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If you are looking for proof as to why Gerard Butler is the undisputed king of modern trash cinema, look no further than the "Has Fallen" franchise. The films -- "Olympus Has Fallen, "London Has Fallen," and "Angel Has Fallen" -- are modern-day throwbacks to the politically incorrect action fare of yesteryear, with Butler's Secret Service agent, Mike Banning, blasting and stabbing his way through terrorists while protecting the President of the United States. A fourth film, "Night Has Fallen," is currently in the works, but the franchise has also expanded into the world of small-screen entertainment with a spin-off set in France.

"Paris Has Fallen" doesn't feature Butler's one-man army, but it's still an entertaining, violent thriller that will appeal to fans of the film saga. The story follows Vincent Taleb (Tewfik Jallab), a protection officer to France's Defense Minister, and Zara Taylor (Ritu Arya), an MI6 agent,...

Samuel Goldwyn Films has announced this morning that their comic book movie adaptation Red Sonja will be unleashed in August, and Entertainment Weekly debuted the official trailer.

Red Sonja is in theaters August 15 and on digital platforms August 29.

The film is rated “R” for “Strong/bloody violence.” M.J. Bassett (Ash vs. Evil Dead) directed the Red Sonja movie, with Matilda Lutz (Revenge) starring as the title character.

Here’s the new official synopsis: “Enslaved by an evil tyrant who wishes to destroy her people, barbarian huntress Red Sonja must unite a group of unlikely warriors to face off against Dragan The Magnificent and his deadly bride, Dark Annisia.”

Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy), Wallis Day (Sheroes), Michael Bisping (Den of Thieves), Luca Pasqualino (Snowpiercer), Rhona Mitra (Underworld: Rise of the Lycans), Martyn Ford (Final Score), Ben Radcliffe (Cuban Fury), Eliza Matengu (Predestination), Veronica Ferres (Crisis), Phillip Winchester (Strike Back) and...

It’s finally here, folks. After years of delays, with names like Robert Rodriguez and Rose McGowan once attached, the remake of Red Sonja is about to be released. Samuel Goldwyn Films snagged the U.S. distribution rights for the Millennium Films production. Matilda Lutz dons the metal bikini this time around in the role that Brigitte Nielsen previously played in the 1985 film, which also featured an appearance by Arnold Schwarzenegger as Conan. Samuel Goldwyn Films has now released the trailer and Red Sonja is due to hit screens on August 15 before arriving on digital on August 29.

The description reads: “Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rally an army of outcasts to reclaim her freedom and take down Dragan and his ruthless bride, Dark Annisia.” In addition to Lutz, Red Sonja also stars...

Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is bringing in new faces for its third season. According to sources close to the production, three actors have joined the cast: Andrew Richardson, Zubin Varla, and Adam Young. Richardson is set to take on a main role, while Varla and Young will appear throughout the season in recurring parts.

Andrew Richardson, a British actor with a solid background in theater, has also been seen in several films like Daughter of the Bride, The Independent, Killer Among Us, and Jack London’s Martin Eden. On television, he’s shown up in series such as Extrapolations, Fantasy Island, and The Last O.G.

Zubin Varla is also from the UK and has already done voice work for The Rings of Power. He’s acted in shows like Andor, Holby City, Will, Deep State, and Strike Back. On the film side,...

Prime Video’s hit series “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” has announced three new cast members joining for its upcoming third season. Andrew Richardson will be joining as a series regular, while Zubin Varla and Adam Young will appear in recurring roles.

Andrew Richardson is a British actor known for a strong background in stage performances.

He has also appeared in movies like “Daughter of the Bride,” “The Independent,” “Jack London’s Martin Eden,” and “Killer Among Us.” On TV, he’s been seen in “Extrapolations,” “Fantasy Island,” and “The Last O.G.”

Related: 10 Ways ‘The Rings of Power’ Is Different than ‘Lord of the Rings’ (& 5 Why It Is Better)

Zubin Varla, also from the U.K., has contributed voice work to “The Rings of Power” before this new casting announcement. His other TV roles include parts in “Andor,” “Holby City,” “Deep State,” “Will,” and “Strike Back.

Currently in its tenth season, Grantchester is showing no signs of concluding anytime soon, and we’re loving every bit! The new season was announced on June 18, 2024, by Masterpiece on PBS and debuted a few days ago, on Sunday, June 15. With it came the return of fan-favorite detective Geordie Keating, who has been portrayed by Robson Green for over a decade, since Grantchester’s first season in 2014. Because of that, Green, who is now an executive producer, is reflecting on its longevity, addressing what lies ahead for his future on the British show.

Amid Season 10, Grantchester has already been renewed for another run courtesy of ITV, promising even more thrilling mysteries to solve. And speaking with TV Insider, Green, who has been wearing his character’s signature brown suit since 2014, has no plans to hang it up. “It’s lovely when you go back to the Grantchester family,” the veteran actor gushed,...

