#FIRSTOOK: “ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING” SEASON FIVE TRAILER

Today, Disney+ debuted the official trailer and key art for the fifth season of the Hulu Original comedy series “Only Murders in the Building”. The Emmy® Award-nominated series, starring Steve Marting, Martin Short and Selena Gomez returns Tuesday, September 9, 2025 with three episodes exclusively on Disney+, followed by new episodes weekly.

After their beloved doorman, Lester, dies under suspicious circumstances, Charles, Oliver, and Mabel refuse to believe it was an accident. Their investigation plunges them into the shadowy corners of New York and beyond — where the trio uncovers a dangerous web of secrets connecting powerful billionaires, old-school mobsters, and the mysterious residents of the Arconia. The trio discovers a deeper divide between their storied city they thought they knew and the new New York evolving around them — one where the old mob fights to hold on as newer, even more dangerous players emerge.

Season five stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Michael Cyril Creighton, and special guest stars include Meryl Streep, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Richard Kind, Nathan Lane, Bobby Cannavale, Renée Zellweger, Logan Lerman, Christoph Waltz, Téa Leoni, Keegan-Michael Key, Beanie Feldstein, Dianne Wiest, Jermaine Fowler and more.

“Only Murders in the Building” hails from co-creators and writers Steve Martin & John Hoffman (“Grace & Frankie,” “Looking”). Martin & Hoffman executive produce along with Martin Short, Selena Gomez, “This Is Us” creator Dan Fogelman, Jess Rosenthal, Ben Smith and JJ Philbin. The series is produced by 20th Television, a part of Disney Television Studios.

#HOTDOCS: HOT DOCS CINEMA ANNOUNCE RETURN OF FESTIVAL FAVOURITES AND CLASSICS

Hot Docs Cinema is excited to announce the return of two festival films alongside several new release and classic documentaries, all joining the growing lineup of exciting films, series and events coming soon to the historic cinema in Toronto’s Annex neighbourhood.

The strong lineup of documentaries on offer showcases Hot Docs’ ongoing commitment to providing an immersive, theatrical experience for the world’s finest documentaries of both yesterday and today.

New release docs coming soon include Hot Docs 2025 Rogers Audience Award for Best Canadian Feature winner Endless Cookie (D: Seth Scriver, Peter Scriver | Canada | 97 minutes | 2025), an animated collage of humorous and heartfelt tales exploring the bond between two half-brothers, and 2025 Festival official selection Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore (D: Shoshannah Stern | USA | 98 minutes | 2025), in which Hollywood trailblazer, Oscar winner and activist Marlee Matlin tells her story in full. Joining these festival titles are several new release and classic documentaries, including a special free theatrical exclusive screening of HBO’s Billy Joel: And So It Goes (D: Susan Lacy, Jessica Levin | USA | 294 minutes | 2025), an expansive portrait of the legendary musician that explores the love, loss, and personal struggles behind the songs that have endured generations. A complete list of documentaries added recently to the cinema calendar appear below.

In addition, dates and titles have been added for a number of recurring cinema series. Following this month’s special Mouth Congress live event with Scott Thompson and Paul Bellini on Friday, August 22, the series Truth and Dare will return in September with Girl Internet Show: A Kati Kelli Mixtape (D: Kati Kelli | USA | 79 minutes | 2023), a compilation of the surrealist, cutting-edge videos of Kati Kelli, a Los Angeles-based video artist whose work combines satire of online influencer culture with a grotesque aesthetic reminiscent of Tim and Eric. In October, it’s a Truth and Dare Halloween with the Toronto Premiere of Tinsman Road (D: Robbie Banfitch | USA | 119 minutes | 2025) by Robbie Banfitch (the director of 2022’s breakout indie horror hit The Outwaters), which follows a young man visiting his mother in the backwoods of New Jersey while discreetly documenting the circumstances of his sister’s disappearance years before. New series Pillow Fright! will offer the third installment in its sleepover-themed, creep-tastic series for fellow friendly freaks with a screening of 1999’s remake of The Haunting (D: Jan de Bont | USA | 125 minutes | 1999) featuring late ’90s karaoke, Ouija board sessions, and trick or treating. Fangirl Picture Show is back to show all three Twilight Saga films, one each month from October to December, starting with the original Twilight (D: Catherine Hardwicke | USA | 122 minutes | 2008). Expect costumes, fandom and a theatre full of Twihards.

To view the Hot Docs Cinema calendar, please visit www.hotdocs.ca

All newly announced screenings and events appear below with dates and times. For ticket prices and information, visit http://go.pardot.com/e/463832/whats-on-watch-cinema/lk21c/829409182/h/Cre8nWf03z4j_v5XPmGIF-IjmW3cwD_4XdOQEqUv4Vw

MUST-SEE DOCS

E.1027: EILEEN GRAY: HOUSE BY THE SEA
D: Beatrice Minger | Switzerland | 89 minutes | 2024
A story about the brilliant designer, her masterpiece, the power of female expression—and men’s desire to control it.

