Seeing a couple madly in love with each other will always be a heartwarming reason to smile. After all, don’t we all love love? The entertainment industry is filled to the brim with couples who are constantly setting the bar high for us, and Melanie Lynskey and Jason Ritter are no exception.
Melanie Lynskey in The Last of Us
The two actors met each other on the set of The Big Ask in 2013, and soon began their romantic relationship. After dating for a while and welcoming a daughter in 2018, the two finally decided to tie the knot. And now, Melanie Lynskey has opened up about what it’s like to be with Jason Ritter – a man who isn’t afraid to make a few sacrifices for the sake of his family.
Melanie Lynskey Talks About Her Husband’s Sacrifices
Melanie Lynskey and Jason Ritter (Via Lynskey’s Instagram)
Melanie...
Melanie Lynskey in The Last of Us
The two actors met each other on the set of The Big Ask in 2013, and soon began their romantic relationship. After dating for a while and welcoming a daughter in 2018, the two finally decided to tie the knot. And now, Melanie Lynskey has opened up about what it’s like to be with Jason Ritter – a man who isn’t afraid to make a few sacrifices for the sake of his family.
Melanie Lynskey Talks About Her Husband’s Sacrifices
Melanie Lynskey and Jason Ritter (Via Lynskey’s Instagram)
Melanie...
- 4/28/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Melanie Lynskey is praising husband Jason Ritter for putting his own acting career on hold for her success.
“He’s the most supportive person in the world,” the Yellowjackets star told People magazine about Ritter, whom she began dating in 2013 and married in 2020. “The last few years we’ve had this role of like, whoever’s job makes the most sense, whether it’s the most exciting career wise or it’s more money, we would prioritize the one that was going to help move the person’s career forward.”
Lynskey added that her success comes at the expense of Ritter’s work, as he has been “getting offered stuff all the time” but has passed on roles in support of his wife. “It’s like genuinely sacrificing,” she said.
The actress also credited the Parenthood alum for encouraging her to take on her memorable role in the first season of The Last of Us.
“He’s the most supportive person in the world,” the Yellowjackets star told People magazine about Ritter, whom she began dating in 2013 and married in 2020. “The last few years we’ve had this role of like, whoever’s job makes the most sense, whether it’s the most exciting career wise or it’s more money, we would prioritize the one that was going to help move the person’s career forward.”
Lynskey added that her success comes at the expense of Ritter’s work, as he has been “getting offered stuff all the time” but has passed on roles in support of his wife. “It’s like genuinely sacrificing,” she said.
The actress also credited the Parenthood alum for encouraging her to take on her memorable role in the first season of The Last of Us.
- 4/25/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative on Thursday unveiled its latest The Inclusion List, a data-driven ranking system that looks to identify the most inclusive TV series across broadcast, cable and streaming in front and behind the camera.
The list, a collaboration of the Inclusion Initiative and the Adobe Foundation, used data on personnel from the 2021-2022 broadcast season and streaming series from 2021-2023. More than 560 series were scored, looking at 4,500 series regular roles and more than 11,000 crew members across more than 110,000 behind-the-scenes positions were evaluated.
Leading the Top 100 lists were the recently ended Queen Sugar from OWN, HBO’s The Baby and the CW’s All American: Homecoming on the broadcast and cable side, and Raising Dion (Netflix), Gentefied (Netflix), The Garcias (Max), The Last Days of Ptolemy Gray (AppleTV+), Reasonable Doubt (Hulu), Now and Then (Apple TV+), Rap Sh!t (Max), With Love (Amazon Prime), First Kill (Netflix), and Swarm...
The list, a collaboration of the Inclusion Initiative and the Adobe Foundation, used data on personnel from the 2021-2022 broadcast season and streaming series from 2021-2023. More than 560 series were scored, looking at 4,500 series regular roles and more than 11,000 crew members across more than 110,000 behind-the-scenes positions were evaluated.
Leading the Top 100 lists were the recently ended Queen Sugar from OWN, HBO’s The Baby and the CW’s All American: Homecoming on the broadcast and cable side, and Raising Dion (Netflix), Gentefied (Netflix), The Garcias (Max), The Last Days of Ptolemy Gray (AppleTV+), Reasonable Doubt (Hulu), Now and Then (Apple TV+), Rap Sh!t (Max), With Love (Amazon Prime), First Kill (Netflix), and Swarm...
- 1/11/2024
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Study Reveals Most Inclusive Episodic TV Programming; Greg Berlanti, Ava DuVernay Top Producers List
Just in time for Monday’s Emmy awards, the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative and Dr. Stacy L. Smith, along with the the Adobe Foundation, have unveiled The Inclusion List for episodic programming, which recognizes the most inclusive series in broadcast, cable and streaming.
Following a similar effort for films, the list analyzes on-screen and behind-the-camera personnel from more than 500 programs to determine the 100 most inclusive broadcast and cable series from the 2021-22 broadcast season, as well as streaming series from 2021 to 2023. The project also recognizes 20 producers responsible for the most inclusive content.
“The goal of the Inclusion List is to recognize the stories and storytellers who are taking inclusion seriously and whose content reflects their values,” said Dr. Smith, founder of the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative. “With today’s release of the Inclusion List for broadcast/cable and streaming series, we are excited to acknowledge the creative voices championing inclusion across the spectrum of episodic content.
Following a similar effort for films, the list analyzes on-screen and behind-the-camera personnel from more than 500 programs to determine the 100 most inclusive broadcast and cable series from the 2021-22 broadcast season, as well as streaming series from 2021 to 2023. The project also recognizes 20 producers responsible for the most inclusive content.
“The goal of the Inclusion List is to recognize the stories and storytellers who are taking inclusion seriously and whose content reflects their values,” said Dr. Smith, founder of the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative. “With today’s release of the Inclusion List for broadcast/cable and streaming series, we are excited to acknowledge the creative voices championing inclusion across the spectrum of episodic content.
- 1/11/2024
- by Pat Saperstein and Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Looks like Chicago Fire may have already filled Gallo’s vacancy.
The NBC drama has tapped Rome Flynn (How to Get Away With Murder) to recur during Season 12 as a potential recruit for Truck 81, our sister site Deadline reports, adding that the role could expand into something larger.
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Flynn — who makes his first appearance in Episode 2 — will play Jake Gibson,...
The NBC drama has tapped Rome Flynn (How to Get Away With Murder) to recur during Season 12 as a potential recruit for Truck 81, our sister site Deadline reports, adding that the role could expand into something larger.
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Flynn — who makes his first appearance in Episode 2 — will play Jake Gibson,...
- 12/14/2023
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Rome Flynn is the newest member of NBC’s Chicago Fire, landing a recurring guest role that could expand into something bigger, Deadline has learned. Flynn will debut in the second episode of Season 12 airing January 24.
He will portray Jake Gibson, a quietly confident former amateur boxer with a dark past. The physically fit and fearless Jake earns a spot on Truck 51’s radar thanks to a heroic act.
The addition of Flynn to the Wolf Entertainment/Universal Television drama follows the news of Alberto Rosende and Kara Killmer’s exit. They will both make their final appearances in Season 12; Rosende following the premiere with Killmer’s final episode airing being kept under wraps. The series returns on January 17.
Most recently, Flynn starred in Gloria Calderón Kellett’s With Love from Prime Video and the sports family comedy Fantasy Football for...
He will portray Jake Gibson, a quietly confident former amateur boxer with a dark past. The physically fit and fearless Jake earns a spot on Truck 51’s radar thanks to a heroic act.
The addition of Flynn to the Wolf Entertainment/Universal Television drama follows the news of Alberto Rosende and Kara Killmer’s exit. They will both make their final appearances in Season 12; Rosende following the premiere with Killmer’s final episode airing being kept under wraps. The series returns on January 17.
Most recently, Flynn starred in Gloria Calderón Kellett’s With Love from Prime Video and the sports family comedy Fantasy Football for...
- 12/14/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Television is notorious for its unpredictable outcomes. Some series achieve instant acclaim, while others fade into obscurity.
The question of why some series take a second season to catch on is increasingly compelling as streamers seem readier than ever to ax underperforming new shows. But could that mean missing out on the next hot show? The latest example is Amazon Prime Video’s “The Summer I Turned Pretty.” After a solid debut, its second season saw an explosive 250% growth in demand.
