#FIRSTLOOK: OFFICIAL TRAILER FOR “PRACTICAL MAGIC 2”

Starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, PRACTICAL MAGIC 2 returns to a world steeped in moonlit mischief and powerful ancestral magic, as the Owens sisters must confront the dark curse that threatens to unravel their family once and for all in a must-see cinematic event of fun, magic and mayhem.

Starring along with Bullock and Kidman in PRACTICAL MAGIC 2 are Joey King, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Maridueña, Solly McLeod, with Dianne Wiest, and Stockard Channing. Susanne Bier directs from a screenplay by Akiva Goldsman and Georgia Pritchett and Kelly Marcel, based on the novel entitled The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman. It is produced by Denise Di Novi, Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman. The executive producers are Donald Sabourin, Alice Hoffman, Andrew A. Kosove and Broderick Johnson.

Bier has assembled an esteemed group of film artisans to join her, including director of photography Simon Duggan, production designer Tom Burton, editor Sam Williams, music supervisors Season Kent and Gabe Hilfer, composer Rupert Gregson-Williams, costume designer Alexandra Byrne, and casting director Jina Jay.

Warner Bros. Pictures Presents, In Association with Alcon Entertainment, A DiNovi Pictures / A Fortis Films / A Blossom Films Production, A Susanne Bier Film: PRACTICAL MAGIC 2. The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, only in theatres in North America on September 11, 2026, and internationally beginning 9 September 2026.

#FOOD: CURRYISH TAVERN PRESEND SUMMERLICIOUS 2026 MENU

With Summerlicious returning this July, Curryish Tavern is offering a menu that puts a seasonal spin on Indian comfort food through locally inspired ingredients, playful mashups, and vibrant summer produce.

Created by Chef Miheer Shete, the Summerlicious menu features dishes such as Spiced Watermelon Chaat, Mirch-Marinated Cucumber & Raw Mango Salad, Green Tomato Butter Chicken, Coconut Shrimp Curry, and Peach Falooda — showcasing the restaurant’s approach to reimagining Indian flavours through a contemporary Canadian lens.

Available for both lunch and dinner, the prix-fixe menus highlight fresh summer ingredients alongside Curryish favourites, offering guests an accessible introduction to one of Toronto’s most exciting modern Indian restaurants.

