Companies weighing how to delete now-defunct Redbox’s DVD vending machines

Companies weighing how to delete now-defunct Redbox’s DVD vending machines

A Redbox machine in 2009 – Phil Velasquez/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty ImagesThe DVD rental company Redbox is no more — but unfortunately, its more than 20,000 DVD vending machines still are, and that’s causing a pricey problem for the stores in front of which they’re parked. At issue: The 890-pound, movies-stuffed boxes aren’t easy to remove.The Wall…Read More…

Hugh Jackman takes to Instagram to help in the search for missing Broadway dancer

Hugh Jackman takes to Instagram to help in the search for missing Broadway dancer

Bruce Glikas/Getty ImagesTwo-time Tony winner Hugh Jackman is using his social media presence to help in the search for a fellow Broadway veteran.According to ABC News’ South Carolina affiliate WOLO-TV, 28-year-old Hamilton dancer Zelig Williams was last seen on Oct. 3, according to his family, who reported him missing.In an Instagram Story, Jackman posted a photo of Williams, noting, “Please,…Read More…

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ sets another record

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ sets another record

Marvel StudiosDeadpool & Wolverine has set another record: The Marvel Studios team-up has had the bestselling digital debut week for any R-rated movie. The film starring Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds hit digital platforms on Oct. 1; it comes to Blu-ray and HD DVD on Oct. 22.The film is also the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time worldwide with…Read More…

In brief: Chelsea Handler returns as TCAs host and more

In brief: Chelsea Handler returns as TCAs host and more

Chelsea Handler has been tapped to host the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards, marking her third straight year hosting the show, the Critics Choice Association announced on Thursday. The awards, which honor the finest in cinematic and television achievement, have historically been the most accurate predictor of Academy Award nominations. The 30th annual Critics Choice…Read More…

‘Nobody Wants This’ renewed for season 2

‘Nobody Wants This’ renewed for season 2

Stefania Rosini/NetflixThe hit series Nobody Wants This is getting a second season.Netflix announced Thursday that the romantic comedy about a podcast host named Joanne (Kristen Bell) and Noah (Adam Brody), an unconventional rabbi, will continue next year.The series, which was created by executive producer Erin Foster and debuted on the streaming platform in September, followed…Read More…