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Jimmy Kimmel Said to Be Returning as Oscars Host
It will be the late-night comedian’s fourth time as M.C. of the awards ceremony, which won back some viewers last year.
Marvel Flounders at the Box Office With ‘The Marvels’
“The Marvels” cost about $300 million to make and market and arrived to $47 million in domestic sales.
A Mixed Mood as Hollywood Strikes Finally End
Celebratory feelings are competing with resentment over the work stoppage and worries about the business era that is coming.
Disney Says It Will Take Full Control of Hulu
The company will pay at least $8.61 billion to Comcast, which owned a 33 percent stake of the popular streaming service.
Studios Said to See Progress in Talks With Striking Actors
The entertainment companies are growing optimistic that the work stoppage may end soon, though some issues remain unresolved, people briefed on the matter said.
‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ Is Surprise Box Office Hit
“Five Nights at Freddy’s,” which sold an estimated $78 million in tickets at North American theaters, reinforced moviegoers’ desire for something other than a sequel.
One Question for Taylor Swift’s Eras Concert Film: How Big Will It Be?
The pop star’s concert film, arriving in theaters on Friday, is expected to break box office records. “The fever and scale is unprecedented,” one analyst...
‘Elemental’ Morphs From Flop to Hit, Raising Questions Along the Way
The Pixar film struggled at the box office initially. It has now made $500 million, but not before prompting the studio to re-examine its release...
Hollywood Actors and Studios, Resuming Talks, Plan to Meet Again Wednesday
The session on Monday was the first in more than two months and included top industry executives.
TV and Movie Writers to Begin Returning to Work on Wednesday
The leadership of the Writers Guild of America voted to end a 148-day strike. Members will start voting on the deal’s ratification next week.