Idris Elba.

Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognised in New Year's honour's list

In all, 1150 people received New Year's honours this year.

Tuesday 5:30pm

French Actress Brigitte Bardot with a dog in the Gennevilliers, Paris, while supporting the French animal protection society operation, Feb. 10, 1982

French actor Brigitte Bardot dies at 91

Bardot died last night at her home in southern France, according to Bruno Jacquelin, of the Brigitte Bardot Foundation for the protection of animals.

Mon, Dec 29

Jennifer Ward-Lealand told 1News reporter Simon Mercep how she's fighting for actors' rights.

Acclaimed Kiwi actor at forefront of effort to protect artists from AI

Jennifer Ward-Lealand told 1News reporter Simon Mercep how she's fighting for actors' rights.

Sat, Dec 27

3:05

Actor Russell Brand arrives at Westminster Magistrates' court in London

New rape, sexual assault charges brought against Russell Brand

The alleged offences took place in 2009, the UK's Crown Prosecution Service said.

Wed, Dec 24

Oona Chaplin as Varang in Avatar: Fire And Ash. (Source: Supplied / 20th Century Studios)

Avatar: Fire and Ash – A visual spectacle, but does it earn its runtime?

More than 700 people waited in anticipation for the Australasian premiere of the latest instalment in Wellington on Saturday.

Thu, Dec 18

Gil Gerard.

Buck Rogers star Gil Gerard dies at 82

Gerard starred in NBC's campy Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, which ran for two seasons from 1979 to 1981.

Thu, Dec 18

Nick Reiner arrives at the premiere of Spinal Tap II: The End Continues.

Prosecutors charge Rob Reiner's son with two counts of murder

Nick Reiner, 32, is charged with killing the 78-year-old actor and director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner.

Wed, Dec 17

Rob Reiner, from left, Michele Singer Reiner, Romy Reiner, Nick Reiner, Maria Gilfillan, and Jake Reiner arrive at the premiere of Spinal Tap II: The End Continues

Killings of Rob and Michele Reiner shatter family's gentle legacy

For decades, the Reiners appeared to be a dynasty spared of jealousy, cynicism and rage.

Tue, Dec 16

Honoree Rob Reiner, second left, poses with his wife Michele, left, and children Jake, center, Romy, and Nick at the 41st annual Chaplin Award Gala at Avery Fisher Hall.

Rob Reiner's son, Nick, arrested after death of director and wife

The law enforcement official, who was briefed on the investigation, confirmed that he was being held, but could not publicly discuss the details and spoke to AP on condition of anonymity.

Tue, Dec 16

Writer-director Rob Reiner poses for a portrait in 2016. (Source: Brian Ach/Invision/AP)

Rob Reiner, son of a comedy giant who became one, too, dies at 78

Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer, were found dead at their home in the Brentwood neighbourhood of Los Angeles.

Mon, Dec 15

Rob Reiner and wife Michele Singer attend the 6th annual GLSEN Respect Awards at Beverly Hills Hotel in 2010.

Rob Reiner and wife found dead in their home, law official says

Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a medical aid request and found the 78-year-old director and his 68-year-old wife dead.

Mon, Dec 15

Jim Carrey as the titular Grinch in 2000's How The Grinch Stole Christmas.

Chainsmoking, punching himself: Jim Carrey's tricks to endure Grinch makeup

Carrey says he punched himself, chain-smoked, and blasted Bee Gees to survive the "torturous" Grinch transformation.

Sun, Dec 14

Thousands gathered around the red carpet to catch a glimpse of the stars attending the Avatar: Fire and Ash premiereRNZ

Thousands gather for Avatar 3 premiere: 'Wellington's done so well'

The movie had 1600 crew at its peak, and took three years to put together.

Sun, Dec 14

The painting that introduced "Star Wars" to the world nearly 50 years ago.

Painting that introduced Star Wars fetches NZ$6.6M at auction

The piece marked a new auction high for the franchise, prior to this Darth Vader's lightsaber sold for US$3.6 million (NZ$6.19 million).

Thu, Dec 11

A visitor walks past portraits of DC Comics superheroes as she enters the "Action and Magic Made Here" interactive experience at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour.

Netflix to buy Warner Bros studio, streaming business for $124 billion

The deal would bring together two of the biggest players in television and film and potentially reshape the entertainment industry.

Sat, Dec 6

The PlayStation logo appears at the Paris Games Week in Paris in 2017.

A look back as PlayStation turns 30

From big-budget Hollywood fare like Lara Croft: Tomb Raider to The Last of Us on HBO Max, the PlayStation experience has leapt far past the console.

Thu, Dec 4

Luciane Buchanan and Jason Momoa previously teamed up on Chief of War.

Jason Momoa backs Luciane Buchanan's film bidding for Oscars nod

Momoa has joined as executive producer for short film Lea Tupu’anga/Mother Tongue.

Thu, Dec 4

November 2025
Dame Judi Dench.

'I can't see anymore': Dame Judi Dench gives health update

The 90-year-old Oscar-winning actress was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration in 2012.

Sat, Nov 29

Director Lee Tamahori attends "The Devil's Double" Premiere at the Eccles Center Theatre during the 2011 Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2011 in Park City, Utah

'Incredibly talented person': Film industry pays tribute to Lee Tamahori

The Once Were Warriors filmmaker passed away Friday, age 75.

Sat, Nov 8

Lee Tamahori, seen here in Berlin in 2016.

Once Were Warriors director Lee Tamahori dies

The filmmaker had a highly successful career in New Zealand and Hollywood.

Fri, Nov 7

Incentive scheme boosted to attract international films, TV to NZ

Incentive scheme boosted to attract international films, TV to NZ

The rebate changes lower entry costs, expand eligibility, and aim to keep New Zealand competitive in the global screen market.

Fri, Nov 7

Anna Sawai.

Kiwi actress Anna Sawai cast as Yoko Ono in Beatles biopic

The Emmy award-winner joins an all-star cast in Sam Mendes’ four-part film series exploring the lives and legacy of the Fab Four.

Mon, Nov 3

October 2025
Rebecca Ferguson as the oversight officer for the White House Situation Room in A House of Dynamite.

A new drama about nuclear war sounds the alarm, but how worried should we be?

Thriller A House of Dynamite sets out the possibility of a nuclear strike on the US.

Fri, Oct 31

Elijah Wood poses for photos with Sharik and Jessica Burgess-Stride at their wedding.

Elijah Wood 'crashes' Lord of the Rings-themed wedding at Hobbiton

The actor, best known for playing Frodo Baggins, was visiting the Waikato movie set and happened to be touring the grounds as Sharik and Jessica Burgess-Stride were tying the knot.

Wed, Oct 29

Diane Keaton (file image).

Annie Hall and Godfather star Diane Keaton's cause of death revealed

Actor who frequently collaborated with Woody Allen died on October 11 at the age of 79.

Thu, Oct 16