Ms. Pat will not be going anywhere anytime soon. BET has renewed Ms. Pat Settles It for a second season and BET+ announced that the fourth season of The Ms. Pat Show will premiere in May.
In Ms. Pat Settles It, comedian Patricia "Ms. Pat" Williams plays judge and gathers friends and celebrities to help her decide cases involving family and relationship dynamics. The first season debuted in October.Read More…...
In Ms. Pat Settles It, comedian Patricia "Ms. Pat" Williams plays judge and gathers friends and celebrities to help her decide cases involving family and relationship dynamics. The first season debuted in October.Read More…...
- 4/15/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Aang: The Last Airbender, the Avatar film currently in the works at Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Studios, has found its leads, Variety reports.
Dave Bautista and singer/songwriter Eric Nam are set to headline the animated movie slated for theatrical release on Oct. 10, 2025. Bautista will voice a villainous character while Nam will portray Aang, TVLine has confirmed.
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Dionne Quan (The Fairly OddParents, All Grown Up!), Jessica Matten (Dark Winds,...
Dave Bautista and singer/songwriter Eric Nam are set to headline the animated movie slated for theatrical release on Oct. 10, 2025. Bautista will voice a villainous character while Nam will portray Aang, TVLine has confirmed.
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- 4/11/2024
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
BET has renewed its hit courtroom series Ms. Pat Settles It for a second season.
The series is the result of Patricia Williams’ multi-year overall deal with BET Media Group. Williams is also the mastermind behind The Ms. Pat Show, which returns for a fourth season May 23 on BET+.
In Season 1 of Ms. Pat Settles It, Ms. Pat assembled a jury comprised of her closest friends, family members, celebrity guest stars, and comedians where they tackled real cases where genuine relationships hung in the balance.
In the second season of Ms. Pat Settles It, each case will continue to revolve around family and relationship dynamics. Viewers will witness everyday people grappling with real-life problems who willingly accept Ms. Pat’s verdict as binding. Each case traverses the fine line between intense drama and uproarious comedy, mirroring Ms. Pat’s own life experiences. The “jury of her peers” will preside over a wide array of cases,...
The series is the result of Patricia Williams’ multi-year overall deal with BET Media Group. Williams is also the mastermind behind The Ms. Pat Show, which returns for a fourth season May 23 on BET+.
In Season 1 of Ms. Pat Settles It, Ms. Pat assembled a jury comprised of her closest friends, family members, celebrity guest stars, and comedians where they tackled real cases where genuine relationships hung in the balance.
In the second season of Ms. Pat Settles It, each case will continue to revolve around family and relationship dynamics. Viewers will witness everyday people grappling with real-life problems who willingly accept Ms. Pat’s verdict as binding. Each case traverses the fine line between intense drama and uproarious comedy, mirroring Ms. Pat’s own life experiences. The “jury of her peers” will preside over a wide array of cases,...
- 4/11/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
The Ms. Pat Show Season 3 was released on 23rd February 2023, and it has been 1 year since fans have been wondering about Season 4 of the series so here are the details you need to know about the BET Plus series!
All the fans of the series which is titled The Ms. Pat Show who have been following this particular show for all three seasons must have the question in their minds whether there will be a fourth Season of the series or not and they want to know each and everything about the possible for the season of the series.
So you have come to the right place because in this article we will give you every information and update we have gathered from verified sources so that you can be the most updated person about The Ms. Pat Show Season 4. For that, all you need to do is just...
All the fans of the series which is titled The Ms. Pat Show who have been following this particular show for all three seasons must have the question in their minds whether there will be a fourth Season of the series or not and they want to know each and everything about the possible for the season of the series.
So you have come to the right place because in this article we will give you every information and update we have gathered from verified sources so that you can be the most updated person about The Ms. Pat Show Season 4. For that, all you need to do is just...
- 3/30/2024
- by Bhavi Parihar
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
Tyler Perry has wrapped production on the third movie in his four-picture deal with Amazon MGM Studios, a drama led by “P-Valley” and “Mea Culpa” star Shannon Thornton and “Run The World’s” Tosin Morohunfola.
Perry wrote, directed and produced the film, which recently wrapped filming on location in Colorado and at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta under the working title “Joy Ridge.”
“Amidst the picturesque landscapes of Colorado, Joy (Thornton) finds herself on a holiday trip with a man she envisions as ‘the one,” the film’s official logline reads. “However, her journey takes an enchanting turn as she stumbles upon someone who might just redefine her notions about the life she once knew back home.”
Tyler Perry Studios executives Angi Bones and Will Areu produced the film alongside Perry, who has now announced three of the movies in the four-picture deal he inked with Amazon in November 2022. Last June,...
Perry wrote, directed and produced the film, which recently wrapped filming on location in Colorado and at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta under the working title “Joy Ridge.”
“Amidst the picturesque landscapes of Colorado, Joy (Thornton) finds herself on a holiday trip with a man she envisions as ‘the one,” the film’s official logline reads. “However, her journey takes an enchanting turn as she stumbles upon someone who might just redefine her notions about the life she once knew back home.”
Tyler Perry Studios executives Angi Bones and Will Areu produced the film alongside Perry, who has now announced three of the movies in the four-picture deal he inked with Amazon in November 2022. Last June,...
- 2/29/2024
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
A remake of the 1991 Christina Applegate cult classic Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead (watch it Here) is coming our way as a BET+ Original Film – and Iconic Events Releasing has announced that they will be giving the film a theatrical release on April 12th. Along with this announcement comes the unveiling of a teaser trailer for the new Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead, and you can check it out in the embed above. If you like what you see, head over to DontTellMomFilm.com to purchase tickets to see the movie on the big screen!
Directed by Wade Allain-Marcus (French Dirty) from a script by Emmy-nominated writer Chuck Hayward, whose credits include Ted Lasso and WandaVision, this remake has the following synopsis: Seventeen-year-old Tanya Crandell can’t wait to spend the summer living it up with her friends in Spain before heading to Howard University in the fall.
Directed by Wade Allain-Marcus (French Dirty) from a script by Emmy-nominated writer Chuck Hayward, whose credits include Ted Lasso and WandaVision, this remake has the following synopsis: Seventeen-year-old Tanya Crandell can’t wait to spend the summer living it up with her friends in Spain before heading to Howard University in the fall.
- 2/28/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Starz, NewFilmmakers Los Angeles and the National Association of Latino Independent Producers on Thursday revealed participants for the second season of the Starz #TakeTheLead Writers’ Intensive, kicking off February 5.
This year’s selection is comprised of writers from varied and often overlooked communities, aiming to embody the representation Starz champions in front of and behind the camera, and across its company. The Season 2 finalists are Christopher Au, Xavier Burgin, Caroline Guo, Lyn Alicia Henderson, Diego Lanao, Eunice Levis, Tyler Miguel Mercer, Wesley Rodriguez, Vee Saieh and Ora Yashar.
The initiative provides participants with opportunities to learn from and connect with industry professionals across the ecosystem of television, including Starz President of Original Programming Kathryn Busby, Paramount Television Studios VP of Development Gary King, Echo Lake Entertainment Manager Kim Yau, writer Charla Lauriston, WME agent Daniela Federman, HBO showrunner Amy Aniobi UTA TV lit agent Gina Reyes, Invention Studios president Nicholas (Nicky) Weinstock,...
This year’s selection is comprised of writers from varied and often overlooked communities, aiming to embody the representation Starz champions in front of and behind the camera, and across its company. The Season 2 finalists are Christopher Au, Xavier Burgin, Caroline Guo, Lyn Alicia Henderson, Diego Lanao, Eunice Levis, Tyler Miguel Mercer, Wesley Rodriguez, Vee Saieh and Ora Yashar.
The initiative provides participants with opportunities to learn from and connect with industry professionals across the ecosystem of television, including Starz President of Original Programming Kathryn Busby, Paramount Television Studios VP of Development Gary King, Echo Lake Entertainment Manager Kim Yau, writer Charla Lauriston, WME agent Daniela Federman, HBO showrunner Amy Aniobi UTA TV lit agent Gina Reyes, Invention Studios president Nicholas (Nicky) Weinstock,...
