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Local Films Keep European Box Office Afloat in 2024 as Germany Admissions fall

A lack of blockbusters and major sports events led to a less than stellar box office in Germany, which was down compared to the whole of Europe.

Video game performers are becoming Hollywood stars in their own right − and are on strike to be paid and protected accordingly

Some of the most essential but least protected workers in a $200 billion industry want to ensure that AI won’t do away with their jobs.

On WGA Strike Anniversary, Higher Pay but Fewer Jobs

On the anniversary of the start of the WGA strike, writers who are working get higher minimums, but the industry as a whole is contracting.

'The Simpsons' Parodies 'The Bear' in Clip Spoofing Ghost Kitchens

In "The Simpsons" episode "Night of the Living Wage," written by Cesar Mazriegos, Marge works at a food app ghost kitchen and leads a union movement.

How Hollywood Strikes Affected This Year's Oscar Race

Industry insiders weigh in on how Hollywood’s labor strikes and promotion restrictions affected this year’s wild Oscar race.

How Hollywood's Double Strike Is Still Reverberating Across the Pond

Last year's Hollywood strikes might be wrapped up, but the U.K. and other parts of the world are still feeling the effects.

Jesse L. Martin's Finale Glee Isn't 'Irrational' At All

"The Irrational" not only got picked up for a second season, it also got additional episodes for its first, which has Jesse L. Martin thrilled that the show can do a proper season finale.

LA Film, TV Production Slow to Rebound After WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strikes

Scripted TV production was up slightly in the fourth quarter compared to the prior three months, but still well below historic levels.