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Munich-based sales agency the Playmaker has signed a key distribution deal for Japan with Ipa Asia on its hit heist comedy “Two to One,” starring Academy Award-nominated German thesp Sandra Hüller.

Hüller is joined in the cast by Max Riemelt (“Sense 8”) and Ronald Zehrfeld. The film is directed by Natja Brunckhorst, known for her critically acclaimed work on “Alles in Bester Ordnung” and “Wie Feuer und Flamme.”

“Two to One” is based on true events that took place during the reunification of Germany in 1990. In the chaos during the disintegration of the German Democratic Republic, a group of clever East Germans seize the chance to retrieve hidden millions from an underground vault. As they outsmart formidable opponents, the heist takes an unexpected turn when money officially unrecognized in East Germany circulates.

Pic has already sold widely in other territories, including Kmbo in France, A Contracorriente in Spain, Madman in Australia and Rosebud in Greece.

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Altered Carbon is a cyberpunk sci-fi thriller series created by Laeta Kalogridis. Based on the 2002 novel of the same name by Richard K. Morgan, the Netflix series follows Takeshi Kovacs, one of the last surviving members of the Interstellar Warriors who wakes up 300 years into the future in a new body. He soon discovers that he was woken up to solve the murder of a wealthy man. Altered Carbon stars Joel Kinnaman, James Purefoy, Anthony Mackie, Martha Higareda, Chris Conner, Dichen Lachman, and Atoh Essandoh. So, if you loved the inventive concept, thrilling story, and compelling characters in Altered Carbon, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

Westworld (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – HBO

Westworld is a sci-fi Western thriller drama series created by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. Based on the 1973 film of the same name by Michael Crichton,...

Former Doctor Who star Freema Agyeman has revealed why a return for her character Martha Jones was scrapped. Martha was the Tenth Doctor's main companion in Doctor Who's third season, where she traveled the world amassing forces to help free humanity from The Master's enslavement.

Martha was then brought back as part of an all-star team of former Doctor Who companions in season four's two part finale, where Ten (David Tennant) and Donna Noble (Catherine Tate) called all of their friends together to fight off a Dalek invasion of earth. These episodes saw Martha seemingly being recruited by Captain Jack Harkness (John Barrowman) to join his black-ops team, though full-time appearances in the Torchwood spinoff series never materialized.

Freema Agyeman Explains Why She Never Joined Torchwood Full Time

The 15 Best Rose Tyler Episodes on Doctor Who, Ranked

Billie Piper as Rose Tyler was a big part of Doctor Who's 2005 revival,...

[Editor’s Note: this list was originally published in April 2017. It has since been updated to coincide with the Season 2 premiere of “Severance.”]

It hardly needs mentioning, but not all science fiction is created equal. Even as a term, it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly what constitutes sci-fi, especially in a medium like TV that can change so much from week to week or season to season. So when we took stock of the best TV shows from the past two decades, we tried to take a hard line separating the sci-fi from the fantasy.

That’s not to say that a few of the shows might have an odd sword or two, but most of what we tried to single out here imagines a world markedly different from our own. Some take place in reimagined futures, while others take a sharper focus on the present with some key, otherworldly changes.

So, follow us down the rabbit hole to some of the most thrilling, thought-provoking —and in many cases, utterly horrifying — alternate...

Actors Moon Choi and Sukku Son are set to star in the indie feature “Bedford Park,” which will mark the directorial debut of writer and editor Stephanie Ahn.

The film revolves around an accident that “brings together the lives of a Korean American woman, struggling between her loyalty to her family and the pull towards her passions, and a forsaken ex-wrestler, trying to right the wrongs of his fractured past.”

The project hails from producers Gary Foster and Russ Krasnoff for Krasnoff/Foster Productions, Chris S. Lee of B&c Content banner and Nina Yang Bongiovi, who is the producing partner of Forest Whitaker through the Significant Productions banner. “Bedford Park” is expected to begin production in the spring in New Jersey, with hopes of making the festival rounds next year.

“I’m always seeking new filmmaker voices who are singular in their vision with unique perspectives. Stephanie embodies both and...

Nicolas Cage's latest horror movie, Arcadian, is available to stream, but is it actually worth watching? Cage has steadily acted in some strong horror films in the past several years, and Arcadian is another solid entry in that line-up. Premiering at South by Southwest in March 2024, Arcadian revolves around a family of three that is trying to survive in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by monsters. The movie was written by Michael Nilon and directed by Benjamin Brewer, who was a visual effects artist on Everything Everywhere All at Once.