- 2/1/2024
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
After scoring big at such recent award shows as the Golden Globes and the Critics’ Choice Awards, FX’s The Bear has continued down the path of awards glory, claiming six statuettes at the 2023 Primetime Emmys.
At the ceremony, held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Monday night, the beloved Chicago restaurant-world comedy scored the prizes for Outstanding Comedy Series, Comedy Actor (Jeremy Allen White), Comedy Supporting Actress (Ayo Edebiri) and Comedy Supporting Actor (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), as well as the awards for Comedy Writing and Directing. With creator Christopher Storer, the recipient of the latter two awards, absent from tonight’s ceremony, EP-actor (and real-world chef) Matty Matheson stepped up to accept the Comedy Series prize on behalf of the team.
“What’s good? I just want to thank restaurants as a whole, hospitality as a whole,” said Matheson, before being kissed passionately on the mouth by excited co-star Moss-Bachrach.
At the ceremony, held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Monday night, the beloved Chicago restaurant-world comedy scored the prizes for Outstanding Comedy Series, Comedy Actor (Jeremy Allen White), Comedy Supporting Actress (Ayo Edebiri) and Comedy Supporting Actor (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), as well as the awards for Comedy Writing and Directing. With creator Christopher Storer, the recipient of the latter two awards, absent from tonight’s ceremony, EP-actor (and real-world chef) Matty Matheson stepped up to accept the Comedy Series prize on behalf of the team.
“What’s good? I just want to thank restaurants as a whole, hospitality as a whole,” said Matheson, before being kissed passionately on the mouth by excited co-star Moss-Bachrach.
- 1/16/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Emmys 2024: The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri & Succession’s Matthew Macfadyen Win For Their Outstanding Performances ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
The wait is finally over, and the 75th Emmy Awards are finally happening after being delayed for several months. HBO series Succession is leading with the most nominations, followed by The White Lotus and Beef. Succession, The Bear and Beef took home most of the awards at the Emmys 2024. Host Anthony Anderson kickstarted the night with a bang.
The actors and the fans waited eagerly to find out which television stars made it this time. It’s a neck-to-neck fight between the stars who got nominated. Scroll below to get more details.
The first award was presented at night for the best actress in a supporting role in a comedy series, and The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri took home the award for her outstanding performance. The second award of the night was Lead Actress,...
The wait is finally over, and the 75th Emmy Awards are finally happening after being delayed for several months. HBO series Succession is leading with the most nominations, followed by The White Lotus and Beef. Succession, The Bear and Beef took home most of the awards at the Emmys 2024. Host Anthony Anderson kickstarted the night with a bang.
The actors and the fans waited eagerly to find out which television stars made it this time. It’s a neck-to-neck fight between the stars who got nominated. Scroll below to get more details.
The first award was presented at night for the best actress in a supporting role in a comedy series, and The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri took home the award for her outstanding performance. The second award of the night was Lead Actress,...
- 1/16/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
After months of waiting for the delayed 75th Primetime Emmy Awards to air, our passionate forum posters (some of whom are industry insiders shielded by clever usernames) were more than eager to finally weigh in on the results. Throughout Monday night’s ceremony, 26 awards were bestowed upon actors, directors, writers, and producers representing an array of TV genres and formats.
As they gradually learned who won and lost, our users collectively expressed relatively equal amounts of elation and anger. What were the upsets that left them particularly confounded? Which triumphs elicited the most cheers? And which defeats impacted them the hardest?
Below is a smattering of the praise and pointed criticism that was leveled at this year’s Emmys ceremony. Read more reactions and make your voice heard here.
See Emmy Awards: Complete list of winners in all 26 races
Best Comedy Series
“Abbott Elementary” (ABC)
“Barry” (HBO)
X – “The Bear...
As they gradually learned who won and lost, our users collectively expressed relatively equal amounts of elation and anger. What were the upsets that left them particularly confounded? Which triumphs elicited the most cheers? And which defeats impacted them the hardest?
Below is a smattering of the praise and pointed criticism that was leveled at this year’s Emmys ceremony. Read more reactions and make your voice heard here.
See Emmy Awards: Complete list of winners in all 26 races
Best Comedy Series
“Abbott Elementary” (ABC)
“Barry” (HBO)
X – “The Bear...
- 1/16/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
The 75th Primetime Emmys offer the biggest night in television, as the stars and creators of entertainment on the small screen gather to celebrate each other. Anthony Anderson hosted the 2024 Emmys broadcast, which honored the finest in drama and comedy on television, as well as some love for limited series, variety shows, and even reality television.
"Succession" came away as the big winner with the trophy for Drama Series, as well as a couple of major acting awards for Kieran Culkin and Sarah Snook. On the comedy side, "The Bear" won the top Comedy Series prize, while stars Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach all won acting awards too. Finally, in the limited series category, "Beef" walked away with the major award for Limited Series, with Steven Yeun and Ali Wong taking home acting awards. Plus, the directors and writers for all of those shows took home trophies too.
"Succession" came away as the big winner with the trophy for Drama Series, as well as a couple of major acting awards for Kieran Culkin and Sarah Snook. On the comedy side, "The Bear" won the top Comedy Series prize, while stars Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach all won acting awards too. Finally, in the limited series category, "Beef" walked away with the major award for Limited Series, with Steven Yeun and Ali Wong taking home acting awards. Plus, the directors and writers for all of those shows took home trophies too.
- 1/16/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
The 75th Primetime Emmy Awards aired January 15 on Fox with actor Anthony Anderson serving as host for the first time. After months of strike-induced delays, the creatives behind the most revered shows of the 2022-2023 season finally learned the results of their TV academy bids as trophies were delved out in 26 categories covering comedy, drama, limited, variety, and competition series.
As usual, this year’s primetime ceremony occurred one week after the corresponding Creative Arts Emmys – a two-night event primarily focused on artistic and technical accomplishments. Freshman HBO drama “The Last of Us” came out on top there, with eight wins from 19 nominations. The comedies that scored the most victories (four each) were newcomers “The Bear” (FX) and “Wednesday” (Netflix), while the Netflix limited series “Beef” finished with three wins. Heading into Monday’s main event, “Beef” also stood as the limited format nominations leader with nine major bids, but...
As usual, this year’s primetime ceremony occurred one week after the corresponding Creative Arts Emmys – a two-night event primarily focused on artistic and technical accomplishments. Freshman HBO drama “The Last of Us” came out on top there, with eight wins from 19 nominations. The comedies that scored the most victories (four each) were newcomers “The Bear” (FX) and “Wednesday” (Netflix), while the Netflix limited series “Beef” finished with three wins. Heading into Monday’s main event, “Beef” also stood as the limited format nominations leader with nine major bids, but...
- 1/15/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
Yes, BET Plus offers new users a seven-day free trial. But if you really want to make the most out of your BET Plus subscription, sign up through Prime Video to get two months for just $4. Here’s everything you need to know for claiming the limited-time deal.
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The best deal for streaming BET Plus is the $1.99/month offer from Prime Video. This deal is good until Jan. 1, 2024 so you’ll want to act fast. Of course, if you’d rather get a seven-day BET Plus free trial,...
BET+ on Prime Video$1.99/month Buy Now
BET Plus Deals, Promo Codes
The best deal for streaming BET Plus is the $1.99/month offer from Prime Video. This deal is good until Jan. 1, 2024 so you’ll want to act fast. Of course, if you’d rather get a seven-day BET Plus free trial,...
- 12/21/2023
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
When Tyler Perry and BET partnered in 2019 to create content for both the cable network and its new streaming service, BET+, they had a clear goal: Cooperation, rather than competition. BET CEO Scott Mills compares BET’s relationship with the “Madea” creator to how Pixar changed the animation game for Disney.
“If BET, by analogy, is to Black viewers what Disney is to families, then when Tyler Perry came up on the scene, it was similar to when Pixar came onto the scene,” Mills said. “Disney had an animation business that was just shocked by the extraordinary success of Pixar. Disney ultimately had this great vision that as opposed to competing with Pixar, they should bring Pixar onto their side.”
