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Updated 1h agoWhat's happening: SAG-AFTRA to weigh in on Paramount‑Skydance’s Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition
Union executive director Duncan Crabtree‑Ireland said SAG‑AFTRA is still evaluating Paramount Skydance’s purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery and will issue a formal verdict when the timing is right. The union’s media and labor‑economics team is crunching data on each offer but has not taken a public stance yet.
News•Mar 2, 2026
Call for Entries: Partner with Australia (UK)
Ausfilm and Screen Australia have launched the Partner with Australia (UK) initiative, offering up to $10,000 travel grants to up to 20 Australian production companies and 10 writer‑creators. The three‑day program will take place in London from 16‑18 June 2026 and includes roundtables, panels and networking with the BFI, Film London and Pact. It is designed to create direct pathways for co‑development, co‑production and post‑production collaborations under the Australia‑UK treaty. Applications close 26 March 2026.
By TV Tonight (Australia)
Blog•Mar 2, 2026
Marshalls: Season One Ratings + Viewer Votes
CBS debuted *Marshals*, a neo‑Western spin‑off of *Yellowstone*, starring Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton. The show’s first‑season Nielsen ratings—live, same‑day and DVR—are being tracked to gauge its renewal prospects. Viewer‑generated votes currently average 9.30 from six participants, reflecting early fan...
By TV Series Finale
News•Mar 2, 2026
SAG-AFTRA Chief Says Union Will Render Verdict on Warner Bros. Sale to Paramount ‘When the Time Is Right’ | Video
SAG-AFTRA executive director Duncan Crabtree‑Ireland told TheWrap the union is still evaluating Paramount Skydance’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery and will issue a formal verdict when the timing is right. The union’s media and labor‑economics team has been crunching data on each offer...
By The Wrap
News•Mar 1, 2026
Ticker Launches Latest Show BROKER BUSINESS for Mortgage Professionals
Ticker News has launched Broker Business, a new finance‑focused series aimed at Australia’s more than 20,000 mortgage and finance brokers. Hosted by Rex Afrasiabi, founder of New Chapter Legal, the weekly program delivers practical, broker‑to‑broker conversations on client acquisition, scaling...
By TV Blackbox
News•Mar 1, 2026
From Tweens to Adults: How Disney Is Marketing Hannah Montana Back to Fans
Disney is commemorating the 20th anniversary of Hannah Montana with a special episode on Disney+ airing March 24, mirroring the series' original debut. The event features nostalgic set recreations, behind‑the‑scenes footage, and interviews, and is expected to spark a revival...
By afaqs! (India)
Blog•Mar 1, 2026
Watson: Season Two Ratings + Viewer Votes
CBS’s medical‑mystery drama *Watson* completed its second season after moving from a post‑AFC championship slot to Monday nights. Season 2 posted a 0.37 rating in the coveted 18‑49 demographic, matching its first‑season average of 5.16 million viewers. Fan‑submitted votes totalled 278, yielding...
By TV Series Finale
News•Mar 1, 2026
Roku Adds a New Feature to Roku TVs & Roku Players That Roku Owners Have Been Asking For
Roku has added a dedicated search section to its Live Guide, positioned on the left‑hand sidebar of Roku TVs and players. The feature lets users type or speak channel names, genres, or keywords to jump directly to content, cutting out...
By Cord Cutters News
News•Mar 1, 2026
CASTING | Think You Can Beat the Banker on DEAL OR NO DEAL?
Network 10 has officially renewed Deal or No Deal Australia for a third season, commissioning 195 additional episodes to air weeknights at 6:30 pm. Hosted by Grant Denyer, the revived format returned in early 2024 and has settled into a stable...
By TV Blackbox
Blog•Mar 1, 2026
How Will Paramount Buying Warner Bros Discovery Impact Disney+? | What’s On Disney Plus Q&A
The latest Disney+ Q&A tackled how Paramount’s purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery could shift the streaming hierarchy, examined new UK regulatory pressures, and addressed subscriber curiosity about adding live local channels. Host insights highlighted potential strategic pivots for Disney+, including...
By What’s On Disney Plus
News•Mar 1, 2026
Is DELTA GOODREM the Safe Choice for EUROVISION 2026?
SBS has announced that Delta Goodrem will represent Australia at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, marking a shift back to a familiar pop star after recent experimental entries. Goodrem will perform her new arena‑ready single “Eclipse,” co‑written with...
By TV Blackbox
Blog•Mar 1, 2026
MLS Team Execs Split on Whether Apple Deal Is Success or Failure
MLS entered its fourth year with Apple TV, now offering matches to all Apple TV subscribers after dropping the $99 Season Pass. Executives remain divided: some criticize the contract length, scheduling and content quality, while others praise the broader reach....
By Awful Announcing
Blog•Mar 1, 2026
The Trust Economy: Why Digital Platforms Now Compete on Credibility, Not Features
Digital platforms have moved from a feature‑first race to a competition centered on credibility as functionality becomes commoditized. The erosion of trust—driven by fake reviews, AI‑generated content, and opaque policies—has made reliability a decisive differentiator. Regulated sectors such as finance...
