Eddie Murphy reflects on his storied career in the Netflix documentary Being Eddie.
The doc finds him opening up for the first time about his journey and how he’s been able to keep fans entertained over the years. It also includes commentary from Arsenio Hall, Jamie Foxx, Jerry Seinfeld, Tracee Ellis Ross, Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle about his influence and the impact of his classic films.
“There is no one else like him. Nobody. He’s been famous longer than just about anyone alive, and he’s never lost who he is,” Being Eddie director Angus Wall says in a press release. “He has survived it all with grace. How did he do that? What guides him? We chase all of these questions with him.”
Wall says Eddie “opens up his world and his heart” in the documentary in a way people have never seen before. He adds, “I think people are going to really enjoy spending time with him.”
Lily Collins and Eugenio Franceschini star in season 5 of ‘Emily in Paris.’ (Netflix)
Ciao, Emily!
The official teaser trailer for season 5 of Emily in Paris has arrived, and, despite the show’s title, it shows off the sights and sounds of Emily’s life in Rome, Italy.
Lily Collins is back in her role as the titular marketing executive Emily Cooper. This season, Emily is the head of Agence Grateau Rome. The trailer finds her adjusting to her new professional and romantic developments in the Italian city.
“But just as everything falls into place, a work idea backfires, and the fallout cascades into heartbreak and career setbacks. Seeking stability, Emily leans into her French lifestyle, until a big secret threatens one of her closest relationships,” according to the season’s official synopsis. “Tackling conflict with honesty, Emily emerges with deeper connections, renewed clarity, and a readiness to embrace new possibilities.”
The trailer finds Emily getting closer with her new beau, Marcello (Eugenio Franceschini). We see the pair cuddling, kissing and riding a Vespa past the Trevi Fountain.
“Rome looks so good on you,” Emily’s bestie Mindy, played by Ashley Park, tells her.
“Right!” she responds.
Darren Starr created the series, which he also executive produces and writes for.
Also starring in season 5 are Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu as Sylvie Grateau, Lucas Bravo as Gabriel, SamuelArnold as Julien, Bruno Gouery as Luc, William Abadie as Antoine Lambert, Lucien Laviscount as Alfie, Thalia Besson as Genevieve, Paul Forman as Nico, Arnaud Binard as Laurent G, Minnie Driver as Princess Jane, Bryan Greenberg as Jake and Michèle Laroque as Yvette.
Emily in Paris season 5 arrives to Netflix on Dec. 18.
Ariana Grande performs in ‘Wicked: One Wonderful Night’ (Courtesy NBC)
Wicked: For Good doesn’t hit theaters until Nov. 21, but you’ll be able to see the movie’s stars performing several weeks before that.
Wicked: One Wonderful Night, an NBC special featuring performances from stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, as well as some of the other cast members, will air Nov. 6 on NBC and stream the next day on Peacock.
The special will include performances of songs from the upcoming sequel, as well as world premiere clips from the film that highlight the two brand-new original songs penned specifically for the film by Stephen Schwartz, the composer of the original Wicked stage musical.
In addition to Grande and Erivo, cast members Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang and Marissa Bode are set to perform, accompanied by a 37-piece live orchestra. Cast interviews, dance numbers and behind-the-scenes moments round out the telecast.
Sit yourself back on the couch for more Shrinking. Season 3 of the Apple TV show will return on Jan. 28, 2026, with a one-hour premiere, with new episodes debuting weekly every Wednesday until April 8. Shrinking stars Jason Segel and Harrison Ford as therapist colleagues …
Sinners is heading back to IMAX. The Michael B. Jordan hit is coming to select theaters for one week starting Oct. 30. Sinners originally opened in April to $48 million at the U.S. box office, the best debut for an original film since 2019. The supernatural horror film previously returned to IMAX for a week in May due to popular demand …
Project Runway will strut another day. The fashion competition series has been renewed for season 22 on Freeform, Hulu and Disney+. Heidi Klum is returning as host and judge, along with judges Law Roach and Nina Garcia and mentor Christian Siriano. Disney is the parent company of ABC News …
Mira (voiced by May Hong), Rumi (voiced by Arden Cho) and Zoey (voiced by Ji-Young Yoo) in ‘KPop Demon Hunters.’ (Netflix)
Fans of KPop Demon Hunters can look forward to playing with officially licensed toys based on the hit film sometime soon.