Alongside Nicolas Cage, the film stars Jaeden Martell and Maxwell Jenkins as his teenage sons. Sadie Soverall rounds out the main cast of the film. Arcadian helps Nicolas Cage continue his critical win streak, but ultimately, is Arcadian actually worth watching?

Arcadian Is Worth Watching It's A Solid Movie With Great Performances & Cool Creatures

Like all movies, whether something is good or not is subjective,...

Actor Aml Ameen left Sense8 before season 2, and thanks to his performance in the show's first volume many wonder why Capheus was recast. The Wachowski sisters (The Matrix) created Sense8, which follows 8 strangers from different countries and cultures who come to realize they have a psychic connection and can share emotions, knowledge, and skills with one another. They belong to a rare breed of human beings known as “sensates,” but their shared connection soon leads to them being hunted down by shadowy forces.

Capheus, an African bus driver inspired by martial arts movies, was one of the most likable members of the core sensate group. It was announced prior to the arrival of Sense8 season 2 that Aml Ameen, who played Capheus, quit the show and would be replaced by Toby Onwumere. With Aml Ameen's sudden departure from his Capheus Sense8 role, there were quickly rumblings of creative differences and rumors...

Mark Withers, who had recurring roles on such shows as Kaz, Dynasty and Days of Our Lives, has died. He was 77.

Withers died Nov. 22 after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer, his daughter, Jessie Withers, told The Hollywood Reporter.

“He confronted his illness with the same strength and dignity he brought to his craft, creating a legacy of warmth, humor and dedication, along with his remarkable ability to make every role unforgettable,” she wrote in a tribute. His “enduring talent and commitment to the industry will be fondly remembered by colleagues, friends and fans alike.”

Withers portrayed Peter Colcourt on the Ron Leibman-starring CBS crime drama Kaz from 1978-79, Ted Dinard on ABC’s Dynasty in 1981 — he’s murdered by Blake Carrington (John Forsythe), leading to Joan Collins joining the series as Alexis Carrington — and Coach Locke on NBC’s Days of Our Lives from 1986-87.

He also appeared on dozens of other shows,...

A 2009 martial arts movie produced by the Wachowskis is performing well during its run on streaming. The Wachowskis made their directorial debut with the crime thriller Bound in 1996, after penning the screenplay for 1995 Sylvester Stallone movie Assassins. But the siblings shot to global fame when they wrote and directed the 1999 science fiction action film The Matrix starring Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne, and Hugo Weaving. The movie was met with widespread critical acclaim, and is considered a modern classic, as well as one of the greatest and most influential science-fiction films ever made.

Following the unexpected success of The Matrix, the duo wrote and directed The Matrix Reloaded, and The Matrix Revolutions (both 2003), as well as expanding The Matrix franchise in the realm of video games and animation. Branching out from the series, they also wrote dystopian action movie V For Vendetta, as well as making sports action-comedy Speed Racer,...

Mark Withers, known for starring in projects as diverse as Dynasty and Stranger Things, has died at the age of 77 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. The actor’s passing was announced by his daughter Jessie, who shared a statement announcing that he passed away on November 22. Sharing the information with Variety, the statement read:

“He confronted his illness with the same strength and dignity he brought to his craft, creating a legacy of warmth, humor, and dedication, along with his remarkable ability to make every role unforgettable. Mark’s enduring talent and commitment to the industry will be fondly remembered by colleagues, friends, and fans alike.”

One of Withers’ final roles in his long career was in the first season of Netflix hit Stranger Things, in which he played Coroner Gary. The one-off appearance is probably one that went by unnoticed for many viewers, but for those who have...

Mark Withers, a television actor known for portraying Ted Dinard in the original “Dynasty” series, died Nov. 22. He was 77.

Mark Withers’ death was confirmed by his daughter, Jessie Withers. The cause was pancreatic cancer.

His daughter remembered him fondly, writing: “He confronted his illness with the same strength and dignity he brought to his craft, creating a legacy of warmth, humor, and dedication, along with his remarkable ability to make every role unforgettable. Mark’s enduring talent and commitment to the industry will be fondly remembered by colleagues, friends, and fans alike.”

In addition to his role as Steven’s boyfriend Ted in “Dynasty,” Withers had guest appearances on “Wonder Woman,” “Magnum, P.I.,” “The Dukes of Hazzard,” “Hart to Hart,” “Remington Steele,” “Dallas,” “L.A. Law,” “Days of Our Lives,” “Matlock,” “Kaz,” “The King of Queens” and “Frasier.”

In recent years, he continued his television career with roles in “True Blood,...

