Cannes Film Festival Day 2: Where Are the US Studios? - The Screen Podcast
The Screen Podcast’s Day 2 Cannes briefing focused on the surprising scarcity of major U.S. studios at this year’s market, noting that only peripheral events like “Top Gun on the Beach” represented American presence. Panelists highlighted that French sales agents now handle 71 % of the festival’s selections, a record level, while Hollywood’s footprint has shifted toward international stars and co‑productions rather than traditional studio banners. Rebecca cited 105 French projects and 69 CNC‑backed films, and Jeremy warned that Hollywood’s timidity drives studios to avoid competition slots. Meanwhile, U.S. packages such as Lionsgate’s “Blair Witch” reboot, a Western starring Matthew McConaughey, and an AI‑generated family film “Critters” illustrate the diversity of American offerings. The trend suggests U.S. studios may need to rethink Cannes participation, French agents gain bargaining power, and emerging AI content will spark authorship debates, while niche distributors scramble to fill the void left by retreating majors.
'Fourth Wing' TV Series a Go at Prime Video | THR News
Prime Video has officially ordered a television adaptation of Rebecca Yarros's "Fourth Wing," the opening novel of a five‑book fantasy series that exploded in popularity after its 2023 release. The project, in development for roughly two and a half years, pairs...
Cannes Film Festival Day 1: Thierry Fremaux Tackles Politics - The Screen Podcast
The Screen Podcast opened day one of Cannes by highlighting how the market is already humming before the official start. Buyers’ presentations, such as the Bitcoin‑themed film starring Pete Davidson, and early UK sales screenings show that deals are being...
Cordiant Digital Infrastructure: Unlocking 5G Broadcast Value
Cordiant Digital Infrastructure Management is positioning its tower assets to launch 5G broadcast, a technology that can deliver TV and data to any device equipped with a 5G chip. The company argues that 5G broadcast offers a seamless consumer experience—TV without...
How Outcomes Measurement Has Changed the CMO-CFO Relationship - with Nimmi Shah and Sameer Modha
The Media Leader podcast episode explores how outcomes‑driven measurement is reshaping the CMO‑CFO dynamic amid a turbulent macro environment. Host Jack Benjamin and guests Nimisha Shah, a finance consultant for media, and Samir Modha, ITV’s outcome‑measurement lead, discuss why senior...
Mark Ruffalo Says Major Stars Afraid To Sign Open Letter In Fear Of Paramount Retribution
The video discusses growing controversy over Paramount Global’s planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, highlighting an open letter signed by more than 4,000 industry figures that opposes the deal. Mark Ruffalo argues that the most telling aspect is who remains silent—artists...
Angel Studios Is Crowdsourcing A “Values-Based” Alternative To Hollywood
The Mixed Signals podcast spotlights Angel Studios, a values‑based, crowdsourced film studio built as an alternative to mainstream Hollywood. Founders Neil and Jeff Harmon explain that a two‑million‑strong Angel Guild votes on every project, and only films scoring at least...
Inside the TV Upfronts—Winners and Losers, Measurement and AI, with Brandon Doerrer
The Ad Age Insider episode breaks down this year’s TV upfront week, highlighting how advertisers and media sellers are navigating a marketplace where traditional TV meets rapidly evolving digital tactics. With Disney, Amazon, NBCU and others on stage, the focus...
CTV Democratizes Big-Screen Moments for Niche Healthcare Brands, DeepIntent CEO Says
DeepIntent CEO Chris explains how connected‑TV (CTV) is reshaping advertising for healthcare brands, allowing niche pharmaceutical products to secure premium big‑screen placements previously reserved for mass‑market giants. He notes that traditional programmatic DSPs target a single consumer, whereas healthcare campaigns must...
Does The Odyssey Or Dune 3 Have The Biggest Chance To Underperform
The video debates which upcoming sci‑fi sequel—“The Odyssey” or “Dune: Part 3”—is more likely to underperform at the box office. Participants note Dune’s built‑in audience from two well‑received films and its Oscar‑winning reputation, projecting a global gross above $700 million. By contrast, “The...
FCC Reviews Disney's ABC Licenses After Jimmy Kimmel's Melania Trump Joke & DEI Practices
The Federal Communications Commission has opened a formal review of Disney’s ABC broadcast licenses after comedian Jimmy Kimmel made a controversial joke about First Lady Melania Trump. The move coincides with an ongoing probe into Disney’s diversity, equity and inclusion...
