'Lion King,' 'Moneyball,' 'Dolphin Tale' Eye Close Box-Office Race; CBS Films Chief Exits; New 'Mortal Kombat' Film in the Works; 'X-Files' Creator Plots TV Return; Fall TV Premiere Week Winners and Losers

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TOP STORIES Box Office Preview: 'Lion King,' 'Moneyball,' 'Dolphin Tale' in Close Race New entries "50/50," "What's Your Number," "Dream House" and "Courageous" may get dwarfed. CBS Films Chief Amy Baer Exits Post At the end of October, the exec will transition into a producing role at the company. 'Mortal Kombat' Video Game Headed Back to the Big Screen New Line has hired Kevin Tancharoen to direct a new adaptation of the classic fighting game. 'X-Files' Creator Chris Carter Plots Return to TV With Police Thriller Media Rights Capital is producing the female-lead "Unique," which has a supernatural element. Fall TV Premiere Week: The Winners and Losers The season's new comedies like Fox’s “New Girl” come out ahead, while drama and reality franchises have their work cut out for them. HBO Marketing Exec Courteney Monroe to Step Down Monroe spearheaded campaigns for "Game of Thrones" and "The Sopranos" and oversaw the launch of the HBO GO App. MOVIES Who Got Paid What for the 'American Pie' Reunion Jason Biggs and Seann William Scott commanded robust salaries while Mena Suvari, Tara Reid and others received millions less from Universal. EXCLUSIVE: Malin Akerman Joins Tyler Labine in 'Cottage Country' The Canadian dark comedy is directed by Peter Wellington and will shoot in Toronto and Muskoka, Ontario through October 27. New Movie Reviews: '50/50,' 'What's Your Number?' 'Take Shelter,' 'Sarah Palin - You Betcha!' Hitting Theaters What do THR’s critics have to say about the new films opening Friday? Ben Affleck's 'Argo' Set to Open Sept. 14, 2012 Affleck is directing and stars in the Warner Bros. film opposite Alan Arkin, Byran Cranston and John Goodman.. VIDEO: Michael Shannon on 'Take Shelter': A Movie of His Own About Fears of His Own After scoring a best supporting actor Oscar nod three years ago, the great character actor now has a shot at breaking into the best actor category. TV 'Fringe' Producers, 'Shield' Scribe Sell Western to Fox John Hlavin, Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci will team for the drama project revolving around the life and battles of Wyatt Earp. EXCLUSIVE Q&A: Fox's Kevin Reilly on 'X Factor' Ratings, 'Terra Nova' and the Future of 'Glee' The veteran broadcast and cable executive also talks to THR about the future of "The Simpsons," his goals for this development season and the challenge that comes with being No. 1. TV REVIEW: 'American Horror Story' Dylan McDermott and Connie Britton star as a couple who move into a haunted house in FX's horror series. ABC Buys Jailhouse Lawyer Drama 'Turner Loose' "Law & Order's" Barry Schindel will write and executive produce the hour-long project from ABC Studios. NBC Extends 'Parenthood' Order The network has picked up two more episodes for the current season.

THE BUSINESS Imax Caught in RealD Downdraft After Controversial Sony Decision After the studio announced it would stop paying for 3D glasses, both companies have seen their shares slide. Q&A: Why Podcasts Are Comedy's Second Coming: Adam Carolla, Marc Maron and Greg Proops Weigh In While still in its infancy, the medium has brought new life to comics from stand-up and radio. But will profits follow? Netflix Used Once a Month by One-Third of All Americans Ages 13-54 New study reveals how much the service is used at home as the company's stock takes a bruising. EXCLUSIVE: 'English Patient' Producer Saul Zaentz Sues Disney, Miramax for $20M The suit alleges a years-long scheme among Miramax, then run by Harvey Weinstein, and its former owner Disney to hide revenue, improperly allocate and deduct expenses and fees and engage in self-dealing with respect to the film. Judge Refuses to Sack Potential Billion-Dollar 'Madden NFL' Game Lawsuit The game's creator beats back an initial attempt by Electronic Arts to dismiss the lawsuit at the preliminary stage.

STYLE 'The Dark Knight Rises': Anne Hathaway's Catwoman Wears Louis Vuitton The actress was spotted on the set of Christopher Nolan's film with a travel bag by the luxury label. The Eat Sheet: Where to Dine in San Sebastian, Spain Right Now Vibrant creativity, sophisticated diners -- and the just-concluded film festival's culinary sidebar -- combine to make San Sebastian a foodie destination. Elisabetta Canalis: From Free $20,000 Couture Dresses to Buying $39 Garments Off the Rack The booted "Dancing With the Stars" contestant enjoyed lots of privileges while dating ex-boyfriend George Clooney.

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