A24 Releases $200 Million Movies Now
A24’s indie‑horror film *Backrooms* has crossed $213 million worldwide, becoming the studio’s first $200 million‑plus release. The $10 million budget movie topped box‑office charts in 42 territories and out‑earned previous A24 hits like *Marty Supreme* in just two weekends. The surprise blockbuster signals a strategic pivot for the boutique distributor toward higher‑budget, commercially viable projects while retaining its taste‑maker brand. Executives see the success as a blueprint for future big‑IP adaptations such as an *Elden Ring* film.
Netflix: Jennifer Lopez’ ‘Office Romance’ Topped Weekly Streaming Through June 7
Jennifer Lopez’s rom‑com Office Romance claimed the top spot on Netflix’s overall chart, logging 20.9 million views through June 7. The platform’s English‑language TV chart was led by the three‑part documentary Michael Jackson: The Verdict, which amassed 17.8 million views. Foreign‑language titles performed strongly, with The...
The Best Case for Competition in Streaming? Netflix’s ‘Michael Jackson: The Verdict’ — Opinion
Netflix launched the three‑part docuseries “Michael Jackson: The Verdict” on June 3, 2026, offering a detailed look at the pop star’s 2005 criminal trial and the allegations omitted from Lionsgate’s biopic “Michael.” The Lionsgate film, backed by the estate, has grossed...
Pixar Drops 3 ‘Toy Story 5’ Clips
Disney and Pixar unveiled three new clips from Toy Story 5, slated for June 19, 2026. The teasers introduce a tech‑savvy antagonist, Lilypad, a frog‑shaped smart tablet voiced by Greta Lee, challenging the classic toys. The film returns original leads Tom Hanks, Tim Allen,...
Jennifer Lopez’s ‘Office Romance’ Tops Netflix Movie Charts With Nearly 21 Million Views in Opening Weekend
Jennifer Lopez’s rom‑com "Office Romance" debuted atop Netflix’s movie chart, racking up 20.9 million views in its opening weekend and eclipsing the 7.9 million‑view debut of "Creed III." The film’s strong performance highlights the pull of A‑list talent on streaming platforms. In the...
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Is Finally Coming to Free Streaming This Summer
Paramount is making *Transformers: Rise of the Beasts* available on Pluto TV for free starting July 1, 2026. The 2023 film, directed by Steven Caple Jr., blends the 1990s *Beast Wars* lore with the modern Autobots storyline, offering the first cinematic showcase of Maximal characters....
Michael Mann’s ‘Manhunter’ Set to Return to Theaters on Its 40th Anniversary, Now with a New ‘Final Cut’
Michael Mann’s 1986 thriller *Manhunter* is returning to U.S. cinemas on July 24, 2026 as a newly restored "Final Cut" celebrating its 40th anniversary. The version was rebuilt from a 4K scan of the original 35 mm negative, with HDR/SDR color grading...
Eccho Rights Expands Into Animation with Two Hit Turkish Franchises From Grafi2000
Eccho Rights has acquired worldwide television and theatrical rights to two Turkish animated franchises, King Shakir and Super Team, produced by Grafi2000. The deal expands Eccho’s portfolio beyond drama into animation, giving it control over King Shakir’s 400‑episode library, four...
‘The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act’ Latest YouTube Streaming Sensation to Find Box Office Success
Fathom Entertainment’s theatrical debut of *The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act* earned an estimated $36.6 million worldwide, including a $20.2 million opening‑weekend haul in the United States across more than 2,200 screens. The film set company records for presales and weekend...
Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal's "Enthralling" British Drama Is a Must-See Movie Tonight
All of Us Strangers, a 2023 British drama directed by Andrew Haigh, is now streaming on Channel 4 in the UK. The film stars Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Claire Foy and Jamie Bell, and adapts Taichi Yamada's novel "Strangers" into a...
Luna Fujimoto, Show Kasamatsu & Takehiro Hira To Star In Japan-Set Thriller ‘The Degrees Of Pain’
U.S. production company Storiesbound is set to film the psychological thriller *The Degrees Of Pain* entirely in Japan starting in the fourth quarter of 2026. The film stars Luna Fujimoto, Show Kasamatsu and Takehiro Hira, and is directed by Donie...
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Topped Disc Sales in May; ‘Wicked: For Good’ Remains No. 1 for 2026
Disney’s 20th Century Studios saw its third "Avatar" installment, "Avatar: Fire and Ash," claim the No. 1 spot on the May 2026 physical‑media sales chart, topping weekly units for its first two weeks on shelves. The sci‑fi sequel posted a $404.3 million domestic box‑office...
Universal’s ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Again Tops Weekly Fandango at Home Chart Through June 7
Universal’s animated "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" topped Fandango at Home’s revenue chart for the third straight week, covering the period ending June 7. The sequel, available for premium digital purchase and rental since May 19, leveraged the massive success of the...
Paramount Looking to Assuage CA AG Bonta’s WBD Merger Concerns
Paramount Pictures is working to ease California Attorney General Rob Bonta's objections to its $110.9 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. Bonta worries the deal could depress wages, cut jobs, and reduce content production while raising antitrust flags. Paramount counters that the...
‘Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion’ Sequel in Production, Headed to Hulu
A sequel to the 1997 cult comedy "Romy and Michele's High School Reunion" is now in production under director Tim Federle and will debut exclusively on Hulu, part of Disney’s 20th Century Studios slate. Original writer Robin Schiff and several...