With its list of new releases for June 2024, HBO streamer Max is finally headed back to Westeros.
The highlight of this month is undoubtedly the premiere of House of the Dragon season 2 on June 16. Episode 1 will drop on both HBO and Max that Sunday night at 9 p.m. Et. With the infamous Targaryen civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons now underway, the next batch of episodes for this Game of Thrones prequel should be truly epic.
Arriving before House of the Dragon season 2 is another story of a fraught succession. Ren Faire, a documentary series about an ailing king retiring from the country’s largest renaissance festival, premieres on June 2. Other TV options this month include Julio Torres comedy Fantasmas on June 7 and docuseries One South: Portrait of a Psych Unit on June 25.
Max plays host to a couple of major movies in June as well. The...
The highlight of this month is undoubtedly the premiere of House of the Dragon season 2 on June 16. Episode 1 will drop on both HBO and Max that Sunday night at 9 p.m. Et. With the infamous Targaryen civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons now underway, the next batch of episodes for this Game of Thrones prequel should be truly epic.
Arriving before House of the Dragon season 2 is another story of a fraught succession. Ren Faire, a documentary series about an ailing king retiring from the country’s largest renaissance festival, premieres on June 2. Other TV options this month include Julio Torres comedy Fantasmas on June 7 and docuseries One South: Portrait of a Psych Unit on June 25.
Max plays host to a couple of major movies in June as well. The...
- 6/1/2024
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
HBO invites viewers to embark on a surreal journey with the premiere episode of “Fantasmas,” titled “Cookies and Spaghetti,” airing on Friday, June 7, 2024, at 11:00 Pm. In this intriguing debut, audiences will be introduced to Julio, a peculiar character whose whimsical adventures defy logic and expectation.
As the episode unfolds, viewers will witness Julio’s eccentric behavior as he navigates through life, ignoring urgent letters from his landlord and embarking on a quest to obtain a gold oyster earring. However, his plans quickly unravel when he loses the coveted earring at the club, setting the stage for a series of whimsical misadventures.
Amidst the chaos, Julio shares insights into his unique perspective on the world, explaining his sensitivity to shapes, colors, numbers, and the alphabet to his fellow rideshare passengers. Through Julio’s eyes, viewers are transported to a world where reality blurs with fantasy, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary.
As the episode unfolds, viewers will witness Julio’s eccentric behavior as he navigates through life, ignoring urgent letters from his landlord and embarking on a quest to obtain a gold oyster earring. However, his plans quickly unravel when he loses the coveted earring at the club, setting the stage for a series of whimsical misadventures.
Amidst the chaos, Julio shares insights into his unique perspective on the world, explaining his sensitivity to shapes, colors, numbers, and the alphabet to his fellow rideshare passengers. Through Julio’s eyes, viewers are transported to a world where reality blurs with fantasy, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary.
- 5/31/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
It’s almost time to head back to Westeros as the second season of “House of the Dragon” premieres on Max and HBO on Sunday, June 16. The epic prequel series to “Game of Thrones” will air new episodes in HBO’s premier window on Sunday night through Aug. 4. Also hitting the service in June will be the comedy special from “Hacks” star “Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go” and the motel-renovation series “Trixie Motel: Drag Me Home.”
Also coming to Max via the Bleacher Report Sports Add-On will be United States Men’s and Women’s soccer games, the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race, Major League Baseball games, and potentially the conclusions of the NBA and NHL conference championship slates. Don’t miss any of the sports action and streaming premieres of the best prestige and unscripted titles on Max. The streamer offers three monthly subscription plans ranging from ad-supported...
Also coming to Max via the Bleacher Report Sports Add-On will be United States Men’s and Women’s soccer games, the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race, Major League Baseball games, and potentially the conclusions of the NBA and NHL conference championship slates. Don’t miss any of the sports action and streaming premieres of the best prestige and unscripted titles on Max. The streamer offers three monthly subscription plans ranging from ad-supported...
- 5/30/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
When Los Espookys was cancelled in 2022, a chorus of disappointment rang out through the industry and from fans of the beloved show. It was the kind of news that threatened a certain sense of disillusionment, but unbeknownst to its fans at the time, creator Julio Torres had a lot up his sleeve. The writer, who first became known for his work on Saturday Night Live digital shorts like “Papyrus” and “The Actress,” was already hard at work on his first feature film and a new series. Problemista hit theaters this spring, and the new series became Fantasmas, which will open Atx TV Festival on May 30 before premiering on Max June 7.
