Zendaya’s brand new romantic sports drama Challengers has been at everyone’s hearing pretty much before the movie finally hit the cinemas last week. The film also starring The Crown’s star Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist eventually made all the hype in social media work for itself and didn’t take much time to dethrone Alex Garland’s post-apocalyptic hit Civil War from the box office top.
Though all the stars seem to still align for Challengers’ blast as the movie started its theatrical run only several days ago, some earlier predictions for its success show that it actually could’ve done better.
According to earlier reports that were released ahead of Challengers’ world premiere in theaters, the movie was projected to gross at least $20 million in the domestic run while the international numbers were supposed to ultimately cement Luca Guadagnino’s drama’s hit status.
As it turns out,...
Though all the stars seem to still align for Challengers’ blast as the movie started its theatrical run only several days ago, some earlier predictions for its success show that it actually could’ve done better.
According to earlier reports that were released ahead of Challengers’ world premiere in theaters, the movie was projected to gross at least $20 million in the domestic run while the international numbers were supposed to ultimately cement Luca Guadagnino’s drama’s hit status.
As it turns out,...
- 4/30/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
The Harry Potter films based on the novels by J.K. Rowling has gained cult status among audiences across the world. The films also made Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint bonafide stars who became synonymous with their famous characters.
Hollywood star Daniel Radcliffe ( image credit: Warner Brothers)
Over 8 films, the young actors literally grew up on set and formed a close bond not just with each other, but also with the various actors in the ensemble which included many reputed stars. Radcliffe was so enamored with one accomplished actor that he even wrote her a love letter at the end of filming.
Daniel Radcliffe Had A Massive Crush On Helena Bonham Carter
The Harry Potter films were memorable not only for fans around the world, but also for the actors who developed a close bond of friendship over 8 films. While Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson expectedly spent a lot of time together,...
Hollywood star Daniel Radcliffe ( image credit: Warner Brothers)
Over 8 films, the young actors literally grew up on set and formed a close bond not just with each other, but also with the various actors in the ensemble which included many reputed stars. Radcliffe was so enamored with one accomplished actor that he even wrote her a love letter at the end of filming.
Daniel Radcliffe Had A Massive Crush On Helena Bonham Carter
The Harry Potter films were memorable not only for fans around the world, but also for the actors who developed a close bond of friendship over 8 films. While Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson expectedly spent a lot of time together,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Since The Last Update
With the May 31 Emmys eligibility cutoff almost exactly one month away, Emmys-related action is picking up.
On April 22, Ryan Seacrest, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan came out for a screening and reception in Hollywood on behalf of ABC’s American Idol. Meanwhile, in New York, Peter Morgan, creator and principal writer of Netflix’s The Crown, was feted at the opening of his new Broadway play Patriots. And that same night, FX’s Shōgun had a well-received series — or season? — finale. (The following evening its lead actress, Anna Sawai, sat down with yours truly at Chapman University to record an episode of THR’s Awards Chatter podcast.)
On April 24, Max toasted the third season of Hacks (which debuts on May 2) with a party at the Chateau Marmont attended by the show’s creators and stars, including Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder. And at the same time,...
With the May 31 Emmys eligibility cutoff almost exactly one month away, Emmys-related action is picking up.
On April 22, Ryan Seacrest, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan came out for a screening and reception in Hollywood on behalf of ABC’s American Idol. Meanwhile, in New York, Peter Morgan, creator and principal writer of Netflix’s The Crown, was feted at the opening of his new Broadway play Patriots. And that same night, FX’s Shōgun had a well-received series — or season? — finale. (The following evening its lead actress, Anna Sawai, sat down with yours truly at Chapman University to record an episode of THR’s Awards Chatter podcast.)
On April 24, Max toasted the third season of Hacks (which debuts on May 2) with a party at the Chateau Marmont attended by the show’s creators and stars, including Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder. And at the same time,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It’s been nearly a year since Netflix stopped offering the Basic plan to new customers, but existing users could still access it.
The takeover of Netflix’s Standard with Ads plan is continuing. One report in April suggested that the streamer had 7 million customers on the tier in the United States and Canada alone, and Netflix has made plenty of moves to try and enhance the plan’s attractiveness in the eyes of customers since its November 2022 launch. The streamer has already sunset its cheapest ad-free plan for new subscribers, but existing customers of the Basic plan have been allowed to keep it until now. A new report from Streaming Better indicates that Netflix has been warning some subscribers that they are about to lose access to their Basic plan, as the streamer tries to get as many viewers to opt for the ad-supported option as possible.
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The takeover of Netflix’s Standard with Ads plan is continuing. One report in April suggested that the streamer had 7 million customers on the tier in the United States and Canada alone, and Netflix has made plenty of moves to try and enhance the plan’s attractiveness in the eyes of customers since its November 2022 launch. The streamer has already sunset its cheapest ad-free plan for new subscribers, but existing customers of the Basic plan have been allowed to keep it until now. A new report from Streaming Better indicates that Netflix has been warning some subscribers that they are about to lose access to their Basic plan, as the streamer tries to get as many viewers to opt for the ad-supported option as possible.
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- 4/30/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Josh O’Connor would very much love to fuck off into the woods with a stick.
It’s a deceptively warm April day in New York City and O’Connor, who looks brighter than anyone who was awake before the sun has a right to look, is hunched over conspiratorially to share what music he’s currently listening to. It’s where he got the idea of fucking off — central lyrics to Irish blues singer Mick Flannery’s “Fuck Off World”: “Fuck off world/Fuck off politics/I’m going...
It’s a deceptively warm April day in New York City and O’Connor, who looks brighter than anyone who was awake before the sun has a right to look, is hunched over conspiratorially to share what music he’s currently listening to. It’s where he got the idea of fucking off — central lyrics to Irish blues singer Mick Flannery’s “Fuck Off World”: “Fuck off world/Fuck off politics/I’m going...
- 4/29/2024
- by CT Jones
- Rollingstone.com
AMC Networks’ plans to submit the zombie spinoff “The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live” as a limited series for the Emmys have been killed.
The cable network had announced plans to submit the six-episode spinoff, created by Scott M. Gimple, Danai Gurira, and Andrew Lincoln, for outstanding limited or anthology series at the Primetime Emmys. However, Variety has learned exclusively from two sources with direct knowledge that the show is ineligible to submit in the category.
In 2021, the Television Academy defined what constitutes a limited or anthology series, stating that the story must be resolved within its season without any ongoing storylines. This criteria affected past winners, such as the second season of “The White Lotus,” which was required to compete as a drama due to Jennifer Coolidge’s recurring character. According to the Academy’s ruling at the time, “the reappearance in a subsequent ‘season’ of one character...
The cable network had announced plans to submit the six-episode spinoff, created by Scott M. Gimple, Danai Gurira, and Andrew Lincoln, for outstanding limited or anthology series at the Primetime Emmys. However, Variety has learned exclusively from two sources with direct knowledge that the show is ineligible to submit in the category.
In 2021, the Television Academy defined what constitutes a limited or anthology series, stating that the story must be resolved within its season without any ongoing storylines. This criteria affected past winners, such as the second season of “The White Lotus,” which was required to compete as a drama due to Jennifer Coolidge’s recurring character. According to the Academy’s ruling at the time, “the reappearance in a subsequent ‘season’ of one character...
- 4/29/2024
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
If there was any doubt at all that Zendaya is one of her generation's biggest A-list stars, this past weekend just squashed it. The actress had a bunch of big hits to her name, including the most recent "Spider-Man" trilogy, but she had yet to have the opportunity to open an original movie with her as the central star. Well, she did just that over the weekend as the R-rated, original tennis drama "Challengers" hit theaters and topped the box office with a $15 million take domestically. Very few non-horror, original movies have broken through in the pandemic era big enough to take the number one spot on the charts. That was just the tip of the iceberg.
While Zendaya's latest was topping the charts, "Dune: Part Two" still found itself in the top ten in its ninth weekend of release. Director Dennis Villeneuve's sequel to 2021's "Dune" added $1.9 million to its ever-growing total domestically,...
While Zendaya's latest was topping the charts, "Dune: Part Two" still found itself in the top ten in its ninth weekend of release. Director Dennis Villeneuve's sequel to 2021's "Dune" added $1.9 million to its ever-growing total domestically,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
“Black Mirror,” “Silo” and “The Last of Us” were among winners at the BAFTA TV Craft Awards on Sunday night in London.
