JJ Abrams talks terrifying reveal to Disney execs, other Star Wars details on Stern
Several storylines have emerged from Star Wars: The Force Awakens director's recent appearance on The Howard Stern Show.
Apple suspends plans to develop live Internet TV service indefinitely
A new report claims that Apple has shelved its long-rumored plan to develop a live, online TV service aimed at cord cutters who have ditched cable.
Benedict Cumberbatch will soon be trickin’ Nazis as The War Magician
Benedict Cumberbatch helped defeat Nazi Germany in The Imitation Game, and the actor is ready for round two of WWII.
Kingsman’s Sofia Boutella might play The Mummy’s iconic monster
The eponymous monster at the heart of The Mummy reboot might be played by Kingsman actress Sofia Boutella.
Here’s the first look at Alexander Skarsgard as Tarzan
The first images form the upcoming film The Legend of Tarzan were released this week, featuring Alexander Skarsgard as the jungle hero.
Fuller House uses real life to explain Olsen Twins absence — sort of
The creators of Netflix's Fuller House have will reportedly use Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's real lives to explain Michelle Tanner's absence.
Zac Efron to join forces with Seth Rogen yet again in James Franco’s Disaster Artist
Zac Efron is joining forces with Seth Rogen yet again. The two will appear in the upcoming The Disaster Artist, which James Franco will direct and star in.
Lionsgate exec indicates the Hunger Games prequels would go back to the arena
Lionsgate Vice Chairman Michael Burns recently discussed the possibility of more installments in the Hunger Games franchise, namely prequels.
Watch: Stephen Colbert hypes Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show with Angels and buffalo wings
To promote Victoria's Secret's annual fashion show, three angels, Adriana Lima, Taylor Hill, and Behati Prinsloo stopped by Stephen Colbert.
Starz, Showtime, and more can now be added to your Amazon Prime account
Amazon has launched its Streaming Partners Program, which allows members to subscribe to streaming services through their Amazon Prime account.
Bad news for spoilers: Live-tweeting boosts Twitter TV impressions
Live-tweeting during television shows is responsible for 57 percent of TV impressions, according to Nielsen.
Sling TV CEO says Comcast data caps could crush Internet TV
The CEO of internet-based TV provider Sling TV called out Comcast in a recent interview, saying that the cable company is skirting net neutrality.
The gang hits the slopes in rad ’80s-style trailer for Always Sunny season 11
FXX have released a new trailer for season 11 of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, a hilarious VHS-style homage to the 1980s ski movies of yesteryear.
Marvel and Netflix hire Dexter showrunner for Iron Fist series
Dexter showrunner Scott Buck has signed on to helm the upcoming Marvel and Netflix series Iron Fist.
Evans, Downey Jr. discuss bad blood in Captain America: Civil War featurette
We get a sneak peek at some new footage and find out how Chris Evans' Captain America and Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man went from mad love to bad blood.
Jon Stewart back on set of The Daily Show to push for 9/11 first responders
Political comedian Jon Stewart returned to his old show for the first time last night, to support renewed healthcare for 9/11 first responders.
The 20 contenders for the VFX Oscar include Star Wars, Mad Max, and The Martian
Mad Max: Fury Road, and The Martian are among the 20 contenders for nominations in the Visual Effects category at this year's Academy Awards.
Marriott’s Gaylord Hotels brand now lets you stream Netflix, Hulu from in-room TVs
Marriott Hotels has rolled out a special version of the Netflix app, making the hotel brand the first authorized to offer the service to guests on TVs.
Austin cinema’s ultimate Star Wars marathon will test the mettle of even die-hard fans
Austin's Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is hosting the ultimate Star Wars marathon. Fans are challenged to watch all movies, plus The Force Awakens on repeat.
JJ Abrams says no post-credits scene for The Force Awakens
JJ Abrams was asked if there would be a post-credits scene or tease at the end of the upcoming Star Wars film and gave a shockingly straight answer.
Streaming saturation: Netflix to double its original content for 2016
Netflix exec Ted Sarandos has announced that the streaming service plans to nearly double its original scripted series count over the course of 2016.
Machine learning algorithm puts the words of George W. Bush in Barack Obama's mouth
A team from the University of Washington has developed a machine learning algorithm that can create an animated digital persona from online photographs.Â
Swords are out in first trailer for Netflix’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon sequel
Netflix has released the first trailer for the upcoming Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon sequel. Sword of Destiny is due out on February 28.
Netflix isn’t so chill when it comes to winning the Internet streaming wars
As per the new Global Internet Phenomena report streaming audio and video services now account for a whopping 70 percent of North American downstream traffic during peak evening hours, led by Netflix.
Kendrick Lamar leads this year’s Grammy Awards pack with 11 nominations
Compton-based rapper Kendrick Lamar leads the pack in nominations for this year's Grammy Awards with 11, most of which from To Pimp A Butterfly.
Mesa fired! Jar Jar Binks won't make an appearance in new Star Wars films
Much-hated Star Wars character Jar Jar Binks will not appear in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, according to a statement from the film's producer.
New trailer for DC’s Legends of Tomorrow brings the superheros (and villains) together
The latest preview of The CW's superhero team-up series Legends of Tomorrow looks to the future and brings its small-screen heroes and villains together.
Box office hits and misses: Krampus scares up a big opening weekend
Although it didn't take the top spot in the weekend's box-office rankings, Michael Dougherty's holiday horror movie Krampus outperformed expectations.Â
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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.