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If an entirely new Harry Potter TV series wasn't enough, Audible will debut an ensemble cast audio dramatization of the beloved novels later this year.

The audio series follows in the footsteps of previous successful Audible dramas, such as 1984 and The Sandman, boasting a stellar cast with names such as Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore, Matthew Macfadyen as Lord Voldemort, and Riz Ahmed as Professor Snape.

Another major casting sees Michelle Gomez take on the role of Hogwarts Professor Minerva McGonagall. Naturally, people have taken issue with yet another Harry Potter adaptation, and many have also thrown shade at the cast for taking part in an adaptation of J.K. Rowling's work.

In the case of Gomez, she quickly took to her Instagram Story (per Entertainment Weekly) to speak out against Rowling's anti-trans views.

BFI Presents "Green Wing" Special London Screening And Q&a | Lia Toby/GettyImages Michelle Gomez speaks...

Wherever the Harry Potterfranchise goes, controversy has seemed to follow, and the story is no different with the latest iteration of the Wizarding World. Michelle Gomez, who is set to portray Professor McGonagall in Audible's upcoming Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editionsaudiobook, has released a statement about the role. The project has generated controversy due to Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling'shistory of transphobic and anti-lgbtq+ comments.

"To my LGBTQ+ fans, and especially the trans community: I want to speak directly to the concerns that have been raised about my involvement in this project," Gomez said on her Instagram page. "I hear you, and I understand why this is painful for many. I want to be clear that I stand with trans people, and I support trans rights – fully and without hesitation." Gomez added:

"When I accepted this role, I did so as someone who has always loved the...

These are the times of re-release. One day, you are checking BookMyShow and a film you watched on television, sneaking away as a young girl, returns. It does not have to be great or even good—you hope to go to the theatre and remember what it felt like before, or if you like it at all now. They are like former lovers: familiar, complicated, demanding we remember who we used to be. The studios call it nostalgia. The accountants call it revenue. I call it the failure of the present tense.

I had not planned to write about Joe Wright’s 2005 film, “Pride and Prejudice.” Twenty years of critique or discourse on the film seemed sufficient. The arguments had been settled, or they had been abandoned. But something has happened to Jane Austen in the interim. She has become something else entirely. There are hundreds of enthusiasts on Instagram...

As filming continues on HBO’s new Harry Potter series, a surprising new video has fans buzzing — and it’s not from the set. The spotlight instead lands on a different adaptation: Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions, Audible and Pottermore’s ambitious new reimagining of the classic novels. The cast features a star-studded roster of over 200 performers, but one name is generating particular excitement: Arabella Stanton, the young actress voicing Hermione Granger in the first three installments of the audio series.

In a new behind-the-scenes video released to promote the Audible project, Stanton appears alongside Frankie Treadaway (Harry Potter) and Max Lester (Ron Weasley) as the trio answer Potter-themed trivia questions. While all three are charming, Stanton’s performance is an undeniable standout — bursting with wit, confidence, and unmistakable Hermione energy. Her sharp timing, bookish poise, and youthful enthusiasm have many fans convinced that this is the exact moment...

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The latest Harry Potter audiobook adaptation has a confirmed cast and release date. The new edition of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, narrated by Cush Jumbo, will be released on Nov. 4, 2025. The books, which are available for preorder now, are published by Pottermore Publishing and Audible Studios, and will be available on Audible.

The star-studded cast will include Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore, Matthew Macfadyen as Voldemort,...

While HBO still celebrates the casting of its new Harry Potter trio, Arabella Stanton is on her second victory lap as Hermione Granger already. The 11-year-old British actress was announced as the nerdy successor to Emma Watson‘s Hogwarts character in HBO’s ambitious multi-season series this May (via Harry Potter).

A mere 2 months have passed, and Arabella Stanton now moves on to her second gig as Hermione Granger even before stepping over the threshold of Platform 9¾ at King’s Cross. While this gives the young actress a headstart over her peers at Hogwarts, a true fanatic would consider this exactly in tune with the personality of our favorite Muggle-born overachiever.

Arabella Stanton Gets Crowned Twice as Hermione Granger Harry Potter trio for the new HBO series [Credit: Warner Bros. Television/ HBO]

As of August 2025, the 11-year-old Arabella Stanton has overshadowed not only her predecessor, the formidable Emma Watson, in her...

As the world gears up to watch the new — and already highly anticipated — Harry Potter TV series, Pottermore took the opportunity to announce the cast of yet another adaptation of the novel series written by J.K. Rowling. Titled Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions, the project brought to life by Pottermore Publishing and Audible has rounded out a high-profile cast to bring the classic story to life in audio format. The new Audible editions start rolling out this November.

The new version differs from traditional audiobook readings because it features a full cast of 200+ voice actors, whereas the common practice is to have one person reading the full content. Pottermore Publishing spared no expense when selecting the main cast members for the project: Hugh Laurie (House) will play Albus Dumbledore, Riz Ahmed (Sound of Metal) will voice Severus Snape, and Michelle Gomez (Doctor Who) will embody fan favorite Professor McGonagall.

