Jun 3, 2021 · The studio’s fifth lion was Tanner (from 1934-1956). He was the first MGM lion to appear in full three-strip technicolor. For a total of 22 years, Tanner was MGM’s third longest-lived lion to be used. He was also said to be the angriest lion and had the most frightening roar. The sixth lion was George (from 1956-1957).

Mar 9, 2021 · MGM unveiled a new logo representing the studio, still the classic lion, of course, but modernized with more advanced graphics. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, more commonly known as MGM, is among the most well-known and storied movie studios in existence.

MGM announced that the third installment in the “Creed” franchise will be directed by its star Michael B. Jordan. The film began pre-production in... Josh Carone 03/11/2021

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May 18, 2021 · Amazon is deep into negotiations with MGM to buy the movie studio, adding 4,000 films and 17,000 hours of TV shows to Prime Video. Last December, Metaflix reported that iconic film studio MGM was probing the market, looking to put itself up for sale.

Aug 16, 2021 · Johnny Depp has come from the shadows of his ongoing legal battles for a single interview. While it may not have been much, he did manage to make some pretty bold claims and accusations towards the film industry at large as well as MGM, specifically. In interview with the Sunday Times, Depp stated that he […]

Nov 11, 2021 · “Roadhouse,” the film that if it weren’t for “Family Guy,” would have been relegated to ’80s nostalgia and not much else. Or, at least that was until now. MGM has been looking for a director and actor to helm their remake of the ’80s cult classic. They seem to be in talks with “Edge of […]

Mar 11, 2021 · MGM announced that the third installment in the “Creed” franchise will be directed by its star Michael B. Jordan. The film began pre-production in February 2020, but was halted due to the global pandemic. However, production will resume this summer and hopefully meet the 2022 Thanksgiving release date promised by MGM.

May 18, 2021 · HBO’s own Shakespearean drama “Succession” is starting to look more and more like a documentary. Hollywood is shedding its dead weight and beginning the walk to total consolidation. This week has had its share of speculation as Hollywood giants seek to merge and acquire, from WarnerMedia and Discovery to Amazon and MGM.

May 26, 2021 · It’s official: following widespread reporting, Amazon has agreed to buy stalwart movie studio MGM for a whopping $8.45 billion. Hints that MGM was looking to put itself on the auction block–with Amazon kicking the tires on the opportunity–first emerged in late December with a deal valuation of roughly $5.5 billion.