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Last month, on June 13, the state of Israel launched a strike against Iran, striking around 100 targets including missile factories and nuclear facilities. That set off an exchange of firepower between the two nations that has thankfully, at least as of this writing, stopped.

According to The New York Post, the June 13 strike killed around 30 top Iranian military officials, including the three most senior generals. That may be why the operation, according to The Times of Israel, was code-named "Red Wedding."

On the TV show Game of Thrones, the Red Wedding is the name given to an event that goes down at the Twins, a castle in the Riverlands. Robb Stark and his army arrive at the castle hoping to cement a military alliance with Lord Walder Frey by marrying Robb's uncle Edmure to one of Lord Walder's daughters. Things seem to be going well...until Lord Walder, offended that Robb...

Exclusive: After five years in the Writers Guild of America’s really bad books, The Irishman producer Randall Emmett has settled his debt with the Guild over not paying four scribes for work on a TV series.

Under an agreement with the Guild worked out over the past few weeks, Emmett wired $630,000 to the WGA West this morning. The Guild confirmed to Deadline that the funds have been received, but had no further comment.

Emmett will be coming off the Guild’s Strike/Unfair List, I hear.

The producer has been on the WGA Strike/Unfair List since 2020 after two of his companies — Emmett Furla Oasis Films, LLC and Pumped, LLC — failed to pay an arbitration award of $477,000 to four writers for work they did on the never made TV series Pump. The show was supposed to star Arnold Schwarzenegger but he exited the project, bringing it to a premature close.

J.K. Rowling has shared her excitement about the new Harry Potter TV series coming to HBO in 2026. She said she read the first two episodes and loved them, saying on X (formerly Twitter), “I read the first two episodes of the forthcoming HBO Harry Potter series and they are So, So, So Good!” Rowling also made it clear she isn’t writing the show herself, but said, “No, but I’ve worked closely with the extremely talented writers.”

I read the first two episodes of the forthcoming HBO Harry Potter series and they are So, So, So Good!

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 21, 2025

This new series will be a reboot of the original Harry Potter books, turning each book into one season of television. That means there will be seven seasons in total. HBO and Warner Bros. are producing it, and filming is set to start in the summer...

Acorn TV today released the official trailer and key art for season four of the fan-favorite crime drama, The Madame Blanc Mysteries.

Created by and starring Sally Lindsay, the thrilling series is set to return with a two-episode premiere on Monday, July 7 in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Additional episodes of the seven-episode season will drop weekly on the platform.

The fourth season of The Madame Blanc Mysteries returns to the wonderful world of Sainte Victoire, packed with unusual antiques and objéts d’art, murder, mystery, sunshine, and laughter. Lindsay returns as Jean White, who is navigating a fledgling romance with her sidekick Dom Hayes, played by Steve Edge.

Co-writer Sue Vincent stars as mechanic Gloria Beaushaw, while Robin Askwith and Sue Holderness reprise their roles as eccentric married couple Jeremy and Judith Lloyd James.

Alex Gaumond is also back as Chief of Police André Caron. Tony Robinson...

Acorn TV’s captivating crime drama The Madame Blanc Mysteries, created by and starring Sally Lindsay, is set to return with a two-episode premiere on Monday, July 7 in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Additional episodes of the seven-episode fourth season will drop weekly on the platform.

Photo courtesy of Acorn TV

The fourth season of The Madame Blanc Mysteries returns to the wonderful world of Sainte Victoire, packed with unusual antiques and objéts d’art, murder, mystery, sunshine, and laughter.

Sally Lindsay returns as Jean White, who is navigating a fledgling romance with her sidekick Dom Hayes, played by Steve Edge.

Photo courtesy of Acorn TV

Co-writer Sue Vincent stars as mechanic Gloria Beaushaw, while Robin Askwith and Sue Holderness reprise their roles as eccentric married couple Jeremy and Judith Lloyd James.

Alex Gaumond is back as Chief of Police André Caron.

Photo courtesy of Acorn TV

Tony Robinson...

Paramount+ May 2025 Schedule ( Photo Credit – Facebook; Instagram )

The month of may has brought forward an exciting lineup of films, series, and reality shows to binge this summer. Paramount+ has a full slate of interesting releases including the premiere of David Beckam’s talk show Beckham & Friends Live and the seasons of some popular reality shows.

American Music Awards are set to happen this month and will be available to stream on the digital giant. Scary Movie films and seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race are also included in the diverse lineup of the digital platform. Here’s what it set to release on Paramount+ during the month of May.

Paramount+ May 2025: Everything On Release Schedule This Month

Note: The releases marked with the Paramount+ Showtime bracket will be available only to those with the Paramount+ and Showtime subscription tier. The releases not marked will be available for subscribers of all tiers.