Right now, the Harry Potter franchise is entering a new era. The beloved original movies are all over a decade old at this point, and they still remain a cultural behemoth. Yet still, an all-new live-action adaptation has already begun filming, coming to HBO in 2027. And that's not all: Audible will soon debut a full-cast audio drama of the books.

Of course, Harry Potter has been around in audiobook form for years and years. Look no further than the version narrated by Stephen Fry, which is probably the most famous audiobook version of the story. However, the new project being cooked up by Audible is far from a traditional audiobook; it's a full-blown, ensemble cast audio dramatization. It adapts all seven novels in immersive Dolby Atmos, with an original score and real-world sound effects.

In recent years, Audible has published numerous immersive, ensemble adaptations of popular books. For instance, one...

Hugh Laurie, famously known for his role in House, has officially stepped into the iconic purple robes while donning the half-moon specs of none other than Albus Dumbledore. Laurie is voicing the role of the legendary Hogwarts headmaster in Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions, an immersive audiobook series by Audible and Pottermore Publishing.

According to Variety, this isn’t just any audiobook. It’s a full-blown magical production featuring over 200 voice actors, an original score, and more than 2,000 hours of recording time. The first book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, drops this November, marking the start of a seven-part audio journey unlike anything we’ve heard before.

The project also stars Matthew Macfadyen as Lord Voldemort, Riz Ahmed as Severus Snape, and Michelle Gomez as Minerva McGonagall, with Cush Jumbo narrating the saga. But let’s be honest, all ears are on Hugh Laurie, especially as he follows...

Hold on to your chocolate frogs, Potterheads, because another reboot of Harry Potter is coming later this year, and it's one that you're going to want to tune in to hear. This new version runs separately from the HBO series that's currently in the works, and features a star-studded cast that will bring the characters from J.K. Rowling's successful novel series to life.

Variety reports that more than 200 voices will help bring the Harry Potter series to our ears for Audible in a stunning audio production from Pottermore dubbed Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions. All seven books in the series have been painstakingly re-recorded with a slew of familiar names, including Hugh Laurie (House) as Albus Dumbledore, Matthew Macfadyen (Succession) as Lord Voldemort, Riz Ahmed (Sound of Metal) as Professor Snape and Michelle Gomez (Doctor Who) as Professor McGonagall. Cush Jumbo (The Good Fight) will serve as narrator.

The Harry Potter wizarding world has found a brand-new Dark Lord to fear. But the Voldermort announcement might not be the one fans were expecting.

Per Variety, Audible, in collaboration with Pottermore Publishing, is conjuring up Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions, a bold, immersive retelling of J.K. Rowling's seven-book fantasy phenomenon. Matthew Macfadyen, best known for his role as Tom Wambsgans in Succession, will lend his voice to Lord Voldemort in this reimagined audio production. The actor's take on He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named will be one of more than 200 voices who will bring the magical world to life like never before.

Audible's new venture joins an expanding Harry Potter universe, as HBO's television adaptation has officially started filming in the U.K. Interestingly, there will be a slight crossover casting as Arabella Stanton, who will voice Hermione Granger in the first three audiobooks, is also playing the character in the HBO series.

The Harry Potter audiobook cast has been revealed!

Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions will feature all seven of J.K. Rowling’s book series with a cast of both stars and newcomers alike.

The first book, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” will be released in November with more to follow.

The full cast list for the books have been revealed, including the three kids, Dumbledore, Voldemort, and more.

Keep reading to find out more…

There’s also a trailer for the book series, which you can watch below.

Cast List (So Far):

Hugh Laurie (House) – Albus Dumbledore

Matthew Macfadyen (Succession) – Lord Voldemort

Riz Ahmed (Sound of Metal) – Professor Snape

Michelle Gomez (Doctor Who) – Professor McGonagall

Cush Jumbo (The Good Fight) – Narrator

Frankie Treadaway – Harry Potter (books 1-3)

Max Lester – Ron Weasley (books 1-3)

Arabella Stanton – Hermione Granger (books 1-3) *also cast as Hermione in HBO’s series!

Jaxon Knopf...

Pottermore Publishing and Audible have unveiled the star-studded cast lineup for Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions.

Hugh Laurie (House) is set to voice Albus Dumdledore, Matthew Macfadyen (Succession) will portray Lord Voldemort, Riz Amed (The Phonenician Scheme) voices Professor Snape and Michelle Gomez (Doctor Who) plays Professor McGonagall. Cush Jumbo (The Good Fight) will narrate.

Frankie Treadaway (Matilda The Musical), Max Lester (The Fantastic Four: First Steps) and Arabella Stanton (Starlight Express) will play Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger, respectively, in audiobooks one, two and three Jaxon Knopf (Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat), Rhys Mulligan (Matilda the Musical), and Nina Barker-Francis (Wolf King) will assume the roles of Harry, Ron, and Hermione respectively, beginning in audiobook four to the end.

They will lead an ensemble cast of 200+ performers.

