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AMC’s retail investors helped revitalize the movie theater chain’s business in 2021.

AMC Entertainment is fast-tracking its plan to refinance its debt, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal.

Sony Music Entertainment has acquired the entire recorded music catalog of Bob Dylan.

Paramount Pictures and Skydance said the seventh and eighth installments in the “Mission Impossible” franchise would be delayed due to the lingering pandemic.

Disney has formed a new international content group to expand its pipeline in local and regional markets and bolster its global subscriber numbers.

The fifth installment of the “Scream” franchise is projected to tally between $25 million and $30 million in U.S. ticket sales this weekend, Comscore said.

“Turning Red” is the third Pixar film to transition to Disney’s streaming platform during the pandemic.

Disney generated $1.17 billion at the domestic box office in 2021, the most of any studio in the industry.

Chris Cocks will be the new CEO of Hasbro starting February 25, 2022.

If you own a movie theater, “Spider Man: No Way Home” was the holiday gift you were waiting for. As omicron spiked across the U.S., it still managed to net more than $1 billion worldwide, a major victory for any film but especially after a two-year slump. While not every holiday film was a hit this year, “Sing 2,” “The…

The Aero Theatre screenings, presented by American Cinematheque, are a New Year’s Day tradition for local lovers of timeless comedy.

Bob Iger, outgoing Disney chairman and former CEO, isn’t giving up on movie theaters as an experience of the future.

“West Side Story” is a box-office bomb, having only generated around $36 million in ticket sales on a $100 million production budget.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” reached $1.05 billion at the global box office over the Christmas weekend.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” could become the first and only film released in 2021 to surpass $1 billion at the global box office.

Despite a string of cancellations, and at least two closed productions, Broadway won’t be shutting down as Covid surges in New York City.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” proves that audiences are ready to return to movie theaters, but the industry still faces major obstacles.

Bob Iger says the acquisition of Pixar is his ‘proudest decision’ because it led to the revitalization of Disney animation and the Marvel and Lucasfilm deals.

In order to hit lofty subscriber goals, Disney+ needs “more content for more people,” said former Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger.

If you watched TV or movies in the ’90s, you’ve probably seen something with Marty York. The 41-year-old’s credits include “Boy Meets World,” “Saved by the Bell,” “Hey Arnold!” and most famously Yeah-Yeah in the beloved 1993 baseball flick “The Sandlot.” York’s life has followed a similar arc to that of many child stars, describing himself as a “kind...

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” outpaced Sunday box office estimates to become the second-highest domestic opening of all time.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” shattered pandemic box office records this weekend, opening with an estimated $253 million in ticket sales.

Between Thursday previews and Friday showtimes, the latest “Spider-Man: No Way Home” has tallied $121.5 million in ticket sales domestically.

The most divisive time in recent history requires the most-relatable hero.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” scored $50 million in ticket sales from Thursday previews.

Peloton removed a viral ad starring Chris Noth from its social media accounts after sexual assault allegations against the “Sex and the City” actor surfaced.

Critics have reacted favorably to “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” as the film currently holds a 95% “Fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 152 reviews.

In 2020, Georgia was home to an estimated 242 film productions that added $2.2 billion to the state’s economy.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” is expected to top $100 million over its three-day debut, with co-producer Sony projecting the film will tally closer to $130 million.

Martin Scorsese’s alma mater, New York University, is establishing a film institute in his name after a gift from George Lucas and Mellody Hobson. The formation of the Martin Scorsese Institute of Global Cinematic Arts was to be announced Tuesday by NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. The institute will include a virtual production center, the Martin Scorsese Department of...

Shares of AMC Entertainment slumped 6.8% on Friday after CEO Adam Aron and CFO Sean Goodman sold significant portions of the stock.

Jussie Smollett was found guilty of five counts of disorderly conduct stemming from a January 2019 incident in which the actor alleged he had been attacked because of his race and sexual orientation.