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 Announces New Cast Members (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Andrew Richardson, Zubin Varla, and Adam Young have officially joined the cast of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power for its upcoming third season, which recently began filming at the series’ new production home at Shepperton Studios in the UK.

While Prime Video has roped in Richardson as a series regular, Varla and Young will appear in recurring roles. Continue scrolling to learn more about the cast members.

Who Are The New Cast Members Of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power? Andrew Richardson Adam Richardson will be a series regular in Lotr: Trop Season 3 (Photo Credit- Prime Video)

Richardson is a Canadian-born British actor who made his professional theatre debut in the Olivier Award-nominated Guys & Dolls, directed by Sir Nicholas Hytner at the Bridge Theatre in London.

Andrew Richardson, Adam Young, and Zubin Varla join ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ season 3

Prime Video’s massive fantasy epic The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has expanded its cast by three. Andrew Richardson is joining the production in a series regular role. Zubin Varla and Adam Young have boarded the series in recurring roles.

Prime Video’s announcement did not indicate who the three newcomers will be playing. They join previously announced new additions Jamie Campbell Bower (Stranger Things) and Eddie Marsan (Franklin).

“Jumping forward several years from the events of season two, season three takes place at the height of the War of the Elves and Sauron, as the Dark Lord seeks to craft the One Ring that will give him the edge he needs to win the war and conquer all Middle-earth at last,” reads Prime Video’s synopsis.

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Prime Video’s “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” has added three cast members to its upcoming third season: Andrew Richardson, Zubin Varla and Adam Young. Richardson will be a series regular, while Varla and Young will appear in recurring roles.

Richardson, a British actor with an extensive resume of stage roles, previously appeared in films such as “Daughter of the Bride,” “The Independent,” “Jack London’s Martin Eden” and “Killer Among Us.” His television credits include “Extraplotations,” “Fantasy Island” and “The Last O.G.”

Varla, also hailing from the U.K., has already been credited with voice work in “The Rings of Power.” Some of his previous TV credits include “Andor,” “Holby City,” “Deep State,” “Will” and “Strike Back.” On the film side, Varla has appeared in “A Little Life” and stage-to-screen broadcasts of “Dara” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”

Young, a London-based actor, is best known...

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Attack of the Killer Tomatoes is alive again with a fifth movie, Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence, from filmmaker David Ferino.

Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence is billed as “pitting the eternal power of nature against AI’s best and brightest.”

The original movie was released in 1978. Made for $100,000, it was produced by J. Stephen Peace and John DeBello. DeBello directed the pic based on an original idea by Costa Dillon in a story about mutated killer tomatoes that torment the globe as a group of scientists try to fend them off.

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Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence features a string of comedy stars and thespians including David Koechner (Anchorman franchise) as the U.S. president’s Press Secretary; and John Astin (Gomez from the original Addams Family and European Vacation) reprising...

Many questions were raised when Warner Bros. initially announced “HBO Max” (and then “Max”) as the name of its big streaming platform.

The first and most obvious question was, “Why take a brand name as established and curated as HBO and dilute it with proximity to this much corporate flotsam and jetsam?”

Somewhere among the top five questions, though, was “Wait, can you use ‘Max’ when HBO already has ‘Cinemax’ as a corporate sibling?”

HBO’s disreputable younger brother, Cinemax attempted to shed or expand on its “Skinemax” reputation with a fairly successful run of originals between 2011 and 2019, a small group that included Strike Back, Banshee, The Knick, Warrior, Quarry and Jett. Cinemax originals were gussied-up B-movies in the best way possible — pulpy genre exercises with one or two-word titles perfect for splashing across posters or battered, well-read paperbacks.

Cinemax specialized in grindhouse TV and when HBO Max launched, Cinemax...

Since making her feature directorial debut with the 2010 comedy Africa United, Debs Paterson has done a whole lot of TV work, directing episodes of the shows Doc, Halo, Willow, The Bastard Son & The Devil Himself, A Discovery of Witches, Domina, For Life, Harlots, and Strike Back. Along the way, she was also at the helm of the documentary The Skywalker Legacy. Now, it has been announced that Paterson is set to make her second narrative feature film, a zombie action horror project called Zero Protocol, and Rebecca Hall of Godzilla vs. Kong has signed on to star in the film.

Scripted by by Dan Hall (The Silent Hour), Zero Protocol has the following synopsis: An NYPD commissioner battles to manage a city-wide zombie outbreak exploding in real time, only to discover that her teenage daughter is trapped in the middle of the red zone.

The film is coming our way...

Exclusive: Jayden Bartels, star of hit streaming series Goosebumps: The Vanishing, has signed for the lead role in Mj Bassett-directed suspense thriller Lullaby, which is poised to shoot in this fall.

Bartels plays Jessica, a pregnant teen who tries to take her life but is rescued by a lonely woman who nurses her back to health, with the ulterior motive of stealing the infant and then finishing off what she originally stopped.

