On Wednesday, June 12, Late Night with Seth Meyers welcomes actor and comedian Will Ferrell as a guest. Ferrell will be discussing his role in the upcoming animated film “Despicable Me 4,” where he voices the character Maxime Le Mal. Despicable Me 4, the highly anticipated fourth main installment and the sixth installment overall in […]
Late Night with Seth Meyers: Will Ferrell, Tico Torres...
Late Night with Seth Meyers: Will Ferrell, Tico Torres...
- 6/11/2024
- by Riley Avery
- MemorableTV
During Steve Carrell’s appearance on Today, anchor Savannah Guthrie talked about many topics, including an iconic movie series.
Carrell has starred in countless popular and acclaimed films like Foxcatcher, Little Miss Sunshine, and The Big Short.
One of his recent roles is his return to voicing the villain Gru in the popular Despicable Me franchise, with the fourth film arriving in early July.
While Carrell discussed that on Today, Savannah mentioned another classic set of films: Anchorman and Anchorman 2.
Carrell appeared as a main character in both films, and Savannah said she was ready for a third one to happen.
She also pleaded with Carrell about getting an Anchorman 3 film role.
Savannah asked Carrell about Anchorman 3 and her potential role
During the recent Today episode, Savannah Guthrie interviewed Carrell about Despicable Me 4 and mentioned one of his other films.
“I think one of the most- a masterpiece of cinema: Anchorman,...
Carrell has starred in countless popular and acclaimed films like Foxcatcher, Little Miss Sunshine, and The Big Short.
One of his recent roles is his return to voicing the villain Gru in the popular Despicable Me franchise, with the fourth film arriving in early July.
While Carrell discussed that on Today, Savannah mentioned another classic set of films: Anchorman and Anchorman 2.
Carrell appeared as a main character in both films, and Savannah said she was ready for a third one to happen.
She also pleaded with Carrell about getting an Anchorman 3 film role.
Savannah asked Carrell about Anchorman 3 and her potential role
During the recent Today episode, Savannah Guthrie interviewed Carrell about Despicable Me 4 and mentioned one of his other films.
“I think one of the most- a masterpiece of cinema: Anchorman,...
- 6/11/2024
- by Matt Couden
- Monsters and Critics
It didn’t take long for a scene from a 2000s comedy to turn into Owen Wilson’s iconic meme after the clip resurfaced and made rounds on social media. The words “Excuse me bruh” were practically plastered across everyone’s lips as the meme went viral.
Ben Stiller as Derek and Owen Wilson as Hansel in Zoolander (Credit: Paramount Pictures)
But there came a point when Wilson nearly lost this golden moment to Jake Gyllenhaal after the Brokeback Mountain star came close to securing the former’s role in the film in question.
Owen Wilson’s Famous Meme Almost Didn’t Happen
A critical and commercial success, Zoolander is one of Owen Wilson‘s most famous films besides classics like Shanghai Noon (2000) and Wedding Crashers (2005). Starring comedy geniuses like Ben Stiller and Will Ferrell, the movie is a satirical take on the dazzling industry of fashion with a ludicrously...
Ben Stiller as Derek and Owen Wilson as Hansel in Zoolander (Credit: Paramount Pictures)
But there came a point when Wilson nearly lost this golden moment to Jake Gyllenhaal after the Brokeback Mountain star came close to securing the former’s role in the film in question.
Owen Wilson’s Famous Meme Almost Didn’t Happen
A critical and commercial success, Zoolander is one of Owen Wilson‘s most famous films besides classics like Shanghai Noon (2000) and Wedding Crashers (2005). Starring comedy geniuses like Ben Stiller and Will Ferrell, the movie is a satirical take on the dazzling industry of fashion with a ludicrously...
- 6/11/2024
- by Khushi Shah
- FandomWire
BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri has become one of social media’s biggest providers of viral clips in recent months, and today she added another memorable moment.
During a BBC News bulletin this morning, Moshiri quoted Will Ferrell’s famous “I’m Ron Burgundy?” line from the initial Anchorman movie after an autocue mistake caused her to falter on a light relief story about hazel dormice numbers in the UK.
“It’s hoped a new job project that sees them re-released into their natural habit could help to restore the population,” she read, before breaking the fourth wall and asking producers, “Is it ‘habit’ or ‘habitat’? I’m probably going to get emails about this. Well, it’s ‘habit’ on the autocue so what can I say?”
She then passed over to a colleague before making the Anchorman quip, saying, “I’m Ron Burgundy.”
The clip has been shared on...
During a BBC News bulletin this morning, Moshiri quoted Will Ferrell’s famous “I’m Ron Burgundy?” line from the initial Anchorman movie after an autocue mistake caused her to falter on a light relief story about hazel dormice numbers in the UK.
“It’s hoped a new job project that sees them re-released into their natural habit could help to restore the population,” she read, before breaking the fourth wall and asking producers, “Is it ‘habit’ or ‘habitat’? I’m probably going to get emails about this. Well, it’s ‘habit’ on the autocue so what can I say?”
She then passed over to a colleague before making the Anchorman quip, saying, “I’m Ron Burgundy.”
The clip has been shared on...
- 6/11/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
On Tuesday June 11 2024, NBC broadcasts Today!
Season 72 Episode 228 Episode Summary
In this episode of “Today” on NBC, viewers can look forward to a star-studded lineup. Singer Celine Dion will be gracing the show with her presence, promising a performance that is sure to captivate audiences. Alongside her, actor Will Ferrell will be sharing insights and perhaps even a few laughs with the hosts.
For those dreaming of summer getaways, Bahar Takhtehchian will be providing travel tips and inspiration to help viewers plan their next vacation. Whether it’s a beach escape or a mountain retreat, Bahar’s expertise will surely spark wanderlust in the audience. Additionally, food enthusiasts will not be disappointed as Missy Robbins takes over the Today Food segment, tantalizing taste buds with her culinary creations.
With such a diverse and exciting lineup, this episode of “Today” is bound to offer something for everyone. From music to comedy,...
Season 72 Episode 228 Episode Summary
In this episode of “Today” on NBC, viewers can look forward to a star-studded lineup. Singer Celine Dion will be gracing the show with her presence, promising a performance that is sure to captivate audiences. Alongside her, actor Will Ferrell will be sharing insights and perhaps even a few laughs with the hosts.
For those dreaming of summer getaways, Bahar Takhtehchian will be providing travel tips and inspiration to help viewers plan their next vacation. Whether it’s a beach escape or a mountain retreat, Bahar’s expertise will surely spark wanderlust in the audience. Additionally, food enthusiasts will not be disappointed as Missy Robbins takes over the Today Food segment, tantalizing taste buds with her culinary creations.
With such a diverse and exciting lineup, this episode of “Today” is bound to offer something for everyone. From music to comedy,...
- 6/11/2024
- by US Posts
- TV Regular
As the Annecy Animation Festival kicks off, excitement is in the air as Paramount Animation unveils its latest slate of developments. Among the highlights are projects involving some star power that promises to pique the interest of audiences. In a thrilling announcement, Dropz, a film produced by Bad Bunny and Will Ferrell, was introduced alongside new titles such as a Swan Lake adaptation and fresh installments in beloved franchises like Transformers. Ramsey Naito, president of Paramount Animation, described Dropz as: our E.T. about real kids in a super extraordinary situation. Naito also noted that the story will be infused with...
- 6/11/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Will Ferrell and Bad Bunny are teaming up on new animated film 'Dropz'.The 56-year-old Hollywood star and Grammy Award winning musician, 30, are both involved in a new project for Paramount Animation, which is currently under development.As reported by Variety, studio president Ramsey Naito revealed the film is being produced by Ferrell, with Bad Bunny serving as an executive producer.She described the animated movie as "our E.T. about real kids in a super extraordinary situation".Rob Letterman - known for his work on the likes of 'Shark Tale', 'Monsters vs Aliens' and 'Pokemon Detective Pikachu' - is directing and co-writing the script with playwright Ike Holter.Naito revealed the story is "infused with fashion", and will serve as a "cultural statement" for both kids and families.The Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Animation chief also revealed other original films, including an adaptation of 'Swan Lake',...
