseph Zada, Jesse Plemons, Ralph Fiennes, Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin, Elle Fanning, Mckenna Grace, Maya Hawke, Whitney Peak, Kelvin Harrison Jr. #TheHungerGames @Lionsgate https://t.co/cJJf9JmSOi

By Clayton Davis
Labrinth Rejects Euphoria Season 3 Over Respect Issues
SocialApr 11, 2026

Labrinth Rejects Euphoria Season 3 Over Respect Issues

Labrinth Explains Why His Music Isn’t Part of ‘Euphoria’ Season 3: ‘I Don’t Let People Treat Me Like S—’ https://t.co/e6NJC8mIbK via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Top Drama Guest Actor Emmy Contenders Revealed
SocialApr 11, 2026

Top Drama Guest Actor Emmy Contenders Revealed

#Emmys Predictions: Guest Actor (Drama) Shawn Hatosy, “The Pitt” Jeff Hiller, “Pluribus” Jonathan Pryce, “Slow Horses” Bill Pullman, “The Boroughs” Jeremy Irons, “The Morning Show” Samba Schutte, “Pluribus” https://t.co/IBYIERvfVt via @variety https://t.co/yaOQjO4ACC

By Clayton Davis
Box Office Success Shows Audiences Shape Hollywood Production
SocialApr 11, 2026

Box Office Success Shows Audiences Shape Hollywood Production

Why the Box Office for ‘You, Me & Tuscany’ Matters: ‘Audiences Have the Power to Dictate What Gets Made in Hollywood,’ Says Producer Will Packer https://t.co/sopQKivUzh via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Shawn Hatosy Poised to Break Guest Drama Emmy Streak
SocialApr 10, 2026

Shawn Hatosy Poised to Break Guest Drama Emmy Streak

Emmys…paging Dr. Abbot. In the 50-year history of guest acting races, repeat winners are rare, and repeat winners for the same show are even rarer. Notably, no performer has ever won back-to-back guest drama actor for the same role. Shawn Hatosy could...

By Clayton Davis
Shawn Hatosy Poised to Shatter 50‑year Emmy Record
SocialApr 10, 2026

Shawn Hatosy Poised to Shatter 50‑year Emmy Record

How Shawn Hatosy Could Break a 50-Year Emmy Record With ‘The Pitt’ https://t.co/LEIyNMpqgx via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Paramount Acquires Elegance Bratton’s Crime Thriller ‘By Any Means’
SocialApr 10, 2026

Paramount Acquires Elegance Bratton’s Crime Thriller ‘By Any Means’

Paramount Lands Elegance Bratton’s Crime Thriller ‘By Any Means,’ Starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Mark Wahlberg https://t.co/UeaLQ4rAXV via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Neon Acquires Korean Thriller ‘Hope’ Starring Fassbender, Vikander Pre‑Cannes
SocialApr 10, 2026

Neon Acquires Korean Thriller ‘Hope’ Starring Fassbender, Vikander Pre‑Cannes

Neon Buys Korean Thriller ‘Hope,’ Starring Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander, Ahead of Cannes Premiere (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/Iah7jrQhe2 via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Theater Execs Praise Zendaya, Holland as Next‑Gen Bankables
SocialApr 10, 2026

Theater Execs Praise Zendaya, Holland as Next‑Gen Bankables

Movie Theater Operators Weigh In on Fewer Trailers, Too Much Texting and Today’s Bankable Stars: ‘Zendaya and Tom Holland Are the Next Gen’ https://t.co/MgAgJzLmIM via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Erika Alexander Targets Emmy for New Comedy Series
SocialApr 9, 2026

Erika Alexander Targets Emmy for New Comedy Series

Erika Alexander Eyes Supporting Comedy Emmy for ‘The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins’ (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/dhZelhUnOv via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Jason Bateman's Emmy Category Strategy Sparks Debate
SocialApr 9, 2026

Jason Bateman's Emmy Category Strategy Sparks Debate

Emmy Predictions: Lead Actor (Limited/Movie) — Jason Bateman vs. Himself? Waiting on How He Will Navigate Category Strategy https://t.co/zG6I6T2gLo via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Martin Short Poised for Historic Emmy Lead Actor Win
SocialApr 9, 2026