Buddy the Elf’s enchanting ensemble will be on the block at Bonhams, as part of a larger Hollywood-themed event.

In a released excerpt of an “ABC News” interview, the actor said he does not know how a live bullet ended up on the set of the film.

For one night only, you can book an Airbnb stay at the iconic “Home Alone” house near Chicago (and not have to share a bed with Fuller).

Several seasonal favorites are ahead at the DTLA and Santa Monica locations, a Kids’ Club, and Elf Bingo Bonanza, too.

This kind of fervor has not been seen since 2019 when advanced tickets for titles like “Avengers: Endgame” and “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” went on sale.

The theater giant and Sony Pictures will offer 86,000 non-fungible tokens.

Over Thanksgiving, domestic moviegoers spent around $142 million on tickets for movies like “Encanto,” “House of Gucci” and “Ghostbusters: Afterlife.”

Disney’s “Encanto” has been largely praised by critics for its animation style, diversity and “spellbinding” songs.

Filming “Hamilton” and distributing it on Disney+ didn’t diminish demand for the Broadway musical, it amplified it, said creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Box office analysts are optimistic that more families will head to movie theaters this Thanksgiving since some kids have received Covid vaccinations.

Disney+ would have been the perfect place to introduce the characters of Marvel’s latest film “Eternals” prior to their on-screen debut.

Members of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) have ratified two contracts with Hollywood’s studios.

Disney and Marvel’s “Eternals” fell 61% in its second weekend in theaters, but it’s still hanging on to first place ahead of newcomers like “Clifford the Big Red Dog.”

MoviePass’ attempted resurrection comes at a time when many movie theater chains have bolstered their own paid loyalty programs with new perks.

Britney Spears’ conservatorship is over, a judge ruled Friday.

Members of a union representing film and television crews begin voting Friday on a tentative contract with Hollywood producers.

Many of us are used to seeing captions on TV or while watching movies at home, but they are not common in movie theaters. Now, AMC is changing that so that people who rely on captions can enjoy more movies.

AMC CEO Adam Aron has filed paperwork with the SEC that would permit him to sell 1.25 million shares of the company — worth about $48 million at current prices.

Disney reported earnings after the bell. Here are the results.

“The Worst Person in the World,” “King Richard,” and “tick, tick…BOOM!” are three of the works in the 2021 spotlight.

AMC said if the box-office grosses from October, November and December hit $2 billion, it would be able to post positive cash flow in the fourth quarter.

Netflix is eyeing a season two for its popular series “Squid Game,” but has yet to confirm production.

AMC Entertainment shares fell more than 5% in extended trading Monday even though its third-quarter loss was narrower than expected.

“Rogue Squadron,” which was slated for release on Dec. 22, 2023, has been removed from the calendar due to conflicts in director Patty Jenkins’ schedule.

Alec Baldwin took to social media Monday to urge Hollywood to hire police officers on all film and television sets that use guns.

“Eternals” secured $71 million in ticket sales during its domestic debut, the fourth-highest opening of the pandemic.

“Elf,” “A Christmas Story,” and other cinnamon-scented classics will unspool at the historic destination over several December dates.

Popcorn may be a staple at the movie theater, but it won’t be a “gamechanger” for AMC Entertainment, said Cinemark CEO Mark Zoradi on Friday.

Reconnect with the classic nyuk-makers at this long-running gag-tastic tradition, a post-Thanksgiving favorite.

AMC is entering the packaged food market and will begin selling its popcorn at mall kiosks, supermarkets and convenience stores in the U.S. next year.

Dwayne Johnson will only use rubber guns on his sets after the accidental shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of “Rust” last month.

Bruce Springsteen is in talks to sell the rights to his recorded music to Sony Music, according to reports from Billboard.

The owner of the Alvin and the Chipmunks franchise is considering a sale and looking for a price of around $300 million, sources tell CNBC.

