Amateur sleuth shows used to be popular in the pre-csi era of television.
These series showcased detectives who were not police officers, were often quirky, and could best the cops at solving murders -- if they could get them to listen.
You're right if you think that sounds exactly like CBS' Elsbeth. Elsbeth has more in common with amateur sleuth series of the past than with the show it spun off from, The Good Wife.
Elsbeth is a modern take on classic shows like Columbo, Murder She Wrote, and Diagnosis Murder. Most shows it owes a debt to are no longer on television, but streaming services have given them new life.
Elsbeth Heralds the Return of Amateur Sleuth Shows
Amateur sleuth shows are part of the cozy mystery genre.
Nowadays, they've fallen out of favor -- these mysteries mostly air as movies on the Hallmark channel.
There was a time...
These series showcased detectives who were not police officers, were often quirky, and could best the cops at solving murders -- if they could get them to listen.
You're right if you think that sounds exactly like CBS' Elsbeth. Elsbeth has more in common with amateur sleuth series of the past than with the show it spun off from, The Good Wife.
Elsbeth is a modern take on classic shows like Columbo, Murder She Wrote, and Diagnosis Murder. Most shows it owes a debt to are no longer on television, but streaming services have given them new life.
Elsbeth Heralds the Return of Amateur Sleuth Shows
Amateur sleuth shows are part of the cozy mystery genre.
Nowadays, they've fallen out of favor -- these mysteries mostly air as movies on the Hallmark channel.
There was a time...
- 5/20/2024
- by Jack Ori
- TVfanatic
This post contains spoilers for "Dune."
In Frank Herbert's "Dune," Mentat Thufir Hawat, the Master of Assassins for House Atreides, trains heir-to-the-throne Paul Atreides in the ways of military strategy and political maneuvering. Exceedingly gifted and cunning, Thufir emerges as an asset for the Atreides, especially during their takeover of Arrakis, the coveted Spice-rich desert planet that the people of Caladan knew very little about. Although Hawat's abilities are tested to the limits after the Atreides find themselves under attack, he successfully orchestrates a raid on Giedi Prime on Duke Leto's orders, striking the Harkonnens where it hurt the most by destroying their illegal spice reserves.
In Denis Villeneuve's "Dune," Stephen McKinley Henderson embodies the role of Thufir with equal parts panache and integrity, sporting a deeply intelligent gaze that turns milky-grey when he channels his abilities, along with a fashionable parasol to beat the heat on Arrakis.
In Frank Herbert's "Dune," Mentat Thufir Hawat, the Master of Assassins for House Atreides, trains heir-to-the-throne Paul Atreides in the ways of military strategy and political maneuvering. Exceedingly gifted and cunning, Thufir emerges as an asset for the Atreides, especially during their takeover of Arrakis, the coveted Spice-rich desert planet that the people of Caladan knew very little about. Although Hawat's abilities are tested to the limits after the Atreides find themselves under attack, he successfully orchestrates a raid on Giedi Prime on Duke Leto's orders, striking the Harkonnens where it hurt the most by destroying their illegal spice reserves.
In Denis Villeneuve's "Dune," Stephen McKinley Henderson embodies the role of Thufir with equal parts panache and integrity, sporting a deeply intelligent gaze that turns milky-grey when he channels his abilities, along with a fashionable parasol to beat the heat on Arrakis.
- 5/20/2024
- by Debopriyaa Dutta
- Slash Film
Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing entertainment sector added a high-profile new film company this week.
3SIX9 Studios was launched at the Cannes Film Festival this week by Saudi Sheikh Mohammed El Khereiji, who has invested in Hollywood films for years and will serve as chairman; Daya Fernández, who has worked with Tom Cruise and will be CEO; Inga V. Smith, a former Paramount executive who will be president; and Amaury Nolasco, an actor/producer best known for the TV series Prison Break.
The company will strive to usher in “a new era in Hollywood-Saudi entertainment collaboration,” the quartet said in a statement issued Monday, by employing strategic partnerships with key Saudi leaders in finance, production and business — and Yellow Camel Productions, a preeminent Saudi Arabian production company — to support a slate of new productions.
Projects already in the works, according to the company, include Bunny Run, a fast-paced action comedy written by Jayson Rothwell,...
3SIX9 Studios was launched at the Cannes Film Festival this week by Saudi Sheikh Mohammed El Khereiji, who has invested in Hollywood films for years and will serve as chairman; Daya Fernández, who has worked with Tom Cruise and will be CEO; Inga V. Smith, a former Paramount executive who will be president; and Amaury Nolasco, an actor/producer best known for the TV series Prison Break.
The company will strive to usher in “a new era in Hollywood-Saudi entertainment collaboration,” the quartet said in a statement issued Monday, by employing strategic partnerships with key Saudi leaders in finance, production and business — and Yellow Camel Productions, a preeminent Saudi Arabian production company — to support a slate of new productions.
Projects already in the works, according to the company, include Bunny Run, a fast-paced action comedy written by Jayson Rothwell,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Terrence Howard opened up about what really happened during his abrupt exit from the Iron Man franchise after the first film He was cast as the second lead in the film, even before the main role of Tony Stark was cast. At the time, Marvel Studios was eyeing Clive Owen to play the lead role of Tony Stark. Robert Downey Jr. desperately wanted the role but was denied the opportunity to audition. And Howard had to allegedly sacrifice $1 million from his salary to make Downey Jr.’s audition possible.
Terrence Howard and Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man | Marvel Studios
When Howard faced issues with the studio during the production of the second film, he called the Oppenheimer actor for help. However, Downey Jr. allegedly didn’t pick up the phone, which hurt Howard a lot as a friend and a co-star who helped him.
Terrence Howard Felt Betrayed By Robert Downey Jr.
Terrence Howard and Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man | Marvel Studios
When Howard faced issues with the studio during the production of the second film, he called the Oppenheimer actor for help. However, Downey Jr. allegedly didn’t pick up the phone, which hurt Howard a lot as a friend and a co-star who helped him.
Terrence Howard Felt Betrayed By Robert Downey Jr.
- 5/19/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
The House cast and series is one of television’s most famous and successful medical dramas of all time. The show originally ran for 177 episodes across 8 seasons, from November 16, 2004, to May 21, 2012. The five-time Primetime Emmy Awards winner redefined medical dramas in more ways than one. House was loosely based on Sherlock Holmes, with Dr. Gregory House often considered the Sherlock Holmes of medicine. The series centered on a team of investigative doctors led by the misanthropic, pain-killers-addicted, medical genius Dr. House as they try to correctly diagnose illnesses and provide cures. House appealed to millions
The post House TV Series: What Happened to the Fox Medical Drama Cast? first appeared on TVovermind.
The post House TV Series: What Happened to the Fox Medical Drama Cast? first appeared on TVovermind.
- 5/17/2024
- by Onyinye Izundu
- TVovermind.com
Montreal, Quebec | July 18 – August 4, 2024
The Fantasia International Film Festival will celebrate its upcoming 28th edition with an electrifying program of screenings, workshops, and launch events running from July 18 through August 4, 2024, returning yet again at the Concordia Hall and J.A. de Sève cinemas, with additional screens and events at Montreal's Cinémathèque québécoise and Cinéma du Musée.
The festival's full lineup will be announced on July 3, but in the meantime, Fantasia has unveiled a select first wave of premiere titles, along with a first look at its 2024 poster art created by Montreal visual artist Donald Caron.
The highly anticipated Asian films in the line-up include the following:
Confession | Japan | Dir: Nobuhiro Yamashita
North American Premiere
Every winter since Sayuri's tragic disappearance sixteen years ago, Asai and Jiyong climb the mountain where it happened to honor her memory. However, an intense blizzard and a catastrophic injury convince Jiyong he's done for and,...
The Fantasia International Film Festival will celebrate its upcoming 28th edition with an electrifying program of screenings, workshops, and launch events running from July 18 through August 4, 2024, returning yet again at the Concordia Hall and J.A. de Sève cinemas, with additional screens and events at Montreal's Cinémathèque québécoise and Cinéma du Musée.