King Says UK and US Must 'Re-Dedicate Ourselves to Each Other' | The Wrap with Anna Botting
The video centers on King Charles III’s address to a joint session of the U.S. Congress during his state visit, where he called on Britain and America to “re‑dedicate” themselves to one another and reaffirm the historic transatlantic partnership. The monarch’s speech...
Maverick Carter on LeBron's Future, The NBA's Attention Economy, & Reinventing Sports Media
The Mixed Signals podcast featured Maverick Carter, co‑founder of SpringHill and co‑CEO of Full Well Entertainment, discussing LeBron James’ post‑playing future, the NBA’s attention economy, and the next wave of sports media. Carter explained that LeBron’s next phase will be built...
'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' Season 3 to Premiere Later This Year | THR News
The Hollywood Reporter confirms that Amazon’s high‑budget series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power will return with Season 3 later this year, moving the launch up from the previously rumored 2027 window. The announcement comes after Season 2’s October 2024...
IAB’s Jamie Finstein On CTV And Commerce: Don’t Talk About One Without The Other
At the 2026 IEB, IAB’s Jamie Finstein highlighted that CTV can no longer be discussed without commerce, live, and creators—all converging into a single marketing ecosystem. He noted a surge in partnerships between streaming platforms and retailers, enabling closed‑loop attribution that...
Netflix CEO to Step Down
The video focuses on Netflix’s recent market turbulence, highlighted by a sharp drop in its share price after the streaming giant posted a quarterly outlook that fell short of analysts’ expectations and announced co‑founder Reed Hastings will step down as...
HappyKids Operator Future Today Brings New Ad Platform For Audience Targeting
The video announces Future Today’s launch of the Audience Advantage platform for its HappyKids streaming service, positioning it as a premium, data‑driven solution for advertisers seeking deeper audience engagement in the free, ad‑supported TV market. As subscription fatigue and rising prices...
Netflix Refocuses on Ads and Content After Warner Bid!?
Netflix announced a strategic refocus on content investment and its ad‑supported tier after walking away from a proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. At the same time, the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) unveiled new AI‑centric guidelines for commerce‑media networks, and...
Triple H & Shawn Michaels | The Wrestlers
Triple H and Shawn Michaels sit down for a candid interview that traces the evolution of professional wrestling from the era of Hulk Hogan and “Macho Man” Savage to today’s high‑flying generation. The conversation, recorded at WWE’s headquarters, doubles as...
Zhu Zeliang and Ivory Chia on Their Star Awards Nominations
The Star Awards 2026 ceremony, hosted by Media Corp, introduces a new Best Micro‑Drama category, reflecting the broadcaster’s push into short‑form, mobile‑first storytelling. Nominees include Talyang from “Yesansan” and ten‑year‑old actress Ivory Chia, who appears in the heavily‑nominated series “Emerald...
TV Home Screens Are Premium Real Estate for Brands: TiVo's Matt Milne
TiVo is positioning its smart‑TV home screen as a premium ad slot, highlighting that its platform powers 5.3 million monthly active households that are largely invisible to other connected‑TV buying solutions. The company says the home‑screen unit captures viewers the moment they...
Comcast’s James Rooke: Premium Video’s Top Priority Is Proving Outcomes
Comcast Advertising used the NewFronts stage to unveil Outcomes Plus, a new solution aimed at turning premium video into a performance‑driven channel by proving measurable outcomes for marketers. The offering bundles three pillars: access to premium inventory—including a fresh feed of...
David Letterman Speaks Out on CBS Replacing 'Late Show' With 'Comics Unleashed' | THR News
CBS announced it will drop Stephen Colbert’s “Late Show” and replace it with Byron Allen’s comedy panel series “Comics Unleashed” starting May 22, after the final episode of The Late Show airs on May 21. The move was highlighted by...
UAAP Extends Media Partnership with Cignal
The University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) announced a five‑year extension of its media partnership with Cignal, securing broadcast rights through Season 93, slated for 2031. The renewal was formalized on Friday, with UAAP Chairman Richard Ang representing the...
