Spring Message from New Mexico Local SAG-AFTRA President - Talia Pura

Dear Roscoe (SAG-AFTRA) member,

SAG-AFTRA (New Mexico Local 2026).

"Spring has brought a renewed sense of energy and connection across our New Mexico community, and I’m excited to share what is ahead."

"Our Conservatory programs continue to shine as a cornerstone of member engagement and professional growth. We recently hosted an ask-me-anything-style event with casting directors Jennifer Schwalenberg and Angelique Midthunder. The duo offered candid insight into the casting process, audition expectations and how performers can best position themselves in today’s evolving industry. The conversation was dynamic and, most importantly, deeply rooted in the realities of working right here in New Mexico. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a success."

"We’re continuing that momentum with our next Conservatory event on Saturday, May 2, featuring renowned social media strategist Heidi Dean. Heidi will guide members through building a compelling online presence that adds value to your career. In a time when visibility and authenticity matter more than ever, this is an opportunity not to miss."

"And I’m especially proud to share a significant milestone. For the first time ever, the SAG-AFTRA New Mexico Local will participate in the Albuquerque Pride Parade. This is a meaningful step forward in showing up for our community, celebrating inclusion and affirming that our union stands for dignity, diversity, and belonging on set and beyond."

"On the organizing front, our team will be present at the Gallup Film Festival on Thursday, May 7. This continues our outreach and advocacy work across the state. Festivals like these matter, as they offer opportunities to listen and learn from diverse experiences."

"We’re also making space for connection this month in Albuquerque. There is an upcoming coffee networking event at La La’s on Sunday, April 19, at 10 a.m. This is a chance to gather, meet fellow members and strengthen the relationships that make our local so vibrant."

"Be sure to join us at any of these events by signing up here: sagaftra.org/new-mexico-local-events."

"Thank you for your continued engagement, your artistry and your commitment to one another."

In solidarity,

Talia Pura

New Mexico Local President

Classic Podcast '48 Hours' with Harold Dow 'Deadline for Justice' 2008

48 Hours (CBS).... "In 2002, television reporter Jennifer Servo was found murdered weeks after moving to Texas to start a new job at a local news station. In 1991, Patty Scoville moved to Vermont to become a ski instructor, but weeks later was found raped and murdered on a local hiking trail. Both murders went unsolved for years, but in one case, the killer was finally brought to justice." 

"48 Hours" correspondent Harold Dow reports. 

This classic episode last aired on 12/13/2008.

Podcast 'Dateline' episode 'A Window of Time'

Dateline (NBC).... "When University of Georgia law student Tara Baker is found brutally murdered in her home, suspicion falls on someone close to her. For years, her family searches for answers as the case goes cold. Decades later, renewed attention leads to an arrest and a dramatic courtroom twist." 

Blayne Alexander reports.

Friday night 'Dateline' with Josh Mankiewicz on May 8, 2026 at 9/8 p.m.

IMAX Trailer 2 'The Odyssey' in theaters July 17, 2026

Trailer 'Reckless' coming soon.!

Trailer 'Tony' coming soon.!

Trailer 'Sunny Dancer' in theaters Aug. 14, 2026

Podcast '20/20' Blood and Water 'The Husband' Episode Two

20/20 (ABC).... "When Leslie Preer's husband details the state of their marriage, police believe they've found their main suspect."

Podcast '48 Hours' episode 'The Love Bombing of Gloria Choi'

48 Hours (CBS).... "A dream romance ends in murder when a woman falls for a stranger.  Natalie Morales reports."

Podcast '20/20' True Crime Vault 'Where Monsters Hide'

20/20 (ABC).... The unexplained disappearance of an Air Force veteran spirals into a murder mystery."

 

(OAD 6/16/23)

Saturday Night 'Dateline' with Keith Morrison May 9, 2026 at 9/8 p.m.

Trailer 'Giant' coming soon.!

Trailer 'Pitfall' in theaters May 29, 2026

Trailer 'Signal One' in Theaters & on Demand June 5, 2026

Box Office News 'Michael' reaches $424 Million world wide May 3, 2026

MICHAEL from LIONS-GATE pictures (2026. This Bio-pic stars Jaafar Jackson who portrays his uncle Michael Jackson. Jaafar is the son of Jermaine Jackson. Michael's older brother.

The production budget climbed to $155 million.

Note: I saw "Michael" twice in IMAX and plan to see it again. I grew up in the 1980's and Michael Jackson is my Idol.

As of May 3, 2026. This Bio-pic has grossed $183,803,832 million at the North American box office. It reached $280,620,765 million at the Foreign box office. The world-wide box office has grabbed $423,925,832 million.

Below is the final movie trailer for "Michael" 2026.

Universal Pictures swaps movie calendar with 'The Mummy' & 'Miami Vice 85'

UNIVERSAL PICTURES (2026). The movie studio has swapped their upcoming releases with two big films. 

"The Mummy 4" reboot has been moved from May 19, 2028 and up to October 15, 2027. Branden Fraser and Rachel Weisz will reprise their original roles (1999).

I've been a big "Mummy" fan since the 1930's. I can't wait for this next one and am glad Branden and Rachel are returning to the 4th film. (I even liked the Tom Cruise "Mummy" that everyone hated). 

Universal Pictures movie poster 1999.

"Feature First" Fan made picture. The new cast with Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler. The second movie reboot will be titled, "Miami Vice-85."

Universal Pictures has moved "Miami Vice-85" from August 6, 2027 and forward to May 19, 2028.

NBC TV Series "Miami Vice" (1984-1989). The original stars are Phillip Michael Thomas and Don Johnson. The first remake film was in 2006 with Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell.

Saturday Night '48 Hours' episode 'The Love Bombing of Gloria Choi'

48 HOURS on CBS. Last night's episode was called, "The Love Bombing of Gloria Choi" (4-2-2026). Did you watch it?

Click on the logo below for 48 HOURS.

CBS.

Top Box Office 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' is Number #1 with $77 Million

TOP BOX OFFICE / WEEK-ENDING / MAY 3, 2026 / ESTIMATED

1. The Devil Wears Prada 2 - $77,000,000

2. Michael - $54,000,000

3. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - $12,100,000

4. Project Hail Mary - $8,554,000

5. Hokum - $6,412,500

6. Animal Farm - $3,400,000

7. Lee Cronin's The Mummy - $2,230,000

8. Deep Water - $2,152,273

9. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie - $1,000,000

10. The Drama - $908,305

"Michael" from Lionsgate 2026.

Podcast '20/20' episode 'The Secret in the Water'

20/20 (ABC).... "A mysterious fire, a woman found dead inside her car submerged at the bottom of a pond and a two-decade quest for justice exposes the double life of a man hiding a deadly secret."

Friday Night 'Dateline' episode 'A Window of Time'

DATELINE on NBC. Last night's episode was called, "A Window for Time" (4-1-2026). Did you watch it?

Click on the logo below for DATELINE.

NBC.

Trailer 'Billy Ellish: Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour' in theaters May 8, 2026

Trailer 'Mortal Kombat ll' in theaters May 8, 2026

International Trailer 'Silent Friend' in theaters May 8, 2026

Trailer 'Couples Weekend' in theaters May 8, 2026

Trailer 'The Sheep Detectives' in theaters May 8, 2026

Trailer 'Influenced' in theaters May 8, 2026

Trailer 'Two Pianos' in theaters May 8, 2026

Animation blurs Reality in 'Trailer ' Takeover' in theaters May 8, 2026

Trailer 'Neglected' in theaters May 8, 2026

Trailer 'The Python Hunt' in theaters May 8, 2026

Podcast '48 Hours' series 'Case By Case' with Erin Moriarty

Case By Case.... "On Wednesday April 29th, prosecutors released a brief outlining their case against singer-songwriter D4vd, who has been charged in the murder of 14 year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. On this episode of 'Case By Case' we examine the state’s timeline of events, including the allegation that D4vd stabbed Celeste and went to great lengths to cover up the crime. Plus, an update on Nick Reiner who appeared in the same court just hours before D4vd." 

“48 Hours” correspondent Erin Moriarty and Los Angeles Times crime writer Richard Winton dig into the new details on both stories.

