ABC Pulled Kimmel to Protect Nexstar’s Merger, Not Audiences

ABC’s decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel Live! indefinitely isn’t about “standards” or “sensitivity.” It’s about power. It’s about Donald Trump’s fragile ego, corporate greed, and a media empire that would rather protect mergers than defend free speech. Jimmy Kimmel didn’t celebrate Charlie Kirk’s death—he did what he’s been doing since 2015: calling out MAGA hypocrisy. For that, he’s been gagged. And ABC, Disney, Nexstar, and Sinclair all rolled over without a fight.

Why Movie Studios don’t care about Movie Theaters anymore

In 2024, subscription streaming services pulled in over $40 billion in U.S. consumer spending. That number absolutely dwarfs the domestic box office, which landed around $7.5 billion. For anyone still treating theatrical numbers as the end-all, it’s time to adjust your perspective. The box office isn’t the final word on a movie’s success anymore—it’s the … Continue reading Why Movie Studios don’t care about Movie Theaters anymore

More People Watched Madame Web Than Deadpool—Yes, Really

Let’s just rip the Band-Aid off: Madame Web got more views than Deadpool & Wolverine in their first couple weeks of streaming. Not in theaters—God, no—but on streaming. According to Nielsen, Madame Web pulled 16 million views on Netflix, while Deadpool & Wolverine hit 15.8 million on Disney+. And if that sounds like an alternate … Continue reading More People Watched Madame Web Than Deadpool—Yes, Really