‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ R-Rated Movie ‘Last Ronin’ on Hold at Paramount as Studio Develops New Live-Action Version

Paramount has secured the broadcasting rights for the Champions League in the UK and Germany through a competitive auction, as confirmed by sources. The deal, valued at over $1 billion, will take effect from 2027 to 2031. The Guardian was the first to report on this significant acquisition.

Paramount, Comcast, and Netflix are expected to submit proposals for all or parts of Warner Bros. by Thursday's deadline. This auction is seen as a pivotal moment in Hollywood, potentially reshaping the media landscape.

SkyShowtime has announced the renewal of its Swedish crime drama series 'Veronika' for a third season, even before the premiere of its second season, which is set to launch next month. This marks a significant milestone as it is the first time the European streaming service, backed by NBCUniversal and Paramount, has greenlit a third season for one of its original productions.

As Paramount, Comcast, and Netflix prepare bids for Warner Bros. Discovery ahead of a Thursday deadline, speculation is growing about the role of Middle East wealth in the game-changing transaction. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pledged investments of $1 trillion in the U.S. economy during a White House visit, highlighting the increasing influence of Middle Eastern investors in major American entertainment deals.

Lionsgate U.K.'s 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' has secured the top spot at the U.K. and Ireland box office, grossing £2,384,018 ($3,132,924) in its opening weekend, according to Comscore. Paramount's 'The Running Man' closely followed, earning £2,383,269 ($3,131,904). The competition between the two films was extremely tight, highlighting a strong performance from both titles in the market.