- 6/11/2024
- by Alistair McGeorge
- Bang Showbiz
On Tuesday, June 11, NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon welcomes actor Will Ferrell and singer-songwriter Meghan Trainor to the show. Will Ferrell, an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer, joins the show to discuss his voice role in the upcoming animated film “Despicable Me 4.” Ferrell lends his voice to the character Maxime […]
The Tonight Show: Will Ferrell, Meghan Trainor...
The Tonight Show: Will Ferrell, Meghan Trainor...
- 6/10/2024
- by Riley Avery
- MemorableTV
On Tuesday, June 11, NBC’s The Today Show has an exclusive interview with Celine Dion, and Will Ferrell drops by to discuss Despicable Me 4. The episode also includes a summer travel segment with Bahar Takhtehchian and a food segment with chefs Missy Robbins and David Viana. Hoda Kotb sits down for an exclusive conversation […]
The Today Show: Exclusive Interview with Celine Dion...
The Today Show: Exclusive Interview with Celine Dion...
- 6/10/2024
- by Riley Avery
- MemorableTV
On Tuesday, June 11, NBC’s Today with Hoda & Jenna welcomes singer Celine Dion, actor Will Ferrell, and wedding planner and public speaker Jove Meyer. Celine Dion, a five-time Grammy Award-winning singer, sits down with Hoda Kotb to discuss her health and life since being diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome, a rare and incurable neurological disease. […]
Today with Hoda & Jenna: Celine Dion, Will Ferrell, Jove Meyer...
Today with Hoda & Jenna: Celine Dion, Will Ferrell, Jove Meyer...
- 6/10/2024
- by Riley Avery
- MemorableTV
As the Annecy Animation Festival gets underway, Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Animation president Ramsey Naito has revealed development on a string of original films — including the Bad Bunny- and Will Ferrell-produced film “Dropz” and a “Swan Lake” adaptation — which will sit alongside franchises such as Transformers, Smurfs and SpongeBob.
Naito describes “Dropz” as “our E.T. about real kids in a super extraordinary situation.” Producers Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum and David Koplan have teamed up with Bad Bunny, who is on board as an exec producer. Rob Letterman is directing and co-writing the script with Ike Holter. Naito adds that the story is “infused with fashion” and will be a “cultural statement” for kids and families.
“Muttnik” is a sci-fi comedy about a sweet puppy turned “Han Solo-type space bandit,” who is forced to return to the family on Earth that abandoned him. Ron Howard, Brian Grazer and Zareh Nalbandian are producing.
Naito describes “Dropz” as “our E.T. about real kids in a super extraordinary situation.” Producers Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum and David Koplan have teamed up with Bad Bunny, who is on board as an exec producer. Rob Letterman is directing and co-writing the script with Ike Holter. Naito adds that the story is “infused with fashion” and will be a “cultural statement” for kids and families.
“Muttnik” is a sci-fi comedy about a sweet puppy turned “Han Solo-type space bandit,” who is forced to return to the family on Earth that abandoned him. Ron Howard, Brian Grazer and Zareh Nalbandian are producing.
- 6/10/2024
- by Carolyn Giardina
- Variety Film + TV
Anchorman heads to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray for the first time, to mark the 20th anniversary of the film. More on the release here.
A very happy 20th anniversary to Ron Burgundy and the Channel 4 news team in San Diego, with the news that Anchorman: The Legend Of Ron Burgundy is celebrating its birthday. The 2004 movie, that starred Will Ferrell, Steve Carell (“loud noises”), Christina Applegate, Paul Rudd and David Koechner, remains a firm favourite, and gave Oscar-winning filmmaker Adam McKay his first hit as director too. The mighty Step Brothers wasn’t far behind.
Anchorman: The Legend Of Ron Burgundy is now making its 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray debut with a deluxe physical media set that’s landing on 5th August 2024.
You can find more information about the release, and order yourself a copy, right here.
The new set includes a 4K disc and two Blu-rays in the box.
A very happy 20th anniversary to Ron Burgundy and the Channel 4 news team in San Diego, with the news that Anchorman: The Legend Of Ron Burgundy is celebrating its birthday. The 2004 movie, that starred Will Ferrell, Steve Carell (“loud noises”), Christina Applegate, Paul Rudd and David Koechner, remains a firm favourite, and gave Oscar-winning filmmaker Adam McKay his first hit as director too. The mighty Step Brothers wasn’t far behind.
Anchorman: The Legend Of Ron Burgundy is now making its 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray debut with a deluxe physical media set that’s landing on 5th August 2024.
You can find more information about the release, and order yourself a copy, right here.
The new set includes a 4K disc and two Blu-rays in the box.
- 6/10/2024
- by Simon Brew
- Film Stories
There's less than a month to go until Despicable Me 4 arrives in theaters, and Illumination has released a new promo which takes a shot of Black Adam star Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Warner Bros.' tax write-offs, and the MCU.
The pro wrestler and actor vowed to change the "hierarchy of power" in the DC Extended Universe with the 2022 movie, only for it to flop at the box office and bomb with critics and fans alike. From there, Johnson's plans to take over the franchise failed and he was promptly ousted when James Gunn and Peter Safran took charge of DC Studios.
As for the 100-year slate of "Mega Minions" movies, it's a tongue-in-cheek dig at Marvel Studios and its habit of revealing slates of movies and TV shows years before they're released.
It's all meant in good fun, though we're sure Johnson doesn't appreciate being made fun of in this way.
The pro wrestler and actor vowed to change the "hierarchy of power" in the DC Extended Universe with the 2022 movie, only for it to flop at the box office and bomb with critics and fans alike. From there, Johnson's plans to take over the franchise failed and he was promptly ousted when James Gunn and Peter Safran took charge of DC Studios.
As for the 100-year slate of "Mega Minions" movies, it's a tongue-in-cheek dig at Marvel Studios and its habit of revealing slates of movies and TV shows years before they're released.
It's all meant in good fun, though we're sure Johnson doesn't appreciate being made fun of in this way.
- 6/9/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
(from left) Gru Jr., Gru (Steve Carell), Poppy Prescott (Joey King) and Minions (Pierre Coffin) in Despicable Me 4, directed by Chris Renaud. Photo Credit: Illumination & Universal Pictures Get ready for a hilarious and action-packed adventure in Despicable Me 4! Gru, the world’s most lovable supervillain-turned-agent, is back with his family to face new challenges. A new villain, Maxime Le Mal, voiced by Will Ferrell, is on the scene with his femme fatale partner, Valentina, voiced by Sofia Vergara. They’ll be causing trouble for Gru, Lucy, and the girls, who are also dealing with a mischievous new addition to their family: Gru Jr., voiced by an unannounced actor. Joining the chaos are new characters voiced by Joey King, Stephen Colbert, and Chloe Fineman, adding even more laughs to the mix. Of course, the Minions are back with their iconic voices and silly antics, ready to cause mayhem alongside their beloved Gru.
- 6/8/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
John Mulaney’s wildly chaotic six-episode run of Everybody’s In LA featured old punks, phone-ins and just about every top comedian in the states.
But the show, which ran for six episodes around the Netflix Is A Joke Festival between May 3 and May 10, was originally designed as a variety show. “I wanted everyone to go make what they wanted and I will put it on. We can’t get renewed. We should actually be a variety show,” he said.
Mulaney was asked why he wanted to make a show that was largely difficult? He said that Netflix approached him as they wanted to do something live across the comedy festival but weren’t entirely sure what. “One idea they had was stand-up at the Geffen Theater. Only with only David doing stand-up, just Laura Nyro stories. He had a tight hour,” Mulaney joked. “I liked that it was an...
But the show, which ran for six episodes around the Netflix Is A Joke Festival between May 3 and May 10, was originally designed as a variety show. “I wanted everyone to go make what they wanted and I will put it on. We can’t get renewed. We should actually be a variety show,” he said.
Mulaney was asked why he wanted to make a show that was largely difficult? He said that Netflix approached him as they wanted to do something live across the comedy festival but weren’t entirely sure what. “One idea they had was stand-up at the Geffen Theater. Only with only David doing stand-up, just Laura Nyro stories. He had a tight hour,” Mulaney joked. “I liked that it was an...
- 6/7/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Chicago – You’ll never hear a better speech about the actor’s gratitude for his hometown than John C. Reilly’s proclamation at the 60th Chicago International Film Festival’s Summer Gala on June 1st, 2024. He brought the house down with emotional and passionate words about his journey that began in the Windy City.
With an astonishing range of roles already under his belt, John C. Reilly has played an eclectic host of rich characters to great effect over the years, from seedy ne’er-do-wells to lovable and good-natured schlepps. The fifth of six children, John Christopher Reilly was born in Chicago, and was brought up on Chicago’s Southwest Side. On the amateur stage from age eight, Reilly trained at the Goodman School of Drama and eventually became a member of Chicago’s renowned Steppenwolf Theatre.
John C. Reilly at the 2024 60th Ciff Summer Gala
Photo credit: Joe Arce of Starstruck Foto for HollywoodChicago.
With an astonishing range of roles already under his belt, John C. Reilly has played an eclectic host of rich characters to great effect over the years, from seedy ne’er-do-wells to lovable and good-natured schlepps. The fifth of six children, John Christopher Reilly was born in Chicago, and was brought up on Chicago’s Southwest Side. On the amateur stage from age eight, Reilly trained at the Goodman School of Drama and eventually became a member of Chicago’s renowned Steppenwolf Theatre.
John C. Reilly at the 2024 60th Ciff Summer Gala
Photo credit: Joe Arce of Starstruck Foto for HollywoodChicago.
- 6/7/2024
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
With the unofficial beginning of summer — Memorial Day — come and gone, the season has entered full swing. Several of the summer weekends will be crowded at the box office with sometimes three releases competing on similar dates. With action films like Bad Boys: Ride Or Die, A Quiet Place: Day One and Twisters taking us through July, some animated adventures like Inside Out 2 and Despicable Me 4 will provide fun for whole families.
Deadpool 3 will cap off July with a new Marvel installment from Shawn Levy, Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds, making way for more sinister films ahead of fall like M. Night Shyamalan’s Trap and Alien: Romulus. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice deserves an honorable mention although it won’t hit theaters until September to lead into spooky season and October.
Related: Summer Box Office Pines For $3 Billion: ‘Garfield’ Could Scratch ‘Furiosa’, ‘Beetlejuice 2’ Might See Best Opening Just Outside...
Deadpool 3 will cap off July with a new Marvel installment from Shawn Levy, Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds, making way for more sinister films ahead of fall like M. Night Shyamalan’s Trap and Alien: Romulus. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice deserves an honorable mention although it won’t hit theaters until September to lead into spooky season and October.
Related: Summer Box Office Pines For $3 Billion: ‘Garfield’ Could Scratch ‘Furiosa’, ‘Beetlejuice 2’ Might See Best Opening Just Outside...
- 6/7/2024
- by Dessi Gomez
- Deadline Film + TV
“Despicable Me 4” is the new animated comedy feature, directed by Chris Renaud and Patrick Delage, starring Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Miranda Cosgrove, Dana Gaier, Madison Polan, Will Ferrell, Sofia Vergara, Joey King, Chloe Fineman, Pierre Coffin and Steve Coogan releasing July 3, 2024 in theaters:
‘…’Gru’ (Carell), the world’s favorite supervillain-turned-‘Anti-Villain League’ - agent, returns for an exciting, bold new era of ‘Minions’ mayhem, alongside his wife and fellow Anti-Villain League-agent ‘Lucy’ (Wiig), their three adopted girls —‘Margo’ (Cosgrove), ‘Edith’ (Gaier) and ‘Agnes’ (Polan)— and the newest member to the Gru family, ‘Gru Jr.’, who is intent on tormenting his dad.
‘The family is forced to go on the run when they become targeted by escaped criminal ‘Maxime Le Mal’ (Ferrell) and his femme fatale girlfriend ‘Valentina’ (Vergara)…”
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‘…’Gru’ (Carell), the world’s favorite supervillain-turned-‘Anti-Villain League’ - agent, returns for an exciting, bold new era of ‘Minions’ mayhem, alongside his wife and fellow Anti-Villain League-agent ‘Lucy’ (Wiig), their three adopted girls —‘Margo’ (Cosgrove), ‘Edith’ (Gaier) and ‘Agnes’ (Polan)— and the newest member to the Gru family, ‘Gru Jr.’, who is intent on tormenting his dad.
‘The family is forced to go on the run when they become targeted by escaped criminal ‘Maxime Le Mal’ (Ferrell) and his femme fatale girlfriend ‘Valentina’ (Vergara)…”
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- 6/6/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Okay, not what we were expecting Nicole Kidman to say in a roundtable chat, much less at around the same time when a trailer which shows her making out with Hollywood hunk Zac Efron was released. But you know, Kidman loves her men, and I can just tell that they love her too.
Nicole Kidman -Opens Up About Her Experiences Shooting Steamy Scenes For Her Movies
Nicole Kidman just kissed and told The Hollywood Reporter in their latest version of the roundtable talk, featuring fellow actresses Jennifer Aniston, Naomi Watts, Sofía Vergara, Brie Larson, Jodie Foster and Anna Sawai.
During their chat, the interviewer asked the stars whether they could relate to Anne Hathaway’s revelation that she once kissed ten men in a “gross chemistry test” just to see who would better match with her character onscreen.
“Who here can relate, and what were your versions of it?” the interviewer said,...
Nicole Kidman -Opens Up About Her Experiences Shooting Steamy Scenes For Her Movies
Nicole Kidman just kissed and told The Hollywood Reporter in their latest version of the roundtable talk, featuring fellow actresses Jennifer Aniston, Naomi Watts, Sofía Vergara, Brie Larson, Jodie Foster and Anna Sawai.
During their chat, the interviewer asked the stars whether they could relate to Anne Hathaway’s revelation that she once kissed ten men in a “gross chemistry test” just to see who would better match with her character onscreen.
“Who here can relate, and what were your versions of it?” the interviewer said,...
- 6/2/2024
- by Nmesoma Okechukwu
- Celebrating The Soaps
Kevin James can’t wait to be back on TV, signing on to star in a limited series about professional golfer John Daly, our sister site Deadline reports.
Famous for coining the phrase “grip it and rip it,” Daly has won nearly 20 professional tournaments throughout this career, including five separate PGA Tour titles. The biographical series will reportedly be executive-produced by Gary Valentine, along with Rory Rosegarten and David Spiegelman.
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Famous for coining the phrase “grip it and rip it,” Daly has won nearly 20 professional tournaments throughout this career, including five separate PGA Tour titles. The biographical series will reportedly be executive-produced by Gary Valentine, along with Rory Rosegarten and David Spiegelman.
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- 5/31/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Featuring the voices of: Keith Ferguson, Laura Post, Josh Brener, Maya Aoki Tuttle, Emily Tunon, Talon Warburton, Scott Adsit, Chris Sullivan, Tony Hale, Adam Lambert, Jeanine Mason, Michael Beattie | Written by Alan Schoolcraft, Brent Simons | Directed by Eric Fogel
While Dreamworks Animation are known for their big franchises such as Shrek, Kung-Fu Panda, and How to Train Your Dragon, they also have notable standalone works amidst their output. One of their strongest is 2010’s Megamind, a witty take on cyclical comic-book rivalries that was sadly overshadowed by that year’s other supervillain-focused animation, Despicable Me. In the age of superhero movies dominating the conversation, a sequel to the Will Ferrell led animation is ripe for commentary. Somewhere, a finger on a monkey’s paw curled as the world is inflicted with Megamind vs The Doom Syndicate.
Taking place mere days after the original film, Megamind (Keith Ferguson) is adjusting to...
While Dreamworks Animation are known for their big franchises such as Shrek, Kung-Fu Panda, and How to Train Your Dragon, they also have notable standalone works amidst their output. One of their strongest is 2010’s Megamind, a witty take on cyclical comic-book rivalries that was sadly overshadowed by that year’s other supervillain-focused animation, Despicable Me. In the age of superhero movies dominating the conversation, a sequel to the Will Ferrell led animation is ripe for commentary. Somewhere, a finger on a monkey’s paw curled as the world is inflicted with Megamind vs The Doom Syndicate.
Taking place mere days after the original film, Megamind (Keith Ferguson) is adjusting to...
- 5/31/2024
- by James Rodrigues
- Nerdly
Exclusive: Nikki Glaser is bringing the laughs to HBO.
The comedian’s latest comedy special, Nikki Glaser: Someday You’ll Die, has generated 2M cross-platform viewers since it premiered on May 11, according to Warner Bros. Discovery. The company also said the special had the best premiere night for an HBO comedy special in more than two years.
That just slightly outperforms her previous special, Good Clean Filth, which amassed 1.9M cross-platform viewers in the same timeframe from its own debut. That special was also nominated for a Critics’ Choice Award for Best Comedy Special.
Someday You’ll Die is currently pacing to have the top streaming audience for any comedy special in the history of Max (even before the name change).
Taped in December 2023 in front of a sold-out audience at the Moore Theater in Seattle, Washington, Glaser dives into a wide range of topics including why she doesn’t want kids,...
The comedian’s latest comedy special, Nikki Glaser: Someday You’ll Die, has generated 2M cross-platform viewers since it premiered on May 11, according to Warner Bros. Discovery. The company also said the special had the best premiere night for an HBO comedy special in more than two years.
That just slightly outperforms her previous special, Good Clean Filth, which amassed 1.9M cross-platform viewers in the same timeframe from its own debut. That special was also nominated for a Critics’ Choice Award for Best Comedy Special.
Someday You’ll Die is currently pacing to have the top streaming audience for any comedy special in the history of Max (even before the name change).
Taped in December 2023 in front of a sold-out audience at the Moore Theater in Seattle, Washington, Glaser dives into a wide range of topics including why she doesn’t want kids,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Amazon Prime Video’s push into the advertising space was heavily documented at the recent Upfronts with star turns from the likes of Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell.
The streamer has now rejigged its executive team following this push.
Lauren Anderson has been named Head, Brand and Content Innovation. In the new role, she will managed Amazon MGM Studios’ collaboration with brands as they partner on its originals.
The news was revealed in a memo from Amazon MGM Studios Head of Television Vernon Sanders.
Anderson was previously Head of AVOD Programming and Studios Unscripted across US Prime Video and Amazon Freevee.
She will continue to oversee the AVOD originals teams.
Christel Miller, who continues to report to Anderson, will lead a newly named Scripted Hybrid team, which will included brand-funded scripted projects.
Jenny Falkoff and Alysia Russo will continue as Head of Reality Series and Head of Docu-Series, respectively, and...
The streamer has now rejigged its executive team following this push.
Lauren Anderson has been named Head, Brand and Content Innovation. In the new role, she will managed Amazon MGM Studios’ collaboration with brands as they partner on its originals.
The news was revealed in a memo from Amazon MGM Studios Head of Television Vernon Sanders.
Anderson was previously Head of AVOD Programming and Studios Unscripted across US Prime Video and Amazon Freevee.
She will continue to oversee the AVOD originals teams.
Christel Miller, who continues to report to Anderson, will lead a newly named Scripted Hybrid team, which will included brand-funded scripted projects.
Jenny Falkoff and Alysia Russo will continue as Head of Reality Series and Head of Docu-Series, respectively, and...
- 5/29/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Ramy Youssef’s latest HBO special, “Ramy Youssef: More Feelings,” had been in the works for years — and had evolved over time as Youssef got in a relationship and eventually got married. But some of his routine also became very more front and center for audiences in the wake of the war in Gaza.
“There’s stuff that I do touch on, a tightrope walk of taking really big concepts, and then making them super personal,” Youssef tells Variety‘s Awards Circuit Podcast. “With our show [Hulu’s “Ramy”], we had already done that with Palestine and Israel. And in my stand up, I had already done versions of it. But in the last seven or eight months, it became something that has risen to the surface for everybody. When you’re taking your time to talk about it for 10 minutes in a set, it’s important to you. On a show,...
“There’s stuff that I do touch on, a tightrope walk of taking really big concepts, and then making them super personal,” Youssef tells Variety‘s Awards Circuit Podcast. “With our show [Hulu’s “Ramy”], we had already done that with Palestine and Israel. And in my stand up, I had already done versions of it. But in the last seven or eight months, it became something that has risen to the surface for everybody. When you’re taking your time to talk about it for 10 minutes in a set, it’s important to you. On a show,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Many people have dreams of being an actor, sometimes in film and sometimes in television roles.
Some actors fall into the opportunity through lots of auditions, training, and from knowing the right people. But others get their start by becoming a famous name first.
Athletes are often in the public eye, gaining a following for being good at their chosen sport. Once they retire from their profession, some continue to grow their popularity through other ventures.
Many athletes turn to acting, whether through television advertisements and commercials like Coach Prime, Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, Derek Jeter, Eli Manning, and Kevin Durant.
Other athletes like Travis Kelce, Pat McAfee, Deion Sanders (Prime), and Dale Earnhardt, Jr. do podcasts to attract a following.
Some celebrities do one-shot cameos, like Michael Jordan and LeBron James in Space Jam, Uncle Drew starring NBA star Kyrie Irving, Airplane! with Kareem Abdul Jabbar, and Blue Chips...
Some actors fall into the opportunity through lots of auditions, training, and from knowing the right people. But others get their start by becoming a famous name first.
Athletes are often in the public eye, gaining a following for being good at their chosen sport. Once they retire from their profession, some continue to grow their popularity through other ventures.
Many athletes turn to acting, whether through television advertisements and commercials like Coach Prime, Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, Derek Jeter, Eli Manning, and Kevin Durant.
Other athletes like Travis Kelce, Pat McAfee, Deion Sanders (Prime), and Dale Earnhardt, Jr. do podcasts to attract a following.
Some celebrities do one-shot cameos, like Michael Jordan and LeBron James in Space Jam, Uncle Drew starring NBA star Kyrie Irving, Airplane! with Kareem Abdul Jabbar, and Blue Chips...
- 5/28/2024
- by Sara Trimble
- TVfanatic
Loren Brovarnik‘s mom, Marlene Goldstone, didn’t earn herself any fans after this week’s episode of 90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After?
As we’re watching this season, Loren decided to go under the knife to have a Mommy Makeover.
The hours-long procedure went well, but the weeks-long recovery process has just begun for Loren, putting an extra workload on her husband, Alexei Brovarnik, and her parents, Marlene and Bryan.
Marlene questioned why Loren opted to have her surgery while her kids were still young and while Alexei’s father was visiting from Israel.
Although she disagreed with the timing of Loren’s surgery, Loren admitted, “I know – it was my decision.”
“So then, no complaining allowed,” Marlene fired back.
90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After? viewers put Loren Brovarnik’s mom, Marlene, on blast
After watching the scene between Loren and her mom play out, 90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After?...
As we’re watching this season, Loren decided to go under the knife to have a Mommy Makeover.
The hours-long procedure went well, but the weeks-long recovery process has just begun for Loren, putting an extra workload on her husband, Alexei Brovarnik, and her parents, Marlene and Bryan.
Marlene questioned why Loren opted to have her surgery while her kids were still young and while Alexei’s father was visiting from Israel.
Although she disagreed with the timing of Loren’s surgery, Loren admitted, “I know – it was my decision.”
“So then, no complaining allowed,” Marlene fired back.
90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After? viewers put Loren Brovarnik’s mom, Marlene, on blast
After watching the scene between Loren and her mom play out, 90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After?...
- 5/27/2024
- by Mona Wexler
- Monsters and Critics
Soccer Aid for Unicef 2024 will take place on June 9 at Stamford Bridge.
The live show on ITV1, Stv and Itvx will be hosted by Unicef UK Ambassador Dermot O’Leary, who will be joined once again by Unicef UK High Profile Supporter, Alex Scott. Sam Matterface returns as Commentator, with Iain Stirling on Co-Comms duty. A half-time entertainment show will also be announced in due course. Previous performers include Rita Ora, Robbie Williams and Tom Grennan.
England have won five times since the game began in 2006 – but their last victory came in 2018. They trail the Soccer Aid World XI Fc who have won the fixture seven times – and are on a record five-year winning streak.
England will take to the pitch in a specially commissioned Euro ’96 kit. This is ahead of Euro 2024 – the first game of which is just five days after Soccer Aid. The Soccer Aid World XI Fc will...
The live show on ITV1, Stv and Itvx will be hosted by Unicef UK Ambassador Dermot O’Leary, who will be joined once again by Unicef UK High Profile Supporter, Alex Scott. Sam Matterface returns as Commentator, with Iain Stirling on Co-Comms duty. A half-time entertainment show will also be announced in due course. Previous performers include Rita Ora, Robbie Williams and Tom Grennan.
England have won five times since the game began in 2006 – but their last victory came in 2018. They trail the Soccer Aid World XI Fc who have won the fixture seven times – and are on a record five-year winning streak.
England will take to the pitch in a specially commissioned Euro ’96 kit. This is ahead of Euro 2024 – the first game of which is just five days after Soccer Aid. The Soccer Aid World XI Fc will...
- 5/27/2024
- Look to the Stars
Holy cow, May is almost over! That means June is almost here, bringing with it summer. While there are plenty of summer activities one can do outdoors, let's not forget the ultimate summer vibe: sitting inside watching TV. Hey, it gets hot out there! You could go outside and sweat a lot, or you could sit on your couch with the air conditioner blasting, watching Netflix. As is their custom, Netflix will be kicking several titles to the curb as the month rolls over, which means you better act fast to watch some of these films and TV shows. Below, we're highlighting some of best titles leaving Netflix in June 2024.
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A Nightmare On Elm Street
Wes Craven solidified himself as a master of horror with "A Nightmare on Elm Street," a slasher with an ingenious hook: the killer targets teens in their dreams.
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A Nightmare On Elm Street
Wes Craven solidified himself as a master of horror with "A Nightmare on Elm Street," a slasher with an ingenious hook: the killer targets teens in their dreams.
- 5/26/2024
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
A new Lego set inspired by Despicable Me 4 included a major spoiler from the new Universal/Illumination movie.
Steve Carell's Gru will be back in action yet again in Despicable Me 4, complete with his army of Minions and his growing family by his side.
With the franchise having grossed $4.68 billion globally at the box office (including two Minions spin-offs), this sequel will see Gru raising a newborn son as new villain Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) threatens everything he's built to this point.
Read full article on The Direct.
Steve Carell's Gru will be back in action yet again in Despicable Me 4, complete with his army of Minions and his growing family by his side.
With the franchise having grossed $4.68 billion globally at the box office (including two Minions spin-offs), this sequel will see Gru raising a newborn son as new villain Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) threatens everything he's built to this point.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 5/26/2024
- by Richard Nebens
- The Direct
If there’s one thing many fans don’t know about Kevin Costner, it is that he’s the funniest guy to be around on movie sets. At least, that’s what costar Dane Cook told the press. The actor is widely recognized for his role in Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone.
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone / Paramount Network
Since he’s a natural comedian, many fans wonder why Costner has never appeared on gigs like Saturday Night Live, a similar situation Marvel actor Chris Evans is in. Yes, even Captain America has never visited the show!
Why Kevin Costner And Chris Evans Never Hosted Saturday Night Live
In an interview with PopWatch via Entertainment Weekly, actor Dane Cook confessed something about his Mr. Brooks costar Kevin Costner:
I’m gonna out Kevin Costner right now. He’s one of the funniest people I’ve ever been around.
The comedian went on...
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone / Paramount Network
Since he’s a natural comedian, many fans wonder why Costner has never appeared on gigs like Saturday Night Live, a similar situation Marvel actor Chris Evans is in. Yes, even Captain America has never visited the show!
Why Kevin Costner And Chris Evans Never Hosted Saturday Night Live
In an interview with PopWatch via Entertainment Weekly, actor Dane Cook confessed something about his Mr. Brooks costar Kevin Costner:
I’m gonna out Kevin Costner right now. He’s one of the funniest people I’ve ever been around.
The comedian went on...
- 5/25/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Christine Brown is a new woman since divorcing Kody Brown.
The Sister Wives star has her husband, David Woolley, to thank for that in many ways.
The lovebirds tied the knot in October 2023 and have been enjoying each other’s company every second since.
Most recently, David has been introducing Christine to some of his interests, and as far as he’s concerned, he’s “corrupted” his wife of seven months.
David took to Instagram recently to share a video of himself and his lady love as they had some fun on the deck of their Utah home.
Christine and David recreated Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly’s famous “Shake-n-Bake” scene from the movie Talladega Nights.
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In the caption of David’s Instagram post, he wrote, “I’ve corrupted her!! Yes!! She’s gone to my side!
The Sister Wives star has her husband, David Woolley, to thank for that in many ways.
The lovebirds tied the knot in October 2023 and have been enjoying each other’s company every second since.
Most recently, David has been introducing Christine to some of his interests, and as far as he’s concerned, he’s “corrupted” his wife of seven months.
David took to Instagram recently to share a video of himself and his lady love as they had some fun on the deck of their Utah home.
Christine and David recreated Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly’s famous “Shake-n-Bake” scene from the movie Talladega Nights.
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A post shared by David Woolley (@david__woolley)
In the caption of David’s Instagram post, he wrote, “I’ve corrupted her!! Yes!! She’s gone to my side!
- 5/25/2024
- by Mona Wexler
- Monsters and Critics
With the box office being in dire straits, I feel a little awkward telling you to stay home and watch stuff on Netflix. Anyway, stay home and watch stuff on Netflix!
All kidding aside, summer is bearing down upon us, and that means unbearable, scorching hot temperatures. (Thanks global warming!) So, what better way to burn though your free time than by plopping yourself down in an air-conditioned theater and checking out the latest releases? After a relatively slow start to the year, June looks to turn things up a notch with some notable tentpoles. Tragically, however, you can't spend all of your non-working hours at the multiplex -- not even for the "Lord of the Rings" re-release.
That being the case, I've selected some top picks among the titles coming to Netflix in June, all of which can be enjoyed without leaving your living room (or whatever room(s...
All kidding aside, summer is bearing down upon us, and that means unbearable, scorching hot temperatures. (Thanks global warming!) So, what better way to burn though your free time than by plopping yourself down in an air-conditioned theater and checking out the latest releases? After a relatively slow start to the year, June looks to turn things up a notch with some notable tentpoles. Tragically, however, you can't spend all of your non-working hours at the multiplex -- not even for the "Lord of the Rings" re-release.
That being the case, I've selected some top picks among the titles coming to Netflix in June, all of which can be enjoyed without leaving your living room (or whatever room(s...
- 5/25/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
Exclusive: WME has signed Judd Apatow, the prolific hyphenate responsible for a ton of comedy box office and the launch of many stars and filmmakers in that space.
As Deadline exclusively revealed, Apatow ended a 30-year relationship with UTA, and took meetings with the other majors before deciding his next chapter will be with WME. It’s a coup for the agency, which recently signed Kevin Hart and Ben Stiller.
Apatow remains managed by Mosaic’s Jimmy Miller and lawyered by Ziffrin Brittenham. Apatow’s successes in the comedy space range from Freaks and Geeks and the HBO series Girls to films like Talladega Nights, The 40-Year Old Virgin, Trainwreck, the Anchorman films, Bridesmaids, Step Brothers, Superbad, Knocked Up, Begin Again, Funny People, The Big Sick, The King of Staten Island, Bros, Pineapple Express and so many others. Among the star careers empowered by Apatow include Seth Rogen, Lena Dunham,...
As Deadline exclusively revealed, Apatow ended a 30-year relationship with UTA, and took meetings with the other majors before deciding his next chapter will be with WME. It’s a coup for the agency, which recently signed Kevin Hart and Ben Stiller.
Apatow remains managed by Mosaic’s Jimmy Miller and lawyered by Ziffrin Brittenham. Apatow’s successes in the comedy space range from Freaks and Geeks and the HBO series Girls to films like Talladega Nights, The 40-Year Old Virgin, Trainwreck, the Anchorman films, Bridesmaids, Step Brothers, Superbad, Knocked Up, Begin Again, Funny People, The Big Sick, The King of Staten Island, Bros, Pineapple Express and so many others. Among the star careers empowered by Apatow include Seth Rogen, Lena Dunham,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
This summer, "Despicable Me 4" is coming to theaters, bringing back Steve Carell as Gru, the super-villain who has since become an agent of the Anti-Villain League. Over the years, Gru and his girls Margo (Miranda Cosgrove), Edith (Dana Gaier), and Agnes (Madison Polan) have been through plenty of wild adventures, and now that they're joined by Gru's wife Lucy (Kristen Wiig), they're welcoming a little bundle of joy into the family: Gru Jr., who is apparently intent on tormenting his dad.
However, the family will be forced on the run, as Gru is forced to deal with a new nemesis in the form of Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) and his femme fatale girlfriend Valentina (Sofia Vergara). Of course, the little yellow Minions will be joining them, ensuring there will be plenty of chaos (and bananas and farts) in theaters this summer.
Since the "Despicable Me" franchise is obviously very serious,...
However, the family will be forced on the run, as Gru is forced to deal with a new nemesis in the form of Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) and his femme fatale girlfriend Valentina (Sofia Vergara). Of course, the little yellow Minions will be joining them, ensuring there will be plenty of chaos (and bananas and farts) in theaters this summer.
Since the "Despicable Me" franchise is obviously very serious,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Network executives once came to the upfronts on a mission to get advertisers excited about a handful of new series coming in the fall. This year, TV’s big players took a T-shirt cannon approach.
Every one of the major presentations during the May 13-15 sprint in midtown Manhattan — NBCUniversal, Fox, Disney, Amazon, Warner Bros. Discovery and Netflix — emphasized the breadth of the company’s content offerings. Call it the everything-everywhere-all-at-once strategy for the streaming age.
As always, common themes emerged across the week. “Connections” was the buzziest of buzzwords used by executives pitching their hearts out from the stage. Without question, the song of Upfronts ’24, the one heard at most if not all events, was Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ’Em.”
After sorting through the firehose of shows and spin, here are a few trends that stood out this year.
1) Star-Power Surge
Last year, the writers strike kept boldface names from appearing at the upfronts.
Every one of the major presentations during the May 13-15 sprint in midtown Manhattan — NBCUniversal, Fox, Disney, Amazon, Warner Bros. Discovery and Netflix — emphasized the breadth of the company’s content offerings. Call it the everything-everywhere-all-at-once strategy for the streaming age.
As always, common themes emerged across the week. “Connections” was the buzziest of buzzwords used by executives pitching their hearts out from the stage. Without question, the song of Upfronts ’24, the one heard at most if not all events, was Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ’Em.”
After sorting through the firehose of shows and spin, here are a few trends that stood out this year.
1) Star-Power Surge
Last year, the writers strike kept boldface names from appearing at the upfronts.
- 5/22/2024
- by Cynthia Littleton, Joe Otterson and Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
As the Television Academy continues to review submissions, NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” will see at least 17 of its 20 guest hosts of Season 49 listed on the Emmy ballot in the guest acting race, the highest number of the past five seasons.
The most recent season of the iconic sketch comedy show, which heads into its 50th year, featured an impressive lineup of emcees. Those confirmed to be submitted include comedians Nate Bargatze, Shane Gillis and Ramy Youssef; former “SNL” cast members Pete Davidson, Kate McKinnon, Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph; and Hollywood A-listers Timothée Chalamet, Emma Stone, Adam Driver, Jacob Elordi, Ayo Edebiri, Sydney Sweeney, Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, Jake Gyllenhaal and Jason Momoa.
Musical stars Bad Bunny and Dua Lipa, along with actor Dakota Johnson, have not yet been confirmed to be submitted for consideration.
Multiple sources and representatives confirmed to Variety exclusively that all submissions were made by the network or talent representatives,...
The most recent season of the iconic sketch comedy show, which heads into its 50th year, featured an impressive lineup of emcees. Those confirmed to be submitted include comedians Nate Bargatze, Shane Gillis and Ramy Youssef; former “SNL” cast members Pete Davidson, Kate McKinnon, Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph; and Hollywood A-listers Timothée Chalamet, Emma Stone, Adam Driver, Jacob Elordi, Ayo Edebiri, Sydney Sweeney, Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, Jake Gyllenhaal and Jason Momoa.
Musical stars Bad Bunny and Dua Lipa, along with actor Dakota Johnson, have not yet been confirmed to be submitted for consideration.
Multiple sources and representatives confirmed to Variety exclusively that all submissions were made by the network or talent representatives,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
Dakota Johnson is figuring out what she wants from her dating life after admitting she’s interested in women in the first trailer for Am I Ok?
Max announced Monday that the dramedy feature from co-directors Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne is set to launch on the streaming service June 6 after premiering at the Sundance Film Festival in 2022. Sonoya Mizuno, Jermaine Fowler, Kiersey Clemons, Molly Gordon, June Diane Raphael and Notaro round out the cast.
Am I Ok? centers on lifelong friends Lucy (Johnson) and Jane (Mizuno) navigating the changes in their paths after Jane plans a move to London, leading Lucy to reveal a secret about herself.
While encouraging Johnson to come out of her shell, Mizuno says in the trailer, “You try 20 different flavors of ice cream before you settle on a single scoop.” This leads Johnson to respond, “Ice cream is different than vagina.”
Notaro and Allynne,...
Max announced Monday that the dramedy feature from co-directors Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne is set to launch on the streaming service June 6 after premiering at the Sundance Film Festival in 2022. Sonoya Mizuno, Jermaine Fowler, Kiersey Clemons, Molly Gordon, June Diane Raphael and Notaro round out the cast.
Am I Ok? centers on lifelong friends Lucy (Johnson) and Jane (Mizuno) navigating the changes in their paths after Jane plans a move to London, leading Lucy to reveal a secret about herself.
While encouraging Johnson to come out of her shell, Mizuno says in the trailer, “You try 20 different flavors of ice cream before you settle on a single scoop.” This leads Johnson to respond, “Ice cream is different than vagina.”
Notaro and Allynne,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
When Emma Stone, star of Disney’s Cruella and Searchlight’s Poor Things, introduced CEO Bob Iger at the company’s Upfronts presentation this week – the first time that the former TV chief had been on stage at the advertising rodeo in 30 years – it was clear that this is no longer just a TV event.
“To say a lot has changed since 1994 would be an incredible understatement and I’m not just talking about the color of my hair, or my fashion choices,” Iger said.
Stars such as Ryan Reynolds, Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, Reese Witherspoon, Will Ferrell and Jake Gyllenhaal were all highly visible presences across the week to promote their recent and upcoming feature films.
It marked a sea change for the Madison Avenue set, who were previously treated to a cavalcade of television stars promoting the small-screen, usually fresh from the broadcast pilot process. Unlike April’s CinemaCon,...
“To say a lot has changed since 1994 would be an incredible understatement and I’m not just talking about the color of my hair, or my fashion choices,” Iger said.
Stars such as Ryan Reynolds, Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, Reese Witherspoon, Will Ferrell and Jake Gyllenhaal were all highly visible presences across the week to promote their recent and upcoming feature films.
It marked a sea change for the Madison Avenue set, who were previously treated to a cavalcade of television stars promoting the small-screen, usually fresh from the broadcast pilot process. Unlike April’s CinemaCon,...
- 5/17/2024
- by Peter White and Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
The Golf TV series is headed to Netflix. The streamer has ordered the new comedy series, which will revolve around Will Ferrell playing a fictional gold legend. This will be the actor’s first traditional scripted comedy series.
The show is created by Ferrell, Ramy Youssef (Ramy), and Josh Rabinowitz and ten episodes have been ordered. Youssef will also play an on-screen role.
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The show is created by Ferrell, Ramy Youssef (Ramy), and Josh Rabinowitz and ten episodes have been ordered. Youssef will also play an on-screen role.
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- 5/17/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Welcome to the 259th episode of TV’s Top 5, The Hollywood Reporter’s TV podcast.
Every week, hosts Lesley Goldberg (West Coast TV editor) and Daniel Fienberg (chief TV critic) break down the latest TV news with context from the business and critical sides, welcome showrunners, executives and other guests, and provide a critical guide of what to watch (or skip, as the case may be).
Here’s how this week’s episode plays out:
1. Headlines
Will Ferrell, Anthony Mackie, Seth Meyers, The Other Black Girl and Not Dead Yet lead the week’s non-upfronts TV industry headlines.
2. Upfronts: Amazon, Netflix
The streamers officially made their first in-person pitches to Madison Avenue ad buyers and the strategy Amazon employed — a ton of news! — vs. Netflix’s approach (they’re the culture!) couldn’t be more different.
3. Upfronts: Legacy media companies (aka everyone else)
Warner Bros. Discovery had next to no...
Every week, hosts Lesley Goldberg (West Coast TV editor) and Daniel Fienberg (chief TV critic) break down the latest TV news with context from the business and critical sides, welcome showrunners, executives and other guests, and provide a critical guide of what to watch (or skip, as the case may be).
Here’s how this week’s episode plays out:
1. Headlines
Will Ferrell, Anthony Mackie, Seth Meyers, The Other Black Girl and Not Dead Yet lead the week’s non-upfronts TV industry headlines.
2. Upfronts: Amazon, Netflix
The streamers officially made their first in-person pitches to Madison Avenue ad buyers and the strategy Amazon employed — a ton of news! — vs. Netflix’s approach (they’re the culture!) couldn’t be more different.
3. Upfronts: Legacy media companies (aka everyone else)
Warner Bros. Discovery had next to no...
- 5/17/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It used to be all about the trailers and the broadcast fall schedules. Now those are largely a thing of the past as the media sector’s upfront presentations to Madison Avenue ad buyers continue to evolve.
Following a week of spin and hard sales, here are eight central takeaways after Netflix, Amazon, NBCUniversal, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, YouTube and Fox made their pitches.
1. The Streaming Giants Came to Play Reese Witherspoon attends as Amazon debuts Inaugural Upfront Presentation at Pier 36 on May 14, 2024 in New York City.
This year was the first time that Netflix and Amazon had physical events in New York during upfronts week (YouTube is now in year three), and they clearly tried to make an impression, gunning for a piece of the $20 billion or so in upfront commitments that used to go exclusively to traditional entertainment companies. Amazon’s event Tuesday featured “the highest concentration of...
Following a week of spin and hard sales, here are eight central takeaways after Netflix, Amazon, NBCUniversal, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, YouTube and Fox made their pitches.
1. The Streaming Giants Came to Play Reese Witherspoon attends as Amazon debuts Inaugural Upfront Presentation at Pier 36 on May 14, 2024 in New York City.
This year was the first time that Netflix and Amazon had physical events in New York during upfronts week (YouTube is now in year three), and they clearly tried to make an impression, gunning for a piece of the $20 billion or so in upfront commitments that used to go exclusively to traditional entertainment companies. Amazon’s event Tuesday featured “the highest concentration of...
- 5/16/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg, Alex Weprin and Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Barbie cast may have hung up their pink wardrobe pieces, but the Mattel doll is keeping her rose-powered world alive through fashion and beauty collections. For those who missed out on Aldo and Barbie’s previous sold-out collaboration, a new drop of Y2K-inspired pieces has arrived.
Related: The Best Barbie Beauty Collections, From Bright Pink Hair Tools to Under-$15 Makeup
Available online and in stores starting today, new limited-edition Aldo x Barbie DreamHouse collection ($35-$160) comprises ’90s- and Y2K-inspired footwear, bags and jewelry in powder pink, bold fuschia and iridescent rosé hues. Shoes include embellished sneakers, comfy sandals, kitten heel mules, translucent slingbacks, four-inch stilettos, stacked heart pumps and chunky platform sandals, all featuring Aldo’s Pillow Walk insoles made of dual-density cushioned foam or bouncy lightweight cushioning for comfort no matter the height.
For carryall collectors, there are microbags with allover Barbie logos, a very Balenciaga...
Related: The Best Barbie Beauty Collections, From Bright Pink Hair Tools to Under-$15 Makeup
Available online and in stores starting today, new limited-edition Aldo x Barbie DreamHouse collection ($35-$160) comprises ’90s- and Y2K-inspired footwear, bags and jewelry in powder pink, bold fuschia and iridescent rosé hues. Shoes include embellished sneakers, comfy sandals, kitten heel mules, translucent slingbacks, four-inch stilettos, stacked heart pumps and chunky platform sandals, all featuring Aldo’s Pillow Walk insoles made of dual-density cushioned foam or bouncy lightweight cushioning for comfort no matter the height.
For carryall collectors, there are microbags with allover Barbie logos, a very Balenciaga...
- 5/16/2024
- by Danielle Directo-Meston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: 20th Century Studios has acquired an original feature pitch from Sarah Haskins and Emily Halpern (Booksmart), enlisting Gloria Sanchez to produce.
While plot specifics under wraps, the project is described as a mother-daughter comedy with two strong female roles.
On the film side, Haskins and Halpern most recently penned 80 for Brady, the comedy starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Rita Moreno and Sally Field, which Paramount released last year. They’re perhaps best known for scripting Booksmart, the BAFTA and WGA Award-nominated 2019 comedy directed by Olivia Wilde.
Creators of the CBS show Carol’s Second Act, starring Patricia Heaton, as well as the ABC sitcom Trophy Wife, the pair are currently under an overall deal in television at CBS Studios. Nominated for an Emmy for their work on staff of ABC’s Black-ish, they’ve also written on series like Good Girls (NBC), The Mayor (ABC) and Imaginary Mary (ABC), to name a few.
While plot specifics under wraps, the project is described as a mother-daughter comedy with two strong female roles.
On the film side, Haskins and Halpern most recently penned 80 for Brady, the comedy starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Rita Moreno and Sally Field, which Paramount released last year. They’re perhaps best known for scripting Booksmart, the BAFTA and WGA Award-nominated 2019 comedy directed by Olivia Wilde.
Creators of the CBS show Carol’s Second Act, starring Patricia Heaton, as well as the ABC sitcom Trophy Wife, the pair are currently under an overall deal in television at CBS Studios. Nominated for an Emmy for their work on staff of ABC’s Black-ish, they’ve also written on series like Good Girls (NBC), The Mayor (ABC) and Imaginary Mary (ABC), to name a few.
- 5/16/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Writer-director-producer Judd Apatow has left UTA, ending one of the most tenured relationships with a major filmmaker and a major agency.
Apatow spent 30 years at the agency, 20 of them with David Kramer, and he remains managed by Mosaic’s Jimmy Miller and lawyered by Ziffrin Brittenham. These long relationships often come to a close, usually when the client wants to shake things up at a moment when it is hard, particularly in the comedy space. It was amicable, and I hear he’ll be meeting with CAA and WME.
But this is a moment to tip the hat at how the agency helped Apatow build his brand, and how Apatow’s prolific successes were a major part of building UTA. There aren’t many tenured relationships that led to as much success as Apatow has had and how many careers he has launched in that time. That goes from...
Apatow spent 30 years at the agency, 20 of them with David Kramer, and he remains managed by Mosaic’s Jimmy Miller and lawyered by Ziffrin Brittenham. These long relationships often come to a close, usually when the client wants to shake things up at a moment when it is hard, particularly in the comedy space. It was amicable, and I hear he’ll be meeting with CAA and WME.
But this is a moment to tip the hat at how the agency helped Apatow build his brand, and how Apatow’s prolific successes were a major part of building UTA. There aren’t many tenured relationships that led to as much success as Apatow has had and how many careers he has launched in that time. That goes from...
- 5/16/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
“So much torque!”
If you’ve been waiting to watch Will Ferrell wrestle an alligator in a hotel room, your waiting is over. The official teaser from the comedy master has arrived, and he briefly unveils his gator containment skills in the new comedy, You’re Cordially Invited.
The plot: A woman (Reese Witherspoon) planning her sister’s perfect wedding and the father (Ferrell) of a young bride-to-be find out that they are double booked for their destination wedding at a remote resort on an island off the Carolina coast.
When both parties decide to share the small venue, chaos ensues. Watch for yourself in the trailer.Written and directed by Nicholas Stoller for Amazon MGM Studios, the full release on Prime comes in January 2025.
If you’ve been waiting to watch Will Ferrell wrestle an alligator in a hotel room, your waiting is over. The official teaser from the comedy master has arrived, and he briefly unveils his gator containment skills in the new comedy, You’re Cordially Invited.
The plot: A woman (Reese Witherspoon) planning her sister’s perfect wedding and the father (Ferrell) of a young bride-to-be find out that they are double booked for their destination wedding at a remote resort on an island off the Carolina coast.
When both parties decide to share the small venue, chaos ensues. Watch for yourself in the trailer.Written and directed by Nicholas Stoller for Amazon MGM Studios, the full release on Prime comes in January 2025.
- 5/16/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
At the second Netflix Upfront presentation, Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria discussed a variety of shows, movies, and live events coming to the streaming service.
Netflix announced new series, including witty comedies like Golf, starring Will Ferrell and executive produced by Ramy Youseff and Rian Johnson, Running Point, starring Kate Hudson and executive produced by Mindy Kaling, and Nobody Wants This, starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody.
Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx in Back in Action
The scripted comedy Golf has received a 10-episode order. In his first TV comedy series, Ferrell stars as a fictional golf legend, and Youssef will also play a role. The series was created by Will Ferrell, Ramy Youssef, and Josh Rabinowitz. Youssef and Rabinowitz are showrunners and executive producers.
Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, and Alix Taylor are executive producers for Gloria Sanchez Productions. Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, and Nena Rodrigue are executive producers for T-Street.
Netflix announced new series, including witty comedies like Golf, starring Will Ferrell and executive produced by Ramy Youseff and Rian Johnson, Running Point, starring Kate Hudson and executive produced by Mindy Kaling, and Nobody Wants This, starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody.
Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx in Back in Action
The scripted comedy Golf has received a 10-episode order. In his first TV comedy series, Ferrell stars as a fictional golf legend, and Youssef will also play a role. The series was created by Will Ferrell, Ramy Youssef, and Josh Rabinowitz. Youssef and Rabinowitz are showrunners and executive producers.
Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, and Alix Taylor are executive producers for Gloria Sanchez Productions. Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, and Nena Rodrigue are executive producers for T-Street.
- 5/15/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
There is lots of news dribbling out of Netflix today.
While we don’t have many details, we might as well get the discussion started.
Here’s what we’ve got.
Adam Sandler Revives Happy Gilmore
For fans of Adam Sandler, the movie Happy Gilmore might be one of his greatest achievements.
Golfers rarely get the movie star treatment despite the amount of money that goes to the winners, but this 1996 movie uses adversity to push him toward the big prize.
Today, Netflix announced that they’d be reviving Mr. Gilmore, but little else is known.
Should some of Happy’s old rivals return?
Christopher McDonald played Happy’s rival Shooter McGavin, and he mentioned the project in March.
Whether that means he’ll be along for the ride remains to be seen.
Golf Starring Will Ferrell Greenlit
Timing is everything!
Is this a hint that Netflix is hoping to...
While we don’t have many details, we might as well get the discussion started.
Here’s what we’ve got.
Adam Sandler Revives Happy Gilmore
For fans of Adam Sandler, the movie Happy Gilmore might be one of his greatest achievements.
Golfers rarely get the movie star treatment despite the amount of money that goes to the winners, but this 1996 movie uses adversity to push him toward the big prize.
Today, Netflix announced that they’d be reviving Mr. Gilmore, but little else is known.
Should some of Happy’s old rivals return?
Christopher McDonald played Happy’s rival Shooter McGavin, and he mentioned the project in March.
Whether that means he’ll be along for the ride remains to be seen.
Golf Starring Will Ferrell Greenlit
Timing is everything!
Is this a hint that Netflix is hoping to...
- 5/15/2024
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Will Ferrell is coming to Netflix. Ferrell and Ramy Youssef are co-creating Golf, a comedy series which Ferrell will lead. Josh Rabinowitz also serves a co-creator. The series will be the comedy actor’s first TV comedy series. The 10-episode series will follow Ferrell as a fictional golf legend. Youssef will also play a role. Ferrell is best known for his iconic characters in films such as Anchorman: The Legend of Run Burgundy, Elf, Step Brothers, and Stranger Than Fiction. Along with producing partner Jessica Elbaum, Ferrell is a co-founder of Gloria Sanchez Productions, with is credited with critically acclaimed films Hustlers, Booksmart, Barb & Star Go To Vista Del Mar, Theater Camp, and Quiz Lady. Coming soon, Ferrell will star in Amazon Studio’s comedy You’re Cordially Invited alongside Reese Witherspoon. He is repped by UTA, Mosaic, The Lede Company and Jackoway Austen Tyerman. Youssef is best known for...
- 5/15/2024
- TV Insider
Tim McGraw and Kevin Williamson are the latest creatives to join Netflix.
The streaming giant, during its time wooing Madison Avenue ad buyers as part of the annual upfronts week in New York, announced series pickups for a pair of scripted dramas.
Ordered to series are an untitled bull riding drama starring and exec produced by McGraw; and The Waterfront, a thriller that brings creator Williamson back to North Carolina, where he filmed his breakout hit Dawson’s Creek.
The McGraw vehicle that hails from Skydance Television is set in the competitive world of bull riding and revolves around a “megastar champion (played by McGraw) who faces a life-or-death crossroads when confronted by the arrival of a fearless young rider whose very existence challenges his ways and unearths secrets that force him to reckon with his past.”
Brandon Camp (2018’s Benji) created the series and serves as writer, exec producer and...
The streaming giant, during its time wooing Madison Avenue ad buyers as part of the annual upfronts week in New York, announced series pickups for a pair of scripted dramas.
Ordered to series are an untitled bull riding drama starring and exec produced by McGraw; and The Waterfront, a thriller that brings creator Williamson back to North Carolina, where he filmed his breakout hit Dawson’s Creek.
The McGraw vehicle that hails from Skydance Television is set in the competitive world of bull riding and revolves around a “megastar champion (played by McGraw) who faces a life-or-death crossroads when confronted by the arrival of a fearless young rider whose very existence challenges his ways and unearths secrets that force him to reckon with his past.”
Brandon Camp (2018’s Benji) created the series and serves as writer, exec producer and...
- 5/15/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
On the heels of announcing a Will Ferrell comedy series about the action-packed sport, Netflix is teeing up even more golf course hijinks, as the confirmed home of Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore 2 movie sequel.
The streamer announced the movie pickup as part of its Upfront presentation to advertisers on Wednesday, affirming that “Adam Sandler will reprise his iconic role in a brand-new movie, Happy Gilmore 2.”
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The streamer announced the movie pickup as part of its Upfront presentation to advertisers on Wednesday, affirming that “Adam Sandler will reprise his iconic role in a brand-new movie, Happy Gilmore 2.”
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- 5/15/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
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