Sony and Constantin's Resident Evil reboot, directed by Zach Cregger, is projected to earn $40M-$50M domestically and $31M overseas for a global debut around $80M. The film is the best-reviewed in the franchise's 24-year history at 96% on Rotten Tomatoes. It opens in 3,000 North American locations with previews starting Thursday at 2 p.m. Other new releases include The Weight and Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom.
Attorneys for Sean Combs have asked a New York federal court to let them withdraw from his $100 million defamation lawsuit, saying the music executive owes a substantial balance in fees and has stopped cooperating. Combs, who is serving a 50-month sentence on prostitution convictions, says he chose to change lawyers and disputes the charges as unapproved.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has overtaken Star Wars: The Force Awakens to become the highest-grossing domestic release of all time, reaching $936.773 million after 47 days. The film has earned $2.45 billion globally, making it the third-highest grossing movie worldwide. It remains uncertain whether it can reach $1 billion domestically without a re-release.
Stephen Colbert returned to late-night television on Tuesday as a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where he discussed his life after The Late Show, including writing a movie and growing a beard. Kimmel suggested he shave the beard, and Colbert also joked about CBS not congratulating him on his seven Emmys and the network sending him 40 suits from his old show.
Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson performed a cha-cha on the Dancing With the Stars premiere, earning a total of 10 out of 30 from the judges. Carson called the scores lame, while Rodriguez expressed disappointment but pride in his performance. The pair received advice from Jimmy Kimmel and are preparing for Week 2, as Carson balances the competition with her third pregnancy.
American Idol is leaving Los Angeles for the Atlanta area, producer Fremantle confirmed Tuesday, in a relocation that hands Georgia a stable long-running series and deepens concerns about film and television work in Hollywood's historic home. The move lands as L.A. shoot days have fallen and Georgia's own production spending has declined sharply, even as both states lean on tax incentives to attract and keep cameras rolling.
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil reboot has drawn enthusiastic early reactions from film critics, who praise its gory action, faithful tension, and Austin Abrams's performance. The film, which opens September 18 from Sony Pictures, reunites Cregger with his Weapons star Abrams and introduces an original story set in the Resident Evil universe. Critics call it a cinematic spectacle and among the best video game adaptations.
Dancing With the Stars returned for season 35 with a two-night premiere split by gender. On Tuesday, eight male celebrities performed to a No. 1 song from their birth year. Harry Shum Jr. earned the night's highest score, 21/30, while Conner Leavitt was eliminated after scoring 12/30 with partner Adele Zaikman. Website voting was down, so votes were accepted by text. The eight women compete Wednesday.
Quentin Tarantino is writing a novel titled The Adventures of Cliff Booth, set for publication on Dec. 8 by HarperCollins. The book is timed to the release of David Fincher's Netflix film The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth, which hits Imax theaters on Nov. 25 and streams on Dec. 23. Brad Pitt reprises his Oscar-winning role as the longtime stuntman. The story takes place in Hollywood in 1977, eight years after the original film.
Apple TV has renewed Slow Horses for an eighth season, just after the show won an Emmy for drama directing. The new season will adapt Mick Herron's ninth Slough House book, Clown Town, and will begin production shortly. Season 6 launches September 16, while a seventh season based on Bad Actors has already been announced. The series stars Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb and Kristin Scott Thomas as Diana Taverner.
HBO's Harry Potter television series has cast Rafe Spall as Arthur Weasley, Molly Hewitt-Richards as Moaning Myrtle and Jasper Ambrose as Colin Creevey, all for Season 2. Filming is underway at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden in the UK. Spall takes a recurring role played by Mark Williams in the films, Hewitt-Richards plays the ghost of the second-floor girls' bathroom, and Ambrose portrays the camera-toting Gryffindor first seen in Chamber of Secrets.
Apple TV collected 28 Emmys, including 14 for freshman comedy 'Widow's Bay' and six for 'Pluribus', beating HBO's 21 and Netflix's 16. The ceremony, hosted by Mariska Hargitay, featured reflective moments and tributes to late stars. Matthew Rhys made history with two lead acting wins, while 'The Pitt' and 'Hacks' earned top honors for HBO.
The 2026 Emmys delivered a record-breaking night for Widow's Bay, which took home 14 awards, including six on the night. Rhea Seehorn finally won for Pluribus, while Michael J. Fox received the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award. But the ceremony also had its awkward moments, from Mariska Hargitay's poorly received opening number to a cringeworthy red carpet question for Seehorn.
Michael J. Fox accepted the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the Emmys on Monday night, receiving a huge ovation. He spoke about his Parkinson's diagnosis, his foundation's progress, and the support he has received. Fox was recognized for his transformative contributions to Parkinson's disease research and advocacy. The award was presented by Julianna Margulies.
A pre-taped sketch during Monday's Emmys telecast featured Taylor Swift as a rookie detective helping the Law & Order: SVU team investigate whether Swift herself would attend the ceremony. The meta bit included references to her cats, her husband Travis Kelce's football game, and her ringtone being the show's iconic sound. The surprise appearance delighted viewers and highlighted the playful crossover between pop culture and television's biggest night.