Instead of dividing and conquering, they would join forces to build and expand together. And according to Nielsen’s ratings among Black viewers, that has been a recipe for success.
“If BET, by analogy, is to Black viewers what Disney is to families, then when Tyler Perry came up on the scene, it was similar to when Pixar came onto the scene,” Mills said. “Disney had an animation business that was just shocked by the extraordinary success of Pixar. Disney ultimately had this great vision that as opposed to competing with Pixar, they should bring Pixar onto their side.”
Instead of dividing and conquering, they would join forces to build and expand together. And according to Nielsen’s ratings among Black viewers, that has been a recipe for success.
- 12/14/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
On Sunday, December 3, 2023, the 5th Annual African American Film Critics Association (Aafca) TV Honors were held at Hotel Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica, California. Gold Derby associate editor Latasha Ford and senior editor Marcus J. Dixon were on the red carpet to interview honorees, award winners, legendary TV stars and more. Check out the exclusive red-carpet interviews with Jennifer Hudson, Delroy Lindo, Jessica Williams, Marla Gibbs and more above!
See Quinta Brunson, Niecy Nash-Betts, Jessica Williams, ‘P-Valley’ among winners in 5th Annual Aafca TV Awards
2023 honorees and winners list:
Honorees:
Jennifer Hudson – “We See You” Award
Marla Gibbs – Legend Award
Delroy Lindo – Legacy Award
“Ted Lasso” – Inclusion Award
“S.W.A.T.” – Impact Award
Winners:
Best TV Comedy – “Abbott Elementary” (ABC)
Best TV Drama – “P-Valley” (Starz)
Best New Show – “Mo” (Netflix)
Best Documentary – “The 1619 Project” (Onyx Collective/Hulu)
Best Limited Series – “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” (Peacock)
Best TV Movie...
See Quinta Brunson, Niecy Nash-Betts, Jessica Williams, ‘P-Valley’ among winners in 5th Annual Aafca TV Awards
2023 honorees and winners list:
Honorees:
Jennifer Hudson – “We See You” Award
Marla Gibbs – Legend Award
Delroy Lindo – Legacy Award
“Ted Lasso” – Inclusion Award
“S.W.A.T.” – Impact Award
Winners:
Best TV Comedy – “Abbott Elementary” (ABC)
Best TV Drama – “P-Valley” (Starz)
Best New Show – “Mo” (Netflix)
Best Documentary – “The 1619 Project” (Onyx Collective/Hulu)
Best Limited Series – “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” (Peacock)
Best TV Movie...
- 12/5/2023
- by Latasha Ford and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Exclusive: Ron Howard and Brian Grazer’s Imagine Entertainment is partnering with Wattpad Webtoon Studios to develop a feature adaptation of Love Advice from the Great Duke of Hell, the hit comic from the creator known as Unfins, which has thus far garnered more than 160 million views on digital comic publishing platform, Webtoon.
Attached to script the live-action take is Cody Blue Snider, a veteran of the commercial and music video worlds, who is best known for his award-winning shorts All That Remains and Fool’s Day. Imagine will produce alongside Wattpad Webtoon Studios, with Karen Lunder and Allan Mandelbaum overseeing for Imagine, and Aron Levitz, David Madden and Lindsey Weems Ramey overseeing for Wattpad Webtoon.
Unfins’ Ringo Award-nominated comic tells the story of Paul, a hapless high schooler madly in love with “the girl next door.” After mistakenly summoning The Great Duke of Hell, Astaroth, Paul offers his soul...
Attached to script the live-action take is Cody Blue Snider, a veteran of the commercial and music video worlds, who is best known for his award-winning shorts All That Remains and Fool’s Day. Imagine will produce alongside Wattpad Webtoon Studios, with Karen Lunder and Allan Mandelbaum overseeing for Imagine, and Aron Levitz, David Madden and Lindsey Weems Ramey overseeing for Wattpad Webtoon.
Unfins’ Ringo Award-nominated comic tells the story of Paul, a hapless high schooler madly in love with “the girl next door.” After mistakenly summoning The Great Duke of Hell, Astaroth, Paul offers his soul...
- 11/20/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
This Friday, November 17, 2023, at 10:07 Pm on BET, “The Ms. Pat Show” unveils its 10th episode of the third season titled “Father Christmas.” In this episode, viewers can expect a holiday-themed adventure that’s as wild as it is heartwarming.
Pat, the central character of the show, embarks on a mission to create the perfect Christmas for her partner, Terry. Her quest leads her down the path of trying to locate Terry’s biological father to make the holiday extra special. However, as she encounters challenges in tracking down this elusive figure from Terry’s past, Pat and her friend Denise set their sights on a Plan B. This alternative plan takes them to a mall Santa, setting the stage for unexpected and comedic developments.
“The Ms. Pat Show” continues to deliver its signature brand of humor and unfiltered charm in this special holiday-themed episode. Tune in to BET at...
Pat, the central character of the show, embarks on a mission to create the perfect Christmas for her partner, Terry. Her quest leads her down the path of trying to locate Terry’s biological father to make the holiday extra special. However, as she encounters challenges in tracking down this elusive figure from Terry’s past, Pat and her friend Denise set their sights on a Plan B. This alternative plan takes them to a mall Santa, setting the stage for unexpected and comedic developments.
“The Ms. Pat Show” continues to deliver its signature brand of humor and unfiltered charm in this special holiday-themed episode. Tune in to BET at...
- 11/10/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Viewers can anticipate a dramatic and emotional episode of “The Ms. Pat Show” as Season 3 continues with Episode 9 titled “Pills and Chills.” Airing on BET at 9:30 Pm on Friday, November 17, 2023, this episode delves into Terry’s struggle with pill dependence, which reaches a breaking point.
In this gripping installment, the kids make a heartfelt decision to stage an intervention for Terry. However, what was intended to be a compassionate gesture takes an unexpected turn as the intervention unravels into a marital meltdown between Terry and Pat.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is known for its honest and often humorous portrayal of family dynamics, personal struggles, and everyday life. In this episode, the series tackles a sensitive issue, shedding light on the challenges of addiction within a family context.
Tune in at 9:30 Pm on BET to witness the powerful performances and storytelling that make “The Ms. Pat Show” a standout series,...
In this gripping installment, the kids make a heartfelt decision to stage an intervention for Terry. However, what was intended to be a compassionate gesture takes an unexpected turn as the intervention unravels into a marital meltdown between Terry and Pat.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is known for its honest and often humorous portrayal of family dynamics, personal struggles, and everyday life. In this episode, the series tackles a sensitive issue, shedding light on the challenges of addiction within a family context.
Tune in at 9:30 Pm on BET to witness the powerful performances and storytelling that make “The Ms. Pat Show” a standout series,...
- 11/10/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Exclusive: Here’s your first look at So Fly Christmas, the upcoming BET+ holiday movie starring Tichina Arnold, Tami Roman, Robert Christopher Riley, and newcomer Laurissa Romain.
Written by Clarence Williams IV and directed by Terri Vaughn, the movie is currently set to debut on BET+ on November 23.
Synopsis reads: After being stood up at the altar on Christmas Eve, Wyvetta (Tichina Arnold) loses her love on her favorite holiday. To show solidarity, Wyvetta’s best friend, Dione (Tami Roman), suggests that the two of them renounce love. Things become complicated when Dione falls for a mild-mannered record store owner (Robert Christopher Riley) and tries to keep it under wraps.
The ensemble cast includes Gary Budoff (professor), with Tommy Davidson (Pastor), Jackee Harry, and Michael Colyar playing Wyvetta’s parents.
Written by Clarence Williams IV and directed by Terri Vaughn, the movie is currently set to debut on BET+ on November 23.
Synopsis reads: After being stood up at the altar on Christmas Eve, Wyvetta (Tichina Arnold) loses her love on her favorite holiday. To show solidarity, Wyvetta’s best friend, Dione (Tami Roman), suggests that the two of them renounce love. Things become complicated when Dione falls for a mild-mannered record store owner (Robert Christopher Riley) and tries to keep it under wraps.
The ensemble cast includes Gary Budoff (professor), with Tommy Davidson (Pastor), Jackee Harry, and Michael Colyar playing Wyvetta’s parents.
- 10/10/2023
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
BET’s streaming platform BET+ has unveiled 12 new projects marking the holiday season this year. The releases will be a mix of films spanning musical dramas and romantic comedies, and TV specials, including a standalone holiday episode of the streamer’s popular sitcom The Ms. Pat Show directed by Debbie Allen.
Allen is among a dynamic roster of Black writers, directors and actors who were brought on to create this year’s slate, including Jasmine Guy who stars in the family drama A Wesley Christmas Wedding and Vivica A. Fox who appears in the suspense thriller Sworn Justice: Taken Before Christmas. Additionally, Robin Givens wrote, executive produced and stars in the rom-com Christmas Rescue and directed the faith-based drama Favorite Son Christmas. Tami Roman is also executive producer of the romance drama Whatever It Takes, which she stars in, in addition to So Fly Christmas and The Ms. Pat Show holiday episode “Father Christmas.
Allen is among a dynamic roster of Black writers, directors and actors who were brought on to create this year’s slate, including Jasmine Guy who stars in the family drama A Wesley Christmas Wedding and Vivica A. Fox who appears in the suspense thriller Sworn Justice: Taken Before Christmas. Additionally, Robin Givens wrote, executive produced and stars in the rom-com Christmas Rescue and directed the faith-based drama Favorite Son Christmas. Tami Roman is also executive producer of the romance drama Whatever It Takes, which she stars in, in addition to So Fly Christmas and The Ms. Pat Show holiday episode “Father Christmas.
- 10/3/2023
- by Brande Victorian
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
On Monday, October 2, 2023, at 11:00 Pm on BET, “The Ms. Pat Show” returns with an episode titled “Twenty Seven Side Pieces.” In this episode, Denise finds herself working at a Black hair salon, but she quickly encounters some less-than-friendly colleagues, prompting her to seek the help of Pat to handle the situation.
Meanwhile, Terry continues to grapple with the lingering pain from his injury. However, as he explores various methods of pain management, he discovers that not all of them are beneficial.
As the episode unfolds, viewers can expect humor and relatable situations as the characters navigate the ups and downs of their lives. “The Ms. Pat Show” is known for its comedic take on everyday experiences, and “Twenty Seven Side Pieces” promises to deliver more laughs and memorable moments.
Tune in to BET at 11:00 Pm to join in on the comedic adventures of the characters in “The Ms. Pat Show...
Meanwhile, Terry continues to grapple with the lingering pain from his injury. However, as he explores various methods of pain management, he discovers that not all of them are beneficial.
As the episode unfolds, viewers can expect humor and relatable situations as the characters navigate the ups and downs of their lives. “The Ms. Pat Show” is known for its comedic take on everyday experiences, and “Twenty Seven Side Pieces” promises to deliver more laughs and memorable moments.
Tune in to BET at 11:00 Pm to join in on the comedic adventures of the characters in “The Ms. Pat Show...
- 9/27/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
This Wednesday, on September 27, 2023, at 10:30 Pm on BET, “The Ms. Pat Show” continues with Season 3, Episode 7, titled “Body Aches and Body Shakes.” In this episode, viewers will follow the comedic misadventures of the characters.
The episode focuses on Brandon, one of the main characters, who decides to make a significant career change. However, as he embarks on this new path, his past unexpectedly resurfaces, leading to comical and challenging situations.
Meanwhile, Terry, another character, finds himself in an amusing predicament at his workplace. He becomes a bit too friendly with a colleague, resulting in hilarious consequences.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is known for its humor and relatable situations, and this episode promises to deliver more laughs and comedic moments.
Tune in at 10:30 Pm this Wednesday on BET to watch “Body Aches and Body Shakes” and join in the fun with the characters as they navigate the ups and...
The episode focuses on Brandon, one of the main characters, who decides to make a significant career change. However, as he embarks on this new path, his past unexpectedly resurfaces, leading to comical and challenging situations.
Meanwhile, Terry, another character, finds himself in an amusing predicament at his workplace. He becomes a bit too friendly with a colleague, resulting in hilarious consequences.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is known for its humor and relatable situations, and this episode promises to deliver more laughs and comedic moments.
Tune in at 10:30 Pm this Wednesday on BET to watch “Body Aches and Body Shakes” and join in the fun with the characters as they navigate the ups and...
- 9/22/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at 10:30 Pm, BET presents Season 3, Episode 6 of “The Ms. Pat Show” titled “Nudes and Dudes.” In this episode, the characters face some comical and challenging situations.
The episode revolves around Janelle, who accidentally sends a photo meant for her boyfriend to her mom, leading to an awkward and humorous predicament. Meanwhile, Denise finds herself under pressure as she goes on a date with Terry’s boss, with Terry’s promotion hanging in the balance.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is known for its humor and witty storytelling, and “Nudes and Dudes” promises to deliver laughs and entertaining moments as the characters navigate these hilarious and relatable scenarios.
If you enjoy comedy and light-hearted situations, don’t miss “Nudes and Dudes” on September 20th at 10:30 Pm on BET. It’s a chance to join in the fun and laughter with the characters of “The Ms. Pat Show...
The episode revolves around Janelle, who accidentally sends a photo meant for her boyfriend to her mom, leading to an awkward and humorous predicament. Meanwhile, Denise finds herself under pressure as she goes on a date with Terry’s boss, with Terry’s promotion hanging in the balance.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is known for its humor and witty storytelling, and “Nudes and Dudes” promises to deliver laughs and entertaining moments as the characters navigate these hilarious and relatable scenarios.
If you enjoy comedy and light-hearted situations, don’t miss “Nudes and Dudes” on September 20th at 10:30 Pm on BET. It’s a chance to join in the fun and laughter with the characters of “The Ms. Pat Show...
- 9/17/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday.
Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
Oscars | Emmys | Grammys | Tonys
2023 Emmy Predictions:
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Rachel Brosnahan, ‘Go Forward’.. photo: Philippe Antonello / ©Amazon /Courtesy Everett Collection
Weekly Commentary: Quinta Brunson is the front-runner to win her first acting Emmy for her charming turn as Janine Teagues, the optimistic 2nd-grade teacher from ABC’s hit mockumentary.
Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
Oscars | Emmys | Grammys | Tonys
2023 Emmy Predictions:
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Rachel Brosnahan, ‘Go Forward’.. photo: Philippe Antonello / ©Amazon /Courtesy Everett Collection
Weekly Commentary: Quinta Brunson is the front-runner to win her first acting Emmy for her charming turn as Janine Teagues, the optimistic 2nd-grade teacher from ABC’s hit mockumentary.
- 8/17/2023
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday.
Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
Oscars | Emmys | Grammys | Tonys
2023 Emmy Predictions:
Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series
Weekly Commentary: Official commentary coming soon.
The final Emmy voting rounds open on Aug. 17 at 9 a.m. Pt and close on Aug. 28 at 10 p.m. Pst.
Read: Variety’s Awards Circuit for the latest Creative Arts predictions in all categories.
2022 category...
Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
Oscars | Emmys | Grammys | Tonys
2023 Emmy Predictions:
Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series
Weekly Commentary: Official commentary coming soon.
The final Emmy voting rounds open on Aug. 17 at 9 a.m. Pt and close on Aug. 28 at 10 p.m. Pst.
Read: Variety’s Awards Circuit for the latest Creative Arts predictions in all categories.
2022 category...
- 8/3/2023
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Imagine Entertainment has struck a pre-emptive film rights deal for Whalefall, the next anticipated novel from best-selling author Daniel Kraus. The deal for the book option was reached ahead of its August 8 publication by MTV Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster.
Agreements of the sort are not frequently come upon these days, amid the SAG-AFTRA and the WGA strikes. The idea here is, of course, to develop Whalefall for the big screen, at the point when Hollywood is again back up and running. No development will be done and no writing services will be rendered here until new guild contracts are struck.
Already generating critical acclaim from early readers and immense buzz within the world of publishing, the book is described as The Martian meets 127 Hours. The story follows a scuba diver in search of his deceased father’s remains who gets swallowed by an 80-foot, 60-ton sperm...
Agreements of the sort are not frequently come upon these days, amid the SAG-AFTRA and the WGA strikes. The idea here is, of course, to develop Whalefall for the big screen, at the point when Hollywood is again back up and running. No development will be done and no writing services will be rendered here until new guild contracts are struck.
Already generating critical acclaim from early readers and immense buzz within the world of publishing, the book is described as The Martian meets 127 Hours. The story follows a scuba diver in search of his deceased father’s remains who gets swallowed by an 80-foot, 60-ton sperm...
- 8/1/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
The African American Film Critics Association (Aafca) today announced the winners of its 5th Annual TV Awards, a list that includes Niecy Nash-Betts for Best TV Acting (Female) for her role in the limited series “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan for their roles for Best TV Acting (Male) for their work on “P-Valley,” Quinta Brunson for Best TV Writing for “Abbott Elementary,” “P-Valley” from Starz as both Best TV Drama and Best Ensemble, “Abbott Elementary” as Best TV Comedy and Jessica Williams from “Shrinking” as Breakout Star.
Also honored this year were Netflix’s “Mo” as Best New Show,” Hulu’s “The 1619 Project” as Best Documentary, Peacock’s “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” as Best Limited Series, Peacock’s “Shooting Stars” as Best TV-Movie and Mary Lou Belli, Debbie Allen, Tasha Smith, Henry Chan and Jordan E. Cooper sharing the...
Also honored this year were Netflix’s “Mo” as Best New Show,” Hulu’s “The 1619 Project” as Best Documentary, Peacock’s “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” as Best Limited Series, Peacock’s “Shooting Stars” as Best TV-Movie and Mary Lou Belli, Debbie Allen, Tasha Smith, Henry Chan and Jordan E. Cooper sharing the...
- 7/19/2023
- by Ray Richmond
- Gold Derby
Niecy Nash-Betts, Quinta Brunson and P-Valley are among the winners at the African American Film Critics Association’s fifth annual TV Honors, recognizing achievements in streaming and broadcast television.
Brunson was recognized for her writing on ABC’s Abbott Elementary, Nash-Betts for her performance in Netflix’s Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story and actors J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan for their work on Starz’s P-Valley.
In addition, Abbott Elementary was named best comedy series, while P-Valley landed the award for best drama.
Also among the winners are Netflix’s Mo for best new show and the Peacock series The Best Man: The Final Chapters for best limited series.
Additionally, the Aafca previously announced its plans to present special achievement honors to several recipients, including Egot winner Jennifer Hudson, who will be honored with the We See You Award; actor Delroy Lindo, known for roles in such films as Crooklyn,...
Brunson was recognized for her writing on ABC’s Abbott Elementary, Nash-Betts for her performance in Netflix’s Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story and actors J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan for their work on Starz’s P-Valley.
In addition, Abbott Elementary was named best comedy series, while P-Valley landed the award for best drama.
Also among the winners are Netflix’s Mo for best new show and the Peacock series The Best Man: The Final Chapters for best limited series.
Additionally, the Aafca previously announced its plans to present special achievement honors to several recipients, including Egot winner Jennifer Hudson, who will be honored with the We See You Award; actor Delroy Lindo, known for roles in such films as Crooklyn,...
- 7/19/2023
- by Xennia Hamilton
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Abbott Elementary” and “P-Valley” are among the top winners of the African American Film Critics Association (Aafca)’s fifth annual TV Honors, which recognizes exceptional achievements in broadcast television and streaming with an emphasis on entertainment representing the Black diaspora.
“Abbott Elementary” took home titles for best TV comedy and best TV writing (awarded to Quinta Brunson) while “P-Valley” was awarded best TV drama and best ensemble. Niecy Nash-Betts and Jessica Williams were also awarded best TV acting (female) and breakout star, respectively.
They join a slate of awardees including “P-Valley” stars J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan sharing the win for best TV acting (male) and Mary Lou Belli, Debbie Allen, Tasha Smith, Henry Chan and Jordan E. Cooper from “The Ms. Pat Show” for best TV directing.
“Aafca is proud to recognize the brightest talents in television,” said Aafca co-founder and president Gil Robertson. With the entertainment industry...
“Abbott Elementary” took home titles for best TV comedy and best TV writing (awarded to Quinta Brunson) while “P-Valley” was awarded best TV drama and best ensemble. Niecy Nash-Betts and Jessica Williams were also awarded best TV acting (female) and breakout star, respectively.
They join a slate of awardees including “P-Valley” stars J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan sharing the win for best TV acting (male) and Mary Lou Belli, Debbie Allen, Tasha Smith, Henry Chan and Jordan E. Cooper from “The Ms. Pat Show” for best TV directing.
“Aafca is proud to recognize the brightest talents in television,” said Aafca co-founder and president Gil Robertson. With the entertainment industry...
- 7/19/2023
- by McKinley Franklin
- Variety Film + TV
The 5th Annual African-American Film Critics Association (Aafca) appears to be aligning somewhat with this year’s Emmy nominations in the recognition of Black talent both in front and behind the camera. ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” and its creator-star Quinta Brunson claimed the Best TV Comedy and Best TV Writing prizes (the latter of which won an Emmy in 2022), Niecy Nash-Betts claimed the Best TV Acting (Female) prize and “Shrinking” star Jessica Williams, who netted her first Emmy nomination last week, received the Breakout Star award.
Other winners included the highly-acclaimed but still Emmy-less “P-Valley,”, the winner of Best TV Drama and Best TV Acting (Male) for actors J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan, Netflix’s “Mo” taking Best New Show, and Limited Series honors went to Peacock’s “The Best Man: The Final Chapters”, reuniting cast members such as Terrence Howard, Morris Chestnut and Nia Long, among many from...
Other winners included the highly-acclaimed but still Emmy-less “P-Valley,”, the winner of Best TV Drama and Best TV Acting (Male) for actors J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan, Netflix’s “Mo” taking Best New Show, and Limited Series honors went to Peacock’s “The Best Man: The Final Chapters”, reuniting cast members such as Terrence Howard, Morris Chestnut and Nia Long, among many from...
- 7/19/2023
- by Jason Clark
- The Wrap
Starz’s P-Valley won a leading three awards including Best Drama, Best Ensemble and Best Acting (Male) for J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan as the African American Film Critics Association revealed winners Wednesday of its fifth annual TV Honors.
The other multiple winner this year is ABC’s Abbott Elementary, which was named Best Comedy, while its creator-star Quinta Brunson won for Best Writing.
Other notable winners include Niecy Nash-Betts, who won the Best Acting (Female) for Netflix’s Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, and Jessica Williams, who won the Breakout Star Award for Apple TV+’s Shrinking.
The awards recognize achievements in broadcast TV and streaming with an emphasis on entertainment representing the Black diaspora. Winners will be feted during a luncheon August 27 in Santa Monica, where previously announced honors will also be bestowed on Jennifer Hudson (the We See You Award), Delroy Lindo (Legacy Award...
The other multiple winner this year is ABC’s Abbott Elementary, which was named Best Comedy, while its creator-star Quinta Brunson won for Best Writing.
Other notable winners include Niecy Nash-Betts, who won the Best Acting (Female) for Netflix’s Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, and Jessica Williams, who won the Breakout Star Award for Apple TV+’s Shrinking.
The awards recognize achievements in broadcast TV and streaming with an emphasis on entertainment representing the Black diaspora. Winners will be feted during a luncheon August 27 in Santa Monica, where previously announced honors will also be bestowed on Jennifer Hudson (the We See You Award), Delroy Lindo (Legacy Award...
- 7/19/2023
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
This year’s Primetime Emmy nominations once again prove how hard it is to keep up with all the changes in the television landscape. If the narrative last year was about there being too much TV coming out of the pandemic, this year swung in the opposite direction, with shows being canceled and expunged from their home platforms within months of airing, and a complete work stoppage looming due to the ongoing Writers Guild strike, and SAG-AFTRA negotiations still going downhill. Almost fitting that the final season of “Succession,” a beloved satire poking at corporate greed on such a minute level that there is even a plot point about a streaming service’s shaky viewership numbers, be the most nominated show of the year.
