Blumhouse has acquired the screen rights to the viral paranormal story of Deborah and Jessica Moffitt and forthcoming book manuscript, “Mr. Entity: The Moffitt Family Haunting,” Variety can exclusively reveal. The story of the Moffitt family took audiences by storm after Jessica published a 2022 article detailing their hauntings of a supernatural presence know as…
How to Watch the MLB Online
Major League Baseball’s Opening Day is officially here — with new rules and a revamped schedule. The 2023 regular season kicks off on Thursday, marking the first time in baseball history that the sport will be played against a clock which will likely shorten games and provide a more appealing pace for viewers. It will…
Bill Pohlad’s ‘Dreamin’ Wild’ Sells to Roadside Attractions, Plans Summer Release
Roadside Attractions has acquired North American rights to “Dreamin’ Wild,” a drama about the rediscovery of singer and songwriter Donnie Emerson after years spent in obscurity. The film, which was directed by Bill Pohlad, a filmmaker who unearthed gold from another music industry saga with his 2014 Brian Wilson film “Love & Mercy,” premiered at Venice. “Dreamin’…
Judge launches 2023’s first homer in opening AB
Aaron Judge rang in Opening Day the same way he marked many games last season: with a home run.
Mets putting Verlander on IL with muscle strain
The Mets are placing co-ace Justin Verlander on the injured list because of a low-grade teres major strain, the team announced Thursday.
Drag Race Universe FAST Channel Launches on Amazon Freevee – Global Bulletin
STREAMING Blue Ant Media and World of Wonder have launch free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channel Drag Race Universe on Amazon Freevee in the U.S. Programming launch highlights on the Drag Race Universe channel include: “Canada’s Drag Race” seasons 2 and 3 (19 x 60’), “RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K. vs The World” (6 x 60’), “RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.”…
Meghan Markle, Christina Applegate Among 2023 Gracie Winners From Alliance for Women in Media Foundation
The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has announced the winners of its 48th Annual Gracie Awards, an event that recognizes women-centered achievements and programming in media and entertainment. A gala honoring Gracie winners will be held on May 23 at the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles. Local and student winners will be…
Emmy Predictions: Limited or Anthology Series – Elizabeth Olsen and Evan Peters Headline Two Possible Frontrunners for HBO and Netflix
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences…
‘The Minister’ Producer Sagafilm Nordic to Make ‘President Salka,’ About Influencer Who Becomes Iceland’s President (EXCLUSIVE)
Sagafilm Nordic, the Icelandic banner behind Cineflix’s hit show “The Minister,” is set to produce another politics-themed series, “President Salka.” The six-episode comedy series is penned by Jóhann Ævar Grímsson, the talent behind the critically acclaimed series “Stella Blómkvist.” It has been commissioned by leading Icelandic streamer Siminn, and is expected to go into production…
From Taylor Swift to The Rock, These Celebrity Children’s Book Biographies Are All Topping Bestseller Lists
You can never be too young to be a Swiftie. Young Taylor Swift fans can now learn more about the pop star through a children’s book biography, already topping bestseller lists ahead of its May release. The 24-page picture book, written by the self-professed “Swiftie” Wendy Loggia, tracks the singer’s beginnings in Nashville through her…