Tom Tykwer’s “The Light” will open the 75th Berlin International Film Festival. The German-French production, Das Licht (“The Light”) will be presented as a Berlinale Special Gala out of competition in the Berlinale Palast.

The film marks Tykwer’s return to the big screen after seven years and four seasons as writer and director of the hit series “Babylon Berlin.”

“We knew as soon as we saw ‘Das Licht’ (‘The Light’) that we wanted to have it open the 75th Berlinale,” said festival director Tricia Tuttle. “Tom Tykwer finds beauty and joy in our often fractured and challenging world, and magically captures the essence of our modern life on screen. It is our great pleasure to welcome Tom back to the Berlinale with ‘Das Licht’ (‘The Light’),” she continued.

“The Light” stars Lars Eidinger, Nicolette Krebitz, Elke Biesendorfer, Julius Gause and Elyas Eldridge.

Set in present day in Berlin,...

Marcus Loges has been named the new head of production at storied German backlot Studio Babelsberg, the studio unveiled on Wednesday. On Jan. 1, he will take over from Henning Molfenter, who has run Babelsberg’s production operations for the past 20 years.

Loges has production credits on multiple features that shot at Babelberg, including on sci-fi epic Cloud Atlas, co-directed by the Wachowski siblings and German helmer Tom Tykwer, and on the Netflix series The Queen’s Gambit. He worked on several Wachowskis-produced projects that shot in Germany, including as a producer on the Wachowskis’ Netflix show Sense8 and as a production manager on James McTeigue’s V for Vendetta and Ninja Assassin.

More recently, Loges worked as a line producer on the hit German series Babylon Berlin, co-created by Tykwer, Henk Handloegten, and Achim von Borries.

“It is a great honor and pleasure for me to return to Babelsberg – to a...

Ella Purnell in ‘Sweetpea’ (Photo Credit: Starz)

Sweetpea killed it with viewers and earned a second season order from Starz and Sky. Dubbed a “coming-of-rage” comedy/thriller, Sweetpea stars Ella Purnell (Fallout) as a woman who accidentally discovers she likes the rush that comes with murder.

“Being part of Rhiannon’s coming-of-rage journey has been a career highlight for me, and to see fans engage with and relate to our oddball Rhiannon, in all her complexity, feels truly special,” said star and executive producer Purnell. “I cannot wait for audiences to see what she does next. Stay tuned.”

The six-episode first season premiered on Starz on October 10, 2024. The first season’s cast included Nicôle Lecky (Sense8) as Julia, Jon Pointing (Smothered) as Craig, Calam Lynch (Bridgerton) as Aj, and Leah Harvey (Foundation) as Marina. Jeremy Swift (Ted Lasso) played Norman and Dustin Demri-Burns (Slow Horses) starred as Jeff.

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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,...

Netflix has paved the way for many amazing TV shows in the last 15 years, revolutionizing the television landscape. However, because of its international reach and ambitious plans, the platform has not always been able to keep up with all the projects it initiates, often leading to the cancelation of some of its best series. Sometimes, TV shows need more seasons to reach their full potential. As a consequence, many promising stories have been abandoned, leaving their viewers yearning for more.

Some of these cancelations were caused by factors outside Netflix's control the Covid-19 pandemic being a major example. However, many of the canceled TV shows had such an exceptional critical reception and committed fanbase that their sudden ending felt unjustified. Due to their original renewal plans, some stories ended on shocking cliffhangers, leaving fans without closure. For these reasons, many canceled Netflix shows are worth revisiting, giving their characters the...

Chuck Lorre is best known for his sitcoms like The Big Bang Theory, Two and a Half Men, Mom, and The Kominsky Method. Known as the king of sitcoms, Lorre seemed to have cracked the code when it came to multi-cam comedies, with shows like Tbbt becoming staples of pop culture.

However, he seemed to have misfired with Netflix’s Disjointed. The Kathy Bates starrer followed a marijuana advocate and the employees in her cannabis store. While the reviews were middling at best, the show was known for its edgy humor, with one episode talking about the Illuminati conspiracy. It was canceled after one season.

Did Chuck Lorre’s Disjointed Get Canceled Due To The Illuminati Joke? Kathy Bates in Disjointed | Credits: Netflix

Any video-sharing platform has thousands of videos talking about popular conspiracy theories such as the allegedly faked moon landing, alien invasions, shadow governments ruling the world, and many more.

In January 2007, the pioneering DVD-by-mail rental service Netflix launched a streaming media platform, introducing the idea of video on demand via an Internet connection. A the time of launch, Netflix only had 1,000 films available for streaming. A month later, Netflix would mail out its billionth DVD to a customer, which marked the beginning of the end. In the following years, thanks to partnerships made with studios and broadcasters like Disney, Warner Bros., Viacom, DreamWorks, The CW, and AMC, Netflix's streaming service was proving more popular than the mail subscription service that built their company.

