Netflix rejects claims of interest in acquiring Lionsgate
Netflix has clarified that it is not looking to buy Lionsgate, the studio known for the “John Wick” and “Hunger Games” franchises. This comes after Lionsgate reportedly lost a bid to acquire Roku, which Fox Corp. secured. While there’s been chatter about various media companies potentially having interest in Lionsgate, Netflix hasn’t officially indicated any […]
Actor from ‘Madea Halloween’ files a $77 million lawsuit for sexual assault against Lionsgate and Tyler Perry
Tyler Perry Faces New Sexual Assault Allegation Actor and filmmaker Tyler Perry is under fire once again, as a new sexual assault allegation has emerged following a $77 million lawsuit filed against him and Lionsgate on Christmas Day. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, was brought forth by actor Mario Rodriguez, known for […]
‘Ballerina,’ the John Wick spinoff from Lionsgate, set to screen in Moscow during box office downturn
Hollywood’s Stance on Russian Film Market Boycotts Appears to Shift Lionsgate seems poised to be the first major studio to reverse its boycott of the Russian film market. They recently announced plans for a June 5 release in Russia for the John Wick spin-off, Ballerina, featuring Ana de Armas. The studio indicated it was ready […]
Lionsgate Signs Deal with AI Company to ‘Save Millions’ in Film Production
Hollywood film studio Lionsgate has signed a deal with artificial intelligence company Runway to develop custom AI models to “save millions of dollars” on film productions. The deal comes as Lionsgate seeks to gain more control over the movie-making process at a time when the entertainment industry is grappling with the impact that AI will […]