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Veteran actor Peter Van Norden dies at 75
Peter Van Norden, the actor who brought memorable characters to life in 'Police Academy 2' and 'The Naked Gun 2½', died peacefully on Thursday morning in a Southern California hospice facility at 75,
Films and TV Shows Coming to Streaming in July 2026
On July 1 alone, Netflix is unleashing a staggering array of over 40 films and television shows being added, a content deluge that could take a single viewer months to navigate, according to TheWrap.
New York City Film and TV Productions Seek Talent Amid Surge
Currently, 2,652 active roles are listed for film and TV productions in New York City, from stand-ins for a new Netflix series starring Oscar Isaac to promo shoots for NCIS.
How Foley Artists Create Realistic Sounds for Film and TV
Foley artists can make the sound of breaking bones by crushing celery stalks and simulate body punches with phone books, crafting an invisible sonic world for film and television.
Reese Witherspoon's Influence Shapes 'Elle' Legally Blonde Prequel
Before the first episode of 'Elle' has even aired, its star Lexi Minetree is already filming season 2.
Veteran actor Joby Baker dies at 92 from natural causes
Veteran actor Joby Baker, a familiar face from 'Good Morning World' and 'Gidget,' passed away at 92, with initial reports noting his death occurred on June 22 of natural causes, according to Entertain
Major Literary Adaptations on TV and Film Through 2026
In 2026 alone, audiences can expect to see Emily Brontë's 'Wuthering Heights' alongside Suzanne Collins' 'Hunger Games' prequel and Colleen Hoover's 'Verity' on screen, signaling an unprecedented conv
How to Adapt Novels Into TV Series
Showrunner Soo Hugh, known for successfully adapting 'The Terror,' 'The Whispers,' and 'Pachinko,' exemplifies how a novel's essence must be reimagined, not just replicated, for television.
Larry David's new sketch show premieres, addresses retirement rumors
Series director Jeff Schaffer recalled the awkward uncertainty surrounding how to address executive producer Barack Obama when giving him notes for the new HBO series.
8 Ways Authors Adapt Books Into Film or TV
Charles Webb sold the movie rights to his novel 'The Graduate' for a mere $20,000, while the film went on to gross over $100 million.
Aidan Gillen critiques British drama's changing landscape
The actor Aidan Gillen, whose first major role in 1993 won a BAFTA for best single drama, now contends that even high-end television is being 'dumbed down' by sheer volume.
The Strategic Power of Book to Screen Adaptations
The Queen's Gambit, a limited series based on a 1983 novel, swept 11 Emmys, including outstanding limited or anthology series.
AGBO promotes film and TV execs amid leadership changes
AGBO is preparing to release "Avengers: Doomsday" on December 18, with "Avengers: Secret Wars" following in 2027, according to Variety .
Tunde Adebimpe Expands UTA Representation for Film & TV
After releasing his first formal solo album last year, Tunde Adebimpe has expanded his representation with United Talent Agency (UTA) to specifically include film and television, according to Deadline
Top 6 Best Helen Hunt Film and TV Roles
At just nine years old, Helen Hunt debuted on The Mary Tyler Moore Show , a formative moment foreshadowing a decades-long career.
Australian screen producers demand new rules from streaming giants
New Australian children's programming on commercial free-to-air television has plummeted from 391 hours pre-deregulation to just 48 hours in 2024.
BBC Cancels Doctor Who Christmas Special Amid Strategic Shifts
On Wednesday, the BBC confirmed the 2026 Doctor Who Christmas special is cancelled.
Monte-Carlo TV Festival Previews New Documentaries and Series
Joshua Seftel, head of the Monte-Carlo TV Festival's Documentary and News jury, posits that AI's rise will paradoxically fuel a deeper global craving for reality and truth in filmmaking, according to
Best Steven Spielberg TV Series Ranked by Impact
At its peak, Steven Spielberg's executive-produced series ER commanded 30 million viewers, making it the highest-rated drama of the 1990s.
How Streaming Content Licensing Will Evolve by 2026
For streaming platforms, acquiring content often proves more challenging and critical than developing the underlying technology itself.
Film and TV Groups Offer Mentorship Programs for Women
Enora Hope, a participant in a targeted mentorship program, was recently chosen for Forbes' "40 Women" list in 2025, highlighting the tangible impact of structured support on emerging female talent, a
Only Murders in the Building wins top scripted series award
Hulu's 'Only Murders in the Building' secured the top scripted series award at the 2026 CrimeCon Clue Awards.
Most Anticipated Book-to-Screen Adaptations of 2026
Christopher Nolan is directing a star-studded adaptation of Homer's 'The Odyssey,' featuring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Tom Holland, slated for a July 17, 2026 release, according to Deadline .
Variety hires Corbin Bolies to cover Hollywood's AI adaptation
Variety, a century-old entertainment industry bible, appointed its first dedicated AI reporter, Corbin Bolies.
Grizz Chapman, '30 Rock' Actor, Dies at 52
Actor Grizz Chapman, a familiar face from the hit NBC sitcom '30 Rock', died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 52.
View TV Studios Acquires U.S. Rights to the Thriller 'Gray'
Patricia Clarkson, Rupert Everett, and Lydia West will star in 'Gray', an eight-part espionage thriller.
Puffball Novel Adapted for TV; Kelly Reilly Starred in Film
Yellowstone star Kelly Reilly once embodied a young architect entangled in witchcraft and fertility rituals in the 2007 cult film 'Puffball', a story now being redeveloped for television from its orig
Kelsey Jackson Leads Scripted Content at Wise Child Studios
Wise Child Studios, fresh off its feature film 'On the End' winning the Audience Award at Sarasota and Best Film at the Rome Film Festival, has just appointed Kelsey Jackson as its new Head of Scripte
'Adolescence' Wins Best Limited Drama at BAFTA TV Awards
At just 16 years old, Owen Cooper made BAFTA history by becoming its youngest ever Supporting Actor recipient for his role in the Netflix drama 'Adolescence'.
California Film Tax Credit Expansion Lures CBS's 'Tracker' Home
CBS's hit drama 'Tracker' is relocating its entire production from Vancouver to Los Angeles for its fourth season, driven by a record-breaking $48 million California tax credit.