‘House of the Dragon’ Hits Season 2 Viewership High With Finale’s Nearly 9 Million Viewers, But Down From Season 1 Ender

Two youths have been arrested after a young boy was robbed at knifepoint at a skatepark in Irlam on Sunday (September 1).

TELLURIDE- The third of three celebrated August Wilson plays to make it to the big screen over the past decade, “The Piano Lesson” is one that many would expect might be the most difficult to adapt. Luckily, Denzel Washington, who appeared in, directed, or produced “Fences” and “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” could turn to members of his own family to assist in this endeavor.

“Deadpool & Wolverine,” one of the defining movies of the summer, ruled the box office on a weekend with quiet openings and low theater attendance as the summer movie season came to an anticlimactic close.For the second weekend in a row, “Deadpool & Wolverine,” Marvel’s smash hit that has shattered records and become the best-selling R-rated movie of all time, topped the charts, with other holdovers from the summer following behind.After six weeks in theaters, the film made $15.2 million domestically Friday through Sunday, and it’s expected to cross the domestic $600 million mark following Monday’s Labor Day holiday.The Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman superhero flick will be one of only 16 titles to hit that milestone.“Reagan,” a biopic starring Dennis Quaid as the 40th US president, was the only new release competitive with holdover films that opened earlier this summer.Exceeding projections, the first full-length film about President Ronald Reagan earned $7.4 million over the three-day weekend, with an estimated cumulative total of $9.2 million including projections for Monday.Audiences have reacted to the movie positively, giving it an A CinemaScore and a 98% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.Critics have been less receptive, giving it a 19% rating and deeming it rotten on the popular ratings site. It ranked No.

Channel 5 aired a new episode of 22 Kids and Counting on Sunday evening, which left fans surprised with a change in format.

A yellow weather alert for thunderstorms has been extended across Greater Manchester until Monday evening (September 2).

A Margherita pizza is a classic for a reason: you mix cheese and tomato atop a well-baked base with a handful of fresh basil leaves, and it works. The same goes for action movies.

Brady Corbet’s 215-minute post-WWII epic The Brutalist had its world premiere here at the Venice Film Festival this afternoon with the starry drama receiving a 13-minute, five-second ovation from the Sala Grande audience.

Former Manchester United captains Roy Keane and Gary Neville were drawn into a heated argument over the full-backs' positions in possession following the heavy 3-0 loss to Liverpool.

A lottery-winning pensioner has said he has been left relying on food banks to eat - as he is still waiting for his winnings to be paid into his bank account.

Owen Gleiberman Chief Film Critic The movie-stars-are-over era has been overstated. If audiences are now drawn to movies not for stars but for franchise concepts, I’m not sure how to fit the career of Timothée Chalamet into that; Emma Stone and Zendaya would also like a word. That said, when you watch George Clooney and Brad Pitt in “Wolfs,” a clever, airy, winningly light-fingered and debonair action comedy about two rival fixers who have to learn to work together, you’d be forgiven for describing the sensation you feel as movie-star nostalgia.

Israel’s largest trade union has called a general strike on Monday following the deaths of six hostages in the Gaza Strip. The Israel Defence Forces said the bodies of Carmel Gat, 40, Eden Yerushalmi, 24, Hersh Goldberg-Polin, 23, Alexander Lobanov, 33, Almog Sarusi, 27, and Ori Danino, 25, were found and recovered on Saturday.

Giovanni Pernice appeared carefree this week as he lapped up the Sicily sun, sharing a series of snaps to Instagram where he was shirtless on a yacht - beaming with a glass of wine in his hand. And while the former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer seems to be taking some time out, his break comes amid reports that the BBC has spent over £250,000 on the investigation into Amanda Abbington's misconduct claims against him.The Sherlock actress has accused Giovanni of bullying her during rehearsals and claimed he was “abusive, cruel and mean” - claims he vehemently denies.

Brad Pitt and George Clooney took their partners out on an A-list double date in Venice, Italy on Saturday night. And it showed off their HUGE star power!

when fall fashion trend reports make and cozy coats look so appealing? Selena Gomez seems to be facing the same conundrum on August 31. was in town for the Telluride Film Festival, where the 32-year-old actor is promoting her new movie, Emilia Pérez.

