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For two seasons, Fallout star Ella Purnell had the lead in a drama series called Sweetbitter for Starz. A couple of months ago, she returned to Starz in another show with “Sweet” in the title, this one called Sweetpea, which premiered as a Starz original in the United States and Canada in October. At the time, the show was being referred to as a six episode limited series, but now, Deadline has broken the news that Sky Studios and Starz has ordered season 2 of Sweetpea.

The short description of Sweetpea goes like this: “The girl everyone overlooks might just be able to get away with murder.” Here’s some more information: Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really,...

Ella Purnell stars as Rhiannon, a wildflower turned murderer in Sky/Starz series “Sweetpea,” and the twisted coming of rage tale has been renewed for season two, Deadline reports today.

Sky/Starz teased with the announcement that viewers will see “Rhiannon Lewis return with a vengeance as her killer secret continues to spiral, and she becomes more twisted than ever.”

In the Starz series, “Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really, really sick. Then everything in her life turns upside down. Rhiannon is pushed over the edge and loses control. Suddenly the wallflower is gone, and in its place is a young woman capable of anything… Rhiannon’s life transforms as she steps into a new,...

At the start of Sweetpea, the new Starz/Sky Atlantic series adaptation of Cj Skuse’s novel of the same name, Rhiannon Lewis (Ella Purnell) is having a bad life. In voice-over, she catalogues the people she’d like to kill in a list that ranges from the man spreader on the bus and the cashier at the store who is always on the phone, all the way up to her high school nemesis, Julia Blenkingsopp (Nicôle Lecky).

Rhiannon is a quintessential horror protagonist. She is shy and meek, working a dead end job as the receptionist at a newspaper where she is taken advantage of by work colleagues. She is introverted and overlooked, pining for a romance with a shitty guy who won’t acknowledge her in public. And she still lives at home with her father Tommy, who is in the hospital with a life-threatening illness that Rhiannon...

For two seasons, Fallout star Ella Purnell had the lead in a drama series called Sweetbitter for Starz. Now she returns to Starz in another show with “Sweet” in the title, this one a six episode limited series called Sweetpea, which is set to premiere as a Starz original in the United States and Canada on October 10th. A teaser trailer for this one dropped online a month ago, and now a full trailer has arrived and can be viewed in the embed above.

The short description of Sweetpea goes like this: “The girl everyone overlooks might just be able to get away with murder.” Here’s some more information: Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really,...

Starz just dropped a killer new trailer and key art for its upcoming dark comedy “Sweetpea,” premiering Thursday, October 10 (8pm Et/Pt). The six-part series stars Ella Purnell as Rhiannon Lewis, a quiet wallflower who develops a vengeful and intoxicatingly liberating taste for murder. At its core, the series is about a woman finally finding her voice, told through a uniquely dark and comedic lens.

Here’s the official description from Starz: Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really, really sick. Then everything in her life turns upside down. Rhiannon is pushed over the edge and loses control. Suddenly the wallflower is gone, and in its place is a young woman capable of anything… Rhiannon’s...

It's not so much "okey dokie," as it is "oh my god, help, she's trying to kill me!" in Fallout star Ella Purnell's new series, Sweetpea. After the first trailer intrigued audiences with a glimpse at this dark comedy, Sky and Starz have finally given the show an official release date, and it's arriving much sooner than you may have expected. Also giving the actress a chance to perform in her natural English accent, Sweetpea follows Rhiannon (Purnell), an often ignored woman with a failing relationship who finds unexpected delight in murder. The six-episode series, adapted from the novel by C.J. Skuse, sees Rhiannon desperately trying to hide her bloody secret from her boyfriend and colleagues.

Revealed in a new trailer, Sweetpea will release on Starz (US) and Sky (UK) on October 10. Set to La Roux's anthem, "In For The Kill," the new trailer unveils Rhiannon's list of...

Starz announced today that its new Sweetpea series will premiere on Thursday, October 10. The darkly comic coming-of-age story has already revealed a new trailer and key art.

Led by Ella Purnell, the Sweetpea series premieres on Thursday, October 10, at midnight on the Starz app. On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8 p.m. Et/Pt in the U.S. and on Friday, October 11 at 10 p.m. Et/Pt in Canada.

The following week, Sweetpea will move to Fridays, dropping at midnight on the Starz app and airing on linear at 8 p.m. Et/Pt in the U.S. and 10 p.m. Et/Pt in Canada for the remainder of the season.

The six-part episode series stars Ella Purnell as Rhiannon Lewis, a quiet wallflower who develops a vengeful and intoxicatingly liberating taste for murder. At its core, the series is about a woman finally finding her voice, told through...

Ella Purnell is serving up murder with a smile.

The “Yellowjackets” and “Fallout” actress leads Starz series “Sweetpea,” which is billed as a “deviously twisted coming-of-rage story.” The “Army of the Dead” alum Purnell returns to Starz after starring in another “sweet” series: The actress previously led the adaptation of Stephanie Danler’s novel “Sweetbitter” at the network back in 2018. Now, Purnell is both the lead star and executive producer of “Sweetpea,” another novel adaptation based on C.J. Skuse’s book.

The official synopsis reads: “Rhiannon Lewis (Purnell) doesn’t make much of an impression — people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really, really sick. Then everything in her life turns upside down. Rhiannon is pushed over the edge and loses control. Suddenly the wallflower is gone,...

Described as a “deviously twisted coming-of-rage story,” the six-part Starz series “Sweetpea” premieres on October 10, and Starz has released the full official trailer this morning.

Ella Purnell (“Yellowjackets,” “Fallout,” “Sweetbitter”) stars as Rhiannon, a quiet wallflower who develops a vengeful and intoxicatingly liberating taste for murder.

In the Starz series, “Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really, really sick. Then everything in her life turns upside down. Rhiannon is pushed over the edge and loses control. Suddenly the wallflower is gone, and in its place is a young woman capable of anything… Rhiannon’s life transforms as she steps into a new, intoxicating power, but can she keep her killer secret?”

The ensemble cast includes Nicôle Lecky (“Mood,...

Sky has unleashed a trailer for the twisted and darkly comic ‘coming-of-rage’ thriller ‘Sweetpea.’

Rhiannon Lewis (Ella Purnell) doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really, really sick. So far, so shit. Then everything in her life is turned upside down, and Rhiannon is pushed over the edge. She snaps. Suddenly the wallflower is gone, and in its place is a young woman capable of anything… Rhiannon’s life transforms as she steps into a new, intoxicating power, but can she keep her killer secret?

The ensemble cast includes Nicôle Lecky as Julia, Jon Pointing as Craig, Calam Lynch (Bridgerton) as Aj, Leah Harvey (Foundation) as Marina. Also starring Jeremy Swift (Ted Lasso) as Norman and Dustin Demri-Burns (Slow Horses) as Jeff.

Ella Purnell has turned to violent methods to make sure she’s not being overlooked anymore in the new Sky and Starz show Sweetpea.

The six-episode British revenge thriller follows Rhiannon Lewis (Purnell), a quiet wallflower that everyone overlooks, who develops a vengeful taste for murder. “At its core, the series is about a woman finally finding her voice, told through a uniquely dark and comedic lens,” per the logline.

“Sometimes I make a list of people who make me feel invisible,” Purnell says in the footage. “Sometimes I make a list of people I’d love to kill,” including “Donna in the mini market who is never happy to help, Norman from work for failing to acknowledge my potential” and “Julia Blenkinsopp, the bully who ruined my life.”

She adds, “I’m not a victim. Not anymore.”

The cast of Sweetpea, adapted from C.J. Skuse’s novel of the same name,...

Sky and Starz’ Sweetpea will drop October 10.

The networks have also unveiled an extended second trailer for the six-part show to build buzz, which can be watched above. From Kirstie Swain, Sweetpea stars Yellowjackets’ Ella Purnell as Rhiannon Lewis, a quiet wallflower who develops a vengeful and intoxicatingly liberating taste for murder.

The series, which will launch in October, is based on the cult novel by C.J. Skuse. Starz jumped aboard as U.S. co-producer earlier this year and Power of the Dog maker See-Saw Films is producing with its new Patrick Walters-led label fanboy.

Purnell is one of the hottest TV talents out there at present, having impressed as Jackie Taylor in Paramount+’s Yellowjackets and subsequently led Prime Video’s Fallout video game adpatation. She is joined by Nicôle Lecky playing Julia, Jon Pointing as Craig, Calam Lynch (Bridgerton) as Aj, Leah Harvey (Foundation) as Marina.

For two seasons, Fallout star Ella Purnell had the lead in a drama series called Sweetbitter for Starz. Now she returns to Starz in another show with “Sweet” in the title, this one a six episode limited series called Sweetpea, which is set to premiere as a Starz original in the United States and Canada sometime this October. While we wait to hear a specific premiere date, a teaser trailer for Sweetpea has arrived online and can be seen in the embed above.

