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FRIDAY NOON UPDATE: Unfortunately,Rentrak is unable to download any grosses thus far today, so there will not beany estimates based on noon averages. FRIDAY 8:45 AM: This is 30% higher thanthe sequel Paranormal Activity 2 whichearned $6.3M from 1,800 locations. It sets anew franchise best of $8 million in midnight business from 2,200 U.S. locationsovernight for Paranormal Activity 3. is 30%. Internationally, Paranormal Activity 3 opened in France Wednesday and saw $521K opening gross which was +45% higher than PA2, Australia Thursday which saw $516K or +14% ahead of PA2, and almost every foreign territory todaybesides North America.Russia’s $550K opening gross was 45% higher than PA2. Paramount is lowballing the threequel to gross at least $35M in domestic box office. But PA2 made $40.6M its 2010 pre-Halloween weekend, then competitor Saw 3D debuted the following Friday. PA3 has no such rival this time around. So Hollywood is expecting a lot more money. That said, PA3 cost only $5M, making the low-budget high-grossing franchise the gift that keeps on giving, as a studio exec tells me. (PA1 did $108M/$85M foreign, while PA2 did $85M in the U.S. and $93M foreign.) Paranormal Activity 3s strong tracking is showing wannasee not just with young males but also with older moviegoers, so the bloodless thriller should break Hollywoods 3-month-long box office slump this weekend. Not since Foxs Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes ($54.8M) on August 5th has there been a big grossing domestic opener beyond $30.1M (Disneys Lion King 3D). To pump up global grosses, Paramount indulged in 20 round-the-world fan premieres in 8 countries with a contest based on the most Twitter activity. The winning cities included Melbourne, Tel Aviv, London, Sao Paulo, NY, and Hollywoods Arclight, where thousands of fans turned out for gourmet food trucks and franchise star Katie Featherston.

New 'Puss in Boots' Clip: Humpty Dumpty Has Came back Together Again Again

The 'Shrek' franchise is not any stranger to fairytale figures -- Pinocchio, the three Blind Rats as well as the Gingerhead guy make cameos inside the series. Also available might be the swashbuckling feline Puss in Boots, who, furthermore to starring inside the every 'Shrek' follow-up, will get their very own spinoff within the finish from the month. In 'Puss in Boots,' our hero will use take lower the murderous villains Jack and Jill. Joining the knowledge this time around around around will probably be Humpty Dumpty, carried out with the always amusing Zach Galifianakis. In this new clip, we view Puss in Boots (Antonio Banderas) meet Humpty Dumpty the first time inside the movie. The Two possess the signs and symptoms of a bit of the tumultuous history, however, which Puss is very quick to point. 'Puss in Boots' hits theaters October 28. Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

Disney Junior Begins Production on Animated 'Oki's Oasis' Starring Mandy Moore (Exclusive)

Disney Junior announced its plans for a new animated western for preschoolers, Oki's Oasis, during the Summer Television Critics Association earlier this year. It has now given the series a 26-episode order and started production on the program. It stars singer Mandy Moore as the voice of Oki and The Hollywood Reporter has an exclusive first look photo of her character above. PHOTOS: Disney Generation's New Rising Stars "Oki's Oasis uses the legend of the Old West to impart social skills and lessons for young kids about being a good friend and neighbor, reinforcing what parents are already teaching their children at home about forgiveness, honesty and sharing," says Disney Junior's GM and Original Programming SVP, Nancy Kanter. "The series further demonstrates Disney Junior's dedication to programming that highlights the importance of great, heartfelt storytelling as an impetus for learning and development," she adds. Oki's Oasis stars Moore as the voice of the cat Oki, the sheriff of Nice and Friendly Corners, who's charged with making sure the town upholds its reputation for being the friendliest town in the West. Scheduled to air in 2013, each episode features two 11-minute stories and two original songs. PHOTOS: Radio Disney Kicks Off 'N.B.T.' Season 4 With Free Concert The series is a production of W!LDBRAIN Entertainment, a DHX Media company, in association with Disney Junior. It was created by series executive producers Denis Morella and George Evelyn and developed for television by co-executive producer Holly Huckins (Higglytown Heroes). Disney Junior, currently Disney Channel's programming block aimed toward children aged two to seven-years-old, will add a basic cable and satellite channel in the U.S. next year. Email: Jethro.Nededog@thr.com; Twitter:@TheRealJethro RELATED: Disney Channel Slate Includes 'Zombies,' 'Super 8' Comedy Disney Channel's 'Geek Charming' Telepic Sets Premiere Date Disney Channel Renews 'Good Luck Charlie'

Natalie Morales Joins Rock Center with Brian Williams

Natalie Morales Natalie Morales is the newest addition to NBC's Rock Center with Brian Williams.The Today show news anchor joins an already impressive roster of correspondents for the weekly newsmagazine debuting on Halloween, including Harry Smith, Kate Snow, Ted Koppel, Meredith Vieira, Richard Engel, Dr. Nancy Snyderman, Matt Lauer and Ann Curry. Williams will serve as anchor and managing editor of the prime-time show.Ted Koppel to join Rock Center with Brian Williams"A familiar face at NBC News, Natalie brings a breadth of experience to Rock Center with Brian Williams," NBC News President Steve Capus says. "Not only has she been in the trenches with her award-winning reporting, she brings curiosity and compassion to the stories that she tells, and we're thrilled to have her on board with this new broadcast."Morales will continue her duties as news anchor and co-host of the Today Show's third hour, where she has been since March 2006.Check out more of today's newsThe new series, which takes the place of the recently canceled The Playboy Club, will feature in-depth stories, coverage of topical events and interviews with newsmakers.Check out a preview:Rock Center with Brian Williams premieres Monday, Oct. 31 at 10/9c on NBC.

Rock Hall highlight set to iTunes

Time Life will release "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live," a 200-track digital collection of performances from the hall's induction ceremonies, as an iTunes exclusive on Nov. 15. A three-CD package will be released to retail Nov. 1. The iTunes collection, to be issued in 10 "volumes," will cull highlights from Rock Hall inductions, dating from the inaugural concert in 1986 through 2009. Highlights include a version of "I Saw Her Standing There" by the Beatles' George Harrison and Ringo Starr, with assists from Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Mick Jagger and others; Springsteen and Bono's "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For"; an all-star rendition of "Let It Be" led by Paul McCartney; and a George Harrison salute, "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," with Prince and Traveling Wilburys cohorts Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne. Retail package will include perfs by Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck, Aerosmith, Chuck Berry, the Who, James Brown, Cream and John Fogerty. Contact the Variety newsroom at news@variety.com

U.K.'s Channel 5 nabs 'Dallas'

LONDON -- Acquisition hungry Channel 5 has nabbed exclusive U.K. rights to the remake of "Dallas," the Texan oil drama that had millions of Brits asking themselves "Who shot JR?" The original version of "Dallas" was one of the BBC's breakout hits of the Eighties. Now Channel 5, buoyed by the success of "Big Brother," hope the re-make can add to the broadcaster's improved perf under Richard Desmond, the U.K. media tycoon who bought the station last summer. The ten-part skein stars original cast members Larry Hagman, Patrick Duffy and Linda Gray, alongside Jesse Metcalfe and Brenda Strong, from "Desperate Housewives," and Josh Henderson, featured in teen sudser "90210." The producers of the revived "Dallas," which will air on TNT in the U.S., said the idea is "not a remake as much as a continuation," which "takes the next generation of Ewings and continues the battle." Channel 5, whose most popular import is the "CSI" franchise, acquired the show from Warner Bros International. It is expected to air in Blighty late next year, following the U.S. bow next summer. Jeff Ford, Channel 5's director of programs, said: "We are thrilled to be bringing the new look 'Dallas' to Channel 5. "With its alluring mix of wealth, seduction, scandal and intrigue, there is something for everyone on the Southfork Ranch, and it's a hugely exciting addition to our 2012 schedule." Jeffrey R. Schlesinger, prexy, Warner Bros. International Television, added: "The original version of 'Dallas' was iconic in the U.K., and had many millions of fans. "We are sure that this new version of 'Dallas' will satisfy those who remember the original show and attract a whole generation of new viewers." Contact the Variety newsroom at news@variety.com

Sugarland to Wrap Tour With Free Indiana Concert

Sugarland is returning to Indiana, the web site in the horrifying stage collapse that mentioned seven sufferers and hurt 40 more noisy . August, for just about any free concert.our editor recommendsSugarland Concert Stage Collapse: An Eyewitness ReportFoo Fighters' Dork Grohl, Moby round the Summer season of Stage Collapses STORY: Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles: 'Grief, Discomfort' After Indiana Condition Fair Stage Collapse The country duo Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Rose rose bush may have a free of charge concert within the Conseco Fieldhouse on March. 28th. A disagreement round the duo's website mentioned that people who held tickets for the band's disastrous August show will probably be granted admission whether or not they got refunds. Previous ticketholders will have a way to assert their tickets beginning March. 10, while any remaining seats will probably be distributed around everybody on March. 15. The show assists since the final stop round the band's 2011 Incredible Machine tour. Special site visitors for your show will probably be introduced afterwards. To learn more about the best way to request tickets, visit the band's website. STORY: Sugarland Concert Stage Collapse: Artists React to the Tragedy Winds between 60 and 70 mph knocked inside the stage framework and lighting rig before Sugarland's scheduled performance on August. 13 within the Indiana Condition Fair. An eyewitness within the concert known towards the scene for the Hollywood Reporter: "There's a just a little rain, together with a terrible noise, those came running lower the ramp... you have to saw a truss fall so the whole factor went lower and blacked the ramp out." Nettles and Rose rose bush, along with five other band people, were safely present in a "concrete bunker" beneath the ground. "You will discover no words to process one minute from the magnitude and gravity. You will discover only wants peace inside the hearts in the bereft, and about thanksgiving for people who've been in a position to escape or safe," Nettles written round the band's website. "A little in our heart remains because grandstand. May God provide peace and healing to individuals of Indiana." Related Subjects Sugarland

