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Gary Collinson

HBO developing epic fantasy drama Asunda

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With Game of Thrones coming to an end this spring, HBO is turning its attention to the comic book medium for its next potential fantasy series, with Deadline reporting that the cable network is developing an adaptation of Sebastian A. Jones’ Asunda. Inspired by Greek mythology and J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth works, Asunda takes place in […]

Tom Hanks to play Elvis’ manager Colonel Tom Parker for director Baz Luhrmann

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Oscar-winner Tom Hanks looks set to follow his upcoming Mr. Rogers biopic A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood by portraying another real-life figure – that of Elvis Presley’s legendary manager Colonel Tom Parker. Variety reports that Hanks is in talks to star in the as-yet-untitled film, which is being directed by Baz Luhrmann (Moulin Rouge!) […]

Sylvester Stallone to produce and direct dirty cop drama series The Tenderloin

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A+E Networks has announced that Sylvester Stallone is teaming with History for a new drama series entitled The Tenderloin, which will deal with dirty cops in early 20th century New York City. According to THR, Stallone will serve as executive producer on the drama as well as directing multiple episodes of the show, which is […]

Captain Marvel’s McKenna Grace joins the new Ghostbusters

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Young Captain Marvel actress McKenna Grace has signed on to appears in director Jason Reitman’s as-yet-untitled Ghostbusters sequel, Entertainment Weekly has revealed. Grace is set to portray the daughter of Carrie Coon’s (The Sinner) single mother character, and sister to Stranger Things star Finn Wolfhard. While specific plot details are being kept under wraps, it’s […]

DC Universe announces Swamp Thing premiere date, new content plans and release schedule

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DC Entertainment hosted a special DC Universe panel at WonderCon Anaheim yesterday, where – in addition to unveiling a first-look image of Brec Bassinger as Stargirl – we got a number of announcements regarding the streaming service’s upcoming slate of content. First up comes the official premiere date for the live-action series Swamp Thing from […]

Rosario Dawson and Joey Lauren Adams confirmed for Jay and Silent Bob Reboot

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Having just wrapped filming in New Orleans this past week, we now have confirmed on two more View Askewniverse veterans who’ll be reuniting with Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes for the upcoming comedy sequel Jay and Silent Bob Reboot. Smith shared a photo to Instagram revealing that Rosario Dawson has shot scenes for the movie, […]

Games of Thrones prequel pilot adds five series regulars

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With the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones fast approaching, HBO is pressing ahead with its plans for a spinoff prequel, adding five new series regulars to the cast of the pilot. Marquis Rodriquez (Luke Cage), John Simm (Doctor Who), Richard McCabe (Collateral), John Heffernan (Luther), and Dixie Egerickx (Patrick Melrose) have all […]

First look at Brec Bassinger as Stargirl in DC Universe series

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During its panel yesterday at WonderCon Anaheim, DC Entertainment unveiled a first look image of Brec Bassinger (Bella and the Bulldogs) as Courtney Whitmore, a.k.a. Stargirl, from the upcoming live-action DC Universe TV series. Stargirl will follow the story of Courtney Whitmore (Bassinger) who is a smart, athletic and above all else kind girl. This high […]