NBCUniversal’s streamer managed to hold onto a majority of viewers who signed up to watch its exclusive NFL Wild Card game, but a price increase could change the equation.
The Olympic lights will be shining brightly on Peacock this summer! The streaming service from NBCUniversal is slated to broadcast every single event of the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris, offering the most comprehensive coverage to ever surround the games. The bookkeepers at Comcast shrewdly decided to increase the price of Peacock just days before the start of the Olympics, but new data from Parrot Analytics shows that plan could be quite risky unless Peacock executes the maneuver perfectly.
Key Details: Peacock is seen as a good value by customers now, but must ensure that perception survives its price hike to keep viewers who sign up for the Olympics subscribed. Both Peacock plans will rise in price by $2 per month starting in July.
The Olympic lights will be shining brightly on Peacock this summer! The streaming service from NBCUniversal is slated to broadcast every single event of the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris, offering the most comprehensive coverage to ever surround the games. The bookkeepers at Comcast shrewdly decided to increase the price of Peacock just days before the start of the Olympics, but new data from Parrot Analytics shows that plan could be quite risky unless Peacock executes the maneuver perfectly.
Key Details: Peacock is seen as a good value by customers now, but must ensure that perception survives its price hike to keep viewers who sign up for the Olympics subscribed. Both Peacock plans will rise in price by $2 per month starting in July.
- 5/21/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
We’ve seen other big-screen franchises make the leap to TV over the years, but could Fast & Furious be next?
While speaking with Variety, NBCUniversal Studio group chairman and chief content officer Donna Langley teased the future of the Fast & Furious franchise, saying there’s “still gas in the tank” even after the Fast X sequel hits theaters in 2026. Where the franchise goes from there is unclear, but Langley said, “We may pivot another time and bring it back to the streets of L.A. and maybe make it a more intimate story.” After mentioning previous NBCUniversal shows based on movies, such as Pitch Perfect and Ted, Langley said, “Fast and Furious is a good one” for a potential future TV series.
Related David Ayer feels he has “nothing to show” for writing The Fast and the Furious
Despite the Fast X sequel being billed as the franchise’s grand finale,...
While speaking with Variety, NBCUniversal Studio group chairman and chief content officer Donna Langley teased the future of the Fast & Furious franchise, saying there’s “still gas in the tank” even after the Fast X sequel hits theaters in 2026. Where the franchise goes from there is unclear, but Langley said, “We may pivot another time and bring it back to the streets of L.A. and maybe make it a more intimate story.” After mentioning previous NBCUniversal shows based on movies, such as Pitch Perfect and Ted, Langley said, “Fast and Furious is a good one” for a potential future TV series.
Related David Ayer feels he has “nothing to show” for writing The Fast and the Furious
Despite the Fast X sequel being billed as the franchise’s grand finale,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Though Steve Carell has tried his best to work on great TV shows in recent years, he still can’t shake “The Office.” Sure, he’s made plenty of films and proven he’s a wonderful actor, but everytime he works on a new show, such as the Netflix comedy, “Space Force,” it’s always just a reminder that he was at his peak on “The Office.” Well, now he’s headed to HBO (a network synonymous with quality) to once again try to shake off that ‘Office’ smell.
Continue reading Steve Carell To Star In New HBO Comedy Series From ‘Ted Lasso’ Creator Bill Lawrence at The Playlist.
Continue reading Steve Carell To Star In New HBO Comedy Series From ‘Ted Lasso’ Creator Bill Lawrence at The Playlist.
- 5/20/2024
- by Martin Miller
- The Playlist
Apple TV+ has a lush new series, “Palm Royale,” that is as beautiful to watch as its all-star cast, led by Kristen Wiig, Carol Burnett, Allison Janney and Laura Dern. Abe Sylvia adapted Juliet McDaniel‘s novel “Mr. and Mrs. American Pie.” This period piece set in 1969. is centered on Wiig as an outsider trying to gain a place in Palm Beach’s high society. The vistas are all pretty to look at while the petty politicking keeps things zipping along. Critics have hailed this clever comedy.
André Hereford (Metro Weekly) noted: “‘Palm Royale’ revs up the comedy slowly but ultimately hits cruising speed as a gleefully campy spin on nighttime soaps.”
Joey Moser (Awards Daily) observed: “Supported by a game, limber cast, ‘Palm Royale’ is a cheeky, gorgeous tale of ambition and identity led by a never-better Wiig.”
Lili Loofbourow (Washington Post) declared: “At its best, when it leans...
André Hereford (Metro Weekly) noted: “‘Palm Royale’ revs up the comedy slowly but ultimately hits cruising speed as a gleefully campy spin on nighttime soaps.”
Joey Moser (Awards Daily) observed: “Supported by a game, limber cast, ‘Palm Royale’ is a cheeky, gorgeous tale of ambition and identity led by a never-better Wiig.”
Lili Loofbourow (Washington Post) declared: “At its best, when it leans...
- 5/20/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Starring an ensemble cast, including Vin Diesel, Fast and Furious has emerged as one of the most popular and beloved franchises over the past two decades. The film series, following the adventures of Dominic Toretto and his crew, has captivated audiences worldwide, with anticipation building for the upcoming eleventh installment, potentially marking the conclusion of this action-packed saga.
A still from the Fast and Furious franchise | Credit: Universal
However, as fans eagerly anticipate the return of their beloved characters, NBCUniversal has hinted at broadening the franchise’s scope. Donna Langley recently revealed that they have contemplated the franchise’s future while suggesting a possible refresh outlook for Dom Toretto and his crew.
NBCUniversal Boss Discussed the Future of the Fast and Furious Franchise
While discussing the potential future of some of the prominent franchises under Universal in a recent interview with Variety, Donna Langley, Chief Content Officer of NBCUniversal, also...
A still from the Fast and Furious franchise | Credit: Universal
However, as fans eagerly anticipate the return of their beloved characters, NBCUniversal has hinted at broadening the franchise’s scope. Donna Langley recently revealed that they have contemplated the franchise’s future while suggesting a possible refresh outlook for Dom Toretto and his crew.
NBCUniversal Boss Discussed the Future of the Fast and Furious Franchise
While discussing the potential future of some of the prominent franchises under Universal in a recent interview with Variety, Donna Langley, Chief Content Officer of NBCUniversal, also...
- 5/19/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Paramount Global may be a direct competitor, but NBCUniversal Studio group chairman and chief content officer Donna Langley will be disappointed if the media giant goes away.
“It’s sad,” Langley said at the Kering Women in Motion talk at the Cannes Film Festival, noting that a sale of Paramount means there will be fewer Hollywood studios. “These companies have been great and I’m a big believer in this competitive landscape — kind of ‘all boats will rise. There’s enough to go around.’ I like having healthy competitors; it’s much more fun and interesting and it’s just best for the business.”
Paramount has been entertaining offers in recent months, with companies like Skydance and Sony circling the studio. Langley is hopeful that the deal will be finished by the end of the year. “It’s enough already reading about this,” she said. “No one really knows what’s happening.
“It’s sad,” Langley said at the Kering Women in Motion talk at the Cannes Film Festival, noting that a sale of Paramount means there will be fewer Hollywood studios. “These companies have been great and I’m a big believer in this competitive landscape — kind of ‘all boats will rise. There’s enough to go around.’ I like having healthy competitors; it’s much more fun and interesting and it’s just best for the business.”
Paramount has been entertaining offers in recent months, with companies like Skydance and Sony circling the studio. Langley is hopeful that the deal will be finished by the end of the year. “It’s enough already reading about this,” she said. “No one really knows what’s happening.
- 5/18/2024
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
Last year's WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes came as a surprise and stalled the release of most movies and TV shows that were at least co-produced in the US. Now that the strikes have ended and the studios have been given the green light to resume production, 2024 seems pretty overwhelming with the sheer number of shows that have joined the streaming services' libraries.
So if you're not sure where to start, we've got you covered. Keep your subscriptions up to date, folks, because below are the top 15 TV series of 2024 so far.
15 Must-See TV Series of 2024
1. Masters of the Air
Premiere date: January 26, 2024
Genre: War drama
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 86%
Where to watch: Apple TV+
2. The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin
Premiere date: March 1, 2024
Genre: Historical comedy
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 86%
Where to watch: Apple TV+
3. Shōgun
Premiere date: February 27, 2024
Genre: Historical drama
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 99%
Where to watch: Hulu...
