Culture, Style & Media News Today — September 24, 2026
‘Gremlins 3’ Delayed to 2028 by Warner Bros. and more — today's news signal.
The entertainment industry is abuzz with updates on upcoming projects and shifting landscapes. In film news, fans of the cult classic franchise will have to wait a bit longer for 'Gremlins 3', as Warner Bros. has pushed back the release date to 2028. Meanwhile, Hollywood's indie scene is showing signs of vitality, with Brad Pitt expressing his optimism about the state of independent cinema, citing its current strength as reminiscent of the 1990s. Pitt's comments come on the heels of his experience co-starring with a canine companion in his latest film, 'Heart of the Beast'.
In other news, the worlds of fashion and media are colliding in unexpected ways. Luxury brand Dior has partnered with A24 on a limited-edition collaboration, but don't expect to get your hands on one of the exclusive shirts - they're not going on sale. On the television front, CNN's leadership is navigating uncertain waters, with the network's chief expressing enthusiasm about potentially staying under Paramount's umbrella, but also acknowledging that the future is far from certain. And in casting news, Jean Smart has joined the ensemble of 'The Family Stone 2', reuniting with familiar faces like Rachel McAdams and Sarah Jessica Parker.
Today's signal:
• ‘Gremlins 3’ Delayed to 2028 by Warner Bros. (variety.com)
• No, Those Dior x A24 Shirts Aren’t Going on Sale (variety.com)
• CNN Chief Says He’s ‘Enthusiastic’ About Staying Under Paramount, But Not Sure He Can (variety.com)
• Jean Smart Joins ‘The Family Stone 2’ With Rachel McAdams, Sarah Jessica Parker and More (variety.com)
• Brad Pitt on the ‘Moving Experience’ of Co-Starring With a Dog in ‘Heart of the Beast’ and the State of Indie Cinema: It ’Feels as Strong as the ‘90s’ (variety.com)