Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has passed $1 billion at the international box office, with nearly four weeks remaining in its theatrical run.
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Franchises advance as originals chase theatrical momentum
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Maria Bartiromo has disputed reports that Fox News and Fox Business terminated her, leaving her status at the networks unclear.
4:17 PMCNBC
The first trailer for Silo's fourth season has arrived alongside a surprise announcement about when the science-fiction series will return.
1:50 PMPolygon
Star Wars projects centered on the New Jedi Order era and a separate film from Dave Filoni are showing signs of progress after an extended period without clear movement.
12:52 PMPolygon
Director Dave Green discusses the techniques he used to bring the animated world of “Coyote vs. Acme” into live-action filmmaking. The film centers on the collision between classic cartoon characters and a real-world setting.
12:36 PMNew York Times ArtsCoyote vs. Acme combines live action and animation in a courtroom comedy modeled on legal thrillers such as The Verdict and Erin Brockovich. Its Looney Tunes premise turns a lawsuit against the Acme Corporation into a satire of corporate power.
8:04 AMNPR Arts
Rogers Stadium, a Toronto concert venue that opened in 2025, sustained severe damage during a thunderstorm. The status of its next scheduled concert, featuring AC/DC, remains unclear.
9:20 AMThe New York Times
Universal Studios Hollywood has opened this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, featuring haunted houses built around properties including “Stranger Things 5,” “Sinners” and “Obsession.” The event combines recognizable screen franchises with original horror attractions.
7:55 PMVariety
Topic Studios has emerged as a prominent independent force at the festival circuit, with films including ‘The Debut,’ ‘Club Kid,’ and ‘Wicker’ generating attention at Telluride. Its rise comes as non-major productions face growing challenges in financing, distribution, and audience reach.
8:32 PMVariety
Jordan Firstman’s directorial debut “Club Kid” has moved from a well-received Cannes premiere to Telluride after A24 acquired it for a reported $17 million. The film’s awards prospects may depend partly on veteran actor Colleen Camp’s performance.
7:45 PMVariety6:18 PMIGN
The Odyssey Surpasses $1 Billion at International Box Office With Weeks Left In Theaters
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Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has passed $1 billion at the international box office, with nearly four weeks remaining in its theatrical run.
The film has already reached blockbuster scale before its run is over, giving theaters and
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The milestone reinforces the market for large-scale theatrical films built around filmmaker-driven original projects.
4:17 PMCNBC
Longtime Fox News host Maria Bartiromo disputes reports of termination
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Maria Bartiromo has disputed reports that Fox News and Fox Business terminated her, leaving her status at the networks unclear.
The decisive fact is that Bartiromo is contesting the reported firing, so the story remains
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A high-profile host's uncertain status can signal broader programming or talent-management changes at Fox.
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1:50 PMPolygon
Silo Season 4 Gets First Trailer and Surprise Release Date Announcement
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The first trailer for Silo's fourth season has arrived alongside a surprise announcement about when the science-fiction series will return.
The trailer and accelerated release news turn Silo from a distant project into an immediate
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The timing gives Apple TV Plus a high-profile returning series to drive engagement and conversation.
12:52 PMPolygon
Star Wars’ 'New Jedi Order' Era Is Finally Moving Forward After Years of Silence
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Star Wars projects centered on the New Jedi Order era and a separate film from Dave Filoni are showing signs of progress after an extended period without clear movement.
The shift is from prolonged uncertainty to active development, but progress does not guarantee production
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Moving beyond the Skywalker saga is central to Star Wars' long-term film strategy and audience renewal.
12:36 PMNew York Times Arts
Bringing Explosive Life to ‘Coyote vs. Acme’
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Director Dave Green discusses the techniques he used to bring the animated world of “Coyote vs. Acme” into live-action filmmaking. The film centers on the collision between classic cartoon characters and a real-world setting.
The film’s creative challenge was not simply adding animation, but preserving the violent comic timing
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The project reflects Hollywood’s continuing attempt to turn legacy animation properties into hybrid theatrical spectacles.
8:04 AMNPR Arts
No wonder 'Coyote vs. Acme' is resonating. It's about runaway corporate power
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Coyote vs. Acme combines live action and animation in a courtroom comedy modeled on legal thrillers such as The Verdict and Erin Brockovich. Its Looney Tunes premise turns a lawsuit against the Acme Corporation into a satire of corporate power.
The film's appeal comes from making institutional abuse legible through a familiar cartoon target: a
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The film uses a broad comic premise to tap into a real and durable backlash against corporate impunity.