“Black Mirror” Season 6 was among a handful of shows to take home two awards, with creator Charlie Brooker and writer Bisha K Ali winning in the drama writer category while the show also won best photography and lighting in fiction category for the episode “Demon 79.”
The awards were a win for Apple TV+ with “Silo” and “Slow Horses” also each taking home two awards, the former for original music in fiction and production design and the latter for sound in fiction and editing in fiction.
Meanwhile “The Last of Us” director Peter Hoar took home an award for best fiction director.
Period drama “The Great” also picked up a gong thanks to costume designer Sharon Long.
The awards were hosted by Stacey Dooley and guest presenters included Katie Piper and Tanya Moodie.
“Black Mirror” Season 6 was among a handful of shows to take home two awards, with creator Charlie Brooker and writer Bisha K Ali winning in the drama writer category while the show also won best photography and lighting in fiction category for the episode “Demon 79.”
The awards were a win for Apple TV+ with “Silo” and “Slow Horses” also each taking home two awards, the former for original music in fiction and production design and the latter for sound in fiction and editing in fiction.
Meanwhile “The Last of Us” director Peter Hoar took home an award for best fiction director.
Period drama “The Great” also picked up a gong thanks to costume designer Sharon Long.
The awards were hosted by Stacey Dooley and guest presenters included Katie Piper and Tanya Moodie.
- 4/29/2024
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Josh O’Connor is currently starring in Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers and recently revealed what character he would love to play in the future.
In a recent interview, the actor said he is open to giving like to a “dark” version of the Willy Wonka character from Roal Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
“I would love to play Willy Wonka,” O’Connor said in an interview with WSJ Magazine. “But like a dark Willy Wonka.”
O’Connor acknowledged that Timothée Chalamet starred in Wonka, an origin story to the Willy Wonka character, recently.
“But I would really like to play a story of darker version of him,” he added.
The Crown actor also noted that Gene Wilder’s version of the character from the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory “is very dark.”
“It’s not dark in a sinister way. I think he’s a really angry man,...
In a recent interview, the actor said he is open to giving like to a “dark” version of the Willy Wonka character from Roal Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
“I would love to play Willy Wonka,” O’Connor said in an interview with WSJ Magazine. “But like a dark Willy Wonka.”
O’Connor acknowledged that Timothée Chalamet starred in Wonka, an origin story to the Willy Wonka character, recently.
“But I would really like to play a story of darker version of him,” he added.
The Crown actor also noted that Gene Wilder’s version of the character from the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory “is very dark.”
“It’s not dark in a sinister way. I think he’s a really angry man,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
The BAFTA TV Craft Awards were handed out at the Brewery in East London on Sunday, April 28. The Craft Awards, like the Creative Arts Emmy, are dedicated to below-the-line categories with a dozen devoted to fictional programming, another six to factual, and four are in a combined field to make 22 categories overall. The main TV awards ceremony will commence on May 12 but, for now, scroll down for the full list of Craft Awards winners.
Fiction
Costume Design
“The Crown” – Netflix
“Silo” – Apple TV+
“Demon 79 (Black Mirror)” – Netflix
“The Great” – Lionsgate+ — Winner
Director (Fiction)
Joseph Bullman, “Partygate” – Channel 4
Lewis Arnold, “The Long Shadows” – ITV1
Peter Hoar, “The Last of Us” – HBO/Sky Atlantic — Winner
William Stefan Smith, “Top Boy” – Netflix
Editing (Fiction)
“Time” – BBC
“Happy Valley” – BBC
“Slow Horses” (episode 1) – Apple TV+ — Winner
“Slow Horses” (episode 6) – Apple TV+
Emerging Talent (Fiction)
Andrew Bogle (writer), “Kirkmoore Fudge Park” – BBC
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Fiction
Costume Design
“The Crown” – Netflix
“Silo” – Apple TV+
“Demon 79 (Black Mirror)” – Netflix
“The Great” – Lionsgate+ — Winner
Director (Fiction)
Joseph Bullman, “Partygate” – Channel 4
Lewis Arnold, “The Long Shadows” – ITV1
Peter Hoar, “The Last of Us” – HBO/Sky Atlantic — Winner
William Stefan Smith, “Top Boy” – Netflix
Editing (Fiction)
“Time” – BBC
“Happy Valley” – BBC
“Slow Horses” (episode 1) – Apple TV+ — Winner
“Slow Horses” (episode 6) – Apple TV+
Emerging Talent (Fiction)
Andrew Bogle (writer), “Kirkmoore Fudge Park” – BBC
Haolu Wang...
- 4/28/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Black Mirror, The Last of Us, and Slow Horses were among the winners of the BAFTA Television Craft Awards 2024, which were handed out in London on Sunday.
Silo, The Witcher, coverage of the coronation of King Charles III and the Eurovision Song Contest were also among the winners.
The craft award for best drama writer went to Charlie Brooker and Bisha K. Ali for Black Mirror episode “Demon 79.” Peter Hoar won the best director in fiction honor for his work on The Last of Us.
The ceremony, celebrating the best behind-the-scenes TV talent of 2023, was held at The Brewery in the British capital, an 18th-century brewery recast as an events venue.
HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon and the BBC/AMC medical comedy-drama This Is Going to Hurt won the most honors at the 2023 BAFTA TV Craft Awards.
There are more U.K. TV awards to be handed out soon.
Silo, The Witcher, coverage of the coronation of King Charles III and the Eurovision Song Contest were also among the winners.
The craft award for best drama writer went to Charlie Brooker and Bisha K. Ali for Black Mirror episode “Demon 79.” Peter Hoar won the best director in fiction honor for his work on The Last of Us.
The ceremony, celebrating the best behind-the-scenes TV talent of 2023, was held at The Brewery in the British capital, an 18th-century brewery recast as an events venue.
HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon and the BBC/AMC medical comedy-drama This Is Going to Hurt won the most honors at the 2023 BAFTA TV Craft Awards.
There are more U.K. TV awards to be handed out soon.
- 4/28/2024
- by Georg Szalai
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
This article will contain some spoilers for Challengers, so reader beware if you haven’t seen Luca Guadagnino’s new film…
Tennis isn’t for everyone – some people just want their Spidey fix. That’s what happens in one scene of Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers, where the daughter of Tashi (Zendaya) and Art (Mike Faist) asks to watch a Spider-Verse movie instead of tennis. But as the director explains, it wasn’t meant to be directly linked to Zendaya’s own Spider-Man movies.
As Guadagnino told Entertainment Weekly, those thinking that Spider-Verse moment in Challengers was an intentional easter egg are mistaken, as it was really just out of circumstances. “When you get rights for something to be used in a movie, it’s very complicated. Amy Pascal, our amazing producer, was of help there. I said, ‘Amy, can we use one of your catalog titles so it’s going...
Tennis isn’t for everyone – some people just want their Spidey fix. That’s what happens in one scene of Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers, where the daughter of Tashi (Zendaya) and Art (Mike Faist) asks to watch a Spider-Verse movie instead of tennis. But as the director explains, it wasn’t meant to be directly linked to Zendaya’s own Spider-Man movies.
As Guadagnino told Entertainment Weekly, those thinking that Spider-Verse moment in Challengers was an intentional easter egg are mistaken, as it was really just out of circumstances. “When you get rights for something to be used in a movie, it’s very complicated. Amy Pascal, our amazing producer, was of help there. I said, ‘Amy, can we use one of your catalog titles so it’s going...
- 4/28/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Although they haven’t been husband and wife for decades, Sarah Ferguson’s still “loyal” to Prince Andrew. Why? Because, according to a royal biographer, she made a promise to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Ahead, why the Duchess of York will never “leave” the Duke of York.
Sarah’s looking ‘after’ Andrew as Queen Elizabeth asked
Discussing Sarah and Andrew on Royal Exclusive, royal biographer Ingrid Seward said: “Sarah is extremely loyal to Andrew,” (via The Sun).
“I do think she found, especially in the early years of her marriage, this arrogance that he has—a ‘don’t you know who I am’ entitlement,” the My Mother and I author continued. “She loved him, but I think she found that side of him difficult. But she has remained very loyal.”
Andrew and Sarah, both 64, were married for 10 years from 1986-1996. Since their split, they’ve remained close, living together at the Royal Lodge.