Friday, September 26 / 6:30 PM

ENDLESS COOKIE
D: Seth Scriver, Peter Scriver | Canada | 97 minutes | 2025
The winner of the Hot Docs 2025 Rogers Audience Award for Best Canadian Feature returns to Hot Docs Cinema. Conversations between Canadian brothers living half a country apart shape the foundation of a psychedelic collage of animated vignettes.

Saturday, September 6 / 1:15 PM
Sunday, September 14 / 6:30 PM

EXHIBITION ON SCREEN: JOHN SINGER SARGENT – FASHION & SWAGGER
D: David Bickerstaff | UK | 90 minutes | 2024
The glittering world of fashion, scandal and shameless self-promotion made John Singer Sargent the painter who defined an era.

Saturday, September 13 / 1:30 PM
Friday, September 26 / 3:45 PM

FOLKTALES
D: Heidi Ewing, Rachel Grady | USA | 106 minutes | 2025
From the directors of Jesus Camp comes a story of transformation set against a snowy Scandinavian backdrop.

Sunday, September 28 / 1:00 PM
Saturday, October 4 / 2:30 PM
FOUR WINGS AND A PRAYER
D: Nick de Pencier | Canada | 80 minutes | 2007
A doc about one of the world’s most beautiful and mysterious creatures: the Monarch butterfly.

Sunday, August 31 / 12:30 PM

GEORGIA O’KEEFFE: THE BRIGHTNESS OF LIGHT
D: Paul Wagner | USA | 118 minutes | 2024
A spellbinding, in-depth, and cinematic portrait of the artist known as the “Mother of Modernism.”

Sunday, September 14 / 3:30 PM
Saturday, September 20 / 12:30 PM

GEORGIA O’KEEFFE: THE BRIGHTNESS OF LIGHT
D: Paul Wagner | USA | 118 minutes | 2024
A spellbinding, in-depth, and cinematic portrait of the artist known as the “Mother of Modernism.”

Sunday, September 14 / 3:30 PM
Saturday, September 20 / 12:30 PM

HOMEWORK
D: Abbas Kiarostami | Iran | 86 minutes | 1989
A masterful work of the medium from an icon of Iranian filmmaking, Homework is essential doc viewing.

Friday, September 5 / 6:00 PM

THE LAST CLASS WITH ROBERT REICH
D: Elliot Kirschner | USA | 71 minutes | 2025
Former secretary of labor Robert Reich grapples with his own aging and his students inheriting a world out of balance.

Sunday, September 14 / 1:00 PM
Friday, October 3 / 6:00 PM

MARLEE MATLIN: NOT ALONE ANYMORE
D: Shoshannah Stern | USA | 98 minutes | 2025
Hollywood trailblazer, Oscar winner and activist Marlee Matlin tells her story in full in this Hot Docs Festival 2025 hit. Showing with open captions and audio description.

Sunday, September 21 / 7:30 PM
Saturday, September 27 / 12:30 PM

NAME OF THE GAME
D: William Forbes, Douglas Skinner | USA | 113 minutes | 2023
Go behind-the-scenes of Southern California’s once thriving male exotic industry, uncensored and uncut.

Sunday, September 28 / 7:00 PM

RIEFENSTAHL
D: Andres Veiel | Germany | 115 minutes | 2024
This mesmerizing documentary examines one of the most controversial women of the 20th century.

Sunday, September 7 / 3:15 PM
Saturday, September 13 / 7:00 PM

SPECIAL EVENTS

BILLY JOEL: SO IT GOES
D: Susan Lacy, Jessica Levin | USA | 294 minutes | 2025
Hot Docs invites you to experience Billy Joel: And So It Goes on the big screen in this free theatrical exclusive.

Sunday, September 21 / 12:30 PM

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW: HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA
D: Jim Sharman | UK, USA | 100 minutes | 1975
“Let’s do the Time Warp Again!” Cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show is back for three Halloween season events! Toronto’s own shadow cast, Excited Mental State, will be performing their own satirical, comedic version of the film for audiences. Dress up and “don’t dream it, be it.”

Friday, October 24 / 9:30 PM
Friday, October 31 / 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM

CURATED SERIES

Truth and Dare
GIRL INTERNET SHOW: A KATI KELI MIXTAPE
D: Kati Kelli | USA | 79 minutes | 2023
September’s Truth and Dare brings the surrealist, cutting-edge, cultural satire of Kati Kelli.

Friday, September 26 / 9:00 PM

Truth and Dare
TINSMAN ROAD
D: Robbie Banfitch | USA | 119 minutes | 2025
It’s a Truth and Dare Halloween with the Toronto Premiere of Tinsman Road, one of the year’s best horror offerings!