The series, which Torres wrote, directed, and stars in, follows a character of the same name as he follows the trail of a lost earring. Torres spoke to The Hollywood Reporter ahead of the premiere about navigating the industry’s...
The series, which Torres wrote, directed, and stars in, follows a character of the same name as he follows the trail of a lost earring. Torres spoke to The Hollywood Reporter ahead of the premiere about navigating the industry’s...
- 5/30/2024
- by Seija Rankin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Max Reveals Suicide Squad Isekai’s Release Date Is Earlier than Expected - Main Image
Fans of the DC Universe and anime enthusiasts have another reason to celebrate, as the highly anticipated Suicide Squad Isekai anime will possibly be released on Max in June.
Whether you've been a Suicide Squad fan for a long time or are new to their chaotic adventures, this upcoming isekai anime is sure to offer an exciting and innovative fusion of superhero action and isekai adventure.
Suicide Squad Isekai is poised to be a great hit in Japan and around the world as the anime industry continues to embrace cross-cultural productions.
Max Nordic Listed Suicide Squad Isekai with a June Release Date
As listed in a X (formerly Twitter) post by Max Nordic, the pilot episode of Suicide Squad Isekai could be dropping on Max on June 27, 2024.
There are no formal announcements yet from Suicide Squad...
Fans of the DC Universe and anime enthusiasts have another reason to celebrate, as the highly anticipated Suicide Squad Isekai anime will possibly be released on Max in June.
Whether you've been a Suicide Squad fan for a long time or are new to their chaotic adventures, this upcoming isekai anime is sure to offer an exciting and innovative fusion of superhero action and isekai adventure.
Suicide Squad Isekai is poised to be a great hit in Japan and around the world as the anime industry continues to embrace cross-cultural productions.
Max Nordic Listed Suicide Squad Isekai with a June Release Date
As listed in a X (formerly Twitter) post by Max Nordic, the pilot episode of Suicide Squad Isekai could be dropping on Max on June 27, 2024.
There are no formal announcements yet from Suicide Squad...
- 5/29/2024
- EpicStream
"I can feel the inner lives of shapes and colors and sounds and numbers..." Wow that's strange. Max has revealed an official trailer for a wacky comedy series called Fantasmas, streaming this June. It's the latest creation of comedian / writer / actor Julio Torres, who stars in, writes, directs this series after releasing his Problemista film with A24 last year. Fantasmas translates directly to "ghosts" in Spanish, though this series is actually about a golden oyster, or dreams, or other weird things. Torres explores the peculiar world of folktales with a "fresh and unique twist on the classic tale of the lost golden oyster." Ever since he was struck by lightning as a child, he has seen the world in a different light. After experiencing weird dreams, Julio decides to embark on a journey through a surreal, alternate version of New York City. The series stars Torres with Martine Gutierrez, Tomas Matos,...
- 5/26/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Stream The Debuts Of Season Two Of HBO Original Drama Series “House of the Dragon”; HBO Original Comedy Series “Fantasmas”; Max Original Comedy Special “Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go”; HBO Original Documentaries “Ren Faire” And “Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple”; And Original Film “Am I Ok?” Check Out Behind-The-Scenes Content, Essential Episodes, And More From The “World Of Westeros” Collection Featured Programming Debuts June 2 Fixer Upper: The LAKEHOUSEMagnolia Network Rollout: Debuts with two episodes, followed by two episodes weekly through June 16. Logline: Chip and Joanna celebrate ten years of Fixer Upper with a brand-new challenge: the overhaul of a severely outdated 1960s lakehouse. ... Read more...
- 5/25/2024
- by Thomas Miller
- Seat42F
Photograph by Atsushi Nishijima/HBO Mark your calendars for June 7th, when the HBO Original comedy series Fantasmas, created, directed, and starring Julio Torres, premieres. This six-episode series follows Torres on a fantastical journey through an alternate New York City as he searches for a lost earring, encountering quirky characters and exploring themes of connection and isolation.