Sarah’s looking ‘after’ Andrew as Queen Elizabeth asked
Discussing Sarah and Andrew on Royal Exclusive, royal biographer Ingrid Seward said: “Sarah is extremely loyal to Andrew,” (via The Sun).
“I do think she found, especially in the early years of her marriage, this arrogance that he has—a ‘don’t you know who I am’ entitlement,” the My Mother and I author continued. “She loved him, but I think she found that side of him difficult. But she has remained very loyal.”
Andrew and Sarah, both 64, were married for 10 years from 1986-1996. Since their split, they’ve remained close, living together at the Royal Lodge.
- 4/28/2024
- by Mandi Kerr
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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Ya se ha publicado el nuevo tráiler de “Deadpool y Lobezno”, la tercera entrega de la saga “Deadpool”, ahora integrada en el Universo Cinematográfico de Marvel (MCU), pero conservando su enfoque para adultos con calificación R.
Esta tercera entrega, que no ha revelado aún detalles de su argumento, está dirigida por Shawn Levy y protagonizada por Ryan Reynolds como Deadpool y Hugh Jackman, que regresa como Lobezno. También retoman sus papeles Morena Baccarin como Vanessa, Rob Delane como Peter, Leslie Uggams como Blind AI y Karan Soni como Dopinder, y se incorporan al reparto Emma Corrin (“The Crown”) y Matthew Macfadyen (“Succession”).
“Deadpool y Lobezno” se estrena en cines el 25 de julio.
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Ya se ha publicado el nuevo tráiler de “Deadpool y Lobezno”, la tercera entrega de la saga “Deadpool”, ahora integrada en el Universo Cinematográfico de Marvel (MCU), pero conservando su enfoque para adultos con calificación R.
Esta tercera entrega, que no ha revelado aún detalles de su argumento, está dirigida por Shawn Levy y protagonizada por Ryan Reynolds como Deadpool y Hugh Jackman, que regresa como Lobezno. También retoman sus papeles Morena Baccarin como Vanessa, Rob Delane como Peter, Leslie Uggams como Blind AI y Karan Soni como Dopinder, y se incorporan al reparto Emma Corrin (“The Crown”) y Matthew Macfadyen (“Succession”).
“Deadpool y Lobezno” se estrena en cines el 25 de julio.
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- 4/27/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
Contemporary American writer and artist Ben Shattuck wrote a short story titled “The History of Sound,” which also became the title of the whole collection in which it was published. In short, the story tells us of the gay romance between two men who fall in love during World War I. So, why are we reporting on the story? Well, the story is going to be adapted into a movie soon, and we can officially confirm that the filming for the upcoming release has finally been done and that the movie can now enter post-production.
In the upcoming paragraphs, we are going to reveal all the known information about the movie, including the known production details, cast and crew members, plot, and release date, as the movie is entering its final stage of production.
The movie is being directed by South African filmmaker Oliver Hermanus, who is known for his LGBTQ+-themed films,...
In the upcoming paragraphs, we are going to reveal all the known information about the movie, including the known production details, cast and crew members, plot, and release date, as the movie is entering its final stage of production.
The movie is being directed by South African filmmaker Oliver Hermanus, who is known for his LGBTQ+-themed films,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Josh O’Connor is already an Emmy-winning actor, but he’s never quite been in the spotlight in the way he is right now thanks to his role in Challengers.
The 33-year-old actor is starring as Patrick Zweig in the new tennis movie, which is expected to debut at the top of the box office chart.
With the newfound interest in Josh‘s life, fans will be wondering if he’s dating anyone right now.
Keep reading to find out more…
While Josh had a crush on FKA twigs when they were schoolmates together, they never actually dated and he admitted to GQ that he wasn’t sure if she knew who he was.
Josh did have a public relationship a few years back though. He previously dated Margot Hauer-King, the sister of The Little Mermaid actor Jonah Hauer-King. After he shared their first photo together on social media back in 2019, a source told Daily Mail,...
The 33-year-old actor is starring as Patrick Zweig in the new tennis movie, which is expected to debut at the top of the box office chart.
With the newfound interest in Josh‘s life, fans will be wondering if he’s dating anyone right now.
Keep reading to find out more…
While Josh had a crush on FKA twigs when they were schoolmates together, they never actually dated and he admitted to GQ that he wasn’t sure if she knew who he was.
Josh did have a public relationship a few years back though. He previously dated Margot Hauer-King, the sister of The Little Mermaid actor Jonah Hauer-King. After he shared their first photo together on social media back in 2019, a source told Daily Mail,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
A central scene in director Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers wasn’t in Justin Kuritzkes’ original script.
In the film, Zendaya plays Tashi Duncan, a force of nature who makes no apologies for her game on and off the court. Married to a champion, Art (West Side Story‘s Mike Faist), on a losing streak, Tashi’s strategy for her husband’s redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off against the washed-up Patrick (The Crown‘s Josh O’Conner) – his former best friend and Tashi’s former boyfriend.
Key to the film is the love triangle between the characters and its power dynamics. The scene in question has the trio relaxing in a hotel room, flirting.
“How often does this happen, going after the same girl?” asks Tashi.
“Not as often as you think,” replies Art, before Patrick explains, “We usually have different types.”
It ends with the...
In the film, Zendaya plays Tashi Duncan, a force of nature who makes no apologies for her game on and off the court. Married to a champion, Art (West Side Story‘s Mike Faist), on a losing streak, Tashi’s strategy for her husband’s redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off against the washed-up Patrick (The Crown‘s Josh O’Conner) – his former best friend and Tashi’s former boyfriend.
Key to the film is the love triangle between the characters and its power dynamics. The scene in question has the trio relaxing in a hotel room, flirting.
“How often does this happen, going after the same girl?” asks Tashi.
“Not as often as you think,” replies Art, before Patrick explains, “We usually have different types.”
It ends with the...
- 4/26/2024
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Luca Guadagnino isn’t exactly known for mainstream box office success, with credits on his resume like Call Me By Your Name, Suspiria and Bones and All. However, you take a young rising star like Zendaya and create a sexy love triangle around her in a sports setting, then as the late great Carl Weathers would say, “Baby, you got a stew going!” Guadagnino’s sports romance drama, Challengers, would open to $1.9 million at the box office in Thursday night previews.
According to Variety, while the R-rated film isn’t going to bust any blocks, as romance dramas rarely do, but the Amazon MGM movie is expected to win the weekend with an estimated $12 million to $15 million gross. Challengers is expected to overtake Civil War for the number one spot at the box office for the week. Civil War would enjoy two weeks at the top, becoming the biggest earner...
According to Variety, while the R-rated film isn’t going to bust any blocks, as romance dramas rarely do, but the Amazon MGM movie is expected to win the weekend with an estimated $12 million to $15 million gross. Challengers is expected to overtake Civil War for the number one spot at the box office for the week. Civil War would enjoy two weeks at the top, becoming the biggest earner...
- 4/26/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
“Challengers” is getting ready to serve at the box office.
Director Luca Guadagnino’s sexy tennis drama made $1.9 million at the the box office in Thursday previews.
The Amazon MGM film, which stars Zendaya, Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist, is expected to make between $12 million and $15 million in its opening weekend. It’s poised to take the number one spot this weekend and beat A24’s “Civil War,” which has conquered the box office the last two weeks.
The trio of young stars play tennis pros caught in a personal and professional entanglement. Zendaya, who’s coming off the sci-fi blockbuster “Dune: Part Two,” plays Tashi Duncan, a former prodigy who had to retire from tennis after a serious injury. Mike Faist, who played Riff in Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story,” is Art Donaldson, another tennis pro caught in a losing streak who later marries Tashi and is coached by her.
Director Luca Guadagnino’s sexy tennis drama made $1.9 million at the the box office in Thursday previews.
The Amazon MGM film, which stars Zendaya, Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist, is expected to make between $12 million and $15 million in its opening weekend. It’s poised to take the number one spot this weekend and beat A24’s “Civil War,” which has conquered the box office the last two weeks.
The trio of young stars play tennis pros caught in a personal and professional entanglement. Zendaya, who’s coming off the sci-fi blockbuster “Dune: Part Two,” plays Tashi Duncan, a former prodigy who had to retire from tennis after a serious injury. Mike Faist, who played Riff in Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story,” is Art Donaldson, another tennis pro caught in a losing streak who later marries Tashi and is coached by her.
