Harrison Ford served as a slight inspiration for Nathan Fillion’s Firefly performance. The actor once commented on the similarities between his Firefly role and Ford’s own space cowboy.
Nathan Fillion revealed how Harrison Ford inspired him for ‘Firefly’ Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage)
Nathan Fillion’s Firefly captain Malcolm Reynolds drew a few comparisons to Harrison Ford’s Han Solo. Like the Star Wars anti-hero, Malcolm Reynolds didn’t set out to be a hero and save the universe. Reynolds was a part of a space crew all looking to get by and make ends meet. It was one of the many aspects Fillion found about playing the character.
“He is heroic in a way, but in the same way as single parents are heroic,” Fillion once told Games Radar. “Single parents – parents in general – are heroes! You take a single parent, they’re doing it by themselves, they’ve got no help,...
Nathan Fillion revealed how Harrison Ford inspired him for ‘Firefly’ Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage)
Nathan Fillion’s Firefly captain Malcolm Reynolds drew a few comparisons to Harrison Ford’s Han Solo. Like the Star Wars anti-hero, Malcolm Reynolds didn’t set out to be a hero and save the universe. Reynolds was a part of a space crew all looking to get by and make ends meet. It was one of the many aspects Fillion found about playing the character.
“He is heroic in a way, but in the same way as single parents are heroic,” Fillion once told Games Radar. “Single parents – parents in general – are heroes! You take a single parent, they’re doing it by themselves, they’ve got no help,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
If you have already seen If, it’s high time to revise Ryan Reynolds’ filmography. He is recognized for his superhero flicks, with 2016’s Deadpool standing out, action movies such as Free Guy (2021), and dramatic performances in Buried (2010) and Life (2017).
It’s also common knowledge that Reynolds is no stranger to comedies, even if we take his Deadpool into account. However, few fans know that back in 1998, the actor starred in an ABC sitcom that became a significant jumpstart for his successful career.
The series’ plot revolves around Berg (played by Reynolds) and Pete, two college graduates who share an apartment and work at a local pizzeria. They can’t imagine their life without the help of their neighbor and former collegemate, Sharon, who gives the boys advice on literally all spheres of life, including their romantic exploits, of course.
Although this synopsis seems to be banal, the show kills...
It’s also common knowledge that Reynolds is no stranger to comedies, even if we take his Deadpool into account. However, few fans know that back in 1998, the actor starred in an ABC sitcom that became a significant jumpstart for his successful career.
The series’ plot revolves around Berg (played by Reynolds) and Pete, two college graduates who share an apartment and work at a local pizzeria. They can’t imagine their life without the help of their neighbor and former collegemate, Sharon, who gives the boys advice on literally all spheres of life, including their romantic exploits, of course.
Although this synopsis seems to be banal, the show kills...
- 6/10/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Hollywood is a constant churning mill of content with competitiveness rooted at its core. A striking example of this is the current summer box office that has witnessed a tide of resurgence following the release of the Will Smith and Martin Lawrence starrer Bad Boys: Ride or Die. The fourth installment in the franchise holds immense importance, at least for the former entertainment stalwart, who is marking his biggest return to the big screens after the 2022 Oscars debacle.
Will Smith in Martin Lawrence in a still from Bad Boys: Ride or Die | Sony Entertainment
In a similar fashion, this flick also holds significance for the director duo of Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah. A couple of years down the line, this very pair had taken to the task of bringing The Mummy star Brendan Fraser back to the spotlight with a potential Batgirl movie. Axed during its production, the...
Will Smith in Martin Lawrence in a still from Bad Boys: Ride or Die | Sony Entertainment
In a similar fashion, this flick also holds significance for the director duo of Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah. A couple of years down the line, this very pair had taken to the task of bringing The Mummy star Brendan Fraser back to the spotlight with a potential Batgirl movie. Axed during its production, the...
- 6/10/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Every. Season. Counts.
The Bear's renewal for simultaneously filmed third and fourth seasons was sweet dad-rock music to the ears of critics and audiences alike.
After sweeping the Emmys and benefiting from word-of-mouth buzz around its Christmas-themed episode "Fishes," the show was practically guaranteed renewal to give us at least one more season with the volatile and tight-knit Berzattos.
An Interesting Experiment
Capitalizing on the moment by filming back-to-back seasons was a smart move for the series and might become a trend for other shows.
Logistically it makes sense to take advantage of utilizing a show's cast and crew for two seasons in one go, instead of having to align all of those schedules again in another eighteen months or so.
In the current landscape of surprise cancellations, it also makes creative sense for a show to film a multi-season arc without the worry of ending on a cliffhanger.
The...
The Bear's renewal for simultaneously filmed third and fourth seasons was sweet dad-rock music to the ears of critics and audiences alike.
After sweeping the Emmys and benefiting from word-of-mouth buzz around its Christmas-themed episode "Fishes," the show was practically guaranteed renewal to give us at least one more season with the volatile and tight-knit Berzattos.
An Interesting Experiment
Capitalizing on the moment by filming back-to-back seasons was a smart move for the series and might become a trend for other shows.
Logistically it makes sense to take advantage of utilizing a show's cast and crew for two seasons in one go, instead of having to align all of those schedules again in another eighteen months or so.
In the current landscape of surprise cancellations, it also makes creative sense for a show to film a multi-season arc without the worry of ending on a cliffhanger.
The...
- 6/6/2024
- by Paullette Gaudet
- TVfanatic
You don't have to be a connoisseur of film and television history to keep up with the fascinating story of Firefly, which happened in 2003. Then Fox ordered a sci-fi adventure series from Joss Whedon in the spirit of Star Wars, Star Trek or Babylon 5.
The future director of The Avengers filmed a space opera combining science fiction and western, but for a number of reasons, not only did the network refuse to continue the popular show, but also wasn't too eager to show the finished 14 episodes.
The indignation of fans knew no bounds, but all the viewers and creators of Firefly managed to achieve was the shooting of the feature film Serenity, a cult in narrow circles, but not very successful at the box office space action movie.
Twenty years after the movie's release, talk of canceling Firefly still rages, especially since the show's actors are still closely associated with the show's characters.
The future director of The Avengers filmed a space opera combining science fiction and western, but for a number of reasons, not only did the network refuse to continue the popular show, but also wasn't too eager to show the finished 14 episodes.
The indignation of fans knew no bounds, but all the viewers and creators of Firefly managed to achieve was the shooting of the feature film Serenity, a cult in narrow circles, but not very successful at the box office space action movie.
Twenty years after the movie's release, talk of canceling Firefly still rages, especially since the show's actors are still closely associated with the show's characters.
- 6/5/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
As Will Smith prepares to return to the big screen with his latest addition to the iconic action-packed Bad Boys franchise, behind-the-scenes footage from Bad Boys 4 makes its way on social media. Thrilling fans with adrenaline-pumping stunts and explosive moments, the video sparks discussions surrounding the movie.
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence in a still from Bad Boys: Ride or Die | Columbia Pictures
However, alongside Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah’s Bad Boys 4, the behind-the-scenes video simultaneously reignited discussions surrounding the filmmakers’ other project. Witnessing the mesmerizing scenes, fans couldn’t help but wonder why Warner Bros decided to cancel the DC flick Batgirl, helmed by the same directing duo.
Fans Can’t Take Their Eyes off of Bad Boys 4 Behind-The-Scenes Footage
With Will Smith set to grace the theaters on June 7, 2024, with his latest addition to the Bad Boys franchise, since his 2022 Oscar slap, several...
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence in a still from Bad Boys: Ride or Die | Columbia Pictures
However, alongside Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah’s Bad Boys 4, the behind-the-scenes video simultaneously reignited discussions surrounding the filmmakers’ other project. Witnessing the mesmerizing scenes, fans couldn’t help but wonder why Warner Bros decided to cancel the DC flick Batgirl, helmed by the same directing duo.
Fans Can’t Take Their Eyes off of Bad Boys 4 Behind-The-Scenes Footage
With Will Smith set to grace the theaters on June 7, 2024, with his latest addition to the Bad Boys franchise, since his 2022 Oscar slap, several...
