CBS Renews THE EQUALIZER Starring Queen Latifah for Two More Seasons
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
CBS announced today that it has renewed the hit drama THE EQUALIZER, starring Queen Latifah, for two additional years, beginning with the 2022-2023 broadcast season. THE EQUALIZER is Sunday’s #1 scripted series. The series originally premiered Feb. 7, 2021, following the Super Bowl.
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
CBS announced today that it has renewed the hit drama THE EQUALIZER, starring Queen Latifah, for two additional years, beginning with the 2022-2023 broadcast season. THE EQUALIZER is Sunday’s #1 scripted series. The series originally premiered Feb. 7, 2021, following the Super Bowl.
Aryan Simhadri & Leah Sava Jeffries to Star in PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS on Disney+
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
Percy Jackson has found his fellow heroes and we've got a guide to the cast. Aryan Simhadri (Disney's 'Spin') and Leah Sava Jeffries (“Empire”) will play Percy's friends Grover and Annabeth, respectively, in the upcoming Disney+ original series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians.” Simhadri and Jeffries will star alongside Walker Scobell who will play the titular character.
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
Percy Jackson has found his fellow heroes and we've got a guide to the cast. Aryan Simhadri (Disney's 'Spin') and Leah Sava Jeffries (“Empire”) will play Percy's friends Grover and Annabeth, respectively, in the upcoming Disney+ original series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians.” Simhadri and Jeffries will star alongside Walker Scobell who will play the titular character.
HBO Max Renews MINX Original Comedy Series For A Second Season
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
MINX is set in 1970s Los Angeles and centers around Joyce (Ophelia Lovibond), an earnest young feminist who joins forces with a low-rent publisher (Jake Johnson) to create the first erotic magazine for women. The first season included Ophelia Lovibond, Jake Johnson, Idara Victor, Jessica Lowe, Lennon Parham, Michael Angarano and Oscar Montoya.
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
MINX is set in 1970s Los Angeles and centers around Joyce (Ophelia Lovibond), an earnest young feminist who joins forces with a low-rent publisher (Jake Johnson) to create the first erotic magazine for women. The first season included Ophelia Lovibond, Jake Johnson, Idara Victor, Jessica Lowe, Lennon Parham, Michael Angarano and Oscar Montoya.
HBO Max Selects Finalists For Sixth Annual Asian Pacific American Visionaries Short Film Competition
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
The three winning films exemplified this year’s competition theme: “Power of Love.” Filmmakers Gauri Adelkar (“The Gift”), Lloyd Lee Choi (“Same Old”), and Chheangkea (“Skin Can Breathe”), will premiere their films during the 2022 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, on Friday, May 6 at the DGA Theater with a reception to follow in Hollywood.
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
The three winning films exemplified this year’s competition theme: “Power of Love.” Filmmakers Gauri Adelkar (“The Gift”), Lloyd Lee Choi (“Same Old”), and Chheangkea (“Skin Can Breathe”), will premiere their films during the 2022 Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, on Friday, May 6 at the DGA Theater with a reception to follow in Hollywood.
HGTV Announces New Season of BATTLE ON THE BEACH
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
With six fresh episodes shot in sunny Surfside Beach, Texas, will spotlight three skilled teams of up-and-coming home renovators who, coached by celebrated mentors and design experts Taniya Nayak (Build it Forward), Ty Pennington (Rock the Block) and Alison Victoria (Windy City Rehab), will work tirelessly to complete weekly renovation challenges
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
With six fresh episodes shot in sunny Surfside Beach, Texas, will spotlight three skilled teams of up-and-coming home renovators who, coached by celebrated mentors and design experts Taniya Nayak (Build it Forward), Ty Pennington (Rock the Block) and Alison Victoria (Windy City Rehab), will work tirelessly to complete weekly renovation challenges
Peacock Orders New RAINN WILSON AND THE GEOGRAPHY OF BLISS Docuseries
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
Based on Eric Weiner’s New York Times best seller, The Geography of Bliss: One Grump’s Search for the Happiest Places in the World, the six-episode travel docuseries will follow host and intrepid traveler Rainn Wilson as he traverses the globe searching for the secrets to the world’s happiest and least happiest places on earth.
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
Based on Eric Weiner’s New York Times best seller, The Geography of Bliss: One Grump’s Search for the Happiest Places in the World, the six-episode travel docuseries will follow host and intrepid traveler Rainn Wilson as he traverses the globe searching for the secrets to the world’s happiest and least happiest places on earth.