But on February 1, 2013, a massive shift occurred when Netflix released "House of Cards," its first original, United States-produced series exclusive to the streamer. It wasn't just a riveting political drama, but one that also boasted huge Hollywood names like a yet-to-be-disgraced Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright. Netflix proved that they could do more than just obtain...

Territory season 1 embellishes its dangerous neo-Western story and setting with scarce but effective song choices. The new Netflix series puts impressive effort into developing its drama with authenticity, building every aspect of its world with high-quality production value. Aside from outstanding performances from Territory's cast and a solid script, what the TV series really excels at is establishing a unique atmosphere that's simultaneously dangerous and captivating. Music is a vital tool in making that work.

While music is fairly abundant in Territory, a majority of the soundtrack is the musical score from composers Johnny Klimek and Gabriel Mounsey. The two have collaborated on various projects, such as The Matrix Resurrections, and they've also both worked on other Netflix TV shows like Boy Swallows Universe and Sense8. Territory is a succession story set on Marianne Station, the world's largest cattle ranch, and it follows the Lawson family through their struggles...

Exclusive: Oscar winner Youn Yuh-jung has been tapped as a lead opposite Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, Charles Melton and Cailee Spaeny in Season 2 of Netflix’s anthology series Beef, from creator, executive producer and showrunner Lee Sung Jin and A24.

In the 8-episode new installment, a young couple witnesses an alarming fight between their boss (Isaac) and his wife (Mulligan), triggering chess moves of favors and coercion in the elitist world of a country club and its Korean billionaire owner (Youn).

For Youn, this marks a reunion with Netflix and A24. Veteran Korean actress’ first American series was Netflix’s Sense8, in which she had a small role. Youn’s Hollywood debut was in A24’s Minari, which earned her an Oscar, among other major awards.

She currently stars in Apple TV+’s period drama Pachinko, which is awaiting word on a potential third season, and...

Everyone's got a show whose cancellation still shakes them to their core. For some, it's Netflix's brilliant sci-fi "Sense8." For others, it was the wrestling dramedy "Glow"... also produced by Netflix. Honestly, if you've been around long enough, there's a high chance you've gotten your heart broken by Netflix at some point. The streaming service has become public enemy #1 for many a TV fan; they're more likely to cancel your favorite series than they are to greenlight another season of it. That habit even extends to shows that, by all accounts, found critical and commercial success, like "Shadow and Bone." The series achieved a rare feat by scoring a loyal following, critical buzz, and solid streaming numbers — but that didn't stop it from getting the axe after its second season.

As an adaptation of Leigh Bardugo's YA fantasy series of the same name, "Shadow and Bone" was poised...

The highly anticipated Italian spin-off of Citadel, titled Citadel: Diana, premiered on Prime Video on October 10, 2024. Expanding the universe of the Russo Brothers’ 2023 spy-thriller Citadel, this new series brings a fresh storyline and a diverse international cast to the forefront. Set in a futuristic 2030 Milan, Citadel: Diana introduces undercover agents played by a dedicated cast, hidden moles, and powerful crime syndicates, all while adding a unique Italian flavor to the global Citadel saga.

Here’s a comprehensive look at the cast and their characters in Citadel: Diana:

Citadel: Diana Main Cast & Characters: Matilda De Angelis as Diana Cavalieri

Born in Bologna, Italy, Matilda De Angelis has gained recognition for roles in films like Rose Island and The Law According to Lidia Poёt. In Citadel: Diana, she plays the titular character Diana, an undercover Citadel agent who must navigate the world of the Manticore organization while trapped behind enemy lines.

Lana and Lilly Wachowski used to work as a filmmaking duo, bringing us the likes of Bound, The Matrix and its first two sequels, Speed Racer, Cloud Atlas, and Jupiter Ascending, while also scripting the likes of V for Vendetta and Assassins, plus creating the TV series Sense8. In recent years, they have been focusing on separate projects, with Lana making The Matrix Resurrections solo while Lilly has been working on the Showtime series Work in Progress and a movie called Trash Mountain. Now, during an interview with Autostraddle, Lilly has revealed that she has several other projects in the works, including an adaptation of the horror novel Manhunt.

Lilly Wachowski said, “I have my fingers in a lot of different projects. Some of the projects are big, some of the projects are small, but they’re all queer and trans. I’ve just written a script with my partner...