Andor's second season has everyone talking, with many citing it as one of the best Star Wars shows of all time, and the two-and-a-half-year wait now seems worth every second. One of the show's best aspects is its killer cast, with the franchise known for not always nailing their ensembles, and Andor a perfect example of this process completed with aplomb. With that in mind, many might be inspired to look to their favorite Andor stars and take a peek into the rest of their catalog. One such star is Denise Gough, known for her no-nonsense portrayal of Imperial supervisor, Dedra Meero. Right now, not only is Gough dazzling in Andor's second outing, but she is also an integral part of a brand-new British thriller streaming on Hulu: The Stolen Girl.

With three of the series' five episodes now released, critics simply can't get enough, with the show officially...

Jack Wagner joined General Hospital as Frisco Jones. When he left, he thought his soap opera past was behind him. He had no interest in joining Melrose Place. At first, he nearly skipped the audition.

Soap Opera Strike

Wagner reflected on his acting career during his interview on the Still The Place podcast. He spoke to hosts Courtney Thorne-Smith, Daphne Zuniga, and Laura Leighton about his audition for Melrose Place. Wagner almost didn’t star on the sexy primetime drama. He didn’t want to do another soap like Gh.

It wasn’t the genre that he was against. Wagner feared that he would get typecast. When his agent suggested the role as Dr. Peter Burns, he tossed the thought aside. Wagner was asked to audition for the show. His initial reaction was, “No chance. I’m not doing it. It feels like a soap.”

Then, there was one thing that changed his mind.

Spoiler Alert: The following interview contains details about Andor Season 2 episodes 1-3.

Deadline: What a great way to begin a Star Wars series, with Cassian wrangling that tie-fighter. For anyone who has played a Star Wars video game, that’s bliss. Was that a love letter to the fans?

Tony Gilroy: It was a really, cool fun idea. It does a bunch of things for me. It provides Cassian’s contact with the young woman at the beginning. It shows what Cassian has been doing for the last year, what he’s been doing for Luthen. It reenforces the very thing he told Luthen in their first meeting: You walk in like you belong. He’s the stud that should be doing this. Then he doesn’t know how to fly it. It’s a testing. But the whole scene is a bit of an answer to anyone who...

Get ready to say hello, hello to the English dub of Bye Bye, Earth Season 2, because new episodes begin streaming on Crunchyroll from Friday, April 18 with the below cast and crew! Bye Bye, Earth Season 2 English Dub Episode 1 Cast Belle voiced by Megan Shipman Benedictine voiced by Elise Baughman Bennett voiced by Sean Letourneau Gwyn voiced by Ethan Condon Mist voiced by Katie Wetch Kitty voiced by Kyle Igneczi Bye Bye, Earth Season 2 English Dub Episode 1 Crew Voice Director: Lee George Producer: Zach Bolton Adaptation: Domonique French Mixer: Rickey Watkins Engineer: Sawyer Pfledderer Related: To Be Hero X English Dub Reveals Cast & Crew, Same-Day Release Key Art Related: Crunchyroll Spring 2025 Dubs Include Fire Force Season 3 and More Based on the novel by Tow Ubukata, Yasuto Nishikata ( Hortensia Saga ) directs Bye Bye, Earth at studio Liden Films, with series composition by Hiroyuki Yoshino ( Strike the Blood ), character designs by Yuki Hino...

The NCIS: Sydney season finale airs later this month on CBS.

This is the second season of the Australian-based spin-off, giving fans of the genre something unique to watch on Friday nights.

NCIS: Sydney was supposed to be a streaming-only show, but the Writers Strike from last year opened the CBS schedule for new programming.

CBS decided to air NCIS: Sydney’s first season episodes in primetime, and it caught on with millions of viewers.

NCIS: Sydney Season 2 was added to the Friday night schedule for this winter and spring.

Now the season is beginning to wrap up, and we have details on the final episodes of the spring.

When is the NCIS: Sydney season finale?

The NCIS: Sydney Season 2 finale airs on Friday, April 25 at 8/7c.

Sting in the Tail is the name of the season-ending installment.

“The team races to find a missing stinger missile on the eve...

Every parent's worst nightmare is the child going missing, something that frames the entire narrative of the upcoming Freeform and Hulu production, The Stolen Girl. Based on the best-selling novel Playdate by Alex Dahl, The Stolen Girl is reportedly set as a five-part series, with each episode ready to uncover the mystery behind the kidnapping of a young girl and the Europe-wide hunt that ensues. With excitement for the series high, one of its stars, Strike and The Capture's Holliday Grainger, has spoken to Radio Times about her role in the upcoming project.

