Oscar nominations, new movie releases, streaming recommendations for action and sports documentaries, and a documentary on Disneyland's creation are among the film industry's highlights this week, emphasizing both critical acclaim and viewer choices.

• 2026 Oscar Nominees: Surprises and Snubs — New York Times Arts -
• Five Action Movies to Stream Now — New York Times Arts -
• 7 Sports Documentaries to Stream Now — New York Times Arts -

• Documentary Oscar Nominees Resist Authority in Different Ways — New York Times Arts -
• 6 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week — New York Times Arts -
• ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Review: Making the Happiest Place on Earth — New York Times Arts -

Readers can explore new editor-loved books, a review of 'The Typewriter and the Guillotine', Chuck Klosterman's insights on football, and historical fiction along with a deeper look into Ernest Hemingway's personal life, providing diverse literary interests.

• Books Our Editors Love This Week — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘The Typewriter and the Guillotine,’ by Mark Braude — New York Times Books -
• Days Before His Suicide, Hemingway’s Hopeful Note to Sister Immaculata — New York Times Arts -

• Chuck Klosterman Has a Lot to Say About Football — New York Times Books -
• Days Before His Suicide, Hemingway’s Hopeful Note to Sister Immaculata — New York Times Arts -
• Picture Books About Snow That Will Melt Your Heart — New York Times Books -
• Immersive Historical Fiction Full of Rule Breakers and Rebels — New York Times Arts -

Mel Brooks' documentary, Luke Thompson's role in 'Bridgerton', Seth Meyers' political commentary, and news of Prue Leith leaving 'The Great British Baking Show' showcase the dynamic world of television series, reality shows, and late-night entertainment.

• 5 Takeaways From the HBO Documentary ‘Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!’ — New York Times Arts -
• Luke Thompson Finally Takes the ‘Bridgerton’ Spotlight — New York Times Arts -
• Seth Meyers Says Trump’s Deals Are as Strong as a Pinkie Swear — New York Times Arts -

• Prue Leith Says She Is Leaving ‘The Great British Baking Show’ — New York Times Arts -
• ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Episode 3 Recap: Expect the Unexpected — New York Times Arts -

From Candi Staton's Grammy nomination and Harry Styles' extensive Madison Square Garden residency to a New York Philharmonic review and The Cliburn's new conductors competition, the music scene is buzzing with both popular and classical events.

• Candi Staton Is a Survivor. At 85, She’s Also a Grammy Nominee. — New York Times Arts -
• Review: Thomas Adès and America at the New York Philharmonic — New York Times Arts -
• Harry Styles Books 30 Dates for Madison Square Garden Residency — New York Times Arts -

• The Cliburn, Known for Piano Competitions, Will Hold One for Conductors — New York Times Arts -

Headlines highlight President Trump's cultural war fronts, a controversy surrounding the Venice Biennale with an artist suing over a snub, and changes to a fine arts panel that align with the President's White House expansion plans, reflecting the intersection of politics and art.

• South African Artist Sues Over Venice Biennale Snub — New York Times Arts -
• Five Fronts in Trump’s Culture War — New York Times Arts -
• Fine Arts Panel, Remade by Trump, Indicates Support for His Ballroom Plan — New York Times Arts -

The cultural world mourns the passing of John H. Beyer, a respected architect known for historic preservation, and James Bernard, a founding editor of The Source magazine and a pivotal voice in hip-hop, acknowledging their significant contributions.

• John H. Beyer, 92, Dies; Architect Championed Historic Preservation — New York Times Arts -
• James Bernard, a Founding Editor of a Hip-Hop ‘Bible,’ Dies at 58 — New York Times Arts -

The stage features a stunning theater spectacle using 4 miles of silk and announces upcoming Broadway show closings, including popular musicals like **'Mamma Mia!' and 'Hell's Kitchen'**, signaling both innovative productions and the end of runs.

• Turning 4 Miles of Silk Into a Stunning Theater Spectacle — New York Times Arts -
• Broadway Shows Closing Soon: ‘Mamma Mia!,’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ and More — New York Times Arts -

Darren Walker's move to Hollywood as president and CEO of Anonymous Content marks a notable development in the business side of entertainment, indicating strategic leadership shifts within the industry.

• For His Next Act, Darren Walker Is Heading to Hollywood — New York Times Arts -