James L. Brooks knows we still want smart comedies for grown-ups

Inside: The rise and fall of Dr.‍ Phil's network; revisiting "Joey"; Camp Flog Gnaw recap; RIP Jimmy Cliff and Udo Kier.‍  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­   ADVERTISEMENT November 25, 2025 | View in browser Entertainment Smart comedies for grown-ups? With politics? James L. Brooks knows we still want them The three-time Oscar winner behind "Terms of Endearment" and "Broadcast News" is back with his first film in 15 years, the richly warm character study "Ella McCay." Read More ADVERTISEMENT Dr. Phil was America's best-known celebrity therapist. How did his media network crash? The unraveling of Dr. Phil's media venture was a blow to the celebrity therapist who built a reputation as one of the most trusted voices on television. But his fortunes faded amid a dying market for syndicated TV and clashes with a distributor and partner. Read More 'Joey,' Matt LeBlanc's 'Friends' spinoff, reminds us you can't judge a show by its ratings The previously unseen final eight episodes of the NBC sitcom are now available on YouTube 19 years after the show was canceled, bringing closure to a pleasing series. Read More ADVERTISEMENT With women's rights under fire, the musical 'Suffs' is right on time Shaina Taub's "Suffs," which won Tony Awards for best book and score, has its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. Read More Jimmy Cliff, reggae legend and actor known for 'The Harder They Come,' dies at 81 Jimmy Cliff, Jamaican reggae legend and star of "The Harder They Come," is dead at 81, his family said. Read More Keep up with California Your support helps us deliver the news that matters most. Subscribe to the Los Angeles Times. Subscribe Now Udo Kier, German star of 'My Own Private Idaho' and Lars von Trier collaborator, dies at 81 Udo Kier, the versatile German actor known for films including "My Own Private Idaho," "Blade" and "Bacurau," died over the weekend, his partner announced. He was 81. Read More The best moments from Camp Flog Gnaw 2025 Tyler, the Creator headlined and expressed gratitude for the festival's 11-year journey, delivering an emotional set despite this year's postponement. Read More Why merch is one of Camp Flog Gnaw's biggest draws For some Camp Flog Gnaw fans, the merch, like Tyler the Creator's clothing lines Golf Wang and Le Fleur, are a big draw. Read More 'Everybody Loves Raymond' is more than just a saying, 30 years on The cast and creator of the hit CBS series gathered for the taping of a 30th anniversary reunion special, where they shared clips, remembrances and outtakes from the beloved family sitcom. Read More How 'Wicked: For Good' remixes 5 iconic moments from 'The Wizard of Oz' We speak to the team behind "Wicked: For Good" to break down how the film plays with the familiar iconography of "The Wizard of Oz" to tell a new story. Read More ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading Entertainment Digest from the Los Angeles Times Sign up for more L.A. Times newsletters. Sign Up You received this email because you opted to receive email communications from L.A. Times. Unsubscribe | Manage marketing email preferences | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Do Not Sell My Personal Information | CA Notice of Collection Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. Place an ad or classified. Copyright © 2025, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, CA 9‌0245 1-800-LA-TIMES latimes.com