9:20 AMThe New York Times
Rogers Stadium in Toronto Is Damaged by Thunderstorm Before AC/DC Show
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Rogers Stadium, a Toronto concert venue that opened in 2025, sustained severe damage during a thunderstorm. The status of its next scheduled concert, featuring AC/DC, remains unclear.
The damage immediately threatens the venue’s operating schedule and raises questions about repairs, safety inspections
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A new venue’s early reliability is now at issue, with a major concert serving as the first test of its recovery.
7:55 PMVariety
Halloween Horror Nights Opens at Universal Studios Hollywood With ‘Sinners,’ ‘Stranger Things 5’ and a Blood-Soaked Nikki From ‘Obsession’
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Universal Studios Hollywood has opened this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, featuring haunted houses built around properties including “Stranger Things 5,” “Sinners” and “Obsession.” The event combines recognizable screen franchises with original horror attractions.
Universal is using major entertainment brands as the event’s primary draw, turning streaming and film
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Theme parks are increasingly extending entertainment franchises into live, seasonal experiences.
8:32 PMVariety
Meet Topic, the Indie Studio Dominating the Festival Circuit With ‘The Debut,’ ‘Club Kid,’ ‘Wicker’
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Topic Studios has emerged as a prominent independent force at the festival circuit, with films including ‘The Debut,’ ‘Club Kid,’ and ‘Wicker’ generating attention at Telluride. Its rise comes as non-major productions face growing challenges in financing, distribution, and audience reach.
Topic’s festival presence suggests that independent companies can still build influence by assembling a strong
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Topic’s strategy offers a potential model for independent film companies operating outside the major studios and streamers.
7:45 PMVariety
Jordan Firstman’s ‘Club Kid’ Hits Telluride, and Colleen Camp Could Be Its Secret Oscar Weapon
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Jordan Firstman’s directorial debut “Club Kid” has moved from a well-received Cannes premiere to Telluride after A24 acquired it for a reported $17 million. The film’s awards prospects may depend partly on veteran actor Colleen Camp’s performance.
A24 is positioning “Club Kid” as a prestige release rather than leaving it as a
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The festival-to-awards pipeline is already shaping the market around one of the season’s newer independent films.
Other Developments
A curated list of other prominent stories from this day.
The piece revisits a gritty Netflix horror sleeper hit and argues that it remains one of the decade's strongest zombie films. Its survivalist premise also offers a darkly practical reminder to keep basic food supplies on hand.
11:58 PMPolygon
Andrew Haigh adapts a Colm Tóibín novella into an austere drama set on a 1950s Rocky Mountain farm. The film demands patience, but its controlled atmosphere can draw viewers deeply into its world.
10:30 PMVariety
Mike Leigh’s drama follows social workers, isolated people, and families confronting dementia. Its individual scenes are effective, but the film ultimately feels more schematic than emotionally expansive.
9:47 PMVariety
‘Blade Runner 2049,’ starring Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford, has arrived on HBO Max after earning strong critical praise. Its move to the service gives the acclaimed sequel another opportunity to find viewers.
8:49 PMPolygon
Fans are speculating that Adria Arjona could play Wonder Woman in the DC Universe after she posted a workout video ahead of ‘Man of Tomorrow.’ No official casting confirmation has been reported.
7:55 PMIGNSara Bareilles discusses crying as an important part of her emotional life in a conversation about subjects people do not always discuss openly.
7:15 PMNPR Arts
The Blu-ray edition of Over the Garden Wall is available for $8 during Gruv's latest weekend sale.
7:02 PMIGN
Zach Cregger says he would like to make more films in the Resident Evil universe and already has ideas for a potential sequel.
5:54 PMIGN
Eight television picks are available to watch over the September 4-6 weekend across Netflix, Prime Video and Hulu. The list combines newly released shows with series that have recently become available on the platforms.
4:30 PMPolygon
Streaming prices are rising again in September, even as major platforms bring back popular series. The returning shows include Apple’s "Slow Horses," Netflix’s "The Gentlemen" and Paramount’s "MobLand."
4:00 PMMarketWatchBritish actor Solly McLeod has joined the cast of "Practical Magic 2," expanding the returning film’s ensemble. The project brings him into the franchise’s supernatural world.
2:17 PMWWD
A monthly selection of action films includes the El Chapo drama Facing El Chapo and titles featuring Jason Statham, Alan Ritchson, Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa.
11:00 AMNew York Times Arts
Elegance Bratton’s second feature, starring Mark Wahlberg and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, approaches the legal struggle for civil rights in the 1960s through a gangland perspective.
