TV and movie production around the world has faced major disruption as we all grapple with the coronavirus pandemic.

What this means in the long run is not entirely clear as the entertainment industry, as with basically every other, is navigating uncharted territory. Networks, distribution companies and of course, award shows, usually adhere to pretty strict calendars, but in the age of COVID-19, that’s all been thrown out the window.

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In many cases, movie release dates have been pushed out. Live TV shows are filming without audiences (if they’re filming at all), while more and more TV series are facing delays as sets are closed and filming locations shut down.

Here’s how the global pandemic has impacted upcoming movies and television:

Movies.

As people practice social distancing and self-isolation, cinemas are among the public places experiencing limited foot traffic. Many of the United States’ largest cinema chains have closed doors to movie theatres, but here in Australia the large chains, including Hoyts and Event Cinemas are keeping their doors open – at least for now.

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But even if you can still go to the movies, many of the year’s biggest releases have been postponed.

TV.

As the world’s population stay put at home, streaming services will be a godsend. But despite an increased number of people home watching TV, the production of shows around the world are shutting down due to coronavirus.

In Australia, many reality shows are still filming, at least for now, but you know things are real whenNeighboursshuts down. Unlike Ramsay St, and most other fictional TV locations,Home and Away’sSummer Bay is still trucking along as dramatic as ever.

What all this means for upcoming TV seasons, entertainment industry jobs and awards nominations is yet to be seen, but the impacts are definitely going to be widespread and long-lasting.

Thankfully Stan has box sets of many bingeable shows likeThe Office,FriendsandGrey’s Anatomy, andNetflixis home to feel good shows likeThe Good PlaceandGrace and Frankie.

With 2020’s entertainment schedule so heavily disrupted, well… It might just become the year of the rerun.

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The Australian Government Department of Health advises that the only people who will be tested for COVID-19 are those with symptoms who have either returned from overseas in the past 14 days or been in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case in the past 14 days.

If you are sick and believe you have symptoms of COVID-19, call your GP ahead of time to book an appointment. Or call the national Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice on 1800 020 080. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 000.

To keep up to date with the latest information, please visit the Department of Health website.

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