Frankie Treadaway, Max Lester, Arabella Stanton as Harry, Ron and Hermione, respectively, in audiobooks one, two and three...

A lavish audio production of the Harry Potter novels has revealed its core cast, release date and trailer.

Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions transforms J.K. Rowling’s seven classic novels into immersive productions in Dolby Atmos, complete with an all-star voice cast, original music and real-world sound effects. It marks the first major update to the Harry Potter audiobook library in more than 25 years.

The cast will star Hugh Laurie (House) as Albus Dumbledore, Matthew Macfadyen (Succession) as Lord Voldemort, Riz Ahmed (The Night Of) as Professor Snape and Michelle Gomez (The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) as Professor McGonagall. Cush Jumbo (The Good Wife) will be the narrator. The production has a total of more than 200 speaking roles.

“I’m honored to have been trusted with the keys to Albus Dumbledore, and thrilled to be able to take him around the track of this beautiful incarnation by Pottermore and Audible,...

Get ready to say hello to the Bennet sisters once again in the Netflix adaptation of the classic Jane Austen novel Pride and Prejudice. The upcoming six-part limited series will transport fans back to the early 1800s, when the Bennet family resided in England. This particular story follows the second eldest of the Bennet sisters, Elizabeth, as she falls in love with a dashing, upper-class gentleman named Mr. Darcy. Netflix has shared the first official photo from the production while also unveiling the full cast list — and fans will likely recognize a name or two among the cast members.

According to Netflix, Emma Corrin (The Crown) will take on the role of Elizabeth Bennet, while Jack Lowden (Slow Horses) will play Mr. Darcy. Meanwhile, Rufus Sewell (The Diplomat) will portray Mr. Bennet and Olivia Colman will play Mrs. Bennet. Other members of the star-studded cast include Freya Mavor (Industry) as Jane Bennet,...

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This July, Paramount+ is a little light on original content as nothing new is coming out on the streaming service aside from the new crime docuseries, Murder 360. However, for the purposes of this article, we are only including the films that are coming to Paramount+ next month and have a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score. So, check out the 9 best films coming to Paramount+ in August 2025 with a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score.

Adaptation (August 1) Rt Score: 90% Credit – Columbia Pictures

Adaptation is a comedy-drama film directed by Spike Jonze from a screenplay by Charlie Kaufman. Based on the 1998 non-fiction book titled The Orchid Thief by author Susan Orlean, the 2002 film follows writer Charlie Kaufman as he is tasked with adapting a book by Susan Orlean into a screenplay, but his crippling self-doubt and freeloading brother make the task extremely difficult.

Netflix has released a first look at Pride and Prejudice, its six-episode, “faithful, classic adaptation” of the Jane Austen novel, as production gets underway in the UK.

Written by Dolly Alderton (Everything I Know About Love) and directed by Euros Lyn (Heartstopper), the miniseries’ previously announced castings included Emma Corrin and Olivia Colman, who previously collaborated on Netflix’s The Crown, as Elizabeth Bennet and Mrs. Bennet, while Jack Lowden (Slow Horses) will play Mr. Darcy.

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Jane Austen’s most celebrated work has returned, this time in the form of a Netflix series. Casting for the new Pride and Prejudice has included some big names, and now even more have been added to the cast. After announcements that Emma Corrin would be taking over the role of Elizabeth Bennet and the incomparable Olivia Colman would take on her mother, Rufus Sewell has joined the family as Mr. Bennet. On the less beloved side of the spectrum is the character of Mr. Whickham, who Enola Holmes’own Louis Partridge will portray.

This most anticipated addition is, of course, who will play the reserved Mr. Darcy. After famous actors such as Colin Firth and Matthew Macfadyen made the role their own, Jack Lowden will be taking on the task. This ensemble cast wouldn’t be complete without the villainous Catherine de Bourgh, portrayed by Fiona Shaw. Interestingly enough,...

Netflix has officially shared a first look at its upcoming Pride and Prejudice series. The full cast for the reboot of the 2005 film, starring Keira Knightley, has also been revealed.

Per Variety, the first-look photo showcases the Bennet sisters standing in a field. The supporting cast was also revealed. Production on the new Netflix six-part limited series has just started on location in the United Kingdom. It promises to be a faithful adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, with Heartstopper's Euros Lyn directing with screenwriter Dolly Alderton.

Image via Netflix

New actors joining the Jane Austen adaptation include Rufus Sewell (The Diplomat) as Mr. Bennet, Freya Mavor (Industry) as Jane Bennet, Jamie Demetriou (Stath Lets Flats) as Mr. Collins, Daryl McCormack (Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery) as Mr. Bingley, Louis Partridge (House of Guinness) as Mr. Wickham, Rhea Norwood (Heartstopper) as Lydia Bennet, Siena Kelly (Black Mirror...

Exclusive: Rosalind Eleazar (Slow Horses) has landed the lead role of Misty Green in Chris Rock’s first feature for A24, a currently untitled project that Rock is starring in and helming from his own script. Others newly aboard to star include Adam Driver (Megalopolis), Daniel Kaluuya (Judas and the Black Messiah), and Anna Kendrick (Another Simple Favor).

