Fans may have had trouble pronouncing Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa’s name, but don’t fret – even the actor did not know how to properly say it until he turned 26. Now, he’s educating people on how to say it the right way.
Ncuti Gatwa in the trailer of Doctor Who / BBC
Gatwa rose to fame for his role as Eric Effiong in Netflix’s S*x Education series, and now he’s gracing the screen as the first-ever Black actor to star as the lead in BBC’s Doctor Who.
Ncuti Gatwa Teaches The Public How To Say His Name
In a recent Instagram video interview with costar Millie Gibson, actor Ncuti Gatwa revealed the proper pronunciation of his name.
My name is pronounced N-shoo-tee. It’s like a n (pause) shoo-tee. Only learned properly how to pronounce it at 26. When I started coming into the public eye...
Ncuti Gatwa in the trailer of Doctor Who / BBC
Gatwa rose to fame for his role as Eric Effiong in Netflix’s S*x Education series, and now he’s gracing the screen as the first-ever Black actor to star as the lead in BBC’s Doctor Who.
Ncuti Gatwa Teaches The Public How To Say His Name
In a recent Instagram video interview with costar Millie Gibson, actor Ncuti Gatwa revealed the proper pronunciation of his name.
My name is pronounced N-shoo-tee. It’s like a n (pause) shoo-tee. Only learned properly how to pronounce it at 26. When I started coming into the public eye...
- 5/18/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
As part of the Marché du Film at Cannes, Byron Allen’s Freestyle Digital Media has acquired the North American rights to thriller The Ghost Trap, The Hollywood Reporter can exclusively reveal.
It focuses on a young lobsterman who is forced to choose between right and wrong when his girlfriend suffers a traumatic head injury after being swept off his boat by a rogue wave, and a rival lobster family sabotages his gear. A deadly trap war ensues.
Zak Steiner (White Men Can’t Jump, Euphoria), Greer Grammer (Awkward, Deadly Illusions), Sarah Catherine Hook (First Kill, The White Lotus) and Steven Ogg (The Walking Dead, Westworld) are set to star.
The supporting cast includes Taylor Takahashi (Boogie), Xander Berkeley (The Terminator, Apollo 13), Sarah Clarke (Twilight), Billy Wirth (The Lost Boys) and Heather Thomas (The Fall Guy).
On his feature directorial debut, James Khanlarian directs from K. Stephens’ script, based on...
It focuses on a young lobsterman who is forced to choose between right and wrong when his girlfriend suffers a traumatic head injury after being swept off his boat by a rogue wave, and a rival lobster family sabotages his gear. A deadly trap war ensues.
Zak Steiner (White Men Can’t Jump, Euphoria), Greer Grammer (Awkward, Deadly Illusions), Sarah Catherine Hook (First Kill, The White Lotus) and Steven Ogg (The Walking Dead, Westworld) are set to star.
The supporting cast includes Taylor Takahashi (Boogie), Xander Berkeley (The Terminator, Apollo 13), Sarah Clarke (Twilight), Billy Wirth (The Lost Boys) and Heather Thomas (The Fall Guy).
On his feature directorial debut, James Khanlarian directs from K. Stephens’ script, based on...
- 5/17/2024
- by Lily Ford
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It was a big night for Lainey Wilson at the ACM Awards. She opened the show with a bang and then capped her evening by winning the coveted “Entertainer of the Year” award.
Wilson opened the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards with a cover of Little Texas’s 1993 hit, God Blessed Texas, along with her own Hang Tight Honey.
The singer was up for four awards this year and won three. It continues her hot hand at the ACMs. In 2023, she was the most-nominated artist and took home the most trophies.
Thanks for keeping us entertained all year long, @laineywilson #ACMawards pic.twitter.com/qfogl9aXXL
— ACM Awards (@ACMawards) May 17, 2024
Reba McEntire hosted this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards, airing live on Prime Video from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas
Entering the show, Luke Combs was the top nominee with eight selections, with Megan Moroney...
Wilson opened the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards with a cover of Little Texas’s 1993 hit, God Blessed Texas, along with her own Hang Tight Honey.
The singer was up for four awards this year and won three. It continues her hot hand at the ACMs. In 2023, she was the most-nominated artist and took home the most trophies.
Thanks for keeping us entertained all year long, @laineywilson #ACMawards pic.twitter.com/qfogl9aXXL
— ACM Awards (@ACMawards) May 17, 2024
Reba McEntire hosted this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards, airing live on Prime Video from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas
Entering the show, Luke Combs was the top nominee with eight selections, with Megan Moroney...
- 5/17/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
General Hospital Scintillating Cast Changes In 2024—Shock Exits, Surprise Recasts, Fan Fave Returns!
General Hospital (Gh) spoilers tease that things are constantly changing on soap operas and this include the cast. We’re not even halfway through 2024 and already there have been some stunning changes to the cast of the ABC daytime drama. Here’s what you need to know to be in the know!
General Hospital Spoilers – Returns And Exits
Lydia Look returned in February as Selina Wu and William Lipton returned as Cameron Webber.
Fans previously saw Lipton in March 2023 when the character left to attend school at Stanford. Lipton can be seem on the Amazon series The Runarounds.
Michael E. Knight is on a temporary hiatus as southern lawyer Martin Gray. A return date has not been announced.
Gh Spoilers – Daytime Additions
Eva Larue joined the cast as Natalia Rogers-Ramirez the mother of singer Blaze. Larue debuted on February 26 and she has caught the eye of Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard...
General Hospital Spoilers – Returns And Exits
Lydia Look returned in February as Selina Wu and William Lipton returned as Cameron Webber.
Fans previously saw Lipton in March 2023 when the character left to attend school at Stanford. Lipton can be seem on the Amazon series The Runarounds.
Michael E. Knight is on a temporary hiatus as southern lawyer Martin Gray. A return date has not been announced.
Gh Spoilers – Daytime Additions
Eva Larue joined the cast as Natalia Rogers-Ramirez the mother of singer Blaze. Larue debuted on February 26 and she has caught the eye of Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard...
- 5/12/2024
- by Tanya Clark
- Celebrating The Soaps
Ncuti Gatwa leads the latest season of Doctor Who with Russell T. Davies at the helm. The famed producer returned to the rebooted franchise despite years of claiming he would never turn his head back on the show again.
Ncuti Gatwa in Doctor Who Season 14 trailer
It’s not as if he doesn’t like the revival series, but Davies initially wanted to move on to other new projects. He remained a faithful Doctor Who lover, and he was very much proud of what he had accomplished over the time he spent with the franchise.
Russell T. Davies Shares True Reason For His Return To The Doctor Who Series
During his interview with Screen Rant, showrunner Russell T. Davies revealed why he decided to come back to the Doctor Who franchise even though he has mentioned a lot of times in the past that he’s not returning.
“I wanted...
Ncuti Gatwa in Doctor Who Season 14 trailer
It’s not as if he doesn’t like the revival series, but Davies initially wanted to move on to other new projects. He remained a faithful Doctor Who lover, and he was very much proud of what he had accomplished over the time he spent with the franchise.
Russell T. Davies Shares True Reason For His Return To The Doctor Who Series
During his interview with Screen Rant, showrunner Russell T. Davies revealed why he decided to come back to the Doctor Who franchise even though he has mentioned a lot of times in the past that he’s not returning.
“I wanted...
- 5/7/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Some fun news: TV veteran Malcolm-Jamal Warner is scrubbing in for a guest-starring role on 9-1-1.
The actor will appear in four upcoming episodes of the Ryan Murphy procedural as Amir, a hospital burn unit nurse with ties to Bobby’s (Peter Krause) past, our sister site Deadline reports.
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Warner is no stranger to scrubs,...
The actor will appear in four upcoming episodes of the Ryan Murphy procedural as Amir, a hospital burn unit nurse with ties to Bobby’s (Peter Krause) past, our sister site Deadline reports.
More from TVLineTVLine Items: Daredevil Recast Reversed, Hacks Star's Stand-Up Special and More9-1-1's Oliver Stark Blasts Critics of Buck's Bisexuality: 'I Fear You've Missed the Entire Point'9-1-1 EP Previews Buck and Tommy's Awkward First Date - Watch Video
Warner is no stranger to scrubs,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
Steve Yockey, creator of the Max series “The Flight Attendant,” is joining Starfleet as the new screenwriter for “Star Trek 4.”
