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Universal's $50M Debut Sparks Sequel; Netflix Rolls Out Oscar-Nominated Thriller

5/25/2026

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Universal released a film in the United States in January that earned over $50 million, prompting a sequel and serving as Lawrence Lamont’s directorial debut written by Syreeta Singleton.
Netflix added thriller “Bugonia,” starring Jesse Plemons and Emma Stone, which earned Oscar nominations including Best Picture and Best Actress.
Netflix streamed comedy “One of Them Days” (Keke Palmer, SZA) and documentary “Marty, Life Is Short” profiling Martin Short with Steve Martin.

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Story summary

Universal released a film in the United States in January that earned over $50 million, prompting a sequel and serving as Lawrence Lamont’s directorial debut written by Syreeta Singleton.
Netflix added thriller “Bugonia,” starring Jesse Plemons and Emma Stone, which earned Oscar nominations including Best Picture and Best Actress.
Netflix streamed comedy “One of Them Days” (Keke Palmer, SZA) and documentary “Marty, Life Is Short” profiling Martin Short with Steve Martin.