Entertainment Weekly

Entertainment Weekly, often called EW, is an American digital-only magazine based in New York City. Published by People Inc., it covers film, television, music, Broadway theatre, books, and pop culture. The print edition launched on February 16, 1990, and ran until 2022, when it shifted entirely online. Unlike celebrity-focused outlets like Us Weekly or People, EW zeroes in on entertainment media news and critical reviews. It also differs from trade publications such as Variety and The Hollywood Reporter, which cater to industry insiders; EW speaks to a broader general audience. Over its three-decade run, the magazine became known for its sharp, witty writing and its signature grading system for reviews. Its annual fall TV preview issue and the "Must List" feature were cultural touchstones for fans. Even as a digital-only entity, EW continues to deliver breaking news, interviews, and analysis on the biggest movies, shows, and albums.

Jeff Jarvis, a former TV critic, founded EW and served as its first editor. He envisioned a magazine that could be a single-source guide for the pop culture obsessed. The early years were shaped by managing editors like James W. Seymore Jr., who established the magazine's voice, and Mark Harris, who pushed for more critical edge. Jess Cagle, who ran the magazine from 2009 to 2015, also helped launch People TV. Under Henry Goldblatt, the brand navigated the shift to digital before print ended in 2022. Today, EW operates under the Dotdash Meredith umbrella, which IAC acquired for $2.7 billion in 2021. The editorial lead is JD Heyman, who also oversees People.com, reflecting the tight integration between the two brands.[edit]