BBC Studios Invests In Indie Run By Creator of Fox’s ‘Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test’

Past credits includeAshley Madison: Sex, Lies and ScandalandJerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action. Watch on Deadline Hodgkinsons time at the BBC saw him work across the likes ofLucanandMurder Trial. Previously, he was creative director at Blast Films overseeing series includingLiverpool NarcosandMissing Dead or Alive. David Hodgkinson (left) and Sophie LeonardBBC Studios Samphire Films was supported by Hasham Khan of ABP Advisory and Peter Weiss at SMB.

February 6, 2025 · 1 min · 65 words · James Hamilton

Ben Stiller Debunks Elon Musk-Amplified Tweet Claiming Actor Took USAID Money For Ukraine Trip

I completely self-funded my humanitarian trip to Ukraine. There was no funding from USAID and certainly no payment of any kind. The post in question was from an account titled Patriot Lady. Ben StillerGetty Earlier in the day, X ownerElon Muskrepostedthe same video from an account called I Meme Therefore I Am. Since it was amplified by Musk this morning, the clip has gotten 2.8 million views on his page....

February 6, 2025 · 1 min · 181 words · Rhonda Mata

British Film & High-End TV Spend Hit $7B In 2024

Spend on UK film and high-end TV beat pre-Covid levels last year, theBFIs annual figures have revealed. But the figures painted a more concerning picture around domestic shows and movies, along with co-productions. Watch on Deadline But there was clearly plenty inward investment in 2024, according to todays stats. ‘Baby Reindeer’Netflix There were 180 HETV productions in 2024 and 190 film productions. Concerningly for HETV, spend on domestic projects slid quite dramatically by 22% to 598M....

February 6, 2025 · 1 min · 107 words · Amber Thomas

British TV’s New Anti-Bullying Tsar Has Role Scaled Back After Facing Misconduct Complaints

Her job title, project lead, will also change. Interviews are set to begin next week. I am also working on a television production, and will be splitting my time across both roles. Sarah SwinglerSupplied Recruitment is underway to expand the AFF team, and my title will reflect my new responsibilities. Her credits includeOne Born Every Minute, the beloved Channel 4 fixed-rig documentary. Swinglers hire was its first big move. Through his lawyers, Wallace denied engaging in behavior of a sexually harassing nature....

February 6, 2025 · 1 min · 82 words · Evan Martinez

CNN Anchor And Correspondent Amara Walker To Depart

Im a journalist at heart, but I have other professional passions as well. The timing couldnt be better to embark on the next chapter. Walker also anchorsCNN Newsroomon CNN Max and CNN International, airing Mondays, Tuesday and Wednesdays at 8 a.m. Im excited about all that is to come and the opportunities that lie ahead. Amara WalkerCNN Winning anEmmy Awardrecently was the icing on the cake. I felt this is the right time to take this step....

February 6, 2025 · 1 min · 100 words · Veronica Rose

Common Signs With CAA & Anonymous Content

EXCLUSIVE: Lonnie Rashid Lynn, the musical artist, actor, author and activist known professionally asCommon, has expanded his team of reps by signing with bothCAAandAnonymous Content. A rapper known for his intelligent, nimbly performed lyrics of political consciousness, whos put over a dozen studio albums since the early 1990s, Common is the recipient of three Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a NAACP Image Award....

February 6, 2025 · 2 min · 279 words · Tanya Lewis

Daniel Radcliffe & Lucas Hedges Aboard For Vietnam War-Set Thriller ‘Trust The Man’; Neon Launching For EFM

Graham was Emmy nominated forDaisy Jones & the Six. Hedges recently starred inSorry, Baby, which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Graham is represented by UTA and Kaplan / Perrone Entertainment. (L-R) Daniel Radcliffe and Lucas HedgesMichael Schwartz/Getty Radcliffe is repped by ARG, Avalon Management, and Felker Toczek. Hedges is with Untitled Entertainment and Brecheen Feldman.

