Soho News Today — August 19, 2026

The entertainment industry is buzzing with exciting news, and we're kicking off the day with a rundown of the latest developments. In the world of television, several notable projects are making waves. Marcus Anthony Thomas, an alum of the 'House of the Dragon' directing mentorship program, has set the cast for his upcoming British psychological thriller 'Cast Me!', adding to the growing list of talented individuals making a name for themselves in the industry. Meanwhile, actress Dale Dickey is celebrating her first Emmy nomination for her role in 'Widow's Bay', and she's sharing her thoughts on the experience, including a memorable monologue that left her speechless.

The casting news continues with Kevin Hart and Henry Cavill's Netflix spy comedy, which has just added Jason Isaacs, Justine Lupe, and Aja Naomi King to its star-studded lineup. This new talent infusion is sure to bring even more excitement to the project. On a different note, a recent study has revealed that Australia's screen and games sector is thriving, with 'Bluey' leading the charge as the industry hits a whopping $7.9 billion. With these updates, it's clear that the world of entertainment is full of fresh opportunities, new talent, and impressive achievements – and we're here to bring you all the latest news and insights from the Soho Newsroom.

Today's signal:
• ‘House of the Dragon’ Directing Mentorship Alum Marcus Anthony Thomas Sets Cast for British Psychological Thriller ‘Cast Me!’ (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Dale Dickey on Her First Emmy Nomination for ‘Widow’s Bay’ and the Monologue That Made Her Say, ‘What the F—‘ (variety.com)
• Kevin Hart and Henry Cavill’s Netflix Spy Comedy Adds Jason Isaacs, Justine Lupe and Aja Naomi King (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• ‘Bluey’ Leads as Australia’s Screen and Games Sector Hits $7.9 Billion, Study Finds (variety.com)