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The Franchise follows the crew of an unloved franchise movie fighting for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe. The comedy series shines a light on the secret chaos inside the world of superhero moviemaking, to ask the question — how exactly does the cinematic sausage get made? Because every f*ck-up has an origin story. 

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BWW Review: FRIENDSICAL, Worthing Pavilion Theatre Photo BWW Review: FRIENDSICAL, Worthing Pavilion Theatre
by Fiona Scott - October 05, 2019

It's been 25 years since a certain coffee shop-loving troupe appeared on our TV screens. FRIENDSICAL: A Parody Musical About Friends, written and directed by Miranda Larson, is a love letter to that sitcom series so many know and love. After debuting at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival, it is m...


Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga to Reprise Roles in Third ANNABELLE Movie Photo Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga to Reprise Roles in Third ANNABELLE Movie
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 16, 2018

Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga have signed on to reprise their roles in the 'The Conjuring' spinoff, according to Variety....


E!'s Long-Running Franchise FASHION POLICE to Say Farewell with Finale Special, 11/27 Photo E!'s Long-Running Franchise FASHION POLICE to Say Farewell with Finale Special, 11/27
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017

After more than two decades of countless laughs and unforgettable moments, E!'s iconic comedy franchise, produced by Wilshire Studios, will sign off to 'Joan Rangers' one last time when FASHION POLICE: The Farewell' series finale special airs Monday, November 27th at 8:00p ET/PT....


East Coast Wings + Grill Unveils Refreshed & Elevated Menu Photo East Coast Wings + Grill Unveils Refreshed & Elevated Menu
by Marina Kennedy - May 08, 2018

East Coast Wings + Grill, a growing family-dining franchise acclaimed for its wide variety of nationally award-winning buffalo wing flavors, has unveiled a refreshed menu featuring a new look and fan-favorite food items that are now here to stay....


S.J. Clarkson Announced As the First Female Director of the STAR TREK Franchise, Set Photo S.J. Clarkson Announced As the First Female Director of the STAR TREK Franchise, Set to Direct STAR TREK 4
by Macon Prickett - April 27, 2018

According to Variety, S.J. Clarkson has been tapped to direct “Star Trek 4,” making her the first female to helm a film in the “Star Trek” franchise....


Reboot of CELEBRITY DEATHMATCH Starring Ice Cube in the Works at MTV Studios Photo Reboot of CELEBRITY DEATHMATCH Starring Ice Cube in the Works at MTV Studios
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 05, 2018

Deadline reports that MTV Studios will revive classic MTV series Celebrity Deathmatch. They will develop a reimagined version of the claymation cult-favorite stop-motion satire that skewered celebrities, politicians and everyone in between during its famed original run, with Ice Cube attached to sta...


THE LAST JEDI Sequence Prompts Movie Theater Confusion Photo THE LAST JEDI Sequence Prompts Movie Theater Confusion
by A.A. Cristi - December 26, 2017

A sound sequence in the current Star Wars sequel, The Last Jedi, is leaving some moviegoers confused. Due to the confusion, some movie theaters have begun posting advanced warnings about the effect, to better inform eager fans about the effect....


Photo Flash: AMC Reveals First Look at Third Series in THE WALKING DEAD Universe Photo Photo Flash: AMC Reveals First Look at Third Series in THE WALKING DEAD Universe
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 03, 2019

AMC released today first-look images from the upcoming third series in The Walking Dead Universe. The series will make its panel debut at New York Comic Con this Saturday, October 5 at 11:30am, with participants including Co-Creators Scott M. Gimple and Showrunner Matt Negrete, along with cast membe...


Joe Budden and Cyn Santana Return to VH1's LOVE & HIP HOP: NEW YORK Photo Joe Budden and Cyn Santana Return to VH1's LOVE & HIP HOP: NEW YORK
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 27, 2018

After a four year hiatus, fan favorites Joe Budden and Cyn Santana return to VH1's 'Love & Hip Hop: New York' on Monday, November 26 at 8:00PM ET/PT. The new 'it' couple star alongside several newcomers and series vets who are climbing their way to the top in the city that never sleeps. VH1's 'Love ...


East Coast Wings + Grill Announces New Menu Items for Fall Photo East Coast Wings + Grill Announces New Menu Items for Fall
by Marina Kennedy - October 06, 2018

The top priority for East Coast Wings + Grill (ECW+G), a full-service restaurant franchise, is its food originality and guest input. ECW+G delivers on this promise by paying close attention to the changing taste buds of its guests and holds twice-monthly focus groups to test new menu items. The resu...


Rams v Falcons Set for NBC's NFL WILD CARD GAME, Today Photo Rams v Falcons Set for NBC's NFL WILD CARD GAME, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2018

NBC's coverage of the NFL Playoffs begins this Today, Jan. 6, in primetime, as Todd Gurley and the NFC West champion Los Angeles Rams (11-5) host Matt Ryan and the defending NFC champion Atlanta Falcons (NFC South, 10-6) at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum....


Jason Reitman To Attend Ghostbusters Fan Fest Presented by Wizard World Photo Jason Reitman To Attend Ghostbusters Fan Fest Presented by Wizard World
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 10, 2019

As fans get ready for a new chapter of the Ghostbusters universe, attendees of the first-ever Ghostbusters Fan Fest, presented by Wizard World, will hear from Jason Reitman, the director and co-writer (with Gil Kenan) of Sony Pictures' upcoming 2020 Ghostbusters film, on the famed Sony Pictures Stud...