For every “Summer,” though, there’s a first-season hit that flops in its sophomore season. The most striking illustration of this is “Tiger King,” which saw its demand plummet by 67% in its second season.
Shows with a demand increase from Season 1 to Season 2 (Parrot Analytics)
Recent data from Parrot Analytics shows how audience demand for certain shows evolved between the first and second seasons.
First, we examine shows with...
The question of why some series take a second season to catch on is increasingly compelling as streamers seem readier than ever to ax underperforming new shows. But could that mean missing out on the next hot show? The latest example is Amazon Prime Video’s “The Summer I Turned Pretty.” After a solid debut, its second season saw an explosive 250% growth in demand.
For every “Summer,” though, there’s a first-season hit that flops in its sophomore season. The most striking illustration of this is “Tiger King,” which saw its demand plummet by 67% in its second season.
Shows with a demand increase from Season 1 to Season 2 (Parrot Analytics)
Recent data from Parrot Analytics shows how audience demand for certain shows evolved between the first and second seasons.
First, we examine shows with...
- 8/25/2023
- by Daniel Quinaud
- The Wrap
The mystery surrounding which witch Sasheer Zamata will be playing in Agatha: Coven of Chaos has been solved.
The SNL alum-turned-Home Economics star confirmed to Mashable that she will be taking on the role of sorceress Jennifer Kale in Disney+’s forthcoming WandaVision spinoff.
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“I definitely did as much research as I could,” she said of preparing for her Coven of Chaos character,...
The SNL alum-turned-Home Economics star confirmed to Mashable that she will be taking on the role of sorceress Jennifer Kale in Disney+’s forthcoming WandaVision spinoff.
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“I definitely did as much research as I could,” she said of preparing for her Coven of Chaos character,...
- 8/16/2023
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
American Actor Jason Ritter has no doubt made a name for himself in showbiz. But perhaps another reason he’s so well-known is on account of his father, the late actor John Ritter. However, he’s managed to fill some pretty big shoes and forge a career for himself. Some of the major productions — both in film and TV — include Joan of Arcadia, Gravity Falls, Another Period , Raising Dion, and Freddy vs. Jason. Altogether, there are some lesser-known facts about the star that even his core fans don’t know. With that in mind, here are 10 things you didn’t know about...
- 8/12/2023
- by Ima Whyte
- TVovermind.com
Breakout Sundance star and rapper Tia Nomore has signed with Range Media Partners for representation in acting and music.
Nomore is the lead in Savannah Leaf’s upcoming A24 drama “Earth Mama,” in which she delivered a critically acclaimed debut feature performance at this year’s Sundance Film Festival as a struggling single mother. Well established in hip hop, Nomore rose to prominence as an artist on the Oakland music scene.
In “Earth Mama,” Nomore stars as expectant mom Gia, who already has two kids in foster care as she anticipates a third. Though she has the support of a tight-knit community in the Bay Area, she faces formidable challenges in reclaiming her family and building a new life. A24, the studio behind the Oscar winning “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” will release the film on July 7.
The film “aims to represent a situation that’s much broader than Gia,...
Nomore is the lead in Savannah Leaf’s upcoming A24 drama “Earth Mama,” in which she delivered a critically acclaimed debut feature performance at this year’s Sundance Film Festival as a struggling single mother. Well established in hip hop, Nomore rose to prominence as an artist on the Oakland music scene.
In “Earth Mama,” Nomore stars as expectant mom Gia, who already has two kids in foster care as she anticipates a third. Though she has the support of a tight-knit community in the Bay Area, she faces formidable challenges in reclaiming her family and building a new life. A24, the studio behind the Oscar winning “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” will release the film on July 7.
The film “aims to represent a situation that’s much broader than Gia,...
- 6/23/2023
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
Sony looks for ‘Love Again’, with Celine Dion’s first on-screen role.
Universal comedy sequel Book Club: The Next Chapter leads the openers at this weekend’s UK-Ireland box office, starting its story in 612 cinemas.
Directed by Bill Holderman and written by Holderman and Erin Simms, the film follows four best friends who take their book club to Italy for the girls trip they never had.
It is a sequel to 2018’s Book Club, also directed by Holderman, which Paramount released and which opened to £721,512 in 519 cinemas at a £1,390 average. The film finished on a £4.2m cume; The Next Chapter...
Universal comedy sequel Book Club: The Next Chapter leads the openers at this weekend’s UK-Ireland box office, starting its story in 612 cinemas.
Directed by Bill Holderman and written by Holderman and Erin Simms, the film follows four best friends who take their book club to Italy for the girls trip they never had.
It is a sequel to 2018’s Book Club, also directed by Holderman, which Paramount released and which opened to £721,512 in 519 cinemas at a £1,390 average. The film finished on a £4.2m cume; The Next Chapter...
- 5/12/2023
- by Ben Dalton
- ScreenDaily
The Diplomat is a new political thriller series from Netflix that follows Kate Wyler (Keri Russell) as she becomes the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom during a time of international crisis. Used to working in war zones outside of the public eye, Kate has to adjust to her new role in the spotlight while forging new alliances and making sure her marriage to fellow diplomat and political star Hal Wyler (Rufus Sewell) doesn’t suffer.
Though their characters may not always get along, the cast of The Diplomat is full of talented actors and familiar faces. Here are the actors bringing their talents to the series and where you’ve seen them before.
Keri Russell is Kate Wyler
Kate Wyler is an experienced U.S. diplomat who is more comfortable negotiating in a war zone than from behind a desk. However, when the U.S. President asks her to become the U.
Though their characters may not always get along, the cast of The Diplomat is full of talented actors and familiar faces. Here are the actors bringing their talents to the series and where you’ve seen them before.
Keri Russell is Kate Wyler
Kate Wyler is an experienced U.S. diplomat who is more comfortable negotiating in a war zone than from behind a desk. However, when the U.S. President asks her to become the U.
- 4/20/2023
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
Another episode of Accused airs tonight on Fox, and this one could leave fans divided. Accused Episode 9, “Jack’s Story,” follows a teacher who risks his reputation by helping a student in need. But does he cross a line? “Jack’s Story” was written by Hannah Schneider and directed by Michael Chiklis, who starred in the first episode of the series. Below, find out who makes up the cast of Accused Episode 9 and where you’ve seen them before.
‘Accused’ Episode 9 cast members Jack Ritter and Emma Nelson | Steve Wilkie/Fox Jason Ritter as Jack
Taking on the lead role of Jack is Jason Ritter. As seen in promo videos for episode 9, Jack is a high school teacher who is accused of being a predator, but he claims it’s a mistake and a lie. As Jack’s story unfolds, fans will have to watch and decide for themselves whether he is innocent or guilty.
‘Accused’ Episode 9 cast members Jack Ritter and Emma Nelson | Steve Wilkie/Fox Jason Ritter as Jack
Taking on the lead role of Jack is Jason Ritter. As seen in promo videos for episode 9, Jack is a high school teacher who is accused of being a predator, but he claims it’s a mistake and a lie. As Jack’s story unfolds, fans will have to watch and decide for themselves whether he is innocent or guilty.
- 3/22/2023
- by Elise Nelson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Jason Ritter openly admits to benefitting from nepotism early on in his acting career.
Ritter’s father John, who died in 2003 aged 54, was known for playing Jack Tripper on the popular ABC sitcom Three’s Company.
During an appearance on a recent episode of SiriusXM’s The Jess Cagle Show, the Parenthood actor admitted his first acting job as a child, voicing the Little Acorn in the 1991 cartoon The Real Story of O Christmas Tree, came as a result of his father’s connections.
“I will say, without any hesitation, this was like a full-on nepotism hire. I will admit that,” Ritter joked. “He [John] for sure got me the job. I did try to stay away from that later.”
John voiced Piney, the Little Acorn’s uncle in the cartoon.
Ritter went on to star in a number of roles across film and television, including The Tale, Frozen II and Netflix’s superhero drama Raising Dion.
Ritter’s father John, who died in 2003 aged 54, was known for playing Jack Tripper on the popular ABC sitcom Three’s Company.
