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- 1Disney+ updates terms to allow ads on all plans●Disney+: New user agreement allows ads before movies in all subscriptions
Disney+ has updated its user agreement so that all subscription tiers, including ad-free plans, may now include advertising before movies. The change means subscribers who pay for premium, ad-free access could still see promotional content. Consumer rights advocates are flagging the move as a rollback of what customers believed they were paying for, and it is drawing criticism online.
- 2Social Platforms Reject Paid Ads for Alex Gibney's Musk Documentary▼The Major Social Media Platforms Are All Rejecting Paid Ads for Alex Gibney’s ‘Musk’ (Exclusive)
Distributor Bleecker Street says YouTube, TikTok and Meta have all refused to run paid ads for Alex Gibney's documentary 'Musk', out October 9, citing the trailer as political content. X has reportedly not even responded to the distributor's inquiries. Bleecker Street is appealing the rejections, raising fresh concerns about how platforms handle advertising for films about tech figures.
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Filmmaker Jon Watts has been set to direct the next Star Wars movie, according to Variety. Watts is known for directing the recent Spider-Man films starring Tom Holland, and his move to the Star Wars franchise marks a major step into another of Disney's flagship series. Details of the film's plot and release date have not yet been announced.
- 4Israeli Americans Protest 'NAZA' New York Premiere With Oct. 7 Footage▼Israeli Americans Protest Outside ‘NAZA’ New York Premiere by Screening Oct. 7 Attacks Footage
Israeli American protesters gathered outside the New York premiere of the film 'NAZA', screening footage of the October 7 attacks. The demonstration highlights ongoing tensions around how the Hamas-led assault and the Gaza war are portrayed in film and public discourse. The premiere became a flashpoint as organizers sought to confront audiences with imagery of the attacks, drawing attention to the deep divisions over narrative and memory surrounding the conflict.
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Lucasfilm has tapped Jon Watts to direct its next Star Wars movie. Watts is best known for helming Marvel's Spider-Man trilogy starring Tom Holland. Details on the film's plot and release timing have not been announced, and the news was reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
- 6Star Wars Eyes Jon Watts for Next Skywalker Saga Film▼‘Star Wars’ Wants Jon Watts to Direct the Next Skywalker Saga Movie
Lucasfilm is reportedly seeking Jon Watts to direct the next installment of the Star Wars Skywalker saga. Watts, known for directing the recent Spider-Man films for Marvel, has been a frequently mentioned name in Star Wars development circles. The report suggests the studio is moving forward with plans for a new chapter in the main saga, though no official deal or project details have been confirmed.
- 7Netflix announces more Sesame Street seasons and a movie●Netflix Sticking Around Sesame Street, Announces More Seasons, Movie
Netflix has announced it will produce additional seasons of Sesame Street along with a new Sesame Street movie, extending its commitment to the long-running children's franchise. The news is being picked up by entertainment outlets, with fans reacting to the streaming service's expanded role in the future of the iconic series.
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Director Jon Watts has been announced as attached to a Star Wars project, according to reports making the rounds. Watts is best known for directing Marvel's Spider-Man films starring Tom Holland, so fans are discussing what his style could bring to a galaxy far, far away. Reaction online has been largely curious and excited, with many noting the continued overlap between Marvel and Star Wars talent under Disney. Details about the project's story and release remain unknown.
- 9Robin Williams' Daughter Condemns AI Videos of Late Actor●Robin Williams' Daughter to Fans Creating AI Videos: 'Have Some Shame'
Zelda Williams, daughter of the late actor Robin Williams, has publicly condemned fans who create AI-generated videos depicting her father, telling them to 'have some shame.' Her comments reignite debate over the ethics of digitally resurrecting deceased performers and the use of AI to recreate celebrities' likenesses without consent, a growing concern for the Williams estate and the entertainment industry at large.
- 10First Avatar Film's Profits Outstrip Next Two Combined●Profits Of The First ‘Avatar’ Movie Exceeded Profits Of The Second And Third Combined
Forbes reports that the original 2009 'Avatar' earned more in profits than 'Avatar: The Way of Water' and the upcoming third instalment combined. The claim highlights how the first film's massive box office success on a relatively modest budget remains unmatched within the franchise, even as the sequels generated substantial but smaller relative returns.