• Lunch Menu – $34
• Dinner Menu – $45

Summerlicious Lunch Menu 2026 – $34 per person

Lunch Apps

Spiced Watermelon Chaat

Pudina chutney, sweeten yogurt, chaat masala, sev  

Eggplant Tikka Tart

green chutney, toasted sesame, magic masala

Coconut Tomato Shorba

Heirloom tomato soup, curry leaves, barley, tamarind

Tandoori Broccoli Pakora

Besan batter, assorted chutneys, ajwain

Coconut Upama Fries

Curry leaves, black mustard seeds, tomato ginger chutney

Lunch Mains

Chicken Biryani

Basmati rice, hung yogurt, red chili powder

Hakka Fried Chicken Sandwich

Masala fries, schezwan mayo, pickled cabbage

Paneer Pakora Burger

Masala fries, green chutney mayo, dhaniya

Coconut Chickpea + Uthappam

Curry leaves, hung yogurt, cilantro

Sweet Pea Kofta + Almond Korma

Kasundi, fenugreek leaves, black pepper

Lunch Dessert

Suji Halva Cake

Cardamom caramel, banana cream, nutmeg

Peach Falooda

Peach jam, vanilla ice cream, sweet vermicelli

 Tender Coconut Pudding

Cardamom, seasonal fruit, orange zest

$34 per person

Summerlicious Dinner Menu 2026 – $45 per person 

Dinner Apps

Coconut Tomato + Baby Shrimp Shorba 

Shellfish soup, curry leaves, barley, tamarind

Spiced Watermelon Chaat 

Pudina chutney, sweeten yogurt, chaat masala, sev

Maple Hakka Chicken Wings 

 Soy sauce, green chutney, pickled red onions  

Mirch Marinaded Cucumber + Raw Mango Salad 

Toasted peanut dressing, crispy moong dal, fresh dal 

Eggplant Tikka Tart 

Pudina chutney, toasted sesame, magic masala 

Tandoori Broccoli Pakora

Besan batter, assorted chutneys, ajwain

Dinner Mains

Green Tomato Butter Chicken

Clotted cream, green cardamom, kasoori methi,

Beef Chapli Kebab + Creamed Corn Curry

 black pepper cream, fenugreek leaves, clotted cream 

Lamb Dum Aloo Curry 

Hung yogurt, caramelized onion masala, mint

Coconut Shrimp Curry

Black mustard seeds tadka, tamarind, curry leaves

Sweet Pea Kofta + Almond Korma

Kasundi, fenugreek leaves, black pepper 

Paneer Red Pepper Makhani

Cashew cream, fenugreek leaves, deggi mirch

Dinner Dessert

Dark Chocolate Gulab Jamun + White Chocolate Rabri

Cardamom, toasted almonds, raspberry 

Peach Falooda

Peach jam, vanilla ice cream, sweet vermicelli

Suji Halva Cake

Cardamom caramel, banana cream, nutmeg

Tender Coconut Pudding

Cardamom, seasonal fruit, orange zest

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#FIRSTLOOK: “DUTTON RANCH” RENEWED FOR SECOND SEASON

Dutton Ranch, the new Paramount+ original series starring Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, has been renewed for a second season, hot on the trail of its record-breaking season one debut.

Dutton Ranch cemented itself as a smash-hit by amassing 12.9 million viewers globally in the 7 days following its premiere – marking the biggest Original Series launch in Paramount+ history. The series also delivered 2.9 million total viewers during its two-episode debut on Paramount Network on May 15, making it the biggest series premiere on cable since 2023. With 1.85 million viewers for the premiere telecast alone, Dutton Ranch also ranked as the #1 cable entertainment telecast among both adults 18-49 and total viewers.

Dutton Ranch was also the #1 streaming series according to Nielsen based on average audience for the week of May 11 according to preliminary data.

The show delivered a standout social launch with 99 million video views and over 2 million engagements in its first 3 days, officially ranking as the #1 Paramount+ premiere across owned social channels.

“Beth and Rip are among the most iconic duos in television history and we are thrilled to bring a whole new world to life with Dutton Ranch for our subscribers around the world,” said Jane Wiseman, Head of Originals for Paramount+. “We’re also incredibly grateful to our partners, including the teams at Paramount Television Studios and 101 Studios, for bringing this new series to life with such grit, heart and authenticity.

“Dutton Ranch has resonated with audiences in a powerful way, building on the legacy of beloved characters, while establishing its own identity,” said Matt Thunell, President of Paramount Television Studios. “Thank you to our partners at Paramount+ and 101 Studios for a phenomenal first season. We look forward to bringing fans more stories from these unforgettable characters in Season Two.”

Dutton Ranch premiered with two episodes on Paramount+ on Friday, May 15, with new episodes releasing weekly on Fridays. Catch the action-packed season finale on Friday, July 3. You won’t want to miss it!

In season one, as Beth and Rip fight to build a future together – far from the ghosts of Montana – they collide with brutal new realities and a ruthless rival ranch that will stop at nothing to protect its empire. In South Texas, blood runs deeper, forgiveness is fleeting, and the cost of survival might just be your soul.

Produced by Paramount Television Studios and 101 Studios, the debut season also stars Finn Little, Juan Pablo Raba, Jai Courtney, J.R. Villarreal, Marc Menchaca, Natalie Alyn Lind, and Academy Award nominees Ed Harris and Annette Bening.
The nine-episode first season is produced by Paramount Television Studios and 101 Studios, the studios that brought you Yellowstone.

Season one, from executive producer and showrunner Chad Feehan, was based on characters created by executive producers Taylor Sheridan and John Linson. Dutton Ranch is also executive produced by David C. Glasser, Art Linson, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, Bob Yari, Christina Alexandra Voros, Michael Friedman, Cole Hauser, Kelly Reilly, and Keith Cox. In addition to executive producing, Voros also directed multiple episodes of season one, including the premiere episodes and season finale. Greg Yaitanes, Jessica Lowrey, and Phil Abraham also served as directors this season.
@DuttonRanch @ParamountPlusCA

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next‑generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television, CBS, CBS News, CBS Sports, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, SHOWTIME®, Paramount+, Pluto TV, Skydance Animation, Film, Television, and Interactive/Games, and the newly established Paramount Sports Entertainment. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com.

#FIRSTLOOK: “SHIN ULTRAMAN” DEBUTS THIS JULY ON SUPER CHANNEL

Sci-fi fans, prepare for a giant-sized adventure. Japan’s pop-culture juggernaut Ultraman lands on Super Channel Fuse this July with Shin Ultraman, a modern reimagining of the original 1966 television series. Part homage and part reboot, the film brings epic battles, larger-than-life creatures and one of Japan’s most enduring heroes to Canadian audiences. As the threat of giant unidentified lifeforms known as “S-Class Species” worsens in Japan, a silver giant appears from beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Shin Ultraman premieres Friday, July 24 at 9pm on Super Channel Fuse and is available on Demand the same day.

