Netflix Greenlights Dealies: A Surreal New Workplace Comedy from Green Street Pictures
By Industry Desk June 4, 2026 In a move that further cements the animation industry’s shift toward idiosyncratic, creator-driven adult comedy, Netflix has officially ordered Dealies to series. The project,…
The "What If" of 1980s Cinema: How Innerspace Almost Became a Schwarzenegger-Fox Buddy Comedy
The 1980s represent a distinct era in Hollywood history, characterized by high-concept premises, aggressive marketing, and a relentless pursuit of the "buddy comedy" formula. While modern cinema often relies on…
From Fiction to Flour: How a Japanese Bakery is Turning Romantic Comedy Tropes into Edible Art
For the global culinary enthusiast, the mention of "Japanese cuisine" often conjures images of precision-sliced sashimi, steaming bowls of tonkotsu ramen, or the humble, ubiquitous rice ball (onigiri). However, beneath…
Beloved Sci-Fi Comedy "Me and the Alien Mumu" Concludes Seven-Year Journey, Leaving a Legacy of Laughter and Learning
Tokyo, Japan – June 15, 2026 – The final chapter of Hiroki Miyashita’s acclaimed science fiction comedy manga, Uchuujin MuuMuu (translated as Me and the Alien Mumu), has graced the…
Jackbox Games Unveils "My Arms Are Longer Now": A Chaotic Blend of Puzzling Mischief and Absurdist Comedy
Melbourne-based studio Toot Games is set to deliver a unique brand of mayhem with their upcoming title, "My Arms Are Longer Now," published by Jackbox Games. The game, slated for…
From Fiction to Flour: How Japan’s Pompadour Bakery is Bringing Romantic Comedy Tropes to Life
For the global observer, the landscape of Japanese cuisine is often painted with broad strokes: the precision of sushi, the comforting depth of ramen, the street-side allure of takoyaki, or…
Ben Stiller and Mike Judge Team Up for Apple TV+ Comedy Protective Custody
In a major development for the television landscape, Emmy and DGA Award-winning actor and director Ben Stiller is set to headline and executive produce Protective Custody, a high-concept comedy currently…
Vietnamese Comedy Smash ‘Blood Moon Rite 8’ Set for Major North American Theatrical Expansion
EXCLUSIVE: In a significant move for Southeast Asian cinema’s footprint in the West, Vietnam-based sales powerhouse Skyline Media and New Jersey-based distributor Eastern Edge Films have announced a strategic collaboration…
Elden Ring Comedy Manga "Distant Tales Between" Resumes After Three-Month Hiatus
Tokyo, Japan – Fans of the critically acclaimed video game Elden Ring can rejoice as the lighthearted comedy manga series, Elden Ring: Distant Tales Between (also known as Elden Ring:…
"Game Changer" Redefines Comedy, Chaos, and Sincerity as Season 8 Looms
By Austin Manchester Published May 17, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT Main Facts: Dropout’s Flagship Prepares for Its Grandest Season Yet Dropout.tv’s flagship improvisational comedy game show, Game Changer, is poised…
















