formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
Louisiana-based author William Collier claims that the Oscar-winning director-writer ripped off his novel, which McKay allegedly got a copy of more than a decade ago. Source: Netflix, Adam McKay Sued in Lawsuit Over ‘Don’t Look Up’ – The Hollywood Reporter
Streamers have criticized some of the planned regulation in the Media Bill, while Sky said on Tuesday, “it’s imperative that this bill now comes forward speedily.” Source: UK Government Plans for Streamer Regulation in King Charles III Speech – The … Continued
Disney will hold onto its marquee brands and Iger moves further away from his earlier anti-licensing position. Source: Disney Will License Some Content to Netflix, Bob Iger Says – The Hollywood Reporter
The streaming giant, which added 9 million subscribers in the quarter to total 247 million-plus global subs, stated to shareholders it is “committed” to resolving the SAG-AFTRA strike. Source: Netflix, After Cutting Spend During Strikes, Ups Free Cash Flow Estimate … Continued
The co-CEO also says the company’s early days of silence on viewership was a “promise to creators.” Source: Netflix’s Ted Sarandos: More Streaming Data Transparency Coming – The Hollywood Reporter
The streamer is operating the restored historic landmark in partnership with the American Cinematheque after closing a deal to buy the theater in 2020. Source: Netflix to Reopen Hollywood’s Iconic Egyptian Theatre Next Month – The Hollywood Reporter