With a star-studded cast featuring Steve Buscemi, Paul Dano, Emma Stone, and more, Fantasmas promises to be a unique and visually stunning comedy experience. Don’t miss it on HBO and Max!
The post ‘Fantasmas’ Trailer Reveals Julio Torres’ Surreal New York City Comedy appeared first on Hollywood Outbreak.
With a star-studded cast featuring Steve Buscemi, Paul Dano, Emma Stone, and more, Fantasmas promises to be a unique and visually stunning comedy experience. Don’t miss it on HBO and Max!
The post ‘Fantasmas’ Trailer Reveals Julio Torres’ Surreal New York City Comedy appeared first on Hollywood Outbreak.
- 5/25/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Fantasmas is coming soon to HBO. The cable network released a trailer and announced the premiere date for Julio Torres's fantastical series. HBO ordered the series in December 2022, when it was titled Little Films.
Starring Torres, Martine Gutierrez, Tomas Matos, and Joe Rumrill, the fantasy series follows a young man searching for his missing gold oyster earring in an alternate version of New York City.
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Starring Torres, Martine Gutierrez, Tomas Matos, and Joe Rumrill, the fantasy series follows a young man searching for his missing gold oyster earring in an alternate version of New York City.
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- 5/24/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
“Fantasmas” is a new six-episode comedy series, written and directed by Julio Torres, starring Torres, Martine Gutierrez, Tomas Matos and Joe Rumrill, plus guest stars including Steve Buscemi, Paul Dano, Julia Fox, Alexa Demie, Emma Stone, Dylan O’Brien, Aidy Bryant, Bowen Yang, Kim Petras, Ziwe and a whole lot more, premiering June 7, 2024 on Max:
“…Julio Torres spins a fantastical six-part tale of when he lost a gold oyster earring.
“In his search to find the precious object, Julio reflects on the offbeat characters he encounters in introspective, often eerie…
“…and always comedic vignettes set in a dreamy, alternate version of New York City…”
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“…Julio Torres spins a fantastical six-part tale of when he lost a gold oyster earring.
“In his search to find the precious object, Julio reflects on the offbeat characters he encounters in introspective, often eerie…
“…and always comedic vignettes set in a dreamy, alternate version of New York City…”
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- 5/23/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Julio Torres is back with more wacky adventures in the new HBO comedy series Fantasmas premiering Friday, June 7 at 11 p.m. Et/Pt. New episodes of the six-episode season will debut weekly.
Fantasmas—a title very on-brand for Torres following Los Espookys—follows the character of Julio (Torres) as he goes in search of a precious oyster earring. Across his journey, he reflects on the offbeat characters he encounters in introspective, often eerie and always comedic vignettes set in a dreamy, alternate version of New York City. The series weaves together stories of people looking for meaning, purpose and connection in an increasingly isolating world.
In addition to creating, directing, executive producing and starring in the series, Torres will be joined in the cast by Martine Gutierrez as Vanesja, Tomas Matos as Chester and Joe Rumrill as the voice of Bibo. Fans can expect guest stars aplenty including Steve Buscemi,...
Fantasmas—a title very on-brand for Torres following Los Espookys—follows the character of Julio (Torres) as he goes in search of a precious oyster earring. Across his journey, he reflects on the offbeat characters he encounters in introspective, often eerie and always comedic vignettes set in a dreamy, alternate version of New York City. The series weaves together stories of people looking for meaning, purpose and connection in an increasingly isolating world.
In addition to creating, directing, executive producing and starring in the series, Torres will be joined in the cast by Martine Gutierrez as Vanesja, Tomas Matos as Chester and Joe Rumrill as the voice of Bibo. Fans can expect guest stars aplenty including Steve Buscemi,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Warner Bros. Discovery has announced the movies, TV shows, and live sports that will be available on the Max streaming service in June. The Max June 2024 lineup includes House of the Dragon Season 2, the HBO original comedy series Fantasmas, and HBO original documentaries Ren Faire and Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple.
The June schedule also includes the Max original comedy special Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go and the World of Westeros collection, which takes you behind the scenes and features essential episodes.
Featured Programming
Fixer Upper: The Lakehouse (Magnolia Network)
Debuts on June 2 with two episodes, followed by two episodes weekly through June 16.
