Category Archives: News
Netflix, Amazon Set Alliance to Broaden Connected-TV Impressions for Ad Buyers
Amazon and Netflix are two of the major competitors in Hollywood’s streaming wars, but in at least one instance, they’re ready to team up. Amazon will give advertisers the chance to buy up...
Brian Steinberg Sep 10, 2025
Hollywood Execs Weigh Future of Global Production: ‘If You’re Reactive, You’re Three Steps Behind the Trend That’s Already Four Steps Ahead of You’
The race to attract productions has never been more competitive or complicated, according to top executives who gathered for a Variety Global Conversation exploring the evolving future of physical pro...
Tatiana Siegel Sep 10, 2025
Ethan Hawke to Receive Variety Virtuoso Award at Miami Film Festival GEMS
Variety will present Ethan Hawke with the Variety Virtuoso Award at Miami Dade College's (MDC) the Miami Film Festival GEMS on Sunday, Nov. 2. The event will take place at Miami Dade College Wolfson A...
Jordan Moreau Sep 10, 2025
Peter Brook Honored at IFFSA Toronto Alongside Guru Dutt Centenary – Global Bulletin
FESTIVAL FOCUS The International Film Festival of South Asia Toronto returns Oct. 9-19 for its 14th edition, spotlighting South Asian, Canadian and Afghan voices alongside tributes to cinema legends P...
Naman Ramachandran Sep 10, 2025
Wavelength Taps Producer Stacey Reiss as Head of Film (EXCLUSIVE)
Wavelength has hired producer Stacey Reiss as its new head of film, scripted and unscripted. The company’s credits include Daniel Minahan's narrative feature “On Swift Horses,...
Varietybrentlang Sep 10, 2025
Fans react to Mercury Prize 2025 shortlist: “The only music award I pay any attention to now”
The shortlist for the Mercury Prize 2025 was revealed earlier today (September 10) – and fans have been quick to share their thoughts on social media. READ MORE: English Teacher to &ld...
Poppy Burton Sep 10, 2025
Curtis Brown Signs ‘Lord of the Rings’ Creator J.R.R. Tolkien’s Literary Estate
Curtis Brown have signed the J.R.R. Tolkien literary estate under their Curtis Brown Heritage banner. Curtis Brown Heritage, which launched in 2016 with the objective of managing some of the most belo...
K.J. Yossman Sep 10, 2025
Charlie Sheen’s Biggest Revelations in His Netflix Documentary, Including the Time He Was So High He Stuck an Ice Cube Up His Butt for a Scene
As he reflects on his life and career, Charlie Sheen says nothing's off limits - and he proves it in his new Netflix documentary "aka Charlie Sheen." The two-part program, which premieres Sept. 10 on ...
Varietyschneider Sep 10, 2025
‘One Chicago Podcast’ Sets ‘P.D.’ Producer and Former Police Officer Brian Luce as Host: Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
The official “One Chicago Podcast” has found its host. Brian Luce, “Chicago P.D.” producer, techincal consultant and former Chicago police officer, will lead the weekly discuss...
Emily Longeretta Sep 10, 2025
Audible’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series Expands Cast With Keira Knightley, Kit Harington, James McAvoy, Simon Pegg and More
More big stars are lending their voices to Audible's seven-part audiobook adaptation of J.K. Rowling's “Harry Potter” books. Audible and Rowling’s Pottermore Publishing announced add...
Todd Spangler Sep 10, 2025