- 11'Avengers: Endgame' Tops Crowded Weekend Box Office▼Box Office: 'Avengers Endgame' Leads Weekend Where Three Films Eye $20M+ Each
Marvel's 'Avengers: Endgame' is leading a competitive weekend at the North American box office in which three films are each projected to gross more than $20 million, according to Deadline. The crowded field highlights strong theatrical attendance, with Endgame maintaining its dominance even as new releases draw significant audiences.
- 12New documentary questions whether Chris Hansen was the real predator▼‘Primetime’ asks whether Chris Hansen is the predator. He’s sure of his answer.
A new 'Primetime' documentary examines Chris Hansen, the former host of 'To Catch a Predator', and turns the question of predatory behavior back on him. The film explores his conduct during and after the sting operation series, while Hansen firmly rejects any suggestion of wrongdoing and insists he has a clear answer to the accusation. The project is renewing scrutiny of the show's tactics and its legacy.
- 13Robert Pattinson Doubts His Batman Fits James Gunn's DCU●Robert Pattinson Says It Would Be “Tough” for His Batman to Interact With Other Characters in James Gunn’s DCU
Robert Pattinson says it would be "tough" for his version of Batman to interact with other characters in James Gunn's DC Universe. The comment fuels ongoing questions about how Matt Reeves' darker, standalone Batman films relate to Gunn's broader interconnected DC slate. Fans are debating whether Pattinson's Dark Knight could ever cross over with the wider franchise.
- 14Adam Driver's R-Rated Chris Rock Movie Unveils First Trailer●Adam Driver's New R-Rated Chris Rock Movie Officially Debuts First Trailer
The first official trailer has debuted for the new R-rated film starring Adam Driver and featuring Chris Rock. The trailer's release marks the first public look at the project, drawing attention from film fans ahead of its eventual release. Further details on the plot and release date were not included in the initial announcement.
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The latest weekend box office figures are out, showing which new releases and holdovers drew moviegoers over the past few days. Commenters online are comparing performances, weighing which titles over- or under-performed, and debating what the numbers signal for upcoming releases and the wider theatrical market.
- 16Anna Kendrick to Direct 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo' Adaptation▼Anna Kendrick Is “Over the Moon” About Directing ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’
Anna Kendrick says she is "over the moon" about directing the film adaptation of 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.' According to The Hollywood Reporter, the actress is stepping behind the camera for the project, marking a significant directing role for her. Fans of the bestselling novel have long awaited news on the adaptation, and the confirmation of Kendrick's involvement has drawn attention across entertainment media.
- 17Netflix's New Movie Hits 99% Audience Score On Rotten Tomatoes▼Netflix’s Best New Movie Has A 99% Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score
A new film on Netflix has earned a 99% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, with Forbes calling it the streaming service's best new movie. The near-perfect viewer rating has drawn attention as a rare standout, and subscribers are being urged to watch it before it leaves the platform's rotation.
- 18Jon Watts Reportedly Set To Direct Next Star Wars Film▼Star Wars: Jon Watts Reported To Direct Next Movie – And It Could Be Episode X
Reports say Jon Watts, known for directing the Spider-Man films, is in line to direct the next Star Wars movie, which could be Episode X in the main saga. The news is fueling speculation about where the franchise will go after the Skywalker storyline and when the new chapter will reach cinemas. Fans and film outlets are debating the choice and what it signals for Lucasfilm's plans.
- 19Mike Leigh's 'Tender Loving Care' Debuts at NYFF 2026●NYFF 2026 Review: ‘Tender Loving Care,’ Mike Leigh’s Last Thing
Mike Leigh's new film 'Tender Loving Care' screened at the New York Film Festival 2026, where early reviews describe it as the British director's latest and possibly final work. Critics are responding to what is being framed as a valedictory film from the veteran filmmaker, known for a career spanning decades of character-driven British drama.
- 20Columnist defends pepper-spraying of phone-using moviegoer▼Column: A movie theater patron was pepper-sprayed for being on his phone? I get it.
A Los Angeles Times columnist weighs in on an incident in which a movie theater patron was reportedly pepper-sprayed for using his phone during a film. Rather than condemning the attack outright, the writer argues he understands the frustration behind it, tapping into widespread irritation with disruptive phone use in cinemas. The provocative take is drawing attention for its blunt framing of cinema etiquette disputes.