Chip and Joanna celebrate ten years of Fixer Upper with a brand-new challenge: the overhaul of a severely outdated 1960s lakehouse. Surprising interior design choices and unique outdoor features highlight the property’s dramatic cliffside views. Produced by Chip and Joanna Gaines’s production company Blind Nil.
Ren Faire...
The June schedule also includes the Max original comedy special Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go and the World of Westeros collection, which takes you behind the scenes and features essential episodes.
Featured Programming
Fixer Upper: The Lakehouse (Magnolia Network)
Debuts on June 2 with two episodes, followed by two episodes weekly through June 16.
Chip and Joanna celebrate ten years of Fixer Upper with a brand-new challenge: the overhaul of a severely outdated 1960s lakehouse. Surprising interior design choices and unique outdoor features highlight the property’s dramatic cliffside views. Produced by Chip and Joanna Gaines’s production company Blind Nil.
Ren Faire...
- 5/23/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Dove Cameron (Descendants, Schmigadoon!) and Avan Jogia (Orphan Black: Echoes) teaming up is our new Obsession.
The pair will star in Prime Video’s upcoming thriller from executive producer James Wan’s Atomic Monster, which was given a series order last year.
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The pair will star in Prime Video’s upcoming thriller from executive producer James Wan’s Atomic Monster, which was given a series order last year.
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Based on Catherine Ryan Howard’s international best-selling novel 56 Days, the story centers on Jogia’s Oliver and Cameron’s Ciara who,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
Following HBO’s “Los Espookys” comedy and his surreal A24 fantasy comedy “Problemista,” comedian Julio Torres is back at it and back with a new series, again for his former HBO partners. Created, directed by, and starring Torres, his latest series in the show “Fantasmas” debuts Friday, June 7 (11:00–11:30 p.m. Et/Pt) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. New episodes of the six-episode season will debut weekly.
Continue reading ‘Fantasmas’ Trailer: Julio Torres’ New HBO Comedy Features Emma Stone & Paul Dano As Guests & Hits June 7 at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Fantasmas’ Trailer: Julio Torres’ New HBO Comedy Features Emma Stone & Paul Dano As Guests & Hits June 7 at The Playlist.
- 5/23/2024
- by Edward Davis
- The Playlist
“Industry” Season 3 is set to premiere on August 11 on HBO, and will be available to stream on Max.
The official synopsis of Season 3 reads: “As Pierpoint looks to the future and takes a big bet on ethical investing, Yasmin (Marisa Abela), Robert (Harry Lawtey), and Eric (Ken Leung) find themselves front and center in the splashy IPO of Lumi, a green tech energy company led by Sir Henry Muck (Kit Harington), in a story that runs all the way to the very top of finance, media, and government. Since leaving Pierpoint, Harper (Myha’la) is eager to get back into the addictive thrill of finance and finds an unlikely partner in FutureDawn portfolio manager Petra Koenig (Sarah Goldberg).”
“Industry” is created, written and executive produced by Mickey Down and Konrad Kay. Jane Tranter, Kate Crowther, Ryan Rasmussen and Rebecca Ferguson also serve as executive producers.
New additions to the eight-episode third...
The official synopsis of Season 3 reads: “As Pierpoint looks to the future and takes a big bet on ethical investing, Yasmin (Marisa Abela), Robert (Harry Lawtey), and Eric (Ken Leung) find themselves front and center in the splashy IPO of Lumi, a green tech energy company led by Sir Henry Muck (Kit Harington), in a story that runs all the way to the very top of finance, media, and government. Since leaving Pierpoint, Harper (Myha’la) is eager to get back into the addictive thrill of finance and finds an unlikely partner in FutureDawn portfolio manager Petra Koenig (Sarah Goldberg).”
“Industry” is created, written and executive produced by Mickey Down and Konrad Kay. Jane Tranter, Kate Crowther, Ryan Rasmussen and Rebecca Ferguson also serve as executive producers.
New additions to the eight-episode third...
- 5/21/2024
- by Jack Dunn and Lexi Carson
- Variety Film + TV
There’s no doubt an element of wish-fulfillment at play when you’re a debut queer filmmaker casting Tilda Swinton as the lead of your movie.
