The “Descendants/ZOMBIES Worlds Collide: Concert Special” is coming to Disney+ and Disney Channel. The special will premiere February 19 on Disney Channel and will be available to stream the next day, February 20, 2026 on Disney+.

Celebrating the high-energy music from the iconic “Descendants” and “ZOMBIES” franchises, the “Descendants/ZOMBIES Worlds Collide Tour” thrilled sold-out crowds in over 40 arenas across North America last summer. Now, families and fans of all ages can relive the excitement, singing and dancing along with their favourite stars from the comfort of home.

Starring Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife, the special delivers show-stopping performances, exclusive backstage access, never-before-seen footage, and a front-row seat to the electrifying concert — and fun on the road.

The concert event also includes special guest performances by Meg Donnelly, Milo Manheim, Liamani Segura and Rita Ora.

“Descendants/ZOMBIES Worlds Collide: Concert Special” is produced by Fulwell 73 Productions, the acclaimed team behind the EmmyⓇ-nominated Disney concert specials “The Lion King Live at the Hollywood Bowl,” “Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl” and the Emmy Award-winning “Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium.” Gabe Turner, Sally Wood and Lou Fox serve as executive producers, with Paul Dugdale directing. Disney Concerts produced the AEG Presents-promoted live concert tour. Amy Tinkham served as the tour’s creative director, with video direction and choreography by Scotty Nguyen.

Get ready for the concert special by watching all your favourite “Descendants” and “ZOMBIES” movies and series. All available to watch now on Disney+.

In conjunction with the Disney+ debut, Disney Music Group will release the “Descendants/ZOMBIES: Worlds Collide Tour – The Live Album” on February 20 across all major digital platforms, capturing the excitement of the blockbuster 2025 North American tour. The album features mash‑ups and high‑energy performances across 24 tracks, showcasing the spirit of a tour recognized as Best Family Tour in Billboard’s Year-End Touring Report 2025. The tour also earned a nomination for Pollstar’s Family Event for Non-Music Tour of the Year, highlighting its breakout success with audiences nationwide. Fans can now listen to the official “Worlds Collide” playlist here. The album will include the tracklist below.
o “Worlds Collide” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “Red” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall

o “The Place to Be” – Performed by Freya Skye and Malachi Barton

o “Fired Up/Did I Mention” – Performed by Malachi Barton, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “Rotten to the Core/BAMM” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “Perfect Revenge/What’s My Name” – Performed by Dara Reneé and Joshua Colley

o “Life Is Sweeter” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “Like the Zombies Do/Chillin’ Like a Villain” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “Someday” – Performed by Freya Skye and Malachi Barton

o “Dream Come True” – Performed by Freya Skye and Malachi Barton

o “Good to Be Bad” – Performed by Malia Baker and Mekonnen Knife

o “Love Ain’t It” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall

o “Flesh & Bone/It’s Goin’ Down” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “We Own the Night/Call to the Wild” – Performed by Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “Don’t Mess with Us” – Performed by Freya Skye and Malachi Barton

o “Ways to Be Wicked” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “Queen of Mean” – Performed by Dara Reneé

o “Alien Invasion” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “If Only” – Performed by Malia Baker

o “Space Between” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall and Malia Baker

o “My Own Way” – Performed by Freya Skye

o “Shuffle of Love” – Performed by Malachi Barton, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “Legends in the Making” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

o “Set it off (Encore)” – Performed by Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife

Today, Prime Video unveiled the official trailer for Scarpetta, the new forensic crime thriller based on Patricia Cornwell’s bestselling Kay Scarpetta book series, developed and written for television by Liz Sarnoff. With over 120 million copies sold worldwide since the character’s debut in 1990, this adaptation marks the culmination of decades of anticipation as the beloved forensic pathologist finally comes to the screen. Scarpetta will premiere on March 11, 2026, exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. The series is produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Blumhouse Television in association with Blossom Films, Comet Pictures, and P&S Projects.

See the Trailer now.