Story details remain under a powerful cloaking device, but Paramount Pictures and Bad Robot still intend the project to be the final chapter for the cast that rebooted the franchise in movie theaters with 2009’s “Star Trek,” including Chris Pine (as Capt. James T. Kirk), Zachary Quinto (as Cmdr. Spock), Zoe Saldaña (as Lt. Nyota Uhura), Karl Urban (as Dr. Leonard McCoy), John Cho (as Lt. Hikaru Sulu) and Simon Pegg (as chief engineer Montgomery Scott). (Variety first reported the news in its cover story on the future of the “Star Trek” franchise.)
Bringing the cast back following 2016’s “Star Trek Beyond” has proven trickier for the studio than finding an altruistic Ferengi. At least three previous attempts fell apart for various reasons, most recently with director Matt Shakman...
Story details remain under a powerful cloaking device, but Paramount Pictures and Bad Robot still intend the project to be the final chapter for the cast that rebooted the franchise in movie theaters with 2009’s “Star Trek,” including Chris Pine (as Capt. James T. Kirk), Zachary Quinto (as Cmdr. Spock), Zoe Saldaña (as Lt. Nyota Uhura), Karl Urban (as Dr. Leonard McCoy), John Cho (as Lt. Hikaru Sulu) and Simon Pegg (as chief engineer Montgomery Scott). (Variety first reported the news in its cover story on the future of the “Star Trek” franchise.)
Bringing the cast back following 2016’s “Star Trek Beyond” has proven trickier for the studio than finding an altruistic Ferengi. At least three previous attempts fell apart for various reasons, most recently with director Matt Shakman...
- 3/27/2024
- by Adam B. Vary
- Variety Film + TV
A new episode of Chicago Fire introduced a new character.
Following the exit of Sylvie Brett (played by Kara Killmer), the show introduced a fresh face at Firehouse 51.
It was a bumpy ride for the new paramedic in charge while it was her first time being the boss.
Violet Mikami (Hanako Greensmith) was promoted to a bigger role at the house but was also concerned that the new paramedic chief had it in for her.
Violet was faced with the new paramedic just showing up at the firehouse before even being contacted by their boss.
Before she could explain how she wanted things done or even give him a tour of the house, the alarms went off.
Chicago Fire’s new paramedic is played by Wesam Keesh
Wesam Keesh was seen as Adam “Malachi” Mintock on Law & Order: Organized Crime, Jay Simmons on For The People, and Kyle Cohen on Awkward.
Following the exit of Sylvie Brett (played by Kara Killmer), the show introduced a fresh face at Firehouse 51.
It was a bumpy ride for the new paramedic in charge while it was her first time being the boss.
Violet Mikami (Hanako Greensmith) was promoted to a bigger role at the house but was also concerned that the new paramedic chief had it in for her.
Violet was faced with the new paramedic just showing up at the firehouse before even being contacted by their boss.
Before she could explain how she wanted things done or even give him a tour of the house, the alarms went off.
Chicago Fire’s new paramedic is played by Wesam Keesh
Wesam Keesh was seen as Adam “Malachi” Mintock on Law & Order: Organized Crime, Jay Simmons on For The People, and Kyle Cohen on Awkward.
- 3/21/2024
- by Ryan DeVault
- Monsters and Critics
Hallmark Channel has found The Way Home… to a third season of its popular time-traveling family drama, TVLine has learned. The pickup comes ahead of this Sunday’s penultimate episode, with the Season 2 finale slated for March 31 at 9/8c; Season 3 will premiere in 2025.
Starring Andie MacDowell and Chyler Leigh, The Way Home tells the story of three generations of strong and independent women — Kat Landry (Supergirl vet Leigh), her teen daughter Alice (Sadie Laflamme-Snow), and Kat’s mother Del (Cedar Cove‘s MacDowell). With the help of a magical pond that allows Kat and Alice to time travel, the series...
Starring Andie MacDowell and Chyler Leigh, The Way Home tells the story of three generations of strong and independent women — Kat Landry (Supergirl vet Leigh), her teen daughter Alice (Sadie Laflamme-Snow), and Kat’s mother Del (Cedar Cove‘s MacDowell). With the help of a magical pond that allows Kat and Alice to time travel, the series...
- 3/20/2024
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
The Chicago Fire cast has a new paramedic working with Violet Mikami.
Following Sylvie Brett’s exit from Firehouse 51, Violet has to be assigned a new partner on Ambulance 61.
Actress Kara Killmer played Brett for years but has now moved on to other things.
Kara teased what’s next for her in a new interview.
But the show must go on. And that means Violet has to have someone sitting next to her on medical calls.
The showrunner previously revealed that there are bumps ahead, and she also hinted that Violet could have several new people who try to fill Brett’s shoes.
Chicago Fire episode photos tease new paramedic
NBC released images for Chicago Fire Season 12, Episode 8. That is the episode that will debut on Wednesday, March 27.
In one of the images, Firehouse 51 is on a call at a treatment center, where Violet is shown working with someone new.
Following Sylvie Brett’s exit from Firehouse 51, Violet has to be assigned a new partner on Ambulance 61.
Actress Kara Killmer played Brett for years but has now moved on to other things.
Kara teased what’s next for her in a new interview.
But the show must go on. And that means Violet has to have someone sitting next to her on medical calls.
The showrunner previously revealed that there are bumps ahead, and she also hinted that Violet could have several new people who try to fill Brett’s shoes.
Chicago Fire episode photos tease new paramedic
NBC released images for Chicago Fire Season 12, Episode 8. That is the episode that will debut on Wednesday, March 27.
In one of the images, Firehouse 51 is on a call at a treatment center, where Violet is shown working with someone new.
- 3/17/2024
- by Ryan DeVault
- Monsters and Critics
That’s a wrap on Oscar season 2024 — but first, the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast’s Roundtable dives in one last time to take a final look at the highs, lows and head scratchers from Sunday night’s ceremony. “Oppenheimer” did huge, but it didn’t quite sweep. “Poor Things” over-poor-formed. We’re still not quite sure what Al Pacino was doing before handing out the best picture Academy
Award. But overall, this year’s Oscars gets high marks for good speeches, fun segments, solid quips by host Jimmy Kimmel and perhaps — most importantly — ending early.
Listen to this week’s episode, and join Clayton Davis, Jenelle Riley, Jazz Tangcay and Michael Schneider as we give our parting thoughts in another Roundtable Mega Edition below:
And here are some required readings from Oscar night 2024:
How to Improve the Oscars: Add New Categories, Bump the Show Up to February and More...
Award. But overall, this year’s Oscars gets high marks for good speeches, fun segments, solid quips by host Jimmy Kimmel and perhaps — most importantly — ending early.
Listen to this week’s episode, and join Clayton Davis, Jenelle Riley, Jazz Tangcay and Michael Schneider as we give our parting thoughts in another Roundtable Mega Edition below:
And here are some required readings from Oscar night 2024:
How to Improve the Oscars: Add New Categories, Bump the Show Up to February and More...
- 3/15/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Desi Lydic, who has gained notice during her recent tenure as one of the correspondents at Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” has signed with Artists First, the talent-management firm known for its stable of comic actors.
Lydic joined “The Daily Show” as a correspondent in September 2015, just as Trevor Noah started his tenure as host. Since his exit late last year, she has served as a solo guest host and last month co-hosted alongside Jordan Klepper. Her work as a correspondent won her the 2020 Webby Award for “Best Web Personality/Host/”
Her work on the show has led to other opportunities. She starred in the viral series, “Desi Lydic: Foxsplains,” which earned her a 2022 Emmy Award nomination for “Outstanding Actress In A Short Form Comedy Or Drama Series.” In May 2019, she debuted her first one-hour special, “Desi Lydic: Abroad” where she set out on a global expedition to explore how and why the U.
Lydic joined “The Daily Show” as a correspondent in September 2015, just as Trevor Noah started his tenure as host. Since his exit late last year, she has served as a solo guest host and last month co-hosted alongside Jordan Klepper. Her work as a correspondent won her the 2020 Webby Award for “Best Web Personality/Host/”
Her work on the show has led to other opportunities. She starred in the viral series, “Desi Lydic: Foxsplains,” which earned her a 2022 Emmy Award nomination for “Outstanding Actress In A Short Form Comedy Or Drama Series.” In May 2019, she debuted her first one-hour special, “Desi Lydic: Abroad” where she set out on a global expedition to explore how and why the U.
- 12/6/2023
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
Alex Cooper and Matt Kaplan have tapped Mina Lefevre as the chief content officer of Television of their newly formed media company, Trending.
Lefevre will report to Kaplan and oversee creative, and strategic oversight for the company in scripted and unscripted.
“I am thrilled to be joining the incredibly talented team at Trending at such a pivotal time,” said Lefevre. “Alex Cooper and Matt Kaplan are a bold creative force that understand not only how to create content but also actively shape the cultural conversations for Gen-z. I am excited about the opportunities ahead to work with today’s leading creators and storytellers.”
“Mina Lefevre has an extraordinary track record in shepherding premium content and prestige television that speaks to the cultural zeitgeist,” said Kaplan and Cooper. “Having worked with her previously at MTV, Mina will once again bring her wealth of experience, robust relationships with talent and create shows...
Lefevre will report to Kaplan and oversee creative, and strategic oversight for the company in scripted and unscripted.
“I am thrilled to be joining the incredibly talented team at Trending at such a pivotal time,” said Lefevre. “Alex Cooper and Matt Kaplan are a bold creative force that understand not only how to create content but also actively shape the cultural conversations for Gen-z. I am excited about the opportunities ahead to work with today’s leading creators and storytellers.”
“Mina Lefevre has an extraordinary track record in shepherding premium content and prestige television that speaks to the cultural zeitgeist,” said Kaplan and Cooper. “Having worked with her previously at MTV, Mina will once again bring her wealth of experience, robust relationships with talent and create shows...
- 11/28/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Trending, the media company launched by Call Her Daddy’s Alex Cooper and To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before producer Matt Kaplan, has hired former Meta and MTV exec Mina Lefevre.
Lefevre joins the company as chief content officer of television.
Trending is a Gen-z focused company that includes Ace Entertainment, which was founded by Kaplan, Call Her Daddy and talent network The Unwell Network.
Lefevre will oversee its scripted and unscripted television content.
She left Facebook owner Meta earlier this year as part of a round of layoffs at the social networking company after it moved out of original programming.
Lefevre spent around six years at the company as head of development and programming, where she developed and produced original series for Facebook Watch as well as its other services including Oculus, Messenger, and Instagram. This included Red Table Talk with Jada Pinkett Smith, Willow Smith...
Lefevre joins the company as chief content officer of television.
Trending is a Gen-z focused company that includes Ace Entertainment, which was founded by Kaplan, Call Her Daddy and talent network The Unwell Network.
Lefevre will oversee its scripted and unscripted television content.
She left Facebook owner Meta earlier this year as part of a round of layoffs at the social networking company after it moved out of original programming.
Lefevre spent around six years at the company as head of development and programming, where she developed and produced original series for Facebook Watch as well as its other services including Oculus, Messenger, and Instagram. This included Red Table Talk with Jada Pinkett Smith, Willow Smith...
- 11/28/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
We’re the Millers fans aren’t likely to find out what happened to David, Rose, Kenny, and Casey because a sequel isn’t in the cards.
The 2013 comedy left fans with a cliffhanger. “The Millers” ended up in witness protection, living in the suburbs, running a marijuana side hustle. Questions were left unanswered like: Did David and Rose really end up together? And what role do Kenny and Casey play in the faux family?
We’re the Millers 2 ‘is probably not gonna happen’
Actor Will Poulter who played Kenny Miller said that he doesn’t think a sequel will ever happen. “I don’t think so, but I got a lot of love for Jennifer [Aniston] and Jason [Sudeikis] and Rawson [Marshall Thurber], our director. I would happily work with any of them again, but I think We’re Still the Millers is probably not gonna happen,” he told US Weekly in 2022.
When...
The 2013 comedy left fans with a cliffhanger. “The Millers” ended up in witness protection, living in the suburbs, running a marijuana side hustle. Questions were left unanswered like: Did David and Rose really end up together? And what role do Kenny and Casey play in the faux family?
We’re the Millers 2 ‘is probably not gonna happen’
Actor Will Poulter who played Kenny Miller said that he doesn’t think a sequel will ever happen. “I don’t think so, but I got a lot of love for Jennifer [Aniston] and Jason [Sudeikis] and Rawson [Marshall Thurber], our director. I would happily work with any of them again, but I think We’re Still the Millers is probably not gonna happen,” he told US Weekly in 2022.
When...
- 9/21/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Greer Grammer is speaking out about the residual checks she gets sent for her work on MTV's Awkward.
Grammer played Lissa Miller as a recurring player on the comedy series' first two seasons before being elevated to a series regular for the final three seasons.
Greer took to TikTok to open residual checks on camera to support the SAG-AFTRA strike.
"Let's open some streaming residuals," she said at the top of the video.
"So, I just got all these bad boys in the mail today and I figured since there have been so many discussions about streaming residuals with the SAG strike going on, that I would do some live opening on what mine actually are right now."
The actress picked one and opened it before saying:
"Awkward, 'Are You there, God? It's Me, Jenna.' Total gross: .80 cents. Oh, actually, that's what this [paystub] says, but the check is actually for .50 cents.
Grammer played Lissa Miller as a recurring player on the comedy series' first two seasons before being elevated to a series regular for the final three seasons.
Greer took to TikTok to open residual checks on camera to support the SAG-AFTRA strike.
"Let's open some streaming residuals," she said at the top of the video.
"So, I just got all these bad boys in the mail today and I figured since there have been so many discussions about streaming residuals with the SAG strike going on, that I would do some live opening on what mine actually are right now."
The actress picked one and opened it before saying:
"Awkward, 'Are You there, God? It's Me, Jenna.' Total gross: .80 cents. Oh, actually, that's what this [paystub] says, but the check is actually for .50 cents.
- 8/7/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Canadian-American actor William Beau Mirchoff was born in Seattle, Washington, but raised in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He rose to prominence after starring in a range of films and TV shows. However, he is best known for his role as Matty McKibben in the MTV comedy-drama series Awkward. Besides that, he was in Good Trouble as Jamie Hunter and on Now Apocalypse as Ford Halstead. He’s also been in films like Scary Movie 4, and I Am Number Four. Outside his onscreen performances., Mirchoff is just as interesting. Here are some facts about him. 1. Beau Mirchoff Is A Capricorn The...
- 7/30/2023
- by Ima Whyte
- TVovermind.com
Beau Mirchoff has starred in many series, including Awkward and Good Trouble. Still, he's become leading man material on Ride, the new family drama about the McMurrays who are trying everything to save their ranch.
Mirchoff plays the middle son, who is complicated. He has only recently returned from the service and has been thrown into the family tradition of bull riding with his brother's widow and his long-time crush Missy as his crush. Talk about complicated.
Mirchoff also guest-stars on Good Trouble as Jamie Hunter, and Jamie and Callie Adams-Foster recently got engaged.
We chatted with Mirchoff about Cash's motivations for bull riding, his relationships with Valeria and Missy, and if he could tease anything about the Jamie and Callie wedding on Good Trouble.
Check it out below.
Hi Beau. What has been your favorite part about playing Cash McMurray on Hallmark's Ride so far?
That's a good question.
Mirchoff plays the middle son, who is complicated. He has only recently returned from the service and has been thrown into the family tradition of bull riding with his brother's widow and his long-time crush Missy as his crush. Talk about complicated.
Mirchoff also guest-stars on Good Trouble as Jamie Hunter, and Jamie and Callie Adams-Foster recently got engaged.
We chatted with Mirchoff about Cash's motivations for bull riding, his relationships with Valeria and Missy, and if he could tease anything about the Jamie and Callie wedding on Good Trouble.
Check it out below.
Hi Beau. What has been your favorite part about playing Cash McMurray on Hallmark's Ride so far?
That's a good question.
- 5/6/2023
- by Laura Nowak
- TVfanatic
Exclusive: Mina Lefevre, who was Head of Development and Programming at Meta, is departing Facebook’s parent company.
Lefevre, who was formerly EVP and Head of Scripted at MTV, is exiting as part of the latest round of layoffs at the Mark Zuckerberg-run company, which has seen more than 20,000 employees leave.
The departure comes amid a pivot for Facebook, which already had scaled back its original programming efforts since the days of scripted series such as Elizabeth Olsen-fronted Sorry For Your Loss and Sacred Lies, shepherded by Lefevre.
None of the remaining Fb Watch Originals, most notably Red Table Talk, are coming back for new seasons as the company is getting out of that business, shifting its focus on creating VR experiences in Meta Horizon Worlds that can also be deployed across Facebook, Instagram and Messenger. Fb Watch remains as video player for such content, while members of Lefevre’s team,...
Lefevre, who was formerly EVP and Head of Scripted at MTV, is exiting as part of the latest round of layoffs at the Mark Zuckerberg-run company, which has seen more than 20,000 employees leave.
The departure comes amid a pivot for Facebook, which already had scaled back its original programming efforts since the days of scripted series such as Elizabeth Olsen-fronted Sorry For Your Loss and Sacred Lies, shepherded by Lefevre.
None of the remaining Fb Watch Originals, most notably Red Table Talk, are coming back for new seasons as the company is getting out of that business, shifting its focus on creating VR experiences in Meta Horizon Worlds that can also be deployed across Facebook, Instagram and Messenger. Fb Watch remains as video player for such content, while members of Lefevre’s team,...
- 4/26/2023
- by Peter White and Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has canceled “On My Block” spinoff “Freeridge” after just one season, TheWrap has learned.
The eight-episode YA series starred Keyla Monterroso Mejia and Bryana Salaz, as, respectively, rival sisters Gloria and Ines, and featured an entirely Poc cast.
“Freeridge,” which premiered on Feb. 2, was ordered to series in September 2021 when it was announced that “On My Block” would be ending with its fourth season.
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The half-hour series also co-starred Tenzing Norgay Trainor as Cam, Ciara Riley Wilson as Demi, and Peggy Blow as Mariluna. Michael Solomon, Zaire Adams also co-starred, with Eme Ikwuakor and Raushanah Simmons reprising their roles from “On My Block.”
The series was from “On My Block” co-creators Lauren Iungerich, Eddie Gonzalez and Jeremy Haft, “On My Block” co-producer Jamie Uyeshiro and “On My Block” co-executive producer Jamie Dooner.
Lungerich, who served as showrunner, remains...
The eight-episode YA series starred Keyla Monterroso Mejia and Bryana Salaz, as, respectively, rival sisters Gloria and Ines, and featured an entirely Poc cast.
“Freeridge,” which premiered on Feb. 2, was ordered to series in September 2021 when it was announced that “On My Block” would be ending with its fourth season.
Also Read:
Female-Driven ‘On My Block’ Spinoff ‘Freeridge’ Ordered by Netflix
The half-hour series also co-starred Tenzing Norgay Trainor as Cam, Ciara Riley Wilson as Demi, and Peggy Blow as Mariluna. Michael Solomon, Zaire Adams also co-starred, with Eme Ikwuakor and Raushanah Simmons reprising their roles from “On My Block.”
The series was from “On My Block” co-creators Lauren Iungerich, Eddie Gonzalez and Jeremy Haft, “On My Block” co-producer Jamie Uyeshiro and “On My Block” co-executive producer Jamie Dooner.
Lungerich, who served as showrunner, remains...
- 4/12/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Hallmark Channel has gone country. The network’s new rodeo-focused drama Ride is airing on Sunday nights. The show follows the McMurrays, a Colorado ranching family. They are fighting to hold on to their land while also moving forward after the shocking death of one of their own.
The Ride cast includes Nancy Travis as family matriarch Isabel McMurray, Tiera Skovbye as Isabel’s widowed daughter-in-law Missy, and Beau Mirchoff as her second son, Cash.
Beau Mirchoff plays Cash McMurray on Hallmark’s ‘Ride’ Beau Mirchoff as Cash McMuarry in Hallmark Channel’s ‘Ride’ | ©2023 Hallmark Media/Photographer: David Brown
Austin (Marcus Rosner), the eldest McMurray son, is a big-time rodeo star, and Cash has always felt somewhat overshadowed by his older sibling. He joins the Marines to make his own way in the world, but in the Ride series premiere, he returns home to Colorado after having spent several years away.
The Ride cast includes Nancy Travis as family matriarch Isabel McMurray, Tiera Skovbye as Isabel’s widowed daughter-in-law Missy, and Beau Mirchoff as her second son, Cash.
Beau Mirchoff plays Cash McMurray on Hallmark’s ‘Ride’ Beau Mirchoff as Cash McMuarry in Hallmark Channel’s ‘Ride’ | ©2023 Hallmark Media/Photographer: David Brown
Austin (Marcus Rosner), the eldest McMurray son, is a big-time rodeo star, and Cash has always felt somewhat overshadowed by his older sibling. He joins the Marines to make his own way in the world, but in the Ride series premiere, he returns home to Colorado after having spent several years away.
- 4/9/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Within minutes, the McMurrays cemented a place in our hearts, and hopefully, we'll be watching them for several seasons.
During Ride Season 1 Episode 1, the McMurrays banded together to try and save the family ranch.
They also showed that family wasn't always just by blood, and sometimes you were blessed to find another family.
Many long-running family dramas have ended recently, including This Is Us, Good Witch, and Chesapeake Shores. Ride elevates the family loyalty from Chesapeake Shores and adds sizzling chemistry from the two leads.
The multi-talented cast adds to the magic of the series, particularly the McMurray family. Nancy Travis is a well-respected actress known for many projects, especially ABC's Last Man standing. She plays the matriarch, Isobel McMurray.
Tiera Skovbye, who portrays Missy McMurray, is most well-known for playing Grace Knight in the Canadian medical series Nurses and Polly Cooper on Riverdale.
Beau Mirchoff, who plays Cash McMurray,...
During Ride Season 1 Episode 1, the McMurrays banded together to try and save the family ranch.
They also showed that family wasn't always just by blood, and sometimes you were blessed to find another family.
Many long-running family dramas have ended recently, including This Is Us, Good Witch, and Chesapeake Shores. Ride elevates the family loyalty from Chesapeake Shores and adds sizzling chemistry from the two leads.
The multi-talented cast adds to the magic of the series, particularly the McMurray family. Nancy Travis is a well-respected actress known for many projects, especially ABC's Last Man standing. She plays the matriarch, Isobel McMurray.
Tiera Skovbye, who portrays Missy McMurray, is most well-known for playing Grace Knight in the Canadian medical series Nurses and Polly Cooper on Riverdale.
Beau Mirchoff, who plays Cash McMurray,...
- 3/27/2023
- by Laura Nowak
- TVfanatic
Noted musician Sidhant Kapoor is releasing his latest single titled ‘Beparwah’, inspired by the spirited life of children from the slums, as depicted in the poem ‘Slum Children at Play’ by legendary writer Ruskin Bond. The verses touched Sidhant’s heart and inspired him to compose Beparwah as a song that celebrates the carefree nature of street children. The single released in a gala ceremony at the Sahara Star Hotel, Mumbai in the presence of guest star Tabu and other eminent guests; Sidhant’s father actor-singer Ruhan Kapoor, Paul Marshal, Tejas Verma, Gunjan Sinha and Somansh Dangwal.
To get the rights, Sidhant went all the way to meet the revered writer at his famous home in the hills of Mussoorie. Mr. Bond was moved by Sidhant’s passion. He not only gave his permission but narrated the poem in the track and made a special appearance in the video. Making...
To get the rights, Sidhant went all the way to meet the revered writer at his famous home in the hills of Mussoorie. Mr. Bond was moved by Sidhant’s passion. He not only gave his permission but narrated the poem in the track and made a special appearance in the video. Making...
- 3/16/2023
- by agency
- GlamSham
“And I’ll be right back to brighten up your days“, is not just some lyric from one of the songs on Minelli’s newest album. It is a promise guaranteed to be kept as soon as you press play on Silver & Gold – Chapter II. The album contains the perfect synergy of pop dance and Edm, sprinkled across 14 fresh and effervescent songs. So, get ready to jump and get high on music with Minelli’s newest release.
Silver & Gold | Chapter II represents Minelli’s vision and inspirations that she gained, travelling around the world to find the perfect pitch for her youngest new-born. The artist was not alone in this journey, as great names in production and songwriting such as Freedo, Jordan Shaw or Yoshi Breen collaborated with her.
Minelli teased you with three songs that you already know, ‘Think About U’, ‘Could Be Something’, and ‘Deep Sea’, and now...
Silver & Gold | Chapter II represents Minelli’s vision and inspirations that she gained, travelling around the world to find the perfect pitch for her youngest new-born. The artist was not alone in this journey, as great names in production and songwriting such as Freedo, Jordan Shaw or Yoshi Breen collaborated with her.
Minelli teased you with three songs that you already know, ‘Think About U’, ‘Could Be Something’, and ‘Deep Sea’, and now...
- 3/10/2023
- by Music Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid Music
If Shania Twain were to write her worldwide hit “That Don’t Impress Me Much” in 2023, 25 years after its original release, she reveals which celebrity she would immortalize in the track instead of Brad Pitt.
The popular 1998 song name-checks the “Fight Club” actor as a noticeable rising star who stands out amongst his peers, however, nowadays, Twain told U.K.’s Radio Times magazine that she would name-check Channing Tatum.
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“I’m trying to think how I would sing that…” she recently told the publication before going on to sing the section of the beloved track, trying to figure out whether or not Tatum’s name works in the same way.
“‘Okay, so you’re Channing Tatum’ – yeah, that works,” Twain verified, adding that she was persuaded to choose Tatum after seeing him...
The popular 1998 song name-checks the “Fight Club” actor as a noticeable rising star who stands out amongst his peers, however, nowadays, Twain told U.K.’s Radio Times magazine that she would name-check Channing Tatum.
Read More: Shania Twain Wants To Duet On ‘Falling’ With Harry Styles: ‘I’m Putting It Out There’
“I’m trying to think how I would sing that…” she recently told the publication before going on to sing the section of the beloved track, trying to figure out whether or not Tatum’s name works in the same way.
“‘Okay, so you’re Channing Tatum’ – yeah, that works,” Twain verified, adding that she was persuaded to choose Tatum after seeing him...
- 3/8/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
Some Beatles songs came from something someone said. A strange conversation or a passing phrase intrigued John Lennon or Paul McCartney so much that they had to base their songs around it.
The Beatles | Mirrorpix/Getty Images 1. ‘She Said She Said’
According to Rolling Stone, John’s “She Said She Said” began with “bad vibes.” In 1965, The Beatles attended a party in Los Angeles, and actor Peter Fonda showed up with Roger McGuinn and David Crosby of The Byrds. An LSD party commenced. George started having a bad trip and felt like he was dying. Fonda tried consoling him and explained he’d survived a near-fatal surgery as a boy.
According to Beatles Bible, Fonda said, “I told him there was nothing to be afraid of and that all he needed to do was relax. I said that I knew what it was like to be dead because when I...
The Beatles | Mirrorpix/Getty Images 1. ‘She Said She Said’
According to Rolling Stone, John’s “She Said She Said” began with “bad vibes.” In 1965, The Beatles attended a party in Los Angeles, and actor Peter Fonda showed up with Roger McGuinn and David Crosby of The Byrds. An LSD party commenced. George started having a bad trip and felt like he was dying. Fonda tried consoling him and explained he’d survived a near-fatal surgery as a boy.
According to Beatles Bible, Fonda said, “I told him there was nothing to be afraid of and that all he needed to do was relax. I said that I knew what it was like to be dead because when I...
- 3/5/2023
- by Hannah Wigandt
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Hallmark Channel will be finding The Way Home for another season.
The time-traveling family drama, starring Andie MacDowell and Chyler Leigh, has been picked up for Season 2, TVLine has learned.
More from TVLineDid Magnum's Baywatch Strut Sizzle? Is The Conners Making a Mistake? Was Way Home Montage All That? More Qs!When Calls the Heart Renewed for Season 11 Ahead of Season 10 PremiereHallmark Rodeo Drama Ride to Debut After The Way Home's 'Early' Finale
The show “tells the story of three generations of women — Kat Landry (Supergirl vet Leigh), her teen Alice (Sadie Laflamme-Snow) and Kat’s mother Del (Cedar Cove...
The time-traveling family drama, starring Andie MacDowell and Chyler Leigh, has been picked up for Season 2, TVLine has learned.
More from TVLineDid Magnum's Baywatch Strut Sizzle? Is The Conners Making a Mistake? Was Way Home Montage All That? More Qs!When Calls the Heart Renewed for Season 11 Ahead of Season 10 PremiereHallmark Rodeo Drama Ride to Debut After The Way Home's 'Early' Finale
The show “tells the story of three generations of women — Kat Landry (Supergirl vet Leigh), her teen Alice (Sadie Laflamme-Snow) and Kat’s mother Del (Cedar Cove...
- 3/2/2023
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
That 70s Show is probably at the top of the list of iconic sitcoms of the late ’90s and early 2000s. The show ran for eight seasons and still remains one of the most beloved shows to have aired.
Following a group of teenagers in the ’70s navigating that crazy decade, That ’70s Show made its mark on TV, not only with its great and funny storylines but also with its huge lineup of guest stars. One star appeared for an episode on the show before hitting it big with The Office.
Jenna Fischer’s role on ‘That ’70s Show’
Not every actor hits it big overnight. Some of the A-listers in Hollywood began by taking on smaller roles to build up their resume before becoming the sensations they are today. Jenna Fischer appeared in the 12th episode of the 7th season of That ’70s Show, playing Stacy Wanamaker. Fischer...
Following a group of teenagers in the ’70s navigating that crazy decade, That ’70s Show made its mark on TV, not only with its great and funny storylines but also with its huge lineup of guest stars. One star appeared for an episode on the show before hitting it big with The Office.
Jenna Fischer’s role on ‘That ’70s Show’
Not every actor hits it big overnight. Some of the A-listers in Hollywood began by taking on smaller roles to build up their resume before becoming the sensations they are today. Jenna Fischer appeared in the 12th episode of the 7th season of That ’70s Show, playing Stacy Wanamaker. Fischer...
- 2/25/2023
- by Produced by Digital Editors
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Grandave Intl. has acquired the international sales rights of dramatic feature “Deltopia,” executive produced by the late Olivia Newton-John, Tamara Nagahiro, Grandave Intl. head of sales, announced Sunday. CAA Film Finance and XYZ are handling U.S. rights.
Newton-John, whose best known movie performances included “Grease,” “Xanadu” and “Two of a Kind,” was a four times Grammy Award winning singer, and Golden Globe nominated actress. She died on Aug. 8 in California.
“Deltopia” is a coming-of-age story that takes place over a period of 24 hours. A group of friends from Southern California finish their last day of high school and travel to Santa Barbara for the biggest party of their lives.
Grandave Intl. will be introducing “Deltopia” to international buyers at next week’s European Film Market, which runs Feb. 16-22 in Berlin. The film is in post-production.
The original screenplay is written and directed by Michael Easterling and Jaala Ruffman,...
Newton-John, whose best known movie performances included “Grease,” “Xanadu” and “Two of a Kind,” was a four times Grammy Award winning singer, and Golden Globe nominated actress. She died on Aug. 8 in California.
“Deltopia” is a coming-of-age story that takes place over a period of 24 hours. A group of friends from Southern California finish their last day of high school and travel to Santa Barbara for the biggest party of their lives.
Grandave Intl. will be introducing “Deltopia” to international buyers at next week’s European Film Market, which runs Feb. 16-22 in Berlin. The film is in post-production.
The original screenplay is written and directed by Michael Easterling and Jaala Ruffman,...
- 2/12/2023
- by Leo Barraclough
- Variety Film + TV
Apparently, "Grease" is still the word at Paramount+ because an all-new show based on the hit stage musical and its beloved 1978 film adaptation is heading to the streaming service later this year after originally being set up at HBO Max in 2019. But rather than follow the star-crossed students made famous by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John, the 10-episode series will focus on the origins of the Pink Ladies, the girl gang made up of Stockard Channing, Dinah Manoff, Jamie Donnelly, and Didi Conn in the first movie (and led by an up-and-coming Michelle Pfeiffer in the underrated sequel).
Titled "Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies," this prequel will be set four years before the original story and follows the first members of the group that challenged the idea of what a woman should be like in the 1950s. And while we've seen images and cast announcements for the upcoming project in the past,...
Titled "Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies," this prequel will be set four years before the original story and follows the first members of the group that challenged the idea of what a woman should be like in the 1950s. And while we've seen images and cast announcements for the upcoming project in the past,...
- 1/9/2023
- by Ben F. Silverio
- Slash Film
The comedic instinct to use anything and everything as fodder for ridicule means even the most sensitive of subjects can be reduced to a punchline. And in the past decade or so, several popular TV shows have used self-mutilation, specifically cutting, for cheap laughs.
Cutting always served the same purpose in these shows: a quick, throwaway line to express just how revolting or uncomfortable the act could make people feel. It was a lazy joke that often bore the same message: You may be a lot of things, but at...
Cutting always served the same purpose in these shows: a quick, throwaway line to express just how revolting or uncomfortable the act could make people feel. It was a lazy joke that often bore the same message: You may be a lot of things, but at...
- 1/9/2023
- by Katie Tamola
- Rollingstone.com
Toni Collette, best known for her roles in The Sixth Sense and Little Miss Sunshine, split from her husband of almost 20 years.
On Wednesday, husband Dave Galafassi was spotted taking a swim and passionately kissing chiropractor Shannon Egan.
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The actress took to Instagram to announce she was divorcing her husband. “It is with grace and gratitude that we announce we are divorcing,” she said. “We’re united in our decision and part with continuing respect and care for each other. Our kids are of paramount importance to us and we will continue to thrive as a family, albeit a different shape.”
In recent years the couple spent their time between the U.S. and Australia. The pair met in 2002 and married a year later in a Buddhist ceremony. Now, they share two kids, aged 14 and 11.
Colette is also a singer and songwriter and,...
On Wednesday, husband Dave Galafassi was spotted taking a swim and passionately kissing chiropractor Shannon Egan.
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The actress took to Instagram to announce she was divorcing her husband. “It is with grace and gratitude that we announce we are divorcing,” she said. “We’re united in our decision and part with continuing respect and care for each other. Our kids are of paramount importance to us and we will continue to thrive as a family, albeit a different shape.”
In recent years the couple spent their time between the U.S. and Australia. The pair met in 2002 and married a year later in a Buddhist ceremony. Now, they share two kids, aged 14 and 11.
Colette is also a singer and songwriter and,...
- 12/17/2022
- by Carmela Chirinos
- Uinterview
A new core four is taking over in Netflix’s “Freeridge,” the spinoff series to the streamer’s coming-of-age dramedy “On My Block.” The show, which just debuted first-look images that you can view below, will premiere on Netflix on Feb. 2.
“Freeridge” is billed as a coming-of-age comedy following sibling rivals Gloria (“Abbott Elementary’s” Keyla Monterroso) and Ines (Bryana Salaz) and their friends Demi (Ciara Riley Wilson) and Cameron who have unleashed a curse bringing dark misfortune into their lives. The plotline harks back to original series “On My Block,” where an ensemble of four friends hunts for a legendary treasure that threatens to upend their lives.
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“The new core four of Freeridge don’t step into the shoes of our original [On My Block] crew. They step into their own shoes, right alongside the legacy of the kids who came before them,...
“Freeridge” is billed as a coming-of-age comedy following sibling rivals Gloria (“Abbott Elementary’s” Keyla Monterroso) and Ines (Bryana Salaz) and their friends Demi (Ciara Riley Wilson) and Cameron who have unleashed a curse bringing dark misfortune into their lives. The plotline harks back to original series “On My Block,” where an ensemble of four friends hunts for a legendary treasure that threatens to upend their lives.
Also Read:
Female-Driven ‘On My Block’ Spinoff ‘Freeridge’ Ordered by Netflix
“The new core four of Freeridge don’t step into the shoes of our original [On My Block] crew. They step into their own shoes, right alongside the legacy of the kids who came before them,...
- 12/16/2022
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Hallmark Media wants to stay in the Nikki DeLoach business: It has signed the Five More Minutes actress to an exclusive, multi-picture overall deal.
Hallmark Channel viewers should recognize DeLoach from her starring roles in such original movies as The Perfect Catch, Christmas Land, A Dream of Christmas, Truly, Madly, Sweetly and Love Takes Flight, which premiered as a Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation. She also developed, executive produced and starred in Reunited at Christmas, as well as co-wrote Christmas for Keeps with her writing partner Megan McNulty, which aired during “Miracles of Christmas” on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.
DeLoach also starred as the lead in the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries original Two Turtle Doves opposite Michael Rady. She executive produced and starred in Taking the Reins for Hallmark Channel and showcased her acting range in Five More Minutes, which premiered in 2021 during “Miracles of Christmas” on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.
Most recently for the network,...
Hallmark Channel viewers should recognize DeLoach from her starring roles in such original movies as The Perfect Catch, Christmas Land, A Dream of Christmas, Truly, Madly, Sweetly and Love Takes Flight, which premiered as a Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation. She also developed, executive produced and starred in Reunited at Christmas, as well as co-wrote Christmas for Keeps with her writing partner Megan McNulty, which aired during “Miracles of Christmas” on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.
DeLoach also starred as the lead in the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries original Two Turtle Doves opposite Michael Rady. She executive produced and starred in Taking the Reins for Hallmark Channel and showcased her acting range in Five More Minutes, which premiered in 2021 during “Miracles of Christmas” on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.
Most recently for the network,...
- 12/7/2022
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Prime Video today shared the first-look image of Emma Roberts in the new original romcom Space Cadet.
Directed by Liz W. Garcia (The Lifeguard) from her own original screenplay, the film follows Florida party girl Rex (Roberts), who turns out to be the only hope for the NASA space program after a fluke puts her in training with other candidates who may have better resumes, but don’t have her smarts, heart, and nerve, the synopsis reads.
Previously announced to star alongside Roberts are Poppy Liu (Hacks), Gabrielle Union (The Inspection), Tom Hopper (The Umbrella Academy), Colombian pop star Sebastián Yatra, David Foley (The Kids in the Hall), and Desi Lydic (Awkward). Additional casting includes Kuhoo Verma (Plan B), Yasha Jackson (The Flight Attendant), Troy Iwata (Dash & Lily), Andrew Call (Z: The Beginning of Everything), and Josephine Huang.
Space Cadet will launch on Prime Video in more than 240 counties...
Directed by Liz W. Garcia (The Lifeguard) from her own original screenplay, the film follows Florida party girl Rex (Roberts), who turns out to be the only hope for the NASA space program after a fluke puts her in training with other candidates who may have better resumes, but don’t have her smarts, heart, and nerve, the synopsis reads.
Previously announced to star alongside Roberts are Poppy Liu (Hacks), Gabrielle Union (The Inspection), Tom Hopper (The Umbrella Academy), Colombian pop star Sebastián Yatra, David Foley (The Kids in the Hall), and Desi Lydic (Awkward). Additional casting includes Kuhoo Verma (Plan B), Yasha Jackson (The Flight Attendant), Troy Iwata (Dash & Lily), Andrew Call (Z: The Beginning of Everything), and Josephine Huang.
Space Cadet will launch on Prime Video in more than 240 counties...
- 11/15/2022
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
Blunt: Amy Smart, Billy Zane, and more star in psychological thriller from Deadly Illusions director
Last year’s Deadly Illusions was the fourth feature directed by Anna Elizabeth James, but her first thriller. When it was released through the Netflix streaming service, it was the #1 movie on the service worldwide for eight days straight. So it makes sense that James’ fifth feature is also a thriller. This one is called Blunt and stars Amy Smart (Mirrors), Billy Zane (Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight), Matt Davis (Terror of Dracula), Greer Grammer (Awkward), and Ne-Yo (Red Tails).
Smart’s character is
a single mother who wakes up to find herself hogtied and held captive at her country vacation rental by an unknown assailant. In a race against time, she must piece together clues from the previous guests to find out who assaulted her, and hopefully survive the ordeal.
Deadline reports that Voltage Pictures is handling global sales on Blunt and will be presenting it to potential buyers immediately.
Smart’s character is
a single mother who wakes up to find herself hogtied and held captive at her country vacation rental by an unknown assailant. In a race against time, she must piece together clues from the previous guests to find out who assaulted her, and hopefully survive the ordeal.
Deadline reports that Voltage Pictures is handling global sales on Blunt and will be presenting it to potential buyers immediately.
- 10/25/2022
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Amy Smart, Matt Davis, Ne-Yo, Billy Zane and Greer Grammer are set to star in writer/director Anna Elizabeth James’ Blunt.
Voltage Pictures is handling global sales on the mystery thriller and will introduce to buyers immediately.
In Blunt, a single mother (Smart) wakes up to find herself hogtied and held captive at her country vacation rental by an unknown assailant. In a race against time, she must piece together clues from the previous guests to find out who assaulted her, and hopefully survive the ordeal.
James produces under her Kiss and Tale Productions banner alongside Richard Switzer, Julie Gause, Paul Luba and Chad Verdi Jr. EPs are Larry Galluzzo and Tim Bien.
James previous film, the suspenseful thriller, Deadly Illusions, was No. 1 worldwide for eight days upon release on Netflix last year. Voltage also repped rights.
“Deadly Illusions deservedly earned cult status, becoming one of the biggest streaming...
Voltage Pictures is handling global sales on the mystery thriller and will introduce to buyers immediately.
In Blunt, a single mother (Smart) wakes up to find herself hogtied and held captive at her country vacation rental by an unknown assailant. In a race against time, she must piece together clues from the previous guests to find out who assaulted her, and hopefully survive the ordeal.
James produces under her Kiss and Tale Productions banner alongside Richard Switzer, Julie Gause, Paul Luba and Chad Verdi Jr. EPs are Larry Galluzzo and Tim Bien.
James previous film, the suspenseful thriller, Deadly Illusions, was No. 1 worldwide for eight days upon release on Netflix last year. Voltage also repped rights.
“Deadly Illusions deservedly earned cult status, becoming one of the biggest streaming...
- 10/25/2022
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Ryan O’Connell will make his directorial debut with “Just by Looking at Him,” an adaptation of his novel of the same name. In addition to directing and writing the script, O’Connell will play the lead role of Elliot, a gay television writer with cerebral palsy. “The Big Bang Theory’s” Jim Parsons will co-star as Elliot’s boss, Ethan.
According to the official description, the comedy will follow Elliot as he tries “to find love and connection in a world that wasn’t built for him.”
FilmNation Entertainment and Berlanti/Schechter Films’ Greg Berlanti and Sarah Schechter will produce the film. Lucas Wiesendanger will oversee production for FilmNation. Michael McGrath will executive produce for Berlanti/Schechter Films. FilmNation Entertainment is financing and handling worldwide sales with CAA Media Finance co-repping U.S. rights. Filming will start in the spring.
“It’s been absolute heaven working on the adaptation of my...
According to the official description, the comedy will follow Elliot as he tries “to find love and connection in a world that wasn’t built for him.”
FilmNation Entertainment and Berlanti/Schechter Films’ Greg Berlanti and Sarah Schechter will produce the film. Lucas Wiesendanger will oversee production for FilmNation. Michael McGrath will executive produce for Berlanti/Schechter Films. FilmNation Entertainment is financing and handling worldwide sales with CAA Media Finance co-repping U.S. rights. Filming will start in the spring.
“It’s been absolute heaven working on the adaptation of my...
- 10/11/2022
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Poppy Liu has joined the Stampede Ventures movie Space Cadet, which is currently filming with Emma Roberts, Gabrielle Union, Tom Hopper, Colombian pop star Sebastián Yatra, David Foley and Desi Lydic. Liz. W. Garcia (The Lifeguard) is helming off her screenplay.
Liu will play the best friend of a Florida party girl (Roberts), who turns out to be the only hope for the NASA space program after a fluke puts her in training with other candidates who may have better résumés, but don’t have her smarts, heart and moxie.
Space Cadet is already set to launch exclusively on Prime Video internationally. Stampede Ventures will finance, with Prime Video licensing international territories outside of the U.S. and Japan.
Greg Silverman and Jon Berg will...
Liu will play the best friend of a Florida party girl (Roberts), who turns out to be the only hope for the NASA space program after a fluke puts her in training with other candidates who may have better résumés, but don’t have her smarts, heart and moxie.
Space Cadet is already set to launch exclusively on Prime Video internationally. Stampede Ventures will finance, with Prime Video licensing international territories outside of the U.S. and Japan.
Greg Silverman and Jon Berg will...
- 10/3/2022
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Stars: Amiah Miller, Elsie Fisher, Rachel Ogechi Kanu, Cathy Ang, Clayton Royal Johnson | Written by Jenna Lamia | Directed by Damon Thomas
Based on the bestseller by Grady Hendrix, My Best Friend’s Exorcism is the 1980s set tales of Gretchen and Abby. They’re typical teen movie friends, they come from different religious, social, and economic backgrounds but attend the same private school thanks to Abby’s scholarship.
But that friendship is threatened by Gretchen’s parents’ plans to move at the end of the school year. But in the meantime, there are better things to do than worry, like spending the weekend at a lakefront cabin owned by their friend Margaret’s parents. Their friend Glee is invited along, Margaret’s boyfriend Wally isn’t but shows up anyway.
When LSD and skinny dipping enter the picture things go south and Abby runs off into the woods. Gretchen goes after...
Based on the bestseller by Grady Hendrix, My Best Friend’s Exorcism is the 1980s set tales of Gretchen and Abby. They’re typical teen movie friends, they come from different religious, social, and economic backgrounds but attend the same private school thanks to Abby’s scholarship.
But that friendship is threatened by Gretchen’s parents’ plans to move at the end of the school year. But in the meantime, there are better things to do than worry, like spending the weekend at a lakefront cabin owned by their friend Margaret’s parents. Their friend Glee is invited along, Margaret’s boyfriend Wally isn’t but shows up anyway.
When LSD and skinny dipping enter the picture things go south and Abby runs off into the woods. Gretchen goes after...
- 9/30/2022
- by Jim Morazzini
- Nerdly
Stronger in concept than execution, “My Best Friend’s Exorcism” is, as fans of Grady Hendrix’s YA source novel already know, studded with entertaining ideas. But while there’s certainly enough talent involved, the film adaptation can’t seem to coalesce around the cleverness and insight that made Hendrix’s book a bestseller.
Though this is the first feature from director Damon Thomas, he’s had plenty of experience in sharp, female-focused screen horror, as a director and executive producer of “Killing Eve” and “Penny Dreadful.” The same goes for writer Jenna Lamia, making her movie debut after working on shows like “Awkward” and “Good Girls.”
There’s also the unfulfilled promise of lead Elsie Fisher (“Eighth Grade”), who is — through no fault of her own — miscast and misdirected as Abby, a self-conscious high school sophomore in 1988. Abby, who is alienated enough already, is broken-hearted about the fact that her...
Though this is the first feature from director Damon Thomas, he’s had plenty of experience in sharp, female-focused screen horror, as a director and executive producer of “Killing Eve” and “Penny Dreadful.” The same goes for writer Jenna Lamia, making her movie debut after working on shows like “Awkward” and “Good Girls.”
There’s also the unfulfilled promise of lead Elsie Fisher (“Eighth Grade”), who is — through no fault of her own — miscast and misdirected as Abby, a self-conscious high school sophomore in 1988. Abby, who is alienated enough already, is broken-hearted about the fact that her...
- 9/30/2022
- by Elizabeth Weitzman
- The Wrap
Exclusive: ABC is developing Worst House on the Block, a half-hour comedy series from 20th Television.
Written by Niki Schwartz-Wright (Pivoting) and to be directed by Natalia Anderson (Maggie), Worst House on the Block has a Beverly Hillbillies vibe to it. In the show, when a poor family from South Texas inherits the worst house on the block in a chic L.A. neighborhood, they cause quite a stir among their new neighbors. Tensions may flare, but ultimately, we’ll watch as three different families, with nothing in common but their Zip code and how overwhelmed they feel by the sheer number of Love Island episodes there are to watch, start to find common ground and, slowly but surely, friendship.
Schwartz-Wright and Anderson executive produce with 3 Arts’ Oly Obst.
Most recently, Schwartz-Wright served as co-executive producer on Fox’s comedy series Pivoting. Before that, she was a co-executive producer on the NBC comedy series Abby’s.
Written by Niki Schwartz-Wright (Pivoting) and to be directed by Natalia Anderson (Maggie), Worst House on the Block has a Beverly Hillbillies vibe to it. In the show, when a poor family from South Texas inherits the worst house on the block in a chic L.A. neighborhood, they cause quite a stir among their new neighbors. Tensions may flare, but ultimately, we’ll watch as three different families, with nothing in common but their Zip code and how overwhelmed they feel by the sheer number of Love Island episodes there are to watch, start to find common ground and, slowly but surely, friendship.
Schwartz-Wright and Anderson executive produce with 3 Arts’ Oly Obst.
Most recently, Schwartz-Wright served as co-executive producer on Fox’s comedy series Pivoting. Before that, she was a co-executive producer on the NBC comedy series Abby’s.
- 9/1/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Prime Video has debuted the trailer for ‘My Best Friend’s Exorcism,’ based on the novel from New York Times best-selling author Grady Hendrix.
Surviving the teenage years isn’t easy, especially when you’re possessed by a demon. It’s 1988, and best friends Abby (Elsie Fisher) and Gretchen (Amiah Miller) are navigating boys, pop culture, and a paranormal force clinging to Gretchen like a pair of neon legwarmers. With assistance from overly confident mall exorcist Christian Lemon (Christopher Lowell), Abby is determined to compel the demon back to the pits of hell—if it doesn’t kill Gretchen first. At turns horrifying and hilarious.
The movie pays homage to 1980s pop culture with a totally timeless tale of terror and true friendship.
Directed by Damon Thomas and written by Jenna Lamia, the film stars Elsie Fisher, Amiah Miller, Cathy Ang, Rachel Ogechi Kanu (Cheer for Your Life), and Christopher Lowell.
Surviving the teenage years isn’t easy, especially when you’re possessed by a demon. It’s 1988, and best friends Abby (Elsie Fisher) and Gretchen (Amiah Miller) are navigating boys, pop culture, and a paranormal force clinging to Gretchen like a pair of neon legwarmers. With assistance from overly confident mall exorcist Christian Lemon (Christopher Lowell), Abby is determined to compel the demon back to the pits of hell—if it doesn’t kill Gretchen first. At turns horrifying and hilarious.
The movie pays homage to 1980s pop culture with a totally timeless tale of terror and true friendship.
Directed by Damon Thomas and written by Jenna Lamia, the film stars Elsie Fisher, Amiah Miller, Cathy Ang, Rachel Ogechi Kanu (Cheer for Your Life), and Christopher Lowell.
- 8/26/2022
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Elin Hilderbrand‘s New York Times bestselling novel The Perfect Couple is being developed into a limited series at Netflix by 21 Laps as part of their overall deal. Jenna Lamia will serve as showrunner and executive producer.
The murder mystery series follows Celeste Otis who, on the Fourth of July, is about to marry the perfect man, who just so happens to be from the wealthiest family on Nantucket. But when a body is discovered floating in the harbor on the morning of what was to be the #weddingoftheyear, everyone at the party is suddenly a suspect.
The 6-episode project also hails from The Jackal Group which is set to produce.
The Perfect Couple is created by showrunner and executive producer Lamia. Also executive producing are 21 Laps Entertainment’s Shawn Levy and Josh Barry; Hilderbrand; for The Jackal Group, Gail Berman and Hend Baghdady.
The murder mystery series follows Celeste Otis who, on the Fourth of July, is about to marry the perfect man, who just so happens to be from the wealthiest family on Nantucket. But when a body is discovered floating in the harbor on the morning of what was to be the #weddingoftheyear, everyone at the party is suddenly a suspect.
The 6-episode project also hails from The Jackal Group which is set to produce.
The Perfect Couple is created by showrunner and executive producer Lamia. Also executive producing are 21 Laps Entertainment’s Shawn Levy and Josh Barry; Hilderbrand; for The Jackal Group, Gail Berman and Hend Baghdady.
- 8/25/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Four of this year’s first-time acting nominees will celebrate their nominations when they join Gold Derby’s special “Meet the Experts” Q&a event with 2022 Emmy Awards contenders. They will participate in a fun roundtable with senior editor Denton Davidson that will premiere on Wednesday, August 10, at 4:00 p.m. Pt; 7:00 p.m. Et.
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This “Meet the Experts” panel welcomes the following 2022 nominees:
Abbott Elementary (ABC)
Synopsis: Follows a group of teachers brought together in one of the worst public schools in the country, simply because they love teaching.
Bio: Quinta Brunson plays Janine Teagues on the series. She is nominated at the Emmys for Best Comedy Actress. She has submitted the episode “Pilot” for Emmy voters to watch.
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This “Meet the Experts” panel welcomes the following 2022 nominees:
Abbott Elementary (ABC)
Synopsis: Follows a group of teachers brought together in one of the worst public schools in the country, simply because they love teaching.
Bio: Quinta Brunson plays Janine Teagues on the series. She is nominated at the Emmys for Best Comedy Actress. She has submitted the episode “Pilot” for Emmy voters to watch.
- 8/3/2022
- by Chris Beachum and Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Chicago – Exceptional films that reflect honest relationships are rare, but the latest film “Don’t Make Me Go” – streaming on Prime Video on July 15th – accomplishes the father/daughter dynamic with authentic situations and emotions. John Cho and Mia Isaac portray that relationship, in a film directed by Hannah Marks.
John Cho is Max, a single father raising his 16-year-old daughter Wallace (Mia Isaac), a child from his failed marriage. When Max finds out he has a rare bone tumor, he takes Wallace on a road trip to meet her estranged mother. Winding from California to New Orleans, the pair face off during a series of incidences, including Wallace staying out all night with strangers in Texas. Despite all the travails, they begin to come to terms with the truth, including that mother reluctant to meet her daughter. It all ends up in a surprising conclusion, and changes all lives along the way.
John Cho is Max, a single father raising his 16-year-old daughter Wallace (Mia Isaac), a child from his failed marriage. When Max finds out he has a rare bone tumor, he takes Wallace on a road trip to meet her estranged mother. Winding from California to New Orleans, the pair face off during a series of incidences, including Wallace staying out all night with strangers in Texas. Despite all the travails, they begin to come to terms with the truth, including that mother reluctant to meet her daughter. It all ends up in a surprising conclusion, and changes all lives along the way.
- 7/13/2022
- by PatrickMcD
- HollywoodChicago.com
Single father Max (John Cho) hits the road with his teenage daughter, Wally, in this touching dramedy from director Hannah Marks. But don’t expect too many laughs: The emphasis is on the drama, since Max just found out his headaches are caused by a tumor, and his chances of surviving surgery are about 20 percent. “Even though it’s very sad, it’s empowering,” Marks promises. Also, while Max has lessons to impart (like teaching Wally to drive), it’s a two-lane road trip. Marks notes, “It’s not just a father teaching his daughter about life, but a daughter teaching her father about life. It’s such an important relationship in so many people’s lives, but you don’t see it explored that often.” Don’t Make Me Go also stars Kaya Scodelario, Jemaine Clement, Josh Thomson, Otis Dhanji, Stefania Lavie Owen, and more. It’s ...
- 7/10/2022
- TV Insider
It should only take a few minutes for someone to know whether “Boo, Bitch” is for them or not. Netflix’s latest young adult series is unabashed in announcing itself, with high schoolers speaking in impossibly long hashtags and acronyms, and dialogue that plays out as if written in All Caps. For those tuning in to see what star Lana Condor is up to after playing Lara Jean in the “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” trilogy, the show’s hyperactive tone at least gives her the chance to play someone rather different. Condor’s latest high school character, Erika Vu of “Boo, Bitch,” ends up a far more concentrated version of Lara Jean in ways that both point to Condor’s versatility as an actor and reveal the cracks in the show’s tricky premise.
From co-creators Erin Ehrlich (“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”) and Lauren Iungerich (“Awkward”), “Boo, Bitch” stars...
From co-creators Erin Ehrlich (“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”) and Lauren Iungerich (“Awkward”), “Boo, Bitch” stars...
- 7/8/2022
- by Caroline Framke
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Time to update the Pink Lady Pledge to act cool, look cool, be cool … and snag an overall deal.
Annabel Oakes, creator and showrunner of the upcoming series Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, has signed an overall deal with Paramount Television Studios. Besides writing and running the upcoming Grease prequel that will air on Paramount+, Oakes will also direct an episode of the musical series based on the iconic 1978 film.
“Annabel is a brilliant mind, and what she has brought to Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies is extraordinary,” said Nicole Clemens, President, Paramount Television Studios and Paramount+ Original Scripted Series. “We are excited to continue our already amazing partnership with her.”
Prior to collaborating with Paramount TV Studios, Oakes wrote and directed the YouTube pilot The Edge of Seventeen that’s based on the movie of the same name. She also has written and directed episodes of...
Annabel Oakes, creator and showrunner of the upcoming series Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, has signed an overall deal with Paramount Television Studios. Besides writing and running the upcoming Grease prequel that will air on Paramount+, Oakes will also direct an episode of the musical series based on the iconic 1978 film.
“Annabel is a brilliant mind, and what she has brought to Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies is extraordinary,” said Nicole Clemens, President, Paramount Television Studios and Paramount+ Original Scripted Series. “We are excited to continue our already amazing partnership with her.”
Prior to collaborating with Paramount TV Studios, Oakes wrote and directed the YouTube pilot The Edge of Seventeen that’s based on the movie of the same name. She also has written and directed episodes of...
- 6/27/2022
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
From its opening moments, Hannah Marks’ “Don’t Make Me Go” tries to put its audience at ease with a surprising promise: disappointment. “You’re not going to like the way this story ends, but I think you’re going to like this story,” young Wally Park (newbie Mia Isaac) tells us via voiceover. That may sound coy for a dramedy that doesn’t hide a heartbreaking truth at its center — a single father (John Cho) discovers he has a terminal disease and decides to take his daughter (Isaac) on a road trip before he, well, goes — but it cleverly announces that perhaps there’s something else beneath the surface of what appears to be a straightforward weepy.
Marks (and Isaac and Cho) will revisit Wally’s declaration and it will prove to be true: “Don’t Make Me Go” is Also true: Where this road trip movie ends its journey will...
Marks (and Isaac and Cho) will revisit Wally’s declaration and it will prove to be true: “Don’t Make Me Go” is Also true: Where this road trip movie ends its journey will...
- 6/14/2022
- by Kate Erbland
- Indiewire
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