With Paramount and Warner Bros. under his control, Mr. Ellison will be “the Hollywood equivalent of Superman, Caesar and Midas combined.” But challenges remain.
Category: HBO Max
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The ‘Kid’ Takes Over: David Ellison Becomes a Hollywood Colossus
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With Emmys Haul, Apple Joins the Big Leagues of TV
The New York Times – Business:The tech giant took home the most trophies this year, breaking the chokehold HBO and Netflix have had on the awards for more than two decades.
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Netflix, YouTube and Amazon Want You to Watch Everything From One App: Theirs
The New York Times – Business:YouTube is racing to catch up to Amazon, which already offers users the chance to subscribe to services like HBO Max from within its app. Netflix is increasingly open to the idea, too.
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‘Hacks’ Comes to Life in Los Angeles for One Night Only
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Courting Emmy voters, the stars and creators of the HBO Max series got in character for “Deborah Vance & Friends & Enemies Live!”
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How David Zaslav Pulled Off the Sale of Warner Bros. Discovery to Paramount
The New York Times – Business:Not long ago, Mr. Zaslav was widely criticized for his management of Warner Bros. Discovery. He overcame the doubters, cementing a blockbuster sale to Paramount.
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‘The Batman’ Opens With Blockbuster Ticket Sales
The movie took in nearly $250 million worldwide. In some domestic theaters, it was about $1 more for standard “Batman” tickets than for other movies.
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Teyana Taylor, George Clooney and Jacob Elordi Toast the Golden Globes
After the final award had been handed out, stars dispersed across Los Angeles for exclusive after-parties at hot spots like Spago and the Chateau Marmont.
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How to Watch the Golden Globes 2026: Date, Time and Streaming
Nikki Glaser is back as host, there’s a new podcast category and “One Battle After Another” looks to have a big night.
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Popularity of ‘Heated Rivalry’ Has Surprised Even TV Executives
The show, streaming on HBO Max, doesn’t have one of the biggest audiences, but viewership grew very quickly in just a few weeks.