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đź“…February 16, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Box office hits led by 'Wuthering Heights', major streaming mergers involving Netflix and Warner Bros., new OTT releases, and BAFTA nominations dominate entertainment news.
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Wuthering Heights Tops Box Office with $34.8M Debut

'Wuthering Heights', starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, earned $34.8 million domestically over the Presidents Day/Valentine's weekend, its biggest day being $14 million on Saturday. The film is performing even stronger internationally with $42 million expected from 76 markets. It outperformed newcomers like 'GOAT' and 'Crime 101' Source 3.

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Disney Crosses $1 Billion Global Box Office in 2026

Walt Disney Studios became the first to surpass $1 billion at the global box office this year, driven by 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' and 'Zootopia 2'. 'Zootopia 2' remains in the top 10 after 12 weeks. This milestone highlights Disney's strong start to 2026 Source 3.

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GOAT Animates Second Place with $26M Opening

Sony's animated 'GOAT', produced by Stephen Curry, debuted with $26 million domestically from 3,863 locations, projecting $32 million over four days. It earned an A CinemaScore and $15.6 million internationally for a $47.6 million global total. It's the biggest animated debut since 'Elemental' Source 3.

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Crime 101 Heist Thriller Opens to $15.1M

Amazon MGM's 'Crime 101', starring Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo, made $15.1 million in its first three days from 3,161 theaters. Despite a B CinemaScore and 56% male audience, it needs to recover its $90 million+ budget. Monday estimates push it to $17.8 million Source 3.

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Netflix Proposes $82.7B Acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery

Netflix amended its $82.7 billion all-cash offer for Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming and studios division, up from a cash-stock mix. Shareholders vote by April 2026. The deal includes assuming $10 billion in debt Source 2.

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Paramount Skydance Ups Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount Skydance enhanced its $108.4 billion bid with a 25-cent per share quarterly ticking fee from 2027 and coverage of Netflix's $2.8 billion termination fee. Warner Bros. Discovery is evaluating amid fiduciary duties. Closure expected in 10-12 months Source 2.

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Warner Bros. Discovery Eyes Renewed Sale Talks

Warner Bros. Discovery is considering reopening sale discussions with Paramount Skydance after their updated bid. This follows Netflix's competing offer. Comcast is also a contender in the acquisition race Source 4Source 6.

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79th BAFTA Awards: One Battle After Another Leads Nominations

Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' tops the 79th British Academy Film Awards with 14 nominations. Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' follows with 13. The event honors the year's best cinematic achievements Source 1.

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New OTT Releases: 56 Days, Kennedy, and More This Week

Prime Video streams '56 Days' on February 18 and Anurag Kashyap’s 'Kennedy'. Netflix offers 'Being Gordon Ramsay' and 'Chatha Pacha' on February 18-19. 'Last Week Tonight with John Oliver' returns for season 13 Source 1.

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Reality Check Documentary Critiques America's Next Top Model

Netflix's 'Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model' examines body shaming, race-swapping, and production tactics over 24 cycles. Features testimonies from winners like Whitney Thompson. It questions reality TV ethics Source 1.

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The Night Agent Season 3 Premieres on Netflix

Season 3 of 'The Night Agent' arrives on Netflix February 19, 2026. This thriller series continues to draw viewers amid a busy streaming week. Part of 13 new films and series across platforms Source 1.