Martin Short Poised for Historic Emmy Lead Actor Win

Emmy Predictions: Lead Actor (Comedy) — Martin Short Eyes Historic Win at 76 for ‘Only Murders in the Building’ https://t.co/xGMsePFTiv via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Gary Oldman Poised for Oscar‑Emmy Lead Actor Double
SocialApr 9, 2026

Gary Oldman Poised for Oscar‑Emmy Lead Actor Double

Emmy Predictions: Lead Actor (Drama) — Gary Oldman Eyes Historic Oscar-Emmy Double With ‘Slow Horses’ https://t.co/oM0fVJWrQa via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Cannes 2026 Showcases Auteur Titans Farhadi, Almodóvar, Sachs
SocialApr 9, 2026

Cannes 2026 Showcases Auteur Titans Farhadi, Almodóvar, Sachs

Cannes Film Festival 2026 Lineup: Asghar Farhadi, Pedro Almodóvar, Ira Sachs, Hirokazu Kore-eda Set for Auteur-Driven Competition https://t.co/97ILZIHf3u via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Vince Gilligan Targets First Emmy Win with Pluribus Pilot
SocialApr 9, 2026

Vince Gilligan Targets First Emmy Win with Pluribus Pilot

Vince Gilligan Submits #Pluribus Pilot for Emmys. Will He Finally Win for Writing or Directing? https://t.co/PFynRwuKpw via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Only Four Actors Won Emmys for First Two Seasons
SocialApr 8, 2026

Only Four Actors Won Emmys for First Two Seasons

#Emmys: Could Noah Wyle win again for #ThePitt? Four actors have won for the first two seasons of a drama series: Bryan Cranston (#BreakingBad), Daniel J. Travanti (#HillStreetBlues), Bill Cosby (#ISpy) and E.G. Marshall (#TheDefenders). https://t.co/FoExVw4ORY @variety https://t.co/RkB9XHhjGc

By Clayton Davis
Hacks Concludes, Solidifying Its Status as TV Comedy Masterpiece
SocialApr 8, 2026

Hacks Concludes, Solidifying Its Status as TV Comedy Masterpiece

From Jean Smart’s Heart Surgery to a Shocking Lesbian Episode, ‘Hacks’ Ends — and Cements Its Legacy as One of TV’s Best Comedies https://t.co/oiArqsVFNs via @variety https://t.co/szx1imhuLe

By Clayton Davis
Harrison Ford Returns for Season 4 After Optimistic Finale
SocialApr 8, 2026

Harrison Ford Returns for Season 4 After Optimistic Finale

‘Shrinking’ Creator Confirms Harrison Ford Will Return for Season 4 as Show’s Grief Storyline Ends With ‘An Incredibly Optimistic and Happy’ Finale https://t.co/gAv85VpIRR via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Netflix Announces 2027, 2028 Actor Awards Dates
SocialApr 7, 2026

Netflix Announces 2027, 2028 Actor Awards Dates

The Actor Awards Set Dates for 2027 and 2028 Ceremonies on Netflix https://t.co/2tFaaF1avh via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Oscars Delayed Due to ABC’s Packed Feb Lineup
SocialApr 7, 2026

Oscars Delayed Due to ABC’s Packed Feb Lineup

Likely reason why the #Oscars are so late: ABC’s first-quarter 2027 slate includes its first as the distributor for the #Grammys on Feb. 7, under a new 10-year deal running through 2036. ABC is also set to televise #SuperBowlLXI on Feb....

By Clayton Davis
The Testaments Shines as a Stunning Handmaid Sequel
SocialApr 7, 2026

The Testaments Shines as a Stunning Handmaid Sequel

‘The Testaments’ Is a Stunning Follow-Up to Hulu’s Dystopian ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’: TV Review https://t.co/0tSuPorlgJ via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Katherine LaNasa Poised to Become Second Back‑to‑back Emmy Winner
SocialApr 7, 2026

Katherine LaNasa Poised to Become Second Back‑to‑back Emmy Winner

If Katherine LaNasa wins the Emmy for #ThePitt, she would be only the second woman to win consecutively for the first and second seasons in the supporting drama actress category, after Allison Janney for “The West Wing” https://t.co/FoExVw4ORY via @variety...

By Clayton Davis