Netflix today announced a new 8 episode scripted series, The Granville Girls.

The show is based on The Gilbert Girls books by Cat Cahill.

Logline: As the great railway sweeps across the Canadian Rockies, Emma Daniels becomes a “Granville Girl,” one of a select few women hired to work at the Granville Hotel. The job offers adventure, friendship, and a chance to support her family—if she can resist the hotel’s strictest rule: never fraternize with the men. But when Emma’s heart is captured by the hotel’s mysterious builder, she faces a choice that could cost her everything.

Showrunner/Writer: Adriana Maggs (above right – Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent, Frontier)

Executive Producer: Christina Jennings (above left – Murdoch Mysteries, Departure)

Production Company: Shaftesbury

Quotes:
Danielle Woodrow and Tara Woodbury, Directors, Content – Canada: “The Granville Girls is a big, blue sky series that offers the comfort of female friendship and the allure of period romance. Between Adriana’s distinctive voice and Christina’s powerhouse producing, we’re confident that audiences are going to be hooked from the first episode.”

Christina Jennings, Chairman and President, Shaftesbury: “Shaftesbury is delighted to partner with Netflix and showrunner Adriana Maggs to bring The Granville Girls to the screen. Global audiences will discover the splendour of the Rocky Mountains — a perfect setting for our young women to explore adventure, friendship and romance.

Charlie Puth has announced details on his forthcoming fourth studio album, Whatever’s Clever!, set for release on March 6, 2026 via Atlantic Records.

Offering the first taste of what’s to come, the multi-award-winning, Diamond-certified artist and multi-instrumentalist releases “Changes,” a timeless and uplifting single showcasing exactly what Puth does best; offering infectious hooks, sing-out-loud choruses and signature piano solos enough to lift even the heaviest of hearts and feet.

Described as a “potential hit single” by Rolling Stone Magazine, “that lands somewhere between Eighties Steve Winwood and Jackson’s “Human Nature,” “Changes” signifies a career-defining chapter is upon us, and Charlie Puth is back and better than ever. Stepping into his own with co-producer BloodPop, the internationally acclaimed GRAMMY® and Golden Globe nominated artist shines in an entirely new light, offering his bravest, boldest and most honest body of work to date.

Pre-order/add/save Whatever’s Clever! HERE.

Accompanying the new single is an official music video directed by Charlotte Rutherford, playfully incorporating nods to a long-gone pre-digital era, Charlie reflects on “Changes” both personal and professional with a sweet cameo from his real life wife Brooke Sansone.

Last month, Puth kicked off a series of sold-out underplay residencies starting at Blue Note New York, where The New Yorker observed the chart-topping popstar seemed most “at home” at the legendary jazz club. Performing to a sold-out crowd twice a night, Puth welcomed special guests including his idols Babyface and Jimmy Jam onto the stage, as well as Emmy-nominated Broadway star Anthony Ramos. Tonight, his sold-out Blue Note Los Angeles residency begins with more surprise guests in store. Fans can livestream his first performance tonight at 7PM on TikTok. RSVP HERE

More exciting news to come.

BLUE NOTE LOS ANGELES UNDERPLAYS
October 16 – Blue Note Los Angeles – 7pm & 9:30pm – SOLD OUT
October 17 – Blue Note Los Angeles – 7pm & 9:30pm – SOLD OUT
October 18 – Blue Note Los Angeles – 7pm & 9:30pm – SOLD OUT
October 19 – Blue Note Los Angeles – 7pm & 9:30pm – SOLD OUT

Whatever’s Clever! is out March 6, 2026 via Atlantic Records. Pre-order/add/save Whatever’s Clever! HERE

About Charlie Puth
GRAMMY-nominated and multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer Charlie Puth has proven to be one of the industry’s most consistent hitmakers and sought-after collaborators across multiple genres. To date he has amassed over 35 billion career streams, nine multi-platinum singles (including “Attention,” “We Don’t Talk Anymore,” “See You Again” & more), four GRAMMY nominations, three Billboard Music Awards, a Critic’s Choice Award, and a Golden Globe nomination. Puth is currently working on his highly anticipated fourth studio album, the follow-up to 2022’s CHARLIE which featured platinum-certified hit single “Light Switch” and “Left and Right” featuring Jung Kook of BTS. Meanwhile, his 2021 co-penned/produced single “Stay” for The Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber reigned #1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart for eleven weeks, and his collaboration with Gabby Barrett on their “I Hope (Remix)” earned him his fourth top 10 charting track on the Billboard Hot 100.