By Programming Insider
News•Mar 1, 2026
Will Prime Video Let AI Call a Live Sports Game?
Prime Video has rapidly integrated artificial intelligence into its platform, adding AI‑generated episode recaps, picture‑quality upgrades, and AI‑assisted features for live events like Thursday Night Football. The article speculates that by 2026 Amazon could push the envelope further by deploying...
By The Streamable
Blog•Feb 28, 2026
The Voice: Season 29 Ratings (Spring 2026)
Season 29 of NBC's *The Voice* returns with three veteran coaches—Adam Levine, John Legend and Kelly Clarkson—framed as a “Battle of Champions” featuring past winners. Nielsen data shows a 0.35 rating and 4.68 million viewers on Mondays, and a 0.25 rating...
By TV Series Finale
News•Feb 28, 2026
Why Did Netflix Back Down From Its Deal to Acquire Warner Bros.?
Netflix withdrew its bid to raise the offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing the path for Paramount Skydance to acquire the studio. The move followed a 30% drop in Netflix’s share price after the initial announcement and a 14% rally...
By TechCrunch Media & Entertainment
Video•Feb 26, 2026
Chances Spider-Man Brand New Day Will Be The Biggest Spider-Man Movie Ever
The video debates whether the upcoming Spider‑Man: Brand New Day can eclipse the record set by No Way Home. Host Rob and guest Ian Bars argue that claims of it becoming the highest‑grossing Spider‑Man film are overblown, noting the unique...
By John Campea
Video•Feb 26, 2026
Boxoffice Rewind: The SCREAM Franchise
The Box Office Podcast episode, hosted by Daniel Loria with guests Chad Kennark and Rebecca Polly, examines the Scream franchise ahead of the theatrical debut of Scream 7, the first film since 2023’s Scream 6 to be directed by original screenwriter Kevin...
By Boxoffice Pro
Video•Feb 25, 2026
Walmart Connect’s Khurrum Malik: CTV Plus Linear TV Delivers 55% Reach Increase
Walmart Connect senior executive Khurrum Malik used the forum to highlight the rapid evolution of retail media, from a lower‑funnel, on‑site placement to a multi‑surface storytelling engine that now includes CTV, linear TV and over‑the‑top platforms. He announced the company’s recent...
By Next TV
Video•Feb 25, 2026
IRIS.TV’s Field Garthwaite: Contextual Targeting Enables Privacy-First CTV Performance
IRIS.TV is turning Connected TV into a performance‑driven channel by using contextual signals and emotional data to serve ads at moments that resonate with viewers. The platform’s privacy‑first approach identifies what content is being watched without tracking personal identities, enabling...
By Next TV
Video•Feb 25, 2026
Beyond the Niche: Unity Exec Urges Marketers to Rethink Gaming
Unity senior vice president Chris Feo urges marketers to treat gaming like any other high‑engagement media channel, arguing that outdated stereotypes limit ad spend despite comparable scale. He highlights Unity’s expansive platform—used by automakers, slot‑machine makers and more—supporting 160 million U.S....
By Next TV
Video•Feb 24, 2026
Paramount Submits Bigger Final Bid – Warner Bros Says They're Reviewing The Offer
Paramount Skydance has submitted a revised, higher‑priced bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, explicitly offering to cover Netflix's $2.8 billion breakup fee and aiming to derail Netflix's $83 billion acquisition plan. The new proposal raises the per‑share price and positions David Ellison’s...
By John Campea
Video•Feb 24, 2026
James Gunn Debunks Wonder Woman Prequel Series Cancelation
James Gunn publicly refuted claims that the Wonder Woman prequel series "Paradise Lost" has been cancelled, confirming the project is still in active development at HBO Max (now Max). The series, described as a Game of Thrones‑style political drama set...
By John Campea
Video•Feb 24, 2026
Sony Rebooting Their Live Action Spider-Verse
Sony announced a comprehensive reboot of its live‑action Spider‑verse slate, a move confirmed by studio head Tom Rothman during a recent interview. After a string of missteps—including Morbius, Madame Web and Craven—Sony is acknowledging that its previous approach failed to resonate...
By John Campea
Video•Feb 24, 2026
Live Action Spider-Verse Being Rebooted At Sony - John Campea Show
Sony Pictures announced it is rebooting its live‑action Spider‑Verse, aiming to launch a new cinematic universe centered on multiple Spider‑Man incarnations. The move follows the critical and commercial success of the animated "Spider‑Man: Across the Spider‑Verse" and signals Sony’s intent...
By John Campea
Video•Feb 23, 2026
Will Avengers Doomsday Change Release Dates To Get IMAX Screens?
John Campea asks whether Disney will move the release date of the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday to secure IMAX screenings, or simply accept a limited IMAX presence. The question highlights Disney’s ongoing balancing act between optimal release windows and premium format...
By John Campea