Archive for the ‘Television’ Category
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Trio Cast for Charlie’s Angels Reboot
The upcoming reboot of Charlie's Angels for ABC has found its crime-fighting trio. Minka Kelly (Friday Night Lights), Rachael Taylor (Transformers), and Annie Ilonzeh (General Hospital) are all either locked in or entering final negotiations for the roles. Kelly will play Marisa, who is described as a former U.S. Marine and hand-to-hand combat expert as well as a neat freak. Taylor will be Abby, the youngest and an expert con who is skilled in Krav Maga. Ilonzeh as Kate is an ex-police offi...
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Will Ferrell to Appear on The Office
With the final season for The Office star Steve Carell heading into its final stretch NBC is pulling out all the stops to make it a true event. Will Ferrell, who co-starred with Carell in Anchorman, has signed on for a four episode arc. Ferrell will play a branch manager from the home office who somehow is just as inappropriate as Michael Scott. The question as to who will take over the lead role following Carell's departure is still very much a mystery. Apparently at least one of the episo...
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Official Thundercats Image Released
Yesterday the first look at the reboot of the 80's cartoon series Thundercats leaked out and now an official image has been released. This one features the same foursome of Tygra, Lion-O, Cheetara, and Panthro. The show will be premiering on the Cartoon Network later this year. The new “ThunderCats” will appeal to viewers who have loved the characters all their lives as well as young newcomers to the franchise. A sweeping tale combining swords and science and boasting ferocious...
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First Image from Thundercats Reboot
The reboot of the 80s cartoon series Thundercats is set to arrive later this year on the Cartoon Network. Now we have gotten a first look at show as spotted at the London Toy Fair. Featured in the image are Panthro, Lion-O, Cheetara, and Tygra. ...
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Spartacus: Gods of the Arena Delivers Record Ratings for Starz
The premiere of Spartacus: Gods of the Arena has turned in the best ratings for an original series in Starz history. The show drew 1.9 million viewers on Friday night with its two airings. That number doesn't even include those watching through On-Demand or Netflix. The premiere topped the ratings for every episode of Spartacus' first season which was the first breakout hit for the network and kept building a dedicated following with every episode. As a prequel to Spartacus: Blood and Sand,...
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NBC Picks Up Wonder Woman Pilot
A new adaptation of Wonder Woman has been rumored for years to be headed for the big screen or even television but has never been able to get off the ground. Lately the most promising project has been a television series from David E. Kelley (Chicago Hope, The Practice, Ally McBeal, Boston Legal). It was taken to all the networks early this month and subsequently turned down primarily due to licensing costs involved. NBC however was the most interested and despite passing earlier has now de...
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Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 8 Teaser
HBO has released a teaser trailer as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the eighth season of Curb Your Enthusiasm. This time around the season is being set in New York rather than Los Angeles but otherwise details are scarce. Dealing with New York will certainly open up a whole new set of grievances for Larry David to take on. The new season is planned to premiere in the fall though an official date has yet to be announced. Season 8 Tease - Larry Scare Behind The Scenes of Season 8...
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The New Spartacus is Liam McIntyre
Starz has announced they have officially cast Australian actor Liam McIntyre in the role of Spartacus for season two. He replaces Andy Whitfield as he continues treatment for non-hodgkin's lymphoma which has prevented him from returning to the show. Spartacus was a breakout hit for the network, and season two was put on hold until the decision was made to re-cast. Production is expected to start this spring and will likely premiere next January. The announcement comes just days before the p...
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