During an appearance on a recent episode of SiriusXM’s The Jess Cagle Show, the Parenthood actor admitted his first acting job as a child, voicing the Little Acorn in the 1991 cartoon The Real Story of O Christmas Tree, came as a result of his father’s connections.
“I will say, without any hesitation, this was like a full-on nepotism hire. I will admit that,” Ritter joked. “He [John] for sure got me the job. I did try to stay away from that later.”
John voiced Piney, the Little Acorn’s uncle in the cartoon.
Ritter went on to star in a number of roles across film and television, including The Tale, Frozen II and Netflix’s superhero drama Raising Dion.
- 3/20/2023
- by Tom Murray
- The Independent - TV
Jason Ritter is an American actor and producer. He is best known for his roles in Joan of Arcadia and Gravity Falls.
Jason Ritter Biography: Age, Early Life, Family, Education
Jason Ritter was born on February 17, 1980 (Jason Ritter: age 42) in Los Angeles, California. His parents are actors Nancy Morgan and comic actor John Ritter, who was the star of hit 70s sitcom Three’s Company. He has three siblings.
Ritter went to high school at the Crossroads School in California. He graduated from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. Ritter also attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London.
Jason Ritter Biography: Career
Ritter started his career in 1990 as Harry Neal Baum in the television movie The Dreamer of Oz: The L. Frank Baum Story. He co-starred as Frank Baum’s son alongside his own father, John Ritter.
Some of Ritter’s other roles include the movies...
Jason Ritter Biography: Age, Early Life, Family, Education
Jason Ritter was born on February 17, 1980 (Jason Ritter: age 42) in Los Angeles, California. His parents are actors Nancy Morgan and comic actor John Ritter, who was the star of hit 70s sitcom Three’s Company. He has three siblings.
Ritter went to high school at the Crossroads School in California. He graduated from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. Ritter also attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London.
Jason Ritter Biography: Career
Ritter started his career in 1990 as Harry Neal Baum in the television movie The Dreamer of Oz: The L. Frank Baum Story. He co-starred as Frank Baum’s son alongside his own father, John Ritter.
Some of Ritter’s other roles include the movies...
- 3/20/2023
- by Hailey Schipper
- Uinterview
Jason Ritter has been tapped to star alongside Kathy Bates in CBS’ drama pilot for “Matlock,” a reboot of the classic television series.
Ritter’s casting rounds out the ensemble for the pilot, which features Bates as Madeline Matlock, Skye P. Marshall as Olympia, David Del Rio as Billy and Leah Lewis as Sarah.
The CBS Studios series centers on the brilliant septuagenarian Matlock (Kathy Bates), who rejoins the work force at a prestigious law firm and uses her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases and expose corruption from the inside. “Matlock” is executive produced by Jennie Snyder Urman, Joanna Klein, Eric Christian Olsen and John Will. Bates also serves as executive producer alongside Kat Coiro, who is set to direct the pilot.
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Ritter (“Parenthood” and “Yellowjackets”) will play Julian, the...
Ritter’s casting rounds out the ensemble for the pilot, which features Bates as Madeline Matlock, Skye P. Marshall as Olympia, David Del Rio as Billy and Leah Lewis as Sarah.
The CBS Studios series centers on the brilliant septuagenarian Matlock (Kathy Bates), who rejoins the work force at a prestigious law firm and uses her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases and expose corruption from the inside. “Matlock” is executive produced by Jennie Snyder Urman, Joanna Klein, Eric Christian Olsen and John Will. Bates also serves as executive producer alongside Kat Coiro, who is set to direct the pilot.
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Ritter (“Parenthood” and “Yellowjackets”) will play Julian, the...
- 3/14/2023
- by Jose Alejandro Bastidas
- The Wrap
Jason Ritter has signed on to join CBS’s “Matlock” pilot, Variety has learned.
He’ll portray Julian, the son of the head of the firm, who was born with a silver spoon in his mouth. However, he’s not to be underestimated. “Diligent and persistent with a lot to prove, he’s at odds with prioritizing his family and balancing his career. He always considers the good of the firm, even if it pushes the boundaries between his work and personal life,” reads the character’s description.
Ritter joins previously announced cast members including Kathy Bates as Madeline Matlock, Skye P. Marshall as Olympia, David Del Rio as Billy, Leah Lewis as Sarah.
Ritter most recently starred in Netflix’s ”Raising Dion” and “Candy” on Hulu. He will next be seen in Howard Gordon’s anthology series, “Accused,” for Fox as well as guest star in “Yellowjackets” on Showtime.
He’ll portray Julian, the son of the head of the firm, who was born with a silver spoon in his mouth. However, he’s not to be underestimated. “Diligent and persistent with a lot to prove, he’s at odds with prioritizing his family and balancing his career. He always considers the good of the firm, even if it pushes the boundaries between his work and personal life,” reads the character’s description.
Ritter joins previously announced cast members including Kathy Bates as Madeline Matlock, Skye P. Marshall as Olympia, David Del Rio as Billy, Leah Lewis as Sarah.
Ritter most recently starred in Netflix’s ”Raising Dion” and “Candy” on Hulu. He will next be seen in Howard Gordon’s anthology series, “Accused,” for Fox as well as guest star in “Yellowjackets” on Showtime.
- 3/14/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Jason Ritter is joining the cast of CBS’ Matlock reboot.
The pilot, a reworking of the 1986-95 legal drama that starred Andy Griffith, features Kathy Bates in the title role of a septuagenarian lawyer who joins a prestigious firm and racks up courtroom wins. Ritter joins a cast that also includes Skye P. Marshall, David Del Rio and Leah Lewis.
Ritter, an Emmy nominee for his role on NBC’s Parenthood, will play Julian, the son of the head of the firm. Born with a silver spoon in his mouth, Julian nonetheless feels he has a lot to prove and is diligent and persistent. He’s at odds with prioritizing his family and balancing his career and always considers the good of the firm, even if it pushes the boundaries between his work and personal life.
Ritter stars in an upcoming episode of Fox’s anthology series Accused and has...
The pilot, a reworking of the 1986-95 legal drama that starred Andy Griffith, features Kathy Bates in the title role of a septuagenarian lawyer who joins a prestigious firm and racks up courtroom wins. Ritter joins a cast that also includes Skye P. Marshall, David Del Rio and Leah Lewis.
Ritter, an Emmy nominee for his role on NBC’s Parenthood, will play Julian, the son of the head of the firm. Born with a silver spoon in his mouth, Julian nonetheless feels he has a lot to prove and is diligent and persistent. He’s at odds with prioritizing his family and balancing his career and always considers the good of the firm, even if it pushes the boundaries between his work and personal life.
Ritter stars in an upcoming episode of Fox’s anthology series Accused and has...
- 3/14/2023
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Quinta Brunson, the cast of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” and creators of “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” were among the winners at the third night of the virtual NAACP Image Awards, which honored short-form series, children’s programs and limited television series.
Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut (“Star Trek: Picard”), Carl Tart (“Grand Crew”) and Skyh Black (“All the Queen’s Men”) presented the outstanding ensemble performance, short form series awards and character voice-over performances at the virtual awards show.
Quinta Brunson received the outstanding breakthrough creative (television) award, for her ABC sitcom, “Abbott Elementary.” While the sitcom is only in its second season, the series has received three Emmys, two Critics Choice awards, three Golden Globes and received nine NAACP Image nominations.
Marvel’s “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” took home the outstanding ensemble cast in a motion picture award. The Marvel sequel has a total of 11 nominations, including outstanding motion picture,...
Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut (“Star Trek: Picard”), Carl Tart (“Grand Crew”) and Skyh Black (“All the Queen’s Men”) presented the outstanding ensemble performance, short form series awards and character voice-over performances at the virtual awards show.
Quinta Brunson received the outstanding breakthrough creative (television) award, for her ABC sitcom, “Abbott Elementary.” While the sitcom is only in its second season, the series has received three Emmys, two Critics Choice awards, three Golden Globes and received nine NAACP Image nominations.
Marvel’s “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” took home the outstanding ensemble cast in a motion picture award. The Marvel sequel has a total of 11 nominations, including outstanding motion picture,...