After first admitting she was "interested in playing a damaged character who comes from a place of trauma and grief but doesn't really show it," Grainger added, "You can't play a character you think is flat out crazy. You've got to find the psychological realism in there, so I did speak to a psychotherapist to make...

One of the most critically acclaimed thrillers to hail from the BBC in the past few years, The Capturehas taken audiences by storm and delivered pulse-racing, breathless thrills across two seasons to date. Following the desperate cliffhanger that left millions on edge just over two years ago, fans have been waiting patiently for news of what is to come next for Holliday Grainger's Rachel Carey and co. Well, that news has finally arrived. As announced via Radio Times, The Capture will be returning for a third season, and it seems this one is going to be the biggest of the lot.

Season 3 will see the ever-brilliant Grainger return to her lead role, one she is joined in by returning starsIndira Varma, Ben Miles, Lia Williams, Ginny Holder, Ron Perlman, Nigel Lindsay, Tessa Wong, and Daisy Waterstone. However, the biggest cast news comes in a new arrival, with Grainger's fellow...

Tom Burke, known for his work in “Furiosa” and the BBC series “Strike,” is gearing up for a major role in the upcoming “Blade Runner 2099” series on Prime Video. This series will pick up after the events of the iconic Blade Runner films, continuing the exploration of what it means to be human in a world full of advanced technology and artificial beings.

While details about the plot remain under wraps, Burke teased some exciting aspects of the series. He revealed that Blade Runner 2099 will have a visual style much closer to the original Blade Runner film, directed by Ridley Scott, than its sequel, Blade Runner 2049. Burke describes the aesthetic as a “Baroque, eclectic mix of cultures and time periods,” which fans of the original movie will likely recognize.

This return to the classic style means the series will feature the same dark, futuristic world where questions about humanity,...

One of the most talented names in Hollywood, Adrien Brody most recently made headlines for his win at the Oscars. Brody nabbed the Academy Award for Best Actor for his work in The Brutalist,making the award his second Oscar win. Competing for the award were Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown), Colman Domingo (Sing Sing), Ralph Fiennes (Conclave) and Sebastian Stan (The Apprentice), all of whom Brody successfully beat out.

Although now hailed as one of the best actors in film, a lesser popularized fact about Adrien Brody is that he has starred in some major box office flops over the years. One which takes the cake is Brody's 2018 film Air Strike. Given that he made a brief appearance alongside Bruce Willis and teamed up with Mel Gibson (a producer on the film) for the project, it was likely that Brody did not dream of the work going up in flames.

Not a single Doomfist main was happy with what Blizzard did to him in Overwatch 2. He’s not the same beast from the original game; Blizzard has tweaked him and reduced his damage and mobility in favor of making him a tank.

Doomfist is one of the most beloved heroes in Overwatch 2. (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)

Is Doomfist washed in Overwatch 2? Not really. He’s still an incredible hero who can change the tide of the battle if played correctly. However, Blizzard hasn’t exactly been transparent about Doomfist, as his ultimate, Meteor Strike, isn’t what the developers have made us believe!

Blizzard lied about Doomfist’s ultimate in Overwatch 2 Doomfist’s ultimate has fooled everyone! (Image via Blizzard Entertainment)

One of the best parts about Doomfist’s kit is undoubtedly his ultimate, Meteor Strike. It’s quite a simple one, actually; Doomfist goes up in the air and...

The crime drama genre is a cluttered space. While its halls are heavily populated, not every resident is necessarily “good.” There are plenty of cinematic and critical flops. Not everything can be a Blood Simple.

Among these lesser-known flops is Spike Lee’s 1995 Clockers. In some ways, the film’s catchy but unimpressive title betrays its contents. Originally set to be directed by Martin Scorsese, the film ultimately landed in Lee’s lap. Its $25 million budget became a roughly $12 million deficit. Perhaps more damningly, almost a third of its income was earned during its opening week.

Spike Lee’s Clockers Is a Forgotten Piece of 1990s Cinema Jack Nicholson was considered for the starring role. Samuel Jackson was one of the candidates for the role of Rodney Little. Spike Lee notes that Scorsese never showed up on set despite being the film’s executive producer.

Lee’s Clockers derives its...

Daredevil: Born Again was going to be a much different beast before the writers' strike changed everything. No one in the industry wants to go back to that uncertain time, but in the case of the upcoming Disney+ series, it ended up being a blessing in disguise because it allowed the creatives to see that the new Daredevil series was going completely in the wrong direction. As it turns out, star Charlie Cox, despite being enthusiastic about returning as the titular character, wasn't completely on board with the previous direction of the series either.