Opeing in Movie Theaters Friday May 1, 2026 'One Spoon Of Chocolate'

Review 'Michael' I give it 5* Stars.!

MICHAEL from LIONSGATE films (2026). I grew up during the 1980's when  Michael Jackson was a superstar. I was also a modern & freestyle dancer back then. He was my "Idol." 

Below is my Audio review.... 5-out-of 5 Stars*

Action Trailer 'Badland Rising' coming soon.!

Disaster Trailer 'Ice-Pocalypse' coming soon.!

Romantic Trailer 'One Night Only' in theaters Aug. 7, 2026

Wow Trailer 'Resident Evil' in IMAX theaters Sept. 19, 2026

Podcast 'Dateline' True Crime Weekly with Lester Holt

Dateline (NBC)....

• The search for two missing University of Southern Florida doctoral students ends in murder charges. Investigators say the alleged killer asked a chat-bot how to get away with it. 
• In Southern California - Prosecutors are gearing up for the trial of Larry Millete -- the man they say killed his wife Maya after paying spell-casters to hex her. 
• In Dateline Round Up - Jake Reiner, the son of slain Hollywood director Rob Reiner speaks out about his parents' murders.
• There's a surprise plea in the 2002 killing of former RUN-DMC member Jam Master Jay. 
• Plus - A sneak peek at 'Allegedly' a new video podcast on Netflix that covers the true-crime cases you can’t stop talking about.

Saturday Night '48 Hours' on May 2, 2026

48 HOURS on CBS. The next episode is called, "The Love Bombing of Gloria Choi" that will air this Saturday at 10/9 p.m.

"A dream romance ends in murder after a woman falls for a stranger. Correspondent Natalie Morales reports."

Classic Podcast '48 Hours' episode 'Accused' with Susan Spencer 2001

48 Hours (CBS).... "Sheila Bryan was driving with her mother when she suddenly lost control of the car and veered off the road into a ditch. Sheila escaped but her mother was locked inside when the car burst into flames. Sheila was charged with her mother's murder, but did she intentionally set her car on fire or was it a tragic accident?"

"48 Hours" correspondent Susan Spencer reports. 

This classic episode last aired on 7/9/2001.

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Classic Podcast '48 Hours' episode 'The Girl Next Door'

48 Hours (CBS).... "On May 1, 2003, the body of a teenage girl was found in a trash bag behind a restaurant in California. The mystery of “Jane Doe” motivated a community, investigators and forensic scientists to find who she was and who killed her."

"48 Hours" correspondent Harold Dow reports.

Podcast '20/20' Blood and Water 'Looking for Leslie'

20/20 (ABC).... "A woman fails to show up to work. When investigators are called to her home, they find a gruesome crime scene."

Friday Night 'Dateline' on May 1, 2026 at 9/8 p.m.

Prime Original Trailer 'Off Campus' streaming May 13, 2026

Awesome Trailer 'Seven Snipers' coming soon.!

Horror Trailer 'The Remedy' coming soon.!

Trailer 'Verity' in theaters Oct. 2, 2026

Trailer 'Jackass: Best and Last' in theaters June 26, 2026

Apple TV Trailer 'Star City' streaming May 29, 2026

Podcast 'Dateline' episode 'Book of Lies'

Dateline (NBC).... "Andrea Canning reports on the case of Utah mother Kouri Richins, who wrote a children’s book about grief following her husband’s death and recently went on trial for his murder."

Podcast '48 Hours' episode 'The Killing of Theresa Fusco'

48 Hours (ABC).... "Nearly 41 years after a New York teenager is killed, an unexpected breakthrough in the case. Erin Moriarty reports."

Podcast '20/20' True Crime Vault 'Rocky Mountain Horror'

20/20 (ABC).... "A serial killer works as an FBI informant while concealing horrific crimes." 

(OAD 5/12/23)

Radio Theater from Roscoe Pond 'Albuquerque Law' 2026

ALBUQUERQUE LAW from ROSCOE POND (2026). Hello everyone.... I had an Actor Table Read of my latest written project "Albuquerque Law."

Short Synopsis: Oral arguments outside the courtroom discussing Navajo Indian court cases. Five judges and two opposing lawyers square off behind closed doors. Five cases involve native-themed issues in the state of New Mexico. 