The short description of Sweetpea goes like this: “The girl everyone overlooks might just be able to get away with murder.” Here’s some more information: Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really,...

Described as a “deviously twisted coming-of-rage story,” the six-part Starz series “Sweetpea” is headed our way this October, and the official teaser trailer has arrived this morning.

Ella Purnell stars as Rhiannon, a quiet wallflower who develops a vengeful and intoxicatingly liberating taste for murder.

In the Starz series, “Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really, really sick. Then everything in her life turns upside down. Rhiannon is pushed over the edge and loses control. Suddenly the wallflower is gone, and in its place is a young woman capable of anything… Rhiannon’s life transforms as she steps into a new, intoxicating power, but can she keep her killer secret?”

The ensemble cast includes Nicôle Lecky as Julia,...

Sky has unleashed the first teaser trailer for its upcoming “coming-of-rage” series, Sweetpea, starring Ella Purnell. Take a look:

Fresh off the success of Prime Video’s Fallout, Ella Purnell will next appear in Sky’s new series, which the broadcaster has labelled a “coming-of-rage” story.

Sweetpea is based on Cj Skuse’s novel of the same name and stars Purnell as Rhiannon, a shy and quiet woman who’s pushed over the edge, with murderous consequences.

Take a look at the first Sweetpea trailer below.

Now that’s how you do a proper teaser trailer. Running for a mere 26 seconds, it only hints at the series’ conflict. Purnell’s Rhiannon is seen neglected and ignored by the people around her and clearly, something happens to make her lose control as we see her covered in blood.

Here’s the full synopsis:

Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an...

Starz released the teaser today for the deviously twisted coming-of-age story Sweetpea, which will premiere this October. Ella Purnell stars as Rhiannon, a quiet wallflower who develops a vengeful and intoxicatingly liberating taste for murder.

Ella Purnell, who also serves as executive producer, said, “I truly cannot wait for the world to meet Sweetpea! I’ve loved exploring this incredibly complex character, as well as working alongside our dynamic cast and powerhouses Ella Jones, Kristie Swain, and Patrick Walters.”

The actress continued: “This has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my career so far. At its core, the series is about a woman finally finding her voice, told through a uniquely dark and comedic lens. I hope audiences have as much fun going on Rhiannon Lewis’ wild, coming-of-rage journey as we did bringing it to life.”

Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past...

No one does murder quite like Ella Purnell. The “Yellowjackets” and “Fallout” actress next leads the upcoming Starz series “Sweetpea,” which is billed as a “deviously twisted coming-of-rage story.”

Purnell stars as Rhiannon, a quiet wallflower who develops a vengeful and intoxicatingly liberating taste for murder after her life is upended. She’s overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is sick.

So how does Rhiannon cope? Well, according to this first teaser, all it takes is a cathartic scream and blood on her hands to cleanse her anger. Nicôle Lecky, Jon Pointing, Calam Lynch, Leah Harvey, Jeremy Swift, and Dustin Demri-Burns co-star.

“Army of the Dead” alum Purnell returns to Starz after starring in another “sweet” series: The actress previously led the adaptation of Stephanie Danler’s novel “Sweetbitter” at the network back in 2018. Now, Purnell is both the lead...

Here’s a first look at buzzy Sky/Starz series Sweetpea starring Fallout’s Ella Purnell.

Penned and EP’d by Pure writer Kirstie Swain, Sweetpea follows Rhiannon Lewis, who doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance, she’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really sick. But when she’s pushed over the edge and loses control, the wallflower is gone, replaced by a young woman capable of anything.

The series, which will launch in October, is based on the cult novel by C.J. Skuse. Starz jumped aboard as U.S. co-producer last month and Power of the Dog maker See-Saw Films is producing with its new Patrick Walters-led label fanboy.

Purnell is one of the hottest TV talents out there at present, having impressed...

Ella Purnell is out for sweet revenge in the Starz network's new series Sweetpea. The Fallout star plays an average girl next door with a dark secret.

Starz has secured the U.S. and Canadian rights to air Sweetpea, a six-part series adapted from C.J. Skuse's novel of the same name. Ella Purnell (Fallout) leads the cast and will also serve as an executive producer under See-Saw Films and Sky Studios. Sweetpea stars Purnell as Rhiannon, "a quiet wallflower who develops a vengeful and intoxicatingly liberating taste for murder," according to the official synopsis (via Forbes). The adapted screenplay is co-written by Kirstie Swain, Krissie Ducker, Laura Jayne Tunbridge, and Selina Lim; Ella Jones will helm the project as director and executive producer.

