Hollywood Strike Ends, Actors Return to Set

The 118-day strike between the Screen Actors Guild and the Alliance of Motion Picture Television Producers has ended, allowing tens of thousands of actors to return to work pending rank-and-file approval. The deal includes record raises for low-paid background actors, provisions to protect members from AI threats, and a streaming participation bonus. While some productions have been delayed or canceled, many are eager to resume filming, including highly anticipated projects like "Deadpool 3" and "Beetlejuice 2." However, the industry is expected to produce fewer shows this year, focusing on high-quality content due to viewer fatigue with the influx of streaming services.