Showtime’s President and CEO David Nevins has announced that the cable network has placed a ten-episode order for an as-yet-untitled animated comedy series from Stephen Colbert, which revolves around President Donald Trump, his family and administration. As per Showtime’s announcement, “the fresh, cutting-edge comedy will present the truish adventures of Trump’s confidants and bon vivants […]
Samuel L. Jackson to headline Old Man TV series
Deadline is reporting that Samuel L. Jackson is attached to headline Old Man, a new marquee drama from Jonathan E. Steinberg (Black Sails) and Warren Littlefield (The Handmaid’s Tale), which is based upon Edgar Award-winning author Thomas Perry’s novel The Old Man. The series will follow a widower called Dan Chase (Jackson), “an average Vermont […]
LEGO Star Wars: The Last Jedi 2018 set descriptions revealed
With the release of Star Wars: The Last Jedi fast approaching, some descriptions have arrived online for LEGO’s second wave of tie-in sets for the latest chapter of the galaxy far, far away. Hopefully we’ll get some set images soon, but check out the descriptions here courtesy of Eurobricks… 75195 – Ski Speeder vs. First […]
Bob Odenkirk and Catherine Keener join The Incredibles 2
With a first trailer for The Incredibles 2 slated to arrive later today, The Tracking Board has revealed that Bob Odenkirk (Better Call Saul) and Catherine Keener (Get Out) have signed on to the voice cast of the Disney-Pixar sequel. The duo join the previously announced Craig T. Nelson as Mr. Incredible, Holly Hunter as Elastigirl, […]
Filming wraps on Disney’s live-action Aladdin remake
Filming has officially wrapped on Aladdin, Disney’s latest live-action remake from its animated back catalogue, with stars Mena Massoud (Aladdin) and Naomi Scott (Jasmine) taking to social media to announce that production on the Guy Ritchie-directed film is now complete. Wrap day today. What an incredible 6 months. I can honestly say I’ve enjoyed every […]
Disney’s Aladdin criticised for “browning up” white extras
As filming continues on Disney’s Aladdin, the Guy Ritchie-directed live-action adaptation has now come under fire due to reports that the production has been “browning up” extras. According to the Sunday Times (via Deadline), the film has around 500 extras on set, with 400 of the background performers from Indian, Middle Eastern, African, Medierranean or […]
HBO chief provides updates on Game of Thrones, Big Little Lies, True Detective, Deadwood and more
HBO network president Casey Bloys has been discussing the premium cable network’s upcoming slate during a presentation at the Television Critics Association press tour, providing brief updates on big shows such as Game of Thrones, Big Little Lies, True Detective and Deadwood. Firstly, Bloys clarified that 2019’s eight and final season will not serve as […]
Full list of winners from the 2018 Golden Globe Awards
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced the winners fo the 75th annual Golden Globe Awards last night, with big wins for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (Best Picture – Drama), Lady Bird (Best Picture – Comedy or Musical), Big Little Lies (Best Television Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television), The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel […]
2018 Golden Globe Awards nominations announced, check out a full list here
The nominations for the 75th annual Golden Globe Awards have been announced this morning, with Guillermo del Toro’s The Shape of Water leading the pack with seven nominations in total including Best Picture – Drama, a category it will contest with Call Me By Your Name, Dunkirk, The Post and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. […]
HBO officially renews Big Little Lies for season 2 with new director
After reports that the second season of Big Little Lies is slated to begin production in the Spring of 2018, HBO has now officially confirmed that it has renewed the hit drama series, with Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman once again producing and starring and creator David E. Kelley back on writing duties. Director Jean-Marc […]
