'Zootopia 2' hops to the top of the box office this Thanksgiving weekend

Disney's animated sequel 'Zootopia 2' is set to compete with 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' for the top spot at the North American box office, while the new political dramedy 'Ella McCay' is projected to debut with around $4 million. This weekend is expected to be relatively quiet in theaters, with 'Zootopia 2' anticipated to lead the box office charts.

Sophie Kinsella, the acclaimed author known for her 'Shopaholic' series, has passed away at the age of 55 due to glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, as confirmed by her family in a social media post. Her death marks a significant loss in the literary community, particularly in the realm of contemporary fiction.

Antoni Porowski, known for his role as a food and wine expert on Netflix’s Queer Eye, is set to star in a new travel docuseries titled Best of the World with Antoni Porowski, commissioned by National Geographic. The series is based on the network's own travel recommendations and is scheduled to premiere next year.

As independent and international films compete for Oscars, celebrity executive producers are playing a significant role in capturing the attention of voters amidst a crowded field of contenders. This trend highlights the evolving landscape of film promotion and the influence of high-profile figures in the awards race.

The team behind 'The Smashing Machine' focused on creating impactful fight scenes, ensuring that every slam, punch, and knee strike resonates with audiences, even those seated far from the action. This meticulous attention to detail highlights the effort to enhance the viewer's experience of the film's brutal combat sequences.

Alison Cornwell, a seasoned executive with a decade of experience as CFO at Vue, has joined Easttree Media as CFO. Easttree, a newly launched UK media company backed by BlackRock, focuses on acquiring income rights for films and TV shows using a proprietary data-driven model.

Global girl group Katseye is set to perform in Los Angeles on December 12 and 13 as part of their Beautiful Chaos tour, reflecting on their rapid rise to fame and the impact of personal life priorities on their music.

Jimmy Kimmel has signed a one-year contract extension with Disney’s ABC Network, ensuring that his late-night show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, will continue airing through at least May 2027. This decision follows a brief suspension of the show in September due to controversial comments made by Kimmel regarding Charlie Kirk.