American streaming service owned by Apple, focused on Apple Originals.
Ofcom has found 26% of UK viewers now turn to Netflix first when choosing what to watch, narrowly ahead of the BBC on 25%, while ITV is first for 15%. YouTube viewing has surged: TV viewing of YouTube has doubled since 2022 to 19 minutes a day and total daily YouTube time is 41 minutes. Traditional broadcasters’ weekly reach has fallen to 70%.
The upcoming film Digger has released a full trailer featuring Tom Cruise as oil tycoon Digger Rockwell. Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s satirical drama portrays a billionaire racing to avert an ecological disaster he helped unleash, with a high-profile cast and heavy prosthetics signaling a bold, potentially award-worthy performance. The film is set for release in October.
Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday features a multi-universe lineup with Robert Downey Jr. returning as Doctor Doom. The film, slated for December 18, 2026, follows Doomsday’s clash with the Fantastic Four and the X-Men, as Comic-Con previews reveal. Gosling is cast as Ghost Rider, while Ian McKellen, Patrick Stewart and others reprise or join roles across a sprawling ensemble.
Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey has wrapped filming across six countries and is poised for a global release, with IMAX 70mm and extended shooting still shaping its reach. Cast includes Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway, and the film emphasizes realism through on-location work and a record IMAX footprint.
Lando Norris clinches pole at the Hungaroring, with Leclerc second and Piastri third. Kimi Antonelli starts further back due to a grid penalty; the race is set to unfold amid a tight championship battle and the final sprint before the summer break.
A wave of data from the Home Office and football bodies shows rising incidents at matches, with officials arguing current policing funding—with taxpayers shouldering about £70m annually—cannot continue. The debate centers on safety, policing costs, and the future role of clubs in funding security outside stadiums.
Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actor known for Jia in Godzilla v Kong, has died at 18 in a Maryland car crash. The crash is under investigation with excessive speed cited as a factor. Co-stars and institutions offer tributes; family statements were shared in ASL.
The Odyssey has launched, with Matt Damon in the title role. Reports highlight Devyn Dalton as the standout stunt performer whose arms impressed Damon during a Laestrygonians sequence, prompting discussions about stuntwomen’s visibility. Interviews with cast members reveal training regimens, diet changes, and commitment behind the film’s physical demands.
Comic-Con 2026 in San Diego showcases Marvel, DC, Apple TV+ and more with Hall H premieres, exclusive collectibles, and a flood of in-person reactions that could shape upcoming releases.
National Geographic’s Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston is a docuseries blending scripted drama with archival reporting. Critics praise its human focus and production values but critique Hiddleston’s hosting style and the format’s balance of entertainment with history.
Courtney Stodden has spoken out about a 2012 Funny or Die sketch in which Jason Alexander allegedly touched her in a way that highlighted her then-17-year-old status. Alexander has apologized, while Stodden calls for accountability and support for AB 1267 to raise California’s minimum marriage age to 18. The controversy has renewed focus on child marriage laws across the U.S.
The Odyssey has sparked a global reaction as Nolan's adaptation, starring Matt Damon and a star-studded cast, receives rave reviews and strong box office. Musk has pledged a rival, historically accurate version, intensifying the debate over AI in cinema and casting. The Guardian reports Musk’s criticisms persist, while the BBC notes access to ancient artifacts during the US premiere.
A cluster of recent incidents at major airports has exposed gaps in check-in, security, and boarding processes across carriers. Reports show misissued tickets, mismatched seating, and inconsistent use of identity verification technologies, prompting scrutiny of airline procedures and security partnerships.
The Odyssey has been adapted by Christopher Nolan with major departures from Homer. Athena appears as Odysseus’s conscience, Nausicaa and the Phaeacians are omitted, the gods recede, and a new ending highlights Odysseus’s trauma and memory. Critics are weighing the implications for character, myth and the epic’s moral frame.
Paramount+ is rolling out a free, ad-supported tier and testing micro dramas as part of a broader product revamp. The moves are designed to attract new users, boost engagement, and drive future subscriptions, while streaming peers remain constrained by antitrust scrutiny over Paramount’s potential WBD acquisition.
Universal has taken takedown steps after a leaked version of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey circulated on X, with firms vowing to protect IP. The leak has not dented the film’s worldwide haul, which has surpassed $640m in two weekends and is positioned for a billion globally.
Apple reports strong revenue but warns that AI-driven memory shortages are tightening supply chains, forcing scrambling for chips and raising prices. Tim Cook signals on-device AI and a future Siri rollout as the company navigates memory costs and component constraints.
The Royal Shakespeare Company has opened The Mad King, a Game of Thrones prequel, in Stratford-upon-Avon. The 3h45m production brings younger versions of familiar figures to the stage with a 36-strong cast and innovative puppetry. Reviews are mixed on pace and poetry, but the project aims to broaden GoT’s reach beyond devoted fans.
David Robert Mitchell has released The End of Oak Street, a 1982‑set sci‑fi horror that transports a suburban neighbourhood into a dinosaur‑infested prehistoric landscape. Critics have praised Anne Hathaway’s performance and the film’s technical craft, but they have criticised its uneven tone, derivative Spielberg pastiche and an undercutting finale. Reviews started publishing 12 August 2026.