Oscar Winning Director Danny Boyle Confirms He Is Directing BOND 25 Photo Oscar Winning Director Danny Boyle Confirms He Is Directing BOND 25
by Macon Prickett - March 15, 2018

According to Variety,  Slumdog Millionaire director Danny Boyle has confirmed that he's working on the next James Bond movie. The filmmaker made the admission to Metro New York on Wednesday night at a special screening in New York of his new FX series “Trust.”...


James Gunn in Talks to Write SUICIDE SQUAD 2 Photo James Gunn in Talks to Write SUICIDE SQUAD 2
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 09, 2018

James Gunn, who directed 'Guardians of the Galaxy,” is in talks to write the DC and Warner Bros 'Suicide Squad' sequel, according to Variety....


Unicorns Unplugged Cabaret to Presents 2018 Broadway Bares: Game Night Fundraiser Photo Unicorns Unplugged Cabaret to Presents 2018 Broadway Bares: Game Night Fundraiser
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2018

The Unicorns Unplugged cabaret, hosted by Geoffrey "Mr. Wonderful" Hemingway, will feature MFF staff members screlting their hearts out in the name of a great cause. ...


MTV To Expand TRL, Adding Morning and Night Pieces By Summer Photo MTV To Expand TRL, Adding Morning and Night Pieces By Summer
by Tori Hartshorn - March 15, 2018

MTV To Expand TRL, Adding Morning and Night Pieces By Summer...


VH1 and reVolver Podcasts Team Up to Launch LOVE & HIP HOP: THE TEA Photo VH1 and reVolver Podcasts Team Up to Launch LOVE & HIP HOP: THE TEA
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 27, 2018

VH1 and reVolver Podcasts have teamed up to launch Love & Hip Hop: The Tea, the official podcast for VH1's powerhouse 'Love & Hip Hop' franchise. Launching Monday, November 26th immediately following the season premiere of 'Love & Hip Hop: New York' at 8PM ET/PT, Love & Hip Hop: The Tea will feature...


BWW Review: TERMINATOR THE MUSICAL Irreverently Parodies The Sci-Fi Classic in Austin Photo BWW Review: TERMINATOR THE MUSICAL Irreverently Parodies The Sci-Fi Classic in Austin, Tx
by Amy Tarver - May 18, 2019

Appropriately playing at Fallout Theatre's historically comedic stage, TERMINATOR: THE MUSICAL parodies Arnold Schwarzenegger's hit 1984 and 1991 films, The Terminator and T2: Judgement Day. The film features a time travelling robot, who has travelled from 2029 to 1984 in order to kill Sarah Connor ...


VIDEO: Lionsgate Releases New Trailer for TYLER PERRY'S A MADEA FAMILY FUNERAL Photo VIDEO: Lionsgate Releases New Trailer for TYLER PERRY'S A MADEA FAMILY FUNERAL
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 30, 2019

Lionsgate has released a new trailer for Tyler Perry's A Madea Family Funeral. The film stars Cassi Davis, Patrice Lovely and Tyler Perry. The film is set to arrive in theaters on March 1....


New Season of AMERICAN HORROR STORY Will Be Set '18 Months From Today' Photo New Season of AMERICAN HORROR STORY Will Be Set '18 Months From Today'
by Stephi Wild - April 07, 2018

According to Deadline, Ryan Murphy has confirmed at an event that the next season of American Horror Story will take place '18 months from today.' Murphy also revealed that Evan Peters will play a hair stylist and Joan Collins will play his grandmother....


HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN Will Play at Walmart AMP Photo HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN Will Play at Walmart AMP
by Alan Henry - June 05, 2019

Take a trip to the Wizarding World as Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert will play at the Walmart AMP Oct. 12....


Aykroyd, Reitman, Hudson To Attend GHOSTBUSTERS Fan Fest Presented By Wizard World, J Photo Aykroyd, Reitman, Hudson To Attend GHOSTBUSTERS Fan Fest Presented By Wizard World, June 7-8
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 19, 2019

Are you troubled by strange noises in the middle of the night? Do you experience feelings of dread in your basement or attic? Have you or your family ever seen a spook, specter or ghost? Well, if you have, Ghostbusters fans, get ready for mass hysteria! Tickets go on sale today for the first-ever Gh...


ABC Renews Marvel's AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D. For Sixth Season Photo ABC Renews Marvel's AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D. For Sixth Season
by Macon Prickett - May 14, 2018

ABC has given a Season 6 order to Marvel's Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D....


Amazon Music & Prime Video Celebrates STAR WARS This May 4 Photo Amazon Music & Prime Video Celebrates STAR WARS This May 4
by Macon Prickett - May 01, 2018

For Star Wars fans around the world, May the 4th brings the same set of age-old choices: Blaster or Lightsaber? Jedi or Sith? Empire or Rebel Alliance? To add to the list of options faced by Star Wars fanatics throughout the U.S., we're revealing a few additional fan debates based on top engagement ...


Shudder Teams with Terror Films For HELL HOUSE LLC III: LAKE OF FIRE Photo Shudder Teams with Terror Films For HELL HOUSE LLC III: LAKE OF FIRE
by Tori Hartshorn - May 03, 2019

Pack your bags for another terrifying stay at the infernal Abaddon Hotel. HELL HOUSE LLC III: LAKE OF FIRE, the third installment in the hit found-footage horror franchise, has started production as of May 1 and will premiere exclusively on Shudder later this year....






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