During a chat with GQ, Cox opened up about the original plans for the series, which didn't have many direct ties to the previous Netflix show beyond the inclusion of Cox and his co-star, Vincent D'Onofrio. Even though both performers were happy to be back playing characters they loved, Cox admits they both had to keep...

Today, Acorn TV unveiled the official trailer and key art for the drama series Best Interests, from BAFTA-winning writer Jack Thorne.

Starring Sharon Horgan (Bad Sisters) and Michael Sheen (Good Omens), whose performances critics are calling “magnificently ferocious” and “just so good” (The Guardian) respectively, the US and Canada premiere of the four-episode limited series debuts as a full season binge on Monday, February 17 on Acorn TV.

In the series, Nicci (Horgan) and Andrew (Sheen) are the proud and loving parents of Marnie and Katie. But life hasn’t been easy for their family. Marnie has a rare, life-limiting condition and as her health deteriorates, doctors believe it is in her best interests to withdraw care and allow her to die.

Her parents disagree and so begins a fight that will take them through every stage of a legal process, as they struggle to contemplate this huge decision. It’s...

There's something about a British crime drama that can be so much more satisfying than its American counterpart. Perhaps it's the performances, often executed by trained thespians. Maybe it's their preference for season-long arcs, which offer variety and closure of American network procedurals while allowing room for larger-scale storytelling. I could be that everything just sounds cooler, smarter, and more intense in a British accent.

While we may have yet to solve this case, we have put together a suspect list of the 15 best British crime dramas ever made, and we've also ranked them based on overall quality. Hopefully for our readers in America or otherwise outside the United Kingdom, we can help you find your next binge-worthy mystery.

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Strike

Starring "Furiosa" supporting actor Tom Burke in the title role, "Strike" chronicles the investigations of veteran-turned-private eye Cormoran Blue Strike.

It's a new week, which means a new episode of Abbott Elementary season 4. Yay! And this one is going to be interesting. Since the start of the season, the new golf course being built in the school's area has been a through line and one of the main plots of the story. Though last week, a new one was introduced that will continue in tonight's episode. Before we get to that, when can you start watching?

Abbott Elementary season 4 episode 11, "Strike," premieres tonight, Jan. 22, 2025, starting at 8:30 p.m. Et on ABC. The series' air time moved back an hour a couple of weeks ago, so be sure you're tuning in at the right time. Episodes are also available to stream on Hulu the next day. Here are the releases times for reference below:

East coast: 8:30 p.m. Et on Wednesday, Jan. 21West coast: 5:30 p.m. Pt on Wednesday,...

On Wednesday January 22 2025, ABC broadcasts an episode of the series Abbott Elementary![p]Strike Season 4 Episode 11 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Abbott Elementary,” titled “Strike,” promises to deliver a mix of humor and heart. Set to air on ABC, this episode explores the challenges faced by both teachers and students when city buses stop running due to a strike. With many students unable to make it to school, the teachers at Abbott Elementary must think on their feet and come up with creative solutions to keep learning on track.

In this episode, the teachers will adapt to a hybrid learning model, finding ways to engage their students who are at home. The challenges of remote teaching can lead to some funny moments, as the staff tries to navigate technology and keep their students motivated. The episode is likely to showcase the resourcefulness of the teachers and their commitment to their students’ education,...

The teachers of “Abbott Elementary” are facing a new challenge – and it’s not just limited to the usual lack of resources and administrative incompetence. In the upcoming episode, “Strike,” airing Wednesday, January 22nd at 8:30 Pm on ABC, a citywide bus strike throws a wrench into the already precarious workings of Willard R. Abbott […]

Abbott Elementary Tackles Hybrid Learning Amid Bus Strike...

Quick Links C.B. Strike Season 6 Adapts the Sixth Book in the Cormoran Strike Series C.B. Strike Will Be Available on Max in January C.B. Strike Season 6 Features Many New Faces The Cormoran Strike Book Series Has Seven Books So Far

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This article contains minor spoilers from Seasons 1 to 5 of C.B.Strike, as well as for The Ink Black Heart book.

Strike, or C.B. Strike, is a crime drama series based on the Cormoran Strike book series by J.K. Rowling, written under the pen name Robert Galbraith. Strike follows the titular Cormoran Strike, a war veteran who...

All of my fellow Abbott fans, gather around! We have some amazing news about the future of our favorite comedy on ABC. When we go into each season of a series, it's always bittersweet because we're happy to get more. But then, we start to wonder whether the show will get renewed. Broadcast networks can be harsh with their decisions sometimes. Well, thankfully there's a great update when it comes to the sitcom.