UK writer, producer and director Bassett directs from a script co-written by Tim Sullivan with Edward A. Romero and Chris Roe. Ken F. Levin at NightSky Productions is producing. Bassett’s sword and sorcery movie Red Sonja will be released by Samuel Goldwyn Films later this year.

“Once I read the script, I immediately understood and felt a connection to Jessica,” said Bartels. “I was both excited and terrified for this role because just like Jessica,...

Creating an interesting TV soap that generates millions of viewers is an art in itself. It requires a great evolving plot (often based on a book or a series of books), an unusual location, and something that can carry it. Such a concept was a great success for Yellowstone, and Virgin River did well, too.

Now, following this concept, starting April 17, 2025, Netflix began showing Ransom Canyon, another such series. The 10-episode series is created, written, and executive produced by April Blair and features a big-name cast starring Josh Duhamel, Minka Kelly, James Brolin, and many others.

The first two episodes were directed by Amanda Marsalis. While the initial critics' opinions are mixed, the audiences don’t seem to be bothered much so far, as it is topping or is close to the top of viewers' lists in many countries.

What is Ransom Canyon about?

The comparisons with Yellowstone abound here,...

“Ransom Canyon” is now on Netflix, taking fans into the Lone Star state for a new adventure — and you’re going to recognize a lot of the characters on the journey.

Now streaming, the series takes place in a small Texas town called Ransom Canyon, and follows the residents of the town as they battle over the takeover by a massive company. Where some want to sell their ranches and cash in, others definitely do not.

All the while, romances flare, secrets are revealed and, yes, people die. Here’s who you need to know.

Staten Kirkland (Josh Duhamel) Josh Duhamel in “Ransom Canyon.” (Netflix)

Staten Kirkland runs the Double K Ranch, and is decidedly against selling his land to the mega corporation looking to take over. He’s played by Josh Duhamel, who you’ll recognize from movies like the “Transformers” franchise, “When In Rome,” “Shotgun Wedding” and a whole lot more.

Saddle up for a new Western show that has a little bit of everything on Netflix. Ransom Canyon, based on the book by Jodi Thomas, will capture stories of a small town in the wild west.

Led by Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly, the Netflix series arrives mid-April. Read on for everything we know about Ransom Canyon:

When does Ransom Canyon come out?

Ransom Canyon arrives on Netflix Thursday, April 17.

Who is in the cast of Ransom Canyon?

The show will be headlined by Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly as characters from the book Staten Kirkland, a stoic rancher, and Quinn O’Grady, a pianist who keeps to herself.

Deadline exclusively reported the castings of James Brolin as ex-Army captain and now rancher Cap Fuller, La Brea star Eoin Macken as Davis, owner of Bar W ranch which is the main...

Discover a new world beneath the sea when “Nautilus” premieres June 29 on AMC.

Inspired by Jules Verne’s 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, the 10-episode series tells the origin of Captain Nemo: an Indian Prince robbed of his birthright and family, a prisoner of the East India Mercantile Company and a man bent on revenge against the forces that have taken everything from him.

Shazad Latif, Georgia Flood, Thierry Fremont, and Céline Menville star , with guest appearances from Richard E Grant, Anna Torv, and Noah Taylor.

Developed by Moonriver TV and Seven Stories, the British adventure drama is created and written by James Dormer (“Strike Back”) and produced by Cameron Welsh

Michael Matthews (Love and Monsters) directed the first four episodes, with Ben C. Lucas (“The Wilds”) and Isabelle Sieb (“The Devil’s Hour”) helming the remaining six.

“We are so thrilled to present the epic adventures of Captain Nemo and...

One day after learning that the upcoming Red Sonja movie has been rated “R” for “Strong/bloody violence,” Deadline has shared a new image along with additional information.

For starters, Samuel Goldwyn Films has acquired Red Sonja, a new feature film adaptation of the comic books. A theatrical release is being planned here in the U.S. later this year.

M.J. Bassett (Ash vs. Evil Dead) directed the upcoming movie, with Matilda Lutz (Revenge) starring as the title character. Check out a badass new shot of Lutz’s Red Sonja above.

“We’re thrilled to be bringing Red Sonja to audiences across the nation. The fanbase for the legendary character is big and passionate and we’re confident that this film will deliver for them,” said Samuel Goldwyn Films president Peter Goldwyn.

In the film, “Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the...

Red Sonjahas released a new image of its titular warrior, played by Matilda Lutz, as the reboot receives a long-awaited update that will delight fans of the franchise. Per Deadline, Samuel Goldwyn Films has snagged the U.S. distribution rights to the movie, which is set to hit theaters this year. Studio president Peter Goldwyn has also asserted his belief that the new version of the swords and sorcery story, directed by M. J. Bassett, will satisfy audiences who are familiar with Red Sonja and her storied history in comic books and on screen.

"We're thrilled to be bringing Red Sonja to audiences across the nation. The fanbase for the legendary character is big and passionate, and we're confident that this film will deliver for them."