The festival's full lineup will be announced on July 3, but in the meantime, Fantasia has unveiled a select first wave of premiere titles, along with a first look at its 2024 poster art created by Montreal visual artist Donald Caron.
The highly anticipated Asian films in the line-up include the following:
Confession | Japan | Dir: Nobuhiro Yamashita
North American Premiere
Every winter since Sayuri's tragic disappearance sixteen years ago, Asai and Jiyong climb the mountain where it happened to honor her memory. However, an intense blizzard and a catastrophic injury convince Jiyong he's done for and,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Suzie Cho
- AsianMoviePulse
Ahead of the release of The Strangers: Chapter 1, we chat to director Renny Harlin about reimagining one of the most beloved modern horror films.
When The Strangers, Bryan Bertino’s low-budget horror film, was released in 2008, it immediately burrowed itself under my skin. In the film, a couple, played by Liv Tyler and Scott Speedman, are stalked by masked assailants, who seemingly have no motive for tormenting the couple. The film was a massive hit and has earned itself a firm, deserved cult status.
16 years after the release of Bertino’s film, Finnish director Renny Harlin is attempting the impossible. He has taken the basic premise of The Strangers, kept the name and turned it into an ambitious trilogy of his own.
The film follows Maya (played by Madelaine Petsch) and Ryan (played by Froy Gutierrez) on a road trip across the country. They pull over to a remote town for some food,...
When The Strangers, Bryan Bertino’s low-budget horror film, was released in 2008, it immediately burrowed itself under my skin. In the film, a couple, played by Liv Tyler and Scott Speedman, are stalked by masked assailants, who seemingly have no motive for tormenting the couple. The film was a massive hit and has earned itself a firm, deserved cult status.
16 years after the release of Bertino’s film, Finnish director Renny Harlin is attempting the impossible. He has taken the basic premise of The Strangers, kept the name and turned it into an ambitious trilogy of his own.
The film follows Maya (played by Madelaine Petsch) and Ryan (played by Froy Gutierrez) on a road trip across the country. They pull over to a remote town for some food,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Eminem was known for oddball, controversial stunts during his early career, but he’s taken things to another level with an obituary for his character Slim Shady. The obituary gives fans a lot of insight into how the “Without Me” rapper views his Slim Shady persona. It also might have a clue as to how Slim Shady will evolve in the future.
Eminem’s obituary for Slim Shady is a refresher for some
One of Eminem’s most provocative stunts in some time is naming his upcoming album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce). Killing off a famous character is sure to turn heads, whether it was Sir Arthur Conan Doyle killing off Sherlock Holmes or the famous DC Comics arc “The Death of Superman.”
In keeping with that tradition, the Detroit Free Press published a faux obituary for Slim Shady which explained the character for those who...
Eminem’s obituary for Slim Shady is a refresher for some
One of Eminem’s most provocative stunts in some time is naming his upcoming album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce). Killing off a famous character is sure to turn heads, whether it was Sir Arthur Conan Doyle killing off Sherlock Holmes or the famous DC Comics arc “The Death of Superman.”
In keeping with that tradition, the Detroit Free Press published a faux obituary for Slim Shady which explained the character for those who...
- 5/16/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Get ready, folks, because the man with the fists the size of Thanksgiving turkeys is going to return ... slightly later than we hoped. According to star Alan Ritchson, "Reacher" season 3 won't premiere on Prime Video until 2025
The news comes from Ritchson's Instagram stories, where he shared an image with just the words "The biggest name in action hits again in 2025" followed by the title of the show.
"Reacher," of course, is based on the Jack Reacher book series by Lee Child, and follows a former Army military policeman who is also the biggest and strongest man on the planet; a large man who also happens to be smart as hell; a wanderer who travels from town to town solving crimes and beating the crap out of people. As /Film's own Valerie Ettenhofer wrote in her review of season 2, this self-aware action show "has all the ra-ra spirit and obsession with...
The news comes from Ritchson's Instagram stories, where he shared an image with just the words "The biggest name in action hits again in 2025" followed by the title of the show.
"Reacher," of course, is based on the Jack Reacher book series by Lee Child, and follows a former Army military policeman who is also the biggest and strongest man on the planet; a large man who also happens to be smart as hell; a wanderer who travels from town to town solving crimes and beating the crap out of people. As /Film's own Valerie Ettenhofer wrote in her review of season 2, this self-aware action show "has all the ra-ra spirit and obsession with...
- 5/14/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
With the success of Matt Reeves’ The Batman (2022), fans of the DC universe have been eagerly awaiting any developments regarding the expansion of this gritty and dark take on Gotham City. The latest buzz among fans revolves around the casting of one of the notorious enemies of Batman (& Wayne family’s friend) in the forthcoming TV show, The Penguin.
Yes, we are talking about the much-awaited casting of DC’s supervillain, Carmine Falcone, and it appears that speculation and theories can finally be put to rest. A subtle hint has been dropped that Mark Strong may play the character in the upcoming Max show.
Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot in The Penguin (credit: Max)
Acclaimed for his roles in flicks such as Stardust and Sherlock Holmes, Strong, 60, has a background in playing convincing and menacing characters, making him a perfect fit for a villainous role in the DC universe.
The Penguin...
Yes, we are talking about the much-awaited casting of DC’s supervillain, Carmine Falcone, and it appears that speculation and theories can finally be put to rest. A subtle hint has been dropped that Mark Strong may play the character in the upcoming Max show.
Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot in The Penguin (credit: Max)
Acclaimed for his roles in flicks such as Stardust and Sherlock Holmes, Strong, 60, has a background in playing convincing and menacing characters, making him a perfect fit for a villainous role in the DC universe.
The Penguin...
- 5/13/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
10. The Social Network (2010)
While not following the exact events of Facebook’s creation, The Social Network gives a great idea of how it came to be. There once was a student whose girlfriend dumped him, and in spite of her, he created a website where guys could rate girls based on their looks. The site became popular, and things started spiraling up…
You can watch The Social Network on Hulu, Netflix, Apple TV, and Prime Video.
9. The Man Who Knew Infinity (2015)
Most of us can’t truly comprehend the ethereal world of mathematics, but some people know infinity — almost literally. This movie follows the life and relationships of a brilliant Indian mathematician whose friendship and collaboration with his teacher resulted in a series of breakthroughs but who suffered an unjustly grim fate.
You can watch The Man Who Knew Infinity on Apple TV and Prime Video.
8. The Martian (2015)
The Martian...
While not following the exact events of Facebook’s creation, The Social Network gives a great idea of how it came to be. There once was a student whose girlfriend dumped him, and in spite of her, he created a website where guys could rate girls based on their looks. The site became popular, and things started spiraling up…
You can watch The Social Network on Hulu, Netflix, Apple TV, and Prime Video.
9. The Man Who Knew Infinity (2015)
Most of us can’t truly comprehend the ethereal world of mathematics, but some people know infinity — almost literally. This movie follows the life and relationships of a brilliant Indian mathematician whose friendship and collaboration with his teacher resulted in a series of breakthroughs but who suffered an unjustly grim fate.
You can watch The Man Who Knew Infinity on Apple TV and Prime Video.
8. The Martian (2015)
The Martian...
- 5/12/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen has been a part of many franchises. The actor played the role of Hannibal Lecter in NBC’s Hannibal, featured in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story as Galen Erso, and took over from Johnny Depp as Gellert Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore. He even recently joined the Indiana Jones franchise as Dr Jürgen Voller.
However, one of his most memorable roles has been his appearance as Kaecillius in Doctor Strange. The actor played the antagonist in the film which starred Benedict Cumberbatch in the titular. Mikkelsen was reportedly convinced by filmmaker Scott Derrickson to join the film without even reading the script with three magical words.
Doctor Strange Director Won Over Mads Mikkelsen With Just Three Words Mads Mikkelsen in Doctor Strange
Actor Mads Mikkelsen played the role of Kaecillius in Doctor Strange. The character was the film’s main antagonist, an...