Netflix is not consistently opposed to canceling series, as it has done in the past with popular ones like Sense8 and The Get Down. The streaming service also has plenty of popular shows that have run for four, five, or even more seasons. Grace and Frankie currently remains Netflix's longest-running series to date, having concluded its run after seven successful seasons. However, there's another show poised to snatch this honor away.

Grace and Frankie ranks among the best long-running shows, meaning those with at least four seasons. As such, it's in good company with several others that Netflix fans enjoy, such as the supernatural Stranger Things and the hit prison show Orange Is The New Black. That said, there are a lot more long-running shows on Netflix for fans to watch, and they come in a wide range of genres.

Updated on October 5th, 2024, by Fawzia Khan: Netflix Originals tend to get canceled quickly,...

"The Boys" showrunner Eric Kripke announced earlier this year that his five-season plan for the show is indeed still happening. The next season will the be the last one, even if the show's spinoff(s) may continue indefinitely. It's a relief to a lot of fans who worried the show was dragging things out too much, but it's also a slight disappointment to actor Laz Alonso, who plays Mother's Milk. In a recent episode of the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Alonso revealed his idea for the series finale's format:

"I've been unsuccessfully pitching that we end the show with a feature film to Eric. Like, make the last episode of season 5 a cliffhanger and announce the film that we've been filming since the beginning of the series, pretty much... But [Kripke] always somehow gets out of that one."

When asked if he'd want the movie to be released in theaters, Alonso indicated yes,...

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...

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,...

All episodes of Twilight of the Gods are now streaming on Netflix, and the review embargo for Zack Snyder's adult animated Norse mythology series lifted around the same time the show premiered.

This isn't always a great sign, but the first wave of reviews have been mostly very positive.

Snyder's work has rarely gone over well with critics, but his last Netflix collaboration - the Rebel Moon movies - really came in for a drubbing. So far, Twilight of the Gods has fared a lot better.

Though there are some negative verdicts, the majority of write-ups praise the animation style, world-building, voice-acting and bloody action - although it sounds like Snyder may have overindulged in the graphic violence and sex a little too much for some tastes.

Have a read through the reviews below, and we'll be sure to update once we have a Rotten Tomatoes score.

While...

Most TV viewers have had to cope with losing a beloved show that was canceled way too soon. Sometimes, a show needs more than a season to find its footing, but the television climate doesn't always allow a series that kind of time to find an audience. One platform known to cancel a TV series way too early is Netflix, despite once taking the stance of allowing their shows to find an audience. The list of canceled Netflix series is so vast now that a hashtag has gone viral on social media as fans remember and shed a tear for some of the platform's fallen TV projects.

If you head over to X, you will find that #NetflixCancels is trending as fans discuss a slew of shows that were killed on the platform far too soon. Much of this seems to have been sparked by a 2017 post on Netflix's then-official Twitter page that states,...

“Baby Reindeer” star Nava Mau may be becoming a trans role model following the success of the Netflix drama and her Emmy nomination for her work on the show, but the actor isn’t ready to call herself an “activist.”

“I really shy away from that word because I think that people who are activists are often times involved with organizing and I deeply respect that work,” Mau told me Friday at the Television Academy’s Performer Nominee Celebration at The Wallis in Beverly Hills. “I tend to call myself an advocate.”

Mau’s nod for outstanding supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie makes her the first transgender woman nominated in that category.

She becomes emotional when talking about hearing from trans youth who thank her for her visibility. “It makes me cry a little bit,” Mau said.

She recalls being honored at the Toronto International...

Zack Snyder's adult animated Norse mythology series, Twilight of the Gods, is set to premiere on Netflix on September 19, and the streamer has now released an action-packed final trailer.

This full-length promo spotlights plenty of bloody battles, as a mortal warrior named Sigrid enlists the aid of Loki (probably not a great idea) to wage war against Thor after the vengeful God of Thunder murders her entire family.

"In a mythical world of great battles, great deeds, and great despair, Leif (Stuart Martin), a mortal king, is saved on the battlefield by Sigrid (Sylvia Hoeks), an iron-willed warrior with whom he falls in love," reads the updated synopsis. "On their wedding night, Sigrid and Leif survive a wrath of terror from Thor (Pilou Asbæk), which sets them — and a crew of crusaders — on a merciless mission for vengeance, against all odds. This heroic story of love, loss, and revenge,...

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Travelers has to be one of the most brilliantly thought-out time travel thriller dramas ever made. Created by Brad Wright, the Netflix series follows a group of travelers who had to send their consciousness back in time to the 21st century. Knowing what is going to happen in the future if they don’t complete their mission, these travelers have to stop the end of the world. Travelers stars Eric McCormack, MacKenzie Porter, Nesta Cooper, Jared Abrahamson, Reilly Dolman, and Patrick Gilmore. So, if you loved the thrilling stories, sci-fi elements, and compelling characters in Travelers here are some similar shows you should check out next.

