After months of financial struggles, Redbox parent Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Netflix will now sell you a ready-to-eat bag of popcorn to go with your ready-to-binge TV show. The streamer is teaming with popcorn company Popcorn Indiana for the new line of Netflix’s Now Popping snacks. The two flavors are “Cult Classic Cheddar Kettle” and “Swoonworthy Cinnamon Kettle.” The Netflix-branded popcorn will be available at Walmart stores nationwide and at other retailers; Popcorn Indiana has a locator search for where to buy it at this link.
An 8-ounce bag of Netflix Now Popping costs $4.49, according to grocery chain Shoprite. That means if you buy one bag of each flavor, you’ll already have paid more than the monthly cost of the Netflix Basic plan with ads ($6.99/month in the U.S.). Netflix likely doesn’t expect to suddenly start making a bucketful of money by selling snacks — rather, the more important part of this is getting its brand in front of shoppers at thousands of retail outlets.
Note that AMC Theatres also has its own line of popcorn, launched in 2021 as a bid to extend its branding and perhaps make some extra revenue after movie theaters suffered a dramatic drop-off during the pandemic. SEE ALSO: Netflix to Open Massive Entertainment, Dining and Shopping Complexes in Two Cities in 2025 Meanwhile, Netflix’s Now Popping isn’t the first food-related brand extension for the company. In 2020, it inked a deal with Ben & Jerry’s, which introduced Netflix & Chilll’d flavor (peanut butter ice cream with sweet-and-salty pretzel swirls and fudge brownies).
After months of financial struggles, Redbox parent Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer After a previous trial over stolen manuscripts came to an abrupt halt in March, Don Henley has filed a lawsuit to recover those personal Eagles sheets, which contain the lyrics to “Hotel California” and other hits.
A decade-long love story of two young men is the subject of Netflix‘s latest Asian series, Soul Mate.
If you were dying, how would you handle an apocalypse? What would motivate you? How would you react to a surprise global catastrophe unfolding around you? Those are the initial questions asked by Michael Sarnoski’s “A Quiet Place: Day One,” an unexpectedly moving prequel to John Krasinski’s pair of genre-twisting thrillers that began with 2018’s “A Quiet Place.” And before you yell “Spoiler!” we’re sad to say the first scene in the movie takes place in a hospice where we meet our unconventional heroine, Sam (Lupita Nyong’o).
Naman Ramachandran U.K. independent film showcase, the Raindance Film Festival, has partnered with international legal firm Guernica 37 Group (G37) to develop films based on human rights cases. This collaboration aims to produce up to six documentary and fact-based features, using G37’s archive of justice and accountability cases.
for every occasion.Heading to a drinks situation in 90 degree weather? Reformation has the ultimate rom-com heroine-worthy red option for that. Need a cute and easy silhouette to throw on for the farmer’s market? There’s a boho maxi (a ) on Amazon calling your name.
EXCLUSIVE: We hear that Netflix has optioned the YA novel Happy Place by Emily Henry for Jennifer Lopez’s Nuyorican. Plans to adapt the novel as a series are underway and I understand producers and streaming executives are currently meeting with writers.
Loose Women star Denise Welch caught up with fellow ex-soap star Patsy Palmer for a sun-soaked beach day in California.The 66-year-old former Coronation Street actress met up with EastEnders' Patsy, 52, during her getaway to LA. In a video shared on Instagram, TV personality Denise can be seen sunbathing, socialising, and taking pictures with the flame-haired star. Patsy moved to Malibu 10 years ago with her husband Richard Merkell and their children Fenton, 24, Emilia, 22, and Bertie, 13, after leaving behind her role as Bianca in Albert Square.
Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic Before John Williams became the flagship film composer-conductor anyone thought of when they thought about the Hollywood Bowl, that honor belonged to Henry Mancini. And in some years, when Los Angeles is particularly lucky, it still does, even though the scorer behind “The Pink Panther,” “Days of Wine and Roses” and other classic scores has been gone for 30 years now. This Sunday, the LA Phil will devote the Bowl’s traditional opening night to a 100th birthday celebration for the man who, arguably more than any other, turned movie scores into a truly populist artform… and who conducted at the Bowl 29 times.