Currently in production in Los Angeles, the film follows Misty Green, a gifted actress with a derailed career until someone from her past offers her a chance at a comeback. Character details for Driver, Kaluuya, and Kendrick are under wraps.

Peter Rice, Rock and David Worthen Brooks are producing, with Nelson George, Shaum Sengupta and Miles Alva exec producing.

Best known for her role of Louisa Guy on Apple’s Emmy-winning series Slow Horses, led by Gary Oldman, Eleazar also recently starred in Netflix’s Harben Coben thriller Missing You. Other TV...

“You must know it was all for you. If your feelings are still what they were, please tell me so at once. My affections and wishes have not changed, but one word from you will silence me forever. If, however, your feelings have changed, I will have to tell you: you have bewitched me, body and soul, and I love you. I never wish to be parted from you from this day on.”

These lines may feel familiar as we revisit the tall, handsome, and noble Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy. This dialogue comes from the 2005 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, which, in 2025, marks its 20th anniversary. The novel Pride and Prejudice has been adapted for the screen numerous times since the 1940s, each offering a distinct interpretation of Austen’s world. However, the 2005 film, directed by Joe Wright, stands out as a remarkable reinvention that brings a fresh, modern charm to the classic tale.

One of the longest-running sitcoms in television history, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, has been pushing boundaries since it first premiered on FX back in 2005. The dark comedy has built a cult following over the years by embracing bad behavior, inappropriate humor, and a fearless attitude toward satire. It’s the kind of show many argue shouldn’t work in today’s climate, yet somehow it continues to thrive.

For nearly two decades, It’s Always Sunny has stayed remarkably consistent in tone, style, and structure. One of its most iconic elements? That upbeat, classical theme song contrasts perfectly with whatever unhinged chaos follows. But in Season 17, Episode 4, the gang did something unthinkable. They broke a 17-year tradition. And they didn’t just do it for shock value. They did it to take a shot at modern prestige TV.

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Changes Its Title Song for Season 17 Episode...

When it comes to book adaptations, fans of the literature are the hardest to please. And when it comes to fans of classics like Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, well, the expectations are mounting, and it is something that Netflix is about to taste soon, given that it is currently making a six-episode series on the novel, which, to be frank, no one asked for.

Given how Netflix treated the adaptation of Austen’s other iconic novel, Persuasion, understandably, the fandom isn’t happy. While fans still had hopes, expecting the streaming giant would have learned something from the 2022 Dakota Johnson-starrer film, the streamer recently revealed one detail that is already stirring controversy: excluding the most famous moments in British period drama history.

Netflix Axes the Lake Scene: Mr. Darcy Stays Dry The famous wet shirt scene | Credits: BBC

While there is a widespread debate about who was the better Mr. Darcy,...

Daisy Edgar-Jones será su Elinor. © Getty Images & Columbia

Por lo que hemos podido saber, el actor británico George MacKay dará vida a Edward Ferrars en la nueva adaptación cinematográfica de Sentido y sensibilidad, la célebre novela de Jane Austen, que Georgia Oakley (Blue Jean) dirigirá para Focus Features.

MacKay recogerá así el testigo de Hugh Grant, quien inmortalizó al contenido y noble Ferrars en la versión firmada por Ang Lee, con guion de Emma Thompson y Óscar al Mejor Guion Adaptado incluido.

En esta nueva lectura del clásico austeniano, será la actriz en pleno ascenso Daisy Edgar-Jones quien encarne a Elinor Dashwood, el interés amoroso de Ferrars, mientras que Esme Creed-Miles (Hanna) interpretará a su hermana Marianne.

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Como muchos ya sabrán, Sentido y sensibilidad, publicada en 1811 bajo el seudónimo de «A Lady...

Keira Knightley’s Pride & Prejudice Returns To Indian Theatres – 3 Reasons You Must Experience This Romance Classic On The Big Screen! ( Photo Credit – Netflix )

Based on Jane Austen’s novel of the same name, Pride and Prejudice is one of the classic movies in Hollywood ever made, featuring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen in the lead. Directed by Jon Wright, the film is getting re-released in India on July 25, 2025, to celebrate its 20th anniversary. The multiplex chain PVR Inox has collaborated with Universal International Pictures (Uip) for this occasion.

Released back in 2005, the movie is set in the 19th century, in which Knightley plays Elizabeth Bennet, who navigates her life through the class system, family, and love. However, her life takes a turn when she meets Mr. Darcy (Macfadyen), who is wealthy but stays aloof, which leads to a lot of misunderstandings between them. But ultimately, they find their own balance between right and wrong,...

One of the most widely adapted books of all time, Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, is about to get a new adaptation. After the Dakota Johnson-starrer mishap of Persuasion and the recent news of Focus Features working on a new Sense and Sensibility adaptation, the iconic classic is the next in line to get a new adaptation.