- 2/23/2023
- by Angelique Jackson, Julia MacCary and Charna Flam
- Variety Film + TV
The Black Panther: Wakanda Forever cast, Quinta Brunson and Keke Palmer are among the winners from the third night of the NAACP Image Awards‘ non-televised ceremonies.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, which led all the nominees heading into the week’s ceremonies, took the award for best ensemble cast in a motion picture.
Abbott Elementary creator and star Brunson won the award for best breakthrough creative in television. Brunson has been collecting awards for her hit comedy, including an Emmy for best comedy series writing, a Golden Globe for best actress in a TV series — musical or comedy and a Television Critics Association Award for individual achievement in comedy. For best breakthrough creative in motion pictures, Ericka Nicole Malone (Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story) took home the honor.
Other winners during night three included Palmer for best character voice-over performance in a film for her role as Izzy Hawthorne in Lightyear,...
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, which led all the nominees heading into the week’s ceremonies, took the award for best ensemble cast in a motion picture.
Abbott Elementary creator and star Brunson won the award for best breakthrough creative in television. Brunson has been collecting awards for her hit comedy, including an Emmy for best comedy series writing, a Golden Globe for best actress in a TV series — musical or comedy and a Television Critics Association Award for individual achievement in comedy. For best breakthrough creative in motion pictures, Ericka Nicole Malone (Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story) took home the honor.
Other winners during night three included Palmer for best character voice-over performance in a film for her role as Izzy Hawthorne in Lightyear,...
- 2/23/2023
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Accused returns with another new story on Fox tonight, Feb. 21. Episode 5, “Robyn’s Story,” follows a “shy and mild-mannered” man named Kevin who moonlights as a fierce drag queen named Robyn at night. When Kevin falls for a closeted man living a double life, their affair leads to “devastating consequences.” So, who is in the cast of Accused Episode 5? Here’s a breakdown of the stars and where you’ve seen them before. Plus, learn more about Billy Porter directing the episode.
‘Accused’ Episode 5 cast member J. Harrison Ghee as Robyn | Elly Dassas/Fox J. Harrison Ghee as Kevin/Robyn
J. Harrison Ghee stars in Accused Episode 5 as Kevin/Robyn. By day, Kevin is a shy Esl teacher, but at night, they transform into the confident and charismatic Robyn. Kevin’s whirlwind romance will lead to their arrest, but will they be found innocent or guilty?
Ghee previously appeared in...
‘Accused’ Episode 5 cast member J. Harrison Ghee as Robyn | Elly Dassas/Fox J. Harrison Ghee as Kevin/Robyn
J. Harrison Ghee stars in Accused Episode 5 as Kevin/Robyn. By day, Kevin is a shy Esl teacher, but at night, they transform into the confident and charismatic Robyn. Kevin’s whirlwind romance will lead to their arrest, but will they be found innocent or guilty?
Ghee previously appeared in...
- 2/22/2023
- by Elise Nelson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
After a brief hiatus, Accused returns to Fox tonight with an episode that promises to “put you through the wringer.” Accused Episode 4, “Kendall’s Story,” follows a father who takes matters into his own hands after his daughter is assaulted. As he sits in a courtroom for his crime, viewers will watch the events leading up to the trial and learn the final verdict. Here’s who makes up the cast of Accused Episode 4, including Malcolm-Jamal Warner and more.
‘Accused’ Episode 4 cast members Wendell Pierce as Detective Trent Douglas and Malcolm-Jamal Warner as Kendall | Steve Wilkie/Fox Malcolm-Jamal Warner as Kendall
The star of the episode is Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who plays the titular Kendall Gomillion. As Kendall deals with the aftermath of his daughter’s assault, he feels pressured by his friends to take justice into his own hands with the person responsible for the crime.
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‘Accused’ Episode 4 cast members Wendell Pierce as Detective Trent Douglas and Malcolm-Jamal Warner as Kendall | Steve Wilkie/Fox Malcolm-Jamal Warner as Kendall
The star of the episode is Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who plays the titular Kendall Gomillion. As Kendall deals with the aftermath of his daughter’s assault, he feels pressured by his friends to take justice into his own hands with the person responsible for the crime.
Fans of Fox...
- 2/15/2023
- by Elise Nelson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Ginny & Georgia star Antonia Gentry and The White Lotus‘ Haley Lu Richardson have been named ambassadors for the 29th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
SAG Awards ambassadors are “actors who exemplify the utmost values of the profession and are positive role models for the next generation of performers,” according to organizers. “These individuals actively use their platform to advocate for humanitarian and public service endeavors.”
As part of their duties, Gentry and Richardson will present on the Feb. 26 awards show and give viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the ceremony. They also will participate in various SAG Awards preshow events, including the SAG Awards ambassador dinner, which will take place Feb. 16 at Gwen Butcher Shop & Restaurant in Hollywood by SAG Awards executive chef Curtis Stone.
Gentry stars as Ginny on Netflix’s hit series Ginny & Georgia, which earned her an MTV Movie & TV Award nomination for best breakthrough performance.
SAG Awards ambassadors are “actors who exemplify the utmost values of the profession and are positive role models for the next generation of performers,” according to organizers. “These individuals actively use their platform to advocate for humanitarian and public service endeavors.”
As part of their duties, Gentry and Richardson will present on the Feb. 26 awards show and give viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the ceremony. They also will participate in various SAG Awards preshow events, including the SAG Awards ambassador dinner, which will take place Feb. 16 at Gwen Butcher Shop & Restaurant in Hollywood by SAG Awards executive chef Curtis Stone.
Gentry stars as Ginny on Netflix’s hit series Ginny & Georgia, which earned her an MTV Movie & TV Award nomination for best breakthrough performance.
- 2/8/2023
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
What do we mean when we talk about Young Adult fiction? Utter the term YA, and you will most likely picture something resembling Lockwood & Co. Netflix’s newest No 1 series has all the hallmarks of a YA smash. A mixed-gender group of teenage protagonists. A healthy dollop of the supernatural. A shelf-load of lore. Adapted from novels by Jonathan Stroud and created by Attack the Block’s Joe Cornish, the series follows a trio of juvenile ghost-hunters, played by Ruby Stokes, Cameron Chapman and Ali Hadji-Heshmati. It’s a CGI-laden fantasy melodrama, big on quips, and even bigger on action. And yet, Lockwood & Co also follows another of Netflix’s time-tested YA rules: it’s not actually very good.
Look back through the past five years of original programming, and you’ll see that the YA market is a well that Netflix has returned to many times. But the results have been mixed,...
Look back through the past five years of original programming, and you’ll see that the YA market is a well that Netflix has returned to many times. But the results have been mixed,...
- 2/8/2023
- by Louis Chilton
- The Independent - TV
After just one season that aired late last year, Showtime has already made the decision to cancel the horror series “Let the Right One In,” Deadline is reporting this afternoon.
Tomorrow Studios, Deadline notes, will be shopping the series to other platforms. In other words, “Let the Right One In” could eventually come back to life on another platform.
Deadline adds to the story, “Paramount Global just announced that Showtime will be integrated into Paramount+ across both streaming and linear later this year.”
“Let the Right One In” is a victim of this impending merger, the site notes.
A new adaptation of John Ajvide Lindqvist’s novel, which became Swedish movie Let the Right One In in 2008 and then American remake Let Me In a couple years later, Showtime‘s “Let the Right One In” began streaming in time for Halloween on Friday, October 7, 2022.
Led by Oscar® nominee Demián Bichir...
Tomorrow Studios, Deadline notes, will be shopping the series to other platforms. In other words, “Let the Right One In” could eventually come back to life on another platform.
Deadline adds to the story, “Paramount Global just announced that Showtime will be integrated into Paramount+ across both streaming and linear later this year.”
“Let the Right One In” is a victim of this impending merger, the site notes.
A new adaptation of John Ajvide Lindqvist’s novel, which became Swedish movie Let the Right One In in 2008 and then American remake Let Me In a couple years later, Showtime‘s “Let the Right One In” began streaming in time for Halloween on Friday, October 7, 2022.
Led by Oscar® nominee Demián Bichir...
