EXCLUSIVE: Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz, executive producer/showrunner of Gordita Chronicles, is extending her overall with Sony Pictures Television, the studio behind the coming-of-age HBO Max comedy series, which premieres today.
08.06.2022 - 22:03 / variety.com
Carson Burton Sony Pictures Television has brought on unscripted executive and producer Michael Weinberg as senior vice president of development in its newly-formed game show production unit, Variety has learned exclusively.In the new role, Weinberg will develop game shows across all platforms and will identify new growth opportunities for the game shows division, which is focused on expanding the company’s footprint in the category. Sony Pictures Television is behind mega-powerhouses “Wheel of Fortune” and “Jeopardy!”An Emmy-winning producer, Weinberg’s extensive list of game show credits includes “Press Your Luck,” “1 Versus 100,” “To Tell the Truth” and “Don’t Forget the Lyrics.”Earlier this year, Sony made a major push into unscripted content expansion with the $350 million acquisition of Industrial Media.
At that time, the company also announced that longtime Sony exec Suzanne Prete would oversee production in a newly-formed game show division. Weinberg will report to Prete, executive vice president of game shows.
“I am thrilled to have Michael joining the SPT family,” said Prete. “He is a multi-talented, creative producer with wide-ranging experience, which makes him an ideal fit for this role.
I look forward to working closely with Michael to develop exciting new programs for our clients who are hungry for more exciting game show content.”“I feel like I won the ultimate game show prize! Working with Suzanne and the stellar Sony IP is a dream come true. As game shows are going through an exciting renaissance, we have the perfect combination of legacy and limitless possibilities to create compelling content for everyone, everywhere,” said Weinberg.Prior to joining Sony, Weinberg was president at InventTV, and
.EXCLUSIVE: Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz, executive producer/showrunner of Gordita Chronicles, is extending her overall with Sony Pictures Television, the studio behind the coming-of-age HBO Max comedy series, which premieres today.
Made In Chelsea favourite Sam Thompson has predicted an interesting turn of events when it comes to this year's series of Love Island.The 29-year-old reality star turned to his 1.4 million Instagram followers on Tuesday night to share his theory that contestant Gemma Owen is relying on her famous footballing father Michael Owen to ensure she stays in the show for the long-run. Speaking to girlfriend Zara McDermott in a vlog whilst watching last night's episode - which saw the original line-up's Amber Beckford and Ikenna Ekwonna brutally dumped - Sam jokes: "Gemma, just knowing she wasn't going to get picked." Zara - who is best known for having appeared on the 2018 series of the best-loved dating show - agreed: "Gemma knew as soon as they said there was going to be a dumping tonight, Gemma was so relaxed!" Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.
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Michael J. Fox's rise to fame during the show's seven-season run from 1982 to 1989.«I remember walking into the mail room and finding just these gobs of mail from pre-teens going, 'This is our guy.' That was before ,» Gross said of Fox's 1985 film. «You just said, 'Oh, this is a phenomenon… This is exciting.
Sony Pictures Classics has acquired worldwide rights to the documentary Turn Every Page – The Adventures of Robert Caro and Robert Gottlieb, on the heels of its June 12th world premiere in the Spotlight Documentary section of the Tribeca Film Festival.
Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterSony Pictures Classics has acquired worldwide rights to the documentary “Turn Every Page — The Adventures of Robert Caro and Robert Gottlieb.” The film premiered at Tribeca Festival as part of its spotlight documentary programming.Robert Gottlieb’s daughter Lizzie Gottlieb (“Today’s Man,” “Romeo Romeo”) directed “Turn Every Page,” which explores the legendary editor’s creative collaboration with Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Robert Caro. According to a press release, “They have worked and fought together for 50 years, forging one of publishing’s most iconic and productive partnerships.
