Although critics have panned it, moviegoers are expressing pride as a reason for seeing the controversial comedy. Seth Rogan, the star and co-director of the film, made a surprise appearance to thank fans at a screening in Los Angeles. As Ben Tracy reports, it’s still unclear if Sony will make its money back. Source

Moviegoers ventured out to see “The Interview” after Sony reversed course and went ahead with the Christmas Day release. For many in the audience, seeing the movie is a way of standing up for their rights as American citizens. Marlie Hall reports. Source

Seth Rogen and his producing partner Evan Goldberg thanked the crowd at the Cinefamily theater in Los Angeles at a screening of “The Interview” late Wednesday night. Source

Angelina Jolie’s second directorial effort for the film “Unbroken” was a labor of love for Jolie, who grew close with Louis Zamperini, the movie’s subject, during filming. Jack O’Connell stars as Zamperini, an American Olympian and war hero. “Unbroken” opens on Christmas Day. Suzanne Marques reports. Source

Forbes named Adam Sandler as Hollywood’s worst investment for the second year in a row. Also, Mark Wahlberg stars in “The Gambler,” which opens Thursday. Suzanne Marques reports on the day’s top entertainment headlines. Source

Newly released body camera footage shows Maryland police officers handcuffed and screamed at a 5-year-old boy during a January 2020 incident, telling the boy’s mother she should “beat him.” Michael George has more. Source

The Eurocopter AS 350 crashed under unknown circumstances about 50 miles east of Anchorage, officials said. Source

U.S. Rep. Michael Grimm pleaded guilty to tax fraud Tuesday but despite increasing pressure, the New York Republican says he won’t resign. CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett reports. Source

Time is running out, but there are still some sales and deals to help you finish your holiday shopping. Trae Bodge, Senior Editor at RetailMeNot.com, joined CBSN with tips on how to survive the last-minute shopping madness. Source

According to the FAA, a Southwest plane preparing for takeoff Tuesday at New York’s LaGuardia Airport clipped the wing of an American Airlines jet. James Brown reports. Source