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The 20th Annual Imagenation Outdoors Festival to Launch with Aretha Franklin Bio-Pic RESPECT

by A.A. Cristi — June 23, 2022

ImageNation Film Festival's 20th Annual ImageNation Outdoors Festival kicks off Saturday July 9th thru September 10, 2022.

VIDEO: Showtime Shares THE CHI Season Five Trailer

by Michael Major — May 4, 2022

Watch the new trailer now for this season on THE CHI which delves deeply into the many joys and complications of Black love: relationships, children, career, community and self.

THE CHI to Return to Showtime This Summer

by Michael Major — April 19, 2022

Season five cast includes Jacob Latimore (Like a Boss), Alex Hibbert (Moonlight), Yolonda Ross (Treme), Shamon Brown Jr.

Earvin 'Magic' Johnson and Apple TV+ Celebrate World Premiere of THEY CALL ME MAGIC

by Marissa Tomeo — April 16, 2022

Earvin 'Magic' Johnson and Apple TV+ celebrateD the world premiere of the highly anticipated documentary event series, “They Call Me Magic,” ahead of its April 22 global debut.

VIDEO: AppleTV+ Releases Trailer for THEY CALL ME MAGIC

by Marissa Tomeo — March 12, 2022

“They Call Me Magic” offers a rare glimpse into the incredible real-life story of Johnson, who left his mark on history through his work—both on and off the court—and continues to impact our culture today.

Apple Announces Earvin 'Magic' Johnson Series THEY CALL ME MAGIC

by Michael Major — February 4, 2022

Apple TV announced today “They Call Me Magic,” the highly anticipated four-part documentary event that takes an illuminating, holistic look into the life and career of Earvin 'Magic' Johnson, one of the world’s most iconic figures.

Apple TV+ Announces New Earvin 'Magic' Johnson Docu-Series

by Michael Major — November 4, 2021

The four-part docuseries will explore the remarkable accomplishments and global impact of Johnson’s life, both on and off the court.

Showtime Renews THE CHI for Season Five

by TV News Desk — August 2, 2021

The fourth season, which just aired its finale last night, is averaging 4.

Showtime Releases Season Premiere of THE CHI

by Sarah Jae Leiber — May 21, 2021

Season four of THE CHI, Season three of BLACK MONDAY and the debut season of FLATBUSH MISDEMEANORS will officially premiere on SHOWTIME on Sunday, May 23.

THE CHI Will Return for a Fourth Season

by Sarah Jae Leiber — April 8, 2021

THE CHI is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption.

THE MANDALORIAN Season 2, Volume 1 Soundtrack Now Available

by Sarah Jae Leiber — November 20, 2020

Walt Disney Records releases the digital soundtrack from Season 2 of “The Mandalorian,” Lucasfilm’s multiple Emmy®-winning live-action series, streaming exclusively on Disney+.

VIDEO: Disney Plus Shares THE MANDALORIAN Season One Recap Video

by Sarah Leiber — October 28, 2020

In the second season, The Mandalorian and the Child continue their journey, facing enemies and rallying allies as they make their way through a dangerous galaxy.

VIDEO: Watch a Special Look at THE MANDALORIAN Season Two

by Sarah Leiber — October 20, 2020

Watch the exciting special look from Season 2 of “The Mandalorian” that debuted last night exclusively on ESPN’s “Monday Night Football,” during halftime of the National Football League (NFL) game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Dallas Cowboys.

Disney Plus Releases New Character Art for THE MANDALORIAN Season Two

by Sarah Jae Leiber — October 12, 2020

Today, Disney+ shared brand-new character artwork from the highly anticipated second season of Lucasfilm’s critically acclaimed series, “The Mandalorian.

Epix Sets Premiere Date for BY ANY MEANS NECESSARY Docuseries

by Sarah Jae Leiber — October 8, 2020

Premium television network EPIX® announced today that four-part docuseries By Whatever Means Necessary: The Times of Godfather of Harlem will premiere on November 8, 2020 at 10 PM ET/PT.

Roger Guenveur Smith Returns to the Stage Virtually With OTTO FRANK

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 17, 2020

Back by popular demand, Obie award-winning actor and writer Roger Guenveur Smith (Do The Right Thing) returns to the stage-- virtually -- with his new solo performance, OTTO FRANK, a historical account of the father of Anne Frank.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for Season Two of THE MANDALORIAN

by Sarah Leiber — September 15, 2020

Today, Disney+ shared the new trailer, key art and new images from the highly anticipated second season of Lucasfilm’s critically acclaimed series, “The Mandalorian.

THE CHI Renewed for Season Four on Showtime

by Sarah Jae Leiber — September 8, 2020

SHOWTIME has picked up the hit drama series THE CHI for a fourth season.

Showtime To Present Virtual Concert THE CHI WITH LOVE Raising Funds For The Equal Justice Initiative

by Kaitlin Milligan — June 16, 2020

SHOWTIME today announced a virtual concert dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the Equal Justice Initiative, along with a $500,000 donation by the network and ViacomCBS on behalf of its drama series THE CHI.

Frameline44 Reveals Frameline44 Pride Showcase Lineup

by Kaitlin Milligan — June 10, 2020

Frameline, the world's longest-running and largest showcase of queer cinema, is proud to announce the full program for the Frameline44 Pride Showcase taking place Thursday, June 25 through Sunday, June 28, 2020 in celebration of the 50th anniversary of San Francisco Pride.