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Nearly a decade after its original release, the Academy Award-winning musical La La Land will return to theaters beginning Aug. 16 as part of a special 10th anniversary celebration. Lionsgate announced the limited re-release, giving audiences another opportunity to experience writer-director Damien Chazelle’s acclaimed film on the big screen, with select screenings presented in Dolby Cinema for enhanced picture and sound.

Released in 2016, the film stars Emma Stone as aspiring actress Mia and Ryan Gosling as jazz pianist Sebastian, whose romance unfolds against the backdrop of Los Angeles while each pursues career ambitions. The cast also includes John Legend, Rosemarie DeWitt, J.K. Simmons, Finn Wittrock, Sonoya Mizuno and Tom Everett Scott. Chazelle reunited with composer Justin Hurwitz, whose score and songs became central to the film’s success.

La La Land earned 14 Academy Award nominations and won six Oscars, including Best Actress for Stone, Best Director for Chazelle and awards recognizing its original score and cinematography. The film also remains closely associated with the memorable Oscars ceremony in which it was mistakenly announced as the Best Picture winner before Moonlight was revealed as the actual recipient.

The anniversary celebration extends beyond the nationwide theatrical return. Los Angeles’ Griffith Observatory, one of the film’s most recognizable locations, is hosting special anniversary screenings featuring conversations with members of the creative team, while La La Land in Concert performances with a live orchestra conducted by Hurwitz are also scheduled as part of the milestone celebration.

Tickets for the theatrical re-release are now on sale.

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FX has announced that “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” will return for its 18th season on Aug. 17, with new episodes airing at 9 p.m. EDT on FX and FXX, streaming on Hulu in the United States and on Disney+ internationally.

The announcement coincided with the release of a promotional poster that sparked online debate after some viewers mistakenly believed it had been created using artificial intelligence. FX clarified that the artwork was produced through traditional artistic methods, and that the AI-inspired appearance was an intentional creative choice.

The long-running comedy will feature 10 episodes, marking its first double-digit season since Season 14 after the previous three installments each consisted of eight episodes. Charlie Day, Rob Mac, Glenn Howerton, Kaitlin Olson and Danny DeVito reprise their roles as the dysfunctional owners of Paddy’s Pub.

According to FX, the new season represents a return to the series’ roots while placing the characters in fresh situations involving workplace automation, conspiracy theories, neurodivergence, class divisions, tent encampments and changing attitudes toward alcohol. Season 18 will also feature celebrity guest appearances and the return of the McPoyle family, portrayed by Jimmi Simpson, Nate Mooney and Thesy Surface. FX noted that, after nearly two decades on the air, the central characters are now in their 50s while Frank Reynolds, played by DeVito, is in his 80s, adding a new dynamic to the show’s trademark satire and chaotic humor.

All previous 17 seasons remain available to stream on Hulu ahead of the Season 18 premiere.

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NBC will premiere “The Traitors: New Blood,” a new version of its Emmy-winning competition franchise that marks the first U.S. season built entirely around everyday contestants, on Sept. 17. The series, hosted by Alan Cumming, will premiere with a two-hour episode at 8 p.m. EDT on NBC, with subsequent installments streaming the following day on Peacock.

Unlike previous editions that featured reality television personalities and celebrities, “The Traitors: New Blood” will bring together 22 Americans selected from more than 60,000 applicants. The contestants will compete inside the Scottish Highlands castle that serves as the backdrop for the franchise, attempting to identify hidden Traitors while pursuing a $250,000 prize. If a Traitor remains undetected through the finale, that player claims the entire jackpot.

NBC first revealed plans for a civilian edition when unveiling its 2026-27 schedule, reflecting the growing popularity of the franchise. “The Traitors” has become one of Peacock’s biggest unscripted successes, earning multiple Emmy Awards, including honors for outstanding reality competition program and for Cumming’s hosting work. The new series will continue the traditional format that originated overseas, with contestants divided between Faithfuls and secretly assigned Traitors in a game of deception and elimination.

All previous seasons of “The Traitors” remain available on Peacock, while NBC plans to air “The Traitors: New Blood” on Thursday nights as part of its fall lineup.

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NBC is expanding The Voice franchise with a celebrity-focused competition that will feature actors, musicians, athletes, comedians, influencers and reality television personalities competing for the title instead of undiscovered singers. The network announced that Keke Palmer will host The Voice: Celebrity, while Joe Jonas will make his coaching debut alongside Queen Latifah and Riley Green. The new edition is scheduled to premiere in spring 2027 as the franchise’s 31st season.

