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Let the 50th Hunger Games Begin

Lionsgate has released the first trailer for the prequel film 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping,' starring Joseph Zada as young Haymitch.

By Leia Mendoza

‘House of the Dragon’ Renewed for Season 4

It's set to debut on HBO sometime in 2028.

By Ethan Shanfeld

‘Game of Thrones’ Prequel ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Renewed for Season 2 Ahead of Series Premiere

HBO has renewed “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” for Season 2. The renewal comes ahead of the series premiere, which is slated for Jan. 18, 2026. The second season…

By Joe Otterson

Film

‘The Moment’ Trailer: Charli xcx Goes Meta and Embarks on a ‘Brat’ Tour in A24 Movie

A24 has released the official trailer for Charli xcx’s “The Moment,” starring the “Brat” hitmaker in a meta role. Based on an original idea by Charli, “The Moment&#8221…

By Michaela Zee

Tim Robinson’s ‘The Chair Company’ Renewed for Season 2 at HBO

Tim Robinson’s HBO comedy “The Chair Company” has been renewed for a Season 2. News of the show’s pickup came during a New York press presentation by HBO and HBO Max…

By Michael Schneider

Music

The Weeknd’s ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ Tour Surpasses $1 Billion

It's now the top-earning tour by a male solo artist.

By Michaela Zee

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