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Hollywood's actors and studios are edging closer to a deal that would allow the industry to return to production after a strike of more than three months

Chucky season 3 has been split in two parts with four episodes in each, making a total of eight. If you are waiting for part 2, you will have to wait a while. On October 25, Chucky season 3 episode 4, titled «Dressed to Kill,» aired on Syfy and USA Network. You can catch it on Peacock if you missed it. The fourth episode had a cliffhanger, leaving fans eager for episode 5. Normally, when a season is divided into parts, there's a wait of six to eight months. But for Chucky, it's going to be longer. Chucky season 3 episode 5 might not come until late 2024. If the second part was ready, it could have premiered in early 2024, maybe in March or April. However, the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strikes have halted things. Filming for episodes 5-8 hasn't even started yet. The strikes need to end first, and there's no clear end date in sight. Even if a deal is reached soon, filming will still take months. After that, there's post-production and editing. Considering all this, Chucky season 3 episode 5 probably won't be out until the end of 2024. It might align with an October release to match the show's theme.

NASA has confirmed the passing of Apollo astronaut Thomas Kenneth Mattingly II at the age of 87. Mattingly was a pivotal figure in the Apollo Program and played a crucial role in ensuring the safe return of the Apollo 13 crew to Earth after an onboard explosion jeopardized their lunar mission. In a statement, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson expressed his condolences and described Mattingly as «one of our country's heroes» who made significant contributions to the success of the Apollo Program. Thomas Kenneth Mattingly II passed away on Tuesday in in Arlington, Virginia, with the cause of death not specified in the statement. Thomas Kenneth Mattingly II, a former Navy jet pilot with an aeronautical engineering degree, joined NASA in 1966 and embarked on his first spaceflight in April 1972 as part of the Apollo 16 mission. Serving as the pilot of the spacecraft's command module, Mattingly captured extensive images of the moon's surface and conducted experiments while two other astronauts collected lunar samples. During the return journey to Earth, Mattingly performed an extravehicular activity to retrieve film canisters containing photos of the moon. He had previously named the spacecraft «Casper» due to the resemblance he saw between an astronaut in a spacesuit and the cartoon character Casper the Friendly Ghost. Following the conclusion of the Apollo program, Mattingly assumed a role in the astronaut support office for the space shuttle program, which aimed to transport astronauts to and from the future International Space Station in Earth's orbit.

The White Lotus" were eagerly awaiting the release of its third season, but they now face disappointment. The popular show, known for its ever-changing cast and settings, won't be returning until 2025. HBO's CEO Casey Bloys confirmed this during a press conference in New York on November 2, ruling out any chance of a 2024 release. This delay isn't exclusive to «The White Lotus.» HBO also pushed back the release of «Euphoria» season 3 and the Pennywise prequel series «Welcome to Derry» to 2025. However, viewers can still look forward to «House of the Dragon» season 2 in the summer of 2024, along with other exciting releases like «The Sex Lives of College Girls» season 3, «Curb Your Enthusiasm» season 12, «Hacks» season 3, and «Industry» season 3 in 2024.

Killers of the Flower Moon, a cinematic masterpiece helmed by renowned director Martin Scorsese and produced by Apple, Paramount, and Imperative Entertainment, has stormed the global box office, shattering the $100 million mark. As it strides into its third week, this epic western crime saga stands at $102.1 million in worldwide earnings. It includes an impressive $45.3 million from the domestic market and an additional $56.8 million from international theaters. The star-studded cast, featuring Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, and Lily Gladstone, captivated audiences when it premiered at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, followed by a global theatrical rollout in late October. What's remarkable about this achievement is that the movie's opening overseas was a powerful one, even though it's a period piece with an extended runtime. This accomplishment occurred during a time when the cast couldn't engage in traditional promotional activities due to an ongoing actors' strike. Nevertheless, the movie's appeal has not waned, with last weekend's performance showing only a 36% drop in international markets.

Billboard’s Friday Music Guide is here for music enthusiasts worldwide, who are eagerly anticipating the latest releases that will dominate playlists and conversations. The list is filled with the most essential music drops this week. From BTS's Jung Kook to the legendary Beatles and the ever-intriguing Olivia Rodrigo, here are this week's top picks:

Elvis Presley's image. Before her death in January at age 54, Lisa Marie Presley reportedly has allegedly lashed out at the way her dad was depicted in the script for Sofia Coppola’s new biopic about her mom, Priscilla. As per media reports, two emails were sent by late Lisa Marie to Coppola in which she asked the director to reconsider her take on the couple’s love story to spare her family from public embarrassment. “My father only comes across as a predator and manipulative.