Sunday, October 26 / 7:00 PM

Pillow Fright!
THE HAUNTING
D: Jan de Bont | USA | 125 minutes | 1999
You’re invited to a sleepover-themed screening of The Haunting (1999) hosted by Pillow Fright!

Saturday, October 25 / 8:00 PM

Fan Girl Picture Show
TWILIGHT
D: Catherine Hardwicke | USA | 122 minutes | 2008
The Twilight Fangirl Picture Show is back and more chaotic than ever! Relive the vampire romance that sparked a generation of fangirls and queer awakenings, screaming in a theatre full of fellow Twihards.

Friday, October 17 / 8:45 PM

Fan Girl Picture Show
NEW MOON
D: Chris Weitz | USA | 130 minutes | 2009
Get ready to howl through the second Twilight installment, New Moon. When Edward and the Cullens peace out of Forks, Bella finds comfort in her newly ripped bestie, Jacob Black.

Friday, November 21 / 8:45 PM

Fan Girl Picture Show
ECLIPSE
D: David Slade | USA | 124 minutes | 2010
Experience the unhinged third Twilight installment, Eclipse, hosted by Fan Girl Picture Show.

Friday, December 12 / 8:45 PM

BACK TO THE BLOOR

AMERICAN GRAFFITI
D: George Lucas | USA | 110 minutes | 1973
Before Star Wars, George Lucas directed this decade-defining coming-of-age classic with an all-star cast.

Sunday, September 28 / 4:00 PM

FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH
D: Amy Heckerling | USA | 92 minutes | 1982
Before Clueless, director Amy Heckerling nailed the 80s with this classic comedy and teen movie staple.

Sunday, September 7 / 6:30 PM

FAMILY SCREENING

COCO
D: Lee Unkrich | USA | 107 minutes | 2017
Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos with this tale of family, fun and adventure.

Saturday, November 1 / 1:00 PM

FINDING NEMO
D: Andrew Stanton | USA | 100 minutes | 2003
PD Day at Hot Docs! Follow Marlin and Dory on their epic adventure to bring Nemo home.

Friday, November 14 / 1:00 PM

HOCUS POCUS
D: Kenny Ortega | USA | 96 minutes | 1993
It’s just a bunch of Hocus Pocus! Catch the Halloween classic on the big screen this spooky season.

Sunday, October 12 / 1:00 PM

WALL-E
D: Andrew Stanton | USA | 98 minutes | 2008
PD Day at Hot Docs! Join us for this cosmic comedy adventure about a determined robot named WALL-E.

Friday, September 26 / 1:00 PM

ADDITIONAL SCREENINGS AND EVENTS

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA
D: David Frankel | USA | 109 minutes | 2006
Unlike florals for spring, The Devil Wears Prada really is groundbreaking for fashion on film. Pair this film with Happy Clothes: A Film About Patricia Fields.

Saturday, September 6 / 7:00 PM

#TIFF25: TIFF ANNOUNCE IN-CONVERSATIONS AT 2025 TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

With just three weeks until the Festival, TIFF is proud to share a preview of this year’s programming and events that go beyond the big screen, offering a broader lens on the global entertainment industry’s influence. TIFF’s iconic In Conversation With… (ICW) series is set to welcome international superstars Park Chan-wook, Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and Tessa Thompson alongside Nia DaCosta, five bold, original voices who will engage audiences through candid, in-depth conversations about their careers, craft, and creative journeys. The 50th Toronto International Film Festival, presented by Rogers, runs September 4–14, 2025.

TIFF Next Wave presents an inaugural TIFF: Close-Up conversation with Project Y co-stars Han So-hee and Jun Jong-seo. Programmed specifically for TIFF’s Under-25 audience, this is an opportunity to hear from two of the most exciting global rising stars at this year’s Festival.

“As we mark TIFF’s 50th edition, our programming continues to reflect our belief that film and creative expression can spark dialogue, challenge perspectives, and build connection,” said Anita Lee, Chief Programming Officer, TIFF. “From intimate ICWs and a Close-Up event with today’s biggest stars, to events designed to elevate and celebrate creative communities, we’re proud to offer Festival goers opportunities to further engage.”

Now in its third year, TIFF’s invite-only Black Excellence Brunch presented by RBC, hosted at RBC House (Petros82), and supported by the Jamaica Tourist Board, is a vibrant celebration of the Black creative community. The event fosters connection, shared experience, and collective growth by bringing together both local and international voices. This year’s brunch will also shine a spotlight on the 30th anniversary and enduring legacy of Planet Africa, the groundbreaking Festival programme founded by Cameron Bailey in 1995.

