The Harry Potter movies are getting a new TV home. Paramount has signed a multi-year agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery that gives MTV, Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, and Paramount Network the exclusive linear TV rights to all eight Harry Potter films and all three Fantastic Beasts movies. The magical marathon begins July 3, when MTV airs all eight Harry Potter films back-to-back through July 5. Paramount Network will feature the movies throughout mid-July, while Nick at Nite and Nickelodeon will begin airing them in August, including a Labor Day weekend marathon. The deal comes as HBO continues developing its upcoming Harry Potter TV series, which has already been renewed for a second season ahead of its premiere.

A former private chef has filed a lawsuit against Kylie Jenner, alleging she was forced to work long hours and perform physically demanding tasks despite informing her employers she had a high-risk pregnancy. The chef claims the excessive workload contributed to a miscarriage and says she later faced discrimination, retaliation, wage violations, and wrongful termination after disclosing what happened. Jenner has not publicly responded to the lawsuit, and the allegations have not been proven in court.

The lovable, fast-talking Donkey from the Shrek franchise is officially getting his own movie. Eddie Murphy previously hinted that a Donkey spinoff was in development, and now DreamWorks Animation and Universal Pictures have confirmed the project will hit theaters on June 30, 2028. The animated film will serve as an origin story, exploring how Donkey became the wisecracking character fans met in the Shrek movies. Murphy previously revealed that the story will also include Donkey's dragon wife and their half-dragon, half-donkey children. The film will be directed by Charlie Bean, known for The Lego Batman Movie, with producer Rebecca Huntley and co-director Matt Flynn. The announcement comes one year before the release of Shrek 5, which is scheduled to arrive in theaters on June 30, 2027.

The Yellowstone universe is getting even bigger. Paramount+ has officially renewed Dutton Ranch for a second season after the show's massive debut earlier this year. The series follows fan-favorite couple Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler, played by Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, as they leave Montana and the Yellowstone behind for a fresh start in South Texas. Their new life quickly becomes complicated when they find themselves at odds with rival ranch owner Beluah Jackson, played by Annette Bening. Season 1 premiered in May and became an instant hit, drawing 12.9 million views during its first week and setting a new record as the biggest original series launch in Paramount+ history. To announce the renewal, Paramount+ released a teaser carrying the message: "Peace will have to wait," hinting that more conflict is on the way for Beth and Rip.

Snapchat has unveiled its new augmented reality glasses, called Specs, but the high-tech eyewear has already generated plenty of online criticism over its bulky design and hefty price tag. The glasses, which are expected to sell for $2,195 when they launch this fall, were introduced as a device that blends digital content with the real world through see-through lenses. According to reports, Snap is now in talks with Robert Downey Jr. about a potential $100 million stock-based ambassador deal to help promote the product. The move would make sense given Downey's association with Tony Stark in the Marvel movies, where futuristic AR-style glasses and advanced technology were a major part of the character's image. Snap CEO Evan Spiegel says the glasses are designed to create shared real-world experiences without constantly looking down at a phone. However, investors and social media users have been less enthusiastic, with Snap's stock reportedly falling after the announcement and many online commenters poking fun at the glasses' appearance. The company appears hopeful that a high-profile partnership with Downey could help reshape public perception ahead of the product's release.

The family of late singer Whitney Houston is disputing recent comments made by Oprah Winfrey about an incident in which Houston reportedly fell off a stage during an appearance connected to The Oprah Winfrey Show. Speaking at a recent event, Winfrey claimed Houston had relapsed at the time and said she persuaded audience members not to release photos because she feared the incident would damage the singer's career. However, Houston's estate strongly rejected that version of events. Pat Houston, who oversees the estate, said Whitney did fall, but during a dark soundcheck while unfamiliar with the stage setup—not because she was under the influence of drugs. The estate acknowledged Houston's well-documented struggles with addiction but said it is unfair to assume every incident in her life was connected to substance abuse. The statement emphasized that Houston was a dedicated professional and urged people to remember her accomplishments and tell the story accurately rather than repeat what the family calls misconceptions.

Daryl Hall just revealed that he recently underwent a successful kidney transplant using an organ donated by a living donor. The 79-year-old singer shared the news on Instagram, thanking the "very kind and generous" donor and saying the surgery took place a couple of weeks ago. Hall says he's already feeling better and expects to be back performing and filming new episodes of Daryl's House within a few months. Hall has battled Lyme disease since being diagnosed in 2006, a condition that forced him to cancel concerts and has caused ongoing health issues over the years.

The Devil Wears Prada 2 is coming to Disney+ and Hulu on July 29, following its theatrical release earlier this year. The sequel reunites Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci. The story follows Andy Sachs as she returns to Runway magazine after being laid off from a newspaper, navigating today's click-driven media world while once again working under the demanding Miranda Priestly. The movie will also be available for digital purchase beginning June 30, with 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD editions arriving July 28.