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton has been hospitalised after a TikTok livestream appeared to show self-harm. Emergency services recovered Hilton from his Miami home, and he is receiving medical care as his family requests privacy. TikTok says the video violated guidelines and was removed after a moderator error, with law enforcement notified.
Perez Hilton has been hospitalised after a Tuesday TikTok livestream appeared to show self-harm. Following police involvement, his family has posted statements emphasising the need for privacy for his children as Hilton receives medical care. TikTok has suspended his account after acknowledging a moderator error that allowed the video to remain online for 15–20 minutes.
Inquests have concluded that Claire Lomas's death from injuries sustained in a 2024 microlight crash in Jordan is accidental. The coroner notes no link to risk assessments and says investigations have yielded lessons. Lomas, a fundraising campaigner and Paralympian, was flying for an Apple-commissioned Adventure series when the aircraft crashed after aborting a landing.
Actor Mark Ruffalo has urged lawmakers to block Paramount Skydance’s $111 billion merger with Warner Bros Discovery, linking the deal to Oracle’s ties to Israel. Paramount calls the rhetoric antisemitic tropes; George Clooney defends Ruffalo’s right to speak. Over 170 Jewish artists have signed a letter supporting Ruffalo. The merger remains under antitrust scrutiny and on hold as debate intensifies.
Campaign Save Our Voices Now has secured support from actors as it pushes for a legal right for UK residents to own their vocal identity. The group cites voice-cloning risks and calls for government-legislated protection, with early backing from public figures and around 80 signatures on an open letter.
Apple has raised prices for Apple TV, Apple One, and related services. The increases affect monthly and annual plans, with Apple TV now at 14.99/month ($119/year) and Apple One at 21.95/month. Several rivals have also nudged prices, and Apple cites broader shifts in hardware and services pricing. The moves come as Apple emphasizes services revenue.
Irish actress Saoirse Ronan has expressed interest in playing the next Bond villain, as odds narrow on the star of Slow Horses, Letitia Wright’s successor, to take the 007 mantle. Ronan says she is “dead serious” about a villain part, while Emilia Lowden continues to be mentioned as a frontrunner for Bond. The pair would become the first married couple to work opposite each other in a Bond film if cast.
Cristina Rapti-Tzelepi has given birth in Athens to a daughter using an embryo frozen for more than 22 years, amid Greece’s 54-year age limit for IVF. Doctors say the case raises questions about the law as Greece faces a declining birth rate.
ITV confirms a panel refresh for The Voice UK, with Cheryl and Aitch joining as coaches and Sir Tom Jones leaving a full-time role. Emma Willis will host, with Solomon and Dixon taking over the presenting duties. The changes come amid insurance cost concerns and a push to refresh the show.
The Celebrity Traitors has won best reality competition at the NTAs, with Alan Carr receiving a special recognition award. Paloma Faith staged a coffin entrance, while Carr reflected on the year’s achievements as the ceremony celebrated multiple categories.
Jimmy Kimmel has said he will post his interview with Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico to YouTube rather than air it on ABC, accusing the Federal Communications Commission under President Donald Trump of threatening his show and local ABC affiliates. ABC and parent company Disney have sued the FCC over early licence reviews and new equal-time guidance.
The BBC has confirmed RuPaul’s Drag Race UK will depart BBC Three and iPlayer, moving future series to World of Wonder’s Wow Presents Plus. The decision is part of the BBC’s 500 million savings drive, with the current eighth series continuing on BBC Three and iPlayer before the move. Fans and contestants warn the shift may reduce queer representation on UK screens.
The Lammermuir festival has filled Amisfield Walled Garden near Haddington with a 100-tuba ensemble, under Artistic Director James Waters, to explore large-scale brass in outdoor space. The Guardian piece recounts the planning, acoustics, and collaboration with trumpeter Marco Blaauw.
Zeta-Jones says her children Dylan and Carys are pursuing acting and directing, calling the term nepo baby divisive. She argues the phrase is harmful and notes her kids are finding their own way in life, with both parents supportive of their careers.
A newly released slate of reviews examines a Covid-era romance and a Sundance-like indie road movie, both with uneven executions. The Guardian critics note the emotional aims, world-building, and performances, while raising questions about pacing, scope, and commercial strategy.
Matthew Rhys has become the first actor to win two lead acting Emmys in a single night, taking honors for Widow’s Bay (comedy) and The Beast in Me (limited series). He also holds a previous lead drama win, making him the first man to win in all three lead acting categories. Apple TV+’s Widow’s Bay dominates the night with 14 wins.
Apple TV’s Slow Horses returns for a sixth season, with Gary Oldman’s Jackson Lamb leading the Slough House misfits as they are hunted by ruthless killers. River Cartwright and Diana Taverner navigate a high-stakes game replete with return of old allies and foes. The show keeps its sharp tone while expanding the mythos with new threats and familiar faces.
Prime Video will stream the Emmys worldwide for free starting 2027, ending the rotating broadcast wheel that previously moved the ceremony among ABC, CBS, Fox and NBC. The six-year deal makes Prime Video the ceremony’s permanent home, with no Prime subscription required for viewers in more than 240 countries.
A new Apple Studios biopic foregrounds Tenzing Norgay’s life, recounting the 1953 Everest ascent with Hillary and shedding light on climate-change impacts in the Himalayas. The film features authentic Sherpa casting and multiplies the focus on Norgay’s perspective, while Nepali voices warn that melting glaciers threaten mountaineering communities.