Continuum (Prime Video) Credit – Showcase

Continuum is a sci-fi action drama series created by Simon Barry. The Showcase series follows the story of Kiera Cameron, a cop in 2077 as she is forced...

Since there are so many new shows added to Netflix each month, it's tough to know which shows are the right ones for you. Maybe you start watching a show that's advertised to you or has been popular on the top 10, and then randomly in the middle, there's an instance of violence or nudity you weren't expecting to see. That can often happen with TV-ma-rated shows.

Obviously, before watching a new show on Netflix, viewers like to be as informed as possible on what they are about to spend their hard-earned free time watching. On Aug. 29, Netflix released Kaos, a dark fantasy series that centers on the exploits of Greek gods and other mythological situations. The subject matter alone makes way for some potential content and trigger warnings.

Trying to decide whether Netflix's new mythological dark comedy should be on your watch list? Before you take the plunge and watch Kaos,...

Emmy nominees “Fallout,” “Fargo” and “Ripley” were the top television series winners at the 11th annual Location Managers Guild International (Lgmi) Awards, which were handed out on Saturday evening in Los Angeles.

“Fallout” won the award for period television series, while “Fargo” won for contemporary TV series and “Ripley” won for limited series, anthologies or movies.

Recent Oscar Best Picture winner “Oppenheimer” and “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1” received the awards for period and contemporary films, respectively.

Film in Iceland was honored with the film commission award for its work on HBO’s “True Detective: Night Country.”

The Motion Picture & Television Fund (MPTF) received the Humanitarian Award for its commitment to exceptional work at the forefront of providing a wide range of health and social services to the entertainment community. Jennifer Jorge, MPTF’s director of community social services, accepted the award from presenter Camilla Belle.

Veteran location manager Sue Quinn,...

Get ready to dive into the latest must-watch series that’s sure to keep you glued to your Netflix screens! The Accident, a gripping Mexican thriller created by the talented Leonardo Padrón, made its debut on Netflix on August 21, 2024, and it’s already got viewers buzzing.

This new drama takes us on a heart-wrenching journey following a tragic incident at a child's birthday party. What unfolds is an exploration of grief, guilt, and the complex web of emotions that follow. According to its official IMDb logline:

A tragic accident radically changes the lives of three families, triggering a terrible spiral of guilt, resentment, and violence, that will lead them to explore the outermost edges of pain, endurance, and mercy.IMDb

The series, originally titled Accidente, is brought to life by a stellar cast of Mexican actors who masterfully embody the complex characters at the center of this emotional rollercoaster. Curious...

"They want a war... I will give it to them."

Following several brief teasers, Netflix (via Toonado.com) has released an action-packed full trailer for Zack Snyder's adult animated Norse mythology series, Twilight of the Gods, which is set to premiere on the streaming service on September 19.

This "blood, sex and dragons" promo makes it abundantly clear that this will not be a show for the whole family, as a mortal warrior named Sigrid wages war against Loki, Thor and all of their fellow Asgardian gods in extremely violent fashion while also taking care of some other business in the bedroom.

"In a mythical world of great battles, great deeds, and great despair, Leif (Stuart Martin), a mortal king, is saved on the battlefield by Sigrid (Sylvia Hoeks), an iron-willed warrior with whom he falls in love," reads the recently-released synopsis. "On their wedding night, Sigrid and Leif survive...

The Playmaker has closed several additional distribution deals for comedy “Two to One,” which stars Academy Award-nominated Sandra Hüller, whose credits include “Anatomy of a Fall” and “Toni Erdmann.”

The film has been a hit at the German box office with 278,416 admissions and a gross of €2,705,117 for the period July 25 to Aug. 11. The German distributor is X-Verleih.

The Playmaker has sold the film to buyers in Scandinavia (Nonstop Entertainment), Israel (Lev Cinemas), Hungary (Cirko Film), Baltics (Estin Film) and Latin America (Synapse Distribution).

Previously announced deals have secured the film’s release in France (Kmbo), Spain (A Contracorriente), Australia (Madman) and Greece (Rosebud).

“Two to One” is one of 13 films in the running to be Germany’s entry for the best international feature film category of the Oscars.

In “Two to One,” a group of clever East Germans take advantage of the chaotic situation in East Germany in 1990 to retrieve...

Jupiter Ascending is about to make a name for itself. The science-fiction film, which flopped upon its release in 2015, is set to arrive on Tubi next month.

