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Aldis Hodge, the star of Amazon's hit show Cross, just inked a deal with powerhouse talent agency WME. This means they'll now handle his career across the board—film, TV, and whatever else comes next. Hodge is riding high right now: Cross blew up when it dropped last November, snagging the top spot on Prime Video and earning him NAACP and Gotham TV nods. Signing with WME signals bigger moves ahead.

Editor’s Note: Landing with WME is a big deal—it’s like a pro athlete joining a top-tier agency. For Hodge, this could mean juicier roles, bigger projects, or even a pivot into producing. Given how well Cross is doing, the timing makes sense. If you’re a fan of his work, buckle up; he’s probably about to be everywhere.

USA Network just released the first trailer for The Rainmaker, a new legal drama based on John Grisham’s novel. The clip shows rookie lawyer Rudy Baylor (played by Milo Callaghan) getting fired from a high-end firm on his very first day—talk about bad luck. Broke and desperate, he ends up working for a scrappy attorney (Lana Parilla), setting the stage for what looks like a classic underdog legal battle.

Editor’s Note: If you love courtroom dramas with a David-vs-Goliath edge, this one’s worth keeping an eye on. Grisham’s stories always pack moral dilemmas and tense showdowns, and this adaptation could be a fresh take for fans of legal thrillers. Plus, with USA Network’s track record for slick dramas, there’s a good chance this’ll be binge-worthy.

Sophia Stallone, daughter of Sylvester Stallone, is spearheading a TV adaptation of S.T. Abby’s Mindfck book series—a gritty psychological thriller—for Amazon MGM Studios. She’s executive producing the project under her family’s Balboa Productions, teaming up with a handful of industry heavyweights. The books, which already have a cult following, are getting the Hollywood treatment, with Stallone leading the charge.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another book-to-screen adaptation—it’s a sign that Sophia Stallone is carving out her own space in Hollywood beyond her famous last name. The Mindfck series has a devoted fanbase, so if done right, this could be a major win for Amazon MGM and a breakout moment for Stallone as a producer. Plus, psychological thrillers are having a moment, so the timing couldn’t be better.

Miley Cyrus didn’t just show up to the set of her Something Beautiful visual album—she arrived with a fully formed, ambitious vision that left the producers in awe. XYZ Films, known for edgy projects like RZA’s Cut Throat City, jumped at the chance to collaborate, seeing it as a perfect fit for their push into music-driven content. The project was a creative powerhouse from the start, with Cyrus steering the ship straight from her imagination.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another celebrity vanity project. It’s a reminder that artists like Cyrus are driving bold, multimedia ideas—and when indie studios like XYZ Films get on board, the results can be groundbreaking. For fans, it’s a peek behind the curtain at how a star’s unfiltered creativity translates to the screen. For the industry, it signals how music and film are blending in fresh, artist-led ways.

USA Network just dropped the first trailer and announced that The Rainmaker, its new legal drama based on John Grisham’s novel, will premiere on August 15. The teaser gives us a glimpse of Milo Callaghan’s character, Ruby Baylor, diving headfirst into his legal career with the line, "I’ve always wanted to be a lawyer." Fans of courtroom thrillers and Grisham adaptations now have a summer date to circle.

Editor’s Note: If you love legal dramas or John Grisham’s twisty, high-stakes storytelling, this is one to watch. USA Network’s track record with character-driven shows (Suits, anyone?) means The Rainmaker could be the next binge-worthy hit. Plus, with Grisham’s source material, expect plenty of tense courtroom showdowns and moral dilemmas. August can’t come soon enough!