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‘California Schemin” Trailer: Two Scottish Rappers Con Their Way to a Record Deal in James McAvoy’s Directorial Debut (Exclusive)
The trailer has been released for “California Schemin'”, the feature directorial debut of Scottish actor James McAvoy, with The Hollywood Reporter given an exclusive premiere. Set in the early 2000s, the film dramatises the real-life story of Scottish rappers Gavin Bain and Billy Boyd, who posed as Californians to talk their way into a US…
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‘Scary Movie’ Sets Paramount+ Release Date
“Scary Movie,” the sixth entry in the horror-spoof franchise, will begin streaming on Paramount+ from 3 September, following its theatrical run. The film, directed by Michael Tiddes, marks the first instalment since “Scary Movie 2” to reunite the Wayans family, who had previously stepped away amid disputes with executive producer Bob Weinstein, founder of Dimension…
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‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Becomes Fastest Movie to Hit $800M at Domestic Box Office
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become the fastest film ever to reach $800 million at the North American box office, hitting the milestone in just 19 days. Sony Pictures confirmed the achievement on Wednesday, with the Tom Holland-led superhero film’s domestic total now standing at $803.9 million, making it the fourth highest-grossing domestic release of…
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‘Jeopardy!’s Greatest Winning Streak Has Still Never Been Topped Over 20 Years Later
Ken Jennings’ 74-game winning streak on Jeopardy!, first set in 2004, remains unbeaten more than two decades on, cementing his status as one of the show’s most iconic figures alongside the late Alex Trebek. Jennings, who went on to become a full-time host of the programme following Trebek’s death, is remembered as much for the…
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Netflix Sued Over ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ By Christian Metal Band Called Demon Hunter
Netflix has been sued by the Christian metal band Demon Hunter, which alleges that the streamer’s hit animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” has overwhelmed public recognition of the band’s name after a 25-year career. The lawsuit, filed on 18 August 2026 in Los Angeles federal court by the band’s company Hyde Lane, accuses Netflix of…
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6 Mind-Blowing Sci-Fi Movies Streaming on Shudder (#3 is a Modern Cult Classic)
Polygon has picked out six science-fiction films worth watching on the horror-focused streaming service Shudder, aimed at horror fans willing to embrace cult and low-budget fare alongside occasional classics. The list highlights that Shudder’s sci-fi catalogue is relatively small, at around 35 titles, and leans towards obscure, cheaply made or imported films rather than mainstream…
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Angélique Kidjo makes history for Africa with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Angélique Kidjo has become the first African musician to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a milestone she and fellow attendees framed as recognition of Africa’s foundational role in global music. The Benin-born singer, 66, was honoured in Los Angeles alongside family, friends and stars including Willem Dafoe, Djimon Hounsou and Adekunle…
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MS NOW Reveals New Member Tier Prices In Bet On Loyalty
MS NOW, the cable channel formerly known as MSNBC, has unveiled a paid membership tier as it seeks to build revenue streams beyond traditional carriage fees following its split from NBCUniversal. Chief executive Rebecca Kutler described the launch, priced at $7.99 a month or $79.99 annually and set to begin on 9 September, as “the…
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Why Is It Absolute Hell to Buy a Movie Ticket Now?
Buying tickets for major cinema releases such as *Dune: Part Three*, Christopher Nolan’s *The Odyssey* and *Spider-Man: Brand New Day* has become a frustrating ordeal, with theatre chain apps and websites repeatedly crashing under demand and fans queuing for hours to secure seats. The chaos stems partly from the scarcity of premium formats like IMAX,…