Beauty buffs are singing the praises of an anti-ageing oil which they claim is 'taking skin back to childhood'. Hailed a 'miracle oil' by some, the serum is designed to soften the appearance of frown lines, forehead wrinkles and crow's feet, as well as increasing the skin's volume and elasticity.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly gearing up for a "world tour" after their recent visit to Nigeria.
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, the ailing parent of video kiosk operator Redbox and streaming services like Crackle and Popcornflix, has gotten rid of its entire board of directors.
Professional polo player Nacho Figueras is the latest high profile person to reveal gifts he has received from Meghan Markle’s American Riviera Orchard brand. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, launched the lifestyle brand earlier this year, and friends and fans including comedienne Mindy Kaling, model Chrissy Teigen, and Grey’s Anatomy actress Abigail Spencer took to Instagram to show off the strawberry jam they had been sent, that came complete with handwritten labels indicating each jar was part of a small batch of just 50.
NOFX have announced the line-ups for their final three shows – see the rosters they’ve amassed below.Last night (June 12), NOFX took to social media to share the daily line-ups for their trilogy of farewell shows in San Pedro, California. Each line-up differs from day to day, and will see other iconic bands in the genre support NOFX as they take their final bows.On Friday (October 4), the band will see support from Dropkick Murphys, MXPX, Bouncing Souls, Sick Of It All, 7 Seconds, DOA, D.I., Luicidal, The Last Gang and Knuckleheadz.The following day, NOFX will be supported by Descendents, Less Than Jake, Lagwagon, Strung Out, Good Riddance, Mad Caddies, Swingin’ Utters, Bad Cop/Bad Cop, Get Dead and Poli Van Dam.NOFX’s final show ever will take place on October 5 with Pennywise, The Vandals, Subhumans, Fishbone, Codefendants, The Flatlines, We Are The Union, Das Klown and a surprise band from the UK.Tickets to NOFX’s final shows are available now.A post shared by Punk In Drublic (@punkindrublicfestival)Per a statement from the band, their support for the final three shows were “hand selected by the band,” some of whom are their “closest friends from over the years”.The Los Angeles-formed punk rock band announced back in November that they would be embarking on their final run of shows in 2024 to wrap up a 40-year career.
You have to imagine Netflix is a bit let down by the release of the two “Rebel Moon” films earlier this year. While they definitely had decent viewership, the reviews for the films are terrible.
Jamie Lang Former Moonbug managing director Andy Yeatman has been appointed CEO of the newly launched Miraculous Corp USA, a joint venture between Mediawan and the “Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir” studio ZAG. Unveiled last month, Miraculous Corp was established to join all facets of the Miraculous franchise under one roof, with Mediawan taking 60% ownership and Zag the other 40%. Zag founder and Miraculous co-creator Jeremy Zag will continue as a major shareholder and board member while overseeing the development and creation of new storylines and characters within the franchise.
Chappell Roan showcased a new song at the Governors Ball 2024 yesterday (June 9).The former NME cover star, who was dressed as a New York taxi during the performance, debuted the new track ‘Subway’ at Flushing Meadows Corona Park.Later in the show, Roan who also dressed as the Statue Of Liberty at one point, introduced ‘My Kink Is Karma’ by revealing she turned down an invitation to perform at the White House for a Pride event. You can view both performances below.She said: “This is a response to the White House, who asked me to preform for Pride.
Coronation Street star Channique Sterling-Brown wasn't the only one sharing the love for one of her co-stars as she celebrated a special day. The actress, known for playing Dee-Dee Bailey in the ITV soap, was among those publically sharing their messages to Tanisha Gorey.
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With a coastline stretching for around 135 miles, gorgeous mountain views and hidden sandy coves, Anglesey is the beautiful palace to escape to. But for those seeking even more of a retreat, there’s a cottage you can stay in off the Anglesey coast, located on its own island.