However, one of his most memorable roles has been his appearance as Kaecillius in Doctor Strange. The actor played the antagonist in the film which starred Benedict Cumberbatch in the titular. Mikkelsen was reportedly convinced by filmmaker Scott Derrickson to join the film without even reading the script with three magical words.
Doctor Strange Director Won Over Mads Mikkelsen With Just Three Words Mads Mikkelsen in Doctor Strange
Actor Mads Mikkelsen played the role of Kaecillius in Doctor Strange. The character was the film’s main antagonist, an...
- 5/11/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
When you think about detective stories, the first image that comes to mind is Sherlock Holmes, right? You know, with his coat, pipe, and magnifying glass, he was rocking that classic detective look. But now, imagine all that, but for an investigative journalist named Dubheasa Maloney, also known as Dove. She’s a woman on a mission who came to Bodkin, a small town in Ireland, wearing a sleek black coat and black sunglasses, to find out the truth behind three disappearances that happened during the Samhain festival 25 years ago with two podcasters, Gilbert and Emmy. But Dove didn’t exactly plan on coming back to Ireland from London. Nope, but she had to. What exactly happened? And will she find out the truth? Let’s find out together by diving into the story of Netflix’s new thriller series Bodkin, directed by Jez Scharf.
Spoilers Ahead
Why did Dove come to Bodkin?...
Spoilers Ahead
Why did Dove come to Bodkin?...
- 5/9/2024
- by Sutanuka Banerjee
- Film Fugitives
Characters are more often associated with their iconographies, which provide them with an enduring legacy through the ages. When readers think of Sherlock Holmes, the pipe and the iconic hat immediately come to mind; the bat insignia is a cue to Gotham’s caped crusader; and similarly, the mention of Godzilla always evokes the mental image of the atomic monster unleashing its fierce, nuclear-powered breath—akin to the fire-breathing dragons of ancient mythology.
Atomic Breath has been an integral part of the big G’s identity since the character’s first appearance and has been showcased in almost all of Toho Studio’s 30+ cinematic ventures involving Godzilla. Irrespective of the tone and treatment of the movie, whether it’s the campy fun of the Showa era or the grounded, dark approach of the present Reiwa era, makers have always made sure that each version of Godzilla asserts their individuality through their respective atomic breath.
Atomic Breath has been an integral part of the big G’s identity since the character’s first appearance and has been showcased in almost all of Toho Studio’s 30+ cinematic ventures involving Godzilla. Irrespective of the tone and treatment of the movie, whether it’s the campy fun of the Showa era or the grounded, dark approach of the present Reiwa era, makers have always made sure that each version of Godzilla asserts their individuality through their respective atomic breath.
- 5/7/2024
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
Henry Cavill is known as a gentlemanly actor who has almost never lost his calm in public. Being an actor with a personal life of his own, the actor is in love with his current partner, Natalie Viscuso. But back when they announced their relationship, there was a lot of online hatred.
With messages, threats, and anger, several people were talking on social media about Cavill’s personal love life, which was affecting the actor and his partner (obviously). In 2021, Cavill took to his Instagram to address this online harassment and showed the world that “It’s time to stop.”
Henry Cavill in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (image credit: DC)
When Henry Cavill Lost His Cool!
It was recently revealed that Cavill is expecting his first child with current partner Natalie Viscuso and the world celebrated alongside the actor. But before the world saw the love between Cavill and Viscuso,...
With messages, threats, and anger, several people were talking on social media about Cavill’s personal love life, which was affecting the actor and his partner (obviously). In 2021, Cavill took to his Instagram to address this online harassment and showed the world that “It’s time to stop.”
Henry Cavill in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (image credit: DC)
When Henry Cavill Lost His Cool!
It was recently revealed that Cavill is expecting his first child with current partner Natalie Viscuso and the world celebrated alongside the actor. But before the world saw the love between Cavill and Viscuso,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Amidst the clamor of eager fans anticipating the next James Bond, rumors and updates about the exhaustive search process are swirling in the air. However, despite all the buzz, there’s still no clear frontrunner. So, why not leave it to AI to uncover the perfect fit?
The Boys star Karl Urban as Billy Butcher
Thus, in a surprising turn of events, a 2020 study suggests that Karl Urban, the star of The Boys, might just be the unexpected choice for 007. He’s stealing the spotlight from big names like Henry Cavill and Idris Elba in the AI’s eyes! Who would’ve thought?
AI Study Claims Karl Urban as Ideal Choice for Next James Bond!
With today’s plethora of AI tools, there seems to be little that AI cannot tackle, though the accuracy may sometimes be up for debate, there is still only a handful of things that the AI cannot do.
The Boys star Karl Urban as Billy Butcher
Thus, in a surprising turn of events, a 2020 study suggests that Karl Urban, the star of The Boys, might just be the unexpected choice for 007. He’s stealing the spotlight from big names like Henry Cavill and Idris Elba in the AI’s eyes! Who would’ve thought?
AI Study Claims Karl Urban as Ideal Choice for Next James Bond!
With today’s plethora of AI tools, there seems to be little that AI cannot tackle, though the accuracy may sometimes be up for debate, there is still only a handful of things that the AI cannot do.
- 5/5/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
There is no denying that Robert Downey Jr. is an effortlessly cool person. And he perfectly portrayed the enigmatic Sherlock Holmes on screen a few years back. But even the smoothest operator can have some questionable ideas sometimes. Therefore, while preparing for the iconic role, Downey Jr. considered a look more specifically decided to grow a creepy-looking mustache to give the character a significant look.
Robert Downey Jr in Sherlock Holmes
Susan Downey, his wife and producing partner, however, thankfully intervened at the right moment. A recent Harper’s Bazaar article sheds light on this intriguing tidbit. Downey Jr.’s initial vision, while likely interesting, was apparently nudged in a different direction by Susan Downey’s keen eye.
How Susan Downey Skillfully Saved Rdj’s Sherlock Holmes from a “Terrible, P*rn-Looking Mustache”!
Thanks to Susan Downey‘s intervention, fans were spared the sight of Robert Downey Jr. sporting a...
Robert Downey Jr in Sherlock Holmes
Susan Downey, his wife and producing partner, however, thankfully intervened at the right moment. A recent Harper’s Bazaar article sheds light on this intriguing tidbit. Downey Jr.’s initial vision, while likely interesting, was apparently nudged in a different direction by Susan Downey’s keen eye.
How Susan Downey Skillfully Saved Rdj’s Sherlock Holmes from a “Terrible, P*rn-Looking Mustache”!
Thanks to Susan Downey‘s intervention, fans were spared the sight of Robert Downey Jr. sporting a...
- 5/4/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
CBS, the most-watched network, is the first out of the gate to announce its schedule for the upcoming 2024-25 season. The returning shows are 48 Hours, 60 Minutes, The Amazing Race, Blue Bloods (resuming its final season), Elsbeth, The Equalizer, FBI, FBI: International, FBI: Most Wanted, Fire Country, Ghosts, NCIS, NCIS: Sydney, The Neighborhood, Raid the Cage, Survivor, Swat, and Tracker.
The new series for next season are Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage (newly titled Young Sheldon spin-off), Matlock (reboot of the 1986-95 legal drama), NCIS: Origins (NCIS prequel), Poppa's House, The Summit, and Watson (based on Sherlock Holmes characters) will be joined by newly ordered Hollywood Squares (reboot of the classic game show). In addition, CBS has ordered Sheriff Country (a Fire Country spin-off) for the 2025-26 season.
Here's a breakdown of the...
The new series for next season are Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage (newly titled Young Sheldon spin-off), Matlock (reboot of the 1986-95 legal drama), NCIS: Origins (NCIS prequel), Poppa's House, The Summit, and Watson (based on Sherlock Holmes characters) will be joined by newly ordered Hollywood Squares (reboot of the classic game show). In addition, CBS has ordered Sheriff Country (a Fire Country spin-off) for the 2025-26 season.
