Koch Network Backs Nikki Haley In An Effort To Steer GOP Away From Donald Trump

Haley represents a new generation of conservative leaders who will solve the tough problems and lead our country forward. The Iowa caucus is Jan. 15 and the New Hampshire primary is Jan. 23. Haley has emerged as a top Trump alternative, edging out Florida Gov. Nikki HaleyDavid Becker for the Washington Post Ron DeSantis in some recent polls. Haley, meanwhile, has generated positive reviews for solid debate performances in the three GOP gatherings so far....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 88 words · Jimmy Frye

Mina Lefevre Joins Alex Cooper & Matt Kaplan’s Trending As TV Chief

Lefevre joins the company as chief content officer of television. Lefevre will oversee its scripted and unscripted television content. Before she joined Facebook, Lefevre was EVP and head of scripted at MTV. Alex Cooper, Mina Lefevre & Matt KaplanVijat Mohindra / Getty In addition toCall Her Daddy,The Unwell Networks slate includesHot Mess with Alix EarleandPretty Lonesome with Madeline Argy. Meanwhile, ACE Entertainment recently launched Netflix rom-com filmLove at First Sightand is behind Netflix seriesXO, Kitty....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 75 words · Lisa Nguyen

Netflix Owns Less Than 25% Of Its Euro Content — “That’s A Big Evolution,” Says EMEA Acquisitions Boss Lina Brounéus

Thats a big evolution. That has now changed with targeted acquisitions for local markets, co-productions and other acquisitions models on the table. There are no set limitations on how we do things, said Brouneus. ‘Derry Girls’ is made by Hat Trick Productions, one of the indies being investigated by the CMAChannel 4 We want to build relationships that are win-win. Theres no one-size-fits-all model, she added. Elsewhere in the session, Brouneus addressed the European content quotas....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 93 words · James Tyler

Other Angle Plays For More Than Just Laughs With 3rd Edition Of French Comedy Club in L.A.

The program also featuresA Difficult Year, the latest film fromUntouchabledirectorial duo Eric Toledano and Olivier Nakache. Pio Marmai, and Jonathan Cohen co-star as two swindlers opposite Noemie Merlant as an eco-activist. It a mix of professionals and public. The MidwifeWarner Bros. France The first two editions generated sales of U.S. remakes, and there are other remake deals in the works. Albou and Schonberg want to fuse their knowledge of international sales and distribution with the U....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 88 words · Robin Atkinson

Paul Greengrass To Adapt, Direct T.J. Newman Novel ‘Drowning: The Rescue Of Flight 1421’ For Warner Bros

EXCLUSIVE:Paul Greengrasshas been set byWarner Brosto adapt, direct and produceDrowning: The Rescue of Flight 421. There werefour other seven-figurebids on the table. The project reunites De Luca and Greengrass, who worked together onCaptain Phillips. Paul Greengrass, ‘Drowning: The Rescue Of Flight 1421’Getty Among them is an engineer and his 11-year-old daughter. The novel became the fastest-selling fiction debut for Simon & Schuster since 2004. Greengrass is represented by CAA.Drowning: The Rescue of Flight 421was published in May by Simon & Schuster....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 83 words · Laurie Griffith

Rupert Murdoch Faces Deposition In Smartmatic’s Defamation Case Against Fox

Rupert Murdochis being deposed Tuesday and Wednesday as part ofSmartmatics $2.7 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox. A source confirmed a Reuters report that Murdoch was being deposed. A spokesman for Fox Corp. declined to comment. Rupert MurdochGetty Dobbs show was dropped from Fox Business data pipe shortly after the Smartmatic lawsuit was filed. In that filing, Smartmatics attorneys claimed that Rupert Murdoch did not believe the election fraud claims. But he encouraged Fox News connection to embrace the disinformation as a tool to win back the audience....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 87 words · Mark Wilkins

