Neighbours Faces Second Cancellation as Amazon Exits Production Deal
The iconic Australian soap opera Neighbours will conclude in December 2025 after Amazon withdraws support, just two years after reviving the series. The show, which helped launch stars like Margot Robbie and Kylie Minogue, requires new international funding to continue beyond its planned end date.
Amazon Reunites with 'The Expanse' Team for Epic New Sci-Fi Series 'The Captive's War'
The creative team behind 'The Expanse' is joining forces with Amazon MGM Studios for an ambitious adaptation of James S.A. Corey's latest book series. The new show promises to bring their signature world-building and character-driven storytelling to a far-future setting of galactic empires.
Streaming Giants Navigate Production Slowdown as Industry Adapts to Post-Strike Era
New Luminate report reveals an 8% decline in U.S. streaming content production during 2024, with drama series taking a significant hit. Despite the overall downturn, Netflix maintains dominance while Prime Video and Peacock show resilience in content output.
Emmy Winner Sterling K. Brown Declines Villainous Role in 'The Boys' Due to Scheduling Conflicts
Sterling K. Brown reveals he turned down a season-long antagonist role in Prime Video's hit series 'The Boys' due to filming location and existing commitments. The Emmy Award-winning actor maintains interest in superhero projects while focusing on multiple upcoming ventures including Hulu's 'Paradise'.
MrBeast's 'Beast Games' Tops Global Charts Amid Controversy and Legal Challenges
MrBeast's high-stakes competition show 'Beast Games' has claimed #1 on Amazon Prime Video globally within 26 hours of release, despite facing serious allegations and a class-action lawsuit. The $5 million prize show featuring 1,000 contestants dominates viewership across 82 countries while battling controversies over labor violations and production conditions.
Jonathan Nolan Reveals Journey from Digital Skeptic to Film Advocate
In a candid American Cinematheque discussion, showrunner Jonathan Nolan shares his evolution from doubting film's superiority to embracing traditional cinematography alongside actor Aaron Paul. The conversation explores their commitment to practical effects in shows like Westworld and Fallout.
Red One Shatters Amazon Records with 50M Global Views in Opening Weekend
Amazon MGM Studios' holiday action blockbuster 'Red One' starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans has broken streaming records with 50 million viewers in its first four days. The $200 million production's successful hybrid theatrical-streaming strategy sets a new benchmark for future releases.
Emmy Winner Aghdashloo Joins Wheel of Time as Ruthless Aes Sedai
Prime Video announces Emmy-winning actress Shohreh Aghdashloo will portray Elaida, a powerful and politically savvy Aes Sedai, in Season 3 of The Wheel of Time. The upcoming season, premiering March 2025, will adapt material from Robert Jordan's fourth and fifth books.
Reacher Season 3 Trailer Introduces a Colossal New Threat
Amazon's hit series returns with Alan Ritchson's Reacher facing his most formidable opponent yet - a 7'2" behemoth played by Olivier Richters. Based on Lee Child's 'Persuader', the eight-episode season premieres February 2025 with an intense undercover mission.
Reacher Star Alan Ritchson Promises Season 3 Will Be Series' Finest Hour
Alan Ritchson enthusiastically declares the upcoming third season of Prime Video's 'Reacher' will surpass previous installments. The new season, based on Lee Child's 'Persuader,' introduces formidable new adversaries and delves deeper into the protagonist's mysterious past.