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'10 Cloverfield Lane': How producer J.J. Abrams shocked HollywoodLess than a month after Abrams' movie 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' was released, Abrams surprised the moviegoing public with the news that a movie related to the hit 2008 film 'Cloverfield' was coming out – and it would debut in March. The film is now in theaters.
How binge-watching is changing networks' strategiesFollowing the popularity of 'binge-watching' as led by streaming services like Netflix, networks like TBS and NBC are trying out different ways of encouraging viewers to marathon their shows as well.
'Captain America: Civil War' trailer: Signs of another Marvel blockbuster?A new trailer for 'Civil' shows a very familiar face. Can the upcoming Marvel film become as big a blockbuster as the studio's 'Avengers' movies?
'Hamilton' cast to appear at White House and before crowds of schoolchildrenCast members from the smash Broadway musical 'Hamilton' will perform songs and talk with students at the White House. In New York, school matinees will bring the show to schoolchildren starting next month.
'Carpool Karaoke' TV show? How viral clips are taking over late-night'Late Late Show' host James Corden and a 'Late' executive producer are reportedly attempting to turn the show's 'Karaoke' segment into its own program. It's already been done for the 'lip sync battle' portion of Jimmy Fallon's 'The Tonight Show.'
'Game of Thrones' trailer breaks record – how the show increased its audienceA recent trailer for 'Thrones' became the most-watched trailer in its first day in HBO history. How do shows like 'Thrones' and the Fox show 'Empire' draw more viewers as time goes on?
'Disaster!': What critics are saying and a look at Broadway's jukebox musicalsThe musical 'Disaster!,' which features various '70s hits and parodies the movie disaster genre, recently opened on Broadway. Are jukebox musicals helping or hurting theater?
How producer George Martin's contributions to the Beatles changed music foreverMartin also produced the music of artists such as Elton John and Jeff Beck but is best remembered for his work with the Beatles. 'I was consciously trying to get a sound that grabbed you by the scruff of the neck and said: 'Listen to this,'' Martin recalled of working with the band.
Why MTV Movie Awards want to be taken seriously – should they?Nominees for this year's MTV Movie Awards include 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' and 'Straight Outta Compton.' But a new category titled 'best true story' may make room for more Oscar nominees.
'Once Upon a Time' 100th episode: What makes the show a success'Once' recently reached a milestone for a TV series, reaching its 100th installment. The ABC fairy tale program is currently airing its fifth season. What has allowed the show to air so many episodes?
'DWTS' season 22 dancers: How ABC uses cast to promote showsContestants on the upcoming season of 'Dancing With the Stars' will include 'Fuller House' actress Jodie Sweetin and former NFL player Doug Flutie. The new season will premiere on March 21.
Zendaya starring in 'Spider-Man'? How the new film will be differentActress Zendaya will reportedly appear in the upcoming 'Spider-Man' movie starring Tom Holland. The film is scheduled to come out in the summer of 2017.
Here's how 'Zootopia' beat 'Frozen' at the box officeThe movie 'Zootopia' came in at number one at the box office this past weekend, with its three-day gross besting that of 'Frozen,' the previous record-holder for the best three-day opening for a Disney movie. What helped 'Zootopia' succeed?
'Downton Abbey' series finale: Did it win back the critics?The series finale of 'Downton' aired in America on March 6, bringing to an end the critically acclaimed series about an English family and their servants living at the beginning of the 20th century.
Have these celebrities joined the 'Dancing With the Stars' cast for season 22?Pop culture figures including Von Miller and Jodie Sweetin are rumored to have signed on for the upcoming season of 'Dancing.' The reality competition has aired for more than 10 years on ABC, becoming an anchor of the network's lineup.
Kendrick Lamar's 'untitled unmastered': How his work has drawn attention of music industryLamar's 'untitled unmastered' became available unexpectedly on March 3. The rapper has received widespread acclaim for his work, with figures from President Barack Obama to a producer for David Bowie praising his music.
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' DVD release: What did Hollywood learn?Disney announced the digital, DVD, and Blu-ray release dates for 'The Force Awakens.' The newest 'Star Wars' film is now the highest-grossing movie of all time in America, not adjusting for inflation.
'Fuller House' will get season 2 – how renewal and cancellation process is changingThe Netflix show 'Fuller House,' which is a continuation of the sitcom 'Full House,' will return for another season. Show renewals and cancellations are shifting as the TV industry continues to undergo rapid change.
'The Family' draws mixed reviews, but ABC is winning kudos for another crime drama'The Family,' which debuts on March 3, has gotten mixed reviews so far. But ABC's 'American Crime' is being called one of the best shows on television.
New 'Finding Dory' trailer: What made 'Nemo' such a hit?'Finding Dory,' a sequel to the 2003 smash hit 'Finding Nemo,' comes out this June. What helped the original movie do so well at the box office?
