A Horror Movie Finally Beat ‘Suicide Squad’ For The Weekend Box Office
Don’t Breathe, a twisty story of a group of teenage delinquents who pick the wrong house to burglarize, dominated the late summer box office, debuting to a potent $26.1 million and topping charts. (FOR)
2016 MTV VMAs: See The Full Winners List
Beyonce headed into the 2016 MTV VMAs as the most nominated artist, with 11 noms. “Hello” supersta Adele was second with 8 possible tries at the coveted Moonman. (MTV)
Will Smith’s Overbrook Taps Screenwriter To Adapt Modern Counterfeiter Story
Michael Ross will adapt the story of Albert Talton who counterfieted over $7 million on supplies purchased from Staples. (THR)
Joe And Anthony Russo In Talks To Form Major Entity With China-Based Huayi Brothers
Joe and Anthony Russo are in negotiations to strike a substantial production partnership with China-based Huayi Brothers Media Corporation. (DH)
Alison Brie To Star In Netflix Wrestling Comedy ‘GLOW’ From Jenji Kohan
The Netflix series marks the in-demand actress’ latest TV role since Community and BoJack Horseman. (THR)
ABC Nabs ‘Doomsday’ Drama From Carol Mendelsohn
ABC has landed Doomsday, a thriller drama from producer Carol Mendelsohn (CSI), writers Mark Bianculli & VJ Boyd (Justified) and Sony TV. (DH)
Noah’s Ark Gets Modern-Day Reboot From Robert Zemeckis And NBC
NBC is developing a high-concept drama titled The Ark, which takes Noah to space. (IW)
‘Mother’s Day’ Writer Anya Kochoff Romano To Make Directorial Debut On ‘Camp Pow Wow’
Anya Kochoff Romano, the screenwriter of Mother’s Day and Monster-in-Law, will make her directorial debut on the ensemble comedy Camp Pow Wow. (VAR)
The Interesting Thing About This Year’s Box Office Numbers
The domestic gross numbers might actually be better this year, they don’t reflect the much more important factor of profitability. This summer might very well have some impressive domestic grosses, but it’s a pretty major money loser for most of the companies involved. (TB)