Speaking News Today — October 13, 2026
‘Bloodsuckers’ Team Reunites on ‘Body in the Closet’ on Warner Bros. Title With Comedian Axel Åhman Eyed for the Lead Role (EXCLUSIVE) and more — today's speaking signal.
The entertainment industry is buzzing with exciting developments today. In the world of television, it's been announced that the team behind 'Bloodsuckers' is reuniting for a new project titled 'Body in the Closet', a Warner Bros. production that has already attracted a lead role offer for comedian Axel Åhman. This news will likely thrill fans of the original series, and Åhman's involvement suggests a fresh take on the familiar concept.
Meanwhile, veteran actress Jessica Lange has shared a behind-the-scenes anecdote from her time on 'American Horror Story', revealing that FX's budget constraints sometimes led to cast members having to drive themselves home from set. On a more positive note, South Africa's film industry appears to be thriving once again, with rebate initiatives helping to lure productions back to the country. And in a move that could shake up the US television landscape, Banijay is reportedly looking to expand into scripted programming in the US, signaling a new era of opportunity for the global media company.
Today's signal:
• ‘Bloodsuckers’ Team Reunites on ‘Body in the Closet’ on Warner Bros. Title With Comedian Axel Åhman Eyed for the Lead Role (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Jessica Lange Says FX Was ‘Too F—ing Cheap’ to Pay for Cars Home From ‘American Horror Story’ Set, So ‘We Had to Drive Ourselves’ (variety.com)
• How South Africa Rescued Its Rebate and Pulled the Industry Back From the Brink: We’re ‘Back in Business’ (variety.com)
• Banijay Eyes Expansion Into U.S. Scripted Space: ‘The U.S. Is a New Opportunity’ (variety.com)