The legendary character Goldwyn refers to will be portrayed by Lutz in the upcoming movie, and the latest image of the She-Devil with a...

Deadline reports that Samuel Goldwyn Films have snagged the U.S. distribution rights to Red Sonja, with the reboot looking to hit theaters later this year. A first-look image from Red Sonja was also released, depicting Matilda Lutz in full costume, metal bikini and all.

The description reads: “Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rally an army of outcasts to reclaim her freedom and take down Dragan and his ruthless bride, Dark Annisia.” In addition to Lutz, Red Sonja also stars Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy), Wallis Day (Batwoman), Martyn Ford (Those About to Die), Michael Bisping (Den of Thieves), with Phillip Winchester (Strike Back) and Trevor Eve (Waking the Dead).

The film was recently given an R-rating for “strong/bloody violence.“

Related Red Sonja reboot has been rated R for bloody violence...

Exclusive: The long-awaited reboot of Red Sonja has been scooped up by Samuel Goldwyn Films, we can tell you first. The distrib will handle U.S. rights with an eye on a theatrical release later this year.

This version of the feature take of the comic series is directed by M. J. Bassett who has directed episodes of Iron Fist, Power and Ash vs. Evil Dead. The original movie, released in 1985 during the heyday of the Conan the Barbarian movies, starred Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bridgitte Nielsen in the title role.

Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rally an army of outcasts to reclaim her freedom and take down Dragan and his ruthless bride, Dark Annisia. Tasha Huo wrote the screenplay and Matilda Lutz (Daisy Ridley’s Magpie) stars in the title role alongside...

The comic book character Red Sonja is headed back to the big screen with a new movie from U.S. distributor Samuel Goldwyn Films, and the film’s MPA rating has arrived.

The Red Sonja movie is rated “R” for “Strong/bloody violence.”

M.J. Bassett (Solomon Kane) directed the upcoming movie, with Matilda Lutz (Revenge) starring as the title character. Expect more – including a trailer – very soon.

Matilda Lutz’s barbarian huntress will be tasked with uniting a group of unlikely warriors to face off against the evil tyrant Emperor Draygan and his deadly bride, Dark Annisia.

The film has been described as “an epic story in a fantasy-laden world.”

Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy), Wallis Day (Sheroes), Michael Bisping (Den of Thieves), Luca Pasqualino (Snowpiercer), Rhona Mitra (Underworld: Rise of the Lycans), Martyn Ford (Final Score), Ben Radcliffe (Cuban Fury), Eliza Matengu (Predestination), Veronica Ferres (Crisis), Phillip Winchester (Strike Back...

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The Day of the Jackal is a British spy action thriller series created by Ronan Bennett. Based on the 1971 novel of the same name by Frederick Forsyth, the Peacock series revolves around the cat-and-mouse chase between a ruthless British assassin known as the Jackal and the relentless intelligence officer tasked with catching him. The Day of the Jackal stars Eddie Redmayne and Lashana Lynch in the lead roles, with Úrsula Corberó, Chukwudi Iwuji, Khalid Abdalla, and Lia Williams starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the thrilling cat-and-mouse chase, nail-biting drama, and compelling characters in The Day of the Jackal, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Condor is a spy thriller drama series created by Todd Katzberg, Jason Smilovic, and Ken Robinson. Based on the 1974 novel Six Days of the...

Coming our way from Saban Films, the zombie horror film Silent Zone is set to receive a Digital and On Demand release on March 7th – and in anticipation of that release, we’re proud to share an Exclusive clip from the film that gives a preview of an action sequence that’s packed with zombies! You can check it out in the embed above.

The feature directorial debut of Peter Deak, who has made several short films and also has multiple producing credits to his name, Silent Zone was filmed in Hungary and has the following synopsis: In a zombie-ravaged world, a resourceful teen and her protector fight for survival, facing relentless dangers and testing the limits of hope and loyalty. The screenplay was written by Viktor Csák and Krisztián Illés, both of whom previously worked with Deak on the 2013 short film Rush. According to IMDb, the writing duo is...

Quick LinksSurface Season 2, Episode 2 Continues to Move at Its Own PaceSurface Proves That Quinn Huntley Is a VillainSurface Season 2, Episode 2 Brings Back a Major Character

The following contains major spoilers from Surface Season 2, Episode 2, "Speak of the Devil," now streaming on Apple TV+.

Surface Season 2, Episode 2, "Speak of the Devil" is aptly titled, because it reminds Apple TV+ viewers how terrible some of the characters are. This is definitely an episode tilted in favor of the antagonists -- or at least the Huntley family, who are made out to be just as conniving as Sophie Ellis believes they are. But all of their scheming pales in comparison to what happens in the final scene.

"Speak of the Devil" picks up not long after the Surface Season 2 premiere left off. Callum Walsh suggests to Sophie that she try and find her way into Quinn Huntley's engagement party, which leads to another confrontation between Sophie and Eliza.

Millennium’s new take on comic book character Red Sonja has gone through a few different iterations over the years, but the reboot is finally much closer to release. After a two-year post-production period, Red Sonja is finally gearing up for a UK release.

Signature Entertainment has picked up UK and Irish rights to the action fantasy with plans to release this year. Deadline notes that the film previously sold in international markets, though no updates on international release plans as of yet.

Matilda Lutz stars as “barbarian huntress Red Sonja, who must unite a group of unlikely warriors to face off against the evil tyrant Emperor Draygan and his deadly bride, Dark Annisia.”

Starring alongside Lutz are Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy), Wallis Day (Sheroes), Michael Bisping (Den of Thieves), Luca Pasqualino (Snowpiercer), Rhona Mitra (Underworld: Rise of the Lycans), Martyn Ford (Final Score), Ben Radcliffe (Cuban Fury), Eliza Matengu...

Exclusive: “The cat and mouse dynamic is really good,” says Jason Watkins. “It’s a game where these two men are almost stalking each other,” adds Robson Green.

The pair are talking about the central dynamic in Catch You Later, the Channel 5 miniseries in which The Crown star Watkins plays a retired police officer, Huw Miller, who is plagued by the one case he failed to crack — stalker who taunted his town, toying with his victims before killing them. When Patrick Harbottle (Green) moves into a home on his street recently left empty when the occupier suddenly dies, Miller becomes convinced his new neighbor is the killer, thanks to three little words.

“The way Patrick says, ‘catch you later’ triggers something within Huw, who thinks he has his man,” says Green, star of shows such as Grantchester and Strike Back. “Patrick is over-friendly, and Huw feels everything is not quite what it seems.

Move over Paramount, Netflix is coming for your audience of Western fans. The biggest streaming platform is trying to capture the spark that Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone, Landman, and other series have ignited by creating their own Western franchises. The year began with American Primeval, an epic Western thriller about the Utah Massacre, and while it wasn't critically acclaimed (though MovieWeb loved it), it was certainly popular. Now comes Ransom Canyon, which cynics may call a Yellowstone rip-off, but which seems poised to certainly attract a strong audience. The synopsis reads as follows:

"Created, written, and executive produced by April Blair, Ransom Canyon is a romance-fueled family drama and contemporary Western saga that charts the intersecting lives of three ranching families, all set against the rugged expanse of Texas Hill Country."

“At its core, Ransom Canyon isn’t just a town. It’s an idea. It’s the painful longing for your first love.

The long-awaited Red Sonja reboot has finally secured a deal in the UK, with plans for a release later this year. The film, which has been in development for years and spent two years in post-production, is now set to reach audiences in the UK and Ireland.

Signature Entertainment has acquired the rights to distribute the action-packed fantasy film from Millennium Media. While the movie has already been sold in multiple international markets, an official release date has not yet been announced.

Based on the popular comic book series, Red Sonja follows a fearless warrior who must unite a band of unlikely allies to battle the ruthless Emperor Draygan and his deadly bride, Dark Annisia. Directed by M.J. Bassett, the film brings a fresh take on the legendary character while staying true to its source material.

The movie boasts an impressive cast, featuring:

Matilda Lutz (Revenge) as Red Sonja Robert Sheehan...

Exclusive: The long-gestating Red Sonja reboot has been sold to the UK, where it is due for release “later this year” after two years in post.

Signature Entertainment has picked up UK and Irish rights to the action fantasy film from Millennium Media, which has previously sold the movie in multiple international markets but a first release date has yet to be revealed.

Based on the best-selling comic book series, the fantasy follows barbarian huntress Red Sonja, who must unite a group of unlikely warriors to face off against the evil tyrant Emperor Draygan and his deadly bride, Dark Annisia. M.J. Bassett directs.

The film stars Matilda Lutz (Revenge), Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy), Wallis Day (Sheroes), Michael Bisping (Den of Thieves), Luca Pasqualino (Snowpiercer), Rhona Mitra (Underworld: Rise of the Lycans), Martyn Ford (Final Score), Ben Radcliffe (Cuban Fury), Eliza Matengu (Predestination), Veronica Ferres (Crisis), Phillip Winchester (Strike Back...

Netflix continues to bring audiences action movie delights from all over the globe, with the new trailer for Counterstrike (Aka Contraataque), helmed by Mexican filmmaker Chava Cartas, promising to deliver all the explosions a fan of the genre could possibly want. The footage reveals our first look at the action thriller, which boasts a gripping synopsis, as a group five friends find themselves doing battle with a merciless cartel. You can check out the trailer for Counterstrike below.

Directed by Chava Cartas, best known for the action seriesRosario Tijeras, and written by Jose Ruben Escalante Mendez, Counterstrike stars Luis Alberti, Noé Hernández, Luis Curiel, Leonardo Alonso, David Calderón, Guillermo Nava, Israel Islas, Mayra Batalla, Ishbel Bautista, Frida Jiser and is due to hit Netflix later this month on February 28, 2025. You can check out the official synopsis for the action outing below.

“When a hostage rescue mission creates a new enemy,...