Netflix has announced that Mattel and Hasbro have been named the global co-master toy licensees for KPop Demon Hunters. The partnership will bring about a new portfolio of toys, collectibles, games and more.
The Mattel partnership is set to include dolls, action figures, accessories, collectibles and playsets. To show off a first look at the offerings, Mattel Creations has announced a presale for a three-pack of HUNTR/X dolls. Fans can purchase the dolls starting on Nov. 12, while the orders will ship in 2026.
“We’re thrilled to deepen our partnership with Netflix through the record-shattering, chart-topping KPop Demon Hunters,” Roberto Stanichi, the chief global brand officer at Mattel, said. “Celebrating the breakout characters at the heart of the film, Mattel will harness our world-class design, creative, and marketing expertise to introduce a broad range of products across major categories to the delight of fans around the world.”
As for the Hasbro partnership, upcoming products include a special feature plush, youth electronics and role play. There will also be a new KPop Demon Hunters version of the card game Monopoly Deal.
“KPop Demon Hunters is a powerful pop culture phenomenon with global resonance—one that aligns seamlessly with our portfolio of iconic brands and our commitment to innovation,” Tim Kilpin, president of Toy, Licensing, and Entertainment at Hasbro, said. “This collaboration with Netflix enables us to bring the film’s dynamic universe to life beyond the screen, offering fans immersive new ways to engage through play. Together, we’re building a product lineup that unites storytelling and fandom in a uniquely Hasbro way.”
These new products from Mattel and Hasbro will be available starting in spring 2026, going through the holiday season of that year and further on.
The Settlers of Catan has forged a new alliance: the popular board game is being adapted into Netflix programming.
Asmodee, the company responsible for games like Ticket to Ride and Exploding Kittens, has partnered with Netflix to bring the world of Catan to the small screen via scripted and unscripted programming.
“Anyone who has played Catan knows [that] the intense strategy and negotiation at the core of the game has endless opportunities for some serious drama,” said Jinny Howe, head of scripted series, U.S. and Canada, for Netflix.
Created by Klaus Teuber in 1995, Settlers of Catan is a multiplayer board game in which players build settlements and cities on the island of Catan, collecting and trading resources while navigating new landscapes. The game has sold more than 45 million copies and been translated into more than 40 languages, according to a release. Under the new partnership, Netflix and Asmodee are turning the island into “an epic new storytelling universe.”
“Millions of people [have been] enjoying Catan since it was created, and for many it remains a gateway to modern board gaming,” Thomas Koegler, CEO of Asmodee, said in a news release. “It’s also a testament that board gaming is truly part of pop culture and a popular form of entertainment in everyone’s homes.”
Upcoming Settlers of Catan programming will join Netflix’s slate of game-to-screen stories, including Arcane, Castlevania, the upcoming Assassin’s Creed series and the Gears of War film.
Joseph Quinn as Eddie Munson in ‘Stranger Things’ season 4. (Netflix)
Sorry, Eddie Munson superfans.
Stranger Things co-creators Matt Duffer and Ross Duffer have confirmed that the fan-favorite character, who was introduced and died in season 4 of the popular sci-fi series, will not appear in the fifth and final season of the show.
Joseph Quinn portrayed the heavy metal rocker and leader of the Hellfire Club. His performance in the fourth season of Stranger Things set his career off, and landed him high-profile projects like The Fantastic Four: First Steps and the upcoming Sam Mendes Beatles films.
There were rumors that Quinn’s time as Munson wasn’t quite over, but the Duffers put them to rest in a recent interview with Empire.
“I love that Joe Quinn is toying with people! But no, he’s dead,” Matt Duffer said. “Joe is so busy anyway, that everyone should know he’s not coming back. He’s shot like five movies since! When the hell has he got time to come and shoot Stranger Things? No, sadly, RIP. He’s fully under that ground.”
