Lucas Manfredi is a TV Business reporter at TheWrap, writing about the programming, executives and trends in the television and streaming industries. Prior to joining the TheWrap in November 2022, he spent four years at Fox Business as a production assistant and a reporter on its digital team. He has a Bachelor of Science in Television-Radio production from Ithaca College and can be reached at lucas.manfredi@thewrap.com.
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Murdoch’s Next Move: How Rupert Could Box Out His Children and Keep Control of the Fox Empire
The 93-year-old media titan is locked in a legal feud with his kids over attempts to consolidate power under eldest son Lachlan
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‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Trailer Teases Love, Monsters and Tragedy
HBO’s adaptation of the Naughty Dog and PlayStation video game franchise returns April 13
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MNTN, Ryan Reynolds Reach Deal to Recombine Maximum Effort’s Digital Marketing, Production Arms
Under the deal, which is expected to close April 1, the two companies will continue their creative partnership
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Netflix’s $18 Billion in Content Spend for 2025 ‘Not Anywhere Near a Ceiling,’ CFO Says
“I do think we are still just getting started,” Spencer Neumann says of the streamer’s growth
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Trump Congressional Address Draws 36.6 Million Viewers, Up 13% From Biden 2024 State of the Union
15 networks broadcast the joint address on Tuesday
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A+E Global Media Rebrand Is ‘Better Reflection’ of ‘Who We’re Going to Be Going Forward,’ Ad Sales Head Says
Toby Byrne also tells TheWrap about the launch of the company’s new digital division and “encouraging trends” going into its upfront presentation to advertisers
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Disney+ Developing Interactivity Features to Boost Engagement With Kids
Disney Entertainment co-chair Dana Walden says technology improvements are a “top priority” in 2025
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WBD’s New Structure Will Provide Opportunity to ‘Go On Offense or Defense’ Amid Linear Upheaval, David Zaslav Says
The chief executive also said the media giant is changing how it programs its cable channels, including looking at bringing HBO content to TNT and TBS
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25 Most Anticipated TV Shows of Spring 2025
From “Daredevil: Born Again” on Disney+ and HBO’s “The Last of Us” to Peacock’s “Poker Face” and “The Studio” on Apple TV+
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Comcast Scouting Manhattan for SpinCo Corporate HQ
The eventual location will house some entertainment teams and MSNBC, including studio space and a production facility
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Sharon Horgan to Executive Produce and Star in New HBO Original Comedy
The project landed a straight to series order as part of a new two-year first-look deal between the network and the “Bad Sisters” creator
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Disney Sells Out 2025 Oscars Ad Inventory
The current rate for a 30-second spot during the 2025 telecast ranges between $1.7 million and $2.3 million
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TKO Completes $3.25 Billion Acquisition of IMG, On Location, Professional Bull Riders
Endeavor is expected to own approximately 61% of TKO
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How the Major Streamers Stack Up in Subscribers and Revenue
Netflix leads the pack in revenue and number of subscribers, with no close second
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Nathan Fielder’s ‘The Rehearsal’ Sets April Return at HBO
Season 2 of the hit comedy series premieres April 20