That’s the case for the 37-year-old Julio Torres, a seasoned comedian onstage and former writer of “Saturday Night Live” (2016 through 2021) and co-creator of HBO’s short-lived cult series “Los Espookys.” His new A24 comedy “Problemista,” now in select theaters before opening wide on March 22, has already grossed more than $690,000 in just a handful of theaters. He stars in the endearing comedy as Alejandro, a fledgling toy designer hustling in New York in the last few days before his visa expires and he’s sent back to Central America. Alejandro accepts an assistant job under Elizabeth (Tilda Swinton), a whirling dervish and New York art scene castaway with faded magenta hair and a short fuse who tasks him with organizing a posthumous show for her dead artist husband,...
That’s the case for the 37-year-old Julio Torres, a seasoned comedian onstage and former writer of “Saturday Night Live” (2016 through 2021) and co-creator of HBO’s short-lived cult series “Los Espookys.” His new A24 comedy “Problemista,” now in select theaters before opening wide on March 22, has already grossed more than $690,000 in just a handful of theaters. He stars in the endearing comedy as Alejandro, a fledgling toy designer hustling in New York in the last few days before his visa expires and he’s sent back to Central America. Alejandro accepts an assistant job under Elizabeth (Tilda Swinton), a whirling dervish and New York art scene castaway with faded magenta hair and a short fuse who tasks him with organizing a posthumous show for her dead artist husband,...
- 3/18/2024
- by Ryan Lattanzio
- Indiewire
So, the Oscars have been and gone and there were few surprises in the acting categories. Cillian Murphy won Best Actor for “Oppenheimer” while Best Actress went to Emma Stone (“Poor Things”). Best Supporting Actor was taken home by Robert Downey Jr. (“Oppenheimer”) and Da’Vine Joy Randolph claimed Best Supporting Actress for “The Holdovers.” But let’s not spend too much time looking back. Let’s look forward. With that in mind, what have these four acting winners got coming up next?
Murphy won his first Oscar for portraying J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan‘s biopic. His next project is “Small Things Like These,” which just premiered to great acclaim at Berlinale. Directed by BAFTA nominee Tim Mielants, the film follows Murphy as a father in 1985 who uncovers the shocking secrets of the local convent.
Stone, who just picked up her second Best Actress Oscar (she has one for...
Murphy won his first Oscar for portraying J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan‘s biopic. His next project is “Small Things Like These,” which just premiered to great acclaim at Berlinale. Directed by BAFTA nominee Tim Mielants, the film follows Murphy as a father in 1985 who uncovers the shocking secrets of the local convent.
Stone, who just picked up her second Best Actress Oscar (she has one for...
- 3/11/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
HBO has greenlit comedy series “Little Films” (working title) from creator, director, star and executive producer Julio Torres.
Over six episodes, Torres tells the tale of when he lost a little golden oyster. The people he encounters as he searches for it, and the musings he has along the way, become points of departure for introspective, often eerie comedic stories about outsiders navigating an increasingly corporate and rapidly dysfunctional New York City.
Irony Point, Fruit Tree and 3 Arts Entertainment produce “Little Films.” The series will begin production in February. Along with Torres, executive producers include Dave McCary and Emma Stone for Fruit Tree; Alex Bach and Daniel Powell for Irony Point; and Olivia Gerke for 3 Arts. Ali Herting serves as co-executive producer for Fruit Tree and Charles Miller produces.
Other cast members have yet to be announced.
“We here at Julio™️ are so excited to be joined by many...
Over six episodes, Torres tells the tale of when he lost a little golden oyster. The people he encounters as he searches for it, and the musings he has along the way, become points of departure for introspective, often eerie comedic stories about outsiders navigating an increasingly corporate and rapidly dysfunctional New York City.
Irony Point, Fruit Tree and 3 Arts Entertainment produce “Little Films.” The series will begin production in February. Along with Torres, executive producers include Dave McCary and Emma Stone for Fruit Tree; Alex Bach and Daniel Powell for Irony Point; and Olivia Gerke for 3 Arts. Ali Herting serves as co-executive producer for Fruit Tree and Charles Miller produces.
Other cast members have yet to be announced.
“We here at Julio™️ are so excited to be joined by many...
- 12/15/2022
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
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