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Disney is pulling The Simpsons off of traditional television broadcast and moving to produce subscriber-only streaming episodes of the beloved Fox sitcom. When Disney purchased 21st Century Fox in 2019, it took ownership of notable superhero franchises that Marvel Studios had its eyes on for years, like the X-Men and the Fantastic Four. So far, that has paid off with the billion-dollar box office gross of Deadpool & Wolverine, and the Mouse is counting on the upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps to do the same.

‘The Simpsons’ Pulled off Television, Becomes Disney+ Subscription-Only

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There are already over 250 free live channels available on Pluto TV, but even more are coming this month. Pluto TV is adding 17 local Fox news stations to its channel lineup in August, giving cable subscribers yet another reason to finally cut the cord.
Here’s the full list of local news stations launching on Pluto TV this month:

FOX 5 Atlanta
FOX 7 Austin
FOX 32 Chicago
FOX 4 Dallas | Fort Worth
FOX 2 Detroit
FOX 26 Houston
FOX 11 Los Angeles
FOX 6 Milwaukee*
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
FOX 5 New York
FOX 35 Orlando
FOX 29 Philadelphia
FOX 10 Phoenix
FOX 2 San Francisco
FOX 13 Seattle
FOX 13 Tampa Bay
FOX 5 Washington...

Pluto TV is adding 17 local news TV stations this month

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The launch of Venu Sports will be delayed after a federal judge granted FuboTV’s motion for a preliminary injunction against the planned sports streaming venture by ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery. U.S. District Judge Margaret M. Garnett in the Southern District of New York said in her 69-page...

Judge blocks plans for sports joint streaming venture among Fox, ESPN and Warner Brothers

Disney+ subscribers have been warned as the streaming service prepares to block accounts en masse. The road for Disney+ hasn’t exactly run smoothly. Despite launching to widespread acclaim in 2019 – when it beat its own expectations and gained over 10 million subscribers in its first 24 hours – and staying strong at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, things soon fell apart for Disney’s first major foray into streaming.

Disney+ Users Warned as Streaming Service Prepares for Historical Change, Will Block Accounts Within 30 Days

Paramount Global's decision to shut down Paramount Television Studios is part of a broader streamlining strategy. Projects like Reacher will now be managed by CBS Studios, possibly bringing changes in direction. Fans can expect future seasons of Reacher and other projects to continue, though under new management. Paramount Global has...

‘Reacher’ Season 3 Makes a Major Shift Following Paramount TV Shutdown

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Former child star Jonathan Brandis, who committed suicide in 2003, had appeared in several TV shows and movies by the time he was a teen. He became best on the big screen for his leading role in 1991's The Neverending Story 2: The Next Chapter, and on the small screen for two seasons on Steven Spielberg's acclaimed science series, SeaQuest DSV. Brandis was only 27 when he opted to end his life.

The Tragic Death of Former Child Star Jonathan Brandis ('SeaQuest'/'Never Ending Story')

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Subscribers of Paramount Plus are anxious about the fate of the streaming platform and wondering if it is shutting down, following the recent announcement of Paramount TV Studios‘ (PTVS) shutdown ahead of its preparations to merge with Skydance Media. Moreover, they are concerned about the fate of shows produced under the purview of Paramount TV Studios, like Amazon Prime Video’s Reacher, following the shutdown. They are also wondering if such shows will have its production now overseen by CBS Studios.

What Happens to Paramount Plus After the Shutdown? TV’s Future Explained

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Warner Bros. Deletes Cartoon Network Website And Videos

Disney is prepared to begin shutting down television channels if it means it can avoid a government crackdown on its attempts to create a monopoly, a new report says. Earlier this year, The Walt Disney Company announced a “strategic joint venture” between itself, Reliance Industries Limited, and Viacom18 Media Private Limited. While Disney may dominate the entertainment industry in North America, Reliance (which owns a 57.48% stake in Viacom18, making this effectively a partnership between two companies, not three) is by far the largest and most powerful company in India. Its interests are vastly more diverse than the Mouse’s, encompassing everything from retail shopping to private security to a firm control over television media in India, the world’s largest consumer market.

