Pete Docter Says Pixar Cut ‘Elio’ LGBTQ Themes Because “We’re Making a Movie, Not Hundreds of Millions of Dollars of Therapy”

Pete Docter Says Pixar Cut ‘Elio’ LGBTQ Themes Because “We’re Making a Movie, Not Hundreds of Millions of Dollars of Therapy”

Pixar‘s chief creative officer Pete Docter is explaining why the Disney-owned company settled on cutting LGBTQ themes from their 2025 film Elio. In a new interview with the Wall Street Journal, Docter explained that Pixar did not want their film to force parents to have conversations they weren’t ready to discuss with their children. “We’re…

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Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ to Come Under Enhanced U.K. Regulation by Ofcom

Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ to Come Under Enhanced U.K. Regulation by Ofcom

The U.K. government said on Tuesday that streaming services with more than 500,000 U.K. users, including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, ITV’s ITVX and Channel 4’s services, will be covered by enhanced regulation by U.K. media regulator Ofcom “designed to protect audiences and improve accessibility.” The government unveiled “secondary legislation to implement the Media Act…

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Disney’s New CEO Josh D’Amaro on His Vision for Company: “I’m a Big Risk Taker”

Disney’s New CEO Josh D’Amaro on His Vision for Company: “I’m a Big Risk Taker”

As Josh D’Amaro prepares to step into the Disney CEO shoes, succeeding Bob Iger, he’s now opening up about his vision for the media and entertainment empire’s future. Earlier Tuesday, the Walt Disney Co. revealed D’Amaro’s promotion, while also announcing that Dana Walden has been elevated to president and chief creative officer. The pair transitions to their…

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How Stitch Became Disney’s MVP of 2025

How Stitch Became Disney’s MVP of 2025

Quick, who would you say are the biggest winners in entertainment this year? Maybe Netflix, for continuing its streaming domination and securing Warner Bros.? Perhaps YouTube, which cemented itself as a true force in the industry? Michael DeLuca and Pam Abdy, who salvaged the Warners film studio? Or Taylor Sheridan, who leveraged his many (many!)…

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15 International Series to Binge Watch Over the Holidays

15 International Series to Binge Watch Over the Holidays

From Tokyo family dramas to Arctic comedies and steamy sports romances, these standout shows promise long nights on the couch — and a polite excuse to dodge the relatives. Published on December 24, 2025 (Clockwise from upper left): ‘Blue Lights,’ ‘Mussolini: Son of the Century,’ ‘Heated Rivalry,’ ‘Asura’ BBC/Two Cities Television/Todd Antony. Mubi/Andrea Pirrello,Courtesy of…

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How to Stream the 2025 Disney Christmas Parade Online

How to Stream the 2025 Disney Christmas Parade Online

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, The Hollywood Reporter may receive an affiliate commission. Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade is back for the 42nd year. Hosted by Ginnifer Goodwin (Zootopia 2) and Alfonso Ribeiro (DWTS), with parade correspondent Maia Kealoha (Lilo & Stitch), the event…

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