Sabrina Carpenterdoes have the same initials as Santa Claus, so it only makes sense that she would have a musical comedy holiday special with guest stars onNetflix. The singers 50-minute segment,A Nonsense Christmas With Sabrina Carpenter,streaming as of the evening of Friday, Dec. 6 contained several familiar faces, both musically and in the comedy and acting worlds. Sadly, there was no sign ofMarcello Hernandezs Domingo, but Nico Hiraga played an impressive modern day Ebenezer Ebby Scrooge....

Phil Robertsonhas been diagnosed with Alzheimers disease, among severalhealthissues. Hes just not doing well. Its accelerated and its causing problems with his entire body. Phil Robertson gives a sermon during RedFest on May 25, 2014 in Austin, Texas.Suzanne Cordeiro/Corbis via Getty Images He keeps saying, Im gonna get back to the podcast,' added Jase. Hes like, Tell me about it,' he explained. So he is literally unable toI think he would agreeto just sit down and have a conversation....

(There has been conflicting information whether Oscar winnerRachel Weiszis also on the wish list for the role.) None of the actors are believed to have formal offers. As we make our way through pre-production, we will only confirm details as we finalize deals. Clockwise Top L-R: Maggie Smith as Professor Minerva McGonagall, Alan Rickman Professor Snape, Michael Gambon as Dumbledore, Robbie Coltrane as Hagrid, Brett Goldstein, Mark Strong, Paapa Essiedu and Sharon HorganUniversal/Joan Marcus/Austin Hargrave/Getty Images...

Watch on Deadline DEADLINE:How did you come on board as director? Had Michael Whelan approached you with a script first? And Michael Whelan is a copywriter working in the agency as his full-time job. Gabriel Adewusi in Room TakenScreen Ireland I always wanted to bring a project to the Focus scheme, which also funds bigger budget shorts. And he said, You know what? Im working on a script and wouldnt mind sharing it....

SpainsInternational Feature OscarentrySaturn Returncenters on real-life Granada indie rock group Los Planetas. However, says directorIsaki Lacuestaduring Deadlines Contenders Film: International event, Its not a classical biopic. We didnt want to make a monument. In the late 1990s, Los Planetas found itself at a delicate moment in the bands then-young career. Explained Lacuesta, Its a drama, but its also a comedy. … We like this idea of a film discussing with itself....

And so Emperor Philippa is pulled back in by the Federation. What a cute idea, she adds, making clear shes ready to go. The announcement was made Saturday during the Star Trek universe panel atNew York Comic Con. In the movie, Yeohs Emperor Philippa Georgiou joins a secret division of Starfleet. Tasked with protecting the United Federation of Planets, she also must face the sins of her past. Miku Martineau portrays a young Philippa Georgiou....

From writer-directorNada Mezni Hafaiedh,Take My Breathoriginally world premiered at the Warsaw International Film Festival. It went on to win the Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festivals top prize and Best Actress for Ismail. Her story deeply moved me; I didnt know people could be born intersex. Over the years, I delved deeper into the subject. I couldnt begin shooting without first understanding the experience up close. Was it difficult to mount such a production in Tunisia?...

Sparks fly betweenAnya Taylor-JoyandMiles Tellerin their new survival action movie, which is sure to get hearts racing. The gorge is the door to Hell, and were standing guard at the gate. When their security is breached, Levi falls into the gorge and Drasa goes after him. Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy in ‘The Gorge’Apple Now, they must work together to keep the secret of the gorge buried. This place is evil, she says....

It started out as a private project, Hammar explained during Deadlines Contenders International panel. That was the main thing. It started out as life, not as a movie. Wikingsson cited the filmsGoodbye, Leninand Joshua OppenheimersThe Act of Killingas sources of inspiration. Hammar said the film ended up being about his personal journey as much as that of his father. I think people can relate to that. Ive come to realize that life consists of many, many different chapters....

In the Walled City, he becomes close friends with Shin, Twelfth Master and AV. Together, they vow to protect the safe haven that is Kowloon Walled City. Veteran actors Sammo Hung and Louis Khoo also star as rivals Mr Big and Cyclone, respectively. Every film has its own style. Its particularly meaningful for me that such a Hong Kong-flavored film would represent Hong Kong at the Oscars. Check out the panel video above....

And a fifth season ofWWE Rivalswill return this winter on A&E. Levesque, Lee Fitting, Ben Houser, Michaels and Jeremy Borash will executive produce for WWE. Elaine Frontain Bryant and Brad Abramson serve as executive producers for A&E. L to R: Bubba Ray Dudley, Mickie James, Undertaker, Booker TCourtesy of A&E The new season ofWWE Rivalswill include a never-before-seen look at Hulk Hogan vs. Ultimate Warrior and Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins....

Aaron Pierreis sharing his thoughts on playing John Stewart in HBOs DC seriesLanterns. Hopefully, I serve that and it resonates with me. HBO is producing the eight-episodeLanternsin association with Warner Bros Television andDC Studios. Aaron Pierre and Green Lantern’s John StewartLila Seeley/FilmMagic/DC Mundy will serve as showrunner, and Lindelof and King are co-writing and executive producing. James Hawes will direct the first two episodes and also executive produce.

The inventory was certainly there, with a 30% year-over-year increase in interactive ads. Engagement levels were assessed by tracking the use of remotes to click and scan interactive messages. Viewership of the hard-fought Kansas City Chiefs-Las Vegas Raiders gamesurged41% ahead of year-ago levels. The scoreboard at GEHA Field Arrowhead Stadium, site of Amazon’s Black Friday FootballWilliam Purnell/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images