Disney Offers to Sell Off Television Channels to Speed up $8.5 Billion Merger

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A FEDERAL judge has blocked the planned launch of Venu Sports, the streaming platform of Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery. The decision came after streaming TV service FuboTV filed an antitrust lawsuit against the unprecedented project of the three media giants. And Judge Margaret Garnett agreed that the venture could be in violation of […]

Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. new streaming service blocked from being launched by federal judge after FuboTV complaint

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From recent hits to hidden gems, here's what to stream this month
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The 7 Best New Movies on Amazon Prime Video in July 2024

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	EXCLUSIVE: Jared Padalecki is returning to series television. The former Supernatural star, coming off a four-season run as the lead of Walker, has been tapped for a three-episode arc on the upcoming third season of CBS’ hit drama series Fire Country, headlined and executive produced by Max Thieriot.WCBS-AM To End All-News Format And Become ESPN New York




	He will play Camden, a SoCal firefighter and maverick with a surfer swagger who is a force to be reckoned with and immediately recognizes Bode’s (Thieriot) raw talent.




	The deal with Fire Country producer CBS Studios is strictly for the recurring role, sources said. Given...

Jared Padalecki Joins ‘Fire Country’ For Guest Arc That Could Lead To New Franchise Offshoot

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

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	Tyler Perry’s latest film “Divorce in the Black” not only drew strong viewership — Nielsen reported that it hit more than 498 million minutes watched in its first four days of availability on Amazon Prime Video — but according to Amazon, the soapy drama has also driven more sign-ups to Prime Video in the U.S. than any Amazon MGM Studios-produced movie to-date.'Fallout' Amazon FYC Stunt Strikes Deals With 33 L.A. Businesses to Promote Emmy Noms (EXCLUSIVE)




	The declaration comes after “Divorce in the Black” made its debut on the Nielsen’s Top 10 streaming chart, where it came in as the No....

Tyler Perry’s ‘Divorce in the Black’ Drives More U.S. Prime Video Subscriptions Than Any Other Amazon MGM Movie, Studio Says (EXCLUSIVE)

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Warner Bros. Television Group’s chairman CEO Channing Dungey, who was the first Black president of a major television network’s programming, is about to become the new leader of Warner Bros Discovery’s slate of TV networks. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Dungey is set to take over the role of CEO of U.S. Networks after Kathleen… Continue reading Channing Dungey To Become Warner Bros. Discovery’s New CEO Of U.S. Networks

Channing Dungey To Become Warner Bros. Discovery’s New CEO Of U.S. Networks

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Venu, the combined sports streaming service from Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery and Fox, may not launch after all.Peacock's 'Gold Zone' Will Return, Possibly Bigger, for 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles







On Friday, a federal judge ruled in favor of rival sports streamer Fubo and barred the three media conglomerates from proceeding with its planned release of Venu, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The decision comes six months after Fubo filed an antitrust lawsuit alleging that it was forced to carry dozens of costly non-sports networks as a condition of licensing sports rights from the three companies that have since partnered...

Federal Judge Blocks Launch of Sports Streamer Venu; Disney, Warner Bros. and Fox Plan to Appeal

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Beloved actress Nichelle Nichols, who died at 89 in 2022, found fame with her pioneering role as Communications Officer Lt. Nyota Uhura on TV's original Star Trek series (NBC, 1966-1969). She went on to play a groundbreaking role in several feature films and, as an African-American actress, became a beacon of dignity and diversity in Hollywood.

'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols Was Not Allowed To Play Secretary 'Peggy Fair' on TV's 'Mannix'

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Watch Craig Jones vs. Gabi Garcia full fight video highlights from their superfight showdown Saturday night, courtesy of multiple outlets. Jones vs. Garcia took place Aug. 17 at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nev. Craig Jones and Gabi Garcia squared off in the intergender superfight during the Craig Jones Invitational event. The fight aired live on YouTube.

Craig Jones vs. Gabi Garcia full fight video highlights

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It's been 40 years since actor Jon-Erik Hexum died of an accidental self-inflicted gun shot on October 18, 1984 in Los Angeles. He was only 26 years old, and this is his story.

In Memory of Actor Jon-Erik Hexum:  40 Years After His Accidental, Self-Inflicted Tragic Death

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Judge blocks sports streaming service launch from ESPN, FOX and Warner Bros. Discovery

A sports streaming venture combining channels from ESPN, FOX and Warner Bros. Discovery has been blocked from a planned launch in the fall after a judge...

Judge blocks sports streaming service launch from ESPN, FOX and Warner Bros. Discovery

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