With production currently underway, the Netflix series is being written by Dolly Alderton and directed by Heartstopper’s Euros Lyn. A six-part limited series, the Regency-era swoon-worthy rom-com has already had fans buzzing with anticipation, although not all fans seem to be pretty elated with the news. Nonetheless, here is all you need to know about it all.

Netflix’s Pride and Prejudice: Release Date and Cast Emma Corrin as Princess Diana in The Crown | Credits: Netflix

Following the success of Matthew Macfadyen and Keira Knightley starrer 2005 Pride and Prejudice film adaptation,...

Esmé Creed-Miles has joined Daisy Edgar-Jones in the new adaptation of Sense and Sensibility from Focus Features and Working Title Films.

Miles will portray Marianne Dashwood, previously portrayed by Kate Winslet in the 1995 film directed by Ang Lee. The actress posted photos with the novel as a subtle announcement that she had gotten the co-lead part. Edgar-Jones will star as Elinor Dashwood.

Georgia Oakley will direct the remake of Lee’s film from a script by bestselling author Diana Reid. Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner of Working Title will produce alongside India Flint of November Pictures and Jo Wallett.

The project marks another collaboration between Focus and Working Title on a piece of Austen’s work following their collaboration on the Oscar-winning Pride & Prejudice (2005) starring Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfadyen, Rosamund Pike, Donald Sutherland, Carey Mulligan, Jena Malone, Kelly Reilly and many more, as well as the 2020 adaptation of Austen’s Emma starring Anya Taylor-Joy,...

While you wait for Season 4 of The Morning Show, here are a few dramas that can fill your void perfectly. Offering similar themes of workplace dynamics, relationships, power struggles, and character-driven narratives, the list incorporates those shows that can fill your time till your favourite show hits the screens.

Fans of the The Morning Show show are well aware of the novelty of the modern workplace and know how people can backstab when you need them the most. The list below is a unique blend of powerful chronicles wherein stakes are high, female characters are complex, and there is an insightful exploration of authority, while showcasing a plot that blows viewers’ minds.

5. The Newsroom Olivia Munn in The Newsroom / Credits: HBO Key FactsThe NewsroomIMDb Rating8.6/10Rotten Tomatoes48%Streaming Platform (USA)HBO Max

Regarded as a close cousin of The Morning Show, Aaron Sorkin’s The Newsroom delves into the world of news broadcasting and reporting.

Wolf Kasteler has two new senior vice presidents.

The bicoastal public relations and consulting firm has promoted Allie Jenkins and Chelsea Hayes in the agency’s Los Angeles and New York offices, respectively. With their new senior vp titles, the pair will be charged with partnering across teams to help shape strategy, guide emerging talent and support operational procedures while working alongside vice presidents Lauren Appel, Christa Dallas, Caryn Leeds and Annick Oppenheim.

In a joint statement, Wolf Kasteler partners Annett Wolf and Annick Muller said, “They’ve consistently brought passion, strategy and unwavering commitment to our clients — leading major campaigns and fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. This promotion reflects the trust they’ve earned from us, our clients and the industry.”

Jenkins started her career by working in global branding at ICM in 2010. She moved to ID-pr in 2011, and segued to a position at Wolf Kasteler two years later.

Public relations and consulting firm Wolf Kasteler has elevated Allie Jenkins and Chelsea Hayes to SVP in the agency’s Los Angeles and New York offices, respectively.

“We are incredibly proud to announce the promotion of Allie Jenkins and Chelsea Hayes to Senior Vice President,” said Annett Wolf and Annick Muller, Partners at Wolf Kasteler. “They’ve consistently brought passion, strategy, and unwavering commitment to our clients — leading major campaigns and fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. This promotion reflects the trust they’ve earned from us, our clients, and the industry.”

As SVPs, Jenkins and Hayes will take on expanded leadership duties — partnering across teams to help shape agency strategy, emerging talent, and support operational excellence alongside the existing VPs which includes Lauren Appel, Christa Dallas, Caryn Leeds and Annick Oppenheim.

Jenkins began her career in Global Branding at ICM in 2010, and moved to Idpr in 2011 before joining...

Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman’s Brownstone Productions have entered into a new first-look deal with Universal Television, where the company will develop and produce TV series for broadcast, streaming and cable.

Under the partnership, Brownstone is developing “Pitch Perfect: K-Pop Idols” for Peacock, a comedy series written by Joel Kim Booster (“Fire Island”) that follows a struggling singer-songwriter whose life completely turns upside down when she finds herself auditioning to be a part of the first all-American K-pop group.

Booster, Banks and Handelman serve as executive producers alongside Gold Circle Films’ Paul Brooks and Scott Niemeyer and director Jason Moore (“Pitch Perfect”).

In addition, Brownstone is developing “Crush” for Peacock, a series co-produced by UCP and Universal Television inspired by the 1995 episode of “The Jenny Jones Show” titled “Revealing Same-Sex Secret Crushes.”

The devastating and darkly funny series, which is written by Addison McQuigg (“Bloodline”), is set within the...

Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman’s Brownstone Productions has inked a first-look deal with Universal Television (Utv), Variety has learned exclusively.

The company was previously set up under an overall deal at Warner Bros. Television. Under the deal, Brownstone will develop and produce TV series with Utv across all platforms. Furthermore, Brownstone has promoted Anna Hughes to vice president and Kristen Spence to creative executive. They will report to Krissy Wall, who is Brownstone’s head of television. Alison Small serves as head of film.

“Brownstone Productions first emerged from the primordial swamps of Universal Pictures, so it’s only natural that our next evolutionary leap happens with Universal Television. We’re thrilled to continue growing with such a stellar team and deeply grateful to Donna, Pearlena and Erin for their support. We’ll do our best to make them proud—and hopefully cause just the right amount of chaotic joy along the way.

It’s the year 2025 and we are blessed with not one, and dare we say not even two, but three new Jane Austen adaptations. Ms. Austen herself turns 250 years old this year, and it’s not a moment too soon to celebrate the life and works of the iconic author.

Now, exactly two decades after Joe Wright’s “Pride & Prejudice” made cinematic history with the Darcy (Mathew Macfadyen) hand flex seen ’round the world, there are a number of modern adaptations in the works, not to mention other recent works inspired by her life and most beloved novels, from the film “Jane Austen Wrecked My Life” to the series “Miss Austen.”

And “Pride & Prejudice” is hardly the only Austen book getting new life in two (!!) formats, as Austen seems to suddenly be everywhere, all over again. Ahead, we break down the upcoming adaptations, and provide some guidance on...

One of Jane Austen's most popular novels is getting another movie adaptation, with the first casting revealed. Many of the author's most popular works have been adapted for the screen several times. Pride and Prejudice, for instance, has been adapted into the 1995 BBC series starring Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth and the 2005 film starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen.

Pride and Prejudice is also being adapted into an upcoming Netflix series starring Emma Corin, Jack Lowden, and Olivia Colman. Jane Austen's novel Emma has also been adapted multiple times, including the 1996 version starring Gwyneth Paltrow and the 2020 version starring Anya Taylor-Joy. Now, another one of her novels will be receiving a second film adaptation.

Focus Features and Working Title Films have announced that a new Sense and Sensibility movie is in the works, with Daisy Edgar-Jones starring as Elinor Dashwood. Georgia Oakley will direct from a script written by Diana Reid.

Daisy Edgar-Jones will star in a remake of “Sense and Sensibility,” which is in the works at Focus Features.

Georgia Oakley (“Blue Jean”) will direct the new take on Jane Austen’s classic with Diana Reid set to adapt the screenplay. Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner of Working Title Films will produce alongside India Flint of November Pictures and Jo Wallett.

Originally published in 1811 with the byline “By a Lady,” “Sense and Sensibility” was the first novel by Austen, who later wrote such literary classics as “Pride and Prejudice,” “Emma” and “Persuasion.” The story of “Sense and Sensibility” follows sisters Elinor (Edgar-Jones) and Marianne Dashwood, who navigate love, loss and financial uncertainty as they are forced to leave their family estate in Sussex. The role of Marianne Dashwood hasn’t been announced yet.

Edgar-Jones shared the news on Instagram, where she posted a photograph of herself with the novel in hand.

We will update this article throughout the season, along with all our predictions, so make sure to keep checking IndieWire for the latest news from the 2025 Emmys race. The nomination round of voting takes place from June 12 to June 23, with the official Emmy nominations announced Tuesday, July 15. Afterwards, final voting commences on August 18 and ends the night of August 27. The 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards are set to take place on Sunday, September 14, and air live on CBS at 8:00 p.m. Et/ 5:00 p.m. Pt.

The State of the Race

Outside of a couple performances, there is not much consensus on which contenders will be nominated for the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie. In addition to “The Penguin” being a critical and commercial hit, star Colin Farrell already won several awards for his work on the HBO show this past winter, so...

In order to get the perfect shot in a movie, that sometimes means waking up at dawn, or worse, before dawn. The cast in the scene, the crew involved to prep, the director, everyone up when the last thing people are thinking of is being conscious. In the 2005 adaptation of the Jane Austen novel, Pride & Prejudice, one of the most iconic scenes was filmed at, you guessed it, the crack of dawn. It's the scene where Mr. Darcy (Matthew Macfadyen) confesses his love to Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) as the morning sun rises. Macfadyen's Darcy utters the swoon-worthy iconic words, "You have bewitched me, body and soul, and I love... I love... I love you."

Despite the intimacy of the one-on-one scene between Lizzie Bennet and Mr. Darcy, in actuality, in addition to of course, the crew, Knightley and Macfadyen weren't as long as the scene would suggest. In a recent Variety's Actors on Actors,...

Dakota Johnson recently shared the screen with fellow Marvel stars Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal in a complex love story, Materialists. The movie follows a successful New York City matchmaker who finds herself caught in a love triangle, torn between a wealthy financier, Harry Castillo, and her ex, John.