Zendaya walked the Emmys 2026 red carpet on Monday in a sheer, plunging custom Prada gown covered in shimmering beads, marking her first official appearance with a short pixie haircut. She posed with stylist Law Roach, who said the cut was inspired by Halle Berry. Zendaya is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for the final season of Euphoria and will also present at the ceremony hosted by Mariska Hargitay.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, hosted by Mariska Hargitay at the Peacock Theater, delivered historic wins and unexpected upsets. Jean Smart secured her fifth lead comedy actress Emmy for Hacks, tying the record for most acting wins in Primetime Emmy history with eight. Rhea Seehorn finally won for Pluribus, while Matthew Rhys scored a surprise victory for The Beast in Me. The night also featured a peacock blue carpet celebrating NBC's 100th anniversary.
King Charles III has made clear that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will not resume royal duties after their move to the UK. Meanwhile, Prince George has started at Eton, following in Prince William's footsteps. Experts also discuss a rumored film about Princess Diana that could deepen the rift between the brothers.
Lady Gaga has become a mother for the first time, welcoming a child with her fiancé, entrepreneur Michael Polansky, according to People and Page Six. The couple got engaged in April 2024, and Gaga has spoken openly about wanting motherhood. Polansky has also collaborated with her professionally, earning a writing credit on her 2025 Grammy-winning album Mayhem. Representatives for Gaga did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
A federal jury in Los Angeles has acquitted rapper Lil Durk, whose legal name is Durk Banks, of all charges in a 2022 murder-for-hire plot. Prosecutors had alleged that the Grammy-winning artist orchestrated an ambush shooting targeting rival rapper Quando Rondo, which mistakenly killed Rondo's cousin, Saviay'a Robinson. Following three days of deliberations, the jury found Banks not guilty. He remains in custody ahead of a second federal trial scheduled for next month on racketeering and firearms charges.
Resident Evil Reboot Targets $80M Global Debut
Sony and Constantin's Resident Evil reboot, directed by Zach Cregger, is projected to earn $40M-$50M domestically and $31M overseas for a global debut around $80M. The film is the best-reviewed in the franchise's 24-year history at 96% on Rotten Tomatoes. It opens in 3,000 North American locations with previews starting Thursday at 2 p.m. Other new releases include The Weight and Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom.
Combs' Lawyers Seek to Quit $100M Defamation Case
Attorneys for Sean Combs have asked a New York federal court to let them withdraw from his $100 million defamation lawsuit, saying the music executive owes a substantial balance in fees and has stopped cooperating. Combs, who is serving a 50-month sentence on prostitution convictions, says he chose to change lawyers and disputes the charges as unapproved.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Sets Domestic Box Office Record
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has overtaken Star Wars: The Force Awakens to become the highest-grossing domestic release of all time, reaching $936.773 million after 47 days. The film has earned $2.45 billion globally, making it the third-highest grossing movie worldwide. It remains uncertain whether it can reach $1 billion domestically without a re-release.
Colbert Shaves Beard on Kimmel in Late Night Return
Stephen Colbert returned to late-night television on Tuesday as a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where he discussed his life after The Late Show, including writing a movie and growing a beard. Kimmel suggested he shave the beard, and Colbert also joked about CBS not congratulating him on his seven Emmys and the network sending him 40 suits from his old show.
Witney Carson Slams Guillermo Rodriguez's DWTS Scores as 'Lame'
Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson performed a cha-cha on the Dancing With the Stars premiere, earning a total of 10 out of 30 from the judges. Carson called the scores lame, while Rodriguez expressed disappointment but pride in his performance. The pair received advice from Jimmy Kimmel and are preparing for Week 2, as Carson balances the competition with her third pregnancy.
American Idol Moves Production From Los Angeles to Georgia
American Idol is leaving Los Angeles for the Atlanta area, producer Fremantle confirmed Tuesday, in a relocation that hands Georgia a stable long-running series and deepens concerns about film and television work in Hollywood's historic home. The move lands as L.A. shoot days have fallen and Georgia's own production spending has declined sharply, even as both states lean on tax incentives to attract and keep cameras rolling.
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil Earns Rave First Reactions
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil reboot has drawn enthusiastic early reactions from film critics, who praise its gory action, faithful tension, and Austin Abrams's performance. The film, which opens September 18 from Sony Pictures, reunites Cregger with his Weapons star Abrams and introduces an original story set in the Resident Evil universe. Critics call it a cinematic spectacle and among the best video game adaptations.
DWTS Season 35 Premiere: Conner Leavitt Eliminated
Dancing With the Stars returned for season 35 with a two-night premiere split by gender. On Tuesday, eight male celebrities performed to a No. 1 song from their birth year. Harry Shum Jr. earned the night's highest score, 21/30, while Conner Leavitt was eliminated after scoring 12/30 with partner Adele Zaikman. Website voting was down, so votes were accepted by text. The eight women compete Wednesday.