Abbott Elementary season 5 is happening, as ABC has renewed the comedy for a fifth season! This honestly isn't very surprising as the series is one of the network's most popular shows. The numbers show it all, including the highly-anticipated Abbott Elementary and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia crossover episode (season 4 episode 9) that aired on Jan. 8, 2025. The special brought in great numbers, 8.05 million to be exact, per Deadline.

This is the first series ABC renews for the 2025-2026 television season.

Each character in Hyper Light Breaker has different stat values, making them more uniquely suited to different builds and playstyles, but what does each stat mean? Some, like Armor, are obvious; the more armor a character has, the greater intrinsic damage resistance they have. Others, like Ops, are significantly confusing, and there are currently no explanations given in-game as to what they do.

To see a character's stats in Breaker, hit "Esc" in the Outpost to open up the loadout menu. Here, players can see all the gear they have equipped and change their loadout, including their SyCom, which is where their stats are located. Rather than a player's stats being tied to the character they're playing, the base stats are tied to each character's SyCom, which also includes a unique passive ability.

What Are Core Stats? The Base Of Any Build, Making Characters Unique

As mentioned, there are nine...

Cormoran Strike is finally back. HBO has released the official trailer for C.B. Strike: The Ink Black Heart, an upcoming four-part limited series based on the 2022 novel of the same name by J.K. Rowling (writing under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith).

In The Ink Black Heart, per the official logline, "Strike (Tom Burke) and Robin (Holliday Grainger) are hired to investigate a murder involving a creator of a cult TV cartoon and an anonymous online troll known as 'Anomie.' With a complex web of online aliases, business interests and family conflicts to navigate, our heroic pair find themselves in a case that stretches them to their limit with the threat of this mysterious killer around every corner." Check out the official trailer and poster below.

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Since its premiere in 2017, the “C.B. Strike” series (known simply as “Strike” across the pond) has become one of BBC One‘s most popular series. And for good reason: “Furiosa” star Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger make an engaging lead duo as a private detective and his business partner who work together to solve crimes that elude London’s police.

Continue reading ‘C.B. Strike: The Ink Black Heart’ Trailer: The Sixth Series Of The Hit BBC One Show Premieres On HBO & Max On January 23 at The Playlist.

HBO’s new limited series, C.B. Strike: The Ink Black Heart, premieres on January 23 at 9:00 Pm Et/Pt. The show is based on the popular crime novels by Robert Galbraith, the pen name of J.K. Rowling. It is the latest in the Strike series, co-produced with the BBC.

In this four-episode story, Strike and Robin investigate a murder tied to the creator of a cult TV cartoon. They also face an anonymous online troll known as ‘Anomie’.

With numerous online identities and business secrets involved, the case proves to be one of their toughest yet, with danger lurking at every turn.

The cast includes Tom Burke, Holliday Grainger, David Westhead, Christian McKay, and Emma Fielding, among others. Tom Edge adapted the story for TV, and Sue Tully directs. J.K. Rowling, Neil Blair, Ruth Kenley-Letts, and Nick Lambon are executive producers.

You can catch C.B. Strike: The...

Fateh Box Office Collection Day 6: Sonu Sood Defies Expectations! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Sonu Sood’s Fateh surprisingly has held its fort at the box office, despite a barrage of releases on the ocassion of Pongal and Sankranti. In six days, the film stands at a total collection of 15.57 crore. The action thriller was written and directed by Sonu Sood, marking his debut in direction as well.

Sonu Sood Performing Better Than Last Year’s Opener

The action thriller has been performing better than the year opener of 2024 at the box office. It was Katrina Kaif‘s Merry Christmas in Hindi that was the first release of 2024, co-starring Vijay Sethupathi. The suspense thriller earned 16 crore in its lifetime.

Fateh Box Office Collection Day 6

On the sixth day, Wednesday, January 15, Fateh earned 1.51 crore at the box office, which was a drop of 25% from the previous day, which brought 2.04 crore. The film...

Abbott Elementary fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 4 Episode 11 episode titled Strike!

Find out everything you need to know about the Strike episode of Abbott Elementary, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Abbott Elementary Strike Season 4 Episode 11 Preview

“Abbott Elementary” is gearing up for an exciting new episode titled “Strike,” airing on ABC at 8:30 Pm on January 22, 2025. This episode promises to deliver the humor and heart that fans have come to love while tackling a timely issue that many can relate to.

In “Strike,” the city buses come to a halt due to a strike, leaving many students unable to make it to school. The dedicated teachers at Abbott Elementary are faced with the challenge of keeping their classes engaging, even with a reduced number of students. They will need to think outside the...

A toxic fandom and a mysterious death pull Strike and Robin into their most dangerous investigation yet.