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Ella Purnell headlines the new Starz series based on the popular novel of the same name. Sweetpea stars Purnell as Rhiannon, a young woman who takes up a dark hobby. Purnell is also returning to TV in Fallout Season 2.

English actress Ella Purnell is going from the optimistic Lucy McLean that Fallout fans fell in love with, to a violent serial killer with her next role in the Starz thriller Sweetpea. The new series, based on the novel by C.J. Skuse, is Purnell's first TV role since Prime Video's post-apocalyptic Fallout.

The first image of Ella Purnell in Sweetpea (courtesy of TVLine) showcases the actor's dysfunctional and murderous character, Rhiannon. Struggling with her crumbling life, including a nonchalant boyfriend, a dead-end job, and having to care for her ill father, Rhiannon finds a new, exhilarating hobby: murder. This naturally leads to complications in her normal life, and Rhiannon struggles to...

Starz has landed the U.S. and Canada rights to a British revenge thriller starring Fallout’s Ella Purnell.

The premium cable outlet will air Sweetpea later this year. The drama is based on a 2017 novel by C.J. Skuse and stars Purnell as a quiet young woman who develops a taste for murder. Purnell is also an executive producer.

The series from See-Saw Films, Fanboy and Sky Studios is also set to air on Sky Atlantic in the U.K.

“We’re excited to partner again with Ella Purnell and Sky Studios on such a fresh, boundary-breaking story,” said Alison Hoffman, president domestic networks at Starz. “This darkly comedic tale of revenge is sure to thrill viewers, as is Ella’s performance as a woman who finds her voice and claims her agency in ways that are devious and shocking.”

Sweetpea marks a return to Starz for Purnell, who starred...

Starz has acquired the U.S. and Canada rights to the deviously twisted coming-of-‘rage’ story Sweetpea, starring Ella Purnell, who will also serve as executive producer. Purnell stars as Rhiannon, a quiet wallflower who develops a vengeful and intoxicatingly liberating taste for murder.

Sweetpea is produced by See-Saw Films and fanboy in association with Sky Studios. The six-part series was acquired directly from Sky Studios and will debut in 2024 as a Starz original in the U.S. and Canada.

“We’re excited to partner again with Ella Purnell and Sky Studios on such a fresh, boundary-breaking story,” said Alison Hoffman, President of Domestic Networks, Starz. “This darkly comedic tale of revenge is sure to thrill viewers, as is Ella’s performance as a woman who finds her voice and claims her agency in ways that are devious and shocking.”

Rhiannon Lewis doesn’t make much of an impression – people...

Starz hit the Television Critics Assn. press tour Thursday with a new tagline (“We’re All Adults Here”) and news on several new and returning series — including a greenlight for the yakker “Fat Joe Talks” (hosted by the “What’s Luv” hip-hop star) and news that it had acquired the U.S. and Canada broadcast rights to “Sweetpea,” a new drama starring and executive produced by Ella Purnell.

Starz also announced new castmembers for its upcoming spinoff “Spartacus: House of Ashur,” the latest series in the “Spartacus” universe. Graham McTavish joins the cast as Ashur’s Doctore, who trains the gladiators. Tenika Davis (“Jupiter’s Legacy”) will play the first female gladiator in the “Spartacus” universe, described as “a fierce warrior driven to surpass her male counterparts and earn her freedom.”

Joining them are Jamaica Vaughan (“Home and Away”) as “Hilara,” a young, elevated house slave, deeply in love with Ashur...

Starz has boarded dark British series Sweetpea, starring Yellowjackets and Fallout star Ella Purnell.

The series, which comes from Kirstie Swain, was originally ordered by UK pay broadcaster Sky in 2020, as revealed by Deadline. Starz has acquired the U.S. and Canadian rights to the six-part series and will air it later this year.

The series follows Rhiannon Lewis, played by Purnell, who doesn’t make much of an impression-people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really, really sick. Then everything in her life turns upside down. Rhiannon is pushed over the edge and loses control. Suddenly the wallflower is gone, and in its place is a young woman capable of anything… Rhiannon’s life transforms as she steps into anew, intoxicating power, but can she keep her killer secret?...

Hold onto your seats because “La Brea” is back with Season 3, Episode 5, titled “The Road Home, Part 1.” This gripping sci-fi series continues to captivate audiences with its intriguing storyline, and you won’t want to miss this installment. Tune in to NBC on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 9:00 Pm for an action-packed episode that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.

