Entertainment news · 12 November 2026
Current and former Netflix executives reportedly uneasy over Ted Sarandos's strategy
Deadline reports that a group of mostly former and some current Netflix executives is opposed to co-CEO Ted Sarandos's strategy, citing the falling stock and a move away from the company's performance-driven culture. The report says they have not yet made a direct move against him.
Rings of Power Season 3 Set Visit: Heatwave Hits Dwarf Beards as One Ring Is Forged
A Variety set visit to Shepperton Studios in late June found the Season 3 crew battling a U.K. heatwave, with dwarf beards slipping off. The show's makers also discussed the forging of the One Ring, Galadriel's storyline and the series' reported cost.
Ofcom toughens reality TV welfare guidance after Married at First Sight UK dropped
Ofcom issued new guidance under the Broadcasting Code's fairness section after Channel 4 dropped Married at First Sight UK. Producers must assess risks, run background checks and record welfare incidents.
EU proposal would ban loot boxes aimed at children and tighten influencer ads
The European Commission's proposed Digital Fairness Act would ban loot boxes aimed at children, tighten influencer ad disclosure and address deceptive retail tactics. Member states and Parliament must still approve it.
Peacock revamps mobile app with AI search, vertical live video and games
NBCUniversal's Peacock is rolling out what it calls its largest mobile update ever, which executive Matt Strauss says is meant to "win another hour per user, per month." The update centers on AI search, short clips, fandom hubs, games and vertical live video.