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair—Quentin Tarantino’s presentation of the revenge epic that was originally presented in two volumes—will be released by Cineplex Pictures in Canada as one complete film in theatres nationwide for the first time on December 5, 2025.

The highly anticipated release marks one of the rare times that the entire epic has been presented as a single, combined film. Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair removes the cliffhanger ending from Vol. 1 and the recap that began Vol. 2. New to this theatrical release will be a never-before-seen, 7½-minute animated sequence. Select presentations of the release will be in 70mm and 35mm, and it is anticipated that the film will play in all major markets.

Tarantino said, “I wrote and directed it as one movie—and I’m so glad to give the fans the chance to see it as one movie. The best way to see Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair is at a movie theatre in Glorious 70mm or 35mm. Blood and guts on a big screen in all its glory!”

Tarantino’s Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair unites Volume 1 and Volume 2 into a single, unrated epic—presented exactly as he intended, complete with a new, never-before-seen anime sequence. Uma Thurman stars as The Bride, left for dead after her former boss and lover Bill ambushes her wedding rehearsal, shooting her in the head and stealing her unborn child. To exact her vengeance, she must first hunt down the four remaining members of the Deadly Viper Assassination Squad before confronting Bill himself. With its operatic scope, relentless action, and iconic style, The Whole Bloody Affair stands as one of cinema’s definitive revenge sagas—rarely shown in its complete form and now presented with a classic intermission.

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair stars Uma Thurman, Lucy Liu, Vivica A. Fox, Michael Madsen, Daryl Hannah, Gordon Liu, Michael Parks, and David Carradine as “Bill.” The film is produced by Lawrence Bender, written and directed by Quentin Tarantino, based on the character of “The Bride” created by Q&U.

ABOUT CINEPLEX PICTURES
Cineplex Pictures, a division of Cineplex, is a Canadian film distributor specializing in theatrical releases across various genres. Past releases include The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, The Queen of My Dreams, John Wick: Chapter 4, and The Boy and the Heron, with upcoming titles such as Now You See Me: Now You Don’t and The Housemaid, among others.

SQUID GAME: THE CHALLENGE SEASON TWO is set to premiere on Netflix November 4, 2025. Here’s a peek at its Trailer.

Premiere Date: November 4, 2025

Logline: The Emmy® nominated and BAFTA winning global sensation Squid Game: The Challenge returns for a gripping second season. This time, 456 brand-new contestants will enter the ultimate test of strategy, alliances, and endurance as they compete for a life-changing $4.56 million prize. Inspired by the iconic original series – with shocking new twists and never-before-seen games – season two raises the stakes higher than ever. As players face elimination at every turn, only one can emerge victorious. New players. New games. New rules.

Format: Beginning November 4, new episodes will premiere weekly

● Week 1 (11/4/2025): Episodes 1-4

● Week 2 (11/11/2025): Episodes 5-8

● Week 3 (11/18/2025): Episode 9

Executive Producers: Nicola Brown (The Garden), Tim Harcourt (Studio Lambert), John Hay (The Garden), Anna Kidd, Stephen Lambert (Studio Lambert), Nick Walker, Nia Yemoh (Studio Lambert), and Stephen Yemoh (Studio Lambert)

Production Companies: Studio Lambert & The Garden (part of ITV Studios)

JINGLE BELL HEIST arrives on Netflix November 26, 2025! Today we get a new Trailer!

LOGLINE: Sophia (Olivia Holt), a sharp-witted retail worker, and Nick (Connor Swindells), a down-on-his-luck repairman, are small-time thieves with their eyes on the same Christmas Eve score: robbing London’s most notorious department store. Forced into an uneasy alliance, as secrets surface and feelings for each other deepen, Sophia and Nick put their relationship and the heist in jeopardy.

