What to watch this week: Variety TV Week, Emmys deadlines and creative spotlights
Get a concise update on Emmys dates, the inventive opening credits for Margo’s Got Money Troubles, and major industry gatherings during Variety TV Week
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Widow’s Bay review: Matthew Rhys anchors Apple TV’s horror comedy
A comedy‑minded horror series, Widow’s Bay mixes genuine scares with human moments as Matthew Rhys’ mayor battles a returning curse
Weekend repertory screenings in New York City
Explore restored prints, themed series, and late-night programs at the city’s repertory houses and independent cinemas
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Inside the color choices that define Daredevil: Born Again
Discover the improvised lighting choices and deliberate color motifs that transform scenes in Daredevil: Born Again
Disney at CinemaCon: key reveals from Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar and more
A roundup of Disney’s CinemaCon presentation, from first looks and surprise appearances to what the studio kept for D23
Inside the press tour and story of The Devil Wears Prada 2
Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway lead a star-filled return in a sequel that shifts perspective to Miranda Priestly and the fate of Runway
Why XO, Kitty season 3 is dominating Netflix’s US charts
Kitty returns for senior year with new romances and fresh drama, pushing XO, Kitty season 3 to Netflix’s top spot in the US
Cyberpunk 2077: late April merch drop and what we know about Project Orion
Get the latest on the Cyberpunk 2077 jacket drop from Insert Coin Clothing and the current status of Project Orion from CD Projekt Red
How Blue Heron turns family history into cinematic memory
Sophy Romvari reframes a personal family story into a lyrical debut that examines how images and institutions shape what we remember
Inside the production design of Company Retreat’s Rockin’ Grandmas
Behind the scenes look at the production design choices that made Rockin’ Grandmas feel real
Manas: Brazilian debut wins Venice Days acclaim and premieres in New York
See the exclusive U.S. trailer for Manas, Marianna Brennand’s festival-acclaimed debut that explores resilience on the island of Marajó
Best TV shows of the 2000s that shaped modern television
A focused overview of the most influential TV series of the 2000s and the reasons they reshaped modern storytelling
Shinya Tsukamoto releases Mr. Nelson, Did You Kill People? in Japan
Shinya Tsukamoto adapts Allen Nelson’s true story into an English-language film that completes a war-themed trilogy and stars Rodney Hicks and Geoffrey Rush
Why Andy Weir admires Zuko and the character craft of Avatar: The Last Airbender
Author Andy Weir cites Avatar: The Last Airbender and the character Zuko as models for strong character development, contrasting them with his own approach to protagonists
Animal Friends moves to Jan. 22, 2027 with Ryan Reynolds and Jason Momoa
Warner Bros delays Animal Friends to Jan. 22, 2027 — here’s what we know about the cast, creators and format
Carla Simón’s Romería: a personal journey of memory and belonging
An intimate portrayal of roots and remembrance, Carla Simón’s Romería follows an 18-year-old as she uncovers family secrets on Spain’s northwest coast
Sylvain Chomet’s intimate take on Marcel Pagnol and the art of animation
Sylvain Chomet returns with an animated portrait of Marcel Pagnol that fuses real footage, actor references, and a single invented conceit to explore cinema’s cultural power
Daredevil season 2 ramps up violence and political tension on Disney+
Daredevil: Born Again season 2 escalates the war between Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk while confronting systemic power and public fear
Drew Goddard on Project Hail Mary and the politics of Best Picture
A concise exploration of Drew Goddard’s approach to writing smart characters and a view of how Oscar wins act as a mirror for industry trends
Restored La maison des bois 4K release at Film at Lincoln Center
A restored French miniseries brings Maurice Pialat’s intimate World War I portrait back to theaters
Interview with the Vampire season 3 release date, title sequence and new single revealed
AMC reveals the June 7, 2026 premiere of Interview with the Vampire season 3, teases a rock-driven chapter centered on The Vampire Lestat and releases a new single
Inside the New Directors/New Films 55th edition: premieres and highlights
Celebrate bold new voices: 24 features and 10 shorts at New Directors/New Films, with standout entries like Leviticus, Donkey Days, Two Seasons, Two Strangers, and Next Life
How Nicola Coughlan pushed back against body scrutiny on Bridgerton
Nicola Coughlan talks candidly about confronting body commentary, choosing an empowering on-screen moment, and how Bridgerton’s recent episodes explore grief, intimacy, and character growth
Child star pressures: Demi Lovato and Keke Palmer on work, relationships and hindsight
Demi Lovato and Keke Palmer discuss the pressures of early fame, how adult work schedules pushed them toward older partners, and the songs and reflections that helped them process those experiences
How edge AI is reshaping consumer devices and privacy
Discover how edge AI moves intelligence to devices, the main trade-offs, practical uses, and market trends driving adoption