Directed by Celine Song, the film comes from A24, which recently released a viewing syllabus revealing that Materialists draws inspiration from several classic romantic films, including Keira Knightley’s Pride & Prejudice.

Materialist draws inspiration from classic romantic cinema

Following the emotional resonance of Past Lives, director Celine Song returns with Materialists, a romantic drama which also promises to be a love story intricately woven with the threads of romance and the complexities that surround it.

Materialist | Credit: A24

The film has successfully struck a chord with audiences and critics alike, earning mostly positive reviews. Many have praised the undeniable and effortless chemistry among the cast.

When Pride & Prejudice hit theatres in 2005, it felt like a fresh breeze through a timeless take. Starring actress Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen, the movie brought Jane Austen’s beloved characters to life with rich visuals and a modern energy that somehow didn’t lose the vibe of the original.

And all of this was only possible because of screenwriter Deborah Moggach. While many expected a reinvented Jane Austen story to suit contemporary taste, Moggach had something else in mind. Let’s dive deeper!

Deborah Moggach believed Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice story was already perfect

Pride & Prejudice completely transformed cinema when it was released in 2005. Based on the work of Jane Austen, it captivated everyone from the get-go. It was definitely a masterpiece, and when screenwriter Deborah Moggach was asked to write the screenplay, she did everything in her power not to mess with the original.

Few romance genre movies come close to the 2005s Jane Austen adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. Almost everything about that movie is perfect, from Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen’s casting to its quotable dialogues, to the climactic pouring rain scene – it’s always a great watch and the movie is currently celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Now the fan-favorite feature is available to stream on HBO Max.

Back in 2005, the BBC adaptation spoke to modern times and defined love for a generation. As one of the beloved romance films, Pride and Prejudice is Austen’s best adaptation of love and misunderstanding, bedazzled with romance, wit, and an emotional core. Directed by Joe Wright, the feature follows Elizabeth Bennet (Knightley), who meets the handsome Mr. Darcy (Macfadyen) and feels he is the last man on earth she could ever marry. Thanks to her family’s pressure, when their lives become intertwined,...

If you’ve ever binge-watched Succession and found yourself both terrified and weirdly obsessed with Shiv Roy, you’re not alone. Sarah Snook absolutely ate in that role, delivering ice-cold stares, corporate savagery, and power suits with the kind of precision that made Shiv one of TV’s most unforgettable characters. Behind all that boardroom bravado, though? A wildly talented Aussie actress with layers we rarely see offscreen.

Sarah didn’t just play the game; she redefined it. And while we know her as the cunning Roy sibling who could emotionally devastate someone with a single eyebrow raise, there’s so much more to her than HBO boardrooms and billion-dollar backstabs.

From almost turning down the role that changed her life to memorizing 60,000 words while literally breastfeeding, proving she’s that girl. We dug up some seriously unexpected facts about Sarah Snook that’ll leave you even more obsessed. Let’s get into it.

Max will give audiences an early look at Jesse Armstrong’s new movie, “Mountainhead.”

The HBO original film, which was set to debut on May 31 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt across HBO and Max, will now be available for viewers to watch earlier on Max, beginning at 12:01 a.m. Pt/3:01 a.m. Et, the streamer announced Friday.

Even with the early Max debut, “Mountainhead” will still air on HBO at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt, when it was originally scheduled.

“Mountainhead,” which marks Armstrong’s feature directorial debut, centers on a foursome of tech billionaires who get together against the backdrop of a rolling international crisis, per the official logline.

In “Mountainhead,” which wrapped production in Park City, Utah in early April, Steve Carell stars as Randall and Jason Schwartzman stars as Souper (Hugo Van Yalk) while Cory Michael Smith stars as Venis and Ramy Youssef stars as Jeff.

Listen, you don’t have to wait until Valentine’s Day to have your strings pulled on. We’re here to list all the romance movies on Netflix that will have you ready to snuggle up under your boo.

This list includes ultimate classics, vampire-wolf-human love triangles and one title you’ll need to watch before it leaves the streamer this month. After Netflix dropped its hit teen love series “Forever,” TheWrap thought it’d be best if we share some romantic cinematic goodies as well.

Here’s our list of the seven romance movies that will leave you swooning.

Greta Lee and Teo Yoo in “Past Lives” (Credit: A24) “Past Lives”

One of the sweetest love tales to hit Netflix screens after its theatrical run was Celine Song’s “Past Lives.” Starring Greta Lee and Teo Yoo, the film follows the journey of two childhood friends, Nora and Hae Sung,...

We are fast approaching the middle of the year and have already witnessed some of the best movies and TV shows on everyone’s favorite streaming platform, Netflix. However, this was only the start and as summer 2025 kicks off, Netflix is rolling out a vibrant lineup of new movies, TV shows, originals, and documentaries to keep viewers entertained.

With June just days away, the month will bring several enticing new entries and highly anticipated seasons and movies, including Ginny & Georgia: Season 3 and The Ultimatum: Queer Love: Season 2. Fresh films such as Cheers to Life and documentaries like Cocaine Air: Smugglers at 30,000 Ft. add global flair.