DIRECTOR: Michael Fimognari

STORY BY: Abby McDonald

TELEPLAY BY: Abby McDonald and Amy Reed

PRODUCER: Matt Kaplan

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Christopher Foss, Michael Fimognari, Mark Lane, James Harris, Matthew Janzen, Aubrey Bendix

CO-PRODUCER: Shannon Gibson

CAST: Olivia Holt, Connor Swindells, Lucy Punch, Peter Serafinowicz, Poppy Drayton

Claire Danes is back in THE BEAST IN ME, coming November 13, 2025 to Netflix.

Since the tragic death of her young son, acclaimed author Aggie Wiggs (Claire Danes) has receded from public life, unable to write, a ghost of her former self. But she finds an unlikely subject for a new book when the house next door is bought by Nile Jarvis (Matthew Rhys), a famed and formidable real estate mogul who was once the prime suspect in his wife’s disappearance. At once horrified and fascinated by this man, Aggie finds herself compulsively hunting for the truth – chasing his demons while fleeing her own – in a game of cat and mouse that might turn deadly.

Premiere Date: All 8 episodes of The Beast in Me release on November 13, 2025
Showrunner/ Writer /Executive Producer: Howard Gordon (Homeland, 24, The X-Files)
Creator / Writer / Executive Producer: Gabe Rotter (The X-Files)
Star / Executive Producer: Claire Danes
Executive Producer / Director: Antonio Campos (The Staircase)
Executive Producers: Daniel Pearle (American Crime Story); Conan O’Brien, Jeff Ross and David Kissinger for Conaco; Caroline Baron (Severance); Jodie Foster
Cast: Claire Danes, Matthew Rhys, Brittany Snow, Natalie Morales
Guest stars: Jonathan Banks, David Lyons, Tim Guinee, Hettienne Park, Deidre O’Connell, Aleyse Shannon, Will Brill, Kate Burton, Bill Irwin, Amir Arison, Julie Ann Emery
Studio: 20th Television

CosmoGO, a bold new Canadian streaming platform for premium entertainment, announced today the Canadian theatrical release of the animated comedy adventure Stitch Head, arriving in theatres nationwide on October 31, 2025. Based on the beloved children’s book by award-winning author Guy Bass, Stitch Head brings a heartwarming twist to the Frankenstein legend, crafted for families to enjoy together just in time for Halloween. This film release is a first for the new CosmoGO service, with plans for more theatrical distribution in the future.

High above the little town of Grubbers Nubbin, the maddest of all Mad Professors is forever creating monstrous Creations, and forgetting all about them. Left behind is Stitch Head, the Professor’s very first experiment, who quietly keeps the castle in order and the monsters in check so the townsfolk below don’t storm the gates with pitchforks. When a failing freak show owner discovers Stitch Head, the humble little monster suddenly finds himself thrust into the spotlight as the star attraction, forcing him to confront what it really means to be seen, loved, and accepted.

A must-see for families, the film features a stellar voice cast led by Asa Butterfield (Sex Education) as Stitch Head, alongside Joel Fry (Cruella), Tia Bannon (Midnight Sky), Rob Brydon (The Amazing Maurice), Alison Steadman (Life Is Sweet), and comedians Fern Brady and Jamali Maddix. Based on Guy Bass’s book, Stitch Head is Directed and adapted by Steve Hudson.The score is composed by Nick Urata (Little Miss Sunshine, Paddington).

“Stich Head is is a funny, unexpected and heartwarming story that we cannot wait to share with Canadian audiences,” said Tanuka Roy, General Manager of CosmoBlue Media in Canada. “This feature release is more than a launch for CosmoGO, it also marks the company’s entrance into theatrical distribution, an area we intend to scale and grow.”

Steve Hudson says: “Guy Bass’ original book – featuring a castle full of monsters all terrified of the humans in the village below – is a wonderful comic inversion of the Frankenstein genre that’s been so much fun to bring to life – even now, it makes us laugh every time. At the same time, Guy’s characters are so emotional and engaging. As a monster, Stitch Head assumes he can never be loved – but in the end discovers that love is all around him. In a fearful world, I really hope that’s something that sticks with our audience long after they’ve seen the film.”

Canadian audiences will have the chance to experience Stitch Head in theatres first, with the film also set to stream at a later date on CosmoGO.