- 4/26/2024
- by Jordan Moreau
- Variety Film + TV
Learn some modern dance moves from Emmy and Tony-winner John Lithgow? Sure! The actor stopped by our suite at the Television Critics Association press tour and shared some of the artistic skills he honed while shooting the delightful PBS one-hour special Art Happens Here. In it, Lithgow joins students and teachers at four Los Angeles organizations to learn dance, ceramics, silk-screen printing and vocal jazz ensemble. (Watch the video above to see the entire interview.) “As a kid, I had some wonderful art training in public high schools and I decided as a way of advocating and highlighting the importance of arts and education, I would go back to school in four different settings and hurl myself into four different and distinct art activities,” says Lithgow who works alongside and learns from young people whose lives are being transformed by art. Lithgow threw himself into studies at Self Help Graphics...
- 4/26/2024
- TV Insider
Challengers releases April 26th, 2024.
The cast and creative team behind one of the most anticipated films of the year sat down to discuss the creative process that brought it to life just ahead of its upcoming release. Challengers — directed by acclaimed filmmaker Luca Guadagnino — stars Zendaya (Spider-Man: No Way Home), Josh O’Connor (The Crown) and Mike Faist (West Side Story) as talented athletes caught up in a web of seduction, betrayal and tennis. You can check out my review of the film here.
Challengers Explores the Steamy Side of Tennis
Mike Faust (left) Zendaya (center) and Josh O’Connor (right)
Luca Guadagnino follows up his cannibal romance Bones and All with a very different story of love. While Bone and All was undeniably smaller in scale, Challengers is a film of excess. From its pulse-pounding musical score, unpredictable camera movements and its over-the-top melodrama, it’s an indulgent and captivating...
The cast and creative team behind one of the most anticipated films of the year sat down to discuss the creative process that brought it to life just ahead of its upcoming release. Challengers — directed by acclaimed filmmaker Luca Guadagnino — stars Zendaya (Spider-Man: No Way Home), Josh O’Connor (The Crown) and Mike Faist (West Side Story) as talented athletes caught up in a web of seduction, betrayal and tennis. You can check out my review of the film here.
Challengers Explores the Steamy Side of Tennis
Mike Faust (left) Zendaya (center) and Josh O’Connor (right)
Luca Guadagnino follows up his cannibal romance Bones and All with a very different story of love. While Bone and All was undeniably smaller in scale, Challengers is a film of excess. From its pulse-pounding musical score, unpredictable camera movements and its over-the-top melodrama, it’s an indulgent and captivating...
- 4/25/2024
- by Joshua Ryan
- FandomWire
Los Angeles, April 25 (Ians) A Margot Robbie-signed ‘Barbie’ poster, the original script for ‘Love Actually’ starring Hugh Grant and Emma Thompson, and a signed guitar from Ed Sheeran are among several star-studded items in the latest auction for War Child, which advocates for children living through war.
Over 70 celebrities have donated rare items to the charity’s ‘Spring Clean’ fundraiser, including War Child global ambassador Carey Mulligan, who is gifting a limited edition book of the ‘Saltburn’ script signed by the cast.
Other items up for bid include a signed Dutch oven from Stanley Tucci, a jacket worn by Gillian Anderson on ‘Sex Education’, signed guitars from Ed Sheeran and Nile Rodgers, a signed drum skin from Coldplay, several costumes from ‘The Crown’, and a signed script.
Additionally, there’s the ‘Banshees of Inisherin’ script signed by Martin McDonagh, an ‘Evita’ script signed by Jonathan Pryce, a Bradley Cooper-signed ‘Maestro’ book and album,...
Over 70 celebrities have donated rare items to the charity’s ‘Spring Clean’ fundraiser, including War Child global ambassador Carey Mulligan, who is gifting a limited edition book of the ‘Saltburn’ script signed by the cast.
Other items up for bid include a signed Dutch oven from Stanley Tucci, a jacket worn by Gillian Anderson on ‘Sex Education’, signed guitars from Ed Sheeran and Nile Rodgers, a signed drum skin from Coldplay, several costumes from ‘The Crown’, and a signed script.
Additionally, there’s the ‘Banshees of Inisherin’ script signed by Martin McDonagh, an ‘Evita’ script signed by Jonathan Pryce, a Bradley Cooper-signed ‘Maestro’ book and album,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Showtime’s satirical thriller “The Curse,” created by stars Nathan Fielder and Benny Safdie and also starring Emma Stone, has exclusively shared its Emmy submission plans with Variety.
The three multi-hyphenates will have more than one chance at recognition across various categories for producing, acting, directing, writing and editing.
“The Curse” explores the tumultuous lives of a married couple (Fielder and Stone), who encounter a string of misfortunes while filming an HGTV series in New Mexico. Their challenges are compounded by a dubious “curse” and a manipulative producer (Safdie), which together threaten both the show and their relationship.
Stone, fresh off her second best actress Oscar win for her role in Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things,” is eyeing her first Emmy nod. She seeks recognition for her portrayal of Whitney, the co-host of the couple’s show about eco-friendly homes. Additionally, Stone is vying for a guest comedy actress nod for...
The three multi-hyphenates will have more than one chance at recognition across various categories for producing, acting, directing, writing and editing.
“The Curse” explores the tumultuous lives of a married couple (Fielder and Stone), who encounter a string of misfortunes while filming an HGTV series in New Mexico. Their challenges are compounded by a dubious “curse” and a manipulative producer (Safdie), which together threaten both the show and their relationship.
Stone, fresh off her second best actress Oscar win for her role in Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things,” is eyeing her first Emmy nod. She seeks recognition for her portrayal of Whitney, the co-host of the couple’s show about eco-friendly homes. Additionally, Stone is vying for a guest comedy actress nod for...
- 4/24/2024
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
A “Barbie” poster signed by Margot Robbie and the original script for “Love Actually” are just a few of the star-studded items taking part in the latest auction for War Child, which advocates for children living through war.
Over 70 celebrities have donated rare items to the charity’s “Spring Clean” fundraiser, including War Child global ambassador Carey Mulligan, who is gifting a limited edition book of the “Saltburn” script signed by the cast. Other items available to bid on include a signed dutch oven from Stanley Tucci, a jacket worn by Gillian Anderson on “Sex Education,” signed guitars from Ed Sheeran and Nile Rodgers, a signed drum skin from Coldplay, several “The Crown” costumes and a signed script, a “Banshees of Inisherin” script signed by Martin McDonagh, an “Evita” script signed by Jonathan Pryce, a Bradley Cooper-signed “Maestro” book and album, a signed Florence + the Machine poster, an original...
Over 70 celebrities have donated rare items to the charity’s “Spring Clean” fundraiser, including War Child global ambassador Carey Mulligan, who is gifting a limited edition book of the “Saltburn” script signed by the cast. Other items available to bid on include a signed dutch oven from Stanley Tucci, a jacket worn by Gillian Anderson on “Sex Education,” signed guitars from Ed Sheeran and Nile Rodgers, a signed drum skin from Coldplay, several “The Crown” costumes and a signed script, a “Banshees of Inisherin” script signed by Martin McDonagh, an “Evita” script signed by Jonathan Pryce, a Bradley Cooper-signed “Maestro” book and album, a signed Florence + the Machine poster, an original...
- 4/24/2024
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Before you make your 2024 Emmy predictions for Best Drama Supporting Actor, take a tour of our photo gallery showcasing the men most likely to land in the lineup. Last year’s race was completely dominated by actors from “Succession” and “The White Lotus,” neither of which can produce nominees this time since the former ended last May and the latter won’t return until 2025.
Naturally, this category’s sole presently eligible former winner – Billy Crudup – has emerged as the frontrunner. Among his likeliest competitors are two of his own cast mates: 2020 nominee Mark Duplass and series newcomer Jon Hamm, who won the 2015 Best Drama Actor Emmy for “Mad Men” and is widely expected to take this year’s limited series lead prize for “Fargo.”
Other outside winners in the mix include James Cromwell (“Sugar”; formerly of “American Horror Story”), Nathan Lane (“The Gilded Age”; “Only Murders in the Building”), and...
Naturally, this category’s sole presently eligible former winner – Billy Crudup – has emerged as the frontrunner. Among his likeliest competitors are two of his own cast mates: 2020 nominee Mark Duplass and series newcomer Jon Hamm, who won the 2015 Best Drama Actor Emmy for “Mad Men” and is widely expected to take this year’s limited series lead prize for “Fargo.”