- 6/5/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
You probably know that Loki (Tom Hiddleston) was the big bad of 2012's "The Avengers" and his role there is why he's still the defining villain of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Not even Thanos can say he got his own TV series like Loki did! It's not just the God of Mischief being in the right place at the right time, though.
"Avengers" writer/director Joss Whedon overhauled Loki, turning the meek sad boy from 2011's "Thor" into a wickedly charismatic megalomaniac. Hiddleston took that change and ran with it, proving he can wield an evil grin as effectively as he can puppy dog eyes along the way. Every subsequent Loki appearance has been trying to meld the two characterizations; Loki's an evil bastard, but he does love his mum and big brother Thor (even if he loves himself a bit more).
Loki (really Hiddleston) holds the screen all on his own in "The Avengers.
"Avengers" writer/director Joss Whedon overhauled Loki, turning the meek sad boy from 2011's "Thor" into a wickedly charismatic megalomaniac. Hiddleston took that change and ran with it, proving he can wield an evil grin as effectively as he can puppy dog eyes along the way. Every subsequent Loki appearance has been trying to meld the two characterizations; Loki's an evil bastard, but he does love his mum and big brother Thor (even if he loves himself a bit more).
Loki (really Hiddleston) holds the screen all on his own in "The Avengers.
- 6/2/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Bloomberg reports that Adobe wants to buy your video to train its AI text-to-video generator. The price that Adobe offers is around $3 per minute. And that’s Hilarious!
Opinion: Adobe Firefly is Colorists’ Nightmare Adobe: Your video is worth $3 per minute
Let’s suppose you invest a ton of time, money, and passion, utilizing your expertise to create a professionally-looking video piece. And then, Adobe is training on it. However, Adobe is not like any other AI model thief (OpenAI anybody?) which means taking your video and training on it for its AI text-to-video generator. Adobe wants to pay you for that. How much? $3 per minute! Wow. Pathetic! As stated by Bloomberg (no official comment from Adobe): “The software company is offering its network of photographers and artists $120 to submit videos of people engaged in everyday actions such as walking or expressing emotions including joy and anger, according to documents seen by Bloomberg.
Opinion: Adobe Firefly is Colorists’ Nightmare Adobe: Your video is worth $3 per minute
Let’s suppose you invest a ton of time, money, and passion, utilizing your expertise to create a professionally-looking video piece. And then, Adobe is training on it. However, Adobe is not like any other AI model thief (OpenAI anybody?) which means taking your video and training on it for its AI text-to-video generator. Adobe wants to pay you for that. How much? $3 per minute! Wow. Pathetic! As stated by Bloomberg (no official comment from Adobe): “The software company is offering its network of photographers and artists $120 to submit videos of people engaged in everyday actions such as walking or expressing emotions including joy and anger, according to documents seen by Bloomberg.
- 5/30/2024
- by Yossy Mendelovich
- YMCinema
Supernatural was the show that never seemed to end. But in 2020, the long-awaited final episode was released. Over the course of fifteen seasons, the show managed to change several genres and offer a whole galaxy of very different storylines.
Supernatural has managed to go from complex emotional drama to hilarious irony over the years, never boring its viewers.
One of the key ingredients that was part of both the drama and the comedy relief was, of course, Crowley. The character, brilliantly played by Mark Sheppard in seasons from 5 to 12, began the series as a humble crossroad demon, but thanks to intelligence, cunning and ruthlessness, he quickly reached the top of the demonic hierarchy and took the throne as the King of Hell.
Mark Sheppard Started His Fantasy Journey Long Before Supernatural
Mark Sheppard began his journey in fantasy and science fiction series in the 90s. In 1993, the actor appeared in...
Supernatural has managed to go from complex emotional drama to hilarious irony over the years, never boring its viewers.
One of the key ingredients that was part of both the drama and the comedy relief was, of course, Crowley. The character, brilliantly played by Mark Sheppard in seasons from 5 to 12, began the series as a humble crossroad demon, but thanks to intelligence, cunning and ruthlessness, he quickly reached the top of the demonic hierarchy and took the throne as the King of Hell.
Mark Sheppard Started His Fantasy Journey Long Before Supernatural
Mark Sheppard began his journey in fantasy and science fiction series in the 90s. In 1993, the actor appeared in...
- 5/28/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
One of the world's highest-grossing and most famous film directors started out as a special effects artist for the king of B-movies, Roger Corman, known for his ability to shoot quickly and cheaply. Perhaps it was Corman's projects that made James Cameron swear off making low-budget movies, eventually becoming the first director in the world to receive budgets of $100 and $200 million.
Today, Cameron is considered to be not only one of the most important science fiction directors of our time, but also one of the most successful directors in general, whose films break unattainable box office records and are incredibly loved by audiences.
But few fans know that at the very beginning of the 2000s, Cameron created a sci-fi project for the small screens starring Jessica Alba – Dark Angel.
What is Dark Angel About?
An electromagnetic pulse caused by terrorists in 2009 has left the US in a state of decline.
Today, Cameron is considered to be not only one of the most important science fiction directors of our time, but also one of the most successful directors in general, whose films break unattainable box office records and are incredibly loved by audiences.
But few fans know that at the very beginning of the 2000s, Cameron created a sci-fi project for the small screens starring Jessica Alba – Dark Angel.
What is Dark Angel About?
An electromagnetic pulse caused by terrorists in 2009 has left the US in a state of decline.
- 5/27/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Nathan Fillion thought Ant-Man was a low-rung superhero before he saw Paul Rudd carrying the role easily. He was surprised when Rudd made the character almost endearing to him. Earlier it was rumored that Fillion was considered for the Ant-Man role. The rumors started after Joss Whedon directed The Avengers, as he and the director had worked together on Firefly.
Nathan Fillion as T.D.K. in a scene from The Suicide Squad | DC Films
Fillion debunked the rumors, sharing that there was no truth in them. Interestingly, Fillion had an affinity to play a comic book supervillain, which came true when he was cast as T.D.K. in James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad.
Nathan Fillion Belittled Paul Rudd’s Ant-Man Only To Be Taken Aback By His Performance Paul Rudd in a still from Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania | Marvel Studios
Nathan Fillion is playing fan-favorite superhero...
Nathan Fillion as T.D.K. in a scene from The Suicide Squad | DC Films
Fillion debunked the rumors, sharing that there was no truth in them. Interestingly, Fillion had an affinity to play a comic book supervillain, which came true when he was cast as T.D.K. in James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad.
Nathan Fillion Belittled Paul Rudd’s Ant-Man Only To Be Taken Aback By His Performance Paul Rudd in a still from Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania | Marvel Studios
Nathan Fillion is playing fan-favorite superhero...
- 5/26/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
10. The Mist (2017)
Based on Stephen King’s novel of the same name, the idea behind this show is something the author loves to do: isolating a small town from the rest of the world, throwing in a bunch of stress for its inhabitants, and seeing what they do about it. The Mist didn’t perform too well in Season 1, but it had the right idea and potential.
You can watch The Mist on Netflix, Apple TV, and Prime Video.
9. Watchmen (2019)
What does it mean to be a hero? Watchmen tries to answer this seemingly straightforward but ultimately convoluted question with its unique premise and approach. In a world where superheroes are real and treated and outlaws and the police wear masks hiding their faces, who can break the cycle of violence?
You can watch Watchmen on Max, Hulu, Apple TV, and Prime Video.
8. Battlestar Galactica (1978)
Artificial Intelligence rising up against...
Based on Stephen King’s novel of the same name, the idea behind this show is something the author loves to do: isolating a small town from the rest of the world, throwing in a bunch of stress for its inhabitants, and seeing what they do about it. The Mist didn’t perform too well in Season 1, but it had the right idea and potential.
You can watch The Mist on Netflix, Apple TV, and Prime Video.
9. Watchmen (2019)
What does it mean to be a hero? Watchmen tries to answer this seemingly straightforward but ultimately convoluted question with its unique premise and approach. In a world where superheroes are real and treated and outlaws and the police wear masks hiding their faces, who can break the cycle of violence?
You can watch Watchmen on Max, Hulu, Apple TV, and Prime Video.
8. Battlestar Galactica (1978)
Artificial Intelligence rising up against...
- 5/25/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
When Paul Rudd debuted as Ant-Man, he quickly made the pint-sized hero one of the most popular characters in Marvel. His take on the character even impressed Nathan Fillion, who didn’t have the highest opinion on Ant-Man at first.
What Nathan Fillion thought of Paul Rudd’s Ant-Man Nathan Fillion | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Fillion considered himself a fan of superhero films, and starred in his own fair share of crime-fighting flicks. He was known for voicing Green Lantern on a couple of animated DC projects. He also had a role in the James Gunn original superhero movie Super.
In a resurfaced interview with the Advocate, while expressing his own desire to play superhero films, Fillion discussed his love of Marvel films. He was particularly surprised by the Marvel film Ant-Man, with Rudd playing the titular character. Fillion thought Rudd helped make a character he considered silly at first look quite endearing.
What Nathan Fillion thought of Paul Rudd’s Ant-Man Nathan Fillion | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Fillion considered himself a fan of superhero films, and starred in his own fair share of crime-fighting flicks. He was known for voicing Green Lantern on a couple of animated DC projects. He also had a role in the James Gunn original superhero movie Super.
In a resurfaced interview with the Advocate, while expressing his own desire to play superhero films, Fillion discussed his love of Marvel films. He was particularly surprised by the Marvel film Ant-Man, with Rudd playing the titular character. Fillion thought Rudd helped make a character he considered silly at first look quite endearing.
- 5/25/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Actor Nathan Fillion has been the lead in several hit shows, with one of his most popular projects being Firefly. The show has been canceled for years, and yet Fillion is still recognized by the series to this day. However, he also starred in the hit series Castle, attracting a new legion of fans. But which one does he think brought him the most popularity?
Nathan Fillion was constantly recognized for ‘Firefly’ and ‘Castle’ Nathan Fillion | Michael Ansell/Getty Images
It’s easy to see why Fillion would be recognized for Castle. The show was a hit on the network series ABC during its original run. But surprisingly, Firefly might’ve rivaled Fillion’s Castle fame even at the peak of the show’s run. Firefly only lasted for one season from 2002 to 2003. Whereas Castle had a long eight-season run.
It also eventually had a movie, Serenity, which gave Fillion...
Nathan Fillion was constantly recognized for ‘Firefly’ and ‘Castle’ Nathan Fillion | Michael Ansell/Getty Images
It’s easy to see why Fillion would be recognized for Castle. The show was a hit on the network series ABC during its original run. But surprisingly, Firefly might’ve rivaled Fillion’s Castle fame even at the peak of the show’s run. Firefly only lasted for one season from 2002 to 2003. Whereas Castle had a long eight-season run.
It also eventually had a movie, Serenity, which gave Fillion...
- 5/25/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
2002 was the year of the release of the already legendary Firefly. During its short life on television, the series managed to gain cult status, an army of loyal fans and an honorable place in the list of the best science fiction projects.
However, the love of critics and viewers could not save Firefly from a quick cancellation. The Fox network expected sky-high ratings, but its bosses interfered with the filming process and even showed episodes in a different order than the creators intended. As a result, the show was axed after its first season.
If you still haven't come to terms with Firefly's short life and have already watched its one and only season a hundred times, then you should pay attention to a series that went unnoticed by many viewers, but definitely deserves the attention of sci-fi fans – Dark Matter, released in 2015.
What Is Dark Matter About?
Six...
However, the love of critics and viewers could not save Firefly from a quick cancellation. The Fox network expected sky-high ratings, but its bosses interfered with the filming process and even showed episodes in a different order than the creators intended. As a result, the show was axed after its first season.
If you still haven't come to terms with Firefly's short life and have already watched its one and only season a hundred times, then you should pay attention to a series that went unnoticed by many viewers, but definitely deserves the attention of sci-fi fans – Dark Matter, released in 2015.
What Is Dark Matter About?
Six...
- 5/21/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Actor Nathan Fillion had a brief period where he had trouble finding work before his breakthrough role. A couple of showrunners took a chance on him when he might’ve needed it the most, allowing Fillion to make a living doing what he enjoyed. Years later, Fillion would reunite with those showrunners again for a special occasion.
How Nathan Fillion reunited with his ‘Two Guys And a Girl’ showrunners Nathan Filion | Michael Ansell/Getty Images
Fillion had a guest spot in the hit ABC sitcom American Housewife. On that episode, he played a more exaggerated version of himself. But his American Housewife appearance was particularly special because of a couple of reasons. Fillion found himself somewhat reprising his role as Firefly captain Malcolm Reynolds on the show as well. Additionally, Fillion reunited with Two Guys and a Girl showrunners Rick Weiner and Kenny Schwartz.
The two cast Fillion on the...
How Nathan Fillion reunited with his ‘Two Guys And a Girl’ showrunners Nathan Filion | Michael Ansell/Getty Images
Fillion had a guest spot in the hit ABC sitcom American Housewife. On that episode, he played a more exaggerated version of himself. But his American Housewife appearance was particularly special because of a couple of reasons. Fillion found himself somewhat reprising his role as Firefly captain Malcolm Reynolds on the show as well. Additionally, Fillion reunited with Two Guys and a Girl showrunners Rick Weiner and Kenny Schwartz.
The two cast Fillion on the...
- 5/19/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Exclusive: The Philippines’ Star Cinema and GMA Pictures are teaming up to produce Hello, Love, Again, the sequel to blockbuster hit Hello, Love, Goodbye.
The 2019 original film was the highest-grossing Philippine film of all time, until it was surpassed by Rewind in January this year.
Veteran actress Kathryn Bernardo and actor Alden Richards will reprise their characters, Joy and Ethan, in Hello, Love, Again. Director Cathy Garcia-Sampana, who helmed the original film, will also direct the sequel, which will be shot in Canada.
The film’s theatrical release is set for November 13 this year in the Philippines, with international releases following thereafter.
Mild spoiler: Hello, Love, Again will be set five years on from when Joy (Kathryn Bernardo) said goodbye to Ethan (Alden Richards) and Hong Kong to pursue her dreams in Canada. After fighting for their love to conquer the time, distance and a global shutdown that kept them apart,...
The 2019 original film was the highest-grossing Philippine film of all time, until it was surpassed by Rewind in January this year.
Veteran actress Kathryn Bernardo and actor Alden Richards will reprise their characters, Joy and Ethan, in Hello, Love, Again. Director Cathy Garcia-Sampana, who helmed the original film, will also direct the sequel, which will be shot in Canada.
The film’s theatrical release is set for November 13 this year in the Philippines, with international releases following thereafter.
Mild spoiler: Hello, Love, Again will be set five years on from when Joy (Kathryn Bernardo) said goodbye to Ethan (Alden Richards) and Hong Kong to pursue her dreams in Canada. After fighting for their love to conquer the time, distance and a global shutdown that kept them apart,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Sara Merican
- Deadline Film + TV
It can be extremely disappointing to get into a show only to have it canceled. But the more competition there is among TV networks, streaming platforms and production companies, the harder they are on shows that don't seem to bring in nearly enough viewers to be considered profitable.
Unfortunately, many great TV shows are overlooked today simply because they're cut too early. So, if you are willing to brace yourself and deal with the fact that you may never know the true finale, here are 8 amazing series that are worth every minute spent in front of the TV.
Firefly (2002-2003)
It's hard to say that the cancellation was unjustified, as Firefly premiered to very low ratings. However, it wasn't even given a chance to intrigue viewers, as the show was misadvertised and the network decided to air episodes out of order, making it difficult for viewers to get into the story.
Unfortunately, many great TV shows are overlooked today simply because they're cut too early. So, if you are willing to brace yourself and deal with the fact that you may never know the true finale, here are 8 amazing series that are worth every minute spent in front of the TV.
