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The latest news on movies and film and what to watch. From the latest blockbusters to comedies and dramas, Newsweek is covering every aspect of movies with exclusive interviews with celebrities on the Parting Shot podcast, award show coverage and original stories in both the magazine and online.
Scientists reveal link between kids' TV time and their adult health
These effects were seen even when individuals had reduced their screen time during adulthood.
Did Jonah Hill's leaked texts wreck his reputation? PR experts weigh in
Hill has so far remained publicly silent after his ex Sarah Brady shared screenshots of a slew of text messages allegedly from the actor.
Video of how viewer felt "after watching Oppenheimer" goes viral
Christopher Nolan's blockbuster "Oppenheimer" is having a strong effect on audiences, as a viral TikTok video shows.
Did 'The Simpsons' predict Twitter's new logo?
Social media users claim to have found proof that 'The Simpsons' predicted Elon Musk's decision to rebrand Twitter as X.
George R. R. Martin weighs in on Hollywood writers' strike
In his latest blog post, the novelist said that "this year's strike is the most important of my lifetime."
How 'Sound of Freedom' Box Office compares to 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer'
Indie movie "Sound of Freedom" has surprised at the box office, but how does it compare to the big budget "Barbie," "Oppenheimer," and "Mission: Impossible"?
Florence Pugh 'Oppenheimer' nude scenes censored in absolutely bizarre way
The movie has sparked discussion on social media since opening internationally on July 21.
'Barbie' makes box office history
Greta Gerwig has broken the record for the largest opening weekend for a film with a female director.
Disney's "progressive" casting is ruining my career
It just blew me away. How could they think that casting was a good idea?
'Oppenheimer' casting of non-Jewish actors reignites fierce debate
Jewish figures J. Robert Oppenheimer and Albert Einstein are played by non-Jewish actors in "Oppenheimer," drawing conflicting opinions from Jewish celebrities.
How 'Quarterback' is performing compared to other shows on Netflix
The Netflix show follows three NFL quarterbacks through the highs and lows of one football season.
"Oppenheimer" Tells Us How Nuclear Weapons Began
The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) was forged by 122 countries six years ago, and became international law in 2021.
Why It Matters That "Oppenheimer" Casts Non-Jews in Jewish Roles
Actors who have experienced antisemitism could bring those experiences to the big screen.
'Sound of Freedom' is the astonishing box office success of the summer
The movie, which is based on the life of anti-child-trafficking campaigner Tim Ballard, has now surpassed the $100 million mark.
'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' fans have reason to celebrate
Fans of game shows and reality TV are in luck amid the ongoing writers' and actors' strike.
Bethenny Frankel doesn't expect Andy Cohen to reach out about new payments
Frankel has called on fellow reality TV stars to stop filming until executives agree to pay them residuals for their work.
Who will win "Barbie" vs. "Oppenheimer" showdown? What the numbers predict
With "Barbenheimer" finally arriving, Newsweek has looked into which movie is most likely to emerge the victor in the highly-anticipated box office battle.
Bethenny Frankel sparks a reality TV revolution over payments
Frankel, a popular reality TV personality and entrepreneur, called on reality stars to stop working until they start receiving residuals.
Fact Check: Is Christopher Nolan's brother a hitman called "Oppenheimer"?
A rumor has circulated online that the "Oppenheimer" director's brother is a hitman using a codename the same as the movie's protagonist.
How Donald Trump reacted to seeing "Sound of Freedom"
"It's something that I'm not sure if you're supposed to enjoy or learn, it's a combination, but that was a great movie," Trump said after watching the film.
Jesse Watters ratings compared to Tucker Carlson since taking Fox News slot
The host is helping Fox News get its primetime ratings back up, but remains less successful than Carlson.
'Sound of Freedom' theater glitch leaves viewers furious: "Intentional"
Since the film's Fourth of July release, several social media users have stepped forward with claims of movie theater mishaps.
The mystery surrounding Tupac Shakur's death
Conspiracy theories have abounded since Shakur's murder, ranging from allegations about who was responsible to suggestions that he is still alive.
Matt Gaetz's wife slams Barbie movie over Ken's "beta energy"
Ginger Gaetz said she was "let down" by the movie, criticizing it for not focusing on family and faith.
"Saturday Night Live" has a big problem
As the NBC comedy sketch show remains on an extended hiatus amid the writers' strike, viewers have weighed in with their thoughts.
Sarah Brady says she "feels bad" for Jonah Hill after exposing texts
Surf instructor and model Brady has continued to publicly discuss her relationship with actor Hill.
How "Sound of Freedom" is performing compared to other movies at box office
The film, which was made with only a $14.5 million budget, saw a 37.2 percent jump in ticket sales, making it the second-most profitable film of the weekend.
Passenger gets extra legroom on flight but goes viral for new problem
"I feel like he's invading your tv time," one user said.
Fact Check: Is 'Barbie' map pushing Chinese "propaganda"?
The movie has been banned in Vietnam because of a map that appears to show the disputed nine-dash line.
Watch as husky howls along with dog on TV: "vocal about what he wants"
The four-year-old husky was keen to show off his vocal skills after seeing another pooch on the small screen.