David Letterman Sets MY NEXT GUEST Netflix Season Four Premiere Date
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
The 6-episode fourth season of the Netflix talk show series will welcome another round of guests, including Cardi B, Kevin Durant, Billie Eilish, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ryan Reynolds, and Will Smith. David Letterman returns to the host seat with My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman.
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
The 6-episode fourth season of the Netflix talk show series will welcome another round of guests, including Cardi B, Kevin Durant, Billie Eilish, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ryan Reynolds, and Will Smith. David Letterman returns to the host seat with My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman.
VIDEO: Eva Noblezada & Jo Koy Star in EASTER SUNDAY Film Trailer
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
Watch the first trailer as stand-up comedy sensation Jo Koy stars as a man returning home for an Easter celebration with his riotous, bickering, eating, drinking, laughing, loving family, in this love letter to his Filipino-American community. The film stars Eva Noblezada, Lydia Gaston, Tia Carrero, Brandon Wardell, and more.
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
Watch the first trailer as stand-up comedy sensation Jo Koy stars as a man returning home for an Easter celebration with his riotous, bickering, eating, drinking, laughing, loving family, in this love letter to his Filipino-American community. The film stars Eva Noblezada, Lydia Gaston, Tia Carrero, Brandon Wardell, and more.
VIDEO: HBO Releases HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Teaser Trailer
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen. The series stars Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans.
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen. The series stars Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans.
Taraji P. Henson to Host the BET AWARDS
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
BET has announced Academy Award®-nominated and Golden Globe®-winning actor, writer, director, producer, and philanthropist Taraji P. Henson will return to host the “BET AWARDS” LIVE from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022
BET has announced Academy Award®-nominated and Golden Globe®-winning actor, writer, director, producer, and philanthropist Taraji P. Henson will return to host the “BET AWARDS” LIVE from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles
'Queen Cobras' and 'Space Bunny' are Revealed on THE MASKED SINGER
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
'Queen Cobras' and 'Space Bunny' were unmasked on tonight's episode of The Masked Singer. This elimination sends 'The Prince' to compete in the finale. 'Queen Cobras' were revealed to be the Grammy Award-Nominated music group En Vogue. The group includes Cindy Heron-Braggs, Terry Ellis, and Rhona Bennett.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
'Queen Cobras' and 'Space Bunny' were unmasked on tonight's episode of The Masked Singer. This elimination sends 'The Prince' to compete in the finale. 'Queen Cobras' were revealed to be the Grammy Award-Nominated music group En Vogue. The group includes Cindy Heron-Braggs, Terry Ellis, and Rhona Bennett.
The CW Network Releases Primetime Listings for the Week of May 22nd
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Below are the CW Network's Primetime listings for the week of May 22nd. All times in the schedules are EST.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Below are the CW Network's Primetime listings for the week of May 22nd. All times in the schedules are EST.
Tippett Studio Expands Company With Tippett Canada
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Tippett Studio, founded by two-time Academy Award winning artist, animator and filmmaker Phil Tippett (whose VFX work can be seen in legendary films such as STAR WARS, JURASSIC PARK, ROBOCOP, STARSHIP TROOPERS, and many more) announced today they have expanded into Canada by opening their first satellite office in Toronto which will be called Tippett Canada.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Tippett Studio, founded by two-time Academy Award winning artist, animator and filmmaker Phil Tippett (whose VFX work can be seen in legendary films such as STAR WARS, JURASSIC PARK, ROBOCOP, STARSHIP TROOPERS, and many more) announced today they have expanded into Canada by opening their first satellite office in Toronto which will be called Tippett Canada.
VIDEO: Official Trailer Released for Netflix's LOVE ON THE SPECTRUM U.S.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Love on the Spectrum - U.S. is an insightful and warm-hearted docu-reality series following autistic people as they navigate the world of dating and relationships. Following the success of the multi award winning Australian series, this US based series tells the stories of a unique and diverse cast of characters searching for something we all hope to find, love.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Love on the Spectrum - U.S. is an insightful and warm-hearted docu-reality series following autistic people as they navigate the world of dating and relationships. Following the success of the multi award winning Australian series, this US based series tells the stories of a unique and diverse cast of characters searching for something we all hope to find, love.