Tarantino to Publish Cliff Booth Novel Before Netflix Film
Quentin Tarantino is writing a novel titled The Adventures of Cliff Booth, set for publication on Dec. 8 by HarperCollins. The book is timed to the release of David Fincher's Netflix film The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth, which hits Imax theaters on Nov. 25 and streams on Dec. 23. Brad Pitt reprises his Oscar-winning role as the longtime stuntman. The story takes place in Hollywood in 1977, eight years after the original film.
Slow Horses Renewed for Season 8 at Apple TV After Emmy Win
Apple TV has renewed Slow Horses for an eighth season, just after the show won an Emmy for drama directing. The new season will adapt Mick Herron's ninth Slough House book, Clown Town, and will begin production shortly. Season 6 launches September 16, while a seventh season based on Bad Actors has already been announced. The series stars Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb and Kristin Scott Thomas as Diana Taverner.
HBO's Harry Potter Series Adds Three Cast Members for Season 2
HBO's Harry Potter television series has cast Rafe Spall as Arthur Weasley, Molly Hewitt-Richards as Moaning Myrtle and Jasper Ambrose as Colin Creevey, all for Season 2. Filming is underway at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden in the UK. Spall takes a recurring role played by Mark Williams in the films, Hewitt-Richards plays the ghost of the second-floor girls' bathroom, and Ambrose portrays the camera-toting Gryffindor first seen in Chamber of Secrets.
Apple TV Dominates Emmys as TV Enters New Era
Apple TV collected 28 Emmys, including 14 for freshman comedy 'Widow's Bay' and six for 'Pluribus', beating HBO's 21 and Netflix's 16. The ceremony, hosted by Mariska Hargitay, featured reflective moments and tributes to late stars. Matthew Rhys made history with two lead acting wins, while 'The Pitt' and 'Hacks' earned top honors for HBO.
Emmys 2026: Widow's Bay Dominates as Seehorn Finally Wins
The 2026 Emmys delivered a record-breaking night for Widow's Bay, which took home 14 awards, including six on the night. Rhea Seehorn finally won for Pluribus, while Michael J. Fox received the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award. But the ceremony also had its awkward moments, from Mariska Hargitay's poorly received opening number to a cringeworthy red carpet question for Seehorn.
Michael J. Fox Receives Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at Emmys
Michael J. Fox accepted the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the Emmys on Monday night, receiving a huge ovation. He spoke about his Parkinson's diagnosis, his foundation's progress, and the support he has received. Fox was recognized for his transformative contributions to Parkinson's disease research and advocacy. The award was presented by Julianna Margulies.
Taylor Swift Surprises in Emmys 2026 Law & Order: SVU Sketch
A pre-taped sketch during Monday's Emmys telecast featured Taylor Swift as a rookie detective helping the Law & Order: SVU team investigate whether Swift herself would attend the ceremony. The meta bit included references to her cats, her husband Travis Kelce's football game, and her ringtone being the show's iconic sound. The surprise appearance delighted viewers and highlighted the playful crossover between pop culture and television's biggest night.
Zendaya Debuts Pixie Cut at 2026 Emmys
Zendaya walked the Emmys 2026 red carpet on Monday in a sheer, plunging custom Prada gown covered in shimmering beads, marking her first official appearance with a short pixie haircut. She posed with stylist Law Roach, who said the cut was inspired by Halle Berry. Zendaya is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for the final season of Euphoria and will also present at the ceremony hosted by Mariska Hargitay.
Emmy Awards 2026: Records Fall as Jean Smart and Rhea Seehorn Win Big
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, hosted by Mariska Hargitay at the Peacock Theater, delivered historic wins and unexpected upsets. Jean Smart secured her fifth lead comedy actress Emmy for Hacks, tying the record for most acting wins in Primetime Emmy history with eight. Rhea Seehorn finally won for Pluribus, while Matthew Rhys scored a surprise victory for The Beast in Me. The night also featured a peacock blue carpet celebrating NBC's 100th anniversary.
King Charles Clarifies No Royal Return for Harry and Meghan
King Charles III has made clear that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will not resume royal duties after their move to the UK. Meanwhile, Prince George has started at Eton, following in Prince William's footsteps. Experts also discuss a rumored film about Princess Diana that could deepen the rift between the brothers.
Lady Gaga Becomes a Mother for the First Time
Lady Gaga has become a mother for the first time, welcoming a child with her fiancé, entrepreneur Michael Polansky, according to People and Page Six. The couple got engaged in April 2024, and Gaga has spoken openly about wanting motherhood. Polansky has also collaborated with her professionally, earning a writing credit on her 2025 Grammy-winning album Mayhem. Representatives for Gaga did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Lil Durk Acquitted in Murder-for-Hire Trial
A federal jury in Los Angeles has acquitted rapper Lil Durk, whose legal name is Durk Banks, of all charges in a 2022 murder-for-hire plot. Prosecutors had alleged that the Grammy-winning artist orchestrated an ambush shooting targeting rival rapper Quando Rondo, which mistakenly killed Rondo's cousin, Saviay'a Robinson. Following three days of deliberations, the jury found Banks not guilty. He remains in custody ahead of a second federal trial scheduled for next month on racketeering and firearms charges.
