Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Paramount+ to Premiere 'The Madison' Starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell on March 14 | First Look

MICHELLE PFEIFFER AND KURT RUSSELL STAR IN THE MADISON PREMIERING ON PARAMOUNT+ MARCH 14

STUNNING FIRST-LOOK IMAGES FOR TAYLOR SHERIDAN’S GRIPPING NEW FAMILY DRAMA REVEALED

Michelle Pfeiffer as Stacy Clyburn in season 1, episode 4 of the Paramount+ series 'The Madison'
Michelle Pfeiffer as Stacy Clyburn in season 1, episode 4 of the Paramount+ series 'The Madison' | Emerson Miller/Paramount

  • January 16, 2026 - Paramount+ today announced that Taylor Sheridan’s THE MADISON, a profound love story channeled through a deeply personal family drama about resilience and transformation, will premiere globally on Saturday, March 14th, exclusively on the service. Starring Oscar nominee Michelle Pfeiffer and Golden Globe Award nominee Kurt Russell, The Madison is produced by Paramount Television Studios, 101 Studios and Bosque Ranch Productions.
  • THE MADISON is Sheridan’s most intimate work to date, unfolding across two distinct worlds - the beautiful landscape of Montana  and the vibrant energy of Manhattan - as it examines the ties that bind families together.
  • Breathtaking first-look imagery featuring the stellar cast can be found below.
  • Introducing the Clyburns, the six-episode first season of THE MADISON is a heartfelt study of grief and human connection following a New York City family in the Madison River valley of central Montana.
  • In addition to Pfeiffer and Russell, the series stars Beau Garrett (Firefly Lane), Elle Chapman (A Man Called Otto), Patrick J. Adams (Suits), Amiah Miller (War for the Planet of the Apes), Alaina Pollack (The Surrender), Ben Schnetzer (3 Body Problem), Kevin Zegers (Power), Rebecca Spence (Lady in the Lake), Danielle Vasinova (1923) and Matthew Fox (Lost). 
  • THE MADISON is directed by Christina Alexandra Voros and executive produced by Taylor Sheridan, David C. Glasser, John Linson, Art Linson, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, Bob Yari, Christina Alexandra Voros, Michael Friedman, Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell and Keith Cox.


Kurt Russell as Preston Clyburn in ‘The Madison’
Kurt Russell as Preston Clyburn in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

Patrick J Adams as Russell McIntosh and Elle Chapman as Paige McIntosh in ‘The Madison’
Patrick J Adams as Russell McIntosh and Elle Chapman as Paige McIntosh in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

Matthew Fox as Paul Clyburn in ‘The Madison’
Matthew Fox as Paul Clyburn in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

Michelle Pfeiffer as Stacy Clyburn, left, and Beau Garett as Abigail Reese in ‘The Madison’
Michelle Pfeiffer as Stacy Clyburn, left, and Beau Garett as Abigail Reese in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

From left: Beau Garett as Abigail Reese, Alaina Pollack as Macy Reese, Amiah Miller as Bridgett Reese in ‘The Madison’
From left: Beau Garett as Abigail Reese, Alaina Pollack as Macy Reese, Amiah Miller as Bridgett Reese in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

Kevin Zegers as Cade Harris in ‘The Madison’
Kevin Zegers as Cade Harris in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

Ben Schnetzer as Van Davis in ‘The Madison’
Ben Schnetzer as Van Davis in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

Matthew Fox as Paul Clyburn, left, and Kurt Russell as Preston Clyburn in ‘The Madison’
Matthew Fox as Paul Clyburn, left, and Kurt Russell as Preston Clyburn in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

Michelle Pfeiffer as Stacy Clyburn in ‘The Madison’
Michelle Pfeiffer as Stacy Clyburn in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

From left: Beau Garrett as Abigail Reese, Ben Schnetzer as Van Davis, Danielle Vasinova as Kestrel Harris, Kevin Zegers as Cade Harris in ‘The Madison’
From left: Beau Garrett as Abigail Reese, Ben Schnetzer as Van Davis, Danielle Vasinova as Kestrel Harris, Kevin Zegers as Cade Harris in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

Alaina Pollack as Macy, left, and Michelle Pfeiffer as Stacy Clyburn in ‘The Madison’
Alaina Pollack as Macy, left, and Michelle Pfeiffer as Stacy Clyburn in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

Kurt Russell as Preston Clyburn, left, and Matthew Fox as Paul Clyburn in ‘The Madison’
Kurt Russell as Preston Clyburn, left, and Matthew Fox as Paul Clyburn in ‘The Madison’ | Emerson Miller/Paramount+

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In August 2025, David C. Glasser revealed that The Madison Season 2 was slated to begin filming in September at the new 450,000 sf production campus in Fort Worth, Texas that is backed by him, Sheridan, Paramount and Perot. The second installment has now been completed, Deadline reports. It is envisioned as a second season, with a small possibility for it running as Part 2 of Season 1, sources have said.

