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Netflix's acquisition bid for Warner Bros. sparks industry upheaval
Netflix has signed a final agreement to acquire Warner Bros. for about $72 billion, a move that would combine Netflix’s streaming scale with Warner’s library and franchises and intensify regulatory and industry scrutiny. Critics — including theater groups and guilds — warn it could threaten theatrical exhibition, reduce opportunities for non‑US content, and prompt antitrust pushback
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Paramount mounts competing bid for Warner Bros., escalating takeover drama
Paramount has entered the bidding for Warner Bros., creating a potential bidding war that raises financing, regulatory and integration risks and complicates Netflix’s pursuit of the studio. Industry observers say rival bids could force asset sales, divestitures, or joint ventures to satisfy regulators
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Writers and unions push back against Netflix–Warner Bros. deal
The Writers Guild of America and other Hollywood groups have publicly opposed the merger, arguing it could wipe out jobs, depress wages, and harm creative workers and audiences if the world’s largest streamer absorbs one of its biggest competitors. Guild statements and union warnings have amplified calls for regulators to block or condition the deal
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Box office: Zootopia 2 reclaims No.1 and tops $1 billion worldwide
Disney’s Zootopia 2 returned to the top of North American box office with $26.3 million in its third weekend and has now surpassed $1 billion in global grosses, demonstrating strong holiday‑season legs for franchise animation.
Avatar: Fire and Ash headlines pre‑holiday theatrical lineup
James Cameron’s upcoming Avatar: Fire and Ash is set for wide release Dec. 19, with Cameron discussing Pandora’s origins as the franchise continues its long‑running box‑office dominance heading into the holidays.
Sundance 2026 lineup revealed with high‑profile talent
Sundance unveiled its 2026 film slate featuring musicians and filmmakers including Charli XCX and Olivia Wilde, signaling a strong independent festival season and early awards‑season contenders.
Streaming strategy shifts: Netflix’s strong 2025 performance and ad push
Analysts highlight Netflix’s 2025 gains — including ad‑supported tier growth, improved margins and expansion into sports, gaming and experiences — positioning the company to pursue large acquisitions while facing new execution risks.
Concerns in South Korea over content displacement on Netflix
Korean industry figures warn that Netflix’s acquisition of Warner Bros. could reduce visibility and commission opportunities for Korean content on the global platform as Netflix prioritizes marquee Western IP.
Death of actor Peter Greene remembered
Character actor Peter Greene, known for playing Zed in Pulp Fiction, has died, prompting tributes across entertainment outlets to his career in film and television.
Golden Globe nominations spotlight early awards season favorites
The Golden Globe nominations named Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another among the top nominees, highlighting films and talent expected to dominate awards‑season coverage.
SAG/AFTRA and theater groups warn of threats to exhibition and labor from consolidation
Cinema United and labor organizations cautioned that consolidation — exemplified by Netflix’s bid — could accelerate exclusive streaming windows, threaten theater revenues and unsettle residuals and job security for performers and crew.
December comedy and holiday releases pack streaming and theatrical schedules
December’s release calendar includes a slate of new comedies and classic re‑releases (e.g., Wedding Crashers anniversary returns) across theaters and streaming platforms, offering a crowded holiday entertainment landscape.