THE DAILIES

The TLDR on Hollywood.

👋 Welcome aboard! Grab your popcorn and settle in as we navigate the maze of the film world to present to you the finest pearls of Tinseltown wisdom, all in a lingo that even a stunt double could appreciate! We dish out the most desirable behind-the-scenes revelations quicker than you can shout "Lights, camera, action!" Ready to delve into the action? Let's get this show on the road... 📽️

🎞 Here’s what’s on the reel today:

• Disney CFO's medical leave

• 'Argylle': new spy thriller

• 'Cypher' wins at Tribeca

• 'Billions' ends, spinoffs planned

• 'Doctor Who' recruits Lenny Rush

• Bravo, Netflix win awards

• Ana leaves 'American Auto'

• 'FUBAR' sequel confirmed

• Bridgerton S3

• Sneak peek: 'The 3 Body Problem'

• 'Heart of Stone': Gadot-Dornan thriller

• 'Avatar' teaser released

But first, as usual, let’s take at what people went to see this weekend…

Okay, let's explore the stories stirring up chatter in the industry loop - the essential info to keep you right in the heart of the action… 🚀📰

🗣ACTION!💬 

👋 Disney's CFO, Christine McCarthy, on Medical Leave 🏰 
Disney's very own number cruncher, Christine McCarthy, is off on a medical leave. The lady's a legend and has been the financial backbone of Disney since the 2000s. She even became the CFO in 2015 and has been making waves ever since. Now, another dude, Kevin Lansberry, will fill in her big shoes while she's away. She was Bob Iger's right-hand woman, helping shake up things and bring him back as the CEO. Her departure is a big blow, especially with Disney facing some tough times and massive layoffs.

 🔍 Get Ready for Spy Thriller 'Argylle' on Apple TV+ 🎬 
Buckle up, folks! A new spy thriller called ARGYLLE is coming soon on Apple TV+ following a theatrical release in February 2024. The star-studded cast is crazy good, with big names like Henry Cavill, Sam Rockwell, and Bryan Cranston, among others. The movie's directed by Matthew Vaughn and promises loads of action and adventure around the world. Exciting times ahead, right? 🌍🕵️‍♂️🎞️

🏅 'Cypher' Dominates at Tribeca Film Festival 🎥🎉
At this year's Tribeca Film Festival, 'Cypher' was the star, taking home the Best U.S. Narrative Feature prize! 🎬🏆 The jury was all praise for its creative use of music and imagery. Also, 'Smoking Tigers' got Ji-Young Yoon the Best Performance award and Young Shelly Yo bagged Best Screenplay. 'Graduates' won for Best Cinematography while 'Strange Path' cleaned up in the International category. The Best Documentary Feature went to 'Moses Thuranira Rains' for its impactful storytelling. It was a grand celebration of diverse and groundbreaking works. 🎊🎬🏆

💰 'Billions' Ending with Season 7, Spinoffs Planned! 🎥
So, the mighty 'Billions' is finally bowing out after season 7. But don't be too upset - there's talk of a couple of spinoffs in the pipeline! The final season will start streaming this August, and it's going to be epic. Damian Lewis will be back as Bobby Axelrod, along with the usual star-studded cast. Stay tuned for one last round of power, money, and greed. 🎬💰💥

🚀 Welcome Aboard, Lenny Rush: New Recruit in 'Doctor Who' 🎉
The Doctor's got a new companion, folks! Meet Lenny Rush, the BAFTA-winning star joining the iconic 'Doctor Who' series. Lenny, who you might remember from 'Unreasonable?', is all set to jump aboard the TARDIS. And guess what? The new series of 'Doctor Who' is dropping later this year on BBC UK and Disney+ internationally. How cool is that? 👽🌌🚀

🎉 Bravo & Netflix Score Big at Critics Choice Real TV Awards 🏆At this year's Critics Choice Real TV Awards, Bravo and Netflix were the big winners, each bagging two awards! Some other highlights? 'The Amazing Race' won Best Competition Series and Eugene Levy was named Star of the Year. So, if you love real TV as much as we do, make sure to catch the ceremony on KTLA+ and KTLA.com tonight. It's gonna be a blast!