Here we breakdown five key takeaways from the 2023 Emmy nominations, that both add to the doom and gloom, and offer some silver linings about the future of awards-worthy TV.
Here we breakdown five key takeaways from the 2023 Emmy nominations, that both add to the doom and gloom, and offer some silver linings about the future of awards-worthy TV.
- 7/13/2023
- by Marcus Jones
- Indiewire
It’s been a banner Emmy nomination day for Imagine Entertainment, the company notching 14 noms across a variety of categories including Outstanding Scripted Variety Series and Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special.
“I think it’s a real testament to the diversity of our teams,” Imagine Entertainment President Justin Wilkes told Deadline. “When you look at just the breadth of the nominations — which range from A Black Lady Sketch Show, to Emily in Paris, to our great feature doc on Judy Blume, the Letterman-Zelenskyy interview — it really just shows off the full range of what Imagine’s doing as a company. I’m incredibly proud of it.”
Quinta Brunson (L) and Robin Thede in ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’
A Black Lady Sketch Show, from Imagine division Jax Media, nabbed three nominations, including Outstanding Scripted Variety Series, picture editing and production design. Emily in Paris, the Netflix series, also scored three noms – for makeup,...
“I think it’s a real testament to the diversity of our teams,” Imagine Entertainment President Justin Wilkes told Deadline. “When you look at just the breadth of the nominations — which range from A Black Lady Sketch Show, to Emily in Paris, to our great feature doc on Judy Blume, the Letterman-Zelenskyy interview — it really just shows off the full range of what Imagine’s doing as a company. I’m incredibly proud of it.”
Quinta Brunson (L) and Robin Thede in ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’
A Black Lady Sketch Show, from Imagine division Jax Media, nabbed three nominations, including Outstanding Scripted Variety Series, picture editing and production design. Emily in Paris, the Netflix series, also scored three noms – for makeup,...
- 7/13/2023
- by Matthew Carey
- Deadline Film + TV
By Abe Friedtanzer
Anthony Carrigan and Michael Irby in Barry
Whereas the drama series race can only bring back three of last year’s nominees, six of the comedy honorees are eligible again this year (Hacks and Curb Your Enthusiasm are the two that aren’t). It’s also the final season of heavyweights like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Barry, and Ted Lasso along with two other past nominees, Atlanta and Dead to Me. There’s a slate of new shows in contention, like The Bear, Wednesday, Shrinking, and Poker Face, and it’s important not to forget the show that’s on the rise and likely to be the one to beat this year: Abbott Elementary.
The true challenge of predicting these races is the number of nominees in each based on the number of submissions on the ballot, especially in comparison to the drama categories. Both supporting races only have seven nominees,...
Anthony Carrigan and Michael Irby in Barry
Whereas the drama series race can only bring back three of last year’s nominees, six of the comedy honorees are eligible again this year (Hacks and Curb Your Enthusiasm are the two that aren’t). It’s also the final season of heavyweights like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Barry, and Ted Lasso along with two other past nominees, Atlanta and Dead to Me. There’s a slate of new shows in contention, like The Bear, Wednesday, Shrinking, and Poker Face, and it’s important not to forget the show that’s on the rise and likely to be the one to beat this year: Abbott Elementary.
The true challenge of predicting these races is the number of nominees in each based on the number of submissions on the ballot, especially in comparison to the drama categories. Both supporting races only have seven nominees,...
- 7/9/2023
- by Abe Friedtanzer
- FilmExperience
Sweet Magnolias is getting a real fresh mom.
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air vet Janet Hubert will guest-star in Season 3 of the Netflix series as Bev Decatur, the mother of Heather Headley’s character, Helen.
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Helen goes to visit her mom in Tampa, in need of Bev’s humor, compassion and tough love during a moment of crisis. The 10-episode...
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air vet Janet Hubert will guest-star in Season 3 of the Netflix series as Bev Decatur, the mother of Heather Headley’s character, Helen.
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Helen goes to visit her mom in Tampa, in need of Bev’s humor, compassion and tough love during a moment of crisis. The 10-episode...
- 7/6/2023
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
Janet Hubert is making her way from Belair to Serenity, Sc as she joins “Sweet Magnolias” for Season 3.
Variety has learned Hubert will guest star as Bev Decatur, Helen’s (Heather Headley) mother. In a moment of crisis, Helen goes to Tampa to visit her mother, needing Bev’s unique blend of humor, compassion, and tough love.
“Following the brawl at Sullivan’s, Maddie wrestles with the best way to help Cal and works to clear her own emotional path. Helen faces difficult decisions about the men in her life. And Dana Sue searches for a way to use Miss Frances’ check to help the community, without upending her family. The identity of the tire slasher sends shockwaves through Serenity, the recall causes unexpected consequences, and there are romantic surprises in every generation. Throughout the season, the ladies tackle these problems — and all the complications they cause — with their trademark warmth,...
Variety has learned Hubert will guest star as Bev Decatur, Helen’s (Heather Headley) mother. In a moment of crisis, Helen goes to Tampa to visit her mother, needing Bev’s unique blend of humor, compassion, and tough love.
“Following the brawl at Sullivan’s, Maddie wrestles with the best way to help Cal and works to clear her own emotional path. Helen faces difficult decisions about the men in her life. And Dana Sue searches for a way to use Miss Frances’ check to help the community, without upending her family. The identity of the tire slasher sends shockwaves through Serenity, the recall causes unexpected consequences, and there are romantic surprises in every generation. Throughout the season, the ladies tackle these problems — and all the complications they cause — with their trademark warmth,...
- 7/6/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sara Bareilles and members of the Broadway community serenaded Times Square Thursday in a show of solidarity with the Writers Guild of America.
At the themed WGA Broadway Day Rally, performers belted out classic show tunes with nods to organizing such as “Do You Hear the People Sing?” from Les Misérables, “Ya Got Trouble” from The Music Man, with references to residuals and streaming and “America” performed by Rent star Adam Pascal and Catch Me if You Can star Norbert Leo Butz, his original understudy. Members from SAG-AFTRA, Actors’ Equity, IATSE and Local 802 AFM, the musicians’ union, attended the rally led by Girls5eva star Paula Pell.
“None of these streets exist. None of your favorite movies exist. None of your favorite TV shows exist without writers. We deserve to live with a living wage,” Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda said, before performing and playing “My Shot” on the keyboard.
At the themed WGA Broadway Day Rally, performers belted out classic show tunes with nods to organizing such as “Do You Hear the People Sing?” from Les Misérables, “Ya Got Trouble” from The Music Man, with references to residuals and streaming and “America” performed by Rent star Adam Pascal and Catch Me if You Can star Norbert Leo Butz, his original understudy. Members from SAG-AFTRA, Actors’ Equity, IATSE and Local 802 AFM, the musicians’ union, attended the rally led by Girls5eva star Paula Pell.
“None of these streets exist. None of your favorite movies exist. None of your favorite TV shows exist without writers. We deserve to live with a living wage,” Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda said, before performing and playing “My Shot” on the keyboard.
- 6/15/2023
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Even with the institution of gender neutral categories in the acting and supporting acting fields, everything old is new again as the Seventh Annual Black Reel Television Awards (BoltsTV) announced the list of this year’s nominees for recognition. Two names were still returning favorites to the nominations field which also included one record-breaking repeat performance and one surprising new entrant to challenge them all.
The Best Man: The Final Chapters secured its place in Black Reel Award history, with eighteen nominations, the most by any program ever in a single year. The Final Chapters, the ground-breaking mini-series that brought back all of the actors from the previous two movies, also ushered showrunner Malcolm D. Lee to three award nominations of his own for writing and directing in the series.
Perennial favorite, Donald Glover continued his recent dominance by leading the pack in personal nominations, receiving five this year. Glover...
The Best Man: The Final Chapters secured its place in Black Reel Award history, with eighteen nominations, the most by any program ever in a single year. The Final Chapters, the ground-breaking mini-series that brought back all of the actors from the previous two movies, also ushered showrunner Malcolm D. Lee to three award nominations of his own for writing and directing in the series.