However, some classics, including Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy or the classic Matthew McFadyen starrer Pride & Prejudice, will depart the platform. So here is a comprehensive guide that dives into everything arriving, premiering, and leaving Netflix in June 2025, ensuring you don’t...

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Because "Succession" began its run in 2018 in the shadow of HBO juggernauts like "Game of Thrones," which was drawing to a close and ultimately ended in 2019, I feel like it didn't get a ton of attention while everyone was laser-focused on Westeros and who would end up atop the Iron Throne. As "Succession" continued, though, Jesse Armstrong's show about an evil, super-wealthy family who also happen to be fighting over a seat to a throne — though it's a bit more metaphorical than the one in "Game of Thrones" — picked up traction, and before long, it became yet another massive critical and commercial success for HBO.

Armstrong and his talented team of writers and directors introduced the world to the powerful Roy family, the patriarch of whom — Logan, played imperiously by Brian Cox — runs a massive media and entertainment company called Waystar RoyCo.

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It always seems like Netflix has an unending library of great movies and TV shows, but at the same time, it is also quite difficult to figure out what you actually want to watch. So, we thought why not let Netflix make it easy for you, as it removes movies and TV shows from its library every month, and we decided to pick the best of the best films and TV shows you should watch before you can’t anymore.

Closer (June 1) Credit – Sony Pictures

Closer is a romantic drama film directed by Mike Nichols from a screenplay by Patrick Marber. Based on Marber’s 1997 play of the same name, the 2004 film explores love and relationships through the perspectives of four different but interconnected people. Closer stars Julia Roberts, Jude Law, Natalie Portman, and Clive Owen.

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Exclusive: A sought after drama project from The Loudest Voice co-creator Alex Metcalf has landed at HBO for development. Titled Baby Queen, it is based on the upcoming debut novel of the same name by southern crime fiction writer Ty Landers. The book became a hot commodity; its rights sparked a 10-way bidding war won by Michael Ellenberg’s Media Res (The Morning Show) which set up the project at HBO with Jessica Rhoades’ Pacesetter Productions (Black Mirror) also producing.

Written by Metcalf based on Landers’ novel, Baby Queen centers on Natalie Link who returns home to take over her family’s honey business — but when a body is discovered on the property, three generations of women are forced to confront the secrets, betrayals, and buried crimes that haunt their Southern legacy.

The novel is set in Landers’ home state of Alabama.

Metcalf executive produces the thriller alongside Rhoades and...

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The Righteous Gemstones is a comedy-drama series created by Danny McBride. The HBO series revolves around the extremely dysfunctional Gemstone family, who are popular televangelists. The Gemstones never do the things they preach, and use their power and wealth to do whatever they want. The Righteous Gemstones stars Danny McBride, Adam DeVine, Edi Patterson, Tony Cavalero, Cassidy Freeman, Gregory Alan Williams, Tim Baltz, John Goodman, Skyler Gisondo, Dermot Mulroney, Walton Goggins, Jennifer Nettles, and M. Emmet Walsh. So, if you loved the hilarious dark comedy, outrageous situations, and entertaining characters in The Righteous Gemstones, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Credit – FX

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is a satirical dark comedy series created by Rob McElhenney. The FX series is set in South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and it revolves...

Nicole Kidman has offered an exciting update on Practical Magic 2. The Oscar winner is set to reunite with co-star Sandra Bullock on the long-awaited sequel.

The follow-up to 1998's hit supernatural comedy landed a 2026 release date, with Bird Box and The Night Manager filmmaker Susanne Bier stepping in for original director Griffin Dunne. Kidman and Bullock have both worked with Bier before — on Netflix original series The Perfect Couple and 2018 movie Bird Box, respectively. Like the original, Practical Magic 2 is based on characters created by author Alice Hoffman in her 1995 novel of the same name.

Practical Magic Hits Theaters in 2026

Kidman offered some brief comments about the project during an appearance the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival on Saturday (May 18), according to The Hollywood Reporter.

"Sandy’s worked with [Bier on Bird Box], too, so the two of us were like, well, this is the perfect triangle because we all...

Jesse Armstrong is back at HBO — just not with a “Succession” spinoff. The series creator makes his feature directorial debut with HBO Original film “Mountainhead,” which takes a more head-on approach to satirizing the elite. Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Ramy Youssef, and Cory Michael Smith star as four tech moguls whose bro trip gets derailed after a global financial meltdown ensues. Did they cause it? With a combined net worth of nearly $400 billion between the pals, who is really to say…

The film’s official logline reads: “A group of billionaire friends get together against the backdrop of a rolling international crisis.” Armstrong writes, directs, and executive produces the film, which was shot in Park City, Utah.

The project also reunites seven-time Emmy winner and Oscar-nominated Armstrong with his fellow “Succession” producers Frank Rich, Lucy Prebble, and producer/director Mark Mylod. Both Rich and Armstrong have overall deals at HBO.