Animation based on JK Rowling’s ‘Fantastic Beasts’ explores ‘American Hogwarts’
A new animated short based on writing by J.K. Rowling reveals the history of Ilvermorny, Hogwarts' American counterpart.
Upcoming $80 million ‘Tetris’ movie will be the first chapter in a trilogy
The $80 million movie based on the hit puzzle game Tetris will be the first installment of a planned trilogy, according to a producer on the film.
Ready for Rio? NBC will cover the 2016 Olympics most hours of the day
NBCUniversal is bringing an enormous amount of coverage from the Rio Olympics to viewers via TV networks like NBC, USA, and CNBC, plus digital platforms.
Social media campaign pays off as Tyrese Gibson nabs role in next 'Transformers' movie
When Tyrese began lobbying on social media to be included in the upcoming Transformers: The Last Knight, one very important person took notice.
Big-screen ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ adaptation may have found its first star
Warner Bros. Pictures is reportedly in talks with The Fault in Our Stars actor Ansel Elgort to star in the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons movie.
History Channel slams the brakes on ‘Top Gear USA’; show may seek new network
'Top Gear USA' will end its run on the History Channel with Tuesday night's episode. Host Rutledge Wood hinted that the show may return, though.
The ‘Minecraft’ movie now has an official release date
Warner Bros. Pictures and Mojang have announced that the upcomig Minecraft movie based on the hit game will premiere in theaters on May 24, 2019.
Can you handle the truth? Aaron Sorkin teaching online screenwriting course
'MasterClass' is now offering a course from one of the top screenwriters on the planet.
The first full-length TV episode on Vine is available now, thanks to Adult Swim
Adult Swim has posted the first full-length TV episode on Vine: the premiere of the sketch-comedy show Brad Neely’s Harg Nallin' Sclopio Peepio.
Report: Matt LeBlanc threatens to quit Top Gear unless Chris Evans is ousted
According to The Sun, Matt LeBlanc may be demanding that Chris Evans be removed from the new Top Gear.
BBC’s new ‘Robot Wars’ resurrects your favorite wired warriors
We've Seen The House Robots For The 'Robot Wars' Reboot. And They're Freaking Awesome.
These ninja won’t be silent: Chan, Armisen among voice cast of ‘Lego Ninjago’ movie
The voice cast for Warner Bros. Pictures' upcoming Lego Ninjago movie reportedly includes Jackie Chan, Fred Armisen, Dave Franco, and more.
Studio may be eyeing ‘Star Trek Beyond’ director for live-action ‘Akira’ movie
A new, unconfirmed rumor suggests that Star Trek Beyond director Justin Lin could be a leading candidate to direct a live-action Akira movie.
‘Game of Thrones’ recap: Season 6 finale cleans house in a most violent way
The finale of season 6 of Game of Thrones was one of the bloodiest in the show's history. Check out our recap of everything that happened.
Amazon brings Dolby Vision TVs into the HDR fold with short list of titles
Since Amazon video began streaming HDR last year, only HDR10 was supported, but now the other major HDR technology, Dolby Vision.
No camera? No problem: French talk show uses iPhone when equipment fails
In the television industry, the show must always go on. And who was there to save the a French talk show when the cameras died? The iPhone, of course.
Latest ‘Star Trek Beyond’ trailer sets fresh footage over Rihanna’s new single
Paramount Pictures has released a new trailer for 'Star Trek Beyond' that features a preview of singer Rihanna's latest single, 'Sledgehammer.'
‘Finding Dory’ shoots down ‘Independence Day: Resurgence’ for a huge second weekend
Pixar's animated sequel Finding Dory continued to swim hard at theaters, and out-paced the underwhelming alien-invasion sequel Independence Day: Resurgence.
From stage to small screen: 5 radical comics with their own TV shows
Many stand-up comedians aspire to develop their own television series, following in the footsteps of highly-successful folks like Jerry Seinfeld
5 shows to stream this week: a Game of Thrones finale, the return of Bill Simmons, and more
How are you going to get through this week? By following our guide to the finest films and TV shows available now, of course.
Weekly Rewind: 3D-printed baby skulls, YouTube live, a wicked quick Swiss EV
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. So much news goes on that it's almost impossible for mere mortals with real lives to keep track of everything.
Actor J.D. Walsh gives random strangers their 15 minutes in this ingenious video
Two actors-turned-filmmakers gave strangers on the streets of L.A. their 15 minutes of fame in the unconventional short film, 'Run & Gun.'
Mark Wahlberg adds support to Veterans Charity Ride to Sturgis
Actor Mark Wahlberg teams up with Indian Motorcycle to support the 2016 Veterans Charity Ride to Sturgis, a nine-day epic journey from L.A. to South Dakota.
10 ‘fresh’ films that should have received rotten tomatoes
Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes labeled these movies 'fresh,' but they're all wildly overrated.
Watch the teaser for HBO's new stoner comedy 'High Maintenance'
HBO has released the first teaser trailer for 'High Maintenance,' its upcoming comedy series about a drug dealing and his clients living in New York City.
Between the Streams: Westworld fever, Rogue One relief, Finding Dory magic
This week: The new trailer for HBO's Westworld, the strange turns for Ridley Scott's Alien: Covenant, the sheer beauty of Finding Dory, and more.
HBO execs say Brexit won't have a 'material effect' on Game of Thrones
HBO says production shouldn't be affected after several media outlets report otherwise.
Jeep owners file suit over rollaway recall
Claiming Fiat Chrysler didn't sufficiently warn owners of the danger of a transmission recall, Jeep Grand Cherokee owners filed suit in federal court.
Creators of ‘Star Trek’ fan films given list of rules to follow to avoid being sued
Thirty-minute run times and funding limits are among the new restrictions on Star Trek fan films announced by CBS and Paramount.
Ignore the rumors: Lucasfilm pres says ‘Rogue One’ reshoots won’t alter character of film
Kathleen Kennedy says reshoots won’t look to change the film’s story, or even its tone.
How color theory is used to evoke emotions in the films we watch
To show how colors in films evoke emotion Vimeo user Lilly Mtz-Seara has created a collection of clips from movies throughout the past two decades.
‘Independence Day: Resurgence’ review
Independence Day gets a reboot with Resurgence, and there are plenty of explosions, but does it live up to the promise of the original?
'Game of Thrones' season 6 gets boost from streaming to new viewership highs
HBO's Game of Thrones has seen its viewership continue to rise, reaching a new high per episode during season 6. Streaming has provided a boost.
The latest cast addition to ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ is a ‘Better Call Saul’ star
Michael Mando is the latest star to join the cast of 'Spider-Man Homecoming.' Details about the 'Better Call Saul' star's role have not yet been revealed.
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Jason is a writer, editor, and pop culture enthusiast whose love for cinema, television, and cheap comic books has led him to work in the entertainment industry. A proud graduate of both Whitman College (Adam West’s alma mater!) and Syracuse University, he has worked at Marvel Entertainment, DC Comics, Warner Bros., and Screen Rant. At Digital Trends, he covers all things film and television, from ranking Alfred Hitchcock’s best films to examining the everlasting neuroses of Larry David. When he’s not obsessing over the latest Marvel Studios trailer, you can find him either working or surfing the web looking for the perfect fudge brownie recipe.