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Originally published: January 17, 2026.

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Monday, January 19, 2026

The Madison | Date Announcement | Teaser Trailer | Paramount+

The Madison | Date Announcement | Paramount+


Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell star in The Madison, a heartfelt exploration of human connection.

From Taylor Sheridan, executive producer of Yellowstone and Landman.

New series streaming March 14, exclusively on Paramount+. Get started at ParamountPlus.com.

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Teaser Trailer.

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'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' Arrives on Digital January 20; On Blu-ray & DVD on March 31

Prepare to venture forth from the pineapple under the sea into uncharted waters in The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants!

The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

Paramount Home Entertainment has announced their home entertainment releases for The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.

The new film, from Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies, will be available buy or rent early on Digital beginning Tuesday, January 20, 2026, and will be available to purchase on Blu-ray and DVD from Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Each release comes with over 20 minutes of bonus content. Fans can pre-order the Blu-ray on Amazon here (includes BD/DVD Combo w/Digital Copy) and the DVD on Amazon here.

Synopsis: SpongeBob and his Bikini Bottom friends set sail on their biggest adventure yet! When an attempt to prove he’s a true big guy accidentally summons the fearsome ghost pirate The Flying Dutchman, SpongeBob and Patrick are swept into a wild underworld quest. With colossal challenges ahead and a rescue crew on their trail, SpongeBob discovers that real courage shines brightest when friends face the unknown together.


Cast: Ice Spice (Isis Gaston), George Lopez, Arturo Castro, Sherry Cola, Regina Hall and Mark Hamill make up the voice cast alongside franchise stars Tom Kenny, Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass, Bill Fagerbakke, Carolyn Lawrence and Mr. Lawrence.

Based on the SpongeBob SquarePants series created by Stephen Hillenburg, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is directed by Derek Drymon from a screenplay by Pam Brady and Matt Lieberman, story by Marc Ceccarelli & Kaz and Pam Brady. Producers are Lisa Stewart, Pam Brady and Aaron Dem. Executive producers are Marc Ceccarelli, Vincent Waller, Pete Chiappetta, Anthony Tittanegro and Andrew Lary.

Bonus Content:

Hoist the sails and dive into a deeper look at The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants with bonus content packed for a brave explorer of the seas. Peek inside the recording booth with the returning crew and new cast, uncover how the Flying Dutchman was summoned with animated trickery and live-action craft, and venture into the eerie Underworld as the team shapes this spooky realm from scratch. Cap off the journey with the “Big Guy” by Ice Spice music video — one last shiny treasure for anyone adventuring beyond Bikini Bottom.

Featurettes:

  • The SpongeBob Ensemble: The Veteran Voices: Returning cast in the voiceover booths.
  • The SpongeBob Ensemble: The New Crew: New cast members in the voiceover booths.
  • The Flying Dutchman: Animated Artistry + Live Acting: The cast and crew on creating the Flying Dutchman.
  • From Bikini Bottom To The Underworld: The production designers on animating the Underworld.
  • “Big Guy” by Ice Spice: Ice Spice music video

Additional Information:

Genre: Animation, Family, Comedy, Action

US Rating: PG – Rude humor, action and some scary images

Canada Rating: General – violence

Run Time: 88 mins.

Cover Art:

'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' Blu-ray Cover Art
'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' Blu-ray Cover Art

'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' Blu-ray Cover Art [Back]
'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' Blu-ray Cover Art

'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' Blu-ray Cover Art [Front]
'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' Blu-ray Cover Art

'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' DVD Cover Art
'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' DVD Cover Art


'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' DVD Cover Art [Rear]
'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' DVD Cover Art

'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' DVD Cover Art [Front]
'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' DVD Cover Art

'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' Logo

In a new featurette clip shared with Animation Magazine, we hear from animation production designer Pablo R. Mayer, producer Aaron Dem, animation art director Travis Ruiz and director Derek Drymon how the creative crew reimagined the beloved 2D cartoon for a theatrical 3D CG adventure, with painterly touches, a fresh color palette, cinematic lighting and more. Watch the video here!

