Take a glance at this season’s Emmy contenders in the nonfiction special category and you’ll see names that sparkle: Springsteen, Dion,...

Disney’s Lilo & Stitch live-action remake is a box office hit, earning over $341 million globally on its opening weekend, making it the second-biggest debut of 2025. The film retells the beloved 2002 animated story with upgraded visuals, heartfelt performances, and a fresh take on the meaning of family. With strong fan support and record-breaking attendance, it’s already surpassed the original’s lifetime gross and reignited love for Stitch in a whole new generation.

Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars have been delayed to December 2026 and 2027, marking a major shift from the franchise’s usual summer releases. The move reflects Marvel Studios’ effort to recalibrate after Phase Four’s mixed reception. With the Russo brothers directing and a cast that includes returning Avengers, the Fantastic Four, and even Robert Downey Jr. as a Doom variant, these films aim to reignite fan excitement and possibly reboot the MCU.

Paramount Global is caught in a storm after President Trump sued the company for $20 billion, claiming 60 Minutes edited a Kamala Harris interview to mislead viewers. The lawsuit threatens Paramount's $8 billion sale to Skydance Media and has triggered resignations, political scrutiny, and an FCC review. Shareholder Shari Redstone faces mounting pressure to settle—but critics warn doing so could amount to bribery, risking CBS’ legacy and legal consequences for top executives.

Megan Moroney made a dazzling impression at the 2025 American Music Awards on May 26, stepping onto the purple carpet in a shimmering nude and silver gown. The country star’s look featured sparkling cutouts, floral silver paneling, and diamond accessories, perfectly blending southern charm with Hollywood glam. Later, she presented an award alongside Shaboozey, capping off a night where both her fashion and presence made her one of the evening’s standout stars.

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi won the Palme d’Or at Cannes 2025 for It Was Just an Accident, a powerful revenge thriller inspired by his prison experience. Presented by Cate Blanchett, the award marked a major moment for the dissident director, who has long defied censorship in Iran. Greeted with a standing ovation, Panahi called for freedom and artistic expression. His win extends distributor Neon’s Palme streak and highlights the power of cinema as a form of resistance.

Behind the scenes, Hollywood isn’t always as glamorous as it seems. From political tension between Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot on Snow White, to explosive clashes like Tom Hardy vs. Charlize Theron on Mad Max, celebrity feuds often turn sets into battlegrounds. Whether it’s icy silences, public fallouts, or legal battles, these on-set dramas prove the real action sometimes happens when the cameras stop rolling.

As Wicked: Part One gears up for its highly anticipated release, one song is already stealing the spotlight: “For Good.” Once a Broadway tearjerker, it's now poised to become 2025’s defining musical moment, thanks to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s emotionally charged duet. With themes of friendship and transformation, the ballad is already going viral—and could launch Wicked’s legacy to new cinematic heights. This isn’t just a farewell song; it’s a cultural reset.

While A-list stars like Scarlett Johansson and Tom Cruise dazzled on the red carpet at Cannes, a far more unexpected figure made headlines this week: Kevin Spacey. Absent from the festival since 2016 and still shadowed by multiple misconduct allegations, Spacey returned—not as an official guest, but to accept an award at a side gala unaffiliated with the festival. His surprise appearance reignited controversy and raised eyebrows across the Riviera.

The Cannes Film Festival isn’t just a celebration of cinema—it’s a global fashion spectacle. From dramatic gowns to tailored perfection, the 2025 red carpet dazzled with elegance, bold choices, and unforgettable glamour. A-list stars, emerging talents, and international icons brought their fashion A-game to the Croisette, making headlines with every step. Whether classic black tie or avant-garde couture, these looks captured the magic and style of the world’s most glamorous f

From the creators of The Office comes The Paper, a new mockumentary series premiering September 2025 on Peacock. Set in a struggling local newsroom in Toledo, Ohio, the show follows a quirky team fighting to keep print journalism alive. With Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore leading a fresh ensemble—and a cameo from Oscar Nuñez—The Paper delivers deadpan humor, newsroom chaos, and heartfelt satire, all in a familiar documentary style.

