According to Deadline, Netflix picked up the project after renewing its first-look deal with producer Berg and his studio. The upcoming film or series is based on a book described as a classic thriller in the vein of The Hunt for Red October and Ice Station Zebra, but a release date hasn’t been announced yet.
The classic film Rain Man has been available to watch for free on Tubi since January 1st. Directed by Barry Levinson, the movie stars Tom Cruise as Charlie, a self-centered businessman who learns about his father’s death and the existence of his brother, Raymond – a brilliant autistic savant. Raymond inherited a large fortune, which Charlie didn’t know about. Dustin Hoffman won an Oscar for his performance as Raymond.
The actors in Stranger Things include both well-established veterans and exciting new talents. Now that the show is ending, the best way to continue enjoying these performers is to watch their other work. These films and TV shows showcase the best of what the Stranger Things cast has to offer.
Jodie Foster recently told Variety that she didn’t hesitate to turn down the chance to play FBI Agent Clarice Starling again in the 2001 film Hannibal. She explained that after years of waiting for a new novel by the original author, Thomas Harris – a book he likely wrote very quickly – she wasn’t interested in continuing the role.
Russell Crowe delivers a standout performance in “Nuremberg,” arguably one of his strongest roles in recent years. He portrays Hermann Göring, the Nazi commander, during the historic 1946 Nuremberg trials. Crowe masterfully captures Göring’s complex personality, showcasing his charisma, arrogance, and intelligence. His nuanced portrayal and understanding of the character’s mind create some of the most compelling scenes seen on film last year.
Gwyneth Paltrow, who has starred in films ranging from comedies like Shallow Hal to massive hits like Avengers: Endgame, has voiced her frustrations with the way Marvel movies are made. Speaking on the Good Hand with Amy Poehler podcast, she explained that Marvel productions often involve a lot of waiting around, which differs significantly from her experiences on other films, even those with smaller budgets like Glee: The 3D Concert Movie.
DC Studios revealed a first look at the upcoming Supergirl movie, sharing a still image with USA Today. The photo shows Kara Zor-El in her classic costume aboard a spaceship, seemingly in the middle of a fight—her suit shows some battle damage.
Before the show became available on streaming platforms again, critics gave Season 2 of The Pitt high marks. As a big fan of the series from 2025, I wasn’t surprised to hear the positive response. Even better, it was renewed for a third season the night before the premiere.
Towards the end of 2024, David Zaslav, the head of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), revealed plans to divide the company into two. Shortly after, David Ellison, CEO of Paramount, offered to buy WBD completely, but Zaslav declined, sticking with the split. However, Ellison’s offer prompted Zaslav to consider offers from other companies, including Comcast (which owns NBCUniversal) and Netflix. Netflix quickly became the leading contender, but Ellison isn’t backing down. As the competition heats up before a WBD shareholder vote, major franchises like Harry Potter, the DC Universe, and Star Trek could be negatively affected.
HBO has renewed The Pitt for a third season, just one day before its release. The news was announced on January 7th at the DGA Theater in Los Angeles. The upcoming season will feature 15 new episodes, a move that goes against the typical streaming model.