More than just being the creator of the enormously successful "Yellowstone" franchise, prolific producer and screenwriter Taylor Sheridan is also the creator of "Special Ops: Lioness." The espionage military thriller has quickly proven popular on Paramount+, with its global scope and an all-star cast led by Zoë Saldana and Nicole Kidman. Fortunately, for fans who have already binged all available "Lioness" episodes, there are plenty of similar thriller shows available to enjoy. With the genre a television mainstay throughout the 21st century, these series provide their own unique twist on military action and international intrigue.

From counter-terrorist ensemble shows to military procedurals that delve into contemporary realpolitik, "Lioness" fans have a wealth of similar shows to choose from. In addition to American productions, there is also a growing number of British spy and military thrillers that have found global success. These shows are all tautly paced and often feature shadowy...

Disney+ and BBC treated Doctor Who fans around the world to a glimpse of what’s to come in 2025 with a teaser for Ncuti Gatwa’s second season of the long-running science-fiction series.

The trailer (below), which dropped during the annual Christmas Special “Joy to the World,” features a first look at the new batch of episodes starring Gatwa (Netflix’s Sex Education) as the Fifteenth Doctor and Varada Sethu as the new Tardis companion.

Below, The Hollywood Reporter breaks down the brief first look to glean scene-by-scene reveals.

New Companion

British actress Sethu is already known to Doctor Who fans, as she appeared in the 2024 episode “Boom,” written by former showrunner Steven Moffat, who returned to write “Joy to the World.” Sethu played a character called Mundy Flynn. However this time, Sethu will be playing Belinda Chandra. Will the two be related? Only time will tell, as the preview keeps that secret.

Something Very Bad just cast two someones who are very good.

Camila Morrone (Daisy Jones & The Six, The Night Manager) and Adam Dimarco (The White Lotus, The Magicians) will star in the upcoming horror series Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, Netflix announced Tuesday.

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Morrone will play “the bride” opposite Dimarco as “the groom” in the drama,...

Warning: Major spoilers for Paris Has Fallen below!Paris Has Fallen has made me intensely nostalgic for a certain real-time thriller series from the 2000s. I'm a fan of the Has Fallen movie franchise and was naturally intrigued when Paris Has Fallen was announced. I'm a little disappointed that the show didn't confirm my fan theory that Gerard Butler's Banning would become the U.S. President, but the first season is still a pulpy, well-paced thriller with a great villain performance by Sean Harris. It also reminds me of shows like Strike Back or 24 with its combination of action, procedural, and character drama.

Shows with that mixture are becoming rarer, and Paris Has Fallen gets the balance just right. Each episode has a race against the clock alongside plot twists and action scenes - but it still finds time to flesh out the characters too. While it doesn't...

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, two of a generation’s most decorated filmmakers, have appeared in an inexplicable number of Kevin Smith films. Both have acted in Chasing Amy, Dogma, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, Jersey Girl and Jay and Silent Bob Reboot — none of which are likely to show up in their Oscar retrospectives. (You can add Mallrats and Clerks III to Affleck’s IMDb.) Why do they keep popping up in Smith’s comedies — including possible roles in his could-be-maybe-it’s-happening Dogma 2?

It’s all thanks to the advice Smith gave the duo when they wrote their Oscar-winning screenplay, Good Will Hunting. Affleck and Damon took Smith’s advice and improved their script — then completely forgot to thank him when they accepted their Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. “I have been able to hold that over both their heads for 25 fucking years, which is why they...

When the first season of Apple TV+'s black-comedy crime drama Bad Sisters wrapped, the five Garvey sisters Eva, Grace, Bibi, Ursula and Becka had solved, and covered up, the not-so-accidental death of Grace's abusive and destructive husband, John Paul. When he was alive, he ruined all five sisters' lives, and those of their closest friends and neighbors. However, it looks like John Paul's legacy isn't through with the Garvey sisters yet. Right as Grace has seemingly found love and gotten remarried, death, murder and mayhem rear their ugly heads, upending everything the Garveys have worked so hard to rebuild. Worse, it seems there are secrets the sisters are keeping from each other, and the consequences will be dire.

In this exclusive interview with Cbr, Eva Birththistle (Ursula Garvey) and Sarah Greene (Bibi Garvey) share their love for their respective characters, the arcs they each undergo, the horror, humor and...

Best known for playing the character Chris Alonso on 106 episodes of the CBS TV series S.W.A.T., Lina Esco has now become the latest actor to sign on for a role in Rip, a crime thriller that’s written and directed by Joe Carnahan and is set up at the Netflix streaming service. According to Variety, Esco will be taking on the role of Captain Jackie Velez.

Rip will follow a group of Miami cops whose trust begins to fray after they discover millions in cash in a derelict stash house. As outside forces learn about the size of the seizure, everything is called into question — including who they can rely on.

Esco joins a cast that includes Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, as well as Kyle Chandler of Super 8, Sasha Calle, who played Supergirl in The Flash, singer/songwriter Teyana Taylor, who starred in the drama A Thousand and One,...