In this episode, tensions run high as a traitor emerges among the survivors, leading to a deadly confrontation. The shocking revelation of the traitor’s identity sends shockwaves through the group. Meanwhile, the mystery surrounding Eve’s disappearance deepens, leaving everyone in suspense.

“The Road Home, Part 1” is set to be a thrilling installment that delves deeper into the complex dynamics of the survivors and the enigmatic world of La Brea. As the group faces internal strife and external threats, viewers can expect a rollercoaster of emotions and unexpected twists.

In the upcoming episode of “La Brea,” airing at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, on NBC, viewers can brace themselves for intense drama in Season 3 Episode 4 titled “Fire Storm.” As a massive fire breaks out, panic ensues, compelling everyone to flee for their lives. Sam and Lucas step up to lead the group’s fight for survival, navigating the chaos and dangers that come with the raging flames.

Amidst the firestorm, Gavin faces a personal crisis as he is kidnapped by a mysterious woman with an unexpected connection to his past life. This enigmatic character holds the potential to unravel the secrets surrounding Eve, providing Gavin with the answers he has desperately sought.

Tune in to NBC at 9:00 Pm for an episode of “La Brea” that promises gripping moments, high-stakes survival, and the unfolding of intricate mysteries. With the characters facing both the literal and metaphorical fires, “Fire Storm...

In the much-anticipated Season 3 Episode 3 of NBC’s “La Brea,” titled “Maya,” viewers are in for a riveting adventure as Gavin and Sam embark on a quest to uncover a secret military base. The plot takes an unexpected twist when an old colleague of Gavin’s enters the scene, holding potentially crucial clues to locating Eve. As Ty and Sam strategize on bringing their friends home, the journey becomes even more complex when Ty is confronted by his own haunting past demons.

With a mix of mystery, suspense, and personal revelations, “La Brea” continues to captivate audiences with its time-bending narrative and the challenges faced by its characters in a world of prehistoric wonders and contemporary enigmas. Tune in to NBC at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, for an episode that promises to unravel more secrets and intensify the gripping storyline of “La Brea.”

Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Tuesday...

Gear up for an adrenaline-pumping episode of “La Brea” with Season 3 Episode 2, titled “Don’t Look Up,” set to captivate audiences on NBC at 9:00 Pm this Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

In this gripping installment, the survivors find themselves in a precarious situation as they try to assimilate with the villagers at the fort. However, their newfound peace is shattered when a relentless flock of vicious pterodactyls descends upon their sanctuary, threatening to unleash chaos.

As the tension rises, Ty, one of the central characters, faces a crossroads in his journey. Seeking guidance and assistance, he turns to an old friend, sparking intrigue and raising questions about the challenges that lie ahead.

With its mix of suspense, action, and unexpected twists, “La Brea” continues to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Don’t miss the heart-pounding drama unfold in “Don’t Look Up” at 9:00 Pm on NBC.

Release Date & Time: 9:...

Gear up for an adrenaline-packed return with the Season 3 premiere of “La Brea” titled “Sierra,” airing on NBC at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. As the survivors grapple with the aftermath of a devastating dinosaur attack that obliterates their makeshift haven, the quest for a new refuge intensifies.

Gavin takes center stage as he unearths a crucial clue regarding Eve’s whereabouts. However, the pursuit of this lead comes at a hefty cost, unraveling a chain of tragic consequences that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

The stakes are higher than ever as the characters navigate a perilous world filled with prehistoric dangers and unforeseen challenges. Brace yourself for an epic journey as “La Brea” kicks off its highly anticipated Season 3 with the gripping episode “Sierra” on NBC at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.

Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Tuesday 9 January 2024 on NBC

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The label’s first project is Sky’s eight-part black comedy Sweetpea.

See-Saw Films has handed Heartstopper executive producer Patrick Walters his own label.

Fanboy aims to focus on high-end drama that explores worlds and genres that are fresh and original, celebrating unique and underdog perspectives. Its TV output will be overseen by Walters, alongside Helen Gregory, Iain Canning and Emile Sherman for See-Saw.

The label’s first project is Sky’s eight-part black comedy Sweetpea, which is based on Cj Skuse’s 2017 novel and was first announced three years ago.

Yellowjackets’ Ella Purnell stars as Rhiannon Lewis, who is stuck in a dead relationship,...