Other outside winners in the mix include James Cromwell (“Sugar”; formerly of “American Horror Story”), Nathan Lane (“The Gilded Age”; “Only Murders in the Building”), and...
- 4/24/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
Game, set… but there’s not much of a match. “Challengers,” a steamy tennis drama starring Zendaya and directed by Luca Guadagnino, is poised to lead the domestic box office without much in the way of competition.
The film, from Amazon MGM, is projected to collect $12 million to $15 million from 3,400 North American theaters in its opening weekend. Although those are modest projections for any nationwide release, it’s this weekend’s only major new movie and shouldn’t have trouble claiming first place from A24’s “Civil War,” the reigning champion. Last weekend, “Civil War” topped the box office for the second consecutive frame with $11.1 million and has grossed $70 million globally to date. Overall, the domestic box office is 20% behind the same point in 2023, according to Comscore.
The steamy, R-rated “Challengers” was originally slated to premiere at 2023’s Venice Film Festival and hit the big screen last fall. But the...
The film, from Amazon MGM, is projected to collect $12 million to $15 million from 3,400 North American theaters in its opening weekend. Although those are modest projections for any nationwide release, it’s this weekend’s only major new movie and shouldn’t have trouble claiming first place from A24’s “Civil War,” the reigning champion. Last weekend, “Civil War” topped the box office for the second consecutive frame with $11.1 million and has grossed $70 million globally to date. Overall, the domestic box office is 20% behind the same point in 2023, according to Comscore.
The steamy, R-rated “Challengers” was originally slated to premiere at 2023’s Venice Film Festival and hit the big screen last fall. But the...
- 4/24/2024
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
The month of April seemingly sailed by with far too many moderate releases, and the month ends this weekend with more of the same. Read on for Gold Derby’s box office preview.
Italian filmmaker Luca Guadagnino returns with the sexy tennis drama “Challengers,” starring the powerhouse trio of Zendaya (“Euphoria”), Josh O’Connor (“The Crown”) and Mike Faist (“West Side Story”) as superstar tennis players who fall into a competitive love triangle. This is Zendaya’s first movie after “Dune: Part Two,” and it will be a real test for her as a box office star, since sports dramas can be hit or miss. “Challengers” really is riding on her popularity to avoid the pitfalls of the genre.
Tennis has had an especially tough time at the box office, as seen by Will Smith‘s Oscar-winning turn in the 2021 release “King Richard,” about the father of Venus and Serena Williams,...
Italian filmmaker Luca Guadagnino returns with the sexy tennis drama “Challengers,” starring the powerhouse trio of Zendaya (“Euphoria”), Josh O’Connor (“The Crown”) and Mike Faist (“West Side Story”) as superstar tennis players who fall into a competitive love triangle. This is Zendaya’s first movie after “Dune: Part Two,” and it will be a real test for her as a box office star, since sports dramas can be hit or miss. “Challengers” really is riding on her popularity to avoid the pitfalls of the genre.
Tennis has had an especially tough time at the box office, as seen by Will Smith‘s Oscar-winning turn in the 2021 release “King Richard,” about the father of Venus and Serena Williams,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Edward Douglas
- Gold Derby
Dua Lipa, Tobias Menzies and David Jonsson are among the celebrities who will be reading excerpts from books on this year’s International Booker Prize shortlist in new short films.
The six short films have been created with Merman, the production company of “Bad Sisters” star Sharon Horgan and producer Clelia Mountford. The shorts will see pop star Lipa reading la Genberg’s “The Details,” “The Crown’s” Menzies reading “Mater 2-10” by Hwang Sok-yong, “Rye Lane” alead Jonsson reading “Not a River” by Selva Almada, “One Day” actor Eleanor Tomlinson reading Jenny Erpenbeck’s “Kairos,” “The Witcher’s” Anya Chalotra reading Jente Posthuma’s “What I’d Rather Not Think About” and “Still Up’s” Antonio Thomas reading “Crooked Plow” by Itamar Vieira Junior.
The International Booker Prize is the world’s leading award for fiction works translated into English. Lipa has previously worked with the organization, having delivered...
The six short films have been created with Merman, the production company of “Bad Sisters” star Sharon Horgan and producer Clelia Mountford. The shorts will see pop star Lipa reading la Genberg’s “The Details,” “The Crown’s” Menzies reading “Mater 2-10” by Hwang Sok-yong, “Rye Lane” alead Jonsson reading “Not a River” by Selva Almada, “One Day” actor Eleanor Tomlinson reading Jenny Erpenbeck’s “Kairos,” “The Witcher’s” Anya Chalotra reading Jente Posthuma’s “What I’d Rather Not Think About” and “Still Up’s” Antonio Thomas reading “Crooked Plow” by Itamar Vieira Junior.
The International Booker Prize is the world’s leading award for fiction works translated into English. Lipa has previously worked with the organization, having delivered...
- 4/24/2024
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Short films featuring the likes of Dua Lipa and Tobias Menzies (The Crown, Game of Thrones, Manhunt) reading extracts from the six books on the 2024 shortlist for the International Booker Prize for fiction translated into English will debut on Thursday, courtesy of Sharon Horgan and Clelia Mountford’s production company Merman.
The other performers are Eleanor Tomlinson (One Day, Poldark, The Outlaws), David Jonsson (Rye Lane, Industry), Anya Chalotra (The Witcher, Wanderlust), and Antonia Thomas (Still Up, Lovesick, The Good Doctor).
The shortlist films are directed by Charlotte Hamblin, a screenwriter, actor and director known for her performances in Downton Abbey, Call the Midwife and Operation Mincemeat. They will be published on the Booker Prizes website and social channels at 9 a.m. London time/1 a.m. LA time on Thursday. A trailer for the films was just posted on YouTube.
“An avid reader and host of her own book club...
The other performers are Eleanor Tomlinson (One Day, Poldark, The Outlaws), David Jonsson (Rye Lane, Industry), Anya Chalotra (The Witcher, Wanderlust), and Antonia Thomas (Still Up, Lovesick, The Good Doctor).
The shortlist films are directed by Charlotte Hamblin, a screenwriter, actor and director known for her performances in Downton Abbey, Call the Midwife and Operation Mincemeat. They will be published on the Booker Prizes website and social channels at 9 a.m. London time/1 a.m. LA time on Thursday. A trailer for the films was just posted on YouTube.
“An avid reader and host of her own book club...
- 4/24/2024
- by Georg Szalai
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
A much talked-about title at the London TV Screenings and Canneseries, sparking inevitable comparisons with “The Crown,” Beta Film Dutch royal family love story “Maxima,” has clinched another major territory sale, with Atresmedia TV acquiring exclusive broadcast rights in Spain.
Based on the life of Maxima of Holland before she became queen, and especially her whirlwind romance with a young tongue-tied Dutch Crown Prince Willem-Alexander, “Maxima” has already sold to networks in Latin America, Israel and across Europe.
These include Rtl for Germany, Italian public broadcaster Rai, Hot in Israel, Warner Bros. Discovery networks across Latin America, plus Croatia’s Hrt, Austria’s Orf and Latvia’s Ltv and Hong Kong’s Now TV.
The essence of royal family drama is how personal passion impacts an institutional figure, and how royal families in some ways aren’t that different from the non blue-blood. Tabled down the generations in “The Crown...
Based on the life of Maxima of Holland before she became queen, and especially her whirlwind romance with a young tongue-tied Dutch Crown Prince Willem-Alexander, “Maxima” has already sold to networks in Latin America, Israel and across Europe.
These include Rtl for Germany, Italian public broadcaster Rai, Hot in Israel, Warner Bros. Discovery networks across Latin America, plus Croatia’s Hrt, Austria’s Orf and Latvia’s Ltv and Hong Kong’s Now TV.
The essence of royal family drama is how personal passion impacts an institutional figure, and how royal families in some ways aren’t that different from the non blue-blood. Tabled down the generations in “The Crown...
- 4/24/2024
- by John Hopewell
- Variety Film + TV
Anthony Scaramucci To Host U.S. Edition Of ‘The Rest Is Politics’
Anthony Scaramucci is getting into podcasting. The former White House Director of Communications will host an American edition of British podcast The Rest is Politics alongside Katty Kay, U.S. Special Correspondent for BBC Studios. Starting Friday (April 26) The pair will look to uncover secrets from inside Joe Biden and Donald Trump’s inner circles, and take a wider look at the intricacies of U.S. society and how they shape the world’s most important economy. New episodes will be released every Friday. Produced by football veteran Gary Lineker’s Goalhanger Films, The Rest is Politics launched in the UK in 2022, with former Downing Street Director of Communications and Strategy Alastair Campbell and former Cabinet Minister Rory Stewart at the helm. This week, hosts Campbell and Stewart were announced to be presenting UK network Channel 4’s...