The first volume of the three-part drop of Stranger Things season 5 releases on Nov. 26. Volume II releases on Dec. 25, while the series finale debuts on Dec. 31.
Adam Driver attends the ‘Megalopolis’ press conference ahead of the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2024, in Cannes, France. (Victor Boyko/Getty Images)
Help us, Adam Driver. You’re our only hope for a Ben Solo movie.
The actor, who portrayed Kylo Ren/Ben Solo in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, has revealed that Disney turned down a potential film centered on his character, despite Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy being on board with the project. Driver detailed the plans for the film during a recent interview with The Associated Press.
“I always was interested in doing another Star Wars,” Driver said. “I had been talking about doing another one since 2021. Kathleen had reached out. I always said: With a great director and a great story, I’d be there in a second. I loved that character and loved playing him.”
Driver said he took his Ben Solo movie idea to filmmaker Steven Soderbergh, who previously directed the actor in the 2017 film Logan Lucky.
Soderbergh and Rebecca Blunt outlined a story concept for which Scott Z. Burns was tapped to write the script. The film was set after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, where Driver’s Ben Solo seemingly dies saving the life of Daisy Ridley‘s Rey.
Driver says the script, which was titled The Hunt for Ben Solo, was “one of the coolest (expletive) scripts I had ever been a part of.”
He also said Lucasfilm loved it, while those in charge at Disney did not feel the same way.
“We took it to Bob Iger and Alan Bergman and they said no. They didn’t see how Ben Solo was alive. And that was that,” Driver said.
The actor said the film “was really cool,” but that “it is no more, so I can finally talk about it.”
Soderbergh also shared his thoughts on the unmade Ben Solo sequel film.
“I really enjoyed making the movie in my head. I’m just sorry the fans won’t get to see it,” the director said in a statement to the outlet.
Lucasfilm had no comment when reached by ABC Audio.
Disney is the parent company of ABC News and Lucasfilm.
Eric Dane has found his next role. The actor is set to guest star in season 2 of the NBC series Brilliant Minds. Dane will play a firefighter named Matthew who is diagnosed with ALS and struggles to share the news with his family. This comes as Dane announced he was diagnosed with ALS earlier in 2025 …
Taraji P. Henson has signed a two-picture deal with Netflix. Deadline reports the actress is set to star in and executive produce two upcoming films for the streamer. She previously starred in Netflix’s film Straw, which debuted in June 2025 …
An updated version of the series Prison Break is headed to Hulu. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the streamer has greenlit the new version of the show that previously aired on Fox. Elgin James will serve as showrunner, and will also write and direct the pilot episode. The series will follow a former soldier who now works as a corrections officer and takes a job at one of the deadliest prisons in America to prove how far she’ll go for someone she loves …
Emma Stone attends the ‘Bugonia’ Headline Gala at the 69th BFI London Film Festival at The Royal Festival Hall on October 10, 2025, in London, England. (Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for BFI)
Emma Stone was shocked her ex-boyfriend and former co-star Andrew Garfield kept a Spidey secret from her.
Garfield reprised his role as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the 2021 film Spider-Man: No Way Home. Stone, who played Garfield’s love interest, Gwen Stacy, in the 2012 movie The Amazing Spider-Man and its 2014 sequel, says she was kept in the dark about his appearance in the Tom Holland-starring Spider-Man multiverse film. The actress confirmed this on a recent episode of the Happy, Sad, Confused podcast.
“I asked him if he was going to be in that and he was like, ‘I don’t know what you’re talking about,'” Stone said. “I was like, ‘What? Oh, I guess that means no, right?’ But it wasn’t no, it was yes.”
Even though Garfield didn’t tell her the truth about his role in the film, Stone said she admires his dedication to keeping the reveal a secret.
“Good for him. He kept it really close to the vest,” Stone said.
Garfield has previously opened up about having to keep the secret from Stone.
“Emma kept on texting me,” Garfield said on a 2022 episode of the Happy, Sad, Confused podcast. “She was like, ‘Are you in this new Spider-Man film?’ And I was like, ‘I don’t know what you’re talking about.’ I kept it going, even with her.”
The fourth Holland-led Spidey film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, swings into theaters on July 31, 2026.
