March movie preview: The Batman, Ryan Reynolds, a new Pixar and some Sundance favorites

From a Ben Affleck/Ana de Armas erotic thriller to a Sandra Bullock/Channing Tatum adventure romance to Netflix’s new Ryan Reynolds sci-fi action drama, movie stars are back in full force. Plus Robert Pattinson suits up as a superhero named Batman in an epic noir take on the Caped Crusader, dramatically titled “The Batman.” this year’s Sundance Film Festival are already making their way onto streaming platforms. Here’s what’s headed your way, cinematically speaking, in March 2022.

Streaming spotlight: In final season, “Better Things” continues to do what it does best

Pamela Adlon’s comedic but poignant look at the life of a middle-aged single mom feels, in some ways, ahead of its time — and that’s been true of “Better Things” since the beginning. Read Ines Bellina's review, plus more on the week in television.

US Army discovers MIA soldier from only Black infantry division in WWII is related to Spike Lee

Famed movie director Spike Lee received a letter in the mail from the United States Army telling him about his relative who was part of the only Black infantry division serving in World War II in Italy which was the focus of a movie Lee directed in 2008.

The Amazing Johnathan, Vegas comedian and magician, dies at 63

The Amazing Johnathan, a longtime Vegas comic and magician, died this week at his home in Nevada, according to family members and multiple media reports.

Tom Brady to play himself, produce road trip movie: ’80 for Brady’

Retired NFL star Tom Brady will play himself in a new movie he’s also producing called “80 for Brady,” a film about four Patriots fans traveling to Super Bowl LI.

Kanye West changes the game with launch of his own streaming service
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Isiah speaks with music industry experts about whether Kanye West changes the game by starting his own streaming platform where his music will be featured.

Sherri Shepherd gets new talk show ‘Sherri,’ to debut on FOX-owned stations this fall

Sherri Shepherd will debut her own syndicated talk show on FOX-owned TV stations and broadcasters nationwide this fall. “Sherri” will inherit the time slots currently held by “The Wendy Williams Show.”

Britney Spears inks $15M tell-all book deal: reports

The reported book project adds to Britney Spears' list of things she's working on since the end of her 13-year conservatorship.

Missing 'Family Reunion' actress Jaida Benjamin found safe

After she was reported missing in Los Angeles over the weekend, police say "Family Reunion" actress Jaida Benjamin was found safe and is back home with her family. 

'Arthur' series finale: PBS Kids show ends this week after 25 seasons

The PBS Kids show “Arthur” comes to an end this week after 25 seasons. But the network said there will still be forms of new content related to the beloved show.

Jamal Edwards, UK music entrepreneur and SBTV founder, dies at 31

Jamal Edwards, a music entrepreneur who championed U.K. rap and grime and helped launch the careers of Ed Sheeran, Jessie J and others, has died at 31.

Fierce winds from Storm Eunice force tiny dog's ears, fur to flap

Fierce winds from Storm Eunice in northern Europe proved deadly for at least four people, caused planes to wobble in the air upon landing and whipped furiously against this small dog in North Wales.

New movie roundup: ‘Uncharted’ throws Tom Holland out of a plane

Whether you’re in a theater or streaming at home, movie choices exist in abundance, with more arriving every week. Here’s our take on Tom Holland in "Uncharted," plus what’s new, free, fun or all of the above.