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Now with 100% fewer internet problems! With a budget reportedly higher than expected, and box office tracking headed towards single digits, WB's Digger is looking to be another blow to the studio's 2026 slate of films. I look at how the movie is trying to drum up business, plus the latest Hollywood stances on AI, and a creative exodus from Netflix! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The box office partied like it was 2019 with Avengers: Endgame Encore putting the MCU back on top. I take a look at where it stands alongside past re-releases, as well as a bunch of new releases that also competed for the spot. Plus the latest streaming numbers and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert Pattinson takes on journalist Chris Hansen's To Catch a Predator in A24's latest buzzy drama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disney+ just announced another price increase, meaning that it has now tripled in price since launch. I look at how much other services have gone up and whether we've hit a breaking point. Plus, more details about the Paramount/WB merger, how a film can have over 30 producers, and your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach Cregger's Resident Evil found success at the box office with a $60 million opening, setting a franchise record. I break down its opening weekend, plus Spider-Man: Brand New Day sets an important record of its own, the streaming numbers get a big change, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After months of dealmaking, lawsuits, and threats, the Paramount/WB merger is officially happening. I break down the deal that was reached between David Ellison's company and the states suing him, and what it might mean for the future of the entertainment industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marvel's Wolverine, the eagerly anticipated PlayStation game from Insomniac, was received with a tidal wave of negativity. I played the game and share my thoughts on what criticisms I think are fair, and which ones are overblown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weapons director Zach Cregger takes on the iconic gaming franchise. Does this Resident Evil avoid the video game movie slaughterhouse? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has officially passed The Force Awakens to become the new domestic box office champion! I talk about this historic moment with my special guest Kristian Harloff. Plus, the Emmys might be moving, dates are set for Paramount settlement talks, and your questions! Follow the Kickstarter campaign for Trending at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/trendingshow/trending-kristian-harloff-tv-pilot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 Emmys featured Widow's Bay putting on a dominant performance, while The Pitt, Slow Horses, and Pluribus split up the drama categories. I recap the winners and share my thoughts on a very odd show featuring host Mariska Hargitay and two a-listers discussing parental lovemaking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite hopes for a sequel breakout, Practical Magic 2 underperformed expectations, and continues a lackluster year for Warner Bros. I look at how the studio has failed to follow up its sensational 2025. Plus the latest in box office news, streaming charts and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Labor Day has come and gone and another summer box office season is in the books. I have a look at the biggest money makers, money losers, and the studios that came out on top this year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm back from vacation and ready to take your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're heading into the last four months of the year, and I have a big list of all the movies, shows (and one game) that people will be talking about for the rest of 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Obsession is gearing up for an awards season run, but a producer on the film is claiming that she was cut out of a profit sharing deal worth millions. I break down the lawsuit filed this week, plus a mystery Robin Hood movie, remembering three entertainment legends, and your questions! Thanks to Factor for sponsoring this video! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/murrell50off and use code MURRELL50Off to get 50 percent off AND one free breakfast item per box for a year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices