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Lights, Camera, Layoffs: Hollywood Braces for a Massive Industry Contraction
FILM
Lights, Camera, Layoffs: Hollywood Braces for a Massive Industry Contraction
Production days in L.A. drop by 33% as Paramount Global, Disney, and Warner Bros. Discovery slash thousands of jobs to offset streaming losses.
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Game Over for Linear? Streaming Sports Hits Global Parity with Traditional TV
BUSINESS
Game Over for Linear? Streaming Sports Hits Global Parity with Traditional TV
A new report from Altman Solon reveals that streaming has officially caught up to traditional TV in the global sports market, with Spain and Italy leading the digital charge.
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HBO Max’s ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Family Guy’ Spinoff Win Big in California’s $871M Tax Credit Boost
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HBO Max’s ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Family Guy’ Spinoff Win Big in California’s $871M Tax Credit Boost
The California Film Commission grants major incentives to 16 productions, marking the first time animation and reality TV join the program to fuel $1.3 billion in growth.
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Valerie Cherish is Back! Lisa Kudrow’s 'The Comeback' Returns for Final Season
TV
Valerie Cherish is Back! Lisa Kudrow’s 'The Comeback' Returns for Final Season
HBO sets a March 22, 2026, premiere for the third and final chapter of the cult-favorite series, where Valerie faces an AI-scripted Hollywood.
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Newark’s New Media High School to Launch Amid New Jersey’s $833M Film Boom
FILM
Newark’s New Media High School to Launch Amid New Jersey’s $833M Film Boom
Opening in September 2026, the specialized school will train students for careers at major nearby hubs like Lionsgate Studios Newark and Netflix.
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Commercials Are Back: Ad-Supported Plans to Drive All Streaming Growth by 2026
BUSINESS
Commercials Are Back: Ad-Supported Plans to Drive All Streaming Growth by 2026
New data shows Netflix, Disney+, and Max will rely entirely on ad-supported tiers for U.S. expansion as premium subscription prices continue to climb.
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‘The Madison’ Premiere Shock: Kurt Russell Twist Stuns Paramount+ Viewers
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‘The Madison’ Premiere Shock: Kurt Russell Twist Stuns Paramount+ Viewers
Michelle Pfeiffer leads Taylor Sheridan's emotional new drama, which debuted its first three episodes on March 14 with a major character death.
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Hollywood's Cold Front: Production Plummets as Studios Slash Jobs
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Hollywood's Cold Front: Production Plummets as Studios Slash Jobs
From Disney layoffs to an $800 million spending drop in Georgia, the industry faces an "existential" crunch following the 2023 strikes.
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Hollywood’s 'Unhappy Ending': Why Production Is Plummeting in 2024
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Hollywood’s 'Unhappy Ending': Why Production Is Plummeting in 2024
Major studios like Disney and Paramount face a stark new reality of job cuts, streaming losses, and a shift toward international tax havens.
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“One Piece” and “Zootopia 2” Lead This Weekend’s Massive Streaming Lineup
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“One Piece” and “Zootopia 2” Lead This Weekend’s Massive Streaming Lineup
Netflix debuts the next chapter of its live-action hit while “Zootopia 2” lands on Disney+ and Nicole Kidman stars in Prime Video’s “Scarpetta.”
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Nicole Kidman Brings Dr. Kay Scarpetta to Life in Prime Video’s Tense New Thriller
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Nicole Kidman Brings Dr. Kay Scarpetta to Life in Prime Video’s Tense New Thriller
The eight-episode series 'Scarpetta' debuted March 11, adapting Patricia Cornwell’s bestsellers with a star-studded cast including Jamie Lee Curtis and Bobby Cannavale.
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Reggie Dinkins Smashes Records: Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe Hit 13M Viewers
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Reggie Dinkins Smashes Records: Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe Hit 13M Viewers
NBC's "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins" doubles its audience since its January premiere, becoming a massive multi-platform hit for the network and Peacock.
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Maren Morris Slams 'Cornball' Donald Trump in Fiery Viral TikTok
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Maren Morris Slams 'Cornball' Donald Trump in Fiery Viral TikTok
The country star declares she has 'no forgiveness' for Trump voters in a blistering social media post that addresses the personal costs of her activism.
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Aloha, Hollywood! Hawaii Sees Massive Film Boom with 'Jumanji 3' and Jason Momoa
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Aloha, Hollywood! Hawaii Sees Massive Film Boom with 'Jumanji 3' and Jason Momoa
Sony’s next 'Jumanji' sequel and Netflix’s 'Protecting Jared' lead a surge of major productions pumping millions into the Hawaiian economy.
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BUSINESS
Streaming's $100 Billion Reset: Netflix and Amazon Pivot to Licensed Hits and Live Sports
Global streaming spend is projected to hit $100 billion in 2026 as platforms shift their focus from expensive originals to licensed blockbusters and live events.
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Netflix, Disney, and Max Trade Rivalry for Bundles: The New Era of Streaming Profits
BUSINESS
Netflix, Disney, and Max Trade Rivalry for Bundles: The New Era of Streaming Profits
Major players like Warner Bros. Discovery and Comcast are ditching solo growth to prioritize profitability through strategic partnerships and industry consolidation.
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Streaming’s $76 Billion Pivot: Why Live Sports Are the New Must-Have for Netflix and Amazon
BUSINESS
Streaming’s $76 Billion Pivot: Why Live Sports Are the New Must-Have for Netflix and Amazon
Major platforms are ditching the "growth at all costs" model to prioritize profitability through massive investments in premium sports rights like the NBA and NFL.
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The Price is Zero: Tubi and Pluto TV Explode as Subscription Fatigue Hits Peak
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The Price is Zero: Tubi and Pluto TV Explode as Subscription Fatigue Hits Peak
Fox Corporation's Tubi and Paramount's Pluto TV are doubling down on content libraries this March as viewers flee rising monthly costs from major paid streamers.
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"Profit Over People": Why Netflix and Disney Are Done Chasing Subscribers
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"Profit Over People": Why Netflix and Disney Are Done Chasing Subscribers
As the era of cheap streaming ends, giants like Netflix and Disney+ are prioritizing ad tiers and bundles to hit billion-dollar profit targets.
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Streaming Wars Over: Antenna Report Signals New Profit-Focused Era for 2025
BUSINESS
Streaming Wars Over: Antenna Report Signals New Profit-Focused Era for 2025
A Q1 2026 report from Antenna declares the 'Streaming Wars' concluded in 2025, as the market transitions from hypergrowth to a mature phase prioritizing profitability, subscriber retention, and
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