Hulu Orders Animated Comedy Starring Nicholas HoultSeptember 27, 2018Hulu has greenlit a 10-episode order of Crossing Swords, a new animated comedy series from the Emmy Award winning Robot Chicken executive producers John Harvatine IV and Tom Root. The series from Stoopid Buddy Stoodios is set to premiere as part of the Hulu Originals slate in 2020.
Michael Bublé Announces New AlbumSeptember 27, 2018Global superstar Michael Bublé is scheduled to release (pronounced love) as his first studio album in two years on November 16th following a two year break from public life to spend time with his family. The announcement was officially confirmed by Reprise Records who will be releasing the multi-Grammy Award winning artist's 8th album for the label and his most romantic record to date.
Cartoon Network and Microsoft Partner for MINECONSeptember 27, 2018Following the highly successful creative collaboration and the release of the original Minecraft episode for Adventure Time earlier this year, Cartoon Network and Microsoft are expanding their content partnership with a livestream event of MINECON Earth, Minecraft's worldwide celebration of all things Minecraft, on the Cartoon Network YouTube channel Saturday, Sept. 29, beginning with the pre-show at 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m. PT.
Global Study Reveals Why Live Music Is One Of The Most Powerful Human ExperiencesSeptember 27, 2018Live Nation, the world's leading live entertainment company released findings today from The Power of Live, a global study that captured trends and behaviors of 22,500 live music fans, from 11 countries, ranging ages 13 to 65. Conducted in partnership with research agency Culture Co-op, the findings revealed that in today's digital age, live music is more necessary than ever and creates the ultimate human connection.
Fathom Events to Show DOCTOR WHO Season Premiere Event in Theaters NationwideSeptember 27, 2018 BBC Studios Americas in partnership with Fathom Events, is bringing the Thirteenth Doctor to theaters nationwide on October 10 and 11, and screening the feature-length premiere of The Woman Who Fell to Earth, the first episode of the all-new series of BBC AMERICA's Doctor Who. The two-night theatrical event will also include special never-before-seen bonus content surrounding the making of the hit show.
Channel 4 Acquires CHARMED, HAPPY TOGETHER, THE GOOD FIGHT From CBSSeptember 27, 2018Channel 4 and CBS Studios International have today announced an exclusive agreement for titles from CBS' new autumn slate, along with extending the rights to further seasons of the CBS All Access drama The Good Fight, and a roster of contemporary and classic television series.
SuncéBeat Festival to Include Kerri Chandler, David Morales, Kenny Dope & Joey NegroSeptember 27, 2018Set to return to Croatia's picturesque setting of The Garden in Tisno next 24 - 31st July, SuncéBeat have delivered the first phase of names for their special 10th anniversary edition. An array of iconic artists across the past and present of house, techno, disco, and soul will be in attendance, with the likes of Kerri Chandler, David Morales, Kenny Dope, and Joey Negro all confirmed to take the helm across the course of the week-long festival.
2018 International Emmy Awards Nominees AnnouncedSeptember 27, 2018Nominations for the 2018 International Emmy ® Awards were announced today by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. There are 44 Nominees across 11 categories and 20 countries. The full list of Nominees follows this release. Winners will be announced at a black-tie Ceremony on November 19, 2018 at the Hilton New York Hotel.
Comedy Central to Premiere A PRESIDENT SHOW DOCUMENTARY: THE FALL OF DONALD TRUMPSeptember 27, 2018He's The President, can you believe it?! The White House today announced that the team from The President Show is back with an all-new special on Comedy Central. Set in the year 2030, the special looks back at the last days of the Trump Administration through the eyes of its key members. Creator, Executive Producer, Star and Commander in Chief himself, Anthony Atamanuik, returns as President Donald Trump and the following guest stars are also back to reprise their roles as cabinet members: Peter Grosz as Trump's sidekick, Vice President Mike Pence, Kathy Griffin as Kellyanne Conway, Mario Cantone as Anthony Scaramucci, Adam Pally as Donald Trump Jr. and John Gemberling as Steve Bannon. Stephanie March will make her debut as Trump's favorite daughter, Ivanka Trump. A President Show Documentary: The Fall Of Donald Trump will debut on Monday, October 22 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT.
OUTRAGEOUS ACTS OF SCIENCE Returns to Science Channel on October 17thSeptember 27, 2018OUTRAGEOUS ACTS OF SCIENCE is back for more fun and mind-blowing mayhem as a new season is set to launch. The Science Channel fan favorite puts the spotlight on the web's most ingenious, funniest, daring, outrageous and bizarre clips, while the world's best science experts try to explain exactly what is happening! The new season premieres Wednesday, October 17 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS to Honor Aretha Franklin with Special TributeSeptember 27, 2018Dick clark productions and ABC announced an all-star lineup of soul and gospel legends who will come together to pay homage to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, at the "2018 American Music Awards." Gladys Knight, Ledisi, Mary Mary, Donnie McClurkin and CeCe Winans, friends of the late, luminary singer/songwriter, will take the AMAs stage for a moving tribute honoring Franklin's gospel roots and iconic gospel album, "Amazing Grace." Consulting producer for the tribute is the Emmy Award®-winning music director, composer and producer Rickey Minor. Hosted by Tracee Ellis Ross, the "2018 American Music Awards," the world's largest fan-voted awards show, will broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at 8:00 p.m. EDT, on ABC.
HBO Documentary Films Acquires U.S. TV Rights to THE COLD BLUESeptember 27, 2018HBO Documentary Films has acquired U.S. TV rights to THE COLD BLUE from Paul G. Allen's Vulcan Productions. Directed by Erik Nelson (“Dreams with Sharp Teeth,” “A Gray State”), the film takes an inside look at the daily life of men of the Eighth Air Force, who flew mission after deadly mission in World War II. The film features newly restored 4K footage and outtakes, shot by director William Wyler (Oscar® winner for “The Best Years of Our Lives,” “Ben-Hur” and “Mrs. Miniver”) for his 1944 documentary “The Memphis Belle: A Story of a Flying Fortress.”
Damian Lewis to Receive Britannia Award for Excellence in TelevisionSeptember 27, 2018The British Academy of Film and Television Arts Los Angeles (BAFTA Los Angeles) is pleased to announce that British actor and producer Damian Lewis will receive the Britannia Award for Excellence in Television at the 2018 British Academy Britannia Awards.
Fleet Foxes Share 'Isles'September 27, 2018Fleet Foxes recently announced a special limited-edition collection to mark the 10th anniversary of their debut album, entitled First Collection 2006 – 2009, to be released by Nonesuch in Europe and Sub Pop for the rest of the world on November 9, 2018. Today, the band have shared their song “Isles,” originally released in 2008 as the b-side to the UK 7” single for “White Winter Hymnal”. As-yet-unreleased in any form outside of the UK and Europe, “Isles” is included on the B-Sides and Rarities 10” or CD.