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For busy actor Brian Tyree Henry, a change between projects seems to be as good as a rest

Read full article: For busy actor Brian Tyree Henry, a change between projects seems to be as good as a rest

Since breaking out as rapper Paper Boi in the FX series “Atlanta,” Brian Tyree Henry's become one of the busiest actors in Hollywood.

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What to stream this weekend: Dua Lipa, Seinfeld's 'Unfrosted' 'Hacks' and 'Welcome to Wrexham'

Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Dua Lipa, Seinfeld's 'Unfrosted' 'Hacks' and 'Welcome to Wrexham'

This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include the return of “Hacks” on Max and the new Jerry Seinfeld movie “Unfrosted” on Netflix.

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Jerry Seinfeld's commitment to the bit

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Nearly three decades after Jerry Seinfeld was, in one episode of “Seinfeld,” cajoled into bootlegging the movie “Death Blow,” he has finally made his first film.

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Summer Movie Guide: Virtually all the movies coming to theaters and streaming from May to Labor Day

Read full article: Summer Movie Guide: Virtually all the movies coming to theaters and streaming from May to Labor Day

Are you ready for some movies this summer.

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Seinfeld's upcoming Netflix movie about Pop-Tarts to be featured in IndyCar race at Long Beach

Read full article: Seinfeld's upcoming Netflix movie about Pop-Tarts to be featured in IndyCar race at Long Beach

Jerry Seinfeld’s upcoming Netflix comedy will be featured during this weekend's IndyCar race at Long Beach as rookie Linus Lundqvist will drive a car painted to look like a Pop-Tart in recognition of the movie “Unfrosted.”.

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Spend this holiday TV season with Paddington, Melissa McCarthy, Lori Loughlin and more

Read full article: Spend this holiday TV season with Paddington, Melissa McCarthy, Lori Loughlin and more

As the temperature drops (in many places), the holiday TV calendar is heating up with a variety of festive options.

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'The Little Mermaid' makes box office splash with $95.5 million opening

Read full article: 'The Little Mermaid' makes box office splash with $95.5 million opening

Moviegoers wanted to be under the sea on Memorial Day weekend.

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Summer Movie Guide: What to watch from May through Labor Day

Read full article: Summer Movie Guide: What to watch from May through Labor Day

There is something for everyone at the movies this summer, both in theaters and streaming at home.

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Melissa McCarthy fronts People magazine's 'Beautiful Issue'

Read full article: Melissa McCarthy fronts People magazine's 'Beautiful Issue'

Melissa McCarthy is on the cover of this year’s People magazine “Beautiful Issue.”.

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Super Bowl ads use celebs, humor, lots of dogs

Read full article: Super Bowl ads use celebs, humor, lots of dogs

Advertisers bet big that viewers were turning to the Super Bowl for a comforting escape, and delivered a series of advertisements that relied on familiar celebrity faces, light humor, and plenty of cuddly dogs.

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Super Bowl ads keep it light by using nostalgia and stars

Read full article: Super Bowl ads keep it light by using nostalgia and stars

Super Bowl ads are more than just breaks between gameplay during the biggest sporting event of the year: They offer a glimpse of the country’s zeitgeist, along with how major industries are faring.

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Doja Cat, John Travolta, Adam Driver star in Super Bowl ads

Read full article: Doja Cat, John Travolta, Adam Driver star in Super Bowl ads

Big name advertisers from T-Mobile to Google are paying as much as $7 million for a 30-second spot during the Super Bowl on Sunday.

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New this week: 'The Starling,' Diddy and Billy Bob Thornton

Read full article: New this week: 'The Starling,' Diddy and Billy Bob Thornton

This week’s new entertainment releases include new albums from rapper Diddy and “Star Trek” star William Shatner, as well as Melissa McCarthy playing a grief-stricken mother in the Netflix drama “The Starling.”.

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New this Week: 'Kung Fu,' 'Rebel' and 'Thunder Force'

Read full article: New this Week: 'Kung Fu,' 'Rebel' and 'Thunder Force'

This week’s new entertainment releases include screen options with women taking charge.

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'13 Reasons Why' Star Christian Navarro Reveals He's Auditioning for Prince Eric in

Read full article: '13 Reasons Why' Star Christian Navarro Reveals He's Auditioning for Prince Eric in

On Tuesday, 13 Reasons Why star Christian Navarro revealed that he's up for the role of Prince Eric in the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid. These are references to both the casting of Halle Bailey in the lead and the return of his hit Netflix series. For months, the casting of the film has driven endless speculation -- and a lot of coy responses from would-be cast members. star Asher Angel revealed he'd also auditioned for the role of Prince Eric, and shared his enthusiasm to potentially be in the film. RELATED CONTENT:Awkwafina Dances Around Rumors She's Joining 'Little Mermaid': 'I Would Be More Than Honored' (Exclusive)Jacob Tremblay Plays Coy About Playing Flounder in 'The Little Mermaid' Remake (Exclusive)Harry Styles Reportedly Turns Down Role of Prince Eric in Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid'

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Queen Latifah Opens Up About Playing Ursula in 'The Little Mermaid Live!'

Read full article: Queen Latifah Opens Up About Playing Ursula in 'The Little Mermaid Live!'

Queen Latifah is sharing some details about the upcoming TV musical The Little Mermaid Live! Shaggy and Auli'i Cravalho are also joining the Little Mermaid Live! The 49-year-old performer also gave a shout-out to Melissa McCarthy, who is rumored to be playing the sea witch in the upcoming live-action, big-screen adaptation of The Little Mermaid. The Wonderful World of Disney presents The Little Mermaid Live! See loads more details from the 2019 MTV VMAs below.