Directed by Shinji Higuchi and written/produced by Hideaki Anno, the duo behind Shin Godzilla, Shin Ultraman is fun and stylistically bold, featuring Japanese stars Takumi Saitoh, Masami Nagasawa, and Hidetoshi Nishijima. Praised by critics and audiences alike, the film earned four nominations and four awards at the Japan Academy Film Prize, Japan’s equivalent of the Academy Awards.

About Super Channel Entertainment Network:

Super Channel offers viewers exceptional entertainment value, uncut and commercial-free, with four diverse channels – Super Channel Fuse, Heart & Home, Vault and Quest – plus access to Super Channel On Demand where available by service provider. Super Channel is available via most cable providers across the country as well as streaming live and On Demand with Amazon Prime Video Channels, Apple TV+ and Fubo, with Super Channel+ available to download and stream from anywhere in Canada. Super Channel offers two free ad-supported channels, Super Channel Uncovered and Super Channel Hearties, available on streaming platforms including Tubi, Plex, Xumo Play, LG, Roku, Pluto and Samsung TV Plus. Super Channel is owned by Allarco Entertainment 2008 Inc., an Edmonton-based media company. For a list of service providers, please visit superchannel.ca/subscribe or learn more at superchannelplus.ca.

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#FIRSTLOOK: “THE OTHER BENNET SISTER” RETURNING FOR CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

BritBox has announced The Other Bennet Sister is returning for a three-part Christmas special, produced by Bad Wolf for BritBox North America and the BBC. Sarah Quintrell, who wrote nine of the ten episodes of the series, is returning to write all three episodes based on storylines by author Janice Hadlow. Asim Abbasi, who directed five episodes of the series, will also return to direct.

The special, which will shoot primarily in Wales this summer, will see the return of Ella Bruccoleri (Down Cemetery Road, Wicker) as Mary, with a host of other familiar faces from the series set to return.

Based on Janice Hadlow’s acclaimed novel, The Other Bennet Sister follows Mary Bennet, the oft-overlooked middle sister in Pride & Prejudice as she navigates the societal pressures of Regency England, where marriage is both aspiration and necessity.

QUOTES:

Jane Tranter, Executive Producer and CEO of Bad Wolf, says: “We always hoped audiences would fall in love with Mary Bennet’s story, but the response to The Other Bennet Sister has exceeded even our most optimistic expectations. These Christmas specials give us the chance to spend a little more time with characters audiences have taken to their hearts, and to explore what happens after the wedding bells fade and real life begins. Returning to the world of Mary Bennet with our brilliant partners at the BBC and BritBox feels like the perfect way to celebrate the success of the series and give viewers a treat this Christmas.”

Jess O’Riordan, Executive Producer and Commissioning Executive, BritBox says: “We know how much audiences have fallen in love with Mary Bennet, and we’re thrilled that her story isn’t over yet. We are so pleased Mary’s story will continue for three more chapters and to welcome audiences back into the world of The Other Bennet Sister this holiday season.”

The Other Bennet Sister special (3×30’) is commissioned by Jon Farrar, Chief Content Officer, Direct to Consumer, BBC Studios, for BritBox North America and Lindsay Salt, Director of BBC Drama, for BBC iPlayer and BBC One. The executive producers are Kate Crowther, Becca Kinder and Jane Tranter for Bad Wolf, Rebecca Ferguson for the BBC, Robert Schildhouse, Jon Farrar and Jess O’Riordan for BritBox, Sarah Quintrell and Janice Hadlow. The series has been developed and overseen by Bad Wolf’s Managing Director, Dan McCulloch and Chief Creative Officer, Ryan Rasmussen.

Produced by Bad Wolf (His Dark Materials, Industry), the special will air exclusively in the US and Canada on BritBox and exclusively in the UK on BBC iPlayer and BBC One.

Sony Pictures Television distributes The Other Bennet Sister internationally.

Press Contact: The TARO Group

britboxca@thetarogroup.com

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About BritBox

BritBox is the leading streaming destination for the best of British television, offering an unmatched collection of expertly curated entertainment. From critically acclaimed dramas and mysteries to comedies, documentaries, and lifestyle programming, BritBox invites audiences to step out of their everyday and into a world of exceptional British storytelling. Launched in 2017 and now owned by BBC Studios, BritBox is available in the US, Canada, Australia, and the Nordics. For more, visit britbox.com, or find the BritBox app on most mobile and connected TV devices.

About Bad Wolf

Since launching in 2015, acclaimed independent production company Bad Wolf has produced an ambitious slate of award-winning high-end dramas from its base in Cardiff, Wales. Amongst other productions, highlights include The Other Bennet Sister for BBC/BritBox; four seasons of Industry for HBO/BBC with a fifth season planned for 2027; three seasons of His Dark Materials for BBC/HBO; three seasons of A Discovery of Witches for Sky/AMC; two seasons of I Hate Suzie for Sky/HBO Max; two seasons of Red Eye for ITV; two seasons of Doctor Who and accompany specials and mini-series The War Between The Land and the Sea for BBC/Disney branded television with BBCS. Production has just wrapped on Berlin Noir for Apple and is currently underway on The Lords’ Day for Netflix. Sony International Television acquired a majority stake in the company in 2021.

