Ben Barnz

John Benjamin Hickey to Lead Amazon MGM Pilot BAND
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024

According to reports, Tony Award-winning actor John Benjamin Hickey will be starring in a pilot for a new series from Amazon MGM Studios called Band. The series comes from real-life couple Daniel and Ben Barnz who previously helmed the Max series Genera+ion.

HBO Max's GENERA+ION Returns June 17
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021

These eight new episodes complete the sixteen-episode first season. GENERA+ION is a dark yet playful half-hour series following a diverse group of high school students whose exploration of modern sexuality (devices and all) tests deeply entrenched beliefs about life, love and the nature of family in their conservative community.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for HBO Max Dramedy GENERATION
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 11, 2021

An additional eight episodes comprising the second half of the season will debut later this year. GENERA+ION is a dark yet playful half-hour series following a diverse group of high school students whose exploration of modern sexuality (devices and all) tests deeply entrenched beliefs about life, love and the nature of family in their conservative community.

HBO Max Greenlights GENERATION to Series
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 5, 2019

 HBO Max has greenlit the half-hour dramedy, Generation, which marks the streamer's first pilot to get a full series order. The series is created by 18-year old Zelda Barnz and her father Daniel Barnz who also directs. Executive produced by Lena Dunham and Ben Barnz, Generation is a dark yet playful half-hour following a group of high school students whose exploration of modern sexuality (devices and all) tests deeply entrenched beliefs about life, love and the nature of family in their conservative community.

HBO Max Orders Three New Pilots, Including PRACTICAL MAGIC Prequel
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 20, 2019

According to Variety, HBO Max has given a pilot order to three brand new series: 'Generation,' 'Red Bird Lane,' and 'Rules of Magic.' The latter is based on Alice Hoffman's novel--it is a prequel to 'Practical Magic,' which was adapted for film in the late nineties. 

Ramon Rodriguez To Star in PRISM on NBC
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 20, 2019

Ramon Rodriguez is set to star opposite Malin Akerman in NBC's legal drama pilot Prism, according to Deadline.

Malin Akerman to NBC's Legal Drama Pilot PRISM
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 8, 2019

Malin Akerman will star in the NBC legal drama pilot Prism, according to Deadline. The pilot hails from Daniel and Ben Barnz's We're Not Brothers Productions, Carol Mendelsohn and Julie Weitz.

NBC Orders Drama Pilots from Dean Georgaris and Daniel Barnz
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 10, 2019

NBC has given out pilot orders to two drama projects, “Bluff City Law' and 'Prism,' according to Variety. Both orders are for the 2019-2020 season.

VIDEO: Jennifer Aniston Talks New Dramatic Role in CAKE
by - Jan 21, 2015

Jennifer Aniston stopped by this morning's GMA to discuss her latest role in the drama CAKE in which she portrays Claire, a woman suffering from chronic pain. Says the actress, "I felt like I went to back to class."

VIDEO: Jennifer Aniston Talks Recent Oscar Snub for Starring Role in CAKE
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 19, 2015

Jennifer Aniston recently discussed the news that she was not recognized for an Academy Award nominations as Best Actress for her critically acclaimed role in new drama 'Cake.'

VIDEO: First Trailer for CAKE, Starring Jennifer Aniston & Anna Kendrick
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 25, 2014

Written by Patrick Tobin, CAKE stars Jennifer Aniston as the acerbic, hilarious Claire Simmons, who becomes fascinated by the suicide of Nina, a woman in her chronic pain support group. As she uncovers The Details of Nina's suicide and develops a poignant relationship with Nina's husband, Claire also grapples with her own very raw personal tragedy. The first trailer for the film has just been released - check it out below!

Photo Coverage: A Birds Eye View of CAKE's TIFF Red Carpet
by Walter McBride - Sep 24, 2014

The Toronto International Film Festival recently wrapped up, showcasing a total of 393 films and 143 world premieres. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the red carpet arrivals for CAKE.

Photo Coverage: Anna Kendrick, Jennifer Aniston, and More Attend CAKE Photo Call at TIFF
by Walter McBride - Sep 13, 2014

The Toronto International Film Festival is in full swing, continuing through September 14, 2014. A total of 393 films are scheduled to be shown, including 143 world premieres. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the TIFF photo call for CAKE.

Photo Coverage: On the TIFF Red Carpet for CAKE, Starring Anna Kendrick
by Walter McBride - Sep 9, 2014

The Toronto International Film Festival is in full swing, continuing through September 14, 2014. A total of 393 films are scheduled to be shown, including 143 world premieres. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the red carpet arrivals for CAKE.