Ella Purnell (“Yellowjackets”) will star in and executive produce “Sweetpea,” a female driven original drama series from pay TV operator Sky.

The series is adapted from C.J. Skuse’s novel of the same name by writer and executive producer Kirstie Swain (“Pure”), and written by Kirstie Swain (“Run”) and Krissie Ducker (“Killing Eve”), alongside Laura Jayne Tunbridge (“Nights”) and Selina Lim (“Sex Education”). The series will be directed by Ella Jones (“The Baby”), who also serves as executive producer.

Purnell stars as Rhiannon Lewis, who doesn’t make much of an impression – people walk past her in the street without a second glance. She’s continually overlooked for a promotion at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her dad is really sick. Then everything in her life turns upside down. Rhiannon is pushed over the edge and loses control. Rhiannon’s life transforms as she steps into a new,...

The six teams each received £30,000 of development funding.

Netflix, in partnership with non-profit Creative UK, has unveiled the six teams and projects selected for Breakout, the filmmaking programme launched to discover and support talented up-and-coming storytellers in the UK, with participants including Screen Star of Tomorrow Helen Simmons and children’s TV star and presenter Kim Tserkezie.

Emerging filmmakers are given the funding and opportunity to advance their debut feature into development with the partnership and support of Netflix. The selected teams comprise talent who haven’t yet made a feature but whose work has garnered industry or public attention.

Michelle Vergara Moore as Ella, Zyra Gorecki as Izzy, and Eoin Macken as Gavin in ‘La Brea’ season 2 episode 2 (Photo by: Sarah Enticknap/NBC)

NBC’s renewed the sci-fi action drama La Brea for a third season. The news arrives just hours ahead of the second season’s return after a lengthy winter break.

Season two stars Natalie Zea as Eve Harris, Eoin Macken plays Gavin Harris, Jon Seda is Dr. Samuel Velez, Nicholas Gonzalez plays Levi Delgado, Josh McKenzie is Lucas, and Zyra Gorecki stars as Izzy Harris. Jack Martin plays Josh Harris, Veronica St. Clair is Riley Velez, Chiké Okonkwo is Ty Coleman, Rohan Mirchandaney is Scott Israni, Tonantzin Carmelo is Paara, Lily Santiago plays Veronica Castillo, and Michelle Vergara Moore stars as Ella Jones.

David Appelbaum created the series and serves as showrunner and executive producer. Avi Nir, Alon Shtruzman, Peter Traugott, Rachel Kaplan, Chris Hollier, Adam Davidson,...

The second half of a two-hour La Brea midseason premiere airs on January 31, 2023. Season two episode nine, “Murder in the Clearing,” will premiere immediately following “Stampede” at 10pm Et/Pt.

Natalie Zea stars as Eve Harris, Eoin Macken plays Gavin Harris, Jon Seda is Dr. Samuel Velez, Nicholas Gonzalez plays Levi Delgado, Josh McKenzie is Lucas, and Zyra Gorecki stars as Izzy Harris. Jack Martin plays Josh Harris, Veronica St. Clair is Riley Velez, Chiké Okonkwo is Ty Coleman, Rohan Mirchandaney is Scott Israni, Tonantzin Carmelo is Paara, Lily Santiago plays Veronica Castillo, and Michelle Vergara Moore stars as Ella Jones.

“Murder In The Clearing” Plot: When a Survivor is murdered, Lucas and Sam lead a contentious investigation to find the killer. Gavin embarks on a mission to save Eve from the fateful vision he’s had of her death. Eve finds herself closer than ever to seeing it come true.

When NBC’s La Brea season two finally returns from its long winter break it will be with an episode that finds Josh missing. While the rest of the group, except for Levi who remained behind, jumped into a sinkhole, Josh apparently either didn’t make the leap or was taken by someone as soon as he landed.

Season two episode eight, “Stampede,” will air at 9pm on January 31, 2023 followed by episode nine, “Murder in the Clearing,” at 10pm Et/Pt.

Natalie Zea stars as Eve Harris, Eoin Macken plays Gavin Harris, Jon Seda is Dr. Samuel Velez, Nicholas Gonzalez plays Levi Delgado, Josh McKenzie is Lucas, and Zyra Gorecki stars as Izzy Harris. Jack Martin plays Josh Harris, Veronica St. Clair is Riley Velez, Chiké Okonkwo is Ty Coleman, Rohan Mirchandaney is Scott Israni, Tonantzin Carmelo is Paara, Lily Santiago plays Veronica Castillo, and Michelle Vergara Moore stars as Ella Jones.

