“I couldn’t possibly comment,” laughs Dame Pippa Harris when Deadline asks the British producer if she recognizes any colleagues among the hideous and hilarious characters in her latest series, The Franchise. Armando Iannucci’s HBO satire, going behind the scenes of a stodgy superhero franchise known as Tecto, has something for everyone who feels even slightly disenfranchised working inside the film and TV content machine.
There’s Richard E Grant’s Peter, an anti-woke thesp who is equal parts pompous and tempestuous as he embodies Tecto’s nemesis. Or what about Eric? Daniel Brühl’s deep-thinking director, who says things like, “The day hath come when the suits flutter down from the trees,” when executives visit set. Talking of whom, Pat Shannon (Darren Goldstein) is a sharply observed monster of a studio boss, who has no shame in intimidating toiling underlings at the alter of a washroom urinal.
‘The Franchise...
There’s Richard E Grant’s Peter, an anti-woke thesp who is equal parts pompous and tempestuous as he embodies Tecto’s nemesis. Or what about Eric? Daniel Brühl’s deep-thinking director, who says things like, “The day hath come when the suits flutter down from the trees,” when executives visit set. Talking of whom, Pat Shannon (Darren Goldstein) is a sharply observed monster of a studio boss, who has no shame in intimidating toiling underlings at the alter of a washroom urinal.
‘The Franchise...
- 10/18/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
The full trailer for Starz’s Outlander season seven part two promises the long-awaited new episodes are going to put fans through the emotional wringer. Jamie, Claire, and Ian return to Scotland, but as anyone who’s read Diana Gabaldon’s seventh book of the series knows, there’s plenty of turmoil ahead for the Fraser family.
“Coming off the first half of Outlander season seven, we find Claire, Jamie, and Young Ian leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland. The perils of the Revolutionary War force them to choose between standing by those they love and fighting for the land they have made their new home,” reads Starz’s synopsis. “Meanwhile, Roger and Brianna face new enemies across time and must battle the forces that threaten to pull their family apart. As loyalties change and painful secrets come to light, Jamie and Claire’s marriage is tested like never before.
“Coming off the first half of Outlander season seven, we find Claire, Jamie, and Young Ian leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland. The perils of the Revolutionary War force them to choose between standing by those they love and fighting for the land they have made their new home,” reads Starz’s synopsis. “Meanwhile, Roger and Brianna face new enemies across time and must battle the forces that threaten to pull their family apart. As loyalties change and painful secrets come to light, Jamie and Claire’s marriage is tested like never before.
- 10/18/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Starz has released the official trailer and key art for the highly anticipated Outlander Season 7 Part 2. Returning to captivate fans once again on Friday, November 22, the heart-pounding trailer depicts some of the twists and turmoil that awaits the beloved Fraser Family.
The ongoing American Revolution is just part of battles to be faced that will leave fans on the edge of their seats. The key art furthers this theme, declaring “Find Your Way Back to Me” and depicting the stormy seas that await Jamie and Claire, a tease that has fans of Diana Gabaldon’s book series speculating about a well-known storyline from the seventh book.
Outlander Season 7 Part 2 debuts on Friday, November 22 at midnight Et on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms. On linear, it will debut on Starz on Friday, November 22 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt in the U.S.
New episodes will be...
The ongoing American Revolution is just part of battles to be faced that will leave fans on the edge of their seats. The key art furthers this theme, declaring “Find Your Way Back to Me” and depicting the stormy seas that await Jamie and Claire, a tease that has fans of Diana Gabaldon’s book series speculating about a well-known storyline from the seventh book.
Outlander Season 7 Part 2 debuts on Friday, November 22 at midnight Et on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms. On linear, it will debut on Starz on Friday, November 22 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt in the U.S.
New episodes will be...
- 10/17/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
“Outlander” fans are going to have to wait a bit longer for their happily ever after because that’s not what the second half of Season 7 is promising. Tied to New York Comic Con, Starz dropped a new trailer for this upcoming batch of episodes. Prepare for some serious heartache.
The trailer for the second half of Season 7 starts happily enough. As Jamie (Sam Heughan) and Claire (Caitríona Balfe) stand together, Jamie says, “We got our own wish. We’re going home to Scotland.”
That peace is short lived when Claire is called away. While she’s separated from her love, she receives some dark news. “A storm’s coming. And not one of this Earth but one of my own making,” someone ominously says. The trailer then shows a panicked looking Jamie before cutting to an English officer holding a gun. As Claire hears the news, she tears up.
The trailer for the second half of Season 7 starts happily enough. As Jamie (Sam Heughan) and Claire (Caitríona Balfe) stand together, Jamie says, “We got our own wish. We’re going home to Scotland.”
That peace is short lived when Claire is called away. While she’s separated from her love, she receives some dark news. “A storm’s coming. And not one of this Earth but one of my own making,” someone ominously says. The trailer then shows a panicked looking Jamie before cutting to an English officer holding a gun. As Claire hears the news, she tears up.
- 10/17/2024
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap
Starz has released the trailer for the second half of Season 7 of the long-running time travel drama “Outlander,” which bows Nov. 22 at 8 p.m.
As seen in the trailer, this season brings the key characters home to Scotland where they face the challenges of dealing with war.
“Outlander” stars Caitríona Balfe as Claire Fraser, Sam Heughan as Jamie Fraser, Sophie Skelton as Brianna MacKenzie, Richard Rankin as Roger MacKenzie, John Bell as Young Ian” and David Berry as Lord John Grey. This season introduces new members to the cast including Charles Vandervaart as William Ransom, Izzy Meikle-Small as Rachel Hunter and Joey Phillips as Denzell Hunter.
The series is inspired by Diana Gabaldon’s international best-selling novel series. The nine books in her “Outlander” series have sold more than 50 million copies around the world.
The series is executive produced by Matthew B. Roberts, Ronald D. Moore, Maril Davis, Toni Graphia,...
As seen in the trailer, this season brings the key characters home to Scotland where they face the challenges of dealing with war.
“Outlander” stars Caitríona Balfe as Claire Fraser, Sam Heughan as Jamie Fraser, Sophie Skelton as Brianna MacKenzie, Richard Rankin as Roger MacKenzie, John Bell as Young Ian” and David Berry as Lord John Grey. This season introduces new members to the cast including Charles Vandervaart as William Ransom, Izzy Meikle-Small as Rachel Hunter and Joey Phillips as Denzell Hunter.
The series is inspired by Diana Gabaldon’s international best-selling novel series. The nine books in her “Outlander” series have sold more than 50 million copies around the world.
The series is executive produced by Matthew B. Roberts, Ronald D. Moore, Maril Davis, Toni Graphia,...
- 10/17/2024
- by Emiliana Betancourt
- Variety Film + TV
‘Outlander’ Trailer For Second Half Of Season 7 Teases Rough Waters Ahead For Claire & Jamie — Again
Starz revealed the official trailer for Outlander Season 7, Part 2 at New York Comic Con.
The time-traveling drama series returns on Friday, November 22, at midnight Et, via the Starz app. Additional episodes will drop in the same slot weekly. Via linear, it will air on the same day at 8 p.m. Et/Pt.
While the trailer starts off nice enough, it gets darker the further it goes setting up challenges for Claire (Caitríona Balfe) and Jamie leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland. The perils of the Revolutionary War forced them to choose between standing by those they love and...
The time-traveling drama series returns on Friday, November 22, at midnight Et, via the Starz app. Additional episodes will drop in the same slot weekly. Via linear, it will air on the same day at 8 p.m. Et/Pt.
While the trailer starts off nice enough, it gets darker the further it goes setting up challenges for Claire (Caitríona Balfe) and Jamie leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland. The perils of the Revolutionary War forced them to choose between standing by those they love and...
- 10/17/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Starz has released several first look images from the highly anticipated second half of “Outlander” season seven, showing a return to Scotland for the first time since the series’ third season. Starz also released a first look at the prequel series, “Outlander: Blood of My Blood,” revealing an early sneak peek of Claire’s parents, Henry and Julia in WWI-era England and Jamie’s parents, Brian and Ellen in the early 18th century Scottish Highlands. The 10-episode first season of “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” is currently in production in Scotland and will air in 2025.
“Outlander” season seven part two will premiere on Friday, November 22 with new episodes available weekly on Fridays at midnight Et on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms. On linear, new episodes will debut at 8:00 Pm Et/Pt on Starz in the U.S. In addition to the eight remaining episodes in season seven,...
“Outlander” season seven part two will premiere on Friday, November 22 with new episodes available weekly on Fridays at midnight Et on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms. On linear, new episodes will debut at 8:00 Pm Et/Pt on Starz in the U.S. In addition to the eight remaining episodes in season seven,...
