Daily Variety

Daily Variety

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Variety journalists and entertainment leaders deliver business news and analysis tailored for industry insiders.

Episode List

'Kpop Demon Hunters' Unite: Stars and Singers Gather to Celebrate the Movie’s Success and Significance

Feb 19th, 2026 5:59 PM

On today’s episode, Variety’s Jazz Tangcay explains how she pulled off the “Kpop Demon Hunters” summit held Feb. 17 at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood in tandem with the publication of Variety’s standalone special issue on the animated musical smash. Includes highlights from the screening and panel that brought together the six actors and singers -- EJAE, Ji-young Yoo, Audrey Nuna, Arden Cho, May Hong and Rei Ami -- for the first time to discuss how the Netflix-Sony Pictures hit has touched their hearts and changed their careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s Next for Warner Bros. Discovery’s M&A Love Triangle?; Remembering Robert Duvall’s ‘Symphonic’ Talent

Feb 18th, 2026 8:31 PM

On today’s episode, we’ll hear from Variety’s Todd Spangler on the latest developments in the three-way M&A love triangle between Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix and Paramount Skydance. And Owen Gleiberman pays tribute to the “symphonic” talent of Robert Duvall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘Wuthering Heights’ Extends Warner Bros.' ‘Fabulous’ Box Office Streak

Feb 17th, 2026 6:07 PM

On today's episode, Variety's Rebecca Rubin breaks down a solid weekend at the box office with a diverse mix of new titles, led by Emerald Fennell's buzzy "Wuthering Heights" from Warner Bros. and animated family film "GOAT" from Sony Pictures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's Happening in Hollywood's Contract Talks; Remembering James Van Der Beek

Feb 12th, 2026 8:16 PM

On today’s episode, Variety’s Gene Maddaus offers the latest on SAG-AFTRA’s contract negotiations with Hollywood’s largest studios and streamers. And Emily Longeretta pays tribute to James Van Der Beek, an actor who came to help define his generation of TV and movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'The Simpsons' Celebrates 800 Episodes and Takes Aim at 1,000: 'It's a Gift'

Feb 11th, 2026 6:17 PM

On today’s episode, Variety’s Michael Schneider discusses “The Simpsons” reaching another astounding industry milestone, Episode No. 800. He details his reporting with producers and longtime cast members on how the beloved Fox animated series defies the gravity of its years to stay strong in Season 37. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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