NBC’s time-traveling drama La Brea returns for season two with an episode that finds Gavin, Izzy, and Ella beginning their trek from Seattle’s sinkhole dropoff to Los Angeles. Season two episode one, “The Next Day,” is set to air on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at 9pm Et/Pt.

NBC’s confirmed season two will consist of 14 episodes, up from season one’s 10.

Natalie Zea stars as Eve Harris, Eoin Macken plays Gavin Harris, Jon Seda is Dr. Samuel Velez, Nicholas Gonzalez plays Levi Delgado, Josh McKenzie is Lucas, and Zyra Gorecki stars as Izzy Harris. Jack Martin plays Josh Harris, Veronica St. Clair is Riley Velez, Chiké Okonkwo is Ty Coleman, Rohan Mirchandaney is Scott Israni, Tonantzin Carmelo is Paara, Lily Santiago plays Veronica Castillo, and Michelle Vergara Moore stars as Ella Jones.

David Applebaum (The Mentalist) created the series and serves as executive producer and showrunner. Avi Nir, Alon Shtruzman,...

Exclusive: NBC’s La Brea has upped Tonantzin Carmelo and Michelle Vergara Moore to series regulars for Season 2. Both actors were recurring guest stars last season. Production on the show’s sophomore turn is currently underway in Australia.

Carmelo will return to 10,000 B.C. in the role of Paara who is from the Tongva tribe and the leader of the village at the Fort. She is strong and commanding with a reasonable and sympathetic spirit. She saves Ty’s (Chiké Okonkwo) life but in Season 2, when the survivors at the clearing come into conflict with the fort’s villagers, he increasingly finds himself torn between his loyalty to his friends and his growing relationship with Paara.

Vergara Moore is back as Ella Jones, an artist in her 40s who comes to realize the unexplainable visions she draws in her artwork are actually memories from her past life in 10,000 BC. Upon...

A mother falls from a cliff, tumbling to her death, but her baby lands in the arms of a childless Natasha (Michelle de Swarte), who never wanted kids.

HBO horror-comedy “The Baby” keeps it simple: Motherhood is a mess, especially if you add in murder. The HBO Original eight-episode limited series premieres Sunday, April 24, with episodes being available to stream on HBO Max. “The Baby” is created by Siân Robins-Grace and Lucy Gaymer and produced by Sister and Proverbial Pictures. Check out the trailer below.

Per an official synopsis, Natasha (De Swarte) grapples with her newfound, and wholly unexpected, parenthood, as the baby manipulates, controls, and yes, even kills those around her. As Natasha discovers the true extent of the baby’s deadly nature, she makes increasingly desperate attempts to get rid of it. She doesn’t want a baby. But the baby definitely wants her.

Amira Ghazalla also stars as Mrs.

The Baby: "The HBO original eight-episode limited series The Baby, from creators Siân Robins-Grace and Lucy Gaymer, debuts on Sunday, April 24 (10:30-11:00 p.m. Et/Pt) on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max. A horror comedy co-production with Sky, and produced by Sister and Proverbial Pictures, The Baby presents a darkly funny, raw examination of motherhood, from the perspective of a woman who doesn’t want to be one.

Michelle De Swarte (“The Duchess”) stars as 38-year-old Natasha, who is furious that her closest friends are all having babies. But when she is unexpectedly landed with a baby of her own, her life dramatically implodes. Controlling, manipulative, but incredibly cute, the baby twists Natasha’s life into a surreal horror show. As she discovers the true extent of the baby’s deadly nature, Natasha makes increasingly desperate attempts to get rid of it.

HBO has set an April premiere date for horror comedy series The Baby, a co-production with Sky. The eight-episode series will debut Sunday, April 24 at 10:30 Pm on HBO and will stream on HBO Max.

We’re also getting a first look at the series in a teaser trailer (which appropriately begins with a crying baby).

The Baby, from debut screenwriter Siân Robins-Grace, Lucy Gaymer and Cherynobyl producer Sister, is a darkly funny, raw examination of motherhood, from the perspective of a woman who doesn’t want to be one.

It stars Michelle De Swarte as 38-year-old Natasha, who is furious that her closest friends are all having babies. But when she is unexpectedly landed with a baby of her own, her life dramatically implodes. Controlling, manipulative, but incredibly cute, the baby twists Natasha’s life into a surreal horror show. As she discovers the true extent of the baby’s deadly nature,...