Scarpetta brings Patricia Cornwell’s iconic literary character to life in a gripping series starring Nicole Kidman as “Dr. Kay Scarpetta.” With skilled hands and an unnerving eye, this unrelenting medical examiner is determined to serve as the voice of the victims, unmask a serial killer, and prove that her career-making case from 28 years prior isn’t also her undoing. Set against the backdrop of modern forensic investigation, the series delves beyond the crime scene to explore the psychological complexities of both perpetrators and investigators, creating a multi-layered thriller that examines the toll of pursuing justice at all costs.

From Emmy-nominated writer, executive producer, and showrunner Liz Sarnoff (Barry, Lost) comes “Scarpetta,” a chilling crime thriller that unfolds across two timelines. This dual narrative explores “Kay Scarpetta’s” (Nicole Kidman) journey from her beginnings as a Chief Medical Examiner in the late ’90s to her present-day return to her hometown, where she resumes her former position while investigating a grisly murder. As Scarpetta pursues justice, she must navigate complicated relationships, including the fraught dynamic with her sister “Dorothy Farinelli” (Jamie Lee Curtis), confront long-held professional and personal grudges, and face secrets that threaten to unravel everything she’s built.

Academy Award winner Nicole Kidman (Expats) stars as Medical Examiner “Kay Scarpetta,” Academy Award winner Jamie Lee Curtis (The Bear) stars as her sister “Dorothy Farinelli,” Emmy winner Bobby Cannavale stars as Detective “Pete Marino,” with Emmy nominee Simon Baker (The Mentalist) as FBI profiler “Benton Wesley” and Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose (West Side Story) as Kay’s tech-savvy niece “Lucy Farinelli Watson.” The series’ dual timeline is completed by Rosy McEwen (Blue Jean), Amanda Righetti (The Mentalist), Jake Cannavale (The Offer), and Hunter Parrish (Weeds), who portray the past versions of Kidman, Curtis, Cannavale, and Baker’s characters, respectively.

Scarpetta is executive produced by Nicole Kidman and Per Saari through Blossom Films, Jamie Lee Curtis through Comet Pictures, writer and showrunner Liz Sarnoff through Sarnoff TV, author Patricia Cornwell through P & S Projects, as well as Jason Blum, Jeremy Gold, Chris Dickie, and Chris McCumber through Blumhouse Television. David Gordon Green directed five episodes and also serves as executive producer alongside Amy Sayres. The series is produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Blumhouse Television in association with Blossom Films, Comet Pictures, and P&S Projects.

In support of the trailer debut, Prime Video and CrimeCon will host an exclusive virtual panel with author Patricia Cornwell, executive producer and writer Liz Sarnoff, and actress Rosy McEwen.

*The panel will go live on CrimeCon’s YouTube channel 1 hour after the official debut at 11am ET.

Dear Grain and Yan Dining Room come together for a two-week Lunar New Year collaboration running February 17 to March 3, 2026, introducing a limited-edition collection of baked goods inspired by shared values around craft, experimentation, and flavour.

Developed in Toronto and shaped by the city’s diverse food culture, the collaboration uses sourdough and pastry as a foundation for exploring Lunar New Year flavour profiles through a contemporary baking lens. The result is a focused collection that balances tradition with creative reinterpretation.

Guided by Chef Eva Chin’s culinary background and experience with Lunar New Year–inspired flavours and ingredients, alongside Dear Grain’s technical sourdough expertise and familiar recipes, the project reflects a collaborative, hands-on development process.

“Lunar New Year is about reflection, renewal, and gathering around food,” says Chef Eva Chin, Executive Chef of Yan Dining Room. “This collaboration was an opportunity to explore those ideas through baking—taking familiar flavours and translating them in a way that feels considered, modern, and reflective of Toronto’s food culture.”

The collection highlights expressive Lunar New Year ingredients including hawthorn, red dates (jujubes), ginger, and scallion, reworked through modern baking techniques to create balance and depth. The flavours build on familiar reference points, refined through fermentation and contemporary baking methods.