Ana's Heartfelt Farewell to 'American Auto' 🚗💔 Our much-loved Ana Gasteyer took to social media to bid adieu to her stint on NBC's recently cancelled comedy show 'American Auto.' 💔 Sharing her love and appreciation, she tweeted, "What an incredible journey it was! The creative minds, talented writers, dedicated crew, and of course, my co-stars, were all just fantastic. I was the lucky one here." The show, a workplace comedy set in St. Denis Medical, was a brainchild of "Superstore" creator Justin Spitzer and produced by Universal Television, among others. The ensemble cast included Harriet Dyer, Humphrey Ker, Michael B. Washington, Tye White and X Mayo.

Schwarzenegger's Spy Thriller 'FUBAR' Gets a Sequel! 🤫🔥Get ready for more action-packed excitement as Netflix confirms a second season for Arnold Schwarzenegger's spy thriller, 'FUBAR.' 🎉 The Terminator himself revealed the good news during Netflix's Tudum event. The show centers around a CIA Operative on the edge of retirement, who stumbles upon a family secret and is compelled to return to the field for one final mission. And it's all set against a backdrop of humor, action, and international espionage. The star-studded cast includes Monica Barbaro, Milan Carter, Gabriel Luna and more, with Nick Santora serving as the showrunner. 🎬💥

Bridgerton S3: Penelope & Colin's Love Story Unveils! 🎥💞" Love is in the air for Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton in the upcoming third season of Netflix's BRIDGERTON! 🥰 Netflix teased fans with some fresh images, and it's clear that Penelope and Colin are finally getting their long-awaited love story. After his travels, Colin returns only to find that Penelope, his constant supporter, has turned indifferent towards him. He's bent on mending their friendship while helping her attract the perfect suitor. Penelope, on the other hand, struggles to keep her secret identity under wraps. The series also welcomes new showrunner Jess Brownell, after Chris Van Dusen's departure. So get ready, because the love story we've all been pining for is about to unfold! 💘🎥

Let's skip the small talk and dive right into the cream of the crop, the trailers that'll make your movie-night list a whole lot longer. Here we go!

🎞️ ROLL THE TRAILERS 🎉

First Look at 'The 3 Body Problem': Netflix's Epic Sci-Fi 🚀 Brace yourselves, sci-fi fans! Netflix finally gives us a sneak peek of the highly awaited epic, 'The 3 Body Problem,' crafted by the creators of 'Game of Thrones.' 🤩 The eight-episode series, based on Cixin Liu's book series, recently completed shooting and is set to hit screens in January 2024. 📆 The plot spans decades, starting in 1960s China and moving to modern times, following a group of gifted scientists. The all-star cast includes Jess Hong, Benedict Wong, Eiza González, among others, with the show's creators also serving as executive producers. 🎭 The teaser was revealed at Netflix's TUDUM event in Brazil, making it one of the highlights of the year's first live event. So, don't forget to check out the teaser! 📺👀

Gal Gadot & Jamie Dornan Tackle Global Threats in Netflix’s 'Heart of Stone'🕵️‍♀️💥Get ready to buckle up, folks! Our fave Wonder Woman Gal Gadot and Jamie Dornan are here to save the world in Netflix's new spy thriller "Heart of Stone". The trailer just dropped at Netflix's Tudum event in São Paulo, Brazil, and let me tell ya, it's got everything: motorcycle chases, parachute stunts, and even global destruction.🔥 Gadot plays a kick-butt spy named Rachel Stone, who's secretly part of a covert group that uses some high-tech gadgets to keep the world safe. And it seems like she's got a big ol' mess to clean up. 🕵️‍♀️ So grab your popcorn, mark your calendars for Aug 11, and let's watch our heroes save the day...again! 🌍💥

Netflix Unveils 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' 🌊🌍🔥💨 Hold your Appas, Avatar fans, 'cause we've got some news that'll firebend your socks off! Netflix just dropped a teaser for their live-action "Avatar: The Last Airbender" series.🎥 Yep, you heard that right! We got our first peek at our faves - Aang (played by Gordon Cormier), Katara (Kiawentiio), Sokka (Ian Ousley), and Zuko (Dallas Liu). And yes, Daniel Dae Kim is Fire Lord Ozai and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee is General Iroh.👀 The teaser was all sorts of nostalgic, with the emblems of the Water Tribe, Earth Kingdom, Fire Nation, and Air Nomads, and a 2024 release date.📆 A bit of a wait, but hey, good things come to those who...can manipulate elements! Just to be clear, this show is a Netflix thing, not affiliated with Avatar Studios. So buckle up, it's gonna be a wild, element-bending ride.

That's a wrap! 🎬

Enjoy an amazing week, and catch you bright and early on Thursday!

-The Dailies Team