The actor table read was excellent (4-25-2026). The performers had strong feelings about each Navajo case. We had an in-depth conversation with each short "Act."

As the Writer & director. I plan to have a Facebook Live performance coming soon. It will be part of my Radio Theater production series.

Below is a recent Postcard of "Albuquerque Law."

Albuquerque Law Postcard 2026. Roscoe Pond.

Below is the short Promotional video for "Albuquerque Law."

Top Box Office 'Micheal' Sings to Number #1 with $97 Million

TOP BOX OFFICE / WEEK-ENDING / APRIL 26, 2026 / ESTIMATED

1. Michael - $97,000,000

2. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - $21,200,000

3. Project Hail Mary - $13,208,000

4. Lee Cronin's The Mummy - $5,630,000

5. The Drama - $2,648,086

6. Hoppers - $1,900,000

7. You, Me & Tuscany - $1,500,000

8. Over Your Dead Body - $1,425,000

9. Mother Mary - $1,253,486

10. American Youngboy - $1,194,000

Scene from movie "Micheal" 2026.

Saturday Night '48 Hours' episode 'The Killing of Theresa Fusco'

48 HOURS on CBS. Last night's episode was called, "The Killing of Theresa Fusco" (4-26-2026). Did you watch it? 

Click on the logo for 48 HOURS.

CBS-Facebook. 2026.

Encore Presentation Podcast '20/20' episode 'Secrets of the Lake'

20/20 (ABC).... "As environmental crises cause a Las Vegas reservoir to recede, a trail of bodies from decades past is revealed."

Originally broadcast 5/5/23

Friday Night's 'Dateline' episode 'Book of Lies'

DATELINE on NBC. Last night's episode was called, "Book of Lies" (4-24-2026). Did you watch it?

Click on the logo below for DATELINE.

NBC.

Trailer 'One Spoon of Chocolate' in theaters May 1, 2026

Trailer ' That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea' in theaters May 1, 2026

Trailer 'Animal Farm' in theaters May 1, 2026

Trailer 'Hokum' in theaters May 1, 2026

Trailer 'The Last One for the Road' in theaters May 1, 2026

Trailer 'Our Land' in theaters May 1, 2026

Trailer 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' in theaters May 1, 2026

Trailer 'Two Pianos' in theaters May 1, 2026

Trailer 'Casa Grande' in theaters May 1, 2026

Trailer 'Omaha' in theaters May 1, 2026

Albuquerque 'Gathering of Nations' Powwow ends after 43 years

THE GATHERING OF NATIONS (Powwow) will end April 24-25, 2026. It was once considered the largest powwow in the world. It is that way no more. The reason is because of Indian Casino powwows across the United States. They have grown considerably within the last decade. More money given out to contest drummers, singers and dancers. Some casinos give out brand new trucks and cars as prizes.

The controversy surrounding the "Gathering" has always been commercialization and exploitation of modern traditions. The powwow has been around since 1983 and it brought in tons of cash for Albuquerque. "The Final Dance" is the end title for this years, "Gathering." It will be no more after April 25, 2026.

No matter what you say. The "Gathering" has always been commercialized. The organization that runs the powwow has not given the public a reason for the end game. It is very clear that it has become too expensive to run and there is no net profit. Everything costs too much. I recall when a ticket for a single person used to be 7$ dollars. That was back in 1995. That price has blown up to $25 dollars in 2026. It's just way too much for me. I haven't attended in 5 years for that very reason.

Nonetheless.... The powwow community will attend and then move onto the next one. The "Gathering" always kicks off the powwow "trail" for those who compete all spring and summer. That includes drummers, singers and dancers. Is this the end of an era? No, because powwows come and go every year. It's just that the "Gathering" has been around this long which was once the largest powwow in the U.S.

Horror Trailer 'Leviticus' in theaters June 19, 2026

International Trailer 'The Last Viking' coming soon.!

Trailer 'Saccharine' in theaters May 22, 2026

Trailer 'Driver's Ed' coming soon.!