I’ve read every one of Robert Galbraith’s (the pen name of J.K. Rowling) Cormoran Strike novels. My two favorite books in the series are the first, “The Cuckoo's Calling” and the most recent, “The Running Grave” – which is some of Rowling’s best writing ever. I was obviously thrilled when the BBC decided to adapt the books into a TV series – a format far preferable to a film because of how much more detail you can go into in a limited series. So, with the upcoming Max premiere of Season 6 of “C.B. Strike,” covering the novel called “The Ink Black Heart,” dropping on Thursday, Jan. 23, let’s get you caught up with everything you need to know.

Everything you need to know about ‘C.B. Strike: The Ink Black Heart’ Season...

In the upcoming episode of Abbott Elementary titled “Strike,” airing at 8:30 Pm on ABC, the teachers at Abbott face a new challenge when a city bus strike leads to many students being absent from school. With a number of students unable to make it to class, the teachers must come up with creative solutions to adapt to the situation and make hybrid learning work.

As the teachers juggle the logistics of remote and in-person instruction, the episode highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of the dedicated staff at Abbott Elementary. They work together to keep things running smoothly, even as they face unexpected obstacles. Meanwhile, Gregory and O’Shon begin to form an unlikely friendship, adding a heartwarming and humorous dynamic to the episode.

Abbott Elementary continues to deliver its signature blend of humor and heart, showing how the educators rise to meet challenges head-on. Fans can expect a mix of clever problem-solving,...

Abbott Elementary has been missing from the TV lineup lately, but that’s all about to change as Season 4 returns for its midseason premiere. So, when can you tune in to see Janine (Quinta Brunson), Gregory (Tyler James Williams), and the rest of the gang? The award-winning ABC comedy will officially return to screens on Wednesday, January 8, with an extra special crossover episode, “Volunteers.” As previously reported, Abbott Elementary will cross paths with Fxx‘s long-running hit It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, as the gang from Paddy’s Pub enters the halls of Willard R. Abbott Elementary School. But that’s not all fans can look forward to as Abbott‘s social media profile revealed a slew of upcoming episodes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Abbott Elementary (@abbottelemabc) Following the big midseason return on January 8, three more episodes will follow on consecutive Wednesdays with “Testing” airing...

Death of a Unicorn is an upcoming A24 horror comedy and there have been some exciting updates about the film. Joining the increasingly unmatchable stable of A24 horror movies like Hereditary, The Witch, and Pearl, while also dabbling in A24 style comedy like Zola, Everything Everywhere All at Once, and The Disaster Artist, Death of a Unicorn looks to bridge two genres the studio excels at. Unrelated to Peter Dickinson's 1984 novel of the same name, Death of a Unicorn is shaping up to be a hit for horror and comedy fans.

Since 2023, news has been slowly rolling out about the movie with the unusual and exciting name. So far, it looks like A24 may have once again produced something wildly unique and enjoyable with some of the biggest stars working. Despite the interest in the film, and A24's trailer, which suggests the movie is far along in post-production,...

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Max is ready with an entertainment-packed January next year. The upcoming month will see the return of some of Max’s brilliant original adult animated superhero dark comedy-drama series Harley Quinn, and also a new original medical drama series The Pitt. Just like every month, Max is ready to overload you with great content. So, we’re here to tell you about the 5 new movies and TV shows coming to Max in January 2025.

The Front Room (January 3) Credit – A24

The Front Room is a psychological horror drama film written and directed by Max and Sam Eggers. Based on the 2016 short story of the same name by Susan Hill, the 2024 film follows Belinda, a newly pregnant young woman whose mother-in-law suddenly moves in with them and tries to get control over the unborn child, and now it’s up to Belinda to create boundaries.

Spoiler Alert: This article contains major spoilers from Season 2, Episode 8 of “Bad Sisters,” now streaming on Apple TV+.

Trust “Bad Sisters” showrunner and actor Sharon Horgan to finish the second season of the hit Apple TV+ series with a literal cliffhanger (which happens to be also be titled “Cliff Hanger.”)

In the eighth and final episode of the season, the surviving Garvey sisters — Eva (Horgan), Bibi (Sarah Greene), Ursula (Eva Birthistle) and Becka (Eve Hewson) — find themselves once again dealing with a dead body after Angelica (Fiona Shaw) thwacks abusive conman Ian (Owen McDonnell) over the head, and leaves him apparently dying in a pool of blood.

Deciding to dispose of Ian’s corpse, the sisters load him into the trunk of their car and plan to throw him off the side of the cliff — but when they reach their destination, it turns out he’s not as dead as they thought.