So if you're not sure where to start, we've got you covered. Keep your subscriptions up to date, folks, because below are the top 15 TV series of 2024 so far.
15 Must-See TV Series of 2024
1. Masters of the Air
Premiere date: January 26, 2024
Genre: War drama
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 86%
Where to watch: Apple TV+
2. The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin
Premiere date: March 1, 2024
Genre: Historical comedy
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 86%
Where to watch: Apple TV+
3. Shōgun
Premiere date: February 27, 2024
Genre: Historical drama
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 99%
Where to watch: Hulu...
- 5/13/2024
- by louise.everitt@startefacts.com (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
Ted is sticking around. Peacock has renewed the fantasy comedy series from Seth McFarlane for a second season. A prequel to the Ted movies, the show premiered on the streaming service in January.
Starring McFarlane, Giorgia Whigham, Max Burkholder, and Scott Grimes, the series is set in 1993 and shows the early life of a teddy bear named Ted (McFarlane) whom his owner, John Bennett (Burkholder), wished to life as a child. Since he causes trouble while 16-year-old John and his family are away during the day, Ted is forced to attend school with John.
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Starring McFarlane, Giorgia Whigham, Max Burkholder, and Scott Grimes, the series is set in 1993 and shows the early life of a teddy bear named Ted (McFarlane) whom his owner, John Bennett (Burkholder), wished to life as a child. Since he causes trouble while 16-year-old John and his family are away during the day, Ted is forced to attend school with John.
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- 5/10/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The seven-episode initial installment of Ted, released on January 11, on Peacock, achieved remarkable success, garnering millions of views in its premiere week alone. Eventually, it became Peacock’s most-watched original series to date and thereafter triggered conversations about a second season.
A still from Peacock’s Ted (2024)
Therefore, after Ted season 1 set the stage for a potential sequel, Peacock gave a second-season pickup to the TV series that serves as a prequel to Seth MacFarlane’s film franchise starring Mark Wahlberg. This official confirmation of season 2 renewal from the streamer and the staggering success of season 1, proved the franchise’s ability to thrive without Wahlberg.
Peacock Gave a Second-Season Pickup to Ted
After Seth MacFarlane turned his iconic live-action movie Ted, starring Mark Wahlberg into a global success, the franchise witnessed expansion in the form of a prequel series by the same name on Peacock. But surprisingly, Peacock’s television...
A still from Peacock’s Ted (2024)
Therefore, after Ted season 1 set the stage for a potential sequel, Peacock gave a second-season pickup to the TV series that serves as a prequel to Seth MacFarlane’s film franchise starring Mark Wahlberg. This official confirmation of season 2 renewal from the streamer and the staggering success of season 1, proved the franchise’s ability to thrive without Wahlberg.
Peacock Gave a Second-Season Pickup to Ted
After Seth MacFarlane turned his iconic live-action movie Ted, starring Mark Wahlberg into a global success, the franchise witnessed expansion in the form of a prequel series by the same name on Peacock. But surprisingly, Peacock’s television...
- 5/10/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Seth Macfarlane’s foul mouthed Ted will be back for a second series. Here’s what we know about Ted season 2:
TV spin-off Ted, based on the Seth Macfarlane films of the same name, has proved so successful that Peacock has commissioned a second series. The motion capture means that the show is labour intensive and expensive to make – according to some estimates, the budget is pushing $10m an episode – so it could be a while before it hits the screen.
Ted (the TV series) is a prequel set in 1993 which follows the adventures of the titular bear (voiced by Macfarlane) and his 16 year-old best friend John Bennett (Max Burkholder), along with John’s parents, Matty and Susan (Scott Grimes and Alanna Ubach) and cousin Blaire (Giorgia Whigham).
The seven-episode series debuted in January, and was a big deal in the UK as well as the US; according to Deadline,...
TV spin-off Ted, based on the Seth Macfarlane films of the same name, has proved so successful that Peacock has commissioned a second series. The motion capture means that the show is labour intensive and expensive to make – according to some estimates, the budget is pushing $10m an episode – so it could be a while before it hits the screen.
Ted (the TV series) is a prequel set in 1993 which follows the adventures of the titular bear (voiced by Macfarlane) and his 16 year-old best friend John Bennett (Max Burkholder), along with John’s parents, Matty and Susan (Scott Grimes and Alanna Ubach) and cousin Blaire (Giorgia Whigham).
The seven-episode series debuted in January, and was a big deal in the UK as well as the US; according to Deadline,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
It’s a big day for bears, as new details for Seth MacFarlane’s Ted and FX’s The Bear dominate the entertainment news cycle. The first teaser for The Bear Season 3 is here, alongside a first-look image and release date for the gourmet goodness coming to Disney+ in Canada on June 27.
In The Bear Season 3 teaser, Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) surveys a spotless kitchen while contemplating his next dish and what could go wrong as he turns the page on a new life chapter.
Welcome back, Bear. FX’s The Bear is streaming June 27 on Disney+ Canada. pic.twitter.com/zBOFggmeIF
— Disney+ Canada (@DisneyPlusCA) May 9, 2024
Here’s the official synopsis for The Bear Season 3 courtesy of Disney+:
Season three of FX’s “The Bear” follows Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri), and Richard “Richie” Jerimovich (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) as they do what it takes to elevate The Bear,...
In The Bear Season 3 teaser, Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) surveys a spotless kitchen while contemplating his next dish and what could go wrong as he turns the page on a new life chapter.
Welcome back, Bear. FX’s The Bear is streaming June 27 on Disney+ Canada. pic.twitter.com/zBOFggmeIF
— Disney+ Canada (@DisneyPlusCA) May 9, 2024
Here’s the official synopsis for The Bear Season 3 courtesy of Disney+:
Season three of FX’s “The Bear” follows Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri), and Richard “Richie” Jerimovich (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) as they do what it takes to elevate The Bear,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
In the great debate of Bear or Man, Peacock chooses Bear! After giving a green light to Seth MacFarlane’s Ted as an event series, the wise-cracking, weed-smoking bear, and undeniably lovable bastard son of Snuggle is bringing more comedy to the streaming network. Peacock is bumping Ted up to an ongoing show with MacFarlane reprising his role as the aforementioned stuffed bear that comes to life.
The renewal packs the bong after the Ted prequel series premiered on Peackock four months ago. The show launched to banger ratings in January, remaining at the top of the U.S. charts for two months after its debut. Peacock says it’s the platform’s most-watched series in the United States, and its popularity extends to other territories like the U.K., Australia, and Canada.
Ted hails from Family Guy and The Orville creator Seth MacFarlane, with Max Burkholder playing John Bennett,...
The renewal packs the bong after the Ted prequel series premiered on Peackock four months ago. The show launched to banger ratings in January, remaining at the top of the U.S. charts for two months after its debut. Peacock says it’s the platform’s most-watched series in the United States, and its popularity extends to other territories like the U.K., Australia, and Canada.
Ted hails from Family Guy and The Orville creator Seth MacFarlane, with Max Burkholder playing John Bennett,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Peacock may be struggling on the revenue front, but that's not keeping it from bringing back one of its most successful shows for a second season.
At the beginning of 2024, Seth MacFarlane's "Ted" TV series (watch the trailer) became Peacock's most watched original series ever. On top of that, the streaming adaptation of the big screen comedy from the "Family Guy" creator actually took the #1 spot on the Original Streaming Comedy charts in the United States for over two months. But "Ted" was a massive hit outside of the U.S. too, making waves in the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. That's more than enough for a second season of "Ted."
If you missed "Ted," here's the synopsis for the first season:
In this comedic prequel event series to the Ted films, it's 1993, and Ted the bear's (Seth MacFarlane) moment of fame has passed. He's now living back home in Framingham,...
At the beginning of 2024, Seth MacFarlane's "Ted" TV series (watch the trailer) became Peacock's most watched original series ever. On top of that, the streaming adaptation of the big screen comedy from the "Family Guy" creator actually took the #1 spot on the Original Streaming Comedy charts in the United States for over two months. But "Ted" was a massive hit outside of the U.S. too, making waves in the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. That's more than enough for a second season of "Ted."
If you missed "Ted," here's the synopsis for the first season:
In this comedic prequel event series to the Ted films, it's 1993, and Ted the bear's (Seth MacFarlane) moment of fame has passed. He's now living back home in Framingham,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Thunder Buddies reunite! Peacock has given the green light to Ted Season 2, which will continue the comedic prequel series.