The Blade Disaster: Why Marvel Can't Get the Daywalker to the Screen
The video examines why Marvel's Blade, announced in 2019 with Mahershala Ali, has not materialized while every other film from that slate has been released. It outlines the revolving door of talent—writers like Stacy Osei‑Kuffour, Nic Pizzolatto, Michael Green, Eric Pearson,...
Just How Wasteful Is SNL as a Production? And Why That’s the Way Lorne Likes It!
The video centers on Lorne Michaels’ candid discussion about Saturday Night Live’s notoriously wasteful production model, highlighting how the show’s excesses are a deliberate choice rather than an oversight. Michaels explains that the extravagance serves a strategic purpose, shielding the...
Masters Of The Universe Or Street Fighter: Who Makes More At The Box Office
The video pits two upcoming adaptations—Mattel’s “Masters of the Universe” and Capcom‑based “Street Fighter”—against each other, asking which will generate higher box‑office receipts. The host argues that “Masters of the Universe” is a four‑quadrant, family‑friendly property that could pull $300‑$400 million worldwide,...
Milano Cortina 2026: XR and AR Studio Experiments at NRK #sportsbroadcasting #WinterSports
The video showcases NRK’s experimental use of extended reality (XR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies in preparation for the Milano‑Cortina 2026 Winter Games. Partnering with the tech firm Pixeltope, the broadcaster installed a hybrid studio that blends conventional sets with...
How to Overcome Stress & Overwhelm (+ Big Announcement!)
Brendon Burchard announced that the Growth Day Network has launched on Pluto TV, offering a 24/7 free streaming channel featuring top life‑coaches, wellness experts, and entrepreneurs. The debut lineup centers on practical strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, positioning the...
Why Cut-Through, Not Scale, Will Be the Real Trick to This Year's World Cup - with The Guardian's...
The Media Leader podcast episode explores how The Guardian is positioning the 2026 World Cup as both a commercial engine and an editorial showcase, especially as it eyes expansion in the United States. Hosts Jack Benjamin, James Fleetum and...
Why Movie Tickets Cost So Much And Where The Money Goes
The video examines why movie‑ticket prices have surged and tracks where each dollar ends up, debunking myths that theaters alone hoard the cash or that popcorn is simply a greedy add‑on. Ticket prices have climbed from $4.42 in 1996 to $21.50...
Louis C.K. Headlining Comedy Fest And New Netflix Special - Should He Return?
Netflix announced that Louis C.K. will headline its "Netflix is a Joke" festival at the Hollywood Bowl on May 5 and will release a new stand‑up special, Ridiculous, this summer – his first collaboration with the streamer since the 2017 scandal....
Xumo’s Marcien Jenckes: CTV Home Screen Is The Place Where ‘Engagement Moments’ Happen
Marcien Jenckes, senior executive at Xumo, explained that the company’s CTV home screen is the primary venue for “engagement moments,” where advertisers can connect with viewers in real time. Xumo operates more than 2,000 channels across 30 platforms worldwide...
Can Supergirl Beat Spider-Man At The Box Office
The video debates whether the upcoming Supergirl film can out‑gross Spider‑Man, a question sparked by a viral claim that the DC heroine will eclipse the Marvel franchise’s summer earnings. Panelists quickly refute the notion, noting that Spider‑Man Homecoming already pulled...
Will Masters Of The Universe Flop At The Box Office
The video centers on a debate among the hosts about whether the upcoming Masters of the Universe film will flop at the box office, specifically questioning if an opening weekend under $40 million constitutes an overreaction. Initially, the participants argued the...
The Pitt Season Finale To Play Early In Theaters
HBO Max and Warner Bros. Television have teamed with Alamo Draft House to stage advanced screenings of the season‑two finale of the hit medical drama The Pit. The event will roll out on April 13 at ten Alamo Draft House venues...
Netflix’s Price Hike and Opening Day Debut. HBO's ‘Harry Potter’ and the Millennial Nostalgia Era.
The episode of The Town focuses on Netflix’s latest price increase and its foray into live sports, notably the MLB opening‑day broadcast, while also touching on broader streaming‑industry pricing trends. Netflix lifted its ad‑free standard plan from $18 to $20...