DJ Caruso Gathers The Goat's

And finds a youthful duo to star...Despite getting a lot of projects bubbling away on his development writers (most particularly the most recent make an effort to get legendary graphic novel series Preacher on screen), I'm # 4 director DJ Caruso has rather been digging around the rear of his larder and it has pulled out lengthy-gestating passion pic The Goat's as his next likely film, with Chandler Canterbury and Annalise Basso set to star.The film depends on Brock Cole's youthful adult novel, an account of two children at camp who're under well-liked by their peers. Whenever a prank leaves them stranded on Goat Island, they choose to avoid the sheer humiliation of returning and rather attempt a journey together, which becomes a 3-day journey of self-discovery. And, we assume, involves goat's.Caruso's been looking to get that one taking a while now, and it appears he's searching to create a small-scale indie film like a palate facial cleanser before trying another huge effects fest.Canterbury continues to be most likely most widely known for playing Nicolas Cage's boy in Knowing, though he's also popped up in Repo Males and because the youthful Peter Bishop in TV's Fringe. Basso, meanwhile, was observed in Bed time Tales and it has an periodic small role in True Bloodstream.Shooting around the new film will start this month in Georgia.

Talkback: Is Melissa McCarthy an Oscar Contender?

Melissa McCarthy sailed through her SNL hosting gig last evening on pure charm and panache, even when the skits weren’t particularly novel. Coming off her recent Emmy win for Mike & Molly, she’s formally probably the most pleasant (and many loved) dame in primetime at this time, which begs the question: Is a wave of well wishes that can result in the Oscar dais? Should we expect her title to play the very best Supporting Actress category alongside shoo-inches Octavia Spencer and Vanessa Redgrave? As our very own Mr. VanAirsdale noted within the premiere edition of the year’s Oscar index, there’s a stylish, Jacki Weaver-sized void within the Best Supporting Actress rundown: If Octavia Spencer and Vanessa Redgrave nab spots as the Descendants’s Shailene Woodley and also the Artist ‘s up-and-comer Brnice Bejo notch the 3rd and 4th steps, we fit either an Academy-friendly talent — former nominees Jesse McTeer and Judi Dench are promising — or perhaps a sprightly youthful thespian with charm in abundance, meaning Jessica Chastain’s fun, if a person-dimensional performance within the Help qualifies, along with McCarthy in Bridesmaids. The overall game-altering element, it appears, is the fact that 2011 has already been charged like a banner year for lady-brought films, making the thought of Bridesmaids kudos even more enticing to Oscar voters. Hell, The Assistance will accrue two nominations at the minimum. The damning element, though, is the fact that Bridesmaids is unquestionably an ensemble piece, and none of their stars stick out as apparent honorees. I preferred Rose Byrne and Wendi McLendon-Covey to McCarthy, personally, however the mixture of likability, talent, “ladies in comedy” good cheer, and sheer statue cred make McCarthy an ideal storm of viable characteristics. It’s simple to recognition the formerly honored. That Emmy might be because a phone card as Helen Search’s combined three Emmys were in 1997. (She won a 4th after her Oscar win.) What is your opinion? Does McCarthy are able at Eddie Murphy’s Academy awards, or will Jesse McTeer storm towards the Kodak in her own place?

'Moneyball' can't catch 'Lion King'

'Moneyball' and 'Dolphin Tale' look to have legs at the B.O. 'Dolphin Tale'While "Moneyball" begins Sony's fall charge of adult-skewing pics, a pair of family pics, Disney's "The Lion King" and WB's "Dolphin Tale," proved to be heavy hitters as well. The Brad Pitt starrer debuted Stateside over the Sept. 23-25 weekend with $19.5 million, just enough to beat Warner Bros.' modestly budgeted "Dolphin Tale" (costing in the mid-$30 million range), which landed in third place with $19.2 million.Neither new entry earned enough to top Disney's steady 3D reissue "The Lion King," which grossed $21.9 million, for a minimal soph-sesh drop of 27%. For "Moneyball," Sony used the same plan that it had for "The Social Network" last fall, when that film opened to $22 million and went on to cume $97 million domestically. The studio says "Moneyball" could also gross around four times its opening; the pic's biggest problem will arise with international auds, most of whom (except in Japan and South Korea) aren't baseball fans.In an attempt to lower the pic's overseas hurdle, Sony used a global marketing strategy that focused on Pitt, and less on baseball. The pic's early one-sheet, for instance, depicted a nearly unrecognizable Pitt standing on a baseball field, which was later changed to feature a close-up of the actor."Moneyball" will face tough competish on the adult front, which includes Sony's own George Clooney-helmed "The Ides of March" bowing Oct. 7. Contact Andrew Stewart at andrew.stewart@variety.com

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