#FIRSTLOOK: NETFLIX ANNOUNCE UPCOMING ANIMATION SLATE FOR 2026 AND BEYOND

Netflix has announced their upcoming 2026 and beyond animation slate.

Debuts Include First Look at Ghostbusters: Night Shift Series, Teaser for THE ONE PIECE Anime, Release Dates & New Images for Films Ray Gunn, Steps, In Waves, New Look at Ricky Gervais’ Adult Comedy Series Alley Cats

What’s New:

First Look, Concept Art & Logline for Ghostbusters: Night Shift. The series will release globally on Netflix in 2027.

New Teaser & Images for THE ONE PIECE. The series will release globally on Netflix in February 2027.

New Images, Concept Art & Release Date for Steps. The film will release globally on Netflix on November 20, 2026.

New Image & Release Date for In Waves. The film will release globally (excluding France) on Netflix on December 11, 2026.

New Images & Release Date for Brad Bird’s Ray Gunn. The film will release globally on Netflix December 18, 2026.

New Image for Ricky Gervais’ Alley Cats. The series will release globally on Netflix August 7, 2026.

New Image for Netflix Annecy 2026 Line Up:
Top Row from Left to Right: Yuji Yamano (Director, Content-Japan), Yuki Igarashi (Director, THE RIBBON HERO), Dan Casey (Art Director, Steps), John Ripa (Director, Steps), Jason Figliozzi (Head of Character Animation, Steps), Jane Hartwell (Producer, Steps), Priscilla Bertin (Producer, In Waves), Ben Hibon (Executive Producer, Ghostbusters: Night Shift), Elliott Kalan (Executive Producer, Ghostbusters: Night Shift), Amie Karp (Executive Producer, Ghostbusters: Night Shift), Heather Tilert (Vice President, Animation Series, Kids + Preschool)
Bottom Row from Left to Right: Hannah Minghella (Head of Netflix Animation Studios), Alyce Tzue (Director, Steps), Brad Bird (Director, Ray Gunn), Phuong Mai Nguyen (Director, In Waves), Jason Reitman (Executive Producer, Ghostbusters: Night Shift), Gil Kenan (Executive Producer, Ghostbusters: Night Shift)
Netflix today revealed new details about its upcoming animation slate, fresh off the Annecy International Animation Film Festival stage, where we hosted multiple presentations covering films, series, anime, from CG to hand-drawn, kids to family and adult content.

Netflix has become a go-to destination for animation in all its forms, with more than 130M members around the world watching a variety of animated titles every month. And anime fandom continues to grow at Netflix where programming topped more than 1.5B views in 2025.

Today’s announcements follow an unprecedented year for Netflix Animation, with the triumphant KPop Demon Hunters taking home a history-making two Oscars® and becoming Netflix’s most popular film of all time, spending over a year in Netflix’s Global Top 10*; 13 Annie Awards wins including three for Love, Death + Robots; and Ultraman: Rising nabbing the Children and Family Emmys for Outstanding Animated Special and Sound Mixing & Sound Editing for an Animated Program.

Film:

IN WAVES
Release date: December 11, 2026
Logline: In Los Angeles, AJ, a shy teenager, meets Kristen. She lives for surfing; he loves skateboarding and drawing. They fall madly in love, and a happy future seems within reach. But everything changes when Kristen faces a sudden illness. Together, they face adversity, driven by the strength of their love, their friends, and their newly shared passion for surfing and the ocean.
Director: Phuong Mai Nguyen
Writers: Fanny Burdino, Samuel Doux (Based on the graphic novel by AJ Dungo)
Producers: Priscilla Bertin, Judith Nora
Cast: Will Sharpe, Stephanie Hsu
Images: New Image; Previously Released Images; Talent Images from Annecy

RAY GUNN
Release date: December 18, 2026
Logline: In Metropia, a gigantic city in an alternate future as seen from 1939, private eye Raymond Gunn is drawn into a case involving aliens, murder and a multimedia star named Venus Nova.
Director: Brad Bird
Producers: John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Lisa Beroud
Cast: Sam Rockwell, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Waits
Animation Studio: Skydance Animation
Images: New Image; Previously Released Images; Concept Art; Talent Images from Annecy

THE RIBBON HERO
Release date: August 8, 2026
Director: Yuki Igarashi
Inspired By: “Princess Knight” by Osamu Tezuka
Original Character Design: Kei Mochizuki
Character Design Cooperation: Mai Yoneyama
Animation Character Design: Issei Arakaki
Art Director: Cedric Herole
Production Company: Twin Engine
Animation Studio: Outline
LOGLINE: Yuki Igarashi, regarded as one of the industry’s most versatile animators, directs the film. He first drew wide attention for the sophisticated animation he handled alone as key animator on the ending sequence of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1. His directorial debut, Star Wars: Visions – Lop & Ochō, received high praise in Japan and abroad for its delicate storytelling and dynamic action scenes. THE RIBBON HERO marks Igarashi’s first time directing a feature-length film.
Bringing together a team of highly skilled creators, the film depicts the story of a lone hero who chooses to defy a harsh destiny, set in a delicately crafted world and brought to life through polished action.
Assets: Main Trailer, New Images, Previously Released Key Art; New: Talent Images from Annecy

STEPS
Release date: November 20, 2026
Synopsis: Think you know Cinderella’s “evil” stepsisters? Think again. Sick of living in Cinderella’s shadow, Lilith (Ali Wong) steals the Fairy Godmother (Bette Midler)’s magic wand and hijacks the Royal Ball with her sister Margot (Stephanie Hsu), breaking the Cinderella story as we know it and dooming the kingdom to the tyrannical rule of Priscilla (Nikki Glaser), a villainous schemer who swoops in and snatches the throne. Now, Lilith must team up with Cinderella (Amanda Seyfried) to fight biker trolls, outrun evil henchmen, and escape the Screaming Woods on an epic quest to save the kingdom, but most importantly, their relationship.
Produced by: Amy Poehler, Jane Hartwell, Kim Lessing. Poehler and Lessing producing for Paper Kite Productions.
Screenplay By: Ava Tramer, James Madejski, Jen Chuck, Dana Schwartz, Felicia Ho
Story By: Ava Tramer, James Madejski, Dana Schwartz, Felicia Ho, Riki Lindhome, Kate Micucci
Cast: Ali Wong, Amanda Seyfried, Stephanie Hsu, Nikki Glaser, Bette Midler
Animation Studio: Netflix Animation Studios
Images: New Images; Previously Released Images; Concept Art; Talent Images from Annecy

Series:

ALLEY CATS
Release date: August 7, 2026
Synopsis: Alley Cats is a sitcom created by and starring the multi-award-winning Ricky Gervais. The adult animation follows the trials and tribulations of a group of feral British cats from all walks of society, who seek companionship while ruminating on everyday life. From the funny to the absurd, the series is packed with Gervais’ signature style of heart and social commentary that audiences have come to expect.
Creator and Director: Ricky Gervais
Co-director: Elliot Dear
Executive Producers: Ricky Gervais of Derek Productions, Steven Hamilton Shaw of Shush Creative. James Stevenson Bretton and Ben Lole for Blink Industries.
Producer: Hugo Donkin
Production Designer: Tang Heng
Cast: Ricky Gervais, Tom Basden, Andrew Brooke, David Earl, Kerry Godliman, Jo Hartley, Diane Morgan, and also featuring Natalie Cassidy and Tony Way
Animation Studio: Blink Industries
Asset: New Image, Previously Released Images

GHOSTBUSTERS: NIGHT SHIFT
Release date: 2027
Logline: New York City, 1994 — Five years after the Ghostbusters took the Statue of Liberty for a walk, a new wave of supernatural terror hits the Big Apple, forcing a group of scrappy, young New Yorkers — untrained, underappreciated, and kinda sorta responsible for the problem — to put on proton packs, face their fears, and bust some ghosts.
Executive Producers: Ben Hibon, Elliott Kalan, Jason Reitman, Gil Kenan, Amie Karp, and Dan Aykroyd
Images: First Look; Concept Art; Talent Images from Annecy

THE ONE PIECE
Release date: February 2027
Original manga by: Eiichiro Oda (Weekly Shonen Jump, Shueisha)
Synopsis: Produced by WIT Studio, THE ONE PIECE is a brand new anime adaptation starting from the very beginning of the original manga’s East Blue saga. Separate from the TV anime series that has charged full speed ahead over the course of more than 25 years, this series taps into the expressive potential of modern technology to offer a familiar yet fresh take on the adventures of Luffy.
Director: Masashi Koizuka
Assistant Director: Hideaki Abe
Series Composition: Taku Kishimoto
Character Design & Chief Animation Directors: Kyoji Asano, Takatoshi Honda
Creature Design & Image Boards: Yasuhiro Kajino
Prop Design: Eri Taguchi
Action Animators: Ken Imaizumi, Shuhei Fukuda
Art Director: Tomonori Kuroda
Animation Producer: Ryoma Kawamura
Animation Studio: WIT STUDIO
Images: Concept Art, Episode 1 Episodic Art, New Images

#FIRSTLOOK: CANADIAN RELEASE DATE FOR ANTHONY BOURDAIN BIOPIC “TONY”

TONY IS IN CANADIAN THEATRES AUGUST 14, 2026 via A24.

Directed by Matt Johnson (BlackBerry), TONY, is the electric origin story of one of the modern era’s most beloved icons, Anthony Bourdain.

Provincetown in 1975. A kid from New Jersey crashes into the heat of a kitchen alongside a renegade crew of cooks, pirates, and degenerates – restless, reckless, and hungry for something he couldn’t yet name. TONY is a raw portrait of a young man becoming someone the world would never forget. In Canadian theatres on August 14, 2026.

Synopsis: A 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain travels to Provincetown and stumbles into the chaotic world of a restaurant kitchen, setting off a summer that will shape the course of his life.

Directed by: Matt Johnson (BlackBerry, Nirvanna the Band the Show)

Starring: Dominic Sessa (The Holdovers), Emilia Jones (CODA), Dagmara Domińczyk (Succession), Rich Sommer (Mad Men), Stavros Halkias (Bugonia), with Leo Woodall (Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy) and Antonio Banderas (Babygirl)

Written by: Matt Johnson and Matthew Miller, Todd Bartels and Lou Howe

Produced by: Tim White, Trevor White, Matthew Miller, Matt Johnson

Director of Photography: Michael Bauman

Production Design by: Ryan Warren Smith

Editing by: Curt Lobb and Robert Upchurch

Costume Design by: Chloe Karmin

Music by: Jay McCarrol

TONY releases in Canadian theatres August 14, 2026.

ABOUT A24:

A24 is an acclaimed global entertainment company known for producing and distributing films, television series, documentaries, music, publishing, and consumer products. Established in New York in 2012, A24 has cultivated a library of over 190 films and 50 TV series, earning critical and commercial acclaim with more than 21 Oscars, 20 Golden Globes, and 19 Emmys. Renowned for groundbreaking hits like Moonlight, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Uncut Gems, The Brutalist and Backrooms, A24 has developed a passionate fanbase and expanded into ventures like Half Magic and the Cherry Lane Theater. Upcoming projects include Primetime starring Robert Pattison, The Debut directed by Jesse Eisenberg and starring Julianne Moore, Club Kid directed and starring Jordan Firstman and Elden Ring starring Kit Connor.

#FOOD: JOSÉ BAUTISTA OPENS MARY BROWN’S TORONTO FLAGSHIP STORE AT SANKOFA SQUARE

Mary Brown’s Chicken, Canada’s largest Canadian-owned chicken QSR, is proud to announce the opening of its newest Toronto location at 10 Dundas Street East, in the heart of Sankofa Square, in partnership with former Toronto Blue Jays star José Bautista.

Opening to the public on June 23, 2026, this highly anticipated flagship store places both Mary Brown’s Chicken and José Bautista at one of Canada’s most recognizable intersections – strengthening its brand presence in the heart of Toronto, while bringing a signature chicken experience to residents, students, workers and visitors alike.

Over the past two years, Bautista has partnered with Mary Brown’s on a series of successful campaigns and initiatives, developing a genuine connection with the brand and its food.

“Over the past few years, I’ve had the chance to get to know the Mary Brown’s team and see firsthand how passionate they are about quality and community. Being part of this flagship opening at such an iconic Toronto location is exciting for me, and I’m looking forward to welcoming everyone into the store to experience the great food and atmosphere” – José Bautista”- José Bautista

For Mary Brown’s President Karen Tam, the opening is about more than a prime location, it’s a celebration of a partnership that has continued to grow organically.

“This opening marks a special moment for Mary Brown’s, and we’re thrilled to be celebrating it with José Bautista. What started as a partnership has grown into a genuine relationship built on shared values and a mutual love for the brand. This restaurant places Mary Brown’s at the centre of one of Canada’s most dynamic destinations and allows us to introduce even more guests to the quality, freshness and hospitality that have made us a Canadian favourite for more than 55 years.” – Karen Tam, President, Mary Brown’s Chicken

The opening represents another significant milestone in Mary Brown’s rapid national expansion. Following the recent opening of its 300th restaurant in New Brunswick, the brand continues to invest in strategic locations across Canada while bringing its uniquely Canadian approach to quality chicken and hospitality to new communities.

For CEO and Owner Gregory Roberts, the Sankofa Square restaurant is both a reflection of the brand’s growth and a reminder of its roots.

