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Scott Mendelson

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Before joining The Wrap, Scott Mendelson got his industry start in 2008 with a self-piloted film blog titled “Mendelson’s Memos.” In 2013, he was recruited to write for Forbes.com where he wrote almost exclusively for nearly a decade.
In that time he published copious in-depth analytical and editorialized entertainment industry articles specializing in (but not exclusively focused upon) theatrical box office.

A well-known industry pundit, Mendelson has appeared on numerous podcasts and been featured as a talking head on NPR, CNN, Fox and BBC.

Resides In:

Moorpark, CA

Education:

BA in Film Theory/Criticism from Wright State University

  • ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ Was Also Huge on Streaming: Film Is Most-Watched Peacock Title Ever

    The streaming success occurred concurrently with a record-shattering $133 million worldwide theatrical launch

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 31, 2023 @ 1:45 PM
    Movies
    1:45 PM
    ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ Was Also Huge on Streaming: Film Is Most-Watched Peacock Title Ever
  • Qatar’s Role in Gaza Crisis Complicates Hollywood, Media Investments

    The small, oil-rich Gulf nation invested in Peter Chernin’s North Road, Elon Musk’s Twitter and Miramax – but is now brokering for hostages

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 31, 2023 @ 6:00 AM

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    Qatar’s Role in Gaza Crisis Complicates Hollywood, Media Investments

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  • Lionsgate Nabs US and UK Rights for Indian Actioner ‘Kill’

    This marks the first time a major Hollywood studio has teamed with Indian production companies for a Hindi-language release

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 30, 2023 @ 1:50 PM
    Movies
    1:50 PM
    Lionsgate Nabs US and UK Rights for Indian Actioner ‘Kill’
  • Maika Monroe to Return for ‘It Follows’ Sequel From Filmmaker David Robert Mitchell

    “They Follow” will start production in 2024 and is being introduced to international buyers at AFM

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 30, 2023 @ 12:15 PM
    Movies
    12:15 PM
    Maika Monroe to Return for ‘It Follows’ Sequel From Filmmaker David Robert Mitchell
  • Ryan Gosling’s Version of Ken, From the ‘Barbie’ Movie, Is Getting A Doll

    Mattel’s “Kenough Doll” joins film-specific toys based on Margot Robbie’s “Stereotypical Barbie” and Kate McKinnon’s “Weird Barbie”

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 30, 2023 @ 11:43 AM
    Movies
    11:43 AM
    Ryan Gosling’s Version of Ken, From the ‘Barbie’ Movie, Is Getting A Doll
  • Over 1,000 WGA East Members Sign Open Letter Demanding Protections Against AI in Media

    The petition, advocating that journalism be guarded against artificial intelligence, is signed by Natasha Lyonne, Adam McKay and more

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 30, 2023 @ 9:00 AM
    Movies
    9:00 AM
    Over 1,000 WGA East Members Sign Open Letter Demanding Protections Against AI in Media
  • Jason Statham to Star in ‘Levon’s Trade’ for Director David Ayer and Writer Sylvester Stallone 

    Black Bear and Block Film will present the package at AFM, with production set to begin in early 2024

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 27, 2023 @ 5:52 PM
    Movies
    5:52 PM
    Jason Statham to Star in ‘Levon’s Trade’ for Director David Ayer and Writer Sylvester Stallone 
  • Studios Crack Down on Theaters Showing ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ With Intermissions

    Insiders told TheWrap that the practice was “a violation of… the Domestic Licensing Agreement”

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 27, 2023 @ 3:55 PM
    Movies
    3:55 PM
    Studios Crack Down on Theaters Showing ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ With Intermissions
  • Disney Pulls Jonathan Majors’ ‘Magazine Dreams’ From December Release Slate

    The studio also moves Rachel Zegler’s “Snow White” from March 2024 to March 2025

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 27, 2023 @ 11:12 AM
    Movies
    11:12 AM
    Disney Pulls Jonathan Majors’ ‘Magazine Dreams’ From December Release Slate
  • ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ Jolts Thursday Box Office With $10.3 Million

    The Blumhouse horror comedy, based on a popular video game, is expected to open above $50 million for the weekend

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 27, 2023 @ 7:41 AM

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    ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ Jolts Thursday Box Office With $10.3 Million

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  • Amazon Triples Net Income With $10 Billion in Q3, Driven by Boosts in Advertising

    The superstore/tech giant reported $143 billion in revenue, topping both Wall Street’s estimates and the company’s own projections

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 26, 2023 @ 1:20 PM
    Business
    1:20 PM
    Amazon Triples Net Income With $10 Billion in Q3, Driven by Boosts in Advertising
  • Taron Egerton to Star in Crime Thriller ‘She Rides Shotgun’

    Black Bear will launch international sales for the Fifth Season production ahead of the American Film Market

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 26, 2023 @ 9:53 AM
    Movies
    9:53 AM
    Taron Egerton to Star in Crime Thriller ‘She Rides Shotgun’
  • Anthony Hopkins and Matthew Goode Debate the Existence of God in ‘Freud’s Last Session’ Trailer (Video)

    The Sony Pictures Classics release showcases contentious meetings between Sigmund Freud and author-philosopher C.S. Lewis

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 25, 2023 @ 12:53 PM
    Movies
    12:53 PM
    Anthony Hopkins and Matthew Goode Debate the Existence of God in ‘Freud’s Last Session’ Trailer (Video)
  • Warner Bros. Discovery Resets Global Consumer Products and Franchises Exec Team as Pam Lifford Exits

    Robert Oberschelp will become the new division chief

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 25, 2023 @ 11:42 AM
    Movies
    11:42 AM
    Warner Bros. Discovery Resets Global Consumer Products and Franchises Exec Team as Pam Lifford Exits
  • ‘Tiger 3’ Is Getting India’s Imax Screens Instead of ‘The Marvels’ in a Push Away From Hollywood | Analysis

    On a rare occasion where a Bollywood biggie opens concurrently with a Hollywood tentpole, the MCU gets left out

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    October 25, 2023 @ 6:00 AM

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    ‘Tiger 3’ Is Getting India’s Imax Screens Instead of ‘The Marvels’ in a Push Away From Hollywood | Analysis

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