Curb Your Enthusiasm" season 12 will be released in February 2024. The show has been on the air for several seasons for over 20 years. The previous season, Season 11, commenced on October 24, 2021, and the one prior to that was shown in the winter of 2020. Bloys mentioned that press screeners for the upcoming season will be available in the coming weeks. While there were rumors earlier this year suggesting that season 12 might be the final installment of «Curb,» Bloys stated that no decisions have been made regarding the show's future. The final call on whether to continue or conclude the series will ultimately rest with Larry David.

Netflix has become a hub for outstanding animated series that cater to both children and adults. From heartwarming tales to hilarious comedies, the streaming platform offers a diverse range of animated shows that deserve your attention.

(Reuters) — Paramount Global shares surged 10% on Friday, after the media company narrowed the 2023 loss forecast for its fast-growing streaming business as investments peaked a year ahead of target.

Ared flag falls off a truck. A little tramp in a battered bowler hat picks it up and starts waving it, trying to catch the driver’s attention. He doesn’t notice that a crowd has formed behind him.

Priscilla Presley rarely speaks for very long in “Priscilla," the new movie about her life. Instead, her eye makeup delivers a bold statement about the truth of being married to Elvis. In a quick opening sequence, Priscilla, portrayed by Cailee Spaeny, applies black eyeliner to create a perfect batwing.

The Batman" universe is gearing up for a major expansion, with the eagerly anticipated spin-off series, "The Penguin," set to grace screens. While fans were met with some discouraging news regarding the show's release, the delay may ultimately serve the series well.

Asia Pacific Screen Awards on Friday. Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia hosted the 16th edition of the APSA Awards.“Perfect Days,” narrates the life of a toilet cleaner in Tokyo as he finds happiness in everyday life. The film was premiered in Cannes. It was selected as Japan’s Oscar contender and as the opening title of the Tokyo International Film Festival.

Hunger Games prequel, «The Ballad Of Songbirds And Snakes,» as she contributes a track to the film's soundtrack. Rodrigo wrote the song «Can't Catch Me Now» for the prequel. The cast of the movie includes Rachel Zegler, Tom Blyth, Viola Davis, and Peter Dinklage. The song is 3 minutes and 25 seconds long. The prequel, set years before the events of the initial four Hunger Games movies, will offer audiences a fresh perspective on the dystopian world of Panem.

₹553.7 crore on Day 15. Leo witnessed a huge drop in collection from October 30 onwards following a big jump in collection over the weekend.

Police have asked the public for help to find Richard Pusey, the Porsche-driving former mortgage broker who filmed dying police officers at a 2020 vehicle accident, who is wanted on outstanding warrants.

Scarlett Johansson has taken legal action against an AI app after its advertisement allegedly featured her name and likeness without her permission. The 22-second advertisement was posted on X by 'Lisa AI: 90's Yearbook & Avatar', an image generating app, according to American news outletVariety. A spokesperson of the 'Marriage Story' star confirmed to Variety that she is not a spokesperson for the company and that appropriate legal actions were taken since it was spotted on October 28. «We do not take these things lightly.

Geneva on Nov. 7, the auctioneer said on Thursday. Known as 'Bleu Royal' this vivid blue diamond — which is set in a ring — is among the rarest ever to be unearthed.

Ghost of Tsushima, is making its way to the big screen. Here's what we know about the upcoming movie.

Barbie' star Ryan Gosling and 'Oppenheimer' actor Emily Blunt's upcoming movie «The Fall Guy» drops the official trailer on YouTube. The film will release on March 1 in theaters. Inspired by the hit 1980s TV series, «The Fall Guy» focuses on Colt Seavers, a battle-scarred stuntman who, having left the business a year earlier to focus on both his physical and mental health, is drafted back into service when the star of a mega-budget studio movie—being directed by his ex, Jody Moreno, played by Golden Globe winner Emily Blunt goes missing. Gosling played the role of Seavers. While the film’s ruthless producer maneuvers to keep the disappearance of star Tom Ryder a secret from the studio and the media, Colt performs the film’s most outrageous stunts while trying (with limited success) to charm his way back into Jody’s good graces. But as the mystery around the missing star deepens, Colt will find himself ensnared in a sinister, criminal plot that will push him to the edge of a fall more dangerous than any stunt, according to details provided with the trailer. The Fall Guy also stars Winston Duke and Academy Award nominee Stephanie Hsu.