Firefly (2002-2003)
It's hard to say that the cancellation was unjustified, as Firefly premiered to very low ratings. However, it wasn't even given a chance to intrigue viewers, as the show was misadvertised and the network decided to air episodes out of order, making it difficult for viewers to get into the story.
- 5/18/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
When television science fiction works, it can change us. However, lasting long enough to make an impact is a hell of a trick. "Star Trek," the keystone franchise for multiple generations of fans and scientists, fought for its survival more than once. In the end, the original, larger than life phenomena lasted only three seasons. In a similar vein, "Babylon 5" remains a quieter but no less impactful series for modern science fiction fans, with the "Lord of the Rings" inspired space opera struggling every year since the poorly reviews first season for more time to finish its planned five year arc -- and a reboot from its original creator is still going through similar trials.
The problem is that good science fiction is always experimental, almost always more expensive than dramas or safe sitcoms, and it relies on an audience hanging in long enough for the plot to really hit its stride.
The problem is that good science fiction is always experimental, almost always more expensive than dramas or safe sitcoms, and it relies on an audience hanging in long enough for the plot to really hit its stride.
- 5/18/2024
- by Margaret David
- Slash Film
10. It (1990)
The story that gladly launched coulrophobia rates in the world off the charts, Stephen King’s It is haunting and unsettling. You definitely wouldn’t want to be a child when this demonic clown is clowning around: even if you somehow survived, you’d be mentally scarred for life. But you could always just move from the town he's in. You can watch It on Apple TV and Prime Video.
9. House of 1000 Corpses (2003)
One glance at Rob Zombie is enough to picture the kind of horror movies this man makes, and House of 1000 Corpses, his directorial debut, started off strong. Ending up in the Firefly family’s abode is a terrible, terrible idea… But at least, you’d know there’s no hope of escaping, so that’s kind of a nice bonus compared to later entries.
You can watch House of 1000 Corpses on Prime Video.
The story that gladly launched coulrophobia rates in the world off the charts, Stephen King’s It is haunting and unsettling. You definitely wouldn’t want to be a child when this demonic clown is clowning around: even if you somehow survived, you’d be mentally scarred for life. But you could always just move from the town he's in. You can watch It on Apple TV and Prime Video.
9. House of 1000 Corpses (2003)
One glance at Rob Zombie is enough to picture the kind of horror movies this man makes, and House of 1000 Corpses, his directorial debut, started off strong. Ending up in the Firefly family’s abode is a terrible, terrible idea… But at least, you’d know there’s no hope of escaping, so that’s kind of a nice bonus compared to later entries.
You can watch House of 1000 Corpses on Prime Video.
- 5/16/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Steven Spielberg gave Firefly star Nathan Fillion one of his first big breaks by casting him in Saving Private Ryan. But he soon became frustrated with himself after he couldn’t do this pivotal scene in the movie.
Nathan Fillion couldn’t do the 1 thing he was brought on to do in ‘Saving Private Ryan’ Nathan Fillion | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Fillion caught a lucky break when he was cast in Spielberg’s critically acclaimed WW2 film. He was hired after moving to Los Angeles, where he wasn’t getting acting work for a long time. The scene Fillion was brought on for was a small one requiring him to cry. Normally, this would’ve been an easy scene to do for The Rookie star, as the actor was already experienced with crying on cue.
“It used to be something we do on the bus on the way to school is...
Nathan Fillion couldn’t do the 1 thing he was brought on to do in ‘Saving Private Ryan’ Nathan Fillion | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Fillion caught a lucky break when he was cast in Spielberg’s critically acclaimed WW2 film. He was hired after moving to Los Angeles, where he wasn’t getting acting work for a long time. The scene Fillion was brought on for was a small one requiring him to cry. Normally, this would’ve been an easy scene to do for The Rookie star, as the actor was already experienced with crying on cue.
“It used to be something we do on the bus on the way to school is...
- 5/16/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
As the Northern Lights make a rare appearance by illuminating the night sky across the world, with delighted sky watchers enjoying the view, James Gunn’s Green Lantern actor Nathan Fillion makes the best use of the moment. Clicking images with his side profile and the aurora borealis dancing in the background sky, Fillion shared the image on his Instagram with a cheeky caption.
Nathan Fillion in a still from The Rookie
After the strongest geomagnetic storms caused the aurora borealis to dazzle around different part of the world, Nathan Fillion, who is set to appear as Guy Gardner aka Green Lantern in James Gunn’s Superman reboot, shared his best response to the event. Making the best use of the vibrant lights in the sky to depict Green Lantern’s superpowers, Fillion stunned his fans with his hilarious dig.
Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern in James Gunn’s Superman...
Nathan Fillion in a still from The Rookie
After the strongest geomagnetic storms caused the aurora borealis to dazzle around different part of the world, Nathan Fillion, who is set to appear as Guy Gardner aka Green Lantern in James Gunn’s Superman reboot, shared his best response to the event. Making the best use of the vibrant lights in the sky to depict Green Lantern’s superpowers, Fillion stunned his fans with his hilarious dig.
Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern in James Gunn’s Superman...
- 5/12/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Actor Nathan Fillion got his breakthrough role in the cult classic Firefly. The series was similar to one of many shows featuring a space crew traveling to different planets, including Star Trek. But Fillion felt Firefly differed from the likes of Star Trek in a pretty grounded way.
How Nathan Fillion felt about ‘Firefly’ comparisons with ‘Star Trek’ Nathan Fillion | Michael Ansell/Getty Images
On the surface, Star Trek and Firefly might look similar enough without any context. But beyond their premises of space crews exploring the galaxy, they couldn’t have been anymore different. Star Trek often features an altruistic space crew trying to influence the galaxy for the better. Firefly, however, was about individual characters with often vastly different views coming together and simply trying to get by.
Fillion once demonstrated the different personalities of the show in an interview with IGN. He noted that Firefly wasn’t...
How Nathan Fillion felt about ‘Firefly’ comparisons with ‘Star Trek’ Nathan Fillion | Michael Ansell/Getty Images
On the surface, Star Trek and Firefly might look similar enough without any context. But beyond their premises of space crews exploring the galaxy, they couldn’t have been anymore different. Star Trek often features an altruistic space crew trying to influence the galaxy for the better. Firefly, however, was about individual characters with often vastly different views coming together and simply trying to get by.
Fillion once demonstrated the different personalities of the show in an interview with IGN. He noted that Firefly wasn’t...
- 5/11/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
10. The Sopranos (1999–2007)
Ruthless, brutal, and merciless, but mob bosses are people, too — and their lifestyle takes a heavy toll on their mental health. An infamous New Jersey gangster seeks help and relays the events of his personal and professional life to his counselor, gripping you from the pilot episode with his bloody honest revelations and humanity.
You can watch The Sopranos on Hulu and Prime Video.
9. Supernatural (2005–2020)
The Winchesters are not only decent rifles but also great monster hunters. Supernatural follows two brothers who are roaming the US in their car searching for (you guessed it) supernatural threats to exterminate. From the first episode, you become invested in their search for their father and determination to help people.
You can watch Supernatural on Hulu, Netflix, and Prime Video.
8. The X-Files (1993–2018)
Speaking of the supernatural and unexplainable, The X-Files knows all about it. The show’s pilot immediately sets it up...
Ruthless, brutal, and merciless, but mob bosses are people, too — and their lifestyle takes a heavy toll on their mental health. An infamous New Jersey gangster seeks help and relays the events of his personal and professional life to his counselor, gripping you from the pilot episode with his bloody honest revelations and humanity.
You can watch The Sopranos on Hulu and Prime Video.
9. Supernatural (2005–2020)
The Winchesters are not only decent rifles but also great monster hunters. Supernatural follows two brothers who are roaming the US in their car searching for (you guessed it) supernatural threats to exterminate. From the first episode, you become invested in their search for their father and determination to help people.
You can watch Supernatural on Hulu, Netflix, and Prime Video.
8. The X-Files (1993–2018)
Speaking of the supernatural and unexplainable, The X-Files knows all about it. The show’s pilot immediately sets it up...
- 5/11/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Actor Nathan Fillion had just completed his run as Castle when he was cast in The Rookie. But he admitted he sometimes found it hard to leave his Castle character behind when doing the hit ABC series.
Nathan Fillion’s ‘Castle’ habits died hard Nathan Fillion | Nicole Wilder/Getty Images
It might’ve taken a while for Fillion to truly shake off Richard Castle for The Rookie. In the ABC series, Fillion found himself in somewhat familiar territory. Like Castle, The Rookie saw Fillion’s character, John Nolan, solving crimes. So it might’ve been easy to channel Rick Castle from time to time, even after the show’s end.
But personality-wise, Castle and Nolan couldn’t have been any more different. Rick Castle was a mystery writer who tagged along with police officers, many times unwelcomed, for his own amusement at first. The character also didn’t always take...
Nathan Fillion’s ‘Castle’ habits died hard Nathan Fillion | Nicole Wilder/Getty Images
It might’ve taken a while for Fillion to truly shake off Richard Castle for The Rookie. In the ABC series, Fillion found himself in somewhat familiar territory. Like Castle, The Rookie saw Fillion’s character, John Nolan, solving crimes. So it might’ve been easy to channel Rick Castle from time to time, even after the show’s end.
But personality-wise, Castle and Nolan couldn’t have been any more different. Rick Castle was a mystery writer who tagged along with police officers, many times unwelcomed, for his own amusement at first. The character also didn’t always take...
- 5/8/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Tom Selleck is not happy that CBS announced it is canceling Blue Bloods. However, he has had some big things to say about the news as he talks about as possible return. The actor feels that there is more life in the series, and he points out the fan support as a reason why CBS is not being “sensible.”
Here is what Selleck had to say about his show’s future and what he feels should happen next.
Tom Selleck Wants Blue Bloods To Return For Another Season
Blue Bloods has been on CBS for 14 seasons. It started its run in 2010 and has been part of many television viewers’ lives for well over a decade. However, CBS announced that it was ending the series with the fourteenth season, which consisted of only 18 episodes. The first 10 ends on May 17 and the final eight will air on CBS from October 2024 to December 2024.
However,...
Here is what Selleck had to say about his show’s future and what he feels should happen next.
Tom Selleck Wants Blue Bloods To Return For Another Season
Blue Bloods has been on CBS for 14 seasons. It started its run in 2010 and has been part of many television viewers’ lives for well over a decade. However, CBS announced that it was ending the series with the fourteenth season, which consisted of only 18 episodes. The first 10 ends on May 17 and the final eight will air on CBS from October 2024 to December 2024.
However,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Shawn Lealos
- TV Shows Ace
The Rookie -Photo Credit: (Disney/Raymond Liu)
Nathan Fillion Long before Nathan Fillion became a household name starring in shows like The Rookie, Castle, and the legendary space western Firefly, he was cutting his teeth on a true television staple – the daytime soap opera. Like countless stars before him, Fillion got his big break on the ABC classic One Life to Live, and he’s never forgotten the impact it had on his career. (Click on the media bar below to hear Nathan Fillion) https://www.hollywoodoutbreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Nathan_Fillion_OLTL_.mp3 Catch Nathan Fillion in The Rookie airing Tuesday nights 9/8c on ABC and streaming the next day on Hulu.
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Nathan Fillion Long before Nathan Fillion became a household name starring in shows like The Rookie, Castle, and the legendary space western Firefly, he was cutting his teeth on a true television staple – the daytime soap opera. Like countless stars before him, Fillion got his big break on the ABC classic One Life to Live, and he’s never forgotten the impact it had on his career. (Click on the media bar below to hear Nathan Fillion) https://www.hollywoodoutbreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Nathan_Fillion_OLTL_.mp3 Catch Nathan Fillion in The Rookie airing Tuesday nights 9/8c on ABC and streaming the next day on Hulu.
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- 5/7/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
You know what the most important thing about a good TV show is? The ability to watch it from start to finish. And that doesn't always happen – just ask fans of The Santa Clarita Diet, The Great, or The Oa.
Sci-fi fans on Reddit have compiled their list of shows that were killed off too soon.
1.Firefly, 2002
In 2002, one of the biggest cancellations in television history occurred: Fox canceled Joss Whedon's Firefly. It's hard to describe the shock and anger of the fan community.
The fans of the series tried to contact the network executives who had made such an awful decision with all the means at their disposal: petitions, letters, phone calls, and pickets at the studio doors.
It's no wonder that more than twenty years later, Firefly remains the biggest wound in the hearts of sci-fi fans.
2. Almost Human, 2013-2014
One of the best series about robots,...
Sci-fi fans on Reddit have compiled their list of shows that were killed off too soon.
1.Firefly, 2002
In 2002, one of the biggest cancellations in television history occurred: Fox canceled Joss Whedon's Firefly. It's hard to describe the shock and anger of the fan community.
The fans of the series tried to contact the network executives who had made such an awful decision with all the means at their disposal: petitions, letters, phone calls, and pickets at the studio doors.
It's no wonder that more than twenty years later, Firefly remains the biggest wound in the hearts of sci-fi fans.
2. Almost Human, 2013-2014
One of the best series about robots,...
- 5/3/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
"Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." was a changed show in its second season. In its early days, the Marvel Television series suffered from an identity crisis. Season 1 started out trying to emulate co-creator Joss Whedon's previous work, yet it played as a pale imitation of shows like "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and especially "Firefly," following a ragtag team of misfits on weekly adventures in their flying home base. However, the one-two combo punch of Whedon stepping away from the series and "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" blowing up the Marvel Cinematic Universe's status quo near the end of season 1 proved to be just the creative boost the show needed.
Upon returning for season 2, "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." had gained a newfound confidence. Its characters began to take on greater dimensions, it really embraced the idea of being a show about everyday people trying to keep the world safe, and it even started...
Upon returning for season 2, "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." had gained a newfound confidence. Its characters began to take on greater dimensions, it really embraced the idea of being a show about everyday people trying to keep the world safe, and it even started...
- 5/2/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
Actor Nathan Fillion didn’t take long to find work in The Rookie after Castle‘s 2016 cancellation. Looking back on the way the series ended, Fillion might’ve been just as disappointed in it as some of the show’s fans.
Nathan Fillion once shared what he thought about the ending of ‘Castle’ Nathan Fillion | Richard Cartwright/Getty Images
Castle had an ending that wasn’t received well by some fans of the show. As viewers might remember, the very ending of the series showed Fillion’s Richard Castle and Stana Katic’s Kate Beckett as a happily married couple with three kids. This might’ve been the trajectory that some figured the show would be headed in. Even Castle itself teased this outcome throughout the series.
The on-and-off relationship between Castle and Beckett was one of the most captivating parts of the show for fans. Beckett, a straight-laced officer,...
Nathan Fillion once shared what he thought about the ending of ‘Castle’ Nathan Fillion | Richard Cartwright/Getty Images
Castle had an ending that wasn’t received well by some fans of the show. As viewers might remember, the very ending of the series showed Fillion’s Richard Castle and Stana Katic’s Kate Beckett as a happily married couple with three kids. This might’ve been the trajectory that some figured the show would be headed in. Even Castle itself teased this outcome throughout the series.
The on-and-off relationship between Castle and Beckett was one of the most captivating parts of the show for fans. Beckett, a straight-laced officer,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
A gripping plot, superb acting, thought-out dialog, an amazing ability to hold the audience's attention, sex, violence, and struggle for power – Game of Thrones was famous for all of this, but was it the first of its kind?
Perhaps in every genre there is the series that was unfairly closed at the most interesting moment. For fans of science fiction, Firefly became such a wound in the heart, and for fans of historical dramas, there is Rome, the return of which most connoisseurs of the genre dream of.
As it happens, Rome has only two seasons. But even that is enough to appreciate it.
Rome Was Game of Thrones’ Predecessor
Even before Game of Thrones, HBO and the BBC tried the "sex, blood and political intrigue" formula with Rome, which was released in 2005. And the historical period was more appropriate than ever: the Roman Empire just after the Gallic War...
Perhaps in every genre there is the series that was unfairly closed at the most interesting moment. For fans of science fiction, Firefly became such a wound in the heart, and for fans of historical dramas, there is Rome, the return of which most connoisseurs of the genre dream of.
As it happens, Rome has only two seasons. But even that is enough to appreciate it.
Rome Was Game of Thrones’ Predecessor
Even before Game of Thrones, HBO and the BBC tried the "sex, blood and political intrigue" formula with Rome, which was released in 2005. And the historical period was more appropriate than ever: the Roman Empire just after the Gallic War...
- 5/1/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Netflix has released dozens of sci-fi shows, but not all of them are worth watching. Therefore, Reddit users have collected only the best of the best – those that changed the rules of the genre and surprised with their unexpected plot twists.
1. Altered Carbon, 2018-2020
When acclaimed Hollywood screenwriter Laeta Kalogridis read Richard K. Morgan's cyberpunk novel Altered Carbon, she decided to turn it into a blockbuster. But the story did not fit into an hour and a half hours, so Kalogridis decided to turn the project into a television series for Netflix.
Altered Carbon is about a future world in which people can live forever, moving their consciousness from body to body and creating digital copies in case of sudden death or murder. The richer a person is, the better his immortality is guaranteed and the more often he can change bodies.
2. Dark, 2017-2020
2019, the quiet German town of Winden.
1. Altered Carbon, 2018-2020
When acclaimed Hollywood screenwriter Laeta Kalogridis read Richard K. Morgan's cyberpunk novel Altered Carbon, she decided to turn it into a blockbuster. But the story did not fit into an hour and a half hours, so Kalogridis decided to turn the project into a television series for Netflix.
Altered Carbon is about a future world in which people can live forever, moving their consciousness from body to body and creating digital copies in case of sudden death or murder. The richer a person is, the better his immortality is guaranteed and the more often he can change bodies.
2. Dark, 2017-2020
2019, the quiet German town of Winden.
- 4/30/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
One of the most prominent TV series of the 21st century, the sci-fi drama The Oa, was canceled after its second season. And this is probably the worst decision made by Netflix since the adaptation of Winx Club.
The show, created by Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij, is about a blind girl named Prairie who returns to her hometown after a mysterious seven-year absence. As the case unfolds, it is revealed that she has been held captive by a mad scientist who studies near-death experiences. Prairie gathers a group of people around her and initiates them into the mystery of her life, which she was able to comprehend after her clinical death.
The Oa Still Remains Netflix’s Main Hidden Gem
Unfortunately, The Oa remained a hidden gem of the Netflix collection – few people watched the series, but those who did were extremely enthusiastic. Critics called it the Twin Peaks of a new generation,...
The show, created by Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij, is about a blind girl named Prairie who returns to her hometown after a mysterious seven-year absence. As the case unfolds, it is revealed that she has been held captive by a mad scientist who studies near-death experiences. Prairie gathers a group of people around her and initiates them into the mystery of her life, which she was able to comprehend after her clinical death.
The Oa Still Remains Netflix’s Main Hidden Gem
Unfortunately, The Oa remained a hidden gem of the Netflix collection – few people watched the series, but those who did were extremely enthusiastic. Critics called it the Twin Peaks of a new generation,...
- 4/29/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
So Help Me Todd’s cancellation news has the whole fan community raging over the unfair decision, but this time things may have gone a bit further than usual.
Apparently, over the course of its relatively short run of two seasons, the show conquered so many hearts and to such an extent that fans weren't enough with just calling CBS out on the social media.
All the fuss around the media actually makes a lot of sense. So Help Me Todd initially follows quite an original and compelling plot that revolves around goofy Todd who isn’t able to keep his life together when it starts falling apart after Todd is deprived of his investigative license.
Luckily, he’s immediately picked up by his own mother, portrayed by Oscar-winning Marcia Gay Harden, who finds him a place in her law firm. Todd’s mother has high hopes that he will...
Apparently, over the course of its relatively short run of two seasons, the show conquered so many hearts and to such an extent that fans weren't enough with just calling CBS out on the social media.
All the fuss around the media actually makes a lot of sense. So Help Me Todd initially follows quite an original and compelling plot that revolves around goofy Todd who isn’t able to keep his life together when it starts falling apart after Todd is deprived of his investigative license.
Luckily, he’s immediately picked up by his own mother, portrayed by Oscar-winning Marcia Gay Harden, who finds him a place in her law firm. Todd’s mother has high hopes that he will...
- 4/26/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
TV shows have always been canceled, often suddenly. Being a fan of TV shows in general has always meant living in a state of constant readiness for disappointment.
The Internet is full of lists of "the TV shows canceled too early" dozens of lines long, and some stories have almost become legends, such as the cult Firefly, which the Fox network not only killed off in its infancy, but also shredded into pieces and tossed into the air in random order.
So Help Me Todd Canceled Before Season 3
Now, fans are mourning the loss of So Help Me Todd. It wasn't a hit or a big series event, but it didn't have to be. The show has become a warm and heartfelt story to which it is pleasant to return every week.
The second season of So Help Me Todd has not yet ended, but the heartbreaking news has already...
The Internet is full of lists of "the TV shows canceled too early" dozens of lines long, and some stories have almost become legends, such as the cult Firefly, which the Fox network not only killed off in its infancy, but also shredded into pieces and tossed into the air in random order.
So Help Me Todd Canceled Before Season 3
Now, fans are mourning the loss of So Help Me Todd. It wasn't a hit or a big series event, but it didn't have to be. The show has become a warm and heartfelt story to which it is pleasant to return every week.
The second season of So Help Me Todd has not yet ended, but the heartbreaking news has already...
- 4/23/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Actor Nathan Fillion has been leading the TV show The Rookie for soon to be seven seasons, now. But with Fillion playing officer John Nolan for so many years, the character hasn’t been a rookie for quite some time.
Fillion recently explained how the show lived up to its premise despite his character’s growing experience.
Nathan Fillion explained how the show is still ‘The Rookie’ Nathan Fillion | Raymond Liu/Getty Images Nathan Fillion
In the beginning, the show’s title The Rookie told audiences almost everything they needed to know about the series. Fillion played a middle-aged man who makes a sudden and severe career change when he decides to become a police officer. At 47 years-old, Fillion’s John Nolan became the oldest rookie in the LAPD at the time. Which was one of the main reasons why the Castle star was so attracted to the show.
“[John Nolan] is literally starting his life over,...
Fillion recently explained how the show lived up to its premise despite his character’s growing experience.
Nathan Fillion explained how the show is still ‘The Rookie’ Nathan Fillion | Raymond Liu/Getty Images Nathan Fillion
In the beginning, the show’s title The Rookie told audiences almost everything they needed to know about the series. Fillion played a middle-aged man who makes a sudden and severe career change when he decides to become a police officer. At 47 years-old, Fillion’s John Nolan became the oldest rookie in the LAPD at the time. Which was one of the main reasons why the Castle star was so attracted to the show.
“[John Nolan] is literally starting his life over,...
- 4/21/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Actor Nathan Fillion’s star power grew thanks to starring in shows like Castle and The Rookie. But before those two hit shows, he considered his sci-fi cult hit Firefly as the show that kick-started his career.
Nathan Fillion revealed that no one heard of him before ‘Firefly’ Nathan Fillion | Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images
Fillion initially didn’t know he’d be able to make a living from acting. In an interview with Closer, he confided that he saw acting as more of a side gig when he went to school. But getting an actual acting job that paid decently changed Fillion’s trajectory.
“I was going to finish off schooling and four months before graduation I got a job on a soap and moved to New York City. I did three years there, moved to Los Angeles on the advice of Bob Woods, who played my uncle on the show.
Nathan Fillion revealed that no one heard of him before ‘Firefly’ Nathan Fillion | Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images
Fillion initially didn’t know he’d be able to make a living from acting. In an interview with Closer, he confided that he saw acting as more of a side gig when he went to school. But getting an actual acting job that paid decently changed Fillion’s trajectory.
“I was going to finish off schooling and four months before graduation I got a job on a soap and moved to New York City. I did three years there, moved to Los Angeles on the advice of Bob Woods, who played my uncle on the show.
- 4/17/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Adobe’s generative artificial intelligence flagship is Firefly, a text-to-image tool that powers generative fill-in for Photoshop and text-to-vector in Illustrator. However, the 2024 Firefly model will power three AI video tools inside video editing software Premiere Pro: Generative Extend, Object Addition and Removal, and Text to Video.
Premiere already allows video editors to integrate Adobe creative cloud software like After Effects (motion graphics) and Audition (sound mixing). Today’s announcement makes clear that Adobe will take the same approach with AI. The company also announced that it is in “early explorations” to integrate video generation from OpenAI (Sora), Runway, and Pika Labs into Premiere.
Last week, Adobe demonstrated these new gen AI tools for IndieWire and shared examples (see video at the top of the page) of what will be available inside Premiere Pro before the end of the year.
Generative Extend Preview of Generative Extend coming to Premiere Pro...
Premiere already allows video editors to integrate Adobe creative cloud software like After Effects (motion graphics) and Audition (sound mixing). Today’s announcement makes clear that Adobe will take the same approach with AI. The company also announced that it is in “early explorations” to integrate video generation from OpenAI (Sora), Runway, and Pika Labs into Premiere.
Last week, Adobe demonstrated these new gen AI tools for IndieWire and shared examples (see video at the top of the page) of what will be available inside Premiere Pro before the end of the year.
Generative Extend Preview of Generative Extend coming to Premiere Pro...
- 4/15/2024
- by Chris O'Falt
- Indiewire
A trailer made by fans for a Batgirl movie with Jenna Ortega has got more than 1.03 million views in less than five days. It’s made by Kh Studio and uses different effects, sounds, AI, and movie stuff. But it’s just for fun and doesn’t mean Ortega is really doing anything with DC. Still, people might keep talking about Ortega joining DC because of how many people watched the trailer.
We’re not sure if there are any plans for Batgirl in Gunn’s Dcu, even though the trailer shows Dceu characters.
When James Gunn and Peter Safran took over as leaders of DC Studios last year, big changes were expected. Shortly after, the studio officially announced the end of the DC Extended Universe (Dceu) and introduced a new cinematic universe called Dcu, serving as a soft reboot. This shift resulted in the cancellation of planned sequels like...
We’re not sure if there are any plans for Batgirl in Gunn’s Dcu, even though the trailer shows Dceu characters.
When James Gunn and Peter Safran took over as leaders of DC Studios last year, big changes were expected. Shortly after, the studio officially announced the end of the DC Extended Universe (Dceu) and introduced a new cinematic universe called Dcu, serving as a soft reboot. This shift resulted in the cancellation of planned sequels like...
- 4/14/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
A fan-made trailer for a Batgirl movie starring Jenna Ortega has gained over 1.03 million views in less than five days. Created by Kh Studio, the trailer uses various effects, sound design, AI technologies, and movie analytics. However, it’s purely for entertainment and doesn’t indicate any real projects involving Ortega and DC. Despite this, rumors about Ortega’s potential casting may continue due to the trailer’s popularity.
Even though the trailer features Dceu characters, it’s unknown whether something related to Batgirl is planned in Gunn’s Dcu.
When James Gunn and Peter Safran took over as CEOs of DC Studios last year, we knew nothing would be the same. Indeed, it didn’t take long for the studio to officially announce the end of the DC Extended Universe and the start of another cinematic universe, Dcu, that will replace it as a soft reboot. That change in...
Even though the trailer features Dceu characters, it’s unknown whether something related to Batgirl is planned in Gunn’s Dcu.
When James Gunn and Peter Safran took over as CEOs of DC Studios last year, we knew nothing would be the same. Indeed, it didn’t take long for the studio to officially announce the end of the DC Extended Universe and the start of another cinematic universe, Dcu, that will replace it as a soft reboot. That change in...
- 4/14/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
When 9-1-1 co-creator Tim Minear signed up on Twitter (now known as X), he chose a telling handle to denote his legacy as a screenwriter and director: @Cancelledagain. “I was sort of infamous for all of my thundering failures over the years,” explains Minear. “Firefly lasted one season, Terriers one season, The Inside one season, Drive went for six episodes. Everything was canceled, so I just called myself ‘cancelled again,’ which actually worked out for me because these are all beloved little cult shows now.”
With the seventh season of 9-1-1, which he created with Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, underway and a milestone 100th episode premiering April 4, Minear now has a big, long-running show on his hands, plus a successful spinoff in 9-1-1: Lone Star, which will debut its fifth season in the fall. So much so that he’s considering a name change if he returns to the social media platform.
With the seventh season of 9-1-1, which he created with Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, underway and a milestone 100th episode premiering April 4, Minear now has a big, long-running show on his hands, plus a successful spinoff in 9-1-1: Lone Star, which will debut its fifth season in the fall. So much so that he’s considering a name change if he returns to the social media platform.
- 4/4/2024
- by Brande Victorian
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Rob Zombie has said that for every one film project of his that moves forward, there are five potential projects that fall by the wayside. We haven’t heard of quite that many unmade Rob Zombie movies, but we have heard of several over the years that never got off the ground… and unfortunately, most of them sounded pretty interesting. A little over a year ago, Zombie had said he didn’t know what his next movie is going to be, but he did know what it’s not going to be: he won’t be continuing his Firefly franchise, and he doesn’t want to make a sequel to The Munsters (which was poorly received). So while he figures out his next cinematic move, we we have put together a list of Rob Zombie Movies We Want To See!
Dr. Satan Prequel/Sequel
Okay, so this flies right in...
Dr. Satan Prequel/Sequel
Okay, so this flies right in...
- 3/30/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
No one confused early Sora demonstrations with art, but what startled filmmakers is these semi-professional and quasi-lifelike images introduced a doomsday scenario: Studios will use this rapidly evolving tech to replace them.
It’s a pervasive fear — with the notable exception of those filmmakers who are early adopters of generative artificial intelligence tools.
Over the last three weeks, I spoke to dozens of film and television creatives who use AI-based software programs like Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, Runway, and Stable Diffusion. They’re excited by the tools and their applications — but they also see their massive and inherent limitations.
“It’s a fraught time because the messaging that’s out there is not being led by creators,” said producer Diana Williams. A former Lucasfilm executive who is now the CEO and co-founder of Kinetic Energy Entertainment, she spoke at the 2024 SXSW panel “Visual (R)evolution: How AI is Impacting Creative Industries.
It’s a pervasive fear — with the notable exception of those filmmakers who are early adopters of generative artificial intelligence tools.
Over the last three weeks, I spoke to dozens of film and television creatives who use AI-based software programs like Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, Runway, and Stable Diffusion. They’re excited by the tools and their applications — but they also see their massive and inherent limitations.
“It’s a fraught time because the messaging that’s out there is not being led by creators,” said producer Diana Williams. A former Lucasfilm executive who is now the CEO and co-founder of Kinetic Energy Entertainment, she spoke at the 2024 SXSW panel “Visual (R)evolution: How AI is Impacting Creative Industries.
- 3/29/2024
- by Chris O'Falt
- Indiewire
Fire Country has found immense success on Friday nights for CBS.
The firefighting drama stars Max Thieriot from Seal Team (Clay Spenser) and Bates Motel (Dylan Massett). He plays Bode Donovan (Leone).
The network has had lots of success with its NCIS Universe and the trio of FBI shows, so CBS wants to see if a Fire Country spin-off will work.
An upcoming episode of Fire Country is called Alert the Sheriff, and it is a planned backdoor pilot.
If CBS is happy with fan response and how the new characters work within the world of Fire Country, that episode will springboard into a new show called Sheriff Country.
This is called a backdoor pilot, where the characters from a planned show appear first on the primary show. Main characters for NCIS: Los Angeles appeared in a two-episode arc of NCIS, while Chicago P.D. characters first appeared on Chicago Fire for NBC.
The firefighting drama stars Max Thieriot from Seal Team (Clay Spenser) and Bates Motel (Dylan Massett). He plays Bode Donovan (Leone).
