RisingJoy Launches RJOY Microdrama Streaming Service on TikTok Minis With 20 Originals
Singapore-based RisingJoy has launched RJOY, a direct-to-consumer microdrama streaming service on TikTok Minis, debuting in the U.S. and Japan.
‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ Game ‘The Last Ronin’ Unveiled as First Paramount Games Studio AAA Title
"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin" game and its first teaser have been revealed by Paramount Games Studio
Vince Vaughn Still Thinks He Could Build a Better Bears Team in “Madden NFL 27” Teaser
The actor reflects on being a Bears fan, competing with his son in gaming and starring in EA Sports' 'It's Your League' campaign for Madden NFL 27.
‘Beef’ Director Lee Sung Jin and ‘Black Rabbit’ Director/Star Jason Bateman Talk Craft, Creating an Aesthetic and Using a Real-Life ER Visit as Inspiration
"Beef" director Lee Sung Jin and Jason Bateman from “Black Rabbit,” sat down with Variety to discuss their directing techniques and stylistic choices.
Questlove on Earth, Wind & Fire Documentary, Why He’ll Probably Never Make a Prince Film, and What’s Coming Next
In a wide-ranging conversation, Ahmir 'Questlove' Thompson talked about his new Earth, Wind & Fire doc and why he may never make a Prince film.
‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Stars Emma Caulfield, David Boreanaz and More Pay Tribute to Anthony Head: ‘He Was the Best of Us’
Anthony Head, who died on June 5 at the age of 72, is being honored by his "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" co-stars including Emma Caulfield.
Netflix Film Boss Says Streamer ‘Won’t Work With’ Directors ‘Who Still Want Theatrical’ and ‘We’ve Accepted’ That
Netflix Film Chief Dan Lin tells the New York Times that the company has 'accepted' it won't work with 'filmmakers who still want theatrical.'
Madonna Performs in Times Square, Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor Promote ‘Disclosure Day’ in London and More Celeb Red Carpet Photos: June 2026
Variety curates the best celebrity red carpet and event photos of June 2026.
‘Love Island UK’ Contestant Drops Out of Show Days After Show Premieres
Just days after the show's premiere, 'Love Island UK' contestant George Knight dropped out of the show to be with his family.
How Universal’s Epic Universe Park Still Drives Innovation With Drone Dragons, Power Bands and Wizardly Wands as It Celebrates Its First Anniversary
How Universal Epic Universe still drives innovation with drone dragons, power bands and wands as it celebrates its first anniversary.
J. Smith-Cameron on How a Cheap Wig Helped Her Pull Off Her Anna Wintour-Inspired Look on ‘Elsbeth’
J. Smith-Cameron on how a cheap wig helped her Anna Wintour-inspired look on "Elsbeth," and returning to "Hacks."