Perennial favorite, Donald Glover continued his recent dominance by leading the pack in personal nominations, receiving five this year. Glover...
- 6/15/2023
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Please Note: This forecast, assembled by The Hollywood Reporter’s awards columnist Scott Feinberg, reflects his best attempt to predict the behavior of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, not his personal preferences. He arrives at these standings by drawing upon consultations with voters and strategists, analysis of marketing and campaigns, results of awards that precede the Emmys and the history of the Emmys itself. There will be regular updates to reflect new developments.
*Best Drama Series*
Frontrunners
Succession (HBO/Max)
The White Lotus: Sicily (HBO/Max)
The Last of Us (HBO/Max)
Better Call Saul (AMC)
The Crown (Netflix)
Yellowjackets (Showtime)
The Mandalorian (Disney+)
The Diplomat (Netflix)
Major Threats
House of the Dragon (HBO/Max)
The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)
1923 (Paramount+)
Yellowstone (Paramount)
Andor (Disney+)
The Old Man (FX)
The Boys (Amazon)
Bad Sisters (Apple TV+)
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon)
Possibilities
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story...
*Best Drama Series*
Frontrunners
Succession (HBO/Max)
The White Lotus: Sicily (HBO/Max)
The Last of Us (HBO/Max)
Better Call Saul (AMC)
The Crown (Netflix)
Yellowjackets (Showtime)
The Mandalorian (Disney+)
The Diplomat (Netflix)
Major Threats
House of the Dragon (HBO/Max)
The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)
1923 (Paramount+)
Yellowstone (Paramount)
Andor (Disney+)
The Old Man (FX)
The Boys (Amazon)
Bad Sisters (Apple TV+)
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon)
Possibilities
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story...
- 6/2/2023
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Pat Williams, aka Ms. Pat, is not going anywhere just yet. BET+ has renewed her comedy, The Ms. Pat Show, for a fourth season. Williams also has two more shows currently in development with the streaming service. Per Deadline, the new shows are the animated series Krack Babies and the workplace comedy Hud.
Also starring J. Bernard Calloway, Tami Roman, Vince Swann, Briyana Guadalupe, and Theodore John Barnes, The Ms. Pat Show follows the Carson family as they adjust to life in a conservative Indiana town after moving there from Atlanta. Williams’ life and work inspired the comedy.
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Also starring J. Bernard Calloway, Tami Roman, Vince Swann, Briyana Guadalupe, and Theodore John Barnes, The Ms. Pat Show follows the Carson family as they adjust to life in a conservative Indiana town after moving there from Atlanta. Williams’ life and work inspired the comedy.
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- 5/31/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
One of the most buzzed-about shows of the summer is coming this weekend: Max launches music drama series “The Idol” on Sunday, June 4. Jocelyn’s (played by Lily-Rose Depp) career was derailed by a breakdown on her last tour. Now, she wants to reclaim her status as America’s sexist pop star and believes that Tedros (The Weeknd) — a nightclub owner with a shady past and possible cult ties — can help her. But will romance blind her to reality?
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Apple TV’s upcoming thriller “Hijack,” starring and executive produced by Idris Elba, is set to debut on June 28. The action drama is told in real time — a hijacked plane makes its way to London during a seven-hour flight, as authorities on the ground try to save the lives of passengers.
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Apple TV’s upcoming thriller “Hijack,” starring and executive produced by Idris Elba, is set to debut on June 28. The action drama is told in real time — a hijacked plane makes its way to London during a seven-hour flight, as authorities on the ground try to save the lives of passengers.
- 5/31/2023
- by Fern Siegel
- The Streamable
The Roy family’s farewell bash was well-attended on Sunday night.
The Succession series finale drew just shy of 3 million viewers on Sunday night (across HBO linear telecasts and Max), marking both a 68-percent improvement over the Season 3 finale and a series high.
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Prior to the finale, the series’ Sunday night high had been set by Episode 6 of the farewell season,...
The Succession series finale drew just shy of 3 million viewers on Sunday night (across HBO linear telecasts and Max), marking both a 68-percent improvement over the Season 3 finale and a series high.
More from TVLineSarah Snook Gives Birth, Watched Succession Series Finale With Her Newborn -- See First PhotoSuccession Finale: Jeremy Strong Reveals a Shocking Alternate EndingSuccession Creator Explains Why [Spoiler] Was the Only Choice for CEO, Hints at Where the Roys Go From Here
Prior to the finale, the series’ Sunday night high had been set by Episode 6 of the farewell season,...
- 5/30/2023
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Please Note: This forecast, assembled by The Hollywood Reporter’s awards columnist Scott Feinberg, reflects his best attempt to predict the behavior of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, not his personal preferences. He arrives at these standings by drawing upon consultations with voters and strategists, analysis of marketing and campaigns, results of awards that precede the Emmys and the history of the Emmys itself. There will be regular updates to reflect new developments.
*Best Drama Series*
Frontrunners
Succession (HBO/Max)
The White Lotus: Sicily (HBO/Max)
The Last of Us (HBO/Max)
Better Call Saul (AMC)
House of the Dragon (HBO/Max)
Yellowjackets (Showtime)
The Crown (Netflix)
The Mandalorian (Disney+)
Major Threats
Andor (Disney+)
The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)
1923 (Paramount+)
Yellowstone (Paramount)
The Diplomat (Netflix)
The Old Man (FX)
The Boys (Amazon)
Slow Horses (Apple TV+)
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon)
Bad Sisters (Apple...
*Best Drama Series*
Frontrunners
Succession (HBO/Max)
The White Lotus: Sicily (HBO/Max)
The Last of Us (HBO/Max)
Better Call Saul (AMC)
House of the Dragon (HBO/Max)
Yellowjackets (Showtime)
The Crown (Netflix)
The Mandalorian (Disney+)
Major Threats
Andor (Disney+)
The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)
1923 (Paramount+)
Yellowstone (Paramount)
The Diplomat (Netflix)
The Old Man (FX)
The Boys (Amazon)
Slow Horses (Apple TV+)
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon)
Bad Sisters (Apple...
- 5/25/2023
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Tami Roman will executive produce and star in the BET+ holiday film Whatever It Takes from Swirl Films and Roman Ramsey Productions premiering later this year.
“We wanted to create a film that would not only entertain but also resonate with people during the holiday season,” said Roman. “It’s a story that showcases the beauty of love and the power of forgiveness, even in the face of the most challenging situations.”
From writers TuShonda Whitaker and Amaleka McCall Brathwaite, Whatever It Takes focuses on how messy the holidays can be. Sure, it’s typically the time for love and friendship but that’s not what this movie is about.
As per the logline: Santa’s big bag is carrying nothing but folks’ emotional baggage. When it all gets exposed, chaos ensues, and everyone must learn how to navigate unexpected obstacles. This film combines comedy,...
“We wanted to create a film that would not only entertain but also resonate with people during the holiday season,” said Roman. “It’s a story that showcases the beauty of love and the power of forgiveness, even in the face of the most challenging situations.”
From writers TuShonda Whitaker and Amaleka McCall Brathwaite, Whatever It Takes focuses on how messy the holidays can be. Sure, it’s typically the time for love and friendship but that’s not what this movie is about.
As per the logline: Santa’s big bag is carrying nothing but folks’ emotional baggage. When it all gets exposed, chaos ensues, and everyone must learn how to navigate unexpected obstacles. This film combines comedy,...
- 5/16/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Please Note: This forecast, assembled by The Hollywood Reporter’s awards columnist Scott Feinberg, reflects his best attempt to predict the behavior of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, not his personal preferences. He arrives at these standings by drawing upon consultations with voters and strategists, analysis of marketing and campaigns, results of awards that precede the Emmys and the history of the Emmys itself. There will be regular updates to reflect new developments.
*Best Drama Series*
Frontrunners
Succession (HBO/Max)
The White Lotus: Sicily (HBO/Max)
The Last of Us (HBO/Max)
Better Call Saul (AMC)
House of the Dragon (HBO/Max)
Yellowjackets (Showtime)
The Crown (Netflix)
The Mandalorian (Disney+)
Major Threats
Andor (Disney+)
1923 (Paramount+)
The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)
The Diplomat (Netflix)
Yellowstone (Paramount)
The Old Man (FX)
The Boys (Amazon)
Slow Horses (Apple TV+)
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon)
Bad Sisters (Apple...