6:00 AMThe New Yorker — Books & Culture
Jocelyn Bioh adapts the social rivalries of “Mean Girls” to a Ghanaian beauty pageant, alongside updates on Harry Styles at Madison Square Garden, “Paranormal Activity” on Broadway, and a new film starring Dakota Fanning and Jake Johnson.
6:00 AMThe New Yorker — Books & Culture
Na Hong-jin’s monster movie combines violent small-town comedy with an examination of big-budget Hollywood imperialism.
6:00 AMThe New Yorker — Books & CultureReviewers identify seven new films they consider worth knowing about, offering recommendations for both casual moviegoers and dedicated film fans.
5:03 AMNew York Times ArtsKenneth Branagh discusses “Mayday,” a Cold War action comedy in which his ex-KGB character teams up with a stranded U.S. Navy pilot played by Ryan Reynolds. The film combines espionage, military adventure and comedy.
3:59 AMNPR Arts
Steve Irwin’s family marked two decades since the Australian wildlife personality died after a stingray barb pierced his chest during filming. They remembered him as a beloved father and a larger-than-life figure whose public image remains central to his legacy.
12:06 AMBBC11:58 PMPolygon
Netflix's Gritty Horror Sleeper Hit Is Still One of the Decade's Best Zombie Movies
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The piece revisits a gritty Netflix horror sleeper hit and argues that it remains one of the decade's strongest zombie films. Its survivalist premise also offers a darkly practical reminder to keep basic food supplies on hand.
The film's staying power comes from treating zombie horror as a pressure test of ordinary
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A forgotten streaming title can gain long-term cultural value when strong genre execution outlasts the platform's original promotion cycle.
10:30 PMVariety
‘A Long Winter’ Review: Andrew Haigh’s Moody Drama, Set on a Farm in the Rockies in the Early ’50s, Is a Sweeping Act of Cinematic Storytelling
Summary
Andrew Haigh adapts a Colm Tóibín novella into an austere drama set on a 1950s Rocky Mountain farm. The film demands patience, but its controlled atmosphere can draw viewers deeply into its world.
The film prioritizes mood, restraint, and immersion over immediate accessibility. That choice may narrow its
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The film tests whether austere storytelling can still support broad critical and audience appeal.
9:47 PMVariety
‘Tender Loving Care’ Review: Mike Leigh’s Tale of Social Workers, Lonely Hearts and Dementia Should Have Been a Fuller Portrait
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Mike Leigh’s drama follows social workers, isolated people, and families confronting dementia. Its individual scenes are effective, but the film ultimately feels more schematic than emotionally expansive.
The central weakness is not execution but scale: the film handles its scenes competently without
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The film shows how strong individual scenes can fail to produce a fully convincing whole.
8:49 PMPolygon
Ryan Gosling’s Near-Perfect Sci-fi Movie Officially Becomes an HBO Max Streaming Hit
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‘Blade Runner 2049,’ starring Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford, has arrived on HBO Max after earning strong critical praise. Its move to the service gives the acclaimed sequel another opportunity to find viewers.
The streaming placement can extend the film’s reach beyond its original theatrical audience, especially among
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Streaming availability may renew attention for a well-regarded sequel that did not fully realize its commercial potential in theaters.
7:55 PMIGN
Wonder Woman Casting Rumors Heat Up as Fans Suspect James Gunn Secretly Picked Adria Arjona for the Role
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Fans are speculating that Adria Arjona could play Wonder Woman in the DC Universe after she posted a workout video ahead of ‘Man of Tomorrow.’ No official casting confirmation has been reported.
The rumor rests on circumstantial social media activity rather than evidence from DC or James
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The speculation shows how closely fans monitor even ordinary celebrity posts for clues about major franchise decisions.
7:15 PMNPR Arts
Musician Sara Bareilles talks about the importance of crying in her life
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Sara Bareilles discusses crying as an important part of her emotional life in a conversation about subjects people do not always discuss openly.
Bareilles treats crying as a useful form of emotional release rather than a weakness. The
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It frames emotional vulnerability as a practical part of resilience rather than a private failing.
7:02 PMIGN
The Over the Garden Wall Blu-ray Is Only $8 at Gruv in Its Latest Weekend Sale
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The Blu-ray edition of Over the Garden Wall is available for $8 during Gruv's latest weekend sale.
The discount makes a highly regarded animated series unusually accessible in a physical format. It
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A steep physical-media discount creates a low-cost entry point for fans and collectors.
5:54 PMIGN
Zach Cregger Already Has 'Ideas' About What He'd Do for a Second Resident Evil Movie
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Zach Cregger says he would like to make more films in the Resident Evil universe and already has ideas for a potential sequel.