Announced last week, the Criterion Mobile Closet is making its sixth stop and its Canadian debut as part of TIFF’s Festival Street, Sept 4–7. Open to the public, visitors are invited to explore its extensive collection of 1700 films and to make your very own Closet video. And if you miss your chance to visit, part of the collection and Criterion merchandise will be available in the TIFF Shop. More news about other Festival Street activations will be shared closer to the Festival.

More info on: In Conversation With…

In Conversation With… Park Chan-wook, presented by The Korean Film Council

Director Park Chan-wook’s blend of striking visuals and masterful tension has cemented his status as one of contemporary cinema’s most influential auteurs. His elegant, genre-defying storytelling has consistently challenged cinematic conventions while exploring themes of obsession, morality, and the human psyche. Join us for a rare opportunity to hear Park Chan-wook, in conversation with Don McKellar, about the evolution of his craft, his impactful career, and the making of No Other Choice — a film co-written with McKellar, and an essential new addition to one of the most celebrated filmographies of the 21st century.

In Conversation With… Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is truly one of a kind: the professional wrestler turned movie superstar has a powerful connection with his global fan base, which includes diehard adult wrestling fans, young Maui devotees, and everyone in between. Johnson joins TIFF for an exclusive conversation about his journey from the ring to Hollywood, his work as a producer and co-owner of Seven Bucks Productions, and his creative collaboration with A24, Benny Safdie, and long-time friend and co-star Emily Blunt to bring the true story of MMA legend Mark Kerr to the big screen in The Smashing Machine.

In Conversation With… Ryan Reynolds, presented by Prime Video

Creator, producer, writer, actor, entrepreneur, and co-owner of one of the oldest football clubs in the world, Ryan Reynolds is a creative force in Hollywood and beyond. Recently named an Officer of the Order of Canada, Vancouver-born Reynolds is proudly Canadian with a healthy dash of global ambition. As TIFF opens the Festival with John Candy: I Like Me, Reynolds will discuss his work as a producer on the film, the influence of John Candy on his own career, and his work in front of and behind the camera at his company Maximum Effort.

In Conversation With… Tessa Thompson and Nia DaCosta

Actor-producer Tessa Thompson and director-screenwriter Nia DaCosta discuss their bold new collaboration Hedda, a striking reimagining of Henrik Ibsen’s classic play Hedda Gabler. This intimate conversation will take audiences behind the scenes of one of the year’s greatly anticipated films, while delving into Thompson and DaCosta’s creative partnership and their respective careers. Join us for a revealing conversation about artistry, risk, and the power of creative collaboration.

More information on Close Up:

Close-Up (클로즈업): Han So-hee and Jun Jong-seo

The World Premiere of Lee Hwan’s highly anticipated Project Y is part of #TIFF50, and TIFF Next Wave is presenting a special Close-Up (in Korean: 클로즈업) event with film co-stars Han So-hee and Jun Jong-seo. So-hee and Jong-seo will speak about their friendship, creative collaboration on Project Y, and their respective journeys in the entertainment world, with special focus on their starring roles in such K-Pop music videos as Seven by Jung Kook and Derre by Bibi.

The 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival, presented by Rogers, runs September 4–14, 2025.

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#SPOTTED: CARTER FAITH, DALTON DAVIS, KALSEY KULYK, AND BRANDON WISHAM AT ROAD TRIP TORONTO

We are thrilled to have attended Universal Music Canada‘s ROAD TRIP showcase! Canada honestly has some of the best Country Music emerging, and has for years, but this punctuates it!

ROAD TRIP is a three-date run across Toronto (August 11), Kingston (August 12) and Montreal (August 13) featuring Carter Faith, Dalton Davis, Kalsey Kulyk, and Brandon Wisham. All names on the brink of huge breakthroughs and we got to witness it first!

Hot on the heels of this past weekend’s Boots and Hearts Music Festival and ahead of LASSO Montreal, we were in awe of the talent we witnessed at Rock ‘N’ Horse. Each Artist embodied Country in their own unique way. Wisham, we learned is just starting out at age 22 but sings with the maturity of someone who has really lived. Kulyk is a seasoned veteran and just now is getting a chance to get her Music out to an even wider audience. Davis exudes showmanship and is like a new-school Willie Nelson. We are obsessed with Carter Faith – such a brilliant Songwriter and performer!

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You might already have even heard their hits, but here is a sampling!

CARTER FAITH – COWBOYS & DREAMERS

DALTON DAVIS – SO FAR SO GOOD

KALSEY KULYN – HEAVEN, ARE YOU LISTENING?

