Timothee Chalamet Channels The Matrix's Neo in Latex Trenchcoat While Arriving in Japan

It’s been over ten years since “Ted” hit theaters in 2012. Ushering in a big R-rated comedy hit for creator Seth MacFarlane and star Mark Wahlberg, it’s still the 12th highest-grossing R-rated film of all time.

Tyler Aquilina After two and a half years as a public entity, Endeavor is on the verge of going private again. While nothing has been finalized, most observers agree that privatization is the most likely endgame following Endeavor Group’s announcement that it’s evaluating “strategic alternatives” for its assets, which include the WME talent agency and various live events businesses.

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent Stuart Ford’s independent content company AGC Studios is partnering with Egyptian star Mohamed Karim’s MK Global Entertainment to produce “Judgment of the Dead,” an English-language thriller steeped in ancient Egypt’s lore. Karim is known across the Middle East as a former host of talent show “The Voice of Arabia” and for roles in popular Ramadan soaps. He is concurrently pursuing a Hollywood career that has led to roles alongside Nicolas Cage in 2019 action movie “A Score to Settle” and with Bruce Willis in “A Day to Die.” U.S.

SZA is vigorously scrolling. “I never have topics before I start a song,” she says about her creative process, late one August night, high in the hills of Malibu, while zipping through months of memos and voice notes on her phone. “I just let the beat tell me what to do, and then I start babbling and making words, and it starts to form itself.

Naman Ramachandran A galaxy of 42 emerging creative talents from across the U.S., U.K. and India have been unveiled as the 2023 BAFTA Breakthrough cohort.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Eight nights, eight gifts and merely eight more days to get your shopping done before the first night of Hanukkah commences on Dec. 8.

Selome Hailu Netflix has resumed production on Season 2 of “The Sandman” after it was initially interrupted by the Hollywood strikes. The news comes on the 35th anniversary of the comic series on which the show is based. Comic writer and series creator Neil Gaiman celebrated the occasion with a letter to fans promising that “good things are coming.” Read the letter in full below.

MGMT have shared a new song titled "Bubblegum Dog." The song comes with a video in which the band pays loving homage to the grunge era, including a gunge-filled nod to Nirvana's iconic MTV Unplugged performance. Check it out below.

Scottish band The Jesus and Mary Chain have announced details of a new album, Glasgow Eyes, and shared its first single. "jamcod" is the first taste of brothers Jim and William Reid's eighth album, which will be released on March 8 next year. Scroll down to hear the song now.

Yes, trailers are just marketing material, and we’re not a BFD Advertising and Design class. But as any studio will tell you, a well-crafted trailer that builds hype and excitement for a movie can be a make-or-break part of the puzzle that creates much-needed anticipation and even word of mouth.

As the year comes to a close, studios are getting into the mix, still releasing some last-minute titles into the fray (see Michel Franco’s “Memory” with Jessica Chastain). Another late entry in the 2023 films sweepstakes is “The End From Where We Start,” a new ecological disaster drama starring Jodie Comer (“Killing Eve”) and the directorial debut from director Mahalia Belo, a BAFTA TV Award winner for the 2017 TV film, “Ellen” and a 2019 BAFTA TV Award nominee for 2019’s mini-series “The Long Song.” READ MORE: ‘The End We Start From’ Review: Jodie Comer Stars In A Refreshingly Grounded Disaster Drama [TIFF] “The End From Where We Start” is based on the best-selling novel by Megan Hunter and adapted for screen by “Succession” writer Alice Birch.

Tonight's Champions League meeting between Galatasaray and Manchester United is currently not under threat of postponement, despite heavy downpours in Istanbul.

Kylian Mbappe leads a long list of out-of-contract superstars that could be on Manchester City's radar in the 2024 summer window.

The best friend of Josie Gibson says the This Morning star is making her son proud with her jungle exploits. Mia Williams arrived in Brisbane airport with her son Romey and Josie's son Reggie Bond, as the families of the cast fly out to support them. She said: "Josie’s clearly missing Reg and that came across after her last trial with Danielle.

Married at First Sight UK was filled with a lot of drama this year, but it appears that not all hope is lost when it comes to love as two contestants have been posting on Instagram about spending time together. Nathianal Valentino - who was originally married to Ella Morgan on the show - and Adrienne Naylor - paired up with Matt Pilmoor - have sparked speculation that they could be romantically linked after a string of posts.

Girls Aloud have promised fans that their upcoming tour will be “magic”, and added that it will “never be the same” without Sarah Harding.News that the ‘00s girl group would be reforming arrived last week (November 22), when surviving members Nicola Roberts, Kimberley Walsh, Cheryl and Nadine Coyle announced that they would be coming together for a run of live shows next year.The 2024 gigs will mark their first performance as a group since 2013, it will also be their first tour since the death of bandmate Sarah Harding, who passed away in 2021 due to breast cancer.Now, in a new interview the members have shed light on what fans can expect from the live shows, and revealed how they plan to pay tribute to the late Harding.“It will never be the same again, we accept that,” Cheryl told Sky News, “but we’re going to make a new type of sparkle with her in it.”“You’re reminded so constantly that she isn’t here,” added Coyle, confirming that the performances will be dedicated to Harding. “She is very much a part of who we are still, a huge part.”According to the members, they still need to arrange who will sing lines originally sung by Harding when it comes to the live shows, and the rehearsals are set to begin in the new year.“Fans have lost Sarah as well,” said Roberts to the outlet.