- 1/30/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
It’s wild how many new horror movies have already released here in the early days of 2023, and this week brings a whopping Ten more to the table between now and this coming Friday.
In fact, since we’re getting this article up a day late – my apologies! – four of the movies on this list are already available for you to watch at your leisure from the comfort of home.
Here’s all the new horror releasing January 17-January 20, 2023!
For daily reminders about new horror releases, be sure to follow @HorrorCalendar.
Blumhouse has joined forces with Epix to “develop and produce eight elevated, standalone horror/genre-thriller movies exclusively for the network,” and up next from that collaboration is There’s Something Wrong With the Children, directed by Roxanne Benjamin (V/H/S, Southbound). The film was put up for rental on VOD and Digital outlets on Tuesday.
The cast for There’s Something Wrong With the Children...
In fact, since we’re getting this article up a day late – my apologies! – four of the movies on this list are already available for you to watch at your leisure from the comfort of home.
Here’s all the new horror releasing January 17-January 20, 2023!
For daily reminders about new horror releases, be sure to follow @HorrorCalendar.
Blumhouse has joined forces with Epix to “develop and produce eight elevated, standalone horror/genre-thriller movies exclusively for the network,” and up next from that collaboration is There’s Something Wrong With the Children, directed by Roxanne Benjamin (V/H/S, Southbound). The film was put up for rental on VOD and Digital outlets on Tuesday.
The cast for There’s Something Wrong With the Children...
- 1/18/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
If you weren’t already bewitched by Disney+’s upcoming Agatha Harkness-centric WandaVision spinoff, Kathryn Hahn just dropped a tantalizing new tease.
On track for a Winter 2023/24 premiere, Agatha: Coven of Chaos brings back the Emmy-nominated Hahn as the titular sorceress, heading up a cast that also includes WandaVision‘s Emma Caulfield Ford (as Westview queen bee Dottie) and Debra Jo Rupp (presumably back as Mrs. Hart), plus newcomers Joe Locke (Heartstopper), Aubrey Plaza (Parks and Recreation), Ali Ahn (Raising Dion), Maria Dizzia (Orange Is the New Black), Sasheer Zamata (Home Economics) and… Patti Lupone.
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On track for a Winter 2023/24 premiere, Agatha: Coven of Chaos brings back the Emmy-nominated Hahn as the titular sorceress, heading up a cast that also includes WandaVision‘s Emma Caulfield Ford (as Westview queen bee Dottie) and Debra Jo Rupp (presumably back as Mrs. Hart), plus newcomers Joe Locke (Heartstopper), Aubrey Plaza (Parks and Recreation), Ali Ahn (Raising Dion), Maria Dizzia (Orange Is the New Black), Sasheer Zamata (Home Economics) and… Patti Lupone.
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- 1/14/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Marvel obviously struck gold with the revelation that it was Agatha all along, meddling in Wanda Maximoff's idyllic sitcom-inspired suburbia. Not only did that "WandaVision" plot twist gift the masses with an incredibly catchy tune (all it takes to get this song playing on an endless loop in my head is simply remembering that it exists), but we're also getting an entire Disney+ series out of it, with Kathryn Hahn reprising her role as the witch, presumably with a brand new set of magic users to thwart. Prepare for another deep-dive into the dark magic of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, courtesy of "Agatha: Coven of Chaos," the upcoming series that likely sees Agatha getting back in touch with her witchy origins. But that might be easier said than done.
When Wanda reached her apex and defeated Agatha in the "WandaVision" finale, she not only drained the magic out of her nemesis,...
When Wanda reached her apex and defeated Agatha in the "WandaVision" finale, she not only drained the magic out of her nemesis,...
- 1/4/2023
- by Shania Russell
- Slash Film
Blumhouse has joined forces with Epix to “develop and produce eight elevated, standalone horror/genre-thriller movies exclusively for the network,” and up next from that collaboration is There’s Something Wrong With the Children, directed by Roxanne Benjamin (V/H/S, Southbound) and coming to Digital and On Demand outlets on January 17, 2023.
The film will later be hitting MGM+ on March 17, 2023.
Watch the official trailer for Benjamin’s latest horror movie below.
The cast for There’s Something Wrong With the Children includes Zach Gilford (“The Purge: Anarchy”), Amanda Crew (“Silicon Valley”), Alisha Wainwright (“Raising Dion”), Carlos Santos (“Gentefied”), Briella Guiza (“Ambulance”) and David Mattle (“Life & Beth”).
“When Margaret (Wainwright) and Ben (Gilford) take a weekend trip with longtime friends Ellie (Crew) and Thomas (Santos) and their two young children (Guiza and Mattle), Ben begins to suspect something supernatural is occurring when the kids behave strangely after disappearing into the woods overnight.
The film will later be hitting MGM+ on March 17, 2023.
Watch the official trailer for Benjamin’s latest horror movie below.
The cast for There’s Something Wrong With the Children includes Zach Gilford (“The Purge: Anarchy”), Amanda Crew (“Silicon Valley”), Alisha Wainwright (“Raising Dion”), Carlos Santos (“Gentefied”), Briella Guiza (“Ambulance”) and David Mattle (“Life & Beth”).
“When Margaret (Wainwright) and Ben (Gilford) take a weekend trip with longtime friends Ellie (Crew) and Thomas (Santos) and their two young children (Guiza and Mattle), Ben begins to suspect something supernatural is occurring when the kids behave strangely after disappearing into the woods overnight.
- 12/20/2022
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Netflix had a big year in 2022, surpassing more than 223 million paid streaming subscribers globally, and there’s plenty on tap in 2023 to be excited about — including new seasons of “You” and “Shadow and Bone.”
However, the streamer also saw its first subscriber loss in over a decade in its second quarter in April, prompting massive budget cuts and the loss of multiple TV projects over the course of this year.
Below is a recap of the major Netflix shows canceled in 2022, from beloved series to shows that hadn’t even aired yet.
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Netflix Stock Tumbles on Concerns About Slow Growth for Ad-Supported Tier Gentefied Gentefied Season 2. (L-r) Manuel Uriza as Ernesto, Karrie Martin as Ana, Carlos Santos as Chris in Gentefied Season 2. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2021
Netflix’s first cancellation in January 2022 was “Gentefied,” a half-hour dramedy about three Mexican-American cousins chasing the American Dream in Los Angeles that ran for two seasons.
However, the streamer also saw its first subscriber loss in over a decade in its second quarter in April, prompting massive budget cuts and the loss of multiple TV projects over the course of this year.
Below is a recap of the major Netflix shows canceled in 2022, from beloved series to shows that hadn’t even aired yet.
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Netflix Stock Tumbles on Concerns About Slow Growth for Ad-Supported Tier Gentefied Gentefied Season 2. (L-r) Manuel Uriza as Ernesto, Karrie Martin as Ana, Carlos Santos as Chris in Gentefied Season 2. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2021
Netflix’s first cancellation in January 2022 was “Gentefied,” a half-hour dramedy about three Mexican-American cousins chasing the American Dream in Los Angeles that ran for two seasons.
- 12/19/2022
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Blumhouse has joined forces with Epix to “develop and produce eight elevated, standalone horror/genre-thriller movies exclusively for the network,” and up next from that collaboration is There’s Something Wrong With the Children, directed by Roxanne Benjamin (V/H/S, Southbound)!
Bloody Disgusting has an exclusive look at the first images and poster art, which has heavy Stephen King vibes!
Benjamin is a huge part of the Bloody Disgusting family, having helped us acquire our awesome Bd Selects line of films and also producing both V/H/S and V/H/S/2 before going on to direct a segment in our horror anthology Southbound. She also helmed indie thriller Body at Brighton Rock, plus episodes of “Creepshow”, “Riverdale”, and “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”.
The cast for There’s Something Wrong With the Children includes Zach Gilford (“The Purge: Anarchy”), Amanda Crew (“Silicon Valley”), Alisha Wainwright (“Raising Dion”), Carlos Santos...
Bloody Disgusting has an exclusive look at the first images and poster art, which has heavy Stephen King vibes!
Benjamin is a huge part of the Bloody Disgusting family, having helped us acquire our awesome Bd Selects line of films and also producing both V/H/S and V/H/S/2 before going on to direct a segment in our horror anthology Southbound. She also helmed indie thriller Body at Brighton Rock, plus episodes of “Creepshow”, “Riverdale”, and “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”.