Anthony Scaramucci is getting into podcasting. The former White House Director of Communications will host an American edition of British podcast The Rest is Politics alongside Katty Kay, U.S. Special Correspondent for BBC Studios. Starting Friday (April 26) The pair will look to uncover secrets from inside Joe Biden and Donald Trump’s inner circles, and take a wider look at the intricacies of U.S. society and how they shape the world’s most important economy. New episodes will be released every Friday. Produced by football veteran Gary Lineker’s Goalhanger Films, The Rest is Politics launched in the UK in 2022, with former Downing Street Director of Communications and Strategy Alastair Campbell and former Cabinet Minister Rory Stewart at the helm. This week, hosts Campbell and Stewart were announced to be presenting UK network Channel 4’s...
- 4/24/2024
- by Hannah Abraham and Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Peter Morgan’s new play Patriots, now on Broadway, opens with an awareness of its audience. “In the West you have no idea,” Boris Berezovksy (an excellent Michael Stuhlbarg) says through a voiceover. “You think of Russia as a cold, bleak place, full of hardship and cruelty.” The stage is bare, and the oligarch, who played an instrumental role in Vladimir Putin’s rise to power, speaks to us from a liminal space. He goes on to describe the beauty of his country, Russian music, the sounds of children laughing in the streets and the taste of ice cream on a cold day.
When the stage comes into view (set design by Miriam Buether, lighting design by Jack Knowles), it’s 1955. Berezovsky is a schoolboy gifted in mathematics. A teacher urges his parents — congenial and full of quips — to push their son. “Anyone can be a doctor, Mrs. Berezovsky,” says...
When the stage comes into view (set design by Miriam Buether, lighting design by Jack Knowles), it’s 1955. Berezovsky is a schoolboy gifted in mathematics. A teacher urges his parents — congenial and full of quips — to push their son. “Anyone can be a doctor, Mrs. Berezovsky,” says...
- 4/23/2024
- by Lovia Gyarkye
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Josh O’Connor shines in the sizzling tennis romance drama “Challengers,” but that doesn’t mean “The Crown” alum is a fan of his own character.
O’Connor told WSJ magazine that he actually thought his character Patrick was a bit of a “monster.” The film, directed by Luca Guadagnino, centers on Tashi (Zendaya), a former college tennis star who is torn between her three loves: husband Art (Mike Faist), ex Patrick (O’Connor), and the sport itself. While Tashi’s dalliances between Art and Patrick overlap over the years, O’Connor calls Patrick a total “dick” of a role.
“How do you make a character likable whilst being a monster?,” O’Connor said of his core struggle to play Patrick. “It’s the first time I think I’ve played a character who’s just like, ‘I’m fucking mad.’ Like, ‘I’m a dick and I’m proud.'”
In fact,...
O’Connor told WSJ magazine that he actually thought his character Patrick was a bit of a “monster.” The film, directed by Luca Guadagnino, centers on Tashi (Zendaya), a former college tennis star who is torn between her three loves: husband Art (Mike Faist), ex Patrick (O’Connor), and the sport itself. While Tashi’s dalliances between Art and Patrick overlap over the years, O’Connor calls Patrick a total “dick” of a role.
“How do you make a character likable whilst being a monster?,” O’Connor said of his core struggle to play Patrick. “It’s the first time I think I’ve played a character who’s just like, ‘I’m fucking mad.’ Like, ‘I’m a dick and I’m proud.'”
In fact,...
- 4/23/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Tobias Menzies has become one of our most reliably excellent actors of late. Classically trained, he had an extensive theatre career in his native England during the noughties and early 2010s before he rose to prominence with roles in “Game of Thrones” and “Outlander.”
Menzies’ profile then increased further thanks to his lauded portrayal of Prince Phillip in “The Crown” and his stock has again risen thanks to his role as another major historical figure in Apple TV’s “Manhunt.” The acclaimed limited series follows the death of President Abraham Lincoln (played by Hamish Linklater) and the subsequent 12-day manhunt for assassin John Wilkes Booth (Anthony Boyle).
Menzies stars as Edwin Stanton, the Secretary of State and personal friend of Lincoln who headed up the hunt for Booth. Menzies proves himself capable of carrying this compelling show entirely on his own. His complex, gruff portrayal of Stanton is what makes the series soar,...
Menzies’ profile then increased further thanks to his lauded portrayal of Prince Phillip in “The Crown” and his stock has again risen thanks to his role as another major historical figure in Apple TV’s “Manhunt.” The acclaimed limited series follows the death of President Abraham Lincoln (played by Hamish Linklater) and the subsequent 12-day manhunt for assassin John Wilkes Booth (Anthony Boyle).
Menzies stars as Edwin Stanton, the Secretary of State and personal friend of Lincoln who headed up the hunt for Booth. Menzies proves himself capable of carrying this compelling show entirely on his own. His complex, gruff portrayal of Stanton is what makes the series soar,...
- 4/23/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
At the start of the current Emmys season, our in-house editors and cadre of awards experts generally agreed that the next Best Drama Actress winner would be Jennifer Aniston (“The Morning Show”). That wasn’t the case for long, however, as the expert odds have now consistently favored Imelda Staunton (“The Crown”) for over two months. Although the editors’ opinion is shared by a majority of our 2,000+ Emmy predictors, the experts could be onto something given the wide open nature of this and many more 2024 Emmy races.
Staunton’s claim to victory is strengthened by the fact that her show is the only past Best Drama Series nominee currently vying for that prize (which it won three years ago). It also helps that her supporting cast mate, Elizabeth Debicki, is her category’s obvious frontrunner due to her status as the sole 2023 drama acting contender eligible for an immediate return.
Staunton’s claim to victory is strengthened by the fact that her show is the only past Best Drama Series nominee currently vying for that prize (which it won three years ago). It also helps that her supporting cast mate, Elizabeth Debicki, is her category’s obvious frontrunner due to her status as the sole 2023 drama acting contender eligible for an immediate return.
- 4/23/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
Known for starring in the Netflix historical drama The Crown, Emma Corrin is now set to make their MCU debut with the upcoming film Deadpool & Wolverine. They are taking on the role of the X-Men villain Cassandra Nova, who has similar telekinesis abilities as Professor X. And the new trailer of the film offers a brief look at their character.
The Crown | Netflix
However, when offered the role, Corrin had limited knowledge of the expansive MCU, having watched only a handful of movies. It was only after they joined the Deadpool threequel, that a comprehensive understanding of the superhero universe led to their shift in perspective.
Emma Corrin Had Limited Knowledge of the MCU Ahead of Deadpool 3
Emma Corrin’s entry into the MCU marks a significant shift for the actress, not only by joining the blockbuster franchise but also by offering an opportunity to delve into the role of a villain,...
The Crown | Netflix
However, when offered the role, Corrin had limited knowledge of the expansive MCU, having watched only a handful of movies. It was only after they joined the Deadpool threequel, that a comprehensive understanding of the superhero universe led to their shift in perspective.
Emma Corrin Had Limited Knowledge of the MCU Ahead of Deadpool 3
Emma Corrin’s entry into the MCU marks a significant shift for the actress, not only by joining the blockbuster franchise but also by offering an opportunity to delve into the role of a villain,...
- 4/23/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Glenn Kendrick Ackermann will kick off worldwide sales in Cannes through his V International Media on the supernatural drama Can You Hear Me starring Peter Facinelli from The Twilight Saga.
Charlotte Radford, who starred alongside Daryl Hannah in The American Connection, also stars and wrote the screenplay.
The cast includes James Cosmo from Game Of Thrones, John Standing from The Crown, Matt Barber of Downton Abbey, and Jane Thorne from Night Train To Lisbon.
Simon Hunter, who helmed Mutant Chronicles, directs the story about the whirlwind romance and marriage between Annabel and Samuel, an American soldier who is severely wounded in the first World War.
Charlotte Radford, who starred alongside Daryl Hannah in The American Connection, also stars and wrote the screenplay.
