Vibe News Today — July 23, 2026

The entertainment industry is buzzing with exciting developments, and today's headlines are no exception. The world of visual effects is expanding, with VFX studio STIM setting up a new operation in the Canary Islands, which is expected to create over 100 jobs. This move is a significant boost to the local economy and a testament to the growing demand for high-quality visual effects in film and television. Meanwhile, Disney is gearing up to release a new documentary series, 'Disney Worldbuilders,' which features interviews with industry heavyweights like James Cameron, Kevin Feige, and Jon Favreau, offering a unique glimpse into the creative process behind some of Disney's most iconic projects.

As the streaming wars continue to heat up, Apple TV is making moves to strengthen its lineup with the addition of Benicio Del Toro to the comedy series 'Protective Custody,' starring Ben Stiller. This high-profile casting news is sure to generate buzz around the show, which is already shaping up to be a must-watch. In other news, Joel Courtney is set to star in and produce the thriller 'Echo,' which marks the feature directorial debut of TikTok creator Zac Stracener. With new talent and established stars alike making waves in the industry, it's an exciting time for fans of film and television, and we can't wait to see what these projects have in store.

Today's signal:
• ‘The Wild Robot’ VFX Studio STIM Sets Canary Islands Operation, Planning to Create More Than 100 Jobs (variety.com)
• ‘Disney Worldbuilders’ Documentary by Leslie Iwerks, Featuring James Cameron, Kevin Feige and Jon Favreau, Set to Premiere on Disney+ (variety.com)
• Benicio Del Toro Joins Ben Stiller in Apple TV Comedy ‘Protective Custody’ (variety.com)
• Joel Courtney to Star in and Produce Thriller ‘Echo,’ TikTok Creator Zac Stracener’s Feature Directorial Debut (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)