The cast for There’s Something Wrong With the Children includes Zach Gilford (“The Purge: Anarchy”), Amanda Crew (“Silicon Valley”), Alisha Wainwright (“Raising Dion”), Carlos Santos...
- 12/16/2022
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Netflix is parting ways with Warrior Nun.
Deadline reported Tuesday afternoon that the cult favorite has been canceled after two seasons.
The second season of the series launched on November 10, but there was a lack of promotion for the series, likely contributing to the lower-than-expected performance.
Netflix had several opportunities to promote the show, including at its Tudum Global Fan Event, but the streaming service elected to let the show slip under the radar.
As a result, Warrior Nun Season 2 spent just three weeks in the streamer's weekly Top 10 for English-language series, with #5 being the peak.
The series also showed up on the Nielsen Streaming Chart for the week of November 7, with 595 million minutes viewed, coming in ahead of The Handmaid's Tale, Andor, and The Watcher for that week.
Warrior Nun starred Alba Baptista as Ava Silva, Toya Turner as Sister Mary/Shotgun Mary, Thekla Reuten as Jillian Salvius, Lorena Andrea as Sister Lilith,...
Deadline reported Tuesday afternoon that the cult favorite has been canceled after two seasons.
The second season of the series launched on November 10, but there was a lack of promotion for the series, likely contributing to the lower-than-expected performance.
Netflix had several opportunities to promote the show, including at its Tudum Global Fan Event, but the streaming service elected to let the show slip under the radar.
As a result, Warrior Nun Season 2 spent just three weeks in the streamer's weekly Top 10 for English-language series, with #5 being the peak.
The series also showed up on the Nielsen Streaming Chart for the week of November 7, with 595 million minutes viewed, coming in ahead of The Handmaid's Tale, Andor, and The Watcher for that week.
Warrior Nun starred Alba Baptista as Ava Silva, Toya Turner as Sister Mary/Shotgun Mary, Thekla Reuten as Jillian Salvius, Lorena Andrea as Sister Lilith,...
- 12/13/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The first annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, held on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10 and 11, are honoring the best in children and teen entertainment on broadcast and streaming services.
The inaugural ceremony features JoJo Siwa as the host of the Children’s & Family Creative Arts Emmy ceremony on Dec. 10 and “30 Rock” star Jack McBrayer as the host of the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards on Dec. 11.
“Putting a spotlight on children’s & family programming after years of unparalleled growth in content quality and quantity in this space is an exciting moment for the television industry,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, in a statement. “These programs entertain, inform and educate family members of all ages, and NATAS is proud to mark this milestone event and give these creators the stage they deserve.”
The ceremony will also honour LeVar Burton with the first-ever Lifetime Achievement honors,...
The inaugural ceremony features JoJo Siwa as the host of the Children’s & Family Creative Arts Emmy ceremony on Dec. 10 and “30 Rock” star Jack McBrayer as the host of the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards on Dec. 11.
“Putting a spotlight on children’s & family programming after years of unparalleled growth in content quality and quantity in this space is an exciting moment for the television industry,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, in a statement. “These programs entertain, inform and educate family members of all ages, and NATAS is proud to mark this milestone event and give these creators the stage they deserve.”
The ceremony will also honour LeVar Burton with the first-ever Lifetime Achievement honors,...
- 12/12/2022
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
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Heartstopper, Sesame Street and The Baby-Sitters Club walked away with top honors during the second night of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences’ inaugural Children’s & Family Emmy Awards.
HBO Max’s Sesame Street took the honor for outstanding preschool series, while Netflix’s The Baby-Sitters Club garnered the top award in the children’s or family viewing series category. Netflix’s Heartstopper took the win for young teen series.
Heartstopper had the most wins of the night, with four, including best guest performance in a preschool, children’s or young teen program (Heartstopper) for Olivia Colman. Netflix’s Kid Cosmic also was a multiple winner, taking home two awards.
Other notable winners included Helen Mirren, who was named best host for Cartoon Network/TBS’ Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses.
Hosted by Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show‘s Jack McBrayer and held at L.
Heartstopper, Sesame Street and The Baby-Sitters Club walked away with top honors during the second night of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences’ inaugural Children’s & Family Emmy Awards.
HBO Max’s Sesame Street took the honor for outstanding preschool series, while Netflix’s The Baby-Sitters Club garnered the top award in the children’s or family viewing series category. Netflix’s Heartstopper took the win for young teen series.
Heartstopper had the most wins of the night, with four, including best guest performance in a preschool, children’s or young teen program (Heartstopper) for Olivia Colman. Netflix’s Kid Cosmic also was a multiple winner, taking home two awards.
Other notable winners included Helen Mirren, who was named best host for Cartoon Network/TBS’ Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses.
Hosted by Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show‘s Jack McBrayer and held at L.
- 12/12/2022
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix’s “Heartstopper” scored four wins on Sunday at the first annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, including one of the top prizes, for young teen series. Star Kit Connor also won, for lead performance, while Olivia Colman won for guest performance on the show, and Alice Oseman won for wiriting for a young teen program.
“Kid Cosmic” was the other program receiving multiple Emmys at the ceremony, which took place at the Wilshire Ebell Theater in Los Angeles. The main event emceed by Jack McBrayer, who was also nominated for outstanding host.
Sunday night was the second of two ceremonies for the first-ever Children’s & Family Emmys. Among the key categories: Children’s or Family Viewing Series, Young Teen Series, Preschool Series and Animated Series. Performance categories were also set to be awarded on Sunday night.
LeVar Burton was on hand to receive the lifetime achievement award, as presented by Laurence Fishburne.
“Kid Cosmic” was the other program receiving multiple Emmys at the ceremony, which took place at the Wilshire Ebell Theater in Los Angeles. The main event emceed by Jack McBrayer, who was also nominated for outstanding host.
Sunday night was the second of two ceremonies for the first-ever Children’s & Family Emmys. Among the key categories: Children’s or Family Viewing Series, Young Teen Series, Preschool Series and Animated Series. Performance categories were also set to be awarded on Sunday night.
LeVar Burton was on hand to receive the lifetime achievement award, as presented by Laurence Fishburne.
- 12/12/2022
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
This weekend marks the inaugural Children’s and Family Emmy Awards, and like many awards shows, there are a number of notable names who you might not have realized could end up being winners. These names range from a former president and Oscar-winning filmmakers to famous actors and popular singers.
Probably the most notable of these nominees are former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. Barack just won his first Emmy back in September for Best Narration for Netflix’s “Our Great National Parks.” Now he and Michelle are nominated for four Emmys at the upcoming ceremony, all in their capacities as executive producers. They are nominated for Best Preschool Series (“Waffles + Mochi”), Fiction Special (“Waffles + Mochi’s Holiday Feast”), Preschool Animated Series and Short Form Program (“We the People”).
SEEChildren’s and Family Emmy nominations list: ‘Heartstopper’ among top nominees including Kit Connor, Joe Locke
Several other...
Probably the most notable of these nominees are former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. Barack just won his first Emmy back in September for Best Narration for Netflix’s “Our Great National Parks.” Now he and Michelle are nominated for four Emmys at the upcoming ceremony, all in their capacities as executive producers. They are nominated for Best Preschool Series (“Waffles + Mochi”), Fiction Special (“Waffles + Mochi’s Holiday Feast”), Preschool Animated Series and Short Form Program (“We the People”).
SEEChildren’s and Family Emmy nominations list: ‘Heartstopper’ among top nominees including Kit Connor, Joe Locke
Several other...
- 12/9/2022
- by Charles Bright
- Gold Derby
As if college isn’t a tumultuous enough time, the students in The Boys‘ university-set spinoff Gen V are also facing the special kind of challenges that come with being a supe. Like, a lot of blood. So. Much. Blood.
The above first look — revealed at Ccxp in Sao Paolo, Brazil, on Saturday — introduces America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (run by Vought International). The series “explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s top ranking,” per the official synopsis.
