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Perspective Films, a new documentary co-production initiative led by independent producer Jess Devaney, has unveiled its inaugural slate of films, Variety can report exclusively. The subjects of Perspective’s first five documentaries include the clash between federal immigration enforcement and the citizens of Minneapolis, the war in Gaza and the invention of C-SPAN. “Every story on […]
Since the turn of the century, Variety has scoped out the next generation of comedy stars through our annual 10 Comics to Watch franchise. The inaugural lineup in 2000 included future industry favorites Zach Galifianakis, Maria Bamford, Patton Oswalt and Louis C.K. And 15 years later, this magazine identified Nate Bargatze and Nikki Glaser as […]
Hamilton and Variety are pleased to announce the honorees and presenters for the 15th Annual Hamilton Behind the Camera Awards in partnership with Variety. The annual awards ceremony will be held on November 13 in Los Angeles, honoring behind-the-camera artisans who work tirelessly at their craft to make some of the best films in the […]
Variety’s “A Night in the Writers’ Room” returns for its annual “Awards Season Edition” on Nov. 11 in Los Angeles. This highly anticipated event will shine a spotlight on the fall awards season’s new and returning shows, featuring the talented storytellers who bring these captivating narratives to life across drama, limited and comedy series. The […]
Variety has announced that Olivia Rodrigo, KATSEYE, and SIENNA SPIRO will be honored at Variety’s 10th Annual Hitmakers Celebration in Los Angeles in December. Many more honorees will be announced in the coming days. Olivia Rodrigo will receive the Songwriter of the Year Award; KATSEYE will receive the Group of the Year Award; and SIENNA […]
“Criminal Minds: Evolution” will end with its upcoming 20th season on Paramount+, Variety has learned. The long-running procedural was originally revived for Season 16 at the streamer back in 2022. Season 19 aired between May and July earlier this year. Season 20 does not yet have a premiere date, but will air in 2027. “It’s […]
Variety is proud to announce the return of Doc Dreams NYC Live, its marquee event dedicated to honoring the art of documentary filmmaking, on Nov. 9 in New York City. Following a successful debut in 2024, Doc Dreams will once again bring together acclaimed filmmakers, storytellers and thought leaders for a day of conversations celebrating […]
Get used to seeing these faces this awards season. Variety’s 2026 10 Actors to Watch took the stage in Newport Beach, California, for a conversation about performance, craft and process on October 18. Variety moderated this conversation in partnership with Newport Beach Film Festival. The panel kicked off at the Balboa Bay Resort, highlighting this […]
Variety has amassed 62 nominations for the Los Angeles Press Club’s 19th annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards, including nods for Print Journalist of the Year for Chris Willman and Online Journalist of the Year for Ethan Shanfeld. In the criticism category, Owen Gleiberman was nominated for film critic (over 1,000 words) as well […]
Netflix has hired Steve Wilson to head its podcast expansion, Variety has confirmed. Wilson will lead the company’s podcast content acquisitions on a contract basis. Before heading to Netflix, Wilson spent 15 years at Apple, where he most recently headed marketing for Apple Podcasts and partnered with podcasters and networks. He left Apple in December […]
In partnership with Variety, U.S. Bank and Visa will host An Evening With Jessica Alba on Oc. 29 in Los Angeles. The intimate, invite-only event will celebrate the launch of U.S. Bank’s Business Essentials product suite, including two new credit cards in collaboration with Visa. A recently launched brand campaign features Alba as U.S. Bank’s […]
A musical based on Amy Winehouse is officially in development, Variety has exclusively learned. The project is in early days although legendary Broadway producer Catherine Schreiber, who has produced shows including “Cabaret,” “Rent” and the stage adaptation of “High School Musical,” is understood to be involved and casting is said to be underway. One source […]
Inspiration for a great storyline can come from anywhere — whether that be a classic work of literature or a great pop song. It’s become somewhat of a bit for “Blue Film” writer-director Elliott Tuttle to include a reference to Lana Del Rey’s music in his screenplays. He’d written three (as yet unproduced) screenplays before […]
Studiocanal’s genre label Sixth Dimension is in early development on a feature adaptation of the multiplayer horror game “The Headliners,” Variety can reveal exclusively. Released by Kafi Games in 2025 and developed by Lucas Bouyoux and Bruno Grégoire, “The Headliners” puts up to eight players in the roles of journalists who must capture photos of […]
Dan Lin has been dismissed as Netflix’s head of film after almost three years, multiple sources tell Variety. Even if expected, it’s a significant shoe to drop following a layoff bloodbath last week at the streamer. Roughly 1,000 employees got the chop, capped by the shock firing of chief content Bela Bajaria. Lin was let […]
In 2026, moviegoers came back to cinemas, packing theaters to see blockbusters like “The Odyssey,” “Project Hail Mary,” “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” “Toy Story 5,” “Michael” and “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” and low-budget films like “Backrooms” and “Obsession.” But all those movies needed skilled artisans to complete the directors’ visions, including those on Variety’s […]
Parker Posey will star in the upcoming horror movie “Sleepover” from Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Pictures, Variety can reveal exclusively. The film hits theaters on Oct. 8, 2027. “Insidious: Out of the Further” filmmaker Jacob Chase directs from a script he co-wrote with “Night Swim” screenwriter Bryce McGuire. “Sleepover” was adapted from McGuire’s original […]
A movie based on “Cyberpunk 2077,” the popular sci-fi, open-world RPG from CD Projekt Red, is in the works at Paramount, Variety has confirmed. “Transformers” producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura is attached to the project. CD Projekt Red, video game developer and the franchise rights holder, also serves as producer on the project. “Cyberpunk 2077,” which […]
Don’t doubt what you can see with your own eyes. The revival of physical media and the skyrocketing value of elaborate consumer experiences is very real and emerging as an antidote to fears that AI is changing everything. Top marketers and industry executives discussed these trends and other issues rocking the world of marketing and […]
The actor stars the cover of 'Variety' as part of the promotion of his new film, 'Animals', and has been honest about both professional and personal issues, including mentions to his two ex-women, Jennifer Garner and Jennifer Lopez