Sony Pictures Classics has secured the worldwide rights to “Turn Every Page – The Adventures of Robert Caro and Robert Gottlieb” out of Tribeca Film Festival. The film premiered Sunday as part of the festival’s Spotlight Documentary program.Directed by Lizzie Gottlieb (“Today’s Man,” “Romeo, Romeo”), the film chronicles the 50-year partnership between her father – the legendary editor of The New Yorker and publishing houses Simon & Schuster and Alfred A.
EXCLUSIVE: After exiting Fast X, it didn’t take Justin Lin long to rev up another franchise. He’s set to direct One Punch Man for Sony Pictures., Scott Rosenberg & Jeff Pinkner, who teamed on Jumanji: The Next Level, and Venom, are set to write the live-action film adaptation of worldwide hit manga series. Sony Pictures acquired the film rights from Shueisha.
Liam Llewellyn has finally found out who Gemma Owen's famous dad is – and it turns out he's a huge fan. The 22 year old Welsh student, who was initially coupled up with the brunette beauty at the start of the hit ITV dating programme Love Island, gathered Islanders around the fire pit last week to announce the news he was leaving the villa. And in his first interview since then, he's found out at Gemma's dad is none other than former professional football player Michael, 42, who has played for Liverpool, Real Madrid, Newcastle United, Manchester United and Stoke City as well as the England national team in the past.
Ramin Setoodeh Executive EditorTo many fans of “Sex and the City,” Kim Cattrall was the definition of glamorous. So perhaps it’s only fitting that her next TV project will be “Glamorous,” a Netflix series in which Cattrall will be starring as a makeup mogul.“Glamorous,” which had originally been ordered as a pilot at The CW in 2019, tells the story of Marco Mejia (played by actor, singer and YouTuber Miss Benny), a gender non-conforming queer person who goes to work for Cattrall’s cosmetics queen Madolyn Addison.
Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterJeff Frost is stepping down from his role as president of Sony Pictures Television Studios, Variety has learned.A representative for the studio confirmed Frost’s exit Thursday.Deadline first reported the news of Frost leaving his post.More to come…
EXCLUSIVE: Jeff Frost, a 15-year Sony TV veteran, is stepping down as President of Sony Pictures Television Studios, a post he has held for the past five years. According to sources, his departure was a mutual decision. With the TV studio coming off a banner year — hitting an all-time high of over 50 produced series and making waves at the 2021 Emmys nominations — I hear Frost felt it was time to leave and start a new chapter. Frost just shared his decision with his staff; Ravi Ahuja, Chairman, Global Television Studios, announced Frost’s departure in a company email. (You can read both in full at the bottom of the post.)
Love Island fans are convinced that Liam Llewellyn knows Gemma is the daughter of football legend Michael Owen.The brand new series of the reality show kicked off on Monday 6 June with a new twist. Instead of the contestants choosing who they'd like to couple up with, the public were given the power to choose for them.
William Earl The Variety & Sony Pictures Television Virtual FYC House, which captures the attention of TV awards voters, kicked off with a special preview night on June 1 featuring an exclusive “Power of Production” panel in-person on the Sony lot.The round table, moderated by Variety TV editor Michael Schneider, featured panelists Liz Friedman, executive producer, “The Good Doctor”; Chris Miller, executive producer, “The Afterparty”; Simon Racioppa, executive producer, “The Boys Presents: Diabolical”; Matthew B. Roberts, executive producer, “Outlander” and Gordon Smith, executive producer, “Better Call Saul.”The showrunners and executive producers responsible for bringing Sony Pictures Television’s roster of shows to screen unveiled how they position a show for ultimate success.
Wilson Chapman editorMidge is taking Los Angeles by storm. A new two-day pop-up based on “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” is coming to the city June 18 and June 19, Prime Video has announced.Titled “Making LA Marvelous,” the pop-up site will feature sets inspired by the recent fourth season of the popular Rachel Brosnahan starring comedy series, including a recreation of Susie Myerson’s office from the show, as well as areas inspired by real-life New York locations Russ & Daughters deli and the Blue Note Jazz Club.