The cast includes James Cosmo from Game Of Thrones, John Standing from The Crown, Matt Barber of Downton Abbey, and Jane Thorne from Night Train To Lisbon.
Simon Hunter, who helmed Mutant Chronicles, directs the story about the whirlwind romance and marriage between Annabel and Samuel, an American soldier who is severely wounded in the first World War.
- 4/22/2024
- ScreenDaily
Glenn Kendrick Ackermann will kick off worldwide sales in Cannes through his V International Media on the supernatural drama Can You Hear Me starring Peter Facinelli from The Twilight Saga.
Charlotte Radford, who starred alongside Daryl Hannah in The American Connection, also stars and wrote the screenplay.
The cast includes James Cosmo from Game Of Thrones, John Standing from The Crown, Matt Barber of Downton Abbey, and Jane Thorne from Night Train To Lisbon.
Simon Hunter, who helmed Mutant Chronicles, directs the story about the whirlwind romance and marriage between Annabel and Samuel, an American soldier who is severely wounded in the first World War.
Charlotte Radford, who starred alongside Daryl Hannah in The American Connection, also stars and wrote the screenplay.
The cast includes James Cosmo from Game Of Thrones, John Standing from The Crown, Matt Barber of Downton Abbey, and Jane Thorne from Night Train To Lisbon.
Simon Hunter, who helmed Mutant Chronicles, directs the story about the whirlwind romance and marriage between Annabel and Samuel, an American soldier who is severely wounded in the first World War.
- 4/22/2024
- ScreenDaily
Since The Last Update
This week’s Feinberg Forecast includes 11 categories that were not a part of last week’s, including those covering writing (drama, comedy, limited or anthology series, variety series, variety special and nonfiction program), reality programs (structured, unstructured and competition), game shows and animated programs. It is also the first edition to include Netflix’s Baby Reindeer, which has exploded since its April 11 debut, has officially been entered for Emmys consideration as a limited series and will seriously contend in several categories.
Over the past week, L.A.-area members of the TV Academy have been surrounded by — and, in many cases, invited to — high-profile FYC or FYC-adjacent events. PaleyFest’s lineup of panels included The Morning Show (with Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon), Loki (Tom Hiddleston and Owen Wilson), Curb Your Enthusiasm (Larry David), The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (Stephen Colbert) and Late Night With...
This week’s Feinberg Forecast includes 11 categories that were not a part of last week’s, including those covering writing (drama, comedy, limited or anthology series, variety series, variety special and nonfiction program), reality programs (structured, unstructured and competition), game shows and animated programs. It is also the first edition to include Netflix’s Baby Reindeer, which has exploded since its April 11 debut, has officially been entered for Emmys consideration as a limited series and will seriously contend in several categories.
Over the past week, L.A.-area members of the TV Academy have been surrounded by — and, in many cases, invited to — high-profile FYC or FYC-adjacent events. PaleyFest’s lineup of panels included The Morning Show (with Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon), Loki (Tom Hiddleston and Owen Wilson), Curb Your Enthusiasm (Larry David), The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (Stephen Colbert) and Late Night With...
- 4/22/2024
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Just like a prayer, the latest trailer for the highly anticipated "Deadpool & Wolverine" arrived this morning, showing off even more of Wade Wilson's first entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. If bringing the R-rated Merc with a Mouth into the Marvel Studios world wasn't enough, with all the naughtiness that entails, surely Hugh Jackman picking up Wolverine's claws again will seal the deal.
Of course, since "Deadpool & Wolverine" is bringing the characters from 20th Century Fox's universe of Marvel movies into the MCU, there are even more recognizable faces who will be popping up. Along with reports of Jennifer Garner reprising her role as Elektra and the appearance of Pyro in the first trailer for the movie, the latest batch of footage shows off some returning characters from previous "X-Men" movies. Perhaps even more interesting is where those characters appear in the trailer, especially when it comes...
Of course, since "Deadpool & Wolverine" is bringing the characters from 20th Century Fox's universe of Marvel movies into the MCU, there are even more recognizable faces who will be popping up. Along with reports of Jennifer Garner reprising her role as Elektra and the appearance of Pyro in the first trailer for the movie, the latest batch of footage shows off some returning characters from previous "X-Men" movies. Perhaps even more interesting is where those characters appear in the trailer, especially when it comes...
- 4/22/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Dominic West and Lily James made headlines back in 2020 for their Pda scandal during his marriage with aristocrat, Catherine FitzGerald. While their affair rumors caught extreme media attention, the actor makes a rare statement, claiming that the scandal helped him in portraying the now United Kingdom King, Charles III in The Crown show.
Dominic West as Prince Charles in a still from The Crown (2016 – 2023)
The historical drama show consists of six seasons, which primarily focus on the reign of the late Queen Elizabeth II. While the former plays Prince Charles III in the series, he was spotted in Rome with his The Pursuit of Love costar, sparkling attention among the media. However, that incident helped him in his work.
Dominic West Shares His Affair Scandal With Lily James Helped Him Relate to Charles III in The Crown
The Wire actor has been married to Irish aristocrat, Catherine FitzGerald since 2010 with...
Dominic West as Prince Charles in a still from The Crown (2016 – 2023)
The historical drama show consists of six seasons, which primarily focus on the reign of the late Queen Elizabeth II. While the former plays Prince Charles III in the series, he was spotted in Rome with his The Pursuit of Love costar, sparkling attention among the media. However, that incident helped him in his work.
Dominic West Shares His Affair Scandal With Lily James Helped Him Relate to Charles III in The Crown
The Wire actor has been married to Irish aristocrat, Catherine FitzGerald since 2010 with...
- 4/22/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Amazon MGM Studios has released the final trailer for Challengers, starring Zendaya as Tashi Duncan, a former tennis prodigy turned coach and a force of nature who makes no apologies for her game on and off the court.
Married to a champion on a losing streak, Tashi’s strategy for her husband’s redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off against the washed-up Patrick—his former best friend and Tashi’s former boyfriend.
As their pasts and present collide and tensions run high, Tashi must ask herself what it will cost to win. In addition to the trailer, you can also watch a featurette on the film’s music by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
From visionary filmmaker Luca Guadagnino, Challengers is rated R for language throughout, some sexual content, and graphic nudity. The drama will open in theaters on Friday, April 26, 2024.
Guadagnino directed the movie from a script by Justin Kuritzkes.
Married to a champion on a losing streak, Tashi’s strategy for her husband’s redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off against the washed-up Patrick—his former best friend and Tashi’s former boyfriend.
As their pasts and present collide and tensions run high, Tashi must ask herself what it will cost to win. In addition to the trailer, you can also watch a featurette on the film’s music by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
From visionary filmmaker Luca Guadagnino, Challengers is rated R for language throughout, some sexual content, and graphic nudity. The drama will open in theaters on Friday, April 26, 2024.
Guadagnino directed the movie from a script by Justin Kuritzkes.
- 4/22/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Tom Durant Pritchard (The Crown) has joined the cast of PBS' Miss Scarlet series for season five. The series was previously titled Miss Scarlet and The Duke, but the name was shortened following the departure of Stuart Martin, aka William "The Duke" Wellington, after four seasons. The fifth season of the period drama is currently in production.
Starring Kate Phillips, Evan McCabe, Cathy Belton, Felix Scott, Paul Bazely, Simon Ludders, and Tim Chipping, Miss Scarlet series follows Eliza Scarlet (Phillips) as she takes over her dad’s detective agency following his death.
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Starring Kate Phillips, Evan McCabe, Cathy Belton, Felix Scott, Paul Bazely, Simon Ludders, and Tim Chipping, Miss Scarlet series follows Eliza Scarlet (Phillips) as she takes over her dad’s detective agency following his death.
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- 4/21/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Dominic West has spoken out in support of his former co-star’s criticisms of The Affair.
British actor West, who got his big TV break as maverick policeman McNulty in The Wire and most recently starred as Prince Charles in the final two series of The Crown, filmed five seasons of the hit drama on Showtime, but his co-star Ruth Wilson was written out of the series after four.
In 2020, Wilson – who it is speculated signed an NDA on her departure – recalled that “things didn’t feel right” on the show, she didn’t always “feel safe” and raised the particular concern that, during the filming of sex scenes, the cameras always focused on her “orgasm face,” not that of male actors’.
In an interview with The Times of London, West hesitated to contribute to the discussion, but he lent his support to Wilson, saying: “We talked a lot about...