Cregger's comments signal creative interest, not a confirmed sequel or production plan. If the first
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A potential sequel could turn a single franchise reboot into a longer-term creative and commercial strategy.
4:30 PMPolygon
8 New TV Shows to Watch This Weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, and Hulu (September 4-6)
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Eight television picks are available to watch over the September 4-6 weekend across Netflix, Prime Video and Hulu. The list combines newly released shows with series that have recently become available on the platforms.
The recommendations reflect how streaming discovery now depends on aggregating releases across services rather than
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Viewers increasingly need cross-platform curation to navigate a crowded release calendar.
4:00 PMMarketWatch
Here’s what’s worth streaming in September 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more
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Streaming prices are rising again in September, even as major platforms bring back popular series. The returning shows include Apple’s "Slow Horses," Netflix’s "The Gentlemen" and Paramount’s "MobLand."
The month’s value proposition depends more on returning franchises than on cheaper access. Subscribers face
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Price increases are becoming easier to impose when services can anchor the month around recognizable returning hits.
2:17 PMWWD
Solly McLeod Is Feeling the Magic
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British actor Solly McLeod has joined the cast of "Practical Magic 2," expanding the returning film’s ensemble. The project brings him into the franchise’s supernatural world.
McLeod’s casting adds another piece to a sequel built around the original film’s established audience
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The sequel continues to turn a familiar cult property into a broader contemporary franchise.
11:00 AMNew York Times Arts
‘Facing El Chapo’ and More Action Movies to Stream Now
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A monthly selection of action films includes the El Chapo drama Facing El Chapo and titles featuring Jason Statham, Alan Ritchson, Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa.
The list reflects streaming platforms' continued reliance on recognizable action stars and familiar high-stakes premises
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The lineup shows how streaming competes for attention through dependable action formulas and recognizable talent.
6:00 AMThe New Yorker — Books & Culture
The Principled Cynicism of “By Any Means”
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Elegance Bratton’s second feature, starring Mark Wahlberg and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, approaches the legal struggle for civil rights in the 1960s through a gangland perspective.
The film recasts a landmark civil-rights battle through characters shaped by criminal-world pragmatism. That perspective
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Its tension comes from asking whether a just cause can remain principled when its advocates operate through coercion and compromise.
6:00 AMThe New Yorker — Books & Culture
Jocelyn Bioh’s “Mean Girls” at a Ghana Beauty Pageant
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Jocelyn Bioh adapts the social rivalries of “Mean Girls” to a Ghanaian beauty pageant, alongside updates on Harry Styles at Madison Square Garden, “Paranormal Activity” on Broadway, and a new film starring Dakota Fanning and Jake Johnson.
The Ghanaian pageant setting relocates the “Mean Girls” formula into a distinct cultural and competitive
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The adaptation shows how recognizable pop premises can gain new stakes when rebuilt around a different place, industry, and social hierarchy.
6:00 AMThe New Yorker — Books & Culture
The Blockbuster Audacity of “Hope”
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Na Hong-jin’s monster movie combines violent small-town comedy with an examination of big-budget Hollywood imperialism.
The film uses blockbuster scale to expose the power dynamics behind blockbuster culture. By colliding
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“Hope” tests whether a monster movie can deliver commercial thrills while interrogating the industry and cultural power that make those thrills possible.
5:03 AMNew York Times Arts
7 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
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Reviewers identify seven new films they consider worth knowing about, offering recommendations for both casual moviegoers and dedicated film fans.
The list turns a crowded release schedule into a short viewing guide. Its value lies
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A focused critics’ list gives viewers a practical filter in an increasingly crowded movie marketplace.
3:59 AMNPR Arts
Actor Kenneth Branagh previews Cold War action-comedy film "Mayday"
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Kenneth Branagh discusses “Mayday,” a Cold War action comedy in which his ex-KGB character teams up with a stranded U.S. Navy pilot played by Ryan Reynolds. The film combines espionage, military adventure and comedy.
The pairing gives the film a built-in tonal engine: Branagh supplies espionage gravitas while Reynolds
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The film packages Cold War mythology as star-driven entertainment rather than a conventional serious spy thriller.
12:06 AMBBC
Steve Irwin's family celebrates 'superhero' dad, 20 years after shock death
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Steve Irwin’s family marked two decades since the Australian wildlife personality died after a stingray barb pierced his chest during filming. They remembered him as a beloved father and a larger-than-life figure whose public image remains central to his legacy.
Irwin’s influence has outlasted the television career that made him famous, with his family continuing
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The commemoration shows how a media personality’s family can preserve a global entertainment and conservation brand long after his death.
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