The film is repped worldwide by GFM Animation and produced by Sonja Ewers and Mark Mertens. Executive producers include Adam Nagle, Mark Rau, Collins, Tom Ortenberg, Ronnie Exley, Jeremy Ross, and Oli Strong. Briarcliff will release Stitch Head in association with Rabbits Black in the U.S. A strong lineup of co-production companies includes Marc Gabizon and Michael Luda with Fabrique d’Images, Traumhaus Studios, Senator Film, and Aniventure. CosmoGO acquired the Canadian distribution rights from GFM Animation.

OTTAWA TOURISM present MAGIC ON SET, a heartfelt short film that is a nod to Ottawa’s growing fame as a backdrop to Holiday films! The 17-minute short film stars Degrassi‘s Melinda Shankar and Chad Connell as well! Cameos include appearances by recording artist Jamie Fine, plus news anchor Stefan Keyes, and content creator Katie Hession.

The holiday Rom-Com is the winning pitch from a city-wide call for scripts. Local writer Graeme Archibald, a public servant by day into a charming story that shines a light on Ottawa’s festive spirit.

A holiday-themed reception and screening were held last night at TIFF LIGHTBOX. Some highlights from the night:

Short Film is coming soon. Follow OTTAWA TOURISM for more.

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

Today, Nikon Canada Inc. announced the release of two new APS-C/DX-format NIKKOR Z lenses, the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR standard zoom lens with a constant f/2.8 aperture, and the NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 standard micro lens. Whether shooting portraits that pop, low-light street snaps, or extreme close-ups, both lenses grant immense versatility and extraordinary creative possibilities for Nikon DX-format mirrorless camera users.

A Brighter View: The NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
The new NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR is a standard DX-format zoom lens that covers a focal length range that is equivalent to wide-angle to medium telephoto, with the benefit of a fast, constant maximum aperture of f/2.8. This focal range is similar to the popular 24-75mm full frame /FX-format equivalent, making it ideal for subjects of all kinds, including wide landscapes, intimate interiors and flattering portraits. With its large f/2.8 aperture, the lens excels in low light capture by allowing more light in and enabling creative shallow depth of field for emotive portraits with blurred backgrounds.

This lens is an excellent entry point to discovering the impressive optical performance of NIKKOR Z lenses. It delivers the large, natural bokeh characteristics of an f/2.8 maximum aperture, as well as high-resolution rendering of details when stopping down. The built-in lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) mechanism (5.0-stop compensation)1 reduces the effects of camera shake, even when slower shutter speeds are used in low-light conditions. For video and content creators, the lens also uses a stepping motor (STM) for exceptionally quiet autofocus and features an optical design that minimizes focus breathing.

Features of the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR Lens

– The fast constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 throughout the zoom range allows for large, natural bokeh and reduces the effects of camera shake when shooting in low-light conditions.

– Coverage for the 16mm to 50mm wide-angle to mid-range of focal lengths supports a wide variety of scenes and subjects.

– A minimum focus distance of 5.9 in (0.15 m) at the wide-angle end and 9.8 in (0.25 m) at the long end allows users to get close to their subjects for dynamic shots.

– Equipped with a lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) mechanism with camera-shake compensation equivalent to a 5.0-stop (at the centre) increase in shutter speed.

– Portable and lightweight, with a total length of approximately 3.4 in (8.8 cm) and weight of approximately 11.6 oz (330 g) enables easy hand-held shooting.

– Optimized for video recording with a design that suppresses focus breathing and incorporates a STM for quiet autofocusing.

– Customizable Control Ring allows for direct control over focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO sensitivity.

– One ED glass and two aspherical lens elements effectively minimize various lens aberrations².

– Nine-blade aperture produces circular, natural bokeh.

– When recording video using the Z50II, Hi-Res Zoom³ expands the zoom range to the equivalent of 16-100mm (6.25× zoom) while still maintaining a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 with no loss in resolution.

– Designed with consideration of dust and drip resistance⁴.

Make the Everyday Extraordinary: NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
The NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 is a fast, lightweight standard micro lens. It pulls double duty as a capable lens for macro photography, as well as an everyday fast prime lens. It is the first APS-C-size/DX-format NIKKOR Z lens to achieve a maximum reproduction ratio equivalent to life-size5, giving users the ability to get closer than ever to reveal intricate details. The very short minimum focus distance of 6.2 in (0.16 m) lets users explore the hidden world that exists in the ordinary. Familiar things like pets, flowers, insects, food, or textiles are all rendered in beautiful, sharp detail like never before.