Cool Trailer 'Carolina Caroline' in theaters June 5, 2026

Trailer 'Masters of the Universe' in theaters June 3, 2026

DC Studios Trailer 'Clayface' in theaters Oct. 23, 2026

Trailer 'Coyote vs. Acme' in theaters Aug. 28, 2026

Podcast '48 Hours' Case by Case episode 'D4vd Charged with Murder'

48 Hours (CBS).... "Following the discovery of Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s remains in a vehicle registered to D4vd last fall, what were the key developments that led to charges this week? On this episode of 'Case by Case,' we examine all of the new details coming out of the case against singer-songwriter David Anthony Burke, who professionally goes by D4vd. 

"Correspondent Natalie Morales and CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman break down what we know so far about Celeste’s death and the alleged abusive relationship she had with the singer."

Extended Trailer 'Dateline' Friday episode 'Book of Lies'

DATELINE on NBC. The next episode will air Friday night at 9/8 p.m.

An All New Podcast '20/20' series 'Blood and Water'

20/20 (ABC).... "Today, we're sharing an early look at our next podcast series from 20/20 and ABC Audio - Blood and Water."

"In 2001, Leslie Preer was found brutally murdered, her body left in the shower of her home in the wealthy suburbs of Washington, D.C.  Investigators initially set their sights on Leslie’s husband as the prime suspect — until bombshell DNA evidence revealed the presence of an 'unknown male' at the scene." 

"Episodes will air in the 20/20 podcast feed weekly on Wednesdays beginning April 29."

Saturday night '48 Hours' April 25, 2026

48 Hours (CBS).... The next episode is called, "The Killing of Theresa Fusco" that will air this Saturday at 10/9 p.m.

"Nearly 41 years after a New York teenager is killed, an unexpected breakthrough in the case. Erin Moriarty reports."

Classic Podcast '48 Hours' episode 'Witness' 2003

48 Hours (CBS).... "In 2001, Charles Forshee was charged with murdering Dillon Ferrar, a two-year old child in his care. Dillon’s four-year-old brother, Lucas, was a key witness at trial, and testified that he saw Forshee put a pillow on Dillon’s face. But the defense argued Lucas might have been responsible for his brother’s death." 

"48 Hours" correspondent Troy Roberts reports.

This classic episode last aired on 6/20/2003.

Podcast '48 Hours' Case By Case series

48 Hours (CBS)... Case By Case.

• Why are so many dream vacations turning into true crime headlines? On the premiere episode of "Case by Case," we examine the trial of Gerhardt Konig, the former anesthesiologist found guilty of attempted manslaughter after a brutal cliff-side attack on his wife Arielle in Hawaii.
• Natalie Morales and CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman break down the trial’s most stunning moments before diving into the chilling trend of headlines about vacations that turned deadly. From the ridges of Oahu to the waters of the Bahamas, we’ll follow it all - Case by Case.

Podcast 'Dateline' True Crime Weekly with Andrea Canning

DATELINE.... (NBC).

• In North Carolina, Gudrun Casper-Leinenkugel is accused of serving poison-laced wine to her guests at Thanksgiving dinner. Her daughter, Leela Livis, died the next day. 
• In Los Angeles, singer and TikTok star David Anthony Burke, also known as D4vd, was arrested and charged with the murder of a 14-year-old girl, Celeste Rivas, whose remains were found in the trunk of his car. 
• In Dateline Roundup - Alec Baldwin faces civil lawsuit over 2021 'Rust' shooting. 
• Utah mom Tracey Grist, on trial for allegedly masterminding the murder of her son-in-law, takes the stand. 
• Plus, sexual assault survivor Donna Palomba talks about her advocacy and support for others.

Opening in Movie theaters on Friday April 24, 2026 'Micheal'

MICHEAL is a bio-pic about Micheal Jackson who is portrayed by his nephew Jafar. It is receiving bad reviews - but for fans it is awesome.!

As an MJ fan. I can't see anyone playing him. I'd rather watch the documentaries like "This is it" and "Journey from Motown to Off the Wall." 

Cool Movie News 'Miami Vice-85' reboot for IMAX in 2027

MIAMI VICE from UNIVERSAL. The film reboot had rumors swirling with Tom Cruise as "James Sonny Crockett" and Micheal B. Jordan as "Ricardo Rico Tubbs." That was wishful thinking of course with Cruise because of his price tag. It would've been cool though.