Here's a breakdown of the...
- 5/3/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Matlock, Georgie & Mandy, Watson, Poppa's House, Hollywood Squares: CBS Announces New 2024-25 Series
CBS has announced its full 2024-25 primetime schedule. The network has plenty of returning shows but has found timeslots for eight new ones. As has become commonplace, several of these new shows will seem a little familiar.
The previously announced Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage (newly titled Young Sheldon spin-off), Matlock (reboot of the 1986-95 legal drama), NCIS: Origins (NCIS prequel), Poppa's House, The Summit, and Watson (based on Sherlock Holmes characters) will be joined by newly ordered Hollywood Squares (reboot of the classic game show). In addition, CBS has ordered Sheriff Country (a Fire Country spin-off) for the 2025-26 season.Read More…...
The previously announced Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage (newly titled Young Sheldon spin-off), Matlock (reboot of the 1986-95 legal drama), NCIS: Origins (NCIS prequel), Poppa's House, The Summit, and Watson (based on Sherlock Holmes characters) will be joined by newly ordered Hollywood Squares (reboot of the classic game show). In addition, CBS has ordered Sheriff Country (a Fire Country spin-off) for the 2025-26 season.Read More…...
- 5/3/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
A deserted road in the middle of the endless expanse of the American outback. Two opponents in hats face each other. Each is ready at a moment's notice to pull the trigger and send the enemy to the next world. Scenes like these take us back to a time when sheriffs and marshals were little different from criminals.
It's hard to imagine something like this in the 21st century, but Justified manages to tell the classic story of the Wild West in modern Kentucky in the most realistic and effective way possible. The premiere took place in 2010 and the finale was shown in 2015, but the series still deserves attention nine years after it ended.
Justified is not put on the same level as recognized masterpieces like The Sopranos or Breaking Bad, although at its best, this grandiose neo-western is no inferior to even the most popular TV series in history.
It's hard to imagine something like this in the 21st century, but Justified manages to tell the classic story of the Wild West in modern Kentucky in the most realistic and effective way possible. The premiere took place in 2010 and the finale was shown in 2015, but the series still deserves attention nine years after it ended.
Justified is not put on the same level as recognized masterpieces like The Sopranos or Breaking Bad, although at its best, this grandiose neo-western is no inferior to even the most popular TV series in history.
- 5/1/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Robert Downey Jr. eyes the Primetime Emmy next after his Oscar win for Best Supporting Actor for Oppenheimer. Downey Jr. plays not one but four roles in the new HBO series, The Sympathizer. While the Dolittle actor surprised fans with his different looks in the trailer of the series, fans were not ready for one scene in the third episode. In this scene, Downey Jr. brought out all four characters in a single sequence, and Sandra Oh hijacked an interview to hear all about it.
Robert Downey Jr. in a still from The Sympathizer
The Iron Man actor’s four characters represent different aspects of the American establishment. These characters include CIA agent Claude, Professor Hammer, auteur filmmaker Niko, and Southern California congressman Ned Godwin.
Robert Downey Jr.’s One Scene In The Sympathizer Was Challenging To Shoot
Robert Downey Jr. and Hoa Xuande in the steakhouse scene in The Sympathizer...
Robert Downey Jr. in a still from The Sympathizer
The Iron Man actor’s four characters represent different aspects of the American establishment. These characters include CIA agent Claude, Professor Hammer, auteur filmmaker Niko, and Southern California congressman Ned Godwin.
Robert Downey Jr.’s One Scene In The Sympathizer Was Challenging To Shoot
Robert Downey Jr. and Hoa Xuande in the steakhouse scene in The Sympathizer...
- 4/29/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Filming on 28 Years Later looks set to start in May, and it sounds as if they’re going to need some very athletic extras.
Things are moving really rather quickly on Danny Boyle’s new film, the belated third entry in the saga that began with 28 Days Later.
The new film – 28 Years Later – is kicking off a fresh trilogy of movies, with Boyle directing the first and Nia DaCosta already confirmed for whatever the second/fourth film in the series turns out to be called.
Alex Garland has returned to pen the screenplay, and casting news on 28 Years Later has been moving ahead. The luring back of Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy was a rather good place to start.
Sony Pictures has picked up the distribution for the trilogy – costing in the region of $75m a film – and it looks as if work it going to begin pretty sharpish.
Things are moving really rather quickly on Danny Boyle’s new film, the belated third entry in the saga that began with 28 Days Later.
The new film – 28 Years Later – is kicking off a fresh trilogy of movies, with Boyle directing the first and Nia DaCosta already confirmed for whatever the second/fourth film in the series turns out to be called.
Alex Garland has returned to pen the screenplay, and casting news on 28 Years Later has been moving ahead. The luring back of Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy was a rather good place to start.
Sony Pictures has picked up the distribution for the trilogy – costing in the region of $75m a film – and it looks as if work it going to begin pretty sharpish.
- 4/29/2024
- by Simon Brew
- Film Stories
Anthony and Joe Russo seem to think that the chapter on Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man is closed after his heroic sacrifice in Avengers: Endgame. When they learned that Downey Jr. hinted at his potential return to the MCU role, they were confused by the idea. The Gray Man directors revealed that they have no clue about how the cinematic universe would bring back the character.
Avengers: Infinity War directors Anthony and Joe Russo were not impressed with the idea of Robert Downey Jr. returning as Iron Man
Fans were particularly disheartened by two of their favorite Marvel directors playing dumb to the concept of multiverse. The Russo brothers also directed the Sherlock Holmes star in Captain America: Civil War and Avengers: Infinity War.
The Russo Brothers Make Fans Unhappy With Comments About Robert Downey Jr.’s MCU Return
Robert Downey Jr.’s final scene in Anthony and Joe...
Avengers: Infinity War directors Anthony and Joe Russo were not impressed with the idea of Robert Downey Jr. returning as Iron Man
Fans were particularly disheartened by two of their favorite Marvel directors playing dumb to the concept of multiverse. The Russo brothers also directed the Sherlock Holmes star in Captain America: Civil War and Avengers: Infinity War.
The Russo Brothers Make Fans Unhappy With Comments About Robert Downey Jr.’s MCU Return
Robert Downey Jr.’s final scene in Anthony and Joe...
- 4/27/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Los Angeles’ iconic seaside diner Patrick’s Roadhouse at the edge of Pacific Palisades may have slung its last hash brown.
Amid a long-term lease negotiation, and after the financial battering of the pandemic, the half-century-old restaurant just off Pacific Coast Highway, known for its bright green exterior and kitsch décor, is attempting to raise $250,000 for back rent and building improvements as it holds discussions with potential new business partners about the possibility of a return.
While off the radar of industry cognoscenti in recent years, it had long been an unpretentious lure for A-listers like Johnny Carson, Sean Penn and Lucille Ball as well as execs including Jeffrey Katzenberg and onetime Paramount Pictures president Ned Tanen. Its most important Hollywood connection, though, may be its namesake: the seasoned character actor Patrick Fischler, son of the original owner Bill Fischler, who has since died.
Patrick Fischler
Fischler, best known for portraying...
Amid a long-term lease negotiation, and after the financial battering of the pandemic, the half-century-old restaurant just off Pacific Coast Highway, known for its bright green exterior and kitsch décor, is attempting to raise $250,000 for back rent and building improvements as it holds discussions with potential new business partners about the possibility of a return.
While off the radar of industry cognoscenti in recent years, it had long been an unpretentious lure for A-listers like Johnny Carson, Sean Penn and Lucille Ball as well as execs including Jeffrey Katzenberg and onetime Paramount Pictures president Ned Tanen. Its most important Hollywood connection, though, may be its namesake: the seasoned character actor Patrick Fischler, son of the original owner Bill Fischler, who has since died.
Patrick Fischler
Fischler, best known for portraying...