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The above first look — revealed at Ccxp in Sao Paolo, Brazil, on Saturday — introduces America’s only college exclusively for young adult superheroes (run by Vought International). The series “explores the lives of hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s top ranking,” per the official synopsis.
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- 12/3/2022
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
Jack McBrayer and JoJo Siwa will host the first-ever Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced Tuesday. McBrayer will lead the Children’s & Family awards show on Dec. 11, while Siwa will emcee the Children’s & Family Creative Arts Emmy ceremony on Dec. 10. Both shows will take place at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles.
Siwa will perform with her sister, Jess, as part of their Xomg Pop! group during the Creative Arts show.
“I am honored to be hosting the very first Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, and to be a nominee in both outstanding choreography and outstanding music direction and composition for a live action program,” said Siwa. “It’s sure to be a fun-filled evening with my girl group, Xomg Pop! kicking off the night with what will be a great performance.”
Added McBrayer, who’s nominated for outstanding host for “Hello,...
Siwa will perform with her sister, Jess, as part of their Xomg Pop! group during the Creative Arts show.
“I am honored to be hosting the very first Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, and to be a nominee in both outstanding choreography and outstanding music direction and composition for a live action program,” said Siwa. “It’s sure to be a fun-filled evening with my girl group, Xomg Pop! kicking off the night with what will be a great performance.”
Added McBrayer, who’s nominated for outstanding host for “Hello,...
- 11/29/2022
- by Jordan Moreau
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Echo Lake Entertainment has signed actress Alisha Wainwright (Raising Dion) for management in all areas.
Wainwright most recently starred on the Macro-produced Netflix series Raising Dion, based on the comic book of the same name, as Nicole Warren, a single mother whose son Dion (Ja’Siah Young) has magical, superhero-like abilities.
The actress is otherwise best known for starring as the strong-willed werewolf Maia Roberts on the popular supernatural drama series Shadowhunters, based on the Mortal Instruments book series by Cassandra Clare, which aired on Freeform for three seasons.
The actress also notably starred alongside Justin Timberlake and more in the feature drama Palmer, which Fisher Stevens directed for Apple TV+. She’ll next be seen starring alongside opposite Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne on the Sony Pictures Television-produced comedy series Platonic, which Francesca Delbanco and Nick Stoller created, wrote and directed for Apple TV+.
Echo Lake Entertainment is...
Wainwright most recently starred on the Macro-produced Netflix series Raising Dion, based on the comic book of the same name, as Nicole Warren, a single mother whose son Dion (Ja’Siah Young) has magical, superhero-like abilities.
The actress is otherwise best known for starring as the strong-willed werewolf Maia Roberts on the popular supernatural drama series Shadowhunters, based on the Mortal Instruments book series by Cassandra Clare, which aired on Freeform for three seasons.
The actress also notably starred alongside Justin Timberlake and more in the feature drama Palmer, which Fisher Stevens directed for Apple TV+. She’ll next be seen starring alongside opposite Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne on the Sony Pictures Television-produced comedy series Platonic, which Francesca Delbanco and Nick Stoller created, wrote and directed for Apple TV+.
Echo Lake Entertainment is...
- 11/14/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
We all know it was Agatha all along behind the scenes of the Marvel series "WandaVision." That's true, even though Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) proved herself to be quite a formidable force in the little town she and Vision (Paul Bettany) settled in. It was all her warping of reality through her grief that changed things, not that Agatha (Kathryn Hahn) helped matters. A witch who has been in the magic game for centuries, she couldn't stand that Wanda was so good at it. At the end of the series, Wanda turns Agatha into what she pretended to be through each episode; a suburban nosey neighbor.
As we know, though, Kathryn Hahn is far too awesome for that to be the end, and we're getting a Disney+ spin-off series centered around her. That show, which was originally called "House of Harkness," is now "Agatha: Coven of Chaos," and the casting news...
As we know, though, Kathryn Hahn is far too awesome for that to be the end, and we're getting a Disney+ spin-off series centered around her. That show, which was originally called "House of Harkness," is now "Agatha: Coven of Chaos," and the casting news...
- 11/4/2022
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
The “WandaVision” spinoff “Agatha: Coven of Chaos” is continuing to build out its cast with the addition of both Ali Ahn and Maria Dizzia, Variety has confirmed with sources.
The two are the latest cast members of the Marvel Studios series for Disney+, joining series lead Katherine Hahn as well as Joe Locke, Aubrey Plaza, and Emma Caulfield Ford. The series will see Hahn reprise the role of Agatha Harkness. Exact plot details, including the character desriptions, are being kept under wraps.
Variety has reached out to Marvel Studios for comment and will update this story should they respond.
Ahn most recently lent her voice to the Fxx animated comedy “Little Demon,” which also stars Plaza. She has also appeared on shows like “Raising Dion” and “Orange Is the New Black” at Netflix, “Next” at Fox, and “Billions” at Showtime.
Dizzia recently appeared in the film “The Good Nurse” and...
The two are the latest cast members of the Marvel Studios series for Disney+, joining series lead Katherine Hahn as well as Joe Locke, Aubrey Plaza, and Emma Caulfield Ford. The series will see Hahn reprise the role of Agatha Harkness. Exact plot details, including the character desriptions, are being kept under wraps.
Variety has reached out to Marvel Studios for comment and will update this story should they respond.
Ahn most recently lent her voice to the Fxx animated comedy “Little Demon,” which also stars Plaza. She has also appeared on shows like “Raising Dion” and “Orange Is the New Black” at Netflix, “Next” at Fox, and “Billions” at Showtime.
Dizzia recently appeared in the film “The Good Nurse” and...
- 11/3/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Ali Ahn (Raising Dion) and Maria Dizzia (The Staircase) have been added to the cast of Agatha: Coven of Chaos, Marvel’s upcoming WandaVision spinoff series for Disney+.
They join lead Kathryn Hahn, who is reprising her role as WandaVision bad gal Agatha, male lead Joe Locke as well as Aubrey Plaza, who is believed to be playing a villainous role. Details about Ahn and Dizzia’s characters are being kept under wraps. A rep for Marvel declined comment.
In addition to Hahn, Emma Caulfield Ford also is expected to reprise the role of Dottie from WandaVision.
Hahn’s Agatha Harkness appeared in Disney+’s WandaVision, from series creator Jac Schaeffer. She won viewers over with her “Agatha All Along” number, is a witch from Salem and fan-favorite breakout character.
Schaeffer, who is under a joint overall deal with Marvel and 20th Television, serves as writer and executive producer on the spinoff.
They join lead Kathryn Hahn, who is reprising her role as WandaVision bad gal Agatha, male lead Joe Locke as well as Aubrey Plaza, who is believed to be playing a villainous role. Details about Ahn and Dizzia’s characters are being kept under wraps. A rep for Marvel declined comment.
In addition to Hahn, Emma Caulfield Ford also is expected to reprise the role of Dottie from WandaVision.
Hahn’s Agatha Harkness appeared in Disney+’s WandaVision, from series creator Jac Schaeffer. She won viewers over with her “Agatha All Along” number, is a witch from Salem and fan-favorite breakout character.
Schaeffer, who is under a joint overall deal with Marvel and 20th Television, serves as writer and executive producer on the spinoff.
- 11/3/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) released the nominations for the inaugural Children’s & Family Emmy Awards and Netflix’s programming is leading the pack.
The ceremony is set to take place at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles. and is a separate standalone show to the annual Emmy Awards. This is the first expansions of the awards show since the Sports and News & Documentary Emmys were launched in 1979.
The move comes as the industry sees an unprecedented growth in the children’s entertainment division, with a 23 increase in related programming the past two years.
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“Putting a spotlight on children’s & family programming after years of unparalleled growth in content quality and quantity in this space is an exciting moment for the television industry,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS,...
The ceremony is set to take place at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles. and is a separate standalone show to the annual Emmy Awards. This is the first expansions of the awards show since the Sports and News & Documentary Emmys were launched in 1979.
The move comes as the industry sees an unprecedented growth in the children’s entertainment division, with a 23 increase in related programming the past two years.
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“Putting a spotlight on children’s & family programming after years of unparalleled growth in content quality and quantity in this space is an exciting moment for the television industry,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS,...
