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Julie Andrews Will Likely Not Appear in Third PRINCESS DIARIES Film Photo Julie Andrews Will Likely Not Appear in Third PRINCESS DIARIES Film
by Stephi Wild - December 12, 2022

The Princess Diaries will make a return, but Julie Andrews most likely will not appear. In a recent interview, the iconic actress revealed that she's unlikely to reprise her role of Queen Clarisse Renaldi in the upcoming third film in the series....


TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sets Digital, DVD & Blu-Ray Release Photo TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sets Digital, DVD & Blu-Ray Release
by Michael Major - January 09, 2024

The dazzling new talent lending their voices to the franchise include Grammy nominee Camila Cabello (Cinderella), Eric André (Sing 2), Emmy Award winner Amy Schumer (Trainwreck), Grammy winner and Tony nominee Andrew Rannells (The Book of Mormon), Golden Globe nominee Troye Sivan (“The Idol”), Gramm...


Guy Fieri Announces GUYS CHANCE OF A LIFETIME Food Network Series Photo Guy Fieri Announces GUYS CHANCE OF A LIFETIME Food Network Series
by Michael Major - November 23, 2021

Guy Fieri is expanding his successful restaurant empire and is searching for one talented food entrepreneur to run their own Chicken Guy! franchise on this new Food Network series. Over the course of the six hour-long episodes, there is unexpected drama and a surprising turn of events when one of th...


HALLOWEEN H20: 20 YEARS LATER Sets Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD SteelBook Photo HALLOWEEN H20: 20 YEARS LATER Sets Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD SteelBook
by Michael Major - August 01, 2023

Directed by Steve Miner and written by Debra Hill, John Carpenter, and Robert Zappia, HALLOWEEN H20: 20 YEARS LATER features a sensational supporting cast, including Josh Hartnett (in his feature film debut), Michelle Williams, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Adam Arkin, LL Cool J, and horror icon (and mother...


VIDEO: Peacock Shares THE BEST MAN: THE FINAL CHAPTERS Official Teaser Photo VIDEO: Peacock Shares THE BEST MAN: THE FINAL CHAPTERS Official Teaser
by Michael Major - October 31, 2022

The video teaser premiered exclusively at Urbanworld Film Festival where the original The Best Man film premiered in 1999, a full circle moment for the franchise. Based upon the film franchise by Malcolm D. Lee, The series stars Morris Chestnut, Melissa De Sousa, Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Terrence Ho...


SEX & THE CITY Immersive Experience to Open in New York City Photo SEX & THE CITY Immersive Experience to Open in New York City
by Michael Major - May 25, 2023

Max has announced the upcoming launch of 'And Just Like That…It’s Been 25 Years, A Sex and the City Experience,' a four-day celebration of the iconic franchise's 25th anniversary and the highly-anticipated season two premiere of Max Original “And Just Like That…, set to take place at 477 Broadway in...


James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group Photo James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 22, 2023

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Group has announced the upcoming appointment of ex-Harry Potter Chief Creative Officer, James McKnight, as its new Chief Executive Officer....


FOX Acquires Iconic Animated Franchise GUMBY Photo FOX Acquires Iconic Animated Franchise GUMBY
by Michael Major - February 08, 2022

FOX Entertainment has obtained all rights to the popular franchise, including film, television and streaming, consumer products, licensing, publishing and all other categories.  In addition, FOX has acquired the full library of Gumby animated series, specials, movies and content, which will expand T...


VIDEO: Clayton Echard Talks Being THE BACHELOR Photo VIDEO: Clayton Echard Talks Being THE BACHELOR
by Michael Major - January 03, 2022

Clayton Echard appeared on Good Morning America this morning to discuss being named as the new Bachelor on the new season of ABC's hit reality series. Elchard, who was previously sent home on the Bachelorette, spoke to Lara Spencer about tonight's premiere....


TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Will Be Available to Own or Rent on Digital Tomorrow Photo TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Will Be Available to Own or Rent on Digital Tomorrow
by Michael Major - December 18, 2023

Starring returning voice talent and Academy Award® nominees Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect) and Justin Timberlake (The Social Network), alongside Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Zooey Deschanel (“New Girl”), Christopher Mintz-Plasse (How to Train Your Dragon Franchise), Icona Pop duo Aino Jawo and Car...


Photos: Jamie Lee Curtis, Sheryl Lee Ralph & Henry Winkler Attend 2022 Vulture Festiv Photo Photos: Jamie Lee Curtis, Sheryl Lee Ralph & Henry Winkler Attend 2022 Vulture Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - November 13, 2022

On Saturday, November 12th at the Hollywood Roosevelt, Vulture hosted its annual pop-culture extravaganza, Vulture Festival, for the ninth year in a row with a day full of an incredible array of actors in conversation, screenings, sing-alongs, and unique surprises that only Vulture can provide. Chec...


VIDEO: RuPaul's Drag Race Channels MOULIN ROUGE! in Rusical Challenge Photo VIDEO: RuPaul's Drag Race Channels MOULIN ROUGE! in Rusical Challenge
by Nicole Rosky - March 28, 2022

On Friday night's episode of RuPaul's Drag Race, the seven remaining contestants of Season 14 took part in one of the most beloved challenges of the franchise- the Rusical. This season, the queens gave a show-stopping performance of Moulin Ru- inspired of course, by the Tony-winning Moulin Rouge! th...


