Comedy

Comedian Pandji Pragiwaksono underwent police questioning on February 2, 2026, regarding alleged SARA-tinged insults toward Toraja tribe funeral customs. The case has advanced to the investigation stage, though Pandji remains a reporting witness. He claims to be cooperative and has apologized for his joke.

February 02, 2026 Reported by AI

Sony Pictures has postponed the theatrical release of its comedy film 'The Breadwinner' to May 2026. The movie stars comedian Nate Bargatze in his debut feature role alongside Mandy Moore.

Apple TV has announced that the fourth season of its Emmy-winning comedy Ted Lasso will premiere in summer 2026. The new season features Jason Sudeikis returning as Ted Lasso, who coaches a second-division women's football team in Richmond. Production began in July 2025, with first-look photos revealing familiar faces and new cast members.

January 27, 2026 Reported by AI

Apple TV+ renewed its Emmy-nominated comedy Shrinking for a fourth season on January 27, 2026, hours before the third season premiere on January 28. Starring Jason Segel as grieving therapist Jimmy Laird and Harrison Ford as his mentor Paul, the series follows Jimmy's unorthodox approach to helping clients amid his own loss.

Elizabeth Banks is set to produce a new feature comedy titled 'Betas,' centered on the viral world of sorority rush culture. The project, backed by her Brownstone Productions, will be directed by Sammi Cohen from a script by Ilana Wolpert. It marks Banks's return to the college comedy genre that launched her producing career.

January 18, 2026 Reported by AI

Finn Wolfhard marked his hosting debut on Saturday Night Live with a surprise reunion alongside Stranger Things costars Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo. The trio celebrated their transition from child stars to adults in a humorous opening monologue. The segment highlighted their growth since the show's start when Wolfhard was 12.