- 4/25/2024
- by Gary Baum
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Left to right: Wrath of Man (United Artists), Sherlock Holmes (Warner Bros.), Guy Ritchie (Shutterstock), Lock, Stock, And Two Smoking Barrels (Universal Pictures), The Gentlemen (Miramax)Graphic: The A.V. Club
Guy Ritchie’s two-and-a-half-decade career as a filmmaker has been a bit of a mixed bag, and that’s being generous.
Guy Ritchie’s two-and-a-half-decade career as a filmmaker has been a bit of a mixed bag, and that’s being generous.
- 4/23/2024
- by Cindy White
- avclub.com
Whether you like it or not, Sherlock Holmes is the man “who never lived and will never die.” Ever since being created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in 1887, the iconic detective has been ever-present in popular culture: for 137 years, Sherlock Holmes has been investigating mind-boggling cases, uncovering conspiracies, and catching criminals. And he’s not stopping any time soon, we’ll tell you that much!
Sherlock Holmes Will Be Back on Pages
94 years after Conan Doyle’s death, the author’s descendants recently gave their blessing to writer Gareth Rubin (The Turnglass & The Winter Agent). Rubin will write a new book series about Sherlock Holmes, but this time, it won’t be just the iconic detective under the spotlight: titled Holmes and Moriarty, the new books will give his archnemesis just as much attention and time.
It won’t be the first time that a new author shakes the dust...
Sherlock Holmes Will Be Back on Pages
94 years after Conan Doyle’s death, the author’s descendants recently gave their blessing to writer Gareth Rubin (The Turnglass & The Winter Agent). Rubin will write a new book series about Sherlock Holmes, but this time, it won’t be just the iconic detective under the spotlight: titled Holmes and Moriarty, the new books will give his archnemesis just as much attention and time.
It won’t be the first time that a new author shakes the dust...
- 4/23/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
It has been more than 15 years since Guy Ritchie released his Sherlock Holmes offering with Robert Downey Jr. in the lead role. A lot has changed in the film industry since then, with the 59-year-old becoming a mega star thanks to his pivotal involvement in the MCU.
Now that Downey Jr. has hung up his Iron Man suit, he is interested in making a third offering in the Sherlock Holmes film series. This is reportedly in the pipeline, but it hasn’t been confirmed yet. It has been announced that there will be at least one spinoff series, though, which could be set to reinvigorate the franchise.
Detective Remains at Forefront of Popular Culture
There are rumours that there will be two spinoff series, which are due to be released on HBO Max. This could be a clever move from the streaming service, as the Sherlock Holmes brand is massive in popular culture.
Now that Downey Jr. has hung up his Iron Man suit, he is interested in making a third offering in the Sherlock Holmes film series. This is reportedly in the pipeline, but it hasn’t been confirmed yet. It has been announced that there will be at least one spinoff series, though, which could be set to reinvigorate the franchise.
Detective Remains at Forefront of Popular Culture
There are rumours that there will be two spinoff series, which are due to be released on HBO Max. This could be a clever move from the streaming service, as the Sherlock Holmes brand is massive in popular culture.
- 4/23/2024
- by James Smith
- Nerdly
After renewing 11 scripted shows for 2024-25, CBS has made its first cancellations of the spring.
The network says second-year dramedy So Help Me Todd and drama CSI: Vegas, which is in its third season, won’t return. The two shows were among just a handful of CBS scripted series whose futures were up in the air as of Friday.
CSI: Vegas is averaging about 6.4 million viewers per episode in Nielsen’s seven-day linear ratings, and So Help Me Todd draws about 6.3 million. They’re likely to be the two most watched shows to get the ax this season (not including the pre-announced end for Young Sheldon), but the bar is a bit higher at CBS — which has 12 of the top 15 scripted series since mid-February, when broadcasters rolled out their post-strike lineups — than elsewhere.
The network also has three new dramas on deck for the 2024-25 season in NCIS: Origins, which...
The network says second-year dramedy So Help Me Todd and drama CSI: Vegas, which is in its third season, won’t return. The two shows were among just a handful of CBS scripted series whose futures were up in the air as of Friday.
CSI: Vegas is averaging about 6.4 million viewers per episode in Nielsen’s seven-day linear ratings, and So Help Me Todd draws about 6.3 million. They’re likely to be the two most watched shows to get the ax this season (not including the pre-announced end for Young Sheldon), but the bar is a bit higher at CBS — which has 12 of the top 15 scripted series since mid-February, when broadcasters rolled out their post-strike lineups — than elsewhere.
The network also has three new dramas on deck for the 2024-25 season in NCIS: Origins, which...
- 4/19/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Both “So Help Me Todd” and “CSI: Vegas” have been canceled at CBS, Variety has learned.
“So Help Me Todd” is currently airing its second season at the broadcaster, while “CSI: Vegas” is airing its third. Both shows are scheduled to air their season finales in May, which will now serve as series finales.
The two shows were some of the few CBS shows awaiting words on their fates for next season. The only other CBS shows with pending renewal statuses are “The Equalizer” and “NCIS: Hawai’i.” They are both solid performers, with “So Help Me Todd” averaging 7.7 million viewers an episode in multiplatform Live+35 and “CSI: Vegas” averaging 7.6 million. According to an individual with knowledge of the situation, CBS simply did not have enough room on the schedule to bring them back.
In addition to its many previously announced renewals, CBS already has a number of new shows set to debut next season.
“So Help Me Todd” is currently airing its second season at the broadcaster, while “CSI: Vegas” is airing its third. Both shows are scheduled to air their season finales in May, which will now serve as series finales.
The two shows were some of the few CBS shows awaiting words on their fates for next season. The only other CBS shows with pending renewal statuses are “The Equalizer” and “NCIS: Hawai’i.” They are both solid performers, with “So Help Me Todd” averaging 7.7 million viewers an episode in multiplatform Live+35 and “CSI: Vegas” averaging 7.6 million. According to an individual with knowledge of the situation, CBS simply did not have enough room on the schedule to bring them back.
In addition to its many previously announced renewals, CBS already has a number of new shows set to debut next season.
- 4/19/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Sherlock Holmes is an iconic fictional character from Conan Doyle’s novels that has been adapted into TV shows, games, and movies for decades. While Benedict Cumberbatch’s Sherlock gained popularity in the 2010s, its Jonny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu rendition of the iconic detective duo caught fans’ attention the longest. And it’s not just because Dr. Watson is a woman. Many fans of the intelligent British detective might see this as another gender swap to fit the changing times or meet a quota on set but there is more to this American Dr. Watson in the show Elementary than meets
The post How ‘Elementary’ Gave Us the Best Interpretation of Dr. Watson first appeared on TVovermind.
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- 4/18/2024
- by Isabel k
- TVovermind.com
Sherlock Holmes is one of the most famous fictional characters for book readers and, most recently, entertainment lovers, with a sprinkle of movies and TV shows constantly popping up every couple of years. Holmes is a socially awkward but intelligent detective in Arthur Conan Doyle’s novels written between 1887 and 1915. Over the years, several celebrities have played Holmes, from Benedict Cumberbatch and Henry Cavill to Johnny Lee Miller and Iron Man’s Robert Downey Jr. All these adaptations, while similar, have unique differences that make watching them a new experience despite knowing what to expect. These different takes of the
The post 4 Best Sherlock Holmes Movies and TV Shows first appeared on TVovermind.
The post 4 Best Sherlock Holmes Movies and TV Shows first appeared on TVovermind.
- 4/18/2024
- by Isabel k
- TVovermind.com
Once upon a time … in war-torn London, Winston Churchill found himself face to face with the potential end of England as he knew it. The Blitz was in full effect. Europe was slowly being crushed under Hitler’s boot heels. German U-boats had turned the Atlantic into a graveyard, effectively crippling the Allied war effort. The prime minister needed an effective counterpunch.
So he asked several officials within the nation’s intelligence community, including a naval officer named Ian Fleming, to help recruit soldiers, secret agents, scallywags, and — God help...
So he asked several officials within the nation’s intelligence community, including a naval officer named Ian Fleming, to help recruit soldiers, secret agents, scallywags, and — God help...