Each May, the Cannes Film Festival turns the French Riviera into a catwalk of cinematic prestige and high fashion. But beyond the glitz lies a strict dress code. From mandatory tuxedos and heels on the red carpet to bans on flats, sheer outfits, and oversized gowns, Cannes enforces its fashion rules seriously. While some standards are relaxing, tradition still reigns. At Cannes, what you wear is part of the story—sometimes as much as the films themselves.

Julia Ducournau returned to Cannes with Alpha, earning a powerful 11.5-minute standing ovation. The mother-daughter thriller, starring Golshifteh Farahani and Emma Mackey, mixes surreal drama with body horror in a story about a mysterious infection. A real-life medical emergency briefly disrupted the screening, but the film continued. Ducournau, still celebrated for her Palme d’Or-winning Titane, was visibly emotional during the premiere, thanking the crowd with tears and a h

In Eagles of the Republic, Tarik Saleh concludes his Cairo trilogy with a gripping tale of coercion and control. Fares Fares plays George Fahmy, a beloved actor forced to star in a propaganda film about President El-Sisi. What starts as satire turns into a tense thriller as he faces threats, censorship, and betrayal. Mixing dark humor with sharp political critique, Saleh delivers a chilling look at life under authoritarian rule—where even fame offers no escape.

Final Destination: Bloodlines marks a chilling return for the franchise, blending classic thrills with fresh ideas. Released May 16, 2025, the sixth film follows college student Stefanie as she uncovers a family curse tied to death’s unbreakable design. With inventive, terrifying death scenes and a deeper mythology, directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein breathe new life into the series. Tony Todd returns as Bludworth, adding eerie continuity to this suspenseful and stylish r

Wes Anderson’s The Phoenician Scheme premiered at Cannes to mixed reviews, earning a 2.3 average on the Screen jury grid. Benicio Del Toro stars as Zsa-Zsa Korda, a shady billionaire pushing an absurd infrastructure plan in 1950s Europe. With lush visuals, a sprawling ensemble cast, and Anderson’s trademark style, the film drew comparisons to Elon Musk and Donald Trump. While critics were divided, many praised Del Toro’s performance and Anderson’s return to focused, character

Jennifer Lawrence electrified Cannes with Die, My Love, Lynne Ramsay’s haunting adaptation of Ariana Harwicz’s novel. The film, about a woman spiraling into psychosis, received a six-minute ovation and left audiences breathless with its raw intensity. Lawrence’s unflinching performance and Ramsay’s bold direction marked a powerful return to the Croisette. With Robert Pattinson, LaKeith Stanfield, and Sissy Spacek in tow, Die, My Love is now a major Palme d’Or contender.

Turning a book into a TV series requires more than just faithful retelling—it demands emotional truth and creative reinvention. Series like The Handmaid’s Tale, Normal People, and Sherlock succeed by honoring their source material while transforming it for the screen. Whether by expanding a dystopia, capturing unspoken intimacy, or reimagining a classic detective, these adaptations prove that the best ones don’t just follow the book—they translate its soul.

Cannes was electric as Bono received a 7-minute standing ovation for his Apple TV+ documentary Stories of Surrender, while Ari Aster’s star-packed political Western Eddington drew Angelina Jolie, Pedro Pascal, and Joaquin Phoenix to its bold premiere. Bono grew emotional as he thanked collaborators, while Eddington earned praise as a “modern American Western.” The two films offered striking contrasts—one intimate, one epic—yet both left lasting impressions at the festival.

The Cannes Film Festival has barred French actor Théo Navarro-Mussy from the red carpet premiere of Dossier 137 due to ongoing sexual assault allegations. Although his case was dropped for lack of evidence, the accusers plan to appeal. Festival director Thierry Frémaux confirmed the move, aligning Cannes with stricter industry standards post-#MeToo. Navarro-Mussy denies wrongdoing but says he understands the decision, while concern about industry abuse continues to mount.