Following its January 11 launch, season one of Ted became Peacock’s most-watched original title to date and was the #1 Original Streaming Comedy in the U.S. for more than two consecutive months (per Nielsen).
The series was also a hit with viewers around the world. In the UK, Ted was the biggest U.S. comedy launch on Sky in over 20 years; in Australia, it was FOX8’s #1 international series premiere on the channel in the past two years and the biggest U.S. comedy launch on streaming service Binge; and in Canada, it was the #1 series on Showcase this year, while holding the #1 ranked show for streaming on Stacktv (VOD) during its season one run.
Season one of the Ted features creator and star Seth MacFarlane alongside Max Burkholder, Alanna Ubach,...
Following its January 11 launch, season one of Ted became Peacock’s most-watched original title to date and was the #1 Original Streaming Comedy in the U.S. for more than two consecutive months (per Nielsen).
The series was also a hit with viewers around the world. In the UK, Ted was the biggest U.S. comedy launch on Sky in over 20 years; in Australia, it was FOX8’s #1 international series premiere on the channel in the past two years and the biggest U.S. comedy launch on streaming service Binge; and in Canada, it was the #1 series on Showcase this year, while holding the #1 ranked show for streaming on Stacktv (VOD) during its season one run.
Season one of the Ted features creator and star Seth MacFarlane alongside Max Burkholder, Alanna Ubach,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
The “Ted” prequel series has been renewed for Season 2 at Peacock, Variety has learned.
Originally presented as an event series, the seven-episode first season of “Ted” debuted on the streamer in January. It serves as a prequel to the two “Ted” feature films, which were released in 2012 and 2015.
Per Peacock, the show became its most-watched original title to date and was also the top streaming comedy in the U.S. for more than two consecutive months, according to Nielsen data.
The series takes place in the early 1990s in Framingham, Mass. It follows the lives of Ted (voiced by Seth MacFarlane) and his 16 year old best friend, John (Max Burkholder). Ted’s fame has waned and he is now once again living with John and his family.
The series also stars Scott Grimes and Alanna Ubach as John’s parents, Matty and Susan, along with Giorgia Whigham as John’s cousin Blaire.
Originally presented as an event series, the seven-episode first season of “Ted” debuted on the streamer in January. It serves as a prequel to the two “Ted” feature films, which were released in 2012 and 2015.
Per Peacock, the show became its most-watched original title to date and was also the top streaming comedy in the U.S. for more than two consecutive months, according to Nielsen data.
The series takes place in the early 1990s in Framingham, Mass. It follows the lives of Ted (voiced by Seth MacFarlane) and his 16 year old best friend, John (Max Burkholder). Ted’s fame has waned and he is now once again living with John and his family.
The series also stars Scott Grimes and Alanna Ubach as John’s parents, Matty and Susan, along with Giorgia Whigham as John’s cousin Blaire.
- 5/9/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Seth MacFarlane and Peacock aren’t done with Ted yet.
The NBCUniversal-owned streamer has ordered a second season of the comedy, a prequel to the two feature films that have the MacFarlane-voiced living teddy bear at their center. Peacock originally billed Ted as an “event series,” but it will now be an ongoing show.
The renewal comes about four months after Ted premiered on Peacock to solid ratings in January. It was the top streaming comedy in the United States for about two months after its debut, and Peacock says the series is its most-watched original to date. It also put up strong showings in other countries, notably on Sky in the U.K., FOX8 and streaming service Binge in Australia and Showcase in Canada.
Ted is set in 1993, eight years after John (played by Max Burkholder) wished for his teddy bear to come to life for Christmas. Ted...
The NBCUniversal-owned streamer has ordered a second season of the comedy, a prequel to the two feature films that have the MacFarlane-voiced living teddy bear at their center. Peacock originally billed Ted as an “event series,” but it will now be an ongoing show.
The renewal comes about four months after Ted premiered on Peacock to solid ratings in January. It was the top streaming comedy in the United States for about two months after its debut, and Peacock says the series is its most-watched original to date. It also put up strong showings in other countries, notably on Sky in the U.K., FOX8 and streaming service Binge in Australia and Showcase in Canada.
Ted is set in 1993, eight years after John (played by Max Burkholder) wished for his teddy bear to come to life for Christmas. Ted...
- 5/9/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Peacock has given a second-season pickup to Ted, the prequel TV series to Seth MacFarlane’s Ted film franchise.
The seven-episode initial installment of Ted, released January 11, was billed as an event series. Its overwhelming ratings success, becoming Peacock’s most-watched original series to date and the No. 1 original streaming comedy in the U.S. for more than two consecutive months in the Nielsen rankings, naturally triggered a conversation about a second season.
Despite Ted‘s excellent performance, the renewal decision was not straightforward, I hear, as the comedy’s hybrid live-action/CGI nature makes it expensive to produce, and it also takes a long time to make.
Still, keeping its biggest hit was important to Peacock, and four months after the Season 1 drop, the streamer has ordered a second season.
Set in 1993, Ted comes from writer, director, executive producer and showrunner MacFarlane.
The seven-episode initial installment of Ted, released January 11, was billed as an event series. Its overwhelming ratings success, becoming Peacock’s most-watched original series to date and the No. 1 original streaming comedy in the U.S. for more than two consecutive months in the Nielsen rankings, naturally triggered a conversation about a second season.
Despite Ted‘s excellent performance, the renewal decision was not straightforward, I hear, as the comedy’s hybrid live-action/CGI nature makes it expensive to produce, and it also takes a long time to make.
Still, keeping its biggest hit was important to Peacock, and four months after the Season 1 drop, the streamer has ordered a second season.
Set in 1993, Ted comes from writer, director, executive producer and showrunner MacFarlane.
- 5/9/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
The Office follow-up series has found a home.
Peacock on Wednesday announced a formal series order for the untitled series that is set in the same universe as NBC’s former Emmy-winning Steve Carell comedy.
The series, co-created by The Office’s Greg Daniels and Nathan for You co-creator Michael Koman, will again be a mockumentary and features Domhnall Gleeson (About Time, Ex-Machina) and Sabrina Impacciatore (The White Lotus) leading the ensemble cast. Production on the show will begin in July.
“It’s been more than 10 years since the final episode of The Office aired on NBC, and the acclaimed comedy series continues to gain popularity and build new generations of fans on Peacock,” said Lisa Katz, president of NBCUniversal Entertainment. “In partnership with Universal Television and led by the creative team of Greg Daniels and Michael Koman, this new series set in the universe of Dunder Mifflin introduces a...
Peacock on Wednesday announced a formal series order for the untitled series that is set in the same universe as NBC’s former Emmy-winning Steve Carell comedy.
The series, co-created by The Office’s Greg Daniels and Nathan for You co-creator Michael Koman, will again be a mockumentary and features Domhnall Gleeson (About Time, Ex-Machina) and Sabrina Impacciatore (The White Lotus) leading the ensemble cast. Production on the show will begin in July.
“It’s been more than 10 years since the final episode of The Office aired on NBC, and the acclaimed comedy series continues to gain popularity and build new generations of fans on Peacock,” said Lisa Katz, president of NBCUniversal Entertainment. “In partnership with Universal Television and led by the creative team of Greg Daniels and Michael Koman, this new series set in the universe of Dunder Mifflin introduces a...
- 5/8/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Everyone knows Mila Kunis as a brilliant comedy performer, because her name is strongly associated with such sitcoms, as That '70s Show with her role of the hilarious Jackie Burkhart and Family Guy, where she voices Meg, the eldest child of the Griffins.
After the actress’ roles in Friends with Benefits (2011), Ted (2012) and Bad Moms (2016), which are all comedies, it’s hard to imagine her in a dramatical setting. However, she totally breaks the canon with the 2020 shocking movie, now climbing Netflix’s top.
The film’s plot revolves around Kunis’ Molly, a 31-year-old drug addict on her 15th attempt at sobriety. It may sound really desperate, but this time she’s really willing to stop using heroin, and she’s trying to convince not only the audience, but her own estranged mother Deb (played by the accomplished Glenn Close) of that.
Molly begs Deb to allow her to stay...
After the actress’ roles in Friends with Benefits (2011), Ted (2012) and Bad Moms (2016), which are all comedies, it’s hard to imagine her in a dramatical setting. However, she totally breaks the canon with the 2020 shocking movie, now climbing Netflix’s top.
The film’s plot revolves around Kunis’ Molly, a 31-year-old drug addict on her 15th attempt at sobriety. It may sound really desperate, but this time she’s really willing to stop using heroin, and she’s trying to convince not only the audience, but her own estranged mother Deb (played by the accomplished Glenn Close) of that.
Molly begs Deb to allow her to stay...
- 5/6/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Mark Wahlberg is often seen without tattoos nowadays, but this wasn’t always the case. The actor’s body used to be marked everywhere with tattoos in his younger years. Wahlberg regretted inking his body as he’d gotten older, and he tried to make sure his kids wouldn’t repeat his mistake.
Mark Wahlberg tried to show his kids how painful it was getting tattoos Mark Wahlberg | Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images
Wahlberg found out the hard way that removing tattoos is much more painful than getting them. The actor had been inking his body since he was 11-years-old. So when he decided to get rid of them, he had a lot of tattoos to deal with.
“I had, like, eight or nine. They went all the way around my neck, my stomach, my arms, my back, my leg,” Wahlberg once said on The Late, Late Show with James Corden.
Mark Wahlberg tried to show his kids how painful it was getting tattoos Mark Wahlberg | Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images
Wahlberg found out the hard way that removing tattoos is much more painful than getting them. The actor had been inking his body since he was 11-years-old. So when he decided to get rid of them, he had a lot of tattoos to deal with.
“I had, like, eight or nine. They went all the way around my neck, my stomach, my arms, my back, my leg,” Wahlberg once said on The Late, Late Show with James Corden.
- 5/4/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Based on the bestselling novel of the same name, The Tattooist of Auschwitz is a new limited series that’s set at a concentration camp during World War II.
Starting on Thursday, May 2, all six episodes are available to stream on Peacock. Ahead, keep reading to find out how to stream The Tattooist of Auschwitz online and where to get the novel.
At a glance: How to watch The Tattooist of Auschwitz online
Release date Thursday, May 2 Stream online Peacock No. of Episodes 6 watch 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' on Peacock
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At a glance: How to watch The Tattooist of Auschwitz online
Release date Thursday, May 2 Stream online Peacock No. of Episodes 6 watch 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' on Peacock
Not a Peacock subscriber? While the streaming service doesn’t offer a free trial, you can sign up for Peacock starting at $5.99 per month. You’ll get access to The Tattooist of Auschwitz, as well as originals like Apples Never Fall, In The Know, The Traitors, and Ted; hit movies like Oppenheimer, Lisa Frankenstein, Drive-Away Dolls, and Night Swim...
- 5/2/2024
- by Rudie Obias
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
NBCUniversal is hiking the price of Peacock for the second time in two years, tacking $2 onto the cost of the streaming service this summer, around the time of the Paris Olympics.
Beginning in July, the monthly price for Peacock Premium will increase to $7.99. Premium Plus, which offers limited advertising, download capability and live local programming, will now be $13.99. Annual plans will go up to $79.99 for Premium and $139.99 for Premium Plus.
The change will take effect starting July 18 for new customers, and for existing subscribers at their next billing date on or after August 17. The timing is similar to that of a 2023 hike, which was the first since Peacock’s launch in 2020. The Summer Olympics in Paris are slated to run from July 26 to August 11.
The pricing change comes just days after NBCU parent Comcast offered the latest snapshot of Peacock’s financials. In a quarterly earnings report last Thursday, the...
Beginning in July, the monthly price for Peacock Premium will increase to $7.99. Premium Plus, which offers limited advertising, download capability and live local programming, will now be $13.99. Annual plans will go up to $79.99 for Premium and $139.99 for Premium Plus.
The change will take effect starting July 18 for new customers, and for existing subscribers at their next billing date on or after August 17. The timing is similar to that of a 2023 hike, which was the first since Peacock’s launch in 2020. The Summer Olympics in Paris are slated to run from July 26 to August 11.
The pricing change comes just days after NBCU parent Comcast offered the latest snapshot of Peacock’s financials. In a quarterly earnings report last Thursday, the...
- 4/29/2024
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
NBCUniversal is looking to wring more money out of Peacock subscribers, with the streamer set to raise prices this summer — one year after its last fee hike — going into effect for new customers ahead of the 2024 Olympics.
Beginning in mid-July, the price for Peacock Premium (with ads) will increase by $2 to $7.99 per month and Peacock Premium Plus (mostly ad-free) is also going up by $2 to $13.99 per month. Peacock Premium’s annual price will increase from $59.99 to $79.99, while Premium Plus is going from $119.99 to $139.99 per year.
The new prices will be effective starting July 18 for new Peacock customers and for existing subscribers with their next billing date on or after Aug. 17.
The Peacock Premium Plus tier provides ad-free content, the ability to download episodes and live local NBC channels. Due to streaming rights, per NBCU, a “small amount of programming” still contains ads on some Peacock channels, events, and a few shows and movies.
Beginning in mid-July, the price for Peacock Premium (with ads) will increase by $2 to $7.99 per month and Peacock Premium Plus (mostly ad-free) is also going up by $2 to $13.99 per month. Peacock Premium’s annual price will increase from $59.99 to $79.99, while Premium Plus is going from $119.99 to $139.99 per year.
The new prices will be effective starting July 18 for new Peacock customers and for existing subscribers with their next billing date on or after Aug. 17.
The Peacock Premium Plus tier provides ad-free content, the ability to download episodes and live local NBC channels. Due to streaming rights, per NBCU, a “small amount of programming” still contains ads on some Peacock channels, events, and a few shows and movies.
- 4/29/2024
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Peacock is peacocking ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics: the NBCUniversal streaming service is raising its monthly rates by $2 on both its Premium and Premium Plus plans. The new rates go into effect for new customers on July 18 — the Paris Olympics start on the 26th.
Existing customers will get the Olympics at their current rate: the price hike for them will hold until August 17 at the earliest (dependent on billing date). The Olympics close on August 11.
Peacock Premium will now cost $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year. Peacock Premium Plus, the ad-free tier, will run $13.99 per month or $139.99 per year. Premium Plus members can also download content and get live, local NBC channels.
It could use the money: Peacock lost $639 million in the first quarter of 2024. The company has not announced a profitability timeline.
Peacock has “nearly 100,000 programming hours,” the company says. Of those, 8,000 are live sports — not counting the 5,000 coming from the Olympics this summer.
Existing customers will get the Olympics at their current rate: the price hike for them will hold until August 17 at the earliest (dependent on billing date). The Olympics close on August 11.
Peacock Premium will now cost $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year. Peacock Premium Plus, the ad-free tier, will run $13.99 per month or $139.99 per year. Premium Plus members can also download content and get live, local NBC channels.
It could use the money: Peacock lost $639 million in the first quarter of 2024. The company has not announced a profitability timeline.
Peacock has “nearly 100,000 programming hours,” the company says. Of those, 8,000 are live sports — not counting the 5,000 coming from the Olympics this summer.
- 4/29/2024
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
That foul-mouthed, but lovable Teddy bear is back! This time, the show takes place in 1993 after the magical bear has experienced fame and fortune. Here’s the official synopsis of the live-action show: In this comedic prequel event series to the Ted films, it’s 1993, and Ted the bear’s (Seth MacFarlane) moment of fame has passed. He’s now living back home in Framingham, Massachusetts with his best friend, 16-year-old John Bennett (Max Burkholder), along with John’s parents, Matty and Susan (Scott Grimes and Alanna Ubach) and cousin Blaire (Giorgia Whigham). Ted may be a lousy influence on John, but at
The post The Five Funniest Moments From Seth MacFarlane’s Ted Series first appeared on TVovermind.
The post The Five Funniest Moments From Seth MacFarlane’s Ted Series first appeared on TVovermind.
- 4/29/2024
- by Jeffrey Bowie Jr.
- TVovermind.com
Apple TV+ is sure to perform well at this year’s Emmys with a number of shows strongly positioned including “Lessons in Chemistry,” “Sugar,” “Manhunt,” “The New Look,” and “Masters of the Air.” Well, add in another limited series to that mix — the historical drama “Franklin,” starring Oscar-winner Michael Douglas as the titular Benjamin Franklin.
The show chronicles Franklin’s eight years in France, wherein he attempted to convince King Louis XVI (Tom Pezier) to support the colonies in the American Revolutionary War. The series, as you’d expect, features fabulous costumes, sets, and hair and makeup. It is anchored by a powerhouse performance from Douglas, whose take on Franklin is a more modern one. The show is all the more entertaining for it, as noted by critics.
Michael Starr (New York Post) stated: “My advice is to sit back and enjoy Douglas as he admirably chews the scenery and...
The show chronicles Franklin’s eight years in France, wherein he attempted to convince King Louis XVI (Tom Pezier) to support the colonies in the American Revolutionary War. The series, as you’d expect, features fabulous costumes, sets, and hair and makeup. It is anchored by a powerhouse performance from Douglas, whose take on Franklin is a more modern one. The show is all the more entertaining for it, as noted by critics.
Michael Starr (New York Post) stated: “My advice is to sit back and enjoy Douglas as he admirably chews the scenery and...
- 4/25/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Peacock added 3 million subscribers in the quarter of its exclusive NFL playoff game, Comcast revealed Thursday as part of its earnings announcement. It now has 34 million subs, up from 31 million at the end of 2023.
Still, Peacock lost $639 million in the quarter. At least that wasn’t as bad as the last one!
Peacock lost $825 million over the final three months of 2023. It lost $704 million in the first quarter of 2023 — so the current loss is technically an improvement from the comparable quarters. It certainly helps when revenue grows, as Peacock’s did, to $1.1 billion in the first quarter of the current year.
Universal Pictures in the first quarter released “Argylle” and “Kung Fu Panda 4” in theaters. The latest in the Jack Black karate-bear movie series has done great: it made $481 million worldwide. “Argylle” didn’t even make $100 million. “Migration” was released at the end of 2023, so a chunk of its...
Still, Peacock lost $639 million in the quarter. At least that wasn’t as bad as the last one!
Peacock lost $825 million over the final three months of 2023. It lost $704 million in the first quarter of 2023 — so the current loss is technically an improvement from the comparable quarters. It certainly helps when revenue grows, as Peacock’s did, to $1.1 billion in the first quarter of the current year.
Universal Pictures in the first quarter released “Argylle” and “Kung Fu Panda 4” in theaters. The latest in the Jack Black karate-bear movie series has done great: it made $481 million worldwide. “Argylle” didn’t even make $100 million. “Migration” was released at the end of 2023, so a chunk of its...
- 4/25/2024
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
Exclusive: Jon Oakes has joined Alex Lebovici’s Hammerstone Studios as President of Production and Development, Deadline can exclusively reveal.
Oakes joins from Bold Films, where he worked for more than a decade, most recently serving as EVP of Development and Productions. During his time at the studio, he played an instrumental role in the development and production of such acclaimed films as The Guilty, Oslo, Colette, Whiplash, Nightcrawler, Drive, Stronger and Vox Lux.
Prior to his time at Bold Films, Oakes was at Andrew Lazar’s Mad Chance Productions, working as a VP on titles like Clint Eastwood’s American Sniper. Prior to that, he held in development at Original Film and Phoenix Pictures, having begun his career as an executive assistant at WME after graduating from UCLA.
A genre-focused production and financing entity founded in 2018, Hammerstone has thus far worked on nearly 20 films, including 2020’s Bill & Ted Face the Music,...
Oakes joins from Bold Films, where he worked for more than a decade, most recently serving as EVP of Development and Productions. During his time at the studio, he played an instrumental role in the development and production of such acclaimed films as The Guilty, Oslo, Colette, Whiplash, Nightcrawler, Drive, Stronger and Vox Lux.
Prior to his time at Bold Films, Oakes was at Andrew Lazar’s Mad Chance Productions, working as a VP on titles like Clint Eastwood’s American Sniper. Prior to that, he held in development at Original Film and Phoenix Pictures, having begun his career as an executive assistant at WME after graduating from UCLA.
A genre-focused production and financing entity founded in 2018, Hammerstone has thus far worked on nearly 20 films, including 2020’s Bill & Ted Face the Music,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Get the scoop on “The Orville” Season 4 from Seth MacFarlane. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
During his chat on The Mike Henry Show, Seth MacFarlane spilled some deets about what’s up with “The Orville.” He accidentally slipped into past tense when talking about it, but he quickly bounced back, assuring everyone he’s still all in for more episodes. You could totally feel his excitement and dedication to keeping the series going strong.
Fans have been on the edge of their seats since the last episode of “The Orville” hit screens on August 4, 2022, eagerly anticipating news of a fourth season. Seth MacFarlane, the mastermind behind the show and one of its stars, has given them a ray of hope. Although he couldn’t confirm when MacFarlane is pretty sure that more episodes will grace the screens eventually.
In 2017, “The Orville” took off on Fox. Then, after two seasons flying high, it...
During his chat on The Mike Henry Show, Seth MacFarlane spilled some deets about what’s up with “The Orville.” He accidentally slipped into past tense when talking about it, but he quickly bounced back, assuring everyone he’s still all in for more episodes. You could totally feel his excitement and dedication to keeping the series going strong.
Fans have been on the edge of their seats since the last episode of “The Orville” hit screens on August 4, 2022, eagerly anticipating news of a fourth season. Seth MacFarlane, the mastermind behind the show and one of its stars, has given them a ray of hope. Although he couldn’t confirm when MacFarlane is pretty sure that more episodes will grace the screens eventually.
In 2017, “The Orville” took off on Fox. Then, after two seasons flying high, it...
- 4/24/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Apple TV+ officially launched on November 1, 2019, the same month as Disney+ and about six months before HBO Max (now Max.)
The launch of Apple's original content efforts came when all of the major players were staking out their claims on the streaming economy following the success of Netflix.
Four and a half years into its existence, Apple has much to be proud of regarding Apple TV+
It has produced some global hits, led by Ted Lasso, and it became the first and so far only streaming service to make a movie that won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
Apple TV+ likely does not draw the eyeballs that Netflix and some of its other competitors do. But in Apple's case, that doesn't quite matter.
A different model
One key thing to know about Apple TV+: It doesn't have the same business model as most of its competitors, nor...
The launch of Apple's original content efforts came when all of the major players were staking out their claims on the streaming economy following the success of Netflix.
Four and a half years into its existence, Apple has much to be proud of regarding Apple TV+
It has produced some global hits, led by Ted Lasso, and it became the first and so far only streaming service to make a movie that won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
Apple TV+ likely does not draw the eyeballs that Netflix and some of its other competitors do. But in Apple's case, that doesn't quite matter.
A different model
One key thing to know about Apple TV+: It doesn't have the same business model as most of its competitors, nor...
- 4/19/2024
- by Stephen Silver
- TVfanatic
Seth MacFarlane of “Family Guy” and “Ted” fame is partnering through his Seth MacFarlane Foundation with filmmaker Martin Scorsese to fund The Film Foundation’s (led by Scorsese) first-ever restoration of a curated selection of a dozen historically significant animated shorts from the 1920s through the 1940s. The announcement was made today. Among the lot are nine short animated films from the legendary team of brothers Max and Dave Fleischer, who created Betty Boop and Koko the Clown among many other memorable characters.
The films were selected and restored by the UCLA Film and Television Archive and The Film Foundation, in collaboration with Paramount Studio Archives. They were funded by MacFarlane and completed using unique original pre-print elements and/or print sources, mostly nitrate.
See‘Ted’ prequel series from Seth MacFarlane and Peacock drops official trailer in advance of January 11 premiere
“I’m so grateful to Seth MacFarlane for his...
The films were selected and restored by the UCLA Film and Television Archive and The Film Foundation, in collaboration with Paramount Studio Archives. They were funded by MacFarlane and completed using unique original pre-print elements and/or print sources, mostly nitrate.
See‘Ted’ prequel series from Seth MacFarlane and Peacock drops official trailer in advance of January 11 premiere
“I’m so grateful to Seth MacFarlane for his...
- 4/18/2024
- by Ray Richmond
- Gold Derby
Getting ready to make your 2024 Emmy predictions for Best Comedy Series? Be sure to scroll through our photo gallery that catalogs the shows with the best shots at reaping bids for the 76th annual edition of TV’s highest honors.
The current category champ, “The Bear,” is looking to become the 10th series to win this award for both of its first two seasons. It would join “The Phil Silvers Show,” “All in the Family,” “Taxi,” “Cheers,” “The Golden Girls,” “Frasier,” “30 Rock,” “Modern Family,” and “Ted Lasso” on this honor roll.
Of the seven other 2023 Best Comedy Series nominees, only “Abbott Elementary” and “Only Murders in the Building” are eligible to contend again. “Barry” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” officially concluded in spring 2023, while the futures of both “Jury Duty” and “Ted Lasso” remain uncertain. That leaves “Wednesday,” the confirmed second season of which will not air in time to qualify for consideration.
The current category champ, “The Bear,” is looking to become the 10th series to win this award for both of its first two seasons. It would join “The Phil Silvers Show,” “All in the Family,” “Taxi,” “Cheers,” “The Golden Girls,” “Frasier,” “30 Rock,” “Modern Family,” and “Ted Lasso” on this honor roll.
Of the seven other 2023 Best Comedy Series nominees, only “Abbott Elementary” and “Only Murders in the Building” are eligible to contend again. “Barry” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” officially concluded in spring 2023, while the futures of both “Jury Duty” and “Ted Lasso” remain uncertain. That leaves “Wednesday,” the confirmed second season of which will not air in time to qualify for consideration.
- 4/17/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
Getting ready to make your 2024 Emmy predictions for Best Comedy Series? Be sure to scroll through our photo gallery that catalogs the shows with the best shots at reaping bids for the 76th annual edition of TV’s highest honors.
The current category champ, “The Bear,” is looking to become the 10th series to win this award for both of its first two seasons. Of its seven 2023 challengers, only “Abbott Elementary” and “Only Murders in the Building” are eligible to contend again. “Barry” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” officially concluded in spring 2023, while the futures of both “Jury Duty” and “Ted Lasso” remain uncertain. That leaves “Wednesday,” the confirmed second season of which will not air in time to qualify for consideration.
Also back in the hunt are previous nominees “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Hacks,” and “What We Do in the Shadows.” Among the rookie shows in the running are “The Gentlemen,...
The current category champ, “The Bear,” is looking to become the 10th series to win this award for both of its first two seasons. Of its seven 2023 challengers, only “Abbott Elementary” and “Only Murders in the Building” are eligible to contend again. “Barry” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” officially concluded in spring 2023, while the futures of both “Jury Duty” and “Ted Lasso” remain uncertain. That leaves “Wednesday,” the confirmed second season of which will not air in time to qualify for consideration.
Also back in the hunt are previous nominees “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Hacks,” and “What We Do in the Shadows.” Among the rookie shows in the running are “The Gentlemen,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Matthew Stewart and Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Seth MacFarlane found worldwide fame with his iconic comedy and jokes that were often deemed controversial. Being an American actor and an animator, MacFarlane has been a part of several animated series, including Family Guy.
Airing in 1999, the family of Peter Griffin has found worldwide fame and love. Having 22 seasons to its name, Family Guy is going pretty strong and MacFarlane doesn’t aim to stop. Well, only if the people get tired of it.
Seth MacFarlane (as Ted) and Mark Wahlberg in a still from Ted Seth MacFarlane Doesn’t Plan To Stop Family Guy Anytime Soon!
Having 22 seasons to its name, the animated show Family Guy became a world-favorite adult cartoon that everyone enjoyed. With its chaotic comedy and dark jokes, the series became one of the highly recognized pop culture icons in the past few years.
A still from Family Guy (1999-)
In a recent interview, Seth MacFarlane,...
Airing in 1999, the family of Peter Griffin has found worldwide fame and love. Having 22 seasons to its name, Family Guy is going pretty strong and MacFarlane doesn’t aim to stop. Well, only if the people get tired of it.
Seth MacFarlane (as Ted) and Mark Wahlberg in a still from Ted Seth MacFarlane Doesn’t Plan To Stop Family Guy Anytime Soon!
Having 22 seasons to its name, the animated show Family Guy became a world-favorite adult cartoon that everyone enjoyed. With its chaotic comedy and dark jokes, the series became one of the highly recognized pop culture icons in the past few years.
A still from Family Guy (1999-)
In a recent interview, Seth MacFarlane,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Mark Wahlberg is inevitably widely recognized as one of the most talented actors in all of Hollywood’s entertainment industry. From his immaculate acting skills to his absolutely breathtaking physique, the 52-year-old actor continues to charm his fans from all across the globe to the core. But many years before he attained this respectable feat, Wahlberg wasn’t as confident as he is now.
Mark Wahlberg in Father Stu.
In fact, the Ted star wasn’t so sure of his own talent in the acting field when he was an aspiring actor, only just starting out. And the movie taking him out of this zone, making him fearless, and inspiring him to become a “real actor” was the most unexpected one (or perhaps expected one?): His R-rated critically commended comedy-drama from 1997, Boogie Nights.
Boogie Nights Inspired Mark Wahlberg to Become a “Real Actor”
Released in October of 1997, the R-rated...
Mark Wahlberg in Father Stu.
In fact, the Ted star wasn’t so sure of his own talent in the acting field when he was an aspiring actor, only just starting out. And the movie taking him out of this zone, making him fearless, and inspiring him to become a “real actor” was the most unexpected one (or perhaps expected one?): His R-rated critically commended comedy-drama from 1997, Boogie Nights.
Boogie Nights Inspired Mark Wahlberg to Become a “Real Actor”
Released in October of 1997, the R-rated...
- 4/17/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Apple TV’s “The New Look” tells the story of Christian Dior (Emmy champ Ben Mendelsohn) as he struggles to create a new fashion line in Paris soon after the end of World War II. He comes into conflict with the legendary designer Coco Chanel (Oscar winner Juliette Binoche). This sumptuous costume drama spares no expense and showcases these two award-winning actors.
Critics have embraced the show, too, with Angie Han (The Hollywood Reporter) calling it “handsome and heartbreaking.” Among the others giving it rave reviews:
Joyce Slaton (Common Sense Media) observed: “‘The New Look’ is a powerful and complex look at what terror and oppression does to people both ordinary and extraordinary alike; not an easy watch, but a great one.”
Matthew Gilbert (Boston Globe) noted: “‘The New Look’ is a fine addition to the recent group of World War II dramas set mostly outside of battle, including the...
Critics have embraced the show, too, with Angie Han (The Hollywood Reporter) calling it “handsome and heartbreaking.” Among the others giving it rave reviews:
Joyce Slaton (Common Sense Media) observed: “‘The New Look’ is a powerful and complex look at what terror and oppression does to people both ordinary and extraordinary alike; not an easy watch, but a great one.”
Matthew Gilbert (Boston Globe) noted: “‘The New Look’ is a fine addition to the recent group of World War II dramas set mostly outside of battle, including the...
- 4/9/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Emmy watchers should not be surprised if multiple top contenders this year opt to take a shot at the drama series race rather than compete in the limited series category. The list is known to include Apple TV+ ‘s “Masters of the Air,” FX’s “Shōgun” and HBO’s “The Sympathizer,” which means that those platforms are considering future seasons of those shows.
Multiple sources tell Variety that the top-tier contenders that seemed naturally bound for the limited series race are the subject of intense strategy discussions among network executives, agents, creators, PR and awards consultants. In order to win the Television Academy’s blessing to compete for drama series, networks would have to prove that the production will be ongoing beyond one season, which would differ from their original intent. Decision time is fast approaching as the submission deadline is May 9 for programs that aired between June 1, 2023-May 31, 2024. Representatives...
Multiple sources tell Variety that the top-tier contenders that seemed naturally bound for the limited series race are the subject of intense strategy discussions among network executives, agents, creators, PR and awards consultants. In order to win the Television Academy’s blessing to compete for drama series, networks would have to prove that the production will be ongoing beyond one season, which would differ from their original intent. Decision time is fast approaching as the submission deadline is May 9 for programs that aired between June 1, 2023-May 31, 2024. Representatives...
- 4/5/2024
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
“Lessons in Chemistry” is Apple TV’s shiny new limited series and it looks like the streaming service has another major Emmy player. Oscar winner Brie Larson is Elizabeth Zott, a lab technician in the 1960s who takes up a gig as the host of a cooking show and uses her position to educate women about scientific topics. “The Office” writer and director and “Jury Duty” creator Lee Eisenberg adapted Bonnie Garmus‘ book of the same name. Critics were effusive in their praise of the show.
Peter Travers (ABC News) wrote: “This fierce, funny and vital series tackles a mid-century battle for women’s rights through the eyes of a chemist—an Emmy-bound Brie Larson—who uses a local TV cooking show to lead the charge.”
Cristina Escobar (Roger Ebert) noted: “Lee Eisenberg crafts an aspirational fairytale, building a positively lovely universe and central heroine to spend eight episodes with.
Peter Travers (ABC News) wrote: “This fierce, funny and vital series tackles a mid-century battle for women’s rights through the eyes of a chemist—an Emmy-bound Brie Larson—who uses a local TV cooking show to lead the charge.”
Cristina Escobar (Roger Ebert) noted: “Lee Eisenberg crafts an aspirational fairytale, building a positively lovely universe and central heroine to spend eight episodes with.
- 4/2/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Viewers will be able to stream classics like ‘The Godfather,’ contemporary action like ‘John Wick,’ and more on Apple TV+ for a limited time.
If you’re looking for a movie night this week and you want to curl up with an old favorite, why not try Apple TV+? Normally, this streaming service only carries its own original TV shows and films, but Mac Rumors reports that during the month of April it will offer 29 licensed movies for a limited time. This is the second such experiment from Apple TV+ recently, suggesting that the streamer is seriously considering adding library content as a permanent fixture going forward.
Titles available on Apple TV+ in April include “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy,” “Forest Gump,” “Transformers” and more. The movies will only be available on Apple TV+ for four to eight weeks each. Apple TV+ first began this experiment in early March,...
If you’re looking for a movie night this week and you want to curl up with an old favorite, why not try Apple TV+? Normally, this streaming service only carries its own original TV shows and films, but Mac Rumors reports that during the month of April it will offer 29 licensed movies for a limited time. This is the second such experiment from Apple TV+ recently, suggesting that the streamer is seriously considering adding library content as a permanent fixture going forward.
Titles available on Apple TV+ in April include “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy,” “Forest Gump,” “Transformers” and more. The movies will only be available on Apple TV+ for four to eight weeks each. Apple TV+ first began this experiment in early March,...
- 4/2/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Mark Wahlberg has won the hearts of many movie lovers from around the world with movies like Ted, Uncharted, Daddy’s Home, Transformers: Age of Extinction, etc. He has been a phenomenal artist since his debut in 1989 and Invincible is a clear proof of the claim. Even Wahlberg himself considers his role in Invincible as an honor.
Mark Wahlberg in The Fighter
The actor opened up about his role as Vince Papale in one of the most famous movies of 2006. American actor Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg, also known by his former stage name Marky Mark, talks about his experience from the set of one of his most challenging movies, Invincible.
Mark Wahlberg is Proud of Being Cast in Invincible
Mark Wahlberg in a still from Invincible
It’s always a difficult task for any actor to keep pace with the passing years and perform uniformly. Playing active roles after turning 35 isn...
Mark Wahlberg in The Fighter
The actor opened up about his role as Vince Papale in one of the most famous movies of 2006. American actor Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg, also known by his former stage name Marky Mark, talks about his experience from the set of one of his most challenging movies, Invincible.
Mark Wahlberg is Proud of Being Cast in Invincible
Mark Wahlberg in a still from Invincible
It’s always a difficult task for any actor to keep pace with the passing years and perform uniformly. Playing active roles after turning 35 isn...
- 4/1/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
As one of the biggest stars in Hollywood, Mark Wahlberg’s career is full of films that showcase his stardom and how he can be a big name drawing people to watch his films. The actor’s career is filled with notable roles in films such as Lone Survivor, Boogie Nights, The Departed, Ted, and many more. Throughout his career, Wahlberg has done films with legendary directors, making him an A-tier actor, and a bankable one.
Mark Wahlberg in The Fighter
Well, that’s what everyone used to think, that the actor is a major name in the film industry, who would attract huge numbers at the box office. However, that is not the case anymore because Marky Mark’s latest film shows how he is becoming an irrelevant name in the film industry. His only way to avoid anonymity is by working alongside his Father Stu co-star, Mel Gibson,...
Mark Wahlberg in The Fighter
Well, that’s what everyone used to think, that the actor is a major name in the film industry, who would attract huge numbers at the box office. However, that is not the case anymore because Marky Mark’s latest film shows how he is becoming an irrelevant name in the film industry. His only way to avoid anonymity is by working alongside his Father Stu co-star, Mel Gibson,...
- 3/31/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Mark Wahlberg is a veteran actor in Hollywood and is always prepared to do whatever is required of him for any role in his movies. There are many people who support him, especially with respect to his fitness endeavors. Now, it appears Mark Wahlberg is part of a $1.8 billion Sony Pictures movie studio.
Mark Walhberg in Ted
Mark Wahlberg is famous for quite a few films such as Ted, Mile 22, Planet of The Apes and so many more. Nevertheless, he is more known for his comedy roles right now and perhaps that’s for the best as well.
Mark Wahlberg’s Dream Comes True After Becoming A Part Of A $1.8 Billion Sony Movie Studio Another scene in Ted
A couple of years ago, actor Mark Wahlberg expressed his vision for a Hollywood 2.0 film studio in Las Vegas. Recently, this vision has come to fruition with the approval of...
Mark Walhberg in Ted
Mark Wahlberg is famous for quite a few films such as Ted, Mile 22, Planet of The Apes and so many more. Nevertheless, he is more known for his comedy roles right now and perhaps that’s for the best as well.
Mark Wahlberg’s Dream Comes True After Becoming A Part Of A $1.8 Billion Sony Movie Studio Another scene in Ted
A couple of years ago, actor Mark Wahlberg expressed his vision for a Hollywood 2.0 film studio in Las Vegas. Recently, this vision has come to fruition with the approval of...
- 3/29/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
“Ted” is a television prequel of the popular film franchise from Seth MacFarlane. The series streams on Peacock in the United States and airs on Sky Max in the United Kingdom. (Promotional photo courtesy NBC Universal)
A television adaptation of the film franchise “Ted” has proven to be a hit in the United Kingdom.
The Seth MacFarlane-created series saw more than 1.38 million people tune in to Comcast-owned channel Sky Max during its seven-episode run over a period of 28 days, according to the measurement firm Barb Audiences (formerly the Broadcast Audience Research Board).
The series serves as a prequel to MacFarlane’s two film series, and follows the foul-mouthed, pot-smoking teddy bear and his best friend John, who brought him to life by wishing on a falling star.
Making an appearance in the series are John’s parents, Matty and Susan, along with his cousin, Blaire, who crashes at the home in-between college classes.
A television adaptation of the film franchise “Ted” has proven to be a hit in the United Kingdom.
The Seth MacFarlane-created series saw more than 1.38 million people tune in to Comcast-owned channel Sky Max during its seven-episode run over a period of 28 days, according to the measurement firm Barb Audiences (formerly the Broadcast Audience Research Board).
The series serves as a prequel to MacFarlane’s two film series, and follows the foul-mouthed, pot-smoking teddy bear and his best friend John, who brought him to life by wishing on a falling star.
Making an appearance in the series are John’s parents, Matty and Susan, along with his cousin, Blaire, who crashes at the home in-between college classes.
- 3/27/2024
- by Matthew Keys
- The Desk
Production will wrap this week in Dublin on Fran The Man, a feature adaptation of football mockumentary series Fran.
Darragh Humphreys reprises his role as Fran Costello, assistant manager of Irish football minnows St Peter’s Celtic, who are drawn to play titans Shamrock Rovers in the first round of the Football Association of Ireland Cup. Costello must work undercover to save the beautiful game from match-fixing.
Father Ted star Ardal O’Hanlon leads the new cast members, alongside Amy Huberman, Risteard Cooper, Toni O’Rourke and Deidre O’Kane. Screen can reveal a first look at the film, above. Production began on...
Darragh Humphreys reprises his role as Fran Costello, assistant manager of Irish football minnows St Peter’s Celtic, who are drawn to play titans Shamrock Rovers in the first round of the Football Association of Ireland Cup. Costello must work undercover to save the beautiful game from match-fixing.
Father Ted star Ardal O’Hanlon leads the new cast members, alongside Amy Huberman, Risteard Cooper, Toni O’Rourke and Deidre O’Kane. Screen can reveal a first look at the film, above. Production began on...
- 3/26/2024
- ScreenDaily
Elizabeth Banks and Matthew Macfadyen are headed to Peacock.
The duo will star in The Miniature Wife, a romantic dramedy that the NBCUniversal-owned streamer has ordered straight to series.