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Halle Bailey Says Playing Ariel in 'Little Mermaid' Live-Action Is a 'Dream Come

Read full article: Halle Bailey Says Playing Ariel in 'Little Mermaid' Live-Action Is a 'Dream Come

Halle Bailey couldn't be more excited to be taking on the iconic role of Ariel in Disney's upcoming live-action remake of their animated classic, The Little Mermaid. "Ariel was one of my favorite princesses growing up so it's a dream come true," she added with a gleaming smile. As for her sister, Chloe said that getting to see Halle show off her acting skills and on-screen charm "means the absolute world to me." Check out the video below to hear more on the upcoming live-action remake. RELATED CONTENT:Yara Shahidi Says Halle Bailey's 'Little Mermaid' Casting Is Redefining Princesses & Fairy Tales (Exclusive)Keke Palmer, Broadway's First Black Cinderella, Defends Halle Bailey's Ariel Casting: 'It's About Damn Time'Halle Berry Congratulates Halle Bailey on 'Little Mermaid' Casting

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Melissa McCarthy Continues to Play Coy About Ursula Casting Rumors, Admits 'I'm Very

Read full article: Melissa McCarthy Continues to Play Coy About Ursula Casting Rumors, Admits 'I'm Very

While Melissa McCarthy isn't ready to confirm any cast rumors, it seems she's more than willing to take on the iconic role of Ursula in Disney's upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. McCarthy walked the star-studded red carpet at the premiere of her new mob drama The Kitchen in Hollywood on Monday. She stopped to talk with ET correspondent Matt Cohen, but played adorably coy when asked about the exciting casting rumors. "Who's Ursula," McCarthy said, blatantly feigning ignorance but with a knowing look. See more updates on the live-action Little Mermaid below.

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Tiffany Haddish Has the Best Response to Her 'Kitchen' Co-Stars Calling Her the Most '

Read full article: Tiffany Haddish Has the Best Response to Her 'Kitchen' Co-Stars Calling Her the Most '

Tiffany Haddish knows how to intimidate other actors on set! When asked who is the real gangster of the group, both McCarthy and Moss immediately pointed to Haddish. "Spoken like a true gangster," Moss hilariously added. Just don't," McCarthy also chimed in during the interview. RELATED CONTENT:Melissa McCarthy Hilariously Addresses Ursula Casting RumorsMelissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid''The Kitchen' Trailer: Melissa McCarthy, Tiffany Haddish and Elisabeth Moss Take Over the Mob

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Melissa McCarthy hints she'll be Ursula in Disney's 'Little Mermaid'

Read full article: Melissa McCarthy hints she'll be Ursula in Disney's 'Little Mermaid'

Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images for ELLEHOLLYWOOD, Calif. - Melissa McCarthy is obviously interested in taking on the role of Ursula in Disney's live-action "Little Mermaid," winking at the camera when Jimmy Kimmel asked her if she'd be playing the part. The actress addressed the rumors during her Monday night appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" after discussing her worst date ever and how her elderly father has started trapping squirrels in his car. "I read that you are going to be a part of the live-action remake of 'Little Mermaid,'" Kimmel asked. Her only worry was embarrassing her kids with her portrayal of the sea witch, who grants a mermaid (Ariel) a wish at great cost.

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Melissa McCarthy Hilariously Addresses Ursula Casting Rumors

Read full article: Melissa McCarthy Hilariously Addresses Ursula Casting Rumors

Disney, if you're listening, Melissa McCarthy would love to play Ursula in the upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid! In late June, ET learned that the acclaimed actress was in early talks for the role of the scheming sea witch. During her chat with Kimmel, McCarthy discussed her own personal connection to the 1989 animated film, which, it turns out, she knows incredibly well. See more updates on the live-action Little Mermaid below. RELATED CONTENT:Asher Angel Says He Auditioned for Role of Prince Eric in 'The Little Mermaid' (Exclusive)Javier Bardem in Talks for Disney's Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid': Who He Would PlayHarry Styles in Early Talks to Play Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid'

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Melissa McCarthy might play Ursula in "Little Mermaid' remake

Read full article: Melissa McCarthy might play Ursula in "Little Mermaid' remake

It seems that Melissa McCarthy is one step closer to playing the iconic sea witch Ursula in Disney's live-action remake of "The Little Mermaid." Variety was told by sources that McCarthy is in the early stages of being cast as Ursula, one of the all-time great Disney villans. The original 1989 film is beloved by many generations, so it makes sense Disney would choose "The Little Mermaid" as its next live-action remake after doing "Beauty and the Beast," "Aladdin" and the highly anticipated "Lion King" still on the way, which will hit theaters July 19. We're sure that the two-time Oscar nominee will bring her comedic chops to the villianess role. There's no word on when "The Little Mermaid" will hit theaters, but we're guessing it will be a couple years.

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Melissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid'

Read full article: Melissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid'

Life is full of tough choices, but Disney might be close to making one when it comes to who will play the role of Ursula in the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid. ET has learned Melissa McCarthy is in very early talks to take on the role of the scheming sea witch in the upcoming film. Early rumors have fans hinting at Zendaya, but the actress played coy when ET's Katie Krause caught up with her at the premiere of her gritty new HBO series, Euphoria. she said of the Little Mermaid hype. RELATED CONTENT:'Little Mermaid' Live-Action Director Rob Marshall Shares Production Update (Exclusive)Zendaya Addresses 'Little Mermaid' Casting Rumors (Exclusive)Lindsay Lohan Talks Dream Role of Ariel in 'Little Mermaid' Reboot and 'Mean Girls' Sequel

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