- 21Stallone says 'Rhinestone' is his favorite film after 'Rocky'▼Sylvester Stallone Calls ‘Rhinestone’ His Favorite Movie After ‘Rocky’ and Wants It Back on Streaming
Sylvester Stallone has named the 1984 comedy 'Rhinestone', in which he starred alongside Dolly Parton, his favorite movie after 'Rocky', and urged that it be made available on streaming services again. The film was panned by critics and flopped at the box office on release, making his affectionate reappraisal a surprise to many fans.
- 22Sequel to Acclaimed Godzilla Film Earns Rave Reviews●Sequel to Best-Ever 'Godzilla' Movie Gets Spectacular Marks from Critics
A sequel to what is widely called the best Godzilla movie is drawing spectacular marks from critics, according to early coverage. Reviewers are praising the follow-up to the record-breaking kaiju hit as it arrives in theaters, with reactions described as overwhelmingly positive in early aggregation. Fans of the franchise are closely watching how the sequel performs following its predecessor's acclaim.
- 23Fans flock to Northern California grocery store from Oscar-winning film▼Fans are swarming the NorCal grocery store where an Oscar-winning movie was filmed
A grocery store in Northern California that served as a filming location for an Oscar-winning movie has become an unexpected tourist attraction, with fans visiting to see the spot in person. Outlets in the region are covering the influx of movie buffs, noting the store has leaned into its Hollywood connection as visitors stop by to take photos.
- 24Spider-Man: Brand New Day passes $950 million worldwide●‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Just Crossed $950 Million, and No Movie in a Decade Has Sold This Many Tickets
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has crossed $950 million at the global box office, and reports claim no film in the past decade has sold as many tickets. The Marvel and Sony blockbuster is being described as one of the biggest theatrical draws in years, sparking wide discussion about its audience reach and what its performance means for the superhero genre's box-office recovery.
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Italian media are highlighting the story of Carlo Acutis, the young Catholic known as the 'millennial saint', as his life reaches audiences on television and in cinema. Coverage recalls his death in hospital and the message he left, with commentators calling his example striking and, in a sense, unfashionable today. Interest centers on how a teenager who died in 2006 became a saint and why his story resonates now.
- 26Madden Movie Trailer Shows Unrecognizable Nicolas Cage and Christian Bale●'Madden' Movie’s First Trailer Reveals Barely Recognizable Nic Cage and Christian Bale
The first trailer for the Madden movie has been released, showing heavily transformed Nicolas Cage and Christian Bale in the lead roles. Cage reportedly plays John Madden, the legendary NFL coach and broadcaster, while Bale also appears in a strikingly altered look. The dramatic makeup and casting choices are drawing reactions from film and sports fans online.
- 27Vampire Classic Tops Peacock's Most-Watched Movies This Week●A Vampire Classic Is the Most-Watched Movie of the Week on Peacock
Peacock's most-watched movie of the week is a vampire classic, according to the streaming service's weekly rankings. The result highlights how older genre titles continue to draw large audiences on streaming platforms, often outperforming newer releases. No further details about the film or its viewership figures have been reported.
- 28AMC Popcorn 'Butter' Isn't Actually Butter, Viral Post Reveals●Movie Theater ‘Butter’ Isn’t Butter: AMC Popcorn Post Goes Viral
A viral post is drawing attention to the fact that the golden 'butter' topping poured over popcorn at AMC movie theaters is not actually butter. The topping is typically a flavored oil blend rather than real dairy, a detail that has long appeared on theater ingredient lists but is surprising many moviegoers now seeing it circulated widely online, prompting discussion about theater snack labeling.
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A film about Ted Kaczynski, the Unabomber, is drawing attention to his time at Harvard, where as a teenager he took part in a psychological study led by professor Henry A. Murray. Coverage examines what happened to Murray afterwards and the ethics of the experiment, which involved prolonged stress sessions, and how it may have shaped Kaczynski's later life.
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The director of Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 has confirmed the film will mark the end of the Hindi franchise, noting it will not follow the same path as the Mohanlal-starrer Malayalam version. The announcement has drawn strong interest in India, where the Drishyam series is among the most popular thriller franchises in recent Hindi cinema.
- 312010s Horror Hit Confirms Trilogy, a Decade Later●10 Years Later, The Most Relentless Horror Movie of 2010s Officially Confirms Trilogy
One of the most talked-about horror films of the 2010s has officially confirmed that its story will continue as a full trilogy, ten years after its original release. The announcement has reignited discussion among horror fans about the film's legacy and what new instalments might bring.