From creators, showrunners and exec producers Jennifer Ames and Steve Turner (Boardwalk Empire), the series is based on the short story written by Manuel Gonzalez. Miniature Wife is described as “a high-concept marital dramedy examining the power (im)balances between spouses, Lindy (Banks) and Les (Macfadyen), who battle each other for supremacy after a technological accident induces the ultimate relationship crisis.”
Banks (Pitch Perfect) and Macfadyen (Succession) also exec produce alongside Media Res’ Michael Ellenberg and Lindsey Springer.
The series was taken out to streamers earlier this year and ignited a bidding war before landing at Peacock with the sizable straight to series pickup.
At Peacock, Miniature Wife joins a roster of scripted originals that also includes Based on a True Story,...
The duo will star in The Miniature Wife, a romantic dramedy that the NBCUniversal-owned streamer has ordered straight to series.
From creators, showrunners and exec producers Jennifer Ames and Steve Turner (Boardwalk Empire), the series is based on the short story written by Manuel Gonzalez. Miniature Wife is described as “a high-concept marital dramedy examining the power (im)balances between spouses, Lindy (Banks) and Les (Macfadyen), who battle each other for supremacy after a technological accident induces the ultimate relationship crisis.”
Banks (Pitch Perfect) and Macfadyen (Succession) also exec produce alongside Media Res’ Michael Ellenberg and Lindsey Springer.
The series was taken out to streamers earlier this year and ignited a bidding war before landing at Peacock with the sizable straight to series pickup.
At Peacock, Miniature Wife joins a roster of scripted originals that also includes Based on a True Story,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Disney+ has Lucasfilm and Marvel, Peacock has “Ted,” Paramount has ‘Sonic,’ and the Taylor Sheridan-verse and Netflix have various properties that they’ve grown into hits, including a new relationship with the creators of “Game Of Thrones.” For AMC+, their toehold on genre I.P. on television is a modern wave television of adaptations based on the work of late horror author Anne Rice and shows like “Mayfair Witches.
Continue reading ‘Interview With A Vampire’ Trailer: Watch An Extended Look At Season 2 Premiering May 12 On AMC+ at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Interview With A Vampire’ Trailer: Watch An Extended Look At Season 2 Premiering May 12 On AMC+ at The Playlist.
- 3/19/2024
- by Christopher Marc
- The Playlist
Pretty famous for her contribution to Game of Thrones, Sex Education, and Hocus Pocus 2, British actress and singer Hannah Waddingham drops some hints about Ted Lasso which might have something to do with the Juno Temple spin-off. Winner of 11 Emmy Awards so far with 40 Emmy nominations in total, Ted Lasso is directed by Declan Lowney.
Hannah Waddingham in Rakuten Super Bowl Commercial
Fans have loved this soccer-oriented drama series featuring Hannah Waddingham, Jason Sudeikis, Juno Temple, Brett Goldstein, and many more. After Ted Lasso’s last episode was released on May 31, 2023, fans have been wondering if there will be more content. Thankfully, Waddingham has got these fans covered.
Will Ted Lasso Come Back for Another Season?
Ted Lasso is a critically acclaimed sports-comedy drama, which premiered on Apple TV+ in August 2020. The show follows co-creator Jason Sudeikis in the titular role of an American college football coach. The owner...
Hannah Waddingham in Rakuten Super Bowl Commercial
Fans have loved this soccer-oriented drama series featuring Hannah Waddingham, Jason Sudeikis, Juno Temple, Brett Goldstein, and many more. After Ted Lasso’s last episode was released on May 31, 2023, fans have been wondering if there will be more content. Thankfully, Waddingham has got these fans covered.
Will Ted Lasso Come Back for Another Season?
Ted Lasso is a critically acclaimed sports-comedy drama, which premiered on Apple TV+ in August 2020. The show follows co-creator Jason Sudeikis in the titular role of an American college football coach. The owner...
- 3/16/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Over the years several A-list actors have lost and turned down incredible roles and projects that later made them regret. But unlike most people, Mark Wahlberg doesn’t believe in regrets. Speaking with Josh Horowitz for his Happy Sad Confused podcast, Wahlberg thus recalled how he lost the lead role in Leonardo DiCaprio’s biggest box office hit – Titanic.
Mark Wahlberg in The Departed
Revealing how he was auditioning like crazy, for different movies and roles, Mark Wahlberg noted being up for James Cameron’s Titanic. But unfortunately, things didn’t work out for the actor, and he recalled the reason why he lost the role. But instead of regretting his loss, Wahlberg stayed positive and looked on the bright side.
Mark Wahlberg Was Up for Leonardo DiCaprio’s Box Office Hit Titanic
Appearing in myriads of movies over his decades-long career, Mark Wahlberg has now turned into a household name.
Mark Wahlberg in The Departed
Revealing how he was auditioning like crazy, for different movies and roles, Mark Wahlberg noted being up for James Cameron’s Titanic. But unfortunately, things didn’t work out for the actor, and he recalled the reason why he lost the role. But instead of regretting his loss, Wahlberg stayed positive and looked on the bright side.
Mark Wahlberg Was Up for Leonardo DiCaprio’s Box Office Hit Titanic
Appearing in myriads of movies over his decades-long career, Mark Wahlberg has now turned into a household name.
- 3/15/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Awards season is not over just yet.
The GLAAD Media Awards went down inside the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills on Thursday, a ceremony that saw trophies handed out to winners across film, TV, music and media. Wayne Brady hosted the star-studded event at which Oprah Winfrey took home a Vanguard Award presented by Chilli Pepper and Paola Presta, and Niecy Nash-Betts was honored with a Stephen F. Kolzak Award for LGBTQ visibility from pal Sharon Stone.
In categories announced from the stage, Showtime’s steamy political drama Fellow Travelers starring Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey from creator Ron Nyswaner took the top prize as outstanding limited or anthology series. The Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso, which introduced a gay soccer star this past season, bested the competition in the outstanding comedy series category. The Trace Lysette-starrer Monica from IFC Films was honored as outstanding film in limited release,...
The GLAAD Media Awards went down inside the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills on Thursday, a ceremony that saw trophies handed out to winners across film, TV, music and media. Wayne Brady hosted the star-studded event at which Oprah Winfrey took home a Vanguard Award presented by Chilli Pepper and Paola Presta, and Niecy Nash-Betts was honored with a Stephen F. Kolzak Award for LGBTQ visibility from pal Sharon Stone.
In categories announced from the stage, Showtime’s steamy political drama Fellow Travelers starring Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey from creator Ron Nyswaner took the top prize as outstanding limited or anthology series. The Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso, which introduced a gay soccer star this past season, bested the competition in the outstanding comedy series category. The Trace Lysette-starrer Monica from IFC Films was honored as outstanding film in limited release,...
- 3/15/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Mark Wahlberg is known for movies such as “The Departed” and “Ted”. However, if things went just a bit differently, he would have been known for “Titanic” and Leonardo DiCaprio would have had to find his luck elsewhere.
Leonardo DiCaprio || Jack Dawson
Besides DiCaprio, many soon-to-be big names were considered for the role of Jack Dawson including Wahlberg. While auditioning for the role, his experience went beyond the typical audition setting. However, it did not go too well for him as James Cameron eventually went with DiCaprio for the role.
Suggested“We have dress standards”: $400M Rich Mark Wahlberg Was Recently Humbled by Sydney Country Club for Wearing Gym Socks to a Golf Course
Mark Wahlberg Drove Around With The Hummer of Titanic’s Director James Cameron
Mark Wahlberg || Ted (2012)
In a recent episode of Happy Sad Confused with Josh Horowitz, Mark Wahlberg talked about his experience while auditioning for Titanic.
Leonardo DiCaprio || Jack Dawson
Besides DiCaprio, many soon-to-be big names were considered for the role of Jack Dawson including Wahlberg. While auditioning for the role, his experience went beyond the typical audition setting. However, it did not go too well for him as James Cameron eventually went with DiCaprio for the role.
Suggested“We have dress standards”: $400M Rich Mark Wahlberg Was Recently Humbled by Sydney Country Club for Wearing Gym Socks to a Golf Course
Mark Wahlberg Drove Around With The Hummer of Titanic’s Director James Cameron
Mark Wahlberg || Ted (2012)
In a recent episode of Happy Sad Confused with Josh Horowitz, Mark Wahlberg talked about his experience while auditioning for Titanic.
- 3/14/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
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