*Best Drama Series*
Frontrunners
Succession (HBO/Max)
The White Lotus: Sicily (HBO/Max)
The Last of Us (HBO/Max)
Better Call Saul (AMC)
House of the Dragon (HBO/Max)
Yellowjackets (Showtime)
The Crown (Netflix)
The Mandalorian (Disney+)
Major Threats
Andor (Disney+)
1923 (Paramount+)
The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)
The Diplomat (Netflix)
Yellowstone (Paramount)
The Old Man (FX)
The Boys (Amazon)
Slow Horses (Apple TV+)
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon)
Bad Sisters (Apple...
- 5/4/2023
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Christina Anthony (Mixed-ish), Ray Santiago (Ash vs. Evil Dead) and Melanie J. Newby (Halt & Catch Fire) are set as series regulars opposite Amber Ruffin in NBC comedy pilot Non-Evil Twin from Universal Television.
Written by Ruffin and Kenny Smith, the multi-camera pilot stars Ruffin playing the dual roles of twin sisters Angie and Amber. Angie is the ruthless CEO of AngieCorp, who is as heartless as she is rich. Angie instills fear in everyone she meets, except her caring sister, Amber, who only sees the good in her. Amber—a pushover when it comes to Angie—is forced to step in as the leader of AngieCorp, a Fortune 500 company, despite knowing little about business and even less about the way her sister has been running the corporation.
Anthony will play Christina, Angie’s assistant/acolyte who believes she’s the smartest person in the room and easily annoyed by others.
Written by Ruffin and Kenny Smith, the multi-camera pilot stars Ruffin playing the dual roles of twin sisters Angie and Amber. Angie is the ruthless CEO of AngieCorp, who is as heartless as she is rich. Angie instills fear in everyone she meets, except her caring sister, Amber, who only sees the good in her. Amber—a pushover when it comes to Angie—is forced to step in as the leader of AngieCorp, a Fortune 500 company, despite knowing little about business and even less about the way her sister has been running the corporation.
Anthony will play Christina, Angie’s assistant/acolyte who believes she’s the smartest person in the room and easily annoyed by others.
- 4/13/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Ms. Pat is back for a third season of shenanigans as the Emmy-nominated comedy series “The Ms. Pat Show” continues. In celebration of Feb. 23 season premiere, series star Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams and showrunner Jordan E. Cooper sat down for a Variety TV Screening Series conversation, presented by BET+, to discuss classic sitcoms, getting “The Jeffersons” star Marla Gibbs to curse and tackling society’s ongoing obsession with Botox.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is based on Williams’ personal life, drawing from the comedienne’s past as a teenage mom and ex-felon. Williams concurrently serves as a writer and producer on the series, which she developed alongside Cooper. The Season 3 premiere also marks Cooper’s directing debut and he helmed three of the nine new episodes.
“We started this journey together,” Williams said, fondly reflecting on her collaboration with Cooper. “So to see him direct, it just brought tears to my eyes.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is based on Williams’ personal life, drawing from the comedienne’s past as a teenage mom and ex-felon. Williams concurrently serves as a writer and producer on the series, which she developed alongside Cooper. The Season 3 premiere also marks Cooper’s directing debut and he helmed three of the nine new episodes.
“We started this journey together,” Williams said, fondly reflecting on her collaboration with Cooper. “So to see him direct, it just brought tears to my eyes.
- 2/27/2023
- by Katie Reul
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Prolific producer and actor DeVon Franklin has set up two new scripted development projects at BET+ under his overall deal with CBS Studios, which is the studio for both.
The first project, Played, is a comedy in which Franklin would star. The second project, Closure, for BET and BET+, is a family drama inspired by the life of baseball Hall-of-Famer Andre Dawson turned funeral home owner. Franklin would executive produce both projects via his Franklin Entertainment.
Written by Devon Shepard (The Ms. Pat Show), in Played, Franklin stars as a TV personality in the comedy which chronicles the trials of a dysfunctional dater.
Here’s the official logline: “What if the life of a dysfunctional dater is punctuated by his conscience being a fully-produced talk show hosted by real-life tv personality and producer DeVon Franklin? Every time our guy is faced with one of life’s many dilemmas, he...
The first project, Played, is a comedy in which Franklin would star. The second project, Closure, for BET and BET+, is a family drama inspired by the life of baseball Hall-of-Famer Andre Dawson turned funeral home owner. Franklin would executive produce both projects via his Franklin Entertainment.
Written by Devon Shepard (The Ms. Pat Show), in Played, Franklin stars as a TV personality in the comedy which chronicles the trials of a dysfunctional dater.
Here’s the official logline: “What if the life of a dysfunctional dater is punctuated by his conscience being a fully-produced talk show hosted by real-life tv personality and producer DeVon Franklin? Every time our guy is faced with one of life’s many dilemmas, he...
- 2/27/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Television executive and producer Natalie Berkus has been promoted to Senior Vice President at Imagine Television, where she will continue to develop series across both drama and comedy.
“We’re thrilled for Natalie to be growing her role within the Imagine TV team,” said Kristen Zolner, head of Imagine Television. “She has incredible creative instincts and we’re looking forward to the new projects she champions.”
Since joining Imagine in 2019, Berkus has set up series at Hulu, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, BET, FX, Peacock, and Paramount+, and overseen production on series such as The Ms. Pat Show, 68 Whiskey and Why Women Kill. Berkus is currently developing multiple projects based on IP from the Imagine library in conjunction with Universal, including the TV adaptation of Fear at Peacock and a soon to be announced series based on one of Imagine’s most iconic titles.
Prior to joining Imagine, Berkus worked on...
“We’re thrilled for Natalie to be growing her role within the Imagine TV team,” said Kristen Zolner, head of Imagine Television. “She has incredible creative instincts and we’re looking forward to the new projects she champions.”
Since joining Imagine in 2019, Berkus has set up series at Hulu, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, BET, FX, Peacock, and Paramount+, and overseen production on series such as The Ms. Pat Show, 68 Whiskey and Why Women Kill. Berkus is currently developing multiple projects based on IP from the Imagine library in conjunction with Universal, including the TV adaptation of Fear at Peacock and a soon to be announced series based on one of Imagine’s most iconic titles.
Prior to joining Imagine, Berkus worked on...
- 1/10/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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As stars such as Samuel L. Jackson, Danielle Brooks, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and more come to Broadway this season, the African American Film Critics Association celebrated the pipeline of talent between Hollywood and the theater industry.
“Everything starts at Broadway,” said Gil Robertson, president of the Aafca. “It’s the original training ground.”
In the group’s inaugural event, which took place Monday at the Lamb’s Club in New York, the association honored cast and creatives from this Broadway season including Latanya Richardson Jackson, director of The Piano Lesson, Wendell Pierce, currently starring in Death of a Salesman, Jordan E. Cooper, playwright of Ain’t No Mo’, as well as the revival of Suzan-Lori Parks’ play Topdog/Underdog, which stars Abdul-Mateen and Corey Hawkins.
John Douglas Thompson, a classically trained actor who starred on Broadway in productions such as Julius Cesar and...
As stars such as Samuel L. Jackson, Danielle Brooks, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and more come to Broadway this season, the African American Film Critics Association celebrated the pipeline of talent between Hollywood and the theater industry.
“Everything starts at Broadway,” said Gil Robertson, president of the Aafca. “It’s the original training ground.”
In the group’s inaugural event, which took place Monday at the Lamb’s Club in New York, the association honored cast and creatives from this Broadway season including Latanya Richardson Jackson, director of The Piano Lesson, Wendell Pierce, currently starring in Death of a Salesman, Jordan E. Cooper, playwright of Ain’t No Mo’, as well as the revival of Suzan-Lori Parks’ play Topdog/Underdog, which stars Abdul-Mateen and Corey Hawkins.
John Douglas Thompson, a classically trained actor who starred on Broadway in productions such as Julius Cesar and...
- 10/18/2022
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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