British actor West, who got his big TV break as maverick policeman McNulty in The Wire and most recently starred as Prince Charles in the final two series of The Crown, filmed five seasons of the hit drama on Showtime, but his co-star Ruth Wilson was written out of the series after four.
In 2020, Wilson – who it is speculated signed an NDA on her departure – recalled that “things didn’t feel right” on the show, she didn’t always “feel safe” and raised the particular concern that, during the filming of sex scenes, the cameras always focused on her “orgasm face,” not that of male actors’.
In an interview with The Times of London, West hesitated to contribute to the discussion, but he lent his support to Wilson, saying: “We talked a lot about...
- 4/21/2024
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
6’3” actress Elizabeth Debicki ("The Crown"), poses for the May 2024 issue of “Vogue” (US) magazine, photographed by Steven Meisel:
Debicki made her film debut in "A Few Best Men" (2011). From an audition tape, director Baz Luhrmann cast her as 'Jordan Baker' in "The Great Gatsby" (2013).
Debicki appeared in the short "Gödel, Incomplete", followed by a 'guest star' appearance in the third season of the Australian TV series "Rake".
She then played the villain in the Guy Ritchie-directed film adaptation of "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." (2015)...
...followed by supporting roles in Justin Kurzel's adaptation of "Macbeth".
Debicki also played the lead in the eight-hour TV series, "The Kettering Incident" and a supporting role as 'Jed', in the miniseries "The Night Manager".
Debicki stars as 'Princess Diana' in "The Crown" (2023).
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Debicki made her film debut in "A Few Best Men" (2011). From an audition tape, director Baz Luhrmann cast her as 'Jordan Baker' in "The Great Gatsby" (2013).
Debicki appeared in the short "Gödel, Incomplete", followed by a 'guest star' appearance in the third season of the Australian TV series "Rake".
She then played the villain in the Guy Ritchie-directed film adaptation of "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." (2015)...
...followed by supporting roles in Justin Kurzel's adaptation of "Macbeth".
Debicki also played the lead in the eight-hour TV series, "The Kettering Incident" and a supporting role as 'Jed', in the miniseries "The Night Manager".
Debicki stars as 'Princess Diana' in "The Crown" (2023).
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- 4/21/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Spoiler Alert: This article contains major spoilers for the finale of “Manhunt,” now streaming on Apple TV+.
The seven-episode historical miniseries “Manhunt” has come to a dramatic close. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton (Tobias Menzies) brought several of John Wilkes Booth’s conspirators to trial over Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, resulting in numerous hangings. Legally, he wasn’t able to thread the needle to prove a grand conspiracy, leaving him somewhat unsatisfied in his efforts to find justice for Lincoln. Yet Stanton has his next fight almost immediately after the verdict, as incoming President Andrew Johnson aims to have him removed from his position — leading the secretary of war to barricade himself in his office in protest.
Reflecting on the series — and especially the trial that takes up the majority of the final episode — Menzies speaks to how his animated facial expressions guide the audience through the highs and lows of prosecuting Lincoln’s assassins.
The seven-episode historical miniseries “Manhunt” has come to a dramatic close. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton (Tobias Menzies) brought several of John Wilkes Booth’s conspirators to trial over Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, resulting in numerous hangings. Legally, he wasn’t able to thread the needle to prove a grand conspiracy, leaving him somewhat unsatisfied in his efforts to find justice for Lincoln. Yet Stanton has his next fight almost immediately after the verdict, as incoming President Andrew Johnson aims to have him removed from his position — leading the secretary of war to barricade himself in his office in protest.
Reflecting on the series — and especially the trial that takes up the majority of the final episode — Menzies speaks to how his animated facial expressions guide the audience through the highs and lows of prosecuting Lincoln’s assassins.
- 4/19/2024
- by William Earl
- Variety Film + TV
“Shōgun” is looking to become the next “Game of Thrones” Emmy sensation thanks to its similar awe-inspiring world-building combined with political machinations and stunning performances. The FX series adapts James Clavell‘s 1975 historical novel of the same name. The story follows an English sailor (Cosmo Jarvis) who ends up shipwrecked in Japan while Lord Yoshii Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada) uncovers secrets that could benefit him in the political wars to come as he tries to rule one of the five Regents in Japan.
Husband and wife duo Rachel Kondo and “Top Gun: Maverick” story writer Justin Marks oversee this spectacular mini-series, which is a comprehensive, historical study that transcends world-building to present compelling characters. The expansive cast all deliver career-best work while Kondo and Marks handle each plot thread smartly and expertly.
Here’s just a sampling of the rave reviews.
Kelly Lawler (USA Today) exclaimed: “Beautiful, rich and deeply compelling,...
Husband and wife duo Rachel Kondo and “Top Gun: Maverick” story writer Justin Marks oversee this spectacular mini-series, which is a comprehensive, historical study that transcends world-building to present compelling characters. The expansive cast all deliver career-best work while Kondo and Marks handle each plot thread smartly and expertly.
Here’s just a sampling of the rave reviews.
Kelly Lawler (USA Today) exclaimed: “Beautiful, rich and deeply compelling,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Zendaya has, in just a small handful of years, asserted herself as a true A-list star in Hollywood. So much focus is paid to actors in their 40s (or much older) such as Tom Cruise, one of the many famous people named Chris, or Anne Hathaway. But Zendaya has emerged as one of our new movie stars, thanks to her work in wildly successful franchises such as "Dune" and "Spider-Man." But can her star power help turn "Challengers," an original sports drama centered around tennis, into a hit? That's the big question MGM is asking right now as the movie gets ready to make its way to theaters next weekend.
Hailing from "Call Me By Your Name" director Luca Guadagnino, "Challengers" is eyeing an opening between $7 and $12 million, per Box Office Pro. The only other big release on April 26 is Lionsgate's Christian drama "Unsung Hero." Yes, faith-based movies have...
Hailing from "Call Me By Your Name" director Luca Guadagnino, "Challengers" is eyeing an opening between $7 and $12 million, per Box Office Pro. The only other big release on April 26 is Lionsgate's Christian drama "Unsung Hero." Yes, faith-based movies have...
- 4/19/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Rightly or wrongly, streaming stocks have been judged by subscriber numbers. It’s not a complete picture of a company’s business, but it’s a key metric for judging the health of a platform. That’s why Netflix surprised investors by announcing it will no longer provide subscriber numbers starting next year.
In its letter to investors, Netflix said, “In our early days, when we had little revenue or profit, membership growth was a strong indicator of our future potential. But now we’re generating very substantial profit and free cash flow (Fcf). We are also developing new revenue streams like advertising and our extra member feature, so memberships are just one component of our growth. In addition, as we’ve evolved our pricing and plans from a single to multiple tiers with different price points depending on the country, each incremental paid membership has a very different business impact.
In its letter to investors, Netflix said, “In our early days, when we had little revenue or profit, membership growth was a strong indicator of our future potential. But now we’re generating very substantial profit and free cash flow (Fcf). We are also developing new revenue streams like advertising and our extra member feature, so memberships are just one component of our growth. In addition, as we’ve evolved our pricing and plans from a single to multiple tiers with different price points depending on the country, each incremental paid membership has a very different business impact.
- 4/18/2024
- by Ben Bowman
- The Streamable
The cycle of quarterly earnings reports from top media companies is beginning again. Netflix is the first streaming provider to give customers and analysts a peak at its first results for 2024, and as expected the streamer has continued to grow. The streamer added 9.33 million customers in the first three months of this year, bringing its new total to 269.6 million. Netflix was able to add 2.53 million customers in the United States and Canada, increasing its Ucan total to 82.66 million. This represents a 7% year-over-year growth and eight consecutive quarters of positive subscriber totals in the region.
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Moving to the Asia-Pacific region, Netflix added 2.16 million new customers for a total of 47.5M. Europe, the Middle East, and Africa added 2.92M new Netflix subscribers, and Latin America pulled in 1.72M more. In total, the streamer experienced 16% year-over-year growth in paid customers.
The streamer’s quarterly results exceeded Wall Street expectations.
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Moving to the Asia-Pacific region, Netflix added 2.16 million new customers for a total of 47.5M. Europe, the Middle East, and Africa added 2.92M new Netflix subscribers, and Latin America pulled in 1.72M more. In total, the streamer experienced 16% year-over-year growth in paid customers.
The streamer’s quarterly results exceeded Wall Street expectations.
- 4/18/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
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