Spy Thriller AGENT GAME Comes to Blu-Ray, DVD, and Digital Platforms
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
In this riveting spy thriller, no one is safe. Harris (Dermot Mulroney), a CIA interrogator at an Agency black site, finds himself the target of a rendition operation after being scapegoated for an interrogation gone horribly wrong. As the team tasked to bring Harris in begins to question their orders — and each other — Olsen (Mel Gibson), a senior intelligence officer, and his subordinate, Visser (Annie Ilonzeh), raise the stakes. Now, it’s up to Harris and some newfound allies to uncover the truth and turn the tables.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
In this riveting spy thriller, no one is safe. Harris (Dermot Mulroney), a CIA interrogator at an Agency black site, finds himself the target of a rendition operation after being scapegoated for an interrogation gone horribly wrong. As the team tasked to bring Harris in begins to question their orders — and each other — Olsen (Mel Gibson), a senior intelligence officer, and his subordinate, Visser (Annie Ilonzeh), raise the stakes. Now, it’s up to Harris and some newfound allies to uncover the truth and turn the tables.
Showtime's YELLOWJACKETS: SEASON ONE to Come Out on DVD
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
The “darkly delightful” (Decider), YELLOWJACKETS: SEASON ONE, arrives on DVD on July 19, 2022, from Showtime® CBS Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Entertainment. Led by a powerful, female ensemble cast including Melanie Lynskey (Castle Rock), Tawny Cypress (Unforgettable), Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Christina Ricci (Z: The Beginning of Everything) and Oscar® and Emmy® nominee Juliette Lewis (Camping), the “riveting” (Collider) 10 episode series has been featured in nearly 50 “Best of the Year” lists and is one of the most buzzed about new TV series of 2021.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
The “darkly delightful” (Decider), YELLOWJACKETS: SEASON ONE, arrives on DVD on July 19, 2022, from Showtime® CBS Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Entertainment. Led by a powerful, female ensemble cast including Melanie Lynskey (Castle Rock), Tawny Cypress (Unforgettable), Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Christina Ricci (Z: The Beginning of Everything) and Oscar® and Emmy® nominee Juliette Lewis (Camping), the “riveting” (Collider) 10 episode series has been featured in nearly 50 “Best of the Year” lists and is one of the most buzzed about new TV series of 2021.
Lucasfilm Launches STAR WARS MINDFUL MATTERS in Honor of May the 4th
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Today, in celebration of Star Wars Day, Lucasfilm has launched “Star Wars Mindful Matters,” a brand-new series of shorts on Star Wars Kids hosted by Ashley Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Today, in celebration of Star Wars Day, Lucasfilm has launched “Star Wars Mindful Matters,” a brand-new series of shorts on Star Wars Kids hosted by Ashley Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels.
VIDEO: First Look at Season 3 of Peacock's DRAGONS RESCUE RIDERS: HEROES OF THE SKY
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
The new season of Dragons Rescue Riders: Heroes of the Sky is set to premiere on Peacock on May 19th. In a faraway corner of the viking and dragon world, Dragons Rescue Riders Heroes of the Sky is the next chapter following the adventures of viking twins Dak and Leyla, who were rescued and raised by dragons, growing up learning to speak their language. Along with young dragons Winger, Summer, Cutter and Burple, they defend and protect other dragons on exciting adventures around their home of Huttsgalor.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
The new season of Dragons Rescue Riders: Heroes of the Sky is set to premiere on Peacock on May 19th. In a faraway corner of the viking and dragon world, Dragons Rescue Riders Heroes of the Sky is the next chapter following the adventures of viking twins Dak and Leyla, who were rescued and raised by dragons, growing up learning to speak their language. Along with young dragons Winger, Summer, Cutter and Burple, they defend and protect other dragons on exciting adventures around their home of Huttsgalor.
VIDEO: Trailer Released for NEPTUNE FROST Sci-Fi Musical Executive Produced by Lin-Manuel Miranda
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
The trailer for NEPTUNE FROST the visionary Sci-Fi musical from musician, poet, and artist Saul Williams and filmmaker Anisia Uzeyman and executive produced by Stephen Hendel (Finding Fela) and Lin-Manuel Miranda is available now. The film opens June 3 via Kino Lorber. Neptune Frost is described as Djibril Diop Mambéty tinged with hypnotic neon visuals and pulsating original music from Williams.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
The trailer for NEPTUNE FROST the visionary Sci-Fi musical from musician, poet, and artist Saul Williams and filmmaker Anisia Uzeyman and executive produced by Stephen Hendel (Finding Fela) and Lin-Manuel Miranda is available now. The film opens June 3 via Kino Lorber. Neptune Frost is described as Djibril Diop Mambéty tinged with hypnotic neon visuals and pulsating original music from Williams.
