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Paramount’s planned takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery would bring HBO Max and Showtime under one corporate roof, with Ellison pledging to keep HBO independent and strong; Greenblatt notes the historic rivalry but says consolidation could benefit both brands through a unified streaming platform and more leverage in carriage talks.
Floyd Mayweather filed a California lawsuit against Showtime and Stephen Espinoza, seeking at least $340 million and alleging misappropriation of funds, aided breach of fiduciary duty, civil conspiracy, conversion, and unjust enrichment tied to revenue from major boxing events.
Floyd Mayweather Jr. has filed a lawsuit seeking more than $340 million against Showtime and its former president Stephen Espinoza, alleging misappropriated funds and related breaches. BoxingScene’s Lance Pugmire frames the claim with skepticism, noting the fighter’s past revenue splits with Showtime, the absence of Haymon as a named defendant, and the possibility that the suit reflects post-career financial strains or behind-the-scenes tensions rather than a straightforward fraud case. The piece also recalls Mayweather’s history with Haymon and the Showtime era of major fights before Showtime shuttered boxing coverage in 2023.
50 Cent taunted Floyd Mayweather on social media after reports that Mayweather is suing Showtime and ex-exec Stephen Espinoza for about $340 million over allegedly missing payouts from big fights, a scheme reportedly connected to manager Al Haymon. The post revives talk of a Money-era influence by 50 Cent, and hints at future big-money bouts for Mayweather—including a possible clash with Mike Tyson or a Crawford bout—while 50 Cent even offered to help secure such a fight.
Floyd Mayweather Jr. has filed a California lawsuit accusing Showtime and former Showtime Sports president Stephen Espinoza of aiding his former manager Al Haymon in a long-running financial-fraud scheme, claiming at least $340 million of his career earnings went missing or were concealed; the suit seeks return of the misappropriated funds and punitive damages, while Showtime denies the allegations.
'Yellowjackets' will conclude with its fourth and final season, set to premiere in 2026 on Showtime and Paramount+, with the creators expressing gratitude to fans and hinting at potential future collaborations with Paramount. The series, praised by critics and audiences, has been a significant success, with its third season being the most-watched.
Paramount+ has rebranded its top-tier ad-free streaming service from 'Paramount+ With Showtime' to 'Paramount+ Premium,' which still includes Showtime programming and costs $13 per month, while the Showtime cable channels retain their original branding.
Paramount Global has renamed its top-tier streaming package from 'Paramount+ With Showtime' to 'Paramount+ Premium,' removing the Showtime branding while maintaining the same pricing and offering a broad lineup of Showtime programming along with live feeds. The change reflects a shift in branding strategy, with the Showtime standalone service having shut down earlier in 2024, and contrasts with Warner Bros. Discovery's rebranding of Max back to HBO Max.
Paramount has rebranded its streaming service from Paramount Plus with Showtime to Paramount Plus Premium, offering an ad-free experience with additional features for $12.99/month, signaling a consolidation of its streaming brands amid ongoing corporate changes.
Patrick Gibson, who plays a young Dexter Morgan in the prequel series 'Dexter: Original Sin,' received Michael C. Hall's blessing after their first table read. Hall, who is an executive producer and voices Dexter's inner monologue, expressed confidence in Gibson's portrayal. The series revives Dexter, undoing the 'New Blood' ending, and sets the stage for the next installment, 'Resurrection.' Sarah Michelle Gellar joins the cast, playing a mentor to Dexter, inadvertently shaping his future as a serial killer.
"Dexter: Original Sin," a prequel to the popular series, struggles to offer fresh content, instead rehashing familiar storylines and characters from the original show. Set in 1991, it follows a young Dexter as he begins his career in the Miami police department, but fails to fill in significant gaps in his backstory. Despite new cast members like Christian Slater and Sarah Michelle Gellar, the series leans heavily on nostalgia and established lore, offering little innovation or depth.
The new prequel series "Dexter: Original Sin" revisits Dexter Morgan's first kill from a fresh perspective, focusing on a young Dexter, played by Patrick Gibson, as he navigates his early years and struggles with his urge to kill. Showrunner Clyde Phillips explains that the series explores Dexter's origins and evolution, revealing that Dexter survived the events of "New Blood." The show aims to delve deeper into Dexter's psyche and relationships, particularly with his adoptive father Harry, while maintaining a lighter tone reflective of the early '90s Miami setting.
Michael C. Hall returns as Dexter Morgan in the prequel series 'Dexter: Original Sin,' which revives the character after his death in 'Dexter: New Blood.' The series creator, Clyde Phillips, explains the decision to bring Dexter back, citing fan dissatisfaction with the previous ending. 'Original Sin' explores Dexter's early years in the 1990s, with Patrick Gibson playing a young Dexter, while Hall provides the character's inner monologue. The series sets the stage for a sequel, 'Dexter: Resurrection,' slated for 2025.
"Dexter: Original Sin," a prequel series set in 1990s Miami, explores Dexter's early years as he transitions from med school student to serial killer. Despite strong performances from a cast including Patrick Gibson and Christian Slater, the show struggles with stale storytelling and lacks a compelling reason to exist, feeling more like a cash grab than a fresh take on the "Dexter" saga.
"The Agency," a new spy thriller on Paramount+ with Showtime, features a stellar cast led by Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, and Richard Gere. Created by Jez and John-Henry Butterworth, the series explores international espionage through the London CIA station. While the show boasts strong performances and intriguing scripts, it struggles with consistency across its initial episodes, leaving viewers with a sense of potential yet unfulfilled promise. The narrative follows Fassbender's character, a deep-cover operative, as he navigates a complex web of espionage and personal challenges.