Phil Dunster is reuniting with “Ted Lasso” co-creator Bill Lawrence at HBO.

Dunster has signed on to star alongside Steve Carell in the untitled HBO comedy series written by Lawrence and Matt Tarses that was originally picked up back in May.

The half-hour series has been given a 10 episode order. The official logline states that the single-camera show is “set on a college campus, centering on an author’s complicated relationship with his daughter.” Dunster’s exact character details are being kept under wraps.

Dunster is best known stateside for his role as Jamie Tartt in “Ted Lasso,” which aired for three seasons at Apple TV+. Dunster received an Emmy nomination for best supporting actor in a comedy for the series in 2023. His other notable roles include shows like “The Devil’s Hour,” “Strike Back,” and “Humans,” as well as films like “Murder on the Orient Express” and “The Good Liar.

While Kevin Smith might be known for View Askewniverse classics such as Clerks, Mallrats, and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, hes also been known to dabble in horror from time to time. 2011s Red State was his first foray into the genre, and while that one was a straight-up thrill ride, Tusk and Yoga Hosers crossed the line into horror-comedy territory. From the sound of it, Smith is ready to give things another try based on comments he made on a recent episode of his Fat Man Beyond podcast.

Lasting a whopping 4 hours and 30 minutes which is apropos considering the episode is celebrating the digital release of Smith's latest flick, The 4:30 Movie the podcast touched on a number of topics, including films that Smith has been enjoying as of late. As a longtime fan of Rosemarys Baby, he mentioned the prequel which is now streaming on Paramount+, Apartment 7A,...

Dawsons Creek fans will only have to wait until November 15, 2024, to stream the 26-year-old series that put the CW on the map. Tubi will begin streaming the series, which ran for six seasons, from 1998 to 2003, for free on that date.

Taking place in the fictional town of Capeside, Massachusetts, Dawsons Creek, starred James Van Der Beek as Dawson Leery, Katie Holmes as his best friend, Joey Potter, Joshua Jackson as Pacey Witter, and Michelle Williams as Jen Lindley. It was created by Kevin Williamson and premiered on the WB network on January 20, 1998. In September 2006, the WB merged with Upn to become the CW.

Dawson's Creek became an icon of the late 1990s and early 2000s television landscape, along with shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Charmed and 7th Heaven.

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Wondering what to watch now that another season of “Slow Horses” has wrapped up? Never fear, there are plenty of other spy and spy-adjacent series similar to the acclaimed Apple TV+ series.

We’ve assembled this handy list of shows, some British, some American, and one German, that should satisfy your appetite for espionage, intrigue, danger, action and full-on bluffing your enemy that you can stream right now. All while waiting for “Slow Horses” Season 5, which is coming next year.

Keeley Hawes, Matthew Macfadyen and David Oyelowo in “MI5” (Credit: BBC) MI5 (2002 – 2011)

Long before Matthew Macfadyen was jockeying for power and glory on “Succession,” he was MI5 agent Tom Quinn, who tackled terrorists of all stripes with his colleagues Zoe Reynolds (Keeley Hawes) and Danny Hunter (played by future “Lawmen: Bass Reeves” star David Oyelowo). The stellar cast includes Richard Armitage, Nicolas Walker, Peter Firth and Jenny Agutter. The series...

Back in June, we heard that Matt Damon and Ben Affleck are set to share the screen again in Rip, a crime thriller that’s written and directed by Joe Carnahan and is set up at the Netflix streaming service. Earlier this week, Sasha Calle, who played Supergirl in The Flash, and singer/songwriter Teyana Taylor, who starred in the drama A Thousand and One, joined the cast. Now, The Hollywood Reporter has broken the news that two more actors have signed on to appear in the film: Catalina Sandino Moreno of the MGM+ series From and Néstor Carbonell, who was recently seen on the FX / Hulu series Shōgun.

Rip will follow a group of Miami cops whose trust begins to fray after they discover millions in cash in a derelict stash house. As outside forces learn about the size of the seizure, everything is called into question — including who they can rely on.

Unspooling in Cadiz over Oct. 25-31, the South International Series Festival is a bellwether on trends and highlights for the current season. What could be some of its star performers? Following, 10 titles to track, which also often say something about the way the market is going.

“The Big Jump” (Atresmedia International Sales)

One of Atresmedia’s biggest bets at Mipcom, a biopic series about the rise to Olympic Gold Medals at Sydney and Athens of Spanish gymnast Gervasio Deferr and, in a second timeline, his descent into drugs and alcohol, incapable of accepting failure in competition and lost when retired. Oscar Casas plays Deferr, with “Gangs of Galicia” helmer Roger Gual directs. An Atresplayer Original Series, bowing on Nov. 17.

“La Favorita 1922” (Mediterraneo)

From “Grand Hotel” through “Velvet” and “Cable Girls,” Ramon Campos’ Studiocanal j.v. Bambu Producciones has carved out its international reputation, creating modern gender-agenda melodramas that make...