BRANDON WISHAM – GROWIN’ UP

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong/Universal Music Canada)

#FIRSTLOOK: “DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA IFINITY CASTLE” CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT

Crunchyroll, the ultimate home for anime worldwide, announced today that the original English dub voice cast from the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime series will return to reprise their iconic and beloved roles for the highly anticipated new film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, coming to theatres on September 12, 2025 in the United States and Canada. The returning cast includes Zach Aguilar as protagonist Tanjiro Kamado , Abby Trott as Nezuko Kamado, Aleks Le as Zenitsu Agatsuma, Bryce Papenbrook as Inosuke Hashibira, Johnny Yong Bosch as Giyu Tomikoa, and Erika Harlacher as Shinobu Kocho. Also announced, actor and “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” superfan Channing Tatum (Roofman) will join as the voice of Keizo with Rebecca Wang as the voice of Koyuki.

“We are thrilled to welcome back the beloved English voice cast reprising their roles for Infinity Castle,” said Mitchel Berger, Executive Vice President of Global Commerce. “Their iconic voices have greatly contributed to the admiration of the characters and popularity of the franchise. And, we are excited to welcome Channing Tatum, who discovered his love of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and anime through watching the series with his daughter, along with Rebecca Wang as the English voices of Keizo and Koyuki.”

The English dub voice include:

Zach Aguilar as Tanjiro Kamado

Abby Trott as Nezuko Kamado

Aleks Le as Zenitsu Agatsuma

Bryce Papenbrook as Inosuke Hashibira

Brianna Knickerbocker as Kanao Tsuyuri

Zeno Robinson as Genya Shinazugawa

Johnny Yong Bosch as Giyu Tomioka

Ray Chase as Tengen Uzui

Griffin Burns as Muichiro Tokito

Erika Harlacher as Shinobu Kocho

Kira Buckland as Mitsuri Kanroji

Erik Scott Kimerer as Obanai Iguro

Kaiji Tang as Sanemi Shinazugawa

Crispin Freeman as Gyomei Himejima

Lucien Dodge as Akaza (Upper Three)

Channing Tatum as Keizo

Rebecca Wang as Koyuki

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, the first feature film in the three-part cinematic trilogy representing the final battle of the hugely popular award-winning anime shonen series from famed animation studio ufotable, will come to theatres including IMAX® and premium large formats in the United States and Canada on September 12, 2025, distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment.

The story begins when Tanjiro Kamado, a boy whose family is killed by a demon, joins the Demon Slayer Corps to turn his younger sister Nezuko back into a human after she is transformed into a demon. The series has captivated audiences worldwide with its tragic tale of humans and demons, riveting sword fights, charming characters, and comical scenes.

Film Synopsis:
Tanjiro Kamado – a boy who joined an organization dedicated to hunting down demons called the Demon Slayer Corps after his younger sister Nezuko was turned into a demon.

While growing stronger and deepening his friendships and bonds with fellow corps members, Tanjiro has battled many demons with his comrades – Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira. Along the way, his journey has led him to fight alongside the Demon Slayer Corps’ highest-ranking swordsmen, the Hashira, including Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku aboard the Mugen Train, Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui within the Entertainment District, as well as Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji at the Swordsmith Village.

As the Demon Slayer Corps members and Hashira engaged in a group strength training program, the Hashira Training, in preparation for the forthcoming battle against the demons, Muzan Kibutsuji appears at the Ubuyashiki Mansion. With the head of the Demon Corps in danger, Tanjiro and the Hashira rush to the headquarters but are plunged into a deep descent to a mysterious space by the hands of Muzan Kibutsuji.

The destination of where Tanjiro and Demon Slayer Corps have fallen is the demons’ stronghold – the Infinity Castle. And so, the battleground is set as the final battle between the Demon Slayer Corps and the demons ignites.

Credits: Original story by Koyoharu Gotoge (JUMP COMICS / SHUEISHA). Directed by Haruo Sotozaki. Screenplay and produced by ufotable.

About Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba:
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is based on the manga series by Koyoharu Gotoge, published in SHUEISHA’s WEEKLY JUMP from February 2016 to May 2020. The series has captivated audiences worldwide with its tragic tale of humans and demons, riveting sword fights, charming characters, and comical scenes. The manga consists of 23 volumes and has published over 220 million units.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba first premiered in April 2019 with the Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc, followed by the feature film Mugen Train in October 2020, and the TV series Mugen Train Arc and Entertainment District Arc from 2021 through 2022. In 2023, the Swordsmith Village Arc debuted on Crunchyroll, shortly after the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Swordsmith Village- theatrical release. In 2024, the Hashira Training Arc debuted, shortly after the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To Hashira Training- theatrical release. The animation production is by ufotable.

The latest films – Mugen Train, -To the Swordsmith Village-, and -To the Hashira Training- – have received both commercial and critical success. Mugen Train currently holds the record as the highest-grossing Japanese anime movie of all time and the highest-grossing Japanese film at the global box office, garnering over 500 million USD to date. It currently ranks as the second-highest grossing Japanese anime film in U.S. box office history. It also garnered a 98% critic score and 99% audience score (with 10,000+ verified ratings) on Rotten Tomatoes.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is currently available to stream on Crunchyroll.