Vice President JD Vance's appearance on The View delivered the show's biggest audience in nearly two years. ABC says Vance's June 16 appearance drew 3.3 million viewers, making it the most-watched episode since the day after the 2024 presidential election and the second-largest audience for the daytime talk show since January 2021. Vance spent nearly the entire hour discussing his new book, Communion, while also defending President Trump and the administration's policies during spirited exchanges with the hosts.

A24 is teaming up with Google's DeepMind in a new AI partnership aimed at creating filmmaking tools—not replacing filmmakers. As part of the deal, Google is investing about $75 million, giving A24 access to DeepMind's AI research and technology. The companies say they'll focus on tools that help with creative tasks like AI-generated storyboards while keeping filmmakers in control of the creative process. A24 emphasized that Google will not have access to the studio's film library or data. The partnership reflects Hollywood's growing embrace of AI, with studios experimenting with new technology even as copyright concerns and legal battles continue across the industry. A24 says its goal is to use AI to support creativity and risk-taking, rather than simply making movies cheaper or faster.

Keanu Reeves is reportedly in talks to star in a new Lego movie from Toy Story 4 director Josh Cooley. The project, backed by Universal, is expected to blend live-action and CGI, though it's not yet known whether Reeves would appear on screen or just provide a voice. Plot details and the rest of the cast remain under wraps. The film would reunite Reeves with Cooley after Reeves voiced Duke Caboom in Toy Story 4. Universal is reportedly pushing to get the movie into production within the next six months before its rights to the Lego franchise expire.

Mia Sara is opening up about why she rarely talks about Ferris Bueller's Day Off, calling her experience making the beloved 1986 classic "not that good." The actress, who played Ferris' girlfriend Sloane Peterson, said she had a difficult working relationship with director John Hughes. She described him as a "strange guy" and admitted that, at 17, she lacked the emotional maturity to handle the personalities on set. Despite her personal experience, she says she understands how much the film means to fans. Sara largely stepped away from Hollywood because acting "was not a happy career" for her. She focused instead on raising her family and writing poetry, eventually moving to England with her husband, Brian Henson, son of Muppets creator Jim Henson. After more than a decade away from acting, Sara returned to the screen in 2024's The Life of Chuck, while continuing to pursue her passion for poetry.

Kanye West's planned July 4 concert in San Antonio is facing growing backlash. Just a day after tickets went on sale, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones publicly called for the show to be canceled, saying the city shouldn't host someone with a history of antisemitic remarks and hate speech at the publicly owned Alamodome—especially on Independence Day. The San Antonio controversy is the latest in a string of opposition to West's performances. Recent shows in Prague, Poland, France, and the U.K. have been canceled or blocked, and Australia previously denied him a visa. While West apologized earlier this year for his 2025 antisemitic behavior, several upcoming U.S. concerts, including shows in Tampa, are also facing calls for cancellation from public officials. Despite the criticism, tickets for the San Antonio show remain on sale.

Toy Story 5, is the No.1 movie in North America, earning $160 million over the weekend.

Here’s the rest of the top 10:
2. Disclosure Day - $17 million
3. Obsession - $14.2 million
4. Backrooms - $7.3 million
5. Scary Movie - $6.7 million
6. Masters of the Universe - $5.6 million
7. Star Wars: The Madalorian and Grogu - $3.9 million
8. Leviticus - $2.7 million
9. The Death of Robin Hood - $2.6 million
10. $2.2 million

Famke Janssen isn't thrilled that she won't be returning as Jean Grey in Avengers: Doomsday. During an appearance at Spacecon 2026, the actress said Marvel "made a mistake" by not inviting her back, joking that she's terrible at keeping secrets, so fans would have known if she'd been cast. Janssen first played Jean Grey in 2000's X-Men and returned for X2: X-Men United, X-Men: The Last Stand, plus brief appearances in The Wolverine and X-Men: Days of Future Past. While several of her former co-stars—including James Marsden, Rebecca Romijn, Kelsey Grammer, Patrick Stewart and Alan Cumming—are returning for Doomsday, Janssen didn't make the cast list. The actress said fans constantly ask if Jean Grey will ever return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and admitted she's flattered the character is still so popular after all these years.

Tom Hanks had a little fun with MS NOW while attending the opening ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. As the actor arrived, MS NOW correspondent Jacob Soboroff approached him during a live broadcast. After initially trying to keep moving, Hanks joked, "What can I do for the 800 people watching MS NOW?"—a playful jab at the network's ratings. When Soboroff replied that millions would be watching now that Hanks was on the air, the actor deadpanned, "All right... add a zero to it," before stopping to answer questions about the event. The exchange quickly spread across social media, with many viewers surprised to see Hanks—who has long been associated with Democratic causes—taking a lighthearted swipe at the liberal cable network.

