Do you think Thumper is more adorable than Bambi? OK, boomer. There’s a generational split over which of the two stars of Disney’s 1942 animated classic is the cutest-ever TV and movie cartoon character, according to a new survey conducted by opinion-research firm YouGov. 13 more words
via Bambi vs. Thumper: Who’s Cuter? It’s the Latest Intergenerational Culture Divide — Variety
Mark Duplass is keeping regular office hours while self-quarantining in his Los Angeles home. “I’ve written a rewrite of a feature film that I have in development. 33 more words
via Mark Duplass on Fighting Anxiety and Helping Other Filmmakers During Quarantine — Variety
Jerry Seinfeld will debut a new standup special May 5 on Netflix, the streamer announced Friday. Entitled “Jerry Seinfeld: 23 Hours to Kill,” the new hour-long event sees the renowned comedian returning to the Beacon Theatre in New York City to deliver more sharp takes on everyday life. 10 more words
via Jerry Seinfeld Sets Second Netflix Standup Special — Variety
Be prepared Disney fans, because although everyone may be feeling like poor unfortunate souls trapped in a kingdom of self-isolation, ABC is inviting you to let it go. 32 more words
via ABC Sets ‘Disney Family Singalong’ Featuring Ryan Seacrest and a Long Celebrity Lineup — Variety
Some new brides may be inclined to unbox appliances and avoid sending thank-you notes. Sophie Turner, however, was desperate to get back on set. “‘Dark Phoenix’ had just come out, I had just gotten married, and as soon as the wedding was over I thought, ‘Thank god I can take a breath, now I want…
via Sophie Turner on Moving Past ‘Game of Thrones,’ Quibi’s ‘Survive,’ and Mental Health — Variety
The XFL is suspending operations and is laying off nearly all employees. XFL CEO Jeffrey Pollack broke the news to staff in a conference call on Friday morning. 32 more words
HBO is adding both seasons of drama “Big Little Lies” — 14 episodes in all — adding to its free-streaming buffet of some 500 hours of premium content available for a limited time during the coronavirus pandemic. 22 more words
via HBO Adds All Episodes of ‘Big Little Lies’ to Free-Streaming Lineup — Variety
The cast of “Friends” will be there for you, but not at the launch of HBO Max in May. According to an individual with knowledge of the situation, the continued production shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic means that WarnerMedia has been unable to film the show’s highly-anticipated unscripted reunion special. 6 more words
via ‘Friends’ Reunion Special Will Not Be Available at HBO Max Launch — Variety
On March 9, Pearl Jam was one of the first bands to scrap a tour as COVID-19 became a global pandemic, and on Friday morning, the group also postponed the European leg of the jaunt, which was scheduled to begin in late June, until June of 2021. 13 more words
via Pearl Jam Postpone European Tour; Talk New Album in Reddit AMA — Variety
German actor Dieter Laser, who played evil scientist Dr. Josef Heiter in “The Human Centipede,” died on Feb. 29 in Germany. He was 78. Laser’s death has only now come to light via an announcement posted to his Facebook page on Thursday. 16 more words
via ‘Human Centipede’ Star Dieter Laser Dies at 78 — Variety