VIDEO: Watch the HALLOWEEN ENDS 'Jamie's Journey' Featurette Photo VIDEO: Watch the HALLOWEEN ENDS 'Jamie's Journey' Featurette
by Michael Major - October 03, 2022

The journey of Laurie Strode ENDS. Watch and share the new featurette ‘Jamie’s Journey' starring Jamie Lee Curtis. Halloween Ends co-stars returning cast Will Patton as Officer Frank Hawkins, Kyle Richards as Lindsey Wallace and James Jude Courtney as The Shape. Watch the new featurette now!...


Video: BUMPER IN BERLIN Showrunner Megan Amram Reveals What a PITCH PERFECT Musical W Photo Video: BUMPER IN BERLIN Showrunner Megan Amram Reveals What a PITCH PERFECT Musical Would Be Like
by Michael Major - November 22, 2022

Megan Amram serves as showrunner, writer, and executive producer for Peacock's new Pitch Perfect spinoff series, Bumper In Berlin. BroadwayWorld caught up with Amram to discuss the new series and she revealed what she thought a Pitch Perfect Broadway musical would look like. Watch the new video inte...


James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group Photo James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 22, 2023

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Group has announced the upcoming appointment of ex-Harry Potter Chief Creative Officer, James McKnight, as its new Chief Executive Officer....


Review: SPECTRE IN CONCERT, Royal Albert Hall Photo Review: SPECTRE IN CONCERT, Royal Albert Hall
by Debbie Gilpin - November 21, 2022

“The dead are alive.” Even the film’s title is redolent of a haunting presence - although hardened Bond fans will know the true significance of this word....


VIDEO: Peacock Drops PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN Trailer Photo VIDEO: Peacock Drops PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN Trailer
by Michael Major - November 02, 2022

Peacock has released the video trailer for their new musical comedy series, PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN. In the new Pitch Perfect spinoff series for Peacock, starring Sarah Hyland, Jameela Jamil, and more. Plus, listen to the first single from the series' upcoming soundtrack!...


James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group Photo James McKnight Appointed as CEO of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 22, 2023

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Group has announced the upcoming appointment of ex-Harry Potter Chief Creative Officer, James McKnight, as its new Chief Executive Officer....


Netflix to Release RESIDENT EVIL Soundtrack By Gregory Reveret Featuring New Song by Photo Netflix to Release RESIDENT EVIL Soundtrack By Gregory Reveret Featuring New Song by deadmau5 & Skylar Grey
by Michael Major - July 08, 2022

Milan Records announces the release of RESIDENT EVIL (SOUNDTRACK FROM THE NETFLIX SERIES) with music by composer GREGORY REVERET. The album features score music written by Reveret for Netflix’s Resident Evil, the live-action series of the franchise. The soundtrack also features deadmau5, Skylar Grey...


Photos: Jamie Lee Curtis, Sheryl Lee Ralph & Henry Winkler Attend 2022 Vulture Festiv Photo Photos: Jamie Lee Curtis, Sheryl Lee Ralph & Henry Winkler Attend 2022 Vulture Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - November 13, 2022

On Saturday, November 12th at the Hollywood Roosevelt, Vulture hosted its annual pop-culture extravaganza, Vulture Festival, for the ninth year in a row with a day full of an incredible array of actors in conversation, screenings, sing-alongs, and unique surprises that only Vulture can provide. Chec...


LL Cool J to Join NCIS: HAWAI'I as Recurring Guest Star Photo LL Cool J to Join NCIS: HAWAI'I as Recurring Guest Star
by Michael Major - May 24, 2023

LL COOL J will join the series as a recurring guest star in the upcoming third season of NCIS: HAWAI’I. NCIS: HAWAI’I stars Vanessa Lachey, Alex Tarrant, Noah Mills, Yasmine Al-Bustami, Jason Antoon and Tori Anderson. Watch a video clip now!...


Photo: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint & Emma Watson Reunite for HARRY POTTER Annivers Photo Photo: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint & Emma Watson Reunite for HARRY POTTER Anniversary Special
by Michael Major - December 09, 2021

Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts will also feature other film alumni joining the memorable tribute, including Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes, Jason Isaacs, Gary Oldman, Tom Felton, James Phelps, Oliver Phelps, Mark Williams, Bonnie Wright, Alfred Enoch, Matthew...


Tamra Judge to Return to THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ORANGE COUNTY Photo Tamra Judge to Return to THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ORANGE COUNTY
by Michael Major - July 21, 2022

Judge appeared on a new episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen to share the news. Judge originally joined the franchise for its third season in 2007, and appeared in a full time capacity for 12 seasons before being let go from the series in 2020. The show's 16th season featured Heather D...


VIDEO: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF MIAMI Mid-Season 5 Trailer Photo VIDEO: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF MIAMI Mid-Season 5 Trailer
by Michael Major - January 11, 2023

Peacock has debuted the mid-season five trailer for The Real Housewivs of Miami. The season five cast includes returning Housewives Guerdy Abraira, Lisa Hochstein, Julia Lemigova, Dr. Nicole Martin, Alexia Nepola and Larsa Pippen. Friends Kiki Barth, Adriana de Moura and Marysol Patton are also feat...


VIDEO: Watch a New SCREAM VI Big Game Spot Trailer Photo VIDEO: Watch a New SCREAM VI Big Game Spot Trailer
by Michael Major - February 08, 2023

In Scream VI, Melissa Barrera ('Sam Carpenter'), Jasmin Savoy Brown ('Mindy Meeks-Martin'), Mason Gooding ('Chad Meeks-Martin'), Jenna Ortega ('Tara Carpenter'), Hayden Panettiere ('Kirby Reed'), and Courtney Cox ('Gale Weathers') return to their roles in the franchise. Watch he new video promo now!...






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