Sleight of Hand Productions has released the final theatrical trailer for “Screamboat,” a blood-soaked “Steamboat Willie” parody that turns Dinsey’s world famous mouse into a relentless killing machine. The film’s official description reads, “Be our guest on a New York City ferry ride that turns
After weeks of rumors, Variety can confirm that the estate of the Notorious B.I.G. and Primary Wave Music have struck a partnership encompassing the late rapper’s music publishing and recordings, as well as his name, image, and likeness. The estate and Primary Wave will collaborate
“No late fees.” When Netflix launched as a DVD rental service in 1998, that was its most effective pitch to potential customers — an unmistakable reference to the thing that people hated the most about Blockbuster. With more than 9,000 locations, Blockbuster was the biggest
Deepfake detection and takedown service Loti AI revealed that its likeness protection technology is being made publicly available. Previously only offered to public figures and celebrities, the company will now offer tools to anyone “who wants to safeguard their digital reputation.” “The internet is getting
Disney+ has ordered “Call My Agent Berlin,” a German remake of the hit French series revolving around the world of talent agents. Directed by Boris Kunz, Laura Lackmann and Johann Buchholz, the German version of “Call My Agent” tells the story of the “Stern” actors
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the
One of the biggest dramas on TV isn’t expected to launch formally until later in 2025, but it’s already playing out off camera at four of the biggest media companies in the nation. When the NBA bounces later this year from Warner Bros. Discovery’s TNT
May the odds be ever in your favor – again! “The Hunger Games” franchise from author Suzanne Collins has entered a new era as its latest book, “Sunrise on the Reaping,” hit shelves this week. The prequel novel follows a young version of Katniss and