Set Decorators Society of America, died from pancreatic cancer on Aug. 28 at her Los Angeles home. She was 70.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Live from Telluride, Sony Pictures’ biographical dramedy “Saturday Night” has officially entered the Oscar race thanks to its superb ensemble, sizzling script, and expert craftsmanship. The film drew significant attention at the festival, where nearly 300 people were turned away, and the first attendees arrived as early as 2:30 p.m. for the 7:15 p.m.

Charli XCX has been cast in upcoming film I Want Your Sex, directed by Gregg Araki in his first feature film in over a decade.The ‘Brat’ pop star was added to the film’s main cast alongside Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman (Licorice Pizza), per Variety last Friday (August 30).While Charli’s role has yet to be disclosed, the film’s synopsis has been revealed. “How far is too far? When fresh-faced Elliot (Hoffman) lands an exciting job for renowned artist, icon and provocateur Erika Tracy (Wilde), his fantasies come true as Erika taps him to become her sexual muse,” it reads.“But Elliot soon finds himself out of his depth as Erika takes him on a journey more profound than he ever could have imagined, into a world of sex, obsession, power, betrayal and murder.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Movie stars, Oscar winners and some of the best films of 2024 are making their way to streaming platforms this month as the fall movie season kicks off. For instance, two buzzy A24 films are set to make Max a go-to destination for cinephiles in September. Alex Garland’s “Civil War,” which dominated headlines in the spring, premieres Sept.

Lucy Fallon was reduced to tears this week in a heartwarming gender reveal moment as she and her partner Ryan Lesden learned they were expecting a baby girl. The actress, 28, famed for playing Bethany Platt on the cobbled streets of Coronation Street, last month excitedly let slip that baby number two was on the horizon with beau Ryan Ledson, 27, who is already dad to their little boy Sonny Jude, one. And taking to Instagram over the weekend, Lucy shared an emotional video with her followers showing the couple waiting to find out the gender of their new arrival as they peered at the phone screen.

Faithless have released an emotional new single ‘I’m Not Alone (Rest Well Maxwell)’, a tribute to former member Maxi Jazz, who passed away in 2022.The new track, released Friday (August 30) via ADA, coincides with the 26th anniversary of the group’s worldwide dance hit ‘God Is A DJ,’ which was featured on their second studio album, 1998’s ‘Sunday 8PM’.Featuring vocals from longtime Leeds-based collaborator LSK, the track is described as “a paen to some of the greats who have passed”, including their iconic frontman Jazz.“We can’t wait to play this one live for you,” Faithless write in an Instagram post.Earlier this summer, Faithless released another new single titled ‘Find A Way,’ featuring Suli Breaks, which will also appear on their upcoming eighth album, ‘Champion Sound’.Back in April, the group hinted that new music was on the way via their social media accounts. “As many of you have noticed, we’re back…Some shows have already been announced but we couldn’t start the summer without a little personal note.

“Yes, staying overnight,” the message read alongside a photo of her legs in a hospital bed. That was the last time Rhian Griffiths ever spoke to her family.

Inventing Anna subject Anna Sorokin is reportedly set to join the latest season of Dancing With The Stars.An exclusive report by Page Six states that Sorokin, also known as Anna Delvey, has signed up for season 33 of the popular competition show.Sorokin was jailed in 2019 after being convicted of attempted grand larceny, larceny in the second degree, and theft of services. Her con involved posing as a wealthy German socialite, ultimately stealing more than US$250,000 from businesses and individuals.Her escapades became the foundation for a New York story by writer Jessica Pressler – it was since adapted into Netflix‘s 2022 limited series Inventing Anna, starring Julia Garner in the lead role.In 2022, Sorokin was granted bail and released from jail, continuing her sentence under house arrest.

When we catch up with Amy Childs, she’s got her hands full. A busy mum to four children – Polly, seven, Ritchie, six, and 17-month-old twins Milly and Billy – her sprawling BIllericay mansion is never quiet, but still she finds time for a catch up over a cuppa with us. While a friend looks after her little ones, and with Polly and Ritchie both at school, we sit down with the 34-year-old to chat all things The Only Way Is Essex.The last series ended with an almighty fallout between Amy’s cousin Harry Derbidge and longtime friend Ella Rae Wise at his 30th birthday party.