The Hollywood talk has ended. Michael B. Jordan (Ricardo Rico Tubbs) and Austin Butler (James Sonny Crocket) have both signed onto the the remake of "Miami Vice" (IMAX 2027). Filming begins in 2026 from Universal pictures. Joseph Kosinski will Direct. As a fan. I can't stand it.!!!

Facebook - "Let's Talk Movies" 2025-26.

This is based on the popular NBC TV crime show, "Miami Vice" (Series Run from 1984 to 1989). Back then, it starred Don Johnson as "Crockett" and Phillip Micheal Thomas as "Tubbs." Both are undercover detectives. It was executive produced by film director Michael Mann. 

The show was set in Miami during the 1980's with more style over substance. Fast cars, beautiful women, luxury boats and colorful clothes - worn by the men. Sonny Crockett set a fashion trend with his eye popping jackets, pants and shoes. (I had a few of his jackets. Hah.!).

Michael Mann developed "Vice" into a gritty film (2006) starring Colin Farrell (Crockett) and Jamie Foxx (Tubbs). It was far removed from the stylish TV show. Miami and the illegal drug trade was the hard focus. I'm a big fan and couldn't wait to see it in movie theaters. It also starred the beautiful Asian actress Gong Li. (I was her number #1 fan back then. (I still am - I guess).

"Vice" 2006 grabbed $164 million at the world-wide box office. It was more popular in Foreign countries than in North America. It has made a resurgence over the years and has become a cult favorite. It is still one of my favorites.!

Let's see what 2027 will bring.

Below is from NBC Classics. The original TV trailer for "Miami Vice" 1984.

Below is the 2006 movie trailer for "Miami Vice."

Classic Podcast '48 Hours' episode 'Kiss of Death and the Google Exec'

48 Hours (ABC).... "In 2013, Google executive Forrest Hayes was found dead from a heroin overdose on his yacht. Detectives discovered he was with aspiring model, Alix Tichelman, that night. They also discovered this was not the first time Alix had been with somebody who died of a drug overdose." 

"48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher reports.

Podcast '20/20' Bridge of Lies 'A Bonus Conversation'

20/20 (ABC).... "In this bonus episode, host Juju Chang and 'Start Here' host Brad Mielke discuss the life and legacy of Sarah Stern. Plus, what draws Juju to certain stories, and her experience going from podcast fan to host."

Friday Night 'Dateline' with Andrea Canning April 24, 2026 at 9/8 p.m.

Trailer 'Evil Dead Burn' in theaters July 10, 2026

Trailer 'Affection' in theaters May 8, 2026

Bad 1990s Sci-Fi Trailer 'Voidance' coming soon.!

Podcast 'Dateline' episode 'Deadly Swagger'

Dateline (NBC).... "After a couple is shot in their home on Lake Tahoe, investigators work to find a masked killer seen on camera at the house. The man convicted of the crime speaks exclusively with Keith Morrison."

This segment aired last Friday night. Check it out if you missed it.

Classic Podcast '20/20' True Crime Vault 'House Of Cards'

20/20 (ABC).... "After a mother and daughter are murdered, investigators encounter a self-proclaimed vampire and taunting letters from a killer." (OAD 2/17/23).

Comedy Trailer 'Super Troopers 3' in theaters Aug. 7, 2026

Trailer 'Practical Magic 2' in theaters September 2026

Trailer 'Idiots' in theaters Aug. 28, 2026

Angry Hippo Trailer 'Hungry' coming soon.!

Last Saturday Night's '48 Hours' episode 'Jade Colvin is Missing'

Saturday Night 'Dateline' April 25, 2026 at 9/8 p.m.

Trailer 'Sick Puppy' in theater May 22, 2026

Trailer 'The Dog Stars' in theaters August 2026

Saturday Night '48 Hours' episode 'Jade Colvin is Missing'

48 HOURS on CBS. Last night's episode was called, "Jade Colvin is Missing" (4/18/2026). Did you watch it? (I did and her mother is insane. She left her own daughter with three men!! It's no wonder she went missing).