(Photo credit: ©Koyoharu Gotoge / SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable)

#NEWMUSIC: SOMBR DEBUT ALBUM “I BARELY KNOW HER” OUT AUGUST 22, 2025

Global alt-pop phenom sombr has announced details of his highly anticipated debut album, I Barely Know Her. Set for release on August 22, 2025 via Warner Records, I Barely Know Her is poised to catapult the 20-year-old MTV VMA Best New Artist nominee into superstardom status following an incredible year of momentous record-breaking charting success for a debut artist, and sold-out headline and arena tour dates around the world.

I Barely Know Her was written entirely by sombr and co-produced by sombr alongside esteemed, legendary producer Tony Berg (Phoebe Bridgers, Boy Genius, The Replacements, Aimee Mann, Michael Penn), and is available now to pre-order/add/save HERE. I Barely Know Her will come ahead of his sold-out North American tour this fall, and follows a string of hit singles released this year; “back to friends” and “undressed” continue to climb the Billboard 100 and Top 40 Radio, and more recently, “12 to 12,” his biggest single debut to date, accompanied with an official music video directed by Gus Black and starring Addison Rae. “12 to 12” joins “back to friends” and “undressed” in the Global and US Spotify Charts, and has entered the Top 20 in the U.K. Official Singles Chart.

Watch the official music for “12 to 12” video (also starring Addison Rae) HERE:

I BARELY KNOW HER [ALBUM]

1. crushing
2. 12 to 12
3. i wish i knew how to quit you
4. back to friends
5. canal street
6. dime
7. undressed
8. come closer
9. we never dated
10. under the mat

sombr, who writes and produces all his own music, reached #1 at Alternative Radio faster than any new artist of the last decade, has now surpassed more than 2 billion streams across his catalog and continues to defy expectations with his signature sound and songwriting, having recently been nominated as Best New Artist and Best Alternative for “back to friends” at the 2025 MTV VMAs.

A New York City-native raised on the Lower East Side, sombr—born Shane Boose—started making music in his bedroom while studying classical music as a student at the prestigious public school, LaGuardia High School. His breakout hit “Caroline” (2022) took the internet by storm, and he has since released a series of EPs and singles, climbing to over 400 million monthly streams across platforms. Now based in Los Angeles, sombr continues to explore young romance and heartbreak through his music—all of which is self-written and co-produced by the artist himself, and released via Warner Records.

TOUR DATES

August 16—Summer Sonic 2025 Expo ’70—Osaka, JP

August 17—Summer Sonic 2025 ZOZO—Tokyo, JP

September 21—Sing Out Loud Festival 2025—Saint Augustine, FL

September 22—Music Farm—Charleston, SC – SOLD OUT

September 24—Brooklyn Bowl—Nashville, TN – SOLD OUT

September 26—Bogart’s—Cincinnati, OH – SOLD OUT

September 28—The Majestic—Detroit, MI – SOLD OUT

September 29—The Rave—Milwaukee, WI – SOLD OUT

September 30—Palace Theatre—St. Paul, MN – SOLD OUT

October 2—Concord Music Hall—Chicago, IL – SOLD OUT

October 3—A&R Music Bar—Columbus, OH – SOLD OUT

October 5—Roxian Theatre—Pittsburgh, PA – SOLD OUT

October 6—Phoenix Concert Theatre—Toronto, ON – SOLD OUT

October 8—Big Night Live—Boston, MA – SOLD OUT

October 9—Gramercy Theatre—New York, NY – SOLD OUT

October 10—Gramercy Theatre—New York, NY – SOLD OUT

October 12—Theatre of Living Arts—Philadelphia, PA – SOLD OUT

October 13—The Lincoln—Washington, D.C. – SOLD OUT

October 15—Center Stage—Atlanta, GA – SOLD OUT

October 17—Southside Music Hall—Dallas, TX – SOLD OUT

October 18—Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater—Austin, TX – SOLD OUT