- 4/18/2024
- by David Fear
- Rollingstone.com
Henry Cavill leads a ragtag group on an unlikely mission in this shaggy, exaggerated account of Operation Postmaster
Guy Ritchie’s inevitable graduation from London to Hollywood has had its moments – the rambunctious zip of the first Sherlock Holmes, the stylish homoeroticism of The Man from Uncle – but it soon felt as if the once electrifying film-maker had been swallowed up by the system. A middling Sherlock sequel, a pointless King Arthur non-starter and a soulless Aladdin remake seemed like enough to push not just fans away but Ritchie himself. He’s since found a happier medium, making films for a broad, commercial audience with easily marketable stars yet on, what seem like, his own terms, wrestling some control back from the money men.
He’s barely stopped ever since, with five films made over five years and two more slotted into the next, and there is an expectedly solid,...
Guy Ritchie’s inevitable graduation from London to Hollywood has had its moments – the rambunctious zip of the first Sherlock Holmes, the stylish homoeroticism of The Man from Uncle – but it soon felt as if the once electrifying film-maker had been swallowed up by the system. A middling Sherlock sequel, a pointless King Arthur non-starter and a soulless Aladdin remake seemed like enough to push not just fans away but Ritchie himself. He’s since found a happier medium, making films for a broad, commercial audience with easily marketable stars yet on, what seem like, his own terms, wrestling some control back from the money men.
He’s barely stopped ever since, with five films made over five years and two more slotted into the next, and there is an expectedly solid,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Benjamin Lee
- The Guardian - Film News
Stars: Rory Kinnear, Henry Cavill, Freddie Fox, Alan Ritchson, Henry Golding, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Alex Pettyfer, Eiza González, Babs Olusanmokun, Cary Elwes | Written by Paul Tamasy, Eric Johnson, Arash Amel | Directed by Guy Ritchie
Guy Ritchie is back with The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. Based on what is allegedly the first “Black Ops” mission it’s a variation on The Dirty Dozen and all the knock-offs that followed, right up to and including Inglourious Basterds.
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare opens with a boat having just been boarded by several members of the German Navy. As they pour gasoline over the deck, they tell its occupants they have the choice of staying on board and burning to death, or jumping overboard and drowning. For some reason, however, they don’t seem very worried.
From there we jump back 25 days, to Churchill watching newsreel footage about Hitler’s U-boats keeping American troops from entering the war.
Guy Ritchie is back with The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. Based on what is allegedly the first “Black Ops” mission it’s a variation on The Dirty Dozen and all the knock-offs that followed, right up to and including Inglourious Basterds.
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare opens with a boat having just been boarded by several members of the German Navy. As they pour gasoline over the deck, they tell its occupants they have the choice of staying on board and burning to death, or jumping overboard and drowning. For some reason, however, they don’t seem very worried.
From there we jump back 25 days, to Churchill watching newsreel footage about Hitler’s U-boats keeping American troops from entering the war.
- 4/17/2024
- by Jim Morazzini
- Nerdly
Actor Sujay Reu, who portrays Lord Ram in the epic saga ‘Shrimad Ramayan’ shared that playing a character of such a big stature is not easy, adding that one automatically becomes responsible and starts seeing things from different perspectives.
On the auspicious occasion of ‘Ram Navami’, Sujay told Ians: “Ram Navami is very special for me this year because I am currently playing the role of Shri Ram. And this is a very proud thing for me. We will do puja in Umargaon, where we are shooting for the show.”
Sujay, who wants to imbibe Lord Ram’s teachings in his life, shared that it is not easy to portray him on screen, because there cannot be another Shri Ram.
“He is the one and only Maryada Purshottam. As an actor, it is challenging because Shri Ram has experienced every emotion of his life. He has faced difficulties that we can’t even imagine,...
On the auspicious occasion of ‘Ram Navami’, Sujay told Ians: “Ram Navami is very special for me this year because I am currently playing the role of Shri Ram. And this is a very proud thing for me. We will do puja in Umargaon, where we are shooting for the show.”
Sujay, who wants to imbibe Lord Ram’s teachings in his life, shared that it is not easy to portray him on screen, because there cannot be another Shri Ram.
“He is the one and only Maryada Purshottam. As an actor, it is challenging because Shri Ram has experienced every emotion of his life. He has faced difficulties that we can’t even imagine,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Henry Cavill has amassed a rich body of work over the years filled with wacky characters and participating in some well-known franchises. He is among the most well-known British actors of his generation and has played iconic characters such as Superman, the Witcher, Sherlock Holmes, etc.
Henry Cavill as Sherlock Holmes in Enola Holmes
Cavill has had his fair share of struggles during his early days as an actor. In a recent appearance on a talk show, the actor showered praise on the David Beckham documentary on Netflix. He identified with how it shed light on the burden of stardom and the struggles to be among the top British footballers at the time.
Henry Cavill is All Praise for Netflix’s Beckham and Its Uncomfortable Look at Stardom
David Beckham revealed his personal and professional highs and lows in Netflix’s Beckham
Last year’s David Beckham documentary on Netflix,...
Henry Cavill as Sherlock Holmes in Enola Holmes
Cavill has had his fair share of struggles during his early days as an actor. In a recent appearance on a talk show, the actor showered praise on the David Beckham documentary on Netflix. He identified with how it shed light on the burden of stardom and the struggles to be among the top British footballers at the time.
Henry Cavill is All Praise for Netflix’s Beckham and Its Uncomfortable Look at Stardom
David Beckham revealed his personal and professional highs and lows in Netflix’s Beckham
Last year’s David Beckham documentary on Netflix,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Sherlock co-creator and star Mark Gatiss has said he and the team behind the popular detective drama are still interested in adapting the series for the big screen.
Gatiss, who created the show with Steven Moffat, was quizzed on a Sherlock film adaptation last night by Deadline’s Baz Bamigboye on the green carpet at the 2024 Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
“We’d like to make a film but trying to get everyone together is very difficult,” Gatiss told Deadline, adding that if you want a concrete answer on a film you’ll have to “you’ll have to ask Benedict [Cumberbatch] and Martin [Freeman].”
‘The Motive and the Cue’ star Mark Gatiss, nominated for ‘Best Actor’ at the #OlivierAwards, talks about his new TV show ‘Bookish’ and returning to the Sherlock Holmes world pic.twitter.com/fyj4CIXNn7
— Deadline Hollywood (@Deadline) April 14, 2024
Gatiss expressed similar plans to...
Gatiss, who created the show with Steven Moffat, was quizzed on a Sherlock film adaptation last night by Deadline’s Baz Bamigboye on the green carpet at the 2024 Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
“We’d like to make a film but trying to get everyone together is very difficult,” Gatiss told Deadline, adding that if you want a concrete answer on a film you’ll have to “you’ll have to ask Benedict [Cumberbatch] and Martin [Freeman].”
‘The Motive and the Cue’ star Mark Gatiss, nominated for ‘Best Actor’ at the #OlivierAwards, talks about his new TV show ‘Bookish’ and returning to the Sherlock Holmes world pic.twitter.com/fyj4CIXNn7
— Deadline Hollywood (@Deadline) April 14, 2024
Gatiss expressed similar plans to...
- 4/15/2024
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
Imagine your past dark moments in life being used as a joke in front of thousands of people while you sit in the audience unable to do anything.
That’s exactly what happened last month March 10 at the 2024 Oscars which took place at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles.
At the 96th Academy Awards, the host of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Jimmy Kimmel had the honor to host the event but during his opening monologue, Jimmy dropped some very uncomfortable comments about the “Iron Man” Robert Downey Junior’s well-known substance abuse past.
While the actor who was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his outstanding performance as Lewis Strauss in “Oppenheimer” didn’t say anything concerning Jimmy’s jokes, he finally broke his silence in a recent interview with “Esquire” published April 8.
It turns out that although Robert looked uncomfortable at the Oscars during Jimmy’s jokes, he didn’t take it to heart.
