Sophie Nyweide, a young actor known for roles in movies like Noah and An Invisible Sign, passed away at 24. Her family revealed in an online obituary that her death was attributed to self-medication as a way to cope with trauma and shame. Despite efforts from loved ones, she rejected help, ultimately leading to her tragic demise. (Variety)
Enola Holmes 3 has begun production in the U.K. with Millie Bobby Brown, Louis Partridge, Henry Cavill, Helena Boham-Carter, Himesh Patel, and Sharon Duncan-Brewster returning. The new installment follows Enola Holmes to Malta for a new, complex case. The previous films have been hugely successful for Netflix. (Variety)
Netflix’s hit Heartstopper series will conclude with a feature film based on Alice Oseman’s upcoming volume six. Kit Connor and Joe Locke will both reprise their roles as Nick and Charlie, with Oseman writing the script and Wash Westmoreland directing. The movie will explore the challenges of a long-distance relationship. (Variety)
Fox has greenlit The Snake, a reality competition series hosted by Jim Jefferies. Created by SallyAnn Salsano, the show follows 15 contestants navigating challenges to become the weekly “snake” who decides eliminations. Contestants can manipulate, befriend, or form connections to win $100,000. The series premieres this summer. (Deadline)
The Disney+ pilot Holes, based on Louis Sachar’s book, features a cast including Greg Kinnear, Aidy Bryant, and Shay Rudolph. The story follows teenager Hayley (Rudolph) at a detention camp led by the Warden (Kinnear) to dig holes for a mysterious reason. The show brings Sachar’s 1998 novel to life on screen with a fresh cast. (Deadline)