The collectibles also include original handwritten scripts from the film and exclusive audio commentary from Tarantino himself.

October had the best ticket sale haul at the domestic box office of any month in 2021.

“Eternals” currently holds a 62% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Negligence on the set of “Rust” could lead to criminal charges against crew who inspected the gun Alec Baldwin fired, accidentally killing Halyna Hutchins.

Trial attorney Jeff Harris explains what he thinks could absolve actor Alec Baldwin of negligence in the fatal shooting on the “Rust” film set.

Authorities have not decided whether to file criminal charges in the accidental fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin of “Rust” cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

Investigators said they are not yet ready to determine if charges should be brought in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

The producers of “Rust” have hired a high-profile law firm to interview cast and crew about the accidental on-set shooting of Halyna Hutchins last Thursday

Denis Villeneuve will get the chance to create the second film of his planned two-part adaptation of Frank Herbert’s “Dune.”

The accidental killing of Halyna Hutchins on a movie set has sparked inquiries about working conditions for Hollywood crew members.

Box office receipts have steadily improved throughout the year, suggesting over time the box office will return to more normal levels.

Actor Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun on set Thursday, killing the director of photography working on his film and injuring its director, police said.

“Dune” has long been considered unfilmable, but director Denis Villeneuve may have cracked the code on how to bring this sweeping narrative to the big screen.

The Walt Disney Co. is pushing back the release dates of many of its upcoming titles, including the untitled Indiana Jones movie and the Black Panther sequel “Wakanda Forever.”

“Halloween Kills” generated an estimated $50.35 million in ticket sales during its domestic debut despite also being made available on Peacock.

The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers announced a new three-year contract.

By placing high profile content like “Halloween Kills” on Peacock, Universal is seeking to add value for existing customers and attract new subscribers.

So far as we know, there’s no biopic in the works about Robin Williams. But if there is to be one, we know who should play the late comedian: fellow funnyman Jamie Costa.

The union representing Hollywood crews announced Wednesday that its members will go on strike Monday if they cannot reach an agreement on a new contract.

“No Time to Die” tallied an estimated $56 million during its domestic opening weekend, the fourth-best debut of any James Bond film.

Just mention the unusually shaped building on Sunset Boulevard, with its all-concrete geodesic dome and many Angelenos get a wistful look in their eyes.

Advanced ticket sales for “No Time to Die” are giving box office analysts hope that film could have the best opening of the pandemic era.

Toy manufacturers are dealing with a bottleneck in the global transportation pipeline that threatens to keep popular products from shelves this holiday season.

Leash up your bestie for an outdoor screening of “Monsters, Inc.”; “Pup”-corn, pet vendors, and a photo costume contest are part of the party.

The Lone Pine Film Festival takes place near the Alabama Hills, an area that helped to give early Westerns, and later favorites, their distinctive look.

In a historic first, Russia is set to launch an actor and a film director to space to make a feature film in orbit

This decision allows IATSE to initiate a strike should talks with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers remain stalled.

“No Time to Die” is poised to top $100 million in ticket sales during its opening weekend.

“No Time to Die” scored an estimated $119.1 million in international ticket sales over the weekend.

“The Many Saints of Newark” is just the latest film to highlight the pitfalls of releasing content in theaters and on streaming platforms at the same time.

“Venom: Let There Be Carnage” tallied an estimated $90.1 million in ticket sales domestically over the weekend, the best box office haul since the Covid-19 outbreak began.

The James Bond franchise has generated more than $6.89 billion globally since 1962.

The union is calling for a new, three-year basic agreement that would provide behind-the-scenes workers higher pay, larger contributions to health and pension plans, meal breaks, improved rest periods and a bigger cut of the profits from streaming productions.

The 25th Bond film isn’t perfect, but explosive stunt sequences and a magnetic performance from Daniel Craig are enough to overcome an overly complicated and overly long plot, critics say.