Gold Derby

Gold Derby, the original awards platform in Hollywood, was established in 2000 by Tom O’Neil, a renowned expert in awards and the author of notable books like “Movie Awards,” “The Emmys,” and “The Grammys” (published by Penguin Putnam). In 2005, the site was licensed to the Los Angeles Times and became part of their new awards initiative, TheEnvelope, where Gold Derby transformed into a blog and its message boards found a new home. In November 2010, O’Neil regained ownership of Gold Derby and relaunched it as an independent site, separate from the Times. By July 2015, Gold Derby was acquired by Penske Media Corporation, which also owns Variety, Deadline, TV Line, and WWD.

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‘Étoile’ reviews: Critics praise ‘strong performances’ but ding new Prime Video series for its ‘ungainly jumping’

21 hours ago | goldderby.com | Mia McNiece

Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino’s latest dramedy, Étoile (the French word for "star"), leaps into the world of professional ballet, and critics are mixed on the results. Set in modern-day New York and Paris, the show stars Luke Kirby as New York City’s Metropolitan Ballet Theatre executive director Jack McMillan, and Charlotte Gainsbourg as Paris’ Le Ballet National interim director Geneviève Lavigne.
Everything to know about ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ in theaters July 2

21 hours ago | goldderby.com | Mia McNiece

Jurassic World Rebirth launches a bold new chapter three years after the close of the Jurassic World trilogy. Directed by Rogue One’s Gareth Edwards and written by Jurassic Park’s original screenwriter David Koepp, this next installment brings an action-packed adventure that’s part nostalgia and part terrifying dinosaurs.
‘Stranger Things: The First Shadow’ reviews: Critics praise the ‘visceral thrill ride,’ but lament its lack of ’emotional connection’

1 day ago | goldderby.com | Mia McNiece

Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the new stage prequel to the hit Emmy-winning Netflix series, has officially opened at the Marquis Theatre in New York. Directed by Stephen Daldry (The Crown, Billy Elliot) and written by Stranger Things staff writer Kate Trefry, the production is being praised for its jaw-dropping technical achievements and strong performances — though critics are split on its emotional impact.
Where to watch ‘Conclave’ online as you wait for the real conclave to begin

2 days ago | goldderby.com | Liam Mathews

Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church, died April 21 at age 88. His funeral will take place on Saturday. Within 15 to 20 days, the College of Cardinals will gather at the Sistine Chapel to start the process of the papal conclave, which will conclude with the election of a new pope. We mean no disrespect to the late Pope by noting this coincidence.
Pedro Pascal could join these 25 performers in the last 25 years who received Emmy attention after being killed off

2 days ago | goldderby.com | Marcus Dixon

Gold Derby is celebrating its 25th anniversary with our series of "25 in '25" highlighting the best, worst, and weirdest of the 2000s. Viewers of The Last of Us are still wiping away their tears after witnessing a the death of Pedro Pascal's Joel during the April 20 episode. Might all of the extra buzz from that emotional moment help Pascal win an Emmy Award? It's certainly possible. Many performers have won statuettes for their impactful swan songs, and more still have been nominated.
Francis Ford Coppola to receive the 50th AFI Life Achievement Award from George Lucas and Steven Spielberg

2 days ago | goldderby.com | Marcus Dixon

Francis Ford Coppola is about to trade in his Razzie Award for an AFI Life Achievement Award. The five-time Oscar winner has been named the 50th recipient of the American Film Institute's most prestigious honor. It couldn't come at a better time. Earlier this year, the 86-year-old filmmaker "won" the Worst Director Razzie for directing Megalopolis, his big-screen gamble that failed to connect with audiences.
2026 Oscars calendar: Key dates for awards shows, nominations announcements

2 days ago | goldderby.com | Marcus Dixon

The 2026 Oscars will be here before you know it, and Gold Derby has you covered on all of the key dates for awards shows and nominations announcements in the lead-up to the big event. ABC's broadcast of the 98th Academy Awards will take place on March 15, with comedian Conan O'Brien back as host for the second consecutive time. Important televised precursors to watch out for in the weeks before the Academy Awards are the Golden Globes on Jan. 4, Critics Choice Awards on Jan. 11, BAFTAs on Feb.
‘Succession’ creator unveils ‘Mountainhead’ trailer, Kevin Hart to host BET Awards, ‘Song Sung Blue’ release date, and more of today’s top stories

2 days ago | goldderby.com | Liam Mathews

Gold Derby's top news stories for April 22, 2025. Jesse Armstrong returns to HBO with Mountainhead trailerSuccession creator Jesse Armstrong's follow-up to his Emmy-winning hit is the HBO movie Mountainhead, which just got its first trailer. The movie is about four tech billionaire friends, played by Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Cory Michael Smith, and Ramy Youssef, who are vacationing together at a mountain retreat when global chaos breaks out.
‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ star Samira Wiley on Moira ‘ending her trauma in Gilead’

2 days ago | goldderby.com | Danielle Turchiano

WARNING: The following story contains spoilers about the fifth episode of The Handmaid's Tale's sixth and final season, "Janine."A lot of The Handmaid's Tale's sixth and final season is about coming full circle, primarily in returning key characters to Gilead in order for them to lead a revolution from inside its borders.
Kara Young could make Tony Awards history — again — with a nomination for ‘Purpose’

2 days ago | goldderby.com | David Buchanan

Last year, Broadway shining star Kara Young made Tony Awards history. Her nomination for the play Purlie Victorious was her third in as many years, as she previously received recognition for The Cost of Living and Clyde’s. Her 2024 nomination marked the first time a Black performer earned three consecutive Tony bids, and she went on to win the award.