Starring Channing Tatu, Mila Kunis, Sean Bean, and Eddie Redmayne, Jupiter Ascending will become available to stream on Tubi beginning Sept. 1. Written and directed by the Wachowskis, Jupiter Ascending focuses on Jupiter Jones (Kunis), an ordinary cleaning woman, and Caine Wise (Tatum), an interplanetary warrior who informs Jones that her destiny extends beyond Earth. Despite the all-star cast and the Wachowskis at the helm, Jupiter Ascending was a major box office bomb for Warner Bros., grossing just $184 million against its $176210 million budget.

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Sci-fi romances that involve some kind of interplanetary expedition don’t really have happy endings, do they? Star Wars, as a franchise, is one of the biggest space operas in existence and it is plagued with doomed romances. Solaris is responsible for the “sad men in space” template. For the most part, the two Dune movies by Denis Villeneuve focused on the love story forming between Paul Atreides and Chani, and by the end of the second film, it seemed like Chani will try to kill Paul. Jupiter Ascending (which is a movie I like!), Passengers, and the Avatar movies are kind of the outliers here, I guess. But the exception proves the rule, i.e. if your romantic couple is in a sci-fi movie (even if it’s a short film), then it won’t last. So, let’s talk about Alpha 27.

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The Umbrella Academy has just premiered its final season, but there are plenty of options for shows if you like it!

The Umbrella Academy has been one of Netflix’s biggest original series. Based on the cult comic book, six superpowered kids are brought together by a millionaire to save the world. The show is known for its outlandish characters and storytelling, mixing alternate timelines, time travel and more alongside situations no other show can take on. The fourth season will wrap up the story and end the show.

Thankfully, there are some good shows just like Umbrella Academy out there. Some are based on comic books, a mix of superheroes, fantasy, sci-fi, and more with an offbeat style and pretty crazy. Streaming offers many options, while these fifteen shows are right up the alley for Umbrella Academy fans to check out if you want an unusual type of heroic show!

Watchmen Chapter 1: Where to Watch It in the US, UK and Abroad - Main Image

Warner Bros. is set to release their newest animation series for DC, Watchmen, this August, but not in the way fans think. Here's a where to watch guide for Watchmen Chapter 1 which comes out this August 13.

Where to Stream Watchmen Chapter 1 in the US, UK and Abroad

Written by J. Michael Straczynski and directed by Brandon Vietti, Watchmen: Chapter 1 centers on a group of retired heroes reuniting to investigate the mysterious death of The Comedian.

Considering that the Outlawed Vigilantes are coming out soon, where can US, UK, and Abroad fans watch the DC flick?

The two-part animated film is slated to release on August 13 on Digital. What does that mean?

DC fans have two options on how to watch Chapter 1 and that is by purchasing or renting their digital copy via Apple TV,...

The upcoming Game of Thrones spinoff A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight has added seven more cast members. This includes Henry Ashton as Daeron Targaryen. Also joining the cast are Edward Ashley, Daniel Monks, Tom Vaughan-Lawlor, Danny Webb, Shaun Thomas, and Youssef Kerkour.

The Game of Thrones spinoff A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight has added seven more stars to its cast. The show is based on the Tales of Dunk and Egg novellas by George R. R. Martin, which take place in the Song of Ice and Fire universe and follow the adventures of the young Ser Duncan the Tall and King Aegon V Targaryen. The cast of the upcoming The Hedge Knight already features Peter Claffey as Dunk and Dexter Sol Ansell as Egg alongside Finn Bennett, Bertie Carvel, Tanzyn Crawford, Daniel Ings, and Sam Spruell.

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A-list movie directors are increasingly creating TV shows, thanks to the creative freedom offered by streaming platforms. Some TV shows, like "Band of Brothers," continue a director's exploration of a certain theme. Directors like David Fincher and the Wachowski sisters bring their unique styles to TV shows like "Mindhunter" and "Sense8".

A-list movie directors sometimes take time out from their regular careers to create TV shows, many of which have scooped several awards. The advent of streaming has attracted more movie directors to TV than ever before, especially since streaming platforms often offer unrestricted creative freedom. This results in some bold TV shows that reflect a director's style.

Sometimes, a TV show starts life as an idea for a movie, but the director reconsiders this after working on it further. Not too long ago, movie directors would rarely consider making a TV show, but there is now more money and prestige associated with TV.

Netflix original series offer diverse and innovative content, appealing to discerning audiences seeking compelling narratives and unique perspectives. Shows like Sense8, Kingdom, and Maniac push the boundaries of television storytelling, diving deep into intricate narratives and controversial themes. From global sci-fi dramas to historical horror series, Netflix originals like Dark, Caliphate, and Travelers captivate viewers with immersive plots and thought-provoking themes.

