StudioCanal and Nickelodeon Announce New PADDINGTON Series With Ben WhishawFebruary 14, 2019STUDIOCANAL, Nickelodeon and award-winning producer David Heyman today announced a global deal for a brand-new 'Paddington' (working title) television series for preschoolers. Actor Ben Whishaw (Paddington 1 & 2) will reprise his role as the beloved voice of the title character in the new CG-animated series, which follows the adventures of a younger Paddington. 'Paddington' will air on Nickelodeon's networks worldwide in 2020, while local broadcast partners will be secured in France, Canada, China and Japan.
Nickelodeon to Revive ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER with John CenaFebruary 14, 2019Nickelodeon is bringing back the iconic family game show Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader with all-new episodes hosted by John Cena, who will also serve as an executive producer. The announcement was made today by Brian Robbins, President, Nickelodeon. Mark Burnett, Chairman of Worldwide Television, MGM (Survivor, The Voice) and Barry Poznick, President, Unscripted Television, MGM (Beat Shazam, The World's Best) will return as executive producers of the reboot, which places kids squarely in the center of the action. Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader begins production in Los Angeles this spring and is slated to premiere later this year on Nickelodeon.
Director Tara Wood Reclaims Rights to Authorized Quentin Tarantino DocumentaryFebruary 14, 2019Director Tara Wood has successfully reclaimed the rights to the authorized Quentin Tarantino documentary feature, “21 Years: Quentin Tarantino”. The film, a celebration of Tarantino's works-to-date, looks at the passion behind the worldwide box office dominator. The lightening rod that is Tarantino's career illuminates the discussion of changes in the industry.
CJ Solar Receives the MusicRow 'Independent Artist of the Year' AwardFebruary 14, 2019 Hundreds of Country radio, music industry executives and fellow artists were on hand at this morning's 17th Annual MusicRow Country Radio Meet & Greet And CountryBreakout Awards ceremony, where CJ Solar was presented with the “Independent Artist of the Year” honor. Solar hit #15 on the MusicRow CountryBreakout chart with both his “Airplane” single and his most recent hit “American Girls.”
VIDEO: Amazon Debuts Official Trailer for HANNAFebruary 14, 2019Raised in total seclusion in the remote woods of Eastern Europe, 15-year-old Hanna (Esmé Creed-Miles) has spent her entire young life training to fight those who hunt her and her mercenary father, Erik Heller (Joel Kinnaman). Her survivalist skills are finally tested when she and Erik are separated upon their discovery by a rogue CIA operative, Marissa Wiegler (Mireille Enos) and her team of agents.
ID Launches New Digital Talk Show CRIME OBSESSIONFebruary 14, 2019“ID Addicts” rejoice! There is now a digital show dedicated to those who love all things true crime. Hosted by self-proclaimed true crime fanatic Traci Stumpf, CRIME OBSESSION is a weekly talk show that provides a forum for discussion about the cases true crime fans are obsessing over. Designed to spark engagement across the true crime community, CRIME OBSESSION will continue the conversation about what viewers see on ID's air and beyond. The show will touch on topics like missing persons, famous cases, favorite podcasts, scenes caught on tape and more. Featuring a rotating cast of Investigation Discovery talent and expert panelists from the true crime universe, CRIME OBSESSION picks up where social buzz leaves off and gives ID superfans their true crime fix for the week.

HOLMES & WATSON Will Be Available on Digital 3/26 & Blu-ray/DVD 4/9February 14, 2019Fan-favorite comedy duo, Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly (Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby and Step Brothers) team up for a brand-new take on the timeless characters of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in HOLMES & WATSON, debuting on Digital March 26, and coming to Blu-ray and DVD April 9 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Go back in time to witness the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, played by Will Ferrell (Anchorman), and his trusted sidekick John Watson, played by John C. Reilly (Stan & Ollie) as they are tasked to solve a murder at Buckingham Palace before the Queen becomes the killer's next victim. Rebecca Hall (Vicky Cristina Barcelona), Rob Brydon (The Trip), Kelly Macdonald (No Country for Old Men), Ralph Fiennes (Grand Budapest Hotel) and Lauren Lapkus (“Crashing”) round out the entertaining supporting cast. Writer/director Etan Cohen (Men in Black 3, Tropic Thunder) helms the historical caper.
A STAR IS BORN, GREEN BOOK Among Winners at the Guild of Music Supervisor AwardsFebruary 14, 2019 Tonight, the Guild of Music Supervisors hosted its annual awards show in Los Angeles, honoring Marc Shaiman with the Icon Award and Joel Sill with the prestigious Legacy Award for his creative contribution to music in film. The evening kicked off with special opening remarks from Guild of Music Supervisors President Thomas Golubi?, and featured performances by Aimee Mann, Lukas Nelson, Spotlight Artist King Princess, and a surprise act by Marc Shaiman.
Queens Yard Summer Party to Expand to a Two Day FestivalFebruary 14, 2019Queens Yard Summer Party is expanding to a two day festival in 2019 and promises to be a perfect way to explore a vast array of music, arts, culture and gastro food and drink without having to tussle with tents, manage mud or wrestle with the weather.
Former Warner Music Group Department Director Jayne Nozik to Join TunedlyFebruary 14, 2019Jayne Nozik, former Warner Music Group Director of Copyright Licensing, and Royalties East Coast, is joining Tunedly as Director of A&R and Licensing. She will oversee Tunedly's newly established music publishing arm from Tunedly's Connecticut office, just outside of New York City.
Rodney Atkins Announces Release of New Album, 'Caught Up In The Country'February 14, 2019Platinum Country music superstar Rodney Atkins announces his fifth studio album – Caught Up In The Country - set to release on May 10, 2019. The pre-order for the 12-track Caught Up In The Country launches today, along with the album's second instant grat song, “My Life,” including its accompanying lyric video. To access the pre-order and music on all major digital platforms, including the lyric video, visit: http://smarturl.it/CUITCAlbum.