The Shield was one of the first crime dramas to encapsulate a different style of procedural television. The Shield followed Vic Mackey and his Strike Team. However, Detective Vic Mackey was a corrupt police officer, who led a corrupt team posing as a team that cracks down on gang violence. Corruption didn't just run rampant in the Strike Team of the Farmington precinct; politicians would also sink to the levels of the same criminals that they were fighting against. As morality stretches thinner, the actions of the Strike Team slowly seem to catch up to them.

The Shield ran for six years and seven seasons, racking up numerous accolades along the way. It won 15 awards and received over 60 nominations during its run. Every season was critically acclaimed, showing off new talent as well as bringing in familiar faces to take over some of the seasons. Each season has its merits,...

Good afternoon Insiders, Max Goldbart here with your very final international newsletter of what has been an at times tumultuous but never dull 2024. We hope you have a mighty fine Christmas and a Happy New Year and all that’s left is to thank you, dear reader, for coming back every week. It is hugely appreciated. Do read on.

Casting A Spell

The sorting hat: We end the year in Potter Land, exploring a show that could well be the highest profile project to be entering production in 2025. Intrigue is growing, mainly around cast. Our deep dive revealed that the search for the next Harry, Hermione and Ron has been whittled down a fair bit from a whopping 32,000, with Lucy Bevan and the casting execs leading the heavily guarded process thought to have started chemistry reads. I chatted with agents and located the original movies’ casting director to dive deep...

Exclusive: J.K. Rowling’s longtime agent Neil Blair has backed his client amid renewed focus on the author’s transgender views as buzz builds for the HBO Harry Potter series.

In a statement shared with Deadline, The Blair Partnership founding partner said he was proud to represent Rowling, adding that his agency stands by freedom of expression.

The intervention came in response to a Deadline story, which explores how Rowling’s hardening rhetoric on transgender rights comes into conflict with diversity, equity, and inclusion policies at Warner Bros. Discovery and the BBC.

Rowling, who penned the Strike novels adapted by the BBC, has gone from saying she stands by transgender people’s right to live authentically and comfortably, to refusing to use preferred pronouns and describing some trans women as “crossdressers.”

Blair said: “I have had the pleasure of working with Jo Rowling for over 25 years. Throughout that time, I...

This week's Pilot TV Podcast sees our very own James Dyer leaving the podbooth and heading underground as he visits the set of Apple TV+'s newly confirmed Silo Seasons 3 and 4. On his travels, James sits down for a chinwag with both Rebecca Ferguson and the big Apple himself, Tim Cook [27:24 36:35 approx]. Never one to miss a chance to wax lyrical about Foundation, James cornered the Apple CEO to discuss the streamer’s penchant for brilliant nerdy sci-fi. Then, James heads out of the dystopian future and into the crime-ridden present as he speaks to The Ink Black Heart star Holliday Grainger about her return in the latest instalment of BBC's Strike saga [1:01:51 — 1:20:03 approx].

Elsewhere, in a genuine stroke of coincidence rather than nefarious corporate synergy/shilling, this week's listener question has the team — James, Kay Ribeiro, and Boyd Hilton — discussing which streaming service has had the best 2024. Over on the news front,...

Sling customers can add several additional channels to their base package with one of any of the streamer’s add-on packs!

Sling TV is one of the most versatile live TV streaming services available. It allows you to start small, with channel packages of around 40 networks each that cost $46 per month (as of Dec. 20), and then continue to build from there until you have the perfect plan for you without having to pay for extra networks you’d never watch. Its Orange channel package carries ESPN, while the Blue plan offers Fox News and MSNBC, FS1, and even local channels like ABC and NBC in some areas.

If those base plans don’t offer quite enough, but you’re not ready to step up to a service like Directv Stream or Hulu + Live TV for more than $80 per month, check out the add-on packs that Sling TV offers below!

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On Monday 16 December 2024, BBC One broadcasts Strike!

The Ink Black Heart Season 6 Episode 1 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Strike,” titled “The Ink Black Heart,” promises to dive deep into the world of online harassment and identity. This episode focuses on Edie Ledwell, who is known as the co-creator of a popular cult cartoon called The Ink Black Heart.

In this episode, Edie finds herself in a troubling situation. She is being harassed by an online figure known as Anomie. This harassment has taken a toll on her life, and she feels overwhelmed by the situation. In a moment of desperation, she turns to Robin, the show’s main character, for help. Robin is known for his investigative skills, and Edie hopes he can uncover the true identity of Anomie.

As the story unfolds, viewers can expect to see Robin navigating the complex world of online anonymity and the darker side of social media.

The highly anticipated Season 6 of “Strike” kicks off with an intriguing episode titled “The Ink Black Heart.” Set to air on December 16, 2024, at 10:00 Pm on BBC One, this episode dives into the dark world of online harassment and the complexities of identity in the digital age.

