5 Entertainment Stories From October 5–6: Emmys Move to Prime Video, Chastain Goes Country

The Emmys are moving to Prime Video

Emmys move to Prime Video after years on broadcast TV, a notable shift for one of television’s biggest awards shows. The announcement puts the ceremony on a streaming service and raises fresh questions about how audiences will watch the next show.^[1]

Jessica Chastain trades drama for a country-star role

A new Heartland trailer puts Jessica Chastain in the role of a gun-wielding country music star. The unexpected pairing of a music-world setting and Chastain’s screen persona gives the film a striking first impression.^[1]

Zach Bryan breaks a Gillette Stadium attendance record

Zach Bryan’s Gillette Stadium record is the headline from his second consecutive night at the Massachusetts venue. He also wore a “Free Palestine” shirt onstage, making the performance a talking point beyond the crowd milestone.^[2]

Lego reveals the cast for its first live-action musical film

Lego has unveiled the cast of its first live-action Heartlake City musical film, including Jada Langley and Gino Ochello. The project takes the toy company’s familiar fictional setting into a new format: a live-action feature built around music.^[3]

The Rolling Stones release a video starring Alexander Skarsgård

The Rolling Stones’ new video for “Mr Charm” features actor Alexander Skarsgård. The casting gives the latest release a fresh screen presence, blending a major rock act’s new music with a recognizable film and TV star.^[4]