Entertainment Tidbits

Adam Driver will lead Netflix’s new hostage drama series Rabbit, Rabbit. The project was written by Peter Craig, known for The Town and The Batman, and directed by Emmy winner Philip Barantini. The show centers on an escaped convict who takes hostages at a truck stop, leading to a standoff described as “an emotional poker match” with an FBI negotiator. (Story URL)


Stanley Kubrick’s classic horror film The Shining will screen in IMAX theaters on December 12th, marking the film’s debut on the large-format screens. The timing skips the Halloween season, but the winter release fits the movie’s snowbound setting at the Overlook Hotel. Tickets are not yet available, though fans can sign up for updates on the official IMAX website. (Story URL)


A new podcast revisiting the classic sitcom Family Matters will debut November 5th. Welcome to the Family With Telma & Kellie is co-hosted by Kellie Williams, who played Laura Winslow, and Telma Hopkins, known as Aunt Rachel. Each week, they will share memories from the show, discuss favorite episodes, and welcome guests including cast and crew. (Story URL)


Luke Evans will make his Broadway debut as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in Roundabout Theatre Company’s revival of The Rocky Horror Show. The limited engagement begins previews March 26, 2026, and opens April 23 at Studio 54 in New York City. Performances are scheduled through June 21st. Additional casting will be announced later. Tickets go on sale Friday. (Story URL)


A federal judge has ordered Dr. Phil’s company, Merit Street Media, into Chapter 7 liquidation. Judge Scott W. Everett ruled that the company cannot remain under Chapter 11 protection. Everett said McGraw violated a discovery order by deleting a text message, which influenced his ruling. He added that liquidation protects creditors and prevents preferential payments. (Story URL)


Rosie O’Donnell’s daughter, Chelsea O’Donnell, 28, has been sentenced to prison after a judge revoked her probation. Court records show the decision followed allegations that she violated probation terms through sexual assault claims and poor progress in a treatment drug program. Chelsea previously received six years’ probation in January 2025 after drug-related arrests. (Story URL)


Colin Farrell says a rough birthday night left him struggling through 46 takes on the set of Minority Report. He told Stephen Colbert he celebrated hard before filming with Tom Cruise the next morning. Farrell recalled arriving on set in poor shape, prompting assistant director David H. Venghaus Jr. to warn, “You can’t go to the set like this.” He admitted “Tom wasn’t very happy with me.” (Story URL)

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