Category Archives: Variety

Chinese Producers Push Microdramas and U.K. Partnerships at Mip London
Chinese producers are positioning microdramas as a key export vehicle while accelerating U.K. co-production partnerships, speakers said at the "Chinese Drama Trends" forum at Mip London, underscoring ...
Naman Ramachandran Feb 26, 2026

Megan Thee Stallion to Make Broadway Debut in ‘Moulin Rouge!’ as Gender-Flipped Harold Zidler
Megan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut in “Moulin Rouge! The Musical.” She’s stepping into the role of nightclub impresario Harold Zidler, a part originated by Tony winner ...
Rebecca Rubin Feb 26, 2026

Sky Teaming With Starz on 50 Cent-Produced British Boxing Drama ‘Fightland’
Brit broadcaster Sky has got in the ring once more with Starz, this time for the boxing drama “Fightland,” executive produced by Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson. Sky has joined Starz ...
Alex Ritman Feb 26, 2026

Media Capital Technologies Launches MCT Credit Solutions (EXCLUSIVE)
Media Capital Technologies is launching MCT Credit Solutions, a private credit investment platform focused on asset-backed and cash flow-based financing opportunities across the lifecycle of premium c...
varietybrentlang Feb 26, 2026

‘For All Mankind’ Spinoff ‘Star City’ Unveils First-Look Photos
Apple TV has unveiled first-look photos for "Star City," the new series expanding the world of "For All Mankind." From creators Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert and Ronald D. Moore, the series will debut with...
Payton Turkeltaub Feb 26, 2026

‘The Testament of Ann Lee’ Sets Digital Release, Including Behind-the-Scenes Bonus Feature
Ann Lee is officially getting resurrected for streaming. Searchlight Pictures’ music-infused historical drama from Mona Fastvold is set to debut on digital platforms March 10. The film will be a...
atingley4 Feb 26, 2026

‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 2 Eyes April 2027 Release Date and Films This Summer, Says Creator
Season 2 of “Heated Rivalry” is coming “as soon as humanly possible,” according to series creator Jacob Tierney. Tierney appeared alongside executive producer Brendan Brady on ...
Selome Hailu Feb 26, 2026

NBC Expects Savannah Guthrie’s ‘Today’ Return, But Timeline Remains Uncertain
The new normal at NBC's "Today" is anything but. Anchors at the long-running A.M. franchise have grappled with many challenges over the years, ranging from personal health issues to talent transitions...
Brian Steinberg Feb 26, 2026

Scripps CEO Adam Symson Renews Contract Through 2029 Amid Company’s Major Cost-Cutting Plan, Reacquisition of 23 ION Affiliate TV Stations
E.W. Scripps Co. has renewed its contract with CEO Adam Symson through 2029. Symon’s new contract includes a large one-time $10 million performance-based cash award tied to Scripps’ target...
Jennifer Maas Feb 26, 2026

Warner Bros. Discovery Leaders Talk ‘Stunning’ Film Studio Revival, a ‘Reset Year’ for Gaming and Discovery Global Cable Spinoff Plans
Warner Bros. Discovery leaders David Zaslav and JB Perrette talked up the potential of upcoming slates for Warner Bros. and HBO Max and the future of Discovery Global linear channels Thursday morning ...
Cynthia Littleton Feb 26, 2026