With a fast f/1.7 aperture and a natural 35mm focal length similar to the field of view of the human eye6, the lens also excels as a fast, go-anywhere companion prime lens. From tabletop photos to portraits, or snapshots to low-light cityscapes, this lens gives users the ability to shoot in minimal light and blur the background to draw attention to the subject.

Features of the NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 Lens

– A maximum reproduction ratio of 0.67×, which is life-size equivalent in FX/35mm [135] format, enables the capture of small subjects at a larger size.

– The fast f/1.7 maximum aperture allows users to make the most of large bokeh and minimize noise in low-light conditions.

– Users can get extremely close to their subjects with an approximately 2.8 in (7 cm)⁷ working distance from the front of the lens, and a minimum focusing distance of only 6.2 in (0.16 m) to reveal stunning up-close details.

– Adoption of an aspherical ED glass element effectively minimizes chromatic aberration.

– An internal focusing (IF) system eliminates any change in the total length of the lens.

– Adoption of a STM realizes quiet autofocusing.

– The customizable control ring allows for direct control over focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO sensitivity.

– Designed with consideration of dust- and drip-resistance⁴.

Price and Availability
The new Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR Lens will be available in late October 2025 for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $949.95*. The new Nikon NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 Lens will be available in late October 2025 for an MSRP of $539.95.

For more information about the latest Nikon products, including the vast collection of NIKKOR Z lenses and the entire line of Z series cameras, please visit www.nikon.ca.

About Nikon
Nikon is a world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and technologies for photo and video capture; globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for an award-winning array of equipment that enables visual storytelling and content creation. Nikon Canada Inc. distributes consumer and professional Z Series mirrorless camera, digital SLR cameras, a vast array of NIKKOR and NIKKOR Z lenses, Speedlights and system accessories, Nikon COOLPIX® compact digital cameras and Nikon software products. For more information visit www.nikon.ca, which links all levels of photographers and visual storytellers to the Web’s most comprehensive learning and sharing communities. Connect with Nikon Canada on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and YouTube.

Specifications, equipment, and release dates are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

1. Based on CIPA 2024 Standard. Yaw/pitch correction performance with the Nikon Z50II (telephoto end, NORMAL mode).
2. When using the Z50, camera firmware must be updated to the latest version.
3. Hi-Res Zoom is available when used with the Z50II, and [1920×1080; 30p], [1920×1080; 25p], or [1920×1080; 24p] is selected for [Frame size/frame rate] in the video recording menu. AF-area mode is fixed at [Wide-area AF (L)], and the focus point is not displayed. Additionally, [Electronic VR] in the video recording menu is set to [OFF].
4. Thorough dust- and drip-resistance is not guaranteed in all situations or under all conditions.
5. Equivalent in FX/35mm [135] format. Maximum reproduction ratio of 0.67×.
6. Angle of view equivalent to that of a 52.5 mm lens in FX/35mm [135] format.
7. Working distance: The distance from the end of the lens to the subject. Without the lens hood.

*MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.

PRIMATE IS ONLY IN THEATRES ON JANUARY 9, 2026! Today we get a new Trailer for this official Toronto After Dark Festival selection which premiered last night. Director Johannes Roberts also showed up for a Q&A!

Paramount Pictures Presents

In Association with Domain Entertainment

An 18Hz Production

“PRIMATE”

SYNOPSIS

In PRIMATE, a group of friends’ tropical vacation turns into a terrifying, primal tale of horror and survival.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY

Vicki Dee Rock, Nathan Samdahl, Johannes Roberts, Pete Chiappetta, Anthony Tittanegro, Andrew Lary

PRODUCED BY

Walter Hamada, p.g.a., John Hodges, p.g.a., Bradley Pilz

WRITTEN BY

Johannes Roberts & Ernest Riera

DIRECTED BY

Johannes Roberts

STARRING

Johnny Sequoyah, Jessica Alexander, and Troy Kotsur, Victoria Wyant, Gia Hunter, Benjamin Cheng, Charlie Mann, Tienne Simon