Cult Japanese video game Lollipop Chainsaw is being adapted into a live-action R-rated action comedy film following cheerleader and zombie hunter Juliet Starling. The project, unveiled at Tokyo Game Show, is being developed by an international team and marks the franchise's expansion alongside a new game launch and animated series.
AGC CEO Stuart Ford argues that the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery antitrust complaint fails to address threats to independent film and international television production, sectors that face eroding Pay-1 license fees and reduced negotiating leverage with streamers as the number of major buyers shrinks from five to four.
Roku launched 30 customizable subscription bundles featuring services like HBO Max, AMC+, Fox One, and Starz, offering savings up to 30% compared to individual subscriptions. The bundles are available through Roku's Premium Subscriptions platform, with data showing 76% of sign-ups are incremental and 98% of subscribers are new to their services.