Naomi Watts Almost Quit Acting Before Being Cast In David Lynch’s ‘Mulholland Drive’: “He Was Very Instrumental To Me”

Naomi WattsremembersDavid Lynchand how instrumental he was in her Hollywood career. In a new interview, theMulholland Drivestar revealed how the filmmaker kept her from quitting acting. I wouldnt have stayed had I not met David Lynch. Naomi Watts talks David LynchEvan Agostini / ImageDirect / Getty Images Nothing was happening, she added. I was literally alienating people. I was making them uncomfortable because I was so like, I need a job!...

January 22, 2025 · 2 min · 223 words · Lisa Hunter

NBCUniversal Names Michael Bonner President Global TV Distribution, Justin Che Takes Over As President Home Entertainment

Che was previously Managing Director of APAC TV Distribution and International Networks & DTC. His oversee will be 20 offices worldwide that support over 200 territories and 1,800 clients. Related Stories ‘Despicable Me 4’ Helps Franchise Make History And Is No. Michael Bonner and Justin CheNBCUniversal Che is known in the org for his domestic and international experience managing complex sales businesses and revenue centers. We continue to deliver strong results, kicking off 2025 with the record-breaking video-on-demand release ofWicked....

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 80 words · Patricia Chang

Netflix Stock Hits New Heights After Spectacular Earnings Report

Netflixstock flirted with the $1,000 mark Wednesday, hitting all-time highs in the wake of the companys spectacularearningsreport. It also exceeded forecasts for revenue and earnings per share andannounced price hikesin the U.S. and other markets. Rate increases generally irritate consumers but satisfy profit-hungry investors. Netflix offices, LAGetty Images Michael Morris of Guggenheim Securities also upped his target, to $1,100 from $950. As good as it gets? he wrote in a client note....

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · Nancy Campbell

New FCC Chair Revives Complaints About ABC, CBS And NBC Content That His Predecessor Rejected As “At Odds With The First Amendment”

Related Stories Donald Trump Removes Doug Emhoff And Other Joe Biden Appointees From U.S. ## Watch on Deadline Carrs order, however, does not revive the Fox complaint. The agency said that the complaints require further consideration. To do so would set a dangerous precedent. Brendan CarrPhoto by Alex Wong/Getty Images She also warned that the agency should not be the presidents speech police. When he took office on Monday, Trumpsigned an executive orderon restoring freedom of speech and ending federal censorship....

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Mark Harvey

Nine Inch Nails Announces 2025 Tour Dates

Nine Inch Nails, featuring two-time Oscar winners Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, has released the itinerary for its first tour in three years: The 2025 Peel It Back tour will kick off with a European leg June 15 in Dublin before hitting North America in August. News of the tour was confirmed by the band on January 13 after word leaked, but the specifics were kept under wraps due to the L....

January 22, 2025 · 2 min · 340 words · Kathleen Hart

Ohio State’s National Championship Win Over Notre Dame Clinches 22M Viewers, Down 9% Over Last Year

Thats a pretty strong number, even though it isdown from last years 24.3M. According toESPN, this years matchup peaked from 8:30 to 8:45 p.m. ET, about halfway through the game, with 26.1M viewers. 2025 National ChampionshipPhoto by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Also, unlike last year, it was the most-watched game of the newly expandedCollege FootballPlayoff. Michigans 2024 defeat of the Washington Huskies was overshadowed by the teams Rose Bowl win over Alabama....

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Alyssa Murray

Oscar Nominations: Major Category Predictions And What You Need To Know Before Thursday

I dont think it will, but I can see a minimum of 12. Netflix has never had a Best Picture win and this one is their best shot to date. Dont count out Amazon MGM StudiosNickel BoysorChallengers,and A24s well-likedSing Singif any of those fall short. (L-R) ‘A Complete Unknown,’ ‘Wicked’ and ‘Emilia Pérez’Everett Collection So this will all be answered tomorrow in a year that at this point is still wide open....

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Christopher Duran

Oscars Will Honor Fire-Ravaged L.A. & “Move Away” From Best Song Performances To Focus On Songwriters

The ceremony also will bring back the Fab 5 moments, where individual film artists recognize nominees. We will highlight the transformative power of the teamwork that brings cinematic visions to life. Our thoughts remain with those who were impacted by the recent Los Angeles-area wildfires. Oscar statuettesGetty Images We will celebrate their artistry through personal reflections from the teams who bring these songs to life.

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 65 words · Gregory Wright

Prime Video Orders ‘Rise Of The Empress’ Series Based On Books With Gemma Chan, Viola Davis & Forest Whitaker Among EPs

Rise of the Empressis described as dark and mystical East Asian fantasy reimagining of The Evil Queen legend. Dao will serve as a co-executive producer. The eight-episode series is poised to film in Malaysia. Julie Dao, ‘Rise of The Empress’ series and Gemma ChanDarren Pellegrino/Getty Images They are joined by the 2019 followupSong of the Crimson Flower. Crystal Liu and James WonMichael Becker/FX/Courtesy

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 63 words · Linda Jones

Producers Amy Hobby & Lori Cheatle Launch Music-Oriented Production Outfit Record Breaker Films+, Strike Deal With IHeartComix

EXCLUSIVE:Amy Hobby(What Happened, Miss Simone?) Record Breakers initial slate is due to be revealed soon. The companys Tribeca documentary1-800-ON-HER-OWN, about singer Ani DiFranco, opens at New Yorks Film Forum in April. Amy Hobby & Lori CheatleCourtesy The company began as a nightlife promoter and record label in Los Angeles. Adding on events that celebrate and enhance the experience makes it all the more exciting. Were thrilled to partner with Franki and IHeartComix....

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 81 words · Patrick Quinn

Robert Eggers Reteaming With Focus Features For ‘Werwulf’, Sets Christmas 2026 Release

Pic which he co-wrote withThe Northmans Sjon is getting a Christmas Day 2026 release in North America. Focus Features is producing and financing. Both Eggers and Sjon will produce alongside Focus Features, with Maiden Voyages Chris and Eleanor Columbus executive producing. Robert Eggers at December 12 ‘Nosferatu’ premiere in HollywoodGetty Images Nosferatuhas made $156.3M worldwide to date. The movie is heading into its eight weekend at the box office. Unis highest grossing movie on PVOD has beenWickedwhich cleared more than $70M in its first week....

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 85 words · Terry Salas

Roku Channel To Stream ‘This Time Next Year’ Rom-Com Starring Lucien Laviscount For Free Ahead Of Valentine’s Day

will arrive at TheRoku Channelfor free streaming Feb. 10, just in time for Valentines Day. Deadlineexclusively broke the newsof the casting and project ahead of the Cannes Film Festival in 2023. The love-fate relationship that sparks between them gives the holiday a new meaning entirely. Golda Rosheuvel in ‘This Time Next Year’Courtesy of The Roku Channel Watch on Deadline Im thrilled to see this film launch in the US. The ensemble cast also featuresGolda Rosheuvel(Bridgerton)....

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Ronald Murphy

Rupert Murdoch’s News Group Newspapers Apologizes To Prince Harry In Court As Settlement Reached In Privacy Case

Financial terms of the settlement are not yet known. He said NGN had unlawfully engaged more than 100 private investigators on 35,000 occasions over 16 years. NGNs lawyer Anthony Hudson at that point was quoted by the BBC as saying: We are very close. Prince Harry (middle) and David Sherborne (right)Leon Neal/Getty The Prince was expected to fly over to give evidence next month. He had previously indicated a refusal to settle, citing accountability....

January 22, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Christopher Baker MD