“From our beginnings in Newfoundland more than five decades ago to opening a flagship restaurant at one of the busiest and most recognizable intersections in Canada, this is a proud moment for our brand. This location reflects how far Mary Brown’s has come while staying true to the quality, hospitality and Canadian roots that have defined us from the start.” – Gregory Roberts, Owner, Mary Brown’s Chicken

The restaurant will officially open its doors on June 23 at 12:00 p.m. at 10 Dundas Street East, Toronto, with community members, fans and guests invited to celebrate the store open

Highlights from the grand opening:

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About Mary Brown’s Chicken

Mary Brown’s Chicken has over 300 locations across Canada and is growing. The brand is 100 per cent Canadian-owned, being first established in St. John’s Newfoundland in 1969. Mary Brown’s is renowned for its Big Mary®, named Canada’s Best Chicken Sandwich, and made-fresh methodology including hand cutting and hand breading its Signature Chicken and Taters from farm-fresh Canadian ingredients. Mary Brown’s Chicken has achieved 19 consecutive years of same-store sales growth, earned the Canadian Franchise Association’s Franchisees’ Choice Designation for 15 straight years, and holds a Platinum designation with Canada’s Best Managed Companies. The company’s first international locations opened in 2024, and outside of Canada, Mary Brown’s Chicken operates in Mexico, the UK, India, and Pakistan.

Connect with Mary Brown’s Chicken on social:

YouTube: @marybrownsofficial

Instagram: @marybrownsofficial

Facebook: @marybrowns

TikTok: @marybrownschicken

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

#FOOD: PRIDE WEEKEND THEMED MENUS AT MINAMI, ODD DUCK

As Pride Weekend kicks off in Toronto, bars and restaurants across the city are launching special events, fundraisers, and community initiatives in support of 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations. From Minami’s Pride-themed mascot to Odd Duck’s ongoing pay-it-forward program, businesses are finding different ways to mark the occasion.

Odd Duck
IG. @oddduckwandp
📍93 Ontario St S

In the spirit of Pride Weekend, Odd Duck is launching a pay‑it‑forward initiative in partnership with Land Back Camp, aiming to extend support for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities well beyond June. Guests can now add a donation at checkout to benefit the Indigiqueer and Two-Spirit-led community space, building on the restaurant’s previous campaigns, including its recent support for the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region. Set to run for three months, the initiative turns a visit to Odd Duck into a simple, ongoing way to back queer and Indigenous‑led community work and reflects Odd Duck’s continued support for the communities that shape them.

Minami Toronto
IG. @minamitoronto
📍225 King St. W

From June 22 to 30, Minami Toronto is celebrating Pride Weekend with an exclusive giveaway featuring their Pride mascot, Ponzu the Penguin. Guests can snap a photo with Ponzu and share it on Instagram (stories or in-feed) while tagging @minamitoronto to be automatically entered for a chance to win a dinner for two at the restaurant.
Alongside the giveaway, Minami Toronto will also make a donation to CANFAR (The Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research), supporting their ongoing work in research, education, advocacy, and community care. The initiative blends celebration with meaningful impact, offering guests a fun way to engage with Pride while contributing to an important cause.

Minami Giveaway Details

• June 22–30, 2026 (giveaway closes at 5pm June 30)
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#FIRSTLOOK: “ELLE” TAKES OVER MANHATTAN | BRAND PARTNERSHIPS UNVEIL

Amazon MGM Studios officially took over Manhattan’s Hall des Lumières yesterday for “Elle World.” The one-day-only immersive fan playground celebrated the upcoming July 1 premiere of the Prime Video prequel series Elle alongside the milestone 25th anniversary of the iconic 2001 film Legally Blonde.

The pink-soaked experience, which sold out immediately when it was announced, drew thousands of passionate fans throughout the day including those who eagerly waited in the onsite standby line, who were transported directly into the universe of Elle Woods. Guests explored a multi-level experience featuring live improv, a runway, a “Bend & Snap” drag showcase, Legally Blonde trivia games, a nostalgic yearbook photo studio, and custom brand activations powered by L’Oréal Paris, Nexxus, Dove, T-Mobile, Shopbop, and uniball.

The cast of Prime Video’s highly anticipated upcoming series Elle, including Lexi Minetree and June Diane Raphael, joined fans to explore the immersive experience, featuring iconic costumes from the film, themed installations, exclusive photo opportunities, and dreamy cloud-inspired visuals throughout the space. Fans and cast alike arrived in their best pink flair, while Reese Witherspoon and members of the original film’s cast revisited the world of Legally Blonde in celebration of the franchise’s enduring legacy.

EXCLUSIVE CLIPS & CONVERSATION MODERATED BY BOWEN YANG & MATT ROGERS
The highlight of the exclusive evening presentation featured a historic reunion on stage. Original film stars Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Coolidge, Selma Blair, Ali Larter, Matthew Davis, and Victor Garber appeared for the first time together since the film’s release for an intimate look back at the franchise’s legacy and a sneak peek at its future.

The panel was moderated by Las Culturistas hosts Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers, who guided the cast through hilarious behind-the-scenes memories from the 2001 classic and discussed the generation-spanning impact of Elle Woods’ message of optimism and ambition.

Highlights include:

-Reese getting emotional reminiscing on the film and what it means to audiences as the cast reunites together for the first time in 25 years
-The cast shared which line is quoted to them the most by fans, including Jennifer Coolidge sharing Paulette’s iconic line, “I want a hot dog real bad.”
-Jennifer Coolidge tears up talking about how lucky she was to be cast in the film and had the audience laughing, saying she thought she was auditioning for the part of Elle
-Reese shared details of her first Zoom call with up-and-comer Lexi Minetree, where they discussed the responsibility of playing Elle and the “passing of the pink baton” as she steps into this role

SURPRISE MUSICAL PERFORMANCES BY VANESSA CARLTON AND HOKU
To close out the celebration, Amazon MGM Studios shocked the audience with two unannounced, high-energy musical performances featuring the legendary voices behind the franchise’s most nostalgic musical moments.

Pop icon Hoku took the stage to perform her upbeat, multi-platinum anthem “Perfect Day,” instantly transporting the crowd back to the iconic opening sequence of the original 2001 film. Following a massive wave of applause, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton surprised the room with an intimate performance of her timeless hit “A Thousand Miles,” culminating in an unforgettable finale to the event.

ABOUT ELLE (PREMIERES JULY 1 ON PRIME VIDEO)

Produced by Amazon MGM Studios in association with Hello Sunshine, Elle follows Elle Woods in 1995 as she navigates the tumultuous waters of high school. The coming-of-age series explores the formative life experiences that shaped her into the iconic trailblazer audiences first met 25 years ago.

Central to the immersive playground were custom brand activations that brought the franchise’s most iconic motifs to life.

Brand: L’Oréal Paris

L’Oréal Paris brings Elle’s most glamorous era to life with an immersive beauty experience – straight out of the 90s. Guests are invited to sit down for a mini glam session featuring L’Oreal Paris products like Colour Riche Lipstick, before they step in front of the lens for their retro ‘yearbook portrait’. Each guest leaves with an exclusive L’Oréal Paris gift and a keepsake record of their perfect day.

Scene Stealer

Brand: Shopbop

Inspired by Elle’s most iconic ensembles, Shopbop will present an exclusive first look at their show-inspired capsule collection which will be available to shop only on Shopbop.com and The Shop by Shopbop on Amazon starting July 1st. Featuring looks from eleven ready-to-wear, footwear, and accessories brands, each vignette is anchored by designer quotes reflecting on their Legally Blonde inspiration. Guests can also try on Elle’s chicest pink looks from past films within a nostalgic photo moment and will be treated to fun Shopbop giveaways to continue channeling their inner Elle at home.

Travel Perks

Brand: T-Mobile

T-Mobile takes flight up and into the blue sky of Elle’s perfect day. Inspired by her bi-coastal lifestyle, guests check in to a T-Mobile travel experience that’s accessorized with an array of perfect magenta branded boarding passes, eye masks, and co-branded luggage tags, with exclusive customizations for T-Mobile members.

The Style Vault

Brand: Nexxus

Nexxus takes guests from the campus hallways into an immersive content experience in homage to the many styles of Elle’s crowning glory: her hair. Moving through a locker installation stocked with Nexxus must-haves, like the Keraphix Liquid Crystallizer, and production design inspired by Elle & Legally Blonde, guests are immersed within the Elle World style vault, a uniquely cinematic experience, discovering the power of Nexxus to achieve their own iconic hair moments.

The Confidence Corner

Brand: Dove
Dove brings one of Legally Blonde’s most unforgettable scenes to life with an immersive activation inspired by Elle’s unapologetically confident, pink, scented resume and the Dove Pink Beauty Bar – because yes, both are pink… and scented! The space is a playful take on the scene, anchored by a larger-than-life resume photo moment made for main-character energy. In celebration of Elle’s signature self-assurance, guests are invited to step into Dove’s Confidence Corner to build their own Confidence Kits – packed with Dove beauty favorites to keep you feeling fresh, confident, and ready for anything on the go. Because in the words of Elle Woods, “What, like it’s hard?”

Brand: uniball

uniball makes its mark as the exclusive ink partner of Elle World, ensuring every signature moment is a uniball moment. Guests will find Pink Puff Pens tucked into their curated tote bags, a playful and puffy nod to Elle’s pen of choice in Legally Blonde and the new series. Later, the pens will put the perfect finishing touch on fan encounters.