October 20—Ogden Theatre—Denver, CO – SOLD OUT

October 21—The Complex—Salt Lake City, UT – SOLD OUT

October 24—Shadowbox SoDo—Seattle, WA – SOLD OUT

October 25—Roseland Theater—Portland, OR – SOLD OUT

October 27—Fillmore—San Francisco, CA – SOLD OUT

October 28—El Rey Theatre—Los Angeles, CA – SOLD OUT

October 29—El Rey Theatre—Los Angeles, CA – SOLD OUT

October 31—The Van Buren—Phoenix, AZ – SOLD OUT

November 1—Fox Theater Pomona—Pomona, CA – SOLD OUT

November 2—The Fonda Theatre—Los Angeles, CA – SOLD OUT

November 5—Brooklyn Steel—New York, NY – SOLD OUT

November 6—Brooklyn Steel—New York, NY – SOLD OUT

December 2—Auckland Town Hall—Auckland, NZ – SOLD OUT

December 4—Festival Hall Melbourne—Melbourne, VIC – SOLD OUT

December 6—Spilt Milk Festival—Ballarat, VIC

December 7—Spilt Milk Festival—Perth, WA

December 9—Hordern Pavilion—Sydney, NSW – SOLD OUT

December 11—Fortitude Music Hall—Brisbane, QLD – SOLD OUT

December 13—Spilt Milk Festival—Canberra, ACT

December 14—Spilt Milk Festival—Gold Coast, QLD

2026 UK/EU TOUR DATES

February 10—Annexet—Stockholm, Sweden – SOLD OUT

February 11—KB Hallen—Copenhagen, Denmark – SOLD OUT

February 13—Inselpark Arena—Hamburg, Germany – SOLD OUT

February 15—Stodola—Warsaw, Poland – SOLD OUT

February 16—Forum Karlin—Prague, Czech Republic – SOLD OUT

February 18—Gasometer—Vienna, Austria – SOLD OUT

February 19—Tonhalle—Munich, Germany – SOLD OUT

February 20—Halle 622—Zurich, Switzerland – SOLD OUT

February 22—Alcatraz—Milan, Italy – SOLD OUT

February 24—Riviera—Madrid, Spain – SOLD OUT

February 25—Razzmatazz—Barcelona, Spain – SOLD OUT

February 27—Salle Pleyel—Paris, France – SOLD OUT

March 2—AFAS Live—Amsterdam, Netherlands – SOLD OUT

March 4—Columbiahalle—Berlin, Germany – SOLD OUT

March 5—Palladium—Cologne, Germany – SOLD OUT

March 6—AB—Brussels, Belgium – SOLD OUT

March 8—O2 Academy Brixton—London, UK – SOLD OUT

March 12—Academy—Manchester, UK – SOLD OUT

March 13—O2 Academy—Birmingham, UK – SOLD OUT

March 15—O2 Academy—Glasgow, UK – SOLD OUT

March 16—3Arena—Dublin, Ireland – SOLD OUT

#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “SWIPED”

The Hulu Original film “Swiped” from 20th Century Studios will debut exclusively September 19, 2025 on Disney+ in Canada. The film will hold its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2025.

Inspired by the provocative real-life story of the visionary founder of online dating platform Bumble, “Swiped” introduces recent college grad Whitney Wolfe, played by Lily James, as she uses extraordinary grit and ingenuity to break into the male-dominated tech industry and launch an innovative, globally lauded dating app (two, actually), paving the way to becoming the youngest female self-made billionaire. “Swiped” is directed by Rachel Lee Goldenberg and written by Bill Parker & Rachel Lee Goldenberg and Kim Caramele. The film also stars Jackson White, Myha’la, Ben Schnetzer, Pierson Fodé, Clea DuVall, Pedro Correa, Ian Colleti, Coral Peña, and Dan Stevens. Jennifer Gibgot, Andrew Panay, and Lily James produce.

#FOOD: MCDONALD’S CANADA X SHANIA TWAIN ANNOUNCE “SHANIA’S SIDES”

McDonald’s Canada and Shania Twain are turning up the style on fan favourite sides, proving you’re never too dressed up for McDonald’s!

Shania, who’s always had an authentic love for McDonald’s famous fries, is bringing her fun-loving spirit and flair to the golden arches with the All Dressed Up campaign. Together, they’re bringing Canadians something bold and just a whole lot of fun, because what better way to celebrate summer than with iconic fries and an even more iconic partner?

For a limited time, starting August 12th, McDonald’s classics are getting All Dressed Up Shania’s way, with delicious twists on your favourite sides, and a keepsake inspired by her signature flair. It’s a full circle moment as Shania teams up with McDonald’s Canada to bring her bold energy back to where her journey began: as a McDonald’s crew member!

Here’s what fans can look forward to with Shania’s Sides:

All Dressed McShaker™ Fries: They’re back, now dressed up in a delicious All Dressed flavour, perfect for fans craving bold, Canadian-inspired taste
Strawberry Pie: All dressed up and fresh from the oven, this golden pie wraps real strawberry pieces in a warm, flaky crust. Sweet, stylish, and baked daily to impress
Exclusive Shania Cowboy Keychain: A stylish keepsake for fans to carry a little Shania with them wherever they go

This collaboration blends Shania’s fun, unique style with McDonald’s feel-good classics, bringing a fresh, flavorful twist to moments you already love.

