As the Hollywood union strikes have dragged on, key characters have taken turns in the spotlight.There is Fran Drescher, the comedic actress who, with surprising ferocity, has rallied the actors’ […]
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Back to news homeWarner Bros. Discovery to Add CNN Channel to Max Streaming Service
CNN is moving a step closer to its digital future.The cable news network will start a 24-hour streaming channel on Max beginning on Sept. 27, Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent […]
Hollywood Studios Disclose Their Offer on Day 113 of Writers Strike
In an apparent attempt to break a labor stalemate that has helped bring nearly all of Hollywood production to a standstill, the major entertainment studios took the unusual step on […]
Can’t Hear the Dialogue in Your Streaming Show? You’re Not Alone.
“What did he just say?”Those are some of the most commonly uttered words in my home. No matter how much my wife and I crank up the TV volume, the […]
CNN Overhauls Programming Lineup, Aiming to Lift Ratings
CNN, which has battled sagging ratings this year, on Monday unveiled a substantial remaking of its morning and evening programming.The sweeping overhaul is part of an attempt by CNN’s new […]
As Hollywood Strikes Roll On, Viewers Catch Up With a TV Glut
With Hollywood’s labor disputes grinding on, and virtually all production stopped, anxiety began creeping into Zain Habboo’s house in Chevy Chase, Md.She and her husband had recently finished the latest […]
Confusion in Hollywood as Some Productions Are Allowed to Continue
When you’re making an independent film every second counts. Ash Avildsen had six days of filming left on his low-budget biopic “Queen of the Ring” — including a climactic scene […]
How ESPN Went From Disney’s Financial Engine to Its Problem
ESPN has been Disney’s financial engine for nearly 30 years, powering the company through recessions, box office wipeouts and the pandemic. It was ESPN money that helped Disney pay for […]
To Keep TV Shows Afloat, Some Networks Are Cutting Actors’ Pay
Starring on the CBS sitcom “Bob Hearts Abishola” has been good for Bayo Akinfemi. Being a regular cast member for four years has given him financial security and made him […]
Hollywood Strike Leaves Influencers Sidelined and Confused
Deanna Giulietti is not in the actors’ union, but she turned down $28,000 last week because of its strike.Ms. Giulietti, a 29-year-old content creator with 1.8 million TikTok followers, had […]