That’s exactly what happened last month March 10 at the 2024 Oscars which took place at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles.
At the 96th Academy Awards, the host of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Jimmy Kimmel had the honor to host the event but during his opening monologue, Jimmy dropped some very uncomfortable comments about the “Iron Man” Robert Downey Junior’s well-known substance abuse past.
While the actor who was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his outstanding performance as Lewis Strauss in “Oppenheimer” didn’t say anything concerning Jimmy’s jokes, he finally broke his silence in a recent interview with “Esquire” published April 8.
It turns out that although Robert looked uncomfortable at the Oscars during Jimmy’s jokes, he didn’t take it to heart.
- 4/13/2024
- by Chijioke Chukwuemeka
- Celebrating The Soaps
Tom Hiddleston seems to be on a roll when it comes to the small screen as the popular series The Night Manager recently got renewed for two more seasons. Based on the novel by John le Carré, the BBC series first aired in 2016 and co-starred Hugh Laurie. The show received acclaim from critics and audiences, with Hiddleston even winning a Golden Globe.
Hiddleston was last seen as Loki in the Disney Plus show Loki, which saw its second season. The second and third seasons of The Night Manager reportedly took a long time as they were working on the story with the late writer le Carré and his estate. The renewal of the show eight years after its first season gave many Sherlock fans hopes for a fifth season.
Tom Hiddleston Returns As Jonathan Pine In The Night Manager Seasons 2 And 3 Tom Hiddleston and Hugh Laurie in The Night Manager...
Hiddleston was last seen as Loki in the Disney Plus show Loki, which saw its second season. The second and third seasons of The Night Manager reportedly took a long time as they were working on the story with the late writer le Carré and his estate. The renewal of the show eight years after its first season gave many Sherlock fans hopes for a fifth season.
Tom Hiddleston Returns As Jonathan Pine In The Night Manager Seasons 2 And 3 Tom Hiddleston and Hugh Laurie in The Night Manager...
- 4/12/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Henry Cavill Pokes Fun at His Controversial Justice League Mustache - Main Image
Henry Cavill recently joked about his controversial mustache when he played Superman in the 2017 theatrical version of Justice League.
During the reshoots under the direction of Joss Whedon, Cavill filmed his scenes as the Man of Steel with a mustache as he was also working on Mission: Impossible - Fallout during that time.
Through the use of CGI, the mustache was removed from Cavill's face in the film. However, fans found the final results to be laughable as the VFX work looked too obvious and it became the subject of ridicule ever since.
Also Read: Zack Snyder Reveals Scrapped Plans for Wonder Woman 1854 Movie
Henry Cavill References His Justice League Mustache at CinemaCon
As reported by ComicBookMovie.com, Cavill recently poked fun at his mustache in Justice League while discussing his role in the upcoming remake of Highlander at CinemaCon.
Henry Cavill recently joked about his controversial mustache when he played Superman in the 2017 theatrical version of Justice League.
During the reshoots under the direction of Joss Whedon, Cavill filmed his scenes as the Man of Steel with a mustache as he was also working on Mission: Impossible - Fallout during that time.
Through the use of CGI, the mustache was removed from Cavill's face in the film. However, fans found the final results to be laughable as the VFX work looked too obvious and it became the subject of ridicule ever since.
Also Read: Zack Snyder Reveals Scrapped Plans for Wonder Woman 1854 Movie
Henry Cavill References His Justice League Mustache at CinemaCon
As reported by ComicBookMovie.com, Cavill recently poked fun at his mustache in Justice League while discussing his role in the upcoming remake of Highlander at CinemaCon.
- 4/11/2024
- EpicStream
Henry Cavill is one of the most in-demand actors in the industry. The British star has been the face of numerous franchises, such as the Dceu, where he played Superman, or the demon-slaying Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher series. With every role, Cavill has set the bar higher, especially when it comes to embodying the physical aspects of a character.
The Man of Steel actor will be seen in a new avatar quite soon, playing the role of a spy. It is a full circle moment for Cavill since he lost out to Daniel Craig to play a special character almost two decades ago. However, he is set to play the person who inspired the legendary character.
Cavill to play the character that inspired Ian Fleming (Source: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare)
Henry Cavill is set to play the character that inspired James Bond
Henry Cavill is a very dependable actor,...
The Man of Steel actor will be seen in a new avatar quite soon, playing the role of a spy. It is a full circle moment for Cavill since he lost out to Daniel Craig to play a special character almost two decades ago. However, he is set to play the person who inspired the legendary character.
Cavill to play the character that inspired Ian Fleming (Source: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare)
Henry Cavill is set to play the character that inspired James Bond
Henry Cavill is a very dependable actor,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
When I was in high school, kids wouldn’t shut up about Isaac Asimov, the American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. When he wasn’t molding young minds in the classroom, Asimov was busy becoming one of the “Big Three” science-fiction writers worldwide. Cerebral and scientific, Asimov’s writing teased the brain and tickled the imagination. In 1988, Asimov partnered with Michael Wagner to create the short-lived TV series Probe. Looked upon fondly by those who remember it, Probe lasted for two months before getting yanked from the ABC Network.
In today’s Gone But Not Forgotten, Parker Stevenson joins us to discuss this rare gem of science-fiction entertainment. Stevenson’s presence makes this a special episode of this series, and we thank him for his participation. If you’re a Probe fan, let us know in the comments!
Probe would air on ABC in 1988, with a two-part pilot screening on Monday night,...
In today’s Gone But Not Forgotten, Parker Stevenson joins us to discuss this rare gem of science-fiction entertainment. Stevenson’s presence makes this a special episode of this series, and we thank him for his participation. If you’re a Probe fan, let us know in the comments!
Probe would air on ABC in 1988, with a two-part pilot screening on Monday night,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Robert Downey Jr. is one of the biggest movie stars of our generation. The actor recently won his first Oscar for his role in Christopher Nolan’s monumental 2023 historical drama Oppenheimer. But, despite his many impressive movie roles, Downey Jr. will forever be Iron Man for Marvel fans.
The 59-year-old actor also won fans over after candidly talking about his battle with drug addiction and how he overcame it. However, long before the Iron Man actor was on his road to redemption, he played the role of a drug addict in a forgotten 1987 thriller. Playing the said role catapulted him further into the dark depths of addiction.
Image from “Sr.” | Robert Downey Jr. | Official Trailer | Netflix – YouTube Robert Downey Jr.’s Forgotten 1987 Movie Role Foreshadowed His Dark Future
Robert Downey Jr. who was recently praised by his Home for the Holidays director Jodie Foster, also starred in the 1987 drama film Less Than Zero.
The 59-year-old actor also won fans over after candidly talking about his battle with drug addiction and how he overcame it. However, long before the Iron Man actor was on his road to redemption, he played the role of a drug addict in a forgotten 1987 thriller. Playing the said role catapulted him further into the dark depths of addiction.
Image from “Sr.” | Robert Downey Jr. | Official Trailer | Netflix – YouTube Robert Downey Jr.’s Forgotten 1987 Movie Role Foreshadowed His Dark Future
Robert Downey Jr. who was recently praised by his Home for the Holidays director Jodie Foster, also starred in the 1987 drama film Less Than Zero.
- 4/9/2024
- by Disha Kandpal
- FandomWire
The year is 2003. Robert Downey Jr. had just undergone a court mandated rehab to come out of his crippling drug addiction. His tryst with addiction had been holding his career growth back for quite some time. Fast forward 21 years. He’s a different man.
The Sherlock Holmes star has gone from strength to strength since then. He has won fans’ hearts. He has won the critics over. Winning an Oscar is the cherry (one which is no smaller than the ice cream) on the top. And all of this has been made possible because of one of his trait that even Jodie Foster had to recognize.
Nothing was hunky dory for Robert Downey Jr.
Robert Downey Jr. has one of the most inspiring stories in Hollywood
Robert Downey Jr. has one of the most inspiring stories in Hollywood. Things were looking down and out for the 59-year-old in the early 2000s.