Vinyl collecting is a popular pastime for many music lovers. And for some fans, they’re willing to dish out thousands and thousands of dollars.

Philippe Clement warned everyone when he was appointed Rangers boss that he wasn't "Harry Potter" and couldn't wave a magic wand to fix all the team's problems.

would succeed as the face of the iconic perfume—and where better to hold her coronation than the Palace of Versailles? On September 1, unveiled Rihanna's first campaign film, directed by Steven Klein and set to the Anti track “Love on the Brain.” According to a press release, the ad tells the story of “a metamorphosis and a coronation, a fusional encounter between a pop idol and a legendary perfume.”Throughout J'adore, The Film, Rihanna transforms into the human embodiment of J'Adore's golden perfume bottle, stripping off her gorgeous black coat, gloves, and Lady Dior handbag for a regal sequins corset dress and stacked pearl choker necklace, both designed by creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri. And while every queen must have their cape, Rihanna's sheer golden robe gets left behind on the floor of the Hall of Mirrors.“Among the golden hues of Versailles, she is a queen who resists all classification, the radiant incarnation of triumphant femininity,” the press statement continues.

Lorraine Kelly is celebrating becoming a grandmother for the first time as her daughter Rosie and her fiancé Steve White have welcomed a beautiful baby girl named Billie Kelly Smith. Alongside a picture of the new arrival's hand clutching onto her mum's finger, Lorraine shared her pride and joy to have welcomed the little one to the family. She wrote: "I have been BURSTING to share this wonderful news with you! Baby Billie is an angel and I’m so proud of @rosiekellysmith and @stevewhite94 who will be the best parents.

Netflix has made some major TV show announcements this year…and we’re highlighting the most upsetting ones so far.

Walter Salles‘ I’m Still Here, the first narrative feature from the acclaimed Brazilian filmmaker in 12 years, traveled to the Lido’s Sala Grande this evening. Following the world premiere screening, the Venice Film Festival competition drama was welcomed with a 10-minute, 20-second ovation.

Roger O’Donnell is opening up about his battle with Lymphoma one year later.

Wolfs is an interesting reminder of the route writer-director Jon Watts might have taken if he hadn’t fallen into the Spiderverse, being an amplified version of his 2015 Sundance debut Cop Car. That film starred two unknown kids in a kind-hearted crime caper reminiscent of Spielberg in his Sugarland Express days; this one leans into After Hours-period Scorsese, and stars two of the most famous people in the world. Though they have a lot of fun with it, the familiarity of the two graying matinee idols as they bicker and snark through an effortless but also slightly weightless genre romp leaves one with the sneaking suspicion that, at times, they might be having a bit more fun than we are.

As the title might suggest, Walter Salles’ first dramatic feature in 12 years is ultimately a celebration of Brazil — not only of the resilience of its liberalism under tyrannical rulers, but of its sunlight, its carnival spirit and the delicious blue of the sea that rolls onto Rio de Janeiro’s broad beaches. I’m Still Here tells the true story of the Paivas and their five children, whose easy, giggling closeness is documented by middle daughter Eliana with her Super 8 camera — the Christmas present of choice in 1970 — in a film we see within the film. The military dictatorship has its grip on the country. It is an act of rebellion to be happy.

The Good Morning Britain team may be familiar faces on our TV screens, but the stars look unrecognisable in their back-to-school photos.To mark the beginning of a new academic year, some of the presenters from the ITV show have shared throwback photos from their time at school – and they look completely different to how they are now. Ahead of the presenters returning for the autumn on Monday, September 2, the likes of Susanna Reid and Charlotte Hawkins have unveiled unseen snaps from their school years.

Although there’s no shortage of toxic masculinity in today’s world, James McAvoy crafted his latest role around a very specific person.

Philippe Clement has to consider dropping James Tavernier against Celtic or change his role as it keeps costing Rangers.

A British couple who dreamed of retiring in Spain have found themselves homeless after a series of unfortunate events. Paula and Rob Briers moved from Leicestershire to Benidorm in 2020 after the first Covid lockdown ruined their plans to move to Granada.