Katt Williams Makes Return to Netflix with Second Comedy Special
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
In the war between truth and lies, there is only one man you can trust. Comedy legend & Emmy Award winner, Katt Williams, returns to deliver the unfiltered truth and hilariously breaks down conspiracy theories in his new comedy special World War III. World War III marks Katt Williams’ 12th comedy special and the second original comedy special on Netflix, including Great America. The special was filmed at the Dolby Live in Las Vegas in January 2022.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
In the war between truth and lies, there is only one man you can trust. Comedy legend & Emmy Award winner, Katt Williams, returns to deliver the unfiltered truth and hilariously breaks down conspiracy theories in his new comedy special World War III. World War III marks Katt Williams’ 12th comedy special and the second original comedy special on Netflix, including Great America. The special was filmed at the Dolby Live in Las Vegas in January 2022.
LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN Announces New Edition of LIVE'S VIRTUAL ROAD TRIP
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
“Live with Kelly and Ryan” leaps into spring as it brings viewers on a trip to beautiful cities across the country via virtual remote visits, highlighting the local culture and popular destinations in each locale.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
“Live with Kelly and Ryan” leaps into spring as it brings viewers on a trip to beautiful cities across the country via virtual remote visits, highlighting the local culture and popular destinations in each locale.
Samantha Shay's MOTHER MELANCHOLIA Will Have On-Demand Screenings to Benefit Ukraine
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
From May 9-15, Samantha Shay’s short film Mother Melancholia will be available for on-demand viewing via pay what you can, and all funds raised will go towards aiding the Ukrainian people. The film is a multi-layered portrait of four women set to a soundtrack for the end of the world. As part of the Under Construction Festival and in partnership with Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch, this special digital programming event will be available at bit.ly/MotherMelancholia.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
From May 9-15, Samantha Shay’s short film Mother Melancholia will be available for on-demand viewing via pay what you can, and all funds raised will go towards aiding the Ukrainian people. The film is a multi-layered portrait of four women set to a soundtrack for the end of the world. As part of the Under Construction Festival and in partnership with Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch, this special digital programming event will be available at bit.ly/MotherMelancholia.
Director Zen Pace's FRAUD Has Been Selected for Tribeca Film Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Director Zen Pace’s debut narrative short FRAUD starring Dana Aliya Levinson (STARZ’s American Gods) and Babak Tafti (Showtime’s Super Pumped), subverts the crime thriller genre by centering marginalized characters grappling with identity, love, and immigrant experiences. Levinson also wrote this timely tale. The Tribeca Film Festival is FRAUD’s World Premiere and the film is screening in competition.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
Director Zen Pace’s debut narrative short FRAUD starring Dana Aliya Levinson (STARZ’s American Gods) and Babak Tafti (Showtime’s Super Pumped), subverts the crime thriller genre by centering marginalized characters grappling with identity, love, and immigrant experiences. Levinson also wrote this timely tale. The Tribeca Film Festival is FRAUD’s World Premiere and the film is screening in competition.
Photos: Inside Look at Season 2 of Peacock's RUTHERFORD FALLS
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
In Season 2 of Peacock’s hit comedy RUTHERFORD FALLS, life-long best buds Nathan Rutherford (Ed Helms) and Reagan Wells (Jana Schmieding) help each other tackle work, romance, and major changes to their small town and the Native American reservation it borders, initiated by Tribal Casino C.E.O. Terry Thomas (Michael Greyeyes).
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2022
In Season 2 of Peacock’s hit comedy RUTHERFORD FALLS, life-long best buds Nathan Rutherford (Ed Helms) and Reagan Wells (Jana Schmieding) help each other tackle work, romance, and major changes to their small town and the Native American reservation it borders, initiated by Tribal Casino C.E.O. Terry Thomas (Michael Greyeyes).
HBO Announces THE JANES Documentary Premiere
by Michael Major - May 04, 2022
The film includes stirring accounts from the women who received abortions from the secret organization and the women at the center of “Jane,” including Heather Booth, Judith Arcana, Marie Leaner, Diane Stevens, Eleanor Oliver, and more, as well as insights from lawyers, doctors and others who reflect on the era.
by Michael Major - May 04, 2022
The film includes stirring accounts from the women who received abortions from the secret organization and the women at the center of “Jane,” including Heather Booth, Judith Arcana, Marie Leaner, Diane Stevens, Eleanor Oliver, and more, as well as insights from lawyers, doctors and others who reflect on the era.
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