In this season opener, Edie Ledwell, the co-creator of a beloved cult cartoon called “The Ink Black Heart,” finds herself in a troubling situation. She has been targeted by an anonymous online figure known as Anomie, who is relentless in their harassment. This unsettling experience pushes Edie to seek help from Robin Ellacott, a skilled private investigator known for her ability to navigate complicated cases.

As Robin digs deeper into the mystery, the episode promises to explore themes of creativity, obsession, and the dangers lurking in the online realm. Viewers can expect a gripping narrative filled with suspense and unexpected twists as Robin...

The last few decades have been a time of feverish invention for Tony Stark's Iron Man, debuting several of his most powerful armors of all time. Here are the absolute best of the best since 1999, showcasing the most jaw-dropping Iron Man armors introduction in this millennium.

Technology has come a long way since the '90s, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in real life and what 'cutting edge' can mean in Marvel lore. These suits are marked by Tony embracing nanotechnology, vastly increased scale, and impossible materials that only exist in a world of gods and mutants.

Iron Destroyer Debuted in 2011's Fear Itself #7 from Matt Fraction & Stuart Immonen

When the ancient fear god known as the Serpent came to Earth in Fear Itself, Tony Stark sequestered himself away with the dwarves of Nidavellir to create new weaponry for his allies. Odin added his own enchantments and the...

In tonight’s episode of Mums on Strike, airing at 10:00 Pm on 5*, viewers will see Farai and Sally facing a familiar struggle. Farai dreams of a tidy home, but her partner, Raymond, just doesn’t seem to pitch in. Meanwhile, Sally is handling everything at home while Richard does the bare minimum when it comes to chores. The women have had enough and decide to take matters into their own hands by walking out, leaving the men to fend for themselves.

With both partners gone, it’s up to Raymond and Richard to step up and take on the household responsibilities they’ve neglected. The show delves into how they handle the tasks they usually leave to their wives, providing a mix of chaos, humor, and insight into the dynamic of modern relationships. Can the men prove they’re capable of taking charge, or will they struggle without their partners?...

The Korean Independent School of Seoul will soon be back in session, and not-so-star student Katherine “Kitty” Song Covey (Anna Cathcart) will get a whole new semester abroad in Season 2 of Xo, Kitty.

Netflix revealed that the sophomore season of the soapy YA series, based on characters from Jenny Han’s To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before books, will arrive on January 16, 2025.

The announcement video featured a few new faces viewers will meet in Season 2 — Audrey Huynh, Joshua Lee and Sasha Bhasin.

In Season 2 of the spinoff show, Kitty returns to Kiss for her second semester in South Korea. Newly single and ready to start over, she aims not to meddle, matchmake, or cause any more drama. She might be open to some casual dating, but she soon finds a new task to commit to when a letter from her mother’s past sets her on another investigative journey around Seoul.

Eleven episodes in, ABCs new hit comedy series High Potential has set a date for its midseason return. Deadline is reporting the Kaitlin Olson-led series will be back on Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 9 p.m. on ABC.

High Potential, which also stars Daniel Sunjata, Javicia Leslie, Judy Reyes, Amairah J, and Deniz Akdeniz, is ABCs most-watched new series in six years. The Oct. 22 episode won the Tuesday 10 p.m. time slot recently, marking the networks first victory in that time slot in four years.

Factoring in streaming from Hulu and Disney+, High Potentials viewership total increased 191% over its live-plus-same-day audience of 3.6 million viewers, amassing 10.49 million viewers in one week. It's not only a hit with viewers, it is also a critical hit with a 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes and an IMDb rating of 7.7/10 with more than 8,000 ratings.

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This December, BBC One and iPlayer bring back the dynamic detective duo of Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott in Strike: The Ink Black Heart, a new four-part thriller based on J.K. Rowling’s (writing as Robert Galbraith) latest novel. Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger return as Strike and Robin, respectively, this time confronting the dark side […]

Strike and Robin Face a Digital Nemesis in The Ink Black Heart...

Rachel Zegler offers some disappointing news for fans expecting to see her return to The Hunger Games franchise for the upcoming film, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. Zegler played the role of Lucy Gray Baird in the first prequel film, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Lucy Gray Baird's fate at the end of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is left ambiguous as she flees into the woods to escape Coriolanus Snow. With more Hunger Games prequels in development, many fans are hoping to discover more about Lucy Gray Baird's life before the events of the main series.

Yet, fans shouldn't hold out hope to learn more about Lucy Gray Baird in the upcoming film Sunrise on the Reaping, at least not with Zegler attached. Speaking with Cosmopolitan, Zegler was asked if she believed her character would appear in the upcoming Hunger Games film. While the actress is open to returning,...