“At Dear Grain, we’re drawn to processes that take time – fermentation, technique, and thoughtful collaboration,” says Adri Greenspan, Lead Baker at Dear Grain. “Partnering with Eva allowed us to explore Lunar New Year flavours through that lens, while also celebrating the cultural mix that defines the GTA. It’s a collaboration rooted in Toronto, where food becomes a natural meeting point for different traditions and perspectives.”

Rather than centering on a single culinary tradition, the collaboration reflects a broader approach where slow processes meet contemporary ideas, and where cultural exchange happens through shared making.

The result is a Lunar New Year offering that feels current, thoughtful, and rooted in the city where it was created.

The Lunar New Year 2026 Collection Includes:
● Pastry Special: A hawthorn scone featuring rhubarb, chosen for its natural acidity and brightness, which complements hawthorn’s subtle tartness. The result is a balanced, fruit-forward pastry that leans gently sweet with a clean, refreshing finish.
● Laminated Special (Available Friday to Sunday only): A croissant filled with red dates, apple, walnut, goji berry, and finished with a ginger glaze and dried osmanthus flowers. Warmly spiced and gently sweet, the pastry emphasizes texture and contrast, designed for slow enjoyment.
● Bread Special: A scallion and everything bagel–spiced sourdough bun, inspired by the flavours of a Chinese green onion pancake and reimagined through Dear Grain’s fermentation-driven approach. The bun will be available for purchase at all three Dear Grain locations throughout the collaboration. The bread special is also offered as a breakfast sandwich, available exclusively at Dear Grain’s Toronto locations. The sandwich features custard-style steamed egg, sausage, chili crisp mayo, pickled greens,
and melted cheddar, delivering a bold, savoury profile rooted in comfort and contrast. The breakfast sandwich will not be available at Dear Grain’s Hamilton location)

Together, Dear Grain and Yan Dining Room present a Lunar New Year 2026 collaboration that reflects Toronto’s collaborative spirit—where flavour, craft, and culture continue to evolve side by side.

Some highlights:

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Jack Harlow will release his fourth studio album, Monica, on March 13, 2026 with Atlantic Records. Written over the past year at one of the most storied studios in music history, New York’s Electric Lady, Monica was created after Jack’s move to New York City. Vinyl pre-orders are now available here.

ABOUT JACK HARLOW:

From his early recordings, Jack Harlow was recognized as leading the way for a new generation in music, with his mixtapes, albums, and live shows earning critical acclaim, amassing over 11 billion streams, garnering multiple GRAMMY Nominations, and #1 singles. In January this year, Jack attended Prada and Dries Van Noten shows at Milan and Paris Fashion Week.

Today, Prime Video debuted the first-look images for its groundbreaking new series, Spider-Noir, starring Nicolas Cage in his first leading television role, which will premiere worldwide Spring 2026. Produced by Sony Pictures Television exclusively for MGM+ and Prime Video, the hotly anticipated series will debut domestically on MGM+’s linear broadcast channel, then globally on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories thereafter. For a special and unique viewing experience, Spider-Noir will be available to stream two ways, in “Authentic Black & White” and “True-Hue Full Color” for audiences to choose their own journey to watch.

The first-look images give audiences a special peek into the world of Spider-Noir as the below characters are introduced.

Ben Reilly (Nicolas Cage) – Back in the day, Ben Reilly was the superhero known as “The Spider”. After a personal tragedy, he stepped away from his heroic alter ego. Only an extraordinary case could call this down-on-his-luck private investigator to drop the ordinary man act and put his mask back on.

Robbie Robertson (Lamorne Morris) – A dedicated journalist trying to make it in 1930s New York with the odds stacked against him. He is willing to do whatever is necessary for his career as well as his best friend, Ben.

Cat Hardy (Li Jun Li) – The star attraction at the premiere nightclub in New York. It may seem like she is always looking out for herself, but the truth is more complex than meets the eye.

Janet (Karen Rodriguez) – Smart, scrappy, and loyal secretary to Ben Reilly. She wants to help her boss and his small business become successful, and she has zero problem speaking truth to power.