In today’s Global Bulletin, BBC Two and BBC Music announce a behind-the-scenes Amy Winehouse doc; Netflix supports a new series development masters program in Italy; M6 commissions a French version of “Domino Effect”; and Red Arrow unveils its MipTV lineup.

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BBC Two and BBC Music have commissioned a documentary feature celebrating the life and legacy of musician Amy Winehouse. Working titled “Amy Winehouse: 10 Years On,” the film will exploit the benefit of a decade of hindsight to paint a more holistic picture of Amy Winehouse the person, rather than the troubled public figure which is often presented of her.

The special is told largely from the point of view of Janis Winehouse, Amy’s mother. Suffering from Ms, which threatens her long-term memory, Janis was motivated to show the world the Amy she knew, and immortalized her memories on film while she still can.

“I don’t feel...

Michaela Coel, Lenny Abrahamson’s “Normal People” and “The Masked Singer” were among the winners of the U.K.’s Royal Television Society (Rts) Craft & Design Awards.

Coel won the 2020 Rts special award for her groundbreaking BBC/HBO show “I May Destroy You.” In presenting the award to Coel, the judges said: “This piece sits in the true spirit of the craft and design Awards. The astonishing level of detail in all aspects of this production was humbling to see. A truly distinctive, highly creative and exemplary piece of work, in which the winner had also corralled outstanding demonstrations of expert craft skills across all the production disciplines.”

Lenny Abrahamson won best director of drama for smash hit BBC/Hulu show “Normal People.” “Beautiful, stylish and confident. This was the work of an elite director, skilfully providing the space for his actors to shine and their chemistry to transmit through the lens.

The projects will pitch to executives on July 2-3.

Online development marketplace Filmarket Hub has announced the projects in development selected for the UK Online Pitchbox, the new virtual pitch event that runs July 2-3, in partnership with Film London.

Teams representing seven British feature films and scripted series will pitch to companies including Bankside Films, BBC Films, Curzon, Entertainment One, Film4, FilmWave, Gaumont, Lionsgate, NBCUniversal International Scripted, Neal Street Productions, Protagonist Pictures, Studiocanal, SunnyMarch Productions and Wild Bunch TV.

Selected feature films in development Amrit, written and directed by Rory D. Bentley Ice, written by Stéphanie Joalland, produced by...

Mentors include Becky Martin, Nia DaCosta, Bart Layton, Stephen Beresford and Michael Pearce.

The BFI and Bafta have revealed 16 emerging filmmakers and the mentors who will guide them as part of their ongoing initiative to develop talent from under-represented groups.

Veep director Becky Martin and Candyman writer-director Nia DaCosta are among those who will mentor upcoming talent as part of the second BFI Network x Bafta Crew Mentoring scheme.

Others who will provide bespoke support, advice and guidance to young filmmakers as they work toward their first feature or major commission include American Animals director Bart Layton, Pride screenwriter Stephen...

Exclusive: Funding body greenlights shorts from women directors.

Creative England has greenlit six comedy shorts for its iShorts+ Funny Girls initiative, run in partnership with Big Talk and Baby Cow, as part of the BFI Net.Work.

The initiative aims to find “bold, entertaining and original stories” from new female screen comedy talent.

The six finalist films were selected from around 240 applicant teams nationwide, after they attended seminars by comedy writers such as The Inbetweeners’ Simon Bird and Man Up’s Tess Morris, among others. There were also sessions with development executives and comedy script editors.

Each of the finalists has now received £10,000 ($15,000) towards the budget of their films from Creative England, as well as additional financial contributions and mentoring, and will all go into production in the next three months.

Celine Haddad, senior film executive at Creative England, said: “We’re incredibly excited to give the six selected filmmakers a platform to showcase and further hone their...

Soul singer Smokey Robinson is embroiled in a bitter family feud with his niece in the wake of his sister's death, amid accusations he abandoned the women financially as she battled cancer. Robinson's sister Rose Ella Jones lost her battle against stomach cancer on April 26. The former nurse played a big part in Robinson's early career, helping him write hits including "Quiet Storm" and "Virgin Man".

According to her daughter, Stacye Jones, Robinson, who was supporting the pair by providing $1,225 in monthly rent, stopped writing cheques after he was asked to pay for his sister's at-home nurse. Jones tells the National Enquirer, "I asked Smokey if he would pay for home nursing. He told me coldly, 'Your mother never did anything for me. Let the state look after her.' It broke my heart, but I had to put her into a home."

"Smokey's accountant wrote to me right away...