The network has had lots of success with its NCIS Universe and the trio of FBI shows, so CBS wants to see if a Fire Country spin-off will work.
An upcoming episode of Fire Country is called Alert the Sheriff, and it is a planned backdoor pilot.
If CBS is happy with fan response and how the new characters work within the world of Fire Country, that episode will springboard into a new show called Sheriff Country.
This is called a backdoor pilot, where the characters from a planned show appear first on the primary show. Main characters for NCIS: Los Angeles appeared in a two-episode arc of NCIS, while Chicago P.D. characters first appeared on Chicago Fire for NBC.
- 3/28/2024
- by Ryan DeVault
- Monsters and Critics
Actor Nathan Fillion recently found himself cast in movies like The Suicide Squad and Superman: Legacy. But back before these roles, many were eager to see Fillion in superhero movies in some form. However, there was one role fans linked him to that Fillion just couldn’t see himself playing.
Why it took so long for Nathan Fillion to do a Marvel movie Nathan Filliom | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
It seemed it was only a matter of time before Fillion did a superhero feature. He already had good professional relationships with two filmmakers connected with Marvel movies. He worked alongside Avengers director Joss Whedon in the cult classic show Firefly. He was also good friends with Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn, who he did Slither and Super with.
At the time, Fillion shared that he didn’t do a Marvel movie because he was tied up with another franchise.
Why it took so long for Nathan Fillion to do a Marvel movie Nathan Filliom | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
It seemed it was only a matter of time before Fillion did a superhero feature. He already had good professional relationships with two filmmakers connected with Marvel movies. He worked alongside Avengers director Joss Whedon in the cult classic show Firefly. He was also good friends with Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn, who he did Slither and Super with.
At the time, Fillion shared that he didn’t do a Marvel movie because he was tied up with another franchise.
- 3/28/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
In the game Stellar Blade, Eve is a big deal, known for her power and charm that hooks players around the world. Yet, did you realize her look is really based on a real person? That’s right, it is a Korean model named Shin Jae-eun. She has this enthralling energy and a killer figure, which got transformed into Eve through a detailed 3D scan.
Stellar Blade (credit: via push square)
Now, as the 32-year-old’s popularity soars, she’s on the verge of worldwide fame. Her allure is crossing borders, prepared to wow gamers all over. It’s like she’s venturing into the spotlight of Stellar Blade’s digital world, making her mark on a global scale.
Eve’s Body In Stellar Blade Mirrors Korean Model Shin Jae-Eun’s 3D Scan
Stellar Blade, once known as Project Eve, was an action RPG underway by the Korean studio Shift Up.
Stellar Blade (credit: via push square)
Now, as the 32-year-old’s popularity soars, she’s on the verge of worldwide fame. Her allure is crossing borders, prepared to wow gamers all over. It’s like she’s venturing into the spotlight of Stellar Blade’s digital world, making her mark on a global scale.
Eve’s Body In Stellar Blade Mirrors Korean Model Shin Jae-Eun’s 3D Scan
Stellar Blade, once known as Project Eve, was an action RPG underway by the Korean studio Shift Up.
- 3/26/2024
- by Muskan Chaudhary
- FandomWire
Playing through Outcast: A New Beginning, immediately after playing the Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection had me feeling like I was inadvertently taking part in a retro gaming week. The difference is that one of these titles was essentially a straight port of a game from 2004, and the other is a brand new 2024 release that is only available on current-gen platforms.
From reading that opening paragraph, you may be led to believe that I am going to spend the rest of this review bashing Outcast: A New Beginning for its outdated physics, and its sub-par character models, but in fact the opposite is true. Playing through this game feels like a love letter to a bygone era; the mid-tier.
Outcast: A New Beginning releases on March 15 and is available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Outcast: A New Beginning is a AA title, and it is a good one at that.
From reading that opening paragraph, you may be led to believe that I am going to spend the rest of this review bashing Outcast: A New Beginning for its outdated physics, and its sub-par character models, but in fact the opposite is true. Playing through this game feels like a love letter to a bygone era; the mid-tier.
Outcast: A New Beginning releases on March 15 and is available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Outcast: A New Beginning is a AA title, and it is a good one at that.
- 3/14/2024
- by Daniel Boyd
- FandomWire
Actors Nathan Fillion and Stana Katic were once reportedly at odds with each other on the set of Castle. Neither have corroborated the reports. But if there’s one thing the two actors didn’t see eye-to-eye on, it was the relationship between the characters.
Nathan Fillion and Stana Katic had opposite views of their ‘Castle’ characters getting together Stana Katic and Nathan Fillion | Richard Cartwright/Getty Images
Back in the earlier years of Castle, the series was known to play up the romantic tension between Fillion’s and Katic’s characters. The two led completely different lives before crossing paths. Fillion’s Richard Castle was a crime novelist, whereas Katic’s Kate Beckett was a real-life officer. When Castle started investigating crimes alongside Kate, he sometimes proved to be a valuable asset to the police. This led to Castle gradually earning both the character’s respect and attention over time.
Nathan Fillion and Stana Katic had opposite views of their ‘Castle’ characters getting together Stana Katic and Nathan Fillion | Richard Cartwright/Getty Images
Back in the earlier years of Castle, the series was known to play up the romantic tension between Fillion’s and Katic’s characters. The two led completely different lives before crossing paths. Fillion’s Richard Castle was a crime novelist, whereas Katic’s Kate Beckett was a real-life officer. When Castle started investigating crimes alongside Kate, he sometimes proved to be a valuable asset to the police. This led to Castle gradually earning both the character’s respect and attention over time.
- 3/9/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Actor Nathan Fillion has worked with a few notable guest stars during his time with The Rookie cast. But there was one guest star who he surprised with his new attitude.
Nathan Fillion | Erica Parise/Getty Images This former ‘Castle’ star was shocked by how much Nathan Fillion changed on ‘The Rookie’
Fillion has been a part of some of television’s most critically praised shows. Before The Rookie, he was known for playing millionaire author Richard Castle in the titular series Castle. Many of Fillion’s former Castle co-stars have made small appearances on The Rookie, from Jon Huertas to Tamala Jones.
Jones, who played a medical examiner on the hit series, portrayed a wife to a former rap star on The Rookie. She was more than excited to team up with her former Castle co-star. But she was surprised at Fillion’s newfound maturity on set.
“That was so great.
Nathan Fillion | Erica Parise/Getty Images This former ‘Castle’ star was shocked by how much Nathan Fillion changed on ‘The Rookie’
Fillion has been a part of some of television’s most critically praised shows. Before The Rookie, he was known for playing millionaire author Richard Castle in the titular series Castle. Many of Fillion’s former Castle co-stars have made small appearances on The Rookie, from Jon Huertas to Tamala Jones.
Jones, who played a medical examiner on the hit series, portrayed a wife to a former rap star on The Rookie. She was more than excited to team up with her former Castle co-star. But she was surprised at Fillion’s newfound maturity on set.
“That was so great.
- 3/1/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Ladies and gentlemen, enjoy your first look at James Gunn's "Superman." Given that it's Superman's birthday, director James Gunn decided to share the first look at the much-anticipated reboot of the franchise, which is due to hit theaters next summer. Previously titled "Superman: Legacy," the film stars David Corenswet ("Pearl") as our new Man of Steel. But Gunn, in revealing our first look at the hero's new suit, also revealed the new, shorter title for the film. Check it out:
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"Overjoyed to be announcing the start of principal photography on Superman today, February 29, which just so happens to be – coincidentally and unplanned – Superman's birthday," Gunn said on Instagram along with the picture of the suit. "When I finished the first draft of the script, I called the film Superman: Legacy. By the time I locked the final draft,...
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"Overjoyed to be announcing the start of principal photography on Superman today, February 29, which just so happens to be – coincidentally and unplanned – Superman's birthday," Gunn said on Instagram along with the picture of the suit. "When I finished the first draft of the script, I called the film Superman: Legacy. By the time I locked the final draft,...
- 2/29/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
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