Netflix is celebrating the first anniversary of its hit animated movie KPop Demon Hunters with a wave of new fan experiences and merchandise. Starting tomorrow, Netflix House locations in Philadelphia and Dallas will debut immersive attractions based on the film, while anniversary screenings, a TikTok watch party, and six new mobile minigames will also roll out. Fans can also grab new merchandise, including toys, apparel, LEGO sets, and even themed sunscreen. The Oscar-winning film, which follows a K-pop girl group secretly battling demons, has remained in Netflix's Global Top 10 for a full year and has racked up more than 600 million views.

Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson are teaming up again for Brothers, an eight-episode comedy premiering September 23 on Apple TV+. The longtime friends play fictionalized versions of themselves whose lives are thrown into chaos after discovering they may actually be brothers—a storyline inspired by real-life speculation about their family ties. The series follows the two as they unravel the mystery while McConaughey also considers a run for governor of Texas, blending comedy with family drama and plenty of self-aware humor.

John Mulaney just made comedy history: he’s officially the first comedian ever to sell out Wrigley Field, packing more than 40,000 seats for his July 11 John Mulaney: Mister Whatever tour stop. The Chicago native now joins an elite roster of artists who’ve headlined the iconic ballpark — names like Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, and Pearl Jam — but he’s the only one doing it with punchlines instead of power chords. On the acting front, Mulaney next stars alongside Nicolas Cage and Christian Bale in David O. Russell’s Madden, releasing November 26.

Sony Pictures has dropped a brand-new trailer for "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," with Tom Holland returning as Peter Parker/Spider-Man. The movie swings into theaters on July 31. Set four years after "Spider-Man: No Way Home," Peter is living a lonely life after wiping himself from everyone's memories. With no one remembering who he is, he's dedicated himself entirely to protecting New York as Spider-Man. But the constant pressure begins causing a mysterious physical transformation, just as a powerful new threat emerges. The film reunites Holland with Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Mark Ruffalo, Jon Bernthal and Michael Mando, while Sadie Sink, Tramell Tillman, Liza Colón-Zayas and Marvin Jones II join the franchise. Footage shown at CinemaCon also reveals MJ has apparently moved on with a new love interest, leaving Peter to face another emotional blow.

 

The first trailer has been released for The Westies, an eight-episode MGM+ crime drama premiering July 12. Starring J.K. Simmons and Tom Brittney, the series follows New York City's notorious Irish-American gang in the early 1980s as they battle internal power struggles, clash with the Gambino crime family, and attract FBI attention. Creator Chris Brancato says viewers shouldn't get too attached to the characters because there's a significant body count. To recreate gritty 1980s New York, producers built a 240-foot street set in Toronto, complete with period details. Brancato also joked that while the era featured President Trump, the show leaves him out because "he gets enough press."

Sean Penn is set to direct an untitled Warner Bros. film inspired by the early life of a police officer who was present during the January 6 Capitol attack. Bradley Cooper is reportedly being considered for the lead role, though no casting has been finalized. The film is described as a story about an unexpected friendship and is expected to begin production in 2027.

Tom Holland has confirmed that he and Zendaya are married, ending months of speculation. While discussing AI-generated fake wedding photos, Holland joked that no family members were fooled because "they were all there," effectively confirming the wedding. He also shared that Zendaya is his "best friend" and said, "I found my person. I'm the happiest I've ever been," adding that their relationship gives them a unique level of support because they understand the pressures of fame. The couple, who met while filming Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2016, have kept their relationship largely private and are set to reunite on screen in Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey.

The first trailer for "Shrek 5" has arrived, reuniting Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz as Shrek, Donkey and Fiona for the franchise's first new film in 17 years. The movie introduces Shrek and Fiona's now-grown children, voiced by Zendaya, Marcello Hernandez and Skylar Gisondo, as the family embarks on a new adventure through Far, Far Away. The trailer features updated animation, plenty of jokes, a creepy parody of Frozen's Olaf, and ends with Shrek, Fiona, Donkey and the kids all landing in jail while Donkey belts out classic songs. "Shrek 5" is scheduled to hit theaters on June 30, 2027.

Hank Azaria admits he was a little annoyed to see Taylor Swift sitting courtside at a recent NBA Finals game. Speaking on a sports podcast, the longtime Simpsons star joked that fans had already seen plenty of Swift during NFL broadcasts and said he was tired of the "Taylor sports" phenomenon. Azaria stressed that he understood why someone as famous as Swift would get prime seats, but said he found the constant celebrity spotlight a bit much. Swift attended Game 4 alongside members of HAIM and actress Mariska Hargitay, wearing Knicks-themed gear as New York mounted a historic comeback on its way to winning its first NBA title in 53 years. Azaria said most celebrities aren't sitting courtside and revealed he was seated high in the arena with other stars, including Questlove, Rainn Wilson, and Jeremy Strong. He joked that only the A-list gets the seats everyone sees on TV.