Over the years, Netflix has been building an extensive and diverse original content portfolio. While many of them have become household names, some brilliant shows get less credit than they deserve. These are shows with big emotions and lots of stylized action. From tension-fueled crime dramas to thought-provoking science fiction, these Netflix originals are pushing the boundaries of television and are must-sees for discerning audiences.

There are, after all, a huge number of series that may not go mainstream but hold their ground above average in both appeal and craft.

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,...

Skynet is making its return: the trailer for the Netflix animated series “Terminator Zero” has been revealed.

The series follows the aftermath of Skynet, an AI being, gaining consciousness and waging its war against humanity in “Terminator 2: Judgment Day.” It becomes self-aware on Aug. 29, 1997, after which a war rages on for decades.

“Terminator Zero” is set in 2022 and follows a soldier, Eiko (Rosario Dawson), who is sent back in time to change the fate of humanity. She journeys back to 1997 to protect a scientist named Malcolm Lee (André Holland), who is working on another AI system, Kokono (Sonoya Mizuno) to compete with Skynet. Although it exists in the Terminator universe, it centers entirely around new characters.

The trailer sees Lee attempting to save the Earth from Skynet, while being hunted down by an assassin from the future.

Timothy Olyphant and Ann Dowd round out the voice cast. David Ellison,...

Post-2005 Doctor Who main TV-show companions. That’s the first qualifier to add to the following list. For now at least, we’re celebrating only the Nu-Who main companions who had their own proper stint travelling in the Tardis, or any of the many wonderful actors who preceded them in the classic era.

Now that the rationale has been set out, join us to round up some of the best after-Who roles from the likes of Billie Piper, Freema Agyeman, Catherine Tate, Karen Gillan, Arthur Darvill, Jenna Coleman, Pearl Mackie, Mandip Gill and Tosin Cole. It’s too early to add Millie Gibson to this gang but look out for her in rebooted period drama The Forsyte Saga when it arrives.

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[Editor’s Note: this list was originally published in March 2018. It has since been updated with new entries.]

It’s easy to think of the kind of stories that get told in the comic book world as just one genre or tone, but as seen below, graphic novels, comic strips, and other sequential art have offered up an incredible range of storytelling. And these stories have been inspiring great TV shows for years, even before superhero stories dominated the box office.

There were plenty of options that nearly made the list, like the WB’s “Smallville,” which squandered its early potential after running just a few seasons too long. Because one of the most exciting things about these stories is that there’s a rich variety to choose from.

With editorial contributions from Liz Shannon Miller, Ben Travers, and Hanh Nguyen.

27. “DuckTales” ‘DuckTales’©Disney Channel/courtesy Everett / Everett Collection

Yes, really, “DuckTales” is based on a comic book. Scrooge McDuck and his nephews Hughie, Dewey, and Louie come...

Forget summer blockbusters. On July 1, ABC’s six-season hit series Lost became available for streaming on Netflix and the show’s availability on not one, but two major streaming services (the other being Hulu) has skyrocketed the story of the survivors of Oceanic Flight 815 back into the spotlight. From original fans of the series, which ran from 2004 to 2010, to new Dharma Initiative recruits, all eyes are on the lush island where characters like Jack, Kate, and Sawyer found themselves fighting to survive and keep their own dark secrets hidden.

Lost’s renaissance is sure to leave a new generation of viewers asking questions about the mythology of the island, the story of its strange inhabitants, and what the heck happened in the final episode. And, don’t even get us started on explaining the series’ epilogue, which new viewers won’t find on Netflix or Hulu. There’s also bound...

Principal photography is underway in Chile on Prime Video Original ‘The House of the Spirits,’ an 8-part series based on Chilean author Isabel Allende’s career-launching novel. Allende, Eva Longoria and her Hyphenate Media Group are executive producing the show.

The project had been in development at lead producer FilmNation Entertainment, which brought in Chilean filmmaking team Francisca Alegria and Fernanda Urrejola (“The Cow Who Sang a Song into the Future”) to write and also showrun the series alongside seasoned local director/producer Andres Wood whose extensive credits include “Machuca” and series “News of a Kidnapping” and “Los 80.” Pablo and Juan de Dios Larrain’s Fabula is providing production services.

With over 70 million copies sold, “The House of the Spirits” is considered one of the most prominent novels of the 20th century. It was brought to the big screen in 1993 by Bille August with Meryl Streep, Jeremy Irons, Antonio Banderas...