“The Testaments” Director and Executive Producer Mike Barker on Finding Lightning in a Bottle with Chase Infiniti
Gilead has evolved. In “The Testaments,” director and executive producer Mike Barker reveals how an idealized new era—raised on obedience, beauty, and belief—hides an even darker regression beneath the surface.
Inside RSH Studios: The Historic Hollywood Lot Behind “Moneyball,” Brad Pitt’s Upcoming “Cliff Booth” Movie & More
For more than a century, the studio lot along Cahuenga Boulevard has been a quiet workhorse of Hollywood history. Now known as RSH Studios, the boutique lot has hosted everything from "I Love Lucy" to "Moneyball," adapting through ownership changes, shifting production models, and a post-pandemic industry reset — all while keeping filmmakers at the center of its mission.
From “Handmaid’s Tale” to “Scarpetta”: Costume Designer Ane Crabtree’s Visceral Approach to Character
Emmy-nominated costume designer Ane Crabtree reveals how Patricia Cornwell’s words, Southern roots, and layered trauma shaped the wardrobe of Scarpetta across two timelines in "Scarpetta."
Showrunner Bill Lawrence Breaks Down “Rooster,” Steve Carell’s Charm, and the Art of the Perfect Pilot
From "The Office" to "Rooster," Steve Carell’s latest turn reunites him with top-tier TV comedy talent. Co-creator Bill Lawrence explains why character, heart, and world-building still matter most.
“Paradise” Supervising Location Manager Duffy Taylor on Building a Post‑Apocalyptic World—Without Leaving California
“Los Angeles is an incredibly diverse place where we can duplicate all different types of geography," says "Paradise" supervising location manager Duffy Taylor. "When we pull that off—and someone who’s been filming here forever says, ‘Oh my God, I never knew this was here!’—that’s a gold medal moment for me.”
Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King on the Long-Awaited Comeback of “The Comeback”
Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King discuss reviving "The Comeback" for a third season—and using AI to satirize Hollywood’s latest identity crisis.
A New Generation Heads to Hogwarts in HBO’s First “Harry Potter” Trailer
The Wizarding World is calling again. HBO has unveiled the first trailer for "Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone," offering a nostalgic yet freshly imagined return to the cupboard under the stairs—and the magical journey that begins at Hogwarts.
Inside the Creative Engine of “The Pitt”: How Four Writers Built on a Breakout Hit
Writers Cynthia Adarkwa, Valerie Chu, Danny Hogan, and Kirsten “Cookie” Pierre‑Geyfman take us inside "The Pitt’s" writers’ room—and the challenge of building season 2 in real time.
Mahershala Ali Enters the “Task” Force: HBO’s Brad Ingelsby Drama Adds Two‑Time Oscar Winner
Mahershala Ali joins Mark Ruffalo in season 2 of Brad Ingelsby’s acclaimed HBO crime drama "Task," adding even more gravitas to the series growing ensemble.
“Scarpetta” Creator & Showrunner Liz Sarnoff on Crafting Her Razor‑Sharp, Nicole Kidman–Led Serial‑Killer Thriller
For decades, Patricia Cornwell’s Dr. Kay Scarpetta has stood as one of crime fiction’s most enduring creations, a brilliant medical examiner navigating darkness with precision, tenacity, and heart. Now, showrunner Liz Sarnoff joins forces with executive producer and star Nicole Kidman to bring the iconic character to life in "Scarpetta," Prime Video’s ambitious new adaptation that spans two eras of the forensic sleuth’s career.
Actor Awards: Michael B. Jordan Scores Major Win, Ryan Coogler Sets New Record
Michael B. Jordan capped a milestone season at the 2026 Actor Awards, winning best lead actor for his dual turn as Smoke and Stack in Ryan Coogler’s Sinners—the genre‑bending epic that dominated the night and further solidified its position as a frontrunner heading into the Oscars.
How “The Night Agent” Keeps It Real: Shawn Ryan on Panama Papers Inspiration and Filming in New York
Shawn Ryan has spent much of his career writing about the cracks in America’s institutions, from corrupt cops on The Shield to rogue commanders on Last Resort. But "The Night Agent," his hit Netflix thriller now entering Season Three, lets him imagine something different: principled people fighting back.
Inside Stage13: The Rigging Experts Behind “The Mandalorian,” “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” & More
Rigging may not be the flashiest part of filmmaking, but it’s foundational — the invisible engineering that keeps sets standing, cranes moving, bluescreens flying, and stunts safe. For more than three decades, Stage13 Rigging Rentals has been one of the industry's crucial behind‑the‑scenes partners, ensuring productions can build, lift, and fly with confidence.
DP Jonathan Furmanski on Crafting the Voyeuristic Look of Peacock’s Keke Palmer–Led “The ’Burbs”
The original film, The ‘Burbs, came out to mixed reviews when it premiered in 1989, but since then, the black comedy starring Tom Hanks as Ray, a suburban dad suspicious of his odd new neighbors, has become a cult classic. As such, it’s an ideal vehicle for a streaming reboot, which Peacock just debuted, starring Keke Palmer as Samira, Ray’s successor in suburbia-driven mystery madness.
Samira, her husband Rob (Jack Whitehall),
“Spider-Noir” Teaser Reveals Nicolas Cage’s Live-Action Spidey Series
"Spider-Noir" tracks the aging and down-on-his-luck private investigator Ben Reilly (Nicolas Cage) in 1930s New York, a Gotham without Batman (this is Marvel, after all), and only Ben serving as the city’s lone superhero.
Remembering James Van Der Beek
Remembering James Van Der Beek, who died at 48 from colorectal cancer. From "Dawson's Creek" to "Varsity Blues" to playing "The Beek" on "Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23," he embraced both earnest roles and self-parody with equal grace. Survived by his wife, Kimberly Brook, and their six children.
“The Pitt” Cinematographer Johanna Coelho on Season 2’s Immersive 15-Hour ER Shift
"The Pitt" doesn't feel like typical TV — and that's exactly the point. Cinematographer Johanna Coelho was brought on as the sole DP to maintain visual consistency across what feels like a continuous 15-hour hospital shift.
“Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” DP Philip Lanyon on Balancing Franchise Legacy With a Youthful Visual Approach
Cinematographer Philip Lanyon, a veteran of "Star Trek: Discovery," "Picard," and "Strange New Worlds," brought a fresh visual approach to "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy," the Paramount+ series marking the franchise's 60th anniversary.
“The White Lotus” Season 4 Cast Adds Helena Bonham Carter, Chris Messina, & Marissa Long
"The White Lotus" season 4 has checked in its latest guests: Helena Bonham Carter, Chris Messina, and Marissa Long. The Mike White series is heading to France, with filming set for Paris and the French Riviera.
“Ghosts” Hair and Makeup Heads on Keeping the Beloved Show’s Spirits Looking Timeless
From a Viking explorer to a Jazz Age lounge singer, a Lenape storyteller to a 19th-century aristocrat, the ghosts of CBS's "Ghosts" span a millennium of history—and it's up to makeup department head Gillian Chandler and hair department head Jean Scarabin to bring them to life (or, rather, afterlife).