Spider-Noir is a live-action series based on the Marvel comic “Spider-Man Noir”. Spider-Noir tells the story of Ben Reilly (Nicolas Cage), a seasoned, down on his luck private investigator in 1930s New York, who is forced to grapple with his past life, following a deeply personal tragedy, as the city’s one and only superhero.

Full cast includes Academy Award®-winning actor Nicolas Cage (Adaptation, Pig), Emmy Award®-winning actor Lamorne Morris (Fargo, New Girl)), Li Jun Li (Sinners, Babylon), Karen Rodriguez (The Hunting Wives, Acapulco), Abraham Popoola (Atlas, Slow Horses), with Jack Huston (Boardwalk Empire, American Hustle), and Emmy Award®-winning and Academy Award®-nominated actor Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin, Harry Potter). Guest star cast includes Lukas Haas, Cameron Britton, Cary Christopher, Michael Kostroff, Scott MacArthur, Joe Massingill, Whitney Rice, Amanda Schull, Andrew Caldwell, Amy Aquino, Andrew Robinson, and Kai Caster.

Spider-Noir is produced by Sony Pictures Television exclusively for MGM+ and Prime Video. Emmy Award®-winning director Harry Bradbeer (Fleabag, Killing Eve) directed and executive produced the first two episodes. Oren Uziel (The Lost City, 22 Jump Street) and Steve Lightfoot (Marvel’s The Punisher, Shantaram) serve as co-showrunners and executive producers. Uziel and Lightfoot developed the series with the Academy Award®-winning team behind Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Amy Pascal. Lord and Miller executive produce for their shingle Lord Miller along with Aditya Sood and Dan Shear. Amy Pascal also serves as an executive producer via Pascal Pictures. Cage and Pavlina Hatoupis also serve as executive producers.

Focus Features and Universal Pictures Canada will release
GIRLS LIKE GIRLS In Theatres Nationwide on June 19, 2026.

Today we get a new Poster, with a new Trailer!

Director: Hayley Kiyoko
Story by: Hayley Kiyoko and Chloe Okuno
Screenplay by: Hayley Kiyoko and Stefanie Scott
Producer: Marc Platt, Adam Siegel, Michael Philip, Jason Moring, Richard Alan Reid, Katie McNicol,
Dee Best
Cast: Maya da Costa, Myra Molloy, Levon Hawke and Zach Braff
Synopsis: Based on writer/director Hayley Kiyoko’s hit single and best-selling novel of the same name and featuring all-new music from Kiyoko, GIRLS LIKE GIRLS is a heartfelt coming-of-age story set over the course of one sun-drenched summer, where new-girl-in-town Coley falls in love for the first time while learning to accept herself along the way.

Today, Netflix released the official trailer for the second season of the hit series ONE PIECE: Into the Grand Line, coming to Netflix on March 10. The official trailer was accompanied by new images and a personally penned letter from Eiichiro Oda, the creator of the global phenomenon.

Alongside the trailer, a series of 13 global fan screenings and activations were announced, inviting fans to come sail away with the Straw Hat pirates for their own Journey to the Grand Line ahead of the March 10 premiere.

The 13 global events will take place across the following dates and locations:

February 23 – Mexico City, Mexico

February 26 – Los Angeles, CA

February 27-March 1 – Brussels, Belgium

February 28 – March 1 – Paris, France

March 4-8 – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

March 5 – Tokyo, Japan

March 5-15 – Jakarta, Indonesia

March 6-8 – Milan, Italy

March 8 – Cape Town, South Africa

March 13-15 – Taguig, Philippines

March 8-15 – Bangkok, Thailand

March 14 – Kaohsiungj, Taiwan

March – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Aburi Sushi, located inside Waterworks Food Hall (50 Brant Street), will celebrate Lunar New Year on February 17 with a one-night-only Shabu Shabu tasting experience, offering guests a nine-course menu curated exclusively for the occasion. As part of the MICHELIN-starred Aburi group of restaurants, the team here designed the menu to highlight premium seasonal ingredients and Japanese culinary techniques. The limited-seating event will be offered at 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., with tickets priced at $125 per person plus tax and gratuity, available by reservation HERE.