#FIRSTLOOK: “PLAYING GRACIE DARLING” COMING TO PARAMOUNT+

Paramount+ Canada announced today that the new original series, PLAYING GRACIE DARLING will premiere August 15, 2025 streaming all six episodes exclusively on Paramount+.

From Curio Pictures (The Narrow Road to the Deep North, The Artful Dodger) this bold and compelling series explores the deep bonds of female friendship, the haunting power of memory, and a small town gripped by the unknown.

When Joni was fourteen, her best friend Gracie Darling disappeared during a séance. Twenty-seven years later, local teens still get their kicks ‘Playing Gracie Darling,’ a spooky game named after the girl who vanished. But when another young girl disappears under eerily similar circumstances, Joni is forced to confront her past and the secrets that never stayed buried.

Created and written by Miranda Nation (Undertow) and directed by Jonathan Brough (Rosehaven, The End), PLAYING GRACIE DARLING features an acclaimed international cast led by New Zealand powerhouse Morgana O’Reilly (The White Lotus Season 3, Friends Like Her) as Joni, Dame Harriet Walter (Succession, Ted Lasso) as Pattie, and Rudi Dharmalingam (Wakefield, The Lazarus Project) as Jay.

The stellar Australian cast includes Celia Pacquola (Love Me, Rosehaven) as Ruth, Annie Maynard (Colin From Accounts, Upper Middle Bogan) as Anita, Dan Spielman (The Code, New Gold Mountain) as Peter, and screen icon Anne Tenney (The Castle, A Country Practice) as Moira.

Filmed across Australia, New South Wales, from the scenic Hawkesbury River region to the rugged south coast, PLAYING GRACIE DARLING is set in a town where everyone knows each other, secrets are tightly held, and being different is impossible to hide.

PLAYING GRACIE DARLING is executive produced by Jo Porter and Rachel Gardner for Curio Pictures, Sophia Mogford for Paramount+, and series creator Miranda Nation. Laura Nagy joins as associate producer, with additional scripts from Anya Beyersdorf (Fake). Production Design is by Amy Baker (The New Boy, Plum), and Director of Photography is Martin McGrath (Muriel’s Wedding, Wakefield).

PLAYING GRACIE DARLING is a Curio Pictures production for Paramount+. Major production investment from Screen Australia in association with Paramount Australia. Financed with support from Screen NSW’s Made in NSW Fund. Local distribution by Paramount Australia. International Sales by Sony Pictures Television. Post, digital and visual effects supported by Screen NSW. 

About Paramount +

Paramount+ is a global digital subscription video streaming service from Paramount that features a mountain of premium entertainment for audiences of all ages. Internationally, the streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME®, BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel™, in addition to a robust offering of premier local content. The service is currently live in Australia, Austria, Canada, the Caribbean, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latin America, Switzerland, the U.K. and the U.S.

For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com and follow @ParamountPlusCA on social media.

#HOTDOCS: HOT DOCS ANNOUNCE SALE OF 506 BLOOR STREET WEST

Today, Hot Docs announces that the sale of the Hot Docs Cinema building at 506 Bloor Street West closed on August 6. The terms of the sale include a multi-year lease that allows Hot Docs to continue to operate and program the Cinema year-round. In addition to the stellar slate of must-see documentaries and retro flicks already announced, this fall will see the return of the long-running Doc Soup series, screening monthly from October to April, and the introduction of the Curious Minds Festival, which will take place at the Cinema this November 6 to 9, 2025.

“This sale is an important step in the organization’s ongoing journey toward financial stability,” said Diana Sanchez, Executive Director of Hot Docs. “While we are still recovering and rebuilding, we’re thrilled that Hot Docs Cinema will remain a community hub—bringing audiences outstanding documentaries, familiar favourites, and special events—while continuing to welcome fellow festivals and programming partners.”

The buyer, a long-time Annex neighbour with close ties to the community, has chosen to remain anonymous.

“As a long-time neighbour of Hot Docs Cinema, we know firsthand how integral it is to our community,” stated a spokesperson for the buyer. “It is our goal to support the arts in Toronto and ensure that this building remains a vibrant cultural space in the Annex.”

Dedicated to conversation and community, the Curious Minds Festival will spotlight stories, voices, issues and ideas that shape our present and challenge us to think deeply about the world we inhabit. From November 6 to 9, leading thinkers in their field will bring together creators, change makers and inquisitive audiences to explore the most pressing topics of today. Speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.

On October 8, Doc Soup will return for its 25th season. From October to April, the beloved monthly series will continue to showcase documentaries fresh from the festival circuit, followed by lively Q&As with special guests. Subscriptions on sale starting August 19.

To celebrate the Cinema sale, we will be offering a discount on Hot Docs Memberships starting August 19. Members receive discounts on cinema screenings and events, Doc Soup subscriptions and tickets, the new Curious Minds Festival, and the flagship Hot Docs Festival in the spring.