The love pairing of flirty, late-era Millennial Harry (Paul Mescal) and the shy, fringe Gen X-er Adam (Andrew Scott) isn’t what you’d necessarily expect in most contemporary gay love affairs, let alone in Andrew Haigh’s sublime new drama, “All of Us Strangers.” But, lonely living in a barely occupied London apartment tower can make for unexpected and literal bedfellows. In the context of the film, it also leads to several intimate cinematic scenes that are both emotionally moving and, well, quite erotic.

If you’re one of the many who have left their work's Christmas party plans until the very last minute then you will be pleased to know that there’s at least one venue still taking festive bookings for groups.

People living in hundreds of postcode areas across England will be eligible for Cold Weather Payments from the DWP after they were triggered.

After repeated delays and clashes between lawyers over conduct of the case, Jonathan Majors goes on trial this morning in New York City on misdemeanor charges of assault and harassment.

If the very idea of wearing vinyl or patent leather trousers fills you with dread, we’re here to change your mind.The Marmite trousers have been polarising people for years now, and every winter they make a comeback proving that they’re one of the best – and easiest – additions to your winter wardrobe. Patent vinyl trousers are the chic, updated version of a classic leather pair, and the high-shine design is a surprisingly versatile twist that means you can dress them up for the evening with some statement heels and a blazer, or wear them for more casual days out with an oversized jumper, trainers and a some gold jewellery.

New Order have announced details of two huge UK shows, set to take place next summer. Find ticket details below.Announced today (November 29), the first of the two mammoth headline dates will be held at Cardiff Bay on August 22.

Drivers could be slapped with a fine and three points on their licence if they break a rule while de-icing their car windows this week.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here fans think they have spotted the 'real reason' for Jamie Lynn Spears' tears. During the latest trip to the jungle on Tuesday night (November 28) the singer and actress was seen breaking down - over a treat.

Marks and Spencer fans are heaping praise on a 'stunning' dress that's so flattering on every figure people are being stopped by strangers in the street. The M&S Collection dress, which is said to be as comfortable as it is beautiful, has been designed to hide any lumps or bumps, while giving the illusion of a slimmer waist.

A 22-year-old man appeared in court after attacking his mother and stealing her benefits money. Samuel Wilton, 22, went stole hundreds of pounds from her, before spending it on a food shop and a trip to McDonald's.

Spotify Wrapped has been launched, revealing the most popular artists, songs, albums and podcasts in the UK and giving users special insight into their own listening habits.Shared each year by the streaming platform, this latest edition introduces a range of new features and is available to access now via the Spotify mobile app (iOS and Android) or on desktop by heading to the website.As well as showing the usual insights into each user’s own listening habits, a new range of features have been rolled out for the 2023 edition too. These include a new section called ‘Me in 2023’ which reveals which one of the 12 listening styles best describes the way you listen on Spotify, and a new section called ‘Sound Town’, which matches you to a city based on your listening and shared artist affinity.Pre-existing insights such as Top Five Genres and Top Five Artists have also been given a new design, and some of the most popular musicians of 2023 have recorded messages that will be played if they feature as one of your top artists.An AI DJ feature has also been added to guide listeners through their personalised Wrapped – serving up a mix based on your taste and sharing commentary about some of your favourite artists, genres, songs and more.

As this year's series of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! continues, former campmates have been lifting the lid on what really goes on in the jungle and what isn't shown on TV.

Former Motherwell striker Kevin van Veen has left Holland to return to Scotland for "an indefinite period" to help his pregnant girlfriend as they prepare for the birth of their first child, Groningen have confirmed.

Nearly two thirds of Scots believe Health Secretary Michael Matheson should quit over the £11,000 data roaming bill scandal.

Christmas is a time when plenty of festive food is enjoyed, but one that's particularly loved is the mince pie.

When it comes to giving gifts at Christmas, you want to get something they’ll love, and one of the best-loved presents is a fragrance. Not only will it last them for months to come, but it’s the type of splurge that most people put off making for themselves.

New Order have confirmed they will play a special homecoming gig at Wythenshawe Park next year. The gig will take place next August Bank Holiday on Saturday, August 24.

Emmerdale fans appear to have surprised themselves as they ended up 'feeling sorry' for David Metcalfe as he confronted Jacob Gallagher about his relationship with Victoria Sugden. The shopkeeper has been unaware that his son has been seeing his ex-girlfriend behind his back.

Beyoncé’s mother Tina Knowles has hit out at “racist” accusations that her daughter had lightened her skin in the ‘Renaissance’ concert film.The film’s premiere was held at the weekend in Los Angeles and some fans later made comments about Beyoncé’s appearance, pointing to her platinum blonde wig and what they assumed was her lighter skin tone.In a lengthy Instagram statement posted alongside a video set to the singer’s hit ‘Brown Skin Girl’, Knowles condemned the “stupid ignorant self-hating racist statements”, insinuating that Beyoncé somehow “wanted to be white”.“She does a film, called the renaissance, where the whole theme is silver with silver hair, a silver carpet, and suggested silver attire and you bozos decide that she’s trying to be a white woman and is bleaching her skin?… Duh, she wore silver hair to match her silver dress as a fashion statement clown,” she began.“What’s really sad is that a white woman had the audacity to reach out to Neal [Beyoncé’s hairstylist, saying] she was from TMZ…and she wanted to get a statement about it from Neal. Well that made my blood boil, that this white woman felt so entitled to discuss her blackness.

Tricky has announced a run of 2024 European tour dates. Find ticket details below.The announcement of the new shows comes following the release of ‘Maxinquaye Reincarnated’ back in October – a re-recorded version of his iconic debut album ‘Maxinquaye’.Originally released in 1995, the track was named as NME’s album of the year and it also was nominated for a Mercury Prize, although lost out to Portishead’s ‘Dummy’.