The evening will begin with Toro Monaka, followed by an Aburi Sashimi Duo featuring maguro and hamachi. The centrepiece of the experience will be the A5 Miyazaki Wagyu and Oyster Shabu Shabu, gently simmered in a miso soy milk broth and paired with seasonal winter vegetables. Along with other bites on the tasting menu, this celebratory experience concludes with a light Ginger Panna Cotta dessert.

See the full menu below:

Aburi welcomes guests to enjoy the seasonal dining through top-notch ingredients and Japanese expertise. Limited seating is available, so don’t miss out on this festive feast.

About Aburi Sushi:
Aburi Sushi at Waterworks is Toronto’s premier Omakase-style bar specializing in hand rolls and Aburi Sushi, a refined technique of flame-searing sushi to enhance its natural flavors. Located inside Waterworks Food Hall, this intimate dining destination blends traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern culinary innovation, offering a premium sushi experience in a vibrant, contemporary setting. As part of the Aburi Sushi brand, Aburi Sushi at Waterworks is committed to delivering high-quality ingredients, expert techniques, and exceptional service. Whether guests are indulging in a carefully curated Omakase experience or enjoying fresh, made-to-order sushi for dine-in or takeout, every bite reflects the brand’s dedication to excellence.

The Canadian Film Fest (CFF) is pleased to announce the return of the You-CAN Pitch Competition for the second consecutive year. This initiative provides Black Canadian filmmakers with the opportunity to pitch their projects to a panel of industry experts and receive valuable feedback and mentorship to advance their careers. Aiming to support the next generation of filmmakers, the competition is open to both individuals and teams, with up to five finalists invited to take part in an exclusive in-person pitch session. Applications are now open here, and the deadline for submission is Sunday February 22nd, 2026 at 11:59 p.m EST.

The You-CAN Pitch Competition will offer finalists a chance to present their narrative feature film project to a panel of experienced industry professionals, who will provide constructive insights and guidance to help elevate their creative visions. Afterwards, they will engage in organized meetings with select panelists for further discussions and networking opportunities. There will also be virtual mentorship sessions and one-on-one practice opportunities prior to the pitch presentation, where participants will be able to hone their skills and practice with a mentor.

The selected finalists will receive CFF passes and access to the festival’s industry events and networking opportunities. The winner of the competition will receive over $35,000 of in-kind, career- building prizes to help them develop their feature film.

CFF’s You-CAN Pitch Competition is grateful for the support from mentors Shawn Gerrard (Jane, Space & Time) and Duane Crichton (Home, Murdoch Mysteries). R.T.Thorne (40 Acres, The Porter), Floyd Kane (Diggstown, Across the Line), Carolyn Mauricette (Director of Canadian Programming, Fantasia International Film Festival), and more to be announced will participate on the jury to select the winning pitch. This program is developed and hosted by CFF Programmer Richard Pierre.

“We’re proud to bring back You-CAN Pitch for the second year,” said Bern Euler, Executive Director, CFF. “This competition offers filmmakers a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, showcase their ideas, receive guidance, and develop skills that will serve them long beyond the festival. Canadian Film Fest is committed to creating spaces where emerging creators can be recognized and supported. We can’t wait to discover the next wave of exceptional Canadian filmmakers.”

Finalists will be chosen based on the strength of their pitches, creative concepts, and readiness to develop their projects further. Applications are now open, and the deadline for submission is Sunday February 22nd, 2026 at 11:59 p.m EST. To apply or for more details on the program, visit https://www.canfilmfest.ca/youcan-pitch-2026

The winner of the 2025 You-CAN Pitch competition was Vanessa Magic’s Nadine Pick Up the Phone, which is in pre-production.

This program is generously sponsored by OYA Black Arts Coalition and SESLER with prizes from Sunbelt Rentals Film and TV, Ontario Camera, Keslow Camera, Diving Horses, APM Music, and more.

The 20th edition of Canadian Film Fest takes place March 24 – 29, 2026. Applications open now here.