February 6, 2025 · 1 min · 57 words · Thomas Santos

Directors Neil Boyle and Kirk Hendry On Capturing Isolation & Togetherness In ‘Kensuke’s Kingdom’

Watch on Deadline DEADLINE:How did you both come to this project? She had this dogged belief this would make a fantastic film. I was working with Neil at a production company in Soho. Kensuke’s KingdomLupus Films And she said, Sure. So we pitched our version of the film to her and she liked it. Then, eventually, it was COVID that really pushed the film into production. Kensuke’s Kingdom, from left: Kensuke (Ken Watanabe), Michael (Aaron MacGregor)Blue Fox Entertainment / Courtesy Everett Collection...

February 6, 2025 · 4 min · 702 words · Amanda Scott

Documentary Legend Frederick Wiseman Calls “BS” On Cinéma Vérité-Style Filmmaking, Reveals What Early Pauline Kael Praise Meant To Him

Watch on Deadline DEADLINE:What does this retrospective mean to you? Its certainly very prestigious and well-deserved. FREDERICK WISEMAN:There couldnt be a better place to have a retrospective in America than at Lincoln Center. Frederick Wiseman and his films. Clockwise from top left: ‘Model,’ ‘Hospital,’ ‘Juvenile,’ and ‘The Store’Zipporah Films The retrospective is the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval for what Ive been doing, lo these many years. Im very pleased that theyre showing 40 films....

February 6, 2025 · 4 min · 652 words · Kevin Cooper

Donald Trump Again Calls For CBS To Lose Its License, ‘60 Minutes’ To Be “Terminated”, In Early-Morning Rage Post

The trigger was the60 Minutesreleaseof a full, unedited transcript of its interview with Kamala Harris. One part of the answer was shown onFace the Nation; the other part on60 Minutes. The unedited transcript confirmed what they have been saying all along. Donald TrumpChristopher Furlong/Getty Images Watch on Deadline But to little surprise, Trump didnt drop the matter. The company is seeking regulatory approval of its acquisition by Skydance. Many other questions to come!...

February 6, 2025 · 2 min · 249 words · April Schroeder

Dutch ‘Hard Truths’, ‘No Other Land’ Distributor Huub Roelvink To Receive Inaugural EFM Distributor Award

Watch on Deadline Incoming Berlinale Pro director and EFM headTanja Meissnerhas spearheaded the award. Arthouse Distributors contribute not only culturally, but also economically and politically by reinforcing the foundation of European democracy. The jury said they has chosen Roelvink for his passionate and pragmatic approach to curating his slate. Huub RoelvinkSeth Carnill Cherry Pickers releases approximately 12 to 15 titles per year. He holds a Masters in Social Anthropology from the University of Amsterdam....

February 6, 2025 · 1 min · 74 words · Scott Bolton MD

Former Studiocanal Exec Lucy Savage Among Trio Behind New Distribution Outfit Two Fresh, Company Set For EFM With Debut Title ‘Stelios’

The company will focus on films from and about the Mediterranean. Theyve set their first title,Stelios, and will launch the film at the upcoming European Film Market. The lead singer of the band Melisses, Christos Mastoras, is in the lead role. Two Fresh Distribution The film passed 800,000 admissions in Greece in January. The UK release date is set for April 25th. The film was produced by Two Fresh Productions a separate entity and hit UK cinemas in 2024....

February 6, 2025 · 1 min · 79 words · Tracy Wise

Fortune’s Fickle: Sony’s Bid For Control Of ‘Jeopardy!’ & ‘Wheel Of Fortune’ Distribution From CBS Halted By Judge

We expect CBS to take all necessary steps to ensure that the episodes are properly delivered to broadcasters. All business should continue in the usual course. At the time, the company said it would be seeking a temporary restraining order. (L-R) ‘Jeopardy!’ host Ken Jennings, and Wheel of Fortune' hosts Vanna White and Ryan SeacrestChris Patey/CBS On Thursday, quelling the impulse for a victory spin, CBS instead took a measured TCB approach....

February 6, 2025 · 1 min · 119 words · Carrie Swanson