Šimon Holý Turns Drag, Family and Small-Town Life Into a Tender Political Statement in ‘Chica Checa’
Director Šimon Holý discusses ‘Chica Checa,’ his Karlovy Vary competition film and why the story became unexpectedly political.
Dylan O’Brien to Play Disgraced Reality Star in Hulu Comedy Pilot ‘Lex’
Dylan O'Brien is set for the lead role in the Hulu comedy pilot "Lex," Variety has learned.
Academy Museum Adds Guillermo del Toro, John Gore and Gale Anne Hurd to Board of Trustees
The Academy Museum elected Guillermo del Toro, Gale Anne Hurd and John Gore to its Board of Trustees, effective July 1.
Chris Martin’s ‘Not Very Good’ Attempt to Write a James Bond Theme Song Goes on Auction
A cassette containing an unheard recording of 'The World is Not Enough,' which Chris Martin and Coldplay had intended for the 1999 film, is being sold
Spymob Returns: How the Pop-Rock Group Went From Backing Pharrell Williams’ N.E.R.D. to Reuniting 20 Years After Their Debut
The Minneapolis-based trio reunites for their first album nearly 20 years after they made their name performing with N.E.R.D.
Danish Esports Company Blast Opens NYC Headquarters, Plots Live Entertainment Biz Expansion Following Record $133 Million in Revenue (EXCLUSIVE)
On the heels of a record $133 million in revenue last year, global esports company Blast has opened a new headquarters in New York City.
Josh Peck Says He Only Took Home Around $500,000 for ‘Drake and Josh’ After Four Years and 60 Episodes
Josh Peck tells 'Financial Tea with Mrs. Dow Jones' he cleared about $125,000 a year on 'Drake and Josh' after fees, taxes and no residuals.
British Government Likely to Intervene in Paramount’s Proposed $110 Billion Takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery
The British government has signalled that it is likely to intervene in Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discover.
Television Academy Hall of Fame Class: Netflix’s Ted Sarandos, Jean Smart, Ted Danson and ‘South Park’ Co-Creators Among Honorees
The Television Academy named its 2026 Hall of Fame class, with Jean Smart, Ted Danson, Ted Sarandos and "South Park" creators among the honorees.
Kieu Chinh Returns to Vietnam for the First Time in Competition at Danang Film Fest With ‘Chrysalis,’ Daniel K. Winn’s Adaptation of His Memoir
Kieu Chinh stars in 'Chrysalis,' Daniel K. Winn's autobiographical drama and DANAFF IV competition entry shot on location in Vietnam.
Josh O’Connor-Led Revival of ‘Golden Boy’ at London’s Almeida Theatre Rounds Out Cast, Unveils Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
The production of Clifford Odets' classic American play at London's Almeida Theatre has added a number of names to its cast