The Sherlock Holmes star has gone from strength to strength since then. He has won fans’ hearts. He has won the critics over. Winning an Oscar is the cherry (one which is no smaller than the ice cream) on the top. And all of this has been made possible because of one of his trait that even Jodie Foster had to recognize.
Nothing was hunky dory for Robert Downey Jr.
Robert Downey Jr. has one of the most inspiring stories in Hollywood
Robert Downey Jr. has one of the most inspiring stories in Hollywood. Things were looking down and out for the 59-year-old in the early 2000s.
- 4/8/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
Marvel is witnessing how big of a hole Robert Downey Jr. left in the MCU when his character heroically died in Avengers: Endgame. Most of the projects post-Endgame show a declining trend in audience interest in the films.
While this is a universal trend across Cbm films now, returning superheroes notably get a more positive reception. Fans have been suggesting that Marvel bring back Downey Jr. as Iron Man for the same reason.
Fans got back their hope after Robert Downey Jr.’s recent tease about Iron Man (credits: The Avengers)
While it was largely believed that the Oppenheimer actor wouldn’t return to the role, especially after his Oscar win, it appears that Downey Jr. would happily accept the Iron Man suit any day. His Avengers co-star has already laid out a plan for the same.
Robert Downey Jr. Just Teased His Iron Man Return
Robert Downey Jr. hints...
While this is a universal trend across Cbm films now, returning superheroes notably get a more positive reception. Fans have been suggesting that Marvel bring back Downey Jr. as Iron Man for the same reason.
Fans got back their hope after Robert Downey Jr.’s recent tease about Iron Man (credits: The Avengers)
While it was largely believed that the Oppenheimer actor wouldn’t return to the role, especially after his Oscar win, it appears that Downey Jr. would happily accept the Iron Man suit any day. His Avengers co-star has already laid out a plan for the same.
Robert Downey Jr. Just Teased His Iron Man Return
Robert Downey Jr. hints...
- 4/8/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Robert Downey Jr. may have recently won his first Oscar for Oppenheimer, but he’s not looking to run from his Marvel past.
In fact, the actor says he’d “happily” return as Tony Stark/Iron Man.
“It’s too integral a part of my DNA,” Downey told Esquire in a new interview. “That role chose me. And look, I always say, never, ever bet against Kevin Feige. It is a losing bet. He’s the house. He will always win.”
Downey’s Iron Man met his fate in 2019’s Avengers: Endgame in what was arguably the most emotionally devastating moment in the 33-film Marvel Cinematic Universe. While Marvel Comics also always played fast and loose with character deaths, regularly killing off heroes and villains for effect, only to quickly bring them back, Marvel Studios boss Feige has previously said he’s rather protective of the moment Iron Man sacrificed himself to defeat Thanos.
In fact, the actor says he’d “happily” return as Tony Stark/Iron Man.
“It’s too integral a part of my DNA,” Downey told Esquire in a new interview. “That role chose me. And look, I always say, never, ever bet against Kevin Feige. It is a losing bet. He’s the house. He will always win.”
Downey’s Iron Man met his fate in 2019’s Avengers: Endgame in what was arguably the most emotionally devastating moment in the 33-film Marvel Cinematic Universe. While Marvel Comics also always played fast and loose with character deaths, regularly killing off heroes and villains for effect, only to quickly bring them back, Marvel Studios boss Feige has previously said he’s rather protective of the moment Iron Man sacrificed himself to defeat Thanos.
- 4/8/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Stan Lee’s favorite DC character could find a place in James Gunn’s Dcu if one director were to helm the film. In the earlier Dceu, reports suggested that Michael Bay was attached to direct a movie featuring the character Lobo. The Transformers director has a knack for creating movies that gamble with absurd characters and produce amazing results. He might be the right fit to handle this character of an intergalactic bounty hunter.
The character of Lobo could still get a solo project in James Gunn’s Dcu
Interestingly, Jason Momoa pitched a solo Lobo film to Gunn during the promotion for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. Momoa became a fan of the minor Superman villain of the ’80s who became popular in the ’90s as a parody of grim and gritty characters who defined comics in that decade.
One Director Could Do Justice To Jason Momoa’s...
The character of Lobo could still get a solo project in James Gunn’s Dcu
Interestingly, Jason Momoa pitched a solo Lobo film to Gunn during the promotion for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. Momoa became a fan of the minor Superman villain of the ’80s who became popular in the ’90s as a parody of grim and gritty characters who defined comics in that decade.
One Director Could Do Justice To Jason Momoa’s...
- 4/8/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Mary Shelley's genre novel landmark Frankenstein is one source material that, like Sherlock Holmes, Dracula or Garfield, filmmakers just can't somehow stay away from. Perhaps it's because the story of a man and his creation offers so many potential thematic choices. Or because actors just love playing the stitched-up result of the doctor's work. In this case, we have writer/director Maggie Gyllenhaal offering up the first looks at Christian Bale as the creature and Jessie Buckley as his chosen Bride. Check out Bale above and the other images below…
From the looks of these, Gyllenhaal (marking her second directorial effort after the Oscar-nominated The Lost Daughter) has certainly put a new spin on the classic story (or more accurately The Bride Of Frankenstein).
Your official synopsis runs as follows: A lonely Frankenstein travels to 1930s Chicago to seek the aid of Dr. Euphonious in creating a companion for himself.
From the looks of these, Gyllenhaal (marking her second directorial effort after the Oscar-nominated The Lost Daughter) has certainly put a new spin on the classic story (or more accurately The Bride Of Frankenstein).
Your official synopsis runs as follows: A lonely Frankenstein travels to 1930s Chicago to seek the aid of Dr. Euphonious in creating a companion for himself.
- 4/4/2024
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
The brash hospital show ER burst onto television screens in 1994 as part of NBC's famed Thursday night lineup and changed the landscape of medical dramas forever -- or at least that's how it seems a few decades on, since the genre arguably hasn't changed much.
What was it about ER that made it such a hit back then, and how did it alter the structure of medical dramas to such an extent that we can see the ripple effect even now?
ER had a gritty, realistic feel that was vastly different than other medical shows of that era and was a perfect storm of dynamic camera work, overlapping storylines, and innovative casting.
The show was shot on 35mm film and seemed more like "real life" than a perfectly lit videotaped sitcom. ER also pioneered the use of Steadicams and long tracking shots outside of movie sets.
This method of...
What was it about ER that made it such a hit back then, and how did it alter the structure of medical dramas to such an extent that we can see the ripple effect even now?
ER had a gritty, realistic feel that was vastly different than other medical shows of that era and was a perfect storm of dynamic camera work, overlapping storylines, and innovative casting.
The show was shot on 35mm film and seemed more like "real life" than a perfectly lit videotaped sitcom. ER also pioneered the use of Steadicams and long tracking shots outside of movie sets.
This method of...
- 4/4/2024
- by Paullette Gaudet
- TVfanatic
When The Infinity Saga came to its end in 2019, fans couldn’t help but long to see more of Iron Man, a character played by Robert Downey Jr. That would be the last they would see of Tony Stark – a genius, billionaire, playboy philanthropist, and The Man. But that wasn’t the last they would see of the Sherlock Holmes star. Rdj continues to enthrall his fans, giving us blockbusters like Oppenheimer. And his penchant continues, with his new series, The Sympathizer ready to enthrall fans left, right, and center.
Robert Downey Jr. is all set to steal the spotlight
Robert Downey Jr. is all set to steal the show with The Sympathizer
Robert Downey Jr. is all set for his role in The Sympathizer, a series by HBO and A24. Also an executive producer on the show, he couldn’t be more excited for the chance to make his...
Robert Downey Jr. is all set to steal the spotlight
Robert Downey Jr. is all set to steal the show with The Sympathizer
Robert Downey Jr. is all set for his role in The Sympathizer, a series by HBO and A24. Also an executive producer on the show, he couldn’t be more excited for the chance to make his...
- 4/4/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
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