Sebastian Chacon Dropped By Paradigm, Indie ‘Red Dirt’ In Wake Of Sex Assault Complaint

Deadline will update this post with a statement from him if and when it becomes available. We were first to break the news of his involvement earlier this month. The safety and security of our cast and crew is our top priority. Sebastian ChaconTheo Wargo/Getty Images We stand with the survivors of sexual assault and abuse. Our thoughts and well wishes are with them. In addition toDaisy Jones, Chacons recent credits include Amazons thrillerEmergencyand ShowtimesPenny Dreadful: City of Angels....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 79 words · Sarah Allen

Timothée Chalamet Praises His Coaches At ‘Wonka’ World Premiere: “Now I Can Do The Impression Of Someone Who Can Sing And Dance”

Director Paul King and producer David Heyman also were on hand, along with some celebrity guests. Grant plays a scene-stealing Oompa-Loompa named Lofty. Watch on Deadline King told Deadline about plans for future films. Timothée Chalamet at the ‘Wonka’ world premiere in LondonGetty Images Theres a few irons in fires, he said. More offshore markets added the following week, and it gets to North American theaters on December 15. Wonkaarrived on three-week-outtrackinglast week with a revised industry projection of a $35M-$40M domestic opening....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 83 words · Jim Sanchez

Universal “Working To Replenish” Sold-Out Stock Of ‘Oppenheimer’ 4K Discs In Time For Holidays

DirectorChristopher Nolans blockbuster drama arrived in disc form last week, with three hours of bonus material. No company is going to break into your house and take it from you and repossess it. Its yours, and you own it. Christopher Nolan attends the “Oppenheimer” premiere in ChinaPhoto by VCG/VCG via Getty Images Thats never really the case with any form of digital distribution.

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 63 words · Ashley Smith

Wavelength Strikes First-Look Deal With Macaroni Art Productions, Production Company Of Rick Gomez, Steve Zahn & Coby Toland

Under it, Wavelength will of course receive a first look at all projects generated by Macaroni Art. Already, the companies are developing a sports-focused docuseries, along with a couple of narrative projects. When I first met Steve and Rick it was a true meeting of the minds. This first look deal symbolizes our shared commitment to creating exceptional content and exploring new creative horizons together. We couldnt imagine a better fit for us....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 79 words · Bryan Nelson

WGA Lobbies TV Academy To Keep Writing Categories In Main Emmys Telecast, Urges Scribes To “Express Your Feelings” About “Regrettable” Decision

It comes after theEmmys unveiled the category breakdown this month. Starring Kate Berlant & John Early. See the full note below. ‘Last Week Tonight with John Oliver’ writers after winning the Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series in 2022Getty The Emmys will air January 15 on Fox. We will be in touch with further updates.

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 57 words · Samuel Smith

WWE Shareholders File Lawsuit Alleging Merger With UFC Was “Sham Sales Process” That Left Out Other Bidders

The suit said WWE began signing confidentiality agreements with potential bidders on February 6, 2023. The deal saw Endeavor CEO Emanuel installed as TKOs CEO, with McMahon its executive chairman. Nick Khan, another of the lawsuits defendants, was named WWEs president. Getty TKO Sports began trading September 12 on the NYSE. Deadline has reached out to TKO Group Holdings for comment on the suit.

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 64 words · Leah Hahn

ZEE5 Global Aims To Be U.S. Aggregator After Striking Deals With South Asian Streamers

The deals add several new languages to the Zee5 Global streaming service, which is available internationally. We hear theres an ambition to announce at least one more each month. ZEE5 Global currently offers around 250,000 hours of acquired movies, TV shows and originals. N.T. Rama Rao Jr. in ‘RRR.‘Raftar Creations/Everett Collection No one else was even remotely able to do that. In the Bay Area, they were holding the parties with the same fervour asMarvelmovies, she said....

November 28, 2023 · 1 min · 97 words · Ariana Oconnor