Watch the SpongeBob SquarePants Universe, including Kamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years and The Patrick Star Show on Nickelodeon and Paramount+! Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com.



Listen to The SpongeBob Musical here!

CALLING ALL GOOFY GOOBERS! (ROCK!) Are ya ready for a deep dive into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants? The SpongeBob YouTube channel is THE PLACE for all fan-favorite SpongeBob moments! Subscribe now at https://www.youtube.com/SpongeBobOfficial!


SpongeBob Big Guy Pants Okay.

Originally published: January 19, 2026.

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Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for January 19, 2026 | Nickelodeon

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for January 19, 2026 | Nickelodeon

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for January 19, 2026 | Nickelodeon

Stream the classic Rugrats series on Paramount+! Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com!

Rugrats, provided to Creators Syndicate by Nickelodeon, based off the popular animated television series has been created for children and family's to laugh and enjoy together.

Follow these comics and their take on real episodes of the show and their own spin on hilarious adventures.

Read more Rugrats comic strips!: https://www.creators.com/features/rugrats

More Nick: Paramount+ Renews 'Rugrats' For Season 3!

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Week 3, 2026 | What's On Nick | Nickelodeon Premiere Highlights

Your guide to What's New on Nickelodeon for the week of Monday, January 19 - Sunday, January 25, 2026!



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Wednesday, January 21, 2026

3:01 a.m. on Paramount+ - SpongeBob SquarePants: Season 15

5:00 p.m. - NFL Slimetime - Week 20: The end zones become the slime zone as former NFL player-turned-TV host Nate Burleson presents weekly NFL highlights like they've never been seen before. Who will be this week's NVP? (#520.)

Podcast - Ned's Declassified Podcast Survival Guide: The wait is over, Ned Heads! The gang is back and they’re bringing you the most exciting season yet! This time, it’s all on THEIR terms, and they’re taking things to a whole new level. Expect more laughs, more nostalgia, more unfiltered convos, and epic guests—dropping EVERY WEDNESDAY! (season two)

Thursday, January 22, 2026

3:01 a.m. on Paramount+ - Star Trek: Starfleet Academy: STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY introduces viewers to a young group of cadets who come together to pursue a common dream of hope and optimism. Under the watchful and demanding eyes of their instructors, they discover what it takes to become Starfleet officers as they navigate blossoming friendships, explosive rivalries, first loves and a new enemy that threatens both the Academy and the Federation itself. (#103)

3:01 a.m. on Paramount+ - NFL Slimetime: Season 5, Week 20

Friday, January 23, 2026

5:00 p.m. - The Boss Baby: Back in Business - As the Diaper Changes: The new Baby Corp CEO gives Boss Baby a big assignment; Tim's feisty grandmother moves in, turning the brothers into temporary roommates. (#2x; season two premiere.)

5:30 p.m. - The Loud House - Prom-Com/Scene Steeler: Leni is put in charge of the school's prom in 'Prom-Com', then in 'Scene Steeler', Lincoln and Clyde cast Luan as the villain in their film and have to deal with her method acting. (#9x)

6:00 p.m. - Wylde Pak - Wrong Text/Emergency Family Tribunal: When Jack finally gets a phone, his first text (a joke about Will) goes to the family group chat instead of Lily! This forces the kids to follow their dad through town without him knowing, in an attempt to delete the message before he has a chance to read it, and puts them in situations so awkward and uncomfortable that Jack will forever think twice before hitting "send" again. / The family discovers there is one more precious hallasand cookie left and agree to share it, but before they can, it suddenly goes missing. All fingers point to Halmoni, and the family calls an emergency family tribunal to prove her guilt or her innocence. Each family member has their own recounting of the day leading up to the theft, and each story is wildly different. (#202)

Additional Programming Notes:


Too cold to play outside? It's PAW Patrol to the rescue! All month long, it's Every PAW Patrol Ever on Nickelodeon! That's over 200 adventures, more than 500 pup treats, and a whole lot of Chickaletta! Catch Every PAW Patrol Episode Ever, all this January on Nickelodeon!

Promos & Continuity: