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Danny McBride's "suspense and action" G.I Joe movie set in a Cobra town could start filming next year,…Comedian Danny McBride has completed a script for a G.I. Joe movie set in a Cobra-controlled town, with filming potentially starting next year. While initially planning a Dreadnoks spin-off, McBride pivoted to a G.I. Joe project for Paramount, describing the film as suspense and action-oriented rather than a comedy.
Bahnhof avslöjar internetoperatörers censur-överenskommelseSwedish internet provider Bahnhof has revealed an industry agreement among several operators to collaborate on new legislation for easier website blocking, following court orders to block content related to Premier League and major film studios. Bahnhof has refused to sign this agreement and is publicly sharing the court rulings and the industry accord, while informing its customers about the blocked sites.
"Mission Impossible is high on my list" – how Paramount plans to use co-dev to exploit its archive, while building its own all-new IPParamount has merged its video game divisions into the new Paramount Games Studio, led by EVP Dan Prigg. The studio aims to leverage Paramount's extensive IP archive through co-development and internal projects, targeting PC, console, Roblox, and mobile platforms. While exploiting existing franchises like Mission Impossible and Star Trek is a focus, the studio is also developing original IP, aiming for games to potentially inspire future linear entertainment.- Business and FinanceDenmu has announced a $50 million fund aimed at supporting game developers. Separately, reports indicate that the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is nearing approval from EU antitrust regulators.
- Business and FinanceUS Senators are urging the FCC to prevent the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery from proceeding. Separately, Roblox has outlined its new payment structure for creators involved in brand integrations.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (June 19-21)This week's streaming highlights from June 19-21 include the return of "House of the Dragon" season 3 on HBO Max, the new season of "Sugar" on Apple TV, and "The Agency" season 2 on Paramount Plus. Netflix adds the Harlan Coben adaptation "I Will Find You," while Hulu/Disney Plus features "The Season," and Prime Video presents "Your Fault: London."
Netflix cancels Stranger Things creators' new series after one season, despite it landing a near-perfect Rotten…Netflix has canceled the science fiction series The Boroughs, produced by Stranger Things creators the Duffer Brothers, after only one season. The decision was reportedly due to high production costs and the Duffer Brothers' new deal with Paramount, which includes an upcoming movie. Despite the cancellation, the show received critical acclaim with a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and maintained a presence in Netflix's weekly top 10.- Business and FinanceThe Department of Justice has approved the deal involving Paramount, Skydance, and Warner Bros., which will place American Media under the control of the Ellison family. Separately, a former Community Manager for Destiny 2 claims that Bungie was on the verge of closure before recent events.
- DoJ approves Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. deal, cementing Ellison family control of American mediaThe Department of Justice has approved the deal involving Paramount, Skydance, and Warner Bros., which will solidify the Ellison family's control over American media. This development has raised concerns about the future of the film, television, and news industries.
- Star Trek: Shadow Frontier — Paramount Says 'The Goal Is for Bloober to Make the Best Star Trek Game of All Time'Paramount has expressed its ambition for Star Trek: Shadow Frontier to become the definitive Star Trek video game. The company is working with developer Bloober Team to achieve this goal, aiming for the highest quality in the franchise's gaming history.
- Business and FinanceThe UK's Competition and Markets Authority is investigating a potential merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. Separately, AMD has reportedly met its 2030 earnings targets two years ahead of schedule, indicating strong financial performance.
- The UK is investigating Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros. DiscoveryThe UK government is investigating Paramount's potential takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. The scrutiny indicates a review of the business deal by regulatory authorities.
- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsParamount is considering the development of video games based on its popular "Yellowstone" series and other shows within the "Sheridan-verse." This indicates a potential expansion of the franchise into interactive entertainment.
Silent Hill 2 remake studio is back with more sci-fi horror, and this time it's taking Star Trek to a mysterious, hostile worldBloober Team, known for the Silent Hill 2 remake, has announced Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a sci-fi psychological thriller set for release next year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game features Michelle Forbes reprising her role as Ro Laren, who crash-lands on a hostile planet filled with twisted creatures and a mysterious entity. Bloober Team also has other projects in development, including a Silent Hill 1 remake and a new Layers of Fear game.- US states are reportedly planning to sue to block Paramount's Warner Bros. takeoverMultiple U.S. states, including California led by Attorney General Rob Bonta, are reportedly planning to sue to block the proposed takeover of Paramount by Warner Bros. Discovery. The probe into the deal began shortly after its announcement.
- Business and FinanceParamount is rebooting its video game strategy by forming a new internal studio. This move aims to leverage the company's intellectual property for new gaming ventures.
The biggest surprises of Summer Game Fest 2006 - from Tupac to Alien Isolation 2Summer Game Fest showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including a new Cuphead game titled Mighty Cuphead Adventure, Alien: Isolation 2, and gen ATLAS from Fumito Ueda. Other notable reveals included Stranger Than Heaven featuring Tupac Shakur, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, and expansions for Monster Hunter Wilds and Stellar Blade. Many titles are slated for release in 2027 or later, with some like Virtua Fighter CrossRoads and 1666 Amsterdam aiming for next year.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsThe article discusses various game crossovers and collaborations, including a trailer for the Sonic 35th Anniversary and a surprise announcement of an 'Among Us' TV show on Paramount+.
- Evening MetaverseParamount+ has officially announced a phaseout of its streaming service. The specific reasons and timeline for this discontinuation were not detailed in the announcement.
Paramount unveils new 'unified' Paramount Games StudioParamount has launched Paramount Games Studio, a unified entity encompassing all its existing gaming studios, including Skydance Interactive and Skydance New Media. The studio aims to create games across various player types and leverage Paramount's intellectual property. Two games were announced: Platinum Games' Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game.