Click logo below for 48 HOURS.

CBS.

Top Box Office 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' is Number #1 with $35 Million

TOP BOX OFFICE / WEEK-ENDING / APRIL 19, 2026 / ESTIMATED

1. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - $35,000,000

2. Project Hail Mary - $20,457,000

3. Lee Cronin's the Mummy - $13,515,000

4. The Drama - $4,842,020

5. You, Me & Tuscany - $3,800,000

6. Hoppers - $2,900,000

7. Normal - $2,650,000

8. BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' in JAPAN - $1,800,000

9. Busboys - $1,650,000

10. Bhooth Bangla - $950,000

Movie Poster 2026.

Podcast '20/20' episode 'Death of a Showgirl'

20/20 (ABC).... "A Vegas dancer disappears just hours before the biggest break of her career, leaving behind a trail of mystery."

Friday Night 'Dateline' episode 'Deadly Swagger'

DATELINE on NBC. Last night's episode was called, "Deadly Swagger" (4-17-2026). Did you watch it?

Click on the logo below for DATELINE.

NBC.

Trailer 'The School Duel' in theaters April 24, 2026

Trailer 'Michael' in theaters April 24, 2026

Trailer 'Desert Warrior' in theaters April 24, 2026

Trailer 'Wasteland Cop' in theaters April 24, 2026

Trailer 'Mother Mary' in theaters April 24, 2026

Trailer 'The Seduction of Mimi' in theaters April 24, 2026

Indigenous Trailer 'NIka & Madison' in theaters April 24, 2026

International Trailer 'Mistura' in theaters April 24th, 2026

Trailer 'Over Your Dead Body' in theaters April 24, 2026

International Trailer 'Amrum' in theaters April 14, 2026

Trailer 'Omaha' in theaters April 24, 2026

Box Office Thursday Preview 'Lee Cronin's The Mummy' scares up $1.5 million

Horror fans are giving "The Mummy" an 80% rotten tomatoes score for Thursday previews. They're all asking "Where is Branden Fraser?" (Hahaha.!).

IGN preview clip below.

Introducing new '48 Hours' podcast 'Case By Case'

48 Hours (CBS).... "The cases everyone's talking about, explained as they happen. An update from the trusted 48 Hours team on the biggest criminal stories unfolding now, cutting through the noise to focus on the week’s most important developments, inside and outside the courtroom. Whether it’s a high-profile trial or a new break in a cold case, each episode helps you understand what matters, why it matters, and what may happen next. Listen to Case By Case now, wherever you get your podcasts."

Note: This is kind of like the "Dateline" weekly podcast "True Crime Weekly."

I'll take anything with crime, murder and mystery.

Opening in Movie Theaters Friday April 17, 2026 'Lee Cronin's The Mummy'

Podcast 'Dateline' True Crime Weekly with Lester Holt

Dateline (NBC)....

• In the Bahamas, Michigan man Brian Hooker says his wife Lynette fell overboard while boating with him. Police continue to investigate what happened. 
• In Utah, Tracey Grist stands trial for allegedly masterminding the murder of her son-in-law, who was shot in her home.  His widow - Tracey's daughter - is the star prosecution witness. 
• Updates in the Sean "Diddy" Combs and Lori Vallow Daybell cases. 
• Plus, tips from a retired FBI agent on what to do if you are a victim of crime overseas.

Classic Podcast '48 Hours' episode 'Don't Scream' 2019

48 Hours (CBS).... "In July 2013, Tiffany Mead called 911 claiming she had cut her throat in an attempted suicide. But when Tiffany later survived the life-threatening wound, she changed her story: her estranged husband, Kris Ertmann, had tried to kill her."

"48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.

This classic episode last aired on 6/1/2019.

Saturday Night '48 Hours' April 18, 2026

48 HOURS on CBS. The next episode is called, "Jade Colvin is Missing" that will air this Saturday at 10/9 p.m.

"Photos discovered on an old cellphone help solve the disappearance of a 14-year-old girl." Correspondent Natalie Morales reports."

Cartoon Trailer 'Tom & Jerry' coming soon.!

