‘Emily in Paris’ Arrives in L.A., ‘Alien’ Returns With ‘Romulus’ and This Week’s Best Events

Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Emily in Paris, Alien: Romulus, Bad Monkey and The Union.

D23

Disney held its signature D23 fan event in Anaheim over the weekend, showcasing its upcoming TV and film projects and theme park updates, as well as honoring 14 Disney Legends, including Harrison Ford, Jamie Lee Curtis, Miley Cyrus, Angela Bassett and James Cameron.

Alien: Romulus premiere

Director Fede Álvarez and producer Ridley Scott joined cast members Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn and Aileen Wu at the L.A. premiere of the latest Alien film on Monday.

The Union premiere

Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry walked the carpet at the L.A. premiere of their new Netflix flick on Monday, alongside director Julian Farino and Mike Colter, Jackie Earle Haley and Jessica De Gouw.

Bad Monkey premiere

Vince Vaughn, Michelle Monaghan, Meredith Hagner, Rob Delaney, Natalie Martinez and Zach Braff celebrated their new Apple TV+ series alongside creator Bill Lawrence in L.A. on Monday.

Jackpot! premiere

Paul Feig debuted his new action comedy, starring John Cena, Awkwafina and Simu Liu, in L.A. on Tuesday, with the group arriving via double-decker bus on Hollywood Boulevard.

Emily in Paris premiere

Lily Collins, Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Lucien Laviscount, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, William Abadie, Arnaud Binard and Paul Forman joined creator Darren Star at the L.A. premiere of the Netflix show’s fourth season on Wednesday.

Abbott Elementary FYC

The Abbott Elementary cast and creatives took part in a FYC conversation on the Paramount lot on Aug. 9.

My Penguin Friend premiere

Roadside Attractions celebrated the premiere screening of upcoming film My Penguin Friend at the Egyptian Theatre on Saturday, with director David Schurmann, film subject João Pereira de Souza and Jean Reno, who plays him.

AFI Conservatory honorary degree

Jamie Lee Curtis was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts at the American Film Institute’s commencement ceremony on Saturday, presented by her Halloween director John Carpenter.

Cinespia True Romance screening

Cinespia hosted a screening of True Romance at Hollywood Forever Cemetery on Saturday, with guests including Riley Keough and Amelia Dimoldenberg.

Ryan’s World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure premiere

Ryan Kaji of hit YouTube channel “Ryan’s World” joined his family at the L.A. premiere of their upcoming film on Saturday at the California Science Center.

Louis Stancil Acting Studios Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

On Saturday, Louis Stancil Acting Studios hosted a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of its New York City Studio at the Actors Equity Building in the heart of Times Square.

HBO and Max FYC celebration

HBO and Max held a day filled with conversations and behind-the-scenes moments in celebration of their Emmy-nominated shows on Sunday, with talent including Jodie Foster, Jean Smart, Carrie Coon, Christine Baranski, Kali Reis, Hannah Einbinder and Kaitlin Olson.

Avalon TV premiere

World of Wonder toasted season two of Avalon TV in West Hollywood on Monday, with stars Symone, Gigi Goode, Marko Monroe, Hunter Crenshaw, Grant Vanderbilt, Caleb and Rylie.

RuPaul’s Drag Race roller rink event

RuPaul’s Drag Race celebrated its 10 Emmy nominations with a roller skating event at E.P. & L.P. on Tuesday, with RuPaul serving as DJ.

The Good Half premiere

Nick Jonas, with support from wife Priyanka Chopra, joined co-stars Brittany Snow, David Arquette, Alexandra Shipp, Matt Walsh and Elisabeth Shue at the L.A. premiere of their new film on Tuesday.

Skincare special screening

IFC Films held a New York special screening of Skincare on Tuesday with star Elizabeth Banks and director Austin Peters.

CAA x LAUSD

CAA co-chairman Richard Lovett joined LAUSD superintendent Alberto Carvalho to welcome students on the first day back to Venice High School. Lovett, a former volunteer teacher, urged local companies to join School Day 2024, a city-wide call to action for industry partners to adopt a LAUSD partner school for a day of service, mentorship and/or provide essential financial resources, kicking off on Sept. 14.

“Inside The West Wing” 25th anniversary event

Some of The West Wing cast joined WBD’s Robert Gibbs, who served as White House press secretary for the Obama administration, for a 25th anniversary event on the Warner Bros. lot, in support of Melissa Fitzgerald and Mary McCormack’s book What’s Next – A Backstage Pass to The West Wing – Its Cast and Crew and Its Enduring Legacy of Service.

Place of Bones special screening

Heather Graham attended a special screening of her new movie at Landmark Theatres Sunset on Tuesday.

Rhett & Link’s Wonderhole premiere

Creators Rhett & Link debuted their new TV series at the Academy Museum on Wednesday, with support from Jason Segel.

The Killer premiere

Omar Sy and Nathalie Emmanuel walked the carpet of their Peacock original The Killer in Los Angeles on Wednesday.

Between the Temples screening

Carol Kane, Robert Smigel, Madeline Weinstein, Matthew Shear, Jacob Morrell and director Nathan Silver attended a special New York screening of their Sony Pictures Classics film on Wednesday.

Intuit Dome grand opening

Intuit Dome, the new home of the L.A. Clippers, officially opened its doors on Thursday with a ribbon cutting and an opening night performance by Bruno Mars. Jennifer Lopez, Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, Angela Bassett, Courtney B. Vance, Meghan Trainor, Kelsea Ballerini, Chase Stokes, Simu Liu, Halle Bailey and Kenya Barris were among the stars in attendance.

Madame Tussauds New York x Andy Cohen

Andy Cohen revealed his first-ever wax figure at Merlin Entertainments’ Madame Tussauds New York on Thursday, first with a celebration in Times Square and then on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen.

“All Out for Fallout“ day

Series star Aaron Moten celebrated “All Out for Fallout” Day — where, in honor of the show’s 17 Emmy nominations, Amazon MGM Studios partnered with 33 local businesses throughout L.A. to offer exclusive deals and discounts themed to the show — on Thursday at the Santa Monica Pier.

Post Malone pregame

Spotify hosted a pregame and album listening party for Post Malone’s newest album F-1 Trillion at Loser’s Bar & Grill in Nashville on Thursday.

Fallout tastemaker event

The Fallout team continued its Emmy celebrations on Thursday, with a special L.A. tastemaker event attended by EP Jonathan Nolan, creator Graham Wagne and stars Ella Purnell, Aaron Moten and Moisés Arias.