Sci-Fi Sequel Hits Netflix On February 28
Back when the COVID-19 pandemic ruled the world in April 2020, “Code 8” dropped on Netflix to rave reviews. It’s the story of a little movie that could: Canadian director Jeff Chan fundraised $3.4 million to make his sci-fi genre picture, about a man…
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‘Succession’ Star Matthew Macfadyen & Michael Shannon To Lead Netflix Series For ‘Game Of Thrones’ Writers
Yesterday, Netflix announced new series “Death by Lightning,” a drama retelling the rise of US President James Garfield and his subsequent assassination by Charles Guiteau. It’s the next title from executive producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, under their deal with the streamer…
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Netflix 2024 Slate Trailer Reveals New Look At Beverly Hills Cop 4, Squid Game, Umbrella Academy & More
Summary Exciting Netflix trailer reveals upcoming seasons of Bridgerton, Squid Game, and The Umbrella Academy, as well as feature-length films like Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F and Hit Man. Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F brings back Eddie Murphy as Axel…
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‘Shōgun,’ ‘Airbender,’ ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ & More
After a minor dry spell of new releases, February is gearing up for a stacked slate. This includes major, highly buzzed-about series such as the remake of “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” and the long-awaited adaptation of “Avatar the Last Airbender.”…
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Donald Glover Reinvents Spy Life With A Darkly Comedic Take On Messy Marital Complications
It used to be kind of known as the “Nolan or ‘Dark Knight’ effect,” and it was arguably first widely felt in Sam Mendes’ “Skyfall,” where the English filmmaker admitted taking cues from the psychologically realistic, emotionally dark superhero film…
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‘Squid Games 2,’ Keira Knightley Spy Series ‘Black Doves’ & More
Netflix is doing its annual blitz, a big dog and pony show for the press that’s revealing its entire TV slate for 2024. Many heavy hitters are returning for 2024, including a confirmed “Squid Game,” season two, “Cobra Kai” season…
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Netflix’s Bela Bajaria Hypes A 2024 Slate Of Returning Hits And Potential International Breakouts
HOLLYWOOD – On Wednesday evening, in Netflix’s star-filled (literally) Tudum theater, the top execs of the world’s streaming giant met the press to discuss their 2024 television programs and films. Timed to the release of a new video preview that…
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Adult Swim’s Most-Watched 2023 Show, Royal Crackers, Sets Season 2 Date
Summary "Royal Crackers" season 2, the hit animated comedy, will premiere on Max on February 29, much to the excitement of Adult Swim fans. The new season will delve deeper into the characters' personal struggles, including daddy issues, self-acceptance, and…
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Ryan Murphy’s FX Anthology Series Returns With Nuanced, Smart Edition
At first, the concept behind the second installment of Ryan Murphy and FX’s “Feud” feels a bit too simple to maintain eight episodes of drama. How could one mine enough intrigue from the story of a writer bickering with his…
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Lawsuit Accuses WWE Founder Vince McMahon of Sexual Abuse and Trafficking
Summary Vince McMahon has resigned from TKO Group Holdings in response to the recent allegations of rape and sexual assault made against him. McMahon plans to vigorously defend himself and clear his name against the baseless accusations in the lawsuit…
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Issa Rae Is “Pessimistic” About Diversity In Hollywood After Noticing Black Stories “Are Less Of A Priority”
Over the past couple of years, there has been a trend with studios, networks, and streamers canceling series that feature Black leads. They’ve also been letting go of executives who were hired to ensure there were more diverse actors and…
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The Piney Woods School Story Trailer
We are only a few days away from February, which means we’re a few days away from Black History Month. Like many networks and streamers, Hulu will have an abundance of celebratory programming, but today they have provided The Playlist…
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