The following contains spoilers for The 4:30 Movie, which is currently in a limited theatrical run.

Fans of podcaster, writer and director Kevin Smith usually know what to expect from his movies. Snappy dialogue, dirty jokes, pop culture references and what can only be described "Stoner Humor." However, this is not exactly what they'll get from his latest directorial effort The 4:30 Movie, filmed at Smith's childhood movie theater (which he now co-owns). Set in the summer of 1986, Smith's coming-of-age film centers around a group of friends as they grow up together and bond over their shared love of film.

Perhaps best known for Clerks and the characters Jay and Silent Bob, films in Smith's oeuvre all embrace a specific tone and style. His most recent efforts, Clerks III and Jay and Silent Bob Reboot can easily be identified -- lovingly or derisively, depending on one's view of the filmmaker...

Exclusive: Chloe Bennet (Interior Chinatown) and Phil Dunster (Ted Lasso) have been tapped to lead Hello Out There, an indie marking the feature debut of writer-director Otis Blum, which has wrapped production in New Mexico.

The film centers on Minnie (Bennet), a young journalist who embarks on a road trip across New Mexico with her cousin, Rex (Dunster), a punk rock guitarist fresh out of rehab, who is trying to figure out what’s left. Their stated mission: to investigate Area 51 and unearth the truth about extraterrestrial life. But as the journey unfolds, a deeper, more personal reason for their quest comes to light.

Thomas Mahoney produced via Handsome Watson, with Purple Intuition providing production services.

In a statement on the project, Blum told Deadline, “This is a story about connection. How do we connect from one individual to another, and from one planet to another?...

The following contains major spoilers for Duchess, now available digitally.

Duchess marks the welcome return of Philip Winchester to the action genre. Though the actor is more recognized for his network TV roles like litigating on Law & Order: Svu, his biggest and best parts have come in action-oriented projects. He has the great ability to fully develop a character while also making a running gunfight look easy, which is one of the strengths in Neil Marshall's gangster film.

However, Winchester's screen time in Duchess is cut short when his character Rob is murdered -- his death serving as the inciting incident that kicks off the title character's quest for revenge. In an interview with Cbr, the actor spoke about returning to the genre that he's so comfortable in. He also dished on learning about Rob's fate and how complicated it was to film the all-important death scene.

Holly Marie Combs pays heartfelt tribute to late co-star Shannen Doherty on Instagram with touching photos and a message. Combs and Doherty starred together in the popular TV series Charmed. Despite past tensions with other co-stars, Combs stands by Doherty's legacy in Charmed and honors her impactful life.

Holly Marie Combs gives a sweet tribute to late co-star Shannen Doherty. Doherty and Combs previously starred together in the TV series Charmed, where they played sisters Piper and Prue. On July 13, Doherty tragically passed away at the age of 53, succumbing to her battle with breast cancer.

All eight seasons of Charmed are currently available to watch on Peacock.

Taking to Instagram, Combs offers a touching tribute to the late Doherty. Combs posted a series of images of herself and Doherty throughout the years, many of which were from a couple of decades ago. The images stemmed from both red carpet-style experiences...

Vertigo Releasing has officially announced the release date for the highly anticipated action-thriller Duchess, directed by Neil Marshall, the director behind horror favourites Dog Soldiers and The Descent. The film, which stars Charlotte Kirk, is set to hit select UK cinemas and be available for digital download from 12th August.

Duchess centres around a small-time crook named Scarlett Monaghan, known as Duchess, who attempts to infiltrate the perilous world of diamond trafficking. When a deal goes disastrously wrong, she is left for dead. However, driven by a fierce desire for retribution, Duchess embarks on an unrelenting quest for vengeance. The film promises a gripping narrative filled with intense action sequences and a compelling portrayal of a woman’s struggle for justice.

The film boasts a stellar cast including Charlotte Kirk (The Lair), Philip Winchester (Strike Back), Colm Meaney (Layer Cake), Hoji Fortuna (That Dirty Black Bag), Colin Egglesfield (Something Borrowed...

Exclusive: Andrew Lincoln is returning to British TV.

The Walking Dead star has landed his first role on this side of the pond for well over a decade in an ITV thriller that he will EP titled Cold Water, which is penned by storied playwright David Ireland and produced by Eric outfit Sister. Fellow cast includes Ewen Bremner (Trainspotting), Indira Varma (Obsession) and Eve Myles (Keeping Faith).

In Cold Water, Lincoln will play John, a repressed man who who is shocked to find himself in middle age, secretly raging at his life as a stay-at-home dad. He moves to a backwater Scottish village and strikes up a friendship with next door neighbor Tommy (Bremner), who is despised by wife Fiona (Varma). When her husband’s relationship with their enigmatic new neighbour becomes increasingly intense, Fiona’s suspicions are aroused. She is unconvinced Tommy is all he seems to be.

Lincoln...