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15 Atlanta-produced TV shows and films expected to debut in 2026

Here are 15 Atlanta-produced TV shows and films expected to debut in 2026. Nicolas Cage, Regina Hall, Mark Wahlberg, Jessica Chastain and Jason Bateman are among the stars.

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Classics with a twist, premieres made for Atlanta best theater in 2025

A list of the best Atlanta theater of 2025, according to the critics of the AJC's partner publication, ArtsATL. Picks include "The Lehman Trilogy" and "Fiddler on the Roof."

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Atlanta playwright-screenwriter Topher Payne shares 11 good things

Atlantan Topher Payne, who wrote the Hallmark Channel movie "The Christmas Baby" and is starring in Dad's Garage's "Y'allmark Christmas," shares 11 good things on his mind.

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Stranger Things

Atlanta teen part of new gen ‘Stranger Things’ kids Season 5

In 2024, as the final season of “Stranger Things” was shooting in metro Atlanta, Calista Craig joined what the crew nicknamed “The Dirty Dozen.”

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Two Atlanta-launched actors return as principals in 'Hells Kitchen'

Two Atlanta-launched actors return as stars in Alicia Keys’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen’

Atlanta-launched actors JonAvery Worrell and Desmond Ellington return as stars in Alicia Keys’ "Hell’s Kitchen." The Tony-winning Broadway musical opens Tuesday at the Fox.

Series finale of ‘Stranger Things’ draws crowds to theaters

‘Stranger Things’ shoots a scene at Tara, which screens series finale

Atlanta’s Tara Theatre was one of more than 600 theaters showing “Stranger Things” on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

Food & Dining
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Atlanta’s December restaurant closings far outpace new openings to end year

The end of 2025 saw more than 20 restaurant closures around metro Atlanta.

Wild Heaven Beer

Atlanta brewery buys Eats brand, iconic restaurant moving to West End

Beloved Ponce de Leon restaurant Eats will reopen at Wild Heaven's West End brewery with the blessing of retired former owner Bob Hatcher.

January Coastal Dispatch

A celebration of Brunswick stew and more from Savannah’s dining scene

Check out these January food and restaurant happenings from Georgia’s coast, including recent restaurant openings and a forthcoming festival.

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Mayor Andre Dickens reveals Atlanta’s bold vision for 2026 World Cup

Frozen Pipes: Everything You Need to Know

How and when to protect your pipes from freezing

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Author events Dec. 12-18

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AJC HER+STORY

Turner built an empire. These women left it — and still shape Atlanta’s culture today.

Immigration Birthright Citizenship

Supreme Court wrestles with copyright case that could affect web access

Atlanta 48 Hour Film Project

Georgia lands location of prestigious Sundance television program

2025 Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia has been cancelled

Six Flags Over Georgia closes this weekend, cutting Holiday in the Park

Rice-Mock home

Escaping the frenzy of city life for an elegant, antiques-filled home

Avoid Washing Your Turkey for Thanksgiving Dinner

Why you should never wash your turkey

A Thanksgiving prayer to share
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A Thanksgiving prayer to share