Project Hail Mary Passes Creed 3 Becoming Biggest Hit In Amazon/MGM History
The video examines the surprising box‑office performance of the sci‑fi adaptation Project Hail Mary, which has become Amazon‑MGM’s biggest hit ever. After a $80 million opening that far exceeded its forecast, the film posted a remarkably low 32 percent second‑weekend decline, pulling...
BTS Leads Netflix’s Push for Growth in Asia
Netflix's recent live‑streamed BTS concert marks its first major music event, signaling a push to grow subscriber base in Asia. The company positions the concert as a subscriber acquisition tool, not a pay‑per‑view add‑on, aiming to convert BTS's massive fanbase into...
Brendan Carr Tells CPAC the FCC Is Investigating 'The View,' Addresses Trump Vs. 'Fake News Media'
At a CPAC appearance, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced that the agency has opened an enforcement investigation into the daytime talk program “The View,” alleging it violates the FCC’s equal‑time rule by presenting partisan commentary as news. Carr used the platform...
Why Adaptations Fail — A SanderFAQ
The video explores why many literary adaptations stumble, arguing that fidelity to a story’s core essence must be balanced with the distinct demands of cinema. The speaker, a seasoned rights‑seller and aspiring filmmaker, reflects on his own experiences and cites...
How This MLB Opening Day Marks A Closing Chapter For Baseball As Fans Know It
Opening Day 2024 arrives under a cloud of transformation, as Major League Baseball faces its first collective bargaining agreement expiration in decades and a suite of structural changes that could reshape the sport forever. The expiring CBA gives owners leverage to...
Why European TV Dramas Are Getting Harder to Make - The Screen Podcast
The Screen Podcast episode focuses on Series Mania in Lille, France, examining why European TV dramas are becoming harder to produce. The festival, now drawing roughly 5,000 participants—a 20% increase year‑over‑year—has evolved from a modest showcase into a hybrid market...
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PROJECT HAIL MARY Delivers $80.5M Opening | AgileTix’s Shane Burkett [Presented by AgileTix]
Project Hail Mary’s $80.5 million opening weekend has become the strongest domestic debut of 2026, eclipsing the $71 million launch of Super Mario Brothers Galaxy and narrowly trailing the $82 million Oenheimer record. The sci‑fi adaptation of Andy Weir’s novel delivered a 70 % higher...
Can ‘The Bachelor’ Franchise Come Back After the Taylor Frankie Paul Scandal?
The video examines the fallout from the Taylor‑Frankie Paul scandal that forced Disney to cancel the current season of The Bachelorette and sparked a broader debate about casting standards in reality dating shows. Industry insiders reveal that producers knowingly selected a...
'Grey’s Anatomy' Will Say Goodbye to Two Core Cast Members in Season Finale | THR News
The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver will depart Grey’s Anatomy in the season‑22 finale airing May 7 on ABC, with the episode streaming on Hulu the following day. McKidd, who joined in 2008 and has directed 48...
How Soap Opera-TikTok Hybrids Became a Billion-Dollar Market | Equity Podcast
The Equity Tech Crunch podcast spotlights the explosive rise of micro‑drama apps—short, vertical, scripted videos that blend soap‑opera storytelling with TikTok’s format. Leading platforms such as Real Short and Drama Box have already pulled in over $1.2 billion in consumer...
Hispanic Audiences Are Mainstream, Not Optional: TelevisaUnivision's Richard Bertodatti
In a recent interview, TelevisaUnivision’s Richard Bertodatti underscored that Hispanic audiences are no longer a niche segment but a mainstream force demanding robust, measurable media solutions. He highlighted the company’s expansive content portfolio—ranging from music and sports to micro‑dramas, news,...
Can GB News Scale Its Advertising Business? With Chief Revenue Officer Ross Sergeant
The Media Leader podcast introduced Ross Sergeant’s move from global media agency Allwin to GB News as chief revenue officer, a shift framed as a pivotal moment for the fledgling broadcaster. GB News, launched in 2021, has so far burned...
Wunderkind’s Adam Gendelman: Pause Ads Drive 79% Lower Cost Per Action Than Other CTV Formats
Wunderkind’s Adam Gendelman highlighted the growing relevance of pause‑ads on connected‑TV (CTV) as a non‑intrusive, performance‑driven format. By programmatically serving a single creative across multiple apps and OEMs, the company aims to replace traditional in‑stream spots with a viewer‑respectful experience...