Palmer succeeds longtime host Carson Daly, who has fronted the series since its 2011 debut. Although he is stepping away from hosting duties, Daly will remain involved with the program as a producer. Palmer, whose television résumé includes hosting NBC’s Password and starring in projects such as Nope and True Jackson, VP, takes over as the franchise introduces one of its biggest format changes to date.

The celebrity edition will retain the show’s signature Blind Auditions, Battle Rounds and coaching format while adding several behind-the-scenes elements. New features include “Voice Boot Camp,” offering a look at contestants preparing for their Blind Auditions, a “VIP Room” where competitors can watch performances together, and a “Workroom” that follows artists as they get ready for the Battle Rounds. The series will feature celebrities from a variety of entertainment and sports backgrounds competing rather than aspiring recording artists.

The announcement also extends the roles of Queen Latifah and Riley Green, who are set to debut as coaches on The Voice’s milestone 30th season this fall alongside Kelly Clarkson and Adam Levine. Jonas will join Latifah and Green for the celebrity installment, marking his first appearance as a coach on the franchise. Season 30 premieres Sept. 21, before the celebrity edition arrives next spring.

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Paramount+ and Paramount Network officially ordered a second season of the hit series “Dutton Ranch.” The “Yellowstone” spinoff features Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser reprising their roles as the volatile but fiercely loyal couple Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler, who have shifted their operations from the mountains of Montana to the plains of Texas.

The quick renewal follows unprecedented ratings performance for both the streaming platform and linear television. Within its initial seven days on Paramount+, the mid-May premiere captured 12.9 million global viewers, securing the title of the platform’s most successful original series debut. Concurrently, the broadcast on Paramount Network pulled in 2.9 million total viewers for its two-episode introduction, marking the most-watched cable series premiere since 2023 and dominating the key 18-to-49 viewer demographic.

Centering on the couple’s attempt to establish a new legacy in Rio Paloma, Texas, the narrative quickly entangles them with local adversaries. According to the official series logline, “As Beth and Rip fight to build a future together — far from the ghosts of Yellowstone — they collide with brutal new realities and a ruthless rival ranch that will stop at nothing to protect its empire,” creating a backdrop where “In South Texas, blood runs deeper, forgiveness is fleeting, and the cost of survival might just be your soul.” The ensemble cast supporting the central pair includes prominent stars Annette Bening and Ed Harris.

Executive transitions loom over the production as it heads into its second chapter, with a replacement showrunner yet to be named following the pre-premiere departure of creator Chad Feehan. Despite behind-the-scenes shifts, network executives expressed immense confidence in the property’s long-term viability. Jane Wiseman, head of originals for Paramount+, stated that “Beth and Rip are among the most iconic duos in television history, and we are thrilled to bring a whole new world to life with ‘Dutton Ranch’ for our subscribers around the world,” while corporate partners emphasized that the show successfully builds upon its legacy while carving out a distinct structural identity.

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Hulu has released the first trailer for The X-Files: I Want to Believe – Vrach Frankenshteyn, offering fans a preview of writer-director Chris Carter’s long-awaited R-rated director’s cut of the 2008 film. Set to premiere Aug. 14 on Hulu and Disney+, the new version restores Carter’s original, more horror-driven vision after the theatrical release was edited to secure a PG-13 rating. The updated title incorporates the Russian words for “Victor Frankenstein,” reflecting the film’s central inspiration and darker themes.

The film reunites former FBI agents Fox Mulder, played by David Duchovny, and Dana Scully, portrayed by Gillian Anderson, as they investigate the disappearance of several women and the mysterious case of a missing federal agent. Their only lead comes from a disgraced former Catholic priest who claims to be receiving psychic visions connected to the crimes. The newly released trailer highlights previously unseen footage, intensified violence and suspense, underscoring Carter’s effort to transform the story into the chilling thriller he originally envisioned.

Released six years after the original television series ended, The X-Files: I Want to Believe received mixed reviews and earned about $68 million worldwide, well below the franchise’s first feature film. Carter has said the studio pushed for a less intense version at the time, preventing audiences from seeing the darker cut he intended. The new edition represents an opportunity to revisit the project with restored scenes and an R rating that better aligns with its original concept.

The director’s cut arrives as interest in The X-Files franchise continues to grow. Hulu is also developing a reboot from filmmaker Ryan Coogler, starring Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel. Anderson has publicly supported the new series, encouraging longtime fans to approach it with an open mind while Carter’s restored version gives viewers a chance to experience Mulder and Scully’s final feature film as it was initially conceived.

The X-Files: I Want to Believe – Vrach Frankenshteyn premieres Aug. 14 on Hulu and Disney+.
See the trailer: HERE.

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