Horror Trailer 'Passenger' in theaters May 22, 2026

Horror Trailer 'My Best Friends Dead' on Demand & streaming May 26, 2026

Horror Western 'The Wolf and the Lamb' coming soon.!

OMFG Teaser Trailer 'Godzilla Minus Zero' in theaters Nov. 6, 2026

Classic Podcast '48 Hours' episode 'The Last Ride Home'

48 Hours (CBS) .... "When wealthy lawyer, Tex McIver, shot his wife, Diane McIver, the case was rich with intrigue. It happened on a car ride while their friend drove them home. But what led to the gunshot that killed Diane is at the heart of the case against her husband." 

"48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher reports.

Podcast '48 Hours' Blood is Thicker: The Farris Wheel 'One More Spin' Episode Six

48 Hours (CBS).... "Six years after Gary Farris's body was found, Melody finally goes on trial for his murder. A surprise witness raises new questions about a weapon. And when Melody has her day in court, she shocks everyone with an accusation. Peter Van Sant speaks with Melody Farris in an exclusive interview, pressing for the truth about what really happened to Gary."

Podcast '20/20' Bridge of Lies 'The Trial' Episode Six

20/20 says (ABC).... "Sarah Stern’s father faces Liam McAtasney, the former friend of his daughter, now on trial for her murder. The month-long trial probes what we really know, or think we know, about those closest to us."

Friday Night 'Dateline' April 17, 2026 at 9/8 p.m.

Podcast 'Dateline' episode 'The Gorge' with Andrea Canning

Dateline (NBC).... "After a California tutor vanishes on a trip to Taiwan, her family’s search for answers reveals secrets and a trail of digital evidence that contradicts everything they thought they knew. Andrea Canning reports."

Podcast '20/20' True Crime Vault 'Wave of Deceit'

2020 (ABC).... "An exclusive interview with Laura Day, nearly a decade after her first-degree capital murder conviction for her 6-year-old stepson’s death."

Saturday Night 'Dateline' with Dennis Murphy April 18, 2026 at 8/7 p.m.

Western Trailer 'Angel and the Badman' in theaters October 2026

Trailer 'Runner' in theaters Sept. 11, 2026

Trailer 'Colony' coming soon.!

Action Trailer 'The Butcher's Blade' coming soon.!

Disney+ Trailer 'The Punisher: One Last Kill' streaming May 12, 2026

Trailer 'Mutiny' in theaters Aug. 21, 2026

PALEY-FEST at Los Angeles celebrates 50th Anniversary of 'Charlie's Angels'

CHARLIE'S ANGELS on ABC (1976 to 1981). Has it been 50 years since this show was on? I have to admit that I began watching when Cheryl Ladd (Kris Monroe) joined up. She replaced Farrah Fawcett (Jill Monroe) who left the show after the first TV season. 

It was a "juggernaut" as the American culture started to change in the mid-1970's. The rise of the women's movement and social issues being tackled on television. There were only 3 major TV networks back then (ABC-CBS-NBC).

"Angels' became a hit because of three women who were not victims to men. Women came to the rescue as private detectives. Albeit beautiful women. Men tuned in for all of that "jiggle."

Paley-fest honors "Charlie's Angels" on their 50th Anniversary.

Facebook photo from Paley-fest 2026.

"Charlie's Angels" episode called, "Football Angels." 2nd TV season. Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd & Kate Jackson.

Saturday Night '48 Hours' episode 'Kimberly Langwells Hidden Grave'

48 HOURS on CBS. Last night's episode was called, "Kimberly Langwell's Hidden Grave" (4-11-2026). Did you watch it?

Click on the logo below for 48 HOURS.

CBS.

Top Box Office 'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' with $69 Million

TOP BOX OFFICE / WEEK-ENDING / APRIL 12, 2026 / ESTIMATED

1. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - $69,000,000

2. Project Hail Mary - $24,580,000

3. The Drama - $8,707,406

4. You, Me & Tuscany - $8,000,000

5. Hoppers - $4,100,000

6. BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' - $2,440,000

7. Faces of Death - $1,700,000

8. Exit 8 - $1,404,500

9. A Great Awakening - $1,271,486

10. Reminders of Him - $1,000,000

2026.