- 11/1/2022
- by Anita Tai
- ET Canada
On November 1 the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences announced the nominations for the inaugural Children’s and Family Emmys. These awards honor many of the children’s and animated programs that used to be recognized as part of the Daytime Emmys, but there has been a realignment of awards. Scroll down for the complete list of nominations.
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Disney+’s “The Mysterious Benedict Society,” about a group of gifted orphans recruited for a mission by a mysterious benefactor, and “Sneakerella,...
- 11/1/2022
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
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The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences on Tuesday announced nominations for the first-ever Children’s and Family Emmy Awards, to be presented Dec. 10 and 11 at the Wilshire Ebell Theater in Los Angeles. These awards mark the first stand-alone expansion of the Emmys since 1979.
“Putting a spotlight on children’s & family programming after years of unparalleled growth in content quality and quantity in this space is an exciting moment for the television industry,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS, in a press statement. “These programs entertain, inform and educate family members of all ages, and NATAS is proud to mark this milestone event and give these creators the stage they deserve.”
Netflix leads the pack of nominated streamers and networks by a landslide, with a whopping 83 nominations that sees recognition for popular family offerings like Heartstopper and The Baby-Sitters Club.
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences on Tuesday announced nominations for the first-ever Children’s and Family Emmy Awards, to be presented Dec. 10 and 11 at the Wilshire Ebell Theater in Los Angeles. These awards mark the first stand-alone expansion of the Emmys since 1979.
“Putting a spotlight on children’s & family programming after years of unparalleled growth in content quality and quantity in this space is an exciting moment for the television industry,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS, in a press statement. “These programs entertain, inform and educate family members of all ages, and NATAS is proud to mark this milestone event and give these creators the stage they deserve.”
Netflix leads the pack of nominated streamers and networks by a landslide, with a whopping 83 nominations that sees recognition for popular family offerings like Heartstopper and The Baby-Sitters Club.
- 11/1/2022
- by Hilton Dresden
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Nominations have been announced for the first-ever Children’s & Family Emmys, which will include around 50 categories. Netflix led the pack with approximately 85 nominations across the board, while the combined mix of Disney+, Disney Channel and Disney Junior was next, with around 78 nods.
Some of this year’s races have moved over from the Daytime Emmys, which New York-based NATAS also oversees, while others are new, to reflect the full scope of youth-oriented fare.
According to the National Academy of TV Arts and Sciences, which administers the Children’s & Family Emmys, the content represents the fastest-growing genre that NATAS awards, with a 23 increase in related programming the past two years. With more than 3,000 submissions, NATAS said that the competition is now the largest that it oversees — which also includes Daytime, Sports and News/Documentary Emmys.
“Putting a spotlight on children’s & family programming after years of unparalleled growth in content quality...
Some of this year’s races have moved over from the Daytime Emmys, which New York-based NATAS also oversees, while others are new, to reflect the full scope of youth-oriented fare.
According to the National Academy of TV Arts and Sciences, which administers the Children’s & Family Emmys, the content represents the fastest-growing genre that NATAS awards, with a 23 increase in related programming the past two years. With more than 3,000 submissions, NATAS said that the competition is now the largest that it oversees — which also includes Daytime, Sports and News/Documentary Emmys.
“Putting a spotlight on children’s & family programming after years of unparalleled growth in content quality...
- 11/1/2022
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences on Tuesday morning announced the nominations for the inaugural Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, which will be presented on Saturday, Dec. 10 (Creative Arts) and Sunday, Dec. 11 at the Wilshire Ebell Theater in Los Angeles.
Disney+’s The Mysterious Benedict Society and the movie Sneakerella lead the pack with 11 nominations each, followed by HBO Max’s Sesame Street (with 10) and Netflix’s Heartstopper and Sweet Tooth (which netted nine apiece).
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Disney+’s The Mysterious Benedict Society and the movie Sneakerella lead the pack with 11 nominations each, followed by HBO Max’s Sesame Street (with 10) and Netflix’s Heartstopper and Sweet Tooth (which netted nine apiece).
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- 11/1/2022
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Stuntman-turned-director Chad Stahelski is keeping awfully busy these days. The "John Wick" creator is set to release the fourth installment of the action-packed franchise, and according to The Hollywood Reporter he has just been tapped to direct the upcoming "Black Samurai" movie for Netflix. Stahelski is teaming up with Leigh Dana Jackson, one of the co-executive producers of the superpower series "Raising Dion" to write the script, which will be an adaptation of Marc Olden's "Black Samurai" novel series.
Netflix hasn't provided much information regarding the film, but the "Black Samurai" book series is comprised of eight novels, all Blaxploitation stories set in the 1970s and centered on American soldier Robert Sand, who is on leave in Japan and learns the most powerful forms of martial arts to become the Black Samurai. It seems safe to assume that the film will focus on the vengeance plot of the first...
Netflix hasn't provided much information regarding the film, but the "Black Samurai" book series is comprised of eight novels, all Blaxploitation stories set in the 1970s and centered on American soldier Robert Sand, who is on leave in Japan and learns the most powerful forms of martial arts to become the Black Samurai. It seems safe to assume that the film will focus on the vengeance plot of the first...
- 10/20/2022
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
Netflix is moving forward with its feature film adaptation of the popular Black Samurai novels as it has tapped Chad Stahelski to direct and Leigh Dana Jackson to adapt. Stahelski will also produce along with Jason Spitz and Alex Young for 87Eleven Entertainment as well as John Schoenfelder and Russell Ackerman for Addictive Pictures.
The Black Samurai novels are a series of books by famed thriller writer Marc Olden revolving around the character Robert Sand, an American soldier in Japan who learns the ways of the most powerful martial arts and becomes the Black Samurai, embarking on a mission to stop dangerous forces who threaten everything he holds dear.
Diane Crafford will exec produce along with Liza Fleissig and Andre Gaines of Cinemation Studios.
Stahelski is best known as the man behind the camera for the John Wick franchise, having directed every installment. He is currently in post-production on John Wick 4, which bows next year.
The Black Samurai novels are a series of books by famed thriller writer Marc Olden revolving around the character Robert Sand, an American soldier in Japan who learns the ways of the most powerful martial arts and becomes the Black Samurai, embarking on a mission to stop dangerous forces who threaten everything he holds dear.
Diane Crafford will exec produce along with Liza Fleissig and Andre Gaines of Cinemation Studios.
Stahelski is best known as the man behind the camera for the John Wick franchise, having directed every installment. He is currently in post-production on John Wick 4, which bows next year.
- 10/20/2022
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
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John Wick filmmaker Chad Stahelski has teamed up with Leigh Dana Jackson, a co-executive producer on kid-with-superpowers series Raising Dion, to tackle Netflix’s adaptation of Marc Olden’s Black Samurai novels.
Stahelski will direct, while Jackson is set to write.
Stahelski will also produce along with Jason Spitz and Alex Young of his banner 87Eleven Entertainment. John Schoenfelder and Russell Ackerman of Addictive Pictures, who were instrumental in securing the rights, are also producing.
Details on Netflix’s take were as thin as the very best katana blades, but Olden’s eight blaxploitation books, published in the 1970s, center on Robert Sand, an American soldier in Japan who learns the ways of the most powerful martial arts and becomes the Black Samurai.
The first novel saw him embarking on a mission of vengeance. The other books were globe-trotting thrillers that featured power-mad millionaires,...
John Wick filmmaker Chad Stahelski has teamed up with Leigh Dana Jackson, a co-executive producer on kid-with-superpowers series Raising Dion, to tackle Netflix’s adaptation of Marc Olden’s Black Samurai novels.
Stahelski will direct, while Jackson is set to write.
Stahelski will also produce along with Jason Spitz and Alex Young of his banner 87Eleven Entertainment. John Schoenfelder and Russell Ackerman of Addictive Pictures, who were instrumental in securing the rights, are also producing.
Details on Netflix’s take were as thin as the very best katana blades, but Olden’s eight blaxploitation books, published in the 1970s, center on Robert Sand, an American soldier in Japan who learns the ways of the most powerful martial arts and becomes the Black Samurai.
The first novel saw him embarking on a mission of vengeance. The other books were globe-trotting thrillers that featured power-mad millionaires,...
- 10/20/2022
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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