- 10/14/2024
- by Kristyn Clarke
- Age of the Nerd
The heads of Sky Studios, Amazon Prime Video UK, and Left Bank Pictures have joined the UK’s National Film and Television School’s (Nfts) governing board.
Sky Studios chief exec and chief content officer Cécile Frot-Coutaz, Prime Video UK managing director Chris Bird and Left Bank co-founder and boss Andy Harries are among five recruits to the Nfts board, alongside Bafta-winning filmmaker and Nfts alum Paloma Baeza and higher education consultant Paul Clark.
The Nfts said the group’s specific expertise in global content production, animation, directing and higher education will play a key role in steering the school through its next growth phase.
Sky Studios chief exec and chief content officer Cécile Frot-Coutaz, Prime Video UK managing director Chris Bird and Left Bank co-founder and boss Andy Harries are among five recruits to the Nfts board, alongside Bafta-winning filmmaker and Nfts alum Paloma Baeza and higher education consultant Paul Clark.
The Nfts said the group’s specific expertise in global content production, animation, directing and higher education will play a key role in steering the school through its next growth phase.
- 9/3/2024
- ScreenDaily
When James Cameron Was Allegedly Punched By Ed Harris. (Photo Credit – Instagram/Wikipedia)
James Cameron, who has a long, sordid reputation for being quite difficult to work with, was once allegedly punched by one of his film’s leading man. According to The Things, rumors have persisted for years that The Abyss actor Ed Harris punched Cameron in the face. There is no record of Harris or Cameron ever verifying the claim. However, decades later, Ed Harris said that he hated filming The Abyss, noting the cast was mistreated during the film’s production.
Following the wild success of James Cameron’s 1986 film Aliens, he directed the underwater science fiction film The Abyss, which was reportedly shot in an abandoned power plant called the Cherokee Nuclear Power Plant. According to Starlog Magazine, Cameron built two largest freshwater tanks for the film, which were six stories deep and 210 feet wide.
The Abyss...
James Cameron, who has a long, sordid reputation for being quite difficult to work with, was once allegedly punched by one of his film’s leading man. According to The Things, rumors have persisted for years that The Abyss actor Ed Harris punched Cameron in the face. There is no record of Harris or Cameron ever verifying the claim. However, decades later, Ed Harris said that he hated filming The Abyss, noting the cast was mistreated during the film’s production.
Following the wild success of James Cameron’s 1986 film Aliens, he directed the underwater science fiction film The Abyss, which was reportedly shot in an abandoned power plant called the Cherokee Nuclear Power Plant. According to Starlog Magazine, Cameron built two largest freshwater tanks for the film, which were six stories deep and 210 feet wide.
The Abyss...
- 8/23/2024
- by Anushree Madappa
- KoiMoi
The first contestant of Dancing With The Stars Season 33 has been revealed ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
On August 22, ABC shared that Olympic bronze medalist Stephen Nedoroscik will be the first celebrity contestant to participate in the mirrorball trophy on Good Morning America.
After introducing Nedoroscik as a two-time Olympic bronze medalist and the first male gymnast to compete on Dancing With The Stars, the camera cut to the 25-year-old performing a bit of his pommel horse routine on the studio floor. When asked by host Robin Roberts if he plans to bring any of his pommel horse moves on the show, Nedoroscik said, “I’m hoping to bring some of them. I want to bring some flares, I want to bring some of that gymnastics. Maybe a backflip or handstand. I want to have fun with it.”
He continued, “I’m very excited,” before admitting that he said “yes” to this opportunity straight away.
On August 22, ABC shared that Olympic bronze medalist Stephen Nedoroscik will be the first celebrity contestant to participate in the mirrorball trophy on Good Morning America.
After introducing Nedoroscik as a two-time Olympic bronze medalist and the first male gymnast to compete on Dancing With The Stars, the camera cut to the 25-year-old performing a bit of his pommel horse routine on the studio floor. When asked by host Robin Roberts if he plans to bring any of his pommel horse moves on the show, Nedoroscik said, “I’m hoping to bring some of them. I want to bring some flares, I want to bring some of that gymnastics. Maybe a backflip or handstand. I want to have fun with it.”
He continued, “I’m very excited,” before admitting that he said “yes” to this opportunity straight away.
- 8/23/2024
- by Samridhi Goel
- KoiMoi
The Crown, which wrapped up its six-season run on Netflix at the end of last year, has been subject of a slew of royal rumors regarding spinoffs.
Andy Harries, exec producer of the series and founder of Left Bank Pictures, the Sony-backed company that produced the show, has weighed in on the possibility of more stories to emerge out of its royal triumph.
Harries said that his company was “lucky” with The Crown because it did a deal “at the beginning of Netflix’s life” and was able to retain the rights to the show.
“I can assure you [that deal] feels very, very good and it gives us the opportunity to think about what we can do further with The Crown at some point. It’s obviously an endless subject. We could go back or we could go on. We did six seasons, a very defined period of six decades,...
Andy Harries, exec producer of the series and founder of Left Bank Pictures, the Sony-backed company that produced the show, has weighed in on the possibility of more stories to emerge out of its royal triumph.
Harries said that his company was “lucky” with The Crown because it did a deal “at the beginning of Netflix’s life” and was able to retain the rights to the show.
“I can assure you [that deal] feels very, very good and it gives us the opportunity to think about what we can do further with The Crown at some point. It’s obviously an endless subject. We could go back or we could go on. We did six seasons, a very defined period of six decades,...
- 8/21/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
No British monarch has ruled longer than Queen Elizabeth II. Since its premiere in 2016, The Crown has chronicled her life and the lives of those around her — and the political and personal events that shaped her reign. Peter Morgan’s groundbreaking series came to an end in 2023, but the show continues to be as historic as its subject’s legacy, landing 18 Emmy nominations for the sixth and final season. Find out how many of those awards the series takes home when the 76th Emmy Awards play out on Sunday, Sept. 15.
The historical drama is the first global Netflix original show to be produced and filmed in the UK, streaming a total of 60 episodes across six seasons — each taking around eight months to film. When creator Morgan and executive producers Andy Harries and Stephen Daldry first visited the Netflix team in Los Angeles in 2014, they...
The historical drama is the first global Netflix original show to be produced and filmed in the UK, streaming a total of 60 episodes across six seasons — each taking around eight months to film. When creator Morgan and executive producers Andy Harries and Stephen Daldry first visited the Netflix team in Los Angeles in 2014, they...
- 8/5/2024
- by Phillipe Thao
- Tudum - Netflix
Rumpus Signs Entertainment Boss
The producer of RuPaul-hosted CBS gameshow Lingo is heading to Late Night Lycett indie Rumpus, as the Stv Studios-backed outfit moves to its next phase. Adeel Amini is taking on the newly-created role of Head of Entertainment, several months after Rumpus founders Iain Wimbush and Emily Hudd exited, while Abby Kumar joins as Development Producer from Studio Ramsay. Amini will lead the development and production of Rumpus’ entertainment slate, working closely with acting MD Josephine Brassey. He joins from Objective Media Group, where he helped make versions of Lingo for ITV and CBS. He is also the founder of The TV Mindset, an industry collective dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing. “I could not be more thrilled to join Rumpus as Head of Entertainment, which comes as the next exciting phase of my 16-year career in the genre,” he said. Brassey said Rumpus has...
The producer of RuPaul-hosted CBS gameshow Lingo is heading to Late Night Lycett indie Rumpus, as the Stv Studios-backed outfit moves to its next phase. Adeel Amini is taking on the newly-created role of Head of Entertainment, several months after Rumpus founders Iain Wimbush and Emily Hudd exited, while Abby Kumar joins as Development Producer from Studio Ramsay. Amini will lead the development and production of Rumpus’ entertainment slate, working closely with acting MD Josephine Brassey. He joins from Objective Media Group, where he helped make versions of Lingo for ITV and CBS. He is also the founder of The TV Mindset, an industry collective dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing. “I could not be more thrilled to join Rumpus as Head of Entertainment, which comes as the next exciting phase of my 16-year career in the genre,” he said. Brassey said Rumpus has...
- 7/25/2024
- by Max Goldbart, Jesse Whittock and Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
Starz has released several first-look photos from the highly anticipated second half of Outlander season seven, showing a return to Scotland for the first time since the series’ third season.
Starz also released a first look at the prequel series Outlander: Blood of My Blood, revealing an early sneak peek of Claire’s parents, Henry and Julia, in WWI-era England and Jamie’s parents, Brian and Ellen, in the early 18th-century Scottish Highlands. The 10-episode first season of Outlander: Blood of My Blood is currently in production in Scotland and will air in 2025.
Outlander Season 7 Part 2
Outlander season seven part two will premiere on Friday, November 22, with new episodes available weekly on Fridays at midnight Et on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms. On linear, new episodes will debut at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt on Starz in the U.S. In addition to the eight remaining episodes in season seven,...
Starz also released a first look at the prequel series Outlander: Blood of My Blood, revealing an early sneak peek of Claire’s parents, Henry and Julia, in WWI-era England and Jamie’s parents, Brian and Ellen, in the early 18th-century Scottish Highlands. The 10-episode first season of Outlander: Blood of My Blood is currently in production in Scotland and will air in 2025.
Outlander Season 7 Part 2
Outlander season seven part two will premiere on Friday, November 22, with new episodes available weekly on Fridays at midnight Et on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms. On linear, new episodes will debut at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt on Starz in the U.S. In addition to the eight remaining episodes in season seven,...
- 7/11/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Droughtlander is nearing its end at last!
Outlander‘s Season 7 Part 2 is set to premiere on Starz on November 22 with new episodes available weekly on Fridays at midnight Et via the official network app and on-demand. Via linear, new episodes will be released at 8 p.m. Et/Pt in the U.S.
In anticipation of the new episodes, six new photos revealing Claire (Caitríona Balfe), Jamie (Sam Heughan) and the gang return to Scotland for the first time since Season 3. The images can be found below.
Picking up after the first half of Outlander Season 7, viewers find Claire, Jamie and Young Ian (John Bell) leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland. The perils of the Revolutionary War force them to choose between standing by those they love and fighting for the land they have made their new home. Meanwhile, Roger (Richard Rankin) and Brianna (Sophie Skelton) face...
Outlander‘s Season 7 Part 2 is set to premiere on Starz on November 22 with new episodes available weekly on Fridays at midnight Et via the official network app and on-demand. Via linear, new episodes will be released at 8 p.m. Et/Pt in the U.S.
In anticipation of the new episodes, six new photos revealing Claire (Caitríona Balfe), Jamie (Sam Heughan) and the gang return to Scotland for the first time since Season 3. The images can be found below.
Picking up after the first half of Outlander Season 7, viewers find Claire, Jamie and Young Ian (John Bell) leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland. The perils of the Revolutionary War force them to choose between standing by those they love and fighting for the land they have made their new home. Meanwhile, Roger (Richard Rankin) and Brianna (Sophie Skelton) face...
- 7/11/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Für die Filmstadt London erwartet Film London mit den von der Förderung unterstützten Projekten aus dem Film-, Fernseh- und Animationsbereich in den nächsten fünf Jahren Investitionen in Höhe von 9,5 Milliarden Pfund. Dies wiederum würde im selben Zeitraum eine zusätzliche Bruttowertschöpfung von über eine Milliarde Pfund bedeuten.
London zieht viele internationale Projekte an (Credit: Imago / Westend61)
Anlässlich der Feierlichkeiten zum 20-jährigen Bestehen von Film London wurden die künftigen Auswirkungen der Aktivitäten für die Jahre 2023/24 bis 2028/29 modelliert. Der vorhergesehen maximale Gesamtwert der Investitionen in der englischen Hauptstadt während dieses Fünfjahreszeitraums beläuft sich auf über 9,5 Milliarden Pfund, mit einer zusätzlichen Bruttowertschöpfung für die Hauptstadt von über einer Milliarde Pfund. Diese Berechnung baut auf den Zahlen für die vorangegangenen fünf Jahre auf, aus denen hervorging, dass infolge der Aktivitäten von Film London über 4 Milliarden Pfund in London investiert wurden, während die Organisation bahnbrechende neue Initiativen in die Wege leitete. Die Hochrechnungen sind eine Bestätigung für die ansässige Filmindustrie,...
London zieht viele internationale Projekte an (Credit: Imago / Westend61)
Anlässlich der Feierlichkeiten zum 20-jährigen Bestehen von Film London wurden die künftigen Auswirkungen der Aktivitäten für die Jahre 2023/24 bis 2028/29 modelliert. Der vorhergesehen maximale Gesamtwert der Investitionen in der englischen Hauptstadt während dieses Fünfjahreszeitraums beläuft sich auf über 9,5 Milliarden Pfund, mit einer zusätzlichen Bruttowertschöpfung für die Hauptstadt von über einer Milliarde Pfund. Diese Berechnung baut auf den Zahlen für die vorangegangenen fünf Jahre auf, aus denen hervorging, dass infolge der Aktivitäten von Film London über 4 Milliarden Pfund in London investiert wurden, während die Organisation bahnbrechende neue Initiativen in die Wege leitete. Die Hochrechnungen sind eine Bestätigung für die ansässige Filmindustrie,...
- 6/19/2024
- by Barbara Schuster
- Spot - Media & Film
Over the next five years, £9.5bn of investment in London is expected to be generated as a result of Film London’s support for film, TV and animation production, according to figures released by the organisation this morning.
This investment would add an additional £1bn Gva (gross value added) for London over the same five-year period, leading to 2028-2029.
The release of the figures coincided with Film London’s 20th anniversary, celebrated with an event at London’s The Standard Hotel.
The event was attended by UK industry representatives including Barbara Broccoli, Andy Harries, Daniel Battsek, producer Stephen Woolley, filmmaker...
This investment would add an additional £1bn Gva (gross value added) for London over the same five-year period, leading to 2028-2029.
The release of the figures coincided with Film London’s 20th anniversary, celebrated with an event at London’s The Standard Hotel.
The event was attended by UK industry representatives including Barbara Broccoli, Andy Harries, Daniel Battsek, producer Stephen Woolley, filmmaker...
- 6/19/2024
- ScreenDaily
£9.5bn of investment in London is expected to be generated over the next five years as a result of Film London’s support for film, TV and animation production, according to figures released by the organisation this morning.
This investment would add an additional £1bn Gva (gross value added) for London over the same five-year period, leading to 2028-2029.
The release of the figures coincided with Film London’s 20th anniversary, celebrated with an event at London’s The Standard Hotel.
The event was attended by London mayor Sadiq Khan and UK industry representatives including Barbara Broccoli, Andy Harries, Mike Leigh...
This investment would add an additional £1bn Gva (gross value added) for London over the same five-year period, leading to 2028-2029.
The release of the figures coincided with Film London’s 20th anniversary, celebrated with an event at London’s The Standard Hotel.
The event was attended by London mayor Sadiq Khan and UK industry representatives including Barbara Broccoli, Andy Harries, Mike Leigh...
- 6/19/2024
- ScreenDaily
Exclusive: The Crown producer Michael Casey has completed his royal tour of duty.
Casey has told colleagues that he is leaving Left Bank Pictures after a 16-year association with the Sony Pictures Television-owned production company.
Casey produced shows for Left Bank for years before becoming a member of staff in 2008. He was elevated to a board post in 2020 and played a pivotal role in delivering every season of The Crown to Netflix.
Casey’s other Left Bank credits include ITV drama Father and Son, starring Dougray Scott, BBC series Zen, and Strike Back, the Sky/HBO drama.
Casey said: “I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have been part of a best-in-class producing team on The Crown and to have spent so much time with such a wonderful cast and crew.
“It was very much in the context of the show coming to an end that it felt like the...
Casey has told colleagues that he is leaving Left Bank Pictures after a 16-year association with the Sony Pictures Television-owned production company.
Casey produced shows for Left Bank for years before becoming a member of staff in 2008. He was elevated to a board post in 2020 and played a pivotal role in delivering every season of The Crown to Netflix.
Casey’s other Left Bank credits include ITV drama Father and Son, starring Dougray Scott, BBC series Zen, and Strike Back, the Sky/HBO drama.
Casey said: “I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have been part of a best-in-class producing team on The Crown and to have spent so much time with such a wonderful cast and crew.
“It was very much in the context of the show coming to an end that it felt like the...
- 6/6/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s seemed like an interminably long wait, but everything we know about Outlander Season 7 Part 2 has just increased.
As part of the World Outlander Day celebration, Starz announced today that the highly anticipated second half of the seventh will premiere on Friday, November 22.
Coming off of the first half of Outlander Season 7, viewers find Claire (Caitríona Balfe), Jamie (Sam Heughan) and Young Ian (John Bell) leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland.
The perils of the Revolutionary War force them to choose between standing by those they love and fighting for the land they have made their new home.
Meanwhile, Roger (Richard Rankin) and Brianna (Sophie Skelton) face new enemies across time, and must battle the forces that threaten to pull their family apart.
As loyalties change and painful secrets come to light, Jamie and Claire’s marriage is tested like never before.
With their love...
As part of the World Outlander Day celebration, Starz announced today that the highly anticipated second half of the seventh will premiere on Friday, November 22.
Coming off of the first half of Outlander Season 7, viewers find Claire (Caitríona Balfe), Jamie (Sam Heughan) and Young Ian (John Bell) leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland.
The perils of the Revolutionary War force them to choose between standing by those they love and fighting for the land they have made their new home.
Meanwhile, Roger (Richard Rankin) and Brianna (Sophie Skelton) face new enemies across time, and must battle the forces that threaten to pull their family apart.
As loyalties change and painful secrets come to light, Jamie and Claire’s marriage is tested like never before.
With their love...
- 6/1/2024
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
As part of the “World Outlander Day” celebration, Starz has set the premiere for the second half of Outlander Season 7 for Friday, November 22. New episodes will drop weekly on Fridays at midnight Et on the Starz app, Starz streaming and on-demand. On linear, new episodes will debut at 8 Pm Et/Pt on Starz in the U.S.
Outlander is also currently in production on a 10-episode eighth and final season. Newly joined cast includes Kieran Bew, who will be playing “Captain Charles Cunningham,” a retired British soldier; Frances Tomelty, who will play his mother, “Elspeth Cunningham”; and Carla Woodcock, who joins in the role of “Amaranthus Grey,” a new member of the Grey family.
L to R: Kieran Bew, Frances Tomelty and Carla Woodcock
In Season 7 Part 2, Claire (Caitríona Balfe), Jamie...
Outlander is also currently in production on a 10-episode eighth and final season. Newly joined cast includes Kieran Bew, who will be playing “Captain Charles Cunningham,” a retired British soldier; Frances Tomelty, who will play his mother, “Elspeth Cunningham”; and Carla Woodcock, who joins in the role of “Amaranthus Grey,” a new member of the Grey family.
L to R: Kieran Bew, Frances Tomelty and Carla Woodcock
In Season 7 Part 2, Claire (Caitríona Balfe), Jamie...
- 6/1/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
The second half of “Outlander” Season 7 has set its premiere date at Starz.
The final eight episodes of the season will premiere on Nov. 22. New episodes will be available each week on Friday at midnight Et on the Starz app and on all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms ahead of their linear premiere at 8 p.m. Et. The announcement was made as part of “World Outlander Day.”
The official description of the remaining episodes states: “Coming off of the first half of ‘Outlander’ season seven, viewers find Claire (Caitríona Balfe), Jamie (Sam Heughan) and Young Ian (John Bell) leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland. The perils of the Revolutionary War force them to choose between standing by those they love and fighting for the land they have made their new home. Meanwhile, Roger (Richard Rankin) and Brianna (Sophie Skelton) face new enemies across time, and must...
The final eight episodes of the season will premiere on Nov. 22. New episodes will be available each week on Friday at midnight Et on the Starz app and on all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms ahead of their linear premiere at 8 p.m. Et. The announcement was made as part of “World Outlander Day.”
The official description of the remaining episodes states: “Coming off of the first half of ‘Outlander’ season seven, viewers find Claire (Caitríona Balfe), Jamie (Sam Heughan) and Young Ian (John Bell) leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland: Scotland. The perils of the Revolutionary War force them to choose between standing by those they love and fighting for the land they have made their new home. Meanwhile, Roger (Richard Rankin) and Brianna (Sophie Skelton) face new enemies across time, and must...
- 6/1/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Sean Bean is to star as a gang leader in Stephen Butchard’s epic Liverpool-set crime series This City is Ours [working title] from The Crown producer Left Bank.
The two-time BAFTA winning Game of Thrones alum will play Ronnie Phelan in the series, which will also feature James Nelson-Joyce as Ronnie’s friend, Michael Kavanagh, Hannah Onslow as Diana Williams, Michael’s partner, and Jack McMullen as Ronnie’s son, Jamie Phelan. Also joining the cast are Laura Aikman as Rachel Duffy, Kevin Harvey as Bobby Duffy, Saoirse-Monica Jackson as Cheryl Crawford, Mike Noble as Banksey, Bobby Schofield as Bonehead, Darci Shaw (Judy, A Thousand Blows) as Melissa Phelan, and Stephen Walters as Davy Crawford.
The two-time BAFTA winning Game of Thrones alum will play Ronnie Phelan in the series, which will also feature James Nelson-Joyce as Ronnie’s friend, Michael Kavanagh, Hannah Onslow as Diana Williams, Michael’s partner, and Jack McMullen as Ronnie’s son, Jamie Phelan. Also joining the cast are Laura Aikman as Rachel Duffy, Kevin Harvey as Bobby Duffy, Saoirse-Monica Jackson as Cheryl Crawford, Mike Noble as Banksey, Bobby Schofield as Bonehead, Darci Shaw (Judy, A Thousand Blows) as Melissa Phelan, and Stephen Walters as Davy Crawford.
- 5/28/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
A TV adaptation of the National Theatre play Dear England is heading to BBC, who beat Netflix in a bidding war.
We got a sneak peek at BBC’s upcoming slate of dramas in February. Among those was a TV adaptation of Dear England, the hit play which has been charming football-friendly audiences in the London theatre scene since its debut in June 2023.
Deadline now reports that Dear England could have very narrowly been a Netflix production instead. There was a fierce bidding war over the rights and according to Deadline, Netflix made a “more lucrative” offer but writer James Graham and Left Bank Pictures chose the BBC instead.
The outlet also reports that the reason behind Graham and Left Bank’s decision was because the team “view Dear England as a national story that should be told by the UK’s national broadcaster.”
Dear England is a fictionalised narrative...
We got a sneak peek at BBC’s upcoming slate of dramas in February. Among those was a TV adaptation of Dear England, the hit play which has been charming football-friendly audiences in the London theatre scene since its debut in June 2023.
Deadline now reports that Dear England could have very narrowly been a Netflix production instead. There was a fierce bidding war over the rights and according to Deadline, Netflix made a “more lucrative” offer but writer James Graham and Left Bank Pictures chose the BBC instead.
The outlet also reports that the reason behind Graham and Left Bank’s decision was because the team “view Dear England as a national story that should be told by the UK’s national broadcaster.”
Dear England is a fictionalised narrative...
- 3/27/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Exclusive: The BBC was victorious in a bidding war with Netflix for Dear England amid fears for the future of British storytelling on television.
Deadline hears that Left Bank Pictures and Dear England writer James Graham wanted the stage play to be adapted on the BBC, despite a more lucrative offer from Netflix.
The four-part series was announced by the BBC last month and will be based on Graham’s National Theatre play, which provides a fictionalized account of England’s soccer team.
Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale) featured as waistcoat-wearing England manager Gareth Southgate in the stage show and will reprise his role for the BBC series.
Sony Pictures Television-backed Left Bank and Graham chose the BBC over Netflix because they view Dear England as a national story that should be told by the UK’s national broadcaster.
Financials for the deal were not disclosed and Left Bank will...
Deadline hears that Left Bank Pictures and Dear England writer James Graham wanted the stage play to be adapted on the BBC, despite a more lucrative offer from Netflix.
The four-part series was announced by the BBC last month and will be based on Graham’s National Theatre play, which provides a fictionalized account of England’s soccer team.
Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale) featured as waistcoat-wearing England manager Gareth Southgate in the stage show and will reprise his role for the BBC series.
Sony Pictures Television-backed Left Bank and Graham chose the BBC over Netflix because they view Dear England as a national story that should be told by the UK’s national broadcaster.
Financials for the deal were not disclosed and Left Bank will...
- 3/27/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
“British storytelling is at growing risk of being squeezed out in an extraordinarily competitive global media landscape,” the BBC Director General will warn in a landmark speech tomorrow that will set out how to “radically transform and renew” the 100-year-old corporation.
Tim Davie plans to say “we are in danger of the UK’s world-class creative industries being undermined, and diminishing our unique cultural identity and its remarkable influence worldwide,” in the Tuesday set piece that was revealed by Deadline last week.
Davie’s proclamation will come just a few days after The Crown EP Andy Harries warned that the UK is at risk of becoming a Hollywood “service industry” unless local storytelling is protected.
In notes briefed to the press before the speech, Davie also plans to raise concerns that “U.S. and Chinese algorithms” could be the “potential taste-makers of the future.”
He plans to say “polarisation and...
Tim Davie plans to say “we are in danger of the UK’s world-class creative industries being undermined, and diminishing our unique cultural identity and its remarkable influence worldwide,” in the Tuesday set piece that was revealed by Deadline last week.
Davie’s proclamation will come just a few days after The Crown EP Andy Harries warned that the UK is at risk of becoming a Hollywood “service industry” unless local storytelling is protected.
In notes briefed to the press before the speech, Davie also plans to raise concerns that “U.S. and Chinese algorithms” could be the “potential taste-makers of the future.”
He plans to say “polarisation and...
- 3/25/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Andy Harries, the influential producer behind The Crown, has said the UK is at risk of becoming a Hollywood “service industry” unless local storytelling is protected.
The Left Bank Pictures founder issued a rallying cry for British creativity during an emotional address at Thursday’s Broadcasting Press Guild Awards, where he was honored with a lifetime achievement prize.
Addressing a room packed with UK television Illuminati, Harries asked: “Are we in danger of our business ending up as a first-class, top-end service industry to the U.S. at the expense of our own shows? Shows that reflect our own lives in the UK.”
More than 78% of the £4.2B ($5.3B) spent on UK film and TV production in 2023 was from inward investment, according to British Film Institute figures. Britain’s reliance on American projects was badly exposed during the 2023 strikes when high-end production virtually shut down.
Harries said he was anxious that British broadcasters,...
The Left Bank Pictures founder issued a rallying cry for British creativity during an emotional address at Thursday’s Broadcasting Press Guild Awards, where he was honored with a lifetime achievement prize.
Addressing a room packed with UK television Illuminati, Harries asked: “Are we in danger of our business ending up as a first-class, top-end service industry to the U.S. at the expense of our own shows? Shows that reflect our own lives in the UK.”
More than 78% of the £4.2B ($5.3B) spent on UK film and TV production in 2023 was from inward investment, according to British Film Institute figures. Britain’s reliance on American projects was badly exposed during the 2023 strikes when high-end production virtually shut down.
Harries said he was anxious that British broadcasters,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Happy Valley has won a trio of Broadcasting Press Guild Awards (Bpg) a day after being nominated for six BAFTAs.
The final season of Sally Wainwright’s BBC/AMC+ epic scooped the Best Drama, Best Writer and Best Actress awards. The Sarah Lancashire-starrer ended with a bang as Lancashire’s Catherine Cawood faced off with James Norton’s Tommy Lee Royce, and the show will not be returning.
Elsewhere at the BPGs, which turns 50 this year with a ceremony in London, ITV hit Mr Bates vs the Post Office was given a jury prize and The Crown exec Andy Harries won the coveted Harvey Lee Award for outstanding contribution to broadcasting, a few months after Netflix’s royal saga ended.
Gary Oldman scooped the Best Actor prize for his role in Apple TV+’s Slow Horses, a day after being snubbed by the BAFTAs. The BBC’s Time was Best Drama Mini Series,...
The final season of Sally Wainwright’s BBC/AMC+ epic scooped the Best Drama, Best Writer and Best Actress awards. The Sarah Lancashire-starrer ended with a bang as Lancashire’s Catherine Cawood faced off with James Norton’s Tommy Lee Royce, and the show will not be returning.
Elsewhere at the BPGs, which turns 50 this year with a ceremony in London, ITV hit Mr Bates vs the Post Office was given a jury prize and The Crown exec Andy Harries won the coveted Harvey Lee Award for outstanding contribution to broadcasting, a few months after Netflix’s royal saga ended.
Gary Oldman scooped the Best Actor prize for his role in Apple TV+’s Slow Horses, a day after being snubbed by the BAFTAs. The BBC’s Time was Best Drama Mini Series,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Some of the biggest UK drama production houses have started developing lower-budget slates in response to a depleted market and the success of local stories such as Mr Bates vs the Post Office.
The bosses of Doctor Who co-producer Bad Wolf and Crown maker Left Bank both told Deadline they have started nurturing a development pot for shows that cost less to make than their previous fare. Multiple other drama execs have indicated they are adopting a similar strategy as this week’s London TV Screenings places budget woes front and center of the conversation.
Speaking to Deadline about her upcoming BBC series Dope Girls, Bad Wolf co-founder Jane Tranter said her team’s development slate now contains “projects on a different budget scale to those we have been used to doing,” a move that she is enjoying.
“We’ve been thinking about how we do [lower budget] in a way that feels exciting,...
The bosses of Doctor Who co-producer Bad Wolf and Crown maker Left Bank both told Deadline they have started nurturing a development pot for shows that cost less to make than their previous fare. Multiple other drama execs have indicated they are adopting a similar strategy as this week’s London TV Screenings places budget woes front and center of the conversation.
Speaking to Deadline about her upcoming BBC series Dope Girls, Bad Wolf co-founder Jane Tranter said her team’s development slate now contains “projects on a different budget scale to those we have been used to doing,” a move that she is enjoying.
“We’ve been thinking about how we do [lower budget] in a way that feels exciting,...
- 2/28/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
A model of Princess Diana’s personal jaguar, the door to Number 10 Downing Street and two porcelain corgis comprised some of the memorable The Crown props sold at auction last night, which raised more than $2M.
With an appearance from Alex Jennings, who played former King Edward VIII in the first two seasons of the Netflix smash, all of the props that were up for sale sold at the auction, which was held at Bonhams in London. The majority of proceeds will be donated by The Crown producer Left Bank to fund apprenticeships.
The sale of the 473 props landed around £1.7M ($2.15M), which was more than £1M ahead of the pre-sale estimate. The top-selling prop was the Jaguar used to portray Princess Diana’s personal car, which fetched more than £70,000.
Other big hitters included the Downing Street replica door, which Boris Johnson was initially rumored to be considering buying, a reproduction of the coronation chair,...
With an appearance from Alex Jennings, who played former King Edward VIII in the first two seasons of the Netflix smash, all of the props that were up for sale sold at the auction, which was held at Bonhams in London. The majority of proceeds will be donated by The Crown producer Left Bank to fund apprenticeships.
The sale of the 473 props landed around £1.7M ($2.15M), which was more than £1M ahead of the pre-sale estimate. The top-selling prop was the Jaguar used to portray Princess Diana’s personal car, which fetched more than £70,000.
Other big hitters included the Downing Street replica door, which Boris Johnson was initially rumored to be considering buying, a reproduction of the coronation chair,...
- 2/9/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has revealed the cast for “Department Q” from showrunner Scott Frank (“The Queen’s Gambit”).
The cast is led by Matthew Goode (“The King’s Man”), Chloe Pirrie (“The Queen’s Gambit”), Alexej Manvelov (“Jack Ryan”) Kelly Macdonald (“Line of Duty”) and Leah Byrne (“Call The Midwife”). It also includes Mark Bonnar (“Napoleon”), Shirley Henderson (“Harry Potter”), Jamie Sives (“Guilt”) and Kate Dickie (“Inside Man”).
“Department Q” is an adaptation of the novels of the same name from Danish author Jussi Adler-Olsen. They have spawned a successful Danish film series with more in production.
Written by Scott Frank, Chandni Lakhani, Stephen Greenhorn and Colette Kane, the series revolves around Carl Morck, a former top-rated detective in Edinburgh assigned to a new cold case whilst wracked with guilt following an attack that left his partner paralysed and another policeman dead.
Goode plays Morck. Upon his return to work, he is tasked with setting...
The cast is led by Matthew Goode (“The King’s Man”), Chloe Pirrie (“The Queen’s Gambit”), Alexej Manvelov (“Jack Ryan”) Kelly Macdonald (“Line of Duty”) and Leah Byrne (“Call The Midwife”). It also includes Mark Bonnar (“Napoleon”), Shirley Henderson (“Harry Potter”), Jamie Sives (“Guilt”) and Kate Dickie (“Inside Man”).
“Department Q” is an adaptation of the novels of the same name from Danish author Jussi Adler-Olsen. They have spawned a successful Danish film series with more in production.
Written by Scott Frank, Chandni Lakhani, Stephen Greenhorn and Colette Kane, the series revolves around Carl Morck, a former top-rated detective in Edinburgh assigned to a new cold case whilst wracked with guilt following an attack that left his partner paralysed and another policeman dead.
Goode plays Morck. Upon his return to work, he is tasked with setting...
- 2/6/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: The Crown‘s success has helped bestow gifts upon the employees of Left Bank Pictures.
As the curtain fell on the Netflix series, staffers at the British production company pocketed bonuses totaling more than £10M ($13M) in March last year.
The payday was disclosed in a UK Companies House filing by Sony Pictures Television, which loaned Left Bank £10.1M to fund the financial incentive.
Sony and Left Bank declined to comment on the reasons for the bonus and whether it was out of the ordinary, but it coincided with filming wrapping on The Crown’s final season last April.
Left Bank’s website shows the company has 36 members of staff, meaning the bonuses would have averaged out at more than £280,000 per employee.
In an interview with Deadline last year, Left Bank CEO Andy Harries reflected on the achievements of The Crown, describing it as the “Everest” of British television.
As the curtain fell on the Netflix series, staffers at the British production company pocketed bonuses totaling more than £10M ($13M) in March last year.
The payday was disclosed in a UK Companies House filing by Sony Pictures Television, which loaned Left Bank £10.1M to fund the financial incentive.
Sony and Left Bank declined to comment on the reasons for the bonus and whether it was out of the ordinary, but it coincided with filming wrapping on The Crown’s final season last April.
Left Bank’s website shows the company has 36 members of staff, meaning the bonuses would have averaged out at more than £280,000 per employee.
In an interview with Deadline last year, Left Bank CEO Andy Harries reflected on the achievements of The Crown, describing it as the “Everest” of British television.
- 1/10/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: The Rolling Stones can’t get no satisfaction at FX.
A major series chronicling the band’s glory years has taken “a tumble” out of development with FX amid wider content cuts at Disney, according to the show’s producer.
Andy Harries, CEO of The Crown producer Left Bank Pictures, said he was “regrouping” on the show and having conversations about its future — both in terms of a new home and showrunner.
“It’s not in with FX [anymore], unfortunately,” Harries told Deadline. “It did take a tumble out because of the cutbacks at Disney. It was just too expensive and too ambitious for the immediate agenda.”
He added, “John Landgraf was really effusive about the scripts and ambition for the show, but he just didn’t feel that he was going to be able to get it greenlit in the next two years.”
Harries would not rule out returning to FX with the project,...
A major series chronicling the band’s glory years has taken “a tumble” out of development with FX amid wider content cuts at Disney, according to the show’s producer.
Andy Harries, CEO of The Crown producer Left Bank Pictures, said he was “regrouping” on the show and having conversations about its future — both in terms of a new home and showrunner.
“It’s not in with FX [anymore], unfortunately,” Harries told Deadline. “It did take a tumble out because of the cutbacks at Disney. It was just too expensive and too ambitious for the immediate agenda.”
He added, “John Landgraf was really effusive about the scripts and ambition for the show, but he just didn’t feel that he was going to be able to get it greenlit in the next two years.”
Harries would not rule out returning to FX with the project,...
- 12/19/2023
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
BBC Two presents a touching tribute to the late and legendary comedian with “Caroline Aherne: Queen of Comedy.” Airing at 10:25 Pm on Monday, December 25, 2023, this special program celebrates the unique life and extraordinary talent of Caroline Aherne, showcasing unseen photographs and heartfelt contributions from a cast of her lifelong friends.
The Queen of Comedy, known for her iconic roles in shows like “The Royle Family,” is fondly remembered by friends including Steve Coogan, Jon Thompson, Craig Cash, and producer Andy Harries. As viewers settle in for an evening of reflection, laughter, and heartfelt anecdotes, “Caroline Aherne: Queen of Comedy” offers an intimate look at the woman behind the laughter, capturing the essence of her remarkable career and the impact she had on the world of comedy.
Tune in at 10:25 Pm on BBC Two for a poignant celebration of Caroline Aherne’s legacy, a fitting tribute to a comedic...
The Queen of Comedy, known for her iconic roles in shows like “The Royle Family,” is fondly remembered by friends including Steve Coogan, Jon Thompson, Craig Cash, and producer Andy Harries. As viewers settle in for an evening of reflection, laughter, and heartfelt anecdotes, “Caroline Aherne: Queen of Comedy” offers an intimate look at the woman behind the laughter, capturing the essence of her remarkable career and the impact she had on the world of comedy.
Tune in at 10:25 Pm on BBC Two for a poignant celebration of Caroline Aherne’s legacy, a fitting tribute to a comedic...
- 12/19/2023
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
‘The Crown’ Queens Unite: Olivia Colman & Claire Foy Flank Imelda Staunton In Netflix Series’ Finale
Spoiler Alert: This news story features details from Season 6 of The Crown
The Crown’s stirring finale has landed on Netflix — and there is a surprise for fans of the series.
Olivia Colman and Claire Foy have reprised the role of Queen Elizabeth II to flank Imelda Staunton in some of the Netflix show’s final scenes.
Directed by the returning Stephen Daldry, the concluding episode features the Queen making arrangements for “Operation London Bridge,” the codename for her death and funeral.
Staunton’s monarch is also considering abdicating the throne and is visited by apparitions of her younger self as she grapples with the idea.
Colman and Foy return to offer their wisdom before the curtain is ready to fall on the lavish series with a shot of the three Queens in unison under the arches of St George’s Chapel.
They are standing in front of a vision of the Queen’s coffin,...
The Crown’s stirring finale has landed on Netflix — and there is a surprise for fans of the series.
Olivia Colman and Claire Foy have reprised the role of Queen Elizabeth II to flank Imelda Staunton in some of the Netflix show’s final scenes.
Directed by the returning Stephen Daldry, the concluding episode features the Queen making arrangements for “Operation London Bridge,” the codename for her death and funeral.
Staunton’s monarch is also considering abdicating the throne and is visited by apparitions of her younger self as she grapples with the idea.
Colman and Foy return to offer their wisdom before the curtain is ready to fall on the lavish series with a shot of the three Queens in unison under the arches of St George’s Chapel.
They are standing in front of a vision of the Queen’s coffin,...
- 12/14/2023
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: A persuasive argument can be made for The Crown being the jewel in British television’s very own crown, but it was so very nearly an uncut gem. A decade ago, this 60-hour showpiece was perilously close to being an idea filed under: nearly, but not quite. A passion project that lives in the great pantheon of unmade pitches.
The difference maker is not Peter Morgan and his sweeping vision to tell more than 70 years of British history through the eyes of a single woman. It is not the beguiling array of talent swooned by Morgan’s prose. Nor is it the deep pockets of a former DVD rental company that looks to have emerged victorious in the streaming wars.
The difference maker is Andy Harries. Like all great producers, Harries is the consummate salesman. His story of how he shopped The Crown is now woven into British television folklore.
The difference maker is not Peter Morgan and his sweeping vision to tell more than 70 years of British history through the eyes of a single woman. It is not the beguiling array of talent swooned by Morgan’s prose. Nor is it the deep pockets of a former DVD rental company that looks to have emerged victorious in the streaming wars.
The difference maker is Andy Harries. Like all great producers, Harries is the consummate salesman. His story of how he shopped The Crown is now woven into British television folklore.
- 12/14/2023
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Tony- and Olivier Award-winning actor Bertie Carvel, who portrays Tony Blair opposite Imelda Staunton’s Queen Elizabeth II in the final season of The Crown, remembers meeting the the real Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace “and nearly head-butting” her “in my attempt to try not to be too obsequious, but to follow the right form.”
He still has a photo of him being introduced to the monarch at an event nine years ago. “I look like the Mr. Bean sketch where he bows and knocks her out. I’m so towering over the queen and I look like I really should have gone to the barber, and I was red-faced and hairy.”
Well, The Crown’s crack hair and makeup team led by designer Cate Hall has ensured that he’s respectfully coiffured to portray Blair.
Proudly, he adds that on his fridge is the badge palace officials handed him at the event,...
He still has a photo of him being introduced to the monarch at an event nine years ago. “I look like the Mr. Bean sketch where he bows and knocks her out. I’m so towering over the queen and I look like I really should have gone to the barber, and I was red-faced and hairy.”
Well, The Crown’s crack hair and makeup team led by designer Cate Hall has ensured that he’s respectfully coiffured to portray Blair.
Proudly, he adds that on his fridge is the badge palace officials handed him at the event,...
- 12/13/2023
- by Baz Bamigboye
- Deadline Film + TV
Marking the end of its reign, Netflix has released the trailer for Part 2 of the sixth and final season of “The Crown,” premiering on Dec. 14.
The series’ final six episodes will focus on Queen Elizabeth II (Imelda Staunton) and Prince Charles (Dominic West), in addition to the now-older William and Harry, portrayed by Ed McVey and Luther Ford, respectively, in the season’s second half. Notable storylines include Charles’ wedding with Camilla Parker Bowles (Olivia Williams) and William’s budding romance with Kate Middleton, played by Meg Bellamy. The first half of Season 6, which premiered on Nov. 16, mainly followed Princess Diana, portrayed by Elizabeth Debicki, and the lead-up to her fatal car crash.
The logline teases, “Still coming to terms with his mother’s death, Prince William heads back to Eton amidst an increase in attention from young female fans touched by his plight. The struggle to re-adjust leads to tensions with his family,...
The series’ final six episodes will focus on Queen Elizabeth II (Imelda Staunton) and Prince Charles (Dominic West), in addition to the now-older William and Harry, portrayed by Ed McVey and Luther Ford, respectively, in the season’s second half. Notable storylines include Charles’ wedding with Camilla Parker Bowles (Olivia Williams) and William’s budding romance with Kate Middleton, played by Meg Bellamy. The first half of Season 6, which premiered on Nov. 16, mainly followed Princess Diana, portrayed by Elizabeth Debicki, and the lead-up to her fatal car crash.
The logline teases, “Still coming to terms with his mother’s death, Prince William heads back to Eton amidst an increase in attention from young female fans touched by his plight. The struggle to re-adjust leads to tensions with his family,...
- 12/1/2023
- by Caroline Brew
- Variety Film + TV
The Crown is preparing for the end, and the trailer for the final six episodes brings to life what creator Peter Morgan has told audiences to expect from the hit Netflix drama: A love letter to the Queen.
The final episodes will draw to a close the genre-defining prestige royal saga that has been on screens since 2016, says the logline, and the footage centers around Queen Elizabeth, played by Imelda Staunton, as she battles sentimentality that the royal family is out of touch with the country, while reflecting on her reign as the longest-serving monarch in history and the life she put aside to become Queen.
In a poignant moment that speaks to the late Queen, The Crown‘s monarch says, “I will always be by your side.”
The series paused filming on the final season when Queen Elizabeth II died on Sept. 8, 2022 at the age of 96.
The trailer opens...
The final episodes will draw to a close the genre-defining prestige royal saga that has been on screens since 2016, says the logline, and the footage centers around Queen Elizabeth, played by Imelda Staunton, as she battles sentimentality that the royal family is out of touch with the country, while reflecting on her reign as the longest-serving monarch in history and the life she put aside to become Queen.
In a poignant moment that speaks to the late Queen, The Crown‘s monarch says, “I will always be by your side.”
The series paused filming on the final season when Queen Elizabeth II died on Sept. 8, 2022 at the age of 96.
The trailer opens...
- 12/1/2023
- by Jackie Strause
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Meg Bellamy and Ed McVey in ‘The Crown’ season 6 part 2 (Photo Credit: Netflix)
Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning series The Crown will come to a close with the upcoming release of season six part two. The final episodes of the series will introduce Ed McVey in the role of Prince William, Meg Bellamy as Kate Middleton, and Luther Ford taking on the role of Prince Harry.
The newcomers join returning series stars Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret, and Dominic West as Prince Charles. Claudia Harrison is Princess Anne, Olivia Williams stars as Camilla Parker Bowles, and Bertie Carvel is Tony Blair.
“Prince William (McVey) tries to integrate back into life at Eton in the wake of his mother’s death as the monarchy has to ride the wave of public opinion,” reads Netflix’s synopsis. “As she reaches her Golden Jubilee,...
Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning series The Crown will come to a close with the upcoming release of season six part two. The final episodes of the series will introduce Ed McVey in the role of Prince William, Meg Bellamy as Kate Middleton, and Luther Ford taking on the role of Prince Harry.
The newcomers join returning series stars Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret, and Dominic West as Prince Charles. Claudia Harrison is Princess Anne, Olivia Williams stars as Camilla Parker Bowles, and Bertie Carvel is Tony Blair.
“Prince William (McVey) tries to integrate back into life at Eton in the wake of his mother’s death as the monarchy has to ride the wave of public opinion,” reads Netflix’s synopsis. “As she reaches her Golden Jubilee,...
- 11/29/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Ahead of the show’s final installment, Netflix has released the first look photos for “The Crown” Season 6, Part 2 giving fans a preview of newcomers Ed McVey and Meg Bellamy as they step into the roles of Prince William and Kate Middleton.
Picking up in the aftermath of Princess Diana’s untimely death, the finale follows Prince William (McVey), as he tries to integrate back into life at Eton as the monarchy has to ride the wave of public opinion. As she reaches her Golden Jubilee, the Queen (Imelda Staunton) reflects on the future of the monarchy with the marriage of Charles (Dominic West) and Camilla (Olivia Williams) and the beginnings of a new Royal fairytale in William and Kate (Bellamy). Part 1 followed the building romantic relationship between Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed, leading up to their untimely deaths.
Rufus Kampa previously played the younger version of Prince William in Part 1 alongside Fflyn Edwards,...
Picking up in the aftermath of Princess Diana’s untimely death, the finale follows Prince William (McVey), as he tries to integrate back into life at Eton as the monarchy has to ride the wave of public opinion. As she reaches her Golden Jubilee, the Queen (Imelda Staunton) reflects on the future of the monarchy with the marriage of Charles (Dominic West) and Camilla (Olivia Williams) and the beginnings of a new Royal fairytale in William and Kate (Bellamy). Part 1 followed the building romantic relationship between Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed, leading up to their untimely deaths.
Rufus Kampa previously played the younger version of Prince William in Part 1 alongside Fflyn Edwards,...
- 11/28/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
The Crown is preparing to release its final six episodes, and on Tuesday Netflix teased nine photos from the Emmy-winning historical drama’s last hurrah.
The first look photos for the second half of season six — which will mark the end of the hit royal drama — show a grown-up Prince William and Prince Harry following the death of their mother Princess Diana (played by Elizabeth Debicki), and introduces Meg Bellamy as the highly anticipated Kate Middleton. One of the photos is of Kate’s famous see-through dress, which marks the moment she first caught William’s eye when he was in the audience at her 2002 University of St. Andrews charity fashion show.
The first half of the final season consisted of four episodes (which are now streaming) and focused on Diana’s final months, including her overlooked relationship with Dodi Fayed (played by Khalid Abdalla) and their last moments together...
The first look photos for the second half of season six — which will mark the end of the hit royal drama — show a grown-up Prince William and Prince Harry following the death of their mother Princess Diana (played by Elizabeth Debicki), and introduces Meg Bellamy as the highly anticipated Kate Middleton. One of the photos is of Kate’s famous see-through dress, which marks the moment she first caught William’s eye when he was in the audience at her 2002 University of St. Andrews charity fashion show.
The first half of the final season consisted of four episodes (which are now streaming) and focused on Diana’s final months, including her overlooked relationship with Dodi Fayed (played by Khalid Abdalla) and their last moments together...
- 11/28/2023
- by Jackie Strause
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Crown jewels are going on sale.
Left Bank Pictures will auction off nearly 450 props and costumes from the lavish Netflix series and use the profits to fund a National Film and Television School (Nfts) scholarship for the next 20 years.
Auction house Bonhams will launch the sale on February 7, 2024, with 150 lots up for grabs. A further 300 items will be sold online on February 8.
A source close to the process estimates that it could raise at least £1M ($1.3M), with memorabilia up for sale including Princess Diana’s “revenge dress,” as worn by Elizabeth Debicki in Season 5.
The costume is expected to fetch up to £12,000, while bigger lots on sale include a reproduction of the Gold State Coach, which could sell for as much as £50,000.
For those wanting a slice of The Crown at a more manageable price, Left Bank is auctioning the Queen Mother’s champagne swizzle stick for at...
Left Bank Pictures will auction off nearly 450 props and costumes from the lavish Netflix series and use the profits to fund a National Film and Television School (Nfts) scholarship for the next 20 years.
Auction house Bonhams will launch the sale on February 7, 2024, with 150 lots up for grabs. A further 300 items will be sold online on February 8.
A source close to the process estimates that it could raise at least £1M ($1.3M), with memorabilia up for sale including Princess Diana’s “revenge dress,” as worn by Elizabeth Debicki in Season 5.
The costume is expected to fetch up to £12,000, while bigger lots on sale include a reproduction of the Gold State Coach, which could sell for as much as £50,000.
For those wanting a slice of The Crown at a more manageable price, Left Bank is auctioning the Queen Mother’s champagne swizzle stick for at...
- 11/19/2023
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
The Crown, which has won 21 Emmy Awards during its run on Netflix and is one of the streamer’s most enduringly popular original series, will soon step down from the throne. The show’s sixth season will be its last telling the story of Queen Elizabeth II and Britain’s royal family in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
The critically acclaimed series has chronicled some six decades of Elizabeth II’s reign, recasting its central characters every two seasons as the show moves through recent history as characters age. Claire Foy played the young Elizabeth for The Crown’s first two seasons and was followed by Olivia Colman in seasons three and four; both won Emmys for their work. Imelda Staunton took over the role in season five and will finish out the show as it moves into the early 2000s.
As with previous seasons, the story of...
The critically acclaimed series has chronicled some six decades of Elizabeth II’s reign, recasting its central characters every two seasons as the show moves through recent history as characters age. Claire Foy played the young Elizabeth for The Crown’s first two seasons and was followed by Olivia Colman in seasons three and four; both won Emmys for their work. Imelda Staunton took over the role in season five and will finish out the show as it moves into the early 2000s.
As with previous seasons, the story of...
- 11/14/2023
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Season 6 of Netflix’s The Crown will follow a pattern of suggestions regarding sexy scenes between members of the British royal family. The series creator claims that while the idea of sex may be suggested, there are no sex scenes in the show.
Steamy scenes aren’t the focus of ‘The Crown’
Creator Peter Morgan maintains that while there have been many steamy scandals affecting the House of Windsor, Netflix viewers won’t see the royal family portrayed in such a manner. He believes handling sexy scenes with decorum benefits the series’ fans.
Morgan intentionally adopted a careful approach to nudity. But this was a calculated move on his part throughout all six seasons of The Crown.
Although the series has not shied away from sexual acts, including a memorable moment between Matt Smith’s Prince Philip and Claire Foy’s Elizabeth in season one, Morgan doesn’t believe they...
Steamy scenes aren’t the focus of ‘The Crown’
Creator Peter Morgan maintains that while there have been many steamy scandals affecting the House of Windsor, Netflix viewers won’t see the royal family portrayed in such a manner. He believes handling sexy scenes with decorum benefits the series’ fans.
Morgan intentionally adopted a careful approach to nudity. But this was a calculated move on his part throughout all six seasons of The Crown.
Although the series has not shied away from sexual acts, including a memorable moment between Matt Smith’s Prince Philip and Claire Foy’s Elizabeth in season one, Morgan doesn’t believe they...
- 11/1/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Netflix has released the trailer for Part 1 of the sixth and final season of “The Crown,” slated for release on Nov. 16.
The final season will be split into two parts, with the first four episodes exploring the new relationship between Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed before their tragic car accident. The second half, consisting of six episodes and premiering Dec. 14, centers back on Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles. Screen time is also dedicated to Prince William and Prince Harry grappling with their royal duties in the wake of their mother’s untimely death.
The trailer hints at the overwhelming media frenzy that played a role in Princess Diana’s death, in addition to depicting the family’s relationship to the press after her passing.
Series creator Peter Morgan recently spoke to Variety about reports that Princess Diana’s ghost would appear in the final season. “I never imagined it as...
The final season will be split into two parts, with the first four episodes exploring the new relationship between Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed before their tragic car accident. The second half, consisting of six episodes and premiering Dec. 14, centers back on Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles. Screen time is also dedicated to Prince William and Prince Harry grappling with their royal duties in the wake of their mother’s untimely death.
The trailer hints at the overwhelming media frenzy that played a role in Princess Diana’s death, in addition to depicting the family’s relationship to the press after her passing.
Series creator Peter Morgan recently spoke to Variety about reports that Princess Diana’s ghost would appear in the final season. “I never imagined it as...
- 10/26/2023
- by Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
In the official trailer for The Crown‘s sixth and final season, the rest of the royal family takes a backseat to the tragic story of Princess Diana (Elizabeth Debicki), who is shown struggling with her global fame, being hounded by paparazzi and beginning her ill-fated car ride with Dodi Fayed (Khalid Abdalla).
A glimpse of the accident’s aftermath is shown, too, with Prince Charles (Dominic West) intoning: “This is going to be the biggest thing that any of us has ever seen.”
The final season will cover the years 1997-2005 and is being being split into two parts: The first four episodes will drop Nov. 16 and “depict a relationship blossoming between Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed before a fateful car journey has devastating consequences.”
The six final episodes will drop Dec. 14 and feature the wedding of Prince Charles to Camilla Parker Bowles (Olivia Williams), while also focusing on Charles’ sons,...
A glimpse of the accident’s aftermath is shown, too, with Prince Charles (Dominic West) intoning: “This is going to be the biggest thing that any of us has ever seen.”
The final season will cover the years 1997-2005 and is being being split into two parts: The first four episodes will drop Nov. 16 and “depict a relationship blossoming between Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed before a fateful car journey has devastating consequences.”
The six final episodes will drop Dec. 14 and feature the wedding of Prince Charles to Camilla Parker Bowles (Olivia Williams), while also focusing on Charles’ sons,...
- 10/26/2023
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Elizabeth Debicki in ‘The Crown’ Season 6 (Photo Credit: Netflix)
Netflix has released photos from part one of the sixth and final season of The Crown, with the first batch featuring Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana and Khalid Abdalla as Dodi Fayed. The photo drop also includes pics of Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II, Dominic West as Prince Charles, and Salim Daw as Mohamed Al Fayed.
Part one of the final season focuses on the relationship between Princess Diana and Dodi, a relationship that ended with the horrific car crash in the Pont de l’Alma tunnel in Paris.
“I think it’s a really unique challenge as an actor, to portray those days,” said Elizabeth Debicki in an interview with Netflix’s Tudum prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike. “I really just trusted in Peter’s emotional blueprint that he created for us to follow. It’s his interpretation...
Netflix has released photos from part one of the sixth and final season of The Crown, with the first batch featuring Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana and Khalid Abdalla as Dodi Fayed. The photo drop also includes pics of Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II, Dominic West as Prince Charles, and Salim Daw as Mohamed Al Fayed.
Part one of the final season focuses on the relationship between Princess Diana and Dodi, a relationship that ended with the horrific car crash in the Pont de l’Alma tunnel in Paris.
“I think it’s a really unique challenge as an actor, to portray those days,” said Elizabeth Debicki in an interview with Netflix’s Tudum prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike. “I really just trusted in Peter’s emotional blueprint that he created for us to follow. It’s his interpretation...
- 10/16/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Netflix has revealed the first-look images for Part 1 of the sixth and final season of “The Crown,” which premieres on Nov. 16. Part 2 premieres on Dec. 14.
With each season of “The Crown” following a new era of the Royal Family in chronological order, Season 6 brings viewers up to the late 1990s. Part 1 will follow the romantic relationship between Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed, leading up to their untimely deaths.
In addition to exploring their relationship and tragic car accident, the Season 6 logline reads: “Prince William tries to integrate back into life at Eton in the wake of his mother’s death as the monarchy has to ride the wave of public opinion. As she reaches her Golden Jubilee, the Queen reflects on the future of the monarchy with the marriage of Charles and Camilla and the beginnings of a new Royal fairytale in William and Kate.”
With Season 6 depicting the lives...
With each season of “The Crown” following a new era of the Royal Family in chronological order, Season 6 brings viewers up to the late 1990s. Part 1 will follow the romantic relationship between Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed, leading up to their untimely deaths.
In addition to exploring their relationship and tragic car accident, the Season 6 logline reads: “Prince William tries to integrate back into life at Eton in the wake of his mother’s death as the monarchy has to ride the wave of public opinion. As she reaches her Golden Jubilee, the Queen reflects on the future of the monarchy with the marriage of Charles and Camilla and the beginnings of a new Royal fairytale in William and Kate.”
With Season 6 depicting the lives...
- 10/16/2023
- by Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix’s crown jewel, The Crown, will wrap up its six season run with a two-part final season. Season six part one will consist of four episodes and will premiere on November 6, 2023. The six-episode part two will follow on December 14th.
The series’ final season will chart events beginning in 1997 and wrapping up in 2005.
The streaming service confirmed season six will feature returning stars Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, and Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret. Salim Daw reprises his role as Mohamed Al Fayed, Khalid Abdalla is back as Dodi Fayed, Claudia Harrison plays Princess Anne, Olivia Williams is Camilla Parker Bowles, and Bertie Carvel returns as Tony Blair. Rufus Kampa and Fflyn Edwards join the cast as Prince William and Prince Harry, respectively.
Part two will find Ed McVey and Luther Ford taking...
The series’ final season will chart events beginning in 1997 and wrapping up in 2005.
The streaming service confirmed season six will feature returning stars Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, and Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret. Salim Daw reprises his role as Mohamed Al Fayed, Khalid Abdalla is back as Dodi Fayed, Claudia Harrison plays Princess Anne, Olivia Williams is Camilla Parker Bowles, and Bertie Carvel returns as Tony Blair. Rufus Kampa and Fflyn Edwards join the cast as Prince William and Prince Harry, respectively.
Part two will find Ed McVey and Luther Ford taking...
- 10/9/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
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