Why Hollywood Needs Books More Than Ever

Why Hollywood Needs Books More Than Ever

Matt is joined by Jason Richman, UTA partner and cohead of media rights, to talk about the recent success of high-profile book adaptations at the box office ('Project Hail Mary,' 'Wuthering Heights,' 'The Housemaid'), why the long-standing Hollywood strategy of adapting books into films went away and is now back, the rise of female-focused authors, why this is leading to more power for book rights holders, what genres are most popular, and more (00:00). Matt finishes the show with an opening weekend box office prediction for ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ (27:23). Host: Matt Belloni Guest: Jason Richman Producers: Craig Horlbeck and Jon Jones Theme Song: Devon Renaldo This episode is brought to you by AMC+. Start your free trial today at join.amcplus.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Sundance ’26 Bidding Wars and ‘Melania’ Box Office Prospects

Sundance ’26 Bidding Wars and ‘Melania’ Box Office Prospects

Live from the last Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Matt is joined by John Sloss, founder and CEO of Cinetic Media, to discuss how the Sundance experience has changed over the past 40 years, how t...

26 Tammi 32min

Oscar Noms ‘26! Five Big Takeaways and Industry Narratives.

Oscar Noms ‘26! Five Big Takeaways and Industry Narratives.

Matt is joined by New York Times reporter and awards season columnist Kyle Buchanan to discuss the biggest industry narratives surrounding this year's Academy Awards nominations (01:29). Matt finishes...

22 Tammi 38min

The Last Sundance (in Park City) and Why Boulder?

The Last Sundance (in Park City) and Why Boulder?

Matt is joined by Eugene Hernandez, director of the Sundance Film Festival, to discuss the last year in Park City, the decision to leave Utah, and what we can expect in Boulder, Colorado. Later, they ...

21 Tammi 32min

The 2026 Box Office Draft

The 2026 Box Office Draft

Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to conduct the fourth annual box office draft. Matt and Lucas each draft seven blockbuster movies set to be released in 2026 with the goal of making the most m...

19 Tammi 38min

Actors vs. Studios, and the Existential AI War, With SAG-AFTRA Lead Negotiator

Actors vs. Studios, and the Existential AI War, With SAG-AFTRA Lead Negotiator

Matt is joined by national executive director and chief negotiator for SAG-AFTRA Duncan Crabtree-Ireland to discuss the union's upcoming negotiations with the AMPTP, the possibility of another strike,...

15 Tammi 42min

'Zootopia 2,' China, AI, and the Battle for Originals With the Head of Disney Animation

'Zootopia 2,' China, AI, and the Battle for Originals With the Head of Disney Animation

Matt is joined by Jared Bush, the writer and codirector of Zootopia 2 and chief creative officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios, to discuss the smash-hit sequel, its incredible success in China, the...

14 Tammi 37min

The Shameless Golden Globes, and Paramount Takes Warner Bros. to Court

The Shameless Golden Globes, and Paramount Takes Warner Bros. to Court

Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to react to Sunday's Golden Globe Awards, including the cringiest corporate moments and the studios and streamers that overperformed. Then, they discuss the la...

12 Tammi 34min

Is Hollywood Broken? A Savvy Investor’s View of 2026.

Is Hollywood Broken? A Savvy Investor’s View of 2026.

Matt is joined by Jeff Sagansky—a